bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
MODELING OF THE TARGET’S INTERCEPTION DELAY IN AN ADT GAME WITH ONE OR TWO DEFENDERS
Authors: Галяев А.А. , Самохин А.С. , Самохина М.А.
Published: September 2024

Рассматривается вариант Attacker-Defender-Target задачи с одним или двумя защитниками в плоской постановке. Предполагается, что цель и защитники двигаются прямолинейно с постоянной скоростью, атакующий двигается по догонной траектории без ограничения на радиус кривизны. Скорость защитников меньше скорости цели, скорость атакующего – больше. Смысл использования защитников заключается в том, чтобы атакующий вначале занимался их перехватом, и только после этого переключался на преследование основной цели. Тем самым время перехвата основной цели увеличивается, и она может стать недостижима для имеющего ограниченный запас топлива атакующего. Оптимизируются углы и времена выпуска защитников, в том числе рассматривается вариант выпуска защитников с одной стороны от цели. Исследование осуществляется для различных моделей работы системы самонаведения автономного атакующего аппарата: движения к центру масс всех преследуемых объектов, к ближайшей цели по расстоянию или по угловой дальности. Проведено численное моделирование, показывающее важность выбора угла выпуска защитников, целесообразность использования второго защитника, получены сценарии, в которых использование защитников делает основную цель недостижимой для атакующего.

This paper considers the Attacker–Defender–Target (ADT) problem with one or two defenders in a 2D statement. By assumption, the target and defenders move in a straight line with a constant velocity whereas the attacker moves along a catch-up trajectory with an unbounded radius of curvature. Compared to the target’s velocity, the defenders move slower whereas the attacker faster. The essence of using defenders is that the attacker first intercepts them and only then switches to pursuing the primary target. As a result, the time of intercepting the primary target increases, and the target may become unattainable for the attacker due to a limited fuel capacity. The angles and times of launching the defenders are optimized, including the case where both defenders are launched on the same side of the target. Different models of the homing system of an autonomous attacking vehicle are studied: moving to the center of mass of all pursued objects and moving to the nearest target by distance or by angular range. Numerical simulations are carried out, showing the importance of choosing the angle of launch of the defenders and the reasonability of using the second defender. Also, scenarios are obtained in which using defenders makes the primary target unattainable for the attacker.
Nitrogen-rich conjugated macrocycles: Synthesis, conductivity, and application in electrochemical CO2 capture
Authors: Le Phuong , Liu Andong , Zasada Leo , Geary Jackson , Kamin Ashlyn , Rollins Devin , Nguyen Hao , Hill Audrey , Liu Yayuan , Xiao Dianne
Published: September 2024

Here we report a series of nitrogen-rich conjugated macrocycles that mimic the structure and function of semiconducting 2D metal–organic and covalent organic frameworks while providing greater solution processability and surface tunability. Using a new tetraaminotriphenylene building block that is compatible with both coordination chemistry and dynamic covalent chemistry reactions, we have synthesized two distinct macrocyclic cores containing Ni–N and phenazine-based linkages, respectively. The fully conjugated macrocycle cores support strong interlayer stacking, accessible nanochannels, and out-of-plane charge transport, with pressed pellet conductivities of 10–3 S/cm observed for the nickel variants. Finally, using electrochemically mediated CO2 capture as an example, we illustrate how phenazine macrocycles dramatically improve electrical contact and active site electrochemical accessibility relative to bulk framework powders. Together, these results highlight how simple macrocycles can enable new synthetic directions as well as new applications by combining the properties of crystalline porous frameworks, the processability of nanomaterials, and the precision of molecular synthesis.
Turning on Organic Radical Emitters
Authors: Dubbini Matteo , Bonvini Federico , Savi Lorenzo , Di Maiolo Francesco
Published: September 2024

Radical emitters have attracted considerable interest because of their potential to surpass the limitations of singlet emitters due to spin statistics, thereby revolutionizing organic LEDs. Utilizing the well-known Pariser-Parr-Pople (PPP) model for correlated electrons in π-conjugated systems, we perform extended CISDT (XCISDT) calculations to explore the photophysics of various phenalenyl radicals differently decorated with nitrogen atoms. By introducing the PPP particle-hole difference operator and connecting it to DFT calculations, we offer a new tool for predicting highly emissive organic radicals using ground state quantum chemistry methods.
Aportación de las mujeres directoras al cine y la memoria en torno al terrorismo de ETA
Authors: Labiano Roncesvalles
Published: September 2024

El cine sigue siendo un sector masculinizado, sobre todo en los puestos directivos, creativos o técnicos. En ese contexto, exploramos la obra de las directoras al cine español en torno al terrorismo de ETA (1977-2023) para observar y valorar la aportación de la mujer en un entorno masculino por partida doble: la dirección de cine y la violencia terrorista. En el marco de la llamada “batalla del relato” y de los estudios de cine y género, y a partir de una metodología cualitativa basada en el análisis textual de los largometrajes y del estudio de la bibliografía, rastreamos la presencia y voz de las directoras. Nos preguntamos cuántas y quiénes son y cuál es su aportación al cine en torno a ETA y al cine español en general. Observamos qué historias, géneros y temas escogen y desde qué perspectivas los abordan. Atendemos a la forma y a cuestiones contextuales relacionadas con la producción y recepción de las obras. Los resultados muestran que las directoras son una minoría en el cine en torno al terrorismo en Euskadi y concluimos que sus trabajos pueden verse como una disrupción en un entorno adverso. Prefieren géneros como el drama o el documental, apuestan por una perspectiva humana, varias recogen historias reales o basadas en hechos reales cuyas protagonistas son mujeres fuertes y libres, y se acercan a historias de víctimas. Presentan personajes, sobre todo femeninos, que se escapan de los estereotipos y, en general, realizan una aportación a la memoria de lo sucedido crítica con la violencia.
Machine-Translated Subtitles and Education: The Future of More Accessible Learning? – Insights from an Eye- Tracking Study
Authors:   Tampere University, Kalevantie 4 33100 Tampere, Finland, Schierl Frederike
Published: September 2024

Globalization has flattened the world. This does not apply only to the global economy, but also increasingly to education. In line with this, educational material available online and in video format has become an integral part of today’s education. Despite the availability, support with the aid of audiovisual translation is sometimes needed to make the content more accessible, which especially applies to content in a language other than the student might be proficient in. In these cases, subtitling has become an important aid to support this need. However, as of today, the material to be translated exceeds the capacities of human subtitlers. Machine translation can contribute to a cost- and time-efficient alternative. Nevertheless, since research on the topic is still scarce, the question of how the consumer perceives such subtitles in an educational context, in which the correct transmission of information is crucial, remains. When it comes to machine translation, the benefit of information gain and learning effect is only one aspect, sufficient quality is another issue. This study presents the results of an eye-tracking study contrasting the reception of machine-translated and humantranslated subtitles in German, Finnish, and English. The overall results show that the translation mode itself is not decisive, but rather, gaze behaviour depends on the general language competence of the viewer to understand the video’s original language, therefore the dependence on the subtitling to understand the content. These quantitative results give insight into the potential that machine translation has in the context of broad accessibility. Keywords: Subtitling, Machine Translation, Education, Accessibility, Reception.
PARTICIPATORY MONITORING AND EVALUATION ON COMPLETION OF KENYA POLICE HOUSING SCHEME PROJECTS
Authors: Mwangangi Nathan Stephen , Mulwa Angeline , Kyalo Dorothy Ndunge , Ombati Thomas
Published: September 2024

Objective: The study aimed to investigate how participatory monitoring and evaluation influences completion of Kenya police housing scheme projects.
 
Theoretical Framework: In this topic, the main concepts and theories that underpin the research are presented. Project Management Theory and Participatory Development Theory stand out, providing a solid basis for understanding the context of the investigation.
 
Method: Pragmatism paradigm and mixed method design were adopted. The study employed descriptive statistics involving the use of measures of central tendencies and measures of dispersion and inferential statistics to analyze quantitative data. In addition, the researcher conducted a Pearson’s correlation and a simple regression analysis.
 
Results and Discussion: The study found a strong correlation between the completion of Kenya police housing scheme projects and participatory monitoring and evaluation. The overall F statistics, (F =119.092, p<1.23E-46<0.05), indicated that there was a very statistically significant relationship between participatory monitoring and evaluation (development of TOR, designing participatory instruments, participatory planning for evaluation exercise, and conducting participatory fieldwork) and completion of Kenya police housing scheme projects. The study recommends that Kenya police housing scheme projects should establish an independent monitoring and evaluation department that identifies, analyses, monitors and controls housing projects.
 
Research Implications: The findings would contribute to practice as it would benefit construction industry professionals and contractors operating in Kenya. By adhering to efficient resource allocation practices, contractors can enhance project efficiency, minimize wastage, and adhere to budget constraints.
 
Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by enriching the existing knowledge on completion of Kenya police housing scheme projects by giving deductions on the relation to participatory monitoring and evaluation. Other scholars used the study results as a locus for future studies in regard to the role of participatory monitoring and evaluation as well as underpinning theories.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Its Effects on Society
Authors: Shourya Upadhyay Shourya Upadhyay
Published: September 2024

This article centers around the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI), specificallyexamining its economic impact in terms of enhancing productivity and facilitating labor reallocation.Additionally, it explores the applications of AI in the domains of healthcare and education. This paperexplores three key topics related to artificial intelligence (AI) copyright and ethical considerations ingenerative AI, security and ethical dilemmas, and the future of AI as a transformative technology ormerely a buzzword. Each of these areas has unique challenges and implications for the ethical andsocietal dimensions of AI development and deployment. By examining these topics, we aim to contributeto the academic discourse surrounding AI and its broader implications.
Environmental Degradation: Causes, Impacts and Mitigation
Authors: Pooja . Pooja
Published: September 2024

Degradation of the environment brought on by a variety of causes, including human activity, isknown as environmental degradation. Factors including deforestation, pollution, population growth, andclimate change are the causes of this deterioration. Wide-ranging effects of environmental degradationinclude biodiversity loss, air and water pollution, increased susceptibility to natural catastrophes, and harmto ecosystems, animals, and human well-being. It is essential to implement sustainable practices, lowergreenhouse gas emissions, preserve natural ecosystems, and support conservation initiatives in order tolessen these problems. In order to ensure the long-term health and survival of our planet and its people, wemust address environmental deterioration.
Intelligent Systems will lead to Cost Saving in Gastronomy Tourism
Authors: Dr. Ganga Bhavani  , Dr. Vimlesh Tanwar  , Dr. Nishta Pareek
Published: September 2024

Gastronomy tourism is one of the significant and fast-growing sectors if one can nurture to meet food desires of tourists/visitors in the hospitality industry. When it comes to hospitality and tourism, United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one of the most influential countries in the world to attract visitors from all over the world. The country is known for popular sightseeing attractions and various fabulous man-made monuments, but there is very less literature available on Gastronomy tourism. What extent local cuisine of UAE is a noteworthy attraction to the UAE tourists?  What is the potentiality of Gastronomy tourism in UAE to attract visitors? How can implementation of intelligent systems will lead to cost saving in Gastronomy tourism? The current study explores and finds the answers to these questions using empirical data collected from 362 respondents in UAE. With the help of SPSS, this study analysed frequency, correlation and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) on the responses. Culinary community is one of the neglected sectors in the development of tourism sector in the world. The results of this study can gauge the significance of culinary community to the next level. The results of this study found that there is a positive correlation between implementation of intelligent systems and saving cost in gastronomy tourism. The results of ANOVA prove that there is a positive impact that implementation of intelligent systems in various segments of Gastronomy tourism will lead to cost saving and in turn can attract more tourists.
CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR AND ITS IMPACT ON STARTUP BRAND LOYALTY:A SURVEY-BASED STUDY
Authors: Sahu Sagar , Kshatriya Sunita , Jha S.N.
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of consumer behaviour on brand loyalty among entrepreneurs in India, with a particular emphasis on the consumer base in Chhattisgarh. The objective of the research is to comprehend the impact of demographic variables, including age, gender, education level, and income, on brand loyalty, as well as product quality, pricing, and customer service. The study determined that brand loyalty is substantially influenced by product quality, age, and education level, while pricing, customer service, gender, and income do not have a substantial impact, based on data collected from 214 respondents using ordinal regression analysis. The findings indicate that businesses should prioritise the improvement of product quality and the customisation of marketing strategies to target specific age and education demographics in order to cultivate brand loyalty. The results offer entrepreneurs valuable insights to refine their consumer engagement strategies and align their offerings with customer preferences.
UNVEILING URBAN VOIDS A COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION OF CITY CENTRE CHANDIGARH
Authors: Chauhan Aarti Rana , Kaur Prabhjot
Published: September 2024

Growing urbanization has caused the emergence of urban voids which are enigmatic places that can potentially change city dynamics. The research paper “Unveiling Urban Voids: A Comprehensive Evaluation of City Centre Chandigarh” examines some overlooked spaces in cities referred to as urban voids with a specific focus on City Centre Chandigarh. The study aims to bridge theoretical urban design principles and practical urban development through exploring how these gaps could add value to the city’s functionality, beauty, and overall livability. This research identifies, and evaluates urban voids prevalent in this locality using physical analysis as well as community engagement. It contains findings that reveal their subtle features, problems and opportunities followed by practical propositions for building up these environs. Consequently, the paper posits that this finding underscores their needful presence among planners and designers when planning for sustainable development of cities hence the significance of recognizing them for what they are really worth.
A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ADDICTED TO WINE AND UNADDICTED GROUP RELATED TO DEPRESSION AND ANXIETY
Authors: Aparnathi Arvindgiri K.
Published: September 2024

This study was conducted to compare the addicted to wine and Unaddicted group related to Depression and Anxiety. The sample comprised of sixty of which Thirty male are addicted to wine regularly and thirty male are Unaddicted. Age group of 25 to 40 years. From vadodara city, Gujarat in India. Bank Inventory Depression scale and Gujarati version (by dr. D.J Bhatt) of Sinha’s Anxiety test was administered. It was found in the study that addicted to wine and Unaddicted groups differed Significantly on Depression level and anxiety level. The obtained data analyzed through Man-Whitney “U” test. The result shows that there was significant difference between the Depression and anxiety level of addicted and Unaddicted group, were found to more Depression and anxiety level than that of Unaddicted male groups.
FROM FAN CLUB TO PARTY: MAPPING AND ASSESING THE POLITICAL JOURNEY OF ACTOR VIJAY
Authors: K Regasounder , J. Balasubramaniam
Published: September 2024

Following in the footsteps of movie stars who become politicians, Vijay, the highest paid actor at the moment with a massive fan base, has entered mainstream politics. With the introduction of his party, Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam (Tamil Nadu Triumph Federation), the actor made his political debut on February 2, 2024, eliminating any and all uncertainty. This essay tries to trace preparedness of the actor for his political journey. It attempts to analyse whether an actor's large fan base is sufficient for them to succeed in politics. This article examines actor Vijay's political actions both on and off screen in an attempt to predict how successful the actor will be in Tamil Nadu politics. Actor appears to be taking progressive politics seriously in a three-page formal statement that opens with the party's slogan, "Pirapokkum Ella Uyirkkum" from Thirukkural, which roughly translates to "All are equal by birth." However, will he be able to create an ideology that will rival Tamil Nadu's deeply ingrained Dravidian ideology?#Tamilnadu #cinema #politics #MGR #Vijay #Dravidianpolitics #SocioPolitical #popularculture
A ARTE COMO PONTE DE INCLUSÃO
Authors: Borges Dr. Jorge Amaro de Souza , Ramos Paula Barboza
Published: September 2024

O presente relato de experiência tem como objetivo apresentar a importância da arte
como ponte de inclusão e aprendizagem de alunos com deficiência da Associação de Pais e
Amigos dos Excepcionais (APAE), no município de Meleiro - SC, pelas produções artísticas
nos manequins. A inclusão aliada com a arte gera espaço para o autoconhecimento, ajudando,
assim, no desenvolvimento global de cada aluno. Acredita-se que pela arte, os alunos da educação especial possam ser reconhecidos na sociedade. Na sua dimensão global, a arte, pelos
movimentos artísticos, oportuniza aos alunos conhecerem inúmeras manifestações artísticas.
Diante disso, ao estudar alguns artistas renomados e conhecer cada um deles com a sua arte diferenciada e na sua determinada época, tornou-se possível selecionar 12 deles para a realização
da releitura das suas artes, utilizando como tela manequins reciclados, levando esse trabalho até
a sociedade, por exposições artísticas em locais públicos.
Linagliptin Efficacy on Hyperglycemia, Oxidative Stress, and Inflammation in Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Folasade Omobolanle Ajao , Oluwatobi Olayiwola Yusuf , Damilola Ayodeji Balogun , Marcus Olaoye Iyedupe , Mariam Olayinka Adesola , George Adetomiwa Egunjobi
Published: September 2024

Background: Linagliptin is an anti-diabetic drug that claims no adverse effects and treatment of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) demands a safe anti-diabetic medication. Therefore, this study investigates the anti-diabetic efficacy of linagliptin in an induced GDM. Materials and methods: Thirty-two matured female rats (100 - 200 g) were utilized. Sixteen non-pregnant/diabetic animals were fed with a normal diet and sixteen rats were fed with a high-fat (HFD), mated at the estrous stage in 2:1, and pregnancy was confirmed with a spermatozoa in a vaginal smear. The pregnant rats were intraperitoneally injected with a single dose (30 mg/kgb. wt) of streptozotocin (STZ) to induce GDM. The animals were grouped into 4 groups, 8 rats/groups. Group I: control; Group II: control + 10 mg/kgb.wt linagliptin; Group III: GDM; Group IV: GDM + 10 mg/kgb.wt linagliptin. The animals were sacrificed after 14 days of treatment. Blood samples were collected for biochemical parameters. Results: Fasting blood glucose (FBG) insulin, glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c), total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C), malondialdehyde (MDA), interleukin-6 (IL-6), interleukin-1β (IL-1β), and tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α) levels significant (p < 0.05) elevated in GDM rats, with significant reduction in high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C), catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD) and reduced glutathione (GSH). Linagliptin administration significantly (p < 0.05) decreased the FBG, insulin, HbA1c, TC, TG, LDL-C, MDA, IL-6, IL-1β, and TNF-α and ameliorates the HDL-C, CAT, SOD, and GSH levels significantly. Conclusion: Linagliptin remarkably showed anti-hyperglycemic, anti-oxidative, and anti-inflammatory properties. Linagliptin could be a promising drug for hyperglycemia treatment during gestation.
Factors associated quality of work life among nurses of selected Teaching Hospital, Karnali Province
Authors: Monika Lama  , Rashmita Regmi  , Mona Awasthi  , Nirmala Kumari Pahadi  , Laxman Wagle
Published: September 2024

Background: Quality of work life (QWL) is a crucial issue for health care facilities to have qualified, dedicated and inspired employees. Quality of work life is important for nurses as it affects the safety and quality of care provided for patients as well as organizational factors. So, they should experience a better QWL to deliver high quality holistic care to those who need help. So, the main objective of this study was to identify factors associated quality of work life among nurses of selected Teaching Hospital, Karnali Province. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences among 76 nurses. Data was collected by using non-probability enumerative sampling technique. Data were collected through self-administered questionnaires developed based on the Quality of Nursing Work Life Survey (QNWL). Data was entered and analyzed by SPSS 16 version. Frequencies and percentages were also evaluated for study variables. Chi-square test was applied to assess the association between level of quality and socio-demographic variables. Results: The study showed that nearly two third (64.5%) of nurses had experienced a high level of QWL where as nearly one third (31.6%) of nurses had experienced a moderate level of QWL, followed by low (3.9%) among 76 nurses working at Karnali Academy of Health Sciences. There is no association between socio-demographic variables and level of quality of life among nurses. Only currently working area is associated with level of QWL having p-value: 0.006. Conclusion: The majority of nurse had high level quality of work life. The quality of patient care and related health outcomes are indirectly impacted by nurses' QWL. Therefore, determining the areas in which nurses have low quality of life (QWL) can aid in the creation of programs aimed at raising their level of professional satisfaction, which will in turn enhance work output and staff retention.
MINERALOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SAPPHIRE-BEARING PLACERS ASSOCIATED WITH CENOZOIC ALKALI BASALTS IN PRIMORYE AND NORTHEASTERN CHINA
Authors:   Far East Geological Institute, Far eastern branch, Russian academy of sciences, Aseeva A.V. , Vysotsky S.V. ,   Far East Geological Institute, Far eastern branch, Russian academy of sciences, Golich A.N. ,   Far East Geological Institute, Far eastern branch, Russian academy of sciences, Chashchin A.A. ,   Far East Geological Institute, Far eastern branch, Russian academy of sciences, Yakovenko V.V. ,   Far East Geological Institute, Far eastern branch, Russian academy of sciences, Nechaeva E.V. ,   Far Eastern Federal University
Published: September 2024

The paper presents the results of comparative analysis of sapphire-bearing placers in southern Primorye (the Shkotovo plateau, Russia) and in the adjacent Heilongjiang Province (the Muling deposit, China). The placers are a product of sapphire-bearing intraplate alkali basalts of similar geochemical characteristics and age. The study revealed a significant similarity for most of the same minerals occurring in spatially separated placers in Russia and China, as well as a number of differences. The most apparent difference is the predominance of fancy-colored gemstones and rubies among the Muling corundums and blue-green-yellow sapphires (BGY-sapphires) in the coastal placers of Primorye. Megacryst association minerals, including gem corundum, bear traces of magmatic corrosion and have an affinity with the host alkaline basaltic melt. Magma chambers of a basaltic volcano provide conditions necessary for the growth of large and transparent crystals. Sapphires are assumed by the authors to have formed from gaseous aluminium chloride in miarolitic cavities. Megacrysts are rapidly transported to the surface as basaltic volcanoes erupt, and then, as megacryst-bearing rocks erode, minerals are deposited in alluvium to form zircon- and sapphire-bearing placers. Thus, sapphire megacrysts crystallized from the fluid in cavities within volcanic structures of intraplate alkali basalts. The publication emphasizes the economic importance of placers of gem corundum and zircon in alkali basalts, and hence the need for their further study.
Implementasi Pembelajaran Berdiferensiasi untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Sosial Emosional Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun
Authors: Niswah Shofiyatun , Zulfahmi Muhammad Nofan
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis implementasi pembelajaran berdiferensiasi dalam meningkatkan kemampuan sosial-emosional anak usia dini. Perkembangan sosial-emosional berperan penting dalam interaksi anak dengan lingkungan, menumbuhkan rasa percaya diri, dan kemampuan mengelola emosi. Pembelajaran yang sesuai dengan karakteristik anak usia dini dapat menstimulasi perkembangan sosial-emosional mereka melalui lingkungan belajar yang nyaman dan menyenangkan. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di RA Insan Madani dengan subjek 28 anak dan 1 guru kelas Arrohman Arrohim. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data berupa observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pembelajaran berdiferensiasi efektif dalam meningkatkan keterampilan sosial-emosional anak. Anak-anak diberikan kebebasan memilih kegiatan sesuai dengan minat, bakat, dan kemampuan mereka, sehingga belajar dengan rasa senang, nyaman, dan tanpa paksaan. Peningkatan kemampuan sosial-emosional anak terlihat dari kemampuan mereka untuk bekerjasama, sabar mengantri, bertanggung jawab, disiplin, toleran, dan mampu bersosialisasi dengan baik. Penelitian ini menegaskan pentingnya pembelajaran berdiferensiasi dalam mendukung perkembangan sosial-emosional anak usia dini.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Media Pop Up Book terhadap Kecerdasan Linguistik pada Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun
Authors: Ramadanti Elga , Pangaribuan Tumewa , Kasmiati Kasmiati
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh penggunaan media pop up book terhadap kecerdasan linguistik pada anak usia 5-6 tahun di Tk An Nahl Kota Jambi. Hal ini terlihat dari temuan awal yaitu ketika guru menjelaskan atau bercerita hanya ada beberapa anak yang mampu menjawab cerita yang diberikan oleh guru. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain quasi eksperimental design. Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah 16 siswa kelas kontrol dan 15 siswa kelas eksperimen dengan total 31 orang. Teknik pengambilan sampel yaitu sampling jenuh dengan lembar instrumen observasi. Teknik analisis data menggunakan uji normalitas, uji homogenitas dan uji hipotesis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kelas eskperimen saat pretest sebesar 43,40 dan setelah diberi perlakuan meningkat menjadi 61,80. Pada kelas kontrol rata-rata sebelum diberi perlakuan 44,62 dan setelah dilakukan posttest meningkat menjadi 60,18. Hasil uji t menunjukkan pengambilan keputusan nilai, yaitu sebesar yaitu 1,650>1.145 pada taraf signifikan α = 0,05, hal ini berarti ada pengaruh penggunaan media pop up book terhadap kecerdasan linguistik pada anak usia 5-6 tahun di TK An-Nahl Kota Jambi dengan nilai 0,591 dengan kriteria penafsiran menunjukkan pengaruh yang sedang.
Students' Perceptions On How Journalism Course Improves English Skills: A Case Study Of Midterm Exam Data
Authors: Rohim Abdul , Syahputra Aidil
Published: September 2024

This study investigates Indonesian university students' perceptions of how a journalism course impacts their English language skills, focusing on midterm exam data. Utilizing a qualitative approach, the research employs a case study design at Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, document analysis, classroom observations, and focus group discussions. Key findings indicate significant improvements in writing, critical thinking, and speaking confidence. The majority of students (80%) reported enhanced writing abilities, while 70% of midterm exam scores reflected strong performance in grammar, vocabulary, and coherence. Despite these gains, some students highlighted the need for more support in foundational language skills. The study underscores the importance of integrating English language support within content-focused courses to foster holistic English proficiency. Future research should explore long-term impacts and the transferability of skills across different academic and professional contexts.
PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR MATEMATIKA SISWA KELAS VC SDN KLENDER 03 PAGI JAKARTA MELALUI PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN THINK PAIR SHARE (TPS)
Authors: Salsadila Adissa Suci , Satriyani Febrianti Yuli
Published: September 2024

Penelitian tindakan kelas ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pelaksanaan model Think Pair Share (TPS) dalam meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa pada muatan matematika materi volume kubus dan balok. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian tindakan kelas dengan model Kemmis dan Taggart yang dilakukan sebanyak dua siklus. Pelaksanaan siklus I dan siklus II dilakukan dengan empat tahapan yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan, observasi, dan refleksi. Pelaksanaan siklus I dan II dilaksanakan dalam empat kali pembelajaran. Pembelajaran terdiri atas kegiatan awal, inti dan akhir selama dua jam pelajaran. Hasil belajar siswa materi volume kubus dan balok pada siklus I terdapat 17 dari 32 siswa telah lulus KKM dan ketuntasan klasikal mencapai 53% mendapat kategori cukup dengan nilai rata-rata 70. Sedangkan pada siklus II mendapatkan peningkatan sebanyak 29 dari 32 siswa telah lulus KKM dan ketuntasan klasikal 91% mendapat kategori sangat tinggi dengan nilai rata-rata mencapai 87. Dapat disimpulkan bahwasanya adanya peningkatan hasil belajar siswa materi volume kubus dan balok dengan penerapan model Think Pair Share (TPS).Kata kunci: materi volume kubus dan balok, model Think Pair Share (TPS).
ANALISIS WACANA KRITIS “TIGA BACAPRES BICARA GAGASAN” PADA YOUTUBE NAJWA SHIHAB
Authors: Maharani Della , Harahap Eddy Pahar , Priyanto Priyanto , Wibowo R. Imam Suwardi
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan unsur semantik yang meliputi latar, detil, maksud, dan praanggapan yang terdapat di dalam video YouTube Najwa Shihab “Tiga Bacapres Bicara Gagasan” menggunakan wacana kritis Teun Van Dijk yang dapat membantu masyarakat memahami dinamika komunikasi politik. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif menggunakan model analisis wacana kritis Teun A. Van Dijk. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam dalam penelitian ini adalah dokumentasi. Dalam penelitian ini, dokumentasi dilakukan melalui pencatatan atau transkripsi dari tiga video terpisah di YouTube Najwa Shihab dalam acara “Tiga Bacapres Bicara Gagasan”, masing-masing video berfokus pada satu bacapres. Analisis data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan model interaktif Miles & Huberman yaitu analisis data meliputi tiga tahap, yaitu (1) reduksi data, (2) penyajian data, dan (3) verifikasi atau penarikan simpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat 9 data elemen latar, 9 elemen detil, 6 elemen maksud, dan 6 elemen praanggapan.Kata kunci: wacana kritis, semantik, bacapres
PENERAPAN MODEL PROJECT BASED LEARNING DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MENULIS TEKS PIDATO DI KELAS VIII B SMP NEGERI 18 KOTA JAMBI
Authors: Fathonah Siti , Purba Andiopenta , Setyonegoro Agus
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan penerapan model project based learning dalam pembelajaran menulis teks pidato. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian deskriptif. Penelitian dilakukan di SMP Negeri 18 Kota Jambi. Sumber data dalam penelitian ini adalah guru dan peserta didik kelas VIII B dan proses pembelajaran menggunakan model project based learning yang terekam dalam vidio. Teknik pengumpulan data ini menggunakan observasi, wawancara, tes, dan angket. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian modul ajar yang dibuat oleh guru memuat semua komponen modul ajar yang sesuai dengan kurikulum merdeka. Selain itu, kegiatan pembelajaran telah terlaksana dengan baik sesuai dengan modul ajar dan langkah-langkah penerapan model project based learning dimulai dari pertanyaan mendasar, mendesain perencanaan proyek, menyusun jadwal, memonitor peserta didik dan kemajuan proyek, menguji hasil, dan mengevaluasi pengalaman. Kata kunci: project based learning, menulis teks pidato
Child Marriage Issue in Lao Cai Province, Vietnam: Current Situation and Solution
Authors: Triet Nguyen Minh
Published: September 2024

The paper introduces a study on the child marriage crisis in Lao Cai Province, Vietnam. A central research question identifies what sociocultural and economic components allow these practices to continue after numerous national-level campaigns against them. This study uses a qualitative research design that draws on secondary data sources (including policy documents, statistical reports, and community-based program evaluations). The key findings are that average child marriage rates remain alarmingly high, especially among the Hmong community, with 94% of all cases reported occurring within this group. The child marriages reported during 2021–2023 totaled 478. Of these, significantly fewer males (38) were involved compared with female child brides (74), with a predominant age between 14 and 15 years for girls and 18 and 19 years for boys. The study argues that a multipronged approach is necessary to combat child marriage in this state, which involves engaging communities by raising awareness, promoting sociocultural change, and emphasizing quality education. The study concludes that cultural change must be part of any long-term effort to ensure equal access for everyone, and achieving this will largely depend on what happens with educational funding and policy at all levels. By addressing these issues, stakeholders can eliminate the practice of child marriage, thereby reducing associated risks and promoting both gender equality and sustainable human development in Vietnam.
Novel multidimensional assessment of spontaneous motor function and voice production in newborn infants: feasibility and acceptability
Authors: Heathcock Jill , Durand Abigail , Alcalde Hélène , Léger Chloé , Bonnet-Brilhault Frederique , Mitanchez Delphine , Latinus Marianne
Published: September 2024

Background: Assessment of infant behavioral development is central to identifying children with neurodevelopmental disabilities. With advances in digital monitoring, patient- and parent-collected health care information, and noninvasive video-audio analysis, multidimensional assessments (e.g. motor, voice, parent-reported outcome measures) has the potential to improve detection of neurodevelopmental disabilities.Objective: The aim of this study is to test the feasibility and acceptability of collecting video-audio recordings of spontaneous motor and voice behaviors of infants for multidimensional assessment in inpatient and home environments. A sub pilot study evaluated scorability of motor function and voice production measures. Methods: N=11 infants and their families were enrolled in a longitudinal study to test the feasibility of assessment via experimenter-collected recordings in inpatient settings and via remote parent-collected recordings at home. Questioners were used to assess acceptability of participation in a larger trial and to check for barriers and preferences. Pilot data were used to measure expected variability among participants on the tools. Results: Recruitment, enrollment, and retention rates were sufficient for the current approach and informed future adaptations for a larger scale study. Unknown discharge date was the most common barrier for recruitment. Retention and technology difficulties were the most common barriers for the remote parent-collected session. Inpatient research staff, in person parent training, reminder calls and text messages, consideration of summer holidays, and technology assistance were used to enhance engagement and reduce technology barriers at home. Questionnaire responses suggest high levels of acceptability of the assessment (motor, voice, parent-reported outcome measures) and are supportive of a longer follow up. Pilot results suggest potential for multidimensional assessment.Conclusions. Assessment of spontaneous motor and voice behaviors in infants is feasible and shows moderate-to-high levels of acceptability, which could generate a new metric for validation and diagnostic prediction in neurodevelopmental disabilities.
The modulatory mechanism of spatial distance on the role of internal attention in unattended working memory representations
Authors: Qiang Liu , Guo Lijing , Wang Jie , Nie Dan , Ye Chaoxiong
Published: September 2024

Visual working memory (VWM) is a cognitive system that temporarily stores visual information, which is essential for higher cognitive functions. Previous research has demonstrated that internal attention can selectively prioritize specific items within VWM using cues, enhancing memory performance for cued items while potentially impacting uncued items based on their proximity to the cued item. The aim of this study was to investigate how spatial distance affects the role of internal attention in maintaining unattended VWM representations. Two experiments were conducted to explore how spatial distance between cued and uncued items modulates this effect. Experiment 1 used a lateralized change detection task with four items to examine how varying distances influence retro-cue effects. The results showed that the uncued item located closer to cued items experienced less memory decline compared to those farther away, supporting the existence of an attentional spatial proximity effect. However, the presence of additional uncued items between cued and uncued items may have confounded these effects. Experiment 2 reduced memory load and systematically manipulated the distance between cued and probed uncued item, finding that proximity to the cued item still protected uncued items from significant memory loss. The results also suggested that the effects of spatial distance are independent of the presence of other uncued items. These findings confirm that internal attention can extend its benefits to nearby uncued items, highlighting a flexible and spatially sensitive mechanism within VWM. The study contributes to a deeper understanding of how attentional processes manage limited memory resources.
Pattern separation and pattern completion in early childhood
Authors: Cohen Samantha Syd , Ngo Chi T. , Olson Ingrid , Newcombe Nora
Published: September 2024

Pattern separation, or distinguishing similar experiences from one another, and pattern completion, in which components of an experience prompt retrieval or forgetting of an event as a unit, are essential components of episodic memory. However, these two components are sometimes described as opposite ends of a continuum and sometimes described as independent processes. Here, we examined the relations between the two processes for the same events in children between four and seven years. Mnemonic discrimination (the behavioral signature of pattern separation) improved with age; holistic recollection (the behavioral signature of pattern completion) did not change in this age range. Crucially, the two behaviors were unrelated, controlling for the effect of age, and even when examining their relations at the fine-grained level of memory for individual events.
Autobiographical Memory in Children: Relationship to Neural White Matter
Authors: Litwin Josh , Hill Kate , Foley Julia , Tani Naoya , Cohen Samantha Syd , Newcombe Nora , Olson Ingrid
Published: September 2024

Autobiographical memory involves the integration of self-referential memory into a coherent narrative of life experiences. Recently, several studies of healthy adults and older adults with neurodegenerative disorders have utilized diffusion imaging to construct a network of cortical regions that support autobiographical memory. We extend this work to an age range, 4 to 7 years, when autobiographical memory is still developing. We correlated the recall of autobiographical events with limbic white matter tracts that have been previously implicated in episodic and autobiographical recall, i.e., the uncinate fasciculus and cingulum bundle. While there was no evidence for a link between the uncinate and autobiographical memory, we found a strong association between cingulum microstructure (fractional anisotropy; FA) and the number of autobiographical details provided. No relation was found between limbic tract microstructure and other measures of episodic recall. These findings extend work in adult samples, suggesting that the cingulum bundle may contribute in a meaningful way to autobiographical memory across a wide age range.
Go No Farther: “Fear-based” messaging dissuades people from cave diving
Authors: Westgate Erin Corwin , Kibler Peter
Published: September 2024

Fear appeals, or fear-based messaging, use scare tactics to motivate change. In the underwater caves of North America, posted signs warn scuba divers to “stop” or “go no farther,” often featuring grim facts and even graphic images of the grim reaper. Do such signs work? And if so, why? Across two studies (Study 1 n = 658; Study 2 n = 508) featuring real warning signs in common use in Mexico and Florida, we found that signs employing the strongest scare tactics were most effective, but not because they aroused fear. Instead, we found such signs reduced viewers’ positive feelings about cave diving, resulting in less excitement, awe, and curiosity. This in turn led to less interest in entering dangerous caves without proper training or equipment. “Scare tactics” may work, but not always for the reasons we expect.
Metadata for Integrated Catalogue: Presidential Library experience
Authors: Zhlobinskaya Olga N. , Selivanova Yulia G.
Published: September 2024

Integrated catalogue of the Presidential library is described, including heterogeneous resources (library, archival, museum) and collection-level descriptions for digital collections. Basic principles of the integrated catalogue are given such as: common metadata standard for various types of resources and their aggregations; consistent methodology for describing and indexing, taking into account the characteristics of each type and type of resources; use of common authority files to ensure the control of access points for names and subjects; and common search interface that provides access and viewing of diverse resources, digital collection being considered as one of types of resources. Main focus is using national metadata format RUSMARC as common metadata structure standard for various types of resources as well as for collection-level descriptions. It is shown that RUSMARC not only provides precise description and differentiation of various types of resources and their aggregations but also ensures structural compatibility of the descriptions and enhanced functionality of user search interface. RUSMARC metadata provides implementing single search box for all types of resources in the catalogue, using specific characteristics of each type of resource to further refine the search results.
EVALUASI DAMPAK PROGRAM DANA PEMBERDAYAAN EKONOMI MASYARAKAT DI KELURAHAN KAYU PUTIH KOTA KUPANG
Authors: Kiu Yunnir Melany
Published: September 2024

Program Dana Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat merupakan wujud perhatian Pemerintah Kota Kupang dalam memberdayakan masyarakat dengan memberikan kesempatan kepada masyarakat untuk mengembangkan potensi perekonomian. Program ini dimaksudkan untuk memperbaiki struktur ekonomi masyarakat dengan menyediakan modal usaha melalui Dana Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Masyarakat bagi pengembangan usaha ekonomi masyarakat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dampak program dana pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat terhadap pengembangan usaha masyarakat di Kelurahan Kayu Putih Kota Kupang berdasarkan studi evaluasi comparative before after dengan menggunakan Teori Thomas R. Dye tentang dimensi dampak kebijakan yang meliputi 5 (lima) dimensi yaitu Dampak kebijakan pada masalah-masalah publik dan orang-orang yang terlibat, Dampak kebijakan terhadap keadaan diluar sasaran atau tujuan kebijakan, Dampak kebijakan pada kondisi sekarang dan kondisi yang akan datang, Dampak kebijakan pada biaya langsung yang dikeluarkan untuk membiayai program-program kebijakan public dan Dampak kebijakan pada biaya-biaya tidak langsung yang ditanggung oleh masyarakat atau beberapa anggota masyarakat akibat adanya kebijakan public. Tesis ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif dengan alat analisis data deskriptif kualitatif. Dari hasil penelitian didapat bahwa Pelaksanaan program dana pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat di Kelurahan Kayu Putih menghasilkan dampak positif oleh masyarakat di Kelurahan Kayu Putih karena terjadi peningkatan pendapatan masyarakat, peningkatan produktivitas usaha masyarakat, peningkatan kemandirian masyarakat, terlaksananya tahap pengguliran dari tahun 2013 hingga 2017 sebanyak 5x pengguliran dana PEM bagi masyarakat Kelurahan Kayu Putih Kota Kupang dan peningkatan kesadaran masyarakat dengan tanggapan positif bantuan dana pemberdayaan ekonomi masyarakat sangat membantu pengembangan usaha masyarakat.