bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Transformation of the Forest Litter Microbial Community Introduced in to the Agrocenosis Soil
Authors: Stetsenko S. K. , Andreeva E. M. , Terekhov G. G.
Published: June 2024

The long-term use of pesticides in the forest nurseries of the Sverdlovsk region has led to a decrease in the quality of Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) planting material. As a way to reduce pesticide stress and create optimal conditions suitable for the conifers growth, a once use of forest litter (20 kg/m2) was proposed. This substrate is easier to obtain from a plantation near to the forest agrocenosis. However, by something cases, forest litter may be obtained from locations that are geographically far from the forest nursery. The article presents the results of a study the possibility of applying forest litter obtained from places located at different distances from the forest nursery in the bioremediation of pesticide-contaminated soil and improving the quality of Scots pine planting material. In the field experiment, samples of the forest litter were taken near two forest nurseries and introduced into the soil of the experimental plots before sowing pine. Part of the plots contained roundup (3 l a. s./ha), the other remained without treatment. In each nursery, plots were created containing both litter from a nearby stand and from a more remote forest area. It was found that the peak of the transforming activity of the microbiocenosis in the introduced forest litter and decreasing of the pesticide contamination, most likely, will be observed in the first stages of the microbiocenosis introduction. The observed effect takes place regardless of the distance from the application site where the forest substrate was obtained.
Investigation of the Number and Enzymatic Activity of Microorganisms in Soils Contaminated with Pesticides
Authors: Nadjafova S. I. , Keyserukhskaya F. S.
Published: June 2024

The results of a study of the number and enzymatic activity of microorganisms in the soils of the Zardob district (Azerbaijan), from the territory of the pesticide storage base, are presented. It was revealed that the soils of the base were polluted to a very strong extent, and the content of pesticides (including DDT) exceeded the maximum permissible concentration (MPC) by tens to hundreds of times. Microbiological studies of soil samples showed that, unlike pure soil, in all soil samples contaminated with pesticides, the number of microorganisms and enzymatic activity decreased, which indicated the negative impact of soil contamination with pesticides on the structure and activity of microbiocenosis and was an indicator of limited assimilation potential and low self-cleaning ability of these soils in relation to pollutants.
Use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles of Modular Type and Artificial Intelligence in the Analysis of the State of Bast Crops
Authors: Avetisyan D. R.
Published: June 2024

The possibilities of using artificial intelligence in the agricultural sector were investigated, in particular, the optimization of the analysis of the phases of vegetation of bast crops. The implementation of this task was most effective within the framework of a traditional mechanism for studying plants in the reference time of their life and through the integration of hardware and software complexes, including a client part consisting of an unmanned aerial vehicle (helicopter, airplane or combined type), photo-video recording modules and a transmission device significant data, as well as the server part, which includes a server in which a convolutional neural network and a database equipped for specific tasks function, in which information about the studied objects and their analyzed features is segmented, as well as the receiving device. The application of advances in science and technology, especially information technology, in the state sector of agriculture will significantly increase the effectiveness of solving strategic tasks in this area.
Multifunctional Effect of Triterpenoid-Based Growth Regulators on Wheat Plants
Authors: Davidyants E. S.
Published: June 2024

The information on the biological role of triterpenoids in plants, possible mechanisms of the phytoregulatory action of triterpenoids and their glycosides is summarized, the physiological and biochemical aspects of the action of plant growth regulators (PGR) based on tritepenoids: Silk, Biosil, Novosil, Alfastim, etc. on wheat plants in different phases of ontogenesis under normal conditions and under the action of stress factors are considered. Data on the effect of these PGR on the incidence of phytopathogens, yield and grain quality of winter and spring wheat are presented.
Fossil flora of the Sosnovoe locality
(Suksun District of the Perm region;
Lower Permian, Kungurian)
Authors: Naugolnykh S. V. , Solodуankin D. V.
Published: June 2024

The paper deals with the paleobotanical characteristics of the locality Sosnovoe, situated in the Suksun District of the Perm region, Russia. Stratigraphically the locality Sosnovoe belongs to Koshelevka Formation of Irenian Horizon
(Kungurian stage of Lower Permian). Taxonomic composition of the locality
Sosnovoe includes equisetophytes Paracalamites spp. represented by stems,
heterosporous lycopodiophytes most probably belonging to new genus and
species, peltaspermalean pteridosperms Permocallipteris sp., ginkgophytes
Psygmophyllum intermedium Naugolnykh, P. expansum (Brongniart) Schimper,
Psygmophyllum sp., Bardia mauerii Zalessky, walchialean conifers Walchia
bardaeana Zalessky emend. Naugolnykh, vojnovskyans represented by large lanceolate leaves Rufloria derzavinii (Neuburg) S.Meyen. Geological value
of the Sosnovoe section, and its position in the local road infrastructure and
landscapes allow effective use of this locality for scientific, educational, and
recreation projects.
Application of ecological niche concept
in the analysis of nature management
conflicts in river basins (on the example
of river basins of the North-Western slope
of the Crimean Mountains)
Authors: Tabunshchik V. A. , Gorbunov R. V.
Published: June 2024

The territory of the Crimean Peninsula has a long history of economic
development and as a result, in some, especially old-developed, regions
of the Crimean Peninsula, there is a problem of the use of the territory
by various nature users and, consequently, nature management conflicts
are developing. In most cases, qualitative assessment is used to describe nature management conflicts. The paper shows the possibility of quantifying
these conflicts using the concept of an ecological niche in a multidimensional
factor space. The paper, based on the concept of ecological niche, provides
a quantitative assessment of nature management conflicts in the river basins
of the northwestern slope of the Crimean Mountains (the basins of the Zapadnii
Bulganak, Alma, Kacha, Belbek, and Chernaya rivers). By nature management
conflict we mean a situation when, in a multifactorial space, the ecological
niches of the main types of nature use intersect and the quantitative measure
of this intersection is the measure of the nature management conflict. For
the main types of nature use within the river basins of the northwestern
slope of the Crimean Mountains (the basins of the Zapadnii Bulganak, Alma,
Kacha, Belbek, and Chernaya rivers), their ecological niches are constructed
in the space of the factors “Altitude, m” and “Slope, degrees”, as well
as “Annual air temperature, °C” and “Annual precipitation, mm”. A quantitative
assessment of the manifestation of nature management conflicts is given
as a measure of the intersection of their ecological niches.
Comprehensive
radiation and ecological study
of the city of Tyumen
Authors: Guryev N. E. , Klimenko V. V.
Published: June 2024

The article presents the results of comprehensive radiation ecological
studies of the territory of Tyumen which consisted of the study of the content
of natural (40K, 226Ra, 232Th) and man-made (137Cs, 90Sr) radionuclides
in the surface layer of soils, the measurement of radon flux density from
the ground and the equivalent dose rate of gamma radiation. The content
of natural and man-made radionuclides, radon flux density from the soil
surface, equivalent dose rate of gamma-radiation do not exceed the current
standards of radiation safety. The data obtained can be used for scientific
as well as production purposes in the field of radiation and environmental
monitoring of urbanized areas
Dispersed composition of particulate matter
in the air of enterprises workplaces
Authors: Kalesnik I. M. , Byalova E. A. , Yukhnevich H. G.
Published: June 2024

The research results of the air of the working area of the metalworking,
woodworking and construction industry on the presence of solid particles with
the usage of gravimetric method and the following optical light microscopy
of clarified filters are presented. It has been established that the mass
concentrations and the dispersed composition of particulate matter in the air
of the industrial plants depend on the type and technological process
of the manufactured goods. Maximum mass concentration of the particulate
matter has been identified in the workplace air in medium density fiberboards
(MDF) milling, while the maximum amount of the particles has been discovered during the casting of metal products and the pressing of products
from MDF. The most widespread fraction in the workplace air in bricks
and blocks production, pressing and milling of MDF products, casting
and metalworking are the particles 1–2.5 µm in size. The difference
in the fraction composition of the suspended particles in the different
workshops is caused mainly by the quantity of particles with a diameter
0.5–1 µm and 5–10 µm. These studies can be used to develop standards
for the maximum permissible concentrations of fine dispersed fractions
of particulate matter in the workplace air of enterprises, and to assess working
conditions and professional risk in manufacturing processes
Identification
of long-term flood-resistant genes
in rice hybrid samples
Authors: Chertkova N. G. , Usatov A. V. , Kostylev P. I. , Dupliy N. G.
Published: June 2024

Rice is an important grain crop known for its ability to grow in flooded soil.
Sometimes rice plants resist weeds and herbicides’ application ineffectively
and unprofitably. The varieties that have flood-resistant genes can help solve this problem, so the study of DNA markers is of great importance. Floodresistant loci contain the Sub1 gene, which is activated under anaerobic
conditions. The locus contains three similar genes Sub1A, Sub1B, Sub1C, but
only the gene Sub1A improves resistance to such conditions. The purpose
of the study is to find the most effective Sub1A marker for identifying
genes for tolerance to prolonged flooding in domestic hybrid rice samples
as a natural method of weed control. As donors there have been used foreign
varieties (Inbara-3, BR-11, TDK-1, IR-64, CR-1009, Swarna), and Russian
varieties (Novator, Magnat, Stepnyak, Bakhus, Komandor, Kuban-3, Boyarin,
Kontakt) as recipient forms. From the populations of F5-F9 generations, there
have been selected 96 early maturing hybrids. To identify the gene in hybrid
plants, three sets of locus-specific primers, the most widely used according
to the literature, were used: Sub1A(1F1R), Sub1A(2F2R), and Sub1A(3F3R).The
region amplicon Sub1A(1F1R) was found in 17 samples among 96 studied
hybrids, the region amplicon Sub1A(2F2R) was found in 17 samples, and
the Sub1A(3F3R) primer has initiated nonspecific amplification and did
not allow the identification of genotypes. To further verify the phenotypic
expression of the introduced locus, the morpho-physiological response of all
hybrid rice lines under flooding conditions was analyzed. Under flooding
conditions, the number of germinated rice seeds in the parental lines
(Novator, Boyarin and Stepnyak) decreased, as well as in hybrids that did
not inherit the locus according to molecular genetic analysis. As a result, it
is recommended to carry out analysis using two markers to improve efficiency
Local Wisdom Comics of Tuban District Culture: As a Media to Stimulate The Expressive Language of Early Children
Authors: Puspitasari Endang , Ni'mah Roudlotun
Published: June 2024

Language ability is one of the abilities that is being developed in early childhood, one of which is expressive language. The aim of this research is to analyze the application of comic media with local cultural wisdom in Tuban district in stimulating the expressive language of early childhood. This type of research is experimental research with a one group-pretest-posttest design. In the sampling technique, cluster sampling was used with a total research sample of 50 children. Data collection techniques using observation sheets, tests and documentation. The data analysis technique uses the Wilcoxon Test. The results of the Wilcoxon test research mean that the average rank between the pretest and posttest was 18.00, with a Z of -5.445 and a significance of 0.000 <0.05, indicating that the hypothesis was accepted that there was an influence on children's expressive language after being given story treatment using comic media, local cultural literacy in Tuban district had differences. which is significant.
Work Character Readiness of Vocational High School Students Post Covid-19 Outbreak
Authors: Meizatri Ranti , Rifma Rifma
Published: June 2024

Work character is a critical issue for vocational high school students in addition to their knowledge and competencies. This study described the level of work character readiness of vocational high school students' during the Covid-19 outbreak. The subjects of this study were third-grade vocational high school students in five vocational high schools at Padang City in the spectrum: (1) fisheries and marine, (2) business and management, (3) performing arts, (4) tourism, and (5) information and communication technology. Respondents were 75 students consisting of 40 females, and 35 males were selected using the proportional stratified random sampling technique. Instrument development refers to two indicators, namely moral character and work character. The instrument was validated by experts and through validity and reliability testing. The results testing showed that validity and reliability with the respective rho count 0.927> rho table 0.648 and r results in 0.907> r table 0.514. Data analysis used simple statistics to determine the respondent's level of achievement level (RAL) from the readiness of male and female students' moral and work characteristics. The results showed that the achievement level of job readiness of vocational high school students in Padang city had reached 85.5%. The result of this study has inference that the distance learning system (online learning) during the Covid-19 pandemic did not harm the readiness of the work character of vocational high school students.
Motivation of Learning English; A Case of Indonesian Migrant Worker's Children in Malaysia
Authors: Lestari Damai , Maghfiroh Ana , Mustikawati Diyah Atiek
Published: June 2024

Motivation is one of the key components of learning. Researchers have begun to consider these motivations as a result of the extremely rapid increase in the interest of learning the foreign languages. This study aims to investigate the students’ motivation at SB Kampung Bharu in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in learning a foreign language. This research employs a mixed method where the data obtained through questionnaires. The quantitative data was calculated and categorized using the presentation, while the qualitative data was analyzed using Miles and Huberman methods including data reduction, data display, and conclusion. Students from grades VI and V at SB Kampung Bharu in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, were the subject of the research. The results showed that student motivation for learning foreign languages was quite high. It can be seen from the quantitative data that revealed the students' motivation to learn foreign languages were 40% always, 48% often, 68% sometimes, 16% rarely, and 16% never during the English learning process. In particular, there is a fairly high indicator produced where students have a fairly high interest and motivation to learn foreign languages both internally and externally, so that students can succeed their English language learning process with the support of this motivation.
The Role and Management of Ma’had Al-Jami’ah in Constructing Religious Character Values in PTKIN
Authors: Yusuf Muhamad , Yul Widiya , Rizki Agam Muhammad , Syafnan Syafnan , Balqis Nur
Published: June 2024

This research is motivated by the movement to spread extreme ideology increasingly facilitated by the existence of new media as a tool to inform, propagandize, and spread radical ideas. To overcome this, efforts to voice a moderate way of religion (religious character) are needed. The implementation of a system to fortify students from extremist Islamic groups is done through the implementation of ma’had. This study aims to determine, analyze the characteristics, and construct the formation of religious character in students at PTKIN throughout Indonesia. Applying qualitative research method, the data were collected .from the field based on observations and interviews and library data deriving from books, scientific articles (journals), research reports, etc. Data analysis techniques include data condensation, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings of this study indicate that the characteristics of religious character in Ma’had Al-Jami’ah PTKIN throughout Indonesia can be identified by looking at intact faith, diligently performing worship, and having noble character. The role of Ma’had Al-Jami’ah in constructing religious character values in students at PTKIN throughout Indonesia is very strategic. This research contributes to PTKIN in Indonesia in accepting and graduating a very large number of students. The process of forming religious characters in students at PTKIN throughout Indonesia can be said to run simultaneously, namely through ta’lim activities, moderate insights, habituation of ubudiyah, and enactment of rules because ma’had has designed various religious activities in it in an integrated and continuous manner, aka becoming a daily routine.
Improving Senior High School Students’ English-Speaking Skill Through Blended Learning Method
Authors: Ninsiana Widhiya , Aderlaepe Aderlaepe , Huda Miftachul
Published: June 2024

The objective of this study is to develop an LMS-based app in English subject with speaking skills adopting a blended learning method. This study engaged 38 students in class eleven of the Science 2B Program at State High School 1 Metro Lampung in 2022, including 23 male students and 15 female students. This study was carried out in a State Senior High School 1 Metro Lampung. A rating rubric was used to collect data on students' speaking skills. The rubric followed the Harris’ rating scale which speaking skills were focused on five variables: pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.  The blended learning model enabled students examine their knowledge through engaging involvement in learning, leading to student-centered teaching and learning activities. The results indicated that the LMS-based app https://www.e-ajar.com/ and class activities for 11th grade students in English with speaking skills at State Senior High School 1 Metro Lampung have increased students' English-speaking skills. This is seen in the development of scores and the improvement in the minimum percentage of completion in each cycle, where students' English pronunciation and grammar have significantly improved. Future study might use blended learning models potentially developed for other subjects to increase learning outcomes and creative thinking skills. This LMS-based media should not only help senior high school students with their speaking sills but also the other skills and its impacts on successful language-learning strategies.
Development of Engklek Kedamaian Game with Group Guidance to Reduce Aggressive Behavior in Students
Authors: Rukhana Elya , Saputra Wahyu Nanda Eka , Azizah Nur , Yanto Panji Nur Fitri , Izzaty Rita Ika
Published: June 2024

Learning at school serves to foster and develop compassion and mutual respect for one another. The problem of aggressive behavior in the school environment is still experienced by students. This research is a development research with the aim of knowing the feasibility of media products in the form of engklek kedamaian in group guidance to reduce the aggressive behavior of students in class VIII SMP Muhamadiyah 3 Depok. Researchers used the Brog and Gall model development method with 5 stages, namely potential problems, data collection, product design, product validation, and design revision. The research instruments used in this study were aggressive behavior scales and interview guidelines. The subjects in the study were 123 students in class VIII of SMP Muhammadiyah 3 Depok. The results in the development are measured based on the assessment of the material expert test getting a score of 91.4 with a very good category. The media expert test scored 87.5 with a very good category, the service expert test/practical expert test scored 93.75 with a very good category. Based on some of these statements, it can be concluded that the engklek kedamaian game in group guidance to reduce the aggressive behavior of class VIII students at Muhamadiyah 3 Depok Junior High School is categorized as suitable for use. It is hoped that the research on the development of engklek kedamaian to reduce students' aggressive behavior can be an alternative service innovation for school counselors.
Knowledge Integration in the Islamic Religious Education Study Program at STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau
Authors: Firman Arham Junaidi , Siregar Maragustam , Muqowim Muqowim , M Zaharuddin , Majir Abdul , Yulita Ona
Published: June 2024

This research is motivated by the implementation of knowledge integration within the Islamic Religious Education Study Program at STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman, aiming to address the issue of dichotomy and the trend of knowledge development that leads to multi, inter, and transdisciplinary approaches. The research aims to analyze the implementation of knowledge integration in the Islamic Religious Education Study Program at STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau. Employing a qualitative research design with an interpretative approach, the research subjects include the chairperson, secretary, and lecturers of the Islamic Religious Education Study Program at STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau. Data collection is conducted through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis is carried out descriptively with stages of condensation, display, conclusion drawing, and verification. The research findings reveal the following: Firstly, the rationale behind the implementation of knowledge integration is evident across multiple levels. At the paradigmatic level, this commitment is observed through the integration of knowledge via the program's vision, mission, and motto. The policy level is enacted through leadership regulations, while at the program level, implementation occurs solely through seminars hosted by STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau. Notably, the Islamic Religious Education Study Program has not pursued comparable endeavors. Secondly, the implementation of knowledge integration is discerned through its practical implementation in education and teaching. However, a comprehensive analysis demonstrates that aspects of planning, execution, and learning assessment have yet to encompass the philosophical, material, methodological, and evaluative levels.
Lecturers' and Students' Perceptions of MBKM: The MBKM Curriculum Implementation Journey
Authors: Dewirahmadanirwati Dewirahmadanirwati , Agustina Agustina
Published: June 2024

This study addresses the specific research problem of examining the preparedness of lecturers and students for the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) curriculum, focusing on critical insights and challenges. The research methodology involved surveys conducted among lecturers and students, aiming to gauge their awareness, engagement, and perceptions regarding MBKM activities. Students in the Management Study Program presented varying perspectives, with 45 out of 53 respondents actively preparing for MBKM. However, 5 students felt unprepared, and 3 expressed disinterest. Survey results regarding the impact of MBKM program implementation on the student learning process reveal positive outcomes. A substantial 37% reported good learning improvement, 43% very good, and 20% excellent. In terms of perception, 78% of students anticipated the program's positive contribution to broadening perspectives and enhancing competencies. However, 19% remained uncertain, and 3% claimed ignorance, suggesting a need for targeted communication strategies to address uncertainties. The study further delves into the barriers to MBKM program implementation in the Management study program. Curriculum adjustment emerged as a significant hurdle for 59% of respondents, with funding and partner exploration concerns at 32% and 52%, respectively. Additionally, 37% faced challenges adjusting academic information systems, while 13% each identified regulations and information gaps as obstacles. These findings underscore the multifaceted nature of challenges, emphasizing the necessity for comprehensive strategies to address curriculum, funding, partnerships, and information system adjustments for a successful MBKM program implementation.
Human vs Machine: A Comparative Effectiveness of A Particular Technique and AI Tools in Improving Writing Skills
Authors: Herwanis Delfia , Zakaria Rahmanita , Rusmiati Rusmiati , Wahyuningsih Sungkawati Sukardi
Published: June 2024

The research paper titled "Human vs. Machine: A Comparative Effectiveness of A Particular Technique and Artificial Intelligence Tools in Improving Writing Skills." The study investigates the efficacy of a certain method and artificial intelligence tools in improving students' English writing proficiency. The goal of this research is to provide information that will contribute to the development of writing training programs that are both effective and tailored to individual needs. This will ensure a comprehensive approach to language acquisition in the modern age of technology. The study utilized a combination of quantitative and qualitative methodologies to assess the influence of these tools on students' writing abilities. The results emphasize the significance of customized writing instruction that integrates both technological and pedagogical elements in order to improve students' writing skills.
Enhancing EFL Students’ Writing Skills Through Blogging in Indonesian Vocational High School
Authors: Syafi'i M. , Besral Besral , Yulnetri Yulnetri , Sari Raya Fitri
Published: June 2024

This study examines the effectiveness of Web Blog (WB) practices in enhancing the foreign language (FL) writing skills of vocational high school students in Indonesia. Digital learning, especially web-learning based blog (WB) has been proven advantageous to enhance the second and foreign language skills of Senior High school and university students in Indonesia. However, little research to date has explored whether Web Blog practices are fruitful for vocational high school learners in foreign language (FL) contexts, a population characterized by low competence levels, naughty adolescents, and few opportunities to engage with the FL. This study involved a tenth-grade class (N=18) who participated in a pre-test, received WB-based instruction, and then completed a post-test. The findings revealed significant improvements in students’ writing, as evidenced by higher post-test scores in unity, completeness, coherence, and spatial order. The implications of these results suggest that incorporating WB into FL instruction can effectively enhance the writing skills of vocational high school students, providing them with greater opportunity for peer collaboration and teacher-led conferences.
Application of Ethical Values Deriving from Hadiths in Creating a Conducive Learning Environment
Authors: Rahman Rahman , Hardivizon Hardivizon , Ilyas Ilyas , Zailani Zailani , Akbar Ali
Published: June 2024

This study aims to explore applying ethical values derived from the hadiths of Prophet Muhammad SAW in creating a conducive learning environment at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) 1 Payakumbuh, West Sumatera. The research employs a qualitative approach using Hassan Hanafi's hermeneutical framework, which involves historical, eidetic, and practical criticism of hadiths related to teacher-student ethics. Data was collected through document analysis of hadiths and semi-structured interviews with teachers and students. The results indicate that applying ethical principles from the hadiths, such as respect, justice, patience, and compassion, is crucial in fostering positive interactions between teachers and students. Teachers at MAN 1 Payakumbuh have adapted their teaching methods to ensure effective understanding, including using simple language, providing feedback, and accommodating different student needs. The conclusion of this research emphasizes that implementing ethical values from the hadiths of Prophet Muhammad SAW can create a learning environment that supports students' academic and moral development. This study fills a gap in the existing literature by offering practical insights into integrating hadith-based ethics into everyday educational practices in Islamic schools, particularly in Indonesia.
Investigating the Impact of STEAM Learning on Higher Order Thinking and Science Achievement
Authors: Juliharti Linda , Hidayati Abna , Helsa Yullys , Asrizal Asrizal
Published: June 2024

Development of the industrial era 4.0 emphasizes the need for higher-order thinking skills (HOTS), especially in science and science learning in elementary schools. The low level of high-level thinking skills and science learning outcomes of elementary school students is a current problem. This research aims to determine the effect of implementing the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) Learning Model on high-level thinking skills and learning outcomes in Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) of class V students at SDN 18 Kampung Durian. This type of research is quantitative research. The research design used was Nonequivalent Control Group Design. The population in this study were all class V students at SDN 18 Kampung Durian, totaling 52 students consisting of 26 students in class VA (experiment) and 26 student class VB (control). The data were analize using a prerequisite test in the form of a normality test, then homogeneity, and hypothesis testing using the t-test. The research results show that the application of the STEAM Learning Model significantly improves students' high-level thinking skills and science learning outcomes compared to conventional learning. The average score of evaluation of higher-order thinking skills and science learning outcomes in the experimental group was significantly higher than in the control group. The t-test statistical test of critical thinking skills and students' science learning outcomes showed significant differences between the two groups (Sig.0.000>0.05). STEAM learning can be an effective alternative to enrich students' learning experiences, provide real-world science contexts, and stimulate the development of higher-order thinking skills.
Editorial: In Honour of Rebecca L. Oxford’s Contributions to Language Learning Strategies, Language Teaching, and Peacebuilding
Authors: Griffiths Carol
Published: June 2024

I first got to know Rebecca when I was researching a topic for my own PhD back in the 1990s. As anyone who has trodden this path will know, trying to find something novel, feasible, and about which one can be sufficiently excited to sustain the enthusiasm through the hours of work involved, is no easy ask. Then I came across an article on language learning strategies by John Green and Rebecca (1995) in a journal which had recently arrived in the Auckland Institute of Studies (AIS) library, where I was working at the time, and I knew this was it. I wrote to Rebecca asking for permission to use the SILL (Strategy Inventory for Language Learning) in my thesis, permission which she unhesitatingly gave, and which resulted in the completion of my thesis some years later (Griffiths, 2003). She also invited me to join her on conference presentations, a number of which we have done together in many places around the world in the years since. There have also been a number of joint publications, such as the special issue on language learning strategies with System (2014).
Considerations in Designing and Validating the Diagnostic Inventory for Self-Regulated Language Learning (DISLL): Status of the Process
Authors: Oxford Rebecca L. , Gu Peter , Gunning Pamela , Hernández-González Teresa
Published: June 2024

This article describes a new questionnaire, the “Diagnostic Inventory for Self-Regulated Language Learning” (DISLL), for assessing self-regulated learning strategies of students of English as an additional language. We discuss self-regulated learning models, evaluate existing questionnaires for assessing language learners’ self-regulated strategy use, and present a rationale for the DISLL. We explain Zimmerman’s (2000) three-phase model, adapted with simplified phase names: planning, doing, and reflecting. Every DISLL phase starts with a brief scenario to help learners judge how often they employ each strategy in that phase. Already completed are a review of the DISLL 1.0 by 18 international researchers, the step-by-step creation of the DISLL 1.1, and the profiling of vocabulary in the DISLL 1.1 to ensure the simplicity necessary for intermediate-level learners. We present an argument-based validation framework, to be supported by piloting the DISLL 1.2 in Iran, Saudi Arabia, Spain, and Poland and even broader piloting of the DISLL 1.3. Statistical analyses will involve quantitative methods, e.g., exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis, reliability analysis, and confirmatory composite analysis. At least one site will also use qualitative think-aloud protocols. The DISLL will be released into the public domain for free use after version 1.3.
Realization of Language Teacher’s Ideal Identity as Peacebuilder
Authors: Rahimi Amir H. , Allami Hamid
Published: June 2024

Language teaching has the potential not only to teach language skills but also to create a peaceful learning environment where students feel relaxed, safe and valued. To achieve this goal, teachers need to develop an ideal identity that reflects their commitment to promoting peace in their classrooms. In the interest of developing peacebuilder language teachers, this study investigated the ideal identity of English language teachers as peacebuilders, the strategies they employ to achieve their peacebuilder identities, and the manifestation of peace language: hope, help, and harmony (Oxford & Curtis, 2020). The narratives of three Iranian language teachers were thematically analyzed to understand their hopeful, helpful, and harmonious experiences. Our findings indicate that teachers’ ideal peacebuilder selves are becoming ‘an encouraging teacher’, ‘a more hopeful and caring teacher’, and ‘a patient teacher’. To achieve their peacebuilder identity, they proposed strategies such as encouraging students to communicate internationally, caring about students’ success, pursuing academic studies, and improving emotion-regulation skills. The findings of this study contribute to incorporating peace in language education and developing peacebuilder language.
Strategy Instruction and Enhancement of Young Learners’ Speaking Skills
Authors: Lee Sabnani Robbie
Published: June 2024

Despite the importance of speaking in developing learners’ command of language, due to a paucity of research in the domain, little is understood of teachers’ systematic strategy instructional practices to improve the quality of their students’ utterances. This study sought to address this gap in knowledge through the study of the practices of an experienced teacher in a Singapore primary school and another experienced teacher in an elementary school in Japan. Connecting with and drawing from Rebecca Oxford’s work on learning strategies and the development of young children’s English language skills, it aims to shed light on the value of metacognitive strategy instruction in raising children’s awareness about their own learning processes. It highlights the value of honing students’ knowledge and use of strategies for effective communication by actively engaging them in making meaning of the information they have. Teachers’ instruction on strategies for speaking significantly eases the cognitive load for learners in formulating utterances and enables them to participate meaningfully in discussions with their teachers and peers.
Introducing Peacebuilding Philosophy to Language Teacher Education
Authors: Kırkgöz Yasemin
Published: June 2024

Rebecca L. Oxford’s contributions to academia extend well beyond language learning strategy research, for which she is well known, to embrace peace education in language classrooms. Inspired by her peace education philosophy, this study first describes the influence of Oxford’s scholarly research in peace approach. Then, it presents a case study of five preservice teachers, all native Turkish speakers, who were guided to adopt the peace approach philosophy to develop creative teaching materials to be implemented in the Practicum course. Throughout six hours of weekly lessons at a state middle school, the preservice teachers integrated peacebuilding activities into their English instruction. The analysis of the qualitative data from lesson plans, classroom observations, and reflective writings, revealed compelling findings. Preservice teachers who implemented peacebuilding activities showcased increased competence and awareness of peace education philosophy, and they reported feeling more confident and fulfilled in their teaching. Children exposed to peacebuilding activities experienced a shift in their emotional state. It was also found that peacebuilding activities fostered inner harmony, boosted self-confidence, and enhanced children’s English learning engagement. The study highlights the crucial role of integrating peace education into teacher education programs, particularly for language teachers. Equipping educators with the tools and philosophies of peacebuilding can empower them to become agents of positive change, cultivating global citizens who embrace harmony and understanding.
Learners’ Use of Pragmatic Learning Strategies Across Language Learning Experience and Gender: An Investigation Framed by Rebecca Oxford’s Taxonomy of Learning Strategies
Authors: Tajeddin Zia , Malmir Ali
Published: June 2024

Learners' acquisition of pragmatic competence in additional languages has received mounting attention since the 1990s. However, although studies on general learning strategies have proliferated since Oxford’s (1990) influential inventory was published, studies on pragmatic-specific learning strategies contributing to the acquisition of this competence are rare. To fill this research gap, the current study purported to inquire into the main pragmatic learning strategies used by English language learners across gender and language learning experience. To collect the data, 145 learners were interviewed. These participants' answers were audio-taped and transcribed. These extracted strategies were organized into six groupings of memory-related, cognitive, metacognitive, compensatory, social, and affective pragmatic learning strategies based on Cohen's (2005, 2010) pragmatic-specific categorization and Oxford's (1990) general language learning strategy classification. The analysis showed that those learners with longer experience used more pragmatic learning strategies; nonetheless, gender did result in great differences in employing these strategies. This study presents a new categorization for pragmatic learning strategies, which can be used for more effective pragmatic learning strategy teaching and learning.
Mediating Effect of Language Learning Strategies in the Relationship between Learning Attitude and Proficiency
Authors: Li Yijie , Wang Chuang , Saleh Al-Hamed Hailah
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study was to investigate whether learning strategies play a mediating role in the relationship between learning attitude and foreign language proficiency. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) were employed to analyze the structural connections among language learning strategies, learning attitudes, and their potential influence on language proficiency. The data were gathered from 1208 Saudi Arabian female secondary school students. The results indicate that learning attitude significantly influences language learning and has a notable impact on students' foreign language proficiency. Additionally, language learning strategies, particularly strategies such as memory, compensation, and cognitive, play a pivotal role in mediating the connection between learning attitude and language proficiency. This study holds implications for English language teaching. Foreign language educators should not only focus on imparting knowledge but also on fostering students' learning strategies and attitudes.
The Symphony of Writing Strategies: Exploration of Strategies Used in a Collaborative Academic Writing Task
Authors: Takač Višnja Pavičić
Published: June 2024

Inspired by Rebecca Oxford's thought-provoking reflections on language learning strategies, and particularly her orchestra metaphor on how the strategies work together, I conducted a study that seeks to understand how non-native writers employ, configure, sequence and combine individual writing strategies when creating a text in the target language. Four dyads of undergraduate students of English were video-recorded while jointly writing an argumentative essay. The transcripts were analyzed using a general inductive approach to uncover writing strategies emerging in the writing process and to explore how individual strategies are coordinated in task completion. The most important finding is that writers do not randomly sequence the strategies, but they orchestrate them to attain the desired goal. Metaphorically, learners combine writing strategies into 'symphonies of strategies', mirroring the way different instruments of an orchestra create music.
Contribution to the knowledge of the Pipunculidae fauna of Corsica, with 25 first species records for the island (Diptera)
Authors: Földvari Mihaly , Pollet Marc
Published: June 2024

As part of the expeditions Our Planet Reviewed in Corsica 2019-2021, 29 species of big-headed flies (Diptera, Pipunculidae) were collected with a vast array of sampling methods. Twenty-five species are reported for the first time from the island. The most successful collecting methods proved to be Malaise traps and yellow pan traps with 15 and seven species, respectively. Particularly valuable are the occurrence data of Chalarus zyginae Jervis, 1992, Eudorylas bermeri Kehlmaier, 2005, Eudorylas falcifer De Meyer, 1997, Eudorylas ibericus Kehlmaier, 2005 and Pipunculus dimi Kuznetzov, 1991.
Premiers signalements de cicadelles gyponines en Martinique (Hemiptera, Cicadellidae, Iassinae, Gyponini)
Authors: Pierre Chloé
Published: June 2024

First records of Gyponini leafhoppers from Martinique (Hemiptera, Cicadellidae, Iassinae, Gyponini). Three species of Iassinae are recorded for the first time from Martinique: Polana (Bulbusana) insulana Freytag & Cwikla, 1982, P. (B.) papillata Freytag & Cwikla, 1982, and Gypona (Marganalana) arunda DeLong & Freytag, 1964.
Évolution de la colonisation par l’espèce invasive Corythucha arcuata (Say, 1832) en France métropolitaine entre 2017 et 2022, en croisant diverses sources de données (Hemiptera, Tingidae)
Authors: Huberson Natan , Puisnel Alexandra , Delandhuy Alexia , Daubrée Jean-Baptiste
Published: June 2024

Evolution of the colonization by the invasive species Corythucha arcuata (Say, 1832) in mainland France between 2017 and 2022 by cross-referencing various data sources (Hemiptera, Tingidae). In recent years, studies on Corythucha arcuata (Say, 1832), an oak lace bug native to North America, have highlighted this insect’s ability to colonize European oak forests. In France, the oak lace bug was observed for the first time in 2017, in three departments of the south-west. The objective of this study is to inventory the French territories colonized by C. arcuata. A survey was carried out in the region of Occitanie to confirm the absence of the species in Hérault department, and then to assess the front of colonization of the species from west to east. French occurrence data has been collected and grouped together in order to visualize the extent of its area of distribution in 2022. At the end of the surveys, it was revealed that the Oak Lace Bug is progressing towards the east of France, having reached the Tarn at the end of 2021. Finally, C. arcuata has colonized at least 14 departments since its first occurrence in 2017.
Redescription du genre Lampethusa Distant, 1884, et description d’un genre et d’une espèce nouvelle de Guyane française (Hemiptera, Miridae, Mirinae)
Authors: Chérot Frédéric , Carpintero Diego Leonardo
Published: June 2024

Redescription of the genus Lampethusa Distant, 1884, with description of a new genus and a new species from French Guiana (Hemiptera, Miridae, Mirinae). The genus Lampethusa Distant, 1884, is redescribed. A new genus, Lampethusoides, is described to accommodate four nominal species: Lampethusoides diamantina (Carvalho, 1984) n. comb. described from Brazil, L. vianai (Carvalho, 1947) n. comb. described from Argentina, L. vingtuni (Carvalho, 1990) n. comb. described from Brazil and L. gorczycai n. sp. described from French Guyana. A new synonymy is suggested Lampethusa vingtuni Carvalho, 1990, n. syn. of Lampethusa vianai Carvalho, 1947.
Découverte de plusieurs géophilomorphes en Martinique, avec la description d’une nouvelle espèce du genre Portoricona (Chilopoda, Geophilomorpha)
Authors: Iorio Étienne , Coulis Mathieu
Published: June 2024

Discovery of several geophilomorphs in Martinique, with the description of a new species of the genus Portoricona (Chilopoda, Geophilomorpha). Between 2016 and 2023, hundreds of centipedes have been collected in Martinique by the second author, mainly by soil and litter samples and extracting with Berlese funnels, also by hand collecting. The whole was then identified by the first author over the years. After the examination of the type material of P. adjunta Chamberlin, 1950, and P. socia Chamberlin, 1950, a new species of Portoricona Chamberlin, 1950 (Geophilidae), collected in Martinique island (Lesser Antilles), is described: P. carbetensis n. sp. It is easily distinguishable by the criteria of its anterior sternites and its number of legs. A modern diagnosis of the genus Portoricona is given, with also some morphological complements on the descriptions of P. adjunta and of P. socia after their typical material, and an identification key of the three species. Ityphilus idanus Crabill, 1960 (Schendylidae) and Piestophilus carribeanus (Chamberlin,1915) (Geophilidae) are recorded for the first time in Martinique. Schizonampa barberi Iorio & Coulis, 2019, has been observed in the mountains of pitons du Carbet. A specimen of Piestophilus carribeanus, from an unpubished locality in Cuba, is documented in the collection of the Museum of Comparative Zoology (MCZ) of the Harvard University. After the literature and all our unpublished identifications, eleven geophilomorph centipedes species are recorded in Martinique, taking into account an unknown minute Geophilidae, possibly halophilic. A checklist of the Geophilomorpha of this island is proposed. The diagnosis and the key are translated in English.