bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bronze anthropomorphic pendants from the Frontovoye 3 cemetery and the Kil-Dere 1 cemetery in the Southwestern Crimea dating to the Roman period
Authors: Язиков С.В. , Тяпухина А.В.
Published: July 2023

В данной статье представлена коллекция бронзовых антропоморфных подвесок из могильников Фронтовое 3 и Киль-Дере 1 - небольших фигурок воинов в шлемах и без, выполненных в технике литья и, предположительно, затем доработанных инструментом. Такие фигурки появляются в погребениях начиная с I в. н. э. Четкость изображения и детализация снижаются к III в. н. э., и изделия приобретают более схематичный вид.

This paper describes a collection of bronze anthropomorphic pendants from the Frontovoye 3 and the Kil-Dere 1 cemeteries. These are small figurines depicting warriors wearing helmets and warriors without helmets. The figurines were made by casting and, presumably, finished with a tool. Such figurines began appearing in the graves starting from the 1st century AD. By the 3rd century AD clarity of the images and details became less pronounced, making the items more schematic.
The effectiveness of various techniques for alfalfa-based haylage production in the diet of young cattle
Authors: Рамазанов Ж.Н. , Чабаев М.Г. , Туаева Е.В.
Published: July 2023

В научно-хозяйственном опыте, проведённом в К/х «Балка» (Бескарагайский район Восточно-Казахстанской области), изучено влияние скармливания сенажа из травы люцерны с внесением 3 г/т бактериальной закваски «Казбиосил» в сравнении с самоконсервированным сенажом на обмен веществ и продуктивность растущего молодняка крупного рогатого скота. Подопытным животным контрольной группы в составе кормов рациона скармливали самоконсервированный сенаж из травы люцерны, тогда как животным опытной группы вместо самоконсервированного скармливали сенаж с внесением бактериальной закваски. В конце научно-хозяйственного опыта живая масса животных опытной группы превосходила аналогичный показатель особей контрольной группы на 9,6 кг, или на 9,7% (P < 0,05). Затраты ЭКЕ и переваримого протеина на 1 кг прироста молодняка крупного рогатого скота опытной группы были ниже по сравнению с контрольным вариантом соответственно на 11,1 и 4,4%. Скармливание в рационах молодняка крупного рогатого скота сенажа из травы люцерны с внесением бактериальной закваски способствовало увеличению переваримости всех питательных веществ. При изучении рубцового пищеварения установлено, что снижение содержания уксусной кислоты и увеличение пропионовой и масляной кислот в рубцовом химусе после кормления способствовало усилению образования гликогена, глюкозы и использованию продуктов брожения для увеличения продуктивности молодняка крупного рогатого скота. Результаты биохимических исследований сыворотки крови молодняка крупного рогатого скота, получавшего разные варианты сенажа из травы люцерны, находились в пределах физиологической нормы. Скармливание в рационах молодняка крупного рогатого скота сенажа из травы люцерны с внесением бактериальной закваски «Казбиосил» способствовало получению дополнительной прибыли в размере 30 руб. в сутки на 1 голову.

This experiment took place at the K/kh “Balka” (farm household) (the Beskaragai district of the East-Kazakhstan region) to test the effect of alfalfa-based haylage (+ 3 g/t of the “Kazbiosil” bacterial starter) on the metabolism and productivity of young cattle in comparison with conventional self-preserved haylage. Two groups of animals were formed obtaining either conventional feed or the one treated with bacteria. The haylage obtained via the treatment with bacteria provided the increase in body weight of 9.6 kg, or 9.7% (P < 0.05). The costs of energy feed units and digestible protein per 1 kg dropped by 11.1 and 4.4%. Moreover, the digestibility of all the nutrients improved. The concentration of acetic acid reduced in ruminal chyme while the contents of propionic and butyric acids increased positively affecting glycogen and glucose biosyntheses as well as the processing of fermentation products leading, therefore, to the higher productivity of young cattle. Blood biochemistry was within the physiological norm. The additional profit amounted to 30 rubles per head daily.
The value of mutual cooperation in the iriban tradition
Authors: Arin Ervina Resti , Lestari Eta Yuni
Published: July 2023

The Iriban tradition is a tradition of cleaning irrigation streams (Wangan) sourced from Cenginging springs and is believed by the community as a form of gratitude to God. The purpose of this study describes the procession of the Iriban tradition and the value of mutual cooperation in the Iriban tradition as well as efforts to preserve the Iriban tradition in Lerep Village, West Ungaran District, Semarang Regency. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection methods, namely observation, interviews and documentation as data collection techniques. The data analysis techniques go through the stages of data collection, data reduction, data presentation and conclusions. The research was conducted in a village precisely located in Lerep Village, West Ungaran District, Semarang Regency. The informants in this study were the Head of Lerep Village, Secretary of Lerep Village, Head of Tourism Awareness Group (Pokdarwis) Rukun Santoso, Elders and three Lerep Village communities. The results showed that the Iriban tradition is an annual tradition that is carried out on Kliwon Wednesday in the month of Sapar every year. The Iriban tradition is carried out by the people of Lerep Village every year on Wednesday Kliwon because it is an admonition from ancestors that is still followed by the community. The procession of the Iriban tradition is divided into two stages, namely the preparation and implementation stages. The preparatory phase includes Working Group meetings, preparation of the place of implementation of traditions and preparation of a place for cooking. While the implementation includes Kirab Iriban, Iriban Ritual, cooking, cleaning Wangan Cenginging, congratulations and eating together. The value of gotong in the Iriban tradition that can be interpreted and lived in the Iriban tradition is togetherness, unity, willing to sacrifice, help and socialization. The efforts to preserve the Iriban tradition are encouraged by the Village Government to involve the younger generation to participate directly through socialization to the younger generation and understanding from the community that the Iriban tradition is a form of gratitude and continues the tradition that has existed for generations
Civic education and citizenship studies in culture, identity, and art
Authors: Sulistyarini Sulistyarini , Dewantara Jagad Aditya , Adha Muhammad Mona
Published: July 2023

Over the past few years, culture has played an essential role in shaping civic culture in multicultural countries that adhere to the nation-state system, such as Indonesia. Culture makes an excellent contribution to support the nation's noble values, traditions, and norms that inspire forms of citizenship in civic culture. We need to think about civic education and the study of citizenship in the scope of culture, identity, and the arts. However, strangely, there has been no effort made by academic actors to study culture, identity, and art in certain areas in the aspect of forming civic culture. Culture, identity, and art are the primary sources of inspiration for a country that adheres to a multicultural system and a nation-state to create social norms for its citizens. The issue is expected to cover as many aspects of customary law, culture, art, and nature as possible and be reported as scientific findings. Authors and scholars from all relevant disciplines are invited to contribute, and we are interested in your research contribution to pertinent illustrations of the fields of civic education and civic studies. The editorial team reviews the specific and cultural roles, identities, and traditional arts as described in the forms of customary law and norms in multicultural societies, performing arts where local culture and identity play an essential role, literature, and folklore in society and history engraved on reliefs. Reliefs such as temples in Yogyakarta, books such as Sutasoma, and the like. We want researchers to write about how culture, identity, and art have played a role in the essential parts of citizenship from the past to the present. In essence, this Special Editorial accommodates writers and academics to conceptualize the role, philosophy, customary law, tradition, norms, and artistic aesthetics as forming civic culture in a country that adheres to the nation's system so that it becomes a new form of knowledge that can be taken for civic education and studies, citizenship itself
Unexpected metabolic rewiring of CO2 fixation in H2-mediated materials-biology hybrids
Authors: Xie Yongchao , Erşan Sevcan , Guan Xun , Wang Jingyu , Sha Jihui , Xu Shuangning , Wohlschlegel James A. , Park Junyoung O. , Liu Chong
Published: July 2023

A hybrid approach combining water-splitting electrochemistry and H2-oxidizing, CO2-fixing microorganisms offers a viable solution of producing value-added chemicals from sunlight, water, and air. The classic wisdom without thorough examination to date assumes that the electrochemistry in such a H2-mediated process is innocent of altering microbial behavior. Here we report unexpected metabolic rewiring induced by water-splitting electrochemistry in H2-oxidizing acetogenic bacterium Sporomusa ovata that challenges such a classic view. We found that the planktonic S. ovata is more efficient in utilizing reducing equivalent for ATP generation and hence CO2 fixation in the materials-biology hybrids, supported by our metabolomic and proteomic studies. These observations unravel previously underappreciated materials’ impact on microbial metabolism in seemingly simply H2-mediated charge transfer between biotic and abiotic components. Such a deeper understanding at the materials-biology interface will foster advanced design of hybrid systems for sustainable chemical transformation.
Photovoltaic Wafering Silicon Kerf Loss as Raw Material: Example of Negative Electrode for Lithium-Ion Battery
Authors: Heintz Mads C. , Grins Jekabs , Jaworski Aleksander , Svensson Gunnar , Thersleff Thomas , Brant William R. , Lindblad Rebecka , Naylor Andrew J. , Edström Kristina , Hernández Guiomar
Published: July 2023

Silicon powder kerf loss from diamond wire sawing in the photovoltaic wafering industry is a highly appealing source material for use in lithium-ion battery negative electrodes. Here, it is demonstrated for the first time that the kerf particles from three independent sources contain ~50 % amorphous silicon. The crystalline phase is in the shape of nano-scale crystalline inclusions in an amorphous matrix. From literature on wafering technology looking at wafer quality, the origin and mechanisms responsible for the amorphous content in the kerf loss powder are explained. In order to better understand for which applications the material could be a valuable raw material, the amorphicity and other relevant features are thoroughly investigated by a large amount of experimental methods. Furthermore, the kerf powder was crystallized and compared to the partly amorphous sample by operando cycling X-ray powder diffraction experiments, demonstrating that the powders are relevant for further investigation and development for battery applications.
Low Apparent Activation Energy of Ammonia Synthesis over Ru Catalyst Supported by Hydrogen Storage Material
Authors: Morimoto Ryusei , Ogawa Takaya , Torii Kazuma , Seno Tetsu , Okumura Hideyuki , Ishihara Keiichi N.
Published: July 2023

Ruthenium is an excellent catalyst for ammonia synthesis and recently shows quite high activity when supported on materials with high electron-donating and hydrogen-absorbing properties. The high activity is generally considered to originate from the two effects: the electron-donating property of the support, which reduces its apparent activation energy (appEa) to half of pure Ru’s appEa, and the hydrogen-absorbing property, which increases the active site by suppressing hydrogen poisoning, a drawback of ruthenium catalysts. Here, we investigated the catalytic performance of ruthenium loaded on TiMn2, a hydrogen storage material without electron-donating property to ruthenium. Ruthenium on TiMn2 showed the appEa reduced by half despite the lack of electron-donating property. It is plausible that the decreased appEa is due to the elimination of hydrogen over Ru by TiMn2. The hydrogen storage capacity is also an essential factor in discussing the appEa.
Restoration of Oligodontia with a Long Span Bar Supported Fixed Dental Prosthesis
Authors: Swaroop Neeranshi , Tarannum Fauzia , Katiyar Pratibha , Kumar Pandey Kaushik , Ali Mariyam
Published: July 2023

Restoration of long span edentulous space with tooth supported fixed prosthesis is a challenge for prosthodontists due to biomechanics of prosthesis. The prosthetic considerations for partial edentulous situations include evaluation of number and condition of abutment teeth span and location of edentulous space freeway space occlusal plane vertical dimension and type of occlusion. Correct diagnosis proper treatment planning as per the patientrsquos needs is essential for the successful outcome of the treatment. This article discusses a case report where periodontally healthy teeth have been used as abutments and due to younger age and desire of the patient for fixed rehabilitation an innovation was done in fabrication of a long span fixed Porcelain-fused-to-metal PFM prosthesis to reduce the weight of the prosthesis and occlusal forces on the abutment teeth.nbsp
Graphene: A Boon In Dentistry
Authors: Sindhu Pravin Kumari , Prasanna Bibhuti , Sinha Neeta , Singh Sneha
Published: July 2023

Graphene is a single layer-sheet of one-atom thickness allotrope of carbon arranged in a honeycomb-like framework. Graphene has a 2D-like nature and superior properties such as being stronger than steel and thinner than paper making it useful for dentistry and implant dentistry. Due to their nanoscale size large specific surface area impermeability transparency antibacterial activity and resistance to most gases and liquids graphene family materials have great potential for bone tissue engineering drug delivery and biological sensing and imaging applications. This review discusses recent advancements and accomplishments in the graphene family highlighting its properties including strength biocompatibility anti-microbial properties flexibility transparency and its use in various biomedical applications. Specifically we explore the potential of graphene in bone tissue regeneration and its application in dentistry such as G-CAM discs that are designed for permanent dental structures with natural aesthetic appearance and improved mechanical physicochemical and biological properties. The potential of graphene and its derivatives in the field of medical and dental technology makes it a promising candidate for future development.
Studies on Development and Evaluation of Topical Ethosomal Gel Embedded Antifungal Agent for Athlete's Foot
Authors: KM Manjanna , Siva Krishna G , Hari Keerthana Patil
Published: July 2023

BackgroundnbspAthletes foot also known as lsquotinea pedisrsquo is a fungal skin infection caused by different fungi and is associated with itching scaling cracking and redness. Several topical products of antifungal agents such as lotions sprays powders creams jellies and pastes are applied for treating fungal skin infections. All these topical formulations have certain potential bioavailability issues such as less residual time poor skin permeability and absorption thus resulting in poor patient compliance.AimnbspTo formulate and evaluate a novel vesicular carrier Econazole nitrate ECN as Ethosomes in the form of gel for improving antifungal activity against Athletes foot.MethodsnbspIn the present study ECN drug loaded ethosomal vesicular suspension formulations ES-1 ES-2 ES-3 ES-4 were prepared by solvent dispersion technique by mixing ECN with other excipients. Further ethosomal gel of ECN EG-5 EG-6 EG-7 EG-8 was formulated by adding 0.5 0.8 1.0 1.5 wv of Carbopol into the vesicular suspension. The drug-excipient interactions were evaluated using Fourier-transform infrared FT-IR spectroscopy and differential scanning calorimeter DSC while shape and surface characteristics were assessed using scanning electron microscopy SEM. In vitro drug release of gel was examined in phosphate buffer pH-7.4 by Franz diffusion cell technique.ResultsnbspAll rheological properties of gel showed satisfactory results. No significant drug-excipient interactions were observed in FT-IR and DSC. While increase in concentrations of soya lecithin and carbopol influenced vesicular shape and surface morphology particle size zeta potential and drug entrapment efficiency the in vitro drug release significantly increased from carbopol drug loaded ethosomal gel.ConclusionnbspThe formulated carbopol drug loaded ethosomal gel enhanced residential time permeability of drug and provided greater bioavailability to improve therapy.
Neuroprotective Property of Tecoma Stans Flower Extract in Scopolamine Induced Amnesia and Chlorpromazine Induced Rigidity in Laboratory Animals
Authors: HM Nanjappaiah , Hugar Shivakumar , P Patil V , R Awasti Santosh , Hugar Leela
Published: July 2023

Background and Aim Tecoma stans Linn is an important medicinal plant exhibiting anticancer antioxidant antimicrobial anti-proliferative properties. The present work was designed to investigate the neuroprotective efficacy of methanolic extract of Tecoma stans flowers METSF in laboratory animal models.Methodology The extract of Tecoma stans flowers was investigated against motor coordination test elevated plus maze and by morris water maze. The standard drugs various doses of METSF was administered to experimental animals to assess the motor coordination test using rotarod apparatus retention of memory in mice using elevated plus maze and learning amp memory study by morris water maze.Results The animals administered with drug and METSF showed a increase in muscle grip action on the 0 day 7th day 14th day and 21st day compared to positive control animals. Pretreatment with drug and test extract at different doses showed a reduction of LPO and nitrite levels in brain when compared to positive control animals. On administration of standard and test extract at changed doses showed a marked increase in levels of GSH and Total protein when matched to positive control animals. In elevated plus maze model the Donepezil and METSF of various doses significantly reversed decreased the TL scopolamine-induced memory impairment in mice as compared to scopolamine-treated groups. The scopolamine-administered mice showed a significant improvement in the ELT as compared to normal control group animals. However the administration of METSF at different doses and standard drug Donepezil was found to reduce the ELT significantly as compared to that of scopolamine-treated animals.Conclusion The protective property of METSF may be due to preventing the oxidative stress and potent anti-oxidant property.
A Review on Antioxidant Properties of Extracts Obtained from the Leaf, Stem, Bark and Flower of Calotropis Species
Authors: S Bhoomika , Singh Ekta
Published: July 2023

The extracts obtained from different parts of Calotropis plant have been utilized for various activities. In this review we have compiled different methods used for the extraction of phytoconstituents from various parts of Calotropis. We have compiled the antioxidant studies done on these extracts. This review gives an idea about selection of solvents for extraction of different phytochemicals from Calotropis plant along with the methodologies adopted for antioxidant study of these extracts. Numerous investigations have been carried out to investigate the active chemicals and potential biological activities of Calotropis gigantea. Isolated chemicals from various parts of the plant have been evaluated for their pharmacological effects such as analgesic anthelmintic anti-asthmatic anti-arthritis anti-bacterial anti-cancer anti-convulsive anti-diabetic anti-diarrhoeal anti-histaminic anti-inflammatory anti-pyretic anti-ulcer antihypertensive and antioxidant activity. The pharmacological effects and phytochemistry of Calotropis species are summarized in this review article. This potential herb could be investigated with additional research towards the development of effective medications for a range of therapies.
APPLICABILITY OF FLY ASH, INTERMEDIATE MATERIAL, AND ZEOLITE FOR IMPROVING SOIL FERTILITY AND YIELD OF TWO IRANIAN RICE CULTIVARS GROWN IN CADMIUM-CONTAMINATED SOIL
Authors:   Department of Soil Science, Dezful Branch, Islamic Azad University, Dezful, Iran, MALEK NASERI Ahlam , GOUDARZI Shahram ,   Department of Soil Science, Healthy and Organic Products Technology Research Center, Dezful branch, Islamic Azad University, Dezful, Iran., YUSEFI Abdolamir ,   Department of Soil Science, Healthy and Organic Products Technology Research Center, Dezful branch, Islamic Azad University, Dezful, Iran., AFROUS Ali ,   Department of Water Engineering, Healthy and Organic Products Technology Research Center, Dezful branch, Islamic Azad University, Dezful, Iran., BORZOU Arash ,   Department of Agronomy, Varamin-Pishva Branch, Islamic Azad University, Varamin, Iran
Published: July 2023

Cadmium (Cd) as a highly toxic heavy metal can cause seriously harmful to human health. The present study aimed to investigate the effects of fly ash, intermediate materials, and zeolite on the yield performance of two cultivars of Iranian rice (Anbarbo and Champa) and the remediation of Cd-contaminated soil. The experiment was carried out in two crop years, 2019-2020 and 2020-2021, in both forms of field and pot cultivation. The research treatments included fly ash, intermediate materials, zeolite, and genotype. Plant variables were analyzed by a split-plot method as a randomized complete block design, and soil variables were analyzed by a random complete block method. Results showed that intermediate material was significantly associated with dry weight, biomass, root Cd content, stem Cd content, seed Cd content, and rice yield (p<0.01). Genotype also significantly affected dry weight, biomass, root Cd content, and rice yield (p<0.01), and the Champa variety had the highest yield. The field and pot experiment results showed that the intermediate material was significantly associated with the highest amount of dry weight and the lowest amount of root, stem, and seed Cd content. Fly ash significantly increased soil pH, cation exchange capacity, phosphorus, and reduced soil Cd content (p<0.01). However, the highest amount of available soil potassium was observed in the zeolite treatment. The impact of zeolite on contaminated soil needs further exploration. In conclusion, this study suggested that one of the beneficial strategies to improve rice yield and the fertility of contaminated soils is using waste materials such as fly ash and its derivatives.
SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF HEAVY METALS IN SOILS AND WATERS AS EXEMPLIFIED BY KAKHETI REGION (EASTERN GEORGIA)
Authors:   Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences, Departament of Geography, KAVELIDZE Laura , KALANDADZE Besik ,   Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, Faculty of Exact and Natural Sciences, Departament of Geography
Published: July 2023

The subject of research is the chemical analysis of heavy metals and assessment of their impact on soil and water, which is caused by solid waste. The closed landfill of Gurjaani in Eastern Georgia, was selected for the study, where various wastes are accumulated, including agricultural pesticides, herbicides and other wastes and their containers. In order to identify the contaminated areas in the field, soil samples were taken. The samples were processed accordingly in the research laboratory and various elements (pH, Pb, Cu, Zn, Cd) and organic substances were determined in them. As a result of the laboratory research, the facts of metal concentration were clearly identified. Zinc turned out to be especially dominant. It is a fact that the waste of various composition unsystematically located at the landfill is the cause of these metals entering the environment. However, the type and quality of pollution depend on several factors: the amount of waste, morphological composition, climatic conditions, physical-chemical properties of the soil, etc. It was determined that Soil type, in this case brown soils, site reaction and climate contribute to the accumulation and subsequent solubility of heavy metals. Through surface and ground water, even remote areas are put at ecological risk.
Translation and adaptation of youth version of the Bar-On emotional quotient: short (EQi: Short-RU): testing internal consistency, convergent validity, and test-retest reliability
Authors: Aidossova Zh. K. , Kim A. M. , Khon N. N. , Sadvakasova Z. M.
Published: July 2023

This article presents the results of the translation and adaptation of the youth version of the Bar-On short test of emotional intelligence EQi: Short-RU. The Bar-On Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire is by far the most popular and widely used method for assessing emotional intelligence. The main goal of our work was to expand the tools for assessing emotional intelligence in Russian with its further adapta-tion to the Kazakh language. As part of the adaptation of the methodology, the internal consistency of the scales was tested using the Cronbach alpha method, convergent validity was tested using the emo-tional intelligence test by D.V. Lyusin (EmIn) and a shortened version of the big five TIPI-RU on student youth of the University of International Business in Almaty. The test was found to be internally consistent when measuring intrapersonal emotional intelligence, stress tolerance and adaptation (Cronbach's alpha above 0.7) and inconsistent in interpersonal emotional intelligence and general mood (Cronbach's alpha below 0.7), which may be due to the generalized nature of the definition of these scales and cultural characteristics of the perception of Kazakhstani youth of certain statements regarding the understanding and awareness of emotional states in interpersonal contact. The Pearson correlation test for measuring convergent validity shows significant correlations between the main scales of emotional intelligence EQi: Short-RU and Lyusin’s EmIn at a significance level of p<0.01, as well as with the main personality traits according to the TIPI-RU. Based on our results, we recommend EQi:Short-RU as a reliable diag-nostic tool for the emotional intelligence of young people aged 16 to 29. Key words: emotional intelligence, adaptation, internal consistency, validity, reliability.
Research Progress of Perioperative Application of GLP-1 and Its Protective Effects on Organs
Authors: Xi Hong , Pang Zhigang , Liu Yifan , Xue Lixiong , He Jiandong , Yang Wenqu
Published: July 2023

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) is a multifunctional hormone with broad pharmacological potential to control inflammation, protect cardiovascular, kidney, and liver functions. Moreover, GLP-1 can also cross the blood-brain barrier and bind with GLP-1R distributed in various parts of the brain, thereby reducing apoptosis caused by neuroinflammation and oxygen stress, and promoting learning, memory, cognitive function, neuroprotection, and nerve cell remodeling. However, the exact molecular pathway by which GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) exerts protective effects on many organs is not fully understood, so it is a hot topic of research. In this article, the recent research on the multi-organ protection of GLP-1 is reviewed, with emphasis on the research progress in the field of nervous system and perioperative anesthesia.
Developing a Prediction Model of Physical Activity Levels Based on Social Cognitive Predictors among Students
Authors: Mz Afrizul , Arovah Novita Intan
Published: July 2023

Physical inactivity is a significant public health concern among adolescents. Social cognitive factors are suggested to influence physical activity including in students, However, it is unclear how these factors influence physical activity levels among students in the Education and Training Center in Riau. This study aimed to develop a prediction model of physical activity levels based on social cognitive predictors in this population. The study was a cross-sectional study of 107 students from the Education and Training Center in Riau who completed online questionnaires on physical activity and social-cognitive correlates. Physical activity levels were measured using the Physical Activity Vital Sign, while the social cognitive correlates included self-efficacy, outcome expectations, stress levels, and motivation, which were measured using validated scales. Simple and multiple linear regression analyses were conducted to analyze the data. The results indicated that self-efficacy, outcome expectations, stress levels, and motivation significantly predicted physical activity levels among students. The results of the multiple linear regression indicated regression coefficients were 0.26, 0.31,-0.33 and 0.27 for self-efficacy, outcome expectation, stress level and motivation practice, respectively. The multiple linear regression model, which included all variables, predicted 32.9% of the variance in physical activity levels. The findings suggest that physical activity promotion programs for students should focus on improving self-efficacy, outcome expectations, stress management, and motivation. Future research can focus on developing and evaluating the efficacy of physical activity promotion interventions that target social cognitive predictors among students.
Persiapan Pernikahan dalam Pendekatan Islam, Psikologi, dan Finansial
Authors: Karimulloh Karimulloh , Kusristanti Chandradewi , Triman Arif
Published: July 2023

Islam menjelaskan ikatan pernikahan sebagai sesuatu hal yang penting, suci, bermakna dan sebagai penyempurnaan ibadah kepada Allah SWT. Ikatan pernikahan ini menjadi salah satu tugas perkembangan yang perlu dijalani oleh seorang manusia yang berkaitan dengan berbagai aspek untuk menjalani kehidupan di muka bumi. Adanya pernikahan tanpa persiapan yang belum matang baik dari segi Islam, psikologi maupun finansial dapat membuat remaja yang melakukan pernikahan dini beresiko baik secara fisik, keuangan dan mendukung peningkatan kasus perceraian di Indonesia. Sebagai upaya peningkatan pengetahuan mengenai persiapan pernikahan, Program pranikah dalam pendekatan Islam, psikologi dan finansial ini dilakukan sehingga dapat memberikan sudut pandang serta mendukung persiapan mereka dalam merencanakan pernikahan sehingga dapat mengemban tanggung jawab dalam pernikahan tersebut. Partisipan pada program persiapan pernikahan dalam pendekatan Islam, psikologi dan finansial ialah remaja akhir dan dewasa muda yang belum terikat pernikahan. Adapun hasil penyuluhan program ini menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan remaja mengenai pendidikan pranikah baik dari perspektif Islami, psikologi maupun finansial.
Upaya Peningkatan Kesadaran Pedagang Terhadap Pengolahan Limbah di Desa Senganan Tabanan
Authors: Marmora Ni Kadek Belinda , Parasari Nyoman Sri Manik , Bastian Ari Maulana , Primadana I Made Ricky Indra , Artawan I Gede Adi
Published: July 2023

Pemilahan limbah di warung-warung sekitar Desa Senganan belum terkelola dengan baik. Dimana setiap warung belum memiliki tempat pembuangan limbah yang baik. Pedagang masih menggunakan plastik dan juga barang bekas seperti kardus untuk menampung limbah non-organik yang nantinya mereka bakar dengan limbah organik di belakang rumah. Tujuan umum pada kegiatan ini adalah untuk mengetahui cara meningkatkan kesadaran pedagang warung dalam pemilahan limbah di area warung Desa Senganan. Metode kegiatan yang digunakan adalah sosialisasi pemilahan limbah non-organik dan pembagian tempat sampah ke warung-warung. Berdasarkan observasi yang telah dilakukan kepada pemilik warung belum melakukan pemilahan limbah dengan baik. Limbah non-organik masih digabung dengan limbah organik. Banyak limbah non-organik yang masih berserakan seperti botol minum kemasan dan bekas jajanan yang dibungkus plastik. Hasil yang diperoleh dari kegiatan ini adalah sosialisasi dan pemberian tempat sampah berupa nilai ekonomis dari pemanfaatan limbah non-organik terkhusus limbah yang berbahan plastik yang bisa dijadikan sebagai hasil kerajinan. Selain itu, limbah non-organik seperti plastik, botol kemasan dan lainnya dapat dikumpulkan kemudian ditukar ke pengepul setempat dan dapat menghasilkan nilai ekonomis serta dapat ditukar juga dengan barang yang lebih bermanfaat seperti ember.
Pengembangan Produk Wisata dan Perancangan Digital Destination Branding Wisata Desa (Desa Panyocokan, Kecamatan Ciwidey, Bandung)
Authors: Raharja Apriadi Budi , Rahmat Reggy Eka Panca , Khutomah Dewi Ajeng
Published: July 2023

Desa Panyocokan memiliki potensi besar dari alam, siklus/rutinitas kebudayaan, juga modal sosial diantaranya keramahan pada warga pendatang yang berpotensi sebagai alternatif pekerjaa komplemen salah satunya pariwisata. Namun ditemukan bahwa permasalahan di Desa Panyocokan belum adanya rencana pengembangan wisata. Untuk itu, kami kami berinisiatif mengambil peran dalam pengembangan wisata desa dengan sebuah program pengembangan produk wisata dan perancangan digital destination branding wisata desa yang dapat memberikan presfektif bagi masyarakat agar bisa menarik wisatawan dan maupun menjadi alat komunikatif dalam mempromosikan tempat tersebut. Pelaksaan Program PHP2D ini menggunakan metode pendekatan partisipatif. Adapun teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah teknik pengumpulan data melalui observasi lapangan berupa pengukuran lahan, pengamatan, observasi potensi desa. Sementara pengumpulan data sekunder berupa data-data statistik terkait desa Panyocokan, profil desa dan potensi desa. Adapun capaian dari program ini diantaranya publikasi ilmiah pada jurnal, adanya publikasi pada media masa online, adanya struktur organisasi dan SK Kades terkait inisiasi pembentukan kelompok sadar wisata, adanya media promosi digital (Facebook, Instagram dan Tiktok), tersedianya fotografi objek wisata dan video promosi pariwisata, adanya media promosi luar ruangan dan signage serta kerjasama dengan agen wisata yang menjadikan Desa Panyocokan sebagai paket destinasi yang ditawarkan.
Pelatihan Bahasa Inggris untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Menjawab Soal pada Sesi Membaca TOEFL ITP
Authors: Nugroho Dwi Yulianto , Pramusita Santa Maya , Situmorang Komilie
Published: July 2023

Pengenalan akan TOEFL ITP serta mampu menjawab soal-soal pada TOEFL ITP merupakan kebutuhan para siswa kelas XII di SMAS Tunas Bangsa Bintan. Sesi Membaca merupakan salah satu sesi yang ada pada TOEFL ITP dan berdasarkan hasil pre-test, peserta kegiatan belum cukup mampu dalam menjawab soal sesi Membaca. Oleh karena itu, kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat yang berupa pelatihan Bahasa Inggris ini bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan TOEFL ITP serta melatih peserta untuk mampu menjawab soal-soal sesi Membaca pada TOEFL ITP dengan pendekatan drilling & practice. Kegiatan ini dilangsungkan selama 2 pertemuan yang masing-masing berdurasi 90 menit secara daring melalui platform Zoom. Dari kegiatan ini, dapat diketahui bahwa peserta sudah cukup mengenal sesi Membaca pada TOEFL ITP. Selain itu, sebagian besar peserta mengungkapkan bahwa kemampuan menjawab soal sesi Membaca pada TOEFL ITP meningkat dan ini terkonfirmasi dari hasil post-test. Mereka juga mengungkapkan bahwa kegiatan ini bermanfaat, fasilitator menjelaskan materi dengan baik, serta metode dan platform pembelajaran sudah tepat. Akan tetapi, peserta masih mengalami kendala dalam mengikuti kegiatan ini yakni pada waktu dan kemampuan Bahasa Inggris yang masih terbatas, terutama pada bagian kosakata. Oleh karena itu, kami menyarankan pada tim kegiatan serupa untuk mempertimbangkan durasi kegiatan serta melakukan pelatihan dalam meningkatkan kosakata Bahasa Inggris peserta.
Pelatihan Penggunaan Edpuzzle dalam Pembelajaran di Kelas
Authors: Nengsih Retno , Hikmah Rezkiyana , Astuti Lin Suciani
Published: July 2023

Persoalan yang ditemukan di SMA Pertiwi 1 Padang adalah kurangnya motivasi belajar siswa dalam pembelajaran daring. Media pembelajaran yang digunakan secara berulang dalam setiap pembelajaran sehingga menumbuhkan rasa bosan dalam belajar daring. Pembelajaran yang biasanya menggunakan PPT dan dilakukan secara berulang. Hal tersebut memberi dampak pada siswa yang kurang termotivasi dalam membaca materi yang telah diberikan. Oleh karena itu, pembelajaran dengan media variatif perlu dilakukan agar dapat mencegah munculnya rasa bosan dan kurangnya motivasi siswa dalam belajar jarak jauh. Edpuzzle  merupakan salah satu media variatif yang dapat digunakan guru dalam menyajikan materi sekaligus dalam menyiapkan soal latihan atau kuis yang tersaji dalam satu video. Edpuzzle  memfasilitasi guru dengan beragam video pembelajaran yang dapat digunakan guru tanpa harus menyiapkan video pembelajaran terlebih dahulu. Guru dapat melakukan latihan atau kuis dalam bentuk video yang akan didesain dalam menit kesekian dari video materi yang ada. Guru juga dapat melakukan penilaian sekaligus dengan memberikan pilihan kunci jawaban dari soal yang diberikan pada video yang akan diedit tersebut. Guru dapat meningkatkan wawasan dan skill dalam penggunaan media variatif dalam pembelajaran. Dengan demikian, pembelajaran yang dilaksanakan dapat lebih variatif, efektif, efisien dan menarik sehingga tujuan pembelajaran dapat dicapai dengan tuntas.
PKM Pelatihan E-Commerce bagi Komunitas Warga Pakintelan Gunungpati Semarang
Authors: Wardani Theodora Indriati , Wibisono Arif , Wijonarko Wijonarko
Published: July 2023

Seiring dengan makin berkembangnya Kota Semarang sebagai kota terbesar nomor lima di Indonesia, bermunculan usaha bisnis berskala besar, sehingga mendongkrak pendapatan pelaku usaha bisnis. Tetapi pada saat pandemi covid 19, maka banyak pelaku usaha bisnis yakni pemilik usaha bisnis masyarakat kecil di Kelurahan Pakintelan Gunungpati Semarang terkena imbas pendemi, sehingga pelaku usaha bisnis warga Kelurahan Pakintelan Gunungpati banyak yang merugi, bahkan menutup usaha bisnisnya. Salah satu komunitas yang berada di Kelurahan Pakintelan Gunungpati Semarang yakni komunitas warga Pakintelan Kelurahan Pakintelan beberapa warganya telah mempunyai usaha bisnis dan masih memasarkan usaha bisnisnya secara konvensional, sehingga belum mampu mendongkrak hasil pemasaran dan belum dapat menambah penghasilan disebabkan masih kurangnya penggunaan teknologi informasi dan science kaitannya dalam perubahan sosial dalam masyarakat. Perkembangan era teknologi digital yakni digital e-commerce khususnya membutuhkan keahlian dan keterampilan di bidang pemasaran dengan menggunakan teknologi informasi khususnya internet, sehingga terpikirkan bagaimana anggota komunitas warga Pakintelan Gunungpati Semarang secara mandiri dapat memanfaatkan aplikasi perangkat lunak Google Sites digunakan sebagai e-commerce untuk mempromosikan dan memasarkan usaha bisnisnya secara digital, sehingga produk bisnisnya dapat dikenal di dunia maya secara luas. Maka diadakan kegiatan pelatihan keterampilan membuat website e-commerce, sehingga pada akhir pelatihan menghasilkan website e-commerce berbasis aplikasi Google Sites. Setelah diadakan pelatihan e-commerce bagi komunitas warga Pakintelan Gunungpati Semarang, seluruh peserta pelatihan e-commerce akan terampil dan paham serta mampu bagaimana cara membuat website e-commerce berbasis aplikasi Google Sites, pada akhirnya website e-commerce akan digunakan untuk mempromosikan dan memasarkan hasil usaha produksi secara digital, sehingga pemasaran secara digital dengan menggunakan website e-commerce berbasis Google Sites mampu meningkatkan pendapatan dan mendukung usaha bisnis mitra yakni warga Pakintelan yang tergabung dalam komunitas warga Pakintelan Gunungpati Semarang dalam menjalankan usaha bisnisnya di Pakintelan Gunungpati Semarang.
Hubungan Tingkat Kesejahteraan dengan Kompetensi Profesional Guru PAUD ditinjau dari Latar Belakang Pendidikan
Authors: Gunawan Mochammad Lili , Djoehaeni Heny , Gustiana Asep Deni
Published: July 2023

AbstractThis study aims to examine the relationship between welfare and professional competence of PAUD teachers based on educational background in Kiaracondong Sub-district. The method used is a correlational method with data collection using a questionnaire, and data analysis using bivariate statistical methods with the help of SPSS.  The research subjects in this study were 60 PAUD teachers in Kiaracondong sub-district. Based on the results of the study, the welfare of teachers from high school background, D1-S1 Non PAUD, and D1-S1 PAUD is classified as moderate, while the overall professional competence of these teachers is classified as high. Based on the calculation, it can be concluded that teacher welfare and professional competence are influenced by high school education background by 18.41%, while 81.59% is influenced by other factors not studied. The educational background of D1-S1 Non PAUD has an influence of 73.28%, while the educational background of D1-S1 PAUD has a low influence of 1.49%. Therefore, it is recommended that teachers pay attention to the educational background set by the government to achieve welfare and improve professional competence in teaching activities. Keywords: Well-being; professional competence; educational backgroundAbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji hubungan antara kesejahteraan dengan kompetensi profesional guru PAUD berdasarkan latar belakang pendidikan di Kecamatan Kiaracondong. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode korelasional dengan pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner, serta analisis data menggunakan metode statistik bivariat dengan bantuan SPSS.  Subjek penelitian dalam penelitian ini adalah 60 guru PAUD yang berada di kecamatan kiaracondong. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, kesejahteraan guru dari latar belakang SMA, D1-S1 Non PAUD, dan D1-S1 PAUD tergolong sedang, sementara kompetensi profesional guru secara keseluruhan tersebut tergolong tinggi. Berdasarkan perhitungan, dapat disimpulkan bahwa kesejahteraan guru dan kompetensi profesional dipengaruhi oleh latar belakang pendidikan SMA/Sederajat sebesar 18,41%, sementara 81,59% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain yang tidak diteliti. Latar belakang pendidikan D1-S1 Non PAUD memiliki pengaruh sebesar 73,28%, sedangkan latar belakang pendidikan D1-S1 PAUD memiliki pengaruh yang rendah sebesar 1,49%. Oleh karena itu, disarankan agar para guru memperhatikan latar belakang pendidikan yang telah ditetapkan oleh pemerintah untuk mencapai kesejahteraan dan meningkatkan kompetensi profesional dalam kegiatan mengajar.Kata kunci: Kesejahteraan; Kompetensi Profesional; Latar Belakang Pendidikan
Editorial: The Manuscript Submission Process in Editorial Park
Authors:   Kazan Federal University, Kazan, Russia, Bisimbaeva Dinara
Published: July 2023

Any scholarly journal undergoes changes at some point of its development. The updates can be large-scale and deal with the journal’s strategy, editorial policy or structure, or they can address technical issues. Whatever transformational processes are taking place, the journal’s activity is never void of them. In this editorial I want to focus on the E&SD transition onto a new platform and the submission process in this system. Education & Self Development has been using the Editorial Park system for about ten months. Over this course of time, the editors and reviewers have gained first-hand experience of working with the new platform. Similar to OJS, the Editorial Park enables editors to manage all processes from the moment when the journal receives a manuscript to the publication stage. The system’s interface is user-friendly. However, the software is not localized. Thus, authors cannot switch to the Russian language, if necessary. Though the submission process does not pose serious challenges, there are some specifics that I would like to highlight here. The submission process involves five steps or stages that require consistency. Initially, authors are supposed to fill out a checklist. One should realise that the formal completion of the checklist can result in a desk rejection. We strongly encourage authors to check our guidelines before submitting a paper.
Learning English through Own Context Creation
Authors: Pylynskyi Mykhailo
Published: July 2023

The article offers a method of teaching English, according to which teaching is conducted exclusively in English through interpretation. The method is opposed to the more usual method in which the teacher and students use Ukrainian translation. According to the author, the method proposed in the article is more productive, because it is aimed at the development of memory and thinking in students. This process occurs by creating one's own contexts for unfamiliar vocabulary instead of the commonly used methods of filling in a blank in a sentence, matching, or translating. The article contains a detailed description and comparison of the theoretical part of both methods and features of their practical application. First, the author in the article outlines the terminology that will be used in the article and indicates the broader context of the application of the proposed method with any pair of languages. Next, the author of the article cites the advantages of the interpretive method and outlines its shortcomings, comparing it with the translation method. Among the advantages, the author cites the improvement of the quality of oral and written communication by developing the skill of understanding the interlocutor without translation, posing questions about the misheard and unknown vocabulary in a polite way, and searching for the necessary information. Also, the advantage of the interpretive method is that access to information is significantly expanded in this way, as well as the accuracy of the use of vocabulary increases, taking into account the language situation and the personality of the speaker. Among the shortcomings, the author cites various inaccuracies of the dictionaries, and the need for a highly educated teacher to use this method. Then the article presents commonly used exercises aimed at learning and checking the learned vocabulary. The author outlines the shortcomings of these exercises and instead offers his own exercise, which is subject to the interpretative method of teaching English. Among the shortcomings, the author cites the students’ desire to cheat by guessing the correct answer, the rigidity of the given context and the difficulty of independent use of the learned vocabulary outside this context, the increase in the gap between students with different levels of English proficiency.