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Evaluating the influence of partnership marketing on organizational performance: A case study of copyright society of Malawi
Authors: Racheal Kampandira , Muthuvel Laxmikanthan
Published: September 2024

This study examines the influence of partnership marketing on organizational performance using the Copyright Society of Malawi as the case study. Partnership marketing involves the strategic collaboration between organizations with the aim of reaching mutually beneficial goals. This study aims to delve deeper into understanding the correlation between partnership marketing and organizational performance in the context of the Copyright Society of Malawi. This study used a mixed-methods approach that incorporated both quantitative and qualitative approaches. The quantitative approach helped in quantifying the financial aspects of partnership marketing initiatives through the financial reports of the Copyright Society of Malawi, while the qualitative approach assisted in gathering data through interviews that were conducted with the key stakeholders. The findings indicated that there is a positive relationship between partnership marketing initiatives such as co-promotion and organizational performance such as revenue growth, brand awareness, cost savings, and customer acquisition. The findings also revealed that co-promotion, as one of the strategies under partnership marketing, is among the most effective approaches that COSOMA has implemented to achieve its specified objectives. Partnership marketing has significantly enhanced COSOMA's cost efficiency, it has also increased their revenue generation, enhancing their customer acquisition and brand visibility. Despite the benefits that COSOMA has experienced through the implementation of partnership marketing initiatives, one of the challenges that was encountered was partnering with organizations that did not prioritize their agreed objectives, and this posed a hindrance towards achieving their set objectives. It was also noted that choosing the right partners is of paramount importance, as failure to do so can be detrimental for the organizations.
Drivers of stock market performance and a comparative investigation of markets: A case study of the stock market in Malawi
Authors: Gerard Chiyamiko Kamwendo , Muthuvel Laxmikanthan
Published: September 2024

This study investigated the influence of various drivers on the performance of stock markets in Malawi using a case study approach. Stock markets involve strategic collaborations between small and large companies to achieve their goals. This paper aimed to explore the correlation between stock market performance drivers and the performance of companies in Malawi. A mixed-method approach was employed, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative approach analyzed the financial aspects of stock market initiatives through financial reports, such as those from the Malawi Stock Exchange. Meanwhile, the qualitative approach collected data through interviews with key stakeholders. The findings indicated a positive outlook for stock market expansion, provided that awareness campaigns among the general public were intensified. The study also revealed that if banks offered tailor-made loans to individuals and companies seeking to acquire shares, the stock market would experience growth. Drivers of stock market performance significantly enhanced market performance, increased stock prices, and improved customer purchasing power. Despite these benefits, the study identified challenges, such as a lack of knowledge about shares, which hindered stock market growth. Other challenges included inflation, harsh loan conditions, and stock/share infringements, all of which negatively impacted market performance. To address these issues, stock markets implemented awareness and marketing initiatives to combat illiteracy and other barriers, aiming to expand their customer base. However, despite the significant benefits of these initiatives, limited research existed on the impact of stock market performance drivers, particularly on stock-listed companies in Malawi. This gap prompted the researcher to evaluate the influence of metrics such as stock growth and customer acquisition.
A study on analysis of financial challenges of Small and Medium Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in international markets with special reference to blantyre commercial
Center-Malawi, Central Africa
Authors: Muzondiwa Moffat , Arokia Doss R.
Published: September 2024

Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) play a pivotal role in economic development, particularly in emerging markets like Malawi. However, these enterprises face significant financial challenges when venturing into international markets from hubs such as Blantyre Commercial Centre. This study examines the multifaceted financial barriers that impede SMEs' ability to compete effectively in global trade. This study employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating quantitative data analysis from SME financial records and qualitative insights gathered through interviews with key stakeholders, including SME owners, financial institutions, and government officials. The study focuses on identifying and analyzing the primary financial challenges encountered by SMEs in Blantyre, Malawi, including limited access to finance, high transaction costs, exchange rate volatility, and stringent regulatory environments. Findings reveal that SMEs in Blantyre face substantial hurdles in accessing financing due to high collateral requirements and exorbitant interest rates imposed by traditional financial institutions. Moreover, the high costs associated with currency conversion, international shipping, and compliance with diverse regulatory frameworks amplify the financial burden on SMEs, constraining their capacity for international expansion and competitiveness. The study underscores the urgent need for tailored financial solutions and supportive policies to address these challenges effectively. Recommendations include developing specialized financial products that cater to SME needs, negotiating preferential trade agreements to reduce transaction costs, and enhancing SME capacity in financial risk management and regulatory compliance. By addressing these financial barriers, stakeholders can foster a more conducive environment for SME growth and internationalization in Blantyre Commercial Centre, thereby contributing to sustainable economic development and inclusive prosperity in Malawi and Central Africa.
Is Land Really Unique?: Revisiting Specific Performance as the Default Remedy for Land Sale Contracts in New Zealand
Authors: Abdussalam Moshood
Published: September 2024

The argument put forth in this article is that land sale contracts, unless proven to possess unique characteristics, are not inherently different from other types of contracts. The article proposes a shift from treating specific performance as the default remedy for enforcing land sale contracts. Instead, the remedy of specific performance should be considered applicable only in exceptional situations, as is the case for contracts generally. The article also addresses the nature of damages in lieu of specific performance and suggests a reconsideration of how that remedy applies to land sale contracts.
Exploration and Practice of the Training Mechanism of Energy and Power Undergraduate Talents Under the Background of “Double-carbon”
Authors: Sun Zhao , Zhou Tian , Shi Lei , Liu Hanzi , Sun Zhiqiang
Published: September 2024

In order to meet the development requirements of the “two-carbon” strategy, to cultivate compound and innovative talents suitable for the new needs of the energy industry, this paper aims to analyze the characteristics and development trends of energy and power majors and the current situation of the training of traditional energy and power professionals. This paper starts from the emphasis on curriculum adjustment and upgrading, strengthening interdisciplinary integration education, deepening school-enterprise cooperation, highlighting projects and competition training, etc., to build a new mode of energy and power undergraduate talent training under the background of “double carbon.” The effective strategies for the construction and implementation of the culture mechanism can provide a new perspective and ideas for China’s energy and power undergraduate talent training to provide a steady stream of talent support for China to achieve the “double-carbon” strategic goal.
Discussion on the Teaching Mode of University Physics Experiment from the Perspective of “Internet +”
Authors: Yang Jian
Published: September 2024

With the rapid development of information technology, the concept of “Internet +” has gone deep into all walks of life, including the field of education. Especially in university physics experiment teaching, the introduction of “Internet +” not only changes the traditional teaching mode but also brings a lot of far-reaching significance. This paper will discuss in detail the significance of “Internet +” in college physics experiment teaching from the aspects of improving teaching efficiency, promoting personalized learning, enhancing students’ self-learning ability, improving teaching resource sharing and promoting teaching reform. Then, through the use of innovative teaching methods, updating teaching tools and other strategies, Internet technology will be fully integrated into the teaching of college physics experiments. The aim is to improve the teaching quality of college physics experiments, innovate teaching methods, provide students with high-quality teaching services, and cultivate high-quality physics experiment talents for society.
The Value Implication, Realistic Dilemma and Optimization Path of College Red Culture Education in the New Era
Authors: Song Kaiqing
Published: September 2024

Under the background of the new era, the spiritual quality contained in red culture is a “fresh textbook” that shapes and cultivates the outstanding quality and tenacious personality of contemporary youth. Colleges and universities should accurately understand and grasp the standards of talent cultivation, and fully implement and promote the red culture education on campus, so as to strengthen the ideals and beliefs of college students, cultivate their inner character, and enhance their cultural self-confidence and national pride. However, in reality, there are still some problems in the red culture education in colleges and universities, such as insufficient case mining, insufficient practice coordination, and insufficient publicity coordination. In this regard, red cultural education in colleges and universities should be multi-dimensional excavation of red cultural education cases; Improve the practice activities of red culture education at multiple levels; Multi-subject expansion of red culture education propaganda positions, and constantly improve the quality of red culture education in colleges and universities.
Information Technology Assisting Ideological and Political Education for Exchange Students
Authors: Xie Tong , Zhou Kexin , Zhang Zike , Liu Tianyu , Wang Fei
Published: September 2024

In the context of globalization and informatization, how to enhance ideological and political education for exchange students abroad through modern information technology has become a significant issue. This study aims to explore effective informatization methods for the ideological and political education of exchange students. A questionnaire survey found that online learning platforms for ideological and political education are popular among exchange students. Using Chang’an University’s Dublin College exchange students as a case study, an online platform for ideological and political education was designed and tested. The platform provides flexible and convenient learning methods, rich resources, personalized content, and strong interactivity, achieving efficient, extensive, and low-cost ideological and political education. The results show that informatization tools have great potential in ideological and political education for exchange students.
Study on the English Translation of Yue Jueshu
Authors: Ni Huaying
Published: September 2024

Yue Jueshu is an important historical book tracing back to the source of Yue culture, has been much studied on its title, author, edition, historical value and so on, but less attention has been paid to its English translation. Starting with the significance of Yue Jueshu as a historical book to Western scholars, this paper attempts to make a study on the English translation of Yue Jueshu from textual research on the edition, the characteristics of translation, and the interpretation of annotation.
Research on the Relationship between Urban and Rural Educational Resources Allocation and Educational Equity
Authors: Fu Weiping , Mohamed Hashim Abdul Talib
Published: September 2024

This comprehensive study delves deeply into the relationship between the allocation of educational resources in urban and rural areas and educational equity. It takes the unbalanced distribution of educational resources between urban and rural regions as its starting point and employs quantitative analysis and field research methods to explore this complex relationship. The findings reveal that the uneven allocation of educational resources has a significant negative impact on educational equity, resulting in a substantial disparity between urban and rural students in terms of access to high-quality education. Policy attention deviation, an imperfect management mechanism, and insufficient investment in education are identified as the key reasons for this unbalanced allocation. Consequently, this study recommends that policymakers increase investment in rural education, reform the management mechanism, and optimize resource allocation to promote the realization of educational equity. The results of this research hold great significance for understanding the unequal distribution of urban and rural educational resources and providing valuable references for policymaking.
Kajian Temporal Tingkat Pencemaran Lingkungan Perairan Waduk Cengklik Kabupaten Boyolali – Jawa Tengah
Authors: Ariyani Nurul , Maharani Nine Elissa , Nurbaya Fiqi
Published: September 2024

Latar belakang: Waduk Cengklik yang terdapat di Boyolali memiliki beragam manfaat untuk memenuhi kebutuhan masyarakat yang ada di sekitarnya, termasuk untuk irigasi, perikanan, dan wisata. Pertumbuhan jumlah penduduk dan peningkatan aktivitas masyarakat menyebabkan kualitas air di Waduk Cengklik mengalami penurunan karena terkontaminasi zat pencemar terutama yang berasal dari limbah domestik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis secara temporal kualitas air di Waduk Cengklik pada musim hujan dan musim kemarau. Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan desain penelitian survei, dengan variabel data kualitas air dan parameter uji yang terdiri atas parameter suhu, TDS, TSS, pH, DO, BOD, COD, fecal coliform, dan total coliform. Teknik analisis dalam penelitian menggunakan metode STORET untuk menentukan kualitas air berdasarkan Peraturan Pemerintah Nomor 82 Tahun 2002. Hasil: Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kulitas air di Waduk Cengklik pada musim hujan mengalami tingkat pencemaran berat dengan nilai STORET (-38), sedangkan pada musim kemarau, mengalami tingkat pencemaran sedang dengan nilai STORET (-24). Kesimpulan: Kondisi tersebut dipengaruhi oleh parameter-parameter seperti DO, BOD, COD, fecal coliform dan total coliform yang tidak memenuhi bahkan melebihi ambang batas baku mutu yang dipersyaratkan untuk kualitas air Kelas II, yaitu perairan yang dapat digunakan untuk sarana dan prasarana rekreasi air, aktivitas peternakan dan pertanaman.
Puculpala, un yacimiento de la cultura Puruwá en Chambo, Chimborazo
Authors: Vásquez Pazmiño Josefina
Published: September 2024

Puculpala es un yacimiento arqueológico de filiación cultural Puruwá en la cuenca alta del río Chambo.Su historia despuntó en el período de Integración (700-1412 d.C.), se acopló a la invasión inka (1412-1534 d.C.) y posteriormente, soportó la colonización española (1534-1822) de manera rebelde con suparticipación en levantamientos anticoloniales a fines del siglo XVIII. En la actualidad, Puculpala esun caserío resiliente en el paisaje rural de la parroquia Quimiag, organizado a escala de comuna conun cabildo autónomo. A partir del registro arqueológico y de los datos etnohistóricos, se reconocenlos cambios en el ambiente debido al impacto agropecuario y a la continua colonización no solohumana, intensificada desde hace quinientos años. Infertilidad de la tierra, contaminación ambiental,transformaciones del hábitat con la expansión de la frontera urbana y la consecuente destrucción delyacimiento arqueológico, son entre otras, las secuelas que enfrentan los habitantes contemporáneosde Puculpala.
En búsqueda de los primeros habitantes de Quito: las ocupaciones tempranas de Rumipamba, Quito, Ecuador
Authors: Narváez Rodríguez Emilia , Tapia Moreno Danilo Benjamín
Published: September 2024

En este artículo se reportan los hallazgos arqueológicos realizados durante la temporada de excavación 2022-2023 en el sitio Rumipamba, ubicado en Quito, Ecuador. Durante esta temporada de excavación se evidenció una estructura de barro cocido que data entre 1416 y 1126 cal a.C. Esta estructura, junto con otra previamente identificada en el área, ofrece información valiosa sobre los patrones de asentamiento y formas de vida de los primeros habitantes de Quito.La metodología empleada incluyó prospecciones geofísicas y excavaciones en área. Durante la excavación arqueológica, se recuperaron muestras de suelo, carbón vegetal, artefactos líticos y cerámicos. Las evidencias recuperadas fueron analizadas en la etapa de laboratorio para obtener información sobre las actividades humanas y la utilización de recursos vegetales en el área durante la ocupación temprana. Comparando estos hallazgos con otros sitios arqueológicosen Quito, se sugiere una singularidad constructiva en Rumipamba, lo que insinúa una identidad cultural o social única para el grupo que habitaba esta área durante el periodo Formativo.
Evaluating Pedagogical Practices in Science Classrooms: A Randomized Controlled Trial Study on Teacher Virtual Professional Development with Virtual Mentoring and Coaching
Authors: Lara-Alecio Rafael , Irby Beverly J. , Tong Fuhui , Sutton-Jones Kara L. , Guerrero Cindy L. , Tang Shifang , Pang Huiwen
Published: September 2024

In this randomized control study, we evaluated science teachers’ pedagogical practices via classroom observations following ongoing, intensive, and structured instructional support sessions. These sessions included virtual professional development (VPD) and virtual mentoring and coaching (VMC) that accompanied a literacy-infused science curriculum. Using a low-inference observational instrument, we explored the direct impact of VPD and VMC on fifth-grade science teachers’ observed time allocation in a randomized controlled trial (RCT) validation study. The observations were collected three times during science instruction from 121 teachers in 68 schools from 35 public school districts in the U.S. state of Texas, during the 2017-2018 school year. Preliminary findings revealed pedagogical differences in time allocation among teachers between treatment and control classrooms. We identified improved instructional practices within treatment classrooms, which suggests the intervention had a positive effect by enhancing the quality of pedagogy as well as the content-area instruction in science.
MyPlate Food Model and Family Grocery Shopping with Second and Third Graders are Significant Interventions for the Development of Interactive Health Literacy Skills
Authors: Ubbes Valerie A. , Whitesel Sophia , Parkinson Nancy S.
Published: September 2024

A school-based nutrition education intervention was implemented with second and third graders who used their functional health literacy skills of reading, writing, and speaking to learn about the MyPlate food model from the United States Department of Agriculture. The pretest-posttest intervention determined if children had ever seen the MyPlate food picture and if children participated in grocery shopping and meal making events with their family at home. Interactive health literacy accounted for the conversations that children had with their teachers about food and nutrition when learning about the MyPlate food model and when preparing three recipes over three days in the school classroom. Interactive health literacy strategies also included children’s ability to interact and learn about the MyPlate food model as a valid and reliable print and electronic material associated with meal planning. Implications and guidelines for teachers and parents are discussed for advancing the need for and understanding of functional and interactive health literacy for elementary children in the United States.
A Reforma do Ensino Médio em Consonância com as Mudanças do PNLD: A Desarticulação de Conceitos Científicos na Disciplina de Química
Authors: Rodrigues Angela Daiane de Lima , Dantas Josivânia Marisa
Published: September 2024

No âmbito do Plano Nacional do Livro Didático (PNLD) de 2018, os livros concernentes à área de Ciências da Natureza eram divididos por disciplinas: Química, Física e Biologia. Após a reforma do Novo Ensino Médio (NEM), o PNLD de 2021 prevê a junção dessas disciplinas em um único livro didático. Assim, examinou-se, de modo articulado, a disposição de conceitos científicos presentes nos livros de Química do PNLD do ano 2018 (pré-reforma), em comparação com os livros de Ciências da Natureza aprovados pelo PNLD em 2021 (pós-reforma), no intuito de evidenciar as mudanças decorrentes do NEM para a área e as possíveis implicações dessas alterações no Ensino de Química, resultantes dessa nova organização curricular. Como opção metodológica, foi utilizada a abordagem qualitativa de cunho documental, perfazendo um estudo de natureza exploratória. Para isso, foram selecionadas, para análise, duas coleções de livros aprovadas pelo PNLD em 2018 e 2021. A análise de conteúdo foi utilizada como método analítico. Utilizaram-se quatro categorias como parâmetros, sendo duas a priori, abordagem conceitual simples e abordagem conceitual ampla; e duas a posteriori, abordagem parcialmente simples e abordagem parcialmente ampla. A predominância da categoria conceitual ampla no ano 2018, contrastada com a notável redução dessa categoria nos exemplares de 2021, sugere a necessidade de investigações mais aprofundadas em outras unidades temáticas e coleções de Ciências da Natureza. Tais estudos poderiam reunir evidências adicionais sobre a falta de conceitos científicos fundamentais, os quais podem ter impacto na formação cidadã dos estudantes no contexto do Novo Ensino Médio.
Efectos de los Riesgos Psicosociales en las Empresas Mexicanas
Authors: López Granados Nancy Ivetté , López de Jesús Jasmin
Published: September 2024

Los Riesgos Psicosociales se generan cuando el entorno laboral es inadecuado para el bienestar y la seguridad de cada trabajador, dichos riesgos pueden afectar la integridad y la salud del que los padece. Existen diversos tipos de riesgos entre los cuales está el abuso, los conflictos trabajo-familia, la violencia y el estrés, estos riesgos pueden causar enfermedades cardiacas y del sistema nervioso, también pueden afectar la salud mental de los trabajadores. Es necesario resaltar que todas las empresas deben identificar a tiempo los factores que provocan riesgos psicosociales en las empresas, estos factores a tomar en cuenta pueden ser la comunicación ineficiente, el tiempo de trabajo, el entorno, la inseguridad y los problemas personales, al identificar estos factores se puede prevenir un riesgo psicosocial que perjudique la salud de los trabajadores y el crecimiento de las empresas mexicanas. En México la NOM-035 establece criterios que regulan los riesgos psicosociales y en ella se establecen derechos y obligaciones que debe cumplir tanto el  patrón como el trabajador.
Marketing Digital: Satisfacción al cliente y características de los consumidores digitales
Authors: Hernández Lopez Christian Ahuizotl , Ortiz Zarco Eusebio
Published: September 2024

El marketing ha evolucionado a fuertes pasos a lo largo de las últimas décadas, en especial por la incorporación de nuevas herramientas tecnológicas que han surgido en gran medida a consecuencia de avances tecnológicos; los clientes han evolucionado hacia los procesos de digitalización y por ende, la satisfacción que perciben tiene respuesta en la capacidad de las empresas para poder incorporar de manera eficiente los procesos tecnológicos y de digitalización en las dimensiones que los clientes perciben y evalúan satisfactorias. Se realiza un modelo econométrico probabilístico que determina las dimensiones que más resultan relevantes entre las que se incluyen la seguridad, la accesibilidad y el proceso de atención personalizada por parte de las empresas. Los resultados resultan consistentes con las dimensiones que la literatura especifica como relevantes en la satisfacción al cliente. Así mismo se caracteriza a los clientes digitales, los cuales a diferencia de décadas pasadas tienen un profundo componente tecnológico en su actuar.
Unraveling the Mystery: How High Density Lipoprotein ‘Good’ Cholesterol Goes ‘Bad’?
Authors: Arslantürk Oğuz , Aydın Ahmet , Gümüş Fatih , Aydın Kübra , Zeybek Dilara , Canpınar Hande , Güvener Murat
Published: September 2024

Background: In recent years, research has highlighted the importance of Lectin-like oxidized low-density lipoprotein receptor-1 (LOX-1) in the progression of atherosclerosis, particularly its interaction with high-density lipoprotein (HDL). Our study aimed to explore the role of dysfunctional High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) in binding to Lectin-like oxidized low-density lipoprotein receptor-1 (LOX-1) among patients with Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) and its implications for the advancement of atherosclerosis.

Methods: We enrolled twenty-one patients who underwent multivessel CABG using internal mammary artery (IMA), radial artery (RA), and saphenous vein (SV) grafts between November 2019 and April 2020. Using CD31 to identify endothelial cells, we evaluated LOX-1 expression in all cultured cells.

Results: Our study comprised 21 patients, including 17 (80.9%) males and 4 (19.04%) females. We observed a significant positive correlation between HDL and LOX-1+ expression in specimens extracted from all types of grafts (SV, r=0.60; RA, r=0.48; IMA, r=0.53). Approximately 28% of the variation in LOX-1+ expression for IMA (F=7.03; p
“Apendiks Müsinöz Neoplazi Hastalarında Klinik Deneyimimiz” İsimli Makaleye Editör Mektubu
Authors: Sayar Ceren , Umudum Haldun
Published: September 2024

İlgili makalede diğer tümörler ile birlikte gözlenen apendiks müsinöz neoplazmlarını (AMN) sayısının çokluğu dikkat çekicidir. Bu durumu literatür eşliğinde değerlendirmeyi amaçladık. Makalede retrospektif olarak AMN’leri gözden geçirmişlerdir. Bu serideki gözlemlere göre, otuzbeş olgudan beşinde (%14,2) apendiks dışında da tümör bulunmaktadır. Bunların üçü over, ikisi ise mide kaynaklı tümörlerdir.
Pengembangan Media Video Animasi Ayo Jaga Lingkungan Untuk Mengenalkan Karakter Peduli Lingkungan Anak Usia Dini
Authors: A Farid Syahirah , Masykuroh Khusniyati
Published: September 2024

Media pembelajaran yang mendukung anak untuk mengenalkan karakter peduli lingkungan masih sedikit terlihat dari studi pendahuluan yang dilakukan pada salah satu TK di Bekasi. Selaanjutnya peneliti akan mengembangkan video animasi untuk menjadikan salah satu solusi untuk media pem belajaran yang akan digunakan. Penelitian ini bertujuan agar menumbuhkan kesadaran anak untuk menjaga lingkungan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yaitu model penelitian ADDIE. Penelitian ini diujikan oleh 1 ahli materi PAUD, 1 ahli materi media animasi, 1 ahli bahasa, dan 2 orang guru. Yang menghasilkan rata-rata presentase sebesar 90% dengan kriteria sangat valid. Berdasarkan hasil tersebut video animasi ayo jaga lingkungan untuk mengenalkan karakter peduli lingkungan anak usia dini termasuk kategori layak untuk digunakan sebagai media pembelajaran.
The INFLUENCE OF TEACHER COMPETENCY ON STUDENTS' LEARNING INTEREST
Authors: Umam Khoirul Umam , Sulaeman Maryam , Marlina Yuli
Published: September 2024

The conditions in the world of education, particularly in the role of teachers as teaching staff, have failed to meet expectations for teachers with competence in their field to realize the dream of national education goals in creating students with achievements and character who can make the community, nation, and state proud. The purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of Teacher Competency on Interest in Learning, determine how much influence Teacher Competency has on Interest in Learning, and examine techniques for enhancing students' interest in learning through Teacher Competency. The method employed is descriptive analysis, including random sampling and data gathering techniques that include observation and documentation. Meanwhile, the data analysis strategy employs the product moment correlation method. The research results showed that the correlation coefficient was 0.785, or 78.5%, while the termination coefficient was 0.617 or 61.7%.
Kajian Kualitas Buah Salak Sidimpuan Berdasarkan Jumlah Biji Pada Elevasi Yang Berbeda
Authors: Ritonga Rahmawati , Adelina Rasmita , Sartika Dewi , Nasution Yusriani
Published: September 2024

Perbedaan morfologi antara jenis-jenis salak terkadang terlihat mencolok, misalnya mengenai jumlah biji dalam satu buah salak serta ukuran buahnya. Ada buah  salak yang terdiri dari 1 biji,2 biji dan 3 biji. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kualitas buah Salak Sidimpuan berdasarkan jumlah biji pada dataran rendah (<400 m dpl dan mengetahui kualitas buah Salak Sidimpuan berdasarkan jumlah biji pada dataran tinggi (>800 m dpl) serta mengetahui perbandingan kualitas buah salak sidimpuan berdasarkan elevasi yang berbeda. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di pertanaman Salak di Kabupaten Tapanuli Selatan dengan 2 (dua) Lokasi yang berbeda yaitu berdasarkan elevasi yang berbeda pada dataran rendah yaitu < 400 m dpl dan pada dataran tinggi > 800 m dpl dimulai pada bulan Juli sampai Agustus 2024.Hasil penelitian ini adalah kualitas buah salak sidimpuan berdasarkan jumlah biji (Biji satu, biji dua, biji tiga) pada dataran rendah < 400 m dpl memberikan pengaruh yang nyata pada semua parameter seperti pengamatan bobot buah total, bobot daging buah, bobot biji, persentase daging buah dan kandungan padatan terlarut. Kualitas buah salak sidimpuan berdasarkan jumlah biji (Biji satu, biji dua, biji tiga) pada dataran tinggi > 800 m dpl memberikan pengaruh yang nyata pada parameter pengamatan bobot buah total dan bobot daging buah, sedangkan bobot biji buah, persentase daging buah dan kandungan padatan terlarut tidak memberikan pengaruh nyata.
Dampak Alih Fungsi Lahan Terhadap Sifat Fisika Ultisol Di Nagari Muaro Bodi, Kabupaten Sijunjung
Authors: N Sandi , Z Naspendra , Juniarti Juniarti , A M Hendra , T N Novidra
Published: September 2024

Penggunaan sistem tebang bakar dalam melakukan alih fungsi menyebabkan terjadinya perubahan pada sifat fisika tanah. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji perubahan sifat fisika tanah pada lahan karet yang dialih fungsikan ke lahan jagung dengan menggunakan sistem tebang bakar. Metoda yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode survey dengan pengambilan sampel secara purposive random sampling pada dua kedalaman tanah yaitu 0 – 20 cm dan 20–40 cm. Sampel yang diambil berdasarkan tiga penggunaan lahan yaitu lahan karet, lahan yang dibakar, dan lahan yang telah ditanami kembali dengan jagung. Parameter yang dianalisis adalah tekstur, berat volume tanah, ruang pori total, dan permeabilitas. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sifat  tanah pada lahan karet sebelum dialih fungsikan lebih baik dibandingkan dengan lahan jagung setelah tebang bakar. Tekstur tanah pada ketiga penggunaan lahan tersebut termasuk dalam kelas tekstur lempung berdebu hingga liat. Kandungan bahan organik tanah tertinggi berada pada lahan karet sebesar 4,92 % di kedalaman 0-20 cm. BV tertinggi terdapat pada lahan jagung (1,47 g/cm3) pada kedalaman 20-40 cm, dan TRP tertinggi terdapat pada lahan karet. mencapai baku mutu tanah sedang (65%) pada kedalaman 0 hingga 20 cm dan nilai permeabilitas tanah tertinggi (5,15 cm/jam) pada lahan karet dengan kriteria sedang pada kedalaman 0 hingga 20 cm.
Pengaruh Bahan Asal Setek Dan Jenis Pupuk Kandang Terhadap Pertumbuhan Bibit Nilam Varietas Aceh (Pogostemon cablin Benth)
Authors: Fauzi Novyanda , Iswahyudi Iswahyudi , Marnita Yenni
Published: September 2024

Nilam adalah salah satu tanaman yang menghasilkan minyak esensial. Perkembangan budidaya nilam memiliki prospek bisnis yang sangat menjanjikan, sehingga perlu memperhatikan teknik budidaya yang dilakukan agar pertumbuhan dan produksi tanaman nilam optimal. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh setek dan jenis pupuk kandang terhadap pertumbuhan bibit nilam Aceh dan interaksi antara keduanya.  Penelitian ini menggunakan group random design faktorial yang terdiri dari 2 faktor. Faktor pertama adalah bahan asal setek yang terdiri dari 3 taraf: B1 (bagian atas), B2 (bagian tengah) dan B3 (bagian bawah), dan faktor kedua jenis pupuk kandang, terdiri dari 3 tingkatan, yaitu: K1 (kotoran ayam), K2 (kotoran kambing) dan K3 (kotoran sapi).  Parameter yang diamati meliputi: tinggi tunas, jumlah tunas, jumlah daun dan luas daun pada usia 28, 42, dan 56 HST, persentase pertumbuhan, dan hari kuncup muncul. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlakuan asal stek memiliki efek yang sangat nyata terhadap tinggi pucuk umur 28 dan 42 HST, jumlah pucuk dan jumlah daun berumur 28 HST. Ini memiliki efek nyata pada ketinggian tunas berusia 56 HST, dan jumlah tunas berusia 42 HST.  Hasil terbaik diperoleh pada perlakuan B2 (bagian tengah). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perlakuan pupuk kandang memiliki efek yang sangat nyata terhadap jumlah daun pada usia 56 HST.
HANUMANDHOKA DURBAR SQUARE: ENGAGING COMMUNITY AND SUSTAINABLE PRESERVATION IN A LIVING MUSEUM
Authors: Nyaupane Pashupati
Published: September 2024

Comprehensive investigation focuses on Hanumandhoka Durbar Square in Kathmandu, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a living museum with a wealth of artistic, architectural, and historical significance. The research emphasizes the site's mythical, religious, and cultural significance as well as how it has shaped traditions and practices. One of the key objectives of the research is to examine how Hanumandhoka can preserve its original while improving to become a unique museum. The research employs an interdisciplinary methodology to investigate how contemporary advancement might coexist with the conservation of cultural heritage. The methodology incorporates qualitative research techniques including field observations, interviews, and archival research with an ethnological approach. Stakeholder theory and cultural evolutionary theory were applied to analyze the interaction between the community and the evolving cultural practices within the site. The findings highlight that to ensure that the local population actively engages in the protection and promotion of cultural assets, community engagement has to be prioritized in preservation approaches. Furthermore, educational initiatives and environmentally conscious tourism practices are essential to maintaining Hanumandhoka sustainability as a cultural heart.
SIGNIFICANCE OF CULTURE STUDIES IN ENGLISH LITERATURE
Authors: Sreevarsha. G
Published: September 2024

The field of cultural studies has significantly influenced English literature, offering a multifaceted lens through which literary texts are examined and understood in their cultural, historical, and social contexts. This study explores the significance of cultural studies in English literature, focusing on its contributions to understanding identity, power structures, representation, race, gender, and the intersections of various socio-political influences on literary production. By analyzing literature through the frameworks of cultural studies, this research aims to highlight how texts both shape and are shaped by the cultures from which they emerge. The study discusses the evolution of cultural studies, its current trends, and the implications for future research in literary studies.
GENDER SENSITIZATION THROUGH LITERATURE – NEW APPROACHES
Authors: Sreevarsha. G.
Published: September 2024

Gender sensitization has emerged as a critical societal need, especially in contexts marked by gender inequity and discrimination. Literature, as a potent tool of reflection and resistance, plays a significant role in fostering gender awareness. This study explores how literary works, both historical and contemporary, contribute to gender sensitization by breaking gender stereotypes, questioning patriarchal norms, and promoting equality. By examining various genres, such as fiction, poetry, and essays from diverse cultural backgrounds, the study emphasizes the capacity of literature to challenge societal norms and create new approaches to gender equality. Through this exploration, the research aims to highlight the power of narrative in influencing attitudes and promoting social change, paving the way for deeper gender awareness and equality.
ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF CUSTOMER AWARENESS ON GREEN BANKING PRACTICES IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTOR BANKS IN KARNATAKA
Authors: Suresh J  , S. Pratap
Published: September 2024

Green banking which integrates the environmental sustainability into financial services has gained prominence as a means for banks to contribute to sustainable development. The research employs a quantitative survey to assess how customer awareness influences the implementation of green banking initiatives. A sample of 400 customers and 40 bank managers from both public and private sector banks was selected to provide a comprehensive analysis. The findings indicate that customer awareness is a significant driver of green banking adoption across both sectors. Private sector banks characterized by higher technological innovation and customer-centric approaches and demonstrates a stronger correlation between customer awareness and the adoption of green practices associated to public sector banks. However, public sector banks with their broader reach the potentiality to lead the green banking movement, particularly in rural areas, despite facing challenges related to legacy systems and resource limitations. The study concludes that enhancing customer awareness and engagement is a crucial for advancing green banking practices. Banks that prioritize sustainability and effectively communicate the benefits of green banking to their customers are likely to gain a competitive advantage. The present study focuses on Assessing the Impact of Customer Awareness on Green Banking Practices in Public and Private Sector Banks in Karnataka to offers valuable insights for policymakers, banks, and stakeholders aiming to promote environmental sustainability within the financial sector.
PARENTAL INFLUENCE ON CHILDREN'S FAST-FOOD CHOICES: A STUDY OF FAMILY DECISION-MAKING
Authors: Lakra Rakshit , Singh Priyanka
Published: September 2024

Concerns about obesity and lifestyle diseases have increased as children eat more fast food. Parents influence children's eating patterns, especially fast-food selections. This study explores family decision-making processes to determine parental influence on children's fast-food habits. We surveyed 5–15-year-old families to determine how parental supervision, socioeconomic conditions, and family dynamics affect children's diets. Data were collected using structured questionnaires and analysed using descriptive and inferential statistics in this quantitative study. While parental influence is significant, children's preferences and external effects like peer pressure and marketing can influence fast food choices. The study found that parental supervision and public health programs can help kids eat healthier. Parents, schools, and legislators are advised to help youngsters make healthier eating choices.
PORTRAYAL OF WOMEN'S ASPIRATIONS AND STRUGGLE IN ANITA NAIR'S LESSONS IN FORGETTING
Authors: P Starlin Judith Venibha  , Godsen Raeshma
Published: September 2024

Literature is one of the most accessible sources of information about the cultural, social and socio-political history of the society. This paper focuses on the aspirations and struggle of women portrayed in the novel ‘Lessons in Forgetting’ by Anita Nair. This novel deals with the suppression, subordination, Betrayal in relationship, aspirations, struggle and seeking individuality of women in contemporary society. This article attempts to explore how aspirations and struggle help people to overcome from the predicament and to establish one’s identity.Anita Nair is a popular Indian postmodern English writer. She is considered to be bold and straight forward writer; Anita Nair exhibits confidence in tackling new themes and experiments with new techniques. Her novels depict the real life of her characters without hiding anything from the readers and she reveals the effect of social conditioning on women and how they survive in the patriarchal society and find solution to come out from their suffering especially, This novel has a strong feminine flavor where the author portrays her female protagonist as strong, determined in the same hand. She has stressed about marriage being an integral part of a woman’s life or no one cares about it. She is concerned with the studies, family, love and striving for fame and fortunes. She has portrayed such a life in this novel.
A case study on reducing language anxiety and enhancing speaking skills through online conversation lessons
Authors: Tabuchi Kanako , Kobayashi Sho , Fukuda Steve T. , Nakagawa Yuya
Published: September 2024

Second language learners, particularly those with lower proficiency, often struggle with insufficient practice and heightened anxiety when speaking. This case study investigates the impact of one-onone online conversation lessons on a university student’s speaking skills and language anxiety. The participant, a university student with low proficiency in the target language, engaged in eight online lessons. Quantitative measurements of speaking skills and anxiety levels were taken using pre- and post-tests. Results indicated that the online lessons effectively improved the participant’s speaking abilities and reduced their anxiety. Qualitative analysis of lesson and interview transcripts highlighted specific factors contributing to these changes, such as the role of feedback. This study adds to the field of technology in language learning by demonstrating the potential of online conversation lessons with corrective feedback as an effective individual learning modality for lower-level second language learners.
Leadership for inclusion: Navigating the evolving landscape of the FET sector in Ireland
Authors: Mellon Conor , Archer Carrie
Published: September 2024

Abstract
The Further Education and Training (FET) sector in Ireland offers a significant level of diversity, in student population, level of study, and form of delivery. As such, inclusive provision is crucial to the sector’s success as a viable learning pathway. Key to this process is the work of leaders, as there is ample evidence of their impact on effective inclusive policy and practice. The vast majority of existing research in this area has focused on primary, post-primary and higher education sectors with an evident lack of such work in FET. This project addresses this gap, illuminating perspectives and practices around leadership for inclusion in Irish FET settings, based on first-hand accounts from senior leaders. Five leaders in a range of FET settings participated in an exploratory qualitative inquiry with two researchers. The findings reveal a common conceptualisation of inclusion as rights-based and far-reaching where leaders are evidently committed to fully including all members of their respective populations. Leaders acknowledge their own role in modelling inclusive practice, but somewhat dichotomously highlight a lack of visibility around inclusive teaching and learning. Finally, they acknowledge that FET’s diminished status in comparison to other sectors has resulted in difficulties around gaining and employing supports for learners, but they also demonstrate a belief that this same status has undergone a sense of renewal in recent times.
University leadership within the neoliberal agenda: Reframing the landscape through a principled leadership approach
Authors: Blanchard Sharon
Published: September 2024

This article emerged from a doctoral study that explored Nova Scotia university leaders’ leadership beliefs and values, and change agency approaches. “Principled leadership” was conceptualized as an expansion of authentic leadership theory and involved – authenticity (identity), spirituality, and love (an ethic of care). Principled leadership was examined as a possible approach which could facilitate successful change agency. The leader-participants included university presidents, vice-presidents, directors, and deans. A key finding was that leaders were operating within a conceptualization of authenticity. They held honesty, integrity, and trust as critical to their change agency. Another finding was that principled leadership offered an antidote to the depredations on positive leadership resulting from neoliberalism that has seriously impacted Canadian higher education. This study raised questions surrounding the nature of authentic leadership and identity; that is, the core of authenticity is knowing oneself and being true to one’s own values, but what if a leader has “drunk the Kool-Aid of neoliberalism” thereby truly believes that their top-down, autocratic (or destructive leadership) approach was ‘efficient’ (a neoliberal tenet) and crucial to organizational effectiveness and change agency. Can they still be considered authentic leaders? Thus, this study indicated that principled leadership was a useful expansion of Avolio and his colleagues’ authentic leadership theory.
Designing an Electronic Blood Analysis System
Authors: Ali Ameer Sameer Hamood Mohammed
Published: September 2024

Background:
The primary use of this tool is to assist in calibrating the degree of clinical suspicion for a diagnosis, aiding in either confirming or excluding it. Additionally, it is employed for the purpose of illness monitoring. The amount of clinical suspicion and the probability of a specific test result might be positively associated in practical terms.
Materials and Methods:
The proposed method used to build the website is Visual Studio 2015 with SQL server Database to provide the possibility of electronic interaction and communication between the patient and the laboratory official, through prior online reservation and it is possible to create an account for the patient as well, allowing him to access information about blood analysis within the laboratory as well as the ability to print the report in the form of a paper report.
Results:
The proposed system website provides the ability to test blood for eight of the common blood test methods, represented by the following tests: Knowing the blood type (ABO), white blood cell count (WBC) / red blood cell number, platelet count, erythrocyte sedimentation time (ESR), estimation of hemoclopane (HB) to sixth experiment, hematocrit determination (PVC), The seventh experiment measured bleeding time (BTE).
Conclusion:
The current study is able to provide fast, accurate, and detailed analysis of blood samples without the need for manual processing and it leads to cost savings for healthcare facilities in the long run.