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Isolation, Molecular Characterization and Mycochemical Analysis of Aspergillus quadrilineatus
Authors:   Department of Botany, Sahyadri Science College, Kuvempu University, Shivamogga, Karnataka, India., M Shaila , Begum Nafeesa ,   Department of Botany, Sahyadri Science College, Kuvempu University, Shivamogga, Karnataka, India.
Published: May 2023

Secondary metabolites of microbial origin, either as pure compounds or crude extracts, provide opportunities for new drug development because of their chemical diversity. The aim of the present study is to isolate Molecular characterization and extract the bioactive compounds from the fungus of A. quadrilineatus (OL979151) in the rhizospheric soil of sunflower and mustard crop fields in Davanagere region. Dilution plate technique was used to isolate the rhizosphere fungi. The total genomic DNA was extracted from isolate of Aspergillus quadrilineatus based on Cetrimide Tetradecyl Trimethyl Ammonium Bromide (CTAB). Mass production of the fungal mat of A. quadrilineatus was established on potato dextrose broth medium. The dried methanol extract of fungus was subjected to HR-LCMS analysis; Methanol extract of A. quadrilineatus fungus shows that the compounds Amobarbital, Pirbuterol, Bambuterol, Cilazaprilat, Oxotremorine, Aminopyrine and Oryzanol as the major constituents. The compounds exhibit analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties and various therapeutic uses.
Work Force Efficiency in the Safety Match Clusters
Authors:   Joint Director (Engineering), Department of Industries and Commerce, Government of Tamil Nadu, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India., BHASKARAN E.
Published: May 2023

India, one of the largest manufacturers of matchboxes, produces about 4 crore boxes per day. There is a need to study the technical efficiency of the workforce of the Safety Match Clusters (SMC) in Tamil Nadu. The objective is to study the physical and financial performance, and technical efficiency of four SMCs in Tamil Nadu. The methodology consists of collection of primary data for various periods from 2016-17 to 2020-21 and secondary data from SMC officials. The input variables are Units, Employment and Investment, whereas the output variables are Production and Turnover. Data was analysed for ascertaining the technical efficiency of 4 SMCs before and after the implementation of the Cluster Development Approach (CDA), using the output-oriented Banker, Charnes, and Cooper (BCC) model of DEA, output-orientated Malmquist DEA, and stochastic frontier analysis. The study concluded that three clusters are highly efficient, but one needs improvement in workforce and investment to increase turnover. The Malmquist Index Summary of Firm Means indicates an efficiency change of 22% and pure efficiency change of 26%. As per the stochastic frontier equation To=-10.51-0.90En+4.34 In, with a unit increase in employment, the turnover decreases by 0.9 units which is insignificant, and for every unit increase in investment on machinery, the turnover increases by 4.4 units which is significant. The workforce needs further improvement for one firm, whereas the other three are highly efficient.
Human Resource Management Practices as Determinants of Organizational Performance
Authors:   Associate Professor, GRG School of Management Studies, PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Peelamedu, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India., MADHAVKUMAR VANDANA
Published: May 2023

Human capital being unique and inimitable is a source of competitive advantage for organizations. Literature suggests that effective and well-established human resource management (HRM) practices help in better retention and utilization of human resources, thereby resulting in the improvement of the organizational performance overall. Most studies have examined the linkage between HRM practices and organizational performance in large organizations. Not much research is available on the effect of HR practices on the performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Coimbatore is an entrepreneurial hub, its industrial ecosystem dominated by SMEs, therefore, there is a need to explore the HR practices in the SMEs of Coimbatore. This study evaluates the relationship among HR practices and organizational performance of SMEs in Coimbatore. Data was collected from 200 SMEs that were members of the Coimbatore District Small Scale Industries Association (CODISSIA). It was found that HRM practices had a significant positive effect on organizational performance.
Formation and development of educational content. Modern technologies in education: the curriculum of the discipline for higher education applicants of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the specialty "011 Educational, pedagogical sciences"
Authors:   Institute of Pedagogy of the National Academy of Educational Sciences of Ukraine, Zasiekina Tеtiana
Published: May 2023

Course "Formation and development of educational content. Modern technologies in education "takes into account the systematized set of main laws of the theory of formation of the content of education and the theory of learning in modern conditions of obtaining a complete general secondary education and lifelong learning. In the content of the discipline the tendencies of development of the content of education (foreign and domestic experience) are considered, didactic approaches to its construction are presented. On the basis of psychological-pedagogical and sociological analysis of the structure of personality, structure of activity and structure of educational process the basic components of the maintenance of education are allocated, their functions and interrelations determining the corresponding technologies in education are defined. Acquaintance and mastering of modern innovative technologies in education opens wide prospects and new opportunities in the educational process.
Development and evaluation of educational literature: the curriculum of the discipline for higher education applicants of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the specialty " 014 Secondary education "
Authors:   Institute of Pedagogy of the National Academy of Educational Sciences of Ukraine, Zasiekina Tetiana
Published: May 2023

The discipline "Development and evaluation of educational literature" accumulates domestic and foreign experience in textbook design, reveals the procedures for developing and implementing textbooks in the educational process, their types and conceptual features, role and functions in the educational process and relationships with accompanying educational materials.
Produção de carne em sistemas a pasto como estratégia para mitigação das mudanças climáticas
Authors:   Universidade Estadual Paulista “Júlio de Mesquita Filho", Chotolli Andrey Piante
Published: May 2023

Agriculture was responsible for 25% of greenhouse gas emissions in Brazil in 2021, where direct emissions from agriculture totaled approximately 601 million tons of CO2. Currently, 88% of cattle production in Brazil is on pasture, using vast systems, without much technology, in this production 190 million brazilian hectares are covered by pastures. There are several ways and strategies that can be used to reduce this emission, such as better balance of the diet and the offering of nutrients that compete with methanogenic bacteria for substrates. Intensification is also very important in the process of reducing gas emissions along with food supplementation, beside improvement in pasture management, increasing the carbon footprint and helping with the nitrogen cycle and benefiting beneficially from gases. The improvement of zootechnical indexes is also able to dilute the total emissions of the herd resulting in a lower rate between methane/product unit ratio. Through a literature review, it was found that with the intensification of production in general, manages to reduce the emission of methane by livestock.
Water Treatment of Boiler Houses
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University of Architecture and Civil Engineering, Birulia Viktor Borisovich
Published: May 2023

The textbook includes sections that form part of the general courses on the disciplines of "Heat Generating Installations" and "Water Treatment of Boiler Houses and Thermal Power Plants." These sections cover the following topics: characteristics of natural waters, requirements for the quality of feed water for steam boilers, make-up water for heating networks and hot water boilers, methods and techniques of water treatment for boiler houses, calculation and selection of Chemical Water Treatment (CWT) equipment, degassing, blowdown of steam boilers, requirements for the placement of CWT equipment, and chemical laboratories in boiler houses. Two examples of calculation and selection of CWT equipment for different compositions of source water are provided. The calculation algorithm is applicable to any boiler houses with low and medium thermal power steam and hot water boilers, operating on any type of fossil fuel. The manual is intended for students in all forms of education studying in the fields of 08.03.01 - "Industrial and Civil Engineering" (profile: Building Engineering Systems) and 13.03.01 - "Heat Power and Heating Engineering" (profile: Power Supply of Enterprises).
The effect of new feed additives on the productivity of red steppe cows
Authors: Gorlov Ivan , Mosolova Natal'ya , Slozhenkina Marina , Tkachenkova Nataliya , Grishin Vladimir , Obrushnikova Lyudmila , Musaev Ruslan
Published: May 2023

Abstract. In dairy cattle breeding, feeding rations directly affect the general condition of animals, indicators of productive and reproductive capacity, as well as the level of nutritional and biological value of the raw materials obtained. The most important task of modern domestic cattle breeding is the development of balanced diets enriched with various feed additives, in particular, prebiotic orientation. The introduction of various prebiotics into the diet of first-calf heifers of the Red Steppe breed has an important practical significance. The aim of the work is to study the effect of new prebiotic feed additives “LaktuVet” and “LaktuSuper” on the productive ability of first-calf heifers, as well as on the qualitative and quantitative composition of the milk obtained. Methods. An experimental study was carried out at the dairy complex “Breeding farm – collective farm named after Lenin” of Surovikinsky district of the Volgograd region. During the experiment, it was planned to distinguish three groups of cows – the control and two experimental ones. The control group was fed with a standard diet approved at the complex. The experimental group I was fed with a standard diet with the introduction of the feed additive “LaktuVet” at a dose of 0.5 % by weight of the feed. For feeding the II experimental group, a standard diet was used with the introduction of the feed additive “LaktuSuper” 0.5 % of the mass of the consumed compound feed. The scientific novelty lies in obtaining new knowledge about the effect of new prebiotic feed additives on the productivity of cows, as well as changes in the physicochemical composition of the resulting milk. Results. It was found that the use of new prebiotic feed additives in the diets of first-calf cows contributed to an increase in the amount of milk received in animals of the I experimental group by 5.59 %, in analogues of the II group – by 8.07 % compared with the control group. The introduction of feed additives into the diet of the studied cows had a positive effect on the quality of the milk produced and its amino acid composition.
Formation of a system of indicators for assessing the agro-industrial potential of the region in the direction of its digital transformation
Authors: Pashteckiy Vladimir , Timirgaleeva Rena , Verdysh Mihail
Published: May 2023

Abstract. The development of the agro-industrial complex of the region in the conditions of the digital economy is impossible without a comprehensive assessment of the agro-industrial potential, on the basis of which reasonable management decisions will be made. The purpose is to identify the specifics of the agro-industrial potential of the region, and develop a system of indicators for its assessment in the context of the digital transformation of the agro-industrial complex. The solution of this issue is based on the use of modern tools of economic and mathematical modeling. The work also uses such research methods as generalization and synthesis, system analysis, modeling and optimization. Scientific novelty. A generalized method for assessing the agro-industrial potential in the direction of its digital transformation and an algorithm for determining the criterion for the economic growth of an agro-industrial complex subject when managing the development of its digital potential are proposed. Results. The main aspects of the analysis of the digital potential of the subject of the agro-industrial complex are identified, among which the key role of the resource potential, which differs in directions and purposes of use, is highlighted, which must be taken into account when developing management decisions. A model of the resource platform of the agro-industrial complex of the region, based on modern information and communication technologies, is proposed, the implementation of which will ensure effective management of the resource potential. A step-by-step scheme for analyzing the digital potential of an agro-industrial complex subject is presented, which makes it possible to identify its capabilities and performance indicators that reflect the level of development of the agro-industrial complex of the region. The necessity of increasing the information support of the management activity of a business entity in three areas is substantiated: improvement of resource management processes, optimization of their quality and volume, business process management. To determine the criterion for economic growth of individual subjects of the agro-industrial complex of the region, an algorithm is proposed that makes it possible to identify the sources and rates of such growth. The practical significance of the study lies in the development of a system of indicators that allow assessing the agro-industrial potential of the region in the direction of its digital transformation, on the basis of which the efforts of the state and investors will be directed to the implementation of measures to support and regulate the processes of digitalization of the industry.
Drought resistance parameters of some representatives of the genus Tilia L. during introduction and in urban plantations
Authors: Murzabulatova Fanuza , Polyakova Natal'ya
Published: May 2023

Abstract. Drought resistance of plants is the key to successful cultivation of new taxa under climatic conditions. Linden is a valuable ornamental, melliferous and medicinal woody plant, often used for landscaping certain areas. The purpose is the determination of indicators of drought resistance of some species and varieties of lindens from the collection of the South Ural Botanical Garden-Institute of the Ufa Federal Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences in the conditions of introduction and urban environment. Methods. The objects of research were 3 species, 1 cultivar and 1 form of the linden collection (Tilia cordata Mill., T. caucasica Rupr., T. × europaea L. f. vitifolia (Host) V. Engl., T. platyphyllos Scop. ‘Aurea’, T. taquetii C. K. Schneid.), as well as specimens of Tilia cordata from urban plantations in Ufa. The total water content, water-holding capacity and the amount of mobile moisture in the leaves are found according to generally accepted methods. Results. The indicators of drought resistance of linden species and cultivars under the conditions of introduction and the urban environment have been determined. It has been established that almost all taxa are sufficiently drought-resistant in the climatic conditions of Ufa. The maximum indicators of water content and water-holding capacity, as well as the minimum amount of mobile moisture, were found in the variety T. platyphyllos ‘Aurea’ from the collection of the botanical garden (70.2 %, 30.7 %, 39.4 %, respectively). It has been confirmed that T. cordata from urban greenery tolerates technogenic loads well; some indicators of drought resistance of this species are higher than in the botanical garden. T. taquetii turned out to be the least drought-resistant of all the taxa studied, which is probably due to sharp differences in the climatic conditions of natural origin from the conditions of introduction. Scientific novelty. For the first time for the city of Ufa, comparative studies of the drought resistance of some representatives of the genus Tilia under the conditions of introduction and the urban environment were carried out.
The Stratigraphy of Tell Hesban, Jordan in the Byzantine Period
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Storfjell J. Bjørnar
Published: May 2023

Problem. The purpose of the present study was to identify the Byzantine evidence from the Tell Hesban Excavations in Jordan and delineate site-wide strata parameters within this period. Method. The Byzantine remains from the site were identified through an analysis of the excavators' field notes and balk drawings. Field ceramic readings and stratigraphic relationships determined the period, stratum, and stage to which a locus belonged. Results. The Byzantine evidence from Tell Hesban fell into four strata. The transition from the Late Roman period was not very distinct from a cultural viewpoint and came about the middle of the 4th century A.D. Stratum 10 was the earliest Byzantine stratum. The dates assigned to the four strata were as follows: Stratum 10 (A.D. 363-408); Stratum 9 (A.D. 408-527); Stratum 8 (A.D. 527-614); Stratum 7 (A.D. 614-636). Heavy commercial activity took place during the time of Strata 10 and 9, but decreased sharply in the later strata. A church was constructed on the Acropolis in the middle of the 5th century A.D. It was probably destroyed by an earthquake early in the 6th century A.D. In the Stratum 8 period this church was rebuilt and two other churches were added to the site. The Acropolis Church was again destroyed early in the 7th century A.D. Stratum 7 was a period of decline in both the population and the extent of the settlement. Conclusion. The findings of this study seem to support the broad outline of Byzantine history in Palestine as known from other excavations and the literary sources. This includes the economic and religious situations.
Seventh-day Adventists and Original Sin: a Study of the Early Development of the Seventh-day Adventist Understanding of the Effect of Adam's Sin on His Posterity
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Zackrison Edwin
Published: May 2023

Problem. In Seventh-day Adventist theology, the doctrine of original sin has received ambivalent treatment. Periodically voices within the church and outside of it have asserted that the doctrine has no part in SDA theology, yet other Christians have insisted that it is a Scriptural doctrine. It was the purpose of the present study to examine the theological roots of Adventism to determine the reasons for and the content of its treatment of the doctrine. Method. Since Biblical and historical perspectives are indispensable to the critical process of theology, a brief developmental survey was done to reveal trends and models relevant to Adventism. In addition, the SDA expression from 1850 to 1900 was examined through church-issued publications. Norman Powell Williams' instrument for analyzing a doctrine of original sin was then applied to the SDA theological presentations. Results. There is a discernible line of development from the English Enlightenment to the Adventist Movement. Through conditionalist views Adventism acquired a hamartiology similar to that of the nineteenth century New Haven theologians. According to this view man's inherited condition is not his responsibility and is not to be properly called sin. Early Adventist concerns were anthropological, but these were superseded by a greater soteriological emphasis in the 1890s. Conclusions. The SDA treatment of original sin was developed along Arminian and conditionalist lines and emphasized actual sin more than ontological sin (as Augustine and certain Reformers had). While SDAs were located geographically, historically, and theologically, in an anti-Catholic, anti-Calvinistic tradition, they initially used the term "original sin," though in their own way. However, by the end of thenineteenth century they had virtually dispensed with all employment of the term as useful to convey their understanding of man's fallenness. This undoubtedly contributes to Adventist hesitancy toward usage of the term which persists to the present. Nevertheless, SDAs expressed a doctrine that is definable as a doctrine of original sin by theological and historical models.
The Role and Responsibilities of Andrews University Trustees as Perceived by Themselves
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Bauer David
Published: May 2023

Problem. The university board of trustees is the single most important group of the university to guide an institution in fulfilling its goals and objectives. While it may seem that trustees have a grasp of their responsibilities to the institution they serve, it appears that many do not. This study surveys all who have ever served as trustees of Andrews University in order to: (1) indentify characteristics of trustees; (2) determine how trustees of Andrews University perceive/perceived their role as trustee in relationship to the twelve trustee responsibilities as listed by John Nason; (3) compare theresponses of church administrators with those of laymen; and (4) compare the responses of trustees who served from 1961-1970 with those who served from 1971-1980. Method. The study was based upon data collected from 121 (88 percent) living trustees of Andrews University. A comprehensive two-part questionnaire was sent to each trustee: Part I, biographical and personal information; Part II, responses to 94 items of trustee responsibility and their importance. Results. Significant findings showed a need for: (1) A means of continuing identification, appraisal, and recommendations for trustee appointments; (2) A handbook clearly identifying the role and responsibilities of trustees; (3) A program of orientation for all new appointees and a continuing educational program for all trustees; (4) Trustees to read material and attend workshops and seminars on trusteeship; (5) The formulation of trustee sub-committees; (6) Tentative agendas to be sent to trustees prior to meetings; (7) Trustees to give more personal support to the University and to help identify and cultivate potential supporters; (8) The appointment of fewer ex-officio trustees and more professional layman; (9) Trustees having a better acquaintance with the campus, students, and faculty; (10) A document for trustee signatures stating they have no conflict of interest. Conclusions. While some trustees have a more complete knowledge of trustee responsibilities others are greatly lacking in understanding of trusteeship. An ongoing educational program must be developed to orient trustees to their role and responsibilities. Only then can they serve the University efficiently and effectively.
Toward a Criticism of Theological Reason : Time and Timelessness as Primordial Presuppositions
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Canale Fernando
Published: May 2023

This investigation studies the possibility of developing a theological criticism of Christian theological reason. The investigation proceeds by developing a phenomenological analysis of three major contexts within which reason has been interpreted and utilized by Christian theology for the constitution of its exegetical and systematic formulations: the philosophical, theological, and Biblical contexts. The philosophical context shows that the structure of reason requires the interpretation of Being's dimensionality which determines its basic meaning and functioning. Moreover, it shows that Being's dimensionality has been interpreted in two ways: as timeless and as temporal. The theological context, through the analysis of reason's procedures as a tool for the constitution of meaning in Thomas Aquinas's and Rudolf Bultmann's systems, shows that theology has depended on philosophical critic is m of reason and its classical timeless interpretation of Being's dimensionality. Thomas's system, and with him conservative theology, follows the Aristotelian interpretation of reason while Bultmann's system, and with him liberal theology, follows the Kantian interpretation. The Biblical context, through the analysis of Exodus 3:14, the locus classicus for the discussion about Being in Scripture, shows that theological criticism of theological reason is possible and that Biblical reflection on Being interprets its dimensionality as temporal. Moreover, considering the facts that the philosophical context uncovers the hypothetical nature of reason, and that Christian theology is rooted in the conceptuality of the Biblical reflection in which it is grounded, it is suggested that criticism of theological reason should be developed following the temporal interpretation of Being as rooted and developed in Scriptures. On this basis it is further suggested that such a criticism should be able to provide theology with the necessary starting point for advancing beyond the alternatives provided by the Aristotelian and Kantian interpretations of reason that so far have conditioned the interpretation and actual functioning of reason as a tool for the constitution of Christian theological meanings.
A Seventh-day Adventist Concept of the Kingdom of God and its Implication for Religious Education
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Bhola Alvinus
Published: May 2023

Problem. While there are statements in the writings of Ellen G. White and those of Seventh-day Adventistscholars that seem to indicate that there is a relationship between the kingdom of God and education, it appears that no major work has been done to show, in a systematic manner, the relationship between the Adventist concept of the kingdom and its philosophy of education. The purpose of this study was to find what relationship exists between the SDA concept of the kingdom and its philosophy of education. Method. This study, which is documentary in nature, is essentially a typological classification research effort. Both the kingdom of God and theories of religious education are classified as transcendent, immanent, and transcendent-immanent. The SDA concept of the kingdom and its philosophy of education are studied in the light of these three classifications. Conclusions. The findings of this study suggest a definite relationship between the SDA concept of the kingdom and its philosophy of education. (1) Biblical scholars agree that the kingdom of God is future as well as present. Although the present kingdom remains unclear to them, the biblical writers have described it as spiritual. Individuals may enter into it. (2) God's kingdom consists of a sovereign Ruler, territory, subjects, justice, law, and worship with the Sabbath standing out as a sign of the presence of the kingdom. (3) The kingdom and religious education are philosophically classified as transcendent, immanent, and transcendent-immanent. (4) Emphasis on the transcendent concept of the kingdom may lead to scholasticism, a philosophy of education that leads to intellectual attainment. Stress on immanence may lead to humanism that relates to practical education. But the transcendent-immanentist concept takes into consideration an education that deals with the development of the whole person. (5) The SDA Church upholds the transcendent-immanentist philosophy of education that takes into consideration man's total experience--his spiritual, moral, social, mental and physical dimension.
A Study of the Perceived Influence of Collective Bargaining on the Functional Role of the Michigan High School Principal
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Clark David
Published: May 2023

Problem. The purpose of this study was to determine the perceived impact of collective bargaining on the functional role of the public high-school principal in Michigan. The study focused on the perceptions of practicing educators in Michigan. Perceptions were sought from superintendents, principals, and teachers in K-12 public school-districts. Data Collection, Methods, and Procedures. Data were collected by means of a mailed questionnaire from a sample of the 529 K-12 public-school districts in Michigan. Power analysis helped determine that 106 school districts were needed to have a significant study. Replies were received from 100 of the 106 districts for a return rate of approximately 94 percent. The survey was completed in June 1982. The data were analyzed by use of a computer to determine statistical significance. The chi-square test of analysis was used to determine statistical significance. Major Findings. There is a significant difference among the perceptions of superintendents, principals, and teachers on the perceived impact of collective bargaining on the functional role of the public high-school principal in Michigan. The superintendents perceived three (Instructional, Personnel, and Pupil services) of the five subcomponent roles to be statistically significant. The principals perceived one (Pupil services) of the five subcomponent roles to be statistically significant. The teachers perceived two (Instructional and Professional relations) of the five subcomponent roles to be statistically significant. All responding groups perceived the Community relations role to be statistically nonsignificant. The sponsorship of extracurricular activities was the item perceived as most affected by collective bargaining. Conclusions. Superintendents and teachers perceived the impact of collective bargaining on the principal to be greater than did the principals. The greatest impact was made on the Personnel role. The least impact was made on the Community-relations role. It appeared that the effect of contract implementation was considerable. Analyzation of questionnaire items showed the superintendent-principal group to be the most alike in their perceptions. Further analyzation showed the principal-teacher group to be the least alike in their perceptions. The most change was perceived by the superintendents. The least change was perceived by the principals.
An Investigation of Predictors of Success in Elementary Student Teaching in Selected Seventh-day Adventist Colleges
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Couty J. Roger
Published: May 2023

Problem. Investigations of predictors of student teaching success have yielded contradictory results in general. Besides, reports of such investigations could not be located, as related to Seventh-day Adventist colleges. There seemed to be a need for a study of predictors of student teaching success in Seventh-day Adventist colleges. Method. The purpose of the study was to look at selected factors and determine whether or not they are related to student teaching success. Four hundred and fifty students who had completed their student teaching experience between Fall quarter 1977 and Spring quarter 1983 were involved in the study. Data were collected from their student files at four selected Seventh-day Adventist colleges. The data were analyzed, using multiple regression computer programs. Conclusions. (A) Eight of the thirty-one predictor variables used in this study were correlated significantly with the criterion measure and it seemed that each one of them could predict student teaching success, singly. (B) Each of the seven categories of predictor variables was significantly correlated with the criterion measure. They appear as reliable predictors of student teaching success. (C) The best combination of variables for the prediction of student success consists of the following: (1) Efficiency in giving feedback to pupils; (2) Motivation as a teacher; (3) Ability to transfer religious beliefs into teaching; (4) Knowledge of subject matter; (5) Ability to establish a class climate conducive to learning; (6) Ability to find out individual pupils' needs and to attend to those needs; (7) Presentation of materials and information; (8) Relationship of student teachers to colleagues; (9) Organization and planning of lessons; (10) Ability to establish and maintain discipline. Recommendations. It is recommended: (1) That the predictor variables that were significantly correlated with the criterion be given due emphasis in the preparation of student teachers. (2) That, in the training of teachers, special emphasis be given to the category "Teaching Skills and Competencies," from which five of the ten variables inthe best subset were selected. (3) That representatives of Seventh-day Adventist colleges work together to develop a common set of criteria for the preparation and evaluation of student teachers. This will facilitate data collection for the replication ofthis study.
Christian-Buddhist Dialogue in the Writings of Lynn A. De Silva
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, De Alwis Tissa
Published: May 2023

This dissertation studies the theological implications of inter-religious dialogue that call for resolution from the Christian standpoint, the Christian self-understanding in religiously plural context, and the essentials of authentic inter-religious dialogue by an analysis and evaluation of Lynn A. de Silva's dialogue with Sri Lankan Buddhism. Chapter I surveys the historical factors which heightened the encounter between the religions and describes the background from which De Silva's theology emerged. Developments in the debate on inter-religious dialogue in missionary conferences in Asia and in the World Council o f Churches reveal the confrontation between Asian and European theologies. It is shown that De Silva's dialogical concerns arose out of existential contact with Sri Lankan Buddhism, and that the resurgence of Buddhism and the transition in Christian missionary attitudes led to a Sri Lankan expression of Christianity. Chapter II describes De Silva's holistic dialogical approach in contrast to theoretical Western approaches. The basic ingredients essential to authentic dialogue and its objectives, as spelled out by De Silva, are noted. In his appraisal of the Buddhist approach to dialogue, dialogical exchanges with Buddhist thought leaders, and use o f Buddhist terms, a practised theology of dialogue emerges. Chapter III describes the translational nature of De Silva's dialogical theology. The process of conveying concepts from one religious context to another is traced in his use of Tilakkhana (the three signata of Buddhism) as a conceptual framework in the development of: (1) a Christian-Buddhist estimate of man— the relation between anattā (non-self) and the Christian teaching about the spirit , (2) an inclusivist Christology — Christ as Dharma-Loqos, and his salvific role in the religions, and (3) anattā and the indispensability of God. Chapter IV evaluates De Silva's treatment of Christianity and Buddhism as complementary systems and sifts out that which is theologically decisive for authentic inter-faith dialogue. It deals with the Buddhist response to De Silva and assesses his dialectical approach. It is shown that the salvific status accorded to other religions is crucial to Asian Christian self-understanding on the questions of church and mission.
A Comparative Study of the Psychological Profiles of a Selective Sample of Incarcerated Females Versus Non-Incarcerated Females
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Ladd Karen
Published: May 2023

Problem. Psychological testing is used in penal institutions at the initial time of incarceration. The purpose of this study was to investigate the possibility of developing distinct psychological profiles for incarcerated females. Method. The psychological assessment instrument employed to develop these profiles is the Sixteen Factor Personality Questionnaire (16PF). The data which were computed and analyzed to test the eight null hypotheses were provided by a selective sample group of 622 subjects in two penal institutions in Indiana. Findings. (1) There is no significant difference between personality profiles of incarcerated white females who are property offenders and personality profiles of incarcerated white females who are body offenders. (2) Incarcerated white body offenders and white property offenders differ significantly from the norms for the general population in that they are less tense, emotionally less stable, and more responsive to the outer rather than the inner world. (3) There is no significant difference between personality profiles of incarcerated black females who are property offenders and personality profiles of incarcerated black females who are body offenders. (4) Incarcerated black body offenders and black property offenders differ significantly from the norms for the general population in that they are emotionally less stable, more aggressive, less tense, and more responsive to the outer rather than the inner world. (5) Incarcerated black body offenders differ significantly from the personality profiles of incarcerated white body offenders in that they are more aggressive, outgoing, calculating and shrewd and self-assured. (6) Incarcerated black property offenders differ significantly from the personality profiles of incarcerated white property offenders in that they are more aggressive, outgoing, reticent, self-assured, and emotionally less stable. Implications. The findings of this study have implications in two major areas: practice and future research. For the practice of psychology, the study is relevant both in the private therapeutic setting and in the penal institutions. Professionals in these two settings need to take note of an individual's 16PF scores and compare them to the norms for the general population and to the profiles of the incarcerated individual. The 16PF appears to be avaluable instrument in differentiating between the personality profiles of incarcerated and non-incarcerated females. Implications of future research were also indicated through the study.
Selected Educational Indicators for Monitoring the Primary-School System, Jamaica
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Marshalleck Edith
Published: May 2023

Problem. Since the 1960s there has been increasing interest in the development of social indicators, educational indicators being an important subset of these. Studies in the U.S. and Europe have sought to (1) establish a conceptual framework for educational indicators, and (2) identify indicators useful for economic planning and monitoring the state of education. The need for these indicators in developing countries has also been identified. The researcher sought by (1) a correlational/predictive study and (2) an exploratory opinionnaire to validate a list of indicators for monitoring primary education in Jamaica and guiding financial choices. Method. Utilizing scores from three batteries of the 1980 Common Entrance Examination (CEE) to high schools and a profile of pupil personal and school variables, canonical and discriminant analyses were applied to data from a sample of 802 pupils drawn from a stratified sample of schools, in three parishes of Jamaica. The strata were urban, rural, and most and least successful in securing high-school places based on CEE performance. Opinionnaire responses were secured from 177 primary-school teachers on a list of selected indicators. Results. The canonical analyses identified several inputs as correlating significantly with pupil achievement including: (1) percentage of trained teachers over a three-year period; (2) sessions attended 1978/79; (3) parent's socioeconomic status when introduced into the analyses; (4) principal's administrative experience (negative relationship); (5) higher grade at which CEE was taken; and (6-7) grade teacher's experience and qualifications. The four highest rated indicators by the teachers were overcrowding, trained teacher/pupil ratio, efficient principal and index of malnutrition. Socioeconomic status and higher grade levels in urban areas and higher percentages of trained teachers in rural areas were chief among the distinguishing variables identified by discriminant analyses. Conclusions. The researcher proposed a number of indicators set in a systems/economics/time perspective. These included: (1) percentage of male/female pupils in the age cohort attending 90 percent of sessions shown teachers; (3) standardized test results; (4) primary-school completion expectancy rate; and (5) enrollment projections. Other indicators were discussed, e.g., overcrowding and teacher/pupil ratios. Recommendations were made.
Planning a Needs-Assessment-Based Approach to Continuing Education Programs for Seventh-day Adventist Clergy in the Eastern Africa Division
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Muganda Baraka
Published: May 2023

Problem. This study attempts to determine the extent to which the needs-assessment-based approach to educational planning can be validated and used in planning continuing-education programs for the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) ministers serving in the Eastern Africa Division (EAD). Method. The sample of the population for this study was drawn from the SDA clergy and a selected group of laity in the EAD. The data were gathered through a two-part questionnaire. The first part sought the demographic profiles of respondents. The second part was designed to enable the respondents to rank each one of the thirty items for preparation and importance. Two questionnaires, one for clergy and one for laity were administered to the respondents by the researcher using a purposive sample. Chi square and medians were computed to determine any significant relationship between groups and cutoffs for preparation and importance of items. Results. The highly significant correlation within and between groups in the way they perceived the importance and preparation of the items support the assumption that a list of needed specific competencies can be found through needs-assessment approach to educational planning and used in the development of continuing-education programs in the EAD. The openness and intelligent participation of all groups in discussing their needs through interviews was a great factor in the support of the assumption. Conclusions. Needs-assessment can be used to determine the role and objectives for continuing-education programs as well as each course taught to meet the needs and interests of learners. The cost of needs-assessment may be justified by its value as a guide in both the development and evaluation of continuing-education programs. From the data it was concluded that respondents in the study felt they were not well prepared in all the skill and knowledge areas in the instrument. The study also revealed that respondents considered twenty-five of the thirty questionnaire items as "very important" to be included in continuing-education programs. Five other items were considered "important." There were none considered "optional" or "not important" enough for inclusion in a continuing-education planning program model. Recommendations. Based on the needs revealed by this study, it was recommended that (1) the University College of eastern Africa in Kenya serve as the main center of continuing-education program planning for the EAD, while junior colleges in each union serve as subcampuses; (2) East Africa Division executive committee appoint a division director for the continuing-education program; (3) the whole program of continuing-education should be planned with the consideration of the needs of the youthful laity in the EAD.
A Plan for Strengthening Expository Preaching by Korean Seventh-day Adventist Pastors
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Yang Chongo
Published: May 2023

Problem Adventist churches in Korea urgently need expository preaching to act as a counterbalance to the strong traditional emphasis on topical preaching. The greatest problem of preaching in Adventist churches of Korea seems to be a lack of biblical content. Complicating this is a widespread failure to correctly apply hermeneutical principles to biblical exposition. Method Two taped sermons preached by each of seven selected Seventh-day Adventist preachers in Korea were collected and analyzed in the light of the criteria established for authenthic expository preaching. The criteria were obtained from the review of biblical and current literature. Results It was found that of the fourteen sermons twelve sermons were not expository. Thus, it turns out that the solid understanding of how to make an expository sermon is greatly needed. Conclusions It is imperative that pastors and lay leaders receive adequate training in a continuing education program for expository preaching. Furthermore, the theology students of Sahmyook University, the future Adventist preachers of Korea, should learn how to research and construct a good expository sermon. Therefore, a model for a course in expository preaching is presented in this dissertation.
A Study of Selected Variables Dealing with Continuing Education Interests of Seventh-day Adventist Pastors and Judicatory in the North American Division
Authors:   ,   Andrews University, Shell Penny
Published: May 2023

Background and Purpose of the Study. The study grew out of an increased Seventh-day Adventist interest in continuing education for ministry in the church's North American Division. This interest had generally been accompanied by a lack of current data for careful planning and development of resources. As a needs assessment, the study sought opinions on continuing education for ministry from the pastors, the local conference presidents, and the local conference ministerial directors in the North American division. The four specific areas covered by the study were (1) subject-matter preferences, (2) learning-situation preferences, (3) motivations, and (4) obstacles. Also covered were the special views of (1) ethnic-minority pastors (Asian, black, and Hispanic); (2) nine geographically defined ministerial groups (according to church union conferences in North America); four ministerial age-level groups (up to 34, 35-44, 45-54, and 55 and over); and (4) the church judicatory contacted. Methodology. A five-page questionnaire was mailed to a random sample of 557 Seventh-day Adventist North-American Division pastors, out of a population of 2,794, and to the entire population of 100 judicatory involved. Chi square tests of independence were selected to determine significance using the .01 alpha level. Results. Judicatory return rate was 74 percent and ministerial return rate was 77 percent. Pastors ranked general subject-matter areas as follows: (1) Evangelism, (2) Preaching/Worship Skills, (3) SDA Heritage (theology, Bible study, and church history), (4) Personal/Professional Development, (5) Church Leadership, and (6) Pastoral Care. The top five motivations ranked according to strength of motivation were (1) Increased skill for ministry, (2) Increased knowledge for ministry, (3) Meeting self-expectations, (4) Spiritual refreshing, and (5) Renewal in ministry. The top five deterrents ranked according to strength were (1) Programs not conveniently located, (2) No budget provision, (3) Programs not conveniently scheduled, (4) Too little information, and (5) No time beside vacation allotted. Based on respondents preferences, an ideal learning situation would be three to five day seminars at workers' meetings during January or February. Of 190 significant differences discovered, 98 were ethnic-minority related differences, 48 were geographically related differences, 35 were judicatory differences, and 9 were age-level differences. Based on the literature review and the study results, three sets of recommendations were made: (1) recommendations for improving continuing education for ministry in the North American Division, (2) recommendations for meeting specific needs, and (3) recommendations for further study.