bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Phenomenology of Clinical Supervision: Examining Pre-observation to Post observation in Teacher Development
Authors: Bayer Regin P. , Blanco Charlo T. , Alferez Emely C. , Alipio Arvie C. , A. Suligan Jessa Kate , Cayogyog Alvin O.
Published: November 2024

This phenomenological study explored teachers’ lived experiences during clinical supervision from pre-observation to post-observation stages in Agusan del Sur, Philippines. Using purposive sampling, 40 teachers with 1-3 years of service from four high schools participated in semi-structured interviews and reflective journaling. Thematic analysis revealed three key themes: (1) Impact of prior experiences, relational factors, and reflective practices on teacher readiness for supervision; (2) Real-time adaptation, reflective practice, and growth opportunities during classroom observations; and (3) Self-assessment, feedback integration, and collaborative professional growth following supervision sessions. Findings align with Bandura’s social cognitive theory and Acheson and Gall’s three-phase model of clinical supervision, emphasizing the importance of positive prior experiences, strong teacher-supervisor relationships, and reflective practices in enhancing supervision effectiveness. The study highlights the critical role of the post-observation phase in facilitating deep reflection, active feedback implementation, and collaborative learning. Recommendations include developing comprehensive supervision programs, fostering supportive organizational cultures, and implementing structured post-observation protocols. This research contributes to the understanding of clinical supervision in education and offers a framework for improving supervisory practices and teacher professional development.
Transboundary Water Management and Flood in Bangladesh: Implications of Dam Releases by India
Authors: Sweet Shajadul Alam
Published: November 2024

This study addresses the complexity of transboundary water cooperation by exploring its different forms in the India-Bangladesh relationship. It also considers how dam releases from Indian rivers upstream affect flooding in Bangladesh. By now, the floods of 2024 were the worst on record in recent memory—brought about by erratic dam releases from India and exacerbated weather patterns resulting from climate change. The study examines hydrological datasets such as river discharge and rainfall patterns and the impacts of floods on land use, agricultural practices, and economic factors. It further evaluates the existing Ganges Water Treaty and proposes more effective flood risk management measures.
A MEDIAÇÃO E A ARBITRAGEM COMO MEIO DE SOLUÇÕES ALTERNATIVAS DE CONFLITOS EMPRESARIAIS E SUA APLICABILIDADE NAS HOLDINGS FAMILIARES
Authors: De Jesus Ferreira Sidnei , Da Silva Terra João Lucas
Published: November 2024

A crescente demanda judicial no Brasil e os altos custos e duração dos processos impulsionaram o interesse pelos Métodos Alternativos de Solução de Conflitos, como a mediação e a arbitragem, especialmente no contexto empresarial. Este estudo examina a relevância dessas práticas no ambiente corporativo, destacando seus benefícios e limitações. A mediação e a arbitragem permitem soluções extrajudiciais eficientes, promovendo uma cultura de diálogo e cooperação. A pesquisa também aborda a aplicabilidade desses métodos nas holdings familiares, onde conflitos patrimoniais e de sucessão são comuns. Conclui-se que esses métodos são eficazes na resolução de conflitos empresariais, contribuindo para a preservação das relações e a continuidade das operações.
Public Awareness on General Environmental and Sustainability Issues
Authors: Sambuaga Donald , Meggy Sumual Tinneke Evie , Naharia Orbanus , NJ Rotty Victory
Published: November 2024

Indonesia is situated within the ‘ring of fire’, a region characterised by a high risk of natural disasters, which encompasses a number of Indonesian cities, including Manado City. While numerous studies have examined postdisaster mitigation strategies, there is a paucity of research evaluating disaster prevention efforts, particularly in Indonesia and Manado City. This research employs transformative learning theory and general system theory to examine the efficacy of preventive efforts. It assesses the extent to which management functions can enhance the quality of human resources, thereby cultivating public awareness of environmental issues and sustainability. This research was designed as a quantitative study employing a survey approach and individual level of analysis, with a total of 387 respondents providing data. The results, obtained through the use of partially lease square structural equation model (PLS-SEM), indicate that the quality of human resources acts as a mediator in the relationship between controlling and environmental public awareness. The findings of this study indicate that the responsibility for building public awareness is not confined to a single organisation (the government). Rather, it necessitates a collaborative and cooperative approach involving various organisational divisions, with a view to transcending sectoral egos and achieving the objective of enhancing public awareness.
Wheelchair Recipients’ Perceived Barriers to In-person and Virtual Follow-up Consultations: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Salud, MD, MBA Ramon Angel P. , Leochico, PTRP, MD Carl Froilan D. , Bundoc, MD Josephine R.
Published: November 2024

Background. The Philippine General Hospital (PGH) is a tertiary government hospital that serves as the national referral center for Filipinos from across the country. In partnership with Latter-Day Saint Charities (LDSC), PGH has been serving patients in need of mobility devices, such as wheelchairs, through in-person services from screening to assessment, measurement, assembly, fitting, and mobility training. Given the patients’ barriers to in-person follow-up consultations, regular healthcare provision has been challenging. The use of telerehabilitation, a form of telemedicine, has emerged as a practical and innovative solution, but it needs further evaluation.
Objectives. The study aimed to determine the wheelchair recipients’ perceived barriers to in-person and virtual follow-up consultations.
Methods. This cross-sectional study involved a purposive sample of 413 patients who received a wheelchair from the LDSC through PGH. An original survey was prepared to determine patients’ perceived barriers to actual in-person and potential virtual follow-up consultations Consent was obtained prior to data collection. After the pretest and pilot testing were conducted, the final version of the survey was administered either electronically or through individual phone interviews. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze and present the data.
Results. A total of 113 wheelchair recipients participated, with an average of 42.9 years of age. The majority resided outside Metro Manila (53.1%), and 86.7% were within the income bracket of less than PhP 9,520 per month. The majority received a standard type of wheelchair (85.8%). The top 3 reasons hindering compliance to in-person consultation follow-ups were accessibility issues (82.3%), costs of travel (79.6%), and distance to hospital/wheelchair assessor (71.7%). With respect to potential virtual follow-ups, 72% expressed willingness to experience telemedicine/ telerehabilitation in the future, despite having neither prior awareness (50.4%) nor experience (74.3%) of it. The majority had access to mobile phones (98.2%), and 67% had stable internet access.
Conclusion. The main barriers to in-person follow-ups were related to accessibility, costs, and travel. Telehealth or telerehabilitation in particular, despite patients’ interest and willingness to try it, still has yet to be optimized in our country. Internet connectivity can still be improved, as well as our stakeholders’ level of telehealth awareness. Future efforts to improve and sustain the uptake of telehealth solutions are recommended, as well as studies comparing the cost-effectiveness of in-person versus virtual consultations especially among persons with lived experiences of disability.
Assessment of Practice Preparedness among Novice Nurses in Private Hospitals: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Pilay Mickhail C. , Antonio Trisha Mae G. , Castro Zakhary Cazter Z. , Derla Angel Jane V. , Fontanilla Sophia Aisha Marie R. , Garcia Arianne M. , Jimenez Precious Micah A. , Macadangdang Gwen Alexa I. , Nayao Trisha Nicole C. , Soriano Mikka Diane T. , Bandaay, PhD, RN Cheryll M.
Published: November 2024

Background. The crop of novice nurses who are currently employed is a product of flexible learning who had limited contact hours with actual patients, which is contrary to those who graduated from traditional learning modalities. Hence, it is essential to evaluate how the impact of flexible learning modality has affected the practice preparedness levels of novice nurses in the hospital setting.
Objective. This study aimed to determine the level of practice preparedness and its associated factors among novice nurses who work in private hospitals.
Methods. The study utilized a cross-sectional survey design. Data was gathered from a total enumeration of ninetyfour novice staff nurses who graduated from the flexible learning curriculum and are currently employed in private hospitals in Baguio City and La Trinidad. The tool used was a questionnaire in two parts. Part 1 consisted of questions related to demographic information and factors related to practice preparedness, and part 2 included the Nursing Practice Readiness Scale, with validity and reliability scores of >0.924 and 0.90, respectively. The data was analyzed using the SPSS V27 trial version. The protocol was approved by the Saint Louis University Research Ethics Committee.
Results. Findings reveal that more novice nurses in private hospitals perceived themselves as well-prepared across all domains of practice preparedness: “Collaborative Interpersonal Relationship” (n = 94, 100%); “Patient Centeredness” (n = 92, 97.90%); “Self-regulation” (n = 90, 95.70%); “Clinical Judgment and Nursing Performance” (n = 78, 83.00%); and “Professional Attitudes” (n = 76, 80.90%). There is a significant association between practice preparedness and the following factors: “Attended more than one Training/Seminars per year” (p = 0.02), “Graduated from Private Schools” (p = 0.03), and “Assigned in Regular Wards” (p = 0.05).On the other hand, no significant association was found between practice preparedness and the following factors: “Sex” (p = 0.61) and “Membership in Professional Organizations” (p = 0.73).
Conclusion. In agreement with existing studies, practice preparedness is multifactorial. However, what this study contributes are new factors that are favorable in making novice nurses more confident in performing their roles and responsibilities. These include being a graduate of private schools, being assigned to regular wards, and attending professional training/seminars more than once annually. Advantageously, these factors that promote practice preparedness are modifiable.
HRVATSKA POLITIKA U BOSNI I HERCEGOVINI TIJEKOM PRVOGA SVJETSKOG RATA – POKUŠAJ RJEŠAVANJA HRVATSKOGA PITANJA I BUDUĆEGA STATUSA BOSNE I HERCEGOVINE
Authors: Galić Miroslav
Published: November 2024

Iako je od samih početaka filozofija bila izložena podsmijehu ili bila shvatana kao „sumnjiva“ aktivnost koja podriva sistem (kao u slučaju Sokrata), čini se da je savremeno doba ipak doba u kojem ju se izlaže najžešćim kritikama, naročito kritici da je „besmislena“ i „beskorisna“. Društveni sistem koji je prevrednovao sve vrijednosti tako da znače efikasnost i profitnost, u filozofiji ne uspijeva vidjeti aktivnost koja bi bila u skladu sa njegovim novim „vrijednostima“.
Namjera je ovog rada razmotriti na koji je način transformacija prirodne filozofije u nauku, preko suviše uskog tumačenja iste kao „poraza“ filozofije od strane prirodne nauke, dovela do diskurzivnog sukoba između ove dvije koncepcije znanja. Naš stav je da između nauke i filozofije ne postoji stvarni sukob te da se prirodna nauka nipošto nije odrekla svog filozofskog porijekla, a istinski naučnici nikada nisu smatrali filozofiju smetnjom u svom istraživanju; upravo suprotno, najveći naučni umovi, poput Ajnštajna, smatrali su da bavljenje naukom na fundamentalnom nivou iziskuje dijalog sa filozofijom. Budućnost ljudskog znanja ne počiva samo na bavljenju jednim od ovih polja ljudskog znanja koje bi bilo jedino ispravno, već u zajedničkom poduhvatu i saradnji.
Ključne riječi: filozofija; nauka; znanje; sukob; saradnja.
HERMENEUTIKA KAO METODA HUMANISTIČKIH ZNANOSTI
Authors: Milicević Anita
Published: November 2024

U ovome radu pokušat ćemo pokazati da razdioba prirodnih i humanističkih znanosti može biti prevladana hermeneutikom kao pristupom znanosti i svijetu. Teza je da prirodne znanosti ne funkcioniraju odvojeno od čovjeka te da su podložne vrijednosnim sudovima kao i humanističke. Potreban je dijalog između jednih i drugih te stalno preispitivanje i tumačenje položaja znanosti i položaja čovjeka u svijetu. Hermeneutika kao razumijevanje svakidašnjosti i konkretnih situacija može pomoći humanistici da iziđe iz krize tako da se ponovo postavi pitanje o čovjeku i njegovu položaju u svakidašnjosti, u kulturnome i društvenome kontekstu. Etička hermeneutika uzima u obzir stav prema stvarima te se kroz brigu, kako je Heidegger zamislio, odnosi prema svijetu i stvarima. Humanistika mora poraditi na tome da vrati u fokus pitanje o čovjeku i njegovoj budućnosti, što je etičko pitanje. Hermeneutika kao angažman može djelovati i izvan institucija kao način pristupa, dijaloga i razumijevanja kodova i simbola.
Ključne riječi: hermeneutika; etika; dijalog; svakidašnjost; znanost; položaj čovjeka; humanistika; prirodne znanosti
DIGITALNI DIJALOG S PARLAMENTOM – PRIMJENA INFORMACĲSKO-KOMUNIKACĲSKE TEHNOLOGĲE U KONTEKSTU PARTICIPACIJE GRAĐANA U ZAKONODAVNOME POSTUPKU
Authors: Struić Gordan
Published: November 2024

Otkako su uzletom informacijsko-komunikacijske tehnologije (IKT) širom otvorena vrata intenzivnijoj participaciji građana u postupcima donošenja odluka, počivajući na većoj pristupačnosti, otvorenosti, transparentnosti, fleksibilnosti i interdisciplinarnosti koja uključuje doprinose, primjerice, iz područja prava, političkih znanosti, ekonomije te informacijskih i komunikacijskih znanosti, njezina implementacija u parlamentarnome kontekstu rezultirala je oblikovanjem novoga koncepta parlamenta, tzv. elektroničkoga ili e-parlamenta. Riječ je o konceptu usredotočenome na korištenje IKT-a kao ključnoga alata za transformaciju temeljnih funkcija parlamenta, pravovremenost donošenja odluka, otvorenost, transparentnost i smanjenje troškova kojim se građanima pruža prilika za digitalni dijalog s parlamentom u cilju njihova utjecaja na zakone i druge propise koji se donose u parlamentu. Imajući u vidu izloženo, u radu se istražuje, prvo, na koji je način u hrvatskome parlamentarnom pravu uređena mogućnost primjene IKT-a u cilju participacije građana u zakonodavnome postupku; drugo, kod kojih je pravno uređenih instrumenata participacije građana u postupku donošenja zakona, kao jednoj od temeljnih funkcija parlamenata, IKT isključivi, a kod kojih tek jedan od mogućih načina njihova ozbiljenja. Služeći se relevantnom literaturom i pravnim okvirom, ali i podatcima koji su javno dostupni na mrežnoj stranici Hrvatskoga sabora, u radu je utvrđeno da hrvatsko parlamentarno pravo općenito predviđa mogućnost primjene IKT-a u cilju participacije građana u zakonodavnome postupku, ali i da ipak postoje stanovite razlike s obzirom na eksplicitnost, odnosno implicitnost načina njezina uređenja te instrumente na koje se odnosi. Nadalje, utvrđeno je da se kod prava na peticiju, informiranja te uključivanja u radne skupine i parlamentarna radna tijela IKT javlja kao jedan od mogućih načina, a kod prava na savjetovanje kao jedini, isključivi način njegova ozbiljenja.
Ključne riječi: informacijsko-komunikacijska tehnologija; internet; participacija; Hrvatski sabor; e-parlament; zakonodavni postupak
IZGUBLJEN U PRIJEVODU: BALETNA ADAPTACIJA ROMANA OPASNE VEZE
Authors: Živković Marija
Published: November 2024

U radu se analizira odnos epistolarnoga romana Opasne veze Pierrea Choderlosa de Laclosa i njegove baletne adaptacije, praizvedene 4. ožujka 2019. godine u Hrvatskome narodnom kazalištu u Zagrebu, u koreografiji i režiji Giorgjia Madije. Komparativnom analizom ključnih sadržajnih i stilskih odrednica tekstualnoga predloška te njihovih scenskih opredmećenja (koreografskih, kostimografskih, scenografskih, glazbenih i rasvjetnih) propituje se – u okviru kazališne semiotike i teorije adaptacije – kongruencija romanesknoga i scenskoga uobličenja. Dolazi se do zaključka da je autor jezični skup znakova uglavnom deficijentno transponirao u kazališni, ponajprije zato što nije pronašao odgovarajuće istovrijednice za pisma kao provodnike radnje i modus karakterizacije likova. Prijevod djelatnih, afektivnih, refleksivnih i drugih sadržajnih razina romana, baš kao i stilsko određenje plesne cjeline, uglavnom su ostali na doslovnoj razini, odnosno na razini simbola: na izvornik asociraju pisma, krinoline, perike, konstrukcija dvorca i drugo, ali ne i prepoznatljivost ključnih sadržajnih točaka romana i karakternih obilježja likova, dok su poveznica s baletom špice, ali ne i optimalno izabran baletni vokabular.
Ključne riječi: Opasne veze; roman; balet; adaptacija; znak; simbol
KOMEMORIRANJE PAPA I BISKUPA U HODONIMIMA HERCEGOVINE
Authors: Korać Dijana , Goluža Božo , Beus Marina
Published: November 2024

Hodonimi su posljednjih desetljeća jedna od poprilično zastupljenih tema različitih znanstvenih istraživanja. Iako ulična nomenklatura prije svega služi za lakšu orijentaciju ljudi u određenome prostoru, ona ima puno dublje simboličko značenje. Budući da se svaka velika društveno-politička promjena manifestira i na izmjeni ulične toponimije, što je očito i na primjeru Hercegovine, nazivi hodonima svakako su u korelaciji s određenom političkom opcijom, čiji je cilj kroz komemoriranje pojedinih osoba i događaja utjecati na kolektivno (selektivno) sjećanje društvene zajednice.
Predmet je našega interesa razdoblje nakon osamostaljenja Bosne i Hercegovine, kada je došlo do veće promjene ulične nomenklature. Tom su prilikom nazivi ulica i trgova, koji su evocirali uspomenu na razne partizanske borce i događaje iz Drugoga svjetskog rata kao i na komunističke političke i kulturne djelatnike, zamijenjeni imenima osoba i događaja iz hrvatske povijesti kojima se nastojalo utjecati na jačanje nacionalne svijesti i kolektivnoga identiteta.
U nazivlju hercegovačkih ulica komemorirana su i imena pojedinih papa i biskupa, a analiza njihove prisutnosti u najnovijoj uličnoj nomenklaturi na području Hercegovine ukazuje na jedan segment kolektivnoga, odnosno selektivnoga sjećanja Hrvata koji žive na ovome području. Analiza obuhvaća dvije hercegovačke županije (Hercegovačko-neretvansku i Zapadnohercegovačku), a temelji se na podatcima iz službenih glasila te mrežnih stranica gradova i općina.
Ključne riječi: papa; biskup; Hercegovina; hodonimi; ulice; trgovi
Enhanced intelligent home automation security system using IoT and cloud computing security on android platform
Authors: Gupta Sumit , Soni Dheresh , Goyal Ankur , Baronia Arpita , Kaushik Shivkant
Published: November 2024

With the aid of cutting-edge technology that makes life easier and more accessible, the world has changed through time to become a better place. With home automation, a number of the home’s components may be controlled remotely. The primary goal of building a wireless, low-cost home automation smart control system was to provide the security, reduce power consumption and enable automated control from a distance. Home automation is a useful concept and offers a number of advantages, including improved comfort and quality of life as well as security in every house by enabling users to manage electrical devices with their fingers within its range. It makes use of the microcontroller, and Wi-Fi is utilized for connection with the application. The paper is exploring the cloud connectivity with embedded board to perform the home automation system along with security based on the basic protocols of IOT. This manuscript proposed a home automation system for intelligent lighting, gas detection, plant watering system, water tank monitoring and password-based home security system. Developed system includes ready-to-deploy software and real-time HTTP and MQTT protocols monitoring through smartphones or PCs.
A traffic-based anomaly detection protocol for security enhancement of nodes in IoT networks
Authors: Haq Shahid Ul , Abbas Ash Mohammad
Published: November 2024

An Internet of Things (IoT) constitutes a network of diverse entities, referred to as ‘things’, interconnected via a wide area network such as the Internet. The extensive connectivity to the broader Internet introduces potential security vulnerabilities within an IoT network. Consequently, there exists a probability of malicious devices targeting the IoT network. As such, it becomes imperative to monitor the behavior of IoT devices to detect and isolate malicious nodes within the network. This paper introduces a traffic-based anomaly detection protocol aimed at enhancing the security of nodes within an IoT network. The protocol’s foundation lies in the traffic generated by devices within the IoT network. The efficacy of the proposed protocol is evaluated through simulation-based performance analysis. The observations indicate a reasonable success rate in the detection of anomalous nodes by the protocol.
A hybrid deep learning and quantum computing approach for optimized encryption algorithms in secure communications
Authors: Al-Alshaikh Halah A. , Poonia Ramesh Chandra , Saudagar Abdul Khader Jilani , Tripathi Kailash Nath
Published: November 2024

As online dangers get worse, there is a greater need for strong encryption methods to protect private conversations. Utilizing the strengths of both deep learning and quantum computing, this study suggests a new mixed method for improving the security of communication systems by making encryption algorithms work better. When it comes to keeping up with new online threats, traditional security methods often fall behind. Deep learning techniques could be a good way to improve encryption algorithms because they let the system learn and change to new attack methods. In the meantime, quantum computing offers unmatched computing power that can completely change how cryptography works by using quantum events like superposition and entanglement. Our suggested method combines the flexibility of deep learning with the computing power of quantum computing to get around the problems with current encryption methods. This will make safe communication systems more resistant to attacks from smart people. Through tests and models, we show that our mixed approach works better and more effectively than current encryption methods. This shows that it has the ability to solve the growing safety problems in a world that is becoming more and more linked.
Enhancing cryptographic robustness through error-correcting codes derived from network graphs
Authors: Ananthakrishnan Gayathri , Ghanimi Hayder M. A. , Pushpa P. , Rao T. K. Rama Krishna , Vedaraj M. , Sengan Sudhakar , Dadheech Pankaj
Published: November 2024

Secure data transmission is essential for securing sensitive data generated in huge volumes in today’s growing digital era. In today’s growing digital world, secure data transfer is essential for securing private information generated in enormous volumes. Data security strategies, called Cyber Security Systems (CSS), are susceptible to errors and other risks that might damage the data’s integrity. While standard Error-Correcting Codes (ECCs) function well for more standard communication errors, they cannot meet the complex rules of cryptographic functions. In order to boost the CSS size, this article provides a detailed approach that develops ECCs from network graph parameters. The error flexibility, computational speed, and use of bandwidth power of the CSS have been designed to be addressed by the graph-based ECCs. The investigation proposes an approach that analyses network graphs and employs information to develop ECCs, which are then integrated into the existing CSS. Compared with standard models, the one recommended performed more successfully when assessed under a range of error scenarios and cryptanalytic attacks.
Even vertex odd mean labeling of some graphs
Authors: Selvaraj R. , Vidyanandini S. , Nayak Soumya Ranjan
Published: November 2024

This work introduces the principle of “an even point (vertex) odd ratio (mean) labeling, which is specifically applied to a graph ‘G’ consisting of ‘p’ vertices and ‘q’ edges. Even point (vertex) odd ratio (mean) labeling is exhibited by a graph G in the presence of an injectionbased function f : V of G → {0, 2, 4, ... 2q – 2, 2q} ensuring that the function derived from it (induced map) g* : E of G→{1, 3, 5, ... 2q – 1} specified by g* (uv) = g(u)+g(v)/2 is a bijection. Graphs that meet these criteria are termed an even point (vertex) odd ratio (mean) graphs. This paper explores the properties of an even point (vertex) odd ratio (mean) labeling in various graph structures.
Antimagic labeling in butterfly and benes networks
Authors: Sarmitha G. , Vidyanandini S. , Nayak Soumya Ranjan
Published: November 2024

This paper focus on the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of Graph Labeling research. In this paper, Antimagic Labeling for Benes and Butterfly networks has been determined. The findings can be utilized to determine the Antimagic Labeling in Interconnection networks where the routing servers acting as its vertices and the connection between them acts as edges to get the best possible solution for building a network with computational power and the ability to send and receive messages over cabled or wireless communication links.
Special Issue on Recent Advancements in Network Security for Sustainable Development
Authors: Poonia` Ramesh Chandra , Upreti Kamal , Jafri Samreen , Bhardwaj` Rishu , Kushwah Virendra Singh , Vats Prashant , Gangwar Divya , Dayal Mohit , Divakaran Prakash
Published: November 2024

The objective of this special issue titled “Recent Advancements in Network Security for Sustainable Development” is to discuss recent advancements of computer network security and to explore the network security concept for its sustainable future. The issue focuses on sustainable computing, with sub-topics covering the applications cyber physical networks, vehicular networks, IoT network security, cryptography & blockchain and quantum computing security. Additionally, the conference explored security mechanisms in the context of sustainability.
Perceived Impact on NCII Competency Integration in the Study of Commercial Cookery Among Grade 10 Students
Authors: Villareal Angeline A. , Balbin Samuel A. , Balbuena Belen B , Averilla Milany M.
Published: November 2024

This study delved into the impact of integrating cognitive and practical skills within the National Certification II (NC II) in Commercial Cookery on student preparedness and assessment outcomes. The objective is to enhance vocational training programs by analyzing the relationships between these variables and identifying areas for improvement. Using an embedded mixed-methods approach, the research combined quantitative and qualitative data for a comprehensive analysis. Surveys were employed to measure cognitive skills, practical skills, preparedness, and assessment performance among NC II students, while qualitative insights were obtained from interviews and focus group discussions with educators and students. Pearson correlation coefficients indicated very high positive correlations between cognitive skills and practical skills (r = 0.929) and between preparedness and assessment outcomes (r = 0.917), with p-values of 0, highlighting the strong interdependence of these variables and their significant impact on educational performance. The study emphasizes the importance of integrating cognitive and practical skills in vocational education, demonstrating that improvements in these areas are closely connected. Additionally, the significant relationship between preparedness and assessment outcomes underscores the need for thorough preparation to achieve better results. Based on these findings, recommendations include developing targeted educational strategies to bolster both cognitive and practical skills and enhancing preparedness efforts. Future research should focus on exploring the longitudinal impacts of these interventions and applying the findings to broader educational contexts to further validate their effectiveness.
Tratamento diferenciado de temas de ciência, tecnologia e sociedade no currículo de ciências do ensino médio das Filipinas
Authors: Bansiong Apler , Ocampo Rosemarie F , Caluza Eartha Mae V. , Rillera Marife B.
Published: November 2024

Curriculum planners contend that the Science-Technology-Society (STS) Approach in Science instruction is one pedagogical practice leading to students' scientific literacy development - the overarching goal of science education.  This study assessed the treatment of STS themes in the Junior High School (JHS) science curriculum, as reflected in textbooks and practiced by science teachers.  Twelve textbooks (from two commercial publishers and the State Textbook Bureau) were analyzed for their treatment of 12 STS themes.  STS-related key concepts, terms, and illustrations were the units of analysis.  Meanwhile, the teachers' treatment was assessed through self - and student assessment.   Results showed that, as a whole, the STS themes emphasized in the textbooks and by the science teachers were consistent.  The two STS themes most emphasized are "Human Health and Diseases" and "Air Quality and the Atmosphere."  Conversely, "Nuclear Reactors" and "War Technology" are the topics least covered.  There was a differential treatment of the STS themes in the three textbooks regarding the STS-related key concepts, keywords, and illustrations.  The same differential treatment was observed across the four grade levels.   The curriculum implementers (i.e., the science teachers) recommended proper treatments of the STS themes.  Finally, a model was developed depicting the differential treatment of the STS themes in the junior high school curriculum.
Bikezy: The Bike Rental System
Authors: Abhijit Khedekar  , Kiran Bhad  , Shubham Ekhande  , Abhay Ganage
Published: November 2024

The Bike Rental System app provides a convenient, digital platform for short-term bike rentals aimed at simplifying access to affordable transportation. Designed for use by commuters, tourists, and recreational users, the app enables users to browse, rent, unlock, and pay for bikes directly from their smartphones. Key features include real-time bike availability, GPS- based tracking, secure payment processing, and user-friendly navigation. By integrating third-party services like map and payment gateways, the app automates inventory management and enhances user experience while offering business insights through rental data analytics. This platform leverages React Native for cross-platform compatibility on iOS and Android, along with a robust backend infrastructure, to ensure performance, scalability, and security. The app supports business growth by streamlining operations, providing data- driven insights, and delivering a reliable, user-focused solution for bike rentals..
Speech Emotion Recognition Using Feedforward Neural Network
Authors: Deepali Sale  , Anand Bhagat  , Pranit Bhalekar  , Rohit Gorde  , Mahendra Gayakwad
Published: November 2024

Speech Emotion Recognition (SER) has gained increasing attention due to its application in fields such as human-computer interaction, healthcare, customer service automation, and affective computing. This review focuses on the application of Deep Neural Networks (DNNs), specifically Feedforward Neural Networks (FNNs), in detecting and classifying emotions from speech signals. Recent advancements in deep learning have significantly enhanced the ability of machines to interpret emotional cues from auditory data. This paper discusses the motivation, objectives, and scope of employing DNN FNN architectures for SER. We also address the technical feasibility and potential of this approach for real-time applications. By reviewing existing literature, this study aims to provide insights into the current progress, challenges, and future prospects of SER systems.
Enhancing Deep Learning Models for Eye Disease Classification
Authors: Patil Pallavi Shamrao  , Dr. Brijendra Gupta
Published: November 2024

Recent advancements in ocular disease recognition leverage deep learning techniques to enhance diagnostic accuracy and accessibility. Convolutional neural networks (CNNs), particularly architectures like VGG-16, VGG-19, and ResNet, have proven effective in identifying conditions such as diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, glaucoma, and corneal diseases using datasets like ODIR and OCT. Studies report high accuracy, such as 97.16% in retinal disease detection with a pruned VGG-16 and 84% with a ResNet-based model for glaucoma detection. Hybrid approaches combining CNNs with traditional classifiers like random forests have improved interpretability and performance. Mobile and lightweight models have further expanded access to diagnostics in resource-constrained environments. Despite these achievements, challenges like data imbalance, overfitting, and computational inefficiencies persist, addressed through techniques such as transfer learning, advanced loss functions, and hierarchical multi-task networks. Vulnerabilities to adversarial attacks and limited generalization capabilities also underscore the need for robust and secure AI models. This survey emphasizes the potential of AI-driven ocular diagnostics to revolutionize early disease detection and management, while highlighting the need for diverse datasets, efficient architectures, and scalable solutions to ensure broader clinical applicability and improved patient care.
A Comprehensive Review of Machine Learning Approaches for Speech Emotion Recognition
Authors: Trupti Dilip Kalokhe  , Prof. Rashmi Kulkarni
Published: November 2024

Speech Emotion Recognition (SER) has become integral to enhancing human-computer interaction, leveraging advanced signal processing and machine learning techniques to analyze emotions in vocal expressions. This review highlights key methods such as Mel Frequency Cepstral Coefficients (MFCCs), Linear Predictive Cepstral Coefficients (LPCCs), and Perceptual Linear Predictive Coefficients (PLPCs) for feature extraction, alongside classification models like Support Vector Machines (SVM), Gaussian Mixture Models (GMM), and deep learning approaches such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN) and Recurrent Neural Networks (RNN). Recent advancements include hybrid models like Deep Belief Networks (DBN)-SVM and multimodal approaches combining speech, text, and facial features to improve accuracy. Applications of SER range from adaptive learning systems and mental health monitoring to real-time safety solutions. Despite progress, challenges such as noise resilience, limited dataset diversity, and emotion overlaps persist. Addressing these with strategies like transfer learning, autoencoders, and ensemble methods, the field continues to evolve toward creating scalable and reliable SER systems. Future research focuses on multimodal integration and refined architectures to enhance generalization and applicability in diverse scenarios.
Self-Help Groups' Contribution to Indian Women's Advancement
Authors: Jyoti  , Dr. Rinki Bharti
Published: November 2024

The important role that Self-Help Groups (SHGs) play in empowering women in India is examined critically in this article. SHGs have become influential grassroots organizations that support women's skill development, financial inclusion, and group decision-making. The paper examines the body of research on how SHGs affect women's social and economic empowerment. The success stories, difficulties, and policy implications of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in improving the lives of Indian women are highlighted in the conversation. The article's conclusion highlights the significance of ongoing assistance and creative strategies to fortify SHGs and guarantee the nation's women's ongoing advancement
Bridging the Gap: A Comprehensive Study on Web-Based Agricultural Machinery Rental Systems
Authors: Dhruv Patwa  , Ujjwal Nikam  , Aryan Bali  , Vishakha Mhaske  , Prof. Swati Dhadake
Published: November 2024

Agriculture is one of the support sectors of the world economy, along with several challenges that render agriculture productivity and income challenging for farmers, particularly in developing nations. This paper fully analyzes integration concerning some of the most advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence(AI), Machine Learning (ML), Internet of things(IoT) and smart agricultural practices to provide effective efficiency and availability for agricultural tools. With a structured literature review, numerous applications in agriculture of AI and ICT, such as precision agriculture, crop monitoring via drone, and management systems are analyzed. Digitalization application would include the article presenting a discussion on renting out, using digital platforms including that of Rent4Farm: Through that platform, agriculture allows resources to be rented appropriately toward generating passive incomes for them. Socioeconomic factors affecting farmers' welfare are also dealt with and supportive policies are called for in terms of removal of the barriers to adoption. The paper suggests a collaborative approach from stakeholders towards promoting sustainable agricultural practices and betterment of the livelihoods of smallholders through innovative solutions offered through the avenues of equipment rental and market access. The findings would therefore indicate that technology in agriculture should enhance productivity and also empower the farmer with know-how on how to make better decisions for such a resilient agricultural sector.
Medicine Supply Chain using Blockchain
Authors: Siddharth Devre  , Geetanshu Agrawal  , Srushti Deore  , Ayush Dahapute  , Prof. Sneha Patil
Published: November 2024

This paper presents a Blockchain-Powered Medicine Supply Chain System aims to improve and enhance transparency, security, and authenticity in pharmaceutical products. This system was developed on a local device using Java and Java Servlet/JSP as the front-end, and JDBC for database connectivity, with MySQL data storage. It applies blockchain technology's decentralized and immutable structure to create a trusted network among diverse stakeholders within the supply chain. This means that in a peer-to-peer blockchain model in which the nodes are connected for the registration of each transaction, no record can be altered or tampered with. It actually scans the QR codes and verifies the product at every level within the supply chain in real time. That way, only authenticated drugs can have a transaction completed while preventing counterfeit drugs from reaching consumers. Its decentralized blockchain network further helps mitigate the issues with the possibility of data tampering or a single point of failure, hence making the system secure against multiple security threats. The system further uses cryptographic methods, such as digital signing and double encryption, to ensure integrity and anonymity to users. This paper discusses technology, system design, and how this blockchain solution offers an efficient supply chain toward the demands of the pharmaceutical industry for safe dispensation of drugs for which consumers eventually gain confidence in later stages.
Moisturizing Cream
Authors: Munde Mahadev More  , Sujit Satpute Govind  , Dr. L. D. Hingane
Published: November 2024

A cream is a preparation usually for application to the skin. Creams are deﬁnes as "a semisolid dosage form containing one or more drug substances dissolved or dispersed in a suitable base
Exploring the Anti-Urolithiatic Potential of White Seeds from Abrus Precatorius Via In Vitro Investigations
Authors: Dr. Deepika A. Dhaware
Published: November 2024

Medicinal plants are a valuable aspect of local heritage with global importance, often used as remedies for various health conditions. Their therapeutic properties are linked to a wide variety of complex chemical compounds, particularly secondary metabolites, found in different plant parts. Identifying the specific components responsible for medicinal effects is essential. Phytochemicals, which are abundant in medicinal plants, are generally considered safer and less toxic compared to synthetic alternatives. In line with this understanding, the present research investigates the in vitro anti-urolithiatic potential of white seeds of Abrusprecatorius. The seeds were chosen for their possible role in treating urolithiasis. Phytochemical screening of the plant extract revealed the presence of compounds such as flavonoids, coumarins, saponins, proteins, glycosides, quinones, and tannins.Two In Vitro assays, Crystal Nucleation and Aggregation, were performed, both with and without inhibitors. The study tested various concentrations of plant extracts (50mg/ml, 100mg/ml, 150mg/ml, 200mg/ml, and 250mg/ml) using four solvents: water, ethanol, chloroform, and petroleum ether, to assess their effect on calcium oxalate (CaOX) crystal formation, which is a primary component of kidney stones.Among the extracts tested, the water extract showed the highest inhibition of nucleation (85%) at a concentration of 250mg/ml. Aqueous, ethanol, and chloroform extracts exhibited notable anti-urolithiatic activity across different concentrations. Crystal aggregation was assessed using a spectrophotometer, and the water extract demonstrated the highest inhibition (78%) at the same concentration. Additionally, the chloroform extract showed significant anti-urolithiatic activity.When comparing extracts, the chloroform extract at 500mg/ml was the most effective in inhibiting the growth of calcium oxalate crystals. Overall, the study highlights the potential of Abrusprecatorius white seed extracts in inhibiting calcium oxalate crystal nucleation, aggregation, and growth, suggesting their potential as a treatment for urolithiasis. These results underscore the value of these extracts as promising agents in managing kidney stones
Mujeres en la Arquitectura de Paisaje: un vacío histórico en América Latina y México
Authors: Narciso Carla Alexandra Filipe
Published: November 2024

La Arquitectura de Paisaje, al igual que la arquitectura y el urbanismo, ha estado marcada por un sesgo de género debido al dominio del patriarcado y el capitalismo, que han invisibilizado el papel de las mujeres en su práctica profesional y académica. Los referentes de la disciplina son mayoritariamente hombres, quienes dominan la enseñanza, la representación política y los lineamientos de diseño, perpetuando una visión sesgada que sigue diseñando para un sujeto universal. Además, este no es solo un problema de género, sino también de clase.¿Dónde están las mujeres arquitectas paisajistas? ¿Por qué no se reconoce su trabajo? ¿Qué implica que las arquitectas paisajistas no diseñen desde una perspectiva de género? Este trabajo busca visibilizar y reconocer su aporte a la disciplina, tanto a nivel global como en Latinoamérica y particularmente en México, utilizando la genealogía feminista.
Housing the unexpected: Kruisplein project in Rotterdam by Mecanoo/Francine Houben (1981-1985)
Authors: Martínez-Millana Elena
Published: November 2024

Francine Houben was a student at the Faculteit Bouwkunde, Technische Hoogeschool Delft, when designed the Kruisplein project together with her classmates Henk Döll and Roelf Steenhuis, between the years 1980 and 1983. The youth housing competition “Jongerenhuisvesting Kruisplein Rotterdam” was held by the Projektegroep ‘Het Oude Westen’ and the Maatschappij Volkswoningen, both in Rotterdam, and consisted of two rounds. This research analyses the Kruisplein project regarding the competition process, studying both the first and second versions presented in 1980 and 1982, and considering the academic context to which they were still linked when they designed it. Together they presented their graduation report at the TH Delft “Woning en normering. De rol van het architectonisch ontwerp” on housing and norms in 1984. This was also the year in which they founded their office ‘Architektengroep Mecanoo’, and the realisation of the project began. For them, Kruisplein’s project was their start to pursue “a fundamental renewal of Dutch domestic architecture”, introducing the concept of “neutral dwelling”. This paper shows to what extent Mecanoo’s Kruisplein project was able to offer a different perspective about the competition’s programme itself but ultimately on how the problem of housing “special” groups such as the “youth” was pursued at the time.
Reinterpretación de patrones como archivos: La indumentaria de diseñadoras como artefactos creativos
Authors: Puig Gómez Anita Maria
Published: November 2024

Este trabajo, destaca la importancia de preservar indumentaria creada por las mujeres diseñadoras modernas, como parte integrante de su labor profesional. El proceso de recuperación y reconstrucción de estas prendas, puso de manifiesto que la práctica de la arquitectura se vio enriquecida por la coexistencia de conocimientos de corte y confección. Este descubrimiento puso de manifiesto la interconexión de ambas disciplinas dentro de un mismo proceso creativo, mostrando un lenguaje abstracto unificado. Su reconstrucción reveló una narrativa de diseño cohesiva en la que ambos aspectos se fusionaban, demostrando coherencia con las creaciones arquitectónicas de los arquitectas.No obstante, la escasez de materiales de indumentaria conservados pertenecientes a estas arquitectas, junto con su limitada inclusión en exposiciones o registros de archivo, subraya la necesidad de priorizar su salvaguarda. Estas prendas representan valiosos recursos para comprender mejor el mundo creativo de estas arquitectas, por lo tanto, es crucial reorganizar y tratar estos materiales como parte de un archivo exhaustivo.
Marriage and the school of architecture in the 1940s: the case of Bixa (Lisbon, 1926-)
Authors: Matos Silva Leonor
Published: November 2024

This paper is about the oldest woman architect alive in Portugal (Lisbon, 1926-); B., the initial of the petit nom she was given as a child, entered the architecture course at the former Lisbon School of Fine Arts (EBAL) in 1944 and finished it in 1950.This was not common at the time. In Portugal, in the 1940s, a woman’s role was generally that of housewife and caretaker. Having a degree beyond 17 was an exception attributed to upper-class and cultivated families. However, B. faced two significant opposite influences in her journey with architecture. First, her father, the painter Jaime Martins Barata, used pressure on her to study architecture. Second, her marriage to another student from the same school led her to step away from actively practicing architecture and prevented her from completing the final examination (CODA) required for taking on actual responsibility over projects.This peculiar discrepancy between her married life and her father’s wish takes us to question Portuguese’s society generation gap of the 1940s.Today, B. is recognised for her lifelong talent in craftwork and, above all, as an illustrator. What influence did her marriage have on the vocational direction of her life? Was architecture school just an occupation?