bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La problématique des capitaux propres minimaux et solutions à y apporter en cas d'atteinte de ce seuil planché
Authors:   Université Pédagogique Nationale, Longo Nzuzi
Published: September 2024

Suite aux résultats déficitaires qui font baisser les capitaux propres, menaçant d’atteindre la moitié du capital social, seuil planché qui peut conduire à la dissolution de la société, des solutions sont envisagées. Il s’agit notamment de la signature des contrats de concession de service public dont l’avantage est de diminuer la charge d’amortissement par la non prise en compte des consommations d’investissements désormais identifiées dans le domaine public de l’Etat ; de la signature des contrats de performance avec l’Etat-Propriétaire sur base d’un business plan avec des critères de performance et d’évaluation périodique bien spécifiques, mesurables, agréés, réalisables et limités dans le temps ; de l’ouverture des capitaux propres à d’autres investisseurs qui, au- delà des avantages et inconvénients, a pour conséquence de ramener les capitaux propres à un niveau supérieur au seuil planché ; de la réévaluation libre qui demeure interdite dans notre pays ; de l’incorporation des emprunts dans le capital social afin de ne plus supporter les paiements dus au service de la dette et de la restructuration de certaines entreprises du portefeuille en vue de les rendre plus souples et plus adaptées pour la clientèle. Mots-clés : capitaux propres minimaux, seuil planché.
PORTEE ANALYTIQUE SUR LES ENJEUX ET DEFIS DE L’AGROFORESTERIE EN REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO
Authors:   Université Pédagogique Nationale, Iwolo Ikwele
Published: September 2024

En RDC, 90 % de la production agricole est assurée par des ménages ruraux dans des systèmes très faiblement productifs faute d’encadrement approprié. La filière du bois-énergie couvre 90 % des besoins des ménages tout en constituant un secteur d’activité majeur en termes d’emplois. Dans ce contexte, l’agroforesterie apparaît comme une solution pour mettre en valeur par l’agriculture des zones moins fertiles comme les savanes, tout en offrant une alternative au défrichement de forêts naturelles riches en biodiversité comme en carbone, sans pour autant condamner la filière du bois-énergie. En dépit de son statut post-conflit, la RDC se trouve pourtant dans une position unique de par son étendue immense, l’incroyable richesse de ses ressources environnementales relativement intactes et son sous-développement relatif. Ainsi, l’intégration précoce de considérations environnementales dans le processus de reconstruction et de reprise économique peut avoir une influence majeure sur l’avenir du pays en termes de développement durable. Cet article cherche, en dépit des enjeux et problèmes environnementaux, comment chevaucher la nécessité de la relance du secteur agricole d’une part, pour assurer la sécurité alimentaire avec les mécanismes de la protection des espaces forestiers en RDC d’une autre. Mots-clés : agroforesterie, environnement, pollution.
Tradition of storytelling during corn collection at Orlalan Village
Authors: Costa João Rui Lemos da , Viana Xisto , Tilman Rosa da Costa
Published: September 2024

In this text, we seek to approach the tradition of ‘haktuir ai-knanoik’ at harvesting new corn time, in Suco Orlalan, Posto Administrativo Laclubar. Knowing that in the past the community of this village used to practice the tradition of telling stories, particularly the Manu-Makikit (miracle) story when carrying out the activity of harvesting new corn, which nowadays is beginning to be devalued due to the younger population He is not used to telling stories inherited from his ancestors. In this text, we seek to present the opinions of some katuas from Suco Orlalan on the tradition of haktuir ai-knanoik manu-makikit and its respective forms of preservation.
Algumas peculiaridades do português e do tétum e a aprendizagem do português em Timor-Leste
Authors: Das Neves Eugénia de Jesus
Published: September 2024

Este trabalho tem como objetivo verificar as diferenças entre a língua portuguesa e a língua tétum como fatores que dificultam o aluno na aprendizagem do português. As duas línguas são cooficiais em Timor-Leste e estão definidas na Constituição da República Democrática de Timor-Leste (RDTL) e também na Lei Bases de Educação como línguas de ensino. Na maioria das escolas, o tétum serve de auxiliar no processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Na Universidade Nacional Timor Lorosa’e, mais especificamente, no Departamento de Ensino de Língua Portuguesa (DELP), as aulas são dadas em língua portuguesa e os alunos ingressos encontram grandes dificuldades em aprender e aplicar nas aulas, relativamente à fala e a escrita, com muitos desvios da norma. A questão que se coloca é qual seria o motivo de a maioria dos estudantes do DELP encontrar muitas dificuldades na aprendizagem do português, apesar de haver muitas facilidades em termos de materiais didáticos ou outros meios de aprendizagem. A realidade mostra que as características peculiares de cada língua, ou seja, da língua tétum ou de outra língua materna que o aluno tem influenciam na língua portuguesa, corroborando para que neste nível de escolarização, em que o aluno deveria estar já na etapa de operacionalização – que consiste em assegurar o alargamento da competência linguística –, os discentes ainda se encontrem na etapa de familiarização, o que não possibilita o aluno criar condições para a iniciação à apreciação literária.
Increasing Children's Self-Confidence Through Coloring Competitions in Laban Village
Authors: Azkiyatun Nasiha  , Dimas Faturrohman  , Heny Cipto Wening  , Iqbal Hasyim  , Laili Zakiyatul Hanafiyah  , Miftahul Hasanah  , M. Abdul Azzam  , M. Sekhan Khasan
Published: September 2024

Self-Esteem is an Important Aspect in Child Development, Particularly in Preschool Age (TK). One Way to Enhance Children's Self-Esteem is Through Coloring Contests, Where Children Can Express Their Creativity Freely. This Study Aims to Investigate the Impact of Coloring Contests on Increasing Children's Self-Esteem. The Methods Used Include Planning, Guidance, and Observation During the Conduct of the Coloring Contest Involving 153 Children from Several Educational Institutions. The Results Show That This Activity Not Only Fosters Enjoyment but Also Successfully Boosts Children's Self-Esteem. Children Feel Proud of Their Creations and Are More Confident in Expressing Themselves. The Coloring Contest Proves to Be an Effective Tool for Developing Children's Self-Esteem in Early Childhood.
Membentuk Generasi Anti-Bullying di Desa Dempelrejo (Seminar Anti-Bullying di SDN Dempelrejo)
Authors: Fariza Mukholifah  , M. Roikhan Ali Anwar  , Ahmad Munif  , Alya Afi Malika Putri  , Arfika Nur Aini Dalila  , Siti Afifah  , Fia Muna Ayu Anjana  , Saifudin
Published: September 2024

The prevalence of bullying, even among elementary school children, requires serious attention from all parties. In an effort to shape a generation free from bullying behavior, the KKN MIT 18 program in Dempelrejo Village conducted an anti-bullying seminar at SDN 1 Dempelrejo. This program aimed to provide education on the types of bullying, its impact, and prevention strategies. The seminar was met with high enthusiasm from the students, and through the materials and interactive sessions, they are expected to understand and apply anti-bullying values in their daily lives. The results of the activity showed an increased understanding among students regarding the dangers of bullying and the importance of creating a safe and comfortable school environment.
Methodologies to evaluate recommender systems
Authors:   , Michiels Lien
Published: September 2024

In the current digital landscape, recommender systems play a pivotal role in shaping users' online experiences by providing personalized recommendations for relevant products, news articles, media content, and more. Their pervasive use makes the thorough evaluation of these systems of paramount importance. This dissertation addresses two key challenges in the evaluation of recommender systems. Part II of the dissertation focuses on improving methodologies for offline evaluation. Offline evaluation is a prevalent method for assessing recommendation algorithms in both academia and industry. Despite its widespread use, offline evaluations often suffer from methodological flaws that undermine their validity and real-world impact. This dissertation makes three key contributions to improving the reliability, internal and ecological validity, replicability, reproducibility, and reusability of offline evaluations. First, it presents an extensive review of the current state of practice and knowledge in offline evaluation, proposing a comprehensive set of better practices to address the reliability, replicability, and validity of offline evaluations. Next, it introduces RecPack, an open-source experimentation toolkit designed to facilitate reliable, reproducible, and reusable offline evaluations. Finally, it presents RecPack Tests, a test suite designed to ensure the correctness of recommendation algorithm implementations, thereby enhancing the reliability of offline evaluations. Part III of the dissertation examines the measurement of filter bubbles and serendipity. Both concepts have garnered significant attention due to concerns about the potential negative impacts of recommender systems on users of online platforms. One concern is that personalized content, especially on news and media platforms, may lock users into prior beliefs, contributing to increased polarization in society. Another concern is that exposure only to content previously expressed interest in may lead to boredom and eliminate surprise, preventing users from experiencing serendipity. This research makes three contributions to the study of filter bubbles and serendipity. First, it proposes an operational definition of technological filter bubbles, clarifying the ambiguity surrounding the concept. Second, it introduces a regression model for measuring their presence and strength in news recommendations, providing practitioners with the tools to rigorously study filter bubbles and gather real-world evidence of their (non-)existence. Finally, it proposes a feature repository for serendipity in recommender systems, offering a framework for evaluating how system design can influence users' experiences of serendipity in online information environments. In summary, the findings and tools developed in this dissertation advance the theoretical understanding of recommender system evaluation while offering practical tools for industry practitioners and researchers.
CHANGES IN CHINESE CULTURE AND EDUCATION AFTER THE POLICY OF "OPENNESS AND REFORM"
Authors: Dauen Dinara , Искакова Зухра
Published: September 2024

The article analyzes the development and transformation of Chinese culture and fields of knowledge after the policy of "openness and reform" and examines modern changes. Through this policy, the goal was set to promote China's political, economic, educational, scientific and cultural ties with other countries that for many years adhered to the "closed door policy", had a backward economy and all industries and farms were state-owned. The main purpose of studying this topic was to study the development and transformation of education and culture - the most important areas of society's activity after the policy of "openness and reform". The main task of studying the topic was to identify the development and changes in the field of education and culture in China after the policy of "openness and reform". This is due to the fact that the changes that followed the policy of "openness and reform" led not only to material well-being, 4-fold GDP growth, new multi-storey buildings that appear every day, a variety of products, beautiful clothes and jewelry, spacious houses and an increasingly convenient transport system, but also to the An important part of the state's development course is education- to promote the entry into the path of development of science and culture, completely transformational processes of the spiritual appearance, way of thinking and intellectual and cultural life of a completely new Chinese people. The main news of the study is that the article analyzes how modern Chinese culture was able to combine traditional culture with a new modernized model due to this successful policy, as a result of which it comprehensively examines and concludes about the cultural development of China, which has become a developed leading country.
THE "PRAETORIANS" OF THE EAST: THE KIPCHAK ELITE IN EGYPT.
Authors: Konkabayeva Nazym , Abdrakhmanova Kulsyn
Published: September 2024

Annotation. Turkic culture and history in the modern world are undergoing a reassessment. This is due both to the increasing rethinking of one's identity and to a general spiritual uplift. The search for spiritual landmarks in the history of the medieval Turks in one way or another concerns our distant ancestors, who, by the will of fate, found themselves in a foreign land, but continued to remain faithful to their customs and culture. One of these landmarks was Sultan Beybarys, who became a symbol of loyalty to his customs and people. Ruling in a distant country, Beybarys, due to circumstances, tried to recreate a closed caste group united not only by profession, but also by kinship. The study of such groups, which have no analogues in the history of the Middle East, is an urgent task for the researcher, including the drawing of historical parallels will make it possible to better reconstruct events that took place at different times throughout the steppe belt of Eurasia.

The Mamluks, as a dynasty of professional military, whose history ended only after the conquest of Egypt by Napoleon, attracted and for a long time will be in the focus of attention of the entire world community in general, and domestic academic circles in particular. Their successful struggle against the Mongols and Crusaders, as well as an effective management system, allowed Egypt to be recreated as an empire, controlling almost the entire eastern Mediterranean coast in the best periods.
ESTABLISHMENT OF THE TURKISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY IN THE REPUBLIC OF TURKEY: HISTORY AND IDEOLOGY (EARLY 30S OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY)
Authors: Moryakova Malika , Smağūlov Bolat
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to the study of the main stages of formation and ideology in the early 30s. XX century one of the largest scientific societies in Turkey – the Turkish Historical Society, which has the constitutional status of a society for the scientific study and popularization of Turkish culture and history. In the course of the study, the authors came to the conclusion that the Turkish Historical Society, created with the direct participation of the state, laid down the main scientific directions and topics of historical, archaeological and ethnographic research. The desire of Turkish society to search for its historical and ethnic roots stimulated interest in studying not only the history of pre-Ottoman and pre-Seljuk Turkey, but also the history and ethnography of the Turkic peoples of Central Asia and Siberia. This was reflected in the research topics of Turkish scientists, the organization of translations into Turkish of scientific works of researchers from other countries on the history and ethnography of related peoples, and the regular familiarization of the scientific community with scientific research on these topics in other countries, primarily in the USSR. The creation of the Turkish Historical Society created favorable conditions for the formation of a national historiography on the history of Turkey.
LEGAL ETHNOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF THE PROTECTION OF ANCIENT DOG BREEDS: THE EXAMPLE OF TURKEY AND CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES
Authors: Kozhahmetov Bagashar , Kartaeva Tattygul , Бейсегулова Айнура
Published: September 2024

Abstract. Studying the history and revival of ancient (aboriginal) dog breeds, including the Kazakh greyhound/shepherd dog (tobet), Kyrgyz sighthound, Uzbek greyhound, Turkmen greyhound, alabay breeds, is a very significant event in the context of the complicated relationship between “man and nature” nowadays. Kazakh greyhound, Kyrgyz greyhound, Uzbek greyhound is a member of the Eastern greyhound family which is found from North Africa to Central Asia. Moreover, tobets are ancient dog breeds that found from Eurasia – to south-west Asia. There is no doubt that Central Asia is considered the homeland of greyhound and tobet. The sacred consideration of the dog as one of the “seven treasures” of the Kazakh people is firmly entrenched in the minds of Kazakhs. Although there are different versions of the composition of “seven treasures”, in all version the cognition of “dog” was passed from generation to generation without change. In recent years, it has been clearly seen that the number of pure breeds of Kazakh greyhound and Kazakh tobet, one of the cultural values of the Kazakh people, has decreased and it is completely absent in some regions. As well as, the number of zhargak breeds of greyhound has significantly reduced than shashak greyhounds. The change in the species of tobets has become evident in recent years and has caused concern among traditional dog breeders. Supporters of ancient dog breeds, traditional dog breeders and professional cynologists have received support at the government level for open public opinion regarding the decline and entry into change of purebred greyhounds and purebred tobets.
THE CPC NATIONAL TERRITORIAL AUTONOMY POLICY AND ITS IMPLEMENTATION IN XINJIANG
Authors: Massimkhanuly Duken , Darbay Nazerke , Turlygozhayeva Altyngul
Published: September 2024

The National territorial autonomy system of the People's Republic of China is one of the most important political institutions of the country. There are 55 ethnic groups living in this country, with the exception of the Chinese people (Hanzu), the vast majority of whom are legally entitled to national territorial autonomy. However, depending on the number of minority souls, the location of the region of residence in the country, the overall size of the region, the specifics of religion, etc., the implementation of the law on autonomy, conducted by the CPC, remains peculiar. Therefore, from the point of view of economic, political, historical, demographic, social and cultural characteristics, the CPC's policy in the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region also has its own specifics. The authors of the article consider the specifics of the implementation of the CPC national autonomy policy in Xinjiang on the basis of the country's domestic foreign policy and international geopolitical conditions.

The main purpose of this article is to consider the policy that the modern Chinese authorities adhere to in relation to national autonomous regions, including the characteristics and features of the regional governance policy that is actually implemented in the XUAR. And the main tasks of the work include a summary of national autonomies in China, determining the specifics of national policy in it and discussing issues that persist in the regions. In carrying out these tasks, methods of comparative historical analysis, systemic structural, induction, retrospective, chronological scientific research were used.

The novelty of the study lies in the comparison of the real state of power and public order in the national autonomous regions, conducted by the leadership of the CPC. The results of the study allow for a deeper understanding of the role and features of autonomous regions in improving the integrity and sustainable development of the country by the Government of the People's Republic of China, and these results can be useful to regional scientists, Oriental Sinologists, as well as specialists in the field of intercultural interaction.
NATURAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SITUATION OF XINJIANG AND PROBLEMS OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE POPULATION
Authors: Sarkytkhan Kaster , Yerbolat Yelai
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the article is to analyze the natural and geographical, socio-economic, ecological situation, and special public environment of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region and study its level of socio-economic development in the context of market economic relations, comparing it with other developed areas of the state and differentiating its causes and consequences. Based on the goal, the following tasks are considered: the natural state and natural resource potential of Xinjiang, the stages of socio-political development, ethnic composition and geography of their settlement, the diversity of the level of economic development within the district, the ratio of the social status and natural-ecological environment of the district, especially the southern region, the economic and social policy pursued by the Chinese authorities and the analysis of its results.

Historical, comparative, statistical, and narrative methods were used during the writing of the article. The main idea of the article is that the authors reveal Xinjiang's important strategic position at the domestic and international levels and present its importance in China's relations with the countries of Central Asia. The main results and analyses of the article are a description of the role of large infrastructure projects implemented based on the One Belt, One Road program in changing the cultural, economic and socio - demographic landscape of the region and, in connection with this, a financial and geographical differentiation of the causes and consequences of the emergence of many ethnic and social problems that directly affect social stability and sustainable development
THE PARADIGM OF POLITICAL REALISM IN THE STUDY OF INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Authors: Ospanov Nurlan
Published: September 2024

Abstract. Theorists of political realism consider states to be the main players in the international arena, while international organizations are given a secondary role. In their research, realists come to the conclusion that the key component in international relations is power and authority. This article presents the main paradigms and approaches of theoretical realism in relation to international organizations. Drawing on the history of the League of Nations, United Nations and other international organizations, political realists are skeptical of institutionalism, which views norms and rules as the basis of world politics. Along with this, realists argue that international institutions are based on the interaction of power and national interests in the international system. At the same time, they emphasize that international organizations cannot force a strong state to obey rules that do not meet its interests. The article analyzes the policies of “strong” and “weak” states during voting, when influential international players seek to influence the voting of their supporters and opponents in international organizations. The interest of states in participating in voting is to gain leverage over stronger partners on issues of interest to them in international institutions.
CHANGING OF THE FORMAT OF DEFENSIVE WAR OF THE TURKIC NOMADS DURING THE MIDDLE AGES AND MODERN ERA
Authors: Ujkenov Ernar , Smagulov Bolat
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to the study of changes in the format of conducting defensive war among the Turkic nomads of the Eurasian space. Methods and approaches to conducting this type of combat operations are analyzed in the context of changing foreign policy situations and the military-technical superiority of European powers in modern times. At the same time, the centuries-old military domination of nomads in the vast steppe expanses of Eurasia, and in some cases beyond their borders, their creation of multi-ethnic states (Turkic Khaganates, Golden Horde, Seljuk State, Kazakh Khanate, etc.), which played a significant geopolitical role in the context of interaction between countries Central and Eastern Asia, the Near and Middle East, Asia Minor and Eastern Europe, among other factors, were also based on their military power. The purpose of the article is to study changes in the content of the strategy of conducting a defensive war among the Turkic nomads of the Middle Ages and modern times. The article uses methods of factorial, textual, and diachronic analysis, which allow us to identify the main elements of conducting such military operations. The material presented in the article allowed the authors to conclude that the Turkic nomads had a centuries-old strategy for waging a defensive war, which included the use of all types of weapons, counterattacks and deep raids into the internal territories of the enemy, the use of maneuvers to lure the enemy into ambushes, etc.
INFORMATION ABOUT SOME TURKIC RULERS IN THE "DIVAN LUGAT-AT TURK" BY MAKHMUD KASHGARI
Authors: Молотова Гульбахрем , Molotova Elvira
Published: September 2024

The authors of the article set a goal – based on information from the "Divan lugat at-turk" by Mahmud Kashgari to consider the history of the rulers of the Turkic states who lived before their era. Despite the numerous studies devoted to the "Dictionary of Turkic Languages", the issue raised in the article remains poorly understood.The novelty of the idea of the article is the perspective of the problem that the authors of the article highlight. The main source for researchers was a three-volume edition by Xinjiang colleagues, translations into Russian by Z.-A.M.Auezova, A.R. Rustamov.The Dictionary contains rare information about Alp Ar Ton, the ruler of Turan. In the course of the research, the methods of source analysis were used. The nature of the struggle between the Karakhanid states and the Idikut state, which were established on the territory of East Turkestan, is revealed.In parallel, the struggle of two religions is highlighted: Islam and Buddhism for dominance over this area. The value of the information recorded in the work of the XI century is emphasized. It is concluded that the "Divan lugat at-turk" by Mahmud Kashgari makes it possible to recreate the history of some Turkic states of antiquity and the Middle Ages, the struggle of two world religions for supremacy. Along with this question, the meaning of certain terms and concepts is revealed. Some events directly related to interreligious issues are highlighted.

The article was prepared within the framework of fundamental scientific research by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Republic of Kazakhstan «East countries: geopolitical challenges and new prospects for Kazakhstan in historical and modern dimensions» (Grant No. BR 20281006)

Key words:Karakhanid state, Idikut state, Islam, Buddhism, historical reality, Turkic world, East Turkestan.
MARBLE RITUAL VESSEL OF THE GOLDEN HORDE ERA FROM THE SETTLEMENT OF MIZDAHKAN. EPIGRAPHY AND SEMANTICS OF PATTERNS
Authors: Babadjanov Bakhtiyar
Published: September 2024

This article examines the epigraphy and decoration engraved on a ritual vessel made of marble found in 1938 at the Mizdahkan settlement (Republic of Karakalpakstan). The vessel was made in 722/1322 and dates back to the Golden Horde era, when the abandoned Mizdahkan settlement was transformed into a temple center of the Sulaymaniyya brotherhood. The article provides a full reading of the surviving inscriptions on the ritual vessel and, for the first time, a detailed analysis of the semantics of the complex pattern on it is offered, bearing in mind that this is by no means a random set of geometric figures inscribed within each other. Trying to unravel the complex semantics of this pattern on the vessel is all the more important given that artifacts associated with Sufi rituals are extremely rarely the subject of semantic analysis. We concluded that the two- and three-level combinations of geometric patterns on the vessel are associated with the graphic representation of dhikr methods and complex ritual meditations (muraqaba) accepted by the Kubrawiyya Sufis. The results of the analyses (including source data) give grounds to assume that the master deliberately chose such an intricate and unique type of decoration on the vessel he made, since he was well acquainted with the ritual tradition of Kubrawiyya and quite possibly practiced dhikr himself.
STUDYING KAZAKH NECROTOPONYMS MONGOLIA AND KAZAKHSTAN (SECOND HALF XIX - FIRST QUARTER OF THE XXI CENTURIES)
Authors: Baglan Baglan , Burkhanov Bimurad
Published: September 2024

Abstract. The article is devoted to the study of funeral monuments (nektrotoponyms) of the Kazakhs of Kazakhstan and the western regions of Mongolia, where the overwhelming majority of the Kazakhs of this country currently live. Various kinds of expeditions organized during this period collected extensive material on the history, geography, ethnography, as well as toponymy of Mongolia and Kazakhstan. Moreover, in the context of the topic we are considering, it should be especially noted that scientific expeditions and trips of individual researchers were not of a special toponymic nature, but were carried out as part of a general study of history, geography, Mongolia and Kazakhstan. At the same time, the purpose of this article is to analyze the content and main directions of studying necrotoponyms of Kazakhstan and the western regions of Mongolia. When writing the work, the methods of factor and diachronic analysis, as well as the synthesis method, were used. In the course of studying this issue, the author came to the conclusion that the study of Kazakh necrotoponyms was carried out as part of a study of the traditional culture of the Kazakhs, in particular, funeral rites. The collected material shows that in traditional Kazakh society necrotoponyms performed various purely practical and ethnocultural functions. In particular, we are talking about the functions of preserving the historical memory of the population (memory of historical events), orienting people on the ground during their movement across vast steppe spaces, marking the limits of the ancestral territories of the Kazakhs, etc.
The University Teachers’ Perceptions of their Family Illness Affect Students’ Motivation and Interest in their Studies
Authors: Akhter Nasrin , Awan Sher Muhammad , Islam Naila , Hasrat Mohsin Ali , Kanwal Safia
Published: September 2024

This research delves into the intricate interplay between parents' illness and its impact on the well-being and academic interests of their children. As health is a cornerstone of family dynamics, understanding the consequences of parental illness on students becomes imperative. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining surveys and qualitative interviews to gather comprehensive insights. The research examines the psychological and emotional dimensions of students facing parental illness, investigating the potential correlations with changes in academic motivation and engagement. Through a diverse sample representing various socio-economic backgrounds and educational levels, the study aims to provide a nuance understanding of the multifaceted aspects of this phenomenon. Additionally, the research explores the support mechanisms available to students coping with parental illness, both within and outside the educational context. Identifying coping strategies and resilience factors becomes crucial in formulating recommendations for educators, policymakers, and healthcare professionals to enhance the overall well-being and academic performance of students in these challenging circumstances. The findings of this study contribute to the growing body of literature on the intersectionality of health, family, and education. By shedding light on the often-overlooked consequences of parental illness on student life, this research seeks to inform interventions and support systems that can mitigate the negative effects and foster a conducive learning environment for students facing such challenges. Ultimately, this exploration aims to promote a holistic approach to education that recognizes and addresses the diverse needs of students navigating the complexities of familial health crises.
The Implementation Result of Comparative Method in the Instruction of Rural Development for Political Students at the Faculty of Education, Souphanouvong University; Academic Year 2020-202
Authors:   Souphanouvong University, KHOTSAIGNO Saiphone , OUDOMSITH Houmpheng
Published: September 2024

This research intended to evaluate the result of an instruction by using comparative local visit method for Rural development subject, which a subject of political students at the faculty of Education, Souphanouvong University; The research aimed to investigate the learning progress after leading student to conduct a local visit and learn from the real situation with local authority. The sample of research is targeted on the political students whom are the only one group to have the subject of Rural development in the curriculum with totally number of 5858 person with 2727 females included. The data collection is conducted by using the pretest and posttest to evaluate their learning progress difficulty level ranged between 0.40-0.86; and the reliability was of .84. The research found that the result of posttest after local visit is higher than the pretest in the class room with the significant level of.05; the learning progress of the students whom comes from different resident are not significant different; Student has very good attitude with the comparative method with learning by local visit.
Prediction of Oesophageal Varices by Serum Albumin Level among Patients with Cirrhosis of Liver
Authors: Ullah Parash , Bhowmik Ratan Chandra , Keya Shamim Ara , Rahut Antora , Aftab Hafeza
Published: September 2024

Background: Oesophageal varix is a common complication of liver cirrhosis. Endoscopy is the gold standard test to detect varices but it is unpleasant for patients. The aim of the study was to determine the predictive value of serum albumin for the prediction of oesophageal varices. Methods: It was a cross-sectional observational study, conducted in gastroenterology department, Dhaka Medical College Hospital, Dhaka on recently diagnosed cirrhotic patients. It was based on routine test for cirrhosis of liver. So, every patient was underwent routine investigations including complete blood count, viral markers, serum albumin, ultra-sonogram of abdomen, upper gastrointestinal endoscopy. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS software version 23. Results: A total number of 150 patients were included. Age of the patient (mean ± SD) was 47.89 ± 14.77 years, while 113 (75.3%) were men. More than half (56.7%) patients had HBV followed by 53(35.3%) was unknown and 12(8.0%) had HCV. Oesophageal varices were observed in 90% of the patients. The mean value of albumin ratio was 2.78 ±0.49 in patients having oesophageal varices and 3.11±0.68 in patients without oesophageal varices which was statistically significant (p<0.05). The correlation of serum albumin with different grades of oesophageal varices was also statistically significant. Considering low serum albumin as below 3.5 gm/dl, the sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV) and accuracy were 82.22%, 20.00%, 90.24%, 11.11%, and 76.00% respectively. Conclusion: Serum albumin is a useful noninvasive routine test which can predict the presence of oesophageal varices in cirrhotic patients. It can never replace the gold standard endoscopy test but it can help physicians to predict a high probability of esophageal varices. It may also help for selection of patient who need urgent endoscopy when endoscopy facilities are limited like Covid-19 pandemic situation.
Analysis of Road Traffic Accident Deaths at a Medical College Mortuary in Sylhet
Authors: Rahman Md. Fahmidur , Poly Tahmina Begum , Uddin MN Minhaz , Nurunnabi Mohammad
Published: September 2024

Background: Road traffic accidents (RTA) are a widespread global crisis, causing millions of deaths and innumerable injuries each year. It has become more prevalent and deadly as civilization progressed. This study aimed to analyse deaths caused by road traffic accident in Sylhet district. Methods: A retrospective study, based on autopsy records, was conducted to analyze deaths resulting from road traffic accidents at the mortuary of the Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology at Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College. A total of 301 autopsies were performed from January 2016 to December 2018 at this facility. Results: The majority of victims, accounting for 48.6%, were adults aged 20-49. Additionally, the death rate was notably higher among individuals aged 60 and older, at 19.6%.The incidence of deaths was higher among males, accounting for 66.1%. Injuries to the skull and scalp region were the most prevalent, occurring in 85.4% of cases, followed by injuries to the brain and spinal cord, which were observed in 76.1% of cases. The most prevalent types of injuries were bruising (92.4%) and abrasions (86.7%). The most common cause of death according to postmortem findings was haemorrhage and shock (91.4%), followed by skull injuries (77.4%) and brain injuries (62.8%). Conclusion: Addressing these common causes through education, enforcement of traffic laws, infrastructure improvements, and vehicle safety measures can help reduce the number of RTA deaths.
Sociodemographic and Etiological Profile of Patients with Metabolic Acidosis Admitted in an Intensive Care Unit of a Specialized Hospital in Bangladesh
Authors: Rahman Md Muhibur
Published: September 2024

Background: Metabolic acidosis is a serious acid-base disorder frequently encountered in intensive care units (ICUs). Early diagnosis and management of its underlying causes are crucial for improving patient outcomes. However, there is a paucity of local data on the etiologies of metabolic acidosis among critically ill patients in Bangladesh. Objectives: To determine the causes of metabolic acidosis and distinguish the etiologies associated with an elevated anion gap from those with a normal anion gap among patients admitted to the Medical ICU of a specialized hospital in Bangladesh. Methods: This hospital-based observational study was conducted at the Medical ICU of Evercare Hospitals, Dhaka, Bangladesh, from March 2012 to August 2012. Fifty patients diagnosed with metabolic acidosis were enrolled. Data on patient demographics, comorbidities, clinical features, and biochemical investigations were collected. Results: The mean age of patients was 58.04 years, with a predominance of males (68%). Renal failure was the most common cause of metabolic acidosis (58%), followed by lactic acidosis (28%), diabetic ketoacidosis (6%), and methanol poisoning (6%). The majority (82%) had high anion gap metabolic acidosis. Hypoalbuminemia was observed in 62% of patients. Conclusion: Metabolic acidosis more commonly occurred in patients with renal failure, particularly in the sixth and seventh decades of life, with a male predominance and higher prevalence among individuals from higher socioeconomic backgrounds. Causes of high anion gap metabolic acidosis were more common than normal anion gap acidosis in ICU patients. Prompt diagnosis and management of the underlying etiology are crucial for improving outcomes.
MORFOLOGIA E PADRÃO RACIAL DA RAÇA MANGALARGA MARCHADOR
Authors: Cunha Amanda Rocha , Paulo Ana Clara Silva de Souza de , Souza Andressa Cristina Silva , Almeida Andressa Machado de , Araujo Anna Karolina da Silva , Oliveira Beatriz Bertone Siqueira de , Inácio Beatriz Thais Correia , Poncio Alana Camargo
Published: September 2024

A importância das características morfológicas da raça Mangalarga Marchador adjunto ao padrão racial desenvolvida pela ABCCMM e a sua correlação com a econômica e o preço da raça dados os atributos que valorizam o animal. A presente pesquisa foi fundamentada em uma revisão de monografias, revisões bibliográficas de artigos, livros, teses e revistas oficiais da ABCCMM que apresentaram informações relevantes para o estudo. Com o avanço do tempo, a raça em questão sofreu diversas modificações em virtude dos cruzamentos e seleção de características específicas, que atualmente possibilitou a combinação ideal de beleza, docilidade e resistência, apresentando qualidades morfológicas para a realização de atividades agropecuárias, esporte e lazer. Ademais, a atuação da ABCCMM tem contribuído para a crescente valorização da raça no agronegócio e movimento da economia relacionada ao setor equestre.
ALIENAÇÃO PARENTAL "PROTEÇÃO E PREVENÇÃO: A LUTA CONTRA A ALIENAÇÃO PARENTAL NO CONTEXTO JURÍDICO"
Authors:   Juliana Feldman, Mariano Naylessa De C. S. , de Oliveira Thayara Dias , Rodrigues Taciane Maria Da S.
Published: September 2024

The objective of this article is to address parental alienation, which is a set of actions aimed at distancing a child or adolescent from one of the parents, usually through emotional or psychological manipulation. This practice may include discrediting the other parent, restricting contact, and creating a hostile environment. The phenomenon can have serious consequences for the child's emotional development, leading to issues with self-esteem, relationships, and mental health. Legislation in many countries seeks to protect children and punish parental alienation, promoting healthy coexistence with both parents.
Los secretos del bosque tropical seco: cómo viven los anfibios y reptiles en el Pacífico mexicano
Authors: Ramírez-Bautista Aurelio , Berriozabal-Islas Christian , Hernández-Salinas Uriel , Díaz-Marín César A. , Sánchez-González Arturo , Moreno-Lara Israel
Published: September 2024

The seasonally dry tropical forest located in Mexico, specifically on the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, and Pacific coasts, harbors a great diversity of animal and plant species. Despite this, it is considered one of the most vulnerable ecosystems in Mexico due to human activities such as deforestation and fragmentation. This article addresses some ecological and reproductive aspects of the amphibians and reptiles of the seasonally dry tropical forest of Chamela, Jalisco, to promote basic and essential knowledge for the conservation of these organisms in the region.
The Changes Proposed by Law no. 14.879/2024 and the Limitations on the Forum Selection Clause in International Contracts
Authors: Raizer Borges Moschen Valesca , Tonon da Costa Dondone Isabela , Gaspar da Silva Flora
Published: September 2024

This study analyzes the possible impacts of the Law nº. 14.879/24, which amended article 63 of the Brazilian code of civil procedure, in the international contracts. The purpose of the law is regulating the application of the forum selection clause for actions arising from rights and obligations. Due to the changes brought in by the law, some requirements have become indispensable for the effectiveness of the forum selection clause which are the relevance to the domicile or residence of one of the parties or to the place of obligation, considering non-compliance with such requirements to be an abusive practice. However, international commercial contracts are characterized by the plurality of parties and legal systems involved in the relationship, leading to the fact that parties commonly adopt the forum selection clause indicating a neutral forum to settle problems arising from these contracts, without necessarily having any connection with the parties or the obligation. Therefore, the purpose is to debate whether the proposed changes constitute a real step backwards and could affect the autonomy of the parties will in international contracts, creating legal uncertainty in transnational legal transactions. It can be concluded that the real setback generated by the modification of the legal provision that deals with the choice of forum clause, by making it possible for the Brazilian judiciary to stop recognizing the autonomy of the parties' procedural will in international contracts, will generate uncertainty and legal insecurity in transnational legal transactions.
Code-Switching in Focus: The Standpoints of Language Learners in an ESL Classroom
Authors: R. Aquino Lindbergh
Published: September 2024

This study was conducted to determine how second-language classrooms regarded code-switching and to look into the relationship between code-switching in their academic performance and attitudes in English language classes. In order to provide statistical analysis for code-switching without modifying the study variable, the study adopted a correlational research method that collected quantifiable data. 124 Grade 11 seniors from the LagunaIsabela Campus of the University of Perpetual Help System who were enrolled during the academic year 2021–2022 made up the study’s sample. The adopted questionnaire was used by the researchers and slightly modified to fit the needs of the study. It was then taken through pilot testing to assess its reliability and consistency, and the respondents responded using Google Forms. The study found no statistically significant differences in the attitudes of the respondents who were grouped according to their strands using Frequency and Percentage, ANOVA, weighted mean, and Pearson correlation. This study also showed that the respondents’ attitudes did not impact their academic performance in English. The majority of respondents represented the STEM strand. The respondents shared the same opinions regarding code-switching and its justifications. When code-switching was used, most of the respondents had excellent academic achievement in English. Their strands had little impact on the respondents’ attitudes. Academic achievement has little impact on the attitudes of the respondents. Additionally, based on the findings of this study, code-switching can be seen as a beneficial teaching and learning approach.
EFL STUDENTS' PERCEPTION OF PVN (PERSONAL VOCABULARY NOTES) AS A VOCABULARY LEARNING STRATEGY
Authors: Aasaa Mufida Hanifa , Kuswardani Rahayu
Published: September 2024

One of the most commonly used vocabulary learning strategies is keeping PVN (Personal Vocabulary Notes). The students apply the PVN strategy to record and organize the words they come across, along with their meanings and any additional information. The primary objective of this study is to find out how students perceive the utilization of the PVN (Personal Vocabulary Notes) as a vocabulary learning strategy based on three components: cognitive, affective, and conative. This study was conducted in a junior high school located in Surabaya. The researchers employed a qualitative descriptive method in this study, which involved nine eighth-grade students in the academic year 2022/2023. The research was carried out in four phases: preliminary study, data collection, data interpretation and analysis, and data presentation. Data was collected through a closed-ended questionnaire consisting of 18 items using a four-point Likert Scale, and a semi-structured interview comprising 9 questions. The research findings from both instruments showed that the majority of students held positive responses. Thus, it can be concluded that EFL students have strongly positive perceptions toward the utilization of PVN as a vocabulary learning strategy to improve vocabulary in terms of cognitive, affective, and conative components.