bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Tinjauan Pengelolaan Piutang pada PT. Sarana Cipta Unggul
Authors: Seputri Natasha Marnafa Setiawan , Nurjanah Yayuk
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACTReceivables are one component of assets that determine the smooth running of a company's operations. In the balance sheet reported in assets. Receivables are liquid current assets because they can be turned into cash immediately, namely within a maximum period of one year. In addition, the amount of company receivables in one period is generally quite material, so that the administration of the recording and presentation must be carried out properly, in accordance with the provisions stipulated in generally accepted financial accounting principles.The purpose of this review is to be able to find out how the policies regarding receivables are and find out how the policies and management of receivables are at PT Sarana Cipta Unggul which is engaged in renting forklifts and heavy equipment. The results of the review show the policy regarding receivables at PT. Sarana Cipta Unggul with the classification of trade receivables, other receivables, employee receivables and Affiliate receivables.The accounting treatment of accounts receivable at PT Sarana Cipta Unggul is actually in accordance with the company's Standard Operating Procedure. This is evidenced by the recognition of receivables by recording leases and receivables income with complete documents. In addition, there is also an aging analysis of receivables. But it still needs to be improved because the average calculation of accounts receivable is still 182.5 days. This indicates that the rotation is running slowly. This means that the collection section is still not working optimally or there are still a lot of bad debts. It is suggested to PT Sarana Cipta Unggul to review its receivables policy to minimize bad debts and to further improve its collection performance..

Keywords: Receivables, Accounts Receivable Policy, Receivable Constraints
Evaluasi Atas Penerapan Akuntansi Murabahah Dalam Kaitannya Dengan Laporan Keuangan
Authors: Syahrina Erna , Rosita Siti Ita
Published: August 2023

Murabahah financing is one of the Islamic financial institutions to improve their business by mobilizing funds from the public through the provision of goods through trading system where the bank buys goods customer's needs. The sale of goods shall state the cost and benefits agreed upon by the seller and the buyer. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the treatment and application of accounting in Islamic banking murabahah relating to the financial statements. The evaluation was done to determine whether the treatment and application of accounting murabahah in the Islamic banking and has been applied in accordance with PSAK No. 102, as well as the presentation offinancial statements in accordance with PSAK No. 101. Research by the author is in PT. Bank BNI Syariah, Tbk Branch located in Bogor , engaged in the field of Islamic banking. Object of research taken in this study is the product Griya with deferred payment system. In a murabahah transaction tough, Bank BM Syariah will record murabahah receivables and deferred murabahah profit. Murabahah tough realized gains will be recorded upon receipt of installments from the customer. Murabahah receivables that have not been repaid by the customer will be reported on the balance sheet at net relisasi value, while a legitimate murabahah profits realiæd will be reported in the income statement. Evaluation results in this study that the application of accounting murabahah punch at PT. Bank BM Syariah, Tbk Bogor Branch in accordance with PSAK No. 102 and presentation offinancial statements in accordance with PSAK No. 101.

Keyword: murabahah accounting, financial statements
Analisis Penerapan Standar Akuntansi Keuangan Entitas Tanpa Akuntabilitas Publik (SAK ETAP) Dalam Pengajian Laporan Keuangan
Authors: Sutarti Sutarti , Djanegara Moermahadi Soerja , Handono Aldy Dwi
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this study was to analyse the application of SAK ETAP inconjunction with the presentation of financial statements in the PDAM Tirta Pakuan Kota Bogor. The analysis is perfomed to determine how financial statements of PDAM Tirta Pakuan are already in accordance with SAK ETAP. The analysis conducted in this study using a descriptive qualitative method while selected data sources are secondary data from financial statements. The selected data collection procedures are literatures and records, field research and interview. The results showed that the cooperative PDAM Tirta Pahcan Kota Bogor has been making adjustments in applying SAK ETAP in the presentation of financial statements, but still not all the adjustments in the SAK ETAP has been applied in the presentation offinancial statements consisting of a balance sheet, profit/loss, change in equity, and cash flow statements. Cooperative PDAM Tirta Pakuan Kota Bogor using SAK ETAP with reporting guidelines are still largely the same as before adopting IFRS GAAP. In general, there are not many significant changes occured. In other words, there was no significant effect happens on the application of GAAP in the financial statements cooperative SAK ETAP PDAM Tirta Pakuan Kota Bogor.

Keyword : SAK ETAP, Presentation of Financial Statements
Analisis Penerapan PSAK 45 (Revisi 2011) Terhadap Penyusunan Laporan Keuangan Entitas Nirlaba
Authors: Hastoni Hastoni , Pamungkas Bambang , Mustikawati Dinah Sobar
Published: August 2023

The financial statement is a very important information to commercial entities and non-profit entities. Due to the existence of the financial statements concemed people can find relevant infomation on the activities undertaken and the progress of the company or organization. Characteristics of non profit entities with different business entities, the main difference lies in the way the fimdamental entity obtaining the resources needed to perform various operations activities. The purpose of this study is to analyze the application of PSAK 45 (Revised 2011) in a non profit entity which shaped the foundation. The analysis was performed to obtain data and information relating to the above problem. In addition, to detennine the extent of compliance or confomity of the financial statements presented by the non profit entity of the provisions contained in Pemyataan Standar Akuntansi Keuangan (PSAK) Number of45 Research conducted by the author is in "Yayasan Dharma Setia Kosgoro" is located in Bogor. Yayasan Dharma Setia Kosgoro is one ofthe foundation which is a unit ofprivate education providers established on 9 September 1987. The results showed that Yayasan Dharma Setia Kosgoro has made the preparation of the financial statements fairly well. Foundations offinancial statements consist ofstatements offinancial position, statement of activities, statement of cash flows, and notes to the financial statements, it is in accordance with PSAK 45.

Keywords : Nonprofit Entities, Financial Statement, PSAK 45
Penerapan Sistem Informasi Akuntansi Penerimaan Dan Pengeluaran Kas Terhadap Pengendalian Kas Pada Bidang PBB Di Dinas Pendapatan Daerah Kabupaten Bogor
Authors: Sutarti Sutarti , Hasibuan David , Suhendra Suhendra
Published: August 2023

The intent and purpose of the author in conducting this study was to test and demonstrate empirically on the application ofAccounting Information Systems cash receipts and expenditures affecting the control of cash on the UN fields in Bogor District Revenue Ofice. This study used a descriptive research method, this is because in its implementation, such as data, analysis and interpretation of the meaning and the data obtained. This study is structured as inductive research is finding and collecting data in the field with the aim to detennine the factors, form elements, and the nature of the phenomenon in the community. With the Cash Receipts Accounting Information Systems, United Nations field can perform registration activities, data collection, assessment, billing, revenue and services more quickly, organized and on time (up to date) and in the presence ofAccounting Information Systems Spending Cash, UN field can be seen available budget either already realized or unrealized in the Financial Statements are prepared in the system.

Keywords: Accounting Informasion System, Cash Receipts, Cash Expenditures.
Pengaruh Profitabilitas, Leverage, Struktur Kepemilikan, Pertumbuhan Penjualan Dan Komisaris Independen Terhadap Manajemen Laba (Studi Empiris Pada Perusahaan Industri Barang Konsumsi yang Terdaftar di BEI Tahun 2012-2014)
Authors: Fahmie Arief
Published: August 2023

The purpose of this research is to analyze and explain the effect of profitability, leverage, ownership structure, sales growth and independent commissioner with earnings management of industry consume goods companies that listed in Indonesian Stock Exchange during 2012 up to 2014. Data collection method used is purposive sampling method, which resulted in 34 companies during three years of observation. And the statistical method used is multiple linear regression and performed classical assumption first. The results showed that partially, profitability and ownership structure effect the earnings management, and then leverage, sales growth, and the independent commissioner does not affect the earnings management. While simultaneous, profitability, leverage, ownership structure, sales growth, and independent commissioner affect the earnings management in industry consume goods companies.
A scoping review of excessive use of mammography screening
Authors: Sala Danila Cristina Paquier , Silva Larissa da , Okuno Meiry Fernanda Pinto , Baumann Ana
Published: August 2023

Objectives: To identify how scholars define excessive screening for women without risk of developing breast cancer, examine the determinants (barriers and facilitators) of excessive use of mammography screening, and describe the rates of observations of excessive use mammography screening.

Methods: Scoping review based on a search in May 2022 in six electronic health databases and libraries. Articles included were peer-reviewed articles, in any language and year of publication.

Results: In a sample of 18 articles, published from 1991 onwards, most of them from the United States, the excessive use of mammography were defined as the intention or performance of mammography outside the recommended age or interval range, among women with limited life expectancy, in coexisting, organized and opportunistic programs. The rates of observations of excessive use of mammography screening in the selected studies ranged from 1.4% to 87,2%. Facilitators for excessive mammography are related concerns of getting cancer; to the medical advice, especially from specialists; and to the increased access to tests. The most exposed to excessive screening are women with higher levels of education and income. Barriers for excessive mammography included guidance in consultations about the harm of mammography and life expectancy by general practitioners, particularly those in primary care.

Conclusion: Our study identified that the excessive use of mammography screening has a high prevalence when done as screening and is permeated by multi-level factors. Our list of determinants can provide some guidance for future studies aiming to de-implement the low-value care of excessive mammography screening.
Tri-Band Rectangular Microstrip Patch Antenna with Enhanced Performance for 5G Applications Using a π-Shaped Slot: Design and Simulation
Authors: Gaid AbdulGuddoos , Ali Mohammed
Published: August 2023

In this study, we propose a compact, tri-band microstrip patch antenna for 5G applications, operating at 28 GHz, 38 GHz, and 60 GHz frequency bands. Starting with a basic rectangular microstrip patch, modifications were made to achieve resonance in the target frequency bands and improve S11 performance, gain, and impedance bandwidth. An inset feed was employed to enhance antenna matching, and a π–shaped slot was incorporated into the radiating patch for better antenna characteristics. The design utilized a Rogers RT/Duroid-5880 substrate with a 0.508 mm thickness, a 2.2 dielectric constant, and a 0.0009 loss tangent. The final dimensions of the antenna are 8 mm x 8.5 mm x 0.508 mm. The maximum S11 values obtained at the resonant frequencies of 27.9 GHz, 38.4 GHz, and 56 GHz are -15.4 dB, -18 dB, and -26.4 dB, respectively. The impedance bandwidths around these frequencies were 1.26 GHz (27.245 – 28.505), 1.08 GHz (37.775 – 38.855), and 12.015 GHz (51.725 – 63.74), respectively. The antenna gains at the resonant frequencies are 7.96 dBi, 6.82 dBi, and 7.93 dBi, respectively. Radiation efficiencies of 88%, 84%, and 90% were achieved at the resonant frequencies. However, it is observed that the radiation is maximum in the broadside direction at 28 GHz, although it peaks at −41/41 and −30/30 at 38 GHz and 56 GHz, respectively. Furthermore, the antenna design, simulations, and optimizations were carried out using HFSS, and the results were verified with CST. Both simulators showed a reasonable degree of consistency, confirming the effectiveness and reliability of the proposed antenna design.
A Review Study on Alternative Conservation and Management Methods to Sustain Medicinal Plants in South Africa
Authors: Shibambu Nyiko Faith , Maluleke Witness
Published: August 2023

The use of indigenous medicinal plants is still prevalent as the most trusted form of health care, predominantly in developing countries. Overuse of medicinal plant resources, coupled with the negative impacts of unpredictable rainfall and rising temperatures, necessitated the development of local methods to conserve medicinal plants. These indigenous conservation methods have proved to be failing and aggravating threats to medicinal plants. This study aimed to review the alternative conservation and management methods to protect medicinal plants in South Africa. A review of the literature presents in situ, ex situ, natural reserves, wild nurseries, botanical gardens, and seed banks as alternative conservation methods proposed and used by scientists to conserve and manage medicinal plant species. These methods are Western practices introduced to the local communities in an effort to conserve and protect the indigenous medicinal plant species for future use and as a cultural heritage. From a qualitative standpoint, this study adopted the interpretivist research design to offer support to employ the systematic review method. Seminal studies on this subject were purposively collected using keywords extracted from the research topic. The collected data was analysed using the inductive Textual Content Analysis (TCA) method. The results of this study reveal that there are various conservation methods that are implemented as strategies to safeguard the existing medicinal plants, and this proves if these methods are implemented correctly these plants will still be available for future use. It is concluded and recommended that the demand for medicinal plants imposes huge threats to their anticipated availabilities, therefore, the relevant stakeholders need to take urgent corrective measures ­concerned parties should be consistently exposed to improved resources, advanced training and better education about the benefits and importance of these plants.

Keywords: Medicinal plants, conservation method, In situ, natural resource
IMPLEMENTING NEW SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT PRACTICES TO IMPROVE INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTIVITY AMID THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Shametova Aigerim , Tazhibekova Kashamida , Biryukov Valeriy , Mazanova Ophelya
Published: August 2023

This study aimed to develop a methodological approach to assessing the major directions for introducing new supply chain management (SCM) methods to improve the industrial enterprises’ productivity during the COVID-19 pandemic and test the developed approach at enterprises in the real economy related to Russia, Kazakhstan, and Azerbaijan. To this end, a comprehensive research project needed to be implemented to assess the main prospects for implementing new SCM practices. The objective was to boost the productivity of the enterprises in the context of the pandemic and identify the main problems hindering the sustainable development of such chains. The testing identified the principal characteristics of supply chains amidst the pandemic, namely reliability (30 experts spoke in favor), resilience (22), and economy (19). At the same time, a sharp decrease was observed concerning the interest in the enterprises’ supply chains optimization (7 experts), flexibility (6), efficiency (2), and environmental friendliness (4). The most promising technologies for the development of supply chains, according to the results of the study, should be considered the Internet of things (µ = 3.8), additive manufacturing (3D printing) (µ = 3.77), big data analytics (µ = 3.73), and blockchain and virtual reality (µ = 3.6 each).
Understanding the Capability of Future Direct-imaging Observations to Quantify Atmospheric Chemical Effects of Stellar Proton Events
Authors: Afentakis Georgios P. , Mullaney Kyla , Chen Howard , Blalack John , Checlair Jade , Abbot Dorian S.
Published: August 2023

Models developed for Earth are often applied in exoplanet contexts. Validation in extraterrestrial settings can provide an important test of model realism and increase our confidence in model predictions. NASA’s upcoming space-based IROUV telescope will provide unprecedented opportunities to perform such tests. Here, we use the Planetary Spectrum Generator to simulate IROUV reflected-light spectroscopic observations of flare-driven photochemical changes produced by the Whole Atmosphere Community Climate Model, part of the Community Earth System Model framework. We find that NO2 is the most observable gas to target, and integrating the signal for two days following the flare and comparing to a baseline of preflare data would achieve the highest signal-to-noise ratio. The NO2 response is much larger for K-star tidally locked planets than G-star rapidly rotating planets and does not depend strongly on O2 level. The NO2 response should be observable for planets within 3–4 pc independent of the phase angle since the amount of reflected light is larger at smaller phases, but the NO2 concentration is low near the substellar point. This work outlines a methodology for validating and ground-truthing atmospheric chemistry models developed for Earth that could be useful for the numerical exploration of exoplanets.
Constraining Cosmology with Machine Learning and Galaxy Clustering: The CAMELS-SAM Suite
Authors: Perez Lucia A. , Genel Shy , Villaescusa-Navarro Francisco , Somerville Rachel S. , Gabrielpillai Austen , Anglés-Alcázar Daniel , Wandelt Benjamin D. , Yung L. Y. Aaron
Published: August 2023

As the next generation of large galaxy surveys come online, it is becoming increasingly important to develop and understand the machine-learning tools that analyze big astronomical data. Neural networks are powerful and capable of probing deep patterns in data, but they must be trained carefully on large and representative data sets. We present a new “hump” of the Cosmology and Astrophysics with MachinE Learning Simulations (CAMELS) project: CAMELS-SAM, encompassing one thousand dark-matter-only simulations of (100 h
−1 cMpc)3 with different cosmological parameters (Ω
m
and σ
8) and run through the Santa Cruz semi-analytic model for galaxy formation over a broad range of astrophysical parameters. As a proof of concept for the power of this vast suite of simulated galaxies in a large volume and broad parameter space, we probe the power of simple clustering summary statistics to marginalize over astrophysics and constrain cosmology using neural networks. We use the two-point correlation, count-in-cells, and void probability functions, and we probe nonlinear and linear scales across 0.68 < R <27 h
−1 cMpc. We find our neural networks can both marginalize over the uncertainties in astrophysics to constrain cosmology to 3%–8% error across various types of galaxy selections, while simultaneously learning about the SC-SAM astrophysical parameters. This work encompasses vital first steps toward creating algorithms able to marginalize over the uncertainties in our galaxy formation models and measure the underlying cosmology of our Universe. CAMELS-SAM has been publicly released alongside the rest of CAMELS, and it offers great potential to many applications of machine learning in astrophysics: https://camels-sam.readthedocs.io.
Hard X-Ray Observation and Multiwavelength Study of the PeVatron Candidate Pulsar Wind Nebula “Dragonfly”
Authors: Woo Jooyun , An Hongjun , Gelfand Joseph D. , Hailey Charles J. , Mori Kaya , Mukherjee Reshmi , Safi-Harb Samar , Temim Tea
Published: August 2023

We studied the PeVatron nature of the pulsar wind nebula (PWN) G75.2+0.1 (“Dragonfly”) as part of our NuSTAR observational campaign of energetic PWNe. The Dragonfly is spatially coincident with LHAASO J2018+3651, whose maximum photon energy is 0.27 PeV. We detected a compact (radius

1
′

) inner nebula of the Dragonfly without a spectral break in 3–20 keV using NuSTAR. A joint analysis of the inner nebula with archival Chandra and XMM-Newton (XMM) observations yields a power-law spectrum with Γ = 1.49 ± 0.03. Synchrotron burnoff is observed from the shrinkage of the NuSTAR nebula at higher energies, from which we infer the magnetic field in the inner nebula of 24 μG at 3.5 kpc. Our analysis of archival XMM data and 13 yr of Fermi-LAT data confirms the detection of an extended (

∼
10
′

) outer nebula in 2–6 keV (Γ = 1.82 ± 0.03) and the nondetection of a GeV nebula, respectively. Using the VLA, XMM, and HAWC data, we modeled a multiwavelength spectral energy distribution of the Dragonfly as a leptonic PeVatron. The maximum injected particle energy of 1.4 PeV from our model suggests that the Dragonfly is likely a PeVatron. Our model prediction of the low magnetic field (2.7 μG) in the outer nebula and recent interaction with the host supernova remnant’s reverse shock (4 kyr ago) align with common features of PeVatron PWNe. The origin of its highly asymmetric morphology, pulsar proper motion, PWN–supernova remnant (SNR) interaction, and source distance will require further investigations in the future, including a multiwavelength study using radio, X-ray, and gamma-ray observations.
First Impressions: Early-time Classification of Supernovae Using Host-galaxy Information and Shallow Learning
Authors: Gagliano Alexander , Contardo Gabriella , Foreman-Mackey Daniel , Malz Alex I. , Aleo Patrick D.
Published: August 2023

Substantial effort has been devoted to the characterization of transient phenomena from photometric information. Automated approaches to this problem have taken advantage of complete phase coverage of an event, limiting their use for triggering rapid follow-up of ongoing phenomena. In this work, we introduce a neural network with a single recurrent layer designed explicitly for early photometric classification of supernovae (SNe). Our algorithm leverages transfer learning to account for model misspecification, host-galaxy photometry to solve the data-scarcity problem soon after discovery, and a custom weighted loss to prioritize accurate early classification. We first train our algorithm using state-of-the-art transient and host-galaxy simulations, then adapt its weights and validate it on the spectroscopically confirmed SNe Ia, SNe II, and SNe Ib/c from the Zwicky Transient Facility Bright Transient Survey. On observed data, our method achieves an overall accuracy of 82% ± 2% within 3 days of an event’s discovery, and an accuracy of 87% ± 5% within 30 days of discovery. At both early and late phases, our method achieves comparable or superior results to the leading classification algorithms with a simpler network architecture. These results help pave the way for rapid photometric and spectroscopic follow-up of scientifically valuable transients discovered in massive synoptic surveys.
Aging and immunity: Unraveling the complex relationship
Authors: Arachchige Arosh S. Perera Molligoda
Published: August 2023

The process of aging is an inherent facet of human existence, entailing various changes within the body, notably in the immune system. This article explores the profound impact of aging on immunity, elucidating its implications for healthcare, disease vulnerability and overall quality of life. Drawing inspiration from the “Aging and Immunity” special issue of AIMS Allergy and Immunology, this commentary provides a comprehensive perspective on the intricate interplay between aging and immunity. The immune system, a complex shield against pathogens, undergoes a decline in efficacy as individuals age, known as immunosenescence. This decline encompasses reduced immune cell production and communication, rendering older individuals more susceptible to infections and less responsive to vaccines. Additionally, chronic low-grade inflammation, termed inflammaging, emerges as a hallmark of aging and immune system alteration, contributing to age-related diseases. Recent research underscores the connection between the gut microbiota and immune aging, raising the prospect of interventions targeting gut health to enhance immunity in older individuals. Strategies for fortifying immunity in aging populations encompass optimized vaccination approaches, lifestyle modifications, anti-inflammatory interventions, targeted therapies and microbiota-based interventions. Addressing the challenges of aging and immunity necessitates collaborative efforts from policymakers, healthcare providers, researchers and communities, emphasizing healthy aging promotion, evidence-based interventions and equitable healthcare access. By delving into the multifaceted relationship between aging and immunity, this discourse envisions a future where research-driven advancements and holistic public health measures converge to enhance the well-being and resilience of older adults worldwide.
Cubic bipolar fuzzy VIKOR and ELECTRE-II algorithms for efficient freight transportation in Industry 4.0
Authors: Al-Quran Ashraf , Jamil Nimra , Tehrim Syeda Tayyba , Riaz Muhammad
Published: August 2023

The theory of cubic bipolar fuzzy sets (CBFSs) is a robust approach for dealing with vagueness and bipolarity in real-life circumstances. This theory provides a hybrid machine learning paradigm that can accurately describe two-sided contrasting features for medical diagnosis. The ELECTRE-II model, which is extensively used, is expanded in this article to include the cubic bipolar fuzzy (CBF) context. In order to produce a comprehensive preference ordering of actions, ELECTRE-II establishes two different forms of embedded outranking relations while taking into account the subjective human judgments. A huge number of applications have been created by its variations under various models, considering the CBF model's greater capacity to deal. For opinions in the adaptive CBF structure with unknown information, the CBF-ELECTRE-II group decision support method is described. With the use of proper CBF aggregation operations, the expert CBF views on each alternative and criterion are compiled in the first step. The approach then constructs weak and strong outranking relations and offers three distinct CBF outranking set kinds ("concordance", "indifferent" and "discordance" sets). Strong and weak outranking graphs serve as a visual depiction of the latter, which is finally studied by a rigorous iterative procedure that yields a preferred system. For these objectives, integrated CBF-VIKOR and CBF-ELECTRE-II techniques are developed for multi-criteria group decision making (MCDGM). Finally, suggested techniques are recommended to determine ranking index of efficient road freight transportation (FRT) in Industry 4.0. The ranking index and optimal decision are also computed with other techniques to demonstrate robustness of proposed MCDGM approach.
Vídeos para las redes neuronales: la negociación del éxito con el sistema de recomendación de YouTube
Authors: Morillo Najarro Andrés
Published: August 2023

Las aplicaciones basadas en Inteligencia Artificial intermedian de forma creciente nuestra relación con el entorno, lo que da lugar a la emergencia de procesos adaptativos con implicaciones éticas y antropológicas que apenas comienzan a vislumbrarse. Este texto examina algunas de ellas a través del caso de los youtubers. Estos se enfrentan cotidianamente con sistemas de recomendación controlados por redes neuronales artificiales que deciden el destino de sus producciones, y muchos tratan de comprender su funcionamiento para obtener ventaja y poner a estas «de su parte». Se teoriza sobre el papel de la Inteligencia Artificial analizando los discursos y prácticas de los youtubers frente a estos «algoritmos». Se plantea como hipótesis que estos presionan a los participantes a adherirse al modelo de negocio de YouTube, convirtiendo sus producciones en ofrendas para las redes neuronales.
Using Peer Feedback to Motivate Teamwork in an Online Learning Environment
Authors: Cotterill Richard , Cowling Eddie
Published: August 2023

This chapter explains how peer feedback was used to motivate students to contribute more effectively towards a group assessment. The students involved were international, geographically dispersed, working remotely, and learning in an entirely online environment to complete a postgraduate course in management. Postgraduate programs often make extensive use of collaborative tasks, but teamwork is a skill that students find challenging to execute and develop; even more so when operating in an online learning environment. To address these issues, the authors introduced a peer feedback system into the assessment process which involved the group mark being adjusted for individuals based on the feedback provided by other members of the group. The authors contend that the initiative, which was evaluated using a survey and focus groups, was a highly effective way to make the assessment process fairer and to motivate students to work more enthusiastically on a group task.
Design and Use of an Educative Blog in a 4th CSE Spanish Classroom
Authors: Rubio Antonio Daniel Juan
Published: August 2023

Since the middle of the 20th century, science and technology have unleashed profound changes in all areas of society. Social, economic, and political changes spread at great speed, thanks, among other factors, to the birth of the Internet in 1966 and its rapid development to become a space to host information. Blogs are easy-to-create tools that do not require very specific knowledge to use; however, like any other tool, the result of its use depends, to a great extent, on the methodology and the objectives with which it is introduced into the blog, the educational program, and therefore, the original activity that is proposed will be accompanied by the appropriate framework for its introduction into the classroom resources. The choice of the students of the last year of compulsory secondary in Spain for the field study has not been something casual. Creating and maintaining a blog requires text production and information processing skills that are not always available in the first years of CSE, especially if it has to be done in a foreign language.
Re-Envisioning Multiculturalism
Authors: Balva Daniel , Mandas Paige , Sacco-Bene Christine
Published: August 2023

Professional preparation programs require trainees to participate in firsthand clinical training consisting of practica and internship field experiences. The seminal Multicultural Counseling Competencies and Multicultural Counseling and Social Justice Competencies have provided an important direction for trainees, clinicians, and supervisors to operate from as it relates to fostering and implementing multicultural knowledge, skills, awareness, and action into practice. However, literature has alluded to gaps in the application of these multicultural competencies as well as disability competencies within clinical settings. These authors will further expand upon such observations as it relates to supervision—particularly when supervising supervisees with disabilities. This chapter will explore clinical supervision best practices across allied mental health professions and will place focus on areas of improvement related to the application of multicultural counseling competencies and disability competencies to best meet the needs of supervisees with disabilities.
Beyond Multicultural Counseling Competencies
Authors: Carey Chandra Donnell , Rogers Keisha Grayson , Pitt-Parker Jenelle S. , Robertson Stacie L. , Browne Regan P.
Published: August 2023

For the past three decades, researchers who focus on multicultural issues in counseling and psychology have highlighted the impending shift in the population of the United States. Rehabilitation counseling literature has also highlighted the growing population of people of color and, more specifically, those individuals who identify both as people of color and individuals with disabilities. Ongoing challenges with access, utilization, and successful outcomes for individuals with multiple identities have illustrated the complexity in addressing diversity broadly but have also highlighted the need to broaden the focus of multicultural work to examine the intersections of the various identities and lived experiences encountered in practice. This chapter will review the history of multicultural counseling research, teaching, and clinical practice in the discipline and will promote movement toward a more action-oriented paradigm focused on an anti-racist/anti-oppression framework and will provide tools for enhanced training in pedagogy and training for educators and practitioners.
Multicultural Intersection With Disabilities
Authors: Brown Sharon , Geist Chrisann Schiro , Krolik Patrick , Cai Jun , Tippireddy Jayasimha Reddy , Davis Audrey Leigh , White Joseph Michael , Nandiki Sushmitha
Published: August 2023

Why do we care? This chapter covers it all. The intersection of disability, employment, and race is well defined by the co-authors of this chapter and ranges from Black issues to those of immigrant groups to those with special needs in competition. But why is it needed? Even after decades of working on the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, we are not yet there. Life in the USA is still one filled with inequity, short on diversity and lacking in inclusion for special groups. Hopefully, reading this chapter will help the reader move introspectively toward a higher personal goal.
Counseling Strategies for Clients in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders and Mental Illness
Authors: Peterson Sonia
Published: August 2023

This chapter provides an overview of counseling strategies for individuals who have the stigmatized identity of living with a Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and/or Mental Illness (MI). Psychiatric rehabilitation, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented approaches are discussed in depth. Assessment strategies including SUD screening, screening for trauma, assessing for symptoms of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and identifying recovery from SUD/MI are provided. Motivational Interviewing techniques are described as they relate to counseling individuals with SUD/MI. The peer-led strategies of support groups and Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) classes are explained. Additional clinical strategies of the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) and Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) case management models, the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) supported employment model, and emerging trauma-informed approaches are offered. A case scenario has been provided to facilitate discussion of the application of the information provided in this chapter with a client who needs recovery.
LGBTQ People, Intersectionality, and Chronic Illness and Disability
Authors: Harley Debra A.
Published: August 2023

LGBTQ people with disabilities experience discrimination and marginalization on multiple levels. Discrimination occurs in society at large and within the LGBTQ community because of disability. Microaggressions are prevalent and the impact of inequalities are profound in employment, healthcare, and other human services. The purpose of this chapter is to explore and understand the impact of behavioral and cultural practices and competencies on social, vocational, and well-being of LGBTQ and sexual and gender minority persons with chronic illness and disability and mental illness. Information is presented on attitudes toward LGBTQ populations, intersectional theory and identity, disability in the LGBTQ community, workplace environments, and centering LGBTQ in a social context to create a culturally competent approach to service.
Race and Identity
Authors: Freeman Robin Rose
Published: August 2023

Identity is multifaceted, complex, and may change over time. Identity develops as a person cultivates a sense of self in relation to society's culture and norms; it is the continuity of those beliefs about self over time, the formation of personal values and goals, and the ability to form connection of self to purpose in the greater society. Self-awareness and reflection reveal complex and multifaceted issues of intersectionality and support the formation of identity development, and are incubators for the development of civility, where discourse, positive interactions, and social change occur. In application, the model of influence provides a framework to help participants answer the question “Who are you?” as it relates to race and identity. Engagement in identity awareness activities supports development of multicultural competencies grounded in awareness of one's attitudes and beliefs, knowledge of culture, and application of culturally appropriate skills and action.
Working Towards Prevention Rather Than Pathology With Arab/MENA Clients
Authors: Al-Najjar Sahar A. , Amos Dejah , Parikh Reshma Hitesh
Published: August 2023

Psychological research and representation of the Middle Eastern/North African (MENA) population are scarce; therefore, clinical psychologists' knowledge of delivering effective care is limited. Cultural competency is a crucial aspect of any practitioner's or researcher's work as it can potentially strengthen community bonds and social interest, which—in turn—has the potential to heal profoundly marginalization and oppression. More than that, cultural competency in clinical psychology is a viable and tangible step toward decolonizing psychology practices and the increased well-being of a marginalized and often underserved population. Future directions and considerations are highlighted throughout the chapter.
The Value of Service-Learning in Chinese Language Teacher Preparation
Authors: Yang Qingyu
Published: August 2023

As both a frontline Chinese language teacher in the U.S. and a Ph.D. student, the author wanted to better combine practice and theory so that the two were more beneficial to pre-service teachers. For the role of a Chinese language teacher, the author would like to serve the teacher community with proficiency and communicative-oriented teaching methods. Being able to combine the mentoring process while reflecting on teaching theories in this field enabled the author to further explore the field as a Ph.D. student. Because COVID-19 segregated different countries with rigorous quarantine policies, the distance between language learners and the target language environment was further. Such a situation made it more urgent to undertake the responsibility to serve the subject. The two roles led the author to this dual service-learning project. The data and feedback received from both the pre-service teachers and the community proved the success of this project. At the end of this chapter, some suggestions and changes in the training of future Chinese international teachers were provided for teacher education programs.
A Service-Learning Study on Students' Perceptions of Using WhatsApp as a Language Learning Tool
Authors: Zhang Yiping
Published: August 2023

This chapter is a reflection of the author's service-learning (SL) experience as a graduate student as well as a faculty member practicing SL in the department of language at a northeastern university. In this chapter, the author mainly focuses on the experience and learning in the SL course and how SL project research focusing on students' perception of using WhatsApp as a language learning tool shaped the author's teaching and research in the Chinese language teaching and learning community. Findings from this study can then be utilized to help the Chinese language teaching community reflect on their teaching and consider ways of adjusting their use of technology in classroom instruction to engage their students actively. As an SL project, these efforts will contribute to developing effective teaching strategies in the Chinese language learning community.
Tensions and Lessons Learned
Authors: Vaccaro Annemarie , Giacalone Michael David , Perrelli Kristina Marie , Pepin Kristen Rae , Hussein Abdelnasser Hosni , Iula Shawna Catherine , Amelotte Wendy Kathryn
Published: August 2023

One of the ways doctoral students can engage in powerful learning that makes a difference is via community-engaged research. In this chapter, the authors describe the tensions experienced by a team of university researchers (doctoral students, staff, and a faculty member) conducting community-engaged research with a local charter school deemed underperforming by the state. Tensions explored in this chapter include honoring principles of community-based research while quickly getting the charter school the report it needed, balancing the importance of service to community and doctoral student learning, centering social justice by resisting deficit notions and pressure to report on school level problems when the state-level system needed to be changed, and constantly checking our assumptions as a team of privileged scholars working with an under-served community. The chapter concludes with recommendations and implications for practice and suggestions for future research.
Assessing the Mediating Role of Destination Image on the Perceived Value and Satisfaction of People With Disabilities
Authors: Kamyabi Marjan , Alipour Habib , Rezapouraghdam Hamed
Published: August 2023

The growth of the economy and culture has made tourism a necessary part of daily life. The number of elderly and disabled people actively participating in tourism is increasing, and so is the market for accessible travel. Despite this fact, little is known about the determinant factors affecting people with disabilities' satisfaction in developing countries. The current study aims to examine the effect of perceived value on customers' satisfaction, with emphasis on the mediating role of the destination image. Data were collected from 250 PWDs in Northern Cyprus. A series of analyses were performed using the partial least square structural equation modeling to test the research hypothesis. The results support the hypothesis that destination image mediates the relationship between perceived value and satisfaction for people with disabilities. The study enhances our knowledge of the importance of perceived destination image by PWDs that can have implications for destination marketing to improve the image and its reconstruction for an accessible tourism market.
Tourism Industry
Authors: Leitão Cláudia Ferreira , Gomes Jorge Vareda , Santos Denise Capela , Maia Bruno Melo
Published: August 2023

Leadership, innovation, and performance are essential factors to achieve the desired sustainable profitability of companies. The relationship between these variables is one of the keys to organizational success, although their study has proven to be complex. The purpose of this chapter is to analyse the impact of leadership on the relationship between innovation and performance in the Portuguese hotel sector. To answer this challenge, a survey was carried out to top and middle managers of four-star and five-star hotel units. The existence of a positive correlation between innovation and performance was found; however, leadership has not been shown to have a moderating effect on the relationship. The work highlights several important contributions to the hotel industry and identifies aspects that, when well implemented and developed, can lead to superior performance in organizations.
Methodologies in Dark Tourism Issues
Authors: Korstanje Maximiliano Emanuel
Published: August 2023

The growth of dark tourism studies is an unquestionable reality. Over recent years, a burgeoning number of publications have taken dark tourism as their main object of study. However, the evolution of literature which is based on dark experiences has been subject to great controversy. The present chapter reviews the strengths and weaknesses of dark tourism research today as well as the future agenda for the next years. The authors have identified five clear clusters that explain very well not only the dark tourists´ motivations but also the phenomenology of the dark experience.
Metamaterials-Based Antenna for 5G and Beyond
Authors: Dwivedi Smrity
Published: August 2023

As per demand of high speed and wide bandwidth, there is a wide need to improve the antenna performances and take advantage of a new technology; nevertheless, passive and active devices operating at high frequencies are a big challenge. In the present era of the digital world, demand for IoT-based smart devices has seen having tremendous growth. Basically, these devices involve real-time human-to-machine communication and interaction. Communication of uninterrupted quality depends on the high bandwidth and speed of the internet. The development of 5G wireless network technology is the response to the crucial factors that lead to this demand because of its ability to provide extremely fast internet speed, high bandwidth, high performance, reduced latency, and high reliability and better gain. Metamaterials (LHM) hold great promises for such devices and for many applications like medical, technologies, communications, defense, etc. Metamaterials have interest properties, making them more amenable to transmit and receive in small quantities.
Fuzzy Logic Modelling of Nonlinear Metamaterials
Authors: Yogeesh N.
Published: August 2023

Nonlinear metamaterials have interesting properties that could change the way technology works. Modelling the complex behaviour of metamaterials is needed to improve their performance and make new gadgets. This chapter looks at fuzzy logic models for complex effects in metamaterials. This part talks about fuzzy sets, membership functions, fuzzy rules, and inference systems. Metamaterials don't behave in a straight way, so there are problems with describing them. Input factors, membership functions, along with fuzzy rules are talked about in the modelling method of fuzzy logic for nonlinear metamaterials. Acoustic and visual metamaterial case studies show how fuzzy logic models can be used. This part also talks about the latest developments, possible uses, and pros and cons of fuzzy logic models in nonlinear metamaterials. This chapter tells scientists and engineers how to use fuzzy logic to model and understand nonlinear metamaterials.
Metamaterials and Metasurfaces for Radio-Frequency Energy Harvesting Applications
Authors: Sim Man Seng , You Kok Yeow , Esa Fahmiruddin , Hamid Fandi
Published: August 2023

In ambient energy harvesting applications, metamaterials and metasurfaces are useful in localizing and absorbing energy from the surroundings. This chapter reviews past achievements, recent developments and future trends in metamaterial-based radio-frequency (RF) energy harvesters. The chapter begins by introducing metamaterial energy harvesters from a general perspective, covering mechanical, acoustic, and electromagnetic metamaterial energy harvesters. The subsequent section focuses specifically on the working principle of electromagnetic metamaterial energy harvesters in the RF regime. To enhance understanding of the absorption mechanism and performance evaluation, a simulation of an Omega-ring-shaped metamaterial harvester operating at a frequency of 5.8 GHz is demonstrated. The absorption efficiency, harvesting efficiency, and conversion efficiency of the metamaterial harvester are determined and discussed. Furthermore, the state-of-the-art design of metamaterial RF harvesters and their respective performance are reviewed.