bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of Risk Factors for Postoperative Delirium in Geriatric Patients at Skopje Macedonia Hospital: An Observational Study
Authors: Pekovska Konstantina , Igor Mitevska
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Postoperative delirium (DPO) is a complication that often occurs in geriatric patients and can increase morbidity and mortality. Risk factors for DPO in geriatric patients are multifactorial, including advanced age, history of DPO, dementia, comorbidities, and use of certain medications.

Methods: This study was carried out prospectively on 100 geriatric patients undergoing surgery at Skopje Macedonia Hospital. Patient data was collected using questionnaires, interviews, and physical examinations. DPO is defined using the confusion assessment method (CAM).

Results: Of 100 patients, 20 (20%) experienced DPO. Risk factors for DPO identified in this study were elderly (OR = 2.5; 95% CI 1.2-5.1), history of DPO (OR = 3.0; 95% CI 1.4-6.2), dementia (OR = 4.0; 95% CI 1.8-8.8), and use of anticholinergic drugs (OR = 2.2; 95% CI 1.1-4.4).

Conclusion: Elderly, history of DPO, dementia, and use of anticholinergic drugs are risk factors for DPO in geriatric patients. Efforts to prevent DPO in geriatric patients should focus on modifying these risk factors.
Audit Manajemen Resiko Teknologi Informasi Pospay Menggunakan Framework COBIT 5
Authors: Afgani M Nurdin , Yoga Titan Parama , Habibi Chairul
Published: March 2024

Perkembangan teknologi informasi menuju era digital merupakan suatu inovasi yang mengubah sistem dan mempengaruhi perilaku juga harapan masyarakat terhadap tersedianya berbagai layanan informasi dan fitur layanan elektronik. salah satu nya adalah layanan pospay yang mempermudah pelanggan dalam melakukan pembayaran berbagai macam tagihan seperti listrik, telepon, air, kredit motor, dan kartu kredit. Pospay menggunakan Sistem Online Payment Point (SOPP) dan diterapkan di PT. Pos Indonesia sehingga dengan menggunakan layanan Pospay masyarakat tidak lagi repot untuk membayar beberapa tagihan di tempat yang berbeda, cukup dengan satu loket yang berada di salah satu cabang kantor pos maka pelanggan dapat merasakan kemudahan dalam melakukan beberapa tranksaksi pembayaran yang dilakukan secara online. Namun pada proses layanan Pospay tidak lepas dari resiko yang pasti akan dihadapi, oleh karena itu tujuan dari penelitian yang dilakukan antara lain yaitu melaksanakan audit manajemen resiko teknologi informasi pada Pospay dengan menggunakan framework COBIT 5. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan melalui kuisioner dengan menggunakan framework COBIT 5 dengan domain EDM03 dan APO12 didapatkan hasil bahwa capability existing level 2 dengan capability yang diharapkan yaitu level 5. Oleh karena itu, capability gap yang diperoleh pada kondisi tersebut yaitu 3 level.
Lisensi Profesional Dalam Praktik Bimbingan Dan Konseling
Authors: Charisma Rahmadhani Alifah , Budiman Nandang , Nadhirah Nadia Aulia
Published: March 2024

Bimbingan dan konseling merupakan profesi penting dalam mendukung perkembangan peserta didik. Lisensi profesional adalah praktik bimbingan dan konseling memiliki peran penting untuk memastikan kualitas layanan. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk menjelaskan pentingnya lisensi dalam praktik bimbingan dan konseling dari konselor dan konseli. Metode penelitian adalah Systematical Literature Review (SLR) yang mengumpulkan dan mengevaluasi hasil penelitian. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa lisensi adalah tanda kompetensi, kualifikasi dan surat izin konselor, untuk meningkatkan kepercayaan konseli dan melindungi dari praktik yang tidak kompeten. Kesimpulannya, lisensi profesional adalah elemen penting dalam meningkatkan kualitas bimbingan dan konseling dan perlu di dorong lebih lanjut untuk menuju praktik bimbingan dan konseling yang berkualitas.
Pengembangan Instrumen Perencanaan Karir Sekolah Kejuruan
Authors: Hengka Nove Albertus
Published: March 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah pengembangan instrumen berupa iventori perencanaan karir untuk sekolah kejuruan. Terdapat 35 item pernyataan yang dikembangkan berdasarkan 3 aspek perencanaan karir yaitu aspek mengenal diri, mengeksplorasi karir, dan memilih karir. Sampel penelitian 60 siswa kejuruan. Terdapat 2 langkah yang dilakukan dalam pengembangan instrumen yaitu (1) untuk mengetahui keterbacaan instrumen dengan melibatkan ahli instrumen perencanaan karir dan (2) untuk mengetahui tingkat validitas dan reliabilitas instrumen. Berdasarkan keterbacaan instrumen oleh ahli diperoleh instrumen termasuk kategori relevan untuk digunakan. Kemudian uji validitas terhadap 35 item pernyataan menunjukkan 32 item valid dan 3 item gugur. Selanjutnya 32 item pernyataan diuji reliabilitas menunjukkan hasil Cronbach's Alpha lebih besar dari pada rtabel. Sehingga dapat ditarik kesimpulan instrumen perencanaan karir dengan 32 item pernyataan relevan, valid dan reliabel untuk digunakan siswa kejuruan dalam perencanaan karir.
Konseling Sebaya: Kesehatan Mental Dan Well-Being Anggota Forum Desa Inklusi
Authors: Mumpuni Sesya Dias , Florina Ike Desi , Nurhayati Sri Adi , Nurpratiwiningsih Laelia , Putro Hijrah Eko , Susilowati Novi , Mubarokah Nada Adhani , Istiqomah Nur , Septiana Wiwit Cahya , Adinda Choirunnisa , Lestari Fiqih Indah Yuni , Chiisai Ayu Putri , Putri Novi Mardiani , Rini Eka Febry Setia , Ambarwati Rani Tri
Published: March 2024

Kesiapan seseorang untuk terlibat dalam konseling sebaya sangat dipengaruhi oleh kesehatan mental dan well-being. Konseling sebaya yang dilakukan oleh sesama disabilitas akan sangat berpengaruh pada penermaan diri difabel di komunitas. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan kuantitatif dengan 40 responden yang mengisi kuesioner kesehatan mental dan well-being. Pemilihan responden menggunakan teknik sampling non probabilitas. Hasil pada penelitian ini adalah analisis indeks yang terdiri dari nilai indeks kesehatan mental responden sebesar 79,25 dikategorikan Baik dan nilai indeks indikator well-being sebesar 71,93 dikategorikan Baik. Peneliti menyimpulkan konseling sebaya perlu ada kesiapan pada kesehatan mental dan well-being. Kesehatan mental terdiri dari 4 indikator antara lain depresi atau kecemasan, demensia, gangguan mental (psikiatrik) atau perilaku, dan masalah tidur. Pada well-being terdiri dari 24 indikator antara lain menilai kualitas hidup, menilai secara keseluruhan kesehatan, kemampuan melakukan aktivitas, puas dengan diri sendiri, puas dengan suatu hubungan, kondisi tempat tinggal, memiliki energi yang cukup, memiliki cukup uang untuk memenuhi kebutuhan, kesepian yang dirasakan, merasa kurang persahabatan, merasa ditinggalkan, merasa terisolasi dari orang lain, kemarin merasa bahagia, kemarin merasa antusias, kemarin merasa puas, kemarin merasa marah, kemarin merasa frustasi, kemarin merasa lelah, kemarin merasa sedih, kemarin merasa stres, kemarin merasa kesepian, kemarin merasa khawatir, kemarin merasa bosan, kemarin merasa sakit.
Layanan Bimbingan Kelompok Dengan Teknik Modeling Untuk Mengurangi Inferiority Siswa
Authors: Enggarini Pawestry Audrey , Trisnowati Eli , Maulana Riki
Published: March 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengurangi Inferiority siswa dengan diberikan layanan Bimbingan Kelompok dengan teknik Modeling. Dengan menggunakan metode kuantitatif dan kualitatif (Mixed Methods) dan subyek penelitian kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Ketapang yang berjumlah 7 siswa. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dua siklus. Data dikumpulkan dengan teknik observasi, wawancara dan skala psikologis Inferiority. Hasil penelitian ini berdasarkan hasil   analisis   data yang telah di persentase diperoleh bahwa inferiority pada siswa kelas VII D di SMP Negeri 1 Ketapang sebelum mendapatkan layanan  bimbingan  kelompok  dengan teknik modeling dengan persentase 80% termasuk dalam kategori “tinggi” dan sesudah mendapatkan layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan teknik modeling diperoleh persentase 58% dengan kategori “sedang”. Dapat dilihat bahwa terjadinya penurunan setelah diberikan layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan teknik modeling artinya inferiority pada siswa dapat diturunkan melalui layanan bimbingan kelompok dengan teknik modeling.
Comparing Methods to Mitigate the Effect of Grid Voltage Sag and Frequency Variation on the Operation of Variable Speed Drives
Authors: Ibrahim Mohamed , Nashed Maged N. F. , Eskander Mona N.
Published: March 2024

In this paper, the effect of unsymmetrical grid voltage sag on the performance of a slip power recovery drive is studied, and two strategies to mitigate its effects are investigated. The first strategy consists of three phase parallel RL impedance connected to the rotor circuit. The second strategy consists of three phase LCL filter connected to the rotor circuit. A PI controller is tuned to test the drive at constant speed. Also, the effect of grid frequency drop on the drive performance is investigated with the same two protection strategies. The proposed systems are modeled with Matlab/Simulink and the simulation results are compared. The drive performance without any protection schemes are compared with its performance with the two proposed strategies. The compared results include the stator voltage and current, the rotor voltage and current, the DC link voltage and current, the electric torque, and the rotor speed.
Design of a 2*2 Microstrip Phased Array Antenna for Radar Applications
Authors: Kumari Shantha Selva , S. R., Mridula.
Published: March 2024

Micro-strips patch antennae used in array configurations are more beneficial than single antenna element by augmenting the directivity (dB) radiation pattern, and lowering the substrate's permittivity to overcome its drawbacks, which include poor gain, low efficiency, narrow bandwidth limited directivity. It also facilitates beam-steering capability which is obtained by enabling phase difference(β) between the antennas. Beam scanning capability is used in radar and GNSS technologies. This paper proposes a 2*2 microstrip phased array antenna by using rectangular microstrip patch antenna on an FR-4 dielectric substrate for beam scanning. The resonant frequency of the antenna is at 2.52GHz frequency with a good Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) value of 1.1325. The design has been simulated in Ansys HFSS software. The simulation results exhibit antenna better performance of the proposed antenna compared to state-of-art designs present in the literature. The compactly designed Rectangular Micro-strip Patch Antenna array shows a low S-parameter (–24.127858 dB), high gain (13.689104 dB), directivity (14.055125 dB), and efficiency of 91.917%.
Using Nonlinear Autoregressive Models to Investigate the Impact of Foreign Trade on Economic Growth in Sudan
Authors: Abdulrahman Badreldin Mohamed Ahmed , Ibrahim Anas Gareeballah Ahmed , Dawalbait Hashim Abdallah Adam
Published: March 2024

Foreign commerce is the term for the exchange of goods and services between nations, and it is subject to a wide range of laws, rules, and agreements. The purpose of the study was to evaluate the link between Sudan's economic growth, imports, and exports from 2005 to 2022. Based on a descriptive, analytical, and econometrics methodology, the study estimated the relationship between the study variables using a nonlinear autoregressive model (NARDL). The study's conclusions indicate that, during the study period, exports had a short-term negative influence on the rate of growth in the economy but a positive long-term impact. Additionally, imports have a short-term favorable effect on economic growth rates but a long-term negative one.
Pengaruh Layanan Bimbingan Klasikal Terhadap Perencanaan Karir Siswa
Authors: Hasni Suhasni , Madina Rena , Djibran Moh. Rizky
Published: March 2024

Abstrak

Peneltian ini adalah peneltian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan jenis penelitian pre experimental design dengan rancangan one-grub pretest-postest design, yang bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh layanan bimbingan klasikal terhadap perencanaan karir siswa di SMA Negeri 7 Kota Gorontalo. Pupulasi dalam peneltian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas XI SMA Negeri 7 Kota Gorontalo berjumlah 120 siswa sedangkan pengambilan sampel peneltian dengan teknik purposive sampling berjumlah 24 siswa. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah instrumen angket sebagai teknik utama. Analisis dilakukan dengan uji t.

Berdasarkan dari hasil perhitungan diperoleh harga thitung sebesar 4.021, sedangkan dari daftar distribusi t pada taraf nyata 5% diperoleh t0,95 (23) =1,71. Ternyata harga thitung memperoleh harga lain, atau thitung telah berada di luar daerah penerimaan H0, sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa H0 ditolak dan menerima H1. Artinya bahwa hipotesis terdapat pengaruh layanan bimbingan klasikal terhadap perencanaan karir siswa di SMA Negeri 7 Kota Gorontalo, dapat diterima.
Care transition for patients admitted to hospital due to COVID-19 and its relationship with clinical characteristics
Authors: Winter Vanessa Dalsasso Batista , Berghetti Larissa , Dezordi Cátia Cristiane Matte , Camera Fernanda Dal’Maso , Kolankiewicz Adriane Cristina Bernat
Published: March 2024

Objective To analyze care transition (CT) and its relationship with the clinical characteristics of patients admitted to hospital due to COVID-19.

Methods This is a cross-sectional study, carried out in a general hospital, with 165 patients admitted to hospital due to COVID-19 and who were discharged home. Participants were those who had been admitted to hospital for at least 24 hours, over 18 years of age, with telephone access after discharge. Those who were discharged by transfer, who died or those without cognitive conditions were excluded. Data collected between March and July 2021, using a sociodemographic and clinical questionnaire as well as Care Transitions Measure-15. Descriptive and inferential statistical analysis was applied.

Results The overall mean of Care Transitions Measure-15 was considered satisfactory (71.8±7.45). The Important preferences factor obtained the highest mean (80.5± 9.84) and the Care Plan factor the lowest (57.5± 11.4). Significant statistical differences were found when the CTM-15 factors were associated with the clinical variables: duration of chronic disease (p<0.03); presence of clinical artifact (p<0.040); use of continuous medication (p<0.029). Readmission had a significant difference in the factors Health management preparation (p<0.045), Important preferences (p<0.027) and Care plan (p<0.032).

Conclusion Patients admitted to hospital due to COVID-19 assessed the general CT as satisfactory and the clinical variables, length of chronic illness, clinical artifact, continuous medication and readmission interfered in the CT of these patients.
Deconstructing the Digital Infrastructures Supporting Archaeological Knowledge
Authors: Huggett Jeremy
Published: March 2024

The last 30 years have seen significant investments in the development of digital infrastructures to support archaeological practice. From field recording systems to national data archives, these have come to play an increasingly dominant role in the collection, management, and access to the data used in the creation of new archaeological knowledge. Although a lot of attention has been paid to the technical creation of such systems, much less is said about the wider political, cultural and social aspects of these infrastructures. Focusing on large-scale national or transnational data infrastructures, this paper seeks to lay the groundwork for such an inquiry by making the infrastructure the centre of analysis, rather than its technical aspects. The paper asks how infrastructures emerge, are sustained, become embedded in practice, and how they subsequently contextualise and influence the formation of archaeological knowledge. The underlying and frequently hidden complexities of infrastructures and their nature as always under development should make a critical understanding of their implementation and application, the opportunities they offer, the constraints they impose, and the perspectives they adopt, an important precursor to their knowledgeable use in practice.
Body Modification on Viking Age Gotland
Authors: Toplak Matthias S. , Kerk Lukas
Published: March 2024

In recent years, research has provided evidence for permanent body modification in the Viking Age. Based on the current state of research, we identified around 130 male-gendered individuals from Scandinavia and beyond with dental alterations in form of horizontal furrows, most of them stemming from the Baltic isle of Gotland. We suggest that this custom was used as a sign of identification for a closed group of merchants. In contrast, artificial cranial modifications in the Viking Are so far are only known from three female individuals from Gotland. While both forms of body modification have received wide attention in other cultural contexts, the specific expressions of these customs in Viking Age society still lack systematic investigation with regard to their social implications. Based on the archaeological concept of embodiment and modern communication theories we discuss the perception of modified human bodies as media for the presentation and construction of social identities on Viking Age Gotland.
Enhancement of Hip Joint Flexibility using Flexor and Unilateral Exercises
Authors: Catiil Mikho Harley Daquiado , Gomez Oliver Napila
Published: March 2024

Improved hip flexibility is essential for enhanced overall fitness, ensuring balance and a broader range of motion. Therefore, the understanding of how limited hip movement and physical activity can affect performance and increase injury risk due to a lack of flexibility. Thus, this investigation determined the effectiveness of interventions, namely Flexor and Unilateral Exercises, in enhancing the hip-joint flexibility of the participants. The study involved 86 males and 80 females aged 15 to 18, utilizing a two-factor pretest-posttest quasi-experimental research design. Results indicated a significant difference in the pretest and posttest hip joint flexibility of the two groups, Flexor and Unilateral. Post-interventions, significant improvements in hip joint flexibility were evident in both groups. Additionally, the result revealed a noteworthy difference with a significant effect size between pretest and posttest flexibility measures for both the Flexor and Unilateral groups, emphasizing the effectiveness of each intervention. Notably, hip Flexor exercises yielded a considerably higher increment in hip range of motion compared to Unilateral exercises, indicating their superior impact. The two interventions distinctively and significantly enhanced hip joint flexibility, warranting further investigation into the nuances of hip joint range of motion and overall flexibility across genders. This exploration should include a thorough assessment of the intervention's efficacy for both men and women.
Preventive Nursing, Community Engagement, Health Promotion: The Pathway to Improving Health Care in Nigeria
Authors: Robinson-Mbato Legborsi
Published: March 2024

The article explores the many obstacles that the Nigerian healthcare system encounters and suggests a holistic strategy that includes preventive nursing, health promotion, and community participation to improve healthcare provision. The research underscores the significance of community participation, emphasising its function in cultivating a feeling of affiliation and possession, as well as establishing a connection between the community and healthcare programmes. The text extensively examines the notion of preventative nursing, highlighting its multiple character as both a specialised nursing practice and a subject rooted in public health. The objectives and constituents of preventive nursing are delineated, highlighting its function in timely identification, proactive interventions, and its influence on national health results. Health promotion is presented as a vital component of healthcare reforms, with the goal of enabling people to make knowledgeable decisions about their well-being. The article outlines the objectives of health promotion, with a particular focus on minimising risk factors and encouraging a proactive approach to maintaining good health. The text discusses strategies for efficacious health promotion in Nigeria, including the engagement of community leaders and the use of both conventional and digital approaches. The text examines the notion of community participation, characterising it as a multifaceted and all-encompassing process that entails a dynamic interchange of ideas and resources among many stakeholders. The research highlights the significance of active community engagement in decision-making processes, emphasising its role in fostering inclusivity and collaborative decision-making. The paper finishes by underscoring the crucial significance of nurses in the domains of preventive nursing, health promotion, and community involvement. This highlights the need of adopting a comprehensive and interdisciplinary strategy to tackle the difficulties encountered by the healthcare system in Nigeria. The report promotes urgent and cooperative measures, emphasising the potential of the suggested ways to improve healthcare in Nigeria.
Virtual Versus in-Person Physiotherapy Consultations Following Shoulder Pain
Authors: Chetty Laran
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this evaluation was to analyse and compare the outcomes of virtual physiotherapy consultations versus in-person physiotherapy consultations following shoulder pain. The outcomes of 104 patients (49 virtual vs. 55 in-person) were reviewed. Shoulder function and pain scores were captured. Comparative analysis was performed using a two-tailed Student’s t-test. Total number of physiotherapy sessions and patient satisfaction scores were also recorded. Both modes of consultations showed significant improvements in shoulder function and pain scores when analyse separately, and when compared virtual physiotherapy consultations led to significant improvements in shoulder function and in-person physiotherapy consultations led to significant improvements in pain scores. Future research should focus on randomised controlled trials to directly compare virtual physiotherapy consultations and in-person physiotherapy consultations to confirm the findings of this evaluation.
REVIEW: THE USE OF TOFU RESIDUE IN THE PHARMACEUTICS
Authors: Suharyani Ine , Indawati Iin , Asep Setiadi Encu , Mauliana Insani Maisya , Mas'ud Ibnu
Published: March 2024

Tofu is a processed soy product consisting of soft solids made by clumping soy protein extracts. The residual result of tofu processing is called the tofu dredging waste. In Indonesia, tofu waste remains an unsolved problem. Many people argue that the waste from tofu processing (tofu residue waste) does not have high economic value and is only used as feed for livestock and is even thrown carelessly into the river, which causes damage to the ecosystem. Tofu pulp has high nutritional content, such as protein (26.6%), fat (18.3%), carbohydrates (41.3%), phosphorus (0.29%), calcium (0.19%), iron (0.04%), and water (0.09%). The purpose of this journal review is to determine the use of tofu residue waste and solve the problem of tofu residue waste in the community. The method used was collecting various research journals through the Google Scholar website with keywords for the use of tofu residue in the pharmaceutical field. Based on the 7 journals reviewed, tofu pulp can be used as an anti-aging, adsorbent, anti-diabetes, anti-inflammatory, bioethanol, and excipient in tablet production.
Keywords: Tofu, tofu residue, pharmaceutical
INCLUSÃO DOS ALUNOS COM AUTISMO NO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL – ANOS INICIAIS
Authors: Oliveira Josiana Marins Ramos de , Pereira Walmir Fernandes , Ribeiro Felipe Vitório , Souza Júlio César de , Aparecido De Almeida Flávio
Published: March 2024

O presente trabalho tem como temática a importância da inclusão dos alunos com autismo nas escolas. Tem com objetivo principal apontar a importância da capacitação e conscientização dos profissionais que atendem os anos iniciais, com a finalidade de estimular a aprendizagem e desenvolvimento dos alunos com TEA. O trabalho foi desenvolvido a partir de análise qualitativa e pesquisas bibliográficas de artigos e livros de diversos autores, em destaque Cunha, Silva e Mantoan que ressaltam que a inclusão dos alunos NEE, autistas, é direito para elas. Dessa forma para que ocorra de fato a inclusão desse grupo de crianças e fundamental que toda comunidade escolar participe desse movimento, e assim a garantia de acesso e permanência dos alunos com TEA serão atendidas. As adaptações no currículo escolar também são necessárias, contudo a formação docente numa perspectiva da inclusão aos alunos com necessidades especiais e fundamental, já que grande parte das crianças com TEA, ingressam nas escolas sem diagnóstico, cabendo então ao professor se atentar aos possíveis sinais característicos do autismo apresentados por elas, comunicando de imediato a equipe escolar para que a mesma contate e dialogue com família, e logo possam encaminhar a criança a uma junta de profissionais para avaliá-la. Sendo o autismo diagnosticado clinicamente será possível contatar um profissional de apoio especializado para realizar as intervenções e estimulações necessárias, junto ao professor regente, visando sempre no bem-estar e desenvolvimento do aluno. Entretanto percebe-se que grande parte dos docentes ainda não estão capacitados, ou seja, não conseguem identificar os sinais do autismo, o que dificulta e demora na busca do acompanhamento específico, do diagnóstico, das estimulações precoces e inclusão dos alunos na escola, sendo assim esse estudo demonstra o quanto é importante que os docentes a formação docente e o trabalho em equipe entre, escola, professores regentes e mediadores e a família.
CONSTRUÇÕES GEOMÉTRICAS PARA DETERMINAR DISTÂNCIAS ENTRE PONTOS, RETAS E PLANOS UTILIZANDO O GEOGEBRA
Authors: Santos João Daniel Barbosa Nascimento dos , Machado Luciana Gouveia , Ferreira Maria Jeangela Paula , Santos Pedro Arthur Oliveira dos , Sousa Vanessa Freitas de , Santana Fabiana Tristão
Published: March 2024

Este trabalho apresenta o cálculo de distâncias entre pontos, entre pontos e retas, entre pontos e planos, entre planos e entre retas do espaço tridimensional utilizando construções geométricas executadas com o auxílio da ferramenta didática computacional GeoGebra, que permite trabalhar o letramento visual no ensino de matemática. Particularmente, serão utilizados a Janela CAS e a Janela de Visualização 3D do software GeoGebra, onde são possíveis realizar o passo a passo das construções geométricas necessárias para que se possa compreender qual é de fato as distâncias discutidas. Com os exemplos detalhados que serão apresentados, será possível perceber como o software GeoGebra pode contribuir com o entendimento do tema abordado, além de fornecer rapidamente resultados confiáveis.
UM CONVITE PARA O CONHECIMENTO DA AUDITORIA FINANCEIRA PORTUGUESA: BREVE HISTÓRIA DA ORDEM DOS REVISORES OFICIAIS DE CONTAS
Authors: Basílio Márcia , Gonçalves Miguel , Rito Sónia
Published: March 2024

O presente paper dirige-se aos leitores que tencionam alargar os seus conhecimentos sobre a história da Ordem dos Revisores Oficiais de Contas, nomeadamente sobre o surgimento da Auditoria, os passos para a regulamentação da profissão, o papel do Revisor Oficial de Contas ao longo do tempo e sobre o Código de Ética que rege a profissão. A elaboração deste artigo tem como base a pesquisa bibliográfica e, para apresentar uma breve história da Ordem dos Revisores Oficiais de Contas, destacou-se os seguintes aspetos: o surgimento e evolução da Auditoria, a perspetiva histórica da regulamentação da profissão em Portugal, a composição dos Órgãos Sociais da Ordem e o Código de Ética da mesma.
UM CONVITE PARA O CONHECIMENTO DA HISTÓRIA DA CONTABILIDADE PORTUGUESA: A PRIMEIRA ESCOLA DE CONTABILIDADE MUNDIAL E OS SEUS PROFESSORES E ESTUDANTES
Authors: Gonçalves Miguel
Published: March 2024

Resumo: O artigo visa contribuir para o aumento do conhecimento associado à História da Contabilidade Portuguesa, nomeadamente por parte dos actuais profissionais, professores e estudantes de Contabilidade do Ensino Superior. Nestes termos, a investigação procura responder a três questões: (1) qual o principal responsável e quais as suas motivações para a fundação da primeira escola técnica de Contabilidade em Portugal e no mundo?; (2) quais as consequências reais e os impactos concretos da fixação da pioneira escola portuguesa de Contabilidade?; e (3) quem foram os primeiros professores e estudantes de Contabilidade no nosso país? Subsidiariamente, são também tecidas considerações críticas em torno da ausência, no programa curricular ministrado, de duas áreas específicas de conhecimento: Geografia e Línguas Vivas.
PAINEL DE ROTINA DIGITAL: FERRAMENTA PARA VIABILIZAR AS TAREFAS DIÁRIAS DOS ALUNOS AUTISTAS DA APAE
Authors: Costa Silvia Maria Farani , Pedrotti Breno Izeppi , Souza Igor Alves de , Lopes Joselma Rocha , Melo Luciana Silva Albuquerque de , Crema Matheus dos Santos , França Filho Pedro Luís de , Santos Rafael Toledo Rodrigues dos , Souza Rodrigo de
Published: March 2024

A APAE, Associação de Pais e Amigos dos Excepcionais localizada em Caieiras, São Paulo, Brasil, é uma entidade sem fins lucrativos dedicada a atender as necessidades educativas de crianças com deficiência intelectual, múltipla e transtorno do espectro autista (TEA). Seu principal objetivo é promover a inclusão social e a qualidade de vida dessas crianças. Após uma análise detalhada das atividades diárias da instituição, foram identificadas dificuldades no uso do painel de rotina e na gestão da agenda dos alunos. O presente projeto visa propor melhorias para essas atividades por meio da digitalização, buscando facilitar os processos internos da APAE. A metodologia adotada foi qualitativa, concentrando-se na análise dos processos existentes, compreensão das necessidades identificadas e do contexto de negócio proposto. Além disso, uma revisão da literatura foi realizada para embasar o foco da pesquisa. O intuito é aprimorar a eficiência e a eficácia das práticas cotidianas da instituição, contribuindo para um ambiente mais dinâmico e adaptado às necessidades específicas das crianças atendidas pela APAE Caieiras.
PAISAGEM, CONDIÇÃO SOCIAL E AÇÃO HUMANA EM CATAS (1956), ROMANCE HISTÓRICO DE AMADEU DE QUEIROZ
Authors: DETONI Piero , RIBEIRO Paula de Souza
Published: March 2024

Neste artigo analisamos o romance histórico Catas, de Amadeu de Queiroz, publicado postumamente em 1956. Em um primeiro movimento, fazemos uma abordagem do gênero romance histórico, enfatizando o seu hibridismo entre história e literatura, condição adequada para que Queiroz seja assimilado como um intelectual mediador. Após isso, trabalhamos com a elaboração visual do livro, em que se recorre com frequência ao uso da cor local. Cabe ressaltar que Catas projeta luz alta sobre as paisagens ermas das Minas setecentistas. Por fim, apreenderemos aspectos histórico-sociais propostos pelo livro, tais como aqueles envolvendo a mineração no Sul de Minas, em que se retrata a psicologia do colono, a escravidão, percebida através dos signos da violência e da resistência, e o declínio daquelas zonas mineradoras, abrindo condição para o estabelecimento de um mundo agropastoril.
PRAXIS DE LA ETNOMATEMÁTICA QUECHUA EN LA REGIÓN ALTO ANDINA DEL PERÚ
Authors: Jhonatan Hinojosa Mamani , Martina Yucra Yucra , Juan Carlos Callomamani Callomamani , Porfirio Enríquez Salas , Javier Elías Mamani Gamarra , Edison Catacora Lucana , Enoc Edison Jilaja Carita , Hitler Juan Poma Cruz
Published: March 2024

Objetivo: Analizar la praxis de la etnomatemática quechua en la Región alto andina del Perú. Métodos: La investigación es de tipo cualitativo de alcance etnográfico y hermenéutico. La población de estudio estuvo integrada por 3012 familias y 176 niños, que integran 01 centro poblado denominado “Central pueblo Vilque”, 05 comunidades: Qutuña, Machaqa Marka, Uyarachi, Quille y Ayranpuyuq. La selección de la muestra de la población se realizó por medio del tipo de muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia. Resultados: En la praxis etnomatemática, el 66.7% utiliza los dos pies como unidad de medida para sembrar la papa en el surco “iskay chaki”. A nivel comercial, el 65.7.% realizan las transacciones de venta y compra de productos agrícolas, así como las habas y la quinua lo realizan a través de “chhala o trueque”, y 33.3% venden los productos agrícolas. Conclusión: La etnomatemática quechua en la praxis de las actividades cotidianas influye significativamente en el desarrollo cotidiano de las actividades agropecuarias.
INTERDISCIPLINARIDADE NA SALA DE AULA: REFLEXÕES INICIAIS
Authors: VIANA K. B. S. , SCHREIBER J. M. , NETO E. J. S. , Aparecido De Almeida Flávio
Published: March 2024

Esta produção visa elucidar sobre a interdisciplinaridade, compreendendo como os docentes desenvolvem dentro de sala de aula essa abordagem e a sua importância para o processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Para isso, foi utilizada a metodologia de entrevista semi-estruturada, a fim de coletar e compreender dados referentes à interdisciplinaridade, associada à prática educativa em ambiente educacional-escolar. Considera-se finalmente que a interdisciplinaridade é um dos principais mecanismos pelos quais os estudantes são capazes de estabelecer relações entre as disciplinas e compreender a dinâmica inter-relacional existente entre elas.
Girişimciler İçin Yeni Bir Fon Kaynağı Olarak Kitlesel Fonlama ve Kitlesel Fonlama Platformlarının Kategori Bazlı İncelenmesine Yönelik Bir Araştırma
Authors: Doğan Burhan , Bozkurt Öznur
Published: March 2024

Girişimcilik ekonomiye olan katkısı, istihdamı arttırıcı etkisi ve teknolojik gelişmelerin artmasını sağlaması açısından büyük öneme sahiptir. Girişimcilerin sorunlarının çözülmesi ekonomi, istihdam ve gelişim için gereklidir. Girişimcilerin yaşadığı sorunlardan birisi de finansman kaynağı sorunudur. Finansman kaynağı sorunun çözümü için geleneksel ve alternatif çözümler bulunmaktadır. Girişimcilerin finansman sorununa çözüm olarak son yıllarda ortaya çıkan alternatif yöntemlerden birisi ise kitlesel fonlamadır. Türkiye’de kitlesel fonlama 11 yıllık bir geçmişe sahiptir. 2021 yılına kadar resmi nedenlerle Türkiye’de sadece ödüle dayalı kitlesel fonlama platformları bulunmaktaydı. 2021 yılında resmi engellerin kalkması ile Türkiye’de paya dayalı kitlesel fonlama başlamıştır. Çalışmanın amacı paya dayalı kitlesel fonlama sistemini başlangıcından bugüne dek inceleyerek, hangi sektörlerin kitlesel fonlamaya daha uygun olduğunun görülmesini sağlamak ve paya dayalı kitlesel fonlamanın geçmişten günümüze olan durumunu göstermektir. Çalışma nitel araştırma tekniklerinden doküman analizi tekniğiyle yapılmıştır. Çalışmada Türkiye’de faaliyet gösteren 4 paya, 1 ödüle dayalı platformdan veriler toplanmış ve analiz edilmiştir. Çalışmada; yazılım, eğitim, elektrik- elektronik ve yapay zekâ alanlarındaki girişimlerin kitlesel fonlamayı daha çok tercih ettiği görülmüştür. Biyoteknoloji, elektrik-elektronik, enerji, finans, tarım ve yapay zekâ alanlarındaki girişimlerin %100 başarıya sahip olmaları nedeniyle bu alanlardaki girişimlerin kitlesel fonlamaya uygun olduğu düşünülmektedir. Tarım alanı en yüksek fonun toplandığı alandır. Çalışmada paya dayalı kitlesel fonlamanın her yıl kullanımının arttığı görülmüştür. Bu veriler ışığında kullanımının daha da artacağı tahmin edilmektedir.
Recomendaciones para el cultivo Marzo
Authors:   Centro Nacional de Investigaciones de Café
Published: March 2024

Para marzo de 2024 se estiman precipitaciones dentro de la climatología de referencia 1991-2020 en gran parte de la región cafetera. La temperatura media del aire presentará aumentos entre 0,5°C y 2,0°C. Las variables oceánicas y atmosféricas son consistentes con un evento fuerte de El Niño, con tendencia a disminuir a moderado. Las condiciones El Niño continuarán hasta mayo de 2024.
THE IMPACT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND THE RUSSIAN INVASION OF UKRAINE ON GOLD MARKETS
Authors: Morina Fisnik , Misiri Valdrin , Dinaj Saimir , Grima Simon
Published: March 2024

Purpose – The study examines global Gold market performance and correlations between COVID-19, the Russian invasion, inflation, investors’ fear, asymmetric shocks, and the VIX (volatility index) impact on volatility.
Research Methodology – This research uses an econometric approach to analyse the impact of COVID-19 and the Russian invasion on Gold market performance – specifically the ARCH (Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity) – GARCH (Generalized Autoregressive Conditional Heteroskedasticity) Model and the Threshold-Asymmetric ARCH Model.
Findings – The study reveals that the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine have significantly impacted Gold market dynamics. Inflation significantly impacts volatility, emphasising the need for monitoring inflation rates. Investor fear increases demand during uncertainty periods, while negative shocks have a higher asymmetric effect. The VIX positively affects Gold market volatility, suggesting a perceived safe-haven status during increased volatility.
Research Limitations – Gaps in the data related to COVID-19 cases, geopolitical events, and Gold market performance could potentially introduce inaccuracies, biases or limitations to the analysis.
Practical Implications – The study’s findings have practical implications for investors, analysts, and policymakers involved in the financial investment of Gold markets.
Originality/Value – This study provides new insights into the relationships between inflation, investor fear, asymmetric shocks, and the impact of the VIX on Gold market dynamics during economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
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Authors: Joubert Gina
Published: March 2024

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Improved beluga whale optimization algorithm based cluster routing in wireless sensor networks
Authors: Yuan Hao , Chen Qiang , Li Hongbing , Zeng Die , Wu Tianwen , Wang Yuning , Zhang Wei
Published: March 2024

Cluster routing is a critical routing approach in wireless sensor networks (WSNs). However, the uneven distribution of selected cluster head nodes and impractical data transmission paths can result in uneven depletion of network energy. For this purpose, we introduce a new routing strategy for clustered wireless sensor networks that utilizes an improved beluga whale optimization algorithm, called tCBWO-DPR. In the selection process of cluster heads, we introduce a new excitation function to evaluate and select more suitable candidate cluster heads by establishing the correlation between the energy of node and the positional relationship of nodes. In addition, the beluga whale optimization (BWO) algorithm has been improved by incorporating the cosine factor and t-distribution to enhance its local and global search capabilities, as well as to improve its convergence speed and ability. For the data transmission path, we use Prim's algorithm to construct a spanning tree and introduce DPR for determining the optimal route between cluster heads based on the correlation distances of cluster heads. This effectively shortens the data transmission path and enhances network stability. Simulation results show that the improved beluga whale optimization based algorithm can effectively improve the survival cycle and reduce the average energy consumption of the network.
Rates, routes, and reasons for attending community college before medical school: An analysis of a subset of Southern California medical students
Authors: Davis Konnor , Saadat Soheil , Hardoy Christian R. , Do Trinh , Uchida Kathryn , Schlossman Jacob , Rivera Ronald , Wray Alisa
Published: March 2024

Community college (CC) has traditionally existed as a bridge between high school and a four-year, baccalaureate-awarding, university. With the ever-increasing number of CCs present in the United States and the rising numbers of applicants to medical school, there will inevitably be a substantial proportion of future physicians who have attended CC. Based on previous research, we surveyed the University of California, Irvine, School of Medicine (UCISOM) student body to assess how many students had attended CC, when and why they attended, and if they intended to practice with underserved communities in the future. A total of 30 (28.6%) of the 105 survey respondents attended CC prior to medical school. Those students cited Academic Flexibility, Financial Reasons/Affordability, and the inability to enroll in a particular course at their four-year institutions as the top three reasons for attending CC. Ten of those students (30%) reported they were informed that attending CC would negatively impact their medical school application. Older students were more likely to attend CC, and there was no statistically significant correlation between CC attendance and the number of times one applied to medical school or between CC attendance and gender, race, ethnicity, and intention to practice in underserved communities. This article highlights the understanding of the effects of CC attendance on medical school admissions while comparing our sample of 105 UCISOM students to previous research studies.
Human Resource Development as a Tool to Enhance Knowledge to Thrive in VUCA Situations
Authors: Kumar Sunil , Kumar Akyam Dushyanth
Published: March 2024

This chapter explores the challenges presented by the rapidly changing political, socio-economic, and technological landscape, often characterized as volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA). The chapter centers on the significance of HRD training initiatives in improving the knowledge and adaptability of employees. It uses a case study that takes place during the COVID-19 pandemic to explore how a private university incorporated technology into its learning management system. The study investigates how university personnel were trained in technology skills, knowledge management, and the integration of new technical systems into the university's educational framework. This case study provides insights into the wider impact of HRD in bolstering an organization's resilience in volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) settings.
Modern Governance in VUCA Environments as a Determining Factor for the Political Stability of Nation States
Authors: Medina German Fernando , del Pilar Barrera-Ortegon Andrea , Jimenez-Hernandez Pedro Rene
Published: March 2024

This chapter addresses interesting and topical issues, such as the uncertainties and tensions generated in modern companies in their relationship with governments through governance, which facilitates understanding the importance of government decisions and the expectations of citizens regarding respect for global and economic processes and social responsibility towards the environment. In addition, the concept of VUCA environments was developed, which are typical of modern society; change is inherent to nature, human beings, and the social relations of production and governance, so it is important to be aware of the proper management of resources in both private and public organizations to have natural resources that guarantee at least in the short and medium term the survival of the human species.
Governance Model From the VUCA Perspective
Authors: Pérez-Uribe Rafael Ignacio , Vargas-Ramirez Ivan , Ocampo-Guzman David
Published: March 2024

The Republic of Colombia is in the top five countries with the greatest biodiversity in the world, with more than 50,000 registered species. The climatic conditions and the location of the department of Quindío result in a mosaic of favorable conditions for the development of biodiversity. This region is home to approximately 10% of Colombian biodiversity, in the variety of ecosystems ranging from 950 meters above sea level in the La Vieja River to 4,700 meters. Due to the above, it is necessary to study under the VUCA approach to the situation of the bird tourism sector from the perspective of the public management system. The present study is based on a qualitative documentary review, the achievement of a focus group of experts, public administrators, community references, and teachers who provide a model that allows proposing a new model of multilevel governance for the sustainable development of bird tourism in the region. As conclusions, the model is presented with recommendations for its implementation.
Institutional Complexity
Authors: Vargas-Hernandez José G. , Vargas-González Omar C. , Castañeda-Burciaga Selene , Guirette-Barbosa Omar A.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the interacting internal and environmental variables of an institutionalized organizational perspective. It departs from the assumption that the institutional analysis of the interacting relations between the internal and environmental variables are critical to explain the coevolution development of organizations. The method employed originated in the conceptual, theoretical, and empirical literature review as the basis for the application of a meta-cognitive and meta-analytical methods. The analysis concludes that the interactions between the internal and environmental variables using the institutional theory makes relevant contributions to the organizational studies.
Schooled in Black Hair
Authors: Smith Melony
Published: March 2024

This chapter narrates the journey of three women through their early education into the unfamiliar realm of college, while fitting together their educational and professional pursuits within the context of their hairstyle choices. The telling of these women's stories is layered in deeply rooted connections to the socio-cultural history and experiences of Black people in American society. Each segment of the chapter begins with an overview of the history of a Black hair style and then moves on to chronicle pivotal common episodes and experiences across all three women's lives. Within the chapter, the women explore: how they felt about education early on, when and why they realized college was the next step, their college experiences, their pursuit of advanced degrees, and finally their professional lives. This exploration is narrowly focused on commonalities across the women's experiences allowing for an account of the inequities, microaggression, and racism that complicated their journey and making their triumphs all the richer.
Life Begins at 40
Authors: Baker-Gardner Ruth , Brown Suzette S. , Saunders-Grant Nicoleen
Published: March 2024

Colleges have traditionally recruited from among high school graduates to meet their enrolment targets, ignoring the possibility of exploiting the interest of older working adults who desire to enter tertiary institutions. This chapter details the experiences of 10 undergraduate students 40 and over who are currently enrolled in undergraduate programs. It explores the reasons for their late entry into tertiary education, their motivations for choosing to continue their education, the challenges they experienced, and how they overcame these challenges. This sample was chosen using purposive sampling, and data was collected using the interview method. The findings indicate that participants were unable to continue their education earlier due to financial constraints but enrolled in tertiary studies for several reasons including financial gains to be achieved and self-actualization. They experienced significant challenges while pursuing their degrees, chief among which was the difficulty of balancing school, work, and family obligations.
Halide Perovskite Materials for Photovoltaics and Lighting
Authors: Thakur Veena , Singh Sadhna
Published: March 2024

Halide perovskites have recently emerged as promising materials for low-cost, high-efficiency solar cells. The unique optoelectronic properties of perovskites include high optical absorption, high carrier mobility, long diffusion lengths, and unique ambipolar charge transport properties. Over the last two decades, halide perovskites (HPs) have been identified as one of the most promising materials in photovoltaic and light-emitting devices. Halide perovskites can be synthesized easily. Therefore, these materials are expected to be highly scalable for a variety of applications. This will require extensive research, from the basic properties to practical devices. This chapter makes an effort to highlight the advancements made in the perovskite materials for Photovoltaics cell and lighting in the recent years.