bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Role of Community-Based Health Insurance in Empowerment of Women’s Health and Economic Rights in Ethiopia
Authors: Vértesy László , Namomsa Gutama
Published: November 2023

The guarantee of fundamental health and economic rights and the role of gender equality are still relevant and quotidian topics, especially in developing countries. Despite the constitutional guarantees within the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, women’s status remains significantly lower than men’s, primarily due to lower income, limited access to education, and various social constraints. Due to the absence of social security, health insurance and lack of financial autonomy and self-sufficiency, females often could not access healthcare independently. This situation is changing for women and their families in Ethiopia. The study aims to assess the role of community-based health insurance (CBHI) in fostering the health and economic empowerment of women’s rights. The CBHI proves to be an effective means of social security that boosts the provision of health services to members of susceptible peoples, which can improve health knowledge, preventative healthcare measures, and maternal and child mortality rates. This initiative can considerably increase women’s access to healthcare services while also providing them with chances for economic empowerment. Those women who are CBHI members spend less on healthcare (reducing out-of-pocket healthcare expenditures), allowing them to increase household income and allocate more resources towards other household expenses or savings. Due to the enrolment, women and other parts of their families have the opportunity for decision-making power and freedom to decide about their health because of financial constraints. Increasing access to the CBHI programs and ensuring that these are accessible to all women and other marginalised communities can help address gender disparities in healthcare access and economic opportunities, ultimately leading to a more equitable society.
Manganese concentrations in Montana's groundwater
Authors:   Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology, Hanson A.E.H. , LaFave J.I.
Published: November 2023

This report describes the overall Mn concentrations in Montana’s principal aquifers. Statistical relationships between Mn and other aquifer variables are also discussed. An excel file with the dataset is provided as an appendix.
Basin watershed monitoring data summary report, 2016-2020
Authors:   Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology, Duaime T.E. , Icopini G.A.
Published: November 2023

Report summarizes flow and water-quality monitoring at the Bullion and Crystal Mines, Jefferson Co, MT, from 2016 to 2020.
ПРОФЕСІЙНЕ САМОВДОСКОНАЛЕННЯ ФАХІВЦІВ В УМОВАХ НЕПЕРЕРВНОЇ ОСВІТИ
Authors: Т.П. Кучай , О.М. Гончарук , Н.В. Рокосовик
Published: November 2023

У статті розглядається професійне самовдосконалення фахівців в умовах неперервної освіти; важливості не- перервної професійної освіти, яка посідає важливе місце серед сучасних прогресивних освітніх ідей; творча самостійна робота студентів, як основна сполучна ланка між ЗВО, наукою і виробництвом. Охарактеризовано думки різних науковців щодо проблеми самовдосконалення фахівців в умовах неперервної освіти.
ПІДГОТОВКА МАЙБУТНІХ УЧИТЕЛІВ ХІМІЇ ДО ПРОФЕСІЙНОЇ САМОРЕАЛІЗАЦІЇ В ОСВІТНЬОМУ СЕРЕДОВИЩІ ЗВО
Authors: Т.В. Потапчук , В.І. Мірошніченко
Published: November 2023

У статті розкрито основні аспекти професійної самореалізації майбутніх учителів хімії, які включають особистісно-професійний потенціал, готовність до самореалізації в освітньому процесі та бажання досягати нових вершин у навчанні і вихованні Ключові слова: процес підготовки, майбутні учителі хімії, професійна самореалізація, активні методики навчання, освітнє середовище ЗВО
ГЕРМЕНЕВТИЧНИЙ ПІДХІД ДО РОЗВИТКУ ТВОРЧИХ ЗДІБНОСТЕЙ МОЛОДІ В ОСВІТНІХ ЗАКЛАДАХ ЕСТОНІЇ
Authors: В.Ф. Черкасов
Published: November 2023

У статті за допомогою гемневтичного підходу узагальнено та обґрунтовано систему художньо-естетичного виховання молоді в освітніх закладах Естонії та акцентовано увагу на розвитку творчих здібностей молоді як на уроках музики так і в процесі позакласної роботи, участі в різних формах музикування
ПРИРОДА І СПРИЙНЯТТЯ ХОРЕОГРАФІЧНОГО РУХУ
Authors: О.В. Михайлишен , О.М. Мацюк
Published: November 2023

У статті схарактеризовано досвід зарубіжних нейробіологів, які вивчили наслідки затримки нейронної обробки рухомих об’єктів, перцептивну антиципацію (передбачення) і застосували ці міркування до сприйняття хореографічного руху. Автори також аналізують філософські поняття прекрасного і піднесеного в хореографічному мистецтві, розглядають ці процеси з точки зору психології танцю; аналізують явище «імпліцитного руху»; обговорюють універсальні принципи сприйняття та оцінки хореографічного мистецтва Ключові слова: хореологія, хореографічний рух, нейронаука, природа сприйняття руху, психологія танцю, мозок і рух, «імпліцитний рух».
COMMEMORATING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BIRTH OF HOWARD GARDNER’S THEORY OF MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES VIA RESEARCH OF HIS APPROACH ON DIFFERENT LEVELS OF EDUCATION SYSTEMS IN THE CARPATHIAN BASIN
Authors: Renáta Anna DEZSŐ , Gréta ÁBRAHÁM , Heléna KOLIP , Barbara SCHMIDT
Published: November 2023

Individual and social well-being is a priority of the OECD 2030 Learning Compass aiming at contributing to generally more livable societies. One of the thought leaders of this international professional innitiative and guidelines is Howard Gardner, the father of the theory of multiple intelligences (MI). This approach implies that human intelligence should be differentiated into modalities, rather than be accepted as a general ability. The present publication aims at commemorating the 40th birth anniversary of MI theory, illustrating different ways of its possible educational implications in the Carpathian Basin, that have been carried out in the past fifteen years by a team of researchers lead by Dezső and attached to the doctoral school in education sciences at the Faculty of Hunmanities and Social Sciences of the University of Pecs, Hungary. The teams’ professional results contain edited compilations of lesson plans, and thematic projects using Gardner’s theory, testbook analysis from adequate aspects, and relevant research on coopretion between pre-service teacher education and schools with socially disadvantaged pupils. One of the most longitudinal researches of the field is Schmidt’s development focusing on pre-scool education. Her work is built on one of the US «Project Zero» Project Spectrum methods, and is called EIDW (Everybody is Intelligent in Different Ways). Schmidt adopted games and activities in different locations in the Carpathian Basin and observed different children’s intelligence profiles as well as those of their educators’. Abraham and Kolip’s researches are in their emerging stage. Whereas Abraham has investigated possible manifestations of inter-, and intrapersonal intelligences in a Vojvodinan kindergarten, as part of MI, aiming at illustrating how socialization in the education system affects these components of children’s personalities, Kolip has focused on even younger children and their educators concerning these areas in a South-Transdanubian village nursery. Although the participants of the research team have issued their findings several times, this is the first publication their work is presented as a common achievement. Keywords: the theory of multiple intelligences, individual and social well-being, educational development, professional cooperation.
Defusing an Atomic Bomb
Authors: Breitler Christian , Wagner Lorin-Johannes
Published: November 2023

The sigh of relief was audible throughout Europe. In Brussels and other European capitals, the victory of the opposition bloc in the Polish elections sparked hope that the imminent change in government would end the illiberal course of the past. While years of democratic backsliding have left lasting marks on Poland’s political and legal landscape, the newly elected government is clearly committed to leading Poland back onto the path of democracy and the rule of law. However, one pertinent institutional issue remains to be resolved: the still pending procedure against Poland under Art 7 TEU.
Qual é a cor? Uma proposta para abordagem da reflexão seletiva e do daltonismo
Authors: Sestari João Pedro Valiante , Silveira Pedro Valverde da , Cruz Frederico Alan de Oliveira
Published: November 2023

A sociedade demanda mais das escolas e dos professores para formar indivíduos aptos a enfrentar os desafios atuais. Os espaços educacionais devem atender à diversidade dos alunos, incluindo os com necessidades especiais. Com um aumento anual de 7% nas matrículas de alunos com necessidades educativas especiais em escolas regulares, é urgente adaptar recursos educacionais. Alunos cegos e com baixa visão podem se beneficiar de maquetes táteis em aulas sobre óptica. No entanto, alunos com daltonismo enfrentam desafios devido à falta de adaptação de materiais didáticos, afetando sua aprendizagem ao explorar a percepção de cores em objetos por conta da reflexão seletiva da luz. Este trabalho propõe uma abordagem do tema "reflexão seletiva" usando um kit didático simples, um smartphone e um aplicativo gratuito. Além disso, discutem-se a limitação da abordagem tradicional e a necessidade de tornar os espaços públicos mais inclusivos, adaptando elementos cotidianos.
PENGARUH PROFESIONALITAS GURU AGAMA KATOLIK TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR KOGNITIF PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KATOLIK PADA SISWA KELAS IX SMP NEGERI II MERAUKE
Authors: Berangka Dedimus
Published: November 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah 1) mengetahui adanya pengaruh profesionalitas guru agama Katolik terhadap hasil belajar kognitif PAK, 2) mengatahui besarnya pengaruh profesionalitas guru agama Katolik terhadap hasil belajar kognitif PAK dan 3) mengetahui upaya apa yang dapat dilakukan untuk meningkatkan kualitas hasil belajar kognitif PAK siswa. Jenis penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif dengan model analisis regresi. Sampel dari penelitian ini adalah siswa-siswi agama Katolik kelas IX SMP Negeri II Merauke sebanyak 60 orang. Instrumen yang digunakan ialah angket dengan bentuk skala likert dengan jumlah butir instrumen penelitian variabel profesionalitas guru agama Katolik sebanyak 35 soal sedangkan hasil belajar kognitif PAK menggunakan nilai raport semester ganjil. Dari hasil validitas dengan taraf signifikansi sebesar 0,25 pada variabel profesionalitas guru agama Katolik diperoleh sebanyak 33 item valid dan hasil belajar kognitif PAK siswa kelas IX dinyatakan baik. Sedangkan dari uji reabilitas variabel X diperoleh Alfa Cronbach sebesar 0,841 dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa butir-butir instrument dalam variabel X yakni profesionalitas guru agama Katolik dalam penelitian ini reliabel atau dapat dipercaya. Sedangkan, hasil hipotetis diperoleh dengan nilai signifikansi sebesar 0,000 yang berarti Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak. Pada tabel model summary diperoleh nilai koefisien determinasi sebesar 0,789. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa variabel bebas berpengaruh sebesar 78,9% atau 79% terhadap variabel terikat, sedangkan 21% dipengaruhi variabel yang tidak diteliti. Hasil analisis data pada nilai Fhitung pada tabel anova yang menyatakan bahwa profesionalitas guru agama Katolik berpengaruh terhadap hasil belajar kognitif PAK siswa SMP Negeri II Merauke diperkuat dengan hasil deskripsi data yang menunjukan bahwa tingkat frekuensi guru PAK dalam mengajar membimbing dan mengarahkan siswa dengan sangat baik saat proses pembelajaran PAK di sekolah sebesar 57% dan memiliki hasil belajar yang baik ditunjukan dengan nilai persentase sebesar 56,6%. Artinya profesionalitas guru agama Katolik yang memiliki kemampuan mengajar, membimbing dan mengarahkan peserta didik memiliki pengaruh dalam hasil belajar kognitif siswa baik di sekolah maupun di luar sekolah.
KEPEMIMPINAN MGR. JOHN PHILIP SAKLIL SEBAGAI GEMBALA YANG BAIK DI KEUSKUPAN TIMIKA PERIODE 2004-2019 DALAM TERANG KEPEMIMPINAN ANTHONI D’SOUZA
Authors: Liwu Sebastianus Ture , Refo Ignasius Samson Sudirman
Published: November 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mencari fakta sejarah dan menguraikan tentang bagaimana kepemimpinan yang dikembangkan oleh Mgr. John Philip Saklil di Keuskupan Timika pada tahun 2004-2019. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif yaitu dengan membaca dan mendalami serta menganalisa surat-surat gembala dan karya-karya tulis Mgr. John Philip Saklil secara menyeluruh. Selain itu, penelitian ini didukung dengan studi kepustakaan yang dikelompokan dalam beberapa sumber bahan, yaitu arsip atau dokumen, buku, majalah, bulletin, artikel dan sumber dari internet. Selanjutnya, informasi mengenai kepemimpinan Mgr. John Philip Saklil tersebut dianalisa secara kritis dalam terang pemikiran Anthoni D’Souza tentang kepemimpinan Kristiani. Hasil yang diperoleh melalui penelitian ini ialah: 1) Biografi Mgr. John Philip Saklil; 2) Situasi dan tantangan hidup menggereja dan masyarakat; 3) Gagasan dan Gerakan Tungku Api Kehidupan (GERTAK); 4) Mgr. John Saklil sebagai sosok gembala yang baik dalam terang kepemimpinan Anthoni D’Souza.
The Application of Technology-Organization-Environment Framework to Analyze SME Readiness in Using Digital Payment Applications
Authors: K. Pramudito Dendy , Achmady Sayed , Ratna Tungga Dewa Dominica Maria , Pitri Tedi , Candrasari Hermanto Diwahana Mutiara
Published: November 2023

The purpose of this study is to identify the variables that affect SMEs' preparedness to use e-wallets. This study employed a quantitative methodology. This method falls under the experimental research category. Questionnaires were used as the instrument of choice for gathering data. The study's target population consists of SMEs who have made payments using e-wallets. Purposive sampling was the method employed, and 200 samples total were collected. SmartPLS software was used in the data analysis for this study. At this point, the outer model and the inner model were the subjects of two analyses. SMEs are prepared to use e-wallets as a payment method, which is influenced by organizational, technological, and environmental factors, according to the discussion's findings. The most dominant factor influencing SMEs' intentions to use e-wallets is technology. This is followed by organization and the environment. Of the six hypotheses proposed, one was rejected, and the other five were accepted with a significant positive relationship. The hypothesis that is rejected is that environment affects organization. This is because the organizational structure is not yet perfect, causing existing organizational factors not to be determined by competitive pressure or the influence of service providers and partners. The hypothesis that has the greatest influence is that the environment influences technology. The higher the level of perceived pressure from competitors and support from service providers and partners, the higher the organization's intention to use technology.
Analisando as produções científicas que discutem os resultados do SAEB em Matemática
Authors: Gonçalves Ana Paula da Silva Gonçalves , Almeida Laura Isabel Marques Vasconcelos de
Published: November 2023

Trata-se de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, de natureza qualitativa, que objetiva divulgar os resultados da avaliação externa/SAEB na disciplina de Matemática, expressos nas produções acadêmicas. Fundamenta-se nas pesquisas que discutem o ensino de matemática, com ênfase nas avaliações externas da 4ª série do Ensino Fundamental (atualmente, 5º ano) no período de 1995 a 2005. Os dados revelam que as discussões em torno do SAEB, no contexto do ensino de Matemática, indicam pequenos avanços, demonstrando melhora nas pontuações ao longo do tempo. No entanto, ainda apresenta deficiências em determinados conceitos matemáticos, apontando para uma diversidade de fatores perceptíveis que influenciam os resultados. Dentre esses elementos, destacam-se a formação de professores e o contexto socioeconômico dos estudantes. Além disso, o estudo anuncia os obstáculos que os estudantes de diferentes regiões do Brasil, enfrentam no processo de ensino e aprendizagem de Matemática.
Designing a Master of Accounting Study Program Profile Website Using the Wordpress Content Management System
Authors: Abdul Khaliq  , Muhammad Iqbal
Published: November 2023

This article discusses designing a study program profile website using the WordPress Content Management System (CMS). Higher education has a need to present relevant and up-to-date information to prospective students, students, lecturers and the general public. A study program profile website can be an effective tool to meet these needs. The design method used in this research involves the needs analysis stage, interface design, selecting an appropriate WordPress theme, developing special features relevant to the study program, and testing functionality. Using the WordPress CMS as a content management platform makes it easy to manage and update content independently without requiring advanced programming skills. The result of this research is a study program profile website that is responsive, attractive, and easy to navigate. The features implemented include information about study programs, curriculum, lecturers, facilities and the latest news. Apart from that, it is equipped with a search feature to make it easier for users to find the specific information they want. Implementing the WordPress CMS as a content management platform provides time and cost efficiency benefits in managing a website. In addition, the flexibility and ease of adding or changing content ensures that the information presented is always up to date and relevant. In conclusion, designing a study program profile website using CMS WordPress is an effective solution for presenting up-to-date and relevant information to stakeholders in the academic environment. This research makes a contribution to the field of information technology, especially in the use of CMS platforms for efficient content management in the context of higher education.
Weight development and growth intensity of lambs from the Karnobat Fine Fleece breed depending on sex and type of birth
Authors:   Agricultural Academy, Agricultural Institute – Shumen, 3 Simeon Veliki Blvd, 9700 Shumen, Bulgaria, Staykova Genoveva , Iliev Margarit ,   Agricultural Academy, Institute of Agriculture – Karnobat, 1 Industrialna Str., 8400 Karnobat, Bulgaria, Tsonev Todor ,   Agricultural Academy, Research center for Agriculture – Targovishte, 91 Kyustendzha Str., 7700 Targovishte,Bulgaria
Published: November 2023

The purpose of the current study was to establish the dynamics of weight development and growth capacities until weaning in lambs from the Karnobat Fine-fleece breed in both sexes and different types of birth. The subjects of the study were 15 female and 15 male lambs. The study was conducted in the flock owned by Institute of Agriculture – Karnobat, during the 2020 lambing season. Four groups were formed, equalized according to the method of analogues by type of birth (singles, twins), gender (male, female), age and live weight. Live weight was recorded at birth, at 10 days, at 30 days, at 70 days and at 90 days. It has been established that the Karnobat Fine-fleece sheep breed is characterized by a good intensity of offspring growth until weaning, with female lambs reaching an average of 29.233 kg, and male lambs, respectively, 30.835 kg at 90 days. The average daily gain of lambs from the Karnobat Fine-fleece breed ranged from 0.236 kg to 0.344 kg for females by periods and from 0.242 kg to 0.367 kg for male lambs. Lambs of both sexes achieved the highest growth in the period 30-70 days. The results of the study indicate good compensatory abilities in the weight development of lambs born as twins from the Karnobat Fine-fleece sheep breed. The total gain reached by twin lambs at 90 days was close in value to singles of both sexes, being 1.97% lower in female lambs and 4.77% lower in male offspring. The Karnobat Fine-fleece breed has a good genetic potential for meat production, which is an advantage for sustainable development against the background of competition from specialized meat-producing sheep breeds in Bulgaria.
The Economic Impact of Extensive Number of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), using Complex Adaptive System Analysis
Authors: Danilo S. Escobido
Published: November 2023

Business entities are classified into two major groups; Large Enterprises (LEs) and the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Using Complex Adaptive System analysis, this paper investigates the economic impact of extensive number of SMEs among 93 countries randomly selected across the globe. The data was mined from the databank of World Bank Organization on January, 2019. Histogram and scatterplot were used to facilitate data analysis. The results revealed that extensive number of SMEs of a country does not guarantee to provide economic growth as reflected by their unpredictable level of Gross National Income (GNI) per capita. Hence, there is a need for policy makers to craft long-term program/s that address the challenges which hinder SMEs from executing their role in job creation and poverty alleviation of the country.
Development and Implementation of Point of Sale System (POS): Profitability Measurement for Retail Business
Authors: Geraldine B. Mangmang
Published: November 2023

This study focused on the notification features through screen pop-ups of overdue payments and out of stock items as an innovation of the Point-of-Sale (POS) system. The developed system brings satisfaction to a retail enterprise. The researcher utilized the Microsoft Visual Studio 2012 with Microsoft SQL Server 2005 database. The model was evaluated using the ISO/IEC 25010:2011 standard. This study applied the developmental evaluative design, an approach that supports innovation researches. The evaluation of the performance of the existing system and the developed software were evaluated using a structured questionnaire. The research instrument was validated by an IT Expert to ensure the questionnaires’ validity. The target clients of the study served as the respondents to achieve the purpose of the software, specifically, the owner and the cashier of the business. The quality in use model (i.e., effectiveness) and product quality model (i.e., usability, performance efficiency) were used to assess the quality of the new system. Results revealed that the new software provides efficient performance in monitoring overdue balance and out of stock items. The findings of the study leads to the conclusion that embracing technological advancement can improve the whole business operation. Retailers who deal with credit transactions must use the system to have close monitoring of the overdue payments.
Baseline Profitability Index Analysis on the Country’s Attractiveness to Foreign Investment
Authors: Elvira E. Ongy  , Arthur A. Varron  , Ernesto F. Bulayog
Published: November 2023

This study asserted that a country’s attractiveness to foreign investments is affected by different factors which include corruption level, physical security, capital control, economic growth, expropriation by government, exploitation by local partners, financial stability, and exchange rate. It is based on the concept of Baseline Profitability Index created by Prof. Daniel Altman in 2013. Specifically, this study mainly focused on determining the practices and local policies employed by the countries that are highly attractive to foreign investors. These policies and practices were used as the basis in defining recommendations for policy interventions to address the issues and predicaments of those that lagged behind drawing in more foreign investments. It showed that the country’s attractiveness has significant correlation with corruption, physical security, expropriation, and capital control. Cross-correlation among the factors also demonstrates that corruption, physical security, capital control, economic growth, and government expropriation are significantly interrelated with each other while exchange rate has a significant relationship only with economic growth. Firm’s ability in some countries to evade the capital control was widespread which resulted in increased corruption and lowered economic efficiency. The insubstantial rule of law remains a powerful deterrent to improving economic efficiency. Countries that have oppressive legal and regulatory schemes and very low protection on property rights would be less likely to attract more foreign investors. Thus, countries must recognize the importance and real essence of foreign investment as it helps in building global competitiveness of the economy as a source of newly developed technologies, capital, and management expertise.
KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING AND COMMITMENT OF TEACHERS AND STUDENT-TEACHERS ON GLOBAL AND GLOBALIZATION ISSUES
Authors: Francis Ann R. Sy  , Joey A. Caraquil
Published: November 2023

The study intended to determine the levels of knowledge, understanding and commitment of present and future educators on global and globalization issues. The researchers used a quantitative method particularly employing the descriptive-survey design. The respondents of this study were the teachers and student-teachers in the public and private HEIs of Southern Leyte. It was found that both teachers and student-teachers have little knowledge, low level of understanding and commitment to most of the global and globalization issues. This revelation strengthens the need to enhance teachers’ and student-teachers’ awareness on the possible effects of globalization.
Human Development Index (HDI) as a Significant Predictors of Gross Domestic Product
Authors: Rujube N. Hinoguin  , Ruben L. Hinoguin
Published: November 2023

The economists develop the Human Development Index that quantifies health, education and wealth since the Gross Domestic Product represents only the economic growth of the country. This paper attempted to analyze the relationship exists between the GDP per capita and HDI in the Philippines using the Pearson-r Correlation Coefficient and Linear Regression was utilized to understand at what degree and extent the HDI has influenced the GDP. The results showed that there was a very high positive correlation between the GDP and HDI in the Philippines at 1% level of significance. The HDI has a significant effect on the country’s GDP.
Language Alteration in Leyteˇnong Binisaja of the Fifth District of Leyte
Authors: Norlyn L. Borong
Published: November 2023

The study determined the variation of languages in Leyteˇnong Binisaja in the selected towns of the fifth district of Leyte, Philippines using descriptive design. Twenty-five (25) volunteers were recruited from each of the chosen five barangays of each selected town. This recruitment totaled to a number of 125 participants. From the critical investigation made, it was discovered that in the fifth district of Leyte, Leyteˇnong Binisaja has different varieties. There were places where the names and spellings are different but are the same in meaning; some words showed independent and non-independent morphemes; there were structures found namely pronouns, verbal and class, with simple and repeated derivation but did not have a compound words and consisted of the parts of speech according to the content namely noun, verb, pronoun, adjective, adverb, ligature and determiner. It was discovered that the Leyteˇnong Binisaja language consisted of many varieties and its speakers have varied ways of speaking it as well. In this regard, the researchers suggested that more studies should be done on local languages so that these languages can be maintained and can still be recognized by future generations.
Role of Functional Literacy to Productive Employment in the Context of Regional Economies
Authors: Melbert O. Hungo  , Criselyn S. Sescon
Published: November 2023

This paper aimed to explore the factors that closely influence the unemployment rate among regions in the Philippines. This study assumed that the literacy rate, the minimum wage rate, and the population rate affected the unemployment rate. The data were acquired from the National Statistics Authority where literacy rate, minimum wage rate, and population rate were the independent variables and unemployment rate as the dependent variable. The data gathered in this study was taken from the data sets and utilized multiple-regression analysis using Eureqa software. Based on the findings, the closest factor that caused the escalation of the unemployment rate was literacy rate. Therefore, it was concluded that productive employment in some regions was not dependent on literacy rate.
Self-Organizing System of Budgetary Allocation for Food Borne Diseases in the Philippines
Authors: Madelaine S. Dumandan
Published: November 2023

The food system is one of the complex systems that require a theoretic perspective. The core objective of the study was to identify an emergent feature described by the variables: total foodborne diseases, and health care expenditure in the 16 regions of the Philippines. This study employed the descriptive-analytic research, utilized data mining, factor analysis, cluster analysis, and complex adaptive systems. Factor analysis results revealed that the factor or feature outlines a foodborne disease allocation. Two clusters were generated using cluster analysis. The first cluster comprised regions with foodborne diseases ranging from 212-890 incidences, and the second cluster contained regions with 1338 to 4770 foodborne disease cases. National Capital Region (NCR), MIMAROPA, Regions 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, and 11 belonged to the cluster with lower incidences of foodborne diseases. These regions also had high positive synergy. Results also revealed that Regions 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 12, CAR, and CARAGA had higher foodborne disease cases which correspondingly showed extensive distinctions among regions. The emerging pattern appeared to be random albeit cyclical in nature with no upward nor downward drift. This demonstrated an amplitude and slight upward drift as well. To sum, it was detected that there are two emergent patterns in budgetary allocation for foodborne diseases in the Philippines: those regions for which budgetary allocation for foodborne diseases were not based on actual incidences of the diseases, and those regions for which budgetary allocation were more sensitive to the incidence of foodborne diseases.
HOW INTRINSIC AND EXTRINSIC NON-COGNITIVE FACTORS IMPACT ON SCIENCE PROFICIENCY STUDENTS
Authors: Prose Ivy G. Yepes
Published: November 2023

The biological science performance of the education students of Southern Leyte State University (SLSU), Philippines was assessed using a quantitative method of research. The study looked into the students’ performance level and their science skills proficiency. Moreover, the researcher determined whether the students’ biological science is influenced by their learning styles; reading strategies; their problem solving meta-levels; their teachers’ teaching styles and the mismatches in the biological science classrooms. The students had a generally low performance in biological science particularly in the higher order thinking skills of comprehension, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, which were significantly affected by their sensing/intuitive and sequential/global learning styles, their problem solving meta-level processes, and the teaching-learning style matching. Research findings revealed that the biological science students’ performance is indeed reliant on their learning style preferences, and their problem-solving meta-level processes. In addition, students’ performance is greatly affected when there are mismatches in the teaching and learning styles.
Global Diffusion of Technologies from China and the United States of America
Authors: Catherine M. Garcia
Published: November 2023

International trade helps facilitate the diffusion of technologies across boundaries. Through exports, a technology from an innovation country is transmitted to a consuming country which translates to economic growth. To improve exports, governments resort to trade protectionism, trade agreements, and currency devaluation. When a country employs a combination of the methods beyond moderation, it will lead to a trade war, as with the case of China and the United States of America. This study used the Bass Model to estimate the rate of technology diffusion and the saturation level between the two countries to get a picture of which country would ultimately dominate global trade. The results show that while the U.S. initially dominated international trade, China’s high imitation parameter and shorter time to saturation point will allow it to dominate in the long run.
The Utilization of Mother Tongue in Teaching Young Learners: Its Implications to Pre-Service Teachers
Authors: Elvira B. Sumbalan  , Maria Zaida. D. Caterial  , Ruby. T.N. Jimeno  , Chiza. T. Balane
Published: November 2023

This study ascertained the implications of the utilization of mother tongue as a medium of instruction to the pre-service teachers in teaching mathematics and science to Grade 3 learners. The study was conducted at Bukidnon State University Elementary Laboratory School during the SY 2014-2015. It utilized the descriptive method. The result revealed that learners performed well when the medium of instruction used in teaching science and mathematics was English. Therefore, Grade 3 learners achieved high score in Science and Mathematics subjects when they are taught using the English language as the medium of instruction. This result implies that English language is the preferred medium of instruction of the Grade 3 learners and that in-service teachers should encourage the pre-service teachers to utilize English as the medium of instruction when teaching science and mathematics to young learners, or should also consider the language of the learners when they teach these tool subjects during their practice teaching.
Inclusive Education Practices of Non-SpEd Teachers for Mainstreamed Children with Special Needs
Authors: Ma. Jovilla T. Palanca  , Mirasol A. Arguilles  , Nonilon B. Consul  , Melbert O. Hungo
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to investigate and narrate non-SpEd teachers’ inclusive education practices for mainstreamed children with special needs. This paper utilized a phenomenological study participated by purposively sampled 21 non-SpEd teachers who best met the purpose of the study. Data gathered were analyzed through thematic analysis. Five of the common, inclusive education practices were found: (1) providing extra time to complete the required task, (2) allowing students to take tests in a different setting, (3) structuring classroom such that students with special needs sit where they learn best, (4) structuring activities and experiences, and (5) giving students alternate projects or assignment. Thus, non-SpEd teachers employed common yet fundamental inclusive education practices in handling mainstreamed children with special needs. Therefore, these practices are not enough to accommodate the needs of diverse learners appropriately.
Inventory and Awareness on Land Use Management Policies in Southern Leyte, Philippines
Authors: Beatriz C. Jadina  , Meriza M. Saga
Published: November 2023

Current problems in land degradation throughout the country are serious manifestations of improper land use. This study sought to inventory national laws and local ordinances related to land use management; determine the sources and the process of information flow of policies from the Local Government Units (LGU) to the people in the community; assess the awareness and acceptability of enacted ordinances; and recommend policies for appropriate action by Southern Leyte local government units. The Internet is the source of downloaded secondary data on environmental laws and the survey questionnaire and conversational interviews conducted produced the primary data. There were 17 national laws and seven ordinances inventoried in this study. Respondents had the highest awareness (53.33 %) on RA 9003 (Solid Waste Management Act); 52.00% for RA 3844 (An Act to Ordain the Agricultural Reform Code and to Institute Land Reforms in the Philippines) and RA 7907 (An amendment of RA 3844); the rest of the laws had below 50% awareness level. Moreover, the respondents got the highest awareness (54.67%) on Ordinance No. 2007-04, a regulation for the taking, removal and disposition of quarry resources while the rest had below 50% level. Further study to determine enforceability and impacts of the different environmental laws for environmental protection and conservation is recommended.
Scoping Review on the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) in the Philippines
Authors: Joy A. Bellen  , Jose Celso S. Perez, Jr.  , Arlee Jen C. Avellana  , Andrea Marie F. Borneo
Published: November 2023

Licensure examination is a tool used to determine who among the examinees is equipped with the minimum knowledge or expertise to competently carry out the functions of a teacher. While studies on licensure examination for teachers (LET) are available, synthesis using scoping reviews has not yet been conducted. Using Arksey and O’Malley’s (2005) scoping review framework, results indicate that (1) descriptive-correlational method and documentary analysis were commonly used to study the LET, (2) the trends in the scope focus on finding the relationship or correlation of potential predictive factors of the performance of BEEd and BSEd graduates, (3) the bulk of the research focused on academic achievement as a major predictive factor for LET performance, and 4) studies proposed suggestions or interventions to boost licensure performance of the teaching education institutions. Recommendations are given based on the themes uncovered from included studies, particularly the utilization of other research methodologies to further study and analyze LET results.
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSESSMENT OF TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION ( TLE ) PROGRAM
Authors: Vangilit G. Retome  , Nonita C. Estrella  , Gary C. Garcia  , Imelda B. Yaoyao  , Dominador Granada
Published: November 2023

The study was conducted to assess the TLE program instruction of Southern Leyte State University-San Juan campus. It tried to evaluate the attitude of TLE teachers towards work, students’ personal view about the course, and the physical and learning environment of the school in relation to the TLE program. Results showed that most of the teachers who are teaching TLE are about to retire. The attitudes of TLE teachers toward the program are moderately positive while the students’ personal view toward the course are moderately low. Both teachers and students believed that the school needs to update instructional materials, tools and equipment, and improve classrooms particularly the home technology building.
THE USE OF AN INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE FOR DIVERSE LEARNING STYLES IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE INSTRUCTION
Authors: Prose Ivy G. Yepes
Published: November 2023

This study evaluated the effects of using an “Instructional Guide for Diverse Learning Styles” on the biological science students’ performance. Results revealed that mismatches exist in the biological science classrooms however with the use of the instructional guide, a highly significant pre-post mean difference in the students’ achievement test was obtained. This implies that the instructional guide for diverse learning styles is found effective as evidenced by the improved students’ academic performance. Anchored on Herzberg’s Content Theory on Motivation, this study concludes that when an individual’s needs are identified and satisfied, motivation is improved resulting to an improved performance.
Do Social Agencies Increase English Language Proficiency?
Authors: Hermabeth O. Bendulo  , Erlinda D.Tibus
Published: November 2023

The globalization advances explicitly affirm the demand of a high, if not a good English language proficiency in the fields of business, economics, commerce, science, trade, technology, education, entertainment, among others. This study investigated the social agencies within the context of income, education, and economic opportunities, and their association to English Language Proficiency (ELP). This study utilized a descriptive-correlational design, which described the social agencies that pose positive effect to the English language proficiency (ELP) using big data analytics. Data included are data sets for access to basic knowledge (ABK), Gross National Income (GNI), employment in services (SE), mean years of stay in school (MYSS), education spending, and ELP, which were extracted from online databank allowing public access. Findings revealed that ABK, MYSS, and ES for both developed and developing countries contribute to the increase in the English language proficiency while, GNI per capita does not. The findings suggested that some social agencies, such as access to fundamental education (AFE), (MYSS) and job prospects, are elements of a country’s projects aimed at enhancing English language skills. Furthermore, MYSS provides substantial input for developing nations to raise the number of years as they initiate substantial steps towards growing possibilities for labor and revenue. An incremental benefit could be felt as education grows with experience, which could also have a positive effect to income. Further studies are recommended to investigate on other variables within social agencies which may pose positive influence to English language proficiency.
ASSESSING THE FACULTY PERFORMANCE EVALUATION INSTRUMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Authors: Francis Ann R. Sy
Published: November 2023

Academic institutions need to examine regularly the performance of their faculty not only to make certain that students are getting the most excellent learning but also to meet the quality of education the school desires. Relative to the success of the evaluation process is the evaluation tool itself. This study aimed to find out the commonalities and differences of the evaluation tools of SUCs in Leyte provinces in Region 8, assess the evaluation tools against the Stufflebeam standard and the extent of faculty’s support to the items of the different tools. The study utilized the focus group discussion, interviews and site visits to support the quantitative findings. The results led to a conclusion that the performance evaluation tools have commonalities and differences unique to their respective institutional goals. Despite those differences, their evaluation tools passed the criteria of Stufflebeam. Based on that theory, majority of the SUCs in Leyte provinces fall short on the involvement of the faculty in the formulation of the tool, thereby causing problems.
The Complexity of Global Tourism and Greenhouse Gases
Authors: Jomarie C. Salar  , Emil Martin N. Pelias
Published: November 2023

This study investigates the complexity of global tourism (tourism arrivals and tourism departures) of 93 countries by considering the greenhouse gases characteristics (carbon dioxide emission, nitrous oxide, methane, and fluorinated gas) in 2012 using a complex adaptive system approach. The results of the study indicated that greenhouse gases characteristics and global tourism interact in a nonlinear manner. Results showed that the indices of global tourism are unpredictable for a certain period, and in the long run, will drop down to zero once the greenhouse gases characteristics reach its maximum for the low-income and lower middle-income countries. However, in highly developed countries, the level of greenhouse gases characteristics does not matter to global tourism. Global tourism is not dependent on how high or low the greenhouse gases characteristics of highly developed countries are, which implies that other factors have influenced the global tourism of these countries even if the greenhouse gases characteristics are high. It is suggested that the governments in low income and lower-middle-income countries which significantly rely on tourism should be responsive by inventing and adopting green technology, promoting eco-friendly operation and adopting sustainable tourism to protect the environment and promote renewable energy which will help lessen the greenhouse gases emitted by various production industries.
Diffusion of Technological Innovations and its Effect on Carbon Dioxide Emissions
Authors: Adel Grace P. Gaudicos  , Rujube N. Hinoguin
Published: November 2023

The present study investigated the dispersion of technological innovations using diffusion analysis. A massive dataset on the technological innovations and carbon dioxide emissions from the year 2010 to 2018 was obtained globally for increased validity and effect. The study involved 193 countries. Additionally, the regression analysis was done to examine the effect of technological innovations on carbon dioxide emissions. The evidence suggested that wealthy nations are more privileged in generating technology. The type of invention would either have resulted in a decrease or increase in carbon dioxide emissions, and the rise could be due to the rebound effect. Thus, the government should consider the risks and benefits associated with technological innovations and make sure that the identified benefits outweigh the risks.
Measures to reduce the arrears of social insurance in Vinh Long Province
Authors:   UEH University, Tran Cuc Hong Thi , Truong Nhi Thi ,   UEH University
Published: November 2023

The article assesses the current status of social insurance arrears of enterprises in Vinh Long province in the period from 2018 to 2022. Based on secondary data published from the agency management of social insurance in Vinh Long province, conducting in- depth interviews and discussions with experts in the social insurance industry, making statistics, comparing, analyzing, assessing the current situation, and determining the causes leading to arrears of social insurance of the province enterprises. From there, propose a number of solutions to improve the management and reduce the arrears of social insurance in Vinh Long province in the coming time.
Prospect of an international financial center for HCMC
Authors:   HCMC University of Economics and Finance, Nguyen Anh Le , Vu Tung Thanh ,   HCMC University of Finance - Marketing
Published: November 2023

The goal of promoting the strengths of Ho Chi Minh City, which is considered as a special urban area, and the prospect of an international finance center for Ho Chi Minh City will come true if they are supported by a developing and integrated market economy. Therefore, Ho Chi Minh City economic structure need to be adjusted towards suitable modernization. Accordingly, it is to implement effective solutions for exploiting financial resources to constitute a corresponding financial center, along with flexible and sensitive uses of relevant regulatory tools. It should also be emphasized that the success of the above idea cannot be made without an effective economic policy that creates a breakthrough for the process.
Banking competition in Vietnam: Are there many differences between measures?
Authors:   Bac Lieu University, Le Nhu Huynh , Trinh Luc Huu ,   Bac Lieu University
Published: November 2023

The study aimed to measure the factors affecting banking competition in Vietnam through competitive efficiency is proposed by (Bolt & Humphrey, 2010, 2015a, 2015b). Through secondary data collected from 19 commercial banks in Vietnam in the period 2011-2021, with data processing method through SFA method to estimate competitive efficiency indicators. Then, using the D-GMM model for both the competitive efficiency method and the Lerner index to examine the correlation between the two measures. The research results show that there is still a small difference between the two measures, which is reflected in the existence of three factors with inconsistent results including the ratio of equity to total assets, market capitalization market and banking market share. The research results also suggest that factors such as Net Profit to Total Assets Ratio, Bank Size, Annual GDP Growth Rate, Annual Inflation Rate, Market Concentration Index, Revenue Fees and credit risks have an impact on banking competition in Vietnam.