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Tackling Youth Unemployment in GCC Region: Reaching Beyond National Barriers
Authors: Fatima Tahniyath , Elbanna Saïd
Published: May 2024

This study delves into the multifaceted issue of youth unemployment in the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), where it is nearly twice as high as the average unemployment rate in the region. Given that, a significant proportion of the population in these countries comprises of youth; this problem poses a significant obstacle to the development of a knowledge-based economy. Furthermore, the lack of youth participation in the labor market has become a pressing issue, thwarting national and United Nations’ sustainable development goals (SDG) related to decent work which strives to ensure workers are getting fair treatment and pay. The study reveals that youth in the GCC are underutilized, with they being five times more likely to be unemployed compared to adults. The problem is particularly acute among females. This paper outlines the limitations of nationalization policies aimed at increasing youth labor participation and provides policy recommendations that take into account the diverse perspectives of different stakeholders and the varying situations in different countries.
(2024). [Review of the book the "Advice trap: Be humble, stay curious & change the way you lead forever", by M. Bungay Stanier, 2020]
Authors: Julien Adonaï
Published: May 2024

The Advice Trap is a short book accessible to anyone who wants to improve their leadership and to those interested in coaching and business management. The central theme of the book is that giving advice about a problem, in general, does not actually solve the problem, much less benefit the person asking for it. Bungay Stanier explains why rushing to give advice during a conversation is a trap. Very interesting tools, applicable in several professional fields are developed throughout the book’s 248 pages to help you control your desire to always want to give advice and to help be a good leader. This is a very practical book, very useful on several levels, and a good companion to help us tame our advice monster. We are led to evolve, surpass ourselves, and improve the quality of our relationships with others. And the advice trap has the necessary tools to help us do it.
Preservice teachers learning to teach online: Developing teacher leaders.
Authors: Cooper Rebecca , Mrstik Samantha , Cauthen Joye , Schreffler Jillian
Published: May 2024

Technology is woven throughout our daily lives now more than ever. Therefore, teacher education programs need to meet this digital demand and begin to prepare teacher candidates for their future in teaching with technology. Even before COVID-19, K-12 education included virtual schools, therefore, the necessity of preparing teacher candidates for the successful implementation of online instruction are of utmost importance. To meet the needs of their future students, candidates must be prepared to integrate technology into their teaching as well as be prepared to teach online. To prepare 21st century learners, teacher candidates must create learning opportunities for their students to learn with and through technology. The Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) structure was designed for teachers to understand the relationships between and among technology, pedagogy, and content. The purpose of this research was to revise traditional instruction where the professor models and implements technology tools to allow candidates the opportunity to develop their TPACK in their two years in a teacher education program. To develop the TPACK of teacher candidates, education preparation professionals worked together to design and implement the School of Education, Technology Integration Project. Through this innovative approach developed by a team of professors, the School of Education has changed its’ coursework in all programs to include more online teaching, the inclusion of technology for teaching content, and the use of assistive technology. As a result, student teachers and graduates are reporting that they are now being recognized as teacher technology leaders and are showcasing technology lessons at their schools.
DISSEMINATION OF ROSE PRESERVATION TECHNOLOGY AND FINANCIAL RECORDING TO INCREASE COMMUNITY'S INCOME
Authors: Oktaroza Magnaz Lestira , Santoso Gatot , Suganda Fitrin Rawati
Published: May 2024

The snack business conducted by the residents of Cintamanik Village has struggled to compete with snacks marketed in Garut, resulting in an insignificant increase in their income. In light of these circumstances, the PKM Team conducted training activities to introduce flower preservation technology to produce preserved roses with high market value. Additionally, training sessions focus on financial management, packaging design, and digital marketing via online marketplaces were provided as marketing tools. The research employed a descriptive analysis by processing primary data through pre-test and post-test of 32 entrepreneurs as respondents. The test outcome indicate an improvement from the pre-test results to the post-test results, indicating that the conducted training significantly enhanced the participants' abilities and knowledge. Particularly, the training enhances skills in preserved rose production and product marketing, facilitating income growth for the participants.
Keywords     : Preserved Roses Technology, Cost of Production, Marketplace.
FINANCIAL DISTRESS ANALYSIS USING ALTMAN AND ZMIJEWSKI ON TOURISM INDUSTRY
Authors: Ginta Rivald Fathur Ghaffary Lenggo , Handri
Published: May 2024

This study examines financial distress scenarios in the tourism and recreation industry using the Altman Z-score and Zmijewski X-Score methodologies. Employing a quantitative descriptive research approach with purposive sampling, the study analyzes 12 publicly listed companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2019 to 2022. The results indicate that PT. Eastparc Hotel is the most financially stable, contrasting with PT. Bukit Uluwatu Villa as the weakest. While both methods yield different results, the disparity is not highly significant due to the varied components analyzed in the financial reports. The research recommends using multiple analytical methods for bankruptcy prediction to allow for accuracy assessment and to determine the suitability of each model for specific companies.
Keywords     : Financial distress, Tourism and recreation industry, Z-score altman, zmijewski x-score.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INTERNAL AUDIT IN IMPROVING GOOD UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH SUMATERA
Authors: Nasution Hasnah Juniarni , Deliana Deliana , Napitupulu Ilham Hidayah
Published: May 2024

The effectiveness of internal audit is needed to realize good university governance because in internal audit there is a mechanism to ensure that the management carried out by the institution is effective and in accordance with good governance. Good governanceis the foundation for creating a healthy institution and one of the keys to successful institutional management. Knowing the level of internal audit effectiveness, the implementation of university governance, and how internal audit effectiveness realizes the implementation of good university governance at the University of North Sumatera is the purpose of this research. This research uses a descriptive quantitative method with data collection techniques by distributing questionnaires and interviewing key informants. The data analysis technique used is descriptive analysis. The results showed that the effectiveness of internal audit and the implementation of university governance were in the effective or good category. If internal audits are effective, then university governance will be good. University governance can run well if internal audits are effective.
Keywords    : Internal audit effectiveness, Good university governance, University governance.
CUIDADOS PALIATIVOS NA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA À SAÚDE: O PAPEL DO MÉDICO DE FAMÍLIA E COMUNIDADE
Authors: barboza ohara de oliveira , LINHARES IZABELLA LUCIA MOREIRA , Suckow Lucas Gabriel Skerratt , Teixeira Nicole Jorge
Published: May 2024

Introdução: O cuidado paliativo de pacientes com doenças graves e fatais ou no final da vida tornou-se uma necessidade graças ao aumento da sobrevida e taxa de mortalidade populacional. Segundo a OMS,
NESIDIOBLASTOSE EM ADULTOS: HIPOGLICEMIA GRAVE E ASSOCIAÇÃO A CIRURGIA BARIÁTRICA
Authors: barboza ohara de oliveira , Castro Amanda Leones , LINHARES IZABELLA LUCIA MOREIRA , Viana Kamilla Gabriella Teixeira , Suckow Lucas Gabriel Skerratt , Teixeira Nicole Jorge , Sousa Raybe Paulina Batista de
Published: May 2024

Introdução: A obesidade, doença crônica que impacta a saúde dos pacientes, tem a cirurgia bariátrica como tratamento mais eficaz para sua forma mais grave. Com o surgimento de tratamentos invasivos, s
Environmental Factors Affecting the Concentration of DNA in Blood and Saliva Stains: A Review
Authors: Divya Khorwal , GK Mathur , Umema Ahmed , SS Daga
Published: May 2024

DNA evidence has now become an essential part of forensic investigations since it offers vital information for person identification and crime resolution. However, the biological material is affected by some environmental factors which may impact the DNA in biological samples. This may affect the correctness and reliability of forensic DNA analysis. This review is related to the influence of various environmental conditions on the stability and degradation of DNA in biological stains including blood and saliva stains. The common factors that affect DNA are temperature, humidity, exposure to sunlight, and type of substrate. The information is crucial to improve forensic DNA analysis and forensic protocol optimization. The DNA stability and integrity in biological materials, such as blood and saliva stains, are indispensable for forensic DNA analysis. Environmental influences, however, significantly affect DNA concentration and may jeopardize forensic analysis. The present review explores various environmental factors for their effect on DNA stability in blood and saliva stains. While DNA degradation is slowed but not completely prevented by low temperatures, it is accelerated by high temperatures. Risks of contamination arise from the promotion of microbial growth and DNA breakdown by humidity. DNA photodamage brought on by sunlight exposure results in strand breakage and cross-linking. DNA stability is also influenced by the type of substrate used; porous surfaces, such as cloth, are better at keeping fluids than non-porous ones, such as glass. Maintaining the integrity of DNA evidence requires an understanding of these variables. The present studies will help to create sophisticated DNA preservation methods for use in forensic DNA examination. The study emphasizes the requirement of improvement in forensic DNA analysis skills, related to the preservation of DNA pieces of evidence and the possible effect of environmental factors.
The potential of photography for mathematics education and research–A literature review
Authors: Oksanen Susanna Maria , Hannula Markku S. , Laine Anu
Published: May 2024

This literature review examines the use of photography in educational research and in education, to learn how photography could be better used in teaching and learning mathematics and mathematics education research. The authors analyzed 125 publications published between 1975 and 2023 to identify different research methods and teaching solutions that utilize photography. Within educational research two main approaches that are often used combined were photo-elicitation (photographs are used in an interview as a stimulus) and photovoice (taking photographs is a way the participant communicates their perspective). Mathematics education research could also combine these methods, for example in identity research. Our findings regarding teaching show that photographs have an important role in connecting mathematics to the real world and for visualizing mathematics. The best way to engage students is when they take photographs of themselves as a starting point to mathematical activity. Based on this review we identify future exploratory directions and various research gaps.
FISIOLOGÍA DE LA MADURACIÓN Y MANEJO EN POSTCOSECHA DE FRUTILLA CHILENA (Fragaria chiloensis)
Authors: Villarroel Carlos , Albornoz Karin
Published: May 2024

The Chilean strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis) is a native species to Chile. Consumers value this fruit for its organoleptic properties, but it is highly perishable. Since it is a non-climacteric fruit, harvesting at the optimum ripening stage is essential to ensure its quality during commercialization. In this fruit, quality is determined by appearance, flavor, aroma, nutritional value, and firmness, which changes during ripening. The species presents a high rate of firmness loss or softening, associated with the elevated enzymatic activity of cell wall-modifying enzymes of the pectin and hemicellulose fractions, such as polygalacturonase, α-arabinofuranosidase, β-galactosidase, endo-glucanase, β-xylosidase, xyloglucan endotransglycosilase/hydrolase and rhamnogalacturonan lyase at different ripening stages. Firmness is a key trait for commercialization and organoleptic quality; hence, its management during storage is necessary. Different studies have investigated the effects of pre or postharvest treatments, such as modified atmosphere packaging and exogenous applications of calcium, auxin, methyl jasmonate, chitosan, and hydrogen sulfide, which maintain fruit firmness by reducing pectin solubilization and improve other attributes responsible for organoleptic and nutritional quality during storage. This literature review focuses on the ripening biology of Fragaria chiloensis and recent findings regarding softening and its biochemical and molecular basis, as well as interventions oriented to maintain the quality and extend the shelf-life of this fruit.
IMPACTO DE LA PREGELATINIZACIÓN DE LA PROTEÍNA DE GUISANTE EN EL PERFIL NUTRICIONAL DEL ACEITE DE CUPUAÇU (Theobroma grandiflorum)
Authors: Ramos Tavares Tasso , das Chagas do Amaral Souza Francisca , Paiva Lopes Aguiar Jaime
Published: May 2024

Este estudio tuvo como objetivos caracterizar el desempeño emulsionante de proteína de guisante en aceite extraído de la semilla de cupuaçu, y determinar su impacto en el perfil nutricional del aceite a diferentes temperaturas. Las semillas fueron compradas a pequeños productores de la ciudad de Parintins (Brasil), después del proceso de despulpado de la fruta. En laboratorio se realizó la preparación de las emulsiones, el proceso de liofilización, y la caracterización de las microcápsulas usando un diseño completamente al azar (5x4). Se utilizó goma arábiga con proteína de chícharo como material de pared, y se evaluaron los siguientes parámetros: pH, acidez titulable, contenido de humedad, contenido de peróxidos y ácidos grasos. En lo que respecta a pH, los valores promedio obtenidos oscilaron entre 6,25 y 6,67. Los valores de acidez variaron entre 0,52 y 1,20, lo que indica que la temperatura no influyó en la acidez del aceite. Los valores de humedad variaron entre 3,6850 y 4,5425, sin diferencia significativa entre tratamientos. Los valores del índice de peróxido se mantuvieron por debajo del límite máximo permitido en la legislación (hasta 15 meq/kg). En cuanto a los ácidos grasos microencapsulados, los tratamientos no difirieron a lo largo de las semanas analizadas, siendo los resultados iniciales similares a los obtenidos en la primera y sexta semana de almacenamiento. Se concluye que es posible microencapsular el aceite de semilla de cupuaçu con proteína de guisante y goma arábiga.
COMPORTAMIENTO AGRONÓMICO Y RENTABILIDAD DE HÍBRIDOS DE Capsicum annuum L. CV. ANCHO SAN LUIS CULTIVADOS EN CAMPO ABIERTO EN PERÚ
Authors: Taco-Huancara Dimas , Mena Chacon Laydy Mitsu , Zegarra-Aymara Luis Antonio Baltazar
Published: May 2024

La hibridación juega un papel crucial en la producción de Capsicum annuum, cv. Ancho San Luis. Sin embargo, se requiere de análisis comparativos para identificar aquellos híbridos que responden mejor en términos de productividad y calidad bajo condiciones específicas. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar el comportamiento agronómico y rentabilidad de cinco híbridos de C. annuumcv. Ancho San Luis, en condiciones de campo abierto en Arequipa, Perú. Los híbridos evaluados (Supernova, Almirante, Alteño, Sargento y Conquistador) se distribuyeron bajo un diseño de bloques completamente aleatorizados. Se evaluó altura de la planta (cm), largo final de raíz (cm), número de botones florales, número de frutos, incidencia de escaldado (), calibre (largo y ancho en cm, peso en g), color (ASTA), concentración total de pigmentos carotenoides (CTP), pungencia (SHU), rendimiento y rentabilidad. El análisis de los resultados fue realizado a través de los modelos lineales mixtos, prueba de comparaciones múltiple LSD-Fisher y correlación de Pearson, a un nivel de significancia de 95(p-valor 0,05). Sargento presentó los frutos con mayor calibre comercial (22,64 g), con una baja incidencia de escaldado (0,38 por planta). Por el contrario, Supernova presentó los frutos con menor calibre comercial (15,05 g), pero éstos cumplieron con los parámetros de exportación. El mayor número de frutos por planta fue obtenido por Supernova, siendo el híbrido más rentable(2,07). Se concluye que es necesario continuar con la búsqueda de híbridos que superen la calidad y rentabilidad de Supernova bajo las condiciones de campo abierto en Arequipa, Perú.
CONVECTIVE DRYING KINETICS OF YACON (Smallanthus sonchifolius Poepp. Endl.) SLABS AND EVALUATION OF THE DRYER PID TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM
Authors: Baldeón Edwin O. , Salas-Valerio Walter F. , Vidaurre-Ruiz Julio M. , Comettant-Rabanal Raúl
Published: May 2024

Yacon is a functional food that is rich in fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and highly perishable, which requires inexpensive methods for its preservation. The objectives of this research were to model the kinetics of convection drying of yacon slabs and to assess the effect of air velocity on the temperature record of the heating zone controlled by the Proportional-Integral-Derivative control system (PID). Different temperatures (60, 70, and 80 °C) at constant air velocity (0.87 m s-1) were evaluated in a convective tray drying system. To determine the effect of air velocity on the PID temperature controller, different air velocities (0.81-2.06 m s-1) at constant temperature (70 °C) were studied. The results showed that Page’s model was the best fitting of the data obtained, the effective diffusivity of convective drying of yacon ranged from 1.22x10-10 to 1.9x10-10 m2 s-1 and the activation energy was 21.76 kJ mol-1. With PID temperature control, it was observed that the best drying rate and lowest temperature signal error occurred at an air velocity of 1.46 m s-1, where the temperature signal was more stable and closer to the reference temperature. In conclusion, the kinetic modeling of the convective drying of yacon provides optimal drying parameters as well as behavior of mass and heat transfer phenomena, particularly considering that the effect of air velocity influences the drying kinetics and the PID temperature control of the dryer.
MINERAL STATUS OF LACTATING EWES IN THE ARID AND SEMI-ARID ZONES OF NORTH-CENTRAL MEXICO
Authors: Mejía Haro Ignacio , Tirado Gonzalez Deli Nasmin , Tirado Estrada Gustavo , Marin Perales Victor Manuel , Ramos Davila Mauricio , Martinez Mireles Jose Manuel , Arechiga Flores Carlos Fernando
Published: May 2024

Profitable sheep production depends greatly on the mineral content of range forages, as adequate nutrition is a prerequisite for reaching the animal’s optimum performance. The objective was to determine the contents of calcium (Ca), phosphorus (P), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), and manganese (Mn) in range forages and blood serum of grazing, lactating ewes in the arid and semi-arid zones of North-Central Mexico. Samples of forages and blood of lactating ewes were collected in two seasons (spring and winter) from four randomly selected sheep farms located in the state of Aguascalientes. The P content was analyzed using the colorimetrical method, while levels of Ca, Cu, Zn, and Mn were determined by spectrophotometry. Forage mineral content averaged 0.20% P, 0.34% Ca, 8 ppm Cu, 483 ppm Mn, and 29 ppm Zn. In blood serum, mineral content reached 20 ppm P, 147 ppm Ca, 0.52 ppm Cu, 2.9 ppm Mn, and 0.80 ppm Zn in winter, and values of 20.5 ppm P, 177 ppm Ca, 0.57 ppm Cu, 3.13 ppm Mn, and 0.89 ppm Zn in spring. Overall, in both spring and winter seasons, 58-100% of sampled forages showed Ca, P, Cu, and Zn deficiencies, but all of them fitted the optimal content of Mn. Blood samples showed similar patterns in winter and spring seasons, Ca was not deficient (145-180 ppm vs. optimal range: 90-120 ppm), but P, Cu, and Zn were deficient (P: 9-21 ppm vs. optimal range: 50-65 ppm; Cu: 0.51-0.58 vs. optimal range: 0.60-1.5 ppm; and Zn: 0.71-0.92 ppm vs. optimal range: 0.50-1.2 ppm); Mn was slightly over the optimal range (2.89-3.2 μg/L vs. optimal range: 2 to 40 μg/L). In some cases, forage mineral content might not be related to blood serum contents. However, it should be desirable to understand all the uncontrolled factors in addition to the mineral interactions that could interfere with further studies.
Inteligencia Artificial en el mejoramiento de la enseñanza y aprendizaje, Ministerio de Educación y Ciencias
Authors: Caballero Alarcón Félix Alberto , Brítez Carli Rodrigo
Published: May 2024

Se aborda en el estudio la posible contribución de los sistemas de Inteligencia Artificial (IA) al mejoramiento de la enseñanza y aprendizaje en la Educación Escolar Básica en Paraguay a partir del análisis de las políticas de incorporación de IA en los sistemas educativos de la región, los aspectos de la enseñanza y aprendizaje que pueden ser innovados con la incorporación intencionada de sistemas de IA, las capacidades docentes necesarias para operar sistemas de IA y el abordaje de la capacitación docente en la temática de la IA. Como metodología se adoptó la investigación documental en la tónica que da Cifuentes (2011), pues se tiene la intención de interpretar los informes institucionales y artículos científicos escritos en los últimos diez años referentes a la temática, (que actuaron como unidades de información, consultados en revistas indexadas accesibles de manera a ofrecer escenarios posibles. Algunos datos relevantes guardan relación con las experiencias de utilización en diversos países de la región y Paraguay sin que se pueda certificar su consolidación, el importe potencial pedagógico de esta tecnología, la alta demanda de competencias TIC para los docentes que quieran innovar con IA y la mirada hacia la capacitación docente enfocada a la ciencia de los datos, la programación y el pensamiento computacional.
Evaluando el impacto de la enseñanza online de Cálculo usando el Método del Caso
Authors: Barrera Arcaya Franco Aldo , Diniz Becerra Tércia
Published: May 2024

Producto de la pandemia de COVID 19 se implementaron un conjunto de modificaciones en la forma cómo se enseñaba. Las instituciones de educación superior en Chile no estuvieron ajenas a ese fenómeno, y a este escenario se sumó un conjunto de tendencias que ya venían planteando la necesidad de revisar la didáctica, en cuánto al qué y al cómo se enseña. Diferentes iniciativas llevaron al desarrollo e implementación de estrategias didácticas que buscaron resolver los desafíos que enfrentaba el sistema educativo. Aun cuando han surgido innumerables artículos referidos a la implementación de estas innovaciones didácticas, la evidencia respecto del impacto de sus adaptaciones permanece escasa. El objetivo de la presente investigación es evaluar el impacto del uso del Método del Caso en el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes de los estudiantes de la asignatura de cálculo de la carrera Ingeniería en Administración de Empresas de una institución de educación superior chilena en un contexto online mediante un modelo de diferencias en diferencias usando grupos de control generados con la técnica de Propensity Score Matching. Los resultados muestran un efecto positivo y estadísticamente significativo en las calificaciones de los estudiantes.
Resiliencia territorial, una concepción para Nuestra América
Authors: Arias Hernández Jazmín
Published: May 2024

Los territorios de Nuestra América han estado sometidos a dinámicas naturales y sociopolíticas que los ponen en riesgo. Sin embargo, las autoridades gubernamentales han preferido implementar estrategias de países considerados desarrollados, en lugar de aprender de las experiencias pasadas y emplear el conocimiento local. Por tanto, a partir de la necesidad de reflexionar sobre la importancia de construir propuestas para la resiliencia integral de los territorios, teniendo en cuenta las características y potencialidades ecosistémicas y socioculturales locales, se destacan las particularidades históricas y los aspectos de ecología política a considerar al pensar en la construcción o fortalecimiento de resiliencia en Nuestra América.
La cultura en instituciones educativas públicas durante la pandemia del Covid-19
Authors: Gutierrez Primo Elizabeth Magaly , Saguma Huamani Yuriko Flor de Lirio , Silva Juica Astrid Rosa , Chong Rivera Claudia María , Sánchez Huarcaya Alex
Published: May 2024

La pandemia del Covid-19 resultó ser un hecho sustancial en los cambios y las adaptaciones ejercidas en este sistema dentro de las instituciones educativas. En ese sentido, el presente estudio aborda la cultura escolar en las instituciones educativas públicas durante ese contexto inusual y tiene por objetivo analizar dicha cultura a partir de las percepciones del personal directivo y docente durante la pandemia del Covid-19. La recogida de información se realizó a través de la aplicación de entrevistas semiestructuradas a cinco directores y nueve docentes de cinco escuelas ubicadas en cuatro regiones distintas del Perú. A partir del análisis, se concluye que, en las instituciones educativas públicas, hubo cambios en la organización y el desarrollo de los rituales propios de su identidad. Asimismo, se evidenciaron mitos y metáforas relacionados con la educación a distancia que evidencian ciertas fortalezas, debilidades y oportunidades de mejora que dejó la pandemia del Covid-19 en el contexto educativo.
Análisis de la oferta académica y egreso de carreras TIC en la educación superior en Paraguay, basado en el estudio de datos abiertos
Authors: Estigarribia Barreto Hector Ramiro
Published: May 2024

Los profesionales de las carreras relacionadas a las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación (TIC) son de los más demandados a nivel mundial, pero varios medios y estudios han informado que la demanda de estos supera por mucho la oferta actual. Paraguay no escapa de esta realidad por lo que el presente trabajo busca analizar la oferta académica de este tipo de carreras y la cantidad de egresados que se titulan en las mismas a través del análisis cuantitativo de los datos abiertos provistos por el Ministerio de Educación y Ciencias. Para el efecto se utilizó la herramienta Excel importando los datos de origen en formato csv y utilizando principalmente tablas dinámicas y algunas funciones descriptas en el trabajo. Se observa que tanto la oferta académica como el porcentaje de egresados del total son muy bajos no superando en ambos casos el 2% del total, dato que coincide con los pocos estudios anteriores sobre el tema. No obstante, se mencionan en el trabajo algunos aspectos que inciden en este resultado, referidos específicamente a la limpieza y estandarización de los datos utilizados para el estudio.
Improving Mathematics Learning Activity and Outcomes through the Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) Learning Approach for Class VII Middle School Students
Authors: Rahmah Sabita Ellania , Huda Syaiful , Firmanshah Benny
Published: May 2024

The choice of learning approach carried out by the teacher can influence student activity and learning outcomes. This research aims to determine the application of the Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) approach in improving the activity and mathematics learning outcomes of class VII junior high school students. The subjects in this research were students in class VII-A of SMP Negeri 3 Sidoarjo for the 2022/2023 academic year, totaling 32 students. This research uses a research method in the form of Classroom Action Research (PTK) with 2 cycles and each cycle consists of 4 stages, namely the planning stage, action implementation, observation/observation, and reflection. Research data collection techniques include observation, tests and documentation. The results of the research showed that student learning activity in the pre-cycle was still in the low activity category, namely with a percentage of 51.95%, then in cycle I it increased to the moderate activity category with a percentage of 67.09%, and in cycle II it again increased to the high activity category. with a percentage of 79.10%. The percentage of students' classical mathematics learning outcomes in the pre-cycle was 43.75% (14 students in the complete category out of a total of 32 students), then in cycle I it increased to 75% (24 students in the complete category out of a total of 32 students), and in cycle II experienced another increase reaching 81.25% (26 students in the complete category out of a total of 32 students). Based on these results, it can be concluded that the application of the Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) learning approach can increase the activeness and mathematics learning outcomes of class VII-A students in the statistical material of presenting data at SMP Negeri 3 Sidoarjo for the 2022/2023 academic year.
Impact of Caring for A Child With Cancer: Predicting Factors Affecting The Physical Health And Healthy Life Behaviors of The Mother
Authors: Baş Emine Eda , Aydın Ayfer , Kebudi Rejin , Akdeniz Kudubeş Aslı , Dalkılıç Bingöl Hülya
Published: May 2024

Purpose: To prevent mothers of children with cancer from developing health problems and suggest effective ways to maintain their health, it is important to accurately determine the problems they face. The aim of this study was to examine the physical health problems and healthy lifestyle behaviors of mothers whose children have cancer.
Material and Methods: This methodological, descriptive, and correlational study. The study interviewed 150 mothers whose children were receiving treatment for cancer using three forms: Sociodemographic Information Form, Mothers' Physical Health Form, and Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors Scale II. Independent samples t-test and single way variance analysis (ANOVA) tests were conducted to measure the relations between the variables.
Results: Mothers’ age, number of children with cancer, age of child, educational status, income level and marital status were significantly correlated with the survey variables. A model created based on the regression analysis of the relationship among the variables showed that sociodemographic characteristics affected 24.2% of the healthy lifestyle behavior of mothers of children with cancer.
Conclusion: Our results showed that physical activity and stress management received the lowest health lifestyle behavior scores. The current findings emphasize the importance of informing mothers about stress management and physical activities during the care of their children with cancer.
Cultural Astronomy: a Mapping of Academic Production in Brazil
Authors: Dos Santos Milton Soares , Nardi Roberto
Published: May 2024

Here we present the partial results of a study carried out with the aim of seeking contributions from research in Cultural Astronomy. Firstly, we seek to establish an overview of the existing literature on cultural astronomy in order to answer the following question: how is the topic of cultural astronomy being addressed in scientific publications on Astronomy Education? This research offers a review of publications in the Capes BTDD (Repository of Theses and Dissertations). We then filtered the database for research that addressed elements of Astronomy Education. The data were analyzed according to Bardin's content analysis. We then go through a filter according to year of publication, author, research advisors, name of the postgraduate program, title of work, higher education institution, geographic region and state, keywords, cited references, justification theory, most cited researchers, data collection technique, methodological analysis, thematic focus and specific content of cultural astronomy. This research shows that research in Cultural Astronomy is still in its early stages; few authors work in this area in relation to the growing production in astronomy teaching in general, especially in Brazil.
A Study of Grade Eleven Student's Representations of Electricity Through Model-Based Inquiry
Authors: Boonmak Wilaiporn , Huntula Jiradawan
Published: May 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic forced schools to close and transition online. The authors are interested in whether students have a higher level of representation after learning via an online learning platform through the Model-Based Inquiry (MBI) method and how they can be supported. This study took place in a school in a western province of Thailand, with thirty-two students studying in grade eleven. The study was conducted in an online classroom, implementing an action research strategy with two action research loops. The first loop consisted of three lessons, followed by another three lessons in the second loop, all aimed at improving the students' representations. To collect data, a representation test was used after both loop one and loop two implementations. The students' representations were then interpreted and grouped into five levels. The quality of each answer was assessed using criteria which included fair, good, and very good categories. The results demonstrated that students' representations were enhanced through model-based inquiry. There was a noticeable improvement in the students' representations from loop 1 to loop 2 of the action research at all three levels, consisting of the macroscopic level, microscopic level, and symbolic level.
Exploration of ChatGPT in basic education: Advantages, disadvantages, and its impact on school tasks
Authors: Garcia Castro Raúl Alberto , Mayta Cachicatari Nikole Alexandra , Bartesaghi Aste Willian Máximo , Llapa Medina Martín Pedro
Published: May 2024

The introduction of ChatGPT into basic education is progressing rapidly, generating impacts that, in many cases, are unknown. Its impressive capability profiles it as a tool that will revolutionize teaching and learning processes, creating gaps that need to be understood and evaluated. The research aims to explore the advantages, disadvantages, and its impact on school tasks. It is an exploratory qualitative study; data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 110 participants from five schools in Tacna, Peru. The results reveal that ChatGPT provides information quickly and easily, with a variety of content and pedagogical strategies. Additionally, it serves for evaluation, knowledge consultation, and scheduling school tasks. Eight related disadvantages were identified: Easy access to information may encourage the habit of copying and pasting, fostering academic dependence that would affect the development of skills, such as inquiry, argumentation, analysis, and critical thinking. Also, students may misuse information, cheating on school tasks and affecting their quality and suitability, making them no longer useful for education, including synthesis, essays, monographs, organizers, summaries, and mathematical exercises.
Sanogenetic basis for correction of physiological and biochemical status in hens with dermanyssosis
Authors: Indyuhova E. N. , Arisov M. V. , Azarnova T. O. , Maximov V. I.
Published: May 2024

An original concept is proposed for solving sanogenetic issues in veterinary medicine, animal science and industrial poultry farming. From the perspective of sanogenesis, physiological and biochemical mechanisms are considered for recovery of laying hens before, during and after treatment of dermanyssosis. The study used a monocomponent insectoacaricidal drug and a combination drug with an adaptogen (bio stimulator). The monograph is intended for students, university postgraduate students in veterinary medicine and biology, and veterinarians and can also be used in practical work by experts in science and education.
Academician Vasily Bartold in historical Crimean studies: unknown pages of scientific biography
Authors: Nepomnyashchy Andrey
Published: May 2024

The article restores the Crimean aspect of the academic activity of Academician Vasily Vladimirovich Bartold (1869-1930), unknown to biographers of the historian. On the basis of the preserved epistolary heritage, documents of the St. Petersburg branch of the Archive of the Russian Academy of Sciences and the manuscript department of the Scientific Archive of the Institute of the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, the largely unrealized programs of the scientist for the preparation of expeditions to study the monuments of material culture of the Turkic peoples of the Crimea have been recreated. Diverse information on the history of Crimean studies of the first third of the twentieth century is introduced into scientific circulation.
Generation of the «revolutionary turning point» in the fate of the Russian village in the first third of the 20th century: problems of historiography
Authors: Viazinkin Aleksei
Published: May 2024

The article deals with the most actual problems and main trends in historical science related to the topic of agrarian history of Russia in the first third of the 20th century. Particular emphasis is placed on the review of works devoted to the problems of generational history, first of all, the role of the «revolutionary turning point» generation in the historical fate of the Russian village in the first third of the 20th century. Despite the fact that modern historians and sociologists consider various aspects of the described plot of the agrarian history of Russia from different methodological positions, a significant area of problems in the context of the main topic falls out of the researchers' attention.
Best Hopes to Preferred Futures: Translating Burnout with Nursing Orientated Solution Focused Conversations
Authors: Holyoake Dean-David , Goldschmied Anita Z
Published: May 2024

The authors are trained nurses who have worked with, researched and taught vulnerable groups in mental health and learning disabilities in a variety of settings, and like many health and social care professionals, also experienced the effects of burnout. In this article, they explore solution focused (SF) conversations and their use in the issue of burnout in nursing. First, the authors consider the current literature on nursing burnout to set a scene for appreciating how SF offers a different conversational approach for nurses. Second, particularly, concepts of ‘best hopes’, ‘preferred futures’ and other useful techniques of ‘difference’ aim to help nurses re-evaluate burnout. Once practitioners begin to translate some of the SF theory into conversational practice, they can build a different relationship with what it means to be burnt out. And third, the authors offer a few figures and infographics on how to translate SF conversations to nurses who, given the chance, are more than capable of ‘ferrying themselves’ and others through the murky waters of burnout.
Comparative Judgement
Authors: McGrane Joshua Aaron
Published: May 2024

In the early 20th Century, Thurstone introduced the Law of Comparative Judgment as a scaling model for the method of paired comparisons, but it is only in the past 30 years that it has re-emerged as a mainstream approach in educational assessment. This re-emergence has particularly taken place in contexts where complex constructs are assessed and where expert judgment and holistic evaluation are valued, including examination standard maintenance, and the assessment of writing, design, and the creative arts. Technological advancements have furthered this revival by streamlining the otherwise laborious method through the distribution of subsets of pairs across judges and using selective algorithms to prioritize the most informative pairwise judgments. An extensive review of the literature has shown Comparative Judgment to be a highly reliable assessment method for a wide range of constructs. Moreover, it has been shown in certain contexts to have good validity evidence in terms of concurrent and criterion validity, as well as being highly sensitive to construct-relevant variance, although further research is required to validate the method across a broader range of constructs. Given the proliferation of research into Comparative Judgment in just the past decade, the next 30 years should prove to be even more fruitful in terms of the scope of its educational applications and further enhancement of its reliability and validity across these applications.
Challenging the Silences: An analysis of SAE J3016 as a classification System
Authors: Navon Nathan Eilat
Published: May 2024

Bowker and Star's (2000) approach provides a conceptual toolbox for analyzing a wide array of collective human social entities, their actions, discourses, and related nonhuman elements in various situations (Clarke & Star, 2008, p. 122). This study employs Bowker and Star’s analytical tools to examine SAE J3016, a seminal standard that delineates the roles and distinctions between human drivers and driving automation, by specifying levels of automation and driving authority in autonomous vehicles (AVs). SAE J3016 marks a substantial progression in the deployment of autonomous vehicles (AVs), primarily through its taxonomy work. This taxonomy establishes a common language essential for developers, academic researchers, and policymakers. However, an important consequence of this process is its influence on societal determinants and human behavior.
Novel Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Symptom Score May Improve Screening For Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency
Authors: Lewis Dana
Published: May 2024

Background and Aims: Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI) often goes undiagnosed or misdiagnosed due to its nonspecific symptomatology. Traditionally, clinicians may focus primarily on symptoms like diarrhea and steatorrhea, potentially overlooking more prevalent symptoms. This study evaluates the Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency Symptom Score (EPI/PEI-SS), a novel patient-generated symptom score designed to capture a wider range of EPI-related symptoms and quantify symptoms based on frequency and severity, and aims to assess the efficacy of the EPI/PEI-SS in differentiating between individuals with and without EPI, including other gastrointestinal (GI) conditions.Methods: A total of 324 participants (155 with EPI and 169 without) completed the EPI/PEI-SS, an online survey evaluating frequency and severity across three symptom categories: abdominal, toilet-, and food-related. Statistical analyses were used to compare symptom sub- and total scores between groups and understand individual symptom contributions.Results: Individuals with EPI reported significantly higher EPI/PEI-SS scores (98.11, range 1-213) and sub-scores, indicating a greater symptom burden compared to those without EPI (38.86, range 0-163). This burden persists for people with EPI despite use of pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT, median 72,000 units of lipase). The tool effectively differentiated between EPI and non-EPI participants, including those with other GI conditions. Conclusion: The EPI/PEI-SS demonstrates promise in the ability to identify and distinguish symptoms of EPI compared to other GI conditions. Future research should replicate the study alongside fecal elastase testing to determine whether it can be used as an addition or alternative for EPI diagnosis, plus evaluate the EPI/PEI-SS for use for individual treatment monitoring with PERT.
Proof of the Collatz Conjecture using logical and probabilistic approaches
Authors: Zhou Xinyi
Published: May 2024

Almost 100 years ago, the Collatz problem was introduced by German mathematician Lothar Collatz in the 1930s. It provides a predefined transformation algorithm to deal with any starting numbers in the Collatz process which are positive odd or even integers: for odd numbers, multiple it by 3 and add 1 and for even integers, divide it by 2. The Collatz conjecture states that after enough times of repetition all the natural starting numbers would eventually decrease and converge to 1. Although the Collatz conjecture has been verified to be true below a very high numerical threshold, until this day, no rigorous mathematical proof could be made which is the main focus of this research paper. After we have shown that no infinite loop could exist besides the trivial loop of 1→4 →2→1 and that no positive integer within the Collatz process would diverge to infinity, we firstly put through our proof of the Collatz conjecture using logical arguments before we support the latter results by proving the conjecture using a probabilistic approach.
Analyze the Network Firewall Traffic of Malware Infecting IoT Firmware in Hospitals
Authors: 陳卓賢  , Tsut-yan Lee
Published: May 2024

The integration of Internet of Things (IoT) devices within healthcare facilities has brought significant advancements in patient care through increased data connectivity and medical monitoring capabilities. However, the rise in connectivity has also exposed these systems to a greater risk of cyber threats, specifically through targeted malware attacks. Extensive analyses conducted on network firewall traffic from hospital IoT devices reveal that malware such as Mozi, EwDoor, IoT Reaper, Mirai Fork, Hive, and Zusy are exploiting vulnerabilities distinctively suited to the IoT environment. These threats undermine not only the privacy and security of sensitive patient data but also the operational integrity of healthcare services. Through a robust combination of machine learning models and statistical analysis techniques, the study has identified and classified behavioral patterns and attack strategies of these malware variants, providing insights into their mechanisms and impact on healthcare operations. The research highlights the necessity for stringent cybersecurity measures, advocating for the implementation of advanced encryption standards, regular system updates, and comprehensive network monitoring to mitigate the potential risks posed by such cyber threats. Furthermore, policy recommendations are proposed to foster a culture of security awareness and compliance within healthcare institutions. The outcomes of this research underline the critical need for an integrated approach to cybersecurity in healthcare IoT settings, emphasizing both technological enhancements and strategic policy frameworks as essential to safeguarding vital healthcare services against sophisticated cyber-attacks.
Synchrotron radiation reveals transient weakening during mineral phase transformations
Authors: Cross Andrew , Goddard Rellie , Kumamoto Kathryn , Goldsby David , Hansen Lars , Chen Haiyan , Hein Diede , Thom Christopher , Nehring M
Published: May 2024

Phase transformations are widely invoked as a source of rheological weakening during subduction, continental collision, mantle convection, and various other geodynamic phenomena. However, the likelihood and magnitude of such weakening in nature remains undetermined. Here, experiments performed on a synchrotron beamline reveal dramatic weakening across the polymorphic quartz↔coesite phase transition. Under non-hydrostatic conditions, we observe a transient decrease in effective viscosity of up to two orders of magnitude. Such weakening occurs only when the transformation outpaces deformation. We suggest that this behavior is broadly applicable among silicate minerals and examine the likelihood of slab weakening due to the olivine-spinel phase transformation. Our model suggests that cold, wet slabs are most susceptible to transformational weakening, consistent with geophysical observations of slab stagnation beneath the western Pacific.