bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Cultura organizacional y control interno en entidades públicas
Authors:   Institución Universitaria Antonio José Camacho, Contreras Gamboa Erika Andrea , Cocuy Espinosa Julián ,   Institución Universitaria Antonio José Camacho, Rengifo Rentería Carlos Lino ,   Institución Universitaria Antonio José Camacho
Published: November 2024

Frente a la complejidad inherente al estudio de las organizaciones, es notable todo lo que se ha avanzado en el plano de la dinámica interna de las distintas entidades que sirven a satisfacer las necesidades de las personas vinculadas a ellas, ya sea con o sin fines de lucro, y que le aportan a la sociedad un valor agregado que hacen más rica a las dis-tintas sociedades. Este estudio se enfoca en reflexionar sobre cómo se relacionan la cultura organizacional y el control interno en entidades u organizaciones cuyo estatus jurídico se encuentran bajo el ámbito legal del Estado. Los cuestionamientos que se plantean usualmente sobre la materia son: ¿Por qué abordar las organizaciones estatales por separado? ¿Por qué distinguirlas de las organizaciones privadas? ¿Cuáles son las principales diferencias? ¿Existe una identidad cultu-ral propia de las organizaciones públicas? ¿Se puede generalizar? Es-tas solo son algunas preguntas que este trabajo se dedicará a aclarar. A partir del método documental-bibliográfico se puede evidenciar que el sistema de control interno en las organizaciones o entidades públicas permite direccionar las políticas a escala que se combinan con el avan-ce tecnológico, la realización de planes, metas y objetivos que tengan impacto a nivel poblacional (Gamboa Poveda et al., 2016). Se concluye que la cultura organizacional de los organismos del Estado debe estar alineada con los objetivos y metas de una sociedad beneficiaria de sus productos y servicios Se concluye que la interacción entre la cultura organizacional y el sistema de control interno en los organismos del Estado es crucial para el logro de los objetivos y metas que benefician a la sociedad. Esta sinergia asegura que tanto la cultura interna como los procedimientos de control contribuyan efectivamente a la entrega de productos y servicios de valor para la comunidad.
Condiciones Laborales de Trabajo Social: realidades y retos en el Valle del Cauca
Authors:   Universidad Santiago de Cali, Chacón Gironza Laura Sofía
Published: November 2024

"Recibo con satisfacción la publicación del libro Condiciones Laborales de Trabajo Social: realidades y retos en el Valle del Cauca, el cual expresa una respuesta rigurosa desde la investigación y producción de conocimiento a las necesidades históricas que la profesión tiene de cara a los procesos sociales que demarcan su desarrollo. Ya que no es posible enfrentar los dilemas ético-políticos y técnico-operativos del ejercicio profesional en su cotidianidad, sin una clara concepción teórico-metodológica que esclarezca las confusas y caóticas manifestaciones de la cuestión social y oriente estrategias de intervención profesional. Por eso quiero resaltar la importancia de este libro en el cual se evidencia un esfuerzo colectivo de colegas que se preocupan por explicar la existencia real de lo que implica ejercer desde una profesión como lo es el Trabajo Social, desmitificando y arrancando velos romantizadores que imposibilitan una acción razonada y crítica de la realidad colombiana, superando visiones endógenas del desarrollo profesional, planteado así, un insumo para el debate sobre sus rumbos en el marco de un proyecto de sociedad neoliberal que configura un contexto desfavorable para el ejercicio profesional desde sus condiciones de inserción sociolaboral, como en la concepción de la política social; cada vez más alejada de la garantía y conquista de derechos. "
Presión aórtica central para el diagnóstico de hipertensión arterial
Authors: Sandoval Estrada Jorge Luis
Published: November 2024

OBJETIVO: Describir la presión aórtica central para el diagnóstico de hipertensión arterial, medida por ecografía Doppler en pacientes mayores de 60 años que consultaron una clínica privada del municipio de Chiquimula, de enero de 2019 a diciembre 2023. MÉTODO: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo transversal con 328 pacientes mayores de 60 años que consultaron una clínica privada de Chiquimula, en los meses de enero de 2019 a diciembre de 2023. Se examinaron los expedientes clínicos de los pacientes y los datos recolectados se registraron en una boleta de recolección de datos. RESULTADOS: el 60.07% de los 328 pacientes presentaron hipertensión arterial al momento de la medición de la presión aórtica central y el 39.93% presentaron hipertensión arterial periférica, esto quiere decir que el restante 20.14% se diagnosticaron por medio de la presión aórtica central y no presentaban hipertensión arterial periférica. CONCLUSIÓN: Mediante la medición de la presión aórtica central y la medición de la tensión arterial convencional se mostró que el 60.07% de los pacientes evaluados presentaron hipertensión al momento de la medición de la presión aórtica central y el 39.97% presentaron hipertensión arterial al momento de la medición de la presión arterial convencional. Mediante la medición de la presión aórtica central se mostró que el 43.5% de los pacientes mayores de 60 años presentaban hipertensión grado 2, el 37.6% hipertensión grado 1, el 11.3% presión arterial elevada y el 7.6% presentaron crisis hipertensiva.
Assess the Impact of Body Appreciation on the Self-Esteem among Young Adults
Authors: Jerome Mr. Sunny , Krishna Mr. Akash , V Mr. Gokuldas, P. , A Mr. Mohammed Asif, , M Mr. Viknesh, , K Ms. Joicy, P. , V Mr. Julin Ayoob , Kumar Mr. Aswin S. , Jacob Ms. Thanuja Susan , Dennis Ms. Dency , B Mrs. Lavanya, , Malagi Mr. Vasanth , Nanajappan Prof. Devi
Published: November 2024

Body image is considered as a core issue for public health and associates with young adult’s overall health. Psychological well-being, such as optimism, self-esteem, proactive coping, positive affect, life satisfaction, subjective happiness, and emotional intelligence. The present study is aimed at assessing the impact of body appreciation on the self-esteem among young adults. Total 60 students between age 20-23 years were enumerated from the selected educational institution of Bangalore (Karnataka) after obtaining informed consent. Data was collected by tool using: Structured rating scale for assessment of body appreciation (Body appreciation scale-2), modified self-esteem inventory for assessment of self-esteem (Rosenberg self-esteem scale). Mean percentage score analysis indicates that among the four domains under study, self-confidence possess highest mean percentage score that is 82.5% (14.86±13.12), and the rest domains like identity, feeling of belongingness and feeling of competence obtained 72.22% (43.3±15.53), 81.11% (48.6±16.91) and 88.38% (53.05±13.76) respectively. Analysis revealed a significant relationship between body appreciation and self-esteem as Karl Pearson coefficient of correlation was calculated and r was found to be +0.983. Body appreciation had significant association with selected socio demographic variables (i.e., religion). Body appearance pressure is an issue among young adults. Actions to promote body appreciation and prevent body appearance pressure may include an implementation of media literacy, body functionality, and exercise as topics within the education program to safeguard their health and well-being. In order to reduce the incidence of negative body image and poor self esteem, these variables need to be cared for.
Food Safety Governance in South Africa
Authors:   University of Pretoria, MKHWANAZI NTOMBIZETHU SIMPHIWE , ADELLE CAMILLA ,   University of Pretoria, KORSTEN LISE ,   University of Pretoria
Published: November 2024

This paper reviews public policy with a focus on food safety governance. In this study, food safety governance refers to the policy, institutions, and actors involved in forming, interpreting, implementing, and enforcing food safety policies. South Africa is faced with various food safety challenges, resulting from a fragmented governance structure. Hence, better governance of food safety is needed to facilitate effective enforcement. In this study, food safety governance and the challenges of an effective food control system were reviewed. The aim of this review is to assess and analyse the existing state of food safety governance in South Africa and highlight the need for better governance to address the identified challenges and ultimately enhance the effectiveness of food safety enforcement. The challenges that were identified included inconsistencies in the interpretation and implementation of standards and regulations, poor industry participation, poor enforcement of legislation, inefficiencies, lack of a national food safety policy, lack of coordination and cooperation among government at the national level, and lack of communication between the different departments and levels of government involved in the regulation of food safety. The fragmented government structure makes it difficult for the regulators to communicate with the broader industry. Consequently, in South Africa, there is a need to create a robust regulatory framework for food safety that is effectively communicated, fairly implemented, and enforced by the appropriate entities with the necessary training.
Occipito-cervical fusion approach to Hangman's fracture on osteoporosis patient
Authors: Saapang Glen Sandi , Kencana I Gusti Ketut Agung Surya , Mahadewa Tjokorda Gde Bagus
Published: November 2024

An unstable Hangman fracture in an elderly patient is a condition that requires special consideration in selecting a surgical approach. In a healthy sixty-year-old man with a good Karnofsky score, a cervical X-ray and non-contrast CT-scan (NCCT) were performed to confirm the diagnosis. Installation of cervical traction with light weights first followed by occipito-cervical fusion has shown improvement in fracture alignment without complications, even with limited resources. Postoperative radiological examination showed good realignment with lateral mass screw fixation. From this case, it can be seen that the selection of the right surgical procedure in elderly patients is important, especially for those who do not have significant comorbidities.
Endovascular coiling procedure for saccular multilobulated anterior communicating artery aneurysm associated with contralateral A1 segment aplasia
Authors: Zulkifli Bilzardy Ferry , Adam Achmad , Kurniawan Christian Beta , Gondowardojo Yustinus Robby Budiman
Published: November 2024

The anterior communicating artery complex anatomy is very important in treating anterior cerebral circulation aneurysms surgically. About a quarter of all intracranial aneurysms are anterior communicating artery (AcomA) aneurysms. Aneurysm formation may be influenced by anatomic risk factors, with a co-occurring incidence of anterior cerebral artery trunks (A1) asymmetry. Patients with AcomA aneurysm are often presented with anterior cerebral artery A1 segment aplasia/hypoplasia. In this study, we will report a case of A1 hypoplasia in a 42-year-old female with a history of headache 3 days prior to admission which worsened overtime. Traditionally, coiling of A1 hypoplasia was not needed, however due to the neurological deficit, coiling was performed. This case report addresses the comparison between patient's pre-operative and post-operative results from angiography and coiling.
Centella asiatica extract cream inhibited microphthalmia-associated transcription factor (MITF) expression and prevented melanin amount increase in Guinea pig skin exposed to ultraviolet-B
Authors: Idana Fatri , Anak Agung Gde Putra Wiraguna , Winarti Ni Wayan
Published: November 2024

Background:

Centella asiatica has been popularly used in cosmetic products, especially due to its antioxidant benefits in soothing and healing wounds. However, the inhibition of melanogenesis in the content of Centella asiatica has not been widely studied. This study aimed to prove the effectiveness of 10% Centella asiatica cream on male Guinea pig (Cavia porcellus) skin exposed to UVB.

Methods:

The randomized posttest-only control group study was conducted on 36 Guinea pigs aged 3-months, body weight 300-350 grams with a healthy skin condition. They were randomly divided into two groups; each consists of 18 Guinea pigs. The first group was a control group given base cream 20-minutes before and 4-hours after UVB exposure, 3-times-a-week for two weeks. The second group was the treatment group given 10% Centella asiatica cream and expose to UVB with the same procedure. The histopathological preparations were made using a punch biopsy after intervention was completed. Immunohistochemical staining was performed to measure the expression of microphthalmia-associated-transcription-factor (MITF) and Masson-Fontana to measure the amount of melanin. Data analysis was conducted to compare the results in both groups.

Results:

The treatment group had a significantly lower mean MITF expression (13.61 ± 5.36 vs. 27.24 ± 6.50%) and melanin amount (5.95 ± 3.81 vs. 16.59 ± 5.77%) (p < 0.001) compared to the control group.

Conclusion:

The administration of cream consists of Centella asiatica extract 10% effectively inhibits the expression of MITF and prevented the increase of melanin amount in male guinea pigs (Cavia porcellus) exposed to UVB.
Correlation between knowledge, attitude, practice toward anxiety, and perception of the need for mental health services in Bali communities during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Upadhana Putu Satyakumara , Sastrawan I Gede Gita , Cahyarini I Gusti Agung Ayu Chintya , Sanjiwani Ni Putu Gita Raditya , Puspita Ida Ayu Kanaka , Putri Wayan Citra Wulan Sucipta , Wardani Ida Aju Kusuma
Published: November 2024

Background:

The level of knowledge, attitudes, and practices of a person in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic can be a factor that influences the emergence of anxiety disorders. The study aims to determine the correlation between knowledge, attitude, practice toward anxiety, and perception of the need for mental health services in Bali communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods:

This study was a cross-sectional observational analytical study with a consecutive sampling method. An online questionnaire was distributed in all provinces by the enumerator from 1 November to 30 November 2020. The inclusion criteria are respondents that lived in Bali and were aged between 18 to 65 years old.

Results:

There were 356 respondents included in this study. Most of them were female (n = 227, 63.8%), and not married (n = 251, 70.5%), with a median age of 25 years old (18-64 years old). There was a significant correlation between attitude and perception of the need for mental health service (p = 0.028, R = 0.177) and anxiety of the respondent (p = 0.004, R = 0.151). Also, the correlation between practice and perception of the need for mental health (p = 0.039, R = 0.109) and anxiety with the perception of the need for mental health (p = 0.039, R = 0.109) were found to be statistically significant.

Conclusion:

There is a correlation between knowledge, attitude, practice toward anxiety, and perception of the need for mental health services in Bali communities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Optimizing microsurgery training for plastic surgery resident: A systematic review
Authors: Samsarga Gede Wara , Hariantana Hamid Agus Roy Rusly , Hendra Sanjaya I Gusti Putu , Putri Purwanthi I Gusti Ayu , Purnama Dewi Ni Made Ratih
Published: November 2024

Background:

Microsurgery for plastic surgery residents is complex and requires a long learning curve, psychomotor capabilities, and repeated practices. Microsurgery training for plastic surgical residents must be optimized due to the heavy workload during residency and the limited time available to master microsurgery skills.

Methods:

Electronic literature searching of the MEDLINE (PubMed), Cochrane, and Google Scholar databases was conducted. Studies that were eligible and published between January 2015 and September 2019 were chosen.

Results:

Surgical simulation platforms have been implemented as a result of new training methods to learn microsurgery. Plastic surgery residents can practice microsurgery in virtual, animal models, non-living models, and indirect patient practice. Resident's competency scores and surgical performance improve as a result of simulation-based training. The demand for simulation-based training in plastic surgery residency programs is expected to rise as a result of its usefulness. A microsurgical skill evaluation is also a mandatory aspect of enhancing microsurgical skills for plastic surgery residents.

Conclusion:

Because there is limited time for formal microsurgery training in the operating room, plastic surgery residents must optimize their microsurgery skills outside of the operating room. Implementation of living and non-living models for microsurgery training and standardized objective assessment tools will further advance microsurgical skills in plastic surgery resident.
Comparison of Alvarado scores, Tzanakis scores, and RIPASA scores in the diagnosis of acute appendicitis in Sanglah Hospital
Authors: Palguna I Made Maha Satya Dwi , Sueta Made Agus Dwianthara , Mahadewa Tjokorda Gde Bagus
Published: November 2024

Background:

Acute appendicitis (AA) is the most common cause of gastrointestinal emergency surgery worldwide. However, to confirm the diagnosis of acute appendicitis, it is largely dependent on clinical judgment, causing the rate of negative appendectomy or misdiagnosis reach 20 – 40%. Several scoring systems have been developed to identify patients who did not require surgery, thereby reducing the burden of negative appendectomy.

Methods

This study is a cross-sectional observational study with diagnostic tests. The study was conducted at the Surgical Department of Sanglah Hospital, Denpasar from January 1st, 2020 to December 31st, 2020. All patients enrolled in this study were calculated with Alvarado, Tzanakis, and RIPASA scores to determine the need for appendectomy. In patients undergoing surgery, the diagnosis of AA was confirmed by histopathological examination. Descriptive analysis, receiver operating characteristics (ROC) analysis, and diagnostic tests were used to assess the effectiveness of the three scoring systems.

Results:

The total respondents in this study who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria were 103 people. This study found that acute appendicitis was more common in male patients with a mean age of 28.26 years. The RIPASA scoring system has better sensitivity and accuracy than the Alvarado and Tzanakis scores, so it is recommended to use the RIPASA score as a diagnosis of acute appendicitis. However, if an ultrasound facility is available, the Tzanakis score can be used.

Conclusion:

RIPASA score is the best score to diagnose acute appendicitis.
Manejo de pacientes com Sepse em Unidade de Terapia Intensiva
Authors: Moura Teixeira Pedro Henrique , Fechine Honorato Pedro , Barroso Souto Lucas Correa , Cabral Lima Michele , Kobbaz Alexandre Mello , Raunheitte da Cunha Guilherme , Dos Santos Junior Marcio Silva , Simões Barel Pâmella , Soares Lívia de Paula , Vasconcelos Matheus Linhares , Dias Rego Maria Carolina
Published: November 2024

O manejo da sepse em unidades de terapia intensiva (UTIs) tem avançado significativamente com novas diretrizes e pesquisas. A sepse, caracterizada por uma resposta inflamatória sistêmica grave, é uma das principais causas de mortalidade nas UTIs. A Campanha de Sobrevivência à Sepse (2021) introduziu o uso de cristaloides balanceados para ressuscitação, mostrando benefícios sobre o salino, especialmente em casos de lesão renal aguda. A identificação precoce da sepse, por meio de biomarcadores como a procalcitonina e a proteína C-reativa, é essencial para iniciar rapidamente a terapia com antibióticos de amplo espectro e, posteriormente, a desescalada para evitar resistência antimicrobiana. Além disso, a reposição volêmica com restrição de líquidos em pacientes com disfunção cardíaca e o uso de vasopressores, como a norepinefrina, são essenciais para o tratamento eficaz. O controle glicêmico e a mobilização precoce também são fatores que contribuem para uma recuperação mais rápida. A implementação de ferramentas preditivas, como o aprendizado de máquina, melhora a personalização dos tratamentos. Esses avanços consolidam o manejo da sepse como um processo complexo e multifatorial, exigindo uma abordagem integrada e personalizada.
LAW ENFORCEMENT EFFORTS AGAINST LIMESTONE MINING ACTIVITIES IN TAMANSARI VILLAGE, PANGKALAN DISTRICT ARE LINKED TO LAW NUMBER 3 OF 2020 CONCERNING AMENDMENTS TO LAW NUMBER 4 OF 2009 CONCERNING MINERAL AND COAL MINING
Authors: Setiawathi Maya , Hidayat Anwar , Arafat Zarisnov
Published: November 2024

Law enforcement is the process of making efforts to uphold or function legal norms in real terms as a behavioral guideline in the legal relationship of community life. Mining crimes are acts that are prohibited by regulations that are subject to sanctions for perpetrators, in order to protect mineral and coal mining activities and businesses. Mining actors who do not have a permit are regulated in Article 158 of Law Number 3 of 2020 concerning Amendments to Law Number 4 of 2009 concerning Mineral and Coal Mining. This action in limestone mining causes environmental damage and also triggers various negative impacts. The results of this study discuss how law enforcement efforts carried out by the Pangkalan Police in overcoming mining that does not have a permit in Tamansari Village, Pangkalan District and discuss the impact of the cause of air pollution in Tamansari Village, Pangkalan District as a result of this limestone mining. The empirical juridical research method used to answer the problems in this study with primary data sources consisting of the surrounding community, mining workers, community leaders, and law enforcement officials such as the police. The conclusion that can be drawn is that law enforcement efforts have not been maximized in overcoming mining that does not have permits because of the many resistance from the community, so further efforts are needed so that the public is aware of the law in Indonesia.
Shadow employment through the prism of digital technologies in Ukraine: analysis and ways of adaptation
Authors: Semiv Lyubov K. , Demkovych Tetyana M.
Published: November 2024

The article analyzes the process of shadow employment formation through the prism of modern digital technologies in Ukraine. The authors reveal that the theoretical content of shadow employment is ambiguous, as there is no clear coordinated mechanism for its definition among both domestic and foreign scholars. Essentially, the concept of «shadow employment» is multidimensional, encompassing «informal employment», «undeclared work», «unregistered activities», «unofficial labor», and others, indicating a lack of coherence and a regulatory control system for this phenomenon. In the current state of economic, pandemic, and military escalation challenges and threats in Ukraine, the era of digital technologies has become widespread, leading to opportunities for shadow employment. The article shows that the number of informally employed population had a tendency to decrease in 2021, reaching 3 million people, which is 3.4% less than in 2017. However, due to the full-scale invasion of russia into Ukraine, the data have not been updated since 2022. Based on the study of the Freelancehunt platform, the article proves that the level of adaptation of labor resources to changes in the modern labor market through digital technologies is quite high. This understanding also confirms the importance and scaling of freelancing in the sphere of economic activity of the state, which occupies a significant share of opportunities in the Ukrainian labor market, meeting the demands of business and the modern challenges of advanced technologies. The authors show the index of digital transformation in Ukraine, which includes various aspects of social life, while the highest indicators observed include «paperless mode», «institutional capacity» and «penetration of basic e-services». The article outlines the characteristic features of shadow employment through the use of digital technologies, along with its inherent advantages and disadvantages in the era of the scaling digitalization. The ways to adapt shadow employment through the prism of digital technologies in Ukraine are proposed, with an emphasis on a humane approach with promising opportunities for social guarantees, security, and a tolerant attitude of society in the further use of digital technology aspects in the labor market.
Energy optimizing evaporating crystallizers through machine learning
Authors: Lillebæk Frederik , Wick Lukas
Published: November 2024

This study presents a machine learning-based approach to optimize energy use in batch-operated evaporating crystallizers within the sugar industry. Leveraging causal machine learning with LightGBM, the study introduces a method to balance high- and low-energy steam usage by dynamically adjusting setpoints in the crystallization process, thus minimizing energy consumption while maintaining optimal batch cycle times. The solution, implemented in collaboration with Nordic Sugar A/S Nakskov, demonstrated a 39.8% increase in lower-energy steam utilization, leading to significant energy savings, including an approximate reduction of 3000 L of diesel consumption per crystallizer per campaign. These findings support a pathway toward sustainable energy practices in industrial crystallization.
Preferences or Requirements: Investigating Administrative Staff English Usage at Public Tertiary Institutions
Authors: Mat Husin Mohd Zulfadli , Khamis Nor Yazi
Published: November 2024

The competency to use the English language in Malaysian tertiary education sectors is not solely required for pedagogical and research purposes. The language is also indispensable to administrative staff in the institutions to administer and spearhead the country’s education sector towards achieving world-class recognition. Yet, much literature is needed to highlight the importance of the language for administrative staff working at tertiary institutions. This study aims to investigate administrative staff at tertiary institutions’ usage of English language at the workplace. A mixed-method design was used to answer the what and how the staff uses the language. 138 administrative staff of several public tertiary institutions in Malaysia responded to an online questionnaire, and 10 were interviewed during a competency workshop. The survey and interview data generally indicated the administrative staff’s agreement on the importance of English language. In addition, most staff prefer to use the language during the telephone conversation. Still, they prefer to use it only when required, particularly in conversing with foreign counterparts. Albeit the preference, they were optimistic about the requirement set by institutions to be competent in the English language for workplace communication. These results are significant in understanding the administrative staff’s issues on the English language usage at the workplace and in enhancing the required competency as part of CPD.
An assessment of online education during the COVID-19 pandemic: A survey of instructors in Iran
Authors: Honarzad Radin
Published: November 2024

This study aimed to examine the technological tools used by Iranian instructors during the Covid-19 pandemic and also to find out more about the advantages and disadvantages of online education in Iran through the eyes of the teachers in this period. In total, 119 instructors participated in this survey study from various parts of the country; the data was collected through an online questionnaire via Google Forms. The top five software that had the highest usage among the instructors were reported to be the locally developed platform for K-12 students, also known as The Student Education Network (SHAD), dedicated educational platforms of Iranian universities, Adobe Connect, Skype, and Moodle and the least frequent ones were Telegram, Google Classroom, and Zoom. While teachers reported many issues when teaching online such as slow internet speeds, unstable connections, increased workload, technical issues, and lack of face-to-face interactions, they also found some benefits in online education such as reduced infection risk, efficiency, higher mobility, and flexibility and increased concentration.
Teachers’ leadership style in relation with proficiency and teaching experience: A report from an EFL context
Authors: Shahrabadi Leili Hassanalipour , Shomoossi Nematullah , Feizabad Abdurrashid Khazaei
Published: November 2024

A less explored area in teaching practice is how teachers lead their classes, and what affects their leadership styles. The present study was designed to examine how Iranian EFL teachers’ language proficiency and teaching experience were related to their leadership style. The study included 89 EFL teachers with 1-24 years of teaching experience. Demographic questions and the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (Bass and Avolio, 1997) were used for data collection. The results of Pearson correlation coefficient revealed a significant relationship between some of the transformational leadership factors and teaching experience. In addition, step by step regression analysis showed that the best predictor of teachers’ transformational leadership was their years of experience. A significant relationship was also found between the participants’ proficiency level and some of the transformational leadership factors as well, which bear messages to policy makers and educators.
Remotivating demotivated English learners: A case study
Authors: Kheiri Hojjat , Mazlum Farhad
Published: November 2024

Remotivation is the process of restoring lost or diminished motivation by either teachers’ mediation or students’ application of self-regulating strategies. This longitudinal case study reports on the attempts to help four demotivated students renew their motivation. Students’ diaries, interviews, questionnaires, classroom observation and field notes were used to collect data. All cases attributed their loss of motivation to primarily external factors and two cases attributed it to internal causes too. Once demotives were identified, motivational strategies were employed for eight months. Overall, the findings suggested that demotivated students’ motivational beliefs could be worked on: it could be brought into surface and negotiated with subsequent positive effects on their motivational autonomy. Not only in behavioural measures but also in classroom achievement a promising pattern was observed. The prime case-general remotivators are discussed while acknowledging the individuality of cases and uniqueness of contexts.
A Bibliometric Analysis of Language Transfer Research: Trends and Hotspots
Authors: Gai Meijuan , Ariffin Kamisah , Ahmad Badli Esham , Fang Yue
Published: November 2024

In recent years, the field of second language acquisition has witnessed a noticeable surge in the significance of language transfer research. This current study conducted a comprehensive bibliometric analysis of language transfer research within the time frame spanning 2012 to 2023, focusing on the primary research trends and hotspots. A dataset comprising 1259 documents, sourced from the Web of Science (WOS) was collected and subjected to meticulous analysis through the combined utilisation of the Statistical Analysis Toolkit for Informetrics 4.0 (SATI) software and VOSviewer. The findings shed light on the developmental trajectory, current status, and future trends in language transfer research, offering valuable insights for further research directions and pertinent recommendations. This study holds particular significance for practitioners in the field of language education, offering a comprehensive comprehension of the contemporary landscape of language transfer. Furthermore, its implications extend to the realm of research methodology, rendering valuable guidance for the application and utility of visualisation techniques within the sphere of language transfer exploration.
Pemupukan Nilai Budaya Bugis dalam kalangan Guru Bugis Membentuk Nilai Murni dalam Kalangan Pelajar: Satu Kajian Rintis
Authors: Amat Asmiaty , Sulaiman Norsuhaila , Asis Abdul Hair Bedu , Salleh Norhuda
Published: November 2024

Guru merupakan agen sosialisasi yang berperanan penting untuk membentuk keperibadian murid selain ibu bapa. Latar belakang dan budaya yang melingkari kehidupan guru menjadi asas kepada guru untuk mendidik murid melalui keperibadian mereka semasa berada di sekolah khususnya dalam sesi pengajaran dan pembelajaran (PdP). Keperibadian mereka ini penting dalam memupuk karakter yang baik pada anak murid. Kajian ini dilakukan terhadap 186 orang guru etnik Bugis di beberapa buah sekolah di sekitar daerah Tawau dan Sandakan. Guru-guru Bugis dipilih kerana dalam budaya Bugis terdapat amalan budaya yang dikenali sebagai asas nilai yang diaplikasikan termasuklah Assitinajang (kepatutan), Reso (usaha), Siri’ Na Pacce/Pesse, Sipurepo’ (berat sama dipikul), Assimellereng (nilai kasih sayang) dan Sipakatau (nilai hormat menghormati). Guru-guru yang dipilih melibatkan guru-guru yang mengajar di Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan yang dipilih secara rawak dengan menggunakan aplikasi goggle form. Analisis menunjukkan bahawa guru Bugis bersetuju bahawa penerapan budaya Bugis kepada pelajar amat penting dan mereka telah menerapkan budaya dalam menghubungkan nilai murni Bugis dari aspek verbal dan nonverbal. Ia memainkan peranan dalam mengintegrasikan murid tidak terhad semasa sesi pengajaran dan pembelajaran sahaja tetapi turut meliputi aktiviti di luar bilik darjah. Selain itu, didapati budaya Bugis memiliki signifikan dengan nilai murni yang dilihat sesuai untuk diterapkan kepada murid dari sudut perlakuan.
Problems of Applying Tax Benefits to Income from the Sale of SharesThe article is devoted to practical problems of individuals and organisations applying tax benefits to income from the sale of shares (or participatory interests in LLC), which they have owned for more than 5 years. The author identifies two pressing problems: (1) the impact of reorganisation of a legal entity on the calculation of the period of ownership (2) limitations of benefits that apply to personal income tax, but do not apply to corporate income tax. The author considers the reasons for practical problems and proposes solutions based both on the purposes of benefits and on the economic and legal nature of investments in the authorised capital of legal entities. The author concludes that reorganisation of a legal entity should not interrupt the calculation of the period of ownership of shares. However, in the author’s opinion, the shortcomings in the law text will entail practical problems until the law is amended. The author also comes to the conclusion that limitations on personal income tax benefits will inevitably entail audits by Russian tax authorities when applying corporate income tax benefits.
Authors:   Taxology, Iagniukova Marina M.
Published: November 2024

The article is devoted to practical problems of individuals and organisations applying tax benefits to income from the sale of shares (or participatory interests in LLC), which they have owned for more than 5 years. The author identifies two pressing problems: (1) the impact of reorganisation of a legal entity on the calculation of the period of ownership (2) limitations of benefits that apply to personal income tax, but do not apply to corporate income tax. The author considers the reasons for practical problems and proposes solutions based both on the purposes of benefits and on the economic and legal nature of investments in the authorised capital of legal entities. The author concludes that reorganisation of a legal entity should not interrupt the calculation of the period of ownership of shares. However, in the author’s opinion, the shortcomings in the law text will entail practical problems until the law is amended. The author also comes to the conclusion that limitations on personal income tax benefits will inevitably entail audits by Russian tax authorities when applying corporate income tax benefits.
A Behavior Comparison of Grouted and Screw Nailed Walls in Sandy and Clayey Soils
Authors: Zahedi P
Published: November 2024

The study investigated the behavior of walls reinforced by screw and grouted nails in both sandy and clayey soils, along with examining the interaction between screw nails and the surrounding soil. Results indicated that the cylindrical mechanism of screw nails diminishes the influence of soil-shaft interaction on pullout resistance. Abaqus/Standard software faces difficulty in resolving slope stability issues when employing the penalty method to mimic screw nail-soil interface behavior. Modeling the interaction of screw nails and surrounding soil as an embedded region within the soil in Abaqus/Standard software is suggested. Passive stresses acting on the soil behind screw plates enhanced the horizontal stress behind the plates. Vertical and horizontal displacements of walls reinforced with screw nails were smaller than those of grout-nailed walls in sandy soils. Additionally, the effectiveness of screw nails in controlling horizontal displacement of reinforced walls increased with higher surcharge loads. However, there was no significant difference observed in associated values in clayey soils. For optimal effectiveness, it is advisable to use screw nails in soils with smaller Rankine zones (higher internal friction angle values) or with a minimum number of screw plates within the Rankine zone.
Design Aid for Selection of H-Piles
Authors: Dotson D
Published: November 2024

This paper presents design aids for the selection of HP sections for driven piles according to the American Institute of Steel Construction Specification 360-22 “Specification of Structural Steel Buildings.” Graphical aids for the design selection of W-shapes have been provided by Keil (2000), Hosur and Augustine (2007), and Sa’Adat and Banan (2014). However, to date there are no aids available for the design of H-Piles. This work seeks to eliminate that gap by providing the data necessary to create interaction diagrams for combined stresses including compression, bending, and tension in both the strong and weak axes for 50 ksi grade steel HP sections.
Application of the Wave Equation to the Dynamic Capacity of Grouped Piles
Authors: Blanchard Jonathan
Published: November 2024

Two instrumented pile groups, including one group of seven H-Piles (HP 14x102 piles) and one group of seven Pipe Piles (457 mm diameter, closed-ended Pipe Piles) were driven at a site in Northeastern Arkansas. Stress waves in the piles were monitored during pile driving utilizing 350-ohm resistance strain gauges. The recorded stress waves were compared to estimated stress waves from wave equation analyses performed using GRLWEAP (2010). The pile forces for each monitored depth were compared to predicted forces from GRLWEAP (2010), Case Pile Wave Analysis Program (CAPWAP), and Pile Driving Analysis (PDA). The predicted stress waves were in good agreement with the observed stress waves (regression coefficient values greater than 0.8); however, there was considerable error regarding the prediction of maximum forces, particularly at the pile toe. The pre-construction wave equation predicted forces were within 50 percent (H-Piles) and 30 percent (Pipe Piles), respectively. However, at the pile toe, the errors
Pelatihan Jurnalistik Berbasis Majalah Digital bagi Para Pengurus OSIS di Sekolah
Authors: Tias Dhea Ayuning , Nurhadi Zikri Fachrul
Published: November 2024

Journalism if applied to the world of education will be increasingly relevant. SMP Plus Darul Arham, which was only established in 2020, when viewed from the concept of education, has shortcomings in the form of the absence of communication media such as mading or bulletins which should be a forum for student creativity as well as a means of publication at school. So, journalistic training is recommended in this school with the aim of providing an overview of how the application of journalism with a digital magazine base is carried out. With a journalistic approach consisting of finding information, processing information and then publishing the results of their work, in the process team-based projects are also used with the intention that students are trained to be able to learn and understand the situation of the conditions and the final target that has been given. As a result, students were enthusiastic about the assignment and the final magazine project. Marked by the increase in student initiative in interviews as well as the increase in student creativity when inputting news into the digital magazine rubric that has been provided. In order for students to continue to develop their creativity, the partners are motivated to further equip facilities for this to happen. Other long-term benefits that can be used as suggestions from this training also provide an idea to collaborate with certain subjects so that the school magazine as a bridge of information as well as school promotion can continue to run, which is also in line with the Merdeka curriculum which has a pro-school program.
Penguatan UMKM Produk Herbal melalui Penerapan Proses Produk Halal dan Pemasaran Digital
Authors: Prihastiwi Diah Agustina , Astutik Erni Puji
Published: November 2024

The decades-old herbal products are one of the potentials owned by Trasan Village, Bandongan District, Magelang Regency. Because of the products’ perceived efficacy, their longevity is assured. The products have not received halal certification, thus one of the issues these businesses face is that marketing is still done by going door-to-door. Thus far, halal goods and equipment have been used in the traditional production of herbal products. On the other hand, the UMKM owners will have more chances to grow the marketing network if the products have received halal certification. Additionally, the owners hope to grow their company by reaching a larger market with herbal items. Thus, to increase market penetration, digital marketing training is required. This community service program aims to support traditional herbal product producers with digital marketing and the implementation of the halal product process. Giving training and supervision on the halal certification procedure for UMKM owners and the usage of suitable digital marketing constitutes this community service. Partners receive training on the benefits of registering halal items, the necessity of a halal product certification process, and how to use digital marketing tools. Herbal product entrepreneurs can identify and fulfil the requirements for the halal product process and implement marketing strategies by using digital media with the help of the training and mentorship programs offered. The result of this program showed an increase in the quantity and value of the products. Sales of herbal products have now spread to Yogyakarta due to the increasingly wide marketing area and increasing customer trust in the quality and halal-ness of the products.
Seputik Sekar Cakap: Upaya Mengedukasi Perempuan dalam Pemenuhan Gizi Balita sebagai Langkah Pencegahan Stunting
Authors: Farzana Liana Afza , Rahmawati Reni , Diani Winasti Rahma
Published: November 2024

The women's school in Pucungroto Village uses a non-formal curriculum to establish women's ability level in knowledge and skills to minimize the level of stunting rates in Pucungroto Village. Pucungroto Village was the choice of the PPK Ormawa Himaprodi PBSI Team to carry out a women's school program which aims to empower the Pucungroto Village community for women through the Seputik Sekar program, especially in terms of health and nutrition. The development of women in Pucungroto Village uses several methods, including location surveys, identifying community needs, pioneering partnerships with various parties outside the village, developing a curriculum involving stakeholders, carrying out outreach activities, implementation, monitoring and evaluation stages. Coaching and mentoring is carried out directly and actively for the women of Pucungroto Village. Involvement of partners and agencies to support program sustainability, and evaluation using a Likert scale to assess the level of knowledge and satisfaction of targets, so as to obtain data on increasing women's understanding and skills in aspects of health and nutrition.  The hope of the Seputik Sekar Cakap program is that it will be a sustainable activity which can later be carried out with PKK mothers, partners, and students or PPK Ormawa activity activists who are able to improve and provide something new as an effort to improve the welfare of the Pucungroto Village community.
Desiminasi Teknologi Capasitiv Sensor dan Arduino Uno dalam Pembuatan Voicing Poster untuk Peningkatan Pemahaman Sex Education bagi Anak Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Sutriyani Wulan , Wiranti Dwiana Asih , Wahyusari Retno , Aprilia Dyah Ayu Safitri , Mahdum Esa Adistiya Fajarwati , Subkan Muhamad Nur , Maziyah Hilda Nur
Published: November 2024

In the current millennial era, cases of sexual violence in Indonesia continue to increase, making it necessary to provide sex education to children. The partner school in this research is the teacher working group (KKG) of Dabin IV SD Nakula Sadewa cluster in Bangsri sub-district, Jepara district, which consists of 9 elementary schools. They face issues with some elementary school children making jokes that lead to pornographic remarks or engaging in verbal and physical bullying. The aim of this community service program (PKM) is to enhance students' understanding of sex education, improve teachers' ability to master sex education material, and increase teachers' ability to innovate in creating learning media based on Capacitive Sensor technology and Arduino Uno. This research method is carried out in 5 stages: socialization, training, technology application, mentoring, and sustainability. As a result, the partners can improve their competence in developing innovative capacitive sensor technology learning media for elementary school children. From the implementation of this community service activity, the use of capacitive sensor technology-based learning media with Arduino Uno successfully addressed the problems faced by the partners.
Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila melalui Pelatihan Penggunaan Tumbuhan sebagai Pewarna Alami Tenun Kebat Dayak Iban
Authors: Putra Zakarias Aria Widyatama , Sulistyarini Sulistyarini , Efriani Efriani , Dewantara Jagad Aditya , Olendo Yudhistira Oscar
Published: November 2024

To realise an evolved Indonesia that is self-sufficient and has a personality, the education vision begins with organising P5 as an integrated aspect of the Merdeka Curriculum. The Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project (P5) will give opportunity for students to enhance their character via learning experiences in the surrounding environment. This workshop aims to achieve the same purpose as Indonesian education: to provide students and elementary school children with hands-on experience using plants as natural dyes for Dayak Iban Kebat Weaving in Sungai Utik. The purpose of this activity is to preserve and protect Dayak Iban culture, particularly through the weaving method. The training technique employs a contextual approach, combining demonstration and practice. The lecturer was a Kebat weaving practitioner, and the training participants consisted of five youngsters from Sungai Utik. The assessment instrument utilised was a questionnaire completed by youngsters about their understanding of the usage of plants as natural colours. The instruction resulted in the 5 participants being able to use engkerbai laut, engkerbai kayo’ and renggat kikat plants as natural dyes for weaving yarn in the colours red and navy blue. They learnt the natural dyeing process firsthand by observing, selecting, sifting, and removing the boiling water to obtain colours suitable for use on woven yarns. This training is vital for improving P5, as it allows children to be actively involved in learning about and experiencing the natural dyeing process, which at the very least strengthens character and individuality while also providing cultural preservation space.