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The Effect Using Animated Video as Teaching Media
Authors: Valentina ‘Ainur Rofiqoh  , Dina Kartikawati
Published: November 2024

Teaching writing is not easy. Teacher needs to think the appropriate and effective medium that will be able to attract the students’ interest. Due to this case, an animated video was chosen as a medium to facilitate students' learning process to be more interactive and attract students' interest for composing, particularly to write Descriptive Texts. The research explored the use animated videos to teach descriptive text in grade seventh academic year 2023/2024 at MTsN 6 Tulungagung. The type of experiment utilized is a Quantitative with Pre-Experiment Designs. The sample consisted of 31 students as control group. There are three steps conducting this research: pre-test, treatment, and post-test. The expert formed the validation of the questions. Based of the data analysis results, the pre-experimental class’s mean scores 76.35 and 86.32 in the post-test. Researchers found that the score of Sig. (2-Tailed) is 0.001 less than 0.05, therefore H0 is denied by acceptance of Ha. So in this case it was concluded that the differences in the analysis of the mean between the results of the pre and post-test meant that there were effects of using the animated video as the medium of learning in writing Descriptive Text in class VII in the 2023/2024 school year at MTsN 6 Tulungagung.
An Analysis Of The Lexical and Contextual Meaning Of The Poem "Still I Rise" By Maya Angelou
Authors: Siti Armelia Hamidah  , Anggit Laesa Oktaviani
Published: November 2024

This study looks at the meanings of words and their context in Maya Angelou’s poem "Still I Rise." This poem is well-known for its message of strength and empowerment, especially for African American women during the civil rights movement. Using a qualitative approach, this research combines examining the text and interpreting its context. The lexical analysis looks at dictionary definitions of important words in the poem and their deeper meanings within the poem’s context. The contextual interpretation places the poem within the larger historical and cultural background of Angelou's life and the civil rights era. The findings show that Angelou’s use of language not only strengthens the poem’s themes of defiance and self-worth but also deeply connects with the socio-political climate of its time. The study aims to provide a deeper understanding of the lexical and contextual meanings of some of the lines in Angelou's literary work "Still I Rise" as well as in discussions of race, identity and empowerment.
Improving English Learning Motivation With the English App Duolingo
Authors: Salsabila Lahji
Published: November 2024

This qualitative study investigates the effectiveness of the Duolingo English app in enhancing English learning motivation among 11th-grade students at SMK Negeri 1 Sawan. Motivation in language learning is a critical factor influencing proficiency and engagement. Utilizing semi-structured interviews and participant observation, this research explores how the app influences students' intrinsic and extrinsic motivation levels. Findings reveal that DuoLingo positively impacts motivation through its interactive features and gamified learning approach, fostering a more engaging and enjoyable learning environment. Educational implications and recommendations for integrating such technology into language classrooms are discussed.
Applying Peer Feedback To Enhance High School EFL Students' Writing Skills In State High School 1 Rejotangan Tulungagung
Authors: Muhammad Rizal Muhaimin  , Titik Lina Widyaningsih
Published: November 2024

Writing is the most challenging skill in English language learning. Researchers at SMKN 1 Rejotangan observed that most students struggled with writing in English. To address this, they implemented the peer feedback method to enhance students' writing skills. The study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of peer feedback in improving students’ writing abilities. Using a convergent mixed-method design, the research involved 31 students from class XI AKC 2. Instruments included pre-tests, post-tests for quantitative data, and interviews for qualitative data. Quantitative analysis was conducted using a t-test with SPSS 27, and qualitative data were analyzed thematically. Results showed significant improvement in students' writing skills after using peer feedback, as indicated by a significance value of 0.00 < 0.05. Interviews with five selected participants also revealed positive responses. Hence, the peer feedback method positively impacted the writing abilities of class XI AKC 2 students at SMKN 1 Rejotangan.
Meningkatkan Literasi dan Numerasi Siswa di SDN 5 Kalibarumanis Melalui Pembelajaran Kreatif dalam Program Kampus Mengajar
Authors: Tasya Madinah  , Astri Widyaruli Anggraeni
Published: November 2024

The Kampus Mengajar Program is an initiative by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology of Indonesia aimed at improving the quality of education in elementary schools, particularly in literacy and numeracy. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of this program at SDN 5 Kalibarumanis through a creative learning approach. Implemented programs include Puzzle Mame (Metaphor Majas), TTS Listening to Stories, and the Making of 3D Shape Nets. The results show that this creative approach successfully increased students' interest, motivation, and literacy and numeracy skills. Collaboration with class teachers also positively contributed to the program's success. Based on these findings, it is recommended that this creative learning approach be further developed and implemented in other schools to enhance overall educational quality.
Rhetoric Of The Question, The Dialogue Of Poetic Vision, A Reading Of Samples From The Collection Of "Sukrat Al - Qamar " By Amal Al-Qasim
Authors: Khalil Shukri Hayas  , Marwa Mohamad Najeeb
Published: November 2024

The poetic question is a subject that is expanding in critical studies to the extent, which is formed a private critical space. The poetic question was able to excrete during the reading a remarkable aesthetic and rhetorical aesthetic. It doubled the interest of critics and creators together and created dialogues between text and its recipients. Here in this research, the Dialogic means is not in the concept of the Bakhtni that depends on the intersexuality, but in its communicative concept for searching to the effectiveness of the poet in creating interactive dialogue between him and the implicit reader within the text and his default reader out of the text. This question dialogic creates a poetics distinctive and takes the technical reasons for dialogue from the technical side and even qualitative, and the question with elegance’s poetic. With this vision’s reading we have tried to analyze two patterns from poems of poet Amal AL-Qasim called (Cuffed eloquence) and (Sura water) which are standing on the poetic question to search inside both of the patterns on Aesthetic toward poetic and his ability to deepen the significance of the text and find out the poetic’s idealism and poetics.
Penerapan Metode Bermain Peran dalam Mengembangkan Karakter Disiplin pada Siswa Kelas III Mata Pelajaran Ppkn pada Materi Nilai-Nilai Pancasila SDIT Raudhatur Rahmah Pekanbaru
Authors: Nanda Putri Maileni  , Wismanto Wismanto  , Deprizon Deprizon  , Salman Salman  , Sakban Sakban  , Radhiyatul Fithri
Published: November 2024

Disciplinary character is an attitude and feeling of being obedient and obedient to values ​​that are believed to be one's responsibility. Therefore, teachers try to develop students' disciplined character, one of which is by applying the role-playing method. This research aims to develop students' disciplined character through role-playing methods on Pancasila values. This researcher uses a qualitative method with the Classroom Action Research (PTK) type, which consists of 2 cycles and each cycle has 2 meetings. The data collection techniques are through observation, interviews and documentation. The research results obtained from the application of the role playing method in PPKN subjects on Pancasila values ​​for teachers in cycle I increased from 75.5% to cycle II 88.75%. The application of the role playing method in PPKN subjects regarding Pancasila values ​​to students in cycle I was 67.5% and cycle II was 93.75%. Meanwhile, student learning outcomes in the mathematics subject material flat shapes after implementing the picture and picture model increased with the average score in cycle I being 65% and cycle II being 85%.
The Influence of EFL Apprehension in Speaking Performance
Authors: Hawraa Hashim Hameed  , Amaal Eimad Jawad
Published: November 2024

The influence of EFL apprehension on speaking performance is a significant area of study in language learning. Empirical studies reveal that anxiety among EFL students is influenced by variables such as communication anxiety, fear of receiving a poor grade, and low self-esteem.  during speaking activities. Speech anxiety among ESL/EFL learners can impact their oral communication skills negatively, leading to avoidance and withdrawal from speaking activities in the classroom. Language anxiety, specifically related to speaking, can hinder students' willingness to engage in foreign language acquisition and affect their speaking performance negatively .Research have indicated a connection between EFL students' oral communication anxiety and communication proficiency,highlighting the importance of addressing anxiety to enhance language proficiency.
Difficulties Faced by Second Language Learners in Using Collocation
Authors: Sarah Nazar Kadhem  , Fatima Shawqi Ismail
Published: November 2024

This paper reviews the challenges encountered by second language learners in the  acquisition  and  utilization  of  collocations,  which  are  crucial aspects of proficient language use. Collocations refer to the habitual pairing or grouping of words  that  occur  together  frequently  in  natural  language.  The  research synthesizes findings from various studies conducted in the field, highlighting common difficulties experienced by learners across different proficiency levels and linguistic backgrounds. Key factors contributing to these challenges include differences  in  first  language  structures,  inadequate  exposure  to  authentic language use, limited awareness of collocational patterns, and difficulties in achieving  native-like  fluency.  Additionally,  pedagogical  implications  and effective  instructional  strategies  for  enhancing  collocational competence are discussed,  is to inform language instructors and curriculum developers in building more targeted and effective language learning materials and activities.This  research  is  divided  into  three  sections;  section  one  presents  the preliminaries   of   the   study.   Section   two   explains   the   meaning,   types, characteristics, and importance of the study. Section three will apply a test of collocation on the 4th stage of the college to know their weakness points in collocation. Finally, the conclusion is the research.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Teknik Mind Mapping Berbantuan Mind Meister terhadap Kemampuan Menceritakan Kembali Isi Teks Narasi Siswa Kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Parbuluan
Authors: Yoyuti Sonata Capah
Published: November 2024

This study, utilizing MindMeister, aims to examine the impact of using the mind mapping technique on the ability of 7th-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Parbuluan to retell the content of a narrative text they have read. The research population consisted of 172 7th-grade students, with a sample size of 56 students divided into two groups: a control class and an experimental class, each comprising 28 students. The research employed a quantitative method with a true experimental design. The research instrument was a performance test, and the data were analyzed using a t-test. Based on the results, the average score of students’ ability to narrate the content of a narrative text using the close reading technique was 62.21, with a standard deviation of 6.33, which falls into the “poor” category. Meanwhile, the students’ ability to retell the narrative text using the mind mapping technique with the assistance of MindMeister was 80.07, categorized as “good,” with a standard deviation of 5.48. The data indicated an improvement in the average scores between the control class, which used the intensive reading technique, and the experimental class, which applied the mind mapping technique. Through hypothesis testing, it was found that Thitung > Ttabel, thus rejecting H0 and accepting H1. This means that the use of the mind mapping technique with the help of MindMeister positively influences the ability of 7th-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Parbuluan to retell narrative texts.
Prinsip Habluminallah dalam Puisi “Sajadah Panjang” Karya Taufik Ismail, dan “Tuhan, Kita Begitu Dekat” Karya Abdul Hadi WM
Authors: Istiqomah Dinda Rahmawati
Published: November 2024

This study aims to describe the principle of habluminallah in poetry. The objects of study in this research are the poems "Long Sajadah" by Taufik Ismail and "God, We Are So Close" by Abdul Hadi WM. The method used in presenting the results of the analysis is a qualitative descriptive method. The researcher conducted a literature search of the two poems to collect research data which was then carried out in comparative literature. The approach taken is objective, namely finding something unique in poetry. The data discussed in this study: (1) Analysis of the intrinsic narrative elements of the two poems (2) the principle of habluminallah in both poems. The results of the study show that the poem "Long Prayer Prayer" by Taufik Ismail and the poem "God, We Are So Close" by Abdul Hadi WM have a connection, because the two poems explain religious values, namely the close relationship between humans and their gods.
Semantik Dalam Bahasa Indonesia
Authors: Nisaul Zahra  , Yuni Sonia  , Saida Adilla  , Riski Ainaul Mardiyah  , Dinda Amelia
Published: November 2024

Semantics is defined as a field of linguistics that studies meaning. This includes semantic relationships or meaning relationships between language units, such as words, phrases, clauses, and sentences. Language units can be words, phrases, or sentences; and semantic relationships. In this study, the team of authors will discuss material related to semantics in language and technology. The purpose of this study is to provide new and in-depth knowledge related to the branch of linguistics, namely semantics in the realm of language and the development of the resulting technology.
Analisis Penataan Perpustakaan untuk Meningkatkan Minat Baca di Sekolah Negeri 1 Demulih
Authors: Ni Komang Juni Rahayu
Published: November 2024

This study aims to analyse the arrangement of the library to increase reading interest in State School 1 Demulih. The arrangement of the library in SD N 1 Demulih has not been fully implemented based on the flow of the library layout to facilitate and process the work done by the library staff, the library layout can attract students' interest in reading. This study uses a descriptive research method with a qualitative method. The data collection techniques used in this study are observation sheets and interview list sheets conducted at SD N 1 Demulih. The results of this study is the Library at SD N 1 Demulih have carried out several strategies for physical and non-physical arrangement of the library. The physical arrangement strategy that has been carried out is the location of the Library that is accessible to students, bright lighting and available air ventilation as well as providing facilities and infrastructure such as chairs and tables in good condition that can be used by students when reading the library collection. Providing these strategies is very important for readers so that students who read in the library feel comfortable and make them feel at home so that the students want to come back again to read.
Analisis Kebutuhan Guru terhadap Bahan Ajar Interaktif IPAS Berbasis Tri Hita Karana di Sekolah Dasar Negeri 2 Batur
Authors: I Nyoman Sudirman  , I Wayan Anto Wijaya
Published: November 2024

This research aims to develop Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) learning articles with a Tri Hita Karana orientation to increase teachers' needs for interactive teaching materials at SD Negeri 2 Batur. In the independent curriculum, science and social studies learning is combined into Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) subjects, with the hope that teachers can fulfill learning needs. The approach used in this research is descriptive qualitative, with the research subjects consisting of science and technology teachers. The techniques used in data collection were carried out through in-depth interviews and observation. The research results show that teachers need teaching materials that are more interactive, relevant to the local context, and able to integrate Tri Hita Karana values ​​in learning. The main challenges faced are limited technological facilities and a lack of teaching materials that link science concepts to students' daily lives. Based on research results, the development of local wisdom-based teaching materials such as Tri Hita Karana has the potential to increase students' active participation and support learning that is more meaningful, effective and relevant to the cultural context and local environment.
Kääntäjät ja kääntimet monikielisessä yhteiskunnassa
Authors: Koponen Maarit
Published: November 2024

This text is a written reproduction of the inaugural lecture held at the University of Eastern Finland on 25 September 2024.
Employment Status Analysis of Students in Vocational Colleges under the
Background of Industry 5.0
Authors: Li Yan , Leong Wai Yie
Published: November 2024

This study analyzes students' employment status in vocational colleges based on Industry 5.0 context. We identify key factors affecting employment rates, and proposes strategies to address the students’ employment potential. The study integrates theory and practice in teaching, optimizing content and methods to meet industry needs, and enhancing students’ employability. The study recommends educational and teaching reforms, including the "dual-teacher" model, entrepreneurship education, industry training, and certification, to improve students' adaptability and competitiveness in the job market. This offers practical guidance for educational institutions and enterprises to enhance the quality of vocational education and meet the talent requirements of modern manufacturing industries.
Engaging the Next Generation: Political Awareness and Voting Preferences in Pakistan Election 2024
Authors: Shoaib Muhammad , Qasim Muhammad , Siddiqui Usman Shamim , Ullah Sami , Yaseen Muhammad Noman
Published: November 2024

This study examines the relationship between students' awareness of the political context in Pakistan and their voting preferences in the 2024 elections, while also exploring the moderating role of gender.Data were collected through a survey of 306 social sciences’ students who voted first time in 2024 elections from Khawaja Fareed University, the Islamia University of Bahawalpur, and Bahauddin Zakaria University in South Punjab. The questionnaire assessed political awareness and voting preferences, with hypotheses tested using structured regression analysis. The findings of the study revealed that political awareness has positive influence on voting preference. Moreover, gender play a moderating role on the relationship of political awareness and voting preference. The study suggests future research should investigate mediating factors, such as socio-economic background, and additional moderating variables to deepen the understanding of this relationship. Practical implications highlight the need for policymakers and educational institutions to enhance political awareness among students, which is crucial for fostering civic engagement. This research contributes to the understanding of political behavior among youth in Pakistan and emphasizes the importance of awareness in shaping electoral outcomes.
Identifikasi Geolistrik Pada Lokasi Amblasan Jalan Gombel Lama Semarang
Authors: Wibowo Agung Hari , Saptorini Takdir Rochjati
Published: November 2024

Amblasan yang terjadi pada konstruksi jalan seringkali disebabkan oleh adanya deformasi tanah. Selain akibat perubahan komposisi pembentuknya, deformasi tanah juga disebabkan oleh gravitasi dan bidang gelincirnya. Pada umumnya bidang gelincir ditandai oleh adanya lapisan kedap di bawah lapisan permeable. Disamping posisi bidang gelincir, penyelidikan tanah yang mengalami deformasi juga meliputi karakteristik litologi dari masing-masing lapisan. Salah satu upaya untuk melakukan penyelidikan mengenai litologi lapisan tanah dan bidang gelincir dapat dilakukan dengan geolistrik. Melalui geolistrik yang dilakukan pada 4 line pengujian, didapatkan data litologi di bawah amblasan Jalan Gombel lama diantaranya adalah tanah penutup tebal 1 sampai 2 meter, pasir kerikilan tebal 1 sampai 4,4 meter, lempung tufaan tebalan mencapai 8 meter, breksi vulkanik tebal 1 sampai 11 meter, batu lempung tebal 10 hingga > 20 meter, dan batu pasir yang memiliki ketebala 4 sampai dengan 18 meter. Bidang gelincir ditemukan di atas lapisan batu lempung tufaan pada kedalaman 2 meter dan batu lempung pada kedalaman 17 meter untuk titik GL-1 dan GL-2, sedangkan pada titik GL-3 bidang gelincir terletak pada kedalaman12 dan 20 meter.
Analisis Perhitungan Struktur Pembangunan Gedung Sekolah 4 Lantai di Semarang
Authors: Muhroni Alim , Wijaya Tenardhy Aryarama , Putra Dirga Asmara
Published: November 2024

To meet the community's educational needs, existing schools are encouraged to increase their student capacity by building new facilities. As public infrastructure, school buildings need to be designed as reliably as possible, including their earthquake resistance. To ensure that a building is earthquake-resistant, this study analyzes it using the ETABS software. This research was conducted in Semarang City on a four-story school building. The results indicate that the Participating Mass Ratio of the school building is greater than 90%. The comparison of the Response Spectrum with the Equivalent Static method shows 92.80% along the X-axis and 87.85% along the Y-axis. Based on the calculated inter-story drift, if an earthquake occurs with the provided data, the building is expected to withstand the event without collapsing.
The Chemical Composition and Quality Analysis of Commercially Sold Milk in Hyderabad, Pakistan
Authors: Abdul Sami Dahri1  , Asim Patrick2  , Asghar Ali3  , Muhammad Aqil4
Published: November 2024

Bovine milk is a rich in Nutrition this biofluid is consist of hundreds of different chemically complex components. Large numbers of human populations consume milk due to its healthy benefit. It is utilized altogether various times of life i.e youth, adolescence, pregnancy, and in old age. It is useful source of Protein, lactose, fat, minerals, nutrients, and vitamins are important nutrients present in Milk. Customers undoubtedly require nutritious, healthy, and clean milk. To maintain quality, milk must have a normal chemical composition, without adulterants, and have a low amount of titerable acidity, and taste fantastic. The nutrients present in the fresh milk sold in Hyderabad was examined in this study. 12 milk tests were gathered from shops of twelve randomly selected vicinity of three towns Qasimabad, Hyderabad city and Latifabad of Hyderabad. Numerous factors, including the percentages of protein, fat, total solids, solids without fat, acidity, and specific gravity, were used to calculate the chemical composition of milk. The results for raw milk sample showed highest mean% of protein 3.46% ±0.65, fat 2.23% ±0.42, total solid 9.0 ±1.93, solid not fat 6.84 ±1.67, acidity 0.23 ±0.05 and specific gravity 1.024 ±0.00 When statistical analysis was performed on the results of milk tests, it was observed that the mean percentages of protein, total solids, non-fat solids, acidity, and specific gravity were not statistically different (P>0.05), whereas the mean percentage of fat was considerably different (P<0.05). Significant milk components like fat, protein, total solids, and non-solid fats were significantly lower in milk sold in Hyderabad than in pure milk, demonstrating the poor nutritional nature of milk.
Keywords: Chemical Composition, Nutritional Analysis, Milk Adulteration, Dairy Products, Food Safety
Frequency of Asymptomatic Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis in Patients with Chronic Liver Disease and Ascites
Authors: Dr. Muhammad Waqar Farooqi  , Dr. Muhammad Nisar  , Dr. Abdullah  , Dr. Jalwa  , Dr. Fawad Nasir  , Dr. Muhamamd Saad
Published: November 2024

Chronic liver disease (CLD) contributes significantly to morbidity and mortality around the world. In Pakistan, it is due mainly to infections of Hepatitis B and C. One of the complications of CLD, which is often important for such patients, involves an infection of spontaneous bacterial peritonitis. Asymptomatic spontaneous bacterial peritonitis commonly develops in asymptomatic patients with ascites and is therefore preventable when it develops early. This study will determine the incidence of asymptomatic SBP in patients with CLD and ascites, providing potentially valuable data to support screening protocols for early intervention and improved outcomes. It was a cross-sectional study carried out for six months in the Gastroenterology Department of Sheikh Zayed Hospital, Lahore. A total of 121 CLD patients with ascites, meeting particular inclusion criteria, were assessed. The cases were categorized as asymptomatic SBP if the cultures were positive with more than 10⁵ colonies or more than 250/mm³ polymorphonuclear cells, without fever, pain, or tenderness. The patients were stratified according to age, gender, and Child-Pugh classification. The data were analyzed using SPSS version 24, along with the Chi-square test for correlation between the Child-Pugh class and SBP.The proportion of asymptomatic SBP was at 14.8 % among 121 patients. The patients were older: 66.1%, were mostly more than 50 years old, with a fair sex distribution ratio of 52.1 females against 47.9 males. Patients classified into Child-Pugh Class C constituted the highest proportions of patients with SBP cases of 14.8 % and significant association at p=0.000. Asymptomatic SBP in 14.8% of the patients with CLD and ascites forms the justification for routine screening on hospital admission. Critical importance is placed on detecting asymptomatic SBP because this leads to earlier intervention and a potential reduction in the risk of major complications, particularly in patients classified as Child Class C.
Keywords- Frequency, Asymptomatic,  Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis, Patients Chronic Liver Disease, Ascites
Biochemical, Mineral and Microbial Analysis of Differently Salted Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus)
Authors: Aliyu, M. D.  , Abdulkarim, M.  , Egbo, M. L.  , Salifu, U. A.
Published: November 2024

This study investigated the proximate, mineral, and microbial composition of Nile tilapia preserved using three different salting methods: Kench, Brining, and Granulated Salting. A total of 27 fish samples were processed, with 9 fish allocated to each preservation method. The results of the proximate composition analysis revealed that Brining resulted in the highest moisture content (52.60%) compared to Kench (45.23%) and Granulated Salting (40.10%) (p < 0.05). Granulated Salting produced the highest crude protein content (32.40%), which was significantly greater than that of Brining (28.47%) and Kench (30.30%). While Brining exhibited the highest crude fat content (9.20%) (p < 0.05), Granulated Salting had the highest ash (15.77%) and pH (6.47) values, indicating its effectiveness in preserving fish quality. The mineral composition analysis showed significant differences among the methods, with Granulated Salting having the highest sodium (3500.00 mg) and calcium (200.00 mg) contents (p < 0.05). The microbial analysis indicated that Kench had the highest bacterial and fungal counts, with a significant presence of pathogens such as S. aureus and P. aeruginosa. In contrast, Granulated Salting exhibited the lowest microbial load, significantly reducing bacterial and fungal contamination (p < 0.05). In conclusion, Granulated Salting emerged as the most effective method for preserving the nutritional and microbiological quality of Nile tilapia. It demonstrated superior efficacy in reducing moisture content, preserving protein, minimizing lipid oxidation, and controlling microbial growth. Therefore, Granulated Salting is recommended as the preferred method for preserving Nile tilapia due to its exceptional ability to retain protein content, maintain biochemical stability, and effectively reduce microbial contamination.
Smart Energy Metering for Cost Comparative Analysis in Energy Management
Authors: Izilein Fred Abeibhode , Akinola Olubumi , Guiwa Mathurine , Yekini Suberu Mohammed , Obakpolor Osazuwa
Published: November 2024

A significant achievement in the precise and effective monitoring of electric energy is the development of an inexpensive wireless smart energy meter capable of measuring electricity consumption. This technology is essential for many applications, such as smart grids, in more complex and networked electric systems. It introduces a real-time energy monitoring system. Smart meters offer greater opportunities for effective and sustainable energy consumption and can enhance the utilization of energy sources. Sophisticated services offered by smart energy meters surpass those of conventional energy meters. These services include demand reduction, customer billing, time-based demand data analysis, outage management, distribution network analysis and planning, and remote connection. Additionally, two-way real-time communication between utility providers and smart energy meters is possible. In the framework of the study, an active energy evaluation technique was explored based on the dual components of instantaneous active and reactive power analysis. In addition, an application of electronic design and component fabrication for energy consumption monitoring and management through the concept of digital instrumentation and communication protocol was used for the realization of the physical project. The smart metering system developed was tested on three different households and the results show a decrease in the cost of electricity and the quantity of power delivered within a 24-hour timeframe.
Assessing the Impact of Federal Character Principle on Recruitment and Promotion in the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, FCT, Nigeria
Authors: Otu Joseph Ayi , Okafor Ikechukwu Joseph , Lawal Yusuf
Published: November 2024

This study evaluated the implementation of Federal Character principle in Nigerian public service with focus on recruitment and promotion at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH). The primary purpose of the research was to determine the degree to which the federal character principle was adhered to during recruitment and promotion processes at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital (UATH). The study employed a survey design consisting primarily of a structured questionnaire and observation to collect data for analysis. In contrast, secondary sources of information included journals, textbooks, internet sources, UATH's office, and other periodicals. Using Taro Yarmane's statistical sample size instrument, 89 individuals were selected from a total population of 2,742. The questionnaire data were analysed using cumulative frequency tables, mean average, and the Chi-square statistical instrument (IBM SPSS Version 23) was used to assess the study's hypotheses. In the recruitment and promotion processes at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, the federal character principle is poorly implemented, according to the findings. According to the findings, the federal character principle sacrifices merit for quota and political patronage syndrome, which led to the marginalisation of some ethnic groups. The study recommended that recruitment and promotion should be based strictly on merits by regularly publishing names of appointments of staff.  Also, regular training for management staff and efficient feedback of employees’ performance should be encouraged in order to promote merit.
Reducing Environmental Footprint of Disability Sports Events
Authors: Nwabuwe Nathaniel Sunday , Odirin Omiegbe
Published: November 2024

As the participation of individuals with disabilities in sports continues to grow, the environmental impact on fauna and flora has come under increasing scrutiny. However, while celebrating athletic achievement and inclusion, it often generates significant amounts of solid waste. This solid waste can have detrimental impacts on the environment, including pollution, resource depletion, and greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, addressing the environmental footprint of sports events is crucial for promoting sustainability. This paper therefore, using evaluative and prescriptive methodology, examines challenges associated with solid waste management in disability sports events and proposes effective strategies to reduce their environmental impact on fauna and flora. To draw meaningful conclusions, the paper relies on both primary sources—observed experience—and secondary sources—a literature review of relevant publications from PubMed and Google Scholar. The keywords used in the search were: disabilities sports events, challenges and strategies, solid waste management, sustainable event management, inclusive environmental practices, and waste reduction techniques. Nevertheless, the findings indicate that the challenges are multifaceted, including the logistical complexities of handling large volumes of waste, diversity of waste, limited infrastructure, accessibility and behavioural challenges, public perception and accountability, and inadequate awareness of environmental sustainability of disposal methods. Nonetheless, the paper found that strategies for addressing these challenges involve a combination of innovative approaches and best practices. Key among these is the development of comprehensive waste management plans that prioritize recycling, composting, waste reduction at the source, the use of biodegradable and recyclable materials in sports equipment and event supplies, raising awareness and engaging participants, organizers, and spectators and collaboration between event organizers, waste management companies, and local governments; to make the future of disability sports to be both inclusive and environmentally responsible for the sustenance and survival of humanity.
PERLINDUNGAN HUKUM PEMEGANG HAK ATAS TANAH TERHADAP PERBUATAN MELAWAN HUKUM TERBITNYA SERTIFIKAT GANDA
Authors: Limbong Hansen Alfian , Atmadja Dhody.AR.Widjaja , Ismed Mohamad
Published: November 2024

The guarantee of legal certainty regarding land rights has been regulated in Law Number 5 of 1960 concerning Basic Regulations on Agrarian Principles (UUPA). Especially in Article 19 of the UUPA in ensuring legal certainty, the Government holds land registration throughout Indonesia and the issuance of proof of land rights, namely Certificates. In reality, disputes or legal cases often arise over the issuance of double certificates on the same land plot issued by the local Land Office which results in losses for land rights holders. The formulation of the problem in this study is how the civil responsibility of the land office for the double certificate dispute and how to protect the legal protection of the land right holder for the double certificate dispute. The type of research used in this study is normative juridical with a legislative, conceptual, and case approach. The source of legal materials in this study is secondary data consisting of primary, secondary, and tertiary legal materials using the technique of collecting legal materials, namely literature studies.  The result of this study is the civil responsibility of the land office for court decisions that have permanent legal force for dual certificate disputes, namely recording and/or changing the recording of certificates that are declared valid and/or do not have legal force. There is no compensation in material form from the Land Office to the holder of land rights whose certificate has been declared valid by a court decision that has permanent legal force. Legal protection of land rights holders in a dispute over multiple certificates can be carried out by canceling one of the certificates made by the authorized Head of the Land Office and/or the aggrieved party files a civil lawsuit on the basis of unlawful acts through the competent district court in accordance with the applicable legal provisions.
Estimation and comparison the levels of some heavy metals in fast food (Chicken Shawarma) during the morning and evening hours from restaurants in some areas in the city of Tobruk, Libya
Authors:   Department of Chemistry-Science Faculty-Tobruk University –Libya., Yaseen Maryam. J. , Osama Hamza. , Osama Ziyad , Gad almawal Hassan , Salem Amna. , Faraj Roya
Published: November 2024

Environmental pollution is one of the main issues that affect human and animal health, and heavy metals are one of the main causes of pollution. The aim of the study was to estimate the concentration of heavy metals: iron, nickel, zinc, lead, copper and cadmium in chicken shawarma in some restaurants in Tobruk, Libya in the morning and evening periods, and the results showed that chicken shawarma contains higher concentrations of heavy metals ranging from (9.66-1.23mg/L) for iron, copper (4.20-8.65mg/L), cadmium (0.011-0.18mg/L) and lead (0.028-0.052mg/L) in morning and evening periods compared to FAO (1983), WHO (2000) and FDA (2001). No value was found for nickel and zinc in the samples Keywords: Heavy metals, chicken shawarma, atomic absorption Spectrometry (AAS), Tobruk, Libya.
Contemporary Language Teaching and Learning with ChatGPT
Authors: KARTAL Galip
Published: November 2024

This comprehensive review explores the potential and challenges of ChatGPT, an AI conversational model, in the context of language learning. The paper delineates the various affordances of ChatGPT, demonstrating its capacity to support language acquisition, generate diverse text genres, and offer interactive dialogue simulations. It also provides practical strategies for learners and educators to leverage ChatGPT's capabilities, as presented in the appendices. However, the review also critically examines the limitations and ethical considerations associated with the use of AI tools like ChatGPT, including issues of academic integrity, accuracy of responses, cultural bias, lack of genuine interactivity, and potential for over-reliance. It emphasizes the need for critical digital competence among teachers and learners in navigating the hybrid digital landscape, and underscores the importance of a principled approach to the integration of such technologies in pedagogical practices. The paper concludes with a call for ongoing exploration and critical examination as we navigate the promising but complex terrain of AI in language learning.
High School Students’ Motivation in Learning English
Authors: Sağlam Tuğba
Published: November 2024

This study aims to measure the motivation level of high school students to learn English, to identify the factors that affect their motivations and provide the appropriate help to the students. Data was collected from 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade students studying at İsmail Kaya İmam Hatip High school in Konya. The study was designed by using a quantitative research method that included a questionnaire that assessed the learners' motivation to learn English. The number of the participants is 152.The statements in the scale were categorized into four groups: intrinsic, parental, environmental, and teacher’s attitude-related factors. The findings revealed that students’ intrinsic factor is the main factor that affects students’ motivation.
Teaching English Vocabulary: Innovative Methods
Authors: Arslan Kemal
Published: November 2024

Enhancing English Vocabulary Acquisition through Innovative Methods: A Systematic Review
The acquisition and retention of English vocabulary play a pivotal role in enabling individuals to communicate effectively, comprehend diverse texts, and express themselves with precision. Traditional methods of vocabulary instruction, such as rote memorization and isolated vocabulary drills, have often proven ineffective in fostering deep understanding, promoting contextualization, and catering to individual learning styles. In response to these limitations, a plethora of innovative methods have emerged, incorporating technology, contextualized learning, and personalized learning strategies to revolutionize vocabulary instruction. Drawing upon 10 studies published within the last years, the review provides compelling evidence that innovative methods outperform traditional methods in promoting long-term retention, fostering deep understanding, enhancing contextualization, and increasing learner engagement.The findings reveal that technology-based tools, such as interactive vocabulary apps and virtual reality vocabulary games, provide engaging and personalized learning experiences that cater to diverse learning styles and preferences. Contextualized learning approaches, incorporating authentic texts, real-world examples, and storytelling activities, promote deep understanding of vocabulary concepts by grounding new words in meaningful contexts. Personalized learning strategies, tailored to individual needs and preferences, optimize learning outcomes for all learners, ensuring that vocabulary instruction is relevant, engaging, and effective.The implications of this research emphasize the importance of embracing innovative methods and integrating them into English vocabulary instruction strategies. Educators should consider incorporating technology-based tools, exploring contextualized learning approaches, and adopting personalized learning strategies to create more engaging, effective, and personalized learning experiences for their students.By promoting the adoption of innovative methods, this research aims to empower educators to revolutionize vocabulary instruction, enhancing language proficiency, and fostering lifelong learning habits among English language learners.
Bioelectrical stimulation therapy for muscle injuries in aerobics athletes
Authors: Chen Jian
Published: November 2024

This article aims to explore the recovery effect of the bioelectrical stimulation therapy on muscle injuries in aerobics athletes. Non-invasive medical techniques are adopted to activate muscle tissue through electrical currents, promoting muscle contraction ability and functional recovery. This article selects 100 aerobics athletes with muscle injuries through questionnaire surveys and interviews. The Modulo Plus electrical stimulation device is used, and personalized treatment plans are set. Muscle changes before and after treatment are monitored using electromyography and ultrasound technology. In the single-blind experiment, in the fourth week, the pain score of the experimental group decreases to 2.4 points; the functional recovery score increases to 75.2 points; the flexibility measurement reaches 19.2 cm. In the case-control study, the bioelectrical stimulation therapy cures all athletes in the sixth week, exceeding the conventional therapy’s 35 patients, and has a lower recurrence rate. In the cohort study, athletes who use the bioelectrical stimulation therapy for a long time have a shorter average recovery time of 15.3 days and a recurrence rate of 16%. In the muscle recovery experiment, in the eighth week after treatment, the electromyographic activity level of the experimental group increases to 58.6 μV; the muscle thickness increases to 4.3 mm; the echo intensity increases to 63.1 dB; the fatigue characteristic score drops to 2.1. These data indicate that the bioelectrical stimulation therapy has significant effects in reducing pain, promoting functional recovery, improving flexibility, shortening recovery time, and reducing recurrence rates and pain scores, thereby providing an effective treatment option for the recovery of muscle injuries in aerobics athletes.
Research progress in bone cutting technology for dental implant sites preparation: A review
Authors: You Jia , Zhou Xiangyu , Xu Xixi , Li Tingyu , Liu Yunfeng
Published: November 2024

With the increasing improvement of living standards and the popularization of dental implant restoration, dental implantation has become the preferred treatment for patients with missing teeth. The implant sites preparation is one of the most important procedures in dental implant surgery. The thermal and mechanical damage caused to the bone tissue during this process can directly affect the formation of osseointegration. To mitigate these adverse effects, many scholars have used methods such as optimizing cutting parameters and improving the structure of surgical tools to better control heat generation and cutting forces. At the same time, many new processing technologies such as milling, ultrasonic machining, and laser machining have also been explored for shaping implant site and have made some progress. This review aims to discuss the advantages and limitations of these techniques used in osteotomy, summarizes the current research status in 97 literatures of related fields.
Industrialization and innovation strategy of event resources in ice and snow sports under the background of big data
Authors: Zhang Hongli
Published: November 2024

This article examines the industrialization and innovative strategy of event resources in ice and snow sports in the context of big data. Based on this analysis, the article proposes a path and development strategy for the Chinese sports industry, which includes encouraging the industrialization of the nation’s ice and snow sports industry. It is important to evaluate ice and snow sports in order to improve competitive results and optimize training techniques using big data technologies. Despite using a variety of techniques to evaluate performance, their inability to fully capture the complex patterns found in ice and snow sports events presents difficulties. In order to assess and enhance sports talents, therefore we proposed a new method using ISSE-Apriori algorithms. The pre-processed data gathered before extracting the most important and relevant features. The experiment results section analyzes the resources of ice and snow sports cities. The results examine sports event strategies, taking into account predictions and actual accuracy results, the GDP growth rate, the efficiency of industrial development, and a comparison of Apriori before and after enhancement. The experimental result is validating using measures like recall, accuracy, and precision. In addition, we conducted a comparative analysis with the current approaches to confirm the efficiency and robustness of the proposed methodology. The Suggested approach is implemented with Python Software. The Suggested Approach’s performance is measured in terms of RMSE (0.3524), MAE (0.1832), MAPE (4.24) with large dataset. The results stated that the proposed methodology has provided an accuracy of 98.42%.