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Towards Autonomous Infrastructure Management: A Survey of AI-driven Approaches in Platform Engineering
Authors: Narkarunai Jesu , Malaiyappan Arasu , Karamthulla Musarath Jahan , Tadimarri Anish
Published: March 2024

The rapid evolution of digital infrastructure demands innovative solutions to streamline management processes. This survey explores the emerging paradigm of autonomous infrastructure management, focusing on AI-driven approaches within platform engineering. By synthesizing current research and industry practices, we delineate the landscape of autonomous infrastructure management, examining its key components, challenges, and potential benefits. We discuss various AI techniques, including machine learning, optimization algorithms, and cognitive computing, employed to enable autonomy in infrastructure management tasks. Furthermore, we analyze real-world implementations and assess their effectiveness in enhancing system reliability, scalability, and efficiency. Through this comprehensive review, we aim to provide insights into the trajectory of autonomous infrastructure management and highlight avenues for future research and development.
IMAM DAN LARANGAN BERPOLITIK PRAKTIS: MENIMBANG RELEVANSI PENEGASAN MAGISTERIUM GEREJA DI TENGAH GEMURUH POLITIK MENJELANG PEMILU 2024
Authors: & Benediktus Denar Rikardus Moses Jehaut
Published: March 2024

This article is focused on a juridical analysis of the prohibition against priests from being involved in practical politics in the light of the confirmation of the Church's magisterium and its relevance to the 2024 general elections. Using document study methods, this article shows that on the one hand, priests have political rights and therefore they can and even have to get involved in politics for the sake of the general welfare, but on the other hand, they are prohibited from getting involved in practical politics which is directly related to civil power. This prohibition is not intended to limit the political rights of priests but rather is due to considerations of the identity of priests as spiritual ministers, their mission to create peace and harmony and respect for the laity. The author argues that this prohibition is very relevant in the context of the upcoming 2024 elections. Priests must take this Church prohibition seriously and Ordinaries must undertake pastoral and juridical interventions if circumstances demand it.

 

Key Words: Priest, prohibition, practical politics, Church’s magisterium

 

Artikel ini  difokuskan pada analisis  yuridis tentang  larangan  terhadap para  imam untuk terlibat dalam politik praktis dalam  terang penegasan  magisterium Gereja dan relevansinya terhadap pemilihan umum 2024.  Dengan  menggunakan metode studi dokumen, artikel  ini  memperlihatkan bahwa  di satu pihak,  imam  memiliki hak  politik dan karena itu mereka  dapat dan bahkan harus  terlibat dalam politik  demi kesejahteraan umum, namun di lain pihak, mereka dilarang untuk terlibat dalam politik praktis yang berhubungan dengan kekuasaan sipil.  Larangan ini tidak dimaksudkan untuk memasung hak politik imam melainkan karena pertimbangan  identitas  imam  sebagai  pelayan  rohani, misi mereka untuk menciptakan perdamaian dan kerukunan serta penghormatan terhadap kaum awam. Penulis  berargumentasi bahwa larangan ini sangat relevan dalam konteks pemilu 2024 yang  akan datang. Para imam harus  memperhatikan  secara serius larangan Gereja ini dan para Ordinaris harus  melakukan  intervensi  pastoral dan yuridis  jika keadaan menuntut untuk itu.

 

Kata Kunci: Imam, larangan, politik praktis, magisterium Gereja
A 2023 nationwide study on adjustment disorder among first year MBBS students in India
Authors:   Department of Physiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, India, Agarwal Mayank
Published: March 2024

Amidst the complex transition to medical college, encompassing a myriad of academic, social, and personal adjustments, MBBS students in India confront multifaceted challenges that can precipitate adjustment disorder, a phenomenon understudied within the Indian context. Therefore, it is of interest to assess adjustment disorder among first-year MBBS students within six months of enrolment. We used a Google form encompassing adjustment disorder new-module 20 for data collection and found that 67% of the 401 responses from first-year medical students exhibited adjustment disorder. The top stressors identified included time pressure, work pressure, financial problems, moving to a new home, and termination of important leisure activities. Female gender, age group 21-25, conflicts in working life, financial problems, own serious illness, family conflicts, pressure to meet deadlines, and excessive workload showed significant associations with adjustment disorder.
Penggunaan Dana Desa dalam Pembangunan Infrastruktur Desa Sidomulyo, Kota Batu
Authors: Nex Urbanus , Lestari Asih Widi , Firdausi Firman
Published: March 2024

The few years since the passing of the Village Law have resulted in several changes at the micro government level. Villages become more empowered because they are given access to more management. Some villages even received the title of Independent Village, which means that the village earns its own income outside of the budget usually provided by the Central Government. One of the villages included in this independent category is Sidomulyo Village, Batu City. Batu City is able to become a city that earns quite a lot from its own local revenue thanks to the tourism sector. Villages within Batu City have also become empowered villages and some have even received the title of Independent Village at the national level, namely Sidomulyo Village thanks to tax levies and proper development planning. Based on this, the researcher is interested in examining it through qualitative methods. The results of this study found that the Sidomulyo Village Government implemented the Village Conference in a timely manner and from the smallest stage. The readiness of infrastructure built year after year is an important variable in an Independent Village.
Beberapa tahun setelah disahkannya Undang-Undang Desa telah menghasilkan beberapa perubahan di level pemerintah mikro. Desa menjadi lebih berdaya karena di berikan akses pengelolaan yang lebih. Beberapa Desa bahkan mendapat predikat Desa Mandiri yang artinya desa tersebut mendapatkan penghasilannya sendiri di luar dari anggaran yang biasanya di berikan oleh Pemerintah Pusat. Salah satu Desa yang termasuk kategori mandiri ini adalah Desa Sidomulyo, Kota Batu. Kota Batu mampu menjadi Kota yang berpenghasilan cukup besar dari Pendapatan Asli Daerahnya berkat sektor Pariwisata. Desa yang terdapat di dalam Kota Batu juga menjadi Desa-Desa yang berdaya bahkan ada yang menjadi predikat Desa Mandiri di taraf nasional, yaitu Desa Sidomulyo berkat pajak retribusi serta perencanaan pembangunan yang tepat. Berdasarkan hal tersebut maka peneliti tertarik untuk menelitinya melalui metode kualitatif. Hasil dari penelitian ini di dapat bahwa Pemerintah Desa Sidomulyo menerapkan Musyawarah Desa secara tepat waktu dan dari tahap yang terkecil. Kesiapan infrastruktur yang dibangun tahun demi tahun menjadi variabel yang pentung dalam Desa Mandiri.
The Jurisprudence of Disagreement and the Rejection of Fanaticism as a Pillar of Human Rights and its Role in Accommodating Pluralism and Religious Moderation
Authors: Hanafi Yusuf , Yousuf Salih Abdulrahman Alsounusi
Published: March 2024

Religious moderation, understanding and assimilating others, and dealing with them despite intellectual and methodological differences is required and commendable, but it only comes from understanding the other and respecting his right to thought and belief, and from here we must stand on the jurisprudence of disagreement and know the human rights granted by Islam to creation of different sects and differences, and in this article dealt with some definitions of important terms, and mentioned the Islamic texts that talked about the subject of study, and talk about human rights in Islam, and exposure to disagreement and difference, The causes and methods of treatment are mentioned in the results, and I followed the descriptive analytical approach in this article
Use of the Read, Answer, Discuss, Explain and Create Learning Model in Science Learning Knowledge Nature to Improve Elementary School Students' Ability to Understand Concepts
Authors: Maulida Nur Aulya , Pratama D. Fadly , Kelana Jajang Bayu
Published: March 2024

Students' understanding of concepts is a form of ability to master a number of learning materials, where students do not just know and remember, but are able to re-express the concepts they understand using their own language or in a form that is easier to understand and comprehend. able to apply. The purpose of this research is to determine the increase in students' conceptual understanding abilities by using the RADEC learning model in science learning. The research method used is a mixed method with a sequential explanatory research design. The population in this study were all students in one of the West Bandung Regency elementary schools with a sample of 35 grade IV students. The instruments used in this research were test and non-test instruments. Data analysis techniques were carried out in a way Qualitative and quantitative . The results of this research are based on the results of pretest and posttest answers to students' concept understanding abilities. To strengthen these results, observations, interviews and distribution of student questionnaires were carried out regarding the difficulties of teachers and students in implementing this learning activity. Based on the results of data analysis, it can be concluded that the use of the RADEC learning model can improve the ability to understand concepts in class IV students as evidenced by the sig (Paired Sample T-Test) value of 0.000 < 0.05
Floating Schools: an Overview of Education in Bangladesh
Authors: Ahsan M. Tariq
Published: March 2024

highlighting education in Bangladesh is currently attracting world attention because there is a unique phenomenon that occurs due to the process of learning activities on boats in Bangladesh. Teaching and learning activities on a boat are not done because we want to exist and deliberately steal the world's attention because conditions must force these activities to occur. Bangladesh is a country that is prone to flooding problems which can paralyze life activities including educational activities. Problems arise from many parties who question the safety of teachers and students there because learning activities are not carried out in patented buildings. Then many parties also want to know the obstacles that arise from learning activities held on boats. The aim of this research is to determine safety efforts and also the obstacles faced during the learning process. This research uses mixed research methods, namely field research and literature study. The sources for this research are the manager of learning activities on the boat, 5 teachers and 10 students from 3 schools and also several relevant previous articles which were used as reference sources. The results of this research show that there is a guarantee of safety from the management, including starting from boat design , time management, provision for teachers to master the terrain and equipping the boat with sophisticated equipment. The challenges faced include aspects of funding, climate change, limited reach, teacher training and technological infrastructure.
Maracay espacio y memoria: Itinerario Cultural para el reconocimiento arquitectónico de la ciudad jardín en Venezuela
Authors: Viera de Garcés Karol Nazareth , Padilla Arreaza Arelys Josefina
Published: March 2024

Itineraries constitute an interesting tool to promote the cultural wealth of Latin American peoples. In this research, field work is carried out with documentary support to carry out an essay on architectural recognition, as one of the dimensions within the cultural knowledge of the city of Maracay, located in the central north coastal region of Venezuela and cataloged as the garden city of this country, for its natural resources and pleasant climate. The work serves as a reference point to be applied in other spaces, standing out for the diversity of heritage and social interactions of the city as a cultural heritage. Constituting a way of carrying out historical tours to the extent that the description of the urban architectural cultural heritage is carried out.
Formação de professores em enfermagem de nível superior no Brasil: um panorama da realidade
Authors: Rebouças Gomes Nadjane , Maria Pithon Borges Nunes Amélia , Silva Santos Alexandre , Mallagutti Corrêa Ritieli , Santos Azevedo Matheus , Alkmim de Oliveira Djanira , Dos Santos Sampaio Rute , Almeida Henrique , Assunção Naiara , Jesus de Andrade Peixoto Jaqueline , Damaceno Ferreira Fabricia , Stephane Martins Michelle
Published: March 2024

Buscar na literatura acadêmica as pesquisas que se relacionam com o processo de formação de professores em enfermagem de nível superior no Brasil. Estudo exploratório, descritivo, de abordagem qualitativa, do tipo estado da arte. Os critérios de inclusão adotados pelo presente estudo foram: artigos originais, publicados entre os anos de 2014 a 2018, nas bases de dados Scientific Eletronic Library Online (SCIELO), Literatura Latino-Americana do Caribe (LILACS), Base de Dados em Enfermagem (BDENF) e Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (MEDLINE), redigidos em língua portuguesa, inglesa e espanhola, disponíveis na íntegra, de forma gratuita e completa. Foram excluídos artigos duplicados e aqueles cujo tema central não tinha relação com a proposta deste artigo. A busca na literatura resultou em 24 artigos que abordam a temática em estudo, sendo a maioria publicados nos anos de 2016 (07) e 2017 (05). Foram categorizadas quatro unidades de significância, a saber: 1. Conhecimento e percepção da temática ministrada nas disciplinas de enfermagem pelos docentes; 2. Competências necessárias para a docência em nível superior em enfermagem; 3. Panorama da educação do nível superior em enfermagem, e 4. Métodos de ensino no nível superior em enfermagem. Um profundo conhecimento da temática proposta pelo componente curricular, aliado ao conhecimento da realidade dos alunos/comunidade a qual a unidade de ensino está inserida, o pensamento reflexivo frente ao processo ensino-aprendizagem e a utilização de novas metodologias facilitam o aprendizado e norteiam a formação de novas práticas dos docentes em enfermagem.
Energy transition and sustainable development in Malaysia: Steering towards a greener future
Authors: Ghosn Fadi , Zreik Mohamad , Awad Ghina , Karaouni George
Published: March 2024

In the evolving landscape of global energy dynamics, Malaysia stands as a pivotal example of a nation actively transitioning towards renewable energy and sustainable development. This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of Malaysia's energy sector transformation, underpinned by the government's commitment to reducing carbon emissions and mitigating the impacts of climate change. The objective of this research is to delve into the intricacies, opportunities, and challenges of steering Malaysia towards a greener future, with a particular focus on the shift from reliance on fossil fuels to the adoption of renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and biomass. Employing a mixed-method approach, this study synthesizes existing literature, policy documents, and case studies to examine the current state and historical context of energy use in Malaysia, analyze government initiatives and policy frameworks, explore technological advancements, and assess the environmental and socioeconomic impacts of the energy transition. Results indicate that despite facing challenges such as financial investment, technological advancement, and public acceptance, collaborative efforts between the government, private sector, and communities have led to significant progress in promoting renewable energy. The paper concludes that Malaysia's energy transition represents a critical step towards achieving a balance between economic growth and environmental preservation, setting a precedent for sustainable development in the Southeast Asian region. This transition is not only essential for climate change mitigation but also presents opportunities for economic diversification, energy security, and social inclusivity. The study ultimately calls for continued innovation, supportive policies, and international cooperation to overcome remaining barriers and fully realize the potential of renewable energy in Malaysia.
Analisis Tingkat Kepuasan Konsumen terhadap Pelayanan Jasa Bunker Selama Pandemi Covid-19 di PT. Pelayaran Athalla Putra
Authors: Poltekpelbarombong  , Tandung Albertha Lolo , Muntaha Sidrotul , Narantaka Elza Ardhya , Kalangi Theo Johannes Frans , Lestari Widianti
Published: March 2024

Pelayaran Athalla Putra Cipunagara operates in the field of oil fuel distribution. The presence of numerous similar companies offering bunker services emphasizes the significance of providing excellent customer service as an added value for the company. Maintaining the quality of service is crucial in the competitive bunker service business. Implementing an effective working system is necessary for the company to compete with others and enhance the quality of service provided to consumers. The working system adopted by PT. Pelayaran Athalla Putra Cipunagara includes the implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). This document outlines systematically ordered procedures to complete tasks. SOPs are incredibly useful for standardizing employee performance and ensuring efficient work outcomes. Throughout the pandemic, various activities involving gatherings have been postponed to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Additionally, the government has prohibited the public from hosting wedding recePT.ions. These circumstances have inevitably led to a decline in the number of consumers for PT. Pelayaran Athalla Putra Cipunagara.

 ABSTRAK

PT. Pelayaran Athalla Putra Cipunagara sebagai perusahaan yang bergerak di bidang distribusi bahan bakar minyak. Banyaknya perusahaan serupa yang menawarkan jasa pelayanan bunker menjadikan kualitas jasa layanan yang baik kepada pelanggan (customer) sebagai nilai tambah perusahaan. Pentingnya menjaga kualitas jasa pelayanan perlu dilakukan dalam persaingan bisnis pelayanan bunker. Sistem kerja yang baik juga perlu diterapkan oleh perusahaan agar mampu bersaing dengan perusahaan lainnya guna meningkatkan kualitas jasa pelayanan yang diberikan kepada konsumen.Sistem kerja yang diterapkan oleh perusahaan PT. Pelayaran Athalla Putra Cipunagara yang pertama adalah menerapkan Standar Operasional Prosedur, dokumen ini mencantumkan prosedur yang ditata secara urut, untuk menyelesaikan suatu pekerjaan. SOP sangat berguna untuk menyeragamkan kinerja para karyawan, serta memastikan hasil kerja tetap efektif. Selama pandemi, berbagai kegiatan yang melibatkan banyak orang harus ditunda demi mencegah penyebaran virus corona, lalu pemerintah juga melarang masyarakat membuat acara resepsi pernikahan. Kondisi tersebut tentu saja memberikan dampak terhadap menurunnya jumlah konsumen dari PT. Pelayaraan Athalla Putra Cipunagara.
Menakar Kekuatan Mengikat Putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi dalam Perspektif Peraturan Perundang-Undangan
Authors: Saputra Padil , Asnawi Eddy , Azmi Bahrun
Published: March 2024

Tujuan penelitian untuk menjelaskan mengenai kekuatan mengikat putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi dalam perspektif pembentukan undang- undang dan implikasi kekuatan mengikat putusan Mahkamah Konstitusi dalam perspektif pembentukan peraturan perundang-undangan. Dengan metodologi penelitian hukum normatif dimana peneliti mengambil sampel dari beberapa hasil putusan judicial review mahkamah konstitusi. Dalam hasil penelitian didapati bahwa terdapat pembangkangan oleh pembentuk undang-undang terhadap putusan MK, ditambah dengan tidak ada norma yang mengatur apabila pembuat undang-undang tidak menindaklanjuti putusan MK. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah kekuatan mengikat putusan MK hanya sebatas declaratoir bukan eksekutoir sehingga sering sekali tidak diindahkan oleh pembentuk undang- undang. Saran dalam tesis ini agar pemangku kepentingan dapat membuat skema yang kompleks agar putusan MK dapat ditaati bersama-sama dan menyeluruh.
Pengaruh Religiusitas, Lokasi, dan Sosial Terhadap Minat Mahasiswa Memilih Program Studi Manajemen Bisnis Syariah
Authors: Nur Romadhon Farkhan , Walyoto Sri
Published: March 2024

The aim of this research is to examine the influence of Religiosity, Location and Social Affairs on Students' Interest in Choosing a Sharia Business Management Study Program (Study of Undergraduate Students in Sharia Business Management at UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta). This research uses a population of students from Surakarta. The sample was selected using a non- probability sampling method, totaling 300 respondents by distributing questionnaires online using Google Form. The analysis technique used was multiple linear regression. The results research are that there is a positive influence on Location and Social Affairs on Interest in Choosing a Sharia Business Management Study Program (Study for Undergraduate Students in Sharia Business Management at UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta) while Religiosity has no influence.

Keywords: Religiosity, Location, Social, and Interests
PENINGKATAN KAPASITAS PERANGKAT DESA DALAM MEMBANGUN KESADARAN MEMAHAMI SUSUNAN ORGANISASI DAN TATA KERJA (SOTK)
Authors: Abdul Aziz Zulhakim  , Susanti Is
Published: March 2024

One of the important instruments that form the basis for the performance of the village government is the Structure of Organisation and Work Procedure (SOTK). Permendagri No. 84/2015 is the main reference for the establishment of the SOTK of the village government. Therefore, to overcome this lack of understanding, it is necessary to empower the village officials through training and mentoring. In the implementation of this activity, the concept of participatory learning and action was adopted (Theresia in Hasanah & Saruri, 2018). This approach is implemented by emphasizing lectures, discussions, and brainstorming activities that are carried out interactively with the village head and village apparatus of Bioa Sengok, and continued with real actions or activities related to community empowerment material. This community service activity was carried out and produced knowledge for the Bioa Sengok village government in the form of capacity building in recognizing villages through the Village Law, understanding village government management, and understanding basic concepts of SOTK. However, in the future, more specific training for the village government is needed to organize good village governance.
Comparison of TOPSIS Method and AHP Method in Determining Poor Households in Koto Baru Simalanggang
Authors: Meidelfi Dwiny , Sukma Fanni , Azizah Nola Nur , Hendrick Hendrick , Chandra Dikky
Published: March 2024

Every year, some social assistance is distributed by the Ministry of Social Affairs to each village/Nagari aimed at low-income families. The problem of poverty data almost occurs in all village/Nagari governments. In Koto Baru Simalanggang, several issues arose, including social assistance being mistargeted, poverty assessment being very complex, no system helped in DTKS, and no empowerment/system was carried out in reducing social problems; thus, all were put into DTKS without being able to see the details. Thus far, for the examination of the data of the proposer of assistance, the Nagari government still uses manual methods; therefore, it takes a long time and is subjective to the settlement of low-income families. Posdaya Bundo Saiyo is assisting in Koto Baru Simalanggang for the poor beneficiaries. There needs to be a decision support system to determine people with low incomes in this Nagari; using the method to determine people with low incomes is more objective. The results of this study are in the form of a decision support system for the determination of people with low incomes, which is used as a reference for the Bundo Saiyo Posdaya to make recommendations for the determination of people with low incomes to the Mayor of Koto Baru Simalanggang using Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) and Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) methods. Based on the comparisons made in this research, the AHP and TOPSIS methods have the same ranking results
Bibliometric Analysis of Research Development on the Topic of State Border Development Using VosViewer
Authors: Daud Restuardy , Bur Marzidi , Sunarsi Denok , Salam Rudi
Published: March 2024

The development of national borders is a priority for a country in the interest of sovereignty and prosperity for its citizens. This study examines the development of research that takes the topic of developing national borders. The research aims to discover the development of the number of publications and maps of the development of publications over the last ten years on the topic of development in question. This research method uses descriptive bibliometric analysis, with metadata from 982 research publications sourced and processed from Google Scholar. The results showed that in the period 2012-2022, there was an increase in the development of publications, from 20 publications in 2012 (2.04%) to 182 publications in 2020 (18.54%), or an increase of 8 times compared to publications with the same topic in 2012. The development of mapping research publications based on keywords (co-occurrence) identified a description of the network of relationships between conceptions of national border development and related topics grouped into 10 clusters. Development is the main issue discussed in various studies in the last ten years. From the visualization overlay on co-occurrence, the keyword 'Development' is the most discussed topic and highlights the need for strengthening and improvement in managing national borders. This research also obtained several topics still open for researchers to develop, including infrastructure development and loci in border areas, which are interesting for future research topics.Â
Personalized Learning Models Using Decision Tree and Random Forest Algorithms in Telecommunication Company
Authors: Wiratman Alexander Bryan , Wella Wella
Published: March 2024

In response to the rising popularity of online training, this study addresses the crucial need for effective assessment methods at PT XYZ. The research focuses on developing a comprehensive solution through a data visualization dashboard and a machine learning model. The data visualization dashboard, created using Tableau, provides an interactive platform for exploring training data. It offers valuable insights into employees learning progress and needs, empowering them to monitor their advancement and identify areas for improvement effectively. Simultaneously, a machine learning model was developed using Python and Google Collab, employing decision trees and random forest algorithms. The model exhibited promising results with an accuracy rate of 69% for decision trees and 70% for random forests, indicating its proficiency in predicting skill groups. Furthermore, the study rigorously evaluated the dashboard and machine learning model using a 20% holdout dataset, affirming their effectiveness. The dashboard, deployed on a web server, ensures accessibility to all PT XYZ employees, enhancing user experience and engagement. Notably, the dashboard's user-friendly interface allows employees to actively participate in their learning journey, while the machine learning model generates personalized training recommendations based on their progress and needs. In summary, this research provides a practical and innovative solution to the challenge of online training assessment at PT XYZ. By combining data visualization techniques and machine learning algorithms, the developed tools significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of training programs. These findings contribute valuable insights into online training assessment methodologies and pave the way for improved learning experiences in the digital age.
Classifying Gender Based on Face Images Using Vision Transformer
Authors: Tahyudin Ganjar Gingin , Sulistiyo Mahmud Dwi , Arzaki Muhammad , Rachmawati Ema
Published: March 2024

Due to various factors that cause visual alterations in the collected facial images, gender classification based on image processing continues to be a performance challenge for classifier models. The Vision Transformer model is used in this study to suggest a technique for identifying a person’s gender from their face images. This study investigates how well a facial image-based model can distinguish between male and female genders. It also investigates the rarely discussed performance on the variation and complexity of data caused by differences in racial and age groups. We trained on the AFAD dataset and then carried out same-dataset and cross-dataset evaluations, the latter of which considers the UTKFace dataset.  From the experiments and analysis in the same-dataset evaluation, the highest validation accuracy of  happens for the image of size  pixels with eight patches. In comparison, the highest testing accuracy of  occurs for the image of size  pixels with  patches. Moreover, the experiments and analysis in the cross-dataset evaluation show that the model works optimally for the image size  pixels with  patches, with the value of the model’s accuracy, precision, recall, and F1-score being , , , and , respectively. Furthermore, the misclassification analysis shows that the model works optimally in classifying the gender of people between 21-70 years old. The findings of this study can serve as a baseline for conducting further analysis on the effectiveness of gender classifier models considering various physical factors.
A Mixed Integer Linear Programming for Exam-Invigilator Assignment Problem: A Case Study at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia
Authors: Irfan Hanafi Muhammad Aiman , Syed Ali Sharifah Aishah , Mat Jusoh Ruzanna , Ali Fazilatulaili , Abd Rahman Norzaura
Published: March 2024

The assignment of invigilators for examinations is a complex and challenging task, particularly when faced with numerous factors that must be carefully considered. Critical elements are essential in this process, including staff availability, room capacity, and time constraints, requiring thorough evaluation and coordination. This paper focuses on improving the allocation of invigilators for examinations at Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia (UPNM). The issue arises when academic staff members responsible for teaching the subject are also assigned as exam invigilators, which conflicts with their primary role of assisting students in addressing their queries during examinations. It is essential to reconsider the distribution of invigilator roles, ensuring that academic staff members can focus solely on providing educational support. In contrast, qualified non-academic staff handle invigilation duties effectively. A mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model is formulated using the existing examination timetable to solve this problem. The model is solved using a simple algorithm implemented in the XPress MP programming language, resulting in an improved solution that requires less computational effort than the conventional method. This approach offers an alternative and better solution for scheduling examination invigilators at UPNM, ensuring the efficient and effective management of exam procedures while maximizing the utilization of available resources. It can serve as a starting point for future investigations into UPNM's scheduling procedures.
Grey Level Differences Matrix for Alcoholic EEG Signal Classification
Authors: Sri Aprillia Bandiyah , Rizal Achmad , Geraldy Fauzi Muhammad Arik
Published: March 2024

Electroencephalogram (EEG) signals can provide information on abnormalities in a person's brain and characterize brain activity. Brain injury or diseases can manifest as brain disorders. Trauma or the use of specific chemicals or medications, such as alcohol, can result in brain damage. Previous research has demonstrated variations in the patterns of EEG signals between alcohol-using and non-drinking people. Various techniques, including wavelet and entropy, have been developed to detect alcoholic EEG using event-related potential (ERP) testing. This work proposes a feature extraction technique based on texture analysis for the classification of alcohol EEG signals because ERP-measured EEG often involves many channels.  An NxM image is thought to be equivalent to an EEG signal with N channels and a recording duration of M samples. The NxM matrix is formed by channelizing the N-channel EEG signal in this investigation. Normalization is then used to get a matrix value of 0-255 or an 8-bit image in the following step. Five features are measured in four directions, and the Grey Level Difference Matrix (GLDM) approach is utilized for feature extraction. Using five grey-level difference matrix (GLDM) features and linear discriminant analysis as a classifier, the maximum accuracy was achieved at 73.3%. Image processing can still be used to increase accuracy even though the final product is less accurate than the earlier technique. The suggested approach can still be adjusted to work with biomedical signals or image processing techniques like the Grey Level Co-occurrence Matrix (GLCM).
Experimental and Numerical Fracture Toughness Evaluation of Spiral Seam Weld of API X65 Steel
Authors: Farrahi Ali , Hashemi Seyed Hojjat
Published: March 2024

In this research fracture toughness of spiral seam weld of API X65 is measured through the ASTM E1820 standard recommendations. According to thin-wall pipe of API X65 in this research, specimen sizes could not satisfy the plain strain condition of ASTM E399 therefore, indirect method is accomplished by evaluating the crack tip opening displacement. According to the nature of welding procedure and inhomogeneous probable defects in the different regions of seam weld, δ-R curve with multi-specimen technique of single-edge notched bend (SENB) specimens is applied for test procedure in this research. The measured CTOD and K1C are 0.23 mm and 265 MPam3/2 respectively. Furthermore, Three-dimensional finite element method numerical evaluation of crack propagation with GTN model has been performed. Good agreement with the other researches was observed for CTOD and fracture toughness of tested material. The difference was about 10 percent.
Design and finite element analysis of S355J2 wing holders on tank wagons
Authors: Unal Okan , Gursoy Adnan , Duman Abdulkadir , Erdogan Oguzhan , Kaptan Cagatay , Yasar Mustafa , Kashyzadeh Kazem Reza
Published: March 2024

Wagon component failures that occur during service life can be reduced by applying appropriate geometric changes and using optimization techniques. Therefore, crucial changes are being studied to improve design and performance in structures such as connecting parts, braking systems, suspension, and transmission systems. The wing holders also have a load-bearing feature in connecting the body to the chassis. The strength of the wagon, component stabilization, and weight reduction are of great importance during transportation. In this study, finite element analysis was carried out for the novel type wing holders of the tank wagon system designed via simpler and stepless with various thicknesses. The von Mises stresses and total deformations, as finite element results, for the thicknesses of 10 mm, 12 mm, and 14 mm occurred due to the standard of EN 12663-2:2010 for both longitudinal and vertical loading conditions were extracted from the software. Finally, according to the design improvements, a new wing holder model was developed, which can contribute to the reduction of production and assembly costs.
Non-neoplastic Kidney Diseases in Adult Tumor Nephrectomy and Nephroureterectomy Specimens in a Southeast Asian Tertiary Medical Center
Authors: Benjakul Nontawat , Henriksen Kammi J , Chang Anthony
Published: March 2024

OBJECTIVE: Non-neoplastic kidney diseases are concurrently present in up to 15% of patients with renal and ureteral tumors, which have been most studied in the United States. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence and spectrum of renal parenchymal diseases in similar patients from a Southeast Asian academic institution.METHODS: We searched the database of the Department of Anatomical Pathology, Faculty of Medicine Vajira Hospital, Navamindradhiraj University (2012–2022) and found 194 adult nephrectomy and nephroureterectomy specimens with renal, renal pelvis, and ureteral tumors. Additional stains included periodic acid-Schiff, methenamine silver, and Masson trichrome. Direct immunofluorescence microscopy was performed on the paraffin tissue sections for immunoglobulin (Ig) G, IgA, IgM, and kappa and lambda light chains. Clinical information, including age, gender, and co-morbidities, was obtained from the electronic medical records.RESULTS: Analysis of the 194 cases demonstrated the average age was 61 years (range: 17-89 years), with 126 males (65%) and 68 females (35%). After re-examination of the non-neoplastic renal parenchyma, 14 cases (7%) had diffused and/or nodular mesangial sclerosis. Diabetic nephropathy (12 cases) and idiopathic nodular glomerulosclerosis (2 cases) were diagnosed and associated with either stage 1 or 2 genitourinary cancers. Another case was diagnosed with atheroembolic renal disease. In all cases, the concurrent renal diseases were not identified during the initial evaluation.CONCLUSION: Examination of the non-neoplastic renal parenchyma is important to identify non-neoplastic kidney diseases, such as diabetic nephropathy, so early treatment may result in improved clinical outcomes for kidney and urothelial cancer patients.
Revisiting Picketing within the Framework of Turkish Labour Law
Authors: Tunca Merda Elvan
Published: March 2024

In the context of collective labour disputes, which often arise during negotiations for a collective labour agreement, various methods are employed by both employees and employers to resolve conflicts. Strike, one such method, involves employees abstaining from work or disrupting workplace activities to seek better working conditions or secure new rights. Strikes can be lawful or unlawful, depending on whether they adhere to the conditions specified in the Law No. 6356 on Trade Unions and Collective Bargaining Agreement. Picketing, another combative method, is utilized in labour law to address collective labour disputes and is closely linked to the freedom of expression. While colloquially defined as personal or collective protests using banners, picketing in labour law refers to employees gathering at the entrance of their workplace during a strike to voice complaints about the employer and persuade others to join the strike. This study aims to explore the concept of picketing within Turkish labour law and compare it with practices in Anglo-Saxon jurisdictions.
Requirements for Cultivating Customer Focus
Authors: Erwin Schlogl
Published: March 2024

In today's fiercely competitive global marketplace, companies face a plethora of opportunities, as well as threats and challenges. As products become increasingly homogeneous, companies must develop concepts and strategies for fostering relationships with their customers. This necessitates a comprehensive approach, with a shift from transactional marketing to relationship marketing already underway, placing emphasis on the customer. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) holds promise for navigating competitive markets, yet high failure rates in CRM implementation persist. One critical success factor for CRM implementation is a steadfast orientation towards the customer. Achieving customer orientation entails various measures including change management, cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, employee engagement, and support from company stakeholders. Internal marketing is crucial for persuading employees to transition from functional to cross-functional thinking. Customer orientation is not merely a strategy, but a journey and long-term commitment, requiring continual assessment and enhancement. This paper offers an in-depth exploration of the essential factors for cultivating customer orientation.
Algunas características de las reformas del sistema educativo mexicano y el papel del docente
Authors: Gómez-Ortega Alma Griselda , Cáceres-Mesa Maritza Librada
Published: March 2024

Se consideran algunas consideraciones del alcance de las reformas educativas en el currículo mexicano y en particular se hace mención de la normativa que regula la toma de decisiones académicas por parte de los docentes. Se precisa cómo México se ha caracterizado por recibir reformas de manera vertical, “de arriba hacia abajo”, en las que no hay una participación activa de los docentes de los diferentes niveles educativa, los cuales han sido invisibilizados y requieren de un proceso formativo, para trascender en la formación de los estudiantes. Se rescatan los principios orientaciones pedagógicas establecidos en la Nueva Escuela Mexicana, como líneas de acción, y los fundamentos que reivindican el papel del cuerpo docente, lo cuales guían la toma de decisiones académicas, en función de los desafíos sociales que enfrenta el currículo.
Palabras clave:
Reforma educativa, organización curricular, Nueva Escuela Mexicana, papel del docente.
 
ABSTRACT
Some considerations of the scope of educational reforms in the Mexican curriculum are considered and in particular mention is made of the regulations that regulate academic decision-making by teachers. It is specified how Mexico has been characterized by receiving reforms vertically, "from top to bottom", in which there is no active participation of teachers of the different educational levels, which have been made invisible and require a training process, to transcend in the formation of students. The pedagogical orientation principles established in the New Mexican School are rescued, as lines of action, and the foundations that claim the role of the teaching body, which guide academic decision-making, based on the social challenges facing the curriculum.
Keywords:
Educational reform, curricular organization, New Mexican School, role of teacher.
La motivación por el aprendizaje de lenguas mediante juegos relacionados con el medioambiente
Authors: La Rosa-Ponce Julio César
Published: March 2024

La motivación se conoce como la aspiración de conseguir algo que se desea mucho. En el estudio de una segunda lengua, la motivación desempeña un papel importante porque los alumnos pueden sentirse libres, seguros e inspirados para hablar y estudiar el idioma. Sin embargo, los juegos también pueden inspirar a los alumnos a estudiar idiomas y ofrecerles el beneficio de aprender un idioma mientras se divierten. Por otro lado, los juegos relacionados con el medio ambiente también son bastante beneficiosos para desarrollar un conocimiento medioambiental y valores medioambientales en los alumnos. En este sentido, el objetivo principal de este artículo es aumentar la motivación para el aprendizaje de idiomas a través de juegos relacionados con el medio ambiente en las clases de inglés que apoyan el interés del estudiante y una buena actitud para aprender un nuevo idioma. Para la conformación de esta investigación, se aplicaron varios métodos científicos de diferentes niveles. La propuesta fomenta la motivación al estudio de un nuevo idioma a través de juegos lingüísticos relacionados con el medioambiente. Permite a los alumnos seguir aprendiendo una nueva lengua mientras adquieren valores ambientales. Especialmente, cuando el cuidado del medio ambiente es muy importante hoy en día.
Palabras clave:
Motivación, lengua, juego, medio ambiente.
 
ABSTRACT
Motivation is known as the aspiration to achieve something that you highly desire. In the study of a second language motivation takes an important role because students can feel free, confidence and inspirited to speak and study the language. However, games can also inspire students to study languages and offer the benefit of learning a language while enjoying the process. On the other hand, environment-related games are also quite beneficial to develop an environmental knowledge and environmental values in the students. In that sense, the main objective of this article is to enhancing motivation to language learning through environment-related games in English lessons to support student’s interest and a good attitude to learn a new language. For the conformation of this research, several scientific methods were applied from different levels. The proposal fosters the motivation to the study of a new language through linguistic games related to environmental issues. It allows students to continue learning a new language while they acquired environmental values. Especially, when taking care the environment is quite important nowadays
Keywords:
Motivation, language, game, environment.
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Authors: León-González Dr. C. Jorge Luis
Published: March 2024

Editorial
Dr. C. Jorge Luis León-González
 
Algunas características de las reformas del sistema educativo mexicano y el papel del docente
Alma Griselda Gómez-Ortega, Maritza Librada Cáceres-Mesa
 
Influencia de la Casa del Cuento hacia la Comunidad Reparto Zayas
Claudia Hernández-Santana, Roxana Riverón-Rodríguez
 
La motivación por el aprendizaje de lenguas mediante juegos relacionados con el medioambiente
Julio César La Rosa-Ponce
 
Algunas reflexiones sobre el sistema educativo mexicano durante la pandemia por el COVID-19
Verónica Rocío Castro-García, Maritza Librada Cáceres-Mesa
 
Role-play activities to foster speaking skills in the teaching of English at Cienfuegos University Languages Center
Lázaro Adel Heredia-Gómez
Características clínicas de la infección del tracto urinario en niños hospitalizados en el Hospital Pediátrico Docente de Cienfuegos
Claudia Katerine López-Palmero, Aymahara Gómez-Morejón, María Felicia Casanova-González, Ortelio Chaviano-Mendoza
 
Formación de la competencia psicopedagógica de profesionales para el desarrollo social
Aurora García-Gutiérrez, Emma Medina-Carballosa, Roxanne Mastrapa-García