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Diseño de un plan de buenas prácticas de manufactura para las cabañas restaurantes en el cantón General Villamil Playas
Authors: García Casas Victoria Eugenia , Duque-Aldaz Francisco Javier , Cárdenas Calle Maritza
Published: October 2023

El presente trabajo de investigación generó un manual de buenas prácticas de manufactura (BPM) para el mejoramiento de la calidad e inocuidad de alimentos que son expendidos en las cabañas ubicadas en General Villamil Playas especialmente durante la pandemia COVID 19. Se realizó una investigación exploratoria para diagnosticar el uso de BPM en la preparación de alimentos, el cumplimiento de las normativas de la Agencia de Regulación y Control de las Normativas y Vigilancia Sanitaria de Ecuador (ARCSA)-DE-067-2015-GGG e identificación de puntos críticos en las cabañas. Se muestreó un total de 80 cabañas durante julio de 2020 durante el cierre de playas al público. Se realizaron observaciones directas, encuestas y listas de verificación de las normas de salud y aplicación de BPM. Se determinó que el 96% de las cabañas no cumplieron con las condiciones de calidad de ARCSA y manipulación adecuada de alimentos, se observó una heterogeneidad en la infraestructura de las cabañas, los equipos y utensilios utilizados en la preparación de los alimentos en su mayoría no eran de acero inoxidable; es mínimo el control de plagas y se evidenció un escaso uso de implementos de protección personal como cofias, delantales, guantes, mascarillas. No existió evidencia de BPM en la cocción, manipulación y preparación de alimentos la cual es desarrollada de manera empírica; por lo antes mencionado se realizó un plan de BPM donde se describen los lineamientos que ayudarían a asegurar la inocuidad alimentaria en el producto final que se expende en las cabañas.
An analysis of media success as capitalization of contemporary subjects
Authors: Barbosa Soares Thiago
Published: October 2023

Success is not a mere lexical item. The success feeds and fosters a huge market capillarated by mainstream media and self-help literature. With the objective of analyzing the mechanisms of constitution of the repercussion of success in the media and in self-help literature, we chose three works whose syntagm success is manifested in their respective titles, in such a way that they arouse senses of social determination about their functioning: " Beyond the top: success and your happiness have no limits” (2011); "Success within reach" (2010) and "Total Success Manual" (2000). For this, we will use the conceptual and methodological apparatus of Discourse Analysis derived from the works of Michel Pêcheux. Thus, we perceive that self-help literature has different characteristics from the means of success; in each of which success is described in some way, creating a discursive formation, while it establishes the ideological formation of a successful market.
Enhancing Writing Report Texts Using Padlet Website: The Perceptions
Authors: Ardini Sukma Nur , Marlinda Marlinda
Published: October 2023

There are several technology-based solutions available to help students with disabilities related to compose something. However, merely providing access to technology is insufficient. It is important to utilized technology because the impelentation of using technology have an impact on students’ outcomes. The aim of this study is to investigate the perceptions in utilizing Padlet as a learning medium in writing report texts. Descriptive qualitative method was employed using questionnaire and interview. They were distributed through 36 sample of grade X and one teacher. 78% of the participants had positive perceptions; 19% neutral and 3% negative. It assumed that most of the students found that using Padlet website provided a more engaging and interactive writing experience. It was also revealed that the students who gave feedback negative and neutral perceptions had another argument that there are more learning media instead of Padlet which can increase his writing skill. The teacher supported the findings and provide nine description on how she perceived Padlet as learning media. Overall, using Padlet as a collaborative writing approach has the potential to connect and develop students' writing skills. This study is useful for writing teachers since the benefits of Padlet can make the writing process more effective and engaging, which relates to 21st Century Teaching and Learning.
Improving Students’ Writing Ability in Personal Recount Text Using Google Jamboard
Authors: Susanti Arik , Agung Elsha Lintang
Published: October 2023

Writing is a vital ability for students to develop their communication skills. Nevertheless, some students believe that writing skills are challenging. Therefore, Google Jamboard can facilitate the learning of the writing process, as it provides opportunities for collaboratively enhancing learning experiences. The purpose of this study was to examine the efficacy of Google Jamboard in enhancing students’ ability to compose personal recount texts. There was no control or comparison in the pre-experimental design. A private vocational high school in Surabaya served as the location. There were 34 pupils in the tenth grade from a Surabaya private vocational high school involved. The instruments were a pre-test and post-test along with a writing rubric. The data were obtained by administering a writing test before and after the implementation of Google Jamboard. Using SPSS version 22, a paired sample T-test was utilized to analyze the data. The results demonstrate a significant gain in the mean score between the pre-test and post-test, with an increase of 19.97 points. Additionally, the two-tailed significance value (Sig) is below 0.05, specifically 0.000. This statement implies that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) has been approved. To sum up, Google Jamboard can enhance students’ personal recount writing skills. It is recommended that other researchers utilize Google Jamboard to teach additional English skills.
Students’ Views toward the use of Think-Pair-Share Strategy on students’ oral communication skill in an EFL context
Authors: Darmawan Yohanes Richardus Ricky , Lestariningsih Fransisca Endang
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study was to investigate students’ views toward the use of the Think-Pair-Share teaching strategy on their oral communication skills. The primary focus of this study was to investigate the possible effect of the Think-Pair-Share teaching strategy on the students’ oral communication skills. The secondary purpose was to know the students’ view toward the application of this teaching strategy based on their experiences. Based on the purpose of the study, investigations were done by using interviews. The interviews were done with four participants consisting of the chosen students based on their experience. Zoom application was used during the interviews. Audio recordings were transcribed into text and translated into English. The keywords extracted from the transcriptions were used to determine the coding. Furthermore, the themes were reported as the study's findings and then supported by previous research. The result showed that the Think-Pair-Share teaching strategy could help the students enhance their self-confidence and could be helpful in improving their oral communication skills on condition that the students use English as the medium of discussion. Meanwhile, the findings for the secondary purpose revealed that the students found this teaching strategy was quite helpful in improving their teamwork and critical thinking skill. The students also felt that this teaching strategy offered varied activity, thus making the class become less boring. The findings reveal that the Think-Pair-Share teaching strategy needs to be implemented carefully in order to achieve its full effectiveness. As the implication, the Think-Pair-Share teaching strategy could be applied considering the advantages and the effects for the students.
Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTs): EFL Students’ Levels and Challenges in Writing Discussion Sections of Theses
Authors: Syafryadin Syafryadin , Shah Shanina Bt. Sharatol Ahmad , Astrid Annisa
Published: October 2023

HOTS is essential to be owned by English education students, especially in writing discussion because it made them being critical in writing their discussion. Thus, tThis study aims to determine the level of HOTS in writing the discussion section of the thesis, the difficulties faced by students in criticizing research results in the discussion section of the thesis and the challenges faced by the thesis supervisor lecturers in guiding students to write critical discussions. This study was motivated by complaints from students who experienced difficulties in writing the discussion section of the thesis, so it was necessary to do research on this matter. One alternative solution that can be done is the implementation of students' HOTS in writing, so that students can better critique the results of research data analysis in the discussion section. This study applies case studies which are part of qualitative research. The samples of this study were 5 student thesis discussions from the University of Bengkulu English Language Education study program. This study uses writing rubrics and interview guides as research instruments. The data obtained was analyzed qualitatively by applying several stages such as data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The result showed that students implemented HOTS in writing their discussion, but only in the level of analyzing and evaluation. Students could not reach the level of creating. Another result showed that students faced problems in writing their discussion, either technical problems, language problems, or content problems. It is the same as what happened to the lecturer supervisors. They got challenged in guiding students in writing their discussions. Their challenges were students’ language ability in writing, time management, ideas, and sources.
Exploring EFL Student Teachers’ Experiences on the Roles of Teacher Mentors during Teaching Practicum
Authors: Suhandra Ika Rama , Ariawan Soni
Published: October 2023

Teacher mentors play a crucial role in supporting and guiding student teachers during their teaching practicum. While the benefits of teaching practicum and mentorship are well-documented, this qualitative study aims to delve deeper into the experiences of five EFL student teachers to understand the role of  teacher mentor during student teacher practicum. Through in-depth interviews, the research explores the perceptions of student teachers towards the practicum and mentorship. The results reveal that the role of teacher mentors is positively perceived by most of the students, because most of the mentors play a pivotal role in providing guidance and motivation, desiging a lesson plan and giving constructive feedback.  However, some students experienced lack of guidance, support as well as constructive feedback from the teacher mentors. In general, the mentorship aspect is particularly valued, as it offers essential support and professional growth opportunities. However, amidst the positive experiences, the study also uncovers various challenges encountered by student teachers such as lack of class management skill, limited student engagement and active involvement in the learning process, inadequate facilities, limited technology or classroom space and lack of sufficient preparation.
The Effect of Task-Based Language Instruction on Shambu Secondary Students’ Speaking Self-Efficacy Beliefs and Benefits
Authors: Dheressa Moti Alemayehu , Olana Tamiru , Bekele Ebisa
Published: October 2023

TBLT represents an approach to language learning that prioritizes meaning but does not neglect form. It emphasizes the importance of engaging students' natural abilities to acquire language incidentally as they engage with language as a meaning-making tool. This study attempts to explore the effects of TBLI on Shambu Secondary School students' speaking self-efficacy beliefs in speaking skills performances during the intervention training if improve or not the students’ speaking self efficacy beliefs. To this end, two intact classes were selected in Shambu Secondary School using mixed method research. The treatment group went through twelve week teaching program, whereas the comparison group received the usual conventional instruction. The data were gathered from speaking self efficacy questionnaires and analyzed by using ANCOVA and content analysis was used to analyze the interview data. The results of the quantitative analysis revealed that TBLI increased the students’ English speaking self efficacy beliefs in the areas of their speaking performances. Moreover, the findings of the interview disclosed several themes about the merits of TBLI on students’ self-efficacy in speaking skills performance showing positive responses from the treatment groups. At the end, a range of implications is suggested for the different stakeholders.
Bilingual-Based Digital Story Telling Innovation to Grow the Pancasila Student Profile for Primary School
Authors: Umar Fadilah , Khosiyono Banun Havifah Cahyo , Irfan Muhammad
Published: October 2023

Educators must adapt contextual teaching models with educational technology to improve the quality of teaching and learning English. Digital storytelling is a meaningful technology that can improve the quality of literacy and develop student character.This study was a need analysis study as a part of the research and development of developing bilingual-based digital storytelling to grow the Pancasila student profile. This study aimed to explore students’ and teachers’ needs for bilingual-based digital storytelling to realize Pancasila Student Profile for primary school. This research was qualitative mixed-method research. Data collection techniques using document analysis, questionnaires, and interviews. The research participants were 29 students and 3 teachers of Indonesian Primary Schools. Findings show that the results of students’ and teachers’ need state that it is necessary to develop English digital storytelling to realize Pancasila students profil for Primary School. The majority of students who have an interest in carrying out learning can use bilingual-based digital telling story-learning media. This study aids researchers and teachers in Indonesian primary schools in innovating Bilingual-based Digital Story Telling to Grow the Pancasila Students Profile in Elementary School Students.
Developing English Instructional Materials for Young Learners Oriented to Left and Right Brain Accommodation
Authors: Berutu Nursah Nola , Margana Margana
Published: October 2023

The development and formulation of English language learning materials, meticulously tailored to encompass the cognitive processes of both the left and right brain hemispheres, emerge as a matter of profound import in the realm of promoting efficacious language acquisition among Junior High School students. In light of this imperative, the present research endeavors to construct and design English instructional materials with a distinct focus on seventh-grade learners within the Junior High School milieu, with an overarching objective of optimizing left- and right-brain accommodation. The research methodology employed is Research and Development (R&D). The procedural trajectory encompassed writing a syllabus, designing the materials, doing material evaluation, and revising the material draft. In the context of data collection, a twofold approach was undertaken, featuring targeted questionnaires designed to elicit data pertaining to both the students' instructional requisites and their perceived learning needs. This validation is derived from a tripartite evaluation, encompassing data analysis, expert assessment, and student feedback. Expert judgment, indicative of the materials' categorization as falling within the "good" bracket, substantiates the meticulous development process, with an average score of 3.8. Likewise, the evaluation, reflected in an average score of 3.13, corroborates the materials' efficacy in cultivating a conducive learning environment. In summation, this study epitomizes a deliberate and comprehensive endeavor to forge English instructional materials that transcend conventional paradigms by cognizantly accommodating the cognitive dimensions of learners' brains. The harmonious fusion of pedagogical design and cognitive insight, as evinced in the development and evaluation process, advocates for a dynamic shift in instructional material construction to better align with the multifaceted cognitive attributes of students in Junior High Schools.
Developing Problem-Based Inquiry Model in Indonesian Learning in General High Schools
Authors: Ikawati Erna , Pohan Jusrin
Published: October 2023

This research is motivated by the importance of collaboration between teachers and students in learning Indonesian. This collaboration is marked by cooperation in improving the quality of learning by designing inquiry-based Indonesian language learning model books. This model book is designed to be more attractive to educators and students by considering the content and design to suit the needs and characteristics of students. This research aims to develop an inquiry-based Indonesian language learning model that is viewed from the aspects of validity, practicality and effectiveness. The research uses research and development methods using the Plomp model which consists of preliminary research, prototypes and assessment. Research findings reveal that the model developed produces high validity seen from the results of expert assessments, while the practicality of the model shows very high results seen from teacher assessments when testing this model. Apart from that, the effectiveness of the model is very effective as seen from the presentation of this model which is clear and well organized, the language used is easy to understand, and the structure of the model is attractive. Overall, this model can be applied well in Indonesian language learning, because it can improve student learning outcomes.
Evaluating the Implementation of Mover Teacher Education Program of English Language Teachers in West Nusa Tenggara
Authors: Waluyo Untung , Wilian Sudirman , Sudirman Sudirman
Published: October 2023

The Mover Teacher Program (MTP), released in 2021, is widely regarded as a crucial measure towards achieving substantial transformations in the field of education in Indonesia. The present study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the MTP in Sumbawa Besar City. Through this study, we sought evidence of lessons learnt from the field. To conduct the study, researchers employed a modified version of Kirkpatrick’s evaluation model. Three out of four postulates derived from the model were used to probe the phenomenon under investigation, i.e. (1) teachers’ reaction, (2) learning endeavor and (3) application of knowledge/skills gained. The fourth postulate regarding the assessment of students’ achievement was not included in the study as the MTP program just commenced in the research site. The study employed a qualitative research approach with a multiple-case design. Participants of this study were eight alumni of MTP teachers coming from four different schools. Data were collected through interviews, observations and study of related documents. The data collected were analyzed thematically through data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing and verification. Results of the study show that participants of the study benefitted from participating in the MTP program although they underwent various route of transformational learning. Regardless of disorienting problem in the beginning of the program implementation, participants were able to maintain their new skills and knowledge to improve their own teaching performance and other teachers in the impacted schools. The participants experienced transformation of learning and behavioral change after participating in the long and exhausting MTP program.
Analisis Perbandingan dan Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Kinerja Akademik Mahasiswa UPBJJ-UT Bengkulu
Authors: Mikaresti Pamela , Yusrizal Yusrizal , Nurmalia Ana
Published: October 2023

This research aims to compare the factors that influence students' academic achievement in learning assistance services (TUWEB, TUTON, TMK) at UPBJJ-UT Bengkulu. This research used a descriptive method with a quantitative approach. The total population in this study was 11,854 people, with a sample of 1185 respondents. The research instrument used was a questionnaire with the data analysis technique for this research using multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this research showed that the overall cumulative achievement index of respondents had the highest average GPA obtained by TUWEB service users, namely 3.56, and the lowest was the average GPA of TMK service users was 3.21, while the average GPA of TUTON learning assistance service users was 3.40. The variables of learning motivation, learning assistance, and learning media influence the Grade Point Average (GPA). Meanwhile, the independent variables that do not partially affect the Grade Point Average (GPA) were age, marital status, employment status, participation in academic service assistance, level of perception towards UT, and the independent learning system and network quality.
Pengembangan E-LKPD Berbasis Problem Based Learning Terintegrasi Keterampilan 4C untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Peserta Didik pada Mata Pelajaran Ekonomi
Authors: Sukmawati Ina , Ghofur Muhammad Abdul
Published: October 2023

This study aims to develop an E-LKPD based on Problem-Based Learning integrated 4C skills to improve students' critical thinking ability in economics subjects. This research method used research and development (R&D) with the ADDIE model. The subjects of this study were students of class XI IPS 1 at SMA Negeri 1 Babat. The research instruments used were interview guidelines, questionnaires, and pre-test and post-test sheets. Meanwhile, the data analysis technique used instrument test analysis on validity, reliability, difficulty, and discrimination. The results of the study showed that E-LKPD could improve students' critical thinking skills through 4C skill-based learning features with n-gain, a score of 0.48, which is in the moderate category. These results were supported by students' positive responses to using the E-LKPD. Thus, the development of the E-LKPD is effective in improving students' critical thinking ability.
Pengembangan Bahan Ajar Berbasis Discovery Learning Berorientasi Komunikasi Ilmiah Pada Materi IPA Kelas 5 Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Maulida Isna , Mulyawati Ima
Published: October 2023

This study aims to develop teaching materials based on discovery learning oriented to scientific communication on science material of changing the form of objects for grade 5 elementary school students. This research used the Research and Development (R&D) method with the ADDIE model. The subjects of this study were 30 grade 5 students of SDN Samudrajaya 01. Data collection techniques were carried out by validation tests from linguists, material experts, students, and teachers through questionnaires, responses, and direct observation during learning. This research data analysis technique used quantitative and qualitative descriptive analysis. The results of this study showed that the language validation score got 100%, including the very decent category that puts in a very high-quality range. The material validation results showing a success rate of 89% of the category were very feasible. The teacher's response received a score of 96% in the very decent category, while students received the very decent category with a score of 97%. In the results of scientific communication, students scored 86% in the very good category. So, discovery-based teaching material products are oriented towards scientific communication; material changes in the form of objects are feasible and can be applied in the learning process.
Development of Inquiry-Based Teaching Materials on Environmental Pollution to Improve High School Students' Environmental Literacy Skills
Authors: Vikram Muhammad , Riandi Riandi , Solihat Rini
Published: October 2023

This research aims to produce inquiry-based e-teaching materials on environmental pollution to improve student's literacy skills in terms of validity, effectiveness, and practicality. This study used the research and development (R&D) method with the ADDIE model. This study was carried out in a senior high school in Cimahi. The e-teaching materials trial was conducted in two classes, with the experimental class using e-teaching materials and the control class as a comparison using traditional school textbooks. The e-book validation instrument used in this study was a questionnaire sheet. Validation analysis was the data analysis method employed, and the t-test and N-gain were utilized to examine the effectiveness of the instructional materials. The study's findings demonstrated that the inquiry-based teaching materials on environmental pollution material were declared valid and suitable for use in the biology learning process. According to the outcomes of employing inquiry-based e-teaching resources to enhance environmental literacy abilities, the experimental class's N-gain value was higher than the average n-gain value for the control class. Therefore, inquiry-based online teaching resources are practical and effective at enhancing students' environmental literacy abilities.
Analisis Iklim Sekolah Penggerak dalam Menunjang Pembelajaran dengan Paradigma Baru
Authors: Saiya Kezia Y , Kempa R , Ratumanan Tanwey Gerson
Published: October 2023

This research aims to analyze the driving school climate, including physical, social, and academic dimensions, in supporting learning with a new paradigm. This research method used a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. The research was conducted at Xaverius Ambon Private High School, involving 16 informants: the principal, teachers, students, education staff, and committee. The data analysis technique for this research used interactive analysis, including data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The research results were as follows: 1) in the physical dimension of schools (facilities and infrastructure), there were still limitations: WIFI and Infocus networks, which sometimes experience problems, some infrastructure did not yet have a special room, limited space for movement. 2) in the social dimension of the school, the implementation of the 7-character values of Xavier College and the application of school culture are the basis for every policy and interpersonal relationship built between school members. 3) in the academic dimension, there was learning progress with a new paradigm entering the 2nd year to become a driving school where SMAS Xaverius also pays attention to the quality of learning, high expectations, and learning evaluation.
Analisis Implementasi Program Kampus Mengajar Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka
Authors: Arini Novanita Whindi , Mulyawati Ima
Published: October 2023

This study aims to analyze the implementation of "Kampus Mengajar" to increase the academic community's participation and to find out the perceptions of students of Prof. Dr. Hamka Muhammadiyah University. This research method used an exploratory survey with a qualitative approach with respondents of Teaching Campus Students of Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka Batch 4 and 5. The instrument used was a questionnaire distributed using Google Forms. The research data analysis technique was interactive analysis, which includes data reduction, data presentation, verification, and data validity checks. The validity of this research data used triangulation. The results of this study indicated that the MBKM program, especially the Teaching Campus of Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka University, was well implemented from socialization to assessment. However, there were still differences of opinion regarding the conversion of SKS by students based on the perceptions of Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka University students; several opinions and data were obtained regarding the policies felt by students.
Pembinaan Etika Akademik Mahasiswa Generasi Z dalam Membentuk Kompetensi Kepribadian Calon Pendidik
Authors: Awaliyahputri B. Nuristiqamah , Miswar Miswar , Lubis Abdul Aji Ibrahim
Published: October 2023

This study aims to describe the form of academic ethics coaching for Generation Z students in shaping the personality competence of prospective educators at UIN Sumatera Utara Medan. The research method used was descriptive with a qualitative approach. The informants in this study were leaders (Vice Dean III and Head of Study Program), lecturers, and students. The research instruments used were observation sheets, interview instruments, and documentation. The data analysis technique started with data collection, reduction, display, and verification. The results of this study indicated that the form of academic ethics coaching for Generation Z students in shaping the personality competence of educators could be done through 1) Introduction to Academic and Student Culture (PBAK) activities, 2) Lecture process, 3) Delivery of academic information orally and in writing; 4) Guidance to Academic Advisor (PA) Lecturers; 5) Providing sanctions following the level of violation, namely mild sanctions, moderate sanctions, and severe sanctions.
Kontinuitas Pendidikan Seni Teater di Komunitas Celah-Celah Langit Bandung
Authors: Muniir Muhammad Sirojul , Sukmayadi Yudi , Masunah Juju
Published: October 2023

This research aims to describe the process of actor education, which includes materials, methods, and indicators of learning outcomes in the Celah-Celah Langit community as an effort to continuity theater arts education in Bandung. This research method used a descriptive method with a qualitative approach, where the data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique of this research used interpretative analysis. The results of this study indicated that art education in the community had a curriculum structure designed based on the community owner, namely (1) Actorial learning material obtained from the historical experience of the Community founder, (2) lecture learning methods used in teaching, with a game model for learning material (3) indicators of learning achievement as an actor who lives the character and increases maturity.
Effect of COVID-19 Pandemic on Myopia Progression in Pediatric Patients Treated with Atropine Eyedrops
Authors: Lee Gahye , Chang Minwook
Published: October 2023

Purpose: We investigated the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on myopia progression in pediatric patients who received low-dose atropine (0.01%) eye drops.Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the medical records of pediatric patients who received ≥ 12 months of low-dose atropine (atropine sulfate 0.01%) eye drops for myopia. The beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic was defined as February 2020. Patients were divided into two groups for comparative analysis. Patients in group A received low-dose atropine for ≥ 12 months between July 2013 and January 2020, whereas patients in group B received low-dose atropine between February 2020 and July 2021; atropine eye drops were administered once daily. The spherical equivalent and axial length of the right eye were measured at the initiation of treatment and after 12 months.Results: Among the 72 patients, 34 in group A received low-dose atropine before the COVID-19 pandemic, whereas 38 in group B received low-dose atropine after the COVID-19 pandemic. After 12 months of treatment with low-dose atropine eye drops, the changes in spherical equivalent were -0.58 ± 0.47 diopters (D) in group A and -0.84 ± 0.56 D in group B (p = 0.045). Moreover, the changes in axial length were 0.30 ± 0.23 mm in group A and 0.50 ± 0.31 mm in group B (p = 0.011).Conclusions: The efficacy of low-dose atropine eye drops in pediatric myopia patients has decreased since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Observational Study Financial Fraud Offense Themes and Financial Fraud Risk of Money Laundering to Increase Financial Global Sustainability Compliance
Authors: Patel Sina , Kasztelnik Karina , Zelihic Maja
Published: October 2023

American society could benefit from the results of the study. The banking and financial industries ought to be prepared for the future and continue to adapt to new emerging threats, varying consumer classification, and changing environment. Banking and financial services institutions play a substantial role in the community. By changing and developing new policies and procedures, these organizations can work towards effective money laundering and financing fraud prevention compliance plans. Additionally, banks and financial services institutions may clarify and strengthen customer due diligence requirements to protect their organizations and reduce financial fraud risks. The implications for positive social change may include the possibilities to develop new compliance strategies and strengthen existing regulatory mechanisms to help compliance managers, reduce the risk of bank failures, increase employment opportunities, and promote public awareness by educating consumer about financial fraud risks.
Psychological Capital and Professional Identity: A Study of Professional Business Students
Authors: Cumbie Barry A. , Kutz Diane C. , Floren Michael A.
Published: October 2023

This research article reports the results and findings of an online survey questionnaire administered to 593 Masters of Business Administration (MBA) students using the MCPIS-9 and PCQ-12 instruments that measure Professional Identity (ProfId) and Psychological Capital (PsyCap), respectively. The results indicated a strong sense of ProfId (M = 4.2/5.0, SD = 0.66, N = 593), and a significant and positive relationship (p < .01, ΔR2adj = .25, N = 593) between PsyCap and ProfId. The results of this study represent a fruitful, albeit initial, foray into the ProfId and PsyCap of professional business students. The implications of these results inform and equip program stakeholders to devise curricular and pedagogical approaches to support students’ sense of self in their career trajectory.
Maximalising Providence: Samuel Rutherford's Augustinian Transformation of Scotist Scholasticism
Authors: Burton Simon J. G.
Published: October 2023

In recent years evidence has emerged of the considerable influence of Scotist metaphysics on the Reformed scholasticism of the seventeenth century. One of the figures often named in connection with this Scotist revival is Samuel Rutherford (1600–61), who was one of the most important Scottish theologians of the seventeenth century. Focussing on Rutherford’s maximalist doctrine of providence, this article demonstrates his profound debt to key Scotist philosophical devices. In structuring these concepts, however, it is demonstrated that Rutherford is influenced not so much by Scotus directly but rather much more by the modified Scotism of Thomas Bradwardine, the fourteenth-century Augustinian theologian. In particular, Bradwardine is revealed as the key influence on Rutherford’s modal theory and his sophisticated account of divine concourse. The paper concludes by arguing that Bradwardine’s influence on Rutherford suggests the need to take a broader view of the late medieval influence on Reformed scholasticism than is currently the case.
On Feasibly Solving NP-complete Problems
Authors: Vega Frank
Published: October 2023

NAE-3SAT consists in knowing whether a Boolean formula ϕ in 3CNF has a truth assignment such that for each clause at least one literal is true and at least one literal is false. NAE-3SAT remains NP-complete when all clauses are monotone. We create a polynomial time reduction which converts the monotone version into a bounded number of linear constraints on real numbers. Since the linear optimization on real numbers can be solved in polynomial time, then we can decide this NP-complete problem in polynomial time. Certainly, the problem of solving linear constraints on real numbers is equivalent to solve the particular case when there is a linear optimization without any objective to maximize or minimize. If any NP-complete can be solved in polynomial time, then we obtain that P = NP. Moreover, our polynomial reduction is feasible since it can be done in linear time.
Energy balance determination of crop evapotranspiration using a wireless sensor network
Authors: Jimenez-Berni Jose A. , Cabello-Leblic Arantxa , Lopez-Guerrero Alicia , Villalobos Francisco J. , Testi Luca , Fereres Elias
Published: October 2023

Determining crop evapotranspiration (ET) is essential for managing water at various scales, from regional water accounting to farm irrigation. Quantification of ET may be carried out by several procedures, being eddy covariance and energy balance the most established methods among the research community. One major limitation is the high cost of the sensors included in the eddy covariance or energy balance systems. We report here the development of a simpler device (CORDOVA-ET: COnductance Recording Device for Observation and VAlidation of ET) to determine crop ET based on industrial-grade, commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) sensors costing far less than research-grade sensors. The CORDOVA-ET contains a sensor package that integrates the basic micrometeorological instrumentation and the infrared temperature sensors required for estimating ET over crops using the energy balance approach. One novel feature is the presence of four different nodes that allow the determination of ET in four different locations within a field or in four different fields of the same crop, thus allowing an assessment of ET spatial variability. The system was conceived as an open-source and hardware alternative to commercial devices, using a collaborative approach for the development of a regional ET network in countries of North Africa and the Near East. Comparisons of radiation, temperature, humidity, and wind against those of research-grade sensors yielded excellent results, with coefficients of correlation (R2) above 0.96. The estimated reference ET calculated from these measurements showed R2 = 0.99 and a root mean square error (RMSE) of 0.22 mm/day. The infrared temperature measurements at the four different nodes showed an RMSE below 0.56°C. The energy balance components and estimates of ET from the CORDOVA-ET were validated against an eddy-covariance system over a wheat crop. The high (R2) for net radiation (0.98), sensible heat (0.88), and latent heat (0.86) showed good agreement between the modeled energy fluxes and the field measurements. The hardware components, acquisition, and data processing software are available as open-source repositories to facilitate adoption for different applications, from water use efficiency research to irrigation management.
Fruitful or unfruitful: strawberry and tomato specific immunoglobulin E testing at a tertiary pediatric center
Authors: Chong Albert C. , Izadi Neema , Chwa Won Jong , Tam Jonathan S.
Published: October 2023

Background

Suspected strawberry and tomato (S/T) food allergy (FA) can be evaluated using specific immunoglobulin E (sIgE) testing despite its low specificity and positive predictive value.

Objective

This study aims to understand ordering patterns for S/T sIgE testing and identify relevant factors to clinical decision-making.

Methods

We retrospectively reviewed 814 patients with sIgE testing available for strawberries (651), tomatoes (276), or both (113) from January 2012 to May 2022 at a tertiary pediatric hospital. Patient demographics, provider specialty, and reasons for testing were collected. Student’s t-test and multiple regression analyses were performed to test the association between the S/T sIgE level and clinically relevant outcome (CRO) status. Fisher’s exact test and general linear models were used to evaluate and compare potential predictive factors for CRO status.

Results

Allergy and immunology, gastroenterology, and general pediatrics ordered most S/T sIgE testing. Testing was ordered most frequently for non-IgE-mediated gastrointestinal symptoms, mild possible IgE-mediated reactions, and eczema. Testing was most often ordered for infants and school-age children. Mean sIgE levels were higher for S/T tests resulting in a CRO when controlling for other predictor variables (p = 0.015; p = 0.002 for S/T, respectively). Only 2.2% and 5.4% of tests resulted in a CRO for S/T, and severe allergy was rare. Testing for non-IgE-mediated GI symptoms or eczema, or in non-atopic patients, yielded no CROs. Exposure and reaction history of present illness (ERH) was associated with CROs (p < 0.001; p = 0.04) with a high negative predictive value (99.5%; 100%) and low positive predictive value (11.5%; 15.0%). ERH (p < 0.001, η2 = 0.073; p = 0.009, η2 = 0.123) was a more significant predictor than the sIgE level (p = 0.002, η2 = 0.037; p = 0.212, η2 = 0.030) for CRO status.

Conclusion

The diagnosis of S/T food allergy is made primarily based on clinical history. S/T sIgE testing for children and adolescents should be avoided for patients without an ERH and in the workup of non-IgE-mediated GI symptoms. Testing for eczema and non-atopic patients is likely low-yield.
Turning a spotlight on construction logistics for a sustainable urban environment—a review of current policy concepts and literature
Authors: Haag Phillip , Jünger Hans Christian
Published: October 2023

Construction logistics is an influential participant in the overall urban freight network and a bottle neck for an efficient construction process. Especially in the urban area professionalization of its management may reduce negative impacts on the environment from which stakeholders, like construction companies, policymakers and residents, do profit. In order to shed light on construction logistics in the urban environment in particular, a two-step methodological approach was pursued, which reconciles scientific findings with consideration in policies for the first time. Therefore, the current state of research was investigated by performing a systematic literature review and applying bibliometric keyword co-occurrence analyses in the first place. Moreover, policy papers (grey literature) on urban freight transportation of the 20 biggest cities in the DACH-region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) were analyzed for their consideration of construction logistics in an initial case study. The results demonstrate limited consideration with only four cities paying deliberate attention within their overall logistics policy concepts and just one city providing construction logistics-specific policy recommendations. This is in line with the findings that although construction logistics in the urban environment is an emerging topic in academia, it is currently underrepresented in the context of urban logistics research. Therefore, combined results suggest insufficient translation of research findings into actionable policies despite existing literature providing possible ways to design future policies, e.g., by supporting decision-making. In conclusion, strategic management of construction logistics in the urban environment should be paid more attention to from both policy and academia in proportion to its environmental and socio-economic effects as well as its impact on the whole construction process. In that regard, predominately robust empirical data is needed in order to legitimate effective and sustainable concepts for urban construction logistics for both public and private actors.
Data-driven structural synthesis of supercritical CO2 power cycles
Authors: Nabil Tahar , Noaman Mohamed , Morosuk Tatiana
Published: October 2023

With new materials, objectives or constraints, it becomes increasingly difficult to develop optimal processes using conventional heuristics-based or superstructure-based methods. Hence, data-driven alternatives have emerged recently, to increase creativity and accelerate the development of innovative technologies without requiring extensive industrial feedback. However, beyond these proof-of-concepts and the promise of automation they hold, a deeper understanding of the behaviour and use of these advanced algorithms by the process engineer is still needed. In this paper, we provide the first data-driven solution for designing supercritical CO2 power cycle for waste heat recovery, a challenging industrial use case with lack of consensus on the optimal layout from the field literature. We then examine the issue of artificial intelligence acceptance by the process engineer, and formulate a set of basic requirements to foster user acceptance - robustness, control, understanding of the results, small time-to-solution. The numerical experiments confirm the robustness of the method, able to produce optimal designs performing as well as a set of selected expert layouts, yet only from the specification of the unit operations (turbomachinery and heat exchangers). We provide tools to exploit the vast amount of generated data, with pattern mining techniques to extract heuristic rules, thereby explaining the decision-making process. As a result, this paper shows how the process engineer can interact with the data-driven design approaches, by refocusing on the areas of domain expertise, namely, definition and analysis of the physical problem.
Dominant role of excitons in photosynthetic color-tuning and light-harvesting
Authors: Timpmann Kõu , Rätsep Margus , Freiberg Arvi
Published: October 2023

Photosynthesis is a vital process that converts sunlight into energy for the Earth’s ecosystems. Color adaptation is crucial for different photosynthetic organisms to thrive in their ecological niches. Although the presence of collective excitons in light-harvesting complexes is well known, the role of delocalized excited states in color tuning and excitation energy transfer remains unclear. This study evaluates the characteristics of photosynthetic excitons in sulfur and non-sulfur purple bacteria using advanced optical spectroscopic techniques at reduced temperatures. The exciton effects in these bacteriochlorophyll a-containing species are generally much stronger than in plant systems that rely on chlorophylls. Their exciton bandwidth varies based on multiple factors such as chromoprotein structure, surroundings of the pigments, carotenoid content, hydrogen bonding, and metal ion inclusion. The study nevertheless establishes a linear relationship between the exciton bandwidth and Qy singlet exciton absorption peak, which in case of LH1 core complexes from different species covers almost 130 nm. These findings provide important insights into bacterial color tuning and light-harvesting, which can inspire sustainable energy strategies and devices.
Violence region localization in video and the school violent actions classification
Authors: Ha Ngo Duong , Tran Nhu Y. , Thuy Le Nhi Lam , Shimizu Ikuko , Bao Pham The
Published: October 2023

Classification of school violence has been proven to be an effective solution for preventing violence within educational institutions. As a result, technical proposals aimed at enhancing the efficacy of violence classification are of considerable interest to researchers. This study explores the utilization of the SORT tracking method for localizing and tracking objects in videos related to school violence, coupled with the application of LSTM and GRU methods to enhance the accuracy of the violence classification model. Furthermore, we introduce the concept of a padding box to localize, identify actions, and recover tracked objects lost during video playback. The integration of these techniques offers a robust and efficient system for analyzing and preventing violence in educational environments. The results demonstrate that object localization and recovery algorithms yield improved violent classification outcomes compared to both the SORT tracking and violence classification algorithms alone, achieving an impressive accuracy rate of 72.13%. These experimental findings hold promise, especially in educational settings, where the assumption of camera stability is justifiable. This distinction is crucial due to the unique characteristics of violence in educational environments, setting it apart from other forms of violence.