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THE CORRELATION BETWEEN VISUAL, AUDITORY, AND KINESTHETIC (VAK) LEARNING STYLES ON LEARNING INDEPENDENCE OF 8TH GRADE STUDENTS IN STATE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN YOGYAKARTA CITY, INDONESIA
Authors: Syahrir S. , Nur Fahrul Arfandi M. , As Musdalifa , Pujirianto P.
Published: December 2023

Learning styles are complex ways in which students most effectively understand, process, store, and remember what they are trying to learn. Students who know their type of learning style can make it easier for them to choose and sort out the right learning resources so that they can support students' independence in learning and help students develop metacognitive skills, namely the ability to understand and regulate their own learning process or with the term self-regulated learning. This research aims to: 1) Describe students' learning styles; 2) describe students' learning independence; and 3) analyze the correlation between students' learning styles and students' learning independence. The research method used is quantitative research of correlational type with associative method. This research was conducted at State Junior High Schools 14 of Yogyakarta and State Junior High Schools 15 of Yogyakarta. The study population was 8th grade students with a sample size of 79 students. Data collection techniques and instruments used questionnaires designed based on learning styles (VAK). The results showed that: 1) Students' learning styles are dominated by visual learning styles as many as 47 students, auditory 23 students, and kinesthetic 9 students. 2) learning independence with a presentation above the average 7.9%, average 19%, below average 30.02%, and low 9.48% so it can be concluded that the learning independence of 8th grade students is below average. 3) The chi-square statistical test shows (chi-square = 3.774, df = 6, p = 0.707) from the results it can be concluded that there is no significant relationship between "learning style" and "learning independence".

 

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THE EFFECT OF SAPE DAYAK MUSIC THERAPY TO REDUCING STRESS LEVELS FOR ACEH SINGKIL MUHAMMADIYAH MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Hadi Muammar Fitra , Wangid Muhammad Nur
Published: December 2023

In overcoming stress disorders in students, special media are needed that are able to be a stimulus in learning management and individual stress. Action or effort that can be done is to use music therapy techniques. Sape' or also called Sampe is a musical instrument or instrument originating from the Dayak Kenyah and Kayan tribes. The purpose of this study is to apply Sape Dayak music therapy for junior high school students who are prone to stress. This study uses a quantitative approach, with the type of pre-experimental method with one group pre- and post-design. Where the population in this research is class X Aceh Singkil Muhammadiyah Middle School Students, with a total of 31 students. data collection technique using a stress measurement instrument, namely DASS 42. Music therapy has an effect on reducing stress levels in class X students of SMP Muhammadiyah Gunung Meriah. On the first day and the second day of the study, there was a significant difference between stress levels before and after music therapy was carried out in the X grade group of Aceh Singkil Muhammadiyah Middle School Students. Thus, it can be concluded that music therapy has an effect on reducing stress levels in the class X group of Aceh Singkil Muhammadiyah Middle School Students.

 

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BROOKFIELD AND MEZIROW ON CRITICAL REFLECTION: EMPOWERING ONESELF, TRANSFORMING SOCIETY
Authors: Toka Katerina , Gioti Labrina
Published: December 2023

The goal of (critical)  adult education is to emancipate people, to make them reflect, realize what oppresses them and take transformative action towards a more just and democratic world. In practice, it leads to the acquisition of knowledge / skills, and it is often commodified by awarding certificates / degrees adapting to the demands of the labor market. Mezirow's transformative theory has influenced the field, educators, and researchers as well. Critical reflection constitutes a necessary condition for transformative learning, a term often found in adult and higher education and considered a critical aspect of personal, educational, and professional development. This paper aspires to explain the shift of adult education to the labor market by employing Foucault’s theory and to compare the way two scholars, Mezirow and Brookfield, perceive the concepts of critical reflection and transformation and the prospects they accordingly appoint to the processes in relation to an emancipatory adult education. We conclude that Mezirow’s perspective focuses more on the individual, pursues self-realization and progressive change of society. For Brookfield, education goes hand in hand with politics. His view is critical/radical and aims at profound and drastic social change where collective action is essential.
 

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SCHEMES DES ACTES DE GESTION ET APPLICABILITE DES PROCEDURES EN MATIERE DE RESSOURCES HUMAINES SUR LA DEPERDITION DES ENSEIGNANTS DU PRIMAIRE AU CAMEROUN /
Authors: Oyono Adams Daniel , Chaffi Cyrille Ivan
Published: December 2023

Une question fondamentale dans la performance du système éducatif au Cameroun consiste à analyser ses pratiques de gouvernance administrative des ressources humaines, notamment à travers les actes de gestion et l’applicabilité des procédures au Ministère de l’Education de Base, site de l’étude. L’objectif de cette étude est d’étudier l’effet de l’applicabilité des procédures et des actes de gestion des ressources humaines au MINEDUB sur la déperdition des enseignants du primaire. Les résultats obtenus après enquête auprès de 901 participants de la chaîne éducative du Ministère de l’Education de Base, indiquent que les déperditions des enseignants se justifient par le non-respect des procédures de nomination et de mutation, un chevauchement dans la signature des actes de gestion, les difficultés d’accès à la première solde et d’actualisation du profil de carrière, mais aussi le faible accompagnement médico-sanitaire du personnel enseignant. Pour améliorer cette situation, il est essentiel que les responsables des ressources humaines mettent en œuvre les procédures existantes et cherchent continuellement à améliorer les pratiques dans ce domaine. Une meilleure gestion des ressources humaines est cruciale pour un système éducatif plus résilient et performant.

A fundamental question in the performance of Cameroon's education system is to analyze its human resources administrative governance practices, particularly through management acts and the applicability of procedures at the Ministry of Basic Education, the study site. This study aims to investigate the factorial weight of the applicability of procedures and acts of human resources management on the wastage of primary school teachers, a dysfunction that has been continuously observed for decades. The results obtained from a survey of 901 participants in the Ministry of Basic Education's educational chain indicate that teacher attrition is due to non-compliance with appointment and transfer procedures, overlapping in the signing of management acts, difficulties in accessing initial pay and updating career profiles, as well as poor medical and health support for teaching staff. To improve this situation, it is essential that human resources managers implement existing procedures and continually seek to improve practices in this area. Better management of human resources is crucial for a more resilient, high-performance education system.

 

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LANGUAGE AND IDEOLOGIES: A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE BASIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM FRAMEWORK (BECF) DURING THE TRANSITION FROM 8-4-4 TO THE COMPETENCE-BASED CURRICULUM (CBC) IN KENYA
Authors: Nganga Chege Samuel
Published: December 2023

This study utilises a critical analysis approach to investigate the language and discursive strategies employed in the Basic Education Curriculum Framework (BECF) during the transition from the 8-4-4 system to the Competence-Based Curriculum (CBC) in Kenya. The research objectives are twofold: (1) to analyse and interpret the language and discursive strategies utilised in the BECF during the transition period, and (2) to critically examine the underlying ideologies and power relations reflected in the BECF, with a specific focus on its construction of knowledge, values, and educational goals. Through a comprehensive analysis of the language and discursive strategies employed in the BECF, this study aims to uncover the nuances and implications of the transitional period. It examines how language choices and discursive techniques are utilised to shape and convey educational concepts and objectives during this period of curriculum reform. By analysing these linguistic features, the study seeks to provide insights into the broader social and political dimensions embedded within the BECF. By closely analysing the language and discursive strategies, the study aims to identify and deconstruct the ideological perspectives that influence the BECF. This analysis will provide valuable insights into the values and beliefs embedded within the curriculum, shedding light on how knowledge is framed, and educational goals are shaped.
 

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Detection of SARS-CoV-2 variants among travelers crossing the northern international border checkpoint in Duhok province, Iraq
Authors: Ghazwan Mohammed Raouf Ghazwan , Qader Marwan , Abdullah Ibrahim , Younis Omar , Mohammad Fouad , Merza Merza
Published: December 2023

Background: Variants of SARS-CoV-2 have been detected along with the worldwide COVID-19 transmission. Insufficient data exists regarding SARS-CoV-2 variants in Iraq, particularly concerning travelers at Iraqi border crossings. This study aimed to screen SARS-CoV-2 variants among individuals entering Iraq from Turkey through the Ibrahim Khalil international border checkpoint. 
Methods: A total of 116 (52 females, 64 males) COVID-19-positive cases from June 6, 2021, to July 30, 2021, were randomly selected from the Ibrahim Al-Khalil border crossing point between Turkey and Iraq. The patients were Iraqis tested positive for COVID-19 through nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swab collections. The confirmation of SARS-CoV-2 cases involved RNA extraction and real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR), following the World Health Organization guidelines. All samples were subjected to variant detection using the reverse transcription RT-PCR method. The RNA was extracted using a Zybio nucleic acid extraction kit and the RT-PCR was conducted using SARS-CoV-2 S-gene mutation detection RT-PCR kit.
Results: In the 116 patients, we detected variants B.1.1.7, B.1.617.1.2, B.1.617.1.3, and Omicron sub-lineages (B.1.1.529, BA.1) at frequency rates of 13, 16, 45, and 36 cases, respectively. The highest prevalence rate was the delta variant among the tested subjects (38.8%) followed by the Omicron sub-lineages (B.1.1.529, BA.1) at 31%.
Conclusion: This finding, which is the first of its kind at the northern Iraqi border checkpoint, suggests that these two variants could be a source of COVID-19 circulating in the Duhok province in Iraq. Additional studies are warranted across the country’s border entry points.
Molecular Resonance Generator (MRG) Assisted Tonsillectomy - An Innovative Technique
Authors: Shetty Hamsa , KS Gangadhara , S Sridhara
Published: December 2023

Introduction-Dissection and Snare method of tonsillectomy was first introduced nearly a century ago. Since then several methods of performing tonsillectomy have evolved like electrocautery, harmonic scalpel ,Laser, coblation and Magnetic Resonance Generator(MRG). All these methods have been used with the aim of overcoming the shortcomings with the previous methods like intra and post operative bleeding ,reducing the duration of surgery and post operative pain.MRG works on the principle of quantum resonance and it has helped in minimizing the intraoperative and post operative bleeding as well as post operative pain.In this study MRG was used for tonsillectomy with favourable outcome.

Materials and Methods: 12 patients who underwent tonsillectomy by MRG were included in the study .Various parameters like duration of surgery ,intra and post operative bleeding and post operative pain were recorded and compared with other studies .

Results:In all the 12 patients favourable outcome was recorded .None of the cases had post operative bleeding and there was minimal intraoperative bleeding.Post operative pain showed a decreasing trend with very minimal post operative pain on day 3.

Conclusion-Our study highlights the advantages of MRG in tonsillectomy which nearly overcomes the drawbacks and complications encountered with other methods employed for tonsillectomy.
Giant Ectopic Minor Salivary Gland Tumour in Parapharyngeal Space
Authors: Baisakhiya Nitish , Parihar Shilpi , Mishra Ankit , Sen Sweety
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Para pharyngeal tumours are rare head neck masses (0.5%). Most of them are benign. Deep location of this space and surrounding structures has led to emergence of many different approaches to this space reflecting the intrinsic difficulty in surgical access.

Case Report: An ectopic Minor salivary pleomorphic adenoma of para pharyngeal space with massive extension.

Discussion: Para pharyngeal space has complex anatomy, its deep location and relationship with vital structures renders a surgical challenge. Clinical examination of the space is difficult, so imaging plays a major role to know its origin and extension. Pleomorphic adenoma is the most common tumour from the extension of deep lobe of Parotid gland but very rarely from the ectopic minor salivary glands. Excision of benign parapharyngeal space tumours is possible without mandibulotomy even in the case of a large tumour mass reducing patient morbidity and hospital stay.
Taste Dysfunction in COVID-19 Patients; A Cross-Sectional Observational Study
Authors: Nunkappa Thippeswamy Sreedevi , Kabbyar Chidananda Keerthi Kumar , Tagadur Nataraju Kamalesh
Published: December 2023

Introduction:It has been observed that olfactory dysfunction (anosmia, hyposmia and parosmia) and gustatory (taste) dysfunction (ageusia, hypogeusia and dysgeusia) are one of the classical presentations of COVID-19. Gustatory (taste) dysfunction attributable partly to loss of retro-nasal olfaction (which adds to the flavour, a component of taste sensation) while eating or drinking food.

Materials and methods:It is a cross sectional observational study involving COVID-19 patients aged between 18 to 100 years. Taste dysfunction was analysed and compared with various inflammatory markers and sino-nasal symptoms.

Results:In this time bound study, 61.88 % of the study participants were male and 38.13 % were females. Majority of the participants were in the age group between 20 and 60 years. Fifty four (33.75%) developed gustatory dysfunction in the form of ageusia or hypogeusia. Among the individuals with ageusia/hypogeusia, majority of the patients (n=26) (48.15%) complained of 50-75% loss of taste sensation followed by 50-75% loss of taste sensation in fourteen (25.93%) patients.  Mean duration of ageusia/hypogeusia among 54 patients was 9.33 ± 4.13 days. There was no statistically significant association between gustatory or taste dysfunction with any of the above serum inflammatory markers. There was significant relationship between presence sino-nasal symptoms and development of taste dysfunction.

Conclusion:Ageusia (dysgeusia) was found in significant proportion of patients with covid-19. These symptoms also contribute to significant proportion of depression and low confidence and results in poor nutrition and subsequent nutritional deficiencies which may lead to long Covid syndrome.
Unusual Benign Middle Ear Tumors: How Does the Presentation Differ from Otitis Media?
Authors: Sonvane Krutika , Makwana Navnit , Gupta Rahul , Patel Hardik , Aiyer R G
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Middle ear tumors represents a rare group of neoplasm that vary widely according to their pathology, anatomical involvements and clinical features. They mimic middle ear inflammatory pathologies intricately and hence early definitive diagnosis is a challenge. As these tumors are histologically benign, they are only locally destructive causing vestibular/facial dysfunction.

Materials and Methods: In this case series, we have included 5 cases of rare middle ear tumors, who presented to our hospital in period of 2020-2023. All patients had a pre-operative examination with otoscope and microscope/otoendoscope. Pre-operative and post-operative hearing assessment done with tuning fork test and pure  tone audiometry.Pre-operative radiological investigation done in all cases.Biopsy was usually taken pre-operatively, however in tumors suspected to be highly vascular an intra-operative sample was sent.

Results: Mastoidectomy(canal wall up/canal wall down/radical) was performed as definite surgical treatment to achieve maximum clearance.

Conclusion: Surgery is the treatment of the choice for benign middle ear tumors. High resolution computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are important to determine the extent and to help surgical planning in doubtful vascular tumour. Biopsy is helpful for the differential diagnosis.
A Case Report on Kimura Disease
Authors: Adhikari Biswajit , Sen Sarmila , Saha Somnath
Published: December 2023

Introduction

Kimura disease is a rare chronic inflammatory disease that, if occurs in the head and neck region, presents with a swelling.

Case Report

A 14-year-old male presented to our ENT OPD with a painless left cheek swelling. The swelling was first noticed by the patient about 3.5 years back. The swelling was gradually progressive in size. It was mobile in all directions, cystic in consistency and non-tender.

Discussion

Kimura Disease is a rare chronic inflammatory disorder described as a”eosinophilic hyperplastic lymphogranuloma” in Chinese literature. This disease is endemic in middle-aged Asian males and is seen sporadically in the non-Asian population.There is no standardized treatment protocol present for Kimura Disease. Treatment modalities include surgical resection, cytotoxic and radiation therapy, as well as regional or systemic steroid therapy. The role of surgery is primarily for diagnostic and cosmetic purposes. Relapses are common and recurrence rate is high. The overall outcome is good as there is no association with malignancy.
A Cross Sectional Study of Assessment of Hearing in Infants of Gestational Diabetes Mothers
Authors: Gopinath Srikanth , Sakthignanavel Arulmozhi , Bage Atul Mukul , ND Rajan , Mishra Sasmita
Published: December 2023

Introduction: Hearing loss is one of the most prevalent congenital disorders in infants. Neonatal hearing screening is an important tool for early detection of hearing impairment in newborns. Present study is aimed to assess the impact of hearing among babies born to gestational diabetic mothers.

Material & Methods: This study was conducted among 100 pregnant mothers who gave birth in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department in a medical college in Pondicherry from December 2020 to July 2022. 50 pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) were assigned to Group 1 and 50 pregnant women who had no GDM were assigned to Group 2. Hearing screening among the infants were done using Otoacoustic emissions and Brainstem evoked response audiometry (OAE and BERA). The results in Group 1 and Group 2 were collected, analysed and compared.

Results: All patients were between 20 – 45 years of age. The average gestational age was 39.2±5.7 from 36 weeks to 42 weeks. In the present study OAE has shown that 40% babies had bilateral refer and 18% had unilateral refer in GDM mothers which significantly higher than the normal mothers. BERA showed that 14% had hearing loss among those of the GDM mothers which was significantly higher than the normal mothers. Comparison of abnormal hearing screening between the two groups were significant (P < 0.05).

Conclusion: Gestational diabetes mellitus increases the risk of hearing impairment in newborns. Timely detection and standardised management should be followed and early intervention procedures should be studied and developed.
Bacteriological Profile of Chronic Suppurative Otitis Media and its Antibiotic Sensitivity Pattern at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Geeta Geeta , G Naveen , P Apoorva , MO Harish , Nair Arathi , MC Harshitha , Revankar Kiran , PB Girish
Published: December 2023

Introduction

Aggressive management of chronic suppurative otitis media is necessary as untreated and poorly treated unsafe cases can result in a variety of complications. Aim of this study was to identify the bacteriological profile and determine antibiotic susceptibility pattern of aerobic bacterial isolates in patients of chronic suppurative otitis media.

Materials and methods:

Observational cross-sectional study was conducted at the outpatient department of ENT in collaboration with the department of Microbiology from December 2022 to March 2023. A calculated sample size of 90 ear swabs were taken from 85 cases of chronic suppurative otitis media. Demographic and clinical details were noted. Ear discharges were subjected for aerobic bacterial culture under aseptic conditions along with direct Gram staining. Antibiotic sensitivity testing was done using Kirby–Bauer disc diffusion method on Mueller– Hinton Agar.

Results

Mean age of participants was 33.5 years. 94.1% had the unilateral infection. 94.4% had a tubo-tymphanic type while 5.6% had attico-antral type. 70 (77.8%) samples showed mono-microbial growth, 13 (14.4%) showed poly-microbial growth and 7 (7.8%) samples showed no growth in aerobic culture. Pseudomonas aeruginosa 38 (39.58%) was the most common organism followed by Methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus 27 (28.13%), Coagulase-negative Staphylococcus species 8 (8.33%) and Klebsiella pneumoniae 6 (6.25%). Pseudomonas aeruginosa was more sensitive to Ciprofloxacin (47.3%), followed by Ceftazidime (44.7%), Imipenem (44.7%), Meropenem (42.1%), Gentamycin (42.1%) and Cefepime (42.1%) and was resistant to Ampicillin, Chloramphenicol and Cotrimoxazole. Methicillin sensitive Staphylococcus aureus was most sensitive to Vancomycin (100%), Linezolid (100%) followed by Chloramphenicol (96.2), Amikacin (88.9%) and Doxycycline (88.9).

Conclusion

Antibiotic sensitivity varies at different geographical areas. Continuous and periodic assessment of microbiological patterns and antibiotic sensitivity of isolates is required to formulate local antibiotic policy so that potential risk of complications can be reduced by early initiation of appropriate therapy.
ANALISIS PERSEPSI SISWA MADRASAH ALIYAH NEGERI KOTA BANJARBARU TERHADAP POTENSI HUTAN TROPIS KALIMANTAN SELATAN SEBAGAI EKOWISATA BIODIVERSITAS
Authors: Anissa Maghfiroh  , Ishma Sajida  , Nur Sabila  , Imam Rahmadani
Published: December 2023

Kalimantan memiliki hutan tropis terluas di Indonesia. Melimpahnya hutan tropis di Kalimantan Selatan memberikan banyak kegunaan, salah satunya ekowisata biodiversitas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui potensi hutan tropis Kalimantan Selatan sebagai ekowisata biodiversitas. Metode yang digunakan adalah penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif. Subjek penelitian adalah 133 peserta didik MAN Kota Banjarbaru. Pemilihan sampel menggunakan metode simple random sampling. Instrumen penelitian berupa angket kuesioner terdiri dari 20 pertanyaan dengan 16 pertanyaan skala 1-4 dan empat pertanyaan opsional. Angket disajikan dalam bentuk Google Form. Analisis data dilakukan menggunakan teknik skala Likert dan analisis kuantitatif. Berdasarkan hasil analisis, diperoleh hasil bahwa masyarakat enggan mengunjungi wisata hutan tropis di Kalimantan Selatan karena lokasi yang kurang bersih dan terawat, serta fasilitas yang kurang lengkap. Sedangkan yang lainnya mendapatkan pengalaman menyenangkan karena pemandangan alam yang indah, pengalaman budaya, pendidikan, rekreasi, dan kemudahan akses wisata. Dengan demikian, didapat kesimpulan bahwa terdapat potensi hutan tropis Kalimantan Selatan sebagai ekowisata biodiversitas.
Dewatering Process for Reuse of Seabed Dredging Material and Time and Cost Optimization of the Process by Value Engineering Method
Authors: Kayabaşı Aksu Cansu , Atabay Şenay
Published: December 2023

The decrease in resources in the world has led people to produce new solutions for the more efficient use of resources and to use various management techniques. One of the techniques used is Value Engineering. Value Engineering strives to increase the value of structures by optimally organizing each component that makes up the structure. Increasing the value of a structure is possible by eliminating all the unnecessary costs in line with specific criteria and by providing the optimal solution between the owner, the user, and the contractor's objectives, that is, the duration, cost, and quality. This study includes the changes the Value Engineering team made to increase the value of the materials extracted from the submarine in a Container Port Terminal project without harming the environment and making them reusable. While expanding the project value, it also aimed to reduce the project duration and cost by considering the sustainability criteria. The original project was to create a clay pool while dewatering, separating the material, filling the loose sand into the reclamation area, and removing the sludge material by sea. With the recommendation of the value engineering team, the dewatering process was transformed into a method of directly pressing the dredged loose sand into the breeding area, filtering the material with geotextile tubes, and removing the material by loading it on the pontoons. With this change in the project, 42% savings were obtained from the cost and 21% from the project duration.
Market Risk Analysis in Investment Portfolios in Uganda
Authors: Mukasa James
Published: December 2023

Purpose: The aim of the study was to examine the market risk analysis in investment portfolios in Uganda.

Methodology: The study adopted a desktop methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive’s time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library

Findings: The study on Market Risk Analysis in Investment Portfolios in Uganda examines factors affecting investors' performance and profitability in the country. It finds significant untapped potential for foreign direct investment (FDI) in Uganda, particularly in the services sector, but also identifies risks like volatile weather, political instability, weak governance, and high inflation. To attract more investors, the study recommends improving regulations, diversifying exports, enhancing regional integration, and promoting tourism. These steps could help Uganda harness its economic potential.

Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT), Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) & Behavioral Finance Theory may be used to anchor future studies on the examining market risk analysis in investment portfolios in Uganda. Encourage investors to diversify their portfolios across various asset classes and geographic regions to mitigate market risk. Collaborate with regulatory authorities to establish and enforce robust risk management and reporting standards for financial institutions and investment firms operating in Uganda.
Program Optimalisasi Skill Siswa SMK pada Bidang Fotografi dan Videografi untuk Persiapan Menghadapi Dunia Kerja
Authors: Ratri Arum Andary , Tyas Inno Cahyaning , Hilmy Muhammad
Published: December 2023

Dewasa ini, persaingan akan dunia kerja semakin ketat. Jumlah pencari kerja dengan lapangan pekerjaan yang tersedia tidak sebanding (Arifin Sani, 2019). Para pencari kerja haruslah memiliki skill atau keterampilan agar mempunyai nilai lebih pada saat mencari pekerjaan. Salah satu skill yang saat ini banyak dibutuhkan di tengah pesatnya perkembangan teknologi adalah skill fotografi dan videografi. SMK Safinatul Huda yang lulusannya nanti diharapkan siap untuk menghadapi dunia kerja belum pernah mendapatkan pembekalan ataupun pelatihan seputar Fotografi dan Videografi. Metode yang dapat diterapkan adalah dengan memberikan pelatihan seputar Fotografi dan Videografi. Pelatihan tersebut terlebih dahulu diberikan beberapa pemaparan terkait pengetahuan apa saja yang diperlukan, kemudian dilakukan praktek langsung. Berdasarkan hasil dari kegiatan pelatihan yang telah dilakukan, seluruh peserta kegiatan pelatihan yang awalnya sama sekali tidak memiliki pengetahuan seputar fotografi dan videografi menjadi bisa. Hal tersebut ditunjukkan oleh beberapa foto dan video yang telah dihasilkan dan berdasarkan testimoni dari beberapa peserta pelatihan.
Manajemen pencegahan penyakit tidak menular melalui pemberdayaan SDM kesehatan (KADER) di wilayah kerja Puskesmas Suranadi Lombok Barat NTB
Authors: Mardiatun Mardiatun , Dramawan Awan , Fathoni Akhmad
Published: December 2023

Indonesia saat ini menghadapi beban ganda penyakit, yaitu penyakit menular dan Penyakit Tidak Menular. Perubahan pola penyakit tersebut sangat dipengaruhi antara lain oleh perubahan lingkungan, perilaku masyarakat, transisi demografi, teknologi, ekonomi dan sosial budaya. Peningkatan beban akibat PTM sejalan dengan meningkatnya faktor risiko yang meliputi meningkatnya tekanan darah, gula darah, indeks massa tubuh atau obesitas, pola makan tidak sehat, kurang aktivitas fisik, dan merokok serta alkohol.  Tujuan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah Meningkatkan pengetahuan Keterampilan SDM Kesehatan ( kader) tentang Pemeriksaan Faktor Resiko PTM dan untuk Meningkatkan Pengetahuan Keterampilan masyarakat (kader) tentang Pengukuran Faktor Resiko PTM (Khusus Hipertensi). Metode   yang   digunakan   yaitu   pendidikan   kesehatan   dengan   ceramah   dan demonstrasi.  Kegiatan ini menghasilkan kader yang mampu melakukan pemeriksaan dan pengukuran factor resiko PTM, di mana data ini sangat di butuhkan sebagai langkah awal dalam menemukan kasus dini PTM di tingkat dasar yang nantinya bisa di gunakan oleh pemegang program puskesmas khusus PTM.  Dengan  demikian diharapkan   peran   serta   dari   Kader   tersebut   untuk  mencegah dan menemukan kasus lebih dini bisa di lakukan.
Penggunaan media booklet pada kader untuk meningkatkan kepatuhan berobat penderita hipertensi
Authors: Daryono Daryono , Masnah Cek
Published: December 2023

Sebagian besar pasien yang mengalami hipertensi ditemukan memiliki tingkat kepatuhan gaya hidup sehat yang tergolong rendah. Tidak patuhnya pasien hipertensi terhadap gaya hidup sehat mengakibatkan tidak terkontrolnya tekanan darah. Tekanan darah sistolik dan diastolik harus selalu dikontrol agar tetap dalam batas normal karena komplikasi hipertensi akan terjadi apabila tekanan darah tidak dikendalikan. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui penggunaan media booklet pada kader untuk  meningkatkan  kepatuhan berobat penderita hipertensi. Metode pengabdian kepada masyarakat menggunakan pemberian edukasi berupa penggunaan media booklet pada kader. Sebelum pemberian edukasi, tim pengabdi melakukan pengukuran pengetahuan dan setelah pemberian edukasi diukur lagi pengetahuan penderita hipertensi. Pendampingan pasien Hipertensi dengan pemberian booklet, kotak obat dan pemasangan poster sebagai upaya pemberdayaan dapat meningkatkan pengetahuan.
Sosialisasi penggunaan instrumen self screening untuk meningkatkan peran kader dalam pencegahan penularan penyakit tuberkulosis
Authors: Suharti Suharti , Abbasiah Abbasiah
Published: December 2023

Tuberkulosis merupakan penyakit yang disebabkan oleh Mycobacterium Tuberculosa yang menyerang jaringan paru-paru. Angka penularan pemnyakit ini masih sangat tinggi, terutama pada Negara berkembang seperti Indonesia. Metode pelaksanaan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah pemberian edukasi kepada kader yang dilaksanakan oleh tim pengabdi dari Poltekkes Jambi yang terdiri atas dosen dan mahasiswa. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan bahwa ada perbedaan tingkat pengetahuan dan keterampilan kader dalam meningkatkan perannya dalam pencegahan penularan penyakit tuberculosis. Hal ini terlihat dari kuesioner pre dan post test yang diisi oleh kader. Sosialisasi ini menghasilkan peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan kader tentang cara mencegah penularan penyakit tuberkulosis dengan menggunakan instrument self screening.
Pendampingan manajemen pembesaran ikan nila di Pokdakan Mina Berkah Mandiri Kabupaten Bangka
Authors: Adibrata Sudirman , Lingga Rahmad , Dalimunthe Nurzaidah Putri , Fatimah Siti
Published: December 2023

Pertumbuhan populasi manusia terus meningkat sehingga pemenuhan kebutuhan protein hewani ikan menjadi tantangan utama dalam menjaga ketahanan pangan. Tujuan dari kegiatan PKM ini adalah mengetahui penerapan probiotik pada usaha pembesaran ikan nila di Pokdakan Mina Berkah Mandiri. Metode memuat mengenai waktu kegiatan PKM yang dilaksanakan mulai bulan Agustus hingga Nopember 2023, mulai dari persiapan kolam, pencarian benih ikan dan pakan pellet, pemeliharaan ikan, penggunaan probiotik Probio_FmUBB, pembuatan artikel jurnal dan pelaporan. Kegiatan ini bertempat di kolam STC Agro sebagai anggota Pokdakan Mina Berkah Mandiri Desa Balunijuk, Kecamatan Merawang, Kabupaten Bangka, Provinsi Kepulauan Bangka Belitung. Metode partisipatif dilakukan dimana menekankan pada peran dan partisipasi aktif dari pengelola kolam STC Agro dalam pembesaran ikan nila. Hasil PKM menunjukan bahwa monitoring kualitas air dapat membantu kondisi air agar terjaga pada level yang optimal untuk hidupnya biota budidaya. Parameter kualitas air seperti suhu, pH, dan oksigen terlarut (DO) dapat dikendalikan dengan lebih baik, mengurangi risiko stres pada ikan dan meminimalkan kemungkinan penyakit. Penggunaan teknologi probiotik Probio_FmUBB ini menjadi solusi praktis untuk mengatasi kendala dalam pengelolaan lingkungan budidaya. Penggunaan formulasi pakan yang dicampur probiotik berdasarkan kebutuhan gizi ikan nila telah mengoptimalkan konsumsi pakan. Informasi kematian ikan terjadi dimana-mana, kolam ikan yang sudah diberi probiotik Probio_FmUBB baik pada pakan pellet maupun pada air kolam langsung dapat memberikan dampak positif. Perbedaan daya adaptasi dan kerentanan ikan terbukti dengan adanya kematian yang relatif sedikit di kolam STC Agro dibandingkan dengan kematian ikan di kolam Pokdakan Kulong Kelat Pagarawan.
Sosialisasi pembuatan pupuk organik vermikompos dan penerapannya pada sistem tumpangsari tanaman jagung pada perkebunan kelapa sawit
Authors: Leomo Sitti , Raharjo Sapto , Sarinah Sarinah , Tuheteru Faisal Danu , Albasri Albasri , Nuraida Waode , Thahir Muhammad Afif Febrian , Fikar Fikar , Hayati Nur , Anisa Amiratul , Mawarni Mawarni
Published: December 2023

Desa Lombuea merupakan salah satu desa di Kecamatan Moramo Utara Kabupaten Konawe Selatan Provinsi Sulawesi Tenggara. Desa ini memiliki potensi kelapa sawit, namun produktivitasnya rendah. Oleh karena itu, perlu dilakukan upaya peningkatan melalui produksi dan aplikasi pupuk organik vermikompos. Banyak studi melaporkan bahwa aplikasi vermikompos dapat memperbaiki sifat tanah khususnya kesuburan tanah dan meningkatkan pertumbuhan dan produksi tanaman pertanian dan perkebunan. Selain produktivitas rendah, pengetahuan petani atau masyarakat terkait produksi dan teknik penerapan juga masih rendah. Dengan demikian, perlu dilakukan sosiasilisasi terkait produksi pupuk organik vermikompos dan Teknik aplikasinya. Tujuan pelaksanaan KKN Tematik adalah meningkatkan pengetahuan dan ketrampilan petani terkait produksi dan penerapan vermikompos oleh petani kelapa sawit dari desa Lombuea. KKN tematik akan melibatkan 15 mahasiswa Universitas Halu Oleo. Tahapan pelaksanaan meliputi koordinasi tim KKN tematik dengan pemerintah desa, penyerahan mahasiswa KKN tematik, pelaksanaan kegiatan KKN (sosialisasi produksi vermikompos dan penerapannya), monitoring dan evaluasi serta penarikan mahasiswa KKN tematik. Luaran KKN yang akan dicapai adalah produk barang berupa pupuk organik vermikompos, 1 (satu) artikel jurnal pengabdian, berita kegiatan pada media massa local (cetak atau online) dan video kegiatan KKN Tematik.
Edukasi Melalui Video Digital Tentang Simulasi Cara Perawatan Payudara (Breast Care) dan Pijat Oksitosin Untuk Mendukung Keberhasilan Ibu Memberikan ASI
Authors: Suryani Suryani , Suryanti Yuli , Danaz Nst Atika Fadhilah , Silvanora Rice
Published: December 2023

Stunting merupakan masalah global yang sangat serius dan menjadi perhatian di seluruh dunia. Menurut Word Health Organization (WHO), stunting adalah keadaan pendek menurut umur yang ditandai dengan nilai indeks tinggi badan atau panjang badan menurut umur (TB/U atau PB/U) kurang dari -2 standar deviasi. Stunting disebabkan kekurangan gizi kronis dan infeksi berulang-ulang selama masa 1000 Hari Pertama Kehidupan. Berdasarkan data Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Muaro Jambi Tahun 2022, angka kejadian stunting di Desa Suka Maju Kecamatan Mestong sebanyak 10 Balita, dan 8 Balita. Hasil Pengabdian menunjukkan nilai rerata skor pengetahuan sebelum edukasi CESGA adalah 64.88 dengan nilai minimal 10 dan nilai maksimal 85. Setelah diberikan edukasi CESGA rerata pengetahuan ibu hamil meningkat menjadi 92 dengan nilai minimal 75 dan maksimal 100. Hasil Skiring status gizi ibu hamil dengan ukuran lingkar lengan atas lebih dari 23,5 cm sebanyak 36 orang (90%) dan ukuran lingkar lengan atas kurang dari 23,5 cm sebanyak 4 orang (10%). Hasil Skiring status gizi ibu hamil dengan kadar Hb kurang dari 11gr% sebanyak 5 (12.5%), kadar Hb lebih dari 11gr% sebanyak 35 ibu hamil (87.5%). Simpulan pengabdian ini adalah ada peningkatan pengetahuan ibu hamil tentang gizi ibu hamil.
Pendampingan Pengolahan Nira Pohon Nipah dalam Diversifikasi usaha GKN bersujud Tanahbumbu pada Program Kosabangsa
Authors: Hadi Samsul , Tryasmono Liling , Gunawan Gunawan , Setiawan Deni , Nastiti Kunti , Noval Noval , Yusri Yusri , Wijaya Eka Setya
Published: December 2023

Nipah, sebuah tumbuhan yang dapat tumbuh pada daerah payau sampai dengan daerah mangrove, juga daerah pasang-surut laut. Nipah termasuk dalam genus palm yang dapat menghasilkan nira yang manis. Melihat potensi itu maka pangabdian ini dilakukan, dengan tujuan melakukan diversifikasi usaha GKN, menggunakan bahan baku nira dari sadapan tanaman nipah. Metode yang digunakan dalam pengabdian ini adalah kegiatan observasi, analisis, pelatihan dan pengarahan. Hasil dari pendampingan ini adalah peningkatan ilmu pengetahuan, kemampuan dan ketrampilan anggota GKN bersujud berkaitan dengan pengalahan nira dari pohon nipah untuk menjadi gula rendah kalori. Kesimpulan dalam kegiatan ini adalah anggota GKN bersujud mendapatkan pengeetahuan baru dan ketrampilan dalam melihat potensi yang ada disekitarnya berkaitan dengan keberadaan pohon nipah.
Pembinaan dan Pengembangan Tim UKS dalam Meningkatkan Pengetahuan Kesehatan Reproduksi pada Pelajar di SMPN 14 Palu
Authors: Astrid Ratri , Kristiani Kristiani , Rahma Annisa Nur , Djelau Aprilia Marshanda , Bulumulawa Indri , Arini Arini
Published: December 2023

Kesehatan reproduksi remaja menjadi perhatian utama di perkotaan, di mana sekitar 5,2 juta remaja putri mengalami berbagai masalah setelah menstruasi, termasuk pruritus vulvae yang menyebabkan gatal pada organ intim wanita. Kekurangan kesadaran dan pengetahuan tentang kebersihan area genital dapat berdampak negatif pada kesehatan organ reproduksi wanita, menciptakan masalah seperti peningkatan cairan vagina, iritasi vulva, gatal, bau yang tidak sedap, ketidaknyamanan, dan masalah buang air kecil. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah melakukan pembinaan dan pengembangan Tim UKS untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan kesehatan reproduksi pada pelajar di SMPN 14 Palu. Kegiatan ini melibatkan beberapa tahap, termasuk survei lokasi, pengurusan perijinan, penyusunan jadwal kegiatan, dan pelaksanaan penyuluhan dengan materi seperti pernikahan dini, kebersihan vulva, pergaulan bebas, HIV/AIDS, aborsi, cuci tangan, dan penggunaan alat-alat kesehatan. Kegiatan ini diakhiri dengan sesi tanya jawab dan diskusi terkait tema Kesehatan Reproduksi Remaja, serta evaluasi melalui kuesioner terbuka kepada TIM UKS SMPN 14 Palu. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan keberhasilan kegiatan pelatihan ini, dengan pengetahuan kategori baik mencapai 100%, meningkat dari sebelumnya yang memiliki tingkat baik sebesar 46,7%, cukup 33,3%, dan kurang 20%. Dengan demikian, kegiatan ini efektif dalam meningkatkan pengetahuan dan menciptakan perubahan positif sebelum dan sesudah implementasi.
Implementasi Permainan Tradisional Ular Naga Dalam Menstimulasi Kemampuan Sosial Kelas 1SD Negeri 101912 Pagar Merbau
Authors: Sitorus Jesika
Published: December 2023

Latar belakang: Permainan tradisional adalah budaya bangsa yang diwariskan secara turun-temurun dan sering dimainkan oleh anak-anak dalam kegiatan kesehariannya. Permainan tradisional memberikan kesan menyenangkan dalam kegiatannya meskipun hanya menggunakan alat-alat sederhana ataupun hanya melakukan gerak fisik saja. Banyak manfaat dari memainkan permainan tradisonal yakni salah satunya adalah mengembangkan kemampuan sosial anak. Kemampuan sosial anak dapat dikembangkan dengan kegiatan bermain. Bermain ialah sebuah aktivitas yang sangat akrab dengan kehidupan anak-anak. Pada saat individu dalam proses pembentukan diri dari anak-anak menuju dewasa tidak ada satupun individu yang tidak mengenal kegiatan permainan Metode penelitian:Penelitian ini termasuk dalam kategori penelitian lapangan karena informasi yang dibutuhkan untuk menyusun karya ilmiah tersebut berasal dari lapangan masyarakat, khususnya SD Negeri 101912 Pagar Merbau. Penelitian ini menggunakan metodologi penelitian kualitatif dan pendekatan fenomenologi.  Hasil penelitian: Dalam permainan ular naga dapat menstimulus kemampuan sosial anak seperti anak dapat berbagi peran saat memulai langkah dimana anak ada yang berperan sebagai pemimpin untuk mengintruksikan langkah mana yang akan dimulai dan ada yang menjadi anggota untuk mengikuti intruksi yang ada. Pada permainan tradisional ular nagayang dilakukan guru menggunakan media yang mudah didapat disekitar lingkungan sekolah. Kesimpulan: Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dan pembahasan dapat disimpulkan bahwa implementasi permainan tradisional ular naga dalam menstimulus kemampuan sosial anak di SD Negeri 101912 Pagar Merbau yang pertama perencanaan yaitu berisi guru mempersiapkan modul ajar, guru melakukan    pijakan sebelum bermain dengan menyampaikan langkah-langkah dan kesepakatan- kesepakatan. Dalam pelaksanaan guru menerapkan permain tradisional ular naga dengan cara berkelompok Pada evaluasi guru melakukan penilaian ceklist terhadap anak dengan kategori sangat baik dalam lembar instrument penilaian
Decoding Demographics on Generation Z's Post-Pandemic Shopping Trends: E-Commerce Evolution 4.0, the Digital Shopper's Dilemma, and Tailoring Strategies
Authors: Islam Khadija , Polas Mohammad Rashed Hasan , Parvin Kohinur , Akter Tahmina
Published: December 2023

This quantitative study investigates the impact of demographic factors on customer satisfaction and subsequent online purchase intentions among Generation Z university students in Dhaka, Bangladesh, during the post-COVID-19 era. Employing a cross-sectional research design, the study uses a stratified random sampling technique to collect data from 433 respondents. The questionnaire, based on a five-point Likert scale, explores variables such as gender, internet literacy, product price perception, income, education, customer satisfaction, and intention to purchase. IBM SPSS Version 25 (Licensed) is used for data analysis, incorporating descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis. The study unveils positive and significant relationships between gender, internet literacy, product price, income, and education with customer satisfaction. Moreover, a robust link between customer satisfaction and the intention to purchase online is identified. Theoretical frameworks such as Social Identity Theory and Consumer Satisfaction Models guide the research, highlighting the importance of a nuanced understanding for tailored marketing strategies. The findings contribute valuable insights for businesses and policymakers navigating the post-COVID-19 digital landscape. Future research avenues include exploring emerging technologies and cross-cultural variations within Generation Z.
Market Study of Fermented Rice Bran (FRB)- Incorporated Bakery Products in Leyte, Philippines: Input to New Product Development
Authors:   University of Southeastern Philippines, Bo. Obrero, Davao City, Bocog Rolen A. , Paradero Angelita L. ,   Department of Business Management, Visayas State University, Visca, Baybay City, Leyte
Published: December 2023

Rice bran is typically utilized as animal feed but is recently been used in nutraceuticals due to its vast nutritional components. Using fermented rice bran (FRB) as adjunct food ingredient promotes health among consumers. In the Philippines, adding FRB into foods is a fresh product concept. Developing FRBincorporated food products requires that the new products are consumeroriented, that is, it optimally fit with the needs and expectations of the consumers. The study seeks to assess consumers' perceptions and purchase intention for loaf bread, pan de sal, cookies, and other bread added with fermented rice bran (FRB) as input to developing FRB-incorporated bakery products. Descriptive analysis was performed to analyze the respondents' socio-demographic characteristics, purchase and consumption data for the existing bakery products, and their awareness, perceptions, and purchase intensions for FRB-incorporated bakery products. Binary regression analysis was employed to determine the factors affecting consumers' purchase intention toward bakery products added with FRB. Results showed that majority (79%) of the respondents perceived FRBincorporated bakery products as nutritious. Their willingness to pay for FRBincorporated loaf bread (PhP53.39/piece), FRB-incorporated pan de sal (PhP3.80/piece), FRB-incorporated other breads (PhP7.67/piece), and FRBincorporated cookies (PhP8.31/piece) were higher than the prices of the existing (non-FRB-incorporated) bakery products. Regression analysis reveals that educational attainment (coefficient=0.86, p=0.038), mother as household decision-maker (coefficient=2.40, p=0.051), consumers' perception for the FRBincorporated bakery products being healthy (coefficient=3.29, p=0.022) and perceived good taste (coefficient =0.19, p=0.001) were significant factors affecting consumers' willingness to buy bakery products added with fermented rice bran. The results can be used by product developers, potential technology adopters, and other stakeholders for developing FRB-incorporated bakery products.