bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Histoid leprosy, an unusual variant of leprosy − review of literature
Authors: Santhanakrishnaan Soundarya , Dakshinamoorthy Manjumeena
Published: May 2024

Histoid leprosy is a rare variant of leprosy with distinctive immunological, clinical, microbiological, and histological characteristics first described by Wade in the year 1963. This is usually reported following dapsone monotherapy, irregular or improper therapy, and rarely de novo. Early diagnosis and treatment of histoid is important as it might serve as a reservoir and source of community spread of leprosy. In this article, we highlight the important aspects of clinical manifestations, immunological, histological, bacteriological, and management aspects of histoid leprosy.
Syringocystadenoma papilliferum and leiomyoma of uterus
Authors: Muna Bushra
Published: May 2024

Syringocystadenoma papilliferum is benign hamartomatous adnexal tumor commonly occurring in childhood. Our patient was a 58-year-old lady presenting with an asymptomatic plaque on the scalp for past 6 years and postmenopausal bleeding for 8 months. Histopathological examination of scalp lesion confirmed the diagnosis of syringocystadenoma papilliferum which is known to be associated with mutations of genes like KRAS, PTCH. The patient also underwent surgical removal of uterine leiomyoma which is also associated with KRAS mutation.
Effect of chronic skin disease on female sexual function (FSF) among married Egyptian women
Authors: El-Ammawi Tarek S. , Abdel-Aziz Rasha T.A. , Taha Doaa S. , Mohammed Sahar S.
Published: May 2024

Background

Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) is a term used to describe various sexual problems, such as low desire or interest, diminished arousal, orgasmic difficulties, and dyspareunia.

Objectives

The aim of the present study was to determine the effect of chronic skin disease on female sexual function among married Egyptian females as well as the prevalence of FSD among them and its effect on their husbands.

Patients and methods

The study was conducted on 300 sexually active married Egyptian women attending the Dermatology Outpatient Clinic of Minia University Hospital and Kom Elshokafa Clinic (Alexandria). All women were asked to fill out the female sexual function index sheet using the Arabic validated translated version of it. Those with FSD were asked about its effect on their husbands.

Results

We reported that 234 (78%) women with chronic skin disease had sexual dysfunction. Despite dysfunction being more common among those who had skin disease, compared with nondysfunction, it was not statistically significantly different among most skin diseases. There was a positive correlation between female’s age and percentage of dysfunction. It was found that only 15.9% of those with FSD showed an effect on their partners in the form of decreased libido.

Limitations

Limitations include the lack of a control group; the standardization of data, which may not be representative of the community, as they related to specific areas; and being a cross-sectional hospital-based study.

Conclusion

Our study revealed a high prevalence of FSD (78%) among Egyptian married women with chronic skin disease in both Minia and Kom Elshokafa (Alexandria) districts. However, it was not statistically significantly different among most skin diseases, with affection of only 15.9% of their partners.
Evaluation of serum selenium level in patients with plaque-type psoriasis
Authors: Eftekhari Hojat , Alizadeh Narges , Rafiei Rana , Darjani Abbas , Nejad Kaveh Gharaei , Mollaii Meysam
Published: May 2024

Back

ground Psoriasis may be accompanied by homeostatic imbalance of some trace elements such as selenium (Se) that may influence disease management. Se has antiproliferative and immune-modulating properties. There are limited data about the imbalance of Se level in psoriasis patients with equivocal findings.

Objective

Aim of the study was to evaluate serum Se level in plaque-type psoriasis patients with different severity and chronicity of disease.

Patients and methods

In this case–control study during 18 months, Se level was analyzed in serum samples of 54 psoriasis patients and 54 healthy volunteers. Se level was measured with atomic absorption method. The extent of psoriasis was investigated using the psoriasis area severity index and nail psoriasis severity index scores. Age, sex, duration of psoriasis, severity scores, and levels of Se were collected and analyzed by SPSS software.

Results

There was no significant difference in Se levels between two groups (P=0.323). Also median level of Se in patients with different duration time of psoriasis was not significantly different (P=0.157). But there was significant differences in the median level of Se in mild group compared with severe (P=0.035) and moderate group (P=0.018). There was a nonsignificant correlation between severity and duration of psoriasis with Se level.

Conclusion

Considering these nonsignificant difference, we think that Se imbalance is not probably an important factor in our psoriasis patients.
Comparison of neuraxial acoustic target window of the spine among rider sitting, cross leg, hamstring stretch, and classical sitting position: An observational study
Authors: Singh Govind , Sethi Priyanka , Kaur Manbir , Bhatia Pradeep , Garg Pawan K. , Kumari Kamlesh , Dixit Pawan K.
Published: May 2024

Background and Aims:

To compare ultra-sonographic dimensions of acoustic target window of the spine in the participants at four different sitting positions namely cross leg sitting (CLP), hamstring stretch (HSP), classical sitting (CSP) and riders sitting position (RSP). The primary objective of this study was to measure the neuraxial acoustic target window (defined as interlaminar distance between L3-L4 lamina). The secondary objective was to compare ultra-sonographic measurements of the depth of ligamentum flavum from the skin, and to compare the diameter of intrathecal space and comfort score in the four different sitting positions.

Material and Methods:

This study is a prospective observational study. Eighty participants were included and positioned in four different sitting positions to perform an ultra-sonographic scan and measure various parameters of the acoustic neuraxial window. The interlaminar distance, the distance of skin from the ligamentum flavum, and the diameter of the spinal canal or intrathecal space was measured in the L3-L4 intervertebral space in different positions.

Results:

The mean value of interlaminar distance among four sitting positions was ranging from 1.40 cm to 1.44 cm (P value 0.725.) The distance of ligamentum flavum from skin and diameter of intrathecal space was also comparable in all the groups. The comfort score in CSP was significantly better when compared to other groups with a median score of 4 (P value < 0.001).

Conclusions:

There is no statistically significant difference in interlaminar distance in various sitting positions. All four positions are equally effective and can be used as an alternative to spinal/epidural intervention, but the CSP came out to be the most comfortable and more emphasis should be given to the comfort as it increases the chance of success rate of the procedure.
Astrocytes, reactive astrogliosis, and glial scar formation in traumatic brain injury
Authors: Cieri María Belén , Ramos Alberto Javier
Published: May 2024

Traumatic brain injury is a global health crisis, causing significant death and disability worldwide. Neuroinflammation that follows traumatic brain injury has serious consequences for neuronal survival and cognitive impairments, with astrocytes involved in this response. Following traumatic brain injury, astrocytes rapidly become reactive, and astrogliosis propagates from the injury core to distant brain regions. Homeostatic astroglial proteins are downregulated near the traumatic brain injury core, while pro-inflammatory astroglial genes are overexpressed. This altered gene expression is considered a pathological remodeling of astrocytes that produces serious consequences for neuronal survival and cognitive recovery. In addition, glial scar formed by reactive astrocytes is initially necessary to limit immune cell infiltration, but in the long term impedes axonal reconnection and functional recovery. Current therapeutic strategies for traumatic brain injury are focused on preventing acute complications. Statins, cannabinoids, progesterone, beta-blockers, and cerebrolysin demonstrate neuroprotective benefits but most of them have not been studied in the context of astrocytes. In this review, we discuss the cell signaling pathways activated in reactive astrocytes following traumatic brain injury and we discuss some of the potential new strategies aimed to modulate astroglial responses in traumatic brain injury, especially using cell-targeted strategies with miRNAs or lncRNA, viral vectors, and repurposed drugs.
Role of copper in central nervous system physiology and pathology
Authors: Locatelli Martina , Farina Cinthia
Published: May 2024

Copper is a transition metal and an essential element for the organism, as alterations in its homeostasis leading to metal accumulation or deficiency have pathological effects in several organs, including the central nervous system. Central copper dysregulations have been evidenced in two genetic disorders characterized by mutations in the copper-ATPases ATP7A and ATP7B, Menkes disease and Wilson’s disease, respectively, and also in multifactorial neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and multiple sclerosis. This review summarizes current knowledge about the role of copper in central nervous system physiology and pathology, reports about unbalances in copper levels and/or distribution under disease, describes relevant animal models for human disorders where copper metabolism genes are dysregulated, and discusses relevant therapeutic approaches modulating copper availability. Overall, alterations in copper metabolism may contribute to the etiology of central nervous system disorders and represent relevant therapeutic targets to restore tissue homeostasis.
KEMAMPUAN PENALARAN INDUKTIF DITINJAU DARI KECERDASAN EMOSIONAL
Authors: Lestari Ayu , Nursangaji Asep , Hamdani Hamdani , Mirza Ade , Halini Halini
Published: May 2024

Kajian ini membahas terkait deskripsi kemampuan penalaran induktif siswa yang ditinjau dari kecerdasan emosional. Kemampuan penalaran induktif siswa yang masih rendah diduga dipengaruhi salah satunya oleh keadaan emosi yang ada pada diri siswa. Maka perlu adanya kajian guna mengungkapkan kemampuan penalaran induktif ditinjau dari kecerdasan emosional pada tingkat tinggi, sedang dan rendah yang ada pada siswa saat menjawab soal. Metode yang digunakan yakni deskriptif berbentuk survei dengan subjek sebanyak 29 siswa kelas VIII B SMP Negeri 1 Sungai Raya. Data diperoleh melalui teknik komunikasi langsung dan tidak langsung, serta pengukuran dengan tertulis dengan alat bantu berupa angket kecerdasan emosional, tes kemampuan penalaran induktif dan wawancara. Data selanjutnya diolah dengan mengumpulkan, mereduksi, menyajikan dan menyimpulkan. Hasil yang diperoleh yaitu siswa pada tingkat kecerdasan emosional tinggi dan sedang memiliki kecenderungan dapat memenuhi kedua indikator kemampuan penalaran induktif yakni kemampuan menganalisis dari pola hubungan guna membuat dugaan (conjecture) dan kemampuan melakukan generalisasi dari pengamatan pada sejumlah data. Namun, tidak ditemukan siswa dengan tingkat kecerdasan emosional rendah.AbstractThis study discusses the description of students' inductive reasoning abilities in terms of emotional intelligence. Students' inductive reasoning abilities are still low, and it is suspected that one of them is influenced by the emotional state of students. So, it is necessary to have a study to reveal inductive reasoning abilities in terms of emotional intelligence at high, medium and low levels that exist in students when answering questions. The method used was descriptive in the form of a survey with 29 students in class VIII B at SMP Negeri 1 Sungai Raya as subjects. Data were obtained through direct and indirect communication techniques and written measurements with tools such as emotional intelligence questionnaires, tests of inductive reasoning abilities and interviews. The data is then processed by collecting, reducing, presenting and concluding. The results are that students at high and moderate levels of emotional intelligence tend to fulfill the two indicators of inductive reasoning ability, the ability to analyze patterns of relationships to make conjectures and the ability to generalize from observations on several data. However, no students with low emotional intelligence were found.
Women Landowners in Gloucestershire, 1660-1810: Lives, Experiences and Challenges
Authors:   , Cutter Elizabeth
Published: May 2024

This study explores the lives of widowed women as landowners during the long eighteenth century. It uses two case studies based in Gloucestershire, Mrs Catherine Bovey of Flaxley Abbey and Lady Elizabeth Guise of Highnam Court to analyse how they operated during a period of time that was dominated by the patriarchy with men appearing predominately as landowners and managers. This is in the context regarding the existence of some societal ideologies that placed the role of women as purely in the domestic sphere. The research, therefore, sets out to challenge whether there was any practical application of private/public dichotomy to women gentry landowners. The study has been conducted through analysing many different aspects of their daily lives in connection to estate management, from the more feminine charitable work to their active involvement in agricultural improvement and industrial projects. All of which contributed to the success of the landed estate and allowed these women agency in decision making and economic independency.
Exploring Curriculum Transformation in Higher Education Institutions: A Critical Analysis of Equity and Social Justice Perspectives
Authors: Ajani Oluwatoyin Ayodele
Published: May 2024

This paper addresses the imperative of curriculum transformation within higher education in South Africa to confront and mitigate structural inequalities and promote equitable access and outcomes. Drawing upon Fraser's multi-dimensional framework for social justice, the study critically examines the efficacy of curriculum interventions, particularly Education Development initiatives in South Africa. Fraser's framework enables assessing how these interventions address justice dimensions: redistribution, misrecognition, and representation. The analysis reveals that existing interventions predominantly adopt an affirmative rather than transformative approach, primarily focusing on redistributive justice while neglecting misrecognition and representation issues. The study underscores the necessity of embracing a transformative paradigm in curriculum development within South African higher education institutions. A transformative approach necessitates a fundamental reframing of the curriculum, involving reassessing the scale of existing challenges, interrogating underlying assumptions shaping curriculum norms, and re-evaluating the delineation between 'mainstream' and 'other' students. Moreover, it advocates for revisiting the appropriateness of the curriculum for a diverse and pluralistic society. In conclusion, the paper advocates for a comprehensive reframing of the South African higher education curriculum, emphasising the imperative of transformative practices. It proposes recommendations for reformulating the curriculum to address better social justice issues, including embracing inclusivity, challenging prevailing norms, and fostering a curriculum that reflects the diversity and complexities of contemporary society.
URGENSI PERSIDANGAN ELEKTRONIK (E-LITIGASI) DALAM PERSPEKTIF HUKUM ACARA PERADILAN AGAMA DI PENGADILAN AGAMA PROBOLINGGO
Authors: Sudur Ishaq Maulana , Meilinda Fauziyah Putri
Published: May 2024

This paper examines the necessity of electronic trials from the standpoint of religious court procedural law in the Probolinggo Religious Court. This article addresses information technology advancements that make e-litigation a viable option for enhancing the effectiveness, accessibility, and timeliness of religious justice processes. By using this technology, parties interested in judicial procedures can receive better services, information sharing can occur more quickly, and geographical obstacles can be reduced. This research examines the religious courts' procedural legal structure, which facilitates the use of computerized trials. In this regard, it is crucial to modify religious court rules to accommodate the requirement for e-litigation in order to prevent normative conflicts and guarantee the legitimacy of online legal proceedings. This study emphasizes how e-litigation may help communities have better access to justice. Electronic litigation has the potential to boost public engagement in the religious justice system by enabling litigants to view and monitor cases over the internet. Data security, privacy protection, and the preparedness of the technological infrastructure to handle possible hazards are given particular emphasis. This article attempts to give a thorough understanding of the use of information technology in the religious justice system by outlining the urgency, legal framework, advantages, and difficulties of e-litigation from the standpoint of religious justice procedural law. It is anticipated that the use of e-litigation would increase the efficacy and efficiency of the legal system, benefiting both religious justice and justice in general.
Keywords:  : e-Litigation; Procedural Law of Religious Courts; Religious courts.
“Gostar de Mim. Conscientização sobre estilos de vida saudável com famílias de crianças no ensino pré-escolar”
Authors: Lopes Rute Sofia Rodrigues , Brito Irma da Silva , Amorim Ana Nicole Duarte Pereira , Santos Paula Cristina Simões dos
Published: May 2024

O Plano Nacional de Saúde Escolar (PNSE) da Direção Geral da Saúde (DGS) (2015), consagra o objetivo “Promover estilos de vida saudável e elevar o nível de literacia para a saúde da comunidade educativa”, concretizável através do seu Eixo I, da capacitação, que tem como áreas de intervenção: saúde mental e competências sócio emocionais, educação para os afetos e a sexualidade, alimentação saudável e atividade física, higiene corporal e saúde oral, hábitos de sono e repouso, educação postural, prevenção do consumo de tabaco, bebidas alcoólicas e outras substâncias psicoativas, bem como de comportamentos aditivos sem substância (Direção Geral da Saúde, 2020). A adoção de um estilo de vida saudável na família influencia o indivíduo, principalmente as crianças, uma vez que são desde cedo socializadas pelos seus pais, com consequências diretas na sua saúde e bem-estar (Amorim et al., 2020). A elaboração do projeto “Gostar de Mim” surgiu da necessidade de envolver as famílias no processo de promoção da saúde e padronizar as intervenções educativas em meio escolar, no território de abrangência de uma UCC. Trata-se de uma proposta de promoção de estilos de vida saudável e aumento da literacia em saúde das crianças que frequentam o ensino pré-escolar até ao 2.º ciclo e que se encontra em desenvolvimento desde 2016, no âmbito do projeto PEER (UICISA:e 2016). Preconiza-se que, para este grupo etário, as intervenções tenham enfoque nas famílias, os principais cuidadores das crianças. Foi aplicado o método de pesquisa-ação participativa através do instrumento “Caderneta dos Pais”, para monitorização dos estilos de vida das crianças do Ensino Pré-Escolar e posterior intervenção, em 2 de 3 jardins de infância de um Agrupamento de Escolas, sendo que na terceira escola não foi entregue o instrumento, mas foram realizadas intervenções. Participaram no preenchimento deste instrumento um total de 18 pais, sendo que nas intervenções de educação, participaram 66 crianças e 16 pais. O instrumento “Caderneta dos Pais” foi aplicado a menos de 50% dos pais de dois jardins de infância de um Agrupamento de Escolas, analisando-se a utilidade do mesmo, tentando envolver as famílias na avaliação dos estilos de vida dos filhos para fomentar uma maior conscientização acerca dos mesmos.
MINISIGMA VIETNAMICUM gen. nov., sp. n. AND HOFMAENNERIA LONGISETOSA sp. n. (NEMATODA, CHROMADOREA) FROM CORAL REEFS IN VIETNAM
Authors: Gagarin V. , Nguyen Dinh
Published: May 2024

One genus and two new for science nematoda species, found in coral reefs of coast area of Vietnam are described. Minisigma gen. nov. characterized by the finely annulated cuticle with lateral files in the form of two parallel sclerotized ridges. At both edges of lateral files there are cuticular pores. Pharyngostoma armed with large dorsal tooth and two small subventral teeth. The fovea of amphids in the form double-turn spirals. There are ocellius. Pharynx bulb elongate-oval, poorly expressed. In front of cloaca four S-shaped sclerotized supplements. Minisigma vietnamicum gen. nov., sp. n. is described and illustrated Hofmaenneria longisetosa sp. n. in body size is close to H. keoladensis Khan, Husain, Sultana, 2005 and H. niddensis Gerlach, Meyl, 1957. It differs from first species by relatively shorter pharynx, relatively shorter tail, longer outer labial setae. It differs from second species by thinner body, relatively shorter tail, longer outer labial setae and shorter spicules.
Pengaruh Metode Demonstrasi terhadap Penguasaan Keterampilan Menjahit pada Peserta Pelatihan Program Kecakapan Hidup di SKB Kabupaten Klaten
Authors: Yunindra Hasna Nora , Kriswanto Hendra Dedi
Published: May 2024

Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh permasalahan rendahnya kualitas sumber daya manusia di Indonesia. Dalam proses pembangunan negara sumber daya manusia sebagai salah satu faktor kunci. Salah satu cara yang efektif untuk meningkatkan sumber daya manusia adalah dengan mengikuti program kecakapan hidup. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh dan besaran pengaruh metode demonstrasi terhadap penguasaan keterampilan menjahit pada peserta pelatihan program kecakapan hidup di SKB Kabupaten Klaten. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kuantitatif dengan menyebarkan kuesioner kepada peserta pelatihan. Data yang diperoleh kemudian dianalisis dengan analisis regresi linear sederhana. Penelitian ini menghasilkan temuan bahwa metode demonstrasi memberikan pengaruh positif terhadap penguasaan keterampilan menjahit dengan persentase sebesar 15,2%. Yang berdampak pada peningkatan pengetahuan, pemahaman, dan kemampuan praktis dalam pelatihan menjahit. Penelitian ini bermanfaat bagi pengembangan ilmu dengan menambah referensi bukti empiris tentang kajian dan diskusi mengenai pengaruh metode demonstrasi terhadap penguasaan keterampilan menjahit.
Evaluation of Achievement Development Management of Bhayangkara Precision Football Club
Authors:   Department of Sports Science, Faculty of Sports and Health Sciences, Yogyakarta State University, Fatihurrahman Muhammad Adam , Pambudi Duwi Kurnianto ,   Department of Sports Science, Faculty of Sports and Health Sciences, Yogyakarta State University, Delano Enggista Hendriko ,   Department of Sports Science, Faculty of Sports and Health Sciences, Yogyakarta State University
Published: May 2024

Evaluation of Bhayangkara Presisi Football Club Achievement Development Management. Thesis. Yogyakarta: Masters Program, Faculty of Sports and Health Sciences, Yogyakarta State University, 2024. The aim of this research is to find out the evaluation of the Bhayangkara Presisi Football Club's achievement development program, examining it from the context, input, Process and Product (CIPP) aspects as well as finding out whether the achievement development program that has been running at the Bhayangkara Presisi Football Club has been managed optimally. This research is a type of quantitative and qualitative research with the CIPP evaluation model. The sampling technique used purposive sampling technique to obtain a sample of three program administrators, three coaches and six players. Evaluation uses quantitative and qualitative approaches. Data collection uses research instruments in the form of observation, questionnaires, interviews and documentation. The results of the research, namely, Context evaluation of Bhayangkara Presisi FC's achievement coaching management, amounted to 2.91, which is in the good category. Based on the background indicators of the coaching program, it is 3.09 in the good category, the coaching program objectives are 2.60 in the good category, and the coaching program is 3.03 in the good category. The evaluation input for Bhayangkara Presisi FC's achievement coaching management, amounting to 2.75, is in the good category. Based on the human resources indicator, it is 3.07 in the good category, the trainer program is 3.05 in the good category, funding is 2.66 in the good category, facilities and infrastructure is 2.66 in the good category, and parental support is 2.29 in the poor category. Bhayangkara Presisi FC's achievement management evaluation process, amounting to 2.83, is in the good category. Based on the program implementation indicator, it is 3.06 in the good category, and coordination is 2.83 in the good category. Bhayangkara Presisi FC's performance management management evaluation product, amounting to 3.27, is in the good category. Based on the achievement indicator of 3.33 in the good category and welfare of 3.20 in the good category.
reforma do Ensino Médio e suas aproximações com o BID:
Authors: Freire da Silva Evelyn , Germano Hollerbach Joana D'Arc
Published: May 2024

Este trabalho teve como objetivo a compreensão da Reforma do Ensino Médio, aprovada em 2017, à luz das orientações do Banco Interamericano de Desenvolvimento (BID) para os países da América Latina e Caribe. Para tanto, realizou-se a análise do documento Desconectados, produzido pelo BID, buscando identificar suas aproximações com o conteúdo proposto na Lei n° 13.415/2017. A partir da investigação realizada, identificamos importantes semelhanças entre as orientações do BID para os jovens latino-americanos e as proposições contidas na Lei, principalmente no que se refere ao incentivo do ensino técnico no contexto do Ensino Médio. Concluímos que o “Novo Ensino Médio” aprofunda as desigualdades sociais que historicamente atravessam o Brasil, sendo utilizada como mecanismo de manutenção e reprodução do capital.
Negacionismo científico no currículo de Biologia do Novo Ensino Médiodo Estado de Minas Gerais>:
Authors: Escovedo Selles Sandra , Cerqueira do Nascimento Borba Rodrigo , Venancio de Oliveira Bruno , Azevedo Maicon
Published: May 2024

Dentre as principais questões em voga no campo da Educação em Ciências estão o Novo Ensino Médio e o negacionismo científico. Articulando reflexões em torno dessas pautas, o artigo tem como objetivo investigar em que medida os currículos de Biologia prescritos no cenário de reforma do Ensino Médio oportunizam discussões e desconstruções do negacionismo científico e quais sentidos são configurados em seus documentos. Para isso, fundamenta-se teórica e metodologicamente em estudos do campo do Currículo e focaliza as narrativas sistêmicas sobre a disciplina escolar Biologia no cenário de Minas Gerais. A partir de uma pesquisa documental, o trabalho escrutina as prescrições curriculares, buscando localizar e refletir sobre os discursos presentes em documentos oficiais elaborados pelo governo mineiro a respeito do negacionismo científico e seus assuntos correlatos, como fake news e pós-verdade. A análise desenvolvida também aborda considerações sobre desdobramentos possíveis para a prática pedagógica e o trabalho docente. Conclui-se que as narrativas sistêmicas materializadas nos documentos oficiais voltados ao ensino de Biologia em Minas Gerais são evasivas em relação ao enfrentamento do negacionismo científico, negligenciando o fomento crítico à construção de conceitos e valores científicos e epistêmicos por professores e estudantes. Por outro lado, tais narrativas investem em uma lógica neotecnicista e instrumental que se orienta pela pedagogia das competências, condizente com perspectivas educacionais alinhadas à lógica de formação mercadológica que vai de encontro à proposta de formação crítica, cidadã e emancipadora há décadas defendida pela pesquisa em Educação em Ciências.
Lugares do trabalho no currículo de referência de Mato Grosso do Sul para o novo Ensino Médio
Authors: Hilário Wesley Fernando de Andrade , Ziliani Rosemeire de Lourdes Monteiro
Published: May 2024

As transformações da relação entre ensino médio e trabalho refletem a dinâmica das estruturas sociais, econômicas e políticas ao longo do tempo, bem como as múltiplas abordagens em relação à educação e à formação profissional no contexto brasileiro. O objetivo deste texto é analisar os lugares ocupados pelo trabalho, enquanto dimensão formativa, no Currículo de Referência de Mato Grosso do Sul para o Novo Ensino Médio, datado de 2021. Para sustentar a argumentação, dialoga-se com a literatura crítica acerca das teorias curriculares, da relação entre educação e trabalho e da racionalidade neoliberal. Da análise denotam-se dois modos de inscrição do trabalho no documento perscrutado: primeiro, atravessando as formulações sobre os itinerários formativos, especialmente no itinerário técnico-profissional, e segundo, relacionando-se estritamente com a disciplina Projeto de Vida. Ambas alocações de tal dimensão formativa espelham normativas postas na Lei nº 13.415/2017 e na Base Nacional Comum Curricular/Ensino Médio e são sintomáticas do avanço do neoliberalismo sobre as práticas que circunscrevem a educação no Brasil. A configuração curricular sul-mato-grossense, quanto a esse aspecto, apresenta contradições que podem reforçar a lógica subjacente ao Novo Ensino Médio e, ao mesmo tempo, contribuir para a constituição de subjetividades ajustadas às demandas contemporâneas.
Gestão escolar no novo Ensino Médio:
Authors: Saraiva Ana Maria Alves
Published: May 2024

Este artigo apresenta resultados parciais de uma pesquisa de cunho qualitativo que tem como objetivo compreender a gestão e a organização do trabalho na escola a partir da implantação do Novo Ensino Médio (NEM).  O objeto se constitui da necessária reflexão acerca da reforma implementada por meio da Lei no 13.415, de 16 de janeiro de 2017, a denominada Reforma do Ensino Médio, que promoveu uma profunda reorganização da etapa no Brasil. Tendo como campo empírico duas escolas de ensino médio localizadas em territórios de alta vulnerabilidade social do estado de Minas Gerais, a pesquisa tem como ancoragem metodológica a análise documental e a realização de entrevistas com integrantes da equipe gestora. Como referencial analítico buscou-se evidenciar a dupla dimensão do tempo no âmbito na gestão do trabalho na escola, a dimensão organizadora e a dimensão diferenciadora, como elementos centrais na complexidade que adquire a gestão das escolas a partir da implantação do NEM. Como apontamentos que adquirem aqui um sentido de conclusão, percebe-se que o tempo se constitui como a principal dimensão organizadora do trabalho na gestão escolar, seja na tentativa de equacionar a interação entre o tempo escolar e o tempo social dos estudantes, seja na estratificação presente nos diferentes tempos que se organizam a partir da realidade dos estudantes trabalhadores, ou, ainda, na noção de um tempo infinito que intensifica o trabalho dos gestores. Em todos os cenários, o NEM pode representar um aprofundamento das desigualdades que permeiam a história antiga e recente da etapa.
Humour in Joel Pett’s Environmental Cartoons on Climate Change
Authors: Nemickienė Živilė , Vengalienė Dovilė
Published: May 2024

The discourse of humour has become a common research topic, but few have analysed the use of humour in environmental cartoons. This study analyses the use of humour in the climate change cartoons of the famous American cartoonist Joel Pett. The analysis explores the verbal and non-verbal means of constructing humour and their interplay. The research was conducted by analysing Joel Pett’s environmental cartoons, examining their content, language and visuals, and identifying the means that enabled the amusing effect. The analysis revealed that the most common verbal means of humour construction in Joel Pett’s climate change cartoons were irony and satire. The study also showed that an interplay between visual and verbal means facilitated humour. In most cases, multimodality, or the interplay between verbal and non-verbal means, was an essential element that allowed the reader to perceive humour. Therefore, it can be suggested that both modes are equally important in the construction of humour in Joel Pett’s environmental cartoons. The results of this study can be used to begin to analyse how humour appears in the work of different environmental cartoonists.
A Secure Storage For Medical Information Scheme Using Blockchain
Authors: Adoni Kadjo Mathias , XU Yuan , TUO SIELE JEAN
Published: May 2024

Nowadays, many companies, organizations, hospitals and individuals have adopted centralized data storage systems to store and share data. However, these systems create a single point of failure and involve a centralized entity or third party, which can cause concern for users. Decentralized storage systems are therefore needed to overcome the drawbacks of the traditional approach. However, in the face of centralization issues, this paper proposes a combination of Hyperledger Fabric, InterPlanetary File System (IPFS), Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC), and proxy re-encryption to enhance the security and transparency features of decentralized storage systems. Thus, the proposed scheme provides a secure decentralized system storage of medical information using a consortium blockchain
“Challenging the Status Quo: A Mixed Bag Trait of Transformational Leadership.”
Authors: Nebo Sr. Ambrues Monboe
Published: May 2024

Guided by the theoretical framework, the PESTEL analysis, this article surveyed the risks associated with the inclination of transformational leaders to challenge the existing status quo. Through the external desk review as the methodology, the paper has cited empirical pieces of evidence that established the mixed beg of challenging the status. It argued that not every existing status quo must be challenged by transformational leaders. Doing so could contribute to the demise of the leader. As the way forward, the paper proffered an alternative approach to challenging the existing status quo that would preserve and act as the prophylaxis of the demise of transformational leaders.
Multiple Intelligence and Emotional Intelligence as Predictors of Students’ Engagement among Senior High School Students
Authors: Lacida Jeeferson A , Aguipo Eliceame B , Albasin Lilibeth Q , Bataque Iya Mae E , Ganadi Faye Nhicole L , Iigan Jhan B , Milagrosa Jazzerie P , Maghanoy Brian, Omisol, Jay Boy B , Prego Yurika A , Sansano Tristan Jay G , Clamares Krystal Joy M. , Pelandas Anna Marie O.
Published: May 2024

This study dealt with the influence of multiple intelligence and emotional intelligence to students’ engagement of senior high school students in Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School. The primary goal of the study was to determine the level of multiple intelligence, emotional intelligence, and students’ engagement in terms of their respective indicators, the significant relationship between multiple intelligence and students’ engagement, and emotional intelligence and students’ engagement, and what domains of multiple intelligence and emotional intelligence substantially influence students’ engagement. Also, this study utilized a quantitative-correlational design with 274 respondents among Senior High School Students in Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School. The average weighted mean, Pearson R, and multiple regression analysis were the statistical tools used in this study. Along with this, results showed a high level of multiple intelligence among Senior High School students in terms of interpersonal, intrapersonal, and verbal. In the same manner, the results also showed high level of emotional intelligence in terms of self-awareness, managing emotions, motivating oneself, empathy, and social skills. Likewise, result showed a high level of students’ engagement in the Senior High School Students regarding behavioral engagement, cognitive engagement, and emotional engagement. In addition, there was a moderate correlation, and a significant relationship between multiple intelligence and students’ engagement, and emotional intelligence and students’ engagement. Hence, this led to the rejection of the null hypothesis. Also, all domains of multiple intelligence significantly influenced students’ engagement, however four (4) out of five (5) domains of emotional intelligence significantly influenced students’ engagement. Therefore, the students may continue to enhance their multiple intelligence and emotional intelligence enabling students to actively engage in their studies and contribute to academic excellence.
The Influence of Classroom Management to the Students’ Behavior of Junior High School Students
Authors: Fano Mikyla , Tomas Philip Anthony , Bantillo Joseph Benedict , Baquial James Andrei , Castillo Jeizel , Evalin Joshua Jose , Mamacos Rea , Masicap Kenith , Namoc Sanny , Nobleza Leonelo , Quibrar Joseph Ben , Sawan Richard , Clamares Krystal Joy M. , Pelandas Anna Marie O.
Published: May 2024

This research delved into the exploration of classroom management in the students’ behavior of Junior high school students at Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National. The primary objective of the study was to investigate whether classroom management influenced the students’ behavior of junior high school students. Employing a quantitative-correlational design, the study included 308 respondents from the junior high school student population at Lorenzo S. Sarmiento Sr. National High School. The research methodology involved the use of statistical tools such as average weighted mean, Pearson R, and multiple regression analysis. The findings revealed a high level of classroom management among junior high school students, encompassing discipline dimension, teaching and learning dimension, and personal dimension. Furthermore, the results indicated a high level of student behavior, considering class participation, responsibility, and emotional intelligence. Notably, a significant relationship was observed between classroom management and students’ behavior. Consequently, the null hypothesis was rejected. It is worth mentioning that the students’ behavior perceived all domains of classroom management with high ratings. This research contributed valuable insights into the interconnected dynamics of classroom management, and students’ behavior among junior high school students, providing a comprehensive understanding of the factors influencing educational outcomes in this particular context.
Allegations of Racial Identity Factor in Job Placement in Germany: Africans in the Diaspora Experience.
Authors: OKONKWO Nnamdi Sylvester , EBIE Sunday Onyekwuma
Published: May 2024

Racial consideration is a challenge to the realization of peaceful co-existence and motivation of citizens in job process in a state which can affect the expected levels of development. Thus, discrimination based on identity factor in the economic activities of a state tends to slow down the will power and motivations of the affected citizens towards achieving the set goals of the organization and/or the state. The paper examined the allegations of racial identity factor in job placement in Germany with regard to Africans in the Diasporas. Utilizing secondary source of data, content Analysis and Structural Functionalism Theory, the paper made the following findings. Firstly, that identity discrimination in job placement in Germany is real. Secondly, Diaspora Africans in Germany are not properly placed in job positions because of their identity and this has affected their motivations and dedication to their jobs. To get the best from the Diaspora Africans in Germany, therefore, the paper recommended among others that in job placement process in Germany, merit should be the determining factor and not the consideration of colour, race or identity. Also, equal treatment should be given to all in job situation for the sake of social justice, efficiency and maximum productivity.
Implementation of Regional Tax Collections in the Tax Sector of Non-Metal Minerals and Rocks That Do Not Have a People's Mining License in the Ogan Ilir District Area
Authors: Rasyid Muhammad , Hayatuddin Khalisah , Suatmiati Sri
Published: May 2024

This research focuses on implementing regional tax levies in the non-metallic mineral and rock tax sector, which still needs a community mining permit in the Ogan Ilir Regency Area. Regional tax levies are an essential instrument for local governments to optimize local revenue while regulating the exploitation of natural resources owned by the community. However, in the context of community mining, the implementation of tax collections often faces challenges such as awareness of obligations, non-compliance by entrepreneurs, and obstacles to mining legality.
Survival of Small and Medium Enterprises in Bulawayo Metropolitan Post Covid-19
Authors: Nkomo Nhlanlha , Mpofu Queen , Ncube Thabani
Published: May 2024

Small businesses are always confronted by a plethora of challenges even when the operating ‘landscape’ is normal. The advent of Covid-19 posed an additional and unconventional difficulty to the already constrained SMEs. The governments used various method to assist SMEs to pull through the pandemic. Post Covid-19 the SMEs are still struggling to generate revenue and reduce operating costs. The paper sought to establish challenges and measures put in place to address the challenges either by SMEs or the government. A qualitative research approach aligned with interpretivism research philosophy was adopted in this paper. The research subjects were selected using a convenient sampling technique. A total of 12 interviews were conducted with the managers and business owners of SMEs. The pertinent challenges faced by SMEs in the Bulawayo metropolitan are high cost of doing business, uncertainty, failure to settle international debits, and anti-business government policies. The SMEs reduce cost through operating from home, virtual meetings, renegotiating contracts with suppliers, staff retrenchment, processes automation, streamlining operation as well as inventory management. The findings also revealed that SMEs increased their revenue through sales promotions and bulky purchases discount, increasing the range of products or services as well as increasing brand awareness. This paper recommends that SMEs’ business should be engineered such that they are highly flexible to adapt and change both the nature of operations and the methods of operating. Business continuity through both succession planning and operational continuity should be at the apex of the priority list of business leaders.
Impediments to Implementation of the Procurement Audit Recommendations in the Public Sector in Tanzania: Challenges and Solutions
Authors: Yussuf Masoud , Masunya Nashon E , Maswi Eliakim C , Harun Magoti , Sikana Vera , Nkwanya Zuwena , Salula Joseph , Mgyabuso Happiness , Mwanjwango Suma Atupele , Maregesi Magai
Published: May 2024

The study investigates impediments that hinder the implementation of audit recommendations in the public sector and suggests suitable recommendations. The study employs a semi-structured interview method to gather data from stakeholders involved in public procurement. These stakeholders are from 51 procuring entities, which include Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Parastatals (PAs), and Local Government Authorities (LGAs). This study sampled and interviewed a total of 51 employees. The individuals included in this group are procurement officers, accounting officers, tender board members, internal auditors, engineers, information and communication technology experts, transport officers, legal officers, and finance managers from the selected procuring firms. The data has been analyzed through the technique of content analysis. The study found that the insufficient implementation of audit recommendations in Tanzanian procuring entities is due to ineffective monitoring mechanisms for implementing the recommendations, insufficient resources needed to carry out the recommendations, and a lack of commitment among stakeholders in the organizations to implement the recommendations. The study suggests that the oversight bodies should establish an effective monitoring mechanism to ensure the implementation of the audit recommendations, the government should ensure that the procuring entities possess the resources to carry out audit recommendations. Additionally, procuring entities must demonstrate a strong commitment to executing the audit recommendations.
THE EFFECT OF A STUDENT’S STATUS IN EARLY EDUCATION ON HIS LEARNING DIFFICULTIES IN THE FIRST GRADES IN SCHOOLS IN AL DHAHIRAH GOVERNORATE IN THE SULTANATE OF OMAN
Authors: Bint Abdullah AL LAMKI Researcher. Maryam , Bint Khalil AL HASHEMI Researcher. Khadija
Published: May 2024

The study aimed to study the effect of a student’s status in the early education stage on his learning difficulties in the first basic stages of education in schools in Al Dhahirah Governorate in the Sultanate of Oman. This study relied on the case study approach represented by a group case study by employing the following tools: (1) interviews (2) official documents and sources (3) case study form. The study population was represented by the students of the first cycle, which includes grades 1-4, numbering 51 schools, of which 10 schools were selected as a sample. The target study sample was chosen from students in the third and fourth grades, where the total number of students in the learning disabilities program in grades (2-4) was 243 male and female students, and the final sample was 100 male and female students out of 243 of the total learning disabilities students. The case study questionnaires were statistically processed through Google Forms by reviewing, analysing, extrapolating and comparing the results with some results obtained from interviews and available official documents related to the sample members. The results indicated that the largest percentage of students performed and interacted very well in the early education stage and that they were healthy in terms of health, and that 22.9% of the sample did not enrol in the early education stage, and among the reasons, 17.1% were related to the financial circumstances of the family that prevented the student from enrolling. In the early education stage. Recommendations for future work: It is necessary to carry out future studies to track other influential factors that the student is exposed to during the first stage of basic education, which may lead to difficulties or learning problems for him, especially those who have previously enrolled in early education.
THE THEME OF REBELLION IN WOMEN'S WRITING (AUNTIE UMM HANI'S NOVEL MODEL)
Authors: BELMILOUDI Researcher Fadoua
Published: May 2024

The novel is a window to reveal the concerns of women as a literary space in which they seek to protect their feminine existence from the domination of male culture and get rid of the unsatisfactory image that society has set for them, declaring rebellion against her reality and trying to climb to the center based on multiple themes that have translated her pain, mortification and anguish.this paper focuses on invoking the theme of rebellion in women's writing and studying it as one of the important issues that novelists have given great importance in their fiction, women in rebellion practice challenging processes against forces that they cannot defeat. Hence the following problem arose: How did the novelists employ the theme of rebellion in their writings, the novel (aunt um Hani) by Raiha Rayhan as a model And why did she use this theme as a form of self-defense in her novel