bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Loan Repayment Performance on Smallholder Tobacco Contract Farmers. A Case of Ward 21 Marondera District, Mashonaland East Province
Authors: Chindomu Josephine Munashe , Mapfumo Tatenda , Zinyama Masline , Nyagwaya Tonderai James , Mudyahoto Rodney , Manhimanzi Gift , Ganyiwa Edmore
Published: May 2024

This study examined the factors affecting loan repayment performance among smallholder tobacco contract farmers in Mashonaland East Province in Marondera District, Ward 21. The study was a quantitative research. A total of 222 respondents were administered with structured questionnaires to provide the relevant information. The information was gathered from respondents in Ward 21 Marondera District using the multistage sampling technique. A Linear regression model was applied to analyse factors that affected tobacco output and a Probit model was applied to analyse factors that affected loan repayment performance among smallholder tobacco farmers. The majority of the respondents who participated were males and they were the ones making household financial decisions. Results from the linear regression model showed that of the 9 variables that were tested, education level, tobacco land irrigation land and farm experience were significant at a 5% level of significance. Results from the probit model showed that of the 27 variables that were tested, household size, land size, experience, other loans due, other crop enterprise, loan purpose, other sources of income and side marketing were found statistically significant at a 5% level of significance. Therefore, it is recommended that the lenders pay much attention to land size, experience and the size of households of the farmers before extending credit to them as these were found to be contributing the highest variance in loan repayment performance
Negotiating Identity: The Intersection of Colonialism, Christianity, and Male Circumcision Among the Abagusii
Authors: Haron Machoni M. , Onyambu Mallion , Nyamwaka Evans , Oino Peter Gutwa
Published: May 2024

This paper examines how the Abagusii navigated the imposition of colonial and Christian ideologies on their traditional practices. It highlights the community's strategies for preserving cultural identity while adapting to external pressures, focusing on male circumcision as a key cultural practice. Before the colonial intervention, male circumcision held profound cultural significance, serving as a pivotal rite of passage into manhood within the Abagusii community. However, the imposition of colonial rule and the influence of Christian missionaries led to significant transformations in the practice, disrupting its traditional meaning and social functions. Anchored on social diffusion theory, the paper traces the historical evolution of male circumcision among the Abagusii, detailing the shifts from traditional rituals to more modern practices influenced by colonial and Christian ideologies. It provides a chronological analysis of how these external forces gradually reshaped a pivotal cultural institution. The researchers applied a qualitative research design and a qualitative approach to collecting data from the study participants. The study used a purposive sampling method to recruit 30 participants from the study sites. Data was analysed descriptively and presented in the form of themes. It was also revealed that the introduction of Western medicine and education influenced the community's perceptions of health and hygiene, prompting a shift towards medically supervised circumcision procedures. Furthermore, despite external pressures, the Abagusii community adapted by integrating some elements of colonial and Christian practices into their traditional rites. This resulted in a hybrid form of circumcision that retained cultural significance while conforming to new norms. The study concludes that the evolution of male circumcision practices among the Abagusii of Southwestern Kenya under the influence of colonialism and Christianity illustrates a complex interplay between tradition and modernity. While colonial and missionary interventions aimed to suppress traditional rites, the community's adaptive responses ensured the survival and transformation of these practices. The study recommends future policies and interventions related to traditional practices that prioritize cultural sensitivity and community engagement. Understanding and respecting the cultural significance of practices like circumcision can foster more effective and sustainable changes
Ubunifu na Mwonoulimwengu wa Mwandishi: Mifano ya Kazi za Ken Walibora
Authors: Matin Ibrahim , Kisurulia Simiyu
Published: May 2024

Katika kazi ya fasihi, mawazo, mafunzo na falsafa ya msanii hubainisha msimamo wake kuhusu masuala mbalimbali ya kijamii. Msimamo ni ile hali ya mwandishi kuamua kufuata na kushikilia jambo fulani. Jambo hili huweza kukataliwa na wengi lakini akalishikilia tu. Msimamo ndio huweza kuwatofautisha wasanii wawili au zaidi wanaoandika kuhusu mazingira yanayofanana. Hili ambalo msanii anashikilia sana ndilo tunaloita katika utafiti huu kuwa mwonoulimwengu wa mwandishi. Ni vyema kujiuliza ni mambo gani yanayomsukuma na kuchochea mwandishi Ken Walibora kuchukua mawazo, msimamo na mkondo fulani katika uandishi wake. Uchanganuzi huu ulinuia kuchunguza mwonoulimwengu wa Ken Walibora kwa kujaribu kudokoa mawazo na falsafa zake kama zinavyojitokeza katika kazi zake za kisanaa. Huu ulikuwa utafiti wa maktabani ulioongozwa na nadharia za uhalisia na mwingilianomatini kuchunguza mwonoulimwengu wa Ken Walibora kupitia yale anayosema kujihusu na yale wengine wanasema kumhusu kisha kuyalinganisha na kazi za fasihi alizoandika kwa lengo la kuona mfanano wa mwonoulimwengu wake kwa sababu mwonoulimwengu unaonekana kutokana na maudhui yanayoendelezwa katika kazi za kisanaa. Kwa kutumia mbinu ya uteuzi sampuli maksudi tuliteua vitabu sita: Siku Njema (1996), Damu Nyeusi (2008), Kidagaa Kimemwozea (2012), Nasikia Sauti ya Mama (2014), Mbaya Wetu (2014) na Kisasi Hapana (2008). Tulivilinganisha ili kutambua mfanano wa mwonoulimwengu wa Ken Walibora katika vitabu hivi. Tulitathmini mwonoulimwengu huu kwa kujaribu kuelewa namna anavyosuka maudhui katika kazi zake kwa sababu mwonoulimwengu hudhihirika katika maudhui. Utafiti huu utachangia katika kufanyiza akili, kupanua uelewaji, kunoa nguvu za kufikiri, kupanua mwono, kukuza uwazaji na hisi ya ujumui ambalo ni lengo kuu la kazi yoyote ile ya fasihi. Wasomaji wa kazi za Ken Walibora watapata kuelewa kazi zake vizuri zaidi kwa kuwa na picha kubwa ya msanii huyu akilini. Pia inaweza kuwa kichocheo kwa wasanii wapya ili kujua namna ya kupata maoni ya kusuka kazi zao
واقع ظاهرة التنمر المدرسي في مدارس المرحلة الابتدائية بمدينة المرج من وجهة نظر الاخصائيين الاجتماعيين
Authors: آدم علي حامد الذرعاني د. عبد السلام
Published: May 2024

هدف البحث الحالي إلى تحديد درجة شيوع ظاهرة التنمر المدرسي لدى طلبة المرحلة الابتدائية ،وبيان أسباب هذه الظاهرة من وجهة نظر الاخصائيين الاجتماعيين وتقديم مجموعة من المقترحات لمواجهة هذه الظاهرة والحد منها، واستخدم الباحث المنهج الوصفي كما تم استخدام استمارة الاستبيان لجمع المعلومات وللإجابة على أسئلة البحث وزعت على عينة حجمها 50 مفردة وتوصل البحث الى عـدد مـن النتـائج منهـا: أن ظاهرة التنمر منتشرة في المدارس الابتدائية بدرجة كبيرة، وأن أهم الاسباب وراء انتشارها هو تراخي المدرسة في معالجة مظاهر التنمر، تقليد عدوانية الاب، كثرة المشاكل الاسرية، انعدام الرقابة الوالدية، قسوة المدرس على التلاميذ، أما بخصوص سبل مواجهة هذه الظاهرة زيارة أولياء الامور إلى المدرسة بين فترة وأخرى للاطلاع على سلوك أبنائهم ، على المدرسة ان تقوم بسن قوانين حازمة تمنع ايذاء أي طفل لزميله الطفل الاخر سواء اكان هذا الايذاء جسديا ام معنويا ، التحاور مع الاطفال في جلسات خاصة حول اهم المشكلات التي تواجههم،  وتوصل البحث  الى مجموعة من التوصيات.
أولويات البحث التربوي في الإدارة المدرسية
Authors: حمد منصور أمحمد د. عبد العزيز
Published: May 2024

تقدم هذه الدراسة عدد من الموضوعات ذات الأولوية البحثية في مجال الإدارة المدرسية وذلك من خلال استشراف وجهة نظر عدد من الخبراء وعددهم (24) خبيراً في مجال التربية والإدارة المدرسية باستخدام أسلوب دلفي الاستشرافي في جولتين لمعرفة عدد الموافقات على الموضوعات التي تم طرحها ومن أبرز النتائج التي تم التوصل إليها موافقة الخبراء على (50) أولوية بحثية في مجال الإدارة المدرسية، موزعة على (5) مجالات أساسية: قيادة النظام المدرسي (9) أولويات،: الشؤون الإدارية (14) أولوية بحثية،: الشؤون الفنية والإشرافية (13) أولوية بحثية،: الأبنية المدرسية (5) أولويات بحثية، وقد جاء مجال قيادة النظام المدرسي هو الأول بنسبة مئوية 87% للمستوى المرتفع في تصنيف استجابات لجنة الخبراء، يليه مجال خدمة المجتمع المحلي بنسبة مئوية للمستوى المرتفع 79% ثم جاء مجال  شؤون الإدارية بنسبة 25% ثم مجال الشؤون الفنية والإشرافية بنسبة مئوية 20% وأخيراً مجال الأبنية المدرسية، وقد أوصت هذه  الدراسة بعدد من التوصيات أبرزها، حث الباحثين في مجال الإدارة المدرسية على توجيه أبحاثهم للموضوعات التي أسفرت عليها هذه الدراسة، وإعداد دليل شامل للبحوث التربوية في مجال الإدارة المدرسية في ليبيا تسترشد به أقسام الإدارة التعليمية بكليات التربية وكل من له علاقة بها من الأقسام الأخرى ومراكز البحوث ودوائر التدريب حتى يتم التركيز على البحوث والدراسات التي تمس الواقع الليبي ومشكلاته وما يريده من أهداف للارتقاء والتطوير.
اضطراب الشخصية الحدية لدى شرائح تعليمية ومهنية مختلفة بمدينة بنغازي
Authors: حسن بالشيخ د. حنان
Published: May 2024

تهدف الدراسة الحالية إلى التعرف على اضطراب الشخصية الحدية لدى عينة من مختلف الشرائح التعليمية والمهنية بمدينة بنغازي، تكونت العينة من 470 مبحوثا منهم 216 من الذكور ،254 من الإناث، بمدى عمري (50:21) عاماً، تم جمع البيانات بتطبيق مقياس اضطراب الشخصية الحدية من اعداد صاحبة الدراسة. اشارت النتائج إلى انخفاض مستوى اضطراب الشخصية الحدية لدى عينة الدراسة. ولم تكن هناك فروق دالة احصائياً بين الجنسين في هذا الاضطراب.  كما خلصت النتائج أن أكثر الفئات العمرية التي ينتشر فيها اضطراب الشخصية الحدية هي فئة الشباب (21- 30سنة). وأكثر المستويات التعليمية التي يظهر فيها هذا الاضطراب هي الفئات الخمسة الأولى من السلم التعليمي (أمي، يقرأ ويكتب، ابتدائي، إعدادي، ثانوي)، أما أكثر المهن التي ينتشر فيها اضطراب الشخصية الحدية فهي:( فئة العمال غير المهرة، والعمال شبه المهرة، والعمال المهرة) مقارنة بالمهن الأخرى التي تقع بالمستوي الأعلى من الهرم التنظيمي المهني.
الكشف عن مرض الصدفية الجلدي باستخدام معالجة الصور وخوارزمية العزوم
Authors: ابراهيم سالم أ.عبد الكريم
Published: May 2024

مرض الجلد (الصدفية) قد تصيب من 2 إلى 3% من سكان العالم، فيما قد تحدث الالتهابات المفصلية الصدفية مع 30% من المرضى المصابين بالصدفية، وقد يسبق التهاب المفاصل البقع الجلدية في بعض الأحوال، لاسيما أن التهاب المفاصل الصدفي هو شكل من أشكال التهاب المفاصل الروماتيزم.
     الهدف من النظام وهو الكشف عن مرض الجلد باستخدام معالجة صور الخطوات التي تم استخدامها في هذه العملية ثلاثة خطوات وهي. الخطوة الأولى هي المعالجة المسبقة (المستوى الرمادي، عتبة الصورة) الخطوة الثانية استخراج ملامح مرض الجلد باستخدام خوارزمية العزوم والخطوة الثالثة هي تحديد نسبة مرض الجلد لدي الانسان.  باستخدام النسبة المئوية.
Examining and Assessing the Students' Academic writing: an Analysis of the Students' Research papers at English Department - Faculty of Arts& Science/ Alabyar Campus.
Authors: I. G. Mohammed Hidob
Published: May 2024

Writing in general is a complex skill, that students need to go successfully through college or university. Students whose major subject is English and who study in the final semester are believed to have challenges in producing an academic research paper. This paper attempts to analyze and evaluate the students' term papers concerning academic writing skills. Considering academic writing characteristics, the researcher examined five term papers written by undergraduate students. The study used descriptive analysis as the method of the study. The analysis of the student's corpus showed that the students' writing included different types of errors. However, the lack of academic skills was the most serious and prominent one. The most obvious weakness, noticed in students' writing, was the lack of cohesion and coherence. The study also confirms that poor writing correlates with a deficiency in writing skills. Thus, it seems that the students have low proficiency when they enrolled in the English department. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that pre-sessional courses should be provided for the new students who joined their study in the English department. As well as, the study recommends adopting an admission policy for enrollment in the English department and increasing language programs in academic writing.
ILLUSTRATIVE DESCRIPTION OF COLLOCATION IN ENGLISH AND ARABIC
Authors: E. A. ELEMALI ALSEDIEG
Published: May 2024

In this paper, an attempt is made to study the term collocation as a group of words occur together repeatedly. It incorporates a fairly detailed analysis of collocation in both English and Arabic.  The purpose of this paper is to focus on this important area in an attempt to bring out the nature and significance of collocation and its relation to lexicography. We, for example, can compare the collocation patterns of two adjectives strong and powerful, which might seem to have similar meanings. Though we can use both for some item, e.g. strong arguments and powerful arguments, elsewhere there are collocation effects. For example we talk of strong tea rather than powerful tea; but a powerful car rather than a strong car. Similarly blond collocates with hair and adlle with eggs. We can note names of groups act like this: we say a herd of cattle, but a pack of dogs. Finally, it is hoped that this piece of work will bridge a gap in interpretation, teaching and learning on the one hand, and will motivate further research into other important areas in English and Arabic, on the other.
الديمقراطية الغربية ومبدأ الشورى
Authors: محمد صالح مخلوف المغربي صالح
Published: May 2024

نحصر مشكلة البحث في تطبيقات الديمقراطية الغربية وما أدت اليه من تسلط الحكام على الشعوب العربية الاسلامية عرقلة النمو الاقتصادي تجدر التخلف الاجتماعي والفكري لديها وما يمكن أن تحققة من تفعيل مفهوم الشوري وفقا لمتطلبات الحياة العصرية كأحد المبادئ الاسلامية السامية التي امر بها ديننا الحنيف من خلال الكتاب والسن. وتهدف الدراسة الى تحقيق الاتي:

التعريف بمفهومي الشوري والديمقراطية وتوظيف الجوانب الايجابية لمفهوم الديقراطية لتحقيق التوزان بينهما.
وصف وتحليل ومقارنة كلا المفهومين للوصول الى نظام لحكم يتماشي مع مبادئ الاسلام ومع تطور الحياة المدنية.
تعزيز مفهوم المشاركة الديمقراطية وفقا لتطبيقاتها التي جاء بها الاسلام وبناء على هيكلية تحقق المعني الصحيح للديمقراطية وتتماشي مع طبيعية مؤسسات الحكم في النظم السياسية المعاصرة.

تعتمد هذه الدراسة على المنهج المقارن يقوم على مقارنة مفهوم الديمقراطية والشورى من الناحيتين النظرية والعملية ومقارنة التطور الفكري والتاريخي لكل منهما. وخلصت الدراسة الى النتائج الاتية:

أن الشوري مبدأ أساسي من مبادئ النظام السياسي في الإسلام مصدر الكتاب والسنة.
أن افضل السبل لتطبيق الشوري هو اتباع منهج الله من خلال جعل الشريعة الاسلامية كونها المصدر الوحيد للتشريع.
أن أحد أسباب ما نحن فيها من ضياع للحقوق وانهيار لمنظومة العدالة هو تخلينا عن مبدا الشوري كأحد أهم مبادئ الحكم في الإسلام.
دراسة تأثير خشونة مسار تدفق المضخة النفاثة على فعالية تشغيلها
Authors: أحمد الزروق بارود د. فرج
Published: May 2024

المضخة النفاثة هي مضخة ذات معدل تدفق عالي, من مزاياها بساطة التصميم وذات تكلفة منخفضة والقدرة على التعامل مع المياه الموحلة, تعمل على نطاق واسع في بيئات العمل الخاصة ذات درجات الحرارة العالية والضغط العالي في الفراغ وتحت الماء. ان أحد المتغيرات المهمة التي يتم أخذها في الاعتبار عند تحديد حجم خطوط الأنابيب وتصميمها هو الخشونة المطلقة للأنبوب، والتي تُستخدم لحساب فقد الضغط أثناء تدفق السوائل عبر خط الأنابيب, وهناك قائمة قيم لخشونة الأنابيب, تصنع الأنابيب التجارية بعدة مواد مختلفة وبأحجام مختلفة, وتعتبر الخشونة الداخلية للأنبوب عاملاً مهمًا عند النظر في ضياعات الاحتكاك لسائل يتحرك عبر الأنبوب, وعادةً ما يتم تحديد خشونة الأنبوب إما بالملم أو بالبوصة وتتراوح القيمة من 0.0015 مم لأنابيب PVC إلى 3.0 مم للأنابيب الخرسانية الخشنة.
GIS- لغة البرمجة في نظم المعلومات الجغرافية- دراسة لبعض نماذج لغة البايثون Python في بيئة الارك ماب Arc map
Authors: رمضان علي عادل
Published: May 2024

كثيرا ما يحتاج مستخدمي نظم المعلومات الجغرافية لتحليل ومعالجة البيانات المكانية  للكثير من المهام المتكررة وتحليل البيانات الضخمة، والتي تستغرق وقتا وجهدا كبيرين، غير أن استخدام لغة البايثون يجعل من إتمام مثل هذه المهام أمرا سهلا يوفر وقتا وجهدا كبيرين، لذلك دمج هذه لغة في بيئة نظم المعلومات الجغرافية وخصوصا ضمن بيئة  Arc mapأتاح الكثير من الخيرات التي تساعد الباحث في تحليل مختلف البيانات المكانية في نسق رياضي شمولي يغطي ألاف المتغيرات وفي مختلف البيئات. حاولت هذه الدراسة تسليط الضوء على جزء يسير من هذه اللغة في بيئة نظم المعلومات الجغرافية والتي تتميز بغزارة التطبيقات في مختلف فروع الجغرافيا التطبيقية، حيث توصلت الدراسة لمجموعة من النتائج أهمها: أن البايثون لغة برمجة ذات مرونة عالية وتستخدم في مجالات عديدة، وكان لنظم المعلومات الجغرافية تطبيقات متعددة لهذه اللغة خاصة في بيئة الارك ماب وتحديدا في تحليل ومعالجة البيانات المكانية وعرض الأشكال والخرائط وإيجاد العلاقات المشتركة بين مئات متغيرات. بشكل عام أن دمج لغة البرمجة في نظم المعلومات الجغرافية أدى إلى تسريع وتيرة  تحليل البيانات الضخمة بشكل أسهل وابسط وأكثر مرونة من الطرق التقليدية والتي تتبع الكثير من المراحل للوصول للهدف.
تأثير تحسين التدريب الموجه على فاعلية أداء الهجوم المنظم لناشئي كرة القدم في مدينة بنغازي
Authors: عبدالجليل الغزالي الشريف , فرج محمد مصطفى , المهدي مراجع محمد
Published: May 2024

يهدف هذا البحث إلى بناء وتقنين برنامج تدريبي بهدف تحسين ناشيئ كرة القدم في بنغازي. بناء تدريبات موقفية للهجوم المنظم بشكل فردي وزوجي وجماعي وفريقي. استخدم الباحثان منهجين احدهما في تحليل وجمع بيانات الدراسة والآخر لتطبيق البرنامج التدريبي وهما: المنهج الوصفي بالأسلوب المسحي عن طريق الملاحظة العلمية لاستخراج حالات الهجوم المنظم. اشتملت عينة البحث على 30 لاعب يمثلون ناشىء نادي النصر ونادى النجمة بــنغازي الناشئين المشاركين في بطولة الدوري للقطاعات للموسم الرياضي 2012/2013م. حيث اجريت الدراسة الاستطلاعية على 15 ناشىء يمثلون نادى النجمة. فى حين اجريت الدراسة الاساسية على 30 ناشىء يمثلون نادى النصر ببنغازى. اثر البرنامج تأثيراً ايجابياً على تحسين نسبة تكرار الهجوم المنظم الجماعي بعد تطبيق البرنامج التدريبي. أظهرت النتائج التأثير الايجابي الكبير للاداءات المهارية الموجهة على فاعلية الهجوم الجماعي والزوجي من حيث نسبة أداء وتكرار الهجوم بأنواعه.
НА ПЕРЕТИНІ ЗНАНЬ: XVI МІЖНАРОДНА КОНФЕРЕНЦІЯ З МАТЕМАТИЧНОЇ, ПРИРОДНИЧО-НАУКОВОЇ ТА ТЕХНОЛОГІЧНОЇ ОСВІТИ
Authors: Semerikov Serhiy , Vakaliuk Tetiana , Mintii Iryna , Oleksiuk Vasyl
Published: May 2024

Наведено відомості про XVІ Міжнародну конференцію з математичної, природничо-наукової та технологічної освіти (ICon-MaSTEd 2024), яка відбулася в Криворізькому державному педагогічному університеті з 15 по 17 травня 2024 року. Висвітлено ключові тематичні напрями роботи конференції, в якій взяли участь понад 130 учасників із 7 країн світу. На секціях представлено доповіді, зміст яких зосереджено на інноваційних методах і технологіях навчання у галузі комп'ютерних наук, вдосконаленні викладання та вивчення математики і фізики на різних рівнях освіти, вирішенні проблем природничих наукових дисциплін та їх інтеграцію в освіті. Розкрито діяльність програмного комітету, до складу якого увійшли 58 науковців із 10 країн. Особливо заслуговує на увагу організаційне забезпечення проведення конференції, що здійснено за участі розробників Morressier, які надали можливість використовувати ресурси цієї всеосяжної системи управління конференціями.
Validation of adherence prediction system for lifestyle interventions in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease
Authors: Chisthi Meer M
Published: May 2024

This editorial delves into the research article by Zeng et al published in the latest issue of World Journal of Gastroenterology . The manuscript contributes significantly to addressing the global health issue of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) by introducing and validating the Exercise and Diet Adherence Scale (EDAS). The article effectively conveys the importance of the study, highlighting the prevalence of NAFLD, the lack of approved drugs for its treatment, and the crucial role of lifestyle correction. The use of the Delphi method for scale deve-lopment and the subsequent evaluation of its reliability add scientific rigor to the methodology. The results demonstrate that the scale is correlated with key lifestyle indicators, which makes it a promising tool for assessing patient adherence to interventions. The identification of specific score thresholds for predicting adherence to daily calorie intake and exercise adds practical value to the scale. The differentiation among scores indicative of good, average, and poor adherence enhances its clinical applicability. In conclusion, the manuscript introduces EDAS, a valuable instrument that can contribute substantially to the field of NAFLD research and clinical practice.
The Impact of Capital Structure on Performance in SMEs: The Saudi Parallel Financial Market
Authors: Al-Shehab Qusai , Al-Omran Abdul Aziz
Published: May 2024

This study aims to analyse the effect of corporate capital structure on the financial performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Despite the importance of SMEs for economic growth and technology advancements and the vital role of capital structure on financial performance, there is a scarcity of studies that investigate SMEs. This study focuses on SMEs that were listed in the Saudi Parallel Market (Nomu) for the period of 2017–2022. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first study that examines this relationship for Saudi SMEs. Our research utilises secondary data and employs descriptive statistics and Pooled OLS regression analyses. This study finds that the firm’s capital structure impacts its financial performance. In particular, we find that there is a positive significant relationship between total debt and return on equity. However, when we distinguish between long-term and short-term debt, we find that positive effect is mainly attributed to long-term rather than short-term debt. This study employs several robust tests. Based on the findings of this study, the authors provide several practical recommendations for corporate boards, executives, decision-makers, and regulators whose interest is the growth and sustainable performance of SMEs.
KEYWORDS
corporate finance, financial performance, leverage, Nomu exchange, Saudi firms, shareholder’s equity
Exploration of Pappaseng Values in the Millenial Generation in Sidrap Regency
Authors: Siri Hasnani , Ramli Nurleli , Sudirman Sudirman
Published: May 2024

When local wisdom is not preserved for the Millennials concerned, identity will disappear, therefore suffocating to determine the extent to which the millennial generation in Sidenreng Rappang Regency knows about the values of Nene Mallomo pappaseng. This research is qualitative with an ethnographic design. The research location focused on three Sidenreng Rappang Regency sub—districts— data collected through observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The object of the study was millennia. Object selection uses purposive techniques and snowball sampling. The results showed that the millennial generation in Sidenreng Rappang Regency knows well the values of Nene Mallomo's pappaseng, which consists of lempu  (honest), acca  (bright), warani  (brave), and getteng (opinionated). Parents, family, teachers, and the community around their home are essential in socializing these values to millennials. The school is one of the media that emphasizes their knowledge about the values of Nene Mallomo's pappaseng because it is integrated into the subject matter of local content. The condition suggests that the preservation of local wisdom needs to be strengthened in the surrounding environment so that foreign cultures do not corrupt the identity of a region.
Enhancement of Madrasah Students' Literacy through AKMI Program Integrated in Educational Curriculum
Authors: Novebri Novebri , Samosir Hottua
Published: May 2024

Curriculum refers to a comprehensive compilation of scientific disciplines studied systematically in an educational institution, which impacts increasing student proficiency. The Indonesian Madrasah Competency Assessment (AKMI) was introduced by the Indonesian Ministry of Religion in 2021 to evaluate educational progress and student achievement in the curriculum. AKMI can be included in every subject taught at school. This research aims to analyze the increase in literacy of madrasah students through the integrated AKMI program in the education curriculum. The research method used is survey research. Data was collected from an online assessment held by AKMI organizers at the 2022 national seminar of the KSKK Directorate of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Indonesia. The survey instrument used was AKMI questions, validated and proven reliable, with quantitative data analysis techniques using a descriptive approach. The research results show that AKMI is a tool for madrasa teachers to evaluate students' skills in achieving the goals outlined in the curriculum. By utilizing these results, teachers can identify areas that need improvement and implement strategies to improve learning outcomes. Then, integrate learning outcomes (CP) in the curriculum with competency achievements (CK) at AKMI during the learning process at MI, MTs, and MA-level madrasas. AKMI is not a curriculum but can be integrated into the curriculum.
Penerapan cognitive behavior therapy untuk mengatasi gangguan cemas menyeluruh
Authors: Fadillah Atina Okta , Pranungsari Dessy
Published: May 2024

Gangguan cemas menyeluruh adalah kecemasan secara menyeluruh dan menetap serta tidak berbatas pada situasi tertentu saja. Individu yang mengalami gangguan cemas menyeluruh tentunya akan memiliki hambatan dalam beraktivitas sehari–hari. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui keberhasilan penerapan CBT (cognitive behavior therapy) pada individu yang mengalami gangguan cemas menyeluruh. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain eksperimen single case pre test–post test. Subjek penelitian ini adalah seorang perempuan yang mengalami gangguan cemas menyeluruh. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan metode observasi, wawancara, dan alat tes psikologi. Pengukuran gangguan cemas menyeluruh menggunakan GAD-7. Intervensi pada penelitian ini adalah CBT dengan teknik mind over mood. Intervensi diberikan sebanyak 5 kali pertemuan. Terdapat penurunan skor GAD-7 pada subjek setelah dilakukan CBT. Sebelum diberikan CBT skor GAD-7 sebesar 14 (sedang) dan setelah diberikan CBT skor GAD-7 subjek turun menjadi 2 (normal). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa CBT mampu untuk mengatasi gangguan cemas menyeluruh yang dialami.
Access to Land: Effects on Housing Affordability in Abuja, Nigeria
Authors: Dauda Saliman
Published: May 2024

The study attempted examination of the effects of access to land on housing affordability in Abuja, Nigeria. Sample population for the study was made up of 5,502 houses selected by purposive sampling techniques in the Six Area Councils in Abuja. The research adopted the 30% Bench Mark using Simple Housing Cost to Income Ratio, for measuring housing affordability status of residents. The 30% Benchmark is widely acceptable due to its simplicity, reliability, time and its effectiveness across markets. (Christopher et al;(2018), Desmond. M (2016). Hulchanski J.D(1995), Joint Center for Housing Studies of Havard University State of Nation’s Housing (2017). Results of analysis indicates that the resident’s median household income is between ₦300,000 to ₦1 million naira only. It was also observed, that there existed a gradual reduction in Median House price, Median Rent and Median Land Price with decrease in the location of Settlements, from the Abuja Central Business District. Therefore, the research revealed, that Median House price, Median Rent and Median land price is far above the acceptable 30% Bench mark for measurement of housing affordability Condition. Expressively, the research observed that Abuja Residents are experiencing worsening housing affordability condition. Access to land was further examined in relation to other identified factors that affects housing affordability, using Likert Scale. The Study thus concluded that, the most important factor that affects housing affordability in Abuja is access to Land. This factor is rated highest (Mean = 5.83, Standard deviation=1.33).
Assessment of Servqual Approach in The Management of Leasehold Properties of N.R.C in South-West, Nigeria
Authors: Agbaji Innocent Ikechukwu , Egolum C.C
Published: May 2024

A major gap exists between users (occupants’) expectations on the real estate services promised and the actual real estate services that is provided to the occupiers. Examining the impact this gap has on the perception of users (occupants) of the real estate services cannot be over-emphasized. It is observed that most staff of public real estate organization do not understand the content of service quality (SERVQUAL). This research examined SERVQUAL approach in the management of leasehold properties of Nigeria Railway Corporation (N.R.C) by Railway Property Management Company Limited (R.P.M.C.L) in South-West, Nigeria. The study adopts stratified random sampling technique that accommodates every segment of the population. Data for the study were obtained from the users of leasehold properties of Nigerian Railway Corporation in the study area through the use of structured questionnaire, and were analyzed using tables, percentage and descriptive summary. The study revealed the absence of e-channel for communication between users (occupants) of N.R.C leasehold properties and management of R.P.M.C.L in the study area, no service quality office and inadequate RPMCL offices in the study area. The study recommends creation of e-communication channels in the study area, increase in skilled man-power, creation of more offices and equipping staff of Railway Property Management Company Limited with the knowledge of service quality (SERVQUAL) instrument.
Overview of The Troponymy and the Way to Research in Vietnamese
Authors: Lam Pham Van , Diep Nguyen Bich
Published: May 2024

The troponymy is one of the important semantic relations of the Vietnamese verb lexical system. In addition to briefly introducing the concept of the troponymy in the Vietnamese verb system, the connstructure of the tropponym, the article focuses on an overview of research on the issue from different approaches. Specifically, the researched areas related to the troponymy in Vietnamese linguistics such as grammar, pragmatics, semantics… are also emphasized and clarified to help the readers can have an overall view of the research history of the troponymy in Vietnamese.
Improving the Stability of Ink-Jet Printed Red QLEDs By Optimizing The Device Fabrication Process
Authors: Diker Halide , Sevim Unluturk Secil , Ozcelik Serdar , Varlikli Canan
Published: May 2024

Red-light emitting Cadmium Sulfide0.8 Selenide0.2 /Zinc Sulfide (CdS0.8Se0.2/ZnS) based quantum dots (QDs) were synthesized by hot injection method and utilized as the emissive layer in the quantum dot light emitting diode (QLED) with the device structure of Indium Tin Oxide/Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene): Polystyrene Sulfonate /Polyvinylcarbazole(or Poly(N,N′-bis-4-butylphenyl-N,N′-bisphenyl)benzidin)/QD/ZincOxide/LithiumFluoride/ Aluminum [ITO/ PEDOT: PSS/PVK(or p-TPD)/QD/ZnO/LiF/Al]. QD inks were formulated and prepared in octane: decane; (1/1, v/v) solvent system and mixed with the nonionic surfactant, TritonX-100, to make the QD inks inkjet printable. In addition to the inkjet printing technique, spin coating was also employed to form the QD emissive layer for comparing device performance. Compared to the p-TPD-based QLED device, the PVK-based device fabricated via spin coating exhibited ~6-fold higher performance in terms of luminance and efficiency values. In the case of using the ink-jet printer, ~2-fold higher maximum luminance value and slightly lower external quantum efficiency at the lower current density region were obtained in the p-TPD-based device. Furthermore, compared to the PVK layer, the p-TPD layer provided higher device stability regardless of the coating method at the higher current density regions. We suggest that the coating method applied and the choice of hole transport layer (HTL) materials may control the device parameters.
Aşıklı Höyük’ün Çocukları
Authors: Özbaşaran Mihriban , Yelözer Sera , Kayacan Nurcan , Duru Güneş
Published: May 2024

İnsan yaşamında bilişsel ve teknolojik gelişimin en önemli aşaması, çocukluk dönemidir. Buna karşın tarih öncesi toplulukların dünyasında çocuklar, genelde ihmal edilen bir alan olmuştur. Bu konuda araştırma azlığının nedeni, çalışmaların genellikle tarih öncesi toplulukların sosyo-ekonomik dünyalarını meydana getiren temel aktiviteler olan tarım, hayvancılık, avcılık-toplayıcılık ve çeşitli zanaatlar gibi çoğunlukla fiziksel güç ve bilişsel beceri gerektiren konulara odaklanmış olmasıdır. Bu nedenle, çoğu zaman arkeologlar için, örneğin Neolitik bir köy, besin üretimi ile meşgul olan yetişkin bireylerle özdeştir. Çocuklar ise üretim faaliyetlerinin aktif bir parçası olmaya başladıkları belirli bir yaşa gelene dek toplumun en pasif halkası olarak görülürler. Ancak, etnografik ve arkeolojik çalışmalar, yetişkin bireylerin gündelik sorumluluklara ve zanaatlara ilişkin bilgi ve becerilerinin gelişimi, bireyin seçeceği uzmanlık, topluluk içindeki kimlik ve rollerinin çocukluk döneminde oluşmaya başladığını göstermektedir. Bu nedenle tarih öncesi bir topluluğu anlamak için çocukların dünyasını anlamak en az yetişkin bireyler kadar önemlidir. Bu makale, bundan 10 bin yıl öncelerinde Aşıklı Höyük’te doğan ve ölen çocuklar üzerinedir. Bebek ve çocuklara dair iskelet verilerinin yanı sıra yontma taş (obsidiyen) işçiliği üzerine yürütülen teknolojik analizler sonucunda, çocukların da üretim süreci içerisinde yer aldıkları saptanmış ve böylelikle çocuklar, arkeolojik veriler vasıtasıyla görünür kılınmıştır. Çalışmada, son veriler ışığında, Aşıklı topluluğunun bin yıllık uzun ve kesintisiz iskân tarihinde bebeklerin ve çocukların yeri ve biyolojik ve sosyal kimlikleri ele alınmaktadır.
Knidos’un Geç Antik Dönem Kandilleri
Authors: Doksanaltı Mustafa Ertekin , Sözel Songül
Published: May 2024

Türkiye’nin en güneybatı ucunda, Tekir Burnu mevkiinde yer alan Knidos’un kandilleri her dönem ilgi çekici olmuştur. Dünyaca ünlü Knidos kandilleri, Helenistik Dönem’de Knidos’tan ihraç edilen ve Knidos tipi olarak literatüre geçen gri üretimli popüler kandillerdi. Knidos tipi kandiller, Roma Dönemi’nde de önemli bir ihracat kapasitesine ulaşmış ve Knidos kandil atölyelerinin temelini oluşturmuştur. Roma Dönemi’nde kandil üretimini zirveye taşıyan kentte seri üretim MS 3. yüzyıla kadar devam etmiştir. Yerel ihtiyaca yönelik üretimi devam eden MS 4. yüzyıl kandillerinin yanında Geç Antik Dönem’e tarihlenen kandiller de bulunmaktadır. Helenistik ve Roma dönemlerine göre daha az sayıda olan, Geç Antik Dönem kontekstlerinden ele geçen Knidos Geç Antik Dönem kandilleri çalışma konusunu oluşturmaktadır.

MS 4. yüzyıldan MS 7. yüzyıl başlarına tarihlenen örnekler arasından çalışmaya yirmi bir adet dahil edilerek dört ayrı başlık altında incelenmiştir. Knidos’un Geç Antik Dönemi’ne ait yapı, mekân ve tabakalarından ele geçen kandillerin bir kısmının Roma Dönemi’nde kullanılan kalıpların yeniden bu dönemde kullanılması ile üretilmiş kandiller oluştururken bir kısmını da Geç Antik Dönem’in karakteristik kandilleri oluşturmaktadır. Knidos’ta erken dönemlere oranla Geç Antik Dönem’e tarihlenen kandillerinin sayıca az olması kuvvetle muhtemel seri üretimin durması ve ihtiyaç doğrultusunda küçük çaplı üretimin devam etmesinden kaynaklı olmalıdır. Kandillerin bulunduğu yapıların mimarisi ve buluntularıyla birlikte değerlendirildiğinde Geç Antik Dönem kontekstini net olarak görmekteyiz. İncelenen Knidos Geç Antik Dönem kandilleri, Doğu Akdeniz’deki yerleşimlerden, Batı Anadolu’daki merkezlerden ve Ege dünyasındaki kentlerden ele geçen kandil örnekleri ile benzerlik göstermektedir. Ayrıca bu merkezlerle etkileşim içinde olunduğunu kanıtlamaktadır.
Yeni Kazılar Işığında Anemurium B I 16 Nolu Tonozlu Mezar
Authors: Tekocak Mehmet , Aldemir Cihangir
Published: May 2024

Anemurium, Antik Çağ’da Kilikya Bölgesi’nin batısındaki önemli liman kentlerinden biridir. Antik yerleşime ait kalıntılar, günümüzde Mersin ili, Anamur ilçesi, Ören Mahallesi sınırları içerisinde yer almaktadır. Gerek tarihî kaynaklar gerekse modern araştırmalar Anemurium’un, Roma Çağı boyunca hem Kilikya Bölgesi hem de Anadolu için stratejik bir öneme sahip olduğunu ortaya koymaktadır. Kentte ilk kazı ve araştırmalar 1962 yılında başlamış, 1987 yılına kadar da kısa süreli ve aralıklarla devam ettirilmiştir. 1987 yılından 2016 yılına kadar herhangi bir bilimsel arkeolojik kazı, araştırma ve restorasyon çalışması yapılmamıştır. Aradan geçen bu uzun süreçten sonra tarafımızca 2016 yılında kentte yeniden çalışmalara başlanmıştır.

Anemurium Antik Kenti’nden günümüze ulaşabilmiş önemli kalıntıların başında hiç şüphesiz Nekropol alanındaki sayısız mezar örnekleri gelmektedir. Anemurium Nekropolü, Anadolu’daki Roma mezarlıkları içerisinde en iyi korunmuş mezar örneklerini bünyesinde barındırmaktadır. Özellikle MS 2.-3. yüzyıllardaki yoğun imar faaliyetleri esnasında farklı ölçü ve tiplerde yaklaşık 350’ye yakın mezar inşa edilmiştir. Bu mezarlar içerisinde B I 16 Nolu Tonozlu Mezar, diğer örneklere nazaran ayrı bir yere ve öneme sahiptir. Söz konusu mezar hem birden fazla inşa aşamasına dair kanıtlar sunması bakımından hem de içerisinde bulunan fresk ve mozaik gibi süslemeleriyle inşa edildiği dönemin inancı hakkında oldukça kıymetli bilgiler sunmaktadır. Özellikle mezarın içerisindeki tanrılar ve mevsim kişileştirmelerini (personifikasyonları) gösteren fresklerin yanında, seküler yaşamı ve dünyevi kutlamaları yansıtan fresklerin resmedildiği görülmüştür. Bununla birlikte mezarda, ritüellerin aile içinde gerçekleştirildiği ve buna yönelik mimari eklentilerin yapıldığına dair ipuçlarını da bulabilmek mümkündür.
The Degree Of Possessing And Practicing The Computer Competencies By Mathematics Teachers At The Iraqi Universities
Authors: Alfayadh R.G.H.
Published: May 2024

The book presents the results of the author’s master’s thesis. The research conducted in this work aims to assess the level of computer skills proficiency among mathematics teachers in colleges of education at Iraqi universities, as well as to determine the relationship between proficiency and practice. For this purpose, a descriptive method was chosen, and all mathematics teachers in colleges of education at Iraqi universities were included in the study. A questionnaire was developed, including an assessment of general computer competencies, the use of the internet in teaching mathematics, and the use of computer software in teaching mathematics. The results showed good computer skills proficiency and moderate practice, as well as a significant positive correlation between proficiency and practice. Based on these results, recommendations were made.
Penyebab Anak Stunting : Perspektif Ibu di Desa Margamukti
Authors: Isneniah Dwi , Putri Anggi Egliana , Maula Atifatul
Published: May 2024

Ada banyak faktor yang mempengaruhi stunting. Stunting disebabkan karena asupan gizi tidak adekuat serta infeksi berulang seperti penyakit kronis yang berlangsung pada masa emas pertumbuhan anak (Pusat Data dan Informasi Kementerian Kesehatan RI, 2020). Selain penyebab di atas, faktor internal dalam pengasuhan anak sangat berpengaruh terhadap stunting. Dalam hal ini ibu sangat berpengaruh terhadap pola asuh anak sebesar 80,84%. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan fenomenologi. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui penyebab stunting berdasarkan persepsi ibu. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di Kabupaten Sumedang. Informan yang terlibat adalah 6 orang ibu yang memiliki anak stunting dan risiko stunting berusia 14 bulan sampai 47 bulan. Penelitian ini menghasilkan tema penyebab anak stunting dalam prespektif dalam 5 kategori yaitu keturunan, anak sulit makan dan pemilih makanan, riwayat penyakit, asi eksklusif, dan kurang gizi saat hamil. Sebagian besar ibu menyatakan bahwa penyebab anaknya stunting adalah keturunan, padahal keturunan bukanlah faktor utama penyebab stunting. Dengan demikian, perlu adanya pemberian promosi kesehatan di masyarakat terutama ibu agar derajat kesehatan keluarga meningkat. Kata Kunci : Stunting; Anak; Faktor – Faktor; Persepsi Ibu; Sumedang.
HUBUNGAN STRATEGI KOPING DENGAN TINGKAT STRES PADA MAHASISWA PROGRAM STUDI KEPERAWATAN SELAMA PEMBELAJARAN BLENDED LEARNING DIMASA PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Asiah Asiah , Melani Fitri Puji , Aeni Heni Fa'riatul , Hikhmat Rokhmatul , Muslimin Muslimin
Published: May 2024

Di masa COVID-19 penyakit mematikan yang menginfeksi sistem pernafasan dan dapat menular dengan cepat, ditetapkannya pembelajaran blended learning (pembelajaran campuran) di perguruan tinggi saat ini. Stres merupakan reaksi tubuh terhadap tuntutan kehidupan karena pengaruh lingkungan. Maka dari itu dilakukannya strategi koping untuk mengetahui tingkat Stres dan dapat menurunkan tingkat stres pada mahasiswa. Strategi koping merupakan proses yang dilalui individu saat berusaha untuk mengelola tuntutan yang mendatangkan tekanan. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengidentifikasi strategi koping terhadap Stres, untuk mengetahui tingkat Stres dan mencari hubungan strategi koping dengan tingkat Stres pada mahasiswa program studi S1 Keperawatan. Desain penelitian analitis deskriptif dengan pendekatan cross sectional. Populasi seluruh mahasiswa program studi S1 Keperawatan 251 mahasiswa dengan teknik proporsional random sampling sebanyak 70 mahasiswa dengan menggunakan Rumus Taro Yamane. Instrumen berupa lembar angket, untuk mengukur strategi koping (ACOPE) dan tingkat Stres (DASS-21). Analitis secara statistik menggunakan uji chis-square test. Hasil penelitian dengan hasil uji statistik chis-square diperoleh P value (0,000) < = 0,05 (lebih kecil dari pada 0.05). hal itu menunjukan bahwa H0 (Hipotesis Nol) ditolak dan Ha (Hipotesis Alternatif) diterima.Berdasarkan hasil penelitian tersebut maka disimpulkan adanya hubungan antara strategi koping dengan tingkat Stres pada mahasiswa program studi S1 Keperawatan STIKES Cirebon selama pembelajaran blended learning di masa pandemik COVID-19 tahun 2022.Kata Kunci: Strategi Koping; Tingkat Stres; COVID-19
Visualizing North Africa in Barkentin & Krall’s monument to James Augustus Grant
Authors: Hewitson Madeline
Published: May 2024

This article correlates James Augustus Grant’s (1827–92) career as an explorer and botanist with the imagery in his memorial in the crypt of St Paul’s. It highlights the fact that Barkentin & Krall’s depiction of the Nile marks a shift in iconography away from pyramids and sphinxes that coincided with Britain’s territorial expansion in Egypt and Sudan and an associated rise in tourism and travel to the region. It also demonstrates how this particular landscape prioritizes Grant’s botanical discoveries over his military career. The article thus usefully expands notions of empire in the St Paul’s pantheon to include scientific discovery and exploration as well as emphasizing the importance of botanical life in sculpture studies.
Monuments to ‘settlement’: Australia in St Paul’s Cathedral, 1888–1913
Authors: Nichols Kate
Published: May 2024

This article conceptualizes the relatively small and visually modest presence of Australia in St Paul’s as monuments to British ‘settlement’, rather than invasion. It examines three plaques to politicians and colonial Governors General, and the presence of Australia in the larger-scale memorial to the South African War (1899–1901). I argue that these monuments naturalized the idea of Australia as a place of peaceful White settlement, contributed to the formation of global White settler identities, and relocated violence and warfare primarily to the African continent. I employ Goenpul woman and feminist scholar Aileen Moreton-Robinson’s notion of ‘white possessive logics’ to explore how these monuments work to legitimize Indigenous dispossession in the heart of the British metropole.
STRUCTURAL PARAMETERS AND COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF THE PERFORMANCE OF FOUR BEETLE ELYTRON PLATE WALLS
Authors: Li Yinsheng , Hu Liping , Chen Jinxiang , Sheng Canjun
Published: May 2024

This article presents the characteristics of four straw-filled beetle elytron plate (BEPsc) nonload-bearing walls, with their thermal and mechanical properties ascertained by the finite element method, focusing on structural parameters reported in previous studies and further optimized in this paper. The results are as follows: 1) The sequence of the four models’ mechanical and thermal insulation properties with the reported structural parameters is given. The mechanical properties are mainly affected by the core layer’s out-of-plane bending moment of inertia Ix. The insulation capability is mainly governed by the minimum cross section of the core concrete. Based on this result, a BEP with nonuniform cross-sectional honeycomb walls is proposed. 2) Further optimization is conducted on the two models with the weakest mechanical and thermal properties. The I-beam beetle elytron plate (IBEPsc) is proven most suitable for nonload-bearing walls. The potential for end-trabecular beetle elytron plate (EBEPsc) in hollow floors is expected. 3) As biomimetic models emerge constantly, it is of great significance to conduct parallel comparisons between new and old models to determine their performance levels and advantages. This paper provides an example for selecting suitable BEPs for applications and an inspiration for more work on screening outstanding biomimetic models.
First Extragalactic Detection of Thermal Hydroxyl (OH) 18 cm Emission in M31 Reveals Abundant CO-faint Molecular Gas
Authors: Busch Michael P.
Published: May 2024

The most abundant interstellar molecule, molecular hydrogen (H2), is practically invisible in cold molecular clouds. Astronomers typically use carbon monoxide (CO) to trace the bulk distribution and mass of H2 in our galaxy and many others. CO observations alone fail to trace a significant component of molecular gas known as “CO-dark” molecular gas, which can be probed with molecules such as OH and CH. We present an extremely sensitive pilot search for the 18 cm hydroxyl (OH) lines in the Andromeda galaxy (M31) with the 100 m Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope. We successfully detected the 1665 and 1667 MHz OH lines in faint emission. The 1665/1667 MHz line ratio displays the characteristic 5:9 ratio predicted under conditions of local thermodynamic equilibrium. To our knowledge, this is the first detection of nonmaser 18 cm OH emission in another galaxy. We compare our OH and H i observations with archival CO (1–0) observations. Our OH detection position overlaps with the previously discovered Arp Outer Arm in CO. Our best estimates show that the amount of H2 traced by OH is 100%–140% higher than the amount traced by CO in this sight line. The amount of dark molecular gas implied by dust data supports this conclusion. We conclude that the 18 cm OH lines hold promise as a valuable tool for mapping of the “CO-dark” and “CO-faint” molecular gas phase in nearby galaxies, especially with upcoming multibeam, phased-array feed receivers on radio telescopes, which will allow for drastically improved mapping speeds of faint signals.