bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
TM4SF5 Knockout Protects Mice from Diet-Induced Obesity Partly by Regulating Autophagy in Adipose Tissue
Authors: Choi Cheoljun , Son Yeonho , Kim Jinyoung , Cho Yoon Keun , Saha Abhirup , Kim Minsu , Im Hyeonyeong , Kim Kyungmin , Han Juhyeong , Lee Jung Weon , Seong Je Kyung , Lee Yun-Hee
Published: June 2021

Transmembrane 4 L six family member 5 (TM4SF5) functions
as a sensor for lysosomal arginine levels and activates the mammalian target of
rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1). While the mTORC1 signaling pathway plays a key role in adipose
tissue metabolism, the regulatory function of TM4SF5 in adipocytes remains
unclear. This study aimed to establish a TM4SF5 knockout (KO) mouse model and
investigated the effects of TM4SF5
KO on mTORC1 signaling-mediated autophagy and mitochondrial metabolism in
adipose tissue. TM4SF5 expression was higher in inguinal white adipose tissue
(iWAT) than in brown adipose tissue
and significantly
upregulated by a high-fat diet (HFD). TM4SF5 KO reduced mTORC1 activation and
enhanced autophagy and lipolysis in adipocytes. RNA-seq analysis of TM4SF5 KO
mouse iWAT showed that the expression of genes involved in peroxisome
proliferator-activated receptor alpha signaling pathways and mitochondrial
oxidative metabolism was upregulated. Consequently, TM4SF5 KO reduced adiposity
and increased energy expenditure and mitochondrial oxidative metabolism. TM4SF5 KO prevented
HFD-induced glucose intolerance and inflammation in adipose tissue.
Collectively, our study demonstrated that TM4SF5 regulates autophagy and lipid
catabolism in adipose tissue and suggested that TM4SF5 could be therapeutically
targeted for the treatment of obesity-related metabolic diseases.
Medical Emergency Management in the Dental Office (MEMDO): A Pilot Study Assessing a Simulation-Based Training Curriculum for Dentists
Authors: Manton Jesse W. , Kennedy Kelly S. , Lipps Jonathan A. , Pfeil Sheryl A. , Cornelius Bryant W.
Published: June 2021

In the event of a medical emergency in the dental office, the dentist must be able to identify a patient in distress, assess the situation, and institute proper management. This study assessed the impact of a simulation-based medical emergency preparedness curriculum on a resident's ability to manage medical emergencies. This interventional and pre-post educational pilot study included 8 participants who completed a standard curriculum and 8 who completed a modified curriculum (N = 16). The intervention consisted of a comprehensive medical emergency preparedness curriculum that replaced lecture sessions in a standard curriculum. Participants completed performance assessments using scenario-based objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) that were recorded and evaluated by calibrated faculty reviewers using a customized scoring grid. The intervention group performed significantly better than the control group on their summative OSCEs, averaging 90.9 versus 61.2 points out of 128 (p = .0009). All participants from the intervention group passed their summative OSCE with scores >60%, while none from the control group received passing scores. Completion of a simulation-based medical emergency preparedness curriculum significantly improved resident performance during simulated medical emergencies.
Ambulatory Anesthesia for a Case of Idiopathic Bronchiolitis Obliterans
Authors: Wong Michelle
Published: June 2021

Bronchiolitis obliterans is rarely described in the nonlung transplant anesthesia literature. This case report describes a 27-year-old female patient with idiopathic bronchiolitis obliterans and dental anxiety who safely received intravenous deep sedation using diphenhydramine, dexmedetomidine, and ketamine in an ambulatory community dental clinic. This report outlines the anesthetic plan developed following a thorough preoperative assessment and review of the key anesthetic considerations of idiopathic bronchiolitis obliterans (eg, potential respiratory complications and appropriateness for the ambulatory dental environment) and discusses the careful anesthetic management of this patient using deep sedation to facilitate comprehensive restorative dentistry.
Nitrous Oxide/Oxygen Effect on IANB Injection Pain and Mandibular Pulpal Anesthesia in Asymptomatic Subjects
Authors: Kushnir Ben , Fowler Sara , Drum Melissa , Nusstein John , Reader Al , DDS Mike Beck
Published: June 2021

The inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) does not always result in successful pulpal anesthesia. Nitrous oxide may increase the success of the IANB. The purpose of this investigation was to study the effect of nitrous oxide/oxygen (N2O/O2) on IANB injection pain and mandibular pulpal anesthesia in asymptomatic subjects. One hundred five asymptomatic subjects received an IANB after the administration of N2O/O2 or room air/oxygen (air/O2) at 2 separate appointments. After the IANB, subjects rated their level of pain for each phase of the injection (needle insertion, needle placement, and solution deposition) using a Heft Parker visual analog scale. Pulpal anesthesia was evaluated with an electric pulp tester for 60 minutes. The mean pain rating for all 3 injection phases showed a statistically significant reduction in pain when N2O/O2 was used compared with Air/O2 (P < .05). Odds ratios demonstrated a statistically significant increase in IANB success for the N2O/O2 group compared with the air/O2 group. N2O/O2 administration statistically decreased pain for all 3 injection phases of the IANB. In addition, nitrous oxide statistically increased the likelihood of pulpal anesthesia for posterior mandibular teeth. However, the incidence of pulpal anesthesia was not 100%.
Can 3D Camera Imaging Provide Improved Information to Assess and Manage Lymphoedema in Clinical Practice?
Authors:   , Pike Cheryl E.
Published: June 2021

Background Accurate diagnosis and measurement of limb volume in people with lymphoedema is important in order to provide best information for treatment, management and self-management. Current assessment methods lack detail and accuracy. Three-dimensional camera imaging (3DCI) holds the potential to be cheap, accurate, and provide additional material about limb shape not provided by current methods. However, there is a need to ensure that this assessment method is valid and reliable. Methodology This prospective, observational, longitudinal study utilised a diagnostic test study framework to determine the validity, reliability and accuracy of 3DCI compared to circumferential tape measurement (CTM) and perometry and to explore whether shape is a feasible alternative to measure upper limb lymphoedema. Twenty women with breast cancer-related lymphoedema were recruited. Phase one assessed criterion validity, intra-rater reliability, and accuracy of 3DCI by measuring limb volume of each participant with CTM, perometry and 3DCI four times over six months. Phase two investigated the use of limb shape as a method of lymphoedema assessment using oedema maps and calculations of shape redundancy derived from the 3DCI images in phase one. These data sets were matched against limb volume to determine criterion validity, intra-rater reliability and accuracy. Results 3DCI had high intra-rater correlation (ICC=0.87; p<0.00). Concurrent validity ranged from 0.82 to 0.86 against perometry and CTM, with good sensitivity (91.7% to 100%) and moderate specificity (50% to 66.7%). Limb shape calculation (shape redundancy) had moderate intra-rater correlation (ICC=0.71; p=0.01); but correlated poorly with limb volume (r=0.19 to 0.39). Coloured oedema maps were sensitive to change over time with colours clearly identifying problem areas and fluctuations within the affected limb. Conclusion Our study shows that 3DCI is a reliable, valid and accurate method of limb volume measurement, and that it could provide supportive information in clinical assessment. In addition, limb shape provides insight into localised areas of swelling, which other methods of lymphoedema measurement do not. However, shape redundancy requires further refinement.
SUSPENSIONS TRANSPORT PREDICTIVE MODELING UNDER VARIOUS SCENARIOS OF FERROMANGANESE NODULES EXTRACTION FROM THE PACIFIC OCEAN BOTTOM
Authors: Sukhinov A. A. , Sukhinov A. A. , Kirilchik S. B.
Published: June 2021

The article is devoted to the suspensions’ distribution mathematical modeling in the Eastern Pacific Ocean for various scenarios for the ferromanganese nodules extraction. The suspensions propagation model with complex granulometric composition that can interact in an aqueous medium takes into account the suspensions microturbulent diffusion caused by the turbulent aqueous medium movement and the suspensions convection caused by the advective movement of water mass in the ocean; gravitational suspensions deposition under the gravity influence; mutual transitions between different fractions that make up the suspension; interaction of particles with the bottom and with the free surface.
COMPARATIVE STUDY OF FOOD VOCABULARY (DAIRY) IN TURKIC LANGUAGES OF SIBERIA
Authors: Дьячковский Федор Николаевич , Попова Наталья Иннокентьевна , Тазранова Алена Робертовна , Трофимова Светлана Менкеновна , Широбокова Наталья Николаевна
Published: June 2021

Общеизвестно, что среди специальных лексических номинаций ведущее место принадлежит так называемым народным терминам, которые рассматриваются как слова или словосочетания, служащие средством номинации понятий той или иной сферы профессиональной деятельности.
В статье на основе традиционной системы питания тюркских народов Сибири проводится сравнительно-исторический, этимологический, сопоставительный анализ наименований молочных продуктов питания, являющихся неизменным и важным элементом материальной культуры народов, издавна населяющих обширные пространства Сибири.
Выявлено, что диалектная лексика все ещё оказывает заметное влияние на литературные языки алтайцев, тувинцев, хакасов, якутов, о чём свидетельствует пополнение их лексики народными терминами традиционной материальной культуры из различных источников, особенно из текстов фольклорных, эпических произведений, изданных местными носителями говоров тюркских языков Сибири.
Названия молочных продуктов в тюркских языках Сибири не едины по своему происхождению. В них, наряду с тюркскими корнями, наличествует значительное количество монгольских, тунгусо-маньчжурских элементов. В названиях молочной пищи наблюдается лексика, возникшая в результате формирования и развития диалектов. Данная группа слов в рассматриваемых языках отражает их исторические контакты как с родственными, так и неродственными народами.

It is well known that among special lexical nominations dominate so called folk terms referred to as words or word combinations instrumental for nominating ideas of a certain professional field.
Based on the traditional diet of Turkic peoples of Siberia, we conduct a comparative-historical, etymological, contrastive analysis of dairy names which are a crucial element of the material culture of peoples inhabiting vast taiga areas of Siberia and Russian Far East.
It has been found that dialect vocabulary still has a notable impact on literary languages of the Altai, the Tuva, the Khakass, and the Yakut as evidenced by the fact that folk terms of traditional material culture enter their vocabulary, especially those from folklore, epic texts published by speakers of local dialects of Siberian languages.
Diary names are not uniform in terms of their origin. They show a significant number of Mongolic, Tungusic, and Chinese elements along with Turkic roots. Dairy names include vocabulary resulting from formation and development of dialects. The given group of words in Turkic languages of Siberia reflects historical contacts with both related and non-related peoples.
THE CATEGORIZATION OF SOLUTIONS FOR INDIGENOUS PEOPLE IN CUSTOMARY LAND-USE CONFLICTS IN INDONESIA
Authors: Jesayanto Jaya Daniel , Hidayah Retna , Ul Akmal Diya , Yonathan Kamlasi Anjulin
Published: June 2021

Human need for land has influenced land use behavior and is an acute problem in many regions. Many areas have changed their original function in order to sustain human life, one of which causes forests to be converted into settlements, plantation and agricultural areas as well as mining areas. However, often the converted land is customary land in the form of forests and not a few that have long been disputed. In the era of independence, the government recognized that customary land belonged to the state. In its implementation, customary land is recognized by the government but its ownership rights are not. The indigenous people are only allowed to manage it. This study aims to categorize solutions that can be used in resolving land-use conflicts over customary lands. This study used the traditional review method with secondary data obtained from appropriate and relevant sources. Customary land is recognized in Indonesian law through UUPA No. 5 of 1960. The highest right to land owned or controlled by community members and its implementation is regulated by customary / village elders called ulayat rights, but provided that its existence and implementation still exist. In cases that occur in various countries, there are various kinds of implementation irregularities caused by excessive usage patterns or not according to the main purpose of their use. In Indonesia, irregularities in the implementation of the Law on indigenous peoples to manage their land are often found. Even some government policies are still detrimental to society. Therefore, in resolving customary land conflicts, one must look at various angles and see the history of disputed land, and can refer to several cases that have occurred in other countries. The categorization of land-use conflict solutions can be viewed from the point of view of the resolution process, the distribution of use of customary land use for indigenous peoples in conflict, what changes in land use have occurred according to procedures or not, mapping is needed to avoid vertical conflicts. and horizontally, and the involvement of the disputing parties, as well as based on ownership rights over customary land.
Ziyaretçi Deneyimleri Üzerine Nitel Bir Araştırma: Göbekli Tepe Örneği
Authors: Eser Seçkin
Published: June 2021

Ziyaretçi deneyimi müzelerin nasıl algılandığına göre değişiklik göstermektedir. Müze ziyaretleri sırasında algılanan olumlu/olumsuz unsurlar müze deneyimlerinin oluşmasında önemli görülmektedir. Araştırma, ziyaretçilerin müze deneyimini etkileyen olumlu/olumsuz unsurları belirlemek amacıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Bu kapsamda, Trip Advisor internet sitesinde Göbekli Tepe Açık Hava Müzesi ile ilgili yapılmış 2018- 2020 yılları arasındaki çevrimiçi yorumlar incelenmiştir. Katılımcıların müze deneyimine ilişkin değerlendirmelerin yer aldığı toplam 255 yorum içerik analizine tabi tutulmuştur. Analiz sonucunda elde edilen veriler MAXQDA programından yararlanılarak çözümlenmiştir. Araştırmanın sonucunda Göbekli Tepe Açık Hava Müzesi’nin ‘teknoloji kullanımı, eserler ve buluntular, koruma ve bakım, müze evi, alan içi ulaşım, müze kart’ olmak üzere toplam altı alt kategoride olumlu deneyime yönelik bulgular elde edilmiştir. Ziyaretçilerin müze deneyimini olumsuz etkileyen unsurlar ise ‘müze giriş ücreti, alan içi bilgilendirme, kazı ve ziyaret alanı, engellilere yönelik düzenlemeler, bilet gişesi, hediyelik eşya ve kafe’ olmak üzere altı alt kategoriyle açıklanmıştır. Araştırmadan elde edilen bulgular neticesinde ilgili kurum ve kuruluşlara çeşitli öneriler geliştirilmiştir.
POTANSİYEL TURİSTLERİN HELAL TURİZME BAKIŞ AÇISI DİNDARLIK DÜZEYİNE GÖRE DEĞİŞİR Mİ?
Authors: KINGIR Said , KARAKAŞ Ayhan , ŞAHİN TEZCAN Nilüfer
Published: June 2021

Helal turizm günümüzde birçok çalışmaya konu olmaktadır. Bu çalışma Trabzon ilinde yerleşik olarak yaşayan halkın helal turizm konusuna bakış açıları ile dindarlık düzeyleri arasındaki ilişkiyi ele almaktadır. Halkın dindarlık düzeyi ve helal turizme olan bakış açısıyla ilgili bilgileri ortaya koymayı amaçlamaktadır. Bu amaçlar doğrultusunda oluşturulan anket formu Trabzon’da yerleşik olarak yaşayan katılımcılara doldurtulmuştur. Çalışma nicel bir çalışmadır. Evreni temsil edecek kişilerin seçilmesi için kolayda örnekleme yöntemi tercih edilmiştir. Elde edilen verilere frekans analizleri, yüzde analizleri ve korelasyon analizi uygulanmıştır. Araştırmaya katılanların %59,7’lik çoğunluğunun helal turizmle ilgili bilgi sahibi olmadığı sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Araştırmaya katılan bireylerin yalnızca %7,4’lük kısmı daha önce helal tesislerde bulunmuştur. Çalışmada dindarlık düzeyi ile helal otellere bakış açısı arasında istatistiki olarak anlamlı ve pozitif yönlü yüksek düzeyde bir ilişki tespit edilmiştir Araştırma sonucunda ilgili taraflar için çeşitli öneriler sunulmuştur
TMS 20 KAPSAMINDA DEVLET TEŞVİKLERİNİN MUHASEBELEŞTİRİLMESİ: ATIK GERİ KAZANIM ÜZERİNDE BİR UYGULAMA
Authors: YAZICI Cemre
Published: June 2021

Devlet teşvikleri tüm dünya genelinde politik bir konuma sahiptir. Teşviklerin politik araç konumunda olması ve kullanılması teşviklerden elde edilen faydaların doğru ve tutarlı bir şekilde muhasebeleştirilme ve raporlama ihtiyacını doğurmuştur. Türkiye’de muhasebe standartları kapsamında Türkiye Muhasebe Standardı 20 Devlet Teşviklerinin Muhasebeleştirilmesi ve Devlet Yardımlarının Açıklanması Standardı (TMS 20) kullanılmaktadır.
İşletmelerin göstermiş olduğu faaliyetler çerçevesinde çevreye vermiş oldukları zararlar bulunmaktadır. Çevresel bilincin artması ile birlikte bu zararların giderilmesi ve azaltılması için gerekli önlemler alınmakta olup bazı sektörlerde zorunlu halde işletmelerde çevre dostu uygulamalar uygulanmaktadır. Devletin işletmelerin uygulayacağı çevresel yatırımlar ve faaliyetler için işletmelere sağladığı birçok teşvik ve yardım bulunmaktadır.
Bu çalışmada ki amaç; çevresel amaçlı verilen teşviklerin incelenip standarda göre muhasebeleştirilmesidir. Uygulamalar Bartın Çimento Sanayi A.Ş. firmasından alınan bilgiler eşdeğerinde düzenlenmiştir ve raporlanmıştır. Çevresel teşviklerin işletmelere sağladığı faydalar ve ya zararlar incelenmektedir.
Multi Criteria Decision Making to Optimize the Best Runoff Control Measure Contributing to Haditha Dam Reservoir
Authors:   Al-Farabi University, Al-Ani Ibrahim , Al-Thamery Hayder ,   University of Baghdad, Mohtar, Wan ,   National University of Malaysia
Published: June 2021

In Iraq, the two dominating surface water sources are Tigris and Euphrates Rivers in which some dams constructed on both of them forming reservoirs. Haditha Dam reservoir is one of the most essential sources of drinking, irrigation, flood control and hydropower generation in Anbar State, Western Part of Iraq. Besides, the reservoir is a unique habitat with a wide spectrum of biodiversity. The objective of this study is to investigate and monitor the water quality in Haditha Dam reservoir and introduce the Multi Criteria Analysis (MCA) to highlight the best runoff control measure depending on selected criteria and criteria weights. Experts were interviewed for the selection of criteria and for the assignment of the weight factor and scores. Four criteria from three categories such as technical, economic and environmental aspects were selected. Results from this study indicated that a distinguished difference in TSS and Turbidity between the dry and wet seasons and necessitates the installation of runoff control measures. It was found that the soil binders, sediment basin and diversion channel are the best alternatives for controlling erosion, sediment and drainage respectively. The sensitivity analysis showed very strong decision made by the experts for the technical, economic and environmental criteria.
Classifying the Heritage Elements Using Shape Grammars
Authors:   University of Mosul, sadani khalid , Ismaeel Emad ,   University of Mosul
Published: June 2021

Traditional architecture style represents the evolutionary style and experienced characteristics of an urban environment that give a sense of place and identity. This style includes a mixture of technical and cognitive values that are difficult to conserve compared to other material resources. The process of organizing and classifying the architectural elements of these constructions in virtual digital manner is one of the means of preventive conservation for such elements and their values, which is essential in conservation operations of the built heritage. The study analyzes a number of international experiments that have employed shape grammar in studying and classifying the heritage elements in digital technique with specific rules. That because of the ability of these systems to examine the structure of the historic elements as it offers the possibility to combine their dimensional and morphological values, to classify them into a variety of categories with common characteristics in a specific style according to the local architectural language. The study seeks to determine the approaches of using the shape grammar as a mechanism of analyzing the structure of the elements of the Built heritage for classification. Next, to derive the rules and relationships that are used for the digital virtual reconstruction of the Built heritage according to the traditional architectural principles, and highlighting the digital applications and software that deals with the shape grammar in this field. The methodology of this study adopted the analysis of a number of studies that employed the shape grammar in the built heritage domain in order to review the potential of this digital systems and applications, to be presented as a documentation procedure for information management of preventive conservation projects of the urban environment in ancient cities.
Pedestrians Crossing Behavior Models on Midblock Suburban Area in Dohuk City
Authors:   Mosul University, Abdulmawjoud Ayman , AL-Taei Abdulkhalik ,   Mosul University
Published: June 2021

In this study, ten pedestrian crossing spots located in Dohuk City suburban area were selected to make analysis and evaluation to the behavior of the people crossing the main streets, and walking on sidewalks according to their genders. Data was collected using double video cameras fixed on selected points to observe pedestrian movements along crossings and sidewalks, their interaction with drivers, and vehicles conflicting them. Data compiled was classified and presented to measure numbers of moving vehicles, people, vehicle gaps, space, pedestrian unit flow, speeds of both pedestrians and vehicles passing the crossing lines on suburban midblock. Data was presented using Dohuk City GIS up-to-date map taken from the city Municipality Directorate. Data analysis was implemented, and different empirical models were chosen to study the different interactions and effects of human, geometric, and vehicular traffic parameters on the behavior of pedestrians crossing, and walking on crosswalks and sidewalks respectively. Results show that in crosswalks, pedestrian flow with their speeds were polynomial in nature, while unit flow and speed relationships with density were linearly correlated. The relation between unit flow and their speed (for both male and female) on suburban sidewalks is Polynomial 2nd degree, and the optimum walking speed obtained is 1.16 and 1.0 m/sec for male and female respectively, with minimum walking speed for females are lower than male but the maximum walking speed is similar.
The Nature of Interpretation in Architectural criticism
Authors:   University of Mosul, Al-dabbagh Asma
Published: June 2021

The expressive systems in architecture consists of two components: the system of forms and the system of meanings, these systems are linked together by unwritten rules, which are a matrix of correlations / implications that determine any meanings associated with any forms. The designer remains unsure of the possible interpretations of his design, because of the variation in the nature of meaning, discovered by the recipient, and this stems from the variation of reliance on the theory of interpretation in this regard. Many studies of architectural semiology indicate some of these theories; Classical theory believes in the natural meaning, which influenced by form's geometry, Pragmatic theory believes in the common meaning, which stems from the use of form within different contexts and according to social custom. The research attempts to explore the aspects of interpretation adopted by two critics, in order to determine the theory adopted by them, so the designer will be aware to the nature and type of meaning comprehended by viewers. The results showed the adoption of common and inclusive meanings, also showed the variation in the role of architectural Expressions in confirming or multiplying the meaning, influenced by contexts and signal types. The conclusion emphasized the importance of historical references, stylistic trend, and spatial contexts in form interpretation.
Torque – Twist Behavior of RC Columns Retrofitted with GFRP Laminates Under Combined Torque & Axial Loads: A Parametric Study
Authors:   Al-Farabi University, Younus Ahmed , Hekmet Haider ,   Al-Farabi University, Al-Shami Abeer ,   Al-Maaref University
Published: June 2021

As one of the most important topics that have not been sufficiently studied to investigate the structural behavior of concrete columns is the mechanical properties of concrete members resulting from the torsional effects that caused mainly from the exposure of buildings to earthquakes, especially the cracks resulting in the structural members and overall torque-twist behavior. However, concrete columns are elements that are difficult to replace when exposed to earthquakes, so the role of developing applicable and useful methods for maintaining and strengthening columns has emerged after exposure to torsion. FRP laminates like CFRP and GFRP are one of the most successful and widespread of these methods nowadays. To achieve the goal of this paper, a finite element 3D model suitable for analyzing square RC columns strengthened with GFRP under combined torsional moment and axial loads has been adopted and a reasonable method for calculating angles of twist for square concrete columns using the finite element method has been developed. [ANSYS] software as a useful tool is used to solve the problem and to predict the Torque – Twist relationships of the columns under investigation. The results are compared and verified with an experimental study and the numerical results showed acceptable agreement with the experimental results. Several important parameters affecting the torsional capacity of square columns strengthened with GFRP and subjected to combined torque & axial load are studied in parametric study. These parameters include, GFRP distribution, GFRP thickness, and GFRP schemes (orientation). The results showed the efficiency of finite element software to estimate the torque twist relationships after developing modified formulas to calculate the angles of twist, on the other hand, the fixing of GFRP sheets in 45 degree opposite to the cracks orientation is the best way to increase the torsional capacity of RC columns.
Classification of commercial corporate organizations in the Russian Federation
Authors: Malinovsky Oleg N. , Afanasev Nurgun V. , Krotov Andrey Vladislavovich , Gavrilieva Nadezhda Konstantinovna , Savchenko Marina S.
Published: June 2021

This article is devoted to the research of the classification of commercial corporate organizations in the Russian Federation. The authors note that this type of legal entity is the basis of the Russian economy. The level of sustainability of commercial corporate organizations directly affects the preservation and development of Russia's economic potential.
The Concept and Application of ICT on SMEs performance in Nigeria: Limitation and Challenges
Authors: Teniola Onileowo Temitope , Ireti Fasiku Ayodeji
Published: June 2021

Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in growing and building developing nations' national economy. This study investigates a deep understanding of the influence of Information Communication Technology (ICT) on SMEs' performance in Nigeria. The study found out that most SME owners engage in local business practices in nature of the operation, and marketing strategies are limited within the country. Hence, this is a growing concern, the need to broaden the field of doing business through global integration with ICT aid, which would improve the country's economic growth at large. Based on the literature reviewed, this research work helps to identify the underlying causes, limited ICT readiness, its effectiveness and the need for ICT implementation into business processes, and the knowledge of its potential benefit. Therefore, this paper examines the role of ICT in small businesses' performance; this is estimated to enhance firm productivity and increase profitability, improving overall SMEs’ performance. The study recommends that provision be made for more ICT training facilities, and SMEs need to embrace information and communication technology in terms of resources, networks, and consumer skills. Entrepreneurs are to be enlightened and educated on how ICT can be used to boost operating efficiency. The government should create an enabling environment by offering ICT infrastructure that will promote its growth and implementation in SMEs. This study's data relied on secondary data and current research on SMEs worldwide, focusing on Nigeria.

Keywords: Small and Medium Enterprises, Information Communication Technology, Limitation, Challenges
Film Review as an Approach in Teaching and Learning Fundamental of Islam
Authors: Muhammud Farah Safura
Published: June 2021

21st century learning requires lecturers to change from traditional learning to student-focused learning as well as applying critical learning and critical thinking skills. The film approach has been used in the subject Fundamental of Islam (CTU101) which is a compulsory subject for year 1 students of UiTM. This study is to identify the effectiveness of the film approach and the ability of students to integrate understanding related to Fundamental of Islam in film contents. The problem statement states two issues; firstly, learning challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic period and secondly learning challenges for Islamic Studies subjects. This study has selected five films that are included in the CTU101 syllabus, namely, My Name Is Khan, 2012, Laskar Pelangi, Jilbab Traveler, and Joker. This research used quantitative data to hundred CTU101 students and analysed using SPSS 20.0 software. This research has shown all positive reactions and happiness from students. Learning through films, well guided from a lecturer will then be a good approach for Islamic Studies subjects. The findings of the study show that students feel fun and easy to apply the fundamentals of Islam in daily life. Hence, watching movies while studying can alleviate some of the stress in the pandemic season that demands learning online.

Keywords: Film Review, Islamic Study, Fundamentals of Islam, CTU101
Curriculum Review
Authors: Zainal Abidin Saidatul Akmar , Abdullah Normah , Jamil Asiah , Ramlan Zarina Suriya
Published: June 2021

Currently, education is facing overwhelming challenges in terms of the generation of students that the universities are taking in and the demands of the industry. This is propagated further by the enhancement of modern technology. Therefore, the courses offered in universities must ensure that graduates are ready for the working world and a good well rounded curriculum is needed to achieve this. In Malaysia, the body governing academic quality is the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and they require curriculums to be reviewed every 3 – 5 years to ensure their relevance to industry requirements. A curriculum usually undergoes years of ‘trials’ and changes before a sound one can be produced. In essence, a curriculum needs to be reviewed for the f ollowing reasons; the dynamic nature of a curriculum, to keep abreast with new approaches in learning and teaching and best practices in teaching strategies. Students need to be trained and well-exposed to meet the challenges of the globalised world and function well at the workplace. Due to these reasons, the paper discusses the processes involved in reviewing a curriculum. A program from the Academy of Language Studies in UiTM Malaysia was selected as a case to highlight the stages, challenges and outcomesof the review.
Group Coaching Interventions And Its Effects On Learner Autonomy
Authors: Foen Ng Siew , Abdullah Moniza , Confessore Gary J.
Published: June 2021

In the Malaysian context, after 11 years of formal education, many students still find themselves trapped in situations in which they are unable to exercise autonomouslearning skills such as taking initiative in projects, being resourceful in difficult situations, persistent in pursuing goals and flexible in selecting appropriate learning approaches. This phenomenon occurs because of the fact that Malaysian learners have been exposed ingrained with rote learning processes through the primary and secondary school systems. This study assessed the effect on Learner Autonomy Profile V3.0 (LAP) scores of a five-week coaching intervention for pre-diploma students at one university in Malaysia. Seven faculty members of University Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Kelantan were trained to serve as Certified Learner Autonomy Coaches (CLACs) and held coaching intervention sessions weekly for seven to nine students assigned to each of them for five weeks. Coaching in this higher education environment utilized scores from an instrument that was designed to elicit the extent to which respondents claim to possess behavioral intentions associated with learning. Coaches used these responses to guide the individual students through a series of steps to recognize those behavioral intentions that are most likely to undermine and those that enhance their learning efforts. The findings indicate that the student group that had undergone the coaching sessions benefited academically and the coaching interventions had a positive impact on students’ behavioral intentions to learn.
The Implementation Of The Genre-Based Approach In The Teaching Of Writing To Engineering Students
Authors: Changpueng Piyatida
Published: June 2021

Good communication skills are a requirement for all professionals. As for engineers, it seems that writing is one of the most important communication skills to help them to be successful in their professional life. However, many engineering students are poor in writing. Numerous studies havebeen conducted to determine the effectiveness of the different methods used to develop the writing skills of language learners, including the genre-based framework. The present study aims at examining the writing achievement of Thai engineering students receiving writing instruction through the explicit genre-based approach, or GBA (SFL genre), and their attitudes toward this method of teaching. The participants were 28 fourth-year engineering students enrolled in a basic writing course. One lesson in teaching writing recounts was provided during three sessions. The results of a T-test revealed clear improvement in the students’ writing ability after attending the lesson. Regarding the attitudes of the students, the findings were crosschecked with the students’ responses to the questionnaire, to the interview questions, and in their journal. It was found that the students had a satisfactory attitude toward this teaching method. Based on the study findings, it is recommended that language teachers incorporate the knowledge of genre, genre analysis, and schematic features of a particular genre in their teaching in order to enhance their students’ writing proficiency and confidence.
Instructional Proxemics and Its Impact on Classroom Teaching and Learning
Authors: Buai Chin Heng , Cheong Yin Mei Cecilia , Taib Fauziah
Published: June 2021

Instructional proxemics refers to the use of space and spatial design in the instructional environment. This study aims at investigating the ways Chinese as Second Language (CSL) teachers use classroom physical space, body movement and positioning to convey interpersonal and pedagogical messages, and examine how such messages impact on classroom teaching and learning. Lessons conducted by four CSL teachers from the Selangor state were observed. Interview data gathered from both teachers and students were used to elicit information about teaching practices related to proxemics. Martinec’s (2001) Engagement System was used to analyse the proxemics data.  The present research findings indicate that the patterns of teachers’ instructional proxemics in class are shaped by the existing classroom layout, students’ seating arrangement, and the instructional activity of the day. The student-interview data also showed that students enjoyed having close interaction with their teachers. Therefore, teachers should vary their instructional activities and move around the class while teaching to ensure they have close social relations with their students. The findings also show that the sense of closeness between teacher and students enhance student learning.
Addressing the Issue of Mixed-Ability Students in CLT Classrooms Using Self-Check Politeness Kit
Authors: Awang Suryani , Wan Zakaria Wan Nuur Fazliza , Razak Siti Shazlin , Mohd Saad Muhammad Luqman Ibnul Hakim , Mohd Zawawi Mohd Zafian
Published: June 2021

After more than three decades of its adoption in the English language teaching in Malaysia, Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach is yet to prove its effectiveness in this country since the English competency level among Malaysian students is reported to be gradually declining among our students and fresh graduates. One common cited reason is they lack competency in using the English language. Nevertheless, CLT should help to enhance learners’ communicative competence if this teaching approach is ideally conducted in L2 classrooms. This includes learners’ ability to employ politeness strategies in oral interactions. In this regard, past studies have shown that students with different English language competency level tended to employ different politeness strategies, hence resulting in different politeness levels displayed during oral interactions. While some strategies can lead to successful communication, others might appear inappropriate.  Hence, this scenario could be seen as a threat in L2 learning. Despite this however, the teaching of appropriate politeness strategies among students of mixed-ability in CLT classrooms can be a great help.  Here, input on appropriate politeness strategies from more proficient and competent students who are usually more polite is extremely important for less competent classmates to improve their politeness level. This is the concept behind the introduction of Self-Check Politeness Kit (S-CP Kit).
Receptive Skills: Reading & Listening (ReaL) Resource Pack with App Support
Authors: Abdul Malek Nur Ain , Che Hassan Nor Syamimi Iliani , Mohammad Nor Nor Hairunnisa , Kamarudin Hanis
Published: June 2021

Educators all over the world have been incorporating smartphones specifically by using mobile applications (apps) in teaching. However, many educators encourage students to use smartphones especially for independent learning without any guidance. It is easy to assume that students would know how to use a certain app on their own. Barrs (2011) asserts that students demonstrate greater interest to continue self-directed learning using mobile devices when they are provided detailed guidance and explanation on how to use smartphone appropriately in classroom settings. This suggests that guided lessons using apps may increase the level of effectiveness in language teaching and learning. The objectives of the resource pack designed are to offer guided approach to the use of apps in language classrooms and to provide support materials to consolidate the lessons. Meanwhile, the novelty lies in the comprehensiveness of the lesson plans and materials while incorporating new technology in the classroom. The resource pack will give a valuable contribution to instructors in the teaching of English particularly on receptive skills like reading and listening. The development of this resource pack which is based on two apps: NST Mobile and LEB English is timely to educators who have interest in incorporating mobile devices in language teaching. Basically, this resource pack underscores a compilation of exciting and meaningful lesson plans meant for educators to conduct listening and reading instructions. Knowing time constraints often experienced by educators in preparing for their classes, worksheets are also included for the proposed lesson plans so that learning outcomes can be achieved at the end of the lessons.
Learning Italian Language
Authors: Catarinella Piermauro , Abdul Malek Mohd Ridzuan
Published: June 2021

Sometimes it is difficult to find the time to attend a language course that we are interested to learn. This is true especially for those who are working.

The objective of this new program is to allow everyone to choose the best time to study without having to follow a certain tight schedule. It could be in the morning, in the afternoon, at night, during weekdays or even on public holidays. 

The novelty of this tool will allow one to study Italian language at a comfortable place of one’s choice (home, office, car). What is required is only an internet connection. That’s all. 

This on line course is useful to anyone (kids, adults, old folks) who is interested to study the Italian language in a fun and easy way.

Although this new Italian program is totally free, it has the potential to be sold in the market.
Students' Perceptions of Classroom Assessment Practices (CAPs) and its relationship among the six CAPs scales
Authors: Ibrahim Nadia , Khairuddin Zurina , Khairuddin Zulaikha
Published: June 2021

This study investigated the students’ perceptions of Classroom Assessment Practices (CAPs) in Malaysian Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs). The objective of this study was to explore students’ perceptions towards CAPs and investigate if there is any relationship among the students’ perceptions towards the six scales of CAPs. There were 109 participants participating in this study and they were randomly chosen from first semester of diploma students in Malaysian Higher Education Institutions (MHEIs). This study employed quantitative research method utilising questionnaire survey, adopted and adapted from Fisher, Waldrip, & Dorman (2005). The data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software. The findings of the study suggested that the students in MHEIs agreed the CAPs implemented were congruent with planned learning, authentic and transparent,a mean to consult the lecturers and classmates, appropriately matched with their level and capability and have helped them to develop and improve their soft skillsand there was a significant positive correlation among the six scales of CAPs. The recommendations and limitations of this study were also discussed.
Workplace Ethics: The Opposition of Standards at Workplace
Authors: Ayub Khan Nur Amirah , Salleh Ainal Maziah , Abd Rahman Amir Lukman , Ahyat Muna Munirah
Published: June 2021

This study explains thoroughly in workplace ethical issues as these issues have been a controversial issue in organisations. Thus, this study will explore reviews related to literature in terms of two significant issues of employee theft and the abuse of official working hours. This study contributes a combination of a few terms, but it centres more in getting a better understanding in the factors that influence these significant issues regarding the ethical standards at a workplace with the help of comprehensive strategies in getting data. This paper specifies "workplace ethics" as one of the advantages in helping organisations to remain a good reputation and increase work productivity
The Perception of UiTM Students towards Teaching and Learning of Jawi at Various Levels of Education in Malaysia: What Should We Do to Expand Its Mastery?
Authors: Abdul Rahman Noor Azam , Mohd Amin Noraziah , Razali Wan Noorli
Published: June 2021

The present study was conducted in order to discover the overall perception of the youth which was represented by 79 UiTM Penang Malay students regarding the actions that could be taken to expand the mastery of Jawi at various levels of education in Malaysia. This research employed a quantitative method via the administration of a questionnaire containing 20 items to each respondent involved. The items were designed to answer the research question of the study, “What is the perception of UiTM Penang Malay students towards the initiatives that can be taken in order to expand the teaching and learning of Jawi at various levels of education in Malaysia?” The results revealed that most of the respondents contributed positive views towards the exposure and practice of Jawi at various levels of education and supported some initiatives suggested for expanding the teaching and learning of Jawi. For example, 33 respondents (41.8%, M= 4.24, SD= 0.738) strongly agreed with item 9 (“In my opinion, Jawi subject needs to be offered at all levels of learning (primary, secondary and tertiary levels) so that its learning can be more comprehensive”). Obviously, the respondents in majority favor the teaching and learning of Jawi to the point that they think it should be made a subject that is offered at all educational levels.
Sobre Solange Alberro, Movilidad social y sociedades indígenas de Nueva España: las elites, siglos XVI-XVIII
Authors: Rubial García Antonio
Published: June 2021

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Sobre Adrián Muñoz y Gabriel Martino, Historia mínima del yoga
Authors: Larios Borayin
Published: June 2021

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Enfiteusis y desdoblamiento de la posesión de la tierra. Entre Europa y América
Authors: Luna Pablo
Published: June 2021

El desdoblamiento de la posesión de la tierra y las riquezas naturales se ha vuelto un asunto importante en la investigación histórica. Los estudios sobre las prácticas y los contratos enfitéuticos han abierto nuevas pistas para el análisis histórico y el conocimiento del presente en el mundo rural (y también en el urbano). Si el avance ha sido notorio en Europa, los historiadores latinoamericanos también han contribuido a desbrozar ese campo del saber. Al ser la perspectiva comparatista uno de los instrumentos metodológicos más eficaces, el objetivo del presente artículo es presentar los avances de la producción europea junto con los latinoamericanos y poner de realce los retos de investigación futuros, renovando enfoques, igualmente comparatistas, sobre asuntos como el espacio rural, la propiedad de la tierra y la producción agrícola, que están nuevamente sobre el tapete.
Acondicionamiento previo deportivo para el Taekwondo Olímpico: una propuesta a partir de los ejercicios
Authors: Angiolillo Luciana , Casas Adrián
Published: June 2021

El Taekwondo Olímpico o Taekwondo Mundial (WT) es considerado el arte marcial más practicado del planeta, lidera el deporte de combate más inclusivo y accesible con una presencia activa de 210 asociaciones nacionales del mundo. Estos datos nos permiten dimensionar su importancia dentro del deporte a nivel mundial. La teoría y práctica del entrenamiento deportivo, destaca la importancia de diversas herramientas para la mejora del rendimiento del deportista. Las actividades realizadas al inicio de cada sesión de entrenamiento o competición, han demostrado influir positivamente en el rendimiento inmediato. El conjunto de estas actividades, se denomina acondicionamiento previo deportivo. En este artículo, abordaremos -desde la estructura del acondicionamiento previo deportivo-, una clasificación de los ejercicios según criterios fisiológicos y mecánicos, con la finalidad de analizar, identificar y proponer los ejercicios más idóneos para el acondicionamiento previo deportivo del Taekwondo Olímpico.