bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Utilization of the Homo Wajakensis Site and Regional Museum Tulungagung as a History Learning Media
Authors: Lazuardi Deris , Santoso Budi , Putranto Anggoro
Published: October 2023

The Homo Wajakensis Site and Tulungagung Regional Museum are historical sites and historical museums that can be used to study the preliterate or prehistoric period. Many sources say that Homo Wajakensis was found in the Boyolangu District, Tulungagung Regency. This is wrong because from research that researchers can or obtain is that Homo Wajakensis was found in Gamping Village, Campurdarat District, Tulungagung Regency. The aims of this research are (1) to find out in depth about the homo wajakensis site and the Tulungagung regional museum; (2) for the use of the Homo Wajakensis site and the Tulungagung regional museum as a history learning medium for students; (3) for teachers' best practices in teaching history in schools; (4) for student responses in learning history by utilizing the Homo Wajakensis site and the Tulungagung regional museum. The results of this research are (1) the researcher knows in depth about the homo wajakensis site and the Tulungagung regional museum, especially the truth about where it was found; (2) the homo wajakensis site and the Tulungagung regional museum as a medium for learning history for students are the best solution in increasing student motivation; (3) sites and museums are the best learning media for teacher practice in teaching history in schools; (4) students, especially students at SMA Kauman (a Senior High School) class X and also SMP Srengat (a Junior High School) class VII, seem more interested in practical learning or seeing objects directly historical objects at the Homo Wajakensis site and the Tulungagung Regional Museum.
Edukasi dan Pendampingan Program Cegah Stunting
Authors: Sahira Nur Sakina , Assariah Khandika Sara Patla
Published: October 2023

AbstrakProgram edukasi stunting merupakan program pencegahan stunting pada bayi dan balita. Metode pelaksanaan dalam program pencegahan stunting kepada masyarakat melalui Pemberdayaan Kader Posyandu Desa Kandangan, Pendampingan Pra Nikah melalui Pusat Informasi dan Konseling Remaja Desa Kandangan, Pendampingan Kehamilan, serta Pemenuhan Gizi Seimbang untuk Kesehatan Masyarakat. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah Ibu-Ibu Kader Posyandu Desa Kandangan, Remaja Dusun Termas, Ibu-Ibu Desa Kandangan yang memiliki bayi dan balita, dan Ibu-Ibu Hamil di Wilayah Desa Kandangan. Pemahaman menganai apa itu stunting perlu lebih ditekankan didalam masyarakat serta Penguatan dan Keaktifan Kader perlu dimasifkan untuk terwujudnya program yang aktif dan baik.AbstractThe stunting education program is a stunting prevention program for infants and toddlers. The method of implementing the stunting prevention program for the community is through the Empowerment of Posyandu Cadres in Kandangan Village, Pre-Marriage Assistance through the Kandangan Village Youth Information and Counseling Center, Pregnancy Assistance, and Fulfillment of Balanced Nutrition for Public Health. The population in this study were Posyandu Cadres in Kandangan Village, Teenagers in Termas Hamlet, Mothers in Kandangan Village who have babies and toddlers, and Pregnant Women in the Kandangan Village area. An understanding of what stunting is needs to be emphasized more in the community and the Strengthening and Activeness of Cadres needs to be massively developed to create an active and good program.Keywords: Education; Health and Society; Stunting
Penyuluhan dan Pelatihan Pembuatan Ecobrick di Desa Pulosaren Sebagai Upaya Pemanfaatan Sampah Plastik
Authors: Sari Dwi Atika , Harfia Amira Zerlin , Heriyanti Andhina Putri
Published: October 2023

Abstrak Praktisnya menggunakan plastik menyebabkan plastik banyak digunakan masyarakat. Akibatnya, terjadinya penumpukan sampah plastik. Sampah plastik dapat mencemari lingkungan karena senyawa penyusunnya merupakan senyawa berbahaya dan mengandung logam berat. Pemerintah memiliki konsep 4R yaitu Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, dan Replace untuk menekan penumpukan sampah plastik dan mengurangi penggunaan plastik di lingkungan masyarakat. Ecobrick menjadi salah satu aplikasi terhadap konsep tersebut, khususnya pada konsep Reduce dan Recycle. Tujuan dilakukannya pengabdian di Desa Pulosaren ini adalah untuk memanfaatkan sampah plastik menjadi produk yang memiliki nilai guna sehingga dapat mengurangi penumpukan sampah plastik. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data melalui studi literatur, observasi, dan wawancara. Data yang diperoleh dianalisis secara deskriptif kualitatif dan disajikan secara naratif. Pelaksanaan pengabdian ini dibagi menjadi dua kegiatan yaitu penyuluhan dan pelatihan. Produk yang dihasilkan dari pelaksanaan pengabdian ini adalah kursi dari botol plastik bekas dan sampah plastik.AbstractThe practical use of plastic causes many people to use it. As a result, the accumulation of plastic waste. Plastic waste can pollute the environment because its constituent compounds are hazardous compounds and contain metals. The government has a 4R concept, namely Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Replace to suppress the accumulation of plastic waste and reduce the use of plastic in the community. Ecobrick is one of the applications of this concept, especially in the concept of Reduce and Recycle. The purpose of this service in Pulosaren Village is to utilize plastic waste into products that have use value so as to reduce the accumulation of plastic waste. The method used in this study is a qualitative method with data collection techniques through literature studies, observations, and interviews. The data obtained were analyzed descriptively qualitatively and presented narratively. The implementation of this service is divided into two activities, namely counseling and training. The products resulting from the implementation of this service are chairs from used plastic bottles and plastic waste.Keywords: Ecobrick; Plastic Waste; Value For Use; Waste Utilization
PEMANFAATAN LARVA DALAM DEGRADASI SAMPAH PLASTIK
Authors: Khusniati Miranita , Heriyanti Andhina Putri , Fariz Trida Ridho , Haris Amnan , Tirtasari Ni Luh , Abdullatif Mukhlis , Sultan Habil , Habibullah Zaid , Arifah Erma Zakiy , Prahmani Yonika Sindiana , Anindita Fadhilla Dyah , Ma’ruf Syamsul Azhar Qowwam
Published: October 2023

Plastik adalah salah satu bahan yang sangat umum digunakan dalam kehidupan modern kita. Plastik dianggap sebagai bahan yang murah dan praktis, namun memberikan permasalahan pada lingkungan yaitu sampah. Sampah plastik juga menjadi permasalahan lingkungan di Indonesia, dimana plastik menjadi salah satu penyumbang timbulan sampah nasional. Hal ini diperlukan solusi yang efektif dan efisien dalam pengelolaan sampah plastik. Pengelolaan sampah plastik dapat dilakukan seperti pembuatan biji plastik maupun penggunaan agen biodegradasi yang lebih ramah lingkungan. Namun, biaya yang digunakan dalam pengelolaan sampah yaitu pembuatan biji plastik serta menggunakan agen biologis tersebut juga cukup tinggi. Penggunaan larva bisa menjadi solusi alternatif dalam degradasi sampah plastik. Larva tersebut seperti ulat jerman, ulat hongkong maupun ulat lilin.
MINYAK SERAI WANGI DAN PRODUK DERIVATNYA
Authors: Wijayati Nanik , Pratiwi Dian , Wirasti Hestin , Mursiti Sri
Published: October 2023

Minyak serai wangi menjadi salah satu komoditas dari sembilan jenis minyak atsiri yang paling menonjol sebagai andalan Indonesia dan berpotensi serta sangat prospektif. Permintaan minyak ini cukup tinggi dan harganya cenderung stabil. Budidaya tanaman serai wangi juga tidak terlalu sulit serta dapat hidup di lahan-lahan kritis. Kandungan utama minyak serai wangi yatiu sitronelal, geraniol, dan sitronelol yang memberikan bau khas citrus yang disukai oleh konsumen. Produksi minyak serai wangi juga harus memenuhi parameter standar mutu SNI 06-3953-1995. Minyak serai wangi ini dapat diperoleh dengan cara ekstraksi dan destilasi. Minyak ini juga memiliki banyak manfaat dan khasiat antara lain antioksidan, antibakteri, antifungal, pengharum ruangan, herbisida, minyak pijat, dan lain-lain.
PENGARUH BLANCHING PADA PEMBUATAN SIMPLISIA KULIT BUAH NAGA MERAH
Authors: Paramita Octavianti , Kusumastuti Adhi , Hadiasmoro Melissa Ardelia , Sholeha Nur Amalia
Published: October 2023

Zat pewarna alami dapat diperoleh dari tumbuhan maupun hewan. Salah satu tumbuhan yang mengandung zat warna alami adalah  limbah kulit buah naga merah. Simplisia adalah bahan utama dalam pembuatan zat warna alami terutama pada proses ekstraksi dari bahan alam yang telah dikeringkan yang digunakan untuk pengobatan dan belum mengalami pengolahan, kecuali dinyatakan lain suhu pengeringan tidak lebih dari 60 0C. Simplisia yang aman dan berkhasiat adalah simplisia yang tidak mengandung bahaya kimia, mikrobiologis, dan bahaya fisik, serta mengandung zat aktif yang berkhasiat. Untuk mendapatkan zat warna yang baik diperlukan simplisia yang memiliki kandungan antioksidan yang tinggi dan mempunyai warna yang baik. Perlakuan awal yaitu Hot Water blanching, Steam Blanching, Microwave Blancing pada pembuatan simplisia kulit buah naga merah (hylocereus polyrhizus) sangat berpengaruh dengan hasil. Metode blanching yang sesuai untuk mendapatkan hasil yang maksimal pada kulit buah naga yaitu pada simplisia dengan metode Steam Blanching.
Tipología de la Docencia en una Universidad Pública del Noroeste de México
Authors: Dominguez Rosario L. , Martínez Lydia E.
Published: October 2023

Se presentan los resultados de la aplicación del método de clúster para dar soporte a la construcción de una tipología de la práctica docente en una universidad pública. Se describen las similitudes y diferencias que se evidencian en los conglomerados reflexionando con relación a la diversidad en el uso y desarrollo de estrategias para la planificación y la evaluación del aprendizaje; así como en las características de la conducción del aprendizaje en el aula.Palabras clave: Clúster, enseñanza, tipología, educación superior. We present the results of the application of the cluster to support the construction of a typology of teaching practice in a public university. It describes the similarities and differences that are evident in the clusters regarding the diversity in the use and development of strategies for planning and assessing learning as well as the characteristics for conducting learning in the classroom.Keywords: Cluster, teaching, typology, higher education.
Sugerencias para el Análisis de Escalas con Métrica Delicada
Authors: López-González Emelina
Published: October 2023

Las escalas de categorías aportan numerosas ventajas en las evaluaciones educativas, que contrastan con el delicado análisis estadístico que precisan sus medidas con posterioridad. Sus propiedades métricas no siempre han sido atendidas de forma correcta, unas veces por desconocimiento, otras por no existir criterios comunes sobre cuáles son las técnicas estadísticas más adecuadas. En este trabajo se apuntan algunas de las razones de este panorama confuso y se proporcionan sugerencias de análisis poco conocidas en las investigaciones educativas, con una triple intención: una mejora en la métrica de las escalas; la búsqueda de dimensiones internas en los datos; y el estudio de las respuestas que se obtienen a partir de unas dimensiones establecidas previamente. Para alcanzar la primera, se propone la ley de Zipf, sin duda una muy interesante sugerencia para transformar la métrica de las escalas categóricas de frecuencias. Para conseguir la segunda se sugieren algunas extensiones del Análisis Factorial. Por último, y mediante un ejemplo intuitivo, se plantea un Análisis Conjunto referido a una evaluación educativa concreta.Palabras clave: Escalas, escalas Likert, análisis factorial, análisis conjunto, ley de Zipf. Categorical scales provide many advantages in educational evaluations, which contrast with the delicate statistical analysis that their measurements require. Metric properties have not always been treated properly, sometimes because of ignorance, others by the absence of common criteria about which statistical techniques are more appropriate. In this work, we point out some of the reasons for this confusing panorama we also provide little known tips on analysis in educational research, with a threefold aim: an improvement on the metric of the scales, the search for internal data dimensions, and to study the obtained responses from previously established dimensions. To achieve the first one, it is proposed the Zipf's law, certainly a very interesting suggestion to transform the metric of the frequency categorical scales. In order to get the second, some extensions to the factorial analysis are suggested. Finally, and through intuitive example, we propose a Conjoint Analysis referred to a particular educational evaluation.Keywords: Scales, Likert scales, factorial analysis, conjoint analysis, Zipf’s law.
La Dimensión Pedagógica de la Evaluación por Competencias y la Promoción del Desarrollo Profesional en el Estudiante Universitario
Authors: Manzanares Asunción , Sánchez Santamaría José
Published: October 2023

La introducción del enfoque de competencias en la educación superior española, arropado por el principio de aprendizaje a lo largo de la vida, forma parte del proceso de convergencia europea de las políticas educativas orientadas a una sociedad del conocimiento en un contexto globalizado. La evaluación es una de las cuestiones que mayor preocupación está generando, debido a que denota la complejidad de la formación basada en competencias, unido a la necesidad de garantizar el desarrollo competencial del estudiante universitario. En este sentido, el artículo presenta una aproximación teórico-metodológica sobre la dimensión pedagógica de la evaluación por competencias basada en dos enfoques: superficial y profundo, de modo que nos sirva para avanzar en la comprensión didáctica, tanto dimensional y criterial, de las competencias universitarias. Posteriormente, se aporta una reflexión sobre las implicaciones de las estrategias de evaluación para la recogida de evidencias de desarrollo competencial de acuerdo a criterios de calidad.Palabras clave: Formación basada en competencias, educación superior, enfoques de evaluación, evaluación para el aprendizaje. The introduction of competency-based approach in Spanish Higher Education system, wrapped by the principle of lifelong learning, is part of the process of European convergence of educational policies geared towards a Knowledge Society in a global context. Assessment is one of the issues of greatest concern is generating, because it denotes the complexity of the competency-based training, combined with the need to ensure the competencies development of university student. In this sense, the article presents a theoretical and methodological view on the educational aspect of the competency assessment based on two approaches: superficial and deep, so help us to advance the understanding of teaching, both dimensional and criterial, competencies university. Subsequently, we provide a reflection on the implications of assessment strategies for collecting evidence of competence development according to criteria of quality.Keywords: Competency-based training, Higher Education, assessment approach, assessment for learning.
El Contexto Institucional, Clave en el Desarrollo de la Docencia
Authors: Rueda Mario
Published: October 2023

Se resalta la importancia que tienen los docentes en la formación de los estudiantes, quienes están inmersos dentro de contextos escolares específicos que involucran el conjunto de condiciones y acciones consideradas por las instituciones para desarrollar la función docente. Las políticas de evaluación docente son una de estas y si bien han sido diseñadas hace más de dos décadas, se sabe poco sobre cómo se realizan los procesos de evaluación docente y si efectivamente se están cumpliendo sus propósitos. Se presentan los resultados obtenidos en un diagnóstico de las prácticas de evaluación las universidades mexicanas y los rasgos más sobresalientes de un estudio de la Organización para la Cooperación y el Desarrollo Económico (OCDE) sobre la calidad de la enseñanza en la universidad. A partir del análisis de las dos anteriores investigaciones, y partiendo de los resultados comunes, es que se proponen puntos clave que ayuden en la orientación de futuras acciones de evaluación de la función y del desempeño docente, buscando sobre todo recuperar su principal función: el perfeccionamiento de la docencia.Palabras clave: Contexto institucional, evaluación de la docencia, evaluación del desempeño docente. The article highlights the importance of teachers in students’ development who are immersed in specific school contexts which involve a set of conditions and actions considered by the institutions to develop teaching practice. Teacher assessment policies are one of these and although they have been designed since more than two decades ago, little is known about how institutions perform teaching and assessment practices and if they are effectively serving their purposes. This study presents the results of a diagnostic of evaluation practices in Mexican universities and also the most salient features of a study by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) on quality teaching at universities. According to the analysis of previous investigations and to the common findings, key points are proposed to assist and guide future actions in assessment of teacher function and performance practices, looking back above their main function: improving teaching.Keywords: Institutional context, evaluation of teaching, teacher assessment.
Evaluación del Desempeño Docente
Authors: Tejedor Francisco J.
Published: October 2023

Tradicionalmente las tareas de profesionalización de los docentes se han venido acometiendo sin las debidas bases teóricas o experimentales que las fundamentasen adecuadamente, la evaluación de la docencia y del subsistema profesorado, por lo que la evaluación del docente es todavía un problema con importantes limitaciones. En este trabajo revisemos opiniones sobre el concepto de evaluación de desempeño enfocado en la en la profesión docente, y analizaremos diferentes estrategias para su evaluación.Palabras clave: Evaluación docente, estrategias de evaluación, evaluación por competencias. Traditionally teachers’ tasks for professionalization have been embarked without the proper theoretical or experimental foundations that substantiate the evaluation of teaching and teacher subsystem properly, so the teacher assessment is still a problem with significant limitations. This paper reviews the concept of teacher´s performance evaluation and discusses different strategies for evaluation.Keywords: Teacher evaluation, evaluation, evaluation competence strategies.
Hacia una Evaluación del Desempeño Docente no Universitario en España. Leciones aprendidas de la Evaluación de directores/as Escolares
Authors: Murillo Torrecilla F. Javier , Hernández Castilla Reyes
Published: October 2023

Frente a la ausencia de un sistema de evaluación del desempeño docente en España, en los últimos años todas las Comunidades Autónomas han desarrollado propuestas de evaluación de los directores/as escolares al final de su mandato. En este artículo se hace un repaso de las características de esa evaluación en las 17 Comunidades que permitan obtener algunas lecciones aprendidas que pueden ser útiles para el establecimiento de un sistema de evaluación de la función docente en España. Se analizan los objetivos y repercusiones de la evaluación de los directivos escolares, los elementos que la definen, los responsables de la evaluación, los instrumentos utilizados, y los criterios de evaluación. A partir del mismo se formulan ocho propuestas a tener en cuenta para una evaluación de la función docente que realmente contribuya a mejorar la calidad y la equidad de la educación.Palabras clave: Evaluación docente, evaluación de directores, España, legislación. Against the lack of a system of evaluation of teaching performance in Spain, in recent years all the autonomous communities have developed proposals for evaluation of the school directors at the end of thier mandate. This article is an overview of the features of this assessment in 17 communities to obtain some lessons that may be useful for the establishment of a system of evaluation of the teaching function in Spain. It Analyses the objectives and the impact of the assessment of school managers, the elements that are defined, responsible for the evaluation, the instruments used, and the evaluation criteria. From the same eight proposals are formulated to take into account an assessment of the educational function that really contributes to improving the quality and equity of education.Keywords: Teacher evaluation,director's assessment , Spain, legislation.
Relações entre Práticas Docentes de Futuros Professores do Ensino Primário e Material Escolar: Análise de uma Experiência de Utilização de Recursos de Tecnologias da Informação e da Comunicação (TIC)
Authors: Araújo-Oliveira Anderson , Lenoir Yves , Lisée Véronique
Published: October 2023

Este artigo apresenta uma análise de práticas docentes de futuros professores do ensino primário em relação à utilização de recursos de Tecnologias da informação e da comunicação (TIC) no âmbito de uma atividade de ensino-aprendizagem em contexto de formação prática (estágio). Ele relata os resultados de uma análise lexicométrica de entrevistas telefônicas realizadas com 17 estudantes do 3o e 4o anos do Bacharelado em educação pré-escolar e ensino primário de quatro universidades francófonas do Québec. Apesar do reconhecimento por parte dos futuros professores das contribuições das TIC no processo de desenvolvimento das aprendizagens dos alunos e das competências profissionais dos professores, os resultados sugerem uma utilização ainda marginal, envolvendo principalmente softwares de tratamento de texto e Internet, limitada a poucas disciplinas escolares.Palabras clave: Práticas docentes, recursos de TIC, futuros professores, ensino primário, material escolar. This article presents the analysis of the practices of preservice elementary school teachers regarding the use of Information and Communication Technologies resources during a teaching/learning activity in a practice teaching context. It reports on the results of a lexicometric analysis of the transcribed verbatims of telephone interviews of seventeen 3rd and 4th year student teachers in four Quebec francophone universities. Despite the fact that the preservice teachers recognize that ICT contribute to teaching as well as to the development of the student’s learning and of their professional teaching competencies, the results suggest only a marginal usage of the ICT resources mostly limited to word processing and the internet and only with small number of school subjects.Keywords: Teaching practices, ICT, resources, preservice teachers, elementary teaching, teaching materials.
Optimization of Performance in Cloud Data Streaming: Comprehensive Review
Authors: Hussein Suhad S. , Hussein Karim Q.
Published: October 2023

With the proliferation of cloud computing, the landscape of data processing has undergone a transformative shift. Cloud data streaming, a linchpin of real-time data processing, has emerged as a critical enabler for organizations seeking timely insights and informed decision-making. However, optimizing the performance of cloud data streaming systems poses intricate challenges that necessitate exploration. This comprehensive review article navigates the multifaceted terrain of enhancing performance in cloud data streaming. It encompasses foundational concepts, performance evaluation metrics, prevalent challenges, advanced optimization strategies, illustrative case studies, comparative analysis of platforms, anticipatory trends, and directions for further research.
Knowledge Of Families Toward Type 1 Diabetes Among Children In AL-Diwaniyah City, Iraq: Cross-Sectional Study –College of Medicine/ University Of AL-Qadisiyah
Authors: Obayes Hawraa Qasim , Al-khalidi Fatima
Published: October 2023

Background: Type 1 diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases in childhood, that is considered a challenge for parents especially when the child is not developmentally able to manage the disease independently. Since optimal glycemic control is required to prevent acute and long-term diabetes-related complications and enhance school performance, the importance of involving adults in the child diabetes management is essential. Aim of the study: The current study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, regarding children with T1DM among families living in Diwaniyah city. Subjects and Method: A cross sectional study conducted in Al Diwaniyah governate, Iraq on a sample of 400 caregivers of type 1 diabetes mellitus diagnosed children for a period of three months. Structured questionnaires were used for Knowledge. Chi -square test was applied to find the significant association between qualitative variables. Independent t test and one way ANOVA were applied to illustrate a significant difference between quantitative variable. In all Statistical analyses, a p value equal or below 5% was considered significant. Results: Majority of caregivers; 192 (48%), were in their forties and married. Mothers 239 (59.8%) were the main caregivers, more than half of the studied sample 237(59.3%) had university or institute educational attainment. The average score for knowledge was 9.39±2.9 scores ranging from 0-12 score. Poor knowledge was found among 64 (16%) of caregivers, while 42(10.5%) and 294(73.5%) scored moderate and good knowledge respectively. Education and urban residency were significantly associated with good knowledge. Lower HbA1C level was seen associated with good diabetes knowledge. Conclusion: Although good knowledge were reported. Such discrepancy requires an increase in public awareness about the T1DM. Using modern technology to disseminate the correct information to caregivers.
Factors Affecting the Environmental Awareness of Vietnamese Citizens
Authors: Dung Nguyen Mau , Ninh Nguyen Thi Hai
Published: October 2023

This study aims to investigate the environmental awareness of Vietnamese citizens and identify its affecting factors through the survey of a total of 825 households in the North and the South of Vietnam. Descriptive statistics, comparative analysis and linear regression were mainly used to analyze the survey data. The study results show that the respondents’ positive attitudes on environment protection and the high average score on environmental awareness proxy reflected the relatively high environmental awareness of Vietnamese citizens. Gender, education, household income and accessibility to the information on environmental issues were statistically found to be the significant contributing factors to the environmental awareness through both comparative analysis and linear regression model. More dissemination on environmental issues through various means will probably help improve the Vietnamese citizens’ environmental awareness in the future.
EFFECT OF KINESIO TAPING ON MYOFASCIAL PAIN SYNDROME POST NECK DISSECTION SURGERY
Authors: Mahmoud Moshira Medhat , Ashem Haidy Nady , Waked Intsar Salim Abd El Aziz , Ghani Salah Eldin Abd El , Nour Nancy Abo El
Published: October 2023

Significant as well as noticeable neck morbidity, such as pain, loss of sensation, and limited range of motion, was observed after cancer treatment. Two forms of neck pain, neuropathic as well as myofascial have been identified in a study of 25 patients with chronic neck pain after neck dissection. In addition, among 220 patients who had neck dissection, 33% experienced neck pain and 46% experienced myofascial pain. Objective: The study was conducted to examine the impact of Kinesio taping on myofascial pain syndrome after neck dissection surgery. Methods: Sixty male and female patients who had cervical myofascial pain syndrome (MFPS) after a neck dissection surgery participated in this study. They were between the ages of 30 and 45. Participants were recruited from Cairo University's National Cancer Institute and divided evenly between two groups. Thirty people were assigned to Group A (the Kinesiotaping group), where they were given conventional program as well as Kinesiotaping three times a week for a period of one month. Thirty patients were assigned to Group B (the control group), where they were given the conventional program of treatment (ROM exercises, stretching exercises, as well as Deep friction message) three times weekly for a month. A visual analogue scale (VAS) as well as pressure algometry were used to measure the level of pain. To measure the side bending as well as neck rotation neck on either side, a goniometer was utilized. All measurements were taken before and after the treatment was given. Results: Kinesio taping group showed greater significant enhancement in all outcome measures after treatment than the control group (p>0.001). The findings of the study revealed that PPT, VAS and in bending toward and away, rotation toward and away the side of the operation, values were significantly improved in the KT (98.8%, 45.94, 27.97, 26.12, 21.89 and 22.74% respectively). Conclusion: We found that the Kinesio taping group had better outcomes with no adverse effects after neck dissection, confirming the effectiveness of Kinesio taping for managing cervical myofascial pain.
EFFICACY OF ULTRASONIC TRANSDERMAL PLATELET RICH PLASMA ON CHRONIC LOWER LIMB VENOUS ULCER HEALING
Authors: Tawfik Ahmed Mamdouh , Madkour Mohamed Taha Yousef , Aboelnour Nancy , Baky Amal Mohamed Abd El
Published: October 2023

The present study was carried-out to examine the impact of Ultrasonic Transdermal Delivery of platelet rich plasma (PRP)on chronic lower limb venous ulcer healing. Design: Randomized controlled trial. Patients and methods: The present work was conducted on sixty patients with chronic lower limb venous ulcers who took-part in this study, they aged from 40 to 60 years. The participants were recruited from Mataria teaching hospital and were randomized into two groups; each group consisted of 30 patients. Group A (Ultrasonic PRP group) received Ultrasonic Transdermal Delivery of autologous PRP twice weekly for a month in addition to medical care and group B (Control group) received medical care in form of antimicrobial dressing, wound care and debridement of ulcers. Saline method was used to measure the ulcer volume. Digital photography/imaging and surface area estimation software (Image J) was used to measure ulcer surface area. Results: After treatment, there was significant decline in wound surface area as well as volume of PRP group in comparison with the control group (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Adding Ultrasonic transdermal delivery of platelets rich plasma to medical treatment of chronic venous ulcer can enhance healing process by reducing surface area and ulcer volume and it is considered a safe, simple, inexpensive and cost effective modality.
Determinants of Accounting -Based and Value- Based Performance Indicators: The Case of the Saudi Banks
Authors: Oraby Salah Ahmed
Published: October 2023

The study aimed to investigate determinants of both Accounting -Based and Value- Based Performance Indicators of  the  Saudi banks listed on the Saudi capital market during 2013-2022.The study used the  panel data  methodology for  least squared regression models and fixed effect regression model to test the  robustness of the results. The study used ROA, ROE, and EPS as proxies for accounting- based profit indicators, while the study used MVA, EVA, and Tobin’s Q as proxies for value -based performance indicators. The study used bank –specific, industry-specific and macroeconomic –specific determinants.  The results of the study were mixed and more sensitive to model choices. The least squared regression models worked better than fixed effect regression models in terms of explanatory power and capturing several determinants for value -based performance indicators.  However, fixed effect regression models worked better than least squared regression models as they captured the impact of risk measured by Z score as a proxy for forward-looking risk as banks with greater scores had better profits. In addition, the results showed that all independent variables were good determinants except for capital adequacy ratio and market share. In addition, there were common determinants for both types of indicators such as operating efficiency, financial leverage, and bank size. ROE was better than ROA in terms of explanatory power. In addition, the study revealed that   Weak correlations were found between accounting –based and value- based indicators, and therefore, they were complementary not alternatives.  The results of the study will be useful to many stakeholders such as bank management, shareholders, policy maker and external auditors.
A Study on The Influence of Perceived Product Innovation on The Purchase Intention of Rangbala Intangible Cultural Heritage Products (ICHP)
Authors: Duan Li , Khan Muhammad Shahid , Raju Valliappan
Published: October 2023

Purpose—Intangible Cultural Heritage Products (ICHP) refer to handicrafts designated as intangible cultural heritage. This paper investigates the influence of consumer perception of product innovation on the willingness to purchase Intangible Cultural Heritage Products and the mediating role of consumer perceived value in this influence. Design/Method/Approach—Based on an online questionnaire survey, 506 valid questionnaire responses were collected. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS and Smart PLS software to study the impact of perceived product innovation and perceived value on the willingness to purchase ICHP. Findings—The study’s results indicate that the two dimensions of perceived product innovation, namely perceived novelty and perceived innovative significance, significantly influence consumers' willingness to purchase ICHP. Additionally, the three dimensions of perceived value—functional value, emotional value, and social value—significantly affect consumers' willingness to purchase ICHP. Moreover, perceived value mediates between perceived product innovation and purchase intention. Practical Implications—Current research suggests that ICHP should be innovated upon the foundation of traditional craftsmanship. Furthermore, this paper emphasizes the importance of consumer perceived value in influencing the willingness to purchase ICHP. Originality/Value—This paper systematically explores the conditions and processes of consumer willingness to purchase ICHP, extending the research framework of consumer behavior towards ICHP. Additionally, this paper contributes to the targeted design, production, and marketing of ICHP, catering to the needs and preferences of cultural consumers and promoting the sustainable protection and inheritance of intangible cultural heritage.
Exploring The Impact of Platform Leadership on Innovative Behavior: A Sequential Explanatory Mixed Method
Authors: Li Ying , Khan Muhammad Shahid , Raju Valliappan
Published: October 2023

Platform leadership is a new leadership model characterized by "empowerment," "growth," and equal sharing. As the Chinese economy transitions to innovation-driven high-quality development, the innovative capabilities of employees directly impact the long-term development of companies. It is worth further exploring how Platform leadership influences employee innovation behavior and capability. This study adopts a mixed research method, starting with quantitative analysis followed by qualitative analysis.Drawing upon social exchange theory, social learning theory, and the ability-motivation-opportunity theory, this study introduces organizational learning, knowledge sharing, coworker support, and psychological empowerment as mediating variables, constructing a multiple mediation model of Platform leadership's influence on innovation behavior. Study One analyzes the questionnaires of 550 employees using a structural equation model and verifies the multiple mediating effects of the model using bootstrap. Study Two conducts semi-structured interviews with 24 employees, and through data mining analysis using tools like Python and the  open-source tool "Weiciyun," explores the underlying mechanisms between Platform leadership and innovation behavior. Finally, the conclusions from Study One and Study Two are compared. Platform leadership has a positive and significant influence on organizational learning, knowledge sharing, coworker support, and psychological empowerment. Organizational learning, knowledge sharing, and psychological empowerment have a positive and significant influence on innovation behavior. Platform leadership influences innovation behavior through organizational learning, knowledge sharing, and psychological empowerment, with organizational learning having the greatest mediating effect. The mediating effect of coworker support and the influencing mechanism between platform leadership and innovation behavior require further research and verification.
Feedback Culture Perceived by Trainees in an Academic Institution: A Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Phatak Uma Padhye , Encandela John , Green Michael , Slade Martin , Osborn Rachel , Weiss Pnina
Published: October 2023

OBJECTIVES

Lack of a well-functioning institutional feedback culture can undermine acquisition of skills essential for high quality patient care. The objective of this study was to assess feedback culture perceived by resident and fellow trainees, utilizing a mixed methods design.

METHODS

Pediatric fellows and residents completed an anonymous feedback environment survey consisting of 7 constructs: source credibility, feedback quality, feedback delivery, reinforcing feedback, constructive feedback, source availability, and promotion of feedback seeking, using a 7-point Likert scale. Trainee ratings were compared using two-sided Fisher’s exact tests. Multivariable analyses used a linear regression model. For the qualitative study, semistructured interviews of residents were conducted. The constant comparative method was used to incrementally code, categorize data, and derive themes.

RESULTS

Fifty-two residents and 21 fellows completed the survey (response rates 65% and 47%, respectively). Scores were more favorable for fellows compared with residents in 6 of 7 feedback constructs (P < .05), including on multivariate analysis. Hispanic ethnicity and female gender were associated with lower scores on source credibility (P = .04) and constructive feedback (P = .03), respectively. Two qualitative themes were identified: expectation of efficiency in patient care compromises the quality and quantity of feedback, and a culture that prioritizes courtesy over candor negatively impacts feedback quality. These themes were more pronounced when residents worked with pediatric subspecialists compared with hospitalists.

CONCLUSIONS

We described the feedback culture, which was less favorable in the residency program. The need for efficient patient care and a culture of courtesy adversely impacted the quality of feedback, especially among subspecialists.
Research Results of the Improved Coulter Group of the Planter
Authors: Dorokhov Aleksey S. , Ponomarev Andrey G. , Zernov Vitaliy N. , Petukhov Sergey N. , Aksenov Aleksandr G. , Sibirev Alexey V.
Published: October 2023

Introduction. The article substantiates the design schemes of coulters and, in general, coulter groups of potato planters based on the morphological features of the potato plant, its requirements for growing conditions and ensuring the high-quality performance of the planting process. The purpose of the coulter groups is to form a bed for placing seed tubers with a loose soil layer of 5–8 cm and to cover seed tubers with loose soil to a certain depth.
Aim of the Article. The study is aimed at developing technological scheme and substantiating constructive parameters of coulter groups of potato planters, which meet most requirements for the conditions of potato plant growing.
Materials and Methods. A comparative analysis of force estimation of furrow-opening working bodies is carried out and qualitative indicators of technological process of planting are determined. There is developed an experimental design of coulter groups of potato planters with the system for automatic maintenance of the depth of potato planting by correcting the angle of coulter attack if there are the field relief irregularities.
Results. Experimental studies optimized the parameters of a coulter suspension providing automatic maintenance of the depth of potato planting while detecting field micro-relief irregularities up to 20 cm deep within the initial requirements for potato planters.
Discussion and Conclusion. The coulters with an individual floating suspension and an acute angle of entry into the soil most fully meet the requirements for the growing conditions of a potato plant. Automatic maintenance of the specified coulter travel depth within the initial requirements (±2 cm) with field micro- relief irregularities up to 200 mm is provided by a coulter group with a suspension aspect ratio of 150:200:400:400 cm.
Project FLOWCAST
Authors: Schiller Arnulf , Trottet Manon , Renard Philippe , Li Myeong-Jong , Wolf Luzian , Schattauer Ingrid , Amabile Anna Sara , Kreuzer Gerhard , Schmittner Robert , Daneu Vojko , Ortiz Israel , Alonso Gonzalo Merediz
Published: October 2023

This report summarizes the background, progress, results, and changes to initial planning of the project Flowcast. An overview with essential information can be found within the first 20 pages. In order to enable concise reading, an introduction and background as well as methodology of the project is provided (chapters 1 to 3). Chapter 4 - General progress of the project – describes the temporal progress referred to calendar years 2019 to 2023. Chapter 5 - work plan, achievements and deviations – describes the realization of the planned work. Chapter 6 summarizes results and deviations. Chapter 7 and 8 give a conclusion and list of publication as well as further cited and relevant literature. For keeping the scope, detailed results are not given or discussed here, still part can be found in the appendix (separate pdf-file) and papers as listed in the references for further reading, part of publication is in state of preparation (eg. joint report of ESS groundwater cluster published by GeoSphere Austria).
PERANAN FORUM KOORDINASI PENCEGAHAN TERORISME (FKPT) DALAM MELAKUKAN PENCEGAHAN RADIKALISME (ANALISIS PERSPEKTIF TEORI STRUKTURAL FUNGSIONAL)
Authors: Alfred Alfred , Afrizal Afrizal , Jendrius Jendrius
Published: October 2023

Radicalism (Understanding) and terrorism (Action) are one unit which is a latent danger that is difficult to detect. This danger can be seen from the large number of victims falling from both government and civilian agencies. Someone who has been indoctrinated will find it difficult to get out of their wrong and anti-human understanding. However, people who have not yet been exposed to radical terror doctrines can still be straightened out through socialization, counseling and so on. This article aims to see how the West Sumatra Terrorism Prevention Coordination Forum - Forum Koordinasi Pencegahan Terorisme (FKPT) plays its role in preventing radicalism in West Sumatra. This paper uses a qualitative research approach, which the author then analyzes from the perspective of functional structural theory. The focus of FKPT activities is in the form of socialization. This outreach is aimed at people who are vulnerable to being exposed to the influence of radicalism. FKPT is different from the police or Densus 88 which specifically handles enforcement (legal) aspects, this FKPT specifically handles all matters related to prevention. So, researchers found that FKPT West Sumatra carried out its function in preventing radicalism in West Sumatra. This function and role can be seen from the activities carried out by FKPT West Sumatra in preventing radicalism.

Radikalisme (Pemahaman) dan terorisme (Tindakan) adalah satu kesatuan yang merupakan bahaya laten yang sulit untuk dideteksi. Bahaya tersebut dapat dilihat dari banyaknya korban jatuh baik itu dari instansi pemerintah maupun sipil. Seseorang yang sudah ter-indoktrinisasi akan sulit keluar dari pemahamannya yang keliru dan anti kemanusiaan. Namun, masyarakat yang masih belum terpapar doktrin radikal teror masih bisa diluruskan dengan sosialisasi, penyuluhan dan lainnya. Tulisan ini bertujuan untuk melihat cara Forum Koordinasi Pencegahan Terorisme (FKPT) Sumatera Barat memainkan peranannya dalam melakukan pencegahan radikalisme di Sumatera Barat. Tulisan ini menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kualitatif yang selanjutnya penulis analisis dari perspektif teori struktural fungsional. Fokus dari kegiatan FKPT ini berbentuk sosialisasi. Sosialisasi ini ditujukan kepada masyarakat yang rentan terpapar pengaruh Radikalisme. FKPT berbeda dengan polisi atau Densus 88 yang khusus menangani aspek penindakan(hukum), FKPT ini khusus menangani segala hal terkait dengan pencegahan. Maka, peneliti mendapati FKPT Sumatera Barat menjalankan fungsinya dalam melakukan pencegahan radikalisme di Sumatera Barat. Fungsi dan peranan ini terlihat dari kegiatan yang dilakukan FKPT Sumatera Barat dalam melakukan pencegahan radikalisme.
Teaching oral skills in Higher Education (HE) language learning
Authors: Tenca Emanuela , Hartle Sharon , Piccinin Sabrina
Published: October 2023

The aim of this study was to test two UDL-informed models to inclusive, accessible language teaching in a Business English course at a B1+ level. We adopted a task-based learning (TBL) approach in the experimental group and a presentation, practice, production (PPP) approach in the control group. Our hypothesis was that the former approach would lead to a more significant performance gain in oral skills than the latter. The hypothesis was tested by conducting oral pre- and post-tests prior to and following instruction, the scores of which were analysed quantitatively. These results were triangulated by a qualitative analysis of the answers learners gave to open questions on exit tickets throughout the course. The quantitative findings showed significant performance gain in both groups after the treatment, but the difference between the two was not marked. However, the qualitative analysis revealed variation in the participants’ perceptions of their learning process, which may have been influenced by the approach applied. A future teaching model may, therefore, include both PPP and TBL elements, complemented by formative assessment strategies.
Inclusive and accessible teaching of Russian L2 to absolute beginners
Authors: Pomarolli Giorgia , Artoni Daniele , Boschiero Manuel , Piccinin Sabrina
Published: October 2023

The current study aims at investigating to what extent different models are suitable for teaching L2 Russian to absolute beginners in an inclusive and accessible environment. Our research involved an Experimental Group, which received Task-based Learning (TBL) instruction, and a Control Group, which experienced a more traditional presentation-practice-production (PPP) approach; both groups included learners with special educational needs (SEN), among whom some were visually impaired. As most literature advocates for TBLT over traditional teaching, we hypothesised that the Experimental Group would have acquired a better command of the taught structures. We tested our hypothesis by conducting a post-test on speaking and writing abilities, as well as listening comprehension, and reading comprehension skills. Quantitative analysis on the results of the post-test reveals how both approaches were effective. Furthermore, the group that received TBLT had statistically significant better scores than the PPP-group with regard to writing skills.