bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
An Update on the Benefits and Safety Profile of Hydroxychloroquine
Authors: Nuaaman Mais M.
Published: January 2025

Hydroxychloroquine, an antimalarial drug developed in 1950, has been used for decades in the management of various systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases. By targeting both the innate and adaptive immune systems, it exerts widespread immunomodulatory effects to attenuate the inflammatory response and exert antirheumatic effects. Its favourable safety profile, coupled with proven benefits in improving disease activity and decreasing morbidity and mortality, especially in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis, has solidified its place in the long-term management of patients with rheumatic diseases. Recently, therapeutic drug level monitoring has been used to predict the risks of disease flares and prevent treatment-related toxicity. This review article briefly reviews the benefits of using hydroxychloroquine in the management of systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases, its common and serious adverse effect profile, and the role of drug blood level monitoring in improving patient-related health outcomes.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Women
Authors: Khullar Atul , Swainson Jennifer
Published: January 2025

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common disease with a large public health burden. Due to several anatomical and physiological differences, OSA has traditionally thought to be much less common in women than in men. These differences include variations in craniofacial anatomy, sex hormone differences, greater peripheral fat distribution, as well as women having shorter and less collapsible airways and less respiratory drive instability. However the recruitment bias from clinical samples in early studies has fostered this sex difference to an exaggerated degree.
One large community-based sample of adults aged 21–80 indicated a point prevalence of OSA with clinically significant sleepiness of 3–7% in males and 2–5% of females. Another much larger worldwide community study indicated a lifetime prevalence of OSA of 27.3% in men and 22.5% in women in a narrower population aged 30–69. Both studies show an approximate 1:5–1 ratio which is much lower than that of previous studies showing a ratio of 9 or 10:1. In pediatric and elderly populations, the male to female prevalence ratio is close to equal.
The Treatment of Heavy Menstrual Bleeding in 2024
Authors: Lett Christine
Published: January 2025

Heavy menstrual bleeding and iron deficiency are both commonly underrecognized and undertreated conditions. In fact, over 2 billion people globally are iron deficient. Iron deficiency disproportionately impacts reproductive-aged women and negatively impacts their quality of life. The most common etiology of iron deficiency anemia in premenopausal women is excessive menstruation. Heavy menstrual bleeding is defined as excessive menstrual blood loss, which interferes with a woman’s quality of life. Heavy menstrual bleeding is one of the most common reasons for gynecologic consultation, and impacts one-third of reproductive-aged women. Improving the quality of life for women with heavy menstrual bleeding requires recognizing the condition, identifying its cause, ruling out iron deficiency, and tailoring treatment to reduce menstrual blood loss and replenish iron stores.
Hot Topics in Postpartum: Why the Six-week Visit is Outdated
Authors: Feldman Perle , Hagshi Judy
Published: January 2025

Gone are the days of the single six-week postpartum visit. Research has shown that healthcare, both physical and mental, must be more robust and comprehensive to adequately address the changes that occur and the ensuing challenges that transpire when welcoming a baby into the world.1 In this paper, the words woman and mother include all pregnant people and those who give birth.
Antibiotic Resistance Patterns of Escherichia Coli in Urinary Tract Infections at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Mughalpura, Lahore
Authors: Asghar Amina , Ijaz Sadia , Danish Iqbal Marium , Afzal Muhammad Masood , Ijaz Asma
Published: January 2025

Background and objective: As a chronic nosocomial and community-acquired infections, Escherichia coli (E. coli) has become a major global health concern. Finding the pattern of antibiotic susceptibility in Escherichia coli isolated from urine specimens was the aim of the current study.Methods: It was descriptive Cross-Sectional study conducted at Shalamar Teaching Hospital in Lahore in the Micro-biology section of the Pathology Department from June 1st, 2020 to November 30th, 2020. Patients exhibiting symptoms and indications of urinary tract infections (UTIs) had urine samples taken. The samples were processed on the Cystine Lysine Electrolyte-Deficient (CLED) Agar and identified as E. coli by biochemical profile. Antibiogram of E. coli was determined by Kirby-Bauer method.Results: A total of 165 E. coli isolates were available for analysis.. Among the tested antibiotics, Colistin exhibited the highest sensitivity of 164(99.4%), followed by Fosfomycin 156(94.5%), Imipenem 153 (92.7%), and Meropenem 150(90.9%). Nitrofurantoin demonstrated a sensitivity of 141(85.5%), while Gentamicin had a sensitivity of 110(66.7%). Piperacillin/Tazobactam, Cotrimoxazole, Ceftriaxone and Cefotaxime, Ciprofloxacin, Cefuroxime, Amoxicillin-Clavulanic Acid, and Ampicillin exhibited sensitivities of 60(36.4%), 31(18.8%), 28(17.0%), 28(17.0%), 24(14.5%), 13 (7.9%), 11( 6.7%), and3(1.8%), respectively. Notably, E. coli was isolated more frequently from female patients (72.7%) than from male patients (27.3%).Conclusion: Current study revealed that antibiotic resistance is emerging in E coli. However, Colistin, Fosfomycin, Imipenem, Meropenem, and Nitrofurantoin are the most effective drugs and, depending on the clinical situation, can be chosen empirically for the treatment of UTI caused by E. coli.Key words: Urinary tract infections, E. Coli, Sensitivity pattern
La eficacia de las estrategias de enseñanza de la educación STEM en la educación básica superior
Authors: Erick Daniel Mero Alcívar  , Esther Verónica Ordóñez Valencia  , Diana María Monge Cedeño  , José David Ibarra Ordóñez
Published: January 2025

El presente artículo analiza la eficacia de las estrategias de enseñanza en la educación STEM (Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas) dentro de la Educación Básica Superior. Este enfoque busca integrar disciplinas de manera interdisciplinaria y contextualizada, promoviendo habilidades críticas como la creatividad, el pensamiento lógico y la resolución de problemas. Estrategias como el aprendizaje basado en proyectos, la gamificación y el aula invertida han demostrado mejorar el rendimiento académico, fomentar la motivación estudiantil y fortalecer competencias esenciales para los desafíos del siglo XXI. A pesar de sus beneficios, la implementación de estas estrategias enfrenta retos significativos, entre ellos, la falta de formación docente especializada, la escasez de recursos tecnológicos y la rigidez de los currículos educativos. Estos desafíos limitan su efectividad, especialmente en contextos de escasos recursos.
Mentorat pédagogique des apprenants enseignants-managers durant les stages : expérience et attente des finalistes infirmiers de licence et maitrise «le cas de la section des Sciences Infirmières, Institut Supérieur des Techniques Médicales de Kinshasa »
Authors: Matumbele Yeyey Mireille
Published: January 2025

Le mentorat est vu comme une relation d’aide personnelle et professionnelle entre une personne apprenante novice (la personne mentorée) et une personne expérimentée et compétente dans le domaine (la personne mentor). Cette étude a pour objectif général comprendre l’expérience et l’attente des apprenants finalistes d’EASI sur le mentorat durant les stages de formation académiques, en vue d’améliorer les défaillances. Méthode à visée phénoménologique est utilisée comme méthode de collecte des données. Ce, en vue de cerner l’expérience des apprenants finalistes d’EASI sur le mentorat. Au regard des propos des apprenants finalistes d’EASI, il sied de préciser que le mentorat constitue une stratégie d’accompagnement, de soutien, une guidance et encadrement. Pratique durant le stage pédagogique. Ceci corrobore l’entendement, la compréhension du mentorat selon l’expérience vécue et l’attente face aux mentors et à la Section des Sciences Infirmières.
Decoding the Neuron’s Spark: Building Intuition for Action Potential Dynamics
Authors: Castillo-Aguilar Matías
Published: January 2025

Introduction

Ever wondered how your brain manages to

tell your hand to grab that slice of pizza

before your roommate does?
Papers for MD9A8 – 2025 edition
Authors: Royle Stephen
Published: January 2025

Another year, another edition of “the papers I selected for a module that I teach”. Previous selections are grouped here or here.

The list serves as a snapshot of interesting papers published in the previous 12 months or so.

I hope it is useful to others who are looking for lists of papers to read, for student selections or for anything else.
Mapping the research landscape of employee well-being: A bibliometric review of three decades
Authors: Singh Priti , Bajaj Badri
Published: January 2025

The importance of promoting employee well-being in the workplace has gained significant attention. To explore this growing field, a bibliometric study was conducted to examine the research landscape through a systematic analysis of 1284 publications from the Web of Science database, covering the period from 1990 to 2021. Using Bibliometrix and Vosviewer software, this study addressed five research questions focusing on the major contributors, conceptual, intellectual, and social structure of the field, as well as significant research gaps. The findings suggest that employee well-being is an interdisciplinary field drawing particularly on management and applied psychology. Through citation analysis, this study identified the most cited authors, institutions, and most productive countries. To understand the conceptual underpinning of this research field and trace its chronological evolution, co-occurrence analysis of the authors' keywords was performed. Document co-citation analysis identified four research clusters that constituted the intellectual base of this research area. Furthermore, social network analysis highlighted patterns in author, institution, and country contributions and collaboration. The study concludes by exploring future research directions in the field of employee well-being.
ANÁLISE DE PLANTA SOLAR HELIOTÉRMICA REAL COM SISTEMA DE ARMAZENAMENTO TÉRMICO NO CENÁRIO BRASILEIRO
Authors: De Almeida Menezes Breno , De Leles Ferreira Filho Anésio , Samir Moreira Ribeiro Veber , De Freitas Rabelo Otávio Henrique , Domingues Elder Geraldo
Published: January 2025

Este estudo tem como objetivo apresentar os resultados da aplicação de uma ferramenta computacional desenvolvida para se realizar uma análise de viabilidade técnico-econômica de uma usina heliotérmica de grande escala com topologia torre solar (Solar Power Tower, SPT) e características técnicas similares à planta projetada em Tabuk, Arábia Saudita. Para tanto, serão identificados computacionalmente os desempenhos desta usina (com e sem armazenamento térmico), considerando-se que ela tenha sido instalada em Bom Jesus da Lapa, região nordeste do Brasil. Os indicadores de análise de viabilidade foram obtidos considerando que a energia elétrica produzida é negociada no Ambiente de Contratação Regulado (ACR) do Mercado de Energia Elétrica Brasileiro (MEEB). Os resultados mostram que a geração anual de energia e os fatores de capacidade atingidos no nordeste do Brasil ultrapassam os valores da planta real, corroborando a potencialidade brasileira para instalação de tais usinas. Contudo, o projeto não se mostrou viável do ponto de vista econômico nas condições inicialmente avaliadas. Com isso, foi realizada uma análise de sensibilidade (Sensitivity Analysis, SA) de algumas variáveis ​​estrategicamente selecionadas, a saber, a taxa de câmbio, a taxa mínima de atratividade, o investimento inicial (Capital Expenditure - CAPEX), o percentual de capital próprio e o preço da venda da energia no ACR, visando-se avaliar seus impactos no valor presente líquido (VPL) do projeto. Por fim, foi avaliado um cenário otimista considerando a resposta do VPL aos parâmetros investigados na SA. Para este cenário, os resultados indicaram a viabilidade econômica do projeto. Este tipo de iniciativa caracteriza-se como importante para o avanço da energia solar no cenário brasileiro e seu respectivo incentivo, seja por meio de estudos de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento ou por meio de benefícios regulatórios que tornem determinadas tecnologias mais atraentes.
SISTEMAS AGRIVOLTAICOS NA AGRICULTURA FAMILIAR: ESTUDO DE CASO E ANÁLISE DE VIABILIDADE ECONÔMICA
Authors: Cassanta Vidotto Laís , Schneider Kathlen , Pena Temer Martins Ribeiro Mateus , Do Nascimento Lucas , Rüther Ricardo , Weinz Morato Ramom
Published: January 2025

Os sistemas agrivoltaicos combinam o uso da terra para agricultura e geração de energia fotovoltaica, e têm ganhado destaque internacional. No Brasil a tecnologia pode representar uma alternativa para combater os altos índices de insegurança alimentar e pobreza energética, porém, seu potencial no país ainda é pouco explorado. O presente estudo de caso se concentra em quatro famílias de uma associação de produtores orgânicos do Amazonas. Duas topologias de sistemas agrivoltaicos foram propostas. Foram coletados dados como consumo energético, planos futuros da associação, práticas agrícolas, condições climáticas e dados de irradiação para estimar as potências necessárias para os sistemas fotovoltaicos. A análise econômica levou em consideração potenciais riscos de perda de produtividade agrícola devido à sombra das estruturas agrivoltaicas. Os resultados da análise econômica revelam que, embora o CAPEX inicial possa ser maior do que instalações convencionais, ele não inviabiliza os sistemas. Foram avaliados três cenários de contribuição dos agricultores no investimento inicial: 100, 80 e 60%. Mesmo no caso em que os agricultores entram com 100% do investimento, o payback descontado é de 7 anos e 10 meses. Neste mesmo cenário, o VPL e a TIR resultantes foram de R$ 98.232,76  e 24,41%, respectivamente. Além disso, foi observada a sinergia entre sistemas agrivoltaicos e modelos de negócios de energia compartilhada, a qual pode aproveitar a figura jurídica de associação já existente para a distribuição de créditos de energia. O projeto individual proposto pode beneficiar diretamente quatro famílias ribeirinhas e impactar 84 famílias consumidoras, ao mesmo tempo em que apoia a produção orgânica na região amazônica. Além disso, o estudo pode influenciar aplicações agrivoltaicas em contextos de agricultura familiar. Observa-se também a necessidade de mais pesquisas acerca deste tópico em contexto nacional.
IDENTIFICAÇÃO E CLASSIFICAÇÃO DE MICROTRINCAS EM MÓDULOS FOTOVOLTAICOS ATRAVÉS DE TESTE DE ELETROLUMINESCÊNCIA
Authors: Utzig Picco Igor , Bisolotti do Carmo Matheus , Pereira Ugucioni Rocha Gabriel , Nascimento Pereira Gabriela , Flecha Sosa Carlos Daniel , Do Rêgo Brandão Carlos Victor , Bonetto Murilo
Published: January 2025

Tendo em vista o contínuo crescimento de sistemas fotovoltaicos no Brasil e a necessidade de testes de inspeção nos módulos fotovoltaicos, esse trabalho apresenta informações de suporte à interpretação e análise de resultados de testes de eletroluminescência. Através de uma revisão bibliográfica é detalhado o processo de teste de eletroluminescência e os trabalhos já realizados para interpretação de defeitos. São apresentados exemplos de diferentes defeitos que módulos construídos na topologia de meia célula podem apresentar e, por fim, a classificação desses defeitos de acordo com sua severidade na performance do módulo fotovoltaico.
AVALIAÇÃO ESTATÍSTICA DE PARÂMETROS ELÉTRICOS DE MÓDULOS FOTOVOLTAICOS COM CÉLULAS SOLARES DE SILÍCIO MULTICRISTALINO E MONOCRISTALINO
Authors: Policarpi Taila Cristiane , Moehlecke Adriano , Zanesco Izete , Ly Moussa
Published: January 2025

Módulos fotovoltaicos (FVs) são produzidos a partir de células solares, podendo essas apresentar variações nos seus parâmetros elétricos. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar os resultados da caracterização elétrica de dois conjuntos de módulos FVs, sendo um composto por 70 módulos FVs de 325 Wp (Multi-325) com células solares de silício multicristalino e o outro de 68 módulos de 340 Wp (Mono-340), com células solares de silício monocristalino. Os módulos FVs foram caracterizados eletricamente sob condições padrão usando um simulador solar de tipo flash. Foram encontradas as funções de distribuição estatística que melhor se ajustaram aos parâmetros elétricos de cada conjunto. Observou-se que todos os módulos FVs apresentaram potência nominal acima do valor da ficha de dados. Para os módulos Multi-325, a potência média foi de 336,4 Wp ± 0,3%, 3,5 % acima do valor de folha da dados. Nos módulos Mono-340, a potência média foi de 346,5 Wp ± 0,6%, superior em 1,9 % ao valor da folha de dados. As funções Dagum e Log-Logistic mostraram ser as distribuições ótimas para modelar a distribuição da tensão de circuito aberto e a tensão no ponto de máxima potência, diferente de trabalhos anteriores em que funções Burr foram mais adequadas. Em relação a corrente elétrica no ponto de máxima potência, para os módulos Multi-325 e Mono-340 as funções de distribuição mais adequadas foram a Burr 4P e Frechat (3P), respectivamente, diferente de trabalhos anteriores em que as funções Weibull e Cauchy foram as ótimas para módulos FVs de silício multicristalino. A frequência da potência máxima foi ajustada pela distribuição Error para os módulos Multi-325 e pela Log-Logistic para os módulos Mono-340, também diferente frente a trabalhos anteriores. O estudo evidenciou que, para cada tipo de célula solar em módulos FVs e para cada parâmetro elétrico foram encontradas curvas de ajuste diferentes.
INDICADORES DE DESEMPENHO FINANCEIRO EM OPERAÇÃO E MANUTENÇÃO DE USINAS FOTOVOLTAICAS
Authors: Rediske Graciele , Donaduzi Rigo Paula , Mairesse Siluk Julio Cezar , Michels Leandro
Published: January 2025

A gestão de operação e manutenção (O&M) de usinas solares fotovoltaicas (FVs) é essencial para manter o alto rendimento e o baixo custo de geração desses sistemas, que estão em crescente expansão nos últimos anos. Além dos aspectos técnicos, o desempenho financeiro de O&M também é um fator importante para monitorar a viabilidade e a rentabilidade dos sistemas de geração de energia solar FV. No entanto, nem sempre os gestores dispõem de indicadores chaves de desempenho (KPIs) financeiros adequados para essa finalidade. Neste trabalho, propõe-se uma metodologia para identificar e ponderar os KPIs financeiros mais relevantes para a avaliação do desempenho financeiro de O&M de usinas FVs. Para isso, foi realizada uma revisão sistemática de literatura (RSL) sobre os principais indicadores financeiros utilizados na avaliação de desempenho de sistemas FVs, bem como uma pesquisa com especialistas do setor para obter suas opiniões utilizando ao método Delphi, e verificado suas preferências com o auxílio do método SWARA. Os resultados apresentam cinco indicadores que são importantes para os gestores considerarem monitorar em seus empreendimentos, sendo o KPI Custo equivalente de peças de reposição o mais importante, com 22,96% de peso.
Analisis Pengendalian Kualitas Produk Kayu Menggunakan Metode Statistical Quality Control Di UD. Rizki
Authors: Harahap Melyana , Chairunisah
Published: January 2025

Quality Control (Pengendali kualitas) adalah proses yang dilakukan terhadap barang atau produk yang diproduksi dengan tujuan untuk memastikan apakah produk tersebut memenuhi standar yang telah ditetapkan dan melakukan perbaikan jika produk tidak sesuai dengan standar yang ditetapkan oleh perusahaan. Untuk itu perusahaan perlu menetapkan kontrol kualitas sebagai upaya menjaga kualitas produk agar dapat bersaing di pasar. Metode Statistical Quality Control (Pengendalian Kualitas Statistik) digunakan pada penelitian ini dengan tujuan untuk melakukan evaluasi, analisis, pengelolaan, pemantauan, dan perbaikan terhadap produk olahan kayu yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kualitas produk dan meningkatkan pangsa pasar perusahaan. Metode penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif digunakan pada penelitian ini untuk memberikan penjelasan dan gambaran tentang data yang telah dikumpulkan. Hasil analisis menggunakan peta kendali menunjukkan stabilitas kualitas produk dalam kisaran yang terkendali, dimana kerusakan produk tidak berdampak signifikan pada keseluruhan proses produksi. Analisis lebih lanjut menggunakan diagram pareto menunjukkan bahwa retak menjadi jenis kerusakan yang paling banyak dijumpai pada produk olahan kayu yang diproduksi oleh UD. Rizky. Berdasarkan hasil analisis menggunakan diagram sebab akibat dapat diketahui bahwa faktor bahan dan manusia menjadi faktor utama kerusakan produk oleh karena itu diperlukan adanya standar bahan baku yang ditetapkan oleh perusahaan dan pelatihan standar proses operasional (SOP) demi meningkatkan ketelitian dan keterampilan karyawan.
Peran Peran Kewirausahaan Regional Terhadap Pengembangan Agrowisata di Indonesia
Authors: Husyairi Khoirul Aziz , Marithasari Harries , Suwanda Bayu Suriaatmaja
Published: January 2025

Indonesia, sebagai negara agraris, memiliki potensi sumber daya alam yang melimpah di sektor pertanian. Agrowisata muncul sebagai solusi untuk memaksimalkan potensi ini dengan menggabungkan pertanian dan pariwisata, menawarkan pengalaman unik bagi wisatawan melalui kegiatan langsung di lahan pertanian. Partisipasi aktif masyarakat lokal merupakan kunci dalam pengembangan agrowisata yang berkelanjutan, di mana mereka tidak hanya terlibat sebagai tenaga kerja tetapi juga sebagai mitra yang diberdayakan dalam pengelolaan dan inovasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran pariwisata berbasis komunitas, kewirausahaan regional, dan tantangan yang dihadapi dalam pengembangan agrowisata di Indonesia. Metode yang digunakan adalah studi literatur dengan analisis deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengembangan agrowisata tidak hanya meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat lokal tetapi juga berkontribusi pada pertumbuhan ekonomi daerah dengan menciptakan lapangan kerja dan mendorong perkembangan usaha terkait. Agrowisata juga memberikan manfaat sosial, seperti meningkatkan semangat gotong royong, kesadaran lingkungan, dan keterampilan pertanian di kalangan masyarakat. Namun, tantangan seperti keterbatasan infrastruktur dan pengetahuan perlu diatasi melalui kolaborasi antara pemerintah, masyarakat, dan pelaku usaha. Agrowisata berbasis pemberdayaan masyarakat dan kewirausahaan regional berpotensi menjadi pendorong utama pertumbuhan ekonomi lokal yang berkelanjutan
Результаты мониторинга внедрения курса «Глобальные компетенции» в организациях образования Казахстана
Authors: Дюсенбаева Ардак
Published: January 2025

В статье представлены результаты мониторинга внедрения курса «Глобальные компетенции» в учебные программы 5-11 классов, направленных на формирование навыков устойчивого развития обучающихся. Исследование включает качественный и количественный анализ, основанный на анкетировании, наблюдении уроков и бесед, проведенных среди 373 педагогов из 17 регионов и 3 городов республиканского значения Казахстана для оценки эффективности внедрения учебных программ в учебном процессе. Результаты исследования позволили выявить как положительные аспекты внедрения учебных программ, способствующих формированию ценностей и навыков устойчивого развития обучающихся, так и трудности педагогов в адаптации учебных программ в учебном процессе. Количественный и качественный анализ данных разработаны и внесены изменения в учебные программы, направленные на усиление практической направленности курса, способствующей развитию практических навыков устойчивого развития, обеспечения системности и преемственности содержания между разделами и классами, соответствия возрастным особенностям обучающихся.
Бастауыш сынып білім алушыларының ағылшын тілін меңгеру барысында сөйлеу дағдыларына креативті тапсырмалардың әсері
Authors: Калбергенова Шолпан , Лебедева Лариса , Казиев Карас
Published: January 2025

The aim of this study is to determine the impact of creative tasks on the interest, confidence, skills, and overall attitude of primary school students toward learning English. The study was conducted using a questionnaire consisting of 11 questions divided into 4 sections: evaluation of attitudes toward learning English, assessment of creative tasks, evaluation of confidence and speaking skills, and overall impressions. The questionnaire was based on a Likert scale, allowing respondents to choose one of five response options. The study involved 83 primary school students (45 boys and 37 girls) with an average age of 9.4 years. The analysis of the correlation matrix confirmed several hypotheses. Firstly, there is a weak positive correlation between interest in classroom tasks and preference for performing creative tasks (r=0.25), indicating that creative tasks increase students’ engagement in the learning process. Secondly, regular performance of creative tasks enhances students’ confidence in speaking English (r=0.20). Thirdly, creative tasks improve vocabulary retention and sentence construction skills, as evidenced by the correlation between the usefulness of tasks for memory and the ease of sentence construction (r=0.20). Additionally, primary school students with a positive attitude toward English are more motivated to continue performing creative tasks (r=0.15). Success in learning English is positively associated with the willingness to participate in creative tasks (r=0.15). The study’s findings demonstrated that creative tasks significantly contribute to the development of language skills, motivation, and confidence in primary school students. These conclusions highlight the importance of integrating creative tasks into the educational process to enhance the effectiveness of English language teaching.
Методика применения когнитивных компьютерных технологий для интенсификации изучения физики в школе
Authors: Кисабекова Асемгуль , Эндерс Петер , Нурумжанова Куляш , Ткалич Ефим
Published: January 2025

В статье представлены результаты исследования эффективности применения когнитивных компьютерных технологий, как дидактического ресурса интенсификации учебного процесса по физике в школе и педагогическом вузе. Цель исследования: разработка, применение и оценка эффективности игровой платформы Minecraft: Education Edition для интенсификации процесса изучения физики. В статье представлены результаты эмпирического изучения состояния проблемы и опыта использования игровых компьютерных методов в региональной системе школьного образования на основе опроса и анкетирования педагогов школ и вуза, а также учащихся. Оценивались уровень влияния и актуальность игровых цифровых технологий в формате когнитивной дидактики на академические результаты, интерес и мотивацию студентов к учению по предметам естественнонаучного цикла. В результате апробации технологии обучения на игровой платформе Minecraft: Education Edition верифицирована эффективность ее применения в образовательном процессе подготовки будущих учителей физики. Результаты исследования представлены на примере технологии применения игровой платформы для изучения избранных тем по курсу физики. В статье показаны цели и задачи, алгоритм когнитивной технологии, соответствующий психологическим закономерностям учения, а также формируемая система твердых, мягких и мета – навыков, как результатов обучения при выполнении конструктивистских заданий в формате компьютерной платформы. Результаты исследования актуальны и полезны для учителей школ, методистов и преподавателей вузов для интенсификации учебного процесса.
Psychological and pedagogical support for the successful education and development of children with special educational needs
Authors: Butabayeva Laura , Shalabayeva Laura , Baikulova Aigerim , Tebenova Karlygash
Published: January 2025

This article addresses the challenges associated with ensuring the successful education and development of school-aged children with special educational needs. In today’s educational landscape, it is critical to create inclusive environments that cater to the diverse needs of these children, regardless of their individual characteristics. Providing equitable and accessible education is the fundamental responsibility of the state, prioritizing the well-being and rights of all citizens. However, achieving this goal relies heavily on the specialized efforts of teachers. By leveraging their expertise, educators play a vital role in ensuring fair treatment and equal learning opportunities for students with varying abilities. To meet these objectives, the study utilized methods of theoretical analysis and empirical research. The primary method involved conducting surveys among teachers and parents, based on a structured questionnaire developed by the authors. The findings highlight the importance of engaging parents or legal guardians, alongside psychologists, in the educational process through active and collaborative interactions. This approach enhances the psychological and pedagogical competencies of teachers working with special educational needs, thereby improving the overall quality of inclusive education. Both positive and negative patterns in the participants’ interactions with a psychologist in educational relations were found by analyzing the survey results. The structure and substance of the psychologist’s work with schoolchildren who have special educational needs, as well as their interactions with teachers, parents, and legal agents, all reflect the peculiarities of their inclusive practice.
To achieve this goal, methods of theoretical analysis and empirical data processing were used. The main method was a survey of teachers and parents using a questionnaire developed by the authors. The analysis made it possible to show the need to involve parents (legal representatives) and the teacher of a psychologist in the correctional and educational process by using active forms of interaction with them in order to increase their psychological and pedagogical competence. This, in turn, indicates the need to expand the forms of work with teachers and with parents (legal representatives) of children with special educational needs to teach successfully and develop them accessible methods and techniques for correcting the psyche of schoolchildren.
Exploration of stakeholders' perceptions and understandings of media literacy: a case study of one school
Authors: Yeleussiz Aigul
Published: January 2025

This study examines the perceptions and understandings of media literacy among key stakeholders in a Kazakhstani school, focusing on EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers and the school principal. The case study school, Talap, a selective, publicly-funded boarding institution in southern Kazakhstan, educates 305 gifted students with a curriculum aligned to both international standards and the State Standard of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Through semi-structured interviews with the principal and focus group discussions with teachers, the research explores how digital tools are used to foster critical media evaluation and enhance learning. While teachers primarily perceive media literacy as a means to promote critical thinking and student engagement in the classroom, the principal approaches it from an institutional and ethical perspective, pointing out professional conduct and the school's reputation. This distinction reflects the differing priorities between teaching practice and institutional management. Challenges identified include distinguishing between reliable and unreliable information. The findings contribute to the growing discourse on media literacy integration in educational settings, offering strategies for improving both pedagogy and ethical standards in the context of digital learning.
The importance of social partnership in the development of the teachers’ competitiveness in the secondary education
Authors: Kolumbayeva Sholpan , Atabekova Baktygul , Onlanbekkyzy Gulshat , Sadykova Aigul
Published: January 2025

This article explores the multifaceted challenges associated with improving the competitiveness of prospective educators through social partnerships. It begins with an examination of the contemporary landscape of teachers in the secondary education, highlighting the growing importance of integrating social partnerships into educational frameworks to enhance secondary education teachers’ training and development. The introduction outlines the significance of balancing various input factors, such as educational background, practical experience, skills, stakeholders’ feedback, and technological proficiency. The methodology section presents a comprehensive approach to assessing secondary education teachers’ competitiveness, utilizing a range of assessment methods including competency tests, performance evaluations, feedback surveys, practical assignments, and digital literacy assessments. By analyzing data through pie charts, the study offers a visual representation of the proportional impact of assessment method on secondary teachers’ competitiveness. The discussion delves into the implications of these findings, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach in integrating educational and practical components into teacher training. It addresses the challenges of standardizing assessment methods and the critical role of technological proficiency. The study advocates for enhanced social partnerships to support continuous improvement. In conclusion, the article asserts that effective implementation of social partnerships and a diversified assessment approach are essential for developing competitive secondary educators. 
The methodology section presents a comprehensive approach to assessing teacher competitiveness, utilizing a range of assessment methods including competency tests, performance evaluations, feedback surveys, practical assignments, and digital literacy assessments. By analyzing data through pie charts, the study offers a visual representation of the proportional impact of assessment method on teacher competitiveness.
The discussion delves into the implications of these findings, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach in integrating educational and practical components into teacher training. It addresses the challenges of standardizing assessment methods and the critical role of technological proficiency. The study advocates for enhanced social partnerships to support continuous improvement.
In conclusion, the article asserts that effective implementation of social partnerships and a diversified assessment approach are essential for developing competitive future educators.
Pengaruh Kualitas Pelayanan Dan Promosi Terhadap Kepuasan Konsumen: Studi Kasus Pada Hopespace Coffee & Eatery
Authors: Oktoviani Tri , Rizkiyah Tiara fitri
Published: January 2025

Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui pengaruh kualitas pelayanan dan promosi terhadap kepuasan konsumen pada kafe Hopespace Coffee & Eatery Indramayu. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini menggunakan metode asosiatif dan dengan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif.Disini peneliti menggunakan teknik pengumpulan data dengan membagikan kuesioner baik secara online maupun secara langsung kepada 98 responden yang pernah atau sedang berkunjung di Hopespace Coffee & Eatery Indramayu. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kualitas pelayanan terhadap kepuasan konsumen Hopespace Coffee & Eatery dengan taraf signifikan 0,000 < 0,05 dan terdapat pengaruh kualitas pelayanan terhadan kepuasan konsumen dengan nilai koefisisen determinasi sebesar 0,199 dan sumbangan relatifnya sebesar 11,9%.  Kemudian terdapat pengaruh promosi terhadap kepuasan konsumen pada Hopespace Coffee & Eatery Indramayu dengan taraf signifikan 0,000 < 0,05 dan pengaruh promosi terhadap terhadap kepuasan konsumen dengan nilai koefisien determinasi sebesar 0,190 dan sumbangan relatifnya  sebesar 19%. Kualitas pelayanan dan promosi terhadap kepuasan konsumen Hopespace coffee & Eater Indramayu terdapat pengaruh dengan F hitung diperoleh nilai signifikan 0,000 < 0,05 dan sumbangan relatifnya sebesar 76% sisa 24% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lainnya.
Pengaruh kepuasan kerja dan lingkungan kerja terhadap turnover intention karyawan pada pt toba surimi industries tbk
Authors: Manik Mas Septa Arta Daniel , Azzatillah
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini dikembangkan untuk mengkaji pengaruh kepuasan kerja serta lingkungan kerja dalam mempengaruhi Turnover Intention pada PT Toba Surimi Industries Tbk. Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini bersifat kuantitatif. Melalui penerapan teknik purposive sampling, jumlah responden yang diikutsertakan dalam penelitian ini mencapai 70 orang. Beberapa metode statistik telah diterapkan dalam analisis data ini, meliputi analisis regresi, uji koefisien determinasi, serta pengujian reliabilitas dan validitas. Hasil dari pengujian validitas menunjukkan kevalidan semua item pernyataan dan indikator yang berkaitan dengan variabel kepuasan kerja, lingkungan kerja, dan Turnover Intention. Dalam penelitian ini, ditemukan bahwa kepuasan kerja tidak memberikan pengaruh signifikan yang bersifat negatif terhadap Turnover Intention pada karyawan. Demikian pula, lingkungan kerja terbukti tidak berdampak signifikan secara negatif terhadap Turnover Intention
Monologue performance using West Java folklore: can it improve high school students' speaking skills?
Authors: Repelita Tridays , Jamaludin Ujang , Leksono Suroso Mukti
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study was to analyze the improvement of high school students' speaking skills in a private school in Karawang Regency through monologue performances using West Javanese stories. The research design used was a classroom action research design, through stages consisting of planning, implementing action, observing, and reflecting. The research data is in the form of process data and learning outcomes of speaking skills. The research results show that 50% of student activity in cycle I is in the inactive category. The observation results obtained were that student activity in cycle II increased more than cycle I where the average student activity score was 84% ​​which was in the active category. on the monologue performance test cycle I, out of 15 students, 5 students or (33%) passed in the good category, in the less category <65 there were 10 students or (67%), then in the sufficient category the average score was 65-71 achieved by 0 students or (0%) with an average value of cycle one is 56%. In cycle II, out of 15 students, 12 students or (81.4%) passed in the good category, in the less category <65 there was 1 student or (6.6%), then in the sufficient category the average score was 65-71 achieved by 2 students or (12%) with an average value of cycle II is 81%. As a suggestion to improve students' speaking skills, it is hoped that teachers can apply monologue performances as an alternative in learning Indonesian.
Keywords: monologue, folklore, speaking ability, senior high school
Preservation of Regional Languages (Sundanese Wewengkon Pandeglang) through Teaching Materials with Local Wisdom
Authors: Amilul Ulum Uyung , Hidayat Sholeh , Leksono Suroso Mukti , Jamaludin Ujang
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze efforts to maintain Sundanese language wewengkon Pandeglang as a characteristic of the Sundanese speech community in areas where Sundanese is used, which are spread across the two provinces of West Java and Banten. Pandeglang Sundanese language is distinctive or unique with all the values ​​contained in it. The method used is qualitative-descriptive. The data studied is in the form of teaching material documents as a language construct that represents the speech group of Sundanese Pandeglang. As a result, the Sundanese wewengkon Pandeglang is used in the form of vocabulary which is inserted into parts of teaching materials whose structure is Reading, Pedaran, Kaparigelan, Pangaweruh Sundanese, and Purwakecap. Thus it can be concluded that the Sundanese language teaching material with the title "Purwa Basa”.
Implementation of folk story to improve accounting students' mastery of past tense sentences
Authors: Prihamdani Depi , Hidayat Soleh , Jamaludin Ujang , Leksono Suroso Mukti
Published: January 2025

The aims of this study were to find out: 1) the extent to which students' competence in past tense sentences, and 2) the significant effect of using folklore on students' competence in past tense sentences in semester 2 students majoring in accounting. program of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Buana Perjuangan University, Karawang. This research method is a quantitative method. Researchers collected data by using a written test. Samples were taken using a random sampling technique of 35 students. The data were then analyzed using descriptive and inferential analysis, namely the t-test formula by Arikunto. The results of this study were that the average score of students' competence in past tense sentences before using folklore was 51.5 which was categorized as "less", then after using folklore it was 72, 37 are categorized as "good". The results of testing the hypothesis show that the t-test is higher than the t-table (17 > ​​2.04), meaning that the hypothesis is accepted. The results of the study revealed that there was a significant effect of the use of folklore on student competence in past tense sentences in semester 2 students of the accounting study program, Faculty of Economics and Business, Buana Perjuangan University, Karawang.
Significance and Process of Fraction Concept Comprehension: A Study of Learning Constraints from the Perspective of Mathematics Instructors
Authors: Alsulami Naif Mastoor , Galang Isnawan Muhamad
Published: January 2025

Conversion of mixed numbers into improper fractions was one of the challenging formulaic issues in fraction learning that posed problems in education. However, there were not many studies investigating this conversion. Furthermore, few studies have attempted to provide solutions regarding this conversion issue. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the learning constraints students experienced when converting mixed numbers into improper fractions and offer alternative solutions to minimize these learning obstacles. The research design used to achieve this goal was didactical design research (DDR). DDR was chosen as it employed the identified learning constraints to develop didactic designs in fraction learning. Participants in this study were mathematics teachers aged 26, with less than five years of teaching experience. The primary instrument in this research was the researcher, using several supplementary tools such as a fraction comprehension test, interview guidelines, and didactic designs. Data were subsequently analyzed using qualitative data analysis. The research findings revealed that students were indicated to encounter learning obstacles of an epistemological nature, as they seldom initiated learning with real-life problems. The proposed solution in the didactic design was using problems as initial situations in learning, which would then be responded to by students in the form of didactic conditions. The recommendation offered in this study is implementing the didactic design itself.
Preparation and characterization of WO3/TiO2 composite catalysts for the photoreduction of chromium(VI) in aqueous solutions
Authors: Ostachavičiūtė Simona , Valatka Eugenijus
Published: January 2025

Several WO3/TiO2 composite photocatalysts were prepared by impregnation of metatitanic acid in an aqueous solution of ammonium paratungstate (APT). The obtained photocatalysts were characterized by DSC-TG analysis, X-ray diffraction analysis and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. The photoreduction of potassium dichromate was used as a model reaction to evaluate the photocatalytic activity of prepared catalysts. The influence of methanol on the rate of photoreduction was also investigated. It was determined that the most active catalyst is obtained when the initial ratio of APT/TiO2 is 1:4 and uncalcined metatitanic acid is used as a raw material for titania.
Enzymatic phenethyl octanoate synthesis: lipase selection and reaction optimization by response surface methodology
Authors: Šinkūnienė Dovilė , Kazlauskas Simas , Bendikienė Vida
Published: January 2025

Phenethyl octanoate (PEO) is a natural flavour compound found in rum, spirits and wine. Six commercial and non-commercial lipase preparations were screened for 2-phenethyl octanoate synthesis activity, the most active enzymes were Lipozyme® RM IM and Pala­tase® 20000 L (immobilized and soluble Rhizomucor miehei lipases). Three substrates acyl-donors (octanoic acid, glyceryl trioctanoate and coconut oil) and two solvents (hexane and tert-butanol) were compared in the synthesis reactions. Higher conversions and reaction rates were observed in hexane using immobilized enzyme. The optimal reaction conditions determined by means of Response Surface Methodology (RSM) were as follows: reaction time 120 minutes, temperature of 30 °C, 0.8 M and 0.267 M concentrations of 2-phenyl­ethanol and glyceryl trioctanoate, respectively, 7% concentration of enzyme Lipozyme® RM IM, resulting in 80% reaction conversion. The phenylethyl ester synthesis reaction was transferred to a solvent-free system using a natural substrate coconut oil.
Evaluation of extraction factors influence on total phenolic content and antioxidant activity of Melissa officinalis L. leaves extracts
Authors: Kasparavičienė Giedrė , Jurgelevič Justyna , Kalvėnienė Zenona , Velžienė Saulė , Savickas Arūnas , Kazlauskienė Daiva
Published: January 2025

Extraction factors influence the quantity and quality of extracts. It is important to choose suitable conditions for production of valuable products. The aim of this study was to evaluate the influence of extraction factors on the quality of lemon balm extracts. Dry leaves of Melissa officinalis L. were extracted by dynamic maceration using ultrasound. Extraction factors were solvents – water and 50% ethanol; the extraction time was 5, 10, 15 and 30 min, the raw material and solvent ratio was 1:10, 1:20 and 1:30, and the particle size of dry leaves. Qualitative parameters – the amount of the total phenolic content and antiradical activity using the 2,2-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical inactivation method – were determined spectrophotometrically. The total quantity of phenolic compounds of all determinations ranged between 40.13 ± 2.0 and 78.49 ± 3.9 mg of rosmarinic acid equivalents per weight of dry leaves of lemon balm. The higher amount of phenolics was extracted with 50% ethanol than with water. 1:10 ratio of leaves and solvent was most effective using ethanol as a solvent. 1:30 ratio was most effective using water as a solvent. The reduction of particle size increased the yield of phenolics over 20%. The antioxidant activity of all measurements ranged between 37.60 ± 1.9–89.48 ± 4.5% inactivated DPPH radicals. The highest antiradical activity was achieved with ethanolic extracts at 1:10 ratio after 15 minutes of sonication using a reduced particle size of leaves. The relationship between the total content of phenolics and antiradical activity was evaluated and the correlation was not determined.
Synthesis, transformation and antibacterial activity of new N,N-disubstituted 2-aminothiazole derivatives
Authors: Grybaitė Birutė , Jonuškienė Ilona , Vaickelionienė Rita , Mickevičius Vytautas
Published: January 2025

A series of novel N,N-disubstituted 2-aminothiazole derivatives were synthesized by the Hantzsch reaction from 3-[(1-naphthyl)carbamothioylamino]propanoic acid and α-halocarbonyl compounds. With the help of various chemical transformations of the obtained compounds, new variously functionalized 2-aminothiazole derivatives were synthesized. Some of them were tested for their antibacterial properties against gram-negative non-spore-forming rods of Rhizobium radiobacter.