bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Lise Öğrencilerinin Yaşam Boyu Öğrenme Eğilimleri İle Sosyal Medyayı Eğitsel Kabullenme Düzeyleri Arasındaki İlişkinin İncelenmesi
Authors: DÖKMECİ Rıdvan , GÜLVEREN Hakan
Published: August 2023

Bu çalışmanın temel amacı lise öğrencilerinin yaşam boyu öğrenme eğilimleri ve eğitsel amaçlı Youtube kabul düzeyleri arasındaki ilişkiyi çeşitli değişkenler açısından incelemektir. Araştırma deseni, ilişkisel tarama yöntemidir. Araştırmanın evreni Uşak ilinde 2021-2022 eğitim–öğretim döneminde üç farklı okul türünde öğrenim gören 9, 10, 11 ve 12. sınıf düzeyindeki lise öğrencileridir. Örneklemi ise 783 öğrenciden oluşmaktadır. Araştırmada veri toplama aracı olarak “Kişisel Bilgi Formu”, Kılıç ve Yılmaz (2021) tarafından geliştirilen ‘‘Eğitsel Amaçlı Youtube Kabul Ölçeği’’ ve Diker-Coşkun (2009) tarafından geliştirilen ‘‘Yaşam Boyu Öğrenme Eğilimleri Ölçeği” kullanılmıştır. Araştırma sonuçlarına göre öğrencilerin yaşam boyu öğrenme eğilimleri (YBÖ) ile eğitsel amaçlı Youtube kabulleri arasında negatif yönde düşük düzeyde anlamlı bir ilişki bulunmaktadır. Öğrencilerin YBÖ eğilimlerinin cinsiyet ve okul türü değişkenleri bakımından anlamlı farklılaşırken, sınıf düzeyi değişkeni bakımından anlamlı farklılaşmadığı tespit edilmiştir. Öğrencilerin eğitsel amaçlı Youtube kabulleri ise okul türü ve sınıf düzeyi değişkenlerine göre istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir biçimde farklılaştığı, buna karşın cinsiyet değişkeninin öğrencilerin eğitsel amaçlı Youtube kabullerini anlamlı düzeyde etkilemediği saptanmıştır.
PENGEMBANGAN KELOMPOK TANI PADI SAWAH OLEH PENYULUH PERTANIAN DI DESA SIDOREJO KECAMATAN GUNUNG MERIAH KABUPATEN ACEH SINGKIL
Authors: Nazariah Nazariah , Fakhrizal Fakhrizal , Budi Setia
Published: August 2023

Obyek penelitian ini adalah petani padi sawah yang menjadi anggota kelompok tani yang dibina oleh penyuluh pertanian di Desa Sidorejo Kecamatan Gunung Meriah Kabupaten Aceh Singkil. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana penyuluh pertanian mengembangkan kelompok tani padi sawah. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif dengan pengukuran menggunakan skala Likert. Beberapa item pertanyaan disusun dalam kuesioner dan setiap pertanyaan diberi skor yang akan di pilih oleh responden. Hasil penelitian yaitu dalam mengembangkan kelompok tani di Desa Sidorejo Kecamatan Gunung Meriah Kabupaten Aceh Singkil penyuluh pertanian berperan motivator, komunikator, edukator dan organisator.
ANALISIS NILAI TAMBAH MINYAK SERAI WANGI DI KECAMATAN SAWANG KABUPATEN ACEH UTARA
Authors: Irhas Irhas , Talyani Talyani , Suryadi Suryadi , Riani Riani
Published: August 2023

Lemongrass is one of the most prospective essential commodities. The demand for citronella oil is quite high and the price is stable and tends to increase. Distilled citronella leaves produce an essential oil known as Citronella oil. In Aceh Utara, the production of citronella farming and agroindustry is focused on Sawang Sub-District. The establishment of an agroindustry for refining citronella oil is one of the ways in which existing citronella can be processed into citronella oil. Processing is in order to provide maximum benefits by paying attention to aspects of efficiency and effectiveness, namely increasing added value. The purpose of this study was to analyze the potential of agro-industry and added value in the citronella processing agroindustry in Sawang District, North Aceh Regency. Added value analysis is by using the Hayami method. The results showed that the potential for citronella agro-industry in North Aceh District was relatively limited given the limited raw materials for citronella. The distillery still uses oil drums so that the quality of the oil produced allows it to contain iron carotene. The added value in 1 Kg of citronella raw material is IDR 799 /Kg, meaning that for every 1 Kg of raw material will provide an additional value of IDR 799. While the added value ratio of citronella oil is 49.93%. The distillery still uses oil drums so that the quality of the oil produced allows it to contain iron carotene
ANALISIS STRATEGI PEMASARAN BUAH NAGA MENGGUNAKAN BAURAN PEMASARAN (MARKETING MIX) DAN SWOT
Authors: Rahma Mulia Annisa , Heryansyah Muh. Taufiek , Zahra Farras Zalikhah , Irianto Heru
Published: August 2023

This research aims to 1) determine the marketing mix strategy of dragon fruits in UD Sabila Farm, and 2) analyze the marketing strategy for dragon fruit in UD Sabila Farm using the SWOT framework. The study was conducted at UD Sabila Farm, Kaliurang Street Km. 18.5, Kertodadi, Pakembinangun, Pakem Sub-district, Sleman District, Yogyakarta. The research employed a qualitative descriptive methode with a case study approach. The data were gathered through the process of observation, conducting in-depth interviews, and documentation. Based on the results, it was mentioned that the applied marketing mix includes the 7P of the marketing mix applied are price, promotion, place, product, people, process, and physical evidence. The SWOT analysis revealed internal factors encompassing strengths and weaknesses, as well as external factors involving opportunities and threats. Firstly, the strengths of UD Sabila Farm are the excellent Agroeduwisata concept, strategic location, and use of certified seeds. Second, the weaknesses are plant diseases and infections that cause fluctuating production, and they are unable to optimize social media. Furthermore, the opportunities include high demand and an existing market, while the threats of UD Sabila Farm include increased competition and a high number of imported products in the market.
PENGARUH PROFITABILITAS, LEVERAGE, UKURAN PERUSAHAAN, KEPEMILIKAN INSTITUSIONAL DAN CAPITAL INTENSITY TERHADAP TAX AVOIDANCE
Authors: Rais Rany Gesta Putri , Yunita Nur Afni , Yusra Muhammad
Published: August 2023

This study aims to determine the effect of profitability, leverage, company size, institutional ownership and capital intensity on tax avoidance in multinational companies in the mining sector listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2018-2020. The sample selection technique used was purposive sampling and obtained 15 companies as samples. The data analysis method used is multiple linear regression analysis. The results of this study indicate that partially profitability, leverage, firm size and capital intensity have no effect on tax avoidance, while institutional ownership affects tax avoidance in multinational companies in the mining sector listed on the IDX in 2018-2020
PENGARUH PERTUMBUHAN PENDUDUK DAN PERTUMBUHAN EKONOMI TERHADAP PENGANGGURAN TERBUKA DI WILAYAH SUMATERA
Authors: Rahmanita Cut Fera , Usman Umaruddin
Published: August 2023

This study examined the effect of Population Growth and Economic Growth on Open Unemployment in the Sumatra region. This study used quantitative data with a panel data approach, consisting of time series data for six years from 2014 to 2019 and cross-section data from 10 Provinces in the Sumatra region. The analyticals method used was Panel Data Regressions with the Fixed Effect Model. The result partially showed Population Growth positively and significantly influenced Open Unemployment. Meanwhile, Economic Growth negatively and significantly influenced Open Unemployment. The results of the coefficients of determinations revealed that the ability of Population Growth and Economic Growth in explaining Open Unemployment was 82.01%, while the remaining 17.99% is influenced by other variables outside this study
Peningkatan Literasi Keuangan Syariah Melalui Sosialisasi Produk Dan Akad Bank Syariah
Authors: Fauzul Ahmad , Muhammad Mukhlis , Ichsan Ichsan , Ristati Ristati
Published: August 2023

Pengabdian ini sangat penting untuk dilakukan dikarenakan perlu dilakukan sebuah kegiatan sosioalisi produk dan akad bank syariah sudah menjadi bagian dari kehidupan masyarakat Aceh sejak di keluarkannya Qonun no 11 tahun 2018 tentang lembaga keuangan syariah khususnya di desa Hagu Selatan Kecamatan Banda Sakti Kota Lhokseumawe. Tujuan khusus pengabdian ini untuk memberikan pemahaman kepada masyarakat terhadap produk dan aka dang digunakan dalam perbankan syariah Kegiatan pengabdian dilaksanakan dalam bentuk sosialisasi dan penyuluhan. Kegiatan pengabdian telah dilaksanakan dalam beberapa tahap; koordinasi persiapan pelaksanaan, Focus Group Discussion (FGD), pelaksanaan kegiatan edukasi berupa sosialisasi dan pelatihan keuangan syariah, oleh kelompok masyarakat Desa dan kegiatan evaluasi kegiatan. Hasil pengabdian diharapkan menghasilkan peningkatan literasi keuangan pada masyarakat Aceh khususnya di desa Hagu Selatan Kecamatan Banda Sakti Kota Lhokseumawe luaran dalam pengabdian ini terdiri atas Publikasi jurnal nasional OJS, HKI dan Publikasi artikel pada media masa
Pembuatan Pupuk Organik Sebagai Peluang Usaha Masyarakat Desa Bangka Jaya
Authors: Gunawan Muhammad Syahrul , Agustinawati Agustinawati , Yusuf Muhammad
Published: August 2023

Pupuk merupakan bahan tambahan yang diberikan ke tanah dengan tujuan untuk memperkaya atau meningkatkan kondisi kesuburan tanah baik kimia, fisik maupun biologis. Pupuk pada umumnya terbagi menjadi 2 kelompok yaitu pupuk anorganik dan pupuk organik (kompos). Pada dasarnya pembuatan pupuk organik sangat membantu masyarakat desa Bangka Jaya sebagai salah satu peluang usaha. Penggunaan pupuk kompos sangat bermanfaat untuk masyarakat karena baik untuk menjaga kesehatan akar serta membuat akar tanaman mudah tumbuh. Kegiatan pembuatan pupuk  yang dihasilkan sesuai dengan metode anaerob. memanfaatkan limbah rumah tangga yang digunakan sebagai pupuk kompos tentunya sangat bermanfaat untuk para petani dalam membantu pemerintah untuk meyelesaikan masalah sampah yang saat ini telah menumpuk. Pupuk kompos pada umumnya warna yang sudah matang semakin coklat kehitaman, sementara bau kompos seperti tanah
PENINGKATAN PRODUKSI PETANI SAWIT MELALUI PEMBERIAN PUPUK HAYATI DI DESA MATA IE KECAMATAN BUKET HAGU KABUPATEN ACEH UTARA
Authors: Juliansyah Hijri , Hendrival Hendrival , Yurina Yurina , Abu Bakar Jariah , ZA Nasrul , Khairisma Khairisma
Published: August 2023

Panen kelapa sawit yang sangat rendah yaitu 300-700 Kg/ Hektar tentu perlu adanya perlakuan serius untuk peningkatan produksi. Paling tidak produksi dapat mencapai 1-1,5ton dengan adanya pengabdian ini. Penjelasan pentingnya penggunaan pupuk khususnya pupuk hayati yang lebih murah dari pupuk anorganik dapat dilakukan secara periodik baik cara pengencerannya maupun cara pengaplikasiannya ke tanaman sawit. Penjelasan tentang pentingnya pemupukan akan dilakukan melalui sosialisasi dan pelatihan. Selanjutnya pendampingan proses pemupukan untuk 15 hari sekali telah dilaksakan secara periodik. Hasil pengabdian yang telah dicapai dalam bentuk peningkatan pemahaman petani melalui sosialisasi dan pelatihan. Petani telah memahami pentingnya pemupukan, selanjtmya petani pula telah menguasai cara pengenceran pupuk hayati yang sangat murah dan ramah lingkungan. Petani telah memahami cara aplikasi melalui pendampingan langsung ke lahan sawit mitra. Luaran telah dipublikasikan di jurnal online. Untuk memberikan informasi kepada masyarakat luas publikasi berita telah dipaparkan di berita marjinal. Kerjasama dengan desa untuk pembinaan berkelanjutan juga telah dihasilkan dari pengabdian ini.
LITERASI KEUANGAN MELALUI KESADARAN MENABUNG PADA ANAK-ANAK GAMPONG BLANG RALEU KECAMATAN SIMPANG KEURAMAT KABUPATEN ACEH UTARA
Authors: Mellita Sari Cut Putri , Puspitaningrum Rani , Nailufar Fanny , Khairisma Khairisma
Published: August 2023

Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) merupakan salah satu bentuk kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang tercermin dalam tridarma perguruan tinggi. Begitupula kegiatan sosialisasi pembuatan celengan bambu kepada anak-anak Gampong Blang Raleu Kecamatan Simpang Keuramat Kabupaten Aceh Utara yang dilakukan oleh mahasiswa dan dosen Universitas Malikussaleh. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran menabung sedari dini bagi anak-anak gampong yang pada akhirnya akan turut meningkatkan pengetahuan dan pemahaman mereka tentang literasi keuangan. Literasi keuangan akan dibutuhkan oleh mereka kelak ketika mereka memasuki usia dewasa dalam hal pengetahuan, pemahaman, perluasan akses terhadap permodalan usaha yang nantinya akan mendukung aktivitas ekonomi kearah pencapaian kesejahteraan hidupnya. Hasil dari kegiatan pengabdian ini dirangkai dalam bentuk laporan pengabdian dan dokumentasi yang diserahkan kepada Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat (LPPM) Universitas Malikussaleh. Selain ini, sebagai bentuk lain yang diharapkan dapat digunakan sebagai sarana untuk menginspirasi kegiatan-kegiatan pengabdian selanjutnya yang berkaitan dengan tema literasi keuangan, maka laporan kegiatan pengabdian ini ditulis kembali dalam bentuk jurnal pengabdian dan dipublikasikan sehingga dapat dibaca oleh masyarakat luas.
Peningkatan Nilai Olahan Ikan dan Partisipasi Aktif Akademisi dalam Gerakan Gemar Konsumsi Ikan di Desa Blang Pulo Kec. Muara Dua Kota Lhokseumawe
Authors: Andriyani Devi , Nailufar Fanny , Rahmah Mutia , Trisniarti Noviami , Syafira Syarifah
Published: August 2023

Indonesia memiliki potensi sumber daya alam laut yang cukup melimpah, diantaranya adalah keberagaman varietas ikan yang dapat dijadikan sumber pangan serta memiliki kandungan gizi tinggi, selain itu harganya yang jauh lebih murah dibandingkan dengan sumber protein lainnya, menyebabkan ikan sangat potensial untuk dikembangkan dan dijadikan bahan baku pada usaha kecil dan menengah (UKM). Tetapi permasalahan yang terjadi di masyarakat adalah Rendahnya perkembangan UKM dari hasil olahan ikan dan Rendahnya rasa suka akan konsumsi ikan pada generasi millennial. Permasalahan ini menyebabkan pemerintah meluncurkan program nasional yaitu Gerakan Memasyaratkan Makan Ikan (GEMARIKAN). Tujuan Gerakan ini adalah mengkampanyekan pentingnya makan ikan terutama untuk pertumbuhan dan kecerdasan serta membantu dalam mencegah terjadinya stunting pada anak khususnya di Aceh yang menempati urutan ke 3 untuk kasus stunting di Indonesia. Kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah salah satu bentuk usaha dari para akademisi untuk berperan aktif dalam menyukseskan program ini. Tim PKM memberikan softskill berupa sosialisasi akan nilai gizi ikan dan bahayanya stunting pada anak serta manajemen pengelolaan UKM. Selain itu tim PKM memberikan hardskill berupa pelatihan pembuatan tekwan. Kegiatan ini dilakukan di Desa Blang Pulo Kecamatan Muara Dua dan diikuti para ibu rumah tangga serta remaja putri. Kegiatan ini memberi dampak positif terhadap kesadaran mitra akan nilai gizi ikan, bahaya stunting, menambah kemampuan dalam pengelolaan UKM serta menambah semangat wirausaha mitra.
Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Untuk Mewujudkan Jiwa Kewirausahaan Melalui Pelatihan Pembuatan Sabun Cair Cuci Piring di Kalangan Ibu-ibu PKK dan Remaja Putri Desa Gampong Pie Kecamatan Samudera Kabupaten Aceh Utara
Authors: AR Khairina , Maimunah Siti , Heriyana Heriyana , Yohana Yohana , Fibarzi Wiza Ulfa
Published: August 2023

Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah untuk meningkatkan pemberdayaan masyarakat dalam mewujudkan jiwa kewirausahaan melalui pelatihan pembuatan sabun cair cuci piring. Sasaran kegiatan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat ini adalah ibu-ibu PKK dan  remaja putri. Pelatihan pembuatan sabun cair cuci piring ini dilaksanakan di balai desa  Gampong Pie Kecamatan Samudera Kabupaten Aceh Utara. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan yaitu pemaparan materi, pelatihan (praktik) dan evaluasi.  Hasil       dari   pelaksanaan kegiatan ini  diharapkan ibu-ibu PKK dan  remaja putri di desa Gampong Pie Kecamatan Samudera Kabupaten Aceh Utara  mempunyai pemahaman dan   pengetahuan dalam membuat sabun cair cuci piring sehingga mampu meningkatkan pemberdayaan masyarakat dan mewujudkan jiwa kewirausahaan di kalangan ibu-ibu PKK dan remaja putri di  desa Gampong Pie Kecamatan Samudera Kabupaten Aceh Utara. Kata kunci: Pemberdayaan Masyarakat, Pelatihan, Kewirausahaan
Pelatihan Pembuatan Kerupuk Kulit Pisang (Banana Peel Crackers) Untuk Meningkatkan Minat Berwirausaha Bagi Masyarakat Gampong Meunasah Lhok Kec. Muara Batu Aceh Utara
Authors: Safitri Ayu , Masja Fadliyatul , Agustinawati Agustinawati , Bahri Halida , Samsidar Samsidar , Naz'aina Naz'aina , Mardiaton Mardiaton
Published: August 2023

Kulit pisang merupakan bahan buangan (limbah buah pisang) yang cukup banyak jumlahnya. Limbah kulit pisang mengandung zat gizi yang cukup tinggi terutama pada vitamin dan mineralnya sehingga dapat dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan baku makanan. Selain dimanfaatkan sebagai bahan baku makanan, juga memperbaiki kandungan gizi bila diolah menjadi makanan. Salah satu makanan olahan dari kulit pisang ini adalah kerupuk. Dimana cara mengolahnya yang tidak sulit memudahkan masyarakat desa untuk mempraktekkannya sendiri. Sehingga kulit pisang yang awalnya tidak dimanfaatkan menjadi kerupuk yang bernilai jual dan meningkatkan nilai ekonimis. Kata kunci: Kulit Pisang, Kerupuk, Wirausaha
Peningkatan Sumberdaya Manusia Melalui Pelatihan Job Interview Untuk Persiapan Menghadapi Dunia Kerja
Authors: Rasyimah Rasyimah , Marina Marina , Sari Cut Putri Mellita , Andriyani Devi , Nailufar Fanny
Published: August 2023

Kebutuhan akan sumber daya manusia berkualitas yang siap menghadapi persoalan global sangat lah besar. Hal ini seiring dengan era globalisasi. Sangat penting untuk membentuk sikap positif melalui pendidikan. Peningkatan kualitas sumberdaya manusia khususnya bagi mahasiswa yang akan siap memasuki dunia kerja nantinya adalah sangat penting.  Menyadari bahwa mahasiswa merupakan bagian dari modal pembangunan suatu bangsa maka mereka pun harus diberikan kesempatan untuk ikut berperan melalui skill berkomunikasi dalam bahasa inggris. Bahasa inggris merupakan alat komunikasi global untuk memasuki dunia kerja. Menyadari bahwa karena bahasa Inggris adalah satu-satunya bahasa yang digunakan di seluruh dunia untuk komunikasi, mahasiswa juga harus memiliki kesempatan untuk berpartisipasi dalam dunia kerja dengan mengembangkan kemampuan komunikasi bahasa Inggris mereka. Untuk itu konsep kerjasama dikembangkan dan dituangkan dalam program kemitraan masyarakat (PKM) ini, berupa sharing informasi melalui pelatihan wawancara kerja. Tindakan PKM diantisipasi untuk menghasilkan hasil yang dapat meningkatkan kualitas terbaik Kata kunci:  Sumberdaya Manusia, Job Interview, Bahasa Inggris, Dunia Kerja,
ANALISIS KEEFEKTIFAN PEMBELAJARAN LURING PASCA COVID-19 PADA MAHASISWA TADRIS MATEMATIKA STIT AL-HIKMAH TEBING TINGGI
Authors: Hasibuan Isra Suna
Published: August 2023

Artikel ini membahas tentang keefektifan proses pembelajaran luring pasca pandemi Covid-19. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan pendekatan induktif. Responden dalam penelitian ini sebanyak 30 orang mahasiswa Program Studi Tadris Matematika STIT Al-Hikmah Tebing Tinggi pada Semester ganjil tahun ajaran 2022/2023. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa 60% dosen menggunakan luring, Hubungan mahasiswa dengan dosen lebih dekat saat proses pembelajaran luring sebesar 10% meyatakan setuju, Mahasiswa kesulitan berdiskusi terkait materi pembelajaran sebesar 50%, dan sebanyak 6,67% mahasiswa setuju bahwa lebih mudah memahami materi pembelajaran dengan pembelajaran luring. Pembelajaran luring yang diberikan dosen sangat memuaskan sebesar 26,67% yang meyatakan setuju, sehingga media pembelajaran yang digunakan saat ini efektif untuk mencapai harapan mahasiswa dengan persentase sebesar 36,67%. Fasilitas Hp mahasiswa yang menjadi salah satu kendala yang mendasar untuk tidak terdukungnya proses pembelajaran online dengan persentase sebesar 56,67%.
PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN RECIPROCAL TEACHING TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN REPRESENTASI MATEMATIS SISWA PADA MATERI LIMIT FUNGSI ALJABAR
Authors: Rahmatillah Rahmatillah , Nufus Hayatun , Wulandari Wulandari , Nuraina Nuraina , Listiana Yeni
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh model pembelajaran reciprocal teaching terhadap kemampuan representasi matematis siswa pada materi limit fungsi aljabar di kelas XI MAN Lhokseumawe. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian quasi eksperimen dengan pendekatan kuantitatif, sehingga data yang diperoleh berupa angka. Adapun desain yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah the nonequivalent posttest only control group design. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas XI MAN Lhokseumawe dengan sampel yang dipilih 2 kelas dari 6 kelas yang tersedia. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik purposive sampling. Sampel pada penelitian ini adalah kelas XI MIA 4 sebagai kelas kontrol dengan menggunakan pembelajaran konvensional dan kelas XI MIA 3 sebagai kelas eksperimen dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran reciprocal teaching. Soal posttest sebanyak 6 butir soal uraian diberikan kepada 28 siswa di kelas eksperimen dan 30 siswa di kelas kontrol di MAN Lhokseumawe. Data yang diperoleh dari hasil posttest dianalisis dengan uji normalitas data selanjutnya dilakukan uji hipotesis menggunakan uji non parametrik Mann Whitney karena data tidak berdistribusi normal, dilakukan uji tersebut adalah untuk melihat adanya pengaruh model pembelajaran reciprocal teaching terhadap kemampuan representasi matematis siswa pada materi limit fungsi aljabar secara signifikan. Dari hasil analisis dan data nilai posttest yang diuji menggunakan uji non parametrik Mann Whitney dengan bantuan software IBM SPSS 25 diperoleh nilai sig. (2-tailed) sebesar 0,000 < 0,05. Hal tersebut menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh secara signifikan dari penggunaan model pembelajaran reciprocal teaching terhadap kemampuan representasi matematis siswa pada materi limit fungsi aljabar.
ANALISIS KESULITAN BELAJAR MATEMATIKA MATERI BENTUK ALJABAR PADA SISWA SMP KELAS VII
Authors: Isfayani Erna
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kesulitan yang dialami oleh siswa kelas VII pada materi Bentuk Aljabar, dan serta penyebab kesulitan yang dialami oleh siswa dalam menyelesaikan soal-soal Aljabar. Subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VII-3 sebanyak 35 orang siswa. Instrumen yang digunakan berupa tes essay. Kemudian dilakukan analisis jawaban siswa tentang kesulitan yang dihadapi siswa dan wawancara digunakan untuk mengetahui penyebab kesulitan yang dialami siswa. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa siswa MTsN  masih banyak yang mengalami kesulitan dalam menyelesaikan soal-soal bentuk aljabar yaitu dari 35 siswa yang diteliti 40,41% siswa mengalami kesulitan memahami konsep, 15,41% siswa mengalami kesulitan memahami prinsip, dan 13,65% siswa mengalami kesulitan verbal. Penyebab kesulitan yang dialami siswa tersebut adalah karena: 1) materi yang sulit dipahami; 2) pemahaman konsep dasar bentuk aljabar yang masih rendah; 3) kemampuan siswa yang rendah; 4) kurangnya latihan pengerjaan soal aplikasi bentuk aljabar; 5) jarak pemberian tes dengan pemberian materi; dan 6) metode penyampaian materi yang tidak sesuai.
Analysis of the Areca Nut Agroindustry Value Chain in Padang Pariaman Regency
Authors: Saputra Idil , Santosa  , Hasbullah
Published: August 2023

There are two chain structures consisting of main actors and supporting actors. The structure of the first chain is Farmers → Small Collectors, → Large Collectors → Exporters. At the same time, the second chain structure is: Farmers, → Home Industry, → Collecting agents. Areca farmers get an added value of IDR 1,647.12/kilogram with an added value ratio of 71.80%. Small collectors get an added IDR 994.46/kilogram with an added value ratio of 22.10%. Prominent collectors get an added value of IDR 702.67/kg with a value-added ratio of 13.01%. The home industry obtains an added value of IDR 16,634.07/kilogram with an added value ratio of 79.21%. Farmers get a marketing margin of IDR 1,794.19/kilogram. Small collectors earn a marketing margin of IDR 1,500/kg. Collector traders earn a large marketing margin of IDR 900/kg. The home industry earns a marketing margin of IDR 18,000/kilogram.
PENGARUH PROGRAM CLEANLINESS, HEALTH, SAFETY, ENVIRONMENT (CHSE) TERHADAP KEPUASAN DAN NIAT BERKUNJUNG KEMBALI KE DAYA TARIK WISATA TANAH LOT TABANAN BALI
Authors: Semesta Putu Cahaya , Suardana I Wayan , Ariana I Nyoman
Published: August 2023

The tourism industry has experienced a decline due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The Indonesia Central Statistics (BPS) noted that the number of foreign tourist arrivals to Indonesia between January and November 2020 was only 3.89 million. In line with the implementation of the health protocol, the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy in 2020 issued a guide book and certification program for the implementation of Cleanliness, Healthy, Safety and Environment (CHSE) in the tourism sector. On September 25, 2020 Tanah Lot already pocketed the CHSE certificate. This study was designed to assess the relationship between the implementation of the CHSE program on satisfaction and revisit intention of tourists visiting the Tanah Lot Tourist Attraction, Tabanan. This study uses quantitative methods. The sample in this study was 30-100 samples using accidental sampling technique. The data collection technique in this study was done by distributing online and offline to visitors visiting Tanah Lot. Data analysis in this study used two analytical techniques, namely Structural Equation Modeling - Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS) and descriptive qualitative analysis. The results of this study indicate that CHSE, both directly and through mediation, has a positive and significant effect on the satisfaction and intention to revisit visitors who travel to Tanah Lot. Satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on the intention to revisit tourists who travel to Tanah Lot.
Pengembangan Media Kartu Qimono (QR Domino) Pada Pembelajaran IPA Materi Pernapasan Untuk Siswa Kelas V SDN 22 Ampenan
Authors: Insani Fiqri , Tahir Muhammad , Erfan Muhammad
Published: August 2023

Media dalam konteks pembelajaran tidsk sekedar difungsikan sebagai alat bantu, diluar itu media juga difungsikan sebagai sarana yang efektif untuk mengkomunikasikan informasi kepada para peserta didik. Tujuan penelitian ini dilakukan adalah sebagai sarana dalam mengetahui Prosedur Pengembangan dan Kelayakan Serta Response Peserta Didik Terhadap Media Pembelajaran Kartu Qimono (QR Domino) Pada Pembelajaran IPA Materi Pernapasan Untuk Siswa Kelas V. Kebaharuan penelitian ini yakni satu set kartu Qimono yang dilengkapi dengan QR Code yang berisi informasi materi sistem pernapasan hewan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini ialah metode penelitian R&D (Research And Devolopment) dengan model ADDIE dengan rincian tahapan sebagai berikut (tahap analysis: dilakukan analisis kinerja dan analisis kebutuhan terkait perlunya dikembangkan media pembelajaran, pada tahap  desain media akan menggunakan aplikasi yang sesuai, tahap development: media dicetak kemudian akan dinilai oleh ahli, tahap keempat implementation media diterapkan dalam pembelajaran di kelas dengan uji coba kelompok kecil dengan 6 orang peserta didik, tahap terakhir evaluation dimana media akan dievaluasi atau perbaikan sesuai saran). Hasil penelitian  ini menunjukkan hasil validasi oleh validator materi dengan skor rata-rata 94,7% dengan kategori sangat layak, validator media dengan skor rata-rata 95,5%, dengan kategori sangat baik dan layak untuk digunakan dalam pembelajaran. Hasil angket response peserta didik mendapatkan skor 93,33% dengan kategori “sangat baik”. Berdasarkan keseluruhan hasil penilaian yang diberikan maka dapat disimpulkan bahawa media pembelajaran kartu Qimono dinyatakan sangat layak digunakan dalam pembelajaran IPA materi Pernapasan di kelas V SD.
EVALUATION OF THE HEDGE LUCERNE (Desmanthus Virgatus) AS FORAGE CROP UNDER DIFFERENT IRRIGATIONS AND IN COMBINATION WITH GUINEA GRASS
Authors:   Nilamal Dairy Research Institute, Adugodi Bangalore, S.R GAWALI , A.V BHASKAR ,   Nilamal Dairy Research Institute, Adugodi Bangalore
Published: August 2023

The fodder yield and quality from monocrop of hedge lucerne (Desmanthus virgatus) was compared with its intercrop with guinea grass (hamil variety) in 1:2 ratio in the year 1987-88 under three irrigation conditions: 1) Weekly irrigation, 2) Fortnightly irrigation, 3) No irrigation (rainfed crop). The annual fresh yields of the monocrop under three conditions were 90.1, 77.76, 30.87 t/ha and for intercrop 249.4, 212.23 and 70.87 t/ha respectively. The cost of production of the green monocrop was Rs.296, 317, 386 and for the intercrop Rs.120, 131 and 195 per tonne respectively. The dry matter content varied from 25.74 to 26.97% for monocrop and 18.45 to 21.11% for the intercrop. Crude protein content on D M basis ranged from 22.63 to 24.20% and 13.12 to 13.80% respectively. With reduction in irrigation source, the returns per/ha reduced considerably. The intercrop was more economical than the single crop though both cropping systems were profitable.
LINE X TESTER ANALYSIS OF COMBINING ABILITY IN GROUNDNUT
Authors:   School of Genectics, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003, P VINDHIYAVARMAN , T.S RAVEENDRAN ,   School of Genectics, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003
Published: August 2023

A line x tester analysis was carried out involving eleven lines and two testers in groundnut for assessing the combining ability in respect of number of pods, pod yield, harvest index, shelling outturn and sound mature kernels. The estimate of GCA/SCA variance showed the predominance of non-additive gene action for number of pods and pod yield. The role of both additive and non-additive gene action was found important for harvest index, shelling outturn and sound mature kernels. VG 78 was a good general combiner for all the characters. The combination ALR 1 x CG 2187 was specific combiner for pod yield
INVESTIGATION ON SOME PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF ALFISOL AND ENTISOLS OF KAMARAJAR DISTRICT
Authors:   Department of Soil Science Tamil Nadu agricultural College, Madurai, K.K MATHAN , P.P MAHENDRAN ,   Department of Soil Science Tamil Nadu agricultural College, Madurai
Published: August 2023

Three major soil subgroups namely, Udic Haplustalf, Typic Haplustalf and Typic Ustorthent to represent the Alfisols and Entisols of Kamarajar district of Tamil Nadu were taken up to evaluate the interrelationships of certain physical properties. The results revealed that clay content negatively influenced saturated hydraulic conductivity, bulk density, effective porosity and aggregate stability. It revealed also the active role played by organic matter in controlling the bulk density. Increasing sand fractions in the soils increased noncapillary pores resulting in higher Ks. Bulk density of soils was found to be independent of clay content in decreasing Ks. Total porosity did not show any relationship with Ks, but noncapillary porosity and effective porosity were positively correlated with Ks.
EFFECT OF SEED TREATMENT WITH Trichoderma Viride AND MOISTURE LEVELS ON ROOT ROT DISEASE IN GROUNDNUT
Authors:   Department of Plant Pathalogy,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, . UMAMAHESWARI , G RAMAKRISHNAN ,   Department of Plant Pathalogy,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

Trichoderma seed treatment reduced the root rot caused by Macrophomina phaseolina in groundnut at different moisture levels with maximum disease at 40per cent moisture holding capacity. The population of M.phaseolina in the rhizosphere of groundnut plants was highest at the same moisture level. The rhizosphere population of the antagonist Trichoderma viride was favoured at moisture levels of 40 to 60 per cent. Significant reduction in disease was observed with increasing moisture levels. At 100 per cent MHC all the plants survived, without any disease. The root rot incidence increased with increase in plant age. Higher moisture levels were not favourable for the pathogen as well as the antagonist
GERMPLASM SCREENING AGAINST SESAME LEAF ROLLER AND POD BORER
Authors:   Regional Research Station,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University,Vridhachalam  606 001 Tamil Nadu, R.K MURALI BASKARAN , S.K GANESH ,   Regional Research Station,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University,Vridhachalam  606 001 Tamil Nadu, S THANGAVELU ,   Regional Research Station,Tamil Nadu Agricultural University,Vridhachalam  606 001 Tamil Nadu
Published: August 2023

Twenty promising less susceptible sesame entires and one wild species were screened against sesame leaf roller and pod borer in in vivo and in vitro conditions and compared with five local varieties. Under in vivo condition 12 entries viz., SI 1004, SI1029, S1 3315/11, SI 3315/6, SI 53, S1882, 020-1, 59-1-1, PDK31, SI889, SI 990 and SI 964 were moderately resistant. However, only seven entries viz. SI3315/11, SI 53, SI 882, 59-1-1, PDK 31, SI 889 and SSI 990 were identified as moderately resistant under in vitro condition. The wild species, Sesamum alatum and two entries viz., ES 22 and SI 250 were highly resistant and resistant to this pest respectively under both conditions.
EFFECT OF SOWING DATES AND WHEAT CULTIVARS IN LATE SOWN CONDITION
Authors:   Section of The Economics Botanist C.S.A University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur, V.P.N SINGH , S.K UTTAM ,   Section of The Economics Botanist C.S.A University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur
Published: August 2023

A field experiment was conducted on clay loam soil during rabi seasons of 1986'-87 and 1987-88 at the New Dairy Farm of C.S.A.University of Agriculture and Technology, Kanpur (U.P.) to find out the effect of sowing dates and wheat cultivars in late sown condition. It was observed that December 5 sown crop gave highest yield than crops sown subsequently. However, December 5 sown crop being at par with December 20, sowing produced significantly more yield than January 6 sowing. Among cultivars, UP-115 being at par with K 816, HW 135, Sonalika and HP 1209 gave significantly higher yield than HUW 37. HD 1982 and K 7410. December 5 sown crop gave the highest returns with the highest net profit derived from UP.115 in late sown condition.
EVALUATION OF PIGEONPEA ACCESSIONS FOR RESISTANCE TO Callosobruchus maculatus (F)
Authors:   Dept of Agrl, Entomology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural  . University,Coimbatore 641003 Tamilnadu., Y.S JOHNSON THANGARAJ EDWARD , K GUNATHILAGARAJ ,   Dept of Agrl, Entomology, Tamil Nadu Agricultural  . University,Coimbatore 641003 Tamilnadu.
Published: August 2023

Two hundred and eight pigeonpea accessions were screened for their resistance to Callasobruchus maculatus (F) by free choice test. The mumber of eggs laid ranged from 4 to 64 and the number adults emerged varied frotn 0 to 35. Hundred per cent survial of Caniculatus was observed in six accessions (PR 5326 UQ-50, PR-5492, PR-530), PR-5576 and PR-6035) where as it failed to develop on PRN-270. Oviposition was not influenced by the level of resistance in the seed and the rate of development was faster in susceptible accessions. Based on the suitability inde... seven accessions were classified as resistant, 26 as moderately resistant, S4 as susceptible and 91 as highly susceptible to C.maculatus.
EFFECT OF FUNGICIDES ON THE SEED GERMINATION, SEEDLING LENGTH, DRY MATTER PRODUCTION AND VIGOUR INDEX IN RICE
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, R VISWANATHAN , P NARAYANASAMY ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

The influence of tricyclazole and other fungicides on the seed germination, seedling length, dry matter production and vigour index in rice was studied under slurry and dry conditions. Slurry treatment of seeds with carbendazim and tricyclazole (2 g/kg) significantly increased the seed germination, seedling length, dry matter productioin and vigour index than the other fungicides like mancozeb, thiram and captan. Slurry treatment was better than dry seed treatment. Tricylazole at 2 g/kg favourably increased all the parameters compared to 4 g/kg under slurry treatment. Under dry seed treatment both levels had more or less an uniform influence.
NON-DESTRUCTIVE METHOD OF MEASURING VOLUME AND WEIGHT OF PAPAYA FRUIT
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, A ARJUNAN , K BALAKRISHNAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, N NATARAJARATNAM ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, C RAJENDRAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

An attempt was made in papaya cultivars non-destructive analysis by simple linear regression, Y=+ bx. The fruit volume (Y) can be predicted through both by fruit length (X), (Y1167.29+ 147.38 x; r = 0.9627**) Circumference (Y-1091.99 + 59.21 c) r= 0.9433, and also by the product of height (X) and circumference (C) (Y = -213.02.01 (X x C); r = 0.9858**). The fruit weight (Y) can also be predicted both by height (X) (Y1170.43+ 151.09 x; r = 0.9402) and product of Xx C (Y=-191.61 +2.06 X; r = 0.9873) This sutdy will be helpful to measure the volume and weight of the fruit in situ without destroying the fruit.
EFFECT OF NEW HERBICIDES IN LOW LAND RICE
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, S MURALI KRISHNASAMY , P POTHIRAJ ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, SP PALANIAPPAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, M MOOSASHERIFF ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

Pre-emergence application of anilofos at 0.4 kg ha-1 and piperophos at 1.0 kg haat 4th day after transplanting were effective in controlling Echinochloa crus-galli and other rice weeds. Fluoroxypyr at 0.8 kg ha-1 was found to control broad leaved and aquatic weeds effectively. Highest grain yield of 5808 kg ha and 7034 kg ha¹ was recorded in piperophos at 1.0 kg ha-1 and anilofos at 0.4 kg ha-1 treated plots in Kharif and summer respectively.
STUDIES ON IMPAIRED SEED-SET IN THE MOTHER PLANT DURING SORGHUM HYBRID SEED PRODUCTION.
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, V KRISHNASAMY , V RAMAKRISHNAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

Studies on the impaired seed-set during CoH2 hybrid seed production in Coimbatore District during December-January season revealed that 61 per cent of female (ms 2219A) plants exhibited the symptom of impaired seed-sed. Cent per cent of the affected plants were producing side shoot from any of the leaf axils. The problem of impaired sect-set relative to observations recorded is discussed.
CORRELATION AND PATH ANALYSIS OF YIELD COMPONENTS IN SUNFLOWER
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, R.K PALLIKONDAPERUMAL , S RAJASEKARAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

In Sunflower 100 seed weight diameter of head and plant height possessed high genotypic correlation with seed yield. While 100 seed weight had the maximum direct effect on seed yield, plant height and days to maturity contribute substantially through other related characters.
HETEROSIS FOR SEEDLING CHARACTERS IN COTTON (G. hirsutum L.)
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, P NAGARAJAN , M KADAMBAVANASUNDARAM ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, S.R SREE RANGASAMY ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

The present investigation aims to estimate the extent of heterosis through 'Line X Tester' model in 28 cross combinations for seedling characters such as, germination percentage, shoot lenth (em), root length (cm) and vigour index in cotton G. hirsutum L. The study indicated the possibility of attaining heterotic hybrids for seedling characters.
INTEGRATED NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT FOR RAINFED SORGHUM IN RED SOILS OF NORTH WESTERN ZONE OF TAMIL NADU
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, V VEERABADRAN , P RAJENDRAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

Field experiments conducted during 1986-88 at Regional Research Station, Paiyur, revealed that application of 30 Kg N and 20 Kg P2Os/ha in the form of enriched farm yard manure along with Azopirillum inoculation registered the highest yield increase over the traditional practice of application of farm yard manure alone, in rainfed laxpanicle sorghum grown in rad soils. Application of fertilizers in the form of enriched Fym produced greater response to applied nutrients than when applied as straight fertilizers.
PAIYUR-1 A NEW HIGH YIELDING SESAMUM STRAIN
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, M SURESH , A NARAYANAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, S THANGAVELU ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, R RAMASAMY ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, P VAIDYANATHAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

A new high yielding sesamum culture DPI 1523, a hybrid derivative of the cross Si 2511 X Si 2314, has been released as Paiyur 1. Maturing in 90-95 days duration, it is best suited to summer irrigated cropping in Tamil Nadu. It gives on an average, 650 Kg of seed yield per hectare under irrigated condition. Resistance to powdery mildew under field condition is an added virtue of this strain.
STUDIES ON CRITICAL LEVELS OF MAJOR NUTRIENTS FOR SOLANACEOUS VEGETABLE CROPS THROUGH MITCHERLICH MATHEMATICAL MODELS, DRIS AND INDUCTIVE APPROACHES
Authors:   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu, K SUBBIAH , S SUNDARARAJAN ,   Tamil Nadu Agricultural University Coimbatore  641 003 Tamilnadu
Published: August 2023

Field experiments were conducted at the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. Coimbatore to investigate the critical levels of N P K DRIS indices, fertilizer prescription for specified yield targets and for a cropping sequence in vegetable crop like brinjal (CO2) and tomato (CO3).
Um olhar isonômiconos conceitos da disciplina e do afeto
Authors: Guedes Lilian
Published: August 2023

O binômio dos conceitos “disciplina e afeto'' é de extrema celeuma e
encontrar o ponto tangível e equânime para obtermos o equilíbrio necessário, é o
grande desafio, tanto no entendimento parental, bem como, no âmbito educacional.
Este artigo visa descortinar estes conceitos, com base na neurociência,
possibilitando caminhos para uma autorregulação emocional.
Palavras chave: disciplina, afeto, neurociência e autorregulação emocional
Betty Neuman System Model: A Concept Analysis
Authors: Adnan Yaqoob , Rafat Jan , Salma Ratani , Santosh Kumar
Published: August 2023

Introduction: Nursing theories are critical as they drive nursing education, practice, and research. Neuman Systems Model (NSM) considers a person a complete system with integrated psychological, physiological, spiritual, social, and developmental components. Nurses give their patients physical, emotional, and psychological assistance and are subjected to mental and physical pressure due to these responsibilities, impacting their health, psychological well-being, and interpersonal relationships. This paper aims to perform a concept analysis of stressors proposed in NSM about lines of defense and the level of preventive interventions that can affect a person’s well-being. Further, this paper discusses knowledge generation through NSM’s applicability to preventing exhaustion and burnout among nurses. Methodology: This theoretical attempt is carried out using the theory analysis approach suggested by Walker and Avant (2019). Discussion: Nursing is a career that requires a great deal of dedication and personal engagement. Nurses are subjected to recurrent stresses due to technological advances and rising demands. Burnout occurs when nurses get discouraged and have less compassion for the patients due to recurrent burdens. Stress and burnout are two of the most common reasons for nurses to quit hospitals. The NSM is concerned with stresses that may affect a person’s health and well-being (prediction). Nurses assist patients at the most vulnerable and challenging times, such as surgical procedures, traumas and personal and physical losses. Conclusion: The NSM enables the investigation of preventative and protective treatments. Because of the model’s flexibility, it may be used in a wide range of nursing situations. Administrative, hospitals, clinics, and other nurses can benefit from this paradigm. Evaluating the many distinct elements contributing to burnout is also feasible. The model’s client factors of physiological, sociocultural, developmental, and spiritual characteristics are used to achieve this. Viewing the individual as an open system that responds to environmental stimuli encourages the existence of stressors that might lead to burnout.
Sustainable Development Work Aimed at Promoting Mental Health among Municipal Adult Students with Mental Health Problems
Authors: Ulla Damber , Lena Randevåg
Published: August 2023

The present study focuses on students and teachers in Swedish Municipal Adult Education, in a project aimed at helping students with diagnoses within the neuropsychiatric spectrum. The project aimed to support students to complete their studies for further higher education. As this is an overlooked group of students research results provide insights into students’ views on the project and conclusions regarding the sustainability of school development. In this qualitative study, five teachers and four teachers were observed and in-depth interviewed. Data were analyzed through inductive content analysis. Authentic relations between students and teachers, signified by mutual trust, proved important. As the teachers themselves had originated the ideas guiding the project, the development work had good prior conditions for further sustainable development. We conclude that autonomous teachers, who set up joint goals and provide individualized support for these students, enable academic success when flexibility, relations, and self-esteem characterize the work.
Diagnostic Challenge of Gitelman Syndrome: A Rare but Significant Cause of Electrolyte Imbalance
Authors: Lutfor Nessa , Arjan Singh , Muhammad Waqar Sharif , Joud Enabi , Mamoun Bashir
Published: August 2023

Objective: This case study presents a young female patient diagnosed with symptomatic electrolyte disturbances, later confirmed as Gitelman syndrome (GS). It highlights the underlying pathophysiology and emphasizes the importance of its proper management. Background: GS is a rare genetic disorder affecting kidney electrolyte reabsorption, leading to symptoms like weakness, muscle cramps, fatigue, nausea, and vomiting. Diagnosis involves lab tests and genetic confirmation, with treatment comprising electrolyte supplementation and medications. Ongoing management is vital to prevent complications. Case presentation: A 23-year-old Caucasian female presented to the ED with sudden weakness in all extremities, thirst, and lightheadedness. Lab results showed hyperglycemia 166 (70-100 mg/dL), severe hypokalemia 1.1 (3.6-5.1 mmol/L), mild hypercalcemia 11 (8.9-10.4 mg/dL), and severe hypophosphatemia 0.6 (2.3-7.0 mg/dL). Incidentally, she had prior hypokalemia history from a motor accident hospitalization and managed it with KCl for a year but stopped when symptoms improved. She was treated with electrolyte replacement and discharged with oral potassium. Five days later, she returned with severe hypokalemia 1.3, mild hypercalcemia 10.7, and severe hypophosphatemia 0.6. A 24-hour urinary test showed distal convoluted tubulopathy indicative of GS. She was treated with replacement therapy and spironolactone, with instructions for ongoing supplementation and follow-up with a nephrologist. Discussion: GS is mostly caused by mutations in the SLC12A3 gene, affecting the kidneys’ sodium chloride cotransporter function, as confirmed in our patient. Conclusion: While GS has no cure, appropriate treatment with medication and dietary adjustments can enhance patients’ quality of life by maintaining electrolyte balance. Healthcare providers’ awareness is crucial for effective care and complication prevention.