bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Multiple-Locus Variable-Number Tandem Repeat Analysis Genotyping of Biofilm-Producing Pseudomonas aeruginosa Clinical Isolates
Authors: Ramazani Raziyeh , Izadi Amoli Rabeeh , Taghizadeh Armaki Mojtaba , Pournajaf Abazar , Kaboosi Hami
Published: May 2024

Background: Pseudomonas aeruginosa significantly contributes to hospital-acquired infections. Objectives: This study aimed to investigate the genetic diversity of P. aeruginosa strains using multiple-locus variable-number tandem repeat analysis (MLVA) and to explore the relationship between biofilm production and antibiotic resistance. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 79 P. aeruginosa isolates were collected. Antibiotic sensitivity was tested using the Kirby-Bauer method, and biofilm production capability was assessed through the microtiter plate method. Genetic diversity was evaluated by MLVA, analyzing eight variable-number tandem repeat (VNTR) loci: MS-213, MS-214, MS-207, MS-217, MS-222, MS-209, MS-77, and MS-172. Phylogenetic relationships were delineated using PHYLOViZ 2.0 software. Results: The patient cohort comprised 51.9% males, with the majority of samples (35.4%) obtained from urine. Ceftazidime (CAZ 30µg) showed the highest resistance rate at 77.2%. Notably, 92.4% of isolates were capable of forming biofilms, categorized as 22.7% weak, 28.7% moderate, and 46.5% strong. Phylogenetic analysis demonstrated variability across one or more VNTR loci. Simpson’s index (0.906) and Shannon-Weiner diversity indices (H: 3.466, J: 0.910, Hmax: 3.807, Hmin: 1.242) identified MS77 as the most informative marker for genetic diversity among the isolates. Conclusions: The study highlights an alarming trend in antibiotic resistance, underscoring the necessity of regular monitoring. The findings confirm that MLVA is a straightforward, rapid genotyping method suitable for assessing the genetic diversity of P. aeruginosa.
Evaluating the Stability Limits Between Individuals with Mild and Moderate-to-Severe Grades of Forward Head Posture
Authors: Heidary Zahra , Pirayeh Nahid , Mehravar Mohammad , Shaterzadeh Yazdi Mohammad Jafar
Published: May 2024

Background: Forward head posture (FHP) leads to the anterior excursion of the center of gravity, which can affect a person's standing balance. Evaluating the balance in different degrees of severity of FHP can help design and plan appropriate balance exercises for people with FHP. Objectives: This study aimed to evaluate the changes in the limits of stability (LOS) in people with mild and moderate-to-severe grades of FHP. Methods: The participants in this study were 70 individuals suffering from FHP, aged between 17 - 45. They were divided into two groups based on their craniovertebral angle: Mild (> 45.5 degrees) and moderate-to-severe (< 45.5 degrees). The LOS test was performed using a posturography device (NeuroCom, Equitest, USA). Five indices—movement reaction time (RCT), movement velocity (MVL), endpoint excursion (EPE), maximum excursion (MXE), and directional control (DCL)—were evaluated. Results: Based on the results of the LOS test, RCT, MVL, EPE, MXE, and DCL were significantly different between the mild and moderate-to-severe FHP groups in both anterior and posterior directions (P < 0.05). However, in other directions, no significant difference was observed in these variables based on the LOS test (P > 0.05). Conclusions: It can be concluded that individuals with moderate-to-severe FHP are more likely to have postural control deficits. Therefore, it is necessary to design appropriate targeted interventions to prevent falls in these individuals. Specifically, they should receive balance exercises in dynamic situations.
KAMU KURUMLARINDA ÜST YÖNETİMİN İÇ DENETİMİ SAHİPLENMEMESİNİN NEDENLERİ VE ÇÖZÜM ÖNERİLERİ
Authors: Çelik Mehtab , Korkmaz Ersin , Güner Mehmet , Karabulut Turgut
Published: May 2024

Bu çalışma ile üst yönetimin kamu kurumlarında iç denetimi sahiplenmemesinin nedenlerinin tespit edilmesi, konuya yönelik çözüm önerilerinin geliştirilmesi ve belirlenen nedenlerin ve çözüm önerilerinin önem derecelerine göre sıralamasının yapılması amaçlanmaktadır. Bu kapsamda yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılarak kamu iç denetçilerinden ve iç denetim alanında araştırmaları bulunan akademisyenlerden nitel ve nicel veriler toplanmıştır. Nitel veriler MAXQDA 2023 paket programı, nicel veriler ise SWARA yöntemi ile analiz edilmiştir. Sonuç olarak, üst yönetimlerin kamu kurumlarında iç denetimi sahiplenmemelerinin nedenleri; “bilgi eksikliği, tehdit, yasal düzenlemeler, katma değer, iletişim, fayda maliyet, teftiş, iç denetim koordinasyon kurulu, önyargı, raporlama ve eğitim” üst yönetimlerin iç denetimi sahiplenmeleri için çözüm önerileri ise “iletişim, eğitim, geribildirim/izleme, 5018 sayılı kanun, iç kontrol/kurumsal risk yönetimi, iç denetçi sayısı/ataması, hiyerarşi ve yaptırım” olarak kategorize edilmiştir. Kategorize edilen nedenlerden en önemli kriterin iç denetçiler “bilgi eksikliği”, akademisyenler “eğitim”; çözüm önerilerinden ise en önemli kriterin iç denetçiler “iletişim” akademisyenler “hiyerarşi” olduğunu ifade etmişlerdir.
Implementasi P5 pada Kurikulum Merdeka dalam Pembentukan Karakter Religius di SDN 22 Ujung Gurun Kota Padang
Authors: Pratama M. Zaky , Wirdati Wirdati
Published: May 2024

This research aims to describe the implementation of the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project (P5) program and the formation of religious character through this program at SDN 22 Ujung Gurun, Padang City. The background is the implementation of the Independent Curriculum with one of its contents, namely P5, which aims to shape the character of students in accordance with the values of Pancasila. One of the main characters expected is a religious character. This research is qualitative research with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and distributing questionnaires. The research results show that (1) Implementation of P5 at SDN 22 Ujung Gurun is going well through various programs such as the Religious Harmony Project, Reading the Holy Bible, Religious Local Wisdom, Caring for Others, and Caring for the Environment. (2) These programs have succeeded in forming students' religious character, such as inter-religious tolerance, understanding of religious values, social concern, and responsibility for the environment. Supporting factors for success are human resources, adequate infrastructure, collaboration with parents, and support from residents throughout the school. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors are teachers' accessibility and understanding of the diversity of learning styles and the lack of learning references.
Nilai-nilai Pendidikan Akhlak bagi Anak dalam Film Doraemon yang Berjudul Stand by Me
Authors: Fitri Amelia , Wiza Rahmi
Published: May 2024

Life in this era has witnessed an increase in immoral behavior among the younger generation, given the many moral deviations that occur. Facing this challenge, efforts to cultivate character and morals in the world of education are becoming increasingly urgent. The issue of morality in the context of education continues to be a growing issue, especially when discussing the problem of immorality. Moral education, as the main foundation in developing one's ethics and morals, has a crucial role. In an increasingly developing era, the cultivation of moral education can be done through a variety of media and not only obtained from the school bench. Cartoon or animated movies are favored by children because of the interesting and entertaining character of the image or animation. Movies are not only entertainment media and political propaganda tools but also have cultural and educational roles, one of which is found in the movie Stand by me. The method applied in this research is qualitative content analysis type with primary and secondary data sources, the research instrument is the researcher himself, the data collection technique uses documentation and observation, the data analysis technique used is content analysis. The results showed that in the movie doraemon stand by me has the value of Islamic moral education values and has an impact on the value of moral education values and can be used as a learning medium. The conclusion of the movie doraemon stand by me contains 13 moral education values identified, has a positive value in it and can be used as education and the values conveyed in accordance with the teachings of Islam.
Pengaruh Inovasi Kurikulum dalam Kemajuan PAI di Pondok Pesantren
Authors: Hanafi H. Hanif , Adin Ahmad Muchlis
Published: May 2024

Curriculum is one of the important elements in education. It contains lesson content and other things needed in the teaching and learning process in an educational institution. Islamic boarding schools are one of the Islamic religious educational institutions which of course use an educational curriculum in them. Along with developments in time and technology, curriculum innovation is needed to create a generation that has the skills and knowledge needed to contribute actively to modern society.
Teknik dan Prosedur Asosiasi Bebas dan Interpretasi dalam Konseling Psikoanalisa
Authors: Habsy Bakhrudin All , Azizah Mutiara , Syahputra Mohammad Rizky Adi , Yuliana Tabita Tindie
Published: May 2024

Psychoanalytic theory is a theory that attempts to explain the nature and development of personality. The classic psychoanalyst is Sigmund Freud, Freud initially developed his theory about personality structure and the causes of mental disorders. The main elements of this theory are motivation, emotions, and other aspects of consciousness. The purpose of this article is to know Techniques and Procedures for Free Association and Interpretation in Psychoanalytic Counseling. The method used in this research is qualitative with a literature study, starting with written material that is considered the most relevant. The results of this research include, namely (1) Basic procedures for free association counseling techniques, (2) procedures for interpretation counseling techniques, (3) Steps for free association, (4) Steps for interpretation counseling techniques.
Perancangan Sistem Absensi Online Berbasis Mobile untuk Guru dan Pegawai menggunakan Appsheet
Authors: Zulhidayati Zulhidayati , Okra Riri , Musril Hari Antoni , Derta Sarwo
Published: May 2024

Abstrak
Saat ini era globalisasi internet dimanfaatkan dengan menyeluruh termasuk oleh lembaga pendidikan. Berdasarkan observasi dan wawancara bersama guru dan pegawai di MAS Terpadu Guguak Randah, didapatkan bahwa proses absensi masih dilakukan secara manual. Oleh karena itu untuk meningkatkan kedisiplinan guru dan pegawai penulis tertarik untuk melakukan perancangan sistem absensi online berbasis mobile yang dapat memudahkan guru dan pegawai dalam pengambilan dan perekapan absensi. Adapun tujuan penulis ini adalah menghasilkan sistem absensi online berbasis mobile untuk guru dan pegawai di MAS Terpadu Guguak Randah menggunakan AppSheet yang valid, efektif, dan efesien. Penulis menggunakan metode penelitian (R&D), dan menggunakan model pengembangan RAD (Applications and Rapid Development). Uji coba produk yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah uji validitas, uji praktikalitas, dan uji efektifitas. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian yang dilakukan, dapat disimpulkan bahwa sistem absensi online berbasis mobile untuk guru dan pegawai telah berhasil dirancang dan dapat digunakan sebagai alat pendukung, membantu dalam pelacakan kedatangan guru, administrator dan staf sekolah. . Hasil uji validitas 3 orang ahli mencapai nilai 0,86 dengan tipe sangat valid, hasil uji praktikalitas 2 orang responden mencapai nilai 0,85 dengan nilai tinggi dan hasil uji efektifitas dengan 9 orang responden memberikan nilai 0,87 dengan hasil sangat efektif.
Abstract
Currently, the era of internet globalization is used thoroughly, including by educational institutions. Based on observations and interviews with teachers and employees at MAS Terpadu Guguak Randah, it is found that the attendance process is still done manually. Therefore, to improve the discipline of teachers and employees, the author is interested in designing a mobile-based online attendance system that can facilitate teachers and employees in taking and recording attendance. The purpose of this writer is to produce a mobile-based online attendance system for teachers and employees at MAS Terpadu Guguak Randah using AppSheet that is valid, effective, and efficient. The author uses the research method (R&D), and uses the RAD (Applications and Rapid Development) development model. The product trials used in this study were validity tests, practicality tests, and effectiveness tests. Based on the results of the research conducted, it can be concluded that the mobile-based online attendance system for teachers and employees has been successfully designed and can be used as a supporting tool, assisting in tracking the arrival of teachers, administrators and school staff. . The results of the validity test of 3 experts reached a value of 0.86 with a very valid type, the results of the practicality test of 2 respondents reached a value of 0.85 with a high value and the results of the effectiveness test with 9 respondents gave a value of 0.87 with very effective results.
Peran Guru Bimbingan Konseling dan Pembina Ekstrakurikuler An-Nisa’ dalam Pembentukan Kepribadian Muslimah
Authors: Halima Anita , Syam Hidayani , Rahmi Alfi , Santoso Budi , Pratama Andy Riski
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK
Penelitian ini mengulas peran guru bimbingan dan konseling serta pembina ekstrakurikuler dalam membentuk kepribadian siswi Muslimah di lingkungan pendidikan, khususnya dalam aspek ajaran agama, perilaku, dan pola berpakaian sesuai syariat Islam Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan pendekatan lapangan di MAN Lima Puluh Kota data dikumpulkan dalam bentuk observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi, selanjutnya peneliti akan mengolah data dengan menggunakan teknik analisis data deskriptif analitik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan upaya-upaya yang telah dilakukan dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai tersebut, namun masih terdapat tantangan seperti kurangnya konsistensi siswi dalam melaksanakan ajaran agama dan tata cara berpakaian yang sesuai syariat. Guru bimbingan konseling, dan pembina ekstrakurikuler memberikan teguran, contoh perilaku baik, dan materi agama sebagai bentuk bimbingan, namun masih diperlukan langkah lebih lanjut untuk meningkatkan konsistensi dan efektivitas dalam membentuk kepribadian siswi. Kesimpulannya, penelitian ini menyoroti pentingnya peran guru-guru tersebut dalam membentuk kepribadian siswi sesuai nilai-nilai Islam, meski masih diperlukan langkah-langkah tambahan untuk mencapai konsistensi dan konsolidasi nilai-nilai tersebut.
ABSTRACT
This study reviews the role of guidance and counseling teachers and extracurricular coaches in shaping the personality of Muslim female students in an educational environment, especially in the aspects of religious teachings, behavior, and dress patterns according to Islamic law. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with a field approach at MAN Lima Puluh Kota. Data is collected in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation, then researchers will process the data using analytical descriptive data analysis techniques. The results showed that efforts have been made in instilling these values, but there are still challenges such as the lack of consistency of students in carrying out religious teachings and dressing according to sharia. Counseling guidance teachers and extracurricular coaches provide reprimands, examples of good behavior, and religious material as a form of guidance, but further steps are still needed to improve consistency and effectiveness in shaping the personality of female students. In conclusion, this study highlights the importance of the role of these teachers in shaping the personality of female students according to Islamic values, although additional steps are still needed to achieve consistency and consolidation of these values.
Analysis of Taqwa Value PSHT in Shaping Social Attitudes in Islamic Education
Authors: Wahyuni Hani , Hadi Supian
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK
Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi peran pencak silat Persaudaraan Setia Hati Terate dalam membentuk karakter siswa di SMA Negeri 1 Jarai, khususnya dalam mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan mengumpulkan data melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi dari 30 siswa aktif dalam pencak silat. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa nilai-nilai taqwa yang diajarkan melalui pencak silat berpengaruh positif pada sikap sosial siswa di kelas PAI, termasuk kesopanan, kerjasama, kepatuhan, dan penghormatan. Tantangan utama dalam penerapan nilai-nilai ini adalah sikap siswa, namun dukungan terbesar datang dari kemampuan siswa dalam mengaplikasikan nilai-nilai tersebut ke dalam kegiatan pembelajaran sekolah
ABSTRACT
This research explores the role of the Persaudaraan Setia Hati Terate martial arts in shaping students' character at SMA Negeri 1 Jarai, specifically in the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) subject. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, gathering data through observation, interviews, and documentation from 30 active martial arts students. The results indicate that the taqwa values taught through martial arts have a positive impact on students' social attitudes in PAI classes, including politeness, cooperation, compliance, and respect. The main challenge in implementing these values lies in students' attitudes, yet the greatest support comes from students' ability to apply these values to school learning activities.
Faktor Psikologis yang Mempengaruhi Mahasiswa BK dalam Penyelesaian Studi
Authors: Wandari Silvi , Yarni Linda , Rahmi Alfi , Syam Hidayani
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK
Penelitian ini mengkaji kondisi psikologis mahasiswa Program Studi Bimbingan dan Konseling (BK) di UIN Sjech M. Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi dalam menyelesaikan studi mereka. Mahasiswa sering mengalami tekanan psikologis seperti stres, kecemasan, dan kelelahan dalam proses penyusunan skripsi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kuantitatif deskriptif untuk mengukur faktor-faktor psikologis tersebut, termasuk motivasi, kecemasan, konsep diri, aspirasi, sikap, persepsi, ingatan, perhatian, kesiapan, marah, dan takut. Data dikumpulkan dari seluruh populasi mahasiswa BK angkatan 2016, 2017, dan 2018 melalui kuesioner dengan skala Likert. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kondisi psikologis mahasiswa berada pada kategori Sangat Baik, dengan rata-rata keseluruhan persentase skor sebesar 90%. Faktor psikologis internal seperti motivasi dan kecerdasan, serta faktor eksternal seperti dukungan sosial dari keluarga dan teman, berperan signifikan dalam penyelesaian studi mahasiswa. Temuan ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya perhatian terhadap kondisi psikologis mahasiswa untuk mendukung keberhasilan akademis mereka.
ABSTRACT
This study examines the psychological condition of students of the Guidance and Counseling (BK) Study Program at UIN Sjech M. Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi in completing their studies. Students often experience psychological pressure such as stress, anxiety, and fatigue in the process of preparing a thesis. This study uses descriptive quantitative methods to measure these psychological factors, including motivation, anxiety, self-concept, aspiration, attitude, perception, memory, attention, readiness, anger, and fear. Data were collected from the entire population of counseling students in 2016, 2017, and 2018 through a questionnaire with a Likert scale. The results showed that the psychological condition of students was in a very high category, with an overall average percentage score of 90%. Internal psychological factors such as motivation and intelligence, as well as external factors such as social support from family and friends, play a significant role in student study completion. The findings underscore the importance of paying attention to students' psychological state to support their academic success.
The Role of Reflection and Self-Analysis in Developing Students’ Presentation Skills
Authors: Halimatussya’diyah Siti
Published: May 2024

This research endeavors to investigate the impact of reflection and self-analysis on the cultivation of academic presentation skills among students enrolled in Indonesian language study programs. Pedagogical approaches integrating reflection and self-analysis are integrated into the curriculum to enhance students’ presentation competencies. Data were gathered through self-reflection forms and presentation performance assessments from a cohort of 110 students before and after the intervention. The findings evince a notable enhancement in students' presentation skills subsequent to the intervention, characterized by a discernible augmentation in self-confidence, proficiency in presentation structuring, and adeptness in addressing queries. The ensuing discourse on the interpretation of the results underscores the pivotal role of reflection and self-analysis in fostering presentation skills development, while also delineating a research lacuna pertaining to comprehending this role within an intercultural context. These findings yield pragmatic implications for facilitating comprehensive and enduring learning outcomes for students within higher education environments.
METACOGNITIVE STRATEGIES IN WRITING
Authors: Kalapala Dr. Kiran Kumar , Panduranga Dr. Sobhana Nandyal , Ali Juma Mukhtar Babiker
Published: May 2024

Metacognition is, thinking about one’s thinking. It refers to the processes used to plan, monitor, and assess one’s understanding and performance. It includes a critical awareness of a) one’s thinking and learning and b) oneself as a thinker and a learner. It also includes knowledge about when and how to use particular strategies for learning or problem-solving. The two components of metacognition are: (1) knowledge about cognition and (2) regulation of cognition. Metacognition encompasses the study of memory-monitoring and self-regulation, metareasoning, consciousness/awareness and autonoetic consciousness/self-awareness. The purpose of this research was to examine the metacognitive strategies used by EFL learners in writing the research proposal and also to identify their attitude towards metacognitive strategies in doing the task. The participants of the study constituted 85 undergraduate female students of level 8, English Department, Samtah University College, Jazan University. A metacognition inventory and an attitude scale were adapted to meet the requirements of the study. The study results will help the teachers to support, facilitate and train the students to become autonomous learners so that the students will be able to achieve academic/research writing skills based on critical thinking skills. Summing up this study, the researcher has observed that university students should enrich their metacognitive abilities. It also indicated that English teachers should take up the responsibility to train Saudi students in enhancing metacognitive abilities to prepare them for future to meet personal, professional, communicative, and global challenges.
As relações étnico-raciais e as práticas pedagógicas na creche: percepções docentes
Authors: Veiga Aline Aparecida Souza de Carvalho , Silva Marta Regina Paulo da
Published: May 2024

O artigo compartilha os resultados de uma pesquisa de mestrado que teve por objetivo compreender como a temática das relações étnico-raciais é trabalhada no cotidiano da creche no município de Santo André/SP. Trata-se de uma pesquisa exploratória, com abordagem qualitativa, cujos procedimentos metodológicos foram: a investigação documental e a realização de grupos focais. A análise dos dados pautou-se no método de análise de conteúdo. O referencial teórico dialogou com os estudos sociais da infância e das relações étnico-raciais. Os resultados revelaram que as creches desse município desenvolvem ações pontuais em relação à temática das relações étnico-raciais, seja na oferta de formações em serviço, seja no planejamento realizado pelos(as) docentes, de modo a não envolver todas e todos na construção de uma educação antirracista, o que tem por consequência a manutenção do preconceito racial e da discriminação. Ademais, observam-se relatos de uma prática pedagógica marcada por dúvidas acerca de como incluir a temática das relações étnico-raciais no cotidiano da creche e, por conseguinte, de como atender às crianças negras, assegurando-lhes a construção de uma identidade positiva. As assistentes pedagógicas e as docentes evidenciam a carência de formações acerca das relações étnico-raciais que partam da Secretária de Educação do Município, bem como a falta de materiais que auxiliem neste processo. Conclui-se pela urgência de investimentos em ações formativas mais sistemáticas que tenham como princípio orientador o diálogo intercultural.
Numero completo
Authors: AA. VV.
Published: May 2024

Il volume 4 (2015) di «altrelettere» raccoglie articoli di studiose e studiosi che riflettono sulla scrittura delle donne e sulle donne nell'ambito della letteratura italiana.
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Volume 4 (2015) features essays by scholars who reflect on women’s writing and the role of women in Italian literature.
Women's Representation in Hamidullah's and Chughtai's Selected Short Stories: A Psycho-feminist Study
Authors: Rani Merhaba , Riaz Nailah , Shafiq Qasim
Published: May 2024

Even though staunch feminist writers take up responsibilities to represent them, the question of identity remains unresolved because of insufficient understanding of women’s psyche and sensitivity. This study focuses on the psychoanalytical behavior of women in phallocentric society to investigate how gender discrimination depends on the social identities of interacting parties. This study examines women’s identities in the selected short stories by Ismat Chughtai and Zaib-Un-Nisa Hamidullah to explore how women’s gender and their inhibitions create difficulties in self-representations for them. This research takes into account the South Asian socio-cultural settings in which Chughtai and Hamidullah's works are placed. Both writers have addressed the core issues related to women’s life going deep into their psychology. Employing the theoretical underpinnings of Chandra Talpade Mohanty, this research would engage with the lived experiences of the women of the sub-continent and highlight the debates and remedies to resolve their issues. The study seeks to clarify how patriarchal systems, power dynamics, and psychoanalytic processes affect women's sense of self and agency through an analysis of the women’s experiences. The findings shed light on more general concerns of gender, identity, and empowerment as well as feminist literary criticism.
Exploring Stress, Anxiety and Depression among Teachers at Public Sector Universities of Balochistan
Authors: Kakar Shaharyar Khan , Hayat Fazal , Naz Noreen
Published: May 2024

The study sought to explore the stress, anxiety, and depression among teachers at public sector universities of Balochistan. The accessible population consists of 267 teachers from social sciences departments at four public sector universities (UOB, BUITEMS, UOL and SBK) in the Quetta and Loralai divisions. The probability sampling technique was used for sample selection. Out of the total accessible population, 223 teachers were randomly selected. A closed-ended questionnaire based on the Likert scale, which was established by Lovibond & Lovibond, the Depression, Anxiety, and Stress Scale (DASS-42) in 1995 was adopted for data collection. The data were analyzed through percentages. Statistical values of items related to depression concluded that most of the subjects could not experience any positive feeling at all, most of the participants could not see to get going, the majority of the subjects had nothing to look forward to, the greatest number of the participants felt sad and depressed, mostly the participants had lost interest in just about everything. Findings generated from items related to anxiety revealed that a great number of the participants were aware of dryness of their mouth, the majority of the subjects experienced breathing difficulty, most of the participators had a feeling of shakiness, and a maximum number of the subjects found self in situations that made them so anxious.
Pricing strategies related to modern consumer psychology
Authors: Aftenev Sergiu
Published: May 2024

In the market economy, commodity prices form the market trend, and their adjustment is the priority of every company. It has become an inevitable choice for companies to set prices independently based on market conditions and consumer preferences. The price psychology of modern consumers is an important factor that cannot be ignored in realizing the market value of a company’s products, it is directly related to the level of market share and profitability, and it involves the vital interests of all parts of the industrial chain. The aim of this article is to enhance the understanding of the impact of the market economy on price formation and modern consumer psychology. This objective is achieved through a combination of theoretical exploration and empirical research, providing a comprehensive perspective on the subject under discussion. this article highlighted the significance of commodity prices in shaping market trends and emphasized the necessity for companies to adapt pricing strategies based on market conditions and consumer preferences. The interplay of commodity prices and market trends within a competitive economy underlines strategic imperatives for businesses.
Bibliographic diagnosis of green logistics: interaction or feedback in practical work
Authors: Carp Elena
Published: May 2024

Nowadays, there are many ways to understand sustainability and sustainable development. Among researchers today, there are different perspectives on how to approach the concept of green logistics. Being one of the main components of the sustainable development concept, a systematic approach to green logistics allows consideration of all its other components. In economic terms, this means planning and managing logistics activities to achieve maximum economic benefits. Socially, we consider providing safe working conditions for company employees, as well as manufacturing safe and high-quality products and/or implementing environmentally friendly services. From an environmental point of view, we refer to the reduction of negative environmental impact by applying modern technologies. It is obvious that despite the different approaches to understanding green logistics, it has both an applicative and practical character. Green logistics is an important business differentiator as it demonstrates the company’s positioning in relation to the future of the market and the economy, as well as its commitment to consumers and the environment. Commitments to sustainable logistics deliver benefits such as a good corporate reputation, cost savings, environmental responsibility, supply chain efficiency and opportunities for new partnerships. Therefore, green logistics is a step forward that can be implemented by all companies, regardless of their segment or size.
Retrieval Augmented Generation and academic search engines - some suggestions for system builders
Authors: Tay Aaron
Published: May 2024

As academic search engines and databases incorporate the use of generative AI into their systems, an important concept that all librarian should grasp is that of retrieval augmented generation (RAG).   You see it in use in all sorts of "AI products" today from chatbots like Bing Copilot, to Adobe's Acrobat Ai assistant that allow you to chat with your PDF.
Nghiên cứu ảnh hưởng của hình dạng tường chắn nổ đến giá trị áp lực sóng nổ tác dụng lên công trình bằng thí nghiệm nổ
Authors: Ngô Ngọc Thủy
Published: May 2024

This article presents the results of field explosion tests to determine the maximum pressure value of the blast wave acting on the front wall, side wall, roof and back wall of the building in cases with and without retaining walls. The author changed some retaining wall shapes to study the influence of the blast retaining wall shape on the maximum pressure value of the blast wave acting on the front wall, side walls, roof and back wall of the building, and draw some comments.
Học viện Hành chính Quốc gia - những dấu ấn 65 năm xây dựng và phát triển
Authors: Nguyễn Bá Chiến
Published: May 2024

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Xây dựng chính phủ mở trong quản trị quốc gia hiện đại - xu thế và một số vấn đề đặt ra
Authors: Nguyễn Thị Hồng Hải  , Hoàng Vĩnh Giang
Published: May 2024

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Cụ thể hóa và chuẩn hóa nội hàm đối với đối tượng áp dụng là "cộng đồng" trong các văn bản chính sách về dân tộc thiểu số
Authors: Lâm Minh Châu
Published: May 2024

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Văn hóa ứng xử của công chức, viên chức trên mạng xã hội
Authors: Phạm Thị Ninh  , Vương Thị Liên
Published: May 2024

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Kiểm soát về phân cấp, phân quyền trong hành chính nhà nước đáp ứng yêu cầu quản trị quốc gia
Authors: Trần Thị Diệu Oanh
Published: May 2024

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Thực trạng và giải pháp nâng cao hiệu quả thực thi chính sách đầu tư công
Authors: Nguyễn Thị Hải Vân
Published: May 2024

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Xây dựng và hoàn thiện pháp luật về vận động, tiếp nhận nguồn đóng góp tự nguyện hỗ trợ khắc phục khó khăn do thiên tai
Authors: Lê Thị Phượng
Published: May 2024

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Những yếu tố ảnh hưởng đến nâng cao năng lực sử dụng ngoại ngữ của công chức lãnh đạo, quản lý cấp tỉnh và cấp huyện khu vực Nam Bộ
Authors: Trương Cộng Hòa  , Bùi Thị Phương Lan
Published: May 2024

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Giải pháp nâng cao năng lực xây dựng văn bản quy phạm pháp luật của công chức tỉnh Thái Nguyên
Authors: Trần Thị Hương Huế
Published: May 2024

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Các nguyên tắc và giải pháp quản lý quyền riêng tư trong nền kinh tế số tại Việt Nam
Authors: Nguyễn Hoàng Quy  , Vũ Thị Thu Hằng
Published: May 2024

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The AI spectrum under the doctrine of necessity: Towards the flexibility of the future legal praxis
Authors: Seremeti Lambrini , Kougias Ioannis
Published: May 2024

Society is rapidly changing into an implicitus one. The main factor leading to this societal transition is the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), influencing all aspects of anthropocentric legal order. The deep concern to safeguard fundamental human rights under unforeseeable circumstances threatening hypostasis, leads those who are involved in the legal praxis to reorganize the legal system to ensure its functional continuity. To this purpose, a reliable extra-legal tool, such as the doctrine of necessity, is proposed, to validate the issue of AI development that falls outside the purview of any legal process, though, being necessary for society prosperity.
Location Benefits in Transfer Pricing
Authors: Bestelmeyer G. , Kluge S. , Probst D.
Published: May 2024

Although location benefits are discussed in the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines 2022 and the UN Practical Manual on Transfer Pricing for Developing Countries 2021, they play no or only a minor role in German transfer pricing practice. However, it can be assumed that this will change, as a Germany’s Federal Tax Court provides guidance on the consideration of location benefits and even requires them to be taken into account.
Plus Ça Change: The Fate of the Commission’s Open Investigations
Authors: Daly S.
Published: May 2024

Ten years on from the Commission’s opening investigation into the tax rulings provided to Apple by Ireland, the relationship between State aid law and tax rulings has finally reached a level of equilibrium following the decisions of the ECJ in Amazon, Engie and FIAT. Looking at next steps, the Commission will be considering how these decisions impact its open investigations into rulings granted to Huhtamäki, IKEA and Nike. This article suggests that the Commission, if it wishes to continue its cases against Luxembourg and the Netherlands, should shift its approach away from looking at whether or not there has been a deviation from the arm’s length principle to whether there has been administrative impropriety, baseline abuse or selectivity (using the traditional approach).
A Fundamental Study on Inter-Array Cabling Methods Between Two Floating Offshore Wind Turbines in Shallow Waters
Authors: Kim Kangho , Shim Chunsik , Kim Min Suk , Jeong Daseul
Published: May 2024

As the transition to renewable energy accelerates, interest in wind farms is heightening. There is a need to safely and economically transport energy produced from Floating Offshore Wind Turbines (FOWTs) to the shore. Consequently, this study conducted an analysis of inter-array cabling methods between two FOWTs in shallow waters, targeting the southwestern sea of South Korea. This research targeted four shapes of dynamic power cables: free hanging catenary, lazy wave shape, suspended and W-configuration type. To verify the economy of the dynamic power cable, the total lengths were compared, and to check safety, curvature and tension were examined. Insights obtained through this study indicate that among the four shapes of dynamic power cables, the lazy wave shape has substantial advantages in shallow waters.
Empowering Adolescents through Hands-on Wooden boatbuilding Training: Adapting Javanese Wooden Boat Design and Construction for a Teenage-Friendly Training Experience
Authors: Rosyid Daniel M. , Rosyid Samodra
Published: May 2024

In the realm of educational and cultural enrichment, empowering adolescents through hands-on wooden boatbuilding training connects them with Javanese maritime heritage. This scholarly exposition outlines a modern path for youth to engage in traditional wooden shipbuilding, emphasizing tangible skill acquisition and intangible heritage appreciation. The curriculum navigates the confluence of woodworking, mentorship, and cultural identity, fostering youth empowerment. This innovative pedagogical approach views wood sculpting as a vehicle for empowerment, creating a framework for youth-friendly learning inspired by Javanese shipwrights. The proposed model not only crafts seaworthy vessels but also shapes resilient, confident, and empowered young minds, navigating the waves of growth and identity.
Human digital twins to inform ship design
Authors: Taylor Nicole Catherine , Bekker Anriëtte , Kruger Karel
Published: May 2024

A key building block of digital twin solutions is a virtual counterpart for an asset that can be coupled to the asset throughout its lifecycle – predicting an asset’s potential performance at design and providing insight into operation during service. This paper presents the development of human digital twins that integrate human factors into conventional ship design procedures, particularly focussing on seakeeping performance assessments. A novel method for incorporating human-centric performance criteria in seakeeping analyses is proposed and initial validation thereof is detailed. Human digital twins are seen to provide a platform for informing the ship design process using data captured during vessel operation.
Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Power Management Systems in Ships – Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Assessment
Authors: Nazemian Amin , Boulougouris Evangelos , Melemadom Sarath Krishnan
Published: May 2024

This paper addresses the maritime industry's imperative to cut greenhouse gas emissions by exploring hybrid propulsion systems for bulk carrier vessels, specifically focusing on battery systems and hybridized conventional four-stroke generator engines. Utilizing the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and MARCOS decision-making method, the study evaluates diverse factors, including capital and operational expenditures, risk, emissions, bunkering availability, and weight. The research delves into different power management system topologies, such as conventional diesel engines, ammonia, and methanol-fueled engines, along with battery hybrids. The study underscores the methodological significance of decision-making tools and anticipates that evolving regulations will drive the maritime industry towards carbon neutrality through hybrid power management systems.
Improve Ship Design Success by Utilising Proactive Elicitation to Enhance Communication Among Diverse Stakeholders
Authors: Ou Chengfeng , Trodden David , Turkmen Serkan
Published: May 2024

Ships serve as crucial tools for maritime transportation and account for over 80% of global trade. However, the boundary between naval architecture and the maritime industry has existed for 150 years since the first Industrial Revolution. Despite the current ship design processes ensuring compliance with standards, a significant gap exists in effectively communicating and incorporating diverse stakeholders' expectations and desires during the ship design process. This communication gap may lead to a potential risk for incidents and compromise safety. To tackle this issue, this paper proposes to use proactive elicitation as a means to enhance the communication between various stakeholders and naval architects. To verify the impact of proactive elicitation on ship design success, discrete event models were developed in the study to simulate the ship design process. The simulation results demonstrated that the earlier the proactive elicitation is applied to ship design, the higher the level of design success can be achieved. In the short term, this approach can assist shipyards in the timely delivery of ships, while in the long term, it fosters improved compatibility between stakeholders and ships, enabling effective adaptation to future complex design conditions.
Introduction to the Concept of the German Navy Stability Standard DMS 1030-1
Authors: Russell P.
Published: May 2024

Following World War II and the founding of the German Armed Forces, lessons learned from ship accidents as well as scientific advancements called for a new stability regulation specific to the Federal German Navy, the BV 103. While certain minor modifications have been made through the years since then, the basic concept behind this standard still remains effective up to the succeeding regulation DMS 1030-1 of this day. With the most recent additions it has been proven to keep up with and even outclass the safety levels of current civilian stability regulations. The key to this success is early adaptation of available scientific techniques outside the usual constraints of large regulatory bodies.
Iron Powder as a fuel on Service Vessels
Authors: Scherpenhuijsen Rom Erik , Kana Austin
Published: May 2024

This paper investigates the feasibility of iron powder energy generation systems on board a semi-submersible crane vessel. This is done using a design model that integrates design information and a simulated mission profile to determine a hybrid iron powder setup split. This setup is then placed within a set of vessel designs to calculate a base level feasibility looking at the draft, stability, and emissions decrease. For those concepts that were technically feasible, the new hybrid iron powder setup contributed to a reduction of CO2 up to 25-50% and a reduction of NOx emissions between 15-50%, depending on the mission profile.
AK-KOYUNLU DEVLET TEŞKİLATI
Authors: PAYDAŞ Kazım
Published: May 2024

XIV. yüzyılda kurulan Ak-Koyunlu Devleti, XV. Yüzyılda önemli bir güç haline gelmiş ve özellikle Uzun Hasan Bey döneminde adından sıkça söz ettirmiştir. Ak-Koyunlular üzerinde bugüne kadar yapılan bilimsel çalışmalar, genellikle siyasî tarih ile sınırlı kalmıştır. Bu çalışmadaki amaç ise Ak-Koyunlu Devleti’nin teşkilat yapısını derinlemesine inceleyerek Ak-Koyunlu devlet teşkilatının temelini oluşturan saray hayatı, hükümet teşkilatı ve askerî teşkilatın onaya çıkış koşulları ve kurumların nasıl geliştirildiğini, tarihî süreç içerisinde incelemektir. Ak-Koyunluların özellikle İlhanlılar, Timurlular ve Kara-Koyunluları örnek alarak geliştirdikleri ve daha sonraları Safevîler tarafından Şah Tahmasb’a kadar fazla bir değişiklik yapılmadan sürdürülmüş olan devlet teşkilatları konusunda, bugüne kadar herhangi bir çalışma yapılmadığından bu sahada büyük bir boşluk bulunmaktaydı. Elinizdeki bu eser ile bu boşluk büyük oradan doldurulacaktır. Altı bölümden oluşan bu eserin birinci bölümünde hâkimiyet anlayışı, hükümdar ve hükümdarın özellikleri; ikinci bölümde saray hayatı; üçüncü bölümde hükümet teşkilatı; dördüncü bölümde mâlî durum; beşinci bölümde askerî teşkilat ve altıncı bölümde ise fikir ve sanat faaliyetleri incelenmiştir.
Working Capital Management
Authors:   Professor and Director Faculty of Management Studies Director, Industry Institute Interaction, Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education, Kanyakumari District, Tamil Nadu, India, Kinslin Dr. Devaraj , Christopher Dr. S. Edmund ,   Faculty of Finance & Accounting College of Business, City University Ajman (CUA) United Arab Emirates (UAE), Lakshmanan Dr. Srinivasan ,   Senior Solution Architect Delta System & Software Inc., Texas, USA.
Published: May 2024

The term “working capital” is often used to describe the money that a business needs to cover its immediate costs. The money that would normally go towards paying these bills becomes stuck in current assets, according to the finance manager. Net working capital (NWC), the difference between current assets and current liabilities, is the source of liquidity that he seeks. A lender considers the amount of the NWC as a measure of the business’s long-term commitment to supporting its existing assets. However, for a production manager, liquidity means that the material inputs to the manufacturing lines may be supplied continuously. Similarly, even while there is market demand, a marketing manager’s marketing sources will dry up if manufacturing is not happening. The production manager and the marketing manager are terrified about running out of stock, but the finance manager warns against overstocking. As a result of this disagreement, the organization’s mission often takes a second seat. Using a techno-financial framework for managing working capital, this book seeks to end these disagreements.
El “nosotros” testigo y el eclesial en Lucas. La compañía de Pablo a la luz de Hch 28,11-16
Authors: Mena Salas Enrique
Published: May 2024

En Hch 28,11-16, al final del viaje de Pablo a Roma, se percibe el interés del autor en que el Apóstol se sienta acogido a su vez que siempre acompañado, tópico repetido en la obra lucana. Este trabajo se ha propuesto analizar primero el contexto social grecorromano de esa necesidad de compañía y después los diversos modelos literarios del AT y el propio Jesús lucano, que pudieron influir en la conformación de la relación entre el Pablo lucano, misionero y mártir de la palabra de Jesús, y los posibles auditorios futuros, el nosotros creyente, herederos de su evangelización e imitadores de su sacrificio.
canon literario costarricense en el Programa de Estudios de Español para secundaria.
Authors: , docente universitaria. Licda. Rosareli Solano Garro
Published: May 2024

En el presente artículo se expone la relevancia social, cultural y educativa que tiene el canon literario costarricense y su oficialización mediante los textos recomendados en los programas oficiales de secundaria, se cuestiona la escogencia de ciertos textos como multiplicadores de pensamientos racistas. Se ilustra este aspecto mediante el fundamento teórico del racismo explicado por el autor Quince Duncan y su presencia en un cuento que forma parte de la lista oficial de lecturas del programa para el nivel de noveno año. El propósito de esta discusión es fomentar en docentes y estudiantes de la literatura, un acercamiento crítico y cuidadoso de las obras establecidas por el canon en Costa Rica.