bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
"Intelligence, Social and Emotional Intelligence: Correlation of Concepts in Modern Psychology "
Authors:   Rivne State University of the Humanities, Ivashkevych Eduard , Spivak Vitalii ,   Kamianets-Podilskyi Ivan Ohiienko National University
Published: December 2023

The purpose of our article is to carry out an analysis of the author’s research on social intelligence according to Structural and Functional Approach; describe our researches of Social Intelligence; to propose own definition of “emotional intelligence”; to show the correlation of concepts “intelligence”, “social intelligence” and “emotional intelligence” in Modern Psychology. Methods of the research. The following theoretical methods of the research were used to solve the tasks formulated in the article: the categorical method, structural and functional methods, the methods of the analysis, systematization, modeling and generalization. The results of the research. We think, that social intelligence is a system of cognitive characteristics of the individual. It consists of three basic components: social-perceptive abilities, social imagination and social technique of communication. So, the effectiveness of subject-subject communication largely depends on the formation of social intelligence. Social intelligence is considered as a certain cognitive component of communicative competence, which is defined as the ability of the individual to accept the position, point of view of another person, to predict his/her behavior, to solve effectively various problems arising between subjects of dialogical interaction. Conclusions. We believe that emotional intelligence is defined as a set of non-cognitive abilities, competencies or skills that affect a person’s ability to face challenges in the external environment, the emotional intelligence should be attributed to the empathic aspect of social intelligence. That is, we will consider emotional intelligence as a component of social intelligence. Let’s justify our own point of view. In this context, emotional intelligence is a set of general personality’s abilities, interconnected four skills, such as: awareness of one’s own emotions, the ability to determine what emotion the person feels at a given moment in time, to determine what basic emotions consists of this understanding; the ability to manage one’s own emotions (to change the intensity of emotions), to determine the source and the cause of their occurrence, the degree of usefulness; understanding other people’s emotions, determining emotional states by their verbal and non-verbal manifestations; management of other people’s emotions, providing purposeful action on emotions. At the same time, we’d like to make a generalization regarding the definition of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence, as we see, is the ability of an individual to perceive, evaluate and express emotions adequately; the individual’s ability to generate feelings when they contribute to thinking, to understand emotions and knowledge related to these emotions, the individual’s ability to regulate emotions, contributing to one’s own emotional and intellectual growth.
Communicative Tolerance as a Psychological Phenomenon
Authors:   Rivne State University of the Humanities, Mykhalchuk Nataliia , Onufriieva Liana ,   Kamianets-Podilskyi Ivan Ohiienko National University
Published: December 2023

The aim of our research is to show elements of communicative tolerance, to emphasize the actuality of this problem, to introduce communicative tolerance as a psychological phenomenon, which is especially interested in Psycholinguistics and Sociolinguistics. Methods of the research. The following theoretical methods of the research were used to solve the tasks formulated in the article: a categorical method, structural and functional methods, the methods of the analysis, systematization, modeling and generalization. The method of organizing empirical research was used as an experimental method. The results of the research. We proved that communicative tolerant speech was a means of communication in its form, it was directly related to the mental characteristics and states of the individual (as a manifestation of different feelings: moods, emotions, euphoria, anxiety, frustration, etc.; as a manifestation of the person’s attention: concentration, inattention; as a manifestation of will, determination, confusion, composure; as a manifestation of thinking: doubts, confidence; as a manifestation of imagination: dreams, creative thoughts). Conclusions. In our research we proved that speech behavior was caused by the following social factors: culture, national characteristics, ethics, education and interpersonal communication, which in the process of internalization have become internal components of mental structures. At the same time, the external manifestations of psychophysiological processes of communicative tolerance in human speech behavior are expressed from the phonetic side of speech (as vibration of the person’s voice, timbre modulation, increased tempo, speed of speech reactions).
The Professional Activity of the Head of the Educational Institution as a Sphere of Formation of his/her Professional Creativity
Authors:   Hryhorii Skovoroda University in Pereiaslav, Nabochuk Alexander
Published: December 2023

The aim of our research is to show the professional activity of the head of the educational institution as a sphere of formation of his/her professional creativity. Methods of the research. The following theoretical methods of the research were used to solve the tasks formulated in the article: a categorical method, structural and functional methods, the methods of the analysis, systematization, modeling and generalization. The results of the research. We believe that the professional creativity of a manager is a process of carrying out creative activity, because it is professional creativity aimed at solving tasks that are characterized by the absence of a solution method in a given subject area, or the absence of such a method in a given management subject. The latter can be explained by the lack of subjectspecific knowledge necessary for a specialist to solve this problem. In the process of implementing professional creativity, the manager becomes aware of new knowledge for him/her as a kind of indicative basis for further development of a method of solving managerial and professional problems and tasks. In professional creativity, at first, the manager is in some uncertainty: there is no clearly formed opportunity to develop new subjects of professional activity and, on their basis, to invent a way to solve the task; this kind of uncertainty is due to the absence of any other knowledge that will clearly determine the development in asking questions. Conclusions. The practice of the manager’s creative professional activity, its reflection in theoretical studies, allows us to conclude that professional creativity is a specific activity, which is characterized by a professional direction with the aim of finding new, non-standard, original and unique rational solutions, which facilitate a new solution to use creative problem tasks by individual tasks in the professional activity and their implementation into practice.
Enhancing data security of cardiac patients in IoMT with Twin-Shield Encryption
Authors: Gandhi Smiley , Poongodi T. , Kumar K. Sampath
Published: December 2023

Cardiac disease kills most people worldwide. Predicting and monitoring cardiac problems early improves disease treatment and patient outcomes. The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) can monitor and analyze physiological data in real-time, changing healthcare. Many researchers find data generation problematic. Encryption is needed to secure a massive amount of data. This paper presents a Twin-Shield Encryption (TSE) that combines Elliptic Curve Cryptography (HECC) and Rivest-Shamir-Adleman (RSA) IoMT assistance for heart illness patient monitoring. Cleveland cardiac dataset from the University of California Irvine (UCI) research repository is collected. It has 12 qualities and 303 occurrences. The data is pre-processed using normalization; feature extracted using Principal Component Analysis (PCA), and securely transmitted to the cloud infrastructure for further processing and analysis. TSE encrypts patient data to prevent unauthorized access and maintain data integrity during transmission and storage. The framework could enhance cardiac ailment diagnosis, treatment, and management by giving clinicians and patients individualized care based on physiological profiles.
role of cash incentives in HIV behaviour change
Authors: LlHoebes Imelda , Edwards Lucy
Published: December 2023

This study explores the use of cash incentives towards positive behaviour change amongst

adolescents at different schools in the Khomas Region, Windhoek, Namibia. The aim of the

research was to assess the efficacy of the Reducing HIV/AIDS in Adolescents (RHIVA)

programme’s cash incentive-based theory of change. The hypothesis of the model is that cash

incentives can promote positive behavioural change. The behaviour change is related to HIV/AIDS

prevention and other behavioural patterns more specific to adolescents. The study used secondary

data from a pre-post quasi-experimental research design collected between 2013 and 2015. The

primary data came from 529 responses to a baseline survey and 458 responses to an end-line survey

conducted in the Khomas Region. The secondary analysis explored the impact of cash incentives

on learners’ sexual behaviour, especially the learners who received full RHIVA intervention (IG2).

The study concludes that the full RHIVA programme intervention resulted in a 10% reduction in sexual activity. The RHIVA programme is effective for learners younger than 16 years and for females from middle to high-income areas. However, the study found that cash incentives do not result in an increase in the number of times that learners were tested for HIV. It also found that direct cash payments to learners have the potential to be both a deterrent and an incentive for positive behaviour change as direct cash payments are prone to other socio-structural pressures such as the prevalence of alcohol and drug use at school and community levels. The study further concludes that conditional cash transfers remain very important in increasing the HIV Counselling

and Testing (HCT) uptake of learners despite certain limitations.
Barriers affecting access to health information and health care services among the Deaf Community in Namibia
Authors: Kaundjua Maria B.
Published: December 2023

Health is a crucial aspect in an individual’s life as it enables people to enjoy their potential as human beings. Consequently there has been an enormous emphasis on equity in access to health care. Just like anybody else, Deaf people have a right to access health information and services and should not be discriminated against in any way. Unfortunately Deaf people are usually marginalised within society and as such their experiences with health care systems across the world

are not readily understood (Scheer, Kroll, Neri & Beatty, 2003). For example, it is assumed that everyone who seeks health service hears and can communicate in a spoken language to receive a standard quality of health care. This study explored the barriers experienced by the Deaf community when accessing health information and health care services in Namibia. The study applied a qualitative approach, and conducted semi-structured interviews with Deaf learners, teachers and other employees in purposefully selected special schools (now known as Resource schools, [MoE, 2013]) and centres for people with disabilities in Namibia. The results indicate that the implementation of regulatory and policy frameworks surrounding disability are still hindered by structural inequalities, social prejudices and stigmatisation of the Deaf community. Therefore, the study recommends changes in the broader structural and social arrangement beyond the health sector if Deaf people are to receive equitable health care.
Indigenous Knowledge on Health care among the Ovahimba Community of Oukongo Village in Kunene Region of Namibia
Authors: Hamunyela Miriam Ndalilashiwa , Nekongo-Nielsen Haaveshe , Kanyimba Alex
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study was to explore the indigenous knowledge of medicinal plants for treating common illnesses among the Ovahimba of Oukongo village in the Kunene region of Namibia. The coevolutionary theory of sustainable development informed this study as it promotes the anti-hegemonic ecology of knowledge and synchronises traditional knowledge with the modern world. The interview data were analysed using the inductive approach and content analysis. The results show that the Ovahimba community of Oukongo village use plant-based remedies such as roots, leaves, bark, fruits and flowers for the treatment of ailments such as headaches and diarrhoea, high blood pressure, chest pain and syphilis. The remedy preparation follows the process of harvesting parts of a plant, cleaning and breaking it into small pieces or crushing it into powder and then mixing with water or some form of liquid. The process also includes chewing roots, leaves and burning flowers into ashes. The study recommends further research to document indigenous health care practices of the Ovahimba. It also recommends the adoption of the co-evolutionary theory of sustainable development as the basis for the synchronisation of indigenous knowledge with modern health care and thus promote future generations’ access to the rich heritage of ancestral knowledge on health care.
Association between microsatellite markers and rice response to the rice blast pathogen Magnaporthe oryzae in selected Zambian rice genotypes
Authors: Bulanda C. M , Kaimoyo E , Munyinda K
Published: December 2023

Magnaporthe oryzae, the rice blast disease pathogen is estimated to cause losses of up to 30% in rice production worldwide, yet its impact on rice production in Zambia remains unknown. Symptomatic rice leaf tissue collected from rice fields in Mongu District of Zambia was cultured on oatmeal agar medium and fungal colonies were purified and identified through leaf lesions and conidia using published keys. An M. oryzae isolate from this study was used to challenge twenty-eight selected Zambian rice genotypes to determine their responses to infection with the pathogen estimated by lesion numbers and sizes. Twelve of the genotypes (42.8%) were highly resistant (HR) with 1 to 2 lesions per cm2, 6 (21.4%) were moderately resistant with mean lesion numbers of 3 to 4 per cm2 while 10 (35.7%) were susceptible with lesion numbers above 5 per cm2 of leaf tissue. Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)-amplification of rice genomic DNA extracted from the 28 genotypes using selected microsatellite marker primers revealed a moderate genetic diversity with three of them showing significant genetic diversity. Allelic diversity among the selected genotypes was also confirmed from a calculated mean polymorphic information content of 0.8. A correlation between 8 of the microsatellite markers in some of the rice genotypes and their resistance response to M. oryzae was also established. Results show that some of the analysed rice genotypes have a significant potential for use as a genetic resource in breeding for varieties that are resistant to the rice blast pathogen for Zambian farmers.
A multinomial modelling of the factors that impact viral load levels in adults on anti-retroviral therapy in Namibia
Authors: Oyedele Opeoluwa F. , Ntusi Nelly S.
Published: December 2023

Namibia is one of the Sub-Saharan Africa countries still hit with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), with a 12.6% HIV prevalence among adults aged 15-64 years, and with the Kavango West region of Namibia still having a 12.1% HIV infection prevalence. As a prevention in combating new HIV infections, viral load suppression is crucial, especially during the application of HIV treatment. In this paper, the multinomial logit regression model was used to statistically examine the impacting factors of Anti-Retroviral Therapy (ART) adult patients’ viral load levels using data collected from the Nankudu health district. Results showed that majority of the patients had never been testing for Hepatitis B, regardless of their viral load levels, while patients’ characteristics such as age, sex, marital status, ART duration, tuberculosis (TB) screening, hepatitis B screening, ART adherence and ART status had a significant impact on the patients’ viral load levels. In addition, ART patients who were less than 20 years old and had been on ART between 4 to 15 years were more likely to have an undetectable viral load, while those who had been on ART between 7 to 15 years were less likely to have a virologic failure. Also, patients who were never tested for hepatitis B were more likely to have a virologic failure, while those who tested positive for TB were less likely to have an undetectable viral load. It is therefore recommended that the Namibian government and policy makers consider making hepatitis B screening mandatory, especially, among HIV patients and ART patients. Moreover, periodic viral load testing to monitor responses to ART is important and needs to be conducted to prevent progression of patients to virologic failure and drug resistance.
case of Oshiwambo-English/English-Oshiwambo translation of informative texts
Authors: Shatepa Immanuel N. , Shikesho Edward T.
Published: December 2023

This paper aims to explore the question of whether translators retain the meaning or the correct message from the source language into the target language despite the language differences. Successful translation includes linguistic forms, word selection, sentence structure, cultural features, literal meaning and rhetoric devices. It is of significant importance to translate carefully to maintain the primary meaning of any text. The present research presents the challenges of direct translation in maintaining the meaning of the given contexts. This qualitative study uses a descriptive analysis by examining a few selected texts from Oshiwambo-English and EnglishOshiwambo informative texts. The results show that some translation could not maintain the primary meaning of texts due to direct translation. The researchers provided suggestions and corrections for the discovered errors. The study suggests two significant practices; translators to consider the translation in the target language and the context of the source the language.
Promoting gender equality
Authors: Mwetulundila Rauna , Kangira Jairos , Mlambo Nelson
Published: December 2023

Women’s rhetorical contributions have been overlooked in the field of rhetoric because the rhetorical tradition has a long history of excluding female or feminine ways of speaking and writing. It is also worth noting that the analyses of women’s writings have been restricted to the coverage of the feminist perspectives and not necessarily the domain of rhetoric and the analysis of their works of fiction. This has therefore, led to the realisation of a gap in the present paper regarding the examination of feminist rhetoric in literary studies. Through a rhetorical lens, this paper examined the arguments that demonstrate that women have immensely contributed to the liberation struggle in Namibia alongside men; hence, there is a need for equal acknowledgment. Based on the Aristotelian rhetorical theory, the study established how the arguments (logos) provided in Kaleni Hiyalwa’s novel, Meekulu’s Children, provide evidence that women indeed actively participated in the liberation struggle and how these proofs stir the readers’ emotions (pathos). Furthermore, the determination and willingness of characters (ethos) to collaborate with other characters to promote gender equality was examined. Invitational rhetoric was also used to determine whether the novel has promoted feminist principles of equality, self-determination and immanent value. The paper found that arguments can be made to provide evidence for feminist rhetorical analysis with regards to how Dila and his wife were murdered by the omakakunya; the raping of his wife, how Meekulu cooks for eendume domomufitu, and also how Kamati and Estela make seemingly insensible choices to run out of the country. As a result, these supportive arguments stimulate emotions as exemplified by the descriptions of the murder of Dila and his wife and how Ketja copes with the death of both parents, which stirs empathy from the readers. Moreover, the novel presents how the men and women of Elombe have been supportive of each other in good and bad times throughout the time of war thereby bringing to the fore views geared towards appreciating the African sense of Ubuntu. Lastly, the study determined that invitational rhetoric allows readers to participate in conversations in the novel through the use of rhetorical strategies like: emotional utterances, respect of different ideologies, and rhetorical questions.
Mchango wa Ishara za Mwili kwenye Maana katika Lugha ya Kiswahili
Authors: Kibiki Magreth
Published: December 2023

English version

The contribution of gestures on meaning has attracted attention of many scholars (c.f Goodwin, 1986; Mc Neill, 1992; Kendon, 2004; Kidwell, 2013; Müller, 2013; Zhi-pheng 2014). Many researches dealt on its contributions in English language. However, its contributions specifically on Swahili has been given less or no attention. As noted by Kendon (2004) and Zhi-pheng (2014) that the intepretation of gestures can yield different intepretations from one culture to another. The current article investigates the contributions of gestures on meaning in Swahili. Pragmatic markers (henceforth PMs) eh, sawa, mh, and ah have been used as case study. Data was obtained from ‘vijiwe vya kahawa’ (setting of informal conversations created around people drinking coffee) and ‘vijiwe vya mamantilie’ (setting of informal conversations created around women preparing and selling food on the streets. The analysis was done using Social Semiotic Approach under Multimodality Theory by Kress (2010). The results indicate that gestures contribute to the meaning-making. It was observed that various gestures (such as facial expressions, eye gaze, mouth, head and hand movements) were used in conjunctions with uttering the PMs hence helped to convey their meanings. Generally, the article concludes that spoken Swahili is rich in meanings complemented by the contributions of gestures. Thus, the current study calls for more researches on gestures in Kiswahili since they play a big role in the sense-making process.

 

Kiswahili version

Mchango wa ishara za mwili kwenye maana ni suala ambalo limewashughulisha wataalamu wengi (taz. kwa mfano Goodwin, 1986; Mc Neill, 1992; Kendon, 2004; Kidwell, 2013; Müller, 2013; Zhi-pheng 2014). Hata hivyo, tafiti nyingi zilizofanywa zinahusu mchango wa ishara za mwili kwenye maana katika lugha ya Kiingereza na si Kiswahili. Kufuatia tahadhari wanayoitoa Kendon (2004) na Zhi-pheng (2014) kwamba matumizi ya ishara za mwili yanaweza kutofautiana baina ya lugha moja na nyingine, makala hii inachunguza mchango wa ishara za mwili kwenye maana katika lugha ya Kiswahili. Vialami Pragmatiki (kuanzia sasa VIPRA) eh, sawa, mh na ah vimetumika kama uchunguzi kifani. Data zimekusanywa kutoka katika mazungumzo yasiyo rasmi yanayofanywa na wazungumzaji wa Kiswahili katika vijiwe vya kahawa na vya mamantilie. Uchambuzi wa data umeongozwa na Nadharia ya Njianyingi za Mawasiliano kwa kutumia mkabala wa Semiotiki Jamii wa Kress (2010). Matokeo ya uchunguzi huu yanaonesha kwamba ishara za mwili zina mchango kwenye maana za eh, sawa, mh na ah. Ishara tofautitofauti za (kama vile mwonekano wa sura na macho, kichwa, mikono, macho na mdomo) zilionekana kutumika pamoja na eh, sawa, mh na ah na; hivyo, zilisaidia kuchanuza maana za VIPRA hivyo. Kwa ujumla, makala hii inadokeza kwamba lugha ya Kiswahili (hususani Kiswahili cha mazungumzo) ina hazina kubwa ya maana inayotokana na mchango wa ishara za mwili. Hivyo, ipo haja ya kufanya uchunguzi zaidi ili kubaini ishara mbalimbali za mwili na namna zinavyotoa mchango kwenye maana.
Ufasiri wa Mahusiano ya Uwakati Baina ya Vishazi Ambatani katika Lugha ya Kiswahili
Authors: Kombe Luinasia E.
Published: December 2023

Abstract

Apart from forms that make the temporal relation explicit in coordinate structure, such as temporal connectives and adverbial of time, language has different ways of signalling that relation without using those forms. This paper intends to analyse how temporal pragmatic relations signalled between clauses which are linked by the coordinator na ‘and’ in Kiswahili. The study relies on Relevance Theory (cf. Sperber & Wilson 1986, Wilson & Sperber 2004) which is human cognition and communication theory. Using data from literature publications, speeches, government reports, and magazines, this paper reveals that coordinator na ‘and’ does not express temporality between coordinated clauses, as opposed to and in the English language (cf. Carston 2002). The paper shows that temporality relation in Kiswahili is expressed by -ka- tense affix and ku- infinitive affix.

 

Ikisiri

Mbali na kuwapo kwa maumbo yanayobainisha mahusiano ya wakati kama vile viunganishi vya wakati na vielezi vya wakati, lugha zina namna nyingine anuwai za kudhihirisha mahusiano hayo bila kutumia maumbo hayo. Makala haya yanalenga kufafanua namna mahusiano ya kipragmatiki ya uwakati yanavyoashiriwa baina ya vishazi ambatani vilivyoambatanishwa kwa kiunganishi ambatanishi na pasipo matumizi ya vielezi vya wakati au viunganishi vya wakati katika lugha ya Kiswahili. Makala haya yameongozwa na Nadharia ya Uhusiano (taz. Sperber & Wilson 1995, Wilson & Sperber 1993, 2004) ambayo ni nadharia ya utambuzi wa binadamu na mawasiliano. Data za utafiti huu zimepatikana katika machapisho ya fasihi, hotuba na ripoti za serikali na magazeti. Matokeo ya makala haya yanaonesha kuwa kiunganishi ambatanishi na hakina dhima ya kipragmatiki ya kuashiria mahusiano ya uwakati, baina ya vishazi ambatani kama ilivyo kwa kiunganishi ‘and’ katika Kiingereza (taz. Carston 2002). Badala yake mahusiano hayo katika lugha ya Kiswahili huashiriwa kwa kiambishi njeo -ka- na kiambishi kisoukomo ku-
Scientific persuasion and use of language forms
Authors: Sindano Gerson I. , Kangira Jairos , Makamani Rewai
Published: December 2023

The paper sought to explore the dynamics of the rhetoric of the language of science on climate change publications. The arguments presented in this paper were drawn from the theoretical framework that saw rhetorical argument and discourse as an important feature of scientific publications. This research paper aimed at making a consequential input to an ongoing debate about climate change in Namibia and the world over; the use of rhetorical devices in the construction of knowledge about climate change; analysis and exploration of rhetorical elements employed by science researchers. The research was inspired by the study of rhetoric. As such the research looked at the progression of persuasive methodical argument and facts, as a result providing a clear understanding of how scientific publications influence government policy on climate change. The paper adopted a qualitative approach. Rhetorical interpretations of science publications seemed complex, as such required a research design that enables such complexity to be analysed and explored. The paper found that different rhetorical moves were used by the authors of the analysed documents, to try and persuade policymakers and the public. The study revealed the frequent use of scare tactics by the authors to try and persuade the public about climate change. Moreover, the study exposed the presence of the language forms that seemed to rely on perpetual persuasive techniques to persuade the current and future generations.
Exploring the binaries in Sifiso Nyathi's novel "The Other Presence"
Authors: Nauyoma Oiva Sikwaya
Published: December 2023

Abstract

This paper analyses the literary binaries presented by the award-winning Namibian writer Sifiso Nyathi's novel The Other Presence (2008). The novel is set in the Zambezi region in Namibia. It discusses contemporary issues which affect the Namibian people in the Kwena society. The Other Presence presents different groups of people such as Christians and non-Christians, medical doctors and traditional doctors, false pastors and authentic pastors, male egos and female egos. The paper argues that the novel addresses social and political concerns in Namibian society and explores the binarisms between different groups and the ramifications of creating such categories within society. By analysing the themes in the novel from a binary perspective, the paper seeks to explore its deep underlying structure and unfold the social meaning of the specific and human experience in the society. The paper argues that the binarisms in the novel reflect the livelihood of the various societies in the Zambezi region in Namibia. It concludes that all in all, these binaries offer a voice to the voiceless people in society.
Perceptions amongst university students about elder abuse in Namibia
Authors: Klie Thomas , Ananias Janetta
Published: December 2023

The most vulnerable period in the lifecycle of a human being is in childhood and again reaching advanced age in later life. Social work students need to have knowledge and competencies to respond effectively to vulnerabilities such as elder abuse. The aim of the study was to examine social work student’s level of awareness and knowledge on elder abuse, in order to highlight content areas to be addressed in curricula by social work educators. In a qualitative method study, the convenient sample method was used to select 150 social work students in the first, second and third year of study. Each student was able to present two case examples on elder abuse in their communities. The findings indicated that economic and financial abuse of older people takes place on a regular basis, participants further shared that older adults experience neglect, abandonments and emotional abuse. To a lesser extent older people suffer from physical abuse. From the viewpoint of young people it has been confirmed that elder abuse is a common concern in Namibia and that it has a serious impact on the lives of the elderly. The study underlines the importance of public awareness. Documentation and help systems need to be developed to effectively address the problem of elder abuse. A component of aging, and in particular, elder abuse need to be incorporated in the social work curricula to better prepare graduates.
Teacher Reflection Templates
Authors: Luwango Luiya
Published: December 2023

This research paper aims to present four reflection templates in-service and pre-service teachers may use to reflection any subject. The templates were designed by the researcher and are a product of a study conducted on three in-service teachers who are successful in their teaching practice. The study found that the three teachers do reflect critically before the lesson, during the lesson and after the lesson. Critical reflection on the three teachers was found to promote teaching and learning in a classroom environment. The empirical study was informed by the interpretive paradigm that used a qualitative research method. Data was collected through individual interviews conducted face-to-face by the researcher and through document analysis. The reflection templates presented in this paper are outlines of aspects teachers need to reflect on that are imperative in the teaching and learning process. The reflection templates may be used by practicing teachers and prospect teachers to think about their teaching to identify strength and weaknesses for improved teaching and learning.
Patterns of and Factors Undermining Female Participation in Hard Trades under Tanzania’s Vocational Education and Training System
Authors: Matiba Fortunatha , Vaging Consolatha
Published: December 2023

Abstract

This study reports the findings on female participation in hard trades under Tanzania’s Vocational Education and Training (VET). This qualitative research involved 72 participants including females’ trainees, instructors, employers and principals. It used semi-structured interview and Focus Group Discussion to collect data, which was subjected to content analysis. Participation patterns indicated far lower female participation in hard than soft trades. The study established the main contributory factors to this lopsided female gender representation in hard trades in Tanzania as gender role stereotyping, employers’ reluctance, lack of role models, absence of formal career guidance and counselling services, as well as gender-based curriculum materials. The study, therefore, recommends for the change in mindset among female aspirants in attitude towards hard trades to increase their participation while society should embrace positive perceptions of the abilities of females to pursue hard trades. VET centres should also employ female instructors in hard trades to serve as role models to encourage other females to opt for hard trades. Finally, VET instructors should encourage female trainees to participate in hard trades.
Teachers’ perceptions on professional development at selected rural schools in the Ongha Circuit, Namibia
Authors: Haufiku Isidor
Published: December 2023

This study investigated teachers’ perception regarding professional development in Ongha Circuit which is located in Ohangwena Region, Namibia. The rationale of the study was to obtain the views of teachers towards the professional development. The research was mixed method approach therefore, a descriptive survey was conducted in Ongha Circuit. Five schools were selected randomly and a sample of 20 teachers who had previous exposure to professional development were selected purposively from the five schools. Data was collected using interviews and document analysis through analysing the school records on teachers who attended workshop or who completed in-service training and census record. Data was analysed using thematic analysis and descriptive analysis. The study found out that teachers view and perceive professional development differently. Teachers had different views, feelings, attitudes and suggestions on how staff development should be managed to impact positively on learners’ performance. The study recommended that there is need to have a proper and systematic planning of teachers' professional to consolidate the new knowledge and sustain the changes made in teaching practice.
Lessons from the implementation process of the merger between the University of Namibia Faculty of Education and former Colleges of Education in Namibia
Authors: Masule Lubasi Borniface
Published: December 2023

This article is based on the implementation process of the merger between the University of Namibia and former colleges of education in Namibia. The aim of this article is to share some staff and student experiences of what transpired during the merger. The methodology used in this article reflects characteristics of both the quantitative and qualitative methodology.Questionnaires were used as research instruments for data collection. The article concludes that the general implementation process of the merger was slow, communication was very poor, stakeholder participation was very limited, pre-merger planning was not enough, time was not on the side of the university and unavailability of financial resources were a major obstacle to actual implementation.
An exploration of existential needs and self-determination theory within an educational context
Authors: Kirchner Emmarentia
Published: December 2023

In this concept paper ideas of the psychology of motivation in the twenty first century are explored as an introductory study on motivation theory. Drawing from the work of Leontiev (2012 a, b) and Längle (1999, 2012), as well as Deci and Ryan (1985, 2000), an overview of existentialist motivation is presented. Längle (1999) proposes that the four fundamental existential motivations centre on having a place in the world, a valued existence, a shared existence, and a meaningful existence. This section is followed by an analysis of the more traditional and mainstream approach of Self-Determination Theory, which explores issues of self-regulation and self-determination from existential underpinnings. Further exploration of Self- Determination Theory and the needs of competence, autonomy and relatedness, as well as the conceptualisation of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation as a continuum, follows. Concluding comments are made as to the relevance of the overview for an educational context.
IMPROVING STUDENTS' READING COMPREHENSION THROUGH THE DRTA STRATEGY
Authors: Muchsin Muchsin
Published: December 2023

This research is aimed at improving the reading comprehension ability of Serambi Mekkah English students on narrative texts through DRTA (directed reading thinking activity). The strategy was conducted beyond the consideration of finding that the researcher found during the preliminary study. Many of the students at the university, especially the students of English department encountered problems in comprehending the texts or passages. It was found that students hardly understood the narrative text especially about factual detail, main idea, and word meaning. Therefore, researchers implemented the DRTA strategy. The researcher used collaborative classroom action research design. It was conducted in two cycles by following the procedures of action research, i.e., planning, implementing, observing, and reflecting. Each cycle was carried out two meetings of strategy implementation and one meeting for the test. The data of the study was gathered through observation sheet, students' observation sheet, reading comprehension test and questionnaire. The result of the research showed that the DRTA strategy has improved students’ reading comprehension. The improvement could be seen from the increase of the students' score in reading comprehension which reached the target score (70 in the range of 0 to 100), i.e., in preliminary the mean score was 6,42. Then the mean score increased to 6,96 in post-test cycle I. The mean score of the student’s proficiency improved to 8,33 in post-test cycle II. This evidence suggested that the students had already reached the intended target score, namely 7,00. It means that many students responded that the application of DRTA strategy was helpful to improve their reading skill, and the strategy was very good to improve the student's comprehension of main idea, factual detail and word meaning.
Aprendizado baseado em projetos com foco em metas de desenvolvimento sustentável nos cursos de tecnologia
Authors: Ohata Daniel Domingos Akira de Sá Pimentel , Notargiacomo Pollyana Coelho da Silva
Published: December 2023

Este artigo explora a integração da estratégia de Aprendizado Baseado em Projetos (ABP) voltada aos Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável (ODS) em projetos desenvolvidos nos cursos de tecnologia. O presente estudo utilizou os ODS, que podem ser aplicados em conjunto com o modelo de ABP. Essa combinação foi aplicada na disciplina de Fábricas de Projetos, na qual visa desenvolver propostas que possam atender as necessidades de determinados indivíduos ou da sociedade. Dentro do processo foi aplicado conceitos de engenharia de software e utilizado ferramentas de organização e monitoramento dos alunos por parte dos profissionais de ensino. Por fim, os protótipos elaborados foram avaliados por profissionais na área de desenvolvimento de projetos e pesquisadores da área de projetos sociais, onde obtiveram pontos positivos em sua produção.
THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF THE FORMATION OF ENTERPRISE MARKET CAPITALIZATION AND THE PLACE OF VALUE CONCEPT IN IT
Authors:   Lutsk National Technical University, Burban Oleksandr
Published: December 2023

The theoretical principles of the formation of the market capitalization of the enterprise are disclosed in the article. A substantive analysis of the approaches of foreign and domestic scientists to the interpretation of the concept of “market capitalization of an enterprise” was carried out, with further determination of their features and “bottlenecks”. The formulaic expression of the market capitalization of the enterprise is considered and two main aspects of its interpretation are distinguished – stock and financial. The characteristic features of the market capitalization of the enterprise within the given aspects are differentiated. The place of the enterprise value in the theoretical foundations of the enterprise market capitalization formation from the point of view of each of the aspects is determined
Andrés Martínez Salazar: Aproximación bio-bibliográfica
Authors: López Gómez Pedro
Published: December 2023

Andrés Martínez Salazar naceu en Astorga o 8 febreiro de 1846. O seu casamento con Petra Suevos e o seu destino como funcionario do Corpo Facultativo de Arquiveiros no Arquivo do Reino de Galicia, do que chegou a ser director, levárono a aveciñarse na cidade da Coruña. Neste centro coincidiu co que veu ser o seu grande amigo, Manuel Murguía, a quen tivo por xefe e quen debeu influír na súa adscrición política ao rexionalismo. Malia isto, mantivo sempre unha grande independencia de criterio, afastado das teorías celtistas, nas súas investigacións históricas e literarias sobre o pasado de Galicia, sempre baseadas na fidelidade ao documento e no rigor histórico. Como libreiro e como editor da Biblioteca Gallega e de Galicia. Revista Regional, colaborou na renovación do panorama cultural do momento. A súa obra como autor atópase dispersa en multitude de periódicos e revistas de carácter tanto divulgativo coma científico, e acada os máis de douscentos artigos. Ademais, foi autor ou editor de libros de ampla repercusión, como a Crónica Troyana, os dedicados a Mayor Fernández da Cámara Pita ou aos guerrilleiros galegos do século XIX. Foi tamén presidente da Real Academia Galega, tras o pasamento de Murguía, membro de número ou de honra de múltiples asociacións de carácter científico e cultural, e cronista da Coruña, cargo que máis o compraceu. Nesta cidade finou o 6 de outubro de 1923, hai agora cen anos.
Metode za podjelu tajne temeljene na Kineskom teoremu o ostacima
Authors: Despotović Josipa , Jadrijević Borka
Published: December 2023

Adi Shamir i George Blakley su 1979. godine, neovisno jedan o drugome, osmislili prvu metodu za podjelu tajne, tzv. shemu praga. U ovom radu su opisane dvije sheme praga koje koriste Kineski teorem o ostacima, Mignotteova i Asmuth-Bloomova shema praga. Pokazano je Asmuth-Bloomova shema savršena, dok Mignotteova to nije. Obje metode ilustrirane su primjerima.
5-FINGER HYPNOTIC EXERCISE TO REDUCE ANXIETY IN STUDENTS OF SMK MATILDA RUTENG
Authors: Iwa Kornelia Romana , Andrian Beo Yosef , Hepilita Yohana , Xaverius Meku Fransiskus
Published: December 2023

Anxiety is a common problem faced by many students, including at SMK Matilda Ruteng. Excessive anxiety can interfere with learning concentration, academic performance, and students' mental well-being. The purpose of this PKM is to reduce the level of anxiety in students of SMK Matilda Ruteng through 5 finger hypnosis exercises. This PKM was carried out by involving Matilda Ruteng Vocational High School students as participants. The PKM team explained the 5 finger hypnotic technique and its benefits for reducing anxiety. Students are given instructions on how to do the 5 finger hypnosis exercise independently. After participating in 5 finger hypnosis exercises for several sessions, students of Matilda Ruteng Vocational School showed a significant decrease in anxiety levels. They reported feeling calmer, able to face exams more confidently, and managing stress better. This PKM succeeded in proving that 5 finger hypnosis exercises can be effective in reducing anxiety in Matilda Ruteng Vocational High School students. This technique can be an effective alternative to help students deal better with academic and everyday life challenges. It is hoped that this method can be extended to other educational environments to provide wider benefits in dealing with anxiety in adolescents.
ASSISTANCE IN THE USE OF THE TNDE APPLICATION FOR SUPPORTING HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AT PT. ANGKASA PURA I
Authors: Winda Maharani Ni Putu Ratih , Putri Putu Indah Dianti , Dharmayasa I Gusti Ngurah Putu
Published: December 2023

This study focuses on the application of Digital Navigation Technology (TNDE) in human resource management at PT. Angkasa Pura I. The main goal is to analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of TNDE in human resource management processes. The research shows that TNDE has significant implications for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of human resource management in PT. Angkasa Pura I. The study also highlights the importance of addressing the challenges faced in implementing TNDE, such as resistance to technology. Interaction between TNDE and aplikasi is crucial for efficient problem-solving and effective learning. The research recommends implementing TNDE programs, improving communication between TNDE and TNDE, and optimizing TNDE implementation to align with the needs of TNDE and technology development.
ASSISTANCE IN INVOICE DATA COLLECTION PT. GAPURA ANGKASA FOR THE EFFICIENCY OF FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Authors: Putra I Wayan  Eka , Dianti Indah , Anggreni Luh Jaya
Published: December 2023

Procurement of goods must have a good financial system to support all activities carried out by the company. The developed financial system must also have controls aimed at managing incoming goods, used goods, stock, transaction processing results, and transaction results reports. The purpose of this service activity is to assist in collecting invoice data in support of the efficiency of the financial management system used at PT. Gapura Angkasa. So it is necessary to use a web-based information system so that the transactions carried out can be well organized and clear. PT. Gapura Angkasa Denpasar Branch in collaboration with PT. Garuda Indonesia and PT. Angkasa Pura which is engaged in the field of ground handling services and other business activities that support the aviation business at airports. At first the procurement of goods in and out at PT. Gapura Angkasa is still manual, so a web-based information system is needed that can simplify and speed up service. This system can only be accessed by employees or officers at PT. Gapura Angkasa. To design this procurement system, structural design is used, namely by using an Enttity Relationship Diagram (ERD), making Data Flow Diagrams (DFD), making billing and recording transactions using Data Invoices EXCEL, and MySQL as data storage databases.
ASSISTANCE IN COORDINATING THE CONSOLIDATION OF ADDITIONAL OPD REPORTS
Authors: Joniarta I Wayan , Pratama I Putu Yuda , Indah Pratiwi Nuning
Published: December 2023

Consolidated Report is a report that brings together all financial reports made by all related OPDs in one government. In compiling consolidated reports, it is necessary to coordinate in preparing these reports, it is necessary to coordinate so that the reports prepared do not have discrepancies or discrepancies with those contained in the system. Continuous coordination and assistance will result in an efficient work cycle. The stages for preparing the consolidated report are regulated in Permendagri No 77 of 2020, Government Regulation Number 12 of 2019, Articles 189 to Article 193.