bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
University Students' Perspectives on Sexual Orientations
Authors: Erzeybek Şemi Buse
Published: May 2024

The aim and scope is to reveal and examine the attitudes and opinions of the students towards LGBTI+s. The study was designed in quantitative-total population sampling method with the participation of 291 students. When the results obtained from the scales are analyzed, the scores obtained from the attitude scale towards Lesbians and Gays are found 33,07±8,75 which can be evaluated as slightly above the average, indicating that the participants are closer to negative attitudes, while the scores they get from the homophobia scale to be found 80,88 ±27,30, that is below the average, indicating that they are more tolerant. The family structure of the participants show that the father has a higher education level and is working; the mother is not working (63.5%), that is, the patriarchal structure is dominant. The answer to the idea of providing to (74%) or receiving from (78%) LGBTI+s was "wouldn't be a problem" to a large extent. It has been observed that there is no gender-based discrimination in attitudes towards homosexuality, homosexuality between men and women is considered equally (73%). When the homophobia scale is evaluated, it is noteworthy that the tolerance of individuals towards themselves or their families has decreased. So much so that about 62% of the participants were angry or bored at receiving sexual attention from their own gender and 22% were proud. In order to establish a positive relationship, health personnel must have the ability and competence to establish an accepting and respectful relationship. In this context, it would be useful to emphasize the necessity of continuing to include courses emphasizing cis-heteronormative cultural and social structure in the curriculum of students. Keywords: LGBTI+, sexual orientation, gender equality, social work, health worker
Navigating the Legal Uncertainty and Informality in Authoritarian Regimes: Legal Culture, Governance and Business Environment in Uzbekistan
Authors: Urinboyev Rustamjon , Dogan Erhan
Published: May 2024

Academic debates on law and society relations in authoritarian regimes continue to revolve around issues of the dysfunctional legal system, corruption and informality, clientelistic legal culture, and how the authoritarian regimes in this region deploy law as a means for suppressing dissent. However, in this article, we argue that the legal landscape of authoritarian regimes should not be viewed from the “black-and-white” perspective. Rather, there is a need for a comprehensive account of how the state law and non-state forms of normative ordering engage in mutually transforming interactions and thereby shape the legal landscape of authoritarian regimes. By examining the law as a social field and legally plural phenomenon, our aim in this paper is to contribute, both empirically and theoretically, to scholarly debates on the role of law in authoritarian regimes by showing that the law is not merely a tool of authoritarian control and repression but various social groups and actors can also harness it for their own purposes depending on the context, time, location, opportunity and situation. These processes will be investigated by presenting ethnographic case studies from Uzbekistan, an archetypal authoritarian regime in Central Asia.
Creation of a digital model of the location based on raster image in Topocad automated design system
Authors: Dorozhko Yevhen , Shtonda Yevgeny , Zakharova Elina , Sarkisyan Hor
Published: May 2024

Problem. This article analyzes and generalizes the technology of building a digital model of the area based on a raster image in the Topocad automated design system. The functional capabilities of this software complex and the features of creating digital models of the terrain and situation are considered. The methods of transformation of raster images, construction of situational elements and tools for editing the digital model of the terrain are presented. The issue of creating a digital spatial model based on a raster image is currently quite relevant due to the limited possibility of using paper media. The use of cartographic materials in digital format is becoming increasingly popular nowadays. Cartographic materials in paper form become unusable over time. A simple and reliable way to save cartographic materials is to transform them into digital terrain models. Goal. The purpose of this article is to analyze and generalize the technology of building a digital terrain model based on a raster image in the Topocad automated design system, consider the functionality of this software complex and the features of creating digital models of the terrain and situation. Methodology. The technical parameters and functionality of the Topocad software complex were analyzed. Topocad is an automated design (CAD) system, created specifically for processing the results of planar and linear surveys, creating CMM, preparing topographic drawings, geodetic support for construction, surveying support for the development of mineral deposits, collecting and updating GIS data. Results. The Topocad software complex is intended for the creation of an engineering digital model of the area based on the data of engineering and geodetic surveys, the preparation of the CMM for further design, and the release of topographic plans and tablets based on it. Materials and data created with the help of the Topocad program can be successfully used as a spatial basis for geo-information, cadastral and other systems of various purposes, conducting large-scale regular plans. The general principles of work extend to the creation and editing of all geometric elements, determination of the planned position of the thematic objects of the situation, construction of surface elements, etc. Each type of element has its own creation, editing and deletion commands. Originality. The considered sequence of works is quite simple and allows you to save paper cartographic materials. Practical value. The considered approach allows designers to use automated design systems when solving any tasks in the case of the availability of initial data in the form of a paper map, which will significantly simplify the complexity of the work, reduce its execution time and improve the quality of design results.
Research of an autonomous power source for elec-tric vehicles and their charging infrastructure
Authors: Hnatov Andrii , Arhun Shchasiana , Sokhin Pavlo , Ulianets Olha
Published: May 2024

Problem. The article is devoted to the development and research of autonomous power sources for electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure, with an emphasis on the use of hybrid inverters and battery management systems (BMS). The main attention is paid to the analysis of various designs of autonomous power sources, their efficiency and practical application. Goal. The purpose of the study is to determine the optimal parameters of autonomous power sources that would ensure a high level of efficiency and reliability when charging electric vehicles. Methodology. The methodology is based on an experimental study of different models of inverters and their impact on the overall performance of the system. For this, classical methods of electrophysics are used to determine the energy both generated and consumed by an autonomous power source for electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure. Methods of experimental research were also used, namely observation, comparison, experiment. Results. An autonomous power source for electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure has been developed. This development is based on the use of hybrid inverters, which are widely used in the construction of hybrid or autonomous solar power plants. A model for the implementation of an autonomous power source with hybrid inverters is proposed. The schematic implementation of the proposed model is given. Originality. The originality of the work consists in the development of a mathematical model that describes the different modes of operation of autonomous power sources and the analysis of the efficiency of the use of lithium-ion battery cells. Practical value. The practical significance of the research is revealed in the possibility of applying the developed solutions in various operating conditions, in particular at home, at military facilities and in the infrastructure of electric vehicles, which contributes to reducing dependence on centralized power supply and increasing environmental safety. The proposed designs of autonomous power sources for electric vehicles and their charging infrastructure make it possible to receive power from renewable energy sources.
Mathematical modeling of the vector control sys-tem of the asynchronous drive of the bridge crane with a fuzzy-controller for the purpose of increasing energy-efficiency
Authors: Zaliatov Artem , Zakiria Roman , Berezshna Olena , Malyhina Svetlana
Published: May 2024

The article solves the current scientific and technical problem of increasing the energy efficiency of the control system for asynchronous electric drives of lifting and transport equipment of enterprises in the engineering industry, in particular overhead cranes, characterized by a high level of dynamic load both in terms of mechanical and electromagnetic indicators. In order to compare the efficiency of control systems, computer modeling of vector control of an asynchronous electric drive was carried out using proportional-integral controllers and neuroregulators based on fuzzy logic. The results of the simulation are presented and the advantages of using a vector control system with a fuzzy neuroregulator in relation to an asynchronous electric drive of an overhead crane are shown, namely, increasing the energy efficiency of operation and reducing dynamic loads during sudden changes in the control signal, ensuring high accuracy of the control process. Goal. Study of the dynamics of an electric drive with a fuzzy controller to achieve improved energy efficiency indicators of material handling equipment. Methodology. An algorithm has been developed for the operation of a vector control system for an asynchronous electric drive of an overhead crane with a fuzzy controller. Computer models of electric drive vector control and vector control subsystems have been developed. A neuroregulator for a vector control system for an asynchronous drive of an overhead crane was synthesized. Results. Mathematical modeling of an electric drive with vector control and the use of proportional-integral and Fuzzy controllers in the electric drive speed loop showed the difference in dynamic modes. A system with a fuzzy controller shows better energy efficiency in transient processes. Power decrease is 15-20%. Conclusions. The simulation results indicate an increase in energy efficiency in transient processes when operating lifting and transport equipment with an asynchronous electric drive. In addition, the use of a fuzzy neuroregulator operating on the basis of Fuzzy logic in the control system makes it possible to create a high-precision asynchronous electric drive with smooth transient processes.
Results of experimental research of the process of forming reinforced concrete products by the centrifugation method
Authors: Blazhko Volodymyr , Lebedev Pavlo , Sayenko Leonid , Hryhorkiv Oleksiy
Published: May 2024

The method of conducting an experimental study of the process of forming reinforced concrete products is disclosed. The key factors influencing the quality indicators of the product being formed are defined and considered. On the basis of the conducted active, factorial experiment, a regression equation was compiled, graphical dependences of the influence of these factors on the process were obtained, rational parameters of the centrifugation process were determined, which are decisive in the manufacture of reinforced concrete products by the centrifugation method. Based on the results of laboratory experiment data processing, recommendations were developed for optimizing the operating parameters of industrial equipment for forming reinforced concrete products by the centrifugation method. Problem. When forming reinforced concrete products by the centrifugation method, some problems may arise, uneven distribution of the mixture in the mold body and of reinforcement, formation of voids or cracks, insufficient compaction of the mixture. If the parameters of the centrifugation process are not properly controlled, the quality of the products may vary, which may lead to deviations from specifications and standards. Problems with the deformation of the molds after forming the product can lead to damage to the product or difficulties in its removal. Goal. Based on the results of the conducted factorial experiment, recommendations are developed regarding the rational parameters of the process of forming columns of reinforced concrete supports for power transmission lines by the centrifugation method in the conditions of an operating technological line. Methodology. The basis of the research is the method of conducting a planned factorial experiment with further statistical processing of the obtained results using a computer program. Results. Based on the processing of the obtained results of the conducted factorial experiment, the following recommendations are suggested regarding the rational parameters of the process of forming reinforced concrete pillars for power lines by the centrifugation method in the conditions of an operating technological line.
Character Education Values of Kresna Character in Wayang Kulit Performance Lakon Kresna Duta by Ki Sigit Manggolo Seputro
Authors: Satoto Angga Bimo , Widayat Afendy , Hapsari Diah Retno
Published: May 2024

Current era of information and technology openness does not always have a positive impact on humans but there are also negative impacts, one of which is the moral decline in society, especially children and adolescents. One way to improve the morale of the nation's children is by reintroducing traditional arts which contain a lot of character education values in them, one of which is the wayang kulit performance. This study explores the values of character education in the character Kresna in the story Kresna Duta presented by Ki Sigit Manggolo Seputro. The data in this study were sourced from the transcription of the wayang kulit performance Kresna Duta by Ki Sigit Manggolo Seputro. The analysis technique used in this research is data analysis technique the Miles and Hubernam model.The results of this study reveal that there are 13 values of character education based on the perspective of the Ministry of Education of the Republic of Indonesia that exist in the figure of Kresna namely: 1) religious, 2) democratic, 3) friendly, 4) hard work, 5) honest, 6) independent, 7) love the motherland, 8) creative, 9) love peace, 10) responsibility, 11) appreciate achievement, 12) social care and 13) tolerance. Wayang kulit performance lakon Kresna Duta by Ki Sigit Manggolo Seputro can be a good alternative solution to increase the morale of the nation's youth, one of which is through the teachings of character education values.
Jugong as Traditional Fishermen's Formal Aesthetics in Karangtalun Village, Cilacap
Authors: Rochyat Indra Gunara , Noor Firdaus , Yusuf Adisti Ananda , Wiyono Erina
Published: May 2024

Jugong is a traditional fishing boat that holds great significance for the fishing community in Karangtalun Village, Cilacap. It is valued for its aesthetic qualities that are expressed through its unique characteristics. This paper explores the functional value of the jugong, the process of its creation by the fishermen, and the artistic expression involved in its design, with the ultimate goal of revealing the aesthetic value of the jugong in general. In order to approach, understand, and reveal the aesthetic values of the jugong, which comes from the village fishermen as cultural actors, this research uses the ethnoart perspective as a method. In order to reveal the functional values, we use functional aesthetic theory as an approach method. In addition, to understand how fishermen create jugong, we use mimetic style theory and the aesthetic theory of expression to reveal the fishermen's attitude and behavior during the process of jugong creation. The study results show that the aesthetic value of the jugong is reflected in the traditions that impose strict rules on the fishermen. The community also appreciates the sensitive attitude of the fishermen towards their cultural products by respecting their identity and pride, which includes their aesthetics.
Children and adults consider others’ resources when inferring their emotions
Authors: Doan Tiffany , Wu Yang
Published: May 2024

The amount of resources someone has can influence their emotional responses to events. Two preregistered experiments investigated whether adults and children consider others' resource quantities when inferring their emotions. Sixty adults (Experiment 1) and 135 8-10-year-olds (Experiment 2) saw stories about people wanting an item but differing in the number of items they have enough money to buy (ranging from 1 to 5). Participants rated how these people felt both when buying the item and when losing it. Both adults and children judged that the fewer resources someone has, the sadder they felt when the item was lost, and the bigger emotional change they experienced (relative to when buying the item). Adults also judged that the impact of resource scarcity on emotion was most significant when the person had depleted all their resources, as opposed to still retaining some to influence the negative outcome, and this pattern is emerging in children. These findings suggest that even when the same negative event occurs, adults and children as young as 8 consider others' available resources when inferring their emotional responses to the event.
The association between childhood maltreatment and multidimensional sleep health in a high-risk adolescent population
Authors: Zarchev Milan , Kamperman Astrid Mariska , Hoepel Sanne J.W. , Hoogendijk Witte JG , Mulder Cornelis L , Grootendorst Nina
Published: May 2024

Background – Impaired sleep following trauma such as childhood maltreatment is both a prognostic factor for future mental illness and a feasible intervention point. Yet, associations between childhood maltreatment and objectively measured sleep components are rarely found. New approaches advance the use of multidimensional sleep health scores instead. However, no such methodology has been used to study the consequences of maltreatment on sleep health in adolescent cohorts so far. We hypothesized that childhood maltreatment will be associated with poorer sleep health in adolescence.Methods – a cross-sectional sample of 479 adolescents from a high-risk population-based cohort (mean age 17.9) completed the Childhood Trauma Questionnaire short form (CTQ-SF) to assess five forms of maltreatment (emotional and physical abuse/neglect and sexual abuse) assessed as continuous sum scores. During 9 nights of actigraphy and sleep diary measurements data on sleep timing, duration, efficiency, and regularity was collected, which were combined into a sleep health composite score ranging from 0 to 6. Linear regression models were adjusted for age, sex, household income, ethnic origin, educational level, urbanization of living environment and parental psychopathological problems.Results – associations were found between all forms of maltreatment and poorer sleep health (p<.010). Partial r effect sizes ranged from -0.12 [95%CI = -0.21, -0.03] for sexual abuse to -0.17 [-0.25, -0.08] for emotional neglect. Sensitivity analyses indicated the results were robust to unmeasured confounding. Conclusions – maltreatment was associated with impairment in everyday sleep health, reflected in both subjective and objective measurements of sleep.
Poster: Artificial Grammar Learning Tasks using Speech Stimuli Reveal Intact, but Slower, Sequence Processing in Dyslexia
Authors: Jenkins Holly Elizabeth , Smith Faye , Riches Nicholas Greatorex , Wilson Ben , Petkov Chris
Published: May 2024

Statistical learning processes are important for language and reading development, and impairments in sequence processing abilities have been identified in language disorders such as dyslexia. Previous research suggests that these deficits may be particularly pronounced in more complex sequence processing tasks. Here, we tested adult dyslexic (n=10) and control (n=18) participants using two different artificial grammars and a suite of language and cognitive tests. The two grammars generated sequences of nonsense words containing either relatively simple adjacent dependencies or more complex nonadjacent dependencies (‘xAB’ and ‘AxB’ respectively, where ‘A’ elements predict ‘B’ elements and ‘x’ elements are uninformative). Participants were initially exposed to legal sequences, before making grammaticality judgements about sequences that were either consistent with or violated the dependencies. The control and dyslexic groups performed equally well, and detected violations of both grammars above chance levels as well as generalising the dependencies to novel vocabularies. However, dyslexic participants responded significantly slower, suggesting some differences in sequence processing, independent of sequence complexity. These results raise questions about whether some of the impairments observed in dyslexia are due to specific sequence processing deficits or may be the result of other difficulties, for example in phonological processing of speech sounds.
Does Interest Rate Impact Economic Growth? Empirical Insight from Nepal
Authors: Budhathoki Prem Bahadur , Bhattarai Ganesh , Upadhyaya Yadav Mani
Published: May 2024

Background: The relationship between interest rates, inflation, and non-performing loans on economic growth is debated in theoretical and empirical research. Hence, the study examines the effect of interest rate, inflation rate, and non-performing loans on the economic growth in Nepal.
Methods: The paper incorporated quarterly data spanning nine years (2011-2019) and consisted of 972 observations. The study collected secondary data from the official websites of Nepal Rastra Bank and the Ministry of Finance, Nepal. The study used a panel cointegration test and random-effect models to examine the long-run relationship between predictor and response variables.
Results: The impact of lending rate (LR) on economic growth is positive and statistically significant (β1 = 0.017, p < .01) in Nepal. Similarly, the coefficient of LNCPI (β2 = 0.687, p < .01) suggests that there is a positive relationship between the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The regression coefficient of CPI (β3 = -.001, p > .05) suggests that an increase in non-performing loans (NPL) led to a decrease in GDP. However, this relationship was not statistically significant for the Nepalese Economy.
Conclusion: The study concludes that the interest and inflation rates positively affect Nepal's economic growth. The findings indicate that policymakers, such as Nepal Rastra Bank, should maintain interest rates at an appropriate level.
Novelty: This study is novel because it thoroughly analyzes numerous observations over long periods to investigate the impacts of loan rates, inflation rates, and non-performing loans on economic growth in Nepal, improving its generalizability.
FUZZY MAXIMUM POWER POINT TRACKING CONTROLLERS FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS
Authors: AL-GIZI Ammar , MIRY Abbas , M. Hathal Hussein , CRACIUNESCU Aurelian
Published: May 2024

The design of an effective fuzzy maximum power point tracking controller plays a crucial aspect in enhancing the photovoltaic system’s efficiency. This article aims to design and compare the performance of symmetric and asymmetric types of fuzzy controllers’ maximum power point tracking algorithms. Depending on the BP SX150S module’ power-voltage attributes at standard technical conditions, the input membership function parameters are derived. Moreover, the effect of fuzzy memberships’ quantity is also examined in this article. Where Five and seven triangular memberships are used. For the simulation, MATLAB is used to assess the effectiveness of the fuzzy controllers. Simulation results show that the asymmetric controller outperforms the symmetric type in terms of transient and steady-state tracking for different numbers of membership functions. Specifically, when employed with 5-triangle memberships, the asymmetric controller outperforms the symmetrical controller in terms of rise time, tracking precision, and energy output, respectively, by 83%, 0.06%, and 14.14%. While, the rise time, tracking precision, and energy yield of 7-triangle memberships are all improved by 86.7%, 0.04%, and 14.78%, respectively. Using asymmetric type, 7-triangle memberships enhance the rise time and harvested energy by around 18.2% and 0.082%, respectively. Overall, the most effective tracking technique for enhancing the photovoltaic system’s efficiency is the asymmetric type, independent of the quantity of memberships.
A Concept of Death in Genus Pan: Implications for Human Evolution
Authors: McLean Katherine
Published: May 2024

An understanding of what death and dying entail is termed a concept of death (CoD), and the human CoD is often viewed as one of the characteristics that distinguishes our species. In this research, I identified an analogous understanding of death and dying in our closest living relatives—genus Pan. Linguistic frameworks designed for studying the CoD in human children look for evidence of understanding of several facets of death. I adapted these frameworks for the non-verbal Pan species, systematically analysing written and video recordings of chimpanzee and bonobo behaviours surrounding death within these new behavioural frameworks. I identified compelling evidence for the comprehension of several aspects of death, and thus for the presence of a human-like CoD in chimpanzees and bonobos. This has implications for our own evolutionary story and raises questions about what makes humans ‘human’.
Exploring Research-Related Design: A Comprehensive Information System for Knowledge Production—OntoChatGPT
Authors: Malakhov Kyrylo
Published: May 2024

This article presents a comprehensive methodology for enhancing the capabilities of conversational AI systems, focusing on ChatGPT, through the integration of ontology-driven structured prompts and meta-learning techniques. The proposed approach, exemplified by the RDWE OntoChatGPT system, demonstrates significant potential for improving productivity and expanding knowledge bases in specific subject domains and languages. By formalizing methods for creating and configuring structured prompts and context ontologies, the system enables ChatGPT to provide specific information using selected contexts, thereby enhancing its performance in handling data across diverse linguistic and domain contexts. Through empirical testing, the study evaluates the system’s effectiveness in providing accurate responses while also highlighting areas for further refinement. The methodology’s adaptability to other conversational AI systems based on large language models underscores its potential for broader application in natural language processing and dialogue sys- tems. Future enhancements aim to refine structured prompts and incorporate ad- ditional input data to further improve system performance and accuracy. Overall, this research contributes to advancing the capabilities of conversational AI systems, paving the way for more sophisticated and effective human-computer interactions in various domains.
Perspective-Correct Formation of Graphic Images
Authors: Romanyuk Oleksandr , Romaniuk Oksana
Published: May 2024

The article presents advancements in color reproduction techniques, enhancing the realism of graphic scenes. It introduces novel methods for accurate shading of three-dimensional objects, improves the Barenbrug perspective-correct texturing method, and proposes quadratic approximation for perspective-correct texturing, reducing computation time and error.
Sentiments Analysis on Twitter Towards Hoax Information on Social Media News
Authors: Suherman Ansar , Ferdi Ferdi , Maulana Harry Fajar , Putra Muhammad Rizal Ardiansah
Published: May 2024

Hoaxes are a perilous byproduct of huge technology advancements, particularly the rise of social media. Using Twitter as an example, it is one of the most popular social media platforms for information sharing, communication, and entertainment. As a consequence, Twitter users may readily propagate fake or hoax information. The aim of this study is to find public opinion about hoaxes derived from Twitter user conversations around COVID-19. This study makes use of Twitter data obtained from Drone Emprit Academic. This study examined all processed tweets and surveyed public opinion on "Hoaks" (including mentions, retweets, and replies). The DEA engine analyzes the word frequency and mood of Twitter users to determine if a predominant emotion is good, negative, or neutral. According to the study results, netizens remarked on the COVID-19, alleging that the appearance of the Delta type variation was caused by the vaccination, not the virus. They do not regularly check facts owing to boredom, laziness, and reliance on just one source of information verification. Furthermore, only information that corresponds to their interests and needs will be approved. Thus, via discourse about Hoax, social media allows the formation of a platform for mutual understanding, sharing, and dynamically debating the meaning of demonstrations. This research provides a contribution to the disclosure of information about public opinion towards a discourse discussed on Twitter with the help of a DEA engine.
Genomic Selection as an Approach to Select for Reduced Aflatoxin Contamination in Peanut Under Terminal Drought Stress
Authors: Gimode D. , Wallace J. , Holbrook C. , Isleib T.G. , Chu Y. , Virk S. , Porter W. , Ozias-Akins P.
Published: May 2024

Pre-harvest aflatoxin contamination (PAC) occurs when the peanut is exposed to severe drought and heat stress prior to harvest. Development of genotypes that are either resistant or limiting to Aspergillus infection and/or that can curtail aflatoxin production is a key objective in peanut breeding. Using SNP markers and phenotype data on aflatoxin resistance collected in previous years, we utilized genomic selection (GS) to study PAC resistance in peanut. The technique was validated in the Florida-07 x GP-NC WS 16 recombinant inbred population by assessing high heritability traits. GS was then deployed to study PAC resistance in the Tifrunner x C76-16 and Florida-07 x C76-16 populations. The resultant models yielded prediction accuracy values of 0.24 and 0.23 which while low, were comparable to the heritability values of 0.31 and 0.1 for each population, respectively. Using genomic estimated breeding values (GEBVs), entries were selected for two drought shelter studies. Manual scoring and multispectral imaging were used to acquire end season drought stress data. Low correlation values (-0.15 for shelter A and 0.32 for shelter B) were observed between the GEBVs and actual end season aflatoxin content. Correlations between visual drought ratings and PAC were also low (0.23 and 0.16 for shelter A and B respectively). While strong inverse correlations were observed between GNDVI and visual drought ratings (-0.74 and -0.73 for shelters A and B respectively), GNDVI did not confer a clear advantage for selection of PAC resistance. Ideally, the use of genome-spanning markers in GS may enable selection for a difficult to phenotype trait like PAC resistance. Although this study did not show clear advantages of the method over conventional selection, it is an important step for implementation of GS and the use of GEBVs for trait selection in peanut.
LANGUID BODIES, GROUNDED STANCES
Authors: Sikand Nandini
Published: May 2024

Widely believed to be the oldest Indian dance tradition, odissi has transformed over the centuries from a sacred temple ritual to a transnational genre performed—and consumed—throughout the world. Building on ethnographic research in multiple locations, this book charts the evolution of odissi dance and reveals the richness, rigor, and complexity of the form as it is practiced today. As author and dancer-choreographer Nandini Sikand shows, the story of odissi is ultimately a story of postcolonial India, one in which identity, nationalism, tradition, and neoliberal politics dramatically come together.
The Feasibility of Installing a Small-Scale PV System in a Carport in Kuwait
Authors: Alnassar Adel Abdulaziz , Alfozan Abdullah Abdulrazzaq
Published: May 2024

The need to obtain sustainable energy sources is one of the most important challenges in this century. Several alternatives have been sought, but attention has been focused on Wind turbines and solar energy PV or CSP. The state of Kuwait is one of the countries that is working to Attain a Target of Achieving 15% of its power production in 2030 from clean energy. Since Kuwait is in a hot and sunny region, it was worthwhile to have solar energy as one of the solutions. The state of Kuwait has established the Al-Shagaya clean energy plant, which produces 70 MW moreover, the Consumers and small businesses have established several private ancillary power generation small-scale projects with the encouragement of the Kuwait government that set Laws in 2022 to Allowthe Ministry of Elect the city and Water and Renewable Energy MEW to buy Power from citizens and consumers. This research aims to determine the feasibility of small-scale photovoltaic P.V. solar projects.
Analysis of Bolton Ratios in Skeletal Class I Malocclusion and Effects of Various Four-Premolar Extraction Combinations Before and After Treatment
Authors: Alam Mahnoor , Shujaat Sara , Shah Syed Raiq , Saood Muhammad , Asghar Tahira
Published: May 2024

This study was conducted to find whether different premolar extraction patterns lead to a change in the Overall Bolton ratio from 0.91 and the Posterior Bolton ratio from 1.05, among the Pakistani population in a skeletal class I malocclusion. This quasi-experimental study took place in Khyber College Of Dentistry, Peshawar. Dental plaster models of the patients with skeletal class 1 malocclusion were collected. A Digital Vernier Caliper was used to calculate the Bolton's ratios. The Bolton ratios were again calculated after hypothetical extractions of all the 1st premolars (4/4), all 5s, upper 4s and lower 5s, and upper 5s and lower 4s. The sample consisted of 12 males and 18 females. The change in Overall Bolton ratios was statistically significant for 4s extractions. For the Posterior Bolton ratio, the 4/4 and 4/5 extraction patterns were significant. Taking out the premolar teeth leads to a statistically significant but clinically insignificant reduction in the Posterior and Overall Bolton ratios in Skeletal class I malocclusion.
The Concept of Postcolonial Othering in The Reluctant Fundamentalist and Exit West by Mohsin Hamid
Authors: Qadar Muzaffar , Rizwan Snobra , Ahmad Zia
Published: May 2024

The current study intends to explore the clash between East and West as depicted by Mohsin Hamid in his novels 'The Reluctant Fundamentalist' and ‘Exit West.’ The study looks at how far and how efficiently Mohsin Hamid has portrayed the concept of Postcolonial Othering in his literature, and analyzes its consequences on Asian and Western People. For this purpose, it has followed the qualitative interpretivism research methodology, in which the analysis is conducted through a review of Hamid's selected literature, as well as scholarly published articles. The collected data was further analyzed through inclusion and exclusion criteria, and findings were used to reflect the dimension of postcolonial literature towards highlighting the social and cultural issues, as well as the victimization of communities in the name of decolonization. Overall, the reason for conducting this research is to highlight the curse, which the world was facing due to the absence of legislative structure, policies, and social frameworks.
Nilai-Nilai Luhur Pendidikan Islam Berdasarkan Hadits Rasulullah
Authors: Aulia Mizar , Ritonga Paisal Ipanda , Herdianto Rudi , Susanti Susi , Julaiha Juli
Published: May 2024

Hadis merupakan pedoman hidup kedua umat Islam setelah A-Qur’an, berupa perkataan, perbuatan dan ketetapan Rasulullah saw. Pendidikan adalah bagian penting dalam Islam. Dengan pendidikan seseorang akan menjadi manusia seutuhnya sesuai dengan tujuan penciptaannya di dunia. Nilai-nilai pendidikan yang diajarkan dalam pendidikan Islam hendaknya mengacu kepada nilai-nilai yang telah dicontohkan oleh Nabi Muhammad sebagai sosok teladan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memaparkan nilai-nilai luhur pendidikan berdasarkan hadits Rasulullah saw. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah studi kepustakaan dengan data bersumber dari literatur-literatur yang berkaitan dengan bahasan penelitian. Sumber data utama adalah hadits-hadits Rasulullah yang berkaitan dengan ilmu tarbiyah atau kependidikan. Dari penelitian kemudian ditemukan bahwa terdapat nilai-nilai luhur pendidikan dalam hadits Rasulullah diantaranya adalah nilai akidah, nilai akhlak, dan nilai ibadah. Dengan mengintegrasikan ketiga nilai-nilai luhur tersebut dalam pendidikan Islam maka akan menciptakan insan madani yang kokoh secara keimanan, memiliki akhlak mulia dan senantiasa bertakwa kepada Allah swt. nilai-nilai luhur tersebut sudah semestinya menjadi dasar nilai-nilai yang diajarkan kepada peserta didik dalam pendidikan Islam.
Hubungan Career Decision Making Self Efficacy (CDMSE) Terhadap Grit Pada Siswa SMK
Authors: Ramadhani Mutiara , Hardew Ayatullah Kutub
Published: May 2024

Siswa SMK tingkat akhir mulai memikirkan masa depannya secara intensif. Career Decision Making Self Efficacy (CDMSE) siswa menjadi salah satu terbangunnya Grit yang dapat mempertahankan minat karier untuk mencapai tujuan jangka panjang. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji korelasi Career Decision Making Self Efficacy (CDMSE) terhadap Grit pada siswa SMK kelas XII. Desain dan metode penelitian ini menggunakan kuantitatif korelasional. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik cluster sampling. Sampel pada penelitian ini berjumlah 167 siswa kelas XII di SMKN 6 Sukoharjo yang terdiri dari jurusan Teknik Otomotif, Akuntansi dan Keuangan Lembaga, serta Multimedia. Pengumpulan data menggunakan skala CDMSE yang disusun oleh peneliti dan Short Grit Scale (Grit-S) yang diadaptasi dari Sturman & Zappala-Piemme (2017). Teknik analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan uji normalitas, uji linearitas, dan uji hipotesis. Berdasarkan hasil uji hipotesis pada penelitian ini menunjukkan angka koefisien korelasi antar variabel sebesar 0,528 dengan signifikansi 0,000. Hal tersebut  menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan positif antara Career Decision Making Self Efficacy (CDMSE) terhadap Grit pada siswa SMK.
Konsep Pendidikan Islam Dalam Keluarga (Studi Pemikiran Hasan Langgulung)
Authors: Fadilah Hafaf , Aly Ahmad Dasuki , Ruswa Ruswa
Published: May 2024

Pendidikan anak seharusnya dimulai dari lingkungan keluarga sebagai lingkungan yang pertama kali dikenal oleh anak. Masih banyaknya keluarga yang kurang memperhatikan masalah pendidikan agama bagi anak-anaknya disebabkan keterbatasan ilmu dan pengetahuan agama Islam orang tuanya. Hal ini menimbulkan kenakalan-kenakalan yang dilakukan anak-anak akibat kurangnya pendidikan agama yang mereka terima dari lingkungan keluarga. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian kepustakaan (library research), yaitu mengumpulkan bahan-bahan penelitian dengan membaca dan memahami buku-buku perpustakaan. Pengumpulan data dengan menggunakan metode dokumentasi dengan menelaah sumber data baik primer maupun sekunder. Data yang terkumpul dalam penelitian ini dianalisis dengan metode deskripsi kualitatif yaitu memaparkan. Pendidikan Islam dalam keluarga merupakan hasil pemikiran yang Rasional yang didasarkan pada masalah-masalah yang tidak diinginkan. Keluarga adalah : 1. Islam memandang pendidikan dalam Keluarga merupakan sebuah lembaga pendidikan yang pertama dan utama, yang menjadi fundamen atau dasar bagi pendidikan anak selanjutnya. 2. Mengenai dasar pendidikan keluarga adalah merujuk pada Al-Qur’an dan hadits, kebenaran keduanya, bukan berdasar keyakinan saja, tetapi juga rasional dan dapat dibuktikan. 3. Tujuan mendidik anak adalah agar mampu berkembang secara maksimal, yang meliputi seluruh aspek perkembangannya, dan tujuan pendidikan keluarga pada dasarnya hanya untuk menyelamatkan fitrah manusia. 4. Dalam pendidikan keluarga Islam menerapkan metode yang sesuai dengan materi, kondisi, dan keadaan anak didik dalam keluarga. 5. Mengenai materi pendidikan, keluarga Islam pendidikan agama merupakan kunci keberhasilan pendidikan dalam keluarga. Dari hasil pembahasan diperoleh kesimpulan bahwa pemikiran Hasan Langgulung mengenai Pendidikan Islam dalam keluarga adalah mengajarkan nilai-nilai ajaran Islam dari satu generasi ke generasi yang lain. Hal ini diharapkan umat Islam menjadi umat yang kokoh dan sebagai pembawa amanah khalifah di dunia yang bertanggung jawab. Penyampaian nilai-nilai ajaran agama dilakukan dengan cara-cara yang berpihak pada anak. Keteladanan orang tua menjadi prioritas utama dalam mendidik anak di dalam keluarga.
Pengaruh Pembelajaran Mahfuzhat Terhadap Akhlak Santri (Studi Kasus Di Pondok Pesantren Miftahul ‘Ulum Terisi Indramayu)
Authors: Rizkiyah Uni Khoerotun , Kurnaengsih Kurnaengsih , Rosyad Ali Miftakhu
Published: May 2024

Pembelajaran tidak hanya mengandalkan rasio belaka tanpa menggunakan pendekatan kepada Allah SWT, yakni pendekatan akhlak, etika dan moral yang baik. Karena esensi pendidikan adalah memanusiakan manusia maka dalam membentuk karakter santri maupun peserta didik lainnya harus membangun karakter bukan hanya membentuk dari segi keilmuan yang didapatnya saja tetapi santri maupun peserta didik lain harus dapat mengaplikasikan ilmu tersebut agar hasil belajar mencapai tujuan yang diinginkan. Berdasarkan realitas diatas, peneliti berusaha untuk bisa menetahui Pengaruh Pembelajaran Mahfuzhat Terhadap Akhlak Santri. Sehingga dalam kaitanya dengan peneliti ini, peneliti dapat merumuskan masalah yang akan dikaji dalam penyusunan skripsi ini. Pertama Bagaimana pelaksanaan pembelajaraan Mahfuzhat di Pondok Pesantren Miftahul ‘Ulum?. Bagaimana Pengaruh Pembelajaran Mahfudzhat Terhadap Akhlak Santri? Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaiman pelaksanaan pembelajaran Mahfuzhat di Pondok Pesantren Miftahul ‘Ulum dan akhlak santri, selain itu penelitan ini juga bertujuan untuk mengetahui sejauh mana peran pembelajaran Mahfuzhat dalam membentuk akhlak santri di Pondok Pesantren Miftahul ‘Ulum Terisi. Sehingga dapat diperoleh persentase sejauh mana pembelajaran Mahfuzhat ini berpengaruh terhadap akhlak santri dalam kehdupan sehari-hari. Adapun jenis penelitian ini ialah penelitian kuantitatif sedangkan metode yang digunakan dalam peneltian ini adalah metode korelasional, sehingga akan diperoleh hubungan antara variabel bebas dengan variabel terikat. Subjek dalam peneltan ini adalah santri kelas 1 SMP yaitu sebanyak 40 orang. Alasan penulis mengambil sampel di kelas tersebut karena materi pembelajaran dikelas tersebut lebih mudah untuk dipahami. Dalam penelitian ini penulis menganalisis data menggunakan Melalui nilai rtabel Product Moment dengan nilai N=40 dapat diinterpretasikan pada taraf signifikasi 5% sebesar 0.312. Jadi 0.507 > 0.312 dengan membandingkan besarnya rxy dengan rtabel maka dapat diinterpretasikan bahwa rxy > rtabel sehingga Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak, berarti terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara kegiatan pembelajaran Mahfuzhat dengan akhlak santri. Dari perhitungan koefesien determinasi di atas, diketaui nilai koefesien determinasi sebesar 25%. Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel X (pembelajaran Mahfuzhat) mempengaruhi atau memberi kontribusi terhadap variabel Y (akhlak santri) sebesar 25%. Adapun sisanya adalah faktor-faktor lain yang dapat mempengaruhi akhlak santri dan hal itu tidak diteliti oleh penulis.
Perbandingan Prestasi Belajar Matematika Siswa Antara Yang Mendapatkan Metode Kumon Dan Metode Konvensional
Authors: Widiawati Nolis , Sofyan Deddy
Published: May 2024

This research used two models of learning, they were Kumon and Conventional. The purpose of this study was to determine whether the Kumon learning method is better than conventional learning methods on students' mathematics achievement in learning material cube and bar. Based on the results of the pretest data processing, obtained the conclusion there is no difference between the students' mathematical ability early experimental class one and class two experiments. Then learning in both the classroom was, until finally done posttest to determine differences in student mathematics achievement. Based on the posttest data processing, obtained the conclusion that the mathematics achievement of students who get Kumon learning method is better than the students who received conventional teaching methods.
Penelitian ini menggunakan dua model pembelajaran yaitu model pembelajaran Kumon dan Konvensional. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apakah metode pembelajaran Kumon lebih baik dibandingkan dengan metode pembelajaran konvensional terhadap prestasi belajar matematika siswa pada materi pembelajaran Kubus dan Balok. Berdasarkan hasil pengolahan data pretest, didapat kesimpulan tidak terdapat perbedaan kemampuan awal matematik siswa antara kelas eksperimen satu dan kelas eksperimen dua. Kemudian pembelajaran di kedua kelas tersebut dilakukan, sampai akhirnya dilakukan postest. Berdasarkan pengolahan data postest, didapat kesimpulan bahwa prestasi belajar matematika siswa yang mendapatkan metode pembelajaran Kumon lebih baik dibandingkan dengan siswa yang mendapat metode pembelajaran Konvensional.
Perbandingan Kemampuan Berpikir Reflektif Antara Siswa Yang Mendapatkan Pendekatan Open Ended Dengan Konvensional
Authors: Andriani Yofi Nurul , Madio Sukanto Sukandar
Published: May 2024

The results of this Researcher that is data analysis and hypothesis testing to test the end of retrieved Zcounting = 2.57 and at significances level 0.01 retrieved Zcounting = 2.33, then Zcounting (2.57) > Ztable (2,33), so the Ha is received. Therefore, it can be concluded that the results of the students learn math using the open-ended approach is better than using the conventional learning. There are factors other than open ended approach against the results of learning math students, factors that include an understanding of the concept of a sum against the material and approach the open-ended character of the students as well as heterogeneous learning operates on the students more active in seeking and finding method in solving math problems.
Hasil Peneliti ini yaitu analisis data dan pengujian hipotesis untuk tes akhir diperoleh Zhitung = 2,57 dan pada taraf siginifikansi 0.01 diperoleh Ztabel = 2,33, maka Zhitung (2,57) > Ztabel (2,33), sehingga Ha diterima. Oleh karena itu dapat kesimpuian bahwa hasil belajar matematika siswa yang menggunakan pendekatan open ended lebih baik dari pada yang menggunakan pembeiajaran konvensional. Ada faktor-faktor lain dari pendekatan open ended terhadap hasil belajar matematika siswa, faktor itu meliputi pemahaman konsep seorang sum terhadap materi dan pendekatan open ended maupun karakter siswa yang heterogen yang menitik beratkan pembeiajaran pada siswa lebih aktif dalam mencari dan menemukan metode dalam menyelesaikan soal matematika.