bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Clinical and cytohistomorphological evaluation of peripheral nerve sheath tumours with special reference to immunohistochemical diversity in a tertiary care hospital
Authors: Shams Asfa , Maheshwari Veena , Afroz Nishat
Published: October 2023

Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumours (PNST), though have a frequent prevalence, are diagnostically challenging. There is a wide spectrum of lesions ranging from benign entities like neurofibroma, Schwannoma, perineurioma to malignant entities like malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumours (MPNST), malignant granular cell tumour and malignant perineurioma. Since there is an overlap with other spindle and round cell tumours, IHC and molecular studies are needed to provide a clear distinction between different tumour types.

It was a 5 years observational study (3 years retrospective and 2 years prospective) conducted in the Department of Pathology, JNMCH, AMU from 2015-2020. . History and relevant clinical findings were retrieved from the archives of both the Histopathology and Cytopathology Lab. Imprints as well as FNA smears were included from Cytopathology Lab and biopsies and resection specimen from Histopathology Lab. Immunohistochemistry was applied wherever necessary.

A total of 82 cases were diagnosed over a 5 year period out of which 70 were benign and 12 malignant. Male preponderance was seen. Benign tumours comprised mostly of Neurofibroma and Schwannoma and there were 12 cases of MPNST. Correlation was established between Cytopathological and Histopathological findings and IHC, mostly S100 proved useful in differentiating it from other malignant spindle cell tumours.

The differential diagnoses of these tumours has always posed a problem given their monotonous appearance and clinical overlap. This study, therefore, aims to analyse the diverse morphological features of Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumours in the light of cytopathological and histopathological findings and immunohistochemistry.
A rare case of pleomorphic adenoma of the nasal cavity
Authors: Singh Puja , Singh Ranbeer , Arora Pooja , Singh Tejasvita
Published: October 2023

One of the most prevalent benign tumors of the main salivary glands is pleomorphic adenoma. They may also develop in the smaller salivary glands, which are common in the nasal cavity. The aim is to present this rare case which was diagnosed with tissue sampling and histopathological examination in conjunction with radiological findings.

A 36-year-old woman's right nasal cavity was found to have a soft tissue mass that was seen protruding from the nasal septum. A detailed histological analysis led to the conclusion that the nasal cavity was home to a pleomorphic adenoma.

In conclusion, pleomorphic adenomas in minor salivary glands are extremely uncommon, and they are much more uncommon in the nasal cavity, where they typically develop from the nasal septum. Due to the presence of lower stromal and higher epithelial components, it may be misdiagnosed at early stages. Resultant delayed detection leads to aggressive treatment.
Use of adjuvant intravenous bevacizumab for aggressive recurrent respiratory papillomatosis- A case report
Authors: Shivnani Deepa
Published: October 2023

Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP) is a benign condition which needs frequent surgical interventions for debulking of papillomatosis lesions for securing the airway. There is no definitive treatment for the management of RRP so far. Bevacizumab either intralesional or systemic has emerged as a promising solution for RRP patients undergoing repeated surgeries. We are reporting a case of a 6-year-old child with juvenile onset RRP who was treated by surgical excision of lesion with adjuvant systemic bevacizumab therapy.
The role of photobiomodulation therapy for supportive care during head and neck cancer treatment
Authors: Khatri Rajkumari  P.
Published: October 2023

Radiotherapy and chemotherapy are frequently employed in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC), causing significant side effects that impair life quality and prognosis by interfering with the cancer treatment regimen. There is a large body of evidence supporting the efficacy of low-level laser therapy (LLLT), also known as Photobiomodulation (PBM), when used for the prevention and/or treatment of oral mucositis in patients undergoing radiotherapy for head and neck cancer or high-dose chemotherapy regimens. This could enhance patients’ quality of life, adherence to the prescribed cancer therapy, and treatment outcomes while reducing the cost of cancer care and hospitalization.
Uma análise discursivo-funcional da correção
Authors: Pezatti Erotilde Goreti , Camacho Roberto Gomes
Published: October 2023

As atividades de processamento textual podem conter “problemas” de formulação e de continuidade, ao menos na concepção do próprio falante, passíveis, para ele, de reformulação, dentre os quais se incluem as correções. Há dois tipos de correção: a infirmação, que invalida completa ou parcialmente uma informação emitida no discurso precedente e a retificação, em que o Enunciado Fonte e o Reformulador seguem uma mesma direção semântica (FÁVERO; ANDRADE; AQUINO, 1999, p. 61). A Gramática Discursivo Funcional (HENGEVELD; MACKENZIE, 2008) denomina tanto a correção retificadora quanto a infirmativa ora por Clarificação (“Clarification”) ora por Correção (“Correction”). O objetivo deste artigo é fazer uma descrição de dois tipos específicos de constituinte extraoracional na gramática do português falado, a correção e a clarificação, mediante procedimentos qualitativos de análise. Adota-se aqui a posição assumida por Giomi e Keizer (2020) de que esses constituintes são, na realidade, Atos Discursivos que exercem determinadas funções retóricas na superfície textual. Em atenção especial ao postulado funcionalista de que a análise deve debruçar-se sobre a língua em uso no contexto social, tanto quanto possível, aplica-se uma análise qualitativa, de caráter interpretativo, a dados obtidos do material coletado pelo Projeto da Norma Urbana Culta (NURC)/Brasil, tal como historiado por Castilho (1990). Os resultados apontam para o caráter sintaticamente frouxo desses constituintes em relação à estrutura da oração, que lhes permite aparecer em várias posições, repetidas ou não, da codificação morfossintática. Sugerimos, no final, que, na situação discursiva em que o Enunciado Fonte não esteja suficientemente especificado, a reformulação seja denominada Clarificação e, na situação de invalidação do Enunciado Fonte, a reformulação seja denominada Correção.
Análise da microconstrução perto de sob ótica da Linguística Funcional Centrada no Uso
Authors: Rosário Ivo da Costa do , Luiz Elias Pessôa Vitor
Published: October 2023

Seguindo os pressupostos teórico-metodológicos da Linguística Funcional Centrada no Uso, com aportes da Linguística Textual, este artigo tem como objetivo analisar as principais propriedades morfossintáticas e semântico-pragmáticas da microconstrução conectora perto de. Segundo Traugott e Trousdale (2013), a língua é uma rede de construções hierarquicamente organizadas, cuja unidade básica é a construção, produto de um pareamento forma e função (GOLDBERG, 1995, 2016). Com base em dados coletados no Corpus do Português (Interface NOW), realiza-se uma análise qualitativa desse conector oracional, responsável por estabelecer relações de coesão sequencial (cf. FÁVERO, 2009). A partir da análise de dados de uso real, os resultados indicam que perto de atua como elemento de conexão oracional em língua portuguesa, ligando orações não finitas marcadas pela noção de tempo aproximativo. Na sua constituição, atuaram os processos de neoanálise e de analogização (TRAUGOTT; TROUSDALE, 2013).
Itinerário discursivo da misoginia: arena política, interferência jornalística e “senso de humor”
Authors: Ferreira Neves Ribeiro Patrícia
Published: October 2023

Este estudo investiga imaginários sociodiscursivos do feminino espelhados tanto pelo dito político, quanto pela voz jornalística que o relata. Partimos da suposição de que, ainda na atualidade, a naturalização da violência simbólica contra a mulher é: (i) flagrante em pronunciamento da instância política – que o justifica sob pretexto humorístico; e (ii) condenada por instância jornalística de grande circulação – que o reporta sob viés crítico. Para um exame qualitativo do corpus, este trabalho, possuindo como escopo teórico primordial a Análise Semiolinguística do Discurso, apoia-se em uma metodologia em tripla dimensão – situacional, discursiva e formal. Além disso, equilibrando-se sob um múltiplo eixo teórico, volta-se ao tratamento de: (i) imaginários sociodiscursivos do feminino, com base, primordialmente, em bell hooks (2019), Bourdieu (2014) e Sarmento et al. (2019); (ii) representações dos dizeres sob o contrato político e a interferência jornalística, com apoio, principalmente, em Charaudeau (2006a; 2006b) e Marcuschi (1991); (iii) ato humorístico, com o respaldo, sobretudo, de Bergson (1987) e Charaudeau (2006c). A investigação proposta, percorrendo itinerários de violência contra a mulher, parece acenar para a resistência de um sentido hegemônico estereotipado do feminino na arena política, justificado por certo “senso de humor”, e sua contestação pela interferência jornalística.
Bibliographia alvaresiana: sonho irrealista ou projeto com futuro?
Authors: Kemmler Rolf
Published: October 2023

Tendo como ponto de partida o artigo do jesuíta italiano Emilio Springhetti (1913- 1976) em que este atribui, para a gramática latino-portuguesa Emmanvelis Alvari è Societate Iesu de institutione grammatica libri tres d o j esuíta m adeirense M anuel Álvares (1526-1583) um número de 530 edições (Springhetti 1962-1963: 304), o presente artigo empreende um estudo das referências à gramática alvaresiana e das respetivas listagens dentro dos repertórios bibliográficos existentes desde o século XVII até a finais do século XX. Perante a divergência das edições documentadas, que vai desde a consideração de 158 edições completas e parciais, em 1854, até à listagem de 651 em finais do século XX, exemplificam-se alguns resultados das nossas investigações bibliográficas atuais sobre os inícios das várias tradições nacionais da gramática alvaresiana em vários países da Europa quinhentista e seiscentista. Como temos trabalhado em aumentar a secção alvaresiana da base de dados brasileira LUSODAT (s.d. a) ao longo de algo mais de uma década, o artigo termina por oferecer uma atualização do quadro de Springhetti (por natureza provisório como os trabalhos continuam), intitulado «Edições da gramática alvaresiana», e em cujo âmbito o número tem crescido para 1098 edições, oferecendo, assim, um primeiro passo para um futuro estabelecimento daquilo que se deverá chamar Bibliographia alvaresiana.
Língua portuguesa no contexto timorense: uma perspectiva histórica (1512-2002)
Authors: Brito Regina , Indart Karin
Published: October 2023

Timor-Leste, país de colonização portuguesa situado no Sudeste Asiático, tem trajetória singular no âmbito dos estudos lusófonos, devido às especificidades que a língua portuguesa assumiu ao longo da história timorense. O país foi colônia de Portugal até 1975, quando foi invadido pela Indonésia, numa incursão violenta que se estendeu até 1999, quando o território passou por um período de Administração Transitória das Nações Unidas. Com esse pano de fundo, este artigo, apresenta, fundamentado em fontes teóricas e em depoimentos de personagens da história do país, um percurso que se inicia em 1512 e se estende até 2002, abarcando desde a chegada dos portugueses, passando pelas fases distintas de difusão da língua portuguesa, sua proibição durante o período de dominação indonésia e de seu uso como língua da resistência timorense, até sua consagração constitucional como língua oficial (estatuto que desfruta ao lado da língua nacional, o tétum), que ocorre em 2002, ano que assinala a independência da República Democrática de Timor-Leste.
“Ti Zé quando chupa a mbeta começa a sabular”: para uma análise sociolinguística do calão do português angolano
Authors: Osório Paulo , João João Paulino
Published: October 2023

Embora o português de Angola (PA) siga fundamentalmente a norma do português europeu (PE), existem, na verdade, diferenças significativas entre as duas variedades nas mais diversas estruturas linguísticas. Em Angola, a profusão de contactos entre línguas e povos diversificados, ao longo da sua história, perfila-se como fator preponderante no distanciamento das referidas estruturas, configurando-se, pois, no espaço angolano, um convívio da língua portuguesa com as línguas nativas, maioritariamente de origem Bantu, em ambiente sociolinguístico de imposição idiomática. Esta hibridização resulta numa variedade metaforicamente mestiça, que, a partir do período de pós-independência, fez emergir um calão particular, enquanto emblema da angolanidade. Este estudo, de caráter sociolinguístico, analisa usos do calão no PA, contrastando-os, sempre que possível, com o PE. Recorremos, para o efeito, à análise de um inquérito dirigido a 114 inquiridos, o qual mostrou que o calão angolano tem inclusive influenciado a variedade europeia do português.
O manual escolar e o ensino da gramática: algumas considerações e conclusões a partir de um “caso”
Authors: Assunção Carlos , Tender Manuela
Published: October 2023

Atualmente, o manual escolar é o recurso educativo mais utilizado por professores e alunos. No contexto educativo português, ele goza de um estatuto privilegiado, consignado nos próprios normativos legais. A centralidade deste recurso educativo verifica-se igualmente no que respeita ao ensino-aprendizagem do Português. Assim, dada a forte presença do manual escolar nos processos de ensino-aprendizagem da disciplina de Língua Portuguesa/Português, é nosso objetivo nuclear verificar, a partir do estudo de um “caso”, se o manual desempenha um papel determinante na (con)formação de conceções, práticas e representações sobre a língua, sobre o processo de ensino-aprendizagem dessa língua, sobre o papel dos diversos intervenientes nesse processo, a validade de determinados conteúdos e/ ou metodologias, etc., uma vez que ele veicula, de forma explícita e/ou implícita, conceções e representações de autores e editores sobre esses aspetos.
Comparison of Onset of Action, Intubating Conditions, and Recovery Characteristics of Rocuronium and Cisatracurium In Patients Undergoing Abdominal Surgery under General Anesthesia: A Prospective Randomized Control Trial
Authors: Taneja Swati , Kaur Amardeep , Mahajan Shalvi , Kansal Ankit
Published: October 2023

Background: Neuromuscular blocking drugs (NMBD) have paved the way for the conduct of every known surgical procedure. However, the hunt for optimum NMD with appropriate intubating circumstances is continuous. Rocuronium and cisatracurium are amongst the newer NMBDs. We aim to compare the onset of action, intubating conditions, duration of action, and recovery features in a dose twice the ED95 in patients having abdominal surgery.
Methods: A total 60 American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA) I and II adult patients were randomized equally into Group A and Group B. Group A received Inj. Rocuronium 0.6 mg/kg and Group B received Inj. Cisatracurium 0.10 mg/kg. We assessed the intubating conditions after ensuring jaw relaxation using both the clinical criteria and neuromuscular monitoring whereas onset time, duration of action and recovery time were assessed using neuromuscular monitoring only.
Results: In Group A, a significant rapid onset of action of muscle relaxant was seen compared to Group B (2.4±0.30 mins versus 4.0±0.09 mins, p= 0.00). 93% patients had excellent intubating conditions in Group A compared to 73% patients in Group B (p= 0.038). The duration of action in Group A was 36.73±1.05 mins and in Group B was 47.40 ±1.33mins (p=0.00). Similarly, early mean duration of recovery was found in Group A-45.30±1.29mins versus Group B -57.77±1.19 mins, p= 0.00).
Conclusion: Rocuronium provides rapid onset of action with excellent intubating conditions, and shorter duration of action with an early recovery time compared to cisatracurium.
Social Entrepreneurship Model Counseling on Sharia Cooperatives Managers and Members
Authors: Muhardi M , . Nurdin , Gandana Madjakusumah D. , Irfani Aminuddin
Published: October 2023

Mungsolkanas Mosque is one of the mosques that has a Sharia cooperative that operates as a community empowerment unit. However, the resulting empowerment cooperatives are not optimal. It is indicated that this mosque is still finding it difficult to optimize its empowerment effort to improve society’s quality of life. This community service activity is intended to provide solutions needed by cooperative managers and managers so that the resulting empowerment benefits are more optimal. It is also expected that through this activity, the empowerment effort can be further enhanced by actively involving the society in economic activity development. The method used in this community service activity is knowledge improvement through FGD. After conducting preliminary research, we discovered that the less optimal output of empowerment is caused by: (a) a lack of knowledge of managers about the activities of the entrepreneurial concept; and (b) the difficulty of cooperative managers in identifying the potential of the community in order to determine the type of entrepreneurial activity to be developed. After this activity, we concluded that there is a significant knowledge improvement from the participants, by increased knowledge on how to determine the most suitable business line to enhance the cooperative’s contribution on sovereignty improvement in society.
Keywords: social entrepreneurship, mosque cooperatives, society empowerment
Social Entrepreneurship Through Mosque Cooperatives in Building Loan-shark-free Society Economy
Authors: Muhardi M , Nurdin N , Ihwanuddin Nandang
Published: October 2023

The existence of mosque cooperatives has driven strong independency both from the economic and social perspectives. The objective of this research is to acknowledge; (a) the social entrepreneurship situation and existence of mosque cooperatives; and (b) the social entrepreneurship concept practiced by mosque cooperatives in building a loan-sharks-free society with economic independence. This research used a descriptive qualitative method with interview, observation, and focus group discussion as data collection instruments. The sample of this research is a number of mosques in Sukabumi Regency that are actively involved in society’s economic development efforts. The analytical tool utilized in this research is SWOT analysis. Based on this research, we concluded that; (a) social entrepreneurship implemented by mosque cooperatives is practiced by providing interests-free capital loans for non-formal economy sectors; and (b) social entrepreneurship implemented by mosque cooperatives is also practiced by taking an active role as a marketer or distribution channel for non-formal sectors.
Keywords: economy of society, mosque cooperatives, empowerment
Interpersonal Meaning in Public Communication Strategy
Authors: Tyaningsih Annisa Rachmani , Palapah Maya Amalia Oesman , Hernawati Riza , Samyah Amira Hazari , Nurmawan Aldisha Putri
Published: October 2023

The outbreak of unfiltered and uncontrollable information during the COVID-19 pandemic era has given rise to the phenomenon known as the ”infodemic.” This phenomenon has caused confusion and instilled fear among the public. The infodemic has made it challenging for people to access accurate, credible, and reliable sources of guidance, resulting in public distrust. In response, governments have taken direct action by establishing COVID-19 Task Forces at national and institutional levels. These task forces serve as the frontline in providing directions and information to the public about COVID-19. To fulfill this role, COVID-19 Task Forces in universities have made efforts to design communication strategies that can earn the trust of the community. This study aims to identify the public communication strategies employed by two universities, namely Universitas Islam Bandung (UNISBA) and Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI). The focus will be on the use of interpersonal meaning in delivering the message. The research utilizes a qualitative method with a case study approach. Data collection techniques involve in-depth observation interviews, literature review/documentation, and focus group discussions (FGDs). The data analysis employs interpersonal meaning analysis based on Halliday’s framework. The results reveal that each university adopts a distinct interpersonal meaning as their public communication strategy to portray their institutional image.
Keywords: Covid-19 task force, interpersonal meaning, public communication strategy
Child Well-being in Islamic Perspective
Authors: . Nurul Afrianti , . Erhamwilda , Dudi Suhardini Asep , Husnu Tazkia Alma
Published: October 2023

This study aims to reveal the Islamic perspective on the concept of well-being and its relevance and implications for children’s lives and parenting practices. It is important to understand the role of the religious value system as a driving force for parenting by paying attention to the various dimensions of children as a whole human being. The conceptual essence of the scope of well-being in an Islamic perspective can be drawn by studying a number of verses in the Qur’an and the Prophet’s hadith. By using the results of research and literature review, this conceptual essence was developed into a description of a number of well-being principles as the basis for the implementation of parenting. The approach and method used in this writing is to collect the texts of the verses of the Qur’an and al-Hadith—which are assumed to contain the idea of well-being—then interpret it based on the paradigm and theoretical principles of education, kinship, and psychology to obtain the basic framework of well-being in an Islamic perspective. These paradigms and principles include, the purpose of life to obtain worldly and hereafter happiness; children are holistic human beings in all aspects of their lives; the development of all aspects of children’s lives is the responsibility of their parents or families; child care must be in accordance with the child’s growth and development; and Islamic spirituality is a fundamental factor that animates the optimization of aspects of children’s lives, which include spirituality or religiosity, intellectuality, emotional/mental/psychological, physical, social, and environmental aspects. Well-being, in each of these aspects, is achieved through various treatments of parents toward their children in parenting.
Keywords: well-being, parenting, Islamic perspective
Building a Tourism Village Ecosystem in Rawabogo Tourism Village Development
Authors: Indratno Imam , Chamid Chusharini , Judiantono Tony , Syam Husni , Al Zyanasya Siti , Maharani Vermanda S , Yuniar Nurrishma , Zulfikar Muhammad D
Published: October 2023

Tourism plays a crucial role in community development and economic growth, contributing to income distribution, employment opportunities, and investment across various sectors. One form of tourism is village tourism, which serves as an alternative tourism option. However, Rawabogo Village, as a tourist village, has been unable to generate significant results and benefits for the environment and society. It requires a systematic effort to establish a tourism village ecosystem that can drive its development. The objective of this study is to construct a tourism village ecosystem for the development of Rawabogo Tourism Village. This involves examining the components of the tourism village ecosystem to determine the direction for its development, ensuring both economic and non-economic outcomes and benefits. The findings reveal that the current tourism village ecosystem in Rawabogo Village does not support its development adequately due to low community participation and a lack of tourism infrastructure. To address this, the first step is to implement community-based tourism development. This approach aims to encourage active community participation and engagement in managing and advancing Rawabogo Tourism Village. Additionally, future planning should prioritize the provision of necessary infrastructure and tourism facilities to support its growth and success.
Keywords: tourism village ecosystem, tourism Village, Rawabogo Tourism Village
Learning al-Qur'an with the Syafi'i Method for Improving Reading Skill
Authors: Alhamuddin Alhamuddin , Surbiyantoro Eko , Erlangga Revan Dwi
Published: October 2023

The objective of this service is to enhance participants’ potential in reading the Qur’an, specifically in terms of the rules of tajweed and makharijul khuruf. The service employs a combination of lectures and direct practice, utilizing the Syafi’i Method for Qur’an recitation. The outcomes of this service are as follows: (a) Participants continue to face difficulties in reading and comprehending the Qur’an due to the lack of innovative approaches in Qur’an education by teachers, as well as inadequate infrastructure to support the advancement of Qur’an learning in mosques. (b) The effectiveness of utilizing the Syafi’i Method in Qur’an education significantly influences the development of participants’ Qur’an reading skills.
Keywords: quality improvement, Syafi’i Method, learning the Qur’an
Puritanism Islam in Indonesia
Authors: . Alhamuddin , Satria Hamdani Fahmi Fatwa Rosyadi , Irwansyah Shindu , Alifudin Muhammad , Murniati Andi , Murniati Andi , In'ami Moh
Published: October 2023

Salafism is a transnational Islamic movement that has spread worldwide, including in Indonesia. Etymologically, the term ”salaf” refers to the past or what occurred in previous times (Ma’luf 1986: 346). In addition to ”salaf,” the words ”salafiah” and ”salafi” (plural: ”salafiyun”) are widely used by scholars. ”Salafiah” refers to the teachings of the pious ancestors (”salaf al saleh”), while ”salafi” refers to the followers of these teachings (al-Thalibi 2006: 8). Currently, Salafism has evolved into an Islamic school of thought that regards true Islam as being attained only through imitating the interpretations and practices of the pious predecessors (salaf al salih) (al Bouty 1998: 9). The salaf al salih is considered an exemplary model of Islam. The spread of Salafism with the aim of purifying Islamic teachings and practices is referred to as the Salafi movement. Some scholars argue that Wahhabism in Saudi Arabia is another name for Salafism, as it can be traced genealogically from the salaf al salih—Ibn Taymiyya—Muhammad ibn Abd al Wahhab—and some prominent scholars from Saudi Arabia and Yemen. This research will focus on various aspects of Salafism, including its spread, da’wah strategies, and how its beliefs are presented in a manner that is appealing and accepted by people. The study follows an interpretive paradigm and utilizes the phenomenological approach to address the research problem. The data for this study will be collected from key figures and members of the Salafi movement in Wakatobi, as well as from local clerics, government officials, and relevant documents related to the research problem. There are at least three methods for collecting the data that we use in this study.
Keywords: Puritanism, Islam, spread, movement, Salafiyah
Feature of the Knowledge of the Posyandu Cadre School Participants Based on the Pattern of the Material Provided
Authors: Rahimah Santun Bhekti , Muflihan Heni , Indriyanti R. Anita , Dewi Miranti Kania , Andriane Yuke , Kuswardiyah Kifa Fauzziah , Wijaya Chagiensyah Hadie , Aistu Anna Fatwa , Farihah Salsabila Roudotul , Wibowo Pradipto Atyanto
Published: October 2023

National health development focuses on preventive and promotive approaches, as well as empowering families and communities through Posyandu (Integrated Health Service Post). Posyandu cadres play a crucial role in improving the health status of the community. It is essential to continuously foster and enhance the capacity of Posyandu cadres, particularly in addressing health issues related to infants and pregnant women, with a holistic approach that empowers the surrounding community. In collaboration with Parongpong District, the Faculty of Medicine at Unisba has developed a program called the Posyandu Cadre School to strengthen the skills and knowledge of Posyandu cadres. This program aims to improve their understanding of their roles at Posyandu, health topics, communication skills, and the role of women in Islam. Through the Posyandu Cadre School, cadres receive training on various topics, with a total of 17 topics covered. The post-test evaluation of the program reveals that cadres have achieved the highest mastery in topics such as the role of women in Islam, nutrition, stunting, youth health, coping with stress management, and skin health (score > 75%). However, there are certain topics where understanding remains relatively low, such as English proficiency and prevention and control of diarrhea (score < 50%). Nevertheless, overall, the participants have demonstrated a good understanding of the basic concepts of Posyandu. These findings highlight the importance of continuous debriefing and competence-building for Posyandu cadres to ensure their readiness and competency. By enhancing the role of Posyandu cadres, the overall health status of the community can be improved indirectly.
Keywords: Posyandu cadre school, Parongpong, health status, community
Business Communication in Improving the Entrepreneurial Skills of SME Members
Authors: Ratnasari Anne , Sofyan Aning , Yuniati Yenni
Published: October 2023

The Sapta Mandiri Entrepreneurs Association, representing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Bandung Regency, stands out as an association of business actors that has successfully weathered the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. This association actively engages in business communication to enhance the entrepreneurial skills of its members. This article presents the findings of research conducted on this phenomenon. The primary objective of this research is to analyze the different types of business communication utilized, the factors influencing business communication, and the specific purposes behind such communication in improving the entrepreneurial skills of SME members. The research approach employed for this study is a case study, while data collection techniques include literature review, in-depth interviews, and observation. The research informants comprise administrators from the Sapta Mandiri Entrepreneurs Association. The results of the study reveal two main types of business communication practiced within the association of entrepreneurs: horizontal communication and vertical communication. Several factors have been identified to influence business communication, including perception, credibility, accuracy, suitability, and control. The primary purposes of business communication are to provide essential information, persuade members, and foster cooperation, thereby contributing to the enhancement of entrepreneurial skills among SME members. In conclusion, the Sapta Mandiri Entrepreneurs Association has demonstrated resilience during the Covid-19 pandemic by employing effective business communication strategies. This has enabled the association to support its members in enhancing their entrepreneurial skills and navigating through the challenging business landscape.
Keywords: business communication, entrepreneurship, SME business people, the Covid-19 pandemic
Effectiveness of the Online Election via E-Voting Based on Community Response
Authors: Harahap Erwin , Rohaeni Onoy , Iswani Anneke , Syafnir Livia , Harahap Dedy Ansari
Published: October 2023

The election of RT/RW leaders is a regular event that takes place in every village across Indonesia. Similarly, the election process was carried out at RW 23 Permata Biru housing area, located in Cinunuk Village, Cileunyi District, Bandung City Regency, West Java Province, Indonesia. The leadership of RT/RW is elected every 5 years, and in this instance, the election process occurred in November-December 2021, determining new leaders for the 2022-2027 term. However, the election faced a challenge due to the restrictions imposed by the Indonesian government related to the Covid-19 pandemic. Gathering in large groups was not permitted to curb the spread of Covid-19. Despite these circumstances, the transition of RT/RW leaders was considered crucial to avoid potential conflicts within the community. As a result, an alternative solution was implemented, conducting an online election using the E-Voting application. Through explanations and community outreach in RW 23, the people were receptive to the idea of conducting the election online, considering the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. RW 23 comprises 732 families, divided into 10 RTs. The election process took place in two stages: first, the election of the leader of RW 23, followed by the election of the leaders of the RTs. The selection of the RW 23 leader began with the formation of a committee, followed by the dissemination of rules, candidate selection, and further outreach. The election itself was conducted through the E-Voting application. The E-Voting software was created using Google Form Apps, with the assistance of Microsoft Excel. Community members accessed the E-Voting application through their PCs and smartphones. Despite the challenges, the election of the RT/RW leaders proceeded smoothly and safely. As a result, a new team of RT/RW leaders was formed for RW 23, serving during the 2022-2027 period.
Keywords: online election, leader rt/rw, pandemic, Covid-19, e-voting
Visual Communication Models in the Development of ECCE Teaching Materials based on Inkscape Graphics Applications
Authors: Darmawan Ferry , Hakim Arif , Sevtiany Venny
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this study is to empower teachers to create teaching media independently, focusing on visual communication. The study utilizes the unrestricted Inkscape graphics software, providing teachers with a basic understanding of its usage. The research employs development research methods and involves ECCE (Early Childhood Care and Education) teachers at Aisyiyah Kindergartens across West Java as respondents. Development research is employed to produce a specific product and assess its effectiveness. In this case, the aim is to create a visual communication model for early childhood character development. Data collection techniques are conducted through focus group discussions. The findings reveal that teachers’ knowledge of graphics applications is currently limited, and they rarely utilize graphic software to independently create teaching materials, such as storybooks. However, after introducing the basics of using the Inkscape application, teachers exhibit an improved ability to create independent storybooks that align with their desired learning objectives. Moreover, they have the opportunity to involve students and teachers as story characters, fostering emotional connections with the story material.
Keywords: Inkscape, children’s storybooks, character development, ECCE
Maqashid Syariah as a Basis for Establishing Decree in Indonesia
Authors: Yusdiansyah Efik , Iskandar Rusli K. , Hendar Jejen
Published: October 2023

In the governance of a country, the government plays a vital role in establishing regulations and policies. These decisions are made by state administrative officials in accordance with the provisions of laws and regulations, with the ultimate goal of creating good governance. In Indonesia, being a country with a Muslim majority, Islamic values can also be integrated into the government’s operations. One such value is the principle of Maqasid Sharia, which serves as the basis and purpose in Islamic law. This principle encompasses three main objectives, which are Dharuriyah (necessities), Hajjiyah (needs), and Tahsiniyah (enhancements). To explore this further, normative judicial research methods are utilized, focusing on primary legal materials, and employing deductive methods for analysis. By doing so, the principle of maqasid sharia can be utilized as a model for state administrative officials, particularly those who adhere to Islamic beliefs, in their decision-making processes.
Keywords: administrative decrees, Maqashid Sharia, State Administrative Law
21st Century Learning Design for Educators to Improve the Competence of Technology Literacy
Authors: Harahap Erwin , Gunawan Gani , Suhaedi Didi , Ramdani Yani , Suparman Anan , Zein Syahrul
Published: October 2023

Technology literacy is a competency that cannot be avoided by educators, especially during the current Covid-19 pandemic. They are required to possess and improve their technological skills to support the learning process, especially as face-to-face implementation is not possible. However, many educators face difficulty and have not mastered technology in the field of learning, particularly various technology applications connected to the Internet, which facilitate remote or online learning. To address these challenges, the community service team from the Mathematics department at Universitas Islam Bandung took the initiative to organize education and training activities as a solution to improve educators’ technological literacy competence. One of the most suitable learning methods applied during this pandemic is the 21st Century Learning Design (21CLD) packaged in a Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE) certification program. Through this MCE training activity, it is hoped that educators can enhance their technological literacy competencies and apply them in their respective educational institutions along with their students. The MCE training activities were conducted for 8 days, starting from May 26, 2022, to June 20, 2022, every Monday and Thursday, from 15.00 to 18.00 online via Zoom conference apps. The training was attended by educators from MTs and SMK at Tarogong District, City of Garut, Indonesia.
Keywords: microsoft certified educator, 21CLD, century, learning, design, sertification
Establishment of Democratic Regional Regulations in Bandung District
Authors: Nindhiawati Nia
Published: October 2023

This research was conducted in Bandung Regency. The formation of democratic regional regulations by the Bandung Regency government has not been implemented democratically because community participation, as a form of democracy in the process of forming regional regulations, is only ceremonial. As a result, the space for the community to participate in responding or directly criticizing a regional policy packaged in regional regulations cannot be fully utilized. Several factors influence the formation of regional regulations. One of the main factors is the legal structure, where the Regional Government and DPRD do not provide sufficient space for the community to express their aspirations. The time allocated for discussing the legal substance during the process is also very limited, which hinders the full application of democratic principles as outlined in the Act. The research utilized an empirical approach with direct research and was documented as it is. It was found that the formation of legislation in the region is still relatively limited because the publication of regional regulations to the public is not considered a necessity. Additionally, the legal culture of the community, particularly community participation, is still poorly understood and needs further development.
Keywords: regional regulations, democratic, local government
Halal Industry Development in Brunei Darussalam: Realities and Challenges
Authors: Sulaiman Nor Surilawana , Abdullah Rose , Hashim Norkhairiah
Published: October 2023

The global halal market is witnessing significant growth, estimated at USD 2.41 trillion, and this upward trend is expected to continue due to increasing worldwide demand. In response to this lucrative opportunity, Brunei is actively supporting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and providing necessary facilities to foster the development of the halal industry in the country. This article aims to explore the current realities of Brunei’s halal sector by examining the factors that contribute to the rising demand for halal products and the opportunities presented by recent market developments. The research employed a method of assessing secondary data from various sources to achieve its objectives. The results highlight several factors influencing the development of the halal industry in Brunei. It is evident that the future growth of this sector hinges on industry players’ ability to expand their understanding of product sales and effective promotion strategies. The findings from this study can serve as a valuable resource for future researchers, academics, and policymakers when making informed decisions about the halal industry in Brunei.
Keywords: Brunei, challenges, development, halal industry, realities
Role of Industry Players in Brunei's Halal Industry Development
Authors: Rahim Siti Majidah , Sulaiman Nor Surilawana
Published: October 2023

The global halal market is a substantial and expanding consumer market, both domestically and internationally. With the projected increase in the world’s Muslim population by 35% by 2030, reaching 2.2 billion, the demand for halal products is expected to soar, potentially reaching USD 6.0 trillion by 2024. Brunei holds great potential to become a prominent halal hub worldwide and offer its high-quality local halal brand to the global market, contingent on the government’s concerted efforts to foster the growth of the halal industry in the country. To understand the role of industrial players in Brunei, this study aims to assess their impact, particularly considering the challenges they face in influencing the government’s direction in the country. Through an online survey, 150 respondents, who specialized in Bachelor of Halal Science, provided additional insights on the significance of industry players in shaping the development of Brunei’s halal industry. The majority of respondents believe that industry players play a significant role alongside policymakers and the Brunei government in reinforcing and continuously enhancing the nation’s halal standards, laws, and regulations.
Keywords: Brunei, government, halal industry, industry development, industry players
Relationship Between Work Family Conflict with Commitment Organization
Authors: Rozana Anna , Dwarawati Dinda , Utami Ayu Tuty , Ramadhita Della , Ranchman Nindy Puspita , Nurizqi Luthfiah , Aditya Arya
Published: October 2023

Female lecturers play dual roles as both mothers responsible for home activities and family management and as workers responsible for their job performance. Balancing these roles is crucial for optimal functioning. Organizational commitment is essential for lecturers to actively engage, maintain their involvement, and achieve organizational goals. However, this dual role also makes them susceptible to work-family conflicts when they struggle to strike a balance between their roles as mothers and workers. This study aims to examine the impact of work-family conflict on the organizational commitment of female lecturers in higher education. It is a non-experimental quantitative research, and the data will be analyzed using multiple linear regression. The work-family conflict scale by Carlosn & Kacmar, adapted by Kuntari, and the organizational commitment measurement tool developed by Ingarianti were used for data collection. The research output will be published in the Psikostudia psychology journal of Mulawarman University.
Keywords: work family conflict, organizational commitment, female lecturer, universities
Differences in Learning Indonesian Literature in the 2013 Curriculum and the Independence Curriculum in Junior High Schools in Indonesia
Authors: Wardani Nugraheni Eko , Suwandi Sarwiji , Ulya Chafit , Setiyoningsih Titi
Published: October 2023

Before the Covid-19 pandemic, Indonesia had been implementing the 2013 curriculum for primary and secondary schools. However, in response to the pandemic’s impact, Indonesia later shifted to an independent curriculum for primary and secondary schools. This study aims to elucidate the differences in learning Indonesian literature between the 2013 curriculum and the independent curriculum in Indonesian Junior High Schools. The research adopts a qualitative descriptive approach, employing data collection techniques such as document analysis and interviews with informants. Method triangulation is used to ensure data validity. Data analysis comprises data reduction, data analysis, and data presentation. The findings of the study reveal that under the 2013 curriculum, learning Indonesian literature was structured through a learning implementation plan (RPP). This plan encompassed core competencies, basic competencies, competency achievement indicators, learning objectives, approaches, models, and learning methods, as well as learning media, resources, steps, and assessment methods. On the other hand, the independent curriculum utilized a learning module, incorporating learning outcomes, learning objectives, approaches, models, and learning methods, as well as learning media, resources, student profiles of Pancasila (Indonesia’s national ideology), learning steps, and assessment methods. Notably, in the context of the independent curriculum, teachers are required to conduct diagnostic assessments and employ differentiated learning strategies to cater to individual student needs.
Keywords: differences in learning Indonesian literature, 2013 curriculum, independence curriculum
The Effect of the Blended Learning Method on Madrasah Teachers at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Private Cibeureum, Kertasari District, Bandung Regency
Authors: Yulita Silviany Irma , Rachmah Huriah , Nuranisa Dewi Asri , . Lasmanah
Published: October 2023

Student learning motivation during the Covid-19 pandemic is very necessary, given the shift in learning methods as an effort to adjust the learning process to current conditions. In order to achieve the objectives in the learning process, motivation can be the overall driving force in students that can cause learning activities to occur. Learning motivation can be increased by adjusting digital-based teaching materials. Through interesting teaching materials, blended learning methods can be successful. The method used combines online and offline learning at the same time and is one of the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic in the world of education that must be faced by Cibeureum Private Madrasah Ibtidaiyah teachers. Teaching materials that are usually made conventional, now have to be changed to digital-based. Training and mentoring are carried out as an innovation in the preparation of effective teaching materials and can accommodate blended learning needs and can increase student learning motivation. The training and mentoring were carried out over a period of 3 months, starting from January to March 2022 and there were 18 teacher participants. As a result, through this blended learning of training and mentoring, teachers are familiar with learning methods and can create and apply digital-based teaching materials to students during learning.
Keywords: blended learning, madrasa teachers, digital-based learning
Implementation of the Circumstantial Evidence in the Evidence Mechanism Process on Cartel Cases in Indonesia
Authors: Supriatna Rimba , Siska Frency , Dzulhijjah Liza
Published: October 2023

Proving a cartel as one of the agreements prohibited in Law Number 5 of 1999 concerning the prohibition of monopolistic practices and unfair business competition is not easy. Therefore, KPPU often uses indirect evidence as evidence in giving its decision, but this indirect evidence is not yet known in the legal system in Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the use of indirect evidence in the process of proving cartel cases in Indonesia. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the use of indirect evidence in the process of proving cartel cases in Indonesia has not been effective because it collides with the procedural law system in Indonesia, which has not accommodated indirect evidence so that many KPPU decisions have been cancelled both at the level of objection and cassation.
Keywords: evidence indirect evidence, business competition