bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Re-Evaluation of the Normal Range of Serum Total CO2 Concentration
Authors: Kraut Jeffrey A. , Madias Nicolaos E.
Published: January 2018

A reliable determination of blood pH, PCO2, and [HCO3
−] is necessary for assessing the acid-base status of a patient. However, most acid-base disorders are first recognized through abnormalities in serum total CO2 concentration ([TCO2]) in venous blood, a surrogate for [HCO3
−]. In screening patients on the basis of serum [TCO2], we have been concerned about the wide limits of normal for serum [TCO2], 10–13 mEq/L, reported by many clinical laboratories. Indeed, we have encountered patients with serum [TCO2] values within the lower or upper end of the normal range of the reporting laboratory, who subsequently were shown to have a cardinal acid-base disorder.

Here, we present a patient who had a serum [TCO2] within the lower end of the normal range of the clinical laboratory, which resulted in delayed diagnosis of a clinically important “hidden” acid-base disorder. To better define the appropriate limits of normal for serum [TCO2], we derived the expected normal range in peripheral venous blood in adults at sea level from carefully conducted acid-base studies. We then compared this range, 23 to 30 mEq/L, to that reported by 64 clinical laboratories, 2 large commercial clinical laboratories, and the major textbook of clinical chemistry. For the most part, the range in the laboratories we queried was substantially different than that we derived and that published in the textbook, with some laboratories reporting values as low as 18–20 mEq/L and as high as 33–35 mEq/L. We conclude that the limits of values of serum [TCO2] reported by clinical laboratories are very often inordinately wide and not consistent with the range of normal expected in healthy individuals at sea level. We suggest that the limits of normal of serum [TCO2] at sea level be tightened to 23–30 mEq/L. Such correction will ensure recognition of the majority of “hidden” acid-base disorders.
Educational Knowledge Brokerage and Mobilization: The Marshall Memo Case
Authors: Malin Joel R. , Paralkar Vijay Keshaorao
Published: January 2018

The importance of intermediation between communities primarily engaged in research production and those primarily engaged in practice is increasingly acknowledged, yet our understanding of the nature and influence of this work in education remains limited. Accordingly, this study utilizes case study methodology and aspires to understand the activities and signature product (the Marshall Memo) of a particularly influential mediator of current educational research, news, and ideas: Mr. Kim Marshall. The article also examines the memo’s meaning to subscribing educators. Data analyses suggest subscribers greatly appreciate several aspects of the memo, which was found to draw from a wide range of source material that varies in terms of its research centredness and its practical implications.
PIV measurements of the transient flow structure in the tip region of a transonic compressor near stability limit
Authors: Brandstetter Christoph , Schiffer Heinz-Peter
Published: January 2018

The flow structures in an axial compressor that lead to short-length scale stall inception are investigated using optical measurements in a high-speed one and a half stage compressor. During transient throttling procedures, velocity was measured in a tangential plane at 92% channel height, intersecting the tip leakage vortex. The results show large scale disturbances of the secondary flow structure, which results from unsteady breakdown of the tip leakage vortex. It was possible to resolve spill forward several revolutions before the occurrence of rotating stall. This effect leads to local flow separations on the blade suction side and the development of radial vortex structures. The vortices are transported to the adjacent blade and cause further separations. Both effects are described in literature but were measured directly for the first time in a transonic compressor in this investigation. They are visualized for several time steps during transient throttling maneuvers and compared to blade vibration amplitudes. During the final phase before rotating stall occurs, asynchronous blade vibrations correlate with axial velocity in the region around the blade leading edge.
O ARTEFATO IRREDUTÍVEL
Authors: Secomandi Fernando
Published: January 2018

O ideal da transparência no design de interfaces é questionado com base em estudos pós-fenomenológicos no campo da filosofia da tecnologia. Argumenta-se que tecnologias estabelecem diversos tipos de relação com usuários sem nunca se tornarem completamente transparente à experiência humana. Um estudo do iPhone dá suporte empírico à análise.
Institutional Investors and CEO Pay Performance in Malaysian Firms
Authors: Ming Tee Chwee , Foo Yee-Boon , Gul Ferdinand A. , Majid Abdul
Published: January 2018

This study uses Malaysian data to examine whether institutional investors affect the association between firm performance and CEO compensation. Overall, we find that total institutional investor ownership has a negative effect on the positive association between firm performance and CEO compensation, which suggests ineffective monitoring. When the institutional investors are categorized into local and foreign, we find that the negative effect is driven by local institutional ownership, consistent with the argument that foreign institutional investors are associated with better monitoring. Our results provide new insights on the association between institutional investors and the CEO compensation-firm performance relationship in an emerging economy.

JEL Classifications: G34; J33.
Povos tradicionais e manejo de recursos naturais: valores socioambientais das comunidades ao entorno da Reserva Estadual de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Veredas do Acari – Minas Gerais/Brasil
Authors: Mourão Nadja Maria , Engler Rita de Castro , Maciel Rosilene Conceição
Published: January 2018

Este trabalho busca investigar os aspectos dos povos tradicionais e manejo dos recursos naturais, em função dos valores socioambientais, das comunidades ao entorno da Reserva Estadual de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Veredas do Acari, em função do artesanato. Para tanto, utiliza-se a metodologia da pesquisa-ação, por meio da realização de oficina de Design, Identidade e Cultura. Acredita-se que o design social pode contribuir com o desenvolvimento sustentável na região. A Reserva Ambiental do Acari garante a subsistência e área de vegetação, que são recursos, para as comunidades próximas à região. A comunidade deve ser orientada sobre os métodos adequados para a extração de materiais e sobre como evitar incêndios, valorizando a biodiversidade local. Em visitas técnicas, foram identificados alguns costumes relacionados com as tradições e atividades culturais. Observaram-se quais os conhecimentos de produção artesanal e conceitos sociais, culturais e ambientais, que configuram em vínculo com a produção artesanal. O material didático, para execução de oficinas, foi preparado com a participação das lideranças comunitárias. Verificou-se a compatibilidade com a realidade local, oferecendo conteúdos que pudessem auxiliar no desenvolvimento dos produtos artesanais. As atividades de reconhecimento das riquezas materiais e imateriais, desenvolvidas durante as oficinas de design, estimularam a valorização do contexto histórico e das tradições locais. Foram executadas análises sobre as riquezas culturais, e o reconhecimento do legado deixado pelos antepassados, em atividades artesanais, repassadas entre as gerações.
Produtos artesanais de identidade territorial: o desenvolvimento do patrimônio natural e cultural na comunidade Mocambeiro - Brasil
Authors: Engler Rita de Castro , Mourão Nadja Maria , Carvalho Marília de Fátima Dutra de Ávila , Maciel Rosilene Conceição
Published: January 2018

Este trabalho apresenta parte dos resultados da pesquisa extensionista realizada na comunidade Mocambeiro, Matozinhos, Minas Gerais, entre 2015 e 2016, cidade em que o CEDTec, Centro de Estudos em Design e Tecnologia, promoveu oficinas de produtos artesanais de identidade territorial, inspirados nas figurações rupestres das grutas, abrigos e cavernas pré-históricas, ali existentes. A proposta busca valorizar o trabalho de produção artesanal da população local, principalmente as donas de casa, buscando ligação com a arte e o design. Realiza-se a contextualização dos símbolos do patrimônio arqueológico da região cárstica da APA (Área de Proteção Ambiental) de Lagoa Santa. A memória cultural, história e patrimônio arqueológico são abordados, através das oficinas de educação e arte, em um ambiente de troca, aprendizado e aperfeiçoamento para novas atividades, que estimulem a geração de renda e o empreendedorismo. Os procedimentos para a execução do projeto se dividem em três etapas: estudos para elaboração de oficinas e desenvolvimento de produtos, utilizando os materiais que possam ser encontrados na região de Matozinhos; desenvolvimento de oficinas para a comunidade de Mocambeiro e avaliação das atividades; desenvolvimento de produtos, a partir dos resultados, destinados a servirem se suporte para a continuidade do projeto, valendo-se da identidade local. Foi verificada a possibilidade de produção criativa e novas áreas de atuação do design nas comunidades artesãs, práticas indispensáveis à construção de valorização do artesanato local, atual e do futuro.
Globalização por Caminhões
Authors: Souza Tayna Tagliati
Published: January 2018

Esse trabalho é uma etnografia produzida com caminhoneiros, cujo objetivo contempla compreender como aspectos da cultura de trabalho dos motoristas se relacionam com a globalização, bem como dar voz à esses profissionais. Assim, em um período de quatro meses foram conduzidas entrevistas semiestruturadas com sete motoristas, quatro deles em ambiente de trabalho e três em ambientes de lazer ou descanso. Todas as entrevistas aconteceram na cidade de Florianópolis, entre 2015 e 2016. A partir da pesquisa, constatou-se que existe uma forte distinção entre motoristas autônomos e empregados, e que não seria possível realizar um trabalho sobre caminhoneiros sem levar em consideração tal distinção. Também ficou evidenciado que os motoristas rodoviários se entendem como executores de uma dinâmica de fluxos, e que sua profissão é imprescindível para manter ativo o status da globalização. Além disso, uma das principais características  do processo globalizador, a compressão tempo-espaço, assume um sentido contrário à saúde e boa qualidade de vida para os caminhoneiros. Por fim, ao atravessar fronteiras de Estados, os profissionais também atravessam fronteiras morais e legais. Na mesma fração de hora podem percorrer o status de fretistas competentes ao status de contrabandistas imorais.
Maybe, maybe not: Probabilistic reasoning in preschool period
Authors: Ergül Ayşegül
Published: January 2018

Probabilistic reasoning needs careful consideration for the development of the child’s ability to interrogate and predict the likelihood based on the findings from the evaluation of various situations or events. Children, hence, will begin to experience metacognitive skills such as considering different causes and effects, decision-making and interpreting. This study aims to explore the probabilistic reasoning skills of preschool children according to the influential variables of gender and age. Typically developing 123 children who are enrolled in the city-centre preschools in Ankara constitute the study group. In the study, five questions were asked in the probability section of the Evaluation Instrument for the Early Mathematical Reasoning Skills developed by Ergül (2014) were posed to identify the probabilistic reasoning skills of the children. Each child was treated individually to gather detailed findings. Children’s explanations to the probability questions were evaluated in detail through the use of rubrics. Findings reveal that girls and boys do not differ significantly in their probabilistic reasoning skills; but, in line with the recent literature, these skills improve as they grow up.
Studi Siklus Waktu Proses Muat Angkut Tebu Secara Mekanis di PG. Jatitujuh, Majalengka, Jawa Barat
Authors: Thoriq Ahmad , Sugandi Wahyu Kristian , Sampurno Rizky Mulya , Aji Reza Permana
Published: January 2018

Proses muat-angkut tebu secara mekanis meliputi pemuatan tebu menggunakan grab loader dan pengangkutan tebu menggunakan truk atau trailer yang digandengkan dengan traktor roda empat.  Untuk meningkatkan produktivitas kerja pengangkutan tebu, perlu dikaji metode dan cara kerjanya melalui studi terhadap waktu. Penelitian ini bertujuan melakukan analisis siklus waktu proses pengangkutan tebu secara mekanis. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan beberapa cara yaitu merekam proses muat-angkut menggunakan kamera digital, dan pengukuran langsung. Perhitungan cycle time dilakukan dengan menghitung waktu setiap tahap mulai dari waktu muat, waktu perjalanan dari lahan ke pabrik, waktu bongkar dan waktu perjalanan dari pabrik ke lahan.  Jarak lokasi ke pabrik dibagi menjadi tiga yaitu jarak A (0-5 km), jarak B (5-10 km) dan jarak C (10-15 km). Kendaraan angkut (transporter) yang diamati berjumlah 5 unit dengan jenis yang berbeda-beda untuk setiap jarak. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan rata-rata siklus waktu pengangkutan tebu pada jarak A sebesar 4202,95 detik dengan waktu normal sebesar 1859,40 detik, pada jarak B sebesar 4995,10 detik dengan waktu normal sebesar  3832,92 detik dan pada jarak C sebesar 8332,27 detik dengan waktu normal sebesar 7402,32 detik. Kata kunci : siklus waktu, pengangkutan tebu, grab loader, trailer
Uji Aktivitas Antijamur pada Minyak Nilam Hasil Destilasi dan Fraksinasi Terhadap Jamur C. albicans dan T. mentagrophytes
Authors: Setyaningrum Prisilia Ratna , Nurjanah Sarifah , Widyasanti Asri , Zain Sudaryanto
Published: January 2018

Senyawa patchouli alcohol (PA) pada minyak nilam diduga memiliki fungsi sebagai agen antijamur. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh fraksinasi pada aktivitas antijamur miyak nilam. Minyak nilam yang diujikan: minyak nilam tanpa fraksinasi (100; Kadar PA: 35,28%), minyak nilam fraksi 2 (F2; Kadar PA: 25,62%), minyak nilam fraksi 7 (F7; Kadar PA: 34,86%), dan minyak nilam fraksi 8 (F8; Kadar PA: 54,59%). Minyak nilam ini diujikan pada Candida albicans dan Trichophyton mentagrophytes. Penelitian eksperimental ini dilakukan dengan metode difusi agar yang diulang sebanyak 3 kali. Hasil kemudian dianalisis dengan Rancangan Acak Lengkap Faktorial dan diuji lanjut dengan Uji Dunnet dan Uji Duncan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan keempat jenis minyak nilam memiliki aktivitas antijamur terhadap kedua jenis jamur. Pada jamur C. albicans, DDH (diameter daya hambat) terluas pada ukuran 9,24 mm (F8) dan DDH terkecil senilai 5,89 mm (F2). Pada jamur T. mentagrophytes, DDH terluasnya adalah 7,70 mm (F8). DDH terkecilnya senilai 6,18 mm (F2). Dari hasil dapat dilihat bahwa fraksinasi minyak memengaruhi aktivitas antijamur, dimana ukuran DDH yang dihasilkan berbanding lurus dengan kadar patchouli alcohol dari minyak tersebut. Sehingga, minyak nilam dengan aktivitas antijamur terbaik adalah minyak nilam dengan kadar PA tertinggi, yaitu minyak nilam fraksi 8.Kata kunci : antijamur, fraksinasi, minyak nilam, patchouli alcohol.
The Application of Experential Learning Model to Increase Students’ Comprehension in the Subject Material of Light and Its Properties
Authors: Hariri Citra Apriovilita , Yayuk Erna
Published: January 2018

The research purposes are to: (1) find out the application of Experiental Learning Model to improve the science understanding for Light and Its Properties subject material of fifth grade students in Temuguruh 1 Elementary School, and (2) increase the understanding of learning science through experiential learning model of fifth students I Temuguruh-Banyuwangi Elementary School. This study uses qualitative and quantitative research that applies classroom action. The research subjects are 19 fifth grade students which consists of 10 female and 9 male students. This research was conducted on March 13-25, 2017 in two cycles and each cycle contained two meetings. The data was collected by observation, interview, field notes, documentation, and test. The data analysis technique was done both in qualitative and quantitative analysis. The result of this research shows (1) the application of Experiential Learning Model in 4 phases, which are: the concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conseptualisation, and active experimental that makes students to be more confident in delivering their opinion based on the observation that they have conducted; (2) science learning comprehension of student is improving through the application of Experiental Learning Model, it is proven by the increase average score in class from 72,2 became 73,4 in the first cycle and 79,6 in the second cycle. From 19 students in fifth grade, only 9 students passed the minimum standart of competency achievement of 47,4% (deficient). It changed from 11 students or 57,8% (satisfactory) in first cycle to 15 students or 78,9% (good) in second cycle.
BIBLIO COUNSELING TO REDUCE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF STUDENT academic procrastination FORCE OF GUIDANCE AND COUNSELING
Authors: Prakoso Erik Teguh , Kristianti Wida Reni
Published: January 2018

Academic Procrastination is a manifestation form of avoidance in a task that should be done by an individual. Procrastinator deliberately to delay the work or tasks that should be solved. Thus procrastination is delay work on an employment or assignment that is done deliberately.This study uses a quantitative approach to design Quasi Experiment patterns pretest and posttest Group.The subjects in this study is the Student Guidance and Counseling Program 2015 University Kanjuruhan Malang forces amounting to 5 students. The research instrument uses a scale of academic procrastination. Data analysis technique used is statistically using SPSS 22:00 for windows.The results showed that based on the analysis of different test Wilcoxon between pretest and posttest generate value significant (two-tailed) <0.05 is 0.043, which means the provision of treatment through counseling biblio effective to reduce the level of student academic procrastination. Based on the results of data presentation can be concluded that the study subjects experienced the difference after the treatment is done, so it can be said that the biblio effective counseling to reduce the level of academic procrastination. Keywords: Academic Procrastination, Biblio counseling
Upaya Meningkatkan Efektivitas Pembelajaran Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan melalui Metode Diskusi
Authors: Jamalong Ahmad , -- Indajati
Published: January 2018

The purpose of this research is to analyze the effectiveness of student learningÂ by using group discussion method. This research was conducted in seventh grade studentÂ of SMPN 1 Sungai Kunyit, Pontianak Regency, in the academic year of 2013/2014 by usingÂ classroom action research. The research subjects were the grade seven students thatÂ consisted of 31 students chosen by using random sampling. The data were collected byÂ using test and the action was applied by using classroom action research. The action wasÂ applied in 3 cycles on â€œhistory of Indonesia Independenceâ€. Every cycle consisted of fourÂ stages namely planning, action, observation and reflection. The finding of this researchÂ indicated that before conducting the action, there had not been any student who achievedÂ the minimum mastery level. After conducting the first action, the studentsâ€™ learning wasÂ recorded for 58.50. In second implementation of the action, the score increased to 67.09.Â After the implementation of cycle 3, the score again increased to 76.93 that exceeded theÂ minimum completion criteria that had been determined by school or civic education subject.Â This research concludes that the application of Group Discussion Method in civic educationÂ in SMPN 1 Sungai Kunyit improves the studentsâ€™ learning outcome.ABSTRAKÂ Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis efektivitas hasil belajar siswa denganÂ menggunakan sebuah diskusi kelompok. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada kelas VII di SMPN 1Â Sungai Kunyit Kabupaten Pontianak tahun pelajaran 2013/2014 dengan menggunakanÂ metode penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK). Subjek penelitian sebanyak 31 siswa kelas VIIÂ yang dipilih secara random sampling. Data dikumpulkan dengan tes, kemudian dilakukanÂ tindakan menggunakan penelitian tindakan kelas. Tindakan penelitian dilakukan sebanyakÂ 3 siklus dengan materi sejarah perkembangan proklamasi kemerdekaan. Setiap siklus terdiriÂ dari empat tahap yaitu perencanaan, tindakan, observasi, dan refleksi. Hasil penelitianÂ menunjukkan bahwa hasil belajar siswa sebelum dilakukan tindakan tidak ada satu siswaÂ yang mencapai tingkat ketuntasan. Setelah dilaksanakan tindakan pada siklus 1, belumÂ terjadi peningkatan hasil belajar menggunakan metode diskusi kelompok. Pada pelaksanaanÂ siklus 2, terjadi peningkatan dan hasil pelaksanaan siklus 3 terjadi peningkatan yang sangatÂ signifikan dan melampaui kriteria ketuntasan minimum (KKM) yang ditetapkan oleh sekolahÂ atau mata pelajaran PKn. Simpulan penelitian ini bahwa dengan diterapkannya metode diskusi kelompok dalam pembelajaran Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan (PKn) di SMPN 1 SungaiÂ Kunyit Pontianak dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar pada siswa.
Efikasi Diri dan Kreativitas Menciptakan Inovasi Guru
Authors: Khayati Nur , Sarjana Sri
Published: January 2018

The objective of this research is to determine the influence of self efficacy and creativity on innovation. This research was conducted at the State Senior High school inÂ North Cikarang Subdistrict, Bekasi district, using a survey method with path analysisÂ technique. Research samples were selected using random sampling technique andÂ consisted of as many as 123 teachers. The research revealed the following: 1) self efficacyÂ has a positive and direct effect on teacher innovation, 2) creativity also has a positive andÂ direct effect on teacher innovation, and 3) self efficacy has a positive and direct effect onÂ teacher creativity. The conclusion of this research is that innovation can be improved byÂ fostering self efficacy and creativity.Â ABSTRAKÂ Tujuan penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui pengaruh efikasi diri guru, dan kreativitas guru terhadap inovasi guru serta efikasi diri terhadap kreativitas guru dalam pembelajaran di sekolah. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan di SMA Negeri di Kecamatan Cikarang Utara Kabupaten Bekasi. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei dengan teknik analisis jalur. Sampel penelitian sebanyak 123 guru yang dipilih menggunakan teknik acak sederhana. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: 1) efikasi diri memiliki pengaruh langsung positif terhadap inovasi guru; 2) kreativitas berpengaruh langsung positif terhadap inovasi guru; dan 3) efikasi diri berpengaruh langsung positif terhadap kreativitas guru. Simpulan dalam penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa inovasi guru dalam pembelajaran di sekolah dapat ditingkatkan melalui efikasi diri dan kreativitas.
Faktor-Faktor yang Berpengaruh Terhadap Aksesibilitas Memperoleh Pendidikan untuk Anak-Anak di Indonesia
Authors: Perdana Novrian Satria
Published: January 2018

The purpose of this study is to determine the factors that influence the accessibilityÂ of education for children in Indonesia. This research used SUSENAS data from 2014 andÂ 372,142 children aged 7-18 years as the unit of analysis. This research used the logitÂ regression method with data processing software STATA 13. After using STATA 13 to processÂ data from 372,142 children, the study revealed the following result: Prob> chi2 = 0.0000,Â which indicates that the model tested in this research is correctly classified with a value ofÂ 89.93 percent. Thus, this model is able to predict childrenâ€™s access to education. Further,Â the dependent variable can be influenced by the independent variables as much as 89.93Â percent. It can be concluded that factors positively affecting childrenâ€™s access to educationÂ in Indonesia are as follows: being female and living in an urban area, having a mother whoÂ achieved higher educational levels, living in closer proximity to school, having parents whoÂ are married at a productive age, belonging to a household with a higher income per capitaÂ and belonging to a household containing a smaller number of members.ABSTRAKÂ Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengkaji faktor-faktor yang berpengaruh terhadap aksesibilitas memperoleh pendidikan bagi anak-anak di Indonesia. Penelitian ini menggunakan data SUSENAS 2014 dengan unit analisis anak berusia 7-18 tahun, jumlah responden sebanyak 372.142 anak. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode regresi logit dengan software pengolah data STATA 13. Setelah dilakukan olah data dengan menggunakan software STATA 13 dari 372.142 anak diperoleh Prob>chi2 =0.0000, artinya bahwa model yang diujikan dalam penelitian ini signifikan dengan nilai correctly classified sebesar 89,93 persen. Dengan demikian, model ini mampu memprediksi aksesibilitas anak memperoleh pendidikan serta variabel terikatnya dapat dipengaruhi oleh variabel-variabel bebasnya sebesar 89,93 persen. Dapat disimpulkan bahwa anak perempuan yang bertempat tinggal di perkotaan, latar belakang pendidikan Ibu yang semakin tinggi, jarak ke sekolah yang dekat, orang tua yang menikah di usia produktif, semakin besarnya pendapatan per kapita rumah tangga, dan semakin sedikitnya jumlah anggota rumah tangga merupakan faktorfaktor yang berpengaruh terhadap aksesibilitas memperoleh pendidikan bagi anak-anak di Indonesia.
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Inkuiri Terbimbing Berbasis Eksperimen Riil dan Laboratorium Virtual terhadap Hasil Belajar Fisika Siswa
Authors: Simbolon Dedi Holden , -- Sahyar
Published: January 2018

This study aims to analyze the difference of learning outcomes between studentswho were taught physics using guided inquiry-based learning model experiments with realÂ and virtual laboratory learning model compare to Instruction Direct Instruction (DI).ThisÂ study was a quasi-experimental. The study population was students of class XI-IPA MethodistÂ 1 High School Medan of the school year 2012/2013. Sampling technique using a clusterÂ random sampling consisting of two classes with a total sample of 76 students. The dataÂ analysis performed by Two Way Anova. The results obtained that there are significantÂ difference between the results of studying physics students taught using guided inquiryÂ learning model based on real and virtual laboratory experimentation and students taughtÂ using direct learning model. It can be concluded that the Guided Inquiry learning modelÂ based on real and virtual laboratory experiments is better than direct instructional model inÂ improving student learning outcomes physics. There is a significant interaction betweenÂ guided inquiry learning model based on real and virtual laboratory experiments and directÂ instructional model regarding the level of activity of the physics studentsâ€™ learning outcomes.ABSTRAKÂ Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis perbedaan antara hasil belajar fisika siswa yang diajar dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran inkuiri terbimbing berbasis eksperimen riil dan laboratorium virtual dibandingkan dengan model pembelajaran Direct Instrusction (DI). Penelitian ini bersifat eksperimen semu (quasi experiment). Populasi penelitian adalah siswa kelas XI-IPA SMA Methodist 1 Medan tahun pelajaran 2012/ 2013.Teknik pengambilan sampel dengan menggunakan cluster random sampling yang terdiri atas dua kelas dengan jumlah sampel seluruhnya 76 orang siswa. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisis variansi dua arah. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh bahwa terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara hasil belajar fisika siswa yang diajar dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran inkuiri terbimbing berbasis eksperimen riil dan laboratorium virtual dibandingkan dengan siswa yang diajar dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran langsung (Direct Instruction). Dari hasil ini, dapat disimpulkan bahwa model pembelajaran Inkuiri Terbimbing berbasis eksperimen riil dan laboratorium virtual lebih baik dari pada model pembelajaran langsung (Direct Instruction) dalam meningkatkan hasil belajar fisika siswa. Ada interaksi yang signifikan antara model pembelajaran inkuiri terbimbing berbasis eksperimen riil dan laboratorium virtual dengan model pembelajaran langsung (Direct Instruction) dengan tingkat aktivitas terhadap hasil belajar fisika siswa.
The Role of Fecal M2-Pyruvate Kinase (M2-PK) in Colorectal Cancer Screening
Authors: Bunawan Nur Chandra , Simadibrata Marcellus
Published: January 2018

Colorectal cancer is a malignancy with high incidence and mortality rate. The long carsinogenesis sequence from adenoma unto carsinoma enable early detection and screening as part of the management but until recently the commercialy available test has low sensitivity and specificity. M2-pyruvate kinase (M2-PK), an isomer of glycolisis enzyme involved in aerobic metabolism, is found in high amount in cancerous cell and is shed unto luminal mucosa in colorectal cancer. Quantification of this protein in feces is a promising method to detect malignant lesion of colon. Several studies until recently demonstrate moderate sensitivity and specificity but clearly with better performance than commonly-used gFOBT.
Primary Hepatic Lymphoma in a 32-year-old Male
Authors: Indriyaningrum Nurria Betty , Mustika Syifa
Published: January 2018

A 32-year-old male came with right upper abdominal pain with a mass increasing in size since the last 6 months, with no other typical symptoms. The physical findings revealed right upper abdominal mass, rubbery consistence, irregular surface, rounded edge, unclear border, immobile, without any tenderness. Other physical examination revealed normal findings, without any lymphadenopathy at another site. The laboratory findings revealed non-reactive hepatitis B and C markers, normal AFP, slightly increased LDH. Plain chest X-ray showed elevated right hemidiaphragm, and a large mass sized ± 14.18 x 8.56 x 12.56 cm compressing the liver. We’ve done biopsy with ultrasound guiding on the mass, and the histological examination revealed that it was lymphoma with negative CD20. The diagnosis was established as primary hepatic lymphoma and the patient was then given chemotherapy.
Successful Therapy in A 20 Years Old Male with Acute Pancreatitis
Authors: Nugraheni Asri , Supriono Supriono
Published: January 2018

Acute pancreatitis is an inflammation at pancreas that can be caused by biliary tract disease, alcohol and metabolic disorder. We presented a 20 years old male with acute pancreatitis, he was obese and had history of alcohol abuse came with severe abdominal pain. There is increasing amylase and lipase level, and his abdominal CT scan showed infiltrate peripancreatic, mesenteric, and left anterior pararenal space, hepatomegaly and mild ascites. Patient was given supportive treatment such as parenteral nutrition, analgetic, PPI, and also octreotide. With proper diagnosis and optimal treatment, patient was successfully treated without any complication.
A INSUFICIÊNCIA DAS POLÍTICAS PÚBLICAS REFERENTES AO DESENVOLVIMENTO DO ENSINO PÚBLICO NO BRASIL
Authors: Coutinho Nilton Carlos de Almeida , Borges Érico De Oliveira
Published: January 2018

A análise realizada no presente artigo objetiva identificar e promover uma reflexão acerca das razões históricas, culturais e políticas para os constantes fracassos das políticas públicas voltadas ao ensino público no Brasil, sobretudo na educação básica, que compreende a educação infantil e o ensino fundamental.
A EDUCAÇÃO INCLUSIVA DO AUTISTA COMO DIREITO HUMANO FUNDAMENTAL E A TUTELA JURISDICIONAL: AS POSSIBILIDADES E OS LIMITES
Authors: Costa Marli Marlene Moraes da , Fernandes Paula Vanessa
Published: January 2018

A Constituição da República Federativa do Brasil, de 1988, promulgada no processo de redemocratização do país, ao buscar alcançar a universalização do ensino, define em seu artigo 6º a educação como direito fundamental social. Essa previsão traz à tona a possibilidade de ser imposta a sua prestação ao Estado como um comportamento ativo. Dessa forma, quando o que se apresenta é um contexto de omissão e negligência na consecução desse fim constitucional, surge então a possibilidade do controle jurisdicional.  Esta pesquisa, pretende-se, como objetivo, proporcionar uma reflexão acerca do papel do Poder Judiciário na efetivação do direito à educação inclusiva dos autistas. A problematização consiste em responder ao seguinte questionamento: em que medida o Poder Judiciário pode servir como instrumento de efetivação do direito à educação, sem ofender o princípio do Estado Democrático? A metodologia da pesquisa é de cunho teórico, em que a coleta de dados se dá por meio de documentação indireta. Os dados serão tratados de forma qualitativa. Quanto ao método de abordagem será utilizado o dedutivo. Essa abordagem é apresentada a partir da eleição de quatro tópicos. O primeiro, buscará, descrever o entendimento acerca do conceito e das características do transtorno do espectro autista. O segundo destina-se a compreender o direito fundamental desse segmento à educação inclusiva. No terceiro, passa-se à análise, doutrinária e jurisprudencial, da judicialização do direito à educação, como um instrumento da implementação do direito à inclusão. No quarto e último tópico procurou-se identificar a viabilidade e os limites dessa intervenção judicial.
Reflexos da Sustentabilidade e da Solidariedade Ambiental: Desenvolvimento e Soberania Estatal em Jogo
Authors: Gomes Artur Amaral
Published: January 2018

A crise ecológica é uma problemática que assola todo o planeta, razão pela qual evidencia a existência de uma espécie de solidariedade que não pode ser afastada, a solidariedade ambiental. Como consequência desta, é evidente que o passo inicial para o lançamento de quaisquer diretrizes ambientais é o estabelecimento de uma cooperação internacional entre estados. O princípio da sustentabilidade é um desses guias, encontrando lugar hoje em todos os ordenamentos jurídicos que demonstram uma mínima preocupação com o meio ambiente. A partir do manejo do método de pesquisa bibliográfica, o presente artigo pretende demonstrar como a necessidade de amparo do meio ambiente é o suficiente para legitimar os reflexos da sustentabilidade e da solidariedade ambiental sobre os conceitos de soberania estatal e de desenvolvimento na atualidade.
A Eficiência e o Efeito Kaldor-Hicks: A Questão da Compensação Social
Authors: Botelho Martinho Martins
Published: January 2018

O presente artigo pretende dar uma visão geral a respeito da eficiência econômica segundo os critérios de Nicholas Kaldor e John Hicks, além de tratar com maior particularidade o método desenvolvido por ambos os economistas para a chamada compensação social, que parte da ideia da recuperação das perdas sociais causadas por uma decisão eficientista, no sentido de maximização da riqueza. Trata-se de um dos conceitos de eficiência em Análise Econômica do Direito, ao qual se soma à eficiência alocativa e à eficiência paretiana. Será analisada a eficiência como pressuposto teórico na AED, a eficiência Kaldor-Hicks e a compensação social.
O Diálogo Entre Direito e Moral em Alexy e Posner – Como Ficam as Constribuições Jurídicas para as Nanotecnologias?
Authors: Pellin Daniela Regina , Engelmann Wilson Engelmann
Published: January 2018

Os efeitos da Guerra Fria, globalização e tecnologia afetam questões culturais, políticas e econômicas dos países. O conceito de moral foi alterado de lugar. Por detrás do Direito está a moral econômica. As nanotecnologias deverão ser enfrentadas sob esse viés. Pode a Análise Econômica do Direito ser aplicada? É com as teorias de Alexy e Posner e a transposição da moral histórica para a econômica, que a AED se confirma como hipótese a juridicizar as nanotecnologias Para a realização da empreitada será utilizado o método sistêmico-construtivista e a técnica de pesquisa será a coleta de dados e revisão bibliográfica interdisciplinar.
Does Bank Size and Operational Efficiency Matters? An Impact of Financial Gearing and Asset Management on Islamic Bank's Performance in Pakistan
Authors: Khalil Rashid , Khalil Muhammad Azhar
Published: January 2018

Purpose: The persistent growth of Islamic banks has been the distinction of the Muslim world financial background in the 1980s and 1990s. Through a network that spans more than 62 countries and an asset base of more than $169 billion; Islamic banks are now performing a progressively more significant role in their particular economies. The core objective of this study is to find the impact of some of the key bank-specific factors (internal determinants) on the profitability of Islamic banks in Pakistan. Factors that opted in this study are bank size, operating efficiency, gearing ratio and asset management. Secondary data was obtained from 5 Islamic banks in Pakistan from year 2007 to 2015. The Ordinary Least Square (OLS) was used to analyze the empirical findings. The estimation results show that bank size significantly and positively influence the bank profitability while the asset management inversely affects the bank profitability. For future studies, it is recommended that more sample size and determinant factors can be included in determining the impact on bank's profitability.
Develop and Engage Talents: A Preliminary Study at Islamic Banks in Northern Region of Malaysia
Authors: Mustafa Kamil Bidayatul Akmal , Iqbal Fatin Izzati
Published: January 2018

Purpose: Attract, select, develop and engage the right talents at the right time, place and position become essential for upgrading the management system in the banking sector. This study identifies the development of talents through talent management and succession planning, which may engage those employees with the banks.

Design/Methodology/Approach: In this preliminary study, 180 copies of questionnaires were distributed to the bankers who are currently working with some Islamic Banks in the Northern region of Malaysia; Kedah, Perlis and Pulau Pinang. The simple random sampling techniques applied. The analysis of this study are all descriptive.

Findings: This study explores the descriptive analysis on talent management, succession planning and talent engagement, that might be particularly focus on the mean of each variables. The analyses show that, the respondents believed that talent management and succession planning, as well as talent engagement should well-known exist and outstandingly being implemented in Islamic banking industry.

Implications/Originality/Value: Islamic banks demand for talents of bankers that are not only well profound with Sharia knowledge but also capable to ascertain the differences between Islamic banking and finance regulation at par with conventional practices. The analyses of the data are expected to give practical contribution to the Islamic banks to have a better talent management mechanism and succession planning program for engaging their talents in the future.
Malaysian Acquiring Firms' Shareholders' Wealth Effect Following Cross-Border Acquisition
Authors: Hasan Md. Mahadi , Ibrahim Yusnidah , Olajide Raji Jimoh , Minai Mohd Sobri , Uddin Md. Mohan
Published: January 2018

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate long run shareholders' wealth effect (SWE) of Malaysian acquiring firms following cross-border acquisition (CBA).

Methodology: Using buy-and-hold abnormal returns (BHAR) measure of SWE and Euclidean distance method for identifying matching firms, the study investigated 176 CBA deals of Malaysian acquiring firms for the years 2004-2015. Both parametric tests (such as conventional t-statistics, skewness adjusted t-statistics, bootstrapping skewness adjusted t-statistics and Multivariate of Analysis of Variance) and non-parametric statistical (such as Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test) tools were employed to analyze the data and test the hypotheses regarding the impact of CBA deals on acquiring firms' SWE.

Results: The research found that the SWE of acquiring firms is significantly positive in the shorter period while negative or mixed in the longer period. Furthermore, SWE is found to be different across several groups: (i) Shariah-complaint status firms vs. conventional firms (ii) level of control in target firm (such as major vs. minor acquisitions), (iii) Diversifying acquisition (for example, related vs unrelated acquisition). However, SWE does not differ from industry to industry.

Implications: This research presents unique empirical evidences related to long run SWE of Malaysian acquiring firms following CBA. The findings imply that CBA is more success in the longer period.
Efficacies and Impediments in Large Cardamom Farming in Ilam, Nepal
Authors: Bhattari Thakur
Published: January 2018

Among all agricultural products produced in Nepal, large cardamom is the most expensive commercial crop with the highest export potential. The crop was initiated in Ilam. And, Ilam remained in the top four among large cardamom producing districts in Nepal up to 2014/15. Hence, the district deserves a pedagogic and appreciable place in its cultivation. The district was purposively selected for the analysis of its efficacy and blemishes. For this, primary data were collected during 2007 and 2014.The main efficacies of the crop were its high price, use of marginal land in cultivation, use of manpower mostly during off-season of other farming, need of less capital, and a common (familiar) crop. Suitable climate, rainfall, temperature range, export performance, tariff advantages, and availability of varieties were other plus points of the crop. The promises in its cultivation included prospects of quality improvement, growth in productivity, and easy approach to market. The challenges and weaknesses of the crop included diseases, lack of disease free saplings and seedlings, price fluctuations, drying of water sources for irrigation, and lack of government support in its cultivation and marketing. The crop was found popular in the study area due to its efficacies, which had outstripped its blemishes or flaws.Economic Journal of Development Issues Vol. 21 & 22 No. 1-2 (2016) Combined Issue, Page: 42-54
Asymétries d’information et crowdfunding
Authors: Moussavou Jean
Published: January 2018

Le crowdfunding révolutionne aujourd’hui l’accès au financement des entreprises, et notamment des porteurs de projets entrepreneuriaux. Il offre de nouvelles opportunités mais engendre également de nouveaux enjeux. Parmi ceux-ci, la réduction des asymétries d’information entre les porteurs de projets et les financeurs potentiels. Cet article permet de saisir le rôle des plateformes de crowdfunding et des réseaux sociaux dans l’évaluation des projets, et participe à la compréhension des nouveaux modèles d’affaires dans l’industrie bancaire et financière.
Editorial Vol.8(2)
Authors: Ahmed Tahera
Published: January 2018

No abstract available.Bangladesh Journal of Bioethics Vol 8; Issue 2, 2017
Cervical Cancer and Ethical issues in HPV Vaccination
Authors: Haseen Fariha , Sony Sadia Akther
Published: January 2018

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection causes death of 270,000 people die from every year. Sexually transmitted HPV was found one of the major causes of cervical cancer. World Health Organization (WHO). Cervical cancer (CC) is one of the top five cancers that affect women around the world. In June 2006, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new vaccine for women, Gardasil, produced by the pharmaceutical company Merck that protects against infection by certain strains of HPV, including the two strains that cause most cases of cervical cancer. Vaccinations are counted as one of public health’s important development but there is an ethical dilemma between balancing personal autonomy and protection of the entire at risk population. The vaccine caused very few side effects like local reactions whereas signs or symptoms of greater importance were very. Moreover it was considered that the vaccine is has an efficacy of practically 100% in prevention of precancerous lesion caused by the viral genotypes included in the vaccine. Bioethicists were not convinced about compulsory vaccination laws as the values of patient autonomy and informed consent to be preeminent to them. Not surprisingly, some have expressed wariness about or opposition to mandating HPV vaccination. A critical question is whether achieving a higher level of coverage justifies the infringement on parental autonomy that compulsory vaccination inevitably entails. Recommendation of the universal vaccination of girls and young women may evolve ethical challenges which might make it difficult for smooth implementation of the vaccination campaigns. Review of the ethical issues in HPV vaccination will constitute the main part of our paper.
Pneumatically Powered Drilling of Carbon Fibre Composites Using Synthetic Biodegradable Lubricating Oil: An Experimental Study
Authors: Morrell Corydon , Hampson Paul
Published: January 2018

Carbon fibre composites are a key component of aircraft structures because of their enhanced material properties such as favourable strength to weight ratios when compared to metal alloys. During the assembly process of an aircraft, carbon fibre components are joined to other structures using rivets, bolts, and fasteners, and as part of the joining process, the components will need to be machined or drilled. Unlike metal alloys, composites are sensitive to heat and are vulnerable to internal structural damage from machining tools. They are also susceptible to a reduction in strength when fibres are exposed to moisture. In the machining process, carbon fibre composites may be drilled using oils to lubricate carbide machining tools. In this study, a description of the experimental apparatus is provided along with an investigation to determine the influence synthetic biodegradable lubricating oil has on drill rotational speed, drilling load, and drilling temperature when using a pneumatic drill to machine carbon fibre composite material.
Formal Verification of Simulation Scenarios in Aviation Scenario Definition Language (ASDL)
Authors: Chhaya Bharvi , Jafer Shafagh , Durak Umut
Published: January 2018

Formal methods offer well-defined means for mathematical verification of the functional specifications of software systems. For model-based engineering, model checking is a verification technique that explores all possible system states. The Aviation Scenario Definition Language is a domain-specific language designed based on a scenario development process from a model-driven engineering perspective. It aims at providing a well-structured definition language to specify departure, en route, re-route, and landing scenarios. This paper uses statecharts and a model checker for the verification of each scenario generated and uses examples to demonstrate conformance to the rules established in the statecharts to verify the logic of all future scenarios.