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THE PROTECTION OF ARTISTIC WORK UNDER INDIAN COPYRIGHT LAW
Authors: Jilova Nishant Kumar
Published: October 2024

This research paper examines the legal framework for the protection of artistic works under the Indian Copyright Act, exploring the scope of copyright protection, the challenges faced by artists in enforcing their rights, and the impact of recent amendments and judicial interpretations on the safeguarding of artistic creations in the country. Under the Indian Copyright Act of 1957, which is the primary legislation governing copyright in the country, a wide array of works is eligible for copyright protection, encompassing not only literary and dramatic compositions, but also musical creations and artistic works. However, the application of copyright law to the field of art has been a subject of ongoing scholarly discourse, with concerns raised regarding the potential for content-based laws to have a chilling effect on the publication and dissemination of artistic works, as navigating the legal system should a work be impugned is invariably arduous, with the process itself often serving as a form of punishment, as Lawrence Liang once put it with reference to laws criminalising certain content which could be deemed socially or politically contentious. This paper will delve into the nuances of copyright protection for artistic works in India, examining the evolution of the legal framework, the challenges faced by artists, and the potential impact of recent legislative and judicial developments on the safeguarding of artistic expression in the country.
PROTECTION OF NON-VISIBLE MARKS UNDER THE TRADE MARKS ACT, 1999: ISSUES AND CHALLENGES
Authors: Mahalwar Vandana
Published: October 2024

Traditionally, trademarks have been significant for establishing the brand identity in the ever expanding field of intellectual property. These marks have been mostly visual, like logos, symbols, or phrases that differentiate one entity’s products from those of other. However, with an increase in number of consumers and growth of market, a new category of trademarks, known as non-traditional trademarks, has evolved over a period of time. Recent trends, however, indicate that manufacturers are in the need of registration of the non-traditional marks. Non-conventional trade marks, emerging as one of the noticeable strategies of the twentieth century, can further be classified into visible and non-visible marks. This article delves into the fascinating realm of non-visible trademarks in India, examining the legal issues and challenges relating to the registration of such marks. The issues such as visual perception, graphical representations, distinctiveness, and functionality have been discussed in this article.
INNOVATION IN PEDAGOGICAL PRACTICES: TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED LEARNING IN HIGHER EDUCATION
Authors: Kusum Lata
Published: October 2024

The integration of technology in higher education has transformed pedagogical practices, facilitating a shift from traditional teaching methods to more dynamic, interactive, and personalized learning experiences. This paper explores the innovations in pedagogical practices driven by technology-enhanced learning (TEL). It examines the impact of TEL on student engagement, learning outcomes, and teaching methodologies, while also addressing challenges and future directions for implementation in higher education.
ENHANCING HEAT RESILIENCE OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN DELHI NCR THROUGH CROSS VENTILATION
Authors: Choudhury Deepashree , Sharma Harshita
Published: October 2024

In regions characterized by extreme temperatures like the Delhi National Capital Region (NCR), ensuring the heat resilience of affordable housing is paramount for the well-being and comfort of residents. This research paper investigates the role of cross ventilation in enhancing the heat resilience of affordable housing in Delhi NCR. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, building design principles, and case studies, this study elucidates the multifaceted benefits of cross ventilation in mitigating the impacts of heat stress in affordable housing settings. The research highlights that cross ventilation plays a pivotal role in natural cooling by facilitating the exchange of indoor and outdoor air. This process reduces indoor temperatures and alleviates the need for mechanical cooling systems, thereby enhancing energy efficiency and reducing utility costs for residents. Moreover, cross ventilation improves indoor air quality by expelling pollutants and moisture, contributing to a healthier living environment, which is particularly crucial in densely populated affordable housing units.Furthermore, the study underscores the significance of cross ventilation in passive cooling strategies, emphasizing its integration into building design principles such as window placement, building orientation, and airflow optimization. These strategies not only enhance thermal comfort but also bolster the resilience of affordable housing to power outages, providing a reliable cooling solution even in the absence of electricity.Through a synthesis of theoretical frameworks and practical insights, this research proposes cross ventilation as a cost-effective and sustainable approach to address heat resilience challenges in affordable housing in Delhi NCR. By advocating for the incorporation of cross ventilation into building codes, policies, and urban planning initiatives, this paper aims to empower stakeholders in the affordable housing sector to create more livable and resilient communities in the face of rising temperatures and climate variability
Utilizing ELSA Speak and Busuu apps to enhance English for professional purposes among Indian students: An Education 4.0 approach
Authors: Sridhivya D , Gurusamy K , Balamurali E
Published: October 2024

In our modern, technology-driven, and interconnected world, providing students with strong English communication skills is essential to prepare them for the future workforce. Education 4.0 refers to the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality, and the Internet of Things, to enhance and personalize learning experiences in contemporary educational settings. Education 4.0 integrates these technologies to create personalized and immersive learning experiences that cater to individual needs, emphasizing critical 21st-century skills. Therefore, this study aimed to enhance professional English communication among students using the Education 4.0 applications ELSA Speak and Busuu. It employed a novel approach based on the substitution, augmentation, modification, and redefinition (SAMR) model to enhance communication effectively. The participants, selected through a stratified random sampling technique from the Virudunagar district of Tamil Nadu, India, included final year students (N = 100) from the arts, and science, and engineering disciplines, reflecting India’s multilingual society and numerous regional languages. After a pilot study, a pre-test using a questionnaire was administered, followed by a 4-week intervention utilizing the ELSA Speak and Busuu apps, and a post-test using another questionnaire. Data analysis included paired-sample t-tests and independent sample t-tests. The results revealed a significant improvement in the participants’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills before and after the intervention. Future recommendations include further explorations of Education 4.0 tools and techniques, and longitudinal studies to assess their sustained impact.
Technology Special Listing and Underpricing of IPO : The Impact of Bio－Companies and R&D Expense
Authors:   Korea Accounting Information Association, Kwon Ohong , Yoon Sung-soo , Kim Dahn bee
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] This study analyzes the difference in the impact of technology special listing on the underpricing of IPO depending on whether pharmaceutical and bio companies are involved and the proportion of R&D expenses. As the regulations on technology special listing are revised, we want to verify how the impact of technology special listing on the undervaluation of public offering prices differs depending on the characteristics of the company at a time when more companies use the system than before.
[Methodology] From 2016 to 2022, it was confirmed how the undervaluation rate of public offering prices differs depending on whether pharmaceutical and bio companies are pharmaceutical and the ratio of R&D expenses to sales.
[Findings] The main results of this study are as follows. First, among pharmaceutical and bio companies, the undervaluation of the public offering price of companies listed with special technology was found to have eased, but there was no significant difference in the undervaluation of the public offering price in companies in other industries depending on whether or not they are listed with special technology. Second, among companies with a high proportion of R&D expenses to sales, the undervaluation of the public offering price of companies listed with special technology was found to have eased, but in companies where the ratio of R&D expenses to sales was not high, the listing of special technology did not significantly affect the undervaluation of the public offering price.
[Implications] The results of this study suggest that the impact of technology special listing on the undervaluation of public offering prices may vary depending on the industry of the company and the proportion of R&D expenditure, suggesting that these two factors need to be considered in improving the technology special listing system in the future.
The Relationship between ESG Activities and Corporate Tax Burden
Authors:   Korea Accounting Information Association, Jung Hyun-Uk , Byun Sun-Young
Published: October 2024

[Purpose] We conduct the test by establishing a hypothesis that there would be no relationship between corporate ESG activities and corporate tax burden. The hypothesis of this study is based on the mixed research results between corporate ESG activities and tax avoidance.
[Methodology] We set a sample targeting companies listed on KOSPI from 2016 to 2020. And we conduct a regression analysis of the empirical test model established based on previous research related to corporate tax burden. In addition, We classify ESG activity components and test the effect of each ESG activity component on corporate tax burden. We additionally test whether the effect of ESG activities on corporate tax burden differs depending on the size of the company.
[Findings] It is found to have a positive (＋) relation between ESG activities and corporate tax burden. Among ESG activities components, social responsibility activities (ESG_S) and corporate governance improvement activities (ESG_G) are found to have a positive (＋) relation with corporate tax burden. It is judged that the positive (＋) relationship between ESG activities and corporate tax burden is shown in social responsibility (ESG_S) activities and corporate governance improvement activities (ESG_G). In the case of a relatively largesize company, ESG activities are found to have a positive (＋) relation with the corporate tax burden. This is found to be significant only in corporate governance improvement activities among the components of ESG activities. This is a consistent result even when measuring company size as a large conglomerate group.
[Implications] This study has a contribution in that it presents data showing that ESG activities have an effect on corporate taxation. In addition, this study has a contribution in that, while the effects of corporate ESG activities on tax policy are mixed, we provide practical data that the effect of ESG activities on tax strategy may differ depending on the size of the company.
Assessing the prospect of the new trilateral cooperation between the US, Japan, and Korea
Authors:   Institute of East and West Studies Yonsei University, Lee Jae-seung , Lee Dae-joong
Published: October 2024

Since 2015, the US, Japan, and Korea have maintained a cooperative relationship. This relationship has reached a turning point. This partnership has avowed deeper engagement and is to be annually regularized by the three leaders from 2023. This study examines how the three countries must overcome their issues to cooperate better and enter a new era. However, additional steps are required to foster this nascent relationship. First, there are different security agendas and priorities among the three countries. Second, the trilateral relationship in Northeast Asia has never been successful, and cooperation has never continued, especially in the field of security aspect. Third, this cooperation is mainly based on the US influence. Fourth, the three countries lack geographical proximity and have loopholes for gatherings by developed countries. In sum, 2024 would be a real testing time because of the upcoming political schedules in Japan, Korea and the US.
FISIOLOGIA DO SISTEMA REPRODUTOR MASCULINO
Authors: Noguchi Selma Kazumi da Trindade , Silva Daniel Figueiredo Alves da , Yamada Willian Hideo Miashiro , Fernandes Luan Daher , Souza Pablo Rodrigues Nunes de , Gondim Letícia Cavalcante , Negrão José Nazareno Cunha , Luz Mauro Ricardo Souza da , Almeida Nubia Caroline Costa de
Published: October 2024

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Importância do genograma e ecomapa para o processo saúde-doença: um relato de experiência
Authors: Sá Cláudia Daniela Barros De , Lima Filho Francisco Júlio Barbosa , Rossin Pedro Luiz Florentino , Lemos Beatriz Torriani , Santos Nathalia Araujo dos
Published: October 2024

INTRODUÇÃO: Os serviços de Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS) visam um atendimento integral das famílias de uma comunidade, correlacionando o processo saúde-doença com o contexto social, econômico e cultu
Penerapan Problem Based Learning Untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Menulis Teks Prosedur Siswa Kelas VII D SMP Muhammadiyah PK Surakarta Tahun 2023/2024
Authors: Nurrochmat Dimas , Prabowo Andi Haris , Aryanto
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan peningkatan kemampuan menulis teks prosedur pada siswa SMP Muhammadiyah PK Kottabarat Surakarta dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran Problem Based Learning (PBL). Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian tindakan kelas. Subjek penelitian adalah siswa kelas VII D SMP Muhammadiyah PK Kottabarat yang berjumlah 32 siswa yang terdiri dari Pra Siklus dan dua Siklus. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, tes, teks tertulis, prosedur, dan dokumentasi. Analisis data menggunakan teknik analisis deskriptif kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa model Problem Based Learning (PBL) dapat meningkatkan kemampuan menulis Teks Prosedur ditinjau dari proses dan hasil pada siswa kelas VII D SMP Muhammadiyah PK Kottabarat Surakarta. Peningkatan kualitas proses terlihat dari peran guru dan siswa yang meningkat secara signifikan dalam pelaksanaan pembelajaran. Hal ini ditandai dengan munculnya respon positif melalui sikap kooperatif dan antusias yang ditunjukkan siswa. Peningkatan hasil terlihat dari peningkatan hasil penulisan teks prosedur siswa dari Pra Siklus, Siklus I hingga Siklus II. Nilai rata-rata pada Pra Siklus sebesar 72,5%, rata-rata pada Siklus I sebesar 77,81%, dan rata-rata pada Siklus II sebesar 86,09%. Rata-rata peningkatan skor dari Pra Siklus ke Siklus II sebesar 13,59%.
Analisis Wacana Kritis: Perilaku Bullying dalam Film Kenapa Gue? di Aplikasi Video
Authors: Hidayat Hilda Ramadhita , Rohmadi Muhammad
Published: October 2024

This study aims to present and uncover the meaning of the impact of bullying as depicted in the film "Kenapa Gue?" through Van Dijk's critical discourse analysis approach. The film portrays bullying in a college environment that leads to suicide. This research employs a descriptive-qualitative method by watching the film and analyzing it using Van Dijk's macrostructure, superstructure, and microstructure models. The results show that the film reflects social issues relevant to technological advancements, particularly in the context of cyberbullying and the wise use of social media to avoid prolonged negative effects. The analysis also emphasizes that the discourse in the film significantly impacts public understanding of the consequences of bullying and the importance of social support in preventing it.
Relasi Makna Sinonimi dalam Album Menari Dengan Bayangan Karya Hindia: Kajian Semantik
Authors: Farah Anjeliea Masfufah  , Marwan Iwan
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui relasi makna sinonimi dalam album Menari Dengan Bayangan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif. Teori yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah teori relasi makna semantik. Teknik yang digunakan adalah teknik simak dan catat. Data penelitian ini adalah album Menari Dengan Bayangan karya Hindia. Hasil penelitian ini menjelaskan terdapat 43 data jenis relasi makna sinonimi. 5 sinonimi antara morfem bebas dan morfem terikat, 26 sinonimi antara kata dengan kata, 10 sinonimi antara kata dengan frasa, dan 2 sinonimi antara frasa dengan frasa.
Faktor Kesulitan Belajar Tari Jepin Tembung Panjang Bagi Mahasiswa Seni Tari
Authors: Oktariani Dwi
Published: October 2024

The Jepin Tembung Panjang dance is a traditional Malay dance originating from West Kalimantan using the tembung property as one of the learning materials in the Advanced Basic West Kalimantan Malay Dance course in the Performing Arts education study program, FKIP UNTAN. For students, namely prospective arts and culture teachers, they are equipped with knowledge about traditional dance originating from the local area for their future learning after obtaining a bachelor's degree in education. This research uses qualitative descriptive research which describes the results of research data sourced from students during lectures using interviews, documentation studies and questionnaires. Based on the research results, the factors obtained were students' internal and external difficulties in learning the Jepin Tembung Panjang Dance. Improving students' movement skills in mastering wirasa, wiraga, and wirama is very necessary to support the professionalism of students' dancing. This research can be used as reference material in broadcasting learning activities that occur and providing future solutions to improve the teaching and learning process of Jepin Tembung Panjang dance for students.
Emerging Policy and Economic Research Priorities for Enabling the Electric Vehicle Sector
Authors: Dua Rubal , Almutairi Saif , Bansal Prateek
Published: October 2024

We highlight key emerging research priorities on the climate- and industrial-policy driven pathway to passenger car electrification, including both pure battery electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, using a three-pronged approach. This includes examining journalistic reports from a research perspective, corroborating the determined research priorities with recent literature, and consulting a diverse group of experts in the policy, technology, fuel, and infrastructure fields.
Middle East and North Africa and the Circular Carbon Economy: Seizing the Potential for Action
Authors: El-Katiri Laura , Yilmaz Fatih , Luomi Mari
Published: October 2024

The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is an emerging center of energy demand. Economic and population growth, increasing industrialization as well as rising living standards are all expected to contribute to a continued increase in the region’s energy consumption over the coming decades. Given that hydrocarbons continue to dominate the region’s energy mix, its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are also expected to keep growing in the absence of further policy measures. In this context, increased focus will be needed on emission reductions and energy sector management. This KAPSARC Discussion Paper presents an analysis of where the MENA region stands on the road to circular carbon economies (CCEs) and its potential to move toward carbon neutrality by mid-century. The analysis is based on the 2023 edition of KAPSARC’s CCE Index, which benchmarks 64 major economies from all world regions, including 14 MENA countries. The paper is structured along the main components of the CCE Index: total score, CCE Performance, CCE Enablers and Oil Producers Lens.
Assessing the opportunities for carbon dioxide removals (CDRs) in Saudi Arabia.
Authors: Odeh Naser , Hunt Julian , Hejazi Mohamad , Wada Yoshihide
Published: October 2024

As the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia strives to achieve its climate goals and transition its economy away from fossil fuel dependency, understanding the viability and impact of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) options becomes paramount. This paper reviews state-of-the-art CDR options and explores the potential applicability of such options within Saudi Arabia. Various CDR solutions, both conventional and novel, are investigated by using a multicriteria decision analysis (MCDA) methodology to compare CDR options relevant to Saudi Arabia. The MCDA methodology defines a set of performance, economic and environmental criteria.
Automatic detection of lung nodules in computed tomography images using U-Net
Authors: Juan C. Olivares-Rojas  , Leonardo Calderón-Sastre  , Jesús E. Alcaraz-Chávez  , Adriana C. Téllez-Anguiano  , Javier A. Rodríguez-Herrejón
Published: October 2024

Lung cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths methods for lung nodules in computed tomography (CT) images rely on manual interpretation by radiologist, which can be time-consuming and prone to human error. This paper presents BreathSafe.AI a deep learning system for the automatic detection and segmentation of lung nodules in CT images using an enhanced U-Net architecture combined with dense network techniques. Our model is trained on the LUNA16 dataset, utilizing advanced image preprocessing and segmentation methods to optimize nodule detection. This system achieves a diagnostic accuracy of over 90%, significantly improving detection speed and consistency compared to existing methods. The results highlight the system’s potential to enhance lung cancer screening by reducing diagnosis time and variability, making it valuable tool for clinical use. Our approach demonstrates superior performance compared to state-of -art techniques, offering a scalable and efficient solution for early detection of lung cancer.
The role of cultural narratives in marketing handicraft products: Consumer behavior responses in Vietnam
Authors: Do Thuy Nhien LE
Published: October 2024

This study explores the role of cultural narratives in influencing consumer behavior towards Vietnamese handicraft products, focusing on the mediating effect of narrative transportation. Using a quantitative approach and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), data was collected from 358 respondents familiar with Vietnamese handicrafts. The findings indicate that cultural narratives significantly enhance narrative transportation, positively affecting consumers’ attitudes toward the products. These attitudes, in turn, increase purchase intentions. However, cultural attachment did not directly affect narrative transportation, suggesting a need for further research into other influencing factors. The study provides valuable insights for marketers, highlighting the effectiveness of cultural storytelling in enhancing consumer engagement and driving purchase intentions. These findings contribute to the literature on cultural marketing and offer practical strategies for promoting culturally significant products in competitive markets.
PENGUKURAN DAN EVALUASI KINERJA PARAMETER QUALITY OF SERVICE (QOS) JARINGAN INTERNET SMA NEGERI 9 BALIKPAPAN
Authors: Ulfah Maria , Irtawaty Andi Sri , Armin Armin
Published: October 2024

SMA Negeri 9 Balikpapan menyediakan fasilitas jaringan internet di wilayah sekolh untuk dapat digunakan peserta didik sebagai sumber belajar agar dapat dapat mengakses berbagai informasi dan ilmu pengetahuan sesuai kebutuhan yang relevan dengan subjek mata pelajaran.
Seiring dengan pertambahan jumlah peserta didik dan kebutuhan  penggunaan jaringan Internet yang semakin sering membuat pengguna peserta didik  tidak dapat menggunakan akses internet secara maksimal seperti akses internet tidak stabil bahkan lambat apabila ada banyak pengguna mengakses internet yang sama pada saat bersamaan, bahkan mengalami kesulitan untuk terhubung dengan jaringan internet yang ada. Kondisi sepeerti ini tentunya menghambat proses belajar yang seringkali membuat peserta didik terpaksa melakukan penambatan akses internet pada jaringan seluler handphone mereka masing-masing.
            Hal di atas mendasari peneliti untuk melakukan penelitian untuk melakukan pengukuran Quality of Service (QoS) yang ada di wilayah SMA Negeri 9 Balikpapan dan melakukan evaluasi tingkat QoS yang ada berdasarkan standar TIPHON ((Telecommunication and Internet Protocol Harmonization Over Networks) dengan parameter bandwidth, packet loss dan delay untuk mengetahui tingkat layanan internet Dengan mengetahui tingkat QoS jaringan internet yang ada maka pihak  SMA Negeri 9 Balikpapan dapat melakukan upaya optimasi peningkatan kinerja jaringan agar dapat memberikan fasilitas internet yang maksimal kepada peserta didik.
            Dari hasil pengukuran kualitas jaringan internet yang ada pada SMA Negeri 9 Balikpapan didapatkan  Nilai rata-rata bandiwidth untuk SSID TEKKOMDIK SMA 9 BALIKPAPAN untuk aktifitas single sebesar  5.701.581 bps, sedangkan untuk SSID   TU SMA 9 sebesar 5.605.526 bps. Nilai rata-rata bandiwidth untuk SSID TEKKOMDIK SMA 9 BALIKPAPAN untuk aktifitas multi  sebesar  3.848.301 bps, sedangkan untuk SSID   TU SMA 9 sebesar 6.136.199 bp, Pada kedua SSID tersebut baik pada aktifitas single ataupun multi untuk parameter Packet loss dan delay semuanya berada dalam kategori sangat bagus
PENGARUH FAKTOR FAKSI MASSA CAMPURAN KOMPOSIT ABU SEKAM PADI DAN TEMPERATUR PEMANASAN TERHADAP SIFAT MEKANIK (UJI TEKAN DAN UJI DAYA SERAP AIR)
Authors: Faisal Rony Azmi , Arendra Anis , Purwoko Sugeng , Alim Mu' , Sholih Ahmad Mu’izzuddin
Published: October 2024

Kemajuan lifestyle manusia dapat menimbulkan tantangan baru. Bahan alternatif menjadi solusi dalam permasalahan tersebut, salah satunya dengan penerapan 6R (Reuse, Recycle, Redesign, Remanufacture, Reduce, Recovery). Campuran Komposit dikembangkan untuk bahan pengganti logam dikarenakan Campuran Komposit mempunyai sifat mekanis yang baik. Abu sekam padi, serpihan limbah kayu, dan bahan lainnya yang mempunyai serat merupakan bahan alami dapat digunakan dalam pembuatan campuran komposit. Data statistik Indonesia merekap yang dimana adanya hasil panen padi mencapai 79.141 juta ton gabah kering yang sudah tergiling. Tingginya panen padi tersebut juga akan menghasilkan limbah abu sekam padi yang melimpah sesuai dengan banyaknya panen padi. berpotensi digunakan sebagai jenis SCM (suplementary Cementitious Material) karena aktivitas pozzolan yang tinggi dan jumlah silika yang besar sebanyak 80 hingga 85% silika yang sangat reaktif. Hal tersebut menjadikan potensi besar limbah abu sekam padi di Indonesia untuk dijadikan bahan campuran pembuatan produk batako. Penelitian  ini bertujuan mengkur batako dengan campuran sekam padi, variabel independentnya yaitu temperatur pemanasan yang digunakan benda uji yaitu 3 level (40℃, 50℃,60℃) dan Faksi Massa campuran Batako Massa Semen (1 Pc); Massa Pasir (6 Ps); dan prosentase Abu sekam padi yaitu 3 level (10%, 15%, 20%). Sedangkan variabel dependentnya uji tekan dan uji prosentase daya serap air dengan analisa anova dan uji tukey.
Analisis Kepuasan Pelanggan Terhadap Pelayanan Kinerja Citygas dengan Metode Servqual Customer Satisfaction Index dan Importance Performance Analysis
Authors: Hanif Muhammad Rakha Miftahhul , Fathurohman Fathurohman , Wathoni Akda Zahrotul
Published: October 2024

Pemerintah melakukan program pengelolaan jaringan gas di setiap kota dan daerah yang memiliki sumber gas bumi, salah satunya berada di Kabupaten Bekasi terletak di Cikarang yang dikelola oleh PT Jababeka Infrastruktur sejak 2016 dengan pelanggan aktif sebanyak 3949 pelanggan. Sejak awal pendistribusian gas bumi dan pelayanannya masih mengalami permasalahan. Mengakibatkan penurunan pelanggan aktif, maka perlu dilakukan penelitian untuk mengukur tingkat kepuasan pelanggan Citygas terhadap kinerjanya. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada 3 sektor berjumlah 535 pelanggan aktif, yang akan menggunakan metode SURVQUAL, CSI. Metode IPA. Hasil penelitian yang sudah dilakukan memiliki nilai atribut yang negatif sebanyak 15 atribut dan atribut paling besar negatifnya terdapat pada kualitas gas bumi yang semakin baik(Stabil/besar) dan api tidak merah dengan sebesar – 0,65. Dari hasil perhitungan CSI pelanggan merasa puas angka yang mencapai 0.90 dengan katagori sangat puas. Ada sebagian atribut yang menjadi perhatian dalam perbaikan pelayanan, yang diukur menggunakan diagram kartesius pada kuadran 1 mencakup 6 atribut   yaitu ada diatribut (4), (7), (10), (11), (14),dan (21).
Gestures in Language Instruction: Bridging The Gap for Effective Correction and Learning
Authors: Maruf Nirwanto , Husain Dahlia , Mujayanah Sri , Aprilia Tiana Ella , Hadi Santoso Kusumo
Published: October 2024

This study investigates the impact of integrating innovative gestures into language instruction at Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik (UMG) and Universitas Muhammadiyah Gorontalo (UMGO). The primary objective was to assess how various types of gestures, including interactive digital boards, emotional expression, dynamic movement sequences, gamified approaches, and multimodal feedback gestures, influence student engagement, comprehension, and retention. Through observational data and semi-structured interviews with language lecturers, the study provides comprehensive insights into the efficacy of gesture-based teaching methods. The results reveal that the use of gestures significantly enhances the visibility and impact of corrective feedback, making linguistic errors more noticeable and facilitating better understanding and retention compared to traditional verbal feedback methods. Observational data indicate that students are more actively involved in discussions and activities when gestures are used, leading to a more dynamic and interactive classroom environment. This increased engagement highlights the potential of gestures to improve comprehension and cognitive processing in language learning. Semi-structured interviews with lecturers further emphasize the perceived benefits of gestures, such as enhanced engagement, improved comprehension, and better retention of language skills. However, challenges including technological limitations, the need for professional development, and time constraints were also identified. To address these challenges, educators recommended strategies like gradual implementation of gestures, soliciting student feedback, and combining gestures with other multimedia resources. In conclusion, this study demonstrates that integrating gestures into language instruction can significantly enhance learning outcomes by making lessons more engaging and effective. Future research should focus on long-term impacts and the development of training programs to support educators in adopting gesture-based teaching methods.
Development and implementation of the Queensland Physics 2019 Syllabus
Authors: Madden David , Salmon Amber
Published: October 2024

The introduction of the new Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) in 2020 was the biggest change in Queensland's senior curriculum and assessment system in almost fifty years, which also saw the implementation of a new Physics syllabus as part of a suite of seven new science syllabuses. Along with the introduction of a 50% external assessment, this syllabus included three new summative internal assessment techniques – data test, student experiment and research investigation.
This paper outlines factors considered by officers and other stakeholders of the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) in the development of the new Queensland Physics syllabus. By using student data and data from the QCAA’s quality assurance processes following implementation, key measures of success are discussed. The benefits and challenges of using a common framework for all senior sciences are also considered by comparing assessment outcomes for Biology and Physics.
Analisis Peningkatan Perolehan Zakat di BAZNAS Jawa Timur Pascaterbitnya Surat Instruksi Gubernur Jawa Timur Tahun 2021
Authors: Ubud Nuril , Amrullah Ahmad Afif , Afandi Nihro
Published: October 2024

The Governor of East Java issued a letter of Instruction Number 01/INSTN/2021 concerning Optimizing the Collection of zakat, infaq and sadaqah within the East Java Provincial Government. This policy is a new breakthrough so that state civil servants (ASN) are aware of the obligation to pay zakat and increase the zakat income at the National Zakat Amil Agency (BAZNAS) East Java. In this way, the zakat funds collected can become a huge force that can be used to help improve the welfare of the poor, needy and the other zakat recipients. However, in fact, the issuance of this letter of instruction does not automatically become a determining factor in increasing the zakat collection of the BAZNAS East Java. This research uses a descriptive-qualitative method. Primary data was obtained by conducting direct interviews with the administrators and staff of BAZNAS East Java. Meanwhile, secondary data was obtained from literature, reference books, journals, documents and BAZNAS. In data analysis, researchers used inductive thinking to reach conclusions. The results of this research show that there has been a very significant increase after the issuance of the East Java Governor's Instruction letter number 01/INSTN/2021 regarding the optimization of zakat, infaq and sadaqah collection within the East Java Provincial government. However, to realize the effectiveness of implementing these instructions, BAZNAS East Java needs to carry out several follow-up programs as revealed in this research.
Praktik Jual Beli Sistem Agensi pada Agen Herba Penawar Alwahida Indonesia di Kota Balikpapan dalam Perspektif Ekonomi Syariah
Authors: Basri Pajrin , Darmawati Darmawati , Taher M
Published: October 2024

Sharia economics is an economic system that occurs after economic principles become its working guidelines, influenced or limited by Islamic teachings. There are problems with the large number of agents and consumers, such as not practicing buying and selling using an agency system according to the provisions set by HPAI. The agency sells HPAI products to agents and consumers at the same price. This is because there are some agents who shop at agencies, but sometimes the agency forgets to enter the agent's membership number, which has an impact on prices that should be discounted but become normal prices. The method in this research is using qualitative research with the Field Research type and using a case study approach. The data collection technique is observation, interviews and documentation, the data analysis technique used is first condensing the data, then presenting the data and finally drawing conclusions from the data, as well as using techniques data validity. The results of the research are that the practice of buying and selling the agency system at the Herba Penawar Alwahida Indonesia agent in Balikpapan from a sharia economic perspective namely murabahah contract, where the agency tells the initial price when buying and selling, as well as the product it is sold using herbal ingredients and has transparency in its processing, so that sharia economic values ​​can truly be implemented in the buying and selling transaction process for Herba Penawar Alwahida Indonesia products.
Peran Zakat Produktif dalam Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Mustahik
Authors: Mafluhah Mafluhah
Published: October 2024

Zakat, as one of the pillars of Islam, has an important role in realizing social and economic justice for Muslims. One of the effective zakat distribution schemes in achieving this goal is productive zakat. This study aims to analyze the role of productive zakat in the economic empowerment of mustahik. The research method used is a literature study by reviewing various scientific sources, such as journals, books, and scientific articles. The results of the study indicate that productive zakat has a significant role in the economic empowerment of mustahik through several aspects such as zakat funds distributed in the form of business capital, training, and mentoring. This has brought significant benefits, such as increasing mustahik's income through profitable businesses, creating new jobs that reduce unemployment, increasing mustahik's skills and knowledge in managing businesses, increasing mustahik's self-confidence and independence by having their own income, and strengthening social solidarity among Muslims by helping mustahik escape poverty. With its various benefits, productive zakat is a solution for the economic empowerment of mustahik.
The Relevance of Ibnu Khaldun's Price Concept to the Prohibition of Sales in E-Commerce
Authors: Idrus Ali , Fahriah Putri Haezah , Ammany Farah
Published: October 2024

The background of the problem in this study suggests that the impact of the internet, one of which is technological advances, has opened up new business opportunities. As one of the urgencies of digital business progress in Indonesia today is e-commerce through the encouragement of advanced technology. The focus of this research explains that the relationship between Ibnu Khaldun's theory and the concept of e-commerce. This research uses a qualitative method with a description approach. The data collection is through literature articles, books and newsletter. As for the results of the research that the regulation of the Minister of Trade Number 31 of 2023 officially prohibits the merger of e-commerce and social commerce through e-commerce platforms, they are only allowed to promote products or services. This is called political dumping; the practice of dumping is expressly prohibited in Islam. In Ibnu Khaldun's price theory: the Islamic principle of determining the seller's price of a good tends to use the concept of average, because the demands of justice must be linked to effort.
Peran Tokoh Islam dalam Menumbuhkan Nilai-Nilai Moderasi Melalui Praktik Ekonomi di Madura
Authors: Rosyidi Mohammad , Harisah Harisah , Al Humaidy Mohammad Ali
Published: October 2024

This study aims to see the role of religious figures through pesantren engaged in the economic sector. As an educational institution, pesantren have penetrated into various scientific fields, both in theory and practice, including in the field of economics. Pesantren led by a kiai in Madura have a very important role to be used as icons for the community in acting and behaving in everyday life. In economic practice, Islamic figures have been massively entrepreneurial to foster business awareness in their respective pesantren. Through this application, the economy in pesantren can grow independently in terms of funding to support the needs of their institutions. This study is a qualitative indicator with a sample approach in the form of library research (library research) collecting information in the form of books, journals, interviews, articles, news available in online media. The findings show that pesantren in Madura through economic activities have a wide reach in providing moderate understandings because Madura itself is a heterogeneous area. So that there is no discrimination against economic actors who are not the same in background as the general public in Madura. the application of moderation through real economic practices exists in Madura, because in terms of values, the key to moderation has been implemented in practice, especially in pesantren led by Islamic figures.
Assessing the Models with Resampled Data Using Explainable Artificial Intelligence Techniques
Authors:   Federal Institute of Science and Technology India, Mathew Rose Mary , Gunasundari R. ,   Karpagam Academy of Higher Education, P Lal Sujesh ,   Karpagam Academy of Higher Education
Published: October 2024

In various real-world domains, the problem of imbalanced data poses a significant challenge since it affects the efficiency and trustworthiness of machine learning models. This article investigates Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) methods for studying models created on imbalanced datasets. The main objective of this paper is to assess models trained on DOSMOTE resampled balanced datasets. Using XAI techniques, the study seeks to understand better inner processes that lead to model decisions. The methodology involves combining DOSMOTE resampling with XAI to provide holistic evaluation through both qualitative and quantitative analysis. It should be noted that F1-Scores of balanced datasets improve significantly: from 76% to 87% for Web-Phishing; and from 58% to 73% for Hayes-Roth. This research highlights the need for XAI in enhancing interpretability of models trained on resampled imbalanced data sets. It also shows how resampling affects decision making in a model while performing and recommends investigating other resampling techniques or combinations with XAI methods aimed at improving model interpretability and transparency.
CSWin Transformer-CNN Encoder and Multi-Head Self-Attention Based CNN Decoder for Robust Medical Segmentation
Authors:   Sreyas Institute of Engineering and Technology, Pandu Dr. J. , Reddy G. Ravi Shankar ,   CVR College of Engineering, Ashok Babu Dr. CH. ,   Helen Kellers Institute of Research & Rehabilitation for the Disabled Children
Published: October 2024

Convolutional Neural Networks have demonstrated exceptional effectiveness in the field of medical image segmentation by effectively capturing intricate local details such as edges and textures. But still, their limited domain of view often impedes comprehensive representation of global information. Transformers, on the other hand, have shown promise in modeling long-range dependencies, yet, Convolutional Neural Networks occasionally face challenges in effectively capturing high-level spatial features. An ideal segmentation model ought to effectively harness both local and global features to achieve precision and semantic accuracy. This article introduces a novel Cross Shaped Window Transformer framework, employing U-shaped network architecture. This network combines a Convolutional Neural Network encoder with a Multi-Head Self-Attention based CNN decoder. Within the CNN encoder, a transformer path is integrated with a shifted window mechanism, enhancing the representation of both local and global information, thus ensuring robust medical image segmentation. The encoder's skip connections are reinstated using a Multi-Head Self-Attention decoder. To decode a wide range of features and manage distortions in local details, a dilated-Uper decoder is introduced. The Synapse dataset is utilized to assess the effectiveness of the proposed method, revealing that it surpasses existing approaches with an impressive accuracy of approximately 93%.
Building Defects Investigation - Two Case Studies on Steel and Reinforced Concrete Structures
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, N. Jamaluddin , Halim Abdul ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, S. A Sallehuddin ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Irwan Mohamad ,   Universiti Teknoogi Mara, N. Attiyah Ali ,   University of Kufa,Al-Najaf, IRAQ, H.B Koh ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, A.G Norhayati ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Mohamad Noridah ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this paper is to present two case studies involving the initial assessment of potential causes of building structures that are in doubt. The investigation involving a fertilizer-manufacturing building and residential buildings. The corrosion problems that occurred in the industrial building were severe, and necessitating an assessment to gauge the building's safety condition. For the residential building, a visual inspection was conducted not only on the residential structures themselves but also on the surrounding infrastructures, in order to justify whether the nearby construction works were responsible for the problems. From the investigation on the industrial building, corrosion seems to be the primary problem and a potential cause of structural instability. The severity can be seen as most of the steel structural elements exhibited signs of material loss from their surfaces. From the evaluation through visual inspection and tests, the aggressive environment and insufficient maintenance are the main contributors to the corrosion related damage. Concerning the residential building, based on the inspection of the nearest infrastructures, no fractures were identified that could be attributed to the nearby construction works. Therefore, it may seem that the on-going project may not have affected the existing residential housing located nearby.
Cracking Assessment of Reinforced Concrete Slab Using Impact Hammer Test
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Mohd Yazid Nuramieza , Abd Ghafar Nor Hayat ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: October 2024

Impact hammer test is a vibration-based monitoring method used to detect cracking or damage in concrete structures by observing the vibration behavior such as the natural frequency, mode shapes and damping ratio. Damage or cracks in the structure can cause structure failure. The ability to quickly perform maintenance, if necessary, depends on the ability to identify damage or cracks. Concrete cracking has traditionally been detected via vibration analysis utilizing the impact hammer test. The main objectives of this research were to determine the natural frequency of the cracked and uncracked reinforced concrete slabs and to determine the depth of the crack using the impact hammer test. Two samples of reinforced concrete slabs were constructed in the laboratory. The reinforced concrete slabs were designed as Grade 25 concrete. After 28 days, the impact hammer test was conducted on the uncracked slabs. After that, the slabs were subjected to a four-point bending test with loads of 3 kN, 6 kN, 12 kN and 15 kN. For each load increase, the impact hammer test and the crack mapping were performed. The natural frequency of the cracked and uncracked slabs was compared after that. The natural frequency of both Slab 1 and Slab 2 decreased after the slab was cracked compared to before cracked. The width of the crack was also determined by analyzing the wave acceleration from the impact hammer test. The outcome demonstrated that the wave's acceleration increased as it propagates through the crack region. The percentage difference in the waves’ acceleration was calculated. The result was also compared with crack depth measurement from PUNDIT. The result showed that the location of the maximum crack width and crack depth was the same. It also justified that when the percentage difference of the acceleration decreased, the crack width increased. However, in previous studies, these findings had not been discussed yet. Therefore, further research needs to be done to understand the propagation of the wave on the cracked slab to validate the findings.