bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Unemat e a pedagogia decolonial:
Authors: Bitencourt Loriége Pessoa
Published: August 2023

Neste artigo, recorte de uma pesquisa de pós-doutoramento, tem-se o objetivo de identificar as ações de ensino de graduação de modalidade diferenciada, desenvolvidas pela Universidade do Estado de Mato Grosso (UNEMAT) ao longo de sua trajetória histórica de fortalecimento enquanto uma das Instituições de Educação Superior (IES) pública de Mato Grosso, o que permitiu a inclusão dos povos marginalizados e verificar as peculiaridades que aproxima essas instituições do Pensamento Decolonial. A pesquisa, de cunho bibliográfico e documental, funda-se na literatura dos principais aportes teóricos sobre a Educação Superior, Pedagogia Universitária e a Pedagogia Decolonial.
Compreendendo a decolonialidade no âmbito de Paulo Freire
Authors: Martins Racquel Valério
Published: August 2023

Este artigo foi elaborado a partir de uma apresentação para a 40ª. Reuniao da ANPED, em conjunto com o Programa de Pós-graduação em Educação da UECE e logo na mesma linha foi feita uma exposição no II Congreso Iberoamericano Educación, Sociedad y Cultura da Universidade de Manizales na Colombia e outra durante uma reunião do Grupo de Pesquisa de Estudos Decoloniais – GPED da Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul - UFMS. Todos eles foram trabalhos, nos quais buscamos compreender a decolonialidade, com a tentativa de relacionar esta experiência transformadora reafirmando a importância do pensamento freireano para a educação, a partir de um diálogo envolvendo as idéias de Mota Neto (2015) e Catherine Walsh (2017). Para tanto, a partir de uma revisão bibliográfica e interpretativa, explicamos o que seria a decolonialidade, retomamos alguns pontos de convergência entre a obra de Paulo Freire “Pedagogia do Oprimido” (1968) y a perspectiva decolonial, pois a referida obra de Freire converge com algumas das principais matrizes críticas de pensamento latinoamericano das últimas décadas. Não é demasiado insistir nessa temática muitas vezes mais… porque os momentos políticos são, cada vez mais complexos e embora as mudanças propostas nos discursos se distanciam do neoliberalismo, acabam por fortalecer o neoextrativismo e a criminalização dos protestos por exemplo. No entanto, apesar de toda ameaça, não cessam os movimentos indígenas e  afrodescendentes como verdadeiras lutas de decolonização, das quais temos muito a aprender, desaprender, reaprender para então atuar.
A pesquisa-ação como agente transformador na área da educação
Authors: Silva Carla Camargo Cassol da , Mentges Manuir José
Published: August 2023

O artigo traz a perspectiva da pesquisa-ação como mecanismo de transformação na área da educação, uma vez que prevê a solução de problemas reais, assegurando como resultado uma nova realidade. O estudo apresenta uma breve fundamentação teórica sobre a metodologia, seguida pela referência a duas teses de doutorado que têm a pesquisa-ação como a metodologia aplicada. Além dos resultados e do impacto incremental das pesquisas apresentadas, o artigo compara e analisa as contribuições que a pesquisa-ação pode proporcionar para o processo de aprendizagem dos participantes e do pesquisador, bem como para a transformação e o desenvolvimento da área da educação.
Uma trajetória de compromisso consigo, com os outros e com a sociedade
Authors: Mentges Manuir José , Nez Egeslaine de
Published: August 2023

Entrevista realizada com o Prof. Dr. Manuir José Mentges (PUCRS). Entrevistadora: Profa. Dra. Egeslaine de Nez (UFRGS).
Dança como recurso para a participação de alunos com deficiência na rotina escolar
Authors: Proscêncio Patrícia Alzira , Deliberato Débora
Published: August 2023

Esse artigo tem como objetivo apresentar a dança como linguagem artística com potencialidade para ser desenvolvida em contextos escolares inclusivos. O estudo associa a pesquisa bibliográfica à de campo, desenvolvida como pesquisa colaborativa. Teve como participantes: a pesquisadora, a professora regente, a estudante bolsista, uma turma de primeiro ano do Ensino Fundamental com aluna com deficiência. Foi realizada em escola da rede municipal de ensino de Sinop- MT. A partir do referencial teórico propõe a dança criativa como possibilidade para desenvolvimento de práticas na escola atendendo às orientações de documentos norteadores da educação.
Literatura negra produzida em Mato Grosso e a educação literária:
Authors: Precioso Adriana Lins , Faria Helenice Joviano Roque de
Published: August 2023

O presente texto busca apresentar produções de mulheres negras no estado de Mato Grosso, especificamente obras de Neusa Baptista Pinto, Luciene Carvalho e Helenice Faria, entre outras, como possibilidade de desenvolver trabalhos de educação literária e reverter o triste ranking que o estado de Mato Grosso/MT assume de primeiro lugar de racismo no país. Adotamos a metodologia de pesquisa bibliográfica e acreditamos que, via Literatura, é possível criar consciência e empatia, além de contemplar a obrigatoriedade da lei 10639/03 que promove a inclusão da História, Arte e Cultura afro-brasileira nos currículos das escolas brasileiras.
Afetividade na educação infantil:
Authors: Souza Isabella Ribeiro
Published: August 2023

O artigo refere-se a uma discussão sobre a interferência que a afetividade possibilita na aprendizagem das crianças na educação infantil, abordando ações educacionais que promovam a afetividade no ambiente escolar. Os autores utilizados para suporte e fundamentação teóricas da pesquisa foram Lev Semionovitch Vygotsky, Josivaldo Constantino dos Santos e Cláudio J. P. Saltini. A metodologia originou-se de uma abordagem qualitativa mediante questionários semiestruturados, neles o objeto de pesquisa foram professores atuantes na educação infantil em instituições públicas e privadas. A pesquisa evidenciou a necessidade de uma abordagem afetiva no cotidiano escolar como potencialização do bem-estar e aprendizagem das crianças.
A importância da leitura e da contação de história no desenvolvimento da criança:
Authors: Costa Marcilene Nascimento
Published: August 2023

Este artigo apresenta a contribuição, na percepção do professor da Educação Infantil, e a importância da leitura e contação de história para o desenvolvimento da criança e como é incorporada na prática pedagógica. A pesquisa teve como aporte teórico as autoras Fanny Abramovich e Mônica S. Corrêa. Realizou-se pesquisa qualitativa e de campo com entrevistas gravadas com duas professoras da Educação Infantil, no município de Sinop, MT, no ano de 2022. Conclui-se que quanto mais cedo a criança tiver o contato com a literatura, mais interesse ela terá.
Ação da música na sala de aula no processo ensino-aprendizagem
Authors: Santos Mikaelly da Silveira
Published: August 2023

Este artigo tem a finalidade de discutir o uso da música no processo de interação e socialização das crianças na educação infantil, analisando e descrevendo como os professores trabalham a música na sala de aula. Para isso, o referencial teórico utilizado foi baseado nos autores Zabalza (1998), Brito (2003) e Kramer (1984). Na metodologia, foram realizadas observações na Escola Municipal de Sinop-MT, e uma entrevista com uma professora. Conclui-se que a música é uma ferramenta pedagógica que faz parte da educação infantil, fazendo com que seu uso seja indispensável, uma vez que pode ser usada como influência no processo de interação e socialização das crianças.
Expediente e apresentação da edição
Authors: Dias Chiara Maria Seidel Luciano , Brugnera Elisângela Dias , Siebiger Ralf Hermes
Published: August 2023

Expediente e apresentação da edição - v. 14, n. 2, jun./jul. 2023
Educação inclusiva:
Authors: Schlünzen Elisa Tomoe Moriya
Published: August 2023

Neste Ensaio, temos a honra de contar com um texto abordando o tema “EDUCAÇÃO INCLUSIVA: fundamentos e experiência em diálogo”, de autoria da Profa. Dra. Elisa Tomoe Moriya Schlünzen, Livre Docente em “Formação de Professores para uma Escola Digital e Inclusiva” pela Universidade Estadual Paulista (Unesp) e líder do Grupo de Pesquisa Ambientes Potencializadores para a Inclusão (API), a qual apresenta uma reflexão sobre sua trajetória de vida em torno do objetivo de contribuir com a qualidade dos processos de ensino e de aprendizagem de Matemática, com foco na utilização de tecnologias assistivas para a inclusão escolar.
MINI REVIEW: PENGEMBANGAN BIOSENSOR KOLORIMETRI BERBASIS AGREGASI NANOPARTIKEL EMAS
Authors: Verdiani Hana , Syafira Dinda , Nugrahapraja Husna
Published: August 2023

Gold nanoparticle (AuNP) is a material commonly used in colorimetric detection for biological sensors due to its low production cost, simplicity, and ease use. AuNP is known to generate different colors depending on the particle aggregation level. In the last two decades, changes in AuNP aggregation status have become the basis for developing a sensor to detect analytes in the sample. The solution color changes could be observed without sophisticated equipment, allowing ,more straightforward interpretation of the detection result. This review focuses on developing AuNP aggregation-based colorimetric tests for detecting various biological analytes. It discusses multiple mechanisms, strategies, functionalization, the latest research, and perspectives of AuNP use in colorimetric detection, which could be considered for future biosensor development. The concept of colloidal gold nanoparticle aggregation and stabilization is emphasized in this review. 
INVENTARISASI SPESIES MANGROVE DI KAWASAN PESISIR DESA JENILU KABUPATEN BELU NUSA TENGGARA TIMUR
Authors: Bria Emilia Juliyanti
Published: August 2023

Mangroves are important ecosystems in coastal areas that have a major influence on the survival of the biota in them. This study aims to inventory the existence of mangrove species in the coastal area of Jenilu Village, Kakuluk Mesak District, Belu Regency, East Nusa Tenggara. The method used is the observation method. Data obtained by means of inventory and identification of mangrove species. The results showed that there were 2 mangrove species from the Rhizophoraceae Family, Order Malpighiales, namely Rhizophora apiculata Blum and Rhizophora mucronata Poir. These two species are distinguished based on the characters on their morphological characteristics. The data from this research can become the basic data for species development and subsequent conservation efforts.
Bullying dalam Perspektif Hukum Islam : Telaah Penalaran Bayani dan Maqasid Syariah
Authors: Syam Syafruddin , Mayasari Seva
Published: August 2023

Bullying is an aggressive act that is carried out repeatedly due to an imbalance of power and intentionally to hurt others either physically or mentally. In positive law, even though the word bullying is not regulated, law enforcers can draw from other forms of bullying in imposing sanctions. Islam as a religion that is rahmatan lil'alamin has sources of Islamic law, namely the Qur'an and Hadith, which in this case are sources in establishing law. So the authors are interested in exploring further the views of Islamic law regarding bullying with bayani and maqasid Sharia studies. This research is library research and normatively this type of legal research is also called doctrinal legal research. The results of this study indicate that bullying is classified as a criminal act or in Islamic law is known as jarimah and can be given punishment (Uqubat). Basically bullying with the meaning of making fun of, mocking, humiliating and humiliating as Bayani examines in Surah Al Hujarat verse 11, Uqubat ta'zir can be given, the amount of which is determined by the authorities or judges because there is no detailed regulation regarding the amount of punishment given to actions that are included in the ta'zir jarimah. The purpose of the ban on bullying in the study of Islamic maqasid includes hifz din, hifz nafs, hifz aql, hifz nasl and hifz mall. So that in life the relationship between the people and Allah SWT, and the people and the people can be well established in accordance with the demands of the Shari'ah for the benefit of the world and the hereafter.
IMAM PEREMPUAN DALAM TIMBANGAN HADIS
Authors: Ardiansyah Ardiansyah
Published: August 2023

Pelaksanaan shalat berjamaah telah dilaksanakan sejak zaman nabi Muhammad saw. Sejak itu pula imam shalat berjamaah dipimpim oleh seorang imam lelaki dengan ketentuan syarat sah untuk menjadi imam. Terdapat polemik tentang adanya pandangan tentang kedudukan Imam perempuan jika bersamaan dengan makmum lak-laki berawal dari apa yang dilakukan oleh seorang Profesor wanita di Amerika yang menjadi imam bagi jamaah laki-laki. Artikel ini mengkaji tentang imam perempuan dalam perspektif hadis Rasulullah saw dan menyimpulkan bahwa pelaksanaan shalat jamaah yang dilakukan imam perempuan tidak syah jika terdapat makmum laki-laki yang dewasa.
ALAT PERAGA EDUKATIF DIGITAL SISWA DI MTS UNTUK VISUALISASI MATA PELAJARAN IPA
Authors: Amalia Tasya Gusti , Dijaya Rohman , Eviyanti Ade
Published: August 2023

MTS darul huda is one of the tsanawia madrasah schools that are in jabon county. Like the madrasah tsanawia in general, the learning system at the madrasah tsanawia darul huda still USES the age-old method of using book study medium or images-picture 2d. This makes students saturated with learning especially like natural science subjects that require a realistic picture. According to current curriculum, referring to the 2013 revision of curriculum, the 2017 revision of the 2017 revision of the human body's anatomy materials are taught in eighth grade level, with the theme for human digestive materials that study the structure and function of human digestive systems. The expansion of the applications in augmented reality technology implementation methods in augmented reality as a augmented reality visual tool incorporating a multimedia development life cycle consisting of six stages: concept, design, material collection, manufacture, testing, The distribution of the marker or marker is a picture used to create 3d objects in a augmented reality system to generate a augmented reality app based on the overall result that the end result of the research, which is a digital educational display app for science at MTS darul huda and augmented reality reality can be run on the android device for Alt.
Spiritualitas rekonsiliasi dalam budaya Ma'tarampak di Toraja
Authors: Agustinus Agustinus , Sulle Yosef
Published: August 2023

Each region has its own culture or customs. Even though several places have the same term or name for a particular custom, especially those related torites or worship, it still has its own uniqueness from each place where the rite is held. So here the author wants to examine a Ma’tarampak activity carried out by the people in Toraja in connection with John Calvin’s view of sanctification. The author will use the Contextual Theology approach with Bevan’s syntesis model approach. Ma’tarampak in the understanding of Christians in Toraja has a new meaning in the context of preparing for the implementation of the Tongkonan house thanksgiving service, namely as a preparation for lifting the thanksgiving service. Preparation here is used as an opportunity to build reconciliation with the entire family. Besides that the Ma’tarampak activities are also used as an opportunity  to improve relations with God so that it is appropriate to hold a thanksgiving service for the completion of the Tongkonan house being built. This awareness shows that a believer realizes that in himself and in his life sin still exists. Therefore, everyone always needs grace from God to be justified before God. Abstrak:Setiap daerah memiliki kebudayaan atau adat istiadat tersendiri. Sekalipun di beberapa tempat memiliki istilah atau nama yang sama dari suatu kebiasaan tertentu, terutama yang berkaitan dengan ritus atau penyembahan, namun tetap memiliki keunikan tersendiri dari setiap tempat di mana ritus itu diadakan. Sehingga di sini penulis hendak mengkaji suatu kegiatan Ma’tarampak yang dilaksanakan oleh Masyarakat Toraja sehubungan dengan pandangan Yohanes Calvin mengenai pengudusan. Penulis akan menggunakan pendekatan Teologi Kontekstual dengan pendekatan model sintesis dari Bevans. Ma’tarampak dalam pemahaman orang Kristen di Toraja telah memiliki suatu pemaknaan baru dalam rangka persiapan pelaksanaan ibadah syukur rumah Tongkonan, yakni sebagai suatu persiapan mengangkat ibadah syukur. Persiapan di sini dijadikan kesempatan untuk membangun rekonsiliasi dengan segenap rumpun keluarga. Selain itu, kegiatan Ma’tarampak juga dijadikan kesempatan untuk memperbaiki hubungan dengan Tuhan agar dilayakkan untuk mengadakan ibadah syukur atas selesainya rumah Tongkonan didirikan. Kesadaran ini menunjukkan bahwa orang percaya menyadari dosa masih saja ada karena itu semua orang senantiasa membutuhkan anugerah dari Allah untuk dibenarkan di hadapan Allah.
PENGEMBANGAN MOODLE E-LEARNING (ELITA) BERBASIS MULTIMEDIA PADA MATA KULIAH PENDIDIKAN KEWARGANEGARAAN DI UNIVERSITAS TIDAR
Authors: Widiyanto, M.Pd Delfiyan , Istiqomah Annisa
Published: August 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendapatkan model e-learning berbasis multimedia pada mata kuliah Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan di Universitas Tidar yang terstruktur dan sistematis Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan mata kuliah yang wajib ditempuh bagi mahasiswa program sarjana dan diploma. Penyeleanggaraan Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan berdasarkan pada peraturan peraturan Undang-Undang. Pada pasal 2  UU No 20 tahun 2003 Tentang Sistem Pendidikan Nasional dan Peraturan Rektor Universitas Tidar No. 15/UN57/HK.01/2019 Tentang Pedoman Akademik Universitas Tidar. Kelemahan pelaksanaan pembelajaran mata kuliah Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan, yaitu 1) penggunaan fitur e-learning (EITA) terbatas dan kurang bervariasi (2) aktivitas e-learning rendah, (3) pembuatan e-learning belum sistematis dan terstruktur. Penelitian ini berupaya mengembangakan moodle e-learning berbasis multimedia pada mata kuliah Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan. Adanya pengembangan moodle e-learning berbasis multimedia dapat meningkatkan aktivitas di e-learning, sarana perkuliahan yang mudah digunakan dan dapat mendukung pembelajaran Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan secara efektif. Hasil penelitian dengan adanya model pengembangan moodle ELITA Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan memerpundah mahasiswa untuk memahami materi dan Dosen memiliki pedoman penyusuan ELITA mata kuliah Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan.
Análise das fakes news sobre Covid-19 no site do Grupo Globo Fato ou Fake
Authors: Dias Martins Robson , Pecoraro Rossano , De Oliveira Simões Kátia
Published: August 2023

A disseminação de informações falsas atrapalhou no combate ao Covid-19 no Brasil. A questão da desinformação sobre Covid-19 no Brasil está relacionada com descrédito e a incredibilidade nas informações divulgadas pelo Estado, pelas Instituições, pelos meios de comunicação que serviam como canais “oficiais” de divulgação de dados sobre a epidemia, bem como pelas informações falsas propagadas nas mídias sociais e nos aplicativos de troca de mensagens instantâneas. Nesse sentido o estudo busca realizar um analise de como a desinformação sobre covid-19 afetou o combate à epidemia no Brasil.
Solid-state lighting with minimal violet and blue content
Authors: Kirk Alexander P
Published: August 2023

Solid-state lighting prototypes — based on commercially available light-emitting diodes (LEDs) combined with commercially available yttrium aluminum garnet (YAG) and nitridosilicate (NS) phosphor blends — have been developed with minimal emission in the violet-blue spectrum via two different designs. In one design, green-yellow emitting YAG and orange-red emitting NS phosphors are blended in a transparent silicone matrix so that violet-blue pump light from the LED is attenuated and only the green to red light from the excited phosphor blend is externally emitted. In the other design, using a violet-blue LED combined with a less attenuating YAG-NS phosphor blend, a commercially available 500 nm cut-on wavelength dichroic longpass filter internally reflects the violet-blue pump light from the LED while transmitting the green to red light from the excited phosphor blend. In both cases, the phosphor blend is located remotely from the LED by placing it inside a thin-walled aluminum tube segment. The motivation for this work is to reduce scattering and light pollution from commercial LED lighting.
More identified so less envious? On the links between different types of national identity and in-group envy
Authors: Maciantowicz Oliwia , Marchlewska Marta , Rogoza Marta , Molenda Zuzanna , Rogoza Radosław , Klusek Dominika
Published: August 2023

We investigate relations between benign and malicious in-group envy and the two typesof national identity (i.e., secure national identification vs. national narcissism). In two studies (Ns = 1000 and 633), we found that secure national identification was negatively linked to maliciousenvy, while national narcissism was positively related to both malicious and benign envy. InStudy 2, we additionally analyzed how in-group envy and two types of national identity shape in?group altruism. We found that low malicious envy significantly mediated the relationshipbetween secure identification and in-group altruism. We discuss the role of envy in shaping thelinks between secure (vs. narcissistic) identity and positive intragroup attitudes.
Income Inequality in India: An Empirical Analysis of Changing Paradigms
Authors: Naveen  , Verma N. M. P.
Published: August 2023

In this paper we have analysed economic inequality in India more specifically expressed in terms of income inequality in an empirical and historical frame. The period to which the analysis belongs is predominantly consists of the two phases, first the colonial period and second the post-independent era. The analysis for post independent India is presented in two phases, the planned economy period from 1950 to 1990 and the post reform economic policy regime from 1991 to 2020. We have presented in most precise and in brief the estimates of some of the most notable quantitative enquiries through empirical trends and patterns. We have also presented broad interpretations concerning the predominance of institutional and technical factors that govern and prolong the status of economic affluence in a society in congruence to specifically distinct historical phases signifying the primacy of these factors in determining the scope of production and exchange in the economy. The inferences drawn on the basis of the estimates of income distribution available at our disposal reflect high income inequality during much of the colonial period. Amidst the limitations, concerning the availability and the robustness of data, we find that self-determination in form of political freedom has the potential to generate and maintain conditions for greater economic equality which we observe during planned economic development in India. However this potential is limited by state of technology and optimized by institutional development concerning public goods within the broad purview of modern welfare state.
Evaluating the Strength of Evidence on the Effectiveness of Accommodative Support Lens on Computer Vision Syndrome
Authors: Egharevba Henry Omoregie
Published: August 2023

Computer vision syndrome is a disease that has emerged with the advent of the computer and digital age. It is most associated with long-hour users of digital screen devices. Its symptoms are ocular and extraocular and may include blur or double vision, and other visual discomforts such as redness, irritation, dry eye, watery eye, headache, neck and shoulder pains, back aches and tendonitis. Several studies have reported a prevalence rate of between 10-90%. Depending on a number of factors, different treatment approaches have been adopted by physicians for primary and secondary care. These approaches include optimization of ergonomics, progressive addition of lenses, use of nutritional supplements, and artificial tears. The validity of the efficacy of these approaches has continued to generate debates among public health stakeholders due to limited evidence. This article discusses the strength of evidence of the use of accommodative support lenses in alleviating the symptoms of computer vision syndrome, with a special focus on the work of Seguí-Crespo et al., 2022.
Analysis of Transition Odds and Inequalities in the Brazilian Labor Market Before and During Covid-19
Authors: de Lima Fabiano Roberto Santos
Published: August 2023

The aim of this work is to identify the chances of individuals moving to the state of unemployment in the Brazilian labor market with the application of a logit model, analyzing two moments: before the Covid-19 pandemic crisis and during the Covid-19 crisis. Evidence indicates that there was an increase in the probabilities of unemployment among pardos in relation to white and black groups. The chances of male groups being unemployed during and, therefore, after the crisis were lower than in previous periods. Black women had a more fragile situation in which they saw the threat of transition to unemployment increase by about 40% compared to the period before the health crisis
Hadits Mukhtalif Dan Metode Penyelesaiannya
Authors: Fitriyani Dina
Published: August 2023

Ilmu Mukhtalif Hadis mengkaji hadis-hadis yang pada awalnya bertentangan, kemudian menghilangkan pertentangan tersebut untuk mendapatkan kesimpulan yang bersifat kompromistis. Kemudian hadis-hadis yang sulit dipahami atau dijelaskan, kemudiankesulitan tersebut dihilangkan dan sifat pemahamannyadijelaskan kembali
The Usage of Mindsponge Theory for Explaining the Health Behaviour of Diabetic Foot Ulcer Prevention in Diabetic Chinese
Authors: SARI NI PUTU WULAN PURNAMA
Published: August 2023

Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a global pandemic. Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is the main cause of infection and amputation in diabetic individuals which is one of the most difficult DM complications to treat [1]. DFU is considered one of the leading causes of disability and death in DM individuals and a major public health problem imposing a significant socio-economic burden [2]. Compared to southern China, the DM statistic showed that the diabetic Chinese living in northern China had more severe local DFU, worse prognosis, and longer DM duration [3]. By doing an adequate preventive measure, DFU may be prevented, but it requires sufficient knowledge and a positive attitude to support the DFU preventive action. Jia et al. [4] investigated 1,080 rural adults with DM in North China regarding their health behaviour toward DFU prevention. Health behaviour domains are knowledge, attitude, and practice or action. Findings showed that most respondents had sufficient knowledge and a positive attitude but had poor DFU prevention practices. Those who were females and had longer DM duration reported better practice of DFU prevention, while those with better knowledge had a more positive attitude toward DFU prevention. Problems found in the parameter of foot examination (routine) and medical treatment of foot problems. Findings will be beneficial for developing future promotional resources for those in need and lowering the incidence of DFU among diabetic adults in North China.
Psychometric evaluation and misophonic experience in a Portuguese-speaking sample
Authors: Hayes Chloe , Gregory Jane , Aziz Rahima , CEREJEIRA JOAQUIM MANUEL SOARES , Cruz Marina , Simões José Augusto Rodrigues , Vitoratou Silia
Published: August 2023

Misophonia, a disorder characterised by an extreme sensitivity to certain sounds, is increasingly being studied in cross-cultural settings. The S-Five scale is a multidimensional psychometric tool initially developed to measure the severity of misophonia in English-speaking populations. The scale has been validated in several languages, and the present study aimed to validate the European Portuguese S-Five scale in a Portuguese-speaking sample. The scale was translated into Portuguese using a forward-backwards translation method. The psychometric properties of the S-Five scale were evaluated in a sample of 491 Portuguese-speaking adults. Exploratory factor analysis, supported by confirmatory factor analysis, revealed a five-factor structure consistent with previous versions of the S-Five scale. The five factors were: (1) internalising appraisals, (2) externalising appraisals, (3) perceived threat and avoidance behaviour, (4) outbursts, and (5) impact on functioning. The satisfactory psychometric properties of the S-Five scale further indicated its cross-cultural stability. As a psychometrically robust tool, the S-Five can measure misophonia in Portuguese-speaking populations, allowing future studies to explore and compare misophonia in this population.
Putting the spotlight back onto the flanker task in autism: autistic adults show increased interference from foils compared with non-autistic adults.
Authors: Poole Daniel , Grange James A. , Milne Elizabeth
Published: August 2023

Autistic people may have a less focused spotlight of spatial selective attention than non-autistic people, meaning that non-target stimuli are less effectively suppressed. Previous studies using the flanker task have supported this suggestion with observations of increased congruency effects in autistic participants. However, findings across studies have been mixed, mainly based on research in children and on response time measures, which may be influenced by differences in response strategy between autistic and non-autistic people rather than differences in selective attention. In this pre-registered study, 153 autistic and 147 non-autistic adults completed an online flanker task. The aims of this study were to test whether increased congruency effects replicate in autistic adults and to extend previous work by fitting a computational model of spatial selective attention on the flanker task to the data. Congruency effects were increased in the autistic group. The modelling revealed that the interference time from the foils was increased in the autistic group. This suggests that the activation of the foils was increased, meaning suppression was less effective for autistic participants. There were also differences in non-interference parameters between the groups. The estimate of response caution was increased in the autistic group and the estimate of perceptual efficiency was decreased. Together these findings suggest suppression, response strategy and perceptual processing all contribute to differences in performance on the flanker task between autistic and non-autistic people.
Geovisualization of Temporal Change in Urban Racial Geography: A Step Towards Explaining Persistent Segregation
Authors: Stepinski Tomasz , Dmowska Anna
Published: August 2023

To better understand the persistence of residential racial segregation in U.S. cities, it is essential to develop testable spatially-explicit models of racial dynamics. However, the original census data is not formatted in a way that facilitates the testing of such models. In this study, we propose a novel geoprocessing pipeline that transforms census data into image-like geovisualization of urban segregation. The process consists of converting original data to a grid format, transforming subpopulation shares in each grid cell into a CMYK color, and multiyear clustering of CMYK values followed by classification and smoothing of images. When applied to data from multiple censuses, our methodology generates a time series of snapshots that depict the spatio-temporal dynamics of racial change. As a demonstration, we have utilized our methodology to generate racial images for a period spanning from 1990 to 2020 in eight major cities. Detailed results are shown for Chicago and Atlanta. By visually examining these time series, we have identified patterns that challenge the conventional Schelling model of racial change. Instead, our findings point towards a model that incorporates the interplay of preferential growth and diffusion as significant factors shaping the complex dynamics of racial composition in these urban areas.
Challenges and Difficulties Faced by ESP Teachers in Teaching during COVID-19 Pandemic in Iraq
Authors: Khazaal Edhah Numan
Published: August 2023

E-teaching quickly became an essential way for educational institutions and universities during the global COVID-19 pandemic, as teaching during the breakdown has brought education to a new level. The present study aimed to investigate the challenges and difficulties faced ESP teachers in online teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic in Iraq and also clarify the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on changing the methods of teaching. The study is important to show the role of online teaching and the teachers’ barriers to online teaching. The study aims to answer the following question: Are there any challenges and difficulties faced the ESP teachers in e-teaching during the covid-19 pandemic? And what are the factors that cause these challenges and difficulties? The study is limited to ESP teachers at Al-Nahrain /College of political sciences during the academic year 2022-2023. The participants of this research are ESP teachers, who have been teaching English for specific purposes for years. Twenty ESP teachers were chosen randomly for this study. An online questionnaire and interview were designed by using Google Forms for this purpose. The data analyzed qualitatively. The results showed that there are many problems facing the ESP teachers in online teaching. These problems may be solved by acquiring training, technical skills, and the development of information and technology. The conclusion showed there are numerous challenges and difficulties face Iraqi teachers in teaching on-line.
PowerAR: A Tool for Improving ESL Year Six Pupils’ Reading Comprehension
Authors: Sulaiman Nur Ainil , Shaid Nor Azwahanum Nor , Sulaiman Nur Ainil
Published: August 2023

There is a growing concern about the level of reading skills in the English language, specifically among primary school pupils in Malaysia. The integration of technology in language learning had proven to facilitate the reading process and indirectly enhance reading comprehension. This study intends to investigate the integration of technology, specifically, Augmented Reality (AR) combine with PowerPoint (i.e., PowerAR) as a learning tool to improve reading comprehension among primary school pupils. A total of 17 primary Year six pupils participated in this study. An intervention was designed to focus on reading lessons that used PowerAR as a learning tool to facilitate reading comprehension among pupils. According to the data analysis of the pre-test and post-test, the PowerAR intervention has somewhat improved the pupils’ reading comprehension skills. The results also showed that the participants had reaped many technological benefits, but some of them needed more assistance and collaborative learning to be implemented in reading classrooms. Theories that emphasised active learning, constructivism, and self-directed learning were key elements of the PowerAR intervention. Reading comprehension improves when students make sense of the reading material by connecting it to prior knowledge and building connections to it. PowerAR demonstrates the versatility of using technology in the language classroom that amplifies language learning. The findings provide insights to teachers, academics, and other interested parties with information on how to employ technology, particularly augmented reality (AR), to enhance reading comprehension and other language skills.
Cognitive, Social, and Teaching Presences among Postgraduate Students on the Mobile Instant Messaging Platform
Authors: Majid Siti Norzaimalina Abd , Salam Abdul Rahim
Published: August 2023

This study examines the portrayal of cognitive, social, and teaching presence among postgraduate students using mobile instant messaging in a fully online learning environment. Understanding the portrayal of these presences can help researchers to gain insights into the specific dynamics of these presences and develop strategies to optimize the learning experience among postgraduate students. However, a lack of evidence on how cognitive, social, and teaching presence is portrayed in this platform makes it difficult to identify possible gaps where postgraduates may need more assistance. This study conducted a qualitative content analysis of 2074 messages from four groups on WhatsApp’s mobile instant messaging application. From the research, 68% of the messages demonstrated social presence, 25% teaching presence, and 7% indicated cognitive presence. The cognitive presence on WhatsApp was the least demonstrated, as students preferred rich mediums like video conferencing to engage in discussions that require higher-order thinking skills. Future research can consider analyzing how students show presences using multiple mediums and explore how cognitive, social, and teaching presences are dynamically interplayed in different mediums using a qualitative approach.
Online Learning is a City without Police: Influence of Proficiency on Libyan EFL Learners’ Perceptions
Authors: Imani Aliakbar , Elasfar Mohammed Abulqasem Mohammed
Published: August 2023

With the spread of COVID-19 and the replacement of face-to-face classes with emergency online learning, many studies have investigated English as a Foreign Language learners’ perceptions regarding their experiences of emergency online learning. However, the influence of EFL learners’ proficiency levels on their perceptions is still a neglected area. Conducting in-depth interviews with a group of Libyan EFL learners (n=18) by employing the Zaltman Metaphor Elicitation Technique, this study investigated their metaphorical perceptions regarding emergency online learning across the three proficiency levels of Basic, Independent, and Proficient Users according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Considering the large number of EFL learners around the world and the felt literature gap, this study investigated the relationship between EFL learners’ proficiency levels and perceptions. The three main features of online learning reflected in the participants’ metaphors were (i) lack of the teacher’s physical presence, (ii) lack of peers’ physical presence and (iii) lack of nonverbal communication cues. Furthermore, this study reveals a significant relationship between the learners’ language proficiency levels and perceptions. For instance, Basic Users perceived the lack of a teacher’s presence by metaphors of ‘unsafety’ and ‘fear’, while Independent and Proficient Users respectively perceived it by metaphors of ‘freedom’ and ‘power’. Accordingly, the learners reported different class behaviors and learning strategies in response to these features.
ESL Learners’ Qualitative Perspective on Learner-to-Instructor Interaction in Blended Environment
Authors: Ramalingam Sangeeth , Yunus Melor Md , Hashim Harwati
Published: August 2023

English language proficiency exceptionally verbal communication is essential in achieving Sustainable Development Goal four, which is a good quality higher education. Nevertheless, past literature reported a lack of verbal communication among the graduates of English as a second language. Due to the emphasis on technology integration in Malaysian Education Blueprint 2015-2025, blended learning has been widely implemented in most tertiary institutions. However, learners complain they face challenges during verbal communication learning, particularly in learner-to-instructor interaction in a blended environment. Therefore, this study explores the learners’ opinions regarding learner-to-instructor interaction for verbal communication learning in a blended environment. The result of this research is substantial to English language instructors, curriculum designers, and English language learners as the input provides the information to understand the phenomenon in-depth and suggestions to improve verbal communication problems in learner-to-instructor interaction in the blended learning environment. The research question this study intends to answer is “What are the informants’ opinions on learner-to-instructor interaction for verbal communication learning in a blended environment?”.This study employed qualitative research inquiry, particularly phenomenological design, and the data was collected through semi-structured interviews, written accounts, and a focus group discussion. The data was then analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed two significant themes related to the phenomenon: the roles of the instructor and the issues in the learner-to-instructor interaction as well as six sub-themes. Future studies might consider including English language instructors to obtain different perspectives.
Online Teaching Materials for Vocabulary Learning: Assessing Its Effects Among ESL Primary Students
Authors: Tahir Mohd Haniff Mohd , Albakri Intan Safinas Mohd Ariff , Mokhtar Mazlin Mohamed , Khalid Puteri Zarina Megat
Published: August 2023

Recently, online vocabulary learning aids have been integrated into the curriculum to accommodate the new standards. This study investigates the effects of using online teaching materials for vocabulary development on ESL students in Perak’s primary level. The perspectives of students regarding the use of these instruments are also investigated. The results of the pre- and post-tests will be analysed using independent sample t-tests, paired sample t-tests, and descriptive statistics due to the quasi-experimental design of this study. In addition, the results and improvement percentages are compared. The mean ratings and standard deviation of the questionnaires are examined descriptively. The qualitative data from the semi-structured interview session is summarised, classified, and coded using content analysis. The experimental group’s paired sample t-test results were (t=-57.643, df=29, p.05) and (t=-16.389, df=29, p.05) for the control group. On the post-test, both the experimental and control groups demonstrated significant improvement (p=.000*). Nonetheless, the experimental group improved more than the control group (M difference = 21.47). To assist students in learning the proper vocabulary, online instructional aids are utilised. Additional research on the effectiveness of ESL primary students use of online instructional materials for language acquisition.
Station Rotation with Gamification Approach to Increase Students’ Engagement in Learning English Online
Authors: Xiangze Zhao , Abdullah Zaleha
Published: August 2023

Students in non-native English-speaking countries like China showed low engagement in English learning. To foster student engagement, educators have adopted different teaching strategies like Blended learning to improve the effectiveness of English classrooms. The station rotation model in the blended classroom has the potential to enhance students’ engagement. However, there is still a need to make learning more exciting to retain engagement, especially when the classes are conducted entirely online in a pandemic. The study aims to identify the effectiveness of the Station Rotation and a Gamification approach to improve students’ engagement in online learning English. Two research questions are involved in the study. 1) What features of the Station Rotation and a Gamification approach can be integrated into LMS to improve students’ engagement in English vocabulary learning? 2) What effect do the station rotation and gamification approach have on students’ engagement in English learning, including cognitive, emotional, and behavioural engagement? The methodology chosen is qualitative research with data triangulation using observation, self-report and interview. The findings revealed significant effects on improving students’ learning engagement in three dimensions, enhancing students’ interests, boosting motivation, and fostering engagement. The findings offered several implications and recommendations for further research and contributed to the literature by sharing practical ways to incorporate the Station Rotation and a Gamification approach.
Agrarian Estates, Labor Coercion, and Rural Ideology
Authors: Dasanaike Noah
Published: August 2023

Rurality is oft considered concomitant with right-wing traditionalism, but what conditions might produce an ideologically left countryside? More foundationally, how can we explain not only the global tendency towards rural conservatism yet the occasional incidence of a left-wing countryside? In this article I argue that agriculturally engaged, labor-coercive estates heavily influence the ideological topography of rural society through the sorting of both land and labor. Local areas with such estates are beholden to two separate processes following enfranchisement and industrialization: if the landless labor emigrates to cities, an ideologically right countryside is likely. However, if the landless labor remains, either an ideologically left or -right countryside is expected to occur depending on the existence of historical labor coercion-derived behavioral motivations and institutional-structural conditions. Where these mechanisms exist, a left-wing rurality emerges, and where they don’t, right-wing ideology prevails. I present empirical evidence from France in support of this argument.
The institutional consequences of emergency politics at the national and European levels
Authors: Lord Christopher , Fossum John Erik , Väisänen Arto
Published: August 2023

A distinctive institutional configuration of multi-level emergency governance emerged in response to the pandemic. Member State democracies provided many of the coercive powers needed to deal with the immediate exigencies of a health emergency. The European Union developed novel and important coordinating roles in dealing with collective action problems. This paper proposes a framework for evaluating that institutional configuration. It assumes that legitimacy is the absence of domination and that, in emergencies, the main risks of domination come from executives. Here democracies – and groups of democracies – need to walk a tightrope. Individuals or whole democracies can be dominated either by the absence of executive powers able to solve the collective action problems that constitute emergencies or by executives that act with insufficient parliamentary, judicial or electoral oversight; or offend rights; or create externalities that produce democracy-on-democracy forms domination. We discuss how those risks are likely to vary across the levels of European emergency governance.