bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prevalence and Correlates of Disordered Eating Attitudes among Jordanian Adolescents
Authors: Ghraiybah Tamer
Published: January 2019

Aim: To measure the prevalence of disordered eating Attitude among Rural Jordanian adolescents. A secondary Purpose of the current study is to identify the intrinsic correlates of disordered eating attitude among Jordanian adolescents.Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional design was used in this study. Multi-stage random sampling technique was used to recruit participants from public and private schools from 8 districts. Online survey consists of 4 parts of the Self-administered questionnaire and Body mass index measurement was used to collect data from the participants. Descriptive statistics, Chi-square test, t-test, one-way ANOVA, and Multi logistic regression analysis were used for data analysis.Result: results revealed that the prevalence of disordered eating Attitude was 23.6% among participants (16.4% for boys and 29.4% for girls). Body Mass Index was significantly associated with disordered eating attitude (p< 0.001). 44.4% of adolescents who perceived their body image as obese or overweight developed disordered eating attitude (p< 0.001). The difference in the mean of body esteem scores between adolescents with disordered eating attitude and normal eating attitude was found to be statistically significant; t (736) = 5.20 (p < 0.001).Conclusion: Findings of the current study have implication for the primary prevention of disordered eating attitude. School nurses in the best position to conduct school-based primary prevention for disordered eating attitude. Findings also suggest a farther primary prevention program such as educational intervention
Postpartum Maternal Health at a Time of Rapid Societal Change in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Authors: Gardner Hazel , Green Katherine , Gardner Andrew Somerville , Geddes Donna
Published: January 2019

Background. Abu Dhabi has undergone a rapid transition from a subsistence economy to a wealthy modern state over the last 50 years. This paper presents an insight into the health status of Emirati mothers during this transition through a prospective longitudinal study of mothers who gave birth in a government maternity hospital in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.Methods. 125 women were interviewed within the first week after birth, as part of a larger study encompassing a wide range of cultural, social, and behavioural aspects of health. They were then re-interviewed at three, six and 15 months postpartum. A food frequency questionnaire was also administered to the mothers at birth. Data were analysed using univariate statistics.Results. Over 70% of the mothers had BMI in the overweight and obese categories, and approximately half of the women were dissatisfied with their weight. Contributing factors were likely to be diets high in fats and sugar, low levels of exercise and women’s limited involvement in household food purchasing and preparation. Iron deficiency anaemia, diabetes, asthma and fertility problems were found to be the most common concerns amongst the participants prior to conception. Anaemia rates were high during pregnancy, with 35% having haemoglobin < 11 g/dL, and were positively associated with parity. Belief in traditional and herbal medicines was strong, with 43% of women using a variety of remedies during pregnancy.Conclusions. Policies and support mechanisms to encourage women to make better dietary choices and to provide more opportunities for exercising are required to improve the health of mothers in the UAE. The development of good quality health care has resulted in the better maternal health outcomes, although traditional practices in relation to herbal medicines are still common.
The Impact of Skipping Breakfast on the Body Weight of Children and Young People in Saudi Arabia; A Systematic Review
Authors: Alhilabi Hanan Saleem , Payne Anne
Published: January 2019

Aim: To review evidence on the impact of skipping breakfast on the body weight of children and young people of Saudi Arabia.  Method: A systematic search of the Cochrane Library, EBSCO (AMED, MEDLINE, and CINAHL), Web of Science, SCOPUS, PubMed, and EMBASE was conducted in March 2018 to identify primary published research. Additional studies were identified by hand searching in other sources such as subject-specific journals and grey literature. Any observational study, published in the English language in the last 20 years (1998-2018), involving healthy children and/or young people (5-24 years) in Saudi Arabia was included and the effect of skipping breakfast on their body weight was evaluated. Pre-defined information was extracted from each study onto a data extraction form for evaluation, following the Cochrane method for undertaking a systematic review. Study quality was evaluated using a Quality Assessment Tool for Quantitative Studies.  Results: Eight studies met the inclusion criteria, of which seven graded weak in quality assessment, while one paper scored moderate. Six studies show that regular breakfast consumption has a protective effect against overweight/obesity, of which three studies tested the correlation, while controlling for confounding variables. Two of the eight studies demonstrated no significant correlation. Breakfast intake was also found to have a positive association with student's academic performance, with two out of three trials demonstrating a significant relationship, but in linking regular breakfast habit with socioeconomic status, no effect was found.  Conclusion: The findings suggest that skipping breakfast is associated with a higher risk of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents in Saudi Arabia and thus breakfast consumption is associated with a reduced risk of overweight and obesity. However, in view of the array of methods used to define breakfast skipping and overweight/obesity, as well as the less robust nature of observational studies we cannot conclusively assume this relationship, suggesting further more controlled studies are required. Key words: Obesity, overweight, breakfast, breakfast skipping, children, young people, Saudi Arabia.
Effects of caloric restriction on anthropometrical and specific performance in highly-trained university judo athletes
Authors: CHRARA Lalia , A.Raoui RIAD , Belkadi Adel , ASLI Hocine , BENBERNOU Othman
Published: January 2019

Purpose:The purpose of this study was to determine the ultimate body mass, performance, and nutritional characteristics of the Algerian judo junior athletes, and also analysing the impact of nutritional intakes on stabilising Weight loss according to special performance of judo athletes. Material:Twenty-one male university athletes (aged: 21.45 ± 1.32; height: 1.81 ± 0.45 m; and body mass: 73.9 ± 4.1 kg) participated in this study during a period of stabilising Weight loss before and after 15 days of caloric restriction. Athletes were submitted to anthropometrical measurements and performed the Special Judo Fitness Test. Values for nutrient intakes were obtained from a 15 day food record kept during a training camp period of Weight maintenance and after a 15-day caloric restriction.Results:caloric restriction resulted in significant decreases in body mass (73.73 ± 2.1) and performance. However, Special Judo Fitness Test index increased significantly (14.00 ± 1.75) during caloric restriction in comparison to stabilising Weight loss.Conclusion:Exercise and caloric restriction lead to determine the ultimate Weight and physical performance. The present study provides baseline nutritional data that can be used in the prescription of individual training programs for university  judo Athletes.
Food Safety Knowledge among Chicken Shawerma Food Handlers in Amman- Jordan
Authors: M Al-Nasraween , L Al Omari , M Al-Jaghbeer , R Al-Qutob , V Berggren , H Taha
Published: January 2019

Aims: Several food poisoning outbreaks in Jordan were due to Salmonella species isolated from chicken shawerma. This study aimed to assess the food safety knowledge among chicken shawerma food handlers in Jordan.  Methods: Forty chicken shawerma restaurants in Amman were selected randomly and 120 food handlers (Egyptians 53%, Jordanians 26% and Syrians 19%) were interviewed using a structured questionnaire. Descriptive and multivariate data analysis was conducted to assess their knowledge about food safety. Results: Low overall mean score of food safety knowledge (40%); the mean percent of correct answers about transportation, receiving of chicken shawerma, storage, preparation, selling, and controlling microorganisms were: 63%, 54%, 45%, 31%, and 26%, respectively. Ninety percent of the participants had no previous training in food safety concepts.  Better food safety knowledge was significantly associated (p > 0.05) with higher educational levels, receiving special training in food safety and having a Jordanian nationality.  Conclusions: This study recommends establishing a comprehensive food safety program in Jordan to build the capacity of the food handlers and enforce periodic evaluation of their food safety knowledge and evidence-based best practices.
Validation of the Persian version of dysphagia in multiple sclerosis questionnaire for the assessment of dysphagia in multiple sclerosis
Authors: Jafari Zahra , Shahbodaghi Mohammad Rahim , Maroufizadeh Saman , Naser Moghadasi Abdorreza
Published: January 2019

Background: About one third of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience dysphagia. Dysphagia can cause complications such as malnutrition, lung infections, aspiration pneumonia and dehydration, thus it is very helpful to diagnose dysphagia as soon as possible. The aim in this study was to translate dysphagia in multiple sclerosis (DYMUS) questionnaire into Farsi and and validate it.
Methods: Forward-backward method was used to translate original English version of DYMUS into farsi, and then the questionnaire (one for each patient) was filled in through asking questions from 200 patients with MS by a speech and language pathologist. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was used to examine the construct validity. Internal consistency and test-retest reliability of the DYMUS were evaluated using Cronbach’s alpha and the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC), respectively.
Results: CFA showed that a two-factor model of DYMUS including “dysphagia for solid” and “dysphagia for liquid” fitted the data well [relative chi-square [χ2/degree of freedom (df) = 1.55, CFI = 0.967, Tucker-Lewis index (TLI) = 0.957, root mean square error of approximation (RMSEA) = 0.053, and weighted root mean square residual (WRMR) = 0.874]. The Cronbach’s alpha for total score and liquid and solid subscales were 0.776, 0.557, and 0.725, respectively. The DYMUS showed 
adequate test-retest reliability for the total and subscales (ICC: 0.880-0.956). Moreover, this study has shown a significant relationship between DYMUS score and Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score, disease duration, type of MS, and self-reported dysphagia.
Conclusion: The Persian version of DYMUS is a reliable and valid tool to screen dysphagia among patients with MS.
Polymorphisms of serotonin transporter gene and psychological status in patients with multiple sclerosis
Authors: Farjadian Shirin , Fakhraei Bahareh , Niknam Zahra , Nasiri Mahboubeh , Azad Aslan , Farjam Mojtaba , Nikseresht Alireza
Published: January 2019

Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most common neuroinflammatory disease in young adults. Anxiety and depression may predispose individuals to MS and flare-ups. Serotonin transmission is modified in some brain regions of patients with MS, and these changes may contribute to their psychiatric abnormalities. We studied the frequencies of common polymorphisms of the serotonin reuptake transporter (SERT) gene in patients with MS according to their psychological status.
Methods: The 5-HTTLPR, rs25531, and STin2VNTR polymorphisms of the SERT gene were genotyped by polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-based methods in 100 patients with MS and 100 healthy controls.
Results: There were no remarkable differences in SERT gene polymorphisms between patients with MS and healthy controls. Unlike the control group, 41% of the patients showed some degree of depression based on Beck Depression Inventory (BDI), but no association was observed between SERT gene polymorphisms after the patients were stratified by depression status.
Conclusion: In addition to SERT gene 
polymorphisms, modulation of serotonin at the synapses may also be regulated by genetic variations in tryptophan hydroxylase type 2 and serotonin receptors. Further studies with functional brain imaging of the serotonergic system in patients with MS can provide information on the role of serotonin in this disease.
The protective role of TBX21-1514T>C polymorphism in susceptibility to multiple sclerosis
Authors: Akbarian Fatemeh , Ataei Mitra , Salehi Zivar , Nabavi Masoud , Sanati Mohammad Hossein
Published: January 2019

Background: As a T-cell mediated disease, multiple sclerosis (MS) pathogenesis might be associated with the immune system and its involved genes. TBX21, which encodes T-bet transcription factor, is a critical regulator of the commitment to the Th1 lineage and Interferon gamma (IFNγ) production. Investigation of the association of -1514T > C polymorphism located upstream of TBX21 gene with MS susceptibility is reasonable due to its demonstrated significant association with some other immune-mediated diseases.
Methods: We analyzed the genotype frequencies of -1514T > C polymorphism between 248 Iranian patients with MS and 163 matched healthy controls. By applying polymerase chain reaction-single strand conformation polymorphism (PCR-SSCP)- technique, the single-strand conformation patterns of the amplicons were compared and sequenced.
Results: Strong association between the wild -1514T allele and MS susceptibility was found with the allelic frequency of 99.6% in patients vs. 95.1% in controls (P = 0.002), and the CC genotype frequency of the TBX21 polymorphism (-1514T > C) reported potential protective effect against the disease (P = 0.014).
Conclusion: The TBX21-1514T > C polymorphism confers possible protective effect on MS in Iranian population. Further comprehensive studies in different settings are required to clarify the exact role of TBX21 gene in MS disease.
Cognitive function, depression, and quality of life in patients with ruptured cerebral aneurysms
Authors: Zabyhian Samira , Mousavi-Bayegi Seyed Javad , Baharvahdat Humain , Faridhosseini Farhad , Sasannejad Payam , Salehi Maryam , Boroumand Maryam , Hatefipour Zahra
Published: January 2019

Background: Neuropsychiatric dysfunction is one of the most common complications after aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH). The aim of this study was to evaluate cognitive function, depression, and quality of life (QOL) in patients with aSAH.
Methods: In this study, we prospectively enrolled patients with SAH due to rupture of anterior circulation aneurysms who referred to Ghaem hospital, Mashhad, Iran, and who had good function outcome [modified Rankin scale (mRS) > 2]. They underwent microsurgery or endovascular treatment. Cognitive function, depression, and QOL were evaluated 6 months after surgery with standard psychiatric examinations, including Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) for cognitive function, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) for depression, and 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) for QOL. Risk factors for cognitive dysfunction were assessed.
Results: Fifty-three patients were entered the study. The mean of age was 50.9 ± 13.6 years. QOL and its components were affected in most patients. Fifty-five percent of patients suffered from depression. Cognitive impairment was found in 57% of patients. Older patients experienced more cognitive impairment (P < 0.001).
Conclusion: Neuropsychological sequels are common in patients with aSAH, even if they classified as good functional outcome (mRS > 2). These complications could be found with appropriate neuropsychological evaluation of these patients to be managed as soon as possible.
Pegylated versus non-pegylated interferon beta 1a in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: A cost-effectiveness analysis
Authors: Hashemi-Meshkini Amir , Zekri Hedieh Sadat , Karimi-Yazdi Hasan , Zaboli Pardis , Sahraian Mohammad Ali , Nikfar Shekoufeh
Published: January 2019

Background: Pegylated (PEG) interferon beta 1a has been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) as an alternative to interferon beta 1a for multiple sclerosis (MS). Due to its higher price, this study aimed to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of PEG-interferon beta 1-a compared with interferon beta 1a from an Iranian payer perspective.
Methods: A Markov model was designed according to health states based on Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) and one-month cycles over a 10-year time horizon. Direct medical and non-medical costs were included from a payer perspective.
Results: The incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER) was estimated around 11111 US dollars (USD) per quality-adjusted life-year (QALY) gained for the PEG-interferon versus interferon regimen [with currency rate of 29,000 Iranian Rial (IRR) to 1 USD in 2016].
Conclusion: Considering the cost-effectiveness 
threshold in Iran [three times of gross domestic product (GDP) per capita or 15,945 USD], PEG-interferon beta 1-a could be considered as a cost effective treatment for Iranian patients with MS.
Induction or aggravation of other immune-mediated disorders by disease-modifying therapy in treatment of multiple sclerosis
Authors: Baghbanian Seyed Mohammad , Sahraian Mohammad Ali
Published: January 2019

Interferon beta (IFN-β) and glatiramer acetate (GA) are the primary therapeutic immunomodulatory agents that interfere with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS), and the most commonly-used drugs as well. Induction or aggravation of other immune-mediated diseases has been reported following INF-β administration. We have reviewed the reported cases to notify the treating physicians about these rare adverse events. Although co-morbid autoimmune disorders have been reported in patients with MS, the pro-inflammatory role of disease-modifying drugs, especially INF-β, could affect and enhance this co-occurrence. Clinical or laboratory autoimmunity histories suggest the use of GA over INF-β as the treatment of choice.
Oxidative stress-related biomarkers in Parkinson’s disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Khan Zeba , Athar Ali Sharique
Published: January 2019

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease characterized with the loss of dopamine-producing neurons in a mid-brain. This loss is believed to be associated with number of environmental and genetic factors. Oxidative stress is found to be one of the factors responsible for the initiation and progression of PD. However, studies are still continued to confirm the connection and mechanism associated with oxidative stress and PD. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to assess the association between oxidative stress markers and PD, and explore factors that may elucidate the contradictions in these results. As per Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guideline systematic literature search was carried out. Meta-analysis was carried out on pooled standardized mean differences with 95% confidence interval (CI) of patients with PD and controls using random effect model in comprehensive meta-analysis statistical software. Total 17 studies were included into which 25 oxidative stress markers were analyzed. The results revealed that oxidative stress markers [nitrate and nitric oxide (NO)] and antioxidant markers [total antioxidant status (TAS) and thiols] were not statistically different between the PD and control group (P > 0.05). In case of oxidative stress markers, levels of malondialdehyde (MDA), 8-Oxo-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-oxo-dG), and lipid hydro-peroxide (LPO) were found to be high in patients with PD as compared to controls with P < 0.05, whereas lower levels of antioxidant activity of superoxide dismutase (SOD), glucose 6 phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD), catalase (CAT), and glutathione peroxidase (GPx) were noticed in the PD group as compared to controls (P < 0.05 for all). From the results, it is concluded that patients with PD have high oxidative stress and lower antioxidant activity, and these studied biomarkers would be used as potential diagnostic tool to measure oxidative stress in patients with PD.
Transcranial sonography in carriers of Gaucher disease
Authors: Omrani Fatemeh , Ansari-Damavandi Shahla , Zamani Babak , Omrani Zahra , Mohammadzade Nahid , Rohani Mohammad , Rohani Sadra
Published: January 2019

Background: Glucocerebrosidase (GBA) mutation is the most common genetic risk factor in Parkinson’s disease (PD). Transcranial sonography (TCS) shows increased substantia nigra (SN) echogenicity in both idiopathic and genetic forms of PD. The goal of this study was to compare maximal area of SN hyperechogenicity (aSNmax) and diameter of third ventricle (DTV) between GBA mutation carriers and healthy controls.
Methods: Twenty-six carriers of GBA mutation and twenty-six healthy controls underwent TCS. The aSNmax and the DTV were measured. Mini-mental status examination (MMSE) and demographic data of the subjects were recorded, too.
Results: Mean aSNmax in GBA mutation carriers was significantly higher (0.31 ± 0.06 cm2) than controls (0.16 ± 0.04 cm2). Moreover, DTV was significantly higher in GBA mutation carriers group (3.98 ± 0.90 vs 3.29 ± 0.56 cm).
Conclusion: Increased SN echogenicity and increased third ventricle diameter in GBA mutation carriers may be caused by alterations in iron metabolism with reference to their genetic status.
Hypothyroidism among patients with glioblastoma multiforme
Authors: Faghih-Jouybari Morteza , Naderi Soheil , Mashayekhi Sara , Padeganeh Tahereh , Abdollahzade Sina
Published: January 2019

Background: Patients with glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) are prone to various metabolic changes such as hypothyroidism. The present study was planned to assess the frequency of hypothyroidism in these patients.
Methods: Fifty-two patients with GBM were included. All of them had been treated by tumor resection followed by cranial irradiation. Thyroid function was assessed by measurement of serum thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), free thyroxin (FT4), and free triiodothyronine (FT3).
Results: There were 33 men and 19 women. The average age was 52.4 ± 12.8 years. Among these, 32 (61%) had normal thyroid function test, whereas 4 (8%) had subclinical hypothyroidism, 5 (10%) had overt primary hypothyroidism, and 11 (21%) had secondary hypothyroidism. Sixteen patients (31%) needed thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
Conclusion: Hypothyroidism is relatively prevalent in patients with treated GBM. Regular thyroid function test is advised to aid the introduction of appropriate hormone replacement therapy.
Neurobrucellosis with intramedullary spinal cord involvement: A case report
Authors: Mohammadzadeh Vida , Akbarieh Samira , Ghoreishi Seyed Abdolreza , Jozpanahi Manizheh
Published: January 2019

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Implementação de Funcionalidade de Amortecimento de Propagação Harmônica em Equipamento de Armazenamento e Suporte de Rede
Authors: Sant’Ana Wilson , Gonzatti Robson , Torres Germano Lambert , Bonaldi Erik , Pereira Rondineli , Silva Luiz Eduardo Borges da , Pinheiro Guilherme , Silva Carlos H. , Mollica Denis , Filho Joselino Santana
Published: January 2019

Este trabalho trata do amortecimento de propagação harmônica em linhas de distribuição, visando melhora na qualidade da tensão. A propagação harmônica ocorre devido às ressonâncias entre as impedâncias indutivas do sistema e bancos de capacitores utilizados em filtros passivos e compensadores de reativos, amplificando a distorção causada por cargas não lineares nas proximidades, e pode ser amortecida através do uso de filtros ativos emulando resistências harmônicas. Esta abordagem (ao invés do uso convencional dos filtros ativos shunt para diretamente compensar as correntes harmônicas) é muito atrativa para sistemas de distribuição, aonde as cargas não lineares estão distribuídas e inacessíveis.A contribuição principal deste artigo é a implementação desta resistência harmônica em um equipamento de armazenamento de energia e suporte de rede como uma funcionalidade extra, sem necessidade de sensores adicionais.Resultados experimentais são apresentados em uma bancada de testes.
STYLISTICS ANALYSIS ON LITERATURE LEARNING MATERIAL OF BAHASA INDONESIA CURRICULUM 2016 SMA-MA-SMK
Authors: Ismawati Esti , Widayanti Sukasih Ratna
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

This study aims to analyze literature learning material Class X SMA-MA-SMK in Curriculum Bahasa Indonesia 2016. The method is descriptive by referring to the stylistics study. The problem is how is the linguistic description of literature learning material above?. The findings can be concluded that the poet uses the single and complex sentences. It also uses the rhetorical sentence, parallelism, repetition, metaphor, and climax in poems. The chosen vocabulary by the author is the common vocabulary which they use in our daily life, however it has special meaning when it is arranged in the form of poetry. The imagination in their poems is very strong. It can be seen through visual, auditory, and tactile.

 Keywords: stylistics study, linguistics aspect, literature material, curriculum 2016
ENVIROMENTAL INSIGHT IN UCIL THE MOUSE DEER FAIRY TALE COLLECTION WRITTEN BY TRIA AYU K (AN ECOCRITIC STUDY)
Authors: Setyowati Nanik , Emzir Emzir
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

The connection of nature with literary works raises concepts about ecological problems in literature among literary critics. Many environmental problems that occur at this time. Through poetry, fairy tales and other literary works, the writers mention this in their works. Ecocritic has a basic paradigm that every object can be seen in ecological networks, and ecology can be a helpful science in this critical approach. Environmental insight can be obtained through a literary work. Some writers in Indonesia make nature and the environment a prominent part of their works. In addition to literary works such as poetry and novels, fairy tales have first explored nature. In fairy tales, nature is described as the place of life of the characters. That way, fairy tales indirectly invite the audience to come into contact with environmental insights that need to be studied and applied in everyday life.

Keywords: environmental insight ; ecocritic; fairy tale; literary studies
INJUSTICE REPRESENTATION IN THE POETRY ANTHOLOGY NYANYIAN AKAR RUMPUT BY WIJI THUKUL (An Analysis Study of Critical Literacy)
Authors: Rishanjani Fetti Astrini , Rafli Zainal , Zuriyati Zuriyati
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

The aim of this research is to do an in-depth study of the representation of injustice cointaned in the anthology of poetry Nyanyian Akar Rumput written by Wiji Thukul and its implication in learning Indonesian language. This research is a qualitative research using descriptive analysis method. The research concludes that the analyzed poems represent acts of injustice, such as commutative and recreative injustice. The results of this research showed: (1) Representation of commutative injustice was found in the poem entitled â€œTanahâ€ that revealed the peopleâ€™s demand of justice caused by land expropriation;(2) Representation of recreative injustice was found in the poem entitled â€œBatas Panggungâ€ that revealed the opposition caused by the lack of freedom in voicing their aspirations;(3) The implication of this research can be used by teachers and students as learning materials for literary study.

Keywords: representation of injustice, poetry, critical literacy
SELF-INTEGRITY OF THE MAIN CHARACTER IN THE MOVIE THE RON CLARK STORY BY RANDA HAINES (A STUDY OF PSYCHOANALYSIS THEORY)
Authors: Apriani Tuti
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

This research examined the self-integrity of the main character in the movie The Ron Clark Story by Randa Haines. The focus of this research was to know the self- integrity through the portrayal of personality by using Carl Gustavâ€™s psychoanalysis theory. This research used Jungâ€™s psychoanalysis theory which focused on consciousness, personal consciousness, and collective consciousness. This research used qualitative method by taking steps using data collection, data analysis, and data presentation. The result of this research show that Ron Clark is a main character who has self-integrity because the personal consciousness and collective consciousness dominate more than his consciousness or ego.

Key words: main character, self-integrity, psychoanalysis, and movie.
TWOFER: USING CDA IN THE CLASSROOM FOR ENHANCING STUDENTSâ€™ LANGUAGE SKILLS AND CRITICAL THINKING
Authors: Hidayati Istiqlaliah Nurul
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

Nowadays, through technology, information spreads very rapidly. When something happens in one place, in a second it can be known by other people in other faraway places. Unfortunately the information is not always true. Many irresponsible people create misleading information and spread it massively which is known as hoax. This misleading information can provoke many bad effects even sometimes it is dangerous. The hoax can contain hatred, false health information, untrue disaster warning, and so on. This phenomena cannot be ignored. There have been many victims. To protect people from hoax can be done by training their critical thinking ability. One of the ways to make people able to think critically is through the implementation of critical discourse analysis (CDA). This research is aimed at building studentsâ€™ critical thinking and also improving their English skills through the use of CDA. The method employed in this study was action research which was also completed by a focused group discussion. The research result shows that the students could improve their English skills and became more critical in writing a response to a text given by the lecturer by analyzing the text using the principles of CDA, not merely relying on their own opinion.

Keywords: Critical Discourse Analysis; Critical Thinking Ability; English Language Skills
PHRASEOLOGY DISCOURSE IN AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERâ€™S COMMUNICATION
Authors: Batubara Khairunnisa
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

This writing deals with the types of phraseology in air traffic controllerâ€™s communication. The objective of this writing is to find out the types of phraseology used in communication between ATC of KNIA and pilot. The source of this writing is an air traffic controller of KNIA. The data of this writing are the communication between controller and pilot which spoken in statements or commands called phraseology (words and phrases). Descriptive qualitative method is applied as a qualitative design in conducting this research. The instrument of data collection is voice recorder to record the data.

Keywords: phraseology, air traffic controller, communication
Google Translate as an Alternative Tool for Assisting Students in Doing Translation : A Case Study at Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia
Authors: Herlina Ninin , Dewanti Ratna , Lustiyantie Ninuk
Published: January 2019

Abstract

The paper examines the use of Google Translate as an Alternative tool for assisting students at Universitas Negeri Jakarta, Indonesia to translate and develop their knowledge and skills in doing Translation. The participants of the study were 36 students at the Applied Linguistic of Doctoral Program at Universitas Negeri Jakarta who had registered of the year 2017. Based on literature  review, analysis of the collecting data, and an assessment of the course content and activities inside and outside the learning process, the findings suggest that most Applied Linguistic of Doctoral Program students at Universitas Negeri Jakarta recognize Google Translate as  an Alternative tool for doing references book translation. In fact, some students reported that they could optimally ,benefit from self-learning if they were assisted to use Google Translate effectively. Moreover, using Google Translate for doing classroom tasks and reference books translation encourage students to study independently, and to shape their own strategies for solving language problem.

Keywords : Google Translate, Alternative Tool, Translation, Assisting Student
POLITENESS PRINCIPLE: PRESIDENT JOKO WIDODOâ€™S SPEECH ACT IN VIDEO BLOG
Authors: Mufliharsi Risa , Pratiwi Heppy Atma
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

The aim of the research is analyzing the utterances of Mr. Joko Widodo as president of Indonesia with vloggers. In this study, the writer analyzes the rules of president conducting his utterances at vloggersâ€™ vlogs. The vlogs taken from skinnyindonesian24 which has 1.3M subscribers and Arif Muhammad which has 1.5M subscribers (data per November 25, 2018). The data taken and analyzed both qualitative and quantitative data. The elaboration of the methods used to measure language politeness, to count the data whether politenes or not. The data taken from Arif Muhammadâ€™s vlog (1.596.033 subscribers) which entitle  Ngevlog bareng Presiden and SkinnyIndonesian24 were created by brothers Andovi da Lopez and Jovial da Lopezâ€™s vlogwho have 1.344.548 subscribers entitleHow to Become a President. The result of this research imply both of the vlogs Mr. Joko Widodo applies politeness strategies even in informal situation both vlogs. He acts extraordinary pragmatic forces and high politeness. So that, the audience gets the emotion, sympathy and persuasion of those who watches of them at vlog.

 Keywords: politeness principal, speech acts, vlog, pragmatics
IMPROVING ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS THROUGH SCIENTIFIC METHOD ASSISTED GRAPHIC MEDIA (Action Research at SMPN 1 Cikidang Sukabumi)
Authors: Mulyani Eni , Iskandar Ifan
Published: January 2019

Abstract

 

The objectives of this study were to find out the effect of implementation of scientific method assisted by graphic media to improve students' English speaking skills. The research used action research design. The subjects were 30 second year eight class students of SMPN 1 Cikidang Sukabumi. Observation, interviews, stionnaires, and documentation were employed to collect the data of the studentsâ€Ÿ learning ctivities and speaking tests were conducted to identify studentsâ€Ÿ speaking achievement. In the scientific method students carry out observing, asking, trying, reasoning and communicating activities, where these activities can train students to speak English. The implementation of this study by applying the scientific method assisted by graphic media is as much as two cycles. In the pre-action stage there were 2 students with a percentage of learning completeness of 6.7%, after the action applied in the first cycle, as many as 8 students with a percentage of learning completeness 26.7% and English speaking skills of students after the second cycle, as many as 28 students with a percentage of 93.3% learning completeness. So, it can be concluded that the scientific method assisted by graphic media can improve English speaking skills of class VIII H students of SMPN 1 Cikidang Sukabumi.

 

Keyword:  scientific method, graphic media, English speaking skill.
MORAL VALUE VIOLATIONS IN AN AMERICAN TRAGEDY NOVEL BY THEODORE DREISER (A Study of Psychoanalisis)
Authors: Agunginardi Muhammad Briyan , Rahmat Aceng , Rozi Fahrur
Published: January 2019

ABSTRACT

 

This research is a qualitative research. The technique is content analysis using the data in the form of words, phrases, and sentences. Writer uses a psychoanalysis study. In revealing moral values infringement, writer focuses on three questions; how are the type, cause, and effect of moral values violations in the story. Based on psychoanalysis, there is a moral value infringement. The type of moral values infringement is a murdering case. The cause of moral values violations is a self ambition to reach wealth and prosperity. The effect of moral values violations is a charge of death sentence. Based on the research, there are practical implications in education; to improve the quality and quantity of literature learning in high schools in accordance with the objectives contained in the curriculum. Teachers invites the students to enjoy literature study to differ on good and bad moral teachings and to enhance their ability in using English.

 

Keywords: Moral, psychoanalisis, novel
KUALITAS BUTIR TES PILIHAN GANDA PADA PROGRAM KEAHLIAN TEKNIK GAMBAR BANGUNAN
Authors: Juliyanto Juliyanto , Murtinugraha R Eka , Arthur Riyan
Published: January 2019

Multiple choice test is generally used in midterm examinations, especially for the tenth grade students of Graphics Engineering in SMKN 1 Jakarta. Some of the subjects which use this type of test are Building Construction and Engineering Graphics. Nevertheless, the quality of each question of the tests has not been proven yet. Therefore, analysis towards the quality of each question on the test is needed. This research aims to know the quality of each question in multiple choice tests made by teacher for all subjects in civil engineering program SMKN 1 Jakarta. Qualitative descriptive method would be used in this research.
The result of this research shows that Building Construction and Engineering Graphics have good content validity and construct validity, high reliability questions, proper difficulty levels (proportionally divided), effective tricky questions, and properly used bahasa Indonesia. Thus, hese multiple choice questions can be used as a reference in making other multiple choice questions for the next midterm examination week, under the condition that improvements are done throughoutly in order to achieve maximum result. To this point, it can be concluded that multiple choice questions, in graphics engineering program already have good quality.
Hubungan Hasil Belajar Kewirausahaan dengan Minat Berwirausaha pada Siswa Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan (SMK) Negeri 4 Jakarta Bidang Keahlian Teknik Bangunan
Authors: Handayani Wawan , Daryati Daryati , Murtinugraha R. Eka
Published: January 2019

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara hasil belajar kewirausahaan dengan minat berwirausaha. Masalah yang diajukan dalam penelitian ini adalah; Apakah terdapat hubungan positif antara hasil belajar kewirausahaan dengan minat berwirausaha. Hipotesis penelitian ini adalah; terdapat korelasi/hubungan positif antara hasil belajar kewirausahaan dengan minat berwirausaha.

Penelitian ini dilakukan di SMKN 4 Jakarta pada semester genap tahun ajaran 2007/08. Populasi penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas XI(Tingkat II) Bidang Keahlian Teknik Bangunan dan sampel diambil pada program keahlian Teknik Konstruksi Kayu (Teknik Perabot Kayu) tingkat II. Metode penelitian yang digunakan yaitu metode korelasional. Pengukuran menggunakan dua instrumen yang berbeda; untuk instrumen hasil belajar kewirausahaan diperoleh dari nilai rapor/ LHS pada siswa semester 4/genap tahun ajaran 2007/08, sedangkan untuk minat berwirausaha menggunakan angket/kuesioner. Nilai rata-rata hasil belajar sebagai variabel bebas (X) adalah 7,57 dan skor rata-rata minat berwirausaha sebagai variabel terikat (Y) adalah 135,59.

Uji persyaratan analisis yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah uji normalitas dan uji linieritas. Uji normalitas digunakan digunakan uji One Sample Kolmogorov-Smirnov untuk hasil belajar kewirausahaan dan minat berwirausaha adalah 0,200 dan 0,200. Data berdistribusi normal karena Angka/ nilai pada signifikasi untuk seluruh variabel lebih besar dari 0,05. Untuk menguji linieritas, peneliti menggunakan Test for Linearity. Dari hasil pengujian data output diperoleh dan diketahui bahwa nilai signifikasi pada liniearity sebesar 0,000. Karena signifikasi kurang dari 0,05 maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa antara variabel hasil belajar kewirausahaan dan minat untuk berwirausaha terdapat hubungan yang linear. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan korelasi product moment yang dilanjutkan dengan uji t. Koefisien korelasi yang diperoleh adalah sebesar 0,992 yang berarti hubungan tersebut sangat kuat.
Evaluasi Pelaksanaan Pembimbingan Dosen Pembimbing Terhadap Mahasiswa PPL FT UNJ
Authors: Daryati Daryati
Published: January 2019

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengevaluasi pelaksanaan bimbingan oleh dosen pembimbing PPL dalam melaksanakan bimbingannya kepada mahasiswa PPL.

Penelitian dilakukan di Fakultas Teknik Universitas Negeri Jakarta dan SMK se-Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, dan Bekasi yang digunakan untuk tempat PPL mahasiswa Fakultas Teknik Universitas Negeri Jakarta. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada semester 096 atau semester genap tahun akademik 2011/2012.         

Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode deskriptif. Data diperoleh dengan pengisian angket oleh dosen pembimbing PPL dan mahasiswa PPL serta guru pamong sebagai verifikasi data.

Sebagai populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah dosen-dosen Fakultas Teknik dari semua program studi kependidikan yang membimbing PPL pada semester genap 2011/2012. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah 21 dosen pembimbing dari  total 41 dosen pembimbing PPL. Untuk verifikasi data penulis mengambil sampel dari mahasiswa peserta PPL FT UNJ sebanyak 69 mahasiswa PPL dan guru pamong sebanyak 47 guru pamong. Semua sampel diambil secara acak (random sampling). Untuk mengetahui pelaksanaan pembimbingan PPL oleh guru pamong dilakukan analisis dengan persentase.

Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa mayoritas dosen pembimbing sudah membimbing secara baik. Pembimbingan dilakukan mulai dari saat pembekalan PPL hingga pasca latihan praktik mengajar. Kehadiran dosen pembimbing masih kurang dari yang seharusnya sehingga perlu ditambah.
History Matching the Full Norne Field Model Using Seismic and Production Data
Authors: Lorentzen Rolf J. , Luo Xiaodong , Bhakta Tuhin , Valestrand Randi
Published: January 2019

In this paper, we use a combination of acoustic impedance and production data for history matching the full Norne Field. The purpose of the paper is to illustrate a robust and flexible work flow for assisted history matching of large data sets. We apply an iterative ensemble-based smoother, and the traditional approach for assisted history matching is extended to include updates of additional parameters representing rock clay content, which has a significant effect on seismic data. Further, for seismic data it is a challenge to properly specify the measurement noise, because the noise level and spatial correlation between measurement noise are unknown. For this purpose, we apply a method based on image denoising for estimating the spatially correlated (colored) noise level in the data. For the best possible evaluation of the workflow performance, all data are synthetically generated in this study. We assimilate production data and seismic data sequentially. First, the production data are assimilated using traditional distance-based localization, and the resulting ensemble of reservoir models is then used when assimilating seismic data. This procedure is suitable for real field applications, because production data are usually available before seismic data. If both production data and seismic data are assimilated simultaneously, the high number of seismic data might dominate the overall history-matching performance.

The noise estimation for seismic data involves transforming the observations to a discrete wavelet domain. However, the resulting data do not have a clear spatial position, and the traditional distance-based localization schemes used to avoid spurious correlations and underestimated uncertainty (because of limited ensemble size), are not possible to apply. Instead, we use a localization scheme that is based on correlations between observations and parameters that does not rely on physical position for model variables or data. This method automatically adapts to each observation and iteration.

The results show that we reduce data mismatch for both production and seismic data, and that the use of seismic data reduces estimation errors for porosity, permeability, and net-to-gross ratio (NTG). Such improvements can provide useful information for reservoir management and planning for additional drainage strategies.
Effectiveness of rituximab in neuromyelitis optica: A meta-analysis
Authors: Gao Fulin , Chai Bingyan , Gu Cheng , Wu Ruipeng , Dong Tong , Yao Yuping , Zhang Yi
Published: January 2019

Background: Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is a severe autoimmune disorder of inflammatory central nervous system, which often resulting in paralysis or blindness. Rituximab (RTX) is a mouse-human chimeric monoclonal antibody specific for the CD20 antigen on B lymphocytes used to treat many autoimmune diseases. To evaluate the effectiveness of RTX, Disability and relapses were measured by the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) and annualized relapse rate (ARR) ratio. This review performed a meta-analysis of the efficacy of rituximab use in NMO.
Methods: We searched through the databases of PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library. We compiled 27 studies in this meta-analysis: 19 used ARR ratio, 23 used EDSS score, and there are 15 studies in the two main variables. Differences in the ARR ratio and EDSS score before and after rituximab therapy were the main efficacy measures. After a consistency test, the publication bias was evaluated and a sensitivity analysis was performed with mean difference (MD) of the efficacy of rituximab.
Results: A meta-analysis of 27 studies with 607 participants total was conducted. NMO patients have antibodies against aquaporin 4 autoantibody (AQP4-Ab) were recorded in 456 of 607 (75.12%). Rituximab therapy resulted in a mean (WMD) −1.58 (95%CI, −1.85 to −1.32) reduction in the mean ARR ratio and a mean (WMD) −1.17 (95%CI, −1.37 to −0.97) reduction in the mean EDSS score. 351 of 558 patients (62.9%) reached a relapse-free state. 107 of 607 (17.63%) patients had adverse reactions.
Conclusions: RTX has acceptable tolerance, reduces the frequency of relapse, and improves disability in most patients. However, treatment with RTX in reducing health-care costs， improving functional outcome and reducing adverse effects should be carefully addressed in future studies.