bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Early symbolic numeracy and gross, fine, and perceptual-motor skills in Mexican preschool children
Authors: Benavides Pando Elia Verónica , Jiménez Lira Carolina , Paz García Daniel Susana , Susperreguy María Inés , Palma Gardea Lucia Consepción , Mondaca Fernández Fernando
Published: December 2023

The relation between early numeracy and motor skills has previously been examined, however, different results have been obtained depending on whether gross, fine, or perceptual-motor skills were considered in the study and the numeracy outcomes that were analyzed. The goal of the present research was to examine the relation between preschool children’s performance on two assessments of symbolic numeracy and gross, fine, and perceptual-motor skills. A total of one-hundred-and-twenty-three Mexican preschool children were assessed on their gross, fine, and perceptual-motor skills, their numeracy skills (i.e., applied problem-solving and symbolic number comparison) their numeracy precursor skills (i.e., number identification, cardinality and verbal counting), inhibitory control and visual-spatial working memory. Results from hierarchical linear regressions showed that applied problem-solving was predicted only by children’s numeracy precursor skills while the ability to compare two symbolic numbers was significantly predicted only by perceptual-motor skills. The study highlights the importance of perceptual-motor skills to children’s early numeracy learning.
Keywords: Early numeracy skills; motor skills; perceptual-motor skills; preschool children.
Violencia en el territorio escolar: percepción del profesorado chileno de Educación Física en formación respecto a su preparación académica (Violence in the school territory: perception of Chilean Physical Education teachers in training regarding their academic preparation)
Authors: Castillo-Retamal Franklin , Flores-Ferro Elizabeth , González-Valencia Cynthia , Matus-Castillo Carlos , Maureira-Cid Fernando , Cárcamo-Oyarzún Jaime , Gamboa-Jiménez Rodrigo , Pacheco-Carillo Jaime , Merellano-Navarro Eugenio
Published: December 2023

El objetivo de esta investigación fue conocer el nivel de preparación de los futuros profesores de Educación Física frente a la violencia escolar. Este estudio responde a una metodología cuantitativa, no experimental y de corte transversal, donde se recopilaron datos para conocer la impresión de los futuros docentes mediante un cuestionario online a través de la herramienta Google Forms. La muestra estuvo compuesta por 217 estudiantes de último año de la carrera de Pedagogía en Educación Física de ocho instituciones formadoras chilenas. Los resultados indican que los profesores en formación identifican el bullying como un elemento que impacta negativamente en los aprendizajes de los estudiantes (98,6%), por otro lado, un 55,3% indica que no recibió formación específica para afrontar episodios de violencia escolar (VE). A su vez, el 48,4% indica poseer conocimientos sobre VE y el 60% se siente capacitado para identificar tipos de violencia física y verbal. Se concluye que es fundamental que el itinerario formativo tenga presente los conceptos de convivencia y VE para la formación inicial de profesores.
Palabras clave: Violencia; Convivencia; Formación; Educación; Estudiantes; Docentes.
Abstract. The objective of this research was to know the level of preparation of future Physical Education teachers in the face of school violence. This study responds to a quantitative, non-experimental and cross-sectional methodology, where data was collected to know the impression of future teachers through an online questionnaire through the Google Forms tool. The sample consisted of 217 final-year students of the Pedagogy in Physical Education career from nine Chilean training institutions. The results indicate that teachers in training identify bullying as an element that has a negative impact on student learning (98.6%), on the other hand, 55.3% indicate that they did not receive specific training to deal with episodes of school violence (SV). In turn, 48.4% indicate having knowledge about SV and 60% feel capable of identifying types of physical and verbal violence. It is concluded that it is essential that the training itinerary take into account the concepts of coexistence and school violence for the initial training of teachers.
Keywords: Violence; Coexistence; Training; Education; Students; Teachers.
Pandemia Covid-19: a percepção de treinadores da Liga de Basquete Feminino sobre as condições laborais e estresse
Authors: Reis Cleiton Pereira , Ferreira Márcia Cristina Custódia , Santiago Marisa Lúcia de Mello , De Almeida Flávia Renata , Pires Daniel Alvarez
Published: December 2023

A pandemia de Covid-19 interferiu diretamente no trabalho dos treinadores. No contexto esportivo, passou a ser relevante compreender como treinadores de basquetebol se adaptaram a essas mudanças na vida cotidiana, tanto no âmbito laboral como no pessoal. Assim, o objetivo do presente estudo consistiu em identificar a percepção de treinadores de equipes profissionais do basquetebol feminino brasileiro sobre o estresse e as condições laborais no contexto da pandemia de Covid -19. Participaram do estudo seis treinadores de basquetebol profissional que trabalharam em equipes que disputaram a temporada 2020 da Liga de Basquete Feminino (LBF). Os treinadores foram entrevistados e o conteúdo da entrevista foi categorizado e subcategorizado com o auxílio de peritos. Foram identificados 14 fatores distribuídos em três categorias: fatores sociais e laborais; fatores psicofisiológicos; e retorno às atividades. Os treinadores foram impactados sob diversas perspectivas durante a pandemia de Covid -19. No âmbito social e laboral, o uso de lives foi a ferramenta mais utilizada para reuniões de trabalho e execução de treinos junto às atletas. Quanto à dimensão psicofisiológica, os treinadores apresentaram diferentes sintomas decorrentes do isolamento. Por fim, a volta gradativa aos treinamentos e campeonatos foi o tema mais pautado pelos treinadores, evidenciando a expectativa e a ansiedade quanto ao retorno presencial das atividades. O presente estudo avança no conhecimento dos impactos da pandemia de Covid -19 no ambiente esportivo. Apesar do cenário de maior controle da pandemia após o avanço da vacinação, a reestruturação do sistema esportivo ainda deverá levar alguns anos.
Palavras-chave: basquetebol, Covid -19, estresse, pandemia, treinadores, trabalhador.
Foco de atención consciente y habilidades deportivas. Análisis de las principales líneas de investiga-ción experimental (Conscious focus of attention and sports skills. Analysis of the main lines of experimental research)
Authors: Moro Rodrigo , Auday Marcelo
Published: December 2023

El trabajo gira en torno a la siguiente pregunta dentro de las áreas de psicología y filosofía del deporte. Cuando un deportista está en plena acción, ¿le resulta beneficioso enfocarse de manera consciente en la ejecución de sus habilidades o le conviene ejecutarlas de manera inconsciente? Esta pregunta ha generado cierta controversia en el área, con la filósofa Barbara Montero defendiendo una posición fuertemente inclinada hacia el procesamiento consciente. Para intentar arrojar luz sobre la controversia, analizamos los resultados de las dos principales líneas de investigación experimental sobre el tema, una liderada por Sian Beilock y la otra por Gabriele Wulf. En cada caso, presentamos y analizamos las críticas metodológicas que realiza Montero a dichos paradigmas experimentales. Así, siguiendo un enfoque de tipo cualitativo, utilizamos una metodología interpretativa para analizar los argumentos y la evidencia experimental del área. A partir de nuestro análisis, buscamos extraer consejos prácticos acerca de qué focos de atención parecen resultar beneficiosos (y cuáles no) para el desempeño deportivo.
Palabras clave: foco consciente, habilidades deportivas, evidencia experimental, crítica metodológica.
Abstract. This work centered on the following question within the areas of psychology and philosophy of sports. When athletes are in action, is it beneficial for them to focus consciously on exercising their skills or is it better to do this unconsciously? This issue has caused some controversy in the area, with philosopher Barbara Montero defending a strong position in favor of conscious processing. In order to shed some light on this, we analyzed the results of the two main lines of experimental research on this topic, one of them led by Sian Beilock and the other, by Gabriele Wulf. In every case, we presented and evaluated the methodological criticism made by Montero to each experimental paradigm. Thus, by following a qualitative approach, we applied an interpretative methodology to explore arguments and experimental evidence from the area. Through our analysis, we tried to provide practical advice on which focuses of attention are beneficial (and which are not) for sports performance.
Keywords: conscious focus; sports skills; experimental evidence; methodological criticism.
Active aging with leisure and free time activities for a better quality of life
Authors: Flores Tena María José , Deocano-Ruiz Yolanda , LLamas-Salguero Fátima , Jiménez Morales Jorge
Published: December 2023

The objective of this research was to study the relationship between the participation of the elderly in learning programs in cultural activities developed in senior centers. The research was quantitative, cross-sectional and relational; a probabilistic sample was applied to select 340 elderly people over 65 years of age, corresponding to a senior center in Madrid. The instrument used to collect information consisted of 20 questions grouped into 4 dimensions. The results indicate that the elderly are satisfied with the new cultural learning offered by the senior centers. 72% of the people surveyed, contribute to improve learning through these activities. The research provides possible improvements to prevent loneliness, improving the quality of life. It is suggested to improve the learning programs in cultural activities to achieve greater participation in society. This research suggests possible improvements in areas that will help prevent dependency, such as those where there is greater demand from users. Specific plans to increase the participation of men in the workshops held in the senior centers are suggested as suggestions for improvement.
Keywords: Active ageing; free time; life expectancy; leisure; permanent education
Aspectos Bioéticos en la Enseñanza de la Anatomía Humana
Authors:   Académico del Instituto de Anatomía, Histología y Patología. Universidad Austral de Chile. Doctorado en Ciencias Médicas Universidad del Zulia, Venezuela, Urdaneta José Ramón
Published: December 2023

La Anatomía Humana es una disciplina fundamental para los estudiantes de ciencias de la salud, generalmente, presente en los primeros semestres de la malla curricular. A lo largo de su historia, su aprendizaje se ha basado en la disección y prosección de cadáveres humanos o sus partes, por lo que amerita orientar su enseñanza desde un enfoque bioético; donde aspectos como la dignidad póstuma, procura y donación de cuerpos, gestión del cadáver, adaptación cultural apropiada, consideración de avances tecnológicos sin deshumanización o la prevención de prácticas ilícitas, deben ser considerados por los docentes. Es por ello que, se propuso realizar una revisión narrativa, con el objetivo de analizar el marco bio jurídico y las consideraciones e implicaciones bioéticas en la enseñanza de la Anatomía Humana en países sudamericanos como Brasil, Chile, Colombia y Venezuela.
Plastic Surgery: Principles and the Golden Formulas
Authors:   Section of Plastic Surgery, King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Abdulrauf Badr M I
Published: December 2023

The entire field of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic surgery is technically based on 3 elements, “Viability” of tissues; “Transfer” of tissues; and the extent of tissue defect or “Tension”. These were expressed in 3 mathematical formulas and rules. An updated “Definition “of the specialty has been suggested.
An Investigation Comparing the Efficiency of Timolol 0.5% with Brimonidine 0.2% in Managing the Increase in Intraocular Pressure Subsequent to Nd-Yag Laser Capsulotomy
Authors:   Resident Doctor, Department of Ophthalmology, S.N Medical College Jodhpur, Mathur Siddhi , Kumar Ramesh ,   Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, S.N Medical College Jodhpur, Gaur Sarika ,   Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, S.N Medical College Jodhpur
Published: December 2023

Objective: Conducting a comparison between the efficacy of Timolol 0.5% eye drops and Brimonidine 0.2% eye drops in managing the elevation of intraocular pressure post Nd-YAG laser capsulotomy. Study Design: Employed a randomized controlled trial. Methodology: The research involved 80 patients (one eye per patient) aged between 45 and 70, diagnosed with posterior capsular opacification scheduled for Nd-YAG laser capsulotomy at the Department of Ophthalmology, Mathuradas Mathur Hospital (Dr. S. N. M. C.) in Jodhpur. The patients were divided into two groups, X and Y, each consisting of 40 individuals. Baseline intraocular pressure was measured using an applanation tonometer before administering eye drops. Group X received a single drop of Timolol 0.5%, while group Y received a single drop of Brimonidine 0.2% one hour prior to capsulotomy. Intraocular pressure was recorded at 1 hour and 4 hours post the laser procedure. Results: Both groups comprised 40 patients each. The baseline IOP was 16±2.16 for group X and 15±2.56 for group Y. There was no statistically significant variance between the two groups in mean IOP changes at 1 hour following Nd-YAG laser capsulotomy. However, after 4 hours, the mean reduction in IOP was -1.54 mmHg for group X and -1.85 mmHg for group Y (p<0.5). Conclusion: Our study indicates that both Timolol 0.5% eye drops and Brimonidine 0.2% eye drops are similarly effective in controlling elevated intraocular pressure after Nd-YAG laser capsulotomy
Advancing Nuclear Energy: Generation-IV and Small Modular Reactors in Nuclear Waste Management & Recycling Technology (A Short Review)
Authors:   Galaxy Advanced Engineering, Albuquerque, 87111, United States of America, Chief Executive Officer, New Mexico, Zohuri Bahman
Published: December 2023

Nuclear energy remains a promising solution for a sustainable energy future, yet the challenge of managing radioactive waste has hindered its full potential.This article explores how Generation-IV and Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) are revolutionizing nuclear waste management and recycling.
Tüketici Sonrası Tekstil Atıklarının Geri Dönüşümüne Yönelik Tüketici Tutumlarının İncelenmesi
Authors: ONER Eren
Published: December 2023

Dünyadaki nüfus artışı, değişen tüketim alışkanlıkları, farklılaşan tüketici davranışları, hızlı moda akımı, sürekli değişen moda trendlerine ayak uydurmayı amaçlayan ucuz ve hızlı üretim modeli tekstil ve hazır giyim sektöründe devasa atıklar oluşmasına neden olmaktadır. Tüketici öncesi tekstil atıklarının geri dönüştürülmesi noktasında sanayi faaliyetleri bulunmasına rağmen, tüketici sonrası tekstil atıklarının organizasyonu ve geri dönüşümü ile ilgili küresel çapta ciddi bir eksiklik bulunmaktadır. Bu araştırmada dünya için önemli bir sorun olan tüketici sonrası tekstil atıklarının geri dönüşümü konusunda tüketici tutumlarının incelenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırma kapsamında dijital ortamda 501 kişiye anket uygulanmıştır. Anketlerden elde edilen veriler incelenmiş ve ortaya çıkan bulgular yorumlanmıştır. Çalışma sonuçları değerlendirildiğinde toplumun geri dönüşüm konusunda daha fazla bilgilendirilmeye ihtiyacı olduğu, geri dönüşüm çalışmalarında şeffaflığın, izlenebilirliğin ve belgelendirmenin önemli olduğu, geri dönüşüm ürünlerinin hijyen ve kaliteleriyle ilgili çekinceler olduğu anlaşılmıştır.
Descripción de las señales de ecolocalización de Histiotus colombiae (Vespertilionidae) en Cundinamarca, Colombia
Authors: Martínez Daniela , Calderón-Acevedo Camilo A. , Morales-Martínez Darwin M. , Ramírez-Chaves Héctor E. , Rodríguez-Posada Miguel E.
Published: December 2023

La descripción de señales de ecolocalización de las especies de murciélagos neotropicales, validadas con especímenes testigo, es vital para generar de llamadas de referencia. En Colombia, documentar las llamadas de ecolocalización es una tarea urgente que puede contribuir a entender la presencia de muchas especies de difícil registro. En esta nota hacemos una descripción de las señales de ecolocalización de Histiotus colombiae a partir de individuos grabados en vuelo libre fuera de un refugio en el municipio de Guachetá, departamento de Cundinamarca, Colombia. Obtuvimos siete grabaciones de H. colombiae. Las señales de ecolocalización se caracterizan por presentar un diseño de barrido de frecuencia modulada descendente con un componente de frecuencia cuasi constante, en un rango de frecuencias entre 20 KHz y 40 KHz.
A record of diurnal birth and placentophagia in an urban-dwelling female black and gold howler monkey (Alouatta caraya, Primates: Atelidae) in the City of Pilar, south-west Paraguay
Authors: Taylor Rachel V. , Redin Hurtado Mikel , Owen Matthew T. , Smith Rebecca L.
Published: December 2023

Placentophagia, the postpartum consumption of the afterbirth by a mother, is widespread among eutherian mammals and linked to both endocrinological and ecological advantages. However, its occurrence in urban-dwelling arboreal primates, including the genus Alouatta, is not well represented in the literature. This is the first recorded instance of diurnal birth and placentophagia in an urban environment by a female black-and-gold howler monkey (Alouatta caraya) in Pilar, Paraguay. Observations were made as part of the Para La Tierra Urban Howler Project. A total of 165-minutes of observations during the postpartum period are reported presently, including behaviours of the mother, neonate, and other group members. The mother exhibited self- and allogrooming of the infant, and consumption of the placenta and umbilical cord, which aligns with known Alouatta post-parturition behaviors, despite the novel urban setting. This event indicates the species' behavioral flexibility and suggests potential adaptation to urban habitats, that are absent of natural predators but present novel anthropogenic stressors. Understanding a species’ adaptability is vital for development of robust conservation strategies as primates increasingly inhabit urban landscapes.
Social Affiliation and Prosociality on Electoral Behavior among Senior Non-Teaching Employees Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
Authors: Nweke K. O. , Anazonwu C.O. , Ndigwe B. C. , Ajaegbu D. C. , Cyril-Nwuche O. F.
Published: December 2023

The current study looked at affiliation and pro-sociality as determinants in electoral behavior among senior non-teaching employees at Nnamdi Azikiwe University in Awka. For the study, a total of 138 volunteers were chosen at random (males made up 30 percent of the total, and females made up 70 percent). Data was gathered using the electoral behavior and the prosocial behavior scales. Both scales were valid and reliable instruments, and the third variable (social affiliation) was demographically evaluated. The data were analyzed using the multiple regression analysis, enter method. In hypothesis one, Social Affiliation predicted electoral behavior with F (1,137) = 8.11, p<.05 and beta value = 2.89, p<.05, while in hypothesis two, pro-sociality predicted electoral behavior with F (2,131) = 5.86, p>.01 and unstandardized beta values =.13, p<.05, however, the interaction effect between social affiliation and prosocial behavior was not significant. It was recommended that contestants should seek electorates that share similar sociological inclinations with them, such as religion, ethnicity, and other social groups at the onset of electoral activities.
Effect of Human Resource Planning and Leadership Styles on Performance Contracting in Public Organizations in Kenya
Authors: Mutembei Martin Munene , Kithae Peter Paul
Published: December 2023

Performance contracting is a term which is gaining a lot of popularity among government departments as it helps its employees to account for their input in the organization. This study investigated the effect of human resource planning and leadership styles on performance contracting in public organizations in Kenya with a focus on Tharaka Nithi executive county government. It was guided by the following specific objectives; to investigate the degree to which human resource planning affect performance contracting in Kenyan public organizations and to evaluate how leadership styles relate to performance contracting in Kenyan public organizations. The study was anchored on expectancy theory and the agency theory. The target population was 300 Tharaka Nithi county employees. Using stratified random sampling method, the study employed a descriptive research design with a sample size of 172 respondents, according to the administrative county government of Tharaka Nithi. The study used a self-administered drop-and-pick questionnaire as its main instrument to gather primary data from the sampled respondents. Data was analyzed using SPSS software where both descriptive and inferential statistics were produced. Tables and figures were used to display the quantitative results, while thematic presentations were used to display the qualitative data. The results of the study showed that both human resource planning and leadership style had major effect on performance contracting in the county government. Specifically, the effectiveness of performance contracting was found to have a positive and substantial association with these characteristics. This suggests that better performance contracting in county government results from an increase in the efficacy of these variables, and vice versa. The study recommends that best practices be outsourced from excelling county governments in Kenya as reported by council of governors’ report of 2022 on both human resource planning and leadership styles and implement the results consistently while cascading them down to the lowest levels of staff. If properly followed, these suggestions would result to the county governments’ ability to function successfully.
The Influence of Language use in Functional Writing Skills on Students’ Performance in Kiswahili in Secondary Schools in Kenya.
Authors: Ojwang Consolata , Kitainge Kisilu
Published: December 2023

Functional writing has been given prominence in the Kenyan Secondary school Kiswahili syllabus. This study investigated the influence of functional writing skills on students’ performance in Kiswahili in Elgeyo-Marakwet County. The need for this study was based on the fact that functional writing is an area faced with challenges. The main objective of the study was to examine the influence of functional writing skills on students’ performance in Kiswahili. Theoretical framework is based on Jane Emig’s Process Theory of Composition Writing of (1971). The study employed descriptive research design and data was collected using questionnaire, observation schedule and document analysis guide. The area of study was Elgeyo-Marakwet County. The target population included all Form Four students and all teachers of Kiswahili from the 122 secondary schools. From this population, stratified, purposive and simple random sampling was used to get a sample. There were 9852 Form Four students in secondary schools in Elgeyo–Marakwet County as of October, 2020. During the entire study 579 students in Form Four class and 35 teachers of Kiswahili participated. The study used both primary and secondary data. Lecturers in the School of Education, at the University of Eldoret determined the validity of the research thesis instruments. Reliability was tested using a test-retest method in four secondary schools in Uasin Gishu County. The study used qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Data from the questionnaire was presented in frequency tables and percentages using descriptive statistics, narrative and verbatim. The research established that incorrect use of language in functional writing skills have a negative effect on students’ performance of Kiswahili in secondary schools. The findings would be used for reference by other researchers and would also give guidance on how to improve in the writing of functional essays. The study recommended that teachers should emphasize the appropriate choice of vocabulary while teaching and evaluating learners in functional writing.
Production of Superworm Larvae (Zophobas Morio Fabricius, 1776) with Azolla and Soft Pollard as Substrate: It’s Effect as Substitute to Protein Source on the Growth Performance, Carcass Yield, and Economics of Broiler Chicken
Authors:   Department of Animal Science, Visayas State University, Visca, Baybay City, Leyte, Jimenea John Raphael R. , Gacutan, Jr. Manuel D.
Published: December 2023

The study was conducted to assess the potential of superworm larvae Zophobas morio as protein source in broiler chicken ration. A total of 50 grams of larvae was cultivated in a controlled environment and then allocated into uniformly-sized boxes, following a completely randomized design (CRD) with 12 replications per treatment involving combined substrates: A) azolla-soft pollard, B) azolla-rice bran D2, and C) azolla-ground yellow corn. The larvae produced using azolla-soft pollard substrate were used as the protein ingredient in the subsequent experiment. The selection of the larvae was based on the highest yield and lowest neutral detergent fiber value. One hundred twenty-eight (128) day-old broiler chicks were distributed to the 4 dietary treatments in randomized complete block design with cage location as the blocking factor. Ration were formulated to contain 0%, 2%, 4%, and 6% superworm larvae meal (SLM) as protein ingredient. The experimental design used was Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD) and data gathered were analyzed using one-way analysis of variance of SAS university edition. Broilers under control group exhibited better growth performance compared to those with SLM inclusion. However, gradual improvement in growth performance and economic analysis for birds fed at 6% SLM inclusion was observed. Moreover, increase in carcass and gizzard weight was also observed when SLM was included at 4% and 6% in the diet. Incorporating 6% superworm larvae meal (SLM) into the diets of broiler chickens can lead to a gradual enhancement in their growth performance. To minimize chitin content, it is recommended to harvest superworms at a lower instar stage.
O USO TRANSFORMADOR DA REALIDADE VIRTUAL NO ENSINO DE GEOGRAFIA DURANTE O ESTÁGIO SUPERVISIONADO NO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL I
Authors: Carvalho da Silva Kaio , Sergio de Oliveira Barbosa Luiz , Conrado de Souza Ivone , Darling Batista Moraes Suzie , Da Silva Simões Naison , Moreira Nogueira Karen , NOGUEIRA ADRIANA , Moreira Russu do Nascimento Sônia
Published: December 2023

Este artigo aborda o potencial transformador da Realidade Virtual (RV) no ensino de Geografia durante o estágio supervisionado no Ensino Fundamental I. A RV oferece uma experiência imersiva que possibilita aos alunos explorar ambientes geográficos de maneira virtual e envolvente, proporcionando uma compreensão mais tangível dos conceitos geográficos. Além disso, a RV promove o aprendizado ativo, permitindo que os alunos interajam com os cenários virtuais, tomem decisões e experimentem as consequências, desenvolvendo habilidades cognitivas essenciais, como pensamento crítico e resolução de problemas. A diversidade de recursos oferecidos pela RV, como viagens virtuais a locais geográficos, simulações de fenômenos naturais e análise de dados em 3D, enriquece o processo de ensino e aprendizagem, tornando-o mais envolvente e contextualizado. Além disso, a RV pode ser uma ferramenta inclusiva, atendendo a diferentes estilos de aprendizagem e necessidades especiais, o que promove uma educação mais acessível e equitativa. No entanto, é importante considerar os desafios associados à implementação da RV, como os custos envolvidos na aquisição de equipamentos e a necessidade de capacitação adequada para os educadores. Superar esses obstáculos requer um compromisso significativo, mas a aplicação cuidadosa da RV pode enriquecer as aulas de Geografia, preparando os futuros educadores para uma abordagem inovadora e eficaz no ensino.
A PANDEMIA COMO FATOR ASSOCIADO AO ESTRESSE DOCENTE DURANTE A PANDEMIA DA COVID-19
Authors: Alves Guimarães Ueudison , Garcia de Souza Emerson , De Omena Santos Josenice , Nazaré Chaves de Faria Jaline , Silva Nogueira Duarte Rafaela , Aparecida Franco Crisostomo Divanir , Da Silva Santos Márcia
Published: December 2023

Com a chegada da pandemia, o Governo Estadual teve de tomar providências emergenciais mediante decreto para que as instituições de ensino encerrassem o atendimento de suas aulas, como meio de prevenção à disseminação do coronavírus (Covid-19).  Diante de tamanha preocupação, as escolas tiveram de agir imediatamente para que os seus alunos não ficassem sem a aprendizagem e perdessem o ano letivo, contudo, as opções não se mostraram atrativas, restando apenas uma: o estudo remoto. Diante desse imprevisto e, preocupadas em solucionar essa problemática, as instituições tiveram de fazer um esforço e criar estratégias de ensino-aprendizagem com base tecnológica, utilizando-se de plataformas online, para o acesso direto e interativo com os alunos e promovendo aprendizagem por meio de videoaulas e conteúdos inteiramente digitais. Por outro lado, nem todas as unidades escolares estavam preparadas para atender o seu público remotamente, pois os seus profissionais não possuíam preparação adequada, nem todos os alunos dispunham de acesso à internet, devido a inúmeros motivos. À frente desse entrave, este trabalho tem como desígnio explicar como se deu a qualidade de ensino-aprendizagem, mediante o momento de isolamento social, por conta da pandemia, bem como colocar a pandemia como fator de estresse docente, utilizando uma pesquisa de cunho bibliográfico por meio de autores conceituados na temática abordada.
AS TECNOLOGIAS DIGITAIS COMO CONDICIONANTES PARA METODOLOGIAS ATIVAS NA EDUCAÇÃO ESPECIAL
Authors: Alves Guimarães Ueudison , Nazaré Chaves de Faria Jaline , Rodrigues da Silva Elizabete , De Brito Cabral Roseli , Ronnan Luna Esteves Hugo , da Silva Soares Hosana
Published: December 2023

Este estudo consiste em uma pesquisa de caráter teórico-bibliográfico a respeito da utilização das Tecnologias Digitais como ferramentas condicionantes de metodologias ativas para o processo de inclusão de alunos com Necessidades Educativas Especiais nos espaços educativos. A busca por uma educação significativa para todos e que acolha a diversidade existente no contexto escolar, constitui o foco dessa investigação. Assim, a proposta de estudo gira em torno da reflexão acerca da utilização pedagógica das tecnologias digitais como instrumentos estimuladores das habilidades e competências dos alunos com Necessidades Educativas Especiais. As Tecnologias digitais estão cada vez mais presentes na sociedade moderna, integrando as diversas esferas sociais. A escola vem sendo considerada um dos ambientes sociais que mais têm se beneficiado dessas tecnologias. Assim, a utilização das Tecnologias digitais como mecanismo de apoio pedagógico nas instituições de ensino possibilita o desenvolvimento de uma prática educativa diversificada, dinâmica e satisfatória, que respeita as especificidades de cada aluno. Elas podem ser usadas para auxiliar os alunos com Necessidades Educativas Especiais a superarem suas limitações e a participarem efetivamente do processo educativo à medida que possibilitam diferentes formas de compreender os conhecimentos trabalhados nas escolas. Assim sendo, é primordial que os docentes encontrem nas Tecnologias digitais um suporte para tornar sua práxis mais acessível a todos os alunos. Nessa perspectiva, faz-se necessário compreender o papel do professor nesse contexto voltado para a inclusão, bem como as possíveis contribuições das Tecnologias digitais como ferramentas de auxílio no desenvolvimento de alunos com Necessidades Educativas Especiais.
INTEGRANDO O MÉTODO DO LETRAMENTO DURANTE AS PRÁTICAS DE ALFABETIZAÇÃO
Authors: Alves Guimarães Ueudison , Gonçalves do Amaral Alenizia , Maria de Jesus Oliveira Angela , Aparecida França Simone , Aparecida da Silva Cunha Grazielle , Mendes de Morais Mozar Ana Amélia
Published: December 2023

Este trabalho tem como propósito principal destacar a importância da Educação Infantil de maneira que o letramento seja evidenciado nesse período como um mecanismo pedagógico inclinado para a ludicidade na alfabetização. Assim sendo, com o intuito de fundamentar a pesquisa realizada e promover informações pertinentes acerca da temática apresentada, foi necessário produzir uma abordagem teórico-reflexiva de caráter bibliográfico, com base conceitual advinda de autores especialistas nessa literatura. Por outro lado, vale lembrar que a Educação Infantil é uma etapa muito importante para a vida intelectual da criança, pois é nesse período que ela passa pelo processo de evolução, o qual exige da escola a efetivação de práticas educativas que proporcionem às crianças experiências com significado. Desse modo, acredita-se que a inserção de atividades inclinadas para a ludicidade, além de proporcionar momentos de prazer e diversão, também desenvolve as habilidades e competências dos alunos. A Educação Infantil não apresenta como desígnio a alfabetização pura e simplesmente, contudo, caminha para que os mecanismos pedagógicos se manifestem de maneira que o ambiente escolar seja transformado em um lugar de reflexão, levando o aluno a pensar acerca do mundo a sua volta e colocar em prática diariamente o letramento mediante o processo de leitura.
Blokzincir Tabanlı Merkeziyetsiz Platformların Sosyal Medya İletişiminde Yarattığı Paradigma Değişimi
Authors: GÜL ŞENKARDEŞ İnci Çağla
Published: December 2023

İnternet teknolojisi ile birlikte hızla yaygınlaşan çevrimiçi iletişim mecralarından olan sosyal medya uygulamaları teknoloji firmaları tarafından merkezi bir şekilde yönetilen platformlardır. Blokzincir teknolojisi ile yaygınlaşmaya başlayan merkeziyetsiz yönetişim yaklaşımı, sosyal medya iletişiminde de uygulama alanları bulmaktadır. Bu araştırmanın amacı nispeten yeni teknolojilerden biri olan blokzincir teknolojisinin sosyal medya iletişim platformlarının altyapısı olarak kullanılması ile ortaya çıkan yeni nesil merkeziyetsiz sosyal medya uygulamalarının çalışma prensiplerinin anlaşılması ve sosyal medya iletişimine getirdiği paradigma değişikliğinin sosyal ve ekonomik tartışmasının yapılmasıdır. Kullanıcı adetleri olarak hızla büyümekte ve yaygınlaşmakta olan yeni nesil merkeziyetsiz sosyal medya iletişim platformlarının teknik çalışma prensiplerinin yanı sıra kullanıcılar için olumlu ve olumsuz potansiyellerinin anlaşılması da önem taşımaktadır. Bu araştırmada doküman analizi ve örnek incelemesi ile derlenen veriler üzerinden veri sahipliği, üretici ekonomisi ve kullanıcı deneyimi odağında bir tartışma sunulmaktadır. Merkeziyetsiz sosyal medya uygulamalarının avantaj ve dezavantajlarını ortaya koyan bu disiplinler arası araştırma, literatüre yaptığı katkı ile fayda sağlamakta ve gelecekteki farklı araştırmalar için yeni sorulara alan açmaktadır.
The End of the Old France. Book Review of ‘From Triumph to Disaster: Political and Military Defeat of France in 1940 and Its Origins’ by A.A. Vershinin and N.N. Naumova
Authors: Sergienko-Soler V.
Published: December 2023

The book under review is a new monograph by A.A. Vershinin and N.N. Naumova ‘From triumph to disaster: Political and military defeat of France in 1940 and its origins’, published in 2022. In order to separate myth from reality and restore, as far as possible, an accurate picture of those tragic events, the authors of the monograph under review turn to a wide array of sources — ranging from memoirs of direct participants to archival documents from various countries. They also thoroughly examined the works of both classic and contemporary researches on the military and political history of France. A.A. Vershinin and N.N. Naumova provide an exceptionally detailed picture of the main political, social, military, cultural and ideological reasons that provoked the defeat of the French army. The authors debunk the popular myth that this defeat allegedly resulted from a shortage of military equipment. They show instead that it was caused by a complex of factors: instability of the Third Republic’s regime, contradictions between political parties, strategic miscalculations of the military and politicians. The authors stress that the defeat of France, which allowed the Third Reich to take a dominant position in Europe, became an important milestone in the history of international relations. According to the reviewer, A.A. Vershinin and N.N. Naumova rightly conclude that the old France, which once determined the fate of the world, perished in May-June 1940 in the battles of the Meuse and Dunkirk.
Farklı Disiplinlerde Kesinlik Arayışı
Authors: DEMİRBAŞ Merve
Published: December 2023

İnsan, varoluşu gereği hep sorma ve sorgulama içerisindedir. Bunu yaparken asıl amacı ise kesin bilgiye ulaşabilmektir. Bu bilgi önce kendini, sonra çevresini, sonra da evreni tanıma ihtiyacındandır. Kendini ve çevresini bilen insan daha güvende hissedecektir. Bu nedenle insana ilişkin her bilim kesinlik üzerine düşünmüş ve çalışmıştır. Felsefe, din, matematik, fizik, coğrafya, dil, sosyoloji gibi bilimler bunlardan bazılarıdır. Bu çalışmada önce kesinlik kavramı tanımlar üzerinden ele alınmış. Ardından felsefe, din, matematik, hukuk ve dilbilim alanlarının konuya yaklaşımı ele alınarak daha geniş bir değerlendirme yapmak amaçlanmıştır. Her bir bilimin kesinlik kavramını ele alırken kullandığı yöntemin, sorduğu soruların, alınan cevapların, eksiklerinin ve fazlalıklarının birbirinden farklı olduğu görülmüştür. Bazı bilimler kesinliğin ne olduğu üzerinde dururken bazı bilimler kesinliği bilgiyle, bazıları doğruyla, bazıları konuşanın tavrıyla, bazıları sözlerle bağdaştırmıştır. Bazı bilimler ise hiçbir şeyin kesin olamayacağını savunarak konuya kuşku açısından bakmış, nelerden kuşkulanılabileceğini ele almıştır. Bu çalışmada yukarı-da bahsedilen görüşler ele alınarak bir sonuca varılmaya çalışılmıştır
Loan Approval Prediction using Machine Learning
Authors: Ms Sharada P. Chavhan  , Prof. Dr. N. R. Wankhade
Published: December 2023

In today's digital age, financial institutions are facing a significant challenge in managing the increasing volume of loan applications. Traditional loan approval methods, which involve manual evaluation by credit analysts, are time-consuming and prone to errors. To overcome these challenges, machine learning algorithms have emerged as a promising solution for automating the loan approval process. This abstract discusses the use of machine learning algorithms for loan approval prediction. The proposed approach involves collecting and preprocessing a large dataset containing historical loan applications, including various financial and personal attributes. The data is then fed into a machine learning model that predicts the likelihood of loan approval based on the input features. The model is trained using supervised learning techniques such as Random Forest, Logistic Regression, Support Vector Machine, XGboost, Decision Tree, Python. The selected model is then integrated into the lending institution's loan approval process, replacing or augmenting the manual evaluation process. The benefits of this approach include faster processing times, reduced errors, and more consistent decision-making. Additionally, machine learning algorithms can provide insights into the factors that influence loan approval decisions, enabling lending institutions to make more informed decisions and improve their overall loan portfolio management strategies. Machine learning algorithms have the potential to revolutionize the loan approval process by providing a more efficient and accurate alternative to traditional methods. As the volume of loan applications continues to grow, it is essential for lending institutions to adopt these technologies to remain competitive and provide better service to their customers
Formulation and Evaluation of Hair Removal Cream by Using an Herbal Base
Authors: Ms. Abhale Manisha Ashok  , Ms. Bhalke Gitanjali Balchandra  , Dr. Ramdas B. Rode
Published: December 2023

The cosmetic and hygiene industry and the hair removal market are growing in importance. Teenage girls and women often worry about unwanted hair. This study highlights the importance of choosing herbal hair removers over herbal depilatories due to their high efficacy, safety and lack of side effects. Hair removal herbs and their composition in herbal creams, as well as other hair removal methods, are being studied. Hair removers are cosmetic products designed to remove hair from the skin. Chemical hair removers mostly contain salts of thioglycolic acids as active components. The following ingredients are needed to make the hair cream: thioglycolic acid, cetyl alcohol, turmeric powder, neem and Tulsi extract, ginger and papaya powder, liquid paraffin and the required amount of orange oil. The pH, viscosity, spreadability and homogeneity of the depilatory cream composition were evaluated. The results showed the composition and excellent properties of F3.
inovação nos restaurantes à la carte
Authors: Sousa-Filho José Milton de Sousa-Filho , Kury Glaura Brilhante
Published: December 2023

A inovação é uma das principais ferramentas para que uma empresa possa se manter em meio ao mercado competitivo. No setor de alimentação, principalmente de restaurantes à la carte, o empreendedor precisa se manter atualizado e oferecer produtos ou serviços diferenciados para o consumidor. Por meio de uma pesquisa descritiva e exploratória, buscou-se descobrir se o uso da inovação influencia na percepção de qualidade e de valor pelo cliente, comparando a sua expectativa com a realidade apresentada no estabelecimento.
What Do We Reward in Reflection? Assessing Reflective Writing with the Index for Metacognitive Knowledge
Authors: Ratto Parks Amy
Published: December 2023

Reflection is a staple of contemporary writing pedagogy and writing assessment. Although the power of reflective writing has long been understood in writing studies, the field has not made progress on articulating how to assess the reflective work. Developed at the crossroads of research in reflection and metacognition, the Index for Metacognitive Knowledge (IMK) is designed to help writing researchers, teachers, and students articulate what is being rewarded in the assessment of reflection and to articulate the role of metacognitive knowledge in critical reflective writing. The IMK was used to code final portfolio introductions from first-year writing courses in order to analyze the distribution of the three kinds of metacognitive knowledge (declarative, procedural, and conditional) and to explore the quality and complexity of students’ metacognitive knowledge. Inter-rater reliability testing on the IMK showed that it is highly reliable; the Fleiss’ kappa was 83% (K=.834). The IMK offers researchers, teachers, and students language with which to explore the unique work of reflective writing in order to develop more metacognitively rich observations. It provides a framework to explain the evolving complexity of students’ reflective writing and to assess and describe the impacts of other pedagogical interventions.
Achieving High Goals: The Impact of Contract Grading on High School Students' Academic Performance, Avoidance Orientation, and Social Comparison
Authors: Watson Emily
Published: December 2023

This article examines American high school students’ (N=439) self-worth protection behaviors, maladaptive coping mechanisms, and academic performance under a contract grading system, which has been understudied in contemporary secondary classrooms. The quantitative analysis revealed that under the contract grading system, 97% (n=421) earned a passing grade (i.e., A, B, or C) on the assessment and 90% (n=390) fulfilled the contract by reaching mastery (A) or proficiency (B). Compared to the previous year, students with prior experience were 19% more likely to earn an A and 16% more likely to earn a B under the grading contract despite increased workload demands. The qualitative analysis of 40 semi-structured interviews revealed that performance improved as a result of the contract’s clarity of purpose, which limited task avoidance and facilitated task-oriented effort toward a desirable goal. Students enrolled in regular courses experienced the most significant grade improvement due to clear expectations that helped them place their effort on the right tasks. The findings of this study lead to a call to action for teachers to implement contract grading in high school classrooms to clarify work expectations, improve task-oriented effort, and help students set and achieve high goals.
Editor’s Introduction: Contract Grading, Portfolios, and Reflection
Authors: Whithaus Carl
Published: December 2023

The articles in this issue examine the continuing use and development of contract grading in college and high school writing courses (DasBender et al. and Watson); time and labor as important influences despite most often being seen as outside of the construct of writing (Del Principe); and the treatment of reflection within writing assessment theory and practice (Ratto Parks).
Peningkatan Kinerja Pegawai melalui Motivasi Kerja, Budaya Kerja dan Fasilitas Kerja pada Dinas Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan Kabupaten Bireuen
Authors: Abdullah Abdullah , Yusuf M.
Published: December 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis peningkatan kinerja pegawai pada Dinas Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan Kabupaten Bireuen berdasarkan motivasi kerja pegawai, Budaya dan Fasilitas kerja.  Analisis menggunakan model regresi berganda untuk menguji hipotesis, baik secara parsial dan simultans faktor motivasi kerja, budaya kerja dan fasilitas terhadap kinerja. Metode penelitian adalah kuantitatif dengan jenis asosiatif. Hasil penelitian diketahui (1) terdapat pengaruh yang signifikans dan positif motivasi kerja pegawai terhadap peningkatan kinerja pegawai, (2) terdapat pengaruh yang signifikans dan positif budaya kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai, (3) terdapat pengaruh yang signifikans dan positif fasilitas kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai dan (4) secara simultans faktor motivasi, budaya dan fasilitas kerja berpengaruh pada peningkatan kinerja pegawai dengan kontribusi sebesar 56,10%.
Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Kepala Sekolah, Sarana Prasarana dan Komunikasi antar Personal terhadap Kinerja Guru SMP Negeri di Kecamatan Ulim Kabupaten Pidie Jaya
Authors: Salisah Salisah , Luthfi Luthfi
Published: December 2023

This study aims to analyze and obtain empirical answers about the influence of the principal's leadership, aspects of school infrastructure and interpersonal communication in the school environment on efforts to improve teacher performance. This research was in the form of a survey using a questionnaire to 75 state junior high school teachers in Ulim District, Pidie Jaya Regency. The research method is an associative description with analysis and hypothesis testing with a path analysis approach. The results of the study found that (a) there was an influence of the Principal's Leadership on teacher performance of 11.40%. (b) It is proven that there is an influence of school infrastructure in completing work and teaching problems on teacher performance of 13.77%. (c) there is an influence of communication that exists between teachers and also with leaders in schools on teacher performance by 17.85 percent. (d) Simultaneously there is an influence of the Principal's Leadership, Infrastructure and Interpersonal Communication on Teacher Performance by 43%.