bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cambio climático, riesgo de inundación y medidas de adaptación: retos en la valoración de daños y evaluación de medidas
Authors:   University of Exeter Medical School, Martínez Juárez Pablo , Foudi Sébastien ,   Basque Centre of Climate Change BC3, Galarraga Ibon ,   Basque Centre of Climate Change BC3, Osés Eraso Nuria ,   Universidad Pública de Navarra, Cerdá Emilio ,   Universidad Complutense de Madrid
Published: February 2025

Las inundaciones suponen un importante riesgo para el bienestar de las personas por el gran impacto que causan. Por ello, distintas instituciones han emprendido planes para la mejora de sistemas de alerta y prevención, mejoras que requieren información lo más precisa posible sobre los riesgos a los que se enfrenta la población y el entorno, los cuales se definen como la combinación de la probabilidad de darse un determinado suceso y el daño que potencialmente causaría. Este estudio tiene como fin avanzar en el establecimiento de metodologías que faciliten el análisis del riesgo, para lo cual se examinan varios de los estudios realizados en este contexto con el objetivo de extraer pautas metodológicas que puedan ser utilizadas en proyectos fluviales y áreas costeras.
DIREITO AO MEIO AMBIENTE SADIO E A TEORIA DE RONALD DWORKIN DE DIREITO COMO INTEGRIDADE
Authors: Almeida Luciana Nicolau de , Nantes Rogério José
Published: February 2025

This article aims to demonstrate that the right to a healthy and protected environment for present and future generations constitutes a fundamental human right. Recognition as a fundamental right is the result of an evolution of international standards embodied in several Conferences promoted by the United Nations and which, in Brazil, was expressly provided for in the Federal Constitution. In the protection of this fundamental right, several legal confrontations arise that may imply the collision of fundamental principles or the absence of an express legal norm regulating the conflicting relationship. These conflicts constitute difficult cases (hard cases) in the doctrine of Ronald Dworkin, who formulated the post-positivist theory of law as integrity as a response to not leave the concrete case undecided or decided based on the judge’s voluntarism. Environmental constitutionalism finds support in the theory of law as integrity to respond to conflicts. The inductive research method was used, with bibliographical research, starting from particular ideas such as the concepts of the environment, fundamental human rights, the concept of difficult cases in Ronald Dworkin’s theory to arrive at the general idea of the research that constitutionalism environmental protection finds support in the theory of law as integrity.
CONTRIBUIÇÕES DA IGREJA CATÓLICA NA FORMAÇÃO DO CONCEITO SOCIOAMBIETAL
Authors: Moraes Carlos Paula de , Aguiar Rucelino de Sousa , Rodrigues Soraia Batista
Published: February 2025

O presente trabalho aborda a origem do conceito socioambiental, hoje entendido como “ações que respeitam o meio ambiente e as políticas que tenham como um dos principais objetivos a sustentabilidade”. Todos seriam assim responsáveis pela preservação ambiental, desde os governos, as empresas e cada indivíduo. Esse conceito de forma mais ampla se relaciona aos problemas e processos sociais, tendo em conta a sua relação com o meio ambiente, servindo de base para outro conceito muito discutido nos dias de hoje, isto é, o conceito de “desenvolvimento sustentável”. No Brasil o socioambientalismo foi popularizado a partir da década de 1980, especialmente pela Lei n. 6938/1981. No entanto a origem conceitual-axiológica-semântica desse neologismo tem suas raízes na Amazônia acreana, especificamente no movimento extrativista nas décadas de 1960-1970, sendo um dos grandes expoentes o líder seringueiro Chico Mendes. Nosso trabalho consiste em analisar o contexto do nascimento do movimento extrativista, abordando as influências da igreja católica, bem como a relação entre os indígenas e seringueiros, unidos no movimento em “defesa da floresta em pé”, por meio dos “empates” (empatar o desmatamento com a união de pessoas ao redor das árvores). Vale recordar que esses dois grupos foram historicamente rivais no processo de invasão/ocupação da Amazônia, mas que no movimento extrativista, pelo desafio da defesa da floresta em pé, foi o início de um processo de fortalecimento das relações sociais entre os dois grupos e destes com a defesa da natureza, contando com a mediação da igreja católica da diocese de Rio Branco.
A JUDICIALIZAÇÃO DA POLÍTICA E O ATIVISMO JUDICIAL: CONCRETIZAÇÃO DAS POLÍTICAS SOCIAIS VIA JUDICIÁRIO
Authors: Fraissat Ludmilla , Thamay Rennan Faria Kruger
Published: February 2025

O presente trabalho analisa a judicialização da política e o ativismo judicial no Brasil, abordando sua crescente relevância no contexto democrático contemporâneo. A introdução discute como o Judiciário assume um papel protagonista na implementação de políticas públicas e garantia de direitos fundamentais, especialmente diante das falhas dos Poderes Executivo e Legislativo. O objetivo é compreender os impactos dessa atuação judicial na separação dos poderes e na efetivação dos direitos sociais, destacando casos emblemáticos e implicações para a legitimidade democrática. A metodologia empregada consiste em uma revisão bibliográfica e análise de decisões do Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF), utilizando uma abordagem doutrinária e jurisprudencial. A conclusão ressalta a necessidade de equilíbrio na atuação judicial, de modo a harmonizar a concretização dos direitos fundamentais com os princípios democráticos e a separação dos poderes.
An ISO 15926 Update
Authors: Teijgeler Hans
Published: February 2025

A long time ago, in the early nineties, a group of companies,
Enabling a Sustainable Spatial Data Management Strategy
Authors: Ripley Michael
Published: February 2025

Spatial attributes are pervasive in energy data types. Energy businesses rely on maps to view their data more now than ever,
The API Number and its Use beyond 2009
Authors: Solutions P2
Published: February 2025

All operators experience negative impact, whether they recognize it or not, with the current industry state of our available well headers.
NATO Codification System as the foundation for ISO 8000
Authors: Benson Peter
Published: February 2025

In October 2004 NATO Allied Committee 135 (AC/135) and the Electronic Commerce Code Management Association (ECCMA) signed a memorandum of agreement to work together to promote the NATO Codification System as an international standard. One of the outcomes of this partnership is ISO 8000 the new international standard for data quality.
SEGD On Disk – A basis for discussion
Authors: Levin Stewart
Published: February 2025

Beginning with Revision 2, SEGD has supported “Byte stream devices” for storage of SEGD data. This format is designed for disk storage and network transmission of SEGD data and consists of all the bytes of one or more shot records on the SEGD tape concatenated together after a 128 byte label. In addition, that standard promised that the standards subcommittee was working towards an, as yet to be released, mapping to the RODE encapulation structure
The Evolution of Software Licensing Models
Authors: Ingram Rick
Published: February 2025

Software continues to play an increasingly critical role in business. In an effort to enhance customer satisfaction and value, software vendors have adapted to changes in surrounding technology and are offering a wider array of licensing options to their customers.
Simulation of Naturally Fractured Reservoirs with SimBestII
Authors: Al-Jawad Mohammed
Published: February 2025

Simulation of naturally fractured reservoirs is one of the laborious techniques. This is because there are two different porous media in which fluids exist and flow. These porous media exhibit wide variations in there physical properties. The matrix represents the major storage capacity while the fractures system provides the main paths of the flowing fluids.
Risk, Uncertainty and Investment Decision-Making in the Upstream Oil and Gas Industry
Authors: Macmillan Fiona
Published: February 2025

The research presented in this thesis is rooted within the existing decision theory and oil industry literatures. It contributes to one of the current debates in these literatures by providing evidence that in the operators in the U.K. upstream oil and gas industry there is a link between the use of decision analysis in investment appraisal decision making by organisations and good business performance. It is commonly acknowledged that decision analysis is not as widely used by organisations as was predicted at its conception (for example, Schuyler, 1997). One reason for this is that no study to date has shown that use of decision analysis techniques and concepts can actually help individuals or organisations to fulfil their objectives. Despite over four decades of research undertaken developing decision analysis tools, understanding the behavioural and psychological aspects of decision making, and applying decision analysis in practice, no research has been able to show conclusively what works and what does not (Clemen, 1999). The current study begins to fill this gap by using qualitative methods to establish the following. Firstly, the research identifies which decision analysis techniques are applicable for investment decision-making in the oil industry, and thereby produces a description of current capability. Secondly, the study ascertains which decision analysis tools oil and gas companies actually choose to use for investment appraisal, and through this develops a model of current practice of capital investment decision making. Lastly, using statistical analysis, it provides evidence that there is an association between the use of decision analysis in investment decision-making by companies and good organisational performance in the upstream oil and gas industry. Such research not only contributes to the current theoretical debate in the oil industry and decision theory literatures but also provides valuable insights to practitioners.
PENGARUH KESADARAN WAJIB PAJAK DAN PEMAHAMAN PERPAJAKAN TERHADAP KEPATUHAN WAJIB PAJAK DI KPP PRATAMA KRAMAT JATI
Authors: Alfonsa Litwin Gole  , Mulyadi  , Tardin
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui berapa besar Pengaruh Kesadaran Wajib Pajak dan Pemahaman Perpajakan terhadap Kepatuhan Wajib Pajak Orang Pribadi di KPP Pratama Kramat Jati. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian survey, dengan pendekatan kuantitatif deskriptif.Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh WPOP yang terdaftar di KPP Pratama Kramat Jati. Teknik pengambilam sampel yang digunakan adalah Simple Random Sampling, dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 100 responden. Jenis data yang digunakan adalah data primer yang diperoleh dari penyebaran kuesioner sebagai instrumen penelitian. Kemudian data dioleh dengan menggunakan Sofware IMB SPSS Statistik. Untuk menguji hipotesis digunakan metode analisis regresi linear berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa; (1) Kesadaran wajib pajak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kepatuhan wajib pajak orang pribadi, (2) Pemahaman perpajakan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kepatuhan wajib pajak orang pribadi, dan (3) Kesadaran wajib pajak dan pemahaman perpajakan secara simultan berpengaruh signifikan terhadap kepatuhan wajib pajak orang pribadi. Apabila wajib pajak memiliki pemahaman perpajakan yang baik dan kesadaran yang tinggi, maka akan semakin meningkat kepatuhan wajib pajak dalam memenuhi kewajiban pajaknya. Sebaliknya, kurangnya pemahaman perpajakan dan kesadarannya dalam membayar pajak, akan mengakibatkan tingkat kepatuhan wajib pajak menurun.
PENGARUH PERPUTARAN KAS DAN PERPUTARAN PIUTANG TERHADAP LABA BERSIH PADA PT TIGA SUMBER AUDIO JAKARTA
Authors: Angela Wihelmina Laseduw  , Hastuti Indra Sari  , Rahmat Prayoga
Published: February 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui seberapa besar Pengaruh Perputaran Kas dan Perputaran Piutang Terhadap Laba Pada PT. Tiga Sumber Audio Jakarta. Analisis yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kuantitatif dengan menggunakan program SPSS Versi 24.00 dengan signifikan sebesar 5% dan menggunakan model statistik regresi linear berganda, korelasi linear berganda, dan uji koefisien determinasi linear berganda dengan Perputaran Kas dan Perputaran Piutang sebagai variabel bebas, dan Laba sebagai variabel terikat. Hubungan antara Perputaran Kas berpengaruh secara parsial terhadap Laba. Hubungan antara Perputaran Piutang tidak berpengaruh secara parsial terhadap Laba. Hubungan antara Perputaran Kas dan Perputaran Piutang berpengaruh secara simultan terhadap Laba. Dapat dilihat dari Uji F (Uji Simultan) yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini. Karena menggunakan dua variabel independen dalam penelitian ini maka yang digunakan adalah R Square. Dari hasil penelitian diketahui nilai R Square adalah 0.692. Artinya sumbangan pengaruh dari variabel independent
Implementation of the SINERJA Application to Increase Work Productivity at the Central Kalimantan Provincial Health Service
Authors: Safitri Risa , Laksminarti Laksminarti
Published: February 2025

The SINERJA application is an information technology system designed to facilitate real-time employee performance management through monitoring, measuring, and evaluating performance. The Employee Performance Information System (SINERJA) is an innovation developed by the Regional Civil Service Agency (BKD) of Central Kalimantan Province, accessible via the https://sinerja.bkd.kalteng.go.id platform, aimed at monitoring the performance and discipline of civil servants within the OPD scope in Central Kalimantan Province. This study examines the implementation of the SINERJA application as a new policy initiative to enhance the effectiveness, discipline, and productivity of civil servants. The research utilizes a qualitative approach with inductive analysis, where conclusions are drawn from specific facts observed in the field. Data collection techniques include observation, in-depth interviews, documentation, and triangulation. The study was conducted from August to September at the Central Kalimantan Provincial Health Service, where the SINERJA application had been implemented. The findings indicate that the application’s implementation in improving work productivity at the Health Service is still not optimal. Issues such as low consistency among civil servants in applying the policies, incomplete daily reporting, internal jockeying practices, and other unachieved research indicators highlight the need for further evaluation. Several challenges were also identified that hinder effective implementation.
The Coastal Community Empowerment Strategy in Improving The Welfare Of Fishermen in Pegatan Village, Pegatan Hilir Subdistrict, Katingan Regency
Authors: Syahdi Syahdi , Putra M. Nuur Tanja
Published: February 2025

In implementing community empowerment strategies in Pegatan Village, economic disparities, low education levels, and inadequate community welfare remain evident. These challenges stem from limited access to resources, including insufficient accessibility to fishing equipment, inadequate financial support or funding, and price instability of fish catches. These factors contribute to the low and underdeveloped welfare of the fishing community. Therefore, collaboration and coordination between the local government and the coastal community are essential in the process of implementing empowerment strategies in Pegatan Village. Strategies such as providing fishing equipment facilities, conducting skill enhancement programs, and strengthening institutions aim to achieve the goal of empowering the coastal community effectively. This study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive analysis approach, utilizing data collection techniques including observation, interviews, documentation, and triangulation (combining all three techniques). The research was conducted in Pegatan Village, Pegatan Hilir Subdistrict, Katingan Regency, from June to August. The findings reveal that the local government’s programs to implement community empowerment strategies for the fishing community in Pegatan Village have not been well-executed or optimal. This is evidenced by several obstacles, such as limited access to capital and financial facilities for the coastal community, weak coordination among stakeholders, low education levels in the community, and insufficient monitoring and evaluation. It is hoped that the results of this study can provide recommendations for developing more effective policies to enhance the welfare of fishermen in coastal areas.
Post-Leadership Training Evaluation for Development Administrators Managerial Competencies in Human Resources Development Agencies Central Kalimantan Province
Authors: Wijayanti Rina , Bernardianto Raden Biroum , Suffianoor
Published: February 2025

Strategic environmental changes are currently becoming digitally friendly (industrial revolution 4.0), forcing adaptation of government systems towards digital bureaucracy. Responding to these challenges, every State Civil Apparatus (ASN) must be smart and adaptive to technology to improve organizational performance and make public services faster, more accurate, and more efficient. The Smart ASN profile includes integrity, nationalism, professionalism, a global perspective, mastering IT and foreign languages, hospitality spirit, entrepreneurship spirit, and an extensive network.
Based on Government Regulation Number 17 of 2020 concerning Management of Civil Servants, structural officials must have the Managerial Competencies required for the administration of government, both central and regional, as regulated in the Legislative Regulations. To develop the competency of structural officials to meet managerial competency standards, this can be realized through Structural Training mandated under the provisions of Article 217 A paragraph (3) of Government Regulation Number 11 of 2020 concerning Management of Civil Servants, further regulated in State Administration Institution Regulation Number 5 of 2020 concerning Structural Leadership Training as amended by State Administrative Institution Regulation Number 6 of 2022.
The issuance of this latest LAN Regulation is the basis for implementing Administrator Leadership Training (PKA), the role of a leader in changing the face of a role model in improving the organization to achieve the desired changes, namely Similarity in the perception of Employer Branding "#Banggameservannegara". This study used descriptive qualitative method. The research objectives were whether participants were satisfied with the Administrator Leadership Training activities and whether the participants changed their behavior based on what they learned in the Administrator Leadership Training material. Also, whether changes in participant behavior after attending Administrator Leadership Training positively influence the organization as part of the administrator's post-training evaluation. The research results show that the three elements in this research objective were met based on the results of the post-training evaluation, both in terms of participant satisfaction, behavior changes, and impact on organizational change.
Sustainable Soil-Structure Interaction for Road Infrastructure in Flood-Prone Regions of Nigeria
Authors: Eze Kelechi , Olusegunbiyi Sunday , Shorunke Mayowa , Michael Olayemi
Published: February 2025

This research applies sustainable soil-structure interaction (SSI) principles to enhance the resilience of Nigerian road infrastructure to floods in certain regions. Given the socio-economic importance of road networks, the study highlights the challenges posed by extreme weather events, soil instability, hydrological stress, and design deficiencies. By focusing on the use of innovative materials, including recycled low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and bioengineered additives that improve tensile strength and moisture resistance, the research acknowledges that these challenges cannot be addressed without incorporating these materials. The study also explores nature-based solutions, such as permeable pavements and raised embankments, to mitigate waterlogging and erosion. The review synthesizes global and local research by identifying key mechanisms contributing to infrastructure failure, including subgrade erosion in sandy soils and foundation destabilization in clay-rich regions due to moisture fluctuations. It emphasizes the importance of advanced geospatial methods, climate-adaptive strategies, and multidisciplinary approaches for assessing and managing flood risks. Transferable practices from other flood-prone regions, such as the use of salinity-resistant materials and GIS-based risk modeling, are highlighted, along with the need for local adaptation to Nigeria’s specific geographic and socio-economic context. The review advocates for a paradigm shift in policy and practice through sustainable road design that integrates ecological, economic, and technological considerations. The study aims to bridge advancements in theory with practical applications, contributing to the development of a resilient road network that will support economic growth and mitigate the impact of climate-induced disasters in Nigeria.
Creative Thinking in Science: Influence of Ethnicity, Gender and Grade Level in Co-educational Schools, Kenya
Authors: Ongowo Richard
Published: February 2025

The purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of ethnicity, gender and grade level on creative thinking in science among co-educational secondary school students. The study employed cross-sectional design with purposive sampling through which 363 students were sampled from 2 co-educational secondary schools in Kakamega (n = 198) and Siaya (n = 165) counties of Kenya. The entire sample was made of grade 9 (n = 95), grade 10 (n = 99), grade 11 (n = 75), and grade 12 (n = 94) students. The same sample consisted of 168 males and 195 females. Students Science Creativity Questionnaire (SSCQ) was adapted from Smith (2019), piloted and used to measure creative thinking in science. The instrument measured four dimensions of divergent creative thinking as fluency, flexibility, elaboration and originality. The data were analysed using a 4 x 2 x 2 MANOVA. The findings indicated statistically significant ethnic differences between Luo students from Siaya county and Luhya students from Kakamega county with regard to fluency and flexibility in favor of Luhya students. There were no statistically significant gender differences in creative thinking in science and statistically significant grade level differences in the dimensions of fluency, elaboration and originality. The findings have implications for pedagogic practice. Science teachers could deliberately make learning environments characterised creative learning activities which require learners to to generate multiple ideas and encourage students to solve scientific problems. Such learning environments could be made to encourage gender inclusive pedagogic practices and tailor creative learning experiences to grade level of learners. The discussion, conclusions and recommendations of the study are herein explained.
Mental Health and Out-of-Schools Problems among Adolescents in Lagos State, Nigeria
Authors: Oyeyemi Ahmed Ademola , Chukwudum Prince Chiemeka , Okenwa-Fadele Ijeoma
Published: February 2025

Mental health and out-of-schools problems are related to an individual’s social and physical health and is of global priority. The mental health is the complete physical, social, and mental well-being of an individual. Adolescence, including the ages between 10 and 19 years, is the phase in which changes in mental health usually occur. Half of all mental health disorders begin by the age of 14 years, but most cases are not detected or treated at all. This study examined the mental health and out-of-schools problems among adolescents in Lagos State. Two research questions were formulated to guide the study. The survey research method was used to conduct the study. The target population of the study comprised of adolescents in Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area of Lagos State. One hundred (100) questionnaires were randomly distributed to the respondents and retrieved for data analysis. A self-developed questionnaire was used for the study. The bio-data of the respondents were analysed using simple percentage and frequency counts, while the stated research questions were analyzed using mean and standard deviation. The findings of the study include: the level of awareness of mental health and out-of-schools problems among adolescents in Lagos State on the high side; there are prevalence of mental health and out-of-schools problems among adolescents in Lagos State. Recommendations were made and they are: teachers should ensure in providing a friendly teaching and learning environment relaxed with low threat in order to ensure that learning is stress-free and also a core source of motivation; Teachers should ensure the usage of appropriate teaching strategies and techniques, enhance more collaborative relationship with their students and also provide basic facilities in schools including a serene atmosphere for learning; Secondary school authorities and teachers in Lagos should ensure comprehensive monitoring of adolescents within the ages of 12-15 years with utmost priority due to the prevalence of mental health issues among them, and also take stringent punitive measures in addressing truancy and bullying from senior students.
Exploring Effective Approach to Teaching Thermal Physics: Comparing 5E Model, Differentiated Instruction and Conventional Teaching
Authors: Ateko Kenneth Darko , Owusu-Mensah Isaac , Oduro-Okyireh George
Published: February 2025

In this study, the effects of 5E Instructional Model (5E), Differentiated Instruction (DI) and conventional teaching method on Senior High School (SHS) physics students’ academic performance in Thermal Physics were compared. Method: By employing a quasi-experimental pretest/posttest non-equivalent control group design, 291 SHS 2 physics students were used from six intact classes which were randomly selected from three SHSs in the Mampong Municipality and Sekyere South District. The hypotheses were tested using one-way ANCOVA and two-way ANCOVA at α=0.05. The results showed that there was a significant effect of at least one of the teaching methods on the academic performance of students (F(1,287)=150.766, p=0.001<0.05), with students taught using DI obtaining the highest adjusted mean scores of 18.978 (std. error = 0.437), followed by those taught using 5E group (adjusted mean = 16.373, std. error=0.430), and those taught using the conventional teaching method (adjusted mean score = 13.734, std. error = 0.452). Also, there was a significant interaction between gender and teaching method (F(1,284)=241.395, p=0.001<0.05) with no significant difference observed between male and female students taught using DI (mean difference=0.233, p=0.765) and 5E (mean difference=0.75, p=0.532), but a significant difference in academic performance between male and female SHS students taught using conventional teaching method (mean difference=8.284, p=0.000). It was therefore recommended, amongst others, that SHS physics teachers in Mampong Municipality and Sekyere South District should consider differentiating their students in order to tailor Thermal Physics lessons to all students, which will help them perform better.
EARLY MARRIAGE AS CORRELATE OF EDUCATIONAL AND VOCATIONAL ASPIRATIONS OF MARRIED FEMALE STUDENTS IN WOMEN DAY SECONDARY SCHOOL IN MAIDUGURI, BORNO STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: ABBA BUKAR  , ALI MBURZA  , DOMIYA G. ALI  , FATI S. ABANI
Published: February 2025

ap-reading has been regarded as one of the intricate, hardest and broadest aspect of geography by many students, teachers, readers and critics who consciously or unconsciously struggle with one map-reading phenomenon or the other without accomplishing the goal in mind. This among other reasons prompted the research into investigating the perceived difficulties associated with map-reading so as to provide remedial solutions in respect of the map-makers, teachers, students and other readers who find geography interesting. The research investigates the difficulties in map-reading in senior secondary schools in Lafia Local Government Area (LGA) of Nasarawa, State. The population size of the study comprise of 10 geography teachers and 100 randomly selected students from the sampled schools. The data used in the analytical procedures were collected from 10 sampled senior secondary schools located within and around Lafia LGA Headquarters. Hypotheses were generated, analysed and tested through applying simple percentages. The acceptance or rejection of the Null (Ho) hypotheses was  based on the results that were computed and then compared to the critical table values at α0.05 significant level of judgement certified by natural, social and applied scientists and engineers. Percentages were used based on “the higher the result of the computation, the lesser the intensity of the problem”.
RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AND EMPLOYEES’ JOB PERFORMANCE IN SELECTED RIVERS STATE OWNED TERTIARY INSTITUTIONS
Authors: CLIFFORD B. NYONE
Published: February 2025

The study investigated recreational facilities and employees’ job performance in selected Rivers state owned tertiary institutions. Correlational research design was used for the study. Four research questions and four null hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The population of the study consisted of 100 managerial staff of the selected Rivers state owned tertiary institutions. Census sampling technique was used for the study. A self-designed questionnaire titled: ‘Recreational Facilities and Employees Job Performance Questionnaire (RFEJPQ) was used for data collection. Face and content validation were done by other experts in Measurement and Evaluation. The reliability coefficient of (RFEJPQ) was established using test-retest method which yielded a reliability index of r=0.71. Pearson Product Moment Correlation (PPMC) was used to answer the research questions and test the null hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. The study revealed that there was a high positive relationship between sports facilities, staff club and employees’ quality service delivery and innovativeness in selected Rivers state owned tertiary institutions. The study further revealed that there was significant relationship between sports facilities, staff club and employees’ quality service delivery and innovativeness in selected Rivers state owned tertiary institutions. It was recommended among others that; tertiary institutions in the state should have a mandatory once-a-month recreational day were all employees of the institution are mandated to engage in any recreational activity of their choice for the purpose of boosting their mental health and general job performance.
JUMA'AT ARABIC SERMONS AND PUBLIC ENLIGHTENMENT IN NIGERIA: A STUDY OF GOMBE METROPOLIS
Authors: ABDURRAHMAN IBRAHIM
Published: February 2025

Juma'at sermons (khutba) in Nigeria are of paramount importance to all the aspects of people's life in the country. This is because, in recent times, most of the scholars that give the sermon talk on various critical issues that directly affect the lives of people which have also been the concern of the government as well. These issues include among others security, peace, youth employment/unemployment, economic development among others. Thus, Juma'at sermons are of great relevance to the interests of Nigerian state towards its citizens. It is based on this, this research is meant to study the importance Juma'at sermons in enlighting the general public on various socio-political realities around them, with Gombe Metropolis as its study area. The research gathers it data from primary sources, through, questionnaire, interview and direct contact with the written sermons of the selected Imams within Gombe Metropolis. The research which is arranged into three sections realized that Jumaat Sermons play a tremendous role in enlighten the general public on various socio-economic and political issues connected to their societies.
THE EFFECTS OF RURAL-URBAN YOUTHS MIGRATION ON RICE PRODUCTION IN BAUCHI STATE, NIGERIA.
Authors: ZAKARI, A.  , MANUWA, A.  , ABDULLAHI, A. G.  , AISHA, H.Z.
Published: February 2025

The study analyzed the effects of rural-urban youth migration on rice production in Bauchi State, Nigeria. A multi-stage sampling technique was used to select 200 respondents that were proportionately drawn from three (3) zones and of the study area. Data were collected through the use of well-structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive. The result show that  42.0% the of respondents fell within the age bracket of 18-25 years with mean of 20 years and majority (76.0%) were males and (54.0%) of them were married. Majority (56.0%) of the respondent were pushed to migrate by poverty. The results further revealed that more than half (64.5%) of the respondents were pulled out of rural areas in search of higher education. The findings also reveal that youth migration had caused reduction in farm size ( , reduction in family labour (  and reduction in formation of groups and cooperative societies among youths ( . the result further revealed that mitigating strategies adopted in order to reduce youth rural-urban migration were provision of incentives such as microcredit for youths in agriculture ( , provision and integrating rural youths into agricultural-based activities( , encouraging formation of groups and societies ( , provision of improved varieties of crops and breeds of livestock ( , subsidizing price of farm input (  and regular and timely provision of farm inputs ( .  The study concluded that poverty, inadequate employment opportunities, absence of social amenities and desire for higher income were the factors influencing youth rural-urban migration in the study area. The study therefore, recommended adequate physical and social infrastructure such as good roads, electricity, schools and hospitals should be put in place in rural areas by Bauchi State government and other development partners in order to encourage youths to remain in agriculture.
ENHANCING CONCRETE DURABILITY
Authors: ABDULKARIM A. A.  , MOHAMMED T.N.  , OYELEKE M. O.  , IBRAHIM R.A.
Published: February 2025

Acid attacks are compromising the durability of concrete more and more, especially in urban and industrial settings. By reducing the amount of calcium hydroxide in the concrete, these attacks have an impact on its mechanical qualities. This study examines the impact of supplemental cementitious materials (SCM) such as rice husk ash (RHA) and cassava peel ash (CPA) on the acid resistance of concrete, given the low resistance of traditional hydraulic cement to such conditions. The goal of the study is to determine the ideal ratio of RHA to CPA in order to improve the durability of concrete in acidic conditions. Ordinary Portland cement and locally available aggregates were used in a methodical experimental approach. In addition to a control mix, concrete mixes with constant CPA percentages of 5% and variable RHA percentages of 0%, 5%, 10%, and 15% were made. Slump tests for workability, density measurements, and compressive strength evaluations of cubes cured in diluted sulfuric acid and plain water were all part of the study. The SCM oxide composition was evaluated by X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis, which showed that RHA was more reactive than CPA and that its combined SiO2, Al2O3, and Fe2O3 content was higher than the 70% threshold. The results showed that adding SCM increased durability in acidic environments. According to the study's findings, RHA considerably increases concrete's resistance to acid, indicating that it may be able to increase structural durability under harsh conditions. Future studies should examine how well these SCMs function over the long run in a variety of scenarios and look into other therapies to improve acid resistance even more.
SEISMIC EVALUATION OF ADVANCED CONNECTION SYSTEMS IN WOOD-FRAMED SHEAR WALLS FOR STRUCTURAL DESIGN
Authors: AJIBADE OLUWAFEMI EMMANUEL  , DAVID ECHEFULAM ECHENDU  , DADA KEHINDE SAHEED  , COURAGE JUDE OGBETA  , BELLO QUDUS OLASUNKANMI  , ADENIYI IBRAHIM KAYODE  , OGUNREMI BASHIRUDEEN OLAIDE  , CHIJIOKE GEORGE EDEH  , CONFIDENCE ADIMCHI CHINONYEREM
Published: February 2025

Wood-framed shear walls are commonly used to construct low- to mid-rise buildings, particularly in seismic regions. However, as seismic demands increase, the need for more robust, efficient, and cost-effective connection systems is critical to improve the performance of these shear walls. This paper evaluates advanced connection systems for wood-framed shear walls in seismic applications, focusing on their effectiveness in enhancing lateral load resistance, reducing damage, and improving overall system performance. The study aims to provide valuable insights for designers, engineers, and builders to improve the seismic resilience of wood-framed buildings.  seismic performance of wood-framed buildings, advanced connection systems, and structural wood design. Determine areas requiring further investigation. The fundamentals of displacement-based seismic design are presented along with a description of the system parameters required for its application. A simple numerical model capable of predicting the cyclic response and energy dissipation characteristics of wood shear walls under general quasi-static cyclic loading is presented to evaluate these parameters for wood-framed buildings. The generalization of this model to three-dimensional wood-framed structures is also discussed. As an application example, the displacement-based seismic design of a simple one-story shear wall building is presented. In turn, this design approach is validated by nonlinear dynamic time-history analyses using earthquake records representative of the hazard levels associated with the design performance levels.
IMPACT OF AGING PROCESS AND COUNSELLING STRATEGIES IN MANAGEMENT OF THE AGED
Authors: NWOBI NGOZIKA. L  , MOKWELU OBIANUJU .B.  , NWANNA CHRISTIANA. U.  , UZOEKWE  HELEN. E.  , UDEAGHA FRANCISCA. U
Published: February 2025

The study focused on the Impact of Aging and Counselling strategies in Management of the Aged. The design of the study was descriptive survey and two research questions guided the study. The population of the study consists of 160 counsellors, which incidentally served as sample since population is small. The instrument for data collection was 38 item questionnaire titled ‘’Impact of Aging and Counselling Strategies in Management of the Aged Questionnaire’’ (IACSMAQ) with reliability estimate of 0.80. The findings revealed that Aging impacted on the Aged in various ways such as depression, anxiety, disability, stress, loneliness among others. Hence the need for counselling services. While counselling strategies include cognitive behaviour therapy, reminiscence therapy, improved mental health among others. Based on the findings the researchers recommended among others that professional counsellors should be employed in elderly institutions and society should shun negative stereotype against the Aged.
ENTREPRENEURIAL ORIENTATION AS DRIVER OF SUSTAINABILITY IN NIGERIAN SMEs
Authors: SODEINDE GBEMI MOSES  , FASANMI OLUMUYIWA OLADAPO  , GBENGA SAMSON FAYIGBE  , BOLATITO BOLADALE BABALOLA-ALABI
Published: February 2025

The Nigerian economy is predominantly driven by Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), which play a significant role in contributing to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth. This paper examines the role of entrepreneurial orientation as a key driver of SME sustainability in Nigeria. Unlike previous studies that have focused primarily on quantitative approaches, this research adopts a qualitative methodology to explore how innovativeness and competitiveness influence the sustainability and performance of SMEs. Primary data was collected through semi-structured interviews with four SME owners, selected using purposive sampling to ensure their relevant experience with innovation and sustainability. The study utilized the Narrative Textual Case Study (NTCS) method to analyze the data. The interviews were designed to capture insights into how the introduction of new ideas, processes, and products impacts the performance and sustainability of SMEs. The findings revealed that innovativeness, as demonstrated through the introduction of new ideas, processes, and products, plays a critical role in fostering SME sustainability across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Furthermore, competitiveness emerged as a crucial factor, enabling SMEs to evaluate various strategic options for growth and long-term viability.
ASSESSING THE IMPACT AND EFFECTIVENESS OF CYBERSECURITY MEASURES IN E-LEARNING ON STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS
Authors: AHMED MUSA ALIYU  , ALIYU BUBA DAHIRU
Published: February 2025

This study gauges the effectiveness and impact of cybersecurity measures of e-learning in students and lecturers, considering the case study of the ODFL online distance and flexible learning platform from Federal Polytechnic Mubi, located in northeastern Nigeria. E-learning is a vital instrument of education especially in the deprived areas, but has become more exposed to cybersecurity breaches like data breaching, phishing, and illegal access. This study aims to assess the security implemented on the ODFL, test its efficiency, and see whether it will enhance user satisfaction and improve educational performance among students and educators. It will use a mixed-method approach: quantitative data obtained from a structured questionnaire among 200 students, faculty members, and IT staff, in addition to some qualitative insights that may be generated through semi-structured interviews with these participants. Results have shown that although encryption and user awareness programs have been implemented as security measures, there are still considerable difficulties because of the limitation in resources, internet connectivity, and low digital literacy. This, in turn, has dragged down overall effectiveness, decreasing users' confidence and use of the internet. This research concludes with the recommendations to make the e-learning platform successful by strengthening cybersecurity, enhancing digital literacy, and strengthening infrastructure in developing regions. Such a research work would provide insightful understanding for institutions which intend to upgrade the security as well as usability of an e-learning system especially in the context of developing regions.
IMPACT OF TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT ON EMPLOYEES’ PRODUCTIVITY IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Authors: ABDULLAHI IBRAHIM WUSHISHI  , MOHAMMED NURA ADAMU  , ABUBAKAR UMAR FARUK
Published: February 2025

This study attempts to investigate the impact of training on employees’ productivity in the 21st century. The study area is Niger State Polytechnic Zungeru. The main purpose of this study is to assess the impact of training and development on employees’ productivity, and to examine further the relationship that exists therein. A survey design was adopted making use of sample survey to measure the variables and their relationships. The population of the study was 367 which comprises of academic staff of the institution from various departments and schools who undergo training via tetfund both locally and internationally between 2010 to 2023. Both stratified and simple random sampling technique was adopted in selecting sample size for the study. Sample size of the study was determined using Krecije & Morgan table which is 184. Both primary and secondary sources of data were utilized for the study. A structured questionnaire was developed and administered to the sampled respondents. The data from the questionnaire was analyzed through the use of simple percentages and hypotheses was tested using chi-square at 5% level of significance. The study revealed that the productivity of employees (Academic staff) in terms of enhanced knowledge, skills, teaching methods, quality research and additional certificates are positively related to training and development. It is recommended that Niger state polytechnic, Zungeru should be persistent in providing training for its academic staff to ensure optimal level of productivity, which will contribute to the successful achievement of the Polytechnic's overall objectives.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MEASUREMENT ERRORS AND PRAGMATIC ERRORS ON ESSAY WRITING SKILLS AMONG JUNIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ IN KOGI STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: SALIHU ABDULLAHI GALLE  , SULEIMAN SALAMATU KWOKU  , ABDULKADIR EGYA ODULA,
Published: February 2025

The study investigated comparative analysis of measurement errors and pragmatic errors on essay writing skills among  sunior Secondary School Students’ in Kogi State, Nigeria. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. Population comprises of all 8,351 students offering English Language from 17 public junior secondary school in Kogi State, Nigeria and 384 students offering English Language were used as sample size. Observation Protocol English Language Essay Writing Skills Questionnaire/Checklist   (OPELEWTQC)’’was used as an instrument, it was validated and pilot tested which yielded the of 0.74 validity index and of 0.75 reliability index. Mean and standard deviation was used to answer research questions while t-test of independent samples was used for testing the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significant. Findings of this study reveal a significant difference in the impact of measurement errors and pragmatic errors on essay writing skills among junior secondary school students in Kogi State. It was established that pragmatic errors exert a more substantial influence on the students' essay writing skills compared to measurement errors. This highlights the critical role of pragmatic competence in improving students' overall writing performance and effective communication in essays.  The study recommends incorporating pragmatic skill development into junior secondary school English language curricula, such as real-life language use activities and context-based writing exercises, as well as establishing teacher training programs to identify and correct pragmatic faults in students' writing.
PASTORAL KONSELING SEBAGAI SARANA KOMUNIKASI EFEKTIF DALAM PELAYANAN JEMAAT
Authors: Lantaa Firman Blessing , Nadia Vebriani Tataung  , Devrats Makagansa  , Shelomita Rawis
Published: February 2025

jurnal ini membahas peran pastoral konseling dalam memfasilitasi komunikasi efektif dalam pelayanan jemaat. pastoral konseling merupakan sarana penting dalam membantu individu atau kelompok mengatasi permasalahan spiritual,emosional, dan sosial. komunikasi efektif dalam pastoral menjadi kunci utama dalam menciptakan hubungan saling percaya antara pendeta dan jemaat. berbagai teknik komunikasi seperti pendekatan kepada klien-sentris, penggunaan metode studi kasus, kerahasiaan, dan penggunaan media sosial menjadi elemen penting dalam proses konseling. tantangan yang dihadapi dalam menerapkan pastora konseling sebagai komunikasi efektif antara lain yaitu , perbedaan budaya stigma sosial, kualifikasi konselor, pandangan teologis, etika dan kerahasiaan, serta keterbatasan sumber daya dan waktu. untuk mengatasi tantangan tersebut, solusi yang diusulkan meliputi pelatihan dan pengembangan profesional bagi konselor, upaya mengurangi stigma sosial, penyeimbangan antara pendekatan teologis dan ilmiah, pemahaman yang mendalam terhadap etika konseling, manajemen waktu yang efektif, penyediaan fasilitas dan dukungan yang memadai, serta kolaborasi dengan layanan kesehatan mental. pendekatan holistik dan beragam dalam konseling juga ditekankan, termasuk dalam pekatihan konselor, membangun hubungan yang kuat dengan jemaat, penggunaan teknik komunikasi yang tepat, pemanfaatan teknologi, evaluasi dan umpan balik, serta dukungan. diharapkan bahwa implementasi solusi - solusi tersebut akan meningkatkan kualitas layanan konseling pastoral,memberikan manfaat yang lebih bagi jemaat, dan memperkuat hubungan antara pendeta dan jemaat dalam mendukung kesejahteraan emosional mereka.