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THROUGH THE KALEIDOSCOPIC FEATURES OF LIFELONG LEARNING: A MULTI-FACETED EXPLORATION OF FUNCTIONAL ILLITERATE PARENTS’ EXPERIENCES IN MODULAR DISTANCE LEARNING
Authors: Biñas Jr. Hernan L. , Garvida Louie Mark G.
Published: May 2023

This multiple case study described functional illiterate parents’ lived experiences in Modular Distance Learning through their struggles, coping mechanisms, and realizations as supervisors of their children’s learning. The data from each of the functional illiterate parents was checked to discover similarities and differences between cases for a more in-depth understanding of the phenomenon. Specifically, this study examined five functional illiterate parents who were purposively chosen in one of the rural areas in General Santos City, Philippines. The findings showed that the key informants struggled with their incapability to supervise learning, emotional stress, difficulty in handling young learners, difficult modules, irresponsible children, and prioritizing other responsibilities. In order to deal with these struggles, their coping mechanisms were calls for assistance, positive thinking, avoiding overthinking, problem avoidance, trusting children’s ability, and parent as a student. Their realizations were modular distance learning is difficult, education is pivotal, parents’ involvement is important, children learn better face-to-face, and children become responsible. The results of the cross-case study revealed that while some emerging themes were carried out by all functionally illiterate parents, others were carried out by specific functionally illiterate parents. Nevertheless, it was found out that all functionally illiterate parents have struggled, learned to cope with the struggles, and gained realizations as surrogate teachers in modular distance learning.
 

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ORGANIZATIONAL TRUST, TEACHERS' SELF-EFFICACY AND SCHOOL CULTURE: A STRUCTURAL EQUATION MODEL ON PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMMUNITIES AMONG PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN REGION XI
Authors: Guhao Jr. Eugenio S. , Sioting Jr. Rolando N.
Published: May 2023

This research journey attempted to investigate the impact of organizational trust, teachers’ self-efficacy, and school culture on professional learning communities in public elementary schools using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to 400 elementary school teachers in Davao Region, Philippines. Findings revealed very high levels of Organizational Trust, Teacher Self-Efficacy, School Culture, and Professional Learning Communities. There were significant correlations between Organizational Trust, Teacher Self-Efficacy, School Culture, and Professional Learning Organization. Further, results showed that the best fit model was model 3 showing the direct causal relationships of Organizational Trust, Teacher Self-efficacy, and School Culture on Professional Learning Communities. Furthermore, structure modifications revealed that Professional Learning Communities were defined by their retained indicators, namely: Collective Learning and Application, and Supportive Conditions – Relationships. On the other hand, Organizational Trust was described by its domains: Affect-Based Trust, and Cognition-Based Trust while Teacher Self-Efficacy was determined by its retained indicators, namely: Classroom Management and Student Engagement. Finally, School Culture was measured by its domains: Affiliative Collegiality and Professional Collaboration. The findings of the study could be a significant baseline for faculty development programs of educational institutions.
 

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THE LEVEL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION AND MANAGEMENT (DRRM) PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION AMONG PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: BASIS FOR A PROPOSED ‘OUR SCHOOL, OUR SAFE ZONE’ PROGRAM
Authors: Baluran April Grace Sabanal
Published: May 2023

The study aimed to determine the level of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (RDDM) Program Implementation of the three different districts in Polomolok South Cotabato. A cross-sectional survey was utilized in this study. The respondents were the 40 schools district coordinators of the three districts namely South, West, and East districts of Polomok, South Cotabato. It was found out that the level of Disaster Risk Reduction and Management in Districts 1, 2, and was high in terms of prevention and Migration. In terms of preparedness, the level of implementation of DRRM was high in District 1, moderate in District 3, while low in District 2. In terms of disaster response, the level of implementation of DRRM in Districts 1, 2, and 3 was high. In terms of recovery and rehabilitation, the level of implementation of DRRM was high in Districts 2, 3, while moderate in District 1. A proposed ‘Our School, Our Safe Zone’ program was crafted to address the gaps of the study.
 

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UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF TEACHING QUALITY BEFORE AND AFTER THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Tuomainen Satu
Published: May 2023

Teaching quality refers to the level of teaching practices, delivery, content and methods and it is often viewed subjectively by various stakeholders in education, including students. The aim of this study, applying a phenomenographic approach, was to replicate a study conducted before the Covid-19 pandemic with master students in Finland. Applying a similar process and participants, the study aimed to explore whether students’ perceptions of teaching quality had altered after the Covid-19 increase in online teaching and learning. Three main themes arose from the interview data: teaching quality as clarity, teaching quality as engagement, and teaching quality as either online teaching or contact teaching. These themes differ from the pre-Covid themes in which teaching quality was associated with pedagogical professionalism, personal qualities of the teacher and the general learning environment. It can be inferred that the increased online modes and environments in higher education in Finland have had an impact on students and what they perceive as teaching quality. Teaching is also increasingly viewed through the personal experiences of the students, both positive and negative, and an emotional reaction to teaching and learning was also evident in the post-Covid data.
 

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RESILIENCE AND REFLECTION: ILLUMINATING THE JOY AND SORROW OF JUNIOR AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS WITH MULTIPLE ANCILLARY SERVICES DURING THE TIME OF PANDEMIC
Authors: Diomampo Luna Vivienne L. , Quines Lyndon A.
Published: May 2023

The purpose of this study was to find out the lived experiences, coping mechanisms, insights, hopes, and aspirations of junior and senior high school teachers with multiple ancillary services during the pandemic. The researcher conducted in-depth interviews among eight informants and a focus group discussion among nine participants of the GSCNSSAT, using the qualitative phenomenological method. Analysis of the transcriptions generated 26 essential themes and 98 core ideas, which include long-time dream, wise awareness, influenced by the parents, positive expectations, felt ultimate satisfaction and happiness, flexible with the work, overwhelming responsibilities, adaptability, overcoming difficulties, embracing adjustment, other tasks interfere with the main work, building a connection with colleagues, spending quality time with family, adjusting to new normal, reaching out to the students, identifying and accepting physical challenges, identifying and accepting mental and emotional challenges, having leisure time, keeping the positivity, keep being motivated, having a positive mindset would radiate to colleagues, manage the tasks well, support system like colleagues and superiors is important, family support matters, strive hard for a better future, continue the love for education. The results and discussion of this study implied that teachers are resilient and innovative in the face of adversity, being optimistic and dedicated as they are, but their superiors should take into account that they would do well to have the support and appreciation of their family and colleagues, taking in achievable and realistic demands made of them.
 

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RESEARCH ON EXERCISES TO DEVELOP PROFESSIONAL PHYSICAL STRENGTH FOR MALE STUDENTS OF VOVINAM TEAM AT HO CHI MINH CITY UNIVERSITY OF SPORTS, VIETNAM
Authors: Huong Tran Thi Kim , Phuong Le Quy
Published: May 2023

On the basis of synthesizing and analyzing the opinions and knowledge of experts, building exercises to develop professional fitness for male Vovinam students in the HCM City University of Sports team. The research has synthesized 27 exercises to develop strength of mind, including 7 supplementary exercises, 5 arm exercises, 9 leg exercises and 6 continuous exercises to be included in the training program in the 2020-2021 school year. The results after 1 year of the experiment showed that the exercises to develop mental strength for male Vovinam students increased.
 

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ICT INDICATORS AND MUSIC PERFORMANCE OF MAPEH STUDENTS: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF TEACHING COMPETENCY
Authors: Najera Charmaine Lynne L. , Osorno Rodolfo II M.
Published: May 2023

This study aimed to determine the mediating effect of teaching competency on the relationship between ICT Indicators and the music performance of MAPEH students. The researcher utilizes a quantitative, non-experimental design via a correlational technique. The researcher obtained data from 300 Grade 11 and 12 students of the three national high schools under the division of Davao del Sur in Region XI. The researcher utilized a stratified random sampling technique and an online survey mode of data collection. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools: mean, Pearson r, regression and med graph using the Sobel z- test. The study results found that there is a very high mean score of teaching competency, high levels of ICT indicators and music performance of MAPEH students. Furthermore, there are significant relationships between ICT indicators and music performance, ICT indicators and teaching competency and teaching competency and music performance of MAPEH students. Further, the result revealed that there was complete mediation on the effect of teaching competency on the relationship between ICT Indicators and the music performance of MAPEH students.
 

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ACTUAL SITUATION OF HUMAN RESOURCES WITH BACHELOR’S DEGREE OF SPORTS MAJORING IN BASKETBALL AT BAC NINH SPORT UNIVERSITY OF VIETNAM
Authors: Toan Pham Duc , Anh Nguyen Duc , Hoa Nguyen Van , Son Nguyen , Hung Nguyen Xuan
Published: May 2023

The study investigated the assessing the actual situation of human resources with bachelor’s degree in Basketball major, Bac Ninh Sport University of Viet Nam in the period of 2015-2019 through the following criteria: characteristics of the major graduates and job searching results of the bachelors after graduation. The result showed that the percentage of enrolled and graduated students majoring in Basketball accounts for a high percentage of the total students in the university. However, the number of students majoring in Basketball does the right job after leaving university is still low. The level of meeting the social requirements of Bachelors of Sports majoring in Basketball is mainly at the average level.
 

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THE APPLICATION OF GENERAL ENDURANCE EXERCISES TO IMPROVE 3000-METER ARMED RUNS OF MALE MILITIA FORCES AGED 25-28 IN HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Truong Duong Ngoc , Cuong Trinh Huy , Hai Tran Chi
Published: May 2023

A 3000-meter run with guns, a common physical exercise to train endurance in military force, is one of the training and competition contents for male soldiers of the Vietnam People's Armed Forces in general and militia forces in particular. The purpose of this study was to build up a general endurance exercise for male militia forces aged 25-28 in Ho Chi Minh City. Independent samples t-test was used to compare the difference between the experimental and control groups, while Paired sample t-test was used to identify the difference between the pre- and post-experimental. By using the general methods in sport, 12 general endurance exercises were selected and applied for male militia forces in 3000-meter armed runs. Besides, the result showed that there was a significant difference between the two groups (the experimental group had higher scores when compared with the control one) after eight weeks of training.
 

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COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF MUSCLE ENERGY TECHNIQUE AND ACTIVE RELEASE TECHNIQUE ON THE GLENOHUMERAL INTERNAL ROTATION DEFICIT (GIRD) IN YOUNG THROWING ATHLETES
Authors: Behera Debasis , Vishwanath Sneha
Published: May 2023

Background: Glenohumeral internal rotation deficit (GIRD) is one of the most common causes of impairments in overhead throwing athletes due to high intense and repeated throwing activities. The purpose of this study is to compare the effects of Muscle energy technique and Active release technique in overhead throwing athletes with Glenohumeral internal rotation deficits. Materials and Methods: A total of 42 athletes with age group 18-25 were selected for the study and a simple random lottery method was used to divide the sample into three groups; Group A (n=14) received muscle energy technique and conventional therapy, Group B (n=14) received active release technique and conventional therapy, Group C (n=14) received only conventional therapy. Measurements of shoulder internal rotation ROM (by Goniometer) and SPADI (shoulder pain and disability index) were assessed pre- and post-treatment after 4 weeks. Results: The results showed that Group A shows a significant difference in shoulder internal rotation ROM with a p-value <0.05 than Group B and C, but there was no significant difference was found between all the groups in the SPADI score with p-value >0.600. Conclusion: The study concluded that the muscle energy technique is more effective than the active release technique in improving shoulder internal rotation ROM, but both techniques have equally effective in improving shoulder function among athletes with GIRD.

 

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THE PHYSICAL FITNESS STATUS OF MALE STUDENTS OF DONG NAI UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Hoai Nguyen Huy , Tung Quan Kim , Dat Nguyen Huu
Published: May 2023

The article was made with the aim of evaluating the most fair and comprehensive way of physical fitness of male students at Dong Nai University. To bring about accurate results for the study, the team used research techniques common in the fields of physical education and sports. Therefore, the current fitness status of Dong Nai University students is assessed by comparing their performance with the average fitness of Vietnam and other universities such as Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City (VNUHCM) of the same age and sex. In this way, the fitness of 19-year-old students of Dong Nai University is also measured according to Decision 53/2008/BGD&DT of the Ministry of Education and Training. The results showed that people with good physical strength accounted for 2.49% of the total number of study subjects, people with acceptable fitness accounted for 7.47% and people with poor physical strength accounted for 90.04%. In general, male students from Dong Nai University have better physical fitness than the average Vietnamese, more than VNU-HCM students, and compared to Vietnamese in average physical strength and strength. hand and forearm muscles. They are also lower than the average fitness of the Vietnamese, lower than the students of VNU-HCM, and the average fitness of the Vietnamese in terms of speed, leg muscle strength, endurance, sub-muscular strength and dexterity.
 

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PREDICTORS OF THE PERFORMANCE OF ATHLETES IN STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
Authors: Santiago Armando M.
Published: May 2023

This research examined the performance of athletes both in regional and national competitions using the descriptive correlation design method. A total of 155 participants, which include student-athletes and trainers, participated in the study. The participants include 100 athletes and 55 trainers from the seven states universities and colleges in the National Capital Region (NCR). Frequency, mean, and standard deviation were calculated using descriptive statistics while multiple regression coefficients were computed using inferential statistics. Based on the results, most of the athletes are within a height index of 5ft. to 5.92ft, a weight range of 51kg to 60 kg, belonged to the 15-10 years of age bracket, males, and academically ranked as ‘Superior’. Most of the athletes had attended a series of group training and most were engaged in 4 or more training a month. In addition, the majority of the trainers were females, with less than 1 year of training experience, attended 3-5 seminars, and have an average emotional quotient. The administrative support was perceived to be ‘very adequate’ by athletes in terms of sport budget as congruent to the trainers’ perception. Furthermore, both the athletes and trainers perceived sport facilities as ‘very adequate’. The perception of athletes about sport incentives was ‘very adequate’ as same with the trainers. Results show that the predictors of athletes’ regional performance are trainers’ length of teaching experiences, frequency of training, and body built. On the other hand, the predictors of athletes’ national performance are frequency of training, age, incentive, and administrative support. For the athletes’ and trainers’ overall total performance, the predators include the athletes’ frequency of training, athletes’ body built, and trainers’ number of seminars. These findings suggest that the profile of the athletes and trainers predicts the performance of athletes in states colleges and universities in higher athletic competitions as well as the administrative support given to them.
 

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CURRENT SITUATION OF STUDENTS’ PSYCHOLOGICAL STATE BEFORE PRACTICAL COURSES’ FINAL EXAMS
Authors: Vinh Nguyen Quang , Luc Nguyen Dang , Hieu Le Van
Published: May 2023

The article aimed to determine the factors influencing students’ psychological state before the final exam of practical courses. The article used conventional scientific research methods in sports and physical training combined with psychological tests studied on fifty students at Ho Chi Minh City University of Physical Education and Sports (UPES). After reviewing related studies and consulting with experts, four tests were employed to assess the psychological state before the test of the research subjects. The results showed that students with a good psychological state to take the exam had good test results. Conversely, students with a feverish or lethargic state will have poor test results. The research results serve as the basis for proposing measures to adjust the psychological state before the exam, contributing to improving the learning results of students.
 

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RESOURCES USED IN THE PROVISION OF SERVICES TO ADOLESCENTS WITH EMOTIONAL AND BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS AT KAKAMEGA REHABILITATION CENTRE, KAKAMEGA COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Silomelo Nelima Beatrice , Wamocho Irangi Franciscah , Awori Beatrice Bunyasi
Published: May 2023

This study purposely sought to investigate resources used in the provision of services to adolescents with emotional and behavioural disorders.  The study adopted a case study design targeting 250 rehabilitees, 30 rehabilitators, and 1 manager. The study used a lottery method to select a sample size of 50% of the target population. The study sample comprised 125 rehabilitees, 15 rehabilitators, and 1 manager making a total of 141 respondents. The semi-structured interview guide for the manager, questionnaires for both rehabilitators and rehabilitees, and observation checklist for resources were used as research instruments. Piloting of the instruments was done at the Shikusa rehabilitation centre. A case study research methodology was used in the study. Data from objectives were analysed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Descriptive statistics for example frequency tables and percentages sum up information measurably from the closed-ended items. The analysed information was introduced utilizing frequency tables, structured presentations, pie charts, and graphs while qualitative data from the manager's semi-structured interview schedule was summarized thematically and narrated in words. The findings indicated that the main material resources available were playing fields, workshops, dormitories, building and construction tools, carpentry tools, classrooms, poultry apparatus, and teaching and learning materials. The study recommends that service providers at the centre need to help the adolescents to achieve a greater sense of independence, and personal responsibility, setting goals, making choices, and understanding their responsibilities which would enhance their self-determination. There is a need for the government to implement strict measures that would ensure that juvenile acts are monitored and youths are protected from any harm. Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development should come up with guidelines on effective ways of managing learners with behaviour disorders while they are still in the childhood stage.
 

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Trabajo remunerado y de cuidados en la Ciudad de México. Los efectos de la pandemia de covid-19 sobre las desigualdades sociales y la convivialidad
Authors: Flamand Laura , Alba Vega Carlos , Aparicio Rosario , Serna Erick
Published: May 2023

Analizamos los efectos de la pandemia de covid-19 sobre las desigualdades sociales y las prácticas de convivialidad en la interacción entre el trabajo remunerado y el de cuidados no remunerado en la Ciudad de México. A partir de una encuesta estratificada original y cuatro grupos focales, estudiamos las diferencias de estos efectos entre hombres y mujeres, y también entre mujeres con características distintas. Respecto al trabajo remunerado, mostramos que la precarización se profundizó: observamos las afectaciones más severas en las personas adultas mayores, las que laboraban en empresas grandes y medianas, y entre las mujeres que trabajaban por cuenta propia. Respecto al trabajo de cuidados no remunerado, las mujeres experimentaron una sobrecarga considerable. La contribución principal de esta investigación es que muestra que la pandemia profundizó las brechas entre grupos de mujeres en perjuicio de las desaventajadas que, en general, disponen de menos recursos para negociar dentro y fuera de los hogares.
TÜRKİYE EKONOMİSİNİN YAPISAL ÖZELLİKLERİNİN KOBİ’LERİN KÜRESEL REKABET GÜCÜNE ETKİLERİ
Authors: ŞENGÜLER Mesut , ADIGÜZEL Muhittin
Published: May 2023

Türkiye’nin de içerisinde bulunduğu Gelişmekte Olan Ekonomiler içerisinde her ülkenin ekonomik açıdan kendisine has yapısal özellikleri bulunmaktadır. Bu özellikler ülkelerin rekabet güçlerini de etkilemekte ve belirlemektedir.

Çalışmada ithal girdi oranı, enflasyon seviyesi, döviz kuru seviyesi, katma değerli üretim, politik istikrar vb. Türkiye ekonomisinin yapısını şekillendiren makroekonomik göstergelerin KOBİ’lerin uluslararası rekabetçiliği üzerinde etkileri incelenmektedir.

Amaç: Bu çalışmada Türkiye ekonomisinin yapısal özelliklerinin KOBİ’lerin küresel rekabet gücüne etkileri değerlendirilmiştir.

Yöntem: Araştırmamızda birincil veri kaynaklarından anket yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Bu kapsamda KOBİ’lerin rekabetçiliğini ortaya koymak adına likert ölçeği ile oluşturulan anket 113 dış ticaret firması üzerinde uygulanmıştır.

Bulgular: KOBİ’lerin rekabetçiliğinin arttırılması için; ithal girdiye olan yüksek bağımlılığın azaltılması, katma değerli ürün üretiminin arttırılması, ihraç ürünlerinin ve ihraç pazarlarının daha fazla çeşitlendirilmesi gerekmektedir. Rekabetçilikte önemli bir etken olan finansmana ulaşım konusunda, öngörülebilirliğin tesis edilmesi amacıyla kur-faiz-enflasyon üçlüsündeki dalgalanmaların önüne geçilerek istikrar sağlanmalıdır. Son olarak diğer ülkeler ile yapılan Gümrük Birliği vb. ekonomik işbirliklerinde, rekabetçiliği olumsuz etkilediği halde tabi olunması zorunlu olan uygulamaların önüne geçilmesi gerekmektedir.

Özgünlük: Türkiye ekonomisinin yapısal özelliklerinin ya da yapısal sorunlarının makro ölçekte etkilerinin ortaya konduğu birçok bilimsel çalışma literatürde yer almaktadır. Bu çalışma ile bu yapısal özelliklerin KOBİ rekabetçiliğine etkileri işletmeler ile yapılan anketle tespit edilmek suretiyle literatüre katkı yapılmıştır.
Jornadas de Tutoría 2022: los obstáculos y retos de la tutoría en la formación de docentes tras el periodo de pandemia.
Authors: Arce Negrete Raquel Paulina , Trujillo Murillo Laura Alejandra , Esquivel Elías Angélica Soledad , Morales Rodríguez Harim Quetzalcoatl
Published: May 2023

De la actividad tutorial que se realizó en el contexto de la pandemia por el covid-19 y la necesidad de una intervención pronta que permitiera atender a estudiantes y docentes, se construyó un plan de acción para generar espacios donde compartir experiencias, retos y oportunidades de la tutoría. Con una metodología en datos cuantitativos, bajo un modelo de investigación interpretativa sobre la conducta y los pensamientos de los alumnos y docentes de la escuela normal y sus empleadores, se crea una correlación con aspectos trabajados en las Jornadas de Tutoría 2022, que tuvieron lugar en la Escuela Normal Rural Gral. Matías Ramos Santos, de San Marcos, Loreto, Zacatecas.
El aprendizaje basado en proyectos mediante las TIC y su relación con el rendimiento académico en estudiantes universitarios.
Authors: Buenrostro Arceo Rosalía , Martínez Ponce de León Jesús Guadalupe , López Velarde Emmanuel Franco , Godínez Dietrich Gabriela
Published: May 2023

Este artículo expone los resultados de una investigación cuyo objetivo fue aplicar el aprendizaje basado en proyectos (abp), mediante las Tecnologías de la Información y la Comunicación (tic) para el desarrollo de competencias en el área de Estadística de los estudiantes, así como el rendimiento académico que éstos presentan. Los resultados muestran que hubo diferencias estadísticamente significativas luego de usar las herramientas tecnológicas (p=<0.001), lo que permite concluir que el abp contribuyó en la mejora de las competencias en Estadística y favoreciendo con ello su formación integral.
Immigration of Russian citizens to Armenia during the Russian-Ukrainian war that began in 2022: pull-push factors
Authors: Melkumyan Yuliana , Melkonyan Nvard
Published: May 2023

This article is devoted to the identification of push and pull factors of immigration of Russian citizens to Armenia in the context of the projections of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict on the Armenian society. Secondary analysis of statistical data and the sociological surveys, as well as the results of in-depth interviews, made it possible to identify the political, social and economic push factors that determine emigration from Russia (sanctions applied against Russia, partial military mobilization, worsening of economic situation, restrictions on freedom of speech and the risk of persecution); pull factors that attract and retain relocants specifically to Armenia (Armenia’s liberal migration policy towards Russian citizens, favorable conditions for foreigners to do business in Armenia, the availability of financial and banking services for Russians, relatively affordable prices for housing, goods and services,and security, Christianity, hospitality and knowledge of the Russian language etc.), as well as factors pushing migrants out of Armenia (the challenges of providing an acceptable standard of living, the lack of well-paid jobs, cooperation between the special services of the Republic of Armenia and the Russian Federation, the threat of Azerbaijani aggression).
Securitization and Democracy in Eurasia: Transformation and Development in the OSCE Region, edited by Anja Mihr, Paolo Sorbello, and Brigitte Weiffen. Springer, Cham. 2023. XVII, 411 pp. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-16659-4.
Authors: Barseghyan Syuzanna , Jilavyan Svetlana
Published: May 2023

This book is a comparative study of securitization and democracy in Eurasia in the context of transformation and development in the OSCE region. In various chapters of the book, special attention is paid to the most important general condition for the success of democratization, which is the guarantor of the political stability of the countries of Eurasia, involving the reform of society while maintaining the ability of public institutions to manage the transitional country. Globalization and the transition to an innovative type of development, a deep qualitative shift in the life of modern society, in its structures and mechanisms of functioning clearly indicate the need for a large-scale breakthrough in the methods of political management. The conceptual rethinking of democracy in the OSCE region is also stimulated by international processes that do not fit into the framework of the currently existing unified liberal concepts. Nothing yet supports the conclusion that sooner or later all the countries of Eurasia will adopt liberal values in the form in which they have been formed in the Western world.

The main task of the authors of this study was to analyze the process of democratization of the Eurasian society, which has a complex dialectical character, that is, a constant balancing between stability and development is necessary. This causes the alternation of democratic tendencies, that is, tendencies of liberalization, emancipation of the political, economic and cultural spheres with tendencies to strengthen the influence of state power structures on the development of the Eurasian society.

The authors of various topics compare the current stage in the development of democracy, which has significant shortcomings, crises of political identity, parliamentarism, the electoral system, etc. This, in turn, leads to the need to concentrate volitional and power efforts in a strictly defined direction in order to resolve the problems and contradictions that have developed in the Eurasian society. Thus, etatization is both an instrument of regulation and a mechanism for self-preservation of the Eurasian society, a guarantor of its further development, ensuring the stability of the political system and contributing to the consolidation of disparate public interests and political forces.
Taylor, Monique. 2022. China’s Digital Authoritarianism. Politics and Development of Contemporary China. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. XVII, 169 pp. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-11252-2
Authors: Kalashyan Vache
Published: May 2023

This book examines the problem of modern Chinese digital authoritarianism, as well as the key global process of modern development, covering various areas of public life. The characteristic features of the global and regional trends in the digitalization of society are identified and described, which modernize the task of adapting political regimes to new network conditions both in China and in other authoritarian countries. This, in turn, raises the question of the need for a comprehensive comparative analysis of cases of legitimation of different political regimes in order to develop a package of recommendations for the effective transformation of the modern Chinese political regime. The most difficult scientific problem is, first of all, the definition of deep transformations of social and political reality under the pressure of forced digitalization. Other problems actualize the chosen research topic: the risks and threats of information wars, politicized fakes, attempts to distort historical memory, which can trigger the processes of delegitimization of the political regime. At the same time, digitalization gives political regimes additional prospects in terms of the use of social networks by government bodies, the transformation of communication models of the ruling parties.
China’s digital technologies are research topics in political science and international relations that affect the quality and effectiveness of governance. In this regard, time and reflective ways of theorizing about digital technologies in international relations are important. The author focuses on the analysis of the role of technological continuity and changes in China, which today has practically no proven approaches to studying the impact of digitalization and big data on international relations.
Capital Structure, Corporate Governance and Cost Efficiency in Selected Listed Financial Firms in Nigeria
Authors:   Obafemi Awolowo University, T. Ayoola John , O. Odusina Ayokunle ,   Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic
Published: May 2023

The study analyzed the cost efficiency of a subset of Nigerian listed financial firms and looked at the impact of corporate governance on the subset of listed financial enterprises. Additionally, it evaluated how corporate governance affected the chosen listed financial organizations in Nigeria taking into consideration capital structure and cost efficiency. They were with the intention of supplying details on the interactions between capital structure, corporate governance, and cost efficiency in a number of Nigerian financial organizations between 2005 and 2020 which is the post-consolidation period and the time the country was affected by the infamous virus that shook the whole world. The objective of this study is to examine the capital structure, and corporate governance on cost efficiency of selected listed financial firms in Nigeria. The study used secondary data from 20 quoted, carefully chosen financial firms in Nigeria and used a descriptive survey design. These data were analyzed using Stochastic Frontier Analysis (SFA) and the findings indicated that the deposit money banks in Nigeria had an average cost of efficiency of 54.6%. The capital structure was significantly impacted by corporate governance factors such as board size (t= 2.285, p0.05) and board expertise (t=-2.311, p0.05). Finally, the outcome demonstrated that elements of corporate governance such as board size (t=-2.807, p 0.05), board independence, and board composition, which acted as intermediary variables between corporate governance and cost-effectiveness, were both statistically significant at the 5% level. According to the study's findings, there was a significant association between cost-effectiveness, corporate governance, and capital structure.
ENERGY AUDIT AND POWER USAGE FOR OLEH CAMPUS, DELTA STATE UNIVERSITY, ABRAKA: A CASE STUDY
Authors:   Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department, Delta State University,Oleh Campus, Abraka, State, Delta State, O.J Eyenubo , A. O Okpare ,   Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department, Delta State University,Oleh Campus, Abraka, State, Delta State, E. E Ebimene ,   Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department, Delta State University,Oleh Campus, Abraka, State, Delta State, U. J Okieke ,   Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department, Delta State University,Oleh Campus, Abraka, State, Delta State, S. O Otuagoma ,   Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department, Delta State University,Oleh Campus, Abraka, State, Delta State, I Oghogho ,   Electrical/Electronic Engineering Department, Delta State University,Oleh Campus, Abraka, State, Delta State
Published: May 2023

Energy audit process including the computation of energy per hour, day, week and calendar month used in Oleh campus ofDelta State University Abraka, was discussed in this paper. Energy waste and valuation and capability of savings were ascertained through walk-through energy audit. Similarly, comprehensive assessment of the data point compiled was ensured by proposing gainful methods for energy usage. The outcomes and other essential knowledge engendered were recorded. The energy auditing for a day is the indicator of the utilization that regulates crises by making available maintenance arrangements. The campus needs 20530.95 kW of electricity per hour costing N1, 113, 598.728. The running charges for a 4 hours power supply for Engineering and Law faculties and other areas in a year will amount to N53, 452, 738.944 resulting in the following break-down 34.7%, 20.5%, 17.3%, 11.7%, 15.8% engineering, law, hostels, administrative block and lodges consumption respectively
APPLIED SOME MIXTURE 2 AND 3 DISTRIBUTION FOR DAILY EXCHANGE RATE AMERICAN DOLLAR VS INDONESIAN RUPIAH PROBABILITY MODELLING
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Salshabillah Cantika Intan , Yendra Rado ,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Desvina Ari Pani ,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, . Rahmadeni ,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Marizal Muhammad ,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science and Technology, Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau
Published: May 2023

As a world superpower, the United States has a very stable exchange rate and has a big impact on the currencies of other countries, like Indonesia. Probability modeling is therefore essential for analyzing the change in exchange rates between the Indonesian rupiah (IDR) and the US dollar (USD). In addition to comparing the distributions of two parameters, this study also discusses the use of several mixture 2 and 3 component distribution probability models, such as mixture 2 log-normal (ML2), mixture 2 Gamma (MG2), mixture 2 Weibull (MW2), mixture 3 Log-Normal (ML3), mixture 3 Gamma (MG3), and a mixture 3 Weibull (MW3). The maximum likelihood method is used for parameter estimation, and numerical methods like Akaike Information Cretarius (AIC) and Bayesian Information Cretarius (BIC) are used to select the best model, also known as the Goodness of Fit (GOF). Then, the GOF between the model distribution and the theoretical data is evaluated. The ML3 distribution-based daily USD/IDR exchange rate data can be best modeled using the MLE approach, as demonstrated by the results. We are able to reasonably forecast the risks associated with daily exchanges in the future on the basis of the identified models
Implementation of Stad and Jigsaw Type Cooperative Learning Models in Science Learning at Lower Class Islamic Elementary School
Authors:   MI Ma’arif Caruy Cipari Kailacap, Ni’mah Uswatun , Dharin Abu ,   UIN Prof. KH. Saifuddin Zuhri Purwokerto
Published: May 2023

In general, science subjects in the lower grades (grades 1 to 3) are not in curriculum 13, but in fact, science subject matter is always present in every learning theme. At the age of grades 1 to 3 children begin to interact with their peers and the environment around them. To develop the child's social spirit, a lower grade teacher is certainly very good if learning uses cooperative methods. One of the alternative cooperative learning models that can be used by teachers in the lower grades is the STAD and jigsaw cooperative learning methods. Writing this scientific paper aims to find out how the STAD and Jigsaw learning models are applied in the lower classes. The method used in this scientific writing is a type of qualitative research that takes a background at MI Ma'arif Caruy. The results showed that the STAD and Jigsaw learning methods in the lower grades could be applied well even though they were still accompanied by the teacher. Students could collaborate with their group mates or with other groups with the help of worksheets that had been prepared by the teacher, so that students could learn science material well. can work together, respect each other, appreciate and help each other if his friends are having difficulties.
The Effectiveness of Scientifically-Based E-LKPD on the Body's Defense System Material to Improve Critical Thinking Skills and Learning Interest of Grade XI High School Students
Authors:   Department of biology education, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia, Huda Fika Miftahul , Subiantoro Agung Wijaya ,   Department of biology education, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Yogyakarta State University, Indonesia, Maulidiya Anisa ,   Teacher Professional Education, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia
Published: May 2023

The learning process carried out is still teacher-centered in conventional ways such as lectures and the lack of use of learning materials or supporting learning devices. This study aims to test the effectiveness of scientifically-based E-LKPD in improving students' critical thinking skills and learning interest in the body's defense system material. This type of research is quasi-experimental with a pre-test design and post-test control group design. The research was conducted at Senior High School 2 Sleman. Limited trials were conducted in class XI MIPA 1 and field trials were carried out in class XI MIPA II as an experimental class and class XI MIPA II as a control class. The sampling technique is carried out by cluster random sampling. Data collection used several instruments, namely interviews, needs analysis questionnaires, assessment questionnaires for material experts, media expert assessment questionnaires, RPP expert assessment questionnaires, syllabus expert assessment questionnaires, biology teacher assessment questionnaires, student response questionnaires, learning interest questionnaires, critical thinking test sheets. Data analysis techniques use the normality test, homogeneity test, T-test, Mann-Whitney test, and n-gain score. The results obtained from this study revealed that the use of scientifically-based E-LKPD in the learning process is effective in improving the critical thinking skills and learning interests of students. Improving students' critical thinking skills is included in the high category with an n-gain value of 0.76 and interest in learning with an n-gain value of 0.75 is also included in the high category.
Rationality of the Antibiotics Use in Pediatric Acute Respiratory Infection Patients at Ssma Hospital in Pontianak, Indonesia
Authors:   Department of Pharmacy, Medical Faculty, University of Tanjungpura Pontianak, Indonesia, Yuswar Muhammad Akib , Purwanti Nera Umilia ,   Department of Pharmacy, Medical Faculty, University of Tanjungpura Pontianak, Indonesia
Published: May 2023

Acute respiratory tract infections (ARI) in children have a high prevalence that can be caused by bacteria or viruses. Antibiotics are prescribed more often than recommendations in the guidelines. This study aims to evaluate the rationality of antibiotic use and the occurrence of drug interactions in pediatric patients diagnosed with ARI at one of the hospitals in Pontianak based on some parameters such as right drug, right dose, and right duration as well as the incidence of drug interactions. Data collection was carried out based on medical record data which was carried out with a total sampling technique, namely taking all data that met the inclusion criteria.This research is a descriptive cross sectional design and retrospective data collection using patient medical records. Samples were taken by total sampling method. The results obtained from 131 patients consisting of 172 visits, right drug (131), right dose (93), and right duration (77).
Importance of Telomeres in Their Potential Scope for Determining Aging
Authors:   School of Medicine. Autonomous University of Guadalajara. Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico., Cornejo Morelia Yunuen López , Armenta Ana Karen Luque ,   School of Medicine. Autonomous University of Guadalajara. Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico.
Published: May 2023

Aging has had and will have a considerable relevance in the population for millions of years. Various ways have been explored to prevent or prolong it, since aging is often accompanied by chronic degenerative diseases. Although not much information has been discovered about this, the participation of telomeres in aging has been studied. Telomeres are the ends of DNA that protect and prevent its degradation, however, the relationship of the presence of long telomeres to a long life has been contemplated in conjunction with the reduction of chronic degenerative diseases, so that these individuals have a more desirable quality of life than individuals who have shortened telomeres
MUI Fatwa's Contribution to Legal Policies Related to Covid-19 Vaccination Regulations
Authors:   Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, Hasanuddin Hasanuddin , Yunus Nur Rohim ,   Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, Mufidah Mufidah ,   Universitas Islam Negeri Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta
Published: May 2023

This article examines the impact of the Fatwa of the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) on the legal policies regulating COVID-19 vaccination. The MUI fatwa is a religious edict issued by a prominent Islamic institution in Indonesia that outlines the halal status, benefits, and safety of the COVID-19 vaccine. In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccination-related legal policies are crucial for assuring public health protection and combating the pandemic. The MUI fatwa can guide the government and related institutions when formulating legal policies regarding COVID-19 vaccination. This article will discuss in detail how the MUI Fatwa contributes to the formulation of legal procedures in Indonesia regarding the regulation of COVID-19 vaccination. This article examines the effect of the MUI Fatwa on government decision-making, the implementation of rules, and the COVID-19 vaccination program in Indonesia. This article will identify key aspects of the MUI Fatwa that impact legal policies relating to COVID-19 vaccination through a qualitative approach incorporating literature studies and statutory regulation approaches. In addition, this article will assess the benefits and drawbacks of the contribution of the MUI Fatwa and provide suggestions for enhancing the role and efficacy of the MUI Fatwa in Indonesian legal policies concerning COVID-19 vaccination. By understanding the assistance of the MUI Fatwa to legal procedures regarding the regulation of COVID-19 vaccination, it is hoped that this article will provide policymakers, related institutions, and the general public with valuable insights for addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and promoting effective and sustainable vaccination efforts.
Enhancing the Role of Party Building and Rectification in the Current Period
Authors:   Dean of the Faculty of Party Building, Thai Binh School of Politics, Tuyet Lan Truong Thi
Published: May 2023

The Communist Party of Vietnam, founded in 1930, has steered the revolutionary boat to bring the Vietnamese people through many rapids to the victory of the national liberation revolution and national reunification. Today, the Party continues to lead our people to build socialism in the new era, achieving many great victories in all fields as General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong affirmed “with all modestly, we can still say that: Our country has never had the opportunity, potential, position and international prestige like today, ..”. It can be seen that these successes comes from many reasons, of which one of the important reasons is that we have done well in the construction and rectification of the Party. This is one of the important tasks affecting the regime's survival and the development of socialist Vietnam.