bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ORNAMEN SEBAGAI ELEMEN ESTETIK PADA ISTANO BASA PAGARUYUNG
Authors: Putri Melati Soraya , Sundari Sri , Yulimarni Yulimarni
Published: April 2022

The research which has the title “Ornament as aesthetic element on Istano Basa Pagaruyung” has been intended to further historical and ornament forms on Istano Basa Pagaruyung.. This research conducted in Kecamatan Tanjung Emas, Kabupaten Tanah Datar, West Sumatera. This research using qualitative method with descriptive data discuss about the data accordance with the facts found in the field, with aesthetic research. Data collection done through by study research, observation, interviews, and documentation. The motivating factor in doing this research is a rising an interest about ornament there in Istano Basa Pagaruyung edifice.Istano Basa Pagaruyung is traditional houses that has been use as a tourist object. These palaces have three floors. The first floor called as an “anjuang”. The second floor is an “Anjuang Paranginan” and the third floor called “Mahligai”. The aesthetic value that finds from the base palace is visible source various ornament in this edifice. Like the ornament in the wall, the grabbing wall in janjang or stairs, entrance, lipslang, attic and lower rafters and kasau or under the roof and on the head pole. The motives of the ornaments present in certain parts have a different purpose and meaning, according to the name of motives.ABSTRAK Penelitian yang berjudul “Ornamen Sebagai Elemen Estetik Pada Istano Basa Pagaruyung,” bertujuan untuk mendalami sejarah dan bentuk motif ornamen yang ada pada bangunan istano. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di daerah Kecamatan Tanjung Emas, Kabupaten Tanah Datar, Sumatra Barat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan data deskriptif yang membahas tentang data sesuai dengan fakta yang ditemui di lapangan, dengan kajian estetik. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui studi pustaka, observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Faktor pendorong dalam melakukan penelitian ini adalah timbulnya ketertarikan mengenai ornamen yang terdapat pada bangunan Istano Basa Pagaruyung. Istano Basa Pagaruyung merupakan rumah adat yang telah dijadikan sebagai objek wisata. Istano Basa Pagaruyung memiliki tiga lantai, lantai yang pertama disebut dengan “anjuang”, lantai kedua disebut dengan “anjuang paranginan” dan lantai tiga disebut dengan “mahligai”. Nilai estetik yang terdapat pada Istano Basa Pagaruyung ini terlihat dari berbagai macam ornamen yang terdapat pada bangunannya. Seperti ornamen yang terdapat pada bagian dinding, dinding pegangan janjang, pintu masuk, lisplang, loteng dan pinggiran loteng, kasau atau bawah atap, dan pada bagian kepala tiang. Motif – motif ornamen yang terdapat pada bagian – bagian tertentu memiliki maksud dan tujuan yang berbeda, sesuai dengan nama – nama motifnya. Kata kunci: Istano Basa Pagaruyung, nilai estetis, ornamen.
Komunikasi Non Verbal Dan Makna Pada Tayangan Kartun Jungle Beat-Munki And Trunk Season 4 Episode 3
Authors: Lani Oktri Permata , Maijar Andri , Fitri Miftahurrahmi
Published: April 2022

Penelitian ini berusaha untuk mengkaji tayangan kartun Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk season 4 episode 3 dengan menggunakan teori sistem nonverbal kategori kinesis dan proxemics sebagai acuan unit analisisnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menginterprestasikan makna pesan nonverbal dengan menggunakan metodologi  visual Gillian Rose dari sisi site of self dan site of production untuk menemukan makna pesan nonverbal dalam tayangan kartun Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk season 4 episode 3. Penelitian ini menggunakan paradigm kritis dengan pendekatan kualitatif yang memfokuskan pada adegan-adegan yang menggambarkan pesan  nonverbal dalam visualisasi kartun Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk. Hasil penelitian ini menemukan jika makna pesan nonverbal yang ditunjukkan dalam kartun Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk season 4 episode 3 juga tercermin dari masalah yang ada dikehidupan saat ini seperti berjuang, menghormati, bersungguh-sungguh, dan bersabar. Kata Kunci: Komunikasi Nonverbal, Kinesis, Proxemis, Metodologi Visual  ABSTRACT This study seeks to examine the cartoon show “Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk season 4 episode 3” by using nonverbal systems theory kinesis and proxemics categories as a reference unit of analysis. This study aims to interpret the meaning of nonverbal messages using Gillian Rose's visual methodology from the site of self and site of production side to find the meaning of nonverbal messages in the cartoon show “Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk season 4 episode 3”. This study uses a critical paradigm with a qualitative approach which focuses on scenes that depict nonverbal messages in the cartoon visualization “Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk”. The results of this study found that the meaning of nonverbal messages shown in the cartoon “Jungle Beat-Munki and Trunk season 4 episode 3” is also reflected in the problems that exist in life today such as struggling, respecting, being serious, and being patient.
Analisis Pengasutan Motor Induksi Menggunakan Softstarter dan Inverter
Authors: Adam M , Harahap P , Oktrialdi B , Herlambang R
Published: April 2022

An induction motor that is started directly without using the starting method will draw 5 to 7 times the full load current and will only produce 1.5 to 2.5 times the full load torque. A large current will result in a voltage drop on the line so that it can interfere with other equipment connected to the line. For large-power motors, especially 3-phase induction motors, it will require a large starting current along with a large-power motor, so with motor power above 30 HP and above it is not recommended to start the motor directly without using the starting method. Some of the most commonly used starting methods are Direct on line (DOL), Star-Delta, Auto-transformer, Primary Resistance, Secondary Resistance, Inverter, and SoftStarter. Where the most widely used in the field is the DOL method, but this method still produces a large starting current. If it continues, it will shorten the life of the motor itself. This paper discusses the comparison between starting on softstarter and inverter on starting current. The results of the analysis of the starting current on the softstarter starting is 741A which is achieved in 9 seconds and the maximum torque produced by a 3-phase induction motor is 368.7 Nm. While the starting current on the inverter starting is 735A which is achieved in 13 seconds and the maximum torque produced by the 3-phase induction motor is 479.5 Nm
Impact of digitalization on work life balance of employees in police department in Chennai
Authors: Subalya S , Khannan Kamala
Published: April 2022

Using digitalization in law and enforcement has certainly been a path breaking development and literally transformed their approach of work life balance. These technologies are emerging has a boon for reducing workload through which employees can spend more time with their families. Digitalization gives freedom of work from home mode as well as reporting to department whenever called for so it is mandatory to study the importance of digitalization and its effects on police employees work life balance. The purpose of this research is to analyze the impact of digitalization on work-life-balance of employees in police department. Digitalization as an independent variable with sub factors online communication, safety apps and work/life balance as a dependent variable with sub factors flexible working arrangement and workload. The researcher believe that digitalization boosts the work-life balance of employees of police department. Research design: The data for this survey were obtained from a sample of 106 police department personnel and analyzed using correlation and regression techniques to determine the effect of independent variables on dependent variable. Practical Implications: The study's findings will assist the police department in analyzing the impact of digitalization on the work-life balance of employees in the Chennai police department.
Globalization and folk culture of North-East India
Authors: Kazi M d. Muktazur Rahman
Published: April 2022

In the age of globalisation and technological change, not only economies but also individuals and cultures frequently encounter and interact in the global domain. This has added a new dimension to the cultural environment. The North-Eastern Region (NER) of India is home to hundreds of ethnic groups and is distinguished by a diverse traditional heritage of tribal (folk) arts and culture. The present studyexamines the cultural aspect of globalisation and its ramifications for the folk (tribal) cultures of North-East India. This is basically an analytical study and based mainly on secondary information. The study concludes that globalisation is inescapable in the current situation, and that the tribes of NER should accept globalisation if they want to prosper and compete with the rest of the world. However, extreme caution should be exercised in order to limit the negative and unanticipated impacts of globalisation on the region's traditional culture.
Pesticides use in potato cultivation
Authors: Shaw Mou , Topno Sheetal
Published: April 2022

After rice, wheat, and maize, potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) is India's fourth most significant food crop. In India, the cultivation of this crop has altered over the last few decades, becoming increasingly reliant on fertilisers and pesticides. Through a simple random survey approach, the current study seeks to assess understanding of the farmer community about the environmental implications of potato agriculture. Farmers in the Hooghly district of West Bengal, India, which is a significant potato growing district, were interviewed for primary data. According to this survey, a considerable number of farmers (65.6 percent) are aware of the issue of soil-fertility loss in the cultivated field as a result of the use of chemical fertilisers. Applying greater amount of fertiliser than the prescribed amount by the manufacturer with the loss of fertility over the years is another issue of concern. Negligible percentage of farmers (2.7%) employ regular soil-testing for fertility assessment. Amount of pesticide used on the other hand is dependent on several factors like breeds of potato, pest species infestation, infection of plant disease etc.
optimized clustering approach for automated detection of abnormalities in MRI brain images
Authors: Sudheesh K V , Geethashree A , Paramesha K , Vinutha D C , Sushma S J
Published: April 2022

The medical image phenomenon may be a developing and progressive field these days. The processing of MRI images differs between parts of this field. This paper presents an economical approach for identifying tumors in brain MRI imageries. The process consists of following steps: the occurrence of image processing using intermediate filters, image enlargement is obtained by calibration chart calculation (histogram measurement); image segmentation is performed by binding. This approach is considered for the incorporation of morphological practices. Finally, the tumor stage is determined by manipulation of the image editing strategy. This research work presents an automatic brain tumor diagnosis method using MR imaging. The target system identifies and classifies the image segmentation using k-values. It also divides part of the plant into blood and bruises.
Abusive Psychological Techniques used during Covid-19
Authors: Dunne Timothy
Published: April 2022

Following the outbreak of Covid -19 Pandemic in March 2020, this paper will describe the use of various psychological and emotional techniques which were used by most Governments in the Western world who consider themselves to be Democracies, to gain compliance with measures designed to limit the spread of Covid -19. Chief among these techniques were the use of “nudges”, processes and procedures similar to Domestic Abuse and techniques of Brainwashing (Lifton, 1989) as used by the Chinese authorities following the Communist takeover in the late 1940s and early 1950s. The 8 aspects of Lifton’s model will be described in detail and how these were used by Western Governments during the Covid-19 pandemic. The conclusions reached regarding the use of such techniques demonstrate the unethical and abusive nature of how many Western Governments treated their citizens during the pandemic.
Single-step DIPSI 75g Glucose Tolerance Test-For Diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Vandanasetti Ramya , Sundari Tripura , G Umadevi
Published: April 2022

Background: Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) refers to glucose intolerance diagnosed at onset or first recognition during pregnancy. Women with GDM are at risk for maternal and foetal complications, so it is important to screen all pregnant women. The present study was carried out to determine the significance and use of the 75 g Oral Glucose Challenge Test (OGCT) using the Diabetes in Pregnancy Study Group India (DIPSI) criteria for screening of GDM. Objectives: This study was planned to analyze the incidence of GDM in pregnant women attending antenatal care clinic, using DIPSI criteria 75 g OGCT in the first trimester or at the first antenatal visit. Methods: In this prospective observational study, 451 pregnant women attended the antenatal clinic for the first visit at gestation between 6 and 20 weeks. 75 g oral glucose is administered irrespective of whether she is in the fasting or non-fasting state, without regard to the time of the last meal and GDM was diagnosed, and treatment started. Maternal and fetal outcomes were measured. Results: The incidence of GDM using DIPSI criteria (>140 md/dL) was 20.8% in the first trimester or first antenatal visit. Incidence of maternal and foetal complications was lower in our study when compared to other studies. Conclusion: It is concluded that a 75 g glucose challenge test at 6-20 weeks of gestation with a cut-off value of 140 mg/dl is a reliable screening test for GDM. Keywords: Gestational diabetes mellitus; Oral glucose challenge test (OGCT); Glucose intolerance; DIPSI criteria
Peculiarities of Linguistic Analysis of the Text as a Language Learning Strategy
Authors: Bloshchynskyi Ihor , Mishchynska Iryna , Pasichnyk Nataliia , Kosenko Anna , Plavutska Olga , Zakordonets Nataliia , Hotsa Nataliia
Published: April 2022

Linguistic analysis of the text is viewed as a language learning strategy in conditions of distance learning as well as in the process of regular classes. The results of the study conducted during the emergency (the quarantine) are presented in the article. The peculiarities of linguistic analysis of the text as a language learning strategy are highlighted in the article. Principles and methods of linguistic analysis of the text are considered in the study. The scheme of linguistic analysis of the text has been a key feature of the course in its application to varieties of texts according to their stylistic features. The mechanisms leading to realizing the process of linguistic education by its participants applying the language learning strategy are clarified. They consist in the deliberate combination of face-to-face and online learning activities providing for presentation of theoretical material as in the form of lectures as in independent and individual work of students. The experience of applying the course Basics of Linguistic Analysis in the process of linguistic education are generalized due to thorough choice of methodology in the process of presenting the material, conducting practical classes and carrying out control of the results of learning throughout the course. The prospects of professional development of future philologists by means of the linguistic analysis of the text are presented in the article.
Linguistic Gaps in the English-Kiswahili Translation of Agropesticide Texts in Tanzania
Authors: Matalu Kulwa Yohana , Sebonde Rafiki Yohana
Published: April 2022

This paper investigates the linguistic gaps in the English- Kiswahili translation of agropesticide texts in Tanzania. The Kiswahili translation of such information enables farmers to be familiar with the proper ways of controlling and managing pests and diseases. Different agropesticide texts were collected from farm input shops and analysed, and informants were interviewed based on the words, phrases, and sentences from the texts. The data were then analysed through thematic analysis. The translation of such information faces some challenges including coinage in the source language, meaning distinction in the source language, formal differences between English and Kiswahili, lack of Kiswahili equivalents for the names of some Kiswahili diseases and pests, and the traditional agricultural practices. Given the genealogical and typological differences between English and Kiswahili, translating through descriptions would overcome non-equivalence between the two languages at the word level. Translating agropesticide texts in Tanzania has implications for proper farming practices among farmers. Directions on the proper use of agropesticides are meant to make farmers practice productive farming. The challenges facing the translation between the two languages can be mitigated through descriptive equivalence and borrowing which is adapted to the morphological and phonological patterns of the target language.
Ethics in medical research and the essential bureaucracy of ethics committees: an experience report
Authors: Poloni Alessandra Luiza Lara , Oliveira Amanda Fidelis de , Zotarelli Filho Idiberto José , Faria Tamara Veiga
Published: April 2022

Since October 1996, Brazil has a new regulation on research involving human beings, it is the Resolution nº 196 of 1996 of the National Health Council, instance in which the National Research Ethics Commission and the Ethics Committees were created in Research – EC. This resolution says that each and every research project, in any area, involving human beings must contain an analysis of ethical aspects – carried out by the researcher himself – and be approved by the Research Ethics Committee. Research involving human beings is understood to be that which, individually or collectively, directly or indirectly involves human beings, in their entirety or parts of them. This article reports the difficulties in developing a research project that will later be approved by an EC, but with an emphasis on why these difficulties exist.
Interakziozko feedback zuzentzailea hizkuntzen ikas-irakaskuntzan (eta II). Zer zuzendu eta zerk moteltzen duen zuzenketen eraginkortasuna
Authors: Ibáñez Ramos Marga
Published: April 2022

Zer zuzendu behar den galderari emango zaio erantzuna artikulu honetan, aurrekoan zergatik, noiz eta nola galderei erantzun ondoren. Izan ere, lau galdera horiek bideratu zuten ikerketa-lana. Hala, zer den benetako errorea eta zer ez aztertuko da oraingoan. Halaber, lapsusaren izaera eta hizkuntza mintzatuaren ezaugarriak landuko dira. Horren ondoren, zuzenketen eraginkortasuna moteltzen duten eragileak azalduko dira. Egileak egindako Master Bukaerako Lan bat dute oinarri bi artikuluok. Beraz, jatorrizkora jo dezake gaia sakonago ezagutu nahi duenak.
Nghiên Cứu Thử Nghiệm Bộ Điện Phân Nước Cỡ Nhỏ Cung Cấp Phụ Nhiên Liệu HHO Cho Xe Gắn Máy
Authors: Lê Quang Vũ , Huỳnh Phước Sơn , Nguyễn Văn Khôi
Published: April 2022

Bài báo này trình bày kết quả nghiên cứu, thử nghiệm bộ điện phân nước cung cấp thêm lượng hỗn hợp Oxy và Hydro vào hỗn hợp khí nạp động cơ xe gắn máy với mục đích giảm lượng phát thải HC ra môi trường qua đường ống xả. Hỗn hợp phụ nhiên liệu HHO bao gồm Hydro và Oxy được tạo ra với một lượng nhỏ từ hệ thống điện phân nước gắn kèm trên xe nhờ nguồn điện phát ra từ máy phát điện. Với sự cân bằng lượng Hydro và Oxy từ hệ thống điện phân, sau quá trình cháy tạo ra hơi nước nên nghiên cứu không đề cập đến tỷ lệ hòa khí mà chỉ tập trung tối ưu hóa lượng HHO cần thiết để cân bằng năng lượng sinh ra từ đốt sạch HC trong hỗn hợp cháy và lượng điện năng mất đi từ quá trình điện phân nước. Bước đầu nghiên cứu tập trung đánh giá mức độ đáp ứng của bộ cung cấp HHO cho dòng xe gắn máy phổ thông. Qua đó làm tiền đề cho hướng phát triển, tối ưu hóa các thông số hoạt động phù hợp với các chế độ hoạt động khác nhau. Kết quả cho thấy lượng HHO cung cấp đủ cho động cơ với tỷ lệ đạt được trên 20%. Hệ thống được mô hình hóa và tính toán, kiểm soát bởi bộ điều khiển điện tử. Kết quả này đặt nền móng cho việc nghiên cứu giảm phát thải từ động cơ xe gắn máy. Từ đó góp phần giảm suất tiêu hao nhiên liệu, bảo vệ môi trường.
Giới Thiệu Về Zabbix, Hệ Thống Giám Sát Thường Xuyên Tài Nguyên Của Máy Chủ
Authors: Nguyễn Ngọc Hùng Anh , Võ Quang Long , Trần Minh Sơn , Trần Thu Hà
Published: April 2022

Bài báo tóm tắt các giao thức và các hệ thống dùng trong việc quản lý giám sát tài nguyên của các hệ thống máy chủ hoạt động thường xuyên 24/24 giờ và 7/7 ngày trong tuần để cung cấp thông tin tình trạng sức khỏe của máy chủ một cách toàn diện nhất. Zabbix, một ứng dụng mã nguồn mở, nổi lên như một ứng cử viên đa năng, linh động hỗ trợ các kết nối mạng đa dạng khác nhau tập trung hoặc phân tán. Bài báo đã tập trung mô tả kỹ các tính năng của hệ thống Zabbix và triển khai công cụ này cho một ứng dụng cụ thể: giám sát cảnh báo theo thời gian thực các biến đổi tài nguyên bất thường cho hệ thống truyền hình số OTT3A trên mạng Internet trên nền tảng từ công nghệ OTT, hê thống truyền hình số mặt đất với 3 tương thích OTT3A (Over The Top with 3 Adaptivities) phát triển bởi nhóm nghiên cứu HCMUTE có thêm 3 tính năng tương thích mới tương thích đường truyền khi băng thông thay đổi vẫn bảo đảm hình ảnh đầu ra, hiển thị các kênh có nội dung giúp người dùng nhanh chóng tìm kênh truy cập và tương thích nguồn phát tăng tốc độ truyền dẫn củng cố hiệu năng của truyền hình số. OTT3A là một môi trường tốt để đánh giá việc áp dụng Zabbix trong việc giám sát hệ thống liên tục hàng ngày thời gian thực theo các tiêu chí: tải của CPU, phần trăm sử dụng của bộ nhớ, băng thông truyền dẫn của 2 thẻ mạng LAN tình trạng sử dụng ổ đĩa cứng.
iPads and Tablets: Today’s Extension Demonstration
Authors: Franz Nancy , Martin Peggy
Published: April 2022

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach educators are using iPads to deepen and expand education by showing learners online resources on nutrition including signing up for blogs and visiting our Spend Smart Eat Smart website and Facebook page. A video describing the project is available at http://vimeo.com/64757580. Of the 281 learners who responded to a survey, 96% learned additional nutrition information outside of our classes from the Spend Smart Eat Smart Facebook page, blog, and website; 93% learned about nutrition practices; and 88% learned about food resource management practices. Educators are also using the video clips on our websites as demonstrations during lessons. The educators no longer carry demonstration supplies, and learners return to the video demonstrations outside of class. The “Extension demonstration” as a delivery method still has strong impact, but now resides in the two-dimensional world of the internet brought to learners through mobile devices. Long live the Extension demonstration!
Drug-Related Problems and Clinical Risk Factors Relation-Ship in Hepatic Cirrhosis Patients
Authors: Zhang Dongyuan
Published: April 2022

Diffusion processes in hepatic cirrhosis is characterized with fibrosis and structural changed. Patients with cirrhosis are at risk to get problems because of the effects of the drugs used have drug-related problems (DRPs), due to changes in heart function that affects many aspects of drug pharmacokinetics. Therefore, treatment of patient with hepatic cirrhosis should consider the drug and dose adjustment so that subsequent problems could be avoided. The research method was prospective and descriptive, with a purposive sampling technique. Patients’s treatment were monitoring and analyzed. Significance of 0000 means that p (0000) <0.05, then the Pearson correlation test results are H1a, ie there was a relationship between the number of DRPs events by the total number of clinical risk factors of DRPs in patients with cirrhosis. Therefore from this relationship could be expected to know the possible risk of DRPs in patients. The increasing number of clinical risk factors DRPs in patients with cirrhosis, indicate thatthe patient should receive a more stringent monitoring of the provision of therapy because the risk of experiencing DRPs more.
Ultrasound Feedback for Mid-air Gesture Interaction in Vibrating Environment
Authors: Spakov Oleg , Farooq Ahmed , Venesvirta Hanna , Hippula Arto , Surakka Veikko , Raisamo Roope
Published: April 2022

Mid-air ultrasound skin stimulation is a known technology used to provide haptic feedback for touchless communication. Even though some in-car interaction already takes place with mid-air gestures, the utilization of this type of feedback is still uncommon. In this study we evaluated how environmental vibration affects the recognition of ultrasound haptic feedback exposed to the driver’s hand. Four skin stimulation shapes of two durations were projected onto the driver’s palm while driving a simulator within a laboratory setting and in a test vehicle on a closed track. Results show that road vibration had a very little effect on driver’s ability to recognize the shape of the stimulation, but, some shapes may require additional training to be recognized consistently. Our findings also suggest that ultrasound haptic output can remain an efficient feedback source even in noisy vibration environments, (i.e., on the road) as compared to conventional vibrotactile feedback, thus drivers can focus their attention more towards the primary task and yet still interact with the onboard IVIS.
Safe land system architecture design of multi-rotors considering engine failure
Authors: Nabavi Chashmi Seyed Yaser , Asadi Davood , Ahmadi Dastgerdi Karim
Published: April 2022

There is growing interest to use drones for application like delivery services, air taxi, surveillance, and inspection to reduce operational time and cost and increase the performance and functionalities. However, there are some risks related to using this technology one of them is the hazard to the humans and assets in the case of an emergency scenario like motor failure. The current technologies suggest to land as soon as possible in such these scenarios, however finding and selecting a suitable landing area considering the capabilities of the faulty drone and controlling the drone towards the selected point is a problem which requires provisions during the design process of the drone. The situations get more complex considering that the vehicle should be able to adopt itself by its time varying environment. In this paper the system approach is used to break the safety requirements to functional and physical requirements and based on these requirement analyses, the functional and physical architectures of the drone are designed. The proposed design suggests that the drones aggregate their perception about the environment to maximize the safety of people and assets through a special databank called potential landmark databank.
Sustainable agriculture and food systems
Authors: Benton Tim , Harwatt Helen
Published: April 2022

Modern methods of food production are increasingly recognized as a major contributor to global warming, air and water pollution, deforestation, biodiversity loss, soil degradation and the emergence of disease. In turn, climate change is compromising food security and supply-chain resilience, with related natural disasters driving up food prices. Under the free market system, increasing productivity has been emphasized as the way to meet rising global demand for food. How to move towards sustainability in agriculture, and in food systems more generally, has become an ever more urgent topic of debate at international level. There is little or no consensus among policymakers on how this can be done. Practices such as land conversion in some areas of the world, to create space for increased meat and dairy production, can cancel out environmental gains in other locations and lead to reduced sustainability of the overall food system. This paper seeks to clarify the debate around sustainability in agriculture by examining two distinct versions of sustainability. Each is discussed in terms of its clearly defined underpinning assumptions, including the key question of whether large-scale changes in demand towards healthier, less wasteful and more sustainable diets are possible.
On the Generalization Mechanism of Chinese Kinship Term “jiejie”
Authors: Wang Haiting , Gao Jun
Published: April 2022

There is a large kinship appellation system in Chinese, which reflects the social culture, traditional customs and national psychology of China. Based on the Invited Inferencing Theory of Semantic Change of historical pragmatics, this paper attempts to explore the generalization mechanism of Chinese kinship term “jiejie” (a Chinese appellation for elder sister). The study shows that the generalization of appellation “jiejie” is inseparable from pragmatic inferring and entrenchment of inferred meaning. If they realize that the original sense of “jiejie” does not work, the listeners may take into consideration the situational context and speaker’ intentionality for secondary inferring. The generalization of appellation “jiejie” results from its semantic change, i.e., “jiejie” evolves into a social appellation to address non-relative members.
Adherence to Anticoagulation Ambulatory during the Beginning of Coronavirus Pandemic
Authors: Hillesheim Suélen Feijó , Carneiro Pereira Luiz Carlos , Saldanha Lorenzo Link , Pereira Gabriela Vaz , Lumertz Saffi Marco Aurélio , Chemello Diego
Published: April 2022

INTRODUCTION: Treatment with Vitamin K Antagonists is already proven to be significant in reducing thromboembolic events in patients with indications for systemic anticoagulation. In the context of ambulatory adherence, the SARS-CoV2 coronavirus pandemic emerged as a challenge for managing patients undergoing anticoagulation.

METHODS: To avoid crowding and follow the recommended measures of social distancing, the Anticoagulation Ambulatory of the Hospital Universitário de Santa Maria started to adopt a differentiated model of care, with a collection of hospital prothrombin time and immediate home return, followed by teleconsultation, with medication adjustment, as necessary. The present study aimed to assess adherence to the new care model, as well as the profile of patients seen. A retrospective cohort study was conducted, analyzing consultations between March and May 2020.

RESULTS: The results demonstrate a low-educated population (76% had completed elementary school at most). The most common indications for the use of oral anticoagulation were atrial fibrillation (33.6%), followed by mechanical aortic valve prosthesis (31.3%) and mechanical mitral valve prosthesis (17.2%). Regarding adherence, especially to blood collection in the scheduled period, there was low adherence in the initial weeks of the pandemic declaration, with substantial improvement in adherence in the last two weeks of analysis.

CONCLUSION: Determining the clinical characteristics and profile of patients helps to determine the local needs of this population and implement active search strategies to improve adherence rates, which may reduce unfavorable outcomes.
Respect and Empowerment in Second Language Education
Authors: Daniel Mayra
Published: April 2022

Culturally responsive second language instruction requires educators focus on more than language. Language holds only part of the messages conveyed in intra and inter-personal communication.  Effective lessons focus on the cultures of the speakers of the target language of study when they explore learners’ funds of knowledge, and then use the information this provides for the design of empowering curricula. This case study examined lessons prepared by 21 practicing teachers, representing 15 school districts in the northern Illinois area of the United States. Participants conducted an ethnography which was a required assignment in a post-graduate course focused on literacy instruction for emerging bilinguals.  This work investigated educators’ ideologies of biliteracy and learner empowerment, and examined teachers’ visions of advocacy in reactions to course readings, in lesson design, and in the philosophy of multiliteracy statement.
Un pellerossa nel presepe: Il binomio fantastico di Gianni Rodari e la didattica della creatività
Authors: Minisci Alessandra
Published: April 2022

Gianni Rodari hat lange über den Wert der Kreativität im Bildungsprozess nachgedacht. Das Ergebnis seiner praktischen Erfahrungen und theoretischen Überlegungen ist Grammatik der Phantasie, ein kleines Buch, das 1973 erschien, aber auf vielfältige Weise auch heute noch aktuell ist. Es enthält Techniken, um mit der Sprache zu spielen und Kreativität zu entwickeln. Sie sind zwar hauptsächlich für Kinder gedacht, jedoch für jedes Alter geeignet oder anpassbar. Nach dem italienischen Schriftsteller und Pädagogen muss man Erfinder sein, mit der Phantasie erschaffen können, um sich eine andere – und möglicherweise bessere und gerechtere – Welt vorstellen zu können.
Unterrichtsansatz und Lernsetting als entscheidende Faktoren für die Berücksichtigung individueller Bedürfnisse beim Fremdsprachenlernen
Authors: Suter Christoph
Published: April 2022

Es ist unbestritten, dass es allen Menschen grundsätzlich möglich ist, in verschiedenen Sprachen kommunizieren zu lernen. Die Erfahrung zeigt jedoch auch, dass nicht alle Lernenden im Fremdsprachenunterricht gleichermassen kommunikative Kompetenzen erwerben. Dies gilt nicht nur, aber auch für Lernende mit diagnostiziertem sonderpädagogischem Förderbedarf.

Daraus ergibt sich eine zentrale Frage an die Fremdsprachendidaktik: Wie kann ein Fremdsprachenunterricht so gestaltet werden, dass alle Lerner/-innen mit ihren ganz unterschiedlichen Voraussetzungen kommunikative Kompetenzen in der Fremdsprache entwickeln können? Nur wenn es gelingt, ein Lernsetting zu gestalten, das allen die Möglichkeit zu Lernaktivitäten in ihrer Reichweite gibt, sind auch Lernschritte für alle möglich.
Perspectives on L2 Learning and Learning Disabilities
Authors: Sparks Richard
Published: April 2022

Students classified as LD in L2 classes often display learning difficulties. However, the LD concept is viewed differently in the U.S. and Europe. The purposes of this paper is to explain the LD construct, examine the differences in definitions and diagnosis for identification of students with learning problems, review research showing that L2 learning problems are language learning problems, examine the relationship between LDs and L2 learning problems, and summarize research-based L2 teaching methods for students with language learning problems.
Les pratiques des enseignants face aux élèves ayant des besoins particuliers
Authors: Pogranova Slavka , Waltermann Eva , Perrin Anne-Claire
Published: April 2022

À partir des entretiens menés avec dix enseignant.es de langues étrangères des établissements primaires, secondaires I et post-obligatoires de Genève, nous proposons de mettre en lumière les pratiques utilisées en classe avec les élèves ayant des besoins particuliers. Tout en prenant en compte les approches actuelles dans l’enseignement des langues et les contraintes auxquelles sont soumises les enseignants, nous rapportons les défis actuels posés par l’inclusion d’élèves avec des troubles de dyslexie-dysorthographie.
“I'll still kick your ass even in my skirt”.
Authors: Schlote Elke , Keller Stefan , Schülin Benedikt , Meier Niklaus
Published: April 2022

In diesem Beitrag stellen wir dar, wie Schüler*innen der Sekundarstufe II (3. Schuljahr) sich im Fach Englisch vertieft mit der Darstellung von Feminismus in selbst ausgewählten Musikvideos auseinandergesetzt haben. Da dies eine detaillierte Analyse von Text-, Bild- und Musik-Elementen beinhaltete, wurde dafür eine speziell für den Unterricht entwickelte Web-App eingesetzt (TRAVIS GO). Der Beitrag zeigt didaktische Zugänge zur Umsetzung des Themas auf, und geht dabei spezifisch auf die Funktionalitäten von TRAVIS GO für die Analyse moderner Medien im Fremdsprachenunterricht ein. Ziel dabei ist die kritische Diskussion eines zentralen gesellschaftlichen Themas anhand authentischer Materialien, wobei sprachliches, ästhetisch-kulturelles und mediales Lernen verbunden werden.
Grenzen - eine Frage der Perspektive
Authors: Picenoni Mathias , Adam Graf Noemi
Published: April 2022

Interview mit Naomi Adam-Graf
Hommage à Ruth Bader Ginsburg (et Marthe Gosteli)
Authors: Loder Buechel Laura , Lichtenauer Karine
Published: April 2022

Avec cet hommage à Ruth Bader Ginsburg, la rédaction de Babylonia vous accueille dans sa nouvelle rubrique : les Amuse-bouche didactiques - Praxis-Gluschterli - Unterrichtshäppchen - spuntini didattici - buccadinas didacticas ! Nous débutons l’année par un numéro sur la justice sociale et les droits des femmes où nous partageons des leçons testées à Zurich en anglais et faciles à transposer pour d’autres langues.
Everyday Realities of Elderly Women in Southern India
Authors: M. Anitha, M.
Published: April 2022

The research deals with the position of the women in the study area and the
status of the aged in stratified societies. The main concern of research is to describe how
modernization brought changes about the conception about elderly. The role of the elder in
modern political, economic, social, cultural and religious fields is described in this
research. The study concludes the social conception of elderly women with light of feminist
theories. It explains how the discursive practices of present situation in Southern India.
Applicability of solar systems with various technologies and sun-tracking: A case study of Baghdad, Iraq
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Faculty, Near East University, 99138 Nicosia (via Mersin 10, Turkey), Cyprus, Kassem Youssef , Gökçekuş Hüseyin ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering Faculty, Near East University, 99138 Nicosia (via Mersin 10, Turkey), Cyprus, Furaiji Qand Abbas Salih ,   Department of architecture, Architecture Faculty, Near East University, 99138 Nicosia (via Mersin 10, Turkey), Cyprus
Published: April 2022

The installation of a photovoltaic system is becoming increasingly attractive to consumers in residential areas due to higher electricity tariff rates and less dependence on local power generators in Iraq. Consequently, the paper's main objective is to determine the applicability of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in the capital city (Baghdad) of Iraq. Additionally, this study aims to find suitable PV technology and sun-tracking system for building applications in Iraq. To obtain this aim, the PVGIS simulation tool is used. It has been found that the selected city is suitable for installing PV systems in the future because of the high value of solar radiation. Furthermore, the results indicated that CdTe technology has the highest performance compared to the crystalline and CIS PV technologies. Moreover, it is observed the two-axis system has the maximum energy generation compared to vertical and include systems. This study provides useful details regarding installing a PV system in Iraq to solve the electricity crisis in the country and reduce fossil fuel consumption.
Penang Hokkien‒English Dictionary
Authors: Siew Imm Tan
Published: April 2022

Penang Hokkien‒English Dictionary with an English–Penang Hokkien Glossary is a user-friendly lexicon for both native speakers and learners of the Penang Hokkien language. It lists Hokkien words and terms, and their definitions in English, as well as literal translations, culture-specific terms and common phrases.
Pedagogical considerations for teaching with games: Improving oral proficiency with self-transcription, task repetition, and online video analysis
Authors: York James
Published: April 2022

Background: Board games were utilized with rigorous pre and post-play activities in an EFL classroom context to promote L2 development. Aim: The aim of this paper is to assess whether the post-play activities improved participants’ speaking skill. Methods: Using complexity, accuracy and fluency measures, as well as reference to learners’ completed workbooks, output performance was analysed quantitatively. Results: Output accuracy was significantly improved in the second gameplay session, however complexity and fluency dimensions were not affected. A number of common morphosyntactic errors were also left unnoticed. Conclusion: Whilst student-driven post-tasks aided learners’ L2 development; particularly along the accuracy dimension, additional teacher instruction is required.
Language and literacy teaching with games: the “who” and transformative actions
Authors: deHaan Jonathan
Published: April 2022

Understand students, then teach deliberately. Nothing new, just truth.

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Evaluation of the Bias in the Management of Patient’s Appointments in a Pediatric Office
Authors: Vegega Cinthia , Pytel Pablo , Pollo-Cattaneo Maria Florencia
Published: April 2022

The application of Machine Learning algorithms must always take into account the objectives set within the project, the characteristics of the domain where the project will be carried out and the data available to use. Given this, it is essential before collecting data considered as representative of the problem to be solved, because otherwise there may be hidden biases in the data and these may solve a different problem from the one intended. In this context, the aim of this work is to apply a process based on the Gridding method that allows the analysis of the features of the data to be used. This process is applied to the historical data of a pediatric medical office where it is sought to implement an intelligent system that allows to predict the number of normal and over-shift appointments for a particular date and time, since it is desired to hire, when necessary, another pediatric doctor to assist in the care of patients.
The effect of data diversity on the performance of deep learning models for predicting early gastric cancer under endoscopy
Authors: Shi Conghui , Li Jia , Wu Lianlian
Published: April 2022

Aims To explore the effect of training set diversity on the performance of deep learning models for predicting early gastric cancer (EGC) under endoscopy. Methods Images of EGC and non-cancerous lesions under narrow-band imaging (ME-NBI) and magnifying blue laser imaging (ME-BLI) were retrospectively collected. Training set 1 was composed of 150 non-cancerous and 309 EGC ME-NBI images, training set 2 was composed of 1505 non-cancerous and 309 EGC ME-BLI images, and training set 3 was the combination of training set 1 and 2. Test set 1 was composed of 376 non-cancerous and 1052 EGC ME-NBI images, test set 2 consisted of 529 non-cancerous and 71 EGC ME-BLI images, and test set 3 was the combination of test set 1 and test set 2. Three deep learning models were constructed, which were respectively CNN 1, CNN 2, and CNN 3 (CNN 1, CNN 2 and CNN 3 were independently trained using training set 1, training set 2 and training set 3 respectively), and their performance on each test set was respectively evaluated. One hundred and thirty-eight ME-NBI videos and 17 ME-BLI videos were further collected to evaluate and compare the performance of each model in real-time. Results On the whole, the performance of CNN 3 was the best. The accuracy (Acc), sensitivity (Sn), specificity (Sp), and area under the curve (AUC) of test set 1 in CNN 3 were 87.89% (1255/1428), 90.96% (342/376), 86.79% (913/1052), and 94.60% respectively. The Acc, Sn, Sp, and AUC of test set 2 in CNN 3 were 95% (570/600), 97.92% (518/529), 73.24% (52/71), and 90.93% respectively. The Acc, Sn, Sp, and AUC of test set 3 in CNN 3 were 89.99% (1825/2028), 95.03% (860/905), 85.93% (965/1123), 94.89% respectively. The performance of CNN 3 was also the best in videos test set. The Acc, Sn, and Sp of videos test set in CNN 3 were 91.03% (142/156), 90.58% (125/138), and 94.44% (17/18) respectively. Conclusions The deep learning model with the most diverse training data has the best diagnostic effect.
Heavy metal concentration in soil and accumulation in selected plant species: A case study of Tampakan, South Cotabato
Authors: Paragamac Jason Ben , Maglinab Jasper , Barroga Mabel , Garcia Melanie , Hume Peter , Gacad Feliciano
Published: April 2022

Natural processes bring heavy metals and further escalated by a long history of addition from industrial development. The soil serves as a sink and can accumulate different types of minerals and nutrients, including metals and metalloids that are harmful even at lower concentrations. Plants’ ability to sequester metals and mobilize into various plant parts are significant in the bioremediation process. This study used quantitative and exploratory research design, which involves the collection of soil and plant samples subjected to laboratory test to determine the heavy metal concentration in Pulabato, Tampakan, South Cotabato in terms of arsenic (As), copper (Cu), lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd) and mercury (Hg). Analysis of variance (ANOVA), correlation, simple and multiple linear regressions are employed to determine significant differences, relationships, and influences. Results show significant differences in plant heavy metal concentration across low, mid, and high elevations for metals Cu, Pb, and Hg. Pb concentration in soil shows a significant relationship with Cu in plants. Also, Pb concentration shows a positive correlation and Hg with a negative correlation for Pb concentration in the plant. Moreover, Hg’s presence in plants shows a negative correlation in Pb for soil and a positive relationship with Hg. Simple linear regression statistics show that Pb significantly influences Cu, Pb in the plant by Pb in soil, and Pb in the plant with Hg in soil. Multiple regression statistics show a significant Pb’s influence in the soil to Pb in the plant but not with Hg. Lastly, As and Pb significantly influences Hg concentration in plants.
Identified factors influencing investment decisions and risky financial behavior among certified public accountants
Authors: Cahanap Shiela , Tan Joel
Published: April 2022

The objective of the study is to identify which domain of the identified factors influencing investment decisions best influences risky financial behavior of CPAs in Davao City. This research is significant for investors to enhance their capacity to decide on investments in a risky situation and provide investment managers better ways of designing their products and services. The study surveyed 100 CPAs using a standardized adapted questionnaire that was both personally administered and sent through shared google survey link. The data were analyzed using frequency, mean, standard deviation, percentage and regression. Results show high level of manifestation of the factors influencing investment decisions. The study also revealed high level of manifestation on risky financial behavior. Further, the results of the study exhibited significant relationship between the factors influencing investment decisions and risky financial behavior. Using the regression analysis, the study reveals that self-image or firm image best influences the risky financial behavior of CPAs in Davao City.