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Evolution of the southeastern part of the Pannonian Basin and its implications
Authors: Radivojevic Dejan
Published: October 2023

The southeastern part of the Pannonian Basin System probably represents the most important area for determining its origin and evolution. The geodynamics also influenced the way that sediments fill the basin and therefore the economic resources that can be found in these sediments. All this led to the fact that the Pannonian Basin is the most developed part of our country. The great scientific value of this area is found in the fact that it represents an excellent training ground for the demonstration of the opening of the Pannonian basin system as well as the progradation of sediments from the southern and southeastern directions. In addition to the already confirmed economic importance through the exploitation of hydrocarbons, geothermal and hydrothermal waters, coal and construction materials, there is great potential in geoheritage and geotourism.
Serological profile and pleurisy lesions associated with Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae in pig farms in North Macedonia
Authors: Angjelovski Branko , Janevski Aleksandar , Atanaskova-Petrov Elena , Marin Orenga , Bojkovski Jovan
Published: October 2023

Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae (App) is one of the most important swine respiratory pathogens that causes porcine pleuropneumonia and massive financial losses in pig industry. The objective of this study was to investigate App infection in five pig herds from North Macedonia experiencing clinical respiratory infections by serological testing and a slaughterhouse pleurisy evaluation system (SPES). In total, 250 blood samples were taken from pigs aged 6, 10, 14, 18, and 22 weeks. Ten animals per age category from each farm were sampled and analyzed for presence of antibodies against App. At the slaughterhouse, 50 lungs per herd from slaughtered age pigs were scored by the SPES for the presence of lesions associated with chronic pleurisy. The overall seroprevalence to App was 65.6%, ranging from 34% to 98% at the farm level. The highest seroprevalence was found in 6-week-old pigs in all farms, while significant differences were observed between farms in the 10-, 14-, 18-, and 22-week-old pig groups. Pleurisy associated with App was found in 26.4% of all examined lungs, with the mean SPES score being 0.75 (0.14 - 1.10). The percentage of SPES scores of 0, 1, 2, 3, and 4 in all lungs were 73.4%, 1.6%, 8.8%, 8.4%, and 7.6% respectively. A significant difference in mean SPES score was obtained between two farms. High seroprevalences of App detected on the tested farms were probably due to constant natural infection. The highest seroprevalences, measured in the youngest pigs, could be due to maternally-derived antibodies. Higher seroprevalence against App and lower SPES scores in some farms suggests immunity resulting from infection by corresponding field serotypes.
Use of lung ultrasound in the differential diagnosis of the causes of dyspnea
Authors: Bulatovic Kristina , Ristic-Andjelkov Andjelka , Peric Vladan , Todorovic Jovana , Pandrc Milena , Gojka Gabrijela , Vranes Danijela , Sipic Maja , Rasic Dragisa , Milenkovic Aleksandra , Aritonovic-Pribakovic Jelena , Peric Milica
Published: October 2023

Background/Aim. The field of lung ultrasonography (US) is a fast-developing one, and it provides the medical community with numerous new diagnostic opportunities. The aim of this study was to examine the etiology of dyspnea on admission and assess the stage of heart failure (HF) according to the US examination of the heart and lungs. Methods. The cross-sectional study included a total of 110 patients treated for the symptoms of dyspnea. The study included all patients treated for any heart or pulmonary condition, as well as patients who reported the first episode of dyspnea with-out any previous illness. The most important diagnostic sign in the US of the lungs in patients with HF was the appearance of B-lines or ?comets? (ultrasound artifacts reminiscent of comet tails), which indicate the accumulation of fluid in the interstitium of the lungs. Results. The mean number of registered ?comets? in the total number of patients was 14.2 ? 7.4 (minimum 2, maximum 30). The mean number of ?comets? among patients with HF was 18.8 ? 5.9. The mean number of ?comets? among patients without HF was 8.0 ? 3.7 (p ? 0.001). Multivariate linear regression analyses showed the association between the number of ?comets? and HF (p ? 0.001). Conclusion. As the assessment of present ?comets? in pulmonary US examination is safe and non-invasive, it can easily be integrated into the daily clinical practice because it has been shown that the number of pulmonary ?comets? is significantly higher in patients with HF compared to those with dyspnea of other etiologies.
Bærekraftsrapportering er på alles lepper: Hva er nytt, og fra når?
Authors: Stenheim Tonny , Baksaas Kjell Magne
Published: October 2023

Bærekraftsrapportering er et tema som opptar mange – først og fremst de som skal utarbeide slik rapportering, men også de som skal attestere eller bruke slik rapportering som grunnlag for beslutninger. Enkelte vil hevde at det som nå skjer innen bærekraftsrapportering, er like stort som eller større enn overgangen fra nasjonale regnskapsregler til IFRS for snart 20 år siden. Mens finansiell rapportering har vært regulert i 100–150 år, er bærekraftsrapportering noe som er rimelig nytt. Utfordringene er derfor store. En betydelig del av dette temanummeret om regnskap og revisjon er derfor viet nettopp bærekraftsrapportering.
Small-size jet-powered combat unmanned aircraft systems
Authors: Khalatov Artem , Nemchin Oleksandr , Shkvar Yevhenii , Kuzmin Andrey , Kobzar Sergiy
Published: October 2023

The monograph contains a conceptual analysis of the possibility to create the high-speed (up to 800 km/h) and maneuverable small-size jet-powered combat aircrafts with an engine thrust of 10–90 kgf and reduced radar and thermal signature of the aircraft. The classification of unmanned aerial systems (UAV/UAS) is considered, an analysis of the market for mini turbojet engines with a thrust of 10–90 kgf is given. Based on the statistical analysis, the weight, geometric and speed characteristics of the small UAV/UAS were assessed from the point of using the mini turbojet engines with a thrust of 10–90 kgf. The dynamic and altitude-speed characteristics of the basic UAV/UAS with a thrust of 20 kgf are presented. An analysis was carried out of the feasibility of using technologies to reduce radar and thermal signature in the design of small UAVs/UASs. A list of possible operational-tactical tasks for small UAVs/UASs with mini turbojet engines thrust of 10–90 kgf has been formulated. In conclusion, the prospects for the future development of small-size jet-powered UAVs/UASs are considered. All the data presented in the book are valid on January 1, 2023.
ANALISIS FINANCIAL DISTRESS DENGAN METODE ALTMAN Z-SCORE PADA PERUSAHAAN OTOMOTIF DAN KOMPONEN YANG TERDAFTAR DI BEI TAHUN 2017-2021
Authors: Sianipar Cristyn Yohanna , Herawaty Netty , Rahayu Rahayu
Published: October 2023

This research aims to analyze the effect of the Altman Z-score financial ratio on financial distress in automotive and component manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2017 to 2021. The independent variables in this study include Net Working Capital to Total Assets, Retained Earnings to Total Assets, Earning Before Interest, and Tax to Total Assets dan Book Value of Equity to Total Liabilities. The dependent variable is financial distress. Purposive sampling was used to select a sample of 12 companies, and descriptive statistics were applied using the SPSS version 25 program. The results of the study indicate that 7 companies are healthy, 3 companies are experiencing financial distress, and 2 companies are in a gray area. The result found that all four financial ratios partially have an effect on financial distress and simultaneously all four ratios also have an effect on financial distress.
MEDAN MAKNA “AKTIVITAS KAKI “ DALAM BAHASA INDONESIA
Authors: Rahis Pasaribu Gumarpi
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan komponen makna verba aktivitas kaki dalam bahasa Indonesia. Penelitian ini berjenis kualitatif dengan metode deskriptif. Data diperoleh dari sumber tertulis, yaitu Kamus Bahasa Indonesia. Data berupa daftar kosakata yang bermedan makna aktivitas kaki dalam bahasa Indonesia. Data dianalisis dengan teknik parafrase dan pengklasifikasian. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa verba aktivitas kaki dalam bahasa Indonesia terdiri dari 7 (tujuh) buah leksem yaitu: menendang, melangkah, mendaki, memijak, melompat, mengayuh, dan memanjat. Berdasarkan analisis ciri semantisnya aktivitas kaki yang paling banyak adalah menendang, melompat dan memanjat. Sementara yang paling sedikit adalah mendaki.
BENTUK DAN STRUKTUR SUPERSTISI KATEGORI KEMATIAN DAN ADAT PEMAKAMAN PADA MASYARAKAT MELAYU RUMBAI TIMUR
Authors: Husna Siregar Robiatul
Published: October 2023

Superstition is a belief that cannot be proven logically and does not necessarily occur. In this study the authors took one village among the villages in East Rumbai District, namely the village of Tebing Tinggi Okura. This research is also motivated by the researcher's desire to find out the structure and meaning contained in the superstitious East Rumbai Malay community which is formed by the relationship between different life values ​​and beliefs. The purpose of this study is to describe the form and structure of the superstitious categories of death and burial customs in the Malay community in Tebing Tinggi Okura Rumbai Timur Village, Pekanbaru City. The approach to this study uses a qualitative approach while the research method is a qualitative descriptive method with a type of field research. The analysis in this study was carried out in three stages, namely data reduction, data presentation and conclusion. Based on the results of the analysis in this study, there were 27 superstitious forms of death category data and funeral customs. Of the 27 data that has been obtained, 23 data are classified into a two-part structure, namely cause and effect, while the other 4 data include a three-part structure, namely a sign, a change from one state to another (conversion), and a result. The East Rumbai Malay community, especially the village of Tebing Tinggi Okura, has instilled superstitious values ​​in their daily lives, because the use of this superstition can regulate the order of norms in their collective society, especially in death and funeral customs in the East Rumbai Malay community.
Optimalisasi Penggunaan Bahasa Indonesia melalui Kampanye Bahasa di Media Sosial
Authors: Sadeli Lili
Published: October 2023

As a national language, Indonesian works as a symbol of national pride, a symbol of national identity, a unifying tool, and an interregional and intercultural communication tool. As a symbol of nationality, the Indonesian language is able to reflect socio-cultural values that we feel proud of as a symbol of national identity, we must uphold the Indonesian language next to our flag and country. Indonesian language must also be able to become a unifying tool for various ethnic groups who have different cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Indonesian has been proven to achieve harmony between ethnic groups in one nation, namely the Indonesian nation. In an effort to foster a sense of love for the homeland of the young generation, the problems that exist in the Young Generation include 1) using the Indonesian language for FKIP Unpas students; 2) the use of social media for PBSI PBSI FKIP Unpas students; 3) language campaign on social media. Based on the existing problems, it is necessary to have a language campaign as an effort to increase the existence of the Indonesian language and create a younger generation who will use the language. Keywords: Language, Indonesia, Campaign, Social Media.
REFERENSI INTERLOKUTOR DALAM PERCAKAPAN PADA PODCAST CLOSE THE DOOR
Authors: Imam Taufik Adi
Published: October 2023

This study examines interlocutor reference in conversation on Close the Door podcast hosted by Deddy Corbuzier. The data search of this research consist of 116 instances of interlocutor reference. The theory used in this paper is the address terms proposed by Brown and Gilman (1960) as well as Sign of Deference, Sign of Demeanour; Interlocutor Reference and Self-Other Relation written by Dwi Noverini Djenar (2022). The aim of the study is to describe interlocutor reference in coversation on the podcast. Based on initial observations, it appears that the interlocutor reference used in speech sequences varies. Therefore, further research is needed to provide a picture of interlocutor characterisctics on the podcast. The results show that speaker use polite and familiar interlocutor references for the same conversational partner in the same speech sequence. For example, speakers use interlocutor reference such as Mr. Nadiem makarim, Elu, Bro Bos, and Brother in the same speech sequences. In addition, the use of interlocutor rreference such as Gus, Gus Yaqut, and Andain the same speech sequences was also found. The use of diverse interlocutor references indicates deferential relationship among speakers. Deferential relationship in conversations refer to the strategies used by the speakers to show respect, politeness, and familiarity to their conversational partners.
TINDAK TUTUR ILOKUSI AKUN TIKTOK @NAJWASHIHAB SERTA IMPLEMENTASINYA SEBAGAI BAHAN AJAR TEKS PERSUASI
Authors: Wahyuningsih Sri
Published: October 2023

The purpose of this research is to describe the forms and functions of illocutionary speech acts on the TikTok @najwashihab account, and to describe the implementation of illocutionary speech acts as teaching materials for persuasive texts in junior high schools. This study used a qualitative descriptive method, the data were obtained from Najwashihab's TikTok captions which were observed, read, identified, recorded by researchers for analysis so as to obtain the required illocutionary utterances. This data has the intent and function of influencing the speech partner. The results of this study indicate that there are 55 data found by researchers. The data includes types of directive illocutionary speech acts (28 data), assertive (19 data), and expressive (8 data).
REPRESENTASI IDEOLOGI PADA PEMBERITAAN KONFLIK RUSIA DAN UKRAINA DALAM KOMPAS.COM : ANALISIS WACANA KRITIS
Authors: Oktaviani Herlia
Published: October 2023

Abstrak Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengungkap ideologi media Kompas.com berkaitan dengan pemberitaan konflik antara Rusia dan Ukraina dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif, dan memanfaatkan pendekatan Analisis Wacana Kritis. Data pada penelitian ini sebanyak 17 artikel yang diambil dari laman media Kompas.com. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan terdapat dua temuan yaitu representasi pada aspek tata bahasa berupa proses dan partisipan. Representasi proses terdiri dari proses (1) tindakan, (2) peristiwa, (3) keadaan, dan (4) mental. Representasi partisipan terdiri dari partisipan (1) pelaku, (2) korban, dan (3) nominal. Hasil analisis membuktikan bahwa media Kompas.com yang dipandu oleh ideologinya lebih banyak memberikan perhatian pada tindakan-tindakan yang dilakukan oleh pihak Rusia yang banyak ditekankan melalui pernyataan dari aktor-aktor sosial yang saling terlibat yaitu pihak Ukraina dan Barat. Kata Kunci: representasi, ideologi, Rusia dan Ukraina, Kompas.com
Performance Analysis of 9, 11, 13, and 15 – Level Back-to-Back Connected Modular Multilevel Converters fed Doubly Fed Induction Machine
Authors: Venu Madhav Gopala , Kumar T. Anil
Published: October 2023

In this paper, back-to-back Modular Multilevel Converters are used to feed the Doubly Fed Induction Machine. The MMC with 9, 11, 13, and 15 – Level output voltages are generated and fed to the DFIM and the performance of the DFIM is analyzed, when the machine is working as Doubly Fed Induction Generator (DFIG) and when the machine is working as Doubly Fed Induction Motor. The performance of the DFIG is analyzed in terms of power factor at Grid Side Converter (GSC) for different levels of operation of MMC. The results show that the power factor is maintained near to unity power factor at grid side. The performance of the Doubly Fed Induction Motor is analyzed in terms of variation of the load torque being applied to motor. The results show that there is clear variation of the speed for two different load conditions. The work is carried out by using Typhoon HIL Real-Time Simulation platform, i.e., both Software and Hardware.
PENGARUH CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY TERHADAP NILAI PERUSAHAAN
Authors: Primawati Dina Aris , Andajani Andajani
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh Corporate Social Responsibility terhadap nilai perusahaan pada perusahaan pertambangan yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) periode 2016-2019. Corporate Social Responsibility yang berdasarkan Global Reporting Initiative (G-4) terdiri dari 3 kategori kinerja yaitu kinerja ekonomi (EC), kinerja lingkungan (EN), dan kinerja sosial (SO) terhadap nilai perusahaan yang diproksikan dengan (Tobin’s). Jenis penelitian ini yang digunakan adalah penelitian kuantitatif. Jenis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah data sekunder. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah laporan tahunan. Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah metode purposive sampling, yaitu pemilihan sampel yang berdasarkan dengan kriteria-kriteria yang telah ditentukan. Teknik purposive sampling yang diperoleh sampel sebanyak 26 perusahaan pertambangan yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) dengan tahun pengamatan 2016-tahun 2019 sehingga diperoleh 104 data pengamatan. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah analisis regresi linier berganda. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kinerja ekonomi (EC) berpengaruh positif terhadap nilai perusahaan, kinerja lingkungan (EN) berpengaruh negatif terhadap nilai perusahaan, dan kinerja sosial (SO) berpengaruh positif terhadap nilai perusahaan.
The system of comprehensive assessment of public sector organizations financial and economic activities based on annual accounting statements
Authors: Bubnovskaya Tatyana Viktorovna , Gavrish Polina Timofeevna
Published: October 2023

In order to achieve an increase in public services quality and at the same time optimize budget expenditures there has been consistently formed the system that encourages budget institutions to develop various income-generating activities. The current practice of “dual” financing forces us to revise existing approaches to planning and evaluating the financial and economic activities of state institutions. The methods of financial analysis of budgetary institutions, the system of indicators of financial stability complex assessment, efficiency and effectiveness of their activities are considered. In order to form a system of economic indicators for a comprehensive assessment of the financial and economic activities of public sector organizations, a comparative analysis of the reporting of budgetary and commercial organizations was carried out, modern systems and methods of financial analysis of accounting statements were studied and methodological recommendations describing a specific system of indicators for assessing the performance of budgetary institutions were formed. The system under consideration involves carrying out analytical procedures sequentially from collecting information and express analysis, which allows determining the need, direction and scope of further analysis, to a detailed assessment of the financial stability, efficiency and effectiveness of the institution's activities (both in general by state assignment and income-generating activities, and directly by the efficiency of the use of property). The need for relevant and objective methods of analysis and evaluation is confirmed as a tool that contributes to improving (with correct application) the quality of services and the efficiency of budgetary institutions financial and economic activities. The formed system of indicators can be used to conduct internal and external monitoring and forecasting of the budgetary institutions activities, regardless of the field of activity, as well as the basis for the analytical techniques formation or improvement.
Drogas, castigo y poder pastoral en Ecuador
Authors: Pontón Cevallos Daniel , Jarrín Balarezo María Dolores
Published: October 2023

En Ecuador y en muchos países de América Latina las drogas y la policía han tenido un valor especial en la caracterización de sus instituciones penales. En este sentido, este artículo analizará cómo alrededor de la reforma de la política de drogas del 2015 se evidencia una continuidad de una cultura punitiva que refleja el poder pastora del Estado. A través de un estudio de corte cualitativo, este documento da cuenta de las diversas semánticas del castigo contras las drogas en el lenguaje policial en Ecuador. La reforma punitiva del año 2015 aporta en la comprensión del rol gubernamental de la policía en el ejercicio del poder pastoral del Estado moderno en contextos periféricos.
Jóvenes e interseccionalidad: color de piel, etnia, clase. Zona metropolitana del Valle de México
Authors: Villegas Salas Lilia Irlanda
Published: October 2023

Reseña del libro Jóvenes e interseccionalidad: color de piel, etnia, clase. Zona metropo­litana del Valle de México, de Natividad Gutiérrez Chong (2021). México: UNAM-IIS. Relevante contribución a los estudios de juvenología, derivada de investigación original de punta.
Charles Tilly: sobre violencia colectiva, política contenciosa y cambio social. Castañeda y Schneider (editores)
Authors: Torrealba Méndez Carlos Gabriel
Published: October 2023

La presente es una reseña del libro Charles Tilly: sobre violencia colectiva, política contenciosa y cambio social: Antología selecta coordinado por Ernesto Castañeda y Cathy Lisa Schneider y editado por el Instituto de Investigaciones Sociales de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. En cuanto a la estructura del libro, se incluye, en siete grandes secciones con un total de veintidós capítulos, lo que los editores consideran parte del trabajo más seminal de Tilly siguiendo una propuesta temática de ordenación según prioridades de investigación y publicación en: revoluciones y cambio social; formación del Estado; democratización; desigualdad persistente; violencia colectiva; migración raza y etnicidad, y narrativas y explicaciones.
Estudio comparativo de los gráficos estadísticos en libros de texto chilenos y españoles de primaria
Authors: Cisternas Gabriela , Pallauta Jocelyn D. , Lgueda-Ibarra Macarena
Published: October 2023

El objetivo de este trabajo consiste analizar las situaciones que involucran gráficos estadísticos en los libros de textos escolares españoles y chilenos dirigidos a la educación primaria (6 a 11 años). Se realiza un estudio cualitativo y descriptivo de las situaciones considerando las categorías: tipo de gráfico, propósito del gráfico y nivel de lectura requerido para resolver la situación. El análisis de contenido muestra que los textos chilenos presentan un mayor número de situaciones que involucran gráficos estadísticos. En ambos países predomina el gráfico de barras, pero los textos españoles muestran una mayor variedad de tipos de gráficos conforme se progresa de curso. La mayor parte de los gráficos, en ambos contextos, son utilizados para comunicar información, mientras que los niveles de lectura se centran en la lectura directa, la comparación o la realización de cálculos sencillos. Se concluye que es necesario incorporar situaciones que abarquen de manera progresiva niveles más sofisticados de lectura con la idea de desarrollar una interpretación crítica de los datos de acuerdo con las demandas de la sociedad actual.
MATHEMATICS FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: IMPROVING STUDENTS’ LEARNING THROUGH RICH MATHEMATICAL TASKS STRATEGY
Authors: Saka Adewale Owodunni
Published: October 2023

Mathematics is needed to achieve sustainable development goal 4, which targets inclusive, equitable education cum lifelong learning. Nonetheless, the students’ achievement in senior secondary mathematics is below average. Thus, this study examined the effects of the Rich Task strategy and numerical ability on senior secondary mathematics achievement. The sample comprised 203 pupils from two public senior secondary schools in Ijebu-Ode Local Government Area, Ogun State, selected on purpose. Three data collection instruments are the Mathematics Achievement Test (r = 0.84), the Numerical Ability Test (r = 0.79), and the Treatment Instructional Package. The data collected were analysed with descriptive and inferential statistics at 0.05 significance. The study discovered that the treatment significantly influenced students’ academic achievement, with the Rich Task instructional strategy found to be more effective than the conventional method. The findings also showed that numerical ability significantly impacted academic achievement, with high-ability students outperforming low and medium-ability students. However, there was no significant interaction effect between instructional strategies and numerical ability on students’ academic achievement. The study recommended that teachers employ Rich Task Strategy to meet their students’ different learning requirements and skills, and the implications for achieving sustainable development Goal 4 were identified.
EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: PARTICULARITY IN THE BECOME OF THE ETHICAL MAN
Authors: Panis Aliona
Published: October 2023

The person whose emotional intelligence is well developed will be able to create an environment of trust and honesty, in which reason and competitiveness dominate, who can realize and control their own emotions. Therefore, emotional intelligence and its related components represent concrete ways to optimize the quality of the educational act, emphasizing at the same time its emotional dimension. At the same time, the teacher, in order to become an ethical person, must be able to develop his emotional intelligence to an emotional culture. In this article, the ethical man is analyzed from a historical perspective and in correlation with emotional intelligence. In this context, reference is made to the teaching staff.
MOTIVATIONAL LANDMARKS OF ADOLESCENTS IN THE CONTEXT OF LIFESTYLE AND SOCIAL REALITY - THEORIES, MODELS, VALUES, AND PRACTICES
Authors: COLAREZA CORINA COSTACHE
Published: October 2023

Students are motivated by the desire to satisfy their personal needs to achieve certain individual goals and aspirations. Motivation can vary according to interactions between internal factors (such as individual needs, interests, and values) and external factors. The most difficult practical problem is to understand the nature and quality of motivation in the classroom. Metaphors can help students understand and integrate information in an easier and more meaningful way. A substantial part of Social Psychology stems from the belief that social behaviors are based on people's perception of reality. Learning styles derive from four bipolar dimensions' (David, 2015, p. 204): extravert-introvert, which refers to the capacity to assimilate and analyze information through social interaction. Adolescence is marked by fluctuating levels of self-esteem and the adoption of different attitudes and styles until it stabilizes in youth and adulthood. Willpower comes into play at this stage, representing the subjective and most crucial aspect of self-regulation. Procrastination is often used as a way to cope with anxiety arising from initiating or completing tasks. The origins of the term can be traced back to the Latin word 'pregetare,' meaning to delay, hesitate, or postpone.
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF BUSINESS EDUCATION PROGRAM IN NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES FOR 21ST-CENTURY SKILL ACQUISITION
Authors: Ufondu Chidiebere Christopher , Obi Oluchi Chinazor , Chiedozie Chukwuemeka Favour
Published: October 2023

This study examined digital transformation of business education program for 21st-century skill acquisition in Nigerian universities. Two purposes of the study were employed in this research work. two research questions guided the study and two null hypotheses which were tested at 0.05 level of significance. A descriptive survey design was adopted for the study. The population of the study comprised 34 business educators in universities in Anambra state. The entire population was used for the study since the population is manageable and accessible to the researcher. Hence, there was no sampling The instrument used to collect data for the study was a structured questionnaire with two parts; part A contained items on the demography of respondents and part B contained items on the two research questions under the study. The questions were structured on a 4-point rating scale of Strongly Agree (SA); Agree (A), Disagree (D) and Strongly Disagree. The instrument was validated b three experts, two from the Department of Business Education and one from Measurement and Evaluation. Cronbach Alpha reliability coefficient was used to test consistency of the instrument and a general coefficient of 0.76. Data collected was analyzed using arithmetic mean and standard deviation while t- test was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. When the p value was found to be equal or less than 0.05 alpha levels, the noted difference was said to be significant, therefore, the null hypothesis was be rejected. However, a p value found to be greater than 0.05, the noted difference was insignificant, therefore, the null hypothesis will be accepted. The findings of the study revealed among others that curriculum modernization, administration facilitate 21st century skill acquisition in universities in Anambra state. Based on the findings of the study, the researcher recommended that curriculum planners should revamp the business education curriculum to emphasize experiential learning and real-world application of knowledge and skills by integrating relevant and future-focused content, students can develop the skills required for success in the 21st century. There should be integration of digital literacy into the core curriculum of business education programs by designing courses and learning activities that explicitly incorporate digital tools and technologies relevant to the field, such as data analysis software, project management platforms, and digital marketing tools.
THE REALITY OF PRACTICAL TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR TEACHERS IN LIGHT OF TECHNOLOGICAL DEVELOPMENT AND CONTINUOUS MODERN INNOVATIONS: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES
Authors: Badoi-Hammami Monica
Published: October 2023

To meet labor market demands, teachers must stay updated with technological advancements as technology has become a crucial part of life. To remain relevant, they must engage in specialized training programs. The success of these programs relies on trainees’ basic technological skills. To attain effective educational results, educators must recognize the influence of technological advancements and innovations on the relationship between instructors and students. This study investigated the most successful design techniques for practical teacher training programs in the age of the technological revolution. It recognizes the problems and opportunities associated with adopting new technological developments in educational operations. By analyzing the current state of training programs for teachers, this study seeks to identify the obstacles faced in acquiring modern technological skills and the subsequent benefits to educational systems. In addition, practical recommendations were provided to address these challenges. Furthermore, this study will investigate the main components that should be included in the content of training programs, considering the technical skills expected by both teachers and learners. Drawing from previous studies on teacher training in modern technology, this study hopes to offer unique insights and recommendations for future programs. The opportunities offered by technological developments to enhance the quality and effectiveness of practical training programs have been explored, including online and blended learning, virtual simulation, augmented reality, data-driven assessment, collaboration and communication tools, personalized learning experiences, access to open educational resources, and mobile learning. The integration of these components into practical training programs equips teachers with the skills necessary to effectively integrate technology into their teaching practices, ultimately improving the quality of their education and learning outcomes.
MULTICULTURAL SCHOOLS AND THE INCLUSIVE DIMENSION OF WELL-IMPLEMENTED COMMUNITY PRACTICES ON BOOSTING THE SCHOOL ETHOS
Authors: David-Izvernar Mihaela , Roman Alina Felicia
Published: October 2023

Multicultural schools are not merely schools where students of different ethnic groups or nationalities learn together, but primarily they are schools with an ethos. The facets and characteristics of such schools impact the learning trajectories of students and inclusive practices are the norm there. The effective implementation of such practices, the strategies for keeping the learning environment inclusive, alongside preserving identities and fostering developmental pathways are core values in multicultural schools. The article aims at highlighting the importance of salient features of such schools and the implementation of case studies provides models and frameworks to be observed. Furthermore, a skill set that promotes critical thinking and problem-solving in the context of blended learning, alongside the face-to-face one, are core competences in a multicultural learning environment. The identity construction of each ethnic group needs to blend into an educational environment that fosters unswerving cross-cultural teaching. Inclusion and integration are part of a student-centered approach to teaching, in schools where means and methods are tailored to address the specific needs of the student, turning a dependable child into an autonomous adult, regardless of the diverse socio-economic or cultural backgrounds students come from.
STUDENT LEARNING
Authors: Felea Maria
Published: October 2023

Academic learning illustrates the complex process by which students develop or acquire, as appropriate, knowledge, abilities, competences, skills in order to succeed in an academic environment and, of course, to develop and continuously improve themselves. In this research, several elements related to academic learning have been investigated. The method of investigating the matter of academic learning is the inquiry conducted using the questionnaire as a tool. The sample of subjects consists of one hundred and fifty students from the University “1 Decembrie 1918” of Alba Iulia, year I, II and III of study, from the field of Pedagogy of Primary and Pre-School Education. Among the indicators presented in the questionnaire we can mention a few: the time allocated for study, organizing the learning material, the efficiency of learning, passing exams, the learning style, the success in learning, the failure in learning, etc. The conclusions are drawn based on statistical analysis and confirm the presence of unique elements about academic learning.
MOBBING AMONG ADOLESCENTS: SOCIAL CAUSES, FORMS AND INTENSITY, FAMILY SITUATION, AND PARENTING PRACTICES
Authors: Bican Ovidiu Laurențiu
Published: October 2023

This study focuses on the phenomenon of mobbing among adolescents aged 15 to 16, analyzing its social causes, forms, and intensity of manifestation, as well as family situation and opinions regarding adolescent education and parenting practices. The aim of the research is to develop a model for approaching mobbing and to analyze the results obtained. The study examined the manipulated variables and basic statistical indicators that characterize these variables in the research sample, and the results showed that most students live with both parents and consider their household's financial situation to be similar to that of their friends and classmates. Overall, mobbing represents an important social problem among adolescents and can have significant negative effects on the mental and physical health of its victims. By identifying the causes of mobbing behaviors, this information can be used to develop effective prevention programs in the school environment.
SHADOW EDUCATION IN HONG KONG: THE EFFECTS OF BACKWASH ON HONG KONG SECONDARY STUDENTS
Authors: Cheng Richard Ching Ho
Published: October 2023

Shadow education is a widely discussed topic in Asian countries since this is a popular way of learning for students. In Asian society, parents have invested a lot of money into shadow education, and they hope that their children can stay competitive or climb up the social ladder by getting good grades in public exams. Shadow education becomes a method that some people believe can help students to perform well in the exam, but is this true? In this paper, the focus is on the backwash effects of shadow education, and whether shadow education can help students to perform well in the exam. 12 secondary school students in this study expressed that shadow education can help them in their public exams and it has some positive effects on their overall exam grades. However, there are only a few studies focused on the effects of shadow education on students’ exam performance, and it seems that this area has not been completely discussed in the field of shadow education. As a result, this study hopes to contribute to backwash in shadow education, and whether it can help students to improve their grades in the public exam.
STUDIES ON UNIVERSITY STUDENT ATTITUDE IN DISTANCE EDUCATION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW
Authors: AKSU Zeyneb Uylas , Gülseçen Sevinc
Published: October 2023

In recent years, with the digital transformation, distance education has become a frequently preferred education option. In addition to technological elements, student and teacher factors are very important in distance education. In this study, a systematic review of studies investigating the attitudes and behaviors of university students in distance education was made. Prisma 2020 checklist was followed while reviewing studies. As a result of the reviews, 38 publications were included in this research. In the research, answers to 5 basic questions were sought. The studies compiled according to the researched subjects, the countries conducting the research, the year, the method used, and the data collection methods were listed. In conclusion, the most studied subject among the studies investigating student attitudes toward distance education was online education adopted. The year with the most publications was in the year 2020. This research is a useful guide for studies that want to study student attitudes in distance education.
Establishing a working definition for veterinary care desert
Authors: Bunke Laura , Harrison Scarlett , Angliss Gillian , Hanselmann Rhea
Published: October 2023

OBJECTIVE

To develop a formal definition of veterinary care deserts as guidance for veterinary and animal welfare professionals to easily identify areas with limited access to veterinary care that can be targeted with expansion or implementation of programs and services.

SAMPLE

52 sources relating to veterinary care and 55 sources relating to human resource deserts were reviewed for themes and parameters relating to resource desert definitions and barriers to care. Of these, 37 veterinary and 42 human sources were included to inform the themes and parameters for our definition.

METHODS

We performed a scoping literature review with a focus on veterinary care barriers and definitions of human resource deserts.

RESULTS

The review identified 3 common themes of accessibility (transportation; distance to resource), affordability (owner income or poverty level; cost of care), and availability (density of professionals) that were incorporated into the definition of a veterinary care desert and parameterized at the level of census tracts. A working definition for veterinary care deserts was established as a geographic area where accessible, affordable, and available veterinary care is limited.

CLINICAL RELEVANCE

By consulting publicly available census tract data on accessibility, affordability, and availability, veterinary care providers and organizations can use this definition to identify areas most likely to be experiencing reduced access to veterinary care and target interventions accordingly.
Evaluation of GenDx Protocol for HLA NGS Genotyping Using the Ion Torrent Sequencing Platform
Authors: Ormandjieva A. , Ivanova M.
Published: October 2023

Background:

The Human Major Histocompatibility Complex (HLA) is the most polymorphic region of the human genome and encodes molecules with a central role in antigen-specific immune responses. Class I and class II HLA genes have an important role in bone marrow and solid organ transplantations. HLA typing by Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) provides unambiguous second field or allelic level resolution and, therefore, better matching of donor and recipient and a higher chance of survival for transplanted patients. The aim of this study was to validate GenDx NGS HLA typing protocol for 6 HLA loci (HLA-A, -B, -C, DRB1, -DQB1 and DPB1).

Materials and methods:

240 samples of both bone marrow healthy donors from the Bulgarian Bone Marrow Donors Registry (BBMDR) and bone marrow recipients were sequenced on the Ion Torrent System using the GenDx NGS HLA typing kit, compared to 65 samples from the BBMDR analyzed by Holotype HLA kit (Omixon) and sequenced on the Illumina platform MiniSeq. A number of metrics including allele balance, read length, mappability, coverage and ambiguity were assessed in order to evaluate the GenDx NGS HLA typing protocol. We also investigated haplotype and allele frequencies of class I (HLA-A, -B, -C) and class II (HLA-DRB1, -DQB1 and -DPB1) alleles.

Results:

The results demonstrate the accuracy of this protocol, eliminating almost all ambiguities, providing a reasonable read length of 180, 76% mappability and 1267 depth of coverage on average for all 6 HLA loci. We found that the most frequent alleles for class I are HLA-A*02:01:01 (27,5%), B*51:01:01 (16,5%), C*07:01:01 (16,5%) and class II – DRB1*11:04:01 (14,5%), DQB1*03:01:01 (26,9%) and DPB1*04:01:01 (33,2%) which corresponds with other investigations of the research team on HLA diversity in the Bulgarian population.

Conclusion:

The main advantages of GenDx NGS HLA typing protocol are the shorter time for DNA library preparation and the shorter sequencing time. Phasing ambiguities are also liminated, which is a significant advantage in the clinical environment. The presented data show the suitability of this NGS protocol for clinical practice, especially in HLA typing of donors from Bone Marrow Donors registries.
Analysis of Registered Cases of Acute Flaccid Paralysis in Stara Zagora District as a Part of Polio Eradication Strategy
Authors: Simeonova I. , Mladenova I. , Petrov D.
Published: October 2023

Poliomyelitis is the infection that, after smallpox, is a “serious candidate” for eradication worldwide. In accordance with the WHO strategy for 2022-2026, epidemiological surveillance of acute flaccid paralysis (AFP) is carried out with the aim of poliomyelitis eradication.

The aim

of the study is to determine the risk factors for the occurrence of AFP in children up to 15 years of age and to analyze the effectiveness of the established system for epidemiological surveillance of AFP, in Bulgaria.

Materials and methods.

All cases of AFP for the monitoring period 2012-2021, in Stara Zagora district, were studied. A questionnaire (34 questions) for sociodemographic and lifestyle possible risk factors for developing of AFP was also completed. Retrospective, descriptive and analytic cross-sectional epidemiological methods were applied. The data were analyzed using SPSS Statistics, Version 25.0 (IBM Corp. Armonk, NY, USA) (with Fisher’s exact test).

Results.

There were 81 cases of Facial paralysis only, registered in the Web based system for surveillance of AFP, for Stara Zagora region, and 11 – AFP (without facial paralysis), for the period 2012-2021, in Stara Zagora district (92 in total). The protective factors for developing of AFP from our study were significantly associated to: having no history of paresis or paralysis in the past; absence of trauma; presence of central sewage near the home; absence of contact with animals; absence of consumption of unwashed fruits and vegetables.

Conclusion.

It is very important to carry out systematic surveillance of AFP, in children up to 15 years, with the aim of investigating all cases as part of the Global strategy for the eradication of poliomyelitis; monitoring of the immunization coverage with polio vaccine to maintain a high level; surveillance of the waste and sewage waters, twice during the year in 6 months.
Pilot Study of the Prevalence of Contact Sensitization to Preservatives as Cosmetic Ingredients in Occupational and Educational Exposures
Authors: Lyapina M. , Lyubomirova K. , Kundurzhiev T. , Vizeva M.
Published: October 2023

Aim:

To evaluate the prevalence of contact sensitization to selected preservatives as cosmetic ingredients among cosmeticians and cosmetology students and to identify the most common allergens in occupational and non-occupational exposures.

Materials and methods:

Skin patch testing with formaldehyde, quaternium-15, DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea, methylisothiazolinone + methylchloro-isothiazolinone, iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, methyldibromoglutaronitrile, polyaminopropyl biguanide and paraben mix was performed among 109 participants – 37 cosmetology students, 26 cosmeticians, and 46 individuals – controls, occupationally unexposed to cosmetics. Fisher Exact Test and multiple binary logistic regression analysis were used.

Results:

Formaldehyde was the main contact sensitizer, with significantly higher prevalence of sensitization among the occupationally exposed cosmeticians and cosmetology students if compared to the controls (p = 0.005) [OR = 0.290 (95% CI: 0.092-0.916]). The positivity prevalence to DMDM hydantoin was 11%, with equal rates of sensitization to quaternium-15, methylisothiazolinone + methylchloroisothiazolinone and methyldibromo-glutaronitrile (9.2%). A significantly higher prevalence of co-sensitization to DMDM hydantoin and imidazolidinyl urea was revealed. The positivity rate to quaternium-15 was highest among cosmetology students – 13.5%. The frequency of positive reactions to imidazolidinyl urea was 2.7% for students and 11.5% for cosmeticians. Cosmetology students and cosmeticians were at risk of sensitization to DMDM hydantoin, and the cosmeticians – to methylisothiazolinone/methylchloro-isothiazolinone and methyldibromo glutaronitrile and parabens.

Conclusions:

This study established comparative high prevalence and risk of contact sensitization to the selected preservatives. Proper occupational risk information, developing and disseminating of practical tools for workplace risk assessment and management, with complex programs for prevention of occupational skin diseases should be provided.