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Level of Access to the School Farm and the Acquisition of Agricultural Skills Among Secondary School Students in Malava Sub-County, Kakamega County, Kenya
Authors: Recha Robert O. , Kyule Miriam N. , Kinuthia Lydia N.
Published: December 2024

One of the objectives of teaching Agriculture at the secondary school level is to equip learners with practical agricultural skills as this is considered one of the ultimate panacea to addressing unemployment and food insecurity. The school farm is considered a necessity in the teaching and learning of Agriculture for acquisition of practical skills. This study aimed at establishing the relationship between access to the school farm and the level of acquisition of agricultural skills among secondary school students. Correlational research design was adopted. The study targeted 1532 secondary school teachers and 4327 form three students in Malava Sub-County. The accessible population comprised of the 171 teachers of Agriculture and 2532 form three Agriculture students. Based on Nassiuma formula, 15 schools were sampled. Based on the Yamane formula, 150 form three students of Agriculture were sampled. One Agriculture teacher was selected from each of the sampled school. Questionnaires and an observation guide were used to gather data. A pilot study was carried out in Khwisero Sub-County to determine the instruments' reliability where Cronbach’s alpha of 0.89 and 0.72 was obtained for the agriculture teachers and students’ questionnaires respectively. Reliability of the observation guide was determined qualitatively by discussing the items with the supervisors. Chi-square test of relationship was used to analyse the findings of this study aided by the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 26. The study established that level of access to the school farm had a significant relationship to the level of agricultural skill acquisition among the students. Based on the findings, the study recommended that to enhance level of access to the school farm especially during lesson time, more time needs to be allocated to Agriculture on the timetable by the Ministry of Education.
Determinants of Voter Disenfranchisement in Kenya
Authors: Andafu Edward
Published: December 2024

General elections in Kenya are held after every five years, though, by-elections can conducted before the end of the electoral term. In both elections a section of the electorate encounter some impediments that hinder them voting, culminating in voter disenfranchisement. They are hence denied their constitutional right. This study sought to address the problem of voter disenfranchisement in Kenya, based on the following objectives: analyse voter participation in selected types of elections in Kenya; examine factors leading to voter disenfranchisement in Kenya and propose a mechanism to address voter disenfranchisement. Being a conceptual research, the study employed analytical research in terms of conceptual analysis of elections and by-elections in Kenya. It utilized secondary data from documented sources by the media, Election Observation Mission Reports, Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission’s (IEBC) election evaluation report and the statistical data from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK). It established insecurity, unfavourable weather conditions and the distant location of polling centres as major impediments to the electorate’s participation in elections. The study recommends that the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of Kenya adopts the hybrid system of voting by incorporating e-voting in the electoral processes so as to enable all eligible voters to exercise their civic and democratic rights by voting.
Determinants of National Cohesion in Kenyan Universities: The Role of Co-Curricular Activities, Training Programs, and Institutional Policies
Authors: Gachanga Timothy , Matanga Frank , Onkware Kennedy
Published: December 2024

This study investigated the determinants of national cohesion in Kenyan universities, focusing on the influence of co-curricular activities, training programs, and institutional policies. The research was conducted in five public universities in Kenya, selected purposively based on criteria including possession of a charter, over a decade of existence, and a history of ethnic conflicts that disrupted learning. Using a cross-sectional descriptive survey research design, the study engaged a sample of 384 respondents. Students were selected through simple random sampling to complete questionnaires with multiple-choice questions, while deans, department heads, and faculty members were purposively selected for semi-structured interviews. Data collection and analysis were ongoing, with questionnaire data analysed using SPSS prior to conducting interviews. The findings revealed that co-curricular activities play a crucial role in promoting intercultural understanding, personal development, and community building, enabling students to appreciate diversity and establish meaningful relationships. Training programs were identified as essential in instilling values of tolerance and respect; however, limited awareness of these initiatives highlighted the need for more effective communication strategies to amplify their impact. Institutional policies, such as the establishment of International Students Offices, support for diverse social clubs, and initiatives like Kenyatta University’s ‘Nyumba Kumi,’ were shown to support diversity and mutual responsibility. Nevertheless, many participants reported limited awareness or neutrality toward these policies, emphasizing the necessity of enhanced awareness campaigns. The study concludes that universities can foster national cohesion by strengthening the design and implementation of co-curricular activities, expanding and effectively communicating training programs on tolerance, and raising awareness of institutional policies. These efforts can collectively promote a shared understanding of national cohesion and contribute to a more inclusive and harmonious society.
Culture Preservation Through Language Maintenance Among Linguistic Minority Groups: A Case Study of the Shona Speakers of Kenya
Authors: Kamau Stephen N. , Motanya Mercy M.
Published: December 2024

This study addressed the issue of culture preservation among linguistic minority groups through language maintenance practices. The main objective of the study was to investigate the various language maintenance strategies used by linguistic minority groups in Kenya to preserve their culture. The minority linguistic group that was investigated in this study is the Shona language community in Kenya originally from Zimbabwe. Language is an integral part of culture in any community and so maintaining a language is synonymous to maintaining a culture. Language maintenance efforts, especially among linguistic minority groups like the Kenyan Shonas, thus go a long way in maintaining their culture as this study set out to illustrate. The study was guided by the Ethnolinguistic Vitality Theory (EVT) by Giles, Bourhis and Taylor (1977) and Landweer (2000). The theory shows how a linguistic group is able to maintain and protect its identity, language and culture in a multilingual society setup. Data for this study was obtained from the library and also from the field in Shona residential settlements using questionnaires, interview, observation and focused group discussion method. Analyzed data was presented qualitatively and quantitively. The study findings shows that the Shona speakers of Kenya have employed various strategies in maintaining their language and culture as a minority linguistic group from around late 1950s, when they first entered Kenya from their motherland Zimbabwe as missionaries. These strategies include use of Shona language at the home, religious, marriage and work domains as tools of culture and language maintenance. Other strategies of Shona culture and laguage maintenance include use of Shona elders to teach younger generations their language ad culture, use of social interraction networks, community meetings and Shona traditional ceremonies. This study came to a conclusion that the Kenyan Shonas, one of the minority linguistic group in Kenya, have been able to preserve and maintain their culture in Kenya through language maintenance strategies listed above since they landed in Kenya in the late 1950s. However, the study recommends that simmilar studies should be carried out inorder to find out whether other linguistic minority speakers of Kenya have been able to maintain their culture through language maintenance practicies. Presently the Shonas of Kenya are listed as the 45th tribe of Kenya after being awarded Kenyan citizenship status in 2020 by the Kenyan Government.
COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF NUTRITION AND NUTRITIONAL STATUS OF ATHLETES AS A TOOL FOR PERSONALIZING DIETS
Authors: Denisova Natal'ya , Keshabyants Evelina
Published: December 2024

The main task of nutrition for athletes is the optimal and timely replenishment of energy consumption, as well as plastic and biologically active substances consumed during intense muscular activity, therefore it should be clearly differentiated depending on the type of sport and the stage of preparation of the athlete. The need for nutrients depends on anthropometric parameters, gender, age, individual metabolic characteristics associated with genetic factors, the period of sports activity, the duration and intensity of physical activity, as well as environmental conditions.
NeuroSkate: neural network architecture for recognizing elements in figure skating
Authors: Polyakova Irina , Provorova Anna
Published: December 2024

To achieve success in figure skating, hard work and effective interaction with the coach are important. In practice, the coach often fails to monitor the quantity and quality of the elements performed by young athletes in training. As a result, the aim of the work is to develop a neural network "NeuroSkate" designed to analyze the movements of child athletes in figure skating training. The work is being carried out in collaboration with the Orlyonok Olympic Reserve School in Perm, which acted as the main data provider for the study. The dataset includes a video of the performance of six key elements in figure skating by young athletes. The "NeuroSkate" architecture is a cascade of several architectures, each of which performs its own subtask: detection, allocation of key points and action classification. In the pairwise classification of performed elements, the proportion of a correctly defined class in the test sample of "NeuroSkate" is on average 72%.
DIGITAL TOOLS FOR CONDUCTING SPORTS COMPETITIONS ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE SAMBO FEDERATION
Authors: Chuvaev Andrey
Published: December 2024

The article considers approaches to the automation of sports competitions and the formation of regulatory reports as the main digital services for sports federations.
MAKNA KONTEKSTUAL DALAM FILM BUDI PEKERTI (KAJIAN SEMANTIK)
Authors: Monica Septya Kartika Candra  , Iwan Marwan
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui makna kontekstual dalam film Budi Pekerti dan
menemukan teori belajar yang divisualisasikan dalam film. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian
kepustakaan dengan menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif-kualitatif. Analisis dilakukan
terhadap dialog-dialog dalam film Budi Pekerti. Teori yang menjadi dasar analisis dalam
penelirian ini adalah teori semantik terkait makna kontekstual dengan perspektif Firth dalam
Palmer yang dikembangkan oleh Mansoer Pateda. Data yang dianalsisi adalah dialog-dialog
tokoh yang diyakini memiliki makna kontekstual dan mengandung visualisasi pendekatan
pembelajaran dalam pendidikan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya konteks orangan,
konteks situasi, konteks objek pembicaraan, konteks tujuan, konteks waktu, dan konteks
tempat. Konteks-konteks tersebut kemudian memunculkan teori belajar yang divisualisasikan
dalam film Budi Pekerti. Teori belajar belajar yang dimaksud adalah teori konstruktivisme dan
teori belajar sosial.
ANALISIS BIBLIOMETRIK PENELITIAN TOPONIMI DALAM JURNAL SCOPUS 2013--2023
Authors: Hakim Lukmanul
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis tren publikasi ilmiah yang berkaitan dengan toponimi selama periode 2013--2023 yang dipublikasikan dalam jurnal Scopus. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) untuk menyaring dan menganalisis publikasi yang relevan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dari 1.315 dokumen awal, setelah melalui beberapa tahap penyaringan, sebanyak 466 artikel diidentifikasi sebagai relevan dan dianalisis lebih lanjut. Penelitian toponimi mengalami pertumbuhan yang signifikan selama dekade terakhir, baik dalam hal jumlah publikasi maupun kolaborasi internasional. Penelitian ini juga mengidentifikasi tren, kolaborasi antarpeneliti, bahasa yang diteliti, serta jurnal yang paling berpengaruh dalam bidang toponimi. Sebaran artikel per tahun menunjukkan peningkatan yang konsisten, dengan beberapa penulis dan jurnal memberikan kontribusi signifikan terhadap perkembangan penelitian toponimi. Peluang penelitian masa depan mencakup pengembangan lebih lanjut dari tema-tema niche seperti media sosial dan algoritma, serta eksplorasi lebih dalam pada tema dasar seperti toponimi dan bahasa. Penelitian ini juga menyoroti pentingnya peningkatan kolaborasi internasional dan pemanfaatan teknologi baru untuk menganalisis data dan memetakan hubungan antarkonsep, yang dapat memberikan arah yang lebih jelas untuk penelitian toponimi di masa mendatang.
REPRESENTASI DOMINANSI IDEOLOGI KELAS SOSIAL DALAM NARASI KIDUNG NDERET
Authors: Gung Is I Gusti Agung Istri Pradnyasiwi S. , Putu Puspawati Luh , Ketut Widhiarcani Matradewi Ni
Published: December 2024

Kidung Nderet (KN) merupakan karya sastra kidung yang mengandung muatan sejarah. Dalam KN ada sejumlah indikasi yang mengarah pada permasalahan sosial politik antarkelas dalam masyarakat masa lampau di Bali. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengupas permasalahan ideologi dan kelas sosial yang muncul dalam narasi KN. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori sosiologi sastra Gramsci. Metode kualitatif digunakan dalam penelitian ini. Tahap pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode studi pustaka. Metode dan teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah metode deskriptif kualitatif. Metode dan teknik penyajian hasil analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode informal. Data menunjukkan bahwa dalam KN terdapat ideologi kapitalisme yang direpresentasikan oleh tokoh Nderet. Representasi ini mengarah pula pada dominansi kelas dominan pada kelas subordinat melalui representasi dua kelompok yang saling bertentangan. Berikutnya, hal tersebut menjadi pemicu perjuangan kelas sosial dalam teks yang ditandai dengan perjuangan Padang Luah sebagai kelas subordinat yang ingin menyetarakan kelas sosial.
Optimización de los Procesos de Lixiviación para Maximizar la Adsorción de Oro en el Carbón Activado y Minimizar su Pérdida en los Relaves
Authors: León-Cueva Wilson Patricio , Castillo-Mendoza Judith Mabel , Cuenca-Guajala Allison Arleth , Figueroa-Ruilova Leisberth Paul , Suquilanda-Serrano Josué Yasser
Published: December 2024

Gold mining is a key economic activity worldwide, but its efficiency faces significant technical and environmental challenges.  One of the key methods to improve gold recovery is adsorption by activated carbon, whose effectiveness can be influenced by factors such as particle size, contact time, ore grade and accumulation of unwanted compounds. This article compiles literature information on leaching and adsorption methods, highlighting the advantages and limitations of heap and tank processes. Heap leaching, although inexpensive and simple, has low recovery rates and environmental risks, while tank leaching offers greater control and efficiency, but involves higher costs. The methodology included the review of scientific articles published between 2019 and 2024, selecting relevant studies to optimize these processes and contribute to the development of more sustainable mining practices.
Research on Rural Industrialization Development Strategies under the Perspective of Rural Revitalization
Authors: Hao Xiaofang
Published: December 2024

With the continuous promotion of rural revitalization strategies in our country, the development of rural agricultural industrialization has gradually become a key part of our social and economic development. This study, based on the significance of innovative agricultural industrialization development, addresses the current issues facing agricultural industrialization development, such as weak awareness of industrialization development, insufficient labor force in rural areas, lagging industrialization infrastructure, and low investment in industrialization development under the perspective of rural revitalization. It proposes strategies such as actively promoting the concept of industrialization development, implementing talent introduction policies, strengthening the construction of industrialization infrastructure in rural areas, and enhancing financial support for agricultural industrialization, with the aim of providing useful references for innovative agricultural industrialization development in the context of rural revitalization in our country.
Educadores Matemáticos e a Produção Curricular: uma análise dos pareceres dados aos PCN
Authors: Copelli Alexandre Lauriano
Published: December 2024

O presente estudo, resumo de uma dissertação de mestrado em Educação, investiga a participação de educadores matemáticos na elaboração dos Parâmetros Curriculares Nacionais (PCN) de Matemática, a partir da análise de 6 pareceres dados por ex-diretores da Sociedade Brasileira de Educação Matemática (SBEM) à versão preliminar desta proposta curricular, a partir do seguinte questionamento: Houve coesão entre os pareceres e propostas de educadores matemáticos à versão preliminar dos PCN, indicando um pensamento de grupo sobre a proposta?  Tendo o objetivo de analisar o estágio de consolidação do campo da Educação Matemática durante a elaboração desta normativa, procurando por indícios de convergência nas propostas dos pareceristas. Esses pareceres foram discutidos a partir de uma revisão bibliográfica que teve como principais temas e autores de referência: o conceito de campo em Bourdieu e a noção de campo disciplinar em Hofstetter e Schneuwly. Os resultados mostraram que mesmo tratando de temas diversos, quando analisando os pareceres individualmente, ao serem analisados em conjunto, estes convergem e são coesos entre si, aprovando o texto dos PCN e concordando, diretamente, ou indiretamente pela ausência de críticas, com temas importantes do campo da Educação Matemática que estavam inseridos na proposta curricular. Concluindo que há indícios de que o período de elaboração dos PCN seja um marco histórico a confirmar a presença de uma consolidação do campo da Educação Matemática no país.
Cenários da Educação Matemática no Rio de Janeiro: uma discussão sobre as principais características da área no estado
Authors: Oliveira Janile Faco de , Silva Heloisa da
Published: December 2024

Este artigo apresenta um recorte dos resultados de uma pesquisa de doutorado (Oliveira, 2024) que buscou elaborar compreensões e constituir uma agenda de pesquisa sobre o cenário da Educação Matemática no Rio de Janeiro, sob a perspectiva de alguns de seus pesquisadores. Para esse estudo, utilizou-se a História Oral como metodologia basilar. Foram realizadas entrevistas com 12 pesquisadores atuantes em cursos de pós-graduação e/ou citados em investigações, memoriais e documentos da área, envolvidos com a Educação Matemática no estado do Rio de Janeiro. A partir da análise dessas entrevistas, o artigo apresenta uma discussão sobre a contextualização do cenário, enfatizando a constituição da Sociedade Brasileira de Matemática (SBEM) regional e o impasse com a Sociedade Brasileira de Matemática (SBM) como um dos possíveis elementos impactantes na área no Estado. As entrevistas revelaram tensões e ressentimentos nas interações entre pesquisadores das áreas de Matemática e de Educação Matemática. Observa-se a influência de instituições como a Sociedade Brasileira de Matemática (SBM), a Sociedade Brasileira de Educação Matemática (SBEM) e o Instituto de Matemática Pura e Aplicada (IMPA) na formação desse campo no Estado. Por fim, o artigo discute como a constituição da SBEM nacional e regional, programas como PROFMAT, PEMAT e Projeto Fundão podem afetar (ou afetam) o campo da Educação Matemática no Rio de Janeiro.
Classification of Shallow Subsurface Heterogeneity, using 2-D Wenner Array and Induced Polarization Methods, in Parts of Southern Ijaw, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Authors: Adedokun Isaac Oludayo , Etim D. Uko
Published: December 2024

An integrated study, consisting of 2-D Wenner array and Induced Polarization (IP) measured at five profiles, were used to characterize the near surface heterogeneity in Southern Ijaw area of Bayelsa State. Using Abem Terrameter (SAS 1000) for both measurements, five 2-D resistivity profile lines with electrode spacing of 5.00m and electrode spread of 100.00m were employed.  Computer software, RES2DINV was adopted for the interpretation of the data while Microsoft Excel software was used for plotting the IP chargeability anomaly against electrode distance.  The results showed various resistivity distributions with the lowest value of 1.98Ωm and highest value 638Ωm indicating fine Clay and medium coarse sand respectively. The resistivity varies horizontally and vertically, and such that at the base it is higher than that of the topsoil except in profiles 3 and 5. Resistivity ranges for the profiles are profile 1 (5.96-175Ωm), profile 2 (1.98-495Ωm), profile 3 (46.5-638Ωm), profile 4 (20.3-187Ωm) and profile 5 (10.1-485Ωm). Positive and negative Induced Polarization (IP) chargeability were recorded in all the profiles. However, at Profile 1(NDU New site), negative IP effect was encountered throughout with range values between 0 and -450ms chargeability. This result is associated with the distribution of chargeable zones in the ground and also due to a thin chargeable layer at the surface. Few measurable negative values were also recorded at Profiles 2, 3, 4 and 5. Positive IP values were encountered in greater part of the profiles: profile 2 (0 – 80ms) profile 3 (0-3ms) profile 4 (0- 3ms) and profile 5(0-8ms). The signatures obtained from the IP effects are indicators of Clay sediment of various compositions which corroborate with, to a reasonable extent, the observation from the inverse 2-D resistivity section. The sediments observed in the study area can be classified into clay, clayey sand, fine clayey sand and medium...
Forest Conference Report No. 2, 2024
Authors: Chudy Rafał , Tanger Shaun M. , Siry Jacek , Rogers Elizabeth , Vinhal Ryan , Crandall Mindy , Garcia-Gonzalo Jordi
Published: December 2024

Forest Conference Reports provide an overview of selected conferences the JFBR Editorial Team visited during a particular time period. In this issue, we cover meetings throughout 2024.
Forest conferences featured in this report:

International Society of Forest Resource Economics (ISFRE);
7th Sustainable Investor Forum (SIS);
Short Rotation Woody Crops International Conference (SRWCIC);
The 20th Symposium on System Analysis in Forest Resources (SSAFR2024);
IV International Forest Business Conference (IFBC);
Western Forest Economists (WFE);
International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO) World Congresses.

In addition, we highlight the upcoming 2025 events that align with the mission of the Journal of Forest Business Research and encourage everyone to attend:

ISFRE
University of Georgia (UGA) Timberland Investment Conference
Scandinavian Society of Forest Economics (SSFE)
WFE
DecisionES Annual Conference

Would you be interested in inviting our Journal to your upcoming forest event? We would love to feature it in our following Forest Conference Reports and share the details with our Readers. Let us know if you would be open to this, and we can discuss the logistics further. Contact Rafal Chudy at: rafal@forest-journal.com
Economic Viability of Cucumber Farming: Hydroponic Systems VS Traditional Soil Methods
Authors: Bilal Ahmad , Hassan Sundus , Sardar Azeem , Ul Abideen Zain , Naeem Muhammad
Published: December 2024

Protective cultivation, in both soil-based and soilless systems, provides a controlled environment that enhances crop productivity, particularly for greenhouse cucumber production. However, various dynamic factors significantly influence production outcomes, including temperature, humidity, radiation, irrigation, fertigation, disease incidence, and operational costs (e.g., electricity, diesel, and labour). While soilless cultivation effectively manages soil-borne diseases and improves yield and quality, it also raises production costs, posing challenges for marginal farmers in developing countries due to high initial investments and limited access to information. Economic analyses confirm that greenhouse production is more profitable than open-field cultivation, although costs associated with artificial heating and cooling for microclimate control remain limited. Hydroponic systems, for instance, yield Rs. 815,000 per acre compared to Rs. 42,748.5 for soil-based systems and demonstrate superior production efficiency (200,000 kg/acre versus 9,000 kg/acre). Despite this, progressive farming systems outperform hydroponics in return on investment (ROI: 7.07 vs. 1.40), cost efficiency, and investment turnover. Results from MANOVA analysis reveal the statistically significant impact of operational and cost factors on greenhouse profitability (Wilks' Lambda: F = 649.62, p < 0.01). Protective cultivation facilitates off-season vegetable production and yields higher, particularly in favourable hilly regions. To promote wider adoption, government agencies must offer subsidies for infrastructure and technology while providing marginal farmers with real-time meteorological data for improved crop planning and environmental management.
Translation, Adaptation and Validation of Relational Betrayal Trauma Scale in English
Authors: Akram Fozia , Qureshi Kashf , Imtiaz Maham , Idress Marium
Published: December 2024

The phenomenon of relational betrayal trauma, which involves severe violations of trust within close relationships (non-romantic), has become a noteworthy issue among young adults in several cultural settings. The study investigated the psychometric properties (reliability and validity) of the relational betrayal trauma scale (English version) in young adults. The data was collected from university students (M= 3.300, SD= 0.622) currently enrolled in graduation and post-graduation degrees from different universities in Faisalabad. The sample size comprised N=600 (males=300, females=300) young adults for a cross-sectional study. The data was collected using the purposive sampling method. The scale administration includes the Relational Betrayal Trauma Scale (Akram & Iftikhar, 2022), Brief Betrayal Trauma Survey (Goldberg & Freyd, 2016), and Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (Zimet, 2016). Statistical Package for Social Sciences 26 and AMOS 27 were used for data analysis. The results demonstrated good psychometric properties of relational betrayal trauma. The result demonstrated that relational betrayal trauma was reliable (α=.845). The convergent validity of the relational betrayal trauma scale with the brief betrayal trauma survey demonstrated a negative correlation (r= -.144, p < 0.05). The discriminate validity of the relational betrayal trauma scale with a multidimensional scale of perceived social support demonstrated a negative correlation (r= -.248, p < 0.01). The present study translated and adapted an indigenous scale in English to be used at the international level for English-speaking people. It is helpful for psychologists to understand trauma due to relational betrayal.
FDI, Trade Intensity and Credit Accessibility Nexus: Evidence from Selected South Asian Countries
Authors: Anwar Tahmina , Asif Momna , Akhtar Munazza , Javeid Umer
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the impact of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and trade intensity on credit accessibility in South Asian countries from 1976 to 2022. Addressing a critical research gap, it explores how economic variables influence financial inclusion in regions where access to credit is a significant barrier to growth. Using a panel-data model, the research examines the relationships between FDI, trade openness, and credit access, focusing on national and sectoral variations. The findings reveal a positive correlation between FDI, trade intensity, and credit access in South Asia, though their effects vary across different countries and sectors. This study highlights the importance of adopting context-specific policies to enhance FDI and trade, thereby promoting financial inclusion in South Asia. These insights can assist policymakers in understanding the region's economic dynamics and provide actionable guidance for improving credit access while fostering sustainable economic development.
Foreign Direct Investment and Natural Resource Rent Are the Drivers of Shaping Economic Growth in South Asian Economies: A Panel Data Approach
Authors: Javeid Umer , Akhtar Munazza , Ashraf Sawaira
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the influence of FDI inflows and natural resource rents on the economic growth of selected South Asian countries, including Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, and Iran. Using panel data from the World Development Indicators (WDI) covering the period from 1990 to 2022, various statistical tests were employed, such as the Unit Root Test, Co-integration Test, and Panel Causality Tests. The findings reveal that FDI inflows positively impact economic growth, while natural resource rents negatively correlate with growth. However, the results are statistically significant only in the fixed and random effects models. A key limitation of the study is the variability of outcomes across different methodologies (Fixed Effects, Random Effects, FMOLS, and DOLS), which may be influenced by data quality and underlying assumptions. Future research could expand the analysis to include data from other regions to enhance the generalizability of these findings.
PERANCANGAN USER INTERFACE (UI) ELEKTRONIK STANDAR OPERASIONAL PROSEDUR (E-SOP) SEBAGAI UPAYA MENINGKATKAN EFISIENSI OPERASIONAL
Authors: Shafa salsabila  , Suhadi Parman  , Yuni Awalaturrohmah Solihah
Published: December 2024

Tractors Tbk. saat ini sedang melakukan digitalisasi melalui pengembangan teknologi, salah satunya dengan merancang Elektronik Standar Operasional Prodedur (E-SOP) aplikasi berbasis website untuk mempermudah karyawan dalam pembuatan dan pengembangan Standar Operasional Prosedur (SOP). User Interface yang menarik dan efektif sangat penting dalam E-SOP karena dapat meningkatkan kualitas interaksi antara pengguna dan sistem. Menurut Florestiyanto (2020), User Interface adalah sistem komunikasi antara pengguna dengan program, meliputi aspek visual, warna, animasi, dan alur komunikasi. User Interface E-SOP ini dirancang menggunakan metode Design Thinking yang mencakup tahapan Empatize hingga Testing. Fitur E-SOP meliputi New SOP, Update SOP, monitoring, review, progress, revision, chatting, Approval dan Go Live. Visualisasi ide dibuat menggunakan figma dengan keseluruhan jumlah halaman User Interface E-SOP sebanyak 561 halaman. Kemudian dilakukan Testing oleh Corporate Risk Management Department menggunakan metode Usability Testing dengan aplikasi penunjang yaitu, Maze guna mendapatkan feedback untuk pengembangan lebih lanjut. Testing ini menentukan tingkat keberhasilan pengguna memahami alur dan fitur E-SOP. Hasil Testing E-SOP mendapatkan nilai rata-rata 87.6 dengan begitu E-SOP dapat dinyatakan berhasil.
PERANCANGAN BOARD GAME SEBAGAI MEDIA UNTUK MELESTARIKAN KUE TRADISIONAL NUSANTARA KEPADA ANAK-ANAK
Authors: Grasella Audria
Published: December 2024

Indonesia memiliki beragam kue tradisional Nusantara yang tidak hanya unik, tetapi juga menggugah selera. Namun, seiring dengan perkembangan zaman, kue tradisional Nusantara semakin langka. Hanya segelintir penjual yang masih setia menjajakan jajanan ini. Salah satu penyebab menurunnya popularitas kue tradisional ini adalah persepsi yang berkembang di kalangan masyarakat, khususnya anak-anak, yang menganggap kue-kue tersebut "jadul." Banyak anak-anak usia sekolah dasar yang kini lebih tertarik pada jajanan modern, seperti donat, cake, atau permen, dibandingkan kue tradisional seperti klepon, onde-onde, atau kue lapis. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang sebuah board game sebagai media interaktif yang menyenangkan dan mendidik, dengan harapan dapat memperkenalkan dan melestarikan kue tradisional Nusantara kepada anak-anak usia 8-11 tahun. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini mencakup analisis mendalam terhadap kue-kue tradisional yang relevan, pengembangan mekanika permainan yang sesuai dengan usia target, serta uji coba prototipe untuk melihat respons dan keterlibatan anak-anak terhadap permainan ini. Dengan demikian, penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi signifikan dalam upaya pelestarian budaya sekaligus mempromosikan pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang kekayaan kuliner Nusantara di kalangan generasi muda, sehingga tradisi ini dapat terus diwariskan dari satu generasi ke generasi berikutnya.
PERAN PROMOTION DESIGNER PADA PERANCANGAN PROMOSI PEMASARAN DI ALFAMIDI
Authors: Aptianopa Nur Mochammad , Agusta Aldrian
Published: December 2024

Laporan ini menguraikan pengalaman magang penulis di Alfamidi sebagai seorang Marketing Promotion Designer. Alfamidi, sebuah jaringan ritel terkemuka di Indonesia, menawarkan beragam produk kebutuhan sehari-hari dengan jangkauan yang luas. Sebagai Marketing Promotion Designer, penulis bertanggung jawab merancang strategi promosi yang kreatif dan efektif untuk meningkatkan brand awareness serta penjualan produk di pasar yang kompetitif. Dalam laporan ini, penulis memaparkan proses kerja sehari-hari, tantangan yang dihadapi, dan pencapaian yang diraih selama masa magang di Alfamidi. Dilakukan analisis kualitatif untuk mengevaluasi efektivitas strategi promosi yang dikembangkan oleh penulis, serta dampaknya terhadap citra merek dan kinerja penjualan perusahaan. Pembelajaran yang diperoleh selama magang, termasuk peningkatan keterampilan dalam merancang kampanye promosi dan pemahaman lebih mendalam tentang perilaku konsumen, juga didiskusikan. Diharapkan, laporan ini memberikan wawasan yang berharga tentang peran seorang Marketing Promotion Designer dalam mengembangkan strategi promosi yang berdampak bagi pertumbuhan bisnis di industri ritel.
Interpretation of Anger Verses in Tafsir Al-Jaylani
Authors: Abdillah Abdillah , Gama Cipta Bakti
Published: December 2024

This study examines the concept of anger in the Qur'an based on key vocabulary. Anger is discussed in the context of God, the Prophet, and disbelievers, with various positive and negative meanings. The research aims to classify verses about anger and analyze their meanings according to Tafsīr al-Jaylānī. Using a qualitative method and thematic approach (mauḍū'i), this research examines the thoughts of 'Abd al-Qādir Jaylānī. The results show 45 verses discussing anger, with four key terms: gaḍab (anger affecting verbal expression and physical action), makẓūm (anger accompanied by grudge), gayẓ (explosive anger that damages the heart), and sukhṭ (anger due to inappropriate actions). This research provides insights into various aspects of anger in the Qur'an and its interpretation in Tafsīr al-Jaylānī.
Munasabah as an Alternative of Asbabun Nuzul of Verses of the Qur’an
Authors: Surya Ilham , Wahyuni Sri
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe the concept of munasabah as an alternative to the concept of asabab nuzul. This study uses a qualitative method of literature review. The analysis technique used is descriptive analysis technique. This research collects data from various literatures related to the study of munasabah in the Qur'an. The result of this study shows that munasabah is the right alternative to asbabun nuzul. The study of munasabah plays a significant role in explaining the context of a verse as well as the function of asbabun nuzul.
OPTIMIZING TOURISM PROMOTION THROUGH THE USE OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
Authors: Iswanto Dedy , Istiqlal Istiqlal , Irsyad Ziqrurrahman
Published: December 2024

This study aims to explore the optimization of tourism promotion through the utilization of cultural heritage by using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. The study was conducted by selecting literature from academic databases such as Scopus, DOAJ, and Google Scholar, using keywords such as “cultural heritage,” “tourism marketing strategy,” “cultural commodification,” and “smart technology” within the time span of 2014-2024. The results showed that although the integration of cultural heritage in tourism marketing strategies successfully increased destination attractiveness and visitor engagement, challenges such as cultural commodification, overtourism, and disagreements between stakeholders still need to be addressed. A balance between cultural conservation and tourism development is a key element in an effective strategy, where the preservation of local cultural identity must be considered. In addition, the use of smart technology in the promotion of local culture is proven to attract tourists, but there is a gap in understanding the impact of social media and other technologies on destination image. Therefore, future research is recommended to explore more deeply the factors that influence the success of heritage-based tourism marketing strategies and how technology can be effectively integrated in such contexts.
THE ROLE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY THROUGH MODERATING COMPETITION INTENSITY IN IMPROVING THE INNOVATION PERFORMANCE OF MSME ACTORS
Authors: Sasmita Hilda Ayu , Sudarnice Sudarnice , Phradiansah Phradiansah
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine: (1) The influence of IT on the innovation performance of MSME actors in culinary tourism MSME actors in Kolaka Regency. (2) The Role of Competition Intensity in Strengthening IT in Improving the Innovation Performance of MSME Actors in Culinary Tourism in Kolaka Regency. This study uses a quantitative method approach. The population in this study were all culinary tourism MSME actors in Kolaka Regency. While the sample in this study amounted to 32 MSME actors. Testing of the research instrument used validity and reliability tests with SPSS 25.0. The data analysis technique used in this study was a measurement model and structural model testing using Smart PLS 3.0. Based on the results of the study, it is known that there is a positive and significant influence between the IT variable and the innovation performance of MSME actors, as indicated by the t-statistic of 4.898 with a p-value of 0.024. Meanwhile, the moderation of competition intensity is not able to strengthen the IT variable in improving innovation performance as indicated by the t-statistic of 0.022 with a P-value of 0.994. It can be concluded that most MSME actors in culinary tourism in Kolaka Regency have used IT in carrying out innovation performance. However, in culinary tourism in Kolaka Regency, there is no feeling of competition intensity with the use of IT in improving the performance of MSME innovation actors.
Representasi Perjuangan Perempuan dalam Patriaki Studi Analisis pada Film Wanita Berkalung Sorban
Authors: Hana Mumtazah
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis representasi perjuangan perempuan dalam film "Wanita Berkalung Sorban" dan dampaknya terhadap kesadaran gender di masyarakat. Melalui pendekatan kualitatif dengan desain studi kasus, penelitian ini mengkaji karakter utama, Nurul, yang berjuang melawan norma-norma patriarkal yang membatasi kebebasannya. Data diperoleh melalui analisis konten film dan wawancara mendalam dengan penonton untuk menggali pandangan mereka mengenai isu-isu gender yang diangkat dalam film. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa film ini secara efektif menggambarkan berbagai bentuk ketidakadilan yang dialami oleh perempuan, serta pentingnya solidaritas antar perempuan dalam menghadapi tantangan tersebut. Selain itu, film ini juga menyoroti aspek interseksionalitas, memperlihatkan bagaimana latar belakang sosial dan ekonomi mempengaruhi pengalaman individu dalam menghadapi patriarki. Dengan demikian, "Wanita Berkalung Sorban" tidak hanya merepresentasikan perjuangan individu tetapi juga berfungsi sebagai alat untuk mendorong diskusi tentang hak-hak perempuan dan kesetaraan gender di masyarakat. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting bagi kajian gender dan media, serta mengajak penonton untuk merefleksikan peran perempuan dalam konteks sosial yang lebih luas.
Pengembangan Media Canva Dalam Mata Pelajaran Pai Kelas V Di SDN 2 Rejang Lebong
Authors: Roja Saputra  , Mega fitri  , Novita Sari  , Tamamah Hafizah  , Karliana Indrawari
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi efektivitas penggunaan platform desain grafis Canva sebagai media pembelajaran dalam mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) di SD Negeri 2 Rejang Lebong. Tujuannya adalah untuk meningkatkan minat belajar, pemahaman konsep, dan prestasi akademik siswa. Metode penelitian yang digunakan memadukan pendekatan kuantitatif dan kualitatif, dengan pengumpulan data melalui observasi kelas, kuesioner siswa, tes pre-post, dan wawancara dengan guru dan siswa. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan pada minat belajar, pemahaman konsep, dan nilai ujian siswa setelah implementasi media Canva. Guru juga memberikan umpan balik positif terkait kemudahan penggunaan dan efektivitas Canva dalam proses pembelajaran. Kesimpulannya, Canva terbukti sebagai media pembelajaran yang efektif untuk PAI di SD Negeri 2 Rejang Lebong, meskipun perlu pertimbangan lebih lanjut terkait aksesibilitas teknologi dan pengembangan konten yang berkelanjutan.
Biomechanics based computer simulation of rural landscape design using remote sensing image technology
Authors: Xing Kun , Xia Yuqing
Published: December 2024

Introduction: The strategy and restoration of rural areas and landscape in biomechanics, with a particular emphasis on cellular and molecular biomechanics, is crucial for sustainable rural landscape design. At the cellular and molecular level, plants’ biomechanical properties, such as the rigidity and elasticity of cell walls, determine their growth patterns and responses to environmental factors. These properties are essential in understanding how plants can be effectively incorporated into the rural landscape to enhance its stability and functionality. Aim: The objective of this research is to develop a novel computer simulation model for rural landscape planning using remote sensing imaging technology. Research methodology: We introduce a novel Adaptive YOLOv7 method driven by Starling Murmuration search. UAVs are used to collect extensive visual data for training the model. By considering cellular and molecular biomechanics, we can analyze how the mechanical forces within plants affect their ability to resist wind, retain water, and interact with the surrounding soil and other organisms. This knowledge can be integrated into the model to better predict the long-term viability and adaptability of different plant species in the rural landscape. The combination of the 3D GIS virtual image strategy model and our proposed model, along with SM optimization, not only improves object identification but also takes into account the biomechanical aspects for more accurate simulations. Crowdsourcing helps in precisely mapping rural landscapes and structures, while the incorporation of biomechanical principles ensures better adaptability to changing environmental and ecological conditions. Findings and Conclusion: Implemented in Python software, our SM-AYOLOv7 model shows excellent performance, with metrics like f1 score (93.64%), recall (92.34%), accuracy (91.72%), and IoU (90.23%). Our method outperforms conventional ones, demonstrating enhanced accuracy and flexibility, especially in handling changing configurations, due to the integration of cellular and molecular biomechanical insights.
Performance of Enhanced - Comprehensive Local Integration Program (E-CLIP) in the Context of Basilan Province
Authors:   National Police College – Davao Campus, Muin Javer , Maharail Mohammad Isahac ,   National Police College – Davao Campus, Ampad Sandro ,   National Police College – Davao Campus
Published: December 2024

The Enhanced Comprehensive Local Integration Program (ECLIP) was initially designed as a national initiative to encourage the surrender of former rebels and members of the “milisyang bayan.” However, in Basilan province, where communist rebels are absent, security challenges persist due to the prevalence of firearms among civilians, which fuels local conflicts. This study examines how E-CLIP was adapted to address Basilan’s unique security needs and evaluates its impact on reducing conflict, promoting peace, and fostering economic development. The program’s implementation in Basilan focused on incentivizing the surrender of firearms through financial packages. Key data were collected on the number of firearms surrendered, financial assistance provided, and subsequent socioeconomic changes in the province over a specified period. Additionally, collaboration between local government units (LGUs), provincial institutions, and community groups was assessed to measure partnership effectiveness. The adapted ECLIP program significantly reduced conflict as many individuals surrendered their firearms in exchange for monetary rewards. This led to a decline in violence and improved community reintegration. Economically, the program contributed to the stabilization and growth of Basilan’s economy by fostering productive and profitable ventures. Strengthened collaboration among LGUs, institutions, and local groups further amplified the program’s impact. The successful adaptation of ECLIP in Basilan demonstrates the program’s flexibility and effectiveness in promoting long-term peace and prosperity in regions with distinct security challenges. This case study highlights the importance of tailoring national programs to local contexts and the critical role of multi-sectoral partnerships in achieving sustainable development and security.
Balance Sheet (Kg/Ha) As Influenced by Treatment Combination of TurfVigor, Agriplex, and Fertilizer Levels
Authors: Zahiryan Gul Ahmad , Zahiryan Rohullah , Sayeed Masood
Published: December 2024

An investigation on the effect of TurfVigor (microbial fertilizer) and Agriplex (chelated liquid nutrient) along with fertilizer levels on palak, yield, and quality of palak was conducted at the Horticultural Research Station University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, in 2018. This research aims to determine the minimum consumption of nutrients in palak through the soil using a solution of low-consumption elements. Foliar application of TurfVigor at (1%) has increased the leaf area per plant of palak (358.89 Sq.m), and TurfVigor (2%) has increased the total chlorophyll content (0.94mg/g), total dry weight per plant (0.32g) and yield per plot (3.48kg) in the third harvest. The number of leaves per plant and leaf area index were significantly higher (5.98 and 1.39) in the 75 percent recommended dose of fertilizer application. The better performance of these fertilizers could be attributed to producing a maximum number of leaves, dry weight, and total chlorophyll content with a 100 percent fertilizer dose, a spray of 2 percent TurfVigor, and 0.65 percent Agriplex.