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Progress in the development of an Advax-adjuvanted protein capsular matrix vaccine against typhoid fever
Authors: Petrovsky Nikolai , Killeen Kevin P.
Published: December 2024

Typhoid fever, caused by Salmonella Typhi, remains a significant global public health concern, with an estimated 11 – 20 million cases annually. Vaccines are critical to controlling typhoid fever. Widespread vaccination diminishes the emergence of antibiotic-resistant strains of S. Typhi. The economic benefits of vaccination are also substantial, as the costs of treating typhoid fever and its complications can be significant. Ty21a®, a killed whole-cell vaccine, and Vivotif®, a live-attenuated vaccine, have been available for decades but have relatively short durations of action and only provide partial protection. Vi polysaccharide-conjugate vaccines have improved the durability of protection, but there is still room for improvement. Typhax™, a novel alternative to traditional conjugate vaccines, utilizes Vi polysaccharide that is non-covalently entrapped in a poly-L-lysine and CRM197 protein matrix crosslinked by glutaraldehyde. When formulated with Advax-CpG™ adjuvant, Typhax demonstrated promising results in a range of animal models including mice, rabbits, and non-human primates in which it induces high and sustained serum anti-Vi immunoglobulin G and serum bactericidal activity, without any safety or reactogenicity issues. This novel vaccine approach offers the potential for a low-cost, more effective, and durable vaccine against typhoid fever, avoiding the need for frequent booster doses.
Formation of Antiviral Calcium Alginate Layers Analyzed by Combining Theory, Computational Chemistry and Experiments
Authors: Youssef Ali , Georgakis Michail , Yaxley Daniel , Kuennemann Eva
Published: December 2024

Alginate, a sugar polymer derived from algae, crosslinks with calcium ions to form a stable gel or film. Several studies already analyzed the antiviral properties of calcium alginate, whereby only some studies showed viral inhibition. This research investigates the biochemistry and conditions of calcium alginate networks to form gels and membranes by a combination of literature analysis, computational simulations, and spraying experiments. Cell culture assays were applied to test the potential of calcium alginate to inhibit viral entry into cells. These investigations demonstrate that protective effects on cultured cells depend on the specific alginate substance, the concentrations and the manner of deposition. The results confirmed conditions so that the calcium alginate forms effectively gel-like networks and thin membranes. Additionally, the experiments proved that over 50% of the infections of cells with viral particles can be inhibited easily by calcium alginate overlaying cells.
MENAVIGASI TRANSFORMASI DIGITAL MELALUI EFIKASI DAN KOMPETENSI DIRI PADA WOMENPRENEUR UMKM KADIN BANDUNG
Authors: Asmara Maisa Azizah , Arissaputra Rivaldi
Published: December 2024

Around 70% of MSMEs choose to expand their business online in an effort to avoid bankruptcy. However, between 85% and 95% of these MSMEs fail to adopt digital business models and ultimately face bankruptcy. The main requirement for digital transformation is to have an adaptive and optimistic attitude and work abilities that include aspects of knowledge, skills and work attitudes that are in accordance with expected standards. Data was obtained by distributing questionnaires directly to 21 Womanpreneurs assisted by the Bandung City Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the food and beverage sector. The research uses multiple linear regression analysis methods with the IBM SPSS version 26.0 analysis tool. The research results show that self-efficacy does not have a significant influence on the digital transformation variable, while self-competence has a significant influence. Meanwhile, the coefficient of determination test shows 53.3% of the variation that occurs in the dependent variable. The findings show that self-competence, especially in financial management and innovation, has a greater influence than self-efficacy in the success of digital transformation. Even though Womanpreneurs are confident in running a business, a lack of skills in managing finances can be an obstacle in the digital transformation process.
Creating Place: The Role of Festival, Kajarī Folk Songs, and Rituals in Mirzapur
Authors: Chauhan Milan , Mishra Swasti
Published: December 2024

This article examines the role of the Kajarī festival and folk songs in the socio-cultural lives of rural women in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, India. It explores how the festival provides a unique space for rural women to assert their autonomy within a patriarchal society. Through ethnographic fieldwork, including the documentation of rituals, folk songs, and cultural activities, this study analyses the Kajarī festival as a place-making process. It argues that women use the performative space of Kajarī songs to express themselves and their experiences using strategies rooted in their traditions and rituals. The paper concludes that the Kajarī festival and its songs function as a critical outlet for emotional expression, social interaction, and self-expression, offering women a form of agency within their rural context.
Autonomy of energy supply systems in agricultural production and their efficiency
Authors:   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of Agroindustrial Production of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Myronenko V. G. , Veremeychyk N. V. ,   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of Agroindustrial Production of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Perepelitsa N. M. ,   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics Agroindustrial Production of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine
Published: December 2024

Purpose. Increasing the reliability and efficiency of energy supply of agro-industrial production facilities and rural areas by creating autonomous power generation systems using own (natural and industrial) renewable energy sources.
Methods. Monographic, economic-mathematical, system analysis, abstract-logical, mathematical modeling.
Results. It has been established that in order to ensure energy independence of Ukraine, it is necessary to realize the potential of the domestic field of renewable energy. One of the strategic directions of decentralization of energy supply is the transition of agricultural enterprises and rural areas to autonomous systems of electricity and heat generation. The full autonomy of such systems is provided by the use of renewable energy sources, in particular solar, wind, hydrogen generation and biofuels.
The economic effect of re-equipping the heat supply system of industrial premises from gas heating to boiler room equipment using solid biofuel was determined.
The potential of biofuel production from plant residues was calculated and it was established that the farm has sufficient resource potential to transition to an autonomous heat supply system not only of its own production, but also of neighboring rural communities and households.
Conclusions. To solve the problems of energy security, Ukrainian agricultural enterprises need to change traditional approaches to energy supply and use renewable energy sources of their own production.
The autonomy of electricity and heat supply systems at the current stage of development of the agricultural sector is effectively realized through the use of solar power plants, biofuel heat generators, cogeneration plants and the use of granulated biofuel from agricultural production waste, which is an alternative to fossil fuels.
Keywords: Energy independence, energy supply, bioenergy, autonomy, solid biofuel, renewable energy sources, economic efficiency, heat supply.
Compatibility of technological processes for maintenance of HTZ-16131 tractors
Authors:   Lviv National University of Nature Management, Barabash R. I. , Kudrynetskyi R. B. ,   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of Agroindustrial Production of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine, Sharybura A. O. ,   Lviv National University of Nature Management, Rys V. I. ,   Lviv National University of Nature Management
Published: December 2024

Purpose. The purpose of the study is to optimize production processes and minimize maintenance costs for the machine-tractor park in agro-industrial production.
Methods. The research is based on the calculations of maintenance point (MTP) productivity for mono-subject mono-technological specialization (specialized posts) and the theoretical provisions for the calculation of mono-subject poly- technological specialization (in a joint stream) developed by us. These provisions are developed for the given structure of the inter-repair cycle and normative average annual working hours of tractors. Various maintenance of HTZ tractors can be performed both in a common flow (poly-technological specialization) and on specialized MPT (mono- technological specialization), which are selected from pre-synthesized parametric series.
Results. The development of multi-subject specialization, both multi-subject and poly-technological, is extremely important for ensuring effective processes of technical service and they are based on studies of the organizational-technological compatibility of techno- logical processes (TPs). Organizational-technological compatibility (OTS) characterizes both necessary and sufficient conditions for combining different TPs of repair or maintenance in a common flow.
Conclusions. It is more expedient to combine maintenance processes in a common flow, first of all, not on the basis of an objective feature – the similarity of the construction of tractors, but on a technological basis – the type of maintenance.
A comparative analysis of all types of maintenance carried out at stationary posts in a joint flow gives reasons to recommend maintenance in a joint flow, when the number of HTZ-16131 tractors in the service area does not exceed 484 units, and their average service life is 1500 motos hours
Keywords: HTZ tractors, maintenance, technological process, specialization, compatibility, post.
Justification of the design of the working bodies of combat-type humanitarian demining machines for agricultural lands
Authors:   Institute of Mechanics and Automatics of Agroindustrial Production of the NAAS of Ukraine, Tretyak V. M. , Tretyak M. V. ,   68th separate hunting brigade of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
Published: December 2024

Purpose. Justification of the design of combat-
type working bodies and their drive power for
agricultural humanitarian demining machines.
Methods. Analysis of constructions of
technical means of humanitarian demining according
to information sources.
Results. On the basis of the analysis of
the existing means of humanitarian demining,
the main parameters of the structures of working
bodies for agricultural humanitarian demining
machines are justified.
Conclusions
1. As a result of Russian military aggression in
Ukraine, large areas of agricultural land were mined
with explosive devices of various purposes, which
negatively affect the food security of the country.

2. Separate self-made technical means of
humanitarian demining for agricultural purposes do
not meet the needs both in the quality of work and in
the safety of operation.
3. Increasing the radius of rotation of combat
working bodies by moving the axis of rotation beyond
the explosive action of the explosive substance
ensures the preservation of the operability of their
drive after an unauthorized explosion in the process of
agricultural lands humanitarian demining.
Keywords: humanitarian demining, explosive
devices, agricultural fields, blasting.
‘Matematİklim’ DİJİTAL ETKİLEŞİMLİ ÖĞRETİM MATERYALİNİN İKLİM EYLEMİ FARKINDALIĞINA ETKİSİ
Authors: Bağdat Kılıç Tuğba , Doğan Elif , Fidan Mehmet
Published: December 2024

Araştırmanın amacı, iklim değişikliği konusuna yönelik çeşitli matematik sorularını içeren bir kitapçık ile kazanımlara uygun şekilde tasarlanmış video, animasyon, etkileşimli etkinlikler ve artırılmış gerçeklik uygulamalarını içeren dijital içeriklerden oluşan bir öğretim materyali geliştirmektir. Bu materyal, öğrencilerde iklim değişikliği konusunda farkındalık oluşturmayı, bilgi düzeylerini artırmayı ve konuya ilişkin kapasitelerini geliştirmeyi hedeflemektedir. Araştırmada nitel ve nicel yöntemlerin bir arada kullanıldığı karma araştırma yöntemlerinden açıklayıcı desen tercih edilmiştir. Nicel boyutunda tek grup ön test-son test zayıf deneysel desen kullanılırken, nitel boyutunda öğrenci görüşlerini ayrıntılı incelemek için durum çalışması modeli kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubu 2022-2023 eğitim öğretim yılı Çorum Bilim ve Sanat Merkezi’nde öğrenim gören 120 özel yetenekli öğrenciden oluşmaktadır. Veriler ‘İklim Değişikliği Farkındalık Ölçeği’ ve ‘Çevre Tutum Ölçeği’ ile toplanmıştır. Verilerin analizinde SPSS 25 programı kullanılarak betimsel analiz ve t testi sonuçları incelenmiştir. Yapılan analiz çalışmalarına göre, ‘İklim Değişikliği Farkındalık Ölçeği’ ve ‘Çevre Tutum Ölçeği’nden elde edilen öntest-sontest puanlarının, tek örneklem ilişkili gruplar t- testi sonucuna göre anlamlı bir fark gösterdiği tespit edilmiştir (p< .05). Nitel verilerin analizi sonucunda, öğrencilerin küresel ısınma, nedenleri ve alınabilecek önlemler hakkında detaylı bilgilere sahip oldukları görülmektedir. Araştırmanın sonucu, iklim değişikliği temalı matematik sorularının derslerde çözülmesinin ve iklim değişikliğiyle ilgili çeşitli dijital etkileşimlerin kullanılmasının, öğrencilerin iklim değişikliği farkındalığını artırdığını ve çevreye yönelik tutumlarında olumlu değişiklikler sağladığını ortaya koymaktadır.

Çalışma, 16 Aralık 2023 tarihinde Bilim Armonisi Uluslararası Gençlik Kongresinde sözlü bildiri olarak sunulmuştur.
Analysis of the Potential of Sport Tourism in Nglanggeran Tourism Village Post Covid 19 Pandemic
Authors: Kurniawati Miya , Jaya Soewanto , Swansyah Hongie
Published: December 2024

Purpose of the study: The objectives of this study are (1) to determine the mapping of sports tourism potential in Nglanggeran Tourism Village after the Covid-19 pandemic, (2) to determine the inhibiting and supporting factors of sports tourism potential in Nglanggeran Tourism Village after the Covid-19 pandemic.
Methodology: The research used qualitative descriptive. The data sources used are primary data and secondary data, using data collection methods, namely observation, interviews, literature studies and documentation. The informants of this study are: Nglanggeran Tourism Village Manager, Village Government, Gunungkidul Tourism Office, Gunungkidul Youth and Sports Office. The data analysis technique uses MSPDM (Marketability, Sustainability, Participatory, and Disaster Mitigation) analysis. The data validity technique uses triangulation techniques.
Main Findings: The results of the study show that; (1) Marketing of Nglanggeran Tourism Village has been good in following technological developments, (2) Sustainability of tourism in a growing status, There needs to be a collaborative movement and cooperation with stakeholders, (3) Community participation and involvement are quite active in providing tourism services for visitors, (4) Disaster mitigation is still not optimal and there is no disaster management. The potential for mapping sports tourism that can be held includes Run Heritage, Geoheritage Cross Country, Marathon Geopark, Mountain Bike Nglanggeran, Gymnastics and Yoga, Tracking, Healthy Walking, Jogging Track.
Novelty/Originality of this study: Based on the research findings, policy recommendations are prepared that can be adopted by local governments and other stakeholders to support the development of sport tourism in Nglanggeran Tourism Village effectively and sustainably.
Tourism Area Development Strategy Banda Naira Islands
Authors: Lamuda Viqa , Ashmawi Usama , Sangadji Muhammad
Published: December 2024

Purpose of the study: This study aims to determine the development strategy for the Banda Naira Islands tourism area with a focus on the problem of developing tourism destination components and the strategy of the Technical Implementation Unit of the Tourism, Youth and Sports Service of Banda Naira District.
Methodology: This type of research is descriptive qualitative. Key informants numbered four (4) people selected using purposive sampling techniques, and secondary informants numbered three (3) people using snowball sampling. Data collection methods were through observation, documentation, and interviews.
Main Findings: The development of the Banda Naira Islands tourist destination has not been optimal even though it has great potential in marine, historical, and cultural tourism. The main obstacles include infrastructure, facilities, transportation, and management that have not been organized. With the SO (Strengths-Opportunities) strategy, institutional strengthening, collaboration, and integrated utilization of local potential are expected to increase the competitiveness and sustainability of the tourism area.
Novelty/Originality of this study: This study offers a new approach in developing tourism areas in the Banda Naira Islands by utilizing the SO (Strengths-Opportunities) strategy that has not been optimally implemented before. The focus of this study is to identify specific strengths and opportunities in the Banda Naira Islands, such as the uniqueness of historical and cultural tourist attractions, as well as natural potential that has not been fully developed, and utilize them aggressively to attract more tourists.
Analyzing the Impact of Electronic Banking on Financial Performance: A Case Study of BPR Rwanda PLC
Authors: Izabayo Sarah , Rulinda Ephrard
Published: December 2024

This study analyzes the impact of electronic banking on the financial performance of commercial banks in Rwanda, focusing on Bank Populaire du Rwanda (BPR) from 2019 to 2022. The objectives include identifying forms of electronic banking utilized by BPR, assessing the bank’s financial performance, and examining the relationship between electronic banking and financial performance. A mixed methods research design was employed, using purposive and universal sampling techniques to gather data. Data collection involved questionnaires addressed to 16 BPR employees, interviews, and document reviews. Descriptive analysis (mean and standard deviation) and multiple linear regression were applied to test hypotheses. The findings revealed that BPR implemented various e-banking forms: electronic cards (mean: 3.75), ATMs (3.69), mobile banking (3.95), internet banking (3.89), and fund transfers (3.59). Regarding financial performance, return on assets showed fluctuations: 1.21% in 2019, declining to 0.94% in 2020, then rising to 1.74% in 2021, and reaching 2.98% in 2022. Return on equity followed a similar trend, with values of 9.3%, 7.97%, 11.83%, and 18.56% over the same period. Other metrics, like net interest margin and current ratio, also indicated variations in performance. The ANOVA results confirmed a significant relationship between electronic banking and financial performance, with a p-value of 0.000. The study concludes that e-banking positively impacts BPR's financial performance. Recommendations include improving ATM services, enhancing e-money transfer benefits, and ensuring financial solvency to sustain performance through effective e-banking practices
Implementasi Projek Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila Sebagai Penguatan Pendidikan Karakter
Authors: Saifullah Ahmad , Djatmika Eri Tri , Pristiani Riska
Published: December 2024

The initiative aims to analyze the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Enhancement Project (P5) in student character formation. The qualitative approach is used in the initiation of the SDN of the First Grade I, using observations, interviews, and documentation as data collection techniques. Successfully collected data is analyzed through a series of stages, including data reduction, data presentation, and verification, with the aim of generating conclusions based on findings during the study. Research results show that implementation of P5 involves measures such as design, management, assessment, evaluation, and follow-up. The P5 theme focuses on sustainable lifestyles and local wisdom, with specialized modules covering data literacy, digital literature, and humanism literacy. P5 management in High School I includes team formation, identification of school readiness, character dimension selection, theme determination, and implementation time allocation. Formative and sumative assessments are used to evaluate student character development, while evaluation involves identifying weaknesses and monitoring student skills. The final evaluation and follow-up involves character strengthening and the continuation of positive practices through the Mari Actions program. The further action of Mari Acts is expected to be a means and a positive habit in strengthening the character of the pupils, in line with the character profile of Pancasila students. This research provides an in-depth overview of the implementation of P5 as a character education strategy in SDN Tunggulwulung I, providing inspiration and reference for other schools that want to adopt P5 to strengthen student character education.
Identifikasi Miskonsepsi Siswa pada Materi Gaya dan Gerak Menggunakan Certainty of Respons Index (CRI) di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Arruum Naziroh Lembar , Desstya Anatri
Published: December 2024

Elementary school students must understand all concepts in science materials, but there are indications that student understanding still needs to be improved, and misconceptions appear. This study aims to identify fifth-grade elementary school students' understanding of force and motion material using the Certainty of Response Index (CRI) method. This research is qualitative and is located at Bangunsari Pacitan Elementary School. The data collection technique used was a CRI-based written test. The test instrument used is in the form of multiple choice questions accompanied by the CRI confidence level, which has been previously tested with a validity value of 0.444-0.661 and a reliability of 0.699. The results showed that students with conceptual understanding amounted to 34.92%, did not understand the concept of 16.51%, and misconceptions reached 48.57%. The highest misconception is in magnetic force material, with a misconception percentage of 100%, while the lowest misconception is in the definition of motion, with a misconception percentage of 9.52%.
Pengaruh Media Pembelajaran (Mopurat) Digital Terhadap Peningkatan Keterampilan Menulis Siswa Kelas VII MTS Al-Hidayah
Authors: Widiarti Melia , Pairin Udjang , Indarti Titik
Published: December 2024

In the world of education, Indonesian is one of the subjects that must be taught to students. Indonesian covers the fields of language and literature. In literary activities, writing poetry requires teacher guidance. Learning to write poetry using the monopoly media of folk poetry (MoPuRat) is a concept that presents monopoly as a visual-based medium. This research aims to build the writing skills of many students who are still less active. This type of research is an experiment with a quantitative description method. This research is a type of true experimental design or actual research. The population in this study were all class VII students at MTs Al-Hidayah, while the sample used was class VII-D as the control class and VII-C as the experimental class. The data collection techniques used are observation, tests and questionnaires. Data analysis techniques use formulas to calculate student and teacher activities, test and posttest results, and student response questionnaire results. The results of the research show that the application of folk poetry monopoly media (MoPuRat) in learning to write folk poetry goes well and smoothly. In the control class the average test value was 71.12 and the average posttest value was 77.84. Meanwhile, in the experimental class the average pre-test score was 72.133 and the average post-test score was 87.133. Even though the average score of the two classes increased, the experimental class increased more than the control class. There is a significant difference in learning to write poetry between the control class and the experimental class. This is evident from the results obtained t0 = 2.9882 with db 53. Based on the calculation table, t0 is greater with ttotal at t0 0.005 = 2.00 and t0 0.001 = 2.9882.
Pembelajaran TASTAFI (Tasawuf, Tauhid, dan Fikih) dan Pembinaan Karakter Islami Kaum Ibu di Majelis Taklim Berkah Sekumpul
Authors: Audia Quin Tara , Herni Zulfiana
Published: December 2024

This study aims to investigate the role of TASTAFI (Tasawuf, Tauhid, and Fikih) learning and Islamic character building in the Ta'lim Berkah Sekumpul assembly for mothers in Lubuk Bayas Village. The background of this research is the importance of strengthening the understanding of Islam and Islamic character building through non-formal education in the community. Qualitative research methods were used to analyze the impact of this holistic learning on participants, especially mothers. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation, and then analyzed using a descriptive qualitative approach. mThe results show that majelis Ta'lim Berkah Sekumpul uses an inclusive and adaptive approach that is able to respond to differences in educational backgrounds and religious understanding among participants. This enabled the women to internalize Islamic values more effectively. Participants showed improvement in their religious understanding and application of Islamic teachings in daily life. In addition, Islamic character building through majelis Ta'lim activities also significantly contributes to strengthening the moral and spiritual foundation of participants, which has a positive impact on family life and the surrounding community. The conclusion of this study is that TASTAFI learning and Islamic character building at the Berkah Sekumpul Ta'lim assembly make an important contribution to strengthening the morality and spirituality of the Muslim community in Lubuk Bayas Village. The majelis Ta'lim's inclusive and adaptive approach is effective in building deeper religious understanding and strong character building, especially among mothers. This finding confirms the strategic role of majelis ta'lim in developing human resources with Islamic character at the community level.
Analisis Kemampuan Guru PAI Mengembangkan Media Pembelajaran Video: Studi Pada SMP Negeri 2 dan 4 Tanjung Pura
Authors: Ahmadi Salman , Salminawati Salminawati , Haidir Haidir
Published: December 2024

This research is motivated by the situation that PAI teachers in junior high schools should be able to master the learning that will take place. One of them is mastering the application of media in learning. Researchers want to explore the analysis of PAI Teachers' Ability to Develop Video Learning Media, studying at State Junior High Schools 2 and 4 Tanjung Pura. The type of research used is descriptive qualitative research with a multisite study approach. Qualitative research is a research method used to provide a detailed description of the research object. The research subjects consisted of principals, teachers and students of SMPN 2 Tanjung Pura and SMPN 4 Tajung Pura. The research uses interview, observation and documentation data collection techniques. The data analysis used is data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the research show that planning for learning media management at SMPN 2 Tanjung Pura and SMPN 4 Tajung Pura is carried out by each teacher who will teach the learning material. This implementation includes procurement of learning media, storage, implementation and evaluation. Implementation in developing video learning media, using video media related to subject activities. Video media in subject activities is adjusted to the subject matter that will be provided. Evaluation of PAI teachers in developing video learning media at SMPN 2 Tanjung Pura and SMPN 4 Tanjung Pura is carried out by the Principal as educational supervision together with teachers in charge of each subject. Evaluation indicators are adjusted to competency standards and basic competencies that have been established in quality standards.
Implementasi Penilaian Kinerja dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia di SMP Kerumutan, Kabupaten Pelalawan
Authors: Yunita Rika , Sukenti Desi
Published: December 2024

Assessment activities are an important aspect in the learning system. Teachers need to carry out assessments both when learning begins and even before learning practice takes place, during the teaching and learning process, or at the end of a learning activity. One of the assessments that must be carried out by Indonesian language teachers is performance assessment. The aim of this research is to describe the implementation of performance assessment in Indonesian language learning at Kerumutan Middle School, Pelalawan Regency and describe the models used in performance assessment in Indonesian language learning. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. The method used in this research is a survey. The population and sample in this research were 4 class VII Indonesian language teachers at Kerumutan Middle School. Data was obtained through questionnaires, interviews and observations. Data collection was carried out using Google Form. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics with 4 steps, namely: collecting data and carrying out data reduction, calculating the percentage of questionnaire results, presenting data in the form of short descriptions and tables, and data were analyzed and conclusions were drawn. The results of the research show that all teachers have carried out performance assessments in Indonesian language learning at Kerumutan Middle School using various models, namely, listening assessments, picture-based talks, interviews, telling stories, giving speeches, discussing, reading aloud, writing essays, writing scientific papers, news, reports, letters, and analysis of literary texts.
Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka di Sekolah Dasar Penggerak
Authors: Viona Rosalina Maritsya Dyah , Amalia Nur
Published: December 2024

The Merdeka Curriculum which currently implemented in Indonesia is designed to optimize students' knowledge, morals, and characteristics through intracurricular activities, by focusing on competency development. This study aims to find out (1) the history of the establishment of the merdeka curriculum, (2) the implementation of the merdeka curriculum, and (3) its impact on SD Muhammadiyah 23 Semanggi. The research was conducted through qualitative descriptive method. Research data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation during the period from October to completion. The results of the study showed that SD Muhammadiyah 23 Semanggi was selected as a School of Mover after going through a strict selection process. This program focuses on developing student learning outcomes holistically, creating a pancasila student profile, and strengthening human resources through training and mentoring. The implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum in this school includes diagnostic assessments to understand student needs, make lesson plan, and the use of flexible and creative teaching methods. Learning is carried out through intracurricular activities, co-curricular activities, and projects to strengthen the Pancasila Student Profile. As a result, the Merdeka Curriculum has created a more active and participatory learning environment at SD Muhammadiyah 23 Semanggi. Students develop 21st-century skills, such as critical thinking, creativity, and digital literacy. In addition, teachers and principals play a key role in supporting the success of this implementation. The conclusion of this study shows that the Merdeka Curriculum makes a significant contribution to improving student learning outcomes overall, emphasizing the importance of the role of educators in supporting this change.
English Communicative Needs Analysis for Tourist Guides on Untung Jawa Island
Authors: Yanti Yanti , Manara Christine , Ekarina Ekarina , Engliana Engliana
Published: December 2024

Studies in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) often focus on researching English needs in the context of commercial tourist attraction areas. Little research has been done in addressing the English needs of community-based tourism (CBT). This study aims to investigate the English needs, specifically the English communicative skills of tourist guides on Untung Jawa island. The investigation is a mixed-method study. Data was collected using a survey questionnaire, interviews, and observation (job shadowing). Twenty-two (22) participants responded to the questionnaire and two tourist guides were interviewed. Job shadowing was also conducted with two tourist guides to record the communicative functions often used in their professional practice. Findings indicated that spoken English communicative function was not an immediate need for the tourist guides considering the little encounter with international tourists. There are some indications that written form of English may be needed in their tourist area. The results imply that the tourist guide needs scripted text that they can use in specific communicative events.
Karmaphala dan Cinta Kasih Dalam Satua Dadong Jepun
Authors: Mandra I Wayan
Published: December 2024

Satua Bali is a literary work originating from local Balinese life. Satua-Satua Bali basically consists of two things, having its own aesthetic value and having human spiritual value, or basic truths that apply to everyone. Therefore, apart from being a medium for entertainment, Bali also has moral values ​​contained in it. This research aims to analyze religious moral teachings, especially karmaphala and the teachings of love in Satua Dadong, Japan. This research uses a qualitative type of research using a descriptive analysis approach. The results of this research show that in Satua Dadong Jepun there is a karmaphala teaching, where someone who always does good will be accepted. In Satua, one part of karmaphala is reflected, namely prarabda karmaphala. The teaching of love in Satua Dadong Jepun is that humans should always be compassionate towards each other, whatever the circumstances, as social creatures humans should always share love without discriminating between statuses because this will be able to create inner peace. In Satua, the Tri Hita Karana teachings and part of the Catur Paramitha teachings, namely Karuna, are also reflected.
Hadis-Hadis Wabah Taun dalam Fatwa Mui Nomor 14 Tahun 2020
Authors: Mustawa Mustawa , Yuslem Nawir , Damanik Nurliana
Published: December 2024

MUI Fatwa Number 14 of 2020 regarding the epidemic this year there are still many pros and cons among the public. The public doubted and rejected the fatwa. The reason is because people doubt the accuracy of the arguments used, especially the hadiths contained in them. This research aims to understand the meaning of hadiths about the year's epidemic and their relevance to the COVID-19 outbreak. The research uses library research using data collection techniques using takhrij al-hadith, i'tibar al-sanad, naqd al-matan, and fiqh al-hadith. After the data was collected, data analysis was carried out using an inductive method which refers to three procedures, namely analysis of the matan test, providing conclusions on the status of the validity of the hadith and analysis of the understanding of the hadith. This research found that the hadith contained in MUI fatwa Number 14 of 2020 can be used as hujjah (maqbul). The meaning of these hadiths is relevant to preventing the COVID-19 outbreak which then has preventive steps in dealing with the outbreak. The Prophet's recommendation to carry out quarantine for those infected with the plague, means that there is separation between infected people and healthy people. The values of handling this year's outbreak can be applied in Indonesia based on Law No. 6 of 2018 concerning Health Quarantine.
Studi Atas Manhaj Tarjih Muhammadiyah dan Aplikasinya dalam Istinbath Hukum
Authors: SA Romli , Afriansyah Syafran
Published: December 2024

This research aims to analyze the formulation and basis for the formation of Manhaj Tarjih Muhammadiyah. This type of research is qualitative with a literature study approach. Data analysis uses content analysis and comparative approaches. This research found that first, the basis for the formulation of the Muhammadiyah Tarjih Council's Manhaj in legal istinbath was sourced from the Al-Qur’an and al-Sunnah as well as the results of the ijtihad of the ulama. Second, the approach used by the Muhammadiyah Tarjih Council in understanding the texts of the Al-Qur’an and al-Sunnah is through the Qawa'id lughawiyah texts. And third, facing problems for which there is no text, the Muhammadiyah Tarjih Council uses a general approach to the meaning of the texts of the Koran and al-Sunnah, an istidlal approach with various tools/media according to the problems that arise; such as using the istislahi approach and/or the qiyasi approach. Likewise, using qawaid fiqhiyah in dealing with various problems, especially new problems for which the legal provisions are completely unclear.
How Net Assessment Can Boost Competitive Intelligence Performance?
Authors: Barnea Avner
Published: December 2024

In the business sector, Competitive Intelligence (CI) units are often responsible for overseeing the assessment delivered to the top executives regarding competitors' threats and opportunities and comprehending the meaning of external changes in the related markets. Unfortunately, there is insufficient attention to how these units can be more valuable and help corporations avoid strategic surprises. This paper offers a new concept that will create better value using the Net Assessment approach in corporations.
The approach, as detailed in my recent book, 'We Never Expected That: A Comparative Study of Failures in National and Business Intelligence” (Barnea, 2021), illustrates the practicality of transplanting strategies from the national intelligence sphere to bolster business intelligence. It underscores the potential for cross-pollination of ideas and improvement between these two domains.
Net Assessment, a robust framework for analyzing national security threats, has been a cornerstone of the United States defense establishment's strategy for years, yielding significant results. This paper advocates for its integration into the toolkit of CI units and executives, underscoring its potential to deliver substantial performance enhancements for corporations.
The influence of competitive intelligence on sustainable competitive advantage in Jordanian telecommunications companies: Mediating Role information sharing
Authors: Alkhawaldeh Bashar , Zuhier Jaran Farah , S. Al-Shakri Kadri , Almahameed Hazem , A. Bany Taha Ismail
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the influence of competitive intelligence (CI) on sustainable competitive advantage (SCA) in Jordanian telecommunications companies, with a specific focus on the mediating role of information sharing (IS). A sample of approximately 200 participants, comprising individuals knowledgeable about or involved in CI practices within their organizations, is targeted for this research. Stratified random sampling, complemented by convenience sampling methods, ensures representative participation from various departments and hierarchical levels within telecommunications firms. Data is collected through structured questionnaires, employing validated scales to measure CI practices, IS behaviors, and SCA. The data analysis was carried out using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM), which can be used to investigate the direct and indirect effects. The results show a weak direct effect of CI on SCA and a strong and highly significant direct effect of CI on IS. In addition, IS has a significant positive effect on SCA. The mediation analysis indicates that IS fully mediates CI-SCA relationship, indicating how important information sharing is for the transformation of CI into sustainable competitive advantage in Jordanian telecommunication companies. These findings enhance our knowledge about the intricate relationships between CI, IS and SCA hence giving managers practical ideas on how to improve their competitiveness in the telecommunications industry.
Cognitive and Psychological Obstructions to Information Quality in Competitive Intelligence
Authors: Cekule Laila , Veselova Andzela
Published: December 2024

Innovative Competitive Intelligence (CI) solutions prioritize unconventional methods to tackle emerging challenges faced by decision-makers, diverging from traditional information flow regulation. This study examines the cognitive and psychological barriers impacting the CI process in small and medium-sized enterprises, focusing on how factors such as perception, trust, and employee engagement influence information quality and CI effectiveness. By analyzing various companies, the study identifies that psychological aspects provide a nuanced understanding of information quality, considering both objective measures and subjective perceptions. Findings reveal that information quality is a subjective construct, shaped by cognitive and psychological factors, which vary among individuals. Recognizing these factors is essential for developing and curating information that meets quality expectations, thereby fostering trust and enhancing communication effectiveness. High-quality information perception can lead to superior decision-making and competitive advantage. The integration of psychological factors into information quality management is crucial for developing user-centered information systems, which improve decision-making, user engagement, and adaptability, while reducing cognitive overload and promoting trust. This comprehensive approach ensures that information systems align with users' natural processing and utilization of information, leading to improved outcomes. In small and medium-sized companies, where employees play a critical role in the initial and final stages of CI - identifying information needs and making decisions - the knowledge embedded in employees is a valuable yet underutilized resource. Through in-depth interviews, this qualitative study highlights the significance of addressing cognitive and psychological barriers to enhance CI processes, thereby optimizing information intelligence management and contributing to the economic development and sustainability of these companies.
ОСВІТА ДЛЯ ЦИФРОВОЇ ТРАНСФОРМАЦІЇ СУСПІЛЬСТВА
Authors: Nychkalo Nellia , Lukianova Larysa , Vovk Myroslava
Published: December 2024

У повідомленні висвітлено результати Х Українсько-Польського/ Польсько-Українського наукового форуму «Освіта для цифрової трансформації суспільства», що відбувся 27-28 листопада 2024 р. у Вінницькому державному педагогічному університеті імені Михайла Коцюбинського. Х Форум організовано під патронатом Національної комісії України у справах ЮНЕСКО, МОН України. Його організатори — Національна академія педагогічних наук України, Комітет педагогічних наук Польської академії наук, Академія спеціальної педагогіки імені Марії Ґжегожевської, Університет ім. Адама Міцкевича в Познані, Наукове педагогічне товариство «Польща — Україна». Форум відбувся на високому рівні у всіх вимірах — змістових, інтелектуальних, прогностичних, естетичних і етичних завдяки ґрунтовній організаційній роботі Відділення професійної освіти і освіти дорослих НАПН України, Вінницького державного педагогічного університету імені Михайла Коцюбинського, Інституту педагогічної освіти і освіти дорослих імені Івана Зязюна НАПН України, Інституту цифровізації освіти НАПН України, Державної науково-педагогічної бібліотеки імені В.О. Сухомлинського. Учасниками Х Форуму були представники органів місцевої влади, освітніх установ, громадських організацій, відомі науковці України та Польщі, викладачі, студенти, аспіранти, докторанти закладів вищої освіти України та інших держав. 
На форумі обговорювалися такі проблеми: тенденції розвитку освіти в умовах інноваційних змін в українському і європейському освітньому просторі; цифровізація української освіти під час воєнного стану, спричиненого повномасштабною російською війною проти України; сучасні інновації у професійній та післядипломній освіті; використання цифрових технологій у формальній і неформальній освіті та ін. Презентовано монографію «Освіта для цифрової трансформації суспільства / Edukacja dla cyfrowej transformacji społeczeństwa / Education for digital transformationof society», підготовлену у співпраці українських і польських освітян і науковців. За підсумками проведення форуму окреслено напрями подальшої співпраці польських і українських дослідників, педагогів: розширення академічної мобільності, використання цифрових інструментів у науці та освіті, міжнародна співпраця для повоєнної відбудови України, створення інституційних механізмів співпраці та ін.
РЕЙТИНГОВІ МЕТОДИ КІЛЬКІСНОГО ОЦІНЮВАННЯ КОНКУРЕНТОСПРОМОЖНОСТІ УНІВЕРСИТЕТІВ
Authors: Lugovyi Volodymyr , Slyusarenko Olena , Talanova Zhanna
Published: December 2024

У статті пропонуються й аналізуються різні підходи до кількісного визначення конкурентоспроможності закладів вищої освіти на підставі їх рейтингів. Обґрунтовано систему можливих методів кількісного оцінювання університетської конкурентоспроможності, що істотно доповнює її якісні оцінки. Зазначено переваги і недоліки кожного з методів, схарактеризовано найбільш релевантний метод. Точне кількісне (шкаловане) знання конкурентоспроможності ЗВО важливе для ефективного розвитку їх мережі, підвищення ролі у забезпеченні стійкого розвитку, обороноздатності та безпеки, повоєнного відновлення України, її євроінтеграції як сильної держави.
Alive Strongyloides stercoralis in biliary fluid in patient: A case report
Authors: Jiang Xi-Hui , Deng Qian , Wu Zhi-Kun , Li Jun-Zhen
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND

Strongyloides stercoralis (S. stercoralis ), is a prevalent parasitic worm that infects humans. It is found all over the world, particularly in tropical and subtropical areas. Strongyloidiasis is caused mostly by the parasitic nematode S. stercoralis . Filariform larvae typically infest humans by coming into contact with dirt, such as by walking barefoot or through exposure to human waste or sewage.

CASE SUMMARY

A 35-year-old male presented to our department with a 10-year history of abdominal pain and diarrhea, which had recently recurred for the past 3 months. A computed tomography (CT) scan revealed acute cholecystitis accompanied by a gallbladder stone. Additionally, a 5 mm stone was found obstructing the lower portion of the common bile duct, resulting in dilatation of both the intrahepatic and extrahepatic bile ducts to 8 mm, in contrast to a previous CT scan. Endoscopic ultrasonography revealed a prominent echogenicity in the lower portion of the common bile duct. Consequently, an endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography was conducted via endoscopic sphincterotomy and balloon dilatation. The microscope revealed the presence of viable S. stercoralis rhabditiform larvae in the biliary fluid. We documented an uncommon instance of S. stercoralis infection in the biliary fluid of a patient suffering from gallstones and cholangitis.

CONCLUSION

The film we created provides a visual representation of the movement of the living S. stercoralis in biliary fluid.