bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Establishment of an Efficient and Rapid Regeneration System for a Rare Shrubby Desert Legume Eremosparton songoricum
Authors: Qiao Siqi , Jin Pei , Liu Xiaojie , Liang Yuqing , Yang Ruirui , Bai Wenwan , Zhang Daoyuan , Li Xiaoshuang
Published: October 2023

Eremosparton songoricum (Litv.) Vass. is a rare and extremely drought-tolerant legume shrub that is distributed in Central Asia. E. songoricum naturally grows on bare sand and can tolerate multiple extreme environmental conditions. It is a valuable and important plant resource for desertification prevention and environmental protection, as well as a good material for the exploration of stress tolerance mechanisms and excellent tolerant gene mining. However, the regeneration system for E. songoricum has not yet been established, which markedly limits the conservation and utilization of this endangered and valuable desert legume. Assimilated branches derived from seedlings were cultured on several MS mediums supplemented with various concentrations of TDZ or 6-BA in different combinations with NAA. The results showed that the most efficient multiplication medium was MS medium supplemented with 0.4 mg/L 6-BA and 0.1 mg/L NAA. The most efficient rooting medium was WPM + 25 g/L sucrose. The highest survival rate (77.8%) of transplantation was achieved when the ratio of sand to vermiculite was 1:1. In addition, the optimal callus induction medium was MS + 30 g/L sucrose + 2 mg/L TDZ + 0.5 mg/L NAA in darkness. The E. songoricum callus treated with 100 mM NaCl and 300 mM mannitol on MS medium could be used in proper salt and drought stress treatments in subsequent gene function tests. A rapid and efficient regeneration system for E. songoricum that allowed regeneration within 3 months was developed. The protocol will contribute to the conservation and utilization of this rare and endangered desert stress-tolerant species and also provide a fundamental basis for gene functional analysis in E. songoricum.
Development and Genome-Wide Analysis of a Blast-Resistant japonica Rice Variety
Authors: Escolà Glòria , González-Miguel Víctor M. , Campo Sonia , Catala-Forner Mar , Domingo Concha , Marqués Luis , San Segundo Blanca
Published: October 2023

Rice is one of the most important crops in the world, and its production is severely affected by the rice blast disease caused by the fungus Magnaporthe oryzae. Several major blast resistance genes and QTLs associated with blast resistance have been described and mostly identified in indica rice varieties. In this work, we report the obtention of a blast-resistant rice breeding line derived from crosses between the resistant indica variety CT13432 and the japonica elite cultivar JSendra (highly susceptible to blast). The breeding line, named COPSEMAR9, was found to exhibit resistance to leaf blast and panicle blast, as demonstrated by disease assays under controlled and field conditions. Furthermore, a high-quality genome sequence of the blast-resistant breeding line was obtained using a strategy that combines short-read sequencing (Illumina sequencing) and long-read sequencing (Pacbio sequencing). The use of a whole-genome approach allowed the fine mapping of DNA regions of indica and japonica origin present in the COPSEMAR9 genome and the identification of parental gene regions potentially contributing to blast resistance in the breeding line. Rice blast resistance genes (including Pi33 derived from the resistant parent) and defense-related genes in the genome of COPSEMAR9 were identified. Whole-genome analyses also revealed the presence of microRNAs (miRNAs) with a known function in the rice response to M. oryzae infection in COPSEMAR9, which might also contribute to its phenotype of blast resistance. From this study, the genomic information and analysis methods provide valuable knowledge that will be useful in breeding programs for blast resistance in japonica rice cultivars.
Investigation of the Effect of Side Arm Orientation of the T-Junction on Gas–Liquid Stratified Flow
Authors: Zhang Ming , Cui Yuehong , An Weizheng , Wang Haiyan , Wang Lisong , Liu Shuo
Published: October 2023

T-junctions are important structures used in a number of industries to separate gas and liquid. This work studied the effect of the orientation of the side arm on the separation efficiency using a computational fluid dynamics (CFD) approach, and a new mechanical model is developed based on force analysis to predict the liquid carryout threshold. Laboratory experiments from published works are used to verify the CFD simulation and the new model. In this work, the angle of the side arm to the horizontal plane, α, and the angle of the side arm to the main arm’s axial direction, β, are investigated. The results show that with increasing β, the liquid carryover threshold increases accordingly, demonstrating that the liquid can be more easily carried to the side arm, while the liquid-carrying performance in the side arm is not sensitive to the inclination angle, β. Hence, in the new model, the inclination angle of is ignored. Experimental data are collected to validate the new model. The results show that this model can accurately predict the liquid carryover threshold, and the relative error is 4.16%.
Progress of Electrical Resistance Tomography Application in Oil and Gas Reservoirs for Development Dynamic Monitoring
Authors: Shi Wenyang , Yin Guangzhi , Wang Mi , Tao Lei , Wu Mengjun , Yang Zhihao , Bai Jiajia , Xu Zhengxiao , Zhu Qingjie
Published: October 2023

Petroleum engineers need real-time understanding of the dynamic information of reservoirs and production in the development process, which is essential for the fine description of oil and gas reservoirs. Due to the non-invasive feature of electromagnetic waves, more and more oil and gas reservoirs have received attention to capture the development dynamics with electrical resistance tomography (ERT). By measuring the distribution of resistivity on the surface, the ERT can offer information on the subsurface media. The theory and foundation of the ERT technology are presented in this study in the context of monitoring oil and gas reservoir growth dynamics. The characteristics of ERT technology are analyzed, and the progress of ERT application in the development of monitoring dynamics in terms of residual oil distribution, detection of water-driven leading edge, and monitoring of fractures during hydraulic fracturing is reviewed, as well as the progress of ERT technology optimization, including forward and inverse algorithms. This review aims to promote further application of ERT in the field of reservoir dynamics monitoring because of its important engineering significance as well as its academic value in terms of improving production efficiency and reducing risk.
Detection of Fatigue Cracks for Concrete Structures by Using Carbon Ink-Based Conductive Skin and Electrical Resistance Tomography
Authors: Cai Chenning , Chen Shaolin , Liu Lina
Published: October 2023

Concrete is among the most widely used structural materials in buildings and bridges all over the world. During their service life, concrete structures may inevitably display cracks due to long-term fatigue loads, leading to the degradation of structural integrity. Thus, it is very important to detect cracks and their growth in concrete structures using an automated structural health monitoring system. In this paper, experimental research on crack detection and imaging of concrete structures by using sensing skin and electrical resistance tomography (ERT) is presented. Carbon ink is screen-printed on the surface of concrete as a conductive material to form sensing skins. With these sensing skins, when cracks occur on or near the surface, it breaks the continuity of the sensing skins and significantly reduces conductivity in cracking areas. Then, after exciting small currents in sensing skins and measuring related voltage data, an inverse analysis based on total variation (TV) regularization is adopted to reconstruct tomographic images showing conductivity changes in sensing skins, to detect the occurrence and growth of cracks. The effectiveness of conductive sensing skins and our related crack detection method is validated in experimental studies on a concrete beam subjected to fatigue tests.
Programa “Leo y Aprendo” en la comprensión lectora en estudiantes de una institución educativa pública
Authors: Ramón Guerra Roberto Walter , Córdova García Ulises , Gómez Rutti Yuliana Yessy
Published: October 2023

El conocimiento humano se plasma en textos desde la invención de la escritura; por tanto, comprender lo que se lee es crucial para el aprendizaje y desarrollo. Tras evidenciar, en una institución educativa pública, que la comprensión lectora en sus estudiantes no estaba bien desarrollada, el estudio aplicó el programa “Leo y Aprendo” para mejorarla. La investigación fue tipo aplicada, de nivel descriptivo – explicativo, con diseño experimental. La intervención se aplicó al grupo experimental de 30 alumnas, mientras que el grupo sin intervención (control), también de 30, no se aplicó la intervención. El pretest mostró que la comprensión lectora, del grupo con y sin intervención presentaron un nivel “Inicial”. Empero, en el postest, el grupo intervenido mejoró a “Satisfactorio”, mientras que el grupo sin intervención quedó en el nivel “Inicial”. La prueba U de Mann-Whitney señaló que el programa influyó significativamente (sig.=0.05) en la mejora de la comprensión lectora.
O conhecimento e utilização da CIF pelos fisioterapeutas neurofuncionais
Authors: Son de Deus Vanessa , Poletto Simone Rosa
Published: October 2023

Introdução. A Classificação Internacional de Funcionalidade, Incapacidade e Saúde (CIF) é um modelo multidirecional de classificação, onde as condições funcionais de um indivíduo não dependem somente da patologia, mas também do ambiente físico e social em que está inserido, atuando como barreiras ou facilitadores para o desempenho das funções e atividades de vida diárias. É de suma importância que os fisioterapeutas façam uso dessa classificação para a identificação de alterações funcionais e prevenção de incapacidades. Objetivo. Relatar o conhecimento e uso na prática clínica diária da CIF pelos fisioterapeutas neurofuncionais. Método. Estudo qualitativo descritivo, nos meses de maio e junho de 2021 com os Especialistas em Fisioterapia Neurofuncional pelo COFFITO/ABRAFIN. Os participantes tiveram a sua disposição o questionário para ser respondido livremente, através da plataforma do Google Formulários. Resultados. Observou-se que 97,4% dos participantes conhecem a CIF sendo que 44,4% a viram através de cursos fora da graduação, 49% fazem uso em seus atendimentos, mas 23,2% reportam a não utilização devido ao seu tamanho extenso. A alternativa que poderia fazer com que começassem a utilizá-la seria através de cursos de aperfeiçoamento (62,9%). Conclusão. Grande parte dos fisioterapeutas neurofuncionais da amostra conhecem a CIF e a maioria faz uso da sua abordagem biopsicossocial na prática clínica diária.
DİZ OSTEOARTRİTİ NEDENİYLE KRONİK AĞRI YAŞAYAN BİREYLERİN YAŞAM DOYUMU VE UMUT DÜZEYLERİ
Authors: YÜCELER KAÇMAZ Hatice , KÜÇÜK ÖZTÜRK Gülhan , ÖZTÜRK Ramazan İlter
Published: October 2023

Bu araştırma diz osteoartriti nedeniyle kronik ağrı yaşayan bireylerin umut ve yaşam doyumu düzeylerinin belirlenmesi amacıyla yapılmıştır. Ocak-Haziran 2022 tarihleri arasında yapılan bu çalışma bir ilin devlet hastanesinde 239 diz osteoartritli bireyle yürütülmüştür. Veriler, tanıtıcı bilgi formu, Vizüel Analog Skala, Sürekli Umut Ölçeği ve Yaşam Doyumu Ölçeği kullanılarak toplanmıştır. Bireylerin yaş ortalamasının 56.10±9.09 olduğu, %62.3'ünün kadın, %81.6’sının bekar, %84.9’unun ek bir kronik hastalığının olduğu ve Kellgren- Lawrence sınıflamasına göre %43.5’inin 4. evrede olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Bireylerin yaşadığı ağrı ortalaması 6.53±1.61 iken %59.0’u şiddetli ağrı hissettiklerini ifade etmişlerdir. Bireylerin yaşam doyumu puan ortalaması 8.96±3.37 ve sürekli umut ölçeği puan ortalaması 21.52±13.12 idi. Yaş ve ağrı (r=0.205, p
KADINLARIN DOĞUMDA MERYEM ANA ELİ OTU KULLANIM DENEYİMLERİ: NİTEL BİR ARAŞTIRMA
Authors: AKER Menekşe Nazlı , YILMAZ SEZER Neslihan , AY Emel
Published: October 2023

Bu araştırma, doğumlarında Meryem Ana Eli Otu kullanan kadınların deneyimlerini ortaya koymayı amaçlamıştır. Bu araştırmada niteliksel araştırma yöntemlerinden durum deseni kullanılmıştır. Araştırma, doğumda Meryem Ana Eli Otu kullanan 22 kadın ile yürütülmüştür. Verilerin analizinde, tematik analiz yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın bulguları dört tema altında toplanmıştır; kullanım süreci, algılanan yarar, algılanan potansiyel zarar ve tavsiyeler. Kadınlar bitkiyi suyun içinde bekletilerek ve açılmasına odaklanarak kullanmıştır. Doğumunda bitkiyi kullanan kadınlar, psikolojik ve manevi rahatlık deneyimlemişler, doğumlarının kolay ve hızlı olduğunu bildirmişlerdir. Katılımcılardan hiçbiri zararlı etki deneyimlememiştir. Katılımcılar, bitkinin doğum başladıktan sonra geniş bir kapta su içinde bekletilmesini ve suyundan içmekten kaçınılmasını tavsiye ettiklerini ortaya koymaktadır. Kadınlar çoğunlukla Meryem Ana Eli Otu’nu suyun içinde bekleterek ve açılmasına odaklanarak kullanılmıştır, bu kullanımdan psikolojik ve manevi rahatlık sağlamışları, doğumlarının kolay ve hızlı olduğunu düşünmüşlerdir. Doğumunda Meryem Ana Eli Otu kullanan kadınlar, bitkinin kullanımından fayda sağlamış, hiçbir zarar deneyimlememiştir. Ebe ve hemşireler; Meryem Ana Eli Otu’nu doğumlarında kullanmak isteyen kadınlara bitkinin güvenli kullanımı konusunda bilgilendirme ve danışmanlık vermelidir.
Dimensionamento de uma barragem de terra
Authors: Pessoa Eliomar Gotardi , Feitosa Luana Machado , Pereira Adonias Gomes , E Padua Vitor Pereira
Published: October 2023

Barragens são estruturas destinadas à retenção e à acumulação de água, e a arte de projetar uma barragem está ligada à arte de controlar o fluxo da água pelo conjunto barragem-fundação (Cruz, 2004). Estudos mostram que o processo de erosão interna é uma das principais causas de ruptura em barragens em todo o mundo. Segundo publicação do U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation (2007), o total de falhas em barragens relacionado à erosão interna é de 49,60%. Um dos métodos utilizados para controle do fluxo é a introdução de dispositivos internos de drenagem na barragem e na fundação que, se bem dimensionados, cumprem à proposta de controle do fluxo no interior do maciço. Nos projetos de sistema de drenagem deve-se destacar as premissas e procedimentos adotados para o seu dimensionamento, pois este sistema está intimamente ligado à segurança da estrutura. Os filtros devem ser dimensionados para atender aos critérios básicos de retenção e permeabilidade, que a princípio parecem ser critérios antagônicos. No entanto, estas condições supõem que as dimensões dos vazios no material do filtro devem ser suficientemente pequenas para reter as partículas maiores do material protegido e, ao mesmo tempo, o material deve ter permeabilidade suficiente para impedir a indução de forças elevadas de percolação e pressões hidrostáticas aplicadas aos filtros.
Guía de práctica clínica para toma de muestra urinaria en México
Authors: Treviño Mora Samuel , Aguirre Chavarría Daniel , García Martínez Silvia Angélica , Martínez Barreda Carlos Enrique , Galindo Fraga Arturo
Published: October 2023

A multidisciplinary group of experts developed Guía de práctica clínica para toma de muestra urinaria en México(Clinical practice guidelines for urine sampling in Mexico) in order to promote the preanalitic urianalysis qualitysample and standardize criteria on sampling, transport and preservation. Such guide includes recommendationsto request, identification and preparation of the patient, urine specimen collection in women, men, children(with or without sphincter control), as well as for suprapubic aspiration, handling and sample transportation.
Burden of Heart Failure Disease: The Mexican Health System Perspective. The Costs and Impact on Quality of Life of an Average Patient
Authors: Buritica María P. , Castillo Victoria , Carmona Melissa , Collado Juan G. , Ordaz Julio A. , Gay Juan G.
Published: October 2023

Background. Heart failure (HF) is a non-communicable cardiovascular disease defined as a clinical syndrome that affects the heart´s ability to meet the body’s metabolic demands. It is estimated that there are more than 64 million people living with HF worldwide. The annual prevalence rate in the Mexican population is 2.1 % in men and 1.9 % in women, showing an incremental relationship with the age group. It was estimated that in Mexico, in 2017, the years lived with disability (YLD) by HF were 107.62 per 100,000 inhabitants, which stood for 1.13 % of the YLD nationwide. Objective. To calculate the economic burden and impact of HF on quality of life of the Mexican population. Material and Methods. After reviewing the literature, an economic analysis was carried out, and a Markov chain model was created to simulate the natural progression of the disease with a time horizon for an average patient during 5 and 16 years. Results. The total direct costs for an average patient over 16 years are MXN 609, 112, with the highest percentage of expenses corresponding to hospitalization costs. Our findings are consistent with what was reported by a cost analysis by HF in 197 countries, where it was found that direct costs represent about 60 % and indirect costs 40 %. Conclusions. HF is a disease derived from other cardiovascular conditions, so the burden is high, having costs for various economic agents with an impact on both the budget of health care institutions and the family economy.
Lúpulo y valeriana en el manejo del insomnio. Opinión de expertos; recomendaciones para su uso en el primer nivel de atención médica
Authors: Peña de León Edilberto , Barroso Villafuerte Francisco , Bedoya Torres Rafael , Célis González Cuauhtémoc , Jiménez Monroy Elizabeth , Zavala Cruz Gad Gamel
Published: October 2023

Introduction. Insomnia is a complaint of dissatisfaction with the quantity and/or quality of sleep. It may consist of difficulty initiating and/or maintaining sleep and waking up early in the morning, which leads to a significant deterioration in daily functioning. The breaking point between acute and chronic insomnia is three months duration. Occasionally there is an identifiable trigger. Insomnia is a frequent and commonly overlooked disorder in the primary care setting. It produces frequent complications such as anxiety, depression, decreased quality of life, diminished cognitive abilities and memory, accidents, lower productivity at work, increased risk of alcoholism, as well as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, dyslipidemia and type II diabetes mellitus. Valeriana officinalis (valerian extract) has been used as a treatment for anxiety and insomnia since the Middle Ages. It is currently approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and the EMA (European Medicines Agency) as a treatment for mild anxiety and insomnia. Likewise, Humulus lupulus (hops extract) has been traditionally used since ancient times for treating insomnia as part of the European herbal pharmacopoeia. Material and Methods. An interdisciplinary group of experts held several meetings to generate search terms, develop a literature search protocol to examine and weigh the evidence and create consensus recommendations for the use of a fixed and standardized dose of 250 mg of valerian extract and 60 mg of hops extract in the management of insomnia in primary care. Results. The evidence supports the effectiveness and safety of a fixed and standardized dose of 250 mg of valerian extract and 60 mg of hops extract in the management of mild to moderate insomnia. In order to support the diagnosis and treatment of insomnia, recommendations were generated for using these phytopharmaceuticals in the first level of medical care. Conclusions. The fixed combination of valerian and hops extracts helps manage insomnia in the practice of family and general medicine, as well as in obstetrics and gynecology at the recommended doses and duration. It is crucial to make a timely and correct diagnosis and refer patients with severe insomnia or associated pathology to a specialist.
Análisis bibliométrico de la competitividad en el sector manufacturero del Ecuador
Authors: Pérez Sisa Fernando Gustavo
Published: October 2023

La competitividad consiste en la capacidad que una organización posee para adaptarse y diferenciarse en un mercado determinado sin importar si es nacional o internacional. Mediante un plan estratégico, las empresas sientan bases para su desarrollo y expansión al interrelacionar los productos sustitutos, nuevos competidores y rivalidad en el mercado. En el presente estudio se implementó un estudio bibliométrico y se determinó el número de publicaciones efectuadas en Scopus, la relación entre estas, citaciones, autores, entre otro tipo de información de gran relevancia dentro de la investigación. Se estableció como objetivo analizar cómo la competitividad en las organizaciones aporta a la industria ecuatoriana, dando como resultados que las obras publicadas en un  69,10% corresponde a los artículos científicos, el 23,00% ponencias o documentos de sección, el 2,90% pertenece a conferencias y capítulos de libros, mientras el 0,7% corresponde a libros, esto representa una frontera de posibilidades para el futuro de las publicaciones científicas, debido a que el potencial de la temática de estudio va ganando auge en relación del tiempo y tipo de publicaciones. No existe un relacionamiento entre trabajos científicos con temática de competitividad en el Ecuador, esto se visualiza en la inexistencia de citaciones entre artículos publicados y la frecuencia de este tipo de publicaciones.
Diagnosis of the power quality in the welding warehouse of the company CIAUTO Cia. Ltda.
Authors: Pérez López Jaime Efraín , Vásquez Teneda Franklin Hernán , Quinatoa Caiza Carlos Iván
Published: October 2023

In this article a diagnosis of the power quality in the welding hall of the company CIAUTO Cía. Ltda. is carried out, following the Ecuadorian regulation No. ARCERNNR - 002/20. The electrical parameters are recorded with the FLUKE 435-II and analyzed according to the quality of the product and the consumer. The results reveal that the power factor is below 0.92, indicating inefficient use of electrical energy. In the evaluation of the quality of the product, it is observed that the voltage remains within the established limits, although it decreases considerably during working hours, on the other hand, the Flicker does not meet the standard, also the individual harmonic distortion specifically in the fifth harmonic 20% of variables recorded exceed 5%, unlike the total harmonic voltage distortion (THD) that meets the regulation. Likewise, an analysis of the quality in relation to the consumer is performed, revealing alarming levels of current consumption that exceed the nominal levels of the 800 kVA transformer at 325 A, also 90% of individual current harmonics greatly exceed the limits and the total demand distortion (TDD) has records of harmonics up to 80.04%. Finally, it is determined that the power quality in the welding hall of CIAUTO Cía. Ltda. presents deficiencies in power factor, Flicker and harmonic distortion. These results highlight the need to take measures to improve energy efficiency and ensure power quality for both the product and the consumer.
Penyuluhan kesehatan tentang penyakit tbc di gampong dayah baroh kecamatan delima kabupaten pidie
Authors: Idawati  , Yuliana
Published: October 2023

Tuberkulosis (TB) merupakan penyakit infeksi penyebab kematian terbesar kedua di dunia setelah Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)/Acquired Immunodefiency Syndrome (AIDS). Jumlah penderita TB di Indonesia adalah sekitar 5,8 % dari total jumlah penderita TB dunia. Di Indonesia, diperkirakan setiap tahun terdapat 528.000 kasus TB baru dengan kematian sekitar 91.000 orang. Tujuan kegiatan edukasi pencegahan penyakit TBC ini diharapkan nantinya angka kejadian TBC di Gampong Dayah Baroh Kecamatan Delima Kabupaten Pidie mengalami penurunan. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilakukan dengan melakukan penyuluhan kepada masyarakat agar mereka dapat melakukan tindakan pencegahan secara mandiri terkait penyakit TBC. Metode pengabdian kepada masyarakat dimulai dengan melakukan identifikasi masalah penyakit TBC yang terjadi di tengah-tengah masyarakat serta melakukan penyuluhan mengenai pencegahan penyakit TBC. Dari hasil pelaksanaan kegiatan PKM yang telah dilaksanakan pada hari sabtu tanggal 14 November 2020 jam 09.00 WIB yang bertempat di Gampong Dayah Baroh Kecamatan Delima Kabupaten Pidie dapat ditarik kesimpulan bahwa bahwa acara berjalan sesuai dengan rencana dan berlangsung lancar. Peserta yang terdiri dari Kader dan sebagian besar warga masyarakat terlihat sangat antusias mengikuti kegiatan ini
The Effectiveness of ICT-Related Training in Increasing the Competence of Vocational School Teachers
Authors: Trinova Zulvia , Wahab Abdul , Susilo Catur Budi , Cakranegara Pandu Adi , Ichsan Ichsan
Published: October 2023

Vocational schools are specifically designed to produce graduates ready for the job market and industry. In vocational schools, teachers have an important position. Therefore competency development is a must related to ICT. This study describes the effectiveness of ICT competency development training and its correlation to vocational teachers' competence. The research method is carried out by reviewing relevant previous studies and then drawing a result and conclusion. There are two main results of this research. First, ICT-related training has a positive influence on the competence of teachers as participants. Second, the positive impact of training is only felt on a small scale, so that teacher competence on a large scale (Indonesia) still needs to be improved.
Strategic Management of the Department of Education and Culture in Improving the Quality of Education in Banda Aceh City
Authors: Pohan Nimmi Fauziah , Murniati Murniati , Bahrun Bahrun
Published: October 2023

The function of management is crucial in enhancing the quality of education. The objective of this research is to ascertain: (1) a strategic initiative for enhancing the standard of education; (2) the strategic execution of measures aimed at improving the quality of education; (3) the strategic assessment of efforts made to enhance the quality of education; and (4) the factors that exert influence on the improvement of educational quality. The study employs qualitative methodologies. The data collection methods employed in this study encompassed interviews, observations, and documentation analysis. The research participants included the head of the Banda Aceh city education and culture office, the principal, and the school supervisor. The methodology employed for data analysis is descriptive qualitative analysis, accompanied by a series of data processing procedures, including data reduction, data display, and the formulation of conclusions, followed by data verification. The results showed that: (1) the strategic program in improving the quality of education was adjusted to the vision and mission of the city of Banda Aceh and carried out a SWOT analysis first as a policy in the future; (2) The implementation of the strategic program begins with the placement of certain structural and functional officials according to Anjab from functional teachers, former principals and school supervisors, maximizing the role of all stakeholders to be responsible for the tasks and functions that have been carried out, carrying out the guidance of school principals, teacher training, and education staff development; (3) Strategic evaluation in improving the quality of education is carried out through regular meetings with school principals, school supervisors every Tuesday, evaluation is carried out by asking for accountability reports for each activity; and (4) supporting factors, namely the strategic location of the education and culture office which is in the center of the capital city of Aceh province, the close distance from each school to the Banda Aceh City Education and Culture Office. The findings indicated that the presence of supplementary media resources and the willingness of educators and school administrators to participate in professional development activities were significant factors.
Identification of Science Process Skills Making Tables and Graphs for High School Students on Biology Materials
Authors: Akbar Budhi , Delvira Alfi , Maesaroh Maesaroh
Published: October 2023

Science process skills are a crucial instrument for learners to acquire competence through engaging in various learning activities. One facet of science process skills involves the utilisation of communication abilities, which may be effectively demonstrated through the creation of tables and graphs. Scientific communication encompasses both vocal and written forms of expression. Tables and graphs are commonly employed as effective instruments for delivering scientific knowledge or research findings communicatively. The objective of this study is to assess the proficiency of students in employing science process skills, specifically in the creation of tables and graphs, as well as to examine the potential correlation between these two skills. The employed research methodology is the descriptive correlational approach. Class XI science students from senior high school in Bogor Regency in the 2021/2022 school year were included in this study. There were a total of 240 students across 7 classes. Class XI Science 1 and XI Science 5 were used as samples in this research, with a total of 72 students. Cluster random sampling was used for the study's data collection. The study's findings indicate that students' Science Process Skills, specifically their ability to create tables and graphs, fall within the sufficient group. 2) The correlation between science process abilities and proficiency in creating tables and graphs falls within the poor category. 3) The proportion of the ability to create tables that accounts for the capacity to create graphs is 11%.
Teachers’ Perception of the Use of Video Conferencing Applications in Online Learning
Authors: Mangkey Dewi Setyaningsih , Muziatun Muziatun , Juhana Juhana
Published: October 2023

The objectives of this study were to analyze how the teachers’ perception of the use of video conferencing applications in online learning, to identify the challenges that the teachers had when implementing online learning utilizing video conferencing applications, and to find out the solutions to solve the obstacles faced by the teachers. The data of this study were collected through interviews and observation of six English teachers who teach students at elementary, junior high, and senior high levels in an informal English School in Gorontalo. The methodology employed in participant selection was the utilisation of purposive sampling. The data underwent analysis through the utilisation of a descriptive qualitative approach. The process consisted of three stages: data reduction, data display, and verification. The findings of this study indicate that all of the educators exhibited a favourable impression of their motivation in using video conferencing applications for teaching purposes, their competence in operating video conferencing applications, and their recognition of the benefits provided by such programmes. However, only a subset of the teachers had a strong understanding of the dynamics of their interactions with students and their students' levels of motivation. In addition to the aforementioned factors, educators faced various obstacles when utilising video conferencing platforms for online instruction. These challenges encompassed suboptimal internet connectivity, an unsupportive academic atmosphere for students, inadequate access to educational resources, limited opportunities for teacher-student engagement, and diminished student motivation. Ultimately, the educators proffered several strategies to circumvent the obstacles that had emerged, specifically by ensuring a reliable internet connection for the faculty, furnishing educational games, and upholding effective communication with the parents.
Development of Microteaching Guide Book Based on Hybrid Learning to Improve Teaching Skills of Prospective Teachers
Authors: Taruli Dame , Anakampun Risden , Samosir Taripar , Nababan Andrianus , Widiastuti Maria
Published: October 2023

The lack of microteaching guidebooks makes prospective teacher students confused when preparing microteaching lessons. This development research aimed to produce a Micro Teaching Teaching Material Book Based on Hybrid Learning to improve the Teaching Ability of Christian Religious Education Prospective Teachers at Tarutung IAKN Christian Religious Education Study Program. The type of research and development research method used was a quantitative method. This study adapts and combines the CDP (Courseware Development Process) instructional development model, with development research procedures, according to Borg and Gall. The six stages of developing the CDP instructional model include: l) analysis, 2) design, 3) development, 4) formative evaluation, 5) implementation, and 6) summative evaluation. Operational testing of the product was a manual, electronic manual and electronic micro teaching-based teaching book for hybrid learning. The results of the validation in the form of expert assessments of material, media, and language expert lecturers and products in the feasibility test of micro-teaching guidebooks based on hybrid learning to students in field trials were 90.78%. So it can be concluded that the feasibility of micro-teaching guidebooks based on hybrid learning for students and lecturers in field trials is included in the very feasible and valid category to be used as teaching materials.
Analysis of Character Education As an Effort to Realize the Profile of Pancasila Students in the 5.0 Era
Authors: Aqiila Ibrila Hind , Tirtoni Feri
Published: October 2023

The study was conducted to analyze the character education of fourth-grade students in a public elementary school in Keboharan, Sidoarjo. In the 5.0 era, emphasizing an easy, fast, and digital media-centred lifestyle. The issues raised in this research are: how to instill discipline in students, how teachers introduce students to digital media, and how to regulate their use. The sample was taken using Purposive Sampling, where the researcher selected samples based on specific criteria among the respondents. In this research, the class teacher was the sample. The research method used was qualitative. The results divided character education into four indicators: time management, obedience to rules, discipline in completing tasks, and discipline in speaking. This was done in the elementary school by providing moral messages during lessons, leadership training for each student, and appreciation for what the students have achieved. In the 5.0 era, teachers teach and introduce students to digital media while also setting limits. The results also prove that character education is essential in the development and life of students, as well as discipline in using digital media among students.
Analysis of Students’ Self-Regulated Learning on Prospective Elementary School Teachers’ Gender Differences
Authors: Ardiansyah Roy , Yusuf Munawir , Subagya Subagya , Widianto Atmojo Idam Ragil
Published: October 2023

Eliminating gender in education is one of the SDGs’ (Sustainable Development Goals) targets in which previous research has examined gender in its correlation to achievement, learning outcomes, learning processes, and learning styles. One thing that is necessary but has not been investigated by previous researchers is the factor causing the differences in the correlation significance in the form of ways of learning and self-awareness as part of Self-Regulated Learning. This research was conducted to investigate the causal relationship between the Self-Regulated Learning of the students of the Department of Primary School Teacher Education of a state university in Surakarta in the 2022/2023 academic year and their genders. This research used a quantitative approach with a comparative research type. The population in this study were all the students of the Department of Primary School Teacher Education in the 2022/2023 academic year using Cluster Random Sampling as a sampling technique. Data collection techniques used closed and direct questionnaires. The data analysis technique used was descriptive statistical analysis and inferential statistical analysis. Based on the calculation results of the Independent Sample T-Test, a significant value of 0.267 0.05 was obtained, and the t count was 1.125 F table of 1.717. The results showed that the Self-Regulated Learning ability of the students of the Department of Primary School Teacher Education in the 2022/2023 academic year has the same average, so the ability of Self-Regulated Learning cannot be differentiated according to gender.
Local Wisdom-Based Character Building Empowerment at Junior High Schools In Indonesia
Authors: Rahmawati Niken , Syukur Fatah , Darmu'in Darmu'in
Published: October 2023

Adolescent moral abnormalities are caused by several circumstances, including the weak grasp of religion in a culture where science can accomplish everything. Character education in schools is difficult because student character issues persist. The amount of moral crisis cases suggests that educational institutions are failing to transform student character. This study aimed to determine the implementation of character education policies in schools, the role of teachers in character education, and the role of parents in character education, character education models. This research was conducted using quantitative research using the one-group pretest-posttest design method. In the research, the sampling was carried out by means of saturated sampling. The sample of this study were 30 students of grade seven in junior high school. Based on the results of this study, the results of hypothesis testing using the non-parametric Smirnov test using SPSS 21 can be concluded that (tcount ttable) with tcount = 10.30 ttable = 2.035. Then Ha is accepted, and Ho is rejected so that it can be concluded that the application of character education based on local wisdom is an implication of character conditions that are reduced by various impacts of current scientific and technological advances. The importance of character education based on local wisdom in schools is to remind and cultivate the noble values of the Indonesian nation.
Formulation of Alternative Islamic Education Through the Multiple Intelligences Approach at Boarding School
Authors: Makki Ali , Hidayatullah Muhammad Fahmi , Baharuddin Baharuddin , Basri Basri
Published: October 2023

Pesantren, as future Islamic education institutions, is based on community needs based on the dynamics of the morality of the developing generation. This study aims to reveal alternative Islamic education's hierarchy, formulas, and formulations in pesantren with a multiple intelligences approach. This research was conducted at Pondok Pesantren Puncak Darussalam Potoan Dajah Palengaan Pamekasan, which is capable of producing graduates with national and international contributions and achievements. The characteristics of this pesantren are able to accommodate the potential of santri through the multiple intelligences approach with varied activities representing the multiple intelligences of the santri. The chosen research technique employs a descriptive qualitative approach, specifically utilising a case study design. The data collection process encompasses various methods, including observation, interviews, and documentation. The study yielded findings about the hierarchical structure of alternative Islamic education, which was analysed through multiple intelligences theory, incorporating integrative, creative, and adaptive principles. The formula is organised in a systematic manner, incorporating many supporting materials that encompass the stages of input, process, output, and outcome. The formulation is evident in the design of learning activities that serve to strengthen and enhance the nine different types of intelligence.
Collaborative Learning Effect on Improving Students’ Creativity and Critical Thinking in the Independent Curriculum
Authors: Nisa Haerun , Isnaini Muhammad , Utami Linda Sekar , Islahudin Islahudin
Published: October 2023

Collaborative learning is a pedagogical approach that encourages students to actively engage in discussions and cooperative work within a classroom setting. The method of learning holds significant importance in the pursuit of educational objectives. The objective of this study is to assess the impact of collaborative approaches on enhancing students' creativity and critical thinking skills. The research employed a descriptive test, a data normality test, and multiple linear regression analysis as the chosen methodological approaches. The researchers employed a data collection method by administering a questionnaire to a sample of 48 students engaged in collaborative learning. The questionnaire was distributed via a Google form. The focus of this study is on collaborative learning (Ŷ) as the dependent variable, whereas the independent factors include creativity ability (X1) and critical thinking (X2). The findings of the data analysis were conducted using multiple linear regression tests. The present study employs descriptive quantitative research methodologies, utilising a data collection instrument consisting of a four-point Likert scale questionnaire. Then, the data analysis used is a linear regression test, statistical test and data normality test. From the results of multiple linear regression analysis that has been done, it is obtained that the variables of creativity (X1) and critical thinking (X2) have a linear effect on the application of collaborative learning (Ŷ). It is also seen that the most influential variable is creativity (X1), with a value of 77.9%. The determination value (R2 ) is 0.796, meaning that 79.6% of the increase in creativity and critical thinking is influenced by the application of collaborative learning. Through the ANOVA test, it is also known that all independent variables simultaneously affect the dependent variable and through the T value hypothesis test, it is proven that all independent variables have a significant effect on the dependent variable. So we conclude that there is an effect of the application of collaborative learning in increasing students' creativity and critical thinking in the independent curriculum, with the total effect of creativity of 77.9% and critical thinking of 27.1%.
Gamified VS Non-gamified Speaking Assessment for EFL in Higher Education
Authors: Basuki Yudi
Published: October 2023

Students of the eighth basic level must have an A1 level. After developing their speaking skills, a speaking assessment needs to be given to students in the class to know how good their speaking skills are. This research aimed to compare the gamified and non-gamified speaking assessments to the speaking scores of students. This research used an experimental design with a quantitative approach. The participants of this research were the students of STKIP PGRI Trenggalek English Language Learning Students chosen by purposive sampling technique. The instrument of this research used pre and post-test to determine the increase and difference between the two groups. The data collected were analyzed using SPSS software. The results showed that when the students’ speaking skill was assessed utilizing gamified speaking assessment, it was easier for students to increase their score. This research result could provide a contribution to the basic literature on utilizing gamified speaking assessments to motivate students. Thus, they can enhance their speaking skill, leading to an increased speaking score.
Educational Supervision to Improve Teachers’ Learning Quality and Performance in the New Normal Era
Authors: Mulyanti Dety
Published: October 2023

This study aims to discuss the role of individual technical academic supervision in improving the quality of learning in the "new normal" era after the COVID-19 pandemic. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive method involving school principals, teachers, and students at Pelita Nusantara Elementary School. The results showed that individual technical academic supervision was carried out by the principal through several stages, including planning supervision by creating programs and instruments using the Google Drive and Google Form applications. Supervision is carried out through online class visits, learning observations, and individual talks with teachers. Digital-based supervision provides efficiency in the supervision process, enabling principals to monitor teacher activities in various classes without time and place restrictions. However, online supervision also has weaknesses related to the lack of direct interaction between supervisors and teachers. Supervision of learning materials is also an important part of academic supervision, where the school principal checks and assesses learning device documents such as lesson plans in accordance with the new curriculum. Recommendations for further research include comparative studies on the effectiveness of various supervision platforms, developing more interactive supervision platforms, in-depth research on the impact of technology on supervision, and exploring the implementation of peer-to-peer supervision.
Case Study of Tantrum Behavior in Early Childhood
Authors: Mulfiani Tri Nola , Rakimahwati Rakimahwati
Published: October 2023

Emotional development in childhood is a determinant of the attitude and behaviour of children in the future. Not optimally developing children's emotional abilities will cause negative emotions in the form of tantrums. This study aims to describe the tantrum behaviour of children. The purpose of this study was to investigate what causes children to throw tantrums and what parents and educators may do to reduce the occurrence of these outbursts. This research employed a descriptive analysis of a case, or a case study, of two group B children, aged five and six, with tantrum behaviour issues in one of the kindergartens in Bukittinggi City. Two youngsters, RKW and ZP, were studied for their tantrum behaviours. Researchers identified three types of tantrums: manipulative, vocal irritation, and temperamental. When it comes to a child's personal growth, parents and educators play crucial roles. However, parents and instructors can handle toddlers prone to tantrums in one of two ways: either keep a close check on them or ignore them entirely. Once the child has calmed down, they are given simple, straightforward guidance. Hugs are the final piece of advice that parents and teachers may give.
Estudio crítico de los principales métodos de valoración del diclorodifeniltricloroetano, sus propiedades físicas y químicas y acción letal
Authors:   , Ferro Alicia C.
Published: October 2023

Sumario - Reseña histórica - Métodos de elaboración: posibilidades de su elaboración en el país - Propiedades físicas y químicas - Métodos de valoración - Influencia del estado de división sobre su acción letal - Acción de las soluciones de DDT en kerosene: formación de cristales microscópicos y su influencia sobre la acción letal - Estudio de su acción residual, comparativamente con piretrinas, rotenonas y gammexane - Acción real del DDT - Consideraciones generales y conclusiones