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Learning Design: To Improve Mathematical Problem-Solving Skills Using a Contextual Approach
Authors: Amalia Lia , Makmuri Makmuri , Hakim Lukman El
Published: March 2024

Mathematical problem-solving skills are essential for success in various fields, including science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). However, many students struggle with math and often lack the necessary skills to solve problems effectively. Traditional math education often lacks real-world context, which makes it difficult for students to engage with the material and develop problem-solving skills. To address this issue, the need for a contextual approach to learning design to improve mathematical problem-solving skills is inevitable.  In the context of math education, this approach can be applied by providing learners with mathematical problems that are embedded in meaningful contexts, such as real-world scenarios or case studies. This approach draws from theories such as situated cognition and social constructivism, which emphasize the importance of considering the broader context in which problem-solving occurs. A literature review is used in this research method, and data analysis is done descriptively. By applying a contextual approach to mathematics learning design, students are expected to develop mathematical problem-solving skills that are important for success in various fields.
Keputusan Pembelian Konsumen: Peran Duta Merek dan Kualitas Produk
Authors: Margaretha Laurensya , Tjiptodjojo Kartika Imasari
Published: March 2024

Saat ini maraknya kesadaran akan pentingnya kesehatan kulit membuat banyak bermunculan produk skincare baru. Para pebisnis pun melihat peluang ini dan mulai untuk mencoba untuk berbisnis di bidang produk kecantikan. Hal tersebut menyebabkan timbulnya fenomena persaingan pasar yang cukup ketat di bidang produk kecantikan. Maka dari itu, perusahaan perlu membuat strategi untuk menarik perhatian konsumennya. Scarlett Whitening merupakan salah satu perusahaan skincare yang memiliki kepopuleran tinggi dimana produk yang dihasilkan dan dijual mampu mencapai penjualan tertinggi dalam beberapa periode waktu. Tujuan penelitian dilakukan untuk mengetahui duta merek EXO dan kualitas produk dalam memengaruhi keputusan pembelian skincare Scarlett Whitening. Sampel dalam penelitian ini merupakan masyarakat di Kota Bandung yang mengetahui EXO sebagai duta merek dan pernah menggunakan produk Scarlett Whitening, dan didapati sebanyak 100 responden. Analisis data yang digunakan yaitu analisis regresi linier berganda. Hasil yang ditemukan bahwa duta merek dan kualitas produk berpengaruh secara stimultan dan signifikan terhadap keputusan pembelian.
Strategi Eksistensi SMPN 4 Kota Semarang dalam Meningkatkan Mutu Pendidikan
Authors: Puspitasari Wahyu , Permanasari Rusdiana , Ayuningtyas Sekar Arum , Oktafiana Fanny Adhi , Novasari Linda
Published: March 2024

Pendidikan merupakan salah satu hal yang paling penting dalam kehidupan manusia. Pendidikan dapat memberikan pengetahuan, keterampilan, dan nilai-nilai yang dibutuhkan untuk hidup. Pendidikan juga dapat membantu manusia untuk mengembangkan potensinya dan menjadi manusia yang bermartabat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis strategi eksistensi SMPN 4 Kota Semarang dalam meningkatkan mutu pendidikan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan Fenomena Manajemen terkait permasalahan sistem zonasi. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah wawancara mendalam (indepth interview), observasi, dan data sekunder (studi dokumentasi, buku-buku, surat kabar, arsip, makalah yang berhubungan dengan penelitian). Analisis data dalam penelitian dengan pendekatan kualitatif pada prinsipnya berproses secara Analisis Deskriptif (content analysis), menggunakan studi kasus dengan mengutamakan fenomena permasalahan yang sedang dihadapi saat ini. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa SMPN 4 Semarang memiliki organisasi yang terstruktur dengan baik, dan memiliki Pendidikan karakter yang melekat dan diterapkan oleh siswa setiap harinya baik di sekolah maupun di rumah.
Studi Literatur Inkuiri Terbimbing terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia Kelas X SMK
Authors: Safi’i Muhammad , Surip M. , Lubis Malan
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat berbagai literatur tentang model inkuiri terbimbing sebagai pilihan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berpikir kritis pada pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia di Kelas X SMK Swasta Al Mus’shun. Hasil wawancara dengan guru Bahasa Indonesia menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa masih sangat rendah. Hal ini ditunjukkan oleh fakta bahwa siswa tidak aktif memberikan komentar saat guru mengajukan pertanyaan. Siswa mengalami kesulitan dalam menjelaskan uraian dasar, membuat kesimpulan, membuat uraian lanjutan, membuat strategi dan taktik dan mengkonstruksi dasar berbahasa. Mereka juga mengalami kesulitan dalam proses pembelajaran hanya mengikuti penjelasan guru tanpa membuat hubungan antara dasar-dasar yang dipelajari. Proses pembelajaran guru disesuaikan dengan Kurikulum Meredeka, yang mendorong siswa untuk berpikir kritis. Namun dalam praktiknya, guru hanya memberikan instruksi di kelas. Tes yang dilakukan oleh penelitian ini tes wawancara dengan guru dan siswa kelas X SMK Swasta Al Ma’shum. Penelitian yang dilakukan yaitu dengan menggunakan metode studi literatur dan wawancara. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Solusi untuk masalah tersebut memerlukan model pembelajaran berbasis inkuiri terbimbing.
Analisis Resepsi Audiens Tentang Akun TikTok @codebluuuu (Review Kuliner Pada Restoran Bintang 5)
Authors: Azkia Natasha Izza , Yudiana Indriastuti
Published: March 2024

Kemajuan teknologi mempermudah masyarakat untuk mengakses informasi melalui media sosial. Media sosial TikTok adalah media sosial yang paling banyak digunakan oleh masyarakat saat ini. TikTok dapat digunakan sebagai wadah untuk mengekspresikan diri, salah satunya adalah dengan membuat konten vlog. Hal ini terkait dengan konten @codebluuuu TikTok yang memberikan ulasan negatif tentang kuliner di restoran dan hotel mewah bintang 5 yang menimbulkan pro dan kontra di publik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana penerimaan yang diperoleh oleh followers TikTok @codebluuuu, yang merupakan Generasi Z mengenai konten review negatif di restoran dan hotel mewah bintang 5. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dengan studi analisis resepsi dan teori Encoding-Decoding Stuart Hall yang mengelompokkan penerimaan audiens ke dalam tiga kategori posisi, yaitu posisi dominant hegemonic position, negotiated position, dan oppositional position. Sebagai hasil dari penelitian ini, informant 1, 3, dan 6 memasuki posisi dominant hegemonic code; informant 2 dan 7 memasuki posisi negotiated code; dan informant 4 dan 5 berada di posisi opposition code.
Implementasi Kebijakan Pengelolaan Perhutanan Sosial Skema Hutan Desa Bagi Masyarakat Kampung Ubadari, Distrik Kayauni, Kabupaten Fakfak, Provinsi Papua Barat
Authors: Wasongko Fajar Wedha , Tafalas Muhammad Guzali , Watunglawar Balthasar
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan dan menjelaskan kinerja serta peran para pihak (stakeholder) dalam mengimplementasi kebijakan program perhutanan sosial skema hutan desa; mengidentifikasi dan menemukan faktor-faktor yang berpengaruh terhadap implementasi kebijakan perhutanan sosial dengan skema hutan desa; serta mendeskripsikan dan menjelaskan strategi dan langkah yang tepat untuk meningkatkan implementasi kebijakan perhutanan sosial skema hutan desa selanjutnya.  Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan wawancara mendalam (indepth interview) dengan menggunakan panduan wawancara yang sistematis.  Faktor-faktor pendorong pengelolaan hutan desa di Kampung Ubadari yaitu adanya pendampingan stakeholder, keterlibatan masyarakat dalam pemanfaatan lahan, terdapat regulasi pendukung perhutanan sosial serta aturan internal kelompok, melakukan pelatihan peningkatan kapasitas SDM, bantuan alat ekonomi produktif, adanya unit usaha hutan desa (KUPS), peran pendamping sebagai fasilitator pengembangan usaha dan penghubung mitra, terdapat potensi wisata alam, adanya pedoan pembinaan, pengendalian dan evaluasi, serta penerapan sistem agroforestri yang baik.  Faktor-faktor penghambat terdiri atas belum adannya program kerja, belum ada sosialisasi kebijakan tentang hutan desa, pokja PPS Provinsi Papua Barat belum berfungsi secara optimal, pertemuan rutin dan keterlibatan anggota dalam peningkatan kapasitas belum baik, bantuan peralatan belum optimal dimanfaatkan, unit usaha belum berjalan maksimal, koordinasi pendamping belum maksimal, belum optimalnya pemanfaatan obyek wisata alam, perlindungan dan pengamanan hutan belum maksimal, serta kegiatan pembinaan, pengendalian dan evaluasi belum terlaksana dengan baik.
Pengaruh Kompensasi Finansial dan Kompensasi Non Finansial terhadap Kepuasan Kerja Karyawan pada Rumah Sakit XYZ Cimahi
Authors: Syamsudhuha Wildan , Abdurahman Khaerul Rizal
Published: March 2024

Rumah Sakit XYZ (RS XYZ) termasuk suatu rumah sakit yang memberikan pelayanan kesehatan kepada masyarakat di Kota Cimahi serta sekitarnya. Dalam menjalankan aktivitasnya rumah sakit memerlukan banyak komponen utama, seperti sumber daya manusia. Dalam mengatur sumber daya manusia agar berjalan sesuai dengan yang diharapkan maka organisasi maupun perusahaan wajib memperhatikan kepuasan kerja karyawannya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh kompensasi finansial dan kompensasi non finansial terhadap kepuasan kerja karyawan pada Rumah Sakit XYZ di Kota Cimahi. Metode dalam penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui wawancara dan kuesioner, metode analisis data menggunakan metode deskriptif kuantitatif dan asosiatif kuantitatif serta teknik analisis data menggunakan uji regresi linear berganda dengan cara menafsirkan tabel output pengolahan SPSS. Responden pada penelitian tersebut seperti berjumlah 31 orang karyawan pada bagian penunjang Rumah Sakit XYZ. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa: 1). Kompensasi finansial tidak berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan kerja pegawai bagian penunjang RS XYZ, 2). Kompensasi non finansial berpengaruh positif terhadap kepuasan kerja karyawan bagian penunjang RS XYZ, 3). Kompensasi finansial dan kompensasi non finansial secara bersama-sama berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan kerja pegawai bagian penunjang RS XYZ. Sehingga dapat disimpulkan pada saat perusahaan memperhatikan kemaslahatan setiap karyawannya maka dapat berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan kerja karyawan yang tinggi.
Faktor Faktor Pengungkit Esprit de Corps untuk Mengatasi Beban Tugas Akibat Keterbatasan Personil TNI AU
Authors: Purnama Hasiib Bintang , Soeling Pantius Drahen
Published: March 2024

Pengawakan personil TNI AU saat ini hanya terisi 60,59% yang menunjukan keterbatasan jumlah personil TNI AU dalam menjalankan tugasnya. Beban tugas yang meningkat tanpa diimbangi dengan jumlah personil yang sebanding akan menghambat keefektifan pelaksanaan tugas dan akhirnya terjadi penurunan kinerja. Dengan keterbatasan personil dan tanpa merekrut personil baru, kekhasan instansi militer yaitu Esprit de Corps atau jiwa kesatuan gotong royong untuk saling membantu tampaknya dapat menjadi solusi. Tujuan dari artikel ini adalah untuk menganalisis dan menjelaskan faktor faktor apa saja yang dapat berpengaruh dalam meningkatkan Esprit de Corps personil TNI AU. Metode dari artikel ini adalah studi Literature Review dari jurnal jurnal internasional yang kredibel dan terbaru. Hasilnya didapatkan terdapat banyak faktor yaitu: kohesi, kolaborasi, komunikasi, resolusi konflik, koordinasi, kepemimpinan, stabilitas tim, dan faktor faktor lainnya yang dijelaskan dalam pembahasan berpengaruh signifikan dalam meningkatkan Esprit de Corps (Teamwork/Team Spirit/Group cohesion). Kesimpulannya adalah bahwa dengan memperkuat Esprit de Corps melalui faktor faktor pengungkit, bukan hanya mengurangi tekanan pada individu, tetapi juga meningkatkan efisiensi secara keseluruhan tanpa perlu menambah personel baru. Melalui kerja tim yang solid, sumber daya yang ada dapat dimaksimalkan untuk menangani tugas dan tanggung jawab yang ada.
Pengaruh Return on Equity, Ukuran Perusahaan dan Debt to Equity Ratio terhadap Nilai Perusahaan Sektor Barang Konsumsi Periode 2018-2022
Authors: Sugiarto Aris , Sriyatun Sriyatun , Sriyatun Sriyatun
Published: March 2024

Selama beberapa tahun terakhir, pasar modal telah memberikan keuntungan bagi sejumlah investor yang berinvestasi di perusahaan. Para investor seringkali melakukan analisis laporan keuangan perusahaan sebagai sarana untuk mengevaluasi kinerja perusahaan tersebut dan mengukur potensi perkembangan di masa depan. Penelitian ini difokuskan pada sektor barang konsumsi, yang menjadi sektor industri utama di IHSG selama 5 tahun terakhir menurut BEI, menjadi target utama bagi para investor. Total sampel dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 24 perusahaan yang dipilih menggunakan metode purposive sampling. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengevaluasi dampak Return on Equity (ROE), Ukuran Perusahaan, dan Debt to Equity Ratio (DER) terhadap Nilai Perusahaan. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Bursa Efek Indonesia (BEI) selama periode 2018-2022, dengan menggunakan jenis data kuantitatif dan menerapkan analisis regresi data panel dengan menggunakan Eviews versi 10. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa secara parsial, variabel ROE, Ukuran Perusahaan, dan DER memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap nilai perusahaan pada sektor barang konsumsi yang terdaftar di BEI selama tahun 2018-2022.
Analisis Penyusunan Laporan Keuangan Berdasarkan PSAK 45 Pada Yayasan
Authors: Asahra Shabrina , Evrianti Hesti , Anisah Anisah
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini dilaksanakan dengan tujuan untuk melakukan penyusunan laporan keuangan Yayasan Rumah Sehat Jabal Nur sesuai dengan standar laporan keuangan yang berlaku, yaitu PSAK 45. Ini karena penyusunan laporan keuangan merupakan bentuk pertangungjawaban pengelola yayasan terhadap masyarakat dan pemerintah, serta untuk menuju pelaporan keuangan akuntabel dan transparan, bahwa penyusunan pelaporan keuangan organisasi nirlaba di Indonesia harus menerapkan pada standar yang berlaku saat ini. Artinya, PSAK 45 dibuat. Penulis menggunakan pendekatan peneliti deskriptif kualitatif, mencakup pengumpulan dan analisis informasi. Untuk menentukan dan menjawab masalah serta tujuan penelitian, Laporan posisi keuangan disusun dengan tujuan untuk memberikan informasi mengenai aset, liabilitas dan aset netto. Dalam laporan aktivitas Yayasan Rumah Sehat Jabal Nur juga menyampaikan rincian sumber dana yang diterima serta pengeluaran yang diakui dari sumbangan yang tidak menginginkan pembayaran kembali. Yayasan ialah entitas non-profit maupun non-laba yang mengelola dana dan sumber daya lainnya yang diberikan bagi para donatur. Sebagai entitas non-laba, laporan keuangan yang diperuntukkan, terutama untuk para donatur, perlu dibuat dan dilaporkan sehingga menunjukkan tingkat akuntabilitas yayasan terhadap donatur.
Analisis Gaya Kepemimpinan terhadap Kinerja Kerja Karyawan Yayasan
Authors: Hasanah Adinda Uswatun , Adda Harnida Wahyuni , Evrianti Hesti , Wiriastuti Wiri
Published: March 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetauhi dan menganalisis Gaya Kepemimpinan terhadap kinerja kerja karyawan. Metode Dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian yang bersifat kualitatif, dalam penelitian kualitatif ini, yang menjadi instrumen atau alat penelitian adalah peneliti itu sendiri. Jenis data yang dipergunakan adalah data primer serta sekunder, Teknik pengumpulan data dengan wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi dengan observasi dan wawancara dengan pimpinan yayasan sebagai informan kunci dan empat karyawan. Hasil penelitian berdasarkan gaya kepemimpinan yang digunakan di Yayasan Rumah Sehat Jabal Nur yang memiliki gaya kepemimpinan partisipatif. Dengan pengukuran kinerja kerja melalui; kualitas, kuantitas, waktu kerja dan kerja sama. Dalam rangka meningkatkan kinerja karyawan, pimpinan saling menghargai potensi masing-masing dengan melakukan kegiatan yang diharapkan dapat meningkatkan kinerja karyawan, Namun dalam memotivasi karyawan dirasa kurang memadai dan hal ini berdampak pada kurang nya kuantitas kerja karwayan dan waktu kerja.
Analisis Implementasi Pemasaran Digital pada Yayasan
Authors: Ramadhan Rizky , Adda Harnida Wahyuni , Evrianti Hesti
Published: March 2024

Berdasarkan uraian di atas dapat di tarik kesimpulan bahwa tempat penelitian yang di lakukan oleh peneliti ialah tempat baru berdiri dan merupakan penelitian baru, oleh sebab itu peneliti tertarik untuk meneliti terkait analisis implementasi pemasaran media sosial pada yayasan rumah sehat jabal nur. Peneliti dalam penelitian kualitatif disebut instrumen manusia. Instrumen manusia berfungsi untuk menentukan fokus penelitianSosial media seperti Instagram, Facebook TikTok dan YouTube dapat menjadi platfrom pilihan untuk promosi, Perusahaan dapat memilih antara Instagram, Facebook, TikTok dan YouTube namun, untuk mempersingkat waktu, biaya, sumber daya manusia dan pengetahuan, perusahaan pada awalnya harus focus pada satu media sosial saja.Strategi pemasaran media sosial Yayasan rumah sehat jabal nur menggunakan beberapa platform media sosial, seperti Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, dan YouTube, sebagai bagian dari strategi digital marketing mereka, Konten-konten seperti brosur digital, video kegiatan, dan program-program Yayasan diunggah untuk menarik minat dan dukungan dari audiens.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Metode Mengajar Bervariasi terhadap Minat Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Ekonomi di SMAS Al-Muslimun Sei Kijang Pelalawan
Authors: Azzura Khaliza , Gimin Gimin , Syabrus Hardisem
Published: March 2024

Pengaruh Penggunaan Metode Mengajar Bervariasi terhadap Minat Belajar Siswa pada Mata Pelajaran Ekonomi di SMAS Al-Muslimun Sei Kijang Pelalawan
Minat memiliki peran penting dalam proses belajar, dan kurangnya minat dapat mengakibatkan kinerja belajar yang tidak optimal. Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh masih teradapatnya siswa yang memiliki minat belajar yang rendah di SMAS Al-Muslimun Sei Kijang Pelalawan.  Oleh karena itu, penggunaan metode mengajar yang bervariasi merupakan salah satu alternatif yang efektif untuk merangsang minat belajar siswa dan mencapai hasil yang memuaskan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi dampak penggunaan metode mengajar yang bervariasi terhadap minat belajar siswa di SMAS Al-Muslimun Sei Kijang Pelalawan. Pendekatan kuantitatif digunakan untuk mengidentifikasi dampak penggunaan metode pengajaran yang beragam terhadap minat belajar siswa. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan penerapan metode mengajar yang bervariasi terhadap minat belajar siswa khususnya pada mata pelajaran ekonomi di SMAS Al-Muslimun Sei Kijang Pelalawan.
Aktivisme Media Sosial di Instagram: Studi Literatur
Authors: Rochmawati Ayu , Alamiyah Syifa Syarifah
Published: March 2024

Perkembangan dunia tidak terlepas dari perkembangan teknologi informasi dan komunikasi. Internet membawa banyak perubahan dalam aspek kehidupan masyarakat termasuk dalam aspek kegiatan aktivisme dan perubahan sosial. Tingginya pengguna Instagram membuat para aktivis turut menggunakan kesempatan ini untuk mencapai tujuan gerakan. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana Instagram bisa dimanfaatkan untuk mencapai tujuan gerakan aktivisme dan perubahan sosial. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan teknik library research dan content analysis. Hasil dari penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Instagram berperan cukup singnifikan untuk para aktivis dalam mendukung tercapainya tujuan gerakan namun hanya bisa digunakan dalam aktivisme yang didukung media sosial bukan sepenuhnya berbasis di media sosial.
Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM): Pemerataan Kualitas Sumber Daya Manusia pada Program Studi MPI STAI Syamsul ‘Ulum Gunungpuyuh Sukabumi
Authors: Fauzi Muhammad Ridwan , Taufik Muhamad , Mubarak Muhammad Syauqi , Qomaruzzaman Bambang , Zaqiah Qiqi Yuliati
Published: March 2024

Tujuan Penelitian untuk mengidentifikasi implementasi Kebijakan MBKM, daya dukung dan evaluasi di STAI Syamsul ‘Ulum gununpuyuh Sukabumi. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah studi kasus, bersifat deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif dengan Teknik analisis data Crsawel. Penelitian menunjukan 1) implementasi Kebijakan MBKM di STAI Syamsul 'Ulum Gunungpuyuh Sukabumi prodi manajemen Pendidikan Islam (MPI) dengan langkah-langkah progresif, manajemen kurikulum yang terencana dan dievaluasi secara berkala. Fleksibilitas kurikulum, integrasi nilai-nilai agama dengan semangat inklusif MBKM dan penguatan fungsi kelembagaan yang ditingkatkan. 2) Langkah-langkah progresif sebagai daya dukung dilaksanakan seperti pengembangan kurikulum, peningkatan sumber daya manusia, pemanfaatan teknologi, berkolaborasi dengan lembaga lain, dan inovasi dalam pendidikan agama menandai kesungguhan institusi dalam menyediakan pendidikan berkualitas. 3) Evaluasi menyeluruh terhadap keterlibatan mahasiswa, adaptasi kurikulum, dan pengembangan keterampilan relevan dengan kehidupan profesional dan sosial memperkuat komitmen STAI Syamsul 'Ulum dalam menciptakan pengalaman pendidikan yang holistik dan responsif terhadap tuntutan zaman. 4) Langkah-langkah pemerataan kualitas SDM di MPI menunjukkan komitmen pada pengembangan staf dengan fokus seimbang pada keterampilan akademis, praktis, dan profesionalisme menyeluruh, pelatihan merata, peningkatan riset, dukungan karir, serta pengakuan terhadap kontribusi individu.
Predicting the seed cotton yield with value added medium range weather forecast data using CROPGRO-Cotton model at Bhathinda, Punjab
Authors: SANYAM  , PAL R. K. , KINGRA P. K. , KAUR ANUREET , MISHRA S.K. , SINGH TIRATH , DHIR ABHISHEK
Published: March 2024

In order to assess the potential of the medium-range weather forecast in predicting the cotton productivity using crop simulation model, the CROPGRO-cotton model was calibrated and validated with the experimental data which was collected during kharif 2021 in an experiment that was carried out with two Bt cotton hybrid (RCH 776 and RCH 773) and one non-Bt (F2228), and sown at five dates i.e., April 25th, May 05th, May 15th, May 25th and June 04th in split-plot design with three replications at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) Regional Research Station, Bathinda. The validated model was further used to assess the cotton productivity under different sowing dates using medium range weather forecast data on rainfall, maximum temperature and minimum temperature obtained for the period 2013-2021. The results showed that simulated values with medium range weather forecast were in close agreement with the simulated values for phenology and yield of cotton. The simulated cotton yield using daily medium range weather forecast data showed more or less significant efficiency to capture year-to-year as well as datewise variability in simulated cotton yield.
Evaluation of soft-computing techniques for pan evaporation estimation
Authors: KUMAR AMIT , SARANGI A. , SINGH D.K. , MANI I. , BANDHYOPADHYAY K. K. , DASH S. , KHANNA M.
Published: March 2024

Estimation of pan evaporation (Epan)  can be useful in judicious irrigation scheduling for enhancing agricultural water productivity. The aim of  present study was to assess the efficacy of state-of-the-art LSTM and ANN for daily Epan estimation using meteorological data. Besides this, the effect of static time-series (Julian date) as additional input variable was investigated on performance of soft-computing techniques. For this purpose,the models were trained, tested and validated with eight meteorological variables of 37 years by using preceding 1-, 3- and 5- days’ information. Data were partitioned into three groups as training (60%), testing (20%), and validation (20%) components. It was observed that the models performed well (best) with preceding 5-days meteorological information followed by 3-days and 1-day. However, all LSTMs simulated peak value of Epan was more accurate as compared to lower values. Meteorological data with julian date improved the performance of LSTMs (0.75<NSE 1; PBias< 10; KGE 0.75). The ANN trained using only meteorological data (preceding 5-days information) had better performance error statistics among all other ANNs and LSTMs with minimum MAE (0.68 to 0.86),  RMSE (0.93 to 1.22),  PBias (-0.73 to 2.44) and maximum NSE (0.83 to 0.84) and KGE (0.89 to 0.92). Overall, it was inferred that the forecasting of meteorological parameters using a few days preceding information along with Julian date as the time series variables resulted in better estimation of Epan for the study region.
Microclimatic study under wheat, mustard and chickpea crops in western plain zone of Uttar Pradesh
Authors: PAINKRA ABHISHEK , SHAMIM M. , PURANIK H. V. , RAVISANKAR N. , GHASAL PRAKASH , KASHYAP POONAM , PRUSTY A.K. , DUTTA DEBASHISH
Published: March 2024

The present study to quantify the variations in microclimate under wheat, mustard and chickpea crops was conducted at ICAR-Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research, Modipuram, Meerut (U.P.), India. Air temperature, relative humidity, CO2 concentration below and above the canopies of wheat, mustard and chickpea were recorded at hourly interval from 07:30 to 17:30 hours at different heights (0.5 m, 1.0 m and 2.0 m) from the ground. CO2 probes like GMP-343, (Diffusion aspiration) was used to record data of CO2 concentration and HPM-75 probes was used to capture the observation of air temperature and relative humidity. Results revealed that diurnal air temperature was continuously increasing from morning to afternoon hrs and highest air temperature was recorded at 13:30 hrs (afternoon). Thereafter, air temperature decreased and reached to the lowest at 17:30 hrs irrespective of crops and height from the ground. Analysis of diurnal air temperature variations at different height clearly showed that tall statured crop such as wheat and mustard reached higher air temperature regime early (13.30 hrs) compared to short statured crop like chickpea at 15.30 hrs. Highest relative humidity was observed at 07.30 hrs and lowest relative humidity was recorded either at 13:30 hrs or at 15:30 hrs. As per study maximum CO2 concentration was found at 07:30 hrs morning and minimum at 15:30 hrs. The lowest concentration of CO2 (624 ppm) was recorded from the chickpea field and highest from the mustard field (630 ppm) at the same point of observation during vegetative phase of crops.
Biology of pink bollworm Pectinophora gossypiella (Saunders) on cotton as influenced by temperature
Authors: DESHMUKH KIRAN , BHAMARE V.K.
Published: March 2024

A laboratory experiment was conducted to study the biology of pink bollworm Pectinophora gossypiella (Saunders) on cotton at four different temperature levels. It was found that males have a considerably shorter total life cycle duration on cotton at 35±1°C (29.5 days) followed by 30±1°C (37.2 days), 25±1°C (46.9 days) and highest at 20±1°C (50.8 days). Similarly, minimum total life cycle duration of female P. gossypiella was recorded at 35±1°C (30.2 days) followed by 30±1°C (38.0 days), 25±1°C (47.3 days) and maximum at 20±1°C (51.7 days). The highest fecundity was observed at 30±1°C (106.2) followed by 25±1°C (100.1), 35±1°C (60.1) and lowest at 20±1°C (55.2). Male as to female sex ratio was highest at 35±1°C (1:1.5) followed by 25±1°C (1:1.4), 30±1°C (1:1.3) and lowest at 20±1°C (1:1.2). These findings revealed that variation in temperature significantly influences the life cycle duration, fecundity and sex ratio of pink bollworms on cotton, with higher temperatures accelerating development and enhancing reproductive success.
Multistage sugarcane yield prediction using machine learning algorithms
Authors: SRIDHARA SHANKARAPPA , SOUMYA  B. R.  , KASHYAP GIRISH R.
Published: March 2024

Sugarcane is one of the leading commercial crops grown in India. The prevailing weather during the various crop-growth stages significantly impacts sugarcane productivity and the quality of its juice. The objective of this study was to predict the yield of sugarcane during different growth periods using machine learning techniques viz., random forest (RF), support vector machine (SVM), stepwise multiple linear regression (SMLR) and artificial neural networks (ANN). The performance of different yield forecasting models was assessed based on the coefficient of determination (R2), root mean square error (RMSE), normalized root mean square error (nRMSE) and model efficiency (EF). Among the models, ANN model was able to predict the yield at different growth stages with higher R2 and lower nRMSE during both calibration and validation. The performance of models across the forecasts was ranked based on the model efficiency as ANN > RF > SVM > SMLR. This study demonstrated that the ANN model can be used for reliable yield forecasting of sugarcane at different growth stages.
Machine learning methods for estimating reference evapotranspiration
Authors: AMIT BIJLWAN  , SHWETA POKHRIYAL  , RANJAN RAJEEV , R.K SINGH  , ANKITA JHA
Published: March 2024

Precise estimation of evapotranspiration is crucial for optimizing crop water uses particularly in the context of agriculture and horticultural production. In this study, various machine learning techniques was used to determine reference evapotranspiration by leveraging historical weather data. The models tested include artificial neural networks (ANN), Lasso, Ridge, Random Forest, LGBM regressor, and Gradient boosting regressor. LGBM regressor emerged as the top-performing model, exhibiting exceptional accuracy with a testing R-squared of 1.0. ANN also demonstrated notable performance, achieving a testing R-squared of 0.99. Moreover, the Random Forest and Gradient boosting regressor models showcased strong predictive capabilities, with R2 values of 0.99 and 0.98, respectively. These models offer valuable alternatives for estimating evapotranspiration, providing robustness and adaptability to diverse environmental datasets.
Rice brown planthopper, Nilaparvata lugens (Stål) feeding behavior in relation to elevated CO2 and temperature
Authors: SUNIL V. , LAKSHMI V. JHANSI , CHIRANJEEVI K. , D. SANJEEVA RAO  , M. SAMPATH KUMAR
Published: March 2024

Feeding behavior of brown planthopper, Nilaparvata lugens (Stål) populations collected from different geographical regions Ludhiana, Nalgonda and West Godavari at three generations 1, 5 and 10 fed on rice plants grown under different CO2 and temperature levels 1) Ambient CO2@ 380±25ppm + ambient temperature (aCO2+aT), 2) Elevated CO2@500±25ppm + ambient temperature (eCO2+aT) and 3) Elevated CO2@500±25ppm + elevated temperature (eCO2+eT) in closed CO2 chambers was studied. Elevated CO2 + elevated temperature increased feeding rate of BPH nymphs while BPH adults showed declined feeding rate. BPH nymphal feeding rate increased with progressive generations while it decreased in BPH adults. Ludhiana adult BPH population showed higher honeydew excretion compared to West Godavari and Nalgonda populations. CO2 + temperature levels at progressive generations have varying effects on adults and nymphs of three BPH populations. Biochemical composition of rice plants grown under different CO2 levels revealed increased rate of soluble sugars, phenols and decreased rate of reducing sugars, soluble proteins, free amino acids, nitrogen, potassium, phosphorous in elevated CO2 + elevated temperature levels compared to ambient conditions. Increased feeding rate of BPH under elevated CO2 levels may be to compensate changes in host plant quality i.e., high soluble sugars and low nitrogen.
A bibliometric analysis of the Journal of Agrometeorology (JAM) from 2008 to 2022
Authors: KALAIMATHI V. , V. GEETHALAKSHMI  , P. PARASURAMAN  , P. KATHIRVELAN  , C. SWAMINATHAN
Published: March 2024

A quantitative analysis of scientific articles published in the Journal of Agrometeorology (JAM) between 2008 and 2022 was conducted using a variety of scientometric indicators. Various metrics were utilized to examine aspects including yearly research output, highly referenced sources, author rankings, contributions and profiles, cooperation trends, highly contributing nations, most cited papers, commonly searched keywords and worldwide collaboration mapping. This study employs biblioshiny for analysis and only looks at data that is available in Scopus database. With an h-index (17), a g-index (21) and 3238 total citations across the study period, the journal demonstrated considerable influence. With the greatest number of research publications (n=46) and the greatest number of citations (236), Pandey V stands out among other authors. In terms of the number of papers and citations, India emerged as the leading nation, with the Punjab Agricultural University in the lead with 744 publications. Four clusters were found by co-citation network analysis, with Allen RG being the most quoted author among them. The study also highlighted the fact that Indian authors worked together the most. This analysis is important for assessing the influence of the JAM and offers insightful information about noteworthy research trends and developments in the scientific community.
FORMAÇÃO CONTINUADA PERMANENTE DOS PROFESSORES: UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA
Authors: Sobrosa Maria Gabriela do Carmo , Dias Conceição Aparecida Francisco Belo , Dos Santos Vania Aparecida Francisco Belo , De Oliveira Simone Dias , Fernandes Fernnanda Luciano , Portella Alline Soares de Oliveira , Rangel Ana Bárbara , Da Silva Daniela Fernandes Firmo , Santos Creuza Brandão da Silva , Barth Lia da Silva , Ribeiro Sirlene da Silva , Lima Ediana Bernardo Teles
Published: March 2024

O artigo oferece uma revisão bibliográfica abrangente sobre a formação continuada permanente dos professores, explorando sua importância, evolução, metodologias, desafios e perspectivas futuras. A pesquisa adotou uma abordagem narrativa, examinando criticamente a literatura disponível sobre o tema ao longo do tempo. Os principais autores discutidos incluem Gomes (2017), Silva (2019), Ferreira (2016) e outros, cujas contribuições forneceram insights significativos sobre a formação continuada de professores. A metodologia empregada envolveu uma revisão abrangente de estudos, artigos e documentos relevantes sobre formação de professores, permitindo uma análise crítica e reflexiva das tendências, desafios e perspectivas futuras nesse campo. A composição do artigo reflete uma estrutura organizada, apresentando uma introdução clara sobre o tema, seguida por seções dedicadas à evolução histórica, metodologias de formação, desafios atuais e considerações finais. Destaca-se a abordagem crítica e reflexiva adotada ao longo do artigo, que oferece uma visão abrangente e detalhada sobre a formação continuada dos professores e suas implicações para a prática educacional contemporânea.
MARKETING DE RELACIONAMENTO: PROGRAMAS DE FIDELIDADE COMO FERRAMENTA PARA RETENÇÃO DE CLIENTES
Authors: Holanda Shesley Kethelyn Saturnino , De Lima Taísa Maria Gomes , Do Nascimento Meirilane , Sá Jairon Suel de Moura , De Albuquerque Anderson Terceiro , Pimenta Taicineide Aguiar , Marques Francisco Geilson Vasconcelos , Dos Santos Francisco das Chagas Oliveira
Published: March 2024

A pesquisa abordou como as estratégias de marketing têm o poder de contribuir para o aumento do índice de fidelização dos clientes para com as redes de beleza no segmento. Tendo em vista que o mercado está saturado de competidores, as empresas devem ter como principal característica ações que englobam versatilidade, coerência e dinamismo no que tange à demarcação da sua identidade no mercado e suas progressivas constantes com as estratégias inovadoras que proporcionam diariamente fatores com um maior alcance de clientes, tendo a seguinte pergunta problema: Quais são as estratégias de fidelização de clientes mais eficazes que são adotadas pelas empresas de espaço de bronzeamento na cidade de Tianguá? A sociedade com a rotina cada dia mais intensa, busca praticidade em tudo que requer tempo e disponibilidade, dessa forma, cativa as empresas a utilizar da ferramenta brainstorming (chuva de ideias) de modo que sejam inseridas no produto final: praça, preço, produto e promoção (4ps). As empresas ao usarem desta ferramenta consequentemente atingem o objetivo final que é a fidelização do cliente passando do processo de busca para compra final o comportamento do cliente em decorrer ao processo de fidelização e as principais estratégias de marketing de relacionamento. Neste contexto, esta pesquisa teve por objetivo identificar as principais estratégias de fidelização de clientes adotadas pelas empresas de bronzeamento na cidade de Tianguá. A metodologia aplicada no decorrer do texto foi o estudo exploratório de campo com a abordagem qualitativa através de entrevista estruturada, e as coletas de dados foram realizadas através de fontes exploratórias em livros e artigos. Como principal resultado encontrado desta pesquisa, foi à identificação das estratégias de fidelização utilizadas pelas empresas estudadas, foram observados os meios de comunicação trabalhados com os seus clientes e uma possível analisar as estratégias que trazem um maior retorno às empresas do ramo de bronzeamento. Por fim, considerou-se que por meio dessa revisão, percebeu-se que cada empresa se utiliza de meios como ferramentas e estratégias diferentes uma da outra, mas com um único objetivo, criar um relacionamento duradouro e fidelizar seus clientes.
Efficacy and tolerability of bacillus Calmette-Guérin strain Russia for the treatment of non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer
Authors: Flury-Sutter Sarah , Heuzeroth Frederick , Arbelaez Emilio , Bubendorf Lukas , Püschel Heike , Hayoz Stefanie , Rentsch Cyrill A.
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Little is known about the efficacy and tolerability of intravesical bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG) strain Russia for treatment of non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) in a middle-European population.
Methods: A prospective collection of outcomes of 101 BCG-naive patients with urothelial bladder carcinoma was carried out between January 2013 and October 2023 at the University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland. Patients underwent BCG (ONCO-BCG-SIIL, Serum Institute of India, Pune, India) induction and a maximum of three maintenance cycles within one year. Adverse events were classified according to the World Health Organization rating scale.
Results: One-, three-, and five-year recurrence-free survival (RFS) was 75.9%, 65.6%, and 61.6%, respectively. Tumor recurrence was seen in 31.7% of patients. One-, three-, and five-year progression-free survival (PFS) was 100%, 93.4%, and 93.4%, respectively. Cystectomy rate was 8.9%, with progression to muscle-invasive disease seen in two patients. Adverse events occurred in 72.3% of patients, with adverse events >class II seen in 8.9%. No BCG-related deaths occurred. Early cessation due to side effects resulting in non-adequate BCG therapy was seen in 3% of patients during induction and in 1% during maintenance therapy.
Conclusions: BCG Russia was well-tolerated and resulted in comparable RFS and PFS to historical results of prospective clinical trials with other BCG strains. The use of BCG Russia for adjuvant treatment of papillary NMIBC and therapy of carcinoma in situ of the urinary bladder could help alleviate the BCG shortage.
Identifying patients at risk for depression after radical cystectomy
Authors: Savin Ziv , Ben Dayan Liron , Yossepowitch Ofer , Dekalo Snir
Published: March 2024

Introduction: We aimed to assess rates of depression in patients with bladder cancer undergoing radical cystectomy and identify its predictors.
Methods: Depressive symptoms in 42 consecutive patients were evaluated using the Beck's Depression Inventory (BDI) on the day prior to surgery, postoperative day (POD) 6, six weeks after surgery, and 12–18 months postoperatively.
Results: Fifteen patients (36%) presented with BDI scores ≥10 before the operation; this rate increased to 64% on POD 6 and 69% at six weeks post-surgery. Depression score rose from a preoperative median of 7 to 11 on POD 6 (p=0.003) and to 15 at six weeks after surgery (p=0.001). Patients who arrived with BDI score of <10 had a higher increase in the BDI at six weeks compared to patients with depressive symptoms prior to surgery (average increase 9.8 vs. 0.8, p<0.01). Age, gender, type of diversion, and complications were not associated with depression at presentation or progression of depression. Patients who did not receive neoadjuvant chemotherapy tended to be at increased risk for depression progression (57.1% vs. 14.3%, p=0.093). Twenty-four patients completed a fourth questionnaire 12–18 months postoperatively. Median BDI score was 8; three patients with disease recurrence had a higher increase in the BDI score (average 12.7 vs. -5.2, p<0.01).
Conclusions: Depression among patients facing cystectomy is high and postoperative progression is substantial. Patients without depressive symptoms preoperatively are at increased risk of developing postoperative depression. After 12–18 months, the most influential risk factor for depression is recurrence. These findings highlight the need to consider interventions in selected patients.
Graduating resident and fellow readiness for general urologic practice during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Waisanen Kyle , Hennig Finn , Lutnick Ellen , Parmar Gaganjot , Baetzhold Daniel , Iskhakov Nathaniel , Saade Kiana , Peterson Matthew , Nader Nader D. , Chevli Kent
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Our goal was to compare the perceived readiness of graduating urologic residents and fellows to program directors (PDs) in U.S.-based postgraduate training programs. Additionally, we set out to assess the impact of COVID-19 on postgraduation plans to pursue fellowship training.
Methods: Graduating residents, fellows, and PDs of accredited residency/fellowship programs in the U.S. were surveyed. The ranked preparedness of trainees to perform common urologic procedures was measured using a Likert scale from 1 (not comfortable) to 5 (fully proficient). The impact of COVID-19 was measured using a three-point Likert scale. Chi-squared and Kruskal-Wallis analyses were used to compare the groups.
Results: From 93 responders, 21 were residents, 19 were fellows, 24 were residency PDs, and 29 were fellowship PDs. The median levels of comfort for transurethral resection of the prostate, hydrocelectomy, vasectomy, and urethral sling were at or above (≥3) moderate for both PDs and trainees. PDs were more likely to report underperformance for hypospadias repair (60% vs. 39%), penile prosthesis implantation (39% vs. 26%), and orthotopic neobladder formation (57% vs. 18%) than the trainees. Fifty-three (57.0%) of the surveyors felt that COVID-19 did not impact the trainees’ comfort in performing general urologic procedures. COVID-19 influenced trainees' decision to pursue a fellowship or opt to practice as general urologists (p=0.002).
Conclusions: Our study suggests there may be a self-reported discrepancy between graduating trainees and their PDs regarding trainees’ comfort levels performing general urologic procedures.
Turning up the HEAT: Surgical simulation of the Moses 2.0 laser in an anatomic model
Authors: Wanderling Christopher , Saxton Aaron , Phan Dennis , Doersch Karen , Shepard Lauren , Schuler Nathan , Osinski Thomas , Quarrier Scott , Ghazi Ahmed
Published: March 2024

Introduction: With advancements in laser technology, urologists have been able to treat urinary calculi more efficiently by increasing the energy delivered to the stone. With increases in power used, there is an increase in temperatures generated during laser lithotripsy. The aim of this study was to evaluate the thermal dose and temperatures generated with four laser settings at a standardized power in a high-fidelity, anatomic model.
Methods: Using high-fidelity, 3D printed hydrogel models of a pelvicalyceal collecting system with a synthetic BegoStone implanted in the renal pelvis, surgical simulation of ureteroscopic laser lithotripsy was performed with the Moses 2.0 holmium laser. At a standard power (40 W) and irrigation pressure (100 cm H2O), we evaluated operator duty cycle (ODC) variations with different time-on intervals at four different laser settings. Temperature was measured at two separate locations: at the stone and ureteropelvic junction.
Results: Greater cumulative thermal doses and maximal temperatures were achieved with greater ODCs and longer laser activation periods. There were statistically significant differences between the thermal doses and temperature profiles of the laser settings evaluated. Temperatures were greater closer to the tip of the laser fiber.
Conclusions: Laser energy and frequency play an important role in the thermal loads delivered during laser lithotripsy. Urologists must perform laser lithotripsy cautiously when aggressively treating large renal pelvis stones, as dangerous temperatures can be reached. To reduce the risk of causing thermal tissue injury, urologists should consider reducing their ODC and laser-on time.
Impact of Social Media Advertising on Consumer Behaviour: An Empirical Study
Authors: Upadhyay Dr. Amit Kumar
Published: March 2024

This empirical study delves into the intricate relationship between social media advertising and consumer behavior, seeking to provide a nuanced understanding of the mechanisms through which these digital platforms influence contemporary consumer decision-making. With the pervasive ubiquity of social media in today's society, businesses increasingly turn to these platforms to engage with consumers. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining surveys, content analysis, and experimental methodologies to unravel the multifaceted impact of social media advertising. The literature review synthesizes existing knowledge, drawing on theories such as Social Cognitive Theory and the Elaboration Likelihood Model, to establish a theoretical foundation. Previous findings on consumer engagement, trust, and the role of influencers in social media advertising are critically examined, offering a comprehensive backdrop for the study. The research design involves a targeted exploration of various social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, assessing the effectiveness of diverse advertising formats. Consumer engagement and interaction are scrutinized, with a focus on user-generated content as a pivotal indicator of audience receptivity. The study also delves into the distinctive impact of influencer marketing and the factors contributing to its effectiveness in the realm of social media advertising. An in-depth analysis of the correlation between social media advertising exposure and consumer purchase intentions forms a core aspect of the study. Factors mediating or moderating this relationship are explored, shedding light on the nuanced pathways through which social media influences consumer decision-making processes. Challenges and ethical considerations in the domain of social media advertising are addressed, encompassing issues such as ad fatigue and privacy concerns. The study concludes by offering practical recommendations for advertisers and marketers, grounded in the empirical insights gleaned from the research. In synthesizing theoretical frameworks, empirical findings, and practical implications, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of the impact of social media advertising on consumer behavior, offering valuable insights for businesses navigating the dynamic landscape of digital marketing.