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Development of Learning Modules for the Tarbiyah Islamiyah Program at The Integrated Islamic Senior High School Wahdah Islamiyah Palopo
Authors: Rachman Anita , Sahraini Sahraini , Kartini Kartini
Published: January 2024

The aim of this writer's research was to produce a product in the form of a learning module in the Islamic tarbiyah program at the Integrated Islamic Senior High School Wahdah Islamiyah Palopo. This study uses research and development (RandD). This research developed an existing product, namely mawad (a set of consumables used by murabbi/murabbiyah in the Islamic tarbiyah program at the Integrated Islamic Senior High School Wahdah Islamiyah Palopo. The subjects of this study were murabbi and murabbiyah at the Integrated Islamic Senior High School Wahdah Islamiyah Palopo, totaling three people (one murabbi and two murabbiyah). and class X SMAIT Wahdah Islamiyah will be 31 people, class XI will be 25 people and class XII will be 21. The research object is mawad (collection of materials) tarbiyah Islamiyah marhalah ta'rif 1. including: observation/observations, interviews, literature studies, questionnaires and documentation.This quantitative analysis technique was used to analyze the research data this time which presents the results of product development in the form of the tarbiyah marhalah ta'rif 1 module. Data were obtained from research instruments/tools obtained through validation by three experts and a questionnaire answering teachers and students at the Integrated Islamic Senior High School Wahdah Islamiyah Palopo. The findings in this study are that in implementing the Islamic tarbiyah program, murabbi/murabbiyah in various regions use mawad (collection of material) whose material is discussed in general for all groups. Currently, murabbi/murabbiyah, especially at the Integrated Islamic Senior High School Wahdah Islamiyah Palopo, do not yet have a module where the material has been separated according to the time period for which the material must be completed so that the material is not completed according to the specified time period.
Pengaruh Achievement Motivation, Locus of Control, dan Study Habits terhadap Hasil Belajar Matematika Siswa Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Rahmawati Dessy , Suciati Suciati
Published: January 2024

The study aims to analyze whether achievement motivation, internal locus of control, and study habits influence the learning outcomes of grade 7 students in four regions in Indonesia, namely Sumatera, Java, and Papua. Several experts and previous studies have shown that achievement motivation, locus of control, and study habits can be used as predictors and improve students’ mathematics learning outcomes. This research is a survey with a quantitative approach and was conducted at four schools in the XYZ Foundation. Data collection techniques using questionnaires distributed through Google Form link to measure students' achievement motivations, internal locus of control, and study habits on mathematics learning outcomes of 7th grade students. Data was collected from 183 respondents. Data analysis techniques used descriptive analysis and multiple linear regression with the IBM SPSS 25 application. Based on the result of the data analysis, the regression equation for students' achievement motivation, locus of control, and study habits on mathematics learning outcomes of 7th grade students is . Furthermore, based on the t-test result, achievement motivation with a t count of 3.961, internal locus of control with a t count of -2.994, and study habits with a t count of 1.424 are obtained. The conclusions are achievement motivation and internal locus of control partially have a positive influence and study habits do not affect the learning outcomes of grade 7 mathematics. Based on the value of , as much as 15.9% of independent variables are achievement motivation, internal locus of control, and study habits that simultaneously influence the mathematics learning outcomes of 7th grade students. Theoretical implications and implications of the research are discussed.
Implementasi Reward Asyik dalam Meningkatkan Kemandirian Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Nurfaidah Nida , Watini Sri
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this study is to evaluate how well ASYIK Rewards work to increase young children's learning independence. There is still a deficiency of independence in the educational setting of Ar-Raudhatul Ulum Kindergarten, particularly in autonomous study. Teachers must find workable solutions to get around this. At Ar-Raudhatul Kindergarten, one useful strategy might boost students' learning freedom. The second goal of In early childhood learning activities where there are problems with establishing self-confidence, the goal of this study is to increase independence. Those who had previously been bashful and hesitant to communicate with others or answer questions in front of friends and professors now feel comfortable and capable of providing solid, concise answers to any queries they pose online. Twenty students from group A of the Ar-Raudhatul Ulum Kindergarten served as the research subjects. With each signal, the Safe, Happy, Confident, Innovative, and Creative characteristics are the criteria that determine the evaluation score for early childhood learning independence with the ASYIK Reward. For the five observation scores, very good is represented by (√), good by (+), and minus by (-). There is an increase in scores following use, according to the findings of cycles I and II of the pre-cycle research. According to the research findings, the class completion scores from pre-cycle to cycles I and II seem to have increased. Prior to using the "Fun Reward" strategy, the kids' learning motivation score was 50%; in cycle I, it increased to 55%. Subsequently, after modifications were made in response to the outcomes of reflection on the execution of cycle I, improved outcomes were achieved. As a result, when a youngster gains enjoyable incentives to help them develop independence, and their actions typically lead to beneficial actions. The child's class completion percentage increased to 80% in Cycle II. Therefore, it may be claimed that the ASYIK Reward model encourages children's independence.
Impact of betaine on the performance and specific haemato-biochemical parameters in heat-stress exposed broiler chickens
Authors: YEASMİN Tahera , JAMAN Md. Arafat , UZZAL Hossain , GAUSUR Md. Rahman
Published: January 2024

The present study revealed that there was a significant (P<0.05) effect of betaine on body weight, feed intake, and feed conversion ratio (FCR) of the broiler. Productive performance and blood cholesterol level of the broiler. A total of 150-day-old broiler chicks (Cobb 500) were placed into five dietary treatment groups: T0 (control diet), T1 (0.03% betaine in water), T2 (0.06% betaine in water), T3 (0.09% betaine in water), and T4 (0.12% betaine in water). Each group consisted of three replications containing 10 birds in each. Body weight gain (BWG), mortality rates, and meat yield characteristics were recorded. The collected data were analyzed by one-way ANOVA using SPSS version 25.00 software. Above, the total body weight was significantly highest in T2 (1758.3 ± 7.61 g), followed by T1 (1602.6 ± 10.16), T3 (1632.5±12.68 g), T4 (1606 ± 22.65 g), and T0 (1425.5 ± 10.14 g), respectively. The FCR was found to be lowest in T2 (1.36) and highest in T0 (1.49), whereas the FCR of T1, T3, and T4 were 1.43, 1.39, and 1.38, respectively. It was found that there was a significant difference (P<0.05) between the dietary groups for carcass weight, live weight, thigh weight, and breast weight. It was found that there was a significant difference among the treatment groups for cholesterol levels. During the experimental period, there was no mortality among the dietary groups. The T2 group generated a much larger net profit per broiler. Betaine supplementation in broilers is advantageous for growth performance, economic benefit, and lipid profile when used at 0.06% through drinking water, according to this study's findings. In the production of broilers, it may also be the best substitute as a growth promoter, stress reliever, and immune booster.
Association of the FTO gene with obesity and cancer in dogs
Authors: BEDİK Dina , KIRMIZIOĞLU Gizem , AKIŞ Iraz
Published: January 2024

Nowadays, obesity is one of the most serious problems that significantly affect health in both human and animal populations. Fat mass and obesity-associated gene (FTO), increases the risk of obesity and other metabolic diseases such as cancer, with taking part in many complex molecular pathways. On the other hand, environmental and genetic factors cause changes in FTO gene variants and expression levels, which result in phenotypic differences. Advanced knowledge on the genetic basis of human FTO gene and its association with cancer and obesity, has paved the way for the investigation of FTO gene in animals as well. In this review, we summarized current state of knowledge about the FTO gene, which is considered as an important marker of obesity in humans, as well as obesity, cancer and the association of FTO polymorphisms with these diseases in dogs by considering humans with other animal species. Understanding the molecular background of the FTO gene in dogs will be leading to the development of individual treatment methods and prediction of possible phenotypic effects in other species.
Investigating the relationship between heart rate changes and the human-animal bond: Insights from an external telemetry system
Authors: SEYİDOĞLU Nilay , KOSELİ Eda , AYDİN Cenk
Published: January 2024

Heart rate changes and respiratory activities are vital physiological phenomena that provide valuable insights into the physiological and psychological states of family dogs. The bond between humans and their pet dogs necessitates a deeper understanding of this relationship. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the human-animal bond by examining heart rate (HR), heart rate variability (HRV), respiratory rate (breathe per minute, BPM), and tidal volume (TV) using an external telemetry system. A total of ten dogs were selected as participants, and their cardio-respiratory responses were evaluated in an unfamiliar environment. The baseline data for the study was established during the first stage of the Strange Situation Test (SST), known as "dog with owner." The analysis focused on changes in HR, HRV, BPM, and TV throughout the different stages of the SST. Interestingly, the results demonstrated that changes in HR did not consistently correspond to changes in HRV across all stages. During the initial encounter with the stranger (episode b, stranger entering), there were notable percentage changes in HR, HRV, and TV, despite an overall increase in BPM, although not significant. In the third stage (stranger alone with the dog), both HR and HRV parameters, as well as TV, displayed increased percentage changes, whereas BPM exhibited a decrease. Furthermore, when the dog interacted with the stranger for the second time (episode f), HR and BPM increased, while HRV and TV decreased. This pattern suggests a shift towards a more active and alert state in response to the renewed social interaction. In contrast, when the dog was left alone (episode e), HR and BPM decreased, while HRV and TV increased. Overall, these findings provide evidence that changes in heart rate and respiratory parameters reflect the emotional stress experienced by family dogs in various social contexts. Moreover, the utilization of the external telemetry system in this study offers a promising model for investigating the effects of pharmacological interventions, behavioral interventions, and animal-assisted therapy in animals. By gaining a deeper understanding of the human-animal bond, we can further enhance the well-being and quality of life for both dogs and their human companions.
Development of Vertical Shading Parameter Model for Reducing Energy Consumption in Tall Building based on Overall Thermal Transfer Value -A Case Study
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering,Universitas Negeri Malang (UM), Jl. Semarang No. 5, Malang, 65145, INDONESIA, Hajji Apif Miptahul , Ariestadi Dian ,   Department of Civil Engineering,Universitas Negeri Malang (UM), Jl. Semarang No. 5, Malang, 65145, INDONESIA, Hidayat M. Nuril ,   Department of Civil Engineering,Universitas Negeri Malang (UM), Jl. Semarang No. 5, Malang, 65145, INDONESIA
Published: January 2024

In tall building, shading design is a configuration that includes geometry, material, and the system. Currently, the design of the shade found for building’s envelope is not only used to improve the thermal performance, but is also required to provide aesthetic value to the appearance of a building. The use of shading design in the form of vertical shade at certain places will provide differences in the acquisition of sunlight for interior spaces. Therefore, by shading design the appearance will certainly affect the thermal performance of the building envelope. This study aims to develop and propose a model that can be used as parameter measuresof the effect of shading design variations on the thermal performance of the building envelope. This variation will include shading design concept which applies different vertical shading that covers glass material, the shading width, and the shading angle. This research design includes the calculation of the shade coefficient (SC) and overall thermal transfer value (OTTV) of each variant, followed by using multiple linear regression (MLR) analysis with manufacturer’s SC glass, shading width, and shading angle as the predictor variables. The study is conducted by two parts: designing of vertical shading parameters that affect the value of the SC and determining the thermal performance of the building. The MLR analysis is carried out to obtain a linear equation showing the effect of shading design on thermal performance of the building envelope. Based on the regression analysis result, it can be seen that the manufacturer’s SC of glass has the biggest impact on the OTTV value, while the shading angle has the lowest. With 95.2%-98% of the predictors data can explain the value of OTTV, the model can be used as the tool for designing vertical shading for reducing the energy consumption in the building.
A Study on The Suitability of Pumice Stone Powder As A Cementitious Material in Sustainable Green Concrete Production
Authors:   Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering,Jimma University, 378 Jimma, ETHIOPIA, Amenu Teklu , Geremew Anteneh ,   Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering,Jimma University, 378 Jimma, ETHIOPIA, Ayene Habtamu ,   Faculty of Civil and Environmental Engineering,Jimma University, 378 Jimma, ETHIOPIA
Published: January 2024

This experimental considered involves on the performance properties of pumice powder as a supplementary cementitious material for ordinary Portland cement materials. The results showed that the pumice powder can be categorized as a pozzolanic constituents according to the ASTM C 618 standard, its main chemical composition SiO2 + Al2O3 + Fe2O3 must be higher than 70% and it was confirmed as suitable for its potential use as a supplemental cementitious resources in the production of concrete materials. As the amount of replacement of cement by the pumice powder increases its workability and density become decreases, it’s delayed in setting time observed, and it requires more water to achieve standard consistency. At 25%, it was a weight reduction of up to 3.83% was observed, as a weight of cement substituted with powdered pumice, and the compressive strength of the powdered pumice specimens was replaced with a cement at different levels of 5wt%, 10wt%, 15wt%, 20wt%, and 25wt% cement resulted in a decrease after 7, 28, 56 and 90 days. In addition, it was observed in this study that its strength decreased with increasing curing age; however; replacing ordinary Portland cement with 5wt% to 10wt% pumice powder achieved the specified minimum compressive strength after a curing time of 28 days. But, a concrete sample prepared with 15% partial replacement achieved the specified minimum compressive strength after 56 days. From 15% replacement, there is then a gradual drop in its compressive strength, and the specified minimum strength was not achieved even after a curing time of 56 days it was found that the maximum strain of the concrete was replaced with a powder pumice stone is lower than conventional concrete. Based onthe above property, it indicates the suitable pumice powder as a cementitious supplementary material in various concrete construction.
An Investigation of the Performance of the ANNMethod for Predicting the Base Shear and Overturning Moment Time-Series Datasets of an Offshore Jacket Structure
Authors:   Departmentof Civil Engineering, TabrizBranch,Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, IRAN, Poursorkhabi Ramin Vafaei ,   Robotics & Soft Technologies Research Centre, TabrizBranch,Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, IRAN, Gharehaghaji Amin Hosseinchi ,   Department of Geomatics Engineering, Faculty of Civil Engineering, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, IRAN, Naseri Alireza ,   Departmentof Civil Engineering, TabrizBranch,Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, IRAN,   Robotics & Soft Technologies Research Centre, TabrizBranch,Islamic Azad University, Tabriz, IRAN
Published: January 2024

The primary purpose of the current study was to investigate the performance of artificial neural networks to predict the time series of the water surface level (WSL), base shear, and overturning moment using two types of ANN models: Nonlinear Autoregressive models with exogenous inputs (NARX) and Nonlinear Autoregressive models (NAR). After determining the suitable model, NARX, the possibility of predicting the time series of the base shear and the overturning moment data was investigated by considering the water surface level and time as the multivariable model inputs. A jacket model with a height of 4.55m was fabricated and tested in the 402m-long wave flume of the NIMALA marine laboratory. The jacket was tested at the water depth of 4m and subjected to random waves with a JONSWAP energy spectrum. Three input wave heights were chosen for the tests: 20cm, 23cm, and 28cm. The findings showed that using the NARX neural network is a convenient method to predict the base shear and overturning moment values based on the water surface level data as input values. Finally, after suitable neural network determination, using the NARX neural network, the correlation value (R) for calculating water surface level (WSL), Base Shear, and Overturning Moment were obtained as 0.994, 0.97, and 0.94, respectively.
Using Remote Sensing to Study Impact El Niño Southern Oscillation on Reservoir Level at Murum and Bakun Dam Hydropower, Sarawak
Authors:   Institute of Climate Change,Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 43600 Bangi, Selangor, MALAYSIA, Kemarau Ricky Anak , Eboy Oliver Valentine ,   Geography Program, Faculty of Social Science and Humanities,Universiti Malaysia Sabah, 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, MALAYSIA, Anak Suab And Stanley ,   Graduate School of Environmental Science,Hokkaido University, Sapporo 060-0810, JAPAN, Md Nor Nik Norliati Fitri ,   Geography Section, School of Distance Education,Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 USM, Penang, MALAYSIA, Sakawi Zaini ,   Institute of Climate Change,Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 43600 Bangi, Selangor, MALAYSIA
Published: January 2024

In the years 2015 and 2016 has happened El Niño phenomenon was one of the three worst in history that has been happened since 1908. The El Niño phenomenon is usually related to the drought in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, and the Caribbean. This study analyses the impact of El Niño in the year 2015/2016 on rainfall at Bakun and Murum Hydropower using the technique of remote sensing. Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) satellite was applied to understanding, the impact of 2015/2016 El Niño on rainfall at Bakun and Murum Hydropower. The results of this study show that drought conditions are widespread have reduced the total amount of rainfall and reservoir level and led to unusually low lake levels in Bakun and Murum reservoirs. Better understand the hydrological response and the complexity of different methods. The study found the rainfall decrease 20 until 30 % from normal during neutral and reduced 25 until 30 meters above sea level the reservoir water level at Murum and Bakun dam during the El Niño 2015/2016. The impact approach can support the design of more adaptive management strategies for specific areas.
Stabilization of Peat Soil with Vegegrout
Authors:   Universitas Islam Riau,Jalan Kaharuddin Nasution NO 112, Pekanbaru, 28284,INDONESIA, Syarif Firman , Kurniawan Mahadi ,   Universitas Islam Riau,Jalan Kaharuddin Nasution NO 112, Pekanbaru, 28284,INDONESIA, Ahmadi Heri ,   Universitas Islam Riau,Jalan Kaharuddin Nasution NO 112, Pekanbaru, 28284,INDONESIA, Setiawan Panji Rachmat ,   Universitas Islam Riau,Jalan Kaharuddin Nasution NO 112, Pekanbaru, 28284,INDONESIA
Published: January 2024

A common issue in the construction industry is peat soil. Peat soil is very soft soil with a very low bearing capacity and is quickly compressible if the load is acting on it. Peat soil can produce significant ground settlement when loaded.This study added bacteria-producing vegetable waste to peat soil in order to assess how this addition affected the compressive strength of the peat soil.Vegetable waste is sourced from traditional markets in the city of Pekanbaru, while the original peat soil was acquired from Kualu Nenas Village, Kampar Regency, Province Riau. CaCl2 and urea are the additives that are employed.The variants of Vege wasteto the specimen in the amounts of 0%, 15%, 20%, 25%, and 30%, the shear strength test was conducted.Resultstesting the physical properties of the original peat soil found that the soil originated from the village locationBuana Makmur km 55, DayunDistrict, Siak Regency, is a type of peat soilwith a water content of 351.092% and specific weight (Gs) = 1.530. the highest shear strength value is found in the addition of 20 % vegewaste of 0,98 kg/cm2
Synthesis of Substituted 1,2,4-Triazole Containing Novel Small Molecules by Using Microwave
Authors:   Gujarat Technological University, Gohil Chirag J. , Noolvi Malleshappa N. ,   Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College
Published: January 2024

Green chemistry finds its most promising use in the synthesis of compounds using ecologically friendly, non-hazardous, non-irritant, gentle, and reproducible catalysts and solvents. The adoption of green chemistry approaches has recently been shown to significantly reduce chemical waste and reaction times in a number of organic synthesis processes. The objective of this research work is to develop an eco-friendly method for the Substituted 1,2,4-Triazole containing novel small molecules. The approach makes use of acid as starting material on reaction with hydrazine forms Acetyl-hydrazide. On condensation with nitrile and subsequent ring closure forms substituted 1,2,4-Triazole derivatives. This research work describes the synthesis of thirty-two unique 1,2,4-triazole containing novel small molecules. It has been shown that this technique is superior to other synthetic methods in terms of reaction time, yield, and energy efficiency along with use of green chemistry and microwave.
The Impact of Trade Openness on Sustainable Development: Study Case on G20 Group Countries
Authors:   IPB University, Ulhaq Fathya Dhiya , Widyastutik Widyastutik ,   IPB University, Purwanto Deniey A. ,   IPB University
Published: January 2024

The issues concerning environmental damage, poverty, and unequal income distribution have taken center stage in contemporary policies aimed at sustainable development. Amidst various policy measures, trade policies continue to hold a prominent position due to their direct and indirect connections with sustainable development. It is widely believed that trade openness can incentivize both production and consumption. However, the rapid economic integration resulting from trade openness can also have adverse effects on society, employment, and the environment. Therefore, the primary objective of this study is to examine the impact of trade openness and other relevant factors on sustainable development in the G20 countries. This research adopts a quantitative approach, utilizing secondary data. Data analysis is conducted using a Heterogeneous Dynamic Panel econometric method, covering the period from 1990 to 2019. The findings of this study reveal that in the short term, sustainable development in the G20 countries is positively and significantly influenced by capital formation and environmental quality. Conversely, in the long run, sustainable development is positively and significantly affected by trade openness. Consequently, the recommendation stemming from this research for G20 countries is to further develop trade policies that prioritize and support sustainable development goals.
Level of Learning Organization Practices in Two Primary Schools in the Central Melaka District, Melaka
Authors:   Universiti Teknikal Malaysia, Ahmad N.H. , Kudus N. ,   Universiti Teknikal Malaysia, Ahmad S.S.S. ,   Universiti Teknikal Malaysia
Published: January 2024

This preliminary study was conducted to see the level of learning organization (LO) practice in two primary schools in the district of Melaka Tengah, Melaka. Both schools were selected based on Ujian Pencapaian Sekolah Rendah (UPSR) 2019 School Average Grade (GPS). The questionnaire instrument used in this study was modified from the Learning Organization Practices Profile (LOPP) instrument developed by O'Brien, 1994 and conducted on 60 respondents from two different schools. The overall questionnaire reliability analysis gave a Cronbachâ€™s alpha scale of 0.78. Study data were analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) For Windows 25 program with descriptive analysis. The findings of this study show that the most dominant LO practice is the system and structure aspects of work, followed by staff development and performance and the lowest is the leadership aspect. The results of the overall study show that the level of LO practice in the schools studied is still at a weak level.
Pastoralism and Conflict Transformation in Nyangatom, Hammer, and Dassanech Community of Ethiopia
Authors:   Arba Minch University, Alemneh Asmare Shetahun , Alemu Astatike ,   Arba Minch University
Published: January 2024

This study examined the practices of conflict transformation in Nyangatom, hammer, and Dassanech community of South Omo Zone Ethiopia using Qualitative research methodology, case study research design and employed FGD, semi structured interview, non-participant observation and document analysis. The issue of conflict transformation traced back to the works of Lederach in the 1980s and Galtung in the late 1970s. The concept, however, gained recognition because of the coming of the issue of human security by the international community and scholars. The nature of pastoralist and agro pastoralist conflicts arising in the study area led to examine the practices of the conflict transformation by various actors. This study indicated that the various actors working on conflict and peace do a very little activity to transform conflicts. They focus on conflict management, prevention, and resolution activities. This has been as a result of lack of attention to plan the issue of conflict transformation by the government. This study, therefore, sought to find out the role of the various actors in conflict transformation. The findings show those grievances, animal raiding, land claims, fishing rights, competition on water and pasture resources use are the sources of conflict. The study also examines the practices of conflict transformation activities in the study area. Resilience, rangeland management, NGOs intervention in peace dialogue, integration of pastoralism and agro pastoralism with commercial agricultures, drought and conflict early warning system, water resource management and development, development, rehabilitations of range land, and providing education to the conflict affected community are the activities done for conflict transformation. These activities had been instrumental in addressing conflicts and transforming relationships. The pastoralist conflict transformation and peace are not given emphasis by the government. The activities are not enough to transform conflicts but they are served as the driver of peace. The researcher recommends that the current conflict transformation mechanism tried in the area is did not change the conflict situation but the beginnings are goodly appreciated.
Factors of Talent Retention in Malaysian Construction Industry: Employee’s Perspective
Authors:   Universiti Sains Malaysia, Yee Kwan Li , Mansor Nur Syaimasyaza ,   Universiti Sains Malaysia
Published: January 2024

Engaging and retaining high-quality employees is critical to achieving an organization’s objectives. Employee turnover can cause a shortage of skilled manpower, ultimately leading to reduced innovation, lower labour productivity, etc. In the construction industry, employee turnover will cause project delays, project quality defects, client dissatisfaction, and profitability challenges. As the construction industry is critical to Malaysia’s development, organizations must ensure smooth operations by retaining their talents. This paper reports on the significant factors of talent retention in the Malaysian construction industry. The methodology adopted was literature review and quantitative method via a questionnaire survey. 12 predefined factors identified from literature review were presented to the respondents in the questionnaire. The target respondents for this study were construction professionals from G7 contractor, and a total of 77 responses were obtained. The significance of the factors was assessed and ranked using their average mean scores. The top five factors influencing talent retention are: 1) management and social support; 2) compensation and benefits; 3) work environment; 4) organizational commitment (employee loyalty); 5) nature of work (meaningfulness). This study would serve as a reference for employers to take necessary proactive action to retain employees and ensure the efficiency and survival of the industry.
A Review of Dimension in Human Capacity Development for Construction Projects
Authors:   Universiti Teknologi MARA, Azmi Elmi Alif , Che Ibrahim Che Khairil Izam ,   Universiti Teknologi MARA
Published: January 2024

The ability of engineers to adapt and compete is crucial for the success and effectiveness of an organisation. Human capacity development (HCD) has been acknowledged as a concept to improve individual and team skills in setting goals and maintaining the competencies needed to survive and thrive in a rapidly changing world. Therefore, it is important to focus on HCD in order to strengthen engineers for long-term efficiency. Although previous studies have primarily focused on environmental and economic dimensions, the social dimension, specifically HCD, has received less attention. This paper aims to identify the attributes of HCD in sustainable construction during different phases of a construction project's life cycle. A systematic literature review was conducted to identify and critically evaluate papers related to HCD. The attributes identified as important for improved company or agency performance include Leadership, Knowledgeability and Accountability. Based on these findings, management initiatives to apply HCD can improve performance among civil engineers.
The Dispute Between Thinking Styles and Thinking Skills Among Technical Students
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Heong Yee Mei , Michael Karen Sharmini ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Shuhada Nurfara ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Mohamad Mimi Mohaffyza ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Jiar Yeo Kee ,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Fuada Syifaul ,   Universiti Pendidikan Indonesia
Published: January 2024

Thinking style is one thing that can help students in solving problems by knowing the students' own style. The style of thinking is not an ability but more towards how to use the existing abilities of each individual. Similarly, thinking skills can help students to solve problems and can make students smart in thinking about things. Thinking skills can be formulated as the process of using the mind to find a solution or understanding of something. Thinking skills also allow students to integrate each newly experienced experience into each individual’s mind box. The aim of this study was to identify the thinking style patterns and the level of thinking skills between the demographic factors among technical students. The design of this study was descriptive and inferential with a quantitative approach. A total of 273 technical students from the Faculty of Technical and Vocational Education (FPTV) at Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) were randomly selected as a sample covering the fields of Building Construction (BBB), Catering (BBC), Welding and Metal Fabrication (BBD), Electrical and Electronics (BBE), Creative Multimedia (BBF) and Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (BBG). A set of modified questionnaires from past studies were used as research instruments. Majority of technical students have a balanced thinking style and follow a critical and creative thinking style. The majority of all technical students at FPTV has a level of mastery of all three thinking skills analytical, practical and creative. Among the three types of skills, the majority of technical students have a level of mastery of high practical thinking skills, followed by creative thinking skills and analytical thinking skills. It is hoped that this study can provide guidance to students, lecturers and institutions to improve the Way of teaching and learning in accordance with the thinking style and thinking skills of students.
Exploring The Relationship of Grit Personality and Academic Achievement: Adult Learners
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, bt Abbas Lutfiah Natrah , Binti Yusof Amira Raihan ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, bt Ali Azita ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: January 2024

Grit is defined to the individual’s level of perseverance and motivation to achieve their long-term goals. The grit can drive students to sustain and finish their study in the time frame allocated. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of students’ grit among part time learners in Technical University in Malaysia and to explore how the grit level difference based on the gender. The study used the descriptive analysis approach. The sample of the study consisted of 148 students, who studied part time (via online), distributed as follows: (95) male and (53) female. To achieve the objectives of the study, an original grit scale (Grit-O) from Duckworth et al. (2007) was utilized. The results of the study revealed that the level of grit of the students were high, and the Grit level of male students were higher than female students. The study concluded that it is important build a strong grit character in students’ mind to have an outstanding academic achievement.
Implications of Project Delaying in Community Building Construction Towards Client Satisfaction
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Muhammad Azhan Puteri Anis Farhana Megat , Mohd Salleh Nor Fadhilah ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Mohamad Mimi Mohaffyza ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: January 2024

One of the main criteria for project success is the timely completion of building projects. In the end, a project's inability to be finished on time will cause a delay. The construction of community buildings in Felda was not an exception to the global phenomenon of construction delays. The main goals of this study were to pinpoint the implications of project delays as well as practical remedies to the issues. Several interview sessions were conducted to collect information from various viewpoints, experiences, and positions towards eight (8) participants. In this study, quantitative approach was used which was the thematic analysis method was used to analyse the data and identify themes for the implications of delays and effective solutions. This study identified several main themes, namely cost, quality, time, and client satisfaction. An effective solution was also found through the comparison of the participants' answers from the interview sessions. Project knowledge, management knowledge, and regular progress meetings were among the important techniques identified through the survey. The study conducted had been well implemented and had achieved the study’s objectives which are implications and effective solutions for project delaying. The relevance of studying these issues were to gain a better grasp of the ramifications of the implications that will be accepted in terms of client satisfaction. The results of this study should help those involved in the construction of Felda community buildings in terms of making decisions and making appropriate preparations if a similar situation occurs in the future. Through this, researcher had list out recommendation which would help in future studies. The recommendation was made for students or researchers which aiming to continue in implementing research regarding this study of implications and effective solutions of project delaying in Felda Community Building. The researcher should focus and concentrate more towards the region and state which have larger amount of community building projects.
Game Application as Teaching Tool to Assist Mastering Installation of Three-Phase Motor Control Topic: Expert Perception
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Kamarudin Muhammad Amirul , Ahmed Mukred Jameel Abdulla ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Sumarwati Sri ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Abdullah Nurhanim Saadah ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: January 2024

The learning and teaching process using conventional methods might cause students to be unable to highlight their true potential. Besides, it can be more difficult for teachers to choose the types of games that suit the curriculum and students' needs. Hence, this study aims to develop a game application as a teaching assistant tool for a three-phase direct online starter topic in Electrical Technology Malaysian Vocational Certificate subject for Vocational College students using the Android platform. Learning materials and games are developed using multimedia and interactive elements to attract students to be active in using the learning medium based on game applications as 21st-century learning tools. The development purpose of the game application is to give early exposure to students to the installation of three-phase motor control before going through the laboratory session. The behaviorism learning theory and Game development Life Cycle (GDLC) model, were implemented in the game application development in this research. The researcher used Unity 3D software is online software such as Canva and Microsoft PowerPoint design tools interactively to make a game-based learning application for the three-phase motor control installation subject. Based on the analysis of the findings, the experts agreed that the functionality of this three-phase Motor Control game application can be used well and is suitable to be used as a teaching aid. In addition, these research results can be used by teachers to increase students' interest and further make the learning process more interesting to improve student understanding.
The Effects and Local Implementation of School Finance Reforms on Teacher Salary, Hiring, and Turnover
Authors: Sun Min , Candelaria Christopher A. , Knight David , LeClair Zachary , Kabourek Sarah E. , Chang Katherine
Published: January 2024

Knowing how policy-induced salary schedule changes affect teacher recruitment and retention will significantly advance our understanding of how resources matter for K–12 student learning. This study sheds light on this issue by estimating how legislative funding changes in Washington state in 2018–2019—induced by the McCleary court-ordered reform—affected teacher salaries and labor market outcomes. By embedding a simulated instrumental variables approach in a mixed-methods design, we observed that local collective bargaining negotiations directed new state funding allocations to substantially increase certificated base salaries, particularly for senior teachers with 16 years or more of teaching experience. Variability in political power, priorities, and interests of both districts and unions led to greater heterogeneity in teacher salary schedules. Suggestive evidence shows that state average teacher turnover rate was significantly reduced in the first year of reform. The McCleary-induced salary increase particularly reduces mid-career teachers’ (8–15 years of teaching experience) mobility rate and late-career teachers’ (23+ years of teaching experience) leaving rate. The McCleary-induced base salary increase has mostly null effects on teacher hiring in the first 2 years of implementation.
Prevalence of Treatment Resistant Depression: TRAL study sub analysis in a Mexican sample
Authors: Vázquez Hernández Juan Luis , Alviso de la Serna Luis Daniel , Cruz Carlos , Becerra Palars Claudia , Ibarreche Beltran Jose , Kanevsky Gabriela , Cabrera Patricia
Published: January 2024

Introduction: Epidemiology and burden of disease in LatAm is often scarce in psychiatric disorders. This is particularly relevant in Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD), a burdensome condition in a significant proportion of Major depressive disorder (MDD) patients. The Treatment Resistant Depression in America Latina (TRAL) study set out to characterize the epidemiology and burden of TRD in MDD patients. This manuscript presents this characterization for the Mexico subset based on data from the TRAL study. Methods: A sample of 697 adult patients clinically diagnosed with MDD were recruited from 14 Mexican sites. Patients with relevant psychiatric comorbidities or enrolled in a clinical trial were excluded. Outcomes were mainly patient reported outcomes and assessment scales. Results: Prevalence of TRD in Mexico was 20.7%. Current suicidality is high in TRD patients (20.8%), as well as suicide behavior disorder (12.5%). SSRIs and SNRIs were the most common medications. Results from EQ-5D, SDS and WPAI show significant limitations for TRD patients in their everyday life. Discussion: Current results are aligned with available literature on treatment and prevalence of suicidality and suicide behavior disorder. The prevalence of TRD in MDD patients is high and presents a management challenge.  Conclusions: The burden of TRD in Mexico is significant, although less severe than in other LatAm countries. Public health policies should improve diagnosis and availability of novel more efficacious therapies.
Manía asociada a timoma. Un reporte de caso en Colombia.
Authors: Castro-Martínez Juan Camilo , Ortiz Castellanos Andrés Felipe , Mojica Ospina Luis Eduardo , De la Espriella Guerrero Ricardo Andrés
Published: January 2024

La encefalitis mediada por anticuerpos es poco reconocida y presenta un campo heterogéneo y polimorfo dentro de la intersección entre la oncología y la neuropsiquiatría. Se presenta el caso de una mujer de 75 años con antecedente de timoma en estadío avanzado, quien desarrolla subagudamente síntomas neuropsiquiátricos, con hallazgos positivos al examen neurológico, mental y paraclínicos. El tratamiento iniciado exacerbó la sintomatología afectiva, con cambio en el manejo requiriendo dosis altas de psicofármacos. Este caso permite la discusión de aspectos de la fisiopatología, clínica, diagnóstico y tratamiento en un paciente con un cuadro poco usual de un síndrome paraneoplásico asociado a una neoplasia no resecable que debuta con síntomas neuropsiquiátricos y cuyo tratamiento inmune genera dificultades clínicas.
Beijing as a Case Study of Educational Inequalities and Class-Induced Middle-Classization of School Districts
Authors:   The Bartlett Faculty of the Built Environment, University College London, Gower Street, London, United Kingdom, Liu Hongyu , Qiao Jing ,   School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
Published: January 2024

The negative impacts of class inequality on educational equity in terms of gender, regional development, economic capital, and cultural resources have gradually become a major social problem in China, but so far, relatively little academic attention has been paid to regional educational inequality. Therefore, this paper takes Beijing as a case city and adopts a questionnaire survey form that can reflect the real education gap in the class inequality situation to carry out a study on the generation mechanism and risk hazards of regional education inequality in Beijing. Comprehensive data from government reports, real estate markets, questionnaires, and other sources show that economic development, cultural background, and geographical location are the main causes of regional educational inequality in Beijing.
Ranking Factors Affecting Sustainable Competitive Advantage from The Business Intelligence Perspective: Using Content Analysis And F-TOPSIS
Authors:   Department of Management, Faculty of Economic and Administrative Sciences, Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Mashhad, Iran, Kazemi Arman , Kazemi Zohre ,   Social Science and Economics Department, Alzahra University, Tehran, Iran, Heshmat Hamed ,   Department of Management, Faculty of Economics and Management, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran, Nazarian-Jashnabadi Javad ,   Department of Management, Faculty of Economic, Management and Social Science, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran, Tomášková Hana ,   Faculty of Informatics and Management, University of Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic
Published: January 2024

Sustainable competitive advantage, as a key factor in business success, ensures that the company is able to dominate the market with differentiated products and services over a long period of time. This advantage is especially achieved through business intelligence, since smart decisions, leveraging meaningful data and analytics, and continuous process improvement help the company maintain this advantage and experience sustainable growth. The aim of this study is to rank the factors influencing sustainable competitive advantage from a business intelligence standpoint. The research methodology consists of two stages: qualitative and quantitative. In the first step, content analysis was performed to extract indicators from previous studies. In the second step, indicators were ranked using the F-TOPSIS method. Factors affecting sustainable competitive advantage from the business intelligence viewpoint were categorized into 5 criteria, including 27 sub-criteria. The 5 main criteria are customer relationship management, smart marketing, soft and hard organizational factors, and the mental image of the product, respectively. In the second step, the sub-criteria in each criterion were ranked. In customer relationship management, the most important sub-criterion is effective interaction with customers. In smart marketing, the most important sub-criterion is feedback and continuous improvement. Among the soft and hard organizational factors, the most important sub-criteria are support from senior management and technology and infrastructure. In the mental image of the product, the most important sub-criterion is social responsibility.