bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Impact of Diffusion of Innovation on Classroom Management
Authors: Ghufron M. A. , Mardiana Harisa
Published: October 2023

The integration of digital technology in the school environment has led to transformative changes in classroom management, affecting both teachers and students. Teachers play a central role in this process, and research on classroom management innovations highlights various variables that influence learning outcomes. Consequently, schools must grasp the implications of adopting these innovative practices. This study employs a qualitative approach, focusing on in-depth exploration of specific scenarios related to the use of digital technology in classroom management. Interviews were conducted with school administrators, including principals, teachers, and students from secondary schools. The findings indicate that the post-COVID-19 learning environment, with the widespread use of digital technology, has significantly impacted students. The incorporation of digital tools has empowered students to manage their time effectively and actively participate in class activities. Teachers, on the other hand, have embraced digital technology for online classes and blended learning approaches, thereby enhancing students’ understanding and engagement in learning. Additionally, the evaluation processes implemented by schools have facilitated the establishment of effective learning models, resulting in the successful diffusion of innovation in classroom management. Future research could further enhance the curriculum and education system by exploring additional opportunities for utilizing digital technology in education.
Keywords: diffusion of innovation, digital technology, management class 1
Honesty and Empathy Character-building Training for Children Under Care of Foster Parents
Authors: Nurlaili Wangi Eneng , Rosiana Dewi Sartika Dewi , Aslamawati Yuli , Mutya Lutfiani Siti
Published: October 2023

SOS Childrens Villages is a non-profit, non-governmental social organization that actively supports childrens rights, namely a loving family and home. In this case, SOS Childrens Villages is committed to providing shelter and care for children who have or are at risk of losing their parental care. To increase the ability of foster parents, it is necessary to provide further training on improving parenting skills about honesty and empathy to foster parents through roleplay and case examples. A focused group discussion was conducted to collect the data from 12 foster parents. The results of this training were effective where foster parents have succeeded in increasing their knowledge and skills in applying the values of honesty and empathy. The suggestion in this study is that it can be held offline so it will be easier for parents to understand the material. For the next collaboration, the training will be discussed in more depth what underlies the honesty or openness of children and empathy for children.
Keywords: honesty, empathy, children, SOS children village
The Impact of Hoax Educational Content on Instagram in Improving People's Digital Literacy Skills
Authors: Fardiah Dedeh , Darmawan Ferry , Rinawati Rini , Wira Cholifah Yuristia , Ibrahim Abdullah Sandi
Published: October 2023

The main challenge of today’s society is the massive use of digital media, providing benefits for its users and the potential for various problems to arise. The lack of digital literacy skills in using hardware and software causes the use of digital media that is not optimal, causing violations of citizens’ digital rights. Low ethics in using digital media can create a digital space that contains much harmful content. Weak digital security has the potential to cause leakage of personal data and digital fraud. The purpose of the study was to use correlational research methods to find the educational impact of hoax content carried out by Jabarsaberhoaks through Instagram in increasing digital literacy. The study population were Instagram followers @jabarsaberhoaks, with a sample of 400 people. The results showed that the ”Jabar Saber Hoaks” strategy in monitoring the spread of fake news on social media uses active and passive monitoring. Education to the public in minimizing the space of fake news on social media was carried out using digital literacy for all components of the society. The intensity of accessibility and the technique of presenting hoax educational content on Instagram @jabarsaberhoaks has no impact on people’s digital literacy skills. Meanwhile, how hoax educational content is delivered on Instagram @jabarsaberhoaks, affects people’s digital literacy skills.
Keywords: literacy, digital, hoax, hoax education
Identification Relation of Communitarianism Values in ASEAN as an Intergovernmental Organization
Authors: Poedjiastoeti Sri , Husni Syam Mohammad , Nurcahyono Arinto
Published: October 2023

Tensions after the end of the World War and the struggle for ideological influence between the western and eastern alliances in the Southeast Asia Region, inspired several countries in this region to gather a forum, which was eventually known as ASEAN, to create a prosperous, peaceful, safe, and stable Southeast Asia region. ASEAN’s joint decisions are taken through consensus, which embodies the spirit of togetherness (communitarian) in ASEAN to complete common affairs. Although later in its implementation, it is left to each member country. Communitarianism values have become a foundation that underlies the establishment of ASEAN and have enabled ASEAN to survive well until now. In its development, ASEAN does not count itself into a whole society because ASEAN cooperates with other countries. They raise the question of how far the influence of the value of communitarianism is in ASEAN legal and policy instruments. The research uses normative juridical and hermeneutic approaches as a philosophical method. The problems studied are about the matters contained in communitarianism, value relations in ASEAN, and the implementation of communitarianism values in ASEAN in both text and context. The result of this research is to know the relationship between communitarianism values in ASEAN and their implementation in the instruments of ASEAN Law. Eventually, they become the basis to reinforce cooperation in ASEAN.
Keywords: communitarianism, ASEAN, intergovernmental organisation
Effect of Community Participation Levels on Tourism Village Development
Authors: Puspitasari Rochman Gina , Siddatul Akliyah Lely , Fardani Irland , Tarlani Tarlani , Hamada Faizal , Nurhasanah Halimah
Published: October 2023

Tourism is a catalyst for community economic development in cities and villages. In Indonesia, the central government encourages village governments and their communities to turn their villages into tourist villages. This is an effort to improve the village’s economy. Lamajang Village is one of the tourist villages in Bandung Regency and is categorized as a pioneer tourism village even though it has been designated as a tourist village for more than 10 years. Previous studies have stated that the success of developing a tourist village depends on the level of acceptance and support of the local community. This study aims to identify forms of community empowerment and measure the level of community participation in the development of tourism villages. The study approach uses the Arstein ladder of participation theory which suggests eight levels of participation and case study. The analysis uses a quantitative approach and is equipped with a qualitative approach to deepen the social phenomena. Data collection were done using in-depth interviews and questionnaires. The method of analysis used content analysis and scoring. This study found that the level of community participation in the development of tourism villages is 86.2% or at a moderate level. Particularly, the level of participation is very high for the form of participation on consultation and placement, and very low on citizen control. These results indicate that high community participation is not the only factor that can determine the success of developing a tourist village.
Keywords: participation, community, village tourism, development
Social Cohesion Constrution in the Space of the Astana Gunungjati
Authors: H Agustina I , Hindersah H , Chofyan I , A Sevilla K , Matondang C
Published: October 2023

Astana Gunungjati is a complex of cemeteries for Cirebon Sultanate kings and their descendants. The Kasepuhan Palace, Kanoman Palace, and Kacirebonan Palace are the three palaces or known as keraton that still serves as the current physical representation of the Cirebon Sultanate. Sunan Gunungjati, one of the kings, is also a Muslim evangelist or the Wali Songo, who is interred at Astana Gunungjati. One of the pilgrimage tourism attractions in Cirebon Regency is the tomb complex. Although the heritage values of the buildings and traditions are still well preserved, the social cohesion that is formed from the existence of the cemetery which has been established since the 14th century is not well documented. A component of the area’s intangible assets that must be documented for area conservation is social cohesion. The purpose of the research is to describe how the Astana Gunungjati space was built and how it contributed to social cohesiveness. The Assabiyah Concept from Ibn Khaldun is the approach method that is applied, along with the hermeneutic approach. The findings show the quality of the community such as (1) obedience to unwritten rules; (2) pride and sincerity to be a kuncen; (3) recognition of the existence of Sunan Gunungjati as King and Guardian who brings the truth of Islam. The study findings in the form of the construction of social cohesion became the material for the documentation of intangible heritage in this area.
Keywords: cohesion-social-Assabiyah, hermeneutics, intangible-heritage
The Effectiveness of Zakat Management at Desa Berdaya, Mekarwangi Village, Lembang
Authors: Nurhasanah Neneng , Ramdan Hidayat Asep , Hayatuddin Amrullah , Efendi Nur , Sukaeningsih Nining , Nurul Fadhilah Salma , Asiyah Nur Arifah Siti
Published: October 2023

Implementing productive zakat is still facing obstacles, including mustahiq who cannot be trusted in managing the business both operationally and mentally when receiving capital/money. Managing productive zakat is technically more difficult than distributing consumptive zakat, both in terms of procedures and responsibilities. Several studies also showed that the distribution of productive zakat funds did not significantly affect mustahiq’s profits and business income. Even if productive zakat affected the growth of mustahiq micro-enterprises, it did not affect their welfare. However, this did not dampen Rumah zakat as zakat manager to continue to develop productive zakat management. Desa Berdaya Program is a community empowerment process carried out by Rumah zakat Facilitator in a certain area and time, by helping to accelerate the improvement of existing problems in the area. This study aimed to analyze the success of Rumah zakat in managing zakat productively and its obstacles. This study used a qualitative method with an analytical descriptive approach. Primary data sources were obtained through interviews and direct observation of the Mekarwangi village, as one of the villages that received the program. Secondary data sources were obtained through literature study and documentation. This study used thematic analysis to analyze qualitative data from the results of interviews and observations made. The results concluded that Desa Berdaya Program of Rumah Zakat had succeeded in increasing 55% of beneficiaries (mustahiq) to become entrepreneurs, farmers, and breeders who have a steady income and continue to increase. However, this success was slow since it took seven years of coaching rather than four.
Keywords: effectiveness, productive zakat, Desa Berdaya program, Rumah zakat
El uso de los elementos del Qipao en los diseños de Christian Dior desde una perspectiva semiótica
Authors: Xie Fang , Zhou Jing
Published: October 2023

El Qipao, como vestido chino tradicional, no sólo tiene los distintivos caracteres nacionales, sino también posee la riqueza artística, lo que lo convierte en un modelo de la estética del traje chino.
Diseño de instrumento para la identificación de los imaginarios que reposan en el vestuario en la construcción de la identidad de género
Authors: Palacio López Sandra Milena , Arango-Lopera Carlos Andrés
Published: October 2023

La presente investigación tiene como objetivo plantear el diseño de una herramienta de investigación que permite ahondar e identificar la caracterización de los elementos de vestuario, la representación social del significado de cada elemento y la mediación de estos en la construcción de la identidad de género.
Struktura techniczna przedsiębiorstw i jej wpływ na aktywność innowacyjną – przypadek Pomorza Zachodniego
Authors: Szopik-Depczyńska Katarzyna , Gorączkowska Jadwiga
Published: October 2023

Artykuł prezentuje wyniki badań prowadzonych w latach 2009-11 w województwie zachodniopomorskim na grupie 729 przedsiębiorstw przemysłowych. Głównym celem badań było określenie wpływu reprezentowanego poziomu techniki na aktywność innowacyjną. Hipotezą badawczą jest twierdzenie, że skłonność przedsiębiorstw do wdrażania innowacyjnych rozwiązań rośnie wprost proporcjonalnie do stopnia zaawansowania techniki wytwarzania, którą wykorzystują badane podmioty. Hipoteza została zweryfikowana pozytywnie, głównie w odniesieniu do atrybutów innowacyjności takich jak: ponoszenie nakładów na B+R, inwestycje w nowe budynki i grunty oraz współpraca o charakterze innowacyjnym z jednostkami PAN.
В канун захвата Мстиславом Мстиславовичем Галича (конец марта – начало апреля 1221 г.)
Authors: Voloshchuk Myroslav
Published: October 2023

Статья посвящена анализу состава участников развернувшегося в конце марта –самом начале апреля 1221 г. сражения за город Галич. Ключевыми сторонами конфликта были: король Галичины и венгерский принц Коломан со своими союзниками с одной стороны, и представитель смоленской ветви рода Мстиславовичей, князь Торческа Мстислав Мстиславович со своими – с другой. Значительный объем информации и ее эмоциональная подача в исторических источниках XIII–XVII вв., позволяют с уверенностью отнести упомянутую битву к одной из самых масштабных не только в Галицкой земле (и конкретно – за ее столицу), но и в целом – во владениях Рюриковичей домонгольского времени. Это подтверждается не только результатами просопографических исследований, проведенных в данной публикации, но и уникальным для русько-венгерских междинастических отношений первым и единственным фактом пленения руським князем венгерско-польской венценосной четы, длительного пребывания под стражей и последовавших многоуровневых дипломатических переговоров об условиях ее освобождении. Блистательная победа князя Мстислава обуславливалась как количеством ресурсов, мобилизованных для проведения кампании из Киевской, Смоленской земель, половецкой Степи, так и уверенностью защитников Галича в своем надежном положении. Более чем за год Коломан и его соратники не только укрепились в городе, сперва выгнав, а позже отразив нападения врага, но и атаковали в ответ. Фатальность положения галичского короля в канун захвата столицы руськими князьями обуславливалась также отсутствием его отца Андрея II в Венгрии. Королевская чета в составе большой делегации в начале марта 1221 г. отправилась к болгарским границам, о чем должен был узнать Мстислав Мстиславович, и что, собственно, не позволило Арпадам оперативно прийти на помощь осажденному Коломану.
Preparing for a Vendetta: Family Feuds in Medieval Tuscany
Authors: Szolnoki Zoltán
Published: October 2023

According to contemporary chroniclers, street fights were daily events in medieval Tuscan cities. In an urban environment, mental and tactical preparedness was necessary, although it was also important to know the inner politics of the city. The background of these conflicts was primarily described by the great urban history writers such as Giovanni Villani and Dino Compagni, but there are also special type sources, the so-called ricordanze, that show different elements of this micro-warfare phenomenon. These sources, which can be defined as merchant diaries, had a more personal viewpoint than the great chronicles, and as for the studies on the roots of the conflicts, it was more practical. The Velluti-Mannelli vendetta which happened in 1295 – written down by Donato Velluti – tells us about conscious time and place planning. The attacks had to be prepared not just politically and tactically, but from the economical point of view, too – which also transpires from the chronicle of Luca di Firidolfi da Panzano, who wrote about the hunting for his father’s murderers. The avengers travelled hundreds of kilometres and used the tools of medieval scouting and spycraft. In this paper, I explain and examine the thoughts of the ricordanze authors and conclude my article with a discussion on conflict resolution strategies. Although for medieval writers the most important elements were the fights, based on the parts of the ricordanze that mention the background of the feuds and the logical structure of the narratives we can also examine the situations that led to the war. Thus, we can attempt to analyse the families’ strategies associated with the preparation for conflict and the orchestrating of the raids and combats.
Mobilisation of the Armies of the Polish – Lithuanian Commonwealth before the Battle of Pereyaslav in 1630
Authors: Kovalets Taras
Published: October 2023

This article outlines the mobilisation efforts made by both the Royal and the Hetman’s Chancellery with the aim of concentrating the maximum armed forces of the Crown army to suppress the uprising of the Zaporozhian Host under the command of Taras Fedorovych and Anton But. Particular aspects of the mobilisation were considered, such as the methodology of its implementation with regard to units of the so-called ‘quarter’ army (Polish: wojsko kwarciane), foreign troops, private cavalry banners, separate banners of the Lithuanian army, and the remnants of the Zaporozhian Host that remained loyal to the Commonwealth. Based on various published and archival sources (registers of army levies, official and private letters, narrative texts, etc.), the geography and chronology of the movement of the Commonwealth army units during this mobilisation, their composition, numbers, and the names of their commanders have been established as far as possible. Particular attention was paid to aspects of the mobilisation of the private cavalry banners of the local magnates from the Zbaraski, Zasławski-Ostrogski, and Zamoyski families, which have been little studied by historians so far, although soon after their mobilisation provided significant support for the quarter army. The beginning of the long and difficult mobilisation of a foreign regiment under the command of Jakub Butler and the Denhoff brothers and the preparation of the Crown artillery for the campaign are also discussed.The research also helped to conclude that after the first stages of mobilisation before the Battle of Pereyaslav, Field Crown Hetman Stanisław Koniecpolski had sufficient forces (in terms of quality and numbers) to stop the main part of the insurgents’ army and to attempt to engage the enemy in gruelling battles in open field.
Fructose as a novel nutraceutical for acetaminophen (APAP)-induced hepatotoxicity
Authors: Rodrigues Kyle , Hussain Rawdat , Cooke Sarah , Zhang Gary , Zhang Deqiang , Yin Lei , Tong Xin
Published: October 2023

Acetaminophen (APAP) is the most widely used analgesic in the world. APAP overdose can cause severe hepatotoxicity and therefore is the most common cause of drug-induced liver injury. The only approved treatment for APAP overdose is N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) supplementation. However, the narrow efficacy window of the drug severely limits its clinical use, prompting the search for other therapeutic options to counteract APAP toxicity. Recent research has pointed to fructose as a novel nutraceutical for APAP-induced liver injury. This review summarizes the current understanding of the molecular mechanisms underlying APAP-induced liver injury, introduces how fructose supplementation could prevent and treat APAP liver toxicity with a focus on the ChREBPα-FGF21 pathway, and proposes possible future directions of study.
The utilization of children’s oral literature as a literacy tool: Northern Sotho rhymes and folktales
Authors: Mojapelo Maishiko Doreen
Published: October 2023

The comprehension of oral literature is very crucial as it is the literature that is readily available, that is at no cost most of the time. If used well, it can play a huge role in combating some of the issues of literacy. Due to oral tradition being part of many people’s cultures, it is one literature that can be relied upon in a country that has varied socio-economic issues. It is considered that oral literature is an important entry point to the meaning of verbal texts and that it plays an important role in exposing children to words. This article analyses selected Northern Sotho rhymes and folktales as forms of oral literature that can be utilised in addressing literacy challenges, demonstrating how teachers and learners can use rhymes and folktales as a teaching and learning resource. The article has demonstrated that some rhymes can teach children sequence of events, colours, different animals, cooperation, social skills and be a form of exercise. Folktales add on to their vocabulary and impart some moral skills.
Gender inequality facing women in leadership as the hindrance to achieving sustainable development in Africa
Authors: Enaifoghe Andrew , Durokifa Anuoluwapo
Published: October 2023

The study examined the impact of the gender inequality gap in administration which serves as a interference to achieving sustainable social and economic development in Africa. The existence of gender differences has been overlooked in management and leadership research; hence it remains a reality that women are underrepresented in leading management positions in general on the ground, and particularly in leadership roles. The main question is if women’s call to occupy leadership positions is a complete reality or if it is purely a pursuit for political acceptability. Gender gaps in the workforce over the last two decades remained largely unaffected, notwithstanding the increased number of women who have acquired education. Qualitatively, data was primarily collected through secondary content. The need to improve the education systems in low and middle-income countries is recommended, as all countries can reap the benefit of optimizing their deployment of female-skilled professionals and leverage their talent.
Institutional development as a tool to facilitate economic access for South Africa’s SMEs: the case of the Development Bank of Southern Africa
Authors: Nhleko Zeph , Ladzani Watson , Seeletse Solly
Published: October 2023

The lack of economic access is one of the main challenges facing small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It contributes to the elevated levels of unemployment and slows the resolution of high inequality and poverty in South Africa. Economic access is the ability of historically disadvantaged individuals and entities to participate in the economy. This study aimed to explore how institutional development can support economic access for SMEs. The study explored how setting up new or improving existing socio-economic structures or legal entities could support economic access for SMEs. The support received by SMEs in South Africa from three institutions, the Independent Power Producer Office (IPPO), the Infrastructure Delivery Division (IDD) and the Development Laboratories (DLabs), set up by the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) was assessed. Quantitative data from the DBSA and IPPO, as well as qualitative views from informants, were used to assess the economic access of SMEs. The study shows that the IPPO, IDD and DLabs added value by achieving the objectives for which they were created. Furthermore, the results show that institutional development supports economic access for SMEs, and that this support is scalable. The study showed that institutional development could be a tool to support SMEs to participate in the economy. This study contributes to the body of knowledge on ways to support SMEs to grow and contribute to reducing unemployment, inequality and poverty.
Innovative strategies to enhance HIV service delivery among female sex workers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Zimbabwe
Authors: Tshivhase Livhuwani , Moyo Idah
Published: October 2023

Globally, access to HIV services by key populations has always been a challenge even prior the emergence of Coronavirus disease in 2019 (COVID-19). With reference to Zimbabwe, sex workers experienced challenges in accessing HIV services as was exacerbated by the pandemic and related lockdown restrictions. In the given context, it was critical to develop innovative approaches to increase female sex workers’ access to HIV treatment. Such approaches help prevent treatment interruption and contribute to HIV epidemic control. The study aimed to explore and describe the innovative approaches that were adopted to enhance HIV service delivery among female sex workers during the COVID-19 pandemic in Zimbabwe. A qualitative, descriptive phenomenological design was used to attain the study’s objective. Ten purposefully sampled participants were individually interviewed following a semi-structured interview guide. Data were analysed using Colaizzi’s seven steps. The research findings yielded the following themes: participants received differentiated HIV service delivery through community-based outreach, virtual psychosocial interventions, and support systems through peers, family, and institutions. The innovative approaches to promote HIV service delivery during COVID-19 enhanced female sex workers’ access to differentiated person-centred care and promoted treatment continuity. Community workers were also vital in supporting their peers’ treatment adherence. The lessons drawn from this study are critical and can be utilised in different settings.
Neutralising the digital divide: is blended learning a viable solution?
Authors: Makumane Makhulu , Mataka Tawanda W. , Sengai Walter , Ngcobo S.
Published: October 2023

The digital divide (DD), which refers to the gap resulting from unequal access to digital technology hardware, software and ideological-ware resources, arises from disparities in accessing, material and physical resources that enable internet access. In the contemporary world, this divide extends beyond internet access to include the ability to manipulate educational technologies in the knowledge building process. Therefore, the installation of the internet infrastructure in communities should not be considered as the sole facility to access. In attempting to curb the DD, blended learning is seen to be a possible viable option. It is against this backdrop that this article sought to explore the role of blended learning in neutralising DD. This qualitative case study employed the resources and appropriation theory as a lens to analyse DD as a result of societal inequalities and unequal distribution of resources. The community of Inquiry (COI) framework was also used as a theoretical lens to guide the implementation of social and cognitive knowledge-building in a blended learning context. The reported study employed purposive sampling involving 26 participants who were the recipients of blended learning in one institution of higher learning (HEI) in Lesotho. Data were generated through reflective journals and one-on-one semi-structured interviews, and guided analysis was used to interpret the generated data. The findings established that blended learning has the capacity to neutralise DD, as it affords students the flexibility to design and engage in individualised learning experiences through both offline and online modes of teaching and learning, thereby meeting their access needs. The recommendation proposed in this article, thus, is for HEIs to adopt blended learning to eliminate categorical inequalities and social divisions in education, ideally promoting equilibrated inclusion of individuals from diverse socio-economic backgrounds in the teaching and learning process.
Challenges during installation and maintenance of water delivery infrastructure: a citizen perspective
Authors: Mokgobu Matlou Lesley , Mason Roger B Mason , Dobbelstein Thomas Dobbelstein
Published: October 2023

The installation and maintenance of water infrastructure in South African cities poses a challenge to communities, municipalities, and installation contractors, who face problems such as inadequate access to homes, traffic jams, inadequately barricaded trenches, leaking water pipes, water supply cut-offs, vandalism, and theft of water. The research problem, therefore, involves an inadequate understanding of what drives these problems and how to mitigate them through better management. The aim of this study was to investigate the challenges of managing water infrastructure as perceived by the citizens of a South African municipality. The study was a descriptive and cross-sectional survey, with data collected, via a literature derived, emailed questionnaire, from a self-selected non-probability sample of 402 City of Tshwane residents. Analysis, via SPSS Version 27, used descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings revealed that both the municipality and the contractors contributed to the challenges experienced by citizens, with maintenance challenges being more serious than installation challenges. Municipal and political challenges were the main drivers, with political ownership of construction companies and political interference being the biggest problems. The findings contributed to a better understanding of the challenges inhibiting effective installation and maintenance of water infrastructure, and are important to the municipality, and the community at large, because they contribute to a better understanding of service delivery from the citizens’ perspectives.
The impacts of perceived leadership integrity, psychological safety, and organizational culture in sustaining employee voice
Authors: Adekanmbi Foluso , Ukpere Wilfred
Published: October 2023

The effects of organizational culture, psychological safety, and perceived leadership integrity on employee voice in organizations are evaluated in this paper. Ten (10) companies in South Africa and Nigeria's financial, service, and manufacturing sectors served as the sample for this research. Intentionally, surveys were disseminated to 200 employees from five workplaces in Nigeria and 200 employees from five workplaces in South Africa. To test the investigation's hypotheses and collect data on participants' opinions on corporate culture, psychological safety, leadership integrity, and employee voice, 400 people were recruited. One hundred eighty-one (180) surveys were discovered in Nigeria, while one hundred eighty-three (183) surveys were found in South Africa. The data was collected and analyzed using SPSS version 29 (Statistical Packages for Social Sciences). According to this study, perceived leadership integrity positively and significantly impacts employee voice in South African and Nigerian organizations. It also showed how employee voice in South African and Nigerian organizations is favorably influenced considerably by perceived leadership integrity. Further, it demonstrated how perceived corporate culture favorably influences employee voice in South African and Nigerian organizations. Additionally, this study showed how employee voice in South Africa and Nigeria is positively impacted by perceived leadership integrity, psychological safety, and organizational culture.
SIMULATION METHOD FOR MEASURING THE IMPACT ENERGY OF RAIL VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A SOFT ABSORBER
Authors: LISOWSKA Aleksandra , SANECKI Henryk , SZKODA Maciej
Published: October 2023

This paper presents a simulation method for testing the energy absorbed by the absorption systems of rail vehicles equipped with a soft absorber. The method makes it possible to verify the actual behavior of the absorption system during the impact of two vehicles. The first part of this paper describes the structural elements of a railway vehicle performing the function of an energy absorber during an impact according to the EN 15227 standard. A soft absorber, the so-called honeycomb, is analyzed in detail. It is a multicellular structure often used in rail vehicles due to its properties of controlled deformation. The literature review describes the research conducted on this element. The analytical part of this paper describes a general mathematical model of a rail vehicle collision according to Scenario 1, in which the collided vehicles are of the same type, and Scenario 2 for vehicles of different types. A computational impact simulation for the two scenarios has been carried out using the specialist software Mathcad, and the results are presented in graphs. The paper ends with conclusions presenting the application possibilities of the developed tool.
ESTIMATING THE DEMAND FOR RAILWAY FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION: A CASE STUDY IN KAZAKHSTAN
Authors: SULTANBEK Madiyar , ADILOVA Nazdana , SŁADKOWSKI Aleksander , KARIBAYEV Arnur
Published: October 2023

This article focuses on the critical importance of demand estimates for effective planning and decision-making in the railway freight transportation industry. Various departments within transportation companies, including marketing, production, distribution, and finance departments, heavily rely on accurate demand forecasts to make informed decisions. Forecasting demand is a crucial aspect of managing business processes, and the methods for doing this can vary across different industries. The ultimate goal remains consistent—to obtain precise predictions of future demand by analyzing historical data and current environmental factors. In the context of transportation services, accurate demand forecasting is essential for successful operational planning and management of functional areas such as transportation operations, marketing, and finance. The current case study specifically examines the National Company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), a transport and logistics holding engaged in rail transportation in Kazakhstan. KTZ’s main sources of income are related to freight transportation. The volume of cargo transportation (in tons) and the freight turnover play a significant role in assessing demand and forecasting future revenues from freight traffic. Different techniques for demand forecasting are explored, including qualitative and quantitative methods. Qualitative methods rely on judgments and opinions, while quantitative methods utilize historical data or identify causal relationships between variables. Overall, the present study highlights the critical role of demand forecasting in the railway freight transportation industry and its impact on efficient planning and decision-making processes.
Kewenangan Pemerintah Pusat dan Daerah dalam Kerangka Green Tax Reform
Authors: Novikasari Siti Rahma
Published: October 2023

This research is aimed at examining the dynamics of the authority of the Central Government and Regional Governments as well as examining the expansion of authority that can be granted within the framework of green tax reform. This research uses juridical legal research methods with historical, conceptual, statutory, and comparative approaches. The results of the study concluded that the 3 (three) green tax reforms that have been implemented in Indonesia have strengthened several authorities, however, there are degraded authorities such as the authority to impose sanctions, resolve administrative disputes and budget authority. The authority of the central government and regional governments needs to be expanded and strengthened in the next green tax reform, specifically in the form of the authority to add potential types of environmental taxes in the regions, the authority for green budgeting, tax incentives/fiscal convenience, and the reorganization of the authority to grant administrative sanctions and resolve disputes administratively.
Legal Construction of Stateless Person Who Resides in Indonesia in Terrorist Financing
Authors: Lisanawati Go , Putro Yaries Mahardika
Published: October 2023

This research aims to describe and to analyze Article 2 (2) point g of the Indonesian Terrorism Financing Law and to identify its formal requirements. The approaches used in this paper are statutory and conceptual. As a normative study, this paper exhibits that there is the possibility of Stateless Persons residing in Indonesia as perpetrators of Terrorist Funding in accordance with Article 2 (2) point g of Law No. 9 of 2013. However stateless persons can also be refugees. Thus it is crucial to bear in mind that Article 2 (2) point g of Law No. 9 of 2013 does not regulate the financing of terrorism carried out by refugees. Therefore, proper legal construction is needed to develop adequate provisions to fight terrorism financing. Indonesia must be responsible for providing permanent mechanisms to limit the movement of funds for terrorists involving refugees or asylum seekers.
Akuntabilitas Penegakan Hukum Terhadap Aparat Kepolisian yang Melakukan Tindak Kekerasan
Authors: Ismail Ismail , Hapsoro Fakhris Lutfianto , Rezaldy Andi Muhammad
Published: October 2023

Over the past few years, police violence has often occurred when providing security at mass demonstrations, as well as during arrests and investigations. This research discusses whether law enforcement by law enforcers who commit violence in carrying out their duties is in accordance with the values of justice, and what ideal law enforcement is for enforcers who commit violence in carrying out their duties. Through this sociological juridical research, the author uncovered two things, namely first, the implementation of law enforcement by law enforcers who commit violence does not apply the values of dignified justice. Second, ideal law enforcement for enforcers who commit violence in carrying out their duties has three indicators, namely, every victim must have the opportunity to exercise their rights and receive a fair and effective trial; victims including their relatives and dependents must receive effective remedies, which include restitution, compensation, and rehabilitation; and the elimination of impunity.
The Impact of ChatGPT on Student Learning Behavior: An Experimental Research Study
Authors: Swargiary Khritish
Published: October 2023

The advent of artificial intelligence has ushered in a new era of digital tools, including chatbots and virtual assistants, for educational purposes. ChatGPT, an advanced language model, has gained popularity as an educational aid. However, concerns have emerged regarding its potential negative impact on student learning behavior. This experimental research study investigates the influence of ChatGPT on student learning behavior and offers insights into its potential drawbacks.
Preliminary Development of Friction Based Lateral Screw Retained Dental Crown – Prototype Surface Treatment and Retention Strength Comparison
Authors: Supriadi Sugeng , Whulanza Yudan , Mahendra Tri Ardi , Dewi Ratna Sari , Kusdhany Lindawati S. , Mathar Pelangi Raihan , Umas Rizki Aldila
Published: October 2023

This study aims to develop a novel retention method combining the retrievability of the screw retention method with the ideal occlusal table and the aesthetics capability of cement retention. Coping was developed to have lateral screw access allowing the screw to lock coping using lateral forces from screw tightening and friction between the tip of the screw and the sandblasted surface of an abutment. Sandblasting parameters varied based on particle size. Results show a positive correlation to surface roughness and indicate a positive correlation to retention force. The highest surface roughness and retention force result was shown by groups that were sandblasted using 686 μm of aluminum oxide. Experiment on the tightening strength of 48 subjects measured in simulated conditions similar to assembly conditions of lateral screw retention implant resulted in a mean of 69.75 Nmm with the highest and lowest values of 120.67 Nmm and 34.67 Nmm. This result became the basis of tightening torque variation. Each group's retention capability is measured and compared to cement-retained dental implants. Results show that tightening torque correlates positively with retention force, with the highest average retention score showed by lateral screw retained under tightening torque of 200 Nmm with 317.87 N higher than cement-retained.
Usage and Acceptance of the Nextcloud Platform in the University Context: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Fernández-Alemán Miguel Alejandro , Estrada-Molina Odiel , Zambrano-Acosta Jimmy Manuel , Chica Chica Leonardo Fabricio , Colina Ortega Alejandro David
Published: October 2023

Cloud platforms are widely employed in today's educational context to enhance collaborative learning and the overall quality of the teaching-learning process. In 2016, Nextcloud was im-plemented in the Faculty of Chemical Engineering at the Technological University of Havana "José Antonio Echeverría" (CUJAE), Cuba. Subsequently, an evaluative phase was conducted to ensure the continuous development of the platform. The objective was to assess the use and ac-ceptance of the Nextcloud platform from the perspective of students and professors in the Fac-ulty. An exploratory, non-experimental, and cross-sectional study was conducted. Data was col-lected through observation and a survey. Matomo Analytics tool was employed for observation, revealing low visitation numbers. The survey was based on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology model. Better results were obtained in positive acceptances compared to negative ones, both for professors and students. It is concluded that the evaluation of the Next-cloud platform is infrequently used by users; however, there were higher positive acceptances than negatives from the perspectives of both students and professors.
Research on Effective Thermal Conductivity in Porous Media with Randomly Distributed Damaged Tree-Like Bifurcation Networks
Authors: Shao Yihao , Guo Xiuya , Wang Huili , Zhu Limei , Zheng Qian
Published: October 2023

Due to the complexity of the microstructure of porous media, it is of great significance to explore the heat transport mechanism in porous media in many engineering applications. In this study, an expression for effective thermal conductivity（ETC） of porous media with randomly distributed damaged tree-like bifurcation networks is derived based on the theory of thermodynamics and fractal features of tree-like bifurcation networks. We investigate the effect of heat conduction and heat convection in porous media with randomly distributed damaged tree-like bifurcation networks on the ETC of the porous media. It is found that our fractal model is in good consistency with the existing available experimental data. In addition, the influence of the micro-structural parameters of the model on heat transfer in the porous media have been analyzed in detail. The research results can provide significant theoretical guidance for the development and design of heat transfer systems.
System-Inherent Grid Synchronous Stability Boundary and Spontaneous Synchronization
Authors: Yuan Yu
Published: October 2023

Synchronization is a prerequisite for the stability of electrical energy, which is the cornerstone of a functioning society. Identifying whether generators are synchronized or not has been attracting immense research interest. Utilizing synchronized stability boundaries can strongly simplify stability discrimination. However, fundamental issues such as determining accurate stability boundaries remain challenging. In this study, an accurate synchronized stability boundary equation that is independent of the system and disturbances is presented, and it is applicable to an arbitrarily coupled grid. The special structure induced by spontaneous synchronization appears to be only near the stability boundary. The results of this study show that: the synchronous stability boundary is an intrinsic property of the system, independent of its structure and parameters. Synchronization on the network may be independent of the network. These conclusions will challenge the traditional perception of synchronization on networks, and the synchronization stability of the grid can be analyzed in a uniform way.
Theoretical and Numerical Simulations on The Hepatitis B Virus Model Through a Piecewise Fractional Order
Authors: Almalahi Mohammed A. , Aldwoah Khaled , Shah Kamal
Published: October 2023

In this study, we introduce the dynamics of a Hepatitis B virus (HBV) model with the class of asymptomatic carriers and conduct a comprehensive analysis to explore its theoretical aspects and examine the crossover effect within the HBV model. To investigate the crossover behavior of the operators, we divide the study interval into two subintervals. In the first interval, the classical derivative is employed to study the qualitative properties of the proposed system, while in the second interval, we utilize the ABC fractional differential operator. Consequently, the study is initiated using the piecewise Atangana-Baleanu derivative framework for the systems. The HBV model is then analyzed to determine the existence, Hyers-Ulam (HU) stability, and disease-free equilibrium point of the model. Moreover, we showcase the application of an Adams-type predictor-corrector (PC) technique for Atangana-Baleanu derivatives and an extended Adams-Bashforth-Moulton (ABM) method for Caputo derivatives through numerical results. Subsequently, we employ computational methods to numerically solve the models and visually present the obtained outcomes using different fractional-order values. This network is designed to provide more precise information for disease modeling, considering that communities often interact with one another, and the rate of disease spread is influenced by this factor.