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REDEFINING ORGANIZATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY CONTEXT: A SCALE DEVELOPMENT APPROACH
Authors: Gloria Johannes V. , Manayan Francis Evan L.
Published: June 2024

This study presents a comprehensive analysis of Organizational Safety and Health (OSH) systems within construction companies, integrating quantitative exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis (with all 300 respondents being professionals in the construction industry) with qualitative thematic analysis. Data was gathered through administering an adapted survey tool with 31 close-ended responses. Data collected in the initial phase will lay the foundation for the identification of the factors as well as the appropriate items that should be loaded into the factors on OSH in the construction industry via EFA, followed by another data gathering procedure intended to verify whether the results of EFA are valid. This is done through CFA. The research identifies vital internal, external, and technical factors influencing OSH implementation, emphasizing the critical role of internal factors such as "Regular Safety Practices," "Robust Safety Policies," and "Employee Involvement" (Huang et al., 2018; Neal et al., 2021). Findings from both EFA and CFA highlight the identified factors as valid and reliable, with the third model emerging as the most representative of the hypothesized OSH model. Statistical results indicate high factor loadings and favourable model fit indices across various measures, including Chi-Square (CMIN), Root Mean Squared Residuals (RMR), and Goodness of Fit Index (GFI) (Zohar, 2010). The study’s significant findings underscore the importance of a holistic approach to OSH, with internal factors being primary drivers and external and technical factors playing supportive roles. Recommendations for construction companies include tailored OSH program development, strategic leadership engagement, investment in training and continuous improvement, enhanced communication and reporting mechanisms, collaborative industry benchmarking, and incorporation of multicultural perspectives. These recommendations address key indicators such as organizational commitment, competence, effective communication, and safety culture enhancement (Clarke & Ward, 2016; Tam et al., 2017). Further research directions may emphasize the need for specific interventions and broader population sampling to enhance OSH systems comprehensively across the construction sector.
 

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PATRONAGE AS A KEY INFLUENCER IN THE POLITICAL MANIPULATION OF ARABIC SUBTITLES: THE CASE OF THE AMERICAN MOVIE ‘ZERO DARK THIRTY’
Authors: Bakri Abdelouahab El
Published: June 2024

This article aims at discussing the issue of manipulation in subtitling. It sets out to investigate the translation strategies that subtitlers use to manipulate the source text. It seeks to describe how translators ‘distort’ content to serve political interests and find out the key factors influencing them to be manipulative. The study is based on the work of Andre Lefevere (1987) and (1998) on translation as manipulation and the work of Diaz Cintas (2007) on ideological manipulation in Audiovisual Translation (AVT). The study argues that translators have turned into political agents who serve patronage for political motives.

Cet article vise à aborder la question de la manipulation dans le sous-titrage. Il vise à étudier les stratégies de traduction utilisées par les sous-titreurs pour manipuler le texte source. Il cherche à décrire comment les traducteurs « déforment » le contenu pour servir des intérêts politiques et à découvrir les principaux facteurs qui les incitent à être manipulateurs. L'étude s'appuie sur les travaux d'André Lefevere (1987) et (1998) sur la traduction comme manipulation et sur les travaux de Diaz Cintas (2007) sur la manipulation idéologique en Traduction Audiovisuelle (AVT). L’étude soutient que les traducteurs sont devenus des agents politiques qui servent le patronage pour des motifs politiques.

 

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THE USES OF SOCIAL NETWORKS AND THEIR CONSEQUENCES AMONG CAMEROONIAN STUDENTS
Authors: Aimé Wakeu Martial
Published: June 2024

This study aims to understand the attraction of Cameroonian students to social networks during the teaching-learning process and to report on their uses and consequences in the process of their training and their lives in general. To achieve this objective, an online survey through Google Forms was conducted in two phases with 297 students enrolled in Cameroonian universities and colleges from October to December 2021. The results show that WhatsApp, Google, Facebook, YouTube, Telegram, etc., are used, among other things, for information, communication, entertainment, research, sharing and/or reading lessons, and teaching at a distance. Despite the loss of concentration, time, laziness and addictions that they can cause, they facilitate the research process, the deepening and discovery of the lessons, the open-mindedness and punctuality. Self-discipline, organisational skills, awareness and the adoption of responsible behaviour are strategies in order to curb the adverse effects of their use. The study, therefore, concludes that the growing popularity of these media among students is explained by the advantages and ease of use they offer.
 

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SELECTION OF FOOTWORK COORDINATION DRILLS IN TABLE TENNIS FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors: Thuy An Nguyen Pham Thanh , Tuan Le Minh , Tin Nguyen Huu
Published: June 2024

Footwork is an integral part of table tennis training and competition, as it is closely related to the success of ball striking tactics which is a significant determinant of the player’s performance. The paper is written is to provide some exercises for improving table tennis footwork technical coordination. To improve the quality of footwork among university students, 5 professional activities and 4 physical exercises were identified based on a field survey, synthesis of scientific papers, and expert interviews.
 

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AN INVESTIGATION INTO ASSESSMENT CRITERIA OF THE PÉTANQUE MOVEMENT CONTEXT AMONG STUDENTS AT TRA VINH UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Nam Tram Quoc , Hau Kien
Published: June 2024

Pétanque, also known internationally as boules, originated in France over 110 years ago and found its way to Vietnam in the 1940s. Players stand within a circle ranging from 35 cm to 50 cm in diameter, positioned about 1m from the end and side boundaries of the playing area. In Vietnam, the Pétanque scene is primarily active in some main areas of cities, namely Ho Chi Minh City, Soc Trang, Tra Vinh, and Vung Tau. The sport was officially introduced into Malaysia's SEA Games program in 2001. This article aims to shed light on the context of the Pétanque movement among students at Tra Vinh University. To achieve this, various methods, such as referencing documents, conducting interviews, and utilizing statistical analysis, were employed to gather and process relevant data. The outcomes of this study illustrated that it offered insights into the Pétanque landscape among Tra Vinh University students through many aspects, including the number of regular participants, the presence of instructors and coaches, the existence of clubs and teams, as well as the frequency of competitions held within the university. Moreover, the findings revealed that students at Tra Vinh University engaged in regular Pétanque practice approximately 16.7%. Moreover, Pétanque instructors and collaborators constitute around 60% of the total sports training and competition staff at the university. The university boasts 10 teams and 2 official Pétanque teams, with 15 dedicated courts spanning an area of 60 m2 each. In the academic year 2021-2022, Tra Vinh University organized two Pétanque tournaments, showcasing the growing interest and participation in the sport within the university community.
 

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COACHING PRACTICES AND ATHLETES’ BEHAVIOR TOWARD SPORTS
Authors: Potenciando Marmee Rochelle M. , Diacosta Ivan Clark , Pamlian Sanalia , Mosne Angel Claire
Published: June 2024

The coach-athlete relationship in sports is one of those areas affected by the sudden shift in paradigm caused by the pandemic. The coaches’ ability to interact with their athletes has changed after the pandemic crisis. Using the self-determination and behaviorism theories, the study’s primary purpose is to identify the level of coaching practices, the level of athletes’ behavior towards sports, and the significant relationship between these two variables. The participants of this study were 186 varsity athletes from different sports at the college level of the University of Mindanao. This study used a descriptive quantitative correlation study to describe the relationship that naturally occurs between and among them. The study's overall result shows no significant relationship between coaching practices and athletes' behavior toward sports, specifically on the antisocial behavior of athletes. However, the result also revealed that coaching practices have a significant relationship and are related to the athletes' prosocial behavior. The findings indicate that coaching practices did not affect athletes' antisocial behavior, but did affect the athletes’ prosocial behavior with the sport. Future studies could focus on including other aspects of coaching practices as it shows a significant effect on the prosocial behavior of the athlete.
 

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THE CURRENT SITUATION OF POSITIVE SELF-DISCIPLINE IN THEORY CLASSES OF STUDENTS MAJORING IN SPORTS MANAGEMENT AT TRA VINH UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Nang Nguyen Toan , Giao Tran Nam
Published: June 2024

In today's world, students who actively learn are very useful members of society. Engaging in active learning stimulates students' curiosity, and if they are curious, it will foster a positive perception of the learning process in general and specialized subjects in particular. The purpose of the study is to build a scale to apply and evaluate the current state of positivity in theoretical lessons of the research subjects. The research uses methods of synthesizing and analyzing documents, interviews and statistics. The research population included 94 students majoring in sports management at Tra Vinh University, Vietnam. The research results have built a scale to evaluate the positivity in theory lessons of the research subjects, including 35 questions in 03 groups. Eleven questions were asked about active learning in the classroom, thirteen questions were about active learning outside of the classroom, and eleven questions were about actively participating in extracurricular activities to enhance learning. In conclusion, students are currently not taking much initiative in their theoretical studies. When it comes to studying theoretical subjects, most students are neither proactive or self-conscious. This is especially true when it comes to their level of self-study outside of class, and their engagement in extracurricular activities is rarely or rarely very high.
 

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EXAMINING THE IMPACT OF OPERATION AND PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT FAILURE ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AND ORGANIZATIONAL GROWTH: A QUALITATIVE STUDY
Authors: Udeh Ernest
Published: June 2024

Effective production management and operation are essential for organizational success in the fast-paced corporate environment of today. On the other hand, shortcomings in these crucial domains may have extensive ramifications, impacting the development of the company and the contentment of its clientele. In order to offer important insights for companies and to throw light on the underlying dynamics, this qualitative study intends to investigate the effects of production and operation management failure on these two crucial areas. The experiences and viewpoints of industry experts, senior executives, and customers who have encountered operation and production management failures are explored in this study using semi-structured interviews and focus groups. The gathered data can be thematically analyzed to provide a thorough grasp of the complex ramifications of these mistakes. The results demonstrate how major obstacles to organizational growth are inadequacies in operation and production management. Market share might be lost, opportunities can be lost, and productivity can be decreased due to production delays, supply chain interruptions, and wasteful resource allocation. The inability of the organization to scale operations and take advantage of new opportunities is hampered by these kinds of failures. As such, firms encounter escalated expenses, reduced earnings, and weakened market competitiveness. Furthermore, the investigation reveals how these mistakes directly affect client happiness. Customers lose faith in businesses due to poor product quality, erratic service, and delayed deliveries. Unhappy customers are more inclined to express their displeasure and share bad experiences, which can damage the company's brand and impede efforts to attract and retain new customers. In the end, this results in lower brand loyalty, lower customer happiness, and possibly even lower revenue loss. With this in mind, this study proposes a number of mitigation and improvement strategies, including proactive measures like effective supply chain management, robust quality control systems, and streamlined production processes. By putting these strategies into practice, organizations can reduce the likelihood of failures, maximize operational performance, and promote sustainable growth. Organizations that aim to address and prevent production management and operation failures must also be aware of the consequences of those failures.

JEL: L23, L25, L26, M11, M21, M31, D22, D23
EFFECT OF ICT INTEGRATION IN ENHANCING STORY GRAMMAR ACHIEVEMENT AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL LEARNERS WITH HEARING IMPAIRMENT IN SELECTED COUNTIES, KENYA
Authors: Rwaimba Samuel Muthomi , Muriithi Francis , Muthee Jessina
Published: June 2024

Using a quasi-experimental research design merged with a descriptive survey design; the researcher examined the effect of ICT integration in enhancing story grammar achievement among secondary school learners with hearing impairment in the counties of Tharaka Nithi and Embu in Kenya. This study was guided by the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) theory. Purposively, a secondary school for learners with HI was picked from each county. All learners (40), 2 teachers teaching English and the principals from the two sampled schools were used as the sample size. Learners were presented with a Students Story Grammar Achievement Test (SSGAT) for pre- and post-test. Further, questionnaires were used to gather more data from both the learners and the English teachers, while principals were engaged in an open-ended interview. The study findings revealed that ICT integration enhances story grammar achievement (t = 2.415, p = 0.0180) among secondary school learners with hearing impairment. The researcher suggests monitoring the 2021 ICT policy on education and training implementation, educating teacher trainees on technology integration, reviewing school strategic plans, and digitalizing story grammar resources for learners with HI.
 

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OUTDOOR EDUCATION, PROCESSES OF INCLUSION OF CHILDREN WITH ADHD AND LEARNING DISABILITIES
Authors: Natalini Alessandra , Savastano Marika
Published: June 2024

The aim of this paper is to provide a systematic review of the evidence literature showing the role played by Outdoor Education (OE) in the inclusion processes of elementary school children with ADHD, characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, impulsive behavior, and learning disabilities, in order to understand how active outdoor education, by virtue of its characteristics, can provide them with specific sensory integration (Ayres, 1972), an opportunity to explore the natural world, and the chance to interact with peers and engage in active tasks. Therefore, in this study, we sought to determine the influence of outdoor activity based on the classification of studies and categorization of influential factors on the possibility of OE to meet the precise learning needs of children with ADHD in school settings and inclusion processes.
 

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PHONOLOGICAL DISORDERS AS A DETERMINANT OF SPEECH INTELLIGIBILITY AMONG LEARNERS WITH DOWN SYNDROME IN PUBLIC PRIMARY SCHOOLS, NAIROBI COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Stephanie Maureen Ndinda , Abuom Tom O. , Karia Mathew Kinyua
Published: June 2024

This study aimed to analyze the impact of phonological disorders on the speech intelligibility of learners with Down syndrome. The study was guided by the Theory of Natural Phonology by David Stampe. A descriptive study design was used. Piloting was conducted in one of the public primary schools with learners with DS to ensure the validity and reliability of the instruments. The study used the available population of 25 learners with DS and 10 teachers trained in special needs education who were purposely selected from public primary schools in Kasarani Sub-county. Data was collected through tests of phonology, speech intelligibility tests and questionnaires for teachers. Descriptive statistics such as frequencies and percentages were used to analyze quantitative data, whereas the qualitative data that was obtained from open-ended questions was analyzed thematically. The study established that learners with Down syndrome displayed consistent phonological error patterns that have been classified as a disorder. From the ordinal speech intelligibility index scale, 65% of the learners had severe speech intelligibility, 25% had moderate speech intelligibility, while 10% had mild speech intelligibility. Further, the study established that the speech intelligibility of learners with Down syndrome is impaired due to the presence of phonological disorders, which have been noted to affect not only the academics and classroom participation but also the social aspect of their lives, self-esteem and interaction with their peers. The study recommended that special needs teachers should be trained in identifying learners with phonological disorders and methods of assisting in bringing clarity to their speech, thereby positively influencing the intelligibility of the learners with DS. Trained speech therapists should also collaborate with teachers to assist them in developing IEPs that target academics and different aspects of communication in the case of language impairment, such as phonological disorders.
 

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LEARNING WITH LEGO EV3 ROBOTICS FOR STUDENTS WITH ASD AND EMOTIONAL DIFFICULTIES IN A MIDDLE SCHOOL IN ILION, GREECE: A PILOT STUDY
Authors: Kavoura Theodora , Psoma Aggeliki
Published: June 2024

This study investigates the effectiveness of collaborative learning using LEGO EV3 robotics in a mixed abilities public middle school classroom in Ilion, Greece, consisting of typically developing students along with two students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and social and emotional difficulties. This study uses a collaborative learning approach in which students work together in groups to complete tasks, with an emphasis on developing social and cognitive skills. The methodology includes an introductory two-week period in which students work on group assignments, followed by an eight-week period in which students build and program a LEGO EV3 robot. Data was collected through observation and interviews with students. The results show that the use of cooperative learning and LEGO EV3 robotics was effective in improving social and cognitive skills in students with ASD and social-emotional difficulties, as well as in the whole class. The class also created strong bonds through teamwork, and this helped all the children to improve their performance. The findings have implications for educators looking for innovative ways to engage students with diverse learning needs in the classroom.
 

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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CHILDREN’S EARLY LANGUAGE COMPETENCIES AND PARENTAL ENGAGEMENT IN LEARNING ACTIVITIES IN PRE-PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN BUSIA COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Onyango Consolata Nabwire , Begi Nyakwara , Mugo Juliet W.
Published: June 2024

This study aimed to explore the relationship between children’s early language competencies and parental engagement in learning activities in pre-primary schools in Busia County, Kenya. This study used Joyce Epstein's parental involvement model to inform the study, while correlation design was used to guide the study. The target population was pre-primary school children plus their teachers and parents in 67 public schools and 40 private schools. Out of these schools, 7 public schools and 4 private schools were sampled. Early language skills checklist, questionnaire and interview schedules were used for data collection. A pilot study was conducted in two primary schools. Content validity was used to determine the research tools' validity, whereas the reliability of the instruments was established using the test-retest method. When analysing qualitative data, thematic analysis was used, while quantitative data was analysed using inferential statistics, where frequencies, percentages, and means were generated. A t-test and correlation were used to test null hypotheses. Results revealed that average language competencies had a mean score of 2.32 (M=2.32) to average parental engagement, which had a mean score of 2.20 (M=2.20) with a mean difference of 0.12 (M=0.12). The mean difference is 0.12, which indicates that parental engagement had a very small influence on the acquisition of early language competencies. The correlation coefficient between parental engagement with (M=2.20; SD=.874) and language competencies with (M=2.32; SD=.817; t (254) =.832' p=.000 two-tailed) indicated that the relationship between parental engagement and language competencies was positive and had high significance. Averagely, the mean score for parental engagement in private schools was 3.49 (M=3.49), and the mean score for public schools was 1.91(M=1.91) with a mean difference of 1.58 (M-1.58). It was concluded that the majority of parents did not participate in their children's early language acquisition activities. However, parents of children from private schools participated more in their children's language acquisition than parents of children from public schools. This research recommended that public school parents encourage each other to be actively involved in their children’s language activities at home. Parents from public schools should inspire each other to collaboratively work together to support the provision of language teaching and learning resources. Public school administrators and managers should organize workshops for parents to educate them on how they can guide their children on where, when and how to do language activities, how to access educative language resources from the internet, and how to find developmentally appropriate language programs on television.
 

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CHALLENGES OF LEARNING ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS: STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS IN RWANDA
Authors: Hategekimana Aloys , Bihira Innocent , Ngendahayo Gaspard , Hagumimana Phocas
Published: June 2024

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English language is a compulsory subject at all levels of education in Rwanda. This paper aims to discover the challenges of learning English as a second language in secondary schools. It sought to investigate students’ perceptions of their fluency in the English language, to find out students' perceived ability to talk about lessons in English, to investigate students’ perceived feelings when they are learning English, to analyze students’ perceived anxiety when they are learning English, and to analyze students’ perceived embarrassment when they produce ungrammatical English in class. In this study, 73 learners were selected and quantitative data were collected using a questionnaire. The findings show that learners have low English proficiency. They revealed that they do not participate in English lessons as they are afraid to make mistakes, have anxiety during instruction, and fear embarrassment for committing grammatical errors, which are the main challenges of learning ESL in Rwanda. It was recommended that teachers should be trained to handle learners in English class by avoiding correcting learners’ mistakes whenever they commit them because it undermines their confidence to participate in the teaching and learning process. They have to create a classroom environment where every learner can use the ESL successfully.

 

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Representasi Poligami Dalam Film “Bismillah Kunikahi Suamimu”
Authors: Ali Syahputra
Published: June 2024

This paper examines the practice of polygamy represented in the film Bismillah Kunikahi Suamimu by Vyntiana Itari. This paper explores the phenomenon of polygamy in a film that raises the question of how polygamy is represented in the film Bismillah Kunikahi Suamimu. The issue of polygamy in a film is very interesting to study to see if a film can provide education to the public. Through this film, people will easily gain knowledge, even though they are just watching, but without realizing they will gain knowledge. This research uses a qualitative approach by using Sara Mills' discourse analysis, the researcher's subjective interpretation is based on the representation theory developed by Stuart Hall. This paper focuses on the perspective of feminism and analyzes the position of the subject-object and the audience in representing polygamy in the film "Bismillah Kunikahi Suamimu". In this paper, it is found that the movie "Bismillah Kunikahi Suamimu" depicts polygamy from the perspective of women who are empirically the objects in the practice of polygamy. So that it provides more space to provide definitions related to polygamy experienced by women. The results of this study show that in filmmaking, the director is more likely to take the story from a woman's point of view so that the audience will see events from a woman's perspective. The conflict found in the movie "Bismillah Kunikahi Suamimu" is the inner war of women and the unwillingness of parents when their children are polygamous.
Idah Bagi Suami Dalam Konsep Hermeneutika Maqāṣidī Dan Relevansinya Dengan Pembaruan Hukum Keluarga (Studi Atas Surat Edaran Dirjen Bimas Islam Nomor P-005/Dj.Iii/Hk.007/10/2021)
Authors: Ahmad Ahda Sabila
Published: June 2024

This article aims to examine the concept of idah for husbands in the perspective of hermeneutics maqāṣidī and its relevance to the reform of Islamic family law. This is motivated by the problem of idah which has been only required for women, while men are not, so a new interpretation is needed to achieve gender equality in the application of idah. One of the reform efforts is the issuance of the Circular Letter of the Director General of Bimas Islam Number P-005 / DJ. III/Hk.007/10/2021 related to marriage when the wife is undergoing the idah period. This research is a literature study using the hermeneutics maqāṣidī approach to analyze the concept of idah and its relevance to efforts to reform family law. The results showed that the concept of idah for husbands in the perspective of hermeneutics maqās}idī has relevance to the purpose of family law reform, especially related to improving the status of women, and shows that the waiting period (idah) is not only imposed on women, but can also be imposed on men (ex-husbands). This is a form of equality and justice in the application of idah, in accordance with the purpose and wisdom of the declaration of idah. The Circular Letter related to marriage when the wife undergoes the idah period indirectly indicates a waiting period for the ex-husband, which provides an element of equality and justice. It is seen as a form of extracting implicit meaning (secondary meaning) from the concept of idah involving understanding socio-historical settings. The implementation of idah for husbands can be one of the efforts to reform Islamic family law in Indonesia that realizes justice and gender equality. This can reduce the injustice that has occurred so far, where only women are charged with idah obligations, while men are not.
Analisis Faktor-Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Perubahan Pandangan Hukum Qaul Al-Qadim dan Qaul Al-Jadid Imam Syafi’i
Authors: Supriadi  , Misbahuddin  , Kurniati
Published: June 2024

This article examines the factor analysis of the changes in legal perspectives between qaul al-qadim and qaul al-jadid of Imam Shafi'i. The study utilizes the Library Research method. The approach adopted includes a sociological approach to Islamic law and normative theology (sharia), while data collection involves reviewing literature such as books, articles, and other sources discussing the qaul al-qadim and qaul al-jadid of Imam Shafi'i. In processing the data, the author employs deductive reasoning, starting from general propositions and concluding with specific conclusions. Furthermore, the data analysis employs qualitative descriptive analysis, focusing on dominant factors influencing the changes in qaul al-qadim and qaul al-jadid of Imam Shafi'i. The conclusion explains that throughout the dynamic evolution of Imam Shafi'i's legal thought in Iraq and Egypt, he developed concepts known as qaul al-qadim and qaul al-jadid. Factors influencing the dynamics of his legal ijtihad include numerous hadiths of the Prophet Muhammad and other strong evidence, which subsequently influenced Imam Shafi'i's legal perspectives. Thus, experiences and knowledge significantly influenced the evolution of legal perspectives, supported by other factors such as social, traditional, cultural, political, and economic influences.
Hemşirelik Öğrencilerinin Gamet Donasyonu ve Taşıyıcı Annelik Hakkındaki Görüşleri
Authors: Savaş Fatma , Kahyaoğlu Süt Hatice
Published: June 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışmanın amacı, hemşirelik öğrencilerinin gamet donasyonu ve taşıyıcı anneliğe ilişkin görüşlerinin belirlenmesidir. Örneklem ve Yöntem: Kesitsel tipte yürütülen bu araştırma Mayıs 2023- Haziran 2023 tarihleri arasında, bir Devlet Üniversitesinde Hemşirelik Bölümü (n=297) öğrencileri üzerinde yürütülmüştür. Veriler, öğrencilerin kişisel, gamet donasyonu ve taşıyıcı annelik ile ilgili görüşlerinin sorgulandığı 20 sorudan oluşan bir veri formu aracılığıyla elde edilmiştir. Verilerin analizinde tanımlayıcı istatistik ve ki-kare testi kullanılmıştır. Bulgular: Çalışmaya katılımcı hemşirelik öğrencilerinin yaş ortalaması 21.0±1.6 olup %85.5’i kadındır. Hemşirelik öğrencilerinin %83.8’i “gamet donasyonu için bağışçı olmak istemeyeceğini”, %63.0’ı“gamet donasyonunun ülkemizde yasal olması gerektiğini”, %64.6’sı “dini inançlarından dolayı gamet alınıp verilmesini uygun bulmadığını” belirtmiştir Taşıyıcı annelik ile ilgili olarak öğrenciler %51.5 oranında “taşıyıcı anneliği uygun bulduğunu”, %52.5’i “taşıyıcı anneliğin ülkemizde yasal olması gerektiğini” belirtti. “Gamet donasyonu için bağışçı olabilirim” diyen erkek öğrencilerin oranı (%30.2), kadın öğrencilerin oranından (%13.8) (p=0.007), “Dini inançlarımdan dolayı gamet alınmasını ya da verilmesini uygun bulmuyorum” diyen kadın öğrencilerin oranı (%38.6), erkek öğrencilerin oranından (%16.3) (p=0.005), “Dini inançlarımdan dolayı taşıyıcı anneliği uygun bulmuyorum” diyen kadın öğrencilerin oranı (%39), erkek öğrencilerin oranından (%20.9) (p=0.023), “Dini inançlarımdan dolayı gamet alınmasını ya da verilmesini uygun bulmuyorum” diyen yüksek düzey dini inanç belirtenlerin oranı (%52.2), az/yok (20.0) ve orta düzey (31.7) olarak belirtenlerden anlamlı olarak daha yüksek bulundu (p<0.05). Geniş aile tipine göre çekirdek aile tipine sahip olan öğrencilerin; taşıyıcı anneliği daha fazla onayladıkları saptandı (p>0.05). Sonuç: Hemşirelik öğrencileri gamet donasyonu ve taşıyıcı anneliğe ilişkin; erkek cinsiyetinde daha olumlu, kadın cinsiyeti ve yüksek dini inanç düzeyinde daha olumsuz görüştedir. Muhafazakarlık ve cinsiyet faktörünün çekirdek aile tipinde, gamet donasyonu ve taşıyıcı anneliğe bakış üzerinde etkisi olduğu sonucuna ulaşılmıştır. Türkiye’deki mevcut yasaların; cinsiyet-aile yapısı-dini muhafazakarlık gibi sosyodemografik değişkenlere göre toplumsal görüşler alınarak, sağlık politika yapıcıları tarafından günümüz şartlarına uygun olarak düzenlenmesi önerilmektedir.
Fixed Point Theorems for Contravariant Maps in Bipolar b-Metric Spaces with Integration Application
Authors: Sedghi Shaban , Sımkha Merryam , Gürdal Utku , Mutlu Ali
Published: June 2024

As a natural extension of the metric and the bipolar metric, this article introduces the new abstract bipolar $b-$
metric. The bipolar $b-$metric is a novel technique addressed in this article; it is explained by combining the
well-known $b-$metric in the theory of metric spaces, as defined by Mutlu and G\"{u}rdal (2016) \cite{mg1}, with the
description of the bipolar metric. In this new definition, well-known mathematical terms such as Cauchy and
convergent sequences are utilized. In the bipolar $b-$metric, fundamental topological concepts are also defined to investigate the existence of fixed points implicated in such mappings under different contraction
conditions. An example is provided to demonstrate the presented results.
Sahâbenin Hz. Peygamber’e Hitap Şekli
Authors: Arı Ümmühan
Published: June 2024

Hz. Peygamber’i görüp onun getirdiği dine iman eden insanlar sahâbe olarak adlandırılmıştır. Sahâbenin Hz. Peygamber ile samimi veya zorunlu ilişkisi, nebevî eğitimden geçip geçmeme durumu, Resûlullah’a karşı beslediği sevgi ve saygı duygularının derecesi Hz. Peygamber’e hitaplarını etkilemiştir. Hz. Peygamber’in bulunduğu coğrafyada yaygın olan hitap kalıpları sahâbe tarafından da kullanılmıştır. Bununla birlikte Allah’ın Kur’ân-ı Kerîm’de Hz. Peygamber’e hitap biçimleri yine sahâbenin hitap şekli üzerinde etkili olmuştur. Arap geleneğine uygun olan “Ya İbn Abdilmuttalib!, Ya İbn Abdillah!, Ya Muhammed! ve Ya Ebe’l-Kâsım!” hitapları çalışmamızın ilk dört başlığını oluşturmaktadır. Hem Müşrikler hem Ehl-i kitap hem de Müslümanlar Resûlullah’a bu şekilde hitap etmişlerdir. Hz. Peygamber’in babasının kendisi doğmadan vefat etmesi, “Ya İbn Abdillah!” hitabının daha az bilinmesinde etkili olmuştur. Bunun yanı sıra “Ya İbn Abdilmuttalib!” şeklinde dedesine nispet edilerek hitap edildiği birçok rivayet bulunmaktadır. “Ya Muhammed!” ve “Ya Ebe’l-Kâsım!” hitapları ise sahâbe içerisinde daha çok bedevîlerin sesleniş biçimi olarak ön plana çıkmaktadır. Hz. Peygamber çocuklara, Muhammed isminin verilmesine müsaade etmiş ancak kendi künyesi ile künyelenilmesine müsaade etmemiştir. “Ya Hayra’l-beriyye!” hitabıyla ilgili sadece bir rivayet bulunması, bu hitabın yaygın olmadığını göstermektedir. Günümüzde yaygın bir şekilde kullanılan “Ya Habîballah!” hitabının ise sahâbe döneminde mevcut olmadığı anlaşılmaktadır. Sahâbe arasında daha sık rastlanan hitap şeklinin Kur’ân’da da geçen “Ya Nebiyyallah!” ve “Ya Resûlallah!” kalıpları olduğu görülmektedir. Hz. Peygamber’in elçilik vazifesine vurgu yapılarak hitap edilmesi ona duyulan saygı ve sevgiyi göstermekte ve sahâbenin samimiyetini temsil etmektedir. Bu hitap biçimlerinden her biri hitap edenin Resûlullah’a tutumunu ortaya koymaktadır. Dolayısıyla İslâm tarihi kaynaklarına yansıyan hitap biçimlerinin bilinmesi Hz. Peygamber’e örtülü bir şekilde de olsa düşmanca ya da dostça yaklaşan isimlerin bilinmesini de sağlayacaktır.
CONCENTRADOS DE THEOBROMA CACAO COMO INHIBIDOR DE ARCILLAS E INCIDENCIA SOBRE EL FLUIDO DE PERFORACIÓN BASE AGUA POLIMÉRICO
Authors: Chávez Chamorro Andrea Paola , Enríquez Bolívar Germán , Romero Cortez Henry Paúl , Jun Li , Marín Alcívar David Gerardo , Llanganate Caillamara Natalia Monserrat
Published: June 2024

La estabilidad del pozo depende del control de hidratación de arcillas en las formaciones geológicas, se evaluó las partes cacao como aditivo inhibidor en fluidos de perforación, sustituyendo al glicol.
Se utilizó el método científico experimental; evaluando la propiedad inhibitoria (hinchamiento lineal referencia bentonita en agua dulce) de las diferentes concentraciones del fruto de cacao y glicol, seleccionando los porcentajes más bajos. Se formularon cinco fluidos de perforación a 3 lbm/bbl de la pulpa. 3,6 y 9 lbm/bbl de cáscara del cacao y un fluido con 3 lbm/bbl de glicol correspondiente al fluido estándar, adicionalmente se determinan pruebas químicas en el filtrado del fluido.
La evaluación de formulaciones de fluidos de perforación con inhibidores naturales a 3 lbm/bbl      se obtiene hinchamiento lineal de la pulpa 41,4 %, cáscara 56,35 % comparándolo con el inhibidor comercial glicol 45,07 %; al filtrado del fluido de perforación que se evalúa a través del contenido de calcio es de 2080 mg/l para la pulpa.
La pulpa de cacao tiene mejores propiedades inhibitorias que la cáscara y la semilla, sin embargo, al ser incorporada al fluido de perforación, el alto contenido de calcio interfiere en las propiedades físico químicas requeridas por un fluido de perforación.
COMPORTAMIENTO ANTIOXIDANTE Y POLIFENÓLICO DE UNA CONSERVA DE FLOR DE CABUYA NEGRA (AGAVE AMERICANA)
Authors: Enríquez Estrella Miguel Ángel , Enrìquez Ujukam Thalia Janeth , Serrano Torres Gabriela Joseth , Torres Rodríguez Silvia Hipatia , Cuadrado Ayala Dennis Gabriel
Published: June 2024

Las flores del Agave americana, caracterizadas por su color amarillo a verdoso, son altamente atractivas para diversos polinizadores, incluyendo murciélagos, insectos y aves. Estos polinizadores consumen gran parte de la energía que la planta ha acumulado a lo largo de su vida, lo que hace que estas flores se presenten como una alternativa alimentaria viable. Este estudio tiene como objetivo determinar el comportamiento antioxidante y polifenólico de la conserva de flor de cabuya negra (Agave americana), una opción alimentaria aún poco conocida en la gastronomía ecuatoriana. Las muestras fueron sometidas a un riguroso proceso que incluyó secado, trituración y extracción asistida por ultrasonido, seguido de análisis mediante los métodos FRAP y Folin-Ciocalteu. Los resultados indicaron un contenido significativo de polifenoles, con 868,5 mg/kg, y una notable capacidad antioxidante, alcanzando 65000 mg/kg. Estos hallazgos sugieren que la conserva de flor de Agave americana podría ser una opción alimentaria saludable. Además, destacan la importancia de realizar futuras investigaciones sobre fitoquímicos presentes en alimentos no convencionales, con el fin de expandir el conocimiento científico y diversificar la gastronomía ecuatoriana y mundial.
Synthesis and Characterization of Bis-Acetylacetonatozink (II) [(Zn(acac)2(H2o)]
Authors:   Department of Chemistry, Universitas Halu Oleo, Indonesia, Kadir Laode A. , Azis Thamrin ,   Department of Chemistry, Universitas Halu Oleo, Indonesia, Imran Imran ,   Department of Chemistry, Universitas Halu Oleo, Indonesia, Kadidae La Ode ,   Department of Chemistry, Universitas Halu Oleo, Indonesia, Usman Ida ,   Department of Physics, Universitas Halu Oleo, Indonesia, Agusriyadin Agusriyadin ,   Department of Chemistry, USN Kolaka, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

The synthesis of the bis-acetylacetonate zink (II) monohydrate complex [Zn(acac)2(H2O)] has been conducted. FTIR analysis, TGA-DSC, and SEM micrographic analysis performed complex characterization. The yield of the complex compound [Zn(acac)2(H2O)] was 36.24% using NaOH as a pH regulator. Based on the FTIR characterization of the typical absorption complex [Zn(acac)2(H2O)] appears at 763.88 cm-1 for Zn-O, C-H at 933.9 cm-1 and 1020 cm-1, C=C and C=O at 1516 cm-1, 1610 cm-1 and OH at 3450 cm-1 respectively. Thermal analysis of the complex shows that the decomposition temperature was obtained at 186oC. Based on the micrographic results, the complex has a non-uniform surface relief. The complex has an even distribution of pores with non-uniform pore sizes. Zn particles are deposited on the complex surface with various sizes to produce pores on the solid surface.
Improving the KYC Onboarding Process Using Business Process Re-Engineering: A Case Study of a Foreign Bank in Indonesia
Authors:   School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia, Fadhila Aisha , Ghazali Achmad ,   School of Business and Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

The Know-Your-Customer (KYC) onboarding component in the customer acquisition process became an issue in an Indonesian branch of a prominent global bank. In 2023, the branch received a significant complaint from one of its major clients, noting the inefficiency of its KYC onboarding process, thus garnering attention from local senior management. From 2019 to 2023, there was a steady increase in client dissatisfaction rate and the number of new clients dropping their requests during the KYC onboarding stage. This research aims to identify the pain points in Magnolia Bank’s KYC onboarding process and propose solutions using the Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) approach. Fifteen respondents, including 10 bank employees and 5 corporate clients, were interviewed. Thematic analysis of interview results was conducted and it revealed three major pain points of the process: difficulty in document submission, challenges in requirements, and communication issues. The root cause of these pain points were then analyzed using the fishbone diagram, from which three root causes were discovered: inadequate technology infrastructure, lack of transparency in the process, and insufficient guidance that clients receive from the bank. The BPR approach was taken to fix the problems, the project focused on improving the guidance to clients, enhancing technology infrastructure, and developing a system for clients to track their onboarding progress. The proposed business solution for this research is for Magnolia Bank to develop a dedicated KYC onboarding platform, allowing prospective clients to submit the requirements directly, experience a one-window communication system, and track their KYC onboarding status.
Improving Remote Leadership on PT. XYZ Business Development Expansion Team
Authors:   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia, Natrasuari, S.T. Dias , Hermanto Dr. Ruby ,   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia, Putro, M. Eng. Prof. Dr. Ir. Utomo Sarjono ,   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

This study analyzes and enhances the effectiveness of remote leadership within PT. XYZ’s Business Development Expansion team, crucial to the company’s growth. Despite PT. XYZ’s expansion beyond Jabodetabek, the remotely managed business development team’s performance has lagged compared to the directly managed Jabodetabek team. Using the DMAIC framework, this research identifies and addresses inefficiencies in remote leadership. Data was collected through interviews and company documents, employing methods such as fishbone analysis and the 5 Whys technique. Key findings indicate issues in leadership and management, tools and technology, and skills and impact. Problems include the absence of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), lack of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), poor integration with support divisions, centralized data management, complex products, inadequate training, and lack of an integrated system for remote operations. The study recommends creating comprehensive SOPs, establishing specific KPIs, improving communication with support departments, decentralizing data management, simplifying product offerings, conducting regular training, and implementing an integrated management system to enhance remote leadership practices.
Examination Stock Underperformance Leveraging Financial Ratios, Intrinsic Valuation, and Multiple Market Approach (Case Study: Indonesia Leading MRO Company)
Authors:   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia, Salim Ryan , Sukarno Subiakto ,   School of Business Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

AMF a prominent MRO company in Asia-Pacific region, especially Indonesia, has experienced decline in stock performance since its IPO in 2017. This study aims to discover factors contributing in company’s declining value and provide feasible recommendation to improve stock performance and financial health. A ten-year financial report assessment from 2014 to 2023 was conducted to gain a broader overview of company’s financial condition. This study examines financial ratios and compared to industry average through Multiple Market Approach. External risk affecting the underperformance of stock are also evaluated through PESTEL and Porter’s Five Forces. Result of the study indicate underperformance of AMF is due to decreasing profitability margin, inefficient use of assets, increasing operational expenses, and unfavourable external economic condition. The evaluation also reveal that the stock undervalued by market, where this statement is reinforced by intrinsic value of company is 3.88x higher than current market price, as well as supported by comparisons with similar industries where the financial ratios such as P/E ratio, M/B ratio, and EV/EBITDA are below industry average. The analysis proposes stock performance enhancement and financial stability by optimizing operational processes, capitalizing on technological advancement, and establishing strategic partnership to diversify revenue streams and enhance market presence.
Implementation of ESG as a Strategy for Business Sustainability in a Public-Listed Tobacco Company in Indonesia
Authors:   School of Business Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia, Muthiah Muthiah , Anggoro Yudo ,   School of Business Management, Institut Teknologi Bandung, Indonesia
Published: June 2024

Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has been introduced to the business communities for the past two decades. It has grown in importance as a framework for measuring a company’s sustainability and as a guide for investment decision-making. In Indonesia, the publicly listed companies at the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) have been required to implement and report ESG practices since 2021 through a regulation issued by the Financial Services Authority (OJK) in 2017. Among those is a tobacco company operating in Indonesia, PT HM Sampoerna Tbk. (Sampoerna/The Company/IDX: HMSP) that has been an affiliate of an international tobacco company, Philip Morris International (PMI), since 2005. The tobacco industry’s ESG implementation is particularly interesting due to the adverse externalities generated by its products, which is stated by WHO as one of the biggest issues for public health. This research focuses on analyzing the company’s ESG initiatives and creating improvement strategies in the context of a company operating in the tobacco industry with the objective of maximizing the role of ESG implementation to ensure business sustainability.