bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
E-customer preferences on sustainable last mile deliveries in the e-commerce market: A cross-generational perspective
Authors: Jagoda Agnieszka , Kolakowski Tomasz , Marcinkowski Jakub , Cheba Katarzyna , Hajdas Monika
Published: October 2023

Research background: In the last few years, e-commerce market has increased in population shares, but the situation has changed dramatically since the Covid-19 pandemic. Electronic marketplaces have changed due to rapid digitalization and shopping. Online services offer the possibility to choose a different delivery method such as home delivery or out-of-home delivery. This aspect of the e-commerce market faces an increased interest among practitioners and academia in the field of sustainable last mile deliveries. Interestingly, the subject literature consists of papers analyzing the e-commerce impact on the last-mile delivery. However, the identification of factors for choosing a delivery method and factors that motivate e-customers to choose an eco-friendly delivery method is still an unrecognized field of research.
Purpose of the article: The authors of the paper focused on the e-customer perspective on sustainable deliveries in cities. Thus, the main purpose of the paper is to compare factors among the generations that motivate e-customers for choosing a delivery method.
Methods: The research was conducted among 1.110 e-customers in Poland in 2021. The paper aims to answer the following research question: what factors motivate each generation for choosing a delivery method? To answer the above-mentioned question, the correspondence analysis (MCA) is prepared that help to identify and compare factors in each generation.
Findings & value added: The original research procedure focused on the use of multivariate statistical methods in the study of e-customers’ preferences. The analysis revealed three clusters of e-customers in terms of pro-sustainable factors: (a) aged 65+ without pro-sustainable tendency, (b) aged 18–64 with pro-sustainable attitudes, and (c) mixed with no identified delivery preferences. As a result of the research, it can be concluded that the parcel price and the possibility of free return are still the most important factors in choosing the delivery method. From a business/practical perspective, the research results can be used by companies that are the main stakeholders in last mile deliveries, including mainly forwarders and transport companies.
Home away from Home: Imageability and Way finding in Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s The Thing Around Your Neck
Authors: Stefanova Svetlana
Published: October 2023

This essay explores the process of orientation in migratory space in three of the twelve stories that make up Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s collection The Thing around Your Neck— “Imitation,” “On Monday of Last Week,” and “The Thing around Your Neck”—from the perspective of Kevin Lynch’s theory of wayfinding, developed in his work on urban spaces The Image of the City. The analysis of how gender and class affect the female protagonists’ conceptualization of home is based on Lynch’s notion of imageability. The metaphorical extension of the concepts of imageability and wayfinding aims to grasp migrants’ psychological and emotional experiences of orientation. Taking as a point of reference three highly imageable objects—masks, mirrors, and letters—the study of the protagonists’ wayfinding in America reveals the tension between reality and imagination in the creation of mental images of home. In her recognition of the potential of female agency, Adichie draws a parallel between the protagonists’ reorientation in the exilic space and their reorientation in their intimate relationships.
Natural convection of hybrid nanofluid with magnetic and thermal effects over an inclined needle
Authors: Rajamani Gundada Raju , Priya Selvaraj , Ganga Bhose , Abdul Hakeem Abdul Kaffoor , Kayalvizhi Marimuthu , Ragupathi Pachiyappan
Published: October 2023

Hybrid nanofluids have several potential applications in various industries, including electronics cooling, automotive cooling systems, aerospace engineering, and biomedical applications. The primary goal of the study is to provide more information about the characteristics of a steady and incompressible stream of a hybrid nanofluid flowing over a thin, inclined needle. This fluid consists of two types of nanoparticles: non-magnetic nanoparticles (aluminium oxide) and magnetic nanoparticles (ferrous oxide). The base fluid for this nanofluid is a mixture of water and ethylene glycol in a 50:50 ratio. The effects of inclined magnetic fields and joule heating on the hybrid nanofluid flow are considered. The Runge-Kutta fourth-order method is used to numerically solve the partial differential equations and governing equations, which are then converted into ordinary differential equations using similarity transformations. Natural convection refers to the fluid flow that arises due to buoyancy forces caused by temperature differences in a fluid. In the context of an inclined needle, the shape and orientation of the needle have significantly affected the flow patterns and heat transfer characteristics of the nanofluid. These analyses protest that raising the magnetic parameter results in an increase in the hybrid nanofluid thermal profile under slip circumstances. Utilizing the potential of hybrid nanofluids in a variety of technical applications, such as energy systems, biomedicine, and thermal management, requires an understanding of and ability to manipulate these effects.
The role of thermal effusivity on the incipient growth of the surface temperature in a semi-infinite region absorbing heat flux at the surface
Authors: Campo Antonio
Published: October 2023

Heat conduction theory stipulates that two thermo-physical properties of materials: the thermal conductivity “k” and the thermal diffusivity “ ” influence the temperature evolution in regular and irregular bodies as a response to various cooling/heating conditions. The traditional statement involving the two thermo-physical properties is examined at length in the present study for the case of a semi-infinite region. The primary objective of the present study is to investigate the influence of the less known thermo-physical property called the thermal effusivity “e” on the incipient surface temperature raise in a semi-infinite body affected by uniform surface heat flux. The secondary objective of the study is to identify a key figure-of-merit named the dimensionless threshold time that separates the incipient temperature elevation in a semi-infinite region from the incipient temperature elevation in a large wall of finite thickness under the same uniform surface heat flux. The outcome of the methodical analysis suggests that the accurate estimate for the dimensionless threshold time  in the semi-infinite region should be 0.10.
TIC en educación en la era digital: propuestas de investigación e intervención
Authors: Alastor Enrique , Sánchez-Vega Elena , Martínez-García Inmaculada , Rubio-Gragera María
Published: October 2023

En la era digital en la que nos encontramos, las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación (TIC) han transformado la forma en que vivimos, trabajamos, nos relacionamos y, por supuesto, aprendemos. Los avances tecnológicos han generado en el ámbito educativo un impacto sin precedentes, han abierto nuevas oportunidades y desafíos a toda la comunidad educativa. Esta obra explora cómo las TIC están siendo aplicadas en el campo educativo, presentando propuestas innovadoras de investigación y estrategias de intervención. Reúne experiencias y aportaciones de destacados profesionales del ámbito educativo y tecnológico, con el objetivo de ofrecer una visión integral de las posibilidades que ofrece esta convergencia. Las propuestas de intervención presentadas en esta obra no solo se centran en la implementación de tecnologías, sino que también destacan la importancia de la formación docente, la gestión eficiente de recursos y la creación de entornos inclusivos y colaborativos. Los capítulos ofrecen reflexiones críticas, análisis de casos prácticos y recomendaciones basadas en la evidencia, con el objetivo de ayudar a los educadores a tomar decisiones informadas y efectivas en el uso de las TIC. En estas páginas invitamos a reflexionar sobre el papel que desempeñan las TIC en la educación y cómo podemos aprovechar su potencial al máximo. A través de la investigación rigurosa y la implementación efectiva, podremos construir una educación transformadora que prepare a las generaciones futuras para enfrentar los retos y oportunidades de un mundo digital en constante evolución.
A comprehensive review of the diversion of children in conflict with law from judicial proceedings in Albania: Assessing alternatives to traditional justice
Authors: Peppo Etlon
Published: October 2023

Diversion refers to the measures used for children in conflict with law without resorting to criminal prosecution or trial. Therefore, a child or a youth committing a criminal offense may be subjected to specific measures or programs other than the criminal prosecution and trial. Of course, different jurisdictions provide different legal requirements and conditions to be complied with when deciding to apply a diversion measure instead of prosecuting the child or the youth in conflict with law.

In general, children in conflict with law who are under the age of 18 do usually benefit from the diversion measures when all the required conditions are fulfilled in accordance with the national Juvenile Justice Code. From the point of international law, the imposition of diversion measures for children in conflict with law may be considered as a legal obligation deriving from the United Nation Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Beijing Rules.

In Albania, the diversion measures tend to divert children away from the formal proceedings and give priority to the restorative justice or other rehabilitation programs. This paper aims to provide a general overview of the diversion measures and their importance for the well-being of the children involved in criminal activities.

The scope of the paper is focused on the diversion measures provided by the new Albanian Criminal Justice for Children Code with the aim to repair the harm caused by the offence and rehabilitate the children in conflict with law. In conclusion, the paper highlights the benefits of the diversion measures compared to punitive measures and traditional justice by providing such alternatives as the best way to promote the well-being of children in conflict with law and their inclusion in society.
Registration of child sexual abusers and paedophiles as a preventive measure – A comparative analysis
Authors: Ratkoceri Vedije
Published: October 2023

Child sexual abuse represents a complex product of many factors, such as social, cultural, economic and biological amounting to long-term consequences for the victim due to the child’s psychological immaturity during its developmental stage. One of the most important measures applied towards the prevention of such criminal offense is the registration of persons convicted of child sexual abuse and paedophilia in a special register. Despite being widespread, their implementation is not universal. The first part of this paper identifies the origin of such registers by analysing separate cases of the US and the UK. The second part manifests an international comparative approach toward the legislation and modality of selected countries which have successfully established and regulated sexual offender registries within their national legal systems. For that matter, five countries originating from different continents throughout the globe are analysed: the Balkan Peninsula (Macedonia and Albania), Europe (France), North America (Canada) and Africa (Kenya).
Cybersecurity in Unmanned Aerial Vehicles: a Review
Authors: Shafik Wasswa , Mojtaba Matinkhah S. , Shokoor Fawad
Published: October 2023

Context

With the rapid advancement of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology, ensuring these autonomous systems’ security and integrity is paramount. UAVs are susceptible to cyberattacks, including unauthorized access, control, or manipulation of their systems, leading to potential safety risks or unauthorized data retrieval. Moreover, UAVs encounter limited computing resources, wireless communication and physical vulnerabilities, evolving threats and techniques, necessity for compliance with regulations, and human factors.

Methods

This review explores the potential cyberthreats faced by UAVs, including hacking, spoofing, and data breaches, and highlights the critical need for robust security measures. It examines various strategies and techniques used to protect UAVs from cyberattacks, e.g., encryption, authentication, and intrusion detection systems using cyberthreat analysis and assessment algorithms. The approach to assess the UAVs’ cybersecurity hazards included STRIDE (a model for identifying computer security-related threats) connected with the threats considered.

Findings

Emphasis was laid on the evaluation highly depending on the accuracy of UAV mission definition, potential intruders, and social and other human-related situations. The review discovered that most studies focused on possible intruders’ portraits, which can be crucial when conducting a cybersecurity assessment. Based on a review, future research directions to mitigate cybersecurity risks are presented.

Significance

Protecting UAVs from cyberthreats ensures safe operations and data integrity and preserves public trust in autonomous systems.
Learning Media Development of Web-Blog E-learning on Respiratory System Material in Class VIII SMP
Authors: Panjaitan Ruqiah Ganda Putri , Titin Titin , Mandayu* Astody Gusta
Published: October 2023

This research is motivated by the use of powerpoint media which continues to be repeated in the learning process resulting in students feeling bored and unenthusiastic in learning. In addition, schools also have not maximized the use of school internet facilities (wifi) in learning, therefore innovation in technology-based learning media is needed.This study aims to evaluate the validity of an e-learning media-based web blog on respiratory system material. The method used in this study is the research and development (RD) method and the ADDIE model consists of 5 stages namely analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate. The sample of the research is class VIII C students of SMP which consisted of 39 students. The instrument used in this study is the form of media validation. The eligibility of an e-learning media-based web blog is measured through a validity test by 6 validators consisting of material and media experts. The materials expert consisted of 2 lecturers of biology education and 1 science teacher. Media experts consist of 2 lecturers of media specialists and 1 teacher of information communication technology. The research results showed that an e-learning media-based web blog on the respiratory system material is appropriate to be used as a learning medium and become a new alternative media for science teachers with an average score of material expert validation at 3.45 and a media expert validation at 3.84
E-Module Development Based on Flip PDF Professional by Using Problem Solving Model in Wetland Context to Improve Stoichiometry Learning Outcomes
Authors: Bakti Iriani , Iriani* Rilia , Ihdayanti Anisa , Hamid Abdul
Published: October 2023

E-module development based on flip pdf professional is a systematically arranged instructional material. This research aimed to determine the impact of student learning outcomes when using the developed e-module. The research method used is R D with a 4-D development model: define, design, develop and disseminate. The developed e-module trial was conducted offline for students at SMAN 10 Banjarmasin. The data analysis technique was descriptive statistics. The data collection techniques were validation sheets, response questionnaires and test assessments. The results showed that the developed e-module was stated to be very valid regarding the content feasibility, presentation, language and media. The developed e-module also fulfills practical aspects, seen from student response questionnaires and teacher activity sheets which get very good categories. The e-module also fulfilled the effectiveness aspect based on the N-gain of student learning outcomes included average category. The success of e-module in improving learning outcomes can also be seen from the increased average value pre-test and post-test, from 43.75 to 83.75. The results of the research show that the developed e-module is feasible to use and also improves learning outcomes
Comparison of mothers of adolescents diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus and mothers of healthy adolescents in terms of difficulty in emotion regulation, depression and anxiety levels and clinical variables
Authors: Öz Büşra Olcay , Miniksar Dilşad Yıldız , Kaban Şeyma Özge , Cangür Şengül , Yavuzyılmaz Fatma
Published: October 2023

Background. The aim of our study was to evaluate the difficulty in emotion regulation, depression and anxiety levels of mothers with a child diagnosed with type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) compared to mothers of the non- T1DM control group.
Methods. Our study included 72 adolescents followed up with T1DM and 72 healthy adolescents and their mothers. Psychiatric evaluation of children was performed according to DSM-IV diagnostic criteria. All mothers were administered the `Difficulties in Emotion Regulation Scale-Brief Form (DERS-16)` and the `Hospital Anxiety-Depression Scale (HAD)`.
Results. The most common psychiatric diagnoses in the T1DM group were attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder and anxiety disorders. The total and subscale scores of the DERS-16 and HAD scales of the mothers in the T1DM group were significantly higher than the control group. There was a statistically significant positive correlation between the DERS-16 total score and the HAD total and subscale scores of the mothers in the T1DM group. In the multivariate model found to be significant (p < 0.001), only HbA1c levels an indicator of metabolic control, had significant and negative effects on emotion regulation, anxiety and depression (p < 0.05), while sociodemographic characteristics did not have a significant effect (p > 0.05) Conclusions. Difficulty in emotion regulation and depression-anxiety levels were found to be higher in mothers of adolescents with T1DM compared to the control group. Difficulties in emotion regulation, depression and anxiety symptoms in the parent may reduce the treatment compliance of the adolescent with T1DM, which may result in worse metabolic control. Therefore, both adolescents and their parents should be evaluated in terms of psychiatric symptoms and necessary guidance should be given.
Compound heterozygous mutations in the helicase RTEL1 causing Hoyeraal-Hreidarsson syndrome with Blake`s pouch cyst: a case report
Authors: He Min , Lian GuoLi , Hu HaiPeng , He Huan , Wang Miaomiao
Published: October 2023

Background. Telomeres inhibit DNA damage response at the ends of the chromosome to suppress cell cycle arrest as well as ensure genome stability. Dyskeratosis congenita (DC), a telomere-related disease, includes the classical triad involving oral leukoplakia, dysplastic nails, and lacy reticular pigment in the neck and/or upper chest. Hoyeraal-Hreidarrson syndrome (HHS), a severe manifestation of DC, frequently occurs during childhood, and patients with HHS often show short-term survival and thus do not exhibit all mucocutaneous manifestations or syndromic features.
Case. We report here a patient with HHS characterized by the proband`s clinical attributes, such as growth delay, bone marrow failure, microcephaly, defects in body development, and the absence of cerebellar hypoplasia combined with Blake`s pouch cyst. By using exome sequencing, novel compound heterozygous mutations (c.1451C > T and c.1266+3del78bp) were detected in the RTEL1 (regulator of telomere elongation helicase 1) gene.
Conclusions. The DNA helicase RTEL1 plays a role in genome stability, DNA replication, telomere maintenance, and genome repair. Terminal restriction fragment length analysis revealed a significantly shorter telomere length of the proband. Our findings provided evidence that compound heterozygous RTEL1 mutations cause HHS.
The effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on long-term treatment compliance and disease control in children with persistent asthma
Authors: Özcan Sevilay Özerden , Terece Sinem Polat , Yalçın Gamze , Ertoy-Karagöl Hacer İlbilge , Bakırtaş Arzu
Published: October 2023

Background. No long-term data exists on asthma treatment compliances (ATC), exacerbations (AE), and control (AC) during the COVID-19 pandemic in children. This study aimed to evaluate ATC, AE, AC and the related factors among children with persistent asthma (PA) within the first year of the pandemic Methods. Children aged 6-18 years with PA who were under regular inhaled corticosteroid treatment for at least a year prior to the first COVID-19 case in Türkiye were included. Data on AE and AC were collected from medical files. Factors affecting ATC and AC as well as COVID-19 history were assessed by means of a questionnaire.
Results. The study included 247 cases. COVID-19 was detected in 14.5% of them. In the first year of the pandemic, ATC decreased to 56.7% and the most common reason was the absence of asthma symptoms. There was a significant improvement in AC (p < 0.001). The number of upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) and AE were significantly decreased during the first year of the pandemic (p < 0.001). COVID-19 infection, smoking in the household, school attendance, a family member working outside the home, house dust mite sensitization or allergic rhinitis had no significant effect on AC (p > 0.05). Regression analysis determined that children who did not have any URTI had 2.4 times better AC compared to those who had (p= 0.02; %95 CI: 1.1-5.4).
Conclusions. Although ATC decreased significantly in the long-term in the first year of the pandemic, significant improvement was observed in AE and AC compared to the previous year, which was related only to not having URTI.
Evaluation of the relationship between neonatal serum asprosin levels and anthropometric measurements in newborns of mothers with and without gestational diabetes mellitus
Authors: Yalınbaş Emine Esin , Akcılar Raziye
Published: October 2023

Background. Asprosin is a newly identified adipokine that is expressed in the placenta. Its production is increased in women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), and it is a factor related to insulin resistance. This study aimed to determine whether neonatal serum asprosin levels are associated with anthropometric characteristics of newborns born to mothers with and without GDM.
Methods. This study included 51 newborns of mothers with GDM (insulin-treated or diet-treated) and 55 control newborns with their mothers. In newborns, anthropometric parameters were measured, and the concentrations of asprosin were detected by ELISA. Maternal blood glucose levels, body weight, and length were measured and body mass index (BMI) was calculated.
Results. Serum asprosin levels were significantly higher and linked to a higher risk in the newborns of mothers with GDM compared with those of the control newborns (170.3 [132.6] vs. 91.4 [68.7] ng/mL, p < 0.001). Serum asprosin levels were negatively correlated with blood glucose concentrations (r = -0.282, p = 0.045) in the newborns of mothers with GDM and significantly positively correlated with birth weight (r = 0.315, p = 0.019) in the control newborns. Newborn serum asprosin levels were positively correlated with the glucose levels (r = 0.264, p = 0.006) of all mothers. In addition, newborns born to an insulin-treated mother with GDM had significantly higher birth weight and length than newborns born to a diet-treated mother with GDM (3262.9 vs. 3137 g, p = 0.032, and 49.7 vs. 49.2 cm, p = 0.05). Although asprosin levels were higher in newborns of mothers treated with insulin, these differences were not statistically significant. Mothers with GDM had high blood glucose levels (p = 0.032).
Conclusions. Serum levels of asprosin are increased and negatively correlated with glucose concentrations in newborns of mothers with GDM. Asprosin could be used as an early biomarker in newborns of GDM mothers.
Evaluation of toll-like receptors 2 and 4 polymorphism and intestinal microbiota in children with food allergies
Authors: Kılıç Mehmet , Beyazıt Elif , Önalan Ebru Etem , Kaymaz Tuğçe , Taşkın Erdal
Published: October 2023

Background. Mutual regulation between immune system and gut microbiota is achieved through several mechanisms including the engagement of toll-like receptors (TLRs) which is expressed on numerous cell types. In this study we aimed to explore the association between food allergies and TLR gene polymorphisms in association with gut microbiota.
Methods. Toll-like receptors polymorphism frequencies and some bacteria in the gut microbiota in 130 infants aged 1-24 months with egg and/or milk allergy in a prospective cohort were compared with 110 non-food allergic controls. Four candidate polymorphisms (TLR2 rs1898830/rs5743708 and TLR4 rs4986790/rs4986791) were genotyped by allelic discrimination polymerase chain rection (PCR) method. Gut microbiota analysis was achieved by using high-throughput sequencing.
Results. The TLR4 rs4986790 (Asp299Gly) single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) major/minor allele frequency was 0.788/0.212 in food allergy patients and 0.719/0.280 in controls (p=0.017). There was a statistically significant difference between groups in terms of genotype frequencies (AA, AG, GG). Gut microbiota analysis revealed increased Firmicutes phylum in stool of the patients with food allergy. Except for TLR4 rs4986791 (Thr399lle) allele, the other TLR polymorphisms were not associated with food allergies in children. When the bacteria in the intestinal microbiota and TLR2 and TLR4 gene polymorphisms were compared; we determined a statistically significant increase in Bifidobacterium concentration in the intestinal microbiota in TLR4 rs4986791 CT heterozygous genotype (p=0.004).
Conclusions. This study demonstrated a partial role of TLR4 gene polymorphism and gut microbiota in the development of food allergies. Future work in this area will be required to clarify the roles of different microbial strains that modulate gut microbiota composition and function in conjunction with TLR transcription pathways.
Development of Plant Meat and Factors Affecting Its Acceptance: Perspective of China
Authors:   School Of Economics And Management, TianGong University, Tianjin, China, Ren Yingxue
Published: October 2023

People's quality of life has been significantly improved, and green health is the future dietary theme. Plant-based meat alternatives have become a hot topic and research object in various countries.
Los desafíos del gobierno propio: articulaciones entre lo legal y lo legítimo en una organización indígena del norte del Cauca
Authors: Campo Palacios Daniel
Published: October 2023

El movimiento indígena del Cauca ha buscado el posicionamiento de lo que llama gobierno propio como su horizonte político de las últimas dos décadas. Esta apuesta nos debe llevar a evaluar, con una mirada etnográfica, cuáles son sus expresiones contemporáneas y cómo se manifiestan en los territorios y entre la población. En este artículo, pretendo un examen de sus manifestaciones concretas en la Çxhab Wala Kiwe, o la Asociación de Cabildos Indígenas del Norte del Cauca. Para ello, discuto las articulaciones entre las nociones de lo legal y lo legítimo que producen una forma de gobierno. En seguida, hago un recorrido por las expresiones de autoridad y organización alrededor de la justicia propia del pueblo nasa, con el objetivo de dar cuenta del proceso constante de construcción de las condiciones para actualizar el proyecto político en los contextos cotidianos donde interactúan las autoridades locales en su ejercicio de toma de decisiones y la organización zonal con su responsabilidad en el diseño de políticas públicas que se reivindican como propias del pueblo nasa del norte del Cauca.
«Súbete al chile». Interpelación y placer maquínico en Tequila, Jalisco
Authors: Ramírez Daniel
Published: October 2023

En este artículo reflexiono sobre las tensiones que ha supuesto la consolidación de Tequila, Jalisco como un Pueblo Mágico. Con base en el trabajo de campo que realicé para la tesis doctoral y en diálogo con las nociones de interpelación y placer maquínico —machinic pleasure— propuestas por John Law (2001) y retomadas por Adrian Franklin (2003, 2004), analizo el José Cuervo Express y el Chile-bus como máquinas que producen y hacen parte de complejos ensamblajes turísticos desde los que se posiciona, al menos, a dos tipos de turistas y de mexicanidad. De un lado, aquellos que vinculan la magia del pueblo a una representación idílica y elitizada del pasado mexicano; del otro, los que lo hacen desde la lúdica y la desmesura que se asocia con el tequila. Lo que argumento es que estas dos máquinas tienen una relación de interdependencia.
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS E-QUIZZES IN ONLINE EFL CLASSROOMS
Authors: Thi Huong Luu
Published: October 2023

Technology is being increasingly integrated into teaching environments in view of enhancing EFL students’ online learning experience. This article presents the outcomes of research employing a motivation theory technique to examine students’ experience using game-play quizzes at a university in Vietnam. Questionnaire and focus group interview with students were used to learn about the extent to which students perceive e-quizzes in their learning process. Quantitative data collected was analyzed using SPSS and Huberman’s (1994) analytical framework was used to clarify qualitative data from interviews. Key findings based on quantitative data revealed that almost all students presented favourable views towards quizzes use. Findings from the interview noted that online quizzes enriched the quality of student learning in the classroom, with the highest influence reported on motivation, enjoyment and improved preparation and participation. The study also suggests that the use of online games in the classroom is likely to raise competitiveness, thereby improving intellectual stimulation, long-term retention of knowledge and digital skills.
TOWARDS A TRANSLATOR COMPETENCE MODEL FOR VIETNAMESE CONTEXT: A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE
Authors: Thi Thanh Nhan Vuong
Published: October 2023

Translation competence, as the fundamental objective of any translation program, has been a subject of interest in Translation Studies for decades. Developing a translation competence model eminently suitable for the local industry is a crucial step towards the professionalization of the translation market in Vietnam. This paper presents a critical review of current literature on translation competence, its acquisition and various translation competence models with reference to the context of Vietnam. An in-depth analysis from the article is expected to give specific recommendations for policy-makers, translation educators, translation service users and translation practitioners to strive for the common goal of a professionalized industry.
AN E-PORTFOLIO: A PROMISING TOOL FOR PROMOTING LEARNERS’ AUTONOMOUS LEARNING COMPETENCIES IN AN EFL SPEAKING COURSE
Authors: Tham Duong My , Trinh Nguyen Le
Published: October 2023

This study aims to explore autonomous learning competencies perceived by twenty EFL learners who took part in an English speaking course in which an e-portfolio was utilized as a learning tool in a Ho Chi Minh City-based language center. The exploratory sequential mixed-methods research employed semi-structured interviews and a closed-ended questionnaire for data collection, i.e., the qualitative data from the semi-structured interviews were initially gathered, and the quantitative data were then collected to confirm the qualitative results. The findings indicated the participants’ positive perceptions of autonomy-related competencies in an e-portfolio-based speaking course, consisting of accountability closely related to sense of responsibility, self-regulation referring to an ability to monitor their learning process, and self-assessment involving the process of discovering their identity and reflecting on their academic performance. The paper also highlights some pedagogical implications in a bid to enhance the effectiveness of English language teaching and learning in terms of the e-portfolio application.
CURRICULUM DESIGN IN TRANSLATOR AND INTERPRETER EDUCATION: A REVIEW OF THE LITERATURE*
Authors: Thi Dieu Thuy Nguyen
Published: October 2023

The increasingly vital role of professional translators and interpreters in facilitating transnational and cross-cultural communication in various aspects of life has necessitated the need for constant improvement of translator and interpreter education, which has a long-standing history. Training programmes differ across countries and continents, but nonetheless, there are some shared components that make up a good training programme, and one of which is curriculum. Given the critical role of curriculum in all this, recently, great importance has been attached to curriculum design. This paper reviews the most important aspects of curriculum design, including important definitions, fundamental foundations (consisting of philosophy, history, psychology, and sociology) and typical curriculum models as well as curriculum components. Secondary research is employed as the research method. The paper is pertinent to those who work as administrators, curriculum designers, educators, and teachers with the aim of providing a deep and relevant background knowledge and improving the quality of curriculum design.
INTRODUCING PRAGMATICS IN USE (2ND EDITION)
Authors: Huu Loc Le
Published: October 2023

Among the array of textbooks on linguistics in general and of pragmatics in particular, Introducing Pragmatics in Use (2nd edition) has emerged as a user-friendly guide to the field of pragmatics as it has been described as “a lively and accessible introduction to pragmatics” (O’Keeffe, Clancy & Adolphs, 2020). As its name suggests, the book is designed with the combination of theoretical and practical aspects of pragmatics by not only introducing theories but also guiding the employment of the theories to examine real or naturally-occurring data in spoken and written forms. Introducing Pragmatics in Use (2nd edition) makes systematic use of several language corpora and related software programs. The adoption of the corpus technique to investigate key component areas, namely reference, speech acts, linguistic politeness, language variety, and register is its central focus. By analyzing various language settings offered by spoken and written corpora, the book aims at contextualizing pragmatics in linguistic study as well as making suggestions concerning applying pragmatics to teaching languages. It seeks to provide an introduction to the key theoretical and methodological issues in the study of Pragmatics; therefore, it is a good choice for senior undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the courses of TESOL, applied linguistics, discourse analysis, corpus linguistics, or research methods in applied linguistics so that they can enhance their understanding of corpus pragmatics and apply its methodology to serve their researching and teaching purposes.
Fitokimia, Kadar Fenolik Total, dan Flavonoid Total serta Aktivitas Antioksidan Ekstrak n-Heksana Rimpang Temu Hitam (Curcuma aeruginosa Roxb)
Authors: Ilmiawati Auliya , Resmeiliana Ika , Ishika Jauza Nasywa  , Fadia Fahira  , Nafisa Muthia Wafa  , M. Raffi Rayandhika  , Andi Thaariq Muhammad  , Arini Septianti  , Hafizah Fatunisa
Published: October 2023

The rhizome of black turmeric (Curcuma aeruginosa) is a plant rich in benefits and has been used as a herbal medicine to treat various health problems. This study aims to obtain the n-hexane extract of black turmeric rhizome and perform phytochemical tests, determine total phenolic and total flavonoid levels, as well antioxidant tests using the DPPH method. Extraction of n-hexane from black turmeric rhizome obtained yield of 4.88%, total phenolic content of 3.01 mg QE/g extract and total flavonoids of 6.31 mg QE/g extract. The phytochemical test obtained positive results for the presence of alkaloids and flavonoids; negative tannins, steroids/triterpenoids and saponins. Antioxidant tests using the DPPH method obtained the percentage of DPPH capture ranging from 76-78%, with the largest percentage value obtained when the extract concentration was 125 ppm, which was 78.02%. This shows that black turmeric n-hexane extract has weak antioxidant activity.
Price transmission behaviour of major seed spices in Rajasthan
Authors: Bairwa Kailash Chand , Meena G L , Singh Hari , Balai Harkesh Kumar , Yadav Anju , Meena P C
Published: October 2023

The present study was based on secondary price information. The study period from January, 2011 to December 2021 was chosen to analyse the price behaviour of major seed spice markets in Rajasthan. The data was analysed using the Augmented Dickey Fuller (ADF) test and Vector Error Correction Model to accomplish the objectives of the study. ADF test results showed that price data for coriander, cumin, fenugreek, and fennel were non-stationary at the level and stationary at the first difference level. Values of trace and maximum Eigen of Johansen multiple co-integration tests revealed three co-integration equations in cumin and coriander crops, but only one co-integration equation in fennel prices. Prices of coriander, cumin, and fennel in selected KUMS (Krishi Upaj Mandi Samiti) were primarily influenced by the one-month and two-month lag prices of respective market in the long run. The prices of coriander, cumin and fennel demonstrated one-way co-integration in KUMS, Merta City→KUMS, Jodhpur and Ramganj Mandi→Baran while combination of Baran↔Kota, Ramganj Mandi↔Kota and Merta City↔Niwai showed bi-directional co-integration. Fenugreek prices in selected KUMS did not move in tandem over a long period of time. We find that the prices of coriander, cumin and fennel in Rajasthan's selected markets moved in lockstep over time and were influenced by one month or two months lag price of other respective markets.
استكشاف العوامل المؤثرة في تبني الحرم الجامعي الذكي: دراسة تحليلية لآراء عينة من الملاكات التدريسية في جامعة الموصل
Authors: فاضل الطويل نور احمد , عبد المحسن الناصر عامر عبد الرزاق
Published: October 2023

تسعى الدراسة الحالية لاستكشاف أبرز العوامل المؤثرة في تبني الحرم الجامعي الذكي في جامعة الموصل، وذلك بالاعتماد على النظرية الموحدة لقبول واستخدام التقنية (UTAUT) كنموذج مفاهيمي للدراسة. تم تكييف استبانة من أجل اجراء مسح لآراء عينة من التدريسيين في جامعة الموصل بالاعتماد على مقياس ليكرت الخماسي حيث تم جمع (373) استمارة. كما تستند هذه الدراسة إلى استخدام الدراسة المقطعية في فحص الميدان المبحوث. حيث بدأت عملية جمع البيانات في كانون الاول (2022). تم استخدام برنامجين للتحليل الاحصائي في هذه الدراسة هما: (SmartPLS) و(SPSS). تشير النتائج التي توصلت إليها الدراسة الحالية إلى وجود تأثير إيجابي ومعنوي لكل من الاداء المتوقع والجهد المتوقع والتأثير الاجتماعي والعوامل الميسرة في النية السلوكية لتبني الحرم الجامعي الذكي في جامعة الموصل.
اليَقظة الاستراتيجية وأثرها في إدارة الصراع التَنظيمي: بحث استطلاعي في قسم العمل والتدريب المهني في محافظة صلاح الدين
Authors: فائق التكريتي الحكم رائد , محيميد الجنابي كفاح عباس
Published: October 2023

يهدف البحث إِلى التعرف على أثر أبعاد اليقظة الاستراتيجية على أبعاد إدارة الصراع التنظيمي، وتكونت عينة البحث من 113 مشاهدة هم جميع العاملين في قسم العمل والتدريب المهني في محافظة صلاح الدين ما يعني بأن البحث قد أجرى مسحاً شاملاً لمجتمع البحث، وقد جرى تحليل النتائج وفق درجة الاستجابة (مقياس ليكرت الخماسي) وكانت جميع الأَوزان بدرجة عالية باستثناء أوزان بعد المنافسة لإدارة الصراع التنظيمي والتي كانت متوسطة، وقد حلَّل الباحث نتائج الفروق المعنوية تبعاً للمتغيرات (النوع الاجتماعي، العمر، التحصيل العلمي، سنوات الخدمة، الحالة الاجتماعية)، فضلاً عن تحليل نتائج مصفوفة الارتباط وفق اختبار سبيرمان، وتم جمع البيانات من عينة البحث بواسطة الاستبانة التي اشتملت على 42 فقرة موزعة إِلى 21 فقرة تختص في أبعاد اليقظة الاستراتيجية و21 فقرة تختص في أبعاد إدارة الصراع التنظيمي، وتأكد الباحث من صدقها وثباتها، ومدى ملاءمتها لأغراض البحث، وتم تحليل البيانات بعد تفريغ استمارات الاستبانة بواسطة برنامج الرزمة الإحصائية للعلوم الاجتماعية (SPSS V25 2020)، وقد أظهرت النتائج وجود ثلاث علاقات ارتباط معنوية فوق المتوسطة ما بين بعد التعاون لإدارة الصراع التنظيمي مع أبعاد اليقظة الاستراتيجية الثلاث، كذلك وجود علاقة أثر معنوية لنفس البعد، وكذلك وجود تحيز فيما يتعلق ببعد المنافسة من قبل العينة في المنظمة المبحوثة، وإن المنظمة المبحوثة تعتمد بنسبة 50 % على فئة كبار السن ما يعني بأنها مهددة بخسارة عناصر الخبرة في الأجل القريب، وإن تمثيل العنصر النسوي ضعيف جداً في المنظمة المبحوثة، وأن موظفي المنظمة المبحوثة يعملون بروح التعاون، وقد قدم البحث مقترحات كان أبرزها العمل على تمكين المرأة، وإعادة ترتيب هيكلة القسم، وإن على إدارتها تركيز جهودها في تحقيق مستويات جيدة في أبعاد اليقظة الاستراتيجية، وكذلك يلزمها إعداد دورات تدريبية للعاملين في المنظمة المبحوثة حول أبعاد إدارة الصراع التنظيمي.
دور القيادة البارعة في التعلم الاستراتيجي لمؤسسات التعليم العالي الاهلية العراقية
Authors: عبد علي علي جابر , امانة احمد عبد الله
Published: October 2023

هدفت الدراسة إلى اختبار تأثير مدى تبني سلوكيات القيادة البارعة في تعزيز عمليات التعلم الاستراتيجي في الجامعات والكليات الأهلية في منطقة الفرات الأوسط – العراق. إذ تم اعتماد أبعاد القيادة البارعة والمتمثلة بــ (سلوكيات القيادة المنفتحة وسلوكيات القيادة المنغلقة) اسـتناداً لـ (Zacher & Rosing, 2015) في حين تم اعتماد عمليات التعلم الاستراتيجي والمتمثلة بـ (توليد، توزيع، تفسير وتنفيذ المعرفة الاستراتيجية) استناداً لـ Idris & AL-Rubaie, 2013)). إذ تبرز أهمية الدراسة عن طريق أهمية متغيراتها إذ إنها تناولت متغيرات ادارية حديثة تسعى من خلالها إلى تطوير أداء عمل المنظمات التعليمية الأهلية في العراق، كما تعد مصدر علمي من خلال الربط التفاعلي بين سلوكيات القيادة البارعة وعمليات التعلم الاستراتيجي في تلك المؤسسات التعليمية. إذ تم اختيار الجامعات والكليات الأهلية في منطقة الفرات الأوسط كمجتمع للدراسة الحالية، وذلك عن طريق استمارة استبان أعدت لهذا الغرض، وبلغت العينة (171) فرداً من القيادات الادارية والعلمية شملت (رؤساء الجامعات ومساعديهم، عمداء الكليات ومعاونيهم، رؤساء الأقسام العلمية والادارية). وتم استخدام برنامج SPSS) V.25) كأحد الأساليب الاحصائية لمعالجة البيانات وقد توصلت الدراسة إلى مجموعة من الاستنتاجات من أهمها وجود علاقة ارتباط وتأثير ذا دلالة معنوية للقيادة البارعة ببعديها السلوكيات المنفتحة للقادة والسلوكيات المنغلقة للقادة ضمن بيئة العمل في تعزيز عمليات التعلم الاستراتيجي لتلك الجامعات والكليات الأهلية، وخلصت الدراسة بمجموعة من التوصيات كان من أبرزها هو ضرورة أن تولي ادارة الجامعات والكليات ميدان التطبيق مزيداً من الاهتمام في تبني ودعم سلوكيات القيادة البارعة في مكان العمل لتعزيز مستويات التعلم الاستراتيجي لديها بما يعزز مكانتها الاستراتيجية لمواجهة تأثيرات الجامعات والكليات المنافسة في بيئة الأعمال المحلية المعاصرة.
آثر اليقظة الاستراتيجية في تحقيق التفوق التنظيمي بحث ميداني في مجموعة مختارة من الجامعات العراقية
Authors: محمد الجنابي ثائر جاسم , قدوري العبيدي فائق مشعل
Published: October 2023

يهدف البحث إلى تحديد آثر اليقظة الاستراتيجية في تحقيق التفوق التنظيمي في المنظمات التعليمية عينة الدراسة، ومعرفة مدى الاهتمام بها من قبل متخذي القرار في هذه المنظمات من أجل تحقيق التفوق التنظيمي، وكذلك توضيح طبيعة العلاقة بين متغيرات الدراسة.
          وتم تطبيق البحث الحالي في واحد من أهم القطاعات الحيوية والمهمة ألا وهو قطاع التعليم حيث تم تحديد عدد من الجامعات العراقية (جامعة تكريت، جامعة الانبار، جامعة كركوك) ميداناً للدراسة، لغرض تحقيق أهداف الدراسة، تم تبني أنموذج فرضي يعبر عن العلاقات المنطقية بين متغيرات الدراسة، ونتج عنه مجموعة من الفرضيات الرئيسية والفرعية تعد كل واحدة منها إجابة عن الأسئلة التي أُثيرت في مشكلة البحث، وتم اختبار الفرضيات بعد الحصول على البيانات والمعلومات اللازمة للجانب الميداني من خلال الاستعانة بالاستبانة بوصفها الأداة الرئيسة لجمع البيانات، عبر توزيعها بطريقة العينة القصدية، حيث وزع الباحث (209) استبانة على عدد من القادة الأكاديميين في الجامعات العراقية قيد البحث، وتم استبعاد (7) استبانة غير صالحة، وكانت(202) منها صالحة للتحليل الاحصائي وبمعدل استجابة%97))، وتم استعمال مجموعة من الوسائل والأساليب الإحصائية المتوافرة في البرنامج الاحصائي (SPSS). وتوصل البحث إلى مجموعة من النتائج أهمها أظهرت نتائج البحث وجود أثر ذو دلالة معنويـة لليقظة الاستراتيجية على التفوق التنظيمي في الجامعات قيد الدراسة.
          واختتمت الدراسة بمجموعة من المقترحات للجامعات عينة الدراسة التي من شأنها الارتقاء بواقع هذه المنظمات بصورة أفضل.
دور العصف الذهني في تطوير اداء الرقابة الداخلية: دراسة تطبيقية في عدد من المؤسسات الحكومية وشركات القطاع الخاص في بغداد
Authors: عواد سرى رباح
Published: October 2023

هدف البحث تحديد مفهوم العصف الذهني واهميته تطبيقه في مجال الرقابة الداخلية ومزاياها فضلا عن بيان أثر استخدام العصف الذهني في ابتكار أفكار حديثة تعمل على كشف طرق الاحتيال المختلفة بالقوائم المالية وكذلك تحديد مجالات الاحتيال في البيانات التي تحتويها القوائم المالية ودور العصف الذهني في هذه الحالة في كشف طرق الاحتيال مما يساعد في تطوير أداء الرقابة الداخلية وقد تطبيق الدراسة على عدد من المؤسسات الحكومية وعدد من شركات القطاع الخاص في بغداد، كما تم استخدام الاستبانة كأداة لطرق قياس دور العصف الذهني في تطوير أداء الرقابة الداخلية وقد توصلت الدراسة إلى أن جلسات العصف الذهني تعمل على زيادة قوة ومتانة حكم المراجعين الداخلين على صحة القوائم المالية بنسبة 71% وقد اوصت بحث مزاولي مهنة المحاسبة والتدقيق بضرورة ممارسة العصف الذهني عند القيام بعمليات التدقيق بكافة مراحلها (تخطيط، تنفيذ، تقرير).
تقدير دالة المخاطرة لمشاريع فروج اللحم وتحديد سلوك مربي مشاريع فروج اللحم تجاه المخاطر التي يتعرضون لها في محافظة صلاح الدين للعام الانتاجي (2021)
Authors: حمد الجبوري سيف مجيد , احمد الجميلي جدوع شهاب
Published: October 2023

هدف البحث إلى تقدير دالة المخاطرة لمشاريع فروج اللحم، وتحديد سلوك مربي مشاريع فروج اللحم تجاه المخاطر التي يتعرضون لها في منطقة البحث باعتماد معيار تجنب المخاطر (K(s))، اعتمد البحث على البيانات الأولية من منطقة البحث في ضوء استمارة استبانة أعدت لهذا الغرض لمربي فروج اللحم في محافظة صلاح الدين للعام الانتاجي (2021)، تم جمع البيانات من (75) مشروعا وشكلت نسبة (84.26%) من اجمالي المشاريع العاملة (89) مشروعاً في المحافظة للموسم الانتاجي (2021)، بينت النتائج باستخدام معيار(K(s)) أن نسبة المربين المفضلين للمخاطرة قد شكلت نحو (100%) في حين أن المربين المفضلين للمخاطرة المتوسطة والمربين الذين يتجنبون المخاطرة فلم يندرج ضمن هذه الفئتين أي نسبة من المربين، وهذا يوضح أن النسبة الأكبر من المربين لفروج اللحم لعينة البحث في محافظة صلاح الدين للعام الإنتاجي (2021) يفضلون المخاطرة، وبلغ متوسط قيمة معلمة المخاطرة (K(s)) لفئة المربين المفضلين للمخاطرة (0.14)، وأظهرت نتائج دالة مخاطرة الانتاج لمشاريع فروج اللحم لعينة البحث أن مستوى التعليم كان تأثيره موجباً على مخاطرة الانتاج، أما سنوات الخبرة قد أثرت سلبا على مخاطرة الانتاج، وأوصى البحث بتقليل تكاليف التغذية وعرض الفرص الاستثمارية في مجال انشاء المجازر الآلية والثلاجات الحديثة.
تأثير التمويل المقترض في مؤشرات السيولة: دراسة تطبيقية لعينة من الشركات المدرجة في سوق العراق للأوراق المالية للمدة (2017-2022)
Authors: قادر آسو بهاء الدين
Published: October 2023

يهدف البحث إلى ايجاد العلاقة الخطية بين التمويل المقترض ومؤشرات السيولة، حيث استخدم البحث بيانات القوائم المالية لـ (8) منشآت مدرجة في سوق العراق للأوراق المالية في مختلف القطاعات خلال المدة من 2017 ولغاية 2022، واعتمد البحث أسلوب الإحصاء الاستقرائي والاستنباطي لقراءة وتحليل البيانات، وذلك بهدف إيجاد علاقة الأثر بين المتغيرات باستخدام معادلة الانحدار الخطي البسيط بواسطة برنامج (Eviews10). وقد خرج البحث بجملة من الاستنتاجات من أهمها هو عدم وجود استقرار نسبي لمكونات التمويل المقترض لشركات ومصارف العينة، والذي أدى بدوره إلى عدم ثبات نسبي لنسب السيولة، وقد يعود سبب ذلك إلى عدم ثبات في طريقة واحدة لتمويل استثماراتهم، وأوصى البحث على ضرورة معالجة اختلال هيكل التمويل والعمل على وفق مبدأ التوازن المالي بشكل علمي مدروس بين زيادة نسب رأس المال عبر التمويل المقترض، وايجاد سياسات وطرائق تسهم في توظيف تلك الزيادات في استثمارات مربحة لشركات العينة دون تأثير على سيولته.