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REVIEW OF EXISTING METHODS AND MEANS OF MECHANIZATION FOR BASIC TILLAGE
Authors:   Don State Technical University, Rostov-on-Don, Russian Federation, Guzheva T.O. , Podlesny D.S. ,   Don State Technical University, Rostov-on-Don, Russian Federation
Published: December 2024

The article provides an overview of existing methods and means of mechanization for basic tillage and their impact on the formation and production of crops. The work assessed various means used in basic soil cultivation. Theoretical data characterizing soil tillage processes are presented. Also considered are means, machines and tools for increasing soil fertility.
STRATEGI PROGRAM ECO-PESANTREN DALAM MENGHADIRKAN KARAKTER PEDULI LINGKUNGAN TERHADAP PONDOK PESANTREN MALAHAYATI BANDAR LAMPUNG
Authors: Fifi Risana  , Hamidah  , Muhammad Adib  , Azet Sampurna  , A.Ikhlas Muhtar Hadi  , Ali Murtadho  , Baharudin  , Ikhsan Mustofa
Published: December 2024

This article discusses the strategies implemented by the Malahayati Islamic Boarding School in Bandar Lampung in forming environmentally conscious characters through the eco-boarding school program. As an Islamic-based educational institution, the Malahayati Islamic Boarding School in Bandar Lampung has an important role in instilling Islamic values ​​that also include aspects of caring for nature. The eco-boarding school program implemented in this boarding school aims to integrate character education with environmental conservation values. This study uses a qualitative method with an observation approach and in-depth interviews conducted with the Mudir (boarding school leader) and educators at the boarding school. Data obtained from interviews and documentation were analyzed using descriptive analysis techniques. The results of the study indicate that the eco-boarding school program implemented in the Malahayati Islamic Boarding School in Bandar Lampung has proven effective in increasing students' awareness and concern for the environment. Some of the main activities in this program include planting gardens, inter-class cleanliness competitions, and maintaining aquariums in students' rooms, which directly involve students in maintaining the cleanliness and sustainability of nature. This program also plays an important role in forming the character of students who are disciplined, responsible, and have a high sense of concern for the environment around them. It is expected that the implementation of this eco-pesantren program can be adopted by other Islamic boarding schools as an educational model that combines religious aspects with environmental preservation
OPTIMALISASI SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA MELALUI PERANAN KNOWLEDGE SHARING DI ORGANISASI PEMBINAAN ANAK-ANAK SALMAN INSTITUT TEKNOLOGI BANDUNG (PAS ITB)
Authors: Fadhilah Hartary Barkah  , Rusmana Agus , Khairul Anwar Rully
Published: December 2024

As a coaching or teaching organization for children, members of the organization or what are usually called PAS ITB supervisors implement knowledge sharing activities to eliminate knowledge gaps between supervisors who have various characters and different educational backgrounds. Knowledge sharing helps in increasing the competence of each individual so that optimization of human resources in the organization can be created and organizational performance can increase. The aim of this research is to find out the role of knowledge sharing in the PAS ITB organization and what the supporting and inhibiting factors are for knowledge sharing in the PAS ITB organization. The method used in this research is a qualitative method with a case study approach. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the implementation of knowledge sharing at PAS ITB includes various activities, namely work meetings, mentoring of seniors, consolidation, morning dew, evaluation, large socialization and casual discussions between PAS ITB seniors. Knowledge management is carried out in the form of sorting various information or documentation of activities via centralized links, classifying documents via Google Drive and disseminating content or information via social media. Supporting factors for knowledge sharing at PAS ITB are trust and openness, organizational culture, reciprocal relationships between senders and recipients of knowledge and support from leaders. Meanwhile, the factors inhibiting knowledge sharing at PAS ITB are lack of full involvement of organizational members, lack of maximum documentation and lack of use of ICT (Information and Communication Technology).
HUBUNGAN KEBUTUHAN INFORMASI SEHARI-HARI DENGAN PENGGUNAAN OPENAI CHAT GPT
Authors: Farikasari Nurul , Prijana Prijana , Saeful Rohman Asep
Published: December 2024

This study examines the use of OpenAI Chat GPT in information retrieval by students at six leading universities in Indonesia. This study uses a quota sampling method with 600 students from Airlangga University, Brawijaya University, Diponegoro University, Gadjah Mada University, Padjadjaran University, and UIN Sunang Gunung Djati Bandung as the research sample. Pearson Product Moment correlation analysis shows that the majority of students use OpenAI Chat GPT for academic and non-academic needs with a high level of satisfaction. There is a significant relationship between students' daily information needs and the use of OpenAI Chat GPT. Valuable and useful information is correlated with more efficient and accurate information retrieval. This study supports the new media theory which states that digital technology changes the way individuals interact with information, enabling more personal and interactive experiences. This study provides theoretical contributions to the literature on the use of AI technology in information retrieval and practical recommendations for further research development.
HUBUNGAN LITERASI MEDIA DENGAN TINGKAT AKSES KURSUS PROGRAM PENDIDIKAN ONLINE LINKEDIN LEARNING MAHASISWA FAKULTAS ILMU KOMUNIKASI NON-PASCASARJANA UNIVERSITAS PADJADJARAN
Authors: Ilyas Januar , Rizal Edwin , Yanto Andri
Published: December 2024

This study aims to see if there is a relationship between media literacy and the level of access to LinkedIn Learning courses. The concept of digital literacy used in the research is the Individual Competence Framework by the European Commission which consists of 3 indicators, namely technical usage skills, critical understanding, and communication skills. The media literacy variable is further divided into 3 (three) ability categories namely Basic, Medium, and Advanced. Similarly, the LinkedIn Learning course access variable is divided into 3 (three) levels namely “Low”, “Medium”, “High”.  The method used in this research is a quantitative method with a correlational approach, which tries to see the relationship between two or more variables and the strength of the relationship. This research was conducted on 65 students of the Faculty of Non-Postgraduate Communication Sciences class of 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2023 at Padjadjaran University, who were selected based on simple random sampling technique. The data analysis techniques used in this study are descriptive and inferential using the Chi-Square test. The results showed that there was no correlation between students' media literacy and the level of access to LinkedIn Learning online education program courses by students of the Faculty of Non-Postgraduate Communication Sciences, Universitas Padjadjaran. From the three sub-variables of media literacy based on the Individual Competence Framework, namely critical understanding, and communication skills also have a significant relationship with media literacy, but the sub-variable of technical usage skills has a significant relationship with media literacy.
PROGRAM TWENTY DAYS WITH YOUR BOOK DALAM MENINGKATKAN DAYA BACA MAHASISWA STUDI DESKRIPTIF PROGRAM UNIT KERJA MAHASISWA UNP
Authors: Musliani Musliani , Primadesi Yona
Published: December 2024

This research aims to describe how the Twenty Days with Your Book   program works and to describe its benefits in increasing the reading ability of members at UKM PPIPM UNP. This type of research is qualitative research with descriptive methods. Interviews, observation and documentation were research instruments used to collect data involving seven informants consisting of the person in charge of the program and participants who took part in the Twenty Days with Your Book   program. The data analysis techniques used are data collection, data reduction, and drawing conclusions. The results of this research show that the implementation of the Twenty Days with Your Book   program has been carried out in accordance with planning starting from the program concept which has been designed and implemented well, the program targets are right on target, the program implementation indicators have been achieved because they exceed 60% of their targets, the realization procedures have been carried out well. , the selection of reading materials is appropriate but needs improvement, and the evaluation process is carried out well. The benefits they felt based on changes in behavior after participating in the program showed positive changes that were visible in the way they set goals for reading, the process of selecting reading materials, increased reading comprehension, and more efficient use of time. Then the benefits they felt related to their reading ability showed a visible development in the way they drew conclusions after reading, the way they found the main points of the paragraphs and the participants' increased understanding of the reading.
PERAN PERPUSTAKAAN DALAM MENINGKATKAN MINAT BACA SISWA DI SD NEGERI 1 MUARA TELADAN
Authors: Efrianti Okta , Santoso Budhi
Published: December 2024

This study aims to determine the role of the library in enhancing students' reading interest at SD Negeri 1 Muara Teladan. The research method used is qualitative with a case study approach. The informants in this study consist of librarians, teachers, and students at SD Negeri 1 Muara Teladan. Data collection techniques were carried out through interviews, observations, and documentation. The data were analyzed to identify themes related to students' reading interest. The results show that the library plays a very important role in increasing students' reading interest by organizing several activities, such as accessible book lending, scheduled library visits, and literacy activities. However, challenges were identified, including low student interest in reading, insufficient budget for library facilities, and a lack of library staff. Facilities such as bookshelves, tables, and chairs need to be improved to support reading activities. Despite these challenges, students showed high enthusiasm for the activities organized by the library, highlighting the library's potential even with its limitations. With improvements in library facilities, increased budgets, and additional library staff, students' reading interest can continue to grow, positively impacting their academic achievements. The library at SD Negeri 1 Muara Teladan plays a crucial role in fostering students' reading interest, but optimizing facilities and more engaging activities are still necessary to achieve better outcomes.
The Effectiveness of IT-Based Audiovisual Media in Enhancing Islamic Religious Education Learning Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis
Authors: Yahya Muhamad Slamet , Fian Khafifatul , Afandi Rahman , Masruri Muhammad
Published: December 2024

This study examines the effectiveness of IT-based audiovisual media in improving learning outcomes in Islamic Religious Education (PAI). Using meta-analysis techniques, seven studies were analyzed, each meeting specific criteria such as publication within the past decade and a focus on Islamic education. The data analysis utilized the JASP statistical application, and additional information was collected via questionnaires distributed to 38 educators and 14 students. The results demonstrate that IT-based audiovisual media significantly enhance student learning outcomes, with an average effect size of 0.959, categorized as large. The findings reveal that commonly used media include PowerPoint, digital videos, and educational platforms like Google Classroom. While educators and students show moderate familiarity with IT-based media, their adoption remains inconsistent, with only 52.6% of educators frequently utilizing these tools. This research underscores the importance of integrating IT-based audiovisual media to foster active learning and improve educational quality in Islamic education. It highlights the need for further training and support for educators to maximize the potential of technological innovations in teaching. Future studies are recommended to explore the long-term impact of IT-based media on student engagement and academic performance across diverse educational contexts.
Supporting Sustainability through Maritime Literacy and Valuable Reflections for the Future: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors: Husamah Husamah , Rahardjanto Abdulkadir , Lestari Nurdiyah , Permana Tutut Indria , Hadi Samsun
Published: December 2024

This study investigates Scopus-indexed articles to identify literacy trends that support maritime sustainability and derive key insights for future research and development. Using a PRISMA-based systematic literature review (SLR) combined with thematic analysis, the findings reveal an increasing trend in publications, primarily in the fields of environmental sciences, social sciences, and biology. Highly cited works, such as those by Kelly et al. and Gutierrez and Thornton, highlight dominant research contributions from the United States, the United Kingdom, and the European Union, with the European Union emerging as a key funding source. Six interrelated keywords were identified: sustainability, literacy, education, students, knowledge, and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The review identifies five critical themes: marine sustainability and literacy, education, collaboration and stakeholder engagement, challenges and opportunities in marine resource management, and social awareness. In conclusion, the study underscores the growing importance of publications on maritime sustainability, driven by international collaborations and thematic focus on six central keywords.
Enhancing Problem-Solving Skills and Learning Motivation Through Problem-Based Learning Modules in Biology Education
Authors: Fadwa Frida , Muhibbuddin Muhibbuddin , Rahmatan Hafnati , Artika Wiwit , Sarong Muhammad Ali
Published: December 2024

Problem-solving skills and learning motivation are essential components of 21st-century education, particularly in biology, where these competencies enable students to connect scientific concepts to real-world challenges. This study investigates the effectiveness of problem-based learning modules integrated with student worksheets in enhancing problem-solving skills and learning motivation on the topic of global warming. Conducted with tenth-grade students at a private high school in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, the research utilized an experimental design with pretest-posttest control groups. A total of 72 students were divided into experimental and control groups. Data collection included problem-solving skills tests based on Polya's framework and learning motivation questionnaires developed using Keller's ARCS model. The results revealed significant improvements in the experimental group, with an average normalized gain score of 77 for problem-solving skills, categorized as high, compared to 22 in the control group, categorized as low. Furthermore, the experimental group demonstrated strong learning motivation across all ARCS indicators. A correlation test indicated a very strong relationship between learning motivation and problem-solving skills, with motivation accounting for 74% of the variance in problem-solving performance. These findings underscore the effectiveness of problem-based learning modules in fostering critical competencies, supporting their integration into biology education to prepare students for future challenges. Further research is recommended to extend this approach to other scientific topics and diverse student populations.
Adaptive Learning Models for Gifted and Talented Students: Global Perspectives and Implementation Challenges
Authors: Pahrudin Agus , Syafril Syafrimen , Erlina Nova , Saputri Aprilis , Fitriani Fitriani
Published: December 2024

This study examines adaptive learning models designed to optimize the potential of gifted and talented students from a global perspective. Using a systematic literature review (SLR) methodology, 21 articles from high-ranking journals (Q1 and Q2) and relevant academic books published between 2021 and 2024 were analyzed. The analysis identifies three primary models: the Enrichment Triad Model (ETM), the Differentiated Instruction Model (DIM), and the Autonomous Learner Model (ALM). Each model emphasizes critical elements such as deep learning experiences, curriculum flexibility, mentoring, and technology integration to foster creativity, critical thinking, and independent learning. The findings highlight the importance of adaptive educational paradigms that address not only the academic needs but also the social and emotional development of gifted students. The study also identifies significant challenges in implementing these models, particularly in developing countries like Indonesia, where resources and institutional support are often limited. The results provide practical insights into tailoring educational policies to meet the unique needs of gifted students, emphasizing the need for a balanced integration of global frameworks with local contexts. Future research is encouraged to explore adaptive learning implementations in diverse sociocultural settings to ensure equitable and inclusive education for gifted learners worldwide.
The Relevance of Progressive Education to Islamic Education in the Millennial Era
Authors: Anisa Fira Nur , Suwendi Suwendi
Published: December 2024

This study explores the relevance of progressive education principles to Islamic education in addressing the challenges of the millennial era. Using a qualitative literature review and content analysis approach, the research applies John Dewey’s progressive educational theory as the primary framework. Findings reveal that the core principles of progressive education, including democratic learning, problem-solving, and experiential knowledge, align closely with Islamic education's objectives. These principles emphasize student-centered learning, integration of real-life experiences, and the harmonious development of intellectual and spiritual capabilities. The study highlights the potential of progressive Islamic education to merge traditional values with modernization, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability in students. By integrating democratic values, collaborative learning, and problem-solving skills, Islamic education can remain dynamic and relevant to the rapidly evolving global context. This research contributes to the discourse on educational reform, demonstrating how Islamic education can adapt to contemporary challenges while preserving its foundational ethos.
Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills through Project-Based Chemistry Practicum Using Seaweed Hydrogel Design
Authors: Dulanlebit Yeanchon Henry , Hernani Hernani , Liliasari Liliasari , Amran Muhammad Bachri
Published: December 2024

This study explores the effectiveness of a project-based chemistry practicum in enhancing critical thinking and conceptual understanding among chemistry teacher candidates. Using a seaweed-based hydrogel as a medium for adsorbing metal ions, the practicum incorporates contextual learning processes, including problem investigation, collaborative engagement, and technology design. Conducted with 36 students at Pattimura University, the study applied a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative observations and quantitative data analysis. Results indicate significant improvements in students' critical thinking, as evidenced by an N-Gain of 0.72, enhanced worksheet scores, and better practicum outcomes. The findings underscore the importance of integrating environmental resources and technological tools in practicum activities to foster creativity and innovation. However, the study highlights the need for adequate laboratory resources, extended practicum time, and advanced rubrics to assess complex learning outcomes effectively. These insights contribute to the development of advanced chemistry practicum models that align with 21st-century learning skills.
Introducing Vol. 12 No. 2
Authors: Kim Min Seong
Published: December 2024

This editorial introduces the five articles included in Vol. 12 No. 2 of Retorik: Jurnal Ilmu Humaniora. It also includes updates about the journal and outlines its plans for a special volume in the year 2025.
Mitos Manusia Super dalam Pieta dan The Death of Captain Marvel
Authors: Sasongko Damar
Published: December 2024

The Pietà is a masterpiece in the world of sculpture by the renowned artist Michelangelo. Created more than five centuries ago (1497–1499), this work has often served as inspiration for artistic creations in later periods. In popular culture, the composition of the Pietà was once popularized and adapted for superhero comic book covers. Of the many comics, it is only in The Death of Captain Marvel (1982) by Jim Starlin that we find a strikingly similar likeness. This study examines the comparison between these two works and seeks to uncover the identity embedded within them. The Death of Captain Marvel exhibits intertextuality with the Pietà. In analyzing both, a shared identity emerges, encompassing name identity, origin identity, disguise identity, appearance identity (costume), strength identity, weakness identity, death identity, exposure identity, and resurrection identity.
Counter Hegemoni Alkitab Bahasa Panginyongan
Authors: Kusumo Probo
Published: December 2024

Power relations are a reality that always exists in this life. Through various social realities that occur, many forms of power relations are created, one of which is through language. Gramsci understood such power relations in terms of Language Hegemony. Language Hegemony can occur in various places, including in the culture of Javanese life through Standard Javanese. Standard Javanese, in a process of “language construction,” gave birth to the Ngoko and Krama languages, which then gave rise to the concept of “Kramanization” of language. This “Kramanization” is what then made the “ngapak-ngapak” or Panginyongan language become hegemonized by Standard Javanese. The hegemony of Javanese was felt during the process of translating the Bible into the Panginyongan language. The Javanese Christian Church (GKJ), as one of the churches that uses Standard Javanese as its official church language, still feels it is difficult to make Panginyongan language its official church language. This article will highlight the extent of the role of the Panginyongan language Bible as a suggestion for counter-hegemony against the hegemony of Standard Javanese within the scope of the GKJ church in the Banyumasan area.
Tingkat Kebahagiaan Peserta Didik Dengan Sistem Full Day School Ditinjau Dari Jenis Kelamin Laki-Laki Dan Perempuan
Authors: Nanda Gelia Puspa , Arswimba Bernadinus Agus
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini mempunyai tujuan untuk: (1) Mengetahui bagaimana tingkat kebahagiaan siswi perempuan di SMA N 1 Karangdowo Klaten terkait belajar menggunakan sistem full day school, (2) Mengetahui bagaimana tingkat kebahagiaan siswa laki-laki di SMA N 1 Karangdowo Klaten terkait belajar menggunakan sistem full day school, (3) Mendeskripsikan perbedaan tingkat kebahagiaan peserta didik SMA N 1 Karangdowo Klaten. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif dimana peneliti melakukan pengumpulan data lewat teknik observasi dan menggunakan metode kuisioner. Subjek penelitian ini adalah peserta didik SMA N 1 Karangdowo Klaten yang berjumlah 70 orang. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah melalui proses validasi menggunakan JASP versi 14. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa (1) Tingkat kebahagiaan Siswi perempuan mayoritas 18 siswa (48%) masuk dalam kategori tinggi. (2) Tingkat kebahagiaan siswa laki-laki mayoritas 12 siswa (57%) masuk dalam kategori sedang. (3) Terdapat perbedaan tingkat kebahagiaan antara laki-laki dan perempuan 2 siswa (2%) yang kebahagiaannya masuk dalam kategori sangat tinggi, 40 siswa (70%) masuk dalam kategori tinggi, dan 21 siswa (20%) masuk dalam kategori rendah.
The role of artificial intelligence as a mediating variable in the relationship between the quality of higher education and the ethics of scientific research among faculty members
Authors: Ghoul Kazim Adil Al
Published: December 2024

Mediating role of artificial intelligence in the relationship between higher education quality and scientific research ethics among faculty members: A Study in carrying out the study, specific research objectives were derived, and based on the derived objectives, null hypotheses were formulated and tested for the study. This study, thus, employed survey research design. This study’s population comprised postgraduate students from Middle Eastern University, Jordan, with 1200 students. Using the population, a sample size of 291 respondents was selected based on Krecie and Morgan The students in the sample completed Google Forms questionnaires. The data were statistically processed, and the analysis’s most significant level was 0.25. The research questions were analyzed using descriptive statistics, and the null hypothesis was tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlational Analysis (PPMC). Also, the study showed a significant relationship between artificial intelligence and the quality of higher education and the relationship of significance between artificial intelligence and ethics in scientific research. The researcher suggested a need for ongoing education, cross-discipline cooperation, and the development of solid ethical frameworks for the integration ethics of AI academia.
Mapping essential fish ‘hardbottom’ habitat using sonar techniques: A local reef off Masonboro Island, North Carolina, USA
Authors: Whittington Piper Josephine , Cross Philip Jacob , Hearty Paul , Backstrom Joni Thomas
Published: December 2024

This study investigates an outcropping submarine reef, known as John Creek Hardbottom, located on the shoreface off Masonboro Island, North Carolina. The exposure is likely associated with the high-relief Pleistocene coquina calcarenite hardbottom reefs, which are prevalent off southeastern North Carolina. The reefs provide essential ecosystem services, which include habitat for a wide range of biological communities, in addition to acting as an important sand source for local beaches and providing substantial recreational fishing and diving opportunities. Due to their local importance, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has classified the reefs as Essential Fish Habitat (EFH). In this study, a range of different hydrographic survey techniques, including sidescan sonar and single-beam echosounding, were collected to produce a geo-referenced mosaic and bathymetric grid of the reef. The reef’s various morphological features are classified based on terminology from previous studies, and upon further examination, a new term for local hardbottom reef morphology, known as Importantly, John Creek’s unique morphology differs from other nearby hardbottoms, allowing this study to provide a wider understanding of local hardbottom characteristics. Due to their protected status, in addition to natural and anthropogenic threats they face, mapping and monitoring southeastern North Carolina’s reefs provides critical information for all stakeholders involved in sustainable coastal management decision-making.
Model Studies of Metallurgical Processes Based on the Example of Blowing Steel with Argon
Authors: Merder T. , Pieprzyca J. , Wende R. , Witek J. , Saternus M.
Published: December 2024

The task facing steel producers, which is to limit the negative impact of their production on the environment, necessitates changing the technologies used so far. These changes often require knowledge of the mechanisms of physical phenomena, mainly hydromechanical ones, occurring in steel reactors. Identification of these mechanisms in industrial conditions is difficult and often impossible for fundamental reasons. A frequently used research tool in such cases are water physical models of metallurgical reactors used in steel production. Such models are built in accordance with the principles of similarity and fluid mechanics. The article presents an overview of achievements in the field of physical modelling of steelmaking processes (including blowing liquid steel with inert gases), mathematical principles constituting the basis for the construction of steelmaking reactor models and the latest trends in their application. As an example, the results of model tests on the possibility of using a new solution in the construction of a slot-type gas-permeable module (KS diffuser) in the process of blowing liquid steel with inert gases in a steel ladle are presented. The tested process is aimed at preparing liquid steel for casting and largely determines the quality of the semi-finished product, which is a steel ingot.
Mixed convection flow in a porous channel under the effects of exothermic chemical reactions and local thermal non-equilibrium
Authors: Berghian-Grosan Camelia , Pop Rares Serban , Grosan Teodor Silviu
Published: December 2024

The effect of a first-order exothermic chemical reaction on the mixed flow in a vertical channel filled with a porous medium has been studied using the local thermal non-equilibrium model. A mathematical model including the exponen-tial term for heat generation in the fluid phase and interphase heat transfer terms in both the fluid and solid phases was considered. The above dimensionless model has been solved numerically using the Matlab routine bvp4c for the energy equations together with an in-house developed code for the momentum equation. The existence of dual solutions is reported for certain values of the Frank-Kamenetskii number. The obtained profiles of temperature and velocity have been plotted. In addition, the ranges of existence of the dual solutions are reported.
New technique for sharpening ultra-thin wires for the drawing process: incremental furnace stretching
Authors: Kustra Piotr , Milenin Andrij
Published: December 2024

In the wire drawing process, the wire is subjected to sharpening before each drawing. Traditional methods forsharpening wires involve one of the following techniques: crimping, grinding, rolling, chemical etching, or stretching within a furnace. Wire sharpening becomes especially difficult in the manufacture of ultra-thin wire. This study proposes and examines a novel technique for sharpening thin and ultra-thin wires through specialized stretching in a furnace. This study proposes and investigates a new technique for sharpening thin and ultra-thin wires based on stretching them in the furnace. Using a rheology- based concept of wire deformation during stretching, this study offers a substantial enhancement in the maximum attainable thinning of the wire during sharpening. Technically, this advancement is achieved by transitioning from a single-stage stretching process to an incremental one, characterized by small increments of deformation at each stage. In addition to incremental stretching, the proposed method includes simultaneous movement of the wire through a continuous micro furnace, repeated at each stage of elongation. This achieves thinning of the end of the wire of a given length. This study theoretically and experimentally explores further potentialities of this approach concerning the fabrication of ultra-thin wire. The findings show that the effectiveness of the proposed method strongly depends on the shape of the stressstrain curve of the wire material. For example, the conducted research demonstrated that this method is more effective for brass than for copper wire.
The influence of winter road maintenance on the presence of chlorides in wastewater entering small treatment plants
Authors: Kaczor Grzegorz B. , Cupak Agnieszka , Karczmarczyk Agnieszka
Published: December 2024

During the appearance of the first snowfall, there is a revival of discussion on effective methods of protecting road surfaces and sidewalks against icing. In Poland and many other countries, so-called road salt, mainly sodium chloride (NaCl) with additives, is often used to lower the melting point of snow and ice. Using chemicals to protect road surfaces brings many negative side effects reported in the literature. Less frequently published research results indicate, and also alarm, that increased chloride concentrations can appear in wastewater flowing into sanitary (separate) sewers. In the case of small wastewater treatment plants, increased chloride concentrations can have a negative impact primarily on the biological processes of wastewater treatment and, after discharge from the wastewater treatment plant, on the biological life in the waters and the nearest recipient environment of the treated wastewater. The study aimed to determine the concentrations and loads of chlorides in wastewater flowing through the distribution sewer system to 4 small wastewater treatment plants located in Poland, in the Lesser Poland Province, during snowmelt and heavy rainfall in 2019–2023. The study showed a significant increase in concentrations and loads of chlorides in wastewater in February. Unit chloride load in raw sewage during snowmelt varied from 7 to 12 kg∙d–1 per 1 km length of separate sewer network. There was also a repeated, but much lower, increase in chloride con-centrations during summer and autumn precipitation. This is when the leaching of residual salt accumulated around the road surface occurred.
The Nobel Prize for Literature in Its Second Century
Authors: Moseley Merritt
Published: December 2024

The aim of this article is to survey the decisions of the Swedish Academy in awarding Nobel Prizes in Literature in the twenty-first century in an effort to judge whether these decisions represent an improvement over the sometimes peculiar choices made in the first decade, and the first century, of the award. Various criticisms of the Literature Nobel are canvassed, most importantly the question of idealism, as demanded by Alfred Nobel’s will; the omission of major authors and the inclusion of minor ones; the evident bias toward European authors over those from the rest of the globe and (particularly recently) toward writers in English; the article queries whether these objections have been answered by the Nobel procedures of the period 2001-2023. Finally, there is an account of the turmoil produced by a scandal that included accusations of sexual molestation, improper financial self-dealing, and even gambling on the basis of inside information provided by a member of the Swedish Academy, and tries to balance the damage undoubtedly caused to the prestige of the Nobel Prize in Literature with the built-in difficulties of getting such a prize right, as well as the claim from some observers that the Nobel no longer matters.
Reclaiming Humanity in Literature: A Dialectical Analysis of Zora Neale Hurston and Her Critics
Authors: Rezapoorian Sayyed Navid Etedali , Sanchez Joshua A.
Published: December 2024

The literary debate involving Hughes, Locke, Wright and Hurston was provocative not only because of the past relations between the authors, but also because of its implications as to what should constitute Black writing, which was making its first serious efforts to establish its Blackness and Americanness as two potentially harmonious entities. This article examines the Hurstonian mission to revitalize the humanity of the Black community in the eyes of both the dominant white culture and the Black community itself. Hurston achieves this by exploiting the rich tapestry of Black folklore and Black dialect – an effort that encapsulates the essence of the Harlem Renaissance. However, her literary detractors misapprehended this rehumanizing project, finding her writing lacking in relation to their ideals of Black expression, Black perfection, and New Negro identity. The article further explores the implications of Hurston’s rehumanizing project for both the Black communities of that time and future generations.
Adaptability evaluation of finger millet (Eleusine coracana L.) genotypes in moisture-stress areas of Somali Region, Ethiopia
Authors: Eshetu Yohannes Seyoum , Woldemichael Tesfu Mengistu , Bayou Walelign Demisie
Published: December 2024

Finger millet is a drought-tolerant and nutritious cereal crop grown in semi-arid areas, especially in Africa and Asia. However, due to a lack of improved variety, the grain yield of the crop at the farmer’s field is lower than in research centers. Therefore, this field experiment aimed to compare the yield of eleven finger millet varieties in the Kebribeyah and Awbare districts in the Somali Regional State of Ethiopia. The experiment used a randomised complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. The analysis of variance was computed for eight traits for each location, and the result revealed the presence of significant variability among varieties. However, there was no significant interaction between variety and location for most yield and yield-related traits. In both locations, the results of the analysis of variance results revealed that there was a highly significant difference (p < 0.01) among varieties for days to flowering, days to maturity, plant height, thousand seed weight, grain yield, and biomass yield, but no significant difference was between the varieties for the number of tillers and traits of the harvest index (not in Awbare). The mean grain yield varied from 1005.0 to 2583.3 kg ha−1 and 950.0 to 2266.7 kg ha−1 among the tested varieties in Kebribeyah and Awbare, respectively. Meba and Tessema had the highest mean grain yield and related traits in both locations. It showed that these varieties have superior performance and suitability in both locations. Therefore, these varieties are recommended for Kebribeyah and Awebare and areas with similar agro-ecologies.
Formal Proof of Transcendence of the Number e. Part I
Authors: Watase Yasushige
Published: December 2024

In this article, we prove the transcendence of the number e using the Mizar formalism, following Hurwitz’s proof. This article prepares the necessary definitions and lemmas. The main body of the proof will be presented separately.
“Dance, Too, Originates From a Celestial Muse”
Authors: Ujvári Hedvig
Published: December 2024

The Italian-born ballerina, Claudina Couqui (1835–1913), performed as a guest artist in numerous cities, including two appearences to Pest during the 1860s. Her first performance in 1863 was preceded by great anticipation, and after receiving an enthusiastic reception, she returned to the National Theatre the following year. This study seeks to explore the context of Pál Gyulai’s lesser-known–and, to our knowledge, only–ballet-related dramaturgical work through the lens of the guest performances of the ballerina who had come from Vienna. The investigation is justified by the fact that Gyulai’s critical writings and theatre reviews primarily focused on dramatic productions. However, Couqui’s guest performances required the clarification of some fundamental questions: What role did ballet play among theatrical genres? Where did it stand in relation to drama and opera? And what expectations did contemporary theatre critics and dramaturgists have regarding the genre? Furthermore, what could Gyulai have known about the ballet productions in Pest at the time, and to what extent? Addressing these questions requires an examination of the reception of specific ballet productions.
Delight or Poison
Authors: Tőtős Dorottya
Published: December 2024

For most of the 20th century, Hungarian literary history disregarded decadence as a thematic or stylistic marker and refused to acknowledge that it was a significant cultural driving force of the fin-de-siècle Hungarian literature. I propose to interpret decadence not as a mere stylistic, moral or temporal category, but as a cultural trope, a modernist way of perceiving the world and creating art. I hypothesize that the Hungarian reception of French and English decadence at the end of the 19th century produced a uniquely reflexive version of this phenomenon. I aim to understand how decadence integrates into and presents itself in Hungarian literature and to uncover significant works hidden by the cultural forgetfulness of Hungarian literary history.
The Role of Consumer Knowledge in the Privacy Paradox of Personalised Advertising
Authors: Zahirović Miralem , Marić Esmeralda , Husić-Mehmedović Melika
Published: December 2024

Current literature on the privacy paradox in personalised advertising lacks insight into how consumers’ knowledge of the data types used shapes their responses to these ads. Building on privacy calculus theory, theory of reasoned action, and signalling theory, this research explores how consumers’ knowledge of data types in personalised advertising influences their reactions. Multigroup path analysis examines differences in established relationships based on consumers’ data knowledge. The moderating effect of this knowledge in the relationship between perceived invasiveness and purchase intentions is also tested. Findings from a sample of millennials indicate that privacy concerns increase perceived invasiveness. However, multigroup and moderation analyses reveal that perceived invasiveness’ impact on purchase intentions varies with consumers’ data knowledge. Specifically, in the search history group, perceived intrusiveness negatively affects purchase intentions. These results underscore the situation-specific nature of the privacy calculus and assist advertisers in understanding consumer behaviour in response to personalised ads.
The Impact of Budget Transparency on Budget Credibility: Evidence From Croatian Cities
Authors: Guillamón María-Dolores , Ríos Ana-María , Prijaković Simona
Published: December 2024

This paper examines how budget transparency affects budget credibility, i.e., how it affects budget current revenue/expenditure deviations. Specifically, the first objective is to describe how budget transparency affects budget credibility or accuracy of the enacted budget at the local level. The second is to examine if and in which direction budget deviations are systematically biased. The third is to link the accuracy of enacted budgets with political budget cycles’ literature. Budget transparency is measured by the number of published key budget documents on the City’s official websites. Budget credibility is measured by the difference between the planned amount minus the actual amount divided by the actual amount. Our sample comprises balanced panel data for 120 Croatian cities during the period 2016-2021 and system GMM method was used. The findings indicate that cities with greater budget transparency typically underestimate their revenues and overestimate their expenditures. Less transparent cities, on the other hand, frequently overestimate their revenues and underestimate their expenditures, yet ultimately spend more than intended.
Teaching Slovak in Hungarian-language primary schools in Slovakia
Authors: Szőköl István , Hriňák Jakub
Published: December 2024

The modernisation of the Slovak language and Slovak literature teaching is driven by several political, social, and linguistic demands to enhance the quality of teaching the Slovak language as a second language. This paper aims to analyse the importance of further developing educators' competencies and the necessity of implementing student-centred learning in the educational system. The paper concentrates on the practical utilisation of language, the advancement of students' creative and intellectual capabilities, and the appreciation of Slovak cultural values. The study analyses the importance of developing educators' competencies and implementing student-centred learning. Key focus areas include supporting individualised learning, creating inclusive classroom environments, and integrating interactive teaching materials and digital resources. Additionally, the study reviews existing research on the quality of Slovak language teaching in Hungarian-language schools, highlighting the necessity of enhancing teachers' digital competencies to innovate educational programmes.
The Multi-Year Period Analysis of the Air Freight Industry Pre-and Post-COVID-19
Authors: Inan Tuzun Tolga
Published: December 2024

The paper aims to analyze air metric tons, gross logistics revenues, and cargo tonne kilometers (CTK) to benchmark pre-COVID (2014-2019) and post-COVID (2020-2022) periods using statistical methods, including mean values, standard deviation, variance, covariance, correlation, and T-tests. The findings reveal substantial decreases in all three variables in the post-COVID period, highlighting the significant impact of the pandemic on the air-freight industry. Specifically, the mean air metric tons decreased from 3,276,888 pre-COVID to 1,021,272 post-COVID; gross logistics revenues dropped from $6,155.37 million to $2,114.91 million, and CTK declined from 7,984.25 to 2,687.36. The reduced standard deviation and variance indicate less variability in the post-COVID period. Additionally, strong positive correlations between pre-COVID and post-COVID variables indicate consistent trends across the two periods. The paper’s originality lies in its findings which emphasize the need for the air freight industry to adapt and develop strategies mitigating the effects of future disruptions, underscoring the pandemic's profound impact on air freight operations and financial performance.
Electromobility and the Environment in the Czech Republic
Authors: Turek Michal , Kalupová Blanka , Cempírek Václav , Tůmová Kateřina , Abramović Borna
Published: December 2024

Background: Reducing the carbon footprint in transport through the introduction of electromobility is stipulated by the European legal framework. The shift to electric vehicles requires idenfining the types of emissions from combustion engines that will be eliminated through electromobility. In addition to environmental benefits, another advantage of electromobility will is the reduction of noise pollution. Methods: From a technical point of view, it is necessary to assess the characteristics of these vehicles by focusing on the tire design, which a significantly influences their performance, and to examine the impact of policy proposals and technical advancements on the number of electric vehicles registrations and their development over a given period. Results: The paper confirms that legislative developments and improvements in the technical characteristics of electric cars are driving an upward trend in the number of registered clean vehicles, which reduces their envirimental impact. Conclusion: The authors of the article conclude that, despite higher investment and operating costs, the operation of electric cars, when supported by appropriate forms of support, represents an opportunity to reduce the carbon footprint in transport.
The Role of Social Media in Shaping Chinese Consumers’ Attitudes Towards Organic Food
Authors: Łopacińska Karolina
Published: December 2024

This study explores the role of social media in shaping the attitudes of Chinese Generation Y and Z consumers toward organic food. Using a mixed-method approach, it combines a review of existing literature with a quantitative empirical survey conducted in 2022 among 1,012 Chinese users of popular social media platforms such as WeChat and Sina Weibo. The research investigates consumer perceptions of information shared via social media, the credibility of this information, and its impact on cognitive, emotional, and behavioral components of consumer attitudes. Additionally, the study examines the factors motivating or deterring organic food purchases and highlights generational differences in using social media as an information source. The findings emphasize the significant role of social media in promoting sustainable consumption practices in China and underline its potential as a vital tool in aligning consumer behavior with the country’s sustainable development goals. Directions for future research on social media's influence on consumer attitudes and purchasing decisions are also proposed.