bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Juvenile delinquency as a contemporary issue in Nigeria: understanding the impacts of parenting styles, single parenting and marital discord.
Authors: Folorunsho Sunkanmi , Ajayi Victor , Abdulrazaq Oluwakemi
Published: April 2024

When addressing juvenile delinquencies in Nigeria, it is important to consider the roles and effects of parenting styles and family structures. Although, there are no universally accepted parenting styles, evidence and studies have pointed to some parenting styles that expose children to delinquent behaviours. We examined different parenting styles comprehensively in this article and how these styles can influence juvenile delinquencies. We also discussed the association between single-parenting and behavioural outcomes; accounting how single-parenting may increase risks of delinquencies. Furthermore, marital discord was discussed and social learning theory by Albert Bandura was adopted to buttress our positions. We concluded that parenting styles have roles in delinquencies and that while children raised by single parents may be vulnerable to delinquencies, the assumption may not always be true. This study posits that government and appropriate agencies should establish a functional child support systems across Nigeria and family institution should be paid more attention to.
Geoenvironmental Assessment of the Impacts of Ewu-Elepe Dumpsite on Soil and Groundwater Resources at Ikorodu, Lagos State, Nigeria
Authors: Salami Sikiru A. , Omoniyi Morakinyo E. , Itiowe Kiamuke
Published: April 2024

The environmental status of the municipal solid waste dumpsite at Ewu-Elepe, Ikorodu Local Government Area of Lagos State was  investigated. A total of seventeen (17) samples consisting of twelve (12) soils, three (3) groundwater and two (2) leachate samples were  collected and analyzed for different parameters using Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). The results revealed that in the  leachate samples, all the heavy metals, Cl- , COD, salinity, and conductivity contents showed significant increase. The physicochemical  results for the groundwater samples agreed with the international standards for drinking water, except for high cadmium content  (0.009mg/l) recorded in the groundwater sample W1 which exceeded the NSDWQ and WHO permissible limits of 0.003 and 0.005mg/l  respectively for drinking water, and high manganese content (0.09mg/l) recorded also in W1. The results of soil samples from the  dumpsite showed that the concentration of all the heavy metals, Zn (23.5mg/kg), Cu (10.8mg/kg), Cr (14.2mg/kg), Ni (3.47mg/kg) and Pb  (19.0mg/kg) fall below the Sediment Quality Criteria ISQG-Low level and the Lowest Effect Range of the New York Sediment Criteria  except for Cd (16.60mg/kg) which is even higher than the High Effect Range of both the New York sediment Criteria and the Sediment  Quality Criteria that the soil within the dumpsite have been moderately impacted is further demonstrated by the application of  environmentric parameters treatment such as Contamination Factor (CF), Geo-accumulation Index, Enrichment Factor (EF) and Ecological  Risk Factor Analyses. The results of the sediment quality assessment are good evidence to confirm that the soil of the  dumpsite is highly polluted with cadmium (Cd), and moderately contaminated with lead (Pb). This study reveals that the solid waste  dumpsite is affecting the natural quality of the ambient environment. Therefore, indiscriminate dumping of solid waste at the dumpsite   should be prohibited.
An Energy Conservation through an Adapted Probabilistic Scheduler for Timely Data Exchange in Local Mobile Cloud
Authors: Musa Muhammad , Modi B.
Published: April 2024

Mobile Cloud Computing has emerged as a pivotal technology, enabling mobile devices to harness external resources for hosting  applications and significantly reducing latency. Recent research introduces the concept of a 'local mobile cloud,' formed by proximate  mobile devices, to offload complex real-time applications to nearby devices, which minimizes energy requirement, and communication latency. This research introduces a more efficient task scheduling algorithm that is based on probabilistic task scheduling technique. This  moves computations from multiple source nodes to closer processing nodes. A simulation model for local mobile clouds using OMNET++,  is used for assessing the performance of the task scheduling algorithm. Additionally, a comparative analysis of the task scheduler with  alternative scheduling schemes was conducted to evaluate performance in terms of the energy consumption, and process completion  time. The outcome of the study showed that the probabilistic task scheduling technique improved the computing time and further  conserved the energy resource requirement.
Comparison of the Nutraceutical Potential of Ziziphus spina Christi and Parkia biglobosa Fruits
Authors: Bashir M. , Bashir L.U. , Salma S.G. , Abubakar U.S. , Abdullahi S. , Yamani A.M.
Published: April 2024

Consumption of Zizipus spina christi and Parkia biglobosa fruits in Kano state Northern Nigeria is increasing daily, due to their huge  amount of some minerals, vitamins and antioxidant content. Comparative analysis of these minerals and proximate composition will  showcase their health and nutritional benefits. This study aimed to compare the proximate composition of Z. spina christi and P. biglobosa fruits. The proximate analysis shows that some parameters (ash, crude fiber and moisture content) were significantly (p<0.05)  higher in the fruit of P. biglobosa when compared to Zizipus spina christi fruit [(5.76±0.17 % and 3.15±0.12 %), (12.35±0.46 % and  5.59±0.16 %), (3.16±0.05 % and 1.99±0.02 %) respectively], while other parameters such as crude protein, crude fat and carbohydrate  content were significantly (p<0.05) higher in the fruit of Z. spina christi when compared to P. biglobosa fruit [(13.23±0.60 % and 11.09±0.60  %), (75.80±0.10 % and 67.53± 0.09 %), (0.14±0.01 % and 0.13± 0.01 %) respectively]. Also, the mineral composition were also  analyzed; potassium (250.72± 0.03 mg/kg), magnesium (47.04± 0.04 mg/kg), iron (12.77± 1.02 mg/kg), manganese (2.26± 0.55 mg/kg) and  sulfur (1.92± 0.12 mg/kg) were found to be significantly (p<0.05) higher in the fruit of P. biglobosa when compared to Zizipus spina  christi fruit, while calcium (177.72± 0.07 mg/kg), zinc (2.53± 0.08 mg/kg) and phosphorus (10.85± 0.13 mg/kg) were found to be significantly (p<0.05) higher in the fruit of Zizipus spina christi when compared to P. biglobosa fruit. The present study showed that the  fruits of both trees contains important mineral and proximate composition; therefore, they could be utilized as raw materials in food and  pharmaceutical industries.
Determination Of Heavy Metals and Radon Concentration in Soil and Water Samples from Wadi-B Jere Oil Exploration Sites in Maiduguri, Northeast Nigeria
Authors: Yakubu A. , Darma T.H. , Dankawu U.M. , Kareema A.L. , Danfiyau A.A. , Muhammed A. , Shamsuddeen A. , Usman A.R. , Hannafi Y. , Bukar M.I. , Kachallah F.
Published: April 2024

Radon gas and heavy metals are two significant risk factors that can cause lung cancer. Wadi B, a locality in Jere local government of  Borno state, is an area where oil exploration is underway. There is a potential health risk of contamination of the drinking water and soil  samples in the area. To investigate radon concentration and heavy metal contamination, several samples of water from wells and  boreholes, as well as soil samples, were collected for analysis. The analysis was conducted using liquid scintillation (LSC) and atomic  absorption spectrometry. The result of radioactivity analysis using LSC shows that water samples have varying levels of radon  concentration ranging from 17.77 Bql-1 to 22.50Bql-1 which exceeded the maximum contaminant levels of 11.1Bq/L set by the USEPA  1999 and the world average value of 10Bq/L set by the World Health Organisation (WHO 2004). The mean annual effective cancer risk of  radon intake varied across sampling points, ranging from 0.164, 0.246, 0.287 to 0.130, 0.218, and 0.227 for adults, children, and infants,  respectively, with mean values of 0.146, 0.219, and 0.255. The mean values of excess lifetime cancer risk (ELCR) associated with radon  inhalation and ingestion for adults, children, and infants were 0.0005110, 0.0007660, and 0.0008930, respectively. Moreover, elevated  conductivity and total dissolved solids in water samples suggest potential contamination, exceeding the recommended limits set by the  World Health Organization. On the other hand, Heavy metals analysis shows a mean value of ELCR 0.125009 for adults and 0.000063 for  infants. Results showed that heavy metal concentrations in soil samples exceeded permissible limits for all metals except chromium and  lead, with the order of concentration being Cr < Cd < Pb < Cu < Zn. These findings underscore the need for ongoing monitoring and  remediation efforts to mitigate environmental and health risks in Wadi B
A Rule-based Approach to English-Okun Prepositional Phrase Machine Translation
Authors: Esan A. , Sobowale A. , Adebiyi T. , Adio M. , Toloruntomi S.
Published: April 2024

Okun culture is gradually going into extinction because the language is greatly dominated by English language. Therefore, this research  developed a rule-based English-Okun machine translator using prepositional phrase. The dataset used were obtained from locally spoken  words and the correctness of the re-write rules was tested using Java Formal Language Automata Package. Human judgment  was employed in evaluating the system based on orthography accuracy. Results show that the developed translator is 95 percent  accurate while experimental subject respondents have an accuracy of 58 percent. The developed machine translator’s performance is  closer to the Experts’ but higher than that of the experimental subject respondents, this shows that indigenous people are not good at  writing Okun language and find it hard to separate the dialect from Yoruba language. Hence, research in EnglishOkun machine  translation should be intensified in order to prevent the language from going into extinction and future research should consider  extending the full form bilingual lexicon of Okun language to achieve improved accuracy.
New Models for Estimation of Diffuse Solar Radiation for Warri, Nigeria
Authors: Akpootu D.O. , Salifu S.I.
Published: April 2024

This study utilized a 22-year dataset (2001-2022) comprising monthly average daily global solar radiation, diffuse solar radiation, relative  humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind speed, and mean temperature for Warri (Latitude 5.52 oN, Longitude 5.73 oE and 6.10 m above sea  level). Nineteen models, categorized into modified Page, Liu, and Jordan models; clearness index and one variable models; two variable  models; three variable models; and four variable models, were developed and statistically tested using the following validation indices of  Mean Bias Error (MBE), Root Mean Square Error (RMSE), Mean Percentage Error (MPE), t-test, and coefficient of determination (R2).  Among the models, the linear page model from the modified Page, Liu, and Jordan category, the model that relates the diffuse solar  radiation with clearness index and mean temperature for clearness index and one variable models, the model that relates wind speed  and atmospheric pressure for two variable models, and the model that relates wind speed, atmospheric pressure and relative humidity  for three variable models were found more appropriate. Upon ranking the best-performing models from each category, the model that  relates that diffuse solar radiation with clearness index and mean temperature performed best as the most suitable model for estimating  diffuse solar radiation in Warri.
Effect of Polyalthia Longifolia Leaf Extract on Uterine Function Indices of Female Wistar Rats
Authors: Abdullahi T.O . , Yakubu M.T. , Suleiman A.I. , Ahmad A.I. , Abdulazeez B.O. , Muhammad B. , Onemola K.R. , Obansa U.O. , Ahmed T.M.
Published: April 2024

The bark of Polyalthia longifolia plant is commonly used in the treatment of various diseases like diabetes, malaria and many others. In  this research, phytochemical screening and effects of the aqueous extract of P. longifolia leaves on the uterine function indices of female  Wistar rats were investigated. Phytochemical analysis of the extract was performed using standard methods. The animals were randomized into four groups (Control A, B, C and D) of five rats each. Animals in the control group were given 1ml of distilled water daily,  for 30days. While those in groups B, C and D were administered with the same volume of 50, 100 and 200mg/kg body weight of the plant  extract, respectively, for 30days as well. At the end of the administration period, the animals were sacrificed 24 hours after the last day of  administration. Uterine function indices were evaluated afterwards. Phytochemical screening indicated the presence of saponins,  flavonoids, tannins, phenolics, cardiac glycosides, steroids, anthraquinones, phlobatannins and alkaloids while terpenoids were not  detected. The extract at a moderate dose of 100mg/kg body weight gave a significant increase and decrease (P<0.05) in uterine glucose  and uterine cholesterol respectively; it also revealed a significant increase and decrease(P<0.05) in alkaline phosphatase activity and total  protein, when compared with the control. In general, it could be inferred that the aqueous extract of P. longifolia leaves possesses fertility  enhancing potentials with regards to the uterus and uterine function indices.
Response surface optimization of lipase production by Pseudomonas sp. on a low-cost shea-nut cake using solid state fermentation
Authors: Kazeem M.O. , Mayaki M.A. , Musa D.
Published: April 2024

Shea nut cake (SNC) is the solid residue produced after the shea butter extraction process. The SNC could provide a low-cost substrate for  bacterial lipase production. Greater yield are among the benefits Solid State Fermentation (SSF). However, there have been less  instances of lipase production by bacteria than fungi in SSF. The current study aimed at improving bacterial lipase production on SNC in  SSF using Response Surface Methodology. Lipase-producing bacteria (LPB) were isolated from the shea butter mill effluent pond and screened for lipase production on a tributyrin agar plate. The influence of four independent parameters (temperature, pH, moisture  content and biosurfactant) on lipase production was studied using Box Behnken Design (BBD) of RSM. Results showed that isolate AO  (Pseudomonas sp.) displayed the highest zone of hydrolysis 2 (53 mm). A quadratic regression with R = 0.931 showed that the model is  best fitting, and predicted the optimum conditions of significant (P>0.05) growth parameters, including temperature at 40°C, moisture content at 50%, and biosurfactant at 2 mL, which produced 408.25 U/g of experimental lipase. The findings indicate that the model was useful for predicting optimal growth conditions for incresing lipase production in SSF and the low-cost agro- industrial SNC could be a promising substrate for industrial applications.
Lithological discrimination and mapping in part of the upper Benue Trough using Landsat 8
Authors: Abodunrin O.A. , Fagbohun B.J. , Anifowose A.Y.B.
Published: April 2024

This study focused on evaluating the efficiency and complementarity of image enhancement techniques for lithological discrimination  and mapping in the upper parts of Benue Trough using Landsat 8 data. To achieve this, image enhancement techniques such optimum  index factor, band ratio, principal component analysis, and minimum noise fraction were applied on Landsat 8 OLI data covering parts of  the Upper Benue Trough. False colour composites (FCC) were created from three most informative derivatives of these image  enhancements. The FCCs were compared in terms of their capability to differentiate different lithological units in the study area by  comparing the FCCs with existing geological map. The results show that the FCC created from band ratios provided the highest amount  of information, while those created based on optimum index factor provided the least amount of information with respect to lithological  discrimination. Additionally, it was observed that the FCCs created from the derivatives of band ratio, principal component analysis and  minimum noise fraction provide complementarity. Thus, the three FCCs from these three enhancement methods were fused into a single image, which further aided lithological discrimination. By combining the outputs from three image enhancement techniques, most of the  sedimentary and crystalline rocks in the study area were successfully delineated. The method adopted in this study particularly the fusion  of outputs from band ratio, principal component analysis and minimum noise fraction represents a novel approach that is suitable  for lithological mapping in remote areas, particularly arid and semi-arid terrains with considerable rock exposure.
in vitro β-hematin inhibitory activity and antioxidant properties of four selected medicinal plants used in the management of malaria in southwestern Nigeria
Authors: Omotosho G.O. , Ogundepo G.E. , Olawuni J.I. , Omisore N.O. , Obuotor E.M. , Akinpelu B.A. , Babalola O.O.
Published: April 2024

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Production of vinegar from waste fruits using Acetobacter species
Authors: Paul S.K , Wartu J.R. , Orukotan A.A.
Published: April 2024

Vinegar is an organic substance that contains about 5% acetic acid and is made from the oxidative fermentation of alcohol by acetic acid  bacteria. The aim of this study was to produce vinegar from the juices of waste fruits. Proximate and physicochemical analysis was  carried out on the juices of orange, sugarcane, tomato, and pineapple using standard techniques. Twenty-one (21) species of acetic acid  bacteria were isolated and identified using glucose-yeast-Calciumcarbonate (GYC) agar. The juices were fermented for 7 days using  Saccharomyces cerevisiae, and subsequently, for 28 days, four alcohol-tolerant Acetobacterspecies were selected and inoculated into the  fermenting media. The produced vinegar was sensory evaluated, following a nine-point hedonic scale. The antibacterial and antifungal  effects of the vinegar were tested on fresh cabbage at various contact times (0, 5, and 10 min) and concentrations (5, 10, and 15 % v/v).  The physicochemical parameters analyzed in fermentation using S. cerevisiae showed a decrease in pH, specific gravity, and brix, while  the percentage of alcohol content increased. As the fermentation using Acetobacter species progressed, pH further decreased, titratable  acidity increased in a range of 6.6-7.7%, and specific gravity also decreased while specific gravity increased in Acetic acid fermentation.  Sensory evaluation showed a score range of 5.7–6.8 for pungency, 6.8–7.4 for appearance, 6.4–7.9 for aroma, 5.8–7.4 for taste, and 6.9–7.9  for acceptability. The best results for bacterial and fungal loads 5 on cabbage were at a concentration of 15% at 10 min. Drastic reduction  of bacterial load was from 2.07×10 to 4 4 3 2.7×10 CFU/g, while fungal load reduced from 4.9×10 to 6.7× 10 CFU/g. To evaluate  significance, an ANOVA was performed (p<0.05) and Duncan's test was used for multiple comparisons. Vinegar was successfully tested to  be effective as an antimicrobial agent. Future research should look into process optimization, strain improvement, and the adoption of  agro-allied wastes for biotechnology.
Reservoir Prediction and Prospectivity of Omos Field Onshore Niger Delta Basin, Nigeria
Authors: Ogbamikhumi A. , Edegbai A. J.
Published: April 2024

Reservoir prediction and prospectivity are performance indices of the oil and gas field development planning and reserves estimation which depicts the behaviour of the reservoir in the future; its success is dependent on accurate description of the reservoir rock properties, fluid properties, rock-fluid properties and flow. Hence, the objective of this paper was to investigate and predict the reservoir and prospectivity of Omos Field, Onshore Niger Delta Basin, by integrating appropriate standard methods. Results obtained from rock physics attribute map analysis revealed very high Mu-Rho values between 13.0-16.2 Gpa, that is expected for sand presence, and this agrees with the good quality reservoir sands predicted from sequence stratigraphy study.Lambda-Rho values obtained ranges between - 1 to 9.5 GPa, with a much lower value between -1 to 4.3 in the prospective zone that indicates the presence of hydrocarbon bearing sand. These results agree with the results of structural and amplitude maps analysis. Hence the prospective reservoir has a very good hydrocarbon potential in this zone and should be a target for further appraisal for development and production purposes.
Geochemical and Biostratigraphical Evaluation of Lokpanta Shale in Abakaliki Anticlinorium, Anambra Basin Province, Southeast Nigeria
Authors: Uzoegbu M. U. , Amoke A. I.
Published: April 2024

A geochemical and biostratigraphic method has been applied to explore the quality of organic matter, thermal evolution, potential hydrocarbon source and type of fossils of Lokpanta Shale from the Abakaliki Anticlinorium, Anambra Basin Province, Southeast Nigeria. Data obtained reveal that the total organic carbon (TOC) (2.18wt%) of the shale constitutes that of good to excellent source rock with gas-prone kerogen indicated by Rock-Eval S2/S3 (2.32). The low oxygen index (OI) (27.20 mgCO2g-1TOC) suggest deposition under low energy environments. The plots of HI against Tmax classified the organic matter as Type III kerogen. The poor concentration of OM is thought to account for its current hydrogen index (31.47 mgHCg-1TOC). The predominance of Type III kerogen in the Lokpanta shale suggests their potential to generate gas in the deeply buried sections. The Tmax values from the pyrolysis of the shales of the Lokpanta ranges from 428 to 442oC corresponding to maturity levels within the oil formation. The lamination of the sediments of the Lokpanta area with no burrows and the occurrence of dominantly planktonic foraminiferal assemblages also indicate a quiet water anoxic marine condition.
Effect of Coefficient of Viscous Damping on Dynamic Analysis of Euler-Bernoulli Beam Resting On Elastic Foundation Using Integral Numerical Method
Authors: Sulaiman M. A. , Usman M. A. , Mustapha R. A. , Hammed F. A. , Raheed T. L.
Published: April 2024

In this paper, the effect of coefficient of viscous damping on the dynamic analysis of Euler-Bernoulli beam resting on elastic foundation was investigated using Integral-Numerical method which reduces to an ordinary differential equation with series representation of Heaviside function. The dynamic responses of the beam in terms of normalized deflection and bending moment has been investigated for different velocity ratios under moving load and moving mass conditions. Generally, closed-form solution to the generalized mathematical model for prismatic beam was computed by means of symbolic programming approach through MAPLE 18. Results obtain revealed that the presence of an elastic foundation and the provision of sufficient reinforcement in beams and beam-like structure reduces vibration intensity and ensure safe passage of load and prolong the beam life.
Distribution, Levels, Potential Sources and Human Health Risk Assessment of Trace Metals in Atmospheric Particulate Matter in Ogbia communities of Bayelsa State, Niger Delta, Nigeria
Authors: Uzoekwe S. A. , Iniaghe P. O.
Published: April 2024

The occurrence of toxic metals in atmospheric particulate matter is of high risk to human health. Hence, the objective of this paper was to evaluate the distribution, concentrations, potential sources and human health risk assessment of trace metals in atmospheric particulate matter in Ogbia communities of Bayelsa State, Niger Delta, Nigeria. Samples of atmospheric particulate matter were digested using a mixture of acids, and quantification of trace metals was achieved using atomic absorption spectrophotometry (Model: Buck 230 ATS). The concentration (µg m-3) of trace metals in atmospheric particulate matter ranged as follows: Pb (<0.010 - 0.060), Cd (<0.010 - 0.880), Ni (<0.010 - 0.028), Cu (<0.010 - 0.046), Zn (<0.010 - 0.028), and Co (<0.010 - 0.021). Except nickel (Ni) and cadmium (Cd), other metal concentrations were below the US EPA limits. Principal component analysis indicated a common source of the studied metals and two major factors (gas flaring and uncontrollable fossil fuel combustion) were identified; while non-carcinogenic risk due to inhalation indicated negligible health risk. Therefore, hazardous effects due to inhalation of trace metals in atmospheric particulate matter in the study area is minimal.
An Exploration of Effective Inclusive Pedagogy for Children with Special Educational Needs who Exhibit Challenging Behaviour in Mainstream Primary Schools in England Seeking ways to escape from the inclusion-exclusion maze.
Authors:   , Kay Lynda
Published: April 2024

Lively learners, otherwise known as children who exhibit challenging behaviours [CB] in schools, have been a topic of concern over many years. Many lively learners have special educational needs and are highly represented in the statistics for exclusion from primary schools in England. This circumstance highlights issues relating to pedagogical approaches that, and teachers’ preparedness to, effectively manage CB. A variety of factors may underlie CB including speech, language and communication needs [SLCN]. The aim of this research was to explore factors of, and further possibilities for, effective pedagogy for children who have SLCN and exhibit CB in mainstream primary schools in England. The research employed Cultural-Historical Activity Theory as a methodological frame. The theoretical framework drew on a combination of Sen’s Capability Approach and Bourdieu’s concepts of Field, Doxa, Habitus and Capital. Data was gathered in two phases in an inner-city primary school. Phase One involved semi-structured interviews with seven adults, group interviews with 16 children, and observations and conversations throughout the period of the study. Phase Two utilised Developmental Workshop Research [DWR] labs to engage adults in exploring tensions in practice, and for conversations between children and their teachers, using visual approaches, about factors that influence participation in learning. The crucial role of a shared comprehension of inclusion, and of positive relationships, emerged from analysis of the data. The school constructed those relationships through a triadic lens of attunement, attachment and emotional security. Mental framing of behaviour as communication was identified as valuable to aid identification of causal factors underlying CB. SLCN was not routinely considered by teachers in this process. Examination of policy, literature and theory informed the construction of a typology of inclusion and exclusion, that offers a novel contribution to the field of inclusive education. The thesis concludes with recommendations for policy-makers, practice and for research aimed to support the continued development of effective inclusive practice that enables the successful participation of lively learners in education.
Perceraian Ditinjau dari Sudut Pandang Etika Kristen dan Implikasinya dalam Dunia Pelayanan
Authors: Herman Samuel , Dharmawan Rinaldi
Published: April 2024

Dalam perjalanan pernikahan, tantangan-tantangan menjadi ujian bagi komitmen yang diucapkan dalam janji pernikahan, sebuah komitmen suci di hadapan Tuhan. Meskipun prinsip kekristenan menolak perceraian, realitas menunjukkan adanya kasus perceraian. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif studi pustaka dan merinci ayat-ayat Alkitab untuk menjawab masalah penelitian terkait perceraian dalam konteks etika Kristen. Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi apakah individu yang bercerai dapat tetap aktif dalam pelayanan gereja, menggambarkan pandangan yang beragam dalam komunitas Kristen. Fokus penelitian ini memberikan pandangan solutif untuk memfasilitasi pemulihan dan dukungan bagi individu yang mengalami perceraian, sekaligus mempertahankan norma-norma etika Kristen. Pernikahan bukan hanya formalitas, melainkan panggilan suci untuk saling melengkapi, dengan kesetiaan dan kasih sayang sebagai pondasi. Integritas pernikahan dipertahankan melalui ketaatan pada ajaran Alkitab dan teladan Yesus Kristus, dipahami sebagai panggilan untuk memberikan dampak positif bagi pasangan dan masyarakat.
CONCEPT OF VYADHIKSHAMATVA IN THE PATHOGENESIS OF AUTOIM-MUNE DISORDERS
Authors: Bhatt Deepika , Bhatt Deepika , - Deepika , Kumar Singh Sanjay
Published: April 2024

The ultimate objective of Ayurveda is to attain Dhatu-Samya, which signifies the equilibrium of components that
sustain and nurture the body's constituents. If this state of balance is disrupted for any reason, it is referred to as
Vyadhi. One of the paramount elements in achieving this objective is Vyadhikshamatva, which can be understood
as the body's capacity to resist diseases or prevent their development. In modern terms, we commonly refer to this
as immunity. On the one hand, the immune system plays a vital role in our survival, as it defends against infectious
pathogens and on the other hand, it is capable of causing tissue damage and disease in response to environmental
stressors (such as allergies) or by mounting attacks on one's tissues and cells (autoimmunity). Ayurveda does not
have a description of autoimmune illnesses, but we may explain this phenomenon by the disruption of Agni, which
governs all metabolic and anabolic functions in our bodies. Ama, Amavisha, or other non-homologous elements
that arise from impaired Agni can be viewed as the beginning phase in the development of autoimmune diseases.
Structure of social competence of future teachers as a didactic phenomenon
Authors: SAMOILENKO Nelia
Published: April 2024

Un loc special în formarea Ucrainei ca stat independent, renașterea sa națională este ocupată de profesori foarte competenți și cuprinzător dezvoltați, al căror nivel de calitate al cunoștințelor ar trebui să asigure nevoile socio-profesionale ale societății moderne. Lucrarea științifică propusă este consacrată analizei structurii competenței sociale a viitorilor profesori ca fenomen didactic. Semnificația științifică a articolului constă în faptul că definiția autoarei a înțelegerii esențiale a structurii competenței sociale a viitorului profesor este propusă ca un set de cinci componente: motivațional-socializare, orientare-valoare, social-conținut, subiect. -activitate şi socioanalitică. Interesul pentru problema formării competenței sociale a viitorului profesor este legat de faptul că starea actuală de pregătire a specialiștilor din învățământul superior nu corespunde întotdeauna cerințelor moderne. Schimbările și îmbunătățirile în fundamentele organizatorice și metodice ale educației în instituțiile de învățământ superior, determinate de implicarea sistemului educațional ucrainean în procesele europene, au scos la iveală lacune semnificative în calitatea formării profesionale a viitorilor specialiști. Dintre multitudinea de întrebări cu caracter teoretic și practic, cele legate de procesele de socializare a unui tânăr în condițiile unui mediu educațional și profesional necesită o soluție urgentă. Și acesta este unul dintre principalele motive pentru care se actualizează problema formării competenței sociale a elevilor moderni - viitori profesori. În primul rând, este necesar să se precizeze conținutul conceptului de „competență” și să se determine relația acestuia cu conceptele de socializare și competență socială.
The contribution of rewards in the development of preschoolers’ behavior
Authors: CARABET Natalia
Published: April 2024

Today many families are rethinking the process of children’s education, being focused on the dimensions of new education. An important role in the upbringing and education of children is also played by economic-entrepreneurial education, a desideratum of which is the offering-receiving of rewards for the child’s civilized, responsible behavior, listening and effective initiative. The article analyzes the positive aspects of reward-based education, the vulnerable points of this process.
Familiarization of 6-7 year old children with nature through interactive methods
Authors: COJOCARI Lidia
Published: April 2024

In this article is approached the issue of children’s familiarization with nature, in general and that of the native land in particular, in accordance with the content of the early education curriculum. Studying the contents of nature is difficult, due to the variety of objects and phenomena of nature. A methodological route was developed from the perspective of the application of interactive methods (teaching-learning; fixation, consolidation and evaluation; creativity; problem solving, group research) in order to familiarize children with nature, aimed at intensifying interactions and interrelations within the group of children , which lead in an organized way to the building of interactivity, encouraging the free exchange of knowledge, ideas, experiences, the confrontation of opinions and arguments in order to jointly arrive at new clarifications, the construction of new knowledge and problem solving in accordance with the age particularities. The effectiveness of the application of the elaborated route was estimated by the results externalized by the children at the control stage of the study - the increase of the high level by 23.07%, as well as the individual results externalized by the children, even if they showed the same level, there was an improvement in individual performances.
Teaching experiential learning as a source of learning and development in preschool children
Authors: ENACHE Amalia
Published: April 2024

This article explores the concept of experiential learning defined here as a process of human cognition. It is briefly described, presenting the vision of knowledge. The holistic development of the child is promoted in the Curriculum for Early Childhood Education and emphasizes the important areas of development: cognitive development, physical development, socio-human development. The experiences are described indicating the effect on the development of the preschool child. These models can be used by teachers in teaching through experiential learning. Experiential learning methodology presents an innovative approach to learning and includes a flexible structure of learning activities through observation and interaction with the environment. This experiential approach to learning allows participants to lead and take responsibility for their own learning through direct discovery and experiences. Through the proposed activities, preschool children have the opportunity to experience and explore their environment to enable them to cope with stimuli that have the function of helping to transform the experience itself into a source of learning and preparation to cope with life and the world around them.
Early intervention for children with special educational needs
Authors: HAHEU-MUNTEANU Efrosinia
Published: April 2024

The resizing of education from the perspective of children’s rights brings a new approach to the inclusion of children with SEND (Special educational needs) , focused on the quality of early intervention, on their learning needs, on the responsibility of the educational system, as well as on the quality of teachers training to provide quality educational services to both children with typical development, as well as those with SEND and/or disabilities. The process of inclusion of children with SEND in kindergartens in the Republic of Moldova is arduous and difficult. This process, in our point of view, should not be limited in including children with SEND together in the group room and creating integrated educational spaces. In the current context, the integration of children with SEND at the level of early education institutions and beyond, has become ineffective, creating the need for a complex approach to the phenomenon. The need to resize inclusive education is primarily related to the initial and continuous training programs for teachers in the early education system, to the creation of new effective models at the national level, resulting from the current conditions of kindergartens (large number of children in groups, lack of centers of educational resources, supporting teaching staff, insufficient budget level, etc.). For a quality early intervention, it is essential to prepare educational units, including teachers by creating alternative programs with double initial training specializations.
Motivation strategies specific to the learning activity to students
Authors: LAȘCU Lilia
Published: April 2024

The article presents an exhuastive analysis of motivational strategies specific to the student learning activity. In this context, the primary activity of the students presenting it, the learning activity is elucidated. At present, the learning activity, especially for students, involves studying, conquering, progressing and not acquiring knowledge. At the same time, the components of the learning activity are described, aimed at: identification of the purpose, design of the activity, execution of actions and obtaining/recording the result. In this context, the motivational strategies used by the learning subjects to develop or maintain motivation in carrying out the learning activity are outlined. This study presents the characteristic of motivational strategies, including: Involvement of the learner in setting learning goals, strategies for building positive expectations, awareness of the value of learning activity and self-awareness. Thus, motivational stategies optimize, intensify, support the motivation of the subject for the efficient realization of the learning activity.
Perbandingan Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Siswa Antara Penggunaan Buku Digital Interaktif Dan Powerpoint
Authors: Suprihadi Dudi , Kusumaryono R. Suyato , Sofwah Sani Maris
Published: April 2024

pendidikan adalah usaha sadar dan terencana untuk mewujudkan suasana belajar dan proses pembelajaran agar peserta didik secara aktif mengembangkan potensi dirinya untuk memiliki kekuatan spiritual keagamaan, pengendalian diri, kepribadian, kecerdasan, akhlak mulia, serta keterampilan yang diperlukan dirinya, masyarakat, bangsa dan negara. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peningkatan hasil belajar peserta didik pada mata pelajaran IPA Terpadu. Penelitian inimenggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain penelitian quasi eksperimen. Sampel penelitian ini adalah peserta didik kelas VII-C di SMPN 2 Kersamanah. Hasil penelitian menunjukan peningkatan hasil belajar siswa yang menggunakan Buku Digital Interaktif sebesar 0.58 dengan kategori sedang. Selanjutnya peningkatan hasil belajar siswa yang menggunakan power point sebesar 0.37 dengan kategori rendah. Berdasarkan hasil perhitungan uji t diketahui nilai sig (2-tailed) < 0,05, maka diterima Ha artinya penggunaan buku digital interaktif lebih efektif dibandingkan powerpoint dalam meningkatkan hasil belajar IPA Terpadu.
The Markedness of Active and Passive Sentences in Indonesian
Authors: Isodarus Praptomo Baryadi
Published: April 2024

This research report presents the results of research on the markedness of active and passive voice in Indonesian. The purpose of this study was to determine the markedness of active and passive voice in Indonesian and their implications. The theory used in this study is the concept of markedness proposed by Waugh and Lafford (1994: 2378) and Croft (1990: 64). This research was conducted qualitatively and quantitatively. The results of the study are as follows. The active voice in Indonesian is an unmarked construct, that is, a simple, productive, context-insensitive, more universal sentence, and easier to understand. The passive voice in Indonesian is a marked construct, that is, a more complex, less productive, context-sensitive, more particular sentence, and harder to stand. This markedness has implications for grammar and language learning. For grammar preparation, active voice explanations should be the basis for passive voice explanations so that the rules for forming both types of sentences are easy to understand. For language learning, active voice should be learned first and then passive voice so that both types of sentences are mastered more easily by language learners.
Mengembangkan Literasi Keuangan Masyarakat melalui Webinar ‘Kenali Fintech Lending Legal dan Ilegal’
Authors: Vita Elisabeth , Dema Yosef , Birowo Sigit , Hendratmoko
Published: April 2024

Celebrating the innovation and creativity in the Fintech space, the webinar, 'Understanding Legal and Illegal Fintech,' is a dynamic exploration led by seasoned industry experts. With a focus on the intricate legal and ethical dimensions of financial technology, participants will gain invaluable insights to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape responsibly. From dissecting legal frameworks to delving into compliance requirements and regulatory nuances, the webinar provides a solid foundation. Furthermore, it offers practical strategies for identifying and mitigating risks associated with illegal practices, while also stressing the importance of consumer empowerment and community support in Fintech lending. Through engaging presentations, real-life case studies, and interactive discussions, attendees will not only grasp the importance of legal compliance and ethical practices but also gain a deeper understanding of consumer protection in the realm of Fintech.
DİJİTAL KÜLTÜRÜN ÖRGÜTSEL PERFORMANS ÜZERİNDEKİ ETKİSİNDE DİJİTAL LİDERLİĞİN ARACILIK ROLÜ: BİR ARAŞTIRMA
Authors: Örücü Edip , Hasırcı Itır
Published: April 2024

Amaç: Bu araştırmanın amacı dijitalleşme ile kişilerin hayatına dâhil olan yeniliklerin yarattığı alışkanlıkları içeren dijital kültürün, örgütsel performans üzerindeki etkisinde, güncelliği yakalayan, her zaman yeniliklerin izinde örgütleri yöneten dijital liderliğin aracılık rolünü incelemektir.
Yöntem/Tasarım / Metodoloji / Yaklaşım: Araştırmanın evrenini Balıkesir ilinde ve ilçelerinde çalışan 1830 banka personeli oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın örneklemini Bandırma ilçesinde ve Balıkesir il merkezinde bulunan bankalardan seçilen 507 personel oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmanın verileri anket yoluyla elde edilmiştir. Elde edilen verilerle, frekans analizi, güvenilirlik analizi, normallik testi, keşfedici faktör analizi, korelasyon analizi ve hiyerarşik regresyon analizi yapılmıştır.
Bulgular: Araştırma kapsamında yapılan korelasyon analizinin neticesinde dijital kültür ile dijital liderlik arasında anlamlı ve olumlu ilişki, dijital kültür ile örgütsel performans arasında anlamlı, olumlu ilişki, örgütsel performansla dijital liderlik arasında anlamlı ve olumlu bir ilişki olduğu belirlenmiştir. Yapılan hiyerarşik regresyon analizinin sonucuna göre dijital kültürün örgütsel performans üzerindeki etkisinde dijital liderliğin kısmi aracılık etkisinin olduğu belirlenmiştir.
Özgünlük: Araştırmanın konusu ile ilgili çok sayıda çalışmaya rastlanılmadığı için bu araştırmanın alan yazına katkıda bulunması umulmaktadır.
ANALISIS PENGARUH DISIPLIN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA PT. MUGHNI FACTORY INDONESIA DI TANGERANG SELATAN
Authors: Jusdienar Akka Latifah
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine how much influence work discipline has on employee performance at PT. Mughi Factory Indonesian. The population of this research is all employees and employees at PT. Mugni Factory Indonesia, which has 30 employees. While the sampling method used is a quantitative method, so the number of samples is determined as many as 30 people. To obtain the required data, the data collection method used is a questionnaire or questionnaire.The results show that: 1) The influence of Work Discipline (X) has a significant effect on Employee Performance (Y), because the tcount value for the X variable (Work Discipline) is 8,156, while the ttable value for n = 30 is 2,042. So 8,156 2,042, it can be concluded that partially the Work Discipline variable (X) has an effect on Employee Performance (Y). 2) In the Summary Model, it is proven that the R Square value of 0.704 means that Work Discipline has an influence of 70.4% on Employee Performance while the remaining 29.6% has an effect on other factors not examined by the authors in this study.Keywords: Work Discipline and Employee Performance.
PENGARUH BUDAYA ORGANISASI DAN DISIPLIN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN DENGAN KOMITMEN ORGANISASI SEBAGAI VARIABEL INTERVENING (Studi pada Kantor Kecamatan Bojongsari, Kota Depok, Jawa Barat)
Authors: Syanan Viola Andrianti , Magdalena Pamela
Published: April 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis pengaruh dari budaya organisasi dan disiplin kerja terhadap kinerja karyawan melalui komitmen organisasi sebagai variabel intervening pada Kantor Kecamatan Bojongsari, Kota Depok, Jawa Barat. Populasi penelitian ini adalah karyawan Kantor Kecamatan Bojongsari, Kota Depok, Jawa Barat yang berjumlah 125 orang. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 35 karyawan. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode analisis deskriptif kuantitatif dengan menggunakan alat ukur skala likert. Teknik pengumpulan data melalui kuesioner yang diajukan peneliti kepada responden. Data diolah menggunakan IBM SPSS 25.0. Pengujian validitas dan reabilitas menggunakan uji pearson product moment dan statistik Cronbach Alpha. Metode analisis untuk menjawab hipotesis menggunakan Path Analysis atau Analisis Jalur. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa budaya organisasi negatif dan tidak signifikan berpengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan, disiplin kerja positif signifikan berpengaruh kinerja karyawan, komitmen organisasi negatif dan tidak signifikan berpengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan, budaya organisasi berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan melalui komitmen organisasi serta disiplin kerja tidak berpengaruh positif dan tidak signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan melalui komitmen organisasi.Kata Kunci: Budaya Organisasi, Disiplin Kerja, Komitmen Organisasi, Kinerja Karyawan
ANALISA PERPUTARAN PERSEDIAAN TERHADAP PROFITABILITAS PADA PT KALBE FARMA TBK CEMPAKA PUTIH – JAKARTA
Authors: Simbolon Mangapul , Rahmah Hikmah , Pudiastuti Elisabeth Tanti , Yusril Muhammad , Prihantati Meini
Published: April 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan pada PT. Kalbe Farma Tbk. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini adalah Untuk mengetahui pengaruh perputaran persediaan terhadap profitabilitas pada PT. Kalbe Farma Tbk.Teknik analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian adalah analisis regresi linier sederhana dengan menggunakan program SPSS versi 25 yaitu dengan hasil Y = 26,494 + (-0,054) X yang digunakan untuk mengetahui besarnya hubungan variabel bebas terhadap variabel terikat.Berdasarkan  hasil  analisis  menggunakan  program  SPSS  menunjukkan  bahwa perputaran persediaan tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap profitabilitas pada PT. Kalbe Farma Tbk. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan thitung ttabel yaitu -0,807 3,182. Nilai R2 sebesar 0,623, yang berarti bahwa sebesar 62,3% variabel profitabilitas dapat dijelaskan oleh perputaran persediaan. Sedangkan sisanya sebesar 37,7% dipengaruhi oleh variabel lain yang tidak dijelaskan didalam model penelitian ini.Kata Kunci : Persediaan dan Profitabilitas