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STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS OF USING GEOGEBRA SOFTWARE IN MATHEMATICS LEARNING
Authors: Awaji Bakri
Published: November 2022

This study adopted a qualitative approach to determine the views of grade eight students concerning mathematics learning with GeoGebra software (GGS). In total, 37 grade eight students (11–14 years old) from two classes participated in the study and 14 students volunteered to participate in focus groups (7 from each class). The data from the two focus groups were analysed using thematic analysis. The results of this study that emerged from the two focus group sessions comprised three main themes: improvements in students’ understanding, the amount of time and effort saved, and student engagement. The students believed that GGS enhanced their understanding of mathematics and improved their learning and visualisation. In addition, they found that using GGS required less writing and drawing shapes using the app made learning easier and took less effort. In addition, the students reported that GGS improved their enjoyment in class, fostering a positive attitude toward mathematics and offering them exciting lessons and the ability to create geometric shapes independently.
 

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RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ISOKINETIC STRENGTH, VERTICAL JUMP, SPRINT SPEED, AGILITY AND YO-YO INTERMITTENT RECOVERY TEST PERFORMANCE IN SOCCER PLAYERS
Authors: Cerrah Ali Onur , Bayram İsmail
Published: November 2022

The current study investigated the relationship between isokinetic knee strength, jump performance, agility, linear and repeated sprinting capacity and Yo-Yo IR1 test performance and the fatigue indices of some of these variables in semi-professional soccer players. Twenty semi-professional soccer players participated in this study, performing 6 tests: bilateral concentric isokinetic strength tests of the knee extensors and flexors (60◦.s-1 and 300◦.s-1), jump tests (countermovement, squat and repeated jumping), linear sprints (10 and 30 m), agility (Illinois test), Bangsbo repeated sprints (7 x 34.2 m), and Yo-Yo IR1 tests. While no isokinetic variables were significantly correlated with field test results, some jump test results correlated with AgiWB, 10- and 30-m sprint times, RSTMEAN and FIRS. Furthermore, the knee isokinetic strength (60◦.s-1 and 300◦.s-1) indices and jump capacities demonstrated moderate to strong relationships with each other. In addition, AgiWB correlated with the 10-m sprint times and RSTMEAN, 30-m linear sprint times correlated with 10-m sprint times and AgiWB, and FIRS and RSTMEAN correlated with the Yo-Yo IR1 test results. The results suggest that power output during CMJ and RJ tests and not isokinetic knee strength are informative in determining field conditioning parameters for semi-professional soccer players.
 

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HAI PHONG TOURISM – THE CURRENT SITUATION AND ISSUES
Authors: Long Pham Van
Published: November 2022

Tourism has been identified by the Party and State to develop into a spearhead economic sector of the country. Hai Phong city converges favorable conditions for tourism development such as diverse tourism resources, and relatively synchronous infrastructure. During the integration period, Hai Phong tourism has achieved many remarkable results, but not commensurate with the potential and advantages of the city. From the practice of developing tourism business activities in the city in recent years, the view and orientation of developing tourism to become a spearhead economic sector, one of the three pillars of socio-economic development of the city are posing problems for Hai Phong's tourism to solve.
 

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THE EFFECTIVENESS OF CONCRETE-REPRESENTATIONAL-ABSTRACT INSTRUCTION STRATEGIES IN THE INSTRUCTION OF FRACTIONS TO STUDENTS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES
Authors: Yıldırım Hasan Hüseyin , Yıkmış Ahmet
Published: November 2022

The present study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the concrete-representational-abstract instruction strategies employed in the direct instruction of fractions to students with learning disabilities. Furthermore, the generalization of the instruction to different settings and tools, the follow-up data for one and three weeks after the instruction, and the social validity data based on the views of the mothers on concrete-representational-abstract instruction strategies were analyzed. In the study, the inter-behavioral multiple probe model with a probe stage, a single-subject research model, was employed. The dependent variable was the level of identification of proper, half and quarter fractions by the participating students in the study, while the independent variable was the concrete-representational-abstract introduction strategies implemented with the direct instruction method. The study was conducted with three male students with learning disabilities, who resided in Izmir and attended an inclusive primary school. The study findings demonstrated that the concrete-representational-abstract instruction strategies were effective in the instruction of proper, half and quarter fractions to the students with learning disabilities, these skills acquired by the students could be permanent for one to three weeks after the instruction, and all students could generalize these skills to various settings and instruments, and the views of the mothers on concrete-representational-abstract instruction strategies were positive.
 

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ACCEPTANCE OF CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES IN INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AND POSSIBILITIES OF DEVELOPING FRIENDSHIPS
Authors: Kekerić Marina , Arsić Bojana , Gajić Anja , Lazović Tamara , Lukić Ana , Maćešić-Petrović Dragana , Bašić Aleksandra , Parezanović Ružica Zdravković
Published: November 2022

Acceptance as a measure of popularity involves the social position of the individual in a certain group in terms of the attitudes of the members of that group toward the individual. The aim of this paper is to review the articles regarding the acceptance of children with developmental disabilities (DD) by typically developing (TD) peers in inclusive education and the possibilities of developing friendship relations in the school context. The literature was searched through the engine Google Scholar. Results show that students with DD are often not accepted by TD peers in the school context. This is manifested through a lack of friendship relations between children with DD and TD peers in the school context. Teachers need to prompt and reinforce acceptance of children with DD and model socially desirable behaviors towards them.
 

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AN ANALYSIS OF INTERVENTION PROGRAMMES AVAILABLE FOR LEARNERS WITH DYSLEXIA IN MAINSTREAM PRIMARY SCHOOLS
Authors: Nkomo Duduzile , Dube Buyisani , Tautona Irene Rachel
Published: November 2022

The purpose of this study was to analyse the effectiveness of intervention programmes available for learners with dyslexia in mainstream primary schools. A concurrent triangulation design of the mixed methods research approach was employed. Questionnaires were used to collect quantitative data while semi-structured interviews were used to collect qualitative data. A simple random sampling technique was used to select a quantitative sample of 150 teachers. Purposive sampling was used to select the qualitative sample. Quantitative data was analysed through the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 24. Qualitative data was analysed and interpreted thematically. The study established that there were very limited intervention programmes available for learners with dyslexia at infant than junior level. There were also very few expert teachers to conduct the availed programmes at schools. The study recommends the introduction of more individualised intervention programmes at the infant level and the training of more specialist teachers for reading.
 

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THE IMPORTANCE OF THE EDUCATIONAL CONTRACT IN THE PROBLEM MANAGEMENT OF A SCHOOL CLASS WITH DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS: A CASE STUDY IN A SCHOOL UNIT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING IN SECONDARY EDUCATION
Authors: Voukelatou Gianna
Published: November 2022

This study aims to inform teachers about the importance of the educational contract in effective classroom management and its contribution to creating a supportive learning environment for students with special educational needs. Through a case study in a school unit of special education and training in secondary education, the implementation of the educational contract as an effective pedagogical practice of classroom management in the educational process is presented. The implementation of the educational contract in a class of students with disabilities and special educational needs showed multiple benefits in terms of preventing and dealing with students' behavior problems. The results of this empirical study can be used by educational scientists to improve the school climate not only in the classroom of students with special educational needs who attend special education and training units, but also in the classrooms of the school units. of general education. In addition, innovative theoretical educational approaches to classroom management and activities can be highlighted that will contribute to the prevention and effective intervention in classroom management, promoting the active participation of students in the educational process and the promotion of learning.
 

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IMPLEMENTATION OF INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATIONAL PLAN AND ITS CHALLENGES IN NGALA SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF, NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Nellah Kipyegon Jebet , Awori Beatrice Bunyasi , Wamocho Franciscah Irangi
Published: November 2022

The study aimed to establish the challenges in the implementation of the individualized educational plan in schools for students with hearing impairment at Ngala Secondary School for the Deaf in Nakuru County, Kenya. Data was collected from a target population of ninety-eight students, thirteen teachers and one administrator through purposive and stratified random sampling techniques. Purposive sampling was used on school administrators and teachers to select all 13 teachers and 1 school administrator. On the other hand, stratified random sampling was used to select a total of 24 students. The study sample comprised 24 students, 13 teachers and 1 administrator leading to a total of 38 respondents. The research instrument included the use of questionnaires, interview schedules and document analysis. A pilot study was conducted at Kedowa Secondary School for the Deaf to enhance the reliability and validity of the research instruments. Quantitative data were cleaned, labelled, coded, entered into a computer and organized using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 30. Quantitative data were analyzed statistically using descriptive statistics such as percentages and frequencies. The analyzed data were presented using tables, bar-graphs and pie-charts. Qualitative data collected were grouped into different themes, presented as a narrative and discussed based on the objectives of the study. Findings revealed that the major challenge towards implementation IEP was the lack of adequate teaching and learning resources. The study concluded that the major solutions to the challenges facing teachers in developing and implementing IEP suggest that the provision of adequate resources for IEP were anticipated to enhance the academic achievement of students with hearing impairment. The study recommended that the Ministry of Education and other stakeholders should help acquire adequate resources for students with hearing impairment.
 

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A PROPOSED STRATEGY FOR PROMOTING ENTREPRENEURSHIP EDUCATION AND ATTITUDE TO ENTREPRENEURIAL UNIVERSITY IN LIGHT OF SAUDI VISION 2030
Authors: Faqihi Yahya Ali Ahmed , Al-Ababneh Areen Fayez Ali
Published: November 2022

The present research paper aims to develop a proposed strategy for promoting the role of university entrepreneurship education and the attitude towards the entrepreneurial university in light of Saudi Vision 2030. By reviewing relevant literature, the study adopted the analytical descriptive approach to defining the theoretical principles for entrepreneurship education, the requirements and methods for achieving effective entrepreneurship education, and the current situation of entrepreneurship education in Saudi universities and their role in supporting entrepreneurship. Based on various models of strategic planning and Saudi Vision 2030, a proposed comprehensive strategy of university entrepreneurship education was developed to promote the attitude toward entrepreneurial universities.

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PROCESS-ORIENTED STRATEGY AMONG NON-MAJOR SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER: A PHENOMENOLOGY
Authors: Alcontin Joye Elizabeth , Sinang Aileen J.
Published: November 2022

The study aimed to narrate and draw out the experiences and insights of the Non-major Social Studies teacher teaching Social Studies regarding how the use of process-oriented strategies. This qualitative study engages a phenomenological approach for the better contributor of meaningful understanding and processes determining experiences and insights of the teachers. The use of in-depth interviews and focus group discussions explore the affairs of the non-major Social Studies teacher. The study revealed the teacher’s experiences and the process-oriented strategies they implement. Participants claimed that they had undergone several challenges and distractions in teaching, such as challenges in content preparation, being obligated to review key concepts, and flexibility in teaching practices. The coping mechanisms as to acceptance and adaptation, innovation and teamwork, and the use of concepts in process-oriented strategies. The different insights and flexibility are vital, training and seminars are needed, and consultation and supervisors’ help are necessary. The study’s findings stipulated that process-oriented strategies helped teachers teach outside their specialization patterns the decisions and actions over the year of their teaching career. This addresses problems and shapes the students’ academic endeavors by developing and implementing strategies that both help students’ holistic nationalism and teachers’ professional development.

 

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EBIRA MIGRANTS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN EKITI, NIGERIA IN THE COLONIAL ERA
Authors: Ojo Olayinka Olabimpe
Published: November 2022

This paper explores the migration and spread of the Ebira migrants into Ekiti of southwest Nigeria in the colonial era The impact of colonial rule on Nigeria is still a subject of debate This paper indicates that Ebira migrants are a major factor in the effectiveness of the colonial economy in Ekiti land. In order words, Ebira migrants are a factor in the integration of Ekiti society into the international capitalist system through “cheap workers” in the Ekiti. This article uses a methodology that uses oral sources as well as historical materials in this paper. This paper demonstrates that migration is crucial for the survival of economic development in all societies by solving important problems. This paper follows the same approach, considering the situation in Ekiti land in the colonial period in Nigeria.
 

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SHOPLIFTING CRIME HOTSPOTS ARE INFLUENCED BY POPULATION DENSITY AND PROXIMITY OF SHOPS TO POLICE STATION LOCATIONS IN JEDDAH CITY, SAUDI ARABIA
Authors: Alharbi Muneera Mogaemsh
Published: November 2022

Saudi Arabia's criminal policies are hampered by a paucity of research findings, which generally guide decision-makers on the best course of action. Despite the availability of GIS datasets and modelling tools, crime analysis is an issue that receives little attention. This study used GIS data to map out hotspots in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in order to analyze shoplifting crime. The study also looked into whether population density and the proximity of stores to police stations have an impact on shoplifting crimes. These methods involve the use of proximity analyses and the Kernel Density Estimator (KDE). The results suggest that police stations are not evenly distributed throughout the city. Furthermore, in relation to the density and size of the people in Jeddah, especially in comparison to Western cities, the number of police stations is small. The KDE analysis shows the crime hotspots surrounding the city centre, which are higher in crime than the areas to the north and south. The results of this study can be used to improve decision-making in crime prevention and control in Saudi Arabia and elsewhere since they provide an understanding of the spatial patterns of crime with a special focus on shoplifting crime.

 

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JOURNALISM AND SOCIAL MEDIA: THE TRANSFORMATION OF JOURNALISM IN THE AGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA AND ONLINE NEWS
Authors: Ngoc Nguyen Minh
Published: November 2022

The evolution of social media has dramatically changed the way people access daily news updates. Instead of buying printed newspapers, nowadays, more and more people are getting news through social media, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, BuzzFeed, among others. As social media has become one of the dominant and growing sources of news and information for millions of people, it has also turned journalism’s traditional one-way communication into two-way conversations where journalists find themselves being able to actively engage with audiences. This article shows how the way journalists and news organizations around the globe create and deliver news have changed to adapt to the new norms.

 

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OPERATING IN A DISRUPTED ENVIRONMENT: LESSONS LEARNT FROM THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC AND FUTURE IMPLICATIONS
Authors: Nani Gwendoline Vusumuzi , Ndlovu Izithembisozenkosi
Published: November 2022

The study, which sought to find out the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic to the business operations of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the Bulawayo Metropolitan Province, and the lessons thereof, adopted the interpretive paradigm, a qualitative approach and a case study design. Data was collected from a sample of 30 purposively selected SME owners using electronic semi-structured and physically distributed questionnaires. Data were thematically analysed. The study found that the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic included restrictions on physical movements and face-to-face interaction; loss of revenue; failure to operate businesses in a disruptive environment and changes in consumption patterns. The lessons derived from the pandemic were that SMEs need to embrace technology and should be innovative and creative; the need for networking and the need to study the environment and adapt accordingly. The study thus concluded that despite the disruptions caused by the pandemics, there were lessons derived from the experiences. The implications provided by the study were that SMEs should acquire new technologies and new skills for doing business; seek guidance from mobile service providers; work in partnership with bigger companies so as to copy best practice; be creative and innovative and re-adjust strategies in order to adapt quickly. Policymakers should disseminate information to SMEs on the environmental challenges that they are likely to face.

 

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IMPACT OF PROJECT INITIATION ON PERFORMANCE OF OUTPUT-BASED FUNDED SABASABA URBAN WATER SUPPLY PROJECT
Authors: Towett Titus , Kamau Geoffrey , Nyaoga Richard
Published: November 2022

Sabasaba urban water supply project was undertaken in order to increase the number of people in low-income areas within Murang’a County with access to improved water supply; to enable them to have clean water at their doorstep. In carrying out the project, World Bank employed Output-Based Aid scheme to make sure the project achieves its goals. Output-Based Aid funds predetermined project outputs unlike the conventional way of funding inputs. It serves to ensure prudent utilization of funds by shifting performance risk to the organization mandated to deliver services; it also does so by linking outputs to the ultimate payments; hence transparency during project implementation. The study sought to examine the influence of project initiation, project planning, project implementation, and project monitoring on the project performance of Output-Based Aid funded Sabasaba urban water supply project. The study adopted value chain and resource-based theories. A predictive correlation design was used. The target population was 56 employees drawn from Murang’a South Water and Sewerage Company which is the implementing agency for Sabasaba water supply project. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data from the respondents. The study results were analysed using SPSS.  The study found that the project initiation had a statistically significant influence on the project performance.  The findings revealed that a unit change in the project initiation would lead to 0.404 changes in the project performance holding the other independent variables constant.
 

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AN ASSESSMENT OF DOMESTIC CRIMES IN DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
Authors: Malibiran Ivy , Ferenal Chervin , Gayutin Cassandra Nicole , Aclo Jophord
Published: November 2022

This study aims to assess the trend of domestic crimes reported in Davao City. The study followed the quantitative research method and utilized secondary domestic/criminal violence data collected by the Davao City Police Office (DCPO). Descriptive statistics, trend analysis, and percentage change were used to analyze the data gathered. Results revealed that theft attained the highest incidence among the domestic crime cases as reported in the Davao City Police Office in 2017, 2018, and 2019 but was dislodged by rape in 2020. Meanwhile, the number of crimes reported in Davao City has decreased over four years. Implications of the findings were discussed.
 

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THE PSYCHOLOGICAL AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF FESTIVAL CELEBRATIONS ON THE ISLAND OF RHODES, GREECE, DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
Authors: Papavasileiou Vasileios , Xanthacou Yota , Nikolaou Eleni , Andreadakis Nikos , Matzanos Dimitrios , Xanthis Agapitos , Kaila Maria
Published: November 2022

This research paper aims to study the function of the traditional festivals on the island of Rhodes during the period of the COVID-19 pandemic in order to explore community members and official institution representatives’ views on their psychological and socio-economic consequences. A structured interview was designed, which was given online to 168 subjects, of which 96 community members in the villages of the island of Rhodes and to 72 official institutions, representatives of cultural and local authorities, within the context of the beginning of the festivities with some restrictions, in August 2021, in the light of the pandemic. The results of the research show that the majority of community members and official institution representatives of the sample emphasize the communicative, cultural, recreational, and social dimensions of the festivals, however, some claim that there are no longer events that arise interest. Regarding their cancellation during the pandemic period, the majority of community members answer that the entertainment - communication sector was most affected, while the representatives of the institutions emphasize the economic consequences. In general, regarding the consequences of the pandemic on the behavior and psychology of individuals, introversion, isolation, antisociality, belligerence, tension and nervousness, are emphasized, while mistrust seems to prevail even in close family settings. Moreover, the majority of community members and representatives emphasize that social offer and solidarity are not exhibited to a satisfactory degree, while volunteering activities are limited. Regarding the pandemic, vaccination is suggested as the most effective means, mainly by the official institution representatives. Regarding the events of 2021 that shocked them most, the community members focus on economic, social and psychological - personal problems, while the official institution representatives focus on environmental and economic problems. Finally, most of them state that they do not want the transformation of festivals, however, they regard the emphasis on tradition as a sustainable perspective of local festivals.
 

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NECESSARY SKILLS FOR VIDEO INTERVIEWS
Authors: Huyen Le Thi Minh
Published: November 2022

During the communication process, the media person must use the interview method to collect information. However, due to the characteristics of each different type of communication, the language, methods and skills of interviewing are different. The video interview is considered the most difficult skill. In Vietnam, the images of interviewees appearing in video interviews make them feel shy and uninterested because they are affected by many factors such as psychological appearance in front of the camera. Sometimes, they are shy or do not want many people to know about them. Therefore, conducting a video interview becomes more difficult. Therefore, in order to conduct an effective video interview, media people need to equip themselves with the necessary basic skills.
 

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FONDEMENTS SOCIO-ANTHROPOLOGIQUES DU NON RECOURS DES TRADIPRATICIENS AUX ADMINISTRATIONS PUBLIQUES EN COTE D’IVOIRE / SOCIO-ANTHROPOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF THE NON-RECOURSE OF TRADITIONAL HEALERS TO PUBLIC ADMINISTRATIONS IN CÔTE D'IVOIRE
Authors: Koua Kouakou Adrien , Adiko Adiko Francis
Published: November 2022

Le non recourt des tradipraticiens aux administrations publiques en Afrique est une problématique ancienne. En Côte d’Ivoire, malgré le temps, cette problématique reste encore d’actualité. En effet, depuis 2003 le gouvernent ivoirien a donné mandat à l’Office Ivoirien de la Propriété Intellectuelle (OIPI) pour reconnaître aux tradipraticiens leur mérite à travers les systèmes classiques de protection (brevet, marque, appellation d’origine). En plus en 2016, une loi portant réglementation de la médecine traditionnelle a été adoptée. Ces efforts des pouvoirs publics devrait permettre d’extirpé du rang des tradipraticiens, les charlatans et des « faux médicaments traditionnels ». Cependant force est de constater que ces efforts, ont été réalisés sans pour autant aboutir à l’appropriation certaine de ses dispositions par les tradipraticiens pour contribuer à leur protection et leurs médicaments. Dans une approche de santé publique, l’objectif de ce travail est d’analyser les formes d’expression du non recours des tradipraticiens aux administrations publiques en Côte d’Ivoire. En partant d’entretiens, de questionnaires et d’analyses de contenu de documents, d’analyse dialectique, cet article montre deux formes d’expression du non recours des tradipraticiens à la protection administrative. Il s’agit d’une part du déni des tradipraticiens à la protection administrative. D’autre part le non recours des tradipraticiens aux administrations se traduit par l’actualisation de la protection traditionnelle (le sacrée). Aussi cet article révèle une approche mixte de la protection des tradipraticiens et de leurs médicaments. 

 

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ASSESSING THE CHANGE OF LAND USE AND LAND COVER IN THE GAMBIA
Authors: Ibol Philip Mopnang
Published: November 2022

Biological annihilation has been influenced by human activities and this has led to changes in land use and land cover, pressure on the ecosystem, biodiversity loss and contribution to global warming. This study assesses the changes in land use and land cover in The Gambia. Satellite images for the period from 2015 to 2019 from Copernicus were obtained and used for the study. ArcGIS Software and Microsoft packages were used for data analysis. Change analysis showed that between the years 2015 to 2019, there was a percentage increase for water bodies, herbaceous wetlands and built-up areas with 23.68%, 8.97% and 0.5% respectively. There was a percentage decline in forest, shrubland, herbaceous vegetation, bare/sparse land and cropland during this period. About 7.86 Km2 of Gambia became bare/sparse land as a result of climate change.
 

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LITERATURE REVIEW OF MIGRATION, RELIGION AND INTEGRATION AMONG IMMIGRANTS IN THE 21ST CENTURY
Authors: Otiso Richard Ondicho
Published: November 2022

This study provides an analysis of migration, religion and integration literature in a twofold approach: first, the development in volume and the internationalization of the field are analysed. Second, development is analysed in terms of topical focus within migration studies over the recent decades of the 21st century. To capture volume, internationalisation, and topic focus, my analysis involves topic modelling of the landscape of migration studies. Given that there exist different research motives surrounding the subject of migration, previous literature indicates a linear growth path towards an increasingly diversified and fragmented field. Although previous literature indicates an increase in migration studies the problems of migration, in reality, are yet far from being solved. Moreover, the analysis reveals that there is a shift between various topics within the migration field as opposed to a growth of diversification of topics. This means that there is less linkage between studies tackling a specific topic as studies have taken independent directions. Lastly, this literature review study reveals that fragmentation in migration studies has no consistent trend and in contrast, there is a recent connectedness between related topics of migration.
 

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The The Social Programs and Services among Senior Citizens in Datu Saudi Ampatuan
Authors: Ali Nezzar Fahima Unsi , Kasim Marsharita Guiamalon
Published: November 2022

The study aimed to find out the Programs and Services offered among Senior Citizens in Selected Barangay of Datu Saudi Ampatuan Municipality. The study focused on demographic profile of the respondents in terms of age, gender, educational attainment and monthly income, the programs and services offered in the municipality. The description method was used in this study. This study was conducted particularly in Datu Saudi Ampatuan Municipality. In three barangays, the barangay Madia, barangay Dapiawan and barangay Elian in  Datu Saudi Ampatuan Maguindanao. Datu Saudi Ampatuan, is a 4th class municipality in the province of Maguindanao, according to the 2020 census, it has a population of 12,890 people.The respondents were male and female between 60-70 years old Senior Citizens from three barangays representing the barangay of Madia, Barangay Dapiawan Barangay Elian in Datu Saudi Ampatuan Maguindanao. Barangay Madia is the highest registered Senior Citizens they have 98 registered senior citizens. Weighted mean was used to analyze the data gathered on the extent of the program and services for all senior citizens. The findings of the study revealed that Majority of respondents age 60-64 years old (4.33%). Majority of the respondents were female (56.67%). Majority of respondents were elementary (46.67%). The respondents were less extensive were doing the programs and services with the mean of 2.64. The common problems encountered by the respondents was no Companion with frequency of (16), followed by physical Appearance (14), and updated medical prescriptions (13). Most of the respondents recommend that there must be provide lifetime identification card (with validation) it gained a frequency of 26, followed by abolish membership fee afrequency of (19), and Home visit of OSCA representative (9).
GIS Based Area Appropriateness Modeling for Rural Development: A Study of Paktika Province, Afghanistan
Authors: Wahdaty Hazrat Mohammad
Published: November 2022

In order to clearly determine the viability of rural development in Afghanistan's Paktika province, the information on land use planning that the locals may provide is collected. Spatial planning is crucial for the province of Paktika's rural development. Effective spatial planning enables entities including national and state governments, business developers, communities, and people avoid duplication of effort. The structural and basic improvements of their planning systems have made spatial planning possible.This study uses an integrated GIS-AHP model to identify the province of Paktika's best rural growth locations. The outcome demonstrates that the GIS-AHP model is a useful tool for rural planning and location selection. To determine the best location for rural development, seven factors were taken into consideration: slope, road, land use, river, water areas, cultivated areas, and soil. Final results indicate that 13535.3 sq. km was extremely suitable, 4563.2 sq. km was moderately acceptable, 889.5 sq. km was marginally suitable, and 348 sq. km was not suitable for the rural development of Paktika province.
Social Science Material Development Design Space-Time-Values Dimensions to Improve 21st Century Life Skills
Authors: Deny Setiawan  , Ivana Julia , Yunita Sri , Hidayat Hidayat
Published: November 2022

This development research aims to produce a design for the development of Social Science materials with space-time-values ​​dimensions to improve 21st century life skills among students of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Universitas Negeri Medan. The specific target to be achieved is the production of a Social Science Material Development textbook with the Space-Time-Values ​​Dimension. The research method used is the R&D method following the Borg & Gall procedure. The research subjects involved: lecturers who teach courses; students as subjects for a limited group trial; and five experts for textbook validation. The instruments used were expert validation questionnaires, learning outcomes tests and observation sheets which were analyzed using qualitative descriptive analysis to analyze information on various field conditions; quantitative descriptive analysis used to analyze the scores given by the expert; and statistical analysis assisted by STATCAL software. The result of the research shows that the textbook for the Development of Social Science Materials with the dimensions of space-time-values ​​was developed, valid and suitable for use. Other findings based on observations show that the design of textbook material development contributes to students' 21st century life skills in aspects: critical thinking and problem solving, creative and innovative, communication skills, and collaboration skills.
Design of Geography Materials Have Substances of Indonesian Geopolitics as Systemic Program Strengthening National Character
Authors: Sugiharto Sugiharto , Lubis Darwin Parlaungan , Rahmadi M. Taufik , Permana Sendi , Putra Mulhady
Published: November 2022

This study aims to develop the design of geography learning materials containing Indonesian geopolitics as a systemic program to strengthen national character in the Department of Geography Education, Faculty of Social Sciences, State University of Medan. The specific target to be achieved is the production of textbooks on geography learning materials containing Indonesian geopolitics. The research method used is the R&D method by following the Borg & Gall procedure. The research subjects involved: lecturers in Political Geography courses; students as subjects for a limited group trial; and five experts for the validation of teaching materials. The instruments used were expert validation questionnaires, learning outcomes tests and observation sheets, which were analyzed using: qualitative descriptive analysis to analyze information about various field conditions; quantitative descriptive analysis used to analyze the scores given by the expert; and statistical analysis assisted by STATCAL software. The results showed that the textbooks developed were valid and suitable for learning Political Geography, as well as contributing to the systemic program of strengthening national character in campus life by placing six pillars of character, namely: citizenship, justice, honor, responsibility, caring, and being able to trust.
A New Paradigm of Land Registratiton Services in Indonesia in The Era of The Industrial Revolution 4.0 and Society 5.0
Authors: Lubis Ikhsan , Murwadji Tarsius , Sunarmi Sunarmi , Sukarja Detania , Devi Azwar Tengku Keizerina
Published: November 2022

This study aims to describe the new paradigm of land registration services in Indonesia in the era of the industrial revolution 4.0 and society 5.0. It is time for the government to start being literate in technology that can be used in the implementation of land registration and is urgently needed in thecurrent digitalization era and of course making it easier for the community. The penelitian method used in this study is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. In this study, the data obtained such as observation results, interview results, shooting results, document analysis, field notes, compiled by researchers at the research site, were not poured in forms and figures. The results showed thatin the face of the industrial revolution 4.0, thegovernment has issued Presidential Regulation Number 95 of 2018 concerningelectronic-based governance  systems as the legal basis for its implementation.  Article 1 (1) explains that the Electronic-Based Government System (SPBE) is a government administration that utilizes information and communication technology to provide services to SPBE users. The transformation towards the digital era is also carried out on land documents which are one of the supporting factors in the implementation of land administration in the modern era.
Legal Guarantee of Fisherman Employment Risk through Fisherman Insurance Premium Assistance (BPAN)
Authors: Ramlan Ramlan , Riza Faisal
Published: November 2022

The number of fishermen who have not received legal protection against safety guarantees has created concerns. So that fishermen need the government's role in getting guarantees in the form of insurance. Insurance programs for fishermen must be continued and developed to ensure the future of fishermen's families. Currently, the government assumes that it has provided insurance policies to all fishermen. Fisherman Insurance Premium Assistance is considered important to ensure protection for their lives and work accidents so that all fishermen and fishermen's families have the confidence to carry out their activities at sea. The provision of insurance through the Insurance Premium Assistance Program for Fishermen (BPAN) is a program to ensure better fisherman activities in the fishing business so that the rights and obligations of fishermen are clear and will be protected in their fishing business activities. As the Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 07 of 2016 concerning the Protection and Empowerment of Fishermen, Fish Cultivators, and Salt Farmers, has regulated the provision of protection for the work risks experienced by fishermen through the provision of insurance.
Legal Protection against the Guarantee of the Normative Rights of Workers after the Issuance of Law Number 11 Year 2020 Concerning Copyright
Authors: Perdana Surya
Published: November 2022

One problem that gets the most attention is the issue of fulfilling workers' rights. The emergence of disputes between workers and employers or employers is due to the existence of rights between workers and employers that are not carried out by each party. Although there has been Law (UU) No. 13 of 2003 concerning Manpower, this law has not been able to mediate when there are workers' rights that are not fulfilled by employers. The issuance of Law Number 11 of 2020 concerning Job Creation makes the fate of workers worse, because this law is more oriented towards increasing economic investment and facilitating business permits, but on the other hand, it ignores the normative rights of workers
Assessment of Community-Based Tourism Potential and Inventory in Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District, Akwa Ibom State
Authors: Imikan Augustine Michael , Ekong Nsisong Christopher , Okoroji Malachy Ugochuckwu
Published: November 2022

The study aimed to carryout inventory and maps the distribution of community-based tourism attractions in Ikot Ekpene Senatorial District of Akwa Ibom State. The study was descriptive in nature and adopted purposive sampling method to select ten (10) communities for the study. The communities were drawn at least one from each of the Local Government Areas. Data for the study were obtained through questionnaire forms, interviews, focus group discussions and personal observations. The questionnaire forms were administered to a total of four hundred (400) respondents who were randomly selected among the ten (10) selected communities. The result of the study shows that community-based tourism potential are decaying in the local community due to ignorance of the local communities on tourism benefits and lack of involvement and participation in community-based tourism activities. However, new tourism potential /attractions were discovered during the inventory. We concluded that community-based tourism if well managed and restructured is a functional tool to driving sustainable tourism development. Therefore, it is recommended that the local communities should effectively participate and be involved in community-based related activities and they should be integrated in decision-making and management in the tourism industry to aid the sustainability of tourism development in the district.
Utilization of Open Space in Medan City During the Covid-19 Pandemic
Authors: Syahrial Eddy , Aulia Destanul
Published: November 2022

This study aims to analyze the use of open space in the city of Medan during the Covid-19 pandemic can be seen from the perception, needs, quality and utilization. This type of research is an analytical survey with cross sectional design. Total sample of 200 respondents obtained by purposive sampling. This research instrument uses a questionnaire. The Data obtained in this study were analyzed by conjoint analysis. The results of the conjoint analysis show that the perception attribute is needed for officers to oversee the implementation of the covid-19 protocol in the field, the needs attribute, the field is needed to reduce noise during the covid-19 pandemic, the field is needed for sunbathing, and the field is needed to play with family during the covid-19 pandemic. Quality attributes, the availability of jogging tracks for running and walking, the availability of trees and plants around the field are of sufficient quality in the field during the covid-19 pandemic. The availability of play facilities, the availability of facilities for recreation and the availability of means to improve the family economy. And the attributes of utilization according to field respondents were used every morning, during the covid-19 pandemic, the field was used every holiday, and the field was more widely used during the covid-19 pandemic. The Medan City Government is expected to form officers to oversee the implementation of the covid-19 protocol in Medan City Field
Beef Cattle Breeder Income Improvement Strategy with Different Maintenance System in Langkat Regency
Authors: Silaen Sonya Elisabeth , Ayu Sri Fajar , Hanafi Nevy Diana
Published: November 2022

This study aims to determine the strategy for developing beef cattle business after looking at the weaknesses, strengths, opportunities and threats that occur in Hinai District and Besitang District, Langkat Regency. This research was conducted in Hinai district and Besitang district, Langkat Regency in April-June 2022 with a total of 60 respondents. Analysis of the data used is using multiple linear analysis and the development strategy used is SWOT analysis. The results of the study note that the strategy obtained is the S-O Strategy, which is a strategy that uses internal strengths to take advantage of external opportunities, where internal strengths will take advantage of external events as follows: a. Utilization of good stables, human resources and experience of farmers to take advantage of the good natural and climatic conditions in Langkat to meet the high demand for buying cattle. b. Utilizing the experience of farmers and human resources in the use of AI technology, in meeting the high demand for cattle purchases.
An Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Acupressure on Dysmenorrhea Pain among Adolescents in a Selected Colleges, Karnataka
Authors:   Professor, Global College of Nursing Rr Nagar, Bangalore, Dabashini Devi Laishram
Published: November 2022

Dysmenorrhea, on the other hand, is pelvic or lower abdominal cyclic or recurrent pain, associated to menstruation. It is the most common gynaecological complaint among young women, with prevalence between 43% and 93%. According to symptoms intensity, it is also major cause for school or work absenteeism.The objectives of the study was to assess the level of dysmenorrhea pain in experimental and control group of adolescent girls, compare the pre and post-test scores within and between the experimental and control group, evaluate the effectiveness of acupressure on the level of dysmenorrhea pain in experimental and control group and to find out an association between the pre-test dysmenorrhea pain scores in both experimental and control group with their selected socio-demographic variables. The research design for the study was quasi experimental design with pretest-posttest having nonequivalent control group. The study was conducted in nursing colleges. Regarding effectiveness of acupressure, the overall median score of experimental group in the pre-test was 7.5 and 2 in the post test with enhancement of 4.81and it was significant at P<0.001% level and the overall median score of control group in the pre-test was 8 and 4.5 in the post with mild enhancement of 4.85 with the Z-value of 8.58 in Pre test and Z-value of 3.88 in post test, this shows that there was significant at P<0.001% level. Analysis of socio-demographic variables showed that there is no significant association at 5% level (P>0.05) both in experimental group and control group. The findings of this study support the need for nurses to conduct the experiment to decrease the level of dysmenorrhea pain of adolescent girls in selected nursing colleges a Bangalore. And had a remarkable decrease in the level of dysmenorrhea pain when compared to their level of dysmenorrhea pain, prior to the application of the acupressure
Covid-induced thyroiditis
Authors: Ghaffar Tahir , Bakht Babar  , Mian Sameer Ahmad  , Adnan Rahman  , Sabeen Zia  , Azizul Hasan Aamir
Published: November 2022

Thyroiditis is one of the manifestations of novel Covid-19 virus. Thyroid function test (TFTs) shows typical features of hyperthyroidism. Inflammatory markers and thyroid scan give clue to the diagnosis. This report is about a 39-year-old female who presented with signs and symptoms of thyrotoxicosis along with pain in the neck, odynophagia, and intermittent fever after recovering from Covid-19 a few weeks back. She had no significant history of past medical or endocrine disease. TFTs revealed high T3 and T4 and low TSH. Thyroid scan revealed decrease uptake and ESR was 115. She was started on NSAID, steroids, and beta blocker. Four weeks later, she reverted with the resolution of symptoms and normal TFTs.
Keywords: Covid-19, thyroiditis.