bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Crustal deformation and seismic velocity perturbations in the Alto Tiberina fault zone (Northern Apennines, Italy)
Authors: Vidal Carlos Almagro , Zaccarelli Lucia , Pintori Francesco , Serpelloni Enrico
Published: March 2024

Crustal perturbations related to seismic activity can generally be
observed with the occurrence of a large magnitude event. For less
energetic seismic sequences though, the associated transient crustal
variations are questionably measurable, and their observation gets
easily obscured by relatively stronger perturbations such as the ones
related to hydrological processes. In this study we reveal the
significant role that terrestrial water-storage variations play in
governing temporal crustal changes in the tectonically active Northern
Apennines of Italy, and discuss the potential of accounting for its
correction in order to monitor the relatively weaker transient
perturbations caused by local seismic swarms. This area is characterized
by an extensive level of low-energetic seismic activity, typically
clustered in time and space, of which three main seismic swarms outstand
during the 12-year period of study (2010-2021). Our analysis compares
independent observations and processing methods of GNSS measurements and
ambient seismic noise recordings. We adopt a multivariate statistical
approach to discriminate between independent sources of ground
deformation, and seismic noise cross-correlation analysis to monitor
relative seismic-velocity variations. The result shows how the
perturbation effects produced by variations in total water content are
dominant in both time series of ground deformations and seismic-velocity
variations. After correcting for the water-related variation effects,
our monitoring results reveal perturbations in the crustal properties
whose activation time and depth range correlate with the occurrences of
the seismic swarms.
Drought Characterization with GPS: Insights into Groundwater and Reservoir Storage in California
Authors: Young Zachary Michael , Young Zachary M , Martens Hilary R , Hoylman Zachary H , Gardner W Payton
Published: March 2024

Drought intensity is commonly characterized using meteorologicly-based
metrics that struggle to provide insight into water deficits within
deeper hydrologic systems. In contrast, Global Positioning System (GPS)
displacements are sensitive to both local and regional
hydrologic-storage fluctuations. While a few studies have leveraged this
sensitivity to produce geodetic drought indices, hydrologic drought
characterization using GPS is not commonly accounted for in drought
assessment and management. To motivate this application, we produce a
new geodetic drought index (GDI) and quantify its ability to
characterize hydrologic drought conditions in key surface and
sub-surface hydrologic reservoirs across California. In northern
California, the GDI exhibits a strong regional association with
reservoir storage at the 1-month time scale (correlation coefficient:
0.83) and groundwater levels at the 3-month time scale (correlation
coefficient: 0.87), along with moderate associations with stream
discharge at the daily (instantaneous) time scale (correlation
coefficient: 0.50). Groundwater in southern California is best
characterized with a 12-month GDI (correlation coefficient: 0.77), and
reservoir storage is optimized with the 3-month GDI (correlation
coefficient: 0.72). Differences between northern and southern California
reveal that the GDI is sensitive to unique aquifer and drainage basin
characteristics. In addition to capturing long-term hydrologic trends,
rapid changes in the GDI initiate during clusters of large atmospheric
river events that closely mirror fluctuations in traditional hydrologic
and meteorological observations. We show that GPS-based hydrologic
drought indices provide a significant opportunity to improve drought
assessment, in California and beyond, by improving our understanding of
the hydrologic cycle.
Statistical Investigation of the Storm Time Plasma Density Strip-like Bulges at Lower-Mid Latitudes
Authors: Du Wenyu , Zhong Jiahao , Wan Xin , Hao Yongqiang , Xiong Chao , Wang Hui , Cui Jun , Liu Yiwen , Li Qiaoling , Kuai Jiawei
Published: March 2024

The strip-like bulge is a storm-time conjugate ionospheric plasma
density enhancement that extends widely (over 150° in longitude) in the
zonal dimension but occupies only 1°~5° in latitude.
Based on in-situ measurements of 11 low earth orbit (LEO) satellites,
this study statistically investigates the bulge structures of
geomagnetic storms driven by 136 interplanetary coronal mass ejections
(ICMEs) during 2000~2021. The statistical results show
that the strip-like bulges are initiated at the end of the storm main
phase and can persist for more than 60 hours. The spatial and temporal
coverage of the strip-like bulge varies from storm to storm. However,
the bulges do exhibit occurrence preferences: stronger storms, the
Asian-Pacific sector (with eastward magnetic declination), the nightside
of the dawn-dusk terminator, and solar minimum periods. A quiet time
density enhancement called midlatitude extra peaks could be recognized
as a precursor of the strip-like bulge. The plasmaspheric compression
shares some similar occurrence features with the strip-like bulge,
indicating a field-aligned downward and cross-L inward intrusion of the
plasmaspheric ions. The local net ion drifts partly support this
scenario with downward/inward being the most dominant but not unique
pattern, other diverse net ion drift configurations exist but their
impact on the strip-like bulges remains unclear.
An Economical Open-Source Lagrangian Drifter Design to Measure Deep Currents in Lakes
Authors: McCaffrey Lewis , Koeberle Alexander L
Published: March 2024

The objective was to construct and test an economical, accurate, and
open-source Lagrangian drifter design suitable for lakes <200
km2. Lagrangian drifters are used to trace water currents in marine and
freshwater settings and comprise of a low-friction surface float
containing instrumentation for location and environmental measurement,
tethered to a high-friction drogue at the depth of interest. Oceanic
drifters are robust but expensive, and this design tailored to inland
lake waterbodies fills a durability and cost gap for lake environments.
Water-following characteristics were tested using theoretical drag
coefficient calculations, practical drag measurements, and comparison of
wind and drifter vectors while deployed on two deep inland lakes
(maximum area 175 km2) in the Finger Lakes region of New York, USA. The
ratio of drag between float and drogue met or exceeded the minimum value
of 40 recommended in the literature, and the vectors of wind and drifter
during deployment were independent of one another, meaning the device
accurately traced the movement of water currents at depth without undue
influence of wind and waves. Each device cost USD $265 in 2021 and was
built from materials readily available at hardware and sporting goods
stores, allowing their use by research institutions and communities with
smaller budgets. This design reliably measured lake currents at sampling
depths that ranged from to 30 m. We anticipate that this design will
have application to a wide range of hydrodynamic and ecological research
where empirical insights to physical processes like lake currents are
sought by scientists and managers.
Emerging Trends in Sustainable Entrepreneurial Behavior: Bibliometric Data Insights
Authors: ABD RAHMAN NURUL HAYANI , MOHAMED ISA ZURAIDAH , ANUAR AZYYATI
Published: March 2024

The present study explores the current trends in sustainable entrepreneurial behavior to contribute fundamental knowledge for future academic research in the dynamic field of sustainable entrepreneurship. This study employs a bibliometric analysis using the Scopus database to identify significant changes and emerging topics in academic discourse about the selected keywords. By employing a systematic approach, one can attain a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter and establish a solid foundation for subsequent research. The analysis comprises a total of 666 articles obtained from Scopus. This study utilizes methodological tools like Microsoft Excel, Harzing’s Publish or Perish program, and VOS viewer. These tools were used to quantify and evaluate citation frequencies. This method enables the assessment of the academic output and influence exerted by document type, evolution of published studies, subject area, and prominent keywords. Nevertheless, there are several constraints associated with this study, including the omission of articles published after 2022 and a specific emphasis on English-language publications from 1991 to 2022. Notwithstanding these limitations, there has been a substantial and continuous academic emphasis on the study of sustainable entrepreneurial behavior. Future research should investigate sustainable behavior within the context of social entrepreneurship. The government and policymakers have the ability to significantly contribute to the creation of an ecosystem that promotes sustainable entrepreneurship and sustainable development.
The Impact of Stock Market Development on Economic Growth a Case of Malaysia
Authors: KHAIRUNNISA ZULKIFLI  , Safian Sharulshahida Shakrein , MOHD RADZIL RAZIDA HANEM , SHAHARUDDIN NORHASIMAH
Published: March 2024

The stock market is important among many financial markets. Stock Market Development is one of the enabling factors for Economic Growth. The recession crisis occurred a few times and badly affected Malaysia's Economic Growth (GDP) and Stock Market Development (SMD). Also, during the recent pandemic of COVID-19, there was a different reaction by investors and individuals overall towards the economy in Malaysia. There were inconsistent trends when the global recession in 2008 happened and COVID-19 started to spread in Malaysia for both SMD and GDP. This study aims to determine the relationship between SMD and GDP in Malaysia. Using Market Capitalization (MCAP) (as a proxy to (SMD)), Exchange Rate (EXC) and Trade Openness (TRADE) as independent variables and GDP as the dependent variable. Data from 1981 to 2020 is analyzed using Granger causality, and the ARDL method along with applying the Endogenous Growth theory. The findings of the ARDL long-run test suggested that SMD and TRADE have a positive and statistically insignificant relationship with GDP. EXC has a negative and statistically significant relationship with GDP. Granger causality test suggested a bidirectional relationship between EXC and TRADE with GDP. There is a unidirectional causality between SMD and GDP where GDP Granger causes SMD. To improve market regulation, The government should ensure the stock market is well-regulated and transparent, boost investor confidence, and increase market investment. Encouraging trade openness and exports can also help increase exchange rates and boost ringgit's demand.
Successful Leadership Styles from the Lense of Qualitative Perspective: A Conceptual Visit
Authors: Hud Nur Hidayah , Arham Ahmad Fadhly , Muhamad Hanapiyah Zulkefli
Published: March 2024

This paper explores the relevancy of transformational and servant leadership styles in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia. The topic of leadership has been studied extensively throughout the years, with various leadership theories have been proposed. Previous studies have also highlighted on how leadership style is crucial in influencing the performance of an organization. Moreover, these two well-known leadership styles are believed to sit well with the concepts and strategies practiced among SMEs in this country. This study seeks to offer literature and practical insights into why these two styles of leadership are relevant and practical for the distinctive circumstances of Malaysian SMEs. Therefore, the researcher concluded with a rationale that applying the right and suitable leadership styles will influence the performance and success of Malaysian SMEs in the future.
Frå norsk eksepsjonalisme til provinsialisering av det norske? Didaktiske mogelegheiter med postkoloniale perspektiv
Authors: Fagerheim Kalsås Vidar
Published: March 2024

Rasistiske strukturar i det norske samfunnet byggjer i dag på førestillingar om norsk eksepsjonalisme (Jensen & Loftsdóttir, 2012, s. 2) og manglande anerkjenning av nordisk kolonial medverknad (Vourela, 2009). Med inspirasjon frå postkolonial teori har tidlegare studiar av historieundervisninga i skulen peika på at undervisninga fører til at slike førestillingar blir reproduserte (Jore, 2018; Mikander, 2015; Rastas, 2012). Samstundes har det vore lite utforska kva didaktiske inngangar og perspektiv postkolonial teori kan gi historieundervisninga. Grunnlaget for denne artikkelen er at eg har lese nokre sentrale tekstar om postkolonial historieskriving (Chakrabarty, 2008; Guha, 1988; Spivak, 1988) med eit blikk for kva perspektiv og inngangar desse posisjonane kan gi for ei historieundervisning som siktar mot å utfordre førestillingar om norsk eksepsjonalisme og synleggjere fortidig nordisk kolonial medverknad. I artikkelen peikar eg på det didaktiske potensialet som ligg i nokre av desse perspektiva for ein norsk skulekontekst.
English abstract
From Norwegian Exceptionalism to Provincializing the Norwegian? Didactical Possibilities With Post-Colonial Perspectives
Racism in Norwegian society is grounded in notions of Norwegian exceptionalism (Jensen & Loftsdóttir, 2012, s. 2) and a lack of acknowledgment of Nordic colonial complicity (Vourela, 2009). Previous studies of history education have used post-colonial theory to show that teaching history leads to reproducing such notions (Jore, 2018; Mikander, 2015; Rastas, 2012). However, little work has been done on what didactical potential and perspectives post-colonial theory can give to alternative ways of teaching history. The basis for this article is my reading of some central texts within post-colonial history writing (Chakrabarty, 2008; Guha, 1988; Spivak, 1988), and my exploration of what kind of perspectives and points of departure these texts can provide for an alternative history teaching, that aims towards challenging notions of Norwegian exceptionalism and render visible Nordic colonial complicity. The article highlights some of the didactical potential in these perspectives for history teaching in a Norwegian context.
The Absent Curriculum in Finnish History Textbooks: The Case of Colonialism
Authors: Kohvakka Tanja
Published: March 2024

This article examines the gaps in relation to the Sámi people and the colonization of Sápmi (Sámi homeland) in Finnish history textbooks. In the Finnish school system, there is very little knowledge about the Sámi and the colonization of Sápmi. The article uses the concept of the absent curriculum in order to highlight the gaps in history textbooks. The absent curriculum refers to topics and themes that could have, but have not, been included in the curriculum. Using discourse analysis, the article analyses two different time periods described in textbooks: the 19th and 20th centuries as well as prehistory. The results show that colonialist interventions in Sápmi are not conceptually tied to colonialism in the textbooks, even though some textbooks include descriptions of Finnish assimilationist acts in Sápmi. As regards to prehistory, the textbooks vary in their descriptions of the Sámi: some textbooks clearly define them as a distinct indigenous people, whereas others do not mention them at all. Finally, this article proposes some improvements that could enhance the inclusion of Sámi and colonization of Sápmi in history textbooks.
SUBSTANTIATION OF THE ANOMALIES OF THE MEASUREMENT RESULTS FOR TRAJECTORIES OF GRAVITATIONAL MANEUVER OF SPACE VEHICLES
Authors:   Lviv Politecnic National University, Сhaban Vasil
Published: March 2024

In astronomical research, the problem of measuring the trajectories of the gravitational maneuver of space vehi- cles in the gravitational field of large celestial bodies arises. The known measurement results differ from those predicted by classi- cal celestial mechanics. A practical solution to this anomaly is possible only based on an adequate mathematical model. For this purpose, we have adapted Newton’s law of universal gravitation to the case of moving masses in a possible range of speeds in flat space and physical time. At the same time, the finite speed of propagation of the gravitational field is taken into account. The dif- ferential equations of motion of cosmic bodies have been obtained. In the heliocentric and planetocentric coordinate systems, tran- sient processes in the cosmic three-mass system are simulated – star, planet, and man-made spacecraft (Sun-Mercury-space probe). To more deeply identify the essence of gravitational interaction, transient processes of both acceleration and deceleration of the space vehicle were simulated depending on the specified space-velocity initial conditions for the differential equations of motion. The results of the simulation of transient processes are attached.
USE OF CONTROL CHARTS OF CUMULATIVE AMOUNTS FOR THE METHOD OF EXTENDING THE SERVICE LIFE OF THE IONIZING RADIATION SOURCE ACCORDING TO CALIBRATION RESULTS
Authors:   Lviv Politecnic National University, Hots Natalia , Berestov Ruslan ,   Lviv Politecnic National University
Published: March 2024

The article forms and substantiates the application of control charts for the method of extending the service life of the source of ionizing radiation (SIR). An algorithm for its aim was developed. The main types of con- trol charts and the features of their application were considered. A methodology for constructing a cusum map for extending the service life of SIRs based on the results of their calibrations, as well as a methodology for checking the results of SIR calibration for statistical controllability, were developed. Extrapolation methods were considered, and the method of least squares was chosen as the most optimal for this technique.
TEST PLATFORM PARADIGM FOR UNDERWATER DYNAMICS MEASUREMENTS
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Zeng Xinyu , Yatsyshyn Svyatoslav ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University
Published: March 2024

This paper presents a test platform paradigm for underwater dynamics measurement. The platform aims to ad- dress the limitations of current measurement techniques and provide a comprehensive understanding of underwater dynamics. The proposed platform incorporates advanced control systems and compensation techniques to improve the accuracy and reliability of measurements. The effectiveness of the platform is demonstrated through experimental results, showing improved performance compared to existing methods. The test platform paradigm offers a promising approach for underwater dynamics measurement in various applications.
Selection of areas prospective for the search of primary hydrogen in the territory of Ukraine (based on the data of the 3D P-velocity model of the mantle)
Authors: Tsvetkova T.O. , Bugaienko I.V. , Zaiets L.M.
Published: March 2024

The work aimed to identify promising areas for the search for primary hydrogen in Ukraine using a 3D P-velocity model of the mantle under Ukraine and its surroundings. The work uses a 3D P-velocity model of the mantle under the territory of Ukraine and its surroundings from a depth of 50 to 1700 km north of 50° NL and up to 2500 km to the south. The model is derived using ISC bulletin data from 1964 and is presented as horizontal and vertical cross-sections.

Since the manifestation of hydrogen is primarily associated with the release of ultra-deep fluid tracks in the mantle, a brief analysis of them was presented. A detailed analysis of all nine superdeep mantle fluids isolated on the territory of Ukraine and their velocity characteristics was carried out. A comparison of the location of the routes of passage of superdeep fluids and the velocity structure of the mantle of the considered territory showed that they are confined to tectonically activated areas. In order to confirm the possible pre­sence of primary hydrogen in selected tracks of superdeep mantle fluids, heat flow density maps, a temperature map at a depth of 50 km, a map of the depth of the Moho boundary, a conductivity density map, and a fault map of the Ukrainian Shield were considered.

A comparative analysis of maps of the location of superdeep mantle fluids and regions on the territory of Ukraine with increased heat flow, increased depth of the Moho boun­dary, and the presence of mantle conductors and faults was carried out. Summarizing the results of the comparative analysis, the most promising areas for the search for primary hydrogen were selected, corresponding to the following routes of superdeep fluids: f12, the northeastern part of f3, the southern part of f4 (the area of the Dnipro-Donetsk basin), the southwestern part of f1 (the area of the Western Ukrainian oil and gas-bearing region) and f9 and f10 (region of the South Crimean oil and gas-bearing province).
Anisotropic media with singular slowness surfaces
Authors: Roganov Yu.V. , Stovas A. , Roganov V.Yu.
Published: March 2024

It is proved that if an anisotropic medium has an open set of singular directions, then this medium has two slowness surfaces that completely coincide. The coinciding slowness surfaces form one double singular slowness surface. The corresponding anisotropic medium is an elliptical orthorhombic (ORT) medium with equal stiffness coefficients c44=c55=c66 rotated to an arbitrary coordinate system. Based on the representation of the Christoffel matrix as a uniaxial tensor and considering that the elements of the Christoffel matrix are quadratic forms in the components of the slowness vector, a system of homogeneous polynomial equations was derived. Then, the identical equalities between homogeneous polynomials are replaced by the equalities between their coefficients. As a result, a new system of equations is obtained, the solution of which is the values of the reduced (density normalized) stiffness coefficients in a medium with a singular surface. Conditions for the positive definite of the obtained stiffness matrix are studied. For the defined medium, the Christoffel equations and equations of group velocity surfaces are derived. The orthogonal rotation matrix that transforms the medium with a singular surface into an elliptic ORT medium in the canonical coordinate system is determined. In the canonical coordinate system, the slowness surfaces S1 and S2 waves coincide and are given by a sphere with a radius . The slowness surface of qP waves in the canonical coordinate system is an ellipsoid with semi-axes , , . The polarization vectors of S1 and S2 waves can be arbitrarily selected in the plane orthogonal to the polarization vector of the qP wave. However, the qP wave polarization vector can be significantly different from the wave vector. This feature should be taken into account in the joint processing and modelling of S and qP waves. The results are illustrated in one example of an elliptical ORT medium.
Boundary of recent activation and seismicity on the platform part of Ukraine
Authors: Gordienko V.V. , Gordienko I.V. , Goncharova Ya.A. , Tarasov V.M.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of the work is to clarify the boundaries of the recent activation (RA) zone in the platform part of Ukraine. Such limitations are evident for the Alpine Carpathian geosyncline and the Hercynian-Cimmerian Scythian plate. For the East European Platform, the edge of the zone is determined by the magnitude of the mantle gravity anomaly. This option gives a more definite result than the previously used complex of geological and geophysical data. The applied technique, in addition to the usual two-dimensional density modeling along DSS profiles, includes the processing of the obtained data by kri­ging. This allows you to fill in the area between the profiles and trace the detailed shape of the zone boundary. The magnitude of the anomaly at the edge of the active region was calculated. In the center of the zone, the studied perturbation (the difference between the gravitational effect of the crust and the observed field) is 30—40 mGl, at the edge — 20 mGl. An estimate of the error in determining the anomaly was made, it turned out to be at the level of 10 mGl. The value at the boundary is less than the tripled error. In this situation, a special procedure is needed to detect spatial variations in the position of the boundary. For this, for the first time, two of its calculation options were used: using kri­ging and using artificial profiles located between the real ones. The crustal sections under the artificial ones were average between the real ones, the observed field on the artificial profile was used. An average difference in the boundary position of 13 km was obtained. The practically important question of the ecological consequences of manifestations of activity in the RA zone on the platform is considered. Seismicity does not pose a significant threat, as does the release of helium with anomalous isotopy and hydrogen. Catastrophes happen precisely during the exploitation of gas and coal deposits, and not as a result of the natural evolution of these objects.
Investigating Saudi EFL Female University Students’ Command of Journalistic Writing: An SFL-based Study on Textual Organization
Authors: A. Alshehri Abdulmohsin
Published: March 2024

This study examines written literacy outcomes among Saudi female university students undertaking an EFL journalistic course over fourteen weeks. It specifically aims to explore their competence in the English hard news genre. It, thus, seeks to address the following question: after completing the course, to what degree did students create texts structurally matching the conventional English news report? The significance of this study lies in its integration of media and education, employment of linguistic analysis based on Systemic Functional Linguistics, and use of English expert news reports for comparison with students’ journalistic texts. It deployed the genre-based pedagogy devised within the Sydney School to design the news writing course. Twenty-five students undertook such a course during the 2022 academic year. This study gathered those students’ writing to subject it to linguistic scrutiny, assessing each student over one news report after completing the course. It reports that, after the course, half of the class developed their ability to produce the genre of the standard English language hard news report. Those students created texts that matched the professional news articles in the corpus, thus effectively following the textual features of such a genre.
Investigating the Professional Needs of Undergraduate Translation Students at the College of Language Sciences, King Saud University
Authors: Rashed Alkatheery Eman , Adel Salamah Dania , Mohammed Al-Otaibi Ghuzayyil
Published: March 2024

Translation instructors typically select texts based on what they think students need. However, their translation experience may not extend beyond teaching translation. Furthermore, previous research reported a gap between translator training and the translation job market. As translation courses should cater to the needs of the translation profession, the current study was motivated by the importance of identifying the professional needs of undergraduate translation students in the English Language Program at the College of Language Sciences, King Saud University, to identify any gap between the Program’s requirements and workplace practices. Using questionnaires, interviews, and the analysis of relevant documents, the researchers attempted to identify the most frequent fields, genres, skills, and evaluation criteria professional translators encounter at the workplace. The graduates of the Program under investigation, reported that the most frequent translation fields in the job market were the business translation and legal translation. Furthermore, the most common genres were terms and conditions, policies, reports, agreements and contracts, and website content. The analysis of the documents and interview data showed that the genres addressed in the legal translation course align with the genres encountered at the workplace. In addition, the evaluation criteria adopted by course instructors are well-aligned with the aspects emphasized by employers. In general, some significant discrepancies were found between the Program and the job market regarding genres and fields. Thus, it is recommended that course specifications and objectives are revised in light of job market needs.
An Investigation of How Foundation Learners Perceive Their Use of Learning Strategies
Authors: Mohd Akahsah Namirah , Azizun Najwa , Vijayan Bharathi , Ibrahim @ Musa Hariati , Ridhwan Saleh Muhammad , Hanim Rahmat Noor
Published: March 2024

Transitioning from school to higher education institutions, learners may face many challenges, especially in coping with the new cultures of tertiary education. Learners entering universities come from a broad spectrum of diverse backgrounds, including various types of public and private secondary schools such as Full Boarding Schools, Vocational Colleges and Technical High Schools, Government-Aided Religious Schools, National Religious Secondary Schools, Sports Schools, Art Schools, The Royal Military Academy, MARA Junior Colleges of Science (MRSM), and many other private schools. Thus, it is pivotal that learning styles and strategies are redesigned to adapt to the demands of university education. The present study aims to discover the perception of learning strategy utilization among foundation studies learners. This quantitative research explores the relationship among cognitive, metacognitive self-regulation, and resource management as components of learning strategies as propounded by Wenden and Rubin (1987). A purposive sample of 297 participants, randomly selected among learners at the Centre of Foundation Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA, responded to the survey. The survey utilized a 5-point Likert scale which comprises four sections. The results indicate that the three components of learning strategies positively correlate with one another. In addition, it is also found that metacognitive self-regulation positively influences learners by guiding them in supervising their learning process and resolving their confusion by referring back to their reading materials and seeking help from their peers. This finding is crucial to aid educators in employing suitable learning strategies for foundation learners to prepare them for their degree studies.
English Language Awareness of Distance and Face-to-Face Learners in Turkish Higher Education
Authors: Kuluşaklı Emine , Genç Gülten
Published: March 2024

The main aim of the current study is to explore the profiles of language awareness of distance and face-to-face EFL learners. The study sheds light on the need to consider the effects of language awareness in distance and face-to-face education as language awareness is essential in foreign language learning in both education types and needs to be improved to make learners know much about how to use English. The main question addressed by the research is whether there are any differences between the language awareness of distance and face-to-face EFL learners regarding course type, gender, and age. The context of the study is Türkiye, where English is taught as a foreign language in higher education institutions. The study uses a survey method and includes 157 language learners distance and 225 face-to-face, 382 learners attending a state university in Türkiye. The study’s results unveiled significant differences between distance and face-to-face language learners regarding language awareness. There was an apparent disparity between distance-learning and face-to-face approaches in linguistic awareness and communicative awareness, as the face-to-face learning group scored significantly higher in these dimensions. While distance and face-to-face learners had close scores in the dimensions of cultural awareness and metacognitive awareness, the findings revealed that face-to-face learners scored somewhat higher, which helps to explain how the physical classroom setting may have some influence on learners’ cultural sensitivity and metacognitive awareness. The results suggested that distance education learners should improve their consciousness about language and have the necessary instruction to enhance their language awareness. Keywords: Distance education, face-to-face education, foreign language learning, higher education, language awareness,
Enhancing Translation Competence: Investigating Summarization Impact on English/French to Arabic Translation.
Authors: Abdulwahhab Ismail Ismail
Published: March 2024

The training of oral and written summarization is embedded in Cognitive Apprenticeship Theory (CAT). This study examines how this form of intervention can improve the long-term reading comprehension skills of students at the Intermediate level; under a program to train translators in English/French into Arabic. It assesses the effectiveness of individual learning and cooperative study methods. One group was given personalized learning, another collaborative; both were split further into spoken and written groups. The 120 students in this cohort all came from the translation studies department at Al-Noor University College (all under age 23). During the six sessions, a delayed post-test used summarization and cooperation scales. The results obtained from one-way ANOVA clarify the impact of summarization training, with verbal groups performing better than written and control learning. In the delayed post-test, groups engaged in collaborative learning notably improved. According to survey results, questions about teacher and student feedback offer mainly positive evaluations of summarization strategies and collaborative learning in translation studies. This study stresses the advanced reading skills in translation studies students gained through summarization training or collaborative learning. This study investigates if there are significant differences in the delayed improvement of reading skills among Translation Department students due to different patterns of summarization training, individually and collaboratively. It also investigates whether there is a significant difference in the delayed effects on reading skills between collaborative and individual approaches, as well as summarizing strategies perception among teachers and students working in Translation Departments
Financial literacy and its influence on financial decision: a bibliometric approach
Authors: Shuhaimi Samanol , Rosliza Md Zani
Published: March 2024

Financial literacy is critical in influencing financial decisions, particularly in today's complex financial market where individuals are constantly confronted with a diverse range of financial goods, complex investing possibilities, and ever-changing economic situations. The significance of making informed and wise financial decisions, including budgeting, savings, investments, and retirement planning, cannot be overstated. This prompts a gaining interest in financial literacy and its impact on financial decisions. More researchers are looking into various facets of financial literacy and how it affects individual’s and society’s financial well-being, subsequently paving the way for a better knowledge of this vital topic. Therefore, this study aims to highlight the current research trend on financial literacy influencing financial decisions. It involved a bibliometric analysis of data retrieved from the Scopus database by focusing on keywords related to financial literacy and financial decision-making. A total of 417 relevant documents were obtained for detailed analysis. Several analytical tools were used in this study, including Microsoft Excel for frequency analysis, VOSviewer for data visualization, and Harzing's Publish or Perish for citation metrics and analysis. The results were presented using typical bibliometric indicators, such as publication year, keyword analysis, geographical distribution, authorship, active institutions, and citation analysis. The findings showed a significant increase in financial literacy publications since 2014, highlighting the growing relevance of financial literacy and its broader societal impacts.
Driving e-Wallet continuance usage intention: a survey among generation Alpha in Malaysia during COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Hong Ren Ho , Mohd Remie Mohd Johan , Thilagavathi Muttu
Published: March 2024

The COVID-19 outbreak has affected almost every aspect of human life particularly vulnerable group such as Generation Alpha. E-wallet has become increasingly essential to avoid the virus transmission. The pandemic has led to a remarkable increase in e-wallet transactions in Malaysia. However, the reason behind the rapid rise in e-wallet usage is not widely agreed upon. Due to a lack of study on this topic, this paper contributes to the knowledge gap by studying and examining the significant factors that influence private university students’ continued usage intention to use e-wallet as a payment mechanism during the pandemic by incorporating constructs from Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 (UTAUT2), Technology Continuance Theory (TCT), and Health Belief Model (HBM) into an integrated model. The study employed a quantitative design using Pearson correlation analysis and multiple linear regression analysis to assess the relationship between the variables through SPSS application. The convenience sampling method was used to select about 378 respondents from private universities in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, including UCSI University, Management & Science University, Asia Pacific University, HELP University, Taylor’s University, Sunway University, and SEGi University. The results revealed that facilitating conditions, social influence, perceived usefulness, perceived COVID-19 risk, and price benefit has a significant and positive contribution towards e-wallet continuance usage intention among Generation Alpha in Malaysia during the pandemic. The practical implications for the government and the service providers from the present findings can be used to develop strategies to promote the continuous intention of e-wallet usage during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A case study of Waqf Institutions: reasons for not implementing crowdfunding
Authors: Nur Athirah Abd Rahman , Hasyeilla Abd Mutalib , Nurul Labanihuda Abdull Rahman , Nurnazifa Gzahli , Nur Ain Nazihah Muhammad Rizal
Published: March 2024

The crowdfunding industry in Malaysia has experienced rapid growth, with a variety of platform options available in the market. The increasing popularity of crowdfunding in Malaysia can be attributed to the support of information systems, particularly the internet and technology. The realm of financial technology innovations serves to enhance multiple facets of waqf fund management, particularly in addressing the challenges encountered by existing waqf models. As a result, waqf institutions can meet their liquidity needs for developing waqf properties without heavy reliance on government fund allocations by using the crowdfunding. Crowdfunding serves as a promising mechanism to achieve these objectives. Hence, the purpose of this study is to investigate why the waqf institution does not use crowdfunding to collect waqf funds. This study took a qualitative approach, analysing three chosen SIRCs in Malaysia's Northern Region. The data is subsequently subjected to thematic analysis. According to the survey, both WI1 and WI2 do not adopt crowdfunding owing to a lack of expertise and seek to increase the use of cashless waqf; however, WI3 already uses crowdfunding as a way of collecting waqf funds. The findings from this study will provide researchers with new information.
Empowering underachieving youths in producing videos on social media: a study on the effectiveness of the BE:GINOW Training Programme
Authors: Che Nooryohana Zulkifli , Nur Afiqah Ab. Latif , Melati Desa , Raja Rosila Raja Berahim , Nurul Bazilah Abd. Hamid
Published: March 2024

This study conducted a detailed analysis of how academically underachieving youth use technology and social media to create videos as part of a training programme called BE:GINOW. A mixed study design that combined a quantitative method using questionnaires and qualitative methods through interviews was used. The questionnaires were distributed through two phases: pre-BE:GINOW programme (Phase 1) and post-BE:GINOW programme (Phase 2), which intended to compare the videos produced by the participants before and after the programme. We also conducted two interview sessions to obtain feedback from external facilitators and participants on the effectiveness of the programme. The results show that BE:GINOW has successfully helped the participants produce more quality videos after eight months of participating in the programme. Respondents agreed that the post-programmed videos were better in terms of presentation structure, message delivery, language use and presentation style. The external facilitators and participants also confirmed the effectiveness of BE:GINOW in motivating and guiding the underachieving youth to improve their skills in the production of videos. It is envisaged that a programme like BE:GINOW will serve as a model for future technology-based training, acting as a catalyst for academic underachievers to expand their life skills and become active content creators.
The effects of foam rolling vs massage as recovery tools among UiTM Perlis FC footballers
Authors: Muhammad Nuh Sharid Roslan , Muhammad Hazim Zuraimy , Mohd Hazwan Zikri Abdul Halim , Nurul Afiqah Bakar , Mohd Faridz Ahmad
Published: March 2024

A new idea of recovery has been discovered called self-myofascial release. Foam rolling is one of the self-myofascial approaches that can help to speed up the recovery process. It works by relaxing contracted muscles, improving blood and lymphatic circulation, and stimulating the stretch reflex in muscles. However, there is no previous research that studies the comparison of recovery modalities between foam rolling (FR), massage (M) and passive recovery (PAS) as tools of the recovery process on youth footballers. The aim of this study was to examine the effectiveness of FR (20 minutes of FR exercises on quadriceps, hamstrings, adductors, gluteus, and gastrocnemius), M (20 minutes of M on quadriceps, hamstrings, adductors, gluteus and gastrocnemius) and passive recovery (20 minutes sit on a bench) interventions performed immediately after a training session on Total Quality Recovery (TQR), perceived muscle soreness (VAS), jump performance, agility, sprint, and flexibility 24 hours after the training. During the two experimental sessions, 30 UiTM FC football players participated in a randomized controlled trial design. The first session was designed to collect the pretest values of each variable. After baseline measurements, the players performed a standardized football training. At the end of the training unit, all the players were randomly assigned to the FR, M and PAS recovery groups. A second experimental session was conducted to obtain the posttest values. As results, CMJ, agility (Arrowhead) and TQR showed positive effects in the FR group in comparison with the M and PAS groups at 24 hours after training. Thus, it is recommended that football coaches and physical trainers working with football players use a structured recovery session lasting approximately 20 minutes based on FR exercises that could be implemented at the end of a training session to enhance recovery between training loads.
Comportamientos diferenciales a la podredumbre blanca de capítulos detectados empleando una cantidad mínima de recursos en híbridos de girasol
Authors: Delgado Santiago Germán , Castaño Fernando Daniel , Cendoya Maria Gabriela
Published: March 2024

Sclerotinia sclerotiorum provoca la podredumbre blanca del capítulo (PBC) en girasol, el cual le ofrece una resistencia de tipo cuantitativa. Consecuentemente, los programas de mejoramiento desarrollaran híbridos moderadamente resistentes a PBC para minimizar los daños potenciales de la enfermedad. La selección de híbridos se efectúa en ensayos multiambientales; no obstante, esta estrategia acarrea un gasto elevado. El objetivo fue hallar la asignación más adecuada de los recursos disponibles, aplicados en los ensayos tendientes a diferenciar híbridos por su nivel de resistencia a la PBC. Por ello en Balcarce se realizaron, durante 3 años, experimentos en el campo bajo un diseño en bloques completos aleatorizados con 3 repeticiones, en los que 37 híbridos fueron inoculados de forma asistida con S. sclerotiorum. A los capítulos enfermos se les midió el período de incubación relativo-PIR y el crecimiento diario relativo de la lesión-CLR (dos componentes de la resistencia parcial a aquella enfermedad). Se estimaron los BLUPs para cada híbrido, empleando todos los recursos disponibles (i.e. 108 plantas/híbrido, resultantes de la combinación 3 años, 3 repeticiones y 12 plantas/parcela), así como para aquellas combinaciones involucrando niveles menores de recursos. La prueba de la diferencia mínima significativa distinguió híbridos según sus BLUPs. Para ambas variables, hubo comportamientos diferenciales con la totalidad y con niveles menores de recursos. Los resultados mostraron la posibilidad de diferenciar, en un mismo ensayo, híbridos por su PIR y CLR ahorrando el 50% de los recursos disponibles al inicio de la experimentación, sin que la evaluación genotípica sea significativamente afectada.
Inclusive Labor Market and Participation of Person with Disabilities: Case Study in Indonesia, Denmark, France, and Ireland
Authors: Suwitanty Ananda Putri Pratama , Setyari Ni Putu Wiwin
Published: March 2024

An inclusive labor market for persons with disabilities is one of the priority issues discussed in the G20, especially in the Employment Working Group (EWG) field. Typically, the number of individuals with disabilities participating in the labor market is lower than that of their non-disabled counterparts, mainly due to the company’s reluctance to hire disabled workers. This study aims to investigate the impact of disability on participation in the inclusive labor market. This research uses panel data from four countries - Indonesia, Denmark, France, and Ireland - spanning the years 2016 to 2021, sourced from the International Labor Organization (ILO). The variables used to determine the factors that influence the participation of individuals with disabilities in the labor market are their educational level, the number of disabled individuals in rural areas and their average income. By using the Fixed Effect Model, it is known that people with disabilities who have received education and the number of people with disabilities living in urban areas have a positive and significant effect on the participation of people with disabilities in the labor market. Meanwhile, the average income of people with disabilities has a negative and insignificant effect on the participation of people with disabilities in the labor market. Efforts to increase the participation of people with disabilities in the labor market are important as welfare reform, indicators of the success of inclusive development and poverty alleviation among groups of people with disabilities.