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Non English Language Teachers’ Perspectives on EMI: A Narrative Inquiry
Authors: Neupane Buddha Raj
Published: March 2024

Increasingly, non-English speaking countries in the colossal world use English as the medium of instruction (EMI) to teach academic subjects. English as medium of Instruction (EMI) has been a great issue of discussion in today’s pedagogical field among the concerned stake-holders. This qualitative research aimed to investigate on – English teachers’ perspectives on language shifting in classroom teaching practice (from Nepali to English and again from English to Nepali in 12 years’ time span) in terms of their practice, motivation, challenges and results of the shifting in a secondary school located in a rural setting of Gulmi. For this, three secondary level English teachers were selected purposively and data were collected using in-depth interviews. The results of the study revealed that teachers of the public schools were found aware of the basic concept of the notion of English as a medium of instruction. They were found positive in implementing EMI in conducting their daily teaching and learning activities. The study also showed that teachers of secondary level have been facing different challenges in adopting EMI in the classroom like students’ weak exposure to English, mother tongue interference, unresourceful schools and government policy interference. The study recommended that there should be a favourable and encouraging environment in the public schools for the teachers for adopting EMI in the class. In spite of some challenges of the medium of instruction, they were found to be in favour of the continuation of EMI.
What Preliminary Research Writing Involves and How It Is Executed
Authors: Sharma Bal Krishna
Published: March 2024

This paper focuses on the preliminary processes of conducting a research work. Its target readers are those students who are new to research area. Given this fact, the fundamental objective of this paper is to familiarize them with the basic definitions and important elements of research. This article collects insights by employing two methods. First, it draws upon the experience of its author as a teacher and researcher. This personal resource renders the article reflective and employs the personal pronoun I. Second, it resorts to documents pertinent to research and academic writings. The paper assigns no separate section for reviewing the past works. Instead, to aid smooth transition and readership, they have been invoked and interlarded in the main body during the discussion. Because the intended readers of this paper are neophytes, simplified version of research terminologies has been used for easy comprehension.
शाकुन्तल महाकाव्यभित्र भाषिक प्रयोग
Authors: अर्याल Aryal भुवन Bhuwan
Published: March 2024

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Necessity of Big Data Security and its Relation to National Security
Authors: Adhikari Sanjaya
Published: March 2024

Many government organizations like the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Department of Passport, Public Service Commission, Department of Transport Management, Election Commission of Nepal, hospitals, etc. are increasingly relying on data-centric services as the stored data helps to deliver the services effectively and efficiently. Such services are widespread due to increased internet usage, mobile devices, and network-based activities. The rapid expansion of technology usage has led to a corresponding shift in governance towards data-driven services. While adopting the data-driven services it brings forth a critical concern about the security and maintaining confidentiality of the citizens. The paper analyzes the existing policies, laws, and bylaws pertaining to data security and protection. It explores the challenges that exist for data security and protection. Furthermore, the paper identifies the necessity of big data security and its impact on national security due to data theft and breaches. The study has been undertaken by the use of secondary sources of information. While undertaking the research, the paper has delved into secondary sources; encompassing government policies, acts, regulations, reports and directives, international research articles, and views of cyber security experts. The paper has underscored the necessity of big data security measures and has identified the consequences that could be caused due to the inadequate security measures of the data as well as highlighted the importance of data privacy. The study contributes to the broader discourse on protecting data and its relation to national security.
Wstęp do ekokrytyki filmowej: wyzwania dydaktyczne
Authors: Budzik Justyna Hanna
Published: March 2024

Główne cele artykułu to rozpoczęcie dyskusji nad tym, jak wprowadzać ekokrytykę w obręb uniwersyteckiej edukacji filmowej, oraz krytyczny namysł nad doświadczeniem autorki w zakresie prób przełożenia teoretycznych założeń posthumanistycznej dydaktyki filmowej na praktykę uniwersytecką. Część teoretyczna tekstu popularyzuje myśl Adriana Ivakhiva, teoretyka kultury i ekofilozofa zajmującego się filmoznawstwem, który poddaje refleksji także swoją działalność dydaktyczną. W dalszej części artykułu autorka opisuje zajęcia uniwersyteckie poświęcone ekokrytyce filmowej, których celem była implementacja postawy interpretacyjnej i badawczej wypracowanej w zielonych studiach nad filmem. Przedstawiony zostaje tu program zajęć, metody dydaktyczne, wnioski oraz postulaty przeprojektowania zajęć w kolejnym cyklu. Odrębna część tekstu dotyczy szczegółowego omówienia jednego z ćwiczeń dla studentów. Doświadczenia dydaktyczne zostają wpisane w kontekst założeń edukacji filmowej oraz posthumanistyki.
Afghan Women’s Resistance - Forty Years of Struggle Against Gender Apartheid
Authors: Afary Janet , Anderson Kevin
Published: March 2024

The defeat of the U.S. client regime in Afghanistan and the seizure of power by the Taliban in August 2021 marked a real turning point. These events represented another major setback for the United States in the wake of a failed war in Iraq. Journalists rushed to compare the debacle in Kabul in 2021 to Saigon in 1975, as Afghans fearful of Taliban rule scrambled to get onto US planes. Many were left behind as the United States rushed to get its own forces and those of its allies out. 

The August 2021 regime collapse in Afghanistan, although sudden in its final manifestation, was a long time coming. The United States realized it had been defeated at least by 2020, as the Trump administration agreed to a total US withdrawal in direct negotiations with the Taliban. The Biden administration continued this policy, which had two basic aspects: the United States would withdraw by the end of August 2021, and the Taliban would not attack US forces during the period of withdrawal. Both sides kept to the bargain; the Afghan people were not consulted at all, nor was the US-backed government of Ashraf Ghani, who was not even included in the negotiations.

There was an important difference from the situation in Saigon in 1975, however. The forces that defeated the United States in Vietnam included female combatants and officers. Moreover, the regime they installed to replace the US client state espoused a modernist, if authoritarian, ideology that extolled gender equality, land reform, and other forms of social and economic transformation.

In contrast, the return to power of the Taliban was instead a setback for women’s rights of epochal proportions, and for other social and political rights as well. They set about establishing an ultra-conservative fundamentalist regime of a type not seen since the Islamic State was driven out of Raqqa, Syria, in 2017. The Taliban have again established a theocracy, which openly supports long-standing hierarchies of gender, ethnicity, religion, and class, albeit with a somewhat modern form of organization, including a surveillance apparatus and modern weapons. With its denial of secondary education to girls, the new Taliban regime’s level of gender apartheid far exceeds those of Saudi Arabia and Iran. At this writing, not a single country, not even Saudi Arabia, has formally recognized the Taliban government.
Women's Struggles in Afganistan
Authors: Sultani Kobra
Published: March 2024

This article begins with the current situation of women in Afghanistan and their resistance against the complete takeover of power by the Taliban in August 2021.  It reviews the ways in which prior Afghan governments, various imperialist occupations, wars between religious fundamentalist forces, sexism and prejudices within the Afghan Left and progressives have made it impossible to develop a coherent and persistent women's movement.
Pengenalan dan Pelatihan Penerapan Lampu Jalan Hemat Energi Terkendali Berbasis Arduino
Authors: Hananto Bayu , Widiyanto Didit , Jayanta Jayanta , Prasvita Desta Sandya
Published: March 2024

Salah satu desa yang merupakan bagian konstituen dari kecamatan Indramayu adalah Desa Pabeanudik. Desa Pabeanudik, baru saja memperoleh predikat salah satu desa mandiri. Hal tersebut dapat diperoleh berkat visi yang kuat dari Kuwu atau Kepala Desa dalam meningkatkan tata kelola yang baik di desanya. Hal ini sesuai dengan Visi dan Misi dari Universitas Pembangunan Nasional "Veteran" Jakarta, dimana salah satunya adalah dapat berdaya saing dan beridentitas bela negara untuk membangun masyarakat Indonesia. Desa Pabeanudik menawarkan sumber daya alam yang berlimpah, termasuk intensitas sinar matahari yang banyak, serta revitalisasi sektor pariwisata secara spiritual serta signifikansi sejarah dari Petilasan Ki Jaka Dolog, yang dapat digunakan pada kegiatan malam hari. Oleh sebab itu, upaya dari kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PkM) ini telah dilaksanakan selama rentang tiga tahun, dimana kegiatan ini berfokus pada penyediaan panduan dan pembuatan prototipe lampu jalan dengan daya cadangan baterai. Pelaksanaan program konservasi energi yang memanfaatkan sumber energi terbarukan ini memiliki potensi untuk meringankan beban keuangan yang terkait dengan biaya listrik. Keberhasilan dari kegiatan ini adalah dengan adanya dukungan dan kerjasama Pemerintah Daerah Kabupaten Indramayu dan warga Desa Pabeanudik.
 
One of the villages that is a constituent part of Indramayu sub-district is Pabeanudik Village. Pabeanudik Village, has just obtained the title of one of the independent villages. This can be obtained thanks to the strong vision of Kuwu or Village Head in improving good governance in his village. This is in accordance with the Vision and Mission of the University of National Development "Veteran" Jakarta, one of which is to be competitive and have the identity of defending the country to build Indonesian society. Pabeanudik Village offers abundant natural resources, including a lot of sunshine intensity, as well as spiritual revitalization of the tourism sector and historical significance of Petilasan Ki Jaka Dolog, which can be used at night. Therefore, the efforts of this Community Service (PkM) activity have been carried out for a span of three years, where this activity focuses on providing guidance and prototyping street lights with battery backup power. The implementation of energy conservation programs that utilize renewable energy sources has the potential to ease the financial burden associated with electricity costs. The success of this activity is due to the support and cooperation of the Regional Government of Indramayu Regency and the residents of Pabeanudik Village.
LITERASI DAN INKLUSI KEUANGAN MELALUI PROGRAM BERORIENTASI LINGKUNGAN
Authors: Pangestuti Dinik Fitri Rahajeng , Mun Yah Zahiroh
Published: March 2024

This research is a community service-based research that aims to increase financial literacy and inclusion. The method used is Community Based Research. The literacy process is carried out using an Android-based application media. In contrast, the inclusion aspect is carried out by managing waste into financial assets in gold, shares, DPLK, and other financial service products so that economic barriers are no longer obstacles to owning financial assets. The results of this study indicate that the community who become service partners feel that the literacy and inclusion program is beneficial. The assessment is measured using the Net Promoter Score (NPS) measurement tool, which is strengthened by qualitative data and measured by referring to the Alderfer ERG Theory.
Keywords: Literacy, Inclusion, Financial Assets, NPS, SUS
PENGABDIAN MASYARAKAT PROYEK EKSPEDISI NUSANTARA (PENA): PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN NUGGET SAYUR SEBAGAI PRODUK OLAHAN BERNILAI GIZI DAN EKONOMIS TINGGI DI TENGAH PANDEMI COVID-19
Authors: Misbahuddin Angga , Dwi Anggreani Muthiara , Ajeng Prastika Dinda , Anisak Haliza
Published: March 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a decrease in people's purchasing power and a reduction in the number of stock items as a form of suppressing household spending. Even so, the community certainly has basic material needs that must be met for daily survival, both in the form of clothing, food, and board, so the Proyek Ekspedisi Nusantara (PENA) is present as a student community that seeks to contribute to the village community in the form of innovation in the use of resources. agricultural products to help the community's economy. Through the creative economy program, PENA seeks to provide training on the use of agricultural products in Ngagrong Village, Boyolali, to be used as nutritious household consumption and economic value innovations which can later be used as business ideas for the community in the future. Through the implementation of the program from pre-activity, implementation of activities to post-activity, it can be concluded that PENA has an important contribution to facilitating the community to be able to take advantage of community agricultural products to reduce household food costs as well as become innovative business creative ideas that have the potential to be developed by the community. Based on the results of testimonies from the mothers of the program training targets, they are very enthusiastic because the use of vegetables as nuggets is a new thing for them and on the one hand it can be a new product to improve children's nutrition and in the future, it can become household economic land
 Keyword: Covid-19 Pandemic, Creative Economy, Vegetable Nugget, Empowerment, Proyek Ekspedisi Nusantara
PELATIHAN PENULISAN ARTIKEL ILMIAH BERBANTUKAN MANAJEMEN REFERENSI MENDELEY
Authors: Sulfaidah  , Al Banna Maisya Zahra , Sapinah  , Liana Alin
Published: March 2024

The publication is the first step for transferring the results of thoughts and research widely to the public. Writing the effects of studies and research is required as a condition for the acceptance of scientific articles by a scientific journal. This training was purposed to improve the ability of teachers to produce scientific papers and practice skills in using Mendeley reference management in managing libraries. This research method includes survey, pretest, training implementation, practicum, and posttest. The workshop activity was carried out through WhatsApp Group, followed by 13 participants who followed the training until the end. The data from the pretest and posttest were analyzed using the Gain score method. The workshop results showed that the knowledge and skills of the participants increased by an average of 2,231 points. Another indicator is known from the ability of participants to apply Mendeley reference management in scientific articles. Currently, four participants have successfully published scientific papers in national journals. This training is considered beneficial and can improve the knowledge and skills of teachers in writing scientific articles with the help of Mendeley reference management.
Key Word: Scientific paper; Teacher; Mendeley; Publication; Universitas Patompo
PENYUSUNAN LAPORAN KEUANGAN WAJIB PAJAK UMKM BERBASIS SAK EMKM SEBAGAI DASAR PELAPORAN SPT TAHUNAN
Authors: Firmansyah Firmansyah , Layli Meutia
Published: March 2024

Preparation of financial reports for MSME taxpayers on the basis of SAK EMKM which is the basis for reporting Annual Tax Returns (SPT). This community service activity aims to provide socialization to taxpayers regarding the preparation of SAK-based financial reports and hopes to be able to provide understanding and knowledge regarding this matter. This is the basis for holding this service activity with the hope that the understanding and knowledge that has been received by MSME taxpayers can be applied by reporting their annual SPT correctly, clearly, completely, and on time. Participants in this socialization activity were MSMEs in the city of Samarinda and students at Widya Mahakam Samarinda University. This activity was carried out in three stages, namely identifying, delivering material, as well as discussion and solutions. This dedication becomes useful knowledge so that you can practice how to prepare and report your taxes with SAK UMKM based reports.
Keywords: Accounting, SAK EMKM, Tax
WORKSHOP PELUANG USAHA UMKM DAN EKONOMI KREATIF PASCA PANDEMI DESA WALED, KECAMATAN KEMIRI, KABUPATEN PURWOREJO
Authors: Setiaji Cahyo
Published: March 2024

After the Covid 19 pandemic, the community continued to try to adjust to the New Normal policy, one of which was the people of Waled Village, Kemiri District, Purworejo Regency. The geographical area which is very advantageous has not been able to be used optimally. The community is very dependent on the economy of rice farming. This activity is an effort to introduce the community to potential areas that can be developed as MSME business opportunities while at the same time providing an understanding of the potential for entrepreneurship in the region. Implementation of activities using the method of lectures, discussions, and incidental assistance. The results of community service activities are an increase in understanding of the business potential of MSMEs, an introduction to regional potential, and an understanding of how to start entrepreneurship for the community. MSME actors before the activity numbered 37 increased to 43 people. Business fields that have been licensed have increased from 11 business sectors to 36 businesses that will be processed.
Keywords: pandemic, covid 19, SMEs, creative economy
TAMAN BACA CERIA SEBAGAI SUMBER LITERASI INFORMASI DIGITAL BAGI WARGA KELURAHAN BANDENGAN KOTA PEKALONGAN
Authors: Kustriyono Erwan , Ayu Panuntun Ida , Hayati Rizka
Published: March 2024

This Community Service activity aims to provide training and assistance solutions regarding the creation of library catalogs in the context of turning the Ceria Reading Park, Bandengan Subdistrict, Pekalongan City into a digital library. This activity also aims to make Community Service partners a source of information literacy in the digital era for the residents of Bandengan Subdistrict, Pekalongan City, especially visitors to Baca Ceria Park who consist of children and teenagers. The partners for this Community Service activity are the library staff at the Ceria Reading Park, Bandengan Village, Pekalongan City. The method for implementing Community Service activities is divided into 4 stages, namely socialization, training, mentoring and evaluation. The result of this Community Service activity is that in the early stages of socialization activities can be socialized well. In the training stage, Community Service partners can participate in training well and smoothly so that they can get the latest information and knowledge regarding how to create catalogs and digital literacy. Not only does the training end, the mentoring process can strengthen the knowledge and skills that have been obtained from the training as well as accompanying Community Service partners in the training. The final results of the evaluation stage showed that Community Service partners stated that their knowledge about cataloging and knowledge about digital literacy had increased and stated that this Community Service activity could provide benefits for Community Service partners.
 Keywords: Community Service, digital literacy, librarian, cheerful reading park
INOVASI PENGOLAHAN SAMPAH DI DESA NGESTIHARJO UNTUK MENDUKUNG GERAKAN BANTUL BERSAMA
Authors: Sari Marti Widya , Setyo Nugroho Ginanjar , Syah Firdiyan
Published: March 2024

Padukuhan Tambak, Ngestiharjo Urban Village, Bantul, has a high population density and has a waste problem which is the main issue. Narrow land makes it more difficult for residents to dispose of garbage around their homes, besides that residents throw garbage carelessly, even in river basins, which causes the river to overflow during the rainy season and causes an unpleasant smell. The urgency of this PKM activity is the need to unravel and overcome waste problems to support the Bantul Bersama program, by empowering the community from the lowest level (village level). Partners in this activity are the Mitra Melati Garbage Bank Group (KBS) in Padukuhan Tambak. Priority problems faced by partners are 1) they do not understand waste management, 2) waste segregation is not optimal, 3) lack of skills in managing waste savings/alms, and 4) waste residues are not managed properly. The purpose of this PKM activity is to unravel the problems of waste management in Padukuhan Tambak, to assist partners in dealing with waste management to support the realization of the 2025 Bantul Bersama program.
 Keywords: Waste management, Bantul Bersama, Empowerment, Garbage Bank
Comparison of Early Vision Quality of Sbl-2 and SBL-3 Segmented Refractive Lens
Authors: Ratajová Michaela , Hoppeová Veronika , Janeková Andrea
Published: March 2024

Purpose: To compare objective quality of vision in patients undergoing phacoemulsification with implantation of a bilateral segmented multifocal intraocular lens (SMIOL).
Methods: A retro-prospective study included 110 eyes of 55 patients who underwent cataract surgery with bilateral SMIOL implantation. Patients were divided according to the type of implanted intraocular lens into group 1 (SBL-2, 62 eyes) and group 2 (SBL-3, 48 eyes).
Postoperatively, monocular and binocular uncorrected distance visual acuity (UCDVA), corrected distance visual acuity (BCDVA), uncorrected intermediate visual acuity (UCIVA, at 66 cm), uncorrected near visual acuity (UCNVA, at 40 cm), corrected near visual acuity (BCNVA) and defocus curve were measured and evaluated. The follow-up period was 6 months.
Results: Mean UCDVA in group 1 (SBL-2) was 0.010 ±0.15 LogMAR monocularly, 0.01 ±0.10 LogMAR binocularly, and in group 2 (SBL-3) was 0.02 ±0.11 LogMAR monocularly and -0.07 ±0.09 LogMAR binocularly. Binocular defocus curves showed that the SBL-3 group performed better than the SBL-2 lens at a vergence of -1.50 D corresponding to 66 cm (center distance), averaging 0.03 ±0.11 LogMAR, while the SBL-2 group averaged 0.12 ±0.14 LogMAR (p = 0.01). The -2.50 D vergence characterizing near vision (40 cm) was achieved by the SBL-2 lens in our study at 0.33 ±0.15 LogMAR and by the SBL-3 lens at 0.00 ±0.11 LogMAR (p = 0.00).
Conclusion: Both SMIOLs provided very good vision at all tested distances 6 months postoperatively. The SBL-2 lens performed better in UCIVA, while the SBL-3 lens excelled in UCDVA and UCNVA.
Influence of Facebook Content Marketing on E- Brand Loyalty; Examine the Mediating Effect of Online Consumer Engagement with Special Reference to Telecommunication Industry in Sri Lanka
Authors: Thundeniya L.G.D.T.B. , Dissanayake D.M.R.
Published: March 2024

Purpose: The continuous advancement in digital technology allows the audience to find more updated information through the different digital platforms. In today’s context, Sri Lankan online audiences are highly active on Facebook platform. Therefore, all telecommunication service providers publish their content via Facebook to attract and retain their online audiences. Thus, this study tries to interpret the influence of Facebook Content Marketing on E- brand loyalty with paying special attention to the mediating effect of Online Consumer Engagement.

Design/methodology/approach: As a quantitative research strategy, it used a structured questionnaire to obtain primary data from the sample. Finally, it was able to collect three hundred ninety-five responses by adopting a convenience sampling method which comes under non-probability sampling.

Findings: The findings of the study demonstrate that the Facebook Content Marketing has positive and significant impact on E- brand loyalty while online consumer engagement has positively and significantly mediated the impact made by Facebook content marketing on E- brand loyalty.

Originality: This research makes a particular attempt to fill the prevailing literature gap on how Facebook content marketing impacts to e- brand loyalty in the telecommunication industry in Sri Lanka depending on the high level of brand-switching behavior carried out in this service sector.

Implications: Managerial implications were made for the Telecommunication industry in Sri Lanka to identify the importance of the valuable and relevant Facebook content to attract and retain their defined online audience.

Keywords: Consumer Engagement, Content Marketing, E- Brand Loyalty, Facebook Content Marketing, Online Consumer Engagement
Modern technology for training qualified runners for medium distances (800, 1500 m)
Authors: Bobrovnyk V.I. , Tkachenko M.L. , Puhachov D.O.
Published: March 2024

The athletic result in middle-distance running is ensured by a combination of the body's functional capabilities (general and special endurance), speed and strength qualities, and stable running technique.

Therefore, there is a need to develop training microcycles that affect the fundamental training of middle-distance runners in the autumn-winter preparatory and winter competitive period, taking into account the development and maintenance of the necessary components of physical qualities, which in turn will be the foundation for the realization of these abilities during the winter competitive period.

When running exercises were performed, the instrumental method of radio telemetry was used. Thanks to this instrumental method, we were able to check whether middle-distance runners at the stage of specialized basic training can perform loads with a certain intensity (maintain a given speed, number of series, number of times, and whether they have time to recover in a certain period of time). This method helped in the development of model weekly training microcycles of middle-distance runners, thanks to the assessment of the physiological training curve, determination of heart rate in the morning at rest, during warm-up, during exercise, during rest between repetitions or series, heart rate after training. The method allows you to correctly choose exercises for a specific day of the week, determine the nature of the load and the number of these exercises and series.

Thus, we developed 7 model microcycles at different stages of the autumn-winter preparatory and winter competition period.
The modern concept of the system of physical education in pre-school education institutions
Authors: Huliuk N. O. , Palʼchuk M. B.
Published: March 2024

The article focuses attention on modern approaches to the concept in the system of development of physical education of children in preschool education institutions in Ukraine and foreign countries of the world. The modern concept of the system of physical education in preschool education institutions is aimed at the comprehensive development of preschoolers, taking into account their emotional, physical and social needs The concepts presented in the article seek to stimulate the all-round development of children through various physical, psychological and social measures aimed at strengthening health and the formation of cognitive or motor skills for the educational process in the following school years. The approach to building physical education in preschool education institutions is argued Programs related to the physical development of preschoolers were analyzed in Ukraine. The actuality and expediency of the Concept are substantiated, its structure and the structure of its creation are given. The article focuses attention on modern approaches to the concept in the system of development of physical education of children in preschool education institutions in Ukraine and foreign countries of the world. The modern concept of the physical education system in preschool education institutions is aimed at the comprehensive development of preschoolers, taking into account their physical, emotional and social needs. The concepts presented in the article seek to stimulate the all-round development of children through various physical, psychological and social measures aimed at strengthening health and forming cognitive and motor skills for the educational process in later school years. The approach to building physical education in preschool education institutions in Ukraine is argued, programs related to the physical development of preschoolers are analyzed. The relevance and expediency of the Concept are substantiated, its structure and construction are given.
Features of the applicatuion of mareyting audit in the developmenr of a fitness club strategy
Authors: Sereda N.V.
Published: March 2024

The article presents the results of the conducted research on the peculiarities of the application of marketing audit in the development of the marketing strategy of a fitness club. The main reasons why it is necessary to conduct a systematic marketing audit of the activity of a fitness club are given. It was determined that focus groups are the most common qualitative method of marketing audit of fitness clubs - 82.3%. The peculiarities of the use of marketing audit in the activity of a fitness club were characterized, namely, it was established that it was most often used to study trends in the development of the fitness club market (83.40%), and least often - to analyze the activities of competitors (34.50%). The main indicators that must be used when conducting a marketing audit of a fitness club have been formed: performance indicators of tactical and long-term measures; indicators characterizing the degree of influence of environmental factors; indicators reflecting the use of human resources; indicators characterizing the organization of marketing activities; indicators characterizing the achievement of goals and the implementation of the strategy of the fit ness club.
HERBS TO TREAT FEMALE SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION (MATI PUTIK) IN MALAY MEDICAL MANUSCRIPTS
Authors: ABDUL GHANI RADIAH , ANHAR AIN ILMIAH , MOHD. SHAFRI MOHD. AFFENDI
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Lack of libido is one of the most common symptoms of female sexual dysfunction among women in the global community. In Malaysia, low levels of libido have been demonstrated in women experiencing mati putik or female sexual dysfunction (FSD). Due to the lack of awareness about FSD, people commonly misunderstand that the signs and symptoms are due to the aging process. The most common signs of mati putik or FSD are fatigue and no desire or interest in engaging in sexual activity. To date, there has been no comprehensive review of the practice of Malay ancestors regarding FSD. Thus, the aim of this study was to document the formulations and practices recorded in Malay medical manuscripts for enhancing female sexual libido. Methods: The secondary texts of Malay medical manuscripts were reviewed to discover the ingredients used as aphrodisiac agents in the Malay Archipelago. The Malay term shahwat was the keyword used to describe sexual libido in the Malay community. A comparative analysis was then conducted to evaluate the materia medica found in the academic literature. Results: Four formulations were found that comprised four different aphrodisiac ingredients, including cabbage, fenugreek, kati, and honey. From all the ingredients, only fenugreek has found clinical evidence in the academic literature. Conclusion: Therefore, it is suggested that the materia medica found in the study be further explored to demonstrate its relationship with libido. This study is important as a part of preserving Malay medical knowledge and heritage, as well as providing insight into information on aphrodisiac plants for enhancing women’s libido that can be applied in conventional medicine.
Newspaper in the classroom (read and discuss): Пособие по английскому языку для студентов уровня intermediate
Authors: Энгель Е.И. , Пореченкова Е.А.
Published: March 2024

Данное учебное пособие адресовано студентам уровня intermediate. Пособие составлено на основе оригинальных, неадаптированных материалов (газетных статей и текстов радиопередач) из англоязычных СМИ. Пособие предлагается использовать для расширения словарного запаса студентов и развития навыков говорения. Преподавателю рекомендуется использовать материалы пособия для организации коллективных обсуждений на занятиях. Каждый UNIT представляет собой несколько газетных статей или текстов радиопередач и посвящён той или иной теме. Каждый текст сопровождается словарём. Каждый UNIT предваряется небольшим списком вопросов, над которыми студентам предлагается подумать в ходе подготовки к занятию. Преподавателю рекомендуется подготовить собственные вопросы студентам по теме занятия.
Radiodiagnóstico de osteodistrofia hipertrófica em cão Fila Brasileiro
Authors: Zamian Tainá Rodrigues de Oliveira , Luppi Marta Maria Circhia Pinto , Segalla Caragelasco Douglas , Meireles dos Reis Fernanda , Barbosa de Almeida Gabriela , Borrelli Aielo Júlia , Fraianella Teixeira de Godoy João Vitor , Das Neves Victória Gabriela , Andrade de Barros Michele
Published: March 2024

Hypertrophic osteodystrophy is an idiopathic bone disorder of unknown etiology that affects young dogs of large and giant breeds. This disorder is associated with factors such as excessive vitamin supplementation, hypovitaminosis C, and infectious microorganisms. Clinical manifestations include fever, lameness, painful sensitivity, and varied systemic symptoms. Radiographic signs reveal radiotransparent areas adjacent to the growth plates of long bones. This case report addresses the radiodiagnosis of hypertrophic osteodystrophy in an 8-month-old Brazilian Mastiff female, initially presenting kyphotic deviation of the spine, hyporexia, soft stool, weakness and muscular atrophy. Laboratory tests indicated alterations in protein levels, alkaline phosphatase, cholesterol, calcium, and phosphorus. Radiographs showed bone lysis in the epiphysis and non-union of the anconeal process. The adopted treatment included dietary correction, and vitamin and mineral supplementation. Although the etiology remains unknown, genetic, infectious, and dietary factors are considered predisposing. Characteristic radiographic signs include the appearance of a double physis, necrosis due to the collapse of trabecular bone, and periosteal reactions. Treatment, focused on diet correction and supplementation, resulted in clinical improvement and partial remission of radiographic signs.
PENDAMPINGAN PENANAMAN MANGROVE SEBAGAI UPAYA OPTIMALISASI PENGHIJAUAN WILAYAH PESISIR KOTA TANJUNGPINANG
Authors: Irawan Bony , Sarkity Dios , Fernando Adam , Nevrita Nevrita , Oprasmani Elfa , Muhartati Erda , Hindrasti Nur Eka Kusuma , Intasir M. Pemberdi , Pratama Yudi , Sumarni Een
Published: March 2024

Ekosistem mengrove merupakan ekosistem penting di wilayah pesisir. Kerusakan ekosistem mangrove menyebabkan berbagai dampak buruk diantaranya menurunnya keanekaragaman hayati, terjadinya abrasi serta intrusi. Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah untuk mengoptimalisasikan penghijauan kawasan pesisir Kota Tanjungpinang melalui pendampingan penanaman mangrove. Kegiatan ini dilakukan dalam bentuk pendampingan. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan pada Desember 2022 di Tanjung Sebauk, Kota Tanjungpinang. Kegiatan ini diikuti oleh masyarakat yang didominasi oleh para remaja.  Ketercapaian kegiatan diukur melalui kuesioner dengan pertanyaan tertutup dan terbuka. Melalui kegiatan ini, sebanyak 2500 bibit mangrove telah ditanam. Respon peserta terhadap kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa kegiatan dapat memberikan manfaat terhadap diri sendiri, masyarakat, dan lingkungan. Kegiatan ini dapat menumbuhkan kesadaran pelestarian lingkungan, mengedukasi masyarakat tentang manfaat hutan mangrove dan dampak buruk akibat kerusakan hutan mangrove di kawasan pesisir, serta memberikan pengetahuan tentang cara menanam mangrove yang baik dan benar. Kegiatan pendampingan penanaman mangrove ini telah berkontribusi dalam optimalisasi penghijauan kawasan pesisir Kota Tanjungpinang. Kegiatan seperti ini harus secara kontiniu dilaksanakan, bukan hanya sekedar melakukan penanaman mangrove tetapi juga mengedukasi masyarakat tentang pentingnya hutan mangrove bagi kawasan pesisir.
PEMBERDAYAAN IBU-IBU RUMAH TANGGA DALAM MENUNJANG DESA BUSUNG SEBAGAI DESA WISATA MELALUI PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN KERAJINAN TANGAN DARI GONGGONG
Authors: Afriyadi Afriyadi , Budiman Arif , Dwita Dea , Nelson Endi , Saputri Ester Dwi , Idham Muhamad Hairil , Putri Ramadhayani
Published: March 2024

Sebagai salah satu daerah penghasil gonggong (Strombus canarium) terbesar di Kabupaten Bintan, limbah gonggong belum dimanfaatkan oleh masyarakat sebagai salah satu hasil kerajinan tangan yang mampu memberikan nilai tambah pendapatan bagi masyarakat Desa Busung, dikarenakan kurangnya pemahaman masyarakat terhadap pengolahan cangkang gonggong menjadi kerajinan tangan. Tujuan dari pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pendapatan masyarakat di Desa Busung dari nilai jual aksesoris gonggong. Pelatihan dilaksanakan terhadap 30 ibu-ibu rumah tangga. Metode yang dilakukan dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan ini adalah penyampaian materi terhadap nilai tambah yang akan diperoleh masyarakat dari pengolahan limbah gongong, pelatihan pengolahan limbah gonggong melalui pembuatan gantungan kunci, bross, magnet kulkas dan pembuatan tempat tisu. Hasil dari pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah meningkatnya tingkat pengetahuan ibu-ibu rumah tangga terhadap pengolahan limbah gonggong dan mampu membuat kerajinan tangan secara mandiri, dengan tingkat kepuasan peserta pelatihan terhadap materi pelatihan sebesar 4,44 (sangat baik). Hasil kerajinan gonggong dapat dipasarkan sebagai cendera mata dalam mendukung Desa Busung sebagai Desa Wisata.
Pengaruh Perilaku Pemberdayaan Kepemimpinan Terhadap Kesejahteraan Guru Dengan Resiliensi Sebagai Mediasi
Authors: Syafni Yanti  , Adolf Bastian  , Nurfaisal
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan pada Guru di SMPN 1 Siak, SMPN 2 Siak, SMPN 3 Siak, SMPN 4 Siak di Kecamatan Siak Kabupaten Siak dengan tujuan menguji hubungan yang signifikan antara perilaku pemberdayaan kepemimpinan dan kesejahteraan psikologi guru ditingkat menengah, yakni pentingnya pemberdayaan kepemimpinan mempengaruhi resiliensi terhadap kesejahterahaan guru. Populasi penelitian berjumlah 99 guru, penulis menggunakan sampel jenuh dimana seluruh populasi menjadi sampel. Analisa data penelitian ini menggunakan statistik deskriptif dan analisis verifikatif, sebagai alat analisis digunakan Sctruktural Equational Model yang diproses dengan Software Smart PLS2. Hasil analisis membuktikan bahwa pada Guru di SMPN 1 Siak, SMPN 2 Siak, SMPN 3 Siak, SMPN 4 Siak di Kecamatan Siak Kabupaten Siak, a) Terdapat hubungan antara perilaku pemberdayaan kepemimpinan terhadap kesejahteraan guru ditingkat sekolah menengah dikecamatan Siak; b) Resiliensi mampu memediasi pengaruh pemberdayaan kepemimpinan terhadap kesejahteraan guru.
ANALISIS TINGGI TERBANG UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE TERHADAP KLASIFIKASI TUTUPAN LAHAN MENGGUNAKAN OBJECT BASED IMAGE ANALYSIS
Authors: Ikhsani Hanifah , Ikhwan Muhammad , Lestari Ika
Published: March 2024

The development of forest and land cover classification methods was currently increasing rapidly, one of which is by utilizing remote sensing applications, namely UAV technology. One method with high accuracy that can be used to classify forest and land cover is the object-based image analysis (OBIA) classification method. There is an assumption that the results of orthophoto shooting will look the same at a glance, but each orthophoto result also has a different spatial resolution and affects the detail of each OBIA segmentation. This makes this research important to do how to classify forest and land cover in the Ghimbo Pomuan customary forest, Kenegerian Kampa, Kampar Riau at different flying heights of the UAV. This study aims to map forest and land cover classes based on the UAV flight height and analyze the UAV flight altitude on the resulting land cover classification. The method used is exploration and processing of UAV imagery. Starting with the preparation and determination of observation points, forest and land cover classification using the OBIA method at several UAV flight heights and data analysis. In the Ghimbo Pomuan customary forest area, several land cover classifications were produced using OBIA. The land cover classes include water bodies, forests, oil palm plantations and shrubs. Classification of land cover in the water body class has a tendency of under segmentation at UAV flight height of 120 m. Object details in the oil palm and shrub land cover class were higher at UAV flight heights of 100 m than at 120 m and 130 m, whereas in the forest class there was no difference.
ANALISIS FAKTOR KESUKSESAN APLIKASI ESALES APOTEK MUTIARA DENGAN MODEL DELONE & MCLEAN
Authors: Salsabilla Yolan , Faroqi Asif , Safitri Eristya Maya
Published: March 2024

Perkembangan bisnis saat ini tidak dapat dipisahkan dari peran penting sistem informasi. Adanya perkembangan sistem informasi digunakan sebagai alat untuk mengatasi persaingan bisnis. Banyak sektor bisnis yang sudah mulai menerapkan aplikasi untuk menunjang proses bisnisnya, termasuk apotek. Beberapa cabang bisnis masih tergolong baru dalam menggunakan sistem informasi untuk mendukung proses bisnisnya, termasuk aplikasi eSales. Oleh karena itu, perlu dilakukan evaluasi terhadap aplikasi tersebut untuk mengetahui apakah aplikasi tersebut telah sukses dalam membantu proses bisnis di perusahaan. Penelitian ini berusaha mengidentifikasi faktor apa saja yang memengaruhi kesuksesan penerapan aplikasi eSales di Apotek Mutiara. Data dikumpulkan dengan cara mensurvei 43 karyawan yang bekerja di beberapa cabang Apotek Mutiara, kemudian dianalisis dengan model kesuksesan sistem informasi DeLone & McLean. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa System Quality, Information Quality, dan Service Quality berpengaruh dalam mendukung kesuksesan aplikasi eSales. Hasil tersebut dapat menjadi saran bagi apotek untuk melakukan perbaikan terhadap aplikasi agar karyawan tidak lagi mengalami kesulitan ketika mengoperasikan aplikasi pada saat bekerja.
PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN ICARE BERBANTUAN APLIKASI ASSEMBLR EDU UNTUK MENINGKATKAN LITERASI SAINS SISWA
Authors: Ananda Nur Latifah  , Irianti Mitri , Azizahwati Azizahwati
Published: March 2024

Literasi sains adalah keterampilan abad ke-21 yang perlu dikuasi oleh setiap siswa. Melek sains akan membuat orang mampu menghadapi masalah-masalah di abad ke-21. Dengan demikian, hal tersebut juga menjadi tantangan baru bagi dunia pendidikan dalam mempersiapkan peserta didik yang melihat jelas bagaimana sains. Sebab, dengan begitu siswa akan lebih mudah dalam mengatasi permasalahan ilmiah yang terjadi di sekitarnya. Oleh karena itu, upaya dalam meningkatkan keterampilan literasi sains ini sudah banyak berbagai cara. Untuk meningkatkan literasi sains siswa, model pembelajaran ICARE diimplementasikan dalam penelitian ini melalui penggunaan aplikasi assemblr edu. Bulan November hingga Desember di MTs Darul Hikmah Pekanbaru penelitian ini dilakukan. Sebanyak 320 siswa dari seluruh kelas VII menjadi populasi penelitian ini. Dua kelas yang telah menjalani uji homogenitas dan normalitas menjadi sampel penelitian. Tes yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini untuk mengumpulkan data meliputi tes kemampuan pengukuran literasi sains. Temuan dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa nilai rata-rata kelas eksperimen lebih besar daripada kelas kontrol. Hal ini menunjukkan seberapa baik aplikasi Assemblr edu dan paradigma pembelajaran ICARE bekerja sama.
CORRELATION BETWEEN TRADITIONAL LAW AND POSITIVISM IN INDONESIA AND MALAYSIA
Authors: Iriansyah Iriansyah , Irfansyah Irfansyah , Febrina Rezmia
Published: March 2024

This article aims to analyze the correlation between customary law and positivism law in Indonesia and Malaysia. This research uses a normative juridical approach with a statute approach and a conceptual approach. Based on the research results, customary law is unwritten with positivism law which is written. And positive law in Indonesia or the law that is expected to be present in the future in Indonesia, must be seen from the aspect of culture or customary law that grows and develops in the environment of indigenous peoples. Given the purpose of the form of a regulation or law is to meet human needs in social life. So the people who enjoy the law are the people. Whereas in Malaysia customary law is still recognized as long as it grows and develops in the community and does not conflict with the religion of Islam and has been promulgated, it can be said that there is the same thing as the distribution of assets gono gini or joint assets with Spencerian assets in Malaysia. 
The Mayor of Batam Ex-Officio as Head of The Batam Concession Agency: Cross-Jurisdictional Authority and Legal Problems
Authors: Respationo Soerya
Published: March 2024

This research aims to explore the impact of granting the position of Head of the Batam Concession Agency to the Mayor of Batam on an ex-officio basis on the principle of "check and balance" in the governance of Batam and to assess the extent to which this policy is consistent with the principles of regional autonomy and decentralization, which are constitutional cornerstones in Indonesia. Through a normative legal research method using secondary data, this study reveals that the policy of granting ex-officio positions has a significant impact on the principle of "check and balance" with a potential reduction in the effectiveness of internal and external supervision, as well as an increased potential for abuse of power that may affect the integrity of decision-making. In addition, this policy raises essential questions about consistency with regional autonomy and decentralization principles, the main pillars of Indonesia's governance system. The principle of regional autonomy aims to give authority to local governments to manage their affairs without excessive interference from the central government. This research provides important insights into the consequences and consistency of government policies that may affect the fundamental principles of regional governance.
Women in Political Party Recruitment in Japan: A Comparative Study of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the Constitutional Democratic Party (CDP)
Authors: Ulfa Azis Ardhana
Published: March 2024

This research will shed light on the role of women in political parties in Japan. Japanis still in 125th position out of 146 countries in the World Economic Forum's Global Gender Gap Index (GGI) Report 2023. This puts Japan at the bottom among developed countries. Even though various policies related to gender equality have been taken by the Japanese government. Politics as an instrument of democracy should ideally play a role in the promotion and campaign of gender equality in Japan.  The ruling LDP  (Liberal Democratic Party) and the opposition CDP (Constitutional Democratic Party) also played the issue  of gender equality as part of efforts to respond to women's public. The response of political parties can certainly be traced to how political parties recruit and place women in party and parliamentary structures. This is the purpose of this study, to find out how the LDP and CDP recruit and candidacy women in their respective parties as an effort to realize gender equality. Using qualitative methods and party recruitment perspectives, it was found that both LDP and CDP provide space for women's involvement in their political parties. Although the LDP in the recruitment of women still uses a conservative and exclusive approach, the CDP is more progressive and inclusive. And also both, the LDP and CDP both consider the capital and political motivations of each female candidate. However, neither of them has made the affirmative quota policy effective within his party