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English language pre-service teachers’ perspectives on TED Talks as an educational support.
Authors: Koç Burcu , Cephe Paşa Tevfik ,   Gulu University, Uganda
Published: April 2023

The study examines the potential educational value of TED (technology, entertainment, and design) Talks as supplementary resources in the form of an assignment for teaching English as a foreign language in a teacher education context. Three questions guided our research: (1) What are English language pre-service teachers’ perspectives on the use of TED Talks in a course for teacher education? (2) What are the problems uttered by English language pre-service teachers on the use of TED Talks in a course for teacher education? (3) What are English language pre-service teachers’ suggestions for improving the use of TED Talks as educational support? The data for this case study were collected by means of an open-ended survey questionnaire prepared by the researchers. Sixty-one first-grade university students majoring in teaching English as a foreign language participated in this study as a part of their regular listening and pronunciation course for a semester. The data were analyzed using a simple thematic analysis. The results revealed a number of factors affecting the pre-service teachers’ perspectives on the use of TED Talks in a course for teacher education. Varying, interesting, and informative content, exposure to various accents, listening and pronunciation practice outside the class, embracing a positive mindset, and being granted the autonomy to choose the video to watch each week were among the most frequently mentioned positive factors, while workload, time constraints, and difficulty finding a suitable video to watch were among the most frequently mentioned negative ones. Implications for integrating TED Talks into language teacher education and foreign language teaching were discussed.
THE USE OF A COMPREHENSIVE INSTRUCTIONAL MODEL TO EVALUATE AND DEVELOP A TEACHING PRACTICE
Authors: Boughoulid Mustapha
Published: April 2023

The present paper demonstrates the possibility of using the new Comprehensive Instructional Model of Language Learning’s criteria in order to evaluate and develop a practice in a teaching context. This practice is one of the six practices of one language class session of two teaching hours. The evaluation and development of the practice are done on the basis of the three language learning components, input, competency building, and communicative acts. As a first step, we started with the description of the practice and then moved to the evaluation stage, which includes its internal comprehensiveness, how it fits in the learning sequence, and its discursive formation. In the preparatory technique of the practice, we started with the objectives, then the tools, and the practices that might be included within the same practice. The evaluation of the practice in terms of scoring is done on the basis of two different matrices, the internal comprehensiveness of the practice, and the discursive formation of the practice. The new comprehensive instructional model’s role is to detect the anomalies or any irregularities in the practice and find adequate answers to surmount them. It is a model that teaches teachers how to reconsider and develop their work without adopting any new teaching methodology.
 

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E-COMMERCE CUSTOM MADE SANDAL WANITA
Authors:   Universitas Harapan Medan, Sari Dewi Ratna , Sembiring Boni Oktaviana , Rahayu Eka
Published: April 2023

The improvement of web innovation permits individuals to acquire data rapidly and precisely. Apart from being a source of information, the Internet is also used for purchasing and selling goods, a practice known as e-commerce. Yolanda is a handmade company that sells high-heeled sandals to women. The ordering process is always done through WhatsApp or in person. The goal of this research is to create an e-commerce system for custom-made women's sandals. The development of this system follows the waterfall method. The study's findings include an e-commerce system for custom-made women's sandals, which can aid in the promotion, buying, and selling of women's sandals.
PENERAPAN METODE WATERFALL DAN FRAMEWORK CODEIGNITER DALAM PERANCARANGAN SISTEM E-COMMERCE BERBASIS WEBSITE PADA TOKO EDO GORDEN (E-GO)
Authors:   Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika, Rousyati Rousyati , Fandhilah Fandhilah , Fatimah Fatimah , Puspitasari Ira , Falah Ahmad Syamsul
Published: April 2023

Technology has become a necessity for many people even in carrying out daily activities. Technology is used in various ways such as sales promotion, data management or in conducting transactions. Based on observations that have been made, there are still many shops in the Tegal area, especially curtain shops that still use the manual sales system. One of them is at the Edo Gorden Store which is an MSME in Tegal City which still sells manually so it is not well organized from recording sales reports, sales systems and transactions that still use conventional. This supports customers in transactions and could be one of the causes of decreased customer interest. The design of a web-based sales application is a solution to this problem that can help expand the marketing and business promotion area with the support of the internet. The website design uses the Unified Modeling Language modeling which is built with the CodeIgniter Framework and the PHP programming language. Web-Based Curtain sales information system at UD. The Neat Gorden Jombang that has been done can manage data orders, payments and customer testimonials more efficiently.
SISTEM PERINGATAN DINI BANJIR BERBASIS MACHINE LEARNING: STUDI LITERATUR
Authors:   Sekolah Tinggi Meteorologi Klimatologi dan Geofisika, Rachmawardani Agustina , Wijaya Sastra K. ,   Universitas Indonesia, Shopaheluwakan Ardhasena ,   Badan Meteorologi Klimatologi dan Geofisika
Published: April 2023

Indonesia is a disaster-prone country and 76% is a hydrometeorological disaster (floods, landslides, tropical cyclones and droughts). Floods that occurred in Jakarta had a negative impact on the community so that it would have an impact on economic losses that made it difficult for communities around areas that were frequently affected by floods to develop more advanced and productively. Therefore, the inhibition of increasing welfare caused by floods that are not immediately handled can increase the number of people's poverty because they always have to spend both on house repairs, health and other things caused by floods. In addition, public facilities and various kinds of infrastructure were damaged. The environment is also negatively affected when floods occur. Clean water is difficult to obtain so it causes many diseases. Floods also cause animals to be killed, thereby disrupting the natural balance of the ecosystem. The existence of flood prediction research will reduce the risk and damage caused by flood disasters and can provide advice and considerations in policy making. Flood early warning system is one of the solutions offered in dealing with flood disasters. Providing actual and real time information, this early warning system is expected to reduce economic losses to fatalities. In an effort to create a resilient city, ESCAP (2008) puts an early warning system in place as an effort to prepare before a disaster occurs and to mitigate floods.
PENERAPAN METODE DECISION TREE C4.5 DALAM MEMPREDIKSI KELANCARAN PEMBAYARAN KREDIT DI BPR WAHANA BERSAMA KPUM
Authors:   Universitas Methodist Indonesia, Situmeang Nine , Jaya Indra Kelana , Yohanna Margaretha
Published: April 2023

BPR Wahana Bersama KPUM is a lending company. Delay in credit payments is a problem that occurs in credit companies. Customers who don't pay on time can have a bad impact on their credit history. To assess customer profitability, a system is needed that can predict the smoothness of future credit payments in order to assess whether customers are profitable or not. The author uses the Decision Tree C4.5 method in which the method looks for similarities between classes or groups in the data. In this study, the data used is customer data, with training data from 2017-2020 and testing data from 2021. The existence of this system can help BPR Wahana Bersama KPUM in predicting the smoothness of credit payments in the future so that there will be no credit payment jams by customers. , this is proven by the acquisition of the accuracy value using the confusion matrix model reaching 84.18%.
IMPLEMENTASI METODE SHORTEST-JOB FIRST UNTUK PENJADWALAN PENGGUNAAN LABORATORIUM FISIKA DI SMA 1 PEGAJAHAN
Authors:   Universitas Methodist Indonesia, Manalu Anre Josep , Manalu Darwis Robinson ,   Universitas Methodist Indonesia, Manullang Harlen Gilbert ,   Universitas Methodist Indonesia
Published: April 2023

Queuing problems can occur in many cases, including in the process of using the physics laboratory by patients. The use of the physics laboratory at SMA Negeri 1 Pegajahan experienced problems such as recording the Order Form which was still done manually, this resulted in frequent data accumulation, loss and even miscommunication. This study aims to make a schedule for the use of the physics laboratory to overcome the queue problem. In this study, the author uses the Shortest Job First (SJF) algorithm, which is a scheduling method by determining that each process in the ready queue will be executed based on the smallest burst time so that the waiting time is short for each process and the average waiting time is also short. Based on the existing problems, it can be concluded that there is a need for a physics laboratory scheduling system using the shortest job first method that can manage and determine the usage schedule according to the duration that has been made.
MENINGKATKAN KOMPETENSI GURU DALAM MENYUSUN PERENCANAAN PEMBELAJARAN MELALUI BIMBINGAN BERKELANJUTAN DI SMA NEGERI17 MEDAN
Authors: Pardede Lukman
Published: April 2023

This research aims at improving teacher’s competence in arranging the lesson plan through on going guidance. This research was conducted on January of 2019 till March 2019. The subject of the research are 17 teachers that was conducted in SMA N 17 Medan. The method used is Classroom Action Research, refers to the action research model F.X. in which one cycle consists of four (4) components; plan, action, observation and reflection. This research was in two (2) cycles. Data analysis was qualitative method. The qualitative data was taken by observation as long as action intervention by having field notes was done meanwhile quantitative data was taken by comparing the average score of initial assessment result (before giving the treatment) and final assessment (after giving the treatment). Based on he result of Cycle I and II, it can be summarized that there was a significant improvement that can be seen from initial case that 35% of teachers who are not able to make a good lesson plan. The implication of the lesson plan is it should have the components of lesson plan completely because lesson plan is the guidelines in doing the teaching and learning process. The documents of lesson plan should be made in duplicate; one is for school’s files and another one is for teacher as his/her guidelines in having teaching and learning process.
Implementation of Inspirative Models of Guidance and Counseling Services Curriculum Independent at Inspiring School
Authors: Putro Hendro Yulius Suryo
Published: April 2023

This study aims to determine the implementation of an inspirational model for Guidance and Counseling services in one of the Inspiring Schools, namely SMP Negeri 16 Banjarmasin. The research method uses descriptive qualitative. Data collection techniques using interviews, observation, and documentation. The research subjects included school principals as the Inspiring School program implementers, Grade 7 Guidance, Counseling teachers as independent curriculum implementers, and two learning committee teachers. Data were analyzed through three stages: data reduction, presentation, and conclusion. The study results show that implementing Guidance and Counseling using the Inspirational BK service model shows that the collaboration between Guidance and Counseling teachers and subject teachers is more intensive when implementing the independent curriculum. Guidance and Counseling service values ​​refer to the profile of Pancasila students. Therefore, guidance and counseling teachers are also involved in planning and implementing projects to strengthen Pancasila student profiles. However, the teacher's understanding of the achievements of Guidance and Counseling services in phase D needs to be further strengthened. Barriers experienced due to teacher training in the implementation of inspirational service models are still limited, so Guidance and Counseling teachers try to independently develop the implementation of inspirational guidance and counseling service models. References to implementing Guidance and Counseling services in the independent curriculum in Inspiring schools from independent teaching platforms and other sources are also limited.
TWO NEW FOR SCIENCE SPECIES OF FREE-LIVING NEMATODES OF FAMILY DESMODORIDAE FILIPJEV, 1922 (NEMATODA, DESMODORIDA) FROM CORAL REEFS IN VIETNAM
Authors: Gagarin V. , Nguyen Tu
Published: April 2023

Two new nematode species of the family Desmodoridae Filipjev, 1922, found in coral reefs in Vietnam, are described and illustrated. Onyx vulgaris sp. n. in body size and spicules length is close to D. disparamphis Tchesunov, Jeong, Lee, 2022 and O. orientalis Nguyen Dinh Tu et al., 2011. It differs from first species by the comparatively shorter and less slender tail, different form of terminal bulb of pharynx, different form of amphidial fovea and differs form of precloacal supplements in males. It differs from second species by the longer inner labial setae, shorter terminal bulb of pharynx, close to anterior body end located vulva and longer gubernaculum. Desmodora coralis sp. n. close to D. scaldensis de Man, 1889, D. macramphis S. Stekhoven, 1950 and D. nini (Inglis, 1963) in body size and absence of precloacal supplements in males and differs from all three species by the thinner body and presence of tubercle with pore on ventral side of tail in males.
The Effect of Ursolic Acid Addition into High-Energy Laying Hen Diet on Performance, Egg Quality Parameters, Serum Lipid Profile and Liver Fat Rate
Authors: POLAT Fethi , BÖLÜKBAŞI Canan
Published: April 2023

This study was conducted to determine the effect of ursolic acid (UA) at different ratios (0, 0.5, 1 and 1.5%) supplementation into high-energy laying hen diet on performance, egg quality parameters, serum lipid profile, some liver enzymes and liver fat ratio.
A total of 120 Lohman LSL laying hens, 70 weeks old, were used in present study. The animals were divided into 5 groups and each group consisted of six subgroups. In the experiment, the control group was fed with basal feed, and the treatment groups were fed with high-energy (HE) diets including 0, 0.5, 1 and 1.5% UA, respectively. Experiment lasted for 8 weeks. Egg yield decreased in high energy feed groups except HE + 1.5% UA group. Egg weight was found to be highest in the HE + 1.5% UA group. Addition of UA into feed improved the feed conversion ratio (FCR). It was determined that liver fat ratio was higher in the group fed with HE feed (P
Análisis de las variables emocionales experimentadas por los alumnos cuando trabajan cooperativamente en Educación Física con y sin sus compañeros afines (Analysis of the emotional variables experienced by students when they work cooperatively in Physical Education with and without their friends)
Authors: Lafuente Fernández Jorge Carlos , Maeso Santamaría Álvaro
Published: April 2023

El trabajo que se presenta a continuación pretende averiguar si la forma de hacer grupos en Educación Física al utilizar aprendizaje cooperativo afecta tanto a las emociones experimentadas por los alumnos como a la intensidad de las mismas para así averiguar qué forma de hacer grupos es la más idónea. Han participado en esta investigación 38 alumnos de entre seis y siete años que ha analizado emociones tales como: cólera, fatiga, vigor, amistad, tensión y depresión. Los resultados muestran diferencias significativas (p<0.05) entre los resultados del pre-test y el post-test para las emociones amistad y tensión en el grupo que realizó las actividades sin sus amigos. No se han encontrado diferencias significativas entre el post-test y el pre-test en ninguna de las emociones en el grupo que trabajó con sus afines. Los resultados muestran como los alumnos que trabajaron en el grupo de no afines vivenciaron las emociones, positivas y negativas de forma más intensa. Por lo que se concluye que la forma en la que se realizan los grupos debe ser tenida en cuenta por el docente para la impartición de contenidos. Señalando como el trabajo en grupos no afines podría dificultar la enseñanza de contenidos donde el alumno/a no se vea competente.
Palabras clave: Aprendizaje cooperativo, amigos, Educación Física, emociones, POMS.
Abstract. This intervention seeks to find out if the way of making groups in Physical Education when cooperative learning is used affects both the emotions experienced by the students and their intensity in order to find out which way of making groups is the most suitable. 38 students between the ages of six and seven have participated in this research, who have analyzed emotions such as: anger, fatigue, vigor, friendship, tension and depression. The results show significant differences (p <0.05) between the pre-test and post-test results for the emotions friendship and tension in the group that carried out the activities without their friends. No significant differences were found between the post-test and the pre-test in any of the emotions in the group that worked with their friends. The results show how the students who worked with whom they have less relationship experienced emotions, positive and negative more intensely. Therefore, it is concluded that the way in which the groups are carried out must be taken into account by the teacher for the delivery of content. Pointing out how work with whom they have less relationship could hinder the teaching of content where the student is not competent.
Keywords: Cooperative learning, friends, Physical Education, emotions, POMS.
Control of the intensity of effort. heart rate or rate of perceived effort
Authors: Canário-Lemos Rui , Machado-Reis Victor , Garrido Nuno , Rafael-Moreira Tiago , Peixoto Rafael , Nobre-Pinheiro Bruno , Monteiro Gabriela , Vilaça-Alves José
Published: April 2023

Objective: the goal of the present study was to compare the oxygen uptake between three experimental sessions of the Air Bike PRO® class, which the difference between sessions was the method used to control intensity of effort: SL) external load corresponds to ventilatory thresholds and 90% peak VO2; SRPE) rate perceived effort; SHR) heart rate. Methods: Ten physically active young men aged between 21 and 30 years old (mean ± standard deviation: 25.4 ± 4.81) participated in 3 study sessions, where they performed 3 Air Bike PRO® classes, in a randomized way. VO2 was measured in all sessions during the Air Bike PRO® class. Results: The values ​​of absolute VO2 (l/min) were significantly higher in the SL compared to the SHR in the 20 to 30 minute block and in music tracks 5 and 8 (p<0.05). Relative VO2 (ml / Kg / min) was significantly higher in the SL compared to the SHR in the 10 to 20 minute and 20 to 30 minute block and in music tracks 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 (p<0.05). In the SRPE, significantly higher values ​​were also observed compared to the SHR, in the 20 to 30 minute block and in music tracks 5 and 8 (p<0.05). Conclusion: According to the data of the present study, it is possible to conclude that the SRPE presents more similarities with the SL.
Key-words: Oxygen uptake; Interval training; Indoor cycling; OMNI-Cycle scale; Borg scale.
Foreign Aid and Productivity in Thailand
Authors: Hiroaki Sakurai
Published: April 2023

Abstract
This study examines the relationship between foreign aid and total factor productivity (TFP) in Thailand from 1972 to 2013 using the VAR model and Granger causality. While discussing the role of foreign aid in the economy of recipient countries, it is important to examine whether foreign aid contributes to the productivity of the recipient country. Estimation results do not show any evidence of a relationship between foreign aid and the TFP in Thailand, indicating that foreign aid does not necessarily directly affect productivity. This result is also considered to be suitable for previous studies.

JEL classification numbers: F35, O53.
Keywords: Foreign Aid, Total Factor Productivity, Thailand.
Andragogy learning and the associated factors among nursing students in online palliative class during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Agustini Ni Luh Inca Buntari , Nursalam  , Sukartini Tintin , Rismawan Made , Yusniawati Yustina Ni Putu , Suantika Putu Inge Ruth
Published: April 2023

Objective: To investigate the andragogy learning and determine the related factors among nursing students in online palliative class during the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic.
Methods: The descriptive cross-sectional online survey-based study was conducted from September 1 to December 31, 2021, after approval from the ethics review committee of the Institute of Technology and Health Bali, Indonesia, and comprised 2nd year nursing students enrolled in the online palliative class. Data was collected using a questionnaire to measure socio-demographic characteristics of the respondents, teacher characteristics, and learning media. Andragogy education movement questionnaire was used to measure students’ self-concept, learning motivation, readiness to learn, orientation to learn, and learning experience. Data was analysed using SPSS 25.
Results: Of the 189 subjects, 161(85.2%) were females, and 90(47.6%) were aged 20 years, followed by 87(46%) aged 21 years, 10(5.3%) aged 22 years and 2(1.1%) aged 23 years. Age was significantly correlated with self-concepts (p=0.04), while parents’ occupation was significantly correlated with learning motivation (p=0.04). Professional ability, personal quality and interpersonal relationships of teachers and learning media, including class management and props, were correlated with andragogy learning (p<0.001).
Conclusions: High levels in all domains of andragogy learning were found. Maintaining the factors that influence andragogy learning through online platforms is an important goal in today’s virtual learning era.
Keywords: Demography, Nursing, Motivation, COVID-19, Technology, Andragogy.
Antenatal care of pregnant women during pandemic: a phenomenology study
Authors: Sudaryanti Lestari , Mardhika Amellia , Qona’ah Rina , Mei Tyas Nestasia Pangestu , Chan Chong Mei
Published: April 2023

Objective: To assess the experience of pregnant women related to antenatal care during the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic.
Method: The qualitative interpretive phenomenology study was conducted from July to September 2022 in Lamongan General Hospital after approval from Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia. The sample comprised pregnant women at very high risk in the third trimester during the coronavirus disease-2019 pandemic. Data was collected from the medical records, and subsequently through semi-structured interviews. Data was analysed using the Braun and Clarke thematic analysis.
Results: Of the 19 subjects with a mean age of 33.3±4,91 years, 11 (58%) had studied up to high school level and 16(84%) were housewives. There were 5 themes that had a total of 14 sub-themes. The themes were fear of getting pregnant during a pandemic, afraid of losing her baby, losing the support system, adherence to health protocols, and differences in healthcare systems.
Conclusion: Pregnancy during the pandemic had an impact on the physical and mental health of women and turned into a terrifying experience. Health workers need to pay attention to the physical and psychological conditions of pregnant women, including antenatal care services that must be provided at least six times directly or by using telemedicine.
Keywords: Pregnancy, Prenatal care, Mental health, Anxiety, Telemedicine, Fear, COVID-19.
The effectiveness of breastfeeding self-efficacy intervention on implementation of breastfeeding in low-birth-weight infants: a systematic review
Authors: Utami Resti , Arief Yuni Sufyanti
Published: April 2023

Objective: To present an overview of breastfeeding self-efficacy interventions to enhance the implementation of exclusive breastfeeding for mothers with low birth weight infants.
Method: The systematic review comprised search for randomised controlled trials and quasi-experimental studies published between January 2014 to January 2022 on Scopus, ScienceDirect, Sage journals, ProQuest, Google Scholar and PubMed databases using the Population-Intervention-Comparison-Outcome framework and in line with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses checklist. The analytical quality of the studies was assessed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme checklist.
Results: Of the 339 studies initially identified, 10(2.94%) qualified for detailed analysis. Breastfeeding self-efficacy interventions could notably enhance the implementation of exclusive breastfeeding.
Conclusion: Breastfeeding self-efficacy interventions can be modified and effectively used by nurses to improve the implementation of exclusive breastfeeding for mothers with low birth weight infants.
Keywords: Breastfeeding, Milk, Infant, Low birth weight, Intervention.
Getting connected: establishing direct communication between learning developers and PhD Students with teaching responsibilities
Authors: Kantcheva Ralitsa , Sum Kiu
Published: April 2023

Many PhD researchers have the opportunity to take up teaching responsibilities during their doctoral studies to enhance their employability and interest in academia. Aside from their formal teaching training, little is known about the types of resources and support from professional services that PhD students (PhDs) use to fulfil their teaching responsibilities. On the other hand, learning development is a relatively new profession within higher education. As such, there are varied perceptions on the necessity for PhDs with teaching responsibilities to engage with learning development support. This opinion piece shares the experience of a STEM UK PhD student with teaching responsibilities and a learning development practitioner when establishing support for modules taught by PhDs. Through a dialogue, the authors explore the challenges faced in the interaction between learning developers (LDs) and PhDs, in two different UK universities, and recommend how to further develop the relationship. Through this dialogue possible solutions like increasing the visibility of available LD support for PhDs with teaching responsibilities within higher education institutions (HEIs) and including LD support in PhDs teaching training were identified.
A Thematic Analysis of Web Resources for Identifying Dietary and Social Behaviors that Increase the Levels of Depression, Anxiety, and Depression (DAS) in Adults and Adolescents in the U.S.
Authors: Yu Paul , Golmohamadi Amir
Published: April 2023

Based on the current literature from nutrition culture and anthropological studies, there is a potential relationship between behavioral change intervention programs and improvement of quality of life. The purpose of this qualitative research project was to systematically obtain the preliminary data, required for developing an intervention that aims to reduce depression, anxiety, and stress (DAS) levels in people, and improve their quality of life. A thematic analysis of internet articles (news, academic, non-profit, commercial, and weblogs) were used to determine common themes in these resources with NVivo, a qualitative data analysis software. This research project was the first step towards systematically, designing a multi-disciplinary, nutrition/ behavioral change intervention, for the prevention of social, physical, and mental illnesses.
Volume-Independent Music Matching by Frequency Spectrum Comparison
Authors: Lee Anthony , Choi James
Published: April 2023

Currently, there are applications such as Shazam that provides music matching. However, a limitation is that the same piece performed by the same musician cannot be identified if it is not the same recording. This is because Shazam matches the variation in volume, not the frequencies of the sound. This research attempts to match music the way humans understand it: by the frequency spectrum of music, not the volume variation. We pre-computed the frequency spectrums of the music, then took the unknown piece and tried to match its frequency spectrum against every segment. We did so by sliding the window by 0.1 seconds and calculating the error by subtracting the normalized arrays and taking the sum of absolute differences. The segment that showed the least error was considered the candidate for the match. Matching simple pieces such as single-note pieces was successful, but complex pieces such as symphonies were not successful; that is, the algorithm couldn’t produce low error value in any of the music in the database. We suspect that it has to do with having “too many notes,” i.e., mismatches in the higher harmonics added up to significant amount of errors, which swamps the calculations.
Neuroprotective and detrimental effects of astrocytes on amyloid plaque formation
Authors: Gan Hao-Ran
Published: April 2023

In Alzheimer’s disease (AD) brains, reactive astrocytes and microglia are frequently seen around amyloid plaques. The functions of microglia have been extensively studied, such as the neuroprotective barrier they form to prevent plaque growth and their release of inflammatory cytokines. However, the functions of astrocytes are less well known. Here I review the ongoing research on astrocytic functions around plaques. Recent studies suggest that astrocytes play an important role in downregulating Aβ production through the production of cholesterol and reducing plaque deposition through Aβ uptake and clearance. Astrocytes also interact with microglia through the clusterin and C3 pathways, possibly altering Aβ fibril formation and microglia phagocytosis. On the other hand, astrocytes contribute to elevated glutamate and GABA levels, potentially causing excitotoxicity and accelerating cognitive decline. Finally, I review two possible therapeutic treatments, ceftriaxone and selegiline, for alleviating AD pathology by targeting astrocyte functions. Given their crucial and complex roles in AD, a better understand of astrocyte functions would contribute to a greater understanding of AD progression and uncover new therapeutic targets.
NanoMedicine; An Analysis of Hydrogels Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering Applications
Authors: Saridena Ananya , Saridena Abhaya , Kethar Jothsna
Published: April 2023

Tissue damage and disease impose a significant burden on individuals, society, and the economy. Current tissue engineering techniques have limitations, and improvements are necessary to more effectively repair or regenerate damaged or diseased tissues. Hydrogels, a type of synthetic scaffold, have gained increasing attention in tissue engineering due to their mechanical support for cells, customizable characteristics, and potential to overcome challenges in specific applications. However, the full extent of their effectiveness and capabilities in tissue engineering is not yet determined. This research paper aims to analyze the uses and capabilities of hydrogels in tissue engineering through a meta-analysis of various studies, contributing to the advancement of regenerative medicine. Hydrogels present a versatile and promising scaffold for tissue engineering, with the potential to significantly improve the field of regenerative medicine.
Anti-Asian Racism in Canada: The Story of the Numbers
Authors: Wang Arthur
Published: April 2023

This paper delves into the ongoing issue of anti-Asian racism in Canada, particularly during the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite being a diverse country, Canada has a long-standing history of discrimination towards people of Asian heritage. The Covid-19 pandemic has only exacerbated this issue, with a significant increase in reported crimes and incidents of racism towards Asian or Asian-appearing individuals.

The paper focuses on identifying and interpreting the most relevant data from various sources on anti-Asian racism in Canada during the pandemic. The author aims to compare and contrast these data sets to understand the underlying trends and factors that contribute to anti-Asian racism in Canada. However, the author notes the challenges of relying on available data sets to inform the public and policymakers. Officially collected crime statistics and non-official online self-reporting data have their limitations in accurately reflecting the scope of anti-Asian racism in the country. 

The paper concludes that accurate statistics are essential in combating anti-Asian racism in Canada. However, the lack of reliable data is concerning. The author emphasizes the importance of continuing the search for better ways to collect accurate statistics while being cautious in using existing data to avoid misleading the public and policymakers.

Overall, this paper highlights the urgent need for Canada to address the issue of anti-Asian racism, particularly in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. It is a call to action for policymakers, activists, and the public to work together towards creating a more inclusive and accepting society.
Making a Case for Entrepreneurial Skill Development in Schools
Authors: Venugopal Krishna
Published: April 2023

Today’s youth is faced with new risks emerging from fast advancing technology such as AI and increased individual responsibilities. With these trend shifts, foundational knowledge alone, without an understanding of the interconnected nature of the applications in real life is not going to effectively prepare the youth for future success. It is therefore imperative to introduce students to the essentials of entrepreneurial mindset early in their middle and high school education.

Although this is a critical challenge faced by youth today, there is very little advocacy for incorporating entrepreneurial skill development in school curriculum.

The intent of this research project is to outlay the foundational skills that are essential to building an entrepreneurial mindset and to recommend a curriculum that will advance entrepreneurial skill development in middle and high school students.

The roadmap of this paper begins with making the case for introducing entrepreneurial skill curriculum, proceeding to the cultural factors that influence skill development, Recommendation, purpose of Case Studies, and concluding summary.
Asuhan Kebidanan Berkelanjutan pada Ny. S, Ny.P, Ny.R di Wilayah Pagelaran Kecamatan Pagelaran Kabupaten Pringsewu, Lampung
Authors: Febriyanti Hellen , Qurniasih Nila , Primadevi Inggit
Published: April 2023

Back Pain during pregnancy can be influenced by changes in hormone levels, the hormones estrogen, progesterone, and relaxin, Pregnancy exercise is very good for stimulating the body’s repair maintenance system, maintenance of body repair, can increase heart strength and circulation, and tighten loose muscles, maintain joint flexibility, good for body image, and can relieve stress and make the body more comfortable. Based on the data above, the authors take the formulation of the problem in this report. Can pregnancy exercise in third-trimester pregnant women reduce back pain in pregnancy? This Final project report is in the form of a case study using the SOAP method of documentation. The subjects of this study were pregnant women in the third trimester, maternity, postpartum, and newborns until the mother could decide on the family planning method. In data collection, it is done by using anamnesis, physical, examination, processed and analyzed cases. The results showed that pregnancy care by providing pregnancy exercise care to 3 pregnant women who experienced back pain during. Of the three pregnancy cases that were followed, all patients had been given an intervention by doing pregnancy exercises to show a decrease in back pain. this is stated by the results of interviews with patients that back pain is reduced after doing exercise during pregnancy and one patient said that sleep becomes more restful after doing exercise during pregnancy.
Abstrak: Nyeri punggung selama kehamilan dapat dipengaruhi oleh perubahan kadar hormon, hormon esterogen, progesterone, dan relaxin pada kehamilan Senam hamil sangat baik untuk merangsang system pemeliharaan perbaikan tubuh, dapat meningkatkan kekuatan dan sirkulasi jantung, serta mengencangkan otot-otot yang mengendur, menjaga fleksibilitas sendi, bagus untuk poster tubuh, serta dapat menghilangkan stress dan membuat tubuh menjadi lebih nyaman. Berdasarkan data diatas maka penulis mengambil rumusan masalah dalam laporan     ini Apakah senam hamil pada ibu hamil trimester III dapat menggurangi nyeri punggung pada kehamilan? Laporan Tugas Akhir ini dalam bentuk studi kasus dengan menggunakan pendokumentasian metode SOAP. Subjek penelitian ini adalah ibu hamil trimester III, bersalin, nifas, bayi baru lahir, hingga ibu dapat memutuskan metode KB. Dalam pengumpulan data, dilakukan dengan menggunakan anamnesa, pemeriksaan fisik, kasus diolah dan dianalisis. Hasil penelitian diperoleh bahwa asuhan kehamilan dengan memberikan asuhan senam hamil kepada 3 ibu hamil yang mengalami nyeri punggung saat kehamilan. Dari ketiga kasus kehamilan yang diikuti bahwa semua pasien telah diberikan intervensi dengan melakukan senam hamil untuk memperlihatkan penurunan nyeri punggung. Hal ini dinyatakan oleh hasil wawancara kepada pasien bahwa nyeri punggung menjadi berkurang setelah melakukan senam hamil dan satu pasien mengatakan bahwa tidur menjadi lebih nyenyak setelah dilakukan senam hamil.
Asuhan Kebidanan Berkelanjutan pada Ny. D, Ny. N dan Ny.S di PMB Eli Noviandari, S.Tr.,Keb Bangunrejo Kabupaten Lampung Tengah
Authors: Sagita Yona Desni , Putri Nopi Anggista , Agustina Rika
Published: April 2023

Breast milk production is strongly influenced by the psychological condition of the nursing mother. Psychologically the mother occurs because the mother experiences anxiety, anxiety is an emotional response to an assessment that describes worry, anxiety, fear, and restlessness accompanied by various physical complaints. When breastfeeding mothers feel comfortable and relaxed, the release of oxytocin can take place. well. In continuous care that focuses on postpartum care, researchers provide different interventions to postpartum mothers, namely oxytocin massage, breast care and marmet techniques, although different interventions are carried out, all of them aim to increase milk production. This study is a case study with the subject of three postpartum mothers who were given intervention on the third postpartum day. The results of the study were obtained after being given treatment, and the mother's milk production began to run smoothly. It is hoped that health workers, especially midwives, can provide education to postpartum mothers and families regarding oxytocin massage, breast care and marmet techniques as a form of stimulation that can facilitate the production of postpartum mother's milk.
Abstrak: Produksi ASI sangat dipengaruhi oleh kondisi psikolog ibu menyusui, Psikologis ibu terjadi karena ibu mengalami kecemasan, kecemasan merupakan respon emosional terhadap penilaian yang menggambarkan khawatir, gelisah, takut, tidak tentram disertai berbagai keluhan fisik Saat ibu menyusui merasa nyaman dan rileks maka pengeluaran oksitosin dapat berlangsung dengan baik. Asuhan berkesinambungan yang berfokus pada asuhan nifas ini peneliti memeberikan intervensi yang berbeda kepada ibu nifas yaitu pijat oksitosin, breascare dan teknik marmet meskipun berbeda intervensi yang dilakukan, namun semua bertujuan untuk meningkatkan produksi ASI. Penelitian ini merupakan sebuah studi kasus dengan subjek tiga orang ibu nifas yang diberikan intervensi pada hari ketiga postpartum. Hasil penelitian didapatkan setelah diberikan perlakuan produksi ASI ibu mulai lancar. Diharapkan petugas kesehatan khususnya bidan dapat memberikan edukasi kepada ibu nifas dan keluarga terkait pijat oksitosin, breascare dan teknik marmet sebagai salah bentuk stimulasi yang dapat memperlancar produksi ASI ibu nifas.
Penggunaan Breast Pump Pada Ibu Menyusui
Authors: Yuliantie Putri , Kusvitasari Hairiana
Published: April 2023

The coverage of exclusive breastfeeding for infants aged 0-6 months is 40%, while the target achievement for exclusive breastfeeding coverage in the world is 50%. One of the causes of infant mortality globally is due to improper feeding during the first year of life and not being given exclusive breastfeeding. Malnutrition is one of the contributors to the under-five mortality rate, which is 60% of 10.9 million. The purpose of this study was to identify and explore the use of breast pumps in breastfeeding mothers. The method in this research is narrative review by reviewing 10 articles. The results of this study are based on 10 articles there is an internal effect on the success of breastfeeding using a breast pump, namely the duration of breastfeeding and milk production, the factors that influence the decision to pump breast milk are information about breast pumps, the availability of lactation rooms, commitment and rest time and the supporting factor is the availability breastpump, family and co-workers support.
 
Abstrak: Cakupan pemberian ASI eksklusif pada bayi usia 0-6 bulan adalah sebesar 40% sedangkan capaian target untuk cakupan pemberian ASI eksklusif didunia sebesar 50%. Salah satu penyebab angka kematian bayi secara global disebabkan karena pemberian makan yang tidak tepat selama tahun pertama kehidupan dan tidak diberikan ASI eksklusif. Malnutrisi merupakan salah satu penyumbang angka kematian balita yaitu sebesar 60% dari 10,9 juta. Tujuan pada penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi serta mengeksplore penggunaan breast pump pada ibu menyusui. Metode dalam penelitian ini adalah narrative review dengan mereview 10 artikel. Hasil penelitian ini adalah berdasarkan 10 artikel terdapat efek dalam terhadap keberhasilan menyusui dengan menggunakan breastpump yaitu durasi menyusui dan produksi ASI, factor-faktor yang mempengaruhi keputusan untuk memompa ASI yaitu informasi tentang breastpump, tersedianya ruang laktasi, komitmen dan waktu istirahat serta faktor pendukung adalah ketersediaan breastpump, dukungan keluarga dan rekan kerja.
The Correlation Between Parenting Style and Picky Eater Habits on The Preschool Students
Authors: Suryani Santi , Agustriyani Feri , Palupi Rini , Ardinata Ardinata
Published: April 2023

Parenting style is one factor in children's character construction. Preschool students have experienced a change in eating behavior that commonly has the picky eater habit. It is the spectrum of feeding difficulties when children refuse to taste new foods, or only want to eat certain foods. This research aims to identify the correlation between parenting style and pick-eater habits among preschool students in Tri Tunggal Jaya Village. The correlation design method was used to analyze the 55 sample respondents in this village. The measurement tools were questionnaires on parenting styles and picky eater habits (CEBQ). Based on the analysis results, parents in the majority of implemented some parenting styles which were permissive parenting as much 28 (50,9%), democratic parenting as much 25 (45,5%), and authoritarian parenting 2 (3,6%). Meanwhile, the picky eaters in the majority showed a rate of 25 (45,5%) and non-picky eaters were 30 (54,5%). According to the gamma testing, it showed that the p-value was 0,000. Thus, it can be concluded that there is a correlation between parenting style in picky eating habits among preschool students in Tri Tunggal Jaya Village, located in the sub-district Penawartama Tulang Bawang regency. Suggestion: for the parents, it will be better to implement a good parenting style for the children in managing childhood eating patterns.
Abstrak: Pola asuh adalah salah satu faktor dalam pembentukan karakter anak. Anak usia prasekolah mengalami proses perubahan pola makan dimana anak pada usia ini umumnya mengalami peri laku atau kebiasaan Picky eater yang termasuk kedalam spektrum kesulitan makan (feeding difficulties) dimana anak menolak untuk mencoba makanan baru, atau hanya mau makan makanan tertentu. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi hubungan pola asuh Orangtua dengan perilaku Picky eater pada anak usia prasekolah di Desa Tri tunggal jaya. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan desain korelasi dengan jumlah sampel 55 responden di Desa Tri Tunggal Jaya. Alat ukur yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kuesioner pola asuh dan kuesioner perilaku Picky eater (CEBQ). Dari hasil penelitian didapakan bahwa mayoritas orangtua menerapakan pola asuh permisif yaitu 28 (50,9%), pola asuh demokratis 25 (45,5%), dan pola asuh otoriter 2 (3,6%). Sedangkan mayoritas picky eater 25 (45,5%) dan tidak picky eater 30 (54,5%). Berdasarkan uji gamma didapatkan nilai p value sebesar 0,000 maka dapat di simpulkan ada hubungan antara pola asuh Orangtua kebiasaan memilih-milih makan (Picky eater) pada anak usia prasekolah di Desa Tri Tunggal Jaya Kecamatan Penawartama Kabupaten Tulang Bawang. Saran: Diharapkan kepada orang tua untuk menerapkan pola asuh yang baik dan benar kepada anaknya untuk lebih tepat dalam mengatur pola makan anak.
Blake in the Marketplace, 2022
Authors: Essick Robert N.
Published: April 2023

John Windle provided an auspicious beginning for the 2022 Blake market with his February publication of catalogue 70, Present Joy. At 160 pages offering 809 items, this is the second-largest sale catalogue devoted to Blake and his circle, exceeded only by Windle’s October 2009 catalogue 46. The organization of Present Joy is unusual for its genre. The main section is arranged chronologically, with works listed by the year they were originally created, even for later reproductions. Thus, a 1955 facsimile of Songs of Innocence and of Experience appears in the subsection on Blake’s productions of 1789–​94. The catalogue includes three drawings from the smaller Blake-Varley Sketchbook, separate plates including “Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims,” print series such as the Job and Dante engravings, a large group of Blake’s commercial book illustrations, ranging from his apprentice work in Jacob Bryant’s A New System, or, an Analysis of Ancient Mythology (1774–​76) to John Varley’s Treatise on Zodiacal Physiognomy (1828), and most of the William Muir and Blake Trust/​Trianon Press facsimiles of Blake’s illuminated books. All but a few works by Blake are illustrated. Many items are recorded as “Sold,” including “Holy Thursday” from Songs of Innocence copy W and “A Cradle Song” (both plates) from Songs of Innocence copy Y, and have been listed in earlier installments of these sales reviews. In the listings below, I have included all original materials for the record.