bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Open Access Movement and its March in Africa
Authors: Adegbilero-Iwari Idowu , Adetoro ’Niran , Salawu Ibiwumi Khadijat
Published: March 2024

The past two decades have witnessed growing call and actions for free and immediate access to published scholarship online without technological, monetary or legal barriers from around the world. The phenomenon described as open access (OA) has been  strengthened by the possibilities of digital network technologies represented in the ubiquitous Internet. While the goal of the OA  movement remains good, it appears the epistemic disbalance in global knowledge creation and access has not abated. However, the  promise of OA, the motivation on which it stands, its consequence and current state are reviewed in this paper with particular focus on  the contribution of Africa to the global OA movement. It has been reported that the emergence of OA on the continent is albeit slow but  with a mixed fortune of both progress and challenges. Notwithstanding, open access is seen as a development imperative for Africa that  offers tremendous opportunities to the continent to actively contribute to global knowledge. It was reported that a number of  universities and research institutions in Africa have adopted open access policies that require their researchers to publish their work in  open access journals or repositories. The paper presented a number of open access initiatives and platforms that are actively being  deployed to achieve OA mandate in the continent and concluded with recommendations.
Acknowledgement Patterns in Information Science Students’ Dissertations in a Nigerian University: Are there Generational Differences?
Authors: Adekannbi Janet O.
Published: March 2024

This study investigated generational differences in acknowledgement patterns of Information Science students’ dissertations at  Nigerian’s premier university in the past 30 years. Acknowledgements have become commonplace in thesis and dissertations, however,  with culture shifting and individuals reflecting this in their attitude, such cultural change may likely produce generational differences in  acknowledgement behaviour of different disciplines. A total of 961 Information Science dissertation acknowledgements (DAs) from 1992  to 2021 at the Wilson Olabode Aiyepeku (WOA) library were examined and categorised into two generations – 1st-Gen (1992 – 2006) and  2nd-Gen (2007 – 2021). Data analysis involved descriptives and content analysis of the DAs. Results showed no significant differences in  the number of individuals acknowledged by names but a decrease in the average length of DAs in the second generation. Generational  differences were observed in the number of individuals acknowledged by categories and in the acknowledgement of library/librarians.  Generally, 1st-Gen DAs had the tendency to acknowledge supervisors first, while 2nd-Gen DAs generally acknowledged God first.  Expressions of gratitude in the 1stGen were more informal than among 2nd-Gen DAs. Also, 1st-Gen DAs acknowledged gratitude for  technical, clerical and access types of support than 2nd-Gen DAs while the latter acknowledged moral, financial and spiritual supports  than 1stGen DAs. The study showed a declining tendency by the students to acknowledge library/librarians. It also revealed that students  in this discipline gave less recognition to data sources, as expression of gratitude for data access dropped significantly in the  second generation.
Corporate visual identity change vs corporate reputation: the case of a Pan-African Bank
Authors: Kehinde Longe Oluwadunsin , Ehondor Beryl
Published: March 2024

CVI is important for organizations as a medium of brand projection, with influence on corporate reputation. Access Bank's recent merger with Diamond Bank was investigated to assess the influence of logo change on corporate reputation. Five dimensions of the reputation model framework by Fombrun & Van Riel were used to test the relationship between reputation and CVI of the rebranded Access bank. Mixed methods, in-depth interviews and surveys were used gather data, while SPSS and Tableau were used for analysis. Findings showed a positive or no influence of CVI change on the reputation of Access Bank in Nigeria. The study gave credence to postulations that the operations, products and services of an organization should be greatly considered when future researchers study CVI.
Religious values and poverty in Douala
Authors: Billa Robert Nanche
Published: March 2024

Religion actively encourages and participates in alleviating poverty thereby influencing the response to poverty This article examines how religious affiliations affect the quality of life of its members. The questionnaire was self-administered, employing the systematic sampling method. It was discovered that atheists and Pentecostals do not only have good feeding habits, but also have a relatively better health seeking behaviour. Atheists and Protestants are more independent than other religious adherents especially the Catholics who are significantly dependent. Although Muslims suffer from poor feeding habits, health seeking and domestic comfort, and some of them are significantly homeless, they have the most stable homes where they live in harmony with their spouses. Although Catholics and Protestants relatively have a much more domestic comfort and health seeking behaviour as compared to the Muslims, they are significantly in conflict with their spouses. The more people get closer to the original religion, the more the rate of conflicts in their household reduces thereby clearly confirming the sect-church theory.
Navigating campus life in a pandemic: the social and academic realities of students in Ghana’s public universities during covid-19
Authors: Daniel Ampem Darko-Asumadu , Solomon Sika-Bright , Jennifred Maurice Adjei , Dorcas Frimpongmaah
Published: March 2024

The covid-19 pandemic affected the lives of millions of people worldwide including tertiary education students. The study explored the impact of covid-19 on social and academic lives of tertiary education students in Ghana. The research was positioned within the exploratory design in ascertaining in-depth data from purposively selected students. The study used the interview guide as an instrument in gathering data and showed that most students obtained their knowledge on covid-19 from families, friends, media and Ghana Health Service. However, information received about the disease from social media was mostly accompanied with myths which impaired the thoughts of students. Psychologically, students’ preparedness for academic activities were affected especially for those who did not have funds to buy laptops and/or data bundles. Although covid-19 was an opportunity for family members to reunite, it limited religious activities, social events and family gatherings. It was recommended that the university management and Ministry of Education should provide financial and material assistance via the supply of laptops and the make provision for reliable internet connectivity to students. Ghana’s education sector should effectively embrace e-learning as a pro-active measure so as to help cushion the effects of such an event on learning in case of reoccurrence.
Implementasi Algoritma Neighborhood-Based Collaborative Filtering Pada Sistem Rekomendasi Layanan Laundry
Authors: Darmanto Tony , Tendean Sandi , Tinnando Yogi
Published: March 2024

Teknologi informasi saat ini telah membawa kehidupan manusia ke arah yang lebih maju terutama dalam menyajikan informasi yang penting. Banyaknya informasi yang dapat disediakan oleh teknologi informasi menimbulkan kesulitan bagi masyarakat untuk menentukan pilihan informasi yang sesuai dengan kebutuhannya. Sistem rekomendasi menjadi solusi untuk membantu masyarakat dalam menyaring informasi yang dibutuhkan. Penggunaan sistem rekomendasi dapat dilakukan dalam bidang bisnis seperti layanan laundry dengan menerapkan algoritma collaborative filtering. Dengan menggunakan desain penelitian hubungan kausal (eksperimental) sebagai rancangan penelitian. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan penulis adalah studi literatur yang meliputi buku-buku ilmiah, laporan penelitian, jurnal ilmiah, skripsi, serta sumber-sumber tertulis baik cetak ataupun elektronik. Teknik pemodelan sistem yang digunakan penulis adalah menggunakan Unified Modeling Language (UML), yang berperan untuk membantu mengambarkan prosedur dalam cara kerja sistem rekomendasi dengan menerapkan collaborative filtering dalam merekomendasikan layanan laundry. Algoritma collaborative filtering menyaring data layanan laundry berdasarkan karakteristik yang diinginkan pengguna untuk memberikan informasi yang baru berdasarkan pola suatu kelompok pengguna yang memiliki karakteristik yang serupa. Algoritma diimplementasikan dalam suatu aplikasi berbasis web dengan rancangan antarmuka pengguna yang interaktif dalam mennyajikan hasil penyaringan. Sistem rekomendasi layanan laundry mampu memberikan hasil rekomendasi yang sesuai dengan preferensi dan kebutuhan pengguna.
A INCLUSÃO DAS NOVAS TECNOLOGIAS DA INFORMAÇÃO E COMUNICAÇÃO DO ENSINO BÁSICO AO ENSINO SUPERIOR NA AVALIAÇÃO DA REALIDADE BRASILEIRA
Authors: Silva Dirceu da , Tesch Adriana da Conceição , Lôbo Ítalo Martins , Zatti Marta Cristiane Kraemer , Ferreira Patrícia Alves
Published: March 2024

Os termos “meios de comunicação” e “evolução da tecnologia” quando utilizados no contexto do ambiente educacional devem ser apresentados como ferramentas fundamentais para a inovação e auxílio para o ensino. Não devemos restringir a inovação tecnológica somente às transformações incorporadas aos equipamentos ou ferramentas, tais como: computadores, celulares, tablets, internet etc. A inovação está intrinsicamente relacionada à um conjunto de modificações sociais e econômicas. Em um ambiente educacional no qual as novas tecnologias moldam constantemente o aprendizado e as principais características de ensino a atuação do professor não pode ser apresentada como um ditador de conteúdo. É fundamental que a disseminação do conteúdo seja realizada de maneira eficaz através dos diversos meios, o que evidencia a necessidade que a atuação e a competência do educador devem deslocar-se constantemente para que seja possível promover a aprendizagem e o estímulo do pensamento no aluno. É papel da escola atender as demandas e necessidades dos alunos, tanto o educador quanto os alunos devem ter constantemente autonomia e responsabilidade nesse processo que visa promover o lado crítico do aluno, que deve ser estimulado a utilizar constantemente a reflexão para atingir níveis mais sofisticados de ideias, ações e conceitos. Neste contexto, estimula-se o trabalho em equipe, o que resulta em uma rede cada vez maior de pessoas capazes de resolver e refletir sobre questões e assuntos complexos para a sociedade. É importante que o conteúdo não seja fragmentado, tampouco descontextualizado da realidade do aluno.
Analysis of Drain-Induced Barrier Lowering for Gate-All-Around FET with Ferroelectric
Authors: Hakkee Jung
Published: March 2024

This study presents an analytical model for the drain-induced barrier lowering (DIBL) of a junctionless gate-all-around FET with ferroelectric, utilizing a 2D potential model. A multilayer structure of metal-ferroelectric-metal-insulator-semiconductor is used as the gate, as well as the remanent polarization and coercive field values corresponding to HZO are used. The DIBLs obtained with the proposed model demonstrate good agreement with those obtained using the second derivative method, which relies on the 2D relationship between drain current and gate voltage. The results demonstrate that an increase in ferroelectric thickness leads to a negative DIBL value due to the ferroelectric charge. Additionally, there exists an inverse relationship between ferroelectric thickness and channel length to achieve a DIBL value of 0. This condition is satisfied only with the increase of the ferroelectric thickness as the channel radius and insulator thickness increase. The DIBLs increase with higher remanent polarization and lower coercive field, remaining constant when the ratio of remanent polarization and coercive field is maintained.
Food Politics, Activism and Alternative Consumer Cooperatives
Authors: Oba Beyza , Özsoy Zeynep
Published: March 2024

Using the example of Turkey, where neoliberal economics combined with authoritarian politics formed conditions that have profound social consequences, this book investigates Alternative Consumer Cooperatives (ACCs) as spaces for prefigurative food politics.
The Trouble with Jokes
Authors: Butler Nick
Published: March 2024

Exploring the relationship between humour and offensiveness, this book delves into offensive jokes, their impact, and the dark side of laughter. It blends cultural analysis, politics, and philosophy to offer an antidote to positive thinking and guide readers through offensive humour.
The possibilities of physical education in the prevention of overweight and obesity in children and adolescents (literature review)
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Institution ", Zhukov O.F. ,   Institute of Child Development, Health and Adaptation",   , Moscow, Goncharova G.A. ,   Federal State Budgetary Institution "Institute of Child Development, Health and Adaptation", Moscow
Published: March 2024

The article reflects the role of physical activity, which is a critically important component in the prevention of metabolic-associated diseases (overweight, metabolic syndrome, obesity, etc.), provides theoretical foundations for the effect of physical activity on body weight and normalization of metabolism; as well as practical recommendations on the level of physical activity. The preventive importance of physical education as a component of the educational program is shown, effective physical education programs are presented, emphasizing the importance of a variety of physical exercises and their adaptation to the individual needs of students.
Visual perception of primaty school-age children when varying the time of presentation of information
Authors:   Ural Federal University (URFU), Ekaterinburg, Russia, Lomtatidze O.V , Alekseeva A.S. ,   Ural Federal University (URFU), Ekaterinburg, Russia
Published: March 2024

The paper presents the study of differential thresholds of visual perception of children 7-11 years old in conditions of limited presentation of stimulus. The method of constant stimuli is used. The findings suggest that the conditions of stimulus presentation, being a stress factor, have an impact on the accuracy of the assessment of visual perception of primary school children, expressed in the indicators of their difference thresholds and in the manifestation of the probability of answers “greater.” At the same time, boys and girls have different configurations of differences, which may correspond to different cognitive strategies for assessing stimuli.
Intellectual and speech development in adolescents: correlation with the electronic devices usage
Authors:   Federal State Budgetary Institution ", Babanova K.Yu. ,   Institute of Child Development, Health and Adaptation",   , Moscow, Ryabkova T.S. ,   Federal State Budgetary Institution "Institute of Child Development, Health and Adaptation", Moscow, Lomakin D.I. ,   Federal State Budgetary Institution "Institute of Child Development, Health and Adaptation", Moscow
Published: March 2024

In the modern world, electronic devices (ED), such as smartphones, tablets, and computers, have become an integral part of our life thanks to scientific advances in technology and the availability of the Internet. This changes our perception of time and affects intellectual experience. Using electronic devices can be beneficial for learning, work and entertainment, but excessive time in the virtual world can lead to a loss of touch with reality, affecting emotional and physical well-being and social relationships. Studying the influence of electronic devices on cognitive development in adolescence is especially important, since during this age period structural and functional changes associated with physiological processes occur.
DECARBONIZING A THAI COAL POWER PLANT: EFFECT OF FLUE GAS LOADS ON CARBON CAPTURE PERFORMANCE AND ECONOMICS
Authors:   Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Tiaret, Algeria, Kaddouri Nadia , Kherris Sahraoui ,   Laboratory of Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Structures, Tissemsilt University, Algeria, Mostefa Kouider ,   Laboratory of Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Structures, Tissemsilt University, Algeria, Mekroussi Said ,   Faculty of Applied Sciences, University of Tiaret, Algeria, Saleh Momen SM ,   Laboratory of Materials and Energy Engineering (LGEM), University of Mohamed Khider Biskra, Algeria, Zebbar Djallel ,   Laboratory of Mechanical Engineering, Materials and Structures, Tissemsilt University, Algeria
Published: March 2024

This study investigated the impact of a cylindrical obstacle on convection in an inclined square cavity filled with water-Al2O3 nanofluid. Using the finite volume method, the problem was resolved by having the inner cylinder rotate adiabatically while other walls were thermally insulated. Additionally, the bottom wall was hotter than the top. The study examined the effects of cylindrical obstacle radius (0.1 ≤ R ≤ 0.2), rotation speed (-500 ≤ Ω ≤ 500), Richardson number (0.01 ≤ Ri ≤ 100), volumetric nanoparticle fraction (0.02), and Grashof number (Gr=104) on heat transfer rate or Nusselt number. The results were compared with previous literature, and the influence of the cylindrical obstacle rotational speed on convection flow was evaluated. An increase in the counterclockwise angular rotating speed resulted in higher nanofluid flux. The heat transmission coefficient increased as the Richardson number decreased. The use of nanofluid in the enclosure increased the coefficient of heat flow through mixed convection. Finally, the study showed that the convection heat exchange is enhanced with the increase in the radius. Moreover, an enhancement of the Nusselt number around 46% was reported for the cylinder, under Gr=10000, ∅=0.02, γ=45° and Ri=10.
MACHINE LEARNING PRACTICES DURING THE OPERATIONAL PHASE OF BUILDINGS: A CRITICAL REVIEW
Authors:   School of Architecture, Liverpool John Moores University, United Kingdom, Jaufer Lizny , Kader Shuraik ,   School of Engineering and Built Environment, Griffith University, Australia, Spalevic Velibor ,   Biotechnical Faculty, University of Montenegro, Skataric Goran ,   Faculty of Maritime Studies and Faculty of Sport and Physical Education, University of Montenegro, Dudic Branislav ,   Faculty of Management, Comenius University Bratislava, Slovakia
Published: March 2024

Machine Learning (ML) is gaining attention in civil engineering especially within operational phase of building life cycle. This phase is crucial for managing every energy aspect while ensuring occupant comfort. Previous ML experiments have explored occupant behavior, occupancy estimation, load prediction, defect detection, and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system diagnostics. However, challenges such as ML transferability and limited literature on ML components for the operational phase hinder broader industry adoption. This critical review aims to assess the potential of ML in building operations, focusing on energy consumption, big data control, reinforcement learning, and thermal comfort modeling. By identifying knowledge gaps, the study recommends further research to leverage ML for sustainable energy consumption and occupant comfort. It highlights ML’s promising role in striking a balance between energy efficiency and occupant wellbeing.
Łukasiewicz Anti Fuzzy Subalgebras of BCK/BCI-Algebras
Authors:   Department of Mathematics Education, Gyeongsang National University, Korea, KANG JEONG GI , BORDBAR HASHEM ,   Center for Information Technologies and Applied Mathematics, University of Nova Gorica, Slovenia
Published: March 2024

The subalgebra of BCK/BCI-algebra using Łukasiewicz anti fuzzy set introduced by Jun is studied in this article. The concept of Łukasiewicz anti fuzzy subalgebra of a BCK/BCI-algebra is introduced, and several properties are investigated. The relationship between anti fuzzy subalgebra and Łukasiewicz anti fuzzy subalgebra is given, and characterization of a Łukasiewicz anti fuzzy subalgebra is discussed. Conditions are found in which a Lukasiewicz anti fuzzy set is a Lukasiewicz anti fuzzy subalgebra Finally, conditions under which ⋖-subset, ϒ-subset, and anti-subset become subalgebra are explored.
Ideal Relative Uniform Convergence of Double Sequence of Positive Linear Functions
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Tripura University, India, DEVI KSHETRIMAYUM RENUBEBETA , TRIPATHY BINOD CHANDRA ,   Department of Mathematics, Tripura University, India
Published: March 2024

In this article, we look into the concept of ideal relative uniform convergence of a double sequence of functions. In addition, we deﬁne ideal relative uniform Cauchy and ideal regular relative uniform convergence of a double sequence of positive linear functions deﬁned on a compact domain D with respect to the scale function σ(x) deﬁned on D. We also introduced several classes of ideal relative uniform convergent double sequences of functions and investigated their algebraic and topological properties.
Vague Weak Interior Ideals of Γ-Semirings
Authors:   Department of Engineering Mathematics, College of Engineering, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation, India, BHARGAVI YELLA , REZAE AKBAR ,   Department of Mathematics Payame Noor University, Iran, ESWARLAL TAMMA ,   Department of Engineering Mathematics, College of Engineering, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation, India, RAGAMAYI SISTLA ,   Department of Engineering Mathematics, College of Engineering, Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation, India
Published: March 2024

The notion of a ((complete-) normal) vague weak interior ideal on a (regular) Γ-semiring is deﬁned. It is proved that the set of all vague weak interior ideals forms a complete lattice. Also, a characterization theorem for a regular Γ-semiring in terms of vague weak interior ideals is derived. Another interesting consequence of the main result is that the cardinal of a non-constant maximal element in the set of all (complete-) normal vague weak interior ideals is 2.
On The Hyperbolic k-Mersenne And k-Mersenne-Lucas Octonions
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Turkey, UYSAL MINE , KUMARI MUNESH ,   Department of Mathematics, Central University of Jharkhand, India, KULOĞLU BAHAR ,   Department of Mathematics, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Turkey, PRASAD KALIKA ,   Department of Mathematics, Central University of Jharkhand, India, ÖZKAN ENGIN ,   Department of Mathematics, Erzincan Binali Yildirim University, Turkey
Published: March 2024

In this paper, we introduce the hyperbolic k-Mersenne and k-Mersenne-Lucas octonions and investigate their algebraic properties. We give Binet’s formula and present several interrelations and some well-known identities such as Catalan identity, d’Ocagne identity, Vajda identity, generating functions, etc. of these octonions in closed form. Furthermore, we investigate the relations between hyperbolic k-Mersenne octonions and hyperbolic k-Mersenne-Lucas octonions.
Implementasi Total Quality Management (TQM) pada Sekolah Berbasis Blended Learning
Authors: Permatasari Puspita Dwi , Noor Miyono
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan di Sekolah Murid Merdeka sebagai sekolah blended learning pertama di Indonesia dengan fokus Total Quality Management. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan dan menganalisis TQM pada sekolah berbasis teknologi dalam menjawab tantangan pendidikan abad ke-21. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan metode studi kasus deskriptif. Pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara, dan studi dokumentasi dengan subjek penelitian kepala pengembangan sekolah, guru, dan para kepala program per jenjang. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa manajemen pengendalian operasional dan pengukuran kinerja dilakukan dengan prinsip-prinsip sebagai berikut (1)perbaikan secara terus menerus, (2) menentukan standar penjaminan mutu,(3) perubahan kultur,(4) perubahan organisasi, dan (5) mempertahankan hubungan dengan pelanggan.
Pengaruh Komunikasi Persuasif Terhadap Pengetahuan Pasien Tuberkulosis Paru Di Puskesmas Kalirejo Kabupaten Pesawaran Tahun 2023
Authors: Silfy Adelia  , Lolita Sary  , Dina Dwi Nuryani
Published: March 2024

Tuberkulosis (TB) Paru merupakan salah satu penyakit infeksi yang disebabkan oleh Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Tingginya angka kejadian TB Paru disebabkan oleh kurangnya pengetahuan pasien tentang TB Paru dan penularannya. Terlihat dari angka kejadian TB Paru di Puskesmas Kalirejo Kabupaten Pesawaran mengalami peningkatan setiap tahunnya. Pada tahun 2020 (51) kasus, tahun 2021 (58) kasus dan tahun 2022 (61) kasus. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh komunikasi linier, komunikasi interaksional dan komunikasi transaksional terhadap pengetahuan pasien TB Paru. Penelitian kuantitatif ini dilaksanakan pada September 2023−Januari 2024 di Puskesmas Kalirejo Kabupaten Pesawaran dengan rancangan penelitian quasi eksperimental. Populasi adalah pasien TB Paru di Puskesmas Kalirejo Kabupaten Pesawaran tahun 2023 dengan jumlah sampel 40 orang. Instrumen penelitian yang digunakan adalah kuesioner. Data dianalisis menggunakan uji Krusskal-Wallis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat perbedaan pengetahuan pasien TB Paru sebelum dan sesudah diberikan komunikasi linier sebesar 5,26 (p value 0,023), interaksional 11,9 (p value 0,010) dan transaksional 15,84 (p value 0,007). Hal ini menunjukkan bahwa intervensi komunikasi yang paling berpengaruh terhadap pengaruh komunikasi persuasif pada pasien TB Paru adalah komunikasi transaksional. Tenaga pengendali TB Paru perlu mengimplementasikan metode komunikasi transaksional sebagai salah satu strategi promosi kesehatan untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan.
Analisis Latihan Kecepatan Reaksi terhadap Kemampuan Kelincahan Pemain Bhayangkara FC U-18
Authors: Dimas Sevila  , Muhammad Nidomuddin  , Anangga Widya Pradipta  , Hari Pamungkas  , Havid Yusuf
Published: March 2024

Kelincahan salah satu unsur penting yang dimiliki pemain sepak bola. Sepak bola merupakan olahraga yang banyak menggunakan aktivitas jangka pendek selama pertandingan dan aktivitas bervariasi setiap 4-6 detik. Aktivitas ini memiliki intensitas tinggi dan mencakup lari cepat dan kelincahan berisi aktivitas seperti perubahan arah, pertemuan dengan bola, intersepsi dan tekel. Salah satu faktor penting yang mempengaruhi kelincahan pada pemain adalah kecepatan reaksi mereka. Kecepatan reaksi dapat diartikan sebagai kemampuan seseorang menanggapi stimulus/rangsangan eksternal dengan cepat dan tepat. Berdasarkan penjelasan di atas, tujuan dari peneliti adalah ingin menganalisis pengaruh latihan kecepatan reaksi terhadap kelincahan pemain sepak bola, yaitu pemain Bhayangkara FC U-18. Metode penelitian yang digunakan oleh peneliti dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimen. Sampel dari penelitian ini adalah seluruh pemain Bhayangkara FC U-18 yang berjumlah 25 orang. Instrumen tes yang digunakan saat pre-test dan post test dalam penelitian ini adalah Arrowhead Test. Selama 3 bulan, dengan frekuensi 3 kali latihan selama 30 menit kepada pemain sepak bola Bhayangkara FC diberikan latihan respon motorik berupa stimulus menerima sinyal. Hasil analisis data pre test diperoleh mean sebesar 9.6836 sedangkan post test diperoleh data mean sebesar 8.9436, dengan selisih mean antara pre dan post adalah 0.74000. Hasil data menyatakan nilai signifikansi <0.05, menunjukkan adanya perbedaan yang signifikan antara pre test dengan post test kelincahan pemain Bhayangkara FC U-18. Kesimpulannya, ada pengaruh latihan kecepatan reaksi secara signifikan terhadap kelincahan pada pemain Bhayangkara FC U-18.
Tinjauan Hukum Jual Beli Tembakau Tanpa Dilengkapi Dengan Bukti Tertulis
Authors: Iswanto Iswanto , Supanto Supanto , Surbakti Natangsa
Published: March 2024

Jual beli merupakan kegiatan tukar menukar yang dilakukan oleh pihak penjual dan pembeli. Salah satu sektor jual beli yang terjadi adalah sektor perekonomian tembakau. Masyarakat Desa Klepu, Kranggan, Temanggung, Jawa Tengah dalam melakukan jual beli masih dilandaskan dengan asas kepercayaan dan tanpa adanya bukti secara tertulis. Hal ini mendasari tujuan dari penelitian yaitu untuk mengetahui bagaimana legalitas dan perlindungan hukum perjanjian jual beli tembakau tanpa dilengkapi dengan bukti tertulis dan untuk mengetahui akibat hukum Pidana yang timbul jika salah satu dari pihak penjual atau pembeli melakukan penipuan. Penelitian ini termasuk ke dalam penelitian kualitatif dengan melakukan pengumpulan data dan wawancara terhadap responden yang dilakukan di Desa Klepu, Kranggan, Temanggung, Jawa Tengah. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sebanyak 71% masyarakat melakukan jual beli dilengkapi dengan bukti tertulis dan sebanyak 29% melakukan jual beli tanpa dilengkapi bukti tertulis. Hal ini dapat dikatakan bahwa angka atau tingkat kepercayaan masyarakat masih cukup tinggi khususnya dalam melakukan jual beli, Dalam sistem jual beli tembakau tanpa di lengkapi bukti tertulis bisa memberikan dampak kerugian dan bisa mengarah ke tindak pidana penipuan sebagaimana telah diatur dalam pasal 378 KUH Pidana tentang tindak pidana penipuan diancam penjara maksimal 4 tahun.
Telaah Norma Tindak Pidana Ujaran Kebencian (Hate Speech) Di Indonesia Dalam Hukum Positif Indonesia Dan Hukum Pidana Islam
Authors: Kesuma Derry Angling , Husnaini Husnaini
Published: March 2024

Ketentuan pidana untuk kasus yang terjadi dalam media sosial sehubungan dengan ujaran kebencian (hate speech) sudah cukup jelas diatur dalam Undang-Undang Informasi dan Transaksi Elektronik, dan KUHP sebagai Lex Generale, daan juga di bahas dalam Surat Edaran Kapolri sebagai berikut :Di dalam Pasal 45A Ayat (2) Undang-Undang Nomor 19 Tahun 2016 Tentang Informasi dan Transaksi Elektronik ,Pasal 28 Ayat (2) UU ITE, Pasal 156 KUHP , Pasal 157 KUHP, Juga di Bahas didalam Surat Edaran yang dikeluarkan oleh Kepala Kepolisian Republik Indonesia bern omor SE/6/X/2015 tentang Penanganan Ujaran Kebencian. Pidana ujaran kebencian (hate speech) menurut hukum pidana Islam menitikberatkan pada pencemaran nama baik dan penghinaan termasuk dalam perbuatan dosa. Di dalam hukum pidana Islam, terdapat tiga hukuman pidana jarîmah: Yang pertama, jarîmah hudûd, suatu jarîmah yang dibentuknya telah ditentukan oleh syarak sehingga terbatas jumlahnya. Yang kedua, jarîmah qishâsh atau diat, seperti jarîmah hudûd, jarîmah qishâsh atau diat, telah ditentukan jenis maupun besar hukuman untuk jarîmah ini hanya satu untuk setiap jamaah. Yang ketiga, ta’zîr, adalah suatu dalam bentuk jarîmah, yang bentuk atau macam jarîmah serta hukuman dan sanksinya ditentukan oleh penguasa.
A metaplasia escamosa em dpoc: uma revisão sistemática
Authors: Pasquini Daniela Sasso , Ambrozewicz Isabella Vieira Laporte , Santana Sofia Garcia
Published: March 2024

Introdução: A Doença Pulmonar Obstrutiva Crônica (DPOC) é caracterizada por uma obstrução persistente do fluxo de ar nos pulmões e tem o tabagismo como principal agente etiológico. Entre as alterações do tecido pulmonar que ocorrem na doença, se destaca a metaplasia escamosa, remodelamento tecidual a partir de estímulos externos, que pode causar carcinoma brônquico. Objetivo: demostrar aspectos e características da metaplasia escamosa na DPOC. Método: Foi realizada uma revisão sistemática nas bases de dados Pubmed, MedLine e Cochrane Library utilizado os descritores: "(("metaplasia"[MeSH Terms] OR metaplasia[Text Word]) AND ("pulmonary disease, chronic obstructive"[MeSH Terms] OR COPD[Text Word]))", "(Squamous Metaplasia AND COPD)", "(Smokers AND COPD)". Foram excluídos artigos irrelevantes e que não foram publicados nos últimos 10 anos. Resultado: A metaplasia escamosa em DPOC ocorre a partir da troca do tecido epitelial pseudoestratificado por escamoso, pela exposição aos gases do tabaco. Além disso, ocorre aumento de eosinófilos e em média 60% dos pacientes com DPOC apresentam esse tipo de metaplasia. Foi analisado também que a fumaça do cigarro influencia no desenvolvimento de carcinomas brônquicos. Conclusão: Na DPOC ocorre substituição de epitélio pseudoestratificado por escamoso, aumento da metaplasia escamosa e expressão de marcadores de carconogênese. A escassez de estudos sobre esse fenômeno é preocupante, especialmente considerando que a maioria dos pacientes são fumantes. Mais pesquisas são necessárias para entender e tratar melhor essa condição prevalente.
A participação dos enfermeiros nas comissões de ética: uma scoping review
Authors: Lima Milene Isabel Costa Mendonça , Mendonça Marco Paulo da Silva , Rodrigues Alexandre Marques
Published: March 2024

Enquadramento: As Comissões de Ética (CE) têm uma composição multidisciplinar, e habitualmente os enfermeiros fazem parte da sua constituição, uma vez que a sua perspetiva da realidade dos utentes e famílias e conceptualização de pessoa os torna indispensáveis para que a comissão possa desempenhar um efetivo papel na defesa dos interesses dos doentes. Objetivos: Identificar as competências atribuídas aos enfermeiros nas CE clínicas e de investigação; e analisar as implicações da sua participação em CE no desenvolvimento profissional dos enfermeiros. Método: Scoping Review (ScR), seguindo as orientações metodológicas para elaboração de relatórios conforme descritas pelo Joanna Briggs Institute. Além disso, foram seguidas a declaração PRISMA-ScR e a lista de verificação para relatórios de ScR. Para orientar o processo inicial da busca, foi utilizada a mnemónica População, Conceito e Contexto. Resultados: A pesquisa resultou na inclusão de 15 artigos, publicados entre 1995 e 2022, sua maioria nos Estados Unidos da América (n= 9, 60%), seguindo-se nos Países Baixos (n= 3, 20%) e os restantes no Japão, Brasil e Israel. Foi realizada uma síntese para a interpretação dos resultados. Na presente ScR encontrou-se mapas conceituais que ilustram que as competências de conhecimento, habilidades e atitudes são essenciais à participação do enfermeiro nas CE. A maioria das fontes centralizaram as competências em torno das habilidades, e o reconhecimento da importância do papel do enfermeiro e da sua identidade profissional no âmbito da participação nas CE foi consensual na maioria das fontes. Conclusão: Existe reconhecimento da integração dos enfermeiros nas CE clínicas e de investigação, bem como das competências essenciais à sua participação. Há, no entanto, necessidade de uma investigação mais específica, em diferentes contextos e em maior número, de forma a evidenciar as competências e o impacto efetivo do enfermeiro nas comissões de ética.
Rancang Bangun Sistem Presensi Biometrik Sidik Jari Berbasis IoT dengan Arduino Node MCU
Authors: Kusuma Rizky Tri , Solikhun Solikhun , Saputra Widodo , Windarto Agus Perdana , Nasution Della Fatricia
Published: March 2024

Presence is a procedure or process that needs to be carried out by all employees or members of a company or agency. The attendance register is a reference and benchmark for assessing, measuring, and determining the quality and quantity of each member or employee of the company or agency. Presentations carried out manually are considered less effective and efficient in terms of time and usage. So it is necessary to build an intelligent attendance system, one of which is by creating an intelligent attendance system that uses IoT-based fingerprint recognition technology with an Arduino controller and outputs to an Internet or intranet server. Based on the results obtained in the research, administrators can float their side servers freely. The time for sending data from the presence device to the server uses the POST method, with an average time of 8 seconds on an intranet network with a maximum distance of 25 meters from the wireless router or access point. By creating this attendance system, it makes it easier for the Surya Pematangsiantar Education Foundation to record the attendance of teachers and staff, especially SMK units.
Analisa Efisiensi Daya Solarcell dengan Integrasi Sistem Pendingin
Authors: Abid Muhammad Suryo , Pambudi Wahyu Setyo , Suheta Titiek , Wati Trisna , Munir Misbahul
Published: March 2024

One of the advantages of solar cells is their ability to generate electricity without creating noise or air pollution. However, they have the disadvantage of increasing temperature due to continuous exposure to solar radiation, thereby decreasing solar cell efficiency. A solution to mitigate this effect is a cooling system for solar cells. Cooling methods for solar cells consist of active and passive methods. Active cooling methods for solar cells require power consumption, necessitating analysis and evaluation of their efficiency in practical applications. This research analyzed the power efficiency of a cooling system using a water pump, peltier, and fan. The power measurements generated by the cooled solar cell produced a power efficiency of 8.64%, compared to a solar cell without cooling. Meanwhile, the average power efficiency over six data collections was 7.82%.
Breaking Barriers and Balancing Bytes: Exploring Work-Life Balance among Female ICT Professionals in a South Telecommunications Company - A PhD Thesis Review
Authors: Munyeka Wiza , Maharaj Ashika
Published: March 2024

Research Aim: This review examines work-life balance experiences offemale Information and Communications Technology (ICT) professionalsin the South African telecommunications sector from the organization,Telkom, drawing from Wiza Munyeka’s 2021 PhD thesis.Design/methodology/approach: The study, encompassing four researcharticles, employs a mixed-methods approach and is theoreticallygrounded in the Life Course perspective and Border Theory. ResearchResearch Findings:The research unveils Telkom’s proactive measures andemployee awareness regarding work-life balance policies. Telkom utilizeswork life balance policies and programmes namely the Telkom Touch(2018) and Telkom Policy on Hours of Work (Other WorkingOpportunities and Overtime) hours (2015). It emphasizes the universalchallenges faced by female ICT professionals, urging targetedinterventions.Theoretical Contribution/Originality: The study contributes significantlyby introducing the Work-Life Balance Framework, synthesizing keytheories and providing a practical guide for understanding andaddressing challenges in diverse contexts. This research review fills acritical gap in the literature, amplifies the voices of an understudieddemographic, and offers practical implications for organizational policies,interventions, and strategies to foster an inclusive and supportive workenvironment.Keywords: Work life balance; females; Information and CommunicationsTechnology; Life Course Perspective; Border Theory
A model of effective teaching of economics in higher education: the integral role of classroom learning environment, instructional practices, and teacher characteristics
Authors: Yidana Peter , Darkwa Sarah
Published: March 2024

Yidana and Darkwa explore university students’ perceptions of how the classroom learning environment and Economics teachers’ instructional practices promote learning in higher education. The researchers developed and empirically tested a framework that characterises quality Economics instruction. The outcomes of the study suggest that the conceptual framework is valid and reliable and can effectively be used to evaluate quality Economics instruction in higher education. The results indicate key areas that are beneficial concerning student perceptions of teacher effectiveness in promoting student learning. These include planning and preparation, scaffolding of instruction, classroom communication, classroom management, classroom learning environment, and teacher characteristics.
Unlikely allies: ChatGPT and higher education assessment
Authors: Manolchev Constantine , Nolan Ryan , Hodgson Eleanor
Published: March 2024

In the context of higher education, the emergence and spread of generative AI, including Large  Language Models (LLMs), is revolutionising our relationship with knowledge. From spell-check and formatting tasks to rapid literature reviews, all forms of written assessments and even assessment feedback can be produced at the click of a button. We could understandably marvel at this new technology as an equaliser (at least, for those who have access to it).  Second-language learners can write with native fluency. Non-traditional learners can overcome casual discrimination and academic elitism. Working class and mature learners can transition back into higher education. All this without recourse to pernicious ‘essay mills’. Yet, what of assessment? If Generative AI writes submissions for students and then marks them for lecturers, is the assessment dead? If so, what will become of learning developers - are their roles also dead, joining both assessment and the lecture in the academic afterlife? In this opinion piece we acknowledge those concerns but balance them with a message of hope. Generative AI and learning development may seem unlikely allies but there is still time to forge an alliance in the name of impactful learning and we conclude with three recommendations on how this might be achieved.
ENHANCING PAINTER IDENTIFICATION THROUGH STATE-OFTHE-ART ARTISTIC IMAGE RECOGNITION TECHNIQUES
Authors: MIHĂILĂ EMILIAN VIOREL , IFTENE ADRIAN
Published: March 2024

In this work, we will present a project through which we aim to recognize an artist
whether we are in front of the painting in a museum, or whether we are on the street or
in our own homes. For this, by simply uploading an image to the application, it will
recognize the artist with considerable accuracy and provide us with certain details about
the painting. itself, about the artist and about the current that influenced this painting.
A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF PUBLICATION ON PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT IN PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
Authors: TIŢĂ SILVIU MIHAIL , TIŢĂ CARMEN
Published: March 2024

This article researches the implications of performance management in public
institutions. The methodological approach is based on the use of the bibliometric
software R-Stata Bibliometrix, specialized in Science Mapping Workflow, to extract
meaningful results about the thematic evolution of the performance management in the
publication indexed by the Web of Science database. Our search is about “performance
management in public institution” and the bibliometric analysis unigram, bigram, and
thematic evolutions is about the title and abstract of the articles. The scope of the
research is to identify which are the new trends at publication in this field of
performance in public administration.
CONSIDERATIONS REGARDING THE INFLUENCE OF THE JURISPRUDENCE ON THE LAW NO. 31/1990 ON COMPANIES
Authors: VERGA CRINA MIHAELA
Published: March 2024

In Romania, Law no. 31/1990 constitutes the key legislative framework for companies,
which contains legal provisions regarding their establishment, organization, operation,
dissolution. This law underwent multiple changes, which occurred either because of the
activity of the ordinary or secondary legislator, or as a consequence of the
pronouncement of some court decisions on the matter.
After a general presentation of Law no. 31/1990, some decisions of the High Court of
Cassation and Justice and of the Constitutional Court are commented, then, in detail,
emphasizing their impact on the studied field.
Through the prism of the aspects examined, we believe that the present study is of real
use both to researchers in the field, to the legislator, and especially to the courts, which
effectively interpret and apply the legal norms of Law no. 31/1990.
NORTH SUMATRA IN THE CONTEXT OF TRADE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS: HISTORICAL TRACES OF TRADE
Authors: Hardiyansyah Muhammad Ricky , Darma Aditya , Nababan Surya Aymanda , Nugraha Muhammad Adika , Sumantri Pulung
Published: March 2024

North Umatera, a province in the northern part of Sumatra Island, has a rich and varied trade history in the context of international relations. The historical traces of trade in this region cover important periods, starting from the Malay kingdom era to the colonial and modern periods. This article explores the role of North Sumatra as a vital trade node in the Indonesian and international trade networks. By considering geographic, cultural, and political factors, this research traces the evolution of trade routes and economic relations in the region. The main focus of this article is on the influence and contribution of trade to the social, economic and cultural development of North Sumatra, as well as its impact on the dynamics of international relations. Through a historical approach, this article provides a deeper understanding of the role of North Sumatra in building diverse trade relations with other nations, as well as the importance of trade in forming the identity and development of this region from time to time.
LITERATURE REVIEW: BASIC STATISTICS IN EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH
Authors: FELIX CRISELDA S. , FELIX CHARLIE M.
Published: March 2024

This paper provides a comprehensive exploration of the role and significance of basic statistics in educational research. Drawing upon historical foundations and theoretical frameworks, the study elucidates the evolution of statistical methodologies and their application in understanding complex educational phenomena. Key pioneers such as Francis Galton and Karl Pearson are highlighted for their foundational contributions, laying the groundwork for statistical analysis in education. The paper examines various statistical techniques, including descriptive and inferential statistics, correlation analysis, regression analysis, and analysis of variance (ANOVA), showcasing their relevance in analyzing diverse aspects of teaching, learning, and educational outcomes. Moreover, the integration of statistical methodologies into educational research is examined across domains such as educational management, policy-making, and teaching practice, emphasizing their role in informed decision-making, resource allocation, and policy formulation. Despite the benefits, challenges such as sample bias and misapplication of statistical tests are acknowledged, underscoring the importance of methodological rigor and statistical literacy among researchers and practitioners. Looking ahead, the paper discusses future directions in educational research, including the integration of advanced statistical techniques and efforts to promote statistical literacy. Overall, this paper offers a comprehensive framework for understanding the complexities of basic statistics in educational research, highlighting its transformative potential in driving positive change and innovation within the education sector.