bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Multinational subsidiary's search for legitimacy: the isomorphism dilemma
Authors: Vedana Dario , Santos Renato
Published: July 2024

The development of companies is limited by institutions that create common paths for all companies, such as the need for mimetic isomorphism. However, when it comes to multinational companies (MNCs), this reality is more complex. These companies face pressure at the global level (from the headquarters and other subsidiaries). Our proposal aims to elucidate how MNCs use the principles of organizational fields in their strategy for entering new markets. We investigate Amazon's entry strategy into the Brazilian market, assessing its level of isomorphism, decoupling, and legitimation. A single case study was conducted on Amazon's entry into Brazil to analyze the consistency of Kostova, Roth & Dacin's (2008) propositions concerning the neoinstitutional theory of organizational fields. Our analysis identified five types of strategies for legitimation in the organizational field: legitimation, synergy, endorsement, innovation, and adaptation, all observed in practice in the case.
Challenges for the steel industry in terms of environmental control in the production of pig iron in the state of Minas Gerais - Brazil
Authors: Moura Juliano Avelar
Published: July 2024

This text highlights the importance of implementing an Environmental Management System (EMS) in the steel industry sector focused on pig iron production in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The text refers to the general scenario of pig iron production in Minas Gerais, addresses the main environmental impacts observed in the area of influence of the enterprises and the legislation directed at the sector. It discusses the behavior of the steel industry in the face of the need for environmental management plans and programs, and points out the possible competitive advantages of industrial companies that meet acceptable environmental and production control standards.
Profiles of physical education teachers: an analysis on social networks
Authors: Vieira Alessandra Faustino , Ramalho Carla Chagas , Freitas Milena Ranieli Rodrigues de , Vieira José Jairo
Published: July 2024

The present study aimed to observe, analyze and correlate online materials, from profiles on the social network Instagram, which showed different patterns of Physical Education teachers and their influences. For this, the investigated of this study were two users who have profiles focused on the practice of Physical Education, and had their profiles observed, with investigation of the netnographic type, and later separated into post-determined categories. With the result we observed how the two distinct profiles attribute distinct meaning to health. From this analysis, one can observe and conclude that social networks have great influence on the body pattern that is stipulated by society, since Instagram is a great ally in the spread of information.
Nutritional status and metabolic syndrome in older adults with Parkinson's disease and associated factors
Authors: Costa Áurea Júlia Belém da , Arruda Ilma kruze Grande de , Diniz Alcides da Silva , Wanderley de Sales Coriolano Maria das Graças , De Farias Junior Carlos Belarmino , Da Silva Camila Caroline
Published: July 2024

This study evaluates nutritional status and metabolic syndrome in older adults people with Parkinson's disease (PD) and associated factors. It is an analytical cross-sectional study carried out between February and August 2023, involving elderly people of both sexes, treated in the Neurology and Geriatrics outpatient clinics of a university hospital. The sample consisted of 62 participants, 31 with PD and 31 without PD. It was observed that there was no significant difference between the two groups. Elderly people with PD may be at increased risk of developing metabolic syndrome.
The Influence Of Personality, Discipline And Emotional Intelligence On Employee Performance At The Agriculture And Fisheries Department Of Lebong District
Authors: Ferdiatma Ghiyats , Anggriani Ida , Fitriano Yun
Published: July 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of personality, discipline and emotional intelligence at work on employee performance at the Lebong Regency Agriculture and Fisheries Service. The sample in this study was all employees at the Lebong Regency Agriculture and Fisheries Service who had become ASN, totaling 76 employees. Data were collected using a questionnaire and the analysis methods used were multiple linear regression, determination tests and hypothesis tests. The results of the multiple regression test show a positive direction with the regression equation Y = 7.565 + 0.178X1 + 0.354 X2 + 0.311X3. Variable X1 (Personality) has a significant effect on Y (performance). This can be seen from the significance value of 0.045 <0.05, so it can be concluded that hypothesis 1 is accepted. The variable X2 (Discipline) has a significant effect on Y (performance). This can be seen from the significance value of 0.000 < 0.05. then it can be concluded that hypothesis 2 is accepted. Variable X3 (emotional intelligence) has a significant effect on Y (performance). This can be seen from the significant value of 0.001 < 0.05, so it can be concluded that hypothesis 3 is accepted. Simultaneous test results show that H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted, between the independent variables, namely X1 (personality), X2 (discipline), smaller than 0.05.
Analysis of the financial performance of village fund allocation management based on the growth ratio and effectiveness ratio at the bandar agung village office Ulu manna sub-district
Authors: Julaili Putri Ela , Ahmad Soleh E. , Fitriano Yun
Published: July 2024

The data sources used were primary data sources and secondary data from the Village APBDes of Bandar Agung Village, Ulu Manna Sub-District, South Bengkulu Regency. Based on the results of existing data processing, the effectiveness ratio based on the calculation of the Effectiveness Ratio it can be seenthat the Village Fund Allocation Effectiveness Ratio (ADD) for the village office in 2018 was 98.83%, in 2019 it was 99.20%, in 2020 it was 99.66%, and in 2021 it was 100% and in 2022 it was 99.88%. The effectiveness of the financial performance of the Village Fund Allocation (ADD) of the Bandar Agung Village office for 2018-2022 is categorized as Effective according to the financial performance in the village. While the growth ratio from the results of data processing, it was found that the Village Fund Allocation Revenue Growth Ratio (ADD) for the finance of the office in 2018 was 0% or normal, while in 2019 it was(-0.58%), and in 2020 it experienced another increase, namely (14.90%). In 2021 it decreased by 5.06% and in 2022 it increased by 18.47%.
The Influence Of Product Quality And Price Perception On Interest In Buying Realme Smartphones At Cahaya Cell Argamakmur
Authors: Handayani Lesti , Islamuddin
Published: July 2024

The aim of the research is to determine the influence of product quality and price perception on Smartphone Realme consumer buying interest at Cahaya Cell Argamakmur. And to find out which factors most dominantly influence consumer buying interest. This research used quantitative methods on 160 respondents. The population used in this research were consumers at Cahaya Cell Argamakmur and sampling in this research was a non-probability sampling technique. Based on the results of multiple linear regression, the regression equation Y = 5.347 + 0.225 (X1) + 0.261(X2) is obtained. The research results and hypothesis show that product quality and price perception have a partial or simultaneous positive effect on consumer purchase interest
The Influence Of Motivation And Work Environment On Employee Productivity Of The Tirta Hidayah Regional Public Company (Perumda) Of Bengkulu City
Authors: Tabuma Romi , Islamuddin
Published: July 2024

A good organization is an organization that seeks to improve the capabilities of its human resources, because this is a key factor for increasing employee work productivity. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of motivation and work environment on the productivity of employees of the Tirta Hidayah Regional Public Company, Bengkulu City.This research can be classified as causal associative quantitative research. Respondents are permanent employees at the Tirta Hidayah Regional Public Company, Bengkulu City. Data were collected through questionnaires and data analysis using multiple linear regression models and processed with SPSS software.The results showed that work motivation had an effect on the work productivity of employees of the Tirta Hidayah Regional Public Company, Bengkulu City t_count (3.320) > t_table (1.986). This explains that the higher the employee's work motivation, the higher the work productivity will be. The work environment influences the work productivity of employees of the Tirta Hidayah Regional Public Company, Bengkulu City t_count (6.017) > t_tabel (1.986). This explains that the better the work environment, the higher work productivity will be. Work motivation and work environment influence the work productivity of employees of the Tirta Hidayah Regional Public Company, Bengkulu City F_count (67.122) > F_count (19.485). This explains that the higher the employee's work motivation and the better the work environment, the higher the work productivity will be.
The Effect Of Training And Career Development On Employee Performance PT. Indofood Bengkulu City
Authors: Subandrio  , Saputra Andika M
Published: July 2024

This study aims to determine the influence of training and career development on the performance of PT employees. Indofood Bengkulu City. This type of research uses quantitative descriptive research methods. The population used in this study was employees of PT. Indofood Bengkulu City. The number of respondents in the study amounted to 55 people. The method of data collection is using questionnaires and using analysis techniques using multiple linear regression analysis test and hypothesis test i.e. test t and f test. Based on the results of multiple linear regression, the form of regression equation Y= 2.441 + 0.479 X1 + 0.351 X2 and the results of t test and f test this study can be concluded that Training has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance, this is evidenced by the results of t test showing the value of thitung > ttable (3.392 > 1.674) and (sig α = 0.002 < 0.005). This means that H_0 is rejected and H_a is accepted. Career Development has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance, this is evidenced by t test results showing thitung values > ttable (3.197 > 1.674) and (sig α = 0.001 < 0.005). This means that H_0 is rejected and H_a is accepted. Training (X1) and Career Development (X2) together have a significant effect on the Performance of Employees (Y) at PT. Indofood City Bengkulu, this is proved by the F test showing a count value > ftable, i.e. 21,277 > 3.17 and (sig α = 0.000 < 0.005). This means that H_0 is rejected and H_a is accepted.
The Influence Of Environment, Promotions And Price Perceptions On Clothing Purchase Decisions In Ptm Bengkulu City
Authors: Ghea Nofarera Jessica , Ratnawili
Published: July 2024

The title of this research is The Effect of Environment, Promotion and Price Perception on Clothing Purchasing Decisions at PTM Bengkulu City. This study aims to determine which factors are most dominant in influencing Purchasing Decisions. The research was conducted from November 2023 to January 2024. The sample of this research is consumers who have made purchases and have consumption experience at the Modern Traditional Market (PTM) Bengkulu City. This research uses quantitative methods on 170 respondents. The sampling technique is probability sampling, the method used in this research is quantitative method with Multiple Linear Regression analysis using SPSS 24 for windows. Based on the results of multiple linear regression, the regression equation Y = 1.189 + 0.438 (X_1) + 0.251 (X2) + 0.641 (X3) and the coefficient of determination Adjusted R Square (R2) obtained a value of 0.683 or around (68.3%). The research results and hypotheses in this study indicate that Environment, Promotion and Price Perception have a positive effect partially or simultaneously on consumer purchasing decisions at the Modern Traditional Market (PTM) Bengkulu City.
The Effect Of Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) And Organizational Commitment On Employee Performance Of PT. Bukit Angkasa Makmur Central Bengkulu
Authors: Carolin Sherli , Bahrun Khairul
Published: July 2024

The title of this study is the effect of organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) and organizational commitment on the performance of employees of PT. Bukit Angkasa Makmur Central Bengkulu. This research is based on the importance of employee performance in an organization. Employee performance is influenced by several factors, including organizational citizenship behavior and organizational commitment. This study aims to analyze the effect of organizational citizenship behavior and organizational commitment on the performance of employees of PT. Bukit Angkasa Makmur Bengkulu.This type of research is quantitative research with a descriptive approach. The population of this study were all employees of PT. Bukit Angkasa Makmur Bengkulu. The number of research samples was 175 people. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire. Data analysis techniques using multiple linear regression analysis techniques.The results of data analysis obtained multiple linear regression equations as follows: Y = 1.083 + 0.513 X1 + 0.696 X2. The results of the analysis show that organizational citizenship behavior has a positive and significant effect on employee performance (tcount = 7.239 and Sig. = 0.000) and organizational commitment has a positive and significant effect on employee performance (tcount = 6.808 and Sig. = 0.000). Simultaneously organizational citizenship behavior and organizational commitment to employee performance (Fhitung = 175,649 and Sig. = 0.000).It is recommended to the management of PT. Bukit Angkasa Makmur Bengkulu to be able to improve employee performance by increasing organizational citizenship behavior and employee organizational commitment.
The Impact Of Training And Human Resource Development On Employee Productivity At The BPKAD Office In Bengkulu City
Authors: Afrita Mestri , Ekowati Sri
Published: July 2024

This research aims to investigate the influence of training and human resource development on employee productivity at the BPKAD Office in Bengkulu City, both partially and simultaneously. The study focuses on various factors, including training and human resource development, utilizing a quantitative research approach. The research targets 50 employees of the BPKAD Office in Bengkulu City. Data collection methods include observation, interviews, and questionnaires. Analytical techniques involve instrument testing, classical assumption testing, respondent response analysis, multiple linear regression analysis, determination coefficient analysis, and hypothesis testing. Results indicate that training has a positive and significant impact on the productivity of BPKAD Office employees in Bengkulu City. Conversely, human resource development shows a negative and significant influence on employee productivity. Therefore, it can be concluded from the research that both training and human resource development have a partial and simultaneous impact on employees at the BPKAD Office in Bengkulu City.
Analysis Of Competency Based Human Resource Development On CV. Digphotowork
Authors: Amahika Rani , Alifian Nugraha
Published: July 2024

Human resources are an important element in the company, in order to develop company performance, of course, the company needs activities or programs that focus on improving the abilities of its employees. CV. Digphotowork is a business engaged in photography services managed by employees who are professionals in their fields. The purpose of this research is to find out competency-based human resource development at CV. Digphotowork and to find out changes in terms of employee performance after this competency-based human resource development. The research method carried out is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques by observation, interview, and documentation. Data analysis is done by reducing data, presenting data, drawing conclusions or verification, and checking data validity. The results of this study indicate that this competency-based human resource development program is carried out by providing training on photography, videography, and editing. At the same time, managerial aspects are also developed so as to produce a more optimal quality of employee performance.
A Analysis of Production Management in Maintaining the Existence of SJ.Sona Jaya Ambulu Products
Authors: Putri Nur Putri Nur Indah Sari , Siti Husnul Hotima Siti Husnul Hotima
Published: July 2024

This research aims to find out the application of production management carried out, as well as to find out what obstacles are faced when carrying out production activities to maintain product existence. This research is a type of qualitative research with a descriptive type, to obtain data and information related to the problems to be studied further, researchers collect data in the form of observation, interviews and documentation. The subjects of this research are the owner and several employees of SJ.Sona Jaya. The object of this research is production management and the obstacles faced in the production process carried out by SJ.Sona Jaya. Based on the results of the study, SJ.Sona Jaya's production management carries out production by implementing four management functions which include planning, organizing, actuating and controlling.
The Perception of Parents on Early Marriage Cases in Lapandewa Kaindea Village
Authors: Salmawati  , Hastuti  , Wa Nurfida
Published: July 2024

The aim of this research is to understand how parents perceive early marriage cases in Lapandewa Kaindea Village and to determine the impact of these perceptions. The study uses social action theory and employs a qualitative research method with a descriptive qualitative data analysis approach, collecting data through observation and interviews. The informants consist of four people: parents whose children married at an early age, parents whose children did not marry at an early age, and a religious figure. The results show the perceptions of parents whose children did not marry early, the perceptions of parents about the causes of early marriage, and the perceptions of the religious figure. The factors contributing to early marriage in Lapandewa Kaindea Village include pregnancy outside of marriage, education, economic conditions, and communication factors. The impact of parents' perceptions on early marriage cases.
Strategies of the Investment and One-Stop Integrated Service Office in Increasing Investment in Jember Regency
Authors: Laila Lailatul Munawaroh , Asmuni
Published: July 2024

Economic growth in a region is influenced by investment. So that the existence of business actors either on a macro or micro scale contributes to subsequent economic growth. Therefore, the government must be responsible for the investment process so that all parts of society benefit from investment. This research argues that an adequate licensing system is interesting to study. This is because an adequate licensing system has a huge impact. For example, investment growth can increase the amount of goods or services sold, create added value, increase labor, and other economic resources. One of the objectives of this research is to find the strategies used by the efforts of the One-Stop Investment and Integrated Services Agency (DPMPTSP) in increasing investment in Jember Regency. In addition, this study also wanted to find out the factors that support and hinder the efforts of the One-Stop Investment and Integrated Services Office to increase investment in Jember Regency. The results of this study state that the Jember Regency government has created an investment strategy and improved the quality and skills of the community through training. Investors and businesses will better understand their responsibilities to report investment activities and conduct complete investment promotion activities. An additional strategy proposed by the DPMPTS of Jember Regency is local regulations relating to the investment sector. This research uses Brayson's theory explaining that strategic planning is conducted using five indicators: establishing the vision, mission and goals of the organization; conducting an analysis of the internal and external environment; finding strategic issues; and then creating a strategy. The conclusion shows that of the five measurement criteria four of them run satisfactorily. While one of them is not good, namely the strategy developed by DPMPTSP Jember Regency is less than optimal as in the case of the absence of local regulations that can support future investment, the absence of a potential map and opportunity map, as well as limited internal and external human resources.
Government of Batam City's Strategy in Implementing SEZ Policy
Authors: Ikrar  Niekha Elmawayanti Laia  , Lubna Salsabila
Published: July 2024

Regional autonomy, FTZ, KEK, institutional dualism, and special autonomy One of Indonesia's cities with the quickest growth is Batam. The Batam Authority, now known as BP Batam, constructed Batam Island in the 1970s, and it has since grown and gained a number of economic advantages. The issues Batam City is currently experiencing have existed since Batam implemented regional autonomy. An institutional dualism with the BCG, which had existed since the 1970s, evolved as a result of the BCG's arrival in 2000. The BCG served as the regional autonomy's executor and had a very strong legal and political standing. This study's goal is to acquire a general understanding of the difficulties that the City is now facing. One essential role of regional governments in the planning of regional development is their capacity to manage and implement regional development projects. because the success of the process of managing government and development operations in the region is dependent on the regional government. In Manatuto District, the community, village, village council, sub-district, and regional stakeholders are involved at the beginning of the regional development planning process. The community was unhappy when it looked at the central government's procedure for approving regional planning papers because it found that it was not based on the planning documents that were submitted to the central government. This study's objectives were to: a) Describe and examine the function of local government as an entrepreneur, coordinator, facilitator.
Management of Social Media by Public Relations of Kebumen Police Resort in Maintaining the Image of Kebumen Police Resort
Authors: Sholahuddin Muhammad Iqbal , Riski Damastuti
Published: July 2024

In mid-July, the Indonesian National Police was hit by a case that became an extraordinary that caused POLRI to be highlighted by the public at that time. This was due to the many irregularities in the case that was sticking out. Then three months later, another case involving a police general emerged, causing the police to be hit by an extraordinarily large case in one year, which attracted the attention of the public, foreigners and even the President of the Republic of Indonesia. The impact of the two cases above is a decrease in trust and image of the police in the eyes of the Indonesian people. Therefore, the National Police Chief through the police public relations division, which at that time was at the forefront of increasing public trust and the image of the police in the community, optimized digital media management and several programs which could lift the image of the police in the eyes of the community, this was also done by the units under him, one of which was the public relations section of Kebumen Police, at this time Kebumen Police had managed several digital media such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and also TikTok, according to digital media monitoring by Kebumen Police public relations members, the image of Kebumen Police had improved again
Cash Transfer Program in Olilan Village, Walea Islands Sub-District, Tojo Una-Una District
Authors: Mahadi Rusli
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the Direct Cash Assistance Program (BLT) in Olilan Village, Walea Islands Sub-district, Tojo Una-Una Regency. The research method used is a qualitative method, which is a method that analyzes and interprets words and interview results with the aim of finding the meaning of a phenomenon. The data collection techniques used were observation, interview and documentation. The data analysis technique used is the Miles and Huberman interactive model. Based on the results of the research, the analysis of the discussion of this study concludes that the direct cash transfer program (BLT) seen from the aspects of socialization, data, delay in disbursement, assistance has not been optimally carried out in Olilan Village, Walea Islands Sub-district, Tojo Una-una Regency. From the socialization aspect, this program has not been effective because the village apparatus still lacks socialization and synchronization in the implementation of the Direct Cash Assistance Program (BLT). From the data aspect, this program was also not effective because the existing data did not accommodate the poor who really needed BLT. In addition, from the aspect of delayed disbursement, this program has not run well because the disbursement of assistance through BLT is often not on time. The schedule for the distribution of assistance that had been determined through a joint meeting between the village government and the beneficiary community was often not in accordance with the plan or time that had been determined.
Implementation Of Public Services Based On The Digides Application (Digital Village) In Pondok Kelapa District, Central Bengkulu District"
Authors: Fanro
Published: July 2024

This research discusses the implementation of public services based on the Didiges application in the village government service and administration system. This research is based on Law no. 25 of 2009 concerning Public Services and Presidential Decree 95 of 2018 concerning Electronic-Based Government Systems. The aim of carrying out this research is to determine the extent of implementation of public services based on the Digides application, as well as the factors that influence its implementation in Tanete Rilau District. By using descriptive qualitative methods, this research produced several findings such as the quality of use of online administration features, online correspondence services, and the minimal use of mobile applications by residents. From the theory of Donald S. Van Meter and Carl E. Van Horn, it was found that the most influential factors in the implementation of Digides application-based public services in Pondok Kelapa District are policy standards and targets, resources, relationships between organizations, characteristics of implementing agents, social conditions, politics, and economics, as well as the disposition of implementers. Based on the results of the research analysis, the village government plays an important role as the front guard that serves the community more closely. Therefore, the village government should actively provide outreach regarding the use of the Digides application to the community so that digital transformation can run optimally.
Lost in interpretation: Reflections on the challenges associated with completing a cross-cultural cognitive rehabilitation intervention
Authors: Storey Alice , Zarotti Nicolò
Published: July 2024

This article shares the reflections on carrying out a cross-cultural cognitive rehabilitation intervention with a person not proficient in English. The aim is to highlight some of the challenges experienced throughout the process, along with lessons learnt with regards to improving accessibility for these specific populations. The reflections are shared from the perspective of an Assistant Psychologist (AS), who carried out the intervention under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist (NZ).
New Type of Extended Soft Set Operation: Complementary Extended Union Operation
Authors: SEZGİN Aslıhan , Demirci Ahmet  Mücahit , Aygün Emin
Published: July 2024

Soft set theory was proposed by Molodtsov in 1999 to model some problems involving uncertainty. It has a wide range of theoretical and practical applications. Soft set operations constitute the basic building blocks of soft set theory. Many kinds of soft set operations have been described and applied in various ways since the inception of the theory. In this paper, to contribute to the theory, a new soft set operation, called complementary extended union operation, is defined, its properties are discussed in detail to obtain the relationship of each operation with other soft set operations, and the distributions of these operations over other soft set operations are examined. We obtain that the complementary extended union operation along with other certain types of soft set operations construct some well-known algebraic structure such as Boolean Algebra, De Morgan Algebra, semiring, and hemiring in the set of soft sets with a fixed parameter set. Since Boolean Algebra is fundamental in digital logic design, computer science, information retrieval, set theory and probability; De Morgan Algebra in logic and set theory, computer science, artificial intelligence, circuit design; semirings in theoretical computer science, optimization problems, economics, cryptography and coding theory, and hemirings in combinatorics, mathematical economics, theoretical computer science, these algebraic structures provide essential tools for various applications, facilitating the analysis, design, and optimization of systems across many disciplines, and thus this study is expected to contribute to decision-making methods and cryptography based on soft sets.
Gashua Microfinance Bank and Its Impact on Small and Medium Scale Enterprises: A Mix Analyses
Authors: Muhammad Tijjani , Temidayo Adetunji Timilehin , Bukar Aisha
Published: July 2024

Objective: Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are essential in stabilizing and developing emerging economies. Access to finance and credit is vital in sustaining livelihoods and developing microenterprises. Methods: The study adopted both descriptive and chi-square to evaluate the impact of Gashua microfinance banks on small- and medium-scale enterprises in Bade Local Government, Yobe state. For this purpose, the study used representative random sampling and administered two hundred and fifty (250) questionnaires that were correctly filled out and returned. The data was analysed using regression and structural equation modeling analyses. Results: The findings revealed that Gashua microfinance banks do not significantly impact small and medium-scale businesses in the Local Government. Conclusion: The study recommended that the local government and the Gashua microfinance bank join each other and organize a workshop or seminar to educate the small and medium-scale enterprise owners and the Local Government members on the importance of microfinance. Furthermore, ethical finances should also be introduced to address those who are financially excluded due to religious reasons.
Folklore, Disability, and Plain Language: The Problem of Consent
Authors: Shuman Amy , Caldeira Olivia
Published: July 2024

This is an essay about consent and the importance of using plain language. Consent means someone gives someone else permission to do something. When we do research, we ask for consent from the people we study. We explain what we are trying to understand in our research, and we ask people to agree to participate. Everyone has the right to decide whether or not to give consent. When we ask for consent, we need to explain things in ways that people understand so they can make their own decisions. Sometimes people with intellectual disabilities are not given the right to decide whether or not to give permission to participate. People with intellectual disabilities can understand if spoken to in plain language by teachers, doctors, lawyers, parents, and caregivers, as well as by everyone else. When things are explained in plain language, people with intellectual disabilities can understand and make their own decisions about whether or not to give consent to participate.
Self-Portrait: Waking Up with/to Cat Companions
Authors: Millett-Gallant Ann
Published: July 2024

Self-Portrait: Waking Up with/to Cat Companions is a triptych composed of prismatic acrylic paint on three adjacent hexagon-shaped canvases (from left to right, 8 inches, 12 inches, and 10 inches in diameter). The central hexagon features my face, from the nose to the head, with an enlarged cat's eye on my forehead and surrounded by blooming vines. Adjacent at each side are portraits of my cats in poses that interact with my petting, amputee hands. I blend my personal history with cats, legends about cats as fortune-tellers, and mythology about women and cats as magical soothsayers to analyze this work's personal and folkloric significance.
Chicago Area Archaeological Collections at the Field Museum
Authors: Kelly Jamie , Suzukovich Eli , Lauer Lauren Fitts
Published: July 2024

From surface finds to excavated collections, the Field Museum cares for thousands of archaeological items from the Chicago area. The collections reflect those put together by several key antiquarians in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, materials recovered by early archaeologists starting in the 1920s using the Chicago Field Method, and material resulting from a pre–cultural resource management salvage excavation in the 1950s. The collections also include donations in the twentieth century by private individuals. This article contextualizes the history of these archaeological collections and their impact on recent studies and descendant communities, including the Hočąk, Baxoje, Nutachi, Jiwere, Myaamia, Kickapoo, Kaskaskia, and Potawatomi. In so doing, we outline how the provenance of these collections reflects temporal trends of museum archaeology and curation and how various epistemologies are being brought to bear by recent work of archaeologists and Indigenous artists and craftspeople.
COMPARATIVE EFFECTS OF TASK-ORIENTED PROGRAM AND PROPRIOCEPTIVE TRAINING ON BALANCE, GAIT AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN PATIENTS WITH HEMIPLEGIC STROKE
Authors: MAQBOOL S , KAMRAN S , NAZ S , AMJAD A , MAQBOOL T
Published: July 2024

This study compared the effectiveness of a Task-Oriented Program and Proprioceptive Training in improving balance, gait, and quality of life in a specific population. Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate and compare the outcomes of the Task-Oriented Program and Proprioceptive Training on participants' balance, gait, and quality of life. Methods: The study included two treatment groups: Group A (Task-Oriented Program) and Group B (Proprioceptive Training). The gender distribution and frequencies were assessed within each group. Various variables were measured at different time points, and tests for normality were conducted. Independent samples t-tests were performed to analyze the differences in mean scores between the two groups. Results: In Group A, comprising 36 participants, there were 17 males (47.2%) and 19 females (52.8%), while Group B, also with 36 participants, consisted of 16 males (44.4%) and 20 females (55.6%). At baseline, no significant difference was observed in mean Berg Balance Scale (BBS) scores between the two groups. However, after four weeks of intervention, Group A demonstrated significantly higher BBS scores than Group B (mean difference = 6.26, p < 0.001). This trend continued at week 8, with Group A showing a substantial advantage (mean difference = 14.56, p < 0.001). Regarding Motor Assessment Scale (MAS) scores, similar patterns emerged. At baseline, no significant difference was found. Still, after four weeks, Group A had significantly higher MAS scores than Group B (mean difference = 7.21, p < 0.001), which further increased at week 8 (mean difference = 13.88, p < 0.001). Conclusion: The Task-Oriented Program yielded superior outcomes compared to Proprioceptive Training in improving participants' balance, gait, and quality of life, as indicated by significantly higher BBS and MAS scores. These findings highlight the effectiveness of the Task-Oriented Program as an intervention for enhancing balance and motor performance in the specific population studied.
ASSESSMENT OF THE ROLE OF PROPHYLACTIC ANTIBIOTICS IN PREVENTING URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS FOLLOWING UROLOGICAL PROCEDURES: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Authors: HUSSAIN SA , PATUJO YH , AHMED F , AHMED N , ULLAH F , TARIQ MN , HAQ SU , IQBAL N
Published: July 2024

Urinary tract infection (UTI) can be considered one of the most frequent bacterial infections, and among the main indications for antibiotic use, in children. UTIs affect as much as 2% of the population admitted to community hospitals. Objective: The main objective of this randomized control trial was the assessment of the role of prophylactic antibiotics in preventing urinary tract infections following urological procedures. Methods: This randomized control trial was conducted at Sheikh Zayed Medical College/Hospital, Rahim Yar Khan from February 2023 to February 2024. Data were collected from 185 patients. Data were collected at baseline, immediately post-procedure, and during follow-up visits at 7, 14, and 30 days postoperatively. Baseline data included demographic information, medical history, and details of the urological procedure. Results: Data were collected from 185 patients according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. The average ages were 55.2 ± 12.3 and 54.8 ± 11.9 years, respectively. Both groups had a comparable gender distribution with approximately 70% male and 30% female. BMI was also similar, with averages of 26.7 ± 4.5 for the intervention group and 26.9 ± 4.3 for the control group. The intervention group (n=93) had 7 patients (7.5%) who experienced antibiotic-related adverse events, while the control group (n=92) reported no adverse events (0%).Conclusion: It is concluded that prophylactic antibiotics significantly reduce the incidence of postoperative urinary tract infections in patients undergoing urological procedures.
LONG-TERM OUTCOMES OF VASCULAR GRAFTS IN HEMODIALYSIS ACCESS RETROSPECTIVE COHORT STUDY
Authors: BADSHAH A , HAI A , KHAN R , ISMAIL M , SHAHZAD M , AYUBI A
Published: July 2024

Fistulas and grafts are essential for dialysis in patients diagnosed with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). The durability and efficiency of vascular grafts in hemodialysis access remain critical for patient outcomes. Objective: To evaluate the patency rate, complication rate, and efficiency of vascular graft surgery in hemodialysis access among 100 patients in the Department of Vascular Surgery at CMH Rawalpindi. Methods: This retrospective cohort study was conducted at the Department of Vascular Surgery, CMH Rawalpindi, from August 2022 to May 2024. The study analyzed the records of 100 patients treated with vascular grafts for hemodialysis access. Patient and graft characteristics, patency results, graft, and patient survival, as well as complications, were recorded. Long-term results were evaluated based on follow-up data up to five years. Statistical analyses were conducted using appropriate methods to assess patency rates and complication frequencies. Results: The study included 58 male and 42 female patients aged between 25 and 75 years. The primary patency rate was 85% at one year, 70% at three years, and 55% at five years. Complications included infection in 10% of cases, thrombosis in 15%, and stenosis in 20%. Patient satisfaction was high, with 80% reporting improved quality of life post-surgery. Conclusion: Vascular grafts provide effective long-term arteriovenous (AV) access for hemodialysis, offering reasonable primary and secondary patency rates and manageable complications. Close follow-up and timely intervention are essential to maintaining graft function and patient quality of life.
PENERAPAN METODE EKSPLORATORY DISCOVERYPADA HASIL BELAJAR SISWA KELAS IV SDIT AZZAHRA WANAJAYA CIBITUNG
Authors: Mintarti Mintarini
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini mengenai penerapan metode Eksploratory Discovery pada hasil belajar IPA siswa kelas IV di SDIT Azzahra Cibitung. Kegiatan belajar mengajar tidak terlepas dari masalah sering sekali problem yang dihadapi dalam proses belajar mengajar adalah kecenderungan para siswa yang kurang antusias begitu pula dalam pembelajaran IPA yang dialami pada siswa kelas IV diSDIT Azzahra Cibitung. Untuk itu tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui sejauh mana para siswa dapat meningkatkan pemahaman terhadap materi pelajaran IPA. Metode Eksploratory Discovery sebagai salah satu metode alternatif dalam pembelajaran IPA yang membawa siswa belajar dalam suasana yang lebih nyaman dan menyenangkan.Berdasarkan hasil penelitian setelah dilakukan penerapan metode Eksploratory Discovery dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar IPA pada siswa kelas IV diSDIT Azzahra Cibitung. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa penggunaan metode Eksploratory Discovery pada mata pelajaran IPA sangat berpengaruh terhadap peserta didik sekolah dasar.
HUBUNGAN ANTARA MINAT BELAJAR DENGAN PRESTASI BELAJAR SISWA PADA MATA PELAJARAN AL-QUR’AN HADITS DI KELAS II MI AL-FIRDAUS TELAGA MAS KOTA BEKASI
Authors: Noer Afni
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara minat belajar dengan prestasi belajar siswa pada mata pelajaran Al-Qur’an Hadits di kelas II . penelitian ini dilaksanakan di MI Al-Firdaus Telaga Mas Kota Bekasi dari bulan Agustus sampai bulan September 2021. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode yang digunakan korelasi dengan populasi dan sampel dengan jumlah yang sama sebanyak 28 responden. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi dan kuesioner (angket) menggunakan Skala Likert dan dikalibrasi dengan uji validasi. Uji validasi dihitung dengan memakai Expert judgement dan uji koefisien korelasi.Hasil penelitian ini menggunakan bantuan Ms.Excel. uji hipotesis melalui uji koefisien korelasi dan didapatkan hasil sebesar 0,970 > 0,374 menunjukan ada hubungan positif yang signifikasi antara dua variabel. Berdasarkan hasil analisis uji t diperoleh sebesar 53,084 > 2,056 sehinga dapat disimpulkan bahwa Ho ditolak dan Ha diterima dengan determinasi 94,09% prestasi belajar Al-Qur’an Hadits di pengaruhi oleh minat belajar dan 05,91% dipengaruhi oleh faktor lain.
ANALISIS DESKRIPTIF PENGGUNAAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS ONLINE OLEH GURU PADA PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA KELAS IV DI SDIT ATSSURAYYA CIKARANG UTARA
Authors: Anisa Lavenia
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuktikan dan mendeskripsikan Penggunaan Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Online Oleh Guru Pada Pembelajaran Matematika Kelas IV Di SDIT Atssurayya Cikarang Utara. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada bulan Agustus 2021 di SDIT Atssurayya Cikarang Utara. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif yang bersifat analisis deskriptif. Penelitian ini dilakukan menggunakan teori Milles Hubermen yaitu pengumpulan data, reduksi data, penyajian data, dan kesimpulan. Pengumpulan data didapatkan dari hasil observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi sekolah tersebut. Hasil yang didapatkan dari penelitian ini  bahwa penggunaan media pembelajaran berbasis online oleh guru pada pembelajaran matematika sangat berpengaruh terhadap peserta didik kelas IV. Penggunaan media pembelajaran berbasis online oleh guru pada pembelajaran matematika dapat membuat cara penyampaian materi lebih singkat dan jelas.
HUBUNGAN ANTARA KONTROL SISWA DENGAN TINGKAT AGRESI VERBAL SISWA KELAS IV SDIT AL-FUDHOLY SETU KAB. BEKASI
Authors: Iin Indri Yanni Kusumawati  , Muhamad Abdul Gofur
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuktikan adanya hubungan antara kontrol siswa dengan tingkat agresi verbal siswa. Subjek pada penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas IV SDIT Al-Fudholy Setu Kabupaten Bekasi Tahun Pelajaran 2022/2023 yang berjumlah 29 siswa sebagai sampel utuh dengan teknik sampling jenuh. Metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini yaitu kuantitatif korelasional. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam mengumpulkan data adalah kuesioner kontrol siswa dan tingkat agresi verbal siswa. Data yang terkumpul kemudian dianalisis dengan menggunakan teknik analisis korelasi Pearson Product Moment yang dibantu dengan program Microsoft Excel 2013. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan rxy = -0.623  dimana rhitung (-0.623) > rtabel (0.367) pada α = 0.05 hal ini menunjukkan bahwa terdapat hubungan yang signifikan dan negatif antara kontrol siswa dengan tingkat agresi verbal siswa kelas IV di SDIT Al-Fudholy Setu Kabupaten Bekasi sehingga hipotesis diterima, semakin rendah kontrol siswa maka tingkat agresi verbal siswa semakin tinggi begitu juga sebaliknya dengan sumbangan efektif 38.81% yang dipengaruhi oleh variabel bebas dalam penelitian ini dan 61.19% lainnya dipengaruhi oleh variabel diluar penelitian.
Forecasting Chinese Sports Industry Revenue from 2024 to 2030: A Comparative Model Analysis
Authors: Wu Fang
Published: July 2024

In the past decades, the rapid development of the sports economy has become one of the most important factors in Chinas economy. This research uses three mathematical models to predict the specific revenue of China's sports industry from 2024 to 2030. The Grey Theory Prediction Model and the recursive algorithm were used in previous research to make revenue forecasts. The research and comparison indicate a large difference between the real income and the predicted results of the models. This paper proposed a novel predicting method improved by the ARMAX-BP prediction model. The results show that the predicted result of ARMAX-BP is much more accurate than the first two models on the revenue forecast of the sports industry from 2010 to 2020. The prediction model can help sports investors plan their careers and investments precisely.
Study on gravity anomaly data separation methods in Qingchengzi mining area, Eastern Liaoning
Authors: Liu Yingchun , Yu Yunliang , Gao Xiangwei , Zang Panpan
Published: July 2024

With the rapid advancement of computer technology, gravity field data processing and interpretation methods have become increasingly important in the study of subsurface geological structures. This research systematically processes and analyzes gravity anomaly data from the Qingchengzi mining area in eastern Liaoning using various methods such as upward continuation and radial average power spectrum for potential field separation. Through detailed steps including data gridding, frequency domain analysis, and filter design, the study successfully separates shallow and deep geological anomalies, revealing the complex underground structural characteristics of the study area. Results indicate that the radial average power spectrum method enhances both high and low anomalies in the separated residual gravity anomalies, with clearer anomaly edges that closely match the positions of exposed rock bodies on the surface. This research verifies the significant advantages of modern gravity field processing technology in improving data interpretation accuracy and understanding subsurface structures, providing robust technical support for geological exploration and resource assessment, and laying a foundation for subsequent geological structure studies.