bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluating Pakistan's Climate Change Strategies: Challenges and Shortcomings
Authors: Rasheed Shagufta , Tabasam Nazia , Hassan Sarfraz , Fatima Almazea
Published: January 2025

Climate change is a reality, and it is destructive to Pakistan and the entire world. Climate change is a real threat to all facets of sustainable development. It impacts all sectors, including agricultural and food, water and energy, forests and their living beings, the coastal and marine systems, and increase in frequency coupled with severity of climate calamities such as floods and droughts. Thus, Pakistan has experienced this problem regularly and, in order to solve this, the National Climate Change Policy was created in 2012 and enacted in 2013. But it does encourage more analysis and assessments to identify any missed or unimplemented policy measures, to examine more rigorously the adopted policy measures, and to ensure their proper application. This article examines the impact of the present and future climate change in Pakistan, and presents a critical overview of the challenges and obstacles to the implementation of climate change policies in this country. This article focuses on the policy implementation barriers that result in poor adaptation and enhanced risk of exposure to extreme vulnerabilities, based on experiences in Pakistan. The study also highlights the nature of this problem and recommends a closer examination of the prerequisites of engagement in climate decision-making for better understanding and implementation of adaptation practices in de-centralized governance.
Transforming AI Chatbots for a Brainstorming Teaching Technique of Process Writing
Authors: Karanjakwut Chalermsup , Charunsri Kamonwan
Published: January 2025

This study investigated the impact of AI-driven brainstorming tools on process writing instruction and students' writing outcomes in the context of third-year Thai university students. A mixed-methods approach was employed to examine the effectiveness of AI-driven brainstorming tools, foreign English lecturers' preferences and comments towards AI-generated brainstorming results, students' preferences for specific AI chatbots, and the perceived challenges and facilitative factors experienced by students. The findings revealed that the intervention group using AI tools significantly outperformed the conventional group on two out of three assignments (People: p = .002; Things: p < .001), with ChatGPT emerging as the most popular AI chatbot (78.8%). Foreign English lecturers acknowledged the AI chatbots' strengths but preferred students' brainstorming results. Overreliance on AI for idea generation was identified as the most concerning challenge (M = 4.62), while enhanced creativity (M = 4.53) and increased idea generation (M = 4.51) were the most appreciated facilitative factors. The study demonstrates the potential of AI-driven brainstorming tools to revolutionize process writing instruction and highlights the importance of striking a balance between leveraging AI benefits and fostering students' independent thinking and creativity skills.
Paisaje y patrimonio cultural de la Chinantla
Authors: González Soriano Fabricio , Núñez Núñez Marcos , Flores Chávez Luis Enrique
Published: January 2025

La Chinantla es una región étnica que se encuentra al norte del estado de Oaxaca. La documentación fotográfica de ésta se ha constituido principalmente de imágenes de tipo etnográfico y antropológico, resultado de trabajos de investigación llevados a cabo en la primera mitad del siglo XX. De ahí en fuera el registro de imágenes de esta provincia es muy puntual sobre temas y localidades, está disperso y corresponde a distintos momentos e intereses. Este trabajo es un esfuerzo por lograr un registro visual actualizado de diversos aspectos culturales de la Chinantla. Las imágenes que aquí se presentan son una selección dentro de un acervo fotográfico amplio, producto del trabajo de campo de más de 5 años en distintos puntos del territorio de esta cultura originaria, que tiene la intención de ser una muestra de las expresiones de su patrimonio cultural inmaterial.
An Empirical Study of Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) and the Economic Growth of Cross River State
Authors: I. J. Ogah, , R. I. Adie,
Published: January 2025

The study empirically examined the effect of internally generat-ed revenue on the economic growth of Cross River State. The specific objectives were to examine the effect of taxes, licenses and school charges on the economic growth of Cross River State using GDP as a proxy. The data for this study were gathered from secondary sources using reports of the ministries, depart-ments and agencies of government. The study employed ordinary least square multiple regression techniques to establish the ef-fect of independent variables such as taxes, licenses, and school charges on the dependent variable which is economic growth. Based on the result, the following findings were made: there was a positive and insignificant effect of taxes on the economic growth of Cross River State, there was a negative and significant effect of licenses on the economic growth of Cross River State, and there was a positive and insignificant effect of school charges on the economic growth of Cross River State. The study recommended that the government should increase her revenue in order to fund the capital expenditure of the state. Government should diversify its economy and explore the non-oil sector of the state economy especially so as to correct the disparity be-tween revenue and expenditure and reduce the attendant budget deficit witnessed over the years.
Ownership and Compulsory Acquisition under Customary Land Tenure in South-West Nigeria: A Legal and Socio-Cultural Analysis
Authors: R. A. Adeogun, , O. O. Simeon,
Published: January 2025

The current research seeks to explore the concept of ownership and compulsory acquisition of land under customary land tenure regime in South-West Nigeria with explicit reference to the legal and cultural contexts. The study focuses on the nature and the system of customary land tenure, as well as the impact of statutory compulsory acquisition and compensation regimes. Collectively, data was obtained through interviews with community leaders, land owners and legal professionals, using a qualitative research approach, as well as through a doctrinal analysis of statutes, laws and customs. The analysis provides evidence of discrepancies in the statutory and customary land laws concerning tenure, and security and compensation. This exercise usually comes with the word compulsory, and given that customary landowners rarely have formal documents backing up their land ownership rights, they find themselves in a very vulnerable situation. This study identified that compensation mechanisms genuinely failed to address the economic, cultural, and spiritual loss inherent in land, which sustained community concerns. Moreover, a high level of gender disparity still exists in the country; for example, women cannot benefit from statutory laws, nor are they protected in accordance with customary laws. According to the study, there is a need to reform and put in place appropriate legislation, adopt new measures to bring customary land rights into statutory measures, and allocate funds towards compensation and for the enhancement of participatory governance.
Colecistite Aguda Alitiásica Associada a Malária Grave – Relato de um Caso Clínico
Authors: Oliveira Teresa , Dinis Ana Clara , Narciso Sofia , Pereira Tiago , Catorze Nuno
Published: January 2025

Apresentamos aqui um caso de um jovem de 29 anos com diagnóstico de malária grave internado no Serviço de Medicina Intensiva. Estava sob tratamento com dihidrocloridrato de quinina e doxiciclina, quando, ao quarto dia, desenvolveu um quadro agudo de colecistite alitiásica. Foi efetuado tratamento conservador com antibioterapia e o doente evoluiu favoravelmente. Complicações gastrointestinais associadas a malaria são comuns, no entanto, a colecistite aguda alitiasica associada a malária é uma complicação extremamente rara, pouco descrita na literatura e cuja evolução pode ser catastrófica.
Evaluasi Mengulum Es Batu dan Fruit Frozen terhadap Rasa Haus pada Pasien Congestive Heart Failure yang Menjalani Retriksi Cairan
Authors: Satti Yunita Carolina , Irwandy Fransisco
Published: January 2025

Pembatasan cairan pada pasien Congestive Heart Failure, sering menimbulkan rasa haus yang hebat. Rasa haus yang ditimbulkan dari program retriksi cairan pada pasien CHF, dapat diatasi dengan perangsangan saliva untuk menjaga mukosa mulut tetap lembab dan mengurangi keluhan rasa haus. Untuk mengurangi rasa haus dari pasien CHF salah satu cara yang dapat dilakukan adalah mengulum es batu dan fruit frozen.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membandingkan perbedaan rasa haus pada pasien CHF yang mengulum es batu dan mengulum frozen fruit. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan pendekatan kuasi experiment dengan desain pre and post test with control group. Lokasi penelitian akan dilakukan di RSUD Labuang Baji Makassar.  Partisipan dipilih dengan menggunakan tehnik Consecutive Sampling. Instrumen yang digunakan VAS atau Visual Analog scale. Hasil Analisa dengan mengguanakan Uji Mann whitney menunjukan bahwa nilai mean rank pada mengulum es batu sebesar 8,4 dan pada kelompok frozen fruit sebesar 22,7. Ada perbedaan yang signifikan antara selisih penurunan intensitas rasa haus pada kelompok mengulum es batu dan frozen fruit. Dimana selisih rata-rata penurunan rasa haus pada kelompok es batu lebih besar dari pada kelompok mengulum frozen fruit. Hasil uji Mann whitney juga menunjukan pada 0,000 (p < 0,05), dapat di simpulkan bahwa ada perbedaan efektifitas mengulum es batu dan frozen fruit terhadap rasa haus pada pasien Congestive Heart Failure yang menjalani program restriksi cairan di Rumah Sakit Stella Maris Makassar.
PengaruhTerapi Doa Kristiani Terhadap Tingkat Kecemasan Pasien
Authors: Niman Susanti , Silvana Angelina Resti , Hardjanti, CB Sr. Therese Maura
Published: January 2025

Pasien yang menjalani perawatan di ruang rawat inap seringkali mengalami kekuatiran terkait dengan rasa sakit, kegelisahan, potensi untuk meninggal, dan resiko terhadap keselamatan fisik. Ansietas yang dialami pasien harus diintervensi agar tidak mempengaruhi kesejahteraan psikologis. Intervensi ansietas dapat dilakukan mandiri oleh perawat dalam bentuk terapi spiritual: doa Kristiani. Penelitian bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh terapi doa Kristiani terhadap tingkat kecemasan pada pasien rawat inap. Penelitian dilakukan menggunakan quasi eksperimen pada 23 responden dirawat inap, beragama Kristen dan Katolik dan mengalami kecemasan. Responden dipilih secara purposive sampling. Kuesioner Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS) digunakan untuk mengukur ansietas dan  intervensi terapi doa Kristiani dengan modul doa diberikanselama 10-15 menit dalam 4 kali pertemuan. 23 responden diberikan terapi doa Kristiani dengan jenis kelamin perempuan berjumlah 16 responden(69,6%). Mean kecemasan sebelum pemberian intervensi adalah 21,17 dan sesudah intervensi doa adalah 5,39. Hasil uji Wilcoxon Rank Sumada pengaruh terapi doa Kristiani terhadap tingkat kecemasan (p-value 0,0005). Terdapat perbedaan signifikan secara statistik antara kecemasan sebelum dan sesudah dilakukan terapi doa Kristiani. Intervensi terapi doa Kristiani dapat membantu pasien mengelola kecemasan saat dirawat inap.  Modul doa dapat digunakan oleh perawat dalam memberikan pendampingan pasien rawat inap yang beragama Kristen dan Katolik yang mengalami kecemasan.
Soft tissue augmentation with Sub Epithelial Connective Tissue Graft (SECTG) around Peri-implant mucosal dehiscence –A Case Report
Authors: Arrvind Arthy , Kumar Sharma Vivek , Kumar Yadav Pramod
Published: January 2025

Peri-implant mucosal dehiscence poses a significant challenge in dental implantology, im-pacting both the aesthetic and functional outcomes of implant-supported prosthesis. This case report details the management of peri-implant mucosal dehiscence through soft tissue augmentation, highlighting the procedural approach and outcomes. A 23-year-old female patient wanted replacement of a mobile non-vital tooth in the upper front tooth region. Clinical assessment indicated insufficient soft tissue volume; a thin gingival biotype and RT1 type recession. Peri-implant mucosal dehiscence resulted following implant place-ment. A Sub-epithelial Connective Tissue Graft (SECTG) was selected to augment the peri-implant mucosa. A six-month post-operative follow-up indicated notable improvement in the peri-implant soft tissue volume and coverage of nearly 95% was achieved with no com-plications. This case report underscores the effectiveness of connective tissue grafting in managing peri-implant mucosal dehiscence. Comprehensive assessment, meticulous surgi-cal technique, and diligent post-operative care were critical to the successful outcome.
La espacialización del tiempo en Kant. Una perspectiva bergsoniana
Authors: Negrete Castañeda Juan
Published: January 2025

La crítica que Bergson dirige a Kant es bien conocida, así sea superficialmente: Kant habría “espacializado” el tiempo, comprendiéndolo en términos de espacio perdiendo de vista al tiempo verdadero, a la “duración”. Desgraciadamente, como si la validez de su crítica fuese evidente, o como si su comprobación fuese dejada como algún tipo de ejercicio al lector, Bergson jamás escribió un estudio riguroso de la Crítica de la razón pura. La única manera de realizar tal ejercicio de comprobación debe consistir en un análisis del texto de Kant. ¿Es la primera Crítica realmente culpable de “espacializar” el tiempo? En caso de serlo, ¿cómo y por qué lo hace? Y, ¿cuáles son las repercusiones que se desprenden de ello? Para responder a estas preguntas se torna necesaria una lectura de la Estética y Analítica trascendentales desde una perspectiva bergsoniana con el fin de descubrir hasta qué punto -atendiendo a los argumentos del mismo Kant- es certera la crítica de Bergson.
The Effects of Psychological Well-being on Grit in Pre-service Early Childhood Teachers: The Moderating Effects of Communication Competence
Authors:   Korea Assoc Child-centered Pract, Gu Mun-Seon , Lee Sang-Mi
Published: January 2025

This study investigated the relationship between pre-service early childhood teachers' psychological well-being, communication competence, and grit, as well as examined the moderating role of communication competence in the relationship between psychological well-being and grit. To this end, data were collected from 426 students in early childhood education-related departments across 11 universities in Seoul, Gyeonggi-do, and Chungnam, ranging from first to third year. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson's correlation analysis, and PROCESS Macro Model 1. As a result of the study, first, pre-service early childhood teachers demonstrated relatively high levels of psychological well-being, communication competence, and grit. Second, the psychological well-being of pre-service early childhood teachers was found to have a positive correlation with grit, the psychological well-being and communication competence were also found to have a positive correlation with communication competence and grit. Third, it was found that communication competence had a moderating effect on the psychological well-being of pre-service early childhood teachers on grit. These findings suggest the importance of psychological well-being and communication competence in fostering grit among pre-service early childhood teachers, providing valuable insights for designing training programs aimed at supporting their grit development in the future.
Tribal Society in the Era of Globalization
Authors: Jat Arjun Lal
Published: January 2025

In the contemporary world, the idea of globalization has become an essential condition for the development of nations, despite its many significant flaws. The concept of globalization gained traction as a "global family," driven by the needs or self-interest of nations, compelling them to refocus on developing and poorer countries after the colonial exploitation era. Even an increasingly aware and informed world has been lured by the appealing notion of a "global village," epitomizing globalization's deceptive charm. Globalization has profoundly influenced every aspect of human society. Developed nations, driven by self-serving motives, have targeted the vast untapped markets of underprivileged communities to sell surplus consumer goods, ushering in a new era of transformation across social, economic, political, and cultural domains in various communities. This process initiated fresh chapters of economic, social, cultural, political, and educational interconnections among nations, characterized by self-centered proximity within this system.
Abstract in Hindi Language: समसामयिक विश्व में ग्लोबलाइजेशन का विचार कई गम्भीर खामियों के बावजूद देशों के विकास की अनिवार्य शर्त बनता जा रहा है। आधुनिक विश्व में ग्लोबलाइजेशन अवधारणा का प्रचार वैश्विक कुटुम्ब के रूप में हुआ  विश्व के राष्ट्रों की आवश्यकता या स्वार्थ ने आखिरकार औपनिवेशिककालीन शोषण काल के पश्चात विकासशील व गरीब देशों की ओर एक बार पुनः रुख करने को बाध्य किया । जागरूक व समझदार होते विश्व को भी किस प्रकार झाँसे में लिया जा सकता है “वैश्वीकरण” का यह लुभावना वैश्विक गाँव का नारा इसका प्रत्यक्ष उदाहरण है। वैश्वीकरण ने मानव समाज के प्रत्येक पहलू को गहराई से प्रभावित किया है। विकसित राष्ट्रों द्वारा स्वार्थपूर्ण उद्देश्य को लक्षित करते हुए स्वयं की अतिरिक्त मात्रा की तैयार उपभोक्ता सामग्री के लिए, अछूता रहा विशाल बाजार सुनिश्चित करने के लिए इस वैश्वीकरण के उद्भूत विचार ने विश्व के विभिन्न समुदायों के सामाजिक, आर्थिक, राजनीतिक एवं सांस्कृतिक क्षेत्र में परिवर्तन के एक नए युग की शुरूआत की। जिसके साथ ही विश्व के सभी राष्ट्रों में परस्पर आर्थिक, सामाजिक, सांस्कृतिक, राजनैतिक व शैक्षणिक अन्तर्सम्बन्धों के नए अध्याय प्रारम्भ हुए । इस तन्त्र में सभी में स्वार्थपरक नजदीकता स्थापित हुई ।
Keywords: भूमण्डलीकरण, जनजाति, समुदाय, बाजार
Language Code-Switching as a Phenomenon of Interlanguage Interaction: On Examples from Bulgarian and Turkish
Authors: Atasoy Ismail , Ercan Gulsum
Published: January 2025

Interlanguage interaction refers to the linguistic outcomes that occur
when communities speaking different languages interact with each other. One
of these linguistic phenomena, code-switching, is analysed under two different
headings: code-switching and code-mixing. Code-switching, which is the subject
of our study, is a type of linguistic modification that takes the form of switching
from one language to another at the boundary of sentences or phrases according to
certain communicative goals. The aim of this study is to identify the communicative
functions and the frequency of code-switching in the everyday discourse of native
Turkish bilinguals in the Northeast, and thus to show in which function the group
in question uses code-switching most frequently. The study is based on a corpus
consisting of transcriptions of 9 recordings of everyday speech with a total duration
of 5 hours and 11 minutes. The results show that native Turkish bilinguals in the
Northeast use code-switching for 11 different communicative functions and that the
most frequently used functions are “emphasizing/confirming the topic, refusing to
use code-switching, clarifying the topic”.
Approaches to Change the Quality of School Education. NSLLL 2014 – 2020
Authors: Alexandrova Svetlana
Published: January 2025

The paper analyzes the impact area of the NSLLL (2014 – 2020),
which concerns the improvement of the quality of school education, the raising of
student achievement, the acquisition of key competences, and the development of
the individual, and which sets the stage for efforts, still relevant today, to change
the learning environment and introduce a competence-based approach to education.
It seeks answers to the questions of how effective the measures implemented are,
and why, during the period of the strategy, there has been a decline in the functional
literacy of pupils, the targets in this area remain unachieved and the overall impact
assessment of the strategy document reports a complete lack of progress in the quality
of school education and the achievement of Bulgarian pupils. The content analysis
of the relevant documents showed that the measures implemented are characterized
by unsustainability, partial impact on school system factors, inconsistency, inertia,
and lack of innovation.
A Comprehensive Review of Features, Applications and Techniques in Materials Characterization
Authors: Sliper Matvey Rodya
Published: January 2025

The realm of materials characterization is as vast and varied as the domains of materials and engineering put
together. During the course of decades or centuries, several techniques went from being fairly simple to becoming quite
complex. Mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties are all measured and tested, including numerous other materials,
such as semiconductors, metals, insulators, ceramics, composites, and polymers; atomic, nanometer, micrometer,
millimeter, and centimeter scales; picoseconds to many practice years; and simulation eons. Materials measurement may
be performed in a variety of technical contexts, from pure research with murky connections to potential engineering uses
to more pragmatic "real-world" field testing, which has the capacity to predict performance, and (potentially) avoid
failure of components. Mastering the microstructure of materials expanded greatly in 20 th century’s second half, and this
was made possible by enhancement of novel strategies for characterizing materials. Atomic penetration, X-ray
diffraction, thermogravimetric analysis, electron heating and imaging are only some of the direct and indirect methods
now used to analyze materials. This article discusses the scope, kinds, and applications of these methods.
Analyzing the Current Landscape of Materials Data Infrastructures
Authors: Jonan Easu Kwesiga
Published: January 2025

The development and production of engineering materials receive substantial investments from both the industrial and research sectors. The materials are produced and certified in adherence to a set of product and evaluation criteria that have progressed over numerous decades to fulfill increasingly rigorous specifications. However, the considerable amount of data generated from these endeavors remains predominantly inaccessible. The endeavor to create a digital framework for engineering materials data can be dated back to over thirty years ago. However, the extensive implementation of machine-readable formats that facilitate the regular exchange of engineering materials data is yet to be accomplished. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the development of materials data infrastructures that are designed to gather, store, and disseminate materials data to various stakeholders. Prior to delving into the present state of digital materials infrastructures, we shall first contemplate the early iterations of such infrastructures. Several challenges that must be addressed before the development of a robust materials search engines and discovery tool are also reviewed.
Characterization and Fabrication of Functionally Graded Materials using Directed Energy Deposition
Authors: Bashir Imran , Kabir Aisha
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this article is to use directed energy deposition (DED) to fabricate and test functionalized materials (FGMs). FGM is a horizontal zone exhibiting a smooth transformation from Ti-6Al-4V to Invar, with pure Invar at the highest level. Sophisticated techniques such as X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, microhardness testing, electron backscattering diffraction, transmission electron microscopy and energy dispersion chamber respectroscopy were employed to assess the microstructure, chemical composition, and mechanical features of FGM. This study highlights many advantages of FGM, such as increased thermal resistance, mechanical properties, thermal protection, scratch resistance, strong adhesive surfaces, related to analytical methods, material improvement and provide insights. The findings provide insights into the potential applications of FGM in many settings. Future research should prioritize the investigation of the mechanical properties of the FGM, paying particular attention to tests to determine their strength, flexibility, and stiffness.
Environmental Impacts of Standardization Efforts in Additive Manufacturing
Authors: Anjos Oscar Dos
Published: January 2025

This paper focuses on the environmental effects of additive manufacturing (AM) and the need for critical evaluation techniques. The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodology is emphasized as an approach to measure the ecosystem effect of AM over the whole lifespan of the product. The NSF-funded workshop on the environmental consequences of AM highlighted areas characterized by knowledge gaps and uncertainties, which will direct future research efforts in this domain. The paper highlights the significance of material selection in AM and presents a new mechanism for evaluating the environmental consequences of AM components. The research revealed that the use of materials in AM might lead to a substantial decrease in environmental consumption and energy consumption. Nevertheless, the research also emphasizes the problem of material waste in additive manufacturing techniques. The study advocates for the creation of standardized measuring methodology and sustainability characterisation methods for AM in order to encourage wider adoption and the implementation of sustainable manufacturing practices. ASTM International is an association dedicated to the advancement of standards for sustainable manufacturing and AM.
Evaluation of Metal Nanoparticle Synthesis Methods: Green Chemistry and Catalytic Approaches
Authors: Li Cheng , Di Runchu
Published: January 2025

One of the twelve tenets of Green Chemistry that has shown its worth over and over again is catalysis. When it comes to creating and developing novel chemical processes, "green chemistry" prioritizes hazard reduction as the primary performance metric, with the goal of eliminating or drastically reducing the usage or synthesis of hazardous compounds throughout the whole process. Nanocatalysis, thanks to its high activity, selectivity, and productivity, has emerged as a new scientific discipline in recent years. Nanocatalysts are distinguished from bulk materials by their unusual characteristics, which are the result of structural and electrical changes brought about by their nanoscale size, shape, and extraordinarily high surface area to volume ratio. Electronics and the creation of composite materials are only two examples of the many applications for nanoparticles. Among them, metal nanoparticles stand out owing to their diversified selectivity, surface area, morphological flexibility, and exceptional catalytic activities. In this article, we will provide an evaluation of the different ways that metal nanoparticles may be synthesized, focusing on eco-friendly methods. The industrialization of the enhanced metal nanostructures as effectual catalysts are also covered, and the catalytic effectiveness of the most utilized metal nanoparticles is examined.
Mute Speech: Freud’s Unconscious in Rancière’s Aesthetic Perspective
Authors: MA Yue , FU Qiaochu
Published: January 2025

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The Establishment Background and Main Work of Chinese Doctors Association in the Period of Republic of China
Authors: YU Boyi
Published: January 2025

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Factors Influencing TVET Readiness Among Students at Public Secondary School: Exploring Interest, Motivation, and Self-Efficacy
Authors: Nordin Dg Nurulsyakirah , Omar Muhd Khaizer
Published: January 2025

Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) serves as an academic field for equipping students with necessary skills, providing them with practical and valuable workforce skills to navigate the challenges of the fourth industrial revolution. TVET adopts a dual teaching approach that encompasses general education, technological knowledge, and industry-specific training, serving as a primal tool in cultivating a workforce competence in the demands of the future. However, a concerning trend emerges as a deficiency in students pursuing TVET as mainstream education could lead to a decline in the skilled workforce for the country. This condition subsequently impacting the human capital development and skilled workforce across economic sectors. Hence, the current study seeks to understand the relationship between interest, motivation, and self-efficacy of secondary school students enrolled in general education programs and their readiness to advance their studies in TVET stream. Employing a quantitative research design, the study utilizes a survey method with a set of questionnaires. Three public secondary schools, are included in the research, comprising a total of 273 students. The sampling method employed is stratified random sampling. The findings of the study reveal that the interest, motivation, and self-efficacy levels of students, as well as their readiness to pursue further studies in TVET are notably high. Furthermore, a positive correlation is identified between interest, motivation, and self-efficacy, underscoring their influence on the preparedness of students to continue their education in TVET.
Practical Skills Required for Sustainability of Technical College Students in Brick/Block Laying Trade
Authors: Ibidapo Abel Bamidele
Published: January 2025

This study was conducted to assess practical skills required for sustainability of technical college students in brick/block laying trade. Two research questions were developed in relation to what the study sought to find out. Practical Skills in Brick Laying Questionnaire (PSBQ) containing 26 items was developed and used for data collection while 3 experts were engaged to face validate the instrument. The reliability coefficient of the instrument was found to be 0.74 using Cronbach Alpha Coefficient. The PSBQ was used for collecting data from 103 respondents made of building technology teachers in technical colleges and registered building technicians in Ekiti State. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions. The study found that 15 practical skills highlighted in the use of tools and equipment for brick/block laying are required for relevant job placement. Also, 11 practical skills highlighted in the construction of simple brick/block walls are required for relevant job placement. The study recommended among others that building technology teachers should be up-to-date and abreast of recent technological changes and innovations in building industries.
Analisis Proyeksi Kebutuhan Air Domestik dan Non Domestik pada Wilayah Kecamatan Penebel Kabupaten Tabanan
Authors: Suari Putu Primantari Vikana , Astiti Sagung Putri Chandra
Published: January 2025

Jumlah ketersediaan mata air dan aliran sungai menjadi indikator banyaknya sumber air baku yang tersedia. Seperti yang ada di Kecamatan Penebel, dimana sumber air baku yang tersedia bisa dimanfaatkan untuk memenuhi kebutuhan. Banyaknya air yang dibutuhkan oleh masyarakat Kecamatan Penebel tergantung pertumbuhan penduduknya. Secara umum, definisi dari kebutuhan air bersih yaitu jumlah air yang dibutuhkan penduduk pada suatu wilayah secara keseluruhan untuk memenuhi kebutuhannya. Metode yang diimplementasikan peneliti dalam analisis kebutuhan air yaitu “analisis proyeksi kebutuhan domestik dan non-domestik”. Terdapat beberapa tahapan dalam analisis ini, yaitu tahap menganalisis air domestik yang dibutuhkan, air non-domestik yang dibutuhkan, banyaknya air yang hilang, kebutuhan air bersih secara keseluruhan, kebutuhaan rerata air, faktor hari maksimum dan hari jam puncak. Adapun data sampel yang dianalisis yaitu data air bersih domestik dan non-domestik yang dibutuhkan sepanjang tahun 2025 hingga 2031. Berdasarkan analisis yang telah dilakukan didapati adanya “kebutuhan air domestik dan non-domestik” pada tahun 2025 masing-masing sejumlah 46,45 liter/second dan 9,29 liter/second serta jumlah air rata-rata yang dibutuhkan sebanyak 66,89 liter/second. Sementara pada tahun 2031 “kebutuhan air domestik dan non-domestik” masing-masing sejumlah 54,01 liter/second dan 10,80 liter/second serta jumlah air rata-rata yang dibutuhkan sebanyak 77,77 liter/second. Sehingga didapatkan adanya proyeksi pertumbuhan penduduk berbanding lurus terhadap proyeksi kebutuhan air bersih.
Transformasi Data Statistik Menjadi Visual Interaktif Menggunakan Streamlit: Studi Kasus BPS Kota Mojokerto
Authors: Oktaviarini Kamilia Nabila , Wahyuni Eka Dyar , Sari Reisa Permata
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mentransformasi penyajian data statistik Badan Pusat Statistik (BPS) Kota Mojokerto agar lebih interaktif dan mudah diakses oleh masyarakat. Penyajian data sebelumnya melalui menu grafik pada aplikasi mobile Dakocantik masih bergantung pada visualisasi Excel, yang dianggap kurang efektif. Untuk mengatasi kendala ini, penelitian mengembangkan dashboard berbasis web menggunakan Streamlit, yang menghadirkan visualisasi data secara interaktif dan informatif. Metode penelitian melibatkan studi literatur, wawancara, visualisasi data, dan integrasi sistem. Proses pengembangan meliputi identifikasi sumber data, ekstraksi, pembersihan, pemetaan, hingga penyimpanan data sebelum divisualisasikan menggunakan Streamlit. Dashboard ini diintegrasikan dengan aplikasi mobile Dakocantik melalui fitur webview, sehingga pengguna dapat mengakses data statistik interaktif langsung dari perangkat mobile. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dashboard yang dikembangkan berhasil meningkatkan aksesibilitas dan pemahaman data statistik oleh masyarakat. Berdasarkan umpan balik dari 13 responden, 92,3% menyatakan bahwa dashboard mudah dipahami, dan 84,6% menilai fitur serta tampilannya mempermudah akses data. Beberapa masukan dari pengguna mencakup kebutuhan untuk meningkatkan waktu pemuatan (loading time) dan menyediakan pembaruan data otomatis guna mendukung pengalaman pengguna yang lebih baik
Penerapan Praktek dan Teori Akuntansi Syariah Berdasarkan Prinsip Syariah
Authors: Muammar Khaddafi  , Nuriani Nuriani  , Ria Rama Sari  , Nakita Sisilia  , Nia Nazwa Aulia Pane  , Athaya Hargita
Published: January 2025

Sharia accounting is Islamic-based accounting that is based on the Quran and al-Hadith as well as ijma' ulama. Advances in the field of Indonesian accounting are recognized by Islamic accounting practices, which is also known as sharia accounting. The concept of sharia accounting describes the teachings of Islam, which influence all aspects of human life, including economics and accounting. The objective of this article is to explain the differences between the principles of conventional accounting and shariah accounting. To achieve this objective, this article uses the literature study method. All information and data in this paper are taken from scientific journals, books, and the internet. The results of the study show that shariah accounting is actually better in many ways than conventional accounting because it describes the conditions of the application of the principles of shariah and conventional accounting.
Uji Pengaruh Pajak, Profitabilitas, dan Leverage terhadap Keputusan Transfer Pricing
Authors: Ni Made Kartika Putri  , Artie Arditha Rachman  , Lihan Rini Puspo Wijaya
Published: January 2025

Globalization has had a significant impact on various aspects of life, including the economy, which has driven the growth of multinational companies in Indonesia. One practice that has become increasingly relevant in this context is transfer pricing, which refers to the determination of prices between divisions within a multinational company. This study aims to analyze the effects of taxes, profitability, and leverage on transfer pricing decisions in manufacturing companies, using a sample of 16 companies and data analysis with SPSS version 25. The results show that taxes and profitability do not have a significant impact, consistent with some previous studies. However, leverage was found to influence transfer pricing decisions, with companies having higher leverage tending to avoid transfer pricing practices in order to maximize profits. This study provides insights into the factors affecting transfer pricing decisions in manufacturing companies and the implications for tax management and financial strategies in the context of globalization dynamics.
Dampak Modal, Biaya Produksi, Dan Tenaga Kerja Terhadap Pendapatan UMKM Bidang Manufaktur Di Kota Bandar Lampung
Authors: Grace Sani Br. Siahaan  , Irawan Irawan  , Endah Yuni Puspita Sari
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the influence of capital, production costs, and labor on the income of MSMEs in the manufacturing sector in Bandar Lampung City. This study uses a purposive sampling method involving 100 respondents whose data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires to MSME actors in the sector. Data analysis was carried out using SMART PLS software version 3. The results of the study indicate that: (1) capital has a significant influence on the income of MSMEs in the manufacturing sector in Bandar Lampung City, (2) production costs also have a significant influence on the income of MSMEs in the region, and (3) labor is proven to have a significant influence on the income of MSMEs in the manufacturing sector in Bandar Lampung City.
Dampak Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) dan Good Corporate Governance (GCG) Terhadap Nilai Perusahaan Sektor Energi yang Terdaftar di BEI periode 2019-2022
Authors: Aftinah Wafa Ahmadi  , Evi Yuniarti  , Endah Yuni Puspitasari
Published: January 2025

This research aims to determine the impact of CSR and GCG on company value in energy sector companies listed on the IDX in 2019-2022. The population in this study are energy sector companies listed on the IDX. The sampling method used was a purposive sampling method based on certain criteria, resulting in 11 energy sector companies listed on the IDX. The data collection technique in this research uses secondary data. The data analysis carried out was carrying out classical assumption tests, carrying out multiple linear regression analysis and carrying out hypothesis testing using IBM SPSS Statistics version 26 software. The results of this research show that the three independent variables simultaneously influence company value. Partially, CSR variables and institutional ownership have an effect on company value, while managerial ownership variables have no effect on company value.
Peran Ibu Rumah Tangga dalam Meningkatkan Perekonomian Keluarga di Desa Bontomanai Kabupaten Bulukumba
Authors: Auliya Rukmana Amar
Published: January 2025

The role of a mother is not only to take care of the household and household activities, but also to help the family economy. The reason housewives have a dual role in the family is, first, because of economic pressure, second, when the husband dies or the wife divorces, third, to fill free time and develop skills. This research is a research that uses qualitative methods. The subjects of this study are six housewives who work to earn a living. Data collection is carried out by observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis used is data reduction, data presentation and verification or conclusion drawn. The validity test of the data used in this study is membercheck, and triangulation. The results of the study show that the role of housewives who participate in earning a living greatly affects the improvement of the economy.  This can have a positive impact on housewives in Bontomanai Village, Bulukumba Regency, namely increasing family income and fulfilling daily needs.
Pengaruh Sistem Informasi Akuntansi, Pengendalian Internal dan Motivasi Kerja terhadap Kinerja Karyawan
Authors: Hazinatut Daulah  , Suwarno Suwarno
Published: January 2025

The research findings indicate that accounting information systems have a positive impact on employee performance, as evidenced by a P-value of 0.026 (P < 0.05). This suggests that implementing effective information systems can enhance efficiency and productivity. Additionally, internal controls significantly influence employee performance, with a P-value of 0.000 (P < 0.05). These results highlight that robust internal controls create a more structured work environment and help reduce the risk of errors. On the other hand, work motivation does not have a significant effect on performance, with a P-value of 0.239 (P > 0.05). This implies that other factors may play a more dominant role in improving performance compared to intrinsic motivation. Overall, the study concludes that accounting information systems and internal controls have a greater positive impact on employee performance, while the effect of work motivation is more limited.
Slovenia: Challenges of Sovereignty, Lukewarm Implementation of EU Taxation Rules
Authors: Bohinc Rado , Jovanovič Dušan
Published: January 2025

This chapter provides an in-depth exploration of the intricate relationship between tax policy, national sovereignty, and competition in Slovenia, with a specific focus on relevant case law and court decisions. As an European Union (EU) Member State, Slovenia grapples with the dual challenges of harmonising its tax policies with EU directives and preserving its national sovereignty and economic competitiveness. Similar to other EU members, Slovenia is deeply influenced by supranational tax regulations that aim to create a unified market and prevent harmful tax practices. These regulations have led to significant national legal developments, with court decisions related to the interpretation and implementation of EU tax directives shaping the country’s tax policy landscape. For instance, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) has rendered judgments that impact Slovenia’s approach to tax policy, making it necessary for the country to navigate EU legal interpretations while preserving its national sovereignty. Furthermore, domestic courts in Slovenia have played a crucial role in shaping tax policy through their interpretation of national tax laws and alignment with EU principles. Case law on issues such as transfer pricing, cross-border taxation, and tax evasion has significantly influenced the way Slovenia frames its tax regulations. Court decisions often play a pivotal role in defining the extent to which national sovereignty can be preserved while adhering to EU directives. Simultaneously, the Slovenian government acknowledged the importance of tax competitiveness in attracting foreign investment and promoting domestic entrepreneurship. This chapter examines the multifaceted nature of tax policy in Slovenia by considering the roles of case law and court decisions in shaping the landscape. By examining relevant case law, this study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the legal dynamics that underpin Slovenia’s tax policy, offering insights into the country’s economic future and ability to navigate the challenges of EU membership.
Hungary: No Euro Until ‘Maastricht 2.0 Criteria’ Are Met
Authors: Marinkás György
Published: January 2025

The first part of the current chapter introduces Hungary’s convergence data through convergence reports from years that the author deems milestones and, based on the relevant scientific literature, tries to answer why the Hungarian Central Bank took a cautious approach to the country’s accession to the Eurozone and why academic literature adopted the ‘real convergence’ thesis as a basic principle. The second part introduces the constitutional and statutory framework of the Hungarian Central Bank’s aims, functioning, and structure and presents certain academic debates on the chosen regulation. The third part of the book introduces the Hungarian Central Bank’s monetary policy for crisis management in two parts: crisis management tools aimed at tackling the Euro crisis and tools aimed at mitigating the negative economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russo-Ukrainian War. While tackling the first two crises required unconventional tools, such as near-zero interest rates and active refinancing, the latter required a return to old-school restrictive monetary policy, with high base rates and the phasing out of refinancing tools.
The Influence of Native Language Background on English Article Acquisition
Authors: Yang Jinghan
Published: January 2025

As the number of English learners from different countries and regions increases, the difference in learning effectiveness and efficiency caused by different native language backgrounds are gradually becoming significant. The Article in English is one of the functional words with significant differences in this respect. This article aims to review and summarize the theoretical and empirical studies on English article acquisition and classifies the native language backgrounds into two types: native language backgrounds with the system of articles, native language backgrounds without the system of articles. Based on the classification, this paper is attempt to analyze the specific effects and degree of influence about different native language backgrounds on the efficiency and effectiveness of article acquisition. This paper indicates that students from different native language backgrounds, especially those without articles, face significant difficulties in the acquisition of English articles, Additionally, differences in article system between the native language and the target language would also lead to difficulties. This paper explains the reasons for the phenomenon by organizing and analyzing the experimental methods and results in the empirical study
Machine Learning-Based Prediction of Customer Churn Risk in E-commerce
Authors: Ren Haoran
Published: January 2025

Amidst the booming development of e-commerce and intense market competition, numerous e-commerce companies frequently encounter the issue of customer loss. This research endeavors to offer a comprehensive analysis and precise forecasting of customer churn behavior for an E-commerce company. The research utilizes the E-commerce Customer Churn dataset From Kaggle, which offers a wealth of customer information. The paper initially performs a data cleaning to fill the missing value by K-nearest neighbors (KNN). And then, it also performs feature engineering to preprocess the dataset. Subsequently, multiple machine learning models were constructed, including Logistical Regression (LR), Random Forest (RF), Gradient Boosting Decision Tree (GBDT), Neural Network (NN), and a stacking model with a metal-leaner as Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost) has been developed. The stacking model achieved the highest performance with 92.8% accuracy and 0.940 AUC. Key factors such as tenure, complaints, cashback amount, order recency, and satisfaction score were identified as important predictors. This research demonstrates the potential of Machine Learning in developing effective retention strategies for e-commerce platforms.
The Monopolistic Phenomenon and Challenges Within the Entertainment Toy Industry from the Perspective of LEGO
Authors: Dai Yutian
Published: January 2025

Now the entertainment toy industry is booming, but when it comes to building blocks, the first and only response is still Lego, and small LEGO has naturally become the monopoly of the industry. Later, the explore found that Lego has a number of sales strategies, such as product innovation and promotion, IP-co-branding partnerships, maintaining customers through membership and launching various online communication platforms and offline activities suitable for different customers, which have helped them earn huge profits. At the same time, cooperation with educational resources and foundations in various places has helped Lego accomplish huge profits. This not only helped them secure their monopoly position, but also expanded their product awareness and involvement in global issues. However, with the growing size of the pie, the emergence of new toys of the same type and local products in various countries, the increasingly rampant piracy and the global economic downturn have brought a lot of pressure on Lego. Therefore, based on the model and data of this company, this explore proposes suggestions such as product model transformation and product innovation, which can help this company to accomplish higher levels.