bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Prediction of the popularity of artificial intelligence short videos based on MFMA
Authors: Ha Jinbing , Gao Yamei
Published: October 2024

In this paper, a short video popularity prediction model MFMA is designed based on Multilayer Perceptron (MLP) and artificial intelligence, and the popularity prediction in saturation is modeled as a regression problem. Through multimodal fusion, the four video attributes of visual, auditory, text, and social features are compressed as the input of the network to the greatest extent. Using nMSE and SRC as evaluation indicators, compared with other classical regression algorithms and evaluating the impact of different modal deletions on the performance of the model under the assumption of conditional independence, a large number of experiments on the real dataset of Douyin show that the MFMA model has the best prediction effect and is robust to internal noise and external uncertainty, among which the social mode has the most significant impact on the model performance.
GENERAL CLINICAL AND CYTOLOGICAL METHODS FOR STUDYING THE URINARY SYSTEM ORGANS
Authors: Tsymbala O.P.
Published: October 2024

The lecture covers general clinical and cytological methods for urine analysis, specifically the determination of its physical properties, chemical analysis for the presence of protein, glucose, ketone bodies, and pigments, which allow for the assessment of kidney function, urinary system condition, and metabolic disorders. It also includes microscopic analysis of sediment to identify cellular elements, casts, and salts, aiding in the diagnosis of infectious and inflammatory processes in the kidneys and urinary system. Methods for qualitative and quantitative examination of urine sediment are discussed for diagnosing renal function disturbances, urinary system issues, as well as metabolic and systemic diseases. The lecture emphasizes the importance of these studies in clinical practice for detecting various pathological conditions and monitoring patient treatment.
Nutritional Composition and Phytochemical Analysis of Ragi Microgreens
Authors: Amrita Chakraborty , Sangeeta Pandey
Published: October 2024

Ragi (elusine coracana) is one of the staple pseudocereal well known for his multitude of beneficial roles in promoting health and general wellbeing. Though it is one of the common millets and majorly consumed in south and north part of India, nutritional potential of ragi microgreens is yet to be explored. Considering other established microgreen’s nutritional significance, possible health implications, antioxidant properties and erythropoietic activity, present study was undertaken to estimate nutritional composition, qualitative phytochemical analysis, and quantification of bioactive ingredients of lyophilized ragi microgreens. Since lyophilisation is considered superior technique in preserving heat labile compounds, compared to other dehydration methods, it was used as the preferred sample for present study. Nutrient composition of ragi microgreens was found to be impressive with a protein content of 13.3 gm percent, crude fibre content 8 gm percent, iron mg percent vitamin C 112 mg percent and calcium are 91 gm percent. Preliminary phytochemical screening revealed presence of terpenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, and sterols. Total chlorophyll estimation indicated that total chlorophyll content of lyophilized ragi microgreen is 623 mg/100 gm.
Comparative Study of the Chemical Characterisation of Bioactive Compounds in Different Fractions of Ethanol Extract of Amaranthus Spinosus Leaves
Authors: Chibuzor Okechukwu Okeke , Ikenna Elvis Nnaoma
Published: October 2024

In the evolution of pharmaceutical research, and to discover novel drugs, as well as therapeutic agents the exploration of plant-derived secondary metabolites offers a promising avenue. The current investigation has identified several phytochemicals in the various fractions of the sample being studied. Comparative study on the fractions showed certain phytocompounds were soluble in the solvents of fractionation. Compounds such as n-Hexadecenoic acid, Phthalic anhydride, Dodecanoic acid had affinity for both solvents, however, in varying concentrations as they were more abundant in the n-Hexane fraction. The result of the GCMS showed the presence of 12 compounds in the n-Hexane fraction, with the most abundant being cis-Vaccenic acid (40.39 %), n-Hexadecanoic acid (13.21 %), 9,12-Octadecadienoic acid (Z, Z)- (11.52 %), Octadecanoic acid (10.33 %), and Linoelaidic acid (9.84 %), which are reported to exhibit various biological activities. The FTIR analysis of this fraction further revealed functional groups such as Alcohol, Carboxylic acid, Alkene, Alkane, Aldehyde, Carbon dioxide, Nitrile, Allene, conjugated alkene, phenol, and Alkyl & Aryl Halides. GC-MS result of chloroform fraction further revealed the presence of 13 phytochemical compounds, of which the abundant phytochemical compounds are Linoelaidic acid (32.99 %), Z,Z-10,12-Hexadecadien-1-ol acetate (17.12 %), Nonanoic acid (14.81 %), and Cyclohexene, 4-pentyl-1-(4-propylcyclohexyl)- (12.08 %), while the FT-IR result showed the presence of sixteen (16) peaks, with functional groups such as Alcohols, phenols, thiol, thiocyanate, and δ-lactone. This study therefore infers that the pharmacological potential of the plant may be linked to the presence of the bioactive compounds in it as revealed by this study, however, recommended further study to identify the pharmacological activity of the other compounds with unknown activities, explore more pharmacological activities of the known compounds to solidify the claims on them further, and further carry out toxicity studies on the compounds to ascertain their safety.
The Undesired Impacts of Overtourism in the Island of Crete, Greece
Authors: Vourdoubas John
Published: October 2024

The concept of overtourism has been appeared recently indicating that several popular tourism destinations host too many tourists having harmful impacts on them. The island of Crete, Greece consists of a popular global tourist destination hosting more than five mil. Of tourist every year while their number increases constantly. The undesired environmental, economic and social impacts of overtourism in Crete have been studied. The number of tourists, the number of overnight staying, the average days of staying, the tourism density and the tourism intensity have been evaluated. It has been found that the number of visitors in 2023 were 6,327,366 while they stayed in the island on average 5.43 days. The tourism density has been estimated at 4,120 bed-nights/km2 while the tourism intensity at 55.63 bed-nights/resident. These values are higher than the EU and global average while the seasonality of tourism in the island intensifies the problem. It should be mentioned that the tourism infrastructure in Crete is gathered on the north coastline increasing the overcrowding in the main cities which are also located in the same area. The results indicate that the tourism industry in Crete is at high risk of overtourism and appropriate measures and policies are required for mitigating and preventing its undesired impacts. The study might be useful to local stakeholders of the tourism industry as well as to municipal and regional authorities who can intervene to protect the prosperous tourism industry in the island.
Morphological and Hemodynamic Features of the Carotid Artery on Color Doppler Ultrasound in Hypertensive Patients
Authors: Thai Hao Phan , Thu Hong Nguyen
Published: October 2024

Objective: 1. Described the characteristics and morphology of the carotid artery on color Doppler ultrasonography in patients with hypertensive. 2. Determine the relationship between carotid intima-media thickness (cIMT) on color Doppler ultrasound images and some clinical and laboratory parameters and some risk factors in hypertensive patients. Subjects and methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study on 64 hospitalized hypertensive patients. Results: 62.5% are female. Mean age 66.41±11.91. The right common cIMT 0.74 (0.7-0.81) mm; the left was 0.8 (0.7-0.8) mm; the average cIMT on both sides was 0.75 (0.75-0.79) mm. Mean peak systolic velocity of the right common carotid artery 58.03±14.74 cm/s; left side 60.71±15.73 cm/s. Right common carotid end-diastolic velocity 14.68±4.88 cm/s; left side 16.09±6.04 cm/s. Right common carotid resistance index 0.75±0.063; left side 0.74±0.067. There were 25 (39.1%) cases of right common carotid atherosclerotic plaque with the thickest 2.500.71mm and 33 (51.6%) cases of left common carotid plaque with the thickest 2.3 (1.99-2)mm. There were an independent correlation between age and sex with the cIMT on both sides with correlation coefficients of R=0.514, p=0.013; R=0.514, p < 0.0001, respectively. Conclusion: There were a correlation between the common cIMT with age and sex, every 1 year increase will increase the thickness of the common cIMT by 0.005 mm. cIMT was higher than in men.
UM CENÁRIO CIENTÍFICO ACERCA DA UBP COMO PROPOSTA DIDÁTICA NA INSERÇÃO DA HISTÓRIA DA MATEMÁTICA NO ENSINO
Authors: Tavares Marina Oliveira , Pereira Ana Carolina Costa
Published: October 2024

A Educação Matemática tem buscado proporcionar um ensino dinâmico, contribuindo com a prática pedagógica do professor e, como uma dessas práticas, tem-se a investigação em história da matemática no ensino. Como forma de posicionamento de estudo acerca desse tema, instituiu-se a Interface em História e Ensino de Matemática (IHEM), a qual contempla conhecimentos contextuais, historiográficos e epistemológicos. Porém, ela não se configura como recurso didático, sendo a Unidade Básica de Problematização (UBP) escolhida para realizar essa articulação, através de um resgate de práticas sociais de determinado período da história, trazendo na forma de problematizações uma construção ou ressignificação de conhecimentos. Assim, a presente pesquisa tem como objetivo trazer um panorama acerca dos estudos que apresentam a UBP como proposta didática e quais buscam utilizar a perspectiva da IHEM. Para isso, utilizou-se uma abordagem qualitativa durante a pesquisa, denominada de “estado da arte”, mediante pesquisa bibliográfica, de cunho descritivo, seguida de uma análise documental, observando as UBPs inseridas nas produções encontradas e a abordagem referente à IHEM, durante a investigação em história da matemática, por meio das práticas sociais. Como resultados desta pesquisa, observou-se que propostas de UBP publicadas ainda não se articulam com a IHEM, apesar de trazer alguns pontos referentes ao estudo de algumas esferas de análise, ainda não se tem de fato esse posicionamento de estudo da história. Portanto, neste estudo buscou-se por relações entre as UBPs encontradas e a IHEM, de modo a observar se e como tem sido feita essa articulação da história e do ensino de matemática.
Lingüística del contrato social: el conflicto de poder y la paradoja de Russell en la aritmética humana
Authors: Salinas Copo Marco , Sarchi Guerrero Jhony , Zurita Guevara Roberto , Solis Loor Teresa
Published: October 2024

El presente trabajo reúne la visión de los autores de la escuela de Frankfurt y autores post-lacanianos y analiza, no de forma sistemática, la visión más importante sobre la ingobernabilidad presente en Latinoamérica con la expresión de una constante crisis. Los aportes de Slavoj Zizek, Max Horkheimer y Theodor Adorno, bajo la atenta mirada de Hegel postulan la idea de que el goce en la sociedad es el motor primordial de la negligencia social, que encubre, tanto a gobernantes bajo la lupa de ineptos, como a la sociedad en general bajo el sino de desafortunados. Finalmente, la mano invisible que ha movido la economía es el gobierno más apropiado para el caos, es el gobierno al que no se le puede pedir cuentas y de tras de su totalidad, de su cobertura ilimitada, no existe absolutamente nada.
Complicaciones neurológicas en pacientes con hiponatremia en el Hospital General del Guasmo Sur en el período 2020-2022
Authors: Eileen Roxana Chiriboga Villamar , Emily Stephanie Lindao Orrala , Kelly Elizabeth Matamoros Bayas , Dayana Lisbeth Sanguña Chimbo , María José Yagual Tomalá
Published: October 2024

Introducción: la hiponatremia es una alteración hidroelectrolítica causada por concentraciones séricas de sodio menor a 135 mmol/L. Lo que conlleva a una sintomatología clínica variada, desde leves hasta graves, incluso causando complicaciones neurológicas y/o la muerte, asociándose a un aumento de la morbimortalidad y estancia hospitalaria. Objetivo: describir las complicaciones neurológicas en pacientes con hiponatremia en el Hospital General del Guasmo Sur en el período 2020 – 2022. Materiales y métodos: estudio de nivel descriptivo, observacional, retrospectivo de corte transversal. Se estudiaron pacientes con hiponatremia que debutaron con complicaciones neurológicas durante su estadía en el Hospital de estudio. Se realizaron medidas de resumen y de dispersión para el análisis de variables de carácter cuantitativa, tales como media, mediana y moda, así como varianza y desviación estándar. Para las variables cualitativas trabajó con frecuencia y porcentaje. Resultados: de 99 pacientes, las secuelas neurológicas que se presentaron fueron hemorragias (n=99,22,0%), convulsiones (n=99, 53,5%), afasia (n=99,45,5%), parálisis (n=99;22,2%), deterioro cognitivo (n=99,75,8%), coma (n=99,4%) y por último muerte (n=99,13,1%), es decir, que la complicación neurológica más frecuente fue el deterioro cognitivo. Mientras más bajo sea el valor mayor es el número de estancia hospitalaria. Por otro lado, la diabetes mellitus debuta con más casos de deterioro cognitivo que es la complicación neurológica más frecuente encontrada en nuestro estudio. Conclusiones: La manifestación más común de este trastorno hidroelectrolítico es la alteración del estado mental, la cual puede progresar y producir edema cerebral complicándose con accidentes cerebrovasculares, afectando mayormente a mujeres y pacientes mayores de 65 años.
Técnica Bermúdez: una innovación quirúrgica en Hernias Inguinales que impacta en la reducción de recidivas y complicaciones postoperatorias
Authors: Bermúdez Cedeño Leonardo Esteban , Chávez Camacho Julio Cesar , Bermúdez Intriago Israel Andrés , Bermúdez Intriago Josué Ely
Published: October 2024

Las hernias inguinales son una de las patologías quirúrgicas más comunes, con altas tasas de recidivas y complicaciones postoperatorias, lo que motiva la búsqueda de técnicas quirúrgicas más efectivas. Este estudio se llevó a cabo en la Clínica Bermúdez, ubicada en Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas, Ecuador, con el objetivo de evaluar la efectividad de la nueva técnica quirúrgica Bermúdez en la reducción de recidivas y complicaciones postquirúrgicas. La metodología fue de carácter cuantitativo, con un diseño no experimental, transversal y retrospectivo. Se revisaron las historias clínicas de 99 pacientes intervenidos entre los años 2000 y enero 2024, quienes fueron tratados con la técnica quirúrgica Bermúdez y se les dio seguimiento por tres meses y al año de cirugía. Los resultados indicaron que ninguno de los pacientes experimentó recidivas ni complicaciones posoperatorias significativas, lo que evidencia la efectividad del procedimiento. En comparación con otras técnicas convencionales, como la hernioplastia de Lichtenstein, la técnica Bermúdez demostró reducir de manera considerable las complicaciones típicas, como infecciones, hematomas, seromas y el dolor neurítico, frecuente en este tipo de cirugía. La técnica quirúrgica Bermúdez no solo resulta eficaz para reducir las complicaciones y recidivas, sino que también optimiza el uso de recursos hospitalarios, beneficiando tanto a los pacientes como al sistema de salud.
Political Critiques and Power Dynamics within Pakistani Society: A Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) of Pakistani Drama "Ishq Murshid"
Authors: Mughal Muneeba , Javed Fatima , Fizza  , Abro Shifa
Published: October 2024

This research paper proposes examining postmodern political power in the Pakistani Urdu television drama “Ishq Murshid” (2023), employing Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) as its theoretical framework that is utilized to examine how the drama reflects, reinforces, and critiques political matters and power dynamics within Pakistani society. The study's main objective is to analyze how the selected drama portrays political power, ideology, and resistance and examine the implications of political narratives and political realities in Pakistani discourse. This study is based on the qualitative method and systematically identifies and interprets political discourse within the political narrative, exploring the themes of authority, power, corruption, and social injustices represented in all the episodes of “Ishq Murshid.”. This study uses the tools and techniques for analysis including thematic coding, discourse markers identification, and critical contextualization of dialogues and narrative structures. The study aims to contribute to understanding the media's role in shaping and reflecting political discourse in South Asia, mainly through the lens of popular Urdu drama. The findings of the study of “Ishq-e-Murshid” critique Pakistan's political and social structures, highlighting corruption, moral resistance, and power dynamics. It critiques stereotypes, societal mistrust, and the role of family and legacy.
Competition for ‘Top 25 Companies’ Award’s Criterion of PSX: An Evaluation of the Financial Aspects
Authors: Naveed Fahem , Jalil Khan Abdul , Riaz Rabia
Published: October 2024

A company's performance is a complex phenomenon because of a variety of aspects to quantify it, however, a competitive criterion has been established by Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) in terms of "Top 25 Companies". Those firms qualifying this criterion over the last two decades need to be compared with those who have yet to achieve it. The main objective of the study is to evaluate the financial stability and extra-ordinary performance based on PSX quantitative criteria of those firms maintaining top 25 position over last 24 years. The financial aspects of 18 firms out of more than40 has been selected by taking last 24 years' data. These firms are classified into two different samples, the sample from companies successfully qualify the criterion for "Top 25 Companies" award, while the second sample consist of other renowned ones that yet to qualify for this criterion. The performance evaluation of both types of firms has been done through financial statements available on the website of PSX through their annual reports to calculate the ratios. In addition to these financial ratios other relevant indicators considered for evaluation purposes are, equity premium as a difference in returns between stocks and less risky instruments (bonds), firm size measured through sales, and market performance measured through total assets. The impact of these ratios on the stock returns has also been evaluated through regression analyses which allowed to identify those specific advantages the ‘top-25 qualifier’ firms may have over the ‘other non- qualifier’ firms. The findings suggest that ‘top 25 qualifier’ firms mainly beat the ‘others non- qualifier’ based on equity-related measures including dividend payout ratios, market premium and the equity premium. Therefore ‘other non-qualifier’ should improve equity-related context to successfully qualify for this criterion in future.
THE RELATIONSHIP OF FAMILY SUPPORT WITH COMPLIANCE WITH A LOW SALT DIET IN HYPERTENSION PATIENTS IN POSBINDU KEMUNING, MARGAHAYU DISTRICT, BEKASI CITY, 2023
Authors: Wulandari Cindi , Simamora Rotua Suriany Simamora , Dinda Nur Fajri
Published: October 2024

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a condition in which blood pressure is above the normal limit of 120/80 mmHg. The normal limit of blood pressure is less than 130/85 mmHg. If the blood pressure is more than 140/90 mmHg then it is declared hypertension. This study aims to determine the relationship between family support and low-salt diet adherence in hypertensive patients at Posbindu Kemuning, Margahayu Village, Bekasi City in 2023. The research method used is quantitative with crossectional analytical research type.The population in this study was hypertensive patients at productive age, aged 15-64 years at Posbindu Kemuning, Margahayu Village, totaling 90 people. Data collection technique using a simple type of random sampling based on inclusion criteria and obtained a sample of 73 respondents. The results of the study found that with a significant level of 95% or a value of α 5% (0.05) the Chi Square test results obtained p-value (0.000   ) < a value of α (0.05). This indicates that H0 is rejected. The conclusion of the study is that there is a relationship between family support and adherence to a low-salt diet in people with hypertension at Posbindu Kemuning, Margahayu Village, Bekasi City in 2023.
Hubungan Tingkat Pengetahuan Dengan Kepatuhan Minum Obat Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Pada Penderita Diabetes Mellitus (DM) Di Rw 18 Kelurahan Pedurenan Kota Bekasi Tahun 2023
Authors: Hajan Piran Ricardho , Indrawati Lina , Dinda Nur Fajri Hidayati Bunga
Published: October 2024

This study discusses the importance of knowledge about diabetes in shaping patients' attitudes and behaviors toward disease control, particularly in terms of diabetes medication consumption. Good knowledge allows patients to better understand their condition, leading to greater adherence to prescribed treatments. The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between the level of knowledge and adherence to taking Diabetes Mellitus (DM) medication among patients in RW 18, Pedurenan Village, Bekasi City in 2023. The research method used a quantitative approach with an observational analytic design and a cross-sectional approach, involving a sample of 106 respondents selected through purposive sampling. The results show a significant relationship between the level of knowledge and adherence to taking medication, with a p-value of 0.000 (less than alpha 0.05). In conclusion, there is a strong correlation between patients' knowledge levels and their adherence to taking DM medication in RW 18, Pedurenan Village, Bekasi in 2023.
Hubungan Komunikasi Interpersonal Perawat Dengan Kepatuhan Pasien Menjalankan Pengobatan Tuberkulosis di UPTD Puskesmas Kali Baru Bekasi
Authors: Arhani Safinatunnajah , Pelawi Arabta M Peraten , Lisna Agustina
Published: October 2024

Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, or acid-fast bacilli (AFB), which can survive in low-oxygen environments. Factors influencing TB patient adherence include motivation, knowledge, attitude, and family support. Research Objective: To determine the relationship between nurse-patient interpersonal communication and patient adherence to TB treatment at UPTD Puskesmas Kalibaru, Bekasi. Research Method: This study used a quantitative method with an observational analytic design and a cross-sectional approach, involving 30 patients. The sampling technique used was total sampling. Results: The Chi-Square test yielded a p-value of 0.000 < α (0.05), indicating that H0 is rejected.Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between nurse-patient interpersonal communication and patient adherence to TB treatment at UPTD Puskesmas Kalibaru, Bekasi.
Sürdürülebilirlik Bağlamında Turizm: Karaman Örneği
Authors: Öztürk Aykaç Nilüfer
Published: October 2024

Karaman, ekonomisi büyük ölçüde tarım ve sanayi üretimine dayanan, Türkiye’nin önemli ihracatçı illerinden biridir. Sahip olduğu ekonomik güce ek olarak özellikle kırsal turizme dâhil edilebilecek doğal, kültürel ve tarımsal alanlara sahiptir. Bu çerçevede mağara, spor ve yayla turizmi gibi alternatifler yanında Karaman’ın ekonomisinden hareketle tarım ve gıda turizmine yönelik potansiyeli de dikkate alınmalıdır. Bu çalışmada kentleşme, turizm ve sürdürülebilirlik ilişkisi Karaman turizmi özelinde incelenmiş; Karaman’ın turizm olanakları sürdürülebilirlik bağlamı ve toplumsal etkileri bakımından değerlendirilmiştir. Ayrıca Karaman’ın tarih, kültür, inanç ve doğa turizmi rotaları incelenerek rota turizminin sürdürülebilirlikle ilişkisi ele alınmış, turizme sürdürülebilirlik bağlamında alan açan alternatif turizm unsurları olan ekolojik ve kırsal turizm olanakları bu bağlamda değerlendirilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonunda, Karaman’ın yalnızca sanayisiyle değil alternatif ve sürdürülebilir turizm olanaklarıyla da akla gelmesi için neler yapılabileceğine dair bazı öneriler de sıralanmıştır.
Marital Discord and Pursuit of Gender Equality in Manju Kapur’s Custody Novel
Authors: Ramasamy Ragupathi , B Geetha. , Charumathy T. , Tharini C. , Kaladevi V. , Kumar C Sathish
Published: October 2024

The landscape of Indian literature has never been found to be equal in contribution from both the genders. It has always been dominated by male writers. It is very fair to say that the aspirations and expectations of Indian women have been largely confined to the ambit of moral and social commitments prevailing in our country. By and large, the Indian women writers in English have come from higher social strata and they do not have felt experience regarding reality of life in India. Despite it, they have started questioning the wisdom of prominent old patriarchal domination and they are no longer willing to play a subservient role to men. They have proved their mettle in literature both qualitative and quantitative wise. In the modern English fiction, the emergence of women centred or feminist approaches have been major developments. For establishing their identity, several Indian women writers have been delving deep into female subjectivity. The image portrayed by these writers regarding women has undergone a  complete  change. It is due to a paradigm shift in the attitude of the Indian women writers in portraying women as self -sacrificing persons to strong individuals trying to establish their identity. Among the prominent Indian women writers, Manju Kapur has carved a niche for herself by highlighting issues pertaining to patriarchy, family bonding,  male –female bonding, inter religious marriage and  co -existence of past and present. In 20th century, the works of Indian women writers have been considered as powerful equipment for making modernist and feminist statements. Feminism in India became an accepted doctrine and it was able to gradually set aside the male supremacy prevailing in the society. In fact, the history of feminism in India can be considered in three different phases. The first phase started when the British initiated steps against evil Sati practice. The next co-related with Quit India movement and the third took place after independence when there was a clamour for fair treatment from feminine gender after marriage. This article explains the part played by feminine gender at the domestic front and their willingness to be economically and socially independent and the challenges faced by them in attaining independence in a male dominated society.
Teaching Strategies for Cooperative Learning for Effectiveness of Harmony Skills in Group Piano
Authors: Zhenyu Yang , Suttachitt Narutt
Published: October 2024

Purpose: This study aims to develop a music learning strategy for teaching harmony in group piano lessons to promote harmonic skills. Method: Survey and interview music teachers in China and analyze data by content and thematic analysis. Findings: Teachers' assessment of cooperative learning strategies in harmonious teaching showed overall positive results. In particular, teachers generally agreed with the aspects of facilitating interaction, organization and management, cooperative skills, cooperative atmosphere and teacher's role. This suggests that the use of cooperative learning strategies in group piano classrooms is a recognized and effective teaching method. Individual teacher characteristics, especially teachers' gender, age, and educational background, significantly influenced the selection of cooperative learning strategies. Students gave positive comments on the skill level, musical expression, harmonic understanding, collaborative coordination, and learning interest in teaching harmony. Individual characteristics of students such as gender, age, and grade level have an impact on their assessment of the effectiveness of teaching and learning. The use of more comprehensive and targeted cooperative learning strategies is associated with higher levels of teaching effectiveness in group piano programs. Conclusion: The use of more comprehensive and targeted cooperative learning strategies is associated with higher levels of teaching effectiveness in group piano programs. This guides music educators and emphasizes the critical role of strategy selection in improving teaching effectiveness.
Development Strategy of Islamic Civil Society Organization (CSO) In Indonesia: A Case of Al Jamiyatul Al Wasliyah
Authors: Harahap Nursapia , . Warjio , Ginting Junita Setiana , Abdullah Zaharul , Raihan Haykal M.
Published: October 2024

One of the largest Islamic organizations in Indonesia, Jamiyatul Alwasliyah, has a large identity and role in the development of Indonesia, even before Indonesia's independence. In fact there are not many researchers who pay attention to the political role of this organizational development. In reality, Jamiyatul Alwasliyah was formed with the spirit of advancing the nation and they succeeded with their development identity. This article, with a historical approach, will explain the background and political role of their development in Indonesia. This article examines some of the main political themes addressed in the NGO literature, as well as related themes in other political studies. This article analyses its development based on Islamic spirit and  development strategy. It begins by examining competing theories regarding the political impact of the NGO sector. The article argues, make significant contributions of Jamiyatul Al Wasliyah as Civil Society Organization (CSO) to political life and to political change in developing countries, revealing a fertile, and hitherto neglected, research agenda.
Economic Uncertainty and Monetary Policy Effectiveness: A Comparative Study between High and Low Uncertainty Countries
Authors: Bogari Adel
Published: October 2024

This study examines the impact of economic uncertainty on monetary policy effectiveness, as measured by inflation, in 21 countries observed during the period stretching from 1997 to 2022.  The study uses a Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) model on full, high and low uncertainty countries. Our results indicate that uncertainty has a significant positive impact on inflation. The results also show that central banks have adopted a cautious approach in response to these shocks, and that monetary policy moderates the negative effects of economic uncertainty. Finally, we found similar results for countries with low vs. high economic uncertainty levels. The findings can be worthwhile to sketch proper monetary policy under uncertainty to lessen monetary policy effectiveness. This study suggests that it is important to note that, in times of high economic uncertainty, monetary policy can be effective when a reactive monetary policy acts as an economic stabilizer and inflation controller. Contribution/ Originality: This study is one of the very few studies investigating the relationship between economic uncertainty and monetary policy effectiveness.  It does so using the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) model in high uncertainty versus low uncertainty countries, thus contributing to our understanding of monetary policy effectiveness under uncertainty.Economic uncertainty
The Effectiveness of Sports Program among Typical Children and Children with Disabilities
Authors: Jafar Amer Ali Mohamed , Khasawneh Mohamad Ahmad Saleem
Published: October 2024

This research aimed to introduce the effectiveness of sports programs for both typical children and children with disabilities that has garnered significant attention in recent years, highlighting the importance of inclusive physical activities in promoting health, social skills, and overall well-being. The main aim of this research is to show the importance of sports programs in general for both typical children and children with disabilities. The research presents a set of previous recent studies and research that relied on sports programs for both typical children and children with disabilities. The research ends with a set of recommendations, including the necessity of relying on practices that have been proven scientifically and practically effective in  attending to sport programs for typical children and children with disabilities.
IMPACT DES ACTIONS PUBLICITAIRES SUR LA DECISION D’ACHAT D’UN SERVICE DE TRANSPORT ROUTIER. CAS DE L’AGENCE DE VOYAGE RENOVE/BOMA
Authors:   Assistant à l’Institut Supérieur de Commerce de Boma (ISC/Boma), Kongo Central-RDC, MUANDA Jean-Claude TSIMBA
Published: October 2024

Les actions publicitaires pour la commercialisation de service de transport d’une agence de voyage sont reconnues par le processus d’adoption d’achat des billets de voyage qui permet aux clients de comprendre ce service. Ces actions publicitaires sont applicables à toutes les organisations qui possèdent un but lucratif. Ainsi, le présent article démontre de quelle manière cette agence de voyage applique ses actions publicitaires, pratique une politique publicitaire informative, persuasive et de rappel. Ce qui fait l’objet de fidélisation de la clientèle de celle-ci et d’avoir une grande part de marché. Mots-clés : publicité, service, transport routier, agence de voyage
DETERMINANTS THEORIQUES DE L’ADOPTION DE LA DIGITALISATION PAR LES PETITES ET MOYENNES ENTREPRISES EN REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO
Authors:   Chef de Travaux, Diplômé d’Etudes approfondies en Sciences Economiques et Doctorant à l’Université Pédagogique Nationale, Kinshasa/RDC, UDUKAYENDJI Pascal MUKWATI
Published: October 2024

Le présent article dresse une revue de littérature sur les déterminants de l’adoption de la digitalisation par les petites et moyennes entreprises. Les analyses se sont focalisées sur les modèles tant théoriques qu’empiriques traitant l’adoption des innovations. Elles s’inscrivent aussi dans la perspective de l’adoption des innovations, particulièrement les innovations technologiques des Petites et Moyennes entreprises en République Démocratique du Congo. Mots-clés : digitalisation, petites et moyennes entreprises, innovations technologiques.
Perceptions of Makerere University Undergraduate Radiography Students on Clinical Rotations in Mulago National Referral Hospital
Authors: David Angwer , Eric Murachi Jacob
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Clinical rotations are an integral component of the radiography programs worldwide as it is a practice-based profession and the effectiveness of clinical training is responsible for the competency level demonstrated by radiography students after qualification. Clinical rotations provide opportunities for radiography students to apply theory into practice. The effectiveness of the rotations is greatly affected by the setting of the clinical area. Makerere university undergraduate radiography students experience various circumstances that facilitate or inhibit their clinical learning process in Mulago National Referral Hospital (MNRH). Aim: The study aimed at exploring the perceptions of Makerere University undergraduate radiography students on clinical rotations in Mulago National Referral Hospital. Methodology: A cross-sectional exploratory, qualitative study was done. 19 third- and fourth-year Makerere University undergraduate students offering Bachelor of medical radiography were sampled purposively. Data was collected using semi-structured face to face interviews and analysed thematically. Results: Three major themes emerged from the data: (1) learning experience, (2) effectiveness of clinical rotations in MNRH and (3) challenges faced. Most factors related to the themes above positively impacted the students’ perceptions on clinical rotations in MNRH radiology department with more positives and the rotations meeting expectations of the majority, though with some challenges like limited clinical supervision by university lecturers and inadequate time for practicing some modalities. Conclusion: Clinical rotations can be effective and beneficial when a supportive learning environment is provided. This study reveals mixed student perceptions regarding clinical rotations in radiology department of MNRH, with predominant positive perceptions. Addressing identified challenges can significantly improve the clinical learning environment and thus the effectiveness of clinical rotations.Top of FormBottom of Form
Sign Language as a Tool for Learning Adjustment for the Hearing Impaired: Implication for Counseling
Authors: Kennedy Margaret G , Vidal Amadi
Published: October 2024

This paper examined sign language as a tool for learning adjustment for the hearing impaired. Sign language is a full-fledged natural language with its own grammar and lexicon for communication and making of sense. Sign languages are important for interaction, association and sharing of knowledge among the members of the deaf community, and between the hearing impaired and hearing citizens in the society. The deaf community refers to the people in the society who belong to a unique cultural and linguistic minority with sign as their primary language of communication. This paper takes a looks at the concept and history of sign language, sign language in Nigeria, hearing impaired, learning adjustment, importance of sign language, effects of lack of sign language in schools for the hearing impaired and sign language as tool for learning adjustment for the hearing impaired. The paper based on its position concluded that the use of sign language for and by the hearing impaired is of utmost necessity in order to bridge the gap between the deaf and hearing society and for smooth learning adjustment. It was recommended among others that: The Federal Government of Nigeria should as a matter of urgency include sign language in her policy on education and make it compulsory for all levels of education, and that the government and private organizations should provide sign language learning centers in each of the states where both the deaf children and their families can easily go for adequate training.
The Impact of Changes in International Relations on External Tourism Demand During the Syrian Crisis (A Field Study on the Syrian Coast)
Authors: Eldin Zeina Suhil Naser
Published: October 2024

Tourism is an important source of income for many countries, on which many countries’ economies are based. However, many previous studies have indicated that there is a great impact on changeable international relations and the occurrence of crises on external tourism demand. Accordingly, the main objective of the current study is to illustrate the international relations between the Syrian government and other countries in light of the current Syrian crisis. Moreover, it aims to determine the impact of international relations changes and sanctions imposed on the Syrian government on external demand during the current crisis. However, the descriptive analytical approach was used in the study, and the characterization and analysis of a time series before and during the Syrian crisis was utilized to show the different consequences and effects of changing international relations on external tourism demand during the crisis in Syria. Additionally, the following findings have been confirmed, international relations and economic and political sanctions significantly affected external tourism demand on the Syrian coast and all of Syria during the crisis period; external tourism, both Arab and foreign, clearly deteriorated due to the breaking off foreign relations with the Syrian government and the closure of embassies; in addition to the long war and the complicated crisis in many Syrian governorates. Finally, Arab external tourism demand between 2022-2023 was more active than foreign one.
The Ngirri Regulatory Society and Power Reinforcement in Local Governance in the Mbum-land Northwest Region, Cameroon: ca. 1800 - 1902
Authors: Sayani Napoleon Endele , Monteh René Ngek , Talla Richard Tanto
Published: October 2024

Besides many others, Ngirri, as a regulatory society in the African context in general and specifically in the Northwest Region of Cameroon, is a political institution that regulates state power. This happened more especially in the pre-colonial states, where each chiefdom or kingdom was a state on its own. In contemporary African society, such regulatory role has been greatly reduced, as regulatory societies have been reduced to mere socio-cultural groups. The problem that necessitated this study is the fact that Ngirri’s regulatory role has been diminished by the intruding Europeans, to such a point that its preponderant activities have been misinterpreted and viewed as secret and it has been finally referred to as a secret society. This study therefore sought to trace its origin, develop its evolution in the Mbum-land, bring out its contribution towards local governance, and show the challenges it faced in reinforcing the power of the traditional government in the pre-colonial Mbum society. To accomplish this, the article primarily utilized the qualitative method of analysis. Consequently, it made use of oral tradition and interviews, as well as archival materials and other primary, secondary, and tertiary sources. These sources were cross-checked against each other in order to be certain of the facts. The findings were that Ngirri did not play only a social role. Most importantly, it played a governmental role as the executive arm of the traditional government. It therefore facilitated local governance in the Mbum traditional states through its inclusive handling of issues.
Mission Impact Levers (MIL) Framework: A Value Lens Approach to Leadership and Resource Management
Authors: Boyers Jayson , Barnes Emily , Hutson James
Published: October 2024

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the Mission Impact Levers (MIL) Framework in aligning institutional actions and resource allocations with core missions within higher education institutions (HEIs). By employing a dataset that includes retention and graduation status, and integrating machine learning techniques, particularly the Random Forest model, the research quantitatively analyzes the framework’s impact on key institutional metrics. The MIL Framework is designed to foster strategic coherence and long-term sustainability by ensuring mission-centric decision-making. Preliminary findings indicate that institutions implementing the MIL Framework experience enhanced institutional effectiveness, demonstrating notable improvements in student retention and graduation rates. This data-driven approach not only confirms the framework's potential to significantly benefit HEIs in a competitive educational environment but also enhances strategic decision-making. This validation study aims to equip institutional leaders with robust tools to foster resilience and success, thereby positioning their institutions to thrive amidst increasing competition and dynamic educational demands.
Genetic Diversity of Mangrove and Nypa Palm Species in the Niger Delta, Nigeria
Authors: Numbere Aroloye , Obanye Chinedu J , Ogenyi Benjamin C. , Maduike Eberechukwu M.
Published: October 2024

Mangroves and nypa palm are two dominant coastal vegetation in the Niger delta that are sources of numerous ecosystem services. We thus hypothesized that both species are monophyletic, which means they are identical by descent. We began the study by randomly collecting fresh leave samples of nypa palm in a mixed forest comprising nypa palm and mangrove at a coastal community called Eagle Island. We put the leaves samples in zip lock bags containing silica gel crystals and transported them to the laboratory, where the DNA of the leaves was extracted. A quick-DNA plant/seed miniprep kit (Zymo-research Lab, California, USA). A total of six primer pairs were used for the amplification, namely: three microsatellite markers and three universal primers. Fragments of the samples were sequenced using the Ninagen, Brilliant DyeTM Terminator Cycle Sequencing kit V3.1 BRD3-100/1000. All three samples of the nypa palm were amplified, and the BLAST prediction tool was used to produce the new species. Our results show that out of the three samples sequenced (NI, N2, and N3), the N1 sample was identified as Nypa fruticans with 100% identity (Accession Number is KT312925.1), while the others were the new strains identified in the study namely N2 identified as Astrocaryum aculeatum with 98.95% identity (Accession Number is NC 044482.1) and N3 identified as Astrocaryum aculeatum with 99.21% (Accession Number is 044482.1).
Spatial Anaysis and Modelling to Mappping Priorities Areas for Restauration: Study Case: Natural Protected Area Montes Azules, Chiapas, Mexico
Authors: Daniel M. Lopez L. , Aldo Rey Hernández Macario , Roshana Yoselin Solís Remigio , Viviana Axel Rodríguez Galicia
Published: October 2024

Natural Protected Areas play a fundamental role in the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystems throughout the world and are designated and managed with the purpose of preserving biological and cultural capital, ensuring the sustainable use of natural resources, and maintaining ecosystem services. The Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve, like other Natural Protected in Mexico, faces significant challenges such as deforestation, illegal logging, and loss of vegetation cover, as well as socio-environmental conflicts, factors that hinder the biological and cultural conservation of the area. Likewise, despite their importance, many Natural Protected face significant challenges in terms of effective monitoring and planning. The lack of adequate monitoring and planning strategies, as well as staff and budget, makes it difficult to assess the conservation status of these areas and to implement appropriate management measures. Therefore, creating specific monitoring tools is essential to periodically evaluate their conservation status and identify threats and pressures on ecosystems in order to design adaptive and effective management strategies. The objective of this study is to offer a first methodological approach to identify priority areas for restoration within the Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve, which will allow decision-makers to design and apply conservation strategies in the area. The determination of the priority areas for restoration was based on an environmental management process, where the Land suitability is the base for the territorial arrangement, which was modeled together with the current land use and land cover through rules of decision and having the natural protected area as a frame. For land suitability, the land classification system was used according to its  use capacity or American system of the 8 classes developed by the Soil Conservation Service of  the United States; for mapping land use land cover, an object base classification method  was used. The total transformed area in 2023 occupies an extension of 39,475.38 ha, approximately 50% of this lands corresponds to sloping and very steep land and in some cases with shallow to very shallow soils, not suitable for agriculture. The area identified as priority zones for restoration corresponds to an extension of 19,514.5 ha, which represents nearly 50% of the transformed area, and 6% of the total of study area, from which 6,860.5 ha are top priority for restoration. As main conclusion can be said that the methodological proposal described here serves as a first approximation to identify priority zones for restoration in the Montes Azules Biosphere Reserve, allowing for a more detailed identification of these areas at the local level, which will allow decision-makers to design and apply conservation strategies in the area.