bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Facteurs socioéconomiques et décrochage des études au premier cycle universitaire
Authors: SUEBANG Alex Romeo , MAINGARI Daouda
Published: February 2023

La question du décrochage scolaire au Cameroun n’a jusqu’ici porté que sur les enseignements primaire et secondaire (Ngoufo Yemedi, 2004 ; Noumba, 2008 ; Ntouda Betsogo, 2011). La présente étude s’interroge sur les facteurs pouvant être en relation avec le décrochage des études universitaires dans le pays. Son objectif est donc d’examiner le lien existant entre les facteurs socioéconomiques et le décrochage des études au premier cycle de la FALSH à l’Université de Yaoundé I. L’étude est basée sur un projet de recherche quantitatif faisant appel au questionnaire comme instrument de collecte des données. Les résultats obtenus ont été interprétés à partir de la théorie sociale de Baudelot et Establet (1971) et Mballa Owono (1986) et la théorie économique du capital humain de Becker (1964). Ces résultats montrent l’existence d’une relation entre trois facteurs (niveau d’instruction du père, niveau socioprofessionnel du père, temps passé par l’étudiant dans un emploi rémunéré durant les études par semaine) et le décrochage études au premier cycle de la FALSH à l’Université de Yaoundé I.
Android-IoT Malware Classification and Detection Approach Using Deep URL Features Analysis
Authors: Ullah Farhan , Cheng Xiaochun , Mostarda Leonardo , Jabbar Sohail
Published: February 2023

Currently, malware attacks pose a high risk to compromise the security of Android-IoT apps. These threats have the potential to steal critical information, causing economic, social, and financial harm. Because of their constant availability on the network, Android apps are easily attacked by URL-based traffic. In this paper, an Android malware classification and detection approach using deep and broad URL feature mining is proposed. This study entails the development of a novel traffic data preprocessing and transformation method that can detect malicious apps using network traffic analysis. The encrypted URL-based traffic is mined to decrypt the transmitted data. To extract the sequenced features, the N-gram analysis method is used, and afterward, the singular value decomposition (SVD) method is utilized to reduce the features while preserving the actual semantics. The latent features are extracted using the latent semantic analysis tool. Finally, CNN-LSTM, a multi-view deep learning approach, is designed for effective malware classification and detection.
Knowledge Extraction From National Standards for Natural Resources
Authors: Ban Taiyu , Wang Xiangyu , Wang Xin , Zhu Jiarun , Chen Lvzhou , Fan Yizhan
Published: February 2023

National standards for natural resources (NSNR) plays an important role in promoting efficient use of China's natural resources, which sets standards for many domains such as marine and land resources. Its revision is difficult since standards in different domains may overlap or conflict. To facilitate the revision of NSNR, this paper extracts structural knowledge from the NSNR files to assist its revision. NSNR files are in multi-domain texts, where the traditional knowledge extraction methods could fall short in recalling multi-domain entities. To address this issue, this paper proposes a knowledge extraction method for multi-domain texts, including sub-domain relation discovery (SRD) and domain semantic features fusion (DSFF) module. SRD splits NSNR into sub-domains to facilitate the relation discovery. DSFF integrates relation features in the conditional random field (CRF) model to improve the capability of multi-domain entity recognition. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed method could effectively extract structural knowledge from NSNR.
Research on the Impact of Loyalty Program Information Transparency on Customer Participation Intention with Digital Information
Authors: Xiao Biyan , Liu Yitong , Piao Guofeng , Liu Qingli
Published: February 2023

As market competition intensifies, companies recognize the value of attracting customers to participate in activities and loyalty programs (LPs) that encourage repeat purchases and maintain customer loyalty. Literature on LP design explores the positive impact of program structure and rewards on the acquisition of customers. However, research is lacking on the role of LP information transparency on customer participation intention. This study uses 280 college students in China as the survey object to explore the influence of LP information transparency on willingness to participate in such programs. Using experimental design methods, the authors verify whether the type of merchant and channel customers select affect willingness to participate when customers redeem rewards. This study also explains the internal psychological mechanism of information transparency, merchant and channel types, and customer participation intention from the perspective of perceptual psychological distance in construal level theory (CLT) and the elaboration likelihood model (ELM). Both information visibility and accessibility have a positive impact on customer intention to participate in LPs. When a customer redeems a reward from a LP operator, information visibility has a more positive impact on willingness to participate than redeeming a reward from an alliance partner. Moreover, when a customer redeems a reward from online channels, the positive impact of information accessibility on willingness to participate is greater than redeeming from offline channels. Under the influence of multiple psychological distance effects, the synergistic effect of merchant type and channel type is not significant in the relationship between information transparency and willingness to participate in LPs. This article will provide design strategies and management suggestions for retail managers to attract customers to participate in LPs.
Uveitis-Glaucoma-Hyphaema Syndrome
Authors: Niyadurupola Nuwan
Published: February 2023

No abstract available
Interaction between adenosine diphosphate receptors and protein-kinase C isoforms in platelet adhesion under flow condition
Authors: Shenkman Boris , Budnik Ivan , Einav Yulia
Published: February 2023

Adenosine diphosphate (ADP) receptors and protein-kinase C (PKC) isoforms play different role in platelet activity. In the present study, whole blood platelet adhesion at 200 - 1800 s-1 shear rates was investigated by Impact-R system, measuring percent of surface coverage (SC) by platelets. Gradual heightened shear rate par-alleled increase of platelet adhesion. At relatively low shear (200 and 1000 s-1) blockade of neither P2Y1 receptor nor P2Y12 receptor (by A2P5P and 2MeSAMP, respectively) affected SC. At high shear rate (1800 s-1) reduction of SC was observed by 2MeSAMP. Treatment of blood with PKCδ inhibitor (rottlerin) but not PKCα,β inhibitor (Gö6976) diminished platelet adhe-sion. Among all the agents, only combination of 2MeSAMP and rottlerin used at subthreshold concentrations was able to inhibit platelet adhesion under high shear condition. We suggest that platelet agonist-induced P2Y12 and PKCδ signaling essentially stimulates platelet adhesion under flow condition, the important initiating step of thrombin formation.
Overview of Geo-mapping for Energy and Minerals program surficial geochemistry and indicator-mineral surveys and case studies in northern Canada
Authors: McClenaghan M B , Spirito W A , Day S J A , McCurdy M W , McNeil R J , Adcock S W
Published: February 2023

As part of the Geo-mapping for Energy and Minerals (GEM) program, which ran from 2008 to 2020, the Geological Survey of Canada carried out reconnaissance-scale to deposit-scale geochemical and indicator-mineral surveys and case studies across northern Canada. In
these studies, geochemical methods were used to determine the concentrations of 65 elements in lake-sediment, lake-water, stream-sediment, stream-water, and till samples across approximately 1 000 000 km2 of northern Canada. State-of the-art methods were used to examine the indicator-mineral
signatures identified through regional-scale stream-sediment and till surveys. As a result of this research, areas with anomalous concentrations of elements and/or indicator minerals that are indicative of bedrock mineralization were identified, new mineral exploration models and protocols were
developed, a new generation of geoscientists was trained, and knowledge was transferred to northern communities. The most immediate impact of the GEM surveys has been the stimulation of mineral exploration in Canada's north, with exploration efforts being focused on high mineral-potential areas
identified in GEM regional-scale surveys. Regional- and deposit-scale studies demonstrated how transport data (till geochemistry, indicator minerals) and ice-flow indicator data can be used together to identify and understand complex ice flow and glacial transport. Detailed studies at the Izok Lake,
Pine Point, Strange Lake, and Kiggavik deposits, and across the Great Bear magmatic zone, demonstrate new suites of indicator minerals that can now be used in future reconnaissance- and regional-scale stream-sediment and till surveys across Canada.
Introduction et Sommaire
Authors: McMartin I , Kerr D E , McClenaghan M B , Duk-Rodkin A , Tremblay T , Parent M , Rice J M
Published: February 2023

This Bulletin summarizes surficial geology knowledge and data produced by the Geo-mapping for Energy and Minerals (GEM) program in the last decade, and provides an updated understanding of the nature, distribution, and history of surficial deposits in various
glacial terrain types of Canada's North. The advancement in various aspects of surficial geology and the evolution of certain concepts and methods form the subject of the papers that make up this bulletin. Specifically, the status of surficial geology mapping in northern Canada and the development
of standards to facilitate map release; highlights from selected GEM surficial geochemical and indicator mineral surveys and the establishment of protocols for drift prospecting; and the revised glacial histories and surficial geology in various regions, from the Mackenzie Mountains to the Labrador
coast, are discussed. This introductory paper to Bulletin 611 describes the scope of the publication and provides a summary of major surficial geology contributions to the GEM program in northern Canada. Remaining knowledge gaps and outstanding issues suggest ideas for future research topics and
regions of interest that could inform decisions on mineral exploration and land-use management.
A Cross-Sectional Study to Evaluate the Apron Contamination among Health-Care Professionals of a Rural Tertiary Care Setting
Authors: Boppanna Sri Harsha , Kutikuppala L. V. Simhachalam , Sivaraj Nagarjuna , Raman Kesava Venkata , Radhika B.
Published: February 2023

Background:

Pathogenic microorganisms are ubiquitous, and the potential of transferring harmful microorganisms in hospitals has always been a worry. Many studies have concluded that white coats worn by physicians and nurses, as well as other hospital clothes, may have a role in the transfer of dangerous microorganisms in hospitals. Many types of clothing and equipment, including stethoscopes, otoscopes, thermometers, and physicians’ white coats, have been identified as potentially pathogen-carrying.

Materials and Methods:

This cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care setting, where all participants were informed about the study and offered the option to provide informed consent as well as complete a questionnaire. The participants have accepted and provided informed consent as well as questionnaire. The study comprised 100 aprons from health-care workers (interns, PG students, UG students, and faculty).

Results:

Males and females made up 27% and 73% of the study’s total participants, respectively. Students made up 80% of the participants, whereas professors made up 20%. Only 11% of those who took part in the study had the practice of switching aprons. Distinct species grew in 85% of aprons’ chests, 81% of aprons’ pockets, and 65% of aprons’ sleeves. Gram-positive bacteria were the most common species discovered on aprons. Gram-negative microbes were also identified in small amounts from several aprons.

Conclusion:

Aprons can be a cause of cross-contamination, hence, wearing aprons in nonclinical places such as the cafeteria, classroom, and library should be prohibited to prevent bacterial contamination carried by health-care workers’ aprons.
Pre-diabetes in offspring of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus
Authors: Bute Smita , Raut Sayali , Zingade Urjita
Published: February 2023

Background:

More than 50% of patients with diabetes mellitus in India are unaware about their diabetic status. Pre-diabetes is a potential state for developing diabetes mellitus.

Methods:

The present cross-sectional hospital based observational study aimed to screen apparently healthy offspring of patients known to have type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) in Western Maharashtra region in India. The study was conducted in 187 offspring of T2DM patients between the age group of 18–50 years. Fasting blood glucose levels were tested in all of them.

Results:

Among offspring of T2DM patients, pre-diabetes was documented in 20.9% (14.4% in males, 6.4% in females). In the age group of 41–50 years, pre-diabetes was evident in 27.8% which was high compared with other age groups. Prediabetes among offspring with father with T2DM, mother with T2DM and both parents with T2DM were 10.7%, 30.3% respectively 23.5%.

Conclusions:

Our observations suggest that an association exists between positive family history of T2DM and pre-diabetes in Western Maharashtra. Screening offspring of patients with T2DM may be useful as a public health tool for early detection of T2DM.
A study of the association between virulence factors and antifungal susceptibility profile of Candida species recovered from cases of vulvovaginal candidiasis
Authors: Siddiqui Rafat , Mendiratta Deepak Kumar , Siddiqui Aesha Farheen , Rukadikar Atul
Published: February 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:

The incidence of mycotic infections, especially of Candida, has gradually increased over the past few years. In clinical practice, azoles are the most frequently used antifungal agents and the growing incidence of systemic candidiasis and resistance to antifungals have become a matter of concern worldwide. Virulence factors in Candida spp. may be critical for predicting the response of antifungal drugs.

Objectives:

This study aimed to identify the relationship between virulence factors and the antifungal susceptibility of Candida.

Methodology:

This cross-sectional study was conducted on a sample of 55 Candida strains isolated from vulvovaginal samples of patients in the reproductive age group, presenting with signs and symptoms of vulvovaginitis in a large tertiary care hospital in central India.

Results:

A majority of the Candida were sensitive to three tested drugs (89% to amphotericin B, 76.4% to fluconazole, and 89.1% to voriconazole). Resistance to fluconazole was highest at 16.4%. No significant relationships were identified between antifungal sensitivity of the three azoles with biofilm formation, phospholipase, or proteinase synthesis.

Conclusions:

High level of antifungal resistance to the three antifungals, especially to voriconazole, is worrisome; however, none of the virulence markers have a significant association with antifungal sensitivity of Candida species. This finding rules out the effect of the virulence of the pathogen on drug response.
Association of infant weight at one year of age with the mode of delivery: A case-control study in Primary Health Care Centers, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Authors: Yousuf Aisha , Williams Simon , Mazrouei Kulaithem S. Al
Published: February 2023

ABSTRACT

Objective:

To demonstrate the association between body mass index (BMI) centile at age one year with the mode of delivery and selected maternal and infant variables in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Methods:

A retrospective case-control study where data were collected from the medical records of infants attending Primary Health Centers in 2019. Based on the World Health Organization 2006 growth standard, cases of overweight and obesity (n = 149) were defined as infants with BMI ≥85th centile, whereas controls (n = 434) were infants with a normal BMI between 3rd and <85th centile. Univariate analysis was performed first to compare the distribution of mode of delivery and other covariates between cases and controls. Adjusted odds ratios (adjOR) and 95% confidence interval (95%CI) were calculated by logistic regression.

Results:

The adjOR for infant overweight and obesity at one year of age was 1.53 (95% CI: 1.01, 2.39, P = 0.047) for a cesarean mode of delivery as compared to vaginal delivery. The analysis also showed that the adjOR for infant overweight and obesity was 2.67 (95% CI: 1.22, 5.85, P = 0.014) for having no siblings and 2.20 (95%CI: 1.07, 4.51, P = 0.032) for ≤4 siblings. In contrast, infant overweight and obesity was associated with a lower odds of breastfeeding (adjOR = 0.60; 95%CI: 0.38, 0.92; P = 0.020) and mixed milk feeding (adjOR = 0.36; 95%CI: 0.20, 0.66; P = 0.001).

Conclusion:

In this study, infant overweight and obesity was associated with a greater likelihood of cesarean mode of delivery and having ≤4 siblings. The absence of breastfeeding was also associated with infant overweight and obesity.
Exercise-induced increases in “liver function tests” in a healthy adult male: Is there a knowledge gap in primary care?
Authors: Tiller Nicholas B. , Stringer William W.
Published: February 2023

ABSTRACT

A routine clinical assessment in a 39-year-old male revealed liver function tests at 1.4–2.3 times the normal limit. He was asymptomatic, had no personal/family history of liver disease, and did not drink or use recreational drugs. He was in good physical condition and engaged in regular running and resistance exercise. Negative workup included tests for hepatitis A, B, and C, M-proteins, and antimitochondrial antibodies. Abdominal ultrasound was unremarkable. The patient was referred to a gastroenterologist who ordered repeat liver function tests (LFTs) and a liver biopsy. Before his follow-up assessment the patient abstained from exercise for seven days, after which all LFTs had normalized. The abnormal liver panel was thus likely due to exercise-induced muscle damage and/or changes in hepatocyte membrane permeability. Importantly, the diagnostic pathway did not include any assessment of muscle biomarkers (e.g., creatine kinase) or the patient’s exercise training habits. This case highlights a knowledge gap in primary care regarding the possible causes of LFT abnormalities in young adults.
Early initiation of antenatal care and its associated factors among antenatal care followers at public health facilities in Ambo town administration, Central Ethiopia
Authors: Edessa Akinaw , Dida Nagasa , Teferi Elias
Published: February 2023

ABSTRACT

Background:

Mothers who attend antenatal care (ANC) late miss the opportunity to receive health information, early interventions, and timely referrals, which leads to problems complicating pregnancy and contributes to maternal mortality.

Objective:

This study was conducted to assess early initiation of ANC visit and its associated factors in public health facilities at Ambo town administration, Oromiya regional state, Central Ethiopia, 2018.

Methods:

A total sample of 344 pregnant women who attended their first natal care visit were chosen using a systematic random selection procedure for facility-based cross-sectional research. Data were entered into EpiData Version 3.1. “The EpiData Association” Odense, Denmark (In Danish: EpiData foreningen) and analyzed using IBM SPSS Version 21 - International Business Machines Corporation, (Armonk, New York). Descriptive statistics were applied to describe the magnitude of the variable, and binary and multivariable logistic regression analyses were employed to identify factors associated with the early initiation of ANC visits. Statistically significant association was declared at a 95% confidence interval and P value (<0.05).

Results:

The study revealed that only 30.5% of the study respondents started their first ANC timely. Initiation of early ANC booking was affected by factors like having good knowledge of ANC follow-up (Adjusted odd ratio (AOR) = 2.25, 95% CI: 1.06, 4.78), primigravida (AOR = 2.52, 95% CI: 1.20,5.32), planned pregnancy (AOR = 2.86, 95% CI: 1.05, 7.81), partners whose occupation were merchant (AOR = 3.47, 95% CI: 1.15, 10.46), know the available service on ANC service (AOR = 3.00, 95% CI: 1.31, 6.88), and having advice from health professionals (AOR = 2.27, 95% CI: 1.05, 4.89); all these factors had shown significant association with timing of first ANC.

Conclusion:

Early initiation of first ANC was relatively low in the study area. Planned pregnancy, number of pregnancies, knowledge of ANC follow-up, partner’s occupation, knowing the available service on ANC service, and having advice from health professionals were factors associated with it. To improve the situation, it is important to provide continuous public health education on the importance of early initiation of ANC at public health facilities.
An explicit self-dual construction of complete cotorsion pairs in the relative context
Authors: Positselski Leonid
Published: February 2023

Let

R\rightarrow A

be a homomorphism of associative rings, and let

(\mathcal F,\mathcal{C})

be a hereditary complete cotorsion pair in

R\mathsf{-Mod}

. Let

(\mathcal{F}_A,\mathcal{C}_A)

be the cotorsion pair in

A\mathsf{-Mod}

in which

\mathcal{F}_A

is the class of all left

A

-modules whose underlying

R

-modules belong to

\mathcal F

. Assuming that the

\mathcal F

-resolution dimension of every left

R

-module is finite and the class

\mathcal F

is preserved by the coinduction functor

\operatorname{Hom}_R(A,{-})

, we show that

\mathcal{C}_A

is the class of all direct summands of left

A

-modules finitely (co)filtered by

A

-modules coinduced from

R

-modules from

\mathcal{C}

. Assuming that the class

\mathcal{F}

is closed under countable products and preserved by the functor

\operatorname{Hom}_R(A,{-})

, we prove that

\mathcal{C}_A

is the class of all direct summands of left

A

-modules cofiltered by

A

-modules coinduced from

R

-modules from

\mathcal C

, with the decreasing filtration indexed by the natural numbers. A combined result, based on the assumption that countable products of modules from

\mathcal F

have finite

\mathcal F

-resolution dimension bounded by

k

, involves cofiltrations indexed by the ordinal

\omega+k

. The dual results also hold, provable by the same technique going back to the author's monograph on semi-infinite homological algebra (2010). In addition, we discuss the

n

-cotilting and

n

-tilting cotorsion pairs, for which we obtain better results using a suitable version of a classical Bongartz–Ringel lemma. As an illustration of the main results of the paper, we consider certain cotorsion pairs related to the contraderived and coderived categories of curved DG-modules.
An index of capability for bivariate zero-inflated processes
Authors: Pal Surajit , Gauri Susanta Kumar
Published: February 2023

Rapid technological advancement and implementation of automation and computerization in today's manufacturing set up resulted in many high quality processes, where defects are rarely observed. There are many high quality manufacturing processes where two or more types of defects may be generated from different types of equipment/process problems. The zeroinflated defects data containing two types of defects are commonly modeled by bivariate zero-inflated (BZI) Poisson distribution. Pal and Gauri (2022a) proposed a methodology for measuring capability of a BZI Poisson process. However, they ignored the count of zero defect (ZD) products produced in a BZI process. Because of that, Pal and Gauri (2022a) proposed approach fails to discriminate the BZI processes which produces different proportions of ZD units but having almost the same proportion of nonconforming items with respect to the USL of combined number of defects or USLs of individual defect types. In this paper, a new measure of process capability for BZI processes is proposed that can truly discriminate different BZI processes taking into account the USL of combined number of defects (or USLs of individual defect types) as well as the proportion of ZD units produced in these processes. The proposed methodology is illustrated using two case studies. The results of the case studies show that the proposed index well represents the true capability of BZI processes.
Presumed Consent as an Option to Improve Ethiopian Organ Donation Law
Authors: Kitila Natae Ebba
Published: February 2023

There are two types of legislation underlying organ donation that may be based on presumed consent and expressed consent. In expressed consent, individuals are donors when deceased only if they had registered their consent while alive. In presumed consent, any individual is presumed as a donor when deceased unless “no” is registered. Ethiopia operates under Expressed Consent regime. However, the country is under a severe shortage of organs and tissues for transplantation. One of contributing factors for the shortage relates to the legal regime. Based on qualitative research methodology, I argue in favour of modest legislative modification or the need for policy measures because presumed consent is believed to fill the gap between supply and demand for organ donation.
Tomato plant growth promotion potential of Janibacter sp strain RC18
Authors: Osaro-Matthew R.C. , Ire F.S. , Frank-Peterside N.
Published: February 2023

Actinomycetes are indispensable in the search for novel, potent and eco friendly fertilizers. The aim of this study was to investigate the ability of  Janibacter sp. RC18 to enhance tomato plant growth. Janibacter sp. RC18 isolated from turmeric rhizosphere was screened for in vitro and in vivo plant  growth promoting traits. The in vitro plant growth promotion traits exhibited by the strain were phosphate solubilization and ammonia production. The  strain RC18 inoculated tomato plant recorded significant (P< 0.05) increase in plant height (45.67cm ± 1.5), number of leaves (69.67 ± 3.5), weight (19.40 g  ± 0.53), and high soil phosphate solubilizing bacterial count (7.2x105 CFU/g) compared to the uninoculated control. High endogenous plant nutrient  content N, P, K, (4.4%, 0.8 % and 1.1%) was also obtained with inoculation of Janibacter. Significant (p< 0.01) positive correlation was recorded with  endogenous plant nutrient content and all the plant growth parameters except with the number of flowers. Findings from this study indicate that  Janibacter sp RC18 is a good candidate for bio-inoculant formulation .
Anacardium occidentale (LINN) Stem Bark Extracts: Effects on Poultry Colibacillosis Disease
Authors: Oko A.O. , Okose V. C. , Ekuma E.T.
Published: February 2023

The challenges posed by microbes in poultry industries and the continued search for natural means of combating them inspired this study. The effect of  the stem bark extracts of Anacardium occidentale on avian colibacillosis was investigated. Ethanol and aqueous extracts of the stem bark of A. occidentale  were prepared using standard methods. In vitro antimicrobial activities of the extracts were evaluated against E. coli. Nine groups of 10 broilers (day old  chicks; 48 g – 50 g) each were created and bred for a period of eight weeks. Groups 1 to 3 served as the control, while group 4 to 9 served as the test  groups. Meat quality, biochemical and haematological assessments were done using standard methods. The maximum zone of inhibition observed was  13.0±0.4 mm at 100 % concentration of the ethanol extract. Both extracts were observed to have a bactericidal / bacteriostatic ratio of 2. The extracts  improved the meat quality, blood protein, liver enzymes and renal functions of the broilers compared to the negative control. Again, packed cell volume,  haemoglobin and red blood cell counts were increased by the extracts compared to the negative control. On the whole, the results obtained for the  extracts were not significantly different (p > 0.05) from that of the commercial antibiotics (positive control) results. Therefore, we can infer that crude  extracts of A. occidentale could be used against Colibacillosis disease in place of the conventional commercial antibiotics.
The Influence of Distance Learning and Learner Learning Motivation on English Learning Outcomes in Class IX
Authors: Maulani Tri , Efgivia Mohammad Givi , Arief Zainal Abidin , Hartono Rudi
Published: February 2023

This study uses quantitative research. The goal is to: 1) know the meaning of distance learning towards English learning outcomes, 2) know the learning motivation of students towards English learning outcomes and 3) know the learning strategies of distance learning and student learning motivation towards English learning outcomes. The problems in this study are as follows: 1) is there an influence of distance learning on English learning outcomes? 2) is there an influence of student learning motivation on English learning outcomes? 3) Is there an influence of distance learning and student learning motivation on English learning outcomes? This research method uses the path analysis method.  The sample consisted of 36 learners with random sampling technique.  Data analysis in this study used questionnaires and documentation. Based on the results of data processing, it was obtained that the calculated t value of 4.476 is greater than ttable by 2.037, and it is known to be sig. (0.00) is smaller than the degree of significance (0.05) so H 0 is rejected which means that there is a significant influence between Distance Learning on English learning outcomes. of 2,037 and known sig. (0.00) is smaller than the significance level (0.05) so H0 is rejected which means that there is a significant influence between learning motivation and English learning outcomes. The conclusion of this study is that there isa significant influence of Distance Learning and student learning motivation on English learning outcomes.
Online Learning of Early Childhood Language Development Courses Third Semester Students of the Early Childhood Education Teacher Education Study Program (PGPAUD) STKIP Muhammadiyah Bogor
Authors: Sukrilah Ramadhan , Waspodo Muktiono , Wibowo Sigit , Kurniati Kurniati
Published: February 2023

This study aims to analyze: 1) To analyze the process of developing google classroom learning courses early childhood language development courses third semester students of the Early Childhood Education Teacher Education Study Program (PGPAUD) STKIP Muhammadiyah Bogor. 2) To analyze the feasibility of online learning google classroom The Early Childhood Language Development course based on the ADDIE model is integrated with the PEDATI model for third semester students of the Early Childhood Education Teacher Education Study Program (PGPAUD) STKIP Muhammadiyah Bogor. 3) To analyze the effectiveness of google classroom-based online media for learning the Early Childhood Language Development course for third semester students of the Early Childhood Education Teacher Education Study Program (PGPAUD) STKIP Muhammadiyah Bogor. This research method is development research or also called Research and Development (RD). By using the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) development model using integrated with the PEDATI learning system design model. The subjects in this study were students in the third semester of the Early Childhood Education Teacher Education Study Program (PGPAUD) STKIP Muhammadiyah Bogor. The result shown is a multimedia feasibility assessment by the material expert obtained a score of 83% (good). The feasibility assessment by media experts obtained a score of 89% (good). Based on the results of the researchers, it can be concluded that the online learning activities of STKIP Muhammadiyah Bogor students are effective. From this calculation, the average N-Gain of students was obtained as much as online learning of STKIP Muhammadiyah Bogor students in the High N-Gain category, which was 0.78.
The Influence between the Use of Online Learning Media and Student Learning Independence on Learning Outcomes in Creative Product and Entrepreneurship Subjects
Authors: Karwati Karwati , Madjid T. Abdul , Yanuardi Yanuardi , Nurhayati Nurhayati
Published: February 2023

This research uses quantitative research. The objectives are to: 1) know the influence of the use of online learning media on the learning outcomes of Creative Products and Entrepreneurship, 2) know the influence of student self-reliance on the learning outcomes of Creative Products and Entrepreneurship and 3) know the influence of the use of online learning media and student learning independence on the learning outcomes of Creative Products and Entrepreneurship. The problems in this study are as follows: 1) is there any influence of the use of online learning media on CPE learning outcomes? 2) Is there any influence of student self-reliance on CPE learning outcomes? 3) Is there any influence of the use of online learning media and student learning independence on the learning outcomes? This research method uses path analysis method or path analysis. The sample consisted of 34 students with random sampling techniques. Data analysis in this study using questionnaires and documentation. In proving hypothesis 1, there was a direct and significant influence of Online Learning Media (X1) on CPE Learning Outcomes (X3) of 31.61%. There are other variables with a variation of 68.39% that can affect the learning outcomes beyond the variables of online learning media that need to be researched further. In proving hypothesis 2, there was a direct and significant influence of Learning Efficacy (X2) on CPE Learning Outcomes (X3) of 30.39%. There are other variables with a variation of 69.61% that can affect the learning outcomes beyond the variables of Self-Reliance Learning. In proving hypothesis 3, there was a direct and significant influence of Online Learning Media (X1) on Learning Independence (X2) of 31.56%. There are other variables with a variation of 68.44% that can affect Learning Independence beyond the Variables of Online Learning Media. Thus 1. The concept of online learning media is done in an indirect or indirect way between the teacher and the student. Teaching and learning activities using online Learning Media can be done flexibly where students can access or conduct learning anytime and anywhere. 2. This online learning media is very suitable for learning activities in the midst of the current pandemic. 3. If the online learning media is packed with good and unique, this learning media can be the most efficient learning media and close to learners. Even this learning media is not only as a learning media but also can be as a medium of information, entertainment and education.
Development of Learning Using Flipped Classroom Models in Basic Web Programming Subjects at SMK Al Hafidz Leuwiliang
Authors: Rifaah Luthfia , Arief Zainal Abidin , Hartono Rudi
Published: February 2023

The purpose of this study is the development of basic learning of web programming class XI RPL based on Microsoft teams using the flipped classroom model at SMK Al Hafidz Leuwiliang and to find out its feasibility and effectiveness. The research method used is Research and Development (RD). The learning development model used is the ASSURE learning system design model which is integrated with the PEDATI learning model at the Model Design stage. The subjects of this study were students of class XI RPL. The results of this study based on the results of the feasibility test include (1) the results of testing learning materials obtained a percentage of 78% and are categorized as good; (2) the test results of learning media were 79% and were in the good category; and (3) learning design test results of 83% and categorized as good. One to One test results obtained a percentage of 88% and were classified in the good category, small group test results were categorized as good (85%) and field test results were also in the good category (87%). To determine the effectiveness of learning, it is carried out through testing the N-Gain value from the results of the pre-test and posttest. The result obtained was 0.75 (75%). Based on these values, and the paired test results are  T count   Ttable or 13.72 2.06866 so that through flipped classroom learning can improve the learning outcomes of basic subjects of web programming, because there is a noticeable difference between learning outcomes in pretest and posttest data.
The Importance and Use of Blockchain Technology in International Payment Methods
Authors: Erdoğdu Mehmet , Ünüsan Çağatay
Published: February 2023

Blockchain technology, which has entered our lives in recent years, constitutes one of the most remarkable issues of the 21st century. According to Merriam Webster, blockchain is defined as; “It is a database with information shared in a digital network that is decentralized and accessible to all stakeholders and can be used at any time”. Looking at this definition, we can clearly understand that blockchain technology is actually a way to store certain information. Today, it can be seen that rapid technological developments in cryptocurrency techniques are an effective measure against security vulnerabilities such as hacking and theft encountered in the realization of fund transfers. The reason behind this is that the underlying blockchain technology of cryptocurrencies filters out duplicate and incorrect transactions. The emergence of cryptocurrencies as a payment system along with these conveniences has brought debates in traditional financial transaction markets. This means that conventional financial institutions face risks and threats from the popularity and effectiveness of cryptocurrencies. Today, when we look at it, we see the state or state structures – such as Central Banks – that guarantee the reliability of currencies in traditional currencies. The most important feature of the digital currency is that it does not have this central structure and does not have any authority to affect the currency.
Development of Video Learning Media Based on Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC) in Micro Credit Analysis Training Materials at Pt. Micro Financial Institution Bogor 2021
Authors: Rohmaniah Nina , Efgivia Mohammad Givi , Herawati Herawati , Mursid Mursid
Published: February 2023

This study aims to analyze: 1) To find out the procedures for developing MOOC-based video learning media on microcredit analysis training materials at PT LKM Bogor, 2) To determine the feasibility of MOOC-based video learning media in microcredit analysis training materials at PT LKM Bogor, 3) To determine the effectiveness of MOOC-based video learning media on microcredit analysis training materials at PT LKM Bogor. This research method is development research or also called Research and Development (RD). By using the integration of research and development media Borg and Gall with Dick and Carey Learning Design Media. The subjects in this study were trainees at PT LKM Bogor. The sample in this study amounted to 40 people. Data analysis in this study used qualitative and quantitative descriptive analysis. Qualitative data in this study were taken through observation of the learning environment and interviews. Quantitative data was taken through the validation test of learning media experts, learning design experts, material experts, small group tests, and large group tests. The results shown in the development of MOOC-based video learning media is a feasibility assessment by media experts who obtained a score of 93.72% (Eligible). The feasibility assessment by the design expert got a score of 92.9% and the feasibility assessment by the learning materials expert got a score of 94%. Based on a feasibility assessment by design experts and this MOOC-based video learning material is considered feasible to use. The response of participants in the small group test was considered quite feasible with a score of 94.8. In the large group trial, it showed an average score of 97 which was categorized as quite decent. The effectiveness test is assessed by UII according to Donald Kick Patrick with 2 levels, namely the level of reaction and the level of learning outcomes, the reaction rate is tested with a cut of point where the value is 90, 7 it can be seen that this value is above the cut of point value so that it can be categorized as very satisfied and the reaction test of this media development product is very effective. The next level is the level of learning outcomes which is calculated by looking at the significance between the values before and after the trial, the results obtained indicate that the significance value is less than the specified value, namely at 0.004 0.005 the significance value so that it can be categorized as an effective learning media.
Development of Teaching Materials for Science Courses Based on Digital Comic on Temperature, Heat, and Expansion Materials for Class Vii Smpit Al Kahfi, Bogor Regency
Authors: Royani Ida , Efgivia Moh. Givi , Gatot Masitowati , Hartono Rudi
Published: February 2023

This study aims to 1) determine the procedure for developing digital comic-based science teaching materials on temperature, heat, and expansion grade VII materials, 2) determine the feasibility of digital comic-based science teaching materials on temperature, heat, and expansion grade VII materials, 3) find out the effectiveness of science teaching materials based on digital comics on the material of temperature, heat, and expansion for class VII. This study uses research and development methods (Research and Development). The results of this study are 1) the development of digital comic-based teaching materials using the ADDIE model (analyze, design, development, implementation, evaluation). This product is based on an application that can be installed on a computer or device, making it easy to use anywhere. The material presented is temperature, heat, and expansion. In the development of digital comics teaching materials, family characters (mother and children) are used and are equipped with images that match the storyline. There are also materials, practice questions, and evaluations that are tailored to the curriculum of the driving school. 2) the feasibility of teaching materials is obtained from the results of the validation of the material experts who show a value of 80% which means that it enters the criteria very valid/feasible, while the linguist shows a value of 96% which means that this product is very valid/feasible, while the results from media and learning design experts by 76% and 79% which means valid/feasible. 3) The average pretest obtained in the field trial was 59, while the posttest was 74. Based on the normality test, that the significance value was 0.2 0.05 that the resulting data were normally distributed. Based on the hypothesis test data.
Using Computer Applications in Teaching Play Skills to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Boswell Jill , Carotti-Snigg Corri , Root William B. , Billington Eric J.
Published: February 2023

Play is an essential skill for children in early intervention settings and contributes to social and emotional development. Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often show significant delays in action-on-object play skills, vocalizations during play, and novel responding. By assessing and targeting play, children with autism can acquire play skills which may increase the likelihood of inclusion in a classroom setting and provide increased opportunities for peer and adult interaction. The current study evaluated the effects of apps as a video model to increase the duration of play, independent and novel action-on-object play, and independent and novel vocalizations during play. Current assessment and intervention strategies, as well as the need for further research making use of current technology and apps to increase play skills for school-age children with autism are discussed.
Promoting Learner Autonomy through Tandem Learning in a Japanese ESL Context
Authors: Cruz Jehan Lira
Published: February 2023

Computer-mediated form of language learning provides the opportunity to engage in meaningful and authentic interaction in the target language. Through interaction and collaboration, learners are said to develop a sense of autonomy (Little, 2001). Studies from the literature show that Japanese learners do not lack the capacity for self-directed learning but rather, the language learning environment that has been created by most Japanese institutions has implicitly discouraged learners from becoming autonomous learners (Holden Usuki, 1999; MEXT, 2013). This study seeks to explore how tandem learning could foster an autonomous learning environment in an EFL classroom in Japan. It will describe learners’ perception of the Facebook Project, and whether it has helped this group of learners assume more responsibility for the learning process. Findings show that the project enhanced intrinsic motivation, promoted learner reflection, and students took the initiative to reciprocate with their tandem partners’ language needs. Implications of the study suggest that learners need to be involved in the design of learning environments and adequate levels of technological proficiency are necessary to prepare learners for more self-directed learning.
The Social Studies and Science Pre-Service Teachers' Experiences of Creative Comics for Environmental Education
Authors: Senturk Mehmet , Cicek Senturk Ozge
Published: February 2023

The aim of the study is to reveal the experiences of social studies and science pre-service teachers on the use of creative comics in the teaching of subjects related to environmental education. Since this study focuses on the pre-service teachers' experiences was used phenomenology design. A totally of 65 pre-service teachers participated in the study (35 social studies teacher candidates, and 30 science teacher candidates). Within the scope of the research, environmental education was given to pre-service teachers during one semester. This education process also includes creating and using creative comics in environmental education. Semi-structured interviews and observations were used as data collection methods. Thematic analysis method was used in the analysis of the data. The results of the research show that creative comics can be used as an alternative teaching material in environmental education. According to pre-service teachers, creative comics enrich the learning environment. Results of the research, teachers need to pay attention to some issues for efficient use of creative comics. When using creative comics, teachers should keep students away from competition and negative criticism, which can negatively affect creativity.
IoT as Assistive Technology: Applications in Education as a Tool for Inclusion
Authors: Rodrigues Igor Santos
Published: February 2023

Education based on the Internet of Things (IoEdT) emerges as a new conceptual paradigm to define the use of wireless technology as a collaborative tool in teaching-learning processes. Based on this concept, this study explored the potential of the IoEdT as a response to the problems of social inclusion of students with disabilities. In this way, the applicability of the IoEdT as an assistive technology was examined and the challenges faced in the implementation of this tool in the socio-educational context were analyzed. Therefore, this study aims to analyze whether the use of new technologies can become a propelling subject of inclusive transformation or an obstacle to achieving educational equity. For this, an investigation will be carried out with a quantitative, descriptive, and documentary approach. The work presented, as a result, a sampling of available assistive technologies that use the internet of things in the teaching and communication of people with disabilities and the main challenges faced in the availability of this technology.