bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Country Life and the Teaching of English
Authors: Tremmel Robert
Published: March 2024

This essay examines English teaching practices in American rural schools from 1900-1940, with a special emphasis on rural schools in Iowa. The essay begins with an overview of rural education, focusing first on the “rural school problem” of the early 20th century and going on to discuss the Country Life Movement, a movement that proposed significant reforms for rural education and rural living. A survey of English teaching practices undertaken in the spirit of the Country Life Movement completes the descriptive text. The essay concludes with an assessment of the Country Life Movement and a discussion of its implications for current educational reform in American schools.
Aspects of Literary Response: A New Questionnaire
Authors: Miall David S. , Kuiken Don
Published: March 2024

A newly developed instrument, the Literary Response Questionnaire (LRQ), provides scales that measure seven different aspects of readers’ orientation toward literary texts: Insight, Empathy, Imagery Vividness, Leisure Escape, Concern with Author, Story-Driven Reading, and Rejection of Literary Values. The present report presents evidence that each of these scales possesses satisfactory internal consistency, retest reliability, and factorial validity. Also, a series of five studies provided preliminary evidence that each scale may be located in a theoretically plausible network of relations with certain global personality traits (e.g., Absorption), with aspects of cognitive style (e.g., Regression in the Service of the Ego), and with some of the learning skills that are relevant to effective work in the classroom (e.g., Elaborative Processing). In a variety of teaching and research settings, the LRQ may be a useful measure of individual differences in readers’ orientation toward literary texts.
Educational Guidance. Theoretical and practical challenges
Authors: López Rodríguez del Rey María Magdalena , Inguanzo Ardila Adriana Minelly , Guerra Domínguez Erwin
Published: March 2024

Educational models recognize the way in which human beings face daily life. Thus, they are based on family, school, and community education, which they may have throughout their lives. This prerogative explains that, in contemporary pedagogical practices, educational guidance is incorporated as a quality condition, which rests on the influence that educators can exert in their guidance role or the professional specialized in this educational area. In this sense, the epistemological debate on this topic opens the possibility of analyzing this discipline from a science, technology, and society approach. Therefore, the objective was to characterize the challenges that, from the configuration, methodological, practical, theoretical structure, educational orientation has today. For this, the study was based on the reflection of the authors of some readings that, due to the relevance in the authorship or the delimitation of the objectives, were essential to reach conclusions. In this way, it is evident that educational orientation must be understood as a quality factor of education.
Risk Factors Associated with Production and Reproduction in Dairy Camps (Kuku and Saig) at Khartoum State, Sudan
Authors: Yousif Sundos , El Zubeir Ibtisam
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Lack of awareness about reproductive disorders and their importance in the economic viability of farms in Sudan causes challenges among the majority of small farmholders. The present study was conducted to investigate the risk factors of production and reproduction in Kuku and Saig dairy camps in Khartoum State, Sudan.
Materials and methods: In December 2017, a random selection of 100 farms was carried out. The current cross-sectional study was based on a structural questionnaire and direct interviews with the farm owners.
Results: Vaccination against contagious diseases was practiced in 80% of the farms in the Kuku and Saig dairy camps in Khartoum State, Sudan. Quarantine of sick animals and newly introduced cows to the herd was practiced only in 23% of the farms. The study found a high prevalence of mastitis (95 farms), the spread of tick infestation (86 farms), and theileriosis (53 farms). There have been 58 farms, where animals showed signs of lameness, and 67 farms showed signs of jaundice disease. In the case of selected dairy camps, natural mating was predominant at 98% and bulls from outside the herd accounted for 89% of farms. Besides, 75% of the selected farms suffered from repeat breeders’ syndrome. The culling strategy was used in 86% of the dairy farms. There was a low risk of association between the treatment of diseases by the veterinarian, washing labor’s hands and udders of cows before and after the milking process, and between the type of mating and repeat breeders. In addition, there was a moderate risk of a correlation between the treatment of the disease by the veterinarian and the contact of other species of animals with the cows in the pen, monitoring of estrus and repeat breeders, and abortions and calving intervals. Moreover, a high risk of correlation was obtained between the isolation of animals and the use of vaccination.
Conclusion: Control of the disease was unsatisfactory, especially in the Saig camp, with traditional basis management. Hence it is highly recommended to train the farm workers, improve their management, and enhance the animals’ health level.
Effect of a Single Injection of GnRH Analog Alone and at the Time of AI on Reproductive Performance of Nili Ravi Buffaloes
Authors: Binyameen Muhammad , Imran Muhammad , Waseem Muhammad , Anwar Saba , Tahir Hina , Azam Burhan , Tauseef Muhammad Asim , Saleem Muhammad
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) is a decapeptide hormone released from basal neurons of the hypothalamus. It stimulates the production of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH)  in the pituitary. The objective of the study was to evaluate the effect of a single injection of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) analog at the time of artificial insemination (AI) on buffalo estrus, conception, pregnancy, and calving rate.
Materials and methods: The anestrus nulliparous Nili Ravi buffalo heifers (n=80) were divided into 4 groups randomly. Group A (n=20) received only a single injection of GnRH analog at start of the experiment (Day 0), group B (n=20) received a single injection of GnRH analog at Day 0 and prostaglandine (PGF2α) at Day 7, group C (n=20) received progesterone sponge for 7 days, and group D (n=20) received progesterone sponge for 7 days and PGF2α at Day 9. In 2nd study, buffaloes (n=60) expressing first (n=20), second (n=20), and third (n=20) postpartum estrus were enrolled. Moreover, heifers (n=20), expressing estrus first time were also included. Animals (n=10) from each group, received a single injection of GnRH analog at the time of AI were named as treatment group and the control (n=10) did not receive any treatment. Pregnancy tests were performed with the help of ultrasound on days 35 and 65 post-AI.
Results: The pregnancy and calving rates were lower in GnRH group compared to other treatments. Similarly, the administration of GnRH analog did not increase pregnancy rates in treatment groups.
Conclusion: The single injection of GnRH analog alone at the time of AI did not improve the reproductive performance of buffaloes.
Resistance of Gastrointestinal Nematodes to Anthelmintics in Sheep Production in Zimbabwe
Authors: Mushonga Alice N. , Washaya Soul , Nyamushamba Godfrey B
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Sheep play a crucial role in enhancing the socio-economic welfare of individuals in numerous nations. Within sub-Saharan Africa, productivity levels are hindered by various factors, such as prevalent diseases, inadequate nutrition, climate variations, predators, severe weather, as well as infestations of both external and internal parasites. The purpose of the present study was to assess the extent of anthelmintic resistance (AR) observed on a sheep farm operating for commercial purposes in Zimbabwe.
Materials and methods: Forty female weaner Dorper sheep, averaging 43 kg in body weight, were selected from Ballineety commercial sheep farm in Mashonaland Central, Zimbabwe. These sheep were then divided into four groups of ten each, receiving different treatments including ivermectin, albendazole, levamisole, and no treatment as a control. Each treatment was administered according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. Pre-treatment faecal samples (day zero) and post-treatment (day 14) were collected and subjected to the Faecal Egg Count Reduction Test (FECRT).  Anthelminthic resistance was suggested (AR) by the presence of faecal eggs after treatment.
Results: All the drugs indicated a decrease in egg counts by less than 90%. The effectiveness of ivermectin, albendazole, and levamisole was measured at 58.5%, 70.1%, and 85.8% respectively. These findings indicate that nematodes have developed resistance to all treatments. The larval cultures of the samples before and after treatment indicated a significant presence of Haemonchus spp. in the pooled samples. In contrast, the quantities of Trichostrongylus spp. and Oesophagostomum spp. were low but present in all treatments. Cooperia spp. was recovered in post-treatment larval cultures of groups that received anthelmintic. The present study reports lower-than-expected efficacy for ivermectin, albendazole, and levamisole based on the reduction of egg excreted post-treatment.
Conclusion: A common worms population in sheep are AR in the current study area. Therefore, comprehensive nematode management programs along with complementary eradication strategies are essential for sustainable sheep production.
Robotic Hand Solution for Impaired Hands
Authors: Zamel Abdellatif , Prasetyo Judhi
Published: March 2024

Hand disabilities can limit individuals from achieving the full range of finger movements seen in typical human hands, rendering some unable to grasp objects effectively. In response, this project introduces a portable 5 Degree of Freedom (DOF) robotic hand. It serves to amplify the limited flexion range of an impaired hand, expanding it to match the completely normal range of motion found in a robotic hand. This innovative solution is designed to attach to the palm of the impaired hand and is controlled by a glove equipped with five flex sensors. These sensors precisely measure the angles of finger bends and translate them into appropriate servo motor angles, facilitating enhanced dexterity for the user.
Numerical Analysis of the Coal Mixture Composition Effects on Combustion and Gas Emissions in CFB Boiler
Authors: Santoso  , Fauzun
Published: March 2024

The combustion system in the CFB boiler had a high complexity, in order to identify and understand the combustion process that occurs in the CFB boiler, CFD analysis was applied. This study was conducted to analyze the combustion and gas emissions produced in a CFB boiler with several variations of coal mixture. Coal particles injected into the furnace were modeled with DPM, specifically the Euler-Lagrange approach. The coal used came from two coal mining industries and mixed with the percentages of 20% : 80%, 30% : 70% and 40% : 60%. The amounts and conditions of combustion air and coal had been determined. The simulation process in the CFB boiler was carried out at a maximum load (110 MWe) without involving bed material. The results showed that the energy and combustion temperature produced in the mixture of 20% : 80% reached the highest value, the mixture of 40% : 60% produced the highest concentration of H2O and produced the lowest concentrations of CO2, O2, NO and SO2. On the other hand, the distribution of pressure and gas velocity had relatively the same value in each mixture. This could be caused by the characteristics of coal mixture, the amount of air and coal injected, and the absence of bed material.
Molecular Dynamics Studies of The Effects of Copper on The Mechanical Properties of Aluminum
Authors: Rudianto Haris , Haryadi Deni
Published: March 2024

In this research, molecular dynamics (MD) simulations were performed to model the effects of copper content on aluminum properties. Copper has a low solubility in aluminum. Therefore, the main purpose of this research is to study the influence of copper content (Cu) on the mechanical properties of aluminum. Modeling and simulation of nano indentation and uniaxial tension tests were carried out to observe the mechanical properties under the conditions of copper content starting from 0.5 up to 10wt% at 300oK. The interactions between the atoms of aluminum and copper were modeled using Embedded Atom Method (EAM) potentials. The calculation showed that a higher amount of copper increased the tensile strength of aluminum, and in this research,10wt% copper gave the highest tensile strength. But when it comes to the nano indentation test to determine hardness value, it showed that 1wt% copper gave the highest hardness, it assumes that this is related to localization of nano indentation test position optimum formation of intermetallic aluminum-copper, Al2Cu on a certain area.
Analisis Dana Perimbangan dan Pendapatan Asli Daerah terhadap Belanja Daerah di Kabupaten Mamasa
Authors: Sumarni Sumarni , Baharuddin Baharuddin , Y Sabandar Sita
Published: March 2024

Pesatnya perkembangan daerah dengan berkembangnya kegiatan perpajakan/fiskal yang memerlukan alokasi dana dari pemerintah daerah merupakan pengeluaran yang wajar dan pembangunan yang membutuhkan ketersediaan dana dalam jumlah yang besar untuk mendanai kegiatan tersebut. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis Dana Perimbangan yaitu DAU, DAK, DBH terhadap Belanja Daerah dan untuk menganalisis Pendapatan Asli Daerah terhadap Belanja Daerah. Dana Perimbangan adalah dana yang bersumber dari pendapatan APBN yang dialokasikan kepada Daerah sedangkan Pendapatan Asli Daerah adalah sumber pendapatan daerah. Metode penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif deskriptif di mana data dikumpulkan melalui data. Sampel yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah data Laporan Realisasi DAU, DAK, DBH, PAD, dan Belanja Daerah tahun 2019-2023 yang diambil per bulan sebanyak 60 data. Data kemudian akan dianalisis dengan metode regresi berganda yang sudah memenuhi uji asumsi klasik. Hasil dari penelitan ini adalah DAU dan DAK tidak berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap Belanja Daerah Kabupaten Mamasa, sedangkan DBH dan PAD berpengaruh secara signifikan terhadap Belanja Daerah Kabupaten Mamasa.
Used Car Customer Segmentation Using K-Means Clustering Model With SPSS Program: Case Study Caroline.Id
Authors: Farhan Muhammad , Heikal Jerry
Published: March 2024

This study discusses the use of K-Means clustering algorithm to determine market segmentation and prepare targeted marketing strategies. The process involves grouping customer data based on various factors such as transmission type, customer satisfaction, payment method, and branches. After grouping the data, the initialization stage is carried out by providing an initial number, and then the clustering process is carried out. The resulting clusters are analyzed to identify different customer profiles and needs. With an in-depth understanding of each segmentation, companies can develop specific and targeted marketing strategies for each customer group. Additionally, this study discusses the construction of a brand persona by identifying the target audience, understanding their needs and wants, creating a character profile, and compiling a brand persona document that includes all the important information. The customized brand persona can then be used in the development of online value proposition and marketing strategies.
Behavior-Based Safety Analysis with Unsafe Action and Unsafe Condition in Cadets at The General Workshop of Medan Aviation Polytechnic
Authors: Wardani Ivana , Nur Fauziah , Tri Pasa Inda , Tommy Hutabarat Liber , Sukarwoto Sukarwoto
Published: March 2024

This study aims to analyze the implementation of Behavior Safety (BBS) and identify factors related to Unsafe Actions and Unsafe Conditions in cadets at the General Workshop of Medan Aviation Polytechnic. The research method used was survey and observation, involving the active participation of cadets as respondents. Data were collected through questionnaires and direct observation of behaviors and conditions that could pose risks in the work environment. The results of the analysis showed that the implementation of BBS had a positive impact in increasing cadets' awareness and compliance with safety procedures. However, the findings also identified a high number of Unsafe Actions, such as inappropriate use of personal protective equipment or negligence in following safety procedures. In addition, Unsafe Conditions were also detected in several areas, such as unsuitability of work equipment and lack of preventive maintenance. This research provides in-depth insight into the factors causing Unsafe Actions and Unsafe Conditions so that concrete corrective measures can be taken to improve safety at the General Workshop of Medan Aviation Polytechnic. The implication of this research is expected to contribute to the development of a more effective security policy and improved work safety for cadets in carrying out activities in the workshop environment.
Risk Analysis of E-Procurement Process of EPC Construction Project Based On Risk Management
Authors: Gusti Andaru Raditya , Wahyu Adi Tri Joko
Published: March 2024

EPC project performance is affected by the relation between work processes. E-procurement implemented as a tool to mitigate procurement process risk gives a positive effect and residual risk that needs to be managed further. This research aims to analyze the e-procurement process risk and identify the root causes of critical risks.  Data is collected using Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and a questionnaire by 41 e-procurement practitioners from 5 (five) Indonesian construction state-owned enterprises (BUMN). There are 116 risks identified from 22 e-procurement steps, of which three risks are determined as critical risks based on Risk Priority Number analysis, with delay of material requisition document as the highest RPN risk. Fault Tree Analysis identifies that several failure modes, such as miscalculation, misallocation of workforce, and payment issues cause the critical risk. Preparing an in-house engineering team to support the calculation process can mitigate two critical risks at the same time. Risk mitigation causes a residual risk that needs further assessment to determine the proper response.
Improving Employee Performance through the Influence of Organizational Justice, Job Satisfaction, and Organizational Commitment (A Study at the Population and Civil Registration Office of Manokwari Regency)
Authors: Sampebunga Mince , Budiman Budiman
Published: March 2024

This research aims to analyze strategies for improving the performance of Manokwari Regency Population and Civil Registration Service employees through the influence of Organizational Justice, Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment. This research uses a quantitative approach with analytical survey methods. The data used is primary data obtained from distributing questionnaires to the entire population of 50 people. The analytical method used in this research is inferential statistics using multiple linear regression analysis tools using SPSS 21 software. The results of the research show that Organizational Justice, Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment can have a positive and significant effect, partially or simultaneously, on the performance of employees in the service. Population and Civil Registration of Manokwari Regency.
Energi Bersih Dan Terjangkau Dalam Mewujudkan Tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs)
Authors: Puspita Dheti
Published: March 2024

Latar Belakang : Indonesia memiliki banyak potensi energi baru dan terjangkau. Seiring perkembangan zaman pertumbuhan penduduk Indonesia meningkat sehingga kebutuhan energi yang diperlukan juga meningkat. Kebutuhan energi primer telah menyebabkan perubahan ekosistem karena untuk mendapatkan bahan sumber energi primer dari fosil (minyak bumi, batubara, dan gas alam) dilakukan penambangan yang mengakibatkan kerusakan lingkungan. Oleh karena itu, Indonesia harus memanfaatkan potensi-potensi energi yang dimiliki guna mengupayakan tujuan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan (SDGs) yaitu pada tujuan ke tujuh Energi Bersih dan Terjangkau. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode kepustakaan (library research).
Tujuan : Untuk mengetahui potensi sumber energi bersih dan terjangkau dalam mewujudkan tujuan pembangunan berkelanjutan (SDGs) yang telah diagendakan PBB tahun 2030.
Metode : Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kepustakaan.
Hasil     : Energi bersih dan terjangkau dalam mewujudkan tujuan SDGs.
Kesimpulan : potensi sumber energi bersih dan terjangkau dalam mewujudkan tujuan pembangunan berkelanjutan (SDGs)
Perancangan Sistem Informasi Pengelolaan Kelas Berbasis WEB Di Gedung Maroko
Authors: Sarimah Sarimah , Maiyana Efmi
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan merancang Sistem Informasi Pengelolaan Kelas Berbasis WEB di Gedung Maroko untuk mengatasi permasalahan dalam mencari kelas kosong dan kekurangan fasilitas dalam pembelajaran. Penelitian difokuskan untuk mendeskripsikan perencanaan, perancangan, serta hasil. Data diperoleh dari hasil wawancara mahasiswa, dosen, karyawan sebagai data pendukung sumber utama dan observasi langsung tentang pengelolaan kelas.  Perancangan ini berbasis WEB dengan memakai XAMPP. Dalam menyusun rancangan menggunakan tahapan-tahapan sesuai dengan model pengembangan waterfall. Hasil dari penelitian ini menawarkan solusi terhadap kesulitan pengelolaan kelas di Gedung Maroko dengan harapan mempermudah proses pengelolaan secara efisien dalam lingkungan Pendidikan
Sterile abscess formation with two different GnRH analogues: Three case reports
Authors: Karacan Küçükali Gülin , Özalkak Şervan , Peltek Kendirci Havva Nur , Bostancı İlknur , Savaş Erdeve Şenay , Çetinkaya Semra
Published: March 2024

Gonadotropin-releasing hormone analogues (GnRHa) have been used safely for many years in the treatment of precocious puberty. Although rare, pain, swelling, and erythema at the injection site are known local side effects in patients receiving GnRHa treatment and are temporary. Sterile abscess development is also one of the rare local side effects. Here, we present three cases of treatment failure due to the development of sterile abscesses after GnRHa therapy.
Sterile abscesses developed in three girls who were followed up with a diagnosis of precocious/progressive puberty respectively in 4., 12. and 5. doses of GnRHa treatment. In the first case, a sterile abscess recurred despite the therapy being switched to another preparation. We had to follow up without treatment in three of our cases.
Although sterile abscess is a rare side effect, it is essential as it causes patients to be left untreated. In these cases, the drug’s active substance accumulates in the localization at the sterile abscess and cannot be absorbed, so it cannot enter the systemic circulation. Therefore, puberty cannot be suppressed. Also, a remaining scar is annoying for patients and their families.
Fiqh, Revelation, and the Quest for Renewal: Perspectives on Conceptualization, Foundations, and Objectives.
Authors: Haddi Kacem , Ebrish Salam
Published: March 2024

The call for the renewal of jurisprudence and its issues, one of the most important issues that scholars have been interested in ancient and modern, whether in its deductive or downloadable dimension, which made jurisprudence respond to all issues and calamities through the centuries and successive periods with time, and this interest in jurisprudence and its issues continues to this day people, and since jurisprudence includes all aspects of religious, social and economic life, it was necessary for jurists and scholars to take into account the changes, and understand the circumstances and circumstances, in an effort to download the legal ruling according to the will of God Almighty. On this basis, the article shed light on the concepts related to the renewal of jurisprudence and its issues on the one hand, and determine the nature of the relationship between jurisprudence and revelation on the other hand, with a statement of the foundations of jurisprudential deduction and how to deal with the texts of revelation, as well as highlighting the importance of jurisprudential renewal, in addition to mentioning models of contemporary jurisprudential calamities, in order to find appropriate solutions to them, because some jurisprudential calamities "such as organ transplantation" were not known by jurisprudence before, and this is what was confirmed by the scholar Muhammad Al-Taweel, may God have mercy on him, where he said: "This situation is a novelty that Islamic jurisprudence has not known, and there are no texts and calamities in its heritage with these specifications that indicate that it is permissible or expressly prohibited." Therefore, the absence of the correct explicit text in emerging issues in Islamic jurisprudence opens the door for scholars to ijtihad and find appropriate solutions to contemporary jurisprudential calamities, and this does not necessarily mean that scholars agree on these issues, as they may agree or disagree, based on their ijtihad and rooting of these calamities.
Терновый сок — доказанная польза и особенности употребления вкусного напитка
Authors: Шелестун Анна  , Елисеева Татьяна
Published: March 2024

Терн, или терновник, — невысокий кустарник с колючими веточками, часто использующийся в ландшафтном дизайне в качестве оригинальной живой изгороди. Пользуются особой популярностью и ягоды растения — как в области кулинарии, так и среди почитателей народной медицины. Небольшие, похожие на маленькие сливы сине-черные чуть терпковатые с ярко выраженной кислинкой плоды терновника, которые иногда называют козлиными ягодами, используют в качестве оригинальных начинок для пирогов, натуральных и безопасных для здоровья пищевых красителей. Также из них варят разнообразные джемы и варенья, готовят наливки и компоты, применяют для приготовления знаменитого в Англии тернового джина, а еще отжимают вкусный и очень полезный фреш. Сок терновника относится к категории весьма целебных напитков и, как утверждают специалисты, при систематическом и правильном употреблении он помогает решить многие проблемы со здоровьем.
Рябиновый сок: доказанная польза для организма и рекомендации по употреблению
Authors: Шелестун Анна  , Елисеева Татьяна
Published: March 2024

Деревья с эффектными ярко-красными гроздьями ягод часто можно увидеть на приусадебных участках. Объясняется такая популярность растений не только их красотой и привлекательностью, но и знаменитыми экзотерическими свойствами. С давних времен рябина считалась сильным оберегом. Наши предки ее высаживали вблизи домов для защиты жилища и его обитателей от нечистой силы, пожаров, незваных гостей, а также для привнесения в семью достатка и благополучия. Но далеко не все почитатели рябины знают, что кроме загадочных магических свойств она обладает и вполне реальными оздоровительными. Особенно полезными для здоровья, по мнению специалистов, являются ярко-красные гроздья ягод, целебные качества которых часто применяют и в современной народной медицине.  Из них в осенне-зимний период заготавливают освежающий квас, готовят вкусные компоты и отвары, джемы и желе, а также отжимают богатый витаминами и разнообразными полезными веществами рябиновый сок.
An Investigation of the Effect of Service Quality on Customer Satisfaction: A Case of Zanaco Bank
Authors: Muchimba Chrislay Michelo , Sinkala Muchemwa
Published: March 2024

The key to surviving in a global market is to focus on quality of service to customers. Every organization should focus on providing quality service to its customers. ZANACO Bank has implemented several service quality features and systems such as: B. changing the interior design of bank buildings, investing in technologies and bringing services closer to customers through ZANACO express agents, mobile banking and opening new branches. Therefore, the study examined the impact of service quality on customer satisfaction using ZANACO Bank as an example. A survey of 397 customers of ZANACO Bank was conducted at the main branch in Lusaka. The study used descriptive and causal designs. The study analyzed the data by determining frequencies, percentages, and means, and the study used Spearman correlation analysis to determine the effect. The study found that the service quality attributes important to bank customers were prompt customer support, politeness of bank employees, accuracy of bank transactions, security of banking services, customer support, convenient business hours, reliability of banking services and affordability (cost) of services. The study found that banks' responsiveness, accuracy, reliability and empathy have a significant impact on customer satisfaction, while tangible attributes have little or no impact on customer satisfaction. Customer satisfaction had a strong positive effect on customer loyalty, with a correlation coefficient of 0.9264, statistically significant at a p-value of 0.0001. The study therefore recommended that: Banks should focus more on reliability, security, empathy and responsiveness to increase customer satisfaction; Offering incentives such as reducing bank fees; and the use of customer loyalty programs to remain competitive.
Factors Influencing Income Smoothing Practice Among Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
Authors: Mutinda Maria Mbula
Published: March 2024

This research aims to assess the factors influencing income smoothing practices among manufacturing firms in Kenya. Income smoothing, a financial management strategy used by organizations, intentionally manipulates reported earnings to achieve stable and predictable financial performance. This practice, driven by management incentives and regulatory frameworks, impacts decision-making processes and stakeholder perceptions. This study examines income smoothing practices among manufacturing firms in Kenya and recognizes the unique challenges they face, including fluctuating raw material costs and evolving regulatory environments. Based on theoretical frameworks such as agency theory and signaling theory as well as empirical findings, the factors that influence income smoothing behavior are examined. The most important influencing factors include regulatory frameworks, management incentives, industry competition and economic conditions. The study shows that during economic volatility, companies tend to adopt income smoothing measures to increase stakeholder confidence, while regulatory changes such as the introduction of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) increase transparency and reduce income smoothing. In addition to the compensation structures for executives, competitive pressure and access to capital markets also shape income smoothing practices. Understanding these influencing factors provides insights into the dynamics of income smoothing and its impact on financial transparency and decision-making in the manufacturing sector in Kenya.
Neutrophil/Lymphocytes Ratio and Haemoglobin Electrophoretic Pattern in an Undergraduate Student’s Population Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Authors: Jacob Ransom Baribefii , Ndamati Chioma Favour , Christian Serekara Gideon , Eze Evelyn Mgbeoma , Adias Teddy Charles
Published: March 2024

Neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio (NLR) is a very cheap and accurate method of accessing inflammation and is fast emerging as a prognostic biomarker in many diseases. This study determines the Neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio and haemoglobin electrophoretic patterns in an undergraduate student’s population at Rivers State University, Port Harcourt, Nigeria. One hundred and fifty (150) undergraduate students aged between 17 and 30 years old were recruited for the study. Five millimeters (5ml) of venous blood was collected from each participants into ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA) vacutainer bottle for the determination of haemoglobin genotype using cellulose acetate electrophoresis method while the neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio was calculated from neutrophil and lymphocyte values obtained from BC 5000 Mindray Hematology Auto-Analyzer. The results obtained showed that the mean±SD value of Neutrophil/Lymphocyte ratio was 1.21 ± 0.07 for male and 1.14 ± 0.06 for female participants with both within normal reference ranges and with no significant difference (p=0.4692). 100 (66.7%) subjects had haemoglobin genotype AA (HbAA) out of which 48 (32%) male, 52 (34.7%) female while 50 (33.3%) participants had haemoglobin genotype AS (HbAS) of which 24 (16%) male, 26 (17.3%) female. No haemoglobin genotype SS/SC (HbSS/HbSC) traits were seen in the study population. Furthermore, results also showed that haemoglobin genotype and sex had no effects on the neutrophil/lymphocyte ratio (p=0.05). This study shows a 66.7%, 33.3%, and 0% expression for HbAA, HbAS, and HbSS/HbSC, respectively, and that the Neutrophil/Lymphocyte ratio is within the normal reference range. Further studies to include other haemoglobin variants such as haemoglobin SS (HbSS) and haemoglobin SC (HbSC) is recommended.
The Influence of Exchange Rate Fluctuation on Foreign Direct In-vestment in Nigeria (1986-2022)
Authors: Udoinyang Nathan , Udoinyang Nsikan
Published: March 2024

Using yearly data series spanning 36 years, from 1986 to 2021, the research empirically evaluates the influence of exchange rate fluctuation on foreign direct investment in Nigeria. The study’s objectives were focus on examining the extent of exchange rate volatility in Nigeria and ways by which exchange rate volatility impact on foreign direct investment in Nigeria. Secondary source of data was employed from world development indicator (WDI) and central bank of Nigeria (CBN). Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) were employed and the GARCH (1, 1) model was used in investigating the model built and were analyzed using multicollinearity with the use of Augmented Dickey-Fuller (ADF) test to verify that the variables are stationary in order to make sure the estimated results are not erroneous. Findings from the study shows that real exchange rate volatility (REERVOL) has a long-term and short-term detrimental impact on FDI and negative long- and short-term interest rate coefficients demonstrate that an unfavorable interest rate exacerbates the already diminishing foreign direct investment (FDI) flows to Nigeria as a result of REERVOL. The policy was recommended for improving FDI through effective exchange rate management.
The CoP Theory in Reading Enhancement Programme(REP) from Pragmatic Lens of Language Development
Authors: Estremera Michael
Published: March 2024

The Community of Practice (CoP) theory is principally anchored on active involvement of members of the community with one common shared purpose. They foster camaraderie and preform a common practice. In applied linguistics, CoP is a less explored area of language learning. By highlighting the benefits of CoP, school administrators will be able to solicit active involvement from stakeholders. A phenomenological approach was adopted to investigate the independent and dependent variables under qualitative research design. One hundred five L2 learners and 2 teacher participants served as a bridge to offer philosophical findings to the framed RQs. Features such as consultation conferences, orientation to the internal and external stakeholders and commitment to the school-based intervention are the essential features of CoP and REP. Presence of parents, donation of instructional materials, reading follow-up at home, financial support of LGU & NGO as well as close monitoring of school administrator paved the way for the increase in the academic performances. Researcher concludes that CoP theory has been found efficient in implementing REP incorporating principles of pragmatism to language development.
Examining the Association of Sexual Health Knowledge and Sexual Attitude of Filipino College Students
Authors: Dela Torre Aijeane L. , Dacillo Hanah Bianca B. , Babao Angelina D. , Batiancila Marian Joy Q.
Published: March 2024

This study aims to uncover the association between sexual health knowledge and sexual attitude, explore the various factors, and evaluate its significance in today’s generation. There are a total of 328 individuals who participated in this study comprising first year to fourth year level of students from University of Mindanao Digos College. This study is quantitative and employs a descriptive-predictive research design. Using the Shapiro-Wilk test, to test the normality; however, the test did not show if the continuous variables have a normal distribution by assumption. Mean and Standard Deviation were used to test the levels of both variables, results showed that level of sexual health knowledge among participants is moderate and level of sexual attitudes of college students was marked neutral. Where in the results revealed that general sexual attitude has an inversely positive relationship with reproductive health, contraception, condom use, has a positive correlation with HIV/AIDS, but has no relationship with Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD). Moreover, personal sexual attitude has no significant relationship with reproductive health, but has a very weak positive relationship contraception, condom use, has a weak positive relationship with STD and HIV/AIDS.
Teachers’ Perception on Implementing the Revised Lower Secondary Curriculum in Selected Schools in Uganda: A Focus on Emerging Issues and Coping Strategies
Authors: Wambi Moses , Ocheng Teophira Kagoire , Were David , Buluma Alfred , Tusiime Wycliff Edwin , Balituumye Michael
Published: March 2024

This study explored teachers’ perception on the implementation of Comptency-based Curriculum (CBC) in lower secondary schools in Uganda that was rolled out in 2020. The shift from the Knowledge-Based Curriculum (KBC) to CBC caused a cultural shock to those who had been nurtured in a purely teacher-centred curriculum! Teachers got challenged over their authority and autonomy in the delivery of instruction. Discussion was centred on teachers’ readiness to implement; pedagogical competences to plan, facilitate and assess CBC. In this phenomenological study, data was collected from 12 randomly selected secondary schools in urban, semi-urban and rural areas of Uganda. The population comprised teachers of Lower Secondary, Directors of Studies and Headteachers. Data was analyzed qualitatively through codes and themes and reported thematically, backed with verbatim quotations and statements from participants. Majority of the teachers were struggling with gaps in planning and content delivery, CBC stimulated hands-on-learning, teachers’ preparedness was considerably low due to lack of prior training, ICT integration was still an uphill task, majority of teachers were still stuck to traditional methodologies. CBC is too demanding and ambitious! NCDC should, therefore, design retooling packages for continuous capacity building, schools should promote peer mentorship, collaboration and Network initiatives.
Filantropi dalam Konteks Akuisisi Bahan Pustaka
Authors: Hafsah Misshuari Dinda , Rohyanti Zulaikha Sri
Published: March 2024

Isu utama dalam setiap organisasi, termasuk perpustakaan, adalah anggaran. Keterbatasan anggaran dapat menghambat proses akuisisi bahan pustaka. Salah satu solusi adalah melalui sumbangan, yang bisa dikaitkan dengan konsep filantropi. Beberapa tahun terakhir, filantropi telah menjadi partner penting dalam mendukung misi perpustakaan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan hubungan antara filantropi dan akuisisi bahan pustaka. Metode pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dan studi kepustakaan digunakan dalam penelitian ini untuk menginterpretasikan filantropi dalam konteks akuisisi bahan pustaka sebagai konsep di mana individu atau kelompok institusi memberikan sumbangan kepada perpustakaan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa filantropi dalam kegiatan akuisisi bahan pustaka memiliki keterkaitan bahkan menjadi salah satu cara dalam menghadapi hambatan yang terjadi dalam proses akuisisi bahan pustaka yang terkendala akibat anggaran atau biaya. Dengan dukungan filantropi, perpustakaan dapat mengakuisisi bahan pustaka yang mungkin tidak dapat diperoleh melalui anggaran rutin, sehingga bisa memperkaya pengetahuan dan sumber daya bagi pengguna perpustakaan.
Considerações acerca de certa presença spinozista na obra de Laurent Bove e Mark Fisher
Authors: Cassiano Gomes Leite Carlos
Published: March 2024

Este artigo pretende abordar as contribuições contemporâneas dos pensadores Laurent Bove e Mark Fisher, os quais, cada um à sua maneira, reivindicam a atualidade e a efetividade de certos conceitos e noções do filósofo seiscentista Benedictus Spinoza (1632 – 1677). Em Laurent Bove, a fundamentação e a disseminação de uma clínica política, ao mesmo tempo singular e social, se desdobram sob a relação entre conatus e liberdade, sempre correspondendo às regras afetivas e intelectuais do projeto autônomo da multidão, tal como formulado por Spinoza. Mark Fisher, por sua vez, partindo do conceito spinozano de entidade, produz uma articulação conceitual entre materialismo gótico e cyberspinozismo que visa à criação de um corpo coletivo, imanente e antagônico à tirania do capitalismo financeiro. Além disso, alicerçado na teoria dos afetos de Spinoza, desenvolve uma análise ética do seu tempo que também pretende ser um chamado à ação política. Finalmente, este trabalho objetiva esclarecer o que há de comum entre os dois autores, a saber, a aposta na ação política como potência que carrega consigo uma força constituinte inalienável, além de discutir como essa característica reafirma a pertinência de mantermos um diálogo sempre atento e vibrante com a filosofia de Spinoza.
PENGARUH PENGGUNAN VIDEO PEMBELAJARAN OTEK-OTEKAN GANGSA GONG KEBYAR TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR KETERAMPILAN MEMAINKAN ALAT MUSIK TRADISIONAL PADA PESERTA DIDIK KELAS VIII DI SMP NEGERI 1 SELEMADEG BARAT
Authors: Indrawan I Nyoman , Widyarto Rinto , Yulianti Ni Ketut Dewi
Published: March 2024

Salah satu tujuan pendidikan adalah untuk mengembangkan potensi dan keterampilan peserta didik. Hal tersebut perlu mendapat perhatian yang lebih oleh setiap pendidik, agar selalu berusaha menciptakan suasana kelas yang kondusif, menarik dan tidak membosankan bagi peserta didik, sehingga peserta didik menjadi lebih antusias dan aktif dalam pembelajaran, salah satu caranya yaitu dengan menggunakan media video pembelajaran. Video pembelajaran otek-otekan Gangsa Gong Kebyar sangat tepat digunakan untuk menilai hasil belajar keterampilan pada mata pelajaran seni budaya materi ajar memainkan alat musik tradisional, karena Gong Kebyar merupakan alat musik tradisional, khususnya alat musik tradisional Bali. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh penggunaan video pembelajaran terhadap hasil belajar keterampilan pada peserta didik kelas VIII di SMP Negeri 1 Selemadeg Barat. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode eksperimen, dengan desain penelitian One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini antara lain tes praktek untuk mengetahui hasil belajar keterampilan peserta didik, observasi untuk mengamati proses aktivitas belajar memainkan alat musik tradisional dan teknik angket untuk mengetahui respon siswa terhadap faktor penghambat dan pendukung proses belajar dengan menggunakan video pembelajaran. Hasil penelitian sesuai dengan uji hipotesis yang dilakukan dalam mencari pengaruh penggunaan video pembelajaran otek-otekan Gangsa Gong Kebyar terhadap hasil belajar keterampilan memainkan alat musik tradisional pada peserta didik kelas VIII menunjukan bahwa hasil t-hitung lebih besar daripada t-tabel dengan perolehan nilai t-hitung = 19,76993 > t-tabel = 1,99897, maka kesimpulannya adalah Ha diterima yaitu adanya pengaruh video pembelajaran otek-otekan Gangsa Gong Kebyar terhadap hasil belajar keterampilan memainkan alat musik tradisional.
ANALISIS PROSES PEMBELAJARAN DARING MASA COVID-19 PADA GURU SENI BUDAYA DI SMP 8 DENPASAR
Authors: Yunita Ni Ketut Vira , Dewi Ni Made Liza Anggara
Published: March 2024

Corona Virus Disease (Covid-19) merupakan virus yang sedang menyerang dunia dan dan juga Indonesia sehingga membawa dampak bagi semua kehidupan manusia. Bidang Pendidikan merupakan bagian dari kehidupan manusia yang juga terkena dampak dari serangan virus ini. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana proses pembelajaran daring di masa pandemi covid-19 dan juga factor pendukung serta penghambat pendidik dalam melaksanakan pembelajaran daring. Penelitian dilakukan di SMP Negeri 8 Denpasar, dimana penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Subjek yang diambil dalam penelitian ini adalah tenaga pendidik SMP Negeri 8 Denpasar. Teknik pengumpulan data yakni berupa angket terbuka, wawancara, pengamatan dan penelusuran pustaka daring dengan analisis data kualitatif deskriptif.
Navigating the Terrain: Scaling Challenges and Opportunities in AI/ML Infrastructure
Authors: Carrasco Ramírez José Gabriel , Islam Md.Mafiqul
Published: March 2024

Navigating the complexities of scaling AI/ML infrastructure unveils a terrain rife with challenges and opportunities. This exploration delves into the multifaceted landscape, addressing key aspects such as resource expansion, data management, parallel processing, algorithmic optimization, orchestration, monitoring, streamlined pipelines, automation, financial considerations, and security. By embracing innovation and resilience, organizations can effectively harness the potential of AI and ML technologies while mitigating scalability hurdles.
Federated Learning Architecture: Design, Implementation, and Challenges in Distributed AI Systems
Authors: Shanmugam Lavanya , Tillu Ravish , Tomar Manish
Published: March 2024

Federated learning has emerged as a promising paradigm in the domain of distributed artificial intelligence (AI) systems, enabling collaborative model training across decentralized devices while preserving data privacy. This paper presents a comprehensive exploration of federated learning architecture, encompassing its design principles, implementation strategies, and the key challenges encountered in distributed AI systems. We delve into the underlying mechanisms of federated learning, discussing its advantages in heterogeneous environments and its potential applications across various domains. Furthermore, we analyse the technical intricacies involved in deploying federated learning systems, including communication efficiency, model aggregation techniques, and security considerations. By synthesizing insights from recent research and practical implementations, this paper offers valuable guidance for researchers and practitioners seeking to leverage federated learning in the development of scalable and privacy-preserving AI solutions.
Cytotoxic and Mitodepressive Effect of Insecticide Profenofos on Root Meristem of Allium cepa L.
Authors: Kumar Pravin , Prasad Vinod
Published: March 2024

A study was performed for cytotoxic and mitodepressive effect of pesticide through root meristem of Allium cepa L. Various concentration (0.2%, 0.4%, 0.6%, 0.8% and 1.0%) of organophosphate insecticide profenofos for 24, 48 and 72 hrs time points exposed to A. cepa. The cytotoxic and genotoxic effects were evident through inhibited mitotic division and increased percentage of chromosome abnormality. Dose and duration dependent statistically significant reduction in mitotic index was recorded. The minimum mitotic index (3.94%) was estimated at 1.0% for 72 hrs. Cytogenetic endpoints like mitotic depression, relative abnormality rate and frequency of chromosomal abnormality were found to be increased when compared to control plants. Various chromosomal aberration like stickiness, laggard, bridge, fragmentation and micronuclei were also observed. Cytogenetic biomarker is very efficient and non-expensive tool to screening and biomonitoring cytotoxicity at chromosomal and DNA level.