bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
تحديات جائحة كرونا على تطور اللغة العربية في ولاية غومبي " قصيدة المحامي آدم عثمان نموذجا" دراسة أدبية تحليلية
Authors: Muhammad Muhammad Bashir , Abdulhamid Mohammed
Published: February 2024

Abstract: This research aims to highlight a global pandemic that has had widespread effects across the world. The study delves into the causes and factors contributing to its emergence, as well as its impact on various aspects of human life, including religious, social, economic, and political domains. Additionally, the research endeavors to analyze a poem by Adam Usman that provides a detailed depiction of the coronavirus and critiques the dissemination of misinformation through communication channels. Employing an analytical approach, the research scrutinizes the complexities surrounding the pandemic and its implications. Ultimately, it presents summarized conclusions and offers recommendations based on the findings.
التفسير المسجل للشيخ محمد حسان: المزايا والركائز
Authors: Ibrahim Dr. Muhammad Bello , Khalid Dr. Sa’id Ahmad , Abubakar Muhammad Habib
Published: February 2024

الشيخ محمد حسان من أبرز الدعاة المعاصرين والذين استخدموا مسجلات مسعموعة و مرئية في نشر دعوتهم إلى المستوى العالمي. المقصود من المقالة هو إبراز هذه الشخصية الدعوية من خلال مسجلاته التفسيرية التي تبثها قناة الرحمة منذ سنوات. تتبع الباحثون بعض هذه المسجلات واستنسخوها ودرسوها وحللوها ثم توصلوا إلى النتائج التالية. أن تفسير الشيخ تميز بمزايا من أهمها أنه كان يتبع الأسلوب النبوي في التعليم حيث يكرر الكلام أو اللفظة مرارا حتى يفهم كل مستمع، وأيضا كان يحاول أن يذكر كل الآيات والأحديث الواردة فى معنى الآية مع التركيز دائما على إظهار معنى "فاعلم أنه لاإله إلأ الله" توصل الباحثون أيضا إلى أن الشيخ كأن تفسيره يعتمد على ركائز منهجبة وأسلوبية من أهمها: أنه يقدم تفسير القرآن بالقرآن أو بالأحاديث أو بأقوال الصحابة أو باللغة وهكذا. وفي النهاية أوصى الباحثون أصحاب المال من المسلمين القيام بواجب نشر النشاطات الدعوية في مناطقهم من خلال الوسائل التواصلية القديمة والجديدة كما استطاع الشيخ محمد حسان من نشر دعوته على تمويل من قبل بعض الأثرياء بمصر وغيرها.
Women’s Anxiety and Fetal Movement in the 3rd Trimester of Pregnancy
Authors: Jannetia Chindy Zulfanji , Yudianti Ika , Yuliani Ita
Published: February 2024

Pregnancy is an important period in a woman's life, where there are physiological and psychological changes as well as changes in their status in the family and society. These changes can cause mental disorders of various types, for example, increased stress and anxiety, as well as mood disorders. Maternal anxiety will cause interaction among hormones which leads to alteration of fetal wellbeing. This study aims to determine the correlation between anxiety and the frequency of fetal movement in the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. The subjects of this study were 30 at-risk pregnant women at a TPMB in Malang City, who were selected through consecutive sampling. Measurement of anxiety levels using the PRAQ-R2 instrument, as well as the Kick Counter application to calculate fetal movements. Each subject was observed using both instruments 3 times at intervals a week. The results of the study from 3 series of Chi-Square tests showed significant results, namely there was a correlation between the level of anxiety and the frequency of fetal movement in all measurements (p-value 0.033; 0.042; 0.047). Pregnant women with mild anxiety produce a normal frequency of fetal movements. Conversely, pregnant women with severe anxiety result in abnormal fetal movement frequency. It is recommended that every pregnant woman can maintain mental health so that fetal movements remain normal.
Efficacy and cognitive impact of modified Atkins diet in adults with drug-resistant epilepsy
Authors: Liu Huixin , Lu Hongjuan , Ji Yichen , Liu Wenjian , Yang Haoran , Zhang Xuan , Li Jiayi , Sun Wei
Published: February 2024

This study aims to explore the efficacy and cognitive impact of the modified Atkins diet (MAD) in adults with drug-resistant epilepsy, as well as to analyze changes in epileptiform activity during ketogenic diet (KD) intervention. We performed a prospective, open-label study with patients aged 16 – 60 years who met the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) criteria for drug-resistant epilepsy. Sixteen patients were enrolled in this study, and baseline clinical and electroencephalography (EEG) characteristics, along with neuropsychological tests, were collected before and after 3 months of KD. Patients were divided into responders (≥50% seizure reduction) and non-responders (<50% seizure reduction) according to the clinical efficacy of the KD. Results indicate that 37.5% of patients reported a ≥50% seizure reduction after 3 months. In terms of safety, 37.5% of patients reported adverse effects, including constipation, abdominal pain, and nausea. In addition, a statistically significant increase in the level of total cholesterol was observed (P = 0.037) after diet treatment. Regarding cognitive impact, there was a significant improvement in auditory verbal learning test (AVLT) instant recall scale scores (P = 0.017). In terms of EEG characteristics, MAD significantly reduces interictal epileptic discharge (IED) index in non-rapid eye movement 2 (NREM2) after 3 months. No clinical predictors or EEG characteristics of MAD efficacy were identified. In conclusion, MAD can be safely and effectively practiced by adults with drug-resistant epilepsy. KD treatment has a significant impact on AVLT instant recall and can reduce the IED index in NREM2.
Prosocial Behaviour Development among Preschool Children: Effect of Peer Socialisation
Authors: Shavega Theresia J.
Published: February 2024

This study applied a systematic literature review to explore the influence of peer socialisation on prosocial behaviour among preschool children. Using Manual content analysis, 57 studies were identified; variables covered peer socialisation and prosocial behaviour. The study revealed that the majority of research focused on the role of parental and siblings' socialisation in the home context and teachers' socialisation in the school context and their influence on prosocial behaviours among young children. However, few studies focused on the influence of peer socialisation on children's prosocial behaviour in preschools. The main analyses were revealed to be regression and multilevel. Few studies linked attachment theory with socialisation and prosocial behaviour. This is the first study to explore the influence of peer socialisation on prosocial behaviour among preschool children in Tanzania. Since prosocial behaviour is a foundation of positive emotional development and individual well-being, this study recommends that preschool curriculum should consider peer socialisation as an important aspect in promoting prosocial behaviour. Teachers in preschools should be advised to design frameworks that can guide peer socialisation among children in a bid to enhance sustainable and prospective prosocial behaviour, which has a great influence on positive emotional development, positive social interaction, and cognitive development among young children in preschool contexts
The State of the Burundi's Post-Colonial Education System: Responsibility of the Former Coloniser or of the Local Politics and Governance?
Authors: Rukundo Jean Marie Vianney
Published: February 2024

This article has examined the current state of the Burundian education system by relating it to the contribution of the former coloniser and the action of Burundi's post-colonial politics and governance in a context where what goes wrong in the field is unofficially linked to colonial action and imperialist influence. Data was collected using the qualitative method through interviews with experts in the field of education, historians, teachers at all levels, professionals, parents, students, and officials of the ministry in charge of education. The processing, analysis and interpretation of the data followed the thematic approach, and the results were confronted with the existing literature to conclude that the educational system in post-colonial Burundi suffers from the decline of the language of instruction, the almost non-existence of critical thinking skills in the curricula as well as the almost non-existence of innovative problem-solving skills. Moreover, after more than 60 years of independence, it has been proven that Burundi has no reason to continue blaming the former coloniser for the difficulties that haunt this sector
الحديث الموضوع بداية ظهوره وسبب انتشاره عند أهل السنة والشيعة
Authors: Nur Kholis bin Kurdian  , Muhammad Nur Ihsan  , Ainun Nurhasanah
Published: February 2024

الحديث الموضوع هو المختلق المصنوع المكذوب المنسوب إلى رسول الله ﷺ. وهو نسبة شيئ مكذوب إليه صلى الله عليه وسلم. فنسبة شيء مكذوب إليه كنسبة شيئ مكذوب إلى الشرع، وإضافة إلى ذلك فإنه قد انتشر في وسط الناس كثير من الأحاديث الموضوعة، وهذا في غاية من الخطورة على الدين. وقد اختلفت آراء الطوائف في بداية ظهور الوضع، وسبب انتشاره بين الناس، لذا فإن بيان هذا الأمر من الأهمية بمكان. وهذا البحث المتواضع يحاول الكشف عن قول أهل السنة وقول الشيعة نحو إجابة السؤال التالي: متى كانت بداية ظهور الوضع في الحديث وما سبب انتشاره عند أهل السنة والشيعة؟. ومنهجنا فيه هو المنهج الاستقرائي والمقارنة، بحيث نتتبع آراء كل منهما من كتب وبحوث متعلقة بها ثم نقارن بينهما لمعرفة أوجه الشبه وأوجه الاختلاف بين رأييهما. والنتيجة التي توصلنا إليها أن من أوجه الشبه بين رأيهما: أن كل واحد منهما لا يرضى بوجود الوضع في الحديث النبوي في الظاهر، وأما من أوجه الاختلاف: أن بداية الوضع في الحديث عند أهل السنة والجماعة كانت بعد وفاة النبي ﷺ، وأما عند الشيعة فكان وقوعه في حياة النبي ﷺ. ومن أسباب انتشاره عند أهل السنة والجماعة هو الزندقة والإلحاد، و نصرة المذاهب والأهواء ، الترغيب في الخيرات والترهيب من فعل المنكرات مع الجهل، الأغراض الدنيوية. و بدون عمد أو خطأ. وأما سبب ذلك عند الشيعة فهو منع تدوين الحديث النبوي من قبل الصحابة في الصدر الأول كأبي بكر الصديق وعمر بن الخطاب رضي الله عنهما.
تأثير مستوى ثقة مجتمع الجاوى الشرقية وفهمهم على رغبة الناس في دفع الزكاة من خلال مؤسسات الزكاة في إندونيسيا: دراسة كمية تحليبية
Authors: Rohman Ghifary
Published: February 2024

تهدف هذه الدراسة إلى معرفة تأثير تأثير مستوى ثقة مجتمع الجاوى الشرقية وفهمهم على رغبة الناس في دفع الزكاة من خلال مؤسسات الزكاة في إندونيسيا. استخدم الباحث متغيرين لقياس مدى اهتمام مجتمع جاوى الشرقية بدفع الزكاة من خلال مؤسسة الزكاة، وهما: مستوى الثقة ومستوى فهم المجتمع. واعتمدت الدراسة المنهج الكمي والتحليل الإحصائي بتقنية الانحدار. وقد تم تحليل البيانات مستعينا ببرنامج SPSS 25. وتشير نتائج هذه الدراسة إلى أن مستوى الثقة وفهمهم يؤثر تأثيرا كبيرا ذوا دلالة إحصائية على رغبة الناس في دفع الزكاة من خلال مؤسسات الزكاة في جاوى الشرقية إندونيسيا.
PENYIMPANGAN SEKSUAL: LGBT PADA KELUARGA MUSLIM, FAKTOR, DAN SIKAP ISLAM
Authors: Ghufron Salma Nuha , Arifin Muhamad
Published: February 2024

LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Biseksual, dan Transgender) adalah salah satu fenomena sosial di masyarakat. Seiring dengan arus globalisasi dan perkembangan teknologi informasi yang begitu pesat, komunitas ini mulai menampakkan eksistensinya di Indonesia. Keberadaan komunitas ini memantik pro dan kontra di tengah masyarakat. Semula, mereka memilih untuk menyembunyikan identitasnya, namun seiring berjalannya waktu dan perubahan cara pandang masyarakat, komunitas ini sudah mulai berani mengekspos identitasnya dan menuntut pengakuan dari masyarakat. Perilaku komunitas ini tidak sejalan dengan ajaran agama Islam dan budaya masyarakat yang telah tertanam sedari dahulu kala. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada komunitas LGBT yang ada di Jakarta Selatan dari berbagai kalangan dan lapisan masyarakat yang bermacam-macam. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis faktor penyebab terjadinya penyimpangan seksual: LGBT, serta pandangan Islam dalam menyikapinya. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan jenis penelitian studi kasus. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa: (1) terdapat 4 faktor yang menyebabkan terjadinya penyimpangan seksual: LGBT, (2) faktor dominan yang menyebabkan penyimpangan seksual: LGBT ini adalah faktor menjadi korban pelecehan seksual, dan (3) pandangan Islam dalam menyikapi fenomena ini.
ASSESSING EFL SPEAKING BASED ON RECONSTRUCTED CAF MEASURES
Authors: ALSHALAN Dr. REEM FAHAD
Published: February 2024

In applied linguistics research, complexity, accuracy, and fluency (CAF) were based on the importance of task-based activities, task familiarity, communicative competence, or sociolinguistic factors. However, investigating CAF as an independent variable to assess language performance is controversial in research. Some studies found that language cannot be assessed in these dimensions alone since language is complex, changing, and dependent on many factors. Further research shed light on the importance of reconstructing these variables. The purpose aims to test the validity of a speaking assessment scheme based on previous research suggestions to reconstruct CAF measures by comparing it to the TOEFL speaking rubric. There were no statistical differences in the results of the participants in both assessment schemes. The implications are to further design valid assessment schemes based on reconstructed CAF measures, using an automated application that can transcribe and compute these measures instead of calculating them manually.
CASHLESS TRANSACTION THROUGH E-WALLET: ANALYSIS OF PERCEPTION AND USAGE INTENTION OF MICRO BUSINESS OWNERS IN CAVITE
Authors: I. SAQUIN MELONA , D. BOYBOY JOMARIE , D. CANON JOHN MARK , P. DELACRUZ LEALYN , O. DELACRUZ CHERRY ANN , P. DELACRUZ LEALYN , JR. R JORGE DANILO , O. MACALINAO MICO ANGELO
Published: February 2024

This study determined the perception and usage intention of micro-business owners in Cavite regarding cashless transactions through e-wallets. Hence, the study aimed to determine the business profile of micro business owners in Cavite in terms of the years of operation of their business and the estimated monthly income. Also, to determine the perception of the participants regarding cashless transactions through e-wallet in terms of accessibility, convenience, and security. Lastly, determine the usage intention of micro business owners in Cavite regarding cashless transactions through e-wallet. The study used descriptive statistics and quantitative research methods to understand and interpret the variables in this study. It presents some information regarding micro business owners and the analysis of the perception and usage intention of micro business owners who are not yet using e-wallets for their business transactions. The data were gathered from the responses of fifty (50) micro business owners in Cavite under retailing business from November 2023 to January 2024, and purposive sampling was used in selecting the participants from Cavite. As a result, the majority of the participants have been operating for 4 to 6 years. Most of them have an estimated monthly income ranging from Php 20,000 to Php 30,000. Furthermore, this study revealed that micro-business owners perceived that cashless transactions through ewallets are accessible, convenient, and secure. Hence, it was concluded that the microbusiness owners intend to use cashless transactions for business transactions.
EMPLOYEE ACCEPTABILITY ON GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES IN TANZA MUNICIPAL OFFICE: BASIS FOR AN ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
Authors: M. BANATE RITCH , G. CALUBAD JOVEN ERIKA , A. CATANGHAL RHONE CHERRIEMAI , D. DELA CRUZ CRYSTAL MAE , B. DELA CRUZ JOHN MICHAEL , R. MOJICA MARIANNE SHIELA MAE
Published: February 2024

The study focused on determining employee acceptability of gender and development practices in the Tanza Municipal Office. This also determined an enhancement program based on the results. It employed a descriptive research design using a survey questionnaire administered printed surveys and conducted face-to-face. For this study, the researcher used the purposive sampling technique to consider 100 permanent employees in the Tanza Municipal Office. Data were tabulated and analyzed using SPSS. Results show that the participants highly accepted the gender and development practices in terms of employee development. In terms of selection and recruitment, work arrangement, work assignment, compensation, employee benefits, and promotions, participants moderately accepted the gender and development practices in the Tanza Municipal office. The participants’ profiles did not significantly alter based on the results when it comes to employee acceptability on gender and development.
ENTREPRENEURIAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES AND BUSINESS SKILLS ENHANCEMENT OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION STUDENTS OF CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY- TANZA CAMPUS
Authors: M. BANATE RITCH , G. ADRALES SHAWN ASHLEY , R. BACLI SAMANTHA NICOLE , B. CANCEL RAVEN , V. GUARIN MARK ROLLYSON , V. SAGAL HONEYLIT
Published: February 2024

The study focused on determining the entrepreneurial development activities and their significant effect on business skills enhancement of business administration students of Cavite State University- Tanza Campus. This also determines the sex, age, and the number of attended entrepreneurial development activities. Moreover, it will determine the attended entrepreneurial development activities. It employed a descriptive research design using a survey questionnaire administered using Google Forms. For this study, the researchers used a total enumeration sampling technique to gather all 87 responses from third-year business administration students of Cavite State University- Tanza Campus. Data were tabulated and analyzed using SPSS. Results shows that entrepreneurial development activities have a high significant effect to the business skills enhancement of the students
LEVEL OF BUSINESS PRESENTATION SKILLS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION STUDENTS IN CAVITE STATE UNIVERSITY - TANZA CAMPUS: BASIS FOR OUTCOMES-BASED ACTIVITIES
Authors: M. BANATE RITCH , CARMINA ALCARAZ MA. CECILIA ABION MARIA , AEZIEL MIRANDA MA. LORIELYN FEDERICO , LESLIE MAE SUAREZ MAGDALENA ORDONEZ
Published: February 2024

The level of business presentation skills among business administration students is crucial for their success in the corporate world. This study aims to identify the level of business presentation skills of business administration students at Cavite State University - Tanza Campus and propose outcomes-based activities to enhance these skills. The research utilized a descriptive research design and gathered data from third and fourth-year business administration students through a questionnaire. Additionally, the age range of the majority of respondents was 18–32 years old, and 69 percent of the sample consisted of females. Third and fourth-year students were equally distributed among the year levels. The study also found that students demonstrated a satisfactory level of business presentation skills, including visual aidmaking skills, vocal skills, public speaking skills, persuasion skills, delivery skills, and audience engagement skills. Furthermore, the findings of this study are used for proposing outcomes-based activities tailored to enhance business presentation skills, thereby preparing students for future success in the field.
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE, SATISFACTION, AND LOYALTY ON HAPPY TUMMY RESTO BAR AND CATERING SERVICES IN IMUS, CAVITE: BASIS FOR PROPOSED RETENTION PLAN
Authors: V. OLANOSA ISHA MAE , F. ANASTACIO GIANE MIKAS , B. FABIAN DEBBIE ROSE , M. BELANDRES BERNADETTE , WEIL JOHN , T. BERBA  , B. NAVAJA ARNEL
Published: February 2024

The main objective of the study was to evaluate customer experiences and satisfaction with customer service, facility cleanliness, value for money, and food quality, as well as gauge customer loyalty at Happy Tummy Resto Bar and Catering Services. Following a comprehensive analysis of the collected data, the researchers concluded that customers have a very good experience with Happy Tummy. The findings also indicate that customers are satisfied with the establishment's customer service, facility cleanliness, value for money, and food quality. Furthermore, the study affirms that customers exhibit loyalty towards Happy Tummy. In addition, the objective of this research is to present a retention plan in which this plan emphasizes the importance of maintaining existing customer relationships. Understanding these aspects will enable Happy Tummy to tailor its strategies to meet specific customer needs and expectations.
IMPLEMENTATION OF THE TEACHING 6 CAMPUS PROGRAM IN AN EFFORT TO INCREASE LITERACY AND NUMERATION OF STUDENTS OF PRIMARY SCHOOL N SIRNA JAYA 04 BOGOR DISTRICT
Authors: CATUR PUTR FARA DIBA , M. Pd S.KM.
Published: February 2024

The aim of this campus teaching initiative is to improve the reading and numeracy skills of elementary education students. The results of the pretest show that the level of reading and numeracy skills of children at SD N Sinar Jaya 04, Bogor Regency, where they have been taught for six generations, is relatively low. The Sixth Generation Teaching Campus Program was implemented as an effort to overcome this problem. Using qualitative methodology and a case study focus, the researcher provides comprehensive knowledge about the implementation of the program in the classroom. The research subjects were class VI students at SD N Sinar Jaya 04, Bogor Regency, together with the instructor and principal. Information is collected through observation, interviews. Before and after program implementation, the success of the data obtained was assessed using qualitative analysis. These results indicate that extensive contact with students improves students' reading and comprehension skills. The average student score on test questions has increased, according to numeracy evaluation data. This includes things like parental support, creative teaching strategies such as project-based learning and technology integration, and the active participation of principals and teachers. The improvement of secondary school education has been positively impacted by this initiative. The Sixth Generation Campus Teaching Program at SD N Sinar Jaya 04 Bogor Regency has proven to be effective in improving students' literacy and numeracy skills. Parental support, creative teaching strategies, and teacher involvement all play a role in the success of this program. Learning strategy development will benefit from the above results. The implementation of this program is a useful example for overcoming difficult obstacles in the field of education.
THE POWER OF ONLINE REVIEWS: ANALYSIS OF CUSTOMERS’ PERCEPTION AND PURCHASING DECISIONS IN SKIN CARE PRODUCTS
Authors: B. REMOROSO CLAIRE
Published: February 2024

The research aimed to determine the customers' perception of online reviews, including its influence on their purchasing decisions for skin care products. Notably, the study seeks to determine the participants' sociodemographic profile about age, sex, marital status, level of education, and monthly income. It also seeks to determine how the participants think about the rating, credibility, and valence of online reviews of skin care products, as well as the impact of these reviews on the participants' decisions to buy skin care products. The study used descriptive research methods to describe the variables and to obtain information to describe the study. It analyzes the perception and purchasing decisions in online reviews for skincare products. The study's participants were chosen using convenience sampling, and data was gathered from 150 individuals. Most of the participants are 18-25 years old and females. Most of them are single and college undergraduates with 10,000 below earning monthly. The study also revealed that most participants had very high positive perceptions of online reviews of skincare products in terms of rating, credibility, and valence. Furthermore, the study indicates that online reviews highly influence online shoppers purchasing decisions for skin care products.
SOCIAL MEDIA PROMOTION TOWARDS CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT OF BELLA CHICA AT TANZA, CAVITE: BASIS FOR SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING ENHANCEMENT PLAN
Authors: M. MACALOOD GEL IVY , C LAUREL. AIRA JEAN , D. ITAY CATHLEN , B. FABIAN DEBBIE ROSE , R. AQUINO AARON , D. GALLEGO FRANCE
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to develop a social media marketing enhancement plan to broaden the audience and sustain consistent sales growth of Bella Chica. Leveraging various platforms, the research focused on fostering business development and expanding customer outreach in the dynamic social media environment. Employing statistical analysis, the study assessed the influence of social media promotion on customer engagements. The findings revealed that the participants slightly agree that they have positive perception about the Bella Chica's social media promotion. Meanwhile, interactivity and informativeness have a significant influence to customer engagement. However, attractiveness has no significant relationship was found to customer engagement.
AN ANALYSIS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD TEACHERS’ INVOLVEMENT IN COMPETENCE-BASED CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION IN KISUMU CENTRAL ZONE, KENYA
Authors: MBITHE MUENDO , ODHIAMBO Dr. JANET , KOWERU Dr. ROSE
Published: February 2024

This study analyzed early childhood teachers’ involvement in competence-based curriculum (CBC) implementation in Kisumu Central Zone, Kenya. Drawing on the stakeholder theory (Freeman, 1984), a descriptive research approach was utilized to assess 142 private and public teachers about their engagement in the implementation of CBC and the challenges experienced in the process. The results revealed that teachers were actively involved in CBC implementation and recognized its effectiveness. However, inadequate parental support, insufficient resources, and limited time for practical lessons presented hurdles. Recommendations include improvement in staffing, parent sensitization, emphasis on digital literacy, and communication enhancement. This study contributes insights on teacher involvement to inform CBC implementation and policy.
NOTHINGNESS OR NOT-SOMETHINGNESS: A PARADOX
Authors: CHAMETZKY BARRY
Published: February 2024

I have nothing. I do not have something. At first glance, these two sentences imply a lack; in colloquial speech, depending on the situation, the meanings of the two sentences may also be similar. However, the idea of nothing and something is an important subtlety that must be explained. What does the concept of nothing mean? And, does such a concept exist? Is nothing the opposite of something? These seemingly ontological, philosophical, and metaphysical questions are at the heart of everything we do, read, and say in life. To understand the idea of nothingness in a more nuanced perspective for readers and interlocutors, there is great value in unpacking these questions further. Thus, the objective of this research is to understand the idea of nothingness and what is not stated in a more nuanced perspective.
El Uso de Herramientas de Simulación para la Enseñanza de Asignaturas Teóricas en Educación Superior
Authors: Cortés Hernández Lizeth Dayane , Villarreal Solano Ariel Yezid , Hernández Camelo Glenn Elmer
Published: February 2024

Este artículo investigativo analizó el uso de herramientas de simulación en la enseñanza de asignaturas teóricas en el ámbito de la educación superior, El estudio se realizó específicamente en el programa de Tecnología en Electricidad Industrial de las Unidades Tecnológicas de Santander en Bucaramanga, Colombia. Se inicia con una revisión de antecedentes bibliográficos que validan el tema y se complementó con una encuesta realizada a la población del programa académico.  Con lo anterior se confirmó la necesidad de aplicar la simulación en ciertas asignaturas y mediante el análisis de estudios de mortalidad realizados en el programa, se detectó que la asignatura de circuitos eléctricos era la que más necesitaba de dicha intervención. Al final, estos hallazgos son utilizados para respaldar la importancia de desarrollar un nuevo modelo didáctico el cual será un trabajo doctoral a realizarse en la Universidad UMECIT de Panamá por parte de los autores.
Las Tic como Mediación Pedagógica en el Aula de Clase para todo Tipo de Docente
Authors: Espitia Sandoval Adriana , Sandoval Espitia Flor María
Published: February 2024

Esta investigación se realizó con el propósito de brindar una categorización de más de 150 herramientas de tecnologías de la información y la comunicación (TIC en adelante) gratuitas y de acceso Premium, a los docentes de Colombia que desean innovar sus prácticas académicas desde los diferentes momentos de una clase motivación, explicación, práctica y evaluación. En este estudio Se hizo un análisis de cien planeadores de clase realizados en el área de didáctica de la Licenciatura en Informática y Tecnología (LIT) de la Universidad Pedagógica y Tecnológica de Colombia (UPTC), sede Tunja-Boyacá. Estos planeadores fueron aplicados en instituciones educativas públicas de la región, en estudiantes de educación básica primaria y media. Las valoraciones de los docentes de los colegios hacia los practicantes fueron el referente para iniciar este estudio, ya que sus apreciaciones giraron en que las clases habían sido muy didácticas y creativas por el uso de las herramientas TIC que habían utilizado. Para la sistematización, filtros y categorización IC se utilizó el programa Excel semestre a semestre desde el año 2018 hasta el segundo semestre del año 2021. Dentro del análisis de resultados se obtuvieron categorizaciones de grupos de herramientas TIC, enunciados a continuación: formularios y encuestas, plataformas educativas, plataformas evaluativas, quizz, editores de fotos, editores de vídeo, libros y revistas digitales, mapas mentales, mapas conceptuales, histogramas, elaboración de historietas, cuentos, o narraciones, líneas de tiempo, modelado en 3D, diseño de recursos digitales en apps móviles, simuladores, presentaciones multimediales y convertidores. Tras el análisis de esta investigación y desde la experiencia en las micro prácticas en la asignatura de didáctica en Tecnología e Informática (DTI en adelante) de la UPTC se evidencia que las herramientas categorizadas en las tablas 1 y 2 Pueden ayudar en la agilización de la selección de una herramienta que más se adapte a cada clase y potenciar así las prácticas educativas en el aula de cualquier asignatura y nivel, incluyendo la educación superior. La categorización presentada facilita a los docentes identificar rápidamente opciones de TIC según el momento de la clase que se desee implementar (motivación, explicación, práctica o evaluación), eligiendo la que mejor se ajuste a sus necesidades. De esta forma, el catálogo de herramientas TIC categorizadas optimiza tiempos en la planeación de las actividades de enseñanza-aprendizaje, al brindar variedad de alternativas estudiadas en contextos reales de aplicación. Los docentes podrán seleccionar con mayor eficiencia las que impulsen sus prácticas áulicas cotidianas, fomentando la innovación en todos los niveles educativos, desde la básica primaria hasta la superior universitaria.
Determinación de Perfiles Profesionales Mediante Técnicas de Minería de Datos
Authors: Rodríguez Ojeda María José
Published: February 2024

Este artículo presenta la determinación de perfiles profesionales mediante técnicas de minería de datos enfocadas al sector educativo, estudio que busca servir de pauta en la toma de decisiones a nivel académico, profesional y como referente de investigación. Para ello se ha realizado el estudio de casos de éxito, recopilando herramientas como Rapid Miner que contiene los algoritmos y técnicas de minería de datos que permitan descubrir patrones o información oculta, seleccionadas en base a fuentes bibliográficas confiables e investigaciones continuas. El proceso tiene como base el análisis de las variables con enfoque cualitativo y cuantitativo más inﬂuyentes en el problema, que han determinado las fuentes de datos a utilizar en la busqueda de respuestas. En el desarrollo del proceso de minería, se aplicó la metodología CRISP-DM, la cual permite organizar el estudio mediante fases, sub fases y tareas la exploración de los datos, obteniendo modelos de datos que han sido evaluados y aplicados en un contexto real para seleccionar el más óptimo.
Principales Factores de Riesgo Asociados a la Mortalidad por Covid-19 en el Hospital General de Zona N° 2 Salina Cruz Oaxaca
Authors: Morga Flores José de Jesús , Rincón Peregrino Nallely , Castillo Jiménez Sugey Magdalena
Published: February 2024

Se han identificado como factores de riesgo de mortalidad para COVID-19, el sexo masculino y la edad mayor de 30 años. La OMS ha declarado que las enfermedades no transmisibles incrementan la gravedad en los casos de COVID-19, siendo las principales la enfermedad cardiovascular, la hipertensión arterial sistémica, enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica, la diabetes o el cáncer. Objetivo. Identificar los principales factores de riesgo asociados a la mortalidad por COVID-19 en el Hospital General de Zona N°2 “Francisco J. Macín Domínguez”. Material y métodos. Estudio observacional, retrospectivo, transversal que incluyó registros clínicos de las defunciones por COVID 19 del Hospital General de Zona con Medicina Familiar N° 2 de Salina Cruz Oaxaca del 01 de mayo del 2020 al 31 de mayo del 2021. Resultados. Fueron incluidos para su análisis un total de 179 pacientes. Se identificó una media de edad de 62.35±12.60 años e IMC de 31.56±7.81 kg/m2. La distribución por sexo reveló predominio de pacientes masculinos en 59.22% (n=106). Los factores de riesgo con mayor frecuencia fueron HAS en 56.98 (n=102), DM en 51.40% (n=92) y obesidad en 48.60% (n=87). Los factores de riesgo con menor frecuencia fueron dislipidemia con registro de un paciente (0.56%, tabaquismo en 6.15% (n=11) y alcoholismo en 11.73% (n=21). Conclusiones. Los principales factores de riesgo asociados a la mortalidad por COVID-19 fueron sexo masculino, HAS, DM2 y obesidad, pero solo de forma discreta y con hallazgos estadísticamente no significativos.
Atención Prenatal Durante la Pandemia Covid-19 y Anemia del Embarazo en un Hospital Público de Lima, 2021
Authors: Arcayo Palacios Jisela Del Pilar , Garay Flores Germán Vicente , Zarate Barrial Rosalia , Sulca Jordán Juan Manuel , Godinez Salazar Antonella del Rosario
Published: February 2024

El objetivo general de la investigación fue determinar si las atenciones prenatales que se dio durante la pandemia por Covid-19 tuvieron relación con anemia del embarazo en un hospital público de Lima, 2021. Se utilizó una metodología con enfoque cuantitativo, no experimental, descriptivo-correlacional-retrospectivo, hipotético – deductivo; se ejecutó un análisis documental de las historias clínicas perinatales de gestantes y se aplicó una ficha técnica de recolección de datos, tomando como muestra 192 historias clínicas de gestantes que acudieron a su control prenatal durante el periodo del 2021 y presentaron anemia del embarazo. Hallando en los resultados un nivel de significancia de 0.023 en la prueba estadística X2 de la variable número de atenciones prenatales y anemia de la gestación, demostrando que existe una relación significativa entre estas dos variables.
Las plataformas Virtuales Socioformativas como Herramientas de innovación en las Prácticas Educativas
Authors: Mounkoro Ismaila
Published: February 2024

En el presente artículo se analizó las Plataformas Virtuales Socioformativas cómo herramientas de innovación en las prácticas educativas, desde el enfoque de la motivación que experimentan con su uso alumnos de bachillerato; y si las consideran efectivas como recursos auxiliares en sus procesos de aprendizaje. Para cumplir con este objetivo, se desarrolló un estudio de caso en alumnos de 5to semestre de una institución educativa del sector privado. La investigación fue de tipo cuantitativo con un diseño descriptivo apoyado en un cuestionario con escala de Likert, el cual se validó con el coeficiente Alfa de Cronbach. El análisis de datos se hizo mediante el paquete STATS, dada la naturaleza descriptiva del diseño. Los resultados evidenciaron que la motivación que experimentaron los alumnos fue alta, así como su percepción de efectividad en cuanto al uso de las Plataformas Virtuales Socioformativas como apoyo en sus actividades académicas; por lo que se recomienda a docentes que tengan en cuenta su uso en el diseño de sus estrategias.
Identifikasi Komponen Harmonik di Selat Larantuka Berdasarkan Data Arus Time Series
Authors: Harmoko Faiza , Pranowo Widodo Setiyo , Malik Kurnia , Handoko Dadang
Published: February 2024

Selat Larantuka merupakan salah satu selat sempit yang menghubungkan antara Laut Flores dan Laut Sawu.  Perpindahan masa air dari Samudera Pasifik menuju Samudera Hindia, yang disebabkan oleh perbedaan ketinggian air laut berakibat arus dari Samudera Pasifik melintasi Selat Makasar menuju selatan, kemudian terbagi melewati selat-selat yang lebih kecil di perairan Bali hingga Nusa Tenggara Timur. Pola arus tersebut dipengaruhi keadaan perairan setempat yang dilewatinya, sehingga arus memiliki karakteristik yang unik pada  masing-masing tempat. Selat Larantuka yang terhubung dengan Laut Sawu dimana Laut Sawu berhubungan langsung dengan Samudera Hindia, sehingga fenomena oseanografi mempengaruhi karakter arus  di Selat Larantuka diantaranya adalah pasang surut dan internal wave yang terbentuk karena interaksi antara arus laut dalam yang berasal dari Samudera Hindia menuju Laut Flores melalui Laut Sawu dan Selat Larantuka . Arus pasut memiliki komponen harmonik seperti gaya pembangkitnya, namun terdapat perbedaan pada frekuensi dan fasa yang terbentuk. Komponen harmonik pasut dan arus pasut merupakan salah satu indikator      dalam penentuan karakteristik suatu perairan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memperoleh besaran komponen harmonik yang diturunkan dari arus di Selat Larantuka berdasarkan data survei Hidro Oseanografi Pushidrosal tahun 2019. Berdasarkan analisis harmonik pada studi ini  diketahui bahwa karakteristik arus di Selat Larantuka dipengaruhi komponen harmonik signifikan akibat pengaruh gerakan bulan antara lain M4 kecepatan 0.04 m/detik fase 125,24º dan M8 kecepatan 0,05 m/detik fase 293,61° sedangkan yang dipengaruhi interaksi antara gaya gravitasi bulan dan matahari di perairan dangkal adalah MS4 dengan kecepatan 0,035 meter/detik fase 176,05 °.
Exploring Journalists’ Intentions Towards Digital Mobile Technologies
Authors: Demuyakor Dr. John , Boye-Doe Zillah
Published: February 2024

In recent years, the use of digital mobile technologies for journalistic practice has gained much popularity among Ghanaian journalists. In this study, we explored three original Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) variables (perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and social influence) and two additional variables, (the cost of smartphones, and the cost of mobile data) to predict the relationship between the five variables, and journalists’ intention to use Digital Mobile Technologies (DMTs). A structured questionnaire was used to solicit data from 281 Ghanaian frontline journalists through an online survey.  The respondents were selected by purposive sampling. Structural Equation Modelling analysis of the data showed that, as the cost of smartphones, and the cost of mobile data increases, journalists’ intention to use technology decreases in Ghana. Thus, mobile data and the cost of smartphones had a negative relationship with journalists’ intention to use DMTs. The testing of perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and social influence, however, reported a positive relationship with the use intention. The findings from this study have implications for policy change on the reduction of the prices of both mobile data and smartphones to enhance the use of DMTs among journalists in Ghana. Also, the findings from this study could be considered a template for the proper regulation of the use of DMTs for enhanced practice of journalism in Ghana and other developing countries.
The Historical Developments of Musical Styles and their Functions in the Liturgy of the Methodist Church Ghana
Authors: Brewu John Kofi , Kquofi Steve , Adom Dickson , Amuah Joshua Alfred , Asante Eric Appau , Amankwa John Opuni
Published: February 2024

Music has played a fundamental role in the liturgical activities of the Methodist Church Ghana since its establishment. Thus, this study aimed to gain insight into the integration and significance of various musical genres including hymns, danceable songs, and praises and worship songs within the church’s liturgical practices. The primary objective of this study was to document the historical development of these forms and clarify their functional significance in religious worship, taking into account the wider socio-cultural environment of the Ghanaian population. This study utilized a methodological approach that involved the use of direct observations and qualitative interviews. Primary data was collected from 28 participants sampled from chapels located in three regions of Ghana. The primary data was further enhanced by conducting a complete literature review, which included reputable sources relevant to the topic. The findings emphasized the customized musical choices influenced by profound philosophical principles that inform the selection of each musical style for certain liturgical occasions. The research concludes by suggesting that church leaders should take an active role in communicating the importance of these musical traditions to the congregation, assuring their comprehension and continued relevance in worship services.

Keywords: Hymns, Praise and Worship songs, Danceable tunes, Choristers, Liturgy, Worship Service, the Methodist Church Ghana.
The Akan Indigenous Concepts of Religion and Nyame (the Supreme Deity) and the Promotion of Inter-religious Relations in Ghana
Authors: Sarbah Cosmas Ebo , Adjei Manson Anane
Published: February 2024

This paper in revealing that the adoption of foreign religions has not eradicated the lingering influence of indigenous spiritual and religious values, explores the coexistence of Christianity, Islam, and indigenous Akan religious values among the Akan people. The study, employing a mixed-methodological approach, including interviews with three respondents and ten focus group discussions in Ghana’s Central Region, delved into the Akan conception of religion as a prevailing system. It highlighted the Supreme Deity’s role as the Great Ancestor, emphasizing how these concepts foster apathy towards religious differences and cultivate a trans-religious attitude among the Akan people. The findings suggest that Akan’s general indifference to religious disparities not only contributes to a tolerant society but also potentially serves as a model for interreligious harmony. This resilience is evident in the face of efforts by some Christians and Muslims to discourage trans-religious practices among the Akan. This showcases the enduring nature of Akan inclusivity in matters of religion.

Keywords: Akan, Indigenous Religions, Christianity, Islam, Interreligious Encounters, Dialogue
A VARIATIONAL FORMULATION GOVERNED BY TWO BIPOTENTIALS FOR A FRICTIONLESS CONTACT MODEL
Authors: Matei Andaluzia , Osiceanu Madalina
Published: February 2024

We consider a frictionless contact model whose constitutive law and contact condition are described by means of subdifferential inclusions. For this model, we deliver a variational formulation based on two bipotentials. Our formulation envisages the computation of a three-field unknown consisting of the displacement vector, the stress tensor and the normal stress on the contact zone, the contact being described by a generalized Winkler condition. Subsequently, we obtain existence and uniqueness results. Some properties of the solution are also discussed, focusing on the data dependence.
THE MODERATING ROLE OF ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GREEN SUPPLY CHAIN PRACTICES, GOVERNANCE AND SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC PERFORMANCE: EVIDENCE FROM CHINA
Authors: Zhang YunQian
Published: February 2024

Recently, sustainable economic performance (SEP) has been the foremost requirement due to uncertainty of the economy and environment. This issue needs best practices and governance and also needs researchers’ focus. Thereby, the paper aims to assess green supply chain (SC) practices, green SC governance and their role in the achievement of SEP in the manufacturing sector of China. The paper also attempts to explore the moderating effect of organizational support in proposed framework. PLS-SEM model was employed to test model’s reliability and validity. The very same method has applied to test the linkage among outlined constructs. Obtained results confirms the moderating impact of organizational support among traditional governance, relational governance and the achievement of SEP in the manufacturing industry in China. This article provides guidelines to the regulators in developing policies related to the achievement of SEP using green SC practices and governance.
Atlas Florae Europaeae notes, 34. Distributions and two conservation profiles of East European species of the Cytisus ratisbonensis group (Fabaceae)
Authors: Sennikov Alexander , Tikhomirov Valery
Published: February 2024

The Cytisus ratisbonensis group (Fabaceae) includes small shrubs with attractive yellow flowers, used in ornamental cultivation. It is widely distributed in southern forest, forest steppe and steppe zones of Eastern Europe, both in the lowlands and low mountains. This group is notorious for its taxonomic complexity and difficulties in identification, which accounted for incongruent taxonomic treatments and common identification errors, and resulted in a poor understanding of the distribution areas. The increasing availability of herbarium collections and accumulation of human observations through digital resources require their critical taxonomic revision and update in order to provide reliable data for plant species mapping, conservation and analysis of distribution areas.

This paper describes a distributional dataset of East European species of the Cytisus ratisbonensis group, which was prepared for the pan-European grid mapping project, Atlas Florae Europaeae. The taxonomic revision includes seven species and two interspecific hybrids and is based on the critical evaluation of diagnostic characters, nomenclature and synonymy. The territorial scope of this study is Eastern Europe, but it also includes some data from Central Europe, the Caucasus and the neighbouring territories of Siberia and Kazakhstan, which are included in order to trace eastern and south-eastern limits of the species distributions and to establish reliable synonymy. We report 3699 native occurrence records included in the dataset; these records are based on major herbarium collections which are known to hold specimens from Eastern Europe (DNZ, KRA, KRAM, KW, LE, LW, LWKS, MHA, MSK, MSKH, MSKU, MW), complemented by selected specimens from other herbaria (BUNS, CSAU, H, NNSU, NS, NSK, OXF, PVB, RWBG, TUL). The herbarium collections were examined largely de visu, but partly online. Besides the herbarium specimens, recognisable photographs documenting human observations on online platforms (florafauna.by, iNaturalist, Plantarium, UkrBIN) were also examined and included. All specimen records are accompanied with textual data and georeferences, which were produced for this dataset. Point and contour distribution maps are created for each accepted species. According to the distributional data, the Cytisus ratisbonensis group may be classified as temperate lowland and steppic in Eastern Europe. Among European endemic shrubs, C. cinereus (as C. paczoskii) was assessed in 2017 as Near Threatened, whereas its new IUCN protection status is proposed as Least Concern because the new data demonstrated that its distribution area is much greater than previously believed. A species restricted to the Crimea, C. wulffii, is assessed here for the first time as Vulnerable because of its restricted area and small population size (criteria D1,2).
The first record of Hemineura wittmeri Badonnel, 1981 (Psocodea, Psocomorpha, Elipsocidae) from the Caucasus
Authors: Seropian Armen , Bulbulashvili Natalia
Published: February 2024

The second psocid species of the genus Hemineura Tetens, 1891, namely H. wittmeri Badonnel, 1981, is recorded from the Caucasus region for the first time based on several female and male specimens collected in the Shida Kartli region of Georgia. Collecting data are given along with diagnostic illustrations of the preserved specimens.