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EFFORTS TO STOP BULLYING IN SCHOOLS: STRATEGIES, CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS
Authors: Irianto Bambang Sugeng , Sutrisno Sutrisno , Suryasaputra Ruswiati
Published: August 2024

Background. School bullying has become a serious issue that affects the mental and emotional well-being of students around the world. This research discusses efforts to overcome bullying in the school environment, including prevention strategies, challenges faced, and solutions that can be implemented.
Research Method. The method used in this research was a literature review by observing primary resource material as well as literature from journals, books, and best practices to provide insight into effective approaches to stop bullying in schools.
Findings. Bullying in Indonesia significantly impacts students' academic achievement, social life, mental and physical health, and lives. To prevent bullying, schools, families, and the community must take action, including early detection, outreach, support, strict regulations, role modeling, teaching, and helping perpetrators stop bad behavior. Schools should be sensitive to students' situations, socialize through anti-bullying posters, provide support to victims, and implement strict regulations. Victims may experience depression, anxiety disorders, changes in sleep and eating patterns, health problems, and decreased academic performance.
Conclusion. Bullying in schools is a significant issue that requires collective action from the educational community. Effective prevention strategies, addressing challenges, and creating safe environments can help end bullying and protect student well-being. Factors like lack of knowledge, environmental influence, and teacher bullying contribute to the problem. Schools' role in addressing bullying is not optimal, and victims need further intervention.
STRUCTURAL AND LEXICAL AMBIGUITY IN THE POLITICAL ARTICLE OF JAKARTA POST
Authors: Purba Rika Imadawati , Sinaga Nenni Triana , Sipayung Kammer Tuahman
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze the structural and lexical ambiguity in the political article in the Jakarta Post. A qualitative analysis method was used in this study. The observation was done by collecting political articles from the Jakarta Post online. Interactive models were employed with three steps: data condensation, data display, and drawing concluding/verifying. The findings show many structural and lexical ambiguity cases in political articles of the Jakarta Post, which can lead to misunderstandings and wrong interpretations. 57 structural ambiguities and 63 lexical ambiguities were found in ten political articles. The accuracy in choosing words and using word structure impacts writing quality. The writing quality helps the readers understand the information in political articles.
The Impact of Independent Board of Commissioners, Institutional Ownership, on ROE through Managerial Ownership
Authors: Parashakti Ryani Dhyan , Latief Nur Fitry , Sarpingah Siti , Yanti Evi Maulida , Tandean Vivi Adeyani , Halim Sofyan , . Retnosari , Silitonga Ivo Maelina , Situmorang Dokman Marulitu
Published: August 2024

The aim of the research is to determine the influence of the Independent Board of Commissioners, Institutional Ownership, on ROE through Managerial Ownership both simultaneously and partially. Quantitative research methods look for the influence of relationships between variables. The results of the research are an insignificant influence of the Independent Board of Commissioners (IBC) on ROE, an insignificant influence of the Independent Board of Commissioners (IBC) on Managerial Ownership (MO), a significant influence of Institutional Ownership (IO) on ROE, a significant influence of Institutional Ownership (IO) on Managerial Ownership (MO), there is a significant influence of Managerial Ownership (MO) on ROE.
Adapting to the Digital Landscape: A Phenomenological Study of How Journalists Reshape Their Professional Identity and Practices
Authors: Syarah Maya May , Sjuchro Dian Wardiana , Hidayat Dadang Rahmat , Mulyana Slamet
Published: August 2024

As an information gateway for the public, journalists now face the demand for speed in conveying information. Information and communication technology advances have changed how people access and consume news. Today's audience needs information that is fast and accessible anytime through various digital platforms. Through a phenomenological approach, this research aims to understand what journalists mean and how they experience professionalism in the digital era. Using qualitative research methods, data were collected through in-depth interviews with informants from ten mainstream online media in Jakarta, Indonesia. Interviews are conducted face-to-face and virtually. The collected data was analyzed using the Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) phenomenological method. The study results show that journalists' professionalism in the digital era is no longer only interpreted traditionally, but journalistic values remain an essential foundation. The professionalism of journalists now demands adaptation and self-adjustment to the ever-changing digital landscape. The development of the digital landscape has led to a significant transformation in the profession of journalism. Journalists' professional identities, journalistic practices, and adaptation strategies have changed and restructured to adapt to the demands of the rapidly evolving digital environment. The findings of this study are expected to provide insight into the dynamics of journalism professionalism in the digital era. They can be a reference for developing more adaptive journalism policies and practices to change.
The Influence of Leadership, Competence and Compensation on Job Satisfaction and Performance of Barru Resort Police Personnel
Authors: . Akbar , Basalamah Salim , Mallongi Syahrir , Serang Serlin
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of leadership on job satisfaction, analyze the influence of competence on job satisfaction, analyze the influence of compensation on job satisfaction, analyze the influence of leadership on personnel performance, analyze the influence of competence on personnel performance, analyze the influence of compensation on personnel performance, analyze the influence of job satisfaction on personnel performance, analyze the influence of leadership through job satisfaction on personnel performance, analyzing the influence of competence through job satisfaction on personnel performance and analyzing the influence of compensation through job satisfaction on the performance of Barru Resort Police (Polres) personnel. The data of the questionnaire results were analyzed using the Structural Equation Model using the help of AMOS 18. The results of the study found that leadership variables, competency variables and compensation variables directly had a positive and insignificant effect on job satisfaction. Furthermore, the leadership variable and the competency variable directly had a positive and insignificant effect on personnel performance, while the compensation variable directly had a positive and significant influence on personnel performance. The direct influence on job satisfaction showed a positive and insignificant effect on personnel performance. Furthermore, for the indirect influence, it can be seen that the competency variable has a positive and insignificant effect through job satisfaction on personnel performance and the leadership variable and the compensation variable has a positive and significant effect through job satisfaction on personnel performance.
Impediments to Criminal Liability Arising from The Lack of Awareness in The Palestinian and Jordanian Legal Systems
Authors: Abuznaid Mohammed , Alazzawi Salman
Published: August 2024

This research, entitled “Impediments to Criminal Liability Arising from the Lack of Awareness in the Palestinian and Jordanian Legal Systems,” deals with the legal regulation of impediments to punishment in cases where a person is unconscious and conscious, namely insanity and related mental illnesses such as epilepsy and hysteria, and the absence of reason resulting from drunkenness and drugs without consent, and young age. The main problem in this research was to clarify the legal regulation of everything related to the absence of criminal responsibility for factors or impediments that negate awareness, by clarifying the effect of these factors as mentioned in the Jordanian Penal Code and the draft Palestinian Penal Code, using the analytical descriptive approach by reviewing the legal texts regulating impediments to criminal responsibility arising from the absence of awareness and analyzing these texts. At the end of the research, the researcher reached the most important results, which are that the principle assumed by the law is the existence of a sound mental state at the time of committing the crime until proven otherwise, and that the insane person and the person with an absent mind as a result of drugs and drunkenness that he took against his will and the minor who is not discerning are persons from whom criminal responsibility is dropped and who are not punished for their actions that are committed at the time of their presence. These cases are within the legal conditions due to the absence of the moral element of the crime.
Qualitative Analysis of Effective Primary School Teachers' Personality Traits
Authors: Mazhari Majd Atefeh , Asadi Younesi Mohammad Reza , Taheri Hamid , Pakdaman Majid
Published: August 2024

Objective: The objective of this study is to analyze and identify the personality traits and professional behaviors that contribute to the effectiveness of primary school teachers. Methods and Materials: This qualitative research employed a systematic review approach to gather and synthesize relevant literature on the personality traits of effective primary school teachers. A comprehensive search was conducted across multiple databases, resulting in the initial identification of 122 articles. After applying inclusion criteria and removing duplicates, 39 articles were shortlisted, and a detailed screening process resulted in the selection of 19 articles for in-depth analysis. Data were extracted systematically, and thematic analysis was used to identify recurring themes and patterns related to the personality traits of effective primary school teachers. Findings: The analysis revealed four main themes: Emotional Intelligence, Instructional Skills, Professionalism, and Interpersonal Attributes. Emotional Intelligence includes empathy, self-regulation, motivation, social skills, and self-awareness. Instructional Skills encompass lesson planning, classroom management, assessment and feedback, instructional strategies, adaptability, and subject knowledge. Professionalism involves ethical conduct, lifelong learning, collaboration, reflective practice, organizational skills, and commitment to students. Interpersonal Attributes include patience, flexibility, enthusiasm, approachability, cultural sensitivity, and caring. These traits collectively contribute to creating a supportive and productive learning environment, enhancing student outcomes. Conclusion: The study provides a detailed and reliable analysis of the personality traits that contribute to the effectiveness of primary school teachers. These findings underscore the importance of emotional intelligence, instructional skills, professionalism, and interpersonal attributes in fostering a positive learning environment.
Leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) for Enhanced Customer Insights in CRM
Authors: Sanodia Geetesh
Published: August 2024

This comprehensive research paper explores the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems to enhance customer insights. The study examines the current state of IoT-CRM integration, data collection methods, processing techniques, and their applications in improving customer understanding. It also addresses implementation strategies, challenges, and future trends in this rapidly evolving field. The research highlights the potential of IoT to revolutionize CRM practices by providing real-time, granular data on customer behaviour and preferences, enabling businesses to deliver personalized experiences and make data-driven decisions. Through extensive analysis of current literature, industry reports, and technological developments, this paper provides a holistic view of the opportunities and challenges in leveraging IoT for CRM enhancement.
The 1951 Deportation Operation of Lithuanians Called “Autumn”: Deportations from Eišiškės District
Authors: Balkytė Dalia
Published: August 2024

One of the main features of the Stalinist period in Lithuania was forced deportation of Lithuanians. Back in the times of the Tsarist Russia, the authorities practiced large-scale deportations (forced resettlement from the place of residence to other areas). Over a few decades of the Soviet rule, the mass resettlement of people became a standard practice. Deportations were initiated by the political leadership and were planned and carried out by repressive structures.
Since 1941, 30 deportation operations were carried out in Lithuania occupied by the Soviet Union. The USSR leadership treated deportations as a state task of great political importance. Deportations were aimed at breaking the armed resistance of the population against the occupying power, implementing political and economic goals of Sovietisation of Lithuania, and using free labour force in sparsely populated areas of the Soviet Union. People were relocated by force from their native land to remote regions, where they lived under totally unaccustomed conditions and lost all their property and possessions. The deportees had no right to leave their new places of residence (special settlements) and were under the threat of criminal charges for the breach of this prohibition.
The article analyses the deportation of Lithuanians from Eišiškės District of Vilnius Region in autumn 1951 during the operation called “Autumn”. Eišiškės District, like several other districts of the Lithuanian SSR, was a multi-ethnic district, Poles being a large ethnic group in the area.
The 1951 deportation operation “Autumn” was carried out in two stages: in September, families of partisans and their supporters were deported and in October, affluent farmers with families and relatives who lived and managed the farms together were deported. This deportation was one of the largest operations of this kind in Lithuania.
On 21 September, 33 people (10 families), of which 12 were Polish, were deported. On 3 October, 267 people (71 families), of which 177 Polish, were deported. During this operation the residents of Lithuania were deported to Krasnoyarsk Krai and Irkutsk Oblast.
Forced resettlement of the population was not carried out on the basis of the nationality. It served as means to dispose of the people who socially or politically did not satisfy the occupation authorities. Lithuanian or Polish partisans or members of their families, as well as affluent farmers were perceived as dangerous by the Soviet government. The deportees were used as cheap labour force in the regions of the USSR.
The operation “Autumn” in Eišiškės District was a standard operation, except that the district was multi-ethnic. The archival documents show a uniform pattern of such operations: an operation plan was drawn according to a single scheme, lists of people to be exiled were then prepared, operational groups to execute the plan were formed, forces required to execute the deportation were estimated, etc.
Communist Party Penalties in the Soviet Lithuania (1940s–1960s): between Clientelism and Collectivism
Authors: Ėmužis Marius
Published: August 2024

One of the disciplinary sanctions of the Communist Party in the Soviet Union was party penalties. They were relatively effective and members of the Communist Party were afraid of them. However, many facts show that with the help of “carers” and “patrons” penalties could have been avoided or their effects could have been mitigated. If a penalty could not be avoided (as was often the case in the Stalinist period), with the support and mediation of the party leadership, it was possible relatively quickly to annul the penalty. A number of cases in the period after WWII attest to this.
These cases could be treated as a balance between clientelism and the collectivism of Lithuanian representatives of the nomenklatura (administrative personnel), with clientelism dominating the equation. We cannot speak about mutual cover up determined by collectivism due to the lack of any system: after all totally different penalties were applied for similar or even the same “sins”. For example, Vytautas Vazalinskas, a specialist in agriculture, was never punished for being a member of the Riflemen’s Union in the interwar period, while Alfonsas Dirsė, Minister of Health of the Lithuanian SSR , was for this reason removed from office. In many cases penalties could be avoided or mitigated with the help of personal connections and sympathies, i.e. clientelistic services were provided. For example, even the first secretary of the Lithuanian Communist Party Antanas Sniečkus wrote letters to Moscow defending the wrongdoers. Thus clientelism as an element of mutual assistance determined by personal relations in order to avoid or mitigate a party penalty was the most important. A simple withdrawal of a penalty as a disciplinary element of the Communist Party can be identified provided there are no justifying letters, repeat inspections or other actions that show interest of party structures and their leaders.
Personal relations helped solve issues considered as discrediting material. Lithuanian Communists understood the situation and did not treat each party member as an enemy if biographies of the family members of that person were “smeared”; this was collectivism determined by the nationality. To mitigate penalties for other types of misdemeanour, e.g. financial misconduct, was more difficult.
Assessment of Utilization of Antenatal Care Services Among Pregnant Women Visiting Tertiary Care Hospital in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Authors: Subhashchandra Kalal , L. Pooja Mary Vaishali , R. Angusubalakshmi , Sugavanam Anjugam , Parasuraman Gomathy
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Antenatal care (ANC) is the care provided by skilled health –care professionals to pregnant women to ensure the best health conditions for both mother and baby during pregnancy. Through detection and treatment of pregnancy-related complications, and through the identification of women and girls at increased risk of complication during labour and delivery, it prevents maternal mortality and morbidity.
Methods and Material: It was a hospital based cross-sectional study conducted over a period of four months from July 2021 to October 2021 among 200 antenatal women who were admitted for delivery in a tertiary care hospital. Universal sampling technique were adopted to select the participants. Data were collected using pre-designed semi-validated questionnaire and analysed using SPSS (ver_18.0) software.
Results: The overall complete antenatal care utilization was 42%, with nearly 50% of women consuming 100 or more Iron and folic acid tablets and 100% utilization of immunization against tetanus. Factors like maternal age, type of family, level of education, spouse education, parity and socio-economic status of the family were found to be statistically associated with complete antenatal care utilization.
Conclusions: Antenatal care utilization was low which shows the need for the scaling up of ANC services even during Covid-19 period.
The Unintended Consequences of COVID-19 Lockdown: Qualitative Study from a Rural Area in Trichy, India
Authors: Thangaraj Prabha , Hemalatha Kumarasamy , Kumar Satheesh
Published: August 2024

Introduction: Different countries had taken several measures to control the spread of COVID-19. India, being a developing country with a huge population had taken several steps, of which the nationwide lockdown was a major initiative during the start of pandemic in April 2000. Though the main objective was to protect the health and save lives, lockdown itself may have various unintended consequences. Since it was first lockdown of its kind, a qualitative study was undertaken to provide a better understanding of its impact.
Objectives: To explore the unintended consequences of COVID-19 lockdown among a rural population in Trichy, India.
Methods and Material: A qualitative study comprising of in-depth interviews was done using descriptive (transcendental) phenomenology, between May-June 2020. Interviews were conducted till data saturation occurred. A total of 23 individuals were included and analysis was done.
Results: Financial issues and difficulty in buying daily items were the negative study findings but we have also identified several positive impact of the lockdown such has spending more time with family, getting to know the neighbors better, switching over to healthy diet and realizing ones purpose of life.
Conclusions: Findings of this study will help all stakeholders in understanding the behavior and psychology of individual residing in a rural area towards lockdown. Analysis of findings from such studies need to be done while implementing lockdown if needed in future to reduce the unintended consequences.
How does ESG performance reduce financial risk — Evidence from China listed companies
Authors: Xu Ruhui , Zhong Jun , Huang Ting
Published: August 2024

The concept of sustainable green development has attracted considerable interest, with a diverse range of stakeholders from the environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) sectors demonstrating a keen interest in it. This paper presents an experimental investigation into the effect of ESG performance on financial analysis, utilising annual data from a-share listed businesses between 2010 and 2022. The findings indicate that financial risk can be reduced by strong ESG performance. The influence mechanism study found that by easing financing limitations, enhancing corporate ethical culture, and raising the bar for corporate innovation, companies with strong ESG performance primarily lower their financial risk. The results of the heterogeneity study indicated that smaller, non-state-owned, and eastern area businesses had better results when it came to lowering financial risk. Through the empirical test of ESG performance on financial risk, this paper offers insights for enterprises and investors to prioritize ESG performance and for government departments to enhance ESG incentive policies.
A Deep Learning Approach to Predicting Sandstone Permeability
Authors: Cheng Yinliang
Published: August 2024

Sandstone permeability is a critical parameter in reservoir engineering, influencing the extraction efficiency of hydrocarbons. Traditional methods of permeability estimation are time-consuming and require extensive laboratory measurements. In this study, we propose a deep learning model to predict sandstone permeability from petrophysical data. The model leverages a convolutional neural network (CNN) architecture to capture the complex relationships between input features and permeability, demonstrating significant improvements in prediction accuracy compared to conventional methods. This study enhances our previous work on predicting grid-level dynamics in porous media using a data-driven approach. We developed a deep learning surrogate model that accurately predicts permeability regardless of grain density or shape, significantly reducing computational time. High-fidelity simulations for 2D porous media with varying circular grains were used to train the model. The model's robustness was tested on different grain angularities and elongations, not included in the training data. We employed a deep convolutional neural network with ResNet structures to capture context and ensure precise localization.
Research on the Cooperation Between Guqin Performance and Recitation of Ancient Poems
Authors: Zhao Jiejing , Li Yan
Published: August 2024

Guqin performance and recitation of ancient poems are the treasures of China's traditional art, and they are mutually integrated and complementary. This paper carries out an in-depth study on the cooperation between guqin performance and recitation of ancient poems from the aspects of cultural background, mutual relationship, cooperation practice, aesthetic value and educational significance. Firstly, by elaborating the cultural connotation of guqin and ancient poems, it analyzes the artistic characteristics of guqin performance and ancient poems recitation, as well as the purpose and significance of the study. Secondly, the interrelationship between guqin performance and recitation of ancient poems was explored, including the intrinsic connection between music and poetry, the fit between guqin music and ancient poems, and the application of guqin performance techniques in the recitation of ancient poems. Then, the principles and methods of cooperation between guqin performance and recitation of ancient poems, as well as the difficulties and solution strategies in the process of cooperation are analyzed with practical cases. Then, the aesthetic value of the cooperation between guqin performance and recitation of ancient poems is discussed in terms of the integration of music and poetry, the artistic expressiveness of performance and recitation, and the aesthetic experience of the audience. Finally, the educational significance of the cooperation between guqin performance and recitation of ancient poems is discussed, including the inheritance of traditional culture, the cultivation of artistic literacy and the improvement of comprehensive quality. The purpose of this paper is to provide theoretical guidance for the cooperation between guqin performance and recitation of ancient poems, in order to promote the inheritance and development of this traditional art form.
Valve Corporation's Evolution from a Game Developer to the Gaming Titan
Authors: Zhao Tinghui
Published: August 2024

This research paper delves into Valve Corporation's multifaceted competitive strategy within the digital gaming industry, exploring its evolution from a pioneering game developer to an influential entity in digital distribution, e-sports, and hardware innovation. This study starts from study the history of Valve and how it changes from video game developer to digital distributor. Central to the analysis of this paper is Steam, Valve's digital distribution platform, which has redefined game sales and community engagement. Author further examines Valve's strategic involvement in e-sports, through major tournament and in game activates to highlighting its impact on competitive gaming culture and industry standards. Additionally, author assess Valve's ventures into hardware development, including the Steam Deck and Valve Index, as extensions of its ecosystem. Through qualitative analysis, this paper explores how these integrated strategies reinforce Valve's market position, drive industry-wide innovation, and shape future gaming trends. These findings underscore Valve's role as a dynamic force in the gaming industry, adept at navigating and influencing the digital age of gaming.
Research on the characteristics and innovation paths of news dissemination on social media platforms
Authors: Sun Jingyue
Published: August 2024

In the era of new media, social media platforms should pay attention to the innovation of news content, improve interaction, achieve accurate push and cross-platform cooperation and other innovation paths, so as to meet the diversified needs of users and promote the development of news communication. This paper aims to explore the characteristics of news communication on social media platforms and analyze its innovation path in the new media era. Through the case analysis of multiple social media platforms, combined with news communication theories, this paper deeply studies the characteristics of social media news communication, such as speed, interactivity and personalization, and puts forward corresponding innovative strategies, in order to provide useful references for news communication practice.
ANALISIS KESALAHAN BERBAHASA PADA SURAT RESMI DI KANTOR NEGERI ADMINISTRATIF TANAH RATA KECAMATAN BANDA KABUPATEN MALUKU TENGAH
Authors: LA SAADI MUJIATI
Published: August 2024

Surat dinas adalah media komunikasi formal yang dikeluarkan oleh suatu instansi, yang tentu saja dalam penulisannya memperhatikan kaidah bahasa tulis. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan kesalahan berbahasa pada surat resmi di Kantor Negeri Administratif Tanah Rata Kecamatan Banda Kabupaten Maluku Tengah. Penelitian ini tergolong penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Penelitian ini dilakukan di kantor desa Negeri Administratif Tanah Rata. Data penelitian ini adalah kesalahan penggunaan kata baku, kesalahan ejaan, dan faktor yang mempengaruhi kesalahan. Sumber data penelitian ini adalah surat resmi yang dikeluarkan oleh kantor desa pada bulan November 2021. Pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik dokumentasi. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan analisis alir Miles dan Huberman, yaitu mereduksi data, menyajikan data, serta verifikasi dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa terdapat kesalahan pada pemakaian kata baku dan ejaan. Kesalahan pada pemakaian kata baku ditemukan kesalahan  penulisan salam pembuka dan salam penutup, serta penulisan kata insya Allah. Kesalahan pemakaian ejaan ditemukan adanya ketidaktepatan pemakaian huruf, penulisan huruf, dan pemakaian tanda baca. Pada pemakaian huruf ditemukan kesalahan penulisan huruf kapital, huruf miring, dan huruf tebal. Kesalahan penulisan huruf kapital yang meliputi penulisan nama diri, nama hari, dan konjungsi. Pada penulisan huruf ditemukan kesalahan penulisan imbuhan dan penulisan huruf tebal. Pada pemakaian tanda baca ditemukan kesalahan pemakaian tanda titik, tanda koma, garis miring, tanda hubung. Faktor penyebab terjadinya kesalahan ada empat, yaitu staf desa (bagian tata usaha) tidak memahami kaidah bahasa Indonesia, terutama kaidah bahasa tulis, kemampuan menulis surat hanya diperoleh secara otodidak atau mengikuti yang sudah ada. tidak adanya pelatihan khusus  menulis surat dinas dari pemerintah daerah, dan bagian tata usaha yang menulis surat lebih dari satu orang, sehingga memunculkan konsep yang berbeda-beda. Saran yang dapat diberikan, bagi desa diperlukan adanya motivasi diri terkait dengan pengembangan bahasa Indonesia, bagi pemerintah terkait perlu kiranya membuka pelatihan menulis surat untuk staf desa.
Investigation of Aquifer Vulnerability under some Protective Measures in Ehime Mbano, South-Eastern Nigeria for Sustainable Groundwater Development
Authors: Ndubueze Doris N. , Igboekwe M. U.
Published: August 2024

This study focuses on assessing aquifer vulnerability to contamination in Ehime Mbano South-Eastern Nigeria by applying the DRASTIC model. The data was obtained using (VES) vertical electrical sounding technique by applying Schlumberger configurations with AB/2 = 400 m. The VES data were interpreted using state of the art soft wares e.g. IP12WIN and Surfer 12 to obtain the final model for each VES, groundwater vulnerability map was also developed while aquifer media was gotten by taking into account, the depth at which water was struck and correlating those depths with the lithological description of the VES results obtained. The hydraulic conductivity was calculated from apparent resistivity of the aquifer. However, the net recharge, soil media, and topography was obtained from research documentaries. Aquifer vulnerability assessment carried out revealed areas with high, low and moderate vulnerability based on the DRASTIC Index. Locations with high vulnerability rating of 126 -165 includes: Umuokiri Umunumo and Ikperejere. Locations with moderate vulnerability rating of 86-125 includes: Ikpem, Ikweii Nzerem while locations with low vulnerability rating of 70-85 includes: Umuokara Uzinomi and areas close to Umueze II. The findings of the study can be used to identify regions of contamination of groundwater in the study area.
Blockchain for Transparent Governance: Securing Public Services in the Digital Era
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: August 2024

Abstract: This chapter explores the transformative role of blockchain technology in enhancing transparency, security, and efficiency in governance. By addressing the challenges inherent in traditional governance systems—such as lack of transparency, inefficiencies, corruption, and data security—blockchain offers a decentralized and immutable solution that can revolutionize public service delivery. The chapter provides an in-depth analysis of the core components of blockchain-driven governance, including decentralized public records management, smart contracts, and secure digital identities. It also examines real-world case studies from Estonia, Dubai, and Brazil, demonstrating how blockchain has been successfully implemented to improve public services. Additionally, the chapter discusses the challenges and considerations in adopting blockchain for governance, such as regulatory, technical, and social issues, and explores future trends, including the integration of blockchain with AI and IoT. Ultimately, this chapter offers valuable insights for policymakers, government officials, and technology developers on leveraging blockchain to build more transparent, accountable, and secure governance systems in the digital era. Keywords: Blockchain, Transparent Governance, Public Services, Decentralized Public Records, Smart Contracts, Digital Identity, Public Procurement, Blockchain Integration, AI and IoT, Regulatory Challenges, Governance Innovation, Sustainability in Governance, Trust in Government, Digital Transformation.
Intelligent Robotics: AI-Driven Solutions for Autonomous Systems and Smart Machines
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: August 2024

Abstract This chapter delves into the transformative impact of AI-driven solutions in the realm of intelligent robotics, focusing on the development and deployment of autonomous systems and smart machines. It begins with an exploration of the evolution of robotics, tracing the journey from simple mechanical systems to today's advanced intelligent machines that integrate AI, machine learning, and autonomous decision-making capabilities. The chapter then examines the core components of intelligent robotics, including AI algorithms that enable complex tasks, sensors that provide environmental perception, and autonomous navigation systems that facilitate independent operation. Key topics such as machine learning, adaptive behavior, and real-time learning are discussed, highlighting how robots learn and adapt to new tasks and environments. The chapter also covers human-robot collaboration, emphasizing the role of collaborative robots (cobots) in industrial settings and the importance of human-robot interaction (HRI) in ensuring safety and trust. Future trends in intelligent robotics, including advancements in AI integration, emerging applications, and ethical considerations, are also explored. Through detailed examples and case studies, this chapter provides a comprehensive overview of how AI-driven solutions are revolutionizing the field of robotics and paving the way for a future where intelligent machines play a pivotal role across various industries. Keywords: Intelligent Robotics, AI-Driven Solutions, Autonomous Systems, Smart Machines, Machine Learning, Human-Robot Interaction (HRI), Collaborative Robots (Cobots), Autonomous Navigation, AI Integration, Adaptive Behavior, Robotics Evolution, Future Trends in Robotics, Ethical Considerations in Robotics.
ছড়ার ছবি : রবীন্দ্র-স্মৃতিকথার পদ্য
Authors: সৈয়দ মোহাম্মদ শাহেদ সৈয়দ মোহাম্মদ শাহেদ
Published: August 2024

‘ছড়া' অভিধা রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুরের গ্রন্থমলাটে প্রথমবারের মতো বন্দি হলো কবির ৭৭ বছর বয়সে; সে গৌরব ছড়ার ছবি-র। “এই ছড়াগুলি ছেলেদের জন্যে লেখা”। ঘোষণার মধ্য দিয়ে কবি জানিয়ে দিলেন এটি ছড়াগ্রন্থ । শিল্পী “নন্দলাল বসু-অঙ্কিত প্রচ্ছদ, একত্রিশখানি রেখাচিত্র ও সাতখানি টোনের ছবি-সংবলিত” ছড়ার ছবি-র প্রথম প্রকাশ ১৩৪৪ সনের আশ্বিনে; খাপছাড়া এর আগের বছরের মাঘ মাসে। ইংরেজি বছরের হিসেবে অবশ্য খাপছাড়া, কালান্তর, সে, ছড়ার ছবি, বিশ্ব-পরিচয় একই বছরের প্রকাশনা – ১৯৩৭-এর।
আরবি সাহিত্যের যুগবিভাগ ও যুগধর্ম
Authors: মোহাম্মদ ইসমাইল চৌধুরী
Published: August 2024

সাহিত্য হচ্ছে সমাজদর্পণ। সমাজের সংস্কৃতি, লোকাচার ও লোকমানসের প্রতিফলন ঘটে সমকালীন সাহিত্যিকদের সাহিত্যসম্ভারে। আবার যুগের পরিবর্তনের সাথে সাথে সমাজেরও পরিবর্তন ঘটে। তাই সাহিত্যে কালিক ঝোঁক ও যুগধর্ম একটি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ অনুসন্ধেয় বিষয়। যুগবিবর্তনের সাথে সাথে সাহিত্যের গতিপ্রকৃতি যেমন পরিবর্তিত হয় তেমনি বিষয়বস্তুতেও আমূল বৈচিত্র্য সাধিত হয়। কোনো ভাষার সাহিত্যের ইতিহাসচর্চার উদ্দেশ্য হচ্ছে, যুগে যুগে নানা স্তরে ঐ ভাষা ও সাহিত্যের উত্থান-পতন, উন্নতি-অবনতি, গতিশীলতা ও স্থবিরতা সম্পর্কে ওয়াকিফহাল হওয়া এবং উক্ত সাহিত্যের প্রতিভাবান ব্যক্তিবর্গের সৃষ্টিকর্ম নিয়ে আলোচনা-পর্যালোচনা করে সাহিত্যাঙ্গনে এর বৌদ্ধিক ও শৈল্পিক প্রভাব নিরূপণ করা। সাহিত্যের গুণাগুণ বিচার, এর উন্মেষ-বিকাশের নেপথ্য কারণ চিহ্নিতকরণ এবং সাহিত্যসাধকের মানস ও রুচিবৈচিত্র্য অনুধাবনে 'সাহিত্যের ইতিহাস' জানার উপযোগিতা অনেক। প্রত্যেক যুগের খ্যাতিমান সাহিত্যিকদের উপর সামসময়িক যুগপ্রবণতার ছাপ উপেক্ষা করা যায় না। তাছাড়া সাহিত্যকে কালিক ব্যবধানে শ্রেণিবিভাজন দ্বারা সাহিত্যের বিষয়-পরিধি সামান্যীকরণ ও সাহিত্য-পাঠ সহজীকরণের লক্ষ্য অর্জিত হয়। প্রতিটি জাতির সাহিত্যের ইতিহাস উক্ত জাতির রাজনৈতিক ও সামাজিক ইতিহাসের সাথে ওতপ্রোতভাবে জড়িত। বরং বলা যায়, একটি অপরটির শক্তিশালী প্রভাবক, অনুঘটক ও উদ্দীপক হিসেবে কাজ করে। অবশ্য সাহিত্যের উপর ভূখণ্ড ও অঞ্চলগত প্রভাবও উপেক্ষণীয় নয়। তবে সাহিত্যিক পট পরিবর্তনে রাজনৈতিক পরিবেশ পরিস্থিতিই সবচেয়ে বেশি প্রভাব বিস্তার করে। যার ফলে ইতিহাসবেত্তাগণ রাজনৈতিক যুগান্তরের উপর নির্ভরশীল হয়ে সাহিত্যের যুগবিভাজন করেছেন। আবার কোন কোন সাহিত্যবিশ্লেষক একই যুগের সাহিত্যকর্মের গতি-প্রকৃতির পরিবর্তন, প্রকাশভঙ্গির প্রাচুর্য ও সৃষ্টিবৈশিষ্ট্যের অনুপুঙ্খ বিচার-বিবেচনার লক্ষ্যে ঐ যুগকে নানা উপভাগে বিভক্ত করেছেন। সাহিত্যের যুগমানস ও যুগধর্মকে সামনে রেখে আমরা আরবি সাহিত্যের ইতিহাসকে প্রথমত ছয়টি যুগে বিভাজন করে পরবর্তীকালে প্রায় প্রত্যেকটিকে আবার একাধিক উপভাগে ভাগ করার প্রয়াস পাব।
Age Determination of NGC 1952 and PSR B0531+21 Using Radio Observations
Authors: Covington Sydney
Published: August 2024

Supernova remnants (SNRs) and pulsars (PSRs) are highly related phenomena: Both can be produced from the same cosmic explosion. NGC 1952 and B0531+21, or the Crab SNR and PSR, are a verified pair. This research uses two strategies to estimate the ages of young SNRs and evaluates their reliability. The first strategy relies on the remnant’s expansion rate and radius to determine a convergence date. We operated the Green Bank Observatory 20-meter radio telescope in high-resolution mode to obtain spectra over a high-pass filter at a central frequency of 1420 MHz. While the data depicted a clear 21 cm hydrogen line, the Doppler calculation resulted in a meager expansion rate, which we found inadequate for subsequent age calculations. Second, due to the pulsar’s gradual loss of rotational energy over time, its period and period derivatives allowed us to extrapolate a formation date. We adjusted the telescope to low resolution at 1395 MHz. Age determinations reveal stages in SNR life cycles and support or disprove SNR-PSR associations. Several factors, including background radio interference, could impact the spectrum scans. However, the pulsar data produced an actual age within 50 years of the supernova’s verified explosion, confirming this method’s relative accuracy.
Efektivitas Penggunaan Media Sosial terhadap Pemasaran Perumahan pada PT Borneo Real Properti (Studi Kasus PT Borneo Real Properti Kota Baru Pontianak)
Authors: Nugroho Nugroho , Firayanti Yuni , Syaifudin Syarif Muhammad
Published: August 2024

PT. Borneo Real Properti is a part of the PT Fachri Property Group, part of the largest property developer in West Kalimantan which operates in the property sector (Real Estate). ). This company was founded on June 7 2018, founded by Mr. Mochammad Fachri S, Sos. PT Borneo Real Properti utilizes social media in marketing housing. The efforts made are by carrying out promotions on several social media such as Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, YouTube and Tiktok. In this research, data was obtained through informants. The informants in this research are consumers, potential consumers, marketing staff, and HRD managers.  This research aims to determine the effectiveness of social media on housing marketing at PT Borneo Real Properti. This research is qualitative research. Data collection through interviews, observation and documentation. Analyze this research data using qualitative data analysis. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that social media is effective in marketing housing as seen from the fact that after using social media PT Borneo Real Properti's consumers increase every month and housing sales increase every year. Barriers to marketing housing via social media are expensive advertising costs and competition between property companies with interesting content on social media.
Pengaruh Fasilitas dan Kualitas Pelayanan terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan BUMDes Desa Betak Kecamatan Kalidawir Tulungagung
Authors: Mabtukha Sahrotul , Suryaningsih Tutut
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of facilities and service quality on customer satisfaction of BUMDes in Betak Village, Kalidawir District. There is a gap in this research. There is a research gap, namely regarding this research and previous research. This research is quantitative research. The population in this research is visitors to BUMDes Betak Village. In this research, non-probability sampling was used to determine the number of respondents using the random sampling method with 88 respondents. For the research method used, namely observation and questionnaires, the data analysis used was multiple linear regression. The research results showed that. The results of this research show the influence of service quality on customer satisfaction of BUMDes des Betak, Kalidawir Tulungagung District. This is proven by tcount > ttable 6.345 > 1.988 and significant 0.000 < 0.05. So H0 is rejected, H1 is accepted, there is a significant influence on facilities (X1), there is an influence on customer satisfaction of BUMDes, Betak Village, Kalidawir Tuungagung District. There is an influence of service quality (X2) which has a value of tcount > ttable, namely 3.830 > 1.988 and a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05, so H0 is rejected. H1 is accepted, which means there is a significant influence of service quality (X2) on customer satisfaction of BUMDes in Betak Village, Kalidawir District. Tulungagung This shows that 70.7% of the change in the customer satisfaction variable (Y) is influenced by the facility variable (X1) and service quality (X2) while the remaining 29.3% is influenced by other factors outside the facility variable (X1) and service quality. (X2).
Studi Meta Analisis Pengaruh Perilaku Konsumen terhadap Pembayaran Digital
Authors: Rizkiyah Ainun , Windriyati Windriyati , Qarinah Uzzatul , Izza Ahmad Aisa , Nugraha Budi Sutiono Pratama
Published: August 2024

This study aims to analyze the influence of consumer behavior on the adoption of digital payments using meta-analysis methods. Data were collected from six studies involving e-wallet usage in various cities in Indonesia. Trust and ease of use were found to have a significant impact on the adoption of digital payments, with a Fisher's z-transformed correlation coefficient of 0.4381 (95% CI: 0.0796 to 0.7966). Statistical analysis revealed significant heterogeneity among the studies (Q(5) = 102.2233, p < 0.0001, tau² = 0.1912, I² = 95.3110%), indicating variation in the findings. Validity and reliability tests showed that the questionnaire items used were valid and reliable. Publication bias tests through Begg and Mazumdar Rank Correlation, Egger's Regression, and the Trim and Fill method indicated no strong evidence of publication bias. The funnel plot showed a symmetrical distribution, indicating reliable and unbiased results. These findings provide insights for service providers and policymakers to develop effective strategies to enhance digital payment adoption, highlighting the importance of building consumer trust and improving ease of use.
Stable and Shifting Values Created by Physical, Agonistic, and Sport Cultures on the Axis of Time
Authors: Lebed Felix
Published: August 2024

Physical and agonistic cultures form the bedrock of human culture and give rise to sport culture. Together and separately, this trio forges unique social values. Some of these values, such as the pursuit of physical excellence and the principles of agonistic social interactions, have been long celebrated. Meanwhile, other values have evolved into contemporary cultural norms, including ideologies stemming from the quest for physical perfection, like eugenics and racial theories. My research explores the evolution of various values within these cultural spheres across an extensive historical scale. The analysis, once again, sharpens well-known sociological findings about ethical deviations and negative shifts toward a desire for rapid improvement of human "material" that frequently occur within totalitarian regimes significantly swayed by ideological biases. This insight leads to a discussion within a specific part of conflict theory in sociology focused on Antonio Gramsci's concept of "hegemony," which suggests that any altered values (superstructures) are a result of the formed by intellectuals prevailing ideologies that dominate a particular historical period, shaping its cultural priorities. Analyzing different superstructures I propose an antithesis: stable cultural trends (structures), emerging from deep-rooted biosocial interactions among people, are immutable because they even precede the economic foundations of society.
The Role of an Integrated Theoretical Approach in Investigating the Self-Regulated Strategy Use of Highly Able Students and Those With Learning Difficulties in the Ib Diploma Programme
Authors: Forrest Sandra
Published: August 2024

This qualitative multiple case study explored how high-achieving International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme students and Diploma Programme students with learning difficulties develop self-regulated learning (SRL) within a context in which teachers were trying to align their pedagogy more closely with that of the IB. An integrated theoretical stance drawing upon a situated model and social cognitive and information processing theories contributed valuable insights. Methods included collecting work samples and accompanying written reflections; semi-structured interviews; and school report teacher comments. Results confirm that the IB’s student-centred, process-focused pedagogical approach has the potential for promoting SRL and suggest that, because of this, the IB Diploma Programme may be suitable for university-bound students with learning difficulties. This finding reflects a significant gap in the field of learning difficulties. Results also suggest that students with learning difficulties benefit from strategy guidance more than their highly able peers do, and that epistemic awareness is a key factor in determining strategy effectiveness. These findings reflect significant gaps in the field of self-regulated learning, particularly in relation to students with learning difficulties, the IB Diploma Programme, and the role of epistemic awareness.