bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
AN ANALYSIS OF SPEAKING ACHIEVEMENT OF EXTROVERT AND INTROVERT STUDENTS AT THE SECOND YEAR STUDENTS OF ISLAMIC EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION STUDENTS OF STITNU SAKINAH DHARMASRAYA
Authors: Siska Widia
Published: January 2023

Personality is the part that influences student learning behavior. This behavior is significant in the teaching process. Two types of student personalities affect student learning behavior: open personality and closed personality. Students with available personalities are friendly, have many friends, and love to chat and collaborate with classmates. Meanwhile, students with introverted personalities tend to be quiet, shy, and aloof. This study intends to understand the spoken language scores of students with open and closed personalities. The sample from this study is 36 second-semester students of STITNU Sakinah Dharmasraya in the 2021/2022 academic year consisting of 18 students with open personalities and 18 students with closed personalities taken using stratified random sampling techniques. In collecting data, researchers used two types of research instruments. First is the personality test. The personality test aims to find the student's personality type between open and closed. The second is the speaking test which seeks to find the student's speaking score. The study results found that students with available personalities obtained good speaking scores (71. 66), and students with closed personalities received lower speech scores (49.55)
THE EFFECT OF USING ENGLISH AUTHENTIC READING MATERIALSON THE EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION ACHIEVEMENT AT SMP SWASTA MMA UISU MEDAN
Authors: Hasibuan Derliana , Harahap Dian Anggraini , Ginting Datulina , Suryadijaya Dharyana
Published: January 2023

Reading is one of many ways to get information, where people can find it from television and internet. As reading dominates all activities in the English subject, the language components,namely pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary should also be learnt to support the language skills. Based on the English teacher interview result that authentic reading materials have never been used by the teachers, reading comprehension on the eighth grade students of junior high school of SMP Swasta Mma Uisu Medan so it was necessary to conduct a research in this school. The research design was quasi experimental. It began from conducting homogeneity test, deciding the experimental class and the control class, giving activities to the control class using the common technique and material usually applied by the English teacher and treatments to the experimental class that was using authentic materials in teaching reading, then giving the same post-test to both classes, and the last analyzing the results of the post test by using t-test. The result of this research The analysis of the post test results showed that there was a significant effect of using English authentic that of reading materials the experimental class got higher mean score than the control class (65, 1>57, 5) of the students’ reading achievement. Then, the result of data analysis using SPSS showed that the t-test value (2-tailed) 0.000, was less than 0.05.is expected to provide useful information for the English teacher to use interesting materials, that is, authentic materials in the English teaching learning process, especially in teaching reading comprehension, since the authentic materials have never been used at SMP Swasta Mma Uisu Medan. Key Words : Authentic Materials, reading, comprehension.
EXTRINSIC MOTIVATION OF ENGLISH TEACHER IN TEACHING AND LEARNING PROCESS AT SMAN 4 KOTA SOLOK
Authors: Burhan Kristian , Oktira Yona Syaida , Amsa Helfany
Published: January 2023

This research aimed to analyze teachers’ extrinsic motivation in teaching and learning process. This research was descriptive research. In this research, this research used participant as the sample, the participant of this research was all of English teachers in SMA Negeri 4 Kota Solok. This research, the used three instruments to find the data, they are questionnaire, interview, and field-note. There are some results of this research; it can be concluded that teacher’s extrinsic motivation: first, the participants’ response, they were allowed to work independently, their school environment was conducive and it make them be comfortable. Second, the participants enjoy with their work, they were satisfied with their job, and they have good relationship with their manager and their students. Third, the participants were satisfied with their fringe benefits, they were satisfied with current salary, they had a job in which they could perform to the best their ability, and they would like to receive more feedback about their teaching from their manager and supervisor. Fourth, the participants would like rules and procedures at work to be clearer, the course material that they use offers variety in terms of activities and task, and they would like more involvement in the process of setting their students’ learning goal. Keyword: teaching and learning process, motivation, extrinsic motivation
PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KREATIF DAN SELF-EFFICACY SISWA MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN MATEMATIKA REALISTIK
Authors: Pasaribu Laili Habibah , Hasanah Dia
Published: January 2023

This research activity is focused on increasing students' creative thinking skills and self-efficacy through realistic mathematics learning (PMR). The type of research used is quantitative research with the method used in this study is a quasi-experimental (quasi-experimental). The instrument used consisted of a creative thinking ability test and a Self-Efficacy. The results showed that  the value of sig > the significance level was 0.541 > 0.05 then Ho was accepted, which means that there was a significant increase between students' creative thinking abilities and self-efficacy with realistic mathematics learning. Based on research findings that realistic mathematics learning (PMR) can be recommended as one of the learning approaches used in schools primarily to achieve creative thinking competence and Self-Efficacy.
THE USE OF MONOPOLY GAME AS A TEACHING MEDIA TO ENHANCE STUDENTS’ ABILITY IN PRESENT CONTINUOUS TENSE (A Classroom Action Research at the Eighth Grade of SMP Katolik Unggulan Santa Maria Timika)
Authors: Faidah Ria Miftachul , Lessu Deasy Natalia , Nur Ridwan
Published: January 2023

Grammar is the basic knowledge of language to understand English perfectly. Some students who study English face difficulties in understanding grammar, especially in mastering present continuous tense. The teacher must find new techniques to improve the students' mastery in grammar. Monopoly game is one of the techniques used to assist students in mastering present continuous tense. The aim of this research was to find out the implementation of Monopoly Game as teaching media in improving the students’ ability in learning present continuous tense. Method: This research applied classroom action research to collect the data, which was carried out through four steps. They were planning, action, observation, and reflection. The subjects of this study were 31 students at the eighth grade of SMP Katolik Unggulan Santa Maria Timika in the academic year of 2022/2023. The research findings showed that there was a development on the students’ ability in present continuous tense. It was proven by the mean score of pre-test was 28, the mean score of post-test in the cycle I was 50, and the mean score of post-test in the cycle II was 72. The percentage of the students’ score in the pre-test was 3,2%, and the percentage of the students’ score in the post test of the cycle I improved into 32%. It means that there was improvement as much as 28,8%. Then, the percentage of the students’ score in the post test of the cycle II was 77%. It means that the improvement was 73,8%. From the data above, it is indicated that using Monopoly Game as teaching media in learning present continuous tense was effective. It can be concluded that the students’ ability in present continuous tense had been improved by using Monopoly Game as the teaching media
PENGARUH KEMAMPUAN PENALARAN MATEMATIS DAN SELF-EFFICACY TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR MATEMATIKA SISWA
Authors: AR Rezki Amaliyah , Arifin Sartika , Aprianti Aprianti
Published: January 2023

The objective of this study was to determine the effect of mathematical reasoning ability and self- efficacy on mathematics learning outcomes of Class XI MIPA students at SMA Negeri 1 Polewali. This study was ex-post facto research. In addition, samples were Class XI MIPA students of SMA Negeri 1 Polewali, totaling 92 people, selected using simple random sampling. Instruments employed to collect data were (1) the mathematical reasoning ability test, (2) the self-efficacy questionnaire, and (3) the mathematics learning outcomes test. Results showed that: (1) The mathematical reasoning ability of Class XI MIPA students at SMA Negeri 1 Polewali was in the moderate category; (2) The self-efficacy of Class XI MIPA students at SMA Negeri 1 Polewali was in the high category; (3) The mathematics learning outcomes of Class XI MIPA students at SMA Negeri 1 Polewali was in the moderate category; (4) The mathematical reasoning ability had a significant and positive effect on students' mathematics learning outcomes; (5) The self-efficacy had a significant and positive effect on students' mathematics learning outcomes; (6) Mathematical reasoning ability and self-efficacy simultaneously had a significant and positive effect on students' mathematics learning outcomes.
IMPLEMENTASI CASE METHOD (PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS PEMECAHAN KASUS) DITINJAU DARI KEMAMPUAN KOLABORATIF MAHASISWA
Authors: Fauzi Asri , Ermiana Ida , Rosyidah Awal Nur Kholifatur , Sobri Muhammad
Published: January 2023

The goal to be achieved in this study is to determine the effectiveness of the implementation of the case method (case-solving-based learning) in terms of students' collaborative abilities. This type of research is a quasi-experimental study with the research subjects used as many as 29 PGSD students at the University of Mataram. The instrument of this research used a questionnaire on student collaborative abilities totaling 25 statements with a Likert scale of 1 to 4. The questionnaire was given to students twice, namely before and after learning using the case method. The data analysis technique in this study is the normality test as a prerequisite test, the t-test to determine the difference in the average pretest and posttest collaborative questionnaires, and the N-Gain score test to conclude. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of the case method is effective in terms of students' collaborative abilities.Keywords: case method, collaborative ability.
PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN PEMAHAMAN KONSEP MATEMATIKA MENGGUNAKAN MODEL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING PADA MATERI POLA BILANGAN DI KELAS VIII SMP NEGERI 3 WERTAMRIAN KABUPATEN KEPULAUAN TANIMBAR
Authors: Ratuanik Mesak , Lolonlun Blasius , Bacori Zakarias
Published: January 2023

This study aims to determine the learning design of speech pattern material for class VIII students of SMP Negeri 3 Wertamrrian using a problem based learning model and determine students' ability to understand mathematical concepts through number patterns after using a problem-based learning model for class VIII students of SMP Negeri 3 Wertamrrian. This research was conducted at SMP Negeri 3 Wertamrian, Tanimbar Islands Regency in November 2022. This type of research is a qualitative research using a research design. Data collection methods used are research documentation, written tests and interviews. The data analysis technique used is data reduction, data presentation and conclusions or verification. The results of the study design research using a problem based learning (PBL) model on Bialngan Pattern material in class VIII of SMP Negeri 3 Wertamrian are as follows: (a) In the first and second meeting learning, the researcher reviewed the material related to the learning objectives to be achieved. (b) The researcher gave 2 problems to students, namely 1 problem at the first meeting and 1 problem at the second meeting. Then ask students to check the sentences or questions contained in the problem that they have not understood. (c) Researchers divide students into groups to solve problems. (d) Researchers assist students in solving the problems given by providing the supports that have been provided in the HLT that the researchers designed. (e) Researchers provide opportunities for group representatives to present each problem that has been discussed. (f) Researchers together with students discuss and check the results of the discussions that have been presented and evaluate the learning process that occurs. (2) The ability to understand mathematical concepts of class VIII SMP Negeri 3 Wertamrian on number pattern material after following the mathematics learning process using PBL is as follows: (a) In problem 1, students have a more dominant concept understanding ability in indicators 1, 3 and 4, namely restating each concept, presenting the concept in various forms of mathematical representation and using, utilizing and selecting certain procedures or operations in solving problems. (b) In problem 2, students have more dominant concept understanding skills in indicators 1, 3 and 4, namely restating each concept, presenting concepts in various forms of mathematical representation and using, utilizing, and choosing certain procedures or operations in solving problems.
Analisis Proses Rekrutmen Dan Seleksi Karyawan Pada PT. Bakrie Sumatera Plantations Tbk Ditinjau dari Perspektif Islam
Authors: Adrian Muhammad Fikri , Anggraini Tuti
Published: January 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the employee recruitment and selection process carried out by PT Bakie Sumatera Plantations from an Islamic perspective. The research method used is descriptive qualitative. Retrieval of data obtained using interview techniques and field observations. The implementation of the recruitment and selection carried out by PT Bakrie Sumatera Plantations prioritizes the capabilities of prospective employees. The method used by PT Bakrie is also in accordance with Islamic principles which use an open system by using social media and cooperation with the Department of Labor as information dissemination. The nepotism that was carried out at PT Bakrie was based on the ability of prospective employees with a record of passing the tests determined by the company.
La seguridad alimentaria como instrumento para reducir la desnutrición crónica infantil en Ecuador. Una revision
Authors: Vega Játiva Milton , Meza Cruz Blanca , Solórzano Giler José , Macias Arias Enrique Javier
Published: January 2023

En Ecuador, el combate de la desnutrición crónica infantil se plantea como una estrategia nacional que se constituyó en una opción de política pública con sustento legal en la Constitución de la República, considerado como un proyecto emblemático. El objetivo fue mejorar la situación nutricional de la población, con énfasis en niños/as menores de cinco años. Uno de los componentes del proyecto estuvo orientado al “acceso de las familias al consumo de alimentos saludables”, mediante la instalación de pequeños huertos para la producción de hortalizas, verduras, especies frutales, medicinales, complementando con la crianza de animales menores como fuente de proteína. Se combinó la implementación de huertos (MAGAP) con el acceso a controles de salud a menores, madres embarazadas y en periodo de lactancia (MSP), desarrollo infantil y acceso al bono de desarrollo humano (MIES), programas de educación para erradicar el analfabetismo puro y funcional (ME), saneamiento y vivienda (MIDUVI); este trabajo formó parte de una planificación conjunta y un sistema oportuno de monitoreo y evaluación. La Estrategia logró captar la atención de los Gobiernos Locales, varios de los cuales establecieron políticas públicas a través de ordenanzas municipales, destinando presupuesto y personal para el proyecto. El aporte de todos los actores contribuyó a reducir la prevalencia de la desnutrición crónica del 26% en el año 2010 al 22% en el 2012
Actividad física para mejorar el equilibrio de los adultos mayores del programa de envejecimiento activo del cantón Chone
Authors: Andrade Farfán Paola , Balda Zambrano Dr. Harry
Published: January 2023

Resumen

 

La tercera edad es una etapa que inicia a partir de los 60 años, abarca una época importante de la vida de las personas y el ejercicio físico es una estrategia para mejorar su calidad de vida. El objetivo de este estudio fue determinar la efectividad de un programa de actividad física para mejorar el equilibrio en los adultos mayores del programa de Envejecimiento Activo del Cantón Chone. Se establecieron los fundamentos teóricos que sustentaron la importancia del equilibrio en el adulto mayor. Fue necesario identificar mediante evaluación física el grado de equilibrio. La metodología fue descriptiva, de corte transversal con enfoque cualitativo y cuantitativo. Se usó el método estadístico para realizar la tabulación y análisis de los datos, a través del software SPSS V. 25, guiando en la realización de las conclusiones. Como técnicas se aplicó la escala de Tinetti para el equilibrio encaminada a la búsqueda de ataxia sensitiva como la causa sindromática en aquellos pacientes que presentan desequilibrio o dificultad para la marcha y una entrevista a experto. Los resultados obtenidos fueron expuestos en tablas de frecuencias y porcentajes que permitieron concluir que, los resultados obtenidos con la aplicación de la escala Tinetti, permiten conocer que el equilibrio del adulto mayor está entre adaptativo y normal, respectivamente, tomando en cuenta que el puntaje máximo del equilibrio es 16, resultados que orientan al fortalecimiento del programa de actividad física, con lo cual se podrá fortalecer la capacidad básica del equilibrio en los adultos mayores y evitar las caídas.
La comunidad de aprendizaje en el desarrollo de capacidades emprendedoras
Authors: Hernández Saltos Mariuxy Edelina , Rodríguez Loor Mg. Grace
Published: January 2023

El presente trabajo investigativo tuvo como objetivo identificar las estrategias de fortalecimiento de la comunidad de aprendizaje en relación a las capacidades emprendedoras de estudiantes de bachillerato de Manabí, Ecuador. Se desarrolló bajo enfoque cuali-cuantitativo. El tipo de investigación fue bibliográfico, descriptivo y exploratorio; se obtuvieron datos relevantes de la problemática y el análisis específico de la realidad investigada, se tomó como referencia la selección y revisión de fuentes investigativas realizada en una institución educativa, se utilizó el método probabilístico estratificado de tipo aleatorio y simple. Las técnicas de investigación utilizadas fueron a través de la encuesta a estudiantes y entrevista a los dirigentes. Los instrumentos de investigación fueron validados por expertos. Los resultados de la encuesta a estudiantes presentaron de mayor a menor preferencia las charlas motivacionales, seguida de los talleres de liderazgo, oratorias, valores, capacitaciones. La conclusión es que los estudiantes lograron distinguir que entre las capacidades emprendedoras de mayor relevancia están aquellas potencialidades que permite a las personas identificar oportunidades de negocio; además es necesario identificar los factores positivos y negativos para ejecutar cambios los cuales benefician el desarrollo de las capacidades emprendedoras, siempre y cuando se promueva la práctica de la inclusión, la igualdad y el diálogo.
Determination of the indoor air quality and occupancy satisfaction in architecture studios during model making process
Authors: TUNA KAYILI Merve , YETİŞ Caner
Published: January 2023

In this study, measurements were performed to determine the indoor air quality and thermal comfort, evaluated to ASHRAE standard during the model making process of the students in the studios where architectural education was given, and whether the low indoor air quality obtained had an effect on the health of the students was determined by the survey method. As a result of the measurements, it was determined that the size of the studio space was largely effective in maintaining the indoor air quality for a long time, and although the natural ventilation continued uninterrupted during the model making, the indoor quality in the studios reached the values that would threaten the health of the students. In addition, it was determined that female students were more disturbed by the low indoor quality than male students.
Factors Affecting Utilization of Healthcare and Legal Services by Domestic Violence Survivors in Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi City County, Kenya
Authors: Karimi Pamela , Ngare Grace Wamue , Bonareri Grace Okongo
Published: January 2023

Domestic violence is a criminal offense and a violation of fundamental human rights as provided in the Kenya Penal Code, the Sexual offences Act 2006, and the Constitution 2010 among other legal frameworks at the international, regional, and national level. Given the profound health impact and the link between abuse severity and the well-being of the survivors over time, coupled with the need to enhance protection and legal support, healthcare and legal services are critical in domestic violence management. Using Public enforcement of law theory, this paper posits that government agents for instance healthcare providers, chiefs, police, and prosecutors can detect and sanction violators of law, thereby preventing and responding to domestic violence crimes. The theory further argues that survivors hold primary information and can only provide it if they perceive the justice system as helpful. Legal and healthcare service providers are essential in assisting domestic violence survivors because of their complementary roles. Using a mixed methods descriptive survey design, this paper highlights factors that affect utilization of healthcare and legal services by domestic violence survivors in Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi City County, Kenya
Relationship between Student Anxiety and Achievement in Mathematics among Secondary School Students in Ganze District Kilifi County Kenya
Authors: Mweni Nickson Tsofa , O’Connor Marguerite M. , Kerich Wilson
Published: January 2023

This article is based on a bigger study which sought to establish the relationship between affective factors with students` achievement in mathematics. The article shares findings from the study objective to establish the relationship between student anxiety and achievement in mathematics. Descriptive Survey research design on a sample size of 250 students used a mathematics anxiety rating scale and mathematics achievement test to collect quantitative data. The computational formula of Pearson`s product-moment correlation coefficient  determined the null hypothesis, “there is no statistically significant relationship between student anxiety and achievement in mathematics”. The study found that there was a statistically significant positive correlation coefficient of  between student anxiety and achievement in mathematics. This implies that student anxiety is indirectly proportional to achievement in mathematics. However, analysis based on gender differences contradicts the stereotype that females are always of higher anxiety levels towards mathematics than males. Males in mixed-boarding and mixed-day secondary schools indicated lower anxiety levels than females, unlike in single-sex boarding secondary schools where both genders indicated similar anxiety levels towards mathematics. The study recommends mathematics teachers have to build up friendly situation that avoids anxiety in a classroom environment for better achievement since student anxiety is indirectly proportional to achievement in mathematics
To Determine the Effect of Iliopsoas MET along with the Conventional Therapy on Pain, Functional Disability and lumbar lordosis in the Patients with Non-Specific Low Back Pain
Authors: Khushboo Kuiya  , Sneha Joshi  , Vijay Kaushik
Published: January 2023

Background: Low back pain is one of most frequent causes of disability. Non-specific low back pain is the lowback pain not attributable to a recognizable, known specific pathology (e.g. infection, tumour, osteoporosis,fracture, structural deformity, inflammatory disorder, radicular syndrome, cauda equina syndrome, etc.) IliopsoasMET helps to improve pain, functional disability and hyper Lordotic curve. Combination of Iliopsoas MET andconventional therapy may have positive effects on non- specific low back pain.Method: 40 female subjects with non-specific low back pain participated in the experimental study, underwenttreatment for duration of 4 weeks after receiving informed consent. They were evaluated and randomized into2 groups’ i.e. experimental group receiving Iliopsoas MET along with conventional therapy and control groupreceiving conventional therapy only. . The Pre and Post values of NPRS, MODI and lumbar lordosis were recordedat the start of the treatment and consecutively after the end of the treatment.Conclusion: Iliopsoas MET along with the conventional therapy was found to be more effective in decreasingpain and disability in patients with non – specific low back pain. Iliopsoas MET shows better results in reducinghyperlordotic curve and hence decreasing low back pain.
A Study to Evaluate Correlation between Respiratory Function Measures – MVV, FEV1, FVC and FEV1/FVC Ratio to Pain, Disability Index and Craniocervical Angle in Persons with and without Chronic Neck Pain
Authors: Maulik Shah  , Sweety Shah  , Vaibhavi Ved
Published: January 2023

Back ground: Chronic neck pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal pain conditions experienced bymany people during their lives. Due to increased use of Tech devices & modern life style, forward head posture& resultant neck pain becomes quiet common. Although patients with neck pain are managed predominantly asmusculoskeletal patients, there are indications that they also have poor pulmonary function as limited movementof the neck muscles can result in impaired chest movements. The aim of this study was to examine whetherpatients with chronic neck pain have impaired pulmonary measures.Methodology: A cross sectional observational study was conducted to evaluate pulmonary function measures inpatients with chronic neck pain.100 subjects included dividing them into 2 groups. Group A: Patients with ChronicNeck Pain. Group B: Age & sex matched healthy individuals. Written Consent was taken from the subjects andthe subjects were made to understand the purpose of the study. Spirometry was performed for all the subjects.Forced vital capacities (FVC), forced expiratory volume in the first second of FVC (FEV1), ratio of FEV1/FVC andmaximum voluntary ventilation (MVV) were recorded. Neck Disability Index (NDI), Numeric Pain Rating Scale(NPRS) for pain & Craniocervical Angle (CCA) had also been considered for both the groups.Results: Data analysis was done using Microsoft office Excel. The results showed that patients with chronic neckpain yielded significantly reduced FVC, FEV1 and maximum voluntary ventilation (P < 0.005), but FEV1/FVCratio were not affected significantly (P > 0.5). Craniocervical Angle & Pain Intensity was found to be significantlycorrelated with respiratory function.Conclusion: Patients with chronic neck pain do not have optimal pulmonary function. Cervical spine muscledysfunction in parallel with pain intensity and kinesiophobia are factors that are associated mainly with thisrespiratory dysfunction.
Effect of Iliopsoas Muscle Release on Running Speed in Recreational Runners
Authors: Samruddhi D. Patil  , Poonam Patil
Published: January 2023

Background and Objective: Running has steadily gained worldwide popularity and is the primary mode ofexercise for many. This, increase in activities have further observed a steady increase in the incidences of injuries.Recreational function and activities like running results in hip pain, limitation of motion or both. Iliopsoas, beingthe primary and the strongest hip flexor plays an important role in maintaining integrity and strength of hip joint.Iliopsoas muscle tightness occur as a result of overuse or strain in recreational runners. The primary aim of thisstudy was to find the effect of iliopsoas release on running speed in recreational runners.Materials and methodology: 40 recreational runners were included in the study. Static release and Dynamicrelease was given to the patients. A pre-test Assessment of Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) on rest, and on activity,Manual Muscle Testing (MMT), Range Of Motion (ROM) and Straight Line Sprint Test (SPT) was taken.Result: Pain is significantly reduced during both, rest and VAS exercise. The mobility of the hip joint hassignificantly increased based on the ROM. There is a significant improvement on muscle strength evaluated byMMT.Conclusion: There is significant increase in running speed of recreational runners, along with significant decreasein pain.
Correlation of Fatigue with Cognition and Motor Performance among Stroke Patients
Authors: Pooja U Shetty  , Haripriya S  , Suresh BV
Published: January 2023

Introduction: Post-Stroke Fatigue (PSF) is the most common debilitating and persistent symptom after a stroke.The impact of fatigue increases during the first year of post-stroke. When most of the recovery has taken place,fatigue could remain an important problem with disabling consequences for everyday life. Understanding theeffect of PSF on cognition and mobility outcomes will help to better manage existing fatigue symptoms in strokepatients and develop strategies to optimize mobility and cognitive performance in patients with the chronic stageof stroke. With this background in mind, the present study aims at establishing a relationship between post-strokefatigue and cognitive and motor performance among persons with stroke.Aim: To correlate fatigue with cognition and motor performance in stroke patientsMaterials and Method: This is the pilot study where 15 post-stroke patients fulfilling the inclusion and exclusioncriteria were included by using the purposive sampling technique. Fatigue was assessed using Fatigue Scale forMotor and Cognitive Function. Motor Function was assessed by using Fugl Meyer Scale for upper and lowerextremity, Chedokes Arm and Hand Inventory, Lower Extremity Functional Scale, and Berg Balance Scale.Cognition was assessed by using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment Scale. Using the scores of these scales, fatiguewas correlated with motor and cognitive functions using Karl Pearson’s correlation test.Result: The study found a moderately significant correlation between Fatigue and Cognition (r=-0.605 p<0.05) anda highly significant correlation between fatigue and motor performance (r=-0.804 p<0.001).Conclusion: This study provides evidence that post-stroke fatigue has significant relationships with both motorperformance and cognitive performance. It is important to consider the influence of fatigue when planning anddelivering interventions for individuals with stroke.
Comparison of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation with other exercises on Pain and Disability in patients with Non-specific Chronic Low Back Pain: A Meta Analysis
Authors: Rakesh Ranjan  , Smriti Singh  , Kumari Sandhya  , Ganesh Chauhan  , Amit Kumar
Published: January 2023

Background: Low back pain (LBP) is encountered in both developed and developing countries. It has becomeone of the commonest health threats. Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) exercises are designed toenhance stimulation of proprioception in neuromuscular junction, thereby leading to greater reduction in painand disability score along with increase in ROM and core strength. Therefore, the present study is intended tocompare the role of PNF and other exercise approach.Objectives: To compare the effect of Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) and other exerciseapproaches in Non-specific low back pain.Methods: In this review, Pub Med, Google Scholar, Cochrane CENTRAL databases were searched for prospectivestudies fulfilling inclusion and exclusion criteria. Randomized controlled trials comparing PNF with othertreatment techniques to treat chronic non-specific low back pain were included in this review. Data was extractedand assessed for the quality of the trials by two independent reviewers. The results were presented in form offorest plots.Results: 11 studies were included in the review for qualitative analysis and meta-analysis. All the studieshowever,relatively little study has been undertaken examining the effects of massage on women in labour. Methods. Arandomized controlled study was conducted between September 1999 and January 2000. Sixty primiparouswomen expected to have a normal childbirth at a regional hospital in southern Taiwan were randomly assignedto either the experimental (n=30 were included in the meta-analysis of pain and eight of the studies were includedin the meta-analysis of the functional disability due to back pain. Overall, there was a small reduction in painintensity of low back pain in patients receiving PNF treatment as compared to other treatment techniques (SMD:-1.41 [95% CI: -1.97, -0.84], I2= 82.9%; p<0.000). ). There was marked improvement in functional disability in lowback patients after PNF than other treatment techniques (SMD: -1.63 [95% CI: -2.28, -0.98], I2= 80.8%; p<0.000).Conclusion: PNF group was more beneficial than other treatment techniques in decreasing pain and functionaldisability scores in 4- to 6-week intervention. This meta-analysis suggests publication bias.
Towards The Elimination of Residential Building Structural Failures Through International Best Implementation Practices in Nigeria
Authors: Yakubu, U.S. , Adeboye A.B. , Baiyegunhi M.C. , Idachaba K.M.
Published: January 2023

Structural failures and the total collapse of mid-rise residential buildings are common phenomena in Nigeria. The rate at which buildings collapse in Nigeria, the frequency of this occurrence, and the magnitude of the losses which are recorded in terms of lives and properties, are becoming alarming. Such incidents are reaching an unprecedented level and have become a major source of concern, not only to the government at all levels but to all stakeholders involved. This paper identifies and examines structural building regulatory implementation and enforcement practices, focusing on stakeholders’ perceptions of building regulatory enforcement and compliance in Nigeria. Quantitative data were captured via a structured questionnaire survey of architects, builders, and engineers, with valid responses received from 378 (63%), and semi-structured face-to-face interviews with industry professionals from different disciplines, such as structural engineers, heads of building departments, site managers, architects, quantity surveyors, builders and project site supervisors, enabled stakeholders’ perceptions of building regulatory enforcement and compliance to be obtained. Using the software SPSS for descriptive and inferential statistical analysis and Nvivo 10 for the qualitative analysis, the quantitative findings revealed that stakeholders’ perceptions of building regulatory enforcement and compliance are that these are very low and unsatisfactory. The qualitative findings yielded a large amount of multiple-interlocking reasons for the lack of compliance, which were anchored in inadequate project supervision, poverty levels, inadequate regulatory awareness, and inadequate professional experience. The findings emphasise the need for the Nigerian house-building sector to adopt international best regulatory implementation practices in order to eliminate mid-rise residential building structural failures through short-term and long-term initiative measures. The sector should focus on systemic and attitudinal change, implementation through capacity building and team work, double-loop feedback learning, and a continual evaluation of the implementation process with a view towards improving residential building construction regulatory practices in Nigeria.
SEXUAL HEALTH AND ALIENATION AMONG GAY AND TRANSGENDER ADULTS
Authors: Bose Rhea , Chothani Karsan
Published: January 2023

In today's modern world everyone is bound to feel alienated due to certain lifestyle choices, preferences or decisions they make. Alienation occurs when a person withdraws or becomes isolated from their environment or from other people. Objective: The present research was under taken to study the feeling of alienation among gay and transgender subjects with regards to their sexual health. Method: The total sample was of 60 participants comprising of 30 gay and 30 transgender subjects. Purposive sampling technique along with snowball technique was used to collect the sample. Alienation Scale by Hardeo Ojha was used as a tool to measure the level of alienation. To analyze and interpret the data, mean, standard deviation and T-test were used. Results: The results of the present study indicate that there exists a significant difference with regard to the feeling of alienation among gay and transgender subjects. Also with regard to their sexual health, there exist significant differences among gay and transgender subjects.
WOMEN IN PATRIARCHY: CRITIQUING THE POSITION OF MANIPURI WOMEN IN M.K. BINODINI DEVI’S THE PRINCESS AND THE POLITICAL AGENT
Authors: Chowdhury Payel Dutta
Published: January 2023

India’s northeast is an amalgamation of varied cultures and traditions. A deep dive into the cultural practices of the different tribes showcase the varied positions of women and gender roles. The state of Manipur is widely known for the unique status of women in the society and is prominent for the active role played by them in shaping the history of the state. In this context, the years 1904 and 1939 are memorable in Manipur primarily because of the two historical wars spearheaded by the Manipuri women against the British imperialists.
This paper looks at the patriarchal setup in the Manipuri society, particularly during the imperial regime, through noted author M.K. Binodini Devi’s book, The Princess and the Political Agent (2020). While exploring the position of women in a patriarchal setup, the study draws parallels to women’s situations from narratives of different genres, particularly, the author’s memoir titled The Maharaja’s Household (2015), which is also set in the backdrop of the British colonial regime in Manipur.
DEVELOPMENT OF OPTIMAL COMPOSITION OF DRILLING FLUID FILLER FOR OPEN HOLE WELL COMPLETION
Authors:   Korkyt Ata Kyzylorda University, SULEIMENOV N.S.
Published: January 2023

Experimental studies were carried out to determine the effect of inert fillers on the filtration properties of clay cakes during their formation. The sequence of experiments corresponds to the sequence of stages: formation of the main structure of the filter cake (simulation of the opening process by drilling), treatment of the bottomhole zone to restore the initial permeability (for example, during chemical destruction of the filter cakes) and washing out of process fluid filtrates from the bottomhole zone into the well. The solid phase in the drilling fluid can be represented by both structure-forming clay particles and fillers (barite, crushed cuttings, bridging agents, etc.). Moreover, fillers can have individual particles of a size of a colloidal degree of dispersion and significantly affect the filtration performance of drilling suspensions. It is especially important to evaluate the influence of the composition of the solid phase of the clay suspension on the filtration properties at the stage of formation of the main structure of the filter cake. This stage is characterized by a non-stationary filtration process. In essence, the bulk of the studies of filtration processes is carried out in this mode. In our case, it is necessary to determine the dependence of the filtration index of solutions Пр on the composition of the solid phase. In the course of experimental studies, it was confirmed that subsequent filtration through the cakes formed at stage 1 equally depends on the magnitude and nature of the drawdown application, as in stage 1, as well as on the permeability of the filter cake and the clogging zone. Therefore, the research methodology at stage 2 required supplementing experiments with the formation and modification of filter cakes during filtration through permeable sand packs.
MODIFICATION OF BITUMEN WITH RECYCLED PLASTICS FROM WASTE MATERIALS
Authors:   Caspian University of Technology and Engineering named after Sh . Yesenova, Aktau, Republic of Kazakhstan, IMANBAYEV Y.I. , BUSSURMANOVA A.CH. ,   Caspian University of Technology and Engineering named after Sh . Yesenova, Aktau, Republic of Kazakhstan, AKKENZHEYEVA A.SH. ,   Caspian University of Technology and Engineering named after Sh . Yesenova, Aktau, Republic of Kazakhstan, ONGARBAYEV Y.K. ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Almaty, Kazakhstan, SERIKBAYEVA A.K. ,   Caspian University of Technology and Engineering named after Sh . Yesenova, Aktau, Republic of Kazakhstan, ABDIBATTAYEVA M.M. ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University; KAZAKHSTAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 93G/5 Al-Farabi Ave., Almaty, 050060, Republic of Kazakhstan, SOLODOVA E.V. ,   Al-Farabi Kazakh National University; KAZAKHSTAN UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 93G/5 Al-Farabi Ave., Almaty, 050060, Republic of Kazakhstan, ZAITOVA S.Т. ,   SCIENTIFIC ENGINEERING CENTER "NEFT" OF THE NATIONAL ENGINEERING ACADEMY OF THE REPUBLIC OF KAZAKHSTAN 80, Bogenbai Batyr str., Almaty, 050010, Republic of Kazakhstan
Published: January 2023

It is proposed to use plastic waste as bitumen modifiers with a special emphasis on recycled plastics. The potential use for improving the characteristics of bitumen and durability of roads is being considered. For the preparation of modified bitumen, it was used the BND 100/130 bitumen produced by LLP "JV CASPI BITUMEN" (Kazakhstan). Polymer household waste based on plastic bottles was used as objects of the research. Polymer waste was obtained by mechanical recycling. The main physical and mechanical characteristics of the modified bitumen were determined after routine tests, penetration and plasticity, softening temperature, Fraas brittleness temperature and microscopic analysis. The morphology of the modified bitumen was studied using scanning electron microscopy. An original formulation of the polymer-bitumen binder with improved performance characteristics compared to petroleum bitumen has been developed. The introduction of used polymer waste as a modifier does not require the installation of an additional homogenizer (colloidal mill), and there is no need to introduce a plasticizer to achieve the desired uniformity of the system and required by the Kazakhstan standard PMB 40 and PMB 90. Thanks to the use of this technological solution, it is possible to level the problem of disposal of household polymer waste with the polymer-bitumen binder production. This polymer modifier is characterized by low cost of its production. The advantage of the used polymer additive is the stage of polymer preparation - the process of joint chemical destruction of secondary polyethylene terephthalate in the presence of a highly elastic styrene-butadiene-styrene polymer to inhibit the delamination of polymer components in bitumen, due to which the problem of manufacturing high-quality homogenization of the product is solved.
Morphometry and Variation in Os Sacrum
Authors: BAĞCI UZUN Gökçe , AYDIN Merve , KAMAŞAK Burcu , ZENCİRCİ Büşra , ULCAY Tufan , NİSARİ Mehtap , PEKMEZ Hıdır
Published: January 2023

Aim: The merger of the fifth lumbar vertebrae with the first sacral vertebrae is called the sacralisation of the lumbar vertebrae. The purpose of this study, changes in the os sacrum with sacralisation were detected, and morphometric measurements were made.Materials and Methods: Measurements on 30 sacrum bones in the laboratory from the Department of Anatomy were performed using a digital caliper with a sensitivity of 0.01 millimeters (mm). Os sacrum measurements were taken. Results: In one of the examined sacrums, it was found that tuberositas ossis sacri had the form of a pit, and on the underside of it, there was a pronounced groove. The processus transverse of the last lumbar vertebra fused with the os sacrum was not noticeably fused. Partial sacralisation was detected in the linea transversa at the anterior junction of the os sacrum and the last lumbar vertebra. It was determined that 21 of the sacrums had four foramina sacralia, and 9 of them had five variational foramina sacralia. Conclusion: It was determined that structural changes might occur in the sacrum and that the number of foramina sacralia may be different. We believe that knowing the morphometric measurements of the sacrum will guide clinicians in the analysis of sacrum fractures and sacrum.
Analysis of the Effect of Liquidity Ratios, Solvency and Activity on the Financial Performance of the Company (Literature Review of Corporate Financial Management)
Authors: Medeline Effendie Jessica , Henny A. Manafe  , Stanis Man
Published: January 2023

This article reviews the influence that aims to really know about liquidity ratios, slovability, and activities that affect the company's financial performance. Liquidity is proxied by current ratio (CR), solvability is proxied by debt to equity ratio (DER), activity is proxied by inventory turnover (InvTO) and total asset turn over (TATO), while the company's financial performance is proxied by return on equity (ROE).  This article was written in order to determine the hypothesis of the influence between variables that can be used in subsequent research. The results of the library research are: 1) Current ratio (CR) separately affects return on equity (ROE); 2) Debt to equity ratio (DER) has a separate impact on return on equity (ROE); 3) Inventory turn over (InvTO) has a separate effect on return on equity (ROE); 4) Total asset turn over (TATO) has a partial impact on return on equity (ROE); 5) CR, DER, InvTO, TATO simultaneously have a positive effect on ROE.
Stability Analysis of Macroeconomic Effect on The Jakarta Composite Index (JCI) During 2006-2021
Authors: Ningrum Mersa Lestari , Matrodji H Mustafa
Published: January 2023

This research aims to provide empirical evidence of macroeconomic effects on the Jakarta Composite Stock Price Index (JCI), precisely the exchange rate, GDP, gold prices, oil prices, and U.S. interest rates, as well as whether there are changes in the structure or stability of the regression during 2006-2021. The study employs quantitative research techniques such as panel data regression and dummy regression analysis with EViews 12. The results show that: (1) The exchange rate significantly negatively affects the JCI. (2) GDP significantly positively affect the JCI. (3) Gold prices significantly positively affect the JCI. (4) Oil prices significantly positively affect the JCI. (5) U.S. interest rates significantly positively affect the JCI. (6). The structure or stability regression of the macroeconomic effect on the JCI varies yearly. It means there is a change in the structure or stability of the regression during 2006-2021.