bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Metropolización de tres ciudades intermedias de Santa Fe: procesos espaciales, sociales, económicos y políticos
Authors: Rodríguez Miguel S. , Costa Camila
Published: November 2023

The "Creation of Metropolitan Areas" law for the province of Santa Fe (Argentina) recognizes that the towns of Rafaela, Reconquista and Venado Tuerto can be considered intermediate cities and, at the same time, as urban centers in an incipient metropolization process. The provincial State’s expectations regarding a certain capacity to promote local development in these three cities, as well as their respective histories and current realities, justify the interest of this work. The objective is to reflect on the technical / conceptual validity of that political recognition, in the light of the theoretical categories "metropolitan areas" and "intermediate cities" as well as the factual status interpretation of the three cities. The methodology combines the analysis of ad-hoc qualitative-quantitative variables and the weighting of its urban development using the Emerging and Sustainable Cities Program (ESC) indicators proposed by the Housing and Urban Development Division of the Inter-American Development Bank.

La ley de “Creación de Áreas Metropolitanas” de la provincia de Santa Fe (Argentina) reconoce que las localidades de Rafaela, Reconquista y Venado Tuerto pueden considerarse ciudades intermedias y, al mismo tiempo, como centros urbanos en proceso de metropolización incipiente. Las expectativas del Estado provincial sobre cierta capacidad de promoción del desarrollo local de estas tres ciudades, así como sus respectivas historias y realidades actuales, justifican el interés del trabajo. El objetivo es reflexionar sobre la validez técnica/conceptual del reconocimiento político, a la luz de las categorías teóricas “áreas metropolitanas” y “ciudades intermedias” y de la interpretación del estado de hecho de estas tres localidades. La metodología combina el análisis de variables cuali-cuantitativas ad-hoc y la ponderación del desarrollo urbano mediante el uso de los indicadores propuestos por el programa Ciudades Emergentes y Sostenibles (CES) de la División de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano del Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo.
A regulação urbanística na produção da informalidade urbana: uma análise no município de Guaratuba-PR
Authors: Mello Sophia Gabriela Lofiego , Gadens Letícia Nerone
Published: November 2023

The process of capitalist production of the city is characterized by the conformation of two distinct realities that divide and dispute the same territory: the formal and informal city. In this sense, this research, which is part of a broader investigation, aimed to recognize the objectives of urban regulation by identifying its effects on informality. This work starts from the hypothesis that the conceptions of this regulation, oriented to an urbanization according to second homes, have motivated the expansion of land consumption and intensified by a pattern of low-density urban occupation, which puts pressure on mainly informal environmental areas. Therefore, the research turns to Guaratuba, a city on the coast of Paraná, which has a predominance of seasonal tourism and second homes. Thus, an exploratory, descriptive, cartographic and analytical methodology were defined in order to develop the investigation. To do so, two variables have been analyzed: urban regulation and informality. The collected data indicated that during the period from 2009 to 2019, the production of urban space in Guaratuba is characterized by the construction of houses for summer use, of high constructive standard and low density idle use, significantly reflecting in the formation and expansion of the urban space.

O processo de produção capitalista da cidade caracteriza-se pela conformação de duas realidades distintas que dividem e disputam o mesmo território: a cidade formal e a informal. Nesse sentido essa pesquisa, que integra uma investigação mais ampla, teve como objetivo reconhecer as implicações da regulação urbanística, identificando seus efeitos sobre a informalidade, partindo da hipótese de que as concepções dessa regulação, orientadas à uma urbanização turística de segundas residências, têm motivado a expansão do consumo de terras, intensificado por um padrão de ocupação urbana de baixa densidade, que pressiona áreas ambientais sobretudo informais. Com isso, a pesquisa volta-se para Guaratuba, município do litoral do Paraná, que tem como predominância o turismo sazonal e de segundas residências na conformação do seu espaço. Assim, para o desenvolvimento da investigação, definiu-se uma metodologia de caráter exploratório, descritivo, cartográfico e analítico, analisando três variáveis: regulação urbanística; informalidade; preço da terra. Os dados coletados e analisados indicaram que, para o período de 2009-2019, a produção do espaço urbano de Guaratuba caracteriza-se pela construção de moradias para uso de veraneio, de alto padrão construtivo e uso ocioso de baixa densidade, refletindo significativamente na formação e expansão do espaço urbano.
Política tarifária e sustentabilidade do transporte público coletivo de Curitiba/PR
Authors: Freitas Michael A. Cruz de
Published: November 2023

This work discusses the concept of sustainability in the public transport system. Specifically, it seeks to discuss how the concept fits into the public transport fare policy. The working hypothesis is that the tariff policy is not an instrument of sustainable urban development, as the costs of the system are mostly covered by users. The methodological procedures are based on a bibliographic review of the concepts, explaining their dimensions and pointing out the absences and presences in the research object (Integrated Transport Network). As provisional conclusions of the research, it is advanced that sustainability is presented only as specific actions, such as the introduction of vehicles with sustainable technologies and the use of biodiesel, which represent an important step towards sustainable urban mobility; however, the social and economic dimensions are not fully addressed.

Discute o conceito de sustentabilidade no sistema de transporte público. Especificamente, discute como o conceito se insere na política tarifária do transporte público coletivo. A hipótese de trabalho é que a política tarifária não é um instrumento de desenvolvimento urbano sustentável, pois os custos do sistema são cobertos em sua grande maioria pelos usuários. Os procedimentos metodológicos se baseiam em revisão bibliográfica dos conceitos, explicitando suas dimensões e apontando as ausências e presenças no objeto de pesquisa (Rede Integrada de Transporte). Como conclusões provisórias da pesquisa, adianta-se que a sustentabilidade apresenta-se através de ações pontuais, como a introdução de veículos com tecnologias sustentáveis e o uso de biodiesel, que representam um passo importante para mobilidade urbana sustentável; entretanto, as dimensões sociais e econômicas não são contempladas em sua plenitude.
Two new species of the genus Camponotus Mayr, 1861 (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) with five new records from India
Authors: Dhadwal Tarun , Bharti Himender
Published: November 2023

Two new species, Camponotus sholensis sp. nov. and Camponotus meghalayaensis sp. nov. are described from India and redescriptions of four species (C. habereri Forel, 1911, C. keihitoi Forel, 1913, C. quadrinotatus Forel, 1886 and C. simoni Emery, 1893) new to India are provided. We also recorded and described an unidentified form ‘Camponotus sp. 101’ that does not correspond to any species already known in India. An identification key supplemented with digital images of the known species of the genus is also provided.
Penerapan Model Problem Based Learning Dipadu Tutorial Sebaya untuk Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Kelas V SD
Authors: Marlina Leni , Rokhmat Joni , Fahrozi Samsul
Published: November 2023

This article aims to explain conceptually about the use of PBL (Problem Based Learning) learning models in student activities and learning outcomes in elementary schools. This research is a classroom action research (PTK) that aims to improve students' mathematics learning outcomes by using the PBL (Problem Based Learning) model  combined with peer tutorials. The subjects in this study were 22 Cakap class V students. In the initial condition, it shows the classical average value obtained is 36%. After being given action using  the PBL (Problem Based Learning) learning model  combined with the first cycle peer tutorial, the average grade was classically obtained at 55%. In cycle 2, the average completeness of student learning outcomes increased to 82%. These results show that there is an increase in student learning outcomes by using  the PBL (Problem Based Learning) learning model  combined with Peer Tutorials, so it can be concluded that PBL (Problem Based Learning) Combined with Peer Tutorials can improve the mathematics learning outcomes of Kela V Saucy students of SDN 23 Ampenan.
Developing Maqashid-Based Mosque Empowerment Index
Authors: Aisyah As-Salafiyah
Published: November 2023

This study aims to formulate a Maqashid Syariah-based mosque empowerment index formula as a measuring tool for the level of mosque empowerment. The data analysis technique uses the Analytical Network Process (ANP) with Super Decision 2.10 software to construct the index model structure. The results of this study produce an index of mosque empowerment which is composed of 6 criteria, namely elements of Maqashid Syariah; protecting religion, soul, intellect, lineage, wealth and environment. The results of the weighting of the criteria indicate that maintaining religion is the main criterion with a weighted value of 0.209. Each of these criteria consists of 5 indicators. Of all indicators, environmental safety is the top priority with a weighted value of 0.056. The results of the calculation of the formula in the three model mosques showed different results. The Andalusia Mosque occupies the top position with a value of 0.96 which is categorized as a very empowered mosque. Then the Ar-Rahman mosque with a value of 0.69 which is categorized as an empowered mosque. Finally, the Al-Muhaajirin mosque with a value of 0.57 so that is included in the category of the mosque that is quite empowered and can be prioritized for assistance.
Vëmendje ndaj trashëgimisë kulturore shqiptare
Authors: Univers Revista
Published: November 2023

Shqipëria, një vend i vogël, por me shumë pasuri natyrore, arkeologjike dhe kulturore, ka arritur të bëhet pjesë e trashëgimisë botërore dhe të tërheqë vëmendjen e miliona njerëzve kudo në botë. Trashëgimia përfshin pasuri të prekshme dhe të paprekshme, natyrore dhe kulturore, të luajtshme dhe të paluajtshme si dhe dokumente të trashëguara nga e kaluara dhe të përçuara te brezat e ardhshëm, që të përfitojnë dhe të mësojnë nga trashëgimia e së kaluarës. Si burim identiteti, trashëgimia jonë kombëtare luan një rol madhor në njohjen, vlerësimin dhe ruajtjen e saj në nivel kombëtar e botëror. Përfshirja e vlerave materiale dhe jomateriale të Shqipërisë në Organizatën e Kombeve të Bashkuara për Arsim, Shkencë dhe Kulturë,UNESCO, i ka fillesat që në vitin 1992, me futjen e Butrintit në listën e trashëgimisë botërore. Butrinti u cilësua asokohe, si një ‘vlerë ejashtëzakonshme universale’, me një atmosferë të veçantë, e krijuar nga një ndërthurje e arkeologjisë, monumenteve dhe natyrës në Mesdhe. Brendësia e tij përbën një peizazh të jashtëzakonshëm kulturor, i cili është zhvilluar organikisht gjatë shumë shekujve. Si një mikrokozmos i historisë së Mesdheut, Butrinti paraqet ngritjet dhe uljet e perandorive të mëdha që kanë mbizotëruar në rajon, që nga Lufta e Parë e Peloponezit, në shekullin e V p.e.s., deri në luftërat e Napoleonit, në shekullin e XIX. Rrënojat e tij 2500-vjeçare brenda një parku madhështor të gjelbër, me një hapësirë prej 30 km, janë disa nga më të bukurat e të mirëmbajturat në Europë.
Përgatitja arsimore dhe profesionale e mësimdhënësve për shkencat humane në Medresetë e Maqedonisë së Veriut
Authors: Musai Prof. Dr. Musa , Osmani Prof. Dr. Qufli
Published: November 2023

Qëllimi i hulumtimit është të ofrojë një analizë diferencuese për praktikat në shtetet e ndryshme evropiane, lidhur me përfshirjen e mësimbesimit fetar në ciklet e arsimit laik në shkollat fillore dhe të mesme. Praktikat pozitive të mësimbesimit fetar shtjellohen nën prizmin legjislativ dhe atë psiko-pedagogjik. Të gjithë jemi dëshmitarë, se, nga viti 1994, në Republikën e Maqedonisë së Veriut kemi vërshim të projekteve arsimore, si p.sh. projektet “Një nxënës, një kompjuter”; “Vlerësimi i jashtëm”; “Matura shtetërore”; “Ditari elektronik”; “Puna në grupe të vogla” dhe shumë eksperimentime të tjera të ngjashme.
Dilema se sa prej këtyre projekteve zbatohen dhe përfshihen në sistemin e edukimit fetar, respektivisht në medrese, kur edukimi fetar ende nuk ekziston si lëndë, zakonisht ka një lloj shtjellimi të mësimeve fetare si lëndë, ose si një aspekt në një temë tjetër, të tilla si historia, letërsia, filozofia dhe të ngjashme. Sidoqoftë, është e vështirë të gjesh një vend në të cilin politika e ndarjes së fesë nga shteti, ose politika kombëtare e sistemit arsimor arrin përjashtimin e plotë të fesë, si nga politika, ashtu edhe nga praktika e shkollimit. Tema mbi përgatitjen arsimore dhe profesionale të mësimdhënësve për shkencat humane (me pretekst lëndët fetare) në Republikën e Maqedonisë së Veriut u bë veçanërisht e rëndësishme, pas rënies së komunizmit.
Deri atëherë, trajtohej si një temë tabu. Dy proceset – rijetësimi i fesë pas rënies së komunizmit dhe kriza e sekularizimit (ndarjes së fesë nga shteti), ishin parakushtet për ngritjen e çështjes së futjes së arsimit fetar në shkollat publike. Ministria e Arsimit dhe e Shkencës, nën presionin e Bashkësisë Fetare Islame në Maqedoni dhe KOM-it, filloi të përshpejtojë punën për të përfshirë përmbajtje të caktuara fetare në arsimin publik. Në vitin shkollor 2010-2011, një lëndë për studimin e fesë u prezantua në shkollat fillore, d.m.th. lënda u prezantua në klasën e 4-t (pas klasës së vjetër të 6-të) dhe quhej “Hyrje në Fe”; qasja e së cilës është jorrëfimtare dhe mësohet nga sociologët. Është prezantuar gjithashtu edhe një lëndë rrëfyese, “Etika e besimeve”, dhe qasja është rrëfyese.
Prurje të reja për historinë e alfabetit të shqipes
Authors: Gashi Prof. ass. dr. Sejdi
Published: November 2023

Studimi me titull: Gazeta “Dašamiri”- “Dašamiri i Ri” 1907-1908, këndvështrime socio-politike dhe kulturore i dr. Shpend Avdiut, është ndër të paktët e këtij lloji në historiografinë shqiptare, por edhe përgjithësisht në studimet albanologjike te ne. Që në hyrje të këtij recensioni duhet thënë që, dr. Shpend Avdiu, nëpërmjet kërkimeve e studimeve në fushë të historisë, ka sjellë kontribut të vyeshëm për albanologjinë.
Rëndom, studiuesit në punën e tyre kufizohen në një fushë të ngushtë hulumtimi e analize, por kjo nuk mund të thuhet për historianin dr. Shpend Avdiun, sepse trajtimet e tij shkencore (veçanërisht ky që e kemi në dorë tani) janë shumëplanëshe për nga qasja studimore dhe ndërlëndore për nga materia studimore që trajtojnë. Në të parën, pra nё fushën e historisë, ai ka ndërmarrë studime me shumë vlerë, kurse edhe në “zejet” e tjera albanologjike (gjuhësi, etnologji, e ndonjë tjetër) ka dëshmuar seriozitet dhe pjekuri shkencore.
Studimi me titull: Gazeta “Dašamiri”- “Dašamiri i Ri” 1907-1908, këndvështrime socio-politike dhe kulturore” i autorit dr. Shpend Avdiu, përveç parathënies dhe hyrjes, është konceptuar mbi bazën e tetë pjesëve, ku në secilën nga to trajtohen çështje dhe aspekte të veçanta. Libri është i ndarë në shtatë pjesë dhe mund të pohojmë me plot bindje se botimi i këtij studimi është i një rëndësie të veçantë, si për shumëdimensionalitetin e temave dhe problemeve që trajton, ashtu edhe për përkushtim dhe seriozitetin që autori ka treguar gjatë punës së tij. Prandaj, duke qenë kështu, botimi i këtij libri është lajm i mirë për gjithë albanologjinë.
“Shqiptarët 1830-1908”, libër me stil të lehtë dhe gjuhë të kuptueshme për të gjithë
Authors: Hykaj Anisa
Published: November 2023

Historia e shqiptarëve daton mijëra vite më parë, duke kaluar në periudha të ndryshme historike, por një vend të veçantë në studimet e përgjithshme historike, zë periudha e ‘Zgjimit Kombëtar Shqiptar’, e njohur ndryshe si “Rilindja Kombëtare". Në librin e tij “Shqiptarët 1830-1908”, botim i tretë i plotësuar, dalë nga shtypi në vitin 2022, autori Ethem Çeku analizon thellë dhe shpjegon me imtësi marrëdhëniet e ndërlikuara të shqiptarëve me Perandorinë Osmane. Me një argumentim shkencor dhe interpretim akademik, studiuesi Çeku sjell të vërtetën historike e cila shpesh është politizuar nga popujt fqinjë. Nëpërmjet punës hulumtuese dhe interpretimeve të reja, ai zbërthen në imtësi raportet shqiptaro-osmane, duke u mbështetur në burime dhe literaturë të begatshme. Prof. Çeku e sjell këtë libër për lexuesin me një stil të lehtë dhe gjuhë të kuptueshme për të gjithë, duke dëshmuar njohuri e dije të thella në fusha të tilla si, historia, religjioni, kultura, diplomacia dhe nacionalizmi.
Libri “Shqiptarët 1830-1908”, është 798 faqe, i ndarë në nëntë kapituj që sjellin për lexuesin një panoramë të gjatë të historisë së shqiptarëve përgjatë këtyre viteve. Autori ndalet gjatë në analizimin e zgjimit të nacionalizmit te shqiptarët, në kreun e parë të librit: Shqiptarët përballë reformave të Tanzimatit në vitet 60-70 të shek. XIX. Bazuar në faktin se shqiptarët si popull, ishin të fundit që u çliruan nga Perandoria Osmane, në historiografitë rajonale shpesh paraqitej mendimi, se zgjimi nacional te shqiptarët ndodhi më vonë se te kombet e tjera të Ballkanit. Por, parë nga sfondi më i gjerë historik, vihet re se zhvillimi i vetëdijes kombëtare të shqiptarëve lindi në të njëjtën kohë me atë të popujve të tjerë, edhe pse rruga që përshkroi ideja nacionaliste te shqiptarët, ishte e ndryshme.
Legal age estimation using Cameriere's third molar method
Authors: Adamov Luna , Šarčev Ivan , Petrovi Bojan
Published: November 2023

Background/Aim: Biological (dental) age represents the level of development of organic systems. The estimation of dental age plays a big role in dentistry, the law, forensics, and criminology. Cameriere's method is a simple and noninvasive way to determine the dental age, measuring the width of the open apex in left mandibular third molars. The modified Cameriere method is utilized for assessing the legal age of individuals and is based on the analysis of tooth 38 (left mandibular third molar). As the hardest tissue in the human body, teeth remain structurally unchanged long after a person's death. In addition to their durability, the morphology of teeth is unique to each individual, proving direct evidence of identity. Examination of accuracy, reliability and applicability of Cameriere's third molar index method for legal age assessment in cases in which the chronological age is unknown. Material and methods: Two hundred and fourteen orthopanthomograms, acquired from the Dentistry Clinic of Vojvodina's radiographic database, were used in this study. The radiograms were analyzed using the Kodak program. The age range considered was between 15 and 25 years, regardless of gender and ethnic background. The calculations were done using Cameriere's formula and third molar index (I3M). The optimal threshold value that separates minors from adults is I3M < 0.08. Results: The accuracy for the male examinees had a value of 81.33% and for the females, a value of 79.98%. Conclusions: Cameriere's third molar index method in legal age assessment has been proven partially accurate in our population and has justified its use in forensic purposes.
The effects of different vertical jump height on electromyographic, kinematic and kinetic variables
Authors: Mrdaković Vladimir , Pažin Nemanja , Vulović Radun , Ubović Miloš , Jovanović Mihajlo , Kapeleti Marko , Vujić Agron , Ilić Duško
Published: November 2023

Countermovement jump (CMJ) is an element of many sports techniques and has an important role in the overall performance, both when performed at maximal and submaximal intensity. This paper aims to investigate changes in biomechanical and neuromuscular variables that are responsible for controlling different submaximal intensities of the CMJ. 8 healthy and uninjured volleyball players from the first league of the Republic of Serbia, average age 21.9 ± 1.9 years, average body height 191.6 ± 9.2 cm, average body weight 83.1 ± 7.1 kg were included in the study. Subjects performed CMJ at three different jump heights (approximately 65%, 80%, and 95% of the maximal height). For the analysis of electromyographic data, the value of root mean square analysis was used separately for the amortization phase and the jump phase, for the following muscles: m. gluteus maximus (GlutM), m. rectus femoris (RF), m. biceps femoris (BF), m. vastus lateralis (VL), m. tibialis anterior (TA) and m. gastrocnemius medialis(GastM).Kinematic and kinetic variableswere monitored: vertical center of mass displacement in the amortization phase [m], the center of mass height at take-off point [m], jump height [m], jump speed [m/s], angular displacement in the ankle, knee and hip joint [rad], maximal vertical ground reaction force [N/ kg], vertical stiffness [kN/m/kg], the torque of the ankle, knee and hip joint [Nm/kg]. The change in jump height (65, 80 and 95%) did not have a significant effect on the change in activation for most muscles (p≥0.05), except for GastM where a tendency towards increase was observed (p=0.066). During jump phase, the activation of VL, BF, GlutM, TA muscles significantly increased compared to the amortization phase (p≤0.05). The torque in the hip joint increased significantly with increasing jump height (65<80=95%) (p=0.028). During amortization phase, the values of vertical center of mass displacement increased significantl y between each jump height (65<80<95%) (p≤0.05), while the values of vertical stiffness decreased with increasing jump height, where significant differences were observed between 80% and 95% of maximal jump height (65=80<95%) (p=0.012). Angular displacements in the knee and hip joint increased significantly with increasing jump height (65<80<95%) (p≤0.05) while no changes in angular displacement in the ankle joint were observed (p≥0.05). The results of the research show that the increase in the jump height is related to an increase in the amortization phase, due to an increase in angular displacements in the knee and hip joint, as well as an increase in torque of the hip joint.
Learning and teaching about Holocaust: Teacher education students' perspective in Serbia
Authors: Štrangarić Snežana , Beljanski Mila , Đorđić Dejan
Published: November 2023

Holocaust, defined as the process of suffering of 6 million Jews, organized by the Nazi Germany during the World War II, is a topic that does not lose its relevance. Teaching about the Holocaust should be aimed at students' understanding of historical facts, and it is also necessary to point out the importance that this part of the past has for the modern world and current social problems. In the teaching process, attention should be paid to preserving the memory of the lives of the Jews and the Jewish community in Europe before the war in order to highlight their rich cultural heritage. The paper presents the results of an empirical research aimed at analyzing the challenges in the process of learning and teaching about the Holocaust in formal and informal education. Using a close-ended questionnaire, the perspective of the students of teacher education faculties in Serbia was investigated, and the sample included 741 respondents. The results indicate a varied understanding of the term Holocaust, with the prevailing understanding that the process included a wide range of victims. Students find this topic emotionally taxing and very disturbing, and they identify this as one of the biggest obstacles encountered in teaching about the Holocaust. The obtained results can serve as a platform for creating implications for educational policies and formulating recommendations for the improvement of the school practice with the aim of deepening and expanding knowledge on this topic, but also with the aim of developing intercultural competences, reflective dealing with stereotypes and prejudices, and fostering a culture of remembrance.
Rad od kuće tokom pandemije
Authors: Knežević Jasmina
Published: November 2023

Due to the state of emergency and measures of physical distancing, a huge part of our daily life and work has been transferred to the online environment. Certain segments of library and information activities, particularly the part related to the use of digital platforms and the placement of information via social media using the Internet, turned out to be vital during the pandemic. Considering that the activities of librarians on all social networks attracted attention, the placed contents were met with great approval of all our users (from the youngest age, through students, to the senior category users) and that the virtual meetings with users were tested as a new way of communication and accepted with great sympathy, librarians once again showed a high level of social responsibility, solidarity and empathy. The aim of the paper was to determine how COVID-19 will affect work and life after the end of the pandemic and after everything returns to as it was before, to provide insight into the efficiency of work from home during the state of emergency, to identify opportunities to improve business and change of working environment even after the end of the state of emergency.
Analysis of economic performance of trade companies in Serbia
Authors: Lukić Radojko
Published: November 2023

The issue of analysis of economic performance in commercial enterprises in this paper is investigated from the angle of the impact of labor process factors (fixed, working capital and human capital) on profitability and efficiency, on the example of trade enterprises in Serbia. performance. The economic performance of trade companies in Serbia is significantly affected by fixed and working capital. The impact of human capital is moderate. In the future, in order to improve the economic performance of trade companies in Serbia, it is necessary to more efficiently manage human capital through training, salary, improvement of managerial position, compensation.
The influence of SMO in Ukraine on GDP and inflation in the EU with reference to Serbia
Authors: Zelenović Vera , Malenković Nebojša , Zelenović Jelena
Published: November 2023

SMO in Ukraine and the imposed sanctions have their own dangerous economic side effects: a) they seriously affect the existing level of GDP, both in Europe and in the world; b) Inflationary pressure, which was already elevated after the end of the Covid pandemic, began to increase uncontrollably, with varying intensity. Serbia is also not spared from the negative effects of SMO on its economy. Purpose: The war conflict in Ukraine showed that it is not possible to limit the economic (and not only them) consequences, to a certain territory. All this indicates that the global economic connection is great, and that the negative effects of the crisis are reflected on the economic community as a whole. Methodology: In the paper, using the method of content analysis, data available from primary sources. For the research in Serbia, official data from the NBS website were used, when it comes to the movement of GDP, the growth of consumer prices, as a key indicator for measuring inflation, and the movement of nominal wages expressed in euros. For the purposes of the research, an appropriate statistical method, regression, was used. The results of the research indicate a trend of GDP reduction under the influence of SMO and sanctions, both in the world and in Serbia. Inflationary pressure is getting stronger, continuously in all presented data that are the subject of research. The nominal growth of wages in Serbia was shown to be a consequence of inflationary pressure. The limits that exist in relation to this research are the existence of different scenarios for ending this crisis, which implies different conclusions about the measures that should be taken to mitigate it, given that the situation changes on a daily basis. Suggestions for future research are given in the conclusion.
ПЕДАГОГІЧНІ УМОВИ ФОРМУВАННЯ ХУДОЖНЬО-АКСІОЛОГІЧНОЇ КУЛЬТУРИ МАЙБУТНІХ УЧИТЕЛІВ МУЗИЧНОГО МИСТЕЦТВА
Authors: Тінтін Ху
Published: November 2023

У статті представлено педагогічні умови формування художньо-аксіологічної культури студентів мистецьких факультетів педагогічних університетів. Важливого значення надається розширенню музичного тезаурусу студентів, що включає жанрово-стильовий, історико-теоретичний та методичний компоненти. Привертається увага до ціннісної орієнтації музично-виконавських дій студентів у процесі навчання. Ключові слова: художньо-аксіологічна культура, учитель музичного мистецтва, педагогічні умови,
Bekenntnisdruck
Authors: Steinbeis Maximilian
Published: November 2023

Robert Habecks Rede und die "hier lebenden Muslime"
Application of Valance Framework and D&M IS Success Model to Analyze Determinant Factors of Intention to Use E-Commerce Services for Sellers
Authors: Sudirjo Frans , Misrofingah  , Sofyanty Devy , Fikri Maulana Muhammad , Widia Nurdiani Tanti
Published: November 2023

Finding out what influences’ MSMEs' (small and medium-sized enterprises) desire to use e-commerce is the goal of this research. This study employed a quantitative methodology. A survey and the indirect distribution of questionnaires served as the data collection methods. MSMEs who currently use e-commerce as a sales channel received questionnaire data. The MSMEs in large cities that have used e-commerce as a sales channel make up the population of this study. Purposive sampling is a non-probability sampling technique that was employed by the researcher. The investigator made the decision to employ a 200-sample maximum. In this study, the PLS-SEM program SmartPLS was used for data analysis. An outer model analysis and an inner model analysis were performed. Several conclusions can be drawn from this research, including the fact that perceived benefit is the factor that influences MSMEs' intentions the most. As a result, sellers who have experienced the benefits will be more inclined to use e-commerce. Two of the hypotheses are not accepted. This is due to the fact that MSME actors must engage in e-commerce, meaning that quality and service have no bearing on their goals. The theory that has the biggest impact is that trust is influenced by system quality. Thus, it can be said that MSME participants have more faith in the system the higher its quality.
Translation and Validation of Mooney Problem Checklist for Students of Junior High Schools
Authors: Murtaza Rabia , Waseem Muhammad , Fatima Seerat
Published: November 2023

This study aims to evaluate the validity of Urdu translated version of the Mooney Problem Checklist in different government and private Junior High Schools. The MPCL with seven dimensions was administered to 150 students from junior high schools. The students of 6th, 7th, and 8th classes were selected. The age range was 10-15. This study analyzed correlation, frequency and confirmative analysis. The analysis was conducted using SPSS 25th version to examine the psychometric properties such as item fit statistics, removable items, unidimensionality, local independence, and item polarity validity. The results show that 209 items from junior high school form was found to have fulfilled the main assumption and measurement criteria of MPCLs. The results of junior high school students, there are 21 pairs of dimensions relationship that existed from 7 dimensions of MPCL. The results showed that 2 pairs of dimensions have a strong relationship, 5 pairs have a moderate and 14 pair has a weak relationship. The findings showed the strongest pair HPD-S (r= 0.622, p=0.000), has a strong correlation.  The BG-PG pair, which has the lowest correlation (r= 0.184, p=0.000) is the weakest. This study provides a significant contribution to improving the scale development and validation of the MPCL instrument. This study shows the strength of the dimensions in MPCL in proving the suitability of the items used for replication in the context of junior high schools.
Role of Axiological Values in Branding, product packaging and design
Authors: Lakho Asadullah , Javed Yasir , Rauf Sundas
Published: November 2023

Abstract

This paper intends to determine the role of axiological values, particularly moral and aesthetic values in product branding, packaging and design. The term ‘design’ here should not be confused with the designing of the print content of the packaging, here, design stands for the aesthetic attributes of the product, its color, texture, shape and overall feel that adds axiological value. The paper will explore the realms of product branding, packaging and design, keeping in context the axiologic aspects that are unintentionally or intentionally being followed by the organizations during these processes.
Inaugural issue
Authors: Ramos Barra Filipe
Published: November 2023

I am glad to announce the first issue of the Brazilian Journal of Diagnostic Imaging (BJDI) is an open-access, peer-reviewed, on demand publication dedicated to Brazilian research, carried out in Brazil and anywhere in the world. The main fields of publication are radiology, nuclear medicine and dental and maxillofacial radiology.
From Vulnerability to Security: A Journey of Survival from Childhood Sexual Abuse
Authors: Benjo O. Paca
Published: November 2023

This study delves into the experiences of adult survivors from childhood sexual abuse in the province of Southern Leyte. It aims to look into the negative experiences of the adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse as well as the coping mechanisms they use to overcome traumatic experiences. Through a qualitative research using Collaizi’s descriptive phenomenological data analysis, six emergent themes were identified. The identified themes cover the following: 1) Vulnerability comes when non- abusive guardians are away; 2) helplessness is learned; 3) late disclosure of the abusive acts, 4) security from the abusers’ comeback; 5) therapy with a sexually abused child and; 6) resiliency in adversity. The findings indicated that both the non-abusive guardian who trusted their female child to a male guardian and those who have knowledge about child sexual abuse but failed to report to the police have participation in the occurrence of sexual abuse. Hence, our study recommended for criminalizing their act as a proactive response. The study also suggests that the police officers who responded to child abuse cases should consider more weight on providing security than to give justice to the victim. A further research on the intervention received by the victims of childhood sexual abuse from the police officers and social workers might contribute to the value added by this study.
Will Corporate Income Tax Rate Dictate the Ease of Doing Business?
Authors: Helen P. Garcia  , Donna G. Tilanduca  , Rea Rita R. Muegue  , Catherine P. Coñales
Published: November 2023

In today’s competitive world, efficiency plays a significant role in weighing business opportunities. There have been various global assessment tools used to rate and rank countries against one another which may influence important political and economic policies. The Ease of Doing Business ranking is a developed index by the World Bank, a tool primary used to attract investment. One of the indicators of the Ease of Doing Business Index is paying taxes. Although there were many criticisms on the paying of taxes as an indicator, its significance is recognized by the global tax community. This paper aims to find out if corporate income tax rates dictate the Ease of Doing Business ranking. The data analysis employed data mining strategy. The 114 countries listed in the tradingeconomics.com report are analyzed using the concept of ethnocentrism. Findings showed that lower corporate income tax rate does not result to a better ranking in the ease of doing business and the income level of a country does not influence the ease of doing business. An investor is not so much concerned about how much tax he is going to pay in a particular country but on how simple the processes are in doing businesses. Therefore, government’s tax reform does not necessarily lead to a better ranking in the ease of doing business. Should a country contemplate on improving its ease of doing business, its priorities should be on streamlining processes and not decreasing corporate income tax rates.
PREDOMINANT TEACHING STYLES OF IN-SERVICE MASTER OF ARTS STUDENTS
Authors: Nadine C. Matondo
Published: November 2023

The way a teacher presents information and interacts with his students is greatly affected by his predominant teaching style. This study determined the teaching styles of In-Service Master of Arts in Education students of SLSU-TO. The teaching style preferences of 57 teachers were assessed by using the descriptive survey method. Results showed that they highly prefer on being expert, formal authority, personal model and delegator styles rather than being a facilitator. In teaching, they preferred rote learning than analysis. They wanted their students to work individually and process the information through symbols and language than learn through manipulative and hands-on activities cooperatively.
Uncovering the Innovation Productivity of Asian Countries: A Cluster Analysis Approach
Authors: Derren Nierras Gaylo
Published: November 2023

The interplay of quality education in science and mathematics, university-industry collaboration in research and development, and a number of patents acquired dictates a country’s level of innovation in the global economy. The study explored the innovation efficiency of thirty Asian countries with an attempt to group the nations with similar characteristics and uncover essential associations. Some variables from the Global Competitiveness Index 2017-2018 and the Global Innovation Index 2018 were used as multivariate inputs to the cluster analysis algorithm. Results revealed that there were three clusters of countries derived. Countries with low innovation, six in number, had small scores in the different variables that need to be improved. On the other hand, nations with high innovation, four in number, had the best scores in all the indicators. Further, the twenty countries with average innovation have to continue boosting its quality of Mathematics and Science education and university-industry partnership. Regression models of the different clusters were derived to supplement the results. Much is to be done on the patenting to be at par with the highly innovative countries in the world. In addition, to lessen the innovation gap, nations with high innovation may help the countries with low innovation productivity which is possible due to existing regional intergovernmental organizations in Asia like Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO), and the like.
Value Chain Analysis for Frigate Tuna (Auxis thazard) in Selected Aquatic and Agricultural Systems Communities along the Sogod Bay Area, Southern Leyte, Philippines
Authors: Mark C. Ratilla  , Antonio P. Abamo  , Demavanessa R. Tampus
Published: November 2023

The frigate tuna industry in the Sogod Bay area of Southern Leyte is constrained by various factors. The study aimed to look for effective pathways and linkages for upgrading the industry, transforming it to a highly competitive and profitable system for the poor and marginalized people of the Sogod Bay area. Examination of the value-creating flow of the industry from the input supply sector, production, trading until the finished goods are delivered to the end consumers was done. Participatory systems analysis was used to examine the profitability of an existing value chain, identify problems and areas for improvement for frigate tuna enterprise in Limasawa Island and selected communities in Sogod, Southern Leyte, Philippines. Value chain mapping showed fresh frigate tuna traded to local buyers, trader-assemblers and brokers in Pasil Fish Port, Cebu City. Downstream, retailers traded products directly to institutional buyers. Data revealed that at the current market situation, there is 48.83% excess demand of frigate tuna. Chain performance analysis also showed that traders in Limasawa generated higher net returns than the upstream players in Sogod, Southern Leyte. Moreover, upstream players across study sites are alarmingly facing declining catch per unit effort in their fishing activity. Logistic issues and external influences were evident in the area. The presence of large fishing vessels in a “no fishing” area aggravated the decline in the catch per unit effort of frigate tuna in the Sogod Bay area. Strategies to upgrade the chain are forwarded to bring back the frigate tuna enterprise, thus, generating more benefits and opportunities for high value adding products where the poor and marginalized sectors in the selected AAS communities can participate.
Knowledge Management in Research, Development and Extension: Explained Through Organizational Capacity
Authors: Joey A. Caraquil
Published: November 2023

Knowledge Management has been constantly gaining popularity in various types of organizations in the past decade. This paper aimed to investigate the status of the research, development and extension (RDE) organization of a university as to the extent to which Knowledge Management practices were executed. It also aimed to explain the possible influence of organizational capacity to the execution of these practices. It was found that of the identified components of organizational capacity, organizational learning is most closely associated with the execution of Knowledge Management practices among RDE personnel, researchers and extension practitioners. It could therefore be concluded that a successful implementation of Knowledge Management practices relies largely on the organization’s ability to establish and encourage knowledge sharing among its members.
A Logistic Function for Hiring University Professors
Authors: Dominador Gila Dawa  , Roberto B. Corcino
Published: November 2023

The main objective of this study was the derivation of a probability model for hiring university professors. This was done by considering the logistic curve as the primary function and by letting P¯ as the number of actual research output of the professor with k as his expected research output in the university. This will give yield us P¯/k as the probability that a professor will do and publish research for a given number Yi of research produced and published. Factors for research productions and publications are integrated using the independent variables x1, x2,. . . , xn. Then the identified predictors are then become the basis for the probability model, the derived statistics logistic function from the odds-ratio of doing to not-doing research. More precisely, the resulting model is P(Yi) = 1/ 1 + e (−β0+β1x1+β2x2+...+βnxn) where the arbitrary constants β0, β1, ..., βn can be obtained by means of the usual multiple regression analysis.
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (SWaMP) AFFECTING WATER POTABILITY
Authors: Dana D. Lim
Published: November 2023

The study investigated the solid waste management practices among the five barangays in Sogod, Southern Leyte. It described the potability of water in relation to their waste management practices. The presence of coliforms in the water samples examined indicated contamination of the drinking water in the study area, hence not fit for human consumption. The solid waste management practices of the five Barangays in Sogod in conformity with the Ecological Solid Waste Management Act were not practiced by most of the selected respondents who instead preferred direct dumping method to available space without considering the proximity of the well.
Justifying Higher Education Expenditure Using Saturation Analysis
Authors: Rujube N. Hinoguin  , Annabelle M. Hufalar
Published: November 2023

The massive allotment of funds for tertiary education in the Philippines prompted the researchers to examine whether this high budget is justifiable in terms of contribution to the GDP of the country. This study determined the extent of money that the Philippine government will spend for tertiary education per student, that will help increase the GDP per capita to the highest level using saturation analysis. The findings show that the saturation point for the government expenditure per tertiary student for ASEAN countries is 22.20% of the GDP per capita.
Mapping the Suitability of Planting Rubber Tree under Different Climatic Conditions
Authors: Constantino G. Medilo, Jr.  , Alejandro F. Tongco  , Rissa Fe M. Yuag
Published: November 2023

The paper maps the suitability of planting rubber tree in the province of Southern Leyte using different planting requirements under four types of climatic conditions through Quantum Geographic Information System or QGIS. Furthermore, this study tries to determine the size of areas in the province suitable for planting rubber tree under the four conditions and to determine if there are significant variations. The use of QGIS in mapping the suitability and determining the size of the areas of the different suitability categories under various climatic conditions provided a clear picture of the fitness of planting rubber trees in the province. Analysis of variance was used to determine if there are significant differences in size of areas suitable for farming rubber tree under different climatic conditions. Results showed that the size of areas under different suitability categories significantly differed. Further, the size of the areas under different suitability categories also considerably varied under various climatic conditions where the more significant change is seen with the inclusion of flooding and landslide into the mapping. This study concluded that rubber tree cultivation in Southern Leyte is affected by different climatic conditions but most significantly by natural hazards like flooding and landslide.
Correlation Analysis of Global Distribution of Road Deaths
Authors: Constantino G. Medilo, Jr.
Published: November 2023

This study sought to find out a causal relationship between total lengths of road networks and the number of registered vehicles with the number of road deaths worldwide. The data mined from the World Health Organization and the CIA fact book were analyzed using the descriptive correlation method. It was found out that the total number of registered vehicles has a direct correlation with the number of road traffic deaths, while the total length of road networks has only an indirect correlation. These results supported the postulate of the Multiple Causation theory of accidents. It is recommended that reducing the number of vehicles on the road is key to the reduction of road traffic deaths.