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The potential of chives, wild garlic, and garlic plant extracts in suppression of bacterial growth
Authors: Hamidović Saud , Čakić Emina , Bašić Fejzo , Stojanova Monika , Lalević Blažo
Published: May 2023

Food spoilage is phenomenon associated with occurence of the microorganisms in agricultural products. Due to the ability of several microorganisms to colonize plant material, agrochemicals were proposed to suppress bacterial growth. However, overuse of agrochemicals has detrimental impact on environmental quality. Therefore, the objective of this research was to evaluate the potential of aqueous extracts of garlic (Allium sativum L.), wild garlic (Allium ursinum L.), and chives (Allium schoenoprasum L.) to suppress the growth of Enterococcus faecalis and Escherichia coli. The antimicrobial activity of these plant extracts was determined using the disc diffusion method. Mueller-Hinton agar was inoculated with bacterial inoculum; six filter paper disks, impregnated with 15 μl aqueous extract (1, 2 and 4%), were placed on each agar surface. The Petri dishes were incubated at 37 °C for 24 hours. The diameter of the zone of inhibition was measured and expressed in millimeters (mm). Almost all aqueous extracts showed a negligible effect on the growth of E. coli and E. faecalis. Significant suppression of bacterial growth compared with other treatments was observed with the aqueous extract of wild garlic at a concentration of 4%. This research confirms the potential of wild garlic extract in suppression of potential pathogens.
Pregled pripravaka za zaštitu bilja i ostalih proizvoda prikladnih za ekološku proizvodnju
Authors: Orešković Matej , Galić Andrijana
Published: May 2023

Ekološka sredstva za zaštitu bilja 2023. sadrži pregled amaterskih i profesionalnih sredstava za zaštitu bilja, ojačivača, feromona, repelenata i drugih proizvoda pogodnih za korištenje u ekološkoj proizvodnji. U pregledu su navedene formulacije, djelatne tvari, proizvođač/distributer te način primjene proizvoda. S obzirom da je ekološka proizvodnja zahtjevna, te je potrebno koristiti certificirane proizvode, preporuka je unaprijed tražiti eko certifikat od proizvođača ili trgovca. Svaka primjena sredstava za zaštitu bilja, kao i drugih proizvoda na bilo koji drugi način od navedenog u uputi za korištenje i na etiketi obavlja se isključivo na vlastitu odgovornost.
The RICOSRE-FC potential in improving high school students' critical thinking skills
Authors: Hardianto Hardianto , Mahanal Susriyati , Zubaidah Siti
Published: May 2023

Critical thinking skills are essential 21st-century skills to improve using innovative learning. This study aimed to determine the influence of the RICOSRE-FC model in improving the critical thinking skills of high school students in biology learning. The type of research used is a quasy experiment. The population in this study was all students of class XI MIPA SMAN in Soppeng, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The classes used for the research sample were 6 classes, 2 classes were taught with the RICOSRE-FC model as an experimental group, 2 classes were taught with the RICOSRE model as a positive control group, and conventional learning as a negative control group. The sample was determined using random sampling techniques. The instrument used is an integrated critical thinking skills test essay test with a scoring rubric of 0-5. Data analysis with the one-way ANCOVA test continued with the LSD test. The results of the one-way ANCOVA test show that a p-level score of 0.00<0.05 means that the learning model affects students' critical thinking skills. RICOSRE-FC has the highest corrected average of 77,349, which shows that the RICOSRE-FC model can potentially to empower students' critical thinking skills.
Biochemical identification of endophytic bacteria isolates from medicinal plant kayu jawa lannea coromandelica (houtt.) merr
Authors: Astuty Eka , Rahman Indas Wari , Yunita Melda
Published: May 2023

Medicinal plants and their endophytes are a source of valuable bioactive compounds and their secondary metabolites which contribute to more than 80% of natural medicines available in the market. A plant that has long been used as a traditional medicinal herb for healing is the Kayu Jawa (Lannea coromandelica (Houtt) Merr). This study aimed to characterization and identification of endophytic bacterial isolates isolated from medicinal plants Kayu Jawa (L. coromandelica (Houtt.) Merr). This research is a laboratory experimental research. In total, 8 isolates were selected as representatives of the bacterial community living in the tissues of Kayu Jawa (L. coromandelica (Houtt.) Merr). The microscopic observation was performed by Gram staining. Biochemical identification was conducted using Vitek 2. The results showed that Bacillus was the dominant genus in this study followed by Staphylococcus and Pantoea. Based on the research that has been done, it can be concluded that the endophytic bacteria isolated from Kayu Jawa Lannea coromandelica (Houtt) Merr, six isolates belonging to Bacillus and another two belonging to Staphylococcus and Pantoea genera. However, for the exploration of this prospective application, it is very important to do a systematic study of the biological and distribution of endophytic bacteria in the host.
Effect of liquid organic fertilizer on growth and yield of rice varieties in rainfed field
Authors: Saroyo Bayu Martedy Adji , Sasli Iwan , Abdurrahman Tatang
Published: May 2023

Rice is a superior crop that is cultivated and increased in productivity. Increasing rice productivity is done in an efficient way, especially in rainfed land, namely the addition of Liquid Organic Fertilizer (LOF) and variety selection. The purpose of the study was to determine the effect of LOF, the effect of interaction between LOF and varieties on growth. This research is experimental using the RAK split plot method consisting of two factors. The first factor is LOF consisting of fermented banana stump, coconut fiber, bamboo shoots and maja fruit as the main plot with 2 levels of treatment, namely without LOF and with LOF. The second factor is rice varieties as subplots with 5 treatment levels. Combination of 2 levels of LOF and 5 levels of rice varieties. The number of sapling, net assimilation rate, and relative growth rate of rice with LOF were significantly different from those without LOF. The provision of LOF on the Inpari Sidenuk variety has the highest average number of sapling, which is 18 stems and is significantly different from the treatment without LOF which has an average number of tillers of 15.40 stems. So that the provision of LOF provides growth on rainfed land.
Development of student worksheets based on STEM and religion in digestive system materials
Authors: Abdullah Zuhair , Istiqomah Tresia , Sari Ratna
Published: May 2023

Integration of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) with religious values in learning is important to do so that material can be conveyed more thoroughly in aspects of students’ lives. So, this study aims to: first, produce and describe STEM-Religion-based worksheets on digestive system materials; second determine the feasibility level of the worksheet developed. This research method uses research and development methods using Analysis Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation (ADDIE) model. The results of this study are: first, elements of science were developed in the matter of nutritional content, elements of technology were developed in material processing technology and food safety, elements of engineering were developed in the process of designing healthy menus, mathematical elements were developed by calculating calorie needs and food preparation costs. The addition of religion element is divided into 3 sub-topics, namely the topic of the concept of halalan thayyiban food, eating and drinking etiquette according to Islam, and eating portions in Islam. Second, the average product assessment by validators on a scale of five obtained a score of 4.2 with a very good category, so it can be concluded that the developed worksheet is feasible to use.
Development of interactive multimedia in improving the ability to think logically in cell concepts
Authors: Rosamsi Saiman , Miarsyah Mieke , Ristanto Rizhal Hendi , Nurdiani Nia
Published: May 2023

This research is motivated by educators who do not optimize learning media in teaching biology in high school, so this will have an impact on students' thinking skills at a concrete level. This study aims to develop learning and the application of multimedia to improve students' thinking power. This study uses the Borg and Gall development model through the stages of research and information gathering, planning, initial product development, initial field trials, main product revisions, main field trials, product revision operations, operational field trials, final product revisions, outreach, and implementation. Follow-up research combined with quasi-experimental research. This multimedia validation involves media experts, content experts, and linguists as well as students. The research instrument used was in the form of multiple-choice questions. The development results have been assessed by expert judgment. The developed multimedia learning can be used well at the high school level in Class XI IPA and is classified as very good. The results obtained for improving students' thinking skills in biology learning can be used in the learning process by obtaining the results of increasing students' thinking skills.
Biology learning evaluation module development based on higher order thinking skills and local wisdom value
Authors: Fajar Najmiatul , Suryani Rima Dwi
Published: May 2023

Modules are teaching materials that can support learning objectives. Modules can be studied independently so they are very helpful for lecturers in teaching. The purpose of this study was to determine the validity and practicality of the Biology Learning Evaluation Module based on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) and Local Wisdom values at IAIN Batusangkar. This research uses the type of R&D research with the 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, and Disseminate). The results of the due diligence were obtained from the results of expert validation with a score was 84.85% (very valid), while practical results obtained a score was 87.20% (very practical) from students and a score was 92.5% (very practical) from lecturers. So it can be concluded that the Biology Learning Evaluation Module based on Higher Order Thinking Skills and Local Wisdom Values is very feasible and very practical to use in the learning process of evaluating biology learning...
Student response to the development of android-based interactive multimedia on mushroom materials in high school
Authors: Wulandari Veni , Aunurrahman Aunurrahman , Astuti Indri
Published: May 2023

The current development of science and technology demands learning that is easily accessible to students. The presence of technology in learning biology is very important in improving the quality of learning. One of the technologies that can be used in biology learning is Android-based interactive multimedia. The purpose of this study was to determine student responses to android-based interactive multimedia on mushroom material in high school so that learning biology using these learning applications can develop properly according to student needs. This research is quantitative descriptive. The data collection technique used a response questionnaire which contained 5 aspects and 21 statement items (validity results Vcount (1.00) ≥ Vtable (1.00)). The five aspects of the student response questionnaire used were fun, interest, liveliness, ease and interest. The results showed that the student responses in the field trial class were in the "Very Good" category with an average of 97.3. Thus it can be concluded that the android-based interactive multimedia application on mushroom material has received a positive response from students and is practically used as a medium to help students in learning ease and interest..
Inventory of potential spice plants as care cosmetics
Authors: Wahyuni Florentina Rahayu Esti , Bustami Yakobus , Ege Benediktus
Published: May 2023

This research is motivated by the absence of previous research that examines the use of spice plants as care cosmetics by the people of Belonsat Village. This result can make vanished of knowledge about the efficacy of spice plants as care cosmetics, so it is necessary to have a instrument used to document in writing about spice plants used as care cosmetics by the people of Belonsat Village. This study aims to 1) identify the types of spice plants that are used as care cosmetics, 2) identify parts of spice plants that are used as care cosmetics, 3) identify how to use them as care cosmetics. The research uses a qualitative descriptive approach, the research method used is a survey. The source of the data from this research was obtained from the main informant who also served as a key informant. Data obtained through in-depth interviews and participatory observation. The results of an interview with a key informant as well as a key informant showed that there were 11 species of spice plants that have the potential as care cosmetics. These spice plants include: basil, cardamom, kencur, temu giring, ginger emprit (ginger rice), elephant ginger, red ginger, temulawak, lime, orange chili sauce, and garlic. There are uses that are singular, there are also those that must be combined.
ANALISIS YURIDIS TERHADAP KORBAN KEKERASAN SEKSUAL DI LINGKUNGAN KELUARGA MENURUT PERSPEKTIF UNDANG-UNDANG NOMOR 23 TAHUN 2002 JUNCTO UNDANG-UNDANG NOMOR 35 TAHUN 2014 TENTANG PERLINDUNGAN ANAK JUNCTO UNDANG-UNDANG NOMOR 12 TAHUN 2022 TENTANG TINDAK PIDAN
Authors: Zuraidah Zuraidah , Kekhususan Pidana 2022 Team
Published: May 2023

With the existence of laws and regulations regarding sexual violence against children, Indonesia will be able to overcome all problems regarding children, especially sexual violence. The purpose of this research is to analyze the extent of the law in the application of protection and recovery for children who are in conflict with the law, in this case, sexual violence committed by relatives and their own family, and the factors that influence it. This research is normative (doctrinal) research. The results of this study indicate that in the legal analysis of child protection in the urgency of the child as a gift in the family, all efforts are made to create conditions so that every child can exercise his rights and obligations and encourage normal development and growth of children physically, mentally and socially. Furthermore, the results of the research show that the main factors in the recovery of the child are law enforcement, the condition of the child, government facilities in handling post-violence recovery, and the last one in the family as the main actor. Therefore, the role of the government should be more embracing children who are victims of their own family's disrepute.
PERAN PENGADILAN AGAMA KOTA BANJAR SEBAGAI PENEGAK HUKUM DALAM PENANGANAN DAN PENANGGULANGAN PERCERAIAN
Authors: Eko Syukri Mulyadi
Published: May 2023

Sebelum sidang pengadilan, baik Pengadilan Negeri bagi non-Muslim atau Pengadilan Agama bagi Muslim, perceraian adalah proses dimana seorang pria dan seorang wanita sebagai suami istri melepaskan ikatan pernikahan. Sementara itu, pengertian pisah menurut ketentuan umum adalah batalnya perkawinan oleh pilihan penguasa yang ditunjuk atas permintaan salah satu majelis dalam perkawinan itu. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mempelajari lebih lanjut tentang tantangan yang terkait dengan perceraian, serta penyebab utama dan tanggung jawab Pengadilan Agama Kota Banjar sebagai pelaksana kekuasaan kehakiman. Metodenya adalah sumber data primer berasal dari peraturan perundang-undangan, sumber data sekunder berasal dari buku dan literatur lainnya, dan sumber data berasal dari sumber, dokumen. Menurut temuan penelitian, salah satu faktor yang menyebabkan terjadinya perceraian di Pengadilan Agama Kota Banjar adalah pertengkaran terus-menerus yang diikuti oleh faktor ekonomi.

Kata Kunci: Peran; Pengadilan Agama; Penanganan; Perceraian.
Annex
Authors: Imperio Alessandra , Seitz Simone
Published: May 2023

Positioning of Children in Research on Assessment Practices in Primary School - Annex
#Widerstand. Erfahrungen von Sexismus und Rassismus in den Biografien junger Frauen of Color und ihre öffentliche Artikulation in sozialen Medien
Authors: Hinrichsen Merle
Published: May 2023

Davon ausgehend, dass der digitale Wandel folgenreich für Subjekte und ihre Lebenswelten ist, untersucht der Beitrag aus einer intersektionalen und biografieanalytischen Perspektive die biografische Bedeutung von Selbstpräsentationen in sozialen Medien für den Widerstand gegen erfahrenen Sexismus und Rassismus. Soziale Medien werden dabei als Kontext der (Re-)Produktion und Irritation von Macht- und Ungleichheitsverhältnissen betrachtet. Entlang der Biografien junger Frauen of Color und ihrer Instagram-Posts wird am Beispiel zweier Fallstudien empirisch gezeigt, wie die digitalen Selbstpräsentationen in Biografien eingeflochten sind und welche Möglichkeiten für Selbstkonstruktionen und Widerstand, aber auch, welche Risiken und Begrenzungen mit ihnen verbunden sind.
Der Preis von Mutterschaft – die Lohnlücke zwischen Frauen mit und ohne Kinder in Ost- und Westdeutschland
Authors: Lawitzky Corinna , Weyh Antje
Published: May 2023

Die vorliegende Studie analysiert die Lohnlücke zwischen Frauen mit und ohne Kinder vor dem Hintergrund unterschiedlicher gesellschaftlicher Rollenbilder in Ost- und Westdeutschland. Die Datengrundlage bildet die Beschäftigtenhistorik des Instituts für Arbeitsmarkt- und Berufsforschung, die Angaben zu allen sozialversicherungspflichtig Beschäftigten in Deutschland enthält. Vollzeitbeschäftigte Frauen mit Kindern verdienen weniger als Frauen ohne Kinder, wobei dieser Lohnunterschied in Westdeutschland deutlich größer ausfällt als in Ostdeutschland. Mittels einer Oaxaca-Blinder-Zerlegung weisen wir wichtige Einflussfaktoren aus und können einen bereinigten Lohnunterschied ermitteln. Dabei deuten die Ergebnisse der Zerlegungen darauf hin, dass historische Unterschiede bezüglich der gesellschaftlichen Leitbilder zur Mutterrolle in Ost- und Westdeutschland weiterhin bestehen. Die Abkehr vom traditionellen Bild der Mutterrolle ist somit nach wie vor relevant für den Abbau des Lohnnachteils für Mütter.
The equality agenda: a clear case of smoke and mirrors
Authors: Canning Una
Published: May 2023

In his book _The madness of crowds: gender, race and identity_ the author Douglas Murray (2020) suggests that much of contemporary society is obsessed with a particular idea of diversity and equality that is all-encompassing and all-consuming. He argues that this obsession is propagated: ‘from the top of government and through almost every institution in our societies today’ and is written into all employment law and employment policies. Embedded also in current social policy, it is a view, he argues, that propagates the belief that ‘everybody is the same above the neck’ and that: ‘everybody is equal and […] given the right encouragement and opportunity, everybody can be whatever they want; that life is entirely about environment, opportunity, and privilege.’ In this work, I trace the broad outline of the emerging equality agenda as it occurred in America and the UK with a particular emphasis on Northern Ireland and argue that Murray (2020) is wrong in his assessment. The work highlights the differences between the two countries and claims that equality of opportunity, understood here as improved education, healthcare, childcare etc. and equality of outcome, are more rhetoric than reality.
Desarrollo sostenible: la sobriedad como clave para la implantación de una ecología integral
Authors: De Sousa Vilas Boas Susana
Published: May 2023

A la luz de la Encíclica Laudato Si' del Papa Francisco, defenderé la necesidad y la urgencia de implantar una ecocultura que haga posible vivir el presente y mirar al futuro más allá del miedo a la destrucción. Esta será posible Gracias a la sobriedad. Esta ecocultura será capaz de generar una acción de compasión por la Creación libre de desesperación o fatalismo, ya sean de índole económica o vinculados al equilibrio de los ecosistemas. Esta acción marcada por la sobriedad se basa en la autoconciencia humana. Cuando el ser humano se comprende a sí mismo como parte integrante de la Creación, sufre con ella cada vez que la destrucción sale victoriosa. En una ecocultura, el ser humano reasume su papel original en la Creación, abandonando toda ambición e intento de superioridad y buscará en su lugar el bien común de la Creación. Lo alentará a través del progreso técnico, las políticas y las relaciones sociales, entendidas estas como aliadas en la salvaguarda de la casa común y nunca sacrificadoras de la ecología integral.
Cooperación, entre pelo y (anti)racismo
Authors: Amador-Rodríguez Belén , Gómez-Abeledo Guadalupe , Anta-Félez José Luis , Sánchez-Miranda María del Carmen
Published: May 2023

La internacionalización es uno de los objetivos de la Educación Superior, aspecto abordado en relación a la iniciativa “El pelo/cabello es epistemología”, actividad de participación binacional, con el (re)conocimiento de temas de estudio tan relevantes como poder, pelo/cabello, feminismo y (anti)racismo. Realizamos la sistematización de un intercambio de experiencias entre la Universidad Técnica “Luis Vargas Torres” de Esmeraldas (Ecuador) y la Universidad de Jaén (España), a través de un proceso iniciado “desde abajo” y que ha propuesto otra forma de cooperar. La metodología ha rodeado el artivismo desde una decidida posición (anti)racista y feminista. El objetivo ha sido crear un espacio activista de cooperación para compartir proyectos de intervención e investigación que innovasen y tuvieran compromiso con el territorio, partiendo del conflicto que produce el pelo/cabello asociado a “raza” y ésta al poder, triangulación extrapolable a otros sures de fuerte evidencia sociocultural en el impacto de la acción (anti)racista.
rise and fall of St. Louis Encephalitis Virus in Florida
Authors: Day Johnathan
Published: May 2023

St. Louis encephalitis virus has had a fascinating history in Florida. The virus was introduced into the Miami area in the early 1950s. This introduction resulted in two human outbreaks, one in 1952 and a second in 1958. Three urban SLE epidemics were reported in the Tampa Bay area in 1959, 1961, and 1962. The virus virtually disappeared from the state until 1977 when a widespread rural SLE epidemic was reported in 20 Florida counties with 110 confirmed human cases. An almost identical rural SLE epidemic was reported in 1990 when 226 human SLE cases were reported in 28 Florida counties. Following the introduction of West Nile virus into Florida in 2001, reports of SLEV transmission to sentinel chickens and humans decreased dramatically. Except for a 2014 focal outbreak of two SLE cases in Duval County, only sporadic transmission of SLEV to humans and sentinel chickens was reported in the state between 1998 and 2022.
EFFECT OF NOZZLE ORIENTATION ON DISPERSION OF TRUCK MOUNTED ULTRA LOW VOLUME SPRAY AT DIFFERENT HEIGHTS AND DISTANCES
Authors: Farooq Muhammad , Xue Rui-De , Bibbs Christopher , Cilek James , SMOLEROFF STEVEN
Published: May 2023

A field evaluation study was conducted to understand the dispersion of spray from a truck-mounted ultra-low-volume (ULV) sprayer when released with the nozzle oriented at the conventional angle of 45° in addition to 22° and 0° with respect to ground surface. The study was conducted in an open grassy field at the Anastasia Mosquito Control District by applying Aqualuer™ 20-20 at the highest label application rate. Mortality of caged female Aedes aegypti was tested at 1.5, 3.0, 6.0, and 8.5 m heights at 0, 30, 60, and 90 m from the spray line. Spray trials were conducted during early morning hours and all test groups were replicated three times over different days. During these evaluations higher mortality was recorded from the 22° and 0° nozzle orientations up to 30 m from the spray line and at heights up to 3 m. The conventional nozzle orientation of 45° provided the greatest mortality 30 m from application source at heights of 6.0 and 8.5 m.
IN-HOUSE TESTING OF MOSQUITO POOLS FOR WEST NILE VIRUS USING COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE IMMUNOASSAY AND REAL-TIME REVERSE-TRANSCRIPTASE POLYMERASE CHAIN REACTION KITS
Authors: Lucas Keira , Heinig Rebecca
Published: May 2023

Arbovirus surveillance methods are an integral part of integrated mosquito management programs, providing information on arboviral presence, location, and transmission potential. For many vector control agencies, surveillance entails collecting vector mosquito species from the field and testing representative mosquito pools using commercially available immunoassays or real-time reverse transcriptase polymerase chain reaction test kits. In 2016, the Collier Mosquito Control District established an in-house arbovirus surveillance program to screen mosquitoes for a variety of diseases, including the endemic arbovirus, West Nile virus (WNV). Although guidance on interpreting test results is provided by the manufacturer, end users of commercial test kits are encouraged to establish their own cut-off values signifying an arbovirus positive mosquito pool. Here we report the Collier Mosquito Control District’s efforts to develop cut-off values for mosquito pools using two commercially available WNV test kits.
FIELD EVALUATION OF AUTOCIDAL GRAVID OVITRAP AND SIRENIX TRAP AGAINST CONTAINER INHABITING MOSQUITOES IN SAINT AUGUSTINE, NORTHEASTERN FLORIDA
Authors: SMOLEROFF STEVEN , AUTRY DENA , ARYAPREMA VINDHYA , Xue Rui-De , Qualls WHITNEY
Published: May 2023

Mosquito control programs are utilizing cost-effective long-term autocidal traps targeting the gravid population of container-inhabiting and other mosquito species, with the aim of reducing vector populations and disease transmission risk. In this field study we directly compared the efficacy of two autocidal trap types-the Autocidal Gravid Ovitrap (AGO) and SIRENIX mosquito trap in reducing mosquito abundances in St. Augustine, Florida to a control only site that had no autocidal traps deployed. Pre-treatment (wk1-4) and post-treatment (wk 5-14) adult mosquitoes were captured in all three sites using BG traps baited with BG lure and dry ice. Pre- and post-treatment trap counts of Aedes aegypti, Aedes albopictus, Culex quinquefasciatus, and total mosquitoes (three species together) were compared to determine significant changes in abundance. Percent reduction in abundance of each species/group at the two trap sites were calculated to evaluate the trap efficacy at controlling Aedes and Culex container mosquitoes. Aedes albopictus populations were significantly reduced (86.6%) at the SIRENIX site compared to the populations at the AGO site (67.7% reduction). Ae. aegypti populations were reduced by 72.4% at the SIRENIX site compared to 25% at the AGO site. Culex quinquefasciatus population reduction at the SIRENIX site was 59.6% compared to 11.8% at the AGO site. The total mosquito group had only 45.1% and 10.3% reduction at the SIRENIX and AGO sites, respectively. Furthers studies conducted across the entire mosquito season would be required for full understanding of the effectiveness of these traps.
EFFECT OF VEGETATION PATTERNS ON EFFICACY OF A GROUND ULV SPRAY OF AQUARESLIN® AGAINST A NATURAL POPULATION OF CULEX PIPIENS PALLENS
Authors: WANG ZHONG-MING , DONG YAN-DE , LI CHUN-XIAO , XUE RUI-DE , YU JING , XING DAN , ZHANG XIAO-LONG , ZHANG YONG , YING TONG , ZENG XIAO-PENG , ZHAO TONG-YAN
Published: May 2023

A field study was conducted to evaluate control efficacy of ground ultra-low-volume (ULV applications (Aquareslin® against a natural population of Culex pipiens pallens in three different vegetation areas (dense, open (grassland, and sparsely vegetated in Changping county, Beijing City, China. Over 80% population decline rates (PDRs were achieved from the different vegetation levels. Significantly higher PDR was achieved in the sparsely vegetated habitat compared to the dense and open habitats. Significant higher reduction (% of parity in female mosquitoes was found in the open grassland and sparse vegetation level, compared with the dense vegetation level. Control efficacy of ground ULV spray against a natural population of Cx. pipiens pallens was impacted by the different vegetation levels.
USING BG LURE VERSUS NON-ATTRACTANT IN STICKY TRAPS TO EVALUATE EFFECTIVENESS OF COLLECTING EYE GNATS (DIPTERA: CHLOROPIDAE: LIOHIPPELATES SPP.)
Authors: POGUE MICHAEL , XUE RUI-DE , ZHANG QING-HE
Published: May 2023

Increased number of eye gnats often cause a nuisance problem in St. Johns County, Florida, during spring and summer. Anastasia Mosquito Control District, St. Augustine often receives service requests and complaints about the eye gnat problem. Evaluation of traps is critically important for surveillance and control of nuisance eye gnats. This study was conducted to determine if sticky traps (RESCUE!® TrapStik for Flies) baited with BG Lure were more attractive to eye gnats than sticky traps without bait in Elkton, northeastern Florida. The results showed that sticky traps baited with BG Lure were more attractive to eye gnats than unbaited traps, which could be considered as a tool for surveillance and control of eye gnats.
Incarnation and Covenant in the Prologue to the Fourth Gospel (John 1:1-18)
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Paroschi Wilson
Published: May 2023

Most scholars would agree that the Prologue to the Fourth Gospel--as John 1:1-8 is usually called--introduces Jesus Christ as a divine, pre-existent being who at a certain point in time was made flesh and lived among humans. No agreement, however, exists on the point in the narrative at which the shift from one state to the other takes place. As John the Baptist is mentioned in vss. 6-8, many think that the following verses refer to the ministry of the incarnate Christ, while others, struck by the explicitness of vs. 14, argue that this verse marks the transition from pre-existence to incarnation. Some try to combine both views and argue that the central section of the Prologue (vss. 6-13) describes what they call the activity of the pre-incarnate Christ in Old Testament times. There are also those who, not impressed either by vss. 6-8 or vs. 14, contend that it is only the first three verses of the Prologue that necessarily refer to the pre-existent Christ. For a few interpreters the entire Prologue is about the incarnate Christ. By making a detailed and comprehensive analysis of this issue and evaluating all differing views, the dissertation is intended to establish exactly at what point the Prologue begins to speak about the incarnate Christ. The analysis is based on the Prologue's present form and organization, and presupposes its coherence and unity. Three main chapters form the bulk of this study. These correspond to the natural divisions of the Prologue (vss. 1-5; vss. 6-13; vss. 14-18) and to a certain extent to the various views on the point of incarnation. The first main chapter (chapter 2) considers the incarnation in vss. 1-5 and concludes that there is no evidence to support the claim that thetransition from pre-existence to incarnation occurs either in vs. 4 or in vs. 5, and much less that the entire Prologue is about the incarnate Christ. The perspective of these verses is fundamentally cosmological and, as such, they refer to the pre-existent Christ. Chapter 3 addresses the question whether vss. 6-3 describe the ministry of the pre-incarnate Christ in the Old Testament period. The conclusion is that they describe the historical ministry of Jesus Christ, whose coming into the world--the point of the incarnation--is mentioned in vs. 9, though the modality of his coming is not spelled out until vs. 14. The last chapter establishes the meaning of vs. 14 in view of an incarnational interpretation of vss. 6-13. This verse, together with vss. 15-18, is not meant to announce the incarnation proper, but rather to express its theological significance, which is based on the covenantal traditions of the exodus story and later prophetic expectations. It consists of a radical affirmation that the new, eschatological era of salvation has been inaugurated with the incarnation of Jesus Christ.
Amish Childbearing Beliefs and Practices and the Implications for Nurse-Midwives as Servant-Leader Care Providers
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Wickwire Victoria
Published: May 2023

Problem. The knowledge, beliefs, and practices associated with childbearing among Amish women from their perspective are not widely known. The available research on Amish childbearing health practices does indicate that these women are at high risk for problems during the childbearing period. This indication, coupled with both a general mistrust of outsiders and the Amish separateness from society at large, creates opportunities for misunderstandings. These misunderstandings in turn have created challenges for care providers outside the Amish culture who are seeking research-based knowledge about what constitutes culturally congruent childbearing care from the Amish woman's perspective. It is unknown how using a Servant-Leadership model to provide care in a culturally congruent manner could decrease misunderstandings and build mutual trust and respect so that opportunities for risk reduction during childbearing may be realized. Method. A qualitative ethnographic design was chosen to facilitate exploration and understanding of Amish women’s perceptions of their childbearing beliefs and practices, as well as the implications for care providers who seek to provide care in a culturally congruent manner. The characteristics that are central to a meaningful practice of Servant-Leadership were explored using an ethnographic approach. The use of semi-structured interview questions and field observation assisted in exploring the constructs of the three research questions. These explorations and analysis of the data were discussed and conceptualized through ease study representation. - Results. The 10 guiding principles of Servant-Leadership were found to be congruent with the Amish ways as stated from the perspective of these Amish women. Utilizing these principles afforded opportunities for nurse-midwives as Servant-Leader care providers to positively impact the childbearing health care of the Amish women in this community by facilitating educational opportunities during childbearing. - Conclusions. The 10 guiding principles of Servant-Leadership facilitated the construction of the Concept of Care Model which supplies the non-Amish care provider a visual aid to incorporate when planning provision of culturally congruent care to Amish women. The model includes caring, culturally sensitive, and informed concepts geared toward solidifying a congruent partnership between the two different cultures. The Servant- Leader model provided a framework from which both the Amish childbearing woman and the nurse midwife felt comfortable to apply the 10 characteristics of Servant- Leadership, incorporating these culture-caring principles as needed into their care plan to build a trusting relationship.
A Critique of the Urban Mission of the Church in the Light of an Emerging Postmodern Condition
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Goncalves Kleber
Published: May 2023

The world is becoming an urban society. The urban expansion witnessed during the twentieth century and continuing into the twenty-first century is unprecedented in the history of the human civilization. Simultaneously, the Western world faces the paradigm shift from the modern era to a postmodern condition. Both movements have remarkable implications for the mission of the church in urbanized, postmodernizing societies. Shaped by the modern worldview, the church is now further ostracized by the postmodern condition. While the literature of urban mission has grown in the past few years, very little consideration has been given to the particular issues and implications of urban mission in the context of postmodernity. Thus, this study addresses the relationship between the urban mission of the church and the emergence of the postmodern condition. This investigation of urban mission in the light of the postmodern ethos is based on the historical, philosophical, sociological, and cultural analyses of the modern and the postmodern eras provided inchapters 2 and 3, respectively. Chapter 4 explores the relationship between the urban mission of the church and the postmodern condition primarily by locating the emergence of postmodernism in thecontext of urbanization and globalization. Some urban missiological implications and suggested principles for reaching the postmodern mind in the urban context are drawn from the findings of this research and are presented in chapter 5. At the beginning of the twenty-first century, the centralizing power of the city--added to the pervasive influence of a global market--makes the urban environment the locus of the postmodern condition. Consequently, the challenges and opportunities for urban mission have never been greater. In spite of themajor threats postmodernism poses for mission, the current urban socio-cultural outlook offers opportunities that did not exist a few decades ago. Therefore, within the context of the combined forces of urbanization, globalization, and postmodernism, an extensive review of the strategies and methods of urban mission is vital for the development of postmodern-sensitive churches as the church seeks to fulfill its calling to participate in God's mission to urbanized, postmodernizing generations.
An Examination of Employees' Understanding and Implementation of the Information Security Program at XYZ Engineering Center
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Mancini Dale
Published: May 2023

Purpose of Study. Due to an increase in global competition and employee dishonesty, the need for information security is on the rise. Consequently the XYZ Engineering Center faces an ever-increasing threat of industrial espionage and information theft. Employees of the Center have been given the product-security policy and have been encouraged to secure confidential information. Therefore, this study was designed to determine the level at which employees at the XYZ Engineering Center understand, value, and practice information security. Additionally, the study also examined employee views on physical safety while at work. Methodology. The study used analysis of variance and a two-sample f-test to statistically analyze the survey results. Quantitative data were collected by use of a questionnaire that was developed by the researcher. The questionnaire was distributed to 395 employees and was completed by 189. A number of hypotheses were developed to examine the relationship between employees’ understanding, valuing, and practicing information security and their length of service with the company, their employment status, and time in their current position. This study revealed that employees with 5 or less years of service appeared not to value, understand, or practice information security as much as employees with more time on the job. Additionally, the study found that contract employees appeared to be less concerned about information security than salaried employees. With regard to physical safety, all employees reported feeling safe at work. Conclusion. The results o f this study indicate that there is a need for XYZ Engineering Center to place emphasis on working with employees to assure that compliance to security polices is met. While there is need for continued education for all employees, special attention should be given to employees with fewer years of service.
Attitudes of Junior High Teachers Towards Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities in Inclusive Classes in Public Schools in New Providence, Bahamas
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Romer Virginia
Published: May 2023

Problem. The implementation of inclusive programs has met disapproval and concerns from many general educators regarding the presence of students with learning disabilities in their classes. The purpose therefore of this study was to survey junior high teachers in New Providence, Bahamas, to determine their attitudes toward teaching students with learning disabilities in general education classes; to investigate the type of instructional methodology used in general classes and to determine if instructional delivery is modified to assist students with learning disabilities; examine whether general educators collaborate with special educators when planning their instruction; and to identify if there are differences between educators’ attitudes on the basis of age, gender, training, years of teaching experience, and teaching assignment. Method. Participants in this study included 122 teachers, both general and special education, from seven public junior high schools in New Providence, Bahamas. A survey instrument was used to collect the data in determining the attitudes of educators and to determine if general and special educators collaborated when planning instruction. Ten percent of lesson plans from the respondents were perused to ascertain if any and the type of modifications were made to instructional methodologies to assist students with learning disabilities in general education classes. The analysis of the data was done using descriptive statistics and analysis of variance. Results. Educators in New Providence, Bahamas, both general and special, do not support the inclusion of students with learning disabilities in general classes in current or ideal practices. Some modifications were made to assist students with learning disabilities, but on a small scale. In current practice, there is very little collaboration and minimal support for collaboration of general and special educators when planning instructional interventions. Finally, there was no significant difference in attitude on the basis of age, teaching experience, and teaching assignment However, difference was found regarding gender and training. Males were more favorable to inclusion than females. Additionally, educators who received special education training in three or more courses were more favorable to inclusion. Conclusion. Junior high public-school general and special educators of New Providence, Bahamas, do not support the inclusion of students with learning disabilities in inclusive classes currently or in an ideal practice. Hence, education officials are faced with a mammoth task of determining how to change the attitude of junior high educators if the inclusive program implemented is to be effective.
Profiles of Pre-Service Teacher Education : an Investigation into the Nature of Selected Exemplary Programs in Jamaica and Michigan
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Smith-Sherwood Heather
Published: May 2023

Problem. The education system in this 21st century is faced with numerous challenges that, quite often, leave administrators and classroom teachers bewildered in their quest for effective solutions. In light of these challenges, this study investigated three exemplary pre-service teacher education programs in Jamaica and Michigan in order to provide an account of how these are structured in different contexts of tertiary institutions and, in addition, to identify how these programs ensure that their graduates are prepared to function effectively in today’s schools. Method. A qualitative case study design was used in this study. Five categories of stakeholders in the three institutions were interviewed regarding their perception and expectations of pre-service teacher education in general as well as in the context of their program. The responses from these persons were described in narrative form then analyzed and compared based on the similarities and differences that existed among them. The analysis led to the emergence of various themes across the three institutions, and these were used to draw conclusions relative to the structure of pre-service teacher education. Results. There are certain distinguishing features of exemplary/effective pre-service teacher education programs whether they are university- or college-based. Programs of this sort will bear eight basic features: (a) coherent program vision, (b) cultural competence, (c) collaborative partnership, (d) contextualization, (e) quality standards, (f) well- planned and implemented field experiences, (g) continuous assessment, (h) experienced committed faculty, and (i) a harmonious blend of theory and practice. These features enhanced the performance of graduates from these institutions. Conclusions. To be effective, pre-service teacher education programs have to prepare prospective teachers to adequately meet the challenges o f teaching in the schools and classrooms of today. The programs’ structure may vary according to their institutions’ guiding principles, beliefs, and vision o f teaching and learning. However, there are certain basic features that will characterize all programs that are operating to prepare the caliber of teachers that the society demands. To effect change, quality teachers are needed, and to produce quality teachers, quality preparation is a necessity.
Teacher Perceptions of Internet-Based Distance Education in Adventist Colleges and Universities : a Mixed-Methods Study
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Smith Susan
Published: May 2023

Problem. An examination of Internet-based distance education (IBDE) is important in order to maintain the delivery of quality higher education and to encourage the systemic adoption of policies and practices that promote excellence in IBDE. The quality of online distance education will increasingly become the standard by which students choose a program as their educational options have multiplied with the dramatic growth in distance education. Method. This was a sequential exploratory mixed-methods study o f the perceptions of teachers on IBDE. It was conducted collaboratively with Pamela Cress who examined administrator perceptions. Data were collected for both studies from teachers and administrators at nine Adventist colleges and universities across the United States. Research participants were first surveyed using an electronic version of the Institute for Higher Education Policy (IHEP) benchmarks. Some of the IHEP benchmarks are faculty-controlled (i.e., course development, teaching/learning, course structure) and others are institutional-controlled (i.e., institutional support, student support, faculty support, evaluation and assessment). The survey was followed by a qualitative phase that involved telephone interviews with one identified expert in IBDE on each of the nine campuses. Results. Teacher and administrator perceptions varied little in regard to performance on the IHEP benchmarks. However, it was found that the most problematic areas of the benchmarks were institutionally controlled. In the qualitative phase, the themes of prevailing attitudes, collaboration, and qualities of an expert emerged in addition to the seven-benchmark categories. The respondents expressed that IBDE was important, and future plans were to increase offerings. Findings that were statistically significant were gender perceptions and the combined effect of experience and position. It was found that mid-level administrators with online teaching experience identified more strongly with leadership roles than teachers or administrators. Conclusions. Issues affecting faculty members that require the greatest attention include: remuneration; allocation o f time for professional development; faculty support; and pedagogy development. Greater institutional commitment is needed in: visioning and strategic planning; student and faculty support; and evaluation and assessment. Future research recommendations involve teaching theory and methods, faculty support, loading and remuneration, gender differences, and testing and revision of the IHEP benchmarks.