bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Ecological restoration of historical monuments (With a Focus on the Restoration of Chogha Zanbil)
Authors: Roya Nazari Najafabadi  , Sana Avar  , Mohammad Karimi  , Mahsa Anbari  , Sajjad Naseri
Published: August 2024

Architecture has always been an art wherein one can observe the traces of human desires, goals, and behavioral patterns throughout history. Iran, a land of ancient heritage, is rich in architectural elements, historical spaces, and monuments, which not only hold a powerful presence in the realm of Iranian culture but also serve as a means to revive and expand historical and cultural connections with the past. This research employs a descriptive-analytical approach alongside field observations to address the subject of restoring historical monuments and its significance and necessity for preserving the historical fabric of Iranian architecture. The approach taken in this study is ecological restoration. We aim to illustrate not only the architectural characteristics and features of the unique earthen structure of Chogha Zanbil but also to assess the countless possibilities offered by this ecological method of preserving and maintaining historical structures. The findings indicate that the ecological restoration of the Chogha Zanbil ziggurat, on one hand, preserves the historical-cultural and religious authenticity of the site, and on the other hand, reflects the cultural relationship between the architectural space of the ziggurat and the surrounding environmental elements of these historical monuments.
Enhancing small and medium-sized businesses through digitalization
Authors: Eric Opoku  , Maureen Okafor  , Mosopefoluwa Williams  , Aramide Aribigbola  , Adedeji Olaleye
Published: August 2024

SMEs play an important role in all developed and developing countries contributing highly to employment, new business ideas, and the economy. However, owing to various challenges related to the modern digital environment and various limitations in terms of financial and technical capacities as well as digital literacy, there are numerous challenges that SMEs experience in improving their businesses’ performances through effective use of digital technologies. This research aims to examine the adopted trends of SMEs from Slovenia in the deployment of digital technology, the challenges they encounter, and the support they require in their digital evolution. Reacted firms mainly utilize traditional vehicles such as websites and teamwork platforms for online communication and presence. Nevertheless, utilization of such sophisticated digital tools as blockchain is still quite scarce because they are considered challenging to implement and applicable to a narrow range of industries. Variance analysis identifies differences in digitalization challenges between small, micro, and medium enterprises. Small companies confront greater financial constraints and require tailored support compared to larger SMEs, with a focus on improving employee digital competencies. While digitalization brings benefits like elevated processes and remote working, SMEs still struggle with differentiation and cultural changes. The study emphasizes the need to recognize diverse challenges and support the needs of SMEs based on size. It explores the impact of three forms of digitalization - production/logistics, value chains, and big data analytics on technological innovations in German SMEs. Analysis using Mannheim Innovation Panel data finds the innovation effects of digitalization vary across micro, small, and medium firms. Overall impacts are modest and depend on digitalization form and innovation type. Engagement in internal R&D also moderates innovation effects, with digitalization having no impact on product/process innovations for R&D-performing SMEs but positive impacts for non-R&D firms. The findings offer theoretical and policy implications for stakeholders to design comprehensive strategies addressing different challenges within the dynamic digital transformation landscape and promoting progress, especially for resource-constrained small businesses.
The role of palmitoylation of the insulin receptor in insulin resistance: A hypothesis
Authors: ASV PRASAD
Published: August 2024

Palmitoylation is attachment of a palmitoyl group to the cysteine residues of a protein. The intermediary in this process is Palmitoyl CoA, which is formed during the activation of fatty acids in the beta oxidationn of the palmitic acid, consequent to the shift of the energy metabolism to beta oxidation from glycolysis, in DM2.The insulin receptor has cysteine rich domains in the cytosolic portion of the beta sub unit connected by disulfide bonds. It is hypothesized that the palmitoylation forms a thio-ester bond with cystein residues of the beta sub units of the insulin receptor. Depalmitoylation results in substitution of thiol (-SH) in place of the disulfide (S-S) bonds (S-S), due to the hydrolysis by the thio-esterase enzyme. The disulfide bonds are responsible for formation of the functional tettameric form of the insulin receptor. Consequent to the substitution of the SH group in place of S-S group, during depalmitoylation, the functional specificity of the insulin receptor is lost. This leads to the failure of conformational changes and auto- phoshorylation of the beta sub units when insulin binds to the extra cellular insulin binding receptor domain. Also failure of the cascade of phosphorylation of other signalling proteins occurs. Consequently, the failure of the intra- cellular transduction of the signals results in failure of the translocation of the GLUT 4 transporter to the cell membrane. This results in the hyperglycaemia in spite of hyper insulinemia and mo glucose enters into the cell- a state called insulin resistance in DM 2.
Parental multiple sclerosis, changes in family routine and mental health of young children
Authors: Érika Yánez-Ortiz
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Parental illness generates changes in family dynamics and in the mental health of all family members. Children of parents with chronic illnesses, such as multiple sclerosis face unique challenges, as they are forced to adapt to a new reality where parental illness limits the care and attention capabilities towards them. Methods: a systematic literature review was conducted using the PsycInfo, Scopus and Medline databases, with the equation "multiple sclerosis"; AND "family"; AND "parents"; AND "child parent relations", conducted in September 2022. Results: n = 26 studies were included. Children of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) present more adjustment problems, anxiety disorders and behavioral disturbances than controls. This distress is associated with factors such as parental physical and psychological comorbidity and changes within family roles. The level of risk varies in relation to factors such as support network, sex of the ill parent, time of exposure to the disease and the role of the healthy parent. Lack of access to information and support turns out to be a common complaint of young children. Conclusions: Most of the children living with parental illness present experiences alterations in their mental health and show a higher prevalence of psychological distress; however, this does not occur in all cases. The most predominant protective factors seem to be: parental adherence to treatment, and, above all, access to effective information in accordance with the level of understanding of the different populations involved.
E-commerce on Hardware sales: A case study of Computer technologies Union in Owerri, Nigeria.
Authors: Madumere Chiamaka Queenet  , Chilufya mwape  , Oladejo Babatunde John  , Egenuka Rhoda Ngozi  , Olojo Kafayat  , Ruth Onyekachi Okereke  , Adebesin Adedayo Oluwadamilola  , Onebunne Testimony Chikaodi  , Ganiyu Mariam Aramide  , Zulikif Folawiyo
Published: August 2024

The incorporation of computers into contemporary company operations has significantly altered productivity and communication, essentially making paper-based file systems outdated. The advancement of technology has made it possible to manage data more accurately, streamline procedures, and obtain information more quickly. Better managerial skills are now a trademark of the digital age, allowing companies to accurately and quickly respond to information requests. Innovative business models have also been made possible by the transition to digital technology, especially in the areas of customer engagement and operational management. A more dynamic and responsive business environment has been made possible by the automation of repetitive processes, real-time data analysis, and enhanced communication channels. This has allowed organisations to respond to shifting market conditions with accuracy and agility. A significant advancement in this digital shift is the emergence of e-commerce platforms. These platforms have facilitated a smooth and mutually beneficial relationship between businesses and customers. Online shopping provides customers with an unparalleled level of ease, enabling them to peruse, evaluate, and buy things from the comfort of their own homes. These websites give businesses access to a wider market, an extra source of income, and insightful data analytics on consumer behaviour. By providing easy navigation, safe payment choices, and personalised experiences, the e-commerce model improves client engagement. The transition to e-commerce has increased revenues as well as customer happiness and brand loyalty by offering a convenient and effective purchasing experience. For Computer Technologies Union (CTU) in Owerri, the project's goal was to create an e-commerce website that would improve customer interaction and business operations in response to current trends. To enable simple online purchases, the website was built with a feature-rich catalogue of store merchandise and an intuitive shopping cart. The system was designed to be reliable, scalable, and effective by utilising a three-tier design. Although the middle layer, which used PHP, handled business logic with ease, the backend MySQL database ensured dependable data management. Shopping was simple and easy with the client interface, which could be accessed via a web browser. The speed and precision of service delivery at CTU Owerri were greatly enhanced by the new system after it was fully implemented. While the firm benefited from increased operational efficiency and the ability to better meet customer expectations, customers had a convenient and pleasurable shopping experience. In addition to modernising CTU Owerri's operations, this calculated decision gave it a competitive edge in the online market.
Emergency Medicine
Authors: Maria I. Dalamagka
Published: August 2024

Emergency defines the potential provision of rapid and effective Medical Nursing Care, in situations where life is threatened. Emergency medicine is defined as the branch of Medicine that operates within an organized EMS. Emergency Medicine System (EMS) is defined as the organized set of provision of immediate pre-hospital, in-hospital and inter-hospital care. Objectives of Emergency Medicine are the provision of an integrated system of pre-hospital, in-hospital and inter-hospital emergency care; improving the quality of emergency medical care; reduction of mortality, morbidity and disability related to injury and sudden illness. Collection of epidemiological data related to accident prevention and health promotion.
Physical exercise in reduction anxiety in post-pandemic children
Authors: YURI DIAS BITTENCOURT NASCIMENTO  , MARIA GISELE DOS SANTOS
Published: August 2024

Regular exercise can help children cope with anxiety, especially during difficult times like the post-COVID-19 pandemic. Physical exercise promotes children's emotional well-being and helps reduce anxiety symptoms because of its physiological benefits, such as reducing cortisol and releasing endorphins, as well as psychological benefits, such as improving mood and self-esteem. In addition, the results show that cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying and correcting negative thought patterns, also works to treat childhood anxiety. Using techniques such as mindfulness, which teaches children to focus on the present moment, and resilience, which strengthens the ability to cope with adverse situations, can help children reduce symptoms of anxiety and improve their physical and mental health. Running, jumping rope, dancing, ball games, yoga, and other physical activities are all good options for children because they encourage them to be creative, work together, and communicate socially.
A comparative study of Appendicitis inflammatory response (AIR) score with Alvarado score in diagnosis of acute appendicitis at KCMC Hospital
Authors: Kishe AS  , Chilonga KS  , Msuya D  , Herman A  , Mboya M  , Shilanaiman HN  , Babu H  , Chugulu S
Published: August 2024

Background: Acute appendicitis is an acute inflammation of the appendix, most resulted from obstruction of the lumen of the appendix. It is one of the most common causes of acute abdomen. Although a very common and long-known phenomenon, appendicitis remains a diagnostic challenge for most surgeons. Objective: To compare the validity of Appendicitis Inflammatory Response Score with Alvarado score in diagnosis of acute appendicitis at KCMC Hospital. Methods: A prospective hospital based cross sectional study done over a period of six months (September 2016 to March 2017). Patients were admitted to general surgical ward after the diagnosis of acute appendicitis reached and all parameters included in the AIR score and Alvarado score were prospectively recorded on patients presenting symptoms of acute appendicitis. All removed appendix specimens were sent for histopathological examination. Data was entered and analyzed using statistical package of social sciences version 20. Results: A total of 35 patients enrolled in this study, 57% male, male to female ratio 1.3:1, mean age of 27(14-49) years. 31 patients confirmed histologicaly to have features of acute appendicitis, among these inflamed appendicitis were 51.6%. And advanced appendicitis 48.4% and negative appendicectomy rate was 11.4%. The sensitivity and specificity of both AIR and Alvarado score were 54.4%, 77.4% and 75%, 75%. PPV and NPV were 94.4%, 96% and 17.6%, 30% respectively. Conclusion: From our study we have seen Alvarado score is a better assessment tool that is accurate helping in diagnosis of acute appendicitis. Its high sensitivity and ROC is greater than that of the AIR score. We conclude that AS has outperform AIR score in accuracy in diagnosis of AA.
Development of formulation and evaluation of topical micro emulsion gel loaded with terbinafine HCL micro emulsion
Authors: N Ranjith Kumar  , Shoaeb Mohammad Syed  , T Sowmya
Published: August 2024

Fungal infections, particularly in immunocompromised patients, present significant health challenges and are often difficult to treat with conventional topical therapies due to bioavailability issues. This study explores the development of a topical gel formulation using solid lipid nanoparticles (SLNs) loaded with Terbinafine, an antifungal agent, to improve drug delivery and efficacy. SLNs were prepared by a solvent diffusion method and optimized with stearic acid and poloxamer 188. The formulation with the highest entrapment efficiency (SLN F6) exhibited 92.13% ± 0.975. The optimized SLN formulation was incorporated into a gel base containing carbopol 934, resulting in SLN gel G3 with 1.5% carbopol showing the highest drug entrapment (91.39% ± 0.187). The gel was evaluated for physicochemical properties, including viscosity (369 cP), pH (6.12 ± 0.255), and spreadability (4.5). In vitro release studies indicated controlled drug release, fitting best with the Higuchi and Korsmeyer-Peppas models. FTIR analysis confirmed no significant interactions between the drug and excipients, supporting the formulation's purity and effectiveness. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) confirmed the spherical shape and smooth surface of the nanoparticles. This study demonstrates that Terbinafine-loaded SLNs in a topical gel formulation provide a promising approach for sustained drug delivery in treating fungal infections.
The Relationship Between Dietary Fiber Consumption Patterns and Physical Activity with the Incidence of Hemorrhoids
Authors: Gustomi Mono Pratiko , Mahmudah Rifaatul
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study was to explain the relationship between fiber food consumption patterns and physical activity with hemorrhoidal events. This study used a retrospective correlational analytic study design. The population in this study were patients with signs and symptoms of hemorrhoids in the General Surgery Specialist Poly of Petrokimia Gresik Hospital as many as 89 respondents, with sampling using purposive sampling and 72 respondents were obtained. Data analysis using the Chi-square test. Data collection using a fiber food consumption pattern questionnaire, a physical activity questionnaire, and the results of the diagnosis of the General Surgeon Specialist in the respondent's Medical Record. The results of statistical analysis with the Chi-square test with a significance level of alpha <0.05 obtained a p-value of 0.001 and 0.000, which means that there is a relationship between fiber food consumption patterns and physical activity with hemorrhoidal incidence. Insufficient fiber food consumption patterns cause feces to settle longer in the rectum so that the consistency of feces will become harder. This condition stimulates a straining reflex to appear during defecation, causing hemorrhoids. Meanwhile, a pattern of physical activity that is lacking causes continuous and repeated pressure on the lower part of the digestive tract, causing vascularization to be less than optimal and causing hemorrhoids. This study is expected to be a reference for hospitals to be able to add educational media and health promotion as an effort to prevent hemorrhoidal incidence in the community and prevent recurrence in patients who have undergone hemorrhoid treatment.
Perilaku Kewargaan Organisasi (OCB): Perspektif Keadilan Prosedural
Authors: Nijwah Izzah Sarirotun , Septanti Annisya Lutfi
Published: August 2024

This study aims to draw conclusive findings and provide a detailed overview of the investigated phenomenon using data collected at a single point in time. The survey was conducted through the distribution of questionnaires among employees working at a manufacturing company in Jepara Regency. The sampling technique used was stratified random sampling based on employee positions to ensure that all employee groups were represented, with a sample size of 108 respondents. The authors ensured that responses from each employee position had equal representation in the analysis. The coded data were then imported into SmartPLS 3 software for comprehensive analysis. The analysis results show that there is a positive and significant relationship between procedural justice and employee job satisfaction. Additionally, employee job satisfaction has a significant positive impact on organizational citizenship behavior (OCB). Mediation analysis revealed that job satisfaction fully mediates the relationship between procedural justice and OCB, where the direct path between procedural justice and OCB becomes insignificant when job satisfaction is included as a mediator. The managerial implications of these findings are that companies should focus on improving employee job satisfaction through effective implementation of procedural justice to encourage OCB. From an academic contribution perspective, this study enhances the understanding of the mediating role of job satisfaction in the relationship between procedural justice and OCB, and supports previous research highlighting the importance of organizational justice in enhancing job satisfaction.
Descriptive Text Writing in the Perspective of Surface Strategy Taxonomy
Authors: Maharani Mega Mulianing , Nugroho Alfian Agung , Widiyati Elok , Hidayati Nani
Published: August 2024

The purpose of the study was to figure out the types of errors in the perspective of surface strategy taxonomy found in students’ descriptive writing. This study employed qualitative research. The population of the study was the tenth graders of SMA Islam Sultan Agung 1 Semarang. The sample of the study was 38 students of the tenth graders of X-IPS 1. They were given a descriptive text writing test. The result of the test were analyzed by using Surface Strategy Taxonomy. It classified the errors into four categories: omission, addition, misinformation, and misordering. The result of the study showed that the total errors were 91 errors. The errors consisted of omission with 38 errors (41.76%), misinformation with 33 errors (36.27%), addition with 14 errors (15.38%), and misordering with 6 errors (6.59%). From the data above, it can be concluded that omission was the most common error made by the students.
Relationship between Nasal Congestion and Quality of Life of Allergic Rhinitis Patients
Authors: Lutfiyani Ida Zulfa , Sardjana Andriana Tjitria Widi Wardani , Tjahyadewi Shelly , Masfiyah Masfiyah , Rahayu Rahayu
Published: August 2024

Nasal congestion is the most common complaint complained of by allergic rhinitis sufferers. Symptoms of nasal congestion in allergic rhinitis can affect a person's quality of life, resulting in decreased work productivity, academic and social success. Based on previous research, the prevalence of allergic rhinitis is 10 to 30% of the world population, where nasal congestion is the most frequently reported symptom with a prevalence of 60%. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between nasal congestion and the quality of life of allergic rhinitis sufferers among FK Unissula students. This research is an analytical research with a cross sectional design with sample criteria of Unissula Medical Faculty students Class of 2022 and 2021 who suffer from allergic rhinitis and meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The inclusion criteria in this research were students of FK Unissula Class of 2022 and 2021 and were willing to be research subjects. The exclusion criteria in this study were students with anatomical nasal abnormalities and those experiencing chronic rhinosinusitis with or without nasal polyps, deviated septum, adenoid hypertrophy, and neoplasms. There were 50 respondents from FK Unissula students who suffered from allergic rhinitis. It was found that 31 (62%) students had a blocked nose and 19 (38%) students did not experience a blocked nose. The research results showed that the majority of students experienced mild nasal congestion and the quality of life for the majority of students was good. The results of the analysis of the relationship between nasal congestion and the quality of life of allergic rhinitis sufferers using the Spearman test obtained p 0.048 with a correlation coefficient of 0.281. The results of the analysis above showed that there was a significant relationship between nasal congestion and the quality of life of allergic rhinitis sufferers.
“Food for Thought”: Improving Cognition in People With Schizophrenia
Authors: Wykes Til
Published: August 2024

Objective We have known that cognitive difficulties are related to functional outcomes in schizophrenia for many years. However, we have only paid attention to potential treatments relatively recently, so implementation has been slow.Methods This is a narrative review describing the development of cognitive remediation treatments to improve cognitive skills and their effects on functioning. It also reviews the types of cognitive remediation with some evidence on their effects.Results Models of treatment have now been clarified and have led to a landmark paper by cognitive remediation experts around the world on the ingredients of cognitive remediation to produce the most benefit. This expert judgement on good clinical practice was justified by a large meta-analysis that supported the extra benefit of the four ingredients: an active therapist, massed practice of cognitive skills, the teaching of cognitive strategies and additional rehabilitation to transfer skills to real life.Conclusion Although there is evidence of efficacy and of the beneficial therapy ingredients there is little implementation of cognitive remediation, so the establishment of cognitive remediation into mental health services needs an implementation pathway.
Characteristics of Sleep Disturbance and Comparison Across Three Waves of the COVID-19 Pandemic Among Healthcare Workers
Authors: Li Dian-Jeng , Huang Joh-Jong , Hsu Su-Ting , Hsieh Kuan-Ying , Lin Guei-Ging , Wu Pei-Jhen , Liu Chin-Lien , Wu Hui-Ching , Chou Frank Huang-Chih
Published: August 2024

Objective Healthcare workers (HCWs) suffered from a heavy mental health burden during the coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. We aimed to explore the differences in sleep disturbance in three waves of the COVID-19 pandemic in Taiwan among HCWs. Moreover, factors associated with sleep disturbances in the third wave were investigated.Methods This study, with three waves of cross-sectional surveys, recruited first-line and second-line HCWs. The level of sleep disturbance and related demographic variables were collected through self-report questionnaires. Differences in sleep disturbance across the three waves were compared with analysis of variance. Factors associated with the level of sleep disturbance were identified using univariate linear regression and further used for multivariate stepwise and bootstrap linear regression to identify the independent predictors.Results In total, 711, 560, and 747 HCWs were included in the first, second, and third waves, respectively. For first-line HCWs, sleep disturbance was significantly higher in the third wave than in the first wave. The level of sleep disturbance gradually increased across the three waves for all HCWs. In addition, sleep disturbance was associated with depression, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, anxiety about COVID-19, vaccine mistrust, and poorer physical and mental health among first-line HCWs. Among second-line HCWs, sleep disturbance was associated with younger age, depression, PTSD symptoms, lower preference for natural immunity, and poorer physical health.Conclusion The current study identified an increase in sleep disturbance and several predictors among HCWs. Further investigation is warranted to extend the application and generalizability of the current study.
Comparison of Thermal and Mechanical Pain Testing Modalities in Sprague Dawley and Fischer 344 Rats (Rattus norvegicus)
Authors: McNew James F , Davis Daniel J , Grimsrud Kristin N , Bryda Elizabeth C
Published: August 2024

While rodents are used extensively for studying pain, there is a lack of reported direct comparisons of thermal and mechanical pain testing methods in rats of different genetic backgrounds. Understanding the range of interindividual variability of withdrawal thresholds and thermal latencies based on these testing methods and/or genetic background is important for appropriate experimental design. Testing was performed in two common rat genetic backgrounds: outbred Sprague–Dawley (SD) and inbred Fischer 344 (F344). Male and female, 10- to 14-wk-old F344 and SD rats were used to assess withdrawal thresholds in 3 different modalities: the Randall-Selitto test (RST), Hargreaves test (HT), and tail flick test (TFT). The RST was performed by using an operator-controlled handheld instrument to generate a noxious pressure stimulus to the left hind paw. The HT and the TFT used an electronically controlled light source to deliver a noxious thermal stimulus to the left hind paw or tail tip, respectively. Rats of each sex and genetic background underwent one type of test on day 0 and day 7. Withdrawal thresholds and thermal latencies were compared among tests. No significant differences were observed. Our findings can serve as a guide for researchers considering these nociceptive tests for their experiments.
PENGARUH KUALITAS LAYANAN DAN FITUR PRODUK BSI MOBILE TERHADAP KEPUASAN NASABAH BANK SYARIAH INDONESIA DI KAB. BONE
Authors: Pusfita Arwini Lusya
Published: August 2024

Penelitian in memiliki tujuani untuk mengevaluasi dampak kualitas layanan dan fitur produk BSI Mobile terhadap kepuasan nasabah Bank Syariah Indonesia di Kabupaten Bone. Penelitian ini menerapkan metode asosiatif kausal, yakni suatu pendekatan yang menyelidiki keterkaitan antar variabel serta menguji hipotesis yang telah dirancang. Penelitian ini menggunakan data primer yang didapakan dari penyebaran kuesioner. Data primer merupakan data yang diperoleh langsung oleh peneliti dari sumbernya yang dikumpulkan lansung dari sumbernya oleh peneliti yang sifatnya up to date. Penelitian ini menyajikan gambaran Profil, Visi-Misi dan Produk Layanan KC Bank Syariah Indonesia Bone. Penelitian ini menerapkan beberapa uji statistik, seperti : “Uji validitas, Uji reliabilitas, Analisis deskriptip responden, Statistik deskriptip, Uji asumsi klasik, Uji multikolinieritas, Uji heteroskedastislitas, Analisisregresi linier berganda, Hasil pengujian hipotesis: Uji t dan Uji f serta yang terakhir yaitu Koefisien determinasi”. Penelitian kuantitatif merupakan metode utama penemelitian ini, dengan mengambil sampel sebanyak 100 responden dari Kabupaten Bone, kemudian dianalisis dengan regresi linier berganda. Hasil analisis data menunjukkan bahwa kualitas layanan dan fitur produk BSI Mobile secara bersama-sama memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap kepuasan nasabah Bank Syariah Indonesia di Kabupaten Bone
ANALISIS PENYAJIAN DAN PENGUNGKAPAN DANA NON HALAL PADA BAZNAS KABUPATEN BONE
Authors: YUSNI RESTI
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penyajian dan pengungkapan dana non halal di Baznas Kabupaten Bone. Penelitian ini bersifat deskriftif Kualitatif. Lokasi penelitian bertempat di kantor Badan Amil Nasional (BAZNAS) Kabupaten Bone, Sulawesi Selatan. Sumber data yang diambil adalah data primer dan sekunder. Adapun teknik pengumpulan data yang dipakai peneliti adalah observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan dalam menganalisis data, peneliti menggunakan beberapa tahapan meliputi, reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa secara umum, penyajian dan pengungkapan dana non halal pada Baznas Kabupaten Bone telah sesuai dengan PSAK 109. Baznas Kabupaten Bone perlu menjaga prinsip bahwa penerimaan non halal pada umumnya terjadi dalam kondisi darurat atau kondisi yang tidak diinginkan oleh entitas syariah karena secara prinsip dilarang sehingga penyaluran atau penggunaan dana non halal harus mengikuti aturan yang ada. Penerimaan non halal yang berasal dari penerimaan bunga bank, jasa giro (bank konvensional), dan atau dana non syariah lainnya yang harus benar-benar dipisahkan dari dana zakat, dana infak/sedekah dan dana amil. Penggunaan dana non halal perlu dipisahkan dari pengeluaran beban operasional Baznas Kabupaten Bone dan harus disalurkan untuk kegiatan membantu pembangunan fasilitas umum. Dalam penyajian dan pengungkapan dana non halal pada Baznas Kabupaten Bone diharapkan tetap transparan dan akuntabel, sehingga akan menjaga dan meningkatkan kepercayaan masyarakat terhadap Baznas Kabupaten Bone sebagai lembaga pengelola zakat. Kata Kunci : Penyajian, Pengungkapan, Dana Non Halal, PSAK No. 109.
Tri Pusat Pendidikan Sebagai lembaga Pengembangan Teori Pembelajaran
Authors: Amin Misbahuddin
Published: August 2024

The Tricenter of Education is three educational centers that gradually and integrally carry out an educational responsibility for children. The three education centers in question include education in the family environment, education in the school environment and education in the community environment. The three persons in charge of education are required to cooperate with each other comprehensively. The family environment, which is the first environment and is considered as the foundation of children's education, which is also the beginning of the education that will be pursued next, also plays a very important role in the formation of personality. The school environment is the second environment faced by children. Education in the school environment has a basis, objectives, content, methods and other requirements that are systematically arranged in the form of a curriculum. Therefore, schools are considered as laying the foundation of scientific knowledge. Meanwhile, in the community environment, children will realize a number of educational and teaching theories that have been taught in educational institutions before. Because after all, children will actualize and involve themselves in the community environment.
Pemanfaatan Aplikasi Powtoon sebagai Media Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Mariani Selvi , Ramadan Syahru
Published: August 2024

Powtoon merupakan aplikasi presentasi daring yang dilengkapi dengan fasilitas animasi kartun yang menarik. Powtoon dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai media pembelajaran di sekolah, termasuk di sekolah dasar. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu memaparkan manfaat-manfaat aplikasi powtoon sebagai media pembelajaran bahasa Indonesia di sekolah dasar. Jenis penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan metode library research. Dari hasil penelitian ini ditemukan beberapa manfaat aplikasi powtoon sebagai media pembelajaran bahasa Indonesia di sekolah dasar, antara lain: (1) dapat membantu siswa dalam memahami materi pembelajaran dengan baik; (2) dapat merangsang ide siswa dalam memproduksi tulisan; (3) dapat membantu guru menyisipkan konten lokal pada materi pembelajaran; (4) dapat dimanfaatkan secara berulang-ulang; dan (5) dapat digunakan kapan dan di mana saja. Hasil penelitian ini diharapkan menjadi masukan bagi para guru bahasa Indonesia dan guru lainnya di sekolah dasar untuk memanfaatkan aplikasi powtoon sebagai media pembelajaran di sekolah.
Analisis Epistemologi Islam Liberal Dalam Konteks Malaysia Menurut Ahli Sunnah Wal Jama‘Ah
Authors:   UniversitiTun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Mohd Khalid Halimi , Wahab Muhammad Rashidi ,   Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Ahmad Shakila ,   UniversitiTun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Abdul Khalim Mutapahayuddin ,   UniversitiTun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: August 2024

Liberalisme adalah sebuah ideologi moden yang menjadi pegangan, falsafah hidup dan gerakan di Barat yang mengutamakan kebebasan mutlak sebagai matlamat utama kehidupan. Atas beberapa faktor, liberalisme dan lain-lain ideologi moden berkembang masuk ke dalam dunia Islam. Rentetan itu, kemunculan fahaman Islam Liberal menyebabkan umat Islam terpaksa berhadapan dengan ancaman pemikiran yang dahsyat sehingga boleh membawa kerosakan kepada akidah. Masalah ini turut berlaku di Malaysia apabila terdapat sebilangan umat Islam yang mula terpegaruh dengan fahaman Islam Liberal telah membawa pelbagai isu dalam usaha memperjuangkan agenda liberalisme. Justeru, berdasarkan metode analisis kandungan dokumen, artikel ini membahaskan epistemologi Islam Liberal dalam konteks di Malaysia yang menjadi asas kepada pemikiran dan perjuangan mereka. Bagi mendapatkan kefahaman yang lebih menyeluruh, artikel turut menyoroti konsep serta sejarah liberalisme dalam dunia Barat. Hasil penelitian mendapati bahawa epistemologi Islam Liberal adalah berasaskan kepada akal yang bebas semata-mata sebagai sumber ilmu. Pegangan ini menjadikan golongan Muslim Liberal mengemukakan pelbagai pemikiran dan tindakan yang menyeleweng dari agama Islam berteraskan Ahli Sunnah wal Jama‘ah, kerana mengetepikan sumber ilmu utama daripada al-Quran dan hadis serta huraiannya daripada para ulama. Oleh itu, semua pihak perlu berganding bahu dalam mendepani ancaman Islam Liberal di Malaysia pada masa kini supaya akidah umat Islam terus terpelihara
Sihir sebagai Keganasan Tersembunyi: Analisis Berdasarkan Pandangan Mangsa Gangguan Sihir
Authors:   Universiti Sains Malaysia, Mat  Akhir Noor  Shakirah , Mustaffa Nurul  Hidayawatie ,   Universiti Sains Malaysia, Ibrahim Norshabiha ,   Universiti Sains Malaysia
Published: August 2024

Sihir adalah perbuatan atau kejadian luar biasa yang dilakukan oleh manusia secara tersembunyi yang melibatkan perantaraan makhluk halus. Para sarjana tempatan begitu giat mengkaji tentang sihir termasuk membincangkan pelbagai kaedah untuk merawatnya. Perasaan hasad dengki, kegusaran, permusuhan serta cinta tak berbalas menjadi punca berlakunya sihir. Kepercayaan kepada makhluk halus turut menyumbang kepada perlakuan ini. Secara jelas, sihir adalah perbuatan yang menyalahi akidah dan ditegah dalam Islam. Sihir termasuk dalam kategori dosa besar yang tidak diampunkan dan pengamalnya dianggap jatuh syirik kepada Allah. Kajian ini merupakan kajian kualitatif yang menggabungkan kaedah analisis kandungan (content analysis) dan kajian lapangan. Kajian ini bertujuan mengenal pasti sihir sebagai keganasan tersembunyi dalam kalangan masyarakat tempatan. Empat orang responden telah dipilih secara bertujuan untuk menjalani soal selidik dan kaedah temu bual separa berstruktur. Soal selidik dijalankan bagi mendapatkan maklumat latar belakang responden. Sebelas tema kajian berkaitan sihir dimuatkan dalam soalan temu bual. Data kajian dianalisis menurut kaedah kualitatif serta menggunakan perisian Atlas.ti. Kajian mendapati sihir merupakan sejenis keganasan tersembunyi berdasarkan pendedahan responden dalam empat daripada sebelas tema yang dikaji. Hal ini menunjukkan amalan sihir sememangnya wujud dalam kalangan masyarakat tempatan dan masyarakat perlu dididik agar tidak melakukan dan meneruskan amalan ini sekaligus membendung amalan ini dari berleluasa.
Pembentukan Kontinum Pemikiran Visual Pelajar Menerusi Visualisasi Hibrid Pembelajaran Servis (V-HIPS)
Authors:   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Abd Majid Umi Mastura , Atan Noor Azean ,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Mohd Yusof Sanitah ,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Published: August 2024

Pembelajaran Rangkaian Komputer memerlukan pemikiran logik pelajar serta gambaran jelas implimentasinya dalam keadaan sebenar. Kekurangan aktiviti pembelajaran untuk mempraktiskan teori kepada praktikal sebenar menyebabkan pelajar kurang mampu untuk menggambarkan konsep yang dipelajari kepada situasi sebenar. Maka dalam pembelajaran Rangkaian Komputer perlu memvisualkan konsep pembelajaran kepada keadaan realiti seperti perlaksanaan aktiviti Pembelajaran Servis (PS). Namun dalam situasi endemik pasca covid-19 kini, pelaksanaan aktiviti Pembelajaran Servis ini tidak dapat dilaksanakan sepenuhnya secara bersemuka. Justeru pengintegrasian PS menerusi medium teknologi secara bersama adalah diperlukan dan bersesuaian dengan pelajar merupakan digital natif masa kini. Oleh demikian, pembelajaran servis berbentuk hibrid yang menggunakan bersama medium teknologi merupakan rekabentuk instruksi memberi peluang kepada pelajar untuk mengaplikasi pengetahuan teoritikal kepada praktikal dalam keadaan sebenar. Justeru kajian ini telah mereka bentuk aktiviti pembelajaran Rangkaian Komputer dengan bahan bervisual menerusi laman web hibrid pembelajaran servis dalam menyokong kontinum pemikiran visualisasi pelajar. Seterusnya kesan aktiviti pembelajaran Rangkaian Komputer terhadap aras kontinum pemikiran visualisasi pelajar serta tahap kemahiran generik dikenalpasti bersama persepsi terhadap hibrid pembelajaran servis. Berdasarkan reka bentuk kajian kuasi-eksperimental, seramai 27 pelajar telah terlibat selama 15 minggu kajian ini. Data kajian di analisis melalui analisis deskriptif dan inferensi statistikal menggunakan perisian SPSS. Melalui ujian ANOVA-sehala dalam mendapatkan aras kontinum pemikiran visualisasi pelajar, menunjukan tiada perbezaan signifikan (p>0.05) antara elemen pemikiran visual, pembelajaran visual dan komunikasi visual. Namun berdasarkan min bagi setiap elemen ini menunjukan terdapat perbezaan aras pemikiran visualisasi pelajar iaitu mengalami peningkatan diantara aktiviti-pra dan aktiviti-pos. Manakala bagi tahap kemahiran generik melalui ujian ANOVA-sehala bagi fasa sebelum-PS, semasa-PS dan selepas-PS memaparkan terdapat perbezaan yang signifikan (p<0.05) iaitu tahap penguasaan kemahiran generik pelajar meningkat dan memaparkan perubahan antara setiap fasa. Persepsi pelajar pula mendapati maklum balas yang positif terhadap hibrid pembelajaran servis yang dilaksanakan. Keseluruhannya mendapati pengintegrasian hibrid pembelajaran servis bervisual dalam pembelajaran Rangkaian Komputer menyokong kepada peningkatan aras kontinum pemikiran visualisasi dan tahap kemahiran generik pelajar.
Harmonisasi Hubungan Individu Masyarakat dan Institusi (Studi Kasus di pondok Pesantren Al-Fitriyyah Salafiyyah)
Authors:   UIN KHAS JEMBER, Adi Depict Pristine , Laili Miftahul ,   UIN KHAS JEMBER
Published: August 2024

Pesantren adalah tempat di mana para santri belajar dan sebagai lembaga pendidikan di dalamnya mereka mempelajari agama. Mereka juga mempelajari agama secara mendalam seperti kitab kuning yang berisi pelajaran fikih, nahwu, dan ilmu agama lainnya. Karakteristik hubungan individu adalah salah satu aspek penting dalam fungsi manajemen sumber daya manusia. Karakteristik hubungan individu ini merupakan komponen dalam pengembangan individu itu sendiri di sebuah institusi atau masyarakat. Menurut Allport, individu adalah organisasi yang terdapat dalam diri individu, sebagai sistem psikologis yang khas dalam menyesuaikan diri dengan lingkungannya. Keberadaan pondok pesantren Al-Fitriyyah Salafiyyah menjadi salah satu contoh implementasi hubungan individu masyarakat dan institusi. Tujuan dari karya ini adalah untuk menggambarkan hubungan individu masyarakat dan institusi di kalangan santri. Teknik yang digunakan adalah pengumpulan data dan wawancara. Dalam berbagai tahapan di atas, dapat disimpulkan bahwa adanya hubungan individu masyarakat dan institusi memberikan dampak positif bagi santri serta perkembangan pondok pesantren.
Tahap Kepuasan Pelajar UTHM Pagoh Terhadap Makanan yang dijual di Kafeteria
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Kirin Arwansyah , Mustapha Ahmad  Sharifuddin ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Abdul  Rahim Mohd Hisyam ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Ahmad Shakila ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Syed Abu Bakar Sharifah  Khadijah ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Sahimi Mohd Shafiq ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: August 2024

Kajian ini bertujuan menilai tahap kepuasan pelajar terhadap perkhidamatan makana di kafetaria UTHM Pagoh. Aspek perkhidmatan makanan kafetaria yang dikaji adalah dari segi kebersihan makanan dan harga serta kualiti makanan. Seramai 100 orang pelajar yang dipilih sebagai responden dalam kajian ini. Data diperolehi dengan mengedarkan satu set soal selidik melalui Google form dan dianalisis secara deskriptif.Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa tahap kepuasan pelajar terhadap perkhidmatan makanan di kafetaria daripada dua aspek di atas berada pada tahap sederhana rendah. Melalui dapatan kajian dan beberapa cadangan penambah baikan daripada penyelidik dapat membantu pihak pengusaha kafetaria untuk membuat penambah baikan dalam meningkatkan tahap kepuasan pelajar terhadap kafetaria.
Competitive Strategies for Enhancing Soft Skills in Higher Education: Lessons from a Global Pandemic
Authors:   Universiti Teknologi MARA, Zawawi Azlyn Ahmad , Mazlan Altamies Irfan ,   Universiti Teknologi MARA, Mustafa Kamal Nur Mastura ,   Universiti Teknologi MARA
Published: August 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the labor market, increasing the importance of soft employability skills. Higher education institutions have had to adapt to produce graduates with the necessary competencies, especially in the shift towards remote work and virtual communication. This paper investigates the factors that influence the enhancement of soft skills among undergraduate students in a selected university in South Malaysia. 121 students participated in the study using a purposive sampling method and an online questionnaire as the data collection tool. The findings suggest a positive relationship between students' awareness and the enhancement of soft skills, as well as significant relationships between university support, teaching methods, and soft skills enhancement. The study highlights the importance of early exposure to soft skills for better interpersonal relationships, effective decision-making, improved communication skills, and positive professional development. Therefore, universities need to emphasize developing students' soft skills through comprehensive approaches that incorporate soft skills into the curriculum.
Gangguan Seksual: Kepentingan Kesedaran Mengenai Gangguan Seksual dalam Kalangan Pelajar
Authors:   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Hamzah Shahidah , Hamzah Shahidah ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Walsh Daeyrell ,   Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia
Published: August 2024

Gangguan seksual merupakan perlakuan berbaur seks yang dilakukan terhadap individu lain sama ada berbentuk lisan, gurauan, bahasa, kritikan-kritikan fizikal atau emosi. Gangguan seksual ini boleh menyebabkan keharmonian diri mangsa tergugat dan meletakkan mangsa dalam keadaan yang tidak selesa ataupun takut. Kes gangguan seksual semakin berleluasa kerana telah menembusi sekolah dan pusat pengajian tinggi yang selama ini dianggap pusat untuk menimba ilmu. Hal ini sangat merisaukan semua pihak terutamanya ibu bapa kerana anak diibaratkan harta karun yang bakal membawa kemajuan untuk keluarga. Metodoloji kajian menggunakan kaedah pembacaan melalui journal, buku dan artikel. Objektif kajian adalah untuk meneroka sejauh mana kesedaran mengenai gangguan seksual dapat membantu pelajar. Selain itu, pelajar juga bakal didedah dengan bentuk-bentuk gangguan seksual, Tindakan-tindakan yang boleh dilakukan oleh pelajar terhadap gangguan seksual dan kesan-kesan negative gangguan seksual yang bakal menimpa pelajar. Kajian ini diharapkan dapat membantu pelajar untuk menggelakkan diri daripada menjadi mangsa gangguan seksual. Secara tidak langsung, kajian ini juga dapat mengurangkan kes gangguan seksual dalam kalangan pelajar.