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THE IMPACT OF IRANIAN FILMS AND TELEVISION SERIES ON TURKISH AND AZERBAIJANI INBOUND TOURISTS
Authors: Salehi Hassan , Lam Adam
Published: November 2024

Recently, Iran has employed different methods to attract international tourists, with film tourism emerging as one of the most effective strategies, owing to the export of television (TV) series and films. With this tool and approach, Iran increased the number of tourists and became a unique country to visit owing to the shared language, culture, and special geographic location with over 15 countries, including two independent and disconnected states in Iraq, Azerbaijan, Kurdistan, and Nakhichevan, alongside 27 heritage sites. Iran achieved remarkable success in exporting TV series and films. The ‘film-induced tourism effect’, which refers to the increase in demand for travel to Iran, is widely thought to be one of the most significant outcomes of exporting TV series and films. This relatively new field explores how TV series and films affect travel demand. The main purpose of this study is to analyse the impact of TV series broadcasting in other countries with cultural similarities such as language. For this, we examine the influence of Turkish and Azerbaijani citizens visiting Iran. The results indicate that visitors from both countries were affected by Iranian TV series post-2018.
REALISM AND COMPOSITIONAL REPRESENTATION OF REALITY : AN ANALYSIS OF THE MANIPURI DOCUMENTARY FILM “FRIED FISH CHICKEN SOUP AND A PREMIERE SHOW”
Authors: Nepram Sonia , Khan Thouba Nawaz
Published: November 2024

The debate around realism in documentary cinema has evolved significantly over the years reflecting broader shift in filmmaking techniques, compositional forms, audience expectation, cultural and political contexts. The realms of realism and compositional documentary have been in a constant state of flux, each genre pushing the boundaries of what is considered truth, authenticity, and artistic expression thereby blurring the lines between reality and fiction, and challenging the traditional notions of documentary filmmaking. Several Manipuri documentary films have made endeavors of recreating the reality through their representation on cinematic canvas. Depicting Manipur’s cinematic journey and its socio-political context in a compositional form, the documentary film “Fried Fish, Chicken Soup, and a Premier Show” (2012) relies heavily on editing with found footage and presents an even greater challenge with the inclusion of historical narratives. It intricately combines observational account of a film crew at work during the filming of the Manaobi MM’s Manipuri feature film “21st Century Gee Kunti” (2010) with intertitles, archival footage etc. to depict the history of Manipur. This paper explores the realism and compositional representation of reality in the film which skillfully blends diverse elements to document the trend of change and transformation within the cinematic landscape and the lived reality of Manipuri society in transition.
An Umbrella Literature Review on Aortopathy and Fluoroquinolone Use
Authors: Macido Antony
Published: November 2024

Background: Aortic dissection and aortic rupture are critical vascular events often predisposed by aneurysmal dilation of the aorta. The use of fluoroquinolone has been associated with aortic dissection and aortic rupture, necessitating a careful clinical review before use. Despite black box warnings, fluoroquinolones continue to be one of the commonly prescribed antibiotics.   Critical care providers, specifically those who work in close association with high-volume aortic centers, can play an active role in antibiotic stewardship in the use of fluoroquinolones in patients with a known or predisposition to aortopathy.
Aim: This paper provides a brief review of the potential effects of fluoroquinolones on the development of aortic aneurysm, dissection, and or rupture and the cautions to be exercised when using fluoroquinolones, especially in people who are predisposed to developing aortopathies.
Methods: A rapid umbrella review was conducted on the effects of fluoroquinolones on aortopathy and the potential for acute aortic events associated with their use. The PICO (Population, Intervention, Comparator, Outcome) strategy coined the research question. It is as follows:  In patients with known aortopathy or a known risk of aortopathy, what are the risks of an acute aortic event from taking fluoroquinolones compared to other antibiotics? A meta-analysis was done with selected studies utilizing a random effects model (utilizing Statsdirect software), which showed a pooled effect that favored the association of fluoroquinolones with aortopathy.
Findings:  Meta-analysis results showed a pooled effect that favored the association of fluoroquinolones with aortopathy.
Discussion: Fluoroquinolone use potentiates the risk of developing aortic aneurysm and aortic dissection. Despite published evidence and warnings from manufacturers and regulatory bodies, fluoroquinolone use continues to be a covert contributor to the development of aortopathy.
Conclusion: The literature reports multiple instances of fluoroquinolone-induced aortopathy. As such, fluoroquinolones should be reserved for use in situations where their benefits clearly outweigh the risks.
Does the intrinsic chemoresistance profile modulate the efficacy of neoadjuvant chemotherapy in breast cancer patients?
Authors: Lichtenfels Martina , Souza Alessandra Borba Anton de , Marques Bianca Silva , Nyland Francine Hickmann , Marcolin Júlia Caroline , Farias Caroline Brunetto de , Frasson Antônio Luiz , Pedrini José Luiz
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study aimed to validate the efficacy of an in vitro chemoresistance platform, BioversoÒ, to demonstrate tumor resistance in breast cancer (BC) patients with partial response to neoadjuvant chemotherapy (NACT). Methodology: Patients with primary invasive BC and who presented residual disease (RD) after NACT were included. Fresh tumor samples were collected during biopsy or surgery and dissociated to obtain the tumor cells. The tumor cells were cultured in the BioversoÒ, with eight cytotoxic drugs, and after 72 h, cell viability was evaluated. The test result is defined as low, medium, and high resistance. Results: Seven primary tumors and 26 RD after NACT were tested in the chemoresistance platform. Of the RD cohort, 42.3% exhibited triple-negative BC (TNBC) followed by 30.7% of Luminal. A predominant fraction (61.5%) had received a regimen of doxorubicin, cyclophosphamide, and paclitaxel. A marked high resistance was observed across all tested drugs (mean of high resistance: 88% taxanes, 51% anthracyclines, 72% platins, 27% cyclophosphamide, and 67% gemcitabine). Of these patients, 11.5% experienced local recurrence, 23% developed metastases, and 3 (11.5%) patients died from disease progression. We also tested seven primary tumors that were referred to NACT. One (14.3%) achieved pathological complete response (pCR), one (14.3%) had downstaging with residual microinvasion, and five (71.4%) exhibited a poor response. In the chemoresistance platform, the tumors with poor response to NACT presented higher rates of medium-high resistance to the administered drugs. Indeed, they also have a more resistant profile for the eight cytotoxic drugs tested. Conclusion: The preliminary finding highlighted the efficacy of BioversoÒ, in demonstrating distinct drug resistance patterns in BC, suggesting a role of intrinsic resistance in the suboptimal response to NACT that could influence the worse prognosis of patients.
Scenario of breast reconstruction in the unified health system in Brazil
Authors: Ferreira Filho Darley de Lima , Ferreira Thais de Lucena , Ferreira Nancy Cristina Ferraz de Lucena
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study evaluated the number of breast reconstructive surgeries performed in the SUS, in the period from January 2019 to January 2023, making a comparative analysis between mastectomies and breast reconstructions performed in the same period, in addition to observing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on a possible reduction in the number of breast reconstructive surgeries in the SUS after the year 2020. Methodology: It is a retrospective, cross-sectional, and descriptive study of available records of Health Centers linked to the Unified Health System, including data collection regarding the number of mastectomies and reconstructive breast surgeries performed in Brazil. Data were extracted from DATASUS. Results: In the period observed, 13,609 breast reconstruction surgeries after mastectomy with breast implants were recorded; 59,325 were non-aesthetic female breast plastic surgeries and 54 were bilateral reconstructive breast plastic surgeries, including bilateral silicone breast implants and silicone breast implants. There were also 288,599 radical mastectomies with axillary lymphadenectomy in oncology; 24,591 radical mastectomies with lymphadenectomy and 50,524 simple mastectomies in oncology; and 17,119 simple mastectomies. Therefore, we found a total of 380,833 radical breast oncological surgeries. When we take into account the year in which the procedures were performed, we noticed a trend toward a lower number of surgeries between the years 2020 and 2021, which may be related to the period of the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2019, 103,802 radical breast surgeries were performed with 20,312 reconstructive surgeries in total, while in 2020 and 2021, 89,958 and 86,085 mastectomies were performed, with 13,730 and 15,389 reconstructive surgeries, respectively. Conclusion: We found a rate of 19% of reconstructive surgeries in relation to radical surgeries for breast cancer, which corroborates data from the national literature. We believe that better training of surgeons who provide care in the SUS, as well as a better subdivision of medical teams, forming groups responsible only for reconstructive surgeries, can increase the number of immediate reconstructions, without jeopardizing the treatment of less aggressive cases with surgery of less complexity.
BRCA1 AND BRCA2 germline pathogenic variants in Brazilian breast cancer patients from a private oncologic service in Goiânia, Goiás
Authors: Oliveira Leandro Gonçalves , Lima Ana Claudia Gonçalves , Abreu Deidimar Cássia Batista , Oliveira Felipe Marcio Araújo , Marques Lays Costa , Gusmão Danilo Araújo de , Pinto Sebastião Alves , Saddi Vera Aparecida
Published: November 2024

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the clinical and pathological characteristics of a group of breast cancer (BC) patients presenting germline pathogenic variants (PV) in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. Methodology: This descriptive study was approved by the Research Ethics Committee of PUC Goiás and comprised the retrospective analysis (clinical, genetic, and histopathological) of patients with BC and PV in BRCA1/BRCA2 genes, treated at a tertiary oncologic service. Results: Among 52 patients, 51 were women. The average age for the group was 42.3 years (±11.8 years). An expanded germline genetic panel was performed in 88.6% of the cases, resulting in 29 BRCA1 PV (55.8%) and 23 BRCA2 PV (44.2%). The median time between BC diagnosis and genetic testing was 3 months. Genetic testing was performed before surgery in 72.0% of the patients with a BRCA1 PV and in 39.0% of those with a BRCA2 PV. The histological type was carcinoma without other specifications in 86.5% of cases and 48% presented histological grade 3. Among BRCA1 PV, estrogen receptors (ER) were negative in 79% and ER >10% in 78.3% among BRCA2 PV. Cancer in the contralateral breast was detected in 15.4% of the patients. Prophylactic contralateral mastectomy and salpingo-oophorectomy were performed in 73.0% and 57.7% of patients, respectively. With a follow-up period of at least 3 years in 78.8% of the patients, 92.3% were alive and four deaths were recorded, all of which occurred in patients with a BRCA2 PV, and of these, three evolved with progressive disease in the central nervous system. Conclusion: This is the largest retrospective epidemiological study including BC with BRCA1 and BRCA2 PV in the Central-West region in Brazil and one of the largest institutional series of BC patients with BRCA1 and BRCA2 PV in the country. With public policies that improve access to genetic testing in Goiás, new data are expected.
Analysis of biopsychosocial aspects of breast cancer survivors and apparently healthy women
Authors: Marques Vitor Alves , Santos Wanderson Divino Nilo dos , Alves Rafael Ribeiro , Oliveira Ellen Gomes de , Noleto Flavia Batista Gomes , Rodarte Tatiane Nunes da Silva , Silva Naiany Pereira , Vieira Carlos Alexandre
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study aimed to compare the biopsychosocial aspects of breast cancer survivors with apparently healthy women. Methodology: In the study, 62 women were participated and separated into group breast cancer survivors (BCS) (n=32; age: 52.93±8.95 years) and control group (CG) with apparently healthy women (n = 30; age: 52.16 ± 7.59 years). The functional performance was evaluated by the DASH, the kinesiophobia was evaluated by the Tampa Scale, the quality of life was evaluated by the EORTC BR23, and fatigue was evaluated by FACT B+4. The inclusion criteria for both groups were being in menopause and not participating in any regular resistance exercise program in the last 6 months. For the BCS group, the criteria were having undergone mastectomy or breast quadrantectomy and not having metastasized. Data normality was assessed by the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test. Pearson’s correlation was used to evaluate the relationship between variables with normal distribution, while the Spearman correlation was used for variables without normal distribution. Statistical significance was set at p ≤ 0.05. Results: There was a significant difference between groups on functional performance (BCS: 17.05±2.11; CNT: 2.61±6.22; p <0.001) and kinesiophobia (BCS: 40.50±10.14; CNT: 36.16±6.87; p=0.05), quality of life (BCS: 1.71±0.59; CNT: 1.07±0.36, p<0.01), and fatigue (BCS: 80.68±12.46; CNT: 88.53±11.56, p=0.013). Conclusion: The current results suggest the breast cancer survivors showed lower results of functional performance, kinesiophobia, quality of life, and fatigue in comparison with the women’s apparent health.
Epidemiologic analysis of mammographies and the pandemic impact on the early detection of neoplastic lesions in Tocantins from 2020 to 2023
Authors: Duarte Ianny Keruly Damião Pessoa , Paz Cândida Verônica de Andrade , Santos Eduarda Martins dos , Viana Karoline Nunes Rodrigues , Nascimento Tássia Aimê Teixeira , Silva Jascyone Barbosa da , Camargo Rafael Pereira , Anjos Fabiana Cândida Queiroz Santos
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study aimed to analyze the number of screening mammograms and the results obtained in the female population from 50 to 69 years old in the state of Tocantins during the pandemic and post-pandemic period. Methodology: This is a quantitative and comparative study from the pandemic period of 2020/2021 and the post-pandemic period of 2022/2023. Data were collected from the Cancer Information System (SISCAN/DATASUS) of women from 50 to 69 years old, comparing the mammography results from the pandemic and post-pandemic period. Results: During the pandemic, 9601 mammographies of women from 50 to 69 years old were performed considering the classified results by the Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) in comparison with the total of 12,208 mammographies in post-pandemic in the same conditions, representing an add of 27.1%. Considering the categories with major relevance, BI-RADS 0 has an increase of 33.57%, BI-RADS 4 with a rise of 100%, and BI-RADS 5 with an accrual of 27.77% in the post-pandemic interval. This increase in both categories with major malignity has an add of 85.71%. Furthermore, BI-RADS 1, 2, and 3 showed an increase of 25.5%, gathering most women in the screening age, and BI-RADS 6 with follow-up in two patients. Conclusion: A significant increase was observed in the detection of suspected lesions when bringing expressive accrual results in more malignancy categories in post-pandemic, demonstrating a bigger detection in advanced cases that result in biopsy and follow-up with hormone therapy and chemotherapy. It is necessary to emphasize health prevention to identify women who do not take back their needs and the periodicity of mammography recommended by the government.
The use of latissimus dorsi myocutaneous flap in locally advanced breast carcinoma
Authors: Branquinho Luciano Ipólito , Magnabosco Wesley Justino , Haikel Raphael Luiz , Vieira René Aloísio da Costa , Oliveira Junior Idam de
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the impact of the latissimus dorsi (LD) muscle myocutaneous flap in closing moderate to large chest wall defects in locally advanced breast carcinoma. Methodology: This study was approved by the Ethics Committee under number CAAE: 45093521.3.0000.5437. A retrospective study was performed during 2011– 2019 at a Tertiary Oncology Hospital, in patients submitted to mastectomy, and LD was necessary for chest wall closure. Tumor characteristics, resected area, surgical complications, and recurrence were evaluated. Results: During this period, 22 patients underwent mastectomy associated with the use of LD. Given the indication, 10 were after neoadjuvant chemotherapy, 10 aimed at locoregional control in the presence of recurrence or metastasis, and 2 aimed at treatment. The majority of tumors were triple-negative (n=10) and luminal HER+ (n=5). Eight of the 14 patients undergoing chemotherapy experienced disease progression during treatment. The intention of the surgery was hygienic (n=9), curative (n=7), or palliative, aiming at locoregional control (n=6). The main complications were dehiscence (n=7); flap necrosis (n=6), requiring debridement and suturing; and back seroma (n=4). Surgery allowed local control in 90.9% (20/22) of patients. We observed eight locoregional recurrences, two of which were local. The average follow-up was 21.1 months. During the follow-up period, 16 patients died, with actuarial survival at 24 and 60 months being 36.4% and 22.7%, respectively. Conclusion: The LD is a safe flap, easy to construct, and useful in primary synthesis after extensive post-mastectomy resection. It presented a high complication rate, but with a simple and effective resolution, allowing a high local control rate, in patients with biological tumors and an unfavorable prognosis.
Analysis of malignity rates of percutaneous biopsy in lymph nodes of breast cancer patients
Authors: Teixeira Marina Diogenes , Mattar Andre , Amorim Andressa Gonçalves , Antonini Marcelo , Ramos Marcellus do Nascimento Moreira , Damous Luciana Lamarao , Lopes Reginaldo Guedes Coelho , Gebrim Luiz Henrique
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study aimed to analyze the inconclusive rates of fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNA) and core needle biopsy (CORE) performed in suspicious lymph nodes for breast cancer metastasis according to the anatomical location of biopsies and the type of needle used, verifying which technique was preferred. Methodology: A retrospective study was conducted by evaluating the database of patients treated in a public hospital in São Paulo, Brazil. Women submitted to ultrasound-guided percutaneous biopsy of lymph nodes from May 2015 to November 2019 were included in the study. The data were analyzed using IBM-SPSS version 27 and Microsoft EXCEL version 2010. Results: A total of 499 biopsies were performed, and the mean age of the women was 54.2 years (SD±11.9) in the CORE group and 53.4 years (SD±11.8) in the FNA group (p=0.619). According to the anatomical location, 385 were axillary (77.2%), 62 were supraclavicular (12.4%), 48 were cervical (9.6%), and 4 were infraclavicular (0.8%). Regarding the type of needle, 393 were CORE (78.8%) and 106 were FNA (21.2%). When analyzing the results of the FNA, 38 (35.8%) did not present enough material, 31 (29.2%) were positive, 32 (30.2%) were negative, and 5 (4.8%) showed atypical cells. Among the 393 CORE performed, 255 (64.9%) were positive, 132 (33.6%) were negative, 1 (0.3%) showed atypical cells, and 5 (1.3%) had no representative material. No complications were reported after the procedures. Conclusion: CORE was the preferred diagnostic technique in our center, being considered a feasible procedure to evaluate lymph nodes in different sites and with low rates of inconclusive results by insufficient material. In the future, studies evaluating indirect costs may confirm the feasibility of CORE in patients with suspicious lymph nodes in terms of obtaining greater agility and resolutive conduct in the public healthcare system.
Comprehensive analysis of TWIST1 in breast cancer and other carcinomas: an association with prognosis and tumor microenvironment
Authors: Pires Bruno Ricardo Barreto , Rohan Paulo , Borges-de-Almeida Caroline , Silva Rafael Cardoso Maciel Costa , Binato Renata , Abdelhay Eliana
Published: November 2024

Objective: Metastasis is the main cause of death in patients with carcinomas. This process depends on a phenotypic alteration known as epithelial–mesenchymal transition (EMT), regulated by transcription factors (TFs), including TWIST1, whose increased levels have been described in several carcinomas, including breast cancer. However, a comprehensive analysis of its expression to elucidate its predictive value still needs to be performed. This study aimed to understand the prognostic value of TWIST1 expression and its biological relevance for tumor microenvironment (TME) in breast cancer and other carcinomas. Methodology: Initially, we conducted Kaplan-Meier analyses using patient data from TCGA of breast cancer (BRCA) and their PAM50 intrinsic subtypes, as well as the other types of carcinomas. For those groups whose TWIST1 levels were associated with a poor prognosis, we conducted the deconvolution analyses using the XCELL algorithm followed by Spearman correlation analysis (p <0.05) between TWIST1 levels and estimation of TME infiltrating- -cell types. Results: Survival analysis showed that high expression of TWIST1 is associated with poor prognosis in the Luminal B breast cancer subtype (BRCA-LumB; p=0.0127), HER2 breast cancer subtype (BRCA-Her2; p=0.022), clear cell renal cell carcinoma (KIRC-ClearCell; p=0.0004), kidney renal papillary cell carcinoma (KIRP-Papillary; p=0.0002), lung adenocarcinoma (LUAD-AdenoNOS; p=0.016), stomach adenocarcinoma diffuse (STAD-Diffuse p=0.0061), and intestinal (STAD-Intestinal; p=0.0013). In addition, TWIST1 levels revealed a clear correlation with TME-infiltrating cells, demonstrating a positive correlation with cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) and a negative correlation with plasma B cells in the analyzed groups. Conclusion: Our findings elucidated the predictive role of TWIST1 in breast cancer and other cancer types, which provided new insights exploring the possible regulatory mechanisms of TWIST1 on the TME, suggesting this TF as a potential target to develop novel diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
Effects of COVID-19 on breast cancer in public healthcare system in Brazil (2018–2022)
Authors: Rocha Aline Ferreira Bandeira de Melo , Freitas-Junior Ruffo , Soares Leonardo Ribeiro
Published: November 2024

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate COVID-19 effects on breast cancer screening and clinical stage at diagnosis in patients of 50–69 years of age receiving care within the public healthcare system (SUS) in 2018–2022 in Brazil. Methodology: This ecological study analyzes the absolute and relative frequency of screening and staging, using a secondary database of SUS sources: SUS Network Outpatient Data System and Oncology Brazil Panel. Results: There was a decrease in mammographic coverage in 2020 (20%) and 2021 (26.7%) compared with 2018 (34.8%) and 2019 (33.9%). For 2022, we observed an increase in the percentage coverage rate (32.7%), which was still lower than in the years before the pandemic. The number of reported cases decreased by 31.5% in 2020–2021 compared with 2018–2019, but there was an increase of 21.2% compared with 2022. There was a 4% increase in the proportion of stage III/IV cases in 2020–2022 compared with 2018–2019, now surpassing the number of cases of early-stage breast cancer. Conclusion: COVID-19 led to a reduction in breast cancer screening and an expressive increase in advanced tumors in users of the public healthcare network. Urgent interventions in public policies are required as the negative effects of the pandemic on the diagnosis/treatment of breast cancer.
Comparison of clinical staging and mammographic detection in women aged 40–49 years and 50–69 years in public health care system
Authors: Rocha Aline Ferreira Bandeira de Melo , Freitas-Junior Ruffo , Soares Leonardo Ribeiro
Published: November 2024

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare breast cancer screening and clinical stage at diagnosis in patients aged 40–49 years and 50–69 years treated in the public health system (SUS) in Brazil in the period 2013–2022. Methodology: This ecological study analyzed the absolute and relative frequency of staging and used Poisson regression to analyze trends in screening. A secondary database from SUS sources was used: SUS Network Outpatient Data System, Oncology Brazil Panel, Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics, and National Agency for Supplementary Healthcare. Results: When analyzing the clinical staging of breast cancer in the SUS, an increase in the rates of advanced stage (III and IV) is observed in both age groups [40–49 and 50–69 years, with a higher prevalence in the younger group (59%) than in the 50–69 years group (52%)] in 2022. In the 40–49 age group, a reduction trend in screening can be observed from 2013 to 2020 (APC -9.57, p <0.05), followed by stability in the years 2020–2023. In the 50–69 age group, the proportion of mammographic coverage remained stable. Conclusion: In view of the available evidence, it is necessary to expand access to mammography screening for women aged 40–49 years in Brazil. This includes implementing public policies that enable testing under the SUS, raising women’s awareness of the importance of early detection, and combating misinformation.
Motivational Factors Contributing to Students’ Participation in The English Learning Programs: A Study at MTs. Putri Nurul Haramain Islamic Boarding School Narmada
Authors: Riyandani Rina , Soepriyanti Henny , Apgrianto Kurniawan , Waluyo Untung
Published: November 2024

This research aims to find out motivational factors contributing the students’ participation in the English learning programs at MTs Putri Nurul Haramain Islamic Boarding School Narmada. This is a case study research using descriptive qualitative design. The participants of this research were 10 students at Cambridge class of MTs Putri Nurul Haramain Narmada. The instruments were observation, and interview. The data analysis was carried out using data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The results show that there are five factors motivated the students in learning English at Learning English Programs which are teachers, activities and material, relevance, feedback, and classroom environment. In addition, the contribution of programs to the students’ motivation are have different perception on the students, Madani Super Camp is has a good contribution on the students’ perception, English Day is has good contribution on the students’ motivation and learning English in the classroom is not good has contribution on the students’ motivation in learning English at English Learning Programs.
Students’ Ability in Reading Narrative Text at The Eleventh Grade of SMAN 1 Masbagik in Academic Year 2023/2024
Authors: Ilahi M. Rifky Surya , Thohir Lalu , Wardana Lalu Ali , Elmiana Dewi Satria
Published: November 2024

This study aim to analyze the ability of grade XI students at SMAN 1 Masbagik in reading narrative text. It is descriptive qualitative design. The participants in this study were 19 students from class XI-F7. The data were collected using a reading test and a questionnaire. The data obtained from the reading test were analyzed and calculated to determine the final score and identify the most difficult aspects of reading. Meanwhile, the data from the questionnaire were analyzed by reducing the data, displaying, and drawing conclusions. The results of this study indicate that out of 19 students, only three students scored in the very high category, six students scored high, three students scored medium, four students scored low, and three students scored very low. In addition, making inferences emerged as the most challenging reading aspect. Through an analysis of questionnaire responses, two prominent obstacles were identified: limited vocabulary knowledge and cognitive load. Many students faced difficulties in deciphering individual word meanings, thereby impeding their overall comprehension of texts. This study highlights the imperative for targeted strategies aimed at addressing these challenges to improve reading proficiency and academic achievement among students.
Pengembangan Media Pembelajaran Pop-Up Book Berbasis Kearifan Lokal Suku Sasak Materi Bangun Ruang Pada Muatan Pembelajaran Matematika Siswa Kelas V SDN 2 Kuranji
Authors: Ningrum Ayu Setia , Arjudin Arjudin , Rahmatih Aisa Nikmah , Dewi Nurul Kemala
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menghasilkan produk yang layak, praktis, dan efektif berupa media pop-up book berbasis kearifan lokal suku sasak pada materi bangun ruang pembelajaran Matematika kelas V SDN 2 Kuranji. Jenis penelitian ini yaitu Research And Development (R&D) dengan model pengembangan ADDIE. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di SDN 2 KURANJI dengan subjek penelitian peserta didik kelas V. Instrumen pengumpulan data yang digunakan yaitu berupa angket dan tes. Adapun langkah-langkah dalam mengembangan media pop-up book terdiri dari: 1) Analisis, dilakukan analisis kebutuhan peserta didik dan analisis materi, 2) Desain, merancang media pop-up book mulai dari cover hingga materi yang disajikan, 3) Pengembangan, mencetak desain media pop-up book, melakukan validasi media, dan validasi materi serta melakukan revisi, 4) Implementasi, menerapkan media pop-up book dalam pembelajaran di kelas, 5) Evaluasi, memberikan evaluasi berupa tes untuk mengetahui tingkat pemahaman peserta didik. Hasil penelitian dan pengembangan media pop-up book berbasis kearifan lokal suku sasak untuk siswa kelas V SDN 2 Kuranji sangat layak digunakan pada proses pembelajaran, hal tersebut berdasarkan hasil validasi media sebesar 86% dan validasi ahli materi sebesar 96%. Sedangkan respon guru sebesar 98% dan evaluasi peserta didik sebesar 77%, hal ini menunjukan bahwa media sangat praktis untuk digunakan dan peserta didik mampu memahami materi yang disampaikan menggunakan media pop-up book berbasis kearifan lokal suku sasak. Hasil secara keseluruhan data yang diperoleh menunjukan bahwa media sangat efektif untuk digunakan.
Development of Encyclopedia Based on Ethnogastronomy of Sambas Malay Porridge
Authors: Aulianti Dita , Ari Sunandar , Rahayu Hanum Mukti
Published: November 2024

Biology learning is essentially learning that always relates science to the environment and living things. Therefore, there is a need for learning media that contains local wisdom related to the surrounding environment. This study aims to determine the validity of the ethnogastronomy-based encyclopedia of Sambas Malay porridge and to determine student responses to the ethnogastronomy-based encyclopedia of Sambas Malay porridge. The research method used is R&D, in this study a 4-D development model is used, namely the define, design, development and disseminate stages, but in this development the researcher only reaches the development stage. This research was conducted on students of class X SMAN 1 Tekarang. The research instrument used was a questionnaire to obtain product validation and determine student responses to the developed product. Product validation was carried out by material experts, linguists, media experts, and student responses. The results showed that the encyclopedia developed was considered valid. The results of the material expert validator assessment were 93.81% (very valid), language experts were 86.67% (very valid), media experts were 95.00% (very valid). Student responses were obtained through 2 stages, namely small-scale trials of 72.58% (positive) and large-scale trials of 90.00% (very positive). Overall, it can be concluded that the encyclopedia developed is valid and gets a positive response from students.
PERAN KAJIAN RUTIN DI MASJID SALMAN ITB BANDUNG DALAM MENINGKATKAN KESADARAN BERAGAMA
Authors: Jalaluddin Salam
Published: November 2024

In the history of Islamic civilization, the mosque was not only used for worship, but there were many other activities at the mosque. With so many activities or functions, of course, it requires good management as well as creating good conditions. In this case, routine studies at the Salman ITBmosque will be carried out because at this time the community, especially ITB students, do not pay attention to Islamic studies. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method that aims to express events or facts of circumstances, phenomena that occur when the research takes place. The results of the study show that the benefits of participating in routine studies held at the Salman Mosque ITB make the community more aware of their religion in terms of insight and increase knowledge for students. as well as improving aspects of attitude.
Dalam sejarah peradabaan islam masjid tidak hanya digunakan untuk beribadah saja, tapi masih banyak kegiatan-kegiatan lain di masjid. Dengan Banyaknya kegiatan atau fungsi tentunya membutuhkan pengelolaan yang baik juga menciptakan kondisi yang baik., dalam hal ini kajian rutin di masjid salman ITB diađakan karena pada saat sekarang ini masyarakat terutama mahasiswa ITB tidak menghiraukan adanya kajian Islami, Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif yang bertujuan untuk mengungkapkan kejadian atau fakta keadaan, fenomena yang terjadi pada saat penelitian berlangsung. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa manfaat dari mengikuti kajian rutin yang diadakan di Masjid Salman ITB membuat masyarakat lebih meningkatkan kesadaran beragamanya dalam aspek wawasan dan menambah pengetahuan bagi mahasiswa. serta peningkatan aspek sikap.
PENERAPAN RETORIKA DAKWAH DI PONPES PERSATUAN ISLAM GARUT
Authors: Mustaqima Fathi Umar
Published: November 2024

As social beings, humans always communicate with others. Every human being is required to communicate and be rhetorical, skilled at expressing thoughts, ideas, ideas, and feelings. Skilled at capturing the information obtained and also openly conveying the information received. According to Plato, rhetoric is the art of words which can be used to win the souls of many people. This understanding emphasizes that everyone must be proficient in stringing words well in front of an audience so that those who hear can be hypnotized by the words spoken by that person. The application of Ustad Iqbal Santoso's da'wah rhetoric is something that is inherent in da'wah containing da'wah messages that he conveys which are very easily accepted by the students of the Garut Islamic Unity Islamic Boarding School. With all his simplicity, it is clear that his personality is stunning and admirable.
 
Sebagai makhluk sosial, manusia selalu berkomunikasi dengan orang lain. Setiap manusia dituntut terampil berkomunikasi dan beretorika, terampil menyatakan pikiran, gagasan, ide, dan perasaan. Terampil menangkap informasi-informasi yang didapat dan terampil pula menyampaikan informasi-informasi yang diterima. Menurut Plato, retorika ialah seni kata-kata yang dapat digunkan untuk merebut jiwa banyak orang. Pengertian tersebut lebih menekankan bahwa setiap orang harus cakap dalam merangkai kata dengan baik di hadapan khalayak sehingga yang mendengar pun dapat terhipnotis dengan kata-kata yang diucapkan oleh seseorang tersebut. Penerapan retorika dakwah Ustad Iqbal Santoso adalah hal yang melekat dalam dakwah berisi pesan dakwah yang beliau sampaikan sangat mudah diterima oleh santri-santri Ponpes Persatuan Islam Garut. Dengan segala kesederhanaan beliau, tampak jelas kepribadian beliau yang memukau dan mengagumkan.
Papel dobrado: diplomacia, arte e representações no Pará da Primeira República (1900-1912)
Authors: queiroz junior osvaldo soares
Published: November 2024

A atuação do Barão do Rio Branco e sua relevância para a política externa nacional já foi tema de diversas obras, pesquisas e representações. Contudo, o homem que transcendeu seu tempo teve duas de suas maiores vitórias encenadas na região Amazônica, a saber, o Amapá, em 1900, e o Acre, em 1903. Este trabalho é uma contribuição no sentido de analisar o período entre 1900 e 1912, concernente a grande produção de representações de imaginários acerca do Barão do Rio Branco no Pará. Outrossim, promover um vislumbre, através dos espectros do chanceler, em torno das diversas nuances e sentidos atribuídos ao pensamento e à prática diplomática, artística e cívica na região. Desde o projeto de avenida, nomeação de praça, coreto comemorativo, têm-se também a aquisição da tela Arte e Pátria, encomenda de um busto, a renomeação do 5º grupo escolar da capital. Por conseguinte, tanto sua morte, vivamente sentida no Pará, quanto a existência de críticas a sua atuação abrem um caminho de entendimento, onde Rio Branco encontra-se aos anseios de grupos locais, ao passo que também suscita conflitos e dissidências. Eis o Barão, sob um olhar das representações criadas na Amazônia.
Business Collection
Authors: Mastella Alexandra , Guedes André Felipe da Silva , Amaral Ary Wanderley Lasmar Do , Caravantes Claudia Born , Arthur Junior Dorival , Weirich Elivelton Antônio , Pavão Emerson Antonio Freire , Hackbart Fernando do Nascimento , Martignago Graciella , Martins Leandro Rosa , Silva Marcelo Revoredo Da , Amorim Filho Mardem Luiz Castro , Porfirio Tiago Felix do Santos , Carmo Vadson Bastos do
Published: November 2024

No cenário dinâmico e competitivo dos séculos XX e XXI, a compreensão de estratégias empresariais é crucial para o sucesso e crescimento sustentável de qualquer organização. O Volume I da série "Business Collection" oferece uma abordagem abrangente e atualizada sobre temas complexos e desafiadores enfrentados por empresários e gestores no mundo dos negócios.

Composto por nove capítulos, o livro explora desde a internacionalização de negócios até o uso de inteligência artificial, destacando também a importância da modelagem de processos e o planejamento estratégico baseado em dados mercadológicos. Outros tópicos incluem a atuação de plataformas de varejo multinacional, a correlação com o sistema tributário brasileiro, e a operação de subsidiárias estrangeiras no mercado nacional.

Com uma linguagem clara e objetiva, a obra não apenas apresenta conceitos teóricos, mas também oferece diretrizes práticas para aplicação no cotidiano empresarial. O material foi desenvolvido por especialistas com o intuito de fornecer insights que promovam a expansão segura e a consolidação de empresas no mercado global, tornando-se uma leitura essencial para quem busca inovação e solidez no ambiente corporativo.
a leitura perante os desafios do ensino da lingua portuguesa
Authors: CARVALHAL GRACE FAVILA DE FIGUEIREDO , Carvalhal Laís Favila
Published: November 2024

Este resumo emergiu das reflexões e questionamentos a respeito das atuais práticas de ensino de Língua Portuguesa. A problematização analisada repercute na existência de alunos que concluem o ensino médio sem entenderem o que leem denominados pelos estudiosos de analfabetismo funcional. São variados estudos e pesquisas na área de linguística e afins com o intuito de encontrar soluções.
Este trabalho se justifica, pois visa analisar a leitura no ensino de língua portuguesa e por meio de vivências em sala de aula houve a necessidade de observar a metodologia do educador em apresentar e mediar o texto, como, também, apreciar o papel da escola e do aluno. Para tanto, fez-se necessário um levantamento discursivo que enfatize o conceito educacional e suas formas de manifestação na sociedade. No estudo, foram utilizadas contribuições teóricas de vários autores.
Causes of Coronary Angioplasty Denial in Patients Diagnosed with Significant Coronary Artery Disease in East Afghanistan
Authors: Akmal Shams , Ikramullah Ibrahimi , Humayoun Chardiwal
Published: November 2024

Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is a leading cause of mortality worldwide, with coronary angioplasty being a crucial intervention for patients with significant disease. This study aimed to identify and analyze the causes of coronary angioplasty denial in patients with significant coronary artery disease in Afghanistan, focusing on demographic, socioeconomic, and clinical factors. A case-control study was conducted with a sample size of 213 patients diagnosed with significant CAD at tertiary care center in Afghanistan. The case group consisted of 106 patients who were denied angioplasty, and the control group included 107 patients who underwent the procedure. Data were collected on demographic characteristics, comorbidities, education, residence, functional status, income, and the reasons for angioplasty denial. Descriptive statistics and comparative analyses were performed to assess the factors associated with denial. The primary reasons for angioplasty denial were financial constraints (45.3%, p < 0.001), limited hospital facilities (15.1%, p = 0.045), patient refusal (23.6%, p < 0.001), and physician preference for conservative management (12.3%, p = 0.091). Denial rates were higher among patients who were older, had multiple comorbidities, were from rural areas, and had lower education and income levels. Illiteracy and cultural beliefs contributed significantly to patient refusal, while inadequate healthcare infrastructure disproportionately affected rural populations. Financial and infrastructural barriers are the leading causes of coronary angioplasty denial in Afghanistan, exacerbating disparities in healthcare access, particularly among low-income and rural patients. Addressing these issues through policy reforms, improved healthcare infrastructure, and targeted public health education is essential to reducing CAD-related morbidity and mortality in the country.
Pengaruh Media LINE Webtoon terhadap Kemampuan Membaca Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Jerman Universitas Pattimura
Authors: Pattisina Chatrien Dione , Tomasouw Jolanda , Apituley Patresia Silvana
Published: November 2024

Pengaruh Media LINE Webtoon terhadap Kemampuan Membaca Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Jerman, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Pattimura – Ambon. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui apakah terdapat pengaruh penggunaan media LINE Webtoon sebagai media pembelajaran bahasa Jerman terhadap kemampuan membaca bahasa Jerman. Penelitian ini dilakukan terhadap 18 orang mahasiswa semester dua dan empat yang sedang mempelajari bahasa Jerman tingkat dasar menengah (A2). Data yang diperoleh dianalisis menggunakan uji-t dengan tingkat signifikansi . Hasil Penelitian menunjukan bahwa hasil nilai Post-Test mahasiswa mengalami peningkatan yang signifikan dibandingkan dengan nilai Pre-Test sebelum perlakuan. Dimana nilai t-hitung = 6,0604 yang lebih besar dari nilai t-tabel = 2,898. Hal ini memberikan indikasi positif, bahwa penggunaan media LINE Webtoon dapat membantu mahasiswa meningkatkan kemampuan membaca dikarenakan terdapat gambar-gambar yang mendukung, serta koskata yang mudah dipahami sesuai tingkat kebahasaan mahasiswa. Akhirnya dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh penggunaan media LINE Webtoon terhadap kemampuan membaca bahasa Jerman mahasiswa.
Pendekatan Pembelajaran Culture Responsive Teaching (CRT) Pada Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Jerman
Authors: Marantika Juliaans , Tomasouw Jolanda
Published: November 2024

Research on the Culture Responsive Teaching (CRT) learning approach aims to ensure that in the learning process the educators or teachers focus not only on improving students' learning achievements, but also on helping students accept and strengthen their cultural identity. This research is semi-qualitative research with the research subjects being students of the German Department with 20 respondents . In this research it is used  Integration of CRT aspects in learning among others Content Integration, facilitating Knowledge construction, Prejudice Reduction, Social Justice and Academic Development. As instruments used were questionnaires and interviews. The research results show that students have a high tendency towards the facilitating Knowledge construction aspect with a score of 95%, followed by other aspects, namely Prejudice Reduction (94%), Academic Development (92), Content Integration (89), Social Justice (89). It means that cultural elements are very important in the learning process because they can help students understand reading texts well, because teachers can provide explanations using local culture. So it can be concluded that this CRT approach needs to be applied at various levels of education
Pengaruh Penggunaan Model Clil Terhadap Kemampuan Berbicara Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Jerman Universitas Pattimura
Authors: Pattinusa Zusanna , Karuna Kalvin , Serpara Henderika
Published: November 2024

Speaking skills as one of the speaking skills has a high frequency of use because it is inevitable in daily activities. The application of content and language integrated learning (CLIL) model in language learning is one way to encourage students to learn language and content (Sprache und Fach) in a balanced manner. This study aims to describe the effect of using CLIL method on students' speaking ability at niveau A2.
The research method is an experiment conducted at the German Language Education Study Programme. The research sample was students who attended the A2.1 Productive Sprachfertigkeit course.
The data were collected through a speaking test by referring to the A2 test used by the Goethe Institut. Based on the results of data analysis, it is concluded that the application of CLIL method in learning contributes positively to students' speaking ability. This conclusion is based on the results of statistical calculations which show that the calculation value of t= (5.17) is more significant than Ttab (1.82) at the 0.05 level of significance. On the basis of these findings, it is hoped that the CLIL method can be considered as an alternative in learning German, especially to improve speaking skills.
INTERNALISATION OF KEBHINNEKATUNGGALIKAAN AND PANCASILA VALUES: A CASE STUDY at SMP NEGERI 4 AMBON
Authors: Wenno Eldaa Crystle , Tentua Frando A
Published: November 2024

This research aims to explore the process of internalizing the values of Kebhinnekatunggalikaan and Pancasila at SMP Negeri 4 Ambon, a school with a high ethnic and religious diversity background. Using a qualitative approach with a case study method, the research collected data through observation, in-depth interviews, documentation, and focus group discussions (FGDs). The findings show that SMP Negeri 4 Ambon has successfully integrated these values into the curriculum and various school activities. The interactive approach and collaborative projects applied by teachers proved effective in facilitating the understanding and application of the values of Kebhinnekatunggalikaan and Pancasila among students. Teachers and school staff play a key role as role models and mentors. However, challenges still exist, especially in relation to the different backgrounds of the students, which sometimes give rise to exclusionary attitudes. Nonetheless, this internalization program has improved harmony among students and built a harmonious school climate. The study recommends further development of the character education curriculum, improved teacher training, collaboration with the local community, and adequate resource support for program sustainability. The findings provide valuable insights for the development of character education practices in other schools and education policy in Indonesia.