bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Understanding PTSD: Impacts on Memory, Brain Structure, and the Formation of False Memories
Authors: Madhabhaktula Kushal
Published: December 2024

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by exposure to traumatic events. These traumatic events could range from natural disaster traumas to abuse and war traumas. PTSD is usually found in individuals who have served their nation but can be found in anyone who has been exposed to trauma. It is important to understand the causes of PTSD as many individuals suffer improper sleeping patterns and hypervigilance and try to detach themselves from the world. The purpose of this paper is to describe what PTSD is, how it can affect memory loss, and how it can form false memories. PTSD can be harmful if untreated, especially if the patient is isolated. Neurologists have identified that PTSD can cause memory loss and can create false memories; however, treatments for PTSD are developing rapidly such as EMDR which can reduce the probability of developing memory loss and false memories in the future.
Interaction of Sensitivity and Stress on an Individual’s Likelihood of Depression
Authors: Yue Er (Carol)
Published: December 2024

Environmental sensitivity is an individual’s ability to process and perceive external stimuli. Within a population, sensitivity greatly varies. Self-reported measures of sensitivity like sensory processing sensitivity (SPS) have been shown to have a positive correlation with stress. However, not many studies have explored Respiratory Sinus Arrhythmia (RSA) as a measure of sensitivity. This study hopes to investigate the relationship between RSA and depressive symptoms when stress acts as a moderator. Through a correlational design and moderation analysis, this study seeks to prove that higher sensitivity signals more susceptibility to the impacts of stress and therefore more depressive symptoms. Examining data from a majority Hispanic sample, this paper found significant correlations between stress and depressive symptoms as well as stress and biological sex. When stress acts as a moderator, the results support the hypothesis. However, certain limitations include the lack of a generalizable sample due to factors such as race and unavoidable external validity from conducting all measures in a lab. Since this current study pointed out a vulnerable population – sensitive people – future research could focus on the prevention of depression or assistance of individuals experiencing depression. Overall, this paper hopes to provide further insight into the traits of sensitivity and depression.
The Food of the Gods in the Empire of Man. Mushrooms and their use in everyday life and medicine in classical antiquity
Authors: Zázik Martin , Daňová Miroslava
Published: December 2024

The Food of the Gods in the Empire of Man. Mushrooms and their use in everyday life and medicine in classical antiquity

In antiquity, references to a very specific type of food began to appear for the first time in literary works. This food had already been noticed by the Greeks, who remained very skeptical about its consumption. The Romans, on the contrary, highly valued it. It became very popular, especially with the wealthy class of Roman society. This food changed history at least once – when it became the tool for the murder of Emperor Claudius. And while Emperor Tiberius paid 200,000 sesterces to establish whether or not this was the best type of food, the Roman intelligent class warned ordinary people about it. We are talking about mushrooms, the food of the gods.
Kariéra Milady Paulové aneb genderová cesta k úspěchu?
Authors: Bahenská Marie
Published: December 2024

Milada Paul's career or a gendered path to success?

The paper focuses on Milada Paulová, a representative of the first generation of Czechoslovak women scientists. As the first female scientist, she systematically built her academic career according to male models, while relying on the support of her teachers and expecting support from political circles when necessary. The text analyzes the aspects that led Paul to the pinnacle of her scientific career and attempts to locate gendered elements of her behavior, if any.
Alchymie v českých zemích III: Alchymické bádání za vlády Rudolfa II.
Authors: Purš Ivo , Karpenko Vladimír
Published: December 2024

Alchemy in the Czech lands III. Alchemical search during the reign of Rudolf II.

Rudolfine era is known as the highest flourish of alchemy in the Czech lands; many outstanding personalities were active in the surrounding of the emperor and in service of the aristocracy. Broad interests of these figures reached from the expected transmutational alchemy to medicinal aspects of this science. Not less important were studies in geology and botany. Particular attention is paid to the emperor’s interests, to his attitude toward alchemists and scholars at his court. Some of these men are introduced in more detail, including Michael Sendivogius, Oswald Crollius, Michael Maier, Anselm Boëtius de Boodt, and problematic Edward Kelly. Abramo Colorni, court Jew, is characterized in detail because of his extraordinary position at the court. Tadeáš Hájek represents Czech scholars.
Alchymie v českých zemích IV: Alchymické bádání v době porudolfinské a pobělohorské
Authors: Purš Ivo , Karpenko Vladimír
Published: December 2024

Alchemy in the Czech Lands IV. Alchemical Research after the Reign of Rudolf II and During the Post-White Mountain Period

After the Thirty Years’ War, the last development of alchemy continued the tradition of scientific research from the time of Rudolf II, with a number of personalities who either left Bohemia for emigration, or continued their work in recatholicized Bohemia, or worked at the imperial court in Vienna. Daniel Stolcius, the author of two books of alchemical emblems, and an alchemical poem obviously dealing with aurum potabile, was one of the important exiles. Another emigré was Jan Amos Komenský, who was interested in alchemy, perpetual motion, and further problems of science. Marcus Marci, a physician, worked in Bohemia and his interests included physics and alchemy. He was the last owner of Voynich manuscript in this country. At that time, keen interest in alchemy continued in the courts of a number of local noblemen, and the Hapsburg imperial court was well-known for their interest in alchemy, too. Two eminent alchemists worked there directly, namely Johann Konrad Richthausen and Johann Wenzel Seiler, who both have achieved the exceptional importance and renown. Both performed spectacular transmutations, but they were also experts in mining, assaying, and coinage and held important offices in the area. The last representative of alchemy in Bohemia was Kryštof Bergner, a versatile chemist who was also involved in the construction of hard coal stoves.
Biografie Albíny Dratvové (1891–1969), první docentky Přírodovědecké fakulty Univerzity Karlovy
Authors: Tomášová Pavlína
Published: December 2024

Biography of Albína Dratvová (1891–1969), the First Female Associate Professor of the Faculty of Science of Charles University

The article is about the life, professional activity and contribution of the philosopher of natural sciences and the first female associate professor at the Faculty of Science of Charles University, Albína Dratvová. Drawing on archival materials, correspondence, and Dratvová’s personal diary, the paper aims to introduce the educator and public intellectual whose books and lectures influenced several generations of students, readers, and listeners.
Akademicky vzdělaní lékaři 16. a 17. století v písemných sporech a polemikách 2. část
Authors: Žalud Zdeněk
Published: December 2024

Academically Educated Physicians in Written Disputes and Polemics of the 16th and 17th Centuries – part two

The study which deals with polemical content of the published texts of Czech academically educated doctors is based on the analysis of the three writings of Tadeáš Hájek of Hájek Actio medica and Antifanchelius...contra Philippi Fanchelii Responsum, respectively Responsum ad exegesin... and of a trio of posthumously issued medical case studies (consilia medica) of Jan Marek Marci of Kronland. The writings of the first author comment on the unsuccessful treatment of a noble child patient, in which another doctor, Filip Fauchelius, fatally interfered with Hájek, using his iatrochemical drugs. Hájek critically evaluated the activities of his competitor, tried to defend his personal prestige and enforce the regulation of medical practice, so that there would be no further deaths of patients due to improper treatment. Marci’s councils have a significantly less polemical charge. The Czech doctor used them, among other things, for a psychological view of erectile dysfunction. Marci unacknowledgedly connects the interpretation of this particular case with his theory of perception, which he presented in his work Liturgia mentis. The study also seeks to explain why this consilia was not published during Marci‘s lifetime.
The Role of Electronic Educational Language Games in Creating Good Learners
Authors: Hazaymeh Omar
Published: December 2024

The paper explores the electronic educational language games’ impact on learners’ development. As technology continues, electronic educational language games emerge as a promising tool to enhancing language acquisition skills and increasing academic performance. The paper reviews educational games’ literature to give understanding of the benefits of creating good learners and the associated challenges. The findings hope to give insights to optimize educational strategies in digital age, the discourse on technology’s role in enhancing learning outcomes and shaping the future of education. The findings suggest that such games have a role in having good learners, besides recommending that associated challenges require careful consideration. The paper ends with recommendations on harnessing the potential of these games to create good learners.
Structural Mitigation Approach For Evacuation Of Cyclone On The Lens Of Intersectionality At Ranipur, Charkhali, Deuli, Kakrabunia In Mirzaganj Upazilla, Patuakhali
Authors: Nehal Islam Khondoker  , Dr. Hafiz Ashraful Haque  , Sm Ashik Faysal
Published: December 2024

Cyclones are a constant threat to the coastal regions of Bangladesh, where vulnerable communities face high risks due to both natural hazards and social inequalities. A field investigation of cyclone shelters in Mirzaganj upazila reveals that these facilities are underfunded, poorly managed, and discriminatory against people with disabilities, the elderly, and women. This research aims to develop a comprehensive cyclone mitigation strategy that integrates both structural and non-structural components. Through a detailed survey and data analysis using Kobotools, we identified key issues and proposed solutions to eliminate discrimination in shelters. Our approach emphasizes community-led management in non-structural mitigation and non-discriminatory shelter design in structural mitigation. While 54% of respondents visited a cyclone shelter, 46% did not, citing reasons such as inadequate transportation, security concerns, distance from home, risk perception, lack of food, and insufficient facilities like separate rooms and restrooms for men and women. Those who did visit shelters often faced violations of their rights. About 43.75% of women were denied breastfeeding rooms, 42% were denied menstruation restrooms, and 43.75% faced a lack of facilities for individuals with disabilities. Around 48% of respondents received early warnings through local government channels, and 43% via social media. Furthermore, 63% of respondents believed the cyclone shelters were unsuitable and required rebuilding, citing issues such as poor transportation, dark roads, fears of theft, and inadequate shelter conditions.
Coping With Crisis: Adaptive Strategies Of Primary Schools After The 2024 Lakshmipur Sadar Flash Flood
Authors: Khondokar Sabera Hamid  , Khan Md. Hasanuzzaman
Published: December 2024

This report examines the responses of primary schools in Lakshmipur Sadar to the 2024 flash flooding event and its implications on educational access to hundreds of children. In this research paper based on qualitative evidence obtained through semi-structured interviews with teachers, Focus Group Discussions with parents, Key Informant Interviews with health and education sectors including health facility staff and education administrators, the focus was on the health and education sectors’ response. The results pinpoint health-related problems experienced after the flood, many international and national actors working together, schools acting as a dual-purpose facility and the issue of restoring education. It emphasizes the need for effective interventions focused on children’s health care and disaster management plans to prevent disruption of educational activities and health risks.
Women's Empowerment Through Microcredit in Rural Bangladesh: Evidence From Lakshmipur District
Authors: Md. Zahidul Islam  , Nishat Tasnim  , Md. Sobur Hossain  , Shammi Akter  , Md. Mehedi Hasan  , Jabun Nahar  , Mst. Sumaia Akter
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the impact of microcredit on women’s empowerment in rural Bangladesh, specifically within the Lakshmipur District. A quantitative research approach was adopted by utilizing the data collected through a structured questionnaire. The survey involved 150 women from the district with a focus on their economic activities, autonomy, and social participation. The findings reveal that most respondents (65%) engage in trading supported primarily by microfinance and NGO loans. The majority (43%) achieved annual earnings exceeding BDT 6000, yet 40% reported challenges with loan repayment. The household decision-making analysis showed that 57% of the participants exercised autonomy over financial choices.  The results suggest that 83% of the respondents were married, underscoring their motivation to improve family finances. Moreover, 93% observed positive effects on family life, highlighting the role of microcredit in promoting economic and social empowerment, despite cultural challenges. Recommendations include integrating skill development with microcredit programs and involving male family members to create a supportive environment. This study highlights the potential of microcredit while suggesting pathways to achieve more sustainable empowerment for rural women in Bangladesh.
Husband and Wife Relationship of Tabligh Jama'ah in Ambehta Mohan India and its Implications for Household Harmony from the Perspective of Mubadalah
Authors: Kashvi Fatimah Amayra
Published: December 2024

This article reveals the condition of women in Tabligh Jama'ah families where their husbands do Khurûj fī sabīlillah Khurūj. Islamic women in India are still shackled by patriarchal culture, often getting discrimination and injustice in the name of religion. This phenomenon is analyzed from the perspective of mubadalah. The purpose of this article is how is the form of husband and wife relations if the husband does Khurûj fī sabīlillah Khurūj from a mubadalah perspective and its impact on the household? This type of article is qualitative, analyzing in depth related to the relationship between husband and wife Khurûj fī sabīlillah Khurūj, this field research was conducted in Ambehta Mohan Village is a village located in Nanauta Mandal Saharanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The results of research in Ambehta Mohan Village found that, husband and wife relations in the families of Tabligh Jama'ah who do Khurūj Fī Sabīlillāh in practice the relationship is not balanced, the wife experiences a double workload, the wife does domestic work while earning a living. The practice of Khurūj Fī Sabīlillāh causes household disharmony. Indian women's equality organizations have socialized women's equality programs, but this is not easy because the patriarchal culture and caste classification in Ambehta Mohan Village are still very strong.
The Use of Mobile Phone and Social Relationships in Lagos Metropolis
Authors: Obilor Ngozi Mary
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: The use of mobile has been argued to improve social relationship by encouraging communication but, it may have only succeeded in fostering “networked individualism” which does not encourage individuals to visit or engage in physical face-to-face contact with each other or participate in social gatherings physically. This may have caused individuals to have weak social ties and pushed them into loneliness and depression. Therefore, this study investigated the impact of mobile phone use on social relationships in Lagos metropolis. The study anchored on the penetration theory of R. Higbie. This is because; it explains the role of communication on social relationships.
Methodology: The study adopted a descriptive research design and divided the state into four clusters. Mushin, Ojo, Shomolu and Badagry were selected to represent the clusters and two streets were selected from each of the local government areas to represent the entire LGA using a balloting sampling technique. Respondents were however, selected using a simple random sampling technique so as to give every individual equal chances of being represented. Using a sample calculator of 95% confidence level with a margin of error of 5 and a population proportion of 50, the study derived a sample size of 385.  48 copies of questionnaire were distributed to each of the sample location to ensure even distribution of the research questionnaire. Thus, 384 copies of questionnaire were distributed. In addition to the primary data, the study further made use of secondary data.
Findings: Findings revealed that the use of mobile phone aids communication and fosters social relationships but has affected the rate at which individuals visit or have physical interaction with each other adversely.
Conclusion: It was also revealed that though it has not affected social support, emotional support has been affected adversely. It was there recommended that individuals involve themselves in clubs and associations and also, imbibe the culture of visiting their family and friend irrespective of their busy and tight schedule.
Strategies for Improving the Utilization of E-Learning in the Teaching and Learning of Accounting in Tertiary Institutions in Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: Obidile Jacinta Ifeoma
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: The electronic learning (e-learning) as a mode of teaching and learning has come to stay in the history of tertiary institutions in Nigeria, but due to several challenges confronting its technological operations in the country, e-learning is yet to be fully implemented in the teaching and learning processes in Nigeria, including the teaching and learning of accounting. This study therefore ascertained the strategies that could be used to improve the utilization of e-learning in the teaching and learning of accounting.
Methodology: Census survey research design was used for the study. A total of 116 final year accounting students made up of 62 males and 54 females were used. A questionnaire which was validated by three experts with a reliability coefficient of 0.76 was the instrument for data collection. Data collected were analysed using mean and standard deviation for the research questions and z-test for the null hypotheses.
Findings: Findings revealed that provision of adequate IT support, provision of well-equipped ICT centre in every tertiary institution, provision of IT standard for implementation, among others were strategies for improving the utilization of e-learning.
Conclusion: Study concluded there was no significant difference in the mean ratings of the respondents on the strategies that could be used to enhance the utilization of e-learning in the teaching and learning of accounting as a result of gender. Recommendations were also proffered.
Solid Waste Disposal Practices among Hamerweyne, Mogadishu-Somalia
Authors: Ahmed Adanweli Abdullahi
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: The aim of this study was to investigate solid waste disposal practices in Mogadishu especially Hamerweyne district and specifically focused on knowledge level of population regarded to solid wastes and types of solid wastes disposal method used and it affected on health as well  in Hamerweyne district. In developing countries, improper handling and disposal of solid wastes contribute to high level of mortality and morbidity even if produce less per capita solid waste (Medina, 2002), because of cities and municipalities cannot cope up with the accelerated rate of waste production and composition in terms of technology, institutional arrangement and cost effectiveness of solid waste management (Modak et al., 2010; Zurbrügg et al., 2004).  Since the problem exist as global, particularly Africa. Thus, this paper examined Solid Waste Disposal Practices in Hamerweyne district, Mogadishu-Somalia.
Methodology: Quantitative approach used in this study followed by questionnaire with Sample size about 80 participants who were between the ages of 20 and above 43 years. They were selected through purposive sampling. Mathematically, 40 people were chosen from shop owners or businessmen and 40 participants were selected from household. Data was collected under questionnaire and analyzed in SPSS version 20.0.
Findings: The study found that knowledge level of population regarded to solid waste disposal in HW district is good. This indicated by 82.5% of respondents suggested that the knowledge level of population in HW district was good where 7.5% rated as poor.
Conclusion: It was concluded that the knowledge level of population in Hamerweyne district regarded to solid waste was good as well as population in the district had attention about risk from improper disposal of solid waste. Finally, study concluded that the disposal method used in Hamerweyne was open dumping fallowed by some people who used to dispose a waste in the water bodies. The study recommended to employee the people who are well education and skilled to improve solid waste disposal. Workers should be given enough salary, protective clothes and medical care.
Christians’ Involvement in Partisan Politics: A Necessary Evil in Contemporary Nigeria
Authors: Rotimi Odudele , Ayegunle Isaac Olusola
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: The controversy on whether Christians should take active part in politics is as old as Christian history. That notwithstanding, it is an incontestable fact that the Christian has a very significant and inalienable role to play in seeking for the desired change and the common good of the citizens. From the biblical point of view, Christians as light and salt of the world and people vested with the good news of liberation of the poor and captive, it is imperative that Christians with integrity should be involved in partisan politics and aspire to political leadership.
Methodology: The methods adopted in this study are the sociological and interactive models of enquiry in the gathering of information.
Findings: The work discovered that Christians have succeeded in many other areas of endeavours in this country and beyond, but not in the political terrain because they were discouraged from involving in partisan politics.
Conclusion & Recommendations: So, there is the need to build a great nation through integrity and effective Christians’ participation. In order to build a great nation, the Church that is the custodian of God’s righteousness should rise up to their political responsibilities and participate. It is recommended that Christians must desist from considering partisan politics as a dirty game played by deprived minds and unfit for committed Christians. Politics is therefore seen as a decent activity that should be embraced by other Christian organizations in order to achieve the needed change in contemporary society.
Teaching-Learning Paradox: A Comparative Analysis of Three Methods of Teaching Social Studies in Nigerian Secondary Schools
Authors: Ekiugbo Uche Ken Emoefe
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: This study examined the effects of using three innovative methods, presumably better than the traditional method of teaching Social Studies on secondary school students’ achievement and attitude to Social Studies. The immediate focus of this investigation has also been on the gender issue in terms of student achievement and attitudes. The aim of this study was to figure out how robust and potent or otherwise of the story telling, inquiry and guided discovery methods regarded as innovative methods as against the lecture method of teaching subject.
Methodology: The study chose a quasi-experiment research design for the prepost-test control group. All junior high school class 1 students in Ekiti and Ondo State made up the study's population. The sample consisted of 240 pupils drawn from eight coeducational schools located in the two states. A random sample of thirty pupils, fifteen males and fifteen girls, from each school was used to choose the chosen schools. There were two primary instruments used. Both the Social Studies Attitude Scale and the Social Studies Achievement Test were applied. All instruments were given content and face validity. For the instruments a test retesting method has been chosen, and an inefficient reliability of 0.70 and 0.72 respectively has been obtained.
Findings: The findings demonstrated a statistically significant variation in student accomplishment across the guided discovery, narrative, and inquiry experimental groups; the control group, which used the lecture approach and produced the lowest results, was next. The results also indicate that the mean scores on the attitude scale are not significantly different between the pretest and posttest tests.
Conclusion: It was concluded that teachers of social sciences in Nigeria's secondary schools should be greatly encouraged to use innovation methods for the training of pupils.
Christie Watson’s Tiny Sunbirds Far Away: The Dynamics of Environmental Exploitation and Ecocriticism
Authors: Adegite Adekunle
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: Environmental degradation and pollution has been a dominant motif in Niger-Delta narratives. This is apparently due to the myriad of problems facing the region as a result of the activities of oil companies exploring the crude oil in the region. Research works on the narratives from the region have however not adequately addressed the relationship between fate and environment. This study therefore examines fate and environment in Christie Watson’s Tiny Sunbirds Far Away with a view to bringing out the nexus of fate and environment and how the characters have responded to the challenges of their environment.
Methodology: This research uses Eco-criticism as the theoretical framework. Eco-criticism deals with the trends of nature in literary works. The concern of eco-critics is the place of literature in the face of climatic change and environmental problems. Watson’s Tiny Sunbirds Far Away is purposively selected because it explores the environment of the Niger-Delta towards bringing out ecological problems facing the people and the environment. The text is subjected to critical analysis.
Findings: The findings showed that the expatriates and the government reap the profits, while the people whose daily life is characterised by poverty are left disillusioned. Watson’s Tiny Sunbirds Far Away drives home the view of a first-hand experience of the Niger-Delta situation by bringing the protagonist home from Lagos and further analyses the Niger-Delta situation by revealing the effect of oil exploration as leading to unrest and militancy in the region. The expatriates exploring crude oil in the region are immune to the environmental hardship the people suffer as they live in affluence and serene environment devoid of pollution all within the same region. All these combine to make the region very restive.
Conclusion: The study concluded that without prejudice to the concept of fatalism which has characterised the narratives from the Niger-Delta region, the narrative reveals that the survival and existence of the people is a product of their continuous interaction with their environment.
Challenges and Prospects of Using Open Source Software in University Libraries in South Nigeria
Authors: Iwhiwhu Basil Enemute , Okoh Helen Ewere
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: Technology application in university libraries has become inevitable, eventually becoming the major means of information dissemination in a digital world. Information seekers are now technology savvy such that for libraries to meet up with their information needs, they have to embrace new technological trends of service delivery. Hence, this study examined the challenges and prospects of using Open Source Software in University Libraries in South - south, Nigeria.
Methodology: The descriptive research design was employed in the study with research questions raised and answered along with hypotheses tested. The population, which also served as the sample size of the study, made up of 203 library staff of selected university libraries in the region adopted the total enumeration sampling technique for the study. The instrument for data collection was the questionnaire with a reliability of 0.84 realized from a test retest statistical method. However, 195 respondents representing 96.1% was the response rate.
Findings: The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions while the hypotheses were tested using t-test statistics at 0.05 level of significance.
Conclusion: The study revealed network and server problem, lack of training and retraining of staff and constant power failure were the major challenges faced by library staff in using OSS. The prospects for enhanced OSS use in university libraries based on the findings includes the provision of adequate funds for the maintenance of infrastructure, provision of standby electric power generating set, training and retraining of staff and provision of effective internet facilities.
Synthetic Textiles Usage among Fashion Designers in Nigeria: Evaluation of Aesthetic and Expressive Qualities of Apparels for Sustainable Fashion
Authors: Azonuche Juliana Ego , Rosemary Memeh Nwaka , Nkechi Onwumah Francisca , Winifred Okoli
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: The study investigated the aesthetic and expressive qualities of apparels made from synthetic textiles as well as sewing techniques utilized among fashion designers for sustainable fashion in Nigeria. Four research questions and one hypothesis guided the study.
Methodology: Expo-facto research design was adopted for the study. The population was 8,039 subjects and a multi-stage sampling technique was used where three states were randomly selected. Then purposive sample was used to select a sample size of 45 respondents comprising nine fashion designers, 18 user models and 18 judges gave their consent to participate in the study. Data was collected with questionnaire and analyzed using percentages, mean, standard deviation and t-test at 0.05 level of significance.
Findings: Findings showed that correct sewing techniques are utilized in apparel production which include; new needles, synthetic threads, right stitches, seams and sewing machine among others. Also the aesthetic and expressive qualities of apparels were excellent and good being fashionable, beautiful, attractive with appealing style/design, fabric design construction details and colour combination as well as promote professional values, project self-image, wearer’s self-confidence, self-esteem and sense of belonging respectively.
Conclusion: In conclusion for professional look, comfort and acceptable appearance right sewing techniques are employed in apparel making. Therefore, it was recommended that fashion designers should go into large scale production of beautiful synthetic apparels to meet customers’ demand of fashionable wears.
Re-Engineering Chemistry Education for Creativity in Covid-19 Era: Impacts of Improvisation on Students’ Academic Achievement and Retention
Authors: Nnoli Juliana Nkiru , Samuel Naomi Nkiru
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: The study examines the influence of improvisation on students' academic performance and knowledge retention as a component of restructuring chemistry education to foster creativity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Methodology: The research was guided by four research questions and four hypotheses. A quasi-experimental pretest-posttest non-randomized control group design was employed. The study involved 160 SS2 chemistry students from Oyi local government area in the Ogidi education zone of Anambra State. Data was collected using the Chemistry Practical Achievement Test (CPAT). The collected data underwent test-retest analysis, establishing a reliability index of 0.82. Mean, standard deviation, and z-test were utilized to analyze the data and test the null hypothesis at a significance level of 0.05.
Findings: The findings revealed that the use of improvised materials had a significant and superior impact on students' academic performance and knowledge retention compared to standardized materials when teaching chemistry for creativity during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, no significant impact on gender was observed.
Conclusion & Recommendations: Based on these findings, it is recommended that teachers explore strategies to enhance students' science process skills, such as observation, inference, experimentation, and hypothesis formulation. Developing these skills can foster creativity among learners during the COVID-19 era and contribute to improved academic performance and knowledge retention.
Law Enforcement of Corruption Offenses on the Application of Criminal Sanctions of Deprivation of Certain Rights for State Civil Apparatus
Authors: Rusmand Fariando , Suseno Sigid , Rusmiati Elis , Perwira Indra
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: This research aims to analyze and find the urgency of the establishment of criminal sanctions of revocation of certain rights in law enforcement of corruption and the application of criminal sanctions of revocation of certain rights and to find the ideal concept of criminal sanctions of revocation of certain rights against State Civil Apparatus who commit corruption in Indonesia.
Methodology: This study employed a normative juridical method, utilizing analytical descriptive specifications through fieldwork, literature reviews, and data collection methods. Data from these sources were analyzed, including interviews with relevant parties and a variety of articles, books, journals, and laws and regulations.
Findings & Conclusion: The study shows that the urgency of applying criminal sanctions for revocation of certain rights needs to be implemented since there are still State Civil Apparatus who are proven to have committed Corruption Crimes but are still able to get the benefits from the state, namely in the form of compensation money and retirement money so that the revocation of certain rights must be applied.
An Assessment of Community Election Observers on Violence Preventions in Nassarawa Local Government Area of Kano State, Nigeria
Authors: Yahaya Jibrin Ubale
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: This study is aim at the assessment of Community Peace Observers (CPO’s) on violence prevention in Nassarawa Local Government Area Kano State, Nigeria. The study is to examine the efforts and commitment of community peace observers both participants from international communities’ observers on the prevention of violence in the area. Two objectives were set out, from which two research questions were raised in order to guide the conduct of the study.
Methodology: The research design adopted for the purpose of this research using both primary and secondary data. The data collection method has to do with review of related activities of the community election observers (CPO’s) as secondary data and conducting interviews and administering of questionnaires to some selected 20 traditional, community and CBO’s related with election management in Nassarawa local government, Kano state as a primary source of information.
Findings: The study has two major findings firstly, many political elites promotes youth election violence if they thought they cannot win election rather engage in peaceful and democratic means they choice to either rigging or destruct election processes through violence, secondly, lack of community concern over this attitudes of election violence has promote and escalate instances of election violence's in Nigeria since the return of democracy in 1999.
Conclusion and Recommendations: The paper suggested that for election to be transparent and free from violence in Nigeria, there is need for our electoral laws to punish violators and sponsors of such bad conduct to be lesson to others and there is need for extensive community engagements towards managing election violence in Nassarawa Local Government, Kano State in particular and Nigeria at large.
Integrating Cultural Diversity and Inclusion in the Acquisition of Library Resources and Services for Sustainable Development of Public Libraries
Authors: Okechukwu Ngozi Njideka , Charity Okafor Kelechi , Jacinta Chinemerem Chika
Published: December 2024

Aim of the Study: This study examines how integrating cultural diversity and inclusion in public library resources and services is crucial for their sustainable development. With diverse communities, libraries must ensure inclusivity.
Methodology: Through a literature review, it analyzes strategies for enhancing diversity, technology use, community engagement, and sustainable development.
Findings: Findings emphasize libraries' role in promoting equity, engagement, and cultural preservation. Strategies include inclusive policies, improved collections, staff cultural competence training, and tech use for diverse populations.
Conclusion: This research highlights the importance of inclusivity for libraries to support community development. It provides a framework for assessing current practices and offers recommendations to create inclusive environments. By embracing diversity, libraries can strengthen their role as community hubs fostering lifelong learning, cultural exchange, and social cohesion.
Туынды сөздердің ішкі мағыналық құрылымы
Authors: Қасым Б. , Суамбекова Г.
Published: December 2024

The article examines the semantic structure of derived words. The semantic structure of the word is considered to be a sign that shows the individuality of the language. The main method of internal semantic structure is the definition of the concept and the concept that connects the units between the internal meaning of the word and the external form. That is the only way to understand the integrity of the name. And it is distinguished that the name is formed on the basis of the internal meaning structure with the participation of the motivational process. The internal structure – the essential semantic feature of the name is analyzed. It is concluded that the internal meaning structure is the basis for the name – image. In order to fully reveal the nature of the creation of a name, attention is paid to its internal structure and the semantics of the word. From the internal structure of the word, the meaning validity of lexemes, motivation or lack of motivation of the meaning of the word comes from this.
М. Қашқаридің «Диуани лұғат-ит-түрк» еңбегіндегі есімшелер және олардың адъективтенген, заттанған тұлғалары
Authors: Ақжігітова А.О.
Published: December 2024

In the study of the history of the formation and development of the Kazakh language, ancient and middle Turkic monuments occupy a special place. The study and analysis of linguistic forms in the work of M. Kashgari «Divan lugat at-turk» is one of the urgent tasks today. Although this work has been widely studied in the literary and historical context, it has not yet been fully studied from the point of view of linguistics and the theory of Kazakh linguistics. Therefore, this article analyzes the participles in the «Dictionary» of M. Kashgari, as well as their adjectival and substantivized forms. This topic is considered for the first time in Kazakh linguistics.
М. Қашқаридың «Диуани лұғат ит-түрк» еңбегіндегі үндестік заңының қолданысы
Authors: Егизбаева Н.Ж. , Иманқұлова С.М.
Published: December 2024

The article discusses the use of harmony, the fundamental rule inherent in Turkic languages, which is the basis for word formation, in the work of Mahmud al-Kashgari «Diwani lugat it-Turk». The conclusions made about the phonological function of harmony in Turkology are discussed, and its main word-forming, prosodic function is analyzed. The works of Mahmud al-Kashgari proves that the harmony rule was widely used in the language of the Turkic peoples in the Middle Ages. By using the rule while speaking, it makes words to be convenient to pronounce and sound melodious. The article shows that affixes follow the harmony when appending to a word, that the rule is preserved in word formation and examples are given. When compiling the dictionary, Mahmud Kashgari pays attention to how many letters(sounds) words consist of, grouping them into words consisting of two, three, four, five, six, seven letters. If we take a look at the grouped words, every group follows the palatal harmony and the labial harmony. From this work that was written in the Middle Ages, it is proved that during this period the harmony rules were widely used and well established as the main characteristics of the Turkic languages.
«Дивану луғәтит түрк» тоғрисида шуардики уйғур тилидики тәтқиқатлар
Authors: Арзиев Р.У.
Published: December 2024

The article discusses the research of scientists of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in the Uyghur language about the work of Mahmut Kashgari “Diwani Lugat-it-Turk”. This dictionary was translated into Uyghur language by a group of Uyghur scholars in the early 1980s. In 2008, on the 1000th anniversary of the scientist’s birth, the dictionary was republished with corrections, including a facsimile and an index. From 1978 to 2004 alone, 240 scientific and popular science articles were published in various publications. Considering these and more recent studies available to us, it was revealed that starting from the general content of the dictionary, different thematic groups of words (12 in total), grammatical features, poems in the dictionary, proverbs, a world map and other content were written.
Бір буынды түркілік түбірлердің мағынасы (қазақ және ноғай тілдері деректері негізінде)
Authors: Асенова Айгүл
Published: December 2024

This article examines the semantic characteristics of monosyllabic common roots in the Kazakh and Nogai languages, which belong to the Kipchak branch of Turkic languages. A semantic analysis of the roots «au,» «ar,» and «at,» as considered by the scholar A. Kaidar, is conducted for these languages.  The main objective of this research is to determine the process of semantization by analyzing the common monosyllabic roots in the Kazakh and Nogai languages. The primary focus is to expand the scope of comparative linguistics, lexicology, and semantics, and to study the general laws of meaning. We explore the idea of illustrating cultural connections between Turkic languages through the semantization of monosyllabic roots in Kazakh and Nogai languages. As a result of the semantic analysis, we observed that the monosyllabic roots in Kazakh and Nogai languages have undergone significant changes over the course of historical development. These changes were influenced by various extralinguistic factors. While a particular root might retain its original meaning in one language, in the other it might develop a new meaning through a process of semantic expansion or, in some cases, lose its original meaning entirely or transform into a different sema. Today, there are many studies being conducted in the field of linguistics following new directions. However, the analysis of comparative linguistics, the study of the Nogai language, and the examination of the semantization process highlight the value of this research.
Мақал-мәтелдердегі «Cөз» ұғымының мәні
Authors: Мырзабаева Б.
Published: December 2024

In Kazakh linguistics, it is of great importance to understand the nature of the «speech» concept, revealing its essence and function by differentiation and analysis of proverbs and sayings related to speech and language. The first theoretical and practical conclusions about language and speech science are contained in Kazakh proverbs and sayings. The definition of language and speech, the characteristics and the function of speech, the connection between speaker and listener, the pragmatic relationship between speaker and listener, the influence of human speech on the listener, the aesthetics of speech, the standards used by human speech in modern speech communication are also analyzed in the article.
Proverbs and Sayings in Mahmud al-Kashgari’s Dictionary for Developing Communicative Competence
Authors: Nabi N.B.
Published: December 2024

A valuable heritage, gathering both oral and written literary traditions characteristic of Turkic peoples, is found in the written monuments that reflect the life, national identity, worldview, and ethical values of the people. These monuments serve as a core of spiritual culture, carrying essential knowledge. One of the main forms of communicative expressions that preserve cultural and spiritual information is proverbs and sayings. Proverbs, which encompass cumulative, communicative, and aesthetic functions, are found in Mahmud al-Kashgari’s famous work Divanü Lügati’t-Türk, which preserves the common proverbs of the Turkic peoples organized into semantic categories. Proverbs and sayings, according to their nature, are indispensable tools in the educational and teaching process for improving students’ speaking skills through their communicative function. As a productive form of linguistic interaction, proverbs help bring thoughts to light in a clear, impactful, expressive, and emotionally charged manner, thus facilitating the speaker’s success in achieving their intended communicative goals. In this article, the significance of developing communicative competence through language interaction is discussed in detail, and ways to enhance communicative skills through the proverbs and sayings found in the Divanü Lügati’t-Türk are explored. The research highlights the crucial role of Mahmud al-Kashgari’s written legacy in Turkic spirituality and its influence on the field of linguistics. It also analyzes various theoretical frameworks of communication proposed by different scholars, revealing the depth of the communicative competence concept and its relevance to modern society’s communication needs. Additionally, the article examines traditional and modern teaching technologies used in teaching the Kazakh language in senior classes, proposing methods for integrating these approaches into speaking activities when teaching Mahmud al-Kashgari’s proverbs. Practical examples of applying modern technologies through speaking, listening, reading, and writing tasks are provided as part of the teaching methodology for proverbs and sayings.
М. Қашқаридің «Түрік сөздігі» еңбегінің мәдени тұлғаны қалыптастырудағы маңызы
Authors: Машимбаева А.Ж. , Сулеева Г.С.
Published: December 2024

The work of M. Kashkari «Turkish dictionary» is a dictionary that has not lost its value for centuries. The article discusses the importance of the dictionary in the formation of a cultural personality. With examples from the dictionary, various characteristics necessary for positive personality behavior are analyzed. Education is the first of them. The article focuses on the idea of not only being educated, but also getting a well-mannered education. Abstract concepts related to the «concept» of culture, such as the development of science through education, being smart, becoming more humane, are widely considered in the article.