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Improving Mathematics Reasoning Ability of Junior High School Students Using the Learning Star with a Questions Model
Authors: Ode Samura Asri , . Alfian , Noho Mubin
Published: April 2024

This study examines the differences in increasing mathematical reasoning abilities using the Learning start with a question learning model and conventional learning. The research method is quantitative by way of experimental pretest-posttest control group design, which extends the one-group pretest-posttest design in two ways: a second group is added, called the comparison or control group; samples were placed randomly in each group of 83 people. The instrument used is an essay test; the questions are set in the form of mathematical reasoning abilities. Data were analyzed using inferential statistics with an independent sample t-test. The research results obtained are: The application of the LSQ learning model, most students, can solve mathematical reasoning questions correctly. The average score of students who follow the LSQ learning model is higher than the average value of students who take conventional learning; The results of the t-test explained that students who studied using the LSQ model and students who used conventional learning had significantly different improvements in their mathematical reasoning abilities. Students who learn to use the LSQ model increase their reasoning abilities more than the students who study using the conventional model.
Keywords: junior high school, learning star with a questions model, mathematics reasoning ability, student
Edmodo-based Blended Learning to Improving Mathematical Communication Skills and Self-regulated Learning of High School Students
Authors: Lidinillah Upi , Cahya Mulyaning A Endang , Dasari Dadan
Published: April 2024

This study aims to assess the improvement of mathematical communication skills and self-regulated learning in students who engage in Edmodo-based blended learning models. This research employed a quasi-experimental method. The study involved students from the first grade of high school, comprising 32 students from class MIPA 7 and 32 students from class MIPA 8. The instruments used included a test and a questionnaire. The data analysis utilized the t-test through SPSS 25.0 for Windows, specifically the Independent Sample T-test. The results indicated that 1) overall, Edmodo-based blended learning models is effective in improving students mathematical communication skills and self-regulated learning; 2) In the KAM category (high), Edmodo-based blended learning models are effective in improving students self-regulated learning; 3) The effectiveness of Edmodo-based blended learning models for students’ mathematical communication abilities is classified into medium categories. Edmodo-based blended learning has implications for teacher activeness by using technology in education and promotes student self-reliance in the learning process.
Keywords: blended learning, emodo, mathematical communication skills, self-regulated learning
Distance Learning Model of Mathematics During the Covid-19 Pandemic in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah
Authors: Farokhah Laely , Herman Tatang , Nurmulia Fatma , Abidin Zaenal , Zulfadhli Muhammad , Febriandi Riduan , Wahyudin Wahyudin
Published: April 2024

The Covid-19 pandemic has prompted substantial changes in elementary schools, including Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, in adapting their learning methods. This situation has posed several challenges, particularly in implementing distance learning. The objective of this research is to analyze the distance learning model of mathematics in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah. Qualitative research methodology was employed for this study. This research was conducted in one of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah located in South Tangerang city, Banten Province, Indonesia. The participants included school principals, vice principals responsible for curriculum, and teachers conducting mathematics classes through online distance learning. Data collection utilized methods such as observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis comprised four steps: data collection, data reduction, data display, and data conclusion. The results showed that the distance learning model of mathematics is delineated through various aspects. These include the preparation of an emergency curriculum during an emergency curriculum during the Covid-19 pandemic, the implementation of online distance learning procedures involving teachers, students, and parents, the selection of online distance learning methods, the utilization of various online learning media, the utilization of student books as learning resources, and the evaluation program of learning to measure the achievement of mathematics learning objectives. These findings can serve as a reference for developing a distance learning model for mathematics that can be implemented in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Keywords: covid-19 pandemic, distance learning model, madrasah ibtidaiyah, mathematics
Implementing Improved Learning Strategies on Achieving Metacognition Skills of Students in Junior High School
Authors: Oktaviana Sihotang Rina , Fatimah Siti , . Kusnandi
Published: April 2024

This research aims to examine the achievement of metacognition skills of students who obtain improved learning strategies with scientific learning compared to students who obtained conventional learning (Scientific). This research is a mixed method with concurrent embedded method. It consists of an experimental class that obtained improved learning strategies and a control class that obtained conventional learning (Scientific). The population of this research were students from one of the State Junior High Schools in Jambi with the characteristics of the average achievement of the National Final Examination score of 3.38 and the school accreditation was A. The sample of this research was students from class VIII of two classes. The results showed students who obtain Improve learning strategies have a tendency to perform metacognition skills with indicators of planning, monitoring, and evaluation more than students who obtain conventional learning (Scientific).
Keywords: improved learning strategies, junior high school, metacognition skills
The Analysis of Mathematical Problem-solving Ability of Elementary School Teacher Candidate: Fraction Case
Authors: Fitri Apriani Ika , . Turmudi , Jupri Al , Wulan Syaodih Erna
Published: April 2024

It is important for school students as well as elementary school teacher candidates to master mathematical problem-solving abilities. This study aims to analyze the mathematical problem-solving ability of elementary school teacher candidates on the concept of fractions based on Polya’s steps. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach. The research participants were 12 students of elementary school teacher education program whose problem-solving abilities were assessed based on the topic of fractions for 60 minutes. The results of this study indicated that students were able to understand information related to the questions; (1) determine what had already been known and what was being asked completely. In addition, students were also able to understand the relationship between the information provided. It can therefore be said that students were able to understand the problem. (2) Most students were less able to develop a correct problem-solving plan. (3) Most students completed solutions based on incorrect strategies. (4) Students rarely re-checked the problem-solving. Based on the results of the interviews, they rarely solved the problem-solving questions. Thus, it can be concluded that the level of their mathematical problem-solving ability was still low.
Keywords: elementary school teacher candidate, fraction case, mathematical problem solving ability
Students' Adaptive Reasoning in Solving Pythagoras Theorem Problems Viewed by Gender
Authors: Ahsana Fitri Khaluka , Prabawanto Sufyani , Cahya Mulyaning Endang
Published: April 2024

Adaptive reasoning is one of the mathematical proficiency strands that refers to the capacity to reflect, explain, justify, and think logically about concepts and situations. It helps student construct their idea in solving mathematics problems. On the other hand, students’ adaptive reasoning still needs to be developed. This is a qualitative study with a case study design. This study was carried out to analyze students’ adaptive reasoning in solving Pythagoras Theorem problems based on gender. There were 31 student participants, of which 14 were males and 17 females. They were the second grade of senior high schools in South of Aceh. There were several steps involved in conducting this study, such as formulating and validating the problems, conducting the test, and interviewing. The problems were formulated based on the adaptive reasoning indicators and curriculum. They were then validated by two lecturers and a teacher. Furthermore, the test was carried out for 20 minutes for answering 4 problems. This study showed that female students were able to solve adaptive reasoning problems as compared to male students.
Keywords: adaptive reasoning, gender, solving Pythagoras theorem problems
Improving Scientific Argumentation in University Students Through a Training Approach
Authors: Rohayati Rohayati , Syihabuddin Syihabuddin , Anshori Dadang , Sastromiharjo Andoyo
Published: April 2024

The capacity to recognize formal arguments is crucial for clinical literacy. However, college students frequently lack a structural understanding of those arguments, in particular when the arguments are extra complicated. This study used an experimental method with a pre-post-check design. A follow-up of four weeks was used to research whether courses on figuring out the structural additives of casual arguments would enhance college students’ competence to recognize complicated arguments. The course was embedded in a constructivist mastering surroundings, and its content material was primarily based totally on Toulmin’s argument shape model, consistent with which arguments may be deconstructed into numerous purposeful additives: claims, datums, warrants, helping evidence, and rebuttals. Being capable of discovering warrants was primary to clinical literacy due to the fact warrants decide whether an end was justified primarily based totally on data. The effects display that schooling in argument shape typically no longer enhances overall recital for all college pupils and argument kinds, however, it’s miles beneficial for figuring out extra complicated arguments with much less specific systems and relational components among key additives (i.e. warrants). High-reaching college students gain maximum from this intervention, and it additionally enables college students with excessive pretest correctness scores. Our effects advocate that interferences to sell argumentation abilities need to be included in the curriculum, and those interventions need to be designed to shape the skill degree of learners.
Keywords: Scientific Argumentation, University Students, Training Approach
The Science Education Students' Understanding About Global Climate Change Issues in Indonesia
Authors: Hariyono Eko , Kurnia Prahanani Binar , Aria Utama Judhistira , Mais Assel
Published: April 2024

This research aims to conduct a preliminary study on the understanding of the concept of climate change for the first-year postgraduate science education students at Unesa. The purpose of this study is to determine the level of understanding of students’ concepts of climate change and find patterns of sustainable climate change education that are expected to prepare Indonesian people to face the growing issue of climate change through effective teaching. The research subject is 17 postgraduate students of science education for the first semester. The method used is quantitative descriptive. Data were collected through distributing questionnaire instruments about climate change and global warming. The results of the study show that the concepts of climate change and global warming are still something new and interesting for science education students. Most students are not familiar with climate variables. They still have difficulty distinguishing the term climate change, global warming, ozone layer depletion, and the greenhouse effect. The results of this study are used as the basis for constructing sustainable climate change education in Indonesia.
Keywords: climate change, patterns of sustainable climate change education, effective teaching
Exploring of Technology and Engineering Literacy (TEL): What, Why, and How
Authors: Hamka Defrizal , Riandi Riandi , Rahma Suwarna Irma
Published: April 2024

Challenges in the 21st century that we face as a society certainly need to be handled by young people, in the end giving birth to an idea called Technology and Engineering Literacy (TEL). However, many people do not understand what, why, and how TEL. Therefore, this article discusses issues that are clearly of concern and related to what TEL is, why TEL should exist, and how TEL assessment is implemented in education, especially in science education. This research is included in the parameters of the theme content analysis. This research-based paper uses reflections on literature from various journals, articles, and other textbooks. TEL is the ability to develop solutions to solve problems, understand the principles and technological strategies needed to achieve goals, and use, understand, and evaluate technology. The three areas of TEL that NAEP will evaluate are technology and society, design and systems, and ICT. TEL is very important to be trained and improved in science learning as a provision for students to face 21st century education. The TEL assessment is a computer-based test, the items are composed of scenario-based assessment and discrete item sets, and the data is provided with longitudinal analysis. Implementation of TEL in Science Instruction can be done using learning methods that involve science, technology and engineering principles.
Keywords: Exploring, TEL, What, Why, and How
Online Microteaching: Unveiling Female Pre-service Physics Teachers Technological Pedagogical and Content Knowledge (TPACK)
Authors: Putri Shafira Aulia , Damayanti Puardmi , Nuryadin Atin , Sulaeman Nurul Fitriyah
Published: April 2024

Global trends show that men dominate physics-related jobs. However, there is a unique phenomenon, especially in Indonesia in the physics teacher education program where there are more female students than male students. This study aims to determine the TPACK of female pre-service physics teachers consisting of 15 pre-service teachers taking microteaching courses and making their online learning videos. The videos were used as a data collection tool. A microteaching observation sheet was used to analyze data obtained from observations with two raters. The observation sheet consisted of 6 aspects which were content knowledge (CK), pedagogical knowledge (PK), technological knowledge (TK), pedagogical content knowledge (PCK), technological content knowledge (TCK), and technological pedagogical knowledge (TPK) with four indicators for each aspect and the maximum score per aspect is four. The overall TPACK score was obtained by calculating the average of all aspects. Although the overall result of female pre-service physics teachers is 2.1 which is sufficient, technological-related aspects need more concern. The results showed that female pre-service physics teachers lack technological pedagogical knowledge (TPK). On the contrary, they have high pedagogical knowledge (PK). Teacher education programs should provide opportunities for female pre-service teachers to develop their TPACK. Online microteaching can be the key to helping female pre-service physics teachers to integrate technology into their learning.
Keywords: microteaching, technological pedagogical and content knowledge (TPACK)
Is VIRAL Lab Needed? Analysis of Teacher's Needs in Aceh Physics Lab
Authors: Muliandi Arief , Samsudin Achmad , Sinaga Parlindungan , Ngadimin ‎
Published: April 2024

Virtual and real (VIRAL) laboratories are instructive facilities that can improve both learning results and have their particular advantages. The merger of the two laboratories is expected to significantly increase the effectiveness of the laboratory in learning physics. This study aimed to analyze laboratory activities, especially the VIRAL Lab on school physics subjects in Aceh. The study was conducted on 33 school Physics instructors (8 male and 25 female) in Aceh. This study used a survey method with a questionnaire instrument for laboratory usability investigation. The analysis used was descriptive quantitative. The results of the study illustrate that more than 80% of physics teachers in Aceh require hands-on and virtual labs in online and offline learning, 97% of physics teachers in Aceh still require virtual lab designs, and only 39.3% of teachers have combined VIRAL labs in one physics subject in Aceh.
Keywords: VIRAL lab, teacher’s needs, physics lab
Perception of Citizen Science Project in Ecology Courses Using Rasch Measurement Model
Authors: Susbiyanto Susbiyanto , Hidayat Topik , Surtikanti Hertien Koosbandiah , Riandi Riandi , Juandi Tarpin , Rochman Syaiful , Chatib Muhsin
Published: April 2024

The objectives of this study are to obtain information about the knowledge and readiness of students to accept citizen science that is integrated into ecology. Respondents were students of the biology education study program, State Islamic University, Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi, who had already completed the Ecology course. Respondents amounted to 75 students consisting of 67 female students and 8 male students. The study employed a quantitative descriptive approach. The perception data obtained was analyzed by utilizing Rasch model measurement software, WINSTEPS version 5.2.4.0. Rasch analysis was chosen based on its capability to model the relationship between item’s difficulty in rating, person’s ability, and possible responses. Data in the feasible category, since the calculated INFIT MNSQ and OUTFIT MNSQ scores are close to 1.0 logit, also the INFIT ZSTD and OUTFIT ZSTD scores are close to 0.0. The Cronbach Alpha value implies that a questionnaire can be accepted to measure student perception. The results of data analysis find out symptoms that students have a desire to try something new that are brought into Ecology courses. The diagnosis of student perceptions also indicates that students are expecting something new to be included in ecology learning that can support the improvement of competence in accordance with their expectations.
Keywords: perception, citizen science project, ecology courses, rasch measurement model
Analysis and Visualization Critical Thinking and Creative Thinking Trends of Research in Science Education Using R Studio
Authors: Susilawati Aay , Rochintaniawati Diana , Kustiawan Iwan , Hasanah Lilik , Riandi Riandi , Algiranto Algiranto , Loupatty Martha , Supriyadi Supriyadi
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to give a thorough overview of how to analyze and visualize creative and critical thinking trends in science education research using the bibliometrics technique. This study is based on 319 papers that were gathered and indexed by Scopus between the years 2002 and 2022 that dealt with critical and creative thinking in scientific education. For bibliometric analysis, we employed R Studio. There is an upsurge in studies on critical and creative thinking tendencies, and some nations have recently investigated critical and creative thinking in science education. Additionally, there is a growing tendency in education that emphasizes the connection between critical and creative thinking in the subject of study covered in this study. Considering the findings of this bibliometric analysis, it thus offers a summary and opportunities for additional research.
Keywords: critical thinking, creative thinking, science education, R Studio
Learning Problems of Prospective Teachers in Lectures Modern Physics During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Juandi Tarpin , Kaniawati Ida , Samsudin Achmad , Verawati Ni Nyoman Sri Putu , Zahara Laxmi
Published: April 2024

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit the world, many problems have been caused by accompanying effects, including impacts in the field of education. This study aims to explore the problems faced by physics education study program students in modern physics lectures in online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. The method used in this study is a qualitative description with a questionnaire as a data collection technique. A total of 28 students who contracted modern physics courses and two lecturers who taught modern physics courses were participants in this study. The collected data were analyzed descriptively-qualitatively. After data analysis, several problems faced by students in attending modern physics lectures can be identified, namely: difficulty mastering concepts, internet signal interference, less interesting/monotonous learning, and never doing modern physics practicum. Limited tools are the main factor in the inability to carry out practicum. Even though practicum allows students to master abstract concepts of modern physics. Based on these findings, further research can be carried out that can facilitate students to more easily master modern physics concepts that are integrated with a practicum in the learning process.
Keywords: learning problems, prospective teachers, lectures modern physics, covid-19 pandemic
The Analysis of Creative and Critical Thinking Abilities of Future Teachers on Analytical Chemistry Laboratory Activity
Authors: Dulanlebit Yeanchon Henry , Liliasari ‎ , Hernani ‎
Published: April 2024

The ability to think creatively and critically is considered the main cognitive competency. This study aimed to measure the thinking ability of students (n = 33) who participated in a laboratory activity in analytical chemistry. Case study methods were used to collect qualitative data, which supports quantitative data. The student’s creative and critical thinking abilities are measured by correlating the test result with their observations and responses. The results show that the student’s creative and critical thinking abilities are qualified as sufficient. An average of 46.96% of the students could provide correct answers, with the highest percentage on mixture separation tasks (72.7%). The students also showed creative and critical thinking abilities in creating and defining the result after consideration, resolving problems, providing answers with sound reasoning, observing, creating combinations and objects, and detailed ideas regarding the task indicators. The students could also define terms, analyze questions, and adapt their approaches to resolve tasks. The abilities of some students to identify problems from several points of view are still considered low, and they need to be able to identify issues based on given pictures and assess topics from different perspectives. The laboratory activity should create more indicators to think critically and creatively about every aspect.
Keywords: creative thinking, critical thinking, abilities of future teachers, analytical chemistry, laboratory activity
Analysis Scopus Article on Phenomenon-based Learning Through Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Supriyadi Supriyadi , Suhandi Andi , Samsudin Achmad , Setiawan Agus , Susilawati Aay , Isnawati Isnawati , Ismail Ismail
Published: April 2024

A bibliometric analysis is conducted for a scientific paper in Scopus databases about phenomenon-based learning, focusing on studies related to the use of phenomenon-based learning (PhenoBL) in learning at elementary, secondary, and higher education. The research purposes were 1) To analyze the results of bibliometric mapping visualization on research trends in phenomenon-based learning and its contribution to science learning. 2) To analyze author collaboration on research trends in phenomenon-based learning. 3) Recommendations for future phenomenon-based learning in science learning. In this research, the descriptive method is applied with a bibliometric approach. As much as 324 data were obtained through the Scopus databases published from 2012 to 2021. The study was carried out using R studio and the Bibliometrix R package. The results showed that phenomenon-based learning made a significant contribution to learning in elementary, secondary, and higher education. Phenomenon-based learning can be integrated with learning innovations in schools and can also train/improve students’ thinking skills. Phenomenon-based learning also dominates the social sciences.
Keywords: scopus article, phenomenon-based learning, bibliometric analysis
A Local Wisdom in Science Education Using Bibliometric Mapping and VOSviewer
Authors: Tiro Abdul Rachman , Surtikanti Hertien Koosbandiah , Riandi ‎ , Hidayat Febrian Andi
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to explore the growing trend of research direction in the field of science education based on local wisdom. This study used Scopus search analysis and VOS viewer software. Based on 343 articles (319 selected documents) selected from Scopus-indexed journals, co-authorship, co-citation, co-occurrence, and cluster and content analysis were carried out. The method used in this research is a bibliometric study using the Zupic and Cater standards by applying five standard workflows consisting of, (a) study design; (b) data collection; (c) data analysis; (d) visualization; and (e) interpretation. The results of the quantitative analysis showed that the most important publications on science education based on local wisdom are instruments and products. Literature on local wisdom-based science education has explored the results of this study revealing that 15 topics that have become the latest research trends and are related to this study include studies on, local wisdom, science, ecosystem, science learning, education, development, social science, local knowledge, scientific knowledge, research method, society, assessment, sustainability development, tradition, and culture. The bibliometric study that was conducted illustrates science education researchers that studies related to the development of science teaching materials based on local wisdom to achieve sustainable development goals in the field of education quality (ESD) and life on land (ecosystems). Future research is expected to strengthen the national identity and character of students by applying local wisdom-based science learning to achieve sustainable development goals.
Keywords: local wisdom, science education, bibliometric mapping, VOSviewer
Prospective Elementary School Teachers Environmental Literacy: What, Why, and How?
Authors: Suratmi Suratmi , Supriatna Nana , Sopandi Wahyu , Wulan Ana Ratna
Published: April 2024

Environmental literacy is one of the main subjects and themes in developing 21stcentury skills. Environmental literacy can be used as an effort to overcome problems related to environmental issues. This paper aims to provide an overview of the role of universities in producing prospective elementary school teachers who have good environmental literacy and are expected to be able to implement it in learning. For this purpose, there are 3 questions in this paper 1) What are the components of measuring environmental literacy from elementary school teacher’s prospective? Why is it necessary to develop environmental literacy in elementary school teacher’s prospective? How can environmental literacy be trained and improved? This study uses a descriptive method with a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques used were literature documents such as international articles, national articles, and relevant books. The data analysis technique includes four stages, namely (1) data collection, (2) data presentation, (3) data reduction, and data inventory (4) data conclusion. The results of this study are in the form of information on measuring components of environmental literacy for prospective elementary school teachers, reasons why it is necessary to develop literacy, and alternative learning models that can be used to instill environmental literacy for prospective elementary school teachers. The results of this study can be used as reference material in training and developing the environmental literacy of students, especially in universities.
Keywords: prospective, elementary school teachers, Environmental Literacy
How is Reflective Practice in Learning? A Science Teachers Perspective
Authors: Babutta Selvies Lea , Riandi Riandi , Kaniawati Ida , Hendayana Sumar
Published: April 2024

Reflective is a thinking process that can be carried out by teachers, leading to improvements in effective classroom management and quality and improving student performance, so that reflective practices are indispensable in teaching and learning practices. This study aims to describe the reflective practice of science teachers in junior high schools. Primary data were collected based on the teacher’s experience in teaching science learning, highlighting three aspects including reflective action, the form of reflective action, and follow-up to reflective activities. This qualitative study was conducted through the distribution of online questionnaires. The results indicate that reflective action in learning by science teachers is always carried out, but the form of reflective action has not yet involved many peers, principals, and supervisors. Most often done by teachers themselves, to accept other people’s thoughts, learn, or share good practices have not fully occurred. The follow-up of reflective activities has not been followed by changes to the design of further learning in the lesson plan, but teachers are more focused on changing the teaching process that they do in class independently.
Keywords: reflective practice, science teachers, perspective
Popülizm ve Popülist Anlatı: Tiktok’ta Netnografik Bir Analiz
Authors: Keskin Alptekin
Published: April 2024

Bu çalışmada son yıllarda kullanıcıların sıklıkla zaman geçirdiği platformlardan olan TikTok’un siyasal iletişim aracı olarak popülist anlatı sürecinde nasıl kullanıldığı Mustafa SARIGÜL’ün TikTok hesabından seçilen 4 (adet) videosunun analizi üzerinden değerlendirilmiştir. Popülist anlatılar, popülist söylemlerin oluşmasında etkili araçlar arasındadır. Politikacılar, siyasal iletişim süreçlerinde popülist politikaları popülist anlatılarla sunmaktadır. Bu anlatıların son yıllarda TikTok platformunda politika yapıcılar tarafından hızla kullanıldığı gözlenmektedir. Dijital platformlar bu anlamda politikacılara yeni “sahne”ler sunmaktadır. Popülist anlatılar, Goffman’ın “benliğin sunumu” yaklaşımınca dijital sahnelerden olan TikTok’ta açıkça gözlenmektedir. Mustafa SARIGÜL’ün Türkiye kamuoyunu ilgilendiren siyasal konularla ilgili TikTok’taki bazı videolarının 3-5 milyon aralığında izlendiği görülmüştür. Bu kapsamda Mustafa SARIGÜL’ün TikTok’ta kamuoyunun yakından takip ettiği konularla ilgili 4 videosuna bırakılan toplam 18661 yorum netnografik yöntemle analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sonuçlarına göre videolara bırakılan yorumların 1) Video İçeriklerini ve Mustafa SARIGÜL’ü Eleştirenler; 2) Video İçeriklerini ve Mustafa SARIGÜL’ü Destekleyenler, 3) Mustafa SARIGÜL’ün TikTok’ta olmasını beğenmeyenler/eleştirenler, 4) Videoların Teatral Olduğunu Savunanlar olmak üzere 4 (dört) kategoride değerlendirilebileceği anlaşılmıştır.
Causes of Delay in EPC Projects: The Case of Indonesia
Authors: Sarwani  , Baihaqi Imam , Utomo Christiono
Published: April 2024

The construction industry is a significant part of the economy in developing countries. During Indonesia's 2010-2020 period, many large-scale EPC projects were launched to build new plants and infrastructure facilities. However, most of these projects experienced delays. This research aims to identify the causes of delays in EPC projects in Indonesia. It also investigates whether specific characteristics of EPC projects within the fertilizer industry in Indonesia, particularly those associated with state-owned companies, contribute to these delays. Data was collected through questionnaires with samples from company construction experts involved in EPC projects consisting of 41 owners, 14 contractors, and 12 consultants. The Relative Importance Index (RII) was subsequently computed, revealing the top ten delay causes for EPC projects in Indonesia based on the highest RII values consisting of delays in procuring equipment/materials, contractor difficulties in funding the project, ineffective project planning and scheduling, the winner of the tender is the lowest bidder, rework due to errors during construction, poor communication and coordination between parties involved in the project, delays in the work of design, disputes in understanding the EPC contract and project specification, unrealistic the duration of the project and delays in the owner's decision. Comparison of delay factors with other developing countries in Asia and Africa shows similarities. Notably, among these categories, contractor-related factors demonstrated the highest RII values. Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient shows that all respondents highly agreed with the individual ranking of delay factors.
Inventário de Libras da Região de Rio Branco, Acre: possibilidades para o estudo da variação lexical
Authors: Sousa Alexandre Melo de , GARCIA Rosane
Published: April 2024

O Inventário de Libras da Região de Rio Branco, Acre, constitui um projeto que visa a constituir um banco de dados sobre a Língua Brasileira de Sinais falada pela Comunidade Surda da capital acreana, a partir de entrevistas com 36 surdos distribuídos igualmente em três grupos etários: de 18 a 29 anos, de 30 a 49 anos, acima de 50 anos. Neste artigo, descrevemos como ocorreu a coleta dos dados do Inventário e demonstramos, quantitativamente, as possibilidades de estudos com foco na variação lexical, dentro do próprio corpus e em comparação aos dados de outros Inventários de Libras já constituídos.
Pega a visão: gírias no ensino de língua espanhola à luz da variação linguística
Authors: Xavier Débora Luise Souza , Sobrinho Laura Marques , Baronas Joyce Elaine De Almeida
Published: April 2024

As gírias são unidades léxicas que evidenciam marcas socioculturais e identificam indivíduos em relação a determinados grupos sociais. Este trabalho tem por objetivo apresentar uma reflexão sobre os preceitos teóricos da variação linguística e apresentar contribuições didáticas para o estudo de gírias em memes da rede social Instagram, enquanto ferramenta de ensino de Espanhol. A metodologia utilizada consiste em pesquisa bibliográfica, com abordagem qualitativa. Valemo-nos de preceitos teóricos sobre variação linguística e ensino de línguas (Camacho, 2011; Faraco, 2002; Faraco, 2008), e sobre o gênero meme na internet (Barbosa, 2017). Em um segundo momento, apresentamos considerações sobre a exploração dos memes em atividades de ensino e aprendizagem de Espanhol para estudantes brasileiros, à luz de estudos da variação linguística. Conhecer elementos que caracterizam normas linguísticas do espanhol auxilia o aprendiz a desenvolver sua consciência frente à diversidade linguística e cultural de seu idioma e do idioma que busca aprender.
Transactions Involving Spouses: The Status and Prospects
Authors:   Chief Research Scientist of the Department of Procedure Law of the Institute of State and Law of the Russian Academy of Sciences, LL.D., Letova Natalia V.
Published: April 2024

The article analyzes legislative innovations aimed at regulating transactions involving spouses, identifies the advantages and disadvantages of the regime of their common joint property, and identifies the main difficulties that arise in practice in connection with the application of the relevant rules It has been proven that the essential influence of the legal status of participants in transactions is manifested at all stages of property relations, which presupposes compliance with special requirements aimed at ensuring the protection of their property rights as a result of transactions they conclude regarding their common property.
Division of Debt Obligations Arising as a Result of Joint Business Activities of Spouses
Authors:   Lawyer, Bozhko Alisa S. , Usanova Viktoria A. ,   Head of the Department of Financial and Entrepreneurial Law of the Volgograd Institute of Management, Branch of the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, PhD (Law), Associate Professor
Published: April 2024

The article outlines certain aspects of the application of the rules of family law on the division of debt obligations arising in connection with the implementation of joint entrepreneurial activity by spouses. On the basis of interpretation of general provisions of private law the position on the possibility of attributing debts arising from entrepreneurial activities to the joint property of spouses in their division is substantiated. A number of problems complicating the equal and proportional participation of spouses in joint business, the distribution of debt obligations (proof of bad faith conduct of one of the spouses in connection with the emergence and performance of disputed credit obligations, significant improvements in the property acquired with borrowed funds under the mortgage agreement as a basis for attributing the mortgage obligation to joint) are highlighted; the need for the Russian Supreme Court to develop additional criteria and conditions allowing to unambiguously decide.
The Legal Regime of the Low-Rise Housing Stock in Russia
Authors:   Director of Yurist Law Company, LLC, Lawyer for Legal Consulting of the Population at the Reception of the President of the Russian Federation, Applicant for the Academic Degree of PhD (Law) at the Academy of Labor and Social Relations, Dmitrieva Assia A.
Published: April 2024

The article is devoted to very acute issue of legal regulation of the low-rise private housing fund, since the latter is one of the most prioritized and rapidly growing areas of territorial development in the Russian Federation, which rises the disputes over the legal regime of various types of lowrise housing stock, the legal status of owners and users of the corresponding residential premises, the nature of the emerging housing relations. The relevance of these problems is seen through the important changes in the housing and construction legislation of the Russian Federation, introduced in 2022. The purpose of this study is to identify common features and peculiarities of the legal regime of private low–rise housing stock, the nature of housing and other legal relations arising during the construction, commissioning and subsequent use of low-rise residential buildings. For this purpose, the features of the legal regime of an ordinary low-rise residential building, a blocked residential building, a low-rise residential complex, low-rise apartment buildings are analyzed. Having conducted a comparative analysis of the legislation fixing the features of the legal regime of various types of low-rise residential buildings, the practice of its application, the author comes to the conclusion that it is necessary to expand the application of the analogy of the law in resolving disputes concerning low-rise housing stock.
Experience of Individual Northern European Countries in Providing Protection of Justice (Criminological Aspect and Criminal Law Aspect)
Authors: Khrystova Yuliia , Khrystov Oleksandr , Karpenko Maksym , Shendryk Vladyslav , Kasapohlu Svitlana
Published: April 2024

The purpose of the article is to  describes experience of Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden in providing criminological protection of justice. . This article is the qualitative research with a historical and comparative approach. Thus, as of 01 January, 2023, employees of the Court Security Service in Ukraine ensured public order and security in 590 appellate and local courts and bodies of the justice system, which is more than 80% of their total number , and as of 01 January 2024 security was ensured in 639 (87 %) objects of the justice system.  To a large extent, this is related to introduction of restrictions in Ukraine provided for by martial law as a result of the armed aggression of the Russian Federation.The results of the study concluded that the  it has been established that  today in some countries of Northern Europe, in contrast to Ukraine, permanent security checks for all visitors are implemented only in those courts where such checks are needed for security reasons, and implementation of such a criminological function is entrusted to security inspectors represented by police officers, court employees, as well as security companies. Based on the results of the research, promising directions for improving activities of the Court Security Service of Ukraine were determined, and expediency of strategic planning practice in the sphere of ensuring protection of justice in Ukraine was also emphasized.
Derecho fundamental a una muerte digna en Colombia. Una corrección jurisprudencial a la omisión legislativa
Authors: Aicardo Vergara Santiago , Restrepo John Fernando
Published: April 2024

La no consagración explícita del derecho a una muerte digna en la Constitución y su falta de desarrollo legislativo no han sido un impedimento para que la Corte Constitucional reconozca la existencia de este derecho y determine su naturaleza jurídica como derecho fundamental. Inicialmente esta concesión normativa fue reconocida como un derecho fundamental por conexidad con los derechos a la dignidad humana, la vida y el libre desarrollo de la personalidad. El desarrollo progresivo de la jurisprudencia ha permitido entender que el derecho a una muerte digna es un derecho fundamental complejo y autónomo que se puede traducir en un derecho subjetivo. Es un derecho complejo porque depende de circunstancias muy particulares para su configuración e involucra elementos penales que distorsionan o refuerzan su garantía. Es un derecho autónomo en tanto su vulneración no está condicionada a la transgresión de otros derechos constitucionales y si bien se relaciona con el derecho a la vida, la dignidad, la autonomía, la salud y otros derechos, conserva su independencia como garantía constitucional fundamental.
Fighting Corruption in Latin America and the Caribbean at a Supranational Level: Balances and Challenges of the Inter-American Convention Against Corruption
Authors: Hernández G. José Ignacio
Published: April 2024

La Convención Interamericana Contra la Corrupción de 1996 fue el primer tratado firmado para combatir la corrupción en el ámbito transnacional. La Convención fue adoptada debido al creciente interés de la Organización de los Estados Americanos en proteger la democracia en la región, particularmente en relación con la corrupción y otros vicios de los gobiernos electos. En ese sentido, la Convención promueve la convergencia de los marcos nacionales anticorrupción y la cooperación internacional en casos de corrupción transna­cional. Para mejorar su eficacia, en 2001, la Organización creó un Mecanismo de Seguimiento basado en la cooperación técnica y consensuada. En 2016 se dio un paso más con la creación de la Misión de Apoyo a la Lucha contra la Corrupción y la Impunidad en Honduras, la cual fue terminada en 2020 por el Gobierno de Honduras para proteger la soberanía nacional. La Convención demuestra que la mayor debilidad de las respuestas supranacionales a la co­rrupción es la falta de mecanismos internacionales de aplicación. Para hacer frente a esa situación, la Organización de los Estados Americanos ha creado instrumentos flexibles para supervisar el cumplimiento de la Convención basados en la cooperación y colaboración de los Estados. Sin embargo, la defensa de la soberanía nacional (debido al principio de no intervención) y la fragilidad del Estado para implementar políticas anticorrupción han creado nuevos desafíos.
A Closer Look at Instructor Use and Sensemaking Processes of Analytics Dashboards
Authors: AlZoubi Dana , Baran Evrim
Published: April 2024

There is a growing interest in the research and use of automated feedback dashboards that display classroom analytics; yet little is known about the detailed processes instructors use to make sense of these tools, and to determine the impact on their teaching practices. This research was conducted at a public Midwestern university within the context of an automated classroom observation and feedback implementation project. Fifteen engineering instructors engaged in this research. The overarching goal was to investigate instructor teaching beliefs, pedagogical practices, and sensemaking processes regarding dashboard use. A grounded theory approach was used to identify categories related to instructor perceptions. Results revealed that instructor experiences inform both their present use of the dashboard and consequential future actions. A model is presented that illustrates categories included in instructor pre-use, use, and post-use of an automated feedback dashboard. An extension to this model is presented and accompanied by recommendations for a more effective future use of automated dashboards. The model’s practical implications inform both instructors and designers on effective design and use of dashboards, ultimately paving a way to improve pedagogical practices and instruction.
Implementation of EU Rules on Circular Economy in Romanian EEE Sector: Targets and Results
Authors: Bostan Ionel
Published: April 2024

Our review is focused on the complex issue of circularity in the Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) sector in Romania, taking into account the European regulatory framework and those pressing factors justified by the growing concerns for maintaining a clean environment and protecting public health. Emphasizing the issue of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and the imperative of their inclusion in the circular economy, we compellingly highlight the most significant aspects of this theme, at both the European Union and Romanian levels. Special attention is given to the analysis of norms, practices, and outcomes regarding the man-agement of WEEE at the national level, simultaneously highlighting the main problems and dif-ficulties faced by the addressed field. Clearly, in the conclusion of the paper, we also make a series of proposals for improving the situation. Striving for a comprehensive treatment of the issue, we believe that the work can be of great value to researchers, industry professionals, decision-makers, legislators, as well as entrepreneurs who perceive the EEE/WEEE sector as one where profitable businesses can be conducted.
Review of the book „Statutul juridic și rolul organizaţiilor nonguvernamentale în guvernările democratice” [The legal status and role of non-governmental organizations in democratic governments], Author – Ciprian Gabriel Ungureanu, LUMEN Publishing, Iasi, 2024
Authors: Florea Dumitrița
Published: April 2024

The present article represents a book review of the volume „Statutul juridic și rolul organizaţiilor nonguvernamentale în guvernările democratice” [The legal status and role of non-governmental organizations in democratic governments], authored by Ciprian Gabriel Ungureanu, published byLumen Publishing, in 2024. The work of the author Ciprian Gabriel Ungureanu reflects the concerns for the regulation of constitutional law analyzed through the lens of domestic law and the applicable comparative law in this field. His volume highlights the study of some aspects related to the role and functions of civil society, the organizational forms of civil society, the legal status of non-governmental organizations and the comparable element of non-governmental organizations in Romania and the Republic of Moldova (Ungureanu, 2015).