bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Beyond the Least Restrictive Environment Continuum
Authors: Bacon Jessica K.
Published: September 2023

This case study centers on the experience of Catrina Munez, the principal of Hillcrest Elementary School in Baronsville Township. Although Principal Munez believed she was successful at promoting inclusion at Hillcrest, she was eventually forced to rethink her assumptions about how the Baronsville School District enacted placement decisions regarding students with significant disabilities. Jaden was a student with extensive educational needs whose parents won a lawsuit because the school district had not adequately provided him with all necessary support and services in his least restrictive environment. The court mandated that Jaden be allowed to attend Hillcrest, his neighborhood school. Thus, Principal Munez was challenged to lead her school toward becoming a more inclusive and welcoming place for Jaden and for all students.
STEM for All
Authors: Lopez Caitlin , Fayne Harriet , D'Amico Anne
Published: September 2023

With a full-time resident assigned to their fifth-grade classroom, two teachers (one general education, one special education) felt they had the bandwidth to try a new approach to science instruction. The teachers were moving into uncharted territory. The high-need district, designated as low performing because of reading and mathematics test scores, had yet to include science as a targeted area in its improvement plan. Using the Next Generation science standards to guide their thinking, the three-person team devised an accessible, equitable science unit on freshwater, water pollution, and water justice. The team met with the principal and requested $1,000 to fund laboratory materials, reference texts, and a class field trip to a nearby water plant. Would the principal be making a prudent decision if she gave the teachers the funds they were requesting?
Challenges for Online Learning in Higher Education
Authors: Shaheen Sadia , Kiran Faiqa , Khurshid Jamila , Zulfiqar Sehar
Published: September 2023

There are several factors that compel students, teachers, and management to adopt e-learning instead of physical learning. COVID-19 is a key reason for adopting e-learning, particularly in higher education institutes. E-learning is considered the best choice to continue the transfer of knowledge and to stop the spread of diseases such as COVID-19. Despite several advantages of E-learning, there are a number of challenges of E-learning. The focus of this chapter is to discuss the challenges of e-learning, particularly in developing countries. In the last part of the chapter, the authors will discuss the recommendations to improve the e-learning strategies in developing countries as well as some opportunities for E-learning for developing countries.
Students as Customers in the Design of an Erasmus Mundus Educational Program on Neuromarketing
Authors: Potra Sabina Alina , Islek Mahmut Sami , Pop Mădălin-Dorin
Published: September 2023

Students are the heart of the education system, being the main customers for different educational offers. In higher education, renowned institutions are starting to delineate the voice of their students when designing new curriculums for successful enrollment and final student satisfaction. The Erasmus Mundus program envisages the creation of new masters with a multicultural and multidisciplinary focus. The present chapter aims to present the design of an Erasmus Mundus Master on neuromarketing based on the Kano approach. Several student requirements are presented into a Kano questionnaire and 104 potential students from Romania and Turkey express their opinion about them. After analyzing the results, the hybrid education system is preferred together with specific disciplines and enrollment requirements. The study represents a starting point in assessing the voice of the student in the design stage of new curriculum.
Faculty Development for Dynamic Curriculum Design in Online Higher Education
Authors: Ahuja Vivek
Published: September 2023

This chapter explores faculty development's role in online curriculum design for higher education. It highlights the importance of effective design in online learning and the challenges faced by instructors. It emphasizes pedagogical considerations, instructional design, and technological competencies to overcome these challenges. The chapter discusses how faculty development programs support instructors in designing dynamic curricula, exploring strategies for online learning and integrating technology tools. It also explores best practices in faculty development for online curriculum design, providing practical guidance for faculty and institutions. Overall, it emphasizes the significance of faculty development in creating dynamic online curricula and supporting effective online learning experiences.
Designing Effective Assessment Strategies for Online Courses in Higher Education
Authors: Efthymiou Iris-Panagiota
Published: September 2023

The rise of online courses in higher education has necessitated the development of effective assessment strategies to ensure quality learning outcomes. This chapter explores the importance of effective assessment strategies in online courses and provides insights into designing such strategies. It highlights the importance of assessment strategies in online courses, emphasizing their role in evaluating student learning and providing feedback. Various types of assessment strategies are discussed, including their advantages, and disadvantages and the challenges also are examined. The chapter provides guidelines for designing effective assessment strategies in online courses to address the highlighted challenges. By incorporating these guidelines, educators and instructional designers can create assessment strategies that cater to the unique features and challenges of the online learning environment, ultimately enhancing the effectiveness of online courses in higher education.
Student Engagement and Communication Strategies for Online Courses
Authors: Phahlane Mampilo M.
Published: September 2023

Innovations in information and communication technologies (ICTs) and the subsequent development of learning management systems (LMSs) are positive and encouraging. These advancements enable a supportive learning environment for both instructors and learners to engage and communicate. The South African higher education system is dealing with a diversified student population with varied levels of preparedness, multilingualism, and large classes. The premise of this chapter is “how student engagement and communication happen under these circumstances.” The exploration of this question could enable HEIs in SA to better understand and serve this vulnerable population. The study is underpinned by social constructivism. A qualitative observational methodology was followed of undergraduate first year students in a typical south African higher education online course. The study concludes that a more supportive role by the institution if there are to be better outcomes for vulnerable groups is important and that could improve learner outcomes.
Applying the English Language Needs of Students of Computer Engineering
Authors: Dehghan Farzaneh
Published: September 2023

Learners' engagement is one of the important challenges of online classes. This case study aims to examine using a needs-based syllabus as a way to solve the engagement problem in an online technical English course. For this purpose, 42 computer engineering students' needs were explored at the beginning of an online course using a survey, in-class questioning, and interviews. Their perceived needs were used in developing the syllabus. A second survey was used to measure the students' satisfaction at the end of the course. The results indicated that taking into account the particular needs of this group, including different aspects of technical words, reading technical texts on new developments in the field and written communication skills needed for successful communication in their related networks and careers, increased learners' online engagement as was evident from their reports. Finally, students' satisfaction with the content and practices was significantly high. These results are beneficial to all ESP teachers, especially online instructors.
Classification of weighted dual graphs consisting of $-2$-curves and exactly one $-3$-curve
Authors: Yau Stephen S.-T. , Zhu Qiwei , Zuo Huaiqing
Published: September 2023

Let $(V, p)$ be a normal surface singularity. Let $\pi\colon (M, A)\to (V, p)$ be a minimal good resolution of $V$. The weighted dual graphs $\Gamma$ associated to $A$ completely describes the topology and differentiable structure of the embedding of $A$ in $M$. In this paper, we classify all the weighted dual graphs of $A=\bigcup_{i=1}^n A_i$ such that one of the curves $A_i$ is $-3$-curve, and the rest are all $-2$-curves. This is a natural generalization of Artin's classification of rational triple points. Moreover, we compute the fundamental cycles of maximal graphs (see Section 5) which can be used to determine whether the singularities are rational, minimally elliptic or weakly elliptic. We also give the formulas for computing arithmetic and geometric genera of star-shaped graphs.
Bibliography: 28 titles.
Преобразование ренормализационной группы в обобщенной фермионной иерархической модели
Authors: Missarov Mukadas Dmukhtasibovich , Khajrullin Dmitrii Airatovich
Published: September 2023

Рассматривается двумерная иерархическая решетка, в которой элементарная ячейка представлена вершинами квадрата. В обобщенной иерархической модели расстояние между противоположными вершинами квадрата отличается от расстояния между соседними вершинами и фактически является параметром новой модели. Гауссовская часть гамильтониана четырехкомпонентной
обобщенной фермионной иерархической модели инвариантна относительно блок-спинового преобразования ренормализационной группы. Преобразование ренормгруппы в пространстве коэффициентов, задающих грассманово-значную плотность свободной меры, вычисляется явно как однородное отображение четвертой степени в двумерном проективном пространстве. Описываются свойства этого отображения.
Библиография: 10 наименований.
Двухфотонное рождение дилептонов на LHC с учетом электрослабых поправок
Authors: Zykunov Vladimir Alexandrovich
Published: September 2023

Выполнены оценки однопетлевых электрослабых радиационных поправок к процессу рождения дилептонов в канале фотонного слияния при адронных столкновениях для экспериментальной программы Большого адронного коллайдера (LHC) по изучению процесса Дрелла-Яна. Проведен подробный численный анализ эффектов электрослабых поправок к сечениям и асимметрии вперед-назад в широкой кинематической области, в том числе для эксперимента CMS LHC в режиме Run3/HL, который соответствует сверхвысоким энергиям и инвариантным массам лептонной пары.
Stimulation of Aquatic Bacteria from Mammoth Cave, Kentucky, by Sublethal Concentrations of Antibiotics
Authors: Byl Thomas
Published: September 2023

Many microorganisms secrete secondary metabolites with antibiotic properties; however, there is debate whether the secretions evolved as a means to gain a competitive edge or as a chemical signal to coordinate community growth. The objective of this research was to investigate if select antibiotics acted as a weapon or as a chemical signal by exposing communities of aquatic cave bacteria to increasing concentrations of antibiotics. Water samples were collected from six cave locations where actinobacterial mats appeared to be plentiful. Bacterial growth was measured using colony counts on 10 % tryptic soy agar augmented with increasing concentrations of erythromycin, tetracycline, kanamycin, gentamicin, or quaternary ammonia compounds (QAC). Colony counts generally decreased as the gentamicin, kanamycin and QAC dose increased. In contrast, the colony numbers increased on agar plates supplemented with 0.01 mg L−1, 0.10 mg L−1 and 1.00 mg L−1 erythromycin or tetracycline. A 10.00 mg L−1 dose of each antibiotic treatment reduced bacteria colonies by 98 % or more. Community-level physiological capabilities were evaluated using Ecolog plates inoculated with cave water dosed with either 0.00 mg L−1 or 0.10 mg L−1 of erythromycin. Incubation with the antibiotic almost doubled the number of food substrates used in the first 24 hours. There was a significant increase in the use of acetyl glucosamine, arginine, and putrescine when bacteria were exposed to 0.10 mg L−1 erythromycin triggered by the antibiotic acting as a chemical messenger. Principal component analysis confirmed a shift in substrate preferences when erythromycin was added. A conceptual ecological model is proposed based on the response of aquatic cave bacteria to sublethal antibiotics.
Preparation of voltammetric sensors for taurine detection from Cu(II)-loaded carbon materials
Authors: Emre Fatma Bilge
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACT. In this study, for the detection of taurine in philological fluids, modified electrodes were prepared from glassy carbon electrodes with MWCNT (multi-wall carbon nanotube) + Cu(NO3)2  + carbon-based material. A carbon-based material was obtained by carbonization of Pinus sylvestris branch needles (CPS). Cu(NO3)2  and MWCNT structure (Cu(NO3)2/MWCNT) were added to the carbon-based material and the obtained mixture was used in the modification of the glassy carbon electrode surface. The surface morphology and structure of the prepared electrodes were characterized by electron microscopy scanning (SEM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM). Taurine detection with a modified electrode was made by cyclic voltammetry (CV) in 0.1 M KCl (vs. Ag/AgCl). The calibration curve of the modified electrode for taurine in the 10-150 µM range showed a linear response, and R2 value was 0.976. Limit of detection (LOD) and limit of quantification (LOQ) of the modified electrode were found 19 µM and 9.75 µM, respectively. The application of the electrode as a chemical sensor was carried out with commercially available energy drink samples. Satisfactory results have been obtained from the samples. The sensor can be used for routine taurine analysis. This electrode can quickly determine the amount of taurine in real samples with 90% accuracy in two minutes.

KEY WORDS: Taurine detection, Modified electrode, MWCNT, Sensor, Cyclic voltammetry

Bull. Chem. Soc. Ethiop. 2023, 37(6), 1565-1576. DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/bcse.v37i6.20
Assessing the influence of natural zeolite on toxic heavy metals immobilization and their transfer into Zea mays L.
Authors: Legese Wubishet , M. Taddesse Abi , Kibret Kibebew , Wogi Lemma
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACT. This research presents the efficiency of surfactant-modified (SMNZ) and unmodified natural-zeolite (UNZ) in the immobilization of Cr3+, Pb2+, and Cd2+ in the soil system. Phillipsite is identified as a major component of the host zeolite. Soil mixed with 20% UNZ retained the highest amount of all metals on the top layer of the soil-zeolite column. The lowest transfer of metals into the maize crop was observed at 30 mg of UNZ/kg soil. The experimental conditions such as pH, dose, stirring speed, contact time, and initial metal ions concentration showed significant effect on adsorption of Cr3+, Pb2+, and Cd2+ onto both unmodified and modified zeolite (phillipsite). The maximum adsorption (mg/kg) onto control soil, soil mixed with SMNZ and UNZ was 67.1, 90.9, 151.5 for Cr3+, 84.8, 120.5, 238.1 for Pb2+, 83.3, 116.3 and 212.8 for Cd2+ respectively. Thus, the use of natural zeolite, particularly UNZ has an important role in controlling the mobility of Cr3+, Pb2+, and Cd2+ metal ions in the soil system and thus their transfer to plant system.
KEY WORDS: Zeolite, Immobilization, Heavy metals, Column, Pot trial, Batch
Bull. Chem. Soc. Ethiop. 2023, 37(6), 1351-1368. DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/bcse.v37i6.5
Adsorption of lead(II) ions using KOH-activated carbon derived from water hyacinth
Authors: Taye Asmamaw , Mehretie Solomon Mehretie , Admassie Shimelis
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACT. In this study, the adsorption of Pb(II) ions onto potassium hydroxide activated carbon derived from water hyacinth leaf (KOH-AC-WHL) is described. KOH-AC-WHL was characterized using FT-IR spectrometry. The adsorption kinetics and equilibrium were investigated using square wave anodic striping voltammetry (SWASV) for monitoring Pb(II) ions. The adsorption kinetics showed a better fit with the pseudo-second-order kinetics model with good linear correlation coefficients (R2) value of 0.999 compared to R2 value of 0.760 for a pseudo-first-order kinetics. The Langmuir and Freundlich models were used to fit the adsorption experimental data. A better correlation with the Langmuir model was observed with R2 value of 0.994 compared to the R2 value of 0.986 for the Freundlich model. Hence, the maximum adsorption capacity of the adsorbent for Pb(II) ions was calculated from the Langmuir isotherm and found to be 206 mg/g. Thermodynamic parameters were determined and their values showed that the adsorption of Pb(II) ions on KOH-AC-WHL was spontaneous and endothermic. The adsorbent material effectively removed Pb(II) ions from 100 μg/L of Pb(II) simulated wastewater to the World Health Organization (WHO) permissible level of 10.0 μg/L within 30 min. The reusable efficiency of KOH-AC-WHL was found to be 73% after four consecutive cycles.

KEY WORDS: Lead(II) ions, Activated carbon, Water hyacinth, Adsorption

Bull. Chem. Soc. Ethiop. 2023, 37(6), 1369-1382.DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.4314/bcse.v37i6.6
Health Impact of Drinking Water Quality on the Occurrence of Osteoporosis in Gaza Strip, Palestine
Authors: AbuQamar Mazen , Tabash Mohammed I. , Aish Adnan , Hasheesh Abd-Rabo Abu , Sharaf Fulla
Published: September 2023

Background: Improving water supply quality could be essential for disease prevention strategy that promotes human health. The study  aims to investigate the relationship between drinking water quality and the occurrence of osteoporosis in Gaza Strip.

Methods: A case-control study design was used, and a multistage sampling method was employed at the main orthopedic clinic.  Participants included 200 individuals diagnosed with osteoporosis and 200 without osteoporosis. All subjects underwent a DEXA scan, and  drinking water samples for chemical analysis were done. A structured face-to-face interview was conducted. Statistical analysis was  performed using SPSS 26, and both descriptive and inferential statistics (chi-square and binary logistic regression) were used.

Results:  Factors such as the source of drinking and cooking water, lifestyle, and socioeconomic status were found important in the occurrence of  osteoporosis. The source of drinking, cooking water, lifestyle, and socioeconomic played a significant impact in the development of  osteoporosis. Bivariate analysis revealed that a number of factors, including female gender, low physical activity, older age (41–50),  inadequate education, drinking and cooking water source, and older age (41–50), had a statistically significant association with  osteoporosis. With the exception of Mg (>PH =.105, Ca =.102, Mg =.046), the chemical water quality parameter had an impact on the  occurrence of osteoporosis but did not achieve a significant difference. Osteoporosis was less likely to occur in people who were obese.  Age, obesity, and the lack of magnesium in drinking water were independent predictors of osteoporosis.

Conclusion: The study has  identified the need for preventive measures to improve drinking water quality to reduce the incidence of various health conditions,  including osteoporosis.
Cluster poultry farming, the bane of highly pathogenic avian influenza spread in Lagos State Nigeria.
Authors: Odita C. I. , Hambolu M. A. , Olasoju T. I. , Makanjuola O. A. , Sito O. , Meseko C. A.
Published: September 2023

There have been no recorded epidemics of highly pathogenic avian influenza since September, 2016 in Lagos State, and since February 2019 in Nigeria. A resurgence occurred on the 25 th of May, 2021. This study gives focused case report of fresh outbreaks of HPAI in Lagos state, south-western Nigeria. Investigation revealed that there were seventy four (74) epidemiologically linked outbreaks in six (6) locations: - Aiyedoto and Ojo military cantonment (Amuwo-odofin LGA), Ajah (Eti-osa LGA), Ago palace Okota (Isolo LGA), Oke-Oshodi (Epe LGA) and Badagry (Badagry LGA). Intensively managed, adult laying birds kept in clusters of less than 10 meters apart in Aiyedoto poultry farm settlement were predominantly affected. Disease prevalence was 15.7%. Incidence rate of infection was 0.2 per hundred bird-days at risk, associated mortality rate was 67 per x103 birds. Real time PCR revealed HPAI H5N1. Stamping out of the entire bird population in affected areas was done. Barely a year after the 2021 outbreaks were curtailed, on the 16th of October, 2022 another outbreak was reported from Agricultural Youth Empowerment Scheme (AGRIC YES) poultry farm settlement. The outbreak at this time was reported in 5 locations: - Aiyedoto and Ojo military cantonment (Amuwo-odofin LGA), Araga (Epe LGA), Awoyaya Ibeju and Lekki (Ibeju-Lekki LGA). In all there were 16 outbreaks. Policy review regarding siting and spacing of poultry farm premises in addition to inter- and intra-state movement of birds is inevitable to control disease spread and reduce associated public health risk.
Applying reflexivity in qualitative research: case study of a Nigerian tourism researcher
Authors: Eyisi Afamefuna Paul
Published: September 2023

Ontology and epistemology influence how a researcher sees the world, and thus approaches their research and interpret findings. This paper reflects on the journey of an indigenous tourism researcher, recording his encounter with his culture and explaining how it shaped his research journey. The researcher also shares his PhD fieldwork experiences and how reflexivity offered an opportunity to negotiate his position. The discussion highlights how a researcher’s encounter with their environment heightens subjectivity in qualitative research and influences the nature of the research, their research position and the design adopted. The paper concludes that early-career researchers should be encouraged to tell readers about their background as it enables one to evaluate the quality of findings, contextualize the research and comprehend it critically, which increases reflexivity needed for professional development.
Effectiveness of Silica Fume Eggshell Ash and Lime Use on the Properties of Kaolinitic Clay
Authors: Muhammad Syamsul Imran Zaini  , Muzamir Hasan
Published: September 2023

The study aims to investigate the properties of kaolinitic clay using silica fume, eggshell ash, and lime. The experiment employs varying amounts of silica fume (2%, 4%, and 6%), eggshell ash, lime (3%, 6%, and 9%), and combinations of silica fume, eggshell ash, and lime, which are cured for 1, 7, 14, and 30 days. The investigated properties of the soils include the improvement of Atterberg limits, maximum dry density (MDD), optimum moisture content (OMC), specific gravity, compressive strength, morphology characteristics, and chemical compositions. The results reveal that the optimal application of these materials can be achieved at 6% silica fume, 6% eggshell ash, and 9% lime mixture into the soils and increase the shear strength by as much as 88.74% at 30 days of curing.
Effectiveness of Oriental Massage on Daily Living Activities of Stroke Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors:   Department of Health Sciences, Ubon Ratchathani Rajabhat University, Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, Thiantongin Pitchanan , Songserm Nopparat
Published: September 2023

INTRODUCTION Oriental massage can improve activities of daily living (ADL) and health outcomes in other chronic illness populations, yet similar studies are lacking in stroke populations. This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of oriental massage on ADL in patients with stroke. METHODS This study was a systematic literature review and meta-analysis and searched the primary research studies published electronically in Thai and English through five databases: ThaiJO, Thai National Research Repository (TNRR), PubMed, Science Direct, and Google Scholar. We analyzed data using RevMan version 5.4 by forest plot graphs. The confidence interval was calculated at the 95% level, and the heterogeneity was tested by Cochran’s Q and I2. RESULTS We identified seven relevant studies that performed ADL on stroke patients after receiving Thai or Chinese massage therapy interventions. We found that Thai and Chinese massage were applied together, emphasizing pressing, rolling, squeezing, gripping, bending, and pulling and herbal compress, which can increase blood flow and reduce muscle spasms. These findings suggest that the duration of massage at 3-weeks and 6-weeks follow-ups can be restored and improve the ability to perform ADL in stroke patients.
USTAVNO-PRAVNI POLOŽAJ OMBUDSMANA U VAŽEĆEM USTAVU REPUBLIKE SRBIJE IZ 2006. GODINE
Authors:   University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Law, Bataveljić Dragan , Petrović Bojan ,   Megatrend University, Faculty of Law
Published: September 2023

In this work the authors first points to the historical development of the institute of ombudsman that is to its significance in terms of the protection of human and citizens’ rights and liberties. Although this institute dates back only two centuries ago, the need and interest for this kind of protection has been present forever. The credit for establishing this autonomous and independent body goes to Sweden which has conducted the control of the executive branch of power aimed at the protection of human rights since 1809. Unfortunately, this institute was not readily accepted throughout the entire 19th and in the first half of the 20th century. Nevertheless, the significance of the creation of this institute is great, regardless the fact that in various countries it has developed under different circumstances and under different names. The Republic of Serbia is among those countries which accepted the institute of “people’s attorney” rather late. While it was the member state of the First, Second and Third form of Yugoslavia, Serbia did not have this institute since the previous constitutions did not foresee the existence of this body. It was introduced for the first time in 2002 within the Law on local self-governments, but only in an optional form. This institute became a mandatory body with the Law on citizen’s protector that was passed in 2005 which foresaw the establishment of ombudsman and its deputy at the level of the republic, that was confirmed a year later by the Constitution of 2006.
The Butch/Femme Couple: Reproducing Patriarchal Marriage in Loving Her (1974) by Ann Allen Shockley
Authors:   Etudes américaines Université Alassane Ouattara, Brigitte DONGO Emma , Kouamé SAYNI ,   Maître de Conférences Université Alassane Ouattara
Published: September 2023

The historical objective of feminist movements, whatever their trends, has been the end of gender and patriarchal inequality in the society. In spite of the progress that these feminist battles have achieved, the traditional model persists in contemporary America, at least this is what is pictured in Ann A. Shockley’s Loving Her (1974), the fiction which focuses attention in this work. In this novel, as a lesbian couple represented by Terry and Renay stubbornly challenges traditional gender and patriarchal forces in order to enjoy their sexual life, the reader discovers many signs of these forces on this relationship. In this study, which is conducted under the angle of feminism and queer theory, our aim is to show that this lesbian couple in which Terry plays the role of the Butch while Renay represents the Femme is nothing but the reproduction of the patriarchal system of couple.
Analysis of Determinants of Credit by Commercial Banks to Indonesia’s Fisheries Sector from the Demand Side
Authors:   UPN Veteran Jawa Timur, Indonesia, Sagito Mareta Dwi , Sishadiyati Sishadiyati ,   UPN Veteran Jawa Timur, Indonesia
Published: September 2023

The growth of financial institutions such as banks is crucial to a country's economy. Not only as a source of financing, is banking also able to influence the business cycle of the economy as a whole. Moreover, Indonesia is a developing country that requires development in various sectors. Credit is an effective financing solution and is quite reliable in terms of financing. However, as one of the most potential sectors, the fisheries sector is actually one of the ones that has minimal credit allocation. This phenomenon occurs because it is influenced by several factors, including external and internal factors. In line with this, this study wants to see what influences credit disbursement when viewed from the demand side by making GDP, credit interest rates, and inflation variables. The method used is the quantitative method of the ECM (Error Correction Model) model, which is processed using Eviews 12. From this study, it is known that GDP and inflation have a significant positive effect in the long term, and the lending rate has a significant negative effect on lending. In the short term, GDP, lending rates, and inflation simultaneously have no effect on credit.
The Influence of the Level of Competition on Accounting Conservatism through Corporate Governance
Authors:   Harapan Bangsa University, Indonesia, Nurmansyah Agung
Published: September 2023

This research aims to examine the influence of competition on accounting conservatism through corporate governance. Accounting conservatism is measured using the market to book ratio approach, corporate governance is measured by the Corporate Governance Self-Assessment and competition is measured by the Lener Index. The population in this study was 35 banking companies listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange. The sampling technique used was Purposive Sampling, resulting in a sample size of 6 companies which were book category 4 banks. The model used in this research was panel data regression using SPSS version 24. The results of this research show that competition influences accounting conservatism and corporate governance. Corporate governance influences accounting conservatism.
Determinants of Demand for Sharia Housing in Palembang Case Study: Ahad Mandiri Property
Authors:   Universitas Lampung, Adelia Putri , Ratih Taher Arivina ,   Universitas Lampung
Published: September 2023

This study analyze the factors that influence consumer decisions in choosing Housing Loans in palembang City through Developer Property Shariah (DPS). This study uses primary data with closed questionnaire and likert scale measurement. The were gethered using interview method, involving 50 repondents. The analytical technique used multiple linier regression, F test, and T test using SPP 18 program. The results showed that simultaneously variables of religiosity, economics, service and administrative process, education, marketing, financing scheme, location and facility influence the decision of purchasing housing loans with a significance level of .022. partial test shows the result that variable of religiosity, economics, education, financing scheme, location and facility have a significant positive effect to consumer purchase decision variable. While marketing, service and administration variable have negative and insignificant influence on purchasing decision.
Impact Performance Measurement Using the SROI Method (Social Return on Investment) in the Jagapati Mangrove Conservation Program (SIMANJA) PT. Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Cilacap, Indonesia
Authors:   Teknik Pengendalian Pencemaran Lingkungan, Politeknik Negeri Cilacap, Prasadi Oto , Kurniawan Hanung ,   PT. Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Cilacap, Rudi Saputra Riyan ,   PT. Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Cilacap, Putri Lestari Sugiana ,   PT. Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Cilacap, Gunawan Ari ,   PT. Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Cilacap
Published: September 2023

Impact performance measurement activities use the SROI method (Social Return On Investment) in the Jagapati Mangrove Conservation Program (SIMANJA) PT. Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Cilacap is an approach to understanding and managing impacts on social values (social value), economics, and the environment created by an activity or organization. The measurement process is based on cost-benefit analysis, social accounting, and social audit. Through the SROI study, it is hoped that it can help companies understand and manage the benefits of social, environmental and economic values that impact the implementation of CSR programs. The result of the SROI analysis is a ratio that shows the relationship between investment costs and the resulting impact value. The evaluative type SROI calculation carried out in the 2019-2022 time period has a value of 8.13. This means that for every Rp. 1 invested, will have an impact of Rp. 8.13 rupiah. With a ratio above 8, this shows that this program can be said to be good. The greatest value comes from the environment, where natural improvement factors are very dominant in this program.
Consumption, Housing Market and Demand for Mortgage Finance: Some Crucial Theoretical Discussions towards an Appropriate Model for an Emerging Economy
Authors:   Royal Agricultural University, School of Business and Entrepreneurship, Stroud Rd, Cirencester GL7 6JS., Owoeye (PhD) Ayodeji B.
Published: September 2023

This paper focus on the consumption function theoretical perspective and how this can used to derive suitable models for the demand for mortgage finance. This study will critically examine the various consumption functions in economic science which have been developed over the last century. The review of the various models will focus on the structure, characteristics, variables, data sets and sources that were used and the critical findings of the models. This paper examined existing literature on the consumption functions discussions, identified the critical characteristics from the model and identified the differences among the various consumption model. Furthermore, the consumption functions were linked to the various demand for mortgage financing models in this work. This study spanned the years 1923 through 2023 where these important tools can be vital to the understanding of the various economic cycle and significant instruments for effective decisions regarding investment, monetary and fiscal policy. The periods experienced critical economic shocks such as credit boom, a financial recession, a rebound, and strong economic expansion. In this study piece, a systematic literature review (SLR) was performed, and the research revealed crucial consumption functions analysis to enable this paper identify suitable demand for Mortgage finance model for an emerging economy. A SLR was performed using a sample of 100 research articles chosen from a pool of 400 papers obtained from Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, ABS journal and, among other sources. As a result of the review, the paper recommended a hybrid model that blended the theoretical perspective of consumption functions and relevant characteristics that is suitable for an emerging economy. This model will be useful for mortgage analysts, Credit Managers, Governments and Bankers to implement and enhance the movements in the mortgage market. This will also enhance and assist in facilitating the effective implementation of the Nigerian mortgage finance policy.
Reviewing Redshifts and the Zero Point Energy
Authors:   Independent Researcher, Oregon, USA, Setterfield Barry
Published: September 2023

One key topic in astronomy is the redshift of light from distant galaxies. Currently there are two main models for what is observed, but discrepant data reveal that neither approach gives an adequate answer to the matter. In 1985 a suggestion was made that the answer to this problem may be found in the light emitted from the atoms within the galaxies themselves, rather than something happening to light in transit. That suggestion is examined with a more complete understanding of the vacuum Zero Point Energy (ZPE) that has emerged recently, since, on one view, it controls the electromagnetic properties of space. A review is undertaken of both the redshift and its problems and also the way our understanding of the ZPE has developed. The facts emerging from these reviews are then applied to suggest a different cause for the redshift, and a concordant reason for redshift quantization.
UNIQUE SOLVABILITY OF IBVP FOR PSEUDO-SUBDIFFUSION EQUATION WITH HILFER FRACTIONAL DERIVATIVE ON A METRIC GRAPH
Authors: Sobirov Z.A. , Khujakulov J.R. , Turemuratova A.A.
Published: September 2023

In this paper, we investigate an initial boundary-value problem for a pseudo-subdiffusion equation involving the Hilfer time-fractional derivative on a metric graph. At the boundary vertices of the graph, we used the Dirichlet condition. At the branching points (inner vertices) of the graph, we use δ-type conditions. Such kind of conditions ensure a local flux conservation at the branching points and are also called Kirchhoff conditions. The uniqueness of a solution of the considered problem is shown using the so-called method of energy integrals. The existence of a regular solution to the considered problem is proved. The solution is constructed in the form of the Fourier series.
Mental Health Professionals' Views on the Regulation of Psychotherapy in Ontario
Authors: Vesely Leslie M. , Gazzola Nicola , Beaton John , Smoliak Olga
Published: September 2023

In Canada, statutory regulation for the mental health professions is a provincial or territorial matter. In 2007, the Ontario government introduced the Psychotherapy Act (PA), which details the scope of practice as well as the authorized act of psychotherapy. The PA established the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) to regulate its members in the service of protecting the public. Given the long history of contestation and ambiguity surrounding the definition of psychotherapy, the PA represents an important historic moment for practitioners in Ontario. However, little research has been conducted on psychotherapy practitioners’ experiences and perspectives on professional regulation. This study qualitatively explored perspectives on, and experiences with, the PA among regulated mental health practitioners who have access to the act of psychotherapy in Ontario, including psychotherapists, nurses, physicians, occupational therapists, psychologists, and social workers. The study provides insights into the ways that these professional groups are impacted by the regulation of psychotherapy and has implications for the future implementation of statutory regulation.
Межрегиональная трудовая миграция в России: моделирование и оценка последствий
Authors: Единак Е.А. , Ксенофонтов Д.М.
Published: September 2023

В статье описаны основные социально-экономические последствия краткосрочной межрегиональной трудовой миграции и представлен ряд оценок для России. Предлагается новый инструментарий для прогнозирования внутристрановых потоков трудовых мигрантов, отличающийся от используемых ранее в научной литературе. На ретроспективном периоде с учетом ряда факторов модель через параметры оценивания подбирает функцию распределения общего трудового потока по регионам, на базе которой реализуются сценарные расчеты будущих входящих миграционных потоков в зависимости от региональной динамики, увязанной с развитием макроэкономической ситуации. На базе прогнозных векторов восстановлены матрицы (шахматки) трудовой миграции для каждого прогнозного года. Сделаны выводы о том, что даже невысокие темпы экономического развития будут фактором роста числа внутренних трудовых мигрантов; несмотря на то, что рассмотрены несколько сценариев, с учетом более высоких темпов роста регионов азиатской России, пространственная структура трудовой миграции остается стабильной относительно отчетного периода, что «консервирует» и социально-экономические последствия трудовой миграции для регионов.
Моделирование экологических макроструктурных и социальных последствий сокращения энергетических субсидий (на примере Узбекистана)
Authors: Чепель С.В.
Published: September 2023

На основе обобщения существующих в мире подходов к моделированию последствий ограничения энергетических субсидий применительно к Узбекистану обоснована необходимость использования метода затраты-выпуск в его различных модификациях. В основе разработанной модельной конструкции лежат три канала распространения шока для экономики, занятых и экологии от ограничения энергетических субсидий: ценовой, инвестиционной и структурной. Каждый из них моделирует различные эффекты ограничения энергетических субсидий: рост энергетических тарифов и их влияние на выпуски и общий уровень инфляции; оценка дополнительных бюджетных поступлений в сопоставлении с выпадающими налоговыми поступлениями вследствие торможения роста энергоемких отраслей; негативные эффекты для занятости и доходов населения; позитивные эффекты для экологии; рост внешней задолженности при реализации зеленых инвестиционных проектов и ряд других.

В статье на примере Узбекистана обсуждаются полученные результаты моделирования последствий реализации различных сценариев проведения реформы энергетических субсидий на макро-и отраслевом уровнях, эффекты для экологии и финансовой устойчивости. Одновременно изучались вопросы ограничения негативных социальных последствий реформы энергетических субсидий путем внедрения энергоэффективных технологий и ВИЭ, стимулирования конечного спроса, замедления темпов сокращения субсидий.
К вопросу об эффективности применения отдельных налоговых льгот российскими предприятиями
Authors: Ордынская Е.В. , Черковец М.В.
Published: September 2023

Вопросы налогообложения традиционно являются чрезвычайно актуальными. Во многом это связано с тем, что налоги широко используются в качестве мер, стимулирующих рост и развитие экономики. Одним из наиболее распространенных и неоднозначных налоговых инструментов являются налоговые льготы. В статье рассматриваются некоторые итоги применения отдельных налоговых льгот российскими предприятиями, а также предлагаются меры по повышению эффективности их применения. Также в статье рассматриваются причины, препятствующие предприятиям более продуктивно пользоваться возможностями льготного налогообложения.
Транспорт России: девять лет экономических санкций
Authors: Щербанин Ю.А.
Published: September 2023

В статье рассматриваются некоторые итоги работы российского грузового транспорта за девять лет после объявления экономических санкций против российских физических и юридических лиц. Отмечается их полное несоответствие принципам ВТО, в частности, положениям ГАТТ и ГАТС, отстраненность ВТО от своих прямых обязанностей. К середине 2022 г. объемы грузоперевозок восстановились, а в начале 2023 г. российский транспорт серьезно нарастил их объемы. Соображения, представленные в данном материале, основаны на официальных данных Росстата, проанализированы с использованием методов анализа, синтеза, сравнения. Делается вывод о наличии достаточных провозных мощностей сухопутного транспорта, констатируется нехватка морского и речного торгового тоннажа под российским флагом, представлены наиболее крупные инфраструктурные проекты, реализуемые в период до 2025 г. Выводы, сформулированные автором в предыдущих статьях по данной теме, нашли свое подтверждение и в данной работе.
Межтопливная конкуренция как фактор эволюции ценообразования на природный газ в Европе
Authors: Комлев С.Л. , Чапайкин Д.А.
Published: September 2023

Исключительно высокая волатильность биржевых цен на европейских торговых площадках снижает инвестиционную привлекательность газовой индустрии. Авторы статьи связывают эту волатильность со вступлением европейского газового рынка в период нестационарного развития, характеризующегося растущими объемами безадресного СПГ с их дестабилизирующей рынок ролью. В статье выделено несколько последовательных этапов в трансформации механизмов ценообразования на природный газ. Историческая смена моделей ценообразования показана через призму межтопливной конкуренции на рынках. Проведен актуальный количественный анализ зависимости газовых цен от цен угля и нефти, отражающий описанные периоды. Предложен качественный прогноз коридоров волатильности газовых цен в средне- и долгосрочной перспективе.
ON THE CODIFICATION OF SOME PRONUNCIATION NORMS IN THE FIRST OFFICIAL CODIFICATION OF STANDARD BULGARIAN AND IN EARLY-20TH CENTURY SPELLING DICTIONARIES AND HANDBOOKS
Authors:   INSTITUTE FOR BULGARIAN LANGUAGE, BULGARIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, CHARALOZOVA KATYA
Published: September 2023

The article deals with the codification of some aspects of the pronunciation norms of standard Bulgarian in the first official codification of the Bulgarian language, as well as in spelling dictionaries and handbooks published in the early 20th century. The analysis is centred on the rules governing the pronunciation of the Old Bulgarian yat vowel, vowel reduction and the pronunciation of the participles and the verb endings for the 1st person singular and the 3rd person plural. The author offers conclusions on the state of the codification of pronunciation norms at the beginning of the 20th century.
MÁRIA KOŠKOVÁ. BULGARIAN-SLOVAK DICTIONARY. VOLUME IV (T – YA)
Authors:   INSTITUTE FOR BULGARIAN LANGUAGE, BULGARIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES, BLAGOEVA Diana
Published: September 2023

This review presents the fourth volume of the Bulgarian-Slovak Dictionary by Mária Košková published in Bratislava. The characteristic features of the lexis included in the volume are discussed, along with the way of presenting lexicographic information. The dictionary is a significant contribution to modern Slavic bilingual lexicography.
the Making of Teaching Profession as a First Choice
Authors: Cruz Sara Jane , Meneses Julius , Moreno Nilmar
Published: September 2023

In the global educational scene, the teaching profession has long been hailed as the noblest profession. It is through educators; that the citizenry is currently imbued with skills and knowledge that they need to maximize their capacities to their full potential. Thus, the researchers saw that it is pivotal to know the perception of the pre-service teachers on the teaching profession as a first choice, to provide baseline data that can unveil factors that influence the making and unmaking of the teaching profession. Using the descriptive research method, the data from a survey conducted among the 1st and 2nd-year students at the College of Education was gathered and interpreted. Subsequent to the t-test and Pearson correlation computation, the study uncovered that there is no significant difference in the perception of the 1st year respondents against the 2nd year respondents. Likewise, there is a moderately positive correlation in the respondents’ perception of teaching vis-à-vis teaching as a first choice and experience with their teachers.
EJAI é diversidade
Authors: Souza Barbosa Edja , Ferreira dos Santos José Gerlan , Torres de Araújo Mariana Ferreira , Soares Camila Vieira de Castro Lima
Published: September 2023

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