bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF COOPERATIVE LEARNING APPROACH IN VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT OF INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS
Authors: Aniqa Rafique, Zahida Mansoor, Tayyana Bint-e-Mehmood
Published: February 2022

The study aims to investigate the effectiveness of cooperative learning approach in the vocabulary development of intermediate students. Vocabulary provides a sound grip to an individual in building up their confidence. While getting admission in any discipline in Pakistan, one-third of the admission tests focus on English language proficiency and majority of the students are unable to understand the language of the tests owing to insufficient vocabulary knowledge and the failure to perform well has been frequently attributed to teacher-centered pedagogies and traditional classrooms (Mahmood & Ahmad, 2010). The study uses quantitative research design. The sample of eighty students studying at intermediate level in a local government college was selected using the purposive sampling technique. Data was collected using pre-test and post-test. The results of the research reveal that the cooperative learning approach is super useful in word bank development as the students performed better in Collaborative Learning Environment.The study recommends that the teacher trainings for the intermediate level be improved in such a way that they incorporate the effectiveness of cooperative learning approach, thus assessing the needs and requirements of a particular class of the intermediate students to provide them with an effective learning experience.
Implementasi Asesmen Autentik Al-Qur’an Hadits: Studi Kasus Al-Islam Giwangan Yogyakarta
Authors: Matofiani Reni , Prastowo Andi
Published: March 2022

Education is very important in human life. Therefore, with education, it is necessary to have an assessment that can measure whether the learning that has taken place is in accordance with the objectives or core competencies. So authentic assessment plays a very important role in measuring the domains of attitudes, skills and knowledge. The purpose of this study is to describe the implementation of authentic research in learning the Qur'an Hadith at MI Al-Islam Giwangan Yogyakarta. Meanwhile, this research method uses case study research with a qualitative approach. The result of this study is that the implementation of an authentic assessment of class XI on the subjects of the Qur'an hadith at MI Al-Islam Giwangan Yogyakarta has been carried out well, covering the assessment of the cognitive, affective, and psychomotor domains. In the cognitive domain, the teacher uses assignment techniques, quizzes, midterm exams, and final exams. Specifically for the affective domain, the teacher uses observation, self-assessment, and peer-assessment techniques. The psychomotor domain uses the technique of expressing opinions, discussions, and rearranging the truncated verses, both hadith and projects. While the evaluation that needs to be improved is the lack of enthusiasm for learning for students and inadequate classrooms for students.
Efek Antihiperlipidemia Kombucha Daun Kari (Murraya koenigii (L.) Spreng) pada Tikus Putih Jantan (Rattus norvegicus) yang Diinduksi Dengan High Fat dan PTU
Authors: Fujiko Muflihah , Napitupulu Hardyanto
Published: February 2022

Daun kari (Murraya koenigii (L.) Spreng) merupakan tanaman yang sering digunakan pada bumbu masakan yang tinggi lemak karena daun kari mengandung senyawa metabolit sekunder sepertialkaloid, glikosida, dan flavonoid yang berfungsi untuk menghambat pertumbuhan radikal bebas dan menurunkan kadar kolesterol. Umumnya daun kari diproses secara tradisional dalam bentuk sederhana, sedangkan penelitian akan mengolah daun kari dalam bentuk minuman fermentasi berupa teh kombucha. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui proses pembuatan teh kombucha daun kari dan mengetahui efek antihiperlipidemia. Penelitian ini bersifat deskriptif dan eksperimental, meliputi pengumpulan bahan, pembuatan simplisia, skrining fitokimia, fermentasi kombucha daun kari, evaluasi mutu sediaan, pengujian kadar trigliserida pada tikus dengan teknik Elektrode-Based Biosensor. Tikus yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 25 ekor dan dibagi menjadi 5 kelmpok uji.K1 (blanko negatif), K2 (simvastatin), K3 (dosis 100 ml), K4 (dosis 150 ml), K5 (dosis 200 ml) yang diinduksi menggunakan kuning telur 80% dan PTU 0,2%. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa evaluasi mutu teh kombucha memberikan hasil yang baik terhadap pH 3,08-3,44 dan tidak mengalami perubahan rasa dan bau. Pada kelompok 5 dosis 200 ml dengan pemberian teh kombucha pada hari ke-7 sampai hari ke-15 terbukti terjadinya penurunan kadar kolestrol dari 253,0 mg/dL menjadi 92,2 ml/dL dimana hasil ini mendekati pembanding (simvastatin) dari 247,8 mg/dL menjadi 79,2 mg/dL.
The Importance of Teacher Professionalism in Improving Learning Quality
Authors: Zaleha Zaleha , Fitria Happy , Wahidy Achmad
Published: February 2022

The purpose of this research is to identify and characterize the influence of teacher professionalism in increasing learning quality at SMP Negeri 2 Tanjung Lago in Banyuasin Regency. This is a qualitative research method using a descriptive approach. The following data gathering methods were used: (1) observation; (2) interviews; and (3) documentation. Techniques for analyzing research data include (1) data reduction, (2) data presentation, and (3) data verification/conclusion. According to the study's findings, the role of teacher professionalism in improving the quality of learning at SMP Negeri 2 Tanjung Lago, Banyuasin Regency can be described as active, with teachers planning ahead of time in preparing lesson plans, carrying out learning in accordance with the established curriculum, and referring to the Minister Regulation, where the educational process leads to a character approach using a contextual approach. Furthermore, every mid-semester, every semester, the instructor reviews the learning outcomes.
Hva synes barn om dyreartene?
Authors: Ødegårdstuen Torill , Bjerke Tore
Published: March 2022

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Meningkatkan Kesadaran Masyarakat untuk Memberdayakan Diri di Era Covid-19 Kecamatan Tongas Kabupaten Probolinggo
Authors: Septiandika Verto , Jailani Mahfudz
Published: February 2022

Virus covid-19 menyebabkan dunia mengalami pandemi, akibatnya banyak negara mengalami gangguan di hampir seluruh sektor tak terkecuali sektor kesehatan, ekonomi dan pendidikan. Di Indonesia sendiri, penyebaran virus covid-19 terbilang cukup mengkhawatirkan, pasalnya tiap update terakhir bulan Februari 2021 penyebaran virus covid-19 bisa mencapai 10.000 kasus per hari. Untuk menghambat penyebaran virus covid-19 pemerintah menghimbau seluruh masyarakat menerapkan pola hidup baru yakni dengan 3M (Memakai masker, Mencuci tangan, Menjaga jarak). Dalam membantu himbauan dari pemerintah mengenai pencegahan Covid 19 tersebut, Kuliah Kerja Nyata Universitas Panca Marga Probolinggo Tahun 2021 mengadakan program kerja pengabdian masyarakat terkait edukasi bahaya covid dan pencegahannya terutama di wilayah Kecamatan Tongas Kabupaten Probolinggo. Berdasarkan identifikasi masalah, program pengabdian tersebut berfokus pada: 1) Bimbingan belajar mengajar keapada siswa terdampat Covid 19; 2) Sosialisasi pentingnya penanggulangan Stunting dalam peningkatan kesejahteraan masyarakat di masa pandemi Covid 19; 3) Penyaluran Alat Pelindung Diri (APD) berupa masker, Hand Sanitizer dan alat cuci tangan; 4) Pembinaan UMKM dalam pengembangan inovasi produk baru. Ada tiga metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan ini , yaitu edukasi, sosialisasi, dan evaluasi program. Metode dalam pengumpulan data kegiatan pengabdian ini menggunakan teknik wawancara, dokumentasi dan kuisioner. Selain membantu pemerintah dalam menekan laju penyebaran covid-19, tujuan dari program- program tersebut yakni untuk peningkatan kesadaran masyarakat dalam menerapkan pola hidup bersih dan sehat di tengah pandemic covid-19.
Association of Primary Subfertility in Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome with BMI and Waist Circumference
Authors: Waheed Fakarunissa , Muhabat Qamarunissa , Bhatti Urooj , Effendi Sadia , . Koshila , Mumtaz Firdous
Published: March 2022

Background: To determine the association of primary subfertility in Polycystic Ovaries with BMI and waist circumference. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed from 01-08-2018 to 01-08-2019 at the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Indus Medical College, Tando Muhammad Khan on (n=245) diagnosed with polycystic ovaries in the age group of 18 to 49 years. The study population, having diabetes mellitus, increased prolactin levels, disturbed thyroid function, congenital adrenal hyperplasia, and the couples with contraceptive measures were not included. Mean ± SD was computed for numerical data, frequencies and percentages were computed for qualitative data. Chi-square was used as a test of significance with a P-value <0.05 as significant. Results: The mean ± SD age of these women was 33.46±6.71 years with a range from 18 to 45 years. The proportion of subfertility in PCOS was 40.41%. The frequency of subfertility in PCO increases from normal weight to obesity significantly. (P-value <0.01) Additionally; women presenting with PCOS and increased waist circumference had a higher frequency of subfertility. (P-value <0.01). Conclusion: A much higher proportion of women with PCOS who present with obesity, overweight, and higher waist circumference were subfertile. With early screening and treatment for PCOS, weight control also is necessary to prevent the big issue of subfertility. Keywords: Obesity, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Subfertility.
nursing internship in COVID-19 times
Authors: Macías María Liliana Calderón , Velázquez María del Rosario Herrera , Alvia Aida Monserrate Macías , Avila Gema Margarita Reyes , Alvia María Jacqueline Macías
Published: March 2022

The objective of the research is to know how nursing students fulfill the rotating internship service, knowing that this is a mandatory program in medicine, nursing, obstetrics, and nutrition careers in higher education institutions in Ecuador. To complete this program, students apply and deepen the knowledge acquired in their previous levels of training. An analysis of the situation of intern nursing students during the pandemic caused by SARs CoV2 is presented. The regulations for the development of the internship were analyzed, evidencing educational gaps in biosafety matters and it became necessary to reorient the current regulations for the realization of the rotating internship and other clinical practices in terms of the functions of the interns and the obligations of the establishments of Health. It is concluded that the rotating nursing internship program must be reviewed and analyzed to prevent students from risking their physical and mental health in practice, for this, the Ministry of Public Health of Ecuador and the universities must reorient inter-institutional agreements towards the health care and optimal training of future professionals.
Project Risk Management Process and Performance of Mpazi Channel Construction Project in Nyabugogo, Kigali-Rwanda
Authors:   Mount Kenya University, Rwanda, Igihozo Liliose , Irechukwu Eugenia Nkechi ,   Mount Kenya University, Rwanda
Published: February 2022

The general objective of this research was to assess the risk management process and project performance. The descriptive research design with a mixed qualitative and quantitative approach was used to a sample of 118 respondents selected from 168 target population using stratified sampling technique and Sloven’s formula. SPSS Statistical software was used in the analysis of the collected data into descriptive statistics by the help of mean and standard deviation. The inferential statistics were also analyzed as regression and correlation analysis. The results of this research have shown that project risk identification and performance of Mpazi channel construction project has a highly positive and significant relationship, with a coefficient of correlation of 0.970 and sig=.000, which is less than 0.05 level significance. The correlation results have also revealed r=0.979 and sig=0.00 which is less than 0.05 level of significance, hence proving a highly positive and significant relationship between project risk management strategy and performance of Mpazi channel construction project. The correlation results have also shown an r =0.985 and sig=0.00 which is less than 0.05 proving significant and positive relationship between project risk plan response and Mpazi Channel construction project performance. The research also found that a combination of project risk identification, risk management plan and risk plan response contributed to 97.5 percent (R2= 0.975) of the Mpazi Channel construction project success. Thus, the researcher concluded that the project risk management procedure has an impact on the performance of the Mpazi Channel construction project. Basing on the findings of the study, researcher recommends that a formal and planned project risk management procedure should be implemented throughout project planning to key construction personnel, support staff, and laborers. Keywords: Project Risk Management Process, Project Performance, Construction, Rwanda
Neonatal Pneumothorax in Late Preterm and Full-Term Newborns with respiratory Distress: A Single-Center Experience
Authors: Kim Eun-Ah , Jung Jae-Hun , Lee Sang-Yoon , Park Sook-Hyun , Kim Ji Sook
Published: March 2022

Purpose: To evaluate the incidence rate, clinical characteristics, and perinatal outcomes of pneumothorax in late preterm and full-term newborns with respiratory distress and analyze the risk factors associated with pneumothorax.Methods: Infants born at ≥34 weeks’ gestation with respiratory distress and pneumothorax admitted between February 2014 and December 2020 were enrolled in this study. The pneumothorax group (n=36) was matched to the control group (n=144) in a 1:4 ratio, based on gestational age and birth weight. Risk factors were identified using logistic regression analysis with backward stepwise selection.Results: The incidence of pneumothorax during the study period was 1.36% (38/2,788). All patients were diagnosed with pneumothorax within 48 hours after birth, and increased oxygen demand was the most common symptom. The proportion of mortality and perinatal morbidity, such as intraventricular hemorrhage ≥grade 3, was significantly higher in the pneumothorax group than in the control group. The risk factors associated with pneumothorax were the need for positive pressure ventilation in the delivery room (odds ratio [OR], 3.40; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.26 to 9.12; P=0.015) and a higher fraction of inspired oxygen to achieve an oxygen saturation of ≥90% on admission (OR, 1.06; 95% CI, 1.03 to 1.09; P<0.001).Conclusion: Pneumothorax should be suspected in late preterm and full-term newborns with respiratory distress within the first 3 days of life. Based on these risk factors, early diagnosis can reduce perinatal mortality and morbidity.
Left Flank Pain: is it Renal Colic Or Contralateral Pathology…?
Authors: Mashhor Alawi Al-
Published: February 2022

Background Acute aortic dissection is an uncommon but life-threatening emergency, which is often missed in up to 38% of patients on initial evaluation, and in up to 28% of patients, the diagnosis is made at autopsy. Painless aortic dissection has been reported, but is relatively uncommon. The mortality rates are estimated at 50% by 48 hours and increase by 1% per hour if undiagnosed. Case presentation We report a case of atypical aortic dissection who presented to ER with subtle unspecific contralateral renal colicky like pain as a primary symptom, which had made the prompt diagnosis very challenging and difficult. Patient had no history of any chronic disease. Vital signs and abdominal examination were normal. Provisional diagnosis of renal colic was made, analgesic was given to control the pain. Laboratory result showed (4+) RBCS in point of care strip testing otherwise were unremarkable, and CT KUB was requested. Provisional CT-KUB reported by radiologist as unremarkable for any genitourinary pathology. On careful review of the above plain CT by emergency physician, there was ecstatic flap like calcification of thoraco-abdominal aorta. Urgent CT with contrast was requested which confirmed Stanford B aortic dissection. Conclusion Proper diagnosis of acute aortic dissection can be difficult when patients present atypically, especially with subtle unspecific symptoms. Aortic dissection is to be considered, even without the presence of characteristic pain in elderly specifically and high-risk patients. A heightened level of attention with low threshold of requesting proper imaging elderly or those with high-risk patient with back or flank pain, are needed for better diagnosis and exclude other catastrophic causes like aortic dissection. Also emphasizing on emergency physicians review of the images in emergency department and integration of radiology training in emergency medicine program, which helps in prompt diagnosis.
Geometrical Theory of the Periodical Spheroid Transformation in Modelling of the Ecology Hybrid Electric and Modular Aircraft/ Airship and Flight Simulation
Authors: LP Ponyaev
Published: February 2022

This article is devoted to the search for the Geometry Periodic Table Regularities architect structures in the space-group set and 2D/3D integrating variation of the any Geometric Transformations of the polar Spheroid shells models and Adaptive Simulation of the Synthesis of integral-differential layouts of the Aircraft and Airship and their Full Flight or Processing Training Simulations with spherical visual panoramic screen matrix. Using idea as the periodic table of the variety of elements proposed by Mendeleev DI., which allows us to naturally discover new yet unknown elements, it is possible to create a similar geometric table-matrix of element-by-element transformation of the layout forms of the aircraft for the development of a digital computer modeling complex in an Artificial intelligence environment, as a digital double of a qualified human designer. Perhaps the industry of electric vehicles and electric water transport and space projects can follow this path, as it is flexibly and variously
“¿Nuestro nuevo hogar?” [Our new home?]: Examining Puerto Rican Migration and Conceptions of Home, Place-Making, and Belonging
Authors: Blackwell Rebecca , Rosa Alessandra , Aranda Elizabeth
Published: March 2022

In recent years, the largest population movement from Puerto Rico to the continental United States in over fifty years has occurred following a prolonged economic crisis, exacerbated by the humanitarian disaster that took place after the archipelago was struck by Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. Since September 2017, just under 200,000 Puerto Ricans have relocated to the continental United States, the largest number migrating to Florida. Yet not much is known about the adaptation of this population who relocated postdisaster. To contribute to the scholarly literature on Latino integration and based on data from in-depth interviews with 19 Puerto Ricans who moved to Central Florida both before and after the hurricanes of 2017, we focus on the ways in which Puerto Ricans conceptualize home and belonging. We also examine how place-making and belonging are related to emotions, an often-neglected dimension in the study of migrant integration. We engage with literature on space and place and draw from research on emotions and migration to propose five conceptions of home among migrants: home as family, home as identity, home as pleasure, home as community, and home as plausibility.
Preliminary Evaluation of the Anti-sickling and Polymerization Time Rate of Aqueous Extracts of Beta Vulgaris (Beetroot) on Sickle Cell Disorder (In-vitro model)
Authors: Uronnachi Emmanuel , Onyezebe Michael , Nduka Sunday , Umeyor Chukwuebuka
Published: March 2022

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Sickle cell disease is an autosomal recessive genetic haematological disorder. Therapeutic approaches involve symptomatic management using conventional pharmacologic agents and substances of plant origin. This work was aimed at evaluating the in-vitro anti-sickling and polymerisation time rate effects of aqueous extracts of Beta vulgaris(beetroot)on sickle cell disease. Aqueous extraction of the beetroot was carried out. Phytochemical tests were conducted. Blood samples were collected from sickle cell patients. Osmotic fragility test and percentage haemolysis in different concentrations of NaCl (0 to 0.9 %w/v) were evaluated. Anti-sickling evaluation was done by inducing sickling in cells using 2 % sodium metabisulphite, while polymerization rate was determined. Phytochemical tests results revealed the presence of terpenoids, saponins and carbohydrate. The beetroot extract showed a significant reduction of the sickled cells from 89.1 to 35.6 % by the 5 %w/v beetroot and from 89.1 to 36.47 % by 2.5 %w/v beetroot, while the chemical standard (para hydroxybenzoic acid) reduced the sickled cells from 89.1 to 30.9 %. Polymerization rate was reduced from 1.52 to 1.17 % by the 5 % w/v beetroot and from 1.66 to 1.22 % by 2.5 %w/v beetroot over 30 min, while para hydroxybenzoic acid reduced the polymerization rate from 1.66 to 1.19 %. Beetroot aqueous extract reduced the percentage of sickled cells, rate of haemoglobin polymerization, and osmotic fragility of sickled red blood cells with results comparable to standard treatment agents. Aqueous extract of beetroot may be used as alternative agent to para hydroxybenzoic acid in sickle cell disease management.
Phytochemical Investigation of the Stem Bark of Securidaca longipedunculata Fresen (Polygalaceae) (I)
Authors: Suleiman Abubakar Umar , Danmalam Umar Habib , Ibrahim Hajara , Maiha Bilkisu Bello , Rasheed-Jada Hadiza , Sani Abdullahi Muhammad
Published: March 2022

Securidaca longipedunculata is a medicinal plant with a long history of use in Nigeria and in many parts of Africa. Different classes of phytochemicals were isolated and identified from the root of this plant, however, the phytochemistry of the stem bark is not widely investigated; thus, this study was aimed at identifying the phytochemical constituents of the stem bark. Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LCMS/MS) analysis of a fraction (fraction DDK-6) obtained from the column chromatography of the ethylacetate extract of S. longipedunculata stem bark was conducted on a Waters Synapt G2 quadrupole time of flight mass spectrometer using positive mode of ionization. The results suggested that 5,7-dihydroxy-6-methyl-3-(2’,4’-dihydroxybenzyl)-chroman-4-one was the major component of fraction DDK-6. Other compounds identified in this fraction include geranyl hydroquinone, 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-6,8-dimethyl-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-4-one,4-hydroxy-3,4-dihydro-1H-isoquinoline-2- carboxidamide, 3-(1,3-benzodi-oxol-5-yl-4-morpholinyl)-3-(2-hydroxy-4,6-dimethoxyphenyl)-1-propanone, 1,3,7-trihydroxy-2-(3-methyl-2-butenyl)-8-(3-hydroxy-3-methylbutyl)xanthone, 5,7-dihydroxy-6-methyl-3-(4-hydroxybenzyl)-chroman-4-one,[(7R,8R)-7-[(Z)-2-methylbut-2-+enoyl]oxy-5,6,7,8-tetrahydro-3H-pyrrolizin-1-yl]methyl(2R)-2,3-dihydroxy-2-[(1S)-1-hydroxyethyl]-3-methyl butanoate, (Z)-Octadec-9-enamide, [(2R,3S,4S,5R,6S)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-[2-(hydroxymethyl)phenoxy]oxan-2-yl]methylbenzoate and (1S,4R)-7-Methoxycalamenen-3-one. The present study has tentatively identified the presence of these compounds in the stem bark of S. longipedunculata, and studies are currently on-going to isolate them in their pure forms.
Awareness And Willingness-To-Pay For Rotavirus Vaccine In Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: Ajagu Nnenna , Ugoma Maureen , Okafor Obiageri , Ekwunife Obinna , Ogbonna Brian , Okpalanma Nneoma , Mmaduekwe Hilda , Aghahowa Sylvester
Published: March 2022

Rotavirus is the most common cause of severe diarrhea. Worldwide prevalence of the virus is high and Nigeria is yet to adopt the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommendation for global inclusion of rotavirus vaccine into the national program on immunization due to the high cost of the vaccine. The study assessed Nigerian mothers' awareness of rotavirus infection, the importance of the rotavirus vaccine, its acceptance, and their willingness-to-pay (WTP) value for the vaccine. A quantitative study was carried out at eligible immunization units in Anambra State, using a self-administered validated questionnaire. Yamane's sample size formula was used to get the sample size and data collected from eligible mothers were collated using Microsoft Excel, 2010. Various outcomes were determined with a Chi-square test using SPSS (Ver. 20.0 for Windows, Inc., Chicago, IL, USA). Of the 376 mothers assessed, the maximum amount most of the women were willing to pay was less than 1000 naira per dose of the vaccine. WTP amount and knowledge of RV infection were statistically associated with the level of education and average total income per month of the mothers (p< 0.05).  There was no statistically significant difference in outcomes observed with the different study settings. There was poor awareness of rotavirus infection among mothers as well as poor awareness of the importance of the rotavirus vaccine, but most mothers were willing to pay a maximum of 1, 000.00 Naira [$3.0] per dose for the vaccine.
Less known herbal remedy for gastritis used in Lakhimpur district of Assam, India
Authors: Roy Dilip , Odyuo Nripemo
Published: February 2022

A less known herbal preparation of 3 Angiospermic plant species used for gastritis by local inhabitants around Kakoi Reserve forest of Lakhimpur, Assam is reported in this paper. Methodology of this herbal preparation and other uses of these plant species recorded from the district along with vernacular names, identifying characters and habitats are also provided in this communication.
Preliminary Qualitative Phytochemical Studies of Different Extracts of Adiantum Incisum Forssk. in Doon Valley, Uttarakhand
Authors: Singh Maneesha , Singh Arun , Singh Chhaya , Pande H.C.
Published: February 2022

The present study was carried out on the phytochemical evaluation of Adiantum incisum Forssk. (Adiantiaceae) in Doon valley, situated in foot hills of Himalayas. Dried plant material was subjected to soxhlet extraction using seven different solvents in the increasing order of their polarity. Phytochemical screening showed the presence of alkaloids, proteins, carbohydrates, cardiac glycosides, saponins, tannins and phenols, triterpenoids in different extracts of the plant while the absence of flavonoids, steroids, fats and oils in all the extracts.
Conservation of Corymborkis veratrifolia (Reinw.) Blume – a rare and threatened orchid
Authors: Rabha N. , Meitei Laishram , Sarma Nandita
Published: February 2022

The paper deals with short taxonomic description along with distribution, phenology and conservation measures of Corymborkis veratrifolia (Reinw.) Blume, listed as rare and threatened species of orchids.
Nutritive value of Cyperus bulbosus Vahl Cyperaceae
Authors: Selvakumari R. , Rajakumar T.J.S.
Published: February 2022

The present paper highlights the uses of Cyperus bulbosus Vahl as food by the villagers of Kanam Puchikadu, a small village near Tiruchendur, Tuticorin district, Tamil Nadu.
Comparison of Gum Tapping Techniques for Gum Karaya - A Gum of Commercial Importance
Authors: Sharma S. , Prasad Niranjan
Published: March 2022

Nine trees of Sterculia urens were selected for experimentation. Out of nine trees, three were used for gum tapping through semicircular blazing and remaining six trees were tapped through gum inducer technique. After one month, each blaze and hole made on the trees were again treated following same technique/method for gum collection. Treatment was done eleven times at an interval of one month during the period of experiment. To know the effect of treatment and treatment interval on gum yield, collection of gum was carried out from each tree separately at monthly interval just before beginning of subsequent treatment operation. Higher diameter tree yielded more gum in both the techniques of gum tapping, however, gum yield was maximum in case of gum inducer technique. The gum inducer technology was found suitable for karaya gum tapping from Sterculia urens trees in Jharkhand region with less harm (17 times by volume) on the trees and more gum production (about 200%) in comparison to semi circular blazing technique of gum tapping.
Field Environment Genetic Variability and Association Analysis in Madhuca Indica Gmel.
Authors: Wani Mohd. , Khare Neelam
Published: February 2022

Twenty genotypes of Madhuca indica Geml. distributed over different sites/locations of district Allahabad and adjoining areas in Uttar Pradesh, in their natural range were investigated for the pattern of field environment genetic variability and association analysis in Madhuca indica. The results revealed, higher values for phenotype coefficient of variation as compared to genotypic coefficient of variation in corresponding germination and seedling growth characters, indicating that the characters are greatly influenced by the field environment. The heritability and expected genetic gain were also observed to be high to moderate for these characters. There is wide scope for early screening of the genotypes because of the positive and significant correlation at 5% level of significance among germination and seedling growth characters with each other except for few characters times with each other such as internodal length with number of leaves per seedling, number of leaves with dry weight of shoot, fresh weight of root and total biomass of seedling. Respectively as such genotypes S20, S12, S9 and S19 showed good performance as compared to other genotypes and are recommended for further genetic improvement programme in this species.
The Role Of The PAI Teacher In Implementing The Values Of Inter-Religious Tolerance In Students
Authors: Tabroni Imam , Abdillah Diki Muhammad , Nurjanah Siti , Fakhrunnisa Syarah
Published: March 2022

Indonesia is a pluralistic country that has a variety of ethnic groups, cultures, and religions that differ from one another. These differences, especially religious differences, are of course very risky to trigger disputes if the harmony cannot be maintained by each group. Therefore, a figure is needed who is expected to be able to maintain the stability of tolerance that is built between these groups. One of them is a teacher. A teacher, especially an Islamic education teacher, has a big enough contribution to be able to build tolerance that exists in every individual in this country. In this paper, the author tries to express the important roles that PAI teachers have in instilling an attitude of tolerance for religious diversity. This study uses the Library Research method in which researchers obtain data by studying and recording books, archives or documents, and matters related to research . After conducting the research, the authors conclude that PAI teachers have three important roles in instilling tolerance between religious communities in their students, namely; 1) The teacher organizes students in respecting fellow students and is accustomed to respecting when someone speaks in class, 2) The teacher instills the value of tolerance with an attitude of mutual cooperation in helping between school members and religious activities regardless of inter-religious background, and 3) To instill religious tolerance, PAI teachers must be supported by the principal and a conducive environment and there must also be adequate facilities.
Perbandingan Berbagai Model Peramalan Indeks Harga Saham Gabungan (IHSG) Di Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Siregar Bakti , Pangruruk F. Anthon , Widjaja Preya Artha
Published: March 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has a negative impact on various sectors, including the stock market where many people are hesitant to invest in stocks, especially in Indonesia. This condition is due to anxiety and the inability to control random influences in the field of buying and selling shares. However, investors can still get benefits in investing in stocks if every decision is made by using the best model to predict the future trend and determine their optimized portfolio. Therefore, this study aims to compare several models that can forecast the Composite Stock Price Index (IHSG). The results confirmed that the Prophet model is the best. These results are confirmed by observing the MAE, MAPE, MASE, SMAPE, RMSE, and R- squared.
Analisis Agenda Setting Pemberitaan MotoGP Mandalika Pada RRI Mataram
Authors: Hayatun Sofian  , Yulanda Trisula SY  , Sandi Justitia Putra  , Lalu Ahmad Rahmat  , I Made Putra Suryantara
Published: February 2022

This research has an important urgency because the public will tend to pay attention to the things that are the priority of mass media coverage. The media setting agenda can relate the possible effects of influencing public opinion or opinion so that it does not only pay attention to priority news but also learns how important the way the mass media prioritizes news topics is. Formulate the problem in this study is "How is the agenda setting of the Mandalika MotoGP News RRI Mataram?" The research approach used by the researcher is qualitative. Determination of the main issues and other supporting news through a long process that is discussed in the agenda setting meeting. The negative and positive sides of the MotoGP event will be published in news bulletins so that reporters will be assigned to the field to find sources. The selection of sources is adjusted to the topic of the news/coverage. Resource persons are selected based on the competence of the position, the suitability of the substance of the problem and the ability to act as a decision maker. After the news topics are determined, the next job is to do the coverage. Coverage is done to dig up data and facts, to be processed into news. This is where the reporter plays a very important role. The reporter's tenacity and tenacity are tested, because coverage is not always easy because sources are often hard to find. Therefore the reporter must make a coverage plan. The coverage plan must include the following: What or who will be the object/subject of the coverage, Where will the coverage be carried out, What information will be obtained (Questions should be prepared in the form of open-ended questions) What is the angle of the news?, Who Will the right sources be found to strengthen the news?.The researcher concludes that Agenda Setting is a forum for discussing the main topic or issue based on considerations such as the issue being discussed by the community How significant the issue is for the community or listeners The issue can also be considered from whether other media carry it Agenda Setting has a very important and strategic role in concocting and framing news, especially about the MotoGP world motorcycle racing event at the Mandalika Circuit, Central Lombok. Even from the agenda setting, synergistic communication was created by reporters, editors and deputy editors who were very harmonious even though there were debates in determining the main issues to be presented in the RRI Mataram news bulletin. RRI Mataram as a Public Broadcasting Institution in MotoGP reporting is independent and neutral so that the information does not favor certain parties but is more in the public interest.
Bridging Digital Communication Amongst Digital Natives
Authors: Suharyono Yakobus
Published: February 2022

Distance learning becomes critical alternative in educational practices. Digital technology is becoming an opportunity. Don Tapscott’s net-gen proposes the upcoming phenomenon of the digital-natives which are somewhat different from those of digital-immigrants. This research observed digitally distance educational learning teaching activity occured amongst digital-natives conduted by using GoogleMeet, GoogleClassroom, WhatsApp platform and YouTube.com Channel. It aims to portray how distance learning activity was implemented amongst the elementary students in the era of covid-19 pandemic in Bekasi. The observation was done by joining into social media group of students and teachers. The result shows that both interpersonal perspectives and educational philosophical aspects must be put together sinergically into distance class on the basis of technological competences and literacy in educational environment on which the value of social compassions amongst learners must be encouraged too. When they are sinergically melted in the process of learning communication and relations, the optimal academic performance was possibly gained.
Theories used by nurses to promote patient safety practices: A scoping review
Authors: Almeida Ítalo L.S. , Ramos Natana M. , Andrade Ítalo R.C. , Carvalho Rhanna E.F.L. , Silva Lúcia F. , Oliveira Shérida K.P. , Anjos Sawori J.S.B.
Published: February 2022

Aim: To review available scientific evidence in the literature on theories that have been used to promote patient safety practices in the hospital environment.Methods: Design: A scoping review was conducted using the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses extension for Scoping Reviews checklist. Method: the study was conducted between October and November 2020. The following databases were used to identify studies: Medline, Lilacs, BDENF, CINAHL, and Scielo Library. The following search key terms were used: “Patient Safety” AND “Nursing Theory” OR “Nursing Theories”. Thirty-two studies were selected and analyzed, composing the review corpus. The studies were read and critically analyzed, followed by the discussion and interpretation of the results with the presentation of the identified evidence. The analysis was carried out using a descriptive method.Results: The 32 articles that made up the study sample were published between 2006 and 2020 in 14 different countries and indicated the use of 34 different theories.Conclusions: By analyzing the study sample, it was possible to identify nursing theories and theories in other fields of science. Some theories have been applied in the foundation of safe nursing care in different contexts and situations or the analysis and creation of safety culture protocols for healthcare organizations.
Manajemen Peningkatan Kemampuan Berhitung Siswa Tunagrahita Ringan dengan Menggunakan Media Dadu Kancing Pada Mata Pelajaran Matematika Kelas IV SLB Bina Kasih dan SLB YPLAB Wartawan Kota Bandung
Authors: Bagestra Andi Mulya , Wasliman Iim , Karyana Kakay
Published: March 2022

Latar belakang penelitian adalah terbatasnya media pembelajaran untuk siswa tunagrahita ringan, membuat guru kesulitan memberikan pembelajaran, sehingga dibutuhkan media untuk membantu siswa tunagrahita ringan belajar berhitung. Siswa tunagrahita ringan masih bisa dilatih dan dikembangkan. Oleh karena itu pembelajaran bagi siswa tunagrahita ringan berfokus pada fungsi fisik, psikologis serta penciptaan benda-benda fungsional yang sesuai, maka diperlukan media pembelajaran yang untuk siswa tunagrahita ringan. Tujuan penelitian untuk memperoleh gambaran tentang perencanaan, pelaksanaan, evaluasi, masalah-masalah dan solusi untuk pembelajaran berhitung. Landasan teori yang digunakan adalah teori manajemen menurut George R. Terry dan teori kemampuan berhitung menurut Susanto. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kualitatif dengan metode deskriptif, sedangkan teknik pengumpulan data adalah wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi. Temuan data hasil penelitian; (1) pada tahap perencanaan guru telah berhasil, dapat dilihat dari proses penyusunan perencanaan pembelajaran yang diawali dengan menganalisis standar kompetensi lulusan, menganalisis dan mengkaji silabus, membuat analisis kompetensi inti dan kompetensi dasar yang dikaitkan dengan materi pembelajaran, yang kemudian dijabarkan ke dalam bentuk indikator pencapaian kompetensi. (2) pada tahap pelaksanaan guru telah berhasil namun membutuhkan waktu untuk menyelesaikan kegiatan inti. (3) tahap evaluasi guru telah berhasil dapat dilihat dari evaluasi yang dilakukan tahap tes dan nontes hasilnya sangat baik. (4) tahap masalahmasalah terdapat beberapa masalah seperti siswa yang belum siap belajar, kurangnya waktu untuk memberikan pembelajaran kepada semua siswa dan tidak ada media pembelajaran yang baru. (5) tahap solusi terdapat beberapa seperti siswa harus sering mengulang pembelajaran dirumah agar lebih siap saat disekolah, guru harus memiliki asisten agar tugas pembelajaran dikelas dapat berbagi tugas dan waktu akan lebih efisien, media dadu kancing adalah media yang cocok digunakan untuk pembelajaran dikedua sekolah. Simpulan penelitian, guru telah berhasil melakukan tahap perencanaan, pelaksanaan, evaluasi, masalah dan solusi.
Manajemen Pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris melalui Contextual Teaching And Learning untuk Meningkatkan Prestasi Belajar Siswa Mts Darul Ulum dan Mts Al Imam
Authors: Istanti Dewi , Sanusi Achmad , Rostini Deti
Published: March 2022

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan data, fakta dan informasi seputar manajemen pembelajaran pada pembelajaran bahasa Inggris menggunakan model pembelajaran Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) untuk meningkatkan prestasi belajar siswa di MTs Darul Ulum dan  MTs Al Imam Cikembar Kabupaten Sukabumi. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode deskriptif analisis dengan menggunakan teknik wawancara, observasi, dan studi dokumentasi. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pada perencanaan manajemen pembelajaran bahasa Inggris melalui Contextual Teaching and Learning (TCL) sudah disusun oleh tim pengembang kurikulum madrasah pada awal tahun pembelajaran dan Kurikulum Madrasah yang digunakan adalah Kurikulum 2013, pada pelaksanaannya dilaksanakan sesuai dengan konsep model Contextual Teaching and Learning (TCL) melalui kegiatan pendahuluan, kegiatan inti (mengamati, mempertanyakan, mengeksplorasi, mengasosiasi, mengkomunikasikan) dan kegiatan penutup. Pada penilaian dilaksanakan melalui penilaian selama proses pembelajaran dengan Authentic Assesment dalam empat aspek berbahasa yaitu: kemampuan mendengarkan (listening), berbicara (speaking), membaca (reading), dan menulis (writing), motivasi belajar meningkat, pembelajaran lebih aktif, dan memudahkan pencapaian tujuan pembelajaran sesuai dengan KKM yang telah ditentukan.
Effects of Different Testing Postures on Hand Grip Strength among Healthy Individuals
Authors: Ashraf Sana , Kiran Qurba , Malik Ayesha , Mubashar Humera , Subhani Ali Hammad , Ahmed Sufian , Saleem Arslan , Ahmed Sohail
Published: March 2022

Grip strength play an important part in measuring strength of upper limb. Certain factors influence the hand grip strength like body stance of the members during the test, position of body and different parts like elbow, lower arm, shoulder and wrist, age and gender, nutritional status, hand outline and appendage length. Objectives: Determine effects of different testing postures (standing, sitting, supine, side lying and prone) on hand grip strength. Methods: A Cross-Sectional study was carried out at Shalamar School of Allied Health Sciences Lahore. This study recruited 45 participants of both gender, age between 18 to 24 years. Hand grip strength of dominant hand is measured in different testing postures (standing, sitting, supine, side lying and prone) by using hand held dynamometer. Correlation of all variables calculated through SPSS. Result:This study showed that hand grip strength was higher in standing position (36.60±10.79) and  lower in prone position  (27.52±8.01).Hand grip strength in sitting and supine position in males and females showed significant difference with standing position and non significant difference with prone position while hand grip strength in prone showed non significant difference with standing, sitting and supine position and significant difference with side lying position. Conclusion: This study concludes that hand grip strength was higher in standing, sitting, and supine position respectively and lower in side lying and prone position.
Effective Use of Technology in Supervision Educational Institutions
Authors: Fatimah Dewi
Published: February 2022

To achieve a quality learning system, first improve the quality of the teacher. In this case, it is the supervisor's job to provide guidance so that teachers can use technology according to their functions and follow technological developments so that they can advance and can achieve the goals set effectively. In increasing the productivity of education, educational institutions must develop according to the times, especially in the field of technology. Learning at these institutions needs to use a series of technological equipment that is able to work more effectively and efficiently according to the needs of the education itself. However, a supervisor must have competence in mastering new technology so that the implementation of supervision can be applied according to his competence.
School Organizational Culture and Achievement Motivation With Teacher Performance at MA Miftahul 'Ulum Tuyau School
Authors: Sinta Dewi
Published: February 2022

The purpose of this study was to obtain information on the correlation between school organizational culture and achievement motivation with the performance of school teachers. The approach used is quantitative with a survey method at MA Miftahul 'Ulum Tuyau. The research findings are: 1. There is a correlation between school organizational culture and performance. 2. There is a correlation between achievement motivation and performance. 3. There is a correlation between school organizational culture and achievement motivation with performance. The results of the study implied that in school organizational culture, achievement motivation, quality of performance.
Pride and Professionalization in Volunteer Moderation: Lessons for Effective Platform-User Collaboration
Authors: Seering Joseph , Dym Brianna , Kaufman Geoff , Bernstein Michael
Published: March 2022

While most moderation actions on major social platforms are performed by either the platforms themselves or volunteer moderators, it is rare for platforms to collaborate directly with moderators to address problems. This paper examines how the group-chatting platform Discord coordinated with experienced volunteer moderators to respond to hate and harassment toward LGBTQ+ communities during Pride Month, June 2021, in what came to be known as the "Pride Mod" initiative. Representatives from Discord and volunteer moderators collaboratively identified and communicated with targeted communities, and volunteers temporarily joined servers that requested support to supplement those servers' existing volunteer moderation teams. Though LGBTQ+ communities were subject to a wave of targeted hate during Pride Month, the communities that received the requested volunteer support reported having a better capacity to handle the issues that arose. This paper reports the results of interviews with 11 moderators who participated in the initiative as well as the Discord employee who coordinated it. We show how this initiative was made possible by the way Discord has cultivated trust and built formal connections with its most active volunteers, and discuss the ethical implications of formal collaborations between for-profit platforms and volunteer users.