bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Features extraction for traffic sign recognition
Authors: Wang Tianyi , Dou Jianlin , Wu Junyi , Zhang Hang , Lu Yunhua
Published: September 2023

Traffic sign recognition (TSR) is the basic technology of the Advanced Driving Assistance System(ADAS) and intelligent automobile, while a highly qualified feature vector plays a key role in TSR. Therefore, the feature extraction of TSR has become active research in the fields of computer vision and intelligent automobiles. Although deep learning features have made a breakthrough in image classification, it is difficult to apply to TSR because of its large scale of training dataset and high space-time complexity of model training. Considering visual characteristics of traffic signs and external factors such as weather, light, and blur in real scenes, an efficient method to extract high-qualified image features is proposed. As a result, the lower-dimension feature can accurately depict the visual feature of TSR due to its powerful descriptive and discriminative ability. In addition, benefiting from a simple feature extraction method and lower time cost, our method is suitable to recognize traffic signs online in real-world applications scenarios. Extensive quantitative experimental results demonstrate the effectiveness and efficiency of our method.
Research on two popular recommendation algorithms for anime
Authors: Meng Zhefei
Published: September 2023

Anime is a popular eastern art form whose audience is mainly young people. In recent years, many people choose to watch anime on the websites. The recommendation system plays a very important part in improving the user experience and saving time. This paper focuses on two basic recommendation algorithms based on machine learning and deep learning methods, including the content-based and collaborative filtering method. The data used in this paper was downloaded from a public dataset on Kaggle. This paper shows how the two methods perform in the anime dataset and compares the results of the two methods. However, two methods have their own advantages in different conditions. The content-based method works when the user wants some related contents. The collaborative filtering method works better while considering more factors other than contents. These two methods can be combined under a new algorithm to form an even more reliable and reasonable recommendation system in the future studies.
Comparison of machine learning algorithms for credit card fraud transaction prediction
Authors: Wu Jindi
Published: September 2023

Nowadays, credit card transaction is widely used in commercial activities, the number of fraud transaction is increasing. Especially when e-commerce and online shopping have arisen explosively and COVID-19 pandemic spread, the fraud transaction increasing surprisingly. Detecting the credit card fraud transaction is of great importance for both banks and depositors. To verify the effectiveness of machine learning algorithms for this task, several models are leveraged and examined in this work. These models include naive Gaussian bayes model, logistic regression model, random forest classifier, convolutional neural network (CNN) and support vector machine (SVM). Besides, the effectiveness of pre-processing techniques, including undersampling and oversampling, is also conducted on the training dataset for validating their effectiveness on predicting whether a transaction is a fraud or not and their joint effort with different models. In this work, these models are implemented with European dataset of credit card fraud and the best method is selected for this application.
Research on the autonomous train control system based on vehicle-to-vehicle communication
Authors: Gao Yupeng
Published: September 2023

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the importance of rail transit, which is largely due to the development of cities. It is anticipated that a new generation of train control systems will be required as the number of passengers increases and track resources become more limited. Seven driving modes of the autonomous train control system based on vehicle-to-vehicle communication are studied in four aspects: system architecture, control method, driving mode conversion, and system safety analysis. By analyzing the correlation between each operating mode in the normal and abnormal operations scenarios, and taking safety into consideration, this paper proposes a train driving mode conversion scheme that covers the whole scenario of train operation by taking safety into consideration in both normal and abnormal operations. This virtual coupling technology further reduces the overall system headway, thereby allowing for more efficient train control systems to be developed, and is intended to provide a useful reference for the engineering of new train control systems.
Investigating Player Selection within UK Academy Soccer: The Application of Objective and Subjective Assessments in Detecting Talent
Authors: J. Kite Rich , R. Noon Mark , Morris Rhys , Mundy Peter , D. Clarke Neil
Published: September 2023

Talent selection and development in academy soccer is highly dependent on coach intuition. Given such reliance upon subjective inputs, a greater understanding towards the utility of coach intuition may prove invaluable. The present study investigated coach agreement, the associations between subjective and objective outcomes and prominent traits highlighted within player (de)selection. Academy players (n = 45, age = 14 ± 2yrs) and coaches (n = 10, age = 31 ± 5yrs) were recruited from a professional soccer academy. Objective assessments included tactical and psychological surveys, physical assessments (linear sprints, change of direction and jumping tasks) and performance analysis (performance assessment for team sports). Coach subjective player gradings were collected using a visual analogue scale aligned to the objective assessments. Lead and assistant coaches demonstrated poor-to-moderate agreements in perceived player skills (ICC = 0.48 to 0.76) and fair to almost perfect agreement in player (de)selection (ICC= 0.23-1.00, P <.001 to .26). However, coach agreement reduced as players aged. Likewise, a maturation related bias was present whereby biologically older players were selected over their lesser mature players. Moreover, coach intuition demonstrated a strong predictive capability to select players, whilst the study was incapable of distinguishing exclusive traits related to selection outcome.
College Students' Struggles with Career Decisions and Their Personality
Authors: Akbar Heera , Ahmad Summiya , Muhammad Hayat
Published: September 2023

Students face challenges while selecting a career in Pakistan is very common. 99% students lack career counselling services in schools, colleges and universities. In the current study career decision-making difficulties faced by students in Peshawar was investigated when they plan to apply in a school, college and university and to evaluate what kind of assistance they need in their career choices related to their personality. Objective: To see how personality affect the decision-making of careers in students at high schools, colleges, and universities.  Methods: The influence of personality traits (Extraversion and Neuroticism) on the decision-making of career difficulties was investigated using a causal-comparative study methodology. In Pakistan, 99 percent of pupils still need career guidance. As a result, three hundred and seventy-six (N=376) students were chosen from Peshawar's various schools, colleges, and universities. Two questionnaires were used to gauge the participants' responses: The career decision-making difficulties Questionnaire and Big Five Personality Inventory.  Results: Findings suggest that most students needed help with professional decision-making and that a small percentage of students were satisfied with their selected disciplines. Conclusions: Students with high neuroticism and low extroversion had difficulty making professional decisions.
Rationale of using SARS-CoV-2 Rapid Antigen Test as a Point of care device in resource poor clinical set up: A comparative study in a peripheral health set up to meet up pandemic needs
Authors: Mondal Protik , Mukherjee Purba , Das Debasis , Mandal Tapan , Haldar Piyali , Chatterjee Shiv , Dan Utpal , Roy Ramaprasasd
Published: September 2023

COVID-19 testing with RT-PCR may result in late detection of disease. Rapid Antigen Detection Test is much faster, easy to perform and suitable for population wise testing strategies. Our study assesses the diagnostic accuracy of Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) compared to RT-PCR in peripheral health care set up. The study was aimed to detect the diagnostic accuracy of the COVID-19 antigen test such as to understand its position as a point of care device in a resource poor clinical set up during a rapidly spreading and high mortality ridden pandemic. In this study we compared SARS-CoV2 rapid antigen test and RT-PCR by considering that RT-PCR is the gold standard test in a rapidly arranged molecular diagnostic lab. We analyzed total 389 samples who have undergone both rapid antigen test and RT-PCR. The correlation between Ct values in RT-PCR test and RAT positivity was analyzed. Sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV), negative predictive value (NPV), and diagnostic accuracy were found to be 75.47% (61.72-86.24%), 92.26% (88.87-94.88%), 33.92% (25.60-43.36%), 98.62% (97.8-99.14%) and 91.42% (88.19-94.19%), respectively. The k-coefficient of agreement between RAT and RTPCR was 0.615 ± 0.056 (0.504-0.724). For specimens with Ct value < 20, 20-25, 26-30, 30-35 and >35 were 100%, 90.3%, 80.3%, 60% for Ct value and 25% respectively. Our results suggest that RAT may be considered as an alternative to RT-PCR testing in peripheral health care set up. We reveal the importance of implementing rapid antigen test properly combined with clinical assessment of symptomatic patients so that it can be used in primary health care where RT-PCR testing facility is not available.
Postoperative Analgesic Efficacy Of Ilioinguinal-Iliohypogastric Block In Inguinal Hernia Surgeries: A Prospective Randomized Single-Blind Study
Authors: Kurt Nurettin , Yuzkat Nureddin , Soyalp Celaleddin , Kilic Mehmet
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Ilioinguinal-iliohypogastric (II/IH) nerve block is used for postoperative analgesia in lower abdominal surgeries. We aimed to compare the postoperative analgesic efficacy of ultrasound (US) guided II/IH nerve block, tramadol, and paracetamol in patients scheduled for unilateral inguinal hernia surgery.
Materials and Methods: The study population consisted of patients who underwent surgery diagnosed with inguinal hernia. Sixty male cases aged 18-65 years and ASA I-II were included in the study. After spinal anesthesia, those who underwent II/IH nerve block under US guidance for postoperative analgesia were classified as Group B (n=20), those who received tramadol were classified as Group T (n=20), and those who received paracetamol were classified as Group P (n=20). Demographic characteristics, hemodynamic parameters, time before postoperative first analgesic requirement, amount of analgesic used in the first 24 hours, additional analgesic requirement, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score, and patient satisfaction were recorded.
Results: There was no significant difference between the groups regarding demographic data, ASA score, and operation. Up to 24 hours postoperatively, patient satisfaction in Group B was significantly higher than in the other two groups. While the time before the first analgesic requirement was 295 minutes in Group B, it was 129.5 minutes in Group T and 122 minutes in Group P (p=0.001). While the VAS scores in the first 12 hours postoperatively were lower in Group B, they were similar in all three groups after the 12th hour.
Conclusion: The study findings demonstrated II/IH nerve block reduces the need for analgesia in the first 24 hours postoperatively in inguinal hernia operations performed under spinal anesthesia. In addition, it was determined that II/IH nerve block ensures better postoperative patient satisfaction and prolongs the first analgesic requirement time.
Evaluating the Efficiency of the Ottawa Risk Scale in Assessing Adverse Outcomes in COPD Patients Presenting to the Emergency Department
Authors: Oruc Oya , Ozdinc Serife , Sevil Hulya
Published: September 2023

Introduction: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) exacerbations present significant challenges in emergency care settings. Predictive tools like the Ottawa Risk Scale (ORS) can potentially enhance early patient management. We aimed to assess the reliability and efficiency of the ORS among COPD in emergency departments.
Materials and Methods: The study reviewed 75 patients presenting with COPD exacerbations were evaluated using the ORS. The ORS categorized patients into four risk groups: Low, Medium, High, and Very High. Clinical characteristics, blood gas analyses, and imaging results were documented.
Results: Clinical symptoms were prevalent across all risk categories, but a significant association was found between smoking history and ORS categorization (p=0.042), oxygen saturation levels (p=0.043), initial PaO2 levels (p=0.013), initial and post-treatment PaCO2 (p=0.008, p=0.003 respectively), and pathological X-ray findings (p=0.005). The mMRC scale showed a correlation with ORS categorization (p=0.0001). The High and Very High-risk groups had higher hospitalization rates and adverse outcomes than Low and Medium risk.
Conclusion: The ORS is a promising tool for predicting short-term adverse outcomes in COPD within emergency settings. This study underscores its potential utility in aiding clinical decision-making, guiding interventions, and improving patient outcomes.
Digitalize Training Administration Application to Support Aviation Polytechnic towards Smart Vocational Training Centre
Authors: Wimatra Ayub , Prayitno Hadi , Sukarwoto  , Zulkarnain Ahnis
Published: September 2023

This research aims to develop a "Digitalize Training Administration" application to support Medan Aviation Polytechnic in realizing the vision of "Smart Vocational Training Centre". This application is designed to replace the conventional education administration system with an integrated system that is easy to use. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a case study as the research design. Data were collected through observation, interview, and documentation. As part of the Medan Aviation Polytechnic, the Aircraft Maintenance Technology Study Program (TPPU) plays an important role in vocational education and has been certified as an Approved Aircraft Maintenance Training Organization (AMTO) by DKPPU. However, the management of AMTO currently faces various challenges that need to be addressed, including issues in administration and accessibility. The implementation of this application has proven to be able to improve the quality of AMTO management in a systematic and organized manner, achieving the expected efficiency. This application simplifies the management of schedules, registration, and monitoring and evaluation of education administration. It is hoped that this application can assist Medan Aviation Polytechnic in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of education implementation, and encourage the formation of a modern and innovative "Smart Vocational Training Centre".
Eagle’s syndrome: Modern systematic review and presentation of radiographic cases
Authors: Liappis Evangelos , Venetis Athanasios , Vlachopanos Zois-Panagiotis , Impas Christos , Papadeli Crysi
Published: September 2023

Introduction: The styloid process is a bony structure of the base of the skull, which can undergo pathological structural changes. So, its elongation may possibly provoke Eagle’s syndrome, also known as stylohyoid syndrome, which is a head and neck pathological condition that rarely manifests with severely painful symptomatology. Objective: The present literature review aims to deal with the understanding of the pathophysiology, as well as the investigation of the diagnostic and therapeutic facts regarding Eagle’s syndrome. Materials – Methods: An extended research of modern literature through papers published in scientific journals has been conducted, deploying the databases PubMed and Google Scholar. Results: Eagle’s syndrome is a rare pathological condition, whose prevalence is approximately 4% of general population. In the literature, several pathogenetic patterns have been reported and they are divided into acquired and idiopathic biochemical mechanisms. In order to diagnose the disease, one should take the painful symptoms referred by the patient into consideration, in conjunction with specific clinical tests. However, the final diagnosis is set after the radiological evaluation. Eagle’s syndrome manifests with non-specific symptomatology, thus it should be differentiated from other diseases and conditions of the head and neck anatomical area. Regarding the therapy of the syndrome, a vast range of conservative choices is available nowadays, mainly basedon drugs, while at the same time there are surgical techniques with comparatively better long-term outcome. Conclusions: There is an expressively increased interest, regarding the diagnosis and the therapeutics of Eagle’s syndrome. Modern medical sciences attempt to gradually advance the diagnostic methodology and constantly improve the therapeutic choices of this disease. The ultimate purpose is the more effective management of the patients and the enhancement of their life quality.
Residents Autonomy Implication of Chosunkyunggukjeon Convergence Humanism Thoughts
Authors:   The Institute for Democratization Movement Research, Lee Jongsoo
Published: September 2023

The Study investigates research questions, the purpose of study and methodology about residents autonomy & Sambong’s convergence humanism thoughts. The second explains methods of study, theoretical background, residents autonomy implication of Chosunkyunggukjeon convergence humanism thoughts in Chosun dynasty. The third presents analysis variables about Chosunkyunggukjeon convergence humanism thoughts. The forth suggests research effect & limitations for fostering Chosunkyunggukjeon convergence humanism thoughts in the Chosun dynasty. Lastly, the article proposed the meaning of research limitations & further studies & concluded. There were some suggestion & expectation effect of residents autonomy implication of Chosunkyunggukjeon convergence humanism thoughts in Chosun dynasty.
PERANCANGAN MEDIA BELAJAR INSTRUCTIONAL GAMES UNTUK PENINGKATAN MINAT BELAJAR SISWA SMA
Authors: Nugraha Fauzi Faisal , Firdaus Eryan Ahmad
Published: September 2023

Games that are interesting and fun to play make the interest of students to prefer playing games rather than studying. Submission of teaching materials in a conventional way will be boring to be followed by students in class. It is necessary to improve teaching methods that are able to attract students' interest in learning to be motivated in participating in teaching and learning activities. The design of interactive learning media with the instructional games model aims to increase the interest of students so that they can receive teaching materials in a good and fun way. The method used in this research is Research and Development (R&D). To analyze students' learning motivation, a field survey questionnaire was used which was given to 33 students of Class XI SMA Negeri 1 Plered. There has been an increase of 8.22%, where the initial motivation of students is at the percentage of 62.88% increasing to a percentage of 71.10%, which can also be interpreted that the use of interactive instructional games learning media is able to increase student learning motivation.
Forecasting the Consumer Price Index in the Regions of the Philippines using Machine Learning for Time Series Models
Authors: Echevarria John Philip Omol , Aranas Peter John Berces
Published: September 2023

The core objective of this study is to showcase the enhanced forecasting capabilities of a hybrid model that combines the strengths of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) in predicting the Consumer Price Index (CPI). By harnessing the intricate non-linear pattern capturing ability of ANN and the capabilities of ARIMA in modeling linear and autoregressive components, the hybrid model aims to outperform the standalone ARIMA model in accurately forecasting the CPI. Real-world CPI data will be utilized for empirical evaluation and comparison, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness and practical applicability of the hybrid ARIMA-ANN approach in improving CPI forecasting accuracy. The performance of Box Jenkins Models which gives the resulted value of R-squared values for both stationary and non-stationary data are high, indicating that the models explain a significant portion of the variability in the CPI data. The RMSE, MAPE, and MAE values are relatively low, suggesting that the Box-Jenkins models' predictions are close to the actual values. The Ljung-Box Q statistic indicates that all Box-Jenkins models best fit their respective CPI data. The study also employs rigorous statistical methods of machine learning model accuracy assessment, including the Akaike Information Criterion (AIC), Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE), and Root Mean Square Error (RMSE), to assess the forecasting performance of both models. The results demonstrate that the hybrid ARIMA-ANN model consistently outperforms the standalone ARIMA model, delivering more accurate and reliable forecasts over an extended forecast horizon. The integration of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) using Multilayer Perceptron (MLP) in the ARIMA models improved the accuracy of the fitted and forecasted values. RMSE and MSE values for the Hybrid ARIMA-ANN models are lower compared to the original Box-Jenkins/ARIMA models, validating the goal of enhancing accuracy through ANN integration.
Women Entrepreneurs in Sivaganga District: Factors Trigger and Prevent
Authors: Rani R Elizabeth
Published: September 2023

Women's entrepreneurship is a driving force behind the nation's economic growth. One of the most significant areas is capital accumulation. In addition to analyzing the many business channels available to and used by women entrepreneurs, the study tries to determine why women entrepreneurs in the area of study started their businesses. The report also discusses how women entrepreneurs maintain various forms of income and the money they make. It examines issues that women entrepreneurs confront as well as government assistance for female entrepreneurs looking to launch their own companies. The paper concludes with some significant findings that are pertinent to the advancement of women entrepreneurs in the research domain.
Een ‘snoeihard rapport’
Authors: van der Knaap Peter
Published: September 2023

Een ‘snoeihard rapport’

Mediaberichtgeving vergroot de kans dat mensen een onderzoeksrapport lezen, maar kent ook nadelen. Zo worden sommige bevindingen ‘opgeblazen’, terwijl de ruimte in krant of tv-uitzending voor context, nuancering en uitleg klein is. Hoe kun je als onderzoeker verantwoord omgaan met de dilemma’s bij media-aandacht voor je werk?
PERILAKU MASYARAKAT TERHADAP PENGELOLAAN SAMPAH DI DESA ALLAKUANG KECAMATAN MARITENGNGAE KABUPATEN SIDENRENG RAPPANG
Authors: Andini Iin , Lukman Lukman , Mannu Ahmad
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this study is to determine the Behavior of the Villagers Allakuang On Waste Management in the Village Allakuang Kecamatan Maritengngae Kabupaten Sidenreng Rappang.The population in this research is the community with the sex of the men and women who numbered as many as 892 HOUSEHOLDS out of 4 Hamlet, data collection techniques, namely the formula yount with the results of the 128 people, are taken based on probability sampling. The type of research used is descriptive research type is quantitative. Data collection techniques used are observation, questionnaires, literature study and interviews. Data analysis techniques, namely descriptive statistics, quality test data, test, classic assumption test, regression models and hypothesis testing with the help of an SPSS 16.0 and the likert scale. The results showed that the Behavior of the People in the Village Allakuang entered the category of Good with the results of the percentage of the processed questionnaires as many as 79%. Furthermore, the Management of Waste in the Village Allakuang entered the category of Good based on the processed results of the questionnaire with the percentage of 73,12%.
EVALUASI KEBIJAKAN PENGELOLAAN DANA DESA DI DESA PATTONDONSALU KECAMATAN MAIWA KABUPATEN ENREKANG TAHUN 2018
Authors: Karmila Karmila , Asad Muhammad Arisal , Yakub Rahman
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine the evaluation of village fund management policies in Pattondonsalu Village, Maiwa District, Enrekang Regency in 2018. The population of this study is a large population with a population of 200 people. Samples were taken as many as 60 people. Data was obtained by distributing questionnaires or questionnaires. The data obtained from the questionnaire was then processed by descriptive statistical analysis with the SPSS.20 computer program. The results of this study are based on evaluation criteria and are categorized based on the categorization of Putra Eko Widjoko, evaluation of village fund management policies in Pattondon Salu Village, Maiwa District, Enrekang Regency in 2018 for the effectiveness criteria are in the very good category, the efficiency criteria are in the good category, the adequacy criteria are in the very good category. Good, the alignment criteria are in the very good category, the responsiveness criteria are in the very good category, and the accuracy criteria are in the very good category.With this research, it is hoped that it can be taken into consideration or reference for similar research, and it is also hoped that it can be developed further to expand and add new knowledge so that the results of further research will be better.
PARTISIPASI MASYARAKAT DALAM PEMBINAAN DAN PENYULUHAN SISTEM KEAMANAN LINGKUNGAN DI KELURAHAN RAPPANG KECAMATAN PANCA RIJANG KABUPATEN SIDENRENG RAPPANG
Authors: T Yulianti , Hamid Hariyanti , Saifullah Saifullah
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine community participation in the development and extension of the Environmental Security System in Rappang Village, Panca Rijang District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency. The population in this study was 585, while the research sample was 59 people, this study used a quantitative descriptive method. Literature study, observation, and questionnaire techniques, data analysis techniques used are descriptive statistics, data quality test, classical assumption test using SPPS 21.0 and Likert scale. The results of this study indicate that the Community Participation Indicator with a value of 56.8% is categorized as “poor”, community participation with a value of 51.2% is categorized as “not good, and factors that affect discipline with a value of 70% are categorized as “good”.
STRATEGI PEMERINTAH TERHADAP PENINGKATAN KUALITAS PELAYANAN DI UPT RSUD ARIFIN NU’MANG KABUPATEN SIDENRENG RAPPANG SELAMA MASA PANDEMI COVID 19
Authors: Syukri Anisyah , Sapri Sapri , Uceng Andi
Published: September 2023

During the COVID-19 pandemic, all forms of service experienced limitations, one of which was at the UPT RSUD Arifin Nu'mang, Sidenreng Rappang Regency. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the hospital issued innovations but they have not been implemented properly. The purpose of this study was to determine the government's strategy to improve service quality at UPT RSUD Arifin Nu'mang, Sidenreng Rappang Regency during the covid 19 pandemic. The type of this research was quantitative associative. The results of this study obtained a recapitulation of strategy variables of 64.7% in the "Good" category. Recapitulation of service quality variables by 57% is in the "Good enough" category. The recapitulation of the indicators of factors that influence the service quality strategy of 61.2% is in the "Good" category, and the influence between strategy and service quality at UPT RSUD Arifin Nu'mang, Sidenreng Rappang Regency during the covid 19 pandemic is categorized as "Influential/Significant" .
KINERJA APARATUR DESA TERHADAP PENGELOLAAN ARSIP DI KANTOR DESA BUNTU BUANGIN KECAMATAN PITU RIASE KABUPATEN SIDENRENG RAPPANG
Authors: Haq Muhammad Fatiril , Sellang Kamaruddin , Ikbal Muhammad , Sahar Sahar
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine the performance of village officials on the management of village archives in Buntu Buangin Village, Pitu Riase District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency. The population in this study was 658 residents in Buntu Buangin Village, Watang Pulu District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency with sampling using the slovin formula so that a sample of 87 people was obtained. This type of research is descriptive quantitative. Data collection techniques used in this study were observation and questionnaires. The data analysis technique used is using the IBM SPSS statistics 21.0 Application. The results of this study indicate that the Village Apparatus Performance 57.3% has less role. Village Archives Governance 59.16% less role. The Performance of the Village Apparatus "Influential/Significant" on the management of the Village Archives in Buntu Buangin Village, Pitu Riase District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency with a t-count value t table or 3.019 1.66298 with a percentage of the influence of 97%, so the Performance of the Village Apparatus The Management of Archives in Buntu Buangin Village, Pitu Riase District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency has not been effective.
URGENSI DA’WAH KULTURAL MUHAMMADIYAH DITENGAH MASYARAKAT BERBUDAYA
Authors: Tahir Hijaz Tahir Hijaz , L Syahrir
Published: September 2023

Perjalanannya yang sudah berjalan dalam kurun waktu lebih dari satu abad dan bukan merupakan waktu yang singkat, Muhammadiyah sudah melewati berbagai macam dinamika dalam mengukir sejarah pengalaman dalam berdakwah. Sejak didirikan oleh KH. Ahmad Dahlan, Muhammadiyah yang sudah akrab dikenal dengan Gerakan dakwah Islam, pembaharuan agama dan social pemberdayan masyarakat sebagai sebagai salah satu jalan menjadikan gerakan dalam membangkitkan potensi dan kekuatan  untuk mencerahakan umat islam di Indonesia. Ketika melihat perkembangan masyarakat didunia ini sudah terbagi karna berbagai macam budaya yang ada disetiap wilayah tertentu. Muhammadiyah dengan perbedaan budaya itu hadir dan menjadi keharusan untuk menghadapi tuntutan zaman dan tantangan keummatan. Di tengah perkembangan zaman dan tantangan modernisasi, Muhammadiyah bukan hanya sebagai gerakan dakwah tetapi juga sebagai gerakan sosial dan pendidikan telah menjadi organisasi dengan ikon modernisasi islam. Melihat dari berbagai macam tantangan namun demikian dalam lingkup budaya Muhammadiyah sedapat mungkin melangkah dengan gerakan yang selaras dengan ruang budaya. Di era modern ini, persyarikatan Muhammadiyah telah bergerak dengan dengan kepekaan budaya dimana bergerak mencerahkan budaya lokal. Hari ini Muhammadiyah terus bergerak untuk mengembangkan dakwah kulktural yang sudah berkembang dinegara yang memiliki macam warna budaya
Penerapan Prinsip Transparansi Terhadap Efektivitas Program Keluarga Harapan (PKH) di Kelurahan Lalebata Kecamatan Pancarijang Kabupaten Sidenreng Rappang
Authors: Fitri Nurul
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas penyaluran bantuan langsung tunai terhadap kesejahteraan masyarakat di Desa Talumae Kecematan Wattang Sidenreng Kabupaten Sidenreng Rappang, dengan metode penelitian kuantitatif, tehnik pengumpulan data observasi, wawancara, kusioner, dan dokumentasi. Tehnik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu tabulasi frekuensi, uji validitas data, uji realibilitas data, uji regresion linear sederhana dan pengujian hipotesis menggunakan Aplikasi SPSS21. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa 59,4% rata-rata persentase Efektivitas penyaluran Bantuan Langsung Tunai di Desa Talumae dapat dikategorikan kurang baik sesuai dengan kualifikasi penlaian, sedangkan 61% rata-rata persentase Kesejahteraan Masyarakat di Desa Talumae dapat dikategorikan baik sesuai kualifikasi penilaian. Berdasarkan hasil uji Thitung 23.538 > 1.167469 Ttabel maka H0 ditolak dan Ha diterima, yang artinya Variabel X mempunyai pengaruh signifikan terhadap variabel Y.
Employee Performance of Local Governments in Handling and Prevention of Child Violence
Authors: Astuti Yayuk , Sundari Sundari , Hardianti Hardianti
Published: September 2023

To explain relationship between accountability local governments and strategies for handling and preventing child violence. This article desbrice how to analyze the competence, accountability, strategies for handling and preventing child violence local governments.  This research is based on the cluster analysis feature and the word frequency analysis feature on the NVivo-12 software based on reliable online news data.  The results showed that the handling and prevention of children by local governments was not optimal. This is due to the weak competence of employees in the aspects of knowledge, skills and abilities. The accountability for the performance of local governments has not been effective, especially in the accountability of the process of handling cases of child violence. Strategies for handling and preventing cases of child violence have not maximally involved all stakeholders, therefore a partnership-based strategy is recommended as a solution to maximize the performance of local governments
EFEKTIVITAS PROGRAM KELUARGA HARAPAN TERHADAP PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT DI DESA KANIE KECAMATAN MARITENGNGAE KABUPATEN SIDENRENG RAPPANG
Authors: HASTIRANI HASTIRANI , SELLANG KAMARUDDIN , LUKMAN LUKMAN
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine the Effectiveness of the Family Hope Program on Community Empowerment in Kanie Village, Maritengngae District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency and to determine the Factors Influencing the Effectiveness of the Family Hope Program in Kanie Village, Maritengngae District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency. The population in this study were 91 Beneficiary Families of the Family Hope Program in Kanie Village where the sampling used a saturated sampling technique with the Arikunto formula, namely taking all subjects if less than 100 people, so that the sample amounted to 91 people. Data collection techniques used in this study were observation, literature review, and questionnaires. The data analysis technique used is descriptive statistics with Likert scale and frequency tables, data quality test with SPSS. The results of this study indicate that the effectiveness of the Family Hope Program on Community Empowerment in Kanie Village with a percentage value of 82% is categorized as "Very Good". The factors that influence the effectiveness of the Family Hope Program include: Target (89.6%), Coordination (89.4), Socialization (91.4%), and Amount of assistance (77.4%).
EFEKTIVITAS PROGRAM BANTUAN PANGAN NON TUNAI TERHADAP KESEJAHTERAAN MASYARAKAT DESA MADDENRA KECAMATAN KULO KABUPATEN SIDENRENG RAPPANG
Authors: Syafruddin Syafruddin , Ikbal Muhammad , Kalrah Azis
Published: September 2023

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the non-cash food assistance program on the welfare of the community in Maddenra Village, Kulo District, Sidenreng Rappang Regency. The population of this study is 111 people (beneficiary families) while the sample size is 55 people (beneficiary families). Data collection techniques used in this study were observation, interviews, questionnaires and literature study. The data analysis technique used was validity test and data reliability test, and simple linear regression and hypothesis testing with the help of SPSS version 21 application. The results showed that the effectiveness of the Non-Cash Food Assistance Program in Maddenra Village with a percentage of 56% was in the poor category. Community welfare in Maddenra Village with a percentage of 58% is in the poor category. Based on the value of tcount > ttable or 3,305 > 2,008, then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted, meaning that it has a significant effect of 17,6%, the magnitude of the effect of variable X on variable Y.
PENGARUH KETERBUKAAN INFORMASI PUBLIK TERHADAP PEMBANGUNAN DESA DI KANTOR DESA PINANG KECAMATAN CENDANA KABUPATEN ENREKANG
Authors: Aryani JR Nurhikmah , Asad Muh. Arisal
Published: September 2023

The type of research used in this study is associative type which aims to determine the effect or relationship between two or more variables. The type of research used in this research is descriptive quantitative research. Because this research will describe the facts and explain the state of the object of research based on the facts as they are and try to analyze to give the truth based on the data obtained in the field. The population in this study amounted to 305 people in Pinang village with a sample of 75 people based on the determination of the sample using the Slovin formula. Data collection techniques used observations, questionnaires, literature studies and interviews. The results of the study indicate that there is a significant influence between public information disclosure on the development of Pinang village, Cendana District, Enrekang Regency. The contribution or determination given by the variable of public information disclosure to village development is D = (0.815)2x 100% = 66%. This means that the variable of public information disclosure contributes 66% to the development of Pinang village, while the remaining 44% is influenced by other variables not included in the study.
MODEL PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT TERHADAP PERENCANAAN PEMBANGUNAN DESA CARAWALI
Authors: Hasmawati Hasmawati , Hamid Hariyanti , Sellang Kamaruddin
Published: September 2023

The purpose of the study was to determine the community empowerment model for the implementation of development planning in carawali village, to find out whot factors were supporting and inhibiting community empowerment in the implementation of development planning in carawali villagr. The population of this study was 644 families, while the research sample was 87 families. Data collection techniques used in the study were observation, questionnaires and literature study, while the data analysis technique used was likert-scale data analysis. The collected data is then analyzed using a frequency table and using the SPSS application. The result of the research on community empowerment models for development planning in Carawali village, Wattang Pulu district, Sidenreng Rappang regency with an average value of 74,75% in the good category. The supporting factors for community empowerment on development planning in Carawali Village, Watang Pulu dictrict sidenreng rappang regency with a percentage of 57% while the inhibiting factors for community empowerment on development planning in Carawali Village, Wattang pulu district with a percentage of 49,4.
AN ATTEMPT AT A NEW ANALYSIS AND RECONSTRUCTION OF RICHARD WAGNER’S FLYING DUTCHMAN (1843)
Authors: Porebska-Quasnik Dominique
Published: September 2023

To progress in the field of lyrical art, one must draw strength from origin. As water flows inevitably from source to sea. The legend of “The Flying Dutchman” (Der Fliegende Holländer) came to Wagner’s mind during the violent storm that broke as he left Riga for France. At the genesis of this opera, stands the sovereign power of nature, carrying within it the secret destiny of man. As an enigma. The main theme of the cursed captain would be today differently understood. Because romanticism, limitless love and supreme sacrifice, redemption, are gone over. But face from the sea in fury, man’s heart stays with fundamental interrogation about meaning of life and existence. One could read this raging ocean as the mirror of a tormented, wandering, unstable conscience. That’s why “The Flying Dutchman” is ever contemporary. We propose to extract (to save) from these upset waters the true Leitmotif, unperishable, that leads to the dawn of Future. Our method lies in total freedom of interpretation and complete reconstruction of this Wagner’s masterpiece.
Drawing on the Locus of Control Framework to Explore the Role of School Leaders in Teacher Well-Being.
Authors: Venema-Steen Inga , Southall Anne , Bortoli Anna
Published: September 2023

This scoping review explores the role of school leadership in the improvement of teacher well-being by utilizing the Locus of Control (LOC) Framework identified by psychologist Julian Rotter in 1954. The internal and external environments impacting teacher well-being were explored, and the specific responsibilities of school leadership were identified. The literature reports that while teachers are responsible for many aspects of their well-being, school leaders can improve a teacher’s mental health and create a positive school culture by taking responsibility for factors external to the teacher’s LOC. This paper outlines school leadership responsibilities in actively implementing strategies to improve staff well-being in the school environment.
Case Study Method to Increase Preservice Teachers' Experience with ELL Accommodations and Self-Efficacy
Authors: Torres Kelly M. , Tackett Samantha , Arrastía-Chisholm Meagan C.
Published: September 2023

The enrollment of English language learners (ELLs) in American public schools continues to increase each year. The substantial growth in this population of learners makes it imperative for future educators to understand how to effectively support ELLs’ acquisition of academic content and English language proficiency. In past studies, preservice teachers have reported lower levels of self-efficacy when supporting these learners. This investigation examines how case study approaches can be utilized with preservice teachers to understand how they recommend strategies/accommodations for ELLs and their levels of self-efficacy in implementing these instructional approaches. Findings from this research suggest case studies are effective in increasing self-efficacy and knowledge, as preservice teachers were able to describe appropriate accommodations needed to support their future ELLs.
Reducing Access Barriers: Exploring Student Smartphone Use Across Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Rockey Alex , Cohn Jenae , Eastman Samantha
Published: September 2023

With near ubiquitous smartphone ownership among 18–29-year-olds, many students carry mobile technology everywhere they go, yet little is known about how students use mobile devices for learning. For historically marginalized students, in particular, their phone may be an important tool for learning—especially if it is the primary device used to access the internet. This study explores student perceptions of using mobile devices for learning in focus groups with students from a California community college, a California state university, and a California university. Findings suggest that students often rely on their mobile devices as both an emergency bridge and to make progress on coursework in the in-between moments of their day. However, students also note frustration with using mobile devices due to limitations of small screens and challenges with accessing course content or completing assignments. Implications of this study highlight the importance of faculty development on designing mobile-friendly courses to empower students in leveraging their mobile devices for learning.
Critical Education in Community Health Literacy for Brazilian Nurses: A Course Evaluation
Authors: Zanchetta Margareth S. , Santos Walterlânia S. , de Almeida Onislene A. E. , Moraes Katarinne Lima , Coriolano-Marinus Maria Wanderleya L.
Published: September 2023

This article presents an immediate evaluation of a professional development course in community health literacy for Brazilian nurses. An evaluation based on an applied thematic analysis of the accounts of 63 attendees in three Brazilian cities (January 2020) was guided by the following themes: (a) expansion of understanding about community health literacy as a pillar for planning and providing health care; (b) encouragement of innovation in research and/or practice; and (c) plans to incorporate the information shared in the course into professional projects. The evaluation disclosed the complexity of social contexts for health literacy, which is intertwined with ethnocultural diversity and deep socioeconomic disparities, such as restricted access to essential public health services for socially deprived and vulnerable individuals. Expanded understanding about community health literacy is a pillar for care planning and delivery, as well as innovation in research and practice projects. Participants’ evaluations revealed ideas to improve nurses’ practice in promoting community health literacy and empowerment, as well as quality of life and social well-being. Future knowledge dissemination may impact nurses’ clinical practice and management actions, bringing changes in various areas of practice to redesign more socially inclusive actions for clientele. Keywords: Community health literacy; extracurricular education; immediate evaluation; nursing; professional development course.
Intervention for Treating Sarcopenia Among Older Residents in a Skilled Nursing Facility
Authors: Hernandez David A , Hueck Susan E. , Lanton Donna-Marie Phyllis
Published: September 2023

The incidence of sarcopenia, a geriatric syndrome characterized by the progressive and generalized loss of muscle quantity or quality, increases with age and is associated with adverse health and quality of life outcomes. A 12-week strength training intervention program (STIP) was designed to improve measures of muscle mass, muscle strength, physical performance, and quality of life in elderly patients with sarcopenia. Data were collected on these measures at 4-week intervals over 12 weeks. Results showed that the STIP was an effective intervention for reducing the characteristics associated with sarcopenia. Significant gains were made in muscle mass, grip strength, balance, gait speed, chair stand, and quality of life over the 12-week period. Reduction in the incidence of sarcopenia among long-term care residents in skilled nursing facilities may contribute to reduced adverse effects of the disease process, such as falls, morbidity, and mortality, and may help residents achieve an overall higher quality of life.
A importância da tecnologia assistiva na estimulação visual em pacientes com Paralisia Cerebral associado à baixa visão
Authors: Silva Josivaldo Godoy , De Oliveira Thábata Camila Godoy , Costa Karina Rodrigues Kailler
Published: September 2023

Paralisia Cerebral (PC) é uma desordem neurológica que ocorre em crianças de 0 até 5 anos de idade, podendo resultar em comprometimento importante nos sistemas neuro motor, musculoesquelético, sensorial, visual, cardio respiratório e gastrointestinal. O comprometimento visual pode acarretar déficit no desenvolvimento cognitivo e motor, devido a limitação da percepção espacial e sensorial que a baixa visão provoca. Em vista dos problemas apresentados pela PC e da baixa visão, a tecnologia assistiva (TA) surge como um recurso que melhora a capacidade funcional e a interação com o ambiente. Essa pesquisa teve como objetivo desenvolver uma revisão que procurou mostrar como a TA melhora a saúde e a qualidade de vida da criança afetada. As fontes científicas utilizadas nessa pesquisa foram as seguintes: Lilacs, Scielo, PubMed e Elsevier, no qual obteve-se informações das TAs aplicadas às crianças com PC associados a baixa visão e da relevância do tratamento precoce e integral. Destacam-se a necessidade de um ambiente com intensidade luminosa controlada, brinquedos com sons e formas adaptadas com texturas diferenciadas permitindo o manuseio e a interação dos olhos, mãos e ambiente. Esses recursos tecnológicos produzem maior adaptabilidade da visão, motora, percepção sensorial, etc. Ficou constatado que a intervenção precoce interdisciplinar com uso dos recursos mencionados, reduz os efeitos causados pela PC e baixa visão, favorecendo o desenvolvimento neuropsicomotor da criança. Essa pesquisa possui o potencial para agregar novos conceitos e aplicações nas atividades terapêuticas desenvolvidas.