bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
882-P: Deep Learning Model for Predicting Hospital Readmission among People with Diabetes
Authors: HAI AMEEN ABDEL , WEINER MARK , PARANJAPE ANURADHA , LIVSHITS ALICE , BROWN JEREMIAH , OBRADOVIC ZORAN , RUBIN DANIEL J.
Published: May 2022

Current models for predicting 30-day readmission risk among people with diabetes vary in performance. We previously published the Diabetes Early Readmission Risk Indicator (DERRITM) , a logistic regression (LR) model with modest predictive performance (C-statistic 0.69) . The current study aims to develop a more accurate model using deep learning (DL) on electronic health record (EHR) data. We analyzed electronically abstracted data from 36,563 patients with diabetes and at least 1 hospitalization at an urban, academic medical center between 7/1/2010-12/31/2020. One hospitalization per patient was randomly selected for analysis. A DL, long short-term memory Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) was developed and compared to traditional models: LR, and Multi-layer Perceptron (MLP) . Models were developed using demographics, vitals, diagnostic and procedure codes, medications, laboratory tests, and administrative data as defined by the PCORnet Common Data Model. A look-back time of 1 year before the index hospitalization was used. Data dimensionality was reduced to 2,500 features by Singular Value Decomposition. The RNN C-statistic is significantly greater than that of the other models (Figure) . The RNN model outperforms the DERRI and is based on more generalizable EHR data. Varying the compression and time window might improve performance. RNN models may outperform traditional models at predicting readmission risk.

Disclosure

A.Abdel hai: None. M.Weiner: None. A.Paranjape: None. A.Livshits: None. J.Brown: None. Z.Obradovic: None. D.J.Rubin: Research Support; AstraZeneca.

Funding

National Institutes of Health (R01DK122073)
89-OR: Effective Real-World Usage of Artificial Intelligence–Based Decision Support System for Diabetes Management
Authors: NIMRI REVITAL , TIROSH AMIR , MULLER IDO , SHTRIT YAEL , PHILLIP MOSHE
Published: May 2022

Background: Artificial intelligence-based decision support system (AI-DSS) for frequent insulin dose adjustment was demonstrated to be effective in improving glycemic control in our previous clinical trials. We aimed to assess the effectiveness of AI-DSS in real world diabetes clinics.

Methods: Data was collected and evaluated from routine AI-DSS usage for individuals with type 1 diabetes treated at 21 diabetes clinics (in the USA and 2 in Israel) . Two analyses were made: (1) Insulin dose recommendations were compared for rate of agreement/disagreement between those suggested by the AI-DSS and the approved recommendations by health care providers (HCP) . (2) Glycemic outcomes were compared between baseline and after 3 months of AI-DSS use. Included in this analysis were individuals who had mean baseline glucose level ≥ 182 mg/dL and at least one AI-DSS recommendation within the 3-months.

Results: A total of 8 recommendations, provided to 370 individuals, were evaluated. Full agreement on the direction of insulin dose adjustments was observed in 87%, 87%, and 83% of the basal rate, carbs ratio (CR) , and correction factor (CF) pump settings parameters, respectively. Full disagreement on the direction of dose change was observed in only 0.9%, 0.5%, and 1.2% for the basal rate, CR and CF, respectively. Glycemic outcome analysis included 1 eligible individuals (mean of 1.6 recommendations within a 3-month interval) . Average sensor percentage of time in range [70-180 mg/dL] increased by 4% (p=0.003) : 43% increased time in range by more than 5% and 33% increased by 10% or more. Time in hyperglycemia [> 180 mg/dL] was reduced by 5% (p<0.01) while time in severe hypoglycemia [< 54 mg/dL] remained below 0.5%.

Conclusion: A high rate of agreement with automated insulin adjustments was observed among HCPs at academic centers who used the AI-DSS in their workflow. Glycemic control was significantly improved for sub-optimally controlled individuals already after 3-months of follow up.

Disclosure

R.Nimri: Employee; DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd., Research Support; Abbott Diabetes, Dexcom, Inc., Insulet Corporation, Medtronic, Speaker's Bureau; Eli Lilly and Company, Novo Nordisk, Stock/Shareholder; DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd. A.Tirosh: Advisory Panel; Abbott Diagnostics, AstraZeneca, Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH, Merck & Co., Inc., Novo Nordisk, Sanofi, Consultant; Bayer AG, DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd., Research Support; Medtronic, Speaker's Bureau; Eli Lilly and Company. I.Muller: Board Member; DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd. Y.Shtrit: Employee; DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd. M.Phillip: Advisory Panel; Dompé, Insulet Corporation, Medtronic, Pfizer Inc., Board Member; DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd., Consultant; QuLab Medical Ltd., Other Relationship; Dexcom, Inc., Dompé, DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd., Eli Lilly and Company, Medtronic, NG Solutions Ltd, Novo Nordisk, OPKO, Pfizer Inc., Sanofi, Stock/Shareholder; DreaMed Diabetes, Ltd., NG Solutions Ltd.
942-P: Disparities in Telemedicine Use among Pediatric Patients with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: CHAN KAREN , DEMETERCO-BERGGREN CARLA
Published: May 2022

Despite the increase in telehealth services in diabetes care during the COVID-pandemic, studies have found disparities in telemedicine (TM) use among patients. Our Diabetes Clinic currently cares for 1400 patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) with 46% being publicly insured and for 375 patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) , 88% being publicly insured. We have previously shown a significantly lower number of completed TM encounters between March and July 2020 by publicly insured patients when compared with privately insured and a threefold increase in no-shows and same day TM visit cancelations by the publicly insured group. Between January and March 2021 we surveyed families who had never attended a TM visit to better understand barriers to TM use. Of the 7patients who received care during this period, 162 (22.8%) had never attended a TM visit. Of the 39 surveyed patients, 84.6% had T1D and 15.4% had T2D. There were 46.2% who self-identified as Non-Hispanic White, 35.9% as Hispanic, 5.1% as Asian, 2.6% as Non-Hispanic Black, and 10.3% as Other. Additionally, 48.7% had public insurance, 23.1% had no EMR access and 15.4% did not speak English as their primary language. Out of patients with T1D, 63.6% used a CGM and 33.3% used an insulin pump. Reported reasons not to attend a TM visit included: preference for in-person care (43.6%) , not being offered a TM visit (17.9%) , technology issues (12.8%) , scheduling conflicts or forgetting about the appointment (17.9%) and 20.5% preferred not to provide a reason.

In conclusion, more than half of our surveyed patients with diabetes who never attended a TM visit were from racial and ethnic minority groups. The COVID-pandemic has highlighted disparities related to access to and use of technology to improve diabetes care. Our results show the importance of ensuring all families are aware of TM options and receive support with TM technology. Further research into TM perception and adoption barriers should be conducted to prevent disparities in care and to close health equity gaps.

Disclosure

K.Chan: None. C.Demeterco-berggren: None.
974-P: Implementation of Remote Continuous Data Monitoring within a Clinical Setting for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: CACCELLI MILENA , SAID YOUSEF , MOJADO JOENA FE D. , PALSKY CAROLYN , COLODETTI RAIZA , ALMARZOOQI IHSAN , HASHEMI ALI
Published: May 2022

Introduction: The challenge of managing type 2 diabetes mellitus is well known and was especially highlighted during the pandemic. Advances in the use of technology have resulted in improved glycemic control. The GluCare program uses Remote Continuous Data Monitoring (RCDM) and leverages connectivity and shifting diabetes management away from episodic care to continuous care.

Methods and Analysis: Forty type 2 DM patients were managed, with half opting "in" to monitoring using the GluCare RCDM program and half opting "out" to not be monitored. Data was collected from electronic medical reports and statistical analysis was conducted to compare clinical parameters between groups.

Outcomes: The primary outcome was the difference in mean HbA1c at 3 months follow-up between Glucare opt-in and opt-out patients with both groups managed by the same health care professional and facility. Secondary outcomes included analysis of body mass index (BMI) , LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, triglycerides (TG) , uric acid, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk reduction.

Results: According to our findings, HbA1c levels from the opt-in RCDM group decreased significantly by a mean of 2.38 points and were statistically superior than the opt-out group (p < 0.001) . The improvements in BMI, TG, and CVD risk reduction also were higher in opt-in patients (p =0.046, p=0.018, p=0.001, respectively) .

Conclusion: The GluCare RCDM opt-in group had significantly superior results in HbA1c and other metabolic parameters at 3 months follow up suggesting RCDM post first visit may be an efffective way to improve diabetes care models.

Disclosure

M.Caccelli: Speaker's Bureau; Novo Nordisk, Servier Laboratories. Y.Said: None. J.D.Mojado: None. C.Palsky: None. R.Colodetti: None. I.Almarzooqi: None. A.Hashemi: None.
979-P: Risk Factors for Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State in Youth-Onset Type 2 Diabetes
Authors: EVERETT ESTELLE M. , WISK LAUREN E. , CHAO LILY
Published: May 2022

Background: The prevalence of youth-onset type 2 diabetes (T2D) has been rising. There is a paucity of data on the risk factors for hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS) compared to diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in this population.

Methods: We used the national Kids’ Inpatient Database to identify pediatric admissions for DKA and HHS among those with T2D in years 2006, 2009, 2012, and 2016. Admissions were identified using ICD codes. We used descriptive statistics to summarize baseline characteristics and used Chi-squared test and logistic regression to evaluate factors associated with admissions for HHS compared to DKA in unadjusted and adjusted models.

Results: We found 6,8admissions for hyperglycemic emergencies in youth with T2D, of which 9.8% were due to HHS and 90.2% were for DKA. These admissions occurred mostly in youth 16-20 years old (70%) , females (52%) , who were non-White (Black 29%, Hispanic 17%) with public insurance (46%) and from the lowest income quartile (39.4%) . Most hospitalizations occurred in urban areas (82%) , southern US (47%) in private (58%) , large hospitals (61%) . In adjusted models, there was increased odds for HHS compared to DKA in males (OR 1.84, 95%CI 1.47-2.30) and those of Black race compared to those of White race (1.69, 95%CI 1.25-2.28) . There was no significant difference between those admitted for HHS compared to DKA with regards to age, other racial-ethnic groups, insurance payer, income, hospital region, size or ownership. In patients admitted with HHS compared to DKA, severity of illness (54% vs. 12.9% with major illness; p<0.001) and mortality were significantly higher (1.8% vs. 0.2%, p<0.001) .

Conclusion: While DKA represents most admissions for hyperglycemic emergencies among youth-onset T2D, those admitted for HHS had higher severity of illness and mortality. Male gender and Black race were associated with HHS admission compared to DKA. Additional studies are needed to understand the drivers of these risk factors.

Disclosure

E.M.Everett: None. L.E.Wisk: None. L.Chao: None.

Funding

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (K01DK116932, L40DK129996)
998-P: Association between Modifiable Lifestyle Behaviors and Prediabetes among Latino Adolescents with Obesity
Authors: RODRIGUEZ LUIS A. , GOPALAN ANJALI , CHANDRA MALINI , DARBINIAN JEANNE A. , GREENSPAN LOUISE , LO JOAN C.
Published: May 2022

Background: Prediabetes disproportionally affects US Latino adolescents. However, it is unclear which characteristics or modifiable lifestyle behaviors captured in the electronic health record (EHR) are associated with prediabetes among Latino adolescents. Addressing this knowledge gap was the objective of this study.

Methods: Cross-sectional data was used from 8,946 Latino adolescents ages 13-17 years in northern California with a well-child visit in 2016-20 and BMI ≥95th percentile. Characteristics and modifiable lifestyle behaviors of interest included age, gender, household language preference (English/Spanish) , neighborhood deprivation index (NDI, quartiles) , obesity class and 4 self-reported daily obesogenic behaviors captured during the visit: 1) consuming <5 servings of fruits/vegetables; 2) drinking ≥12 oz juice/soda; 3) exercising for <60 minutes; and 4) >2 hours of screen time. Prediabetes was ascertained within 1 year of the health visit and was classified as HbA1c 5.7-6.4%. Multivariate logistic regression was used to examine the association between the variables of interest and prediabetes.

Results: Among 8,946 Latino adolescents with obesity, 15.4% had prediabetes. Having class 3 obesity (OR of 2.7; [95% CI: 2.3-3.1], living in a Spanish-speaking household (1.15; 1.0-1.3) and engaging in low exercise (OR 1.12; 0.99-1.3) were all independently associated with increased odds of prediabetes, though exercise was only marginally significant at a p-value <0.1. Age, gender, NDI, and diet were not independently associated with prediabetes.

Conclusion: Among Latino adolescents with obesity, 1 in 7 had prediabetes. Our findings suggest that strategies targeting obesity and promotion of physical activity, particularly among adolescents living in Spanish-speaking households, may have the most success in preventing diabetes among Latino adolescents with prediabetes.

Disclosure

A. Gopalan: None. M. Chandra: None. J.A. Darbinian: None. L. Greenspan: None. J.C. Lo: None.

Funding

The Permanente Medical Group (TPMG) Health Care Delivery and Policy Section Pilot Award. TPMG (Delivery Science Fellowship Program) . Kaiser Permanente Northern California Graduate Medical Education Research Community Benefit Program. National Institutes of Health (T32DK11668401) .
Historic Residential Redlining and Present-day Diabetes Mortality and Years of Life Lost: The Persistence of Structural Racism
Authors: Linde Sebastian , Walker Rebekah J. , Campbell Jennifer A. , Egede Leonard E.
Published: May 2022

OBJECTIVE

The association between structural racism, as captured by historic residential redlining practices under the Home Owners’ Loan Corporation (HOLC), and present-day diabetes mortality, and years of life lost (YLL), remains unknown.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

Age-standardized mortality and YLL data were combined with historic HOLC redlining data for the city of Seattle, WA (a sample of 109 census tract–level observations) for each of the years 1990 through 2014 (25 years). Spatial autoregressive regression analyses were used for assessment of the association between an area’s historic HOLC redlining score and diabetes (and all-cause) mortality and YLL.

RESULTS

Spatial autoregressive model estimates indicate that an area’s HOLC redlining score explains 45%–56% of the variation in the census tract–level diabetes mortality rate and 51%–60% of the variation in the census tract diabetes YLL rate between the years of 1990 and 2014. For 2014, estimates indicate that areas with a unit-higher HOLC grade are associated with 53.7% (95% CI 43.3–64.9; P < 0.01) higher diabetes mortality rates and 66.5% (53.7–80.4; P < 0.01) higher diabetes YLL rate. Magnitudes of marginal effects were consistently larger for diabetes than for all-cause outcomes.

CONCLUSIONS

Results indicate sizable, and statistically significant, associations between historic redlining practices and present-day diabetes mortality and YLL rates. In addition, the persistence of these associations across the 1990–2014 period highlight a need for targeted action to undo the impact of historical redlining on current health.
Lärare talar om textanvändning – en fallstudie av skriftpraktiker i läraryrket
Authors: Ström Peter
Published: May 2022

För lärare är texter och skriftpraktiker centrala inslag i den dagliga yrkesutövningen. Syftet med den här studien är att bättre förstå läraryrket och dess förutsättningar med fokus på textanvändning, och studien söker svar på hur några lärare i skolans senare år (7–9 och gymnasiet) beskriver, uppfattar och förhåller sig till läsande och skrivande inom yrket samt hur de beskriver skriftpraktiksanknutna utmaningar och resurser. Materialet för studien består av ljudinspelade fokusgruppsamtal. Studien finner att lärarnas samtal präglas av allmängiltiga resonemang om texter och textanvändning genom att lärarna fokuserar på aspekter som är relevanta för i princip alla skrivsituationer, till exempel tydlighet och textlängd. Vidare framträder bilden av att 7–9-lärarna har ett mer kollektivt orienterat förhållningssätt gentemot yrkets skriftpraktiker än vad gymnasielärarna har. Ifråga om skriftpraktiksanknutna utmaningar ser lärarna framför allt utmaningar i skrivandet av texter som de menar har indirekt undervisningsanknytning, och särskilt beskriver de utmaningar med att formulera sig på sätt så att mottagare inte blir upprörda. Av samtalen framgår också att de resurser som lärarna ser sig ha för att utveckla kompetens att hantera skriftpraktiksanknutna utmaningar utgörs av informella strukturer, vilket är anmärkningsvärt med tanke på att de aktuella skriftpraktikerna är centrala i deras yrkesutövning. 
English abstract
Teachers discuss text usage – a case study of teachers’ opinions about literacy practices in the teaching profession
For teachers, literacy practices are central to their everyday work. The aim of this study is to better understand the teaching profession and it’s conditions with a focus on text usage. The study seeks to answer how some teachers in the school’s later years (7–9 and upper secondary school) describe, perceive and relate to professional literacy practices and how they describe literacy practices-related challenges and resources. Data consists of audio-recorded focus group discussions. Findings are that teacher’s discussions are characterized by generic perspectives on literacy practices, for example by focusing on clarity and text length. Furthermore, the teachers in years 7–9 seem to have a more collectively oriented approach to literacy practices than upper secondary teachers. In terms of challenges related to literacy practices, they focus on writing with an indirect connection to teaching, and they describe difficulties about formulating written texts in such a way that no reader gets upset. The conversations also show that the resources that the teachers perceive as available to them in developing literacy skills and for dealing with challenges related to literacy practices consist of informal support structures, which is interesting given that the relevant literacy practices  are central to their work.
Kreasi Pengetahuan Organisasi: Sebuah Kajian Kritis Teoretis terhadap SECI Model
Authors:   Universitas Lampung, Sugiono Arif , Nugeraha Prasetya ,   Universitas Lampung
Published: May 2022

Knowledge creation is something that is important and is a manifestation of dynamic capabilities that support organizations to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. So this study received the attention of many parties. The research method used is literature study with a phenomenological approach. The beginning of the study of the birth process of the organization which was dominated by the SECI model, which was developed by Nonaka & Takeuchi (1995). In its development, critical studies that complement the SECI model emerged, including the Boisot model, the EO-SECI model and the Salmador and Florin model. If we look closely, the four models are basically the result of the development of the model developed by Nonaka, with different points of study.
Technology of the Environmentally Correct Recultivation of the Mine Surface with Leaching of the Coal Enrichment Tailings
Authors:   SRSPU(NPI), Golik V.I. ,   Moscow Polytechnic University
Published: May 2022

On the territory of Donbass, more than 450 mine dumps with a volume of up to 300 million m3 and an area of 1.3 thousand hectares have a negative impact on the land, the area of which reaches 7 thousand hectares. In connection with this, an urgent task arises to involve processing waste in the production process for obtaining the end products. It is known that the coal enrichment tailings contain critical non-ferrous and rare-earth metals. However, the processing of coal enrichment tailings using traditional physical and chemical technologies does not solve the problem of mine surface reclamation due to new tailings formation. The main method of reclamation of the mine surface is the inclusion of dump materials in the natural circulation of the metal extraction. A promising direction of the development is the processing of coal enrichment tailings in the disintegrators with leaching. This will help to prevent an ecological catastrophe in the region and obtain critical products. The rational application of the theory of mechanical activation of processes, the use of the results of field observations and analysis methods at the satisfactory convergence of the theoretical and practical data, will allow to minimize the negative impact of coal processing tailings on the environment. Based on the results of comprehensive studies, the parameters of the waste-free disposal of coal tailings as the main cause of degradation of the environmental ecosystems were substantiated. The ecological and economic effect is ensured by the combination of sorting and mechanical activation of tailings of the coal preparation in the disintegrators. The recommended technology may become in demand in the development of deposits of the metal-containing technologically discovered minerals. It is used for industrial mining of uranium, copper, and gold at 12 enterprises in Russia. The proposed approach has good prospects as the only one that ensures cost-effective environmental and resource-saving production.
Konseling Kelompok Dengan Teknik Cognitive Behavior Therapy Untuk Meningkatkan Kepercayaan Diri
Authors: Sulistyowati Sulistyowati
Published: May 2022

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apakah Konseling Kelompok dengan teknik Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) dapat Meningkatkan Kepercayaan Diri Peserta Didik Kelas IX C SMP Negeri 2 Pringapus Semester Genap Tahun Pelajaran 2018/2019. Jenis Penelitian ini adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas Bimbingan dan Konseling ( PTKBK ). Subyek penelitian adalah Peserta Didik Kelas IX C SMP Negeri 2 Pringapus Tahun Pelajaran 2018/2019 yang berjumlah 26 peserta didik. PTKBK ini hanya meneliti dan melaporkan masalah yang terkait dengan meningkatkan Kepercayaan Diri melalui Layanan Konseling Kelompok dengan teknik CBT. Hasil yang diharapkan adalah merubah kepercayaan diri yang rendah menjadi lebih baik. Metode Penelitian menggunakan analisis deskriptif komparatif. Hasil penelitian dua siklus menunjukkan bahwa kepercayaan diri peserta didik mengalami peningkatan dibuktikan dengan penelitian kondisi awal kesiklus satu dan kesiklus dua. Hal tersebut membuktikan bahwa Konseling Kelompok dengan teknik CBT dapat Meningkatkan Kepercayaan Diri, dilihat dar iawal siklus 59.1 %,siklus satu 61.8%, siklus dua 68.6 %. Selain itu juga dibuktikan dengan adanya peningkatan pada layanan konseling kelompok yang dilihat dari awal siklus 53, siklus satu 63, siklus dua 77. Dalam prosentase mendapat hasil ada peningkatan 10 % dari awal siklus kesiklus satu, dan 14 % kesiklus dua.
Efektivitas Penggunaan Mobile Learning Terhadap Hasil Belajar Bahasa Indonesia Siswa
Authors: M Usman , Jumiati Jumiati , Julianti Febi
Published: May 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas penggunaan mobile learning terhadap hasil belajar bahasa Indonesia siswa kelas X SMA Negeri 10 Sidenreng Rappang. Penelitian ini menggunakan dua variabel, yaitu penggunaan mobile learning sebagai variabel bebas dan hasil belajar bahasa indonesia sebagai variabel terikat.Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas X SMA Negeri 10 Sidenreng Rappang, yakni sebanyak 65 siswa yang tersebar pada 3 kelas yaitu X IPA 1, X IPA 2 dan X IPS. Sampel ditarik sebanyak 2 kelas, yaitu X IPA 1 sebanyak 22 siswa (kelompok eksperimen) dan X IPS sebanyak 22 siswa (kelompok kontrol). Data diperoleh dari instrumen tes hasil belajar siswa, kemudian diolah dengan menggunakan aplikasi SPSS 20.0 for Windows. Dari data hasil analisis diperoleh bahwa bahwa nilai thitung sebesar 7,931 adapun nilai ttabel yaitu 2,018. Jadi thitung7,931 lebih besar dari ttabel 2,018. Dengan demikian hipotesis kerja atau hipotesis alternatif yang diajukan dalam penelitian ini yang berbunyi penggunaan Mobile Learning  terhadap hasil belajar Bahasa Indonesia siswa kelas X SMA Negeri 10 Sidenreng Rappang tahun ajaran 2020/2021 “ diterima. Sedangkan hipotesis nol atau nihil yang menyatakan bahwa : “penggunaan Mobile Learning terhadap hasil belajar Bahasa Indonesia siswa kelas X SMA Negeri 10 Sidenreng Rappang tahun ajaran 2020/2021”, ditolak.
Pemanfaatan Media Audio Visual dan Media Gambar Pada Siswa Kelas V
Authors: Setiyawan Hery
Published: May 2022

This research was conducted with the aim of knowing the average test result score as a reflection of the effectiveness of audio visual media and image media. This is based on learning outcomes that are considered less than optimal and many are still incomplete because teachers are accustomed to the use of image media in learning. The selection of audio-visual media as a way of teaching data presentation material is because it has better features than just ordinary images. This study determined the subject, namely the fifth grade students at one of the private elementary schools in Surabaya which had 34 students. The results of this study presented an average of learning outcomes in a class using audio visual media was 87.68. In another class, the average result of student learning in the class using image media obtained an average result of 79.59. The conclusion from these results is that the class that uses audio-visual media is more effective than the class that uses image media.
Analisis Kemampuan Pemecahan Masalah Matematis Ditinjau Dari Aktivitas Belajar Siswa Dalam Model RME Berbantuan Kartu Keren Pada Siswa Kelas V
Authors: Safitri Istiana , Bintoro Henry Suryo , Wanabuliandari Savitri
Published: May 2022

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kemampuan pemecahan masalah matematika ditinjau dari aktivitas belajar siswa dalam model RME melalui kartu keren pada siswa kelas V SDN 1 Gebang tahun pelajaran 2019/2020. Realistik Mathematic Education (RME) adalah suatu pendekatan pembelajaran matematika yang berawal dari masalah realistik sebagai sarana untuk mengonkretkan materi dan menghimpun konsep matematika. Langkah yang dapat dilakukan adalah memahami masalah, membuat perencanaan, melaksanakan rencana, dan melihat kembali hasil yang diperoleh. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian studi kasus. Subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas V yang dengan jumlah 6 siswa. Pengecekan keabsahan data  dilakukan dengan uji kredibilitas, tranferabelitas, dependabilitas, dan konfirmabilitas  Proses analisa menggunakan langkah-langkah yang terdiri dari pengumpulan data, reduksi data, display data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Penerapan model Realistic Mathematic Education (RME) di SDN 1 Gebang memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan dalam membantu siswa menyelesaikan permasalahan matematika tentang volume bangun ruang kubus dan balok.
Meningkatan Tanggung Jawab Belajar melalui Layanan Bimbingan Kelompok Teknik Self Management
Authors: Asmara Tejo
Published: May 2022

The research aims to see the effectiveness of using group guidance services with self management techniques for increasing learning responsibility on the students of class IX C SMP Negeri 3 Suruh, school year 2019/2020. The type of research is Guidance and Counseling Action Research. The procedures being used in the research are planning, acting, observing and reflecting. It consits of two cyles. Collecting data techniques being used are: questionnaire, observation and documentation. The result of the research shows that group guidance services with self management techniques improving learning responsibility, from average score 4.0 (low) to score 6.2 (high). Students become more responsible for learning in class, at school and during self study. It can be concluded that group guidance services with self management techniques improving learning responsibility of students.
PERLAWANAN TERHADAP KETIDAKADILAN GENDER DALAM NOVEL NAMAKU MATAHARI KARYA REMY SYLADO: PERSPEKTIF FEMINISME LIBERAL
Authors: Wicaksono Yoga Pradana , Sahayu Wening , Putri Titis Kusumaningrum Witdaryadi
Published: May 2022

Kajian ini memiliki dua tujuan. Tujuan pertama untuk mendeskripsikan bentuk ketidakadilan gender dalam novel Namaku Mata Hari. Tujuan kedua mendeskripsikan wujud perlawanan terhadap ketidakadilan gender dalam novel Namaku Mata Hari. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif dengan data penelitian berupa kata-kata, kalimat, dan ungkapan. Data diperoleh dengan teknik baca catat yang terdiri dari tiga tahap, yaitu membaca secara intensif, mengidentifikasi data, dan mengklasifikasikan data. Data divalidasi dengan uji semantis dan diuji reliabilitas dengan cara pembacaan secara berulang-ulang. Selanjutnya, data dianalisis dengan teknik hermeneutik dan heuristik dengan model analisis wacana kritis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat ketidakadilan gender dan kekerasan yang dialami perempuan dalam novel Namaku Mata Hari. Akibat kekerasan tersebut timbul perlawanan yang dilakukan tokoh Mata Hari untuk mendapatkan keadilan yang sama dengan laki-laki.
Technical training control of sportsmen’s in ballroom dances.
Authors: Osadtsiv Taras , Tokar Tetiana , Zhaylo Alina
Published: May 2022

The results of study of features of sporting activity in ballroom dance are presented in the article. The issues of control of technical training of dance couples are considered. The aim is to analyses the modern state of issue of control of technical training of sportsmen’s in ballroom dance. The group of theoretical and empiric methods was used in the study.Pedagogicalsupervisionsof 24 trainingsessions wereconducted,of which 14 – in Latin American and 10 – in Euro-pean programs in 6 clubs of sporting (ballroom) dances of Lviv, with pairs by age 12–13.A survey of 10 choreographers and 6 judges of the Highest National Category in dance sports showed that high achievements in ballroom dancing at the present stage is impossible without objective control over the physical, technical and functional training of dance couples without physiological mechanisms and patterns of control of motor actions of dancers, which requires the de-velopment of new approaches to the whole educational and training process. The conducted analysis of the dance move in Europe and Ukrainehas shown that a single control system in ballroom dance, which would take into account the evaluation of dance techniques, is just being formed. It was found that the control of technical readiness in the perfor-mance of dances of both Latin American and European programs should take into account a large number of compo-nents: the relative position of body parts, the specifics of weight distribution of the sportsman, tempo-rhythmic charac-teristics of each dance, timeliness, balance. The results of the study complement some provisions of sportsmen’stheory of training aged 12 - 13 years; they can be used in the practice of teachers-choreographers in ballroom dancing.
Supervisory Justice and Organization Target Behavior
Authors: Lee Soomin , Lee Hyewon , Sohn Young Woo
Published: May 2022

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of supervisory justice on organizational citizenship behavior towards the organization(OCBO) and counterproductive work behavior towards the organization (CWBO), and their psychological mechanism based on the concept of identification and multifoci justice. Specifically, we assumed that supervisory justice has a significant relationship with OCBO and CWBO, and also that this relationship is mediated by supervisory identification and organizational identification. Finally, we expected that supervisor’s organizational embodiment moderates the indirect effect of supervisory justice through organizational identification. The results showed supervisory justice has a significant positive relationship with OCBO and no significant relationship with CWBO. Also, when supervisory identification mediates the relationship of supervisory justice with OCBO and CWBO, supervisory justice has a significant indirect positive relationship with OCBO but no significant relationship with CWBO. On the other hand, when organizational identification mediates, supervisory justice has a significant indirect positive relationship with OCBO and a significant indirect negative relationship with CWBO. Finally, the supervisor’s organizational embodiment moderates the relationship of supervisory justice with OCBO and CWBO, based on the mediation of organizational identification. Specifically, the mediation effect for OCBO was strengthened positively, and the meditation effect for CWBO was strengthened negatively. The results of this study showed a differential effect according to the object in which identification is formed in the process of transferring supervisory justice to behavior toward the organization. Based on these results, we presented the implication and limitations of this study.
On experiences in monitoring molluscs (Mollusca) in the area of Duna-Dráva National Park
Authors: Héra Zoltán
Published: May 2022

Researching Mollusc fauna forms part of biomonitoring investigation in the Duna-Dráva National Park aiming study of protected and invasive species, water and terrestrial fauna. As a result of this investigation, the occurance of new protected species Vertigo angustior Jeffreys, 1830, Vertigo moulinsiana Dupuy, 1840 or their accurate habitat in this area have become known. Recording frequency circumstances of basic fauna and expansion of newly introduced species Potamopyrgus antipodarum (Gray, 1843), Arion lusitanicus Mabille, 1868, Anodonta woodiana (Lea, 1834) - is repeated every year.
Effects of Genotype and Quantitative Feed Restriction on the Post-weaning Growth Traits of Rabbits
Authors: Isaac Ugwumba Chijioke , Kalu Eme Ude , Oriaku Jennifer Onyinyechi , Ogwuegbu Mercy Chisara , Ezea Jonas , Obike Onyemauchechi Mercy
Published: May 2022

The purpose of this paper is to determine the effects of four genotypes and four different quantitative feeding regimes on the post-weaning average feed intake (AFI), body weight (BW), weight gain (WG) and feed conversion ratio (FCR) of 48 unsexed weaner rabbits. At weaning, a total of 3 rabbits from each genotype considered, namely the purebred Chinchilla and New Zealand White (CH x CH, NZW x NZW) and their reciprocal crossbreds (CH x NZW, NZW x CH), were randomly assigned to four feeding regimes: ad libitum concentrate + ad libitum forage (A), ad libitum concentrate + 30% restricted forage (B), 30% restricted concentrate + ad libitum forage (C), and 30% restricted concentrate + 30% restricted forage (D). The data were subjected to a two-way analysis of variance in a completely randomized design appropriate for a 4x4 factorial experiment. The experiment was conducted over a period of 5 weeks: from 7 to 11 weeks post-weaning. The AFI values obtained from the interactions between CH x CH and the C feeding regime at 7 weeks post-weaning (366.50 ± 1.50 g), and between NZW x NZW and the B feeding regime at 8 weeks (324.00 ± 1. 00 g) and 10 weeks post-weaning (336.50 ± 0.00 g) were similar, but differed significantly (P < 0.05) from the rest. The lowest significant AFI values (P < 0.05) at all ages and FCR values (3.46 ± 0.33) at 9 weeks post-weaning were obtained from NZW x NZW, whereas the highest BW values at 9-11 weeks post-weaning was obtained from CH x CH. The lowest significant AFI values (P < 0.05) were recorded in the B feeding regime at 7-11 weeks post-weaning, as well as the highest BW and WG values in the A feeding regime at 8–11 and 11 weeks post-weaning, respectively. Moreover, the highest significant BW values (781.25 ± 7.83) were recorded in the C feeding regime at 7 weeks post-weaning. It was concluded that the interactions between CH x CH and the C feeding regime and between NZW x NZW and the B feeding regime can significantly reduce the overall feed intake, thus invariably increasing profit in rabbit production.
Analysis of Wet Periods in Vojvodina Province Using Standardized Precipitation Index
Authors: Stajić Milica , Vranešević Milica , Bezdan Atila , Blagojević Boško
Published: May 2022

In this study, wet periods were analyzed using the Standardized Precipitation Index (SPI) on timescales of 3, 6 and 12 months (SPI3, SPI6 and SPI12) at eight stations in Vojvodina Province during the period 1971-2019. The obtained results show that there were very wet years in the observed period, so that regular maintenance of drainage channels is of great importance. Also, in order to illustrate the wet periods for the area of Vojvodina, maps for a timescale of 6 months (SPI6) were made for the vegetation season (April-September) of 2010. By analyzing the maps, it can be concluded that there were four categories of humidity conditions occurring in the observed period – from normal humidity conditions through moderate to very humid and extremely humid conditions.
Determinants of Adoption of Integrated Pest Management Practices Among Maize Farmers in Southwest Nigeria
Authors: Olasunkanmi Nuren Olawole , Ogunwande Isaac Olusegun , Thompson Olaniran Anthony , Afolabi Jimoh Atanda , Sofoluwe Nurudeen Afolabi
Published: May 2022

The purpose of this study is to examine the determinants of integrated pest management (IPM) adoption among maize farmers in Southwest Nigeria. A multistage sampling technique was used to collect information from 360 respondents (namely 180 adopters and 180 non-adopters of IPM) from Osun and Ekiti States, Nigeria. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistics and probit regression models. The descriptive statistics results obtained on the respondents’ awareness of IPM practices indicate that a majority (74.2%) of the respondents are aware of IPM practices. Most of the respondents (98.9%) were categorized as adopters of IPM. The probit regression analysis results revealed that the respondent’s gender, farm size, access to enough credit, land ownership and the environmental impact of IPM were significant coefficients, potentially increasing the adoption of IPM at various levels. The findings obtained suggest that the government and financial institutions should assist farmers by offering readily available loans at a low or no interest rate and by making essential inputs available to farmers at a subsidize rate.
Biopesticides in Organic Agriculture
Authors: Golijan-Pantović Jelena , Sečanski Mile
Published: May 2022

The central issuses in organic agricultural production are related to the plant protection sector. As the use of synthetic pesticides is not allowed in the organic system of agricultural production, biopesticides are considerd a natural, safe and environmentally friendly alternative. The purpose of this study is to identify the most important biological agents used as biopesticides in organic agriculture through a review of the relevant literature. Biopesticides are compounds made from microorganisms and various natural materials of plant and animal origin. Biological protection also includes the use of extracts of different plant species (such as essential oils) that have toxic effects on plant pathogens. This paper accounts for the most important types of biopesticides based on bacteria, fungi and viruses, which are licensed for use in the Republic of Serbia according to the Law on Organic Agriculture. Their mechanisms of action, possibilities of application and efficiency are described in the present study. The bacterium Bacillus subtilis is the most studied bacterial species used in biological protection, whereas the species Bacillus thuringiensis is predominantly used for the control of harmful insects. There is no doubt about the need for alternative protection systems in the future, which necessitates further scientific research. A sound application of biopesticides in combination with preventive protection measures would meet the requirements of safe agricultural production.
Breeding ecology of the northern shoveller (Spatula clypeata) in Tiffech Lake (Souk Ahras, Northeastern Algeria)
Authors: Touarfia Moundji , Boukrouma Nadhra
Published: May 2022

The breeding behavior of Northern Shoveler (Spatula clypeata) was studied from January 2019 to March 2021 in Tiffech lake, an artificial wetland, in Souk Ahras Province, Northeastern Algeria. On this ecosystem, egg-laying occurred from earlier January to mid-March. In this study, there was a positive correlation between the egg-laying period and the number of active nests. The mean incubation period was 36.0 days. Clutches started later in the season and had a shorter incubation duration than early clutches. Hatching success amounted to 79.2% (n= 52 nests) and hatching success from eggs 37.6. In this study we measured water depth to control differences in habitats availability for the species, we speculate that differences in food abundance, water depth, and behavioral strategies during the breeding season collectively influence the selection of breeding habitat.
First knowledge of baculum size in males of the mound-building mouse (Mus spicilegus Petényi 1882) from Slovakia
Authors: Csanády Alexander
Published: May 2022

In this study was quantified bacular size, variation, and allometry in mound-building mice (Mus spicilegus) from the western Carpathians (Slovakia). The study presents the first knowledge of morphological variation in three baculum traits based on the analysis of 11 adult and 60 subadult males. According to descriptive statistics, bacula are variable in size. Despite the small number of adult individuals, the Mann-Whitney test indicated significant differences (p < 0.05) in proportions between age groups. However, to confirm these results, larger numbers of adults and subadults will need to be tested in the future.
Brain metastases revealing primary pulmonary soft part sarcoma
Authors: Somrani Kaouther , Gader Ghassen , Zehani Alia , Rkhami Mouna , Bahri Kamel , Zammel Ihsen , Badri Mohamed
Published: May 2022

Alveolar soft part sarcoma (ASPS) is a rare mesenchymal soft-tissue tumour. It commonly arises in the lower extremities in adults and the head and neck in children. Primary pulmonary involvement, without evidence of soft tissue tumour elsewhere, is very rare. We present the seventh case ever reported in the literature of primary ASPS of the lung, which was revealed by brain metastases in a 28-year-old male patient. The parietal brain tumour was resected. The radiological and histological study led to the diagnosis: metastasis of an alveolar sarcoma. The patient then had brain radiotherapy and chemotherapy. Using this case as a starting point, we reviewed the characteristics and the main therapeutic options in these uncommon neoplasms.
Case of severe treatment resistant cryptogenic organising pneumonia
Authors: Grigoravičius Domas , Žurauskas Edvardas , Gruslys Vygantas , Zablockis Rolandas , Danila Edvardas
Published: May 2022

Cryptogenic organising pneumonia (COP) is a rare interstitial lung disease with different onset of symptoms, which responds rapidly to glucocorticoid treatment. We present a case of COP which manifested as progressive 3-year dyspnoea that has led ultimately to acute respiratory failure. Moreover, treatment with prednisone for this patient exhibits slow onset of the effect.
The unpredictable diagnosis of pulmonary nodules
Authors: Fănică Aida-Andreea , Rohan Ileana , Mihălţan Florin Dumitru
Published: May 2022

Pulmonary nodules are single or multiple rounded opacities with a size of minimum 1 cm diameter visualised in the lung parenchyma. From an anatomopathological point of view, they can be benign or malignant. Most often, these nodules are asymptomatic or with minimal symptoms. Now, we present the case of a 62-year-old patient, a smoker, with exposure to occupational respiratory noxious (cellulose industry – 10 years and printing industry – 30 years) without significant personal respiratory pathological history. He has dyspnoea on moderate exertion, irritable cough, myalgia, arthralgia and physical asthenia. The physical examination reveals the presence of a right bayonet sign. Biologically, an inflammatory syndrome was present, the urine test shows no pathological changes, but the imaging is intriguing. On the other side, the imagistic workup [chest X-ray and computed tomography (CT) scan] was quite surprising: micro/macronodular opacities with variable wall thickness, irregular contours and a tendency to confluence at the bilateral lower lobes level. A bronchoscopy was also performed with bronchioloalveolar lavage (BAL) in the right upper lobe (RUL) and bronchial biopsy at the level of the right upper ventral. The hypotheses are multiple: pulmonary rheumatoid nodules, polyangiitis with granulomatosis, lymphangitis carcinomatosis and tuberculosis. Thoracic surgery determined the diagnosis.
Spatiotemporal Correlation Between Railway Transport Development and Land Use
Authors: Oluwakoya Adeniyi Olufemi , Ogundipe Seun David
Published: May 2022

Rail transport developments seem to offer tremendous benefits to land use and spatial development. As the development of rail lines induces land use growth and development. However, the veracity of this claim remains unclear in the context of Nigeria rail resuscitation efforts. This research intends to examine the correlation between rail development and land use in Nigeria. The association between state population characteristics, rail line development, population density, and square kilometres is examined. The methodology comprises both qualitative and quantitative designs. The correlation coefficients are used to establish a relationship between the parameters used in the research. The study reveals that spatial development and land uses are greatly influenced by rail transportation infrastructure provision in the state with a rail line. The analysis reveals a positive relationship between rail line development and population density. Therefore, more investment and better management are needed to facilitate nationwide rail transportation links.
Access of Technology as a Mediator on Access to Finance to Drive Business Innovation in Small to Medium-Sized Enterprises
Authors: Mohammed Kafaji
Published: May 2022

This study assesses the role played by access to finance as an indirect stimulant of business development and economic growth. The ‘access to technology is considered as a mediator in analyzing growth. A dataset that spans five years was gathered from small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in different sectors, was analyzed as panel data through fixed and random effect regression estimation models. The results showed that access to technology playing marked role in mediating the relationship between access to finance and the adopted process sophistication. The results further showed that while access to finance is crucial driver for development in emerging economies, the access to technology seem to play more active role through stimulated growth owing to incremental improvements in business process sophistication. This study finds that multiple factors stemming from a firm’s access and use of newer forms of technology can play an essential role in generating these results, in particular the more straightforward access to finance. These findings were analyzed and interpreted under conditions that control for standard macroeconomic economic growth factors. The conclusions support policy decisions of governmental agencies that aim to improve financial support services and facilitate ease of access to cutting edge technologies.