bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Impact of External Outsourcing of Internal Audit
on The Quality of External Audit - A Field Study
Authors: Bashir Idris Elbashir Elfatih , Bakri Agib Babiker Bashir , Elhassan Mansour Fatehaerrhman
Published: October 2023

The study dealt with the impact of external outsourcing of internal audit on the quality of external audit in a field study. The study aimed to identify the concept and importance of external outsourcing for internal auditing, and to identify the concept and importance of the quality of external audit. The problem of the study was represented by the business establishments' lack of interest in qualifying and developing the employees of the Internal Audit Department, which results in the adoption of the establishments management to perform these tasks from an external source. The study reached results, the most prominent of which is the benefit of business establishments from the expertise of external parties by allowing the outsourcing process in its various branches (total, partial, joint) to them. The study recommended the need for academic and professional bodies to hold seminars and training courses regarding attribution in its various branches to clarify its advantages and the possibility of benefiting from it.
Keywords: Outsourcing of the internal audit, Full-Outsourcing, Partial-Outsourcing, Partnering/Co-sourcing, Quality of external audit.
Fiqh Muamalah Drugs in Shari’ah Perspective
Authors: Salsabilaa Maisyarah , Asmuni  , Soemitra Andri
Published: October 2023

Recently, there have been pros and cons about using one of the vaccines, namely the Measle-Rubella vaccine. The results of the examination carried out by LPPOM MUI, this vaccine was positive for containing pork. One of the fatwas regarding halal certification is fatwa number 02 of 2021 concerning Covid-19 Vaccine Products from Sinovac Life Sciences CO.LTD. China and PT. Bio Farma (Persero). This current study will group the topics of fiqh muamalah research on drugs to find out the existing research map. By using qualitative research with analysis content and focus discussion groups with economists, the articles used are 17 articles published in journals in Indonesia from 2018 to 2021, the topic of this muamalah fiqh research consists of 4 topics, namely 1) Maqasid shariah against MUI Fatwa Number 02 of 2021, MUI Fatwa Number 33 of 2018, and MUI Fatwa No. 04 of 2016; 2) Public perception of the use of the measles rubella vaccine; 3) The use of vaccines as an alternative treatment in the perspective of sharia law; and 4) Health services in an Islamic perspective. Some topics that are suggested for further research include further deepening or collecting DSN fatwas related to the use of vaccines.
Keywords: Muamalah Fiqh, Medicine, Sharia, Halal
Analisis Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Struktur Modal Pada Perusahaan Manufaktur Yang Terdaftar Di Bursa Efek Indonesia
Authors: Awalsidik Nur
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menemukan bukti empiris faktor-faktor yang memengaruhi struktur modal pada perusahaan manufaktur yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2012-2016. Variabel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah struktur aktiva, profitabilitas, ukuran perusahaan, dan struktur modal. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian asosiatif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah semua perusahaan manufaktur yang sudah dan masih terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2012-2016. Sampel diambil dengan menggunakan metode purposive sampling. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah semua perusahaan manufaktur yang sudah dan masih terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2012-2016. Dari populasi sebanyak 142 perusahaan manufaktur diperoleh 20 perusahaan manufaktur sebagai sampel dengan periode pengamatan selama 5 tahun (2012-2016). Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan analisis regresi linier berganda. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data disimpulkan bahwa Struktur aktiva tidak berpengaruh terhadap struktur modal, hal ini dibuktikan dengan nilai t hitung sebesar -0,269 dan signifikansi sebesar 0,789. Profitabilitas berpengaruh negatif, hal ini dibuktikan dengan nilai t hitung sebesar -2,980 dan signifikansi sebesar 0,004. Ukuran perusahaan berpengaruh positif, hal ini dibuktikan dengan nilai t hitung sebesar 3,344 dan signifikansi sebesar 0,001. Nilai R2 pada penelitian ini diperoleh sebesar 0,192. Menunjukkan bahwa struktur modal dipengaruhi oleh struktur aktiva, profitabilitas (ROA), dan ukuran perusahaan sebesar 19,2% sedangkan sisanya 80,8% dipengaruhi oleh faktor yang lain yang tidak diteliti dalam penelitian ini
Pembimbingan Penulisan Artikel Ilmiah Bereputasi Bagi Dosen dan Mahasiswa Se-Kota Pekanbaru
Authors: Taslim Rika , Novita Rice , Kharisma Oktaf Brillian , Mustakim Mustakim , Pahlevi Farhan Dio
Published: October 2023

Dosen selain mengajar mata kuliah di kampus, juga melakukan penelitian untuk mewujudkan Tri Darma Perguruan tinggi disamping pengabdian dan pengajaran. Peranan dalam perwujudan Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi salah satunya adalah dengan menggiatkan kemampuan menulis dan mendorong pelaksanaan publikasi ilmiah. Publikasi dosen yang berada di Provinsi Riau, masih jauh lebih rendah apabila dibandingkan dengan beberapa Universitas ternama di Indonesia, salah satunya adalah Universitas Indonesia. Dalam dokumen publikasi Sinta, kualitas Dosen yang ada di Riau perlu ditingkatkan dalam hal publikasi ilmiah. Untuk itu diperlukan suatu panduan atau bimbingan teknis dalam penulisan karya tulis ilmiah bagi Mahasiwa, baik Mahasiswa jenjang Diploma, S1, S2, maupun S3 serta Dosen. Berdasarkan hasil dari evaluasi dari kuesioner, peserta kegiatan terdiri dari Mahasiswa 15 Orang, guru 1 Orang dan Dosen 24 Orang yang berasal dari institusi-institusi lain yang ada di Riau lebih dari 85% dapat mengikuti dengan baik, lebih dari 95% mudah dan memahami materi yang disampaikan serta lebih dari 90% memiliki hasil akhir sesuai harapan.
Pelatihan Membangun Website E-Commerce di Kelurahan Grogol Selatan
Authors: Safrizal Safrizal , Kurniawan T. Adi , Zuli Faizal
Published: October 2023

Pelatihan membangun website e-commerce dengan weebly.com di kelurahan grogol selatan. Melatih 13 orang warga karang taruna untuk memasarkan produk kreatif. Selama ini warga karang taruna grogol selatan memasarkan produk kreatifnya memanfaatkan media sosial. Media sosial yang digunakan antara lain facebook, instagram. Produk kreatif yag ditawarkan yaitu makanan, minuman, pakaian dan mainan. Metode yang digunakan pada pengabdian masyarakat ini mengunakan metode yaitu wawancara, observasi, penyebaran kuisioner, pelatihan dan pengujian kompetensi. Pengujian kompetensi dilakukan dengan pretest dan posttest. Hasil uji kompetensi dengan membandingkan hasil pretest dan posttest. Hasil uji kompetensi menggunakan 7 butir pertanyaan mengenai pemahaman mengenai internet dan aplikasi pembuatan ecommerce. Tingkat pemahaman perserta pelatihan menggunakan kategori yaitu kategori kurang sekali, kurang, cukup, baik dan baik sekali. Hasil uji kompetensi yaitu ada peningkatan kemampuan dari perserta. Peserta yang memiliki kemampuan kurang sekali menjadi memiliki kemampuan cukup, baik sampai baik sekali. Hasil uji kompetensi peserta pelatihan pada pertanyaan pertama sampai dengan pertanyaan ketujuh dijelaskan pada tabel uji kompetensi. Dengan pelatihan website ini peserta memiliki kemampuan membuat website ecommerce untuk memasarkan produk kreatifnya. Selain memasarkan menggunakan media sosial. Untuk evaluasi hasil pembuatan web agar efektif diperlukan pelatihan selanjutnya agar mendapat masukan dari peserta dan dari pembeli.
Prediction of Social Media Addiction Among Female Adolescents Based on Parent-Adolescent Conflict and Parental Psychological Control
Authors: Khodarahmi Elham , Amanelahi Abbas , Abaspour Zabihollah
Published: October 2023

Background: Conflictual parent-adolescent interactions and parental psychological control to limit adolescents’ activities make them avoid their parents and then try to fill this emotional gap in other settings such as social media and networks. Objectives: The present study aimed to predict social media addiction among female adolescents based on parent-adolescent conflict and parental psychological control. Materials and Methods: Participants in this study were 412 female adolescents in Ahvaz city, who were divided into two groups: (1) with social media addiction (206 persons); and (2) without social media addiction (206 persons). The participants completed the Social Media Addiction Scale, Parent-Adolescent Conflict Scale, and Psychological Control Scale-Youth Self-Report. The data were analyzed with SPSS 25 software. Results: Discriminant analysis showed that the levels of parent-adolescent conflict (conflict with the father and mother) and parental psychological control were significantly different between the two groups of adolescents (i.e., with and without social media addiction). Furthermore, parent-adolescent conflict and parental psychological control, either alone or together, could predict social media addiction among adolescents. Conclusions: Conflict between parents and adolescents and parental psychological control can gradually push adolescents toward addiction to social media. Accordingly, it is important to pay attention to parent-adolescent conflict and parental psychological control in order to prevent social media addiction among adolescents.
The Effect of Cognitive Behavioral Group Therapy on the Improvement of Postmenopausal Women’s Body Image: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Authors: Hosseini Marziyeh , Javadifar Nahid , Saki Malehi Amal , Behroozi Nasser
Published: October 2023

Background: The physiological changes in postmenopausal women, especially age-related physical changes, may lead to negative experiences in body image among these women. Objectives: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral group therapy on the negative body image of postmenopausal women. Methods: This parallel randomized clinical trial study was conducted on 22 eligible postmenopausal women attending a health care center in Ahvaz, Iran, in 2018. They were randomly selected and assigned to intervention and control groups (n = 11 per group). The intervention group attended eight 90-minute sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) based on the Cash 8-step model. All participants completed the body image concern inventory (BICI) and Multidimensional Body-Self Relations Questionnaire (MBSRQ) before, immediately after, and 1 month after the intervention. The chi-square test, independent t-test, and repeated measures test were used to investigate the trend of changes in BICI and MBSRQ and their domains over time in both groups. P values less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant for all tests. Results: Before the intervention, there were no statistically significant differences in demographic characteristics (such as age, age of menopause, and body mass index (BMI)) between the 2 groups; also, there were no statistically significant differences in the mean scores of MBSRQ and BICI between the 2 groups (P < 0.05). After the intervention, a significant increase was observed in the mean scores of MBSRQ and its 3 out of 6 domains (appearance evaluation (AE), appearance orientation (AO), and body areas satisfaction (BAS); P < 0.05), while a significant decrease was observed in the mean scores of BICI in the intervention group compared with the control group (P < 0.05). Conclusions: Cognitive behavioral group therapy based on the Cash 8-step model in postmenopausal women can promote satisfaction with their body image.
INVESTIGATION OF THE STABILITY OF THE WALLS OF HORIZONTAL WELLS
Authors: Orujov Y.A., , Ibrahimov Sh.H.
Published: October 2023

In presented work determine the dependence of the allowable wellhead pressure during the drilling of horizontal wells on the depth of drilling and the mechanical properties of the rocks, which ensures the stability of the walls of the wells and the circulation of the drilling fluid
Les Britanniques et les débuts du rugby en France
Authors: Bourmaud François
Published: October 2023

Alors que le rugby a connu une diffusion mondiale limitée, l’Hexagone a embrassé ce sport avec enthousiasme. Cette acculturation réussie s’explique en grande partie par les étroites relations tissées entre pratiquants français et britanniques. L’article tente d’analyser ce transfert culturel en revenant sur les premiers joueurs « anglais » des années 1860-1880, puis sur les processus d’ouverture aux autochtones. La transmission du feu sacré est suivie d’une forme de tutelle britannique jusqu’en 1914 : des joueurs, des entraîneurs et des équipes franchissent la Manche et permettent aux pratiquants français de capter les principales évolutions techniques et tactiques d’Albion. Cette relation spéciale trouve sa consécration dans la première participation du XV tricolore au Tournoi des Cinq Nations en 1910.
« La balle dans l’aile, la mort est belle »
Authors: Morata Camille
Published: October 2023

Le rugby est le sport collectif que l’on a sans doute le plus assimilé à la guerre. Les rugbymen français ont payé un lourd tribut pendant la Première Guerre mondiale. Dès les années du conflit les clubs ont lancé des souscriptions pour édifier des monuments funéraires mêlant attributs militaires et sportifs. Au son des fanfares, leur inauguration mobilise les notabilités politiques et la communauté sportive. La célébration des disparus se fait aussi par l’organisation de matchs de rugby, des banquets au cours desquels les adversaires d’hier se réconcilient. Le culte mémoriel des rugbymen est aussi célébré dans le monde anglosaxon à l’image de Dave Gallaher, premier capitaine des All Blacks mort à Passchendaele. Le rugby à XV n’eut pas l’exclusivité de ces célébrations mémorielles que l’on retrouve dans le XIII et jusque dans le football australien.
John Bull, Marianne et le ballon ovale
Authors: Collins Tony
Published: October 2023

Le rugby a représenté un aspect non-négligeable des relations franco-britanniques tout au long du vingtième siècle. Ces relations sportives n’ont pas été de tout repos et ont porté les préjugés construits depuis la fin du xviiie siècle par les guerres entre les deux nations. Dès les années 1910-1920, les rugby unions britanniques font valoir de nombreux griefs à l’égard du rugby français. Les rugbymen français seraient soumis à leurs passions, brutaux et, surtout, pratiqueraient de manière presque ouverte le professionnalisme. Ces accusations provoquent l’éviction du quinze de France du Tournoi des Cinq nations en 1931. L’une des conséquences de cette exclusion est le développement du rugby à XIII en France. Malgré le retour des Bleus dans le Tournoi en 1947, les préjugés ont la vie dure mais le dirigeant français René Crabos évite habilement une nouvelle rupture. Désormais, les relations franco-britanniques en matière de rugby sont caractérisées par le déni et le partage d’intérêts bien compris.
Un professionnalisme du pauvre ? Le Rugby Club albigeois (XIII) après la Seconde Guerre mondiale
Authors: Conord Fabien
Published: October 2023

Le rugby à XIII a eu une histoire difficile sur le sol français en raison de son professionnalisme ouvert et du combat livré contre lui par le XV. L’exemple du Rugby Club albigeois plusieurs fois champion de France et dont les documents comptables sont conservés aux archives départementales du Tarn permet de comprendre comment ce rugby professionnel fonctionne à l’issue de la Seconde Guerre mondiale. L’essentiel des recettes provient sans surprise de la billetterie et sert surtout à payer le salaire de l’entraîneur et les primes et indemnités des joueurs qui ont aussi un métier. Le recrutement est local et les émoluments versés à l’effectif distinguent peu de vedettes, à l’exception du demi d’ouverture Charles Galaup qui devient en 1972 le conseiller technique du rival quinziste local, le Sporting club albigeois. Outre cette défection, le club albigeois du XIII aura eu à subir l’ostracisme d’une partie de la presse locale notamment la Dépêche du Midi.
Maestri d’oltrealpe ? Les Français et l’histoire du rugby italien
Authors: Lucchese Elvis
Published: October 2023

Dans les années 1930, les entraîneurs français ont joué un rôle important dans le développement du rugby italien avec notamment Julien Saby qui devient l’entraîneur des Amatori Milano et de l’équipe nationale. Les tensions internationales mettent fin à partir de 1938 à ce magistère qui reprend à partir des années 1950. Saby revient en Italie à Rovigo et forme de nombreux joueurs et entraîneurs italiens autour d’un rugby de conquête et de possession. Dans les années 1970, Pierre Villepreux devient un nouveau maestro d’oltrealpe autour d’un rugby de mouvement et de liberté. Saby comme Villepreux veulent ouvrir une voie italienne du rugby. D’autres entraîneurs français font fructifier leur héritage comme Georges Coste, Pierre Berbizier, Jacques Brunel même si l’Italie se tourne aussi vers des entraîneurs de l’hémisphère sud. Ils contribuent à la participation des Azzurri au Tournoi des Six Nation.
VAR, TMO : comparaison sociohistorique de la modernisation de l’arbitrage du football et du rugby au xxie siècle
Authors: Desfontaine Pierrick
Published: October 2023

Cet article a pour objet l’assistance vidéo à l’arbitrage dans le football (VAR). Cette innovation numérique longtemps refusée par les instances fédérales fait partie d’un ensemble de techniques qui sont venues progressivement outiller les arbitres de l’élite française. Cependant, ces évolutions technologiques sont controversées et génèrent différentes justifications. Bien d’autres sports collectifs utilisent des assistances vidéo, notamment chez le proche cousin rugbystique avec le Television Match Official qui semble fonctionner avec moins de controverses que dans le football. Cette contribution à la sociohistoire de l’arbitrage ambitionne de comparer la dynamique d’implémentation de la VAR avec celle du TMO. La méthodologie se concentre sur les stratégies argumentaires des usagers principaux de ces dispositifs : les arbitres de Ligue 1 et de Top 14.
Penggunaan Media Pembelajaran dengan Benda Konkret untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Berhitung pada Peserta Didik Kelas II SDN 187
Authors: Agrini Maihelya , Agustin Firdia Tri
Published: October 2023

Learning is the interaction of students with educators, and learning resources in the learning environment, teachers, students and infrastructure are very important factors. In learning, teachers must create a comfortable learning atmosphere and innovative and fun learning models. However, there are still many problems in learning Mathematics which of course makes students' interest in learning low. This research aims to explore the numeracy skills of Class II students at SDN 187 Teratai. The approach used in this research is a quantitative approach with a Classroom Action Research (PTK) design. The research subjects were class II students at SDN 187 Teratai, totaling 13 students with 5 male students and 8 female students. Meanwhile, there is only 1 class II teacher. Data collection in research uses test and non-test instruments. The non-test consists of observation, documentation and interviews with teachers who teach in class II at SDN 187 Teratai. The data obtained was then analyzed using the stages of data reduction, data description and data verification. The research results showed that students' mathematics learning outcomes had increased by 25%, namely from 60% to 85%. This shows that using concrete object media can improve learning outcomes on entertainment themes for class II students at SD N 187/I Teratai.
Partisipasi Masyarakat dalam Pengelolaan Kebersihan Pantai Gajah di Kelurahan Air Tawar Barat Kecamatan Padang Utara Kota Padang
Authors: Sya’bani Nur , Wilis Ratna
Published: October 2023

This research aims to find out how the community participates in the cleanliness of Gajah Beach, North Padang District, Padang City. The Elephant Beach tourist attraction in Padang City is one of the famous tourist assets in the city of Padang which is visited by many local people and outside the city and must be kept clean. However, what is currently happening is that there are many piles of rubbish scattered and strewn along the beach, thus disrupting the comfort of beach visitors and also disrupting the health of the people around the beach. The research results show that community participation in managing cleanliness at Gajah Beach is divided into three forms, namely financial (money & goods), energy and thoughts/ideas. However, among the three forms of participation, participation in the form of goods and labor is the most dominant given by the community because it is in line with its implementation. This shows that there are still many people who are unable to contribute in the form of money due to income factors, but can participate in the form of labor later in life. form of goods. The factors that influence community participation are awareness factors, age factors, education factors, income/income factors, and lack of public understanding.
Management of Lecturers Performance Assessment Improving The Quality of Higher Education Academic at Syekh Yusuf Islamic University Tangerang
Authors: Sukanti Lina
Published: October 2023

This Research aims to determine the management of lecturer performance appraisal and the steps of lecturer performance in quality improvement. The research method uses a qualitative approach to describe lecturer performance. Data collection techniques through (1). in-depth interviews with the quality assurance unit as the main informant, senior lecturers, and the dean, (2). Observation observing the events at the research location. (3). Documentation studies include meeting notes, photos of activities, lecturers' scientific work, and those related to the research focus. The conclusion is that management of lecturer performance evaluation, including lecturer performance assessment in Teaching, Research, and community service, has been carried out through the stages of planning, organizing, implementing, and supervising. Lecturer performance can improve the quality of Higher Education. Systematic lecturer performance can enhance academic quality. Based on an integrated value data system in the educational section in each semester, with very good accreditation, a cumulative grade point index of 3.5 with lecturer performance fulfilling lecturer certification and available positions. Based on LAM-PT accreditation. That the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education in the English Language Study Program and Economics Education is Very Good, fulfilling the indicators of human resources, education, Research, and community service
Educational Qality Improvement Strategy State MTs Students In Banyumas
Authors: Muflihin Muh. Hizbul
Published: October 2023

The aims of this research are: To find out the strategy for improving the quality of education at MTs Negeri 1 in Banyumas. To find out the factors that support and hinder the improvement of the quality of education. To find out the efforts to overcome obstacles in improving the quality. The research method uses a qualitative approach that describes the phenomena that occur in the Madrasah Tsanawiyah Negeri 1 environment. Data collection techniques are through interviews with teachers and vice principals in curriculum areas and third grade students. The conclusion in improving the quality of MTs Negeri 1 Banyumas is the most basic on two main things, namely the academic and non-academic fields. Factors supporting learning, such as facilities that are quite complete, but still need to be improved in quantity and quality. Efforts made by the head of Madrasah MTs Negeri 1, in improving the quality of education to be able to realize an active, creative, effective and fun learning process, as well as carry out evaluations for continuous improvement. Implications in improving the quality of madrasas, it is necessary to get attention from various parties so that it has an impact on the management of the quality of education. By fulfilling learning facilities, budget allocation can improve the discipline of madrasah management. With a focus on research strategies to improve the quality of MTs Negeri 1, it will have an impact on future researchers to be more in-depth in research, especially in terms of research variables
Handling of Basic Foreign Language Skill Using Al-Qur’an Perspective Audio Lingual Method
Authors: Arfiyah Febriani Nur , Setyawan Aris
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to find out how the concept of handling basic foreign language skills with the audio-lingual method from the Qur'an perspective. The method used in this study is qualitative while the interpretation method used in this dissertation is the maudhu'i interpretation method. The conclusion of this study found that the audio-lingual method from the Qur'an perspective is a method that integrates memorizing vocabulary with methods of teaching pronunciation and teaching repetition of words, listening, speaking, reading, writing, and presenting and internalizing Islamic values in foreign language learning. In addition, this study found that there were 3 fundamental treatments using the audio-lingual method from the Qur'an perspective in the language learning process at school, namely handling at the planning, implementation, and evaluation stages which caused the learning process of foreign languages in schools to become systematic and the results to be achieved are more measurable so that, the relevance of the application of the audio-lingual method from the Qur'an perspective in handling basic foreign language skills in schools in terms of effectiveness, this method is one of the most effective methods because this method does not only address basic language skills but it can also build children's intelligence.
Increasing the Productivity of Public Health Awareness Through Quality Education
Authors: Choirudin  , Arief Hanief , Athar Ismail Muzakir Muhammad , Radiwan  , Kaliwanto Budi , Karnadi
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this article is to understand the importance of improving health awareness through education to achieve a quality and productive society. This article presents a synthesis of various scientific studies examining the impact of health education on increasing health awareness and its implications for society. The research methods used included a descriptive qualitative approach, a literature review, and a document analysis. The results show that health education has a positive impact on behavior change towards a healthy lifestyle, decreased disease burden and health care costs, and improved quality of life and productivity. Challenges in implementing health education in schools were also discussed, along with effective strategies to overcome these challenges. The implications of the findings include the need for educational policies and practices that prioritize health education, integrate it into the curriculum, and provide adequate resources and support for teachers. In addition, the article recommends further research and action, including the evaluation of specific health education interventions, exploration of cultural and contextual factors, and collaboration between stakeholders, to support evidence-based health education initiatives. Overall, improving health awareness through education plays an important role in building a quality and productive society.
Approach to the Management of Thyroid Eye Disease
Authors: Yu Sabrina , Yin Vivian T.
Published: October 2023

Thyroid Eye Disease  (TED), also known as Grave’s orbitopathy, is an autoimmune condition characterized by inflammation of the extraocular muscles, orbital fat and periocular tissues. As the most common orbital disease worldwide, its prevalence is estimated to be between 0.5–2% and it disproportionately affects females 4:1. Although the majority of TED cases occur in patients with Graves’ disease (80–90%), it can also be seen with patients with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (10%), euthyroid individuals (5–10%) and thyroid cancer. At the time of initial Graves’ disease diagnosis, 25% of patients have clinically detectable orbital involvement that is often mild. The natural history of TED typically consists of an initial active inflammatory period lasting 6–36 months, which then plateaus and is followed by a quiescent fibrotic phase with stabilization of disease.
The proliferation of armed vigilante groups in Nigeria: tacit or official endorsement
Authors: Paki Fidelis A. E. , Rufus Anthony
Published: October 2023

This paper examines the proliferation of armed vigilante groups in Nigeria, especially with its tacit or official endorsements by the Federal and State Governments and the general public. In recent times, the activities of armed vigilante groups has sparked a lot of scholarly debates among authors, critics and analysts who tend to question the necessity for the normal security forces to abdicate their duties to alternative organizations in the country. The study used secondary sources of data collection methods, while the general systems theory provided the framework. The result of findings revealed that four different categories of vigilante groups exist in Nigeria, namely the neighborhood or community watch, ethnic vigilante groups, religious vigilante groups and state-sponsored vigilante groups. Despite the obvious shortcomings in their activities, the proliferation of these armed groups has the support of private individuals and public institutions in the country; thereby filling security gaps provided by the inefficient and ineffective policing of regular security forces. Therefore, it was suggested that the capability of the Federal Government to offer security and administer justice to its citizens needs to be improved irrespective of tribe or religious affiliations, provide better security and counter impunity, pursue police reform and bolster judicial capacity to deliver justice without fear or favor, delegate some policing authority to state and local governments, and create legislation to better control vigilante groups and the dangers involved in their operations. Otherwise, armed vigilante groups will continue to proliferate with increased capacity to upset national security systems.
Begging the Question: Judicial Review of Ballot Questions for Referred State Constitutional Amendments in Wisconsin
Authors: Hatridge Taylor A.
Published: October 2023

Among the most powerful instantiations of popular sovereignty is the people’s right to amend their state constitutions. In Wisconsin, the legislature refers proposed state constitutional amendments to the electorate, who decide whether to ratify based on a brief ballot question. Because a single question often cannot inform voters of the scope or import of an amendment with multiple provisions, voter consent to constitutional amendments becomes a legal fiction, especially where ballot questions are vague, incomplete, or misleading. Insufficient ballot questions that obscure or misrepresent the underlying amendment allow the legislature to manipulate the referendum process. This practice erodes popular sovereignty and abrogates constitutional accountability mechanisms. Effective procedural safeguards are thus necessary to legitimize referenda outcomes. However, the Wisconsin Legislature has created few statutory procedural safeguards to ensure accurate, clear, and complete ballot questions. Additionally, the Wisconsin Supreme Court’s inconsistent approach to judicial review of ballot questions renders these limited safeguards largely ineffective. State constitutional amendment epitomizes a high-stakes, lowinformation process. With the proliferation of state constitutional amendments, often involving polarizing and significant policy issues, preserving state constitutions’ structural commitment to popular sovereignty in the referendum process has become increasingly important. State courts can best preserve this commitment by ensuring that legally sufficient ballot language elicits voter consent to the underlying amendment. Because the Wisconsin Constitution requires voter consent to ratify constitutional amendments, the Wisconsin Supreme Court has a constitutional duty to ensure that ballot questions elicit that consent. This Comment argues that rigorous pre-election judicial review of ballot language is imperative to combat legislative subversion of popular sovereignty in Wisconsin’s constitutional amendment process.
Zastosowanie metody wzorca rozwoju Hellwiga do badania sektora kultury w miastach wojewódzkich
Authors: Namyślak Beata
Published: October 2023

The aim of the study is to draw up a ranking of 18 cities on the basis of characteristics related to resources and activities in the field of culture. Calculations were performed for 16 provincial (voivodship) cities and Toruń and Gorzów Wielkopolski. In this calculation method was used Hellwig development pattern. The article consists of two parts: theoretical and empirical. Theoretical part is devoted to the growing role of the cultural sector in the modern economy. The fields included in the cultural sector as well as problems with the financing of culture in the national economy are described.
The impact of Role Conflict on the decrease in Perceived Productivity to the General Practitioner of Type A Hospital in Jakarta
Authors: Ludyani Andi Tendry Dwi , Anindita Rina , Mustikawati Intan Silviana
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study is to explain the impact of transformational leadership and flexible work arrangements. The purpose of this study is to explain the effect of competence and role conflict on perceived productivity with work motivation as an intervening variable for general practitioners at Type A Hospital. Data collection was done using survey methods and online and offline questionnaires. The population in this study were general practitioners at the Type A Special Hospital in West Jakarta, who had been appointed as hospital employees. Instrument test for the validity of the questions and reliability using Product Moment Correlation Coefficient from Pearson and Alpha Cronbach. Data analysis technique is Path Analysis (path analysis). The results of the study show that there is an influence of competence and role conflict on work motivation and perceived productivity. Competence and role conflict through work motivation on perceived productivity. The suggestion from this study is that a leader must be able to inspire and motivate his employees towards the quality of work according to the vision and mission that the Hospital has made in achieving the Hospital's goals to improve the quality of service to patients.
Perceived Organizational Support in Mediating Organizational Climate and Workplace Conflict Against Workplace Deviant Behavior in Type D Hospitals in Konawe Kepulauan
Authors: Fridslan Ulam , Anindita Rina , Mustikawati Intan Silviana
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study is to explain the effect of organizational climate and workplace conflict on workplace deviant behavior through perceived organizational support at Konawe Kepulauan General Hospital. Data collection using survey methods and online questionnaires. The population in this study were Type D Hospital employees in Southeast Sulawesi. Test the instrument for the validity of the questions and reliability as well as data analysis using the partial least squares - structural equation modeling (SEM) method. The results of this study show that there is a negative influence of organizational climate and a positive effect of workplace conflict on workplace deviant behavior. Organizational climate and workplace conflict are mediated by perceived organizational support for workplace deviant behavior. Suggestions from this study are that it is necessary to focus group discussions to create mutual trust, choose leaders who are capable in managing differences of opinion and monitor periodic evaluations.
THE ROLE OF TRUST, E-WOM, PERCEPTION OF FUNCTION, SOCIAL MEDIA AS MEDIATORS IN PURCHASE ASSURANCE
Authors: Yudho Purnomo  , M.Zaid Abdurakhman  , Sri Wahyuni
Published: October 2023

Internet is a medium that is not only used for communication but can be used as a shopping medium. Economic development is affected by the development of the internet. Various buying and selling businesses that previously could only be done face-to-face are now very easy and often done via the internet. This internet business is known as a marketplace. Tokopedia has increased from 13.4% in 2019 to 15.8% in 2020 and even increased again to 16.7% in 2021 but is still below Shopee. The data is based on TBI in 2019-2021, market share. This shows that the certainty of users' purchases of Tokopedia has increased. Various efforts were made by the company to increase purchase certainty, including promotion through the role of trust in the existence of e-wom and increasing the perception of function through social media. The sampling technique used is Quota Sampling in this research and took a sample of 95 respondents. The analysis technique uses Path Analysis and data processing using PLS software. Based on research results, it shows that through trust, e-wom and perceived function play a role in the social media marketplace Tokopedia. Then, trust, e-wom, function perception and social media play a role in the certainty of purchasing the marketplace Tokopedia.
Futurity, Books, Marx, Labour
Authors: Eve Martin Paul
Published: October 2023

 This post is a transcript of a talk I gave at the University of Nottingham on the 25th March 2013 for the ECHIC "Beyond the Book" conference.  As I've intimated in other talks that I've been giving recently, when speculating about the “future of X or Y”, I think it's important for us to countenance the potential reasons why things are as they stand at present.
More on new Thomas Pynchon novel, Bleeding Edge
Authors: Eve Martin Paul
Published: October 2023

Brought to my attention by Dave Monroe, from the Pynchon List and culled from the Penguin Press release: There's also a cover image therein: However, there's also a textual excerpt (which looks like the first page): More on new Thomas Pynchon novel, Bleeding Edge was originally published by Martin Paul Eve at Martin Paul Eve on April 17, 2013.
Chaos Computer Club: SIGINT 13 in Köln startet Call for Participation
Authors: Otto Philipp
Published: October 2023

Vom 05. – 07. Juli 2013 findet die vierte Ausgabe der vom Chaos Computer Club (CCC) organisierten Konferenz SIGINT 13 statt. Die Macher der Hacker-Konferenz suchen nun alle Arten der Unterstützung und Beteiligung. Von Freiwilligen, die bei der Durchführung helfen, bis hin zu Vorschlägen für Vorträge oder Projekte, die präsentiert werden können.
Geheimnisvolle Sitzung im Bundestag zum Export von Überwachungstechnologie
Authors: Pachali David
Published: October 2023

Foto: Liamfm, CC BY-SA Am Mittwoch fand im Bundestag eine Anhörung statt, in der die Bundesregierung unter Tagesordnungspunkt 1 über „aktuelle abrüstungspolitische Entwicklungen”, unter Tagesordnungspunkt 2 über den Export deutscher Überwachungssoftware berichtete.
Crowdfunding: „iPhone China“ – ein Filmprojekt über Apple und China
Authors: Otto Philipp
Published: October 2023

Der Filmemacher Christian von Borries stellt die Systemfrage: „Stellen wir uns vor, Apple wäre ein Staat – würde man lieber in Apple oder lieber in China leben?” In einem dokumentarischen Essayfilm geht er der dahinterliegenden Frage nach, ob Staaten wie Unternehmen oder Unternehmen wie Staaten geführt werden. Das Rohmaterial wurde in den USA, in Frankreich, Deutschland und China gedreht. Nun geht es darum, den Film fertig zu stellen.
Einladung: Diskussionsabend mit Techdirt-CEO Mike Masnick
Authors: iRights.info Redaktion
Published: October 2023

Der CEO und Gründer des renommierten amerikanischen Technologie-Blogs Techdirt Mike Masnick kommt nach Berlin. Am 25. April ab 19 Uhr gibt es die Möglichkeit mit ihm über den digitalen Wandel in der Kreativindustrie zu diskutieren.
Bundestag beschließt Schutzfristverlängerung für Tonaufnahmen
Authors: Pachali David
Published: October 2023

Der Bundestag hat gestern Nacht die Schutzfristverlängerung für Tonaufnahmen beschlossen. Der Gesetzentwurf (1,2), der eine EU-Richtlinie umsetzt und die Schutzdauer auf 70 statt bisher 50 Jahre anhebt, wurde mit den Stimmen der Koalition und der Grünen beschlossen. Die SPD enthielt sich, die Linke stimmte dagegen.
Science Europe denounces ‘hybrid’ Open Access [another repost]
Authors: Mounce Ross
Published: October 2023

This is a re-post, originally first blogged by myself on the Open Knowledge Foundation main blog here

Recently Science Europe published a clear and concise position statement titled:

Principles on the Transition to Open Access to Research Publications

This is an extremely timely & important document that clarifies what governments and research funders should expect during the transition to open access.
Nilai-Nilai Pendidikan Multikultural Pada Budaya Sakai Sambayan Dalam Menumbuh Kembangkan Sikap Toleransi Masyarakat Lampung Pepadun
Authors: Evan Evan Supriyadi , Rahmat
Published: October 2023

The value of education with a multicultural perspective contained in the Sakai Sambayan culture, is used as a reference to develop the norms of life for the people of Lampung Pepadun in educating the nation's character and creating an attitude of tolerance. This is because of the rapid development of social media or mass media which is almost felt by all groups by providing its own pampering and having an effect on the emergence of a negative culture, lifestyle, individualistic attitude, and a low sense of help. So the Sakai Sambayan culture must be instilled in the minds of every community to form a society that is social and tolerant. This study shows that the values ​​of multicultural education in the Sakai Sambayan culture in developing a tolerance attitude of the people of Lampung Pepadun are: 1) Can increase a sense of unity and integrity, 2) Can strengthen brotherhood ties, 3) Able to create voluntary attitudes, help, and togetherness among community members, 4) Able to ease and accelerate work in the community, and 5) Establish and maintain social relations and harmony among community members. The implications or application of the Sakai Sambayan culture in developing the tolerance attitude of the people of Lampung Pepadun are with the following activities: 1) Hioh sumbay activities, 2) Deliberations to reach consensus, 3) Mutual cooperation activities in the agricultural sector, 4) Activities at weddings, and 5) Activities community (building places of worship and cleaning Tiyuh).
U-FAST Technology – New Materials for Industry
Authors: Karpowicz Damian , Jach Katarzyna , Rosinski Marcin
Published: October 2023

Upgraded field assisted sintering technology become a good alternative for most demanding applications. During the presentation most recent examples of materials made with U-FAST technology will be presented and solutions which allows to compete with other technologies when it comes for cost-effectiveness which in most cases was the biggest disadvantage for U-FAST technology.
KESALAHAN PENYUSUNAN TEKS EDITORIAL SISWA KELAS XII SMA NEGERI 9 MAKASSAR
Authors: R. Chaniago Putri Fadillah Amini , Ramly Ramly , Azis Abdul
Published: October 2023

This study aims to describe the form of spelling, and diction in the preparation of editorial texts prepared by class XII students of SMA Negeri 9 Makassar. This research uses descriptive qualitative research. The data in this study are students' editorial text writings that contain sentence errors in the editorial text structure, namely opinion statement, argumentation, and reaffirmation of opinion. The data source in this study is the results of students' editorial text writing. data analysis is done by data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the study revealed that the analysis of students' editorial text preparation errors was found to be varied which included spelling errors, diction errors and paragraph errors. Spelling errors can be in the form of errors in the use of capital letters, the use of italics, writing derivative words, writing abbreviations and acronyms, using full stops, using commas, using dashes, and writing prepositions. Diction errors are in the form of word accuracy, word rigidity, word simplicity, and word prevalence. Paragraph Errors can be seen from the completeness of the paragraph.
Flexibility and Conversions in New York City's Housing Stock: Building for an Era of Rapid Change
Authors: Ellen Ingrid Gould , Kazis Noah M.
Published: October 2023

Post-COVID, New York City faces reduced demand for commercial space in its central business districts, even as residential demand is resurgent. Just as in past eras of New York’s history, conversion of commercial spaces into housing may help the city adapt to these new market conditions and provide an additional pathway for producing badly needed housing. If 10 percent of office and hotel spaces were converted to residential use, around 75,000 homes would be created, concentrated in Midtown Manhattan. However, there are considerable obstacles to such conversions, including a slew of regulatory barriers. Allowing greater flexibility in building uses—including by reducing the distinction between short- and long-term use and rethinking the separation of uses embedded in the city’s zoning code—could help facilitate these shifts.
The Effects of Learning Method, Motivation, and Self-Discipline on Students’ Retrospective Perceptions of Online Learning
Authors: Eckhaus Eyal , Davidovitch Nitza
Published: October 2023

This article examines, for the first time, the relationship between learning style, motivation, and self-discipline, as factors that affect tertiary students’ perceptions of online learning, from a retrospective perspective. The period between 2019 and 2022 was and remains one in which students are rethinking the components of teaching and learning. In addition, from the learners’ perspective, social, cultural, and technological changes to which they were subject, including substantial changes to learning environments and learning methods, heightened learners’ need to reconsider time planning. This study is based on 1,928 students enrolled in several academic institutions. We used a mixed-methods design for this exploratory research, incorporating qualitative and quantitative analysis, to develop the proposed Online Teaching Recommendations (SOTR) model. We used Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) for goodness-of-fit. Findings indicate that with respect to self-discipline, distractions and interruptions at home hinder students’ online learning, but they do not lower students’ assessments of the quality of online teaching. We may assume that students learn how to integrate online teaching in their everyday lives, and the short-term disadvantage may become a positive experience as students persist in their academic studies. Moreover, online teaching demands students’ self-discipline, which also has no effect on perceived teaching quality. However, students’ motivation declines following online teaching, s does self-discipline, which lowers perceived teaching quality. Students are concerned by the decline in social interactions with their class mates, caused by online learning, but this decline does not adversely affect their learning process. Findings of this study may contribute to improving teaching and learning for students who use digital tools for learning, especially in academic institutions where frontal instruction remains relevant and significant. Findings support the importance of the relationship between students’ learning methods, motivation, and self-discipline, which are factors that affect students’ perceptions of online learning. The question is whether academic instructors should enhance students’ motivation to improve their self-discipline skills or whether these factors are related exclusively to students.