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ENHANCING TEACHER PRACTICES IN ASSESSING FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD): AN EMPIRICAL PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Malasi-Nyali Maghuwa Flora , Oracha Adoyo Peter
Published: November 2024

Youth students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are at higher risk of functional skills deficiency, which presents a barrier to the acquisition of academic skills. This study examines teachers’ practices in determining the functional performance of students with ASD in stage-based education pathways in Kenya. A quantitative research design was employed, involving 47 teachers and 76 students with ASD from various primary schools. Data were collected using a self-administered rating scale for teachers and a modified version of the Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scales for students. Descriptive and sequential regression analyses were conducted to evaluate teacher practices and their impact on students’ functional skills. Findings show that the identification and use of instructional resources were the most frequently performed practices among teachers, while the assessment of functional skills was the least. The study found significant correlations between teacher practices and students’ functional skill acquisition, particularly communication skills. However, the relationships among teacher practices were generally weak, indicating a lack of integration in their approaches. The study concludes that a comprehensive approach, incorporating multiple assessment practices, is essential for improving student outcomes. Recommendations include targeted professional development for teachers, standardized assessment practices, and increased collaboration with parents to support functional skill development in students with ASD. These findings underscore the need for enhanced training and resource access to optimize educational outcomes within the Competency-Based Curriculum framework.
 

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THE RELATIVE CONTRIBUTION OF ACADEMIC PASSION TO ACADEMIC WELL-BEING AMONG NURSING STUDENTS
Authors: Massalha Abed Elslam Mohamad , Iktilat Khalil abd
Published: November 2024

The current study aimed to reveal the relative contribution of academic passion to the academic well-being among nursing students. To achieve the study objectives, a sample of (143) male and female students from Palestinian students inside the Arabs (48) was selected by using the available sample method for the summer semester of the academic year 2023-2024. The academic passion scale and the academic well-being scale were applied to them. The results showed that the level of academic well-being was within the high level and that there were no statistically significant differences at (=0.05) in the responses of the sample members on the academic well-being scale attributed to the gender and academic level. The results also showed that whenever the obsessive academic passion increases by a standard unit, the academic well-being increases (0.489), and whenever the harmonious academic passion increases by a standard unit, the academic well-being increases (0.297).
 

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A THEORETICAL MODEL OF STUDENT LEARNING IN AN ACADEMIC SERVICE-LEARNING COURSE: DIVERSITY AND CIVIC OUTCOMES
Authors: Simons Lori , Wang Sylvia , Blank Nancy , Renavitz Elizabeth , Hoffman Madeline , Shoneman Sara
Published: November 2024

A qualitative-quantitative mixed-methods longitudinal research study was conducted to measure differences in civic and diversity outcomes in a cross-sectional sample of 138 undergraduate students. The quantitative results indicate that students improve their social justice attitudes, awareness of White racial privilege, racial-cultural-ethnic identity, and interests in multicultural work from the beginning of the semester. The qualitative findings replicate and extend the quantitative results. Career development and opportunities for growth were detected as unexpected themes that emerged from the data. The use of the mixed-methods approach provided an opportunity to conceptualize how students reformulate their diversity attitudes and acquire civic skills in an academic service-learning course. Implications for teaching and learning are discussed.
 

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BUILDING A FRAMEWORK OF ONLINE TEACHING CAPACITY FOR LECTURERS OF UNIVERSITIES TO MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION IN VIETNAM TODAY
Authors: Tinh Nguyen Thi , Lu Bui Thi
Published: November 2024

In response to the need to keep up with the development trends of world education as well as the context of deep globalization and the development of digital technology today, online training has been implemented by many higher education institutions in Vietnam for the university level. In online training, lecturers play an important role in teaching and supporting learners. Therefore, lecturers must be the pioneers in innovating teaching content and methods. For online training, in addition to expertise, there are other requirements for skills and teaching methods in the online environment. Currently, many universities in Vietnam do not have specific requirements for the necessary competencies for online teaching lecturers. Therefore, building a competency framework for lecturers in online training to ensure the quality of teaching in the online environment for universities in Vietnam is extremely necessary.
 

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LEADERSHIP PRACTICES OF SCHOOL HEADS AND WORK TASK MOTIVATION AS PREDICTORS OF TEACHERS’ BEHAVIOR
Authors: General Lorna T. , Pua Erwin D.
Published: November 2024

This study determined the significant influence of school head leadership practices and work task motivation as predictors of teachers’ behaviour. The quantitative approach using the correlational technique and analysis was utilized in this study with a sample of 325 teachers from the elementary schools of Caraga District, Schools Division of the City of Davao Oriental. Sets of adapted survey questionnaires were used to obtain data from the respondents subjected to content validity and reliability analysis. The data were analyzed using the Mean, Pearson-r, and Multiple Regression Analysis. The results reveal that the leadership practices were rated very high, and work task motivation was also rated as high. At the same time, teacher behaviour was rated high. Moreover, a significant relationship existed between these variables. A significant relationship between leadership practices and teacher behaviour was significant. A significant relationship between work task motivation and teacher behaviour was also significant. The extent of the influence of predictor variables on teacher behaviour was proven significant in the study.
 

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SOCIAL NETWORKING SITES AS A UBIQUITOUS LEARNING SPACE IN THE FIJIAN SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION CLASSROOMS
Authors: Narayan Ravnil
Published: November 2024

This paper sheds light on the roles of social networking sites (SNSs) in relation to English as a Second Language (ESL) in Fijian English language teaching and learning classrooms. Specifically, the paper delves into examining the potential applications of Facebook and YouTube on students and teachers at selected high schools in the western division, Fiji. A total of 30 students and 15 teachers were involved in this study, and the data was analysed through a qualitative approach. Further, the paper yonders upon the instructional and educational functions of social networking sites, including the drawbacks and challenges experienced by the teachers and students in the process of applying them. The findings revealed that the pedagogical consequences of integrating the latest features offered by SNSs towards bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary driven teaching and learning milieu enhances vocabulary acquisition. In brief, the study has allowed the researcher to analyse the differences in learning habits of ESL learners in typical Fijian classroom settings using innovations in social networking sites.
 

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TRAILBLAZING AI IMPLEMENTATION: OVERCOMING REGULATORY HURDLES AND BRIDGING TALENT GAPS TO TURN RESISTANCE INTO RESILIENCE AT RHB BANK HEADQUARTERS, MALAYSIA
Authors: Kanapathipillai Kumaran , Ghazali Jauharah binti , Magalingam Kavitha , Othman Nur Syamimi binti
Published: November 2024

The rapid integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the banking sector offers both transformative opportunities and significant challenges. This study investigates the impact of resistance to change, talent and skills gaps, and regulatory compliance on the successful implementation of AI technologies at RHB Bank Headquarters in Malaysia. Using a quantitative research methodology, data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire distributed to 370 employees across various departments and hierarchical levels. Respondents were selected using a simple random sampling method. The study aimed to evaluate the relationships between these critical factors and AI implementation. Findings indicate that all three factors significantly influence AI implementation at RHB Bank, with regulatory compliance emerging as the strongest predictor, followed by resistance to change and the talent and skills gap. These results suggest that addressing employee resistance, bridging workforce skill deficiencies, and ensuring regulatory adherence are crucial for overcoming barriers to AI implementation. The study concludes that for RHB Bank to fully harness the advantages of AI, strategic efforts must focus on fostering a culture of adaptability, investing in talent development, and maintaining compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks. Such efforts are essential for enhancing the bank's operational efficiency and securing a competitive edge in the digital banking era.
 

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CARACTERISTIQUES MORPHOLOGIQUES DES UNITES ONOMASTIQUES EN FRANÇAIS / MORPHOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS ONOMASTIC UNITS IN FRENCH
Authors: Mirakhmad Seyid Vafa
Published: November 2024

Cet article étudie des caractéristiques morphologiques des unités onomastiques du point de vue diachronique et synchronique. Leurs aspects de formation, leurs genres, leurs quantités, les règles de leurs utilisations avec les déterminants, leurs structures, leurs réalisations et les fonctions qu'ils remplissent sont étudiés dans l’article. L'article examine l'expression des catégories grammaticales nominales dans les noms propres dans le cadre de la partie du discours « nom » (parfois adjectif) en français. Certains linguistes soulignent que les noms propres n'ont pas de catégorie plurielle, nos recherches ont montré exactement le contraire, il s'est avéré qu'un nom peut être utilisé au pluriel lorsqu'il définit un ensemble de référents. Au fil du temps, certaines unités onomastiques ont subi une transformation morphologique et ont pris une forme complètement différente à l’époque moderne. Ces changements se retrouvent principalement dans les unités onomastiques formées au moyen de suffixes, car les suffixes ont subi diverses transformations au fil du temps. Ce type de changement des suffixes crée des difficultés pour les linguistes menant des recherches dans ce domaine de déterminer avec précision leur origine.

This article studies morphological characteristics of onomastic units from a diachronic and synchronic point of view. Their formation aspects, their genres, their quantities, the rules of their uses with the determinants, their structures, their realizations and the functions they fulfill are studied in the article. The article examines the expression of nominal grammatical categories in proper nouns as part of the “noun” (sometimes adjective) part of speech in French. Some linguists point out that proper nouns do not have a plural category, our research showed exactly the opposite, it turned out that a noun can be used in the plural when it defines a set of referents. Over time, some onomastic units underwent morphological transformation and took on a completely different form in modern times. These changes are mainly found in onomastic units formed using suffixes, because suffixes have undergone various transformations over time. This type of change in suffixes creates difficulties for linguists conducting research in this area to accurately determine their origin.

 

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A CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF THE THEMATIC CONCERNS ADDRESSED BY THE AUTHORS THAT REVEAL THE GENDER ISSUES IN THE RIVER BETWEEN AND THE RIVER AND THE SOURCE
Authors: Iraku Caroline K. , Mwangi Peter Muhoro
Published: November 2024

The study focuses on two novels that were written by a premier first-generation writer and another authored by a third-generation one. The study examines thematic concerns that reveal the images of women in Kenyan literature. The study involves the analysis of the language used by characters and the writers' view on gendered societal paradigms that embody characterization as a backdrop for the analysis of the said texts, more so on the position of women in Kenyan society through the two writers’ eyes. The study objective is to explore the thematic concerns addressed by the authors that reveal the gender issues in The River Between and The River and The Source. The study adopted liberal feminism. The methodology was confined to a contextual approach that was conducted in the library search modalities. As such, no field instruments were used.

 

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FROM PLANNING TO PERFORMANCE: ASSESSING THE ROLE OF MILESTONE SCHEDULING IN GARMENT ENTERPRISES IN ELDORET TOWN, KENYA
Authors: Mawich Mathok , Owuor Fredrick Ochieng , Kanake Mercy
Published: November 2024

The performance of garment enterprise projects is a critical indicator of the economic progress and sustainability of any country. With respect to small garment enterprises in Eldoret town, data has shown suboptimal performance in the industry, resulting in some SMEs ceasing their operations. The aim of this paper is to assess the effect of scheduling milestones on the performance of small-scale garment enterprise projects in Eldoret town. The study was anchored on the Goal Setting Theory. An explanatory research design was used, and the target population consisted of 386 small-scale garment enterprise owners. A sample size of 196 small-scale garment enterprise projects in Eldoret town was selected. The respondents were selected using a stratified sampling method, and data was collected using questionnaires. The analysis was done using both descriptive and inferential statistics. With respect to findings, mapping risks was found to have a significant positive effect on the performance of garment enterprise projects (β 0.968, p<0.05). Milestone scheduling has a significant positive impact on the performance of garment enterprises in Eldoret town. The study recommends that small-scale garment enterprise projects prioritize the efficient use of their available resources and develop detailed production schedules.
 

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STRATEGIES TO DEAL WITH ‘CODE SWITCHING’ IN LITERARY TRANSLATION BASED ON JERRY PINTO’S MURDER IN MAHIM
Authors: Pathak Shrikant Arun
Published: November 2024

Code switching is a challenging problem in literary translation due to the multiplicity of codes employed in the source text. One of the challenges here is that the target audience may not know the second code used during code switching. To retain the code switching – as a stylistic element – one may need to employ multiple target languages. Furthermore, the translator faces the dilemma of either doing away with the code switching or employing a new instance of code switching, probably at the cost of adding new meanings or dimensions and connotations to the text. This paper looks at strategies to tackle code switching within a novel using the example of Jerry Pinto’s Murder in Mahim (2017). Although this novel has been written in Indian English, it has several passages where one finds use of Hindi, Marathi or Bambaiyya. These include code switched words or phrases within a sentence and complete sentences offering a wide spectrum. This paper looks at the solutions provided in the Marathi translation (2019) by Pranav Sakhadeo. A new set of challenges would arise while translating the novel from Indian English to German as the (German speaking) target readers may not be aware of the phrases used in Hindi, Marathi, and Bambaiyya. Strategies are briefly discussed to translate selected passages into German retaining the code switching followed by further generalisation of the results towards a theoretical perspective.
 

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EFFECT OF MUSIC ON PHYSICAL FITNESS FOR GRADE 11 IN FEMALE VOVINAM STUDENTS AT TRAN QUANG KHAI HIGH SCHOOL, HOCHIMINH CITY, VIETNAM
Authors: Hien Le Thu
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the application of music to female students when participating in Vovinam sessions at Tran Quang Khai High School, Hochiminh City, Vietnam, to improve their physical fitness. 80 healthy female students were chosen and divided into two groups: 40 female students were in the experimental group with the application of music, and the 40 female students remaining were in the 36 training sessions without music. The music tempos were around 120-140 bpm. Two famous Vietnamese songs were chosen to use in Vovinam for training. Six fitness tests, such as 30 seconds sit-up test (evaluated the core strength), 30m sprint test (speed), 4x10m Shuttle run test (agility), standing long jump test (the explosive power of the legs), handgrip strength test (strength of the hand), 5 minutes running field test (maximal aerobic speed-MAS) were used to evaluate the physical fitness for female students. The results indicated that the application of music improved the power of the legs, agility, speed, core strength, strength of the hand, and MAS. In short, the application of music for female students participating in badminton had many benefits in increasing their physical fitness. More studies should evaluate the influence of music on many kinds of sports and assess the concentration of participants when applying music.
 

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COMPARISON OF QUALITY OF LIFE ACCORDING TO SOME DEMOGRAPHICS VARIABLES
Authors: Ardahan Faik
Published: November 2024

The aim of this study is to determine how the quality of life of individuals changes according to demographic variables such as gender, marital status, age, personal income, family income, education, place of work, current employment status, with whom they live at home, the number of people living in the house, the number of rooms in the house where they live, the ownership status of the house, the presence of the room belonging to the individual in the living house, paying hire for home. The research is descriptive research, and all individuals with or without physical health constitute the main body of the research. Research data is collected by electronic questionnaires. In the study, the random sampling method and the Quality-of-Life Scale (QoLS) developed by Ardahan (2020) were used as data collection tools. The sample size consists of 689 individuals (Xage = 39.80 ± 1.67). In the evaluation of the data, besides descriptive statistics, Independent-Samples T Test, ANOVA test and LSD test were used to determine between which groups the difference was. The results were questioned at the significance level of 0.01 and 0.05. According to the research findings, QoLS is a multidimensional concept and the sub-dimensions of it; When Family Relationship, Perceived Income Level, Physical Health, Work/School Life, Feeling Safe, Social Pressure, Time Allocation, Neighborhood Relationship, Satisfaction with the Living Environment, Satisfaction with the Social Environment, Perceived Environmental Safety, Finding Sufficient Home, Being a Volunteer, Spiritual Life, Satisfaction with Education, Having Tools/Equipment and Well- Being were compared by gender, marital status, age, personal and family income, education, place of work, current employment status, who lives in the house, the number of people living in the house, the number of rooms in the house where the house is lived, the ownership status of the house where the house is lived, the presence of a room belonging to the individual in the living house, and the situation of renting the house in which they live have effect on each sub dimension of QoLS and show different statistically significant differences in sub-dimensions.
 

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CAPACITY BUILDING FOR CIVIL SERVANTS AND STATE MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATIONS OF VIETNAM'S SEAS AND ISLANDS
Authors: Tuan Phan Van , Tuyen Nguyen Thi Thanh , Hai Nguyen Chi
Published: November 2024

Vietnam's seas and islands greatly influence political and legal life for national, regional, and international development in history, present, and future. The article analyzes the need and importance of capacity building for civil servants and state management organizations on seas and islands in the context of developing the marine economy and protecting Vietnam's sea and island sovereignty. With a long coastline and a rich island system, Vietnam is facing many challenges from resource exploitation, and climate change to national security and defense issues. The article discusses the current status of the sea and island management capacity of civil servants, officials, and related organizations, including limitations in expertise, management skills, and the ability to respond to complex situations. The article also proposes strategic solutions to improve management capacity through training, professional development, enhanced international cooperation, and application of modern technology in sea and island management. The article emphasizes that improving the capacity of civil servants and state management organizations is the key to effectively implementing policies for sustainable marine economic development and protecting national maritime interests, making an important contribution to the comprehensive development of Vietnam.
 

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POTENTIAL ROLE OF AFRICAN UNION IN DEVELOPMENT OF AI GOVERNANCE ACROSS THE CONTINENT
Authors: Njoroge Joy Wanjiku
Published: November 2024

This study addressed the fragmentation of AI governance approaches across Africa and examined the African Union's (AU) potential role in unifying these efforts. Using qualitative document analysis of AU publications and academic literature, the research explored the AU's continental AI governance approach, key initiatives, challenges, and future directions. Findings revealed that the AU made significant progress through initiatives such as the Continental AI Strategy (2024), the African Research Centre for Artificial Intelligence (ARCAI), the African Digital Compact, and the AU Data Policy Framework. However, challenges persisted, including regulatory fragmentation among member states and infrastructure disparities. The study discussed the AU's proposed governance mechanisms, including a high-level coordination mechanism on AI and adaptable regulation models, while noting threats from rapid global AI development and widening digital divides. It concluded that the AU's success in AI governance hinged on balancing innovation with ethics, addressing Africa-specific challenges, and fostering collaboration. Key recommendations included accelerating model AI regulation development, prioritizing digital infrastructure initiatives, enhancing ARCAI's role in building local expertise, and strengthening Africa's voice in global AI governance. This research contributes to the literature on AI governance in Africa, offering insights for policymakers on developing uniquely African approaches to inform global discussions.
 

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PERCEPTIONS OF INSTITUTIONAL SOCIAL BODIES REGARDING LIFELONG LEARNING AND EDUCATION OF HUMAN RESOURCES OF SOCIAL SERVICES IN THE FIELD OF HUMAN RIGHTS
Authors: Chaidas Alexandros , Balias Stathis , Karalis Thanassis
Published: November 2024

In this paper, part of the results of research conducted within the framework of the PhD studies of the first author is presented. The aim of the research is to explore the variety of perceptions held by institutional social bodies regarding the education of human resources and social services in the field of human rights. A qualitative research method was employed to achieve this goal. Data collection took place through semi-structured interviews between February and June 2024. Eight in-depth interviews were conducted with key informants who hold positions within institutional bodies involved in the design and implementation of social policy. The interpretation of the data was carried out using thematic analysis. The results of the research indicated that these institutional bodies support the value of investing in lifelong learning, particularly in the education of human resources in human rights, as a means of building knowledge, cultivating soft skills, and changing attitudes in ways that can subsequently lead to the provision of quality services to vulnerable social groups.
 

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TAILLE DE LA FAMILLE, STATUT DE SCOLARISATION ET NIVEAU D’ADDICTION AUX PARIS SPORTIFS CHEZ DES ABIDJANAIS, CÔTE D’IVOIRE / FAMILY SIZE, EDUCATIONAL STATUS AND LEVEL OF ADDICTION TO SPORTS BETTING AMONG ABIDJANS, CÔTE D’IVOIRE
Authors: Doblignon Gilchrist Brice , Aka Essan François , N’Dri Yao Eugène
Published: November 2024

L’addiction aux paris sportifs prend une proportion importante en Côte d’Ivoire avec l’avènement et l’accessibilité des NTIC. C’est ainsi que le statut de scolarisation des parieurs et la taille de la famille retiennent notre attention pour leur implication dans l’addiction aux jeux. À l’aide d’un questionnaire et de l’Indice Canadien du Jeu Excessif (ICJE) (Ferris et Wynne, 2001), nous avons sélectionné 170 joueurs du jeu Sportcash à Yopougon. Agés de 18 à 35 ans, ils sont tous du sexe masculin et comptabilisent au moins un (1) an de pratique du jeu de pari Sportcash. Les résultats montrent que les joueurs qui ont une pratique excessive du jeu Sportcash sont issus de familles nombreuses et sont déscolarisés. Ces résultats confirment les hypothèses émises et vont dans le sens des travaux antérieurs. Cette étude pourrait aider à prévenir l’addiction et à lutter contre ses méfaits par une connaissance des facteurs de risque et le développement de programmes de prévention ciblés.

Addiction to sports betting is taking on a significant proportion in Côte d’Ivoire with the advent and accessibility of NICT. This is how the educational status of bettors and the size of the family attract our attention for their implication in gambling addiction. Using a questionnaire and the Canadian Excessive Gambling Index (CIGI) (Ferris and Wynne, 2001), we selected 170 players of the Sportcash game in Yopougon. Aged 18 to 35, they are all male and have at least one (1) year of playing the Sportcash betting game. The results show that players who play Sportcash excessively come from large families and are out of school. These results confirm the hypotheses put forward and are in line with previous work. This study could help prevent addiction and fight against its harmful effects through knowledge of risk factors and the development of targeted prevention programs.

 

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Exploring the Linkage between Temperature and Economic Growth in Bangladesh: An ARDL Approach
Authors: Uddin S. M. Nasir , Islam Ashraful , Howlader Shazib
Published: November 2024

This study is investigated the nexus between temperature and GDP in Bangladesh and how GDP is affected by carbon emission, rainfall and temperature. The ARDL bound test is employed to examine the cointegration relationship among the variables and findings suggest that variables are cointegrated in both cases of dependent variable temperature and dependent variable of GDP. Results mirror that economic growth affect negatively the temperature and statistically significant for short run and long run. On the other hand, carbon emission and rainfall have statistically significant short run positive impact on GDP growth. The ECM result indicates the equilibrium converges to steady state at 78% annually when dependent variable is temperature and equilibrium also converges to steady state at 0.0891% annually, when dependent variable is GDP. Granger Causality test finds a one-way causal relationship between GDP and carbon emissions in both situation of the different dependent variables. Aftermath, results would say that carbon emission and rainfall have short run salutary impact on economic growth and the economic growth is conducive to reduce temperature in Bangladesh that moves to sustainable development. It might address underlying economic transitions such as shifts to greener industries or government interventions that promote sustainability. It will help researcher and policymakers for further study to identify environmental friendly growth projects that lead to reduce temperature in Bangladesh.
Passenger Rights and Airline Responsibilities Under International Treaties: An In-Depth Look At Aviation Law and Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Alkhawaldeh Mohammad Naser Abdul Karim
Published: November 2024

Objective: The main aim of the article is to assess the level of compliance with passenger rights and the fulfillment of obligations by airlines according to international treaties, an in-depth look at aviation law and sustainable development goals.
 
Theoretical Framework: Several international airlines serve as the subjects of the study, additionally, aviation legislation will also be examined, with improvements to it based on the results of the conducted assessment.
 
Method:  The scientific task involves proposing a methodological approach to evaluating the level of compliance with passenger rights and the fulfillment of airline obligations according to international treaties.
 
Results and Discussion: The result of the research, the level of compliance with passenger rights and the fulfillment of obligations by airlines according to international treaties for the listed airlines have been determined. The findings have become the basis for identifying key ways to improve aviation legislation.
 
Research Implications: The study has implications and only considers a specific list of airlines. In the future, it should be expanded to take into account the specifics of individual countries.
Originality/Value: This study focusses on ensuring that passenger rights are protected, which in turn enhances consumer confidence and promotes higher standards of service within the airline industry.
Evaporator Evaluation as a Heat Exchanger in Refrigeration Systems at Constant Thermal Load and Fouling Factor
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Mataram, Jl. Majapahit No. 62 Mataram-Nusa Tenggara Barat 83125, Indonesia, Bawa Susana I Gede , Catur Agus Dwi ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of Mataram, Jl. Majapahit No. 62 Mataram-Nusa Tenggara Barat 83125, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

Heat exchangers are widely used in various industrial installations, one of which is their use in air conditioning systems. In the design process of heat exchangers, the main focus is to determine the dimensions of the device. This is done to determine the performance of the heat exchanger, where the calculation is based on a constant thermal load and a constant fouling factor. When the heat exchanger is first operated, the mass flow rate of the cooling fluid must be lower than the design point to maintain a constant cooling load. However, the conditions for the formation of deposits on the surface of the heat exchanger cannot be known. Therefore, designing a heat exchanger with a constant fouling factor is less realistic.
The Extraction of Alcea Rosea Organic Dye and Its Characterization of Optical Properties
Authors:   Department of Material Science, Polymer Research Centre, University of Basrah, 61004 Basrah, Iraq, Obeed Mohammed T. , Muhsen Muhsen Chelab ,   Department of Chemistry and Polymer Technology, Polymer Research Centre, University of Basrah, 61004 Basrah, Iraq, Alaridhee Tahseen A. ,   Department of Material Science, Polymer Research Centre, University of Basrah, 61004 Basrah, Iraq, Jalal Mahir A. ,   Department of Chemistry and Polymer Technology, Polymer Research Centre, University of Basrah, 61004 Basrah, Iraq, Badran Hussain Ali ,   Department of Physics, Education College for Pure Sciences, University of Basrah, 61004 Basrah, Iraq
Published: November 2024

In the present study, the optical properties of a natural dye extracted from Alcea rosea flowers were investigated. The color extraction procedure was performed using a nontoxic solvent ethanol to enhance human safety and the ecological framework. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy was employed to determine the functional groups of the natural dye obtained from Alcea rosea flowers. The optical properties of dye were achieved by the directed thin film using UV-Vis spectroscopy and analyzed absorption spectra, coefficients, refractive indices, extinction coefficients, and optical energy bandgap. A broad absorption band occurs over an extensive waveband with peak at 380 nm. The occurrence of a low indirect bandgap in a thin film was discerned at 3.9 eV, with Urbach energy noticed in a state of 0.23 eV.
The Reality of E-Commerce and Digital Marketing in the Yemeni Market: Opportunities and Challenges
Authors:   University of Science and Technology (U.S.T) Aden Yemen, Munassar Dr. Nabil , Mohammed Eng. Amna ,   Staff at Yemen Petroleum Company (YPCA)
Published: November 2024

This research paper provides a comprehensive examination of the current landscape of e-commerce and digital marketing in the Yemeni market, highlighting its unique opportunities and inherent challenges. In an era marked by rapid technological advancement and widespread internet accessibility, Yemen presents a distinctive environment for businesses to thrive. The study seeks to uncover critical insights into consumer behavior, emerging market trends, and the effectiveness of various digital marketing strategies within this region. Through the integration of recent statistical data and sophisticated analytical charts, the paper aims to offer valuable recommendations that can enhance the growth and sustainability of e-commerce in Yemen.
Effectiveness of Live Selling Marketing Strategies as a Key Tool to Enhance Sales in the Fashion Business
Authors:   Institut Teknologi Bandung, Yardha Safarah , Mirzanti Isti Raafaldini ,   Institut Teknologi Bandung
Published: November 2024

This research examines how live selling marketing strategies can boost sales for a fashion brand. Data was gathered through a questionnaire on the brand’s Instagram, and Smart PLS was used for statistical analysis to understand the relationships between different factors. The results show that live selling significantly enhances customer engagement, sales conversion rates, and brand loyalty. The study confirms the reliability of the research model and highlights key factors that contribute to successful live selling, along with the challenges faced. Practical recommendations are provided to help optimize live selling strategies in the fashion industry. While the findings are specific to the selected brand, they offer valuable insights for other fashion brands looking to implement similar strategies.
Community Conflict Resolution Model in Climate Central Sulawesi Investment
Authors:   Faculty of Law Tadulako University, Indonesia, Sulbadana Sulbadana , Palipadang Lembang ,   Faculty of Law Tadulako University, Indonesia, Ikbal Ikbal ,   Faculty of Law Tadulako University, Indonesia, Utami Fidyah Faramita ,   Faculty of Law Tadulako University, Indonesia, Ahmad Andi Nurul is ,   Faculty of Law Tadulako University, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

This study is based on the view that Central Sulawesi is a region with increasingly rapid development of the Investment Climate. Not only positive impacts that always occur but also negative impacts. The presence of the state to provide security and comfort to investors is one thing that is needed, on the other hand the state must also be present to provide justice to citizens related to the condition of the region that is always explored by certain parties. The state that is present as a manifestation of the mediator between investors and citizens must present a balance. However, the balancing tool used is of course the law, which is manifested in the form of policy. policies often create inequality between investors and citizens, therefore the law of harmony is present in an innovative form as a manifestation that the law is not arbitrary and not a tool of power, and by the Law of Harmony considers that the Law is the Resultant of an agreement on the goals to be achieved. The desired legal study will be poured into the form of a policy pattern. The pattern born in this study is the antithesis of comparative studies.
Political Turbulence and its Impact on Foreign Direct Investment Inflows in some selected African countries
Authors:   Department of Economics, Faculty of social sciences. Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state Nigeria., Irene Nkechi Onwuka , Ogbonna Agu Anthony ,   Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State Nigeria., Romanus Udeze Chike ,   Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu Nigeria., Theresa Ugwunna Ogochukwu ,   Department of Economics, Faculty of Social Sciences Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Anambra State Nigeria.
Published: November 2024

This work examined the political turbulence and its impact on Foreign Direct Investment inflow on some selected African countries; Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa. The aim is to determine how the political climate in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa affects the inflow of foreign direct investment. The modified Cobb Douglass model was the theoretical underpinning of the study since growth in FDI is likened to output and the factors that lead to growth are the investment climate variables. Using the panel ARDL model analysis, the following findings were made: Political investment climate variable (PSI) had significant positive effect on the inflow of foreign direct investment in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa. The result showed that Political investment climate variables (political stability and corruption index) exerted significant negative effects on the inflow of foreign direct investment into Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa. It was recommended that; Efforts should be made by the governments of Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and South Africa to enhance their economic fortunes by strengthening their economy through prioritizing political stability and addressing underlying causes of political unrest, corruption, weak institution and political social inequality. As well as engaging in massive production for exports which will boost economic growth and attract more foreign direct investment.
Learners’ Conduct and Educational Achievement
Authors:   Southern de Oro Philippines College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines, M. Maldo Hennie Joy , Oco Richard M. ,   Southern de Oro Philippines College, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines
Published: November 2024

Learners’ conduct may be taken from several factors which may be the cause for their educational achievement. This study aimed to determine the level of learners’ conduct and educational achievement. This also determined the relationship between the learners’ conduct and educational achievement. The respondents of this study were the teachers (n=105) from the selected schools in the Division of Cagayan de Oro City. This study used descriptive correlational research design with documentary analysis and utilized an adapted and modified survey questionnaire as its instrument to gather the data from respondents. Statistical tools like frequency and percentage, mean and standard deviation, Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient were used to find out the relationships between the variables. Results showed that the learners’ conduct was at moderate level on which family has the highest mean score while teacher has the lowest mean score. Learners’ educational achievement was at a satisfactory level. Learners’ conduct was negatively correlated with educational achievement. Though negatively correlated but it can be concluded that family plays an important role in molding learners’ conduct. Thus, the school may hold parenting seminars to remind parents of the importance of family in developing the learners’ conduct. If learners have desirable conduct, they would have good study habits that would improve their educational achievement.
Strategy for Supervision of Islamic Religious Education in the Era of Information Technology Iin Banggai Regency
Authors:   Department of Islamic Education, Postgraduate Studies, Universitas Islam Negeri Datokarama Palu, Indonesia, Alhasny Chadijah , Pettalongi Sagaf S. ,   Department of Islamic Education, Postgraduate Studies, Universitas Islam Negeri Datokarama Palu, Indonesia, Syahid Ahmad ,   Department of Islamic Education, Postgraduate Studies, Universitas Islam Negeri Datokarama Palu, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

The impact of information technology has permeated various aspects of human life, including social, cultural, economic, political, and even educational elements. The education sector, influenced by technology, significantly affects the quality of education, including Islamic Education, where one crucial element is the presence of Islamic Education Supervisors. The role and responsibilities of Islamic Education Supervisors are to enhance the quality of Islamic Education and to exhibit adequate professionalism. Therefore, this study addresses the professionalism of Islamic Education Supervisors and the implementation of information technology in the duties of Islamic Education supervision in Banggai Regency. This study uses a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques include direct observation, in-depth interviews, and written document analysis. Data was analyzed using three stages: data reduction, presentation, and verification. This study found that the professionalism of Islamic Education supervision in the era of information technology in Banggai Regency is outstanding. This is proven by the research findings, which show that supervisors consistently carry out their duties despite many challenges and obstacles. The extensive supervisory area, the large number of supervised teachers, and the need for more supervisors present real challenges in performing their duties professionally. On the other hand, Islamic Education Supervisors still need to improve in aspects of information technology and discipline. Other findings indicate that in performing their supervisory duties, Islamic Education Supervisors in Banggai Regency use information technology in various strategies and methods.
Improving the Ilocano Phonological Awareness of Kindergarten Learners Using Indigenized Reading Materials
Authors:   Sto. Rosario, Sigay, Ilocos Sur, Bugtaquen Maya S.
Published: November 2024

The study aims to improve the Ilocano phonological awareness of kindergarten learners in Sto. Rosario Elementary School, Sigay, Ilocos Sur, using indigenized reading materials. The result shows a significant positive impact on learners' skills in Ilocano phonological awareness, as demonstrated by the scores from the post-test. A paired samples t-test confirmed that the difference between pre-test and post-test means was statistically significant, demonstrating the effectiveness of the intervention. The increase in the mean posttest score further supports that learners have improved significantly in all factors of phonological awareness. These outcomes explain why indigenized reading material and environmental print are incorporated into early childhood education. The materials provided a culturally familiar context that added meaning to what had been learned and further directed learners' attention toward phonemic patterns through visual word forms.
Exercise Habits and Mental Health Outcomes among Students in a Technology University in China
Authors:   Graduate School, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Paco, Manila, Philippines, Xiandong Meng
Published: November 2024

This study employed a descriptive-comparative-correlational research approach to examine the relationship between students' exercise habits and their mental health outcomes at a multi-disciplinary university in Zhengzhou, Henan Province. The college of physical education, which provides training across 22 colleges and 73 undergraduate majors, served as the study’s setting, involving a large sample of 32,760 undergraduate students. Using stratified random sampling, the researchers selected a representative sample of 380 students, with a 5% margin of error, to identify patterns and explore relationships between exercise habits and mental health. A structured questionnaire, developed to assess exercise habits and mental health, underwent content and face validation, with reliability measured using Cronbach’s Alpha (0.980 and 0.974). Data collection took place in person, with the results processed using SPSS and analyzed through means, standard deviation, and Pearson’s r correlation. Findings indicated significant positive correlations between various dimensions of exercise habits—including routine stability, goal persistence, adaptability to change, and social influences—and mental health outcomes such as stress levels, coping mechanisms, social support, sleep quality, and access to mental health resources. Notably, adaptability to change exhibited the highest correlation with coping mechanisms and overall mental health (r = 0.804), underscoring the importance of flexible exercise routines in managing mental health. The study’s insights emphasize that consistent, varied, and socially supported exercise habits are associated with reduced stress, enhanced coping strategies, and improved overall mental health. Promoting regular physical activity and addressing barriers to exercise can foster better mental health among students, suggesting the need for integrated physical and mental health programs within academic institutions.
The Management of Sports-Oriented Physical Education Program in China
Authors:   Graduate School, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Paco, Manila, Philippines, Yifei Chu
Published: November 2024

This quantitative research determines perceptions students on the sports-oriented physical education program in a selected university in China in terms of Seasons, Team Affiliation, Formal Competition, Record Keeping, Culminating Events, and Festivity. Mean scores of each construct were used to determine satisfaction levels overall and assess differences by demographic factors, including sex and year level, through a quantitative analysis approach. Students overall rated the program highly, expressing that it is generally well-run across all dimensions. Festivity received the highest scores, highlighting students' appreciation for community development and the celebratory aspects of the program. No statistically significant differences were found by sex or year level, suggesting the program is perceived as accessible and fair for all students. Some areas for improvement were identified, such as competition fairness and record-keeping practices. Recommended adjustments include increased transparency in competition guidelines, comprehensive record-keeping practices, and introducing flexible team roles to better meet student expectations for engagement, skill development, and satisfaction within the PE program. These findings suggest that the physical education program is organized effectively to accommodate diverse student abilities, fostering an inclusive environment.