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“Students Are My Life”: Reflections of One Novice EFL Teacher in Central America
Authors: Farrell Thomas S.C. , Avejic Vanja
Published: March 2021

This paper presents a case study that examined the principles and practices of one novice English as a foreign language (EFL) teacher at a prominent English language institution in Central America. More specifically, this qualitative study sought to contribute to the discussion of the perceived interdependent influences of EFL teachers’ thoughts and behaviours through five stages of self-reflection using Farrell’s (2015) framework for reflective practice. Overall, the findings suggest that the teacher’s stated principles related to her philosophy, beliefs, and theory converge with her classroom practices; however, areas of divergence were also observed. Recommendations are included on the usefulness of the framework for ESL (English as a second language) teachers when reflecting on their practice.

Cet article présente une étude de cas qui s’est penchée sur les principes et les pratiques d’une enseignante d’anglais langue étrangère (ALE) débutante dans une institution de langue anglaise renommée d’Amérique centrale. Plus particulièrement, cette étude qualitative a cherché à contribuer à la discussion sur les influences interdépendantes perçues des pensées et des comportements des enseignants d’ALE à travers cinq étapes d’autoréflexion à l’aide du cadre de pratique réflexive de Farrell (2015). Dans l’ensemble, les résultats suggèrent que les principes énoncés de l’enseignante liés à sa philosophie, à ses croyances et à sa théorie convergent vers ses pratiques en salle de classe; cependant, on a aussi observé des zones de divergence. Nous avons inclus des recommandations sur l’utilité du cadre pour les enseignants d’ALS (anglais langue seconde) lorsqu’ils réfléchissent à leur pratique.
Recommendations for Pre-Service Training in Cognitive Disabilities: Perceptions of Practicing Rehabilitation Counselors
Authors: Grenawalt Teresa Ann , Degeneffe Charles Edmund , Kesselmayer Rachel Friefeld
Published: March 2021

Given an increased prevalence of cognitive disabilities in the United States, and federal legislation aimed to reduce employment disparities among individuals with cognitive disabilities, a greater emphasis on this population is needed in rehabilitation counselor education (RCE) programs. A total of 33 graduates of a Cognitive Disabilities Certificate program were asked to offer recommendations for future training of Master's-level rehabilitation counseling students in the area of cognitive disabilities. A phenomenological approach was applied, using the constant comparative method for data analysis. Analysis resulted in four emergent themes. Participants recommended pedagogical approaches to incorporate cognitive disability-related issues into RCE curriculum; specialized training on cognitive disabilities should be required; and specialized training in other disability populations was also recommended. Lastly, participants discussed the need to provide specialized training on sub-populations such as autism spectrum disorder, military veterans, and persons with co-occurring psychiatric and cognitive disabilities. Implications for pedagogy and research are provided.
Developing the Attitude Scale for Protection From Cervical Cancer
Authors: Dadak Abdullah , Ouyaba Ayşe Taştekin
Published: March 2021

Background and Purpose

To develop an attitude scale that measures the cognitive, affective, and behavioral skills of women to prevent cervical cancer.

Methods

Content validity, construct validity, internal consistency, and test-retest reliability were examined. The content validity was evaluated by eight experts. The psychometric properties of a 39-item scale were evaluated on 530 women in a community health center in Turkey.

Results

The content validity index was 0.98. The factor loads of the scales were above 0.65 and the variance explanation ratio was 55.5%. In confirmatory factor analysis, the final scale structure with three factors and 22-item was confirmed. Cronbach's Alpha was .87.

Conclusions

The results show that the scale is a valid and reliable measurement tool for revealing the attitudes of Turkish women toward cervical cancer prevention.
A Model of Factors Affecting the Use of Personal Protective Equipment Using a Path Analysis among PLTU Contractor Workers in East Java
Authors: Ginandhani Wisdha Riezqi , Kurniasih Dewi , Rachman Farizi
Published: March 2021

Introduction: Based on the survey data in one of the PLTUs in East Java from January-November 2019, there were 9.134 findings of non-compliance with PPE. In addition, based on the audit data from October to November 2019, there were 125 findings of non-compliance with the use of PPE. The factors causing this non-compliance could be seen from the characteristics of the workers or could be based on the Health Belief Model (HBM) approach through 6 constructs. Based on these data, this article aimsto analyze a model of factors that have a direct and indirect effect on the use of PPE on PLTU contractor workers in East Java. The researchers used the Health Belief Model approach because the use of PPE for workers is an effort related to healthy behavior in the workplace. Methods: This research was a quantitative research. The total sample was 100 workers from a population of 400 contractors workers, based on the Slovin methodand as a fulfillment of the path analysis requirement. The analyses of direct and indirect effects between variables used a path analysis method. Results: The results of data processing showa direct effect of perceived benefits (t=4,837), cues to action (t=5,990), perceived severity (t=2,131), knowledge (t=3,183), and perceived susceptibility (t=2,212) on the use of PPE, while education iis known to have an indirect effect on the use of PPE through knowledge (t=2,222). Conclusion: Perceived benefits, cues to action, perceived severity, knowledge, and perceived susceptibility have a direct effect on the use of PPE. However, education has an indirect effect on the use of PPE through knowledge.Keywords: health belief model, occupational diseases, path analysis, personal protective equipment
Literature Review: Occupational Safety and Health Risk Factors of Healthcare Workers during COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Surya Prima Ardiansah , Mustikaningtyas Marsheila Harvy , Thirafi Sacharissa Zerlina Tsarwah , Pramitha Afika Danedea , Mahdy Laksita Taffara , Munthe Gery Morales , Dwiantoro Adivia Cheries , Budiono Budiono
Published: March 2021

Introduction: The pandemic of COVID-19 has major effects, particularly on hospitals and health workers. At the beginning of March, more than 3,300 health workers have beencontracted with COVID-19 as reported by China's National Health Commission. Twenty percent of healthcare workers in Italy have also also infected and some died. To minimize the risk of transmission to health workers, knowledge of the risk factors that influence the transmission is needed. Thus, this study aims to determine risk factors related to occupational safety and health for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods: The literature was searched on Pubmed, Google Scholar, WHO, and the Ministry of Health instruments were implemented. 8 relevant studies were reviewed. Results: According to the analysis results of several studies, the use of PPE that is less consistent and not suitable with the risk of exposure will increase the risk of infection. The risk of infection is also increased by poor hand hygiene. According to the Kaplan-Meier curve, the working duration of ≥ 15 hours will increase the risk of infection. The risk of infection also exists for health workers who carry out risky procedures that generate airborne particles such as resuscitation, as well as environmental factors such as negative pressure rooms and traffic control bundling. Conclusion: Risk factors related to occupational health and safety during this COVID-19 pandemic for healthcare staff are: compliance with the use of PPE, hand hygiene, working hours duration, risky procedures, and environmental factors.Keywords: healthcare workers, occupational safety, COVID-19, personal protective equipment
The creativity of waste management in Payakumbuh City, West Sumatera
Authors: Hamudy Moh. Ilham A. , Mujaeni Mujaeni
Published: March 2021

Payakumbuh City continues to struggle with its waste management problem despite winning several prestigious Adipura awards. The local government has issued various handling instruments; therefore, it takes practical efforts to deal with it. This study’s objective was to find a solution to the waste problem in Payakumbuh City, West Sumatra. With descriptive methods and qualitative approach, the study found not a few unscrupulous citizens still littering and not complying with the provisions of the disposal time that has been set in Payakumbuh Regional Regulation Number 4 of 2014. Besides including increasing community involvement Payakumbuh City is making several improvements. On the other side, some innovation and creativity were needed to solve the problem. The innovations and creativity were in two aspects: law enforcement and its residents’ involvement, by promoting waste sorting, deployment of biopores, establishing waste banks, plastic waste processing, and composting. The two aspects must be supported by the provision of cross-subsidies for recycled products from the waste banks; facilitation of organic waste management training to the waste bank management community; and the establishment of a regional waste and fertilizer company a synergy between cleanliness, renewable energy, and agriculture.
Manyampir: Pengobatan Alternatif Masyarakat Bakumpai di Kelurahan Lepasan Kabupaten Barito Kuala
Authors: Effendi Rusdi , Hairiyadi Hairiyadi , Kharisma Muhammad
Published: March 2021

Communities in several regions in Indonesia have used a wide variety of traditional medicines. People in one area have traditional medicines that are different from people in other areas, this is due to the biodiversity that exists in the environment where they live and their local wisdom triggers the emergence of various cultural products. This study aims to describe what it means and function of Manyampir, how to structure Manyampir, and how to use Manyampir ritual as a traditional alternative medicine. This research was conducted by historical research methods. The first stage in this research is to collect resources through literature study and field studies. After the data is collected, then enter the source criticism stage to see the authentic source. Then the next stage is interpretation, which is analyzing the data that has been criticized. Finally, the historiography stage is presenting data in written form. From the results of the study note that the Bakumpai community in Lepasan Village, Bakumpai District, Barito Kuala Regency conducted traditional alternative medicine Manyampir as one alternative treatment solution and interpreted as a multifunctional card.
Potret Kehidupan Masyarakat Transmigran Bali di Desa Sumber Makmur Kecamatan Satui Kabupaten Tanah Bumbu
Authors: Amitasari Noor , Prawitasari Melisa , Akmal Helmi
Published: March 2021

The background of this research describes the process of arrival of Balinese transmigrants in Sumber Makmur Village, Satui District, Tanah Bumbu Regency along with their social and religious life. The research was made with the aim of knowing how the life of the Balinese transmigrant community in Sumber Makmur Village. The method used in this research is the historical method, namely heuristics, criticism, interpretation, and historiography. Primary sources are obtained directly from sources about the object under study. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. Secondary sources are obtained from literature studies, in the form of useful notes with the object of research. The results of field research, it shows that since the Balinese came to Sumber Makmur Village in 1983, the development of Balinese society at that time was still in the construction stage starting from establishing settlements, to buildings of worship (temples). In 2000, the buildings owned by residents were better. Their life is relatively harmonious, although there are slight adjustments because it is not completely the same as on the island of Bali which is thick with Hindu culture. However, this did not change their previous culture and beliefs. The results of this study indicate that the life of the Balinese transmigrants in Sumber Makmur Village is running well and there is no conflict, so that their lives as migrants remain harmonious.
SENSIBILIDADE DO Colletotrichum gloeosporioides DO MARACUJAZEIRO A ÓLEOS ESSENCIAIS
Authors: Rosa de Figueiredo Ana , Rodrigues da Silva Leirson , Aparecida Salgado de Morais Lilia
Published: March 2021

Colletotrichum gloeosporioides é o agente etiológico de diversas doenças em fruteiras mundialmente. No maracujá, o fungo causa a antracnose, doença que ataca toda a planta, principalmente frutos maduros. No tocante à segurança alimentar e ambiental, o manejo desse patógeno deve incluir apenas produtos naturais, de baixo risco ao equilíbrio dos ecossistemas. Nesse contexto, o objetivo do presente estudo foi verificar a sensibilidade in vitro de C. gloeosporioides a óleos essenciais. A atividade antimicrobiana dos óleos essenciais foi avaliada pelo método de disco-difusão e microdiluição em caldo. Determinou-se a concentração inibitória mínima (MIC) e a concentração fungicida mínima (CFM). A MIC variou de 160 a 5 μL /mL nos diferentes óleos essenciais, sendo o de basilicão e canela-cássia os que alcançaram as menores concentrações. Os óleos essenciais de melaleuca, citronela, menta-arvensis e tomilho-branco demonstraram ação fungistática. Ótimos resultados foram obtidos na determinação da CFM para os óleos essenciais de canela-cássia (10 μL /mL), gengibre (80 μL /mL), basilicão (160 μL /mL) e laranja-doce (160 μL /mL). Palavras-chave: Antracnose, atividade antimicrobiana, óleo essencial.
Origins of Stellar Mass Neutron Black Holes, Supermassive Dark Matter Black Holes and Universe Evolution
Authors: Hwang Jae-Kwang
Published: March 2021

The origins of the stellar mass neutron black holes and supermassive dark matter black holes without the singularities are reported based on the 4-D Euclidean space. The neutron black holes with the mass of mBH = 5 – 15 msun are made by the 6-quark merged states (N6q) of two neutrons with the mass (m(N6q) = 10 m(n)) of 9.4 GeV/c2 that gives the black hole mass gap of mBH = 3 – 5 msun. Also, the supermassive black holes with the mass of mSMBH = 106 – 1011 msun are made by the merged 3-D states (J(B1B2B3)3 particles) of the dark matters. The supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky way galaxy has the mass of mSMBH = 4.1 106 msun that is consistent with mSMBH = 2.08 - 6.23 106 msun calculated from the 3-D states (J(B1B2B3)3 particles) of the dark matters with the mass of m(J) = 1.95 1015 eV/c2. In other words, this supports the existence of the B1, B2 and B3 dark matters with the proposed masses. The first dark matter black hole (primary black hole) was created at the big bang. This first dark matter black hole decayed to the supermassive dark matter black holes through the secondary dark matter black holes that are explained by the merged states of the J(B1B2B3)3 particles. The universe evolution is closely connected to the decaying process of the dark matter black holes since the big bang. The dark matter cloud states are proposed at the intermediate mass black hole range of mIMBH = 102 – 105 msun. This can explain why the dark matter black holes are not observed at the intermediate mass black hole range of mIMBH = 102 – 105 msun.
Phylogenetic Diversity of Lhr Proteins and Biochemical Activities of the Thermococcales aLhr2 DNA/RNA Helicase
Authors: Hajj Mirna , Langendijk-Genevaux Petra , Batista Manon , Quentin Yves , Laurent Sébastien , Abdel Razzak Ziad , Flament Didier , Chamieh Hala , Fichant Gwennaele , Clouet-d’Orval Beatrice , Bouvier Marie
Published: March 2021

Helicases are proteins that use the energy of ATP to unwind nucleic acids and to remodel protein-nucleic acid complexes. They are involved in almost every aspect of the DNA and RNA metabolisms and participate in numerous repair mechanisms that maintain cellular integrity. Helicases are classified into 6 superfamilies (SF1-6). The archaeal Lhr-type proteins are SF2 helicases that are mostly uncharacterized. They have been proposed to be a DNA helicase that acts in DNA recombination and repair processes in Sulfolobales and Methanothermobacter. In parallel, a protein annotated as an Lhr2 protein was also found in the network of proteins involved in RNA metabolism in Thermococcales. To this respect, we performed in-depth phylogenomic analyses to report the classification and taxonomic distribution of Lhr-type proteins in Archaea, and to better understand their relationship with bacterial Lhr. Furthermore, with the goal of envisioning the role(s) of aLhr2 in archaeal cells, we deciphered the enzymatic activities of aLhr2 from Thermococcus barophilus (Tbar). We showed that Tbar-aLhr2 is a DNA/RNA helicase acting on DNA:RNA and RNA:RNA duplexes and proposed that aLhr2 helicases are involved in processes dependent of DNA and RNA transactions.
Mechanisms of Network Interactions for Flexible Cortico-Basal Ganglia-Mediated Action Control
Authors: Fischer Petra
Published: March 2021

In humans, finely tuned gamma synchronization (60-90 Hz) rapidly appears at movement onset in a motor control network involving primary motor cortex, the basals ganglia and motor thalamus. Yet the functional consequences of brief movement-related synchronization are still unclear. Distinct synchronization phenomena have also been linked to different forms of motor inhibition, including relaxing antagonist muscles, rapid movement interruption and stabilizing network dynamics for sustained contractions. Here I will introduce detailed hypotheses about how intra- and inter-site synchronization could interact with firing rate changes in different parts of the network to enable flexible action control. The here proposed cause-and-effect relationships shine a spotlight on potential key mechanisms of cortico-basal ganglia-thalamo-cortical communication. Confirming or revising these hypotheses will be critical in understanding the neuronal basis of flexible movement initiation, invigoration and inhibition. Ultimately, the study of more complex cognitive phenomena will also become more tractable once we understand the neuronal mechanisms underlying behavioural readouts.
Non-Invasive Reproductive Hormone Monitoring in Endangered Pygmy Hog (Porcula salvania)
Authors: Kumar Vinod , Buragohain Shyamalima , Deka Parag Jyoti , Narayan Goutam , Umapathy Govindhaswamy
Published: March 2021

The Pygmy hog (Porcula Salvania), till recently, classified as a critically endangered suid, is facing the threat of extinction globally due to habitat degradation. Efforts are being made to protect the pygmy hogs from extinction and breed them in captivity under Pygmy Hog Conservation Pro-gramme (PHCP). However, very little information is available on the reproductive physiology of pygmy hogs. Therefore, the present study aimed to standardize enzyme immunoassays (EIAs) for monitoring pregnancy and reproductive status using progesterone and testosterone metabolites. A total of 785 faecal samples were collected from five females and two males over a period of one year from PHCP Research and Breeding Centre, Guwahati, Assam. High-pressure liquid chro-matography (HPLC) analysis revealed the presence of immunoreactive progesterone and testos-terone metabolites in faeces. Mating was observed in all the five females and four of them gave birth successfully. We were able to detect pregnancy using faecal progesterone metabolites. Based on mating and parturition, the mean gestation period was estimated to be 153.25 days from four females. The breeding centre recorded 172 births between 1996 and 2000 and found strong sea-sonality in births and most of the births were between May and June. Faecal testosterone metabo-lites were significantly higher in the breeding season than the non-breeding season. This is the first study and will help in future breeding programs in other captive breeding centres and reproduc-tive monitoring of reintroduced populations.
Investigating the Converter-Driven Stability of an Offshore HVDC System
Authors: Quester Matthias , Loku Fisnik , El Azzati Otmane , Noris Leonel , Yang Yongtao , Moser Albert
Published: March 2021

Offshore wind farms are increasingly built in the North Sea and the number of HVDC systems transmitting the wind power to shore increases as well. To connect offshore wind farms to adjacent AC transmission systems, onshore and offshore modular multilevel converters transform the transmitted power from AC to DC and vice versa. Besides, modern wind farms mainly use wind turbines connected to the offshore point of common coupling via voltage source converters. However, converters and their control systems can cause unwanted interactions, referred to as converter-driven stability problems. The resulting instabilities can be predicted by applying an impedance-based analysis in the frequency domain. Considering that the converter models and system data are often confidential and cannot be exchanged in real systems, this paper proposes an enhanced impedance measurement method suitable for black-box applications to investigate the interactions. The proposed method is applied to assess an offshore HVDC system’s converter-driven stability, using impedance measurements of laboratory converters and a wind turbine converter controller replica. The results show that the onshore modular multilevel converter’s interactions with AC grids of moderate short-circuit ratios can lead to instabilities. The offshore system analysis reveals that considering the offshore grid topology is crucial for assessing interactions between the wind turbine controllers and the offshore modular multilevel converter. It is shown that different stability margins result from varying offshore grid layouts.
Adherence to the Mediterranean Diet and Determinants Among Pregnant Women: The NELA Cohort
Authors: Suarez Martínez Clara , Yagüe Guirao Genoveva , Santaella Pascual Marina , Peso-Echarri Patricia , Vioque López Jesús , Morales Bartolomé Eva , García-Marcos Luis , Martínez-Graciá Carmen
Published: March 2021

The Mediterranean diet represents one of the most studied dietary patterns, however, there is no single tool for measuring the grade of adherence and no single criteria to adapting these indices to pregnant women. We characterized the adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MDA) of pregnant women participating in the NELA cohort and identified the sociodemographic determinants and lifestyle habits associated with a higher risk of a low MDA. Maternal diet during gestation was assessed by a validated Food Frequency Questionnaire (FFQ) (n=665). We estimated Relative Mediterranean Diet score (rMED), Alternative Mediterranean Diet score (aMED) and Alternate Healthy Index-2010 (AHEI-2010). Multivariate regression models were performed to identify the sociodemographic and lifestyle factors associated to each index. Mothers with lower age and more previous deliveries had a greater probability of low MDA (P <0.05). Only, for aMED index, mothers with university education and / or who practiced 2 or more hours per week sport activities had a lower probability of a low MDA (P <0.01). These results may be useful in order to design intervention strategies and dietary recommendation for pregnant women.
Increased Nitro-Oxidative Toxicity in Association With Metabolic Syndrome, Atherogenicity and Insulin Resistance in Patients With Affective Disorders
Authors: Morelli Nayara , Maes Michael , Bonifacio Kamila , Vargas Heber , Nunes Sandra , Barbosa Decio
Published: March 2021

Background: There is a strong comorbidity between mood disorders and metabolic syndrome (MetS). Increased levels of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (RONS) and nitro-oxidative stress toxicity (NOSTOX) partially underpin this comorbidity.Aims: To examine the associations of RONS/NOSTOX biomarkers with MetS after adjusting for the significant effects of mood disorders (major depression, and bipolar type 1 and 2), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), tobacco use disorder (TUD), and male sex.Methods: The study included subjects with (n=65) and without (n=107) MetS and measured levels of superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1), lipid hydroperoxides (LOOH), nitric oxide metabolites (NOx), malondialdehyde (MDA), and advanced oxidation protein products (AOPP) and computed z unit-weighted composite scores which reflect RONS/NOSTOX. The study included 105 patients with mood disorders, 46 with GAD, and 95 with TUD.Results: MetS was associated with increased levels of MDA and AOPP, independently from mood disorders, TUD, sex and GAD. Atherogenicity and insulin resistance (IR) were significantly associated with a NOSTOX composite score. Mood disorders, TUD, GAD, male sex and MetS independently contribute to increased RONS/NOSTOX. The RONS/NOSTOX profile of MetS was different from that of GAD, which showed increased SOD1 and NOx levels. TUD was accompanied by increased SOD1, LOOH and MDA, and male sex by increased LOOH and AOPP.Conclusions: MetS is characterized by increased lipid peroxidation with aldehyde formation and chlorinative stress, and atherogenicity and IR are strongly mediated by RONS/NOSTOX. Partially shared RONS/NOSTOX pathways underpin the comorbidity of MetS with mood disorders, GAD, and TUD.
Long COVID, A Comprehensive Systematic Scoping Review
Authors: Akbarialiabad Hossein , Taghrir Mohammad Hossein , Abdollahi Ashkan , Ghahramani Nasrollah , Kumar Manasi , paydar Shahram , Razani Babak , Mwangi John , Asadi-Pooya Ali A. , Malekmakan Leila , Bastani Bahar
Published: March 2021

Introduction: Despite more than one year passed since the first cases of SARS-CoV-2 were reported, there is still no consensus on the definition and clinical management of post-acute-COVID-19. The condition has heterogeneously been named as Chronic COVID syndrome, Post COVID-19 Syndrome, post-acute sequela of SARS-CoV-2 (PASC), and the more familiar long COVID. Method: In order to capture all relevant published studies, we undertook a multi-step search with no language restriction. The following four-step search strategy was utilized: First, a preliminary (limited) search was conducted on January 20, 2021, in Google Scholar and PubMed to identify the appropriate keywords. Then, on January 30, 2021, we adopted a search strategy of electronic databases from Cochrane Library, PsycINFO, PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Web of sciences, using those keywords. Then, after duplicate removal, we screened all titles, abstracts, and full texts. This resulted in 66 eligible studies. Subsequently, after a forward and backward search of their references and citations an additional 54 publications were found, resulting in a total of 120 publications that formed the basis of the present analysis. The titles, abstracts, and full-texts of non-English articles were translated using Google Translate for further evaluation. We conducted our scoping review based on the PRISMA-ScR Checklist.Results: We found only one randomized clinical trial in our search. Of the 67 original studies, 22 were cohort and 28 were cross-sectional studies totaling 74.6% of the original studies. Of the total of 120 publications, 59 (49.1%) focused on signs and symptoms, 28 (23.3%) were focused on management, and 13 (10.8%) focused on pathophysiology. Ten (9%) publications focused on imaging studies. Ninety-one percent of the original investigations came from high and upper-middle-income countries, highlighting the scarcity of reports originating from low-income and lower-middle-income countries.Conclusion: The predominant symptoms among those with the so-called “Long COVID” were: fatigue, breathlessness, arthralgia, sleep difficulties, and chest pain. Recent reports also point to the risk of long-term sequela with cutaneous, respiratory, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, mental health, neurologic, and renal involvement in those who survive the acute phase of the illness. The ambiguity and controversies in its definition have impaired proper recognition and management of those requiring additional support following the resolution of the acute phase of this infection. This has resulted in long-standing distress for the patients and their families. Our findings highlight the need for a multidisciplinary approach, support, and rehabilitation for these patients in terms of long-term mental and physical health.
Cesarean Scar Ectopic Pregnancy: Treatment Decision Algorithm and Success With Medical Treatment
Authors: Sabonet Lorente Lorena , Guzman Leon Ana I. , Espejo Reina Pilar , Herrero José Ramón Anderica , Mesa Ernesto Gonzalez , Jimenez Lopez Jesus S.
Published: March 2021

Background Cesarean scar ectopic pregnancies are a rare form of extrauterine pregnancies, yet their incidence has increased along with the rise in the number of cesarean deliveries. As with other ectopic pregnancies, cesarean scar ectopic pregnancies pose a greater risk for maternal hemorrhage and ultimately maternal mortality. Case presentation We present a series of clinical cases of cesarean scar ectopic pregnancy diagnosed by transvaginal ultrasonography. Each patient received an individualized treatment: the rate of success depended on the particular maternal condition in each case. Due to the low frequency of this entity, there are no clear protocols for its treatment and thus there are numerous options for treatment and follow up: expectant management, medical therapy, surgical intervention, uterine artery embolization or a combined approach. Each method has different levels of success and is dependent on the surgeon’s skill and patient presentation. The transvaginal ultrasound is necessary to obtain the fine details of the gestation sac and its relation to the scar and must be followed by a meticulous abdominal scan with a full bladder. Conclusion Herein, we present a rare pathological phenomenon whose frequency is on the rise, and for which transvaginal ultrasound and flow doppler provide high diagnostic accuracy. Early diagnosis of cesarean scar ectopic pregnancies offers treatment options to that may help avoid uterine rupture and bleeding, thus preserving the uterus and future fertility.
The Causal Relationship Between Internal Motivation and Learning Readiness With the Cognitive Learning Achievement in Learning Biology at SMA Negeri 1 Cawas in Class Year of 2011/2012.
Authors: Suviana Novita Tyas , Karyanto Puguh , Sugiharto Bowo
Published: March 2021

This research is aimed to know causal relationship between:           1) internal motivation and cognitive learning achievement in learning Biology,        2) internal motivation and learning readiness in leaening Biology, 3) learning readiness and cognitive learning achievement in learning Biology, 4) internal motivation and cognitive learning achievement through learning readiness in learning Biology.This was a correlational research and conducted upon high school student at SMA Negeri 1 Cawas in academic year in 2011/2012. The sample was taken among 100 samples of student using stratified random sampling technique.      Documentation technique was used to uncover student’s cognitive learning achievement, while internal motivation and learning readiness was measured by using queationnaire. The obtained data was analysed using path analysis in SPSS 16.The result showed that (1) there is causal corellation between internal motivation and cognitive learning achievement in learning Biology, 2) there is causal   corellation between internal motivation and learning readiness in learning Biology, 3) there is causal corellation between learning readiness and cognitive learning achievement in learning Biology, 4) there is causal corellation between internal motivation and cognitive learning achievement through learning readiness in learning Biology. The aforementioned corellation are considured as significant and positive valuable. This research showed that learning readiness can be a       intervening variable for the corellation between of  internal motivation and cognitive learning achievement.

 

Key Words: internal motivation, learning readiness, cognitive learning achievement of biology, path analysis
 
Increasing Students Science Process Skills and Achievement Through the Implementation of Guided Inquiry Learning Strategy of Class VIII-F SMP Negeri 5 Surakarta Class Year 2011/2012
Authors: Saputra Alanindra , Widoretno Sri , Santoso Slamet
Published: March 2021

Two research objectives have been stated, namely improving student learning achievement and science process skill improvement. This two objectives were ascertained ofter the application of Guided Inquiry strategy towards junior high school student of Surakarta. This research was conducted upon junior high school student of SMP Negeri 5 Surakarta in academic year of 2011/2012. As in a classroom action         research, this research performed within 4 cycles and each consist of 4 phases namely planning, action, observation and reflection. The obtained data were analized descriptively ofter validated using split half method. The result showed that Guided Inquiry did a good job. According to the observation the percentage of science process skill had been improved from the baseline 50,62% to 54,43% in 2nd cyle to 64,57% in 3rd cycle and ended up by 68,48% in the last cycle. This it can be concluded that Guided Inquiry has given effects towards science process skill student learning achievement has also been improved from baseline. The cognitive achievement has been improved from 14,53% to 15,12% in 2nd cyle to 15,75% in 3rd cycle and ended up by 15,25% in the last cycle. This improvement can also been seen in the affective and psikomotoric as well. The affective achievement has been improved from 49,96% to 51,72% in 2nd cyle to 61,07% in 3rd cycle and ended up by 61,61% in the last cycle. The Psikomotoric achievement has been improved from 43,80% to 52,01%  in 2nd cyle to 62,72% in 3rd cycle and ended up by 71,93% in the last cycle. Hence it can be concluded that Guided Inquiry has considered as effective to improve learning achievement.

 

Key Words: Guided Inquiry, Science Process Skills, Achievement
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Predict Observe Explain Write terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Kelas X SMA Negeri 2 Sukoharjo Tahun Pelajaran 2012/2013
Authors: Wardatun Hikmah , Dwiastuti Sri , Karyanto Puguh
Published: March 2021

This research aimed to find out whether or not there is an effect of Predict Observe Explain Write on the critical thinking ability of the X graders of SMA Negeri 2 Sukoharjo in academic year on 2012/2013. This study was a quasi experiment research. Posstet only nonequivalent control group design is used in this research. The population of research was all X grades of SMA Negeri 2 Sukoharjo in academic year 2012/2013 consisiting 285 students. Cluster sampling.is used to this research. The result of cluster sampling is choosen for X6 as experimental gruop and X7 as control group. Predict observe explain write model is applied in experimental group and conventional model is applied in control group.  The data was collected by using critical thinking test, observastion sheet, and school documents. The data were analyzed by t-test. The results of this research shows that the mean of student’s capability of critical thinking in experiment class higher than control class, it was 70,41 for experiment class and 61,98 for control class.  The result of hypothesis is analyzed by t-test and it gets significant value 0,000 (sig.<0,05), so the Predict Observe Explain Write model has effect toward student’s capability of critical thinking. This conclution is the application of Predict Observe Explain Write models has real effect toward critical thinking ability of X grade students at SMA Negeri 2 Sukoharjo in academic year on 2012/2013.

 

Key Words: Predict Observe Explain model, Think Talk Write strategy, Critical Thinking Ability
Studi Komparasi Hasil Belajar Biologi dengan Pembelajaran INSTAD (Inquiry-STAD) dan Pembelajaran Inkuiri Terbimbing (Guided Inquiry) pada Siswa Kelas X SMA Negeri Gondangrejo Tahun Pelajaran 2012/2013
Authors: Saputri Dina Dyah , Harlita Harlita , Karyanto Puguh
Published: March 2021

This research aimed to find out the effect of inquiry-STAD (InSTAD) learning compared with that of the guided inquiry on the biology learning achievement of the X graders of SMA Negeri Gondangrejo in the school year of 2012/2013.This study was a quasi-experiment research. The research design was Post-Test only with Nonequivalent Group using experiment 1 class (InSTAD strategy) and experiment 2 (guided inquiry strategy application). The population of research was all X graders of SMA Negeri Gondangrejo in the school year of 2012/2013. The sampling technique used was cluster sampling and two classes were taken as experiment 1 and experiment 2 classes. Techniques of collecting data used were multiple-choice test, observation sheet, and school document. The hypothesis testing was done using t-test. The conclusion of this research were have not differences result between InSTAD and Guided Inquiry learning toward student’s cognitive achievement in studying biology of  SMA Negeri Gondangrejo and  have  differences result between InSTAD and Guided Inquiry learning toward student’s afective and psycomotor achievement in studying biology of  SMA Negeri Gondangrejo. With this research is expected to have a discourse teachers and new knowledge and be able to apply this learning to improve science process skills in students so that the nature of biology can be realized students working scientifically.

 

Key Words: INSTAD Learning , Guided Inquiry Learning, Biologi Learning Achievement
Pengaruh Model Project Based Learning (PjBL) terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Kelas X SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar Tahun Pelajaran 2012/2013
Authors: Yanti Dwi Eka , Karyanto Puguh , Sugiharto Bowo
Published: March 2021

This research aimed to find out whether or not there is an effect of Project Based Learning (PjBL) on the critical thinking ability of the X graders of SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar in biology subject in the school year of 2012/2013. This study was a quasi-experimental research using Post-test Non Equivalent Group Design using cluster sampling. The population of research was all X graders of SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar in the school year of 2012/2013 consisting of 288 students, while the sample consisted of two classes: control one containing 33 students and experiment one containing 35 students. The control class employed varied lecturing learning method and the experiment one employed Project Based Learning (PjBL) model. Technique of collecting data used was test item and observation sheet. The research hypothesis testing was done using t-test.The result of research showed that Project Based Learning (PjBL) model affected the students’ critical thinking ability. The mean score of critical thinking ability in the experiment class employing Project Based Learning (PjBL) model in learning was higher than that in control class employing varied lecturing method.The conclusion of research was that Project Based Learning (PjBL) model affected significantly the critical thinking ability of the second semester of the X graders of SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar in the school year of 2012/2013.

 

Key Words: Project Based Learning (PjBL) , critical thinking ability.
Perbandingan Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif dengan Penerapan Model Pembelajaran POE (Predict Observe Explain) dan POEW (Predict Observe Explain Write) pada Siswa SMA Negeri 1 Ngemplak Boyolali Tahun Pelajaran 2012/2013
Authors: Qomariyah Nurul , Indrowati Meti , Ariyanto Joko
Published: March 2021

The research is aimed to find out the difference of creative thinking skills between application of POE (Predict Observe Explain) and POEW (Predict Observe Explain Write) learning model on student at SMA Negeri 1 Ngemplak Boyolali in academis year 2012/2013. The research belonged to the quasi experiment with research design Posttest Only Non-Equivalent Control Group Design. This research applied POE (Predict Observe Explain) learning model in the experimental group 1 and POEW (Predict Observe Explain Write)learning model in the experimental group 2. Population of research was the students in X degree SMA Negeri 1 Ngemplak Boyolali. The sampling used the cluster sampling was used as samply techniquel. The data collection technique was usedwerw test method belonged test shaped essay (for taking the data of students` creative thinking skills) and non-test method belonged documents method (for taking second data) and observation method (for taking the enforceability of the syntax and measure students` achievement psichomotor and affective as supporting data). Hypothesis testing belonged t-test. The results of the research shows that the mean of student`s capability of creative thinking in experiment group 1 higher than experiment group 2, it was 77,35 for experiment group 1 and 70,57 for experiment group 2.  The result of hypothesis is analyze by t-test and it gets significant value 0,010 (sig<0,05), so there is difference of creative thinking skills between application of POE learning model and POEW learning model. Conclution of the research is there creative thinking skills between class use POE (Predict Observe Explain)learning model different withclass use POEW (Predict Observe Explain Write) learning model on student at SMA Negeri 1 Ngemplak Boyolali in academis year 2012/2013.

 

Key Words: POE (Predict Observe Explain) Learning Model, POEW (Predict Observe Explain Write) Learning Model, Creative Thinking Skills
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Blended-Problem Solving melalui Aplikasi Moodle untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Berpikir Kreatif Kelas XI IPA 4 SMA N 3 Surakata Tahun Pelajaran 2012/2013
Authors: Triyanto Samuel Agus , Prayitno Baskoro Adi , Probosari Riezky Maya
Published: March 2021

This study is aimed to improve critical thinking ability of the X-1 class of SMA N 3 Surakarta through the implementation of Blended-Problem Solving through Moodle application. This research was a classroom action research that divided into several cycles, each cycle includes four stages: planning, action, observation, and reflection. The subject of this research was the students of X-1 class at SMA N 3 Surakarta in academic year of 2012/2013. The data was obtained through the test (essay test) and non-test (interviews and documentations). And be analyzed with descriptive analytical techniques then validated by triangulation techniques. The results showed that students critical thinking ability was increased in Pre-cycle, Cycle I, and Cycle II. Critical thinking consist of six aspects are interpretation, analysis, evaluation, inference, explanation, and self-regulation. The improvement in interpretation aspect increased from 42,19% to 66,41%. Analysis aspect increased from 36,72% to 78,13%. Evaluation aspect increased from 33,59% to 78,91%. Inference aspect increased from 40,63% to 64,06%. Explanation aspect increased from 30,47% to 73,44%. Self-regulation aspect increased from 43,75% to 78,91%. The conclusion of this study explained that the implementation of Blended-Problem Solving with moodle could improve critical thinking ability of the X-1 class at SMA N 3 Surakarta.

 

Key Words: Blended-Problem Solving, Moodle, Critical Thinking
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Problem Based Learning dengan Memanfaatkan Potensi Lokal untuk Meningkatkan Aspek Problem Solving pada Higher-Order Thinking Skills
Authors: Vasminingtya Dhora , Sajidan Sajidan , Fatmawati Umi
Published: March 2021

This research’s aim is to increase the problem solving skill of the students in X-A of SMA Negeri Sragen Billingual Boarding School Gemolong academic Year 2013/2014. The matter is about Enviroment Pollution through Problem Based Learning application by using local area potention.     This research is a class action research which consists of three cycles. Each cycle contains of planning, implementing, observing and reflecting. The research subject is the students in X-A of SMA Negeri Sragen Billingual Boarding School Gemolong academic Year 2013/2014. Data of research were obtained by test and non test technique. Data validation were used triangulation of methods and triangulation of observers. The obtained data were analyzed using descriptive technique.The results of this research showed that according triangulation the average percentage for  IDEAL problem solver. IDEAL problem solver design measured with performance assement  consist of IDEAL process and IDEAL product. The average of IDEAL problem solver become value of problem solving skill for every student. The result of the research shows that the implementation of problem based learning increase the students’ problem solving skill that covers the IDEAL problem solver. The  total average of IDEAL problem solver in the X-A class SBBS increased from 42,0 move up into 85,7 score. This research’s conclusion is the implementation of problem based learning can increase the problem solving skill of the students in of SMA Negeri Sragen Billingual Boarding School Gemolong academic Year 2013/2014 about enviroment pollution material.

 

Key Words: Problem based learning, problem solving skill
Peningkatan Keterampilan Bertanya (Posing Question) melalui Penerapan Discovery Learning pada Materi Ekosistem di Kelas X Imersi 1 SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar Tahun Pelajaran 2013/2014
Authors: Wijayanti Rina , Widoretno Sri , Santosa Slamet
Published: March 2021

This research’s aim is to improve the posing question skill of the students in X Imersi 1 of SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar academic Year 2013/2014 about ecosystem material through discovery learning application.     This research is a class action research which consists of three cycles. Each cycle contains planning, implementing, observing and reflecting. The research subject is the students in X Imersi 1 of SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar Academic Year 2013/2014. The data source is from the questions that cover the quantity and quality of the question. The question’s quantity is counted from the sum of questions that is given by the students while the question’s quality is counted from the sum of questions’ kind that is given by the students based on their thinking process and knowledge dimension. Data collecting techniques of this research are using observation, interview and documentation then data validation is using triangulation method. Data analyzing technique of this research is descriptive qualitative analysis which is done in three components, they are: data reduction, data presentation and drawing the conclusion or verification. The research’ procedure is using spiral mode which is interdependent. The result of the research shows that the implementation of discovery learning improves the students’ posing question skill that covers the quantity and quality of the question. The question’s quantity improvement from pre-cycle to the first cycle is 70 questions, the first cycle to the second cycle is 46 questions and the second cycle to the third cycle is 20 questions. Then the question’s quality improvement from pre-cycle to the first cycle is 29,16%, the first cycle to the second cycle is 17,18% and the second cycle to the third cycle is 16,14%. This research’s conclusion is the implementation of discovery learning can improve the posing question skill of the students in X Imersi 1 of SMA Negeri 2 Karanganyar academic Year 2013/2014 about ecosystem material.

 

Key Words: discovery learning, posing question skill