bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Perspectivas das estudantes universitárias sobre os atravessamentos das questões de gênero
Authors: Lins Bezerra Ludmila , Loureiro Armando , Teixeira Isilda
Published: June 2024

Este artigo compõe uma tese de doutorado em desenvolvimento e objetiva analisar e discutir as perspectivas das estudantes de uma universidade no Norte de Portugal sobre os atravessamentos das questões de gênero. Os dados foram coletados com o uso de questionário que foi aplicado online pelo Google forms e contou com a participação de 45 estudantes mulheres dos cursos das engenharias. Escolhemos as engenharias por ainda ser um curso majoritariamente ocupado por homens. Classificado como exploratório quanto ao objetivo, a presente investigação possui abordagem quantitativa. Os resultados apontaram que ainda há fragilidades e ausências de discussões na universidade sobre as questões de gênero; 43,2% das participantes tem uma ideia sobre os estudos de gênero e 31,8% nunca leu ou pesquisou sobre os estudos, mas tem vontade de estudar. É possível concluir que a universidade precisa ressignificar e ampliar os espaços de discussão sobre as questões que são atravessadas pelo gênero. Para isto, é primordial uma postura docente aberta para discussões e problematizações que envolvam os discentes neste processo e objetive romper com as situações que sejam atravessadas pela discriminação e barreiras de gênero.
Particle Swarm Optimization-based Linear Regression for Software Effort Estimation
Authors: Puguh Jayadi  , Khairul Adilah binti Ahmad  , Rayhan Zulfitri Dwi Cahyo  , Jofanza Denis Aldida
Published: June 2024

In the context of software effort estimation, this study investigates the use of Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO)-based Linear Regression to improve estimation accuracy. The main problem faced is the limitations of standard Linear Regression models in accurately estimating the effort required for software development projects. This research aims to improve the quality of estimation of software efforts to optimize resource management and project schedules. The method used was the integration of PSOs in Linear Regression, which was evaluated using three different COCOMO datasets. Experimental results show that LR+PSO models consistently outperform standard Linear Regression with lower MAE, MSE, and RMSE, as well as higher R-squared. In conclusion, integrating PSOs in Linear Regression effectively improves the estimation accuracy of software efforts, demonstrating great potential for improving estimation quality in software project management practices.
Drainage Network Performance Mapping in the Tukad Ngenjung Sub-System Based on Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Authors: Putu Doddy Heka Ardana  , Ketut Puspa Santika
Published: June 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the condition and performance of the drainage network. The method used in this research is a quantitative descriptive method based on field observations. The results of this research based on hydrological and hydraulic calculations show that in the Tukad Ngenjung Sub System drainage network, out of a total of 52 channels, 42 channels are unable to accommodate the design flood discharge with a return period of 2 years and there are 45 channels that are unable to accommodate the design flood discharge with a 5 year return period. For channels that are unable to accommodate flood discharge, the design should be given more attention or repairs should be carried out by the relevant parties, so that the runoff that occurs in the channel can be resolved.
The Role of Brand Image, Brand Ambassadors and Korean Wave on Intention to Purchase of K-popers Customers
Authors: Tannady Hendy , Maulidna Adelia Putri
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study is to investigate how brand ambassadors and the Korean wave affect brand perception and how that affects consumer choice. Using non-probability selection approaches, a sample of 100 respondents was chosen from a population of K-poppers as part of this quantitative research study. Direct data searches, online research, and questionnaires were used to gather data. Structural equation modeling (SEM) statistical approaches are used in data analysis. The analysis's findings indicate that neither the Korean wave nor brand ambassadors alone significantly affect a company's reputation. Together, nevertheless, they significantly and favorably impact brand image. In addition, the Korean wave and brand image, as well as brand ambassadors, have a big impact on buying decisions. In general, the Korean wave and brand ambassadors have a big impact on brand perception and can influence consumer decisions separately or in tandem. These findings highlight the value of using brand ambassadors and the Korean wave in marketing tactics to create a strong brand identity and influence consumer decisions to buy, particularly among K-pop enthusiasts.
Implementation of Digital Marketing in Increasing Marketing Distribution at Pt. Sreeya Sewu Indonesia, Tbk
Authors: Gita Siwi Anggraeni
Published: June 2024

The goal of this research is to shed light on the marketing process at PT. Sreeya Sewu Indonesia, Tbk, with a focus on enhancing its digital marketing distribution. The data collection process for this company starts from December 11, 2023, to January 5, 2024. After the data collection process is complete, the researcher carries out transcription and data processing until January 19, 2024. This research employs a descriptive-qualitative approach. Data collection uses observation, interviews, field notes, and documentation. The results revealed that the decline in the previous quarter was caused by a slow distribution process, which was exacerbated by the difficulty in obtaining raw materials due to soaring prices, and a current lack of intensity in digital marketing, particularly in social media and email.
Intralingual Translation Procedures in Nihon NO Uta
Authors: Miftachul Amri  , Rusmiyati  , Yogi Bagus Adhimas  , Iffa Mar’atus Shohibul Birri  , F A. Z. Zulmi  , Fitriana Dewi Irawati
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze how intralingual translation procedures are used in translating modern Japanese songs into classical Japanese. This study used a descriptive qualitative method with Vinay and Darbelnet's translation procedures theory to explain the process of intralingual translation. The results of the study showed that the song translated influenced the use of translation procedures. For example, the song "千本桜" by Kuro Usa-P uses adaptation translation procedures, that is 18 of 30 data, "夜に駆ける" by YOASOBI uses literal translation procedures, that is 24 of 34 data, and then "ドライフラワー" by Yuuri uses equivalence translation procedures, that is 13 of 23 data. The use of literal translation procedures has the highest frequency, which is 32 data out of 87 data. However, it is important to note that the procedures used are very dependent on the translator, as the translator is free to determine the translation procedures they want to use.
Global, Local, or Glocal Identity of EFL Learners as ELF Users
Authors:   Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim, Nabilla Noor Vatha , Wahyudi Ribut
Published: June 2024

English as a lingua franca (ELF) has created some sense of L2 learner identity in ELF communication. However, there is still a lack of exploration of EFL learners' identities in the ELF context. This study aims to find out how EFL learners' identities are categorized based on global, local and glocal identities. The study falls into critical applied linguistics as it combines Norton's identity theory and Walshaw's subject position's notion to reveal participants' subjectivity. This research is categorized as a case study as it explores participants' identity positioning towards ELF. The results indicate that respondents' identity options resonate with global, local or glocal identity. Global identity is shown by the tendency of the Inner Circle accent, progress, modernity, and daily activity. Local identity is indicated by maintaining the local accent, and Glocal identity is pointed out by the tendency to blend two identities at the same time. Two of the participants have shown dual identities, while the last two participants only depicted one identity. Respondents' identity options as the projection of their subject positions and subjectivities appeared in some way to be constructed by universities' curriculum document policy, university vision and missions, regulation or English exposures in the former school including the curriculum, and informal learning experiences.
A Survey of the Speaking Components of an ESP Course: The Students’ Mindset
Authors:   St. Joseph's College of Engineering, U Venkateswara , John Divya ,   Sri Sivasubramaniya Nadar College of Engineering
Published: June 2024

This investigation focused on the speaking-skills component of the syllabi of Technical English I and II (Regulation 2013) at Anna University in Chennai, India. It was meant to formulate strategies for effective schemes to develop the English-speaking skills of engineering students in the colleges affiliated to the University. The major research tools consisted of data collected from: (1) A questionnaire for the students' survey, and (2) Focus group interviews with students. The interpretation of the students' survey was sub-divided into: (1) The learners' background and their comprehension of spoken English, (2) The learners' participation in the speaking activities, (3) The learners' problems with the speaking activities, and (4) The learners' expectations of their teachers and teaching. The focus group interviews were conducted after analyzing the responses to the questions in the students' survey. The paper concludes with recommendations to enhance the speaking-skills component of the course.
Outlining Interactional Competence: Conceptualisation, Teaching, and Testing with Conversation Analysis and Concept-Based Instruction1
Authors:   Uzbekistan State University of World Languages, Uralova Azamatovna Khilola
Published: June 2024

Widely recognized lately, interactional competence (IC) has been of growing research interest. However, there are still some questions and gaps in conceptualizing, operationalization, and assessment. The present article examines the evolution of the combination of concept-based instruction (CBI) elements and conversation analysis (CA) findings implemented in the teaching and testing of IC.
Developing Students’ English Oral Presentation Skills: Do Self-Confidence, Teacher Feedback, and English Proficiency Matter?
Authors:   Walailak University, Waluyo Budi , Nur Lailatu Nur Lailatur
Published: June 2024

This study examined the interplay among self-confidence, teacher feedback, and English proficiency in terms of developing students’ English oral presentation competence. The study involved learners in the fields of Sciences and Technology, and Humanities and Social Science (N=390; 75% female; 26% male). It looked at how presentation courses, which are structured to include various stages of presentation preparation as well as teacher feedback over the course of a semester (12 weeks), can help Thai EFL students improve their self-confidence and oral presenting skills. The collected data consisted of students’ presentation scores, results of an English proficiency test, and survey data concerning students’ self-confidence and teacher feedback regarding students’ presentation performances. The data analyses involved descriptive statistics, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), independent t-tests, one-way ANOVA, multiple-linear regression, and mediation analysis. The results revealed 1) two underlying factors regarding self-confidence, are situational and potential confidence and communication confidence, and one underlying factor regarding teacher feedback, named perceived teacher feedback practice and 2) English proficiency as the only significant predictor of students’ presentation performance. Although it may seem intuitive that English proficiency scores are a strong predictor, this study indicates that students’ self-confidence and instructor evaluation have no direct link to students’ English presentation performance, which was perhaps unanticipated. The small effects of self-confidence and instructor feedback are likely due to the large number of low-level students in the study. Additionally, variables such as student gender and field of study did not make significant differences. This study contributes to the development of research in the area of oral presentations in English.
Developing English Listening Skills: Can Active Learning Help?
Authors:   Nanzan University, Elmetaher Hosam
Published: June 2024

Listening is often a challenge for foreign/second language learners. Unlike other language skills, listening requires immediate understanding and processing (Vandergrift, 2004) and background knowledge of the target language culture (Vandergrift, 2007; Walker, 2014). Krashen (1985) argued that language can be acquired with comprehensible input; therefore, studies have focused on developing listening skills through both intensive and extensive listening (e.g., Chang & Read, 2006; Jones, 2008; Renandya, 2011). This paper has taken a different approach in that developing listening skills might happen through interaction where learners discuss and negotiate, and not solely through intensive input (Ellis, 1997). Accordingly, the current study examines whether active learning group discussion activities help develop lower-level students' listening comprehension skills. The study creates and implements fifteen active learning group discussion activities based on insights from Elmetaher's (2021) Active Learning Checklist for a full academic term with a group of 25 L1 Japanese students enrolled in a compulsory academic listening course in a Japanese southern university. Pre- and post-listening tests were developed, administered, and showed a significant increase of the listening scores in this group . A discussion on the effectiveness of 'group discussion' in developing listening skills with a newly introduced Four Questions (4Q) teaching strategy has been included.
Promoting Interaction in Emergency Remote Language Teaching and Learning: A Proposal of Seven Tasks to Negotiate Meaning
Authors:   Universidad de Guanajuato, Escobar-Mejí­a Verónica Andrea , Moreno-López Gustavo , Sánchez-Solí­s Moreno-López , Garcia-Ponce Edgar Emmanuell
Published: June 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic required that people make rapid changes in their lifestyles. Since the beginning of the pandemic, it was necessary for teachers and learners to adapt teaching and learning practices to a remote mode. Following this, our study seeks to contribute to the field of English as a foreign language (EFL) teaching and learning by suggesting tasks. These tasks which intend to assist EFL teachers in the promotion of interactions and particularly negotiation for meaning (NfM) in virtual classes. Seven tasks are included, six of which are adaptations of the tasks that were used in the previous studies that explored NfM. The seven tasks were modified since they were originally designed to be carried out in face-to-face interactions, but our objective is to encourage virtual NfM. To this end, we include a review of the literature that will serve as the rationale behind each task, and we also provide the details regarding their implementation in virtual classes.
Looking at the Past, Present, and Future of ELT: A Conversation with Donald Freeman
Authors:   Universidad de Guanajuato, Lengeling M. Martha , Marquez Arellano Valeria
Published: June 2024

Within the English language teaching (ELT) profession, Donald Freeman is well known for his research in teacher education, teacher knowledge, and teacher learning. He was an invited guest for the XI Seminar of Applied Linguistics at the University of Guanajuato in May 2020. This interview of Professor Freeman examines how he started out in the profession and his transition to the area of teacher education. As well, Professor Freeman discusses three phases of teacher education, his perceived gaps in ELT, the impact of COVID-19 on teachers, and lastly, he provides reflection for English teachers throughout the world.
Emotional Intelligence as a Predictor of EFL Learners’ Willingness to Communicate
Authors:   Department of English, Sanandaj Branch, Islamic Azad University, Dastgoshadeh Adel , Javanmardi Pejman
Published: June 2024

Emotional intelligence (EI) as a recent notion in psychology has rightly found its way into studies related to foreign language learning (FLL). Appreciating its significance, the present study was conducted to test EI in relation to English as a foreign language (EFL) learners' willingness to communicate (WTC). To do so, 67 EFL learners filled out the EI questionnaire and WTC in a foreign language questionnaire. Pearson product moment correlation was employed to explore the existence of any possible correlation between the two variables, and Multiple Regression analysis was used to indicate the degree of prediction of each EI component in EFL learners' WTC. The results indicated a significant correlation between the participants' EI and their WTC. Among the six components of EI, Utilization of Emotions in Problem Solving (UEPS) and Emotional Regulation of Others (ERO) proved highly capable of predicting the participants' WTC. As it is plausible to promote and heighten emotional aspects alongside social interactional aspects in classrooms on the one hand and as EI facilitates communication considerably on the other, giving special consideration and importance to EI in EFL classrooms seems to be highly effective.
Citation Practices among Iranian Applied Linguists: A Narrative Inquiry
Authors:   Imam Khomeini International University, Meihami Hussein , Esfandiari Rajab
Published: June 2024

Citation practices are considered to have a critical role in academic discourse across different disciplines. However, the citation practices of applied linguists have not been regularly investigated. Therefore, the researchers examined the factors affecting the use of citations of eleven Iranian applied linguists with differing research abilities. The researchers analyzed the narratives using Strauss and Corbin's (1998) systematic approach through MAXQDA 20. The results of narrative analyses showed similarities in factors motivating both low-ability and high-ability researchers to use citations. However, high-ability researchers seemed to exercise more options when citing sources. The conclusions reached demonstrate that the more experienced researchers are the most qualified to use citations for the purposes of construction and reconstruction of disciplinary knowledge. Implications for curriculum development are discussed.
Gambaran Pelaksanaan Surveilans Difteri Berdasarkan Komponen Sistem Di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Sidoarjo
Authors: Eva Komalasari  , Dwi Handayani  , Qudrotin
Published: June 2024

Difteri merupakan penyakit yang disebabkan oleh bakteri Corynebacteria diphtheriae. Menurut data WHO pada tahun 2022, Indonesia menempati urutan kedua di Dunia dengan jumlah kasus difteri sebanyak 540 kasus. Kondisi kasus difteri di Kabupaten Sidoarjo, pada tahun 2020 terdapat kasus difteri sebanyak 13 kasus, pada tahun 2021 mengalami penurunan menjadi 5 kasus, jumlah kematian difteri sebanyak 1 kasus dengan penyebab utama yaitu karena penyakit komorbid berupa kelainan darah, pada tahun 2022 kembali mengalami peningkatan sebanyak 10 kasus, serta 28 kasus per bulan November di tahun 2023. Penelitian ini menggambarkan pelaksanaan surveilans difteri di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Sidoarjo berdasarkan komponen sistem surveilans berupa input, proses, output. Informan dari penelitian ini terdiri dari 1 orang penanggungjawab surveilans dan 2 orang tenaga surveilans difteri. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa tenaga dan sarana surveilans sudah memadai, pengumpulan data dilakukan secara aktif dan pasif, pengolahan data SKDR berdasarkan waktu dan tempat, analisis data menggunakan analisis deskriptif di buletin, Diseminasi dilakukan dengan pembuatan buletin di setiap minggunya. Simpulan dari penelitian ini  yaitu pelakasanaan surveilans di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Sidoarjo sudah sesuai dengan pedoman dan Peraturan Menteri Kesehatan Republik Indonesia Nomor 45 Tahun 2014.
সৌরভ পত্রিকা ও প্রাগাধুনিক বাংলা সাহিত্যচর্চা
Authors: মন্ডল মিজানুর
Published: June 2024

সাময়িকপত্রের ধর্মীয়, সামাজিক বা রাজনৈতিক প্রচারের মাত্রা কখনো কখনো সামাজিক আন্দোলনের পথকেও সুপ্রশস্ত করে দিয়েছিল। সাময়িকপত্র আরও একটা ভূমিকা সেদিন পালন করেছিল সেটা হল প্রাচীন ও মধ্যযুগের বাংলা সাহিত্যের পুরনো ঐতিহ্যের যুগোপযোগী করে চলমান সময়ের সঙ্গে সঙ্গতিপূর্ণ ভাবনাকে প্রতিষ্ঠিত করার প্রচন্ড সাহস ও শক্তি। বলতে গেলে উনিশ শতকের শেষার্ধ থেকে প্রাগাধুনিক বাংলা কাব্য কবিতাগুলির আবিষ্কার এবং যথাযথ সম্পাদনা, আলোচনা পর্যালোচনা ও বিশ্লেষণে উৎসাহদান পরাধীন বাঙালির জাতীয় জীবনে অপরিহার্য ছিল নিজের দেশ ও জাতির ঐতিহ্যের অনুসন্ধানে সাময়িকপত্রিকাগুলি এই সময়ে সমাজ ইতিহাসের দলিল হিসেবে কাজ করেছে। এই যুগের প্রবণতাগুলি অনুসন্ধানে ইতিহাসের উপাদান হিসেবে, প্রাচীন ও মধ্যযুগের বাংলা সাহিত্যকে বিচার বিশ্লেষণ সম্পাদনে উৎসাহদান হিসেবে অতীত ঐতিহ্যের অনুসন্ধান হিসেবে সেদিন আপামর বাঙালি পাঠকের দরবারে হাজির করতে উল্লেখযোগ্য ভূমিকা পালন করেছিল সাময়িকপত্রিকাগুলি। সৌরভ পত্রিকা ময়মনসিংহের অনাবিষ্কৃত তথ্য, প্রাগাধুনিক বাংলা সাহিত্য সম্পর্কিত বিষয় যথাসাধ্য অনুসন্ধান করে প্রকাশ করেছিলো। প্রাগাধুনিক বাংলা সাহিত্য সাধনা সৌরভের এক প্রধান অঙ্গ ছিল।
The Folk Performing Arts Containing Four Art Forms of Assam and Its Present Status
Authors: Baruah Sudarshana
Published: June 2024

Assam is a place of different cultures and languages. Here many communities, and sub-communities’ are living together. Different cultures assimilated together in Assam. It has resulted from the long-drawn process of integrating numerous groups and communities, which can better be understood in the cultural and historical context of Assam. In the ancient period, common people expressed their feelings through simpler tunes, which are known as folk music. The Assamese people observed various calendar festivals, seasonal festivals, and limited participation festivals on different occasions. These festivals feature folk dance, music, drama, instrument playing, and other activities. The performing arts range from vocal and instrumental music, dance, theatre, mime, etc. These include numerous cultural expressions of people that reflect human creativity and are found in all cultural heritages among the people in the world.
Determining the Ebullient Phases in EFTA Stock Markets
Authors: Ullah Khan Irfan , Ahmed Mumtaz , Ahmed Shakeel , Shaukat Khan Usman
Published: June 2024

Previous empirical literature supports the idea that stock bubbles have impacts on the efficient allocation of wealth. Researchers targeted various economies in the past using various methods to explore the bubble phenomenon. This study uses the generalized SADF test, which is admitted by empirical literature to be the most successful technique, to explore stock bubbles in three countries included in the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) that have not been studied before. This paper takes the lead and tests for the existence of bubbles in the monthly end index prices of respective countries based on the latest available time series data from January 2001 to September 2019. Based on empirical results, it is concluded that the stock markets of all three countries experienced multiple bubbles during the study period. The case of Iceland is worse, where comparatively more fluctuations in stock prices are seen. To avoid the occurrence of further stock price bubbles in these countries, policy recommendations are provided as well.
Development and Validation of Scale SMPS for Assessment of Procrastination Due to Social Media Among University Students
Authors: Ijaz Khadija , Andleeb Nazish , Abbas Khadija
Published: June 2024

This article explores the impact of social media on the procrastination behaviors of university students, specifically through the development of the Social Media Procrastination Scale (SMPS). The major objective is to understand the underlying factors contributing to academic procrastination due to social media use. The scale was developed with 50 items across three factors: Time management skills, engagement in academic activities, peer and social influence expert opinions led to the removal of 19 items with poor content validity (below 0.45). The remaining items were administered to university students via Google forms shared on WhatsApp groups. Exploratory factor analysis with varimax rotation validated the scale, resulting in a KMO measure of 0.771 and a significant Bartlett’s test (p < 0.001). The scale’s reliability was confirmed with a Cronbach's alpha of 0.738. The final structure consists of three factors, providing a robust tool for assessing social media procrastination. To further validate the internal structure, Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) was performed using AMOS-21. The CFA results indicated ,the Chi-Square test and CMIN/DF suggest a decent fit, as the ratio is below 3.The baseline comparisons (NFI, RFI, IFI, TLI, CFI) indicate that the model fit could be improved since these values are lower than the typical threshold of 0.90.The RMSEA is below 0.08, which suggests an acceptable fit, but closer to 0.05 would be preferred. AIC, BIC, and CAIC values are provided for comparison with other models. Lower values are preferred, indicating a better fit. The ECVI value also indicates how well the model would perform on a new sample, with lower values being better. Overall, the model shows a reasonable fit with room for improvement, particularly in indices like IFI, NFI, and CFI, which are below the recommended thresholds. The RMSEA indicates an acceptable fit, and the CMIN/df ratio supports the model's overall appropriateness.
Análisis de la motivación escolar de los estudiantes universitarios en Guerrero, de acuerdo con la teoría de las 3 necesidades
Authors: Abarca Reyes Juan Fernando
Published: June 2024

Puede entenderse por motivación, al conjunto de procesos psíquicos que llevan a una persona a comportarse de determinada manera, o a tomar determinada decisión. En el ámbito académico, ello cobra especial importancia debido a que, gracias a la motivación, el alumno busque de manera voluntaria el desarrollo de las actividades académicas. Por ello es por lo que desde las últimas décadas se han ido desarrollando varias teorías que intentan explicar cómo es que se lleva a cabo fenómeno de la motivación. Una de dichas teorías es la llamada “teoría de las 3 motivaciones”, la cual establece que independientemente de la sociedad, cultura, educación, tradición, género y demás variables todas las personas poseen 3 motivadores básicos, los cuales son: necesidad de logro, de afiliación y de poder. Por ello y tras aplicar un instrumento de encuesta a 160 estudiantes universitarios en el Estado de Guerrero, se obtuvo como resultado, que es la necesidad de logro, la que más motiva a los estudiantes universitarios en el aprendizaje y desarrollo de las actividades académicas;  seguido por la necesidad de control.
The Effect of Assocıate Degree Students' Cognıtıve Behavıoral Physıcal Actıvıty Levels on the Enjoyment of Physıcal Actıvıtıes
Authors: Dereceli Çağatay , Dereceli Ebru , Dokuzoğlu Gökhan
Published: June 2024

This study was conducted to examine the impact of cognitive-behavioral physical activity levels on enjoyment of physical activities among associate degree students. The study involved students enrolled in the Health Services Vocational School of a state university in the Aegean region. Participants were provided with digital survey forms, and 414 survey forms were evaluated. The first section of the study consisted of a personal information form, the second section included the "Cognitive Behavioral Physical Activity Scale (CBPAS)," adapted into Turkish by Eskiler et al. (2016) from the scale developed by Schembre et al. (2015), and the third section utilized the "Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale" adapted into Turkish by Özkurt et al. (2022) from the scale developed by Mullen et al. (2011). Significant differences were found between participants' gender, income status, and place of residence variables and their cognitive-behavioral physical activity levels. Furthermore, statistically significant differences were observed in the outcome expectation dimension and total score of cognitive-behavioral physical activity based on the place of residence variable. Significant differences were also noted between the enjoyment levels of physical activity and the place of residence. Additionally, statistically significant differences were detected in all variables between regular sports participation status and cognitive-behavioral physical activity levels, as well as enjoyment levels of physical activity. In conclusion, it was determined that participants' cognitive-behavioral physical activity levels had a significant and positive effect on their enjoyment levels of physical activities.
Strategi Perlindungan Data Menggunakan Sistem Kriptografi Dalam Keamanan Informasi
Authors: Dola Ramalinda  , Jayadi  , Agung Rachmat Raharja
Published: June 2024

Keamanan informasi menjadi prioritas utama di era digital saat ini mengingat nilai pentingnya dalam melindungi data sensitif dari berbagai ancaman, seperti serangan malware, phishing, man-in-the-middle, dan brute force. Dalam menghadapi tantangan ini, kriptografi menjadi salah satu solusi utama untuk melindungi data sensitif. Artikel ini menguraikan jenis- jenis ancaman terhadap sistem informasi, teknik kriptografi yang digunakan dalam perlindungan data, serta implementasi kriptografi dalam sistem informasi. Diskusi meliputi penggunaan enkripsi simetris dan asimetris, hashing, dan tanda tangan digital sebagai langkah-langkah untuk melindungi data dari akses tidak sah dan memastikan integritasnya. Selain itu, artikel ini juga menyoroti pentingnya penilaian risiko, pemilihan algoritma kriptografi yang tepat, manajemen kunci yang aman, serta pengujian dan pemeliharaan rutin dalam implementasi kriptografi. Dengan memahami dan menerapkan teknik kriptografi secara efektif, organisasi dapat mengurangi risiko kebocoran data dan memastikan keamanan informasi yang optimal.
TINJAUAN FIKIH MUNAKAHAT TERHADAP CALON MEMPELAI PEREMPUAN YANG TINGGAL DI RUMAH CALON MEMPELAI LAKI-LAKI MENJELANG AKAD NIKAH (TRADISI KISAM DI DESA BERASANG KECAMATAN KISAM TINGGI KABUPATEN OGAN KOMERING ULU SELATAN)
Authors: Muhammad Faiz Zidan  , Muhibban  , Huslan Husada
Published: June 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji fikih islam terhadap calon pengantin perempuan yang bertempat tinggal di rumah calon pengantin laki-laki sebelum akad nikah, sesuai tradisi Kisam di Desa Berasang Kecamatan Kisam Tinggi Kabupaten Ogan Komering Ulu Selatan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi pustaka, pengumpulan data primer melalui observasi dan wawancara, dilengkapi dengan data sekunder. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa tradisi Kisam merupakan sebuah praktik budaya yang bertentangan dengan hukum islam karena dalam pelaksanaanya terdapat unsur khalwat yang dilarang dalam Islam. Dalam hukum Islam berdua-duan tanpa mahram sangatlah dilarang karena dapat meluangkan terjadinya perzinahan.
"هيئة التحقيق الخاصة في مصرف لبنان وصلاحياتها المحددة قانونا"
Authors:   باحثة في القانون العام، المعهد العالي للدكتوراه في الجامعة اللبنانية, أبو غنيم سحر أحمد
Published: June 2024

تقوم هذه الدراسة على توضيح صلاحية وهيكلية، ودور هيئة التحقيق الخاصة في ممارسة عملها التي أنشئت بقانون 318/2001 تاريخ 20/4/2001، ومن ثم التعديلات الَّتي أدلت عليها بالقانون رقم 44 الصادر في 24/11/2015. وقد كان صلب مهامها رفع السريَّة المصرفيَّة الخاصَّة عن الحسابات المشبوهة. كان هذا القانون أحد القوانين الإصلاحية التي صدرت آنذاك، وهدف بدوره هذا الأخير إلى وقف التهرُّب الضَّريبي ومكافحة تبييض الأموال، عملاً على إيجاد سبيلٍ لاسترداد الأموال المنهوبة نتيجة جرائم فساد. تتمتَّع الهيئة بصلاحياتٍ واسعة، حيث إنَّها امتثلت للمعايير الأميركية الدولية وباتت السريَّة المصرفية مكشوفة أمام وزارة الخزانة الأميركية، لكنَّ صلاحيَّاتها قيَّدت لناحية شؤون الحاكم وعزله. ومع ذلك مازال الإصلاح والشفافيَّة غائبان عن واقع ممارسة الهيئة لعملها في لبنان. الكلمات المفتاحية: السرية المصرفية، هيئة التحقيق الخاصة، تبييض الأموال، التجميد، المصادرة، الحصانة.
“Hurry up, Children, Let's Learn to Fly Together”
Authors:   School no. 12, Novoaleksandrovsk, Stavropol region, Fomenko I. A.
Published: June 2024

The author discusses her experience of searching for approaches that will form not just cognitive activity, but the unity of a teacher and a student.
Practice-oriented Training of Cadets: Investigating Petroleum Products
Authors:   Perm Military Institute of the National Guard of the Russian Federation, Trapeznikova N. N. , Armyanshin V. V. ,   Perm Military Institute of the National Guard of the Russian Federation
Published: June 2024

The article discusses the use of a chemical experiment in a laboratory lesson on the topic “Hydrocarbons” for cadets of the military institute studying chemistry and its applied aspects.
Relation of Instructional, Pedagogical and Course Content Characteristics to Student Ratings of University Instructors' Teaching Effectiveness
Authors:   , Haddad Samar
Published: June 2024

It is essential to determine if student ratings of instructors' teaching effectiveness reflect systematic bias due to instructor's gender. Students in five universities were asked to rate instructors in three factors: interpersonal characteristics, pedagogical characteristics and course content characteristics. Group differences were examined based on student gender, instructor gender, student level, and class size. Results indicated significant interactions between student gender and instructor gender in the course content characteristics but no differences were found in the interpersonal characteristics or pedagogical characteristics. Significant results were also found in the course content characteristics when the course was required. The findings were promising in the sense that they tended to eliminate gender bias in student evaluations of their instructors. The findings also suggested that administrators should not assume one gender to supply good or bad instruction, and they should not reward instructors on the basis of the instructor's gender but rather on individual course performance.
MUDANÇAS CLIMÁTICAS FRENTE À SOCIEDADE, AS INDÚTRIAS E OS SETORES ECONÔMICOS
Authors: Delanhese Bruna Cristina do Nascimento Silva , Pacobello Daniella Ribeiro , Silva Elias Carlos da , Mina Falsarella Orandi , Longo Regina Marcia , Benedicto Samuel Carvalho De
Published: June 2024

As mudanças climáticas têm sido cada vez mais discutidas e vêm ganhando notoriedade nos dias atuais devido aos impactos negativos que tais variações têm provocado em diversas vertentes, mundo a fora. Diante deste contexto, o presente artigo visa discutir sobre os impactos das mudanças climáticas frente à sociedade, as indústrias e aos setores econômicos. O tema em questão foi escolhido devido à ausência de trabalhos que abordem sobre tal assunto e tem como objetivos: discorrer sobre o desenvolvimento sustentável, a sustentabilidade e as mudanças cli máticas; identificar os impactos que as mudanças climáticas causam na sociedade e na indústria; verificar a atuação das empresas frente aos efeitos das mudanças climáticas e analisar os setores econômicos mais afetados pelas mudanças climáticas. No que diz respeito à metodologia, a pesquisa possui abordagem qualitativa, em relação a sua natureza a mesma é considerada aplicada e quanto ao objetivo é classificada como exploratória e descritiva. O estudo permitiu concluir que realmente as mudanças climáticas afetam à sociedade, as indústrias e os setores econômicos. Os setores mais impactados pelas mudanças climáticas são o agropecuário, o energético e os transportes. Dentre estes, o agropecuário é o setor econômico mais afetado pelas mudanças climáticas, sendo que o mesmo já está sendo impactado por várias consequências danosas.
COMUNICAÇÃO INTERNA E COMUNICAÇÃO ADMINISTRATIVA: O EMPREGO DE MEIOS ANALÓGICOS E DIGITAIS NO PÓS-PANDEMIA
Authors: Gollner André Petris
Published: June 2024

Em espaços internos das empresas, entre os colaboradores e por suportes de difusão da informação duas modalidades de comunicação organizacional ocorrem em paralelo: a interna e a administrativa. Complementares, garantem o fluxo de informações necessárias para que funcionem e atinjam seus objetivos estratégicos. A presente investigação teve como intuito verificar quais recursos digitais e analógicos são atualmente empregados na comunicação interna e na comunicação administrativa de empresas localizadas no eixo São Paulo-Rio de Janeiro. Por meio de entrevistas pessoais e questionário on-line a pesquisa exploratória conseguiu listar os meios de comunicação voltados ao público interno em uso no momento. Os resultados revelaram o emprego de meios digitais e analógicos simultaneamente para a interlocução com funcionários. Ademais, os profissionais entrevistados sinalizaram que aplicativos de mensagens instantâneas, correio eletrônico e intranet seriam mais eficazes para a comunicação interna. Para a comunicação administrativa listaram reuniões presenciais, e-mail e aplicativos de troca de mensagens como a melhor forma de passar orientações e informações. Percebeu-se que a tradicional comunicação impressa não caiu em completo desuso e que a comunicação interpessoal não perdeu sua relevância. Recorre-se à comunicação digital em conjunto com elas quando a audiência são os colaboradores.
JUVENTUDE, ESCOLA E TRABALHO: PERCEPÇÕES DE ALUNOS CONCLUINTES E EGRESSOS SOBRE OS OBJETIVOS DO ENSINO MÉDIO INTEGRADO AO TÉCNICO
Authors: Dos Santos Ribeiro Letícia , Da Costa Silvio Luiz , Vieira da Costa Cleusa
Published: June 2024

A escola aspira garantir a formação básica do cidadão e prepará-lo para os desafios da vida. Sendo assim, este estudo tem como objetivo refletir o olhar de alunos concluintes e egressos sobre a proposta formativa do Ensino Técnico Integrado ao Médio em uma Escola Técnica do Vale do Paraíba paulista. A proposta metodológica da pesquisa compõe-se de um levantamento bibliográfico, uma análise documental e a realização de um questionário com alunos e egressos. Os resultados destacam a contribuição para compreender os propósitos da escola para a formação básica e profissional, além de evidenciar as limitações na construção de indivíduos pluralmente capacitados.
Rutiner för elevers förståelse av bedömning vid arbetsplatsförlagt lärande
Authors: Fång Anneli
Published: June 2024

På vård- och omsorgsprogrammet inom vuxenutbildningen där jag arbetar, går eleverna varje termin ut på fyra veckors APL (arbetsplatsförlagt lärande). Idag vet eleverna att de kommer att bedömas av handledaren ute på APL, men de vet inte hur de bedöms eller inom vilka områden. Genom att skapa nya rutiner för att förbereda eleverna på den bedömning som väntar dem under APL-perioden, ville jag med detta utvecklingsarbete bidra till att öka elevers förståelse för lärande och bedömning under APL på vård- och omsorgsprogrammet. För att skapa dessa nya rutiner arbetade jag fram en lektionsgenomgång där jag med hjälp av en PowerPoint-presentation gick igenom bedömningsunderlaget med eleverna veckan innan de skulle ut på sina arbetsplatser. Vid genomgången förenklades vissa uttryck för att öka förståelsen, och det fanns tid för eleverna att ställa frågor. Utvärderingen som genomfördes efter APL-perioden med hjälp av en enkätundersökning, visade att eleverna fått en ökad förståelse för bedömningsunderlaget, och att det hjälpt dem till ett ökat lärande. Eleverna uttryckte en önskan om att detta var en rutin man skulle arbeta vidare med på skolan.
Skulptøren som rytmeanalytiker
Authors: Fyrileiv Errol , Østern Anna-Lena
Published: June 2024

En skulptør er en praktiker, og i denne studien er skulptørens praksis som prosess i fokus. Gjennom studien blir praktikeren som rytmeanalytiker også forsker på sin egen praksis. Arbeidsprosessen er knyttet til en skulptur av fotballtreneren Nils Arne Eggen. Studiens analytiske spørsmål er: Hvordan kan en skulptørs prosess med form, bevegelse, materiale, og tidrom forstås i et rytmeanalytisk perspektiv? Begrepet rytme er forstått slik filosofen Henri Lefebvre har beskrevet begrepet som verktøy i rytmeanalyse. Analysen er gjennomført ved å flette sammen utdrag av skulptørens tanketekster, samtaler, bildecollage og teoretisk-filosofisk lesning av begreper knyttet til rytme og agentisk realisme. Det er rytme i form, bevegelse og materiale, det er rytme i skulptørens kroppslige intra-aksjon med skulpturen, samt (i) den stedsspesifikke rytme og det tidrom som skapes gjennom plassering av skulpturen på en sokkel utendørs. Gjennom å lese de rytmiske aspektene i skulptørens tanketekster, og i samtale med ham gjennom begreper fra agentisk realisme, analyseres valg i arbeidsprosessen. De analytiske poengene samles i fire flettverk. Rytme som ‘meta-sense’ synliggjør performative potensial artikulert som sammenflettinger omfattende skulptørens tenkning, kroppslige affekter og energi, samt materialiteten i arbeidsprosessens tidrom. 
Forsidebilde: Ole Martin Wold/ NTB.
Prognostic and therapeutic insights into colorectal carcinoma through immunogenic cell death gene profiling
Authors: Yu Jinglu , Gong Yabin , Xu Zhenye , Chen Lei , Li Shuang , Cui Yongkang
Published: June 2024

While the significance of immunogenic cell death (ICD) in oncology is acknowledged, its specific impact on colorectal carcinoma remains underexplored. In this study, we delved into the role of ICD in colorectal carcinoma, a topic not yet comprehensively explored. A novel ICD quantification system was developed to forecast patient outcomes and the effectiveness of immunotherapy. Utilizing single-cell sequencing, we constructed an ICD score within the tumor immune microenvironment (TIME) and examined immunogenic cell death related genes (ICDRGs). Using data from TCGA and GEO, we discovered two separate molecular subcategories within 1,184 patients diagnosed with colon adenocarcinoma/rectum adenocarcinoma (COADREAD). The ICD score was established by principal component analysis (PCA), which classified patients into groups with low and high ICD scores. Further validation in three independent cohorts confirmed the model’s accuracy in predicting immunotherapy success. Patients with higher ICD scores exhibited a “hot” immune phenotype and showed increased responsiveness to immunotherapy. Key genes in the model, such as AKAP12, CALB2, CYR61, and MEIS2, were found to enhance COADREAD cell proliferation, invasion, and PD-L1 expression. These insights offered a new avenue for anti-tumor strategies by targeting ICD, marking advances in colorectal carcinoma treatment.
Revolutionizing Agriculture with Nanotechnology: Advances, Applications, and Sustainability Considerations
Authors: Sharma Sachin , Yadav Arvind Kumar , Yadav Mahabir Prasad , Verma Shashi
Published: June 2024

The integration of nanotechnology into agriculture has garnered significant interest due to its potential to revolutionize agricultural practices. This paper explores the application of nanotechnology in crop protection, nutrient delivery, soil management, and environmental sustainability. Nanopesticides and nanofertilizers represent notable advancements, offering enhanced efficacy, reduced environmental impact, and improved targeted delivery of active ingredients. Nanomaterials such as nanoparticles and nanocapsules encapsulate nutrients and agrochemicals, ensuring gradual release and optimized plant uptake. Nanosensors, based on materials like carbon nanotubes and quantum dots, enable real-time monitoring of soil health, crop growth, and environmental conditions, facilitating precision agriculture. Nanomaterials also play a role in soil remediation and pollution control by degrading pollutants and enhancing soil fertility. Additionally, nanobiotechnology offers eco-friendly solutions for pest and disease management through nanoscale delivery systems for biocontrol agents and plant vaccines. Despite the transformative potential of nanotechnology in agriculture, considerations of safety, regulatory oversight, and ethical implications are essential. Interdisciplinary collaboration and stakeholder engagement will be crucial to harness the full benefits of nanotechnology for sustainable agriculture.
Hepatitis B Knowledge, Risk Perception, Behavioral Skills, and Infection Burden among Students and Staff at Victoria University, Kampala, Uganda
Authors: Afolabi Ismail Bamidele , Aremu Abdulmujeeb Babatunde , Mborifue Joshua
Published: June 2024

Background: The global efforts concertedly endorsed towards eliminating viral hepatitis as a public health challenge necessitate the provision of adequate and pertinent information related to hepatitis B virus (HBV) infectivity, which will help in tackling the lingering chronicity of HBV infection in developing countries. This study aimed to assess the burden of HBV infection and                                 the underlying predictors of HBV infection risk among students and staff of Victoria University, Uganda.
Methods: We captured data from 164 conveniently selected participants. Surface antigen for HBV (HBsAg) was detected using rapid tests. Analysis of variance (ANOVA), regression analysis, and chi- square tests were performed to ascertain the study hypotheses at a cut-off of (p<0.05).
Results: The respondents’ mean age was 24.25 ± 25.64 years. Relatively half (56.1%) were males. Students (85.4%) were predominant. Regarding the burden of hepatitis B virus infection, HBsAg prevalence was 4.3%, observed among unmarried, first-year students, and residents of Central Uganda. Students’ year of study (χ2 = 10.323, p =<0.035) was significantly associated with HBsAg status. Furthermore, the respondents obtained mean scores of 3.45±4.10, 3.71±4.44, and 10.90±11.80 for knowledge, risk perception, and behavioral skills, respectively. Similarly, inadequate HBV-specific knowledge (F = 13.85, p<0.001), low risk perception (F = 13.22, p<0.001), and bad behavioral skills (F = 64.05, p<0.001) all predicted the risk of HBV infection.
Conclusion: The findings affirm the lingering high endemicity of HBV infection in Uganda and imply an immediate need for targeted university-based hepatitis-B-related education and relevant vaccination policies such as mass vaccination in academic institutions to prevent HBV infection effectively in Uganda.
Transforming Fruit Crop Development: Advances in Transgenic Methods
Authors: Gautam Dharmendra Kumar , Prakash Om , Srivastava A. K. , Singh Subhash Chandra , Gangwar Vaishali , Kumar Siddharth
Published: June 2024

India is second in the world after China in production fruits around the world and these crops play one important role in human diet because they provide Vitamins, minerals, diet fiber and phytochemicals. Flower cultivation in India is considered one of the products for which the demand is constantly increasing, and the export potential of these crops is very high in the global market, but there are problems in the gardening process due to pathogens, pests and weeds, and it requires a large amount of plant protection products per hectare. Genetically modified/GM), Crops enable breeders to bring favorable genes, often already inaccessible, already in elite farming, improving their value significantly and providing unique opportunities to control insects and other pathogens. This novel "molecular farming" provides a very large Possibility, but stringent rules will be required and Control mechanisms to avoid new, potentially serious risks to human health, although possible contamination of food supply. The seed-ambed technology has the potential to reduce pesticide use by increasing plants' resistance to insects.    Food security improves by reducing pesticides remain. In addition, Herbicide-Toller Transgenic Crop can help reduce the plow in the fields, so that Save fuel trust for the use of less tractor, whatever it is It reduces the soil structure by reducing its Eater. Transgenic horticulture crops could make important contributions to sustainable horticulture production.