bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Efektivitas Program Perpustakaan Digital “dJatim” Pada Provinsi Jawa Timur
Authors: Sari Ayu Maya , Widiyarta Agus
Published: July 2024

Perpustakaan digital adalah saluran yang sangat berharga yang memastikan bahwa informasi yang berguna mudah diakses dan diperoleh kembali oleh pembaca potensial. Dinas Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan Provinsi Jawa Timur mempunyai perpustakaan digital yang bernama “dJatim”. Pengembangan layanan perpustakaan digital “dJatim” dilakukan untuk meningkatkan budaya gemar membaca di masyarakat terutama meningkatkan indeks TGM (Tingkat Gemar Membaca) di provinsi Jawa Timur, namun ditemukannya hasil yang belum optimal pada pelayanan program perpustakaan digital “dJatim”. Maka penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas penerapan program perpustakaan digital “dJatim” pada Dinas Perpustakaan dan Kearsipan Provinsi Jawa Timur. Metode penelitian yang dilakukan adalah kualitatif deskriptif yang dikumpulkan dengan teknik pengumpulan data yang meliputi observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Teknik analisis data penelitian ini menggunakan pengumpulan data, reduksi data, penyajian data dan kesimpulan. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori efektivitas program milik Budiani yang meliputi ketepatan sasaran program, sosialisasi program, pencapaian tujuan program dan pemantauan program. Informan kunci penelitian ini adalah bidang pusat pelayanan dan informasi. Hasil penelitian ini adalah ketepatan sasaran program pada perpustakaan digital “dJatim” sudah efektif karena nilai Tingkat Kegemaran Membaca meningkat. Selanjutnya sosialisasi program pada perpustakaan digital “dJatim” belum terimplementasi secara efektif dikarenakan sosialisasi yang kurang optimal. Untuk pencapaian tujuan program pada perpustakaan digital “dJatim” belum efektif yang dapat dilihat dari menurunnya jumlah buku yang dibaca pada perpustakaan digital “dJatim”. Serta pemantauan program pada perpustakaan digital “dJatim” sudah terlaksana dengan efektif yang ditandai dengan pemantauan secara berkala dalam periode tertentu.
Criminal Responsibility of Mental Disorders for Criminal Offenses in Indonesia
Authors: Novianti Dian ,   Master of Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Diponegoro University, 50241, Soponyono Eko ,   Master of Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Diponegoro University, 50241
Published: July 2024

Indonesia places all people as equal in the eyes of the law, this is in accordance with Article 27 Paragraph (1) of the 1945 Republic of Indonesia Constitution which states that all citizens have the same position under the law and government and are obliged to uphold the law and government without exception. However, it is not easy to realize this goal if you look at the conditions in which criminal law is applied. Criminal law practice, especially for perpetrators with mental disorders. In this case, it is necessary to study the criminal liability of perpetrators of crimes with mental disorders in the laws and regulations in Indonesia. The theories used are the Theory of Criminal Responsibility, the Theory of Punishment, and the Theory of Justice. Criminal liability by perpetrators with mental disorders is regulated in Article 44 paragraph (1) of the Criminal Code and the Mental Health Law, however, there are no regulations regarding the limitations of mental disorders, giving rise to legal uncertainty both for the victims of criminal acts with mental disorders or for the perpetrators themselves.
Impact of Industrial Revolution 4.0 (IR4.0) Knowledge, Application Learning, University Policy, Commitment to Study and Motivation on Assimilate IR4.0 in Education
Authors: Chik Zamri ,   Faculty of Islamic Contemporary Studies, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Gong Badak Campus,21300 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia, Abdullah Abdul Hakim , Mohd Noor Abdullah Zawawi , Ismail Md Shuhaimi ,   Faculty of Islamic Contemporary Studies, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Gong Badak Campus,21300 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia,   Faculty of Islamic Contemporary Studies, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Gong Badak Campus,21300 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia,   Faculty of Islamic Contemporary Studies, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Gong Badak Campus,21300 Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu, Malaysia
Published: July 2024

The fourth Industrial Revolution (IR4.0) involving automation technology is a new challenge to various sectors and is able to make changes along with digital transformation to remain competitive. The development of science and technology has changed the world of learning with the emergence of IR4.0, which focuses more on the construction of virtual reality technology without much use of human power to have an impact on students. In this context, higher education is a very important field and cannot be separated from the impact of these latest developments. The findings of this study summarize that the role of IR4.0 knowledge, learning application, university policy, commitment to study and motivation, are very important to students in their learning. This realization requires the role of the lecturers to work hard to instill the spirit of learning in their students. Various studies have been made related to the role of motivation in learning, and most of them show that motivation plays a role in encouraging students to obtain better academic achievements. In addition, the commitment of students in their learning is also very important, especially not to miss out on technology in education. While diverse teaching methods are important to practice but need to be in line with the requirements of the university and the government and not burden students and lecturers. The Ministry of Education emphasizes the importance of principles, ethics and a responsible attitude in driving IR4.0 with the advancement of digital innovation and the production of IOT in the context of human capital empowerment. Therefore, the development of IR4.0 in teaching and learning based on knowledge, learning application, university policy, commitment to study and motivation is able to improve the quality of achievement in university education. But the development of IR4.0 requires sacrifices from educators, students, parents, the community and then the government because it will definitely face various obstacles and obstacles.
The Covid 19 Pandemic: Impact on Financial Performance Banking Companies Listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange 2019 – 2022
Authors: Asri Mustika Ni Wayan ,   Asian Banking Finance and Informatics Institute, Jakarta, Indonesia, Abidin Zaenal ,   Asian Banking Finance and Informatics Institute, Jakarta, Indonesia
Published: July 2024

This research was conducted to analyze the influence of the Covid 19 pandemic on banking sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange using the Capital Adequancy Ratio (CAR), operational expenses to operating income (BOPO), Non-Performing Loans (NPL), total assets, Human Capital (HC) on Return on Assets (ROA) for the period 2019-2022. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling with the criteria (1) all conventional banking companies that were listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the observation period (2019-2022); (2) Companies that always present financial reports during the observation period (2019-2022); (3) Have complete data according to the required research variables. Data obtained from the published Indonesian Stock Exchange. A sample of 30 banking companies was obtained. The analysis technique used is panel data regression. The results of the analysis using eviews 12 software show that (1) CAR has a positive and significant effect on ROA; (2) BOPO has a negative and significant effect on ROA; (3) NPL has a negative and significant effect on ROA; (4) Total assets have a positive and significant effect on ROA; (5) HC has a positive and significant effect on ROA; (6) There is no difference in ROA during the pandemic and after the Covid-19 pandemic
Physical Education Teachers' Experiences in Promoting Life Skills using Differentiated Instruction
Authors: Razali Razali , Blegur Jusuf , Ma'mun Amung , Berliana Berliana , Mahendra Agus , Juliantine Tite , Lubis Ade Evriansyah , Prasetiyo Rahayu , Tlonaen Zuvyati Aryani
Published: July 2024

Physical education (PE) is a strategic medium for teaching students life skills. Therefore, teachers’ understanding of the comprehensive concept of life skills is important to help them organize, integrate, promote, and even develop the life skills of their students. This study explores teachers' experiences promoting life skills in PE with differentiated instruction (DI) used a qualitative approach. The participants were two elementary school teachers who had graduated from the teacher mover program and had implemented the Independent Curriculum. Participants' experiences were explored using nine open-ended questions, from conception, usefulness, and problems to constraints and solutions. Interview data were analyzed using thematic procedures. The research findings imply that teachers already have concepts and well-integrated PE life skills, such as analytical and critical thinking, communication, and simple product development. Teachers promote students' life skills through DI that accommodates students' learning needs with diagnostic assessment through content, processes, products, and learning climate. The constraints that teachers experience include teaching collaboration and time management with various cultural backgrounds from students. The novelty of this research is that it is the first research investigating teachers' experiences of integrating life skills in PE using DI so that with different learning needs, teachers can also accommodate various life skills needs of students, such as critical thinking, creative thinking, collaboration, and communication. The teaching of life skills from the concept of the Independent Curriculum has been well implemented. However, to ensure a more comprehensive and sustainable integration of life skills dimensions will need further discussion on the development of learning tools and models as well as life skills integration training for PE teachers.
Keyword: Differentiated instruction, life skills curriculum, life skills problems, physical education-based life skills, teaching life skills
Article RETRACTED due to bad practices of the authors, they are not reliable and they mislead the journal Influence and Interaction: Game-Based Exercises and Body Balance on Locomotor and Core Muscles Endurance in Children with Down syndrome
Authors: Anugrah Tama , Sumaryanti Sumaryanti , Ambardini Rachmah Laksmi , Nugroho Sigit , Sutapa Panggung , Arovah Novita Intan , Simatupang Nurhayati
Published: July 2024

Down syndrome (DS) children experience body balance problems that may hinder their locomotor abilities and and core muscle endurance. Exercises through games, however may improve their locomotor abilities and core muscle endurance. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the differences in the effect between balance levels, between types of exercises, and the interaction between dynamic body balance and exercises on locomotor ability and core muscle endurance. A total of 16 children with DS were sampled and divided into four groups based on dynamic body balance levels (High vs. Low) and the type of exercises (Snake-Leader vs. Engklek). The exercises were conducted in 16 sessions, each for 60 minutes, thrice weekly conducetd in five week period. Dynamic body balance was measured using functional reach test. The locomotor ability assessment was conducted using the gross motor development-2nd edition test, while core muscle endurance was measured using plank test. The locomotor ability and core muscles endurances were assessed before and after the exercise program. The two-way ANOVA technique was conducted using the difference between pre and post test data as the dependent variables while locomotor ability and core stability endurance as factor variables with 5% significance level. The results on locomotor ability showed a significant main effect for the type of exercise, F(1, 12) = 10.347, p = 0.007, partial η2 = 0.463; a significant main effect for balance levels, F(1, 12) = 38.265, p = 0.000, partial η2 = 0.761; and no significant interaction, F(1, 12) = 3.0, p = 0.109, partial η2 = 0.2. The results on core muscular endurance showed a significant main effect for the type of exercise, F(1, 12) = 2.690, p = 0.127, partial η2 = 0.183; a significant main effect for balance levels, F(1, 12)=37.590, p = 0.000, partial η2 = 0.758; and a significant interaction, F(1, 12) = 8.979, p = 0.011, partial η2 = 0.428. Snakes and Ladders game is appropriate for children with DS with a high and low dynamic balance to improve locomotor ability. The Engklek game is right for DS children with a high dynamic balance to increase the endurance of the core muscles, while the Snakes and Ladders game is right for DS children with low dynamic balance.
Keywords: Influence and interaction, game-based exercises, body balance, locomotor ability, core muscle endurance, Down syndrome
Pola Rekrutmen Guru Untuk Meningkatkan Kualitas Pembelajaran Di MA Bilingual Muslimat NU Sidoarjo
Authors: Wibowo Daya Fawziya Nur , Puspita Della , Trihantoyo Syunu , . Nuphanudin
Published: July 2024

Studi ini mengeksplorasi pola rekrutmen guru yang efektif dalam meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran di MA Bilingual Muslimat NU Sidoarjo. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi kasus dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam dengan kepala sekolah dan guru terhadap proses rekrutmen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pola rekrutmen guru terfokus pada beberapa aspek yang dapat memberikan dampak positif terhadap kualitas pembelajaran di MA Bilingual Muslimat NU Sidoarjo. Pertama, penerimaan guru yang memiliki pemahaman nilai-nilai keagamaan, kedua kompetensi akademik dan profesionalisme untuk memastikan bahwa guru memiliki kemampuan yang memadai untuk mengajar secara efektif dalam lingkungan bilingual, dan kesesuaian terhadap visi dan misi sekolah yang berkontribusi positif terhadap kualitas pembelajaran. kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah pola rekrutmen memiliki peran penting dalam memastikan keberhasilan institusi Pendidikan dalam mencapai tujuan pembelajaran yang berkualitas.
Analisis Keaktifan Peserta Didik Dalam Penerapan Model TGT Terintegrasi Tarl Pada Pembelajaran Matematika Kelas 4 SD
Authors: Khoir Siti Muflikhatul , Untari Mei Fita Asri
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui penerapan model TGT terintegrasi TaRL terhadap keaktifan peserta didik dalam pembelajaran matematika kelas IV. Penelitian ini dilakukan di kelas IV B SDN Kalicari 01 Kota Semarang. Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah studi kasus dengan jenis penelitian kualitatif. Perolehan data pada penelitian ini diperoleh dengan pengamatan kelas atau observasi selama pelaksanaan pembelajaran berlangsung. Jenis data penelitian merupakan data kualitatif berdasarkan penerapan model TGT yang terintegrasi dengan pendekatan TaRL pada materi matematika dengan pokok bahasan pecahan desimal persepuluhan dan perseratusan. Sumber data pada penelitian ini adalah guru kelas IV dan peserta didik kelas IV B. Teknik pengumpulan data diperoleh dengan observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini diperoleh bahwa penerapan model TGT yang terintegrasi TaRL menggunakan sintak/langkah-langkah yaitu presentasi kelas, belajar dalam kelompok, permainan/games, turnamen/pertandingan atau lomba, dan penghargaan kelompok peserta didik di kelompok belajarnya terlibat aktif dan semangat dalam mengikuti pembelajaran matematika.
Mekanisme Terbentuknya Lapisan Gas Rumah Kaca
Authors: Fresilia Dewinta , . Sudarti , . Yushardi
Published: July 2024

Efek rumah kaca adalah fenomena di mana gas-gas tertentu di atmosfer memerangkap panas matahari sehingga meningkatkan suhu bumi. Hal ini terjadi ketika sinar matahari mencapai permukaan bumi, dimana sebagian energinya diserap dan sebagian lagi dipantulkan kembali ke luar angkasa. Namun, sebagian  panas yang diserap dipantulkan oleh gas rumah kaca sehingga membentuk semacam perangkap panas di atmosfer. Gas-gas tersebut, seperti CO2, CH4, CFC, O3, dan N2O, berperan penting dalam menjaga  bumi tetap hangat dan memungkinkan adanya kehidupan. Namun, peningkatan jumlah gas-gas ini, terutama CO2, yang dihasilkan oleh aktivitas manusia seperti pembakaran bahan bakar fosil dan penggundulan hutan, mengubah keseimbangan alam, menyebabkan pemanasan global, dan memberikan dampak negatif terhadap lingkungan dan kehidupan manusia. Konservasi energi dan pengelolaan hutan merupakan kunci untuk mengurangi emisi gas rumah kaca dan menjaga keseimbangan ekosistem bumi.
Pengelolaan Surat Berbasis Elektronik Pada Lembaga Pendidikan
Authors: Darmansyah Tengku , Salsabila Salwa , Pradita Syakila , Panjaitan Azhari , Siregar Mustofa , Sagala Ardin Andre Rizki
Published: July 2024

An increasingly advanced, modern and sophisticated era is developing because of human needs and problems that encourage creativity and innovation. Good management of correspondence in government agencies is very important because good management of correspondence will help communicate information and communication to agencies which is a determining factor in development policies and strategies. The aim of this research is to develop an effective and efficient electronic mail management system in educational institutions, as well as determine its impact on the mail management process and service quality in educational institutions. The research studied is qualitative research using the literature review method. Literature review by utilizing information from secondary data from various published research articles. This secondary data was used as review material for a number of articles, originating from international and national scale articles. The results of this research are that the electronic letter management system includes the activities of creating, recording and organizing letters which are stored on hardware and then organized using software and controlled by the user or brainware. Implementing an electronic mail management system in educational institutions also requires training so that employees can be skilled in using it. Management of electronic incoming mail at educational institutions, namely receiving, sorting, recording, distributing and storing. Management of electronic outgoing mail, namely the concept of letters, typing, signing, recording, sending and storing letters.
Meningkatkan Aktivitas Dan Motivasi Belajar Siswa Menggunakan Model Pembelajaran Berhitung Pada Muatan Matematika Kelas V Di SD Negeri Damar Lima
Authors: Afnisa Luthfia Noor , Suriansyah Ahmad , Purwanti Ratna
Published: July 2024

Permasalahan dalam penelitian ini yaitu Siswa kurang terlibat aktif dalam proses pembelajaran, kurang antusias dalam mengikuti pembelajaran, kurang memiliki motivasi dalam mengikuti proses pembelajaran dan siswa belum mampu mengembangkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman konsep materi. Upaya untuk mengatasi tersebut adalah dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran BERHITUNG. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan peningkatan aktivitas, motivasi dan hasil belajar siswa. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK). Subjek penelitian yaitu siswa kelas V di SDN Damar Lima. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Analisis data yang digunakan yaitu deskriptif analisis dan cross tabulasi yang dijabarkan dengan tabel, grafik dan interpreasi dengan presentase. Hasil penelitian menunjukan terjadinya peningkatan selama 4 pertemuan pada pertemuan empat menunjukkan bahwa aktivitas guru memperoleh skor 40 dengan kriteria “Sangat Aktif”. Aktivitas siswa memperoleh presentase 92,30% dengan kriteria “Sangat Aktif”. Motivasi belajar siswa memperoleh ketuntasan maksimal 100%. Hasil belajar siswa mendapat nilai klasikal dengan angka 92,30%. Berdasarkan hasil temuan dapat disimpulkan bahwa model BERHITUNG untuk meningkatkan aktivitas, motivasi belajar, serta hasil belajar siswa. Disarankan hasil penelitian ini sebagai referensi untuk meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran di sekolah dasar.
Pengembangan Variasi Latihan Smash Bola Voli Berupa Video Tutorial Pada Ekstrakurikuler MA Maarif Sukorejo
Authors: Anggraeni Galuh Kemala , Pratama Indra Gunawan
Published: July 2024

game rules. Nowadays, volleyball is not only played for health and fitness purposes, but has developed into a sports industry that demands achievement. High school students are quite interested in playing volleyball, because volleyball is easy to play anywhere. This type of research uses a development method using the Bord and Gall (2007) model which consists of 7 stages, namely, data collection, product design, expert validation testing, initial product revision, small scale product trials, large scale product trials, product results. Based on the digital media expert's validation test, a percentage result of 96% was obtained with a very valid category. Before carrying out small-scale trials, the researchers validated it with volleyball game experts and obtained a percentage of 92.8% with a valid category for use without revision. And validation with volleyball coaching experts obtained a percentage result of 86.4% with the valid category used with minor revisions. Small scale product trials were carried out by distributing questionnaires taking 12 volleyball extracurricular athletes. The small scale trials yielded a percentage of 78.9% with a valid category for use with minor revisions to variations in target code smash training. Large-scale trials were carried out by distributing questionnaires taking 25 volleyball extracurricular athletes. Large-scale trials obtained a percentage of 86.64% with a valid category for use without revision.
Depression, Anxiety and the Discomfort in the Chest: The Contribution of Anguish for Mental Health
Authors: Filipe Paulos Vieira Fernando ,   PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil, Lotufo Neto Francisco ,   Associate Professor, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Published: July 2024

The following research aimed to show differences between patients with and without anguish in terms of symptomatology and comorbidities and to find out whether patients with depression and with anxiety have more anguish than patients who do not have depression and anxiety. A statistical analysis was carried out, which included a descriptive analysis that followed the verification of the distributions of the variables of the questionnaires in the groups, and an inferential analysis in which it was the dimension of some questionnaires was reduced and latent variables were constructed, possibly more discriminative in relation to the groups, and the variables with the greatest predictive power for anguish were identified. The variables that most showed relationships with anguish were the following: Gender, Reduced Hamilton Score, BSI Somatization, age and MINI Depression.
Blockchain Indexing Strategies: Enhancing Performance in Software Applications
Authors: Patel Ohm ,   USA
Published: July 2024

Blockchain revealed a new way of storing data through decentralized and, at the same time, making them immutable. Since indexing is critical for large databases in achieving searchability, query time, and system response time, indexing is essential in software applications that utilize blockchains. This task analyzer analyzes different approaches in blockchain indexing, methods to apply, and consequences regarding developing high-performance software systems
Comprehensive Analysis of Modern Application Rendering Strategies: Enhancing Web and Mobile User Experiences
Authors: Kiran Challa Venkata Naga Sai ,   USA
Published: July 2024

In today's fast-paced world of application development, how we render applications is crucial for delivering outstanding user experiences. This paper delves into the diverse rendering strategies used in modern web and mobile applications. For web applications, we explore Client-Side Rendering (CSR), Server-Side Rendering (SSR), Static Site Generation (SSG), Incremental Static Regeneration (ISR), Progressive Hydration, Streaming SSR, and Edge-Side Rendering (ESR). On the mobile front, we cover Native Rendering, Hybrid Rendering, Cross-Platform Rendering, Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), ServerDriven UI (SDUI), and Instant Apps. Drawing on real-world examples from Meta Platforms Inc., we showcase the practical benefits and challenges of each approach. Additionally, we discuss future improvements through AI/ML optimizations, highlighting the potential for personalized and high-performance applications. This paper aims to provide a clear and comprehensive guide to modern rendering techniques, helping developers create more interactive, scalable, and efficient applications.
Cervical Adenopathy in Children: A Rational use of Investigations/ Resources
Authors: Raj Prince ,   Senior Registrar, Paediatric Surgery King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain, Duffy Illona , Corbally Martin ,   Swan Park Surgery, Family Practice the Diamond, Monaghan, Ireland,   Chief of Medical staff and consultant paediatric Surgeon King Hamad University Hospital, Bahrain
Published: July 2024

It is not unusual to see a child with enlarged neck nodes and such nodes are very common in otherwise normal children. While the majority are benign and self-limiting (in acute enlargement) there is often a lingering concern that this a symptom of an underlying serious condition and that referral, investigation and perhaps biopsy or FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) are warranted.
GESTAÇÃO ECTÓPICA:
Authors: Barros Davi , Rebelo Fabiana , Oliveira Gabriela
Published: July 2024

O relato apresentado foi realizado por meio da análise de prontuários da referida paciente, embasado em seleção de artigos dos últimos anos. O caso refere-se a uma mulher de 25 anos que buscou atendimento de emergência com queixa de sangramento vaginal importante e mal-estar. Durante a anamnese, identificou-se que a paciente se encontrava na sétima semana de gestação, entretanto apresentava ultrassonografia prévia com ausência de visualização de gestação uterina. Dessa forma, a suspeita inicial foi de ameaça de aborto, com beta-hCG quantitativo de 10 mil mIU/ml e com a ausência de gestação visível em exame de imagem. Foi solicitado ultrassom transvaginal compatível com gestação ectópica, diante disso, a conduta adotada foi a realização de laparotomia exploradora, na qual foi realizada remoção da massa anexial direita, com salpingectomia parcial.
O impacto da pandemia na educação superior
Authors: Ferreira André , De Araujo Lopes Aquino Camila , Mathias Costa Medeiros Sandy , Moutinho Abdalla Márcio
Published: July 2024

Esta pesquisa teve como objetivo analisar a percepção dos alunos do curso de administração da Universidade Federal Fluminense, campus de Volta Redonda, sobre a modalidade de ensino remoto emergencial durante a pandemia da COVID-19. Foi realizado um survey dirigido aos alunos que já exerceram atividades no ensino remoto e presencial, por meio da disponibilização de um link com um questionário em Google Forms. O link ficou disponível durante duas semanas e recebeu 91 respostas. Após análise, nenhum questionário precisou ser descartado pois todos atendiam aos requisitos da pesquisa. Como resultados principais foram indicados que o Ensino Remoto é uma tendência para um futuro, pela sua praticidade em se estudar a qualquer hora e a qualquer lugar, mas se faz necessário a maior capacitação dos docentes e melhor estruturação dos conteúdos e atividades de avaliação, além de uma melhor organização por parte de seus alunos para melhoria do processo de aprendizagem dos conteúdos apresentados.
Viagem Educacional: Uma Estratégia de Aprendizagem
Authors: Ferreira da Silva Roseli , Lopes Costa Ana Clara , Borges Flávio Adriano , De Oliveira José Maurício , Delalibera Mendes Juliana , Niituma Ogata Márcia
Published: July 2024

Este artigo foi fruto de uma pesquisa que objetivou analisar a utilização da estratégia Viagem Educacional (VE) no processo de aprendizagem, segundo a ótica dos facilitadores de aprendizagem no Projeto Desenvolvimento da Gestão de Programas de Residência e da Preceptoria no Sistema Único de Saúde do Hospital Sírio Libanês (DGPSUS/PROADI-HSL). Esta estratégia educacional objetiva incluir a emoção como atributo essencial no processo de ensino-aprendizagem transformador de práticas. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, exploratório, de abordagem qualitativa, desenvolvido durante o curso de formação de apoiadores e facilitadores do projeto DGPSUS, 2º triênio 2021-2023. Para a produção dos dados da pesquisa, foram realizados grupos focais com os facilitadores de aprendizagem. A partir da análise de conteúdo, foram construídas 04 categorias: 1. Aprendizagem no âmbito emocional; 2. Ambiente em que se desenvolve a Viagem Educacional; 3. Viagem Educacional: espaço de expressão e aprendizagem; 4. Experiências do facilitador na estratégia Viagem Educacional. Na análise, a estratégia mostrou-se potente para mobilizar vários sentidos, dentre eles, a emoção dos sujeitos envolvidos. Este conjunto de capacidades ajuda a construir o clima emocional e o desenvolvimento grupal.  A VE foi destacada pelos facilitadores também como uma estratégia potente por possibilitar a construção de vínculo com os estudantes, porém a imprevisibilidade, que pode surgir no compartilhamento das emoções, pode gerar insegurança, desconforto e desafio aos facilitadores.
Assessment of the Impact of Anthropogenic Activities on Physicochemical Parameters and Phytoplankton Compositions of Kalgo River, Kebbi State
Authors: Salisu, N.  , Umar, J.  , Magami, I. M.  , Koko, J. D.  , Jabir, M.  , Gulumbe, I. I.
Published: July 2024

Study’s Novelty/Excerpt

This study comprehensively assesses the impact of washing, fishing, and agricultural activities on the physicochemical parameters and phytoplankton composition in the Kalgo River, revealing critical insights into anthropogenic effects on aquatic ecosystems.
The research identified 341 phytoplankton species across seven classes, with chlorophyceae being the dominant class, and documented significant seasonal variations in water quality parameters such as pH, EC, and nutrient concentrations.
The findings underscore the need for further investigation into the specific impacts of these activities on individual phytoplankton species and their health, contributing valuable knowledge to the field of aquatic ecology and environmental management.

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Anthropogenic activities can have significant and often detrimental effects on aquatic ecosystems, including water quality, biodiversity, and the overall ecosystem. This study aimed to assess the impact of washing, fishing, and agricultural activities on physiochemical parameters and phytoplankton composition in the Kalgo River. Water samples were collected from stations A (farming and irrigation), B (fishing activities), and C (washing site) using plankton nets and one-liter plastic bottles following standard methods. Phytoplankton species were identified through comparative morphological examination using a binocular light microscope (Olympus BH2) at a magnification of 100x after centrifuging the water samples. In August, higher values of pH (7.90±0.23), EC (793.91±3.56 µs/cm), P (0.31±0.05 mg/l), NH4 (0.63±0.23 mg/l), and TDS (529.27±0.13) were recorded. The highest temperature (29.66±1.50°C) and maximum concentrations of DO (7.52±0.25 mg/l), BOD (22.4±10.29 mg/l), Ca2+ (164.0±13.21 mg/l), and Cl- (15.40±0.59 mg/l) were found in June. A total of 341 phytoplankton species distributed across 37 genera and belonging to seven classes were identified. The dominant class was chlorophyceae (31.43%), followed by Bacillariophyceae (25.72%) and Cyanophyceae (20.00%), with Rhodophyceae recording the lowest percentage (2.86%). Station B exhibited the highest species composition (41.35%), while station C had the lowest (26.96%). No significant difference (P>0.05) was observed in phytoplankton composition variations between the stations. Crucigenia sp. had the highest occurrence (8.50%), followed by Navicula digitoradiata (7.33%), Volvox sp. (6.16%), and Craticula sp. (5.28%). Asterionella sp., Vaucheria sp., and Melosira variants each accounted for 0.88% of the composition. Despite the diverse phytoplankton assemblage in the Kalgo River, further studies are necessary to evaluate the specific impacts of anthropogenic activities on different phytoplankton species and their overall health in the river.
Optimizing Biogas Production: Comparative Analysis Of Organic Substrates For Enhanced Gas Yield
Authors: Osuji, M. I.  , Ogbulie, J. N.  , Nweke, C. O.  , Nwanyanwu, C. E.
Published: July 2024

Study’s Novelty/Excerpt This study uniquely evaluates the biogas optimization potential of various locally sourced substrates, including cow dung, poultry dung, human, and pig manure, through a comparative analysis over a 15-day period using custom-made biodigesters. The research reveals that poultry dung yields the highest gas production, significantly outperforming other substrates with a gas production ratio of 0.20 on day 15, indicating its superior effectiveness. These findings contribute valuable insights into substrate efficiency for biogas production, suggesting poultry dung as a highly effective substrate and proposing co-digestion strategies to further enhance biogas yields. Full Abstract This research aimed to investigate the utilization of various locally sourced substrates in the biogas optimization process and compare the gas yield to determine the most efficient domestic substrate. The samples tested included cow dung, poultry dung, human, and pig manure. A comparative analysis of gas production over a 15-day period was carried out at 3-day intervals using four custom-made biodigesters with batch culture fermentation. The findings revealed that digester 4, utilizing poultry dung, exhibited the highest gas output. The gas production ratios for human, cow, pig, and poultry dung on day 15 were 0.10:0.11:0.12:0.20, equating to percentages of 18.86%, 20.78%, 22.64%, and 37.73% respectively. The notably higher percentage for poultry dung suggests its superior effectiveness as a substrate for biogas production. Alternatively, the co-digestion of cow and/or poultry dung could be considered as a strategy to enhance biogas production.
Isolation and Identification of Pathogenic Bacteria in Pasteurized Powdered Milk Sold in Ogun, Lagos and Oyo, Southwest, Nigeria
Authors: Akindele, S. T.  , Agbolade, O. A.  , Raufu, T. T.
Published: July 2024

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This study provides novel insights into the bacteriological quality of powdered milk sold in Ogun, Lagos, and Oyo, Southwest Nigeria, by isolating and identifying bacterial species through 16S rRNA gene sequencing and evaluating their antibiotic resistance profiles.
The research highlights the detection of potentially harmful bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Bacillus cereus, indicating issues related to inadequate storage or sanitation practices in the milk supply chain.
These findings underscore the importance of rigorous microbial monitoring and improved hygiene standards to ensure the safety and extended shelf life of powdered milk products.

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Milk is a nutritious beverage enjoyed by people of all ages, but it also provides an ideal environment for the growth of various microorganisms. This study aimed to isolate and identify the bacteriological quality of powdered milk sold in Ogun, Lagos, and Oyo, Southwest Nigeria. Three samples from each of five different brands were analyzed by homogenizing 1g of each milk sample with 10ml of nutritional broth, followed by overnight incubation at 37°C. Subsequently, the bacteria were plated on nutrient agar, Mac-Conkey, and EMB, with further characterization through partial sequencing of 16S rRNA genes. The detected species were then evaluated against antibiotics including Acyclovir, Cefotaxime, Augmentin, Cefuroxime, Gentamicin, Erythromycin, Ofloxacin, Nitrofurantoin, Ciprofloxacin, Nalidixic acid, and Azithromycin. The molecular testing revealed the presence of Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Bacillus cereus, Brevibacillus agri, Lysinibacillus sphaericus, and Bacillus thuringiensis as the identified bacterial species. Pseudomonas aeruginosa exhibited sensitivity to Gentamicin and Cefuroxime, with Nitrofurantoin showing the highest sensitivity at 80.0%. Brevibacillus agri (LATC3) demonstrated sensitivity to Cefuroxime and Gentamicin, with a higher sensitivity of 55.00% to Gentamicin. Bacillus cereus (LAKG2 and LAC2) showed higher responsiveness to Ceftriaxone compared to Ofloxacin, Cefotaxime, Augmentin, Acyclovir, and Levofloxacin. These findings indicate the presence of potentially harmful organisms in the microbial populations of pasteurized milk, suggesting inadequate storage practices or insufficient sanitation of facilities and equipment post-production and packaging. Therefore, monitoring the microbial quality of pasteurized milk is essential to ensure safety and extend its shelf life.
Seasonal Assessment of Physico- Chemical Parameters, Phytoplanktons Composition and Abundance in Ajiwa Reservoir, Katsina State, Nigeria
Authors: Sani, F. R.  , Ibrahim, S.
Published: July 2024

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This study provides novel insights into the seasonal variability of physico-chemical parameters and phytoplankton composition in Ajiwa Reservoir, Katsina State, Nigeria, revealing significant correlations between these factors.
By analyzing data collected over a ten-month period, the research highlights the influence of seasonal changes on water quality and phytoplankton abundance, with a notably higher abundance observed in the wet season compared to the dry season.
This comprehensive approach underscores the critical impact of environmental fluctuations on reservoir ecosystems, offering valuable information for future water resource management and conservation efforts.

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Anthropogenic activities, climatic changes, and dam geology have been reported to influence the productivity of reservoirs. This study aimed to determine the seasonal variability of physico-chemical parameters, phytoplankton composition, and abundance in Ajiwa Reservoir, Katsina State, Nigeria. Water samples were collected from December 2022 to September 2023 and analyzed for phytoplankton composition and physico-chemical conditions using standard methods. The results revealed that the mean water temperature (25.12±3.76оC), pH (7.03±0.55), dissolved oxygen (6.84±0.75mg/L), biochemical oxygen demand (3.00±0.79mg/L), electrical conductivity (119.67±14.40μЅ/cm), total dissolved solids (16.55±4.80mg/L), turbidity (100.47±14.56NTU), water hardness (86.46±4.93mg/L), nitrate-nitrogen (7.91±2.69mg/L), and phosphate-phosphorus (5.43±2.40mg/L) were significantly different across seasons (P < 0.05). The percentage compositions of phytoplankton were Chlorophyceae (33.50%), Bacillariophyceae (22.36%), Cyanophyceae (12.57%), Cryptophyceae (12.48%), Euglenophyceae (6.58%), and Dinophyceae (4.55%) from four sampling sites during the study period. Phytoplankton were found to be more abundant in the wet season (858) than the dry season (327). The correlation matrix showed significant correlations between phytoplankton and physicochemical parameters. The compositions of phytoplankton in the reservoir were affected by seasonal variations and fluctuations in physicochemical parameters.
Prevalence of Multi Drug Resistant Coagulase Negative Staphylococci among some Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic in Yola, Nigeria
Authors: Sale, M.  , Kanu, S. N.
Published: July 2024

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This study presents findings on the prevalence and characterization of coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) among pregnant women in public health facilities in Yola, revealing a significant prevalence rate of 26.97%.
The research highlights the high susceptibility of CoNS to certain antibiotics and the alarming presence of multi-drug resistant and extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producing strains.
This underscores the necessity for routine screening of pregnant women for CoNS to prevent potential gestational complications, providing crucial data for public health interventions and antibiotic stewardship programs.

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Coagulase negative staphylococci have been reported to be a frequent agent of uncomplicated UTI in young sexually active women which can also lead to symptomatic infection, low birth weight (LBW) babies and preterm delivery. This study was undertaken to determine the prevalence and characterize coagulase negative staphylococci among pregnant women in public health facilities in Yola. A total of 250 urine samples were collected from pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at Specialist Hospital and Boshang Clinic and Maternity both in Yola. The samples were cultured on cysteine lactose electrolyte deficient medium and isolates characterized using phenotypic methods. The prevalence of coagulase negative staphylococci from this study was 26.97%, Staphylococcus aureus 16.29% and Escherichia coli 36.51%. The frequency of CoNS was highest among age group of 36-40 years and least among 16-20 years (12.5%). CONS isolated from this study demonstrated high susceptibility to pefloxacin, ciprofloxacin, erythromycin, ceftriaxone and streptomycin.  Some isolates showed high resistance to ampiclox, cefuroxime and amoxicillin. About 83% of the isolates had multiple antibiotic resistant indexes greater than 0.2 with about 25% of the antibiotic resistance being plasmid mediated. Furthermore, phenotypic screening using the double disk synergy test showed that 20 (40%) of the isolates were extended spectrum beta lactamase (ESBL) producing. This study revealed the presence of multi-drug resistant and ESBL producing coagulase negative staphylococci among pregnant women in the study area.  There is therefore the need for pregnant women to be screened for coagulase negative staphylococci to avoid complications during gestation period.
Screening of Yoghurt Produced by Local Strains of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Locally Fermented Yoghurt “Kindirmo” For Flavour Compounds
Authors: Bukar, A.  , Mukhtar, G. L.  , Ahmad, A. S.
Published: July 2024

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This study presents comprehensive screening of local strains of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) isolated from "Kindirmo" for their potential to produce flavor-enhancing compounds in yoghurt.
The research uniquely identifies specific LAB strains, such as Leuconostoc mesenteroides dextranicum and Lactobacillus acidophilus, and demonstrates their capacity to produce a variety of volatile flavor compounds using GC–MS analysis.
The findings suggest the potential application of these isolates in improving the taste of "Kindirmo" and other food products, thereby contributing valuable insights to the field of food microbiology and fermentation.

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Yoghurt is known as cultured milk which is derived from the action of bacteria on lactose to produce lactic acid, carbon dioxide (CO2), acetic acid, diacetyl, acetaldehyde, and other flavor compounds. The aim of this research was to screen yoghurt produced by local strains of lactic acid bacteria isolated from locally fermented yoghurt “Kindirmo” for the production of flavor-enhancing compounds. A total of five “Kindirmo” samples were collected from two farmhouses located in Daura local government of Katsina State, Nigeria. The samples were collected and transported in ice containers. Serial dilutions of the “Kindirmo” samples were made and plated using the pour-plate method on de Man, Rogosa, and Sharpe (MRS) agar and incubated anaerobically at 37°C for 72 hours, followed by bacterial identification using Vitek system. Thereafter, yoghurt was produced using the isolated lactic acid bacteria and volatile flavor compounds in the yoghurt were determined using GC–MS analysis. Out of all the five (5) samples analyzed, only two (2) were positive for Lactic acid bacteria. The lactic acid bacteria identified were leuconostoc mesenteroides dextranicum and Lactobacillus acidophilus. While Lactobacillus acidophilus produced 14 volatile flavor compounds, leuconostoc mesenteroides dextranicum produced only 12. Butanoic acid, Hexanoic acid, Acetaldehyde, Propane, Acetone, ethyl ester, Lactic acid, and Diacetone were some of the flavor compounds detected. The research shows the potentials of the isolated LAB to produce flavor compounds, which could be used to enhance the taste of Kindirmo. It is recommended that the isolates should be used for further study on how to produce Kindirmo with single and co-culture of the LAB, or rather on how to produce the flavor enhancers for application in other foods or food products.
Detection of Phenotypic and Genotypic Antibiotic Resistance among Listeria monocytogenes Isolated from Different Food Samples in Yola
Authors: Isa, H.  , Sale, M. P.  , Ewansiha, J. U.  , Sa'id, A. S.
Published: July 2024

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This study investigates the phenotypic and genotypic antibiotic resistance of Listeria monocytogenes isolated from food samples in Yola, revealing significant multi-drug resistance (MDR) in 72.72% of the isolates.
The research highlights alarming resistance rates to commonly used antibiotics, including 100% resistance to ceftriaxone and the presence of resistance genes blaCTX-M, blaTEM, and sul1 in all MDR isolates.
These findings underscore a potential public health crisis, indicating that future outbreaks of L. monocytogenes in the area may be difficult to control with the current antibiotic treatments.

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Listeria monocytogenes is an opportunistic bacterial pathogen implicated in several lethal illness outbreaks.  Future outbreaks may be more complicated to manage because of the surfacing of antibiotic resistance among L. monocytogenes strains in food products.  Accordingly, this study aimed to determine the phenotypic and genotypic antibiotic resistance of L. monocytogenes previously isolated from different food samples in Yola.  Antibiotic resistance of L. monocytogenes was determined via disc diffusion and polymerase chain reaction (PCR).  Exactly 72.72% of the isolates were multi-drug resistant (MDR) with high resistance to Beta-Lactams and sulfonamides.  Percentage resistance to ceftriaxone, ampicillin, augmentin, cefuroxime, and sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim were 100%, 72.7%, 64.0%, 64.0%, and 54.5% respectively.  The MDR isolates were subjected to PCR, and antibiotic resistance genes blaCTX-M, 7(100%), blaTEM, 7(100%), and sul1 7(100%) were detected in (72.72%) i.e. all the MDR isolates.  L. monocytogenes isolates from food samples in this study area exhibited phenotypic and genotypic resistance to multiple antibiotics.  This implies that future outbreaks of L. monocytogenes in the study area may be complicated to manage using the commonly used antibiotics tested in this study, representing a major public health concern.