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CRAVING LOYALTY: EXAMINING THE INFLUENCE OF LOYALTY PROGRAMS ON CUSTOMER RETENTION IN SOUTH AFRICA’S FAST-FOOD LANDSCAPE
Authors: Mdletshe Nkosinathi Emanuel
Published: December 2023

This study investigates the dynamics of customer loyalty within South African fast-food restaurants, focusing on the influence of loyalty programs on customer retention. The background highlights the rapid growth of the South African fast-food industry and the need for a nuanced understanding of customer behavior in this context. Employing a quantitative methods approach employed a cross-sectional design; the methodology includes a comprehensive situational analysis and addresses three research questions: customer motivations for loyalty program participation, factors beyond loyalty programs affecting retention, and the impact of existing loyalty programs on retention. Findings reveal that emotional connections, trustworthiness, and perceived value are key motivators for program participation. Beyond loyalty initiatives, service quality, menu variety, and overall customer experience significantly impact retention. Loyalty program metrics, including participation rates and reward perceived value, play a crucial role in customer loyalty. The study concludes that businesses should tailor loyalty programs to local preferences, adopt a holistic approach to customer retention, and optimize program metrics. The practical implications emphasize the need for clear communication and cultural sensitivity. This research contributes to the academic literature by addressing gaps specific to the South African context and provides actionable insights for businesses aiming to enhance customer loyalty in this dynamic and competitive market.
 

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Pseudoparallel Invariant Submanifolds of a Para-Sasakian Manifold
Authors: MERT Tuğba , ATÇEKEN Mehmet
Published: December 2023

In this paper, invariant submanifolds of a para-Sasakian manifold have been studied. Some special

submanifolds such as pseudoparallel, 2-pseudoparallel, Ricci generalized pseudoparallel, and 2-Ricci generalized pseudoparallel submanifolds of a para-Sasakian manifold have been considered. The necessary and sufficient conditions for an invariant submanifold to be totally geodesic under some conditions have been given.
Ricci Solitons of Three-Dimensional Lorentzian Bianchi-Cartan-Vranceanu Spaces
Authors: ALTUNBAŞ Murat
Published: December 2023

In this paper, we obtain explicit formulae for homogenous Ricci solitons on three-dimensional Lorentzian Bianchi-Cartan-Vranceanu spaces. We also give a result about Ricci solitons on a three dimensional Minkowski space.
On a Topological Operator via Local Closure Function
Authors: TUNÇ Ayşe Nur , ÖZEN YILDIRIM Sena
Published: December 2023

In this research, we define and study the new topological operator called $\Gamma$-boundary operator $Bd^{\Gamma}$ by merging local closure function in ideal topological spaces. We research essential properties of this operator and we specialize $\Gamma$-boundary of some special sets, such as $\theta$-open, $\Im_{\Gamma}$-perfect and $\Im_{\Gamma}$-dense. Moreover, we examine the properties of this operator in the topology which is formed by using local closure function. Furthermore, we compare $\Gamma$-boundary operator with the boundary operator and the $*$-boundary operator. We also show that under what conditions $\Gamma$-boundary operator, boundary operator and $*$-boundary operator are coincide.
Skin Lesion Classification Using Convolutional Neural Network and ABCD Rule
Authors: KESTEK Ezgi , AKTAN Mehmet Emin , AKDOĞAN Erhan
Published: December 2023

Skin cancer, which can occur in any part of the human skin, is one of the common and serious types of cancer. Accurate diagnosis and segmentation of lesions are crutial to the early diagnosis. Computer-aided diagnosis make important contributions to help doctors in the diagnosis of cancer from skin images. The most important factor for such systems to reveal the accurate results is the correct feature extraction. In this study, a model for the classification of seven types of skin lesions was developed by combining the features of CNN-based feature extraction and the ABCD rule, which is widely used in the clinic. The model was evaluated on HAM10000 well-known dataset. The classification results obtained with different combinations of features and machine learning algorithms were compared. According to the results, the best classification accuracy was obtained with the Cosine Similarity Classifier with 96.4% when the features determined by CNN and the features in the ABCD rule were used together.
Existence for a Nonlocal Porous Medium Equations of Kirchhoff Type with Logarithmic Nonlinearity
Authors: SERT Uğur
Published: December 2023

We study the Dirichlet problem for the nonlocal parabolic equation of the Kirchhoff type

\[

u_{t}-a\left(\|u\|_{L^{p}(\Omega)}^{p}\right)\sum\limits_{i=1}^{n}D_{i}\left(

\left\vert u\right\vert ^{p-2}D_{i}u\right) +b(x,t) \left\vert u \right\vert ^{\alpha \left(

x,t\right) -2}u\log|u|=f\left( x,t\right) \quad \text{in $Q_T=\Omega \times (0,T)$},

\]

where $p\geq2$, $T>0$, $\Omega \subset

\mathbb{R}^{n}$, $n\geq 2$, is a smooth bounded domain. The coefficient $a(\cdot)$ is real-valued function defined on $\mathbb{R}_+$. It is shown that the problem has a weak solution under appropriate and general conditions on $a(\cdot)$, $\alpha(\cdot,\cdot)$ and $b(\cdot)$.
Four New Sequence Spaces Obtained from the Domain of Quadruple Band Matrix Operator
Authors: BİŞGİN Mustafa Cemil
Published: December 2023

In this work, we construct the sequence spaces $c_{0}(Q)$, $c(Q)$, $\ell_{\infty}(Q)$ and $\ell_{p}(Q)$ derived by the domain of quadruple band matrix, which generalizes the matrices $\Delta^{3}$, $B(r,s,t)$, $\Delta^{2}$, $B(r,s)$, $\Delta$, where $\Delta^{3}$, $B(r,s,t)$, $\Delta^{2}$, $B(r,s)$ and $\Delta$ are called third order difference, triple band, second order difference, double band and difference matrix, in turn. Also, we investigate some topological properties and some inclusion relations related to those spaces. Furthermore, we give the Schauder basis of the spaces $c_{0}(Q)$, $c(Q)$ and $\ell_{p}(Q)$, and determine $\alpha-\beta-$ and $\gamma-$duals of those spaces. Lastly, we characterize some matrix classes related to some of those spaces.
On Tangent Bundles of Submanifolds of a Riemannian Manifold Endowed with a Quarter-Symmetric Non-metric Connection
Authors: KHAN Mohammad Nazrul Islam , DAS Lovejoy
Published: December 2023

The object of this article is to study a quarter-symmetric non-metric connection in the tangent bundle and induced metric and connection on submanifold of co-dimension 2 and hypersurface concerning the quarter-symmetric non-metric connection in the tangent bundle. The Weingarten equations concerning the quarter-symmetric non-metric connection on a submanifold of co-dimension 2 and the hypersurface in the tangent bundle are obtained. Finally, authors deduce the Riemannian curvature tensor and Gauss and Codazzi equations on a submanifold of co-dimension 2 and hypersurface of the Riemannian manifold concerning the quarter-symmetric non-metric connection in the tangent bundle.
DGAT1 Gene Polymorphism in Morkaraman and Tushin
Authors: AYDIN İremnur , KOPUZLU Sinan
Published: December 2023

This study aims to investigate the polymorphism of the Diacylglycerol acyltransferase1 (DGAT1) gene locus in 105 Morkaraman and 65 Tushin lambs to determine the distribution of genotype and allele frequencies of lambs in terms of related genes. DGAT1/Alu1 gene polymorphism was defined by using the PCR-RFLP method in the DNAs isolated from hair samples taken from Morkaraman and Tushin lambs used in this study. PCR- RFLP products were run in an electrophoresis medium and the results were visualized on an ultraviolet (UV) transluminator. When the population was examined in terms of allele frequencies, it was defined that the C allele and the T allele were 0.72% and 0.28% for the Morkaraman, and 0.71% and 0.29% for Tushin, respectively. The CC, CT, and TT genotype frequencies of the DGAT1 gene in the population were found to be 53.3%, 38.1%, and 8.6% for the Morkaraman and 50.8%, 40.0%, and 9.2% for the Tushin, respectively. In the Hardy-Weinberg genetic equilibrium test, it was observed that the distribution of genotype frequencies was in balance (P>0.05) in the population. It has been defined that the genotype and allele frequencies determined in terms of DGAT1 gene polymorphism may be found to be sufficient to reveal the genotype diversity of the breeds. The genotype and allele frequencies determined in terms of DGAT1 gene polymorphism were sufficient to reveal the genotype diversity of the breed, the sheep with CC genotype are economically advantageous in the herd, and therefore DGAT1 gene can be used for marker-assisted selection (MAS).
Effect of Training Using Pullbuoy on Breaststroke Swimming Speed in Club RD Athletes
Authors:   Department of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Yariansyah Ridho , . Guntur ,   Department of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia, Raibowo Septian ,   Faculty of Teacher Training and Education University of Bengkulu, Bengkulu, Indonesia, Nopiyanto Yahya Eko ,   Faculty of Teacher Training and Education University of Bengkulu, Bengkulu, Indonesia, Munir Ali ,   Department of Sport Science, Yogyakarta State University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Published: December 2023

Speed in swimming is very important because it affects the results of matches and the athlete's efficiency. Optimal speed results in shorter journey times, providing a competitive advantage. This study aims to determine the effect of the pull buoy training method on the breaststroke swimming speed of RD Rejang Lebong club athletes. This type of research is experimental research using a one group pre-test and post-test research design. The population in this study was the RD Rejang Lebong club, totaling 90 athletes and the sampling technique used purposive sampling with certain considerations totaling 30 athletes. The tool used to measure breaststroke swimming speed is the 50 meters swimming test. Data analysis used a paired t-test. The research results obtained t = 0.0002 t table = 1.699 at a significance level = 0.05 and the correlation test results were 49.10%. It can be concluded that there is no significant influence of the training method using a pull buoy on the 50 meters breaststroke swimming speed of RD Rejang Lebong club athletes. This is of concern to researchers and the study conducted regarding the research results is that there are several factors that make the research unsuccessful or the independent variables do not have a significant effect on attachment variables such as the level of physical readiness of athletes in carrying out training, increasing the number of training from the frequency of training per week before. and quite serious training from athletes even though in the end the research results showed insignificant results for this training.
Performance Evaluation of Induction Motor Behaviour on Conventional and PV System Power Sources
Authors:   Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden, Nigeria., Williams Ebenezer Asuquo , Okpo Ekom Enefiok ,   Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden, Nigeria., Nkan Imo Edwin ,   Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden, Nigeria.
Published: December 2023

The present study explores the integration of photovoltaic (PV) systems for enhancement of power system quality and reliability, particularly when PV system is deployed to power inductive loads which have wide applications in commercial and industrial settings. A mixed approach is deployed using MATLAB/Simulink for the modelling and simulation process. The study investigates the impact of inductive loads on PV system, comparing its performance with a conventional power source of same power willing capacity. The PV system was modelled by connecting PV arrays in series and parallel combinations. The output of the PV arrays was fed into a three phase PWM inverter, the harmonics present at the inverter output were eliminated using properly sized Inductor- capacitor (L-C) filter circuit. Also, a three-phase conventional source of same output capacity was modelled. Comparative analysis of the impacts inductive loads has on both sources were carried out and this was accomplished by integrating three-phase asynchronous motor rated at 15kW(20HP). The induction motors were independently powered by two distinct sources and further subjected to intermittent loading conditions. The major parameters investigated includes the rotor speed, rotor current, and electromagnetic torque of the asynchronous motor. The outcome of the study showed that the conventional source outperforms the PV system. These necessitates the studies on adoption of advance strategies on how the negative impacts and challenges encountered in the course of integrating PV system to power inductive loads will be address.
Implementação do sistema de gestão da qualidade segundo a ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025:2017 no Laboratório de Controle da Qualidade de Água
Authors:   , Lourenço Fijamo Geraldo
Published: December 2023

A confiabilidade dos resultados produzidos em laboratórios de ensaio é essencial para tomada de decisões que possam garantir a segurança, saúde pública, proteção ambiental, entre outros. Portanto, faz-se necessário adotar Sistemas de Gestão de Qualidade (SGQ), os quais podem ser baseados na ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025:2017. Tal sistema é uma ferramenta utilizada para garantir a conformidade de laboratórios com níveis reconhecidos internacionalmente, tanto em competência técnica e gestão dos resultados, visando reduzir erros, otimizar seus processos e garantir a confiabilidade e segurança dos dados gerados. Neste contexto, este trabalho teve como objetivo adequar o SGQ do Laboratório de Controle de Qualidade da Água (LCQA) à norma citada anteriormente, tomando como referência a validação de três métodos: Determinação de Demanda Química de Oxigênio (DQO) (concentração alta e baixa) e Determinação de Fósforo Total (P-total). Inicialmente, foi aplicado um questionário aos funcionários do LCQA para levantamento do fluxo do processo e de funcionamento. A partir daí foram definidas as ações necessárias para adequar aos requisitos da norma, como (1) elaboração e/ou adequação dos documentos do SGQ do laboratório, (2) codificação dos equipamentos, reagentes e materiais, considerando a rastreabilidade, (3) elaboração de procedimentos de verificação de equipamentos críticos no desempenho dos métodos de análise e elaboração de cartas-controle e (4) validação dos três métodos. A partir dos resultados, foi possível elaborar um método com uma gestão de dados que garanta a rastreabilidade metrológica, de acordo com os requisitos da norma. Os resultados de verificação apresentaram- se satisfatórios, embora sejam sugeridas calibrações dos equipamentos ao INMETRO. Os métodos apresentaram os valores de coeficientes de 85,0 – 99,0% para DQO-baixa, de 80,0 – 108,3% para DQO alta e de 97,8 – 110,5% para P-total, por isso, algumas pequenas inconsistências como exatidão e precisão que não atendem aos requisitos mínimos de qualidade. Portanto, são sugeridos treinamentos com a equipe. Por fim, pode-se concluir que foram obtidos grandes avanços na adequação do SGQ do LCQA baseado na norma ABNT NBR ISO/IEC 17025:2017. Palavras-chave: Demanda Química de Oxigênio (DQO). Determinação de Fósforo Total. Validação de Métodos.
Monitoramento da atividade microbiana em área impactada pelo rompimento da barragem de rejeitos em Brumadinho-MG
Authors:   , Carvalho Karen Braathen de
Published: December 2023

O rompimento da barragem B1 em Brumadinho desencadeou um desastre ambiental de grande proporção no Brasil. A barragem que continha rejeitos oriundos da mineração espalhou mais de 12 milhões de metros cúbicos de lama, resultando em perdas ambientais e humanas. Para reabilitar a área impactada foi lançado em 2020 um projeto piloto de recuperação ambiental, na área denominada Marco Zero, com o intuito de reabilitar a área e utilizá-la de modelo para a recuperação das demais áreas afetadas. Sabendo que a microbiota do solo é responsável por inúmeros processos indispensáveis para a manutenção da vida e saúde no solo, sendo indicadores de qualidade frequentemente empregados em estudos pedológicos, este estudo se baseou em sua avalição. Assim objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar o processo de reabilitação da área atingida por rejeitos de mineração utilizando indicadores microbiológicos de saúde do solo. A Respiração Basal do Solo (RBS), Carbono da Biomassa Microbiana (CBM), quociente metabólico (qCO2) e enzimas foram avaliados. As amostras de solo foram coletadas nas estações chuvosa e seca, em seis transectos. Uma área de borda de rio, próxima, mas não afetada pela lama, foi selecionada como área de referência. Os resultados evidenciaram que as amostras coletadas na área afetada de forma geral tiveram valores de RBS e qCO 2 maiores e CBM menores que as amostras de referência, entretanto, não foi possível observar diferenças significativas entre os valores, sugerindo que os processos de reabilitação realizados na área estão tendo resultados satisfatórios. Entretanto, deve-se salientar que as atividades das enzimas beta-glicosidase, urease e arilsulfatase das amostras do solo na área afetada se mostraram inferiores ao esperado ou menores que das áreas de referência, mostrando que as atividades relacionadas com a ciclagem dos nutrientes ainda não foram totalmente recuperadas. As amostras localizadas a montante da área avaliada obtiveram resultados melhores as amostras coletadas a jusante. Por meio da análise multivariada foi possível verificar que as variáveis beta- glicosidase, urease, arilsulfatase e qCO2 se mostraram mais sensíveis às alterações da área afetada. Nossos resultados mostraram que apesar da reabilitação dos serviços ecossistêmicos da microbiota do solo no período avaliado ter progredido, as atividades de monitoramento devem ser continuadas por mais tempo para que atividades de intervenção, caso necessárias, possam ser realizadas para não haver mais impactos. Palavras-chave: Qualidade do solo, Atividade enzimática, Rejeito, Respiração Basal do Solo, Carbono da Biomassa.
Consciousness Influences Epigenetics in the Development of Disease
Authors:   Quantum University – Swedish Independent Author at Triquetra Return AB, SE 672 95 Årjäng, Sweden, Fredriksson Ingrid
Published: December 2023

In recent years scientists have been exploring the effects that stress and emotions have on our cells in particular, on our chromosomes and mitochondrial DNA. What they have found is that our emotions can shape our physical reality at the molecular level.
Catalytic Converters Receptors of Plants. Phosphory Lation of Trees to Plants
Authors:   Gaiasce Company and Gss subsidiary, 18 Haymarket Street, Manchester, M13 9JD, United Kingdom, I Ubani Solomon
Published: December 2023

Selective catalytic reduction converted nitrogen oxides using a catalyst into diatomic nitrogen and water. A gaseous reductant typically ammonia was added to the kinase from the host tree to the receptor of the plant. Before entering the catalyst chamber the ammonia and reductant were mixed with the gas. A clay planting pot was used because of its porosity and high surface area. The results showed ethylene was an important aspect of plant growth and development of disulfide-linked receptor of the plant. This receptor featured a small transmembrane binding region and a large cytosolic region. It can be concluded the molecular weight complexes of different ethylene receptors and cellular participants of ethylene signaling pathway
Kepentingan Realisme Terhadap Keperluan Pembangunan Angkatan Tentera Malaysia (ATM) di Rantau Asia Tenggara
Authors: Mohamed Ahmad Shah Pakeer , Abdul Batau Mohamed Fajil , Ayob Azman
Published: December 2023

Pasca Perang Dingin, ancaman terhadap Asia Tenggara semakin luas dan pelbagai. Ini kerana ia juga melibatkan perkembangan ketidakstabilan politik dan pergolakan di Asia Timur dan Asia Selatan, yang dibimbangkan akan membahayakan keselamatan Asia Tenggara. Selain itu, ancaman keselamatan di rantau Asia Tenggara boleh secara tidak langsung mengancam keselamatan negara lain di Rantau berkenaan termasuk Malaysia. Langkah tuntutan sumber daripada kuasa besar seperti China yang menuntut kepulauan Spratly dan pertindihan Zon Ekonomi Ekslusif (ZEE) boleh mengubah landskap geopolitik Laut China Selatan dengan ketara. Walau bagaimanapun isu ancaman tradisional ini kurang diberi perhatian oleh Malaysia memandangkan persepi terhadap ancaman tradisional semakin kurang diperkatakan dan tindakan ancaman tradisional ini tidak bermakna ia tidak akan berlaku tetapi langkah kesiapsediaan membangunkan angkatan tentera perlu ada untuk memastikan negara kekal aman dan kekal keabsahannya.
Assessment of nutrient uptake by sugar beet as a factor of the crop biological potential realization
Authors: Prysiazhniuk O. I. , Shulha S. S.
Published: December 2023

Purpose. To establish the peculiarities of the accumulation and removal of macroelements by sugar beet in the Steppe Zone of Ukraine.
Methods. Field research was conducted during 2020–2022 in the Chkalov Agrocompany LLC (Kirovohrad region). The scheme of the experiment provided for the cultivation of sugar beets against the background of the use of a water-retaining agent (without hydrogel; hydrogel Aquasorb, 300 kg/ha), under different systems of the main fertilizer [without fertilizers – control; manure, 20 t/ha; N170P180K350; Leonardyt, 400 kg/ha; Parostok (brand 20), 400 kg/ha] and foliar feeding during the growing season (without foliar feeding; Humifild, SE, 2 kg/ha in the BBCH stage 30 + 39). Organic and mineral fertilizers (PK) were applied in autumn at plowing and nitrogen at cultivation in early spring. The adsorbent was applied to the soil two weeks before sowing the crop locally in the zone of the row, based on the data of the GPS tracker. The rest of the agricultural activities corresponded to the generally accepted culture cultivation technology in the research area.
Results. On average, according to the experiment, sugar beet used 90.2 kg/ha of nitrogen, 15.1 kg/ha of phosphorus, and 75.6 kg/ha of potassium to form a crop. The consumption of macronutrients for the formation of humus was not calculated, since it was immediately returned to the soil during harvesting. The use of organic fertilizers of the new formulation contributed not only to the formation of a high yield of sugar beet roots, but also to a significant removal of macronutrients from the soil. In particular, when applying Leonardyt (400 kg/ha) with the crop, 94.8 kg/ha of nitrogen, 16.1 kg/ha of phosphorus and 79.9 kg/ha of potassium was removed, which is 17.1; 3.1 and 14.7 kg/ha more than on the unfertilized control. When applying Parostok (brand 20) (400 kg/ha), 101.6 kg/ha of nitrogen, 16.7 kg/ha of phosphorus and 84.2 kg/ha of potassium was removed, which exceeded the control indicators by 23.9; 3.8 and 19.1 kg/ha, respectively.
Conclusions. According to the indicators of the ratio of variable to maximum fluorescence (Fv/Fm) of photosynthesis, the highest coefficient values were obtained in the case of applying Aquasorb hydrogel in the zone of the row before sowing and fertilizing with Leonardyt (0.58–0.59) and Parostok (brand 20) (0.58–0.60). Therefore, the best conditions for the growth and development of sugar beets were formed in these treatments of the experiment. Based on the obtained coefficients of the ratio of variable to maximum fluorescence (Fv/Fm) of photosynthesis, the yield of root crops can be predicted by the equation y = 88.5x + 5.1.
Willingness to Fight for One’s Own Country: New Variables to Look at the Estonian Leadership among the Baltic States
Authors: Rogulis Dovydas
Published: December 2023

The article delves into the willingness of citizens in the Baltic States, particularly Estonia, to fight for their countries in the face of rising threats, notably the Russian threat following the Crimean annexation. With historically weaker NATO defenses and relatively small armed forces, Baltic States like Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia rely on allied support and their residents’ determination to defend their homeland. The study explores variables that influence this willingness, focusing on Estonia’s leadership in this aspect. The article consists of three main sections: a literature review, a comparative case analysis, and conclusions. The literature review examines past data from global, regional, and national perspectives, touching upon the theories of renowned researchers like Ronald F. Inglehart. The comparative case analysis delves into new variables—civic engagement, government functionality, and corruption levels—exploring their correlation with citizens’ readiness to fight for their country. The analysis uncovers distinct patterns in Estonia, which consistently outpaces Latvia and Lithuania in civic engagement, efficient governance, and lower corruption levels. Ultimately, the research emphasizes that civic engagement positively associates with willingness to defend one’s country, exemplified by Estonia’s higher voter turnout and volunteering rates. Effective government functioning also contributes to citizens’ willingness to fight, with Estonia’s robust governance over the past decades potentially boosting resilience. Furthermore, low corruption levels appear to enhance citizens’ confidence in their state, potentially encouraging them to defend it. The study concludes that understanding these multifaceted factors can guide policymakers and community leaders in bolstering citizens’ determination to protect their countries, particularly in Latvia and Lithuania.
The actuality and importance of the usefulness of educational software in the correction of language disorders in students with intellectual disabilities
Authors: Crișan Elena
Published: December 2023

Educational software represents any software product in any format that can be used on any computer and that represents a subject, a theme, a lesson, a course, etc., being an alternative or the only solution to traditional educational methods (blackboard, chalk, etc.). Educational software is a progressive and motivating method that contributes to the efficiency of teaching/learning/evaluation, the modernization of the didactic act, and the accessibility of knowledge. The questionnaire, applied online, highlighted the implementation of the educational software in speech therapy, the advantages, disadvantages, along with the challenges and opportunities of their use. The most used educational software in online speech therapy by the speech therapists who participated in the study is LOGOPEDIX. Another platform used to a significant extent is Tara, Geno-Pro, Timlogo, Voxi Kids, Octoplay, Tarabostes, Pictosonidos. The role and contribution of educational software in the therapy of language disorders, how it influences the results obtained in speech therapy and how it contributes to solving a number of existing cases, was mentioned. Educational software specially created for children with disabilities are important sources in correcting deficiencies. Using IAC can help people with disabilities overcome their disability, become less dependent and enrich their repertoire of skills and abilities. The use of educational software in the correction of language disorders in students with intellectual disabilities is obvious, but the full exploitation depends on the degree to which speech therapists are prepared to integrate them, as well as the available technological resources
Social integration of unemployed young people and adults with disabilities
Authors: Totolan Mircea Damian , Cioranu Vlad-Alexandru
Published: December 2023

The study aims to achieve the objective of special psychopedagogy, which aims at two distinct aspects: improving the quality of life of people with disabilities and their social and professional integration. The central objective of this research is the identification of the social and professional integration of people with disabilities from Constanta county. Furthermore, the models of social and professional integration are observed with the help of three Questionnaires: Questionnaire of assessment of social and professional integration (ISP); Quality of life inventory- QOLI and „Happiness” scale from The 46 AB5C Facetes.
Analysis of multiple intelligences and professional competences in the school guidance of adolescents
Authors: Călin Mariana Floricica , Stambuli Elena
Published: December 2023

The analysis of multiple intelligences and professional competencies in the school guidance of adolescents is a vast and complex subject. This study addresses how various forms of intelligence, as defined by Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, influence the development of professional competencies and the educational guidance of adolescents. The research examines how different types of intelligence - linguistic, logical-mathematical, spatial, musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal, intrapersonal, and naturalist - contribute to the formation of competencies necessary for professional success. The study highlights the importance of a personalized education system that recognizes and values the diversity of adolescents' intelligences and competencies. It also discusses ways in which school guidance can be adapted to support each adolescent in exploring and developing their unique abilities and interests, thereby contributing to their preparation for a satisfying and aptitude-aligned career. The findings of this study offer significant insights for educators, school counselors, and education policymakers, underscoring the need to integrate the theory of multiple intelligences into school guidance strategies.
Factors associated with the quality of life of the elderly during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Becea Florentina , Giurgiu Laura
Published: December 2023

In this paper we aimed to study how the quality of life of the elderly was affected during the COVID-19 pandemic. The participants in the research were 130 elderly from Constanța County, of which 92 people are female and 38 people male. The research instrumentswere Quality of Life Inventory (QOLI) - developed by Michael B. Frisch, and Clinical evaluation scales for the elderly (CASE-SF) - developed by Cecil R. Reynolds and Erin D. Bigler. The results obtained from the statistical analysis of the data did not confirm the hypothesis that the quality of life differs between male and female. Also, a negative correlation came out between Help Needed Scale and Depression Scale.
Implementation of the Simultaneous Village Head Election (PILKADES) Policy in Banjar Regency, Indonesia.
Authors: Jamaluddin Jamaluddin , Muthahhari Muhammad , Al Syahrin M Najeri
Published: December 2023

This research aims to find out what policies or decisions were taken by the Banjar Regency Government in the process of selecting the Serentah Village Head in Banjar Regency and how they relate to preventing COVID-19. Apart from that, we also try to find out how the implementation of the policy is seen from the aspect of communication, community economic resources, or the economic condition of the community, and the Aluh-Aluh District as the policy implementer along with the Village Officials involved. This research uses a qualitative research approach. The research informants are relevant stakeholders from elements of the regional government, sub-district, and village officials as well as the community who are considered to know a lot about policy implementation. Apart from that, to understand and represent the phenomena surrounding the simultaneous village head election activities in Banjar Regency in 2022. The overall results of the research in the field stated that 9 villages held village elections simultaneously and that the implementation of the village elections peacefully and democratically went well based on information from the Community and Village Empowerment Service of Banjar Regency. This is supported by factual data in the field that there were no lawsuits or disturbances during the implementation of the Village Head Election. It's just that a lawsuit was filed by one of the losing village head candidates, namely from the incumbent in Aluh-Aluh Besar Village regarding the DPT, but the complaint and objection were submitted outside the time determined by the committee. So the lawsuit was resolved at the village committee level. For the other 8 villages, there were no lawsuits or complaints from village head candidates because the elected Village Heads were mostly trusted by the majority of village residents. The difference that occurred with the implementation of the previous Village Head Election was the obstacle in adjusting to the COVID-19 pandemic situation that occurred. This creates a lot of adjustments and even conflicts to be faced. There is a need to strengthen democracy systematically and participatively from both regional government and village officials who are synchronized and connected to achieve an effective and efficient village head election.
Creative Class in Türkiye: New Job Prospects
Authors: Skavronska Iryna
Published: December 2023

This paper covers a comprehensive study of the creative class in Türkiye in terms of new job prospects. Nowadays, creativity is one of key skills necessary for future jobs. People, who have creative and innovative thinking, generate original ideas and produce unique products, form a special stratum of society called creative class. Creative class professionals include scientists, teachers, artists, models, social media influencers, etc. This article is intended to outline the specifics of new type of workers’ lifestyle which implies comfortable living conditions known as “quality of place.” In order to clarify how ready Türkiye is for the development of the creative class, the state of the labor market is analyzed. It has been revealed that the Turkish labor market is characterized by both strengths (e.g. large population, a large share of the youth, increase in labor productivity) and weaknesses (e.g. labor underutilization, limited female labor participation, lack of skills). People mainly work in agriculture, industry, service sector and construction. These characteristics outline the basis for the rise of the creative class and the emergence of new careers in Türkiye. Correspondingly, this research is aimed at analysis and assessment of factors, circumstances and preconditions for the emergence of the creative class in Türkiye as well as determining the creative class job opportunities. The methodology of the study is founded on exploring new and potential jobs that will be required by the future. The article presents a framework for the assessment of the creative class in Türkiye based on the standard measures of job quantity, as well as job quality and labor market inclusiveness. The paper proposes the vision of how Türkiye can drive talent transformation and upskill its workforce in order to satisfy demand for innovative type of workers and take advantage of new opportunity. This study provides a unique and vital contribution to ongoing discussions about the significance of the creative class for employment highlighting the universalized assumptions concerning the position of these professionals in the Turkish economy.
The Influence of Facilities and Competencies on The Performance of The State Civil Apparatus of North Langowan District Office
Authors: Emor Syanty Hesly , Masengi Evi Elvira , Kairupan Sisca Beatrix
Published: December 2023

This research aims to test whether there is a correlation and influence between: a) Facilities (X1) and Performance (Y); b) Competency (X2) and Performance (Y); c) Facilities (X1) and Competence (X2) simultaneously with Performance (Y). The research method used was a quantitative method with a total of 30 respondents. Data analysis used the SPSS IBM 24 program. The results showed that there was a correlation between 1) Facilities (X1) and performance (Y), 2) competence (X2) and performance (Y) and, 3) Facilities (X1) and competence (X2) simultaneously with the performance of (Y) State Civil Apparatus North Langowan District Office. Then the test results to find the significance of the influence obtained the results that 1) there is no significant influence between Facilities (X1) on Performance (Y), 2) Competence (X2) has a significant effect on Performance (Y), and 3) Facilities (X1) and Competency (X2) simultaneously influences the Performance (Y) of the State Civil Apparatus of North Langowan District Office.
Quality of Service in Providing Financial Management Services for Public Service Agency at Universitas Negeri Manado
Authors: Mongdong Deiby , Sendouw Recky H. E. , Kantohe Meidy
Published: December 2023

The quality of the financial services of the Public Service Agency (BLU) at Universitas Negeri Manado should be able to provide good results wherever possible. The State Civil Apparatus within the Universitas Negeri Manado Personnel, Finance, and General Bureau has a very strategic role as the spearhead of public planning. The aim of this research is to determine, describe, and analyze the Quality of Financial Management Services for the Universitas Negeri Manado Public Service Agency (BLU) in 2022. The method used is a qualitative research method. Based on research in the field, it can be concluded that the 5 indicators of service quality, namely tangible, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and empathy, which were researched at the Universitas Negeri Manado Personnel, Finance and General Bureau (BKKU), have gone well. This can be seen from the answers of the informants and documentary evidence as well as the circumstances studied. However, there are several things that need to be improved so that service users can be more satisfied in the future.
The Impact of Green Supply Chain Management Practices on Environmental Performance Metrics in Retail Organizations
Authors: Nihunguy Toienone
Published: December 2023

The relationship between environmental performance measures and Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) techniques in the retail industry is examined in this study. A large sample of retail companies' GSCM adoption rates and related environmental indicators were examined using a quantitative study design. The results showed that there were notable differences in the adoption of GSCM, and that organizational commitment affected sustainability initiatives. Adoption of GSCM at high levels was positively connected with positive environmental effects, consistent with previous research. The research highlights the significance of customized sustainability strategies and offers practical advice to retail establishments looking to improve their environmental stewardship in response to changing consumer demands.
МУСТАФА ШОКАЙ В ЕВРОПЕ: НОВЫЕ ДАННЫЕ К ПОЛИТИЧЕСКОЙ БИОГРАФИИ
Authors: Iskhakov Salavat
Published: December 2023

История тюркско-мусульманской политэмиграции в Европе, вызванной приходом к власти в России большевиков в 1917 г., имеет значительные пробелы, несмотря на ряд публикаций. Цель данной статьи – рассмотреть, применяя идеографический метод исследования, на основе впервые вводимых в научный оборот ряда архивных данных и материалов европейской прессы дипломатическую деятельность в Европе казахского политэмигранта Мустафы Шокая, направленную против советской пропаганды «успехов» сталинской «национальной» политики, а также его участие в деятельности лидеров тюркско-мусульманской политэмиграции, которая выражала главную идею тюркско-мусульманского населения Северной Евразии, в том числе Казахстана – добиться независимости и свободы, ярко и широко проявившая себя с падением русского самодержавия, распадом Российской империи в 1917–1920 гг. В статье показано, что Мустафа Шокай был сторонником Союза тюркских народов Советского Союза в борьбе с советской Россией за их независимость и свободу. Этот проект относительно перспектив общественного развития в СССР теоретически разрабатывался с участием Мустафы Шокая, который внес свой вклад в обосновании тезиса о невозможности развития СССР без действительного, а не декларируемого Кремлем решения национального вопроса, под которым политэмигрантскими идеологами понималось восстановление на его территории самостоятельных государств, возникших и существовавших в 1917–1920 гг., в том числе в Центральной Азии. Идея тюркской интеграции, выдвинутая идеологами и теоретиками Союза тюркских государств, среди которых был Мустафа Шокай, нашла свое воплощение на международном уровне после распада СССР.
FAMINE IN KAZAKHSTAN AND “KAZAKH REFUGEES”
Authors: Zhanabayev Kairat
Published: December 2023

At the end of the XX – beginning of the XXI centuries, an active study of the policy of Stalinism and the problem of hunger in Kazakhstan began, while in contrast to the 80-90 years, interest in the migration of Kazakhs in the aftermath of famine, punitive actions of the state and various violent actions of the authorities during the period of political repression in 1916-1930 increased.
The proposed article is devoted to the migration of Kazakhs, based on the analysis of archival documents and research, which, in our opinion, fill in the existing gaps.
Therefore, we consider addressing this multidimensional problem in the field of national history to be a timely and relevant scientific problem. In accordance with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan K.K. Tokayev dated November 24, 2020 №. 456, the decree “On the State Commission for the full rehabilitation of victims of political repression” was signed. In accordance with this, members of the State Commission at the republican, regional and city levels within the framework of the designated research topic are successfully working to identify victims of Soviet policy, declassify documents, publish collections of documents based on the collected materials.
The topic of our 4th group of the State Commission for Atyrau region is the study of punitive actions of the state and various violent actions of the authorities during the period of political repression in 1916-1930, is the preparation and submission of proposals for the rehabilitation of Kazakh refugees forced to leave Kazakhstan during political campaigns and famine, forced refugees that took place after the national liberation uprising of 1916. XX century, due to forced collectivization, confessional politics and famine of the 20-30s, the problems of internal migration within the country, as well as to neighboring, border states and abroad (Iran, Turkey, Mongolia, the Russian Federation).
СРАВНИТЕЛЬНЫЙ АНАЛИЗ ИЗУЧЕНИЯ ОТЕЧЕСТВЕННОГО
И ЗАРУБЕЖНОГО ОПЫТА ПРОБЛЕМ АДАПТАЦИИ СТУДЕНТОВ
Authors: Tajibayeva Zhibek , Kabakova Meiramkul
Published: December 2023

Данная статья посвящена особенностям процесса адаптации студентов-репатриантов в процессе обучения, с учетом отечественного и зарубежного опыта. Рассмотрены теоретические и практические аспекты и этапы адаптации. Дан анализ специфики процесса адаптации в вузах в современных условиях развития образования, а также методы обучения и его организации. Главной задачей при анализе зарубежного опыта адаптации студентов является интеграция методов, положительно влияющих на адаптацию, а также активно рассматриваются проблемы психолого-педагогической адаптации личности в образовательном пространстве.
Проблему социальной адаптации можно определить с двух точек зрения: 1) как совокупность субъективно-значимых отношений человека; 2) как способ организации собственной жизни. Адаптация личности рассматривается как постоянно сложившиеся и существующие ситуации в обществе и реальном мире. В статье показана внешняя сторона адаптации личности, как деятельность по разработке различных адаптационных стратегий. Также данная деятельность направлена на изменение состояния адаптационных условий. Выделяется также внутренняя сторона адаптации личности как сознательной психической деятельности, направленной на снятие стресса и установление комфорта в процессе деятельности и общения. Существует два типа адаптации: генотипическая, наследственная и фенотипическая-приобретаются в ходе индивидуального развития.
ПЕДАГОГТЕРДІҢ ЦИФРЛЫҚ САУАТТЫЛЫҒЫН ҚАЛЫПТАСТЫРУДАҒЫ ЖАСАНДЫ ИНТЕЛЛЕКТТІҢ МАҢЫЗДЫЛЫҒЫ
Authors: Mukhanbetzhanova Akmaral , Oryngul Abilova
Published: December 2023

Мақалада цифрлық сауаттылық мәселесі кәсіби құзыреттілік пен ақпараттық мәдениеттің негізгі компоненттерінің бірі ретінде қарастырылады. Зерттеудің мақсаты – «жасанды интеллект» ұғымының мәнін және оның цифрлық сауаттылықты қалыптастырудағы маңыздылығын түсіндіру. Халықтың цифрлық сауаттылығын арттыру цифрлық экономиканың дамуын жеделдетудің басымдықтарының бірі ретінде танылды, ал цифрлық сауаттылық әр адамның цифрлық әлемде бәсекеге қабілетті өмір сүруі және өзін-өзі жүзеге асыруы үшін қажетті негізгі дағдылардың бірі болып табылады.
Қазіргі кезде ақпараттық технологиялар саласында зерттеулер кеңінен жүргізілуде. Көптеген ғалымдардың компьютерлік бағдарламаларды құру, талдау, модельдеу, жүйелерді оңтайландыру және жасанды интеллект құру саласындағы жетістіктері бүкіл әлемге танымал. Бизнес пен ғылым тиімді ынтымақтасатын экономикасы бар елдерде инновацияларды нарыққа шығару қарқын алып, ұзақ мерзімді перспективада бәсекелестік басымдық танып отыр.
Кез келген мекемеде жасанды интеллект жүйелерін енгізуінің қозғаушы күші қызмет процесін автоматтандыру арқылы тиімділікті арттыру болып табылады. Сонымен қатар, жасанды интеллект технологиясы қызмет мүмкіндіктерін даралап көрсете отырып, қоғамның сұранысын арттыруға мүмкіндік береді. Десек те, қазіргі уақытта жасанды интеллекттің дамуына әсер ететін экономикалық сектордың негізгі мәселелерін «салаішілік» және «саладан тыс» деп екі санатқа бөлуге болады. Біріншісіне, әлемдік көшбасшыларға қарағанда төмен деңгейдегі фирмалардың инновациялық жобаларды енгізуі мен іске асыруы, екіншісіне, еңбек өнімділігінің төмендігі және автоматтандыруға жататын жұмыс орындарының үлкен үлесі, жабық және ескірген деректер құрылымдары, мемлекеттік секторда жасанды интеллект технологияларының жеткіліксіз енгізілуі, еңбек мәселелері жатады. Жалпы алғанда, сыртқы сын-қатерлерге кейбір салаларда (денсаулық сақтау, білім беру, көлік т.б.) жасанды интеллект дамуының, дербес деректерді қорғау туралы заңдардың болмауы немесе жетілмегендігі және капиталға қолжетімділіктің шектелуі жатады. Бұл мәселелер түрлі зерттеулер мен көзқарастар тұрғысынан нақты талдауды қажет етеді.