bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cross-cultural Adaptation, Validity, and Reliability of the Persian Version of Back Pain and Body Posture Evaluation Instrument for Adults
Authors:   Department of Physical Therapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Pourbafrani Delaram , Azadi Farhad ,   Department of Physical Therapy, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Vahedi Mohsen ,   Department of Biostatistics and Epidemiology, Ageing Research Center, School of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Social Welfare and Rehabilitation Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: September 2024

Background and Objectives: Back pain and neck pain are prevalent health concerns, emphasizing the importance of identifying effective risk factors for prevention. This study aimed to cross-culturally adapt and validate a tool assessing back and neck pain in adults, with a specific focus on body posture, to the Persian language. Methods: A methodological study was conducted involving forward and backward translation of the original English questionnaire into the Persian language. Face validity was evaluated with feedback from 30 participants, and content validity was determined using content validity ratio (CVR) and content validity index based on expert opinions from 10 physiotherapy specialists. A total of 237 participants were involved in the study, with 90 completing the questionnaire again after one week for test re-test reliability assessment. Results: The Persian version of the questionnaire demonstrated high content validity with a CVR above 0.6. The Persian version had suitable face validity. Test re-test reliability, assessed using percentage agreement and the Kappa coefficient, revealed satisfactory results, with all percentages above 70%. Notably, the intraclass correlation coefficient for questions 16 and 20 was 0.898 and 0.878, respectively. Conclusion: The Persian version of the tool exhibits high validity and reliability, making it a valuable instrument for use within the Persian-speaking community.
Relationship Between Emotional Intelligence, Educational Achievement and Academic Stress in College Students: An Observational Study
Authors:   Department of Physiotherapy, JJT University, Jhunjhunu, India., Singh Janvhi , Yogeshwar Dharmita ,   Department of Physiotherapy, NIMS University, Jaipur, India., Popli Sheenam ,   Department of Physiotherapy, SVGU, Jaipur, India., Ghosliya Pawan Kumar ,   Department of Anatomy, LNCT Medical College, Indore, India., Saharan Ajeet Kumar ,   Department of Physiotherapy, NIMS University, Jaipur, India., Kumar Maurya Manoj ,   Department of Biotechnology, NIMS University, Jaipur, India., Shou Mahesh ,   Department of Physiotherapy, JJT University, Jhunjhunu, India.
Published: September 2024

Background and Objectives: In today’s rapidly changing and interconnected world, where individuals often face high levels of stress, uncertainty, and interpersonal dynamics, Alpas’s framework suggests that emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in helping people thrive. By developing emotional intelligence skills, such as self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and social skills, individuals can better manage stress, communicate effectively, build strong relationships, and make sound decisions even in challenging circumstances. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among college students. Participants who were willing to take part in the study were included, considering both males and females. A total sample of 134 students was taken from the NIMS College of Physiotherapy. Emotional intelligence was assessed using the WONG scale, while educational achievement was measured by the total percentage obtained in the last semester. Academic stress was evaluated using the Student Inventory Scale. A Google Form was created, and only those willing to participate in the study filled out the form. Results: There was a negative correlation between emotional intelligence and academic stress (r=1.000), academic stress and percentage (r=-0.62), and percentage and emotional intelligence (r=-0.67). Conclusion: The present study concludes that emotional intelligence, academic stress, and educational achievements are negatively correlated with each other. It has been observed that students experiencing stress tend to exhibit lower emotional intelligence, which ultimately leads to poorer academic performance.
Exploring Engagement and Perceived Learning Outcomes in an Immersive Flipped Learning Context
Authors: Alizadeh Mehrasa
Published: September 2024

The flipped classroom model has been widely acknowledged as a practical pedagogical approach to enhancing student engagement and learning. However, it faces challenges such as improving student interaction with learning content and peers, particularly in Japanese universities where digital technologies are not always fully utilized. To address these challenges and identify potential solutions, a case study was conducted in which an online flipped course on academic skills was developed and implemented in an immersive virtual environment. The primary objective during this initial phase was not to establish a causal relationship between the use of immersive flipped learning and students' engagement and perceived learning outcomes. Instead, this initiative aimed to explore the benefits and challenges of the immersive flipped learning approach in relation to students' online engagement and their perceived learning outcomes. Following a mixed-methods research approach, quantitative and qualitative data were collected through a survey (N=50) and students' reflective reports (N=80). The study revealed high levels of student engagement and perceived learning outcomes, although it also identified areas needing improvement, particularly in supporting student interactions in the target language. Despite the exploratory nature of this study, the findings suggest that a well-designed flipped learning approach, set in an engaging immersive environment, can significantly enhance student engagement, thereby supporting the learning process. When creating an immersive flipped learning course, educators should incorporate best practices from the literature on both flipped learning and immersive learning design to ensure optimal learning outcomes. The findings of this study can serve as a valuable resource for educators seeking to design engaging and effective remote learning experiences. Further research is needed to explore the scalability and sustainability of the immersive flipped learning approach and its impact on different student populations and in other delivery formats.
Received Date: May 4, 2024Revised Date: August 17, 2024Accepted Date: September 7, 2024
Zielgruppen der Arbeitgeberberatung
Authors: Jedrzejczyk Paulina , Gade Christian
Published: September 2024

Kernbotschaften • Arbeitgeber und Arbeitgeberinnen sind eine heterogene Gruppe und können anhand einer Vielzahl von Merkmalen, wie Größe, Leistungsart, Wirkungsgebiet, Wirtschaftssektor, Branche, Eigentumsverhältnisse, Rechtsform, Alter des Unternehmens, Position im Unternehmen, Gewinnorientierung, klassifiziert werden. • Für die Arbeit der Akteure, die Unternehmen zu Personalthemen beraten, spielen die Klassifizierungsmerkmale eine entscheidende Rolle. Besondere Aufmerksamkeit richtet sich in dem vorliegenden Band auf das Kriterium „Unternehmensgröße". • Die Auseinandersetzung mit Merkmalen von kleinen und mittelständischen Unternehmen in Abgrenzung zu Großunternehmen, insbesondere vor dem Hintergrund der aktuellen Entwicklungen, hilft, die Beratung auf die Bedürfnisse der Zielgruppen auszurichten und deren Erfolgsaussichten zu steigern.
Ordenar el territorio desde lo comunitario. Enfoque metodológico
Authors:   Universidad de
                        Guadalajara, Sandoval Contreras Rigoberto
Published: September 2024

El territorio mexicano se transforma en diversas vertientes, ya sea por
su conexión con el globo terráqueo o por sucesos políticos, económicos,
culturales y ambientales que inciden en las regiones. Este libro plantea una
propuesta que puede servir de referencia para la elaboración, diseño y
presentación de ordenamientos territoriales en México estableciendo
dimensiones y criterios específicos (metodologías, bases conceptuales,
procesos, normas y experiencias sistematizadas), a fin de que comunidades
rurales y ejidos del país tengan la posibilidad de planificar y administrar
sus recursos para su futura reactivación económica.
Automated Surgical Wound Classification for Intelligent Emergency Care Applications
Authors: Woo Park Min , Young Sung Mee
Published: September 2024

Developing AI-powered solutions for emergency care is critical to improving patient outcomes. This study presents an advanced AI model designed to accurately classify surgical wounds to facilitate prompt and appropriate emergency response. We used two state-of-the-art image classification models, ResNeXt and Vision Transformer (ViT), to evaluate their effectiveness in classifying wound images. These models were selected based on preliminary evaluations of several popular models, and their superior performance metrics justified their final selection. The models were trained on a combined dataset of approximately 1,000 images from the Medetec and AZH(Advancing the Zenith of Healthcare) datasets. To improve classification accuracy, the dataset was preprocessed, including image resizing, flipping, normalization, and augmentation. The ViT model demonstrated superior performance, achieving an accuracy of 92.78%, precision of 94.89%, recall of 91.87%, and an F1 score of 92.44%. These results surpass those of existing studies such as Shenoy et al. (85.1% accuracy), Rostami et al. (68.7% accuracy), and Gao et al. (76.6% accuracy). Our proposed AI system not only accelerates life-saving first aid by providing timely and accurate wound classification but also enhances the skills of emergency responders through continuous learning and real-time feedback. By integrating AI into emergency service protocols, we aim to improve response times and collaboration among medical personnel, ultimately contributing to better patient survival rates.
Automated vs. Semi-Automated Hydroponics
Authors: Jain Swati , Kaur Mandeep
Published: September 2024

The issue of hydroponic farming is the ongoing requirement to maintain and control the artificial growing environment to enable optimal plant growth. The quality of the plants growing on the farm can be significantly impacted by changes in the climate, natural light, and fertilizer solution at any time during the plant's growth cycle. According to studies, every 3°C increase in ambient temperature from the optimal range reduces crop productivity by 10 to 40%. Therefore, by automatically supplying ideal growth conditions throughout the growing cycle, IoT-based automation is crucial to achieving optimal plant growth. In this work, lettuce is grown simultaneously in two distinct hydroponic Nutrient Film Technique (NFT) systems, one of which is fully automated and the other semi-automated. In terms of plant growth metrics, such as plant elevation, maximum plant length, maximum plant breadth, and weight of both fresh and dry-farmed lettuce, this paper compared a fully automated farm and a semi-automated NFT farm for growing lettuce. The outcomes demonstrate that the ariel weight of fresh and dry lettuce and root weight of fresh and dry lettuce had average improvements of 10.4 gm, 0.7 gm, 0.11 gm, 0.7 gm, and 3, respectively in the fully automated setup. Findings also demonstrated that IoT-based automation enhances the growth of lettuce plants on farms when comparing a completely automatic hydroponic farm to a semi-automatic hydroponic farm, in terms of plant height, width, and total leaf count.
Comment to "Sequencing of cellular therapy and bispecific antibodies for the management of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma": chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy remains effective after exposure to bispecific antibodies
Authors: Crochet Gilles , Houot Roch
Published: September 2024

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Religious Integration and the Development of Caodaism: An Overview
Authors: Alam Mohammad Jahangir
Published: September 2024

The formative stage of Cao Dai religion is closely connected to Vietnamese traditional myths, tales, doctrines and practices that are mostly transmitted orally down to the centuries. At the same time, Caodaism constantly maintained its links with religio-cultural elements of Chinese, Indian and Western origin. Due to this fact, Caodaism, with its synthesis of Eastern, Southeast Asian, Indian and Western elements specially from indigenous folk tales, Buddhism, Hinduism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Christianity, appeared as the religion of an acclaimed small group in 1926. This paper aims to examine how Caodaism evolved by a long-term process of Western and Asian acculturation. Thus, first to be considered is the significant role of socio- historical factors in creating a strong footing for the progress of Caodaism in Vietnam at the beginning of the early 20th century. Second, the process of Vietnamese acculturation is taken into consideration through which Caodaism borrowed diverse elements from different resources around it. Methodologically, a critical discourse analysis is adopted to consider the characteristics of Caodaism and its sociohistorical structure that is required to understand its historical origin and development. In conclusion, first, the study clearly demonstrates the close connection between Caodaism and the major factors of acculturation such as integration and assimilation for its development and diffusion around the South of Vietnam. Second, the current problem demands a careful consideration of some other crucial factors that might have influenced the rise and progress of Caodaism since its official journey in 1926.
Philosophy and Progress, Vol#73-74; No#1-2; Jan-Dec 2023 P 21-36
Education in Medieval Bengal: An Account of Two Systems
Authors: Kawser Mohammad Abul
Published: September 2024

In the medieval Bengal, Hindus and Muslims lived in a society where mainly the religion controlled foremost aspects of life. In this context, both the communities maintained two distinct educational systems in Bengal. This paper attempts to present the emergence of Islamic education in Bengal during Sultanate period and its development in relation to the indigenous education of the Hindus. It also examines interactions of Islamic education with its Hindu counterpart from Sultani to Nawabi period despite having clear distinctions across the communities in many respects. Analyzing the primary and secondary sources on education of Medieval Bengal, this paper shows how in a religiously polarized society, the Hindus and Muslims interacted in the field of education going beyond the existing hostility, mistrust and prejudices in many aspects of their distinctive life styles.
Philosophy and Progress, Vol#73-74; No#1-2; Jan-Dec 2023 P 37-57
Secular and Theological Ethics: A Brief Overview
Authors: Hamid Sharmin
Published: September 2024

Ethics is a study which deals fundamentally with the rules of conduct from moral point of view. The main characteristic of ethics is to judge the value of moral act or moral conduct. Therefore, ethics means a code of conduct. The history of the development of morality grew through a long process of evolution of certain morality like ‘taboos’, habits and customs in the primitive society. There are two broad divisions of ethics i. e., secular ethics and theological ethics. The history of the development of secular ethics flourished through four periods i. e., the Greek ethics, the Medieval ethics, the Modern ethics and the Contemporary ethics. Each period has its own prominent characteristics. Moreover, the history of theological ethics grew with the rise of different religions like Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism and Buddhism. Morality has been developed during the period of more than two thousand years. Within this long span of time, many doctrines, ideas and values are included in it. Hence, morality takes different shapes in different periods and ethical views also develop accordingly. In this article, an attempt has been made to show a gradual development of morality- secular and theological. Again, the similarities and the dissimilarities between secular and theological ethics are the additional concerns of this paper.
Philosophy and Progress, Vol#73-74; No#1-2; Jan-Dec 2023 P 59-94
Mystical Thoughts of Tagore and Iqbal: A Comparative Analysis
Authors: Rabeya Taposi
Published: September 2024

Mysticism is a spiritual search for hidden truth or wisdom that aims to unite with the metaphysical realm. Mysticism is a direct experience of oneness with God. It is a diverse set of practices, discourses, teachings, articles, texts, institutions, traditions, and experiences related to the instruction of human transformation. Mysticism encompasses everything associated with God. Mystical experiences are unique to each individual. This paper delves into the mystical thoughts of two multi-genius thinkers, the greatest philosophers and mystical poets: Rabindranath Tagore and Muhammad Iqbal. It also shows the relationship between man and God in the writing of Tagore and Iqbal. Also, it deals with how Tagore and Iqbal combine nature, different aspects of the self, and images of the divine. They hold that God’s presence permeates all of creation and that mysticism and humanism are the primary sources of an individual’s spiritual power. They think that God is within man, and man is a reflection of this divine spirit, which is God. Tagore imparts a system of Indian mystical thought in which the Gita’s theism, Vedic metaphysics, the Upanishad’s teachings, the mystical philosophy of the Bauls, the doctrine of love of Vaishnava, and Sufism exist in synthesis. Iqbal emphasizes that the ultimate goal of human life is to accomplish the will of the Almighty. Tagore and Iqbal’s writing contains many similar ideas, images, techniques, and analyses.
Philosophy and Progress, Vol#73-74; No#1-2; Jan-Dec 2023 P 183-214
Studi Variabilitas Sea Surface Height Anomaly (SSHA) Di Daerah Upwelling Perairan Indonesia Timur Tahun 1993-2021
Authors: Purba Agatha Regen , Tarya Ayi
Published: September 2024

Salah satu dampak dari perubahan iklim global adalah perubahan Sea Surface Height Anomaly (SSHA). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui variabilitas SSHA di daerah upwelling di perairan Indonesia timur akibat pengaruh fenomena El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO) dengan menggunakan data SSHA bulanan dalam kurun waktu Januari 1993 hingga Juli 2021. Data SSHA diolah dalam bentuk grafik tren, diagram Hovmöller, analisis spasial serta korelasi antara SSHA dan Ocean Niño Index (ONI). Hasil pengolahan data menunjukkan bahwa variasi SSHA di wilayah perairan Indonesia timur diperoleh tren positif sebesar 4,5 mm/tahun. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa selama 29 tahun kajian, nilai SSHA di perairan Indonesia timur terus mengalami kenaikan setiap tahun. Variasi SSHA dipengaruhi oleh fenomena El Niño Southern Oscillation (ENSO). Nilai penurunan SSHA terendah terjadi saat fenomena El Niño sangat kuat pada tahun 1997/1998, dengan nilai SSHA sebesar -26,8 cm. Saat fenomena La Niña kuat tahun 2010/2011, nilai SSHA naik hingga mencapai nilai tertinggi 35,5 cm. Berdasarkan rata-rata nilai SSHA di 19 titik kajian, diperoleh persentase penurunan nilai SSHA pada tahun El Niño sebesar 25,6% dari tahun normal dan persentase kenaikan nilai SSHA pada tahun La Niña sebesar 17,4% dari tahun normal.Kata kunci: Sea Surface Height Anomaly, ENSO, upwelling, perairan Indonesia timur
Empowering An Integrated Approach : How Does Teacher Preparing Indonesian Language Planning?
Authors: Asdam Muhammad , Asdar Asdar , Asia M Asia M
Published: September 2024

This study aims to explore the application of an integrated approach in preparing learning plans for Indonesian language subjects at the senior high school level. The research method was qualitative in the form of a case study carried out at some schools in Makassar. The subjects of this research were Indonesian language teachers who were determined purposively. Data collection methods were observation, interviews, and documentation. Data were analyzed using (1) reduction, (2) presentation, and (3) verification techniques. The findings show that empowering the integrated approach always begins, and this was dominated by the speaking aspect rather than the other skills such as reading, writing, and listening skills. On the other hand, linguistic aspects are least programmed by Indonesian language teachers. Linguistic aspects are never combined with literature, even though it is very interesting to teach at the high school level on a multi-ethnic basis. It can be concluded that the Indonesian language is taught by using an integrated approach, which can reshape the students’ speaking competency. This approach is implemented in the lesson plan to enhance the Indonesian learning process.
Utilization of Indonesian E-Modules Based on The ICARE Approach as An Innovation in Learning for Students
Authors: Asri Milya Febrirurahmy , Cahyani Isah , Kurniawan Khaerudin
Published: September 2024

This research aims to design and implement an Indonesian e-module based on the ICARE approach, which includes the stages of Introduction, Connection, Application, Reflection, and Extension. The method in this study was research and development (R&D) with the ADDIE model. The stages conducted in this study were (1) needs analysis, (2) design, (3) product development, (4) implementation or trial, and (5) evaluation. The validity of the product was assessed by three experts in the fields of material, language, and media. The calculation of the data in this study was analyzed using a questionnaire with a Likert scale method. The response trial was conducted with junior high school students in grade VIII from 3 schools in Batam City. Based on the test results, it was obtained a score of 4.58 with a validity level of 89%. It provides evidence that the implementation of e-modules based on the ICARE approach in an educational environment can increase the effectiveness of Indonesian learning. Students can learn independently and collaboratively, and develop critical skills such as problem-solving, analysis, and synthesis of information.
Development of The Search, Solve, Create, and Share (SSCS) Model with Strengthening Information Literacy for High School Students
Authors: Islami Nelita Indah , Sastromiharjo Andoyo , Kurniawan Khaerudin
Published: September 2024

This study aims to develop the search, Solve, Create, and Share (SSCS) Model with information literacy reinforcement to improve students' ability to write explanatory texts. This study used the research and development with the ADDIE model, which involved Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, Evaluate. This study employs various data collection techniques, including interviews to understand learning issues, questionnaires to identify student needs and assess product validity, and tests to measure writing skills. The instruments used include observation sheets, questionnaires, interview guidelines, and scoring rubrics, all aimed at supporting the development of the instructional model. The results showed that the SSCS model with information literacy succeeded in improving students' skills that had been tested on 85 students in three high schools in Brebes Regency. The results showed that 16% of students received excellent ratings, 80% of students received good ratings, and 4% received fair ratings. Evaluations from teachers and students indicated positive acceptance of the model, although there were certain aspects which required further adjustments. This study provides a strong foundation for implementing the development of this model in the practice of learning to write explanatory texts in senior high schools.
Development of Digital Teaching Materials for Indonesian Phonetics with Sound Association Design for Basic Level BIPA Arabic Learners
Authors: Yoviyani Salis Hilda , Mulyati Yeti , Sastromiharjo Andoyo , Halimah Halimah
Published: September 2024

This research aims to develop digital teaching materials for Indonesian phonetics designed with sound association to support basic-level BIPA learners. This research method used research and development with the 4-D model, which consists of Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate stages. The research instruments included pronunciation ability tests, learner needs questionnaires, BIPA teacher interview instruments, and validation sheets from experts and practitioners. The data analysis techniques used were qualitative and quantitative methods and Gregory's validity test with validity assessment criteria using the Likert Scale 1-4. The validation results indicated that the materials were "feasible" with some necessary revisions. After making the suggested revisions, the revised materials were piloted with basic-level BIPA learners. Feedback from these learners rated the materials as "very feasible", indicating a positive reception. The final product is a digital flipbook equipped with audio pronunciation guides and illustrations that can be accessed online. This format provides a flexible and engaging alternative for improving Indonesian pronunciation for Arabic-speaking BIPA learners, making it a valuable addition to the available teaching resources.
Integrating Curriculum and Instruction In Islamic Religious Education : Insights from Robin Fogarty's Theory
Authors: Nasir Abu , Khozin Khozin , Haris Abdul
Published: September 2024

This research explores strategies to enhance the coherence between curriculum and instruction in Islamic Religious Education (IRE) by employing Robins Fogarty's theory of curriculum integration. Utilizing a qualitative approach with integrating a theoretical study as a research design. Specifically, the study highlights the utility of Fogarty’s tripartite integration model as a critical lens for developing a unified IRE curriculum. This model aims to synchronize disparate content areas, fostering a more integrated and holistic student understanding. For the data sources, the research examined the various theories linked with Forgaty’s theory, and the data analysis was qualitative, in which the research tried to explain and integrate the theory into IRE policy. The findings from the study emphasized the imperative for further applied research to develop integrated lesson plans, explore teachers’ experiences and professional development needs, and assess comprehensive learning outcomes. The research advocates for a collaborative approach between curriculum theorists and educators to refine and advance IRE policies. Such collaborative efforts ensure that IRE promotes intellectual advancement and contributes to students’ spiritual and personal growth, ultimately enriching their educational experience.
Educational Revolution : Digital Project-Based Rotation Learning (DPBRL) Model to Improve Students' Critical Thinking Skills
Authors: Kurniawan Dydik , Masitoh Siti , Bachri Bachtiar Sjaiful , Hidayat Taufik , Wahyuningsih Tri
Published: September 2024

The research aimed to develop and assess the effectiveness of the Digital Project-Based Rotation Learning (DPBRL) model in enhancing students' critical thinking skills. The study employed a research and development method, using a non-equivalent control group design during the pilot phase, a research method used to describe and measure the characteristics of populations or phenomena systematically using numerical data, involving 83 undergraduate students from Mulawarman University Guidance and Counseling Study Program, divided into two heterogeneous classes. Validation of the DPBRL model was conducted by experts in learning model design, materials, and media, with data collected through validation sheets, interviews, document analysis, questionnaires, observation, and documentation. The data was analyzed using descriptive technique and Independent Samples t-test. The results demonstrated that the DPBRL model effectively improved students' critical thinking skills and digital literacy, particularly through the use of digital modules with Flipbook Maker. The model’s rotation structure and presentation stage provided a structured learning approach, highlighting the importance of feedback. The study concluded that integrating technology and collaboration in project-based learning through the DPBRL model significantly benefited students’ critical thinking, digital literacy, and teamwork, offering a comprehensive and effective learning experience.
Development of Encyclopedia Learning Media Based on Local Vegetables as An Innovative Biology Learning Resource
Authors: Sofianti Mery , Sunandar Ari , Qurbaniah Mahwar
Published: September 2024

This research aims to produce an encyclopedia learning media that is both valid and practical for improving students' understanding of biodiversity material. The research utilized a modified 4-D development model, streamlined into 3-D, which included the stages of Define, Design, and Develop. The instruments used comprise interviews and documentation. Data analysis included validation of the encyclopedia's development and analysis of student responses to the developed media. The results from the validation tests and student responses indicated positive outcomes. Media experts rated the validation at 95.83% (very valid), material experts at 84.28% (very valid), and language experts at 83.33% (valid). Students who responded to the small-scale trial were very good, scoring 92.18% (very valid), while those who responded to the large-scale trial were also very good, at 91.03% (very valid). In conclusion, the validity results were very positive and the response outcomes were highly favorable. Thus, the encyclopedia media is deemed valid for use by educators and students in the biodiversity learning process.
Digital Enjoyment or Social Disconnection : How Do Online Games Affect Students' Social Lives?
Authors: Yemima Chrisanta Kezia , Purnama Diana Septi
Published: September 2024

This research aims to analyze the relationship between online game addiction and social interaction and its implications for students' enthusiasm for learning. This research used a quantitative approach with a survey method involving 100 Surakarta students selected through purposive sampling. The instrument used to measure Social Interaction was adapted from  (2024) with a reliability coefficient (alpha) of 0.915. And the Online Game Addiction Scale, adapted fromArua et al., (2023) with a reliability coefficient (alpha) of 0.853. Data analysis used descriptive statistics, assumption tests, Pearson correlation, t-test, and coefficient of determination. The results showed that the majority of respondents had a moderate level of online gaming addiction, with a significant negative correlation between gaming addiction and social interaction. Addiction rates were higher in men than women. Interventions should target social and individual contexts, combining education and social support to reduce online gaming addiction among students. Students addicted to online games tend to spend more time in the virtual world; this can divert students' enthusiasm from learning activities. Students become less focused, get tired quickly, or lose enthusiasm for learning because more time and energy is devoted to playing games.
Enhancing Curatorial Competencies : A New Media Art Curator Incubation Model in Indonesia
Authors: Jeon Jeong Ok , Masunah Juju , Soeteja Zakarias S.
Published: September 2024

This research aims to develop an incubation model to improve curator’s competencies on new media art curatorial practice. The incubation model contains a series of learning modules by which Indonesian young curators acquire theoretical knowledge and practical skills to develop and execute a new media art curatorial project. This research used a qualitative approach with a method of design-based research. The research process includes analysis, design, implementation, and evaluation. After analysing the mentees’ curatorial competencies, incubation model was designed based on four steps of curation: (1) Concept Development, (2) Artwork Selection, (3) Exhibition Design, and (4) Exhibition Communication. The research participants include 8 mentors, 9 mentees, and 3 facilitators for June mentorship, and 3 mentors, 2 curators, 4 artists, and 4 organizers for November exhibition. Data were collected through participatory observation, document studies, and personal reflection, which were interpreted through content analysis method. The result of the research is that implementing the four steps of curation in the new media art curator incubation model led to an improvement in 10 curatorial competencies for two mentees, and mostly 8 curatorial competencies for seven mentees. However, the limitation of this research is that ARCOLABS, the incubator, provided different levels of management to its mentees. Therefore, the research recommends that ARCOLABS should ensure fair treatment to all mentees to properly evaluate the improvement of curatorial competencies. For future research, the new media art curator incubation model should be redesigned and appropriately implemented to meet the required curatorial competencies.
Instructional Leadership : Principal's Challenges and Solutions in Enhancing Students' Academic Performance
Authors: Lani Ahmad , Pauzi Hezzrin
Published: September 2024

This study aims to investigate the principal's challenges and potential solutions for improving students' academic performance through instructional leadership. The qualitative approach is implemented by applying fragmentary observations, documents, and individual and group interviews The informants of this research were principals and teachers from two schools and one of the Indonesian community learning center. The data analysis technique used is thematic content analysis using ATLAS.ti software. The findings indicated that the principals' responsibilities in developing instructional leadership were categorized into five primary themes: concept, planning, program and execution, supervision, evaluation, and learning implication design. Challenges identified include schools' limited budget and the lack of teachers, students, and parents' problems. Some solutions discovered encompass optimizing the schools' budget, staff, and teachers, stakeholder collaboration and bipartite cooperation, student-teach-student, role modeling, counseling guidance, inspiring talks, and smart parenting. The principals recommended designing the school instructional leadership concept, formulating the planning, coordinating the program and its implementation, organizing the supervision and evaluation, constructing the learning implications, and identifying the challenges to secure solutions.
Career Management Planning and Strategy – An Albania Study
Authors: Cania Luftim , Hoxha Msc. Zamir
Published: September 2024

This comprehensive study investigates the significance of career planning and strategy in attaining career objectives. The research question is: Can improving career planning and strategy help achieve career goals? The survey was performed using a direct survey model and a questionnaire filled out by the respondents who work in different companies. The study sample consists of 250 employees in Tirana and Durres, the two largest cities in Albania. The data analysis will be focused on three different methods, ensuring a thorough examination of the research question. The first one involves factors that weigh each factor and reliability analysis using the Cronbach alpha coefficient, which should be above 0.7. The second method will be focused on multicollinearity analysis. Finally, after we conclude the methods above, we will be focused on testing the hypothesis through multiple regression. The findings revealed that career planning and strategy positively impact career goals. This study's implications are far-reaching. It can guide employees in planning and developing their careers, assist companies in managing and growing their employees' careers, and provide a valuable reference for researchers in this field of study, reassuring them about the validity and reliability of the findings.
Comparing The Ratio Of Femoral Vein Diameter To Femoral Artery Diameter With Pulse Pressure Variation As A Diagnostic Tool For Fluid Responsiveness In Mechanically Ventilated Patient: A Prospective Observational Study
Authors: Hamed Mohamed Ahmed , Boules Maged Labib , Kamalelden Mahmoud Mohamed Ibrahim , Abdelghaffar Rana Ahmed
Published: September 2024

Background: There is a correlation between CVP and the femoral vein diameter. Therefore, we assessed the accuracy of the measurement using pulse pressure variation in patients on mechanical ventilation by measuring the ratio of femoral vein diameter to femoral artery diameter. Methods: We enrolled 60 patients with circulatory failure who were on mechanical ventilation (MV) in our clinical research. Two groups of patients were randomly assigned: Group (P): Thirty patients were placed on fully regulated mechanical ventilation, momentarily drugged, and paralyzed. At baseline, PPV is computed directly on Nihon Kohden monitors. Group (F): (n = 30), FVD/FAD ratio guided; The FVD/FAD ratio in our target group (F) was evaluated at baseline, The main outcome was the variation in MAP (mm Hg) following a three-hour infusion of liquids. Results: There was a statistically significant difference in mean arterial pressure (MAP) between before and after the patients received their fluids. MAP was 57.13 ± 2.46 before receiving the fluids, but it increased by an average of 20.60, p-value<0.001. Similarly, there was a statistically significant difference in the FVD/FAD ratio before and after the patients received their fluids. The mean FVD/FAD ratio was 0.91 ± 0.13 before receiving the fluids, but after the patients received their fluids, the mean FVD/FAD ratio was 1.27 ± 0.16 after receiving the fluids. Conclusion: The FVA/FAD ratio is a good indicator to assess the volume status of the patient who received fluids for resuscitation but should be confirmed by other parameters in hypovolemic-pre-resuscitated patients. Highlights • Assessement the accuracy of the measurement using pulse pressure variation in patients on mechanical ventilation • The state of blood volume can be determined using both invasive and non-invasive techniques. The FVA/FAD ratio is a good indicator to assess the volume status of the patient who received fluids for resuscitation.
The Analgesic Efficacy of Erector Spinae Plane Block in Ankle and Foot Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Study
Authors: Fargaly Omar Sayed , Hamed Mohamed Ahmed , Moussa Mohammed Ahmed , Mostafa Yasser Salem , Basiony Mohammed Magdy , Algyar Mohammad Fouad , Alsaeid Mohammed Awad
Published: September 2024

Background: During ankle and foot surgeries, we often use different regional analgesic modalities to reduce patient pain during and after orthopaedic and surgical operations. The purpose of this research was to examine the effectiveness of erector spinae plane (ESP) block for postoperative pain management after ankle and foot surgeries. Methods: Sixty patients, aged 18 to 65, with ASA physical status I, participated in a randomized controlled clinical experiment. Patients were divided into two groups (E and C) at random, with group (E) receiving ESP block and group (C) receiving a placebo. The patients' medical histories were evaluated, and they were all examined and tested. Results: Observations At 2, 4, 12 & 24 hours postoperatively, the ESP group had substantially lower visual analogue scale (VAS) ratings in contrast to the control group. The total quantity of fentanyl and pethidine given during, and after surgeries were both considerably lower in the Erector group in comparison with the control group. Total nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication usage did not vary significantly among the 2 groups, however. Conclusions: ESP is safe & effective technique in decreasing pain and providing adequate analgesic effect in ankle and foot ssurgeries. Trial Registration: This study was prospectively registered on https://clinicaltrials.gov/ under the NCT05708742 number (principal investigator: Mohamed Ahmed Hamed), registration date: 24/01/ 2023.
Peningkatan ketangguhan keluarga muda untuk menghadapi tantangan sosial ekonomi melalui pendekatan agama, bahasa, psikis, dan medis
Authors: Hariyadi Sugeng , Suprihatin Titin , Surani Endang
Published: September 2024

Sejumlah keluarga muda (19-25 tahun) Desa Lerep Kecamatan Ungaran Barat, Kabupaten Semarang menghadapi persoalan sosial ekonomi, kesehatan, dan agama. Di antara penyebab persoalan yang mereka hadapi adalah minimnya pengetahuan agama, komunikasi, kesehatan fisik dan kejiwaan untuk menghadapi persoalan-persoalan keluarga. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan solusi promotif, preventif, dan kuratif bagi sejumlah keluarga muda tersebut. Metode yang digunakan adalah kombinasi antara metode Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) dan Service Learning. Tahapan-tahapan yang dilalui adalah survei, intervensi berupa penyuluhan, dan tindak lanjut berupa forum silaturrahmi dan konsultasi grup WhatsApp. Di antara hasil yang diperoleh adalah meningkatnya literasi keluarga muda terhadap persoalan dan tantangan keluarga muda, sebagaimana ditunjukkan nilai rara-rata pretest 21,4 poin meningkat menjadi 25,3 poin. Pada nilai posttest, lalu terbentuknya forum silaturrahmi dan konsultasi keluarga muda secara online.
Movement behavior of satellite-tagged leatherback turtles from Panama in response to chlorophyll, primary productivity, temperature, and eddy kinetic energy
Authors: Guzman HM , Estévez RM
Published: September 2024

Leatherback turtles Dermochelys coriacea are globally endangered. This study tracked 30 individuals from the North Atlantic population tagged on the Caribbean Panama rookery (San San Pond Sak protected area, Bocas del Toro) over a period of 3 yr. We used satellite telemetry to investigate the probability that turtles switched between migration and foraging behavioral states as a function of environmental variables. We mapped the extensive migratory routes of these turtles and analyzed these using data derived from remote sensing, including chlorophyll, productivity, and sea surface temperature (SST), to assess how these influence their migratory and foraging behaviors. We also considered oceanographic processes, i.e. mesoscale eddies coinciding with the turtles’ migration paths, to understand their behavioral responses. Our observations revealed that while some turtles undertook extensive migrations to high-use areas in the Northeast and Northwest Atlantic, the majority remained within the boundaries of the Gulf of Mexico. The study effectively differentiated migration and feeding behavior, noting a clear positive relationship between feeding activities and chlorophyll concentration, while productivity played only a marginal role, and no influence was found for SST and mesoscale eddies. This study advances knowledge of North Atlantic leatherback turtle migrations, underscoring the importance of integrated, multidisciplinary marine conservation efforts. Understanding the impact of climate warming on migration paths and food source availability necessitates a holistic approach encompassing changes in physical oceanography, nutrient dynamics, and interactions from plankton to higher trophic levels. Additionally, as leatherback turtles traverse various international territories, the research emphasizes the need for collaborative data collection for their effective protection.
HEGEMONI dalam BERITA PEMILIHAN CALON PRESIDEN DI MEDIA CETAK INDONESIA
Authors: Dwi Aksa Yudha Asmara , Sandra N.S Christina
Published: September 2024

This study analyzes the news hegemony framing of the presidential election (Election) in 2014 in Daily Newspaper Suara Pembaruan, particularly in the main report rubric from May to July 2014. 2014 Presidential Election’s news is the most interesting news for the media and the public because it attracts the public’s interest. At the time of the election, almost all media present the news as headline including Suara Pembaruan. By using descriptive qualitative method with Zhongdan Pan and Gerald M. Kosicki’s framing analysis model, this research aims to find out how Suara Pembaruan framed 2014 presidential elections.  The result shows that the news framing of 2014 presidential elections conducted by Suara Pembaruan mainly focused on Joko Widodo, the number 2 presidential candidate than the number 1 candidate, Prabowo
PUNK`s NOT DEAD: KAJIAN BENTUKAN BARU BUDAYA PUNK DI INDONESIA
Authors: Al Ramadhan Muhammad Fakhran
Published: September 2024

The paper aims to analyze the punk subculture as phenomenon in absorbing to the Indonesian local context. Specifically, the findings of this paper see how the global context influenced forming the new local context of Punk as phenomenon regarding to music and fashion. This paper will explain the new form of Punk in Indonesia
PENGARUH KUALITAS PELAYANAN TERHADAP KEPUASAN WAJIB PAJAK DALAM PENERBITAN SURAT TANDA NOMOR KENDARAAN DI SAMSAT BALIKPAPAN
Authors: Prianggono Jarot , Manupputy Dax E.S.
Published: September 2024

The study is to examine the influence of service quality to satisfaction of taxpayers in the issuance of registration plates of vehicle (STNK) in SAMSAT Balikpapan. The purposes of this study are: (1) to know the effect of service quality provided to the satisfaction of taxpayer, (2) to know how big influence the quality of services provided to the satisfaction of taxpayer, and (3) to determine the factors that influence quality of services provided. This study uses a quantitative approach with survey methods, with a total of 318 respondents taxpayer. The result shows there is significant influence between each variable quality of service and simultaneously (shared) to the satisfaction of taxpayers. The contribution of variable reliability to the satisfaction of taxpayers amounted to 16.6%, for the variable responsiveness has the effect of 16.8%, for the variable assurance amounted to 20.7%, for the variable of empathy is at 33.7%, and for variable tangibles has the effect of 46.1%. Impact of service quality simultaneously (reliability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy, and tangibles) to satisfaction of taxpayers amounted to 51.4%. While for the other 48.6% influenced by other variables. Other factors that influence service quality to satisfaction of taxpayers are external factors such as community demands, and internal factors namely the Polri Bureaucratic Reform factor and Balikpapan SAMSAT service system changes such as changes in service procedures and application of ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System
BAHASA DALAM MASYARAKAT: SUATU KAJIAN SOSIOLINGUISTIK
Authors: . Nuryadi
Published: September 2024

This paper discusses about language in society which spreads horizontally and vertically. Horizontally or geographically, this paper explain why we speak differently in different regions. That means language consists of many dialects spreading horizontally. Some differences come from word choices, the pronunciation of words, and grammatical rules. Vertically socially, this paper explain why we speak differently in different social status. Some differences are due to age, sex, profession and whether English is a first language or not. Explaining the way people use language in different social contexts provides a wealth of information about the way language work, as well as about the social relationships in a community. This paper explore many aspects of language in society such as regional and social dialect, standard language, style, register, slang, jargon, argot, lingua franca, pidgin, Creole, and taboo