bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
INTERNAÇÕES POR ANEMIA FERROPRIVA EM IDOSOS NO BRASIL ANTES, DURANTE E APÓS A PANDEMIA DE COVID-19
Authors: De Freitas Daniel Sávio Braga , Fagundes Larissa Lopes Teixeira , Rocha Luiza Rodrigues Ramos , Rocha Maria Isabel Maia , Queiroz Sara Oliveira , Saraiva Arissa Nami Utsunomya , De Prince Karina Andrade
Published: November 2024

This research aimed to analyze hospitalizations for iron deficiency anemia in the elderly, before, during, and after the Covid-19 pandemic. This is an ecological time series study, using data from the Hospital Information System of the Unified Health System (SIH/SUS), using Prais-Winsten regression. In the period from 2017 to 2023, 42,805 hospitalizations for iron deficiency anemia in the elderly were reported in Brazil. The annual coefficient increased in the country during and after the Covid-19 pandemic, from 21 cases per 100 thousand elderly people in 2017 to 24 per 100 thousand in 2023, showing a stationary trend (-0.5%; p=0.176). The analysis of the hospitalization coefficient and the trend by region was increasing in the North (1.5%; p = 0.040) and Central-West (1.1%; p = 0.049) regions, and stationary in the other regions. Hospitalization and mortality rates were higher in males (22.8 to 26.0 cases/100,000; 7.4 to 6.58%), in the age group of 80 years or older (53.6 to 60.0 cases/100,000; 8.09 to 7.58%), and in emergency care (19.3 to 21.8/100,000; 6.96 to 6.54%). It is possible to conclude that hospitalizations for iron deficiency anemia in the elderly in the country increased, especially during and after the covid-19 pandemic, predominating among men over 80 years of age. Thus, health restrictions, reduced income, viral infection, low intake of iron-rich foods, and difficulties in accessing health services during the Covid-19 pandemic may have contributed to this increase. Thus, the importance of public policies aimed at the health, well-being and quality of life of the elderly population is emphasized, in order to reduce the rates of hospitalizations and mortality in the country.
QUALITY OF LIFE OF ONCOLOGICAL PATIENTS: PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIAL ASPECTS OF CANCER
Authors: de Souza Amanda Duarte , Maffezoli Gabriela de Castro Neves Carmo , Gusmão Yure Gonçalves , Matias Letícia de Souza , de Oliveira Robert Davis Souza , Almeida Talita Cristina de Medeiros , Santos Larissa Cristina Soares , Queiroz Maria Sandra Ramos , Lopes Jefferson Adan Cavalcante , Assunção Élida Lúcia Ferreira
Published: November 2024

Cancer has a profound impact on patients’ lives, requiring approaches that go beyond physical treatment to include psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. This narrative review explores how these aspects influence the quality of life of cancer patients, highlighting the importance of a multidisciplinary and humanized approach. Studies indicate that cancer diagnosis and treatment often generate high levels of anxiety and depression, aggravated by bodily changes and stigmas, affecting self-esteem and social interaction. Social and family support are identified as essential for coping, while spirituality offers comfort and resilience, promoting adaptation and acceptance. The review also emphasizes the need for public policies that ensure access to comprehensive and humanized support, such as home care programs and training of professionals for emotional and spiritual care. It is concluded that comprehensive cancer care is essential for a full quality of life and for healthy coping with cancer.
“I DID TIETA’S RETURN”: A MAPPING OF THE DESIRES AND AFFECTIONS OF A TRANS WOMAN
Authors: Pereira Marlyson Junio Alvarenga
Published: November 2024

This article is an excerpt from my doctoral research. Here I sought to reflect on the speech of a trans woman, Maria Eduarda, about the processes of subjectivation that she faced until her sexual reassignment surgery and her return to her hometown. In an interview lasting just over an hour, she told me about her problems with her social name at the university where she studied, as well as what she called psychological difficulties, which I problematize here based on theorists of transfeminist, cuir and decolonial theories. Reaching university was accompanied by the creation of a series of state and government policies that enabled new routes that could be followed by other segments of society, such as trans women. Therefore, here I narrate these micro cuts in the rigid order and other possibilities of subjectivation invented by these subjects.
ESTUDO DA RELAÇÃO DE ANEMIA E ENTEROPARASITOSES EM CRIANÇAS USUÁRIAS DE CRECHES: UMA REVISÃO NARRATIVA
Authors: Guilherme Juliano César Marques , Machado Eleuza Rodrigues , Dutra Kamilla Antônia Moraes , Duarte Gabriela Alves Carvalho , Da Silva Nicolas Martins Honorato , Gimenes Aline de Oliveira , Rodrigues Rosângela Maria
Published: November 2024

As enteroparasitoses constituem importante problema de saúde pública, principalmente em países em desenvolvimento. Acomete especialmente a faixa etária infantil, pois apresentam imunidade imatura e poucas noções sobre hábitos de higiene. É essencial o estudo da relação entre anemia e enteroparasitoses na faixa etária infantil, visto que podem provocar vários danos à saúde, como quadros de desnutrição, problemas gastrointestinais e contribuir para o baixo desenvolvimento físico e cognitivo das crianças. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo realizar uma revisão narrativa sobre a relação entre anemia e enteroparasitoses em crianças usuárias de creches. A busca de artigos ocorreu nas bases de dados internacionais Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO), serviço da National Library of Medicine (PubMed), Biblioteca Regional de Medicina (Bireme) e Google Scholar (Google Acadêmico). Foram usados os descritores “anemia”, “children”, “intestinal parasitosis” e “prevalence”, combinados utilizando o operador booleano “AND”. Foram incluídos no estudo artigos com texto disponível na íntegra gratuitamente, recorte de tempo entre janeiro de 2011 e janeiro de 2022, idioma em português, inglês ou espanhol. Foram excluídos artigos de revisão, tese ou dissertação, relatos de experiência e artigos duplicados. Artigos que continham indícios de concordância com o estudo foram lidos na íntegra de modo a estruturar esse trabalho. Foram encontrados 2.228 artigos, destes, 572 artigos se encaixaram nos critérios estabelecidos, mas apenas 16 condiziam com o tema desse trabalho. Foi demonstrado associação entre anemia e enteroparasitoses e os principais fatores associados foram relacionados às precárias condições de vida de cada população estudada, baixa renda, higiene inadequada, falta de saneamento básico de qualidade, falta de atenção básica à saúde, dieta escassa e baixa escolaridade. Ressalta-se a necessidade de implementação de medidas que visam melhoria nas condições de vida da população, principalmente a faixa etária infantil e além disso, a realização de mais estudos para maior compreensão da relação entre anemia e enteroparasitoses.
TEORIAS DA APRENDIZAGEM E EDUCAÇÃO INCLUSIVA: APROXIMAÇÕES DA TEORIA DE PAULO FREIRE E PIERRE BOURDIEU
Authors: Patrício Clécia de Oliveira Cavalcanti , Santana Simone de Andrade Lima , Lira Andréa de Lucena , Da Costa André Vinicius Pimentel , Monteiro Regina de Fátima Freire Valentim
Published: November 2024

The text analyzes the historical and theoretical evolution of inclusive education, highlighting the contributions of Paulo Freire and Pierre Bourdieu to the inclusion of people with disabilities. The research explores the intersection between their theories and inclusive educational practice
ASPECTOS ENERGÉTICOS DO DESENVOLVIMENTO DO CAFÉ CONILON NO NORTE FLUMINENSE. PARTE 1 - BALANÇO DE RADIAÇÃO
Authors: Mendonça José Carlos , Pires Mateus Peixoto , De Sousa Elias Fernandes , Galote Jean Karlos Barros , da Silva Thieres George Freire , Sales Dhiego da Silva , de Oliveira Daniela Barros
Published: November 2024

Conilon coffee represents a good portion of Brazilian coffee growing and it is essential to understand how the crop relates to the energy available in the environment. Due to this, this work sought to determine the components of the radiation balance of the Conilon coffee crop in the North Fluminense region during seven seasons. The experiment was conducted in a crop field in the area belonging to the Universidade Estadual do Norte Fluminense Darcy Ribeiro, in Campos dos Goytacazes, RJ, which contains a micrometeorological station that monitored environmental data between June 2015 and May 2022. With this information, the radiation balance was carried out. Yield data were obtained by the product of the fresh fruit mass and the mass breakdown of the processed product. Global radiation (Rg), which varies according to the season, was the main component of longwave balance (BOL), the factor with the greatest influence on the variation of net radiation (Rn), since BOL presented low intensities and variations. On average, the albedo over the stand was 12% and the fraction of Rg converted into Rn was 64%. It was concluded that the region is climatically suitable for the crop and that the average production was produced 0.08 g of coffee per MJ of net energy.
ASPECTOS ENERGÉTICOS DO DESENVOLVIMENTO DO CAFÉ CONILON NO NORTE FLUMINENSE. PARTE 2 - BALANÇO DE ENERGIA
Authors: Mendonça José Carlos , Pires Mateus Peixoto , De Sousa Elias Fernandes , Galote Jean Karlos Barros , Da Silva Thieres George Freire , Sales Dhiego da Silva , de Oliveira Daniela Barros
Published: November 2024

Conilon coffee represents a good portion of Brazilian coffee growing and it is essential to understand how the crop relates to the energy available in the environment. Due to this, this work sought to determine the components of the energy balance of the Conilon coffee crop in the North Fluminense region during seven seasons. The experiment was conducted in a crop field in the area belonging to the Universidade Estadual do Norte Fluminense Darcy Ribeiro, in Campos dos Goytacazes, RJ, which contains a micrometeorological station that monitored environmental data between June 2015 and May 2022. With this information, the energy balance was performed by the Bowen ratio method, which made it possible to determine the crop evapotranspiration (ETc), the reference evapotranspiration (ET0) and the crop coefficient (Kc). The energy balance method by Bowen's ratio had satisfactory performance and indicated that 66% of Rn was converted into LE, 24% into H and 10% into G. The average evapotranspiration of the crop was 3.81 mm.day-1 and the average Kc per harvest tended to increase throughout the experiment and ranged from 0.82 to 0.92. Conilon coffee presented an average yield of 3.43 t.ha-1 (57.16 sc.ha-1) and it was concluded that an average of 0.08 g per MJ of net energy was produced.
USE OF APITOXIN AS AN INTERVENTION IN THE TREATMENT OF DERMATOLOGICAL INFLAMMATIONS
Authors: Lima José Roberto da Cunha , Guimarães Beatriz Gonçalves , de Lucena José Wheslley Rodrigues , dos Santos Nathanael Nascimento , Araújo Paulo Miguel Simão , de Oliveira Douglas Soares , Corrêa Wendson de Ribamar Machado , de Carvalho Katrine Nascimento , da Silva Durcilene Alves
Published: November 2024

Bee venom (BV), produced by the species Apis mellifera, is one of the most recognized and widely studied natural toxins, with increasing use in integrative medicine. This venom contains a variety of chemical substances, including peptides such as melittin, apamin, adolapin and the MCD peptide, as well as enzymes such as phospholipase A2 (PLA2), hyaluronidase, acid phosphomonoesterase and lysophospholipase. Amines, such as histamine, dopamine and norepinephrine, are also present, which contribute to its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, immunomodulatory and anticancer properties. Studies suggest that it has promising pharmacological effects, especially in the treatment of inflammation. OBJECTIVE: This study aims to investigate the therapeutic effects of bee venom in the treatment of dermatological inflammation, exploring its potential as a natural alternative with proven anti-inflammatory properties. METHODOLOGY: A systematic review of the literature was carried out, focusing on primary articles and results of randomized clinical trials (RCTs) conducted in vivo and in vitro, published between 2014 and 2024. RESULTS: In models with induced atopic dermatitis (AD) such as mice, phospholipase A2 (PLA2), a compound derived from BV, was shown to significantly reduce skin thickness and inflammatory cytokine levels, both in animal models and humans, highlighting the importance of confirming its clinical applicability. Therefore, therapies may include everything from topical application of BV to the use of emollients and cosmetics with these compounds, based on their pharmacological properties. CONCLUSION: This review highlighted the potential of bee venom as a promising alternative in the treatment of dermatological inflammations, due to its anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. Studies in animal models and in vitro suggest that compounds such as melittin and phospholipase A2 (PLA2) inhibit inflammatory mediators and alleviate symptoms of atopic dermatitis and acne. In addition, research indicates that VB can block inflammatory signaling pathways, such as NF-κB and MAPK, reinforcing its therapeutic potential in the management of skin inflammation, especially in topical applications.
PROCESS MANAGEMENT IN A UNIVERSITY RESTAURANT: CASE STUDY
Authors: Oliveira Leticia da Silva , Silva Karen de Fátima Saraiva Guimarães , de Souza Matheus Kayky Pereira , Chaves Rafael da Silva , de Carvalho Lais Pinon , Mendonça Xaene Maria Fernandes Duarte
Published: November 2024

University Restaurants (URs) are units that provide nutritionally balanced and low-cost meals to the university community, contributing to student retention. Managed by nutritionists, URs perform several activities, such as purchasing, storage, input control and hygienic-sanitary management. To ensure operational efficiency, it is essential to align, map and standardize processes. The objective of this study was to analyze the operations management of a University Restaurant in the city of Belém, in the state of Pará. This is a descriptive case study, which offers a detailed view of the practices and operational processes without associating specific factors with the results. Data collection was done through the analysis of documents produced by the Nutrition team of the UR in Belém. The documents analyzed include the Organization Chart; Flowcharts; Good Practices Manual and Standardized Operating Procedures. These instruments play a fundamental role, albeit indirect, in the production and distribution of meals. They are essential to ensure the delivery of a quality service that meets the expectations of the university community.
SURVEY OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ACTIONS IN SOLID WASTE IN THE STATE OF MATO GROSSO DO SUL
Authors: Diodato Jonailce Oliveira , Ribeiro Vinícius de Oliveira , Shinzato Marjolly Priscilla Bais , Correa Nelison Ferreira , de Carvalho Laércio Alves
Published: November 2024

This study encompasses the survey of environmental education actions focused on themes related to solid waste in the 79 municipalities of Mato Grosso do Sul, considering the implementation of policies by the National Solid Waste Policy (NSWP) and the Sustainable Development Goals. (SDG). With data from 2019 and 2020, provided by the Ecological ICMS and the State System of Environmental Education Information (SISEA), the research aims to diagnose the gaps and successes of waste management practices in the state. The methodology involved the documentary analysis of data on selective collection infrastructure, awareness campaigns, and environmental education programs in each municipality. The results revealed that 33 municipalities (41.8%) did not present effective environmental education actions. In contrast, cities like Campo Grande, Amambai, Maracaju, and Taquarussu stand out for their structured selective collection, presence of voluntary delivery points (VDP), and especially for their continued environmental education that reach different target audiences, involving various social groups in sustainable practices and the formation of sustainable citizens. The study points out that the lack of actions in municipalities with large populations, such as Anastácio and Ribas do Rio Pardo, exacerbates environmental and public health problems, due to the irregular disposal of waste, which contributes to the emergence of small dumps along roadsides and riparian forests. The absence of these initiatives limits sustainable development and the achievement of the SDG targets, such as SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). The results of this evaluation emphasize the need to expand technical and financial support policies for municipalities with less activity, encouraging partnerships and strengthening solid waste management infrastructure. It is suggested that the state government create incentive and training programs to expand environmental education, consolidating Mato Grosso do Sul as a model of ecological responsibility and alignment with the SDGs.
STUDY OF HUMAN RELATIONS THEORY: HAWTHORNE EXPERIMENT
Authors: Wunder Ana Katiussa
Published: November 2024

The Hawthorne Experiment, a landmark in Human Relations Theory, highlighted the importance of social interaction in the workplace for productivity, rather than physical factors such as lighting. The study concluded that behavior and social relationships among employees influence productivity more than external rewards.
O IMPACTO PSICOSSOCIAL DO ENSINO REMOTO MEDIADO POR TECNOLOGIAS DIGITAIS: DESAFIOS E OPORTUNIDADES NA EDUCAÇÃO EM TEMPOS DE CRISE
Authors: Melanias Paulo Raphael Pereira
Published: November 2024

This article aims to analyze the psychosocial impact of remote teaching mediated by Digital Technologies (DTs) in the context of Language courses of the State Secretariat of Education and Sports (Seduc-AM) in Manaus during the Covid-19 pandemic. The rationale for this study lies in the need to understand how the rapid transition to remote teaching has affected both pedagogical practices and the emotional well-being of teachers and students. The methodology used was a qualitative and exploratory research, focusing on a case study. Questionnaires were applied and interviews were conducted with teachers who work in the state education system. The data obtained were analyzed based on the content analysis technique proposed by Bardin (2010), resulting in two main analytical categories: the challenges faced during remote teaching and the opportunities for pedagogical innovation offered by DTs. The results revealed that, although the transition to remote teaching has brought significant challenges, such as the increase in workload and inequality in access to technologies,  It also offered opportunities for the diversification of pedagogical practices and the development of new skills. The research highlights the importance of continuous training and adequate technical support for the effective integration of DTs in education.
THE ESSENTIAL ROLE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY IN PROFESSIONAL FOOTBALL
Authors: da Fonseca Giulliana Iafrate
Published: November 2024

The role of physiotherapists in professional football is critical for both the physical recovery of athletes and the implementation of strategies that promote injury prevention and enhance performance. With a comprehensive understanding of biomechanics and movement principles, physiotherapists can assess players’ performance and work closely with coaching staff to devise effective game tactics. Their expertise enables them to identify movement patterns and areas of stress that can lead to injuries, ultimately helping to minimize these risks. Education plays a vital part in the physiotherapist's responsibilities, as they teach athletes about health maintenance and the significance of injury prevention. This educational component is essential for ensuring that players can sustain a long and successful sports career. Despite progress in prevention and rehabilitation practices, studies reveal persistent gaps between clinical practice and scientific evidence. Increased regulation of the profession, coupled with a multidisciplinary approach that incorporates psychological support, emphasizes the growing importance of physiotherapy within football. Moreover, recognizing the psychological factors that influence recovery and utilizing evidence-based protocols are vital for optimizing rehabilitation outcomes. The physiotherapist’s influence extends beyond physical recovery; they are integral in fostering the overall health and well-being of athletes, which significantly impacts team performance. Moving forward, the field of physiotherapy in football must prioritize continuous professional development, the adoption of innovative practices, and the establishment of an environment that values both the physical and mental health of players.
TRANSFORMATION OF LOGISTICS THROUGH THE INTERNET OF THINGS IOT: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Authors: de Oliveira Regiane Marques Junger
Published: November 2024

The transformation of logistics through the Internet of Things (IoT) represents a significant step forward in the efficiency and competitiveness of supply chains. This article explores the fundamental definitions of logistics and IoT, highlighting the importance of logistics in the global economy. Current applications of IoT, such as asset tracking, inventory management, and predictive maintenance, are discussed, as well as challenges faced in implementation, such as costs, data security, and integration of legacy systems. On the other hand, opportunities provided by IoT include improvements in operational efficiency, customer experience, and market innovation. Case studies exemplify the practical application of IoT in companies such as Amazon, DHL, and Walmart. The article also discusses future trends, such as the integration of IoT with emerging technologies and the development of autonomous vehicles. It concludes with guidelines for companies wishing to implement IoT solutions in logistics, emphasizing the importance of careful evaluation and continuous innovation. This analysis highlights the transformative potential of IoT in logistics, offering a path for significant and sustainable improvements in the sector.
DYNAMICS OF MN AVAILABILITY OF AERATED SOILS BY ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION
Authors: Miyazawa Mario , Araujo-Junior Cezar Francisco , Mello Giovana
Published: November 2024

Manganese is a micronutrient absorbed by the plant in the form of Mn2+, the available content of soils is between 1 and 10 mg.kg-1, but it is the only element that undergoes major changes with climate changes (temperature, humidity, solar radiation) of tropical soils. The other nutrients do not change with climatic conditions. There is still no consensus on the mechanism of the dynamics of Mn solubilization in aerated soil. The known reactions are neutralization of Mn2+ toxicity by liming, forming Mn(OH)2 and the other is increased solubilization by reducing MnO2 to Mn2+ by anaerobic microorganism.

This article presents the results of research on the dynamics of Mn2+, Mn-disp, availability of aerated soils. The soil temperature below 20 oC remains unchanged for a long time. But when the soil is heated and dried by solar radiation, a temperature > 50 oC, the Mn-disp increases from 5 to 70 mg.kg-1. However, when the soil is moistened with rainwater, after a few days, the Mn-disp content returns to the initial value, 5mg.kg-1. Showing that, in order to remain stable Mn-disp content, it requires soil cover with vegetables, keeps it moist and keeps temperature fluctuations minimal to favor the development of microorganisms.

The complementary research of the study of the dynamics of Mn-disp in soils, no reduction of MnO2 to Mn2+ or oxidation of Mn2+ to MnO2 was observed. That is, the increase or decrease in the availability of Mn does not alter the total levels of Mn2+ or MnO2 in the soils.
PRODUCTIVE REALITY AND POSSIBILITY OF USING CULTIVARS OF THE GENUS MEGATHYRSUS
Authors: Santos Gustavo de Sousa , Baião Danilo Corrêa , Santos Alessandro José Marques , Backes Clarice , Teodoro Arthur Gabriel , Tomazello Danilo Augusto
Published: November 2024

Inadequate pasture management in Brazil has resulted in degradation and reduced livestock productivity. Disordered intensive grazing compromises the response capacity of forages, while the lack of soil correction and fertilization, together with inadequate practices, contribute to low productivity and degradation of the environment. Erosion, especially laminar erosion, is a significant indicator of this problem, causing soil loss and increasing runoff. In addition, poor practices promote the emergence of weeds, aggravating the situation. It is crucial to adopt sustainable management technologies, such as pasture reform and recovery, to maintain their productive capacity. The choice of suitable forages and specific management are essential to ensure the sustainability of the animal production system. Cultivars of the genus Megathyrsus maximus are highlighted for their high dry matter production and nutritional quality. Since the 1980s, several cultivars have been developed in Brazil, starting with the Colonião cultivar, one of the first, and also others such as Tanzania-1, Mombasa, Massai, BRS Zuri, BRS Tamani and BRS Kenya, more current. The productive capacity of the forage canopy is influenced by factors such as temperature, light and nutrients, which must be respected for good production and persistence of pastures. Proper management, with grazing strategies, is necessary to optimize production and efficiency in pasture use.
VERIFICATION OF A THEORETICAL MEDIA MODEL BETWEEN ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT, KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL IN WORKERS IN THE STATE OF RIO GRANDE DO NORTE
Authors: Formiga Nilton S. , Sena Adelmaria C. , Santiago Fabiana P. , Sena Jefferson Vitoriano
Published: November 2024

The main objective of this chapter is to evaluate the relationship between organizational support, knowledge management and positive psychological capital, and their impact on employee satisfaction in public and private organizations. In a scenario of constant transformations in organizational structures and dynamics, the role of individuals has proven to be strategic for achieving corporate goals. In this context, knowledge management, which involves the creation, sharing and application of knowledge, and organizational support, based on expectations of exchanges and mutual benefits between organization and employee, play fundamental roles in the development of employees' positive psychological capital. The research included the participation of employees from public and private institutions in Natal, RN, who answered sociodemographic data, the knowledge management scale, perception of organizational support and positive psychological capital at work. In the verification of the theoretical model, it was observed that the model, which hypothesized a mediational effect of knowledge management between organizational support and positive psychological capital at work, was confirmed. It was also observed that the greater the organizational support, the greater the knowledge management as a function of positive psychological capital. The mediational effect of knowledge management is considered important as a variable that contributes to the development and maintenance of organizational work events aimed at identifying and elaborating emotional elements in the work environment.
Teachers’ proof or teacher proof? The influence of performativity on teachers’ practice in South African classrooms
Authors: Badal Bernice
Published: November 2024

Using the meta-theoretical tenets of social constructivism and the conceptual framework of Stephen Ball (2003), this qualitative study investigated teachers’ perceptions and practices in highly regulated reform policy contexts. Data capture involved semi-structured inter¬views and observations conducted over the period of a school year. Findings revealed that accountability and performativity measures that are aligned with the current reform have increased the complexity of teachers’ practices, intensified labour and heightened their need for compliance. The data revealed a dissonance between the perceptions of policy bureaucrats and teachers in relation to the efficacy of statistical goals within the paradigm of performativity However, the main factor that motivated teachers’ compliance and conformity hinged on the creation of a favourable impression and an appeasement of external agents.
The central position of this article, how¬ever, holds that suppressing teachers’ professional judgement leads to the neglect of crucial learning goals such as learner motivation and critical thinking which are crucial aims of schooling. English teachers are best placed to support this type of learning, but it is doubtful whether silenced teachers can raise critical learners.
Keywords: Teacher accountability; performativity; teacher compliance; teacher judgement; teacher voice.
Izingqinamba ezibhekana nothisha abafundisa isiZulu ULimi LokuQala LokwEngeza kwezinye zezikole ezazaziwa njengezabamhlophe eMnambithi
Authors: Msomi Melusi
Published: November 2024

This study examines the challenges faced by teachers who teach isiZulu as a first additional language (FAL) in schools formerly known as Model C schools. These teachers face many challenges because this language is not taken seriously. The Department of Basic Education has made it compulsory for all schools in KwaZulu-Natal to offer isiZulu either as Home Language or as FAL. The ex-model C schools were forced to put measures in place to accommodate these changes implemented by the Department of Basic Education in the province of KwaZulu-Natal. It is evident that when these schools introduced isiZulu as FAL this language was not taken seriously and that has led some teachers to leave these schools. That in turn means going an extra mile when trying to instil an interest in the language among learners. As a result, the performance of learners in such schools is not good, and teachers do not stay for a long period. This paper serves to increase the awareness among teachers at these schools of the challenges they face. It will also suggest possible solutions to the challenges. A qualitative methodology has been followed as research approach. Interviews and observations have been used to collect data. Constructivism is used as the theoretical framework of this paper. This theory supports the view that there are many ways of teaching a language. In some schools it is thought that teaching a language is about going into class and teaching, without considering other factors affecting language teaching, like the insights we may gain from second language acquisition research. Additionally, this paper employed a language management approach to analyse the data on both macro and micro levels
Institutional responses to academic literacy challenges: An in-house test as an alternative for assessing academic literacy levels
Authors: Drennan Laura , Joubert Michelle , Weideman Albert
Published: November 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic brought about disruptions to the administration of conventional academic literacy tests, which necessitated alternative ways of identifying students in need of literacy support. In response to this disruption, an existing in-house test was identified as a potential alternative for measuring incoming students’ ability to handle the demands of academic discourse. Such an alternative was necessary for the effective identification of students needing additional academic literacy support and their placement in appropriate faculty-specific literacy courses. Although the first round of institutional piloting deemed the online version of the test appropriate for being employed for these purposes, a further administration of the test was conducted to confirm whether the traditional (pencil-and-paper) version of the test yielded similar results and whether the quality of the test is such that it is appropriate for implementation at an institutional level. This paper compares the results of these two administrations of the test and reflects on the potential value of such an in-house test to achieve and enhance the synchrony between assessment, curriculum and teaching, building on earlier work on this.
Keywords: academic literacy, design principles, language assessment, student placement, validity
Editor's note
Authors: Sebolai Kabelo
Published: November 2024

This volume follows a landmark special issue of the Journal for Language Teaching dedicated to articles written in African languages. It comprises a total of six articles written in English and one in isiZulu that continue to deal with matters that are pertinent to the issue of language teaching and development in current times. We continue to be grateful to the authors of these articles for choosing the Journal for Language Teaching as the destination for their scholarly work. The same goes for the scholars who agreed to review these articles and provided feedback which guided our decision to include them in this issue.
NITROGEN MANAGEMENT IN RICE CULTIVATION USING REJECTED SAGO STARCH COATED UREA PRILLS
Authors:   Universiti Putra Malaysia Bintulu Campus, 97000 Bintulu, Sarawak, Malaysia, R, KAVITHA , O, LATIFAH , O H, AHMED , P W, CHARLES , K, SUSILAWATI
Published: November 2024

Rejected sago starch (RSS) was used as a coating material for urea encapsulation to prevent rapid loss of nitrogen (N). The RSS slurry served as the inner layer coated with dried RSS as the outer layer without any additives such as a binder or plasticiser. A pot study was conducted for 120 days to determine the effects of RSS-coated urea on N recovery, N uptake and N use efficiency (NUE) in rice cultivation compared to uncoated urea. RSS-coated urea effectively retained soil total N due to a thin wall layer embedded in homogeneous RSS that formed capsules to protect the urea surface from being rapidly hydrolysed when reacting with soil water. RSS-coated urea not only improved soil N retention; but also enhanced the number of leaves, number of tillers, number of panicles, and root length of rice cultivated in tropical acid soil. RSS-coated urea improved N uptake and NUE, thus enhancing rice growth performance through sufficient N in soil for rice plants to assimilate. Urea prills could be coated with natural biopolymers such as RSS to improve N recovery, N uptake and NUE in rice cultivation compared to uncoated urea. RSS could potentially reduce adverse environmental impacts from the indiscriminate use of chemical-based coating materials for urea prills.
Keywords: Coated urea, natural polymer, retention; starch, uptake
Preparation of Polyaniline/Polypyrrole Thin Films as Electrode in Salt Water Dechlorination
Authors: Maryanti  , Yusmaniar
Published: November 2024

Chlorine is a chemical element that is widely used in daily life that require for dechlorination process to prevent the environment. One method that can be used to treat chlorine waste is through dechlorination. During the dechlorination process, electrodes that chemically stable properties are used. This study aims to test the dechlorination of polyaniline (PANI), polypyrrole (PPy), and various compositions of PANI/PPy composite. FTIR shows related functional groups found in PANI, PPy, and PANI/PPy. XRD shows that the PANI formed was in the semicrystalline phase, while PPy was in the amorphous phase. The conductivity test shows that the PANI sample has the highest conductancy value compared to the PPy or PANI/PPy samples. PANI/PPy with composition ratio of 75/25 had the highest difference in conductance values compared to other composites. The highest dechlorination efficiency value occurred in PANI at a voltage of 1.8 V, which was 1.9%. Meanwhile, in PANI/PPy composite, the highest dechlorination efficiency value came from PANI/PPy 75/25, which was 0.97%.
Review: Potensi dan Masalah dalam Pengembangan Kemandirian Bahan Baku Obat Tradisional di Indonesia
Authors: Suliasih Babay Asih , Mun'im Abdul
Published: November 2024

Penggunaan herbal untuk tujuan kesehatan sudah banyak dilakukan sejak beribu tahun yang lampau, jauh sebelum ditemukannya obat kimia sintetis. Indonesia merupakan salah satu negara di dunia yang terkenal memiliki keanekaragaman hayati yang besar di mana memiliki sekitar 30.000 jenis tanaman yang merupakan 75% dari jumlah tanaman di dunia sehingga Indonesia dikenal dengan mega-center keanekaragaman hayati dunia. Dengan demikian, Indonesia memiliki potensi yang sangat besar dalam industri obat tradisional yang dapat bersaing di tingkat dunia. Namun dalam pengembangan bahan baku tradisional dan produksi obat tradisional terdapat beberapa masalah yang dapat menghambat pertumbuhan industri obat tradisional, di antaranya bahan baku herbal yang tidak memenuhi syarat, iklim usaha yang kurang kondusif, teknologi rancang bangun untuk produksi bahan baku ekstrak yang masih sangat kurang, ketersediaan laboratorium pihak ketiga yang tidak merata di wilayah Indonesia sehingga menyulitkan industri menengah dan kecil yang mengalami keterbatasan fasilitas untuk pengujian produk, belum masuknya obat tradisional dalam program JKN, dan kurangnya bukti empiris dari tanaman yang berpotensi sebagai bahan baku obat tradisional. Untuk mengatasi masalah ini, perlu dukungan yang intensif dan sinergi dari pemerintah dan badan legislatif yang dapat mengeluarkan kebijakan-kebijakan untuk mempercepat perkembangan Industri Obat Tradisional. Selain itu, kerja sama yang baik dengan para pelaku usaha, akademisi, dan organisasi kemasyarakatan juga diperlukan dalam mewujudkan kemandirian bahan baku obat tradisional.
The degree of independence of people with developmental disabilities and factors that influence their intention to be independent
Authors:   Special Education Research Institute, Park Dan-A , Choi Jin-Hyeok , Lee Sang-A , Jung Jung-Im
Published: November 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to identify the degree of independence of people with developmental disabilities and the factors that affect their independence Method: For this purpose, frequency analysis, cross-tabulation analysis, and logistic regression analysis were conducted using the data of “Work and Life of People with Developmental Disabilities in 2023”. Results: The results of the study showed that the type of disability had a significant effect on demographic factors, while other variables had no significant relationship. Next, logistic regression analysis showed that needing help from others (OR=1.499, p<.001), having friends (OR=1.315, p<.05), having money available (OR=1.504, p<.05), ability to cope with emergencies (OR=1.758, p<.01), and self-determination (OR=2. 135, p<.001) were found to have a significant effect on the independence intention of people with developmental disabilities, while the experience of not being able to do what they wanted to do due to disability did not have a significant effect on the independence intention of people with developmental disabilities. Conclusion: Based on these findings, it was suggested that there is a need for policies to increase the intention of independence of people with developmental disabilities.
Current Status of Smart Device Utilization and Teacher Recognition in Special Schools with Physical Disabilities
Authors:   Special Education Research Institute, Kim Chang-Ho , Park Jea-Kook
Published: November 2024

Purpose: We want to understand the level of sensory movement and AAC use of students with physical disabilities and how much special teachers use smart devices for the education of students with physical disabilities, and investigate the perceptions and requirements of education using smart devices. Method: For 115 special teachers working at special schools with physical disabilities, students' sensory performance, complementary and alternative communication skills, smart device usage, and perception of smart device usage were investigated. For frequency analysis of student characteristics and utilization status, and cross-analysis of teacher variables and smart device use, Excel 2021 and SPSS 27.0 were statistically processed. Results: The degree of moderate disability was confirmed in physical disabilities special schools. It was found that a significant number of teachers in special schools with physical disabilities use smart devices in class at least once a week, often for motivation purposes, and mainly use video content. Smart devices are recognized as helpful and they are expected to be effective in communication and leisure use. They asked development of various contents and improvement of access to smart devices. Conclusion: It is necessary to develop various contents at the national level to use smart devices for students with physical disabilities, and several follow-up studies are needed to increase the accessibility of students with physical disabilities to smart devices. Customized teacher training for guidance of students with physical disabilities and support for active use of smart devices as AAC are needed.
A társadalom és a technológia egymásra hatása és jövőformáló erejük
Authors: Rab Árpád
Published: November 2024

A cikk első felében a kultúráról mint az emberiség túlélési stratégiájáról lesz szó. Jelenünket és jövőnket a technológia és a társadalom egymásra hatása és kölcsönös formáló ereje határozza meg, ennek kontextusát a hatodik hullám elméletében bontja ki a tanulmány, ezt követően pedig két élenjáró technológia, a mesterséges intelligencia és a humanoid robotok esettanulmánya mentén írja le a jövő változásait. Célja egyrészt leírni a technológia társadalmi hatásainak összetett, örvényszerű, folyamatosan változó, dinamikus irányát, másrészt a jövőformáló technológiák etikus, társadalmi felelősséget érző és értő elterjesztése. A terjedelmi korlátok miatt ez természetesen csak felvillantása a jó megoldásoknak, de irányadó lehet az ember és a technológia értékteremtő együttműködésének fejlesztésében. A társadalom igényeinek megértése, a türelem és elfogadás alkalmazása a trendek ismeretében, az érdektérképek őszinte felvázolása, a tudatosság növelése a szükségszerűségek és igények mentén okos változásokat, többszörös sikereket indukálhat.
Nonhumán, inhumán, antihumán, poszthumán, humán?
Authors: Tóth Adrienn Anita
Published: November 2024

Az ember belső szükséglete, hogy meghatározza önmagát, gondolkodjon önmagáról. Ez az igény valamennyi tudományágban megjelenik. Minden esetben fontos kérdés, hogy az adott terület képviselői milyen emberkép alapján gondolkodnak, s céljaik, módszereik, eredményeik hogyan viszonyulnak ehhez. Horváth Márk, Lovász Ádám és Nemes Z. Márió A poszthumanizmus változatai – Ember, embertelen és ember utáni című műve átfogó képet ad a poszthumanizmus változásairól. Filozófiai, esztétikai megközelítéseken keresztül járja körbe, értelmezi a meglévő emberképfogalmakat, magyarázza a mögöttes tendenciákat, s kontextust teremt a fogalmak mélyebb megértéséhez. A recenzió néhány gondolat mentén reflektál a mű alapkérdésére, és biztat a különböző emberképek megismerésére.
Robotsebészeti munkafolyamatok vizsgálata és támogatása a sebészeti adattudomány korában
Authors: Lukács Eszter , Levendovics Tamás , Levendovics Renáta , Kronreif Gernot , Haidegger Tamás
Published: November 2024

A minimál invazív sebészet (MIS) új korszakot hozott a sebészetben, kisebb bemetszésekkel csökkentve a beavatkozás kockázatait. A MIS digitális technológiával való ötvözésével létrejött a robotasszisztált minimál invazív sebészet (RAMIS), amely teleoperáció segítségével olyan további újításokat vezetett be, mint a kézremegés kiszűrése és a jobb ergonómia. Ezek az újítások tovább növelték a sebészi precizitást. Az elmúlt években egyre nagyobb hangsúlyt kapott a műtéti eljárás egyes fázisainak elemzése, amelyre a sebészeti adattudomány (Surgical Data Science, SDS) mesterségesintelligencia-alapú módszerei kínálnak hatékony megoldásokat. A fázisfelismerés lehetővé teszi a beavatkozás különböző szakaszainak azonosítását, amely támpontot ad a sebészeti teljesítmény precízebb értékeléséhez és személyre szabott képzési programok kidolgozásához. Az orvostudomány, a technológia és a mesterséges intelligencia összefonódása forradalmasítja a sebészetet, és javítja a betegellátás minőségét.
A mesterséges intelligencia mint új eszköz az oktatók és a tanulók kezében, különös tekintettel a tehetséggondozásra
Authors: Esztelecki Péter , Szűts Zoltán
Published: November 2024

A mesterséges intelligencia gyors fejlődése az oktatásban is jelentős változásokat hozott. A tanulmány bemutatja, hogy a középfokú iskolai nevelésben az oktatók és tanulók egyaránt különböző módokon reagálnak az új technológiai lehetőségekre: míg egyesek kihasználják a bennük rejlő potenciált a tanulási folyamatok hatékonyabbá tételére, mások aggodalommal tekintenek a változásokra. A mesterséges intelligencia különösen a tehetséggondozás terén jelez nagy ígéretet, mivel lehetővé teszi a tanulók egyéni igényeinek megfelelő tananyagok és feladatok kialakítását. A virtuális asszisztensek és az intelligens tutorok adaptív tanulási platformokkal együttműködve segítik a diákok fejlődését és támogatják az oktatók munkáját. Ugyanakkor fontos figyelembe venni az MI-technológia jelenlegi korlátait és a vele járó etikai kihívásokat, különösen a tanulási folyamat emberi tényezőinek fontosságát.
Infokommunikációs technológiák a magas támogatási szükségletű emberek augmentatív és alternatív kommunikációjának szolgálatában
Authors: Márkus Eszter
Published: November 2024

A tanulmány a súlyosan-halmozottan fogyatékos (magas támogatási szükségletű) személyek körében előforduló komplex kommunikációs igény ismertetése után a sérült vagy hiányzó kommunikációs funkciók kiegészítését vagy pótlását szolgáló augmentatív és alternatív kommunikációs lehetőségeket mutatja be. Az áttekintés a segédeszközt nem igénylő kommunikációs módok ismertetésétől a különböző szintű technikai igényű rendszerek rövid bemutatásán keresztül jut el a magas technikai igényű (high-tech) rendszerekig, melyekhez infokommunikációs eszközökre és speciális szoftverekre van szükség. A számítógépen alkalmazható, Magyarországon elérhető szoftverek rövid bemutatása után kitér az asszisztív technológiákra, melyek magas támogatási szükségletű személyek esetében az infokommunikációs eszközök optimális használatához szükségesek lehetnek.
A „valósághajlító” technológiák és szabályozási dilemmáik
Authors: Ződi Zsolt
Published: November 2024

Bart van der Sloot új könyve kiváló összefoglalást ad arról a négy technológiáról, amelyek jelenleg a technológiai fejlődés élvonalában vannak: a humanoid robotokról, a mélyhamisításról, a kiterjesztett és a virtuális valóságról. A könyv szabályozásközpontú: a főszöveg 226 oldalából több mint száz annak magyarázata, hogyan képezi le a jelenlegi jogi paradigma a négy technológiát, harminc oldal a könyv végén pedig ajánlás a döntéshozók számára.
Tendencia de la glucosa ante series repetidas de carácter anaeróbico, predictor de fatiga en atletas universitarios de la CDMX
Authors: Monterrosa Quintana Ricardo
Published: November 2024

El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar la tendencia de la glucosa en sangre durante sprints repetidos de carácter anaeróbico y su relación con la fatiga en estudiantes universitarios de la Ciudad de México, dada la poca diversidad de resultados sobre este tema de investigación, 8 estudiantes universitarios con un nivel de actividad física alta realizaron un test anaeróbico de 250 metros planos a máxima velocidad de ejecución durante 4 series con un amplio intervalo de descanso entre series. Todas las medidas de glucosa se tomaron con un “Glucómetro One Touch Ultra Mini”, el tiempo de ejecución se registró con Cronómetro Digital Taylor 5828 y Photo Finish: Crono Automático Photo Finish GbR, para el análisis de datos se utilizó el programa jamovi 2.2.28. Los resultados mostraron; una correlación muy fuerte para n 4 sujetos, una correlación fuerte en n 3 sujetos y una correlación alta en n 1 sujeto.  Las correlaciones r de Pearson establecieron que mientras los mmol de glucosa aumentaban el rendimiento deportivo iba en decremento. Los resultados podrían estar influenciados por el nivel deportivo de los sujetos, así como el bajo control de las variables externas las cuales pudieron afectar el rendimiento de cada sujeto. En conclusión, la tendencia que presenta la glucosa hacia la hipoglucemia después de realizar esfuerzos máximos puede predecir la fatiga muscular.