bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effects of Simulation on Students Achievement, Retention, and Skill Performance in Motor Vehicle Mechanic in Niger State, Nigeria
Authors: Aliyu Mustapha  , Robert Ogbanje Okwori  , Abdullahi Abubakar Kutiriko  , Abdullahi Raji Egigogo
Published: December 2024

Traditional teaching methods, such as lectures, have long been criticized for their lack of innovation and passive learning approach, particularly in technical disciplines like Motor Vehicle Mechanics (MVM). This study explores the impact of simulation-based instruction, using the Motor Vehicle Mechanic Computer Animation Instructional Package (MVMCAIP), compared to conventional methods in enhancing students' achievement, retention, and skill performance. Employing a quasi-experimental and descriptive multi-method design, the research was conducted across technical colleges in Niger State, involving 118 Technical College II students. Of these, 58 students were taught using MVMCAIP, while 60 received traditional instruction. Data collection tools included the Motor Vehicle Mechanic Achievement Retention Test (MVMART), the Motor Vehicle Mechanic Skill Performance Test (MVMSPT), and lesson plans. Findings reveal that simulation-based instruction significantly enhances student performance across all metrics, with gender influencing achievement scores but showing no significant interaction effect with instructional methods. These results highlight the potential of simulation tools to revolutionize technical education by providing interactive, engaging, and effective learning experiences. The study recommends integrating simulation technologies like MVMCAIP into MVM curricula and prioritizing professional development programs to enhance educators’ proficiency with these tools, paving the way for more impactful and future-ready technical education.
Contesting Hegemonic Narratives
Authors: Stueng Saia Marilena
Published: December 2024

This article explores how Sámi youth engage with Sámi literature and film as an act of decolonisation and philosophical self-determination; it focuses on their reception of fictional texts and their relationship with truth. Drawing on reviews published in Š Nuoraidmagasiidna, a Sámi youth magazine, this research demonstrates how young reviewers interpret literature as an alternative narrative of truth; it challenges Nordic national regimes of truth and histories of colonialism through the revival of Sámi stories. Using qualitative analysis, this research highlights the pragmatic ways Sámi youth read and evaluate literature, emphasising its role in verifying or falsifying historical and contemporary Sámi realities. The findings suggest that for Nordic countries to achieve meaningful truth and reconciliation, there must be space for ‘gulahallan’, a Sámi term referring to communication and an understanding of Sámi perspectives on truth, particularly those of Sámi youth. These receptions are tools for navigating personal and collective experiences within and beyond colonial structures. This study also proposes a pragmatic educational philosophy of Sámi literature that addresses both Indigenous and non-Indigenous students. By centring Sámi youth voices, this research underscores the decolonial potential of literature to inspire identity formation, foster dialogue and cultivate understanding across cultural divides.
PANORAMA DAS ARTICULAÇÕES ENTRE O ESTUDO DE IMPACTO DE VIZINHANÇA SOB DO DESENVOLVIMENTO SUSTENTÁVEL
Authors: Bittencourt Armando Augusto Coelho da Silva , Lima Fabrício Paiva , Coutinho Erik Cuellar , Da Silva Josyane Brasil , Cascaes Junior Octavio Dourado , Gutierrez Lucy Anne Cardoso Lobão , Da Silva Elzelis Muller , Coutinho Eliane de Castro
Published: December 2024

O Estudo do Impacto de Vizinhança (EIV) tem como objetivo a identificação a identificação de forma prévia os possíveis impactos urbanísticos, positivos e negativos, em decorrência da implantação de empreendimentos ou atividades de grande porte em áreas físicas dentro do município. Por essa razão esta pesquisa visou levantar as evidências científicas sobre os avanços e desafios para a utilização do EIV nos municípios brasileiros sob o viés da Meta 11.1 do ODS. Para tanto, como escolha metodológica, foi desenvolvida uma Revisão Integrativa da Literatura realizada por meio de uma abordagem qualitativa, considerada como apropriada para se discutir como vem sendo construído o conhecimento sobre os avanços e desafios para a utilização do EIV e o crescimento urbano desordenado e sua importância para as cidades, população e o cuidado necessário com a conservação do meio ambiente. Ao concluir a presente pesquisa ficou evidenciado que o EIV é uma ferramenta que se adotada de forma eficiente será capaz de contribuir com a criação de cidades sustentáveis, por meio do equilíbrio entre crescimento econômico, proteção ambiental e equidade social. Válido acrescentar que o conteúdo das pesquisas permitem afirmar que se mostra primordial a adoção de ferramentas que contribuam com a sustentabilidade das cidades e assim garantir o acesso equitativo a recursos e oportunidades e melhorar a qualidade de vida de todos os residentes.
SOLUÇÕES BASEADAS NA NATUREZA E O DESAFIO DO SANEAMENTO BÁSICO EM FAVELAS E COMUNIDADESA URBANAS: UMA ANÁLISE DA FAVELA JARDIM NOVA ESPERANÇA EM SÃO JOSÉ DOS CAMPOS-SP
Authors: Vieira José Moacir de Sousa , Villanova Luana Braz , Gomes Cilene , Mendes Rodolfo Moreda , Valério Filho Mário
Published: December 2024

O Brasil enfrenta uma desigualdade persistente no acesso ao saneamento básico, especialmente em áreas vulneráveis. Segundo o Censo Demográfico, de 2022, cerca de 50 milhões de brasileiros vivem em domicílios com acesso precário aos serviços de esgotamento sanitário. O objetivo deste estudo é investigar a viabilidade das Soluções Baseadas na Natureza (SBN) como alternativas sustentáveis para o esgotamento sanitário em favelas e comunidades urbanas. O foco está na implementação de sistemas descentralizados que utilizam processos naturais e tecnologias locais, visando atender às necessidades dessas comunidades de maneira sustentável, promovendo benefícios ambientais, sociais e econômicos, sempre respeitando os ciclos ecológicos. Adotamos uma abordagem dialética e utilizamos a metodologia de pesquisa documental indireta, fundamentada em dados de institutos de pesquisa e em revisão bibliográfica. Foi realizado um estudo de caso na Favela Jardim Nova Esperança, conhecida como Banhado, em São José dos Campos-SP, considerada uma Cidade Inteligente e tecnológica. Essa comunidade enfrenta desafios de irregularidade fundiária e precariedade notável no saneamento básico. No contexto do Objetivo de Desenvolvimento Sustentável número 6 (ODS 6), criado pela Organização das Nações Unidas (ONU) na Cúpula do Milênio no ano 2000, que visa assegurar o acesso universal e equitativo à água potável e saneamento adequado até 2030, este estudo destaca como as SBN podem contribuir para a melhoria das condições de saneamento em áreas vulneráveis, alinhando-se aos objetivos globais de desenvolvimento sustentável. A implementação de soluções descentralizadas de esgotamento sanitário pode contribuir diretamente para a redução das desigualdades no acesso ao saneamento e na mitigação de impactos ambientais e socioespaciais nesses territórios. Concluímos que as SBN têm potencial para expandir o acesso ao esgotamento sanitário em áreas vulneráveis, oferecendo soluções inovadoras e eficazes para o problema. Essas alternativas promovem inclusão social e ambiental e reforçam a importância de modelos descentralizados de saneamento como estratégias para um desenvolvimento urbano mais equitativo e sustentável.
AVANÇOS E LIMITAÇÕES DAS POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS DE SAÚDE MENTAL: PERSPECTIVA PARA O FUTURO
Authors: De Oliveira Lidiane Souto , Paixão Lucélia Alves , Moreira Kênia Souto , Ribeiro Marcelo Mendes , Bello Gustavo de Oliveira , Biscaia Patrícia Bubna , Jacomini Julia , Rodrigues Larissa Zepka Baumgarten , Siqueira Nathalya Gonçalves , Roldi Amanda Calzi
Published: December 2024

Este estudo tem como objetivo analisar os avanços e limitações das políticas públicas de saúde mental no Brasil, destacando as mudanças implementadas pela Lei nº 10.216/2001, que redirecionou o modelo assistencial em saúde mental, e a criação da Rede de Atenção Psicossocial (RAPS). A pesquisa foi conduzida por meio de uma revisão bibliográfica qualitativa, com foco nas legislações, programas e ações governamentais relacionadas à saúde mental no país, com ênfase na desinstitucionalização e na inclusão social das pessoas com transtornos mentais. A análise das políticas públicas revela que, apesar dos avanços significativos, como a criação de um modelo mais humanizado e comunitário de cuidado, ainda existem obstáculos estruturais, como a escassez de recursos, a falta de capacitação de profissionais e a persistência do estigma. A inclusão social das pessoas com transtornos mentais continua sendo um desafio, e a superação desse estigma é essencial para a efetiva implementação das políticas. O estudo também aponta a necessidade de uma abordagem integrada, que envolva diferentes setores da sociedade, para garantir o acesso universal e igualitário ao cuidado em saúde mental. Assim, o trabalho destaca a importância da continuidade das reformas, com a promoção de políticas intersetoriais e a educação em saúde, visando garantir uma maior eficácia no atendimento e uma sociedade mais inclusiva.
ABORDAGEM MULTIDISCIPLINAR NO TRATAMENTO CIRÚRGICO E REABILITAÇÃO DE PACIENTES COM QUEIMADURAS: IMPLICAÇÕES NEUROLÓGICAS E EMOCIONAIS
Authors: Silva Bruno Leonardo Wadson , Barbosa Thiago Dantas Diogo
Published: December 2024

O presente artigo apresenta uma revisão sobre os desafios do tratamento de queimaduras, com ênfase nas implicações neurológicas e emocionais enfrentadas pelos pacientes submetidos a cirurgias plásticas. A pesquisa aborda as fases de recuperação, os aspectos clínicos das complicações neurológicas e o impacto psicológico, destacando a importância de uma abordagem multidisciplinar para otimizar a recuperação e melhorar a qualidade de vida. O artigo também discute as opções de tratamento cirúrgico, como enxertos e retalhos, e seu papel crucial na restauração funcional e estética. A conclusão sugere a necessidade de políticas de saúde pública adaptativas e práticas clínicas integradas para o manejo de pacientes queimados.
PROPRIEDADES BIOLÓGICAS DO PEQUIZEIRO DE INTERESSE PARA A SAÚDE HUMANA: UMA REVISÃO NARRATIVA
Authors: Mota Carolinne Alves , Marinho Esther Alves , Ramos Gustavo Rocha , Martins Luan Gabriel Souza , Marinho Rebecca Alves , De Almeida Brendha , Schmidt Davi Lopes , Barbosa Eduarda Lessa Lopes , Mendes Natália Alves Almeida , Egêa Robson Rosa , Damasceno Stella Andrade , Dias Vinicius Bérgamo , Moreira João Afonso Mendes , Pereira Laissa Geovana Cardoso , de Paula-Júnior Waldemar
Published: December 2024

Objetivo: Descrever os impactos imunológicos, anti-inflamatórios, analgésicos, antifúngicos, antibióticos e no controle de doenças decorrentes da utilização do Caryocar brasiliense nos campos da ciência e da medicina. Método: Estudo qualitativo de revisão narrativa realizado a partir de buscas em seis bases de indexação, tendo como período de referência os últimos 24 anos. Foram considerados estudos desenvolvidos em seres humanos, animais ou em cultura celular, publicados nos idiomas espanhol, inglês ou português. Foram encontrados 281 artigos e, após excluir trabalhos duplicados, triplicados ou constantes, restaram 164. Após análise de títulos e resumos, os trabalhos considerados não relevantes para o tema abordado foram excluídos, restando um total de 18 artigos. Resultados: Dos 18 artigos analisados, 44,44% apontam sobre os impactos do Caryocar brasiliense na atividade anti-inflamatória e analgésica, 22,22% na atividade antibiótica, 16,67% destacam os efeitos no controle de doenças e 11,11% os efeitos antifúngicos. No que se refere às implicações imunológicas do C. brasiliense, somente 1 artigo apontou sobre tal ação. Conclusão: Este estudo aborda os vários benefícios que o uso fitoterápico dos componentes derivados do pequi pode proporcionar à saúde humana. Todavia, ainda há escassez de ensaios clínicos para avaliar melhor os impactos desses compostos vegetais, necessitando de futuras pesquisas que explorem seus mecanismos de ação e aplicações terapêuticas.
DO PERDÃO À PROTEÇÃO: O RECONHECIMENTO DA PRIMEIRA ANISTIA E UM PASSO RUMO À SALVAGUARDA DOS DIREITOS INDÍGENAS
Authors: De Souza Bethânia Cavalcanti , Corrêa Érica de Azevedo , França Mhardoqueu G. Lima
Published: December 2024

O presente artigo busca analisar alguns dos aspectos que permearam a concessão da primeira anistia aos povos indígenas pelo Brasil. Assim, de maneira específica, pretende-se realizar uma breve análise histórica, demonstrando a sequência considerável das violações de direitos sofridas pelos povos originários; em seguida, o trabalho se propõe a abordar pontos específicos no tocante aos conflitos de territórios e degradação ambiental; e, por fim, expor a importância do procedimento protetivo para a concretização de direitos. O trabalho foi efetuado com base em pesquisas bibliográficas e utilizou-se do método hipotético-dedutivo, tendo como premissa a importância do reconhecimento dos equívocos cometidos no passado, para a garantia de políticas públicas eficazes.
REGULAÇÃO DE FILAS NA ATENÇÃO SECUNDÁRIA EM ODONTOLOGIA NO BRASIL E O PAPEL DO PRONTUÁRIO ELETRÔNICO: REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Silva Luis Felipe de Souza , Abreu Ana Luíza de Lima , Drumond André Vinícius Fagundes , Cunha Júlia Braga , Oliveira Layra Valéria de Faria , Carvalho Marcelly Lorrany Lopes , Alves Marielly Kémilly Sousa , Pereira Rafaella Evelyn Gonçalves , Pereira Sabrina Medeiros , Silva Thaísa Cristina de Souza , Carvalho Thiago de Amorim
Published: December 2024

The electronic medical record (EP) plays a crucial role in regulating the queues in secondary care in dentistry in Brazil. Secondary care is represented by the Dental Specialty Centers (CEO) which aim to expand access to specialized services, such as oral cancer diagnosis, endodontics, periodontics, minor oral surgery and care for people with special needs. This paper aims to analyze the management of queues in secondary care in dentistry in Brazil, highlighting the role of the electronic medical record as an essential instrument to improve the administration of access to specialized services and ensure continuity of care within the scope of the Unified Health System (SUS). For the analysis, a literature review was carried out in databases such as Pubmed/Medline, Google Scholar, VHL, and Scielo, considering studies published in the last 10 years (2014-2024). Only articles available in full and in Portuguese were included, in addition to official data from the Ministry of Health. The implementation of electronic medical records has the potential to improve demand management, improving communication between levels of care and ensuring continuity of care. However, there are some challenges to be faced in the implementation of this system, such as resistance from professionals, lack of training, and inadequate infrastructure. Despite this, digital integration is seen as a promising tool to optimize workflow and reduce queues and promote better patient care.
HEALTH EDUCATIONAL INTERVENTIONS IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION I IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS: A SCOPE REVIEW
Authors: de Almeida Ana Beatriz Bomfim , Araujo Jomária Alessandra Queiroz de Cerqueira , Simões Lucas , Moraes Laise Monteiro Campos , Ramos Leila Valverde
Published: December 2024

INTRODUCTION: Health education is considered essential for child development, and it is recommended that elementary school include it in the school curriculum for pre-adolescents and children. In this context, it is important that schools adopt an educational approach to promote knowledge and awareness about health in a broader context, which includes both the school and the family. OBJECTIVES: To conduct a scoping review on the influence of health education interventions on the development of elementary school students in public schools. METHODOLOGY: A scoping review was carried out in June 2024. The descriptors used were "Anatomy", "Child development", "Health education" and "Educational intervention", as well as the equivalent terms in English, combined using the Boolean operators AND and OR. The search was conducted in the Scielo, Pubmed, Public Knowledge Project, Pesquisa, Ciência e Saúde and Eric databases. Experimental articles published between 1994 and 2024 were included in the review, with no language restrictions. The inclusion criteria included studies that addressed topics related to anatomy, child development, health education, or educational intervention. Articles that did not detail the methodology or were not conducted in a school environment were excluded. RESULTS: The search in the databases resulted in 20 articles, of which 12 were selected for inclusion: 5 from Scielo, 2 from Pubmed, 3 from the Public Knowledge Project, 1 from Pesquisa, Ciência e Saúde, and 1 from Eric. The present study revealed that, considering the time frame of the research, there is a shortage of publications on the subject, which makes this study even more relevant. The inclusion of topics related to health education in the Elementary School I curriculum is crucial for the integral development of children and pre-adolescents. The studies highlight the importance of educational approaches that promote knowledge and awareness about health, anatomy, and well-being, considering the school and family context. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: It can be inferred that the addition of education and health themes in Elementary School I can be beneficial for the physical, mental and social development of students and their communities. Educational strategies should be adapted to be culturally relevant and accessible, ensuring that students can apply the knowledge acquired in their daily lives.
INTERSECTIONALITY, MENTAL HEALTH AND THE REMAINING BLACK POPULATION OF QUILOMBO: THE NECROPOLITICS OF INVISIBILITY AND ABANDONMENT
Authors: Nascimento Maria Luiza Oliveira , de Deus Marília Queiroz Silva , Lopes Bruna Sena , Silva Roney Cleber Santos , Oliveira Adriana Ferreira da Silva Chaves , Vieira Eclaudiane Moraes , Santos Cássio Cristiano Damasceno , Silva Antônio Carlos Santos , Ramos Rebeca Dias , Nascimento Mariana de Jesus , Cardoso Isabella Rios , Silva Jéssica Souza
Published: December 2024

Mental health problems are a global public health problem, with Brazil having the highest prevalence of depression and the second highest prevalence in the Americas (WHO, 2022). However, mental health problems do not occur homogeneously across the population, with the most vulnerable populations from a social point of view being at the mercy of a more pronounced morbidity and mortality process. From this perspective, the remaining black population of quilombos, intersected by systemic racism, invisibility, and social inequalities, are more prone to the development and incidence of mental health problems. The objective of this study was to highlight in the Brazilian scientific literature the impact on the mental health of black people remaining in quilombos. This is an integrative literature review study with a qualitative approach. The PICO strategy was used to develop the study. The guiding question was established: what is the scientific evidence on the impact of mental health on the remaining quilombo population in Brazil? The platforms used for research were Google Scholar and Scientific Electronic Library Online (Scielo), with the descriptors: "mental health", "black population" and "quilombola", using the Boolean operator AND. For sample analysis, the steps of analytical, critical and detailed reading of the texts were followed. 04 studies were excluded when the inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied and 04 were used to compose the present study. The results showed that social and economic indicators are related to the health and mental well-being of individuals. Thus, the black population belonging to quilombola communities bear the worst indicators when considering access, morbidity and mortality due to various health problems, especially regarding mental health. The process of enslavement and then abandonment by social policies oppresses this population to such an extent that it compromises their survival and strategies for facing life. Structural racism permeates the conditions of life and health of this population. Furthermore, since this is a minority group within the Brazilian black population, which faces social, economic and racial inequalities, there is a lack of data and studies that address this issue, pointing to an epistemological invisibility around its dynamics and the consequences for the health of this population. Finally, there is a need to strengthen the health care policy for the remaining black population in quilombos in Brazil.
MEDICINAL USE OF CARAPA GUIANENSIS (ANDIROBA) – AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW
Authors: da Costa Neto Ivaniro Rodrigues , Rodrigues Matheus da Silva , Dias Yuri Alefh Saraiva , Ferreira William de Souza , de Moraes Jeovanna Brito , Lima Fabricio Viana Pereira , Tuji Fabricio Mesquita
Published: December 2024

The study of teacher education and training for the effective use of technology, including artificial intelligence, is imperative today, as it not only redefines pedagogical practices, but also shapes the future of education, empowering educators to skillfully navigate an ever-evolving educational landscape. In this scenario, this article critically examines teacher training for the effective use of digital technologies, focusing on the growing relevance of artificial intelligence in contemporary education. Through an innovative approach, the text explores training strategies that go beyond mere technical proficiency, highlighting the importance of digital and data literacy, as well as harmonious collaboration between educators and artificial intelligence. Ethical challenges, humanistic considerations and strategies for evaluating the effectiveness of technology training are discussed. By addressing barriers and proposing strategies to overcome them, the article concludes the discussion with reflections on future perspectives, outlining an educational horizon where technology and pedagogy converge to promote more efficient and innovative learning.
Internalisasi Kearifan Lokal Dalam Kegiatan Pembelajaran Sosiologi
Authors: Cesara Luthfi Rayyan , Patmawati Patmawati
Published: December 2024

Pendidikan sangatlah penting dalam kemajuan bangsa dan kehidupan sosial masyarakat. Dalam pembelajaran rumpun ilmu sosial seperti sosiologi, peserta didik diharapkan mampu menganalisis berbagai dinamika sosial dalam masyarakat, eksistensi kearifan lokal dalam kehidupan komunitas sebagai dampak dari globalisasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Systematic Literature Review dengan menelaah penelitian yang pernah ada sebelumnya. Kumpulan data pada penelitian ini adalah artikel yang dimuat oleh jurnal terindeks seperti Google Schoolar, Scopus maupun Researchgate. Hasil pencarian didapatkan 11 jurnal dengan 6 jurnal nasional dan 5 jurnal internasional yang berkaitan dengan penerapan nilai – nilai kearifan lokal dalam kegiatan pembelajaran. Hasil perbandingan dan analisis terhadap penelitian sebelumnya ialah dalam kegiatan pembelajaran, kearifan lokal memiliki peran krusial terhadap peserta didik. Menerapkan nilai kearifan lokal dalam pembelajaran sosiologi merupakan upaya untuk menghubungkan teori dalam sosiologi dengan realitas sosial pada masyarakat sehingga kegiatan pembelajaran menjadi lebih relevan dan bermakna.
Ulinganisho wa Uingizaji wa Vidahizo Homonimu katika Kamusi ya Kiswahili Sanifu Toleo la Nne na Kamusi la Kiswahili Fasaha Toleo la Kwanza
Authors:   Chuo Kikuu cha Tumaini Makumira, Magembe Rehema Julius , Mgecha Perida ,   Chuo Kikuu cha Tumaini Makumira
Published: December 2024

Makala haya yanalinganisha uingizaji wa vidahizo homonimu katika Kamusi ya Kiswahili Sanifu toleo la nne (KKS4) (2004) na Kamusi la Kiswahili Fasaha toleo la kwanza (KKF1) (2010). Malengo mahususi ya makala haya ni kueleza tofauti na ufanano unaojitokeza katika uingizaji wa vidahizo homonimu baina ya kamusi hizo mbili. Mbinu ya uchambuzi matini imetumika kupata data za makala haya. Makala haya yameongozwa na Nadharia ya Metaleksikografia iliyoasisiwa na Weigand (1984). Matokeo yanaonesha kuwa kuna tofauti katika uingizaji wa vidahizo homonimu baina ya KKS4 na KKF1 ambazo zimejidhihirisha katika taarifa za kimatamshi, kietimolojia, uhusika wa vitenzi pamoja na uingizaji wa fasili za maana. Baadhi ya tofauti zinasababishwa na tofauti za kiutamaduni na maeneo ya kijiografia baina ya watumiaji wa kamusi teule ambamo lugha ya Kiswahili inatumika. Hata hivyo, makala haya yamedhihirisha kuwapo kwa ufanano wa uingizaji wa vidahizo homonimu katika KKS4 na KKF1 katika vipengele vya tahajia, matamshi, ubainishaji wa viambishi vya umoja na wingi pamoja na ubainishaji wa viambishi vya upatanisho wa kisarufi. Kwa ujumla, taarifa zilizoingizwa katika KKS4 ni nyingi kuliko taarifa zilizoingizwa katika KKF1. Hivyo, ni vyema kushughulikia katika matoleo yanayofuata ya kamusi hizi teule yale yanayoonekana kuwa ni tofauti zenye changamoto ili kuwa na kamusi zenye utoshelevu zaidi.
Ujitokezaji wa Mbinu za Kibalagha katika Hotuba za Dkt. Samia Suluhu Hassan
Authors:   Chuo cha Kumbukumbu ya Mwalimu Nyerere, Sovu Ahmad Y.
Published: December 2024

Balagha ni mbinu za matumizi ya lugha ambazo mzungumzaji huzitumia ili anachokiwasilisha kiwashawishi au kuwafurahisha wasikilizaji (TUKI, 2013). Kwa kawaida, uwasilishaji huo hufanywa kwa njia ya maandishi, mazungumzo, picha na kadhalika (Lupogo na Ambrosi, 2023). Shabaha ya makala haya ni kuonesha ujitokezaji wa mbinu za kibalagha katika hotuba za Rais wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania, Dkt. Samia Suluhu Hassan (kuanzia sasa Samia), ili kushawishi na kufikisha ujumbe ulioukusudiwa kwa hadhira. Data za makala haya zimekusanywa maktabani kwa kupitia maandiko na pia uwandani kwa kuwahoji wanataaluma mbalimbali. Uchambuzi na uwasilishaji wa data za makala haya umeongozwa na Nadharia ya Balagha. Matokeo ya uchunguzi huu yanaonesha kuwa katika hotuba zake, Samia hutumia mbinu mbalimbali za kibalagha. Miongoni mwa mbinu hizo ni matumizi ya nafsi ya kwanza umoja na wingi, tafsida, misemo, vitambulisho hadhi, takriri, ufutuhi, masimulizi ya hadithi na kuchanganya msimbo. Pamoja na mambo mengine, mbinu za kibalagha hutumika kulainisha lugha katika kufikisha ujumbe wa uwajibikaji, kuonesha mshikamano na kutoa matumaini. Aidha, mbinu za kibalagha hutumika kulinda utu wa watu, kusisitiza juu ya masuala mbalimbali, kuhimiza maendeleo na kuonesha falsafa ya kiuongozi kwa wananchi. Makala yanatoa mchango wa kimbinu katika uga wa isimujamii hususani katika lugha na siasa, kwa kudhihirisha namna vipengele anuwai vya kibalagha na jinsi vinavyoweza kutumika katika hotuba za viongozi wa kisiasa na vikaleta taathira njema kwa jamii.
Ujitokezaji wa Ruwaza ya Shujaa wa Kiafrika katika Kisakale cha Mukwavinyika wa Jamii ya Wahehe
Authors:   Chuo Kikuu Kishiriki cha Elimu Mkwawa, Kasebele Aneth
Published: December 2024

Makala haya yamechunguza ujitokezaji wa ruwaza ya shujaa wa Kiafrika katika Kisakale cha Mukwavinyika wa jamii ya Wahehe. Tafiti tangulizi zinaonesha kuwa tendi na hadithi nyingi za mashujaa duniani huwa na ruwaza fulani inayofanana na safari yao (mashujaa) hupitia karibu hatua zilezile. Suala hili linatupatia muundo wa msingi ambao ni wa kiulimwengu na wenye kutabirika. Hata hivyo, suala hilo limeibua maswali kama vile: je, kama ruwaza za mashujaa kote ulimwenguni zinafanana, jamii hizo zinafanana pia? Kama hazifanani, je, jamii zinazotofautiana katika nyanja mbalimbali za maisha zinawezaje kuwa na ruwaza za mashujaa zinazofanana kwa kila hali? Hivyo, kilichofanyika katika makala haya ni kubainisha ruwaza ya shujaa kama inavyojitokeza katika Kisakale cha Mukwavinyika ili kubaini umbile lake ni la namna gani. Katika kufanikisha hilo, makala haya yameongozwa na Nadharia ya Ruwaza ya Shujaa kwa mujibu wa Raglan (1934). Aidha, data zake zimekusanywa kwa njia ya usaili na uchambuzi matini kutoka katika kijiji cha Kalenga kilichopo mkoani Iringa. Makala haya yamebaini kuwa ruwaza ya shujaa iliyojitokeza katika Kisakale cha Mukwavinyika ina hatua 15 alizozipitia shujaa katika makuzi yake. Pia, imebainika kuwa mashujaa wa Kiafrika wana ruwaza zenye vipengele vinavyofanana na vinavyotofautiana na vya mashujaa wengine ulimwenguni.
Uhakiki wa Kimwingilianomatini katika Fasihi ya Watoto: Mambo ya Msingi ya Kuzingatia
Authors:   Chuo Kishiriki cha Elimu Dar es Salaam, Mbijima Rose Jackson
Published: December 2024

Kazi za fasihi ya watoto kama zilivyo kazi nyingine za fasihi ya Kiswahili zina mwingiliano wa matini wa kiwango cha juu. Hii ina maana kwamba, Nadharia ya Mwingilianomatini iliyoasisiwa na Julia Kristeva, ambayo hutumika kuhakiki kazi za fasihi ya watu wazima, hutumika pia kuhakiki kazi za fasihi ya watoto. Kuna mambo ya msingi kadhaa ambayo mtumiaji wa nadharia hii anapaswa kuyazingatia. Hivyo, makala haya yanalenga kubaini mambo ya msingi ya kuzingatia wakati wa kuhakiki kazi za fasihi kwa kutumia Nadharia ya Mwingilianomatini. Ili kufikia lengo hili, makala yanaielezea nadharia husika ambapo mawazo yake makuu yanabainishwa na ubora wake kufafanuliwa. Kisha, kazi teule za fasihi ya watoto zinahakikiwa kwa kutumia Nadharia ya Mwingilianomatini. Kazi za fasihi za watoto zilizohusishwa katika makala haya ni Sababu mimi ni Mwanamke, Kilio Chetu, Ngome ya Mianzi na Marimba ya Majaliwa. Mwisho, makala yanabainisha mambo ya msingi ya kuzingatia wakati wa kuhakiki kazi za fasihi kwa kutumia nadharia hii. Matokeo yanaonesha kuwa mhakiki anatakiwa kuzingatia mambo yafuatayo; kwanza, Nadharia ya Mwingilianomatini ina mawanda mapana. Pili, kiwango cha maarifa aliyonayo mhakiki kuhusu matini chanzo kinaweza kuathiri ufanisi wa uhakiki wa kazi ya fasihi. Tatu, Nadharia ya Mwingilianomatini ina njia bainifu anuai. Nne, Nadharia ya Mwingilianomatini kuhusisha matini zisizo za kifasihi.
End-of-life Palliative Care: Lived Experiences and Beliefs of Healthcare Professionals with a Focused Ethnography Approach
Authors: Reich Micaela , Figueredo-Borda Natalie , Ramírez-Pereira Mirliana
Published: December 2024

Introduction: This study explores the experiences and beliefs of healthcare professionals working in end-of-life palliative care in Catalonia, Spain. Recognizing the complex emotional, psychological, and ethical challenges they face, the research aims to deepen understanding of the facilitators and barriers within their clinical practices.Objective: The aim of this research was to explore the lived experiences and beliefs of end-of-life palliative care professionals in a palliative care Unit in Catalunya, Spain.Methods: A qualitative approach was used, focusing on focused ethnography to capture the nuanced realities of healthcare dynamics in palliative care. Seven healthcare professionals (six nurses and one physician) from a public hospital’s palliative care unit participated. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and analyzed via thematic coding to identify recurring themes and subthemes.Results: Analysis revealed two primary themes: "Beliefs associated with palliative care clinical practice" and "Lived experiences of working in palliative care." Each theme encompassed individual and interpersonal factors. Key facilitators included coping strategies and teamwork, while barriers involved emotional stress, proximity to death, and resource limitations.Conclusion: The findings underscore the need for institutional support to address the psychological and practical challenges in palliative care. By acknowledging the multifaceted demands on these professionals, targeted interventions can enhance both professional resilience and patient care quality. Further, the study highlights the importance of comprehensive, empathetic training to improve the social visibility and understanding of the psychosocial aspects of end-of-life care
Assessing the effectiveness of self-directed learning as a teaching intervention in urban planning education
Authors: Crowe Sarah
Published: December 2024

Self-directed learning (SDL) is an educational strategy in which students take charge of their own learning. It incorporates the guidance of an instructor in setting learning materials, with students choosing how and when to learn and evaluating their own performance. SDL is utilised in urban planning education and can support the ability of students to address real-world problems they may encounter as a professional planner.
Despite the utilisation of SDL within planning education, there is a limited body of research which assesses the impact of this as a teaching intervention. This paper adds to this body of research through explaining how an Action Research (AR) project was used to assess the impact of an SDL intervention within the University of Dundee’s Urban Conservation module. AR is a method of systematic enquiry used by instructors who wish to review their own practice. This AR project enabled an evaluation of the effectiveness of the SDL teaching intervention.
The outcomes of the pilot AR project provide evidence that the SDL intervention was successful in improving student understanding of a range of urban planning and conservation issues. In addition, it gave the students the opportunity to apply their learning from the module to a real-world context, enhancing their understanding of professional practice. The methodology of the AR project could be applied to assess the impact of SDL across a range of other degree modules. In doing so, instructors should remain conscious of the implications and limitations of SDL as outlined in this paper.
Role of Digital Marketing Strategies in Enhancing Customer Engagement and Brand Loyalty: A Study of E-Commerce Platforms
Authors: Rowi Armein Sjuhary , Wahyudi Muhammad Aria , Oswari Teddy , Purwoko Bambang
Published: December 2024

This study examines the role of digital marketing strategies in enhancing customer engagement and brand loyalty on e-commerce platforms, emphasizing the mediating effects of trust and perceived value. Using survey data from 400 e-commerce users, the results reveal that personalized, relevant, and frequent marketing efforts significantly enhance customer engagement, which in turn drives brand loyalty. The findings also highlight that trust, characterized by reliability and transparency, and perceived value, defined by quality, convenience, and cost-effectiveness, serve as critical mediators. Structural equation modeling confirms these relationships, providing a comprehensive framework for understanding how digital marketing strategies foster long-term customer loyalty. The study contributes to the theoretical discourse on digital marketing and offers actionable insights for e-commerce businesses aiming to thrive in a competitive marketplace.
Economic Indicators and Environmental Expenditure: A Re-evaluation of the Kuznets Curve in the EU-27
Authors: Ahmad Shabbir
Published: December 2024

This study uses data from the European Union (EU-27) member states to examine the relationship between environmental expenditure and key socioeconomic indicators, including Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per capita, population size, urban population and unemployment rate. The analysis investigates if environmental expenditure follows the patterns suggested by the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC) hypothesis by applying linear and quadratic regression models. The results show a strong positive relationship between urbanization and environmental expenditure. However, rather than following the expected inverted U-shaped curve suggested by the EKC, the relationship between GDP per capita and environmental expenditure is more linear. The study finds a fairly significant negative relationship between unemployment and environmental expenditure but no significant relationship is observed between population size and environmental spending. These findings have significant policy implications as they highlight how urbanization affects environmental expenditure and the necessity of devising economic strategies that incorporate environmental protection at different stages of economic growth.
The Prevalence of Microplastics in Water and Sediment Collected from Vellar Estuary in South India
Authors: C Dinakaran, , A Chezhian, , S Karthikeyan, , P Sureshkumar, , B Rajkumar, , N Akila, , Soundrapandian P.
Published: December 2024

A growing global environmental concern, microplastic contamination is a threat to marine environments and may have negative effects on the environment, society, economy, and human health. The current study's goal was to assess the level of microplastic pollution in Tamil Nadu's Vellar Estuary environment. Two sampling sites along the river area were selected to collect sediment and water samples. The types of microplastics were determined and categorized using FTIR, size and the colour. Abundances of microplastics in surface water and sediments were in the ranges of 0–20 items m− 3 and 10–60 items kg− 1 dry weight, respectively. Microplastics were more abundant in the sediment compared to that of surface water collected from the respective station in the Vellar estuary. Most particles (> 50%) were < 1 mm in the longest dimension; 60% were transparent, pale white and black. Of the 4 compositions identified, polyethylene, polypropylene, and Poly amide are predominated in both phases. The assessment of water and sediment samples from the estuarine environment in terms of microplastic contamination was done for the first time in this study. In light of the quantity of microplastics found in sediments, more investigation is needed to determine the quantity of microplastics discharged by wastewater and other potential emission sources, as well as to assess their role in microplastic contamination of water, sediment, and soil. Future research on microplastic contamination in the sediment of rural areas surrounding the Vellar estuary can build on the foundation this study provides.
Sacralization of Soviet Holidays on the Example of the Celebration of the Anniversary of October: Social Theological Aspect
Authors:   The General Church Postgraduate and Doctoral School named after Saints Cyril and Methodius, Yakovleva Valeria
Published: December 2024

This article analyzes the process of formation of quasireligious civil rites in the Soviet Union, as well as the accompanying reorganization of the calendar and the entire festive system of the country. The author argues that for the new Soviet government, the elimination of old traditions and the creation of new ones was an important tool for legitimization, as well as countering its main enemies, the autocracy and the Orthodox Church. The course towards the sacralization of political power presupposed the gradual displacement of the Orthodox faith. Basically, it relied on the formation of a new Soviet ritual, which was supposed to become a new value core of society and necessarily unite each of its members. The article substantiates the idea that the study of Soviet rituals as the most important tool of secularization in the USSR will allow a deeper investigation into this historical and social phenomenon.
On the modes of understanding a museum exhibit: the exhibited object and the manifested thing
Authors:   Saratov State University of Genetics, Biotechnology and Engineering named after N.I. Vavilov, Antipova Ekaterina , Bunyaev Maxim
Published: December 2024

The article contains an analysis of an exhibit as a basic element of museum space. The method of its consideration involves turning to the two horizons of thinking: subject-object and material. According to the first horizon an exhibit is the passive entity in relation to the active one — the person. Museum staff places an exhibit in a specially prepared space, accompanies it with explanations (a label) and during a tour constructs meanings with its help. Museum visitors direct their intellectual efforts to an exhibition and interpret its meaning, explaining its importance and originality. Within the framework of the material horizon of consideration, an exhibit itself has an active principle: it is what initiates the process of communication with an individual. An exhibit, as a material embodiment of the past, present and future, represents the world, exposes and captures reality. An exhibit-thing testifies to events, tells about its owners and the eras to which it belongs, and also sets the context in which its placement is appropriate.
Libro de Memorias - Encuentro de Divulgación Científica 2024
Authors: Red de Investigadores Latinoamericana
Published: December 2024

La investigación científica ha sido, y continúa siendo, un pilar fundamental para el desarrollo social y económico de las naciones. En América Latina, una región rica en diversidad cultural, natural y humana, la investigación adquiere una relevancia especial. No solo es una herramienta para comprender y abordar los desafíos específicos que enfrenta nuestra región, sino también una fuente de innovación que puede impulsar avances significativos en ámbitos como la salud, la educación, el medio ambiente y la economía.
En este contexto, la implementación de la inteligencia artificial (IA) y otras tecnologías emergentes representa una oportunidad única para potenciar nuestras capacidades de investigación y desarrollo. La IA está transformando la manera en que generamos, procesamos y aplicamos el conocimiento, facilitando desde el análisis de grandes volúmenes de datos hasta la automatización de procesos complejos. Estas herramientas no solo incrementan la eficiencia de las investigaciones, sino que también abren nuevas áreas de exploración, permitiendo abordar problemas que antes parecían inabordables.
Diseño e implementación de un plan estratégico integral para la empresa Boutique Nueva Imagen
Authors: Vázquez González Judith , Yopihua Chávez Ángel Adonai , Aguirre y Hernández Fernando
Published: December 2024

El presente trabajo tuvo como objetivo diseñar e implementar un plan estratégico integral para Boutique Nueva Imagen, orientado a optimizar su gestión, fortalecer su competitividad y promover un crecimiento sostenible. Para lograrlo, se empleó una metodología que combinó herramientas tradicionales como FODA y PESTEL, con innovaciones estratégicas como el Modelo Judael y el Cuadro de Mando Integral (CMI). El Modelo Judael permitió integrar variables internas y externas mediante una matriz cruzada, identificando interacciones clave para formular estrategias específicas. Se recopilaron datos de fuentes internas y externas, que fueron clasificados para priorizar áreas críticas. El análisis CAME transformó el diagnóstico FODA en acciones concretas, mientras el CMI estableció indicadores clave (KPIs) para monitorear el progreso y asegurar el cumplimiento de objetivos. Como resultado, se logró estructurar la misión, visión y valores de la empresa, fortaleciendo su identidad organizacional y alineando su cultura con los objetivos estratégicos. Se identificaron fortalezas clave, como el compromiso del personal, y oportunidades relevantes, como incentivos gubernamentales y tendencias culturales favorables. Además, se priorizaron proyectos estratégicos, incluyendo la digitalización de inventarios, estrategias de marketing digital, capacitación del personal y expansión geográfica, generando mayor eficiencia operativa, competitividad y diversificación de ingresos. Este enfoque integral posiciona a Boutique Nueva Imagen en una trayectoria de crecimiento sostenible, adaptada a las dinámicas de un entorno empresarial competitivo y en constante cambio.
Efficient Utilization of Multiple Auxiliary Variables for Nonresponse Problem in Estimating the Population Mean Under Sub-sampling Technique
Authors: Dansawad Napattchan
Published: December 2024

The main key objective of this paper is to address the nonresponse problems by adapting Hansen and Hurwitz’s technique (1964) and Saini et al.’s estimator (2022) to propose a novel estimator of population mean under sub-sampling technique using multiple auxiliary variables. A comparative analysis of the proposed novel estimator's efficacy has been performed through theoretical and numerical studies. The results of this paper confirm that our estimator is more effective than others under the same situation.
Diet Management Study on Indian Population through Optimization Models – The way towards reaching Blue Zone’s Lifestyle
Authors: Kumar Paidipati Kiran , Hyndhavi Komaragiri
Published: December 2024

Purpose:
The purpose of the study is to investigate blue zone lifestyle on Indian diet management system through optimized diet plans. The study explores menu planning with plant-based, animal-, and dairy-based recipes promoting longevity and reduction of chronic diseases in India.
Design/Methodology/Approach:
The macro- and micronutrient data is collected for the regionally available food items in India. The study proposed linear programming problems to maximize the calories with 66 food items, satisfying the Required Nutrient Intake (RNI) for normal individuals living in rural and urban areas of India.
Findings:
Three optimization models, such as Linear Programming Problem (LPP), Integer Linear Programming (ILP), and Stigler’s Diet Programming (SDP), were proposed for selecting menus with varying calorie ranges (1900 kcal-3100 kcal). The percentage of nutrients contained in the diet plans was close to Blue Zone food guidelines adoptable to the Indian population.
Originality/Value:
The revised Stigler Diet Problem (SDP) has well-optimized objective function with the highest accommodation of recipes in optimal menus. This approach is helpful to nutritionists and dieticians for preparing affordable diet plans for distinct income groups. Also, the study provides insights to policymakers working on improving the health conditions of people by adopting the blue zone diet.
A Statistical Approach for Assessment of Growth Rate and Instability of Wheat in Selected States of India
Authors: Prakash Gyan , Kumar Manish , Kumar Rana Shiv , Gowda KE Sukhi
Published: December 2024

In the present paper, the analysis of growth and instability in production, area and yield of wheat for some wheat growing states of India is carried out by computing compound growth rate (CGR) and Cuddy-Della Valle (CDV) instability index on utilizing secondary time series data of wheat pertaining to the period 2011-2020 in the concerned states. The percentage change in production, area and yield of wheat is examined by considering the base year as 2011. Moreover, the percentage share of production, area and yield of wheat are demonstrated graphically for the year 2020.
COMPARISON OF RACOG AND RACOG-RUS FOR CLASSIFYING IMBALANCED DATA ON GRADIENT BOOSTING AND NAÏVE BAYES PERFORMANCE
Authors: Fadhilah Rahmi , Kuswanto Heri , Dwi Prastyo Dedy , Ayu Safira Dinda , Matdoan M. Y.
Published: December 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of resampling RACOG and RACOG-RUS data on Gradient Boosting and Naïve Bayes classification in predicting water quality with unbalanced data. The data used in this study were 720 data from January 2022 to December 2023. It was found that Gradient Boosting performed best when using RACOG-RUS resampling data and feature selection with a number of numIntances of 200. While Naïve Bayes has the best performance when using RACOG-RUS resampling data without feature selection with a number of numIntances of 300. It can be seen that resampling RACOG data does not outperform RACOG-RUS in both classification models because it is known that the data generated in RACOG does not make the dataset more balanced than RACOG-RUS. Hybrid sampling is necessary if RACOG samples are used as the training dataset.