bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
El derecho y la convergencia del poder público y el poder empresarial: la desposesión campesina y la coerción privatizada en el Perú
Authors: Kamphuis Charis
Published: February 2024

El artículo analiza la convergencia entre el poder privado y el poder público en el Perú. En particular se analiza la intersección entre el poder corporativo de la Minera Yanacocha y el poder público del Estado peruano. Las dos primeras secciones describen dos litigios en materia de derechos humanos que ponen al descubierto las dinámicas legales transnacionales que han tenido un impacto en los derechos de propiedad y la regulación del uso de la fuerza. En la tercera parte, la autora analiza cuatro procesos legales concretos que han surgido como resultado de la convergencia entre el poder privado y el público. Se destacan, de igual forma, las implicaciones de estos procesos en el marco normativo internacional en materia de derechos humanos. En la conclusión, la autora explora la significación de este estudio para quienes buscan utilizar el derecho internacional con el fin de abordar los derechos humanos más afectados por la convergencia entre lo privado y lo público.
El arduo camino hacia la integridad de las elecciones en Chiapas: avances y logros en el proceso electoral local 2021
Authors: Chacón Rojas Oswaldo , Cabrera Culebro María Fernanda
Published: February 2024

A lo largo de la historia, los procesos electorales en Chiapas han estado marcados por matices particulares que van desde movimientos sociales, hasta la más reciente crisis sanitaria. En ese contexto, en enero de 2021 inició el proceso electoral por el cual se renovaron diputaciones locales y ayuntamientos municipales. Diversos fueron los retos enfrentados, pero aun con ellos existieron avances significativos en la ruta de consolidación del sistema electoral. El presente texto esboza un análisis del proceso electoral de 2021 en la entidad, que va desde su preparación hasta la emisión de sus resultados. Además, el artículo presenta los avances en materia de acciones afirmativas, cuotas de juventudes, representación indígena, paridad de género y comunidad LGBTTTIQ+, en la conformación de los órganos electos.
Sinaloa en el proceso electoral de 2020-2021
Authors: Bohon José Ramón
Published: February 2024

El presente trabajo es un reporte crítico de los resultados del proceso electoral de 2021 en el estado de Sinaloa. A lo largo de éste se analiza, en primer momento, el inicio del proceso con los criterios que marcaron el rumbo de las candidaturas; posteriormente se presenta el contexto en que se desarrollaron las elecciones, para finalmente hacer un estudio comparativo de los resultados de las elecciones mostrando las variaciones en las composiciones previas de los órganos representativos.
Role of HBsAg Neutralisation Test in Low Positive and Indeterminate HBsAg Results by Electrochemiluminescence
Authors: Madiyal Mridula , Vishwanath Shashidhar , Shetty Shiran
Published: February 2024

Hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) is the important marker in diagnosis and decision making of Hepatitis B infection. Equivocal results are common diagnostic challenges with HBsAg. The study evaluates the role of neutralization assay in equivocal HBsAg results. Serum samples which documented equivocal or low positive COI where subjected to HBsAg neutralization assay. Percentage reduction in false positivity and recommended COI for deciding the assay was calculated. A subset of samples was subjected to molecular confirmation. Analysis of 51 samples showed 87.71% reduction in false positivity by using neutralization assay. 9.17 was the COI which showed highest AUC (0.702). Percentage positivity of molecular analysis of 13 samples was 70% (9/13). The optimum COI for utilizing neutralization assay is high from the study which is probably due to the high mean COI (12.1) of the included samples. Use of follow up HBsAg neutralization assay is recommended in equivocal HbsAg results to confirm the interpretation. However, the cut-off COI for implementation of test may vary for different population and analysers used for testing.
What increase students’ creative thinking skills? employing problem-based learning-digital mind map in biology learning
Authors: Putra Zia Aulia Zaidin , Ibrohim I. , Susilo Herawati , Suwono Hadi
Published: February 2024

Creative thinking has widely discussed due the urgency at the 21st century life. These thinking process helps people to tackling situation and problems in daily life. This study aimed to analyze the secondary students’ creative thinking through Problem-based Learning integrated with Digital Mind Map (PBL-DMM). This study was conducted at Solok Secondary High School, West Sumatra, Indonesia. Using quantitative research design, 60 students were taught by PBL-DMM. Creative thinking was testing by essay test in three times. The essay tests previously validated by the expert appraisal and once were testing to the former students to measure the empirical validity and reliability. All tests were declared valid and reliable. The result of the treatment was students’ creative thinking increase within three time of tests. This finding means that PBL-DMM can helps students to promote their creative thinking during the learning process. Digital mind map taking role as a tool to organize students’ concept, knowledge, and information.
Анализ методов идентификации и ранжирование рисков на жизненном цикле АЭС
Authors: Альшрайдех Мохаммад , Енговатов И. А. , Морозенко А. А.
Published: February 2024

Введение. На всех стадиях жизненного цикла атомных электростанций («Размещение», «Проектирование», «Сооружение», «Эксплуатация» и «Вывод из эксплуатации»), существует большое количество различных рисков, влияющих на безопасность, сроки и стоимость работ при их реализации. Для проектов атомных электростанций (АЭС) на стадиях жизненного цикла существует множество неопределенностей, которые трансформируются в проектные риски, такие как технологические, финансовые, а также риски, связанные с циклом радиоактивных отходов и другие. Управление рисками необходимо для успешной реализации проектов атомных электростанций.

Материалы и методы. Приводится анализ рисков на жизненном цикле АЭС несколькими методами: матрица оценки рисков и метод Парето. Идентификация и оценка рисков выполнены методом экспертной оценки и с использованием научной литературы.

Результаты. По результатам проведенного анализа выявлены и описаны преимущества и недостатки методов многокритериального анализа применительно к объектам АЭС. Для более глубокого анализа рисков на основе данных, полученных в результате экспертной оценки, предложен метод распределения взвешенности риска по факторам, а также представлены графические изображения анализа влияния выявленных рисков по стадиям жизненного цикла АЭС.

Выводы. Основная цель управления рисками состоит в снижении базовых показателей, таких как стоимость, сроки и долговечность при безусловном обеспечении безопасности на всех стадиях жизненного цикла.
Dynamical quantum phase transitions from random matrix theory
Authors: Pérez-García David , Santilli Leonardo , Tierz Miguel
Published: February 2024

We uncover a novel dynamical quantum phase transition, using random matrix theory and its associated notion of planar limit. We study it for the isotropic XY Heisenberg spin chain. For this, we probe its real-time dynamics through the Loschmidt echo. This leads to the study of a random matrix ensemble with a complex weight, whose analysis requires novel technical considerations, that we develop. We obtain three main results: 1) There is a third order phase transition at a rescaled critical time, that we determine. 2) The third order phase transition persists away from the thermodynamic limit. 3) For times below the critical value, the difference between the thermodynamic limit and a finite chain decreases exponentially with the system size. All these results depend in a rich manner on the parity of the number of flipped spins of the quantum state conforming the fidelity.
Human resource management practices and organizational outcomes in the accommodation facilities in central philippines
Authors: Tayco Ryan Olindo
Published: February 2024

HRM practices are management tools that contribute to the success of an organization. This study investigates the HRM practices and organizational outcomes in the accommodation facilities in Central Philippines using correlational research. 805 total participants answered the survey questionnaires were 123 are supervisors/managers and 682 are from the personnel of the accommodation facilities. The results showed that the respondents were satisfied with the HRM practices in the accommodation facilities where they are working. All provinces in Central Philippines, the type of accommodation facilities, and participants by generation moderately agreed that the accommodation facilities they are working in have excellent HRM practices. In terms of organizational outcomes, the accommodation facilities experience minor turn-over and absenteeism rates of their employees, a good level of productivity, substantially above average goals, and higher profit/surplus on their financial performance. The researcher concluded that there is a relationship between HRM practices and organizational outcomes that accommodation facilities that implement favorable HRM practices are more likely to have positive organizational outcomes. Higher levels of HRM practices are associated with higher organizational outcomes.
Covid-19 air travel: do intervention measures influence intent?
Authors: Montalbo Kyle Calapre
Published: February 2024

Similar to the 9/11 terrorist attacks in 2002, safety measures in air travel are placed to combat the spread of COVID-19. With developing countries, like the Philippines, lagging behind post-pandemic aviation recovery, just how influential are these intervention measures in bringing back travellers to the skies? This research measured the passengers’ intent to return to air travel and analyzed the respondents’ assessment of the implementation of safety measures in air travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. The correlation of both variables was explored using Pearson Correlation Coefficient. The data were from a self-administered survey questionnaire disseminated to air travellers to and from Mactan Cebu International Airport (MCIA), Philippines during the COVID-19 pandemic. The results show that the safety protocols were far from being exceptionally implemented. The study further revealed the respondents’ uncertainty on returning to air travel due to the COVID-19 crisis regardless of the safety measures in place.  Even with the high uncertainty, however, the respondents’ assessment of the implementation of protocols was found to be highly associated with the respondents’ intention to return to air travel. The pre-departure safety protocols had the highest association compared to in-flight and arrival protocols.
Restaurant Customer-Based Brand Equity Dimensions during COVID-19
Authors: Lozano Jaya Sierras , Ornopia Jerome V , Montalbo Kyle Calapre
Published: February 2024

Academia continues to make significant efforts to comprehend the factors affecting the growth of a brand and its durability in times of pressure. In the restaurant industry, companies place a high priority on developing and maintaining brand equity for brands are one of their most important assets. In 2020, COVID-19 lockdowns and restrictions disrupted business norms across the globe, especially in the restaurant industry where the in-person dining experience plays a significant role in the overall business strategy. This research analyzed the four dimensions of customer-based brand equity (CBBE) of restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic. Survey questionnaires were distributed to 219 dine-in customers of ten different restaurants when Cebu, Philippines, a known booming ground for homegrown brands, was under the Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ) status. The study revealed that Brand Loyalty was the lowest among the four variables in all ten restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic. No significant difference was noted among the four dimensions of all the restaurants included in this study.
Quantitative Methods for Evaluating Long-Term Career Attitudes of the Subjects of Modern Society («Model of the Life Trajectory»)
Authors: Konyukhovsky P. V. , Yakovleva A. V.
Published: February 2024

The article is devoted to the problems of ideas of the subjects of modern society about the long-term prospects for the development of their life path (the so-called “life trajectories”). Particular attention is paid to methods for formalizing such representations based on the approximation of life trajectories using curves from the family of beta distribution density functions. The parameters of the beta-density function can be used as the basis for the formal typification of subjects within society. Their changes can be used as indicators of structural changes in society. First of all, in terms of shifts in ideas about the «ideal» (reference) configurations of the life path. In part, these conclusions can be incorporated into procedures for identifying generations.
Internal Control System of the Enterprise as Instrument for Ensuring Economic Security
Authors: Guryanov A. V. , Plotnikov V. A. , Yusufova A. M.
Published: February 2024

The Russian economy today faces serious problems due to external sanctions, which are aimed at weakening it in every possible way. This leads to the emergence of new and aggravation of existing problems in the field of ensuring the economic security of enterprises. Activities to manage the processes of protecting the economic interests of enterprises in these conditions need to be intensified. The functioning of the enterprise’s internal control system plays a significant role in this. Purpose of the study: to analyze the functioning of the enterprise’s internal control system in the context of solving the problems of ensuring its economic security. Research methods: analysis of the dynamics of risks and threats to the economic security of enterprises, functional analysis, methods of structural and comparative analysis, the study is based on the ideas of integrating enterprise management, which implies the integration of its various subsystems, in particular, internal control systems and ensuring economic security. The article substantiates the need to introduce and develop internal control at an enterprise and examines the importance of the internal control system as a factor in increasing the economic security of an enterprise. The main objectives of the economic security of an enterprise in this context are identified as: timely identification and prevention of adverse events in the activities of the enterprise; ensuring compliance with current legislation; asset protection; control of the reliability of the reporting provided; carrying out analysis of the processes of economic activity of the enterprise. These tasks correlate with the tasks of the enterprise’s internal control system.
Gestão escolar democrática durante a Pandemia de Covid-19: participação e novas perspectivas
Authors: Ribeiro Bruno de Oliveira , Silva Hellenryzia Nunes da
Published: February 2024

Fruto de observações e pesquisas ocorridas durante a experiência com o Programa Institucional Voluntário de Iniciação Científica (PIVIC), conciliadas com a prática realizada como bolsista do Programa Institucional de Bolsas de Iniciação à Docência (PIBID), no ano de 2021/2022, este artigo tem como objeto de estudo as práticas de gestão democrática de uma escola municipal de ensino fundamental, localizada no município de Rio Verde – GO e salientamos suas relações de mobilização da comunidade (escolar e externa) de modo a potencializar a construção e valorização de princípios democráticos durante a pandemia de COVID-19 no país. Realizamos uma pesquisa bibliográfica com análise documental e relatos etnográficos construídos por meio da observação participante durante o segundo semestre de 2021, em que o ensino semipresencial e as ações de biossegurança direcionadas à pandemia afetaram a normalidade escolar. Em consequência, alteraram-se as relações cotidianas cuja percepção de assegurar a saúde pública estava em evidência no ambiente escolar. Contudo, a legislação aprovada e a participação dos cidadãos no envolvimento direto com a escola foram percebidas como uma possibilidade de novas perspectivas participativas.
The influence of culture on the implementation of collaborative governance: The study of forest and land fires control organization
Authors: Adni Dita Fisdian , Nurmandi Achmad , Mutiarin Dyah
Published: February 2024

Since 1997, forest and land fires have occurred in the province of Riau (Handoko et al., 2021). Despite the government’s numerous efforts, forest and land fire suppression remains ineffective. This study aims to determine the influence of culture on the implementation of collaborative governance in controlling forest and land fires in Riau Province. The Ansell and Gash (2008) collaborative governance model was modified by including cultural and output variables. This quantitative study employs structural equation modelling (SEM) techniques and SmartPLS to assess hypotheses and analyze data. Data were gathered by distributing 150 questionnaires to multi-actors from five organizations active in controlling forest and land fires in Riau Province. The results showed that culture significantly influences the implementation of collaborative governance in controlling forest and land fires in Riau Province. Culture has a significant influence on building trust in collaboration. Furthermore, trust positively affects the output of collaboration, and output also influences the outcome of collaboration. However, facilitating leadership and institutional design do not significantly affect trust in collaboration in controlling forest and land fires in Riau Province.
Perinatal Outcomes in Early and Late Gestational Diabetes Mellitus After Treatment From 24–28 Weeks’ Gestation: A TOBOGM Secondary Analysis
Authors: Simmons David , Immanuel Jincy , Hague William M. , Teede Helena , Nolan Christopher J. , Peek Michael J. , Flack Jeff R. , McLean Mark , Wong Vincent , Hibbert Emily J. , Kautzky-Willer Alexandra , Harreiter Jürgen , Backman Helena , Gianatti Emily , Sweeting Arianne , Mohan Viswanathan , Cheung N. Wah ,   TOBOGM Research Group, Simmons David , Cheung N. Wah , Immanuel Jincy , Hague William M. , Teede Helena , Nolan Christopher J. , Peek Michael J. , Flack Jeff R. , McLean Mark , Wong Vincent , Hibbert Emily , Gianatti Emily , Sweeting Arianne , Coat Suzette , Dalal Raiyomand , Soldatos Georgia , Padmanabhan Suja , Rajagopal Rohit , Rudland Victoria , Harreiter Jürgen , Kautzky-Willer Alexandra , Kiss Herbert , Backman Helena , Schwarcz Erik , Ross Glynis , Mohan Viswanathan , Mohan Anjana Ranjit , Ram Uma
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVE

In most gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) studies, cohorts have included women combined into study populations without regard to whether hyperglycemia was present earlier in pregnancy. In this study we sought to compare perinatal outcomes between groups: women with early GDM (EGDM group: diagnosis before 20 weeks’ gestation but no treatment until 24–28 weeks’ gestation if GDM still present), with late GDM (LGDM group: present only at 24–28 weeks’ gestation), and with normoglycemia at 24–28 weeks’ gestation (control participants).

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

This is a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled treatment trial where we studied, among women with risk factors, early (<20 weeks’ gestation) GDM defined according to World Health Organization 2013 criteria. Those receiving early treatment for GDM treatment were excluded. GDM was treated if present at 24–28 weeks’ gestation. The primary outcome was a composite of birth before 37 weeks’ gestation, birth weight ≥4,500 g, birth trauma, neonatal respiratory distress, phototherapy, stillbirth/neonatal death, and shoulder dystocia. Comparisons included adjustment for age, ethnicity, BMI, site, smoking, primigravity, and education.

RESULTS

Women with EGDM (n = 254) and LGDM (n = 467) had shorter pregnancy duration than control participants (n = 2,339). BMI was lowest with LGDM. The composite was increased with EGDM (odds ratio [OR] 1.59, 95% CI 1.18–2.12) but not LGDM (OR 1.19, 95% CI 0.94–1.50). Induction of labor was higher in both GDM groups. In comparisons with control participants there were higher birth centile, higher preterm birth rate, and higher rate of neonatal jaundice for the EGDM group (but not the LGDM group). The greatest need for insulin and/or metformin was with EGDM.

CONCLUSIONS

Adverse perinatal outcomes were increased with EGDM despite treatment from 24–28 weeks’ gestation, suggesting the need to initiate treatment early, and more aggressively, to reduce the effects of exposure to the more severe maternal hyperglycemia from early pregnancy.
Türkiye’de Enerji Kooperatiflerinin GZFT (Güçlü, Zayıf, Fırsat, Tehdit Yönleri) Ve PEST (Politik, Ekonomik, Sosyolojik, Teknolojik Etkenler) Analizleri İle Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: KIRAR Aslı Menekşe , OLGUN Hayati
Published: February 2024

Enerji Kooperatifleri her ülkede farklı zamanlarda farklı ihtiyaçlarla ortaya çıkmıştır. Enerji politikalarının değişimi ile enerji kooperatifçiliği ülkeden ülkeye farklılık göstermeye devam etmektedir. Sürdürülebilir enerji yönetiminin sağlanması için yenilenebilir enerji kullanımının arttığı 21. yüzyılda enerji politikalarında da değişimler olmaktadır. Bu noktada kooperatif ve enerji kavramları birleşmiş ve kooperatifleşmenin önemi de yeniden gündeme gelmiştir. Enerji ve kooperatifleşme iki ayrı tartışmalı konular olması ile Enerji Kooperatifleri süreci Türkiye Enerji politikaları bakımından daha da ilginç bir hale bürünmektedir. Dünya’da 1930’lu yıllarda başlamış olan enerji kooperatifleri ülkemizde ilk kez 2012 yılında dile gelmiştir. 2014 yılında ilk enerji kooperatifi kurulmuş olup, 2021 yılı itibari ile sayısı 55’e ulaşmıştır. Ancak faaliyete geçen kooperatif sadece Kayseri Mobilyacılar Yenilenebilir Enerji Kooperatifi olmuştur. Bu çalışma da enerji kooperatifleri sürecinin bu kadar yavaş gelişmesinin sebepleri ile gelinen son durum araştırılmış ve durumun iyileştirilmesine etki eden faktörler GZFT ve PEST Analizleri ile değerlendirilmiştir.
Measuring Economic Resilience of Tourism Villages: A Spatiotemporal Analysis of Pre and Post-Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Ariyani Nafiah , Fauzi Akhmad , Suherlan Ade
Published: February 2024

Tourist village plays an important role in rural development in Indonesia. Nevertheless, tourist village is also prone to external shocks such as national and global economic volatilities and recent public health events of the Covid-19 pandemic. This study attempts to analyze a temporal variations of tourist village economic resilience from pandemic shock in 24 tourist village destinations covering the period of 2019-2022 in Indonesia. A synthetic composite index of the Adjusted Mazziotta-Pareto Index (AMPI) was used to measure resilience, followed by clustering analysis to determine the typology of the resilience. The resilience index was composed of capacity and performance dimension related to resilience. The results show that most villages were severely affected in the first year of Covid-19, yet they recovered afterward, as indicated by positive differences in the AMPI index before and after Covid-19. This result shows that tourist villages in Indonesia have a tendency of strong capacity and performance to recover from the pandemic shock. The economic components of the capacity and performance were able to readjust after the pandemic indicating that these components are relatively adaptable to the shocks. The indicator that has the most significant influence on the typology of resilience in the performance dimension is the number of visitors. Meanwhile, the Development Village Index (DVI) indicator is the most significant influence on the capacity dimension.
Corporate Social Responsibility Reporting: A Study of the Views of MNC Subsidiary Managers in an African Context
Authors: Amos Gideon Jojo , Banahene Jonathan
Published: February 2024

There is a general lack of research which directly seeks the views of MNC subsidiary managers about what internal and external pressures they perceive are imposed on them, and how such pressures, in turn, impact their CSR reporting in developing countries. To fill this gap and improve our understanding of CSR reporting practices of MNC subsidiaries, this study aims to investigate how MNC subsidiaries operationalise CSR reporting practices in an African context–Ghana. This study comprises analysis of CSR reports, websites and other publicly-available reports using qualitative data analysis and 15 in-depth, semi-structured interviews with respondents drawn from 8 MNC subsidiaries using legitimacy theory and institutional theory as lenses. The analysis identifies reporting relationships between MNC subsidiary and parent-company (as internal factors), and the supervisory relationships between MNC subsidiaries and local regulatory institutions (as external factors), as factors that induce/sensitise MNC subsidiaries managers to voluntarily disclose social responsibility information. The adoption of voluntary global standards for CSR such as GRI appeared to influence MNC subsidiaries’ CSR reporting practices. Additionally, locally espoused (or ingrained) values/expectations and norms that frown on actions and/or inactions that are deemed not to be socially acceptable corporate behaviours appeared to inform the CSR initiatives that MNC subsidiaries voluntarily disclose in order to acquire a sense of legitimacy. The results of this study have implications for research and practice. Generally speaking, MNC subsidiaries operating in an African context may require more local knowledge and support in relation to social and environmental responsibility. Limitations of this study include limited data available, particularly interviews, which provides opportunity for future research.
Contribution of Peek in Dental Prothesis
Authors: Boualam Ayoub , Benfaida Sara , El Assraoui Khadija , Andoh Abderahman
Published: February 2024

Objective: Our work aimed to study the clinical contribution of Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) in dental prostheses.
Material and methods: A bibliographic search was carried out through the PubMed and Scopus search engines, using keywords. Initially, a reading of the titles and abstracts was performed to select articles that met the inclusion criteria. A reading of the full text of each reference was then performed.
Results: Of the selected articles, 12 articles were retained after reading the full text. The studies found confirmed the contribution of PEEK in prostheses due to its favorable mechanical, chemical, and physical properties.
Conclusion: The PEEK is a high-performance polymer that can be used in fixed and removable prostheses in different applications. However, further clinical and in vitro studies are needed to evaluate its long-term performance.
Pelaksanaan Ekstrakurikuler Paduan Suara di SMP Angkasa Lanud Padang
Authors: Olong Aholongan Nauli , Ardipal
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe the Extracurricular Implementation of Choir at SMP Angkasa Lanud Padang. This kind of study employs qualitative descriptive research techniques. The object of research is the implementation of choir extracurricular activities at SMP Angkasa Lanud Padang. This research instrument is the researcher himself who is assisted by supporting instruments such as documentation results. Data collection techniques are carried out by observation, interviews, documentation, and literature studies. Data analysis techniques by means of data collection, clarifying data, analyzing data, and inferring data. The results showed that the choir extracurricular program at SMP Angkasa Lanud Padang could run well following the correct steps and stages, starting with gathering students interested in participating in choir extracurricular activities, making training schedules and agendas, and providing materials. In the Extracurricular Choir Implementation, students can sing Bareh Solok songs together in a choir with two voices: soprano and alto. Choir extracurricular activities at SMP Angkasa Lanud Padang The results are quite good because they are supported by sufficient facilities. As well as teachers have successfully organized choir extracurricular activities.
Hubungan Bernyanyi Gaya Dendang Terhadap Popularitas Lagu “Bayang-Bayang Rindu” Ciptaan Edi Elmitos
Authors: Azhari Lubis Anggi , Sudarman Yos
Published: February 2024

This research aims to determine the relationship between singing in the singing style and the popularity of the song "Bayang-Bayang Rindu" created by Edi Elmitos. This type of research is descriptive quantitative research. The population in this study were Padang State University Sendratasik students who took Vocal and Dandrum courses with the research instrument in the form of a questionnaire. Data collection techniques were carried out by distributing questionnaires and taking questionnaires. The data analysis technique is carried out using a percentage formula. The research results show that the relationship between the song and the creator's background is 37.68%, the relationship between the song and the vocalist is 39.56%, the relationship between the song being sung differently by Rayola and its predecessor singer (Anroys) is 39.51%, the relationship between the song and the singing style sung by Rayola 41.09%, there is a match between the lyrics and the way the vocalist expresses the song 39.07%, the relationship between the song and the strategy of popularizing the song through social media Youtube 40.61%. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hubungan bernyanyi gaya dendang terhadap popularitas lagu “Bayang-Bayang Rindu” ciptaan Edi Elmitos. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kuantitatif deskriptif. Populasi di dalam penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa Sendratasik Universitas Negeri Padang yang mengambil mata kuliah Vocal dan Dendang dengan instrumen penelitian ini berupa angket (kuesioner). Teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan cara penyebaran angket (kuesioner) dan pengambilan angket. Teknik analisis data dilakukan menggunakan rumus persentase. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa hubungan lagu dengan latar belakang pencipta 37,68%, hubungan lagu dengan vocalist 39,56%, hubungan lagu dinyanyikan secara berbeda oleh Rayola dengan penyanyi pendahulunya (Anroys) 39,51%, hubungan lagu dengan gaya dendang yang dinyanyikan Rayola 41,09%, adanya kesesuaian antara lirik dengan cara mengekspresikan lagu oleh vocalist 39,07%, hubungan lagu dengan strategi mempopulerkan lagu melalui media social Youtube 40,61%.
Koreografi Tari Galuik Salendang Sanggar Tuah Sakato di Kota Padang
Authors: Aisah Siti , Susmiarti Susmiarti
Published: February 2024

This study aims to reveal and describe the Choreography of the Galuik Salendang Sanggar Tuah Sakato Dance in the City of Padang. This type of research is qualitative research with descriptive methods of analysis. This research instrument is the researcher himself and is assisted by supporting instruments in the form of stationery, cameras and audio recording devices. Data collection techniques are carried out by means of literature studies, observations, interviews and documentation. The steps of analyzing data are data collection, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The results showed that the creation of Galuik Salendang dance consisted of 2 aspects, namely the content aspect and the form aspect. The content aspect consists of ideas, atmospheres and functions. The idea of creating Galuik Salendang dance was inspired by the Sofyani Umbrella dance and the pre-existing Galuik Salendang dance. The atmosphere of this dance is a joyful and passionate atmosphere. The function of Galuik Salendang dance is as an entertainment dance. While the form aspect consists of movement, dancers, floor design, dramatic design, group composition, costumes, props and dance accompaniment
Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Tari Melalui Metode Tutor Sebaya bagi Kelas VIII MTsN 11 Agam
Authors: Hanifa Radhia
Published: February 2024

This study aims to explain and describe how to improve student dance learning outcomes using the peer tutor method in class VIII MTsN 11 Agam. This type of research carried out is class action research (PTK) which is carried out in 2 cycles. The subjects of the research were students of class VIIIF MTsN 11 Agam totaling 23 people. The data collection techniques used are observation and documentation. The results of this study show that dance learning using the peer tutor method is successful in improving the learning outcomes of class VIIIF MTsN 11 Agam students. It can be proven that before using the peer tutor method, the average score of students in the first cycle under KKM, which is 74.78 with KKM 78. Meanwhile, in cycle II, student learning outcomes with the peer tutor method increased by an average of 82.39.  So it can be concluded that the application of learning through this peer tutor method can improve the learning outcomes of MTsN 11 agam students.
Representasi Laki-laki Ladyboy dalam Karya Tari SHEMALE: Satu Anomali dalam Prilaku Laki-laki Minangkabau
Authors: Chairi Dendi , Indrayuda Indrayuda
Published: February 2024

This article aims to reveal the problem of deviant behavior in Minangkabau men. According to tradition and culture, Minangkabau men are men who are based on traditional behavior coded as syarak and syarak coded as khitabullah, meaning that Minangkabau men are men who behave according to Islamic customs and norms. In the dance work entitled "SHEMALE" Minangkabau men are represented as ladyboys, which in the current era are often found in urban areas, but do not apply in rural areas, because of the strong confines of village customs and norms, this behavioral anomaly cannot grow and develop. The creation method in the dance work "SHEMALE" is divided into 3 (three), namely the concept of creation, the process of creation, and the composition of the work (form structure). In the dance work "SHEMALE" it can be seen that every standard and deeply rooted social system, if maintained collectively, will be able to resist various external interventions. Apart from that, another message is that information technology can make people poisoned logically and intuitively, so that they deviate from their actual behavior. The third message is that there is no human being who cannot change, as long as the human being himself is willing to change.
Boosting Critical Thinking: A Prominent Aspect to Uphold Learners’ Autonomy in the EFL Classroom
Authors: Addinna Ainul , Oktaviani Lulud
Published: February 2024

This paper clarifies how learners' critical thinking could promote their autonomy in EFL classrooms. The study's findings contain opinions collections of Seventeen undergraduate students from the English Department of Universitas Negeri Padang. they took a Critical Reading course for a semester. This study analyzed toward their responsibilities in learning, confidence in operating their autonomy, and motivation that build up as well assist them in exploring reading texts. The good thing is that they can fully participate in classroom activities and discover themselves enjoy looking for more information about the reading. Students who reach this stage of thinking are believed to be critical and independent.
What Teacher Confirmation Means to EFL Learners: High and Low Achievers’ Voices
Authors: Novianti Sri , Kurniawan Eri , Selpia Delpani , Lutfiyana Faza
Published: February 2024

One of factors leading to the success of students’ learning is interpersonal relationships between teachers and students. One indicator contributing to this relationship is communication; one of its aspects is teacher confirmation, happening in the classroom interaction. The current study aims to reveal students’ perceptions on teacher confirmation as one of elements affecting student-teacher interpersonal relationships and how teacher confirmation affects their learning. This case study involved two high school students - high achiever and low achiever - selected from their English competence judged by the English teacher. Adapting Ellis’ Teacher Confirmation Scale (2000), sequenced and open-ended interview was conducted to both students in order to collect the data. The findings show that teacher confirmation exists in the classroom interaction and is perceived by both participants. Notwithstanding, teacher confirmation does not equally give positive impacts on students’ learning in general. In conclusion, high and low achiever responds teacher confirmation in different ways, resulted from factors which have not yet been explored in this study. Examining related intervening factors and the degree to which they affect how students perceive and respond to teacher confirmation is recommended for future research.
Non-fiction narrative podcasts: an overview of the Brazilian production
Authors: Vicente Eduardo
Published: February 2024

This text seeks to provide an overview of the development and current production of non-fiction narrative podcasts in Brazil. To this end, it initially presents a definition of the genre, highlighting its origin in radio journalism in the United States. Next, this production is contextualized in relation to Brazilian radio and some of the pioneering or most influential productions are listed. Subsequently, we provide a sample of the most recent works. Through this sample, the text seeks to present both the main agents involved in this field of production (large local media groups and larger podcast producers) and the predominant topics of podcasts. The text also seeks to address the significant economic concentration present in this context, the social and political importance of independent production, and the need for its greater valorization and visibility.
Relationship between education and fertility preferences in Mexico: Lessons from Italy
Authors: Juárez Fatima , De Rose Alessandra , Testa Maria Rita
Published: February 2024

Education is an important determinant of reproductive preferences. However, few studies have explored the evolution of its role in countries with different levels of fertility transition, due to the lack of adequate data. In this paper, we analyze the role of education as a determinant of fertility preferences in Mexico, a country which is rapidly approaching the end of fertility transition, albeit with substantial differences between different areas of the country. Using survey data, we contrast the results with evidence from a very low fertility country, Italy. The results indicate a persistent negative correlation between fertility preferences and educational levels in Mexico. However, a more detailed analysis at the territorial level reveals that in the most developed regions—such as Mexico City—the relationship is going into reverse, with more educated women showing a greater willingness to having another child, similarly to Italy, where higher levels of education have a positive effect on fertility intentions.
Developing Basic English Module for Secondary Level: Task Based Language Teaching
Authors: Puspa Sari Eka , Hartina St. , Sahraini
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study is to provide a suitable English-language curriculum for SMP Negeri 1 Bone-Bone. The five steps of the ADDIE model—analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation—are used in research and development as part of the research design. It used Ellis's (2017) Task Based Approach as a model to create the module. This research uses instruments such as observation, a questionnaire and interview for need analysis, expert validation, and a questionnaire for student and teacher perception. That designed module was tested on ten students of SMP Negeri 1 Bone-Bone. Therefore, the students' perception results obtained an average score of 3.64 which shows that the English module design is suitable for SMP Negeri 1 Bone-Bone. These results are supported by the results of the student questionnaire at SMP Negeri 1 Bone-Bone which are summarized as follows: the module consists of three themes, covering student needs, attractive design and layout, various integrated activities and skills, and providing guidelines for use. With modules, students can learn independently because they are adaptive and the instructions are easy.
Enfoque pretraductológico en el proceso traductor de textos publicitarios: el caso de la campaña publicitaria de Cruzcampo «Con mucho acento»
Authors: Carrillo Orozco Marta , Ponce Márquez Nuria
Published: February 2024

El objetivo principal de este artículo es analizar, desde un enfoque pretraductológico, la presencia de ascpectos andaluces en la campaña publicitaria «Con mucho acento», de la empresa Cruzcampo, caracterizada por la vinculación positiva de lo andaluz con abundantes referencias visuales, fonéticas, lingüísticas y pragmático-culturales.
En el marco de un probable encargo de traducción/localización por parte de esta empresa, en este artículo se aporta un análisis de los principales retos que supone un texto publicitario como el objeto de nuestro estudio, cuyos pilares fundamentales son la presencia de características muy marcadas de un habla concreta junto con el uso de un discurso persuasivo basado en la prevalencia de la función apelativa y el impulso perlocutivo.
Escuchar con los ojos: el subtitulado para sordos de la música en el cine de terror
Authors: Reverter Oliver Beatriz
Published: February 2024

Este estudio pretende analizar y describir las etiquetas empleadas para subtitular la música de un catálogo de películas de terror presentes en la plataforma RTVE Play. El interés de este objeto de estudio radica en el uso particular que se hace de la música en este género cinematográfico. Se trata de una investigación de enfoque cuantitativo con alcance descriptivo y exploratorio. Los resultados muestran que, si bien hay una tendencia a subtitular la música indicando la sensación que esta produce, no existe una homogeneidad en las soluciones. Además, observamos que la segunda opción más empleada en el subtitulado de las películas analizadas es indicar la presencia de música sin indicar tipo, sensación o pieza, lo cual se aleja de las pautas indicadas en la norma UNE 153010. Más aún, observamos que en tres de los 17 filmes analizados no se ha incluido ninguna etiqueta para subtitular la música.
In Vitro Effects of Silver Nanoparticles on Pathogenic Bacteria and on Metabolic Activity and Viability of Human Mesenchymal Stem Cells
Authors: Ptasiewicz Maja , Chałas Renata , Idaszek Joanna , Maksymiuk Paweł , Kister Mateusz , Kister Karolina A. , Kurzydłowski Krzysztof J. , Magryś Agnieszka
Published: February 2024

The rapid development of nanotechnology has led to the use of silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) in various biomedical fields. However, the effect of Ag-NPs on human mesenchymal stem cells (hMSCs) is not fully understood. Moreover, too frequent an exposure to products containing nanosilver in sublethal amounts raises widespread concerns that it will lead to the development of silver-resistant microorganisms. Therefore, this study aimed to evaluate the mechanism of action of Ag-NPs on hMSCs by analyzing the cellular uptake of Ag-NPs by the cells and its effect on their viability and to assess antimicrobial activity of Ag-NPs against emerging bacterial strains, including multidrug-resistant pathogens. For metabolic activity and viability evaluation, hMSCs were incubated with different concentrations of Ag-NPs (14 μg/mL, 7 μg/mL, and 3.5 μg/mL) for 10 min., 1 h and 24 h and subsequently analyzed for their viability by live-dead staining and metabolic activity by the MTS assay. The effect of Ag-NPs on bacterial pathogens was studied by determining their minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) and minimum bactericidal concentration (MBC). In conclusion, it was observed that exposure of hMSCs to Ag-NPs of size <10 nm has no cytotoxic effect on the metabolic activity of the cells at the concentration of 3.5 μg/mL, with minimal cytotoxic effect being observed at the concentration of 14 μg/mL after 24 h of incubation. Our findings also confirmed that Ag-NPs at the concentration of 4 μg/mL are effective broad-spectrum bactericidal agents, regardless of the antibiotic-resistance mechanism present in bacteria.
Intelligent Translation System Aiding High-Quality Writing in English in the Age of the Internet
Authors: Wang Lei , Wang Xuemin , Wang Fang , Li Qing
Published: February 2024

This study focuses on applying intelligent translation systems in assisting high-quality English writing in the Internet era. The study analyzes statistical machine translation techniques, especially N-gram language modeling and word alignment techniques, and their crucial role in translation quality improvement. In English writing, the intelligent translation system significantly improves the quality of students’ Writing through word block translation. By analyzing 320 students, the mean value of self-efficacy in writing skills of students in the high-quality writing group was 3.78, significantly higher than that of the low-quality group, which was 2.82. After the experiment, 0.57 students indicated that they would improve their English writing vocabulary with the aid of the Intelligent Translation System, which showed the potential of the Intelligent Translation System to enhance students’ interest in and autonomy in Writing. Average distribution analysis shows that word block usage positively correlates with writing performance, with an R Square value of 0.6726. The intelligent translation system improves students’ English writing and enhances their self-efficacy, which is of great significance to English teaching.
Text Value and Linguistic Characterization in Chinese Language Literature Based on Text Mining Techniques
Authors: Liu Min , Hu Shuling , Qing Wenting
Published: February 2024

This study applies text mining techniques to deeply analyze Chinese language and literature’s text value and linguistic features. The study adopts the methods of textual disambiguation, vector space modeling, semantic network and Labeled-LDA model. Taking the novels of Yu Hua and Ge Fei as an example, it reveals the differences between the two writers in linguistic features such as using punctuation, average word length, and sentence discrete degree. The study provides a comprehensive heat score for the novels based on three dimensions: reading base group, reading gain, and reading discussion. The results show that the frequency of period use in Yu Hua’s works is decentralized, while Ge Fei’s works are more concentrated. Ge Fei’s average word length is slightly higher, showing a tendency to use multi-syllabic words. The novel popularity and heat scores conform to a power law distribution, reflecting the Pareto rule that 80% of the popularity is concentrated on 20% of the hot novels. This study provides a new perspective on Chinese language and literature through the application of text mining technology, and its methods and tools can effectively enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of teaching.