bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Studi Kecenderungan Perubahan Ruang Terbuka Hijau di Kampung Mangkunegaran Surakarta
Authors: Khasanah Reka Amalia , Priyatmono Alpha Febela
Published: February 2020

Permukiman ialah kawasan perkotaan dan perdesaan yang fungsinya untuk tempat tinggal, baik kawasan lindung maupun di luar kawasan lindung. Hal yang mendasari kenyamanan suatu permukiman salah satunya adalah kondisi lingkungan hunian. Kriteria hunian yang sehat dan ekologis diantaranya adalah menjamin bahwa keberadaan bangunan tidak menimbulkan masalah lingkungan. Hunian dapat menciptakan kawasan penghijauan atau ruang terbuka hijau dengan pertimbangan lingkungan yang akan menuntut bagian-bagian tertentu seperti jalan setapak, tempat untuk sekedar duduk-duduk santai serta tempat bermain dan bersosialisasi. Arsitektur mempunyai andil yang besar dalam mengelola lingkungan, karena terdapat kemungkinan bahwa desain yang diajukan dapat merusak atau menjaga lingkungan. Sehubungan dengan hal itu harus ditanggapi dengan bijak melalui pendekatan desain teknik yang sadar lingkungan di bidang arsitektur. Berdasarkan hal tersebut maka penelitian dilakukan untuk menganalisis figure ground, yakni suatu alat yang digunakan untuk memetakan pola eksisting permukiman padat penduduk di Mangkunegaran. Hal itu ditinjau dari aspek perbandingan ruang terbuka hijau dan ruang tertutup dalam periode tahun 1980-2017, kemudian dikaji dari standar jumlah persentase building coverage (BC) sebagai salah satu indikator lingkungan yang ekologis. Hasil menunjukkan adanya penyusutan ruang terbuka hijau, yang harus dicermati agar tidak menjadikan Kampung Mangkunegaran tidak nyaman untuk ditinggali.
Evaluasi Fungsional City Walk Slamet Riyadi berdasarkan Pendekatan Arsitektur Buta
Authors: Saputra Andika , Khafidhoh Qonitatun
Published: February 2020

Salah satu ruang terbuka publik di Kota Surakarta yang menjadi pusat kegiatan kalangan tunanetra adalah City Walk Slamet Riyadi, terutama di segmen 3 dan segmen 4. Di tengah tumbuh pesatnya kesadaran terhadap universal design, mengharuskan City Walk Slamet Riyadi memenuhi prinsip, syarat, dan standar arsitektur bagi kalangan pengguna tunanetra yang disebut dengan Arsitektur Buta. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi secara fungsional City Walk Slamet Riyadi berdasarkan pendekatan Arsitektur Buta yang tertuang dalam Permen PUPR No. 14 tahun 2017 dan menemukenali perilaku adaptasi pengguna dari kalangan tunanetra sebagai tanggapan terhadap kondisi spasial City Walk Slamet Riyadi. Penelitian ini menerapkan metode kualitatif dengan variabel terikat (1) jalur sirkulasi pedestrian; dan (2) halte, dan Permen PUPR No. 14 tahun 2017 sebagai variabel bebas. Temuan dari kegiatan penelitian ini terdiri dari dua poin. Pertama, kondisi penerapan Arsitektur Buta pada City Walk Slamet Riyadi terdiri dari (1) keterputusan jalur pemandu; (2) ketidaktepatan  jalur pemandu; dan (3) ketidaktepatan fasilitas yang diperuntukkan bagi pengguna tunanetra. Ketiga kondisi tersebut tidak sesuai dengan Permen PUPR No. 14 tahun 2017. Kedua, perilaku adaptasi yang dilakukan pengguna dari kalangan tunanetra meliputi (1) mengandalkan indera pendengaran; (2) mengandalkan alat bantu; (3) mengandalkan ingatan dan pengalaman; dan (4) mengandalkan indera peraba.
Perhitungan Ruang Terbuka Hijau di Kecamatan Kartasura Sukoharjo Berdasarkan Luas Wilayah, Jumlah Penduduk, dan Kebutuhan O2
Authors: Arsandrie Yayi , Widayanti Enny
Published: February 2020

Kecamatan Kartasura merupakan kawasan yang berkembang sangat pesat, hal itu dikarenakan Kecamatan Kartasura mempunyai wilayah yang strategis dan jumlah penduduk yang tinggi. Kepadatan penduduk menjadi latar belakang kebutuhan ruang terbuka hijau atau green open space di Kecamatan Kartasura.  Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi lapangan dengan pengamatan/observasi dan dengan metode perhitungan. Analisis kebutuhan ruang terbuka hijau berdasarkan kepadatan penduduk dan luas wilayah dapat dihitung melalui standar kebutuhan luas RTH (Ruang Terbuka Hijau); yaitu sebesar 30% dari luas wilayah. Kebutuhan ruang terbuka hijauseluas 20 m per jiwa diatur dalam Peraturan Menteri Pekerjaan Umum Nomor 05/M/PRT/2008 dan metode Gerarkis digunakan untuk menghitung kebutuhan luas RTH berdasarkan kebutuhan oksigen. Temuan penelitian ini antara lain bahwa: 1) kebutuhan RTH di Kecamatan Kartasura berdasarkan luas wilayah yaitu sebesar 576.9 Hektar, 2) kebutuhan RTH berdasarkan jumlah penduduk Kecamatan Kartasura yaitu sebesar 253.83 Hektar, dan 3) kebutuhan RTH berdasarkan kebutuhan oksigen yaitu sebesar 334 Hektar. Hasil temuan penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa luas kebutuhan RTHberdasarkan jumlah penduduk dan kebutuhan O2 sudah terpenuhi, namun kebutuhan RTH berdasarkan luas wilayah belum memenuhi standar. Lahan RTH eksisting di Kecamatan Kartasura hanya sebesar 376 Hektar yaitu 19% dari luas wilayah. Dengan demikian, Kecamatan Kartasura masih membutuhkan RTH sebesar 200.9 Hektar dari luas seluruh wilayah administratif Kecamatan Kartasura.
BUDAYA BERMUKIM MASYARAKAT JAWA
Authors: Ronald Arya
Published: February 2020

Atas ridhlo Allah SWT, dengan segala kerendahan hati kami ingin menghadirkansebuah karya tulis, yang barangkali dapat menggugah kesadaran para pembacaterhormat, bahwa kita mempunyai peninggalan budaya nenek moyang yang tidakternilai tingginya di sekitar kehidupan kita. Penulisan sebelum ini telah banyakmengungkap berbagai nilai, yang melekat pada karya budaya mereka, yang didalamnya tersirat idealisme dan perilaku mereka pada waktu itu. Setelah itu, timbulkeinginan untuk melakukan penelitian tentang perkembangan rumah masyarakat Jawayang tinggal di kota pada periode akhir abad ke 20 ini, sebab sepintas lalu terlihat gejalabahwa masyarakat Jawa telah banyak meninggalkan berbagai kaidah yangberhubungan dengan pembangunan rumahnya. Jadi tulisan ini bertujuan menjelaskan bahwa sebuah karya arsitektur pada dasarnya adalah sebuah bahasa, yangmengungkapkan pesan budaya kepada umum.
LESSON LEARNT FROM KREDIT TRIGUNA: THE HOUSING FINANCE FOR LOW-INCOME COMMUNITY
Authors: Astuti Dyah Widi
Published: February 2020

Financial aid or loan designed specifically for housing the low income community,especially they are working in informal sector, is necessary. To answer the need, abouttwo decades ago, Bank Tabungan Negara (BTN) or The State Savings Bank hadintroduced a loan package, named Kredit Triguna. Designed as a mixed microcreditpolicy, this loan implemented a fully concept of integrated approach. But it was onlyavailable for two years, and then discontinued. As one of the best practice microfinanceprograms at the time, this condition was considered as a unique case. This paper aimsto evaluate the previous microcredit policy, that was Kredit Triguna, in its implementation and to identify reasons for its success or failure in performance. As a sample of case study, a project of housing redevelopment in Kalianyar riverbank, Mojosongo, Surakarta using the loan is observed. The result of the study will help in developing new alternative scheme in housing finance for the low-income community.
TINGKAT PENCAPAIAN PENGHAWAAN ALAMI PADA OMAH SINTEN HERITAGE HOTEL DAN RESTO DI SURAKARTA
Authors: Anam Khoirul , Islam Riza Zahrul
Published: February 2020

"> Riset ini dilatar belakangi penghawaan alami di dalam bangunan merupakan jaminanadanya aliran udara yang baik dan sehat dengan kesejukan yang sewajarnya. Untukmendapatkan penghawaan yang baik perlu dirancang bentuk elemen, elemen dandetail arsitektur yang bertujuan  engoptimalkan aliran udara sejuk. Pertimbangan utama dalam perancangan optimalisasi penghawaan alami adalah denganmenganalisis datangnya arah angin. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakahpenghawaan alami pada obyek penelitian sudah sesuai standar yang berlaku ataubelum memenuhi standar yang berlaku. Obyek penelitian dalam hal ini adalah Omah Sinten Heritage Hotel dan Resto. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuantitatif – kualitatif diskriptif dan kualitatif deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa ruangyang diteliti pada obyek tersebut di atas tidak memenuhi standart peraturan yangberlaku.
A Digital Bulletin Board for the School Community
Authors: Karageorgos Panagiotis , Gouvedaris Dimitrios
Published: February 2020

This text describes the necessity of having a digital bulletin board in the school environment. In the context of the implementation of the project, this document also describes in detail the hardware and software specifications, the proposed use and the expandability of a wireless and remote programmable digital board, also referred as DPVW (Distance Programmable Video Wall). This paper aims to provide a proposal for a universal use of digital boards for informational use of a school community, students, teachers and school staff.
Towards A Teaching Model for Managing Students’ Cognitive Load In Activities That Integrate Computational and Mathematical Thinking
Authors: Panselinas Giorgos , Mavrikis Manolis , Geraniou Eirini , Anastasiou Popi , Tambouratzis Emmanouil , Kartsonakis Emmanouil
Published: February 2020

This paper proposes a model of teaching computational thinking as a sub-competence of a digital competence framework. This teaching model is based (a) on other models of teaching and learning programming aiming at managing students’ cognitive load, (b) on exploiting the engaging nature of unplugged activities and (c) on using erroneous examples to address students’ common errors and misconceptions. The teaching model emerged from the study of the implementation of the “Reach 20 first” competence assessment educational scenario at a Greek class with 11 students of low motivation and attainment regarding computing and mathematics. We investigated (a) the impact and the key-elements of the aforementioned teaching model on students’ computational and mathematical thinking achievement and (b) the relationship between computational and mathematical thinking in computing activities. We present our findings discussing the possible implications on educational activities design and teacher support.
The Shield of Achilles using 3D Technologies to Support Teaching Scenarios of Homeric Epics
Authors: Angelopoulos P. , Solomou E.
Published: February 2020

The “Shield of Achilles” is an effort to teach in an interdisciplinary way both the teaching subjects of Ancient Greek (Omer’s Iliad) and Informatics (3D modelling and printing), that took place in the 1st Junior High School of Vrilissia, Athens, during the school year 2017-2018 [13]. Students of B grade of Junior High School (ages 13-14), on a voluntarily basis, separated into groups of 4, created in a 3D design environment the “Shield of Achilles” as were taught during the subject of Ancient Greek and according to the description of the shield given by Homer in his poem “Iliad”. The most of the shields were eventually printed out using the 3D printer of the computer lab. The aim of the project was to support teaching between STEM and Classical subjects, co-create and implement integrated models inspired by STEM and classical disciplines and to investigate the behavior of students through a school program based in both formal and non-formal educational approaches. Part of the program was supported through the school’s curriculum, part of the program had to be implemented out of school hours. After the completion of the project students responded to a questionnaire prepared by the teachers in a google form format. The most important results of this questionnaire are discussed in this work.
Interdisciplinary Educational Approach STEM and HASS Knowledge Fields Using ICTs Support. Case of an Application for a Pilot Experiment
Authors: Savelides Socrates C. , Fasouraki Rigo , Georgousis Efthymios , Kolokotroni Katerina , Savelidi Maria S.
Published: February 2020

This paper investigates the possibility of a holistic interdisciplinary and cross-thematic educational approach of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and HASS (Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences) knowledge fields. The interdisciplinary educational approach of STEΜ and HASS knowledge branches, set out to resolve complex issues in an innovative way, can assist the development of the students into active and knowledgeable citizens so they will be able to face actual problems whose nature is always interdisciplinary. There is reference in elements which advocate the necessity of this holistic cross-thematic approach and additionally theories and techniques are established which are able to support it. Main characteristic of this development is its support with ICTs. Characteristics of a relevant educational scenario are presented. The scenario is implemented as a pilot experiment and relevant results can be extracted. The scenario is recommended as prototype due to its special interdisciplinarity, the educational techniques that were utilized, and its design procedure based on principles of Educational Management & Engineering and due to the positive results from its pilot implementation. Relevant conclusions are projected.
New Thermodynamics: Inefficiency of a Piston-Cylinder
Authors: Mayhew Kent W.
Published: February 2020

Inefficiencies of expanding systems are traditionally taught in terms of entropy, and the second law. Herein, it will be shown that such traditional explanations are an over-complication of reality. This will be accomplished by providing a simpler understanding as to why such inefficiencies exist in a piston-cylinder apparatus. This introduces many to a  new perspective which is founded on lost work, and the inherent inefficiencies when converting a gas’s kinetic energy into actual work.
Analysis of Inventory Level Optimization Using PSONN Model and Fuzzy Logic Approach
Authors: . Yogesh , Shrivastava Sudhir
Published: February 2020

Raw materials, intermediate goods and finished goods are termed as inventories while considering it as portion of business’s assets which can be considered as prepared or are prepared for sale. One of the suitable solutions is to design optimal inventory model. Major concern of industry is to design suitable inventory model. Some of the existing inventory management research work are discussed in literature. But this field is still a big area of interest. Many research works used artificial intelligence models for inventory management. One amongst the area for inventory management is worker behavior in a company. So, employees are taken into account to be as an inventory that contributes in growth of an organization. Employee attrition may be a big issue for the organizations specially once trained, technical and key staff leave for a far better chance from the organization. This results in financial loss to replace a trained employee. Therefore, this paper uses the current and past employees’ data to analyze attrition behavior of employees and to provide bonus/promotion to employees having non attrition behavior by using PSONN and fuzzy rules. The result shows that the efficiency of model is improved with respect to existing methods by approximately 2%.
Hand and Leg Movement Prediction using EEG Signal by Stacked Deep Auto Encoder
Authors: Virdi Kulsheet Kaur , Pawar Satish
Published: February 2020

Brain Computer Interface (BCI) is device that enables the use of the brain’s neural activity to communicate with others or to control machines, artificial limbs, or robots without direct physical movements. Brain–computer interfacing is an uprising field of research wherever signals extracted from the human brain are used for deciding and generation of control signals. Selection of the most appropriate classifier to find the mental states from electroencephalography (EEG) signal is an open research area due to the signal’s non-stationary and ergodic nature. In this research work the proposed algorithm is designed to solve an important application in BCI where left hand forward–backward movements and right hand forward-backward movements as well as left leg movement and right leg movement are needed to be classified. Features are extracted from these datasets to classify the type of movements. A staked Deepauto encoder is used for classification of hand and leg movements and compared with other classifiers. The accuracy of stacked deepauto encoder is better with respect to other classifiers in terms of classification of hand and leg movement of EEG signals.
Space Time Trellis Code Frequency Index Modulation with Neuro-LS Channel Estimation in OFDM
Authors: Yadav Sarita , Nema Ashish , Mishra Jitendra
Published: February 2020

In wireless communication, orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) plays a major role because of its high transmission rate. In space-time shift keying (STSK), the information is conveyed by both the spatial and time dimensions, which can be used to strike a trade-off between the diversity and multiplexing gains. On the other hand, orthogonal frequency division multiplexing (OFDM) relying on index modulation (IM) conveys information not only by the conventional signal constellations as in classical OFDM, but also by the indices of the subcarriers. In this paper compressed sensing(CS) is studied in order to increase throughput and bit-error performance by transmitting extra information bits in each subcarrier block as well as to decrease the complexity of the detector. In this paper, soft trellis decoding algorithm is implemented with channel estimation using Neuro-LS technique. The result analysis shows the better performance of trellis decoder with respect to BER and Neuro-LS channel estimation with respect to BER.
The role of acetyl-L-carnitine (LAC) in the treatment of mental disorders
Authors: Stelmach Ewa , Romanowski Marcin , Olajossy Marcin
Published: February 2020

Wstęp: Aktualnie brak jest pewnych biomarkerów do identyfikacji osób chorujących na depresję, a konwencjonalne leczenie przeciwdepresyjne ma swoje ograniczenia. Już w latach 80-tych XX wieku zwrócono uwagę na potencjalny wpływ acetylo-Lkarnityny (ALC) na przebieg leczenia zaburzeń psychicznych, w tym leczenia zaburzeń depresyjnych.

Cel i metoda. Dokonano przeglądu literatury dotyczącej znaczenia ALC w przebiegu leczenia zaburzeń psychicznych, a w szczególności zaburzeń depresyjnych, używając baz danych Google Scholar i Pub Med oraz dzieląc ją na dwa podrozdziały:
1. Znaczenie ALC w terapii różnych zaburzeń psychicznych
2. Znaczenie ALC w terapii depresji i dystymii

Podsumowanie: Ze względu na bezpieczeństwo stosowania oraz bardzo korzystny profil tolerancji prowadzono badania nad wpływem ALC na przebieg leczenia wielu chorób neurologicznych oraz psychicznych. Istnieją badania, w których wykazano pozytywny wpływ ALC na przebieg leczenia ADHD u chłopców z rozpoznaniem zespołu łamliwego chromosomu X oraz na przebieg leczenia otępienia. Prowadzono również badania dotyczące wpływu ALC na przebieg leczenia zaburzeń depresyjnych oraz dystymicznych, obserwując pozytywne efekty takiej terapii. Zauważono ważną korelację między stężeniem ALC a nasileniem objawów depresyjnych oraz początkiem zaburzeń, a także obniżony poziom ALC u osób z lekooporną depresją. Zwrócono również uwagę na możliwość zmniejszenia podatności na zachorowanie na depresję pod wpływem ALC.
Sharia Supervisory Board, Audit Committee, and Corporate Social Responsibility Disclosure
Authors: Yustrida Bernawati A. Dola Bastina,
Published: February 2020

This study examined the influence of the Sharia Supervisory Board and Audit Committee on the corporate social responsibility disclosure. The research sample used in the study is Islamic Banks in Indonesia from 2014 to 2018, with a total of 60 banks. Quantitative methods with multiple linear regression data analysis techniques were used in this study. The testing of hypotheses uses Ordinary Least Square (OLS) regression with a significance of 1%, 5%, and 10%. Test F shows a model that stable and significant. The results of this study supported the research hypothesis that ACSIZE brought a positive and significant effect on corporate social responsibility disclosure. In addition, the sharia supervisory board and the audit committee meet not influence the corporate social responsibility disclosure.
The Impact of Audit Committe Characteristics on Audit Quality
Authors: Yustrida Bernawati Paradisa Sukma,
Published: February 2020

This research was conducted to investigate the effect of audit committee characteristics on audit quality. The characteristics of the audit committee used in this study are the number of audit committees, number of audit committee meetings, audit committee education background, and audit committee experience while audit quality is measured using audit fees. This study uses manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2016 - 2018 with 70 observation data and uses OLS regression. The results of this study indicate all four Audit Characteristics, only size and experience significantly influence audit quality. While audit meetings and education do not significantly affect audit quality. Likewise with the education that can not ensure the capabilities possessed by members of the audit committee. Overall, the effectiveness of the audit committee has no significant effect on audit quality.
Health Behavior Patterns Among First-Year and Non-First Year College Students Attending a North Carolina Historically Black University
Authors: Dennis Dixie , Hicks Terence
Published: February 2020

The major purpose of this study was to conduct a baseline investigation of self-rated health behavior and quality of life among first-year and non-first-year college students. The authors used a quality of life questionnaire that was designed to gauge college students' health status, lifestyle, mental health, and living conditions. Results from this study were indicated that there were significan differences among health behavior patterns between first-year and non-first-year college students. Most importantly, this study provides compelling information regarding the physical and psychological health behaviors among a mostly African American student population who attended a historical Black university in North Carolina. Implications for university student personnel, counselors, and faculty are discussed.
Essential Elements for New Student Orientation
Authors: Capps Matthew A. , Miller Michael T.
Published: February 2020

New student orientation programs typically have been developed from the perspective of what new students need upon their arrival on a 4-year college campus. There is little consideration given to the environment from which students come, namely, the secondary and high schools from which students graduate. The current study study explores what secondary school administrators perceive to be the most important elements that should be included in an orientation program. This perspective, which largely supports the inclusion of all the Council for the Advancement of Standards' Standards for New Student Orientation, particularly noted the need for orientation programs to help the student identify the personal and financial costs (and benefits) of attending college.
Managing the Transition to College
Authors: Johnson Vanessa K. , Gans Susan E. , Kerr Sandra , Deegan Kelly
Published: February 2020

In the present study we examine family based explanation for variability in adolescents' academic, social, and personal/emotional adjustment to college. Using a sample of 56 first-year college students, we test the hypothesis that adolescents' emotional coping strategies will moderate the relationship between ther pre-college family environment and their college adjustment assessed during both their first and second college semesters. Results support this hypothesis, indicating that by the end of their first college year, participants from cohesive families who are emotion managers report particularly strong adjustment to the academic and personal/emotional challenges of the transition to college.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Authors: Wade Adam L. , Waryold Diane M. , Crees Nikki T.
Published: February 2020

It is widely acknowledged that students' first introduction to college life can have a profound impact on student persistence and educational attainment (Pascarella & Terenzini, 2005). Therefore, this study investigates student satisfaction of orientation as self-reported by 213 unndergraduate students at Appalachian State University (ASU). Results indicated that students were generally satisfied with the information that they received, their interactions with orientation staff, and with individual program offerings during the orientation event. Recommendations are made to enhance intentional and proactive planning measures to improve coordinated efforts for future orientation programs on a university wide basis.
In Their Own Words
Authors: Waryold Diane M. , James J. Joy
Published: February 2020

Wilderness orientation programs, as a special type of orientation, have become commonplace at many colleges and universities. The First Ascent (FA) program is an example of one such program and is a small piece of a comprehensive first-year experience offered at Appalachian State University (ASU). This program evaluation is intended to uncover the meaning of First Ascent through students' voices. Specifically, this qualitative study used naturally occurring data as an unobtrusive measure to gether feedback from participants over the eight-year period in which First Ascent has been in existence. Analysis of the data revealed that students spoke of the interpersonal and intrapersonal aspects of the experience as well as the importance of the natural world as a medium. Issues of personal welfare were notable but not prevalent.
The Narrative Experiences of Undergraduate African American Male Students, 24 Years and Younger, who Successfully Transitioned to and Persisted in College
Authors: Tovar-Murray Darrick
Published: February 2020

This study investigated the narrative experiences of undergraduate African American male students, 24 years and younger, who successfully transitioned to and persisted in college. In particular, this study explored the non-cognitive and environmental factors that influence persistence. Employing a qualitative research design, the author conducted focus group interviews with academically successful undergraduate African American male students (n=13). Three main themes emerged from the data: (1) confronting non-cognitive and environmental challenges to persistence, (2) colleges and universities playing a major role in persistence rates, and (3) same-race peer groups enhancing academic potential. Implications and recommendations for institutions of higher education are discussed.
One Size Does Not Fit All
Authors: Peska Scott F.
Published: February 2020

This article describes the unique adjustment challenges facing mid-year transfer students so that administrators and orientation planners can tailor programs and services to better address the needs of those students, leading to improved persistence and graduation rates. This research is based on the findings produced from two studies which detail different aspects of the unique adjustment experienced by mid-year transfer students at two different institutions. Specifically, this article addressed a gap in the scholarly literature pertaining to those asects of adjustment that can be addressed in orientations for mid-year transfer students.
Appreciative Advising Inventory
Authors: Hutson Bryant L. , He Ye
Published: February 2020

The major purpose of this study was to illustrate how the Appreciative Advising Inventory (AAI) can be used in student success programs to identify students' assets and strengths in order to promote their successful transition to college. The results of the study indicated that college students who are placed on academic probation shared internal assets related to their commitment to learning and positive values. The student success programming described in this study appeared to facilitate students' development of external assets, especially regarding boundaries and expectations, and constructive use of time. Students' positive values, positive identity, and support/connectedness were noted as indicators for their academic success in college. Implications of the study for college administrators, staff, instructors and students were also discussed.
Advising New Students with Disabilities
Authors: Walpole MaryBeth , Chaskes Jay
Published: February 2020

This study focuses on students with disabilities' (SWD) transition to and experiences in college using both quantitative and qualitative data. SWD report similar levels of interaction with advisors and faculty, despite the additional contact that accommodations typically require. SWD also persist at lower rates than do their non-disabled peers. On campuses, SWD must contend with decisions about disclosure, seeking accomodations, self-advocacy, college bureaucracy, and time management. Recommendations are to include disabilities as one aspect of campus diversity within orientation programming and created orientation programs specifically designed for SWD and their parents.
Engaging Families in Supporting their Students
Authors: Buyarski Catherine A. , Bloom Jennifer L. , Murray Joseph E. , Hutson Bryant L.
Published: February 2020

Parents and families are a key factor in college student success. As such, it is critical that institutions develop positive relationships with the families of students, particularly during new student orientation programs. Appreciative Advising has been used as a solid model for advisors and mentors to work with students on nurturing meaningful partnerships, generating co-constructed paths to success, and providing individualized sets of tools and timelines for personal development. Appreciative Advising is an effective, proven framework for enhancing student success which can be applied to working with parents durign new student orientation. The six-phase model can be taught to parents as a way to empower them to assist their student in achieving their educational and personal goals.
Adapting and Implementing Appreciative Advising Framework to Train Orientation Leaders
Authors: Propst Cuevas Amanda E. , Robinson Claire , Clark Amanda , Hutson Bryant L. , Bloom Jennifer L.
Published: February 2020

Expanding upon the work of Hendley (2010) who introduced the concept of adapting the six phase Appreciative Advising framework (Bloom, Hutson, & He, 2008) to orientation leader training, this article demonstrates how to construct and implement an effective training program for orientation leaders. It provides practical application of each phase of Appreciative Advising for bother orientation training facilitators and orientation leaders. In doing so, this article demonstrates how the six phases of Appreciative Advising offer a framework that incorporates and emphasizes the development of the informational, conceptual, and relational skill sets desired from orientation leaders. This development begins during training and transcends to leaders' interaction with incoming students. Appreciative approach to training has the power to positively impact the orientation leaders as well as the new students.
The Effects of Students’ Self-Perceptions of Behaviors, Attitudes, and Aptitudes on their First-to-Second-Year Persistence
Authors: Lambert Rebecca , Mamiseishvili Ketevan (Kate)
Published: February 2020

The study used the data from the Cooperative Institutional Research Program (CIRP) Freshman Survey to examine the effects of first-year students’ perceptions of their behaviors, attitudes, and aptitudes on their first-to-second-year persistence at a small, private, faith-based institution. Logistic regression analysis revealed that attending a private high school, high school GPA, academic self-concept, and likelihood of college involvement positively influenced students’ persistence, while being a first-generation college student was negatively related to persistence to the second year. Implications of these results for practice and policy are provided.
Predicting the Persistence of Undeclared First-Year and Transfer Students
Authors: Dika Sandra L. , Siarzynski-Ferrer Kristina , Galloway Kristen , D'Amico Mark M.
Published: February 2020

A significant proportion of students enter four-year institutions without declaring an academic major, and institutions have developed targeted advising and services to help these students select careers and persist to graduation. Previous research is dated and inconclusive about whether enrolling as undeclared has a negative effect on persistence, and there is little information about which pre-college attributes and early college experiences may serve as positive predictors of persistence for this student population. Utilizing a sample of 585 entering undeclared first-year and transfer students at a four-year public research institution, this study explores how well pre-entry attributes, early experiences, and integration predict persistence from initial enrollment to the third semester. Implications for future research and advising practices are discussed.
Non-Cognitive Assessment in Higher Education
Authors: Metz A.J. , Hu Qin , Kelly Alexandra R. , Fox Andrew R. , Shirley David , Shirley Laken
Published: February 2020

Non-cognitive assessment is used to identify at-risk college students and leverage limited resources to promote academic performance and persistence. Instruments that measure these psychosocial attitudes and skills require self-reported responses and, thus, may be subject to distortion. This study examined the social desirability response bias in a specific non-cognitive assessment tool, the Student Strengths Inventory (SSI), including gender and ethnic differences. Results show that college students did not respond to the SSI in a socially desirable way. Additionally, the SSI subscales contributed to significant variance in the prediction of academic performance and persistence. This study empirically supports the use of non-cognitive assessment in higher education and suggests interventions for using non-cognitive assessment data at the individual, group, and aggregate level.
PolyTransfer
Authors: Gomez S. Terri , Santiago-González Cecilia
Published: February 2020

The PolyTransfer Initiative is a collaborative effort between Cal Poly Pomona and local community colleges aimed at easing students’ transfer through the state’s educational system. PolyTransfer is focused on recruitment, enrollment, engagement, retention, and increasing timely graduation of transfer students, especially among underrepresented minority (URM) and first-generation students. This article provides an overview of our efforts to partner across divisions to establish a transfer-receptive culture predicated on innovation and adaptability. Our internal and external reflective, critical discussions have underscored that nothing has been sacred or “off the table” in moving forward to make significant changes to support transfer student success. On the contrary, we determined that the university must make fundamental changes in its policies, procedures, business practices, and expectations.Ó
The Influence of Student Development Services in Articulation Agreements
Authors: Lehning Emily M.
Published: February 2020

Articulation agreements are effective tools in providing a seamless transition for students pursuing a degree at institutions of higher learning. It is essential for those involved in developing these functions to identify the developmental needs of the ever-changing population of transfer students. This article reviews the need for responsive partnerships between institutions to assist students in meeting their developmental andeducational goals. The article addresses the importance of humanizing the transfer process with the inclusion of student service functions in articulation agreements. A model for practice is described and suggestions for effective student-centered articulation aggreements will be offered.
Transition from Tribal College to Four Year University
Authors: Dell Cindy Ann , Howard Richard D. , Borland Jr. Kenneth W.
Published: February 2020

Native American college stuents face unusual and difficult transitions. This grounded theory study provides an exploration of the issues Native American students face in transferring from tribally controlled colleges to a traditionally white university. Using interview data, findings identified specific transitional phases, including Expectations and Apprehension, Acclimation, Reality, and Adjustment and Discouragement. Specific recommendations for further research are also offered.
Antibacterial activity of different fractional extracts of cerastium glomeratum
Authors: Himayat Ullah  , Muhammad Hubaib  , Muhammad Israr  , Muhammad Mushtaq  , Muhammad Zeeshan  , Muhammad Mustafa
Published: February 2020

Every plant available in the universe is not produced to be the part of biodiversity, but is also produced to obtain medicinal purposes. The medicinal value of the plant is due to the availability of various chemical compounds [1]. Since prehistoric time, the crude extract of plant is used to cure various diseases, although the biologically active components of the plant were unidentified [2].

In the present study the antibacterial activity is performed for various extracts of cerastium glomeratum. The plant cerastium glomeratum was collected from near kalpani river Mardan, Pakistan and was identified by lecturer Israr department of botany GPGC Mardan, Pakistan. The plant was dried under shade and grinded into powder form. The extraction process was done by using soxhlet apparatus, reflux condenser and maceration process using ethanol as a solvent. The extract was divided into different fractions of n-hexane, DCM, ethyl acetate and water. These four extracts were tested against gram positive (staphylococcus aureus) and gram negative (E.coli) bacteria using well diffusion technique. The water extract show a wide range inhibition zone against both gram positive and gram negative bacteria while n-hexane, DCM and ethyl acetate fractions show no zone of inhibition against bacteria. In effort to find new antibacterial compounds cerastium glomeratum seems to be a good plant for additional phytochemical studies.
Preparation and Characterization of Betel Leaves (Piper betle Linn) Extract Nanoparticle with Ionic Gelation Method
Authors: Dwi Saryanti  , Dian Nugraheni  , Nisa Sindi Astuti
Published: February 2020

Nanoparticles are used in drug delivery which can increase mass transfer so increase the absorption and effectiveness of the drug. Therefore, its prospect to improve antibacterial and antioxidants activities of betel leaves. The research aimed to preparation and characterization of betel leaf extract using ionic gelation technique. The formulation of nanoparticles from betel leaf extract with ionic gelation method using alginate and CaCl2 with a ratio of 2.5: 1. The characterization of the nanoparticles includes particle size analysis, zeta potential, particle morphology and determination of flavonoid content. Particle size analysis demonstrated that the betel leaf extract nanoparticles had a particle size of 243,03 ± 1,48 nm, zeta potential of -23,0 ± 0,35 mV and morphology of particle showed that a flat shape. The betle leaf exctract nanoparticle positively contained flavonoid with Rf 0.7 equivalent to quercetin. The betel leaf extract can be made nanoparticles with ionic gelation method using alginate and CaCl2.
Pemenuhan Prasarana Jalan dan Drainase Permukiman Kelurahan Tanah Kongkong Kabupaten Bulukumba Provinsi Sulawesi Selatan
Authors: Syamsuddin Sunandar , Hamzah Suharman , Abdurrahman M. Asad
Published: February 2020

Pertumbuhan penduduk di Kelurahan Tanah Kongkong semakin meningkat sehingga kebutuhan akan penyediaan prasarana jalan dan drainase permukiman meningkat pula. Isu tentang prasarana jalan adalah masih ada wilayah yang belum ada jalan, jalan pemukiman sempit dan jalan setapak yang kurang. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisa dan mengevaluasi pemenuhan prasarana jalan dan drainase permukiman di kelurahan Tanah Kongkong Kabupaten Bulukumba. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain penelitian evaluatif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif-dekriptif. Pengambilan data primer melalui survey, observasi dan kuesioner pada pengguna jalan dan drainase. Data survey diolah dengan menampilkan existing prasarana jalan dan drainase. Data kuesioner diolah dengan metode Importance Performance Indikator (IPA) untuk menampilkan informasi berkaitan dengan faktor–faktor pelayanan yang menurut responden sangat mempengaruhi kepuasan mereka serta faktor-faktor pelayanan yang saat ini belum memuaskan responden sehingga harus ditingkatkan.  Sedangkan metode Costumer Satisfaction Index (CSI) digunakan untuk mengetahui tingkat kepuasan pengguna jalan dan drainase secara menyeluruh. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan tingkat kepuasan masyarakat menggunakan metode Costumer Satisfaction Index (CSI) diperoleh nilai CSI sebesar 69% artinya masyarakat Puas dengan kinerja prasarana jalan. Terhadap evaluasi prasarana drainase persentase jumlah masyarakat yang terlayani drainase adalah sebesar 79,69% telah melebihi standar minimal, Analisa tingkat kepuasan dengan menggunakan metode Costumer Satisfaction Index (CSI) diperoleh nilai sebesar 61,60% yang berarti masyarakat Cukup Puas dengan kinerja prasarana drainase. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kinerja pelayanan prasarana jalan dan drainase yang ada masih perlu ditingkatkan lagi.
Fitur dan Fasilitas Masjid Berbasis Potensi Fitrah Anak
Authors: Hayati Salmiah Zainuddin , Wikantari Ria , Harisah Afifah
Published: February 2020

Penelitian ini bertujuan; (1) mengidentifikasi fitur dan fasilitas anak di masjid-masjid di Kota Makassar, (2) mengeksplorasi fitur dan fasilitas masjid berbasis potensi fitrah anak. Penelitian dilakukan di Makassar, menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan menggunakan data kualitatif dan kuantitatif melalui metode daftar pertanyaan, survey serta wawancara orang tua dan anak pada komunitas parenting dan komunitas da’wah di Makassar. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: (1) fitur area salat untuk anak adalah area yang terpisah jika memungkinkan namun tetap terkoneksi dengan area salat utama dengan pengawasan orang tua atau volunteer yang memiliki kedekatan dengan anak. Area salat anak dilengkapi dengan poster (doa anak, bacaan salat, serta adab di masjid), karpet warna-warni, perlengkapan ibadah anak (mukena, peci, alqur’an, sajadah), rak perlengkapan ibadah anak, dan kebutuhan anak yang lain seperti air minum gallon. Sedangkan fasilitas rekreasi anak di masjid-masjid di Kota Makassar belum pernah ditemukan, yang ada adalah masjid sebagai tempat anak-anak belajar Al-Qur’an. Masjid-masjid di Makassar perlu meningkatkan fasilitas yang ada seperti perpustakaan anak, fasilitas olahraga, tempat wudhu/toilet anak, ruang laktasi, teras yang lapang. (2) Fasilitas masjid berbasis potensi fitrah anak : (0-2 tahun) ruang laktasi, (3-6 tahun) Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur’an, perpustakaan anak, sarana bermain anak, tempat wudhu anak (7-10) fasilitas olahraga.
Evaluasi Mutu Beton Menggunakan Beton Inti Diameter Kecil
Authors: Rakhman Yulius , Parung Herman , Irmawaty Rita
Published: February 2020

Salah satu penyebab keterbatasan pengambilan sampel beton inti karena keberadaan tulangan pada struktur beton. Jika digunakan diameter core besar, dapat menurunkan kapasitas struktur beton dengan adanya tulangan yang terpotong. Oleh karena itu, dilakukan studi penggunaan core beton diameter kecil untuk memprediksi kuat tekan beton diameter kecil terhadap silinder beton diameter standar. Benda uji berupa (a) silinder beton berdiameter 10 cm dan tinggi 20 cm; (b) 2 plat beton berdimensi 45cm x 45cm x 13cm; dan (c) 4 balok beton berdimensi 70cm x 30cm x 15cm. Metode pengambilan sampel core diameter 2 inchi dan 1 inchi dengan arah sejajar dan tegak lurus arah pengecoran. Ada 2 variasi mutu beton yaitu 20 MPa dan 30 Mpa dengan MSA masing-masing 10 mm dan 20 mm. Pengujian kuat tekan dan modulus elastisitas beton dilakukan, serta uji normalitas beton inti untuk mengevaluasi kecukupan benda uji. Dari hasil pengujian dapat disimpulkan bahwa kuat tekan beton inti 2 inchi dengan pengambilan benda uji sejajar dan tegak lurus arah pengecoran memenuhi syarat uji normalitas, sehingga dapat direkomendasikan dengan jumlah sampel 25 buah, sedangkan untuk sampel berdiameter 1 inchi jumlah sampelnya perlu ditambah
Advances in adulteration and authenticity testing of turmeric (Curcuma longa L.)
Authors: Sasikumar B
Published: February 2020

Synthetic colorants such as metanil yellow, lead chromate, Acid orange 7, Sudan red; rhizomes of related Curcuma sp. besides spent turmeric, starch, chalk and yellow soapstone are the main adulterants in traded turmeric while synthetic curcumin is an adulterant of natural curcumin. Both branded products as well as the produce from the unorganized sector are found adulterated. The adulterants, added either to increase the bulk, improve the colour and appearance or enhance the profit margin, often result in corroding the biological efficacy of the commodity and eroding the public impression besides posing health risks to the consumers. Various physical, chemical and PCR based methods are available to detect the adulterants in traded turmeric. While chemical methods are suited to detect the synthetic adulterants and spent turmeric, DNA based methods are the best options for detecting the biological adulterants (except spent turmeric) in the commodity. Along with adopting a supply chain system and quality linked pricing in turmeric trade, commercial adulteration diagnostic kits, if they can be developed and deployed, will be a very convenient way to ensure the quality of the traded produce.
Pescadores migrantes: análisis de su dinámica e integración Social
Authors: González Laxe Fernando
Published: February 2020

La globalización de la economía incentiva desplazamientos masivos de población y genera, inevitablemente, una cosmopolitización de las sociedades. Ello provoca inquietudes, incomprensiones y rechazos. Los grupos sociales más vulnerables en la sociedad pueden percibir a la población que se mueve como intrusos y enemigos en la competición social.Sin duda alguna, entre los múltiples factores de la dinámica migratoria se sitúa la extrema inestabilidad espacial de los recursos pesqueros. Alrededor de este concepto gravitan diversas razones que impulsan la movilidad de los pescadores. Entre ellas, se sitúan los aspectos relacionados con las tradiciones, con la capitalización de la actividad, con las innovaciones tecnológicas, y con los intercambios de información relativos a la localización de los bancos de pecesEste artículo reflexiona sobre los desplazamientos espaciales de los pescadores. Los análisis se insertan dentro del paradigma de la gestión sostenible de los recursos renovables comunes, en concreto de los recursos pesqueros. Presenta tres rúbricas: a) las razones de la movilidad; b) la elección de los destinos; y c) la integración en las unidades de acogida.
La teoría de la banca y la falacia de la innovación disruptiva en los servicios financieros
Authors: Hermida Martins Carvalho Mário Jorge
Published: February 2020

Hacer banca es un ejercicio de confianza entre partes, en el que una de ellas - el cliente - confiesa a la otra cuánto vale, esperando que guarde esa información para su exclusiva orientación en el desarrollo de la relación de negocio. La cuestión nuclear es la de si para implementar una estrategia (sea cual sea) ella debe o no ser apoyada en una determinada cultura organizacional (sea cual sea). La banca tradicional aparentó creer poco en la estrategia, utilizando el término y algunas prácticas relacionadas para gestionar en el cortoplacismo de las sucesivas coyunturas. Considerando que la excelencia no se reduce a la mera caracterización de la innovación tecnológica o de procesos, el producto / servicio de excelencia presupone el diseño, el desarrollo y la supervisión siempre y sólo en la perspectiva del usuario / beneficiario / cliente finales identificados y seleccionados.