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The Advertising and the Other Marketing Communications of Luxury Goods – Archetypal, Semiotic and Narrative Aspects
Authors: Kaftandjiev Christo
Published: August 2023

The semiotics and the theory of archetypal appeals are the main tools used here to analyse the advertising and the other marketing communications of luxury goods. The semantic field of the phenomenon “luxury”, based on the Anglo-Saxon thesaurus, is introduced at the beginning. The archetypal appeals of the power, light, youth, beauty and the centre in the marketing communications of luxury goods and their intercultural and postmodern interpretations are studied on the basis of this semantic filed.

The concept of "beauty" from the theory of marketing narratives is examined in the next part of the article. The reason is that the admen actualise predominantly beautiful celebrities in the marketing communications of the luxury goods. The archetype of beauty is related closely with the communicative strategy "endorsement". The marketing communicators use the endorsement communicative strategy in the advertising of luxury goods very often.
Sectoral Herding Contagion on Eve of New Year
Authors: Bukhari Faisal
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study is to investigate herding contagion on the eve of the new year (2015-2019) last three years data excluding due to Covid 19 effect on stock markets. This research work focuses on the cross-country behavioural linkages of investors between US and Chinese stock markets. This study employs a return dispersion model to identify the consensus among the participants of the market (Chang et al., 2000). The first aim of this study is to examine herding contagion by Cross Sectional Absolute Deviation (CSAD) between domestic and foreign countries. The findings of this study depict that herding contagion appeared during the new year, however, the intensity of herding contagion negligible during the new year within the aggregate and sectoral data sets. This paper highlights stock markets and sectors for investors to get the maximum advantage of portfolio diversification. Therefore, stockholders require to alter their portfolios according to the situation in the market to diversify risk. The study suggests that investors and asset managers should analyse the sectoral performance of stock markets during such situations before making a portfolio.
Does a ‘Creativity Crisis’ Truly Exist Among Science Learners?
Authors: Barai Dr. Bikash , Saha Rajesh Kumar
Published: August 2023

The study aimed to understand the change in science learners’ creative potential from the perspective of their teachers. It was explored through changes in a few important factors of creativity - Ideation, Intrinsic motivation, Self-efficacy, and grit. The study was conducted through a web-based descriptive survey using a questionnaire. The samples consisted of teachers in India who teach science at various degree colleges and universities. The analysis of the data revealed that the creative potential of science learners has improved over the years, thus reducing the creativity crisis, with the exception of grit, which has shown a downward trend.
Causality in Machine Learning: Innovating Model Generalization through Inference of Causal Relationships from Observational Data
Authors: Morandé Swapnil , Tewari Veena
Published: August 2023

Extracting causal mechanisms from observational data represents a paradigm shift for machine learning, unlocking more robust generalization capabilities. This quantitative study investigates techniques to infer directed causal graphs from diverse datasets using constraint-based, score-based, and neural structure learning algorithms. Results demonstrate score-based methods for recovering meaningful causal relationships from complex, high-dimensional data across domains including healthcare, finance, and computer vision. The inferred causal graphs exhibit explanatory power and invariance, containing domain-general insights unavailable from statistical correlations alone. Integrating discovered causal relationships shows significant potential to enhance model generalization and accuracy by facilitating accurate extrapolation, increased robustness to distribution shifts, transfer learning, and interpretability. However, performance remains contingent on domain knowledge and dataset biases. Further innovation in causal discovery and rigorous evaluation of generalization improvements is imperative. Overall, equipping machine learning with causal reasoning abilities allows more reliable, adaptable, and trustworthy systems. This research crystallizes the imperative and concrete path toward assimilating causal inference into machine learning. Limitations exist, necessitating ethical and responsible integration. Nonetheless, by elucidating initial integrating techniques, this pioneering study illuminates promising frontiers at the intersection of causality and machine learning toward more powerful intelligible systems.
Explaining the W-boson Mass in the Context of the Supersymmetric 331 Model
Authors: Rodriguez Marcos
Published: August 2023

We present the Minimal Supersymmetric 331 Model as a possibility to resolve the recent excess at the \(W\)-boson mass reported by the CDF collaboration, using a new sextet Higgs boson. If this scalar field, \(S^{\prime}\), obtains a vacuum expectation value of a few GeV, we will also analyze the boson masses for all new extra gauge bosons from this model, namely \(Z^{\prime}, V^{\pm}\) and \(U^{\pm \pm}\) and their mixing. We will show that all the masses of these new gauge bosons are in agreement with current experimental limits.
ОРГАНІЗАЦІЙНО-ІНСТИТУЦІЙНІ ОСНОВИ СОЦІАЛЬНОГО ЗАХИСТУ ГРОМАДЯН НА РИНКУ ПРАЦІ
Authors: КЛОЧКО Олексій , ІОНОВА Ірина
Published: August 2023

Схарактеризовано організаційно-інституційні основи соціального захисту громадян на ринку праці. Мета дослідження полягає у визначенні сутності соціально-трудових відносин, а також відповідного інституційного забезпечення як основи соціального захисту громадян на ринку праці в сучасних умовах. Доведено, що організаційною основою системи соціального захисту громадян є налагоджена система соціально-трудових відносин на ринку праці. У статті уточнено визначення соціально-трудових відносин як комплексу адміністративно-правових, соціально-економічних, морально-психологічних прийомів та методів, спрямованих на процес включення робочої сили у ринок праці, а також як систему взаємовідносин між роботодавцями та найманими працівниками, що націлені на забезпечення достатньо рівня та якості життя громадян. У дослідженні сформульовано, що організаційною основною застосування системи соціального захисту громадян є налагодження ефективних соціально-трудових відносин між усіма суб’єктами на ринку праці. За результатами вивчення наукових джерел було установлено, що основними видами соціально-трудових відносин є: патерналізм, партнерство, конкуренція, солідарність, субсидіарність, конкуренція, конфлікт (за А. Колотом). За критеріями, визначеними О. Козновою, досліджено іншу класифікацію видів соціально-трудових відносин: за змістом діяльності, за суб’єктами, за об’єктом повноважень, за характером розподілу доходів, за способом спілкування, за ступенем регламентованості. Запропоновані класифікації ні в якому разі не виключають одна одну, а, навпаки, доповнюють одна одну, слугують для формування складного цілісного уявлення про соціально-трудові відносини на ринку праці України. Головні завдання та напрями соціального захисту безробітних реалізовуються через мережу відповідних державних установ. Державна служба зайнятості є головною інституцією, що забезпечує реалізацію державної соціальної політики з питань соціального захисту безробітних громадян. Установа є уніфікованим сервісним центром надання соціальних послуг та соціальної допомоги громадянам, які втратили роботу і потребують працевлаштування. У свою чергу, установа, що регулює соціально-трудові взаємовідносини між суб’єктами ринку праці, забезпечує контроль за дотриманням трудового законодавства, це – Державна служба України з питань праці. Означені установи становлять базу інституційного забезпечення системи соціального захисту безробітних громадян. На них покладені завдання політики зайнятості щодо надання відповідних соціальних послуг та допомог.
Dataset for Stereotype Threat Contributes to Poorer Recall Performance Among Undergraduate Students with Problematic Drinking Patterns
Authors: Johnstone Samantha , Courtenay Kesia , Girard Todd
Published: August 2023

Summary participant-level data reported in "Stereotype Threat Contributes to Poorer Recall Performance Among Undergraduate Students with Problematic Drinking Patterns" (Johnstone et al. 2023). The Toronto Metropolitan University REB approved the project in accordance with the Canadian Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS2) on ethical conduct for research involving humans and all participants provided informed consent and were debriefed at the end.
A Relevance-Theoretic Approach to the Subtitle Translation of Farewell My Concubine
Authors: Li Qidi
Published: August 2023

This paper investigates the subtitle translation of the film Farewell My Concubine  from a relevance-theoretic perspective. The Chinese film Farewell My Concubine has been well-received in China as well as in other parts of the world and marked a milestone in Chinese film history. Its subtitle is rich in Chinese culture-loaded words, which may pose difficulties for both the translator to translate and for the oversea audience to understand. To explore the reasons for the warm reception of the subtitle translation of Farewell My Concubine among international audiences, this paper takes a relevance-theoretic approach to analyze the translation of culture-loaded expressions in the film, including mainly three types: Beijing Opera jargon, the Beijing dialect, and Chinese idioms. Through a detailed case study, this paper finds that the translator flexibly uses different translation strategies, such as domestication and foreignization, for different texts and contexts to cater to the audience’s cognitive environment. Meanwhile, the translator also takes into account the features of subtitles, which are often limited by time and space, and accordingly makes reasonable omissions of the translated texts. From the perspective of relevance theory, the translator realizes optimal relevance and delivers the subtitle information accurately to the target audience. This paper also proves that relevance theory, as a cognitive pragmatic approach to communication, is a useful tool for translation studies.
Politeness Strategies in Computer Mediated Communication (CMC): An Issue of University Professors and Students.
Authors: ABAYA RUTH , LILIAN MAGONYA , ONGARORA, DAVID
Published: August 2023

This paper examines the politeness theory in the light of Austin & Searle’s speech act theory as reflected in CMC between students and their lecturers or supervisors. Thus politeness aspects were analyzed as enacted in the five categories such as: Assertives, commisives, directives, expressives, and declaratives. The paper also examined politeness in other language aspects that are usually present in any form of communication, such as: Address phrases, meeting requests, request for reply, and adjunct phrases. The objective of this article was to shed light on the politeness strategies employed by the lecturers and students in their e-communication through Whatsapp and SMS (short messages or text messages) platforms. Fifty communications were downloaded from the lecturers’ phones through their permission and the students’, which were used as data for this study. Five lecturers and seven postgraduate students made the population of this study. The findings indicated that students seem to be comfortable using this mode of communication, and it is important to understand how students and lecturers make choices and how these choices affect the perception of the cultural appropriateness of CMCs. The results also revealed that elements of politeness greatly decrease in the follow-up messages, that is, messages that require some kind of response. From the study, lecturers adhered to formal language use as compared to the students in their communication.
Focalization in Ralph Waldo Ellison’s Invisible Man
Authors: Kosasih Marcella Melly
Published: August 2023

This research deals with focalization as an important aspect of narratology developed by structuralists. This research aims to explore how the new concept of point of view in narrative theory differ from traditional concept. In doing so, the researcher applied the new concept to the discussion and analysis of Ralph Ellison’s novel, Invisible Man. From the analysis, it is shown that Ralph Ellison has made use of multiple focalizers in telling the story, not of a single narrator, as analyzed by using the traditional concept of point of view. The use of multiple focalizations provides the readers with objective viewpoints by representing the perspectives of black and white people and, in turn, supports the racial issue the author wants to convey. The approach applied in this research is qualitative, and the data were gathered from the novel. From this research, it is hoped that the readers can have a better understanding of modern narratology and can later apply the theory in analyzing other works of fiction.
Linguistic Errors Committed by Iraqi MA Students in Writing Theses
Authors: Karimi Fatemeh , Lutfi Narmeen Abbas , Ibraheem Samir Jamal
Published: August 2023

Writing theses is an essential requirement for getting an MA degree in Iraq. MA students are required to produce a formal academic piece of writing concerning a certain assigned subject. A thesis must involve creative inspection of a topic based on the MA candidate’s own innovative ideas. As a result, it regularly yields significant and considerable ideas on a certain topic; it must be organized and written in terms of the standards for academic and knowledgeable presentation. However, MA students are frequently witnessed to commit various types of errors, among which are linguistic (syntactic and semantic) errors. Thus, the objective of this study is to analyze the linguistic errors regularly committed by MA students in writing their thesis, focusing on the reasons behind these errors and finding out the pedagogical recommendations which help students to overcome these problems. Based on the grammatical description of Quirk et al. (1985) and Huddleston and Pullum (2005), a qualitative analysis of twenty MA theses is made to provide an explanation and description of the errors committed by students and to detect the causes of these faults in the hope of finding a solution to such problematic issue. The paper concludes MA students’ errors occur due to the interference of L1, translation from L1, lack of or having confined awareness of L2 grammatical rules, and maybe students’ inattentiveness.
Discourse Analysis of “Fukushima Nuclear-contaminated Water” News Reports from the Perspective of Attitude in Appraisal Theory
Authors: Lu Zhang
Published: August 2023

The Japanese government’s plan to discharge contaminated radioactive wastewater from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant into the sea has sparked widespread concerns both domestically and internationally. Taking the attitude system of Martin’s Appraisal Theory as the theoretical framework, this study collects news reports on the Fukushima nuclear-contaminated water discharge plan from China Daily as the corpus. Through qualitative and quantitative analysis of the corpus, this study explores the distribution pattern and realization of attitudinal resources in these news reports, aiming to reveal the attitude and stance of China Daily towards the Japan’s plan. The study shows that appreciation resources rank top, accounting for more than half of the attitudinal resources, followed by affect resources and judgement resources, and among them, negative resources overweigh positive resources. Besides, through the use of attitudinal resources, China Daily tends to adopt a negative and concerned attitude towards Fukushima nuclear wastewater discharge plan. This study helps to effectively understand and express attitudes and stances in discourses.
A Study of the Complexities of Violence in the Horn of Africa Region
Authors: Hrishita Shah
Published: August 2023

This research paper examines the complexities of conflict in the Horn of Africa, with a particular focus on Somalia. The study investigates the multifaceted political, social, and economic factors that contribute to the widespread terrorism and violence prevalent in the region. A central element of this investigation involves an in-depth analysis of the organization known as Al-Shabaab, encompassing its historical roots, current activities, and potential future implications. The paper delves into the historical context of the conflict in Somalia, identifying key events and dynamics that have shaped the current situation. The examination of political factors encompasses an assessment of governance structures, power struggles, and regional and international involvement. Additionally, the study explores social drivers, such as identity issues, religious ideologies, and communal tensions, which contribute to the perpetuation of violence. Furthermore, the research paper addresses the economic dimensions of the conflict, including the role of resources, inequalities, and economic grievances in sustaining instability. A comprehensive evaluation of Al-Shabaab's origins, objectives, and tactics elucidates its significance in the conflict landscape. In seeking potential solutions, the paper considers both short-term measures and long-term strategies to resolve the conflict. The analysis encompasses efforts by regional and international actors, examining their successes and challenges in countering the violence and addressing the root causes. The identification of best practices and lessons learned from previous endeavours inform the formulation of effective approaches for lasting peace and stability. Overall, this research paper presents a thorough examination of the conflict in the Horn of Africa, shedding light on the intricate web of factors contributing to the persistence of violence in Somalia. By elucidating the actions and motivations of Al-Shabaab, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the conflict landscape. The proposed potential solutions aim to provide valuable insights for policymakers and stakeholders in their pursuit of sustainable peace and development in the region.
Concept of Product Responsibility Development and Quality Standardization of Processed Food Products to Improve Competitiveness and National Economic Development
Authors: Rusli Tami
Published: August 2023

This research was conducted with the aim of finding the development concept of product responsibility and quality standardization of processed food products. This research uses a normative juridical approach which is described descriptively analytically from legal materials and supporting data obtained, which is then analyzed qualitatively juridically. The results obtained from this research are that processed food producers have the responsibility to produce well by meeting the specified quality standards, and if their products harm consumers, they must provide compensation. The application of responsibility for processed food products still uses general legal instruments contained in the Civil Code and sectoral laws. Meanwhile, the implementation of food product standardization still uses legal instruments at the level of government regulations and decisions of the Head of BSN adopted from the provisions of international standards, so it has not provided legal certainty and strong coercive power. As a suggestion, in order to develop product liability and product quality standardization in the future, things that need to be done are strengthening regulations by forming the National Standardization System Law and the Product Liability Law, which include the principle of absolute liability and reverse proof.
Common Stumbling Blocks Encountered Throughout the Arabic-English Translation Journey
Authors: Boualam Khadija , Ennam Abdelghanie
Published: August 2023

In the realm of translation, it is highly recognized that the rendition process from Arabic to English poses numerous stumbling blocks that impede the smooth transfer of meaning and cultural nuances from the source text into its target version. Accordingly, this study delves into the common challenges encountered during the previously mentioned translation journey, exploring the main factors that contribute to the complexity of the task. By identifying these stumbling blocks, the research sheds light on the intricacies of translating between these two languages and aims to transcend communication obstacles and reduce misunderstandings between the source and target settings. For this reason, a comparative analysis of Arabic and English has been adopted to find out these languages' differences and implications for translation, thereby providing a clear vision of how to reproduce the original accurately in the target language. This method involves systematically comparing translations of texts from Arabic to English to uncover the specific issues that arise during the translation process, leading to the adoption of effective strategies. Ultimately, this paper reveals that the comparative analysis method adopted is highly beneficial in understanding the discussed issue. Findings offer valuable insights for enhancing translation accuracy and effectiveness, bridging the gap between the two languages, and fostering better cross-cultural communication. It is evident that the Arabic-English translation journey is a challenging endeavor that necessitates considerable effort and expertise. It shows that successful translators have to be very selective in the choices they make regarding language, strategies, and source text categorization to translate with great respect and transparency.
Motivation for User-Generated Translation on Chinese Online Video Platform
Authors: Ni Xiaodi , Tang Lijun
Published: August 2023

This article presents a socio-cultural study of user-generated translation (UGT), which is increasingly gaining momentum on Chinese social media platforms and presents itself as a subculture on online communities. Using Bilibili.com as the test-ground of study, this article designs an inclusive questionnaire and conducts sociological and psychological analysis on the motivation for UGT by 17 uploaders that are selected based on their different influence and translation field. The study finds that at least six categories of motivation contribute to these user-translators’ good-will practice, both altruistically and utilitarianly. We believe our methodology and findings can pave way for further investigation into the complexities and nature of this new type of audio-visual translation by grass-roots in a digital era and participatory culture.
Examining the Influence of Innovation, Market Orientation, and Entrepreneurial Orientation on Marketing Performance in the Batik Industry
Authors: David Andriyan  , Sholahuddin Muhammad , Imronudin
Published: August 2023

Pilang Village in Sragen Regency is renowned for its unique batik centers, known for their distinctive flora and fauna ornaments. The local government actively supports artisans by promoting innovation and providing assistance in design, production, and marketing. However, entrepreneurs in the creative industry face challenges related to fostering innovation, strategic planning, and embracing risk-taking to enhance marketing performance. This study investigates the influence of innovation, market orientation, and entrepreneurial orientation on marketing performance in the batik industry, focusing on batik craftsmen from Pilang Village. A sample of 53 respondents is selected using saturated or census sampling techniques, and data analysis is conducted through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) using the SmartPLS 3.0 application. The findings demonstrate that innovation, market orientation, and entrepreneurial orientation significantly impact marketing performance. Consistent product innovation, addressing customer needs, and following trends are crucial. Furthermore, emphasizing product marketing variations and modernizing production processes play a vital role. An entrepreneurial mindset that embraces risk-taking and proactiveness effectively boosts sales and marketing success. This study offers valuable insights into the batik industry's marketing dynamics, emphasizing the importance of customer-centricity, innovation, and entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in a competitive market.
Epilepsy Seizures Classification with EEG Signals: A Machine Learning Approach
Authors: Sajad Ulhaq  , Khan Gul Zaman , Imran Ulhaq  , Ullah Inam , Rabbi Fazal
Published: August 2023

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, which can significantly impact a person's life. Early and accurate diagnosis of epilepsy is crucial for effective management and treatment. The traditional methods for diagnosing epilepsy are deemed ineffective and costly. Epilepsy disease detection at an early stage is crucial. Machine learning techniques have shown promise in automating the classification of epilepsy based on various data sources, such as electroencephalogram (EEG) signals, clinical features, and imaging data. This paper presents a machine learning approach to epilepsy disease classification using EEG signal data. We have applied various machine learning models, including Random Forest, XGBoost, GradientBoost, Naive Bayes, Decision Tree, and Extra Tree, with some pre-processing and feature selection techniques. XGBoost achieved 98.93% training accuracy and 98.23% testing accuracy; Gradient Boost achieved 98.40% training and 98.20% testing accuracy; Extra Tree achieved 98.65% training and 97.85% testing accuracy; Random Forest achieved 97.42% training and 96.52% testing accuracy; Decision Tree achieved 92.6% training and 92.4% testing accuracy; Navies Bayes achieved 93.52% training and 92% testing accuracy. The XGBoost classifier achieved the highest accuracy among all other classifiers applied in the proposed research experiment.
Phrase-frames in Low- and Intermediate-level EFL Learners’ Essays: Variability, Structures, and Functions
Authors: Li Qidi
Published: August 2023

A recent trend in formulaic language research has been investigating phrase-frames, which are discontinuous formulaic sequences with a variable slot. The current study aims to investigate the phrase-frames used by low- and intermediate-level learners of English as a foreign language (EFL). The phrase-frames are extracted from a self-compiled learner writing corpus across nine grades, and they are analyzed in terms of their variability, structures, and functions. The results show that as learners studied for more years, they would use phrase-frames that are more variable. Besides, they would use phrase-frames of different structures more flexibly, especially function word frames, and use phrase-frames for more varied functions. Through the research into the characteristics of phrase-frames and discussion about the reasons behind the differences between groups, this study contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of formulaic language development in low- and intermediate-level EFL learners and provides some insights into formulaic language teaching.
Gender Awareness: Classroom Experiences of Senior High School Students
Authors: Generale Marissa , Emilyn Cubing
Published: August 2023

The goal of education is not just the facilitation of academic knowledge but also the expansion of understanding of concepts and issues which impact classroom experiences. This study looked into students’ level of awareness of gender laws, their perceptions of gender stereotypes, gender discrimination, and gender equality, and their views on gender issues as experienced in the classroom. Participants consisted of one hundred one (N=101) senior high school students from Lapu-lapu City, Cebu, Philippines. A mixed methods approach was used, which consisted of a survey protocol and a focus group discussion. Results show that there is moderate awareness of gender laws and mandates, disagreed on the presence of gender discrimination inside the classroom, and a neutral attitude towards gender tasks and perceived gender equality in the classroom. Thematic analysis revealed five themes: (1) perceived differences in behaviors between girls and boys inside the classroom; (2) perceived favorable attention given by teachers to boys than girls; (3) Science/ academic subjects go beyond gender; (4) equal right to learn regardless of gender; and (5) experiences on gender discrimination in the classroom.
Analysis of the Explanatory Factors of Hypertension in People Aged 30 to 64 in Benin
Authors: Houndjo André , Fiergbor David Doe , Owiredu Alexander
Published: August 2023

In Benin, hypertension is a leading cause of death and a significant contributor to the disease burden. This study aims to determine the explanatory factors of high blood pressure among people aged 30 to 64 years in Benin. We used data from Benin's 2017-2018 Demographic Health Survey to analyse hypertension determinants. Based on the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) score, the Probit model (5922.56) is a better fit for the data than the Logit model (5924.997). The probit estimate indicates that the likelihood of having high blood pressure increases, with odds ratios ranging from 1.1453 for the age group of 35-39 years to 1.9572 for the age group of 50-54. Being female, living in the South or Centre region, having higher education levels, and having diabetes also increase the likelihood of having high blood pressure. These findings provide insight into the factors that contribute to the prevalence of high blood pressure and may help inform public health interventions aimed at reducing its incidence.
Use of Health App for Booking Primary Health Care appointments in Buraidah, Qassim Province
Authors: Alharbi Turki , Saulat Jahan
Published: August 2023

The pattern of booking Primary Health Care appointments and use of Health apps for this purpose has not been evaluated in Qassim Province, Saudi Arabia. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the proportion of patients who booked appointments before attending primary health care centers (PHCCs), the magnitude of Health App usage for appointment booking, reasons for not taking appointments, ease of use and the level of satisfaction with the Health App, and the association of demographic factors with Health App usage. A cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey. The data were collected from the patients attending PHCCs in Buraidah City, Qassim province, Saudi Arabia. Overall, 282 respondents (164 males and 118 females) completed the survey. A total of 154 (54.6%) participants had booked their appointments on the day of the survey. Regarding Health App, 220 (78%) respondents had ‘ever used’ it for booking appointments at PHCCs. Reasons for not booking appointments included a lack of awareness about the app and ignorance of the importance of booking an appointment. Overall, participants expressed a high level of satisfaction with the Health Apps, particularly in terms of well-organized information and ease of learning to use the app. Factors associated with adherence to appointment booking included age (p<0.0001) and marital status(p<0.0001), with participants younger than 25 and older than 50 years being less adherent. Educational level (p<0.0001) and income (p<0.0001) also significantly influenced appointment booking. Similarly, factors associated with Health App usage included age(p<0.0001), marital status (p<0.0001), education level (p<0.0001), income (p<0.0001), and occupation (p<0.0001). The insights gathered from this study can inform healthcare providers and policymakers in enhancing the user experience of the Health App, ultimately leading to improved healthcare service delivery and patient outcomes.
COVID-19 Infographics in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alshammari Fawaz , Jahan Saulat
Published: August 2023

This research aims to evaluate the usage of social media platforms and infographics during the COVID-19 pandemic in Saudi Arabia. The study focuses on the infographics posted on Twitter accounts, including the official Saudi Ministry of Health and other governmental and private healthcare sectors. The aim of the study is to assess the response to COVID-19 infographics by analyzing their engagement metrics and to explore the topics and contents of COVID-19 infographics. A total of 166 infographics posted between January and June 2022 were analyzed using a cross-sectional design. The study explores various variables, including infographic characteristics, stand-alone effectiveness, initiation of actions, direct references to COVID-19, graphic representations, and text density. Data analysis was performed using SPSS software, and frequencies and percentages were used to describe categorical variables. The mean and standard deviation were used for continuous quantitative variables. Chi-square and Fisher's exact tests were employed to compare outcomes between the official MOH account and other health sectors. The results showed that 77.7% of infographics mentioned references or sources, and 56% were text heavy. Graphics were present in 56% of infographics, and 31.3% were structured. The majority (86.8%) of infographics were stand-alone entities. Moreover, 83.1% included data or information, and 57.8% focused on COVID-19 prevention aspects, with vaccination being the predominant topic (69.8%). Infographics with quotes had a statistically significant association with the number of likes, retweets, and quotes. Graphic representation and text density were also significantly associated with the number of likes and retweets for the infographics. The study underscores the importance of social media platforms and infographics in effective crisis communication during the pandemic and highlights areas for improving information dissemination and engagement with the public.
Depiction of Women in Arabic Proverbs: Pragma-Discoursal Analysis
Authors: Jendeya Hadil
Published: August 2023

This study investigates women's representation in Arabic proverbs, specifically those from Palestinian, Omani, Yamani, and Sudanese cultures, to answer the following questions: (1)Do these proverbs usually depict women as having low status? (2)What linguistic techniques are used in these proverbs the most frequently? (3)How is the intersection between critical discourse analysis and pragmatics manifested in these proverbs? (4)What are the most common character traits attributed to women in these proverbs? The study applied a descriptive method in its analysis of 106 Arabic proverbs from the Sudanese, Omani, Yamani and Palestinian cultures. First, it was determined whether all of the proverbs reflected poor status for women. Second, a linguistic configuration was performed in addition to focusing on the functions of pragmatics and discourse analysis to identify the most prominent linguistic and pragmatic patterns and their associated interpretations. Third, the numbers and percentages of positive and negative traits were calculated. The study comes to the conclusion most of the Arabic proverbs depict low status for women. Lexical cohesion, rhyme, lexemes and feminine anthroponyms are the most common linguistic tactics utilized in proverbs. Negative proverbs are more common than positive ones in their depiction of women's representation, and the common attributes attributed to women in proverbs are being unfocused, wicked and ill-natured.  In fact, this study demonstrates how the language of proverbs reflects women's inferiority compared to men in earlier cultures.
Hospitality Management Competency: Framework to Match Expectations of Academia and Industry in Ghana
Authors: Commey Vida , Amoako Sarkodie Noble , Kokt Desere
Published: August 2023

The main purpose of the study was to propose a framework to match the competencies of hospitality graduates with the expectations of hospitality industries in Ghana. The study adopted a qualitative research approach. Overall, 12 educators (five heads of departments and seven lecturers) were purposely selected from five (5) Technical Universities through a forum via Zoom to discuss the outcomes of the study in proposing the framework. The instrument used was a semi-structured interview guide. Thematic content analysis was used to analyse the data collected. The study results revealed that most of the educators, 10 (83.3%), were females and had worked for more than ten (10) years in the hospitality academic setting. The study revealed that there exists a gap between hospitality educators and the hospitality industry in Ghana. The study revealed that broader stakeholder consultation, student-related measures such as student orientation and specialization, technical/practical education, and lecturer-related measures such as encouraging lecturers to research and gain industry experience included measures to bridge the gap between hospitality academia and industry. Based on the findings and review of related literature, the study suggests a framework that can be implemented by hospitality educators in Ghana to match the competencies of hospitality graduates with those required by the hospitality industry.
RONA SEJARAH DAN BUDAYA MASYARAKAT PESISIR: JEJAK MARITIM DI LASEM
Authors: Adhitya Cahya , Erlangga Gery , Merina Merina
Published: August 2023

Indonesia dalam periode sejarah kuno hingga kontemporer saat ini senantiasa erat kaitannya dengan daerah-daerah maritim salah satunya yakni kota Lasem yang memiliki catatan sejarah perjalanan sejak masa Majapahit. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengemukakan eksistensi Lasem sebagai wilayah maritime dengan segala dinamika terwujudnya akulturasi budaya antara masyarakat sehingga menciptakan pola struktur masyarakat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian sejarah dengan pendekatan studi pustaka. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa Lasem memiliki peran sentral dalam lintasan sejarah bangsa Indonesia bahkan sejak zaman kerajaan Majapahit sebagai tempat berlabuh bagi kapal-kapal dagang yang berasal dari Nusantara maupun Mancanegara menjadikan wilayah ini memiliki interaksi yang cukup erat dengan para pendatang asing, khususnya orang-orang etnis Tionghoa. Sehingga dari jalinan interaksi tersebut, tercipta akulturasi budaya yang dapat dibuktikan melalui pola dan struktur ruang tata letak kota Lasem yang bernuansa perpaduan antara gaya arsitektur Jawa, Tionghoa, dan Arab. Kesimpulan yang didapat dari penelitian ini adalah eksistensi kota Lasem sebagai salah satu wilayah maritime di Pantai Utara Jawa tetap terjaga meskipun zaman yang telah silih berganti.
ANALISIS RANTAI PASOK DAN NILAI TAMBAH PRODUK SURIMI EKSPOR
Authors: Lailah Feby , Yuliati Nuriah , Syah Mirza Andrian
Published: August 2023

Pemilihan aliran rantai pasok merupakan kegiatan yang sangat krusial untuk dapat memuaskan pelanggan akhir dalam rantai pasok suatu produk. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi aliran rantai pasok surimi ekspor, menganalisis besarnya nilai tambah surimi ekspor, dan mengetahui permasalahan dan solusi dalam rantai pasok surimi ekspor di PT. Indo Lautan Makmur. Pengumpulan data primer dilakukan dengan metode observasi dan wawancara yang dibantu dengan kuesioner. Metode analisis data yang digunakan yaitu analisis deskriptif kualitatif dan metode nilai tambah hayami. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: 1) Terdapat aliran barang, aliran uang, dan aliran informasi yang mengalir dalam rantai pasok surimi ekspor dengan 3 pihak yang terlibat, yaitu CV. Valent Putra, PT. Indo Lautan Makmur, dan Teinstark CO., LTD. 2) Nilai tambah pada rantai pasok surimi ekspor di PT. Indo Lautan Makmur tergolong tinggi, yaitu sebesar 40,7%. 3) Ditemukan permasalahan pada produksi, manajemen, dan distribusi surimi ekspor. Solusi yang ditawarkan antara lain, perhitungan persediaan bahan baku, pembuatan kontrak bisnis, dan penggunaan truk berpendingin.
In-Silico Design and Evaluation of the Anti-Wolbachia Potential of Boron-Pleuromutilins
Authors: Ugbe Fabian Audu , Shallangwa Gideon Adamu , Uzairu Adamu , Abdulkadir Ibrahim
Published: August 2023

Filariasis (Lymphatic filariasis and Onchocerciasis) is a common neglected tropical disease caused by parasitic nematodes called filarial worms, which often host the Wolbachia bacteria. A good treatment approach seeks Wolbachia as a drug target. Here, a computer-aided design of some boron-pleuromutilin analogs was conducted using the ligand-based drug design approach while performing molecular docking investigation and pharmacokinetics analyses to evaluate their drug-likeness properties. The newly designed compounds (49a, 49b, and 49c) showed improved inhibitory activities (pEC50) over those of the template and the clinically relevant pleuromutilins (retapamulin and lefamulin) in the order; 49b (pEC50 = 9.0409) > 49c (8.8175) > 49a (8.5930) > template (49) (8.4222) > retapamulin (6.7403) > lefamulin (6.1369). Standard docking performed with OTU deubiquitinase (6W9O) revealed the order of binding energies; 49c (-88.07 kcal/mol) > 49b (-84.26 kcal/mol) > doxycycline (-83.70 kcal/mol) > template (-82.57 kcal/mol) > 49a (-78.43 kcal/mol) > lefamulin (-76.83 kcal/mol) > retapamulin (-76.78 kcal/mol), with the new compounds all showing good pharmacological interactions with the receptor’s amino acids. The new analogs were also predicted to be orally bioavailable with better pharmacokinetic profiles than the template, retapamulin, lefamulin, and doxycycline having no more than one violation of Lipinski’s ROF. Therefore, the newly designed compounds could be considered potential anti-filarial drug candidates.
Penggunaan Media Sosial Terhadap Kepercayaan Diri Remaja
Authors: Sahroni Imam , Daulay Annisa Arumaisyah , Fajariah Indah Suci , Alvi Illisa
Published: August 2023

Media sosial bagi remaja sudah menjadi candu yang membuat penggunanya tiada hari tana. Media sosial ini hadir sejalan dengan perkembangan teknologi informasi. Dengan menggunakan media sosial, seseorang bebas berkomentar dan membagikan pendapat dengan pengguna lain. Walaupun media sosial itu sering dipakai untuk menciptakan perasaan baik, tanpa sadar media sosial juga dapat menjadi boomerang bagi mereka sendiri sehingga dapat menimbulkan hal buruk. Dalam penelitian ini memakai metode penelitian kualitatif deskriptif, yaitu dengan menyebarkan angket kepada 10 responden remaja berusia sekitar 15-20 tahun. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui penggunaan dari media sosial terhadap kepercayaan diri pada remaja dan mengetahui dampak dari media sosial. Hasil dari penelitian ini ialah bahwasannya media sosial berdampak positif dan negatif tergantung penggunanya.
Budaya Partisipatif Stakeholder Dalam Mewujudkan Sekolah Yang Bermutu di SMP IT Al Ghazali Modern School Palangka Raya
Authors: Syarif Ahmad
Published: August 2023

Budaya partisipatif stakeholder internal di sekolah adalah salah satu usaha yang dilakukan untuk mewujudkan sekolah yang bermutu sehingga perlu dijabarkan setiap komponennya. Penjabaran budaya parisipatif komponen stakeholder internal tersebut  meliputi guru, siswa, orang tua serta staff administrasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan menjabarkan budaya yang dibentuk masing-masing komponen stakeholder internal dalam mewujudkan sekolah yang bermutu di SMP IT Al Ghazali Modern School Palangka Raya. Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini secara deskriptif kualitatif dengan melihat fenomena budaya partisipatif stakeholder internal sebagai objek dan komponen stakeholder internal sebagai subjek. Teknik pengumpulan data melalui obseravsi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini budaya partisipatif stakeholder internal dengan komponen guru, siswa, orang tua dan staff administrasi sekolah saling berhubungan satu sama lain dalam mewujudkan sekolah yang bermutu dan memiliki perbedaan karakteristik dengan sekolah-sekolah lain. Wujud dari budaya yang dimaksud meliputi budaya disiplin guru, tanggungjawab dengan tidak meninggalkan lingkungan sekolah, guru yang menjadi garda terdepan dalam memberikan pengetahuan baik pokok maupun tambahan kepada siswa. Siswa yang memiliki tanggungjawab akademis dan aktualisasi diri melalui program dan kegiatan yang dicanangkan sekolah. Orang tua yang memiliki rasa kepedulian tinggi terhadap sekolah yang diawali dengan pelibatan dalam berbagai kegiatan. Terakhir adalah staff yang professional dalam mengoganisasikan pekerjaan, transparan dan akuntabel dalam pencatatan administrasi keuangan yang bersumber dari siswa.
A TRAJETÓRIA EDUCACIONAL DA JUVENTUDE NEGRA MASCULINA
Authors: Restier da Costa Souza Henrique
Published: August 2023

Este artigo procurou apresentar de forma sintética e panorâmica os espaços sociais ocupados pelos homens negros no sistema educacional brasileiro e seus inúmeros desafios. Metodologicamente, sem nos atermos a nenhum grande arcabouço teórico específico, utilizamos duas abordagens: pesquisas quantitativas que se debruçaram sobre a trajetória educacional desse grupo do ensino básico até a pós-graduação e qualitativo, com alguns exemplos concretos de ações afirmativas preocupadas com a relação entre gênero (masculino e feminino), raça e educação. De modo geral, entendemos que as pesquisas, sobretudo quantitativas, que trabalham com o recorte racial e de gênero masculino, se encontram dispersas, dificultando um olhar mais geral e organizado sobre as trajetórias e dificuldades que os homens negros enfrentam na educação. Desse modo, não ganha densidade no debate público, e repercussão nas políticas educacionais. Diante dessa configuração, fizemos a seguinte pergunta: Seria legítimo a adoção de ações afirmativas voltadas prioritária ou exclusivamente para os homens negros na educação?
 
PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Educação. Juventude negra masculina. Ações afirmativas.
VISUALIZATION AND REALITY IN PACKAGED BEVARAGE ADVERTISING
Authors: Setyawan Denny Hendrifika
Published: August 2023

Visual and audio advertising media as information broadcast to audiences must consider advertising ethics because bombastic and manipulative visualizations and narrative sentences deceive the public by providing untruthful information. According to advertising ethics, ontology, and epistemology studies, revising the media’s presentation of product advertisements is imperative. Accordingly, this study utilizes a descriptive-quantitative method based on previous studies and direct observation of the "Adem Sari Chingku Sparkling" advertisement in 2017. Conclusions are drawn using the constructivism method. The results suggest that the presentation of "Adem Sari Chingku" advertisements in the modern era tends to be manipulative. The advertisements are presented with bombastic visuals and biased narratives to manipulate suggestions and lead the audience to develop certain assumptions about the advertisement. The suggestions made by the advertising media do not refer to the composition of the product's raw materials. The audience is led to believe that the product can relieve and cure heartburn.
THE AESTHETICS OF AGUS LEONARDUS’ POSTCARD PHOTOGRAPHY ON YOGYAKARTA SOCIO-CULTURAL ACTIVITIES
Authors: Yuniar Anang Ma'ruf Bagus , Prasetyo Andry
Published: August 2023

This text aims to assess the aesthetic value of Agus Leonardus' Yogyakarta social and cultural activities-themed postcard photography works from both ideational and technical perspectives. This research adopts a qualitative interpretative approach, describing the postcard photo works as data. The analysis utilizes Soedjono's aesthetic theory, which encompasses both technical and ideational aspects. The results of this study indicate that Agus Leonardus' photos ideationally highlight ideas and themes related to social and cultural activities in Yogyakarta. On a technical level, they demonstrate a skillful combination of various visual elements, such as lines, shapes, and lighting. The arrangement of these visual elements in Leonardus' works is carefully considered, ensuring that each photo complements and supports one another, thereby enhancing the aesthetic value of the overall collection.