bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Language Ideologies and English for Academic Purposes Writing: A Case in Ontario
Authors: Kinzie Stephanie
Published: February 2024

The field of language instruction is crucial in Canada, given the number of newcomers seeking to improve their English (or French) language skills after arrival. For those who plan to enter post-secondary education but do not meet required language proficiency scores, English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programs provide opportunities to strengthen linguistic and academic skills. These inarguably pragmatic goals are often unquestioned, yet EAP instruction is an ideological undertaking with social, economic, and political consequences. This qualitative study investigates language ideologies – rationalizations and justifications for language use and form – through interviews with EAP writing instructors. As participants discussed the material they taught, the language skills students developed, and the consequences of studying EAP writing, ideologies regarding what forms of language should be taught, the purposes of academic writing (instruction), and the social and political dimensions of language were (re)produced and resisted. Formative influences on these ideologies included education, upbringing, and personal language learning experiences. Developing a critical awareness of the understandings of language that inform teaching and learning can make more transparent the linguistic and social discourses that circulate within and beyond EAP writing classrooms and help instructors, students, and other EAP community members (re)produce or resist them strategically.
Empowering Rural Communities through Social Entrepreneurship
Authors: Mohd Sharif Siti Nurhayati Khairatun
Published: February 2024

This case study presents an inspiring journey of Wasinah Kuntagil, an indigenous Dusun woman from Sabah. Facing financial challenges due to her husband's illness, she started producing and selling tuhau floss, a traditional culinary delight from her community. Using a social entrepreneurship model, she not only supplemented her family's income but also provided opportunities for others in her community to earn more. By employing an interview method to collect comprehensive data, this research provides a valuable chance for students to examine the decision-making process of a rural entrepreneur and evaluate the positive effects of her management style on the economy and social well-being of the women in her community.

Keywords: agricultural economics, commercialisation, indigenous women, microeconomics, social entrepreneurship
Pracharumjai Foundation
Authors: Rachaporn Phannaphat
Published: February 2024

The problem of a shortage of volunteers for the Pracharumjai foundation, a public charitable organization, has been a persistent issue since the expansion of the foundation's offices in 1989 and the restructuring of the organization, which resulted in an increased workload for existing volunteers. This signifies a growing demand for volunteers. However, the human resource management process, especially job analysis and design, of the foundation has been deficient, leading to insufficient volunteer engagement with the work. The foundation attempted to address this problem by supporting cross-training to enable volunteers to work interchangeably. However, this approach has become a more complex issue, as it has led to an increased workload for volunteers and reduced commitment to the main tasks of volunteering, consequently affecting the efficiency of the foundation. This research will present the human resource management process of the foundation so far in order to discuss suitable strategies within the public charitable organizational context.
Rice Matters
Authors: Bhatnagar Dr. Vinod Kumar , Khan Dr. Sana
Published: February 2024

In Gwalior, India, Vikram Kapoor asked his wife Meenal to make lunch on July 30, 2023, sparking a discussion about rice. Rice, originating in India and China 9,000-10,000 years ago, is now a global staple. India is the world's top rice exporter (40% of global exports). Rice is the second most important cereal crop globally, with 510 million metric tons produced in the last harvest year and 510.3 million metric tons consumed in 2021/2022. India provides subsidized rice through government schemes. Meenal's concern was about the distribution system and costs of subsidized rice in India.
Stone Hotel and the fight over minimum wages
Authors: Wahid Fikri , Sarif Suhaimi , Ismail Yusof
Published: February 2024

This case study examines at how Ahmad, a hotel worker, changed over the course of his life while the hospitality business and labour laws in Malaysia changed. At first, Ahmad's family lived a simple life, like many others in their coastal town. They made a living by fishing and working in other nearby industries. But commercial and tourism growth pushed by the government drove them to move, which put Ahmad into the growing hotel business. Ahmad's job at Stone Hotel is very different from what he used to do for a living, which shows that he can adapt to new situations. Ahmad worked hard, but his pay stayed the same. He joined a trade union to try to get better working conditions and pay. This action started a big argument about how to read the Minimum Wages (Amendment) Order 2012, mainly about whether or not service charges should be counted towards the minimum wage. The fights between the union and the hotel, as well as the later court cases, show how complicated labour laws and collective bargaining can be. The court's decisions against the hotel's pay practises made it clear how important fair pay is and set a standard for how labour law should be applied. Ahmad's story shows how group action and legal actions can change fair labour practises and is a microcosm of the larger fight for worker rights in Malaysia.

 

Keywords: Minimum Wages; Collective Agreements; Industrial Relations; Conciliation
Editorial Note
Authors: Mhd Sarif Suhaimi
Published: February 2024

The primary theme of the issue is “Community-centric enterprises with Sejahtera principles.” This issue provides an opportunity to analyse the integration of community-oriented ideals across various backgrounds and sectors. The editorial seeks to bring together insights from these scenarios, enabling readers an in-depth perspective on the implementation of these concepts across numerous contexts.

These lessons, encompassing technological advancements, social entrepreneurship, volunteer management, and labour rights, collectively demonstrate the importance and relevance of Sejahtera principles in multiple industries. Each narrative provides a distinct viewpoint on how organisations and businesses could apply these concepts to promote the well-being of the community, implement sustainable practices, and achieve comprehensive growth. This editorial seeks to motivate readers to adopt these principles in their endeavours, so making a positive impact on a world that is characterised by more harmony, longevity, and fairness.
Complete Set of the Journal
Authors: Mhd Sarif Suhaimi
Published: February 2024

There are 15 cases listed in this Volume 15 Number 1 January 2024
COMPARISON OF DRILLING AND CHARGING SCHEMES FOR BLAST HOLES USING THE MODERN MICROMINE SOFTWARE PRODUCT
Authors:   Dnipro University of Technology, Anisimov Oleh , Cherniaiev Oleksii ,   Dnipro University of Technology, Hurov Ivan ,   Dnipro University of Technology
Published: February 2024

Purpose. The effective schemes of rock preparation using drilling and blasting operations in the conditions of Ingulets GOK with help of the Micromine software package were substantiated. The indicators of lineal drilling and charging volumes when using different schemes of placement of holes on the block were obtained. Methods. During the research, a digital model of the Ingulets open pit was created, and a site for research on the creation of holes was selected. A method of analyzing statistical data after calculating the volume of drilling and charging holes with explosives was used. Research results. Using of the Micromine software product allows to take into account the unevenness of the surface on the horizon and the formation of a flat horizon of the next bench through the use of a digital surface of the open pit. With the help of the software package, the optimal parameters of drilling and blasting operations and statistical data on the block of hole charges determined for the study were obtained. Scientific novelty. The use of the Micromine software package and the obtained indicators enabled to establishment of statistical data on the placement of holes in a staggered and rectangular drilling scheme. It allows to determine the most appropriate scheme, taking into account the drilling meterage and explosive volumes when preparing the block for extraction. Practical significance. The established technological schemes for the placement of drill holes on a drilling and blasting block in the conditions of Ingulets GOK allow for reduced drilling costs and planning drilling and blasting operations. It is proposed to set the amount of explosives taking into account the drilling schemes at the relevant horizons using the Micromine software product, which allows to set of average indicators and calculations in a modern geoinformation software product.
TECHNICAL AND ECONOMIC JUSTIFICATION OF THE FEASIBILITY OF FORMING TEMPORARY INTERNAL DUMPS IN IRON ORE PITS
Authors:   Dnipro University of Technology, Lozhnikov Oleksiі , Oleksiuk Maryna ,   Dnipro University of Technology
Published: February 2024

Purpose. To determine the effectiveness of internal dump formation during the temporary placement of overburden rocks in the conditions of the Poltavsky MPP pit. Methods. During the research, the following methods were used: analysis and systematization to evaluate the initial information regarding internal dump formation in iron ore quarries; analytical to establish a rational way of placing the internal dump in the residual space of the pit; graphic-analytical to determine the geometric parameters of dumps; technical and economic analysis to compare the efficiency of technological schemes of internal and external dump formation. Results. The proposed technological solution for dumping a temporary internal dump with a volume of 4 million m3 in the residual space of the Poltavsky MPP pit, with its subsequent transfer to an external dump after 6 years. The technical and economic efficiency of the proposed technological scheme of layer-by-layer dumping of rock overburden in the northern part of the Horishno-Plavnensky deposit, where the slopes of the pit have been temporarily inactive for a long time, has been proven. Scientific novelty. The influence of the rock haulage distance from the quarry to the dump on the productivity of dump trucks and their required number when haulage a given volume of overburden rocks was determined. It was established that when the haulage distance is increased by 3 times from 1 to 3 km, the productivity of the CAT 785 C dump truck is reduced by two times from 4.8 to 2.4 thousand t/m, which leads to the need to increase the dump trucks number from 4 to 9. Practical significance. It was determined that the formation of a temporary internal dump allows to achieve cost savings in the amount of UAH 281.3 million in the first year of implementation of the proposed solutions, and additional costs for replacing rocks from the internal dump to the external after six years will amount to UAH 365.4 million. It is proven that, taking into account the discounting factor, this amount in the form of current costs will amount to UAH 187.5 million, and the total economic effect of the proposed solutions will amount to UAH 68.27 million.
DEFORMATION STRUCTURES IN BROKEN FORMATIONS AND MELANGE ZONES OF THE OUTER UKRAINIAN CARPATHIANS
Authors:   Ivan Franko National University of Lviv, Bohdanova Milena , Hnylko Oleh ,   Institute of Geology and Geochemistry of Combustible Minerals, National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine
Published: February 2024

Purpose. The purpose of the work is to characterize exposed small deformation structures associated with broken formations and mélange zones, and an attempt to clarify their genesis. Method. The research methodology is based on elements of structural analysis, the description of deformation structures was given in accordance with the characteristics of similar structures in works [7-9]. Results. In the studied outcrops of the Ukrainian Outer Carpathians, some mesostructural forms developed in zones of distribution of tectonic melange and broken formations are characterized, including small folds, bends of layers, boudins, duplexes, as well as tectonic foliation. The transition from broken-formation to tectonic monomictic melange is described. Two types of this melange are considered, the first of which was formed in the zone of brittle deformations, and the second – during ductile deformations of the melange matrix. Scientific novelty. The characteristics of small deformation forms of broken formations and melanges have been supplemented. Within broken formations, sandstones retain sedimentary textures, and siltstones and mudstones are tectonically foliated mainly without preserving primary sedimentary textures. Disharmonic sinusoidal folds are described, the formation of which is associated with the active buckling mechanism; as well as monomic mélanges of both brittle and plastic types. Practical significance. The results obtained will be important for the construction of geological maps and will complement the understanding of tectonics and, accordingly, the position of mineral resources in the region.
Edukasi Pembuatan Pembukuan Keuangan Sederhana Menggunakan Aplikasi Digital Pada Usaha Desa Ambulu
Authors: Ade Ririn Oktavia  , Tesa Putri Rivayanti  , Yuan Wikani Fadjrin  , Wiwik Handayani
Published: February 2024

Ambulu merupakan salah satu desa yang terletak di Kecamatan Sumberasih Kabupaten Probolinggo. Desa Ambulu memiliki 5 dusun yang terdiri dari Dusun Damaran, Dusun Talang, Dusun Krajan, Dusun Tengah dan Dusun Kramat. Berdasarkan data pokok desa pada tahun 2022 desa ini memiliki kurang lebih 100 Usaha Mikro Kecil Menengah yang bergerak dibidang perikanan, makanan, tata busana, dan juga peracangan. Usaha Mikro Kecil Menengah (UMKM) merupakan salah satu andalan perekonomian di Indonesia. Namun, masih banyak UMKM yang tidak menggunakan pencatatan keuangan untuk mendukung usahanya. Salah satu penyebab UMKM tidak melakukan pembukuan adalah karena dianggap sulit dan tidak penting. Akibatnya perkembangan usaha tersebut terutama mengenai hasil keuangan tidak dapat diketahui dengan jelas. Oleh karena itu latar belakang diadakan kegiatan sosialisasi ini dengan tujuan agar pelaku UMKM di Desa Ambulu Kecamatan Sumberasih mampu meningkatan pengetahuan dan cara menerapkan praktik pencatatan pembukuan keuangan sederhana sehingga pelaku UMKM mengetahui kondisi keuangan usahanya. Metode pelaksanaan yang digunakan adalah secara door to door dengan diawali penjelasan sederhana tentang pencatatan pembukuan keuangan, dilanjutkan dengan pengaplikasian lalu diakhiri dengan sesi diskusi dan tanya jawab. Berdasarkan hasil kegiatan ini diperoleh sebanyak 75% peserta sudah mengetahui pentingnya pengelolaan keuangan, pencatatan, dan pelaporan keuangan. Dari hasil sosialisasi pentingnya pembuatan pembukuan keuangan sederhana ini dapat meningkatkan wawasan sekaligus pengetahuan pembuatan pembukuan keuangan usaha.
Pelatihan Penggunaan Microsoft Forms Dalam Pembelajaran Online
Authors: Subandi  , Wiharto Yudi , Mufti Mufti , Gata Grace , Aryasanti Agnes , Saputro Ari
Published: February 2024

SMPN 18 Tangerang Selatan telah mengadopsi pembelajaran online sebagai respons terhadap situasi pandemi COVID-19. Namun, masih ada tantangan dalam mengoptimalkan pengalaman pembelajaran online. Untuk itu, pelatihan penggunaan Microsoft Forms dilaksanakan untuk memberikan pemahaman dan keterampilan kepada guru-guru dalam menggunakan alat ini untuk meningkatkan interaktivitas dan pengumpulan data dalam proses pembelajaran online. Pelatihan ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pemahaman dan keterampilan kepada guru-guru SMPN 18 Tangerang Selatan dalam menggunakan Microsoft Forms dalam pembelajaran online. Guru-guru diharapkan dapat memanfaatkan alat ini untuk membuat kuis, survei, dan formulir interaktif yang dapat digunakan dalam pengumpulan data dan evaluasi siswa. Metode pelatihan dengan sosialisasi dan pengenalan, pelatihan dimulai dengan sesi sosialisasi tentang tujuan pelatihan, manfaat penggunaan Microsoft Forms, dan contoh-contoh penggunaan dalam konteks pembelajaran online, dilanjutkan dengan demonstrasi langkah demi langkah, latihan praktis dan diskusi. Hasil dari pelatihan ini berdampak positif pada pengetahuan dan ketrampilan peserta dilihat dari hasil evaluasi pelatihan yang mencapai dengan nilai 94% tingkat pemahaman dalam penggunaan Microsoft Forms. Kesimpulan dari kegiatan pelatihan ini, dengan memperhatikan kebutuhan guru-guru dan menyediakan metode pelatihan yang sesuai, pelatihan ini sangat efektif dalam meningkatkan kemampuan guru-guru dalam menggunakan Microsoft Forms dalam konteks pembelajaran online.
Implementasi Game Tebak Gambar Binatang Berbasis Android Sebagai Media Pembelajaran Anak Usia Dini
Authors: Prasetya Renaldi , Wahyuni Febriana Santi , Rudhistiar Deddy
Published: February 2024

Dengan semakin pesatnya perkembangan teknologi utamanya perangkat handphone telah menyasar semua kalangan termasuk anak kecil usia 3 sampai 5 tahun, sehingga mau tidak mau orang tua harus melakukan pengawasan terhadap anak mereka. Tetapi kenyataannya, teknologi tidak bisa terelakKan. Sebagai orang tua yang terpenting saat ini adalah bagaimana agar perangkat handphone yang dimainkan anak-anak dapat diolah dengan baik dan berdampak positif bagi anak mereka, meskipun tetap perlu adanya pengawasan. Pengawasan pada anak yang telah sekolah tidak dapat dilakukan secara terus-menerus. Apabila di sekolah, secara tidak langsung orang tua hanya bisa berharap kepada para guru yang menjadi orang tua kedua mereka. Guru sebagai pendidik harus bisa memberikan pengertian kepada anak Taman Kanak-Kanak agar pemanfaatan handphone dapat digunakan untuk hal yang positif salah satunya adalah dengan menyediakan media pembelajaran berbasis game mobile. Permasalahannya adalah hanya sedikit bahkan jarang terdapat aplikasi mobile berupa game yang menyediakan suatu media pembelajaran sederhana untuk anak Taman Kanak Kanak (TK). Melalui pengabdian ini akan dirancang dan dikembangkan suatu game edukasi tebak gambar binatang berbasis android sebagai media pembelajaran pada anak usia 3-5 tahun. Untuk mengetahui dampak dari penerapan aplikasi maka dilakukan implementasi dan pengujian, dimana hasil skor rata-rata nilai SUS dari 15 responden adalah 88,33, dan apabila mengacu pada rentang nilai usability scale dapat disimpulkan bahwa aplikasi game tebak gambar binatang yang telah dikembangkan masuk pada kategori acceptable atau dapat diterima dengan baik dengan kategori dampak yang cukup signikan. Sementara fungsionalitas juga telah memenuhi kebutuhan penggunannya.
Assessment Rubrics as Effective Feedback: Prospective Teachers' Perceptions and Practices
Authors: Mir Tayyaba Tariq , Arif Amna , Gul Fariha
Published: February 2024

This paper examines the receptiveness among prospective teachers for rubrics as effective feedback for learning and assessment. It also investigates the dispositions among prospective teachers toward the practice of rubrics in their future classrooms. It uses a qualitative research approach and collects data from 15 participants who were selected through a purposive sampling method from four universities. The data is analyzed using NVivo 12 Pro, and themes are derived and calculated based on the frequency of responses. The paper finds that using rubrics for grading has various benefits for both prospective teachers and their learners, such as improvement in grades, motivation, awareness, feedback, support, skillfulness, quality, time management, critical thinking, etc. The paper also finds that there are some challenges and gaps in the implementation and practice of rubrics in the Pakistani education system.
Causes of High Dropouts & Poor Enrollment at Primary School Level in Balochistan: A Case Study of Chagai District
Authors: Baloch Gul Khan Naseer , Jariko Ghulam Ali , Mughal Shahab Uddin
Published: February 2024

This research was carried out to explore causes of high dropouts and poor enrollment at primary school level in district Chagai Balochistan. The purpose of this study was to explore the Dropout & Low Enrolment causes, their interdependence and interconnectivity to be able to have a clear picture and find out recommendations and solutions of these issues. Governments in all tear are working harder and spending a lot of money to counter the present alarming situation in primary education, but results are not satisfactory. The research revealed that most of the parents 34.5% were illiterate, while 33.3% having matriculation or less education and 78.8%, distance as reason, 42.2% while 38.9% low family income, and 48.8%. Further, affecting factors identified as; poverty, illiteracy and non-availability of schools, lack of basic facilities, multi-grade teaching and access issues have a strong relation to low enrollment and high dropout.
Unravelling the Link between Social Media Usage and Academic Achievement among ESL Learners: A Quantitative Analysis
Authors: Ramzan Muhammad , Bibi Rozina , Khunsa Nafeesa
Published: February 2024

On account of the widespread utilization of social media worldwide, much research has been done to ascertain how it affects the Learning achievement of students. Therefore, the aim of this study was to explore the relationship between social media use and academic performance in English as a second language (ESL) students. 412 secondary school students from Karachi participated in the study,which used quantitative research techniques. The study's conclusions showed that students used social media platforms to a respectable extent. Additionally, it was found that ESL students' use of social media considerably improved their ESL learning outcomes. By identifying the influence of social media use, educators and policymakers may create plans to maximize its potential for raising academic engagement and performance among ESL students. It may also come from further research in this area, which will ultimately benefit ESL students and their educational experiences.
Impacto de la percepción de riesgo del Covid-19 en el malestar psicológico de adultos mayores
Authors: Moreta Herrera Rodrigo , Sanabria Madelayne , Álava Enríque , Rodas Jose A.
Published: February 2024

Introducción: Determinar en qué medida la percepción de riesgo de contagio y letalidad del Covid-19 predice la experiencia de ansiedad, depresión y estrés en adultos mayores. Método: Estudio descriptivo, correlacional y explicativo de corte transversal por medio de metodología de encuestas. Participantes: 40 adultos mayores (67.5 % mujeres), con edades entre los 65 a 85 años (M = 73, DE = 5.68) pertenecientes a una asociación de jubilados de la ciudad de Quevedo, Ecuador. Resultados: Existe una débil correlación positiva entre los síntomas de ansiedad, estrés y depresión con la percepción de riesgo de contagio y de letalidad al Covid-19 entre los participantes. Además, estos elementos porcentuales del riesgo asociados al Covid-19, explican de manera significativa en los cambios de la varianza de la ansiedad, el estrés y la depresión en adultos mayores. Conclusión: La percepción de riesgo de contagio y de letalidad al Covid-19 son predictores del aparecimiento de síntomas de ansiedad, estrés y depresión en adultos mayores.
Pozdravi i zahvale kao važni govorni činovi u školskom i vanškolskom okruženju
Authors: Palić Ismail , Omerović Mirela , Selmanagić-Lizde Elma
Published: February 2024

U članku se raspravlja o upotrebi govornih činova pozdravljanja i zahvaljivanja kod učenika srednjoškolskog uzrasta i važnosti ovih komunikacijskih jedinica u svakodnevnom ophođenju u školskom i vanškolskom okruženju. Poznato je da ljudi govornim činovima obavljaju specifične društvene aktivnosti. Pozdravljanje i zahvaljivanje predstavljaju jednostavne govorne činove iz područja fatičke komunikacije koji se odlikuju visokim stupnjem konvencionaliziranosti, ritualnosti i stereotipnosti i pokazatelji su kulturno preporučenog i prihvatljivog ponašanja u društvu. Mnogi govorni činovi u određenoj zajednici obuhvaćaju ustaljene, često formulaične obrasce koji su kolektivno usvojeni odnjezinih pripadnika. Tu svakako spadaju i pozdravi i zahvale kao visoko tipizirani fatički iskazi koji se ubrajaju u skupinu predstrukturiranih jezičkih obrazaca u okviru institucionaliziranih govornih činova. Govorni činovi pozdravljanja i zahvaljivanja imaju značajne pedagoške vrijednosti jer igraju ključnu ulogu u razvoju komunikacijskih i socijalnih vještina kod djece i mladih. Cilj je rada pokazati načine jezičkoga ostvarivanja navedenih govornih činova kod srednjoškolaca te utvrditi i analizirati njihove stavove o važnosti takve vrste jezičkog ponašanja i djelovanja s aspekta iskazivanja ljubaznosti i zauzimanja odgovarajućeg stava prema drugim ljudima i u odgojno-obrazovnoj praksi i u svakodnevnoj komunikaciji izvan školskog okruženja. Posebno je značajno ukazati i na obrazovnu potrebu za poučavanjem o važnosti pozdravljanja i zahvaljivanja u nastavnoj praksi u kontekstu kulture izražavanja i jezičkog bontona. Istraživanje je provedeno anketiranjem srednjoškolaca triju sarajevskih gimnazija, s pretpostavkom da općenito postoje razlike u izvođenju ispitivanih govornih činova u školskom okruženju i izvan njega. Također se očekuje da su navedene nepodudarnosti uvjetovane društvenim statusom komunikatora, stupnjem bliskosti odnosno distanciranosti, dobnim ili spolnim razlikama te porodičnim i drugim vrijednostima i običajima.
The Effects of the Discrimination Experiences of Older Adults on the Meaning in Life: Sequential Mediating Effects of Self-esteem and Autonomy
Authors:   Korea Gerontological Society, Hong Cho Rong , Choi Yuna , Nam Seok In
Published: February 2024

The aim of this study is to investigate the sequential mediating effects of self-esteem and autonomy in the pathway through which experiences of discrimination impact the meaning in life among older adults. To accomplish this, among the elderly aged 65 or older who use two senior welfare centers in Seoul and one in Gyeonggi-do, the study subjects were recruited by considering the ratio based on gender and 75 years of age. A face-to-face survey was conducted from May to July 2018. Data from 200 participants were ultimately analyzed. The SPSS PROCESS macro program was employed as the analytical tool to validate the dual mediation effect through a multi-mediator model with two parameters, and the significance of the mediation effect was confirmed using bootstrapping. The primary findings of this study are as follows: First, it was demonstrated that experiences of discrimination among older adults significantly influenced their self-esteem. Additionally, self-esteem exhibited a substantial effect on autonomy. However, the direct effect of experiences of discrimination on autonomy and the meaning in life among older adults was not found to be statistically significant. Second, in the relationship between experiences of discrimination and the meaning in life among older adults, only the pathway that traversed through self-esteem and autonomy sequentially was identified as significant, thereby confirming the presence of a sequential mediating effect. Based on these results, recommendations were provided in terms of social welfare policies and practical interventions aimed at enhancing the meaning in life for older adults who have encountered experiences of discrimination.
The Global Impact and Management of Foodborne RNA Viruses
Authors: Passarella Teixeira Ana Izabel
Published: February 2024

This Mini-review addresses the significant health implications of foodborne RNA viruses, such as norovirus and hepatitis A, which are major contributors to global foodborne illnesses. These viruses are typically transmitted via the oral-fecal route and can contaminate food during production, processing, and handling. Characterized by their robust, non-enveloped structure and high genetic variability, they present unique challenges in control and prevention. This paper summarizes their prevalence, transmission, and risk factors, emphasizing the importance of stringent hygiene and food safety measures. It also discusses the necessity for comprehensive preventive strategies throughout the food supply chain and the critical role of surveillance and monitoring systems. The following Mini-review aims to enhance understanding and guide the development of effective interventions for mitigating the risk of foodborne RNA virus outbreaks.
Application of Underwater Robot in Safety Monitoring of Sluice Gates
Authors: Zhang Minghui , Xu Juncai , Zhang Jingkui , Luo Jugang
Published: February 2024

This study focuses on a key hydraulic structure in China - the sluice gate - and explores the application of underwater robots equipped with optical imaging technology in safety monitoring. Given that the underwater structure of sluice gates is constantly exposed to water, making them susceptible to corrosion and erosion, the study underscores the necessity of regular safety inspections. The technology of underwater robots utilized in this research effectively addresses disturbances caused by water flow and conducts thorough analysis using high-definition video and image data. The findings reveal that this technology can accurately identify a range of structural defects such as sedimentation, concrete erosion, and cracks, even in low-visibility underwater environments. This discovery confirms the significant potential of underwater robots in enhancing the efficiency of safety monitoring for sluice gates. Overall, the study not only proves the practicality of underwater robots in inspecting the structure of sluice gates but also provides profound insights into the advancement of underwater detection technology and the maintenance and safety assessment of hydraulic facilities.
The Psychological Impact of Leisure and Rehabilitation Activities in Children and Adolescents With Autism: A Delphi Approach
Authors: Grossi Enzo
Published: February 2024

BACKGROUND. The leisure-rehabilitation programs offered to children and adolescents with autism convey feelings like emotional, social, cognitive, and physical engagement, fun, adventure, and sense of novelty. Each activity however has an intrinsic power to influence the emotional pattern in different ways.

AIM. To define how each type of rehabilitation program can be expected to influence the psychological response di children and adolescent affected by autism.

METHODS. We applied the Delphi procedure during a workshop with 12 expert therapists (8 females- 4 males), with the aim of achieving consensus regarding the appropriateness of 11 types of leisure-rehabilitation activities in inducing seven types of psychological responses.

RESULTS. The activities with the highest potential for each psychological response were: for emotional and cognitive engagement dramatherapy, for social engagement and for fun team sports, for physical engagement and for sense of adventure indoor climbing, for sense of novelty outdoor visits to museums. The top five activities with the highest overall impact (mean overall score > 7) were in decreasing order: indoor climbing, team sports, outdoor visits to common life environments, outdoor visits to parks and gardens, and dramatherapy.

CONCLUSIONS. We hope that this Delphi exercise will help the carers of individuals with autism to choose and adapt possible leisure activities according to the specific needs of the subject, maximizing the potential benefit of rehabilitation.
Grandparenting Children With Special Needs and Disabilities: A Narrative Review
Authors: Venkatesan Srinivasan
Published: February 2024

The primary goal of this narrative review is to gather research contributions regarding the experiences of grandparents who are involved in raising children with special needs and disabilities. A survey design was used to collect titles of articles from both online and offline databases of national and international journals, chapters or full-length books from the fields of family science, gerontology, and disability impairments. The compiled list, consisting of 149 entries up to December 2023, was analyzed using a PRISMA flow diagram and harvest plot to illustrate the results. The findings reveal various types, roles, duties, and functions of grandparenting. A few new forms of emergent long-distance care, respite care, custodial care, and surrogate grandparenting are observed. The review emphasizes specific findings related to grandparenting special children across different timelines and cultures. It calls for a reassessment, revision, and updating of past or present theories, paradigms, and models of grandparenting, tools, and measurement, as well as interventions to enhance their skills in light of the changing landscape of dealing with children with special needs and disabilities in the upcoming age of virtual relationships and the digital world of the future.
A comparison of caries experience among orphanage childrenwith non-orphans attending government school of indore city
Authors: Sontakke Shantanu , Mishra Prashant , Nagarajappa Sandeh , Chand Binti R. , Jain Ankit , Gupta Dhaman , Vyas Chirag
Published: February 2024

INTRODUCTION.
Oral health is an imperative to general health. It is important in many aspects of child development, as poor oral health can lead to problems with nutrition, speech development and self-esteem. Children living in orphanage are considered vulnerable to oral diseases.

OBJECTIVE.
To identify and compare the caries experience of children between the ages of 6 and 15 living in orphanages with children attending school in the city of Indore.

METHODS.
A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 6-15 years aged orphanage children and children studying in schools located in the same geographical area of the Indore city. A total of 200 children in each group were taken under the study. The data collected were oral hygiene practice and dentition status on WHO form 2013 for adults. The data was then analysed to determine mean DMFT and deft score.

RESULTS.
A statistically significant (p=0.001) difference in mean DMFT between orphans and non-orphans was observed. The decayed and missing component shows a statistically significant (p=0.001) difference between the orphans and non-orphans. For the primary dentition, the results show that the mean deft of orphans (0.28±0.84) was significantly higher (p=0.001) than non-orphans.

CONCLUSIONS.
Based on the results of the present study, it can be concluded that the dental caries experience of orphans living in government-funded orphanage homes was found to be better than non-orphans studying in government school.
Comparison of lifestyle and nutritional status between women with and without metabolic syndrome
Authors: Pachocka Lucyna , Mękus Małgorzata
Published: February 2024

INTRODUCTION.
Amidst the growing epidemic of obesity and diabetes, metabolic syndrome (MetS) is one of the greatest health problems. Lifestyle factors and bad habits are responsible for the emergence and development of MetS.

OBJECTIVE.
The aim of the study was to compare and check whether women with MetS adhered to a healthy diet and had a healthier lifestyle than women without MetS, and to compare the impact of women’s lifestyles on their nutritional status.

MATERIAL AND METHODS.
The study included 167 women aged 20-78. As per guidelines, all tests required fasting. Comparisons of individual quantitative variables between groups were made using the Student’s t-test for independent variables or the Mann-Whitney U-test. The relationship between quantitative variables was verified with the Spearman correlation coefficient. All statistical tests were based on a significance level of p<0.05.

RESULTS.
Women with MetS were more likely to have bad habits such as smoking, adding sugar to beverages and adding salt to food on the plate, while alcohol consumption was more common in women without MetS, but there was a statistically significant positive correlation between alcohol consumption and HDL-cholesterol levels in both groups. Women with MetS showed statistically significantly higher body weight, BMI, waist and hip circumferences (p<0.001), a statistically significant positive relationship between adding sugar to beverages and triglyceride levels (r=0.2699, p=0.015). In women without MetS, there was a statistically significant negative correlation between HDL-cholesterol levels and cigarette smoking (r=-0.2709, p=0.014). Women with MetS had statistically significantly higher mean systolic and diastolic blood pressure and mean serum levels of total cholesterol (p<0.001), LDL-cholesterol (p=0.007), triglycerides (p<0.001) and glucose (p<0.001) than women without MetS.

CONCLUSIONS.
Nutritional errors were shown in both groups, including deficiencies in calcium, folates, iron, vitamin D and excessive sodium and phosphorus intake. Therefore, it is important to prevent the onset of MetS components and to educate and assist professionals in setting realistic goals individually adapted to each patient.
Hepatitis B in Poland in 2021
Authors: Stępień Małgorzata , Kowalczyk Monika
Published: February 2024

OBJECTIVE.
Evaluation of the epidemiological situation of hepatitis B in Poland in 2021 compared to previous years, considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

MATERIAL AND METHODS.
Data from individual reports on hepatitis B cases and HBV infections registered by local sanitary and epidemiological stations in the EpiBaza system were analyzed. Aggregate data published in the annual bulletins: “Infectious diseases and poisonings in Poland”, “Vaccinations in Poland” and data on deaths provided by the Demographic Surveys Department of Statistics Poland (GUS) were also used.

RESULTS.
In 2021, a total of 1,547 cases of hepatitis B were registered, including 10 cases of acute hepatitis B, with an incidence of acute hepB 0.03/100,000 population. The incidence of acute hepB was lower by 25% than in 2020 and lower by 75% than the median incidence for 2015-2019. Acute cases occurred only in 6 voivodeships, all in people over 28 years of age. Two out of 10 acute cases were classified as imported. In 2021, 1,537 chronic or unknown-phase cases (UNK) were reported and registered, the diagnosis rate was 4.03/100,000 and was higher by 58% than the rate in 2020 and lower by 53% than the median for 2015-2019. The distribution of cases by gender, age and place of residence was similar to that observed previously – chronic cases or UNK were diagnosed more often in men (male-to-female ratio 1.5:1) and people living in cities. Two chronic infections have been reported in infants born to HBV-infected women. 2.5% of chronic and UNK cases were considered imported. According to Statistics Poland (GUS), 20 people died in 2021, including 3 due to acute hepatitis B. The vaccination coverage of 1-year-olds with 3 doses of hepatitis B vaccine (HepB3) decreased slightly compared to 2020 and amounted to 89.3%.

 CONCLUSIONS.
In the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, a gradual levelling of the sharp decline in the number of diagnosed chronic and UNK cases that occurred in 2020 was observed. In acute cases, a further decline in incidence was noted compared to 2020, but a smaller number of acute cases was most likely due to the lower effectiveness of surveillance during the COVID-19 pandemic, rather than from an improvement in the epidemiological situation. The vaccination coverage of children in the second year of life (born in 2020) with the third dose of HepB vaccine continued to decline, although slightly.
Professional development programme in speciality 014.01 - Secondary education. Ukrainian language and literature
Authors:   Institute of Pedagogy of the National Academy of Educational Sciences of Ukraine, Topuzov Oleh
Published: February 2024

The in-service training programme is aimed at familiarising you with positive examples of European policy and practice of quality school education with an interdisciplinary focus on the development of key competences and basic skills for lifelong learning. The main outcomes of the programme are to raise teachers' awareness of key aspects of of effective educational policy and practice in EU countries and the implementation of this knowledge in the Ukrainian educational system.
Dampak Keterbatasan Sumber Daya Ekonomi Terhadap Kualitas Hidup Lansia Di Lembaga Pemasyarakatan Kelas II A Abepura
Authors: Itaar Faldy Fernando , Subroto Mitro
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini menganalisis dampak keterbatasan sumber daya ekonomi pada kualitas hidup narapidana lansia di Lembaga Pemasyarakatan Kelas IIA Abepura. Lansia di dalam penjara sering menghadapi keterbatasan ekonomi, akses terbatas terhadap layanan kesehatan, dan pengeluaran tambahan yang meningkat. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan data sekunder. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa narapidana lansia di Lapas Abepura menghadapi kesulitan dalam mencari pekerjaan yang sesuai dengan kondisi fisik mereka, memicu pengaruh negatif terhadap kualitas hidup mereka. Pengeluaran tambahan untuk makanan, kebutuhan sehari-hari, dan perawatan kesehatan juga menjadi beban ekonomi yang signifikan. Dukungan sosial dari staf Lapas dan organisasi nirlaba memiliki peran penting dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup narapidana lansia, terutama dalam hal akses terhadap layanan kesehatan, program-program kesejahteraan sosial, dan dukungan psikologis.
Correlating forensic data for enhanced network crime investigations: Techniques for packet sniffing, network forensics, and attack detection
Authors: Kamble Dhwaniket , Rathod Santosh , Bhelande Manish , Shah Alok , Sapkal Pravin
Published: February 2024

In today’s digitally saturated world, digital devices are frequently involved in criminal events as targets, mediums, or witnesses. Forensic investigations encompass the collection, recovery, analysis, and presentation of information stored on network devices, with specific relevance to network crimes. Such investigations often necessitate the use of diverse analysis tools and methods. This study introduces techniques that support digital investigators in correlating and presenting information derived from forensic data, with a primary focus on packet sniffing, network forensics, and attack detection. By leveraging these methodologies, investigators aim to achieve more valuable reconstructions of events or actions, resulting in enhanced case conclusions. The study emphasizes the importance of understanding how malware operates within the context of the Internet. It explores packet sniffing techniques to capture and analyze network data, enabling investigators to detect and trace the origins of malicious activities. Additionally, it delves into the realm of network forensics, proposing effective methods for gathering evidence from network devices and reconstructing digital events. Furthermore, the study covers the significance of attack detection in network crime investigations. It highlights techniques to identify and analyze attack patterns, facilitating the identification of perpetrators and their motivations. By correlating information obtained from forensic data, investigators can obtain comprehensive insights into the nature and impacts of network crimes. Overall, this study aims to arm digital investigators with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complexities of packet sniffing, network forensics, and attack detection. By incorporating these techniques into their investigations, investigators can achieve more robust reconstructions of events, draw well-informed conclusions, and contribute to the successful resolution of network crime cases.
ANALISIS BUDAYA ORGANISASI MENGGUNAKAN HOFSTEDE DAN ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENT (OCAI)(Studi Kasus pada Fakultas Ekonomi Dan Bisnis Universitas Muhammadiyah Bengkulu)
Authors: Herfianti Meiffa , Nengsih Mimi Kurnia , Ari Pribowo M. Galy Njoman
Published: February 2024

Organizational culture affects a person's role in carrying out his role. The success of organizational culture is marked by changes in individual behavior that can be emulated by other individuals. This study aims to determine the organizational culture created in the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Muhammadiyah Bengkulu. The method used in analyzing organizational culture is Hofstede's method and OCAI (Organizational Culture Assessment Instrument) analysis. The results of the analysis using Hofstede's cultural dimensions state that the Faculty of Economics and Business, Muhammadiyah University of Bengkulu is in an organizational culture that has an even distribution of power, is collectivistic, masculinity has a strong influence within the institution, the institution focuses on things that have certainty value, the institution concentrate more on matters that have a long-term, future-oriented nature, and implement pragmatic values and institutions that control the fulfillment of needs and regulations with strict social norms. Meanwhile, based on the OCAI analysis, the current organizational culture and the expected organizational culture in the future is the Clan organizational culture. This means that there is a match between the desires of the leadership and employees because they are in the same organizational cultural orientation, namely a friendly workplace where people share with each other like a big family.
PENGARUH FINANCIAL LITERACY, FINANCIAL EXPERIENCE, DAN FINTECH TERHADAP FINANCIAL BEHAVIOR MASYARAKAT KOTA DEPOK
Authors: Farah Salsabila Putri Waluyo  , Arif Widodo Nugroho  , Deni Adha Akbari
Published: February 2024

This study aims to find out how the influence of financial literacy, financial experience, and financial technology (fintech) on financial behavior in Depok City. In this study using a quantitative approach. The data source in this study uses primary data by collecting data through questionnaires distributed to people in Depok City who use e-payments. The sampling technique in this study was using purposive sampling, so the number of samples in this study was 210 respondents. As for the data analysis technique in this study using Partial Least Square (PLS) with the help of SmartPLS 4 for windows. The results of this study indicate that financial literacy and financial technology have a positive and significant impact on financial behavior among e-payment users in Depok City. As for financial experience, it has no influence on financial behavior. This can happen because when people in Depok City make payments, they are still not careful in deciding their finances and they have different characteristics.