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ANALISIS PROSES BELAJAR MENGAJAR PENYANDANG DISABILITAS PADA MASA PANDEMI COVID-19 DI KABUPATEN SINJAI
Authors: Hatta Sukarno , Hikmatun Septi , Onti Makmur , Sagita Rita
Published: January 2025

Tujuan yang ingin dicapai dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui proses belajar mengajar penyandang disabilitas pada masa pandemik covid-19 di Kabupaten Sinjai dan mengetahui faktor penghambat dalam proses belajar mengajar terhadap penyandang disabilitas. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif deskriptif analisis untuk mendekskripsikan atau menggambarkan mengenai proses belajar mengajar penyandang disabilitas pada masa pandemi covid-19 di Kabupaten Sinjai. Tekhnik pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Subjek yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Kepala SLB Negeri Sinjai, guru SLB Negeri Sinjai dan orang tua siswa. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Sekolah Luar Biasa Negeri 1 Kabupaten Sinjai Kecamatan Sinjai Utara, Kabupaten Sinjai.
Dari hasil penelitian ini menggambarkan bahwa proses belajar mengajar yang dilaksanakan di Sekolah Luar Biasa selama pandemi Covid-19 adalah proses pembelajaran secara daring (dalam jaringan) dengan menggunakan aplikasi via whatsapp, zoom dan googleclashroom. Dilihat dari hasil analisis pembahasan metode yang efektif digunakan untuk pembelajaran masa pandemi covid-19 bagi penyandang disabilitas yaitu metode pembelajaran secara luring alasannya dilihat dari kondisi penyandang yang berbeda-beda dan kemampuan orang tua siswa yang terbatas dalam memenuhi pembelajaran dari rumah. Artinya, dibutuhkan keahlian khusus untuk menyampaikan pembelajaran, dimana siswa dan guru harus berinteraksi secara langsung. Berdasarkan hasil wawancara dan hasil analisis, penggunaan media pembelajaran yang paling efektif digunakan untuk siswa penyandang disabilitas dimasa pandemi covid-19 adalah penggunaan aplikasi whatssapp dikarenakan lebih mudah dipahami oleh guru, siswa dan orang tua. Penelitian ini juga menunjukkan bahwa pembelajaran online dari rumah dapat dijadikan pilihan di masa yang akan datang jika siswa disabilitas mengalami hambatan untuk datang ke sekolah akibat jarak yang jauh atau tidak tersedianya alat transportasi yang aksesibel.
Natural Resources, Technological Innovation and Environmental Quality: A Case Study of Developing Countries
Authors: Anjum Sadia , Shamsher Kiramat , Ahmed Sana , Ahmad Shahab
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the influence of natural resources and technological innovation on environmental degradation in developing countries between 1996 and 2020. It uses natural resources, technological innovation, per capita GDP growth, urban population, renewable energy consumption, and trade openness as the dependent variables while environmental quality as the independent variable. Using GMM, the generalized method of moments, in estimating the relations between the chosen variables, indicated causal relations of the Granger causality test. A reliable source provided world development indicator data. The research shows that natural resources, technological innovation, renewable energy use, and growth in per capita GDP directly affect the quality of the environment. , and urban population, while negative association exists in the case of trade openness against environmental degradation. The trade openness is negative and significant on environmental degradation. It means that environmental quality improvement goes hand in hand with a decline in trade openness. The natural resources positively and significantly affect the environmental deterioration. Additionally, As technological innovation increases, environmental damage increases.
The Effect of Brand Personality, Brand Awareness, Fashion Consciousness on Loyalty Through Satisfaction as An Intervening Variable
Authors: Rimiyati Hasnah , Rizky Avasyah Rahman Achmad
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the influence of Brand Personality, Brand Awareness, and Fashion Consciousness on Loyalty through Satisfaction as an intervening variable (Study on Consumers of Erigo Fashion Products in Yogyakarta). The subjects in this study were users of Erigo fashion products in Yogyakarta. This research method is quantitative, with data collected through online questionnaires and the variable measurement scale applied to the Likert scale. The type of data used in this study is primary data. In this study, the number of samples was 190 respondents collected using the non-probability sampling method with a purposive sampling technique with the characteristics of Erigo fashion product customers in Yogyakarta with purchases more than 1 time in the last 6 months and a minimum age of 17 years. The analysis tool used is SEM assisted by AMOS 18. Based on the analysis that has been done, the results obtained are that Brand Personality has a positive and significant effect on Satisfaction, Brand Awareness has a positive and significant effect on Satisfaction, Fashion Consciousness has a positive and significant effect on Satisfaction, Satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on Loyalty, Brand Personality does not have a positive effect on Loyalty, Brand Awareness has a positive and significant effect on Loyalty, Fashion Consciousness has a positive and significant effect on Loyalty, Brand Personality has a positive and significant effect on Loyalty mediated by Satisfaction, Brand Awareness has a positive and significant effect on Loyalty mediated by Satisfaction, and Fashion Consciousness has a positive and significant effect on Loyalty mediated by Satisfaction.
Product Development and Innovation at Catfish Nugget (Study on Gumuk Bago Hill, Nogosari Rambipuji Village
Authors: Maulidiyah Fany , Tri Cahyaningrum Deltaningtyas
Published: January 2025

Gumuk Bago Hamlet in Nogosari Village, Rambipuji District, Jember Regency, has natural potential that has not been utilized optimally, such as empty land and river flows only used for irrigation. Researchers introduced the Smart Aquaponic system, integrating the cultivation of catfish and kale plants with IoT technology. Apart from training residents in managing aquaponic products, innovations are being made by processing catfish into nuggets rich in nutrients, which have great potential on the market. This research analyzes the development and innovation strategy for catfish nugget products. Data was collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. The research results show that marketing strategies include improving quality, expanding distribution, and promotions with more attractive packaging designs. The manufacturing process is carried out traditionally without preservatives, however, innovation continues to be developed in the form of flavors and product variants to attract new consumers and maintain market share. In conclusion, the product innovation and marketing strategy succeeded in increasing product adoption and keeping sales growth of catfish nuggets in the local market.
The Impact of European Prices and the Value of Gas Produced Consumed and Burned on the Value of Oil Revenues in Iraq For Period 1997-2023
Authors: Jafaar Mhamed Radhi , Rageeb Wisam Neamah , Hussein Hashim Jabbar , Al-Ethary Adnan Dawood M.
Published: January 2025

Objectives: The research aims to investigate the significant role of natural gas in the Iraqi economy, focusing on the economic impact of burning natural gas. The study addresses the problem of underutilization of Iraq's natural gas resources, emphasizing the potential benefits of investing in Iraqi natural gas instead of burning it. The central hypothesis suggests that redirecting the use of Iraqi natural gas associated with oil toward investment, rather than burning it, could help provide large quantities of natural gas for local consumption and reduce the need for imports. This approach could also optimize the economic contribution of Iraq's natural gas reserves, which remain largely underexploited.
 
Methods: The research uses quantitative methods to analyze the relationships between various factors, including the European gas prices, the value of gas produced, the value of gas consumed, the value of burned gas, and their effects on oil revenues. The study adopts an econometric approach, applying a standard model based on economic theory to evaluate these relationships. Data on Iraqi natural gas production, consumption, and burning practices were gathered and analyzed to estimate the economic impact of different variables on the country’s oil revenues.
 
Results: The results of the study reveal that the relationship between the value of gas production and oil revenues, as well as the value of burned gas, aligns with the assumptions of economic theory. The price of gas in relation to European prices also shows a consistent relationship with oil revenues. Additionally, the value of gas produced, gas consumed, and gas burned significantly affects oil revenues. However, the impact of European gas prices on oil revenues was found to be weaker compared to the other variables studied.
 
Conclusion: The research concludes that Iraq's natural gas resources have a substantial potential for contributing to the country's economic growth if they are invested in rather than burned. The findings support the hypothesis that efficient management of gas resources, with a focus on local consumption, could reduce Iraq's reliance on gas imports and enhance oil revenues. By optimizing the use of natural gas, Iraq could better harness its energy reserves, improving its overall economic stability and development.
Examining the Determinants of Gen Z’s Continuance Intention towards E-wallets
Authors:   Faculty of Economics and Business, Widyatama University, Indonesia, Nursjanti Farida , Amaliawiati Lia ,   Faculty of Economics and Business, Widyatama University, Indonesia, Nilasari Irma ,   Faculty of Economics and Business, Widyatama University, Indonesia
Published: January 2025

Financial ecosystems are now more efficient and transparent due to the growing popularity of e-wallets as technology advances. The purpose of this study is to examine the determinants of Gen Z's continuance intention towards e-wallet. Perceived usefulness, perceived security, perceived trust, perceived enjoyment, and social impact are among the factors examined. The study's population of concern consisted of Gen Z who use e-wallets in Bandung, Indonesia. The Google Form application was used to collect the data. The study's hypotheses were tested using the multiple linear regression analysis approach. The results of this study indicate that perceived usefulness, perceived trust, perceived enjoyment, and social influence have a significant positive effect on Gen Z’s continuance intention towards e-wallets. Perceived usefulness is the most important factor influencing Gen Z's continuance intention towards e-wallets. The perceived security has a favourable and negligible impact on Gen Z’s continuance intention towards e-wallets. The study's finding will assist e-wallet service providers and policy makers in creating strategies for service and increasing users' continuance intention to remain engaged with their service.
The Effect of Motivation, Learning Atmosphere and Emotional Condition in Measuring Students' Critical Thinking Ability at Darussalam Gontor
Authors:   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Aufani Nabil Achmad , . Adyaksa ,   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Minnah Arini Tamamul ,   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, P Rizky Ardian Khoirul ,   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang, Harini Sri ,   UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze the influence of learning motivation, learning atmosphere, and emotional conditions on students' critical thinking skills at Darussalam Gontor University in the 2024/2025 academic year. The method used is quantitative descriptive with variable measurement through questionnaires to 69 students randomly from various study programs. The questionnaire was designed using a Likert scale of 1-5 with predetermined categories. Respondents are expected to fill out the questionnaire honestly and attentively. The results of data analysis using Ordinal Logistic Regression (RLO) showed that learning motivation and students' emotional conditions have a significant positive effect on students' critical thinking skills. However, the learning atmosphere did not show a significant positive impact on critical thinking skills. This study focuses on the importance of attention to motivation and emotional management of students, in this case, to improve their critical thinking skills. The recommendation that can be proposed is an effort to be more creative in choosing teaching methods so that learning becomes more effective. The hope is that a more conducive and enjoyable learning environment will be formed so that it supports the development of student's critical thinking skills in the future. The results of this study are expected to be useful for the development of learning strategies in the academic environment.
SOME ISSUES OF THEFT SUBJECT DETERMINING IN USING ELECTRONIC MEANS OF PAYMENT FOR CRIMES
Authors: Rovneiko Vera V.
Published: January 2025

The article discusses some aspects of determining the subject of theft when committing a crime using electronic means of payment. It can be stated that not only the “physical”, but also the “economic” feature of someone else’s property as an object of theft ceases to be mandatory when committing a crime using EMP. Based on the conducted research, the conclusions are formulated that the EMP in any form and on any medium cannot be the subject of theft, since it is not someone else’s property in the criminal legal sense. When giving a criminal legal assessment of what has been done with any method of seizing an EMP, one should take into account the systemic nature of criminal law prohibitions and use the abstraction of criminal law norms. The alarming trend of gradual abandonment of the classic signs of theft and its subject - someone else’s property - leads to a blurring of the boundaries of the concept of “theft” in Russian criminal law and violates the principle of formal certainty of the criminal law prohibition. It is not justified in any way when it comes to attempts to give an expansive interpretation of the concept of “other people’s property” and to extend the criminal law establishing criminal liability for theft of other people’s property to cases of unlawful seizure of EMP.
CRIMINALIZATION OF THE PERIOD OF THE SMO: SOME REMARKS CONSIDERING AXIOLOGY, TECHNIQUE, VALIDITY
Authors: Karavaeva Yuliya S.
Published: January 2025

Criminalization of the last period of more than ten years is the subject of critical discussion in the scientific community. At the same time, the unprecedented historical moment experienced by the Russian state and society, as it seems, in one way or another should impose its specificity on criminal lawmaking. In the framework of the author’s analysis of lawmaking activity on novelization of the Special Part of the domestic criminal law of the period of the special military operation, the criteria of axiological orientation of novelties, their peculiarities in the context of legislative technique and, finally, the validity of criminalization were taken as a basis. Based on the axiological orientation of criminalization of the period under consideration, the conclusion was made about the obvious consideration by the legislator of real and/or potential risks to the security of the state. It is important that, as a rule, these prohibitions are formulated using the construction of administrative prejudice. In addition, from the point of view of legislative technique, attention is drawn to the criminalization of acts subject, as a general rule, to evaluation in the framework of the doctrine of unfinished crime, the theory of complicity. It is established that the constructions of certain corpus delicti of crimes are flawed due to the use of evaluative concepts and emerging competition with the already existing provisions of the Special Part of the Code. Finally, the assessment of innovations from the position of criminological validity leads to the conclusion that only in five cases out of twelve explanatory notes to draft laws on the introduction of a particular criminal-legal prohibition contained information justifying the conclusion about the public danger of a particular act. Interestingly, the relevant draft laws proposed to establish liability for crimes that infringe on other, not related to the interests of the state, social relations and benefits.
USE OF PRIVATE MILITARY FORMATIONS IN THE METHODOLOGY OF HYBRID WARFARE:
ISSUES OF LEGAL ASSESSMENT
Authors: Serebruev Igor V.
Published: January 2025

Private military companies in their modern form emerged as a consequence and another logical step of the general trend towards the privatization of government functions. At the same time, their activities are among the most pressing and at the same time least settled issues in modern international law and national legal orders. The article examines the current state of legal regulation of the private military services industry in the context of hybrid warfare.
PROBLEMS OF DETERMINING TERRITORIAL JURISDICTION AND JURISDICTION OVER “REMOTE” CRIMES
Authors: Koreshnikov Dmitry S.
Published: January 2025

The development of information and telecommunication networks, as well as the variety of methods of committing crimes, leads to the need to identify the category of “remote crimes”, in which there is a significant distance between the criminal, the act and the results of his activities. Such crimes pose the theoretical problem of determining the place where the crime was committed, which, in turn, is directly related to the practical problem of determining the jurisdiction of criminal cases about these “remote” crimes. The article analyzes the current criminal and criminal procedural legislation, as well as the judicial practice on the issue of determining the location of the crime and the jurisdiction of “remote” crimes. Several approaches to determining jurisdiction have been identified, namely by the place where the criminal act was committed and the place where the crime ended. At the same time, it has been demonstrated that existing approaches are extremely contradictory and do not correspond to legislation, scientific opinions and the needs of practical activity. The article substantiates the need to develop uniform rules for determining jurisdiction by amending the current legislation and adjusting judicial practice. These changes should ultimately ensure the effective implementation of the constitutional right to consider a case by the court to whose jurisdiction it is assigned by law.
THE SPECIFICS OF THE EVOLUTION OF THE LEGISLATIVE CONSOLIDATION OF THE RIGHT TO THE NECESSARY DEFENSE OF THE INVIOLABILITY OF THE HOME IN THE CRIMINAL LAW OF RUSSIA
Authors: Merkuriev Victor V. , Tarakanov Ilya A.
Published: January 2025

The article is devoted to the consideration of the peculiarities of the evolution of the legislative consolidation of the right to the necessary defense of the inviolability of the home in the criminal law of Russia. The subject of the study is the norms of domestic criminal legislation at various stages of historical development. The purpose of the study is to clarify trends in the legislative regulation of the right to harm a person who commits illegal entry into a home. The provisions of various normative legal acts, as well as explanations of the highest judicial instance, are analyzed. Based on the conducted research, conclusions are drawn that allow us to reveal the main trends in the legislative consolidation of the right to the necessary defense of the inviolability of the home in domestic criminal law. In addition, taking into account the identified trends, the authors expressed the opinion that at present, taking into account the needs of ensuring the safety of life, health and property of citizens, there is a clear need for legislative improvement of the right to protection of the inviolability of the home. The direction of such improvement, according to the authors, is to consolidate the principle “my house is my fortress” directly in the text of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. In this regard, the authors support the legislative initiative of deputies of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation related to the proposal to amend Article 37 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. As a justification for the need to make such changes, it is noted that, as a rule, illegal entry into a criminal’s home is not an end in itself, but a way of committing a more socially dangerous crime, both against property and the interests of the individual. In this regard, the authors consider the admissibility and appropriateness of preventive infliction of harm to a person encroaching on the inviolability of the home.
Trafficking of Females: Causes, Personal Characteristics of Victims, Reduction of Victimization, Counteraction
Authors: Kobets Petr N.
Published: January 2025

The need to analyze modern approaches of domestic and foreign specialists on the issues of victims of trafficking (human trafficking) is mainly due to the fact that in the context of the new millennium, most countries have to deal with the active influence in their states of well-organized transnational criminal groups exporting abroad persons who become victims of the slave trade. Today, the identified problems are actually global in nature, since it is difficult to find a state in the world that is not affected by trafficking issues. The Russian Federation is also no exception, since globalization problems have also affected it; therefore, countering the criminal phenomenon in question is also important for our country. The fundamental reasons contributing to the commission of the analyzed criminal activity are its increasingly organized latency and, in addition, these criminal attacks are associated with material need, financial insolvency, as well as the plight of the victims themselves. During the research, the author notes that females who have become victims of the assaults in question are primarily, unlike men, subject to severe stress conditions. In most cases, the basis for such unique personality can be explained by psychological complexes that appeared as a result of experienced criminal conflicts. Therefore, one of the priorities of law enforcement officers should be to ensure the safety of the victims in question. They must be fully provided with various assistance: medical, social, psychological .Victims of these attacks must be assessed as victims of serious illegal acts and it is also important to prevent their revictimization. Today, trafficking is a serious criminal offense related to international crime, which violates people’s rights in one of the most inhumane ways. In this regard, in the future it is necessary to improve measures, which will allow us to provide additional mechanisms for the prevention and prevention of the activities of transnational criminal groups in the field of trafficking.
Ratio of Potential and Real Victims as a Victimological Problem
Authors: Rezyuk Vadim I.
Published: January 2025

The article examines the ratio of potential and real victims as a victimological problem .The author of the article highlights two sides of the problem: the first is related to the methodology for determining the criteria for potential victims and real victims; the second is associated with a direct objective transition from the number of potential victims to the number of real victims .In the context of the first side (related to the methodology for determining the criteria of potential victims and real victims), the author of the article points to the pluralism of opinions, summarizes diverse scientific and official doctrines and notes the corresponding range of criteria: the circle of potential victims is considered within the framework of the positions from “a person may suffer as a result of committing crime” to “any person”, the range of real victims is considered within the framework of positions from “a person is officially recognized as a victim of an act with signs of a crime” to “a person has suffered from an act with signs of a crime, regardless of the official recognition of the status” .In the context of the second side (associated with a direct objective transition from the number of potential victims to the number of real victims) the author of the article notes: the connection of the problem with priority attention not to a dangerous act or event, which is not always formally criminal, but to a crime as a formally qualified act in this way; the specificity and complexity of the process of victimization and its understanding .To solve the first part of the problem, the author of the article suggests: primary attention should be focused not on a crime, but on a dangerous act or event, including a possible one; application of the criterion “in the field of regulatory legal regulation” or similar .To solve the second part of the problem, the author of the article suggests: the structural-victimological aspect should become part of all criminological research, analysis and assessment of all acts, events, incidents; introduction and expansion of the used victimological indicators and other means of studying the consequences of dangerous acts, events, incidents, and their victims themselves
THE ACTIVITIES OF TURAR RYSKULOV AND THE MUSULMAN BUREAU OF THE TURKESTAN REGION
Authors:   Institute of History of the Academy of Sciences of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Radgabov K.
Published: January 2025

The article describes the activities of the famous statesman and politician Turar Ryskulov as the head of the Turkestan Muslim Bureau. It is written on the basis of archival documents, periodicals, as well as the works of T. Ryskulov. The article objectively and truthfully describes the political events that took place in Turkestan in 1919-1920. The socio-political activity of T. Ryskulov as a national communist is analyzed by specific archival data. The secret of the reasons and consequences of his participation in a heated political discussion with the heads of the emissary bodies of the Center for the benefit of local peoples during the establishment and strengthening of communist power in the Republic of Turkestan is revealed. At the same time, an analysis is made of the negative attitude of the Soviet authorities to their political statements about the creation of the Turkish Communist Party, the naming of the region as the "Turkish Soviet republic within the RSFSR".
A REVIEW OF HIGH-ENTROPY ALLOYS AND THEIR APPLICATIONS IN HYDROGEN ENERGY
Authors:   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi Kazakh-Turkish International University, Amangeldieva Y. , Aidarova M. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi Kazakh-Turkish International University, Kurbanbekov Sh.R. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi Kazakh-Turkish International University, Baltabayeva D.E. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi Kazakh-Turkish International University, Ertaev N.S. ,   Khoja Akhmet Yassawi Kazakh-Turkish International University
Published: January 2025

High-entropy alloys (HEAs) have become an important area of ​​modern materials development due to their unique physicochemical properties and are promising for application in hydrogen energy. This paper reviews the latest research on the application of HEAs for hydrogen storage with an emphasis on their microstructure, synthesis and design methods, and storage properties. The advantages of HEAs are discussed, including high stability at various temperatures and pressures, mechanical strength, and hydrogen absorption capacity; examples of single-component and multicomponent alloys are given. Examples of alloys with single- and multicomponent phases, including BCC and Laves phases, and their ability to efficiently absorb and desorb hydrogen are considered. The results of studies confirming the high storage density and corrosion resistance of HEAs, which contributes to their long-term operation and reduced maintenance costs, are presented. Current limitations, such as the need to improve the ductility and stability of phase structures, are also discussed. The paper suggests directions for further research, including the development of methods for composition optimization and structural modification, which will improve the thermodynamic properties of HEAs and adapt them for hydrogen storage in industrial conditions. The importance of further study of these materials for the advancement of hydrogen technologies and the development of sustainable energy sources, which will facilitate the transition to environmentally friendly energy, is emphasized.
The Place of the Tulunid Dynasty in Islamic History
Authors:   International Islamic Academy, Aripova Zukhra
Published: January 2025

The article focuses on the Tulunids, one of the Turkic dynasties that ruled Egypt from 868 to 905. It analyzes the works and conclusions of medieval historians and modern researchers from Russia, Turkey, and Arab countries who have studied this period. Abu Abbas Ahmad ibn Tulun, the founder of the dynasty, was born in Baghdad but his roots trace back to Bukhara. The Tulunids became the first Turkic dynasty to secede from the caliphate and rule Egypt. The article delves into the historical circumstances of the emergence of the Tulunid state, its political history, economy, and social relations. Particular attention is paid to Ahmad ibn Tulun's attempt to move the residence of the Abbasid caliph Mutamid to Cairo to legitimize his power. However, due to the opposition of the caliph's brother, Ahmad al-Muwaffaq, this plan was not realized.

Given that the origins of the Tulunid dynasty are linked to Central Asia, studying the political processes they carried out and the factors that contributed to Egypt's rise in the Middle Ages is a crucial study that allows us to assess the contribution of Turkic dynasties to medieval history. Medieval and modern researchers consider the 37-year period of the Tulunid dynasty's rule to be the "Golden Age" of medieval Egyptian history.

This research paper is grounded in universally accepted historical methods, including historicism, comparative-logical analysis, sequence, objectivity, systematicity, and scientific rigor. Through comparison, analysis, and evaluation of the scientific works of medieval historians and contemporary researchers, an attempt has been made to provide objective conclusions about the Tulunids in Egypt.
State Policies of Linguistic Homogenization in the Context of National Integration: Global Models and Contemporary Challenges
Authors:   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kurmanaliyeva A. , Kogabayeva A. ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University
Published: January 2025

This article examines the policies of national language homogenization and national integration in China, Indonesia, and the Baltic states (Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia). Despite their different historical and cultural backgrounds, these countries employ similar mechanisms, including legislative measures, educational programs, and other initiatives aimed at promoting the national language. Similarities include the strengthening of national languages ​​from a constitutional and legal perspective, compulsory language education starting in primary school, and the use of language policy for social integration and the development of national identity. However, there are significant differences in their approaches and outcomes. China’s policy focuses on overcoming regional differences and assimilating ethnic minorities, Indonesia’s approach focuses on unifying its multi-ethnic population through a neutral Indonesian language, and the Baltic states focus on reviving national languages ​​after Soviet Russification. The reactions of ethnic minorities have been mixed: strong opposition in China, moderate approval in Indonesia, and serious concerns in the Baltic states. From an economic point of view, knowledge of the national language is very important in all regions, but only a few groups of the population are marginalized due to language barriers. This analysis highlights the need to adapt language policies to the local context and cultural characteristics in order to achieve effective social integration and economic development.
Effect of Subject-linked Career Education Program on Career Decision Self-efficacy of Electronics Students in Specialized High School
Authors:   Global Knowledge and Convergence Association, Hwang Kyungjin , Kim Suri
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study is to develop a career education program linked to major subject classes for specialized high school students and to analyze the effect of the program on career decision-making self-efficacy. To this end, a teachinglearning plan was prepared that linked career education and NCS subject practical education, and an electronic subject-linked career education program (6th poem) and activity sheet were developed and utilized. The study was conducted by selecting 35 third-year students from Y specialized high school in Seongnam City, Gyeonggi-do as the experimental group and 20 third-year students from the Information and Communication Department as the control group. Data were collected using a shortened career decision-making self-efficacy scale and analyzed using a statistical program SPSS ver 20.0. An independent sample t-test was conducted to verify homogeneity, and an independent sample t-test and an intra-group response sample t-test were performed to verify the effect after the program was implemented. In addition, a qualitative evaluation of the program was conducted through activity impressions and satisfaction surveys. As a result of the study, first, a sixth electronic subject-linked career education program was developed that linked subject classes and career education. Second, as a result of the pre-post test of the experimental group, it was confirmed that the career decision-making self-efficacy was significantly improved (t=-3.94, p<0.001). In the survey of students’ impressions and satisfaction, the positive response and high satisfaction with the subject-linked career education program were shown, and the effectiveness of the program was verified.
Current Status of AI Programming Education for Non-Majors
Authors:   Global Knowledge and Convergence Association, Pi Suyoung , Lee Junga
Published: January 2025

This study conducted a meta-analysis to analyze the effectiveness of artificial intelligence education targeted at non-majors. Among 20 papers published until January 2024 on AI programming education for non-majors, 12 papers including statistical data were selected, excluding 4 papers that were simple surveys or singlegroup studies. The final selection consisted of 8 papers, all of which were published in academic journals. The research findings showed that the overall effect size of AI programming education was 0.502, indicating a moderate level of effectiveness and substantiating its practical educational impact significantly with a significance level of <.001. Analyzing the educational effects based on programming language types, block-based educational programming languages demonstrated the highest average effect size of 0.713. This suggests that educational programming languages provide learners with opportunities to experience AI without significant difficulty, thereby fostering active participation and interest in classes. Adjusting the difficulty and accessibility of educational content is essential to facilitate non-majors’ easier access to AI and programming. This integration of domain knowledge and AI technology can lead to solving new problems and generating innovative ideas, thereby promoting the application of AI in various academic fields. This study is expected to contribute to the effective design of AI programming education for non-majors and provide direction for future research and educational program development.
Development of Practical Music Major Curriculum Model Based on Student Career Exploration - Focusing on the case of M College
Authors:   Global Knowledge and Convergence Association, Yang Eunjoo , Kim Sangyeol
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this study was to provide basic theories necessary for model development for curriculum design that can help college students majoring in practical music. To this end, data were collected for college students enrolled in the Department of Practical Music at M College in Seoul, and t-test and ANOVA were conducted using SPSS 30.0. In addition, interviews were conducted with industry experts working in the fields of performance, composition, sound, music business, and video music to design a curriculum model that reflects the work environment and characteristics of the music industry. As a result of analyzing the data, industry experts said that it is important to acquire the latest technology to adapt to changes in the technology environment, changes in platforms for music consumption, and changes in consumption trends in career activities, but apart from this, students were preparing for careers that were far from the job competencies required in the industrial field, focusing on music and artistic orientation. To address this gap, essential job competency courses were derived to grow into practical music professionals suitable for the changing times, and a model was presented to arrange the courses sequentially according to their importance in the industrial field. In order for K-POP to continue to receive global attention, it is necessary to improve the recruitment structure of the music industry and policy support for the overall culture and arts industry, along with continuous research on the curriculum of practical music education institutions.
A Preliminary Discussion on the Tourism Resource Development of Local Oral Content - Focusing on the Possibility of Applying the Convergent Concepts of Cultural Memory, Oral Culture, and Storytelling
Authors:   Global Knowledge and Convergence Association, Min Woongki
Published: January 2025

This study organized the concepts of cultural memory, oral culture, and storytelling for tourism resource development of local oral content, and discussed how these concepts can be integrated and applied to the tourism development process of local communities at a preliminary level. The prototype of local oral content can be a combination of various factual and virtual implementations of cultural memory members of a local community share. Local oral content transmits and preserves collective knowledge through cultural memory, helping establish the cultural identity of humans. Oral content based on a specific local culture has the characteristic of a convergent cultural content that combines academic concepts such as literature, history, art, and philosophy. The storytelling plays a role in mediating various humanistic concepts in the process of developing local oral content into tourism resources. The storytelling process helps various social products with orality to be interpreted by human memory, given special cultural meanings, and established as a unique oral culture of the region. As part of the preliminary study for tourism resource development of local oral content, the study on the concepts of implementing a convergence knowledge ecosystem related to cultural memory, oral culture, and storytelling is significant as an academic study based on the humanities.
Implications of East Germany and Central and Eastern Europe’s Systemic Transition for Korean Reunification
Authors:   Global Knowledge and Convergence Association, Kim Kyungrae
Published: January 2025

This paper seeks to draw insights for the reunification of South and North Korea through the cases of East Germany and Central and Eastern Europe, which attempted systemic transitions to democracy and market economies following the collapse of socialism. Extensive research has accumulated on the fall of the Berlin Wall and German reunification in 1989/90. However, by analyzing transitions from single-party, planned economic systems to pluralistic democratic political systems in Central and Eastern Europe, it is essential to develop scholarly discussions on peace and reunification on the Korean Peninsula, regardless of how the future unfolds. A clear finding from the systemic transitions in Central and Eastern Europe is that, while institutional establishment is crucial for transformation, it is equally important that people’s awareness and consciousness support democracy and market economics. The rise of far-right populism and authoritarianism in East Germany and Eastern Europe highlights the importance of both institutions and consciousness. In this regard, South and North Korea must prepare for systemic transition based on mutual trust through ongoing exchanges.
Formulation and Evaluation of Silver Nanogel of Delonix Regia & Its Antimicrobial Activity
Authors: Sakshi Sakshi , Rawat A. K. S.
Published: January 2025

Silver nanoparticles (Ag-NPs) possess exceptional properties such as surface plasmon resonance, thermal and electrical conductivity, size-dependent optical properties, and catalytic activities that make them enduringly appealing to society. The present study was based on the Formulation and evaluation of silver nanogel of Delonix regia & its antimicrobial activity. The seeds, leaves & bark of Delonix regia were collected from a local market in Lucknow, UP, India. The plant material, bark, leaves and seeds of Delonix regia were identified and authenticated by Dr. Sunita Garg, Scientist, Plant Diversity, Systematics and Herbarium Division, CSIR-NIScPR, New Delhi. The dried seeds, leaves and bark of Delonix regia were extracted using Soxhlet apparatus and concentrated through rotatory evaporator. Phytochemical screening was performed for all the extracts. Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa were procured from the Institute of Microbial Technology (IMTECH), Chandigarh, India. Firstly, nanoparticles were synthesized and evaluated for UV-visible spectroscopy. The silver nanogel was formulated by dispersing a gel-forming agent. The nanogel was characterized for physical appearances, droplet size & polydispersity index (PDI) and SEM analysis. The antimicrobial activity of silver nanogels was determined by the zone of Inhibition using cup plate method. From the antimicrobial potential of silver nanogels it can be concluded that, silver nanogel namely Silver nanogel of Delonix regia seed, bark (Ethanolic extract, Silver nanogel of Delonix regia seed, leaves, bark (Hexane extract), Silver nanogel of Delonix regia leaves, seed & bark (Hydroalcoholic extract), showed good antimicrobial activity against microbial strain.
Exploring the Lived Experiences of Fire Survivors: Through Photovoice
Authors: Bacus John Vincent B. , Blaya Joshua T. , Reponte Freshly Clair Q. , Yamaro Jessie Mae B. , Cuevas Jr. Jose F.
Published: January 2025

This study explored the challenges and experiences of fire survivors in the aftermath of fire incidents, examining the physical, emotional, and social impacts of these traumatic events, as well as the support systems and resources available to aid their recovery. The study utilized a Photovoice methodology, with eight (8) participants purposefully selecting fire survivors and collecting photographs to capture their lived experiences. Analysis of these data revealed four key themes: (1) Fragility and Resilience of Life, (2) Loss and Rebuilding, (3) Tangible and Intangible Losses, and (4) Community and Shared Responsibility. The research highlights the need to address both practical and emotional needs during recovery, acknowledging the profound emotional toll of fire. Despite facing significant losses, survivors demonstrate remarkable strength in rebuilding their lives. The study emphasizes the importance of proactive measures, including improved fire safety education and preparedness, to minimize vulnerabilities and enhance community resilience in the face of fire emergencies. The study recommends a comprehensive plan to strengthen fire resilience, emphasizing community-based fire safety education, robust support systems for survivors, integrated psychological support in recovery plans, strengthened fire prevention policies, and collaborative efforts between government, NGOs, and communities. Additionally, the study calls for further research on the long-term psychological impacts of fire disasters to inform targeted interventions and support systems for survivors.
Systematic Literature Review the Influence of Project-Based Learning (PJBL) on Critical Thinking and Creative Thinking Skills of Vocational High School Students
Authors: Andriyanto Arif , Rahdiyanta Dwi
Published: January 2025

STEM or Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics-based learning is one of the alternative learning methods that can be used to develop critical thinking skills and communication skills of students. STEM learning methods can be packaged in the form of project-based learning models such as Project- Based Learning (PjBL). Project- Based Learning (PjBL) is a learning model that is centered on students to work on projects in the form of a series of complex tasks so that it can stimulate critical thinking skills and communication skills of students. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the influence of Project- Based Learning (PjBL) on critical and creative thinking skills in Vocational High School (VHS) students. The methodology used in compiling this article is a literature study from relevant journals. The results of the study indicate that the Project- Based Learning (PjBL) is able to provide a positive impact on the development of critical thinking and creative thinking skills of students.
Ethical Implications of Deceit in Religious Narratives
Authors: Tchamba Augustin
Published: January 2025

This paper investigates the ethical dimensions of divine deception through a case study of the biblical story of Hebrew midwives in Exodus 1. It zeroes in on the moral dilemma faced by the Hebrew midwives, Shiphrah and Puah from Exodus, who courageously defied Pharaoh’s directive to kill newborn boys. The narrative pits faith against ethics and deception against a higher moral calling, then asks whether there is any justification for lying in the latter’s execution. The midwives’ story is an object lesson in examining big-picture moral philosophy, e.g., providentialism, cross-temporal differences, or the intersection of civil disobedience and laws regarding a whistleblower concept (the ethical practice of revealing information that is believed to be evidence of wrongdoing). This mirrors the moral quandary when the authority conflicts with the moral code. By conducting contextual, interpretive, and semantic analysis, the thesis highlights the depth of the midwives’ actions and the lessons they hold for current ethical conundrums, like the ethics of civil disobedience and the moral significance of whistleblowing. It raises the question of how spirituality informs decision-making today. No matter how one interprets the moral standing behind the midwives’ decisions, the paper ultimately asserts that this is a central parable with a potent allegory about the moral crossroads one faces between justice, mercy, and supporting oppression. It ends with the lesson that deception is not a means to an end and that God does not support deception in reaching something higher. The midwives were praised for fearing God, not for lying.