bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Nutritional Composition and Fungi Isolates Associated with Moringa Oleifera Leaves and Seeds
Authors: U. S. A. Ogbonna , F. N. Okoh , O. A Obianom , K. C. Agu , C. C. Abana , C. A. Anazodo , F. A. Okoli , S. O. Egurefa , N. O. Chidubem - Nwachinemere , J. C. Nwosu
Published: August 2024

Moringa oleifera (miracle tree) as it is popularly called, has been found useful both medicinally and economically. Moringa oleifera is the most widely cultivated species of the monogeneric family, the Moringaceae, which is indigenous to South Asia. This fast-growing plant is a highly valued and cultivated one in the tropics and sub-tropics. With its high nutritive values, every part of the tree is suitable for either nutritional or commercial purposes. The leaves of this tree are worthy of special attention. The leaves are rich in minerals, vitamins, and other essential phytochemicals.  This research is aimed at determining the nutritional composition and fungi isolates associated with Moringa oleifera.  The Sabaraud Dextrose Agar was used to culture for pure growth and three microorganisms were isolated which consisted of Aspergillus terreus, Aspergillus niger, and Aspergillus flavus. The nutritional analysis of Moringa oleifera was carried out and its composition includes; crude lipids, crude fiber, moisture, ash, protein, and carbohydrates. They aid in treating digestive problems, reduce cholesterol and immunomodulation benefits, proper growth of the sperm cells, synthesis of DNA and RNA and they help to lower blood pressure. The mineral composition analyzed in Moringa oleifera leaves and seeds constituted zinc, copper, silver, and manganese. The microorganisms isolated produce toxins that cause harm and damage to humans. These toxins can be controlled if post-harvest interventions that reduce aflatoxin include rapid and proper drying, proper transportation and packaging, sorting, cleaning, drying, smoking, post-harvest insect control, and the use of botanicals or synthetic pesticides as storage protectants. The health benefits of Moringa oleifera include, they are anti-inflammatory in nature due to the presence of isothiocyanates, having anti-oxidative properties and protecting against the damaging effects of free radicals present in the body, stabilizing blood sugar levels due to the presence of isothiocyanates. They support brain health and work as neuro-enhancers, they are natural cleansers and help to detoxify the system. They are used as supplements in food to improve the nutritional composition that is lacking in the body.
Özgün Harflemenin Kurumsal Kimlik Tasarımındaki Rolü
Authors: Bilgi İrem
Published: August 2024

Kurumsal kimlik tasarımı, bir ürün, hizmet ya da kurumun çeşitli uygulamalarını temsil etmek için görsel bir dil oluşturmayı içermektedir. Bu sürecin en önemli unsurlarından biri de markanın değerlerini, mesajlarını tanımlayan ve görsel olarak ileten tipografidir. Kurumsal kimlik tasarımında tipografi çeşitli yazı karakterleriyle elde edilmesinin yanı sıra tamamen el yapımı tekniklerle de oluşturulabilir. Harflerin ve kelimelerin elle çizim yöntemleriyle oluşturulduğu harfleme tasarımı da kurumsal kimlikte tipografinin yerine geçebilmektedir. Böylelikle markanın kurumsal kimliği biricik ve benzersiz bir özellik kazanmaktadır. Özellikle marka bilinirliği, algısı ve iletişimi üzerinde önemli bir etkiye sahip olabileceği için kurumsal kimlik tasarımında önemli bir rol oynamaktadır. Bu makalede, özgün harflemenin kurumsal kimlik tasarımında neden önemli olduğunu ve neden dikkatle ele alınması gerektiği incelenmiştir.
RETRACTED - Cell transcription dependent on Wingless-type (Wnt)/beta-catenin in the rat estrous cycle stages
Authors: Dağdeviren Tuğba
Published: August 2024

Objectives: We aimed to evaluate how T Cell Factor 7 Like 2 (TCF7L2) and Lymphoid Enhancer Factor-1 (LEF-1), which regulate cell transcription, regulate implantation in the endometrium.
Methods: Female rats were determined according to the estrous cycle. The obtained uterine tissues were taken for immunofluorescence staining.
Results: In estrous, LEF-1 and TCF7L2 showed localization in perimetrial-myometrial connective tissue. Of all the signaling molecules, the TCF7L2 molecule is the only one that is expressed. Non-expressed TCF7L2 in the uterine epithelium showed strong immunolocalization in the perimetrial myometrial connective tissue and endometrial basal stroma area. LEF-1 was mostly expressed in the metaestrus phase in the areas of gland epithelium.
Conclusions: TCF7L2 and LEF-1 play a critical role in cell proliferation, differentiation and transcription by regulating the activation of the Wnt signaling pathway in endometrial cells. These findings help us to understand the role of TCF7L2 and LEF-1 in the provision of endometrial homeostasis and in the implantation process.
Tonsil mesenchymal stem cells-derived exosomes differentially effect the cell proliferation depending on different temperature conditions
Authors: Yüce Melek , Şişli İlayda , Çiftcioğlu Ezgi , Albayrak Esra , Kırbaş Oğuz Kaan , Taşlı Pakize Neslihan , Özdemir Doğukan , Şahin Fikrettin
Published: August 2024

Objectives: Exosomes are suggested as cellular components with therapeutic and prognostic potential in various disease therapies and exhibit different secretion profiles under cellular stress. Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), which play an important role in regenerative medicine, are particularly rich in exosome release compared to other cell types. In this context, the effect of exosomes obtained from palatine tonsil tissue derived MSCs (T-MSC) under different temperature conditions on cell proliferation were investigated in vitro on cancer and healthy cells.
Methods: Exosomes were isolated from MSCs under normal temperature conditions and heat stress, and their concentrations and size distribution were determined by nanoparticle tracking analysis. The effects of exosomes obtained under different conditions on cell proliferation in healthy and cancer cell lines were determined by the 3-(4,5-dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-2,5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay, while their effects on cell migration were evaluated by wound healing assay.
Results: Exosomes obtained under normal temperature conditions and heat stress did not exhibit very different properties in terms of size distribution, but particles were obtained at approximately 2 times higher concentrations under normal temperature conditions. They showed different effects in terms of cell proliferation. Exosomes obtained under normal conditions significantly increased cell proliferation in keratinocyte cells depending on the concentration. However, exosomes obtained in cancer cells, especially after heat stress, significantly inhibited cell proliferation.
Conclusions: While exosomes obtained under heat stress come to the forefront in inhibiting cell proliferation in cancer cells, exosomes obtained under normal conditions stand out as effective in wound healing by stimulating increased normal cell proliferation.
Development and Characterization of Improved Thermochemical Materials
Authors: Ristić Alenka , Bestenlehner Dominik
Published: August 2024

The IEA Solar Heating and Cooling Programme, Subtask 2T focuses on the development of improved TCM materials, which are based on sorption (micro/mesoporous solids and liquids (hydroxides)), chemical reactions (salt hydrates and metal oxides/hydroxides) and combinations (zeolites / graphite + salt hydrates / metal). The activities of the Subtask 2T include the listing of new and improved existing materials, determination of material properties, measurement of thermo-physical properties and expanding the database implemented within the previous task.
Efficacy of tablet glucocorticoids depending on their starting dose in patients with type 2 amiodarone-induced thyrotoxicosis: a prospective randomized study
Authors: Ermolaeva Alexandra S. , Fadeev Valentin V.
Published: August 2024

Background: Glucocorticoids are the first-line pharmacotherapy for amiodarone-induced destructive thyroiditis. Despite the availability of clinical guidelines, there is no unified approach to patient management (indications for prescription, starting dose, duration of therapy and withdrawal algorithm). The issues of dose-dependent effect of glucocorticoids, verification of factor of delayed treatment response, prediction of severity and duration of thyrotoxicosis remain unresolved.
Aim: To evaluate the efficacy of various regimens of tablet glucocorticoids in patients with type 2 amiodarone-induced thyrotoxicosis.
Methods: This was a prospective randomized open-label comparative controlled trial of the efficacy of two starting doses of prednisolone 30 mg (n = 22) and 60 (n = 22) mg daily. The study groups were comparable for gender (men to women ratio 2:1), age, anthropometric and main clinical and laboratory characteristics. After euthyroidism has been achieved, thyroid function was assessed twice at 1 and 2 months during the dose reduction and at 1, 3, 6, 9, and 12 months after prednisolone withdrawal. The follow up was 15 to 24 months. The efficacy of therapy was evaluated by the time to euthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis duration, rate of recurrent waves of destruction and relapses. We looked for predictors of delayed treatment response and severe and prolonged thyrotoxicosis.
Results: There were no significant differences in the time to euthyroidism (Mantel-Cox log rank test 0.859), duration of thyrotoxicosis (Mantel-Cox log rank test 0.813), rate of recurrent waves of destruction (0.721) and relapses (0.464). Within 30 days of therapy, remission was obtained in 11/22 (50.0%) patients in active control group (prednisolone 30 mg) and in 12/22 (54.5%) patients in the 60 mg group. Delayed response ( 60 days) was defined by recurrent waves of destruction (RR = 34.7, 95% CI: 3.7–321.8; R² = 0.430; p = 0.002). High risk of severe thyrotoxicosis was predicted by the age ≤ 54 years (AUC 0.749 ± 0.095, 95% CI: 0.562–0.936; p = 0.038; sensitivity 71.4%, specificity 62.2%). The duration of thyrotoxicosis was associated with body mass index (B = -7.4, R = 0.481, R² = 0.0231; p = 0.024) and cumulative amiodarone dose (B = 0.4, R = 0.472, R² = 0.223; p = 0.026). A combination of adverse events (hyperglycemia, infection, proximal myopathy, change in appearance, hematomas) and their severity were more frequent in the patients who had received the 60 mg prednisolone starting dose (p = 0.014).
Conclusion: Compared to lower doses, the use of high doses of glucocorticoids is associated with a greater severity of side effects and does not ensure any significant acceleration of thyrotoxicosis remission. The potential factors of unfavorable clinical course of type 2 amiodarone-induced thyrotoxicosis are age, body mass index, and cumulative dose of amiodarone.
İŞLETMELERİN COVİD-19 SÜRECİNDE E-TİCARET SİSTEMLERİNE İLİŞKİN TUTUM VE NİYETLERİNİN TESPİTİ: EDREMİT KÖRFEZİ ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: Tinaz Cem Baturay , Akkılıç Mehmet Emin , Dikici Mehmet Selim
Published: August 2024

Araştırmanın temel amacı, Covid-19 salgını döneminde çeşitli elektronik ticaret sistemlerinin kalitesinin, algılanan kullanım kolaylığının ve algılanan faydalarının, tüketicilerin tutum ve satın alma niyetleri üzerindeki etkisinin tespit edilmesidir. Bu bağlamda, bilgi teknolojilerinin nihai tüketicilerce kabul edilmesinde birçok çalışmada kullanılan teknoloji kabul modelinden faydalanılmıştır. Araştırma kapsamında literatür taraması yapılmış, araştırma değişkenlerine dair ölçekler araştırmaya uyarlanarak Google Formlar’da anket formu oluşturulmuştur. Araştırmada, kolayda örnekleme yöntemiyle seçilen ve e-ticaret sistemlerini kullanan 406 kişiye çevrimiçi anket uygulanarak gerekli veriler elde edilmiştir. Veriler, SPSS 20 ve AMOS 24 paket programları ile analiz edilmiştir. Sonuç olarak ise, yapılan benzer çalışmalarla aynı doğrultuda olarak, sistem kalitesi, algılanan fayda, algılanan kullanım kolaylığı, tutum ve niyet değişkenleri arasındaki ilişkilerin anlamlı ve pozitif olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Bu sonuçlardan hareketle, araştırmacı ve kurumlara e-ticaret sistemlerinin daha etkin ve verimli bir şekilde kullanılması maksadıyla öneriler sunulmuştur.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN TEAMS GAMES TOURNAMENT TERHADAP MOTIVASI BELAJAR SISWA MATA PELAJARAN IPS
Authors: Aprillia Annisaa' Fitri , Cholifah Nur
Published: August 2024

Many students consider social studies learning to be rote, boring, and passive. To overcome this, more interesting learning strategies and models are needed, such as Teams Games Tournament (TGT). TGT is a cooperative learning model that can increase students' interest, and motivation. TGT uses media such as rank 1 mode and Kahoot to support the learning process. This study aims to determine the influence of the TGT learning model on the learning motivation of grade VIII students at SMPN 1 Turi Lamongan. This research method is quantitative with a quasi-experimental approach. The TGT process involves the preparation and implementation of learning, group learning, games stage, tournament stage, and reward giving. The motivation theory used is Uno's theory, which states that motivation consists of internal and external impulses for behavior change. The results of the study showed that TGT significantly increased students' learning motivation. Statistical tests such as the paired sample T test and the independent sample T test showed a significant value below 0.05, which means that Ha was accepted and H₀ was rejected. The ANOVA test also showed significant results. In conclusion, TGT can make students more serious, motivated, and active in social studies learning.
 ABSTRAK
Banyak siswa menganggap pembelajaran IPS penuh hafalan, membosankan, dan pasif. Untuk mengatasi ini, diperlukan strategi dan model pembelajaran yang lebih menarik, seperti Teams Games Tournament (TGT). TGT adalah model pembelajaran kooperatif yang dapat meningkatkan minat, dan motivasi siswa. TGT menggunakan media seperti mode rangking 1 dan Kahoot untuk mendukung proses pembelajaran. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui pengaruh model pembelajaran TGT terhadap motivasi belajar siswa kelas VIII di SMPN 1 Turi Lamongan. Metode penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif dengan pendekatan kuasi eksperimen. Proses TGT melibatkan persiapan dan pelaksanaan pembelajaran, belajar kelompok, tahap games, tahap tournament, dan pemberian reward. Teori motivasi yang digunakan adalah teori Uno, yang menyatakan bahwa motivasi terdiri dari dorongan internal dan eksternal untuk perubahan tingkah laku. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa TGT secara signifikan meningkatkan motivasi belajar siswa. Uji statistik seperti paired sample T test dan independent sample T test menunjukkan nilai signifikan di bawah 0,05, yang berarti Ha diterima dan H₀ ditolak. Uji ANOVA juga menunjukkan hasil yang signifikan. Kesimpulannya, TGT dapat membuat siswa lebih serius, termotivasi, dan aktif dalam pembelajaran IPS.
KURIKULUM MERDEKA PADA MATA PELAJARAN ILMU PENGETAHUAN SOSIAL (IPS) PADA KELAS VIII DI MTSN 1 TULUNGAGUNG
Authors: Khoiriyah Mir’atul , Khusna Nur Isroatul
Published: August 2024

The Merdeka curriculum is a new thing in the world of education. MTsN 1 Tulungagung is one of the madrasas that has implemented an Merdeka curriculum in its learning. This study aims to determine the planning, implementation and evaluation of Merdeka curriculum-based learning in social studies subjects in class VIII. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method. Data collection was carried out by interview, observation and documentation and the data analysis technique used was the concept of Miles and Huberman. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the Merdeka curriculum has gone well. The school makes teaching modules and conducts workshops on the introduction of the Merdeka curriculum. Supporting facilities and infrastructure are also available and in evaluating schools have used websites and special applications, namely CAT, which can be accessed by educators and students. The obstacles faced are the competence of educators and less rapid adaptation. The solution to these problems is to strengthen competence and adequate preparation so that the implementation of the Merdeka curriculum can be maximised. The limitations of this research are the school level of MTs, social studies subjects and only class VIII. The implication of this research is that the results of this study can be used as a reference for madrasas and schools that are still in the process of implementing an Merdeka curriculum.
ABSTRAK
Kurikulum merdeka merupakan hal yang baru dalam dunia pendidikan. MTsN 1 Tulungagung adalah salah satu madrasah yang sudah mengimplementasikan kurikulum merdeka didalam pembelajarannya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui perencanaan, pelaksanaan dan evaluasi pembelajaran berbasis kurikulum merdeka pada mata pelajaran IPS pada kelas VIII. Penelitan ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Penggumpulan data dilakukan dengan wawancara, observasi dan dokumentasi serta teknik analisis data yang dipakai adalah konsep Miles dan Huberman. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa implementasi kurikulum merdeka telah berjalan dengan baik. Sekolah membuat modul ajar dan melakukan workshop pengenalan kurikulum merdeka. Sarana dan prasana pendukung juga sudah tersedia dan dalam melakukan evaluasi sekolah telah menggunakan website dan aplikasi khusus yaitu CAT yang bisa diakses pendidik dan peserta didik. Kendala yang dihadapi adalah kompetensi pendidik dan adabtasi yang kurang cepat. Solusi dari permasalahan tersebut adalah dengan melakukan penguatan kompetensi dan persiapan yang cukup sehingga pelaksanaan kurikulum merdeka bisa lebih maksimal. Keterbatasan penelitian ini adalah jenjang sekolah tingkat MTs, mata pelajaran IPS dan hanya kelas VIII saja. Implikasi penelitian ini hasil penelitian ini bisa dijadikan acuan untuk madrasah maupun sekolah yang masih dalam proses mengimplementasikan kurikulum merdeka.
EKSPLORASI KONSEP PELUANG PADA PERMAINAN TIGA DARA DI DESA GUNUNGSARI KECAMATAN BUMIAJI KOTA BATU
Authors: Jadidah Nur Aulia
Published: August 2024

The purpose of this study, namely: 1) to know briefly about the game of three virgins. 2) to find out the exploration of the concept of opportunity that exists in the game of three virgins. This research is qualitative research using a descriptive approach (qualitative research). The data collection techniques in this study used interviews, field records, documentation data, and other documentation. The result of this study is that the game "three dara" is a game played by 2 players on a flat background measuring 50 cm x 50 cm. Where in this game "three dara" there is a concept of opportunity when playing every step.
Keywords: Ethnomatematics, Chance, Game of Three Dara
 ABSTRAK
Tujuan dari penelitian ini, yaitu: 1) untuk mengetahui secara singkat mengenai permainan tiga dara. 2) untuk mengetahui eksplorasi konsep peluang yang ada pada permainan tiga dara. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kualitatif dengan menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif (qualitative research). Adapun teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini menggunakan wawancara, catatan lapangan, data hasil dokumentasi, dan dokumentasi lainnya. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah permainan “tiga dara” merupakan permainan yang dimainkan oleh 2 pemain di atas latar datar yang berukuran 50 cm x 50 cm. Dimana pada permainan “tiga dara” ini terdapat konsep peluang saat bermain disetiap langkahnya.
Analisis Kemampuan Literasi Matematika Siswa dengan Model PBL Berbantuan Google Classroom
Authors: Ervinayanti Sevty , Mayasari Novi , Ghoni Asror Abdul
Published: August 2024

This study aims to describe students’ mathematical literacy abilities with the problem based learning model assisted by Google Classroom through classically and the improvement of students in the upper, middle and lower groups as well as the types of students errors in working on questions on Cartesian Coordinate material. This research method is descriptive qualitative with data collection namely observation, tests and interviews. The population of this study were students of class VIII-A of MTs Salafiyah Syafi’iyah Sukosewu with 3 subjects, namely the upper, middle and lower groups. The results of this study indicate that students with the Google Classroom assisted problem based learning model complete classically and there is an increase with the average value of the whole group, namely 70, the mathematical literacy ability of students in the upper group, namely being able to answer 4 out of 5 questions and students make mistakes in transforming problems, middle group students could answer 4 of 5 questions and students made mistakes in processing skills and lower group students could answer 2 of 5 questions and students made mistakes in understanding the problem, processing skills and writing answers. This study can be solved in accordance with the research objectives and the evidence that has been presented in the research result.
ABSTRAK
Penelitin ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan kemampuan literasi matematika siswa dengan model problem based learning berbantuan Google Classroom tuntas secara klasikal dan peningkatan siswa kelompok atas, tengah dan bawah serta jenis kesalahan siswa dalam mengerjakan soal pada materi Koordinat Kartesius. Metode penelitian ini adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan pengumpulan data yaitu observasi, tes dan wawancara. Populasi penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VIII-A MTs Salafiyah Syafi’iyah Sukosewu dengan 3 subjek yaitu kelompok atas, tengah dan bawah. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa siswa dengan model problem based learning berbantuan Google Classroom tuntas secara klasikal dan ada peningkatan dengan nilai rata-rata keseluruhan kelompok yaitu 70, kemampuan literasi matematika siswa kelompok atas yaitu dapat menjawab 4 dari 5 soal dan siswa melakukan kesalahan transformasi masalah, siswa kelompok tengah dapat menjawab 4 dari 5 soal dan siswa melakukan kesalahan ketrampilan proses dan siswa kelompok bawah dapat menjawab 2 dari 5 soal dan siswa melakukan kesalahan memahami masalah, ketrampilan proses dan penulisan jawaban. Penelitian ini dapat disimpulkan bahwa dari masing-masing masalah dapat diselesaikan sesuai dengan tujuan penelitian serta bukti yang sudah dipaparkan pada hasil penelitian.
PENALARAN DEDUKTIF SISWA OLIMPIADE KELAS XI DALAM MENYELESAIKAN PEMBUKTIAN MATEMATIKA BERDASARKAN GAYA KOGNITIF
Authors: Kinasih Iffa Abdillah , Irawan Wahyu Henky
Published: August 2024

Reasoning is a process of logical thinking. Proof is a series of logical arguments to show the truth of a statement. Reasoning is needed in proving a statement. The purpose of this study is to describe the deductive reasoning of Olympiad students in solving mathematical proofs based on field independent and field dependent cognitive styles. The indicators of deductive reasoning used are compiling evidence against the correctness of solutions, checking the validity of an argument, drawing conclusions from mathematical statements. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach, located at MAN 2 Malang City. Subject selection based on field independent–field dependent cognitive style using the GEFT questionnaire, as many as four students. The research data were in the form of answer sheets and interview transcripts and were analyzed through triangulation methods. The results showed that field independent students were able to fulfill all indicators and construct proofs using mathematical induction and Gaussian proofs correctly. Meanwhile, field dependent students cannot fulfill all indicators, and in compiling evidence using mathematical induction, students go through n = k proof, so the structure of the evidence is incomplete.
ABSTRAK
Penalaran merupakan proses berpikir logis. Bukti merupakan rangkaian argumen logis untuk menunjukkan kebenaran suatu pernyataan. Penalaran diperlukan dalam membuktikan suatu pernyataan. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan penalaran deduktif siswa olimpiade dalam menyelesaikan pembuktian matematika berdasarkan gaya kognitif field independent maupun field dependent. Indikator penalaran deduktif yang digunakan yaitu menyusun bukti terhadap kebenaran solusi, memeriksa keshahihan suatu argumen, menarik kesimpulan dari pernyataan matematika. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif, berlokasi di MAN 2 Kota Malang. Pemilihan subjek berdasarkan gaya kognitif field independent–field dependent menggunakan angket GEFT, sebanyak empat siswa. Data hasil penelitian berupa lembar jawaban dan transkip wawancara serta dianalisis melalui triangulasi metode. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa siswa field independent dapat memenuhi seluruh indikator dan menyusun pembuktian menggunakan induksi matematika maupun bukti Gauss dengan tepat. Sedangkan siswa field dependent tidak dapat memenuhi seluruh indikator, dan dalam menyusun bukti menggunakan induksi matematika, siswa melewati pembuktian n=k, sehingga susunan bukti tidak lengkap.
Penerapan Model Kooperatif dalam Pembelajaran Matematika Kelas V Di MIN 3 Kota Palangka Raya
Authors: Pertiwi Ratna Rahayu , Mahmudah Istiyati
Published: August 2024

In the Republic of Indonesia Government Regulation Number 19 of 2005 article 7 paragraph 3 concerning national education standards for MI/SD and other secondary units which states that mathematics is one of the subjects included in the MI/SD/SDLB/group. Package A or at another level. This mathematics subject must be mastered by children from an early age in MI/SD, so that children can be skilled in everyday life. So there is a need for models in mathematics learning so that they can help students improve positive traits in thinking. When making observations, the results of interviews with mathematics teachers in class 5 were the cooperative learning model which is often used in mathematics lessons.
ABSTRAK
DI dalam Peraturan Pemerintah Republik Indonesia tercantum Nomor 19 Tahun 2005 pasal 7 ayat 3 tentang standar nasional pendidikan untuk satuan MI/SD dan menengah lainnya yang menyatakan bahwa di mata pelajaran matematika salah satu mata pelajaran yang di masukkan ke dalam kelompok MI/SD/SDLB/Paket A atau di jenjang lainnya. Mata pelajaran matematika ini harus dikuasai oleh anak sejak dini di MI/SD, agar anak dapat terampil dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Maka di perlukannya model dalam pembelajaran matematika agar dapat membantu siswa dalam meningkatkan sifat positif dalam berpikir. Yang di mana pada saat melakukan observasi, hasil dari wawancara terhadap guru mata pelajaran matematika di kelas 5 yaitu model pembelajaran kooperatif lah yang sering di gunakan dalam pembelajaran dalam pelajaran matematika.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF NUMBERED HEADS TOGETHER IN SPEAKING SKILLS OF RECOUNT TEXT AT EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS IN MTS ANNUR BAITURRAHIM SEPPONG
Authors: Irmayanti Irmayanti
Published: August 2024

ABSTRACT
The purpose of this research was to find out whether the use of numbered heads together was effective in speaking skills in recount text for class VIII students at MTS Annur Baiturrahim Seppong. In this research, researcher used a quantitative research approach with the pre-experiment research method and the design used was one group pretest and posttest design. The samples of this research were ten students in class VIII consisting of six males and four females. Instrument in this research was an oral test. The results of the students' pretest and posttest obtained would be calculated and analyzed use SPSS 21. The results of this research, that score was obtained by students from pretest to posttest showed that posttest result was higher than pretest. The highest score on the pretest was 68, while the lowest score was 48. With an average value = 55.9, standard deviation was 7.156 as well standard error was 2.263. While the highest score on the posttest was 85 and the lowest score was 62, the average value was 71.2, standard deviation was 7.33 and the standard value error was 2,318. Next, the results of the hypothesis test used sample paired t-test which shows that the t table was lower than the t value was 2.262˂25.619. It means that the alternative hypothesis was accepted and the null hypothesis was rejected.
Keywords: Numbered Heads Together; Speaking Skills; Recount Text
ABSTRAK
Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apakah penggunaan numbered heads together efektif dalam kemampuan berbicara pada recount text siswa kelas VIII di MTS Annur Baiturrahim Seppong. Dalam penelitian ini, peneliti menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kuantitatif dengan metode penelitian pre-experiment serta desain yang digunakan adalah one group pretest and posttest. Jumlah sampel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini, adalah sebanyak sepuluh siswa kelas VIII yang terdiri dari 6 laki-laki dan 4 perempuan. Instrumen yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah tes lisan. Hasil dari pretest dan posttest siswa yang diperoleh akan dihitung dan dianalisa menggunakan bantuan SPSS 21. Hasil dari penelitian ini, menunjukkan bahwa hasil postest lebih tinggi daripada pretest. Skor tertinggi pada pretest adalah 68, adapun skor terendahnya adalah 48. Dengan nilai rata-rata = 55.9, standart deviasinya adalah 7.156 serta standart erornya adalah 2.263. Sedangkan skor tertinggi pada posttest adalah 85 dan skor terendah adalah 62, nilai rata-ratanya adalah 71.2, standart deviasinya adalah 7.33 serta nilai standar eror adalah 2.318. Selanjutnya, hasil dari uji hipotesis menggunakan sample paired t-test yang menunjukkan bahwa t table lebih rendah dari nilai t yaitu 2.262˂25.619. Ini berarti bahwa hipotesis alternatif diterima dan hipotesis nol ditolak.
Kata-Kata Kunci: Numbered Heads Together; Kemampuan Berbicara; Teks Recount
Membangun Karakter Kemandirian Anak Usia Dini Melalui Budaya Sekolah di BA Arafah Malang
Authors: Syarif Safira Nurlita
Published: August 2024

Building the character of independence from an early age is very important to train children to be able to do their own activities without involving others. So that it can also help children to survive in the future. Building the character of children's independence can be done through school culture. This study shows the success of the application of school culture in building the character of early childhood independence, namely at BA Arafat Malang. BA Arafah itself has several school cultures that are routinely carried out, namely through a culture of habituation, providing motivation, healthy / nutritious eating activities together and also pre-service activities. Some of these cultures have a good impact on children's development, especially on their independence as the success of the school culture, among others; children are able to carry out their activities independently, children become more active and enthusiastic, children become more courageous, confident, reduce children's dependence on their parents, and children find it difficult to leave various habits that are often done at school.
ABSTRAK
Membangun karakter kemandirian sejak usia dini sangat penting untuk melatih anak agar bisa melakukan aktivitasnya sendiri tanpa melibatkan orang lain. Sehingga hal tersebut juga dapat membantu anak agar bisa bertahan hidup pada masa mendatang. Membangun karakter kemandirian anak ini dapat dilakukan melalui budaya sekolah. Pada penelitian ini memperlihatkan keberhasilan dari penerapan budaya sekolah dalam membangunan karakter kemandirian anak usia dini yakni di BA Arafah Malang. BA Arafah sendiri memiliki beberapa budaya sekolah yang rutin dilakukan yaitu melalui budaya pembiasaan, pemberian motivasi, kegiatan makan sehat/bergizi bersama dan juga kegiatan prasiaga. Beberapa budaya tersebut membawa dampak yang baik bagi perkembangan anak terlebih pada kemandiriannya sebagai keberhasilan dari budaya sekolah tersebut antara lain; anak mampu untuk melakukan aktivitasnya secara mandiri, anak menjadi lebih aktif dan juga antusias, anak menjadi lebih berani, percaya diri, mengurangi ketergantungan anak terhadap orangtuanya, dan anak sulit untuk meninggalkan berbagai pembiasaan yang sering dilakukan disekolah.
BENTUK PEMBELAJARAN KHUSUS UNTUK ANAK BERKEBUTUHAN KHUSUS BERSIFAT SEMENTARA DI RA SYIHABUDDIN
Authors: Fanani Ila Rokhmatul
Published: August 2024

This study aims to determine the use of individual learning forms for temporary ABK at RA Syihabuddin Dau Malang. The background to this research concerns the issue of special education for children with special needs at RA Syihabuddin using individual learning created independently by the school. The research method used in this research is a qualitative method with a case study type of research because there is only one subject to be studied. Data collection techniques used were interviews, observation and documentation. while the data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Data validity testing uses the triangulation method of interviews, observation and documentation to obtain accurate comparisons.Based on the results of research conducted by researchers, it was concluded that the stages of planning Individual Learning Forms for ABK carried out by RA Syihabuddin only went through two stages, namely recommendation and placement. After planning, the conclusion in implementing the Individual Learning Form for ABK is carried out in accordance with the Individual Learning Form procedure for ABK where learning activities are carried out individually by the shadow teacher but also by paying attention to collaboration with the teacher. Furthermore, learning evaluation is carried out by continuing the activity when the next activity has been achieved and repeating the previous activity if it has not been achieved in accordance with the implementation of the individual specific learning evaluation.
Evaluation of The Wirid Youth Program Using The CIPO Model
Authors: Wardiman Jery , Latifannisa Nuri , Rahmi Yuri , Friyatmi  , Susanti Dessi
Published: August 2024

This study evaluates the Wirid Youth Program implemented at SMAN 2 Lengayang in Pesisir Selatan Regency, aimed at reducing juvenile delinquency and shaping student character. This study adopts a quantitative research paradigm. The evaluation employed the CIPO method (Context, Input, Process, Output) through surveys and interviews with randomly selected participants. The validity of questionnaire items was tested using the Pearson Product Moment formula. The data analysis technique with data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and verification and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that all program components context, input, process, and output are rated highly. The program effectively addresses teenagers' needs and challenges, provides accessible locations and satisfactory facilities, and is smoothly coordinated. As a result, there is increased teenage participation, enhanced religious knowledge, and positive behavioral changes. The program has met its objectives and positively impacted the participants. This evaluation underscores the program’s success and offers insights for future improvements and program development.
Are the Websites of the Dentistry Faculties in Turkey Adequate for Informing Pediatric Patients?
Authors: Akgün Semih Ercan , Okumuş İrem
Published: August 2024

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the quality and readability of information provided by the websites of the Department of Pedodontics in the Dentistry Faculties of State Universities (SU) and Foundation Based Universities (FBU) in Turkey for pediatric patients.
Method: All dentistry faculties in Turkey were identified through the Council of Higher Education database and classified as public and FBU. The websites of the faculties were accessed via the Google search engine, and the information pages of the Department of Pediatric Dentistry prepared for the patients were evaluated according to the Quality Criteria for Consumer Health Information (DISCERN), Journal of American Medical Association (JAMA), and Atesman Readability Formula.
Results: No significant differences were observed among universities in terms of DISCERN scores (p>0.05), except in Section 1 (p=0.041). In Section 1, SU demonstrated higher DISCERN scores than FBU. None of the Faculties of Dentistry had an 'excellent' score. However, no significant differences were identified between universities in relation to Atesman scores (p>0.05), and no significant differences were found between universities on the JAMA benchmark scale (p>0.05).
Conclusion: Within the limitations of this study, it was determined that the quality and readability of information on websites prepared by the Faculty of Dentistry in Turkey for parents of pediatric patients are low. It is recommended that information on university websites, which are official institutions that closely follow scientific developments and are preferred by parents of patients for information purposes, should be checked with appropriate evaluation tools in terms of quality and readability.
Determination of Possible Biomarkers for Predicting Well-Differentiated Thyroid Cancer Recurrence by Different Ensemble Machine Learning Methods
Authors: Yaşar Şeyma
Published: August 2024

Objective: Well-differentiated thyroid cancer (WDTC) is the most common thyroid malignancy and although it is curable, the risk of recurrence is high. In this study, classification algorithms based on clinicopathologic features of WDTC patients were used to determine the possible of recurrence in WDTC and to evaluate potential predictive factors, and possible biomarkers based on the optimal model were identified.
Method: In this study, open access data on 383 patients with WDTC, 108 with recurrence and 275 without recurrence, were used. In order to predict recurrence in WDTC patients, features were selected using recursive feature elimination variable selection method among features and classification was performed with two ensemble learning methods (Random Forest, Adaboost).
Results: Two different ensemble learning models used to classify recurrence in WDTC were Random Forest with an accuracy of 0.957, sensitivity of 0.889, specificity of 0.978, positive predictive value of 0.923, negative predictive value of 0.967, Matthews correlation coefficient of 0.878, G-mean of 0.945, F1-score of 0.906, and accuracy of 0.940, sensitivity of 0.889, specificity of 0.955, positive predictive value of 0.857, negative predictive value of 0.966, Matthews correlation coefficient of 0.833, G-mean of 0.910, F1-score of 0.873.
Conclusion: According to variable importance based on the Random Forest, the 5 possible clinical biomarkers for predicting WDTC recurrence are Response, Risk, Node, Tumor, and age. In the light of these findings, patient management and treatment planning can be organized.
Direct Detection of Atypical Bacteria in Clinical Samples from Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by PCR and RT-PCR
Authors: Sonowal Tonushyam , Shariff Malini
Published: August 2024

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) represents an important public health challenge and is a major cause of morbidity and mortality throughout the world. The chronic course of COPD is often accompanied by acute exacerbations of COPD (AECOPD) where 70% of exacerbations are caused by infection due to aerobic bacteria, 30% due to viruses and 5-10 % by atypical bacteria, most commonly Mycoplasma pneumoniae (M. pneumoniae), Chlamydia pneumoniae (C. pneumoniae) and Legionella pneumophila (L. pneumophila). Identification of these atypical microorganism is challenging, however, with the availability of newer molecular diagnostic techniques such as PCR and Real time PCR (RT-PCR) the sensitivity in detecting these pathogens has improved and can be tested simultaneously. So, the present prospective study was undertaken to determine the atypical pathogens in patients with COPD by PCR and RT-PCR in the clinical samples. 196 hospitalized patients were included in the study. They were categorized into different stages of COPD and AECOPD using GOLD and Anthonisen criteria. Clinical samples such as throat swab, nasopharyngeal swab, sputum, were collected. Atypical bacteria were identified by using PCR and RT-PCR methods. All these patients showed varying degree of exacerbation. Majority, 78/196 (39.79%) of the patients belonged to severe COPD category. Whereas, 96/193(49.74%) patients had only mild exacerbation. PCR was found to be positive in 11 and 22 numbers for M. pneumoniae and L.pneumophila. None of the samples were positive for Chlamydia pneumophila. Presence of pathogens, atypical bacteria did not show any correlation with the staging of AECOPD. The results were not statistically significant. No one method is suitable for the detection of atypical bacteria. Hence, a combination of tests for identification of Atypical pathogens is required for better sensitivity.
Study of the Antimicrobial Activity of Essential Oils from a Number of Medicinal Plants on Germs Involved in Skin Disorders
Authors: Josette Agré Don , Eric Kevin Bolou Gbouhoury , Kiyinlma Coulibaly , Adjoba Débora Kouamé
Published: August 2024

The development of skin infections and the phenomenon of antibiotic resistance among micro-organisms are now a particularly worrying public health problem. The use of medicinal plants is an interesting avenue to explore in order to discover and develop innovative new drugs to combat these microbial infections. It was against this backdrop that this study was carried out to investigate the antimicrobial power of essential oils of Ocimum gratissimum L., Ocimum americanum L. and Lippia multiflora Moldenke on the in vitro growth of Candida albicans, Trichophyton rubrum and Staphylococcus aureus, the germs responsible for skin disorders. The essential oils were extracted by steam distillation using a Clevenger-type apparatus. The antimicrobial activity of these three essential oils was determined using the diffusion test and the solid double dilution method. The results obtained showed that Lippia multiflora essential oil was the most active on the three microorganisms tested with inhibition zone diameters of 34.33; 35 and 8.33 mm on Staphylococcus aureus, Candida albicans, and Trichophyton rubrum respectively. Antimicrobial activity resulted in MIC and MBC of 0.039 and ?10 µL/mL respectively on S. aureus. The MIC and MFC values obtained for C. albicans and T. rubrum were identical (0.078 and 0.312 µL/mL respectively). With the exception of Ocimum americanum, all the essential oils showed good activity against the three strains studied.
The Detection of ESBL-Producing Escherichia coli in Various Clinical Sample Using 3rd Generation Cephalosporin by Different Diffusion Methods
Authors: Amin Aalia
Published: August 2024

This study aimed to determine the prevalence of extended spectrum of beta lactamases (ESBLs), to compare two antibiotic i.e Cefotaxime & Ceftazidime by different phenotypic methods for ESBL con?rmation and to evaluate the antibiotic resistance patterns among ESBL-producing Escherichia coli. Total no. of E.coli isolates were obtained from various clinical samples. They were subjected for the antibiotic susceptibility pattern by Kirby bauer disc diffusion method. 3rd generation cephalosporin resistant isolates were detected for ESBL production. In our isolates we have found increased percentage (100%) isolates showed sensitivity to colistin followed by cefepime which showed sensitivity of (54%). (80 - 90 %) of E.coli isolates showed resistance to cephalosorin group of drugs. (51%) of E.coli isolates were found to be extended spectrum beta lactamase producers using cefotaxime (30µg). Cefotaxme/ Clavulanic acid (30/10 µg) & (55%) os isolates were shown to be positive ESBL using ceftazdime (30 µg), Ceftazidime /Clavulanic acid (30/10 µg). This study found a high rate of ESBL production among cefotaxime antibiotic. Clinical microbiology laboratories should routinely incorporate ESBLdetection methods in their laboratory producers for continous surveillance of drug resistance isolates & antibiogram to guide eprical theapy.
Current Status of Toxoplasmosis in Breeding Sites, Slaughterhouses and Cats in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo
Authors: Martinien MAYELA MIYOUNA , Jespin AKINIKOSSOU , Nanikaly MOYEN , Rachel MOYEN
Published: August 2024

Toxoplasma gondii is a protozoan responsible for infections in humans and animals. Human contamination by Toxoplasma gondii occurs through the consumption of parasitized and undercooked farm animal meat containing cysts, as well as fruit, fresh vegetables and water contaminated by oocysts which are eliminated by cats in the environment. In order to assess the prevalence of toxoplasmosis of animal origin in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, a total of 300 animals were sampled from slaughterhouses and breeding sites, as well as 100 cats, from March 2023 to November 2023. Analyses were carried out on a total of 400 samples, including 300 blood samples for the detection of anti-toxoplasma antibodies using the cypress diagnostic latex agglutination method and the Toxo Meddiff immunochromatographic test, and 100 cat stool samples for the detection of oocysts using the Dubey sucrose flotation method. The results showed that 191 of the 300 blood samples were positive, giving a seroprevalence of 63.66%. However, when evaluated by animal type, the highest seroprevalence was observed in cattle with a seroprevalence of 76.42%, followed by sheep with a seroprevalence of 60.90% and pigs with a seroprevalence of 34%. Coprological tests on cats showed that 6 of the 100 stool samples taken were positive, i.e. a prevalence of 6%, with 7.5% in Diata, 6.66% in M'PILA and 5% in Moungali. This study shows a strong presence of toxoplasmosis in the animal population, correlated with the presence of oocysts found in cat feces, demonstrating that environmental contamination is a source of animal contamination. This study provides us with a better understanding of the dynamics of toxoplasma transmission to humans, demonstrating the importance of sanitary and hygienic-dietary measures in both humans and animals.
Growth, Yield and Quality of Rose (Rosa hybrida) as Influenced by Fertilizer Doses under Polyhouse
Authors: Biswas Priya , Mahanta Sangita , Deka Kankana , Dhar Sunita
Published: August 2024

An experiment was carried out during the period of 2022-23 in the Experimental Farm, Department of Horticulture, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat. The experiment was laid out in Factorial Randomized Block Design with three levels of nutrients i.e. Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), Potassium (K). Each of these has three levels N(N1,N2,N3) where N1(10 g N/m²), N2(20 g N/m²) and N3(30 g N/m²). Similarly, P has three levels where P1(10 g P2O5/m²), P2(20 g P2O5/m²) and P3(30 g P2O5/m²). Again K has three levels where K1(10 g K2O/m²), K2(20 g K2O/m²) and K3(30 g K2O/m²) which replicated three times. The results revealed that, among the N levels, N2 recorded highest plant height, number of leaves per plant, maximum leaf area in 60 DAP, 90 DAP and 120 DAP and highest bud length, stalk length, flower diameter, number of flowers per plant and vase life. Among the different phosphorus levels P1 recorded highest plant height, number of leaves per plant, leaf area, plant spread in 60 DAP,90 DAP and 120 DAP and highest stalk length, flower diameter, number of flowers. Again among the different K levels, K2 recorded highest plant height in 90 DAP and 120 DAP.K2 recorded highest plant spread in 60 DAP and 90 DAP and K3 recorded highest leaf area in 90 DAP and 120 DAP and highest plant spread in 120 DAP and again recorded maximum stalk length and number of flowers. Among the interaction treatments, N2P1K3 showed best results in terms of most of the growth and flowering characters having B:C ratio of 3.98.