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Development of an e-Module Based on a Discovery Learning Model on Form and Function of Body Parts in Plants at Grade IV Elementary School Level
Authors: Fitri Khoiroh Sayidah Harahap  , Humairoh Sakinah Zainuri  , Novia Rahmadani  , Siti Fadilla  , Windi Melisa  , Riska Fadhilah Hutasuhut
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the effectiveness of e-module development in the science learning process at the fourth grade elementary school level, especially in the material "Form and Function of Body Parts in Plants". This type of research uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach which describes the research results into several stages, namely the analysis, design and development stages. From the results of the research that has been carried out, it can be concluded that the use of E-modules in the learning process is very helpful in increasing the effectiveness of learning in order to achieve learning goals. Apart from that, the use of e-module media can also increase students' enthusiasm and interest in understanding learning.
Authenticity of the God Concept in Islam
Authors: Prayogi Arditya , Nasrullah Riki
Published: August 2024

The existence of God is also fundamental in human life because acceptance or rejection of God's entity will also have fundamental consequences. In this way, a concept of circumstances is built that seeks to improve human relations with God. This concept became known as religion. In its development, religion is part of the journey of human life as an entity that believes in God as the highest point in its life. In its development, religion emerged in an evolutionary way along with humans' ability to understand the natural surroundings which are part of their lives. This article then aims to provide an overview of the concept of authentic God that exists in Islamic beliefs. This article was prepared using a descriptive qualitative method supported by data collection methods in the form of literature studies. The concept of God in Islam negates various concepts of God in other religious and cultural traditions and civilizations which tend to be problematic and speculative. Muslims throughout the world then agreed to call the name of their God as Allah, which in the process became known to Muslims through a dogmatic-spiritual and academic-rational approach.
Integration of the STEAM Approach and the Problem Based Learning Model in Mathematics Learning at the Era of Industrial Revolution 5.0
Authors: Wa Ode Indrawati  , Hasnawati
Published: August 2024

The Industrial Revolution 5.0 era demands more complex skills, such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, innovation and digital literacy. Learning approaches and models in mathematics learning need to be adapted to be more relevant to the needs of the times. The integration of the STEAM approach and the Problem Based Learning model is very suitable for learning mathematics in the current era of the Industrial Revolution 5.0. This research aims to analyze the integration of the STEAM approach and the Problem Based Learning model in mathematics learning in the Industrial Revolution 5.0 era. This research is qualitative research using the literature study method. Data sources are quoted from scientific articles, national and international journals, manuals and digital books and other similar things. Then the data is collected, then the data is analyzed and conclusions are drawn. The results of this research conclude that through the integration of STEAM and PBL models in mathematics learning in the Industrial Revolution 5.0 era, students not only develop a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts, but also gain skills that are relevant to the real world, such as problem solving, critical thinking, collaboration , and communication. It prepares students to become lifelong learners capable of facing complex challenges in an ever-changing society.
Utilizing Meaningful Instructional Design to Enhance Elementary School Students' Learning Capabilities
Authors: Howin Hendria Santana  , Aan Yuliyanto
Published: August 2024

In order to enhance each child's learning potential, teachers play a crucial part in the educational process. Consequently, it is up to the teacher to select the most effective learning technique. The purpose of this research is to ascertain how the Meaningful Instructional Design learning model can be implemented with students. This study employed a qualitative methodology using a descriptive approach. This Meaningful Instructional Design learning style has been shown through study to improve students' motivation and comprehension of learning. Students find it easier to absorb the content or concepts offered when there is a connection made between the lessons (text) and reality (context). in order to give students a genuine experience that will help them remember the lesson for a very long time. Students' interest in learning can therefore be raised by using the Meaningful Instructional Design learning approach.
Analysis of the Benefits of Tutoring in Improving Student Learning Skills
Authors: Diadra Dewina Alti  , Uli Makmun Hasibuan  , Halimah Tusadiah
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze the benefits of tutoring programs in helping to improve students' learning skills. This study used a qualitative method based on data collection and was carried out by reviewing several books, journals and other documents in print and electronic form. Tutoring is a process that involves a tutor or teacher who provides additional assistance in mastering lesson material. Tutoring can help students learn effective study techniques. Trained tutors can teach students different study methods such as creating a study schedule, reading with comprehension, taking notes, and mastering memory techniques. With this guidance, students will be able to improve their learning efficiency and achieve better results.
The Effect of Self Talk Therapy to Change Negative Thinking Patterns in Students' Mathematics Learning
Authors: Dearni Anggita Damanik  , Sri Ngayomi Yudha Wastuti
Published: August 2024

Previous research shows that the majority of students have a negative mindset towards learning mathematics, ranging from boredom, boredom, difficulty and uninteresting. This research aims to determine the effect of Self Talk Therapy to change the negative mindset in learning mathematics for class group guidance with a self-talk therapy approach. This research uses a quantitative approach, with a one group pretest-posttest design. The results of the research show changes in the negative mindset of students learning mathematics in the pre-test in the low category before being treated with group guidance services. There is a positive and significant difference in changes in students' negative mindset about learning mathematics in the post test after being treated with group guidance services with self-talk therapy. There is an influence of Self Talk Therapy to change the negative mindset of studying mathematics in class XI social sciences students at Muhammadiyah 1 Medan senior high school.
Structured Number Head Learning Strategy to Increase Elementary School Students' Learning Activeness
Authors: Maulida Rizqia  , M. Rofi Fauzi  , Mustapa Ahmad
Published: August 2024

Active learning is a contemporary material that requires teachers to be able to condition students, classes and the learning process. Even though many previous articles discuss active learning strategies, studies that focus on structured number head learning strategies in elementary age children have not yet been discussed in depth. This research seeks to reveal the use of structured number head strategies in natural science learning in elementary school age children. Data collection uses observation, interviews and documentation studies methods. Next, the data was analyzed using data reduction, data display and verification techniques, then its validity was tested using data triangulation techniques. The results of this research conclude that learning the type of numbered head structure for teacher observation is in the good category for increasing the activeness of student learning activities. Because learning with this strategy forms groups that work together to fulfill their respective responsibilities and are interdependent with their peers, as each group can present and explain the results of the discussion according to their understanding. Through the implementation of the numbered head structure strategy, it is hoped that students will have active interest and enthusiasm in participating in the learning process, both in class and outside of class.
The Meaning and Implications of Multicultural Education for Children in Indonesia
Authors: Mahariah  , Vika Yuliana Putri  , Muhammad Fathurrahman  , Nadia Salsabila
Published: August 2024

From the perspective of the Indonesian people, multicultural education is not something surprising, because the character and personality of the Indonesian people themselves are accustomed to the extraordinary diversity of the archipelago. Multicultural education is an alternative for integrating the diversity that exists in Indonesia. Because of this, the aim of this research is to examine in more depth the meaning and implications of multicultural education in Indonesia. And the method used in this research is literary study or library research, namely by collecting information from various sources, both taken from books and journals related to the research problem. The results of this research show that multicultural education is an educational strategy that is applied in all subjects by using the cultural differences that exist in students such as differences in religion, race, ethnicity, and so on, and the implications of this multicultural education are multicultural education. It will form students who can appreciate cultural diversity, recognize cultural diversity, and by utilizing this cultural diversity to foster multicultural awareness within the frame of "Bhinneka Tunggal Ika".
Upside-Down Logics: Falsification of the Truth and Truthification of the False
Authors: Smarandache Florentin
Published: August 2024

This paper is about funny science, recreational mathematics, upside-down thinking, or contradictory reasoning (to think backward). Since a statement in some conditions may be true, in other conditions false, and a third type of conditions partially true and partially false. The paper presents for the first time two types of Upside-Down Logic, the first one is falsification of the Truth (when a true statement is transformed into a false one), and the second one is the opposite: Truthification of the False (when a false statement is transformed into a true one) - within the frame of Recreational Neutrosophy. All transformations from  to  or vice versa should be real, making sense in our real world. Kind of magic logic! Falsification and Truthification are mostly used in the Social Sciences (Anthropology, Archaeology, Economics, Geography, History, Law, Linguistics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology), Philosophy, etc. excelling in Politics:Falsifying the Truth of Enemies[We seek to diminish the enemy's positive side to the point of cancellation and to increase the enemy’s negative side to the point of exaggeration;] and    Truthifying the False of the Friends[The opposite: We seek to decrease the friend’s negative side to the point of cancellation, and to increase the friend's positive side to the point of exaggeration.].
A Data-driven Deep Learning Approach for Remaining Useful Life of Rolling Bearings
Authors: Darwish Ahmed
Published: August 2024

The bearing is a commonly used rotating element, and its condition significantly impacts the operation and maintenance of machinery. Therefore, accurately predicting the Remaining Useful Life (RUL) of bearings holds great importance. Deep learning has made significant progress in RUL prediction. This study presents a Deep Learning (DL) model incorporating a Convolution Neural Network (CNN), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), and attention mechanism to enhance RUL prediction accuracy for rolling bearings. Initially, time domain input data is processed by the CNN for feature extraction. Subsequently, two LSTM layers are utilized to capture intricate temporal relationships and create more abstract data representations, followed by the incorporation of an attention mechanism to align input and output sequences based on the content or semantics of the input sequence. Ultimately, the final predictions are made through a Fully Connected (FC) layer. The effectiveness of the proposed model is evaluated using the IEEE PHM 2012 Challenge dataset, and its performance is compared to various deep learning models to showcase its efficacy. Experimental results indicate that the suggested CNN-ALSTM model is a reliable choice for predicting the RUL of rolling bearings, outperforming all other models considered.
The Influence of Marketing Mix, Perceived Brand Image and Customer Value on Loyalty Through Customer Satisfaction at Islamic Banks in Makassar City
Authors: Az-zahra Qanitati , Laekkeng Mursalim , Semmaila Baharuddin , Plyriadi Annas
Published: August 2024

This research investigates the influence of the Marketing Mix, Perceived Brand Image, and Customer Value on Customer Satisfaction and Loyalty at Islamic Banks in Makassar City. The study is designed to achieve three primary objectives: first, to examine the partial effects of the Marketing Mix, Perceived Brand Image, and Customer Value on Customer Satisfaction; second, to analyze the partial effects of these variables, along with Customer Satisfaction, on Customer Loyalty; and third, to assess the indirect effects of the Marketing Mix, Perceived Brand Image, and Customer Value on Customer Loyalty through Customer Satisfaction. Adopting a quantitative research approach, the study involved a population of 143,370 customers, from which a sample of 387 respondents was selected using percentage sampling. Data were gathered through questionnaires and analyzed using the Structural Equation Model (SEM). The results indicate that (1) the Marketing Mix, Perceived Brand Image, and Customer Value each have a positive and significant impact on Customer Satisfaction, (2) Perceived Brand Image, Customer Value, and Customer Satisfaction each positively and significantly affect Customer Loyalty, (3) the Marketing Mix does not have a significant direct effect on Customer Loyalty, and (4) the Marketing Mix, Perceived Brand Image, and Customer Value positively and significantly influence Customer Loyalty indirectly through Customer Satisfaction. These findings provide valuable insights into the factors driving customer satisfaction and loyalty in the context of Islamic banking in Makassar City.
Enhancing Productivity and Innovation Through Strengthening Occupational Health and Safety Management
Authors: Herlina Erna , Moeins Anoesyirwan , Sunaryo Widodo
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze the effectiveness of occupational safety and health management in enhancing employee productivity and innovation at PT XYZ (Persero) Central Java Transmission Implementation Unit (UPT), specifically in the West Java area including UPT A, UPT B, UPT C, and UPT D. The study finds that current occupational safety and health management and achievement motivation variables have not fully contributed to employee productivity and innovation, indicating high epsilon coefficients. The research employs both quantitative and qualitative methods, using surveys and in-depth interviews. The analysis of structure 1 and structure 2 shows that the epsilon coefficient is high, suggesting that occupational health and safety management effectiveness and achievement motivation have not fully contributed to employee productivity. Additionally, these variables have not fully contributed to employee innovation, with many other factors influencing these outcomes. The findings highlight that effective occupational safety and health management positively influences employee productivity and innovation. However, other variables, such as the work environment and leadership style, also significantly impact these outcomes. The study suggests that strengthening occupational health and safety management—including management commitment, communication, monitoring, training, and implementation—can lead to better employee performance and innovation. The implications of this research are significant for improving safety and productivity in similar organizational settings. Enhanced occupational health and safety management practices can foster a more productive and innovative workforce, but attention must also be paid to other influential factors.
Religion and Theology Facing the Challenges of Transhumanism
Authors: Reyes Johan Méndez
Published: August 2024

Transhumanism has been interpreted in various ways. On one hand, it is considered a futuristic scientific expression with eschatological aspirations, suggesting that technoscience could overcome humanity's biological limitations. On the other hand, it is seen as a materialistic movement seeking to enhance human capabilities through technological advancements. Additionally, it has faced significant criticism for allegedly overlooking the ethical and social implications for humanity. This paper aims to analyze religion and theology in light of the challenges posed by transhumanism. The methodology employed is framed within the qualitative tradition, using the hermeneutic method and design to interpret texts in their context. The conclusion emphasizes the urgent need to reflect on the potential scenarios humanity faces in a transhuman society that challenges natural and divine laws. Interdisciplinary work is crucial to guide advances in technoscience, recognizing the contributions that religion and theology can offer to contemporary society.
Collaborative Communication of Environmental Activists in Addressing Waste Management Issues in South Tangerang
Authors: Shahreza Mirza , Imaniah Ikhfi , Purwanto Eko
Published: August 2024

This study analyzes the effective collaborative communication model among environmental activists addressing waste management issues in Ciputat Subdistrict, South Tangerang. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and document analysis, supplemented by Participatory Action Research (PAR) techniques. Social network analysis was conducted to map interactions among 42 stakeholders. Key findings reveal that actors with low Constraint and high EgoBet, such as the Head of the Environmental Office, Subdistrict Heads, and key community leaders, hold significant influence and control within the social network, facilitating communication and coordination. However, challenges include uneven group involvement, imbalanced role distribution, limited access to information, and insufficient consultation. Recommendations include increasing the engagement of less active groups, redistributing roles more equitably, enhancing transparency and information access, and strengthening expert consultation. These strategies are essential for improving collaborative communication and achieving a more integrated and sustainable waste management system.
Financializing the Central Highlands: Indebtedness in Everyday Life of the K’ho-Chil Ethnic Communities
Authors: Thoi Pham Thanh
Published: August 2024

Ethnic communities in Vietnam’s Central Highlands as the K’ho-Chil in reality are highly integrated into the economic mainstream. Yet, without preparedness for the bad side of the market mechanism, they are falling into the vicious cycle of debt and poverty. Evidence reveals that indebtedness has shaped everyday life and the financialization process is increasing. From the household lens, the State policies create supportive environments for credit demands while cultural assimilation makes indebtedness emotive and acceptable. Cash crops generate limited incomes while the increase of household consumption has widened the earning-spending gaps. Debts are employed to fill in such gaps but in the long-run have led to the vicious cycle of impoverishment. Better policies need to broaden opportunities for the minority to escape the monopoly of commercial crops while aid packages should redesign to target indebted problems.
Can Music Harmonize with Islam? A Study of Teachers' Views on Music Education
Authors: Sinaga Syahrul Syah , Mumpuni Restu Ayu , Sinaga Fajry Sub’haan Syah , Susetyo Bagus , Aesijah Siti
Published: August 2024

This research examines the role of music in Islamic primary education, particularly within Madrasah Ibtidaiyah, where the integration of music presents both opportunities and challenges. By conducting interviews with teachers, the study uncovers their perspectives on how music can be used to support students' intellectual and emotional growth while adhering to Islamic principles. The results suggest that while music offers significant educational benefits, its use must be carefully aligned with religious values to ensure it contributes positively to students' overall development. The study calls for ongoing dialogue among teachers to navigate the complexities of incorporating music in a way that respects both educational and religious considerations.
Arabic Language Learning Models in Schools: A Comparative Study of Islamic Boarding School-Based Madrasah Aliyah in The Kebumen, Indonesia
Authors: . Atabik , Yahya M. Slamet , . Mustajab
Published: August 2024

There are variances in learning Arabic across different institutions, such as Islamic boarding schools and Madrasah Aliyah. The objective of this study is to identify the similarities and distinctions across Arabic language learning models at Islamic boarding schools in Kebumen, Central Java, Indonesia. The focus of the research is restricted to MA Salafiyah and MA Yapika, which are the prominent Islamic schools in the Kebumen district. The research findings encompass two key aspects. Firstly, the Arabic language learning curriculum at MA Yapika and MA Salafiyah is a comprehensive curriculum that combines the Ministry of Religion curriculum with the Islamic boarding school curriculum. Secondly, the Arabic language learning model at the Islamic boarding school-based Madrasah Aliyah in Kebumen district consists of two approaches. (1) MA Yapika applies an Active Arabic Language Learning strategy (Active Learning) with specific practical objectives. (2) MA Salafiyah Wonoyoso focuses more on developing maharah lughawiyah (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) as the foundation of student competence.
Manajemen Organisasi Dalam Mendorong Kemandirian Organisasi Kemahasiswaan dan Mahasiswa di STIE Kalpataru
Authors: Ali Rahman
Published: August 2024

This research was conducted to obtain information on the extent to which good organisational management will be able to encourage independence for student organisations at STIE Kalpataru. A strong and resilient organisation will also indirectly encourage the independence of students who are members and administrators of the student organisation. So that with more quality and capacity that is owned in addition to the academic ability produced by the students concerned. The research was conducted using the literacy study method with the development of information and data from field studies.
Pengaruh pengendalian Internal dan Kepusan Kerja Terhadap Pencegahan Kecurangan Pengadaan Barang (Studi Kasus Pada Usaha Ritel di Purwakarta)
Authors: Rusmana Repa , Jatnika Ika , Chadijah Siti , Kusnadi
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan bukti empiris Pengaruh Pengendalian Internal dan Kepuasan Kerja Terhadap Pencegahan Kecurangan Pengadaan Barang. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini yaitu metode deskriptif kuantitatif, sumber pengambilan data yang digunakan adalah data primer dan data sekunder. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh karyawan di 7 usaha ritel yang ada di Purwakarta. Jumlah sampel penelitian berjumlah 80 orang responden yang dihitung berdasarkan rumus slovin dengan metode penentuan sampel menggunakan purposive sampling. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan metode kuesioner, kemudian data diolah menggunakan program IBM SPSS. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan secara empiris, pengendalian internal dan kepuasan kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap pencegahan kecurangan pengadaan barang. Kontribusi penelitian ini diharapkan dapat dijadikan pertimbangan-pertimbangan dalam pengambilan keputusan oleh perusahaan untuk mencegah terjadinya kecurangan dalam pengadaan barang.
Analysis of prognosis and drug sensitivity in lung cancer patients based on the integration of 18 programmed cell death modes and single-cell sequencing data
Authors: Tang Xin-Hui , Yue Biao
Published: August 2024

Objective: Programmed cell death (PCD) has therapeutic potential for a variety of malignant tumors, including lung cancer. In this study, we used PCD and bioinformatics to construct a prognostic model for lung cancer and explore new therapeutic strategies. Methods: Multiple bioinformatics algorithms (co-expression analysis, univariate Cox’s analysis, multivariate Cox’s analysis, and cross-validation) were used to screen PCD-related genes and construct a risk model. Lung cancer patients were divided into training and testing groups in a ratio of 7:3. The prognostic model was validated by comparing the risk scores of the high-risk and low-risk groups using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves, nomograms, and independent prognostic analyses. In addition, PCD patterns were classified and compared in terms of survival time, immune microenvironment and pathway regulation using consensus clustering methods with the validation of principal component analysis (PCA). Single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) analysis was applied to validate screened PCD-related genes in this risk model. Results: Twelve risk genes were identified, including BIK, CDCP1, CHEK2, FADD, GLS2, IL33, ITPRIP, KRT8, MELK, MMP9, PTGIS and TRIB3, to construct prognostic risk model. In the process of lung cancer, the most significantly up-regulated gene was TRIML2, and the most down-regulated gene was GLS2. ROC curves, nomograms, and independent prognostic analyses confirmed the accuracy of risk model to predict the prognosis of lung cancer, indicating that it can be regarded as an independent prognostic model. In the immune cell infiltration, we found that patients with an increased M0 macrophage had a poorer prognosis. Drug sensitivity testing after reliable risk modeling identified three molecularly targeted drugs for lung cancer patients in the high-risk group, namely, Staurosporine, Luminespib and Docetaxel. scRNA-seq results further analyzed the reliability of ITPRIP and KRT8 as prognostic targets. Conclusion: This study identified twelve PCD-related genes and constructed an accurate risk model based on bioinformatics analysis, which can be used for prognostic prediction and design of clinical treatment strategies.
Varför fortsätter flykten över Medelhavet? – innebörden av att göra en kausalanalys av en samhällsfråga
Authors: Jägerskog Ann-Sofie , Tväråna Malin , Björklund Mattias , Strandberg Max , Bergqvist Ove , Bittner Theodor , Dahlman Anita , Eriksson Katja , Häger Helena , Kåks Bodil , Norell Eva , Rangne Lotta , Söder Sofie
Published: August 2024

Denna artikel bygger på en studie som undersöker vad det innebär att analysera en samhällsfråga i samhällskunskap, en viktig del av kritiskt tänkande, och vad elever behöver erfara i undervisningen för att utveckla en mer kvalificerad analysförmåga. Elever från samtliga stadier i grundskolan ombads att, före och efter en lektion som fokuserade på flyktingsituationen kring Medelhavet, skriftligt besvara en fråga om orsaker till denna flykt. En fenomenografisk analys av de 233 elevsvar som genererades visade att det sätt som eleverna erfor flyktingsituationen på var tydligt kopplat till kvalitén på deras analyser. I analysen av elevsvaren identifierades tre aspekter som tycks vara kritiska för elever att urskilja för att de ska kunna kvalificera sina kausalanalyser av en samhällsfråga. Dessa aspekter berör en samhällsfrågas dynamik, komplexiteten i kausalitet och vikten av att ta olika dimensioner i beaktande (som samhälleliga respektive individuella dimensioner eller historiska respektive framtida dimensioner). Dessa aspekter visade sig var viktiga för elever i alla årskurser som ingick i studien. Artikeln diskuterar även implikationer för undervisning.
Why does the flight over the Mediterranean continue? – What it means to make a causal analysis of a societal issue
This study investigates what it means to analyse a societal issue in social studies, an important aspect of critical thinking, and what students need to experience in teaching in order to develop a more qualified ability to analyse. Students from different stages in compulsory school were given a lesson focusing on the refugee situation around the Mediterranean. Before and after the lesson they were asked to answer a question concerning reasons for this flight. The 233 student answers generated were analysed using phenomenographic analysis. The analysis revealed that the way in which the students experienced the Mediterranean refugee situation was clearly related to the quality of their analysis. In the analysis of the students’ written responses, three aspects were identified that seem to be critical for students to discern in order to develop more qualified causal analyses of a societal issue. These aspects concern the dynamics of a societal issue, the complexity in causation and the importance of taking different dimensions into consideration (such as individual and societal dimensions as well as historical and future dimensions). These aspects proved to be important for all school stages involved in the study. Implications for teaching are discussed.
PELATIHAN DIGITAL DALAM MENINGKATKAN PROMOSI USAHA BATIK DI KALIMANTAN TENGAH
Authors: Ferdinand Ferdinand , Tiawon Harin
Published: August 2024

Pelatihan digital untuk meningkatkan promosi usaha batik di Kalimantan Tengah dirancang untuk membantu pelaku usaha batik dalam memanfaatkan teknologi dan media sosial guna memperluas jangkauan pasar dan meningkatkan daya tarik produk mereka. Kegiatan ini mencakup analisis kebutuhan, desain materi pelatihan, dan penggunaan metode pengajaran yang variatif seperti workshop, seminar, dan sesi praktik langsung. Pelatihan ini berfokus pada penggunaan media sosial, strategi pemasaran digital, dan pembuatan konten berkualitas tinggi. Selain itu, pelatihan menyediakan dukungan melalui sesi konsultasi individu, mentoring berkelanjutan, dan akses ke alat digital serta materi edukasi tambahan. Kendala yang dihadapi dalam pelatihan ini meliputi kurangnya pengetahuan digital, keterbatasan akses internet, dan modal terbatas. Solusi yang diterapkan termasuk pelatihan intensif, strategi promosi organik, dan optimasi konten. Dengan pendekatan ini, diharapkan pelaku usaha batik dapat mengatasi tantangan promosi yang ada, meningkatkan keterampilan mereka dalam pemasaran digital, dan memperkuat brand batik Kalimantan Tengah di pasar lokal dan internasional. Pelatihan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan visibilitas batik dan memperkuat posisinya sebagai produk budaya yang berharga di industri fashion.
IMPACT OF DISTRIBUTED GENERATION (DG) ON Alzahra, Libya, 30KV ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTED NETWORK
Authors:   University of Zawia, Salih Abdulkarim .H. , Marimi Rashed M ,   University of Zawia
Published: August 2024

Libyan electric distribution networks are suffering many problems of voltage limits violation, high system losses and low system performance. In this paper, a load flow study will be performed for a large power distribution of Alzahra area in Libya that include Alzahra power station. Considering distribution generation (DG) penetration method instead of conventional replanning methods, such as the expanding and adding methods that needs efforts and time. Alzahra 30KV electric system is taken as the case study including Alzahra power plant, different operation cases are considered includes the operation of the considering DG penetration during peak loads. The availability of high-performance software's such as NIPLAN helps in redesigning and replanning of electric power system for enhancing performance and solving system problems. The loss in the general phase was 8MW, and after increasing the loads by 8%, the loss ratio increased to 10MW. When adding the distribution generation in the right place, we note that the loss has been saved to approximately 4.5MW. KEYWORDS: DG, Penetration, Load flow, NIPLAN software, Voltage drop, Power system planning.
Exploring Code-Switching in EFL Classes at ULM: A Comparative Study of Teachers' and Learners' Motivations
Authors: Muneeb Muhammad , Fatima Arooj , Shoaib Muhammad , Amin Tariq
Published: August 2024

The study explores the students' and teachers' reasons behind code-switching and the similarities and differences between their reasons in EFL classes at the University of Lakki Marwat (ULM), Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP). The data were collected from teachers and students of the department of English, ULM. Interviews were conducted with both teachers and students. The data were analyzed by following the thematic analysis technique. The study found that the students switch between languages to express ideas easily, expedite the learning process, change from formal to informal and vice versa, understand complex concepts, and make communication smoother. The study also found that the teachers switch from one language to another to enhance students' understanding of language concepts, create more engagement between students and teachers, positively impact the overall learning environment, meet L2 learners' needs, and move from one topic to another. Moreover, the study also revealed that students do code-switching for practical benefits, whereas teachers do it for pedagogical benefits. The study concludes that both students and teachers use code-switching as a strategy in their EFL classes to make the teaching and learning process smoother. The study recommends conducting a comparative study of code-switching by teachers and students of different disciplines in Lakki Marwat and KP higher education institutions. The study is significant in the academic and social sectors by raising awareness of bilingualism. It promotes linguistic diversity and encourages acceptance of multilingualism in society.
Delving into Workplace Interruption: Analyzing the Impact of Phone Calls and Coworker Conversations on Procrastination at Work
Authors: Ghani Tuba , Abbas Javaria , Sarwat Nosheen
Published: August 2024

Workplace interruptions are becoming a more common serious issue in every work environment. Workplace interruptions can disrupt the attainment of goals and generate costly errors. Nevertheless, more research needs to focus on sources of workplace interruptions and their consequences. Drawing on action regulation theory, this study's main objective is to identify the sources of workplace interruptions, such as receiving calls and coworker conversations, and how these sources of workplace interruptions may cause procrastination at work by examining the mediating role of time pressure. Data were collected from the banking sector of Multan, Pakistan. After data consolidation, the final sample was 256. The findings of this study revealed that receiving calls and coworker conversations is positively related to procrastination at work, and time pressure mediates this relationship. This study addresses the gap in inquiring about innovative aspects of workplace interruption sources that interfere with workers' everyday working lives. The main strength and novelty of the current study is that it expanded the understanding and application of workplace sources of interruption while also expanding the idea of action regulation by emphasizing its interaction with time pressure as a mediator. The findings of this study are significant for legislators and management professionals, particularly those who deal with workplace interruptions.
Kesiapan Rumah Sakit Indonesia Menghadapi Kompetensi Medicaltourism Di Asiatenggara
Authors: Diah Kumalasari
Published: August 2024

Medical tourism or health tourism is a travel activity to get health services. Many Indonesian citizens choose to seek treatment abroad because Indonesia does not have a good health industry. This of course causes a reduction in state revenues in the health and tourism sectors. The writing of this article aims to determine the factors that influence people's interest in seeking treatment abroad so that they can be input for hospitals in Indonesia to be able to compete against medical tourism which is growing rapidly in Southeast Asia. The method used is to review the articles obtained from the database using inclusion criteria and keywords. The results obtained indicate that the factors that attract patients to get services in hospitals are high quality services, served by communicative medical personnel and staff, competent with international expertise and reputation, with short service times and affordable prices, availability of clear information, as well as safe and quality treatment outcomes.
Hak untuk Kesehatan dalam Konteks Medical Tourism Berdasarkan Perspektif Hak Asasi Manusia
Authors: Dwi Lestari Indah Sari
Published: August 2024

Medical tourism is a global phenomenon in which individuals travel across countries to receive medical or health care. Although not directly recognized as a major component of human rights (HAM), medical tourism has a relevant impact on human rights aspects in countries like Indonesia.  The Indonesian government has an important role in regulating medical tourism by taking into account the human rights framework. This involves developing regulations that ensure the protection of patient rights, monitoring quality medical practice, and fulfilling access to health services for all citizens, both local and medical tourists. This article provides a brief analysis of how medical tourism can impact several aspects of human rights including the right to health. However, this approach also raises questions about equitable access to medical care for local populations. In order to maintain a balance between benefits and negative impacts, implementing medical tourism in accordance with human rights principles will support the sustainable goal of providing quality and equitable medical care for all individuals, without violating human rights.
Penegakan Hukum pada Kejahatan Cyber Crime Produsen yang Mempekerjakan Endorsement untuk Mempromosikan Kosmetika Ilegal Melalui Instagram
Authors: Edward Haryadi
Published: August 2024

Internet users in Indonesia are increasing, in 2021 the development of Internet use is increasing rapidly as many as 7,000 samples come from Indonesia and all provinces in Indonesia and is growing from 8.9% to 73.7%, equivalent to 196.7 million internet users. Internet use is mostly used for social media such as Instagram. However, not all Instagram users can use Instagram wisely, so many cases of cyber crime still occur in Indonesia. So this research will discuss how law enforcement deals with cybercrime by manufacturers who employ endorsements to promote illegal cosmetics via Instagram. Using normative research methods activities that will examine internal aspects (to solve problems that exist within) positive law. For cases that occur, law enforcement can be applied such as imposing criminal sanctions as explained in the Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 19 of 2016 concerning Amendments to Law Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions Article 9 in conjunction with Article 62 paragraph 1 of the Law Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection which reads Business actors who violate the provisions referred to in Article 8, Article 9, Article 9, Article 10, Article 13 paragraph (2), Article 15, Article 17 paragraph (1) letter a , letter b, letter c, letter e, paragraph (2), and article 18 shall be punished with imprisonment for a maximum of 5 (five) years or a fine of up to Rp. 2,000,000,000.00 (two billion rupiah). Suggestions that consumers are obliged to report if a case like this occurs so that the implementation in law enforcement will run smoother and be eradicated quickly, similar cases will no longer exist.
Perlindungan Hukum Konsumen dari Praktik Iklan yang Menyesatkan oleh Pelaku Usaha di Kota Kupang Berdasarkan Undang-Undang Nomor 8 Tahun 1999 Tentang Perlindungan Konsumen
Authors: Dio Afriyanto Minta  , Agustinus Hedewata  , Sukardan Aloysius
Published: August 2024

This study aims to (1) find out the role of business actors in making misleading promotions according to Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection, and (2) to find out the legal protection for consumers in Kupang City against misleading information provided by business actors through product promotion based on Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection. This study uses an empirical judiciary method using primary data and secondary data. The results of the study show that (1) The role of business actors in making misleading advertising promotions is depicted in practices such as false advertising, deceptive practices, and fraudulent advertising. Business actors have a role in creating advertisements that do not match reality, providing incorrect information, and manipulating consumers to make purchase decisions without correct information. The impact includes harming consumers, damaging market integrity, and potentially harming the overall business image. Mistakes in this kind of marketing practice not only violate consumer protection laws, but can also shake consumer trust and affect market fairness and integrity, and (2) In the face of misleading information from business actors through product promotion in Kupang City, legal protection for consumers is essential, especially with reference to Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection. This law provides a legal basis to protect consumers from dishonest and harmful advertising practices. By emphasizing principles such as benefits, fairness, balance, security, consumer safety, and legal certainty, the Act creates a foundation for consumer protection.
Biomechanical Evaluation of a Locally Manufactured Modular External Fixator for Tibial Shaft Fractures
Authors: Valdez Maria Patricia , Estrella Emmanuel , Magdaluyo Eduardo Jr.
Published: August 2024

Background. Modular external fixations used in the Philippines are manufactured abroad, leading to high costs and limited availability, making them unaffordable for most Filipino patients. The reliability of some external fixators is limited because not all have undergone biomechanical testing.
Objective. This study aimed to determine the biomechanical stability of locally manufactured modular external fixator clamps (iFIX) versus commercially available fixators (Roger-Anderson) for tibial shaft fractures.
Methodology. The biomechanical stability (stiffness, yield, ultimate strength) under loading of the local prototypes was compared with the commercially available fixators.
Result. No slippage was observed in all rods, pins, and clamps in all groups. No bending occurred in any rods or pins in all groups. There was also no apparent deformation of the internal threading of the pins within the tibial analogs. The commercial fixator group’s ultimate load to failure up was double (110.57% difference) that of the local prototype.
Conclusion. The differences in the biomechanical performance between the iFIX and Roger-Anderson clamps may be attributed to variations in clamp material composition. The iFIX fixator exhibited lower stiffness but did not display deformation under axial loading, component displaced slippage, or thread loosening, making it comparable to the commercial fixator.
A tale of two generations: Justice in cities for a low-carbon world
Authors: Phillips Alicia , Heffron Raphael J.
Published: August 2024

According to the greenhouse gas (GHG) protocol for cities, GHGs are responsible for an estimated 75 per cent of global energy-related carbon dioxide emissions. This represents a key opportunity to tackle climate change. With the year 2023 and, in particular, the month of July delivering record-breaking temperatures, this demonstrates a clear need to accelerate decarbonisation and, in this context, to reduce the carbon footprint of cities. Further, acting on urban development addresses a number of key United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs). Many cities, however, are struggling to break away from a reliance on carbon and some are economically dependent on it. This paper seeks to investigate, through an energy justice lens, some first considerations of how to secure just and sustainable urban regeneration. It posits that energy justice, and its five core principles, is a useful analytical tool for considering the justice and development concerns related to the transition to a low-carbon world. The cities examined in brief in this comparative study are Bordeaux in France, Venice in Italy, Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam and Bangkok in Thailand. The research posits that despite different trajectories, cities can play a leading role in ensuring justice and sustainability in our low-carbon world.
Stakeholder engagement: From sharing information and building consensus to mobilising public and private actors to create collaborative ecosystems
Authors: Dall’Orso Marco
Published: August 2024

The paper proposes a novel approach to dialogue with local stakeholders to maximise the shared value that can be generated by infrastructure investments for the benefit of urban communities. The approach proposes a method for deliberately activating synergies between infrastructure and complementary initiatives through the active engagement of public and private stakeholders. In many cases today, infrastructure is designed, financed and implemented as functionally unitary engineering works that meet a specific need, leaving synergies with complementary initiatives to be activated spontaneously. Moreover, the dialogue with local stakeholders is limited and reductive, aiming mainly at the exchange of some project information and consensus building, thus missing the opportunity to identify and mobilise those ideas, capabilities and resources that are always present within a community. In the proposed approach, infrastructure is the catalyst for a long-term vision and stakeholder engagement is the tool for identifying the synergistic initiatives that can be implemented with the participation of public and private actors to maximise value creation.