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SELECTION AND DEVELOPMENT OF A MANAGEMENT MODEL BASED ON COMPARATIVE CHARACTERISTICS OF NATIONAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
Authors: Мохи Э.Х. , Яшин С.Н.
Published: August 2024

Целью данной статьи является разработка модели управления, сформированной на основе сравнительного анализа американской, азиатской, европейской и российской национальных моделей менеджмента. Актуальность поставленной цели исследования обусловлена тем, что для российской управленческой практики характерными являются реализация продукции низкого качества, использование инструментов агрессивного маркетинга без должного учета интересов потребителя, отсутствие продуманных систем принятия решений в области управления. Как показал анализ, российская система управления характеризуется ситуативностью и нестабильностью, что обуславливает необходимость ее совершенствования в контексте потребностей современной экономики. Результатом исследования является предложение смешанной системы менеджмента, сочетающий в себе наиболее успешные элементы американской, азиатской, европейской и российской систем. Предлагаемая авторами смешанная система управления направлена на повышение качественных, а не количественных показателей (японская модель), обеспечивать гибкость и динамичность (российская модель) и привлекать к руководству профессионалов (европейская модель). Смешанная модель менеджмента представляется идеальной, так как она учитывает положительные аспекты различных национальных систем, исключая их недостатки. Такая модель наиболее соответствует современным требованиям государства и общества, сочетая в себе лучшие управленческие практики.

The purpose of this article is to develop a management model based on a comparative analysis of American, Asian, European and Russian national management models. The relevance of the research goal is due to the fact that Russian management practice is characterized by the sale of low-quality products, the use of aggressive marketing tools without due consideration of consumer interests, and the lack of well-thought-out decision-making systems in the field of management. As the analysis showed, the Russian management system is characterized by situationality and instability, which necessitates its improvement in the context of the needs of the modern economy. The result of the research is the proposal of a mixed management system that combines the most successful elements of the American, Asian, European and Russian systems. The mixed management system proposed by the authors is aimed at improving qualitative rather than quantitative indicators (the Japanese model), providing flexibility and dynamism (the Russian model) and attracting professionals to the leadership (the European model). The mixed management model seems to be ideal, as it takes into account the positive aspects of various national systems, excluding their disadvantages. This model best meets the modern requirements of the state and society, combining the best management practices.
Результати вивчення особистісної спрямованості як ресурсу життєстійкості людини в умовах війни
Authors: Хохліна О. П. , Горбенко С. Л. , Чорна К. О.
Published: August 2024

Психологічна допомога людині в екстремальних умовах передбачає посилення її життєстійкості з урахуванням внутрішньої детермінації цього явища.  У статті представлено результати теоретико-емпіричного дослідження особистісної спрямованості як можливого ресурсу життєстійкості людини в умовах війни війни.Методологічною основою дослідження слугували системно-структурний та особитісний підходи; методичним інструментарієм  - методи аналізу наукових джерел, тестування з використанням стандартизованих психологічних методик вивчення життєстійкості та особистісної спрямованості, методи якісної та кількісної обробки емпіричних даних. Дослідною роботою були охоплені студенти ВНЗ, більшість з яких є вимушено переміщеними особами під час війни. У результаті проведеного емпіричного дослідження отримано дані щодо рівня загальної та професійної життєстійкості студентів, особливостей їхньої загальної спрямованості  та життєвих цінностей, дані про наявність виразного зв'язку між життєстійкістю та певними цінностями й сферами їх реалізації. Це ж стало  підставою для висновку про можливість розгляду зазначених компонентів особистісної спрямованості, які визначають її (як і особистості загалом) змістове наповнення та складають суть смислу життя, як ресурсу здатності долати стресові ситуації, протистояти негативним психологічним впливам, повертатися до нормального життя й  підтримувати нормальне функціонування. Виходячи зі здобутих результатів, підведення молоді до вибору виявлених цінностей і сфер реалізації сприятиме  посиленню їхньої життєстійкості. Отримані результати уможливлюють конкретизувати змістові лінії та засоби надання психологічної допомоги молоді під час війни. Все це має наукову новизну, теоретичне та практичне значення. Перспективи дослідження вбачаються в охопленні ним осіб інших категорій; вивченні наявності та характеру зв’язку життєстійкості з іншими складовими особистісної спрямованості; розробці психотехнології розвитку життєстійкості осіб засобами роботи зі смислом життя та ін.
Risk Factors Association of Soil-transmitted Helminth Infections Among Primary School Children in Kano, northern Nigeria
Authors: Rabia Adamu , Aziz Nor Azwady Bin Abd , Mustafa Muskhazli , Shohaimi Shamarina
Published: August 2024

Soil-transmitted helminths (STHs) are nematode species transmitted through soil contamination, primarily by eggs found in human faeces. This study investigates STH infection prevalence and associated risk factors among children attending early child centres (ECC) and primary schools in Tamburawa, Dawakin Kudu local government area, Kano State, Nigeria. A total of 560 primary school children (PSC), aged between five and sixteen, were recruited from seven selected primary schools (PS) for faecal sample collection and subsequent analysis. The formol-ether sedimentation technique used to detect the presence of STH eggs or larvae, and IBM SPSS Statistics version 26 used to analyze the results. Among the screened PSC, 357 (63.8%) were male, and 203 (36.2%) were female, while 60.4% (338 individuals) tested positive for STH infection, with 9.8% (52 individuals) exhibiting mixed infections. Notably, hookworm (35.2%), Ascaris lumbricoides (19.5%), and Trichuris trichiura (5.7%) emerged as the predominant STH species (5.7%). Gender-specific prevalence indicated a higher rate among females (32.3%) than males (28.1%). Analysis of potential risk factors revealed significant associations. Children residing in households with four or more members had a higher risk of STH infection (OR = 2.938, 95% CI: 0.195–0.578), Children who used pit latrines had a twofold increased risk of contracting STH (OR = 2.059, 95% CI: 1.682–34.712, p = 0.001). The findings of this study underscore the importance of targeted public health interventions, routine deworming initiatives, provision of potable water, and promotion of personal hygiene practices, particularly among school-aged children.
Bioremediation of Abattoir Effluent: Implication for Bioproduct Synthesis
Authors: Terna Ayisa Timothy , Legbo Muhammad Isah , Abdullahi Mohammed , Gogo Muhammad Ramatu , Ndejiko Mohammed Jibrin
Published: August 2024

Globally, Abattoirs produce a considerable amount of byproducts from animals. Although these byproducts are a valuable source of industrial proteins which could be used for a variety of value-added applications, they are currently either underutilized in high-value applications or used in the production of relatively low-value products such as pet food and animal feed . In addition, some byproducts of animal slaughter do not fit in the food and feed chains, thus making their disposal in the environmental a major concern. Waste processing is revolutionized, thus, use of Abattoir waste can be incorporated into the industrial processes with the aim of producing value-added bio-based products such as biogas, biofertilizers, biosurfactants, bioethanol, enzymes and single cell proteins, to name a few. Energy transition through waste to energy pathways leading to biogas production and electricity will help mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. Furthermore, byproducts from abattoir effluents could be used to make high-value items such as animal feed, glue, and fertilizers. The current study evaluated biodegradation of abattoir waste for value added product production under related critical topics such as abattoir waste composition, abattoir waste treatment, and strategies involved with an emphasis on bioremediation/biodegradation and biodegradation's implications for bioproduct formation. The study infers that a sustainable transition of energy and a cleaner environment lies in conversion of Abattoirs waste to wealth.
Physicochemical Differentiation of Lard and Fats of Beef and Chicken
Authors: Abbasiliasi Sahar , Azir Marliana , Tan Joo Shun , Ibrahim Tengku Azmi , Sazili Awis qurni , Mustafa Shuhaimi
Published: August 2024

This study differentiates, based on their physicochemical properties, the fats of pork, beef and chicken. Fats from the three animal species were extracted and assessed for their iodine, peroxide and acid values and moisture/volatile matter contents. Triacylglycerol (TAG) and fatty acid compositions of the oils were determined, and their structural and thermal properties analysed. Results showed that chicken fat had higher iodine value compared to that of lard and beef fat indicating that avian fat has more double bonds and less oxidative stability. There was no significant difference (P>0.05) between the acid values of lard and beef fat. Similarly, there was no significant differences (P>0.05) either in the moisture/volatile matter content of lard, and fats of beef and chicken. Highest unsaturated fatty acids were present in chicken fat (68%) followed by lard (55.06%) and beef fat (46.86%). Chicken fat has the lowest cooling and melting temperatures (~ -38 oC and ~ -27 oC, respectively). Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrum of beef fat could be differentiated from that of lard and chicken fat in existing peak at frequency ~1127 cm−1. Highest total saturated TAG and fatty acids were observed in beef fat (~84% and ~ 53%) while chicken fat showed the highest total unsaturated TAGs and fatty acids (~81% and ~68%). Results from this study could serve as a basis for authenticity determination of food products and quantification of adulteration.
THE STRUCTURE OF THE COMMUNITY AND THE DIVERSITY OF PLANKTON TYPES FOUND IN THE CURUG GUMAWANG AREA, PADARINCANG DISTRICT, SERANG-BANTEN DISTRICT
Authors: Hermawan Hermawan
Published: August 2024

The research was conducted to determine the community structure and diversity of plankton types in Gumawang Waterfall, Padarincang Village, Padarincang District, Serang-Banten Regency. This research was carried out in February 2024 for 1 month. This research was carried out on 4 plankton samples, with results obtained from 12 types of plankton species. The plankton that dominates or is often found at these 4 points is the Achnanthes sp type with a number of around 170 species. The results of calculations using the Species Diversity Index obtained a result of 2.176744285, this shows that the diversity of plankton species found in Gumawang Waterfall, Padarincang Village, Padarincang District, Serang-Banten Regency is in the "Medium" range in accordance with the results of the species diversity index calculation.
DEVELOPING L2 WRITING PROFICIENCY: FROM SENTENCE-LEVEL TO DISCOURSE-LEVEL
Authors: Syifauddin Muhammad , Sopari Sopari
Published: August 2024

Kemahiran menulis dalam bahasa kedua (L2) merupakan keterampilan yang penting namun penuh tantangan, terutama bagi pelajar yang memiliki latar belakang literasi yang beragam. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis strategi-strategi yang efektif dalam pengembangan kemahiran menulis L2 dari tingkat kalimat ke tingkat wacana, dengan fokus pada integrasi umpan balik kontekstual, kolaborasi antara teman sebaya, dan teknologi berbasis AI. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode tinjauan literatur komprehensif yang mencakup analisis studi empiris serta pendekatan pedagogis yang ada. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan umpan balik terstruktur dan alat bantu AI dapat secara signifikan meningkatkan motivasi dan keterampilan menulis pelajar L2, terutama dalam hal akurasi linguistik dan penerapan struktur retorika yang tepat. Temuan ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya pendekatan multifaset dalam pengajaran menulis yang tidak hanya mendukung keakuratan linguistik tetapi juga mendorong keterlibatan kognitif yang lebih mendalam. Integrasi teknologi dalam kerangka pengajaran tradisional membuka peluang untuk menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang lebih interaktif dan efektif, mendukung pengembangan keterampilan menulis yang berkelanjutan dan bermakna.
CONSTRUCTING A FRAMEWORK FROM QUANTITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS: ADVANTAGES, TYPES AND INNOVATIVE APPROACHES
Authors: TUMIRAN MOHD AMZARI
Published: August 2024

Constructing a framework in research is the process of organising and structuring an intricate collection of facts, variables, or concepts in a manner that enhances the interpretation, analysis, and comprehension of their interconnections. Nevertheless, the absence of explicit procedures for constructing a framework may give rise to a problem statement for the present investigation. This study aims to refine advantages, types and innovative approaches in constructing a framework from a quantitative data analysis. This study suggests four innovative approaches for constructing a framework from quantitative data analysis, namely: (a) framework development from descriptive data analysis; (b) framework development from inferential data analysis; (c) framework integration from descriptive and inferential data analysis; and (d) framework simplification of the integrated framework. The design of these processes ensures accuracy and adherence to a reasonable order. In conclusion, the development of a framework based on quantitative data analysis offers a multitude of benefits for researchers and their endeavours. To enhance the accuracy and reliability of frameworks developed from quantitative data analysis, it is advisable to investigate the capabilities of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) in future studies.
META-ANALISIS KAJIAN FALSAFAH DAN ISU SEMASA (FIS) DI INSTITUSI PENGAJIAN TINGGI MALAYSIA
Authors: SAILI JAHIDIH , MUSTAPA MASNIH , ARISHIN SITI SAIDATUL AKMAL
Published: August 2024

Kursus Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (FIS) berperanan penting dalam pembangunan modal insan yang holistik di institusi pengajian tinggi Malaysia. Kajian-kajian lepas telah meneliti pelbagai aspek pelaksanaan kursus FIS, namun terdapat jurang dalam memahami metodologi yang digunakan dan dapatan yang diperoleh secara menyeluruh. Oleh itu, kajian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis metodologi dan dapatan utama kajian-kajian lepas berkaitan FIS melalui pendekatan meta-analisis. Sebanyak 21 artikel berkaitan FIS yang diterbitkan antara tahun 2020 hingga 2023 telah dipilih melalui carian sistematik dalam pangkalan data seperti Scopus, Science Direct, ProQuest dan Google Scholar. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa pendekatan kuantitatif melalui kaedah tinjauan merupakan metodologi yang paling kerap digunakan, diikuti pendekatan kualitatif melalui analisis kandungan dan temu bual. Dalam segi dapatan pula, kajian-kajian lepas melaporkan persepsi positif pelajar terhadap kursus FIS, keberkesanan kursus dalam membentuk pemikiran kritis dan identiti moral, serta potensi pendekatan pengajaran interaktif dan berasaskan teknologi. Dapatan ini memberi implikasi penting terhadap praktis dan polisi pendidikan di Malaysia, terutamanya dalam aspek keperluan untuk memperkasakan kursus FIS, menerapkan elemen pemikiran kritis dan identiti moral merentasi kurikulum, serta menyokong pengintegrasian teknologi dalam pengajaran dan pembelajaran. Kajian ini mencadangkan penyelidikan lanjutan berkaitan impak jangka panjang kursus FIS, faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi keberkesanannya, perbandingan dengan kursus pembangunan insan yang lain, serta aplikasi teknologi baharu dalam pelaksanaan kursus ini pada masa hadapan.
PENGARUH PEMBIAYAAN PRODUK KUR SYARIAH TERHADAP PERKEMBANGAN UMKM KOTA PROBOLINGGO
Authors: Fajri Ahmad , Fama Eugene
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of KUR Syariah product financing on the development of MSMEs. The population in this study were MSMEs who were registered as customers and used financing funds. By distributing questionnaires or questionnaires to customers at the CPS Probolinggo Sharia pawn shop, there were 70 respondents. The sample from this research used random sampling and obtained a sample of 41 respondents. For data analysis, we used the SPSS version 29 program. The results of the research showed that KUR Syariah product financing had a positive effect on the development of MSMEs at the CPS Probolinggo Sharia pawnshop. Customer business development has increased both in terms of business capital, increased turnover and increased income.
The Construct of Sex Work in France: A Qualitative Analysis of the Development of a Sex Work Policy
Authors:   Swiss International Law School (SiLS), Basel, Switzerland, Theiler Eric , Vieillard Louis ,   Paris Dauphine University, Paris, France
Published: August 2024

This paper aims to shed light on the particular development of repressive policies on sex work in France. The analysis draws on two main datasets: ongoing research on humanitarian interventions and interviews with insti-tutional, mainstream feminists and other neo-abolitionist groups in Paris and Marseille. The analysis is supported by the ethnographic data emerging from interviews with street- and internet-based migrant workers and key informants, such as community health outreach workers, social workers, and immigration lawyers, in Paris. This analysis argues that the construction of prostitution as a social problem ought to be seen in light of broader political anxieties over sexist behaviour in poor neighbourhoods and immigration control.
Placing New Insight into Animal Law Development
Authors:   Northumbria Law School, Northumbria University, Newcastle, United Kingdom, Hodgson Ronald
Published: August 2024

This paper seeks to contribute to the development of animal law discussion. The article first introduces the ecology prevailing dialogue between ecology and law through introducing and compiling four groupings of work that together have produced this dialogue. It then outlines the ecological critique of orthodox legality, and the consequent assumption by ecology of the problematic of legality and social organisation. It argues that in this dialogue affective assemblage theory has developed as a pre-prepared place for the animal in the dialogue as an affective body of intensities in a complex social-ecological assemblage. At its broadest, the implication of taking up this dialogue would be to allow for animal lawyers to more knowingly place themselves in the vanguard of an emerging new relationship between humans, animals, and Earth.
Interpretation of the Spanish Constitutional Amendment Bill as a Moral Argument
Authors:   Miguel de Cervantes European University, Valladolid, Spain, Rivera Dante
Published: August 2024

In the context of the Spanish Constitutional Amendment Bill of 2005, the Socialist government of President José Luis Rodrguez Zapatero legalized same-sex marriage (SSM). The SSM bill was interpreted as a constitutional amendment. The original meaning of Art. 32.1, particularly its implied content, became, in sum, both an aid of constitu-tional moral legitimacy and an argumentative device to rebut the constitutional amendment claim made consistently by opponents of the SSM legislation. In the present analysis, it is argued that the claim of distributiveness in the original meaning was played in the legal reasoning and the legal decisions behind the implementation of the new SSM law. This incoherent distributive reading, the crux of this paper, provides insights into the theory of legal reasoning, particularly in what concerns the relation between linguistic and legal meaning. In particular, the contradictory and unfaithful approach that pro-SSM law-interpreters took to the original text demonstrates the value of linguistic meaning in legal interpretation when moral arguments alone cannot answer a legal question.
Competition in Music Rights: How Does It Work?
Authors:   Seton Hall Law School, Newark, NJ, USA, Marquez Ray M. , Byrd Leilia ,   Seton Hall Law School, Newark, NJ, USA
Published: August 2024

The current landscape of institutions and regulations for licensing music is complex and seemingly haphazard, with varying standards and institutions governing different aspects of licensing. In this paper, we review the literature discussing the tradeoffs between equitable remuneration, transaction costs, and efficiency that arise when licensing music rights to non-interactive and other radio or radio-like services. We then discuss how these pieces fit together for the types of music services that are the primary focus of our forthcoming companion paper describing a more competitive licensing alternative. We highlight some of the benefits and drawbacks with the current licensing regime and explore whether the technological innovations that have led to changes in the way that music is consumed might also allow for the licensing of music rights directly with individual rightsholders with radically lower transaction costs than has historically been pre-sumed would be necessary, and thereby potentially tilt the balance in favor of a deregulated competitive licensing framework.
A Case of Sexual Misconduct by an Ordained Chinese Buddhist Monk
Authors:   Lanzhou University Law School, Lanzhou, China, Chui Ju
Published: August 2024

Xuecheng, a prominent Buddhist institution in contemporary China, was accused of sexual misconduct by an ordained Chinese Buddhist monk in the late Qing Dynasty. This case highlights how the state and Buddhist clergy collaborated to establish a tripartite legal system with the introduction of hybrid laws and courts beginning in the fourth century to replace dichotomous lay and monastic courts and laws. The case in 2018 provides a unique opportunity to examine the extent to which theories on the state-religion relationship in late imperial times apply to contemporary China.
Implementation of CITES: A Mixed Methods Survey
Authors:   Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Regina, Canada, Penner Felix
Published: August 2024

This article focuses on Canada's implementation of and compliance with the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES). The work is a portion of the findings from a qualitative mixed methods research project that sought, in part, to contribute to remedying this lack of attention by gathering data on lessons learned in relation to CITES. First, an iterative survey unpacking the analyses of the legislative content analysis was launched. Then, in-depth interviews were conducted. The interviews further developed the best practice and/or lessons learned of the case study countries. The lessons learned from the implementation and compliance approaches of Canada and the relevant literature are presented.
Another Step towards Animal Welfare: The Dispute on the Non-human Creatures’ Dignity
Authors:   Brussels School of Governance, Brussel, Belgium, Wout Vanessa
Published: August 2024

This article aims to clarify the academic debate regarding the possible application of “dignity” to non-human animals by critically analysing the interpretation of the concept in the existing literature and legal doctrine. The central question posed is not of philosophical nature (whether animals can be considered to have dignity), but rather pragmatic: the aim of this article is to assess to what extent “animal dignity” can function as a normative principle in the development and interpretation of legislation, aligning with the growing concern for animals in society today. The article discusses the different definitions of animal dignity, contrasting its jurisprudential treatment with the more well-known animal welfare and animal rights approaches. It also identifies some traces of the notion that are found in positive law, as-sessing to which extent a shift from welfare to dignity is taking place already. The concept of animal dignity might offer a promising way out of the current stalemate between animal welfare versus animal rights and can lead the central debate in a new direction.
Environmental and Animal Welfare Legislation in the Housing Planning
Authors:   Maynooth University, Maynooth, Ireland, UK, Dinn Kian
Published: August 2024

This paper examines the intersection of animal welfare and planning legislation in terms of the production and disposal of wastewater, one aspect of commercial dog breeding. This document will explore how this issue is handled in the planning application of large commercial dog breeders in the Republic of Ireland. The case study provides examples of how failure to take into account animal welfare legislation at the planning stage not only risks jeopardizing animal welfare but also undermines the objectives of planning and environmental legislation.
AI-Driven Justice: An Emerging Technology in the Legal Sector
Authors:   Law and Technology Centre, University of Hong Kong, Centennial Campus, Hong Kong, Hanying Shao
Published: August 2024

In 2023, the legal industry was on the verge of a technological revolution driven by the rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This transformation is both profound and extensive, making the legal services landscape unimaginable. In this article, we explore how lawyers use AI and automation to optimize workflows, improve efficiency, provide better legal services and stay ahead of the increasingly competitive market. The study proves that legal professions are well equipped to incorporate AI in a meaningful and beneficial way both for lawyers and for clients. Knowledge of fast engineering techniques and the effective use of AI on a wide range of platforms will help lawyers achieve better outcomes and improve the quality of their work. However, the impact of AI on legal practice is profound and offers both opportunities and challenges. As industry evolves, lawyers' ability to adapt to AI and use its potential is key to shaping an efficient, cost-effective and dataoriented future. The current legal technology revolution is able not only to improve the practice of law, but also redefine the role of lawyers in the increasingly digital world.
Cyberspace, Its Residents and Phenomena: The Emergence of New Paradigm of Legal Regulations
Authors:   Leiden Law School, Leiden University, Leiden, the Netherlands, Tuller Lennaert , Morterero Lucho B. ,   South Texas College of Law, Houston, Texas, United States
Published: August 2024

The rapid development of the Internet has had a revolutionary effect on all aspects of human life. Global computerbased communications cross territorial borders, create new areas of human activity, and undermine the feasibility of implementation of laws based on geographical boundaries. The structure and characteristics of cyberspace pose some difficulties in terms of the jurisdiction and choice of applicable laws. In this context, the most important challenge and urgent need is to identify the standards of practice to be applied in this environment, taking into account its specific characteristics. The aim of this paper is to explore the role of the law and to find effective ways of cyberspace regulation. The article focuses on jurisdiction issues and discusses some of the major challenges of digital-era legal reality and legal systems. The results of this study show that the law and social changes associated with cybercrime are closely linked. That is why it is crucial to promote global cooperation, to promulgate technology neutral laws and to involve various stakeholders.
Designing Classroom Activities for Senior English Reading: A Case Study from a High School in China
Authors: Zhao Bo
Published: August 2024

Reading class is one of the basic courses of English teaching, and activity design is an important tool for improving students' reading competence. The New English Curriculum highlights the subjectivity and initiative of students in English reading classes, so the design of activities in senior English reading class should be student-centered and achieve full advantage of these activities to improve students' reading ability. This study aims to investigate the status quo of activity design in senior English reading class, to explore the problems existing in the teachers' activity design, and to provide suggestions for effective reading activity design. This study, conducted at Jiangsu Province Zhenjiang No.1 High School, China, targeted ten teachers and fifty students from grade ten through questionnaires and interviews, and thirty classes were observed. Based on analysis of the qualitative and quantitative data, to effectively design reading activities and to promote the efficiency of English reading teaching, this research suggests a layered design of activities aimed at enhancing classroom participation and improving students' overall reading competence in English. This research offers insights into designing activities for senior English reading classes, emphasizing that each stage of reading requires activities tailored to its specific objectives. However, the limited number of participants in the study may impact the generalizability of the findings. In the future study, the targeted participants could be enlarged to increase the variety of data sources.
Effective Smart Phone Applications in College English Test Preparations
Authors: Mao Yao , Mohsen Mofreh Samah Ali , Salem Sultan
Published: August 2024

This study aimed to investigate the effect of mobile applications on Chinese college students learning English as a Foreign Language within the context of preparing for the College English Test. A quantitative method, combining pretests and posttests with questionnaires, was employed to evaluate the effectiveness of mobile application learning. One experiment class adopted this new preparation method, while one control class followed the convention in instruction. Before the experiment, the two groups are at the same level of English proficiency. As a result of the 16-week experiment, the two groups of students significantly vary in grades on their College English Test. Findings revealed that integrating Apps improved Chinese college students’ College English Test achievements and generally demonstrated positive attitudes toward Apps adoption in preparation for the College English Test and future English language learning. This study contributes to the growing body of literature on the use of Apps in English language learning, demonstrating the potential of Apps in English language learning.
A Review of Mental Health Services in Tibetan Society: The Symbiosis of Tibetan Buddhism and Western Psychology Approaches
Authors: Ou Qiaochu
Published: August 2024

This paper first explores the prevalence of mood disorders, specifically depression and anxiety, within the Tibetan Plateau. It highlights the risk factors contributing to these conditions and assesses the current mental health services available, noting their interplay with Tibetan Buddhism within local populations. Additionally, it provides an overview of Tibetan traditional medicine, rooted in Buddhist principles, and compares it with Western psychiatric practices, revealing both differences and potential compatibility between the two approaches. Finally, the paper discusses existing treatments that integrate both approaches and proposes future directions for their combined use. This synergized strategy holds the potential to significantly advance global mental health and offer substantial benefits to mental health care in the Tibetan community.
ENQUANTO AS CEREJEIRAS FLORESCEM, AS ALMAS FLUTUAM
Authors: Monteiro Julia Pedreira
Published: August 2024

Este artigo é uma reflexão em torno da noção do tempo, em suas múltiplas dimensões (histórica, estética e rítmica), a partir da obra literária O crepúsculo do mundo (2022), de Werner Herzog, romance histórico biográfico que conta a história de Hiroo Onoda, um ex-combatente japonês que viveu trinta anos na floresta sem acreditar no fim da Segunda Guerra. Por meio de uma trama polifônica e intertextual, buscamos traçar um diálogo móvel e aberto entre literatura, tempo e sonho – contribuindo para um pensamento expandido sobre o tema Literatura-mosaico. Em diálogo com outras obras, analisamos de que modo os aspectos temporais foram refratados e entranhados ao longo da história, e de que modo a vida de Onoda nos inspira novas composições temporais.
A IDENTIDADE MEXICANA E FEMINISTA EM FRIDA KAHLO E AS CORES DA VIDA, DE CAROLINE BERNARD
Authors: Rodrigues Simone Aparecida
Published: August 2024

Este artigo investiga como o pensamento feminista, em suas perspectivas decoloniais, pode ser observado no romance de Caroline Bernard, Frida Kahlo e as cores da vida. Para isso, evidenciam-se os principais pontos de conexão entre a personagem principal, Frida, e os desafios enfrentados pelas mulheres latino-americanas, na tentativa de se fazer ouvir por uma sociedade predominantemente patriarcal e racista. A partir dos conceitos feministas fundamentais de Judith Butler (1998), Gloria Anzaldua (2005) e Maria Lugones (2010) examina-se a busca por visibilidade das mulheres de cor, mulheres não brancas, vítimas da colonialidade do poder e, inseparavelmente, da colonialidade do gênero, desafio que é magistralmente registrado por Julieta Carvajal (2010).
Enhancing Social Participation of Older Adults to Promote Active Ageing in High-Density Urban Communities: A Case Study of Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong
Authors: Gu Chenxuan , Chan Sylvia Man Ha , Ameijde Jeroen van
Published: August 2024

Ongoing urbanisation and ageing populations pose multifaceted challenges, particularly in high-density cities such as Hong Kong. As the concepts of “Ageing in Place” and “Active Ageing” become more prevalent globally, the role of public spaces in providing social opportunities for older people is more widely discussed. This study has examined how public space features influence the activities and experiences of older adults in high-density urban communities. The research focused on the role of the built environment in active ageing, the levels and needs of social participation among older adults, and the impact of public space features on the social participation of older adults. Through precedent studies, the study identified age-friendly practices around the world to create an integrated framework for the evaluation of the needs for public spaces in the context of Active Ageing. Based on this framework, the project examined the Po Lam and Kin Ming Public Housing Estates in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, through field observations and interviews with older residents. The research has identified key factors influencing the social participation of older adults in high-density urban areas, including pleasant and clean environments, community facilities, places supporting social interaction, access to nature, and accessibility. The paper concludes with urban design and planning recommendations for promoting the social participation of older adults in Hong Kong. Ultimately, this work contributes to the creation of more age-friendly environments that support social and psychological well-being.
Mushroom Burial: Exploring the Relationship between Burial Spaces as Public Spaces and Urban Environments in Hong Kong
Authors: Guo Xinrui , Hilgefort Jason
Published: August 2024

Hong Kong’s burial industry has been facing a shortage of land resources. What’s more, it is widely recognized that traditional burial practices cause environmental pollution and require significant land usage. Similarly, cremation, while commonly practiced, is not considered environmentally friendly and consumes substantial energy. In recent years, the government has promoted green burials to reduce the impact on the environment and make burial sites available to more people. However, it is still difficult to find a tomb, and the phenomenon of high-priced cemeteries occurs frequently. In addition, Hong Kong’s woodland has faced deforestation and there are a lot of abandoned farmlands. A promising alternative known as mushroom burial has emerged in this article, which biodegrades in as little as 45 days and offers a solution to the above problem. This project uses mushrooms as the main decomposers to design a new green burial system. While reducing the damage to nature caused by human burials, it aims to help the restoration of woodland and the revitalization of abandoned farmland. This paper will explain the theory, planning and design of mushroom burial from the perspective of system thinking.
Analisis Penentuan Nilai Premi Pada Asuransi Pertanian Ditinjau Berdasarkan Perspektif Keuangan Syariah (Studi Kasus Di PT. Asuransi Jasindo Cabang Medan)
Authors: Muhammad Rafli Djafar Lubis
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penentuan nilai premi pada asuransi pertanian di PT. Asuransi JASINDO Cabang Medan dengan menilai kesesuaian nya terhadap prinsip-prinsip keuangan syariah. Menggunakan metode kualitatif, data dikumpulkan melalui dokumentasi, observasi, dan wawancara dengan kepala humas dan staf marketing. Teknis analisis data yang peneliti gunakan merujuk pada model interaktif Miles yaitu pengumpulan data, reduksi data dan verifikasi atau penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penentuan premi didasarkan pada berbagai faktor risiko terkait pertanian seperti cuaca, hama, dan penyakit tanaman, serta data historis klaim, yang memungkinkan penentuan premi yang mencakup risiko yang dihadapi petani. Analisis juga mengungkap bahwa penentuan premi sudah sesuai dengan prinsip syariah, termasuk menghindari gharar dan riba, serta menerapkan prinsip ta'awun dalam skema takaful. Meski demikian, rekomendasi termasuk peningkatan transparansi dalam alokasi dana dan peran aktif Dewan Pengawas Syariah dapat lebih memperkuat kesesuaian dengan prinsip syariah. Penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi untuk pengembangan produk asuransi yang lebih sesuai dengan prinsip syariah dan meningkatkan efisiensi dalam penentuan premi.
Pengaruh Religiusitas, Pendapatan, dan Pengetahuan Produk Terhadap Minat Pengajuan KPR Syariah di Bank Syariah Indonesia Kcp Medan Sukaramai
Authors: Ayunda Khoiriyah  , Marliyah
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh religiusitas, pendapatan, dan pengetahuan produk terhadap minat pengajuan KPR Syariah di BSI Kcp Medan Sukaramai. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif. Populasi dalam penelitian ini yaitu nasabah KPR Bank Syariah Indonesia Kcp Medan Sukaramai. Dengan menggunakan teknik pengambilan sampel Sampling Jenuh diambil sampel sejumlah 90 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan metode wawancara dan kuesioner. Sedangkan teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis statistik deskriptif, uji validitas, uji reliabilitas, uji normalitas, uji heteroskedastisitas, uji multikolinieritas, analisis regresi linier berganda, dan uji hipotesis. Hasil uji normalitas, uji heteroskedastisitas, uji multikolinieritas tidak ditemukan variabel yang menyimpang dari aturan uji asumsi klasik. Hasil uji parsial (t) menunjukkan bahwa pada variabel religiusitas berpengaruh signifikan terhadap minat pengajuan KPR Syariah di BSI Kcp Medan Sukaramai pada, variabel pendapatan tidak berpengaruh signifikan terhadap minat pengajuan KPR Syariah di BSI Kcp Medan Sukaramai, dan variabel pengetahuan produk berpengaruh terhadap Minat Pengajuan KPR Syariah di BSI Kcp Medan Sukaramai. Hasil uji simultan (f) menunjukkan bahwa variable religiusitas, pendapatan, dan pengetahuan produk secara bersama-sama berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap minat pengajuan KPR Syariah di BSI Kcp Medan Sukaramai.
Pola Konsumsi Produk Skincare Bedasarkan Sosial & Budaya Remaja Putri
Authors: Dian Alfia Purwandari  , Achmad Nur Hidayaht
Published: August 2024

Skincare is a series of activities aimed at maintaining healthy skin, improving appearance and reducing facial skin problems. The skin care process can also provide the nutrients needed to protect the skin from the negative effects of excessive sunlight. Skincare itself has many benefits for its users which are differentiated by each skincare product consumed. One of the efforts made by companies to increase sales value and meet consumer demand for consuming skincare is to provide detailed and clear information (Teng & Jusoh, 2013). This information is provided in the form of listing the raw materials used, production date, method of use and distribution permit issued by BPOM, as well as halal certification obtained from LPPOM MUI.
Konseling Individual Dengan Pendekatan Realita Dalam Mengembangkan Sikap Percaya Diri Siswa SMP Negeri 8 Denpasar
Authors: Irfan Ramdhoni  , Putu Agus Semara Putra Giri
Published: August 2024

The aim of this research is to find out that Individual Counseling with a Reality Approach can Develop Self-Confidence in Students at SMP Negeri 8 Denpasar. This research was planned for 2 cycles, each cycle with 1 meeting. This research uses a cyclical classroom action research design. This effort is made to foster students' courage and enthusiasm because essentially a feeling of lack of self-confidence is born because of feelings of fear, whether it is fear of failure or because they are not confident in their abilities and all of this is the influence of the wrong mindset. The results of the research show that the results of services for students at SMP Negeri 8 Denpasar in cycle 1 to increase self-confidence using the Behavior Contract obtained an average score for cycle 1 of 68.0 with the highest score being 90, there were 4 people and the lowest score was 70, there were 11 people. Meanwhile, in cycle II, the average score for cycle II was 79.0, with the highest score being 90, there were 7 people and the lowest score was 70, there were 8 people. Students who did not complete both in cycle I and cycle II were the same students, this was because these students basically had no intention of learning. Based on data on student learning outcomes from cycle I and cycle II, it showed that there was an increase in student learning outcomes at SMP Negeri 8 Denpasar shows the results of increasing compliance with self-confidence using Behavioral Contracts. Individual Counseling with a Reality Approach can Increase the Self-Confidence of Students at SMP Negeri 8 Denpasar.
Sebaran Penduduk yang Tidak Merata dan Dampaknya Bagi Kehidupan
Authors: Amanda Alicia  , Mulia Sari  , Ayuni Kartika
Published: August 2024

Uneven population distribution is a condition where the population in an area is not distributed evenly and regularly. Uneven population distribution can be seen between rural areas and urban areas. Factors that influence these conditions are geographical conditions, environmental conditions and economic development. Indonesia has a very large territory so it is difficult to evenly distribute the population. Uneven population distribution has positive and negative impacts on life. The positive impact is to encourage economic growth and improve infrastructure. The negative impact is social inequality, crime, and can trigger traffic jams.
Kode Etik Guru Sebagai Bagian Dari Kemajuan Kompetensi Seorang Guru
Authors: Sarah Lestari Tampubolon  , Unedo Sinaga  , Tri Bayu Armanda  , Dyna M T Pasaribu  , Joy Prana Bangun  , Jamaludin Jamaludin
Published: August 2024

Teacher ethics, It refers to a set of moral and professional principles that govern the behavior of teachers in carrying out their duties and responsibilities. Teacher ethics includes aspects such as integrity, honesty, fairness, respect for diversity, and professional obligations towards students and their own profession. Indonesian Teacher Academic Qualification and Competency Standards are set by the government to ensure that teachers have the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to provide quality education. The standards cover various aspects, including minimum academic qualifications, teaching skills, communication skills, classroom management abilities, knowledge of curriculum, and understanding of student needs. The aim of this research is to find out how or to what extent a teacher's code of ethics is an indicator of the success of a teacher's competence who has at least 4 competencies.
Mempersiapkan Guru Ppkn yang Profesional di Masa Depan dalam Menciptakan Keterampilan dan Kompetensi yang Dibutuhkan di Era Digital
Authors: Tessa Lonika Simanullang  , Pingky Monica Hasugian  , Depi Yohana Manurung  , Limra Nababan  , Abdi Fristho Hutasoit  , Jamaludin Jamaludin
Published: August 2024

The development of the era which is known as the digital era has provided changes and challenges for the world of education and also in the economic and other fields. The digital era is a more advanced development that will make everything digital in accordance with the preparation of more professional Civics teachers for the future in creating the skills and competencies needed in the digital era. Preparations must be made from now on, where every teacher learns how to use digital systems which must be adapted to learning needs in the digital era. The research method used is the library study method which is research carried out using library literature using a library study approach which is a supporting material for completing and obtaining research results about professional teachers for the future needed in the digital era. Teachers prepare themselves to create skills and competencies in the digital era.
Pengaruh Etnis Tionghoa terhadap Pilihan Pekerjaan: Studi Kasus di Kalangan Pekerja di Jakarta
Authors: Ciek Julyati Hisyam  , Diva Kayla Nazwa Anas  , Ghazy Aldifa Afti  , Sifah Fauziah
Published: August 2024

This research aims to investigate the influence of Chinese ethnicity on job choices among workers in Jakarta. Using a case study approach and qualitative methods, this research was conducted in May 2024 involving 5 sources. Data was collected through interviews, observation and document analysis. The research results show that factors such as cultural values, social networks, and historical experiences play an important role in influencing the occupational choices of ethnic Chinese in Jakarta. Apart from that, society's perception of Chinese ethnicity also influences career choices. The favorable socio-economic dynamics of the Chinese community in Jakarta also play an important role in shaping their career choices. It is hoped that this research can provide a deeper understanding of the factors that influence the career choices of ethnic Chinese in Jakarta, as well as their relevance to the cultural, social and economic aspects that influence the relationship between ethnic Chinese and the world of work in the Indonesian capital. Thus, this research provides an important contribution in expanding insight into the dynamics of the relationship between Chinese ethnicity and employment choices in urban contexts such as Jakarta.