bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Chinese Type 56 Semi-automatic Rifles Produced at Factory 296
Authors: Xu Lin
Published: September 2024

The Type 56 SKS is the most-produced Chinese rifle. Not only did it serve as the primary infantry rifle for the Chinese and North Vietnamese armies between the 1960s and 1980s, it has also become extremely popular on the foreign civilian market, with millions exported from China. As a result of this popularity, factories for the production of components for these rifles proliferated around China—the author grew up next to one of these facilities. Drawing on a range of Chinese-language primary and secondary sources, as well as referencing the author’s own collection of Type 56 SKS rifles, this article provides an in-depth review of the rifle’s origin, technology transfer from the Soviet Union, and Chinese production of the rifle at Factory 296, the facility in which it was produced in the largest numbers. Rifle markings, serial numbering, and modifications are also discussed in detail.
Book Reviews
Authors: Campbell Ken , Noyce Richard , Traynor Lisa
Published: September 2024

The History of Browning Firearms: A Complete Chronicle of the Greatest Gunsmith of All Time Reviewed by: Ken Campbell David Miller. New York: Skyhorse Publishing, 2023. ISBN 1-5107-5653-3. 128 pp., numerous col. & b. & w. illus. $19.99. German Field Artillery of World War II Reviewed by: Richard Noyce Steven J. Zaloga. Oxford: Osprey Publishing Ltd, 2023. ISBN 9781 472853974. 48 pp., numerous col. and b. & w. illus. £12.99 (paperback). British Ordnance Muskets of the 1830s and 1840s: George Lovell’s Legacy Reviewed by: Lisa Traynor Adrian Roads with De Witt Bailey. Leeds: Royal Armouries, 2023. ISBN 978-1-9130-1342-4. 391 pp., 473 col. & b. & w. images, £80.
Falling Movements in Free Verse: Turning Back in Poems by William Carlos Williams and Sylvia Plath
Authors: Lilja Eva
Published: September 2024

Verse rhythm is formed in a process, where reading adjusts the individual sounds of the poem. It may be perceived as a play between directions and balances. The directions can be rising or falling. Here, the author investigates four kinds of falling rhythm, which are back-structuring (the phrase is perceived as a whole), equivalences (approximate repetition), falling phrases (the stress comes first), and extensions (from a focus). In William Carlos Williams’ poem “A Red Wheelbarrow,” the line pairs form closed back-structures that are completed with the gestalts of the closed equivalences out of repeated enjambments in the middle of every line pair. In Sylvia Plath’s poem “Words,” the heavy streaming extensions in the first part turn into irregular balances in the second part, which provides a picture of depressive tranquility.
Striking a Balance: Challenges and Strategies in Implementing English Medium Instruction (EMI) in a Non-Anglophone Higher Education Context
Authors: Kamal Subrina , Rahman Bhuiyan Md Mijanur , Khatun Mymuna
Published: September 2024

Universities in many non-Anglophone countries have adopted English Medium Instruction (EMI) for tertiary education due to the global demand for English proficiency. Bangladesh is no exception, with the push for EMI driven by two main objectives: achieving economic growth and developing a proficient workforce. As a result, many higher education institutions are transitioning to EMI policies. While EMI offers students and teachers international exposure and access to the global academic environment, it also presents significant challenges, including potential language barriers and reduced comprehension. This study conducts a comprehensive analysis of academic articles and peer-reviewed journals to identify and evaluate the challenges faced by teachers and students in Bangladeshi higher education due to EMI. It examines key aspects, including the historical development of English in Bangladesh, its importance before and after independence, and the current difficulties in integrating EMI into tertiary education. The study provides a nuanced understanding of the benefits and drawbacks of EMI in the Bangladeshi context. The research concludes with insightful recommendations for policymakers aimed at enhancing the status of English in Bangladesh. These recommendations include strategies for improving teacher training, enhancing curriculum design, and providing additional support for students struggling with EMI. Ultimately, this paper offers a strategic framework to address the multifaceted issues associated with EMI in higher education, aiming to improve both educational outcomes and economic prospects in Bangladesh. By implementing these recommendations, policymakers can better support the integration of EMI and help students and teachers navigate its challenges effectively.
The Impact of SMEs Capability for Service Innovation and Its Tactical Green Marketing on Sustainable Business Performance
Authors: Khan Fawad Ahmed , Sheikh Dr. Adnan Ahmed , Zainab Farah
Published: September 2024

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is now central to all firms. Customers now expect companies to promote sustainability and social well-being actively. This study examines the direct and indirect effects of stakeholder pressure (SP), corporate social responsibility (CSR), tactical green marketing orientation (TGMO), and service innovation competence (SIC) on five sectors of Pakistani Small and Medium enterprises’ (SME) sustainable business performance (SBP). The paper used a resource-based view and stakeholder theories. An online questionnaire collected data from 284 SMEs in five areas. The study tested its hypotheses using partial least squares (PLS) 4.0 path modeling. The study found that stakeholder pressure and corporate social responsibility (CSR) affect tactical green marketing and sustainable organizational performance. The data also shows that tactical green marketing mediates the impact of stakeholder pressure and CSR on sustainable business performance. Service innovation moderates the link between tactical green marketing orientation and sustainable business performance. This study seeks to clarify and improve the relationship between tactical green marketing and company sustainability. This It gives management a complete picture of the company’s long-term success.
Enchanted but Regretful: Exploring the Impact of Flow Induced Impulse Buying and Return Intention in the Domain of Live Streaming Commerce
Authors: Kumar Satinder , Taneja Nazia
Published: September 2024

Social media live streaming has gained popularity among small sellers for real-time selling. Although favourable facets of live streaming have been studied, the potential for these advantages to result in negative outcomes is unexplored. The surge in small businesses embracing live streaming has led to a corresponding increase in product returns, impacting the profitability of these sellers. Therefore, this study aims to investigate how the shopping experience, particularly the sense of flow generated by live streaming, shapes the inclination to return the products. This impact is elucidated through the mediating role of impulse buying and regret (process and outcome regret). Moreover, the research examines the moderating role of flow consciousness in these relationships. A cross-sectional study was conducted using self-administered questionnaire from 463 participants in India. Data was then analysed using covariance-based structural equation model. Additionally, the impact of flow consciousness as a moderator was examined using process macro. The findings highlight three aspects: first, live streaming attributes induce a state of flow for users; second, impulse buying serially mediates with its sequential parallel mediators’ process and outcome regret, the relationship between flow and return intention. Third, heightened awareness of the flow intensifies customer’s regret. This study offers valuable insights to online retailers, as it provides insights into diverse tactics for mitigating the adverse effects of shopping encounters arising from live streaming. The study provides novel perspectives by delving into the path that influences customer in deciding whether to return products they have purchased through live streaming on social media platforms.
Advancing Rural Entrepreneurship: Does Microfinancing Matter?
Authors: Gyimah Prince , Owusu-Afriyie Richard , Lussier Robert N.
Published: September 2024

This paper examines the effect of microfinance products on the performance of rural businesses in developing economies. The study is survey research that uses multiple regression models with a sample of 228 small businesses from rural communities. Two regression models were developed and tested. The two dependent variables are: profits and sales growth. The four independent variables are: loans, savings, insurance, and education, with five control variables: gender, managerial skills, age, industry, and size. Both regression models are significant (0.000) with adjusted R-squared values > 70%. Thus, the two models are valid predictors of financial performance. The optimal strategy is to get micro-loans, education and insurance, and to have micro-savings. The study extends the literature on the microfinance drivers and other characteristics influencing the development of rural businesses in an emerging market context. The study also serves as a benchmark in utilizing scarce resources for the sustainability and performance of rural businesses. Implications for practice and research for rural entrepreneurs, microfinance institutions, and government as well as limitations and further studies, are discussed.
Human Resource Management Practices and Firm Innovation: An Empirical Study in Sri Lankan SMEs
Authors: Mathushan Packiyanathan , Shantha Aruna
Published: September 2024

In the modern business world, organisations are confronting a severe competitive and unceasingly changing condition. In this context, innovation has gained significant popularity in management and entrepreneurship literature as vital in reaping competitive advantage. Thus, organisational practitioners are in the quest to better encourage and organise innovation within their firms to warrant sustainable competitive advantage. However, how to promote innovation within organisations remains obscure and paradoxical. The past literature shows that human resource management practices are the antecedents of firm innovation. Therefore, studies are investigating the role of human resource management in facilitating firm innovation. Nevertheless, empirical evidence remains inconsistent, and theory is fragmented. Notably, the link between human resource management and innovation in Sri Lanka echoes several unresolved aspects. Since scant empirical research has addressed those relationships in developing country contexts, this study explicitly investigates the relationship between human resource management practices and firm innovation in Sri Lankan SMEs. Data were marshalled through a self-reported questionnaire with 214 Sri Lankan SMEs. As a caveat, the reliability and validity of the variables were confirmed. The hypotheses were tested with statistical software, PLS-SEM (Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling). The study revealed that recruitment and selection, training and development, and performance appraisal significantly impact firm innovation. However, compensation and reward systems positively impact product innovation, not process innovation, and this study found a negative impact of compensation and reward systems on administrative innovation. The study contributed to the extant human resource management and innovation literature in many ways discussed at the end of the paper. On an equal footing, practical implications for HR managers, practitioners and employees were lucidly discussed. The present becomes a springboard for future scholarly works.
Condition-based Predictive Maintenance as an Efficient Strategy for Industrializing Additive Manufacturing Technology
Authors: Kharmanda Ghais
Published: September 2024

Objective: Traditional manufacturing has several issues to determine a general maintenance strategy. Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a special type of fabrication, which possesses different issues, especially uncertainty failure cases. This forms a big obstacle to becoming an industrialized production strategy. The objective of this work is to provide the most suitable maintenance strategy in order to reduce the likelihood of failure that can help in industrializing the AM technology. Methods: Among the different maintenance strategies, Predictive Maintenance (PdM) became widely treated in academia and industry. According to the methods used for detecting the failure signs, it can be classified into two types: Condition-Based Predictive Maintenance (CBPdM) and Statistical-Based Predictive Maintenance (SBPdM). The use of the last type highly depends on available and accessible data. However, CBPdM depends on only periodic or continuous condition monitoring tools for detecting the failure signs. Results: The existence of various types of failure cases yields to a big difficulty to predict failures. In addition, because of insufficient data, SBPdM cannot be selected as a suitable maintenance strategy for additive manufacturing. According to the presented examples, the CBPdM can be considered here as the best maintenance strategy for AM. Conclusion: CBPdM strategy is the best compromise between cost and applicability where there is not enough data. This selected maintenance approach represents an efficient tool in industrializing AM technology.
A Company Analysis of Apple Inc. Based on its Internal and External Environment
Authors: Song Jiaxin
Published: September 2024

The company analysis of Apple Inc. underscores its dominant position within the technology industry. The research found that the company has a strong brand reputation, innovative products, and customer loyalty. Despite encountering challenges such as market saturation and increased regulatory scrutiny, Apple's strategic initiatives, notably its emphasis on product differentiation and seamless ecosystem integration, coupled with its formidable financial standing, are poised to sustain its upward trajectory and profitability. The findings of this paper portend a bright future for the company, with promising prospects in emerging technologies and untapped market segments. In addition, Apple's unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability not only enhances its operational resilience but also mitigates potential business risks in the long run. Armed with its existing capabilities and resources, Apple is well-positioned to cater to evolving consumer preferences and market dynamics, fortifying its leadership position amidst fierce industry competition and driving continued success. Apple can harness its strengths to solidify its market leadership and navigate the ever-changing landscape of the technology sector with confidence.
Analysis of the Impact of Investor Sentiment on Stock Price Crash Risk
Authors: Yu Haonan
Published: September 2024

The stability of the stock market is very important to the country. Some researchers have found that sentiment has an impact on stock price crash risk. However, research mainly focuses on media sentiment and company sentiment, and research on investor sentiment is not mature enough. This article collates the literature to explore the relationship between investor sentiment and stock price crash risk. This article provides a systematic classification of indicators that measure stock price crash risk. Then, when introducing the methods of measuring investor sentiment, the indicators for measuring investor sentiment are classified, and the scope of application of the three mainstream methods is summarized. This article introduces three models commonly used in the academic community for this problem and conducts a comparative analysis of the three mainstream models. Research has found a positive relationship between investor sentiment and stock price crash risk. As crisis sentiment rises, a large number of investors will begin to implement stop-loss strategies and even sell at extremely low prices to minimize losses. As a result, the likelihood of a stock market price crash increases significantly. In addition, the selection of data sets affects the measurement of investor sentiment to a great extent, and the development and utilization of alternative data is a future research direction. Beyond this, there is reverse causation between investor sentiment and stock price crash risk. Therefore, it is necessary to consider reducing or avoiding the impact of endogeneity problems when selecting a model.
Problems and Solutions Arising from Principal Agent in Private Equity Investment Funds
Authors: Ma Kexin , Zhang Yuexin
Published: September 2024

Entrusted agency plays an important role in private equity funds. Through entrusted agency, it can realize the professional and standardized services of enterprises, and effectively establish the relationship between enterprises and investors. However, at the same time, the defect of the delegate agent leads to a certain risk in this operating mechanism. Based on the perspective of entrusted agents in private equity, this article systematically introduces the problems and reasons behind entrusted agents in private equity investment funds by sorting out relevant research results, and how to avoid risks and protect interests. For the risks of information asymmetry, contracts can be signed and sent. In the way of people's supervision and improvement of the law, for the risk of supervision, regular reporting can be adopted and the third party can be reasonably used for evaluation. For market risks, the corresponding legal mechanism can be improved. This study is of great significance for strengthening and improving the efficiency of fund operation and promoting the healthy development of enterprises.
The Research on the Investment Value of Cigna based on SWOT, Financial and Valuation Methods
Authors: Pan Runzhe
Published: September 2024

Health insurance has always been an area of concern for investors. At the same time, the industry has also been strongly supported by the government in recent years and has always been in the forefront of development.The paper utilizes the SWOT method, financial analysis method, and valuation method to assess the investment potential of Cigna Company. The findings indicate that while Cigna demonstrates strong advantages in technology and innovation collaboration, it also faces challenges related to debt.Companies can adapt to the trend of digital technology and aging population, expand and seize growth opportunities. At the same time, it is reasonable to respond to threats such as disease, data risk, and so on.Through various financial indicators, it can be seen that the overall situation of the company is good and always in an upward trend, and has a good development prospect.Through the valuation method, it is evident that Cigna Enterprises holds a high stock investment value, making it a favorable choice for investors. This paper not only serves as a reference for investors to make more informed decisions, but also aids enterprises in gaining clarity on their strengths and weaknesses, thereby providing a foundation for enhancing market competitiveness.
A Critical Examination of Globalization's Impact on the Economies of Sub-Saharan African Countries
Authors: Wang Xuqiao
Published: September 2024

This essay critically examines the impacts of globalization on the economy of Sub-Saharan Africa. Through the method of literature review, this paper explores the impact of globalization on international trade, foreign investment, and local development trends, while also emphasizing the negative consequences, such as economic disparities and cultural shocks. The analysis delves into theories including Friedman's "The World is Flat" and Wallerstein's world systems theory, comparing their global perspectives with the realities in Sub-Saharan Africa. Case studies illustrate the dual nature of globalization: its contribution to economic growth and the emergence of socioeconomic obstacles. The essay provides policy recommendations to effectively utilize the advantages of globalization while mitigating its negative effects, aiming to achieve inclusive economic growth and save the local cultures and traditions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The significance of this paper is to claim that although there are negative impacts of globalization, the benefits it brings are more important and that globalization should occur in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Tavern, Road, Moon: A Comparative Study of the Use of Imagery in the Novels of Lu Xun and Wang Zengqi
Authors: Peng Shiying
Published: September 2024

The imagery in the novels of Lu Xun and Wang Zengqi frequently overlaps. This paper selects the three common images of tavern, road, and moon for comparison, aiming to analyze the unique emotions and deeper meanings each image carries in the works of these two writers. Lu Xuns novel writing is bold in its innovation, breaking free from the constraints of traditional frameworks, with most of his imagery reflecting and bearing the significance of the times, together constructing a literary world that profoundly reflects social realities and human nature. Inspired by Lu Xun, Wang Zengqis novel writing follows a path that returns to the ordinary, pursuing the beauty of harmony. The imagery in Wang Zengqis novels embodies a love for life, fulfilling his creative ideal of bringing warmth to the human world and his persistent pursuit of expressing the beauty of human nature.
Reflections on Art in the Age of Mechanical Reproduction: Warhol and Baudrillard in Dialogue
Authors: Zhang Xinru
Published: September 2024

At the beginning of the 20th century, the Industrial Revolution promoted the invention and application of modern mechanical products. The rapid development of productivity led to a speedy improvement in the material standard of living and a surplus of material goods, but the problem of "depersonalisation" arose as individuals gradually lost their sense of satisfaction and individuality in the same mechanised work. The Pop artist Andy Warhol reflected on this era of mechanisation through the reproduction and imitation of forms, initiating his discourse and reflection on the industrial age. A century later, French philosopher Jean Baudrillard put forward the concept of "Simulacra", pointing out that in the information technology and consumer society, the media, such as television, advertisements and the Internet, create a large number of virtual images and information, blurring the boundaries between the reality and the fiction, so that people gradually lose their sense of authenticity and personality in the "Simulacra". This paper will analyse the roots of Warhol's ideological evolution from the individual to the times through the understanding of Warhol's self-description as well as the social activities and values of the time, and use Baudrillard's "Simulacra" and "Surrealism" to explain why Pop Art has transgenerational significance and the exploration of public values it opens up.
Critical Discourse Analysis of Brunei's English Mainstream Media Perceptions on the Laos-China Railway
Authors: He Yunzhu
Published: September 2024

This study aims to comprehensively analyze the coverage of the Laos-China Railway project by mainstream media in Brunei and its impact on public perception. Utilizing web scraping tools such as Octoparse and Heritrix, this paper systematically collected relevant reporting data from two major English news platforms in Brunei, the Borneo Bulletin and Brunei News. Quantitative tools such as AntConc and Excel were employed to process and analyze the data, revealing the frequency, temporal distribution, and emotional orientation of the reports. The qualitative component utilized Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) to delve into the language use, discourse structure, and implicit meanings within the reports, further exploring how the media shapes the social reality and public cognition of the Laos-China Railway topic.The findings indicate that Brunei media not only frequently and comprehensively report on the Laos-China Railway project but also cover the project's political, economic, environmental, and social implications from multiple perspectives. Additionally, the media coverage reflects a keen awareness of the project's potential risks and a positive appraisal of its developmental benefits. The novelty of this research lies in its mixed-methodological approach and unique perspective on public opinion cognition, providing insights for policymakers on public opinion guidance and project promotion, as well as offering a rich theoretical and methodological reference for the academic community.
Research on the Communication Effect of Digital Collection in Museum Based on the Analysis of Review Text
Authors: Feng Kairui
Published: September 2024

Museum digital collections have become a new form of museum communication, stimulating the public's interest in and love for cultural relics, and better promoting the dissemination of culture. This paper takes China's largest digital collection selling platform - whale probe as an example, selects the digital collections that have been on the hot search list of literature and culture and blogs for at least one consecutive month in the platform, grabs the largest sample size that can be grabs with the help of Fiddler and Python to analyze it, and applies text analysis to analyze the information dissemination effect of the digital collections of museums in terms of the depth of communication. The information dissemination effect of digital collections was analyzed in terms of communication depth. It is found that external image identity, internal emotional identity and economic value identity affect the identity of the audience group from the depth of communication.
Using computer vision to determine nutrient deficiency in winter crops
Authors: Tai Alan
Published: September 2024

Winter wheat and winter rye often suffer from nutrient deficiencies due to variations in fertilizer usage, soil conditions, and other environmental factors. The timely and precise detection of these deficiencies, traditionally conducted through manual field inspection and soil testing, lacks scalability and often delays necessary interventions. To overcome these limitations, I conducted original research exploring the use of a Vision Transformer neural network, specifically the Swin Transformer V2, to classify crops into one of seven nutrient categories from UAV-based imagery. Two distinct, annotated datasets consisting of winter wheat (WW2020) and winter rye (WR2021) were used. Each dataset was subjected to an independent model training to account for visual differences in nutrient deficiencies between the crops. This approach leverages the advantages of the Vision Transformer, which has the capability to discern intricate patterns over expansive spatial regions. Top-1 accuracy was used to evaluate model predictions. A train-validation split yielded 67.7% accuracy for WW2020 and 68.2% for WR2021, while without a split, accuracy improved to 78.0% for WW2020 and 82.3% for WR2021. The Swin Transformer V2 shows promise for detecting nutrient deficiencies in winter crops. However, further fine-tuning and data collection are required to improve performance.
Etika Periklanan dan Perlindungan Anak dalam Iklan Mie Sedaap Papa Hidup Lagi
Authors: Burhanudin Al-Ghoni  , Muhammad Shaba Shabira  , Fajar Junaedi
Published: September 2024

In Indonesia's advertising context, upholding ethics is a crucial aspect for practitioners. The Indonesian Advertising Council recognizes the importance of ethics in creating advertisements that are not only creative but also ethical. As a strategic instrument in marketing communication, advertising must prioritize ethics when conveying messages to the public. Creating ethical ads requires specific methods to conform to established standards. This article evaluates ethical violations in the 'Papa Hidup Lagi' edition of Mie Sedaap's advertisement. This study will examine scenes that allegedly violate the advertising code of ethics in detail. This study uses a qualitative approach with content analysis techniques and data validity is strengthened with supporting related reference sources. Based on the research results, it was found that the 'Papa Hidup Lagi' edition of Mie Sedaap's advertisement violated Indonesian Advertising Ethics, especially Chapter. III A, article 3.1, sub-article 3.1.2 deals with depicting children in situations that are misleading or inappropriate to be shown. In addition, this advertisement violates the Chapter. III A, point 1.27 states that the benefits of a product must be conveyed honestly, correctly, and responsibly, and not add other benefits beyond the product's capabilities.
Peramalan Jumlah Permintaan Vaksin Meningitis di KKP Kelas I Surabaya (Menggunakan Metode Single Moving Average)
Authors: Dimas Syafi Aldi  , Maki Zamzam
Published: September 2024

Meningococcal meningitis is an acute inflammatory infection of the lining of the brain and spinal cord caused by the bacteria Neisseria meningitides. This disease can cause brain damage with a case fatality of 50% if not treated quickly. One effort to prevent the transmission of meningitis is to administer the meningococcal meningitis vaccine, which is an absolute requirement for all prospective Hajj and Umrah pilgrims. This research was conducted from September to December 2023 using secondary data, namely KKP Class I Surabaya annual report data for 2013-2022. The method used in this research is quantitative forecasting with the forecasting carried out is Simple Moving Average using RStudio software. The forecast results for meningitis vaccination demand for 2023-2026 using the 4-year SMA method are 31,768.50, this value is smaller than the 2013-2019 vaccine demand, the results of this forecast have an MSE value of 36,048,718.225. This result can still be tolerated and is used by the Surabaya Class I Port Health Office (KKP) to reduce the number of vaccines in stock so as not to stock too much meningitis vaccine.
Analisis Pendapatan Usahatani Cabai Merah
Authors: Saragi Cyprianus PH. , Lase Septiani
Published: September 2024

Tanaman cabai merah sebagai salah satu komoditi holtikultura dapat tumbuh subur di berbagai ketinggian tempat mulai dari dataran rendah sampai dataran tinggi tergantung varietasnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui besar biaya produksi usahatani cabai merah, besar pendapatan bersih usahatani cabai merah dan kelayakan usahatani cabai merah di Desa Binaka, Kecamatan Gunungsitoli Idanoi, Kota Gunungsitoli. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa besar biaya produksi usahatani cabai merah varietas Lado F1 di Desa Binaka, Kecamatan Gunungsitoli Idanoi, Kota Gunungsitoli adalah sebesar Rp 70.801.080,50 per hektar/musim tanam, Pendapatan bersih usahatani cabai merah adalah sebesar Rp 202.091.255,77 per hektar/musim tanam dan berdasarkan perhitungan R/C Ratio dengan nilai 3,90 dapat disimpulkan bahwa usahatani cabai merah di Desa Binaka berada pada posisi menguntungkan, karena nilai R/C Ratio yang diperoleh lebih besar dari 1.
Perbandingan Produktivitas Dan Pendapatan Usahatani Jagung Berbeda Varietas
Authors: Deras Stefanus , Sembiring Surya Abadi , Duha Albertini
Published: September 2024

Introduksi bibit varietas unggul jagung dalam kegiatan usahatani ditujukan untuk perbaikan produktivitas. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membandingkan produktivitas dan pendapatan usahatani jagung varietas Pioner P 32 dengan varietas Pertiwi. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Desa Hilizalo’otanö, Kecamatan Mazinö, Kabu-paten Nias Selatan, dengan alasan karena sebagian besar petani mengusahakan tanam-an jagung sebagai sumber penghasilan keluarga petani. Sampel penelitian adalah petani jagung sebanyak 48 KK. Penentuan sampel dengan cara stratified random sampling berdasarkan luas lahan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada perbedaan produktivitas antara jagung varitas Pertiwi dan jagung varitas Pioner 32. Produktivitas jagung varietas Pertiwi sebesar 950.93 kg/ha sedangkan jagung varitas Pioner 32 sebesar 1,270.35 kg/ha. Perbedaan ini secara statistik nyata pada alfa 0,05. Pendapatan petani jagung varietas Pertiwi setiap musim tanam sebesar Rp 5,187,117.40/ha dan usahatani jagung varietas Pioner 32 sebesar Rp 9,616,517.72/ha.  Perbedaan ini secara statistik nyata pada alfa 0,05.
Meningkatkan Kemampuan Mengenal Huruf Melalui Media Animasi Alfabelt Pada Anak Usia 4-5 Tahun di TK ABA Klemunan
Authors: Perdana Nicky Cahyane Putri , Rocmah Luluk Iffatur
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan pada anak usia 4 sampai 5 tahun di TK ABA Klemunan dalam mengenal huruf melalui media animasi alfabelt. Subjek penelitian ini adalah 10 siswa kelas A. jenis penelitian yang dipergunakan merupakan penelitian yang dipergunakan merupakan penelitian Tindakan kelas. Teknik pengumpulan data yang dilakukan melalui Teknik pengamatan, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Indicator keberhasilan dalam penelitian yakni keberhasilan belajar siswa dalam mengenal huruf mencapai 75%. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh disetiap siklus menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan mengenal huruf anak meningkat dari kondisi awal yang mencapai tingkat keberhasilan 32%, kemudian meningkat sebesar 60% dari siklus I ke siklus II dan terakhir semakin meningkat sebesar 84%. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa menggunakan animasi alfabelt mampu meningkatkan kemampuan mengenal huruf anak.
Pengaruh metode reciprocal teacing dalam pembelajaran informatika untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa
Authors: Sulistiana Umi , Saputra Hendra Nelva , Darman Darman
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi pengaruh metode reciprocal teaching dalam pembelajaran informatika terhadap prestasi belajar siswa kelas 8 di SMP Negeri 4 Kendari. Penelitian ini menggunakan desain eksperimen dengan melibatkan dua kelompok siswa, yaitu kelompok eksperimen yang diajar menggunakan metode reciprocal teaching dan kelompok kontrol yang diajar dengan metode konvensional. Subjek penelitian terdiri dari 40 siswa kelas 8 yang dipilih secara Sampling Purposive, dengan masing-masing kelompok terdiri dari 20 siswa. Data hasil belajar siswa dikumpulkan melalui tes yang diberikan sebelum dan sesudah perlakuan. Selain itsu, wawancara dan observasi juga dilakukan untuk mendapatkan data tambahan mengenai proses pembelajaran. Hasil analisis data menunjukkan bahwa terdapat peningkatan signifikan pada hasil belajar siswa yang menggunakan metode reciprocal teaching dibandingkan dengan metode konvensional. Rata-rata skor tes akhir siswa pada kelompok eksperimen lebih tinggi dengan presentase skor 45 menjadi 84. dibandingkan dengan kelompok kontrol dengan presentase skor dari 57,5 menjadi 63. Selain itu, siswa pada kelompok eksperimen juga menunjukkan peningkatan dalam kemampuan berpikir kritis, pemecahan masalah, dan keterlibatan aktif dalam proses pembelajaran. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa penerapan metode reciprocal teaching efektif dalam meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa dalam mata pelajaran informatika. Metode ini tidak hanya meningkatkan pemahaman siswa terhadap materi yang diajarkan, tetapi juga meningkatkan keterampilan berpikir kritis dan kemampuan bekerja sama. Oleh karena itu, guru-guru disarankan untuk mempertimbangkan penerapan metode pengajaran ini dalam proses pembelajaran guna meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa.
Analisis Pengembangan Model Kurikulum Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan
Authors: Nazara Ferlinus , Lase Fatiani , Hulu Syukur Kasieli , Harefa Hendrikus O. N
Published: September 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengembangan model kurikulum pendidikan pancasila dan kewarganegaraan, apa saja kendala yang dihadapi guru PKn dalam upaya pengembangan model kurikulum pendidikan pancasila dan kewarganegaraan, upaya yang dilakukan guru PKn dalam menyelesaikan kendala yang terjadi dalam upaya pengembangan mengembangkan model kurikulum pendidikan pancasila dan kewarganegaraan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif dengan metode kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian dan pembahasan menyimpulkan bahwa: Pertama, Pengembangan model kurikulum Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan berlangsung secara berkesinambungan dalam proses belajar mengajar agar siswa mempunyai kemandirian dalam kegiatan belajar dan dapat memberikan pembekalan atau minat siswa yang efektif. Kedua, Apa saja kendala yang dihadapi guru PKn dalam upaya pengembangan model kurikulum Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, seperti kurangnya sarana prasarana yang menyebabkan pembelajaran di sekolah kurang maksimal dan tidak mencapai tujuan yang diinginkan serta masih terdapat siswa yang tidak mencapai tujuan. cepat memahami materi yang di sampaikan oleh guru. Dan Ketiga, Apa saja upaya yang dilakukan guru PPKn dalam menyelesaikan kendala-kendala yang terjadi  dalam upaya pembangan model kurikulum Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan adalah melakukan perubahan dan perkembangan siswa tejadi dengan melakukan berbagai kegiatan belajar sesuai dengan tujuan pendidikan dan pembelajaran, pergantian pemakaian, sembari menunggu dari kelas lain sambil juga melaksanakan pembelajaran dengan menggunakan buku dan bahan ajar lainnya.
Implementation of Early Childhood Character Education in Improving Students' Personality
Authors: Suyitno Suyitno
Published: September 2024

It is important to instill student character education in every educational institution from an early age because character education has the same essence and meaning as moral education. The aim of this research is, among other things, to describe the implementation of religious, disciplined and independent character education at Al Badar Kindergarten. The research approach used in this research is a qualitative research method. Research findings show that the implementation of character formation in young students with religious, disciplined and independent elements at Al Badar Tulungagung Kindergarten is carried out through stages, program planning, integration processes, character formation and evaluation. The process of character learning in religious elements includes the habit of saying greetings, praying, praying in congregation, reading the Qur'an, and memorizing. The process of character learning in the discipline element includes time discipline and attitude discipline. The process of learning character education in the independent element is carried out by getting used to going to school alone, studying in your own class, doing your own activities, and solving your own problems. The process of learning character education in the independent element is carried out by getting used to going to school alone, studying in your own class, doing your own activities, and solving your own problems.
Frequency of Middle Mesial Canal in Mandibular Molars
Authors: Chema Ahmed Mukhtar , Nasir Sumaira , Hussain Munawar , Riaz Afsheen , Atta Muhammad Hasnain , Shahid Amira
Published: September 2024

Being the most difficult to detect unusual canal in mandibular molars, creating greater anatomical complexity and thereby variability, it is important that careful investigation aids in successful endodontic treatments. Objective: To evaluate the incidence and features of MMC in mandibular molars; to study demographic parameters and dental factors that may have an effect on its detection. Methods: A cross-sectional study was performed at Shahida Islam Medical College (SIMC), Lodhran from September 2023 to March 2024, and contained a total of 148 patients. Data was assessed for the presence of MMC in first, second and third mandibular molars. Two expert dental radiologists evaluated the results of the X-ray films. Results: The prevalence of MMC was 18%, with complete and partial compartments seen in more than half     the patients (77%). It was shown that MMCs were most commonly observed in 51-65 age group (21.28%); however, there were non-significant differences based on patient's age and gender or tooth type and position accompanying OAC site. Conclusions: In present study, MMC was noted in 18% patients. Statistically insignificant demographic or dental predictors for MMC were identified
REFLEXO DA CARGA TRIBUTÁRIA NA DISTRIBUIÇÃO DE RENDA
Authors: Rocha Madson Junior Alves da
Published: September 2024

O presente estudo tem como propósito evidenciar os impactos adversos decorrentes da elevada regressividade da carga tributária sobre a renda. A pesquisa analisa a significância da tributação incidente no consumo para os extratos mais vulneráveis da população, tendo como foco de análise a população de baixa renda. Para isso, foi conduzida uma investigação bibliográfica e documental, por meio da qual se constatou que a carga tributária no Brasil gera consequências na distribuição de renda. Com base nos resultados obtidos, sugere-se a implementação de uma reforma no sistema como medida para mitigar a desigualdade existente.
An Empirical Analysis of Growth Trends and Correlations among Life Funds, Pension & General Annuity Funds, and ULIP Funds in the Indian Life Insurance Industry
Authors: Gedamkar Pallavi Rahul , Thite Dr. Ajit
Published: September 2024

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the growth trends and correlations among three key fund types in the Indian life insurance industry: Life Funds, Pension & General Annuity Funds, and Unit-Linked Insurance Plans (ULIP) Funds. Explicitly, this study intends to answer the resulting research questions: • Which fund type has exhibited the highest AUM growth rate? • What are the key factors contributing to the growth of each fund type? • What are the implications of the findings for the Indian life insurance industry? Design/methodology/approach: The study employs a quantitative research methodology, focusing on historical data spanning from 2014 to 2023. By using statistical techniques such as Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and correlation analysis, the research identifies and evaluates the significant differences and relationships among the various fund types. ANOVA is used to determine if there are statistically significant differences in growth rates among the funds, while correlation analysis helps in understanding the strength and direction of relationships between the funds. Findings: The analysis uncovers significant disparities in the growth rates of the different fund types. Specifically, Pension & General Annuity Funds demonstrate the highest growth rate among the three. Additionally, the study finds a weak positive correlation between Life Funds and ULIP Funds, indicating a slight tendency for these two fund types to grow together, although the relationship is not strong. Originality/value: This research contributes novel insights into the Indian life insurance industry by showcasing the distinct growth patterns and interrelationships among Life Funds, Pension & General Annuity Funds, and ULIP Funds. The findings are valuable for stakeholders in the industry, as they can inform strategic decisions related to investment, product development, and marketing. By understanding these trends and correlations, life insurance companies can better tailor their offerings to meet market demands and optimize their growth strategies. Key words: Life insurance industry, growth trends, correlations, fund types, investment decisions, product development, marketing strategies.
Gambaran Korupsi Waktu terhadap Mahasiswa Prodi MIK Asrama di Stikes Santa Elisabeth Medan
Authors: Monika Simanjuntak
Published: September 2024

Basically, corruption is not only about money, possessions or riches, but also about time. Time is the most basic thing in an act of corruption. Many people are not aware of this. Children, teenagers, adults and even old people commit acts of time corruption. Time corruption is serious problems in everyday life. By appreciating time and using it efficiently, we can increase productivity and achieve the goals we want. This article aims to analyze time corruption in a social context. This research uses observation and interview methods to obtain accurate and relevant data. The research results show that time corruption can occur in various sectors. Factors that influence time corruption include a lack of personal discipline, a habitual tendency to procrastinate, a lack of good time planning, and an addiction to technology and social medicine. The implication of this research is the need for awareness in overcoming time corruption in order to achieve better efficiency and productivity in everyday life.
Optimalisasi Penggunaan PopojiCMS untuk Pengelolaan Konten Website DISKOMINFO Solok Selatan
Authors: Ramadhani Suci , Eka Putra Dian , Ikhbal Salam Riyan
Published: September 2024

PopojiCMS adalah sistem manajemen konten berbasis PHP dan MySQL yang dirancang untuk mempermudahpembuatan dan pengelolaan situs web. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi proses instalasi dan konfigurasiPopojiCMS di lingkungan Pemerintah Daerah, khususnya di DISKOMINFO Solok Selatan, serta menganalisiskinerja dan keamanannya setelah implementasi. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah observasi langsung danwawancara dengan pihak yang terlibat dalam proses instalasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa PopojiCMSmenawarkan kemudahan penggunaan dan fleksibilitas yang tinggi, serta mampu memberikan kinerja yang optimaldalam pengelolaan konten web. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah PopojiCMS merupakan solusi yang efisiendan efektif untuk pengelolaan konten
Perancangan User Interface (UI) untuk Website Nomor Antrian Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil Solok Selatan
Authors: Alifia Sinta , Ikhbal Salam Riyan , Vratiwi Septiana
Published: September 2024

Dalam upaya meningkatkan efisiensi pelayanan publik, Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil Solok Selatanmembutuhkan sistem antrian yang terintegrasi dan mudah diakses oleh masyarakat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untukmerancang antarmuka pengguna (User Interface/UI) yang intuitif dan responsif untuk website nomor antrian, gunamemfasilitasi pengelolaan alur pelayanan yang lebih teratur dan cepat. Proses perancangan UI ini melibatkananalisis kebutuhan pengguna, perancangan wireframe, dan pengujian prototipe dengan fokus pada pengalamanpengguna (User Experience/UX). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa antarmuka yang dirancang secara efektifdapat meningkatkan aksesibilitas, meminimalisir waktu tunggu, serta memperbaiki kepuasan pengguna dalammenggunakan layanan publik. Rancangan UI ini diharapkan dapat diimplementasikan secara luas untukmendukung pelayanan yang lebih efisien dan responsif di Dinas Kependudukan dan Pencatatan Sipil Solok Selatan
Pembangunan Sistem Informasi Persediaan Toko Kinara menggunakan Bahasa Pemrograman PHP dan MySQL
Authors: Eko Syaputra Aldo , Husnatun Hasanah Tria
Published: September 2024

Informasi merupakan komponen vital yang mengintegrasikan fungsi-fungsi manajemen seperti perencanaan, operasional, dan pengendalian perusahaan. Tanpa informasi yang memadai, perusahaan tidak dapat menjalankan operasionalnya dengan efisien. Salah satu informasi yang sangat penting adalah mengenai manajemen persediaan barang. Bagian gudang harus mencatat setiap transaksi, termasuk barang yang masuk, barang yang keluar, dan jumlah stok. Ketelitian dalam pencatatan ini sangat penting untuk menghindari kesalahan dalam laporan yang dapat menyebabkan masalah bagi perusahaan. Oleh karena itu, perusahaan memerlukan sistem persediaan barang berbasis web untuk membantu proses pengelolaan persediaan dengan lebih baik. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi dan wawancara langsung dengan objek penelitian. Bahasa pemrograman yang digunakan adalah PHP dengan basis data MySQL. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan sistem informasi persediaan gudang berbasis web site . Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pengolahan data persediaan menggunakan bahasa pemrograman PHP dan basis data MySQL lebih cepat, akurat, dan lebih aman dari kerusakan data dibandingkan dengan pencatatan manual menggunakan kertas.