bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Posterior fossa tumor resection in children: a case report and the role of intraoperative neurophysiologic monitoring
Authors: Kondageski Charles , Schroeder Humberto Kluge , Mussi Antonio Cesar de Melo , Guiotoku Cezar Massaru , Sousa Marcela de Moraes Barros , Nunes Jean Costa
Published: September 2023

Introduction/Background: Surgery plays a crucial role in the surgical management of posterior fossa tumors in children, but maximizing the resection while preserving function remains challenging. Along with other tools available to the surgeon, intraoperative neuromonitoring aims at improving safety during these complex interventions. This case report highlights the role of real-time intraoperative neuromonitoring during surgery and its impact on the surgeon's decision-making process.
Case report: We present the case of a 10-year-old boy with a fourth ventricle medulloblastoma, who underwent microneurosurgical resection under intraoperative neuromonitoring. The use of neurophysiological monitoring yielded relevant information during the tumor dissection of the floor of the fourth ventricle, the most crucial step of surgery, thus helping the surgeon to change tactics to minimize long-term neurological deficits.
Conclusion: In combination with meticulous microneurosurgery techniques, modern anesthetic regimens, and ultrasonic aspiration, intraoperative neuromonitoring adds up to the surgeon's armamentarium for increasing safety and improving outcomes following surgery for pediatric patients bearing posterior fossa tumors.
Response to “Commentary on “Arachnoid cysts of the quadrigeminal cistern: Proposal of a therapeutic algorithm based on a systematic review of literature””
Authors: Furtado Leopoldo Mandic
Published: September 2023

Response to the letter Dear Dr. Luca Massimi Title: Response to the commentary regarding “Arachnoid cysts of the quadrigeminal cistern: Proposal of a therapeutic algorithm based on a systematic review of literature” by Ferreira Furtado et al. We appreciate your consideration of our manuscript and for sharing reviewer’s comments, which would add relevant information for the readers and enhance the discussion of this enthusiastic theme. Indeed, the quadrigeminal arachnoid cysts (QACs) are positioned on the core of encephalon and its management is challenging. Owing to this rarity, there is a paucity of evidence in the literature as well you postulated. We thank you for the comment regarding the shape of QACs and its relationship with the occurrence of aqueduct compression and an increased risk of developing hydrocephalus. In fact, a description of the anatomy of the quadrigeminal cistern allows the reader to understand the physiopathology of hydrocephalus and better surgical approaches. To our knowledge, further studies are required to investigate the variations in the shapes of QACs in order to quantify such risks. Moreover, we found that your experience of effectiveness is valid even in younger patients. Nevertheless, because of the incipient maturation aspects of cerebrospinal fluid pathway before sixth month, certain evidences of recurrence of QACs as per previous studies, and sufficient evidence to corroborate otherwise, the decision to consider age and the option of coagulation of choroid plexus is consistent with the large series of hydrocephalus treatment. [1] Choroid plexus coagulation in the context of QACs intends to increase the chance to control the hydrocephalus and reduce recurrence in this group of patients. Furthermore, to our knowledge, this proposed algorithm plays a role in compiling some findings and is limited due to the rarity of this disease. Therefore, we are aware that it will be required to contribute to this field of knowledge and further studies will help in achieving better evidences.
Best regards
Leopoldo M Furtado et al
Building Pedagogical Partnership Competence Among Primary School Teachers
Authors: Melenets Liudmyla , Savchenko Svitlana , Kravchuk Larysa , Poliakova Olena , Сherpak Yurii , Shcherbyna Viktoriia
Published: September 2023

Purpose. The objective of the study was to determine the pedagogical association competence and the methods for its development among primary school teachers. methods. In the investigation, the methods of survey by questionnaire, observation and evaluation of experts were applied. The methods of mathematical statistics were also used to process the results of the data obtained. Results. The general analysis of the research results shows that the majority of primary school teachers have a work experience of 5 to 10 years (35%) and 10 to 15 years (20%). Regarding the pedagogical collaboration with parents, 60% of teachers are involved in it, while 40% are not. However, 70% of teachers involve parents in solving issues related to the education and upbringing of students. conclusions. The study showed that the proposed curriculum was effective in building the pedagogical association competence. Most of the teachers had more than 5 years of work experience, so they had already gained enough experience in upskilling and developing pedagogical partnership strategies. However, according to the results of the work, the proposed training program is highly effective. Perspectives. Future research should focus on studying the effectiveness of the main methods of pedagogical interaction.
Gestión pedagógica: Calidad del servicio en educación inicial
Authors: Chávez Sosa Delfín , Franco Medina Jorge Lázaro , Alberto Bueno Ramón Osorio , Salazar Llerena Silvia Liliana , Escudero Vílchez Fernando Emilio
Published: September 2023

Este artículo tiene como fin determinar la relación entre la gestión pedagógica y la calidad del servicio en educación inicial de la institución particular “Aprendo Jugando”, San Martín de Porres, en Lima - Perú; se tuvo un método cuantitativo aplicado, no experimental, nivel correlacional. Tras aplicar la correlación Spearman se obtuvo que la gestión pedagógica y calidad del servicio se relacionan, cuyo valor fue de r=0.789 y p=0.00. Estos resultados permitieron concluir que la institución educativa debe fomentar cambios internos para mejorar la gestión pedagógica, ya sea a través de herramientas metodológicas y actividades. Asimismo, resulta necesario que los docentes tengan mayor compromiso y liderazgo para influir positivamente en la educación de los estudiantes.
The Impact of Digitization of Libraries on the Educational Process in the Context of Distance Learning
Authors: Ponomarenko Larysa , Matviichuk Oksana , Plytus Oleksandra , Postelzhuk Olena , Pavlenko Tetiana , Honcharenko Olena
Published: September 2023

The aim of this work is to determine the effectiveness of the impact of digitization of libraries on the educational process in the context of distance learning. The aim was achieved through the use of the Likert scale, the coefficients of the sample value, effectiveness, and correlation. In most cases, students visit websites and blogs of the library to find materials for writing research papers (0.92), which contributes to the deepening of knowledge. A total of 81% of students were found to have a positive attitude towards using the benefits of digitization of educational libraries to support learning. During training, students obtained a high level of knowledge for understanding theoretical material (0.29) and writing research papers (0.28). The prospects of the study are related to the comparison of the effectiveness of the distance and traditional learning with the involvement of the possibilities of the digitization process of educational libraries.
Evaluación en el Bachillerato General Unificado de Ecuador: Una mirada crítica a la implementación y sus implicaciones
Authors: Ordóñez-Barberán Plutarco Severo , Pulgarín-Sánchez Juana Nohemy , Jiménez-Barreto Tania del Rocío , Anzoátegui-Urdín Sayonara Marina de Lourdes
Published: September 2023

La evaluación en el Bachillerato General Unificado (BGU) de Ecuador ha sido un tema de discusión y debate desde su implementación en 2011. El objetivo de investigación que orienta este artículo es analizar críticamente la literatura existente sobre la evaluación en el BGU y las implicaciones que esos procesos evaluativos tienen para el sistema educativo ecuatoriano y en el perfil de los bachilleres que egresan de ese nivel. De esta forma, en el texto se describe, en un primer momento, el enfoque del BGU, el cual privilegia el desarrollo de competencias y habilidades en lugar de la memorización o repetición de información. En segunda instancia, se realiza el análisis crítico de los diferentes tipos de evaluación utilizados en el BGU, incluyendo las evaluaciones internas y externas, las pruebas de aptitud y las evaluaciones de desempeño. Entre los hallazgos del estudio, se evidencia que uno de los principales desafíos que existe en la actualidad es la falta de una guía clara para la evaluación, lo que ha llevado a la variabilidad en los criterios de evaluación utilizados por los docentes. Esto puede afectar la equidad en la evaluación y la calidad del aprendizaje de los estudiantes. Finalmente, se concluye que la evaluación en el BGU necesita ser reformada o, cuando menos reforzada en cuanto a sus estrategias y herramientas para mejorar su efectividad en la promoción de un aprendizaje significativo y la educación inclusiva que se erige como paradigma en el país.
The Interaction of Pedagogy and the Media in Ecuadorian Education: Challenges and Opportunities
Authors: Paredes-Peralta Diana Casandra , Paredes-Peralta Armando Vinicio , Sarmiento-Chugcho Kleber Oswaldo , Pizarro-Romero Johanna
Published: September 2023

Certainly, the relationship between pedagogy and the media today can take various forms, such as the production of educational content by the media or the collaboration between educational institutions and the media to bring education to remote communities. This article proposes a critical analysis of this interaction between pedagogical praxis and the media, based on a conceptual and historical retrospective that shows, in Ecuador, positive experiences such as television programs with pedagogical purposes and websites that offer resources and free educational programs to communities with limited access to education. However, this relationship also faces challenges, such as the lack of technology training for educators and the digital divide in some areas of the country. It is necessary to address these challenges to ensure that the collaboration between pedagogy and the media, rather than reactive, is proactive from both spaces. In any case, through effective collaboration, it is possible to improve the quality and accessibility of education, providing more people in the country with the necessary tools to succeed in their academic and professional lives.
Implementation of Steam Technologies for Building Digital Competence of Future Music Art Teachers
Authors: Provorova Yevheniia , Arystova Liudmyla , Gorozhankina Oksana , Lotsman Ruslana , Lievit Dmytro
Published: September 2023

The aim of the work is to determine the effectiveness of the implementation of STEAM technologies for building the digital competence of future music art teachers. This aim was achieved through a sociological survey, effectiveness calculations, variation, statistical error. It was established that most students' digital competence level was low (47%) before the study, which affected their level of knowledge. Only 12% of the students had a high level of digital competence. The obtained data contributed to developing approaches to training future music art teachers using STEAM technologies and digital opportunities. It was found that the use of the Vocal Range Vocaberry application has a greater impact on students’ digital competence, as the results are related to the detailed study of approaches to voice development. This approach to learning contributed to the acquisition of high-level knowledge by a greater proportion of students (71%). The practical significance of the work is related to the possibility of improving the system of training music art teachers with the use of digital technologies. Further research may focus on establishing the effectiveness of various vocal training programmes for future teachers.
Aportes de la pedagogía decolonial transdisciplinaria a la transformación universitaria
Authors: Méndez Reyes Johan , Padrón Medina Ana
Published: September 2023

Este artículo tiene como propósito analizar los aportes de la pedagogía decolonial transdisciplinaria a la transformación universitaria. Para ello se seleccionan algunos autores, como referencia epistemológica para ahondar en la problemática seleccionada, tales como; Freire (1982), Freire (1997), Freire (2001), (Castro-Gómez y Grosfoguel, 2007), (Walsh, 2014), (Walsh, 2020), (Méndez, 2021), entre otros. La metodología trabajada se enmarca en la tradición cualitativa, especialmente con el método y diseño hermenéutico que permite interpretar los textos en su contexto. Se concluye que la pedagogía decolonial transdisciplinaria debe repensar la complejidad que tienen en si misma las universidades contemporáneas; por lo que ella debe estar impregnada del principio de esperanza, para fortalecer su praxis socioeducativa, reconociendo los espacios para la acción necesaria de acompañar un proyecto otro que frene la explotación, expropiación, desigualdades e injusticia aún presentes en nuestras sociedades. Se recomienda continuar profundizando los criterios epistemológicos de la pedagogía decolonial transdisciplinaria para que contribuya no solo a las transformaciones universitarias que se necesitan, sino también a que dé respuestas teóricas y prácticas tanto a las demandas de la sociedad, como a sus problemas estructurales.
Formation of Project Culture in Future Teachers
Authors: Haleta Yaroslav , Kozlenko Volodymyr , Riabovol Liliia , Filonenko Oksana , Kravtsova Tetiana
Published: September 2023

The purpose of the article is to present the methodology of forming the project culture of futureteachers. The methodological basis of the research is: modern ideas of the dialectic of the general, special and individual in the formation of project culture; philosophy of a subjective-humanistic approach to education; theoretical provisions about the social, active and creative essence of the individual, the mechanisms and conditions of its self-expression in culture; the theory of complex personality development and the formation of knowledge, abilities and skills; fundamental studies of the development of the general and professional culture of the teacher. Today, students have to cope with a large volume of tasks, have time to live and study. At the same time, today most students are not ready for the challenges of modern society. The process of forming a project culture should be aimed at creating a project-innovative environment in an educational institution, that is, creating conditions for the emergence, development and implementation of projects. Project-based learning targets future teachers foracademic, personal, and career success, and prepares them for the challenges they will face in their future careers.
Desarrollo de una plataforma digital para la lectura autónoma del idioma inglés mediante la técnica de comprensión literal
Authors: Zapata – Vega Sandra , Tejada Castro Mariuxi Ileana , Samaniego Orrala Jorge Andrés , Peñafiel Cox María Fernanda , Guerrero –Zambrano Erick
Published: September 2023

El presente artículo propone la creación de una plataforma digital como aporte al proceso de enseñanza y aprendizaje de la lectura en inglés. El propósito es llevar un control de la actividad lectora autónoma a través de la técnica de comprensión literal que el docente emplea en su cátedra. Este sistema web se desarrolló mediante el lenguaje de programación PHP y el Framework Laravel, con el patrón de diseño MVC, y se utilizó la base de datos MySQL. La Metodología Cascada fue empleada para la realización de este software. La entrevista realizada al coordinador y docente del área de inglés y la encuesta aplicada a los estudiantes de la Universidad de Guayaquil, evidenciaron la necesidad de manejar un sistema web para reforzar el nivel literal lector en el alumnado.
New Subjectness in the Conditions of Sociotechnical Space
Authors: Evgeniya Nikolaeva , Aisylu Kamaleeva , Mikhail Nikolaev
Published: September 2023

The paper investigates the emergence of the phenomenon of new subjectness that arises from the integration of artificial and natural fields in contemporary socio-technical reality. It aims to challenge the subject-object dichotomy established by Modern philosophy tradition. To support this goal, the paper draws on the philosophical views of the proponents of Object-Oriented Ontology (Manuel DeLanda, Graham Harman) and Actor-Network theory (Bruno Latour, John Law). These contemporary philosophers substantiate the idea of distributed hybrid subjectness as the result of multiple network interactions, which can be interpreted using John Law's "method assemblage". This method disregards the attitudes of classical metaphysics and leads to the conclusion that new subjectivity arises from chaotic reality and manifests through the continuous formation and reformation of "bundles of relations". In those relations, it is impossible to differentiate between subject and object, as these roles roles are mobile and volatile.
Programa didáctico para el emprendimiento en estudiantes de la carrera de Educación Inicial
Authors: Mera Cantos María Fernanda
Published: September 2023

El desarrollo del presente trabajo de investigación se realizó con la finalidad de diseñar estrategias para un programa didáctico, dirigido al fortalecimiento del emprendimiento en estudiantes de la carrera de Educación Inicial en una Universidad de Guayaquil. Se implementó un enfoque cuantitativo, no experimental transversal, descriptivo, propositivo. La población elegida estuvo conformada por 37 estudiantes de la carrera de Educación Inicial. Se aplicó la técnica de encuesta, con un cuestionario de 20 preguntas validadas por juicio de expertos. Dicho cuestionario se realizó mediante un Formulario de Google, que permitió identificar los conocimientos que tienen los estudiantes acerca de las variables de estudio. Los resultados obtenidos se analizaron mediante el uso de herramientas informáticas y estadísticas. Se concluye que es altamente pertinente la propuesta de un programa didáctico para fortalecer el emprendimiento en los estudiantes de la carrera de Educación Inicial en una Universidad de Guayaquil, ya que se evidenció que los estudiantes encuestados están dispuestos a la implementación del programa, a fin de reforzar sus habilidades y destrezas para poner en práctica el emprendimiento como iniciativa para crear proyectos, generar ingresos económicos y convertirse en futuros empresarios.
La presencia del yumbo en la nueva generación de compositores ecuatorianos
Authors: Guzmán Barrios Rafael
Published: September 2023

La presente investigación se propuso valorar la presencia del yumbo en las obras de titulación de cinco compositores/as graduados/as en la primera cohorte del programa de maestría en Composición Musical y Artes Sonoras, de la Universidad de las Artes de Guayaquil, Ecuador. Para lograrlo se aplicó la teoría de los tópicos, específicamente implementando los enfoques que proponen Melanie Plesch y Juan Francisco Sans, con énfasis en este último que se desmarca de las lecturas semióticas más utilizadas, para proponer una funcionalidad más efectiva y práctica, liberándola de pesados lastres inoperantes e implementarla en función de la realidad musical latinoamericana. Se describieron los orígenes del yumbo de acuerdo a las investigaciones de estudiosos como Juan Mullo Sandoval y Terry Pazmiño Trotta, para valorar, desde el análisis musical y con auxilio de indicadores de topicidad, las cinco obras seleccionadas. Finalmente se demuestra, desde el punto de vista del analista receptor, que las obras presentan un índice de topicidad medio-alto, evidenciando la presencia e importancia del yumbo en las diferentes obras y formatos instrumentales que se abordan, lo que evidencia la fuerza, diversidad, riqueza y sentido identitario de la creación musical ecuatoriana contemporánea.
El neuromarketing y su relación en la decisión de las personas para seleccionar una institución bancaria privada en el Ecuador
Authors: Muñoz Colobon Grace Nicole , Cueva Estrada Jorge , Sumba Nacipucha Nicolás
Published: September 2023

El estudio busca determinar la relación existente entre el neuromarketing y la decisión de las personas para elegir ser clientes de una institución bancaria, para ello se hizo uso de la observación y la encuesta. A partir de ello se obtuvo como resultado la existencia de una correlación positiva media (Rho de Spearman=.717) entre las variables antes mencionadas. Adicionalmente, se evaluó relación existente entre el marketing tradicional y la decisión de las personas para elegir ser clientes de una entidad bancaria, cuyo resultado alcanzado fue mayor, dado que se demostró una correlación positiva fuerte (Rho de Spearman=.876) entre las dos variables. El estudio resalta la efectividad de estrategias visuales en neuromarketing en bancos ecuatorianos, como vestimenta elegante y arquitectura impactante. Aunque el marketing digital crece, los canales físicos siguen siendo relevantes debido a preferencias y seguridad. Servicios, productos, rentabilidad y facilidad de uso son clave en decisiones bancarias. Integrar técnicas de neuromarketing complementa las estrategias tradicionales de manera significativa.
Política internacional, política armamentista y religiosidad medieval en la Batalla de Hastings, a la luz del tapiz de Bayeux
Authors: González González George
Published: September 2023

El presente artículo se refiere a un estudio sobre la política medieval vista desde el llamado tapiz de Bayeux, que nos muestra las hazañas que circundaron la conquista de Inglaterra por los normandos, acontecimiento este que marcó la política medieval, lo que se exterioriza en la obra de arte, para mostrar a la posteridad la praxis bélica que se llevó a cabo tanto por parte del ejército normando como por el sajón. Todos estos sucesos son plasmados por los artistas y artesanos bajo escenas e inscripciones, que van señalando una política internacional y armamentista muy particulares, bajo la injerencia religiosa de la época.
The Use of Creative Projects for the Enhancement of Primary School Students' Learning Motivation
Authors: Ostrovska Marianna , Margitych Kateryna , Bryzhak Nadiia , Bopko Ihor , Bedevelska Marianna
Published: September 2023

This study aimed to investigate the impact of the creative projects method on the motivation of primary school students. The research employed a combination of semi-structured interviews and surveys, utilizing the Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking (TTCT)and the Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionnaire (MSLQ). Data analysis included mathematical techniques, Pearson's test, Cohen's kappa, and Cronbach's alpha coefficients. Results revealed that nearly half of the teachers surveyed did not employ thecreative projects method in primary school, citing concerns about students' readiness. However, teachers utilizing this approach reported positive effects on students' cognitive engagement in the classroom. The study confirmed that the creative projects method led to increased levels of creativity and heightened learning motivation among primary school students. Notably, there was an average academic performance improvement of 6% observed among third-grade pupils over a six-month period. Consequently, the creative projects method significantly enhances student activity, fosters creativity, stimulates motivation, and improves academic success. Future research should expand on the influence of this method on motivation across all educational grade levels.
Results of the operations carried out by Policía Nacional del Ecuador to seize drugs in zone 1 in the year 2022
Authors: Cerda Fausto Patricio Olivo , Moscoso Sandra Patricia Pazmiño , Araguillin Jacqueline Alexandra Haro
Published: September 2023

Drug trafficking is one of the most serious problems facing the country and has increased significantly in recent years. Narcotics are transported daily in different parts of the national territory. The comparison of the amount of drugs seized in the airports of Quito and Guayaquil and the port of this one in 2020 and 2022 is analyzed and the percentage variation of intentional homicides in Zone 1 during the year 2022. Policía Nacional del Ecuador, through Dirección Nacional de Investigación Antinarcóticos (DNAI), conducts operations that allow the seizure of the aforementioned substances, acting within the current legal framework with the aim of dismantling organised criminal groups that intend to distribute different quantities of narcotics to different countries, a phenomenon of global importance. The results of the operations carried out in 2022 by the Policía Nacional del Ecuador through DNAI for the seizure of narcotics will be analyzed, allowing to obtain favorable results, by one of the most important public institution in the country works.
Optimizing Legal Frameworks for Protecting Investor Rights in Sustainable International Road Projects
Authors:   PhD researcher at Tashkent State University of Law, Erniyazov Islam
Published: September 2023

This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of existing legal frameworks and dispute settlement mechanisms for protecting investor rights in complex cross-border road construction projects while balancing wider public welfare concerns. It examines limitations in current investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) models and arbitral practices prevalent in bilateral investment treaties and contracts. Through extensive review of regulations, case law, data and expert perspectives, tailored recommendations are developed to advance substantive and procedural reforms for optimizing investor protections equitably within a sustainable development paradigm. The study aims to inform policymaking on designing synergistic international legal systems that enable global road infrastructure development aligning private investment incentives with public goals of connectivity, sustainability and resilience.
Analysis of the Effect of Return on Assets (ROA) and Current Ratio (CR), on Stock Prices with Earnings Per Share (EPS) as a Moderation Variable (On the Mining Sector on the IDX 2020- 2022)
Authors:   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, Fangohoi Lanny , Yuniarti Sari ,   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia, Respati Harianto ,   University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia
Published: September 2023

In the investment world, investment decisions are important in determining future investment success. In capital market activities, stock prices are a very important factor and need to be considered by investors because stock prices show the performance of the issuer. One of them is a mining company in Indonesia. The stock price also shows the value of the company, with the higher the stock price of a company, the higher the value of the company and vice versa. Return On Assets (ROA) is a ratio of profitability that shows the result (return) on the total assets used in the Company. The current ratio (CR) is a liquidity ratio that compares the company's current assets with the company's current liabilities. Earnings per share (EPS) is an important indicator in fundamental stock analysis, which describes how much profit a company generates for each share owned by an investor. This study uses regression analysis which aims to determine the effect of variable performance, at least in terms of ROA, does not affect the value of the company's shares in the time period studied. The Current Ratio (CR) also does not affect the share price of mining companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the 2020–2022 period. This means that the company's liquidity level as measured by CR does not significantly affect the company's share price in the market. In the mining industry listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the 2020–2022 period, earnings per share (EPS) does not affect the effect of Return On Assets (ROA) on stock prices. In other words, a change in a company's EPS does not change how ROA affects its share price. Earning Per Share (EPS) is also not able to moderate the influence of the Current Ratio (CR) on share prices in the mining industry which are listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the 2020–2022 period. This means that a change in a company's EPS does not change the way CR affects the company's stock price.
On the Role of Court Interpreter
Authors: Syzdykov Mirzakhmet
Published: September 2023

While the past research work was focused on the abstract concepts of the judicial (legal) system and the role of court interpreter in it, in this short article we give the exact answer why the role of court interpreter is important to us with respect to the situation on relativism of social constructionism and the practical meaning of the main question. The definition of the term “financial risks” is also given with respect to the changing role of court interpreter between his main role and role of the lawyer when representing the interests of the participants in the legal system during the time period of approbation of the court law deal.
LEVEL OF UNDERSTANDING IN ASSOCIATIVE SEMANTICS AMONG AB-ENGLISH STUDENTS: BASIS FOR INTERVENTION PROGRAM
Authors: ARTIEDA SEAN GERARD B. , BERMEJO JAYRON D.
Published: September 2023

The presented study aims to check the level of understanding in associative semantics among AB-English students as basis for an intervention program to further improve comprehension as English major student. The framework of this study is supported by the mind of Noam Chomsky with his work in innateness theory. Moreover, this study used a descriptive-evaluative method designed to determine the level of understanding in associative semantics of fifty (50) students under the AB-English program of Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Colleges-Marbel, Inc. (RMMC-MI) who were selected purposively. A test questionnaire of fourty (40) items was used to determine the levels of understanding of the respondents in denotative and connotative, with twenty items for each level for the creation of an intervention program suited to enhance their ability to understand context words, and multiple lexicalities. Finally, the findings stated that out of twenty (20) item each test, students averaged a score of ranging to “Good” in denotative part of test, while still a “Good” range in connotative part. The results revealed that among the fifty (50) students who partake the test, their combine score average is interpreted as “Good”. Thus, a recommended supplemental intervention program is needed to enforce understanding in associative semantics through refresher and engaging activities for the AB-English students of RMMC-MI.
A Helping Hand to Rural Public School in Sri Lanka
Authors: Bandara T W M A J , Sandamali J D
Published: September 2023

Public schools located in rural areas in Sri Lanka seem to be neglected and both educational resources and infrastructure facilities are extremely poor in most of these types of schools. This project is an interventional project carried out in a rural school located in Moneragala district with the aim of supporting to improve education and wellbeing of the students learning in the selected school. Few major issues were identified including inadequate infrastructure and sanitary facilities, poor road accesses, inadequate staff, non-availability of quality and adequate amount of reading materials and nonexistence of School Health Programmes. Few interventions were applied to rectify few prioritized issues which investigators make intervene. Applied interventions successfully improved the problems prioritized. Students and the staff members were very satisfied about the intervention. However, study found that major interventions are required at the national level to rectify the issues identified. Nevertheless, such simple interventions can be applied by any organization and or individual level to help education and wellbeing of the future generation in Sri Lanka. rural children. Most children have to contribute to family income. Most parents in these communities cannot afford the education of their children [5]. Some schools have no drinking water and sanitary facilities, lab facilities, electricity and the communication facilities are not available. Road accesses to most of these schools are very unsatisfactory. Some researchers have found that wild attacks are common in the schools located in Northern and North eastern provinces. Most of them are underfunded and difficult in fulfilling basic requirements required for the education. Teacher shortage is severe and skilled teachers turn away from rural schools due to lack of amenities mainly unavailability of quarters. Rural students frequently have high dropout and low level of reading and numeracy due to these issues. Moreover, the student performances are low in stated provinces. As many studies highlighted a few challenges such as lack of robust national policy, unplanned policy changes done by the political leaders, politicization of recruiting procedures and inability of identifying real needs of the country which hinders the attempts taken by the relevant authorities [6].
A PROFISSÃO DO PROFESSOR: ENTRE O MARCO LEGAL E A REALIDADE VIVIDA NO IFAM CAMPUS COARI-AM
Authors: De Souza Juliete Sombra , Peres Claudio Afonso
Published: September 2023

O presente artigo apresenta os desafios para o Desenvolvimento Profissional Docente (DPD) no Campus Coari do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia (IFAM), tanto no que se refere ao estrito cumprimento da legislação que ampara a carreira do professor, quanto no cumprimento dos deveres funcionais. Neste estudo, objetivamos compreender os principais fatores que implicam nas dificuldades para o trabalho docente e que influenciam no desenvolvimento profissional. Trata-se de um estudo qualitativo, resultado do Projeto de Conclusão do Curso Técnico (PCCT) em Administração, na modalidade subsequente, realizado no Campus Coari. Foram coletados dados por intermédio de entrevistas junto aos professores do Campus, observação da realidade local, estudo do marco legal relativo à profissão docente, além de estudo teórico nos campos da formação de professores e gestão de pessoas. O trabalho trouxe reflexões e inquietações diversas sobre o exercício da docência em contextos complexos como o IFAM e o município de Coari.
CONHECIMENTO DOS PROFISSIONAIS DA EDUCAÇÃO EM PRIMEIROS SOCORROS EM UMA ESCOLA PÚBLICA DE RIO BRANCO – ACRE
Authors: Ribeiro Maya Deryck , Pereira Bezerra Freitas Jordana , Sousa da Silva Maria Claudiane , Ferreira de Arruda Eder , Da Silva Nogueira Natassia , Gonçalves da Silva Abigail
Published: September 2023

Introdução: Primeiros socorros são cuidados prestados à vítima de situações de urgência e emergência visando garantir a vida, proporcionar bem-estar e evitar agravamento de lesões. As principais ocorrências acometem crianças e adolescentes em idade escolar, sendo os profissionais da educação, os primeiros a terem contato com o incidente até a chegada do serviço de urgência e emergência. Objetivo: identificar o conhecimento dos profissionais da educação acerca dos primeiros socorros em uma escola pública de Rio Branco - Acre. Método: Trata-se de um estudo de natureza básica, de caráter exploratório-descritiva, com abordagem qualiquantitativa envolvendo 31 profissionais da educação. Para coleta de dados foi aplicado um questionário para reconhecimento da situação dos profissionais da educação acerca da prestação de cuidados em primeiros socorros. Resultados: Observou-se que 71% dos profissionais da educação nunca realizaram nenhum tipo de capacitação em noções de primeiros socorros os conhecimentos sobre primeiros socorros se mostraram insuficientes e a maioria dos participantes, embora considerassem orientações importantes, se sentiam despreparadas para atendimento de alguma emergência no espaço escolar. Conclusão: Se faz necessária a realização de ações e medidas de capacitação da equipe de profissionais em primeiros socorros a fim de que se cumpra a legislação vigente, bem como essas orientações também podem ser estendidas aos estudantes.
Travel Capital: A Qualitative Study on Traveler Earnings
Authors: ERDEM Ramazan , ÖZMEN Sümeyye , ALKAN Ahmet , İZGÜDEN Dilruba , BAĞIRSAKCI Nuray
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this study is to determine the earnings that people get at the end of their journey. The phenomenology approach, one of the qualitative research designs, was used in the study. Snowball sampling technique, which is one of the purposeful sampling methods, was used to determine the participants of the study. In order to obtain the views of the participants, in-depth interviews were conducted with a total of 18 travelers using a semi-structured interview form. In the analysis, three different themes were obtained; the meaning of travel, the reasons for the trip and the results of the trip. As a result of the study, while the reasons for the travel are personal preferences and requirements; it has been seen that people attribute meanings to travel such as discovery, learning and development, lifestyle, courage, purification and interaction. The results of travel show itself in the form of learning and development, change in life philosophy, gaining social reputation, psychological gains, material gains, positive externalities, changes in habits and other gains. In the study, based on Bourdieu's classification, the concept of 'Travel Capital' as a new capital classification related to earnings obtained as a result of travels is discussed. In conclusion; travel capital can be defined as the whole of the material and spiritual experiences that people who set out for a purpose and complete their journey by consciously ascribing meaning, together with the places they travel, the people they meet, and the experiences they have had.
Comparative Protein Profiling of Blood and Milk of Early Pregnant Buffaloes Using SDS-PAGE
Authors: Singh Samridhi , Choudhary Ratan K , Singh Navdeep
Published: September 2023

Conventional methods for detecting pregnancy in buffalo are inefficient before 30-days after artificial insemination. A proteomic approach for high-resolution analysis of blood plasma and milk proteins by SDS polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE) is of great importance. Blood and milk samples were collected on days 0 (before insemination) and 20 and 25 after insemination from retrospective pregnant (n = 6) and non-pregnant (n = 6) animals. An equal volume of samples was loaded in (12%-4%) SDS gel to resolve major plasma and milk proteins. Plasma proteins showed three distinct zones – high, medium, and low molecular weight (MW). In the high MW zone (135 - 250 kDa), ~208 kDa and ~190 kDa proteins were visible. In the moderate MW zone (60 -75 kDa), 5-6 proteins like albumin (~70 kDa), 75 kDa, and 63 kDa consisting of pregnancy-associated glycoproteins, ~73 kDa being dominant. In the low MW zone (25 – 35 kDa), a clear band of 27 kDa was visible. Proteins in milk supernatants showed four distinct zones of proteins – very high, high, medium, and low molecular weight (MW) zones. In the very high MW zone (135 - 250 kDa), ~208 kDa and ~190 kDa proteins were visible. In the high MW zone (60 -75 kDa), proteins like lactoferrin (~78.2 kDa), 73 kDa, albumen (~66 kDa), and a heavy chain of immunoglobulin (IgG) (~54 kDa) were detected. In the medium MW zone (25 – 35 kDa), clear bands of milk caseins, namely thick alpha S2 casein (29 kDa), and other caseins. In the low MW zone (11 – 20 kDa), two thick bands of 18 kDa and 12 kDa were visible. The mean gray values (sum of the gray values of all the pixels in the peak divided by the number of pixels) of the 73 kDa protein peak were analyzed in two-way ANOVA using GraphPad (ver 8.0). Repeated measures of ANOVA were selected where pregnancy status (pregnant and non-pregnant) defined column factor and time (0-, 20- and 25-day) defined row factor. The expression of 73 kDa protein in blood plasma was higher (P = 0.04) in pregnant women than in non-pregnant buffaloes at 20- and 25-days after insemination. However, in milk, there was no difference in the expression of the 73 kDa protein between pregnant and non-pregnant buffaloes across time. Variation in animals within the groups was significantly high. The differential expression of ~73 kDa protein in plasma and precise identification of the protein can be a diagnostic marker for early pregnancy detection in buffaloes.
The Role of Visionary Leadership in Achieving Strategic Change Through Strategic Improvisation
Authors: Kadhum Ayad Hassan , Muttar Laith Ali , Khait Ahmed Abdulhasan
Published: September 2023

The research seeks to explain the role of visionary leadership in strategic change through a modern and contemporary theoretical framework for the most prominent presentations of writers and authors on research variables, especially independent variables, visionary leadership and strategic improvisation, which have become the subject of interest's academics' , especially in environments with dynamism and rapid change, as well as a practical framework. My analysis of the opinions of a sample of university leaders in private colleges. The aim of the research is to indicate a set of objectives, including: a statement of the relationship between the dimensions of visionary leadership and strategic change, and between improvisation and strategic change and the dimensions of visionary leadership and strategic change through strategic improvisation in private colleges, the research sample, as well as a statement of the effect between these variables, and the research was conducted on a sample It includes 81 university leaders in private colleges in Baghdad, relying on the questionnaire as a basic tool in data collection. The results of the study indicated that the hypotheses of the relationship and influence between all the variables of the study were achieved with varying results, especially with regard to visionary leadership, strategic change, improvisation, and strategic change.
Systematic Literature Review of Customs Fees Through Schools of Economic Thought and their Role in Supporting the State Treasury
Authors: Shebl Maather Timol , Jabbar Yusra Rasim
Published: September 2023

The goal of this research is to look at a variety of pertinent publications in order to contrast custom duties with the function of the state treasury and develop future research issues. This article does a systematic review of the literature on custom duty research published during 1990 and 2023. The analysis takes use of Scopus data in addition to pertinent terms such as custom duties and the role of state treasury. This complete literature evaluation was selected from 537 articles. This research found that investing in customs duties is critical for assuring the prosperity of a nation. To enhance customs duties and the role of the state treasury, it is vital to concentrate on critical topics that will benefit the country's growth. Therefore, the role of the state treasury system and transparent customs duties are critical for the nation sustainable development. This work established seven research topics for future researchers following a review and analysis of the custom duty’s literature, enabling the research to be carried out.
Tourism Expenditure of the Philippines: A Regression Analysis
Authors: Cheyserr C. Lelis
Published: September 2023

This research conducts an extensive analysis of tourism expenditure trends in the Philippines, encompassing both inbound and domestic travel. The study relies on secondary data sourced from the Department of Tourism, covering the period from 2000 to 2022. Through the application of statistical tools like mean and standard deviation calculations, as well as linear regression analysis, this investigation reveals intricate patterns inherent in the dataset. The analysis emphasizes the economic significance of domestic tourism, consistently outpacing expenditure on inbound tourism. Notably, there has been a notable upward trajectory in domestic spending, particularly noticeable from around 2010 onwards, indicating a growing interest among Filipinos in exploring their own country. Conversely, inbound expenditure shows fluctuations but experiences substantial growth from 2010 to 2019, signifying an increasing international appeal.
Pengaruh Struktur Modal dan Pertumbuhan Penjualan Terhadap Profitabilitas (Studi Kasus PT. Delta Djakarta Tbk)
Authors: Hermanus Meykel , Silaya Micrets Agustina , Laisila Maya
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana pengaruh struktur modal terhadap profitabilitas, pertumbuhan penjualan terhadap profitabilitas, serta struktur modal dan pertumbuhan penjualan terhadap profitabilitas pada PT. Delta Jakarta Tbk. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian eksplorasi, dengan pendekatan deskriptif kuantitatif melalui Debt to Equity Rasio (DER), Pertumbuhan Penjualan (Sales Growth) dan Return On Asset (ROA) yang dianalisis menggunakan metode regresi linier berganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa struktur modal secara parsial berpengaruh negatif terhadap profitabilitas dengan nilai signifikan 0,033 sedangkan pertumbuhan penjualan secara parsial dengan nilai signifikan 0,211 berpengaruh positif terhadap profitabilitas, sementara kedua variabel independen ini yaitu struktur modal dan pertumbuhan penjualan secara simultan berpengaruh dan signifikan terhadap profitabilitas dengan nilai signifikan 0,041.
Remaja dan Post a Picture (PAP) Media Sosial (Suatu Kajian Psiko-Pastoral terhadap Remaja)
Authors: Lokollo Valenchiend M.T. , Ruimassa Aleta Apriliana
Published: September 2023

Masa remaja merupakan salah satu tahapan perkembangan dalam rentang kehidupan manusia. Istilah remaja merujuk kepada individu yang berada pada tahapan perkembangan pada masa transisi atau peralihan dari anak-anak menuju dewasa. Masa ini disebut juga sebagai masa pencarian identitas yang seringkali di dalam prosesnya individu akan menemui hal-hal yang berpotensi menjadi masalah-masalah yang harus dihadapi. Berhasil atau tidaknya seorang individu menyikapi masalah yang dihadapi akan menentukan berhasil atau tidaknya seseorang untuk memperoleh statusnya sebagai orang dewasa yang sehat baik secara fisik maupun psikis. Perkembangan teknologi dan komunikasi melahirkan apa yang disebut sebagai media sosial. Kalangan remaja menggunakan media sosial untuk berkomunikasi dengan orang lain, membangun relasi dan mengaktualisasikan diri lewat berbagai fitur yang ditawarkan di media sosial salah satunya yaitu berbagi foto dan video. Muncul sebuah istilah yang menggambarkan aktivitas meminta dan mengirim foto di media sosial yang disebut dengan PAP (Post a Picture). Di dalam perkembangannya di media sosial, PAP dapat menjadi hal yang negatif ketika disalahgunakan untuk meminta dan mengirimkan foto seksual atau pornografi. Hal ini menjadi masalah yang dihadapi remaja di era bermedia sosial yang tentu saja berdampak pada perkembangannya. Remaja rentan terjerumus melakukan PAP negatif. Oleh karena itu, remaja perlu ditolong untuk bagaimana seharusnya menyikapi permasalahan tersebut. Pendekatan studi pustaka digunakan untuk mendeskripsikan data mengenai isu PAP negatif, dan juga untuk menganalisa perkembangan remaja dari perspektif psikologi perkembangan. Kajian tersebut menemukan sebuah pelayanan pastoral yang menekankan pada keterbukaan tapi juga kekritisan remaja terhadap penggunaan media sosial.
Peer support and nurse well-being
Authors: Cunningham Tim , Geyer Trina
Published: September 2023

When peer support prioritizes strengths and abundance, nurses can work together to help themselves and their colleagues.
Cesarean birth reduction: EBP in action
Authors: Zwillinger Elizabeth E. , Burke Julia
Published: September 2023

A spirit of inquiry and effective implementation results in improved patient outcomes.
Embrace the challenge
Authors: Moore Elizabeth
Published: September 2023

Lieutenant Commander LaTarya Gulley, MSN, APRN, ACCNS-N, talks about the challenges that forged her career.
Workplace violence policy
Authors: Champlin Emily , Francis Ruth
Published: September 2023

Worker safety requires a combination of nurses voices, policymaker leadership, and employer action.