bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
FORMULATION AND CHARACTERISATION OF RISEDRONATE SODIUM SUBLINGUAL SPRAY
Authors: NAVAPARIYA VATSAL , M THOSAR MILIND
Published: November 2024

Objective: To formulate a propellant-free sublingual spray of Risedronate sodium, addressing issues of gastrointestinal side effects associated with current oral formulations and improving patient compliance.
Methods: Initially, a fractional factorial design was used to screen variables, followed by a face-centered central composite design for optimization. Formulation batches were characterized by spray pattern, spray angle, leak test, prime test, drug delivery uniformity, drug content per spray, and ex-vivo permeation study.
Results: The optimized batch O1 exhibited an ovality ratio of 1.1, a spray angle of 640, and a drug permeation percentage of 4. In vivo absorption analysis revealed that the relative bioavailability of optimized batch O1 was 2.27 times higher than that of the plain drug solution. Compatibility of the product pack with excipients and the drug was confirmed through stability studies of batch O1.
Conclusion: The study concluded that Risedronate sodium sublingual spray presents a promising alternative to oral administration, potentially reducing gastrointestinal side effects and enhancing patient compliance.
Angioplastía coronaria percutánea ambulatoria: cohorte de criterios extendidos
Authors: Cruz Licurgo , Grullón Rodríguez Helio , López Bencosme Yanely , García Taveras Valeria , Gutiérrez Martínez Anthony
Published: November 2024

Introducción y objetivo:
La intervención coronaria percutánea (ICP) se ha vuelto la técnica de revascularización coronaria más utilizada, esto ha llevado a explorar la seguridad de su realización de forma ambulatoria con éxito y una gran disminución de costos en pacientes altamente seleccionados. Por lo que esta investigación busca comparar la seguridad y satisfacción de la ICP ambulatoria en pacientes con criterios de selección extendidos, como >70 años y/o cuya indicación para el procedimiento sea: angina inestable o infarto agudo sin elevación del segmento ST (NSTEMI).

Material y métodos:
Se realizó un estudio retrospectivo, unicéntrico. La población fueron los pacientes sometidos a ICP en Santiago, República Dominicana entre enero y diciembre de 2022. En la muestra final se incluyeron setenta pacientes. Fueron dados de alta en menos de 24 horas después del procedimiento y fueron llamados a las 24-48 horas y 7-14 días. Para el análisis estadístico, los pacientes fueron divididos en tres grupos: pacientes sin criterios extendidos, pacientes >70 años y pacientes con criterios extendidos por motivo de intervención, se analizó la satisfacción, la necesidad de ingreso hospitalarios y complicaciones.

Resultados:
El 87.1% de los pacientes >70 años se realizó el procedimiento por angina inestable, siendo este el motivo más común. El 98.9% no reportó alteraciones en el examen de la punción arterial, el hematoma en sitio de punción arterial se presentó en 1.67% de los pacientes con criterios extendidos por indicación. La mayoría de los pacientes estaban asintomáticos al seguimiento de 24-48 horas y 7-14 días después de la angioplastia.

Conclusión:
La angioplastia coronaria percutánea ambulatoria es aparentemente segura, tanto en pacientes menores como mayores de 70 años, así como en aquellos con angina inestable o NSTEMI como indicación para el procedimiento, a pesar de este aumento en la complejidad de los pacientes, la tasa de complicaciones periprocedimiento se ha mantenido constante.
Ausentismo y satisfacción laboral en personal de enfermería en un hospital de segundo nivel de atención
Authors: Cheverría Rivera Sofia , Velázquez Ramos Maribel , Sánchez Macias Armando , Flores Rueda Isabel Cristina
Published: November 2024

El ausentismo se refiere a la inasistencia al lugar de trabajo cuando se esperaba que la persona estuviera presente. Por su parte, la satisfacción laboral es un estado de felicidad placentero, resultante de un desempeño reconocido. En las instituciones de salud es indispensable que el personal manifieste un sentimiento positivo hacia su trabajo. El ausentismo puede ser un indicador de baja calidad de los servicios de salud; repercutiendo en la atención al paciente, pero también en el trabajador. El objetivo es determinar la relación entre el ausentismo y la satisfacción laboral en el personal de enfermería en un Hospital de Segundo Nivel de Atención en San Luis Potosí, México. Es un estudio descriptivo correlacional, transversal no experimental. La población son profesionales de enfermería. Se utiliza un muestreo no probabilístico por conveniencia con un tamaño de 194. El instrumento utilizado es la Escala de Satisfacción Laboral de Chiang, et al. (2018). Para el análisis estadístico se utiliza el software SPSS versión 23. Se respetaron los aspectos éticos de la investigación en seres humanos de acuerdo con la Ley General de Salud (México). El 54.1% del personal presentó ausentismo en el instituto al menos en una ocasión. Las causas principales fueron licencia COVID-19, enfermedad general y falta injustificada. Al medir la satisfacción global se encontraron niveles medios de satisfacción en un 65.5%, Se encontró relación estadísticamente significativa entre ausentismo y las dimensiones de satisfacción laboral. Los resultados del estudio evidenciaron que el personal esta medianamente satisfecho y el ausentismo está presente en más de la mitad de la muestra, mayormente en mujeres. Así mismo, que la satisfacción laboral es un factor del ausentismo laboral.
Ensambladores de prendas de vestir centroamericanos en la era de la desglobalización
Authors: Mathews Dale T.
Published: November 2024

Este es un artículo sobre el desempeño comparativo de las exportaciones del sector de confección de ropa en América Central y la cuenca del Caribe frente a los principales productores del Lejano Oriente para el mercado de los Estados Unidos. Aparte de un relato de tendencias históricas, la metodología empleada en el mismo es del tipo estadística descriptiva y resumida. Esta subdivisión hemisférica del trabajo que consiste en la especialización caribeña en el ensamblaje de prendas hechas con insumos de los Estados Unidos y otros países industrializados ha experimentado fluctuaciones a lo largo de las décadas desde su inicio. El último “capítulo” de esta industria ha sido el regreso al proteccionismo en Estados Unidos, iniciado por la Administración Trump. Se proporciona un resumen de la historia de la industria de exportación de prendas de vestir de la región frente a la evolución de los programas de acceso preferenciales al mercado de EE. UU., seguido de un examen del impacto de la competencia del Lejano Oriente en el contexto de una globalización más amplia de los mercados. El impacto de las políticas proteccionistas de EE. UU. en este comercio parece mínimo en lo que respecta al Caribe y América Central.
Aplicación del método de análisis de componentes principales al índice de pobreza multidimensional: caso Los Alcarrizos
Authors: Llaugel Felipe Antonio , Perez Eulalia , Llaugel Melanie
Published: November 2024

Se estudia el cálculo del índice de pobreza multidimensional (IPM) para los distritos municipales Los Alcarrizos, Pantoja y Palmarejo -Villa Linda, usando la información levantada por el Sistema Único de Beneficiarios (SIUBEN) en el año 2021. Dado que no se pudo recabar toda la data necesaria para el cálculo del IPM, se propone una alternativa al método de Alkire-Foster, donde, en lugar de usar contadores se usan proporciones para determinar el impacto de los indicadores de privación. Fue necesario usar aproximaciones de los indicadores donde el informe de SIUBEN no esclarecía la información. Utilizando simulación para la asignación de las ponderaciones, se pudo determinar que se necesita un mejor criterio que simplemente homologar los pesos de las cinco (5) dimensiones de privación. Este estudio contribuye con la aplicación del método de Análisis de Componentes Principales (PCA) para la determinación de las ponderaciones de los indicadores de privación, eliminando la necesidad de usar valores arbitrarios para las mismas.
Modelos de aprendizaje-enseñanza virtual en la República Dominicana. El caso de la asignatura “Redacción Castellana”
Authors: Pérez Rita María
Published: November 2024

La investigación se propone comprender el significado de utilizar los diferentes modelos de aprendizaje en la docencia virtual, a partir de la experiencia práctica en la asignatura “Redacción Castellana”. Expone algunas de las metodologías utilizadas en la docencia virtual de la República Dominicana y enfatiza sobre las condiciones que requiere el aprendizaje virtual para ser eficaz, así como en los estándares profesionales que se le exigen al gestor e-learning GP-eL para que pueda concebir un curso virtual de calidad. El estudio emplea la observación participante, la recopilación de información a través de diversas fuentes bibliográficas relacionadas con el objeto de la investigación, el diálogo con 160 estudiantes de la materia de Redacción Castellana (matriculados en diversas carreras tecnológicas matriculados en uno de los centros de educación superior de Santo Domingo), el análisis cualitativo y la comparación de los resultados alcanzados en sus evaluaciones, durante tres semestres de los cursos 2019-2020 y 2020-2021; todo lo cual ha permitido construir el corpus teórico y metodológico para articular, comprender e interpretar la información. El estudio concluye que la docencia virtual requiere del empleo de los distintos modelos de aprendizaje-enseñanza, los cuales contribuyen a que el educando se convierta en el centro del proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje, desarrolle su pensamiento crítico y reflexivo, construya saberes e incremente el liderazgo, mediante el trabajo colaborativo, aspectos que dinamizan e incentivan el aprendizaje. A la vez, evidencia que ha crecido la demanda de la docencia virtual en República Dominicana, como resultado de las potencialidades que ofrece y la adaptación de las generaciones actuales al uso de las nuevas tecnologías.
La evaluación de la investigación en República Dominicana: perspectiva de los actores del Sistema Nacional de Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación
Authors: Riggio-Olivares Giovanna , Mencía-Ripley Aída , Rosario-Díaz Ramón I.
Published: November 2024

El Sistema Nacional de Indicadores de Ciencia y Tecnología de la República Dominicana se encuentra en una etapa avanzada de diseño y próximo a implementarse. Este sistema facilitará el monitoreo sistemático de distintas dimensiones del desempeño científico y tecnológico del país. En el marco del proyecto de investigación titulado «Estudio de línea base para la implementación del Sistema Nacional de Indicadores de Ciencia y Tecnología de la República Dominicana», se llevó a cabo un grupo focal con el propósito de evaluar las experiencias, percepciones y opiniones de diversos actores del ecosistema nacional de ciencia y tecnología sobre los indicadores cienciométricos y los procesos de evaluación de la investigación y la innovación. Los resultados ponen de relieve las valoraciones de gestores e investigadores acerca de los modelos, políticas y sistemas de evaluación vigentes, así como los métodos e instrumentos que utilizan en la práctica evaluativa. Este artículo presenta un análisis detallado de los resultados del grupo focal y sus implicaciones.
Psilocybin Fungi Unveiled: Morphological Characteristics and Pharmacological Potentials
Authors: Nashikkar Raj , Mane Kavita , Patil Rajendra
Published: November 2024

Abstract: Psilocybin mushrooms, also known as "magic mushrooms," have garnered significant attention for their psychoactive properties and potential therapeutic applications. This review explores the comprehensive morphology, pharmacognostic properties, and pharmacological activities of psilocybin-producing fungi. The unique morphological characteristics of these mushrooms, including their microscopic structure and macroscopic features, contribute to their identification and classification within various Psilocybe species. The pharmacognostic analysis delves into the identification, sourcing, and quality control of these fungi, essential for therapeutic and research applications. Moreover, the pharmacological profile of psilocybin, the primary bioactive compound, is discussed in detail, highlighting its mechanism of action, therapeutic potential in mental health treatments, and effects on the central nervous system. With an increasing body of evidence supporting the therapeutic potential of psilocybin in managing depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders, this paper provides a foundational understanding for future research and clinical applications. Ultimately, this review aims to bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and modern scientific insights, contributing to the broader understanding of psilocybin mushrooms' potential as therapeutic agents.
Design of Power Optimised Truncated Approximate Booth Multiplier
Authors: Varsha K Pavithra , Sumalatha Dr. V.
Published: November 2024

Abstract: In digital signal processing and arithmetic circuits, Booth multipliers are widely used for efficient multiplication of signed numbers. However, conventional Booth multipliers consume significant power due to their full precision operation. This paper explores efficient approximation techniques for Booth multipliers enhanced with flip-flop clock gating to reduce power consumption. Booth multipliers traditionally consume significant power due to their full precision operations. In this approach it mainly focuses on truncating less significant bits in the Booth encoding to lower computational demands without compromising performance. Additionally, flip-flop clock gating dynamically disables clock signals to idle flip-flops during non-active computation phases, further reducing power dissipation. Simulation results demonstrate substantial power savings compared to conventional Booth multipliers while maintaining acceptable accuracy for digital signal processing applications. These findings contribute to advancing energy-efficient arithmetic units, particularly beneficial for battery-powered devices and embedded systems where power efficiency is crucial
Cognitive Query System Using Generative AI
Authors: Wadhwani Lakshay , Gupta Kushal , Kumar Akshat , Prabhakar Biraag S. , Kumar Dr. Archana
Published: November 2024

Abstract: The Cognitive Query System using Generative AI is a cutting-edge tool designed to transform the way we retrieve and analyse data from a wide range of sources, including text, images, and documents. Powered by the Google Gemini API and deployed through Streamlit, this system allows users to easily ask questions, process images, and explore document contents via an intuitive, interactive interface. The system comprises three core modules: the Question-Answering Module, which uses advanced natural language processing (NLP) techniques to provide contextually accurate, conversational responses to user queries, facilitating seamless, real-time interactions. The Image Processing and Querying Module enables users to upload images and ask questions related to their content, leveraging computer vision algorithms and AI to interpret and analyse visual data, making it easier to extract valuable insights. The Document Exploration Module supports various formats, including PDFs, Word documents, and spreadsheets, allowing users to quickly ask questions and navigate through sections without manual reading. Deployed online via Streamlit, the Cognitive Query System offers a smooth, real-time experience that does not require installation, making it ideal for remote and collaborative work environments. This innovative solution is designed to streamline workflows and effective outputs in the model.
API C4E Augmentation: AI-Powered Agent(AIPA) Framework
Authors: Krishnan Mahendhiran
Published: November 2024

Abstract: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations increasingly rely on Application Programming Interface known as API for seamless integration and data exchange. API providers comprising consumers, developers, and project teams face several challenges in discovering, developing and mapping APIs in compliance with organizational enterprise architecture principles. This paper aims to address these challenges by proposing an AI-Powered Agent (AIPA) Framework that leverages Generative AI and AI Code Assistant tools to enhance API governance and streamline the API development cycle (API Management, develop API, testing, security, deployment and monitoring). The proposed framework facilitates API discovery through an interactive chat interface that summarizes available APIs based on the use case. Additionally, it aims to automate key aspects of API development, including compliance checks, security protocols, and document generation thereby significantly reducing effort(s), human error(s), and improving productivity and efficiency. Establishing an API Center for Enablement (C4E) ensures consistent adoption of best practices across the organization. By integrating AI-driven solution with API governance, this paper outlines a pathway for organizations to improve API quality, security, and usability while empowering to adapt to digital disruptions. The findings suggest that a comprehensive, AI-enhanced governance framework enhances operational and development efficiency and fosters innovation.
Smart Trolley System Using OpenCV
Authors: Marathe Ashutosh
Published: November 2024

The shopping atmosphere of the malls and commercial places nowadays is confronted by problems such as long queues at checkout counters and inefficiencies in tracking purchased items. This paper introduces the “Smart Trolley System using OpenCV,” a frontier of computer vision and the IOT present in a retail. Through a unique configuration of the web cameras and IoT devices, it is now possible to track shoppers via colour bands, rejuvenating inventory management and curtailing checkout queues. This system revamps the shopping experience with a new approach of offering convenience and saving time in the crowded malls. It deals with the important issues of checkout queues, manual item tracking, limited automation, exit management, and real-time data integration. The study analyses various technologies such as pre-trained neural networks, Arduino, Xbee, and barcode scanners, and RFID technology to improve the shopping experience and customer satisfaction.
Performance Evaluation of Plastic Waste as Partial Replacement of Fine Aggregate in Concrete
Authors: Shrestha Muktta Narayan
Published: November 2024

Plastic pollution is a significant environmental problem caused by the accumulation of plastic waste in the environment, particularly in oceans, rivers, and terrestrial ecosystems. It is a global issue with far-reaching consequences for ecosystems, wildlife, and human health. Thus, it is indispensable to reduce the use of plastics by recycling or reusing them. Utilizing waste plastic in the concrete mix is one of the methods of recycling it.In this study, the fine aggregate in the concrete mix is partially replaced by multi-layer plastic with a size of 5-7 mm. M20 concrete cubes were produced using a replacement weight of fine aggregate by plastic 0%, 2%, 4%, and 6%. To determine the strength parameter, 90 cubes were manufactured and put through a compressive strength test. The test result demonstrated that as the fraction of plastic increases, the compressive strength and weight of the concrete cube decreases. By adding admixture, the strength of the concrete increased slightly, but not significantly. When silica and additional additives were added to plastic mix concrete, the compressive strength test result showed an increase in comparison to regular M20 concrete's strength. In addition, it is discovered that when compared to 4% and 6%, the 2%plastic substitution yields the best results. The investigation leads to the conclusion that using plastic in concrete helps get rid of plastic trash.
PjBL and PjBL-STEM: Which model best enhances students’ creative thinking?
Authors: Karina Andinawati Dwita , Oetomo Dwi , Indrowati Meti
Published: November 2024

In this century, humans are required to be able to adapt to the development of the times and are required to be able to answering and solving all problems that arise. One of the abilities that must be developed to face these challenges, namely the ability in the field of creativity. The research’s purpose is (1) to determine the differences in students' creative thinking abilities using the PjBL learning model and the PjBL-STEM learning model on class X environmental change material, (2) to determine students' responses to the PjBL-STEM learning model. This research used a posttest only control group design. The population used is class X1-X10 SMA Al Islam 1 Surakarta for the 2023/2024 academic year, a total of 384 students. The sampling technique used cluster random sampling, class X7 with 38 students as the control class using the project-based learning (PjBL) learning model and class X3 with 40 students as an experimental class using an integrated STEM with project-based learning (PjBL) learning model. Data collection was carried out using documentation, tests regarding creative thinking abilities, and student response questionnaires. The data analysis technique was carried out using a one-way t test. The research instruments are teaching modules, LKPD, creative thinking skills questions, and student response questionnaires. The instrument validation technique is carried out using validity tests and reliability tests. The results of the research show that (1) there is a significant difference in students' creative thinking abilities on environmental change material using the PjBL-STEM learning model, (2) students' responses to the PjBL-STEM learning model are included in the positive category.
Development and validation of a conceptual test for the human circulatory system
Authors: Gaylan Emerson , Elladora Suzette , Taneo John Kenneth , Callanga Collenn , Piloton-Narca Manilyn , Becbec Jonavie , Sanchez Joje Mar P
Published: November 2024

Current biology assessments often lack a strong emphasis on conceptual understanding, which may limit students' ability to apply knowledge in real-world contexts. This study aimed to develop and validate a concept test to assess high school student's understanding of the human circulatory system. The test was carefully designed using the revised Bloom's Taxonomy and aligned with the K-12 curriculum. Initial content validation by biology education experts ensured accuracy and relevance, leading to refinements in the test items. Item quality was enhanced through dichotomous Rasch analysis following preliminary testing with 100 students. After a second administration to a new group of 100 students, further analysis confirmed the test's reliability and validity. A final round of testing with an additional 100 students yielded a Cronbach's alpha of 0.79, confirming internal consistency. The study concluded that the developed concept test is valid and reliable for assessing students' understanding of the circulatory system, providing teachers with a tool to refine instructional methods. Future recommendations involve expanding and updating test items to ensure relevance, integrating technology-enhanced questions to improve the assessment of student comprehension, and evaluating reliability across diverse contexts.
Development of assessment instrument business proposal for students' systems thinking skills on business model canvas in bioentrepreneurship course
Authors: Rahmayuni Lulu Desia Mutiani , Sriyati Siti , Kusumawaty Diah
Published: November 2024

Business Model Canvas (BMC) is a business model that must be mastered by students in the Bioentrepreneurship course as an initial provision for entering the entrepreneurial world, while in compiling Business Model Canvas (BMC) systematic thinking skills are needed. This study aims to provide an assessment instrument to measure students' system thinking skills in Business Model Canvas (BMC) material. The method used in this research is exploratory mixed method with exploratory sequential design stages. The participants involved were 40 students of Biology study program who contracted Bioentrepreneur course in one of the universities in Bandung City. The instrument was developed in the form of an assessment rubric with 29 indicators of systems thinking skills in Business Model Canvas. The quality of the instrument with validity based on expert judgment obtained a value of 89.3% with a very valid category, and the quality of the instrument with inter-rater reliability based on Cronbach's Alpha value obtained a value of 0.762 to 1.000 which is categorized as very good. Students' system thinking skills can emerge and be measured in the creation of a Business Model Canvas (BMC) in a business proposal by using the developed assessment instrument. So that the novelty in this study is that the assessment instrument of students' system thinking ability in making Business Model Canvas is declared valid and feasible for use in Bioentrepreneurship courses.
The complexity science problem-based learning: Correlation of science literacy and concept mastery to problem-solving skills
Authors: Sari Intan Nurnilam , Mahanal Susriyati , Prabaningtyas Sitoresmi
Published: November 2024

Science and technology are rapidly developing in the 21st century which requires educators to facilitate real-life problem-based learning activities and the application of science that can stimulate problem-solving skills with science considerations. This research aims to determine the correlation of science literacy and concept understanding with students' problem solving skills and variables that are more influential in improving problem solving skills. The research sample consisted of 34 students of eleventh class of State Senior High School (SSHS) 6 of Malang who took Biology as an elective subjects. The variables measured in this study, namely predictor variables (science literacy and concept understanding), and criterion variables (problem solving skills). The data of the three variables were obtained from an essay test at the end of the lesson and then analyzed using multiple linear regression test. The results showed that the predictor variables (science literacy and concept mastery) gave a relative contribution to problem solving skills with a percentage of 72.1% and 27.9%, respectively. Science literacy variable is more influential on improving problem solving skills than concept mastery. The results of this study indicate a positive correlation between science literacy and concept understanding with problem solving skills.
Exploring ways to utilize mindfulness-based Zentangle: Focusing on cases of operating a Zentangle art meditation program for children
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee Hyun Mi , Lee Young Rim
Published: November 2024

Objectives This study is to derive a relational model between mindfulness meditation, Zentangle, self-healing, and to explore ways to utilize mindfulness-based Zentangle by studying cases of Zentangle art meditation programs for children.
Methods To this end, we explored related literature and previous research and conducted a case study to derive a model for the relationship between Zentangle and mindfulness meditation from a self-healing perspective. Data collection includes 250 children's Zentangle works published serially in Lotus magazine from March 2021 to February 2022, their impressions, and phone interviews with Buddhist instructors.
Results First, the relational model between mindfulness meditation, Zentangle, and self-healing focuses on the senses in the process of drawing, and awareness is promoted through inner concentration, and in this process, the mind deeply suppressed in the unconscious is expressed through drawings. It can be seen that concentration, awareness, and self-expression increase the effect of ‘mind and body stability’, and this is cyclical. Second, the purpose, content, and method of using mindfulness-based Zentangle are as follows. The purpose is for preventative self-healing. The content is selected as a material that gives children a sense of familiarity and trust so that they can recognize that they can take good care of themselves and practice this in their daily lives. The method focuses on the use of various materials that take the child's psychology and emotions into account and a step-by-step creative process based on self-healing. Self-healing can be created by oneself through craft work using Zentangle, and self-healing can be achieved through exhibition activities. Organize mind-expanding activities that help you realize your connection to the healing of others.
Conclusions It was confirmed that Zentangle can be used to promote self-healing as a mindfulness tool that helps children's voluntary participation. The significance of this study is that it was presented as basic data for the development and application of a mindfulness-based Zentangle program for children.
A Study on Experiences of Discrimination Among Single-parent Immigrant Women
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Li Chunyang , Hwang Sunyung
Published: November 2024

Objectives In order to create an equal multicultural society, the purpose of this study is to explore the discriminatory experiences experienced by single-parent migrant women who receive relatively little attention among immigrant groups in the process of adapting to Korean life and becoming independent, and then suggest ways to mitigate and solve them. Furthermore, It also presents educational and policy proposals to address and mitigate discrimination against single-parent immigrant women
Methods For this purpose, a basic survey was conducted on 50 members of the *** Single Parent Center, and 21 of them were interviewed in depth about their specific experiences of discrimination. Based on this, the types of discrimination experiences experienced by single-parent immigrant women and their implications were derived.
Results The results show that the discrimination experienced by single-parent immigrant women during the process of adapting to life in Korea and becoming independent mainly appear in “workplace,” “social life,” and “daily life,” and include “discrimination by country of origin,” “discrimination by inexperience in using the Korean language.” It was confirmed that there were experiences such as “foreigner (immigrant) status discrimination,” “family type discrimination,” “mother tongue discrimination,” “policy system discrimination,” “public institution discrimination,” “gender discrimination,” and “educational background discrimination.” In in-depth interviews, research participants claimed to have felt discriminatory emotions most often in the other person's “eyes and expressions,” “verbal behavior,” and “media.” The coping strategies single-parent immigrant women employed when encountering such discriminatory situations and experiences include “Hiding family type or identity,” “Ignoring discrimination and neglect,” “Coping wisely,” and “Overcoming discrimination through self-development.” Four types of “developments” were identified.
Conclusions Based on the results of the study, five educational and policy proposals were presented to solve and alleviate the problem of discrimination against single-parent migrant women.
The relationship between Logical metaphors in systemic functional linguistics and Multiword expressions replacing conjunctions
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Yoon Hye Gyeong , Han Jeong Han
Published: November 2024

Objectives The purpose of this article is to explain the relationship between Korean conjunctions and the multiword expressions they metaphorize in terms of logical metaphors.
Methods Logical metaphor is one of the grammatical metaphors of Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL). In SFL, when clauses and clauses combine to form a complex clause, the semantic relation between the two clauses is called the logical-semantic relations, which include ‘expansion’ and ‘projection’. Among them, conjunctions are a representative form in which the meaning of expansion is realized. However, in Korean, there are also multi-word expressions that can replace these conjunctions. The relationship between conjunctions and the multiword expressions that replace them is explained in this paper as a congruent expression vs. an incongruent expression that logically metaphorizes it (metaphor type). The specific steps were as follows (1) We collected and organized all lists of conjunctions from previous studies; (2) We collected and organized expressions that replace conjunctions regardless of their name; and (3) We subcategorized them based on logical metaphors.
Results The results of this study showed that there are a total of 80 metaphor types related to conjunctive meaning in Korean. These were further divided into logical metaphor types and logical idiomatic types (dead metaphors). In the former, the congruent and incongruent(metaphor) are coupled with a same meaning. However, in the latter, the semantic coupling between the congruent and metaphorical types had been lost, but the logical meaning of the conjunctive is still retained.
Conclusions In this paper, we have explained the difference between congruent and incongruent(metaphorical) in terms of different lexico-grammatical realizations of the same meaning. However, we have seen that they are not strictly equivalent, and that the verbatim meaning of the non-concordant (metaphorical) expressions can be added to the shared meaning with the concordant expression.
Exploring Theme-Centered Transdisciplinary Environmental Education through Comparison of IB PYP and 2022 Revised Curriculum
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Lee Hwa-jin
Published: November 2024

Objectives This study aimed to explore the direction environmental education should take in response to future societal challenges due to climate and environmental changes, as emphasized in the 2022 Revised National Curriculum.
Methods To achieve this, we compared and analyzed official documents and related research from the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) and Korea's 2022 Revised National Curriculum. Through this analysis, we explored the potential effects and possibilities of applying a theme-centered integrated approach to environmental education.
Results The research findings revealed that both curricula share similar educational goals. Additionally, connections were identified between the transdisciplinary themes of the IB PYP and the core ideas of the 2022 Revised Curriculum. Furthermore, it was discovered that the autonomy in the IB PYP and the school autonomy hours in the 2022 Revised Curriculum provide flexible structures that enable transdisciplinary integrated education.
Conclusions The theme-centered transdisciplinary integrated environmental education proposed through this study is expected to play a crucial role in helping students learn sustainable lifestyles connected to daily life and develop an international mindset from a global perspective.
A study on the contents of pre-service early childhood teachers' teaching demonstrations using language network analysis methods: Changes following mentoring-centered teaching demonstrations
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Choi Yoonji , Lee Heeseon
Published: November 2024

Objectives In this study, we conducted a language network analysis of the content of the changing lesson demonstrations as pre-service early childhood teacher experienced mentoring-centered lesson demonstrations.
Methods For this reason, after 264 chapters of the 1st Selection Tournament Warrior Materials and mentoring were conducted for 34 participants in the Class Trial Competition, 362 chapters of the 2nd Final Selection Tournament Warrior materials were analyzed. Data were compared by keyword frequency analysis, network structure analysis, centrality analysis, and CONCOR analysis using KrKwic and UCINET 6 programs.
Results First of all, In the first round of competitions, Guys was mentioned most often after We, and in the second round of competitions, Teacher was mentioned after We. Second, the relationships between keywords in the utterances in the second round competition were more concentrated than those in the first round competition. In terms of degree centrality, betweenness centrality, and eigenvector centrality, Guys was ranked in the top 3 in the first selection competition, and Teacher was ranked in the top 2 in the second selection competition. Third, according to the CONCOR analysis, two main clusters appeared in the first round of competitions is teacher-centered interaction and explanation about the content of the activity. Two main clusters appeared in the second round of competitions is child-centered interaction and a method cluster was formed for young children to participate in activities.
Conclusions The results of this study suggest that it is necessary to develop a curriculum in collaboration between universities and early childhood educational institution in order to improve the professional abilities of pre-service early childhood teachers.
Zur Gegenüberstellung von melns ‚schwarz‘ und balts ‚weiß‘ im Lettischen
Authors: Eckert Rainer
Published: November 2024

Der Artikel behandelt den Gegensatz der Adjektive lett. balts ‚weiß‘ und melns ‚schwarz‘ in der lettischen Alltagssprache und in Volksliedern. Die Analyse zeigt, dass die Adjektive neben ihrer direkten Bedeutung als Farbbezeichnung auch eine übertragene Bedeutung haben, wobei die Bedeutung von balts mit ‚gut‘ und die Bedeutung von melns mit ‚schlecht, böse‘ verbunden ist.
Apelatīvs žīgurs un onīms Žīguri ģeolingvistiskā un cilmes aspektā
Authors: Jansone Ilga
Published: November 2024

Rakstā mēģināts izsekot vienam no zvirbuļa nosaukumiem – leksēmai žīgurs izplatības un cilmes aspektā. Apelatīvs žīgurs 20. gs. otrajā pusē sastopams kompaktā areālā Vidzemes ziemeļaustrumos un Latgales ziemeļos. 19. un 20. gs. leksikogrāfiskajos avotos ietvertā ģeolingvistiskā informācija paplašina izplatības areālu rietumu un dienvidrietumu virzienā. Leksēma žīgurs ietverta Jakoba Langes un Karla Kristiana Ulmaņa vārdnīcās. Taču J. Langes vārdnīcā ar šo vārdu tiek apzīmēts stārķis, bet K. K. Ulmaņa vārdnīcā – zvirbulis.
Arī onīms Žīgurs (arī daudzskaitlī – Žīguri) rāda to pašu paplašināto apelatīva žīgurs izplatības areālu. Onīms Sigur ir atrodams jau 1638. gada Vidzemes arklu revīziju materiālos sešās vietās. 20.-21. gs. tas ir ciema, viensētu, krogu, ezeru, lauku, pļavu u. c. nosaukums. Tas zināms arī kā uzvārds.
Par leksēmas žīgurs cilmi ir interesējušies valodnieki kopš 19. gs. otrās puses. Pirmais, kurš ir izvirzījis hipotēzi par prūšu singuris ‘dadzītis’ saistību ar latviešu žīgurs, ir F. Fiks. Taču leksēmas žīgurs izplatības areāls nav raksturīgs prūsismiem. J. Endzelīns atsevišķi nedod apelatīva žīgurs cilmi, taču kopvalodas putna nosaukuma zvirbulis sakarā norāda, ka tas varētu būt radies saknes virb- (poļu wróbel, krievu воробей) un vārdu ar z- resp. ž- (latv. zvĩgurs, zvipuris, žīgurs) kontaminācijas rezultātā.
V.S. Buyanov’s book «Russia’s Foreign Policy. History and Contemporaneity»
Authors:   Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, Gadzhieva Rukiyat
Published: November 2024

«Russia’s Foreign Policy. History and Contemporaneity», a book written by Doctor of Philosophy, Professor V.S. Buyanov, examines the foreign policy of the Russian state during the main stages of its history: Ancient Russia, the Tsardom of Russia, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, and the Russian Federation. It is one of the few books that attempts to understand the most significant foreign policy processes and phenomena in both historical and modern Russia from a philosophical and ideological perspective, in addition to presenting historical events and facts. Based on the Concept of Foreign Policy of the Russian Federation, approved by the Presidential Decree of March 31, 2023, and other strategic documents, the book reveals the fundamental guidelines of international activities in modern Russia. The study highlights notable shifts in the Russian Federation’s foreign policy priorities both before and after the start of the special military operation in Ukraine. The author draws attention to the difficult tasks that the country’s foreign policy and foreign economic agencies face in the context of the ongoing attempt to isolate Russia in the international arena. Russian internationalists contribute significantly to strengthening the sovereignty and true independence of the Russian Federation by developing interaction with friendly countries and peoples of the Eurasian and other continents, maintaining and strengthening partnerships and cooperation relations with states that stand on positions of benevolent neutrality, and responding appropriately to anti-Russian policies of unfriendly countries.
Jurisdiction: insights, essential attributes, and guidelines for selection
Authors:   Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, Bartsits Valeriya
Published: November 2024

The study of jurisdiction allows us to present the most significant trends in the evolution of modern law. The concept of jurisdiction is a complex issue with various interpretations. There are ongoing scientific discussions about each of the hypostases where jurisdiction appears, and these discussions have considerable implications for law enforcement practice. Conventional legal theory states that national jurisdiction is a crucial component of the legal framework that applies to a single state or commonwealth of states. In the late 20th and early 21st centuries, many regional and universal international conventions were adopted to regulate jurisdiction disputes in the field of civil law. They specify the subjects of the courts’ jurisdiction, set forth the procedures for recognizing and executing judgments made by foreign courts, determine the process for enforcing those judgments, and decline to grant exequatur. If a court has the authority to decide a case involving a foreign element, it must go through a multi-step process to determine which jurisdiction to exercise. The article examines how Russian law and the legislation of several other nations handle the issue of jurisdictional choice, the steps involved in making that decision, and the key doctrines that the court should follow.
Pro-natalist policy as a social institution
Authors:   Ural Federal University named after the First President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin, Nazarenko Maxim , Bagirova Anna ,   Ural Federal University named after the First President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin
Published: November 2024

The demographic situation in Russia is characterized by negative birth rate trends. The actual indicators of the total birth rate do not correspond to the expected indicators outlined in the country’s and regions’ strategic development documents. The article describes the approach to pro-natalist policy as a new social institution in Russian culture. The authors outline the components of this institution. The current state of pro-natalist policy formation in Russia is demonstrated by its ongoing evolution, the introduction of new components and relationships, and the frequent amendments to legislation concerning the promotion of the birth rate and support for families with children. Understanding the institutional structure of pro-natalist policy will facilitate a methodical approach to its formulation, thus creating conditions for increasing efficiency and enabling social relations to be forecasted and organized. To strengthen the institution of the family and increase the number of people involved in relationships within the institution of pro-natalist policy, various social institutions, organizations, civil society, and the media must be involved in implementing state tasks related to birth rate and parenthood. These are the most important ideas that should be reflected in the functioning of the institution of pro-natalist policy in the very near future. Demographic problems must be addressed as a national concern with a systemic institutional approach.
Educational ecosystems: new principles and space for employee development in organizations
Authors:   Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, Konanchuk Denis
Published: November 2024

The emergence of business ecosystems has presented new challenges to companies and organizations globally, causing industry boundaries to blur and resulting in increased competition for customers and talented employees. CEOs are finding it increasingly necessary to modify the business models and strategies of their companies maintaining company’s influence over clients and employees by providing exceptional engagement experiences and personalized solutions. This alters the nature of competition in national and global markets. Employees must perform in uncertain environments, not only reproducing standard procedures but also launching change initiatives and demonstrating positive outcomes. This necessitates the simultaneous development of new hybrid skills, such as self- and customer focus, resilience and flexibility, teamwork and leadership, and digital and professional competencies. The possibility of lifelong learning provides the solution to this problem. The educational ecosystem represents the next stage of an organization’s employee development and learning processes rather than a revolutionary shift. Its tasks include fostering the expansion of the ecosystem’s business sector and bringing together the best practices in training and professional development from both inside and outside the company. This requires a new approach to company development based on flexibility, personalization, and partnerships.
“Fantastic Stories” by Viktor Mozalevsky
Authors:   Perm State Humanitarian Pedagogical University, Ryabova Maria V.
Published: November 2024

Viktor Ivanovich Mozalevsky (1889–1970) is one of the unjustifiably forgotten writers of the first third of the twentieth century. The article examines Mozalevsky’s first prose collection “Fantastic Stories” (1913), explores its fantastic component. The main attention is paid to the analysis of three stories (“Vivea”, “Toy”, “Eolina and Makarei”), other short stories are mentioned in connection with specific theoretical constructions. Based on the material of the selected stories, the mechanism of connecting the miraculous and the mundane in the narrative fabric is interpreted. It is noted that Mozalevsky uses the possibilities of storytelling about the amazing and extraordinary, storytelling of a fairy-tale type, combines within one text different in nature fantastic narratives. Forcing the hero to balance on the border between the real and unreal worlds, and sometimes violate it, the author emphasizes the importance of the unreal world. It is emphasized that the “roots” of Mozalevsky’s ideas should be sought in the artistic principles of Romanticism. The analysis of the collection in the chosen key allows us to comment on its structural unity, clarify and deepen the existing scientific knowledge about the phenomenon of the fantastic in the literature of the turn of the century.