bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
IMPLICATIONS OF THEORY OF PARTICIPATION FOR UNDERSTANDING THE CHALLENGES AND PROCESSES ASSOCIATED WITH DECARBONIZING THE UK BY 2050
Authors: Gloria Opoku Darkoh  , Nicholas Laweh  , Edmund A. Dasori  , Maxwell L Abilla  , Ngozi Orji  , Samuel Junior Amfo
Published: January 2025

Climate change remains one of the most urgent global challenges, with severe consequences including droughts, extreme weather events, and displacement. The transition to a low-carbon economy is widely recognized as essential for mitigating these effects. This paper explores the United Kingdom’s pathway toward decarbonization, emphasizing the importance of public participation through democratic innovations like mini publics. The theory of participation involves engaging the public in policy formation and environmental decision-making. By examining mini publics such as citizens' assemblies, this study highlights their role in enhancing public engagement and fostering acceptance of climate policies. The benefits of mini public include diverse viewpoints, improved cooperation between experts and citizens, and greater adherence to regulations. However, limitations exist, including challenges in achieving true representativeness, potential manipulation of expert testimonies, and the risk of recommendations being ignored by policymakers. Balancing the strengths and weaknesses of participatory approaches is vital to driving effective and inclusive decarbonization efforts in the UK.
KEYWORDS: Decarbonization, Mini Public, Theory of Participation, Public Participation, Climate Policies.
Azərbaycanda idmanın inkişaf tarixi
Authors:   AEM (Azerbaijan Science Center), Əlixanov Valeh , Talıbova Lalə ,   AEM (Azerbaijan Science Center), Baxşəliyeva Arzu ,   AEM (Azerbaijan Science Center)
Published: January 2025

İdman hər bir ölkənin ictimai həyatının önəmli bir hissəsidir. Bəzi ölkələrdə bu, prioritet sayılır, Azərbaycandakı kimi, amma mən hesab edirəm ki, biz düzgün yoldayıq. Çünki sağlam həyat tərzinin təbliğ edilməsi hər bir ölkə üçün önəmli olmalıdır. Bunu həm idmançılarımızın qələbələri göstərir, həm də ölkəmizdə keçirilmiş müxtəlif beynəlxalq yarışlar Azərbaycanı bir daha idman ölkəsi kimi təsdiqləyir. Bütövlükdə son illərdə aparılan siyasət bu gün öz gözəl nəticələrini verməkdədir. Azad edilmiş ərazilərdə keçən il bir neçə beynəlxalq idman yarışı keçirilmişdir. Bunun çox böyük tarixi əhəmiyyəti var çünki azad edilmiş ərazilər indi canlanır, həyat qayıdır, insanlar qayıdır. Bildiyiniz kimi, tarixi Zəfərimizdən dərhal sonra azad edilmiş torpaqlarda genişmiqyaslı quruculuq-bərpa işlərinə başlamışıq və o bölgələrdə beynəlxalq idman yarışlarının keçirilməsinin çox böyük rəmzi mənası var. Şuşada beynəlxalq şahmat yarışı, Suqovuşanda, Suqovuşan gölündə beynəlxalq avarçəkmə yarışı keçirilmişdir. Zəngilanın Ağalı kəndinin ətrafında triatlon üzrə yarış keçirilmişdir. Mən bunu çox yüksək qiymətləndirirəm və bu il də bu işlər davam etdirilməlidir. Onu da bildirməliyəm ki, azad edilmiş şəhərlərin hər birində idman qurğularının yaradılması nəzərdə tutulur.
Classification of Speech Sounds in English
Authors:   AEM (Azerbaijan Science Center), Azizli Banovhsa
Published: January 2025

The classification of speech sounds is a fundamental aspect of phonetics, the branch of linguistics that deals with the physical properties of speech. This study explores the systematic categorization of speech sounds into consonants, vowels, and suprasegmentals based on their articulatory, acoustic, and perceptual characteristics. Speech sounds are classified according to distinctive features such as place of articulation, manner of articulation, and voicing for consonants, and height, backness, and roundness for vowels. Additionally, the analysis incorporates suprasegmental features like pitch, stress, and intonation, which play a crucial role in conveying meaning and emotion. The classification framework emphasizes both theoretical models and practical applications in areas such as speech recognition, language acquisition, clinical phonetics, and linguistic typology. By examining the various approaches to sound categorization, this paper highlights the complexities involved in distinguishing between phonemes and non-phonemic variations, offering a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms underlying speech production, perception, and variation across languages. The study also addresses the challenges posed by dialectal variation, coarticulation effects, and sound change, thus providing insight into the dynamic and evolving nature of speech sound classification.
Improving anesthesia resident wellness: a facilitated peer discussion group evaluated with a pre-/post-intervention survey
Authors: West Nicholas , Taylor James D , Luo Jessica , Newlove Theresa , Brown Zoë
Published: January 2025

Background: Many residents report a second victim response following near-miss events during their pediatric anesthesia rotation with consequences for their mental and physical wellbeing. This study investigated the impact of a Better Resident Wellness (BREW) initiative at our tertiary pediatric centre.
Methods: We invited anesthesia residents to complete a survey at the start of their pediatric rotation. Questions included the Second Victim Experience and Support Tool (SVEST). During their rotation, residents attended weekly BREW rounds, a one-hour peer discussion facilitated by a psychologist. They provided feedback in a follow-up survey, including repeat SVEST.
Results: 33/48 (69%) invited residents completed pre- and post-surveys Oct/2021-Feb/2023: all had attended one or more BREW rounds; 32/33 (97%) considered BREW helpful, safe, and would recommend to future residents; perceived benefits included improved morale (30/33, 91%) and clinical care (23/33, 70%). SVEST indicated a second victim response for 17/32 (53%) at the start and 7/32 (22%) at the end of their rotation (odds ratio 0.25, 95% CI 0.07 to 0.82, p = 0.019), with reduced professional self-efficacy concerns (median difference -0.25, 95%CI -0.50 to 0, p = 0.029).
Conclusion: BREW offers anesthesia residents a desirable and beneficial support resource. Other residency programs should consider integrating facilitated peer discussion into their curriculum.
ANALYSIS OF THE ECONOMIC THEORY OF THE FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT OF THE INTERNET
Authors:   North Caucasian State Academy, Shardanovna Saida K. , Nanaeva Indira Sh. ,   Chechen State University named after A. A. Kadyrov, Ilmieva Zamira B. ,   Grozny State Petroleum Technical University named after Academician M. D. Millionshchikov
Published: January 2025

From the point of view of economic theory, the widespread use of the Internet in business has also contributed to the rapid development of Internet finance and has become an important way to develop the financial industry. In recent years, due to the constant development of Internet finance, various financial services such as online payments, online insurance, online loans, etc. have gradually begun to develop. The development of this type of financial services not only compensates for the shortcomings of traditional financial services, but also contributes to the development of the entire financial industry to a certain extent. An analysis of the basic competitiveness of Internet finance from an economic point of view will help to promote the integration of modern Internet finance and traditional finance, thereby contributing to the better development of Internet finance.
THE ROLE OF GRANT SUPPORT FUNDS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF HIGHLY QUALIFIED SCIENTIFIC PERSONNEL
Authors:   Kuban State Agrarian University named after I. T. Trubilin, Krasnodar, Russia, Mironchuk Vadim A. , Zolkin Alexander L. ,   Povolzhskiy State University of Telecommunications and Informatics (PGUTY), Samara, Russia, Polozhentseva Irina V. ,   K. G. Razumovsky Moscow State University of Technologies and Management (the First Cossack University), Moscow, Russia, Kaberova Asiya R. ,   Moscow Technical University of Communications and Informatics, Moscow, Russia
Published: January 2025

The purpose of the study is to analyze the impact of grant mechanisms on the formation and development of scientific personnel in the Russian Federation. The authors applied a systematic approach to the study, including content analysis of scientific literature, statistical analysis of data on the dynamics of grant support for the period 2015-2023, as well as the study of cases of such grant programs as grants from the President of the Russian Federation, the Russian National Fund and the Russian Foundation for Basic Research. The approach made it possible to assess the quantitative and qualitative aspects of the impact of the grant system on the scientific community. The main results of the study show that the grant support system contributes to the growth of the number of ongoing scientific projects, the integration of young scientists into the research environment and the strengthening of scientific potential. However, problems have been identified related to the uneven distribution of resources, the complexity of application procedures and the lack of transparency of selection mechanisms. The peculiarity of the work is to consider the role of grants as a financial and strategic tool that contributes to the sustainable development of science.
Public relations in the marketing communications system
Authors:   North-Ossetian State University named after K. L. Khetagurov, Vladikavkaz, Russia, Belikova Sofia A. , Adeeva Roxalana S. ,   North-Ossetian State University named after K. L. Khetagurov, Vladikavkaz, Russia
Published: January 2025

As the modern world is increasingly surrounded by advertising, the growing attention of various spheres to public relations in recent years is not accidental. It is determined by a number of objective factors: variability, growing dynamism, and the ambiguity of the business environment have led organizations to establish and maintain stable information links with partners and consumers. Two-way information links are necessary for monitoring and forecasting. PR is a means of strategic management of the behavior of both external and internal spheres, while powerful informational influence acts as a tool. Law, politics, business, architecture, engineering and thousands more possible profiles will not do without a successful PR department. Managing your information field becomes a necessity for any organization operating in society.
Políticas públicas: pensar y planificar el futuro
Authors: Castellanos Gudiel Jorge Giovanni
Published: January 2025

Objetivo: describir el origen de las políticas públicas, tanto conceptual como de su evolución y desarrollo y, examinar la importancia que las políticas públicas han adquirido en la gestión gubernamental, a partir de que el sistema democrático ha sido el inspirador de las relaciones sociales modernas; por lo menos en el mundo occidental y, de una manera muy sui generis, en Guatemala. Método: se realizó una revisión bibliográfica, descriptiva. Para la localización de los documentos se utilizaron varias fuentes documentales. Se llevó a cabo una búsqueda utilizando los descriptores: política pública, planificación, gestión pública. Se seleccionaron aquellos documentos que incluían los términos de búsqueda. Resultados…. Conclusiones
Persepsi ibu bapa terhadap kaedah bermain dalam pembelajaran matematik awal kanak-kanak di rumah
Authors: Mohd Alim Maisarah , Zaini Syaza Hazwani
Published: January 2025

Kajian lepas telah membuktikan bahawa pendekatan yang digunakan oleh ibu bapa dalam membantu pembelajaran matematik awal kanak-kanak di rumah tidak lagi berkesan seperti kaedah buku dan lembaran kerja serta menyebabkan kanak-kanak sukar untuk mempunyai kefahaman konsep yang baik serta pengaplikasian dalam kehidupan seharian. Lantaran itu, kajian ini perlu dijalankan untuk mengkaji persepsi ibu bapa terhadap kaedah bermain di rumah dalam pembelajaran matematik awal kanak-kanak. Objektif kajian ini adalah untuk; (i) mengukur tahap kepercayaan ibu bapa terhadap kaedah bermain dalam pembelajaran matematik awal di rumah; (ii) mengenal pasti kekangan ibu bapa dalam mengendalikan kaedah bermain dalam pembelajaran matematik awal di rumah; serta (iii) mengukur penglibatan ibu bapa terhadap kaedah bermain dalam pembelajaran matematik awal di rumah. Reka bentuk bagi kajian ini adalah kajian kuantitatif jenis tinjauan dengan menggunakan instrumen soal selidik yang diedarkan kepada ibu bapa serta penganalisisan data menggunakan SPSS versi 26 untuk memperolehi dapatan kajian ini dan dianalisis secara deskriptif. Sampel kajian ini telah dijalankan bersama ibu bapa seramai 68 orang dari empat buah pusat tadika dan taska yang terletak di kawasan Durian Tunggal, Melaka. Secara keseluruhannya, dapatan kajian menunjukkan ibu bapa sememangnya mempunyai kepercayaan yang tinggi terhadap kaedah bermain dalam pembelajaran matematik awal dengan skor min 4.20. Selanjutnya, skor min 2.76 membuktikan bahawa ibu bapa juga tidak mempunyai kekangan yang signifikan dalam mengendalikan aktiviti bermain dalam pembelajaran matematik awal di rumah. Namun, tahap penglibatan ibu bapa tidak begitu memberangsangkan dalam mengendalikan aktiviti bermain matematik di rumah bersama anak mereka dengan skor min sebanyak 3.66. Kesimpulannya, ibu bapa pada zaman sekarang sudah peka dan mengambil berat tentang trend mendidik anak mengikut kesesuaian dan sistem pendidikan terkini. Malahan, ibu bapa memadangkan aktiviti bermain dalam pembelajaran sebagai satu pendekatan yang mampu membina potensi dalam perkembangan kanak-kanak. Kajian ini menyarankan agar penglibatan ibu bapa dalam aktiviti bermain terhadap pembelajaran matematik awal kanak-kanak di rumah perlu ditingkatkan termasuklah juga campur tangan daripada guru, penggubal dasar dan pihak bertangungjawab yang terlibat dalam bidang awal kanak-kanak perlu berganding bahu untuk meningkatkan lagi kualiti dan kemenjadian kanak-kanak dalam pembelajaran matematik di peringkat prasekolah.
The Use of Interactive Games in Children’s Teching and Learning Processes: An Innovation
Authors: Zulfikri Aqila Zahirah , Masnan Abdul Halim
Published: January 2025

Modernity and technological advancement today requires teachers to be better prepared and equip themselves with the knowledge and skills to use technology as well as provide the latest innovations during the teaching and learning process of children. 21st century learning and skills are highly emphasized to cultivate critical, creative and even problem solving skills fro, an early age. The approach of using interactive games is a method of learning through play that can provide different, unique and interesting experiences to children and teachers. This approach is also seen to have the potential to be one of the methods that are popular among teachers to achieve a learning objective. Therefore, this article will discuss the concept of interactive games, the advantages of interactive games and the application of interactive games in the teaching and learning process in Malaysia.
Mastering English Language Vocabulary in Early Childhood Education with G-ALPHA: WORD CARD
Authors: Abdul Rahim Rozana , Abdul Hamid Hamidah
Published: January 2025

This study aims to improve the skills of pronuncing and identifying the meaning of words in English among pupils using G-ALPHA: Word Card. This pilot study with qualitative approach involved five pupils aged between six and eight years old. Three preschoolers and two pupils from primary school in Seberang Perai had participated in this study. A week of observation was conducted with these pupils through two phases of activities. The first phase consist of four levels of game, with first level namely Pilih dan Sebut, was to pronounce the alphabet phonetically from a flash card picked randomly. The second level, Gabung dan Bina, required the pupils to combine the single alphabet card picked at first level with a card of two or three letters to form a simple word. Sebut dengan Betul was the third level of the phase which required pupils to pronounce the word formed with correct pronounciation, followed by level four with Padan, Semak dan Sebut. An Oral Review was conducted in the second phase of the game to reinforce the understanding of words through correct pronounciation based on the picture cards given to the pupils. Findings of the study showed that mastering skills of pronouncing and identifying words correctly have been improved when pupils were given the opportunity to make three attempts in the game using G-ALPHA: Word Card. As a conclusion, even though there were erroneous made by the pupils in pronouncing and identifying words in this game, it is proven that learning through play can improve the english language vocabulary among pupils. For future studies, the researcher plans to improve by introducing theme-based vocabulary. The usage of G-ALPHA: Word Card has the potential to be modified and used in teaching and learning other languages such as Arabic, Chinese, and Tamil either at preschool or primary level.
Tahap pengetahuan, sikap dan amalan kebersihan diri dalam kalangan kanak-kanak prasekolah mengikut perspektif ibu bapa
Authors: Mohd Moktar Fathen Aishah , Osman Zaharah
Published: January 2025

Kajian ini dilaksanakan untuk meninjau pengetahuan, sikap dan amalan kebersihan diri dalam kalangan kanak-kanak prasekolah mengikut perspektif ibu bapa. Reka bentuk kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif iaitu kaedah kajian tinjauan. Sampel kajian dipilih secara rawak mudah, iaitu seramai 333 orang yang terdiri daripada ibu bapa kanak-kanak prasekolah di lima buah sekolah di daerah Klang. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah borang soal selidik yang mempunyai kesahan dan kebolehpercayaan yang baik. Data dianalisa dan dihuraikan berdasarkan kekerapan dan peratus. Hasil dapatan kajian menunjukkan tahap pengetahuan dan amalan kebersihan diri ialah tahap bagus, manakala sikap terhadap kebersihan diri ialah tahap sederhana. Secara keseluruhannya, kajian ini memberi pengetahuan dan kesedaran kepada ibu bapa dan penjaga dalam amalan kebersihan diri supaya kanak-kanak terhindar daripada penyakit dan kanak-kanak lebih sihat dan bersih.
Indikator sokongan pembelajaran dalam reka bentuk flipped classroom bagi murid bermasalah pembelajaran berdasarkan kesepakatan pakar
Authors: Ibrahim Rohaizat , Mohd Yasin Mohd Hanafi , Ibrahim Roziah , Abdullah Noraini
Published: January 2025

Kini, pendekatan pengajaran dan pembelajaran secara dalam talian semakin diperkukuhkan. Namun, tahap aksesibiliti Murid Bermasalah Pembelajaran (MBP) untuk mendapatkan maklumat pembelajaran melalui Flipped Classroom masih lagi terhad. Maka, kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui tentang indikator sokongan pembelajaran serta item utama yang diperlukan dalam reka bentuk Flipped Classroom bagi MBP berdasarkan kesepakatan pakar. Secara khusus, kajian yang dijalankan ini menggunakan kaedah kuantitatif dengan teknik Fuzzy Delphi. Seramai 11 orang pakar dalam bidang pendidikan khas serta reka bentuk dan teknologi terlibat dalam kajian ini. Dapatan menunjukkan sebanyak 11 item dalam indikator sokongan pembelajaran telah dipersetujui oleh pakar dan peratus kesepakatan adalah melebihi 75%. Dari segi keutamaan, item “Audio yang jelas.” memperoleh kedudukan tertinggi dengan nilai 0.897, manakala “Penggunaan ayat secara berstruktur.” memperoleh nilai terendah iaitu 0.767. Ini menunjukkan penggunaan audio yang jelas dapat menggantikan mesej berbentuk ayat kepada MBP. Penemuan ini dapat dijadikan panduan kepada guru dalam reka bentuk bahan pengajaran menggunakan Flipped Classroom serta memudahkan aksesibiliti murid MBP semasa menggunakan Flipped Classroom.
Keberkesanan alat inovasi 2C (Clip & Count) dalam aktiviti operasi tambah terhadap kanak-kanak tadika
Authors: Marhaban Indah Miftahusolihah , Masnan Abdul Halim
Published: January 2025

Kajian ini bertujuan melihat keberkesanan alat inovasi 2C (Clip & Count) dalam aktiviti operasi tambah terhadap kanak-kanak berusia 6 tahun. Kajian ini dijalankan terhadap kanak-kanak tadika yang mempunyai tahap penguasaan yang lemah dalam kemahiran operasi tambah. Persampelan rawak bertujuan dipilih untuk memilih empat orang kanak-kanak berusia 6 tahun yang bersesuaian dengan kajian di salah sebuah tadika swasta di daerah Sabak Bernam. Kajian ini berbentuk kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Kajian ini menggunakan kaedah kuasi eksperimen. Pengumpulan data kajian telah dilakukan melalui ujian saringan, ujian pra dan pos, pemerhatian serta temu bual. Hasil kajian menunjukkan penggunaan alat inovasi 2C (Clip & Count) dalam kemahiran operasi tambah lingkungan nombor 1 hingga 15 terhadap kanak-kanak berusia 6 tahun adalah berkesan. Berdasarkan dapatan, kajian ini diharapkan dapat membantu guru prasekolah menggunakan inovasi dalam pendidikan bagi topik pendidikan awal matematik dengan berkesan.
Early childhood teachers’ perspectives on the effectiveness of teaching vocabulary through nursery rhymes
Authors: Long Gordon Lim Jun , Che Mustafa Mazlina
Published: January 2025

The aim of this study was to measure the perspectives of early childhood teachers on the effectiveness of teaching vocabulary through music. The samples of the study were 30 early childhood teachers in Sarawak. Quantitative approach was used and the design of the study was an online survey. An instrument was developed which focuses on the investigating early childhood teachers’ perspectives on the effectiveness of teaching vocabulary through music. The findings highlighted that the teachers emphasised the teaching of vocabulary in English language learning should be fun and engaging for the young English language learners. The implication of the study suggests that teachers must be professionally-trained to use nursery rhymes and songs in teaching vocabulary in early childhood classroom.
Pengajaran dan pemudahcaraan dalam talian semasa perintah kawalan pergerakan
Authors: Hairia’an Nur Hazirah , Dzainudin Masayu
Published: January 2025

Sepanjang pandemik Covid-19, Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP) memberi kesan kepada pusat pendidik awal kanak-kanak. Pada tempoh PKP kaedah pengajaran dan pembelajaran secara dalam talian telah dilaksanakan bagi memastikan kanak-kanak dapat mengikuti dan melakukan aktiviti PdP mereka semasa di rumah. Pendidik juga menggunakan beberapa aplikasi dalam talian sebagai kaedah PdP bagi menggantikan kaedah PdP secara bersemuka. Tujuan kajian ini adalah untuk mengkaji tahap penggunaan aplikasi dalam talian yang digunakan oleh pendidik awal kanak-kanak sebagai kaedah PdP dalam tempoh PKP. Reka bentuk kajian tinjaun dilakukan yang melibatkan 74 responden yang terdiri daripada pendidik awal kanak-kanak di sekitar negeri Johor. Borang soal selidik digunakan sebagai instrumen kajian bagi mengkaji dan mengukur tahap penggnaan aplikasi dalam talian oleh responden. Data yang diperolehi dianalisis secara deskriptif statistik menggunakan perisian Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) versi 23 untuk mendapatkan taburan kekerapan, peratusan dan min. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa tahap penggunaan aplikasi dalam talian oleh pendidik awal kanak-kanak berada pada tahap yang memuaskan, terutamanya dalam menggunakan aplikasi WhatsApp sebagai kaedah penyampaian PdP yang efektif dalam tempoh pelaksanaan PKP.
Peranan ibu bapa dalam membantu perkembangan sosial kanak-kanak melalui aktiviti bermain semasa perintah kawalan pergerakan
Authors: Jaafar Nor Fatinah , Zain Azizah , Eshak Zarina
Published: January 2025

Kajian ini bertujuan mengenal pasti peranan ibu bapa dalam membantu perkembangan sosial kanak-kanak melalui aktiviti bermain sepanjang Perintah Kawalan Pergerakan (PKP). Kemahiran sosial boleh dipertingkatkan melalui aktiviti bermain. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif melalui kaedah tinjauan. Sampel kajian seramai 123 orang terdiri daripada ibu bapa yang mempunyai anak yang berumur 6 tahun. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam kajian ini ialah soal selidik yang mempunyai tiga bahagian bagi menjawab setiap objektif. Data dianalisis untuk melihat kekerapan dan peratusan. Dapatan kajian untuk melihat pelaksanaan aktiviti bermain oleh ibu bapa di rumah menunjukkan 60 peratus ibu bapa sangat setuju memberi peluang kepada anak-anak bermain bersama dengan adik beradik yang lain semasa PKP. Dapatan untuk mengenal pasti peranan ibu bapa dalam membantu kemahiran sosial kanak-kanak semasa bermain di rumah sepanjang PKP menunjukkan 59 peratus ibu bapa bersetuju anak mereka dapat berkomunikasi dengan baik dengan adik beradik yang lain. Dapatan untuk mengenal pasti cabaran ibu bapa dalam menyediakan aktiviti bermain sepanjang PKP menunjukkan keseluruhan ibu bapa tidak menghadapi sebarang cabaran yang sukar dalam menyediakan aktiviti bermain. Kesimpulannya, kajian ini menunjukkan ibu bapa memainkan peranan penting dalam membantu perkembangan sosial kanak-kanak melalui bermain semasa PKP. Implikasi kajian ini ialah bermain adalah penting dalam meningkatkan kemahiran sosial kanak-kanak dan ibu bapa perlu menyediakan aktiviti bermain semasa kanak-kanak di rumah.
Pemberdayaan Remaja Perempuan Gap Year Melalui Pelatihan Membuat Buket Bunga Sebagai Alternatif Peluang Usaha Kreatif Di Desa Bayumundu, Kecamatan Kaduhejo, Kabupaten Pandeglang
Authors: Nurazkia Nadlira , Siregar Herlina , Fauzi Ahmad
Published: January 2025

Banyak remaja gap year khususnya perempuan di Desa Bayumundu, Kecamatan Kaduhejo, Pandeglang yang membutuhkan kegiatan produktif untuk mengisi kekosongan di masa jeda tahun. Dalam situasi seperti ini, pelatihan membuat buket bunga adalah solusi alternatif yang kreatif dan berpotensi menguntungkan. Pelatihan ini tidak hanya memberikan keterampilan praktis kepada remaja, tetapi juga membuka kemungkinan bagi mereka untuk mengeksplorasi dan mengembangkan usaha kreatif. Pelaksanaan pelatihan dilakukan dengan tiga tahap, yaitu tahap persiapan, tahap pelaksanaan, dan tahap evaluasi. Peserta pelatihan cukup antusias untuk mengikuti kegiatan pengabdian dari awal sampai dengan selesai.
Pengembangan Potensi Pariwisata Melalui Pengembangan Fasilitas Di Sekitar Pantai Seraya
Authors: Situmorang Raftonado , Sari Oryza Lhara , Khala Christianto Credidi Septino , Hijriah Hijriah
Published: January 2025

Pantai Seraya merupakan salah satu destinasi wisata pantai yang berada di Kelurahan Sepinggan Raya, Kecamatan Balikpapan Selatan, Kota Balikpapan. Berdasarkan hasil wawancara dengan pihak RT dan masyarakat setempat, terdapat beberapa isu permasalahan yang terdapat pada destinasi wisata Pantai Seraya. Isu permasalahan yang ada yaitu, terdapat banyaknya jalan masuk ke kawasan Pantai Seraya dan tidak terdapat adanya petunjuk arah menuju pantai, sehingga dapat membingungkan beberapa pengunjung yang baru mengunjungi Pantai Seraya dan kurangnya fasilitas penunjang bagi para pengunjung serta masih kurangnya kesadaran masyarakat terkait kebersihan pantai. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan dengan pengembangan fasilitas yang ada. Metode yang dilakukan dalam kegiatan ini adalah dengan observasi, wawancara, dan survei. Observasi dan wawancara dilakukan untuk melihat permasalahan yang terjadi, sedangkan survei dilakukan untuk mengukur apakah kegiatan yang dilakukan memberikan dampak atau pengaruh terhadap pengembangan wisata Pantai Seraya. Hasilnya adalah membuat penunjuk jalan menuju kawasan pantai pada beberapa simpangan. Untuk permasalahan fasilitas penunjang dan kebersihan, dilakukan pembuatan tempat sampah, sosialisasi terkait permasalahan sampah dan cara pengolahan sampah yang baik di sekitar pesisir pantai, pembuatan kursi dan papan informasi, serta peta infografis Pantai Seraya. Sarana prasarana pendukung sekitar Pantai Seraya semakin meningkat dan diharapkan menambah kunjungan wisatawan dan kesadaran masyarakat di Pantai Seraya.
A Historical and Philosophical Perspective of Social Support Systems
Authors: Duuki Richard , Edaku Charkes , Ongodia Simon Peter
Published: January 2025

This manuscript offers a comprehensive analysis of the philosophical and historical dimensions of social support systems, aiming to establish a foundational body of knowledge to guide future research in this domain. By examining various philosophical traditions, the study delves into the evolution of social support concepts, encompassing Greek social philosophy, Roman social philosophy, early Christian thought, and the philosophy of Ubuntu. The manuscript elucidates how these diverse perspectives have shaped contemporary understandings of social support, highlighting both the continuities and transformations over time. Through this historical and philosophical exploration, the paper seeks to provide a robust framework for analyzing and enhancing modern social support systems, ultimately contributing to more informed and effective support structures in contemporary society
Effectiveness of Non-Invasive Sensor-Based Tools for Blood Glucose Detection
Authors: Anggit Jiwantoro Yudha , Dian Ayu Anggraeni Ni Putu , Nurhidayah Ninik , Wijayanti I Gusti Ayu Sri Puja Warnis , Cembun Cembun
Published: January 2025

Background: Monitoring blood glucose levels is one of the main pillars of diabetes management to prevent complications and reduce the risk of morbidity and mortality. Today's blood glucose monitoring is a non-invasive method that offers speed, accuracy, and painless convenience. Referring to this need, this study aims to demonstrate the effectiveness of non-invasive sensor-based detection devices in checking blood glucose levels in order to provide a more comfortable and efficient alternative for diabetes patients.
Methods: This study developed a non-invasive glucometer using the latest and smaller version of Arduino Uno and tested it on 20 samples, consisting of 10 diabetes mellitus patients and 10 with normal blood glucose. The test was carried out by comparing the measurement results from the non-invasive device and the standard GCU Easy Touch 3-in-1 device to determine the accuracy of the device. The tool-testing method uses sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy.
Results: This non-invasive measuring tool is more effective when used to measure patients with diabetes mellitus. This device shows an error rate of 9.21%, a sensitivity of 80%, and a specificity of 50%. Meanwhile, the overall measurement accuracy, calculated at 83.3%, reinforces the tool's effectiveness in providing reliable results.
Conclusion: This device has the potential to be a convenient and painless method of blood glucose monitoring for diabetic patients. However, further development is needed to improve the development of machine learning-based algorithms to process sensor data so that tools can identify unique patterns from each individual and provide more accurate results.
¿Tiene usted cita previa?
Authors: Beltrán Castellanos José Miguel
Published: January 2025

La pandemia sanitaria causada por el virus Covid-19 instauró un sistema de cita previa obligatoria que se mantiene actualmente en numerosas Administraciones Públicas para diversos y frecuentes trámites. Esta exigencia indiscriminada de cita previa está provocando que la ciudadanía, por la escasez de citas disponibles o la dificultad para solicitarlas, no pueda realizar sus trámites, hacer valer sus derechos o cumplir con sus obligaciones con las Administraciones Públicas. El presente artículo analiza si la cita previa obligatoria es conforme con el ordenamiento jurídico, si vulnera derechos de la ciudadanía, qué barreras adicionales genera para los administrados, especialmente para los colectivos vulnerables, y cuáles podrían ser las soluciones.
Entre la transgresión y la ley: usos plásticos de la Gestalttheorie en el concretismo argentino
Authors: Grassi María Cecilia
Published: January 2025

En el marco de los estudios histórico-críticos de la psicología y la historia cultural, el presente artículo se centra en el cruce de dos historias: de la psicología y del arte. A partir de la noción de “uso plástico”, se analiza la presencia de la Gestalttheorie en una serie de obras del arte concreto argentino de mediados de siglo XX. Como calco o puesta en tensión, se detecta la presencia de las leyes de la percepción por medio de dos vías: una, las similitudes pictóricas entre las imágenes utilizadas para la investigación por los psicólogos de la forma y las creadas por los artistas; la otra, la representación plástica de leyes formuladas en lenguaje científico. Ambas son posibles gracias al rol fundamental que tuvo la imagen sin significación en el arte concreto y en la Gestalttheorie que además, permitió al primero la fundamentación científica de su propuesta estética gracias a la incorporación de los desarrollos de la segunda a través de, fundamentalmente, tres libros publicados en castellano: Psicología de la forma de David Katz de 1945, La Psicología de la Forma de Paul Guillaume de 1947, y Psicología de la Forma de Wolfgang Köhler de 1948.
Los “tan injustos atentados”. Figuras de la violencia en la pareja en la criminología argentina (1902-1913)
Authors: González Oddera Mariela
Published: January 2025

El presente artículo aborda la caracterización de situaciones de violencia en la pareja desde el discurso criminológico de principios de s. XX, en Argentina. A partir del análisis de fuentes del campo de la criminología positivista, se apunta a reconstruir los límites de lo tolerable, lo legítimo y lo denunciable en la vida de pareja en el período delimitado. Al mismo tiempo, se analiza la intervención del discurso psicológico en este proceso, así como las representaciones y valoraciones sobre la pareja y las identidades generizadas recogidas en el discurso disciplinar. La perspectiva de análisis aborda las relaciones entre psicología y orden social, suponiendo que la producción de saberes disciplinares tiene lugar en un contexto socio-histórico particular, cargado de valores. Se concluye que primó una lectura de las situaciones de violencia desde una matriz individualizada y psicopatologizada, que fue acompañada de una serie de valoraciones. Resaltan por su significatividad, las expectativas desiguales sobre los protagonistas de las pericias analizadas, según la pertenencia de género.
Testing measurement invariance in a conditional likelihood framework by considering multiple covariates simultaneously
Authors: Draxler Clemens , Kurz Andreas
Published: January 2025

This article addresses the problem of measurement invariance in psychometrics. In particular, its focus is on the invariance assumption of item parameters in a class of models known as Rasch models. It suggests a mixed-effects or random intercept model for binary data together with a conditional likelihood approach of both estimating and testing the effects of multiple covariates simultaneously. The procedure can also be viewed as a multivariate multiple regression analysis which can be applied in longitudinal designs to investigate effects of covariates over time or different experimental conditions. This work also derives four statistical tests based on asymptotic theory and a parameter-free test suitable in small sample size scenarios. Finally, it outlines generalizations for categorical data in more than two categories. All procedures are illustrated on real-data examples from behavioral research and on a hypothetical data example related to clinical research in a longitudinal design.
THE REVOLUTIONARY POTENTIAL OF MODE 4 KNOWLEDGE PRODUCTION
Authors: MOLEKA PITSHOU
Published: January 2025

In an age of unprecedented global complexity, interconnectedness, and urgency, the inadequacy of traditional, reductionist models of knowledge production has become glaringly apparent. This pioneering, landmark article offers a sweeping, paradigm-shifting exploration of the revolutionary emergence of "Mode 4" knowledge production - a fundamental reconceptualization of the epistemological, organizational, and methodological foundations of the research enterprise. Drawing on cutting-edge theoretical frameworks and a vast corpus of rigorous empirical evidence, this work argues that Mode 4 represents a transformative leap towards a more collaborative, transdisciplinary, and adaptive approach to knowledge creation one that holds the potential to catalyze a profound and lasting transformation in the way we conceive of, organize, and mobilize research to address the complex, interconnected challenges facing our world. At the heart of this paradigm shift lies the groundbreaking "decuple helix" framework, which expands the scope of stakeholder engagement and knowledge co-creation to incorporate a comprehensive range of actors, from academia and industry to marginalized communities, the natural environment, and international organizations. This article delves deeply into the multifaceted roles and invaluable contributions of this diverse array of stakeholders, demonstrating how their active integration can unlock the transformative power of collaborative, values-oriented research and innovation. Furthermore, the paper provides a comprehensive example of how Mode 4 knowledge production concepts could be implemented using cutting edge innovationology research.
ADMINISTRATIVE RELATIONS, RESOURCE MOBILIZATION, AND SERVICE DELIVERY IN KENYAN COUNTIES
Authors: LUVAGA DEDAN , ABDOULAYE MFONKA
Published: January 2025

The constitution of Kenya 2010 sets a point of departure in intergovernmental relations. It brings about the national government and counties, thus a two-level government system in Kenya. Articles 6(2) and 189 emphasize that the two levels of government must consult, cooperate, and coordinate instead of competing under a cooperative form of devolution. However, lack of consultation, minimal cooperation, and inadequate coordination results in competition and supremacy battles on resource allocation and utilization. This jeopardizes a cooperative modus operandi of devolution. This paper evaluates Kenyan counties' administrative relations, resource mobilization, and service delivery. It is underpinned by the Resource Mobilization Theory (RMT) by Zald & McCarthy (1977). A cross-sectional design is used since it relies on questionnaires, structured interviews, and observations to gather data. A survey research strategy is applied, and a mixed method that integrates qualitative and quantitative data components is used at both the data collection and analysis stages. Data is collected from multiple groups of respondents: the national and county governments, the Ministry of Devolution and Planning, and the general public. A sample of 400 is used to gather quantitative data using questionnaires, while qualitative data is collected via structured interviews from a sample of 16 key informants. The quantitative and qualitative data are analyzed using SPSS and deductive thematic analysis, respectively.
WHO IS THE REAL YOU: DIGITALLY ALTERED IMAGES AND ITS ASSOCIATION TO YOUTH’S IDEAL BODY PERCEPTION
Authors: CHELYAN G NOGRA, , ROY P. GILVERO, JERUEL , KC G. GUINANG, , ANDREW A. MOLOS, MARK , MYKA MAE T. GECANA, , ROXANNE C. NAVARRO, NICOLE , JOY BATIANCILA, MARIAN
Published: January 2025

The rapid rise in beauty standards resulting from technological advancements in today's world has a profound impact on everyone. As a result, this generation has been exposed to unattainable beauty standards, which may have an effect on how they view themselves. This study aims to determine the relationship between youth perceptions of their bodies and digitally altered images, as well as the importance of the issue in the current generation. Respondents in this study included 300 college students from the University of Mindanao in the Philippines, ranging in year from first to fourth. A descriptive-correlational research design was employed in this quantitative study. The data was not normally distributed, according to the KolmogorovSmirnov test (r value = 0.05, p = 0.31). When the researchers tested the levels of both categories using the mean and standard deviation, researchers found that respondents had a moderate degree of photo manipulation (X = 2.40, SD = 0.851) and students had a notably high level of body appreciation (X = 4.18, SD = 0.657). The results revealed a weak correlation between young people's perceptions of their bodies and digitally altered images (r value = 0.358, p = - 0.05).
ORGANIZATIONAL POLITICS AS PREDICTOR OF EMPLOYEE JOB ENGAGEMENT IN THE NIGERIAN PUBLIC SECTOR: THE CASE OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT COUNCILS IN DELTA STATE
Authors: OSAHON OSAZEVBARU, HENRY , EMMANUEL E. ARUOREN, , AJEDAFEMU OBIEROMA, ANDREW
Published: January 2025

This study examined the impact of organizational politics on employee engagement in local government councils in Delta State, Nigeria, focusing on three primary factors: lack of transparent policies, high levels of perceived organizational politics, and favoritism in promotion practices. Using a quantitative research approach, the study made use of the questionnaire to collect data from a population of 254 employees. Simple linear regression was used to test the hypotheses formulated to determine the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable. The findings reveal that lack of transparency in policies related to promotion, performance appraisals, and resource allocation fosters a sense of distrust and unfairness among employees, reducing their engagement and motivation to perform optimally. The study also highlighted that employees who perceive high levels of organizational politics tend to prioritize self-preservation over organizational commitment, leading to decreased productivity and service quality. Moreover, favoritism in promotion processes not only diminishes employee morale but also weakens their organizational commitment, as they feel that advancement is based on personal biases rather than merit. Accordingly, the study recommended that local government councils should implement fair, transparent, and meritbased policies to mitigate the adverse effects of organizational politics. By fostering a more equitable and transparent workplace, local government councils can enhance employee engagement, improve commitment, and promote a higher standard of service delivery.
The Role of SWOT in Business Analysis for Enhancing Competitive Advantage at The Kundasang Aquafarm
Authors: Fachrezie Heru , Roslan Aiyshah Izaty binti , Gandhy Abel , Phang Ing Grace
Published: January 2025

This research focuses on developing agribusiness strategies for aquaponic systems. This research aims to provide recommendations for business strategies that drive improved performance and business development. The aquaponic agribusiness at Kundasang Aquafarm allows for significant growth. A business strategy provides a long-term plan to manage resources comprehensively, while identifying opportunities that support future business success and achieve optimal levels of profitability. This research was conducted at Kundasang Aquafarm, Kota Kinabalu, which was purposively selected because the aquaponics activity has room for potential development and encourages greater growth. This study used quantitative and qualitative data sourced from primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected through surveys and direct observation by the researcher, while secondary data was obtained from institutional reports, journals, books, news articles, and other literature sources. An internal (IFE) and external (EFE) environmental analysis was conducted to identify factors that could affect business success. The results of this analysis were used in the Internal-External (IE) Matrix which resulted in three main strategies: Growth, Stability, and Reduction strategies. These strategies form the basis of Kundasang Aquafarm's agribusiness development.
Characteristics of the Floating Hip in Patients with Polytrauma
Authors: Tanasiienko P.V. , Huriev S.O. , Kovalyshyn I.V.
Published: January 2025

Introduction. The term “floating hip” refers to a group of injuries characterized by ipsilateral fractures of the bones on both sides of the joint, which are thus devoid of skeletal communication.
Objective. The objective of our work was to determine the clinical and nosological characteristics of patients with a floating hip and polytrauma and its impact on the choice of treatment for this category of patients.
Material and Methods. The study analyzed the treatment of 77 patients with ipsilateral hip fractures resulting from polytrauma. The patients were treated in the Polytrauma Department of the Kyiv City Clinical Emergency Hospital in the period from 2014 to 2023 and met the selection criteria for our study.
Results. Among the patients of our study, 55 (71.4%) were males and 22 (28.6%) were females. In 100.0% of cases, the cause of the floating hip was severe high-energy trauma. Among the study group, 46 (59.7%) cases were caused by road accidents, 27 (35.1%) by falls from a height, and 4 (5.2%) by criminal injuries. A direct blow was the mechanism of injury in 100.0% of cases. Among patients with polytrauma, the most common fractures were simple fractures of the acetabulum of type C (47.4%) and type B (36.8%), as well as fractures of the anterior wall of type B (60.0%) and the posterior wall of type B (53.8%) and type C (38.5%). The analysis of hip fractures in patients with a floating hip and polytrauma indicated that the diaphyseal part of the femur was damaged most often, which was found in 53.2% of the study sample, with type B fractures prevailing (58.5%). Injuries to the proximal part of the thigh were detected in 40.3% of patients, with type A being the most common (41.9%).
Conclusions. The analysis of the clinical and nosological characteristics of the floating hip in polytrauma patients indicates the need to develop and implement a new, more adapted classification of such injuries in patients with polytrauma.
Case Report of an Intermuscular Thenar Lipoma with a Literature Review
Authors: Zazirnyi I.M.
Published: January 2025

Summary. Lipomas are the most common benign tumors found in the hand, with those exceeding 4 cm in size classified as giant lipomas. However, large lipomas in the hand are rare due to their visibility and limited subcutaneous tissue in this area. When they do occur, they can interfere with hand function. Typically, lipomas in the dominant hand are detected early and surgically removed. We present a case of a giant lipoma in the hand, notable for its unusually large size and the fact that it remained asymptomatic until the time of presentation.
HUBUNGAN DIRECT MARKETING DAN PERSONAL SELLING TERHADAP KEPUTUSAN PEMBELIAN PIE ELIS
Authors: Chandra Evelyn
Published: January 2025

Perkembangan dunia usaha berkembang pesat sehingga meningkatkan persaingan bisnis. Perusahaan perlu untuk mengetahui faktor promotion mix yang mempengaruhi konsumen dalam keputusan pembelian Pie Elis. Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh direct marketing dan personal selling terhadap keputusan pembelian Pie Elis. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif dengan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif. Populasi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah konsumen Pie Elis yang melakukan pembelian minimal satu kali, sedangkan sampel yang diambil secara acak sebanyak 91 orang. Pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menyebarkan kuesioner. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis regresi linear berganda. Hasil dalam penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa variabel direct marketing dan variabel personal selling berpengaruh signifikan secara simultan dan parsial terhadap keputusan pembelian Pie Elis.