bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGARUH KEPEMIMPINAN TRANSFORMASIONAL, KERJASAMA TIM DAN KOMUNIKASI TERHADAP MOTIVASI KERJA KARYAWAN DI PT. AGRICINAL
Authors: Indiani Suci , Onsardi Onsardi
Published: March 2024

Employee performance is the result of the work or contribution of employees to an organization or company in quality and quantity in accordance with predetermined standards based on the responsibilities given. Employee performance also influences output, timeframe, and attendance at work, as well as cooperative attitudes and professionalism at work. In order for employees to provide good performance for the company, the company needs to pay attention to what factors affect the performance of an employee. This study aims to analyze the effect of transformational leadership, teamwork, and communication on employee performance at PT. North Bengkulu Agriculture This study uses the entire population as respondents, namely as many as 90 people who are registered as employees of PT. Agricinal. Data was collected through observation, interviews, and questionnaires. The results of the data obtained were analyzed using validity and reliability tests. The analysis technique used is the multiple linear regression analysis technique. A transformational leadership style has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Teamwork has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Communication has a positive and significant effect on employee performance. 
Keywords: Leadership style, Teamwork, Communication, Work motivation,
Investigating the Gravity Beneficiation Consequence on Farin-Lamba (Plateau State) Cassiterite towards Tin Oxide Production
Authors: Oyelola Alabi Oladunni , Olatunde Borode Joseph , Ebenezer Ajaka Oyedele , Elizabeth Gbadamosi Yemisi
Published: March 2024

This research aims to assess the amenability of Farin-Lamba cassiterite to the gravity concentrations techniques towards tin oxide production. The ore was subjected to fractional sieve size analysis, work index, and the concentration test to gravity method using the Wilfley shaking table and Spiral concentrator processing. Fractional sieve analysis of the crude sample was carried out at a sieve range of 500-63 µm towards liberation size determination. Five hundred (500) g each of Farin-Lamba cassiterite and Igbokoda silica sand was prepared by grinding to 100% passing 500 μm sieve towards work index determination and the gravity separation method was determined using the Wilfley shaking table and spiral concentration method. The fractional sieve size analysis carried out revealed that the Tin oxide-bearing mineral can be liberated at the particle size fraction of -180 + 125 μm. The work index alongside the energy expended in grinding the ore was found to be 9.980 Kwh/ton and 2.435 Kwh respectively. The chemical analysis of the ore concentrates revealed that the optimum yield was obtained at +125 µm assaying 62.74% SnO2 for Wilfley shaking table and 60.07% SnO2 for spiral concentration.
Evaluation of Some Selected Medical Equipment in Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital for Staphylococcus aureus of Nosocomial Threat
Authors: Lionel Okunye Olufemi , Ayo Ade-Adekunle Olusegun , Comfort Kotun Bunmi , Oyedemi Omolanke Temitope , Elijah Oyinloye Oladapo , Babalola Caroline Olufunke , Teniola Kolade Titilayo , Adeleye Olutayo Ademola
Published: March 2024

Hospital is an establishment where patients that are diseased, infected, ill or injured receive medical care. A medical staff and equipment are required for the task of medical care delivery. The equipment that are employed in hospital could be classified as critical, semi-critical and non-critical depending on their design and tasks. A total of Eighty-five (85) samples of hospital equipment swab were obtained from Olabisi Onabanjo Teaching Hospital of which 40 samples of Staphylococcus aureus were isolated. The isolates were Gram stained followed by conventional biochemical test for the identification of Staphylococcus aureus. Antibiogram of the isolates was determined. The isolates exhibited resistance to ampiclox (87.5%), zinnacef (92.5%), amoxicillin (92.5%), rocephin (80%), and septrin (55%), while susceptible to pefloxacin (77.5%), gentamicin (80%), streptomycin (72.5%), and ciprofloxacin (52.5%). Some of the resistant isolates were exposed to plasmid DNA analysis and were found to be plasmid borne of varied molecular weight, which could be responsible for resistance to the antibiotics observed. There is therefore a need for regular disinfection, properly sterilization and preservation of medical equipment before and after use, which could curtailed or reduce the spread of equipment borne nosocomial infection.
A collaborative development initiative to strengthen Midwifery Education in Somalia
Authors: Muxamuud Xabiibo , Mohamed Fadumo , Khalif Adan Abdirisak , Saleiman Tukale Abdikadir , Viberg Nina , Nor Hassan , Adem Rage , Erlandsson Kerstin , Lindgren Helena
Published: March 2024

Galkayo University, in an ongoing partnership with Benadir University and the Karolinska Institutet, reports on the co-creation of a mentorship program for midwifery educators at Galkayo University. This program was initiated in Spring 2023 with the aim of sharing experiences on midwifery education between educators from Sweden and Somalia—both countries with long traditions of midwifery care. By leveraging the expertise of Swedish and Somali midwifery educators, the mentorship program seeks to bridge gaps in knowledge and skills, ultimately contributing to better midwifery education and care in both Somalia and Sweden. This commentary describes the significance of the program and its potential for impact if scaled up after contextualization.
NEURALGIA DO TRIGÊMEO: REVISÃO SOBRE ASPÉCTOS IMPORTANTES QUANTO A TERAPIAS FARMACOLÓGICAS
Authors: Silva Patrick Sanglard da , Rodrigues Shirley Thaynáh Figueirêdo de Paiva , Gomes Silvio Pires , Alvares Isabela da Silva , Loureiro Lorena dos Santos Bruce , Rioga Graziela Aparecida Gonçalves , Costa Alana Leal , Heldwein Akemi Kai , Sousa João Victor Nascimento de , Almeida Veronica da Fonseca , Zanoni Rodrigo Daniel
Published: March 2024

A neuralgia do nervo trigêmeo é uma dor aguda orofacial e paroxística circunscrita a um ou mais ramos do quinto nervo craniano, muitas vezes de etiologia desconhecida. Como vias alternativas, destacam-se a toxina botulínica, lidocaína e calcitonina. A terapia convencional tem efeitos colaterais que muitas vezes levam ao fracasso do tratamento, então novas vias de tratamento medicamentoso estão sendo exploradas para contornar as barreiras da terapia convencional. A individualidade do paciente e a relação risco-benefício são fatores que precisam de atenção para o sucesso e adesão ao tratamento. O presente trabalho se sustenta em revisões de literatura na base de dados limitadas a base de dados acadêmicos recentes publicados nos últimos quatro anos, com revisão literária de 29 artigos a fim de abranger drogas que possam ser eficazes no tratamento. Entre as Drogas na base farmacológica estudada, as drogas antiepilépticas foram consideradas o principal tratamento medicamentoso.
DEPENDÊNCIA QUIMICA EM COMORBIDADES PSIQUIÁTRICAS E PSICOLÓGICAS: CAUSAS DE PREVALÊNCIAS E SEUS EFEITOS
Authors: Barbosa Wuerles Bessa , Rodrigues Shirley Thaynáh Figueirêdo de Paiva , Oliveira Gedeão Batista de , Vieira Marizete , Hodel Sandra Cristina , Pavanello Fernanda Paula Soler , Paula Giovanna Pepe de , Bidá Nefertiteh França Quaresma , Situba Tássia da Conceição , Hey Bruna Cristina , Ribeiro Jordana Vieira , Silva José Antonio da , Silva Patrick Sanglard da
Published: March 2024

A dependência química surge concomitantemente no decorrer da história humana, com indivíduos usuários com os mais diversos intuitos, seja por predisposição, problemas emocionais, psíquicos e alguns por vezes fazendo uso indiscriminado de drogas lícitas e ilícitas, gerando padrões de abuso. A dependência química alcançou dimensões epidêmicas sendo considerada como um complicador na saúde pública. Expressa-se em doenças multifatoriais, complexas crônicas e recorrentes. Apontada como um transtorno mental gerador de prejuízo social, ocupacional, familiar, pessoal e cognitivo. Dessa forma a prevalência da dependência, suas causas e efeitos em comorbidades psiquiátricas e psicológicas identifica quais transtornos são mais comuns em dependentes químicos. Os resultados mostraram alta prevalência de transtornos de humor, com destaque para a depressão, ansiedade e bipolaridade e transtornos mentais, que discorre também sobre patologia psiquiátrica de personalidade e esquizofrenia entre os dependentes. A prevalência de depressão entre dependentes químicos foi quase três vezes maior que a da população em geral. Descobriu-se que "avaliações rápidas", como a ferramenta MINI e o Inventário de Depressão de Beck, eram mais comumente usadas para diagnosticar depressão em pacientes de dependência química. Com base no conhecimento e apreciação acumulados, com experiências pessoais com pacientes, constatou-se que a depressão e o vício são um elo comum. A novidade reside na forma específica de associação em casos específicos, o que pode levar ao abuso de drogas, levando até ao risco de suicídio. Por fim, conclui-se também que a comorbidades paralelas à dependência química não fornece diagnósticos precisos, e uma relação causal não pode ser estabelecida. Portanto, mais pesquisas devem ser levantadas assim como ações individuais são necessárias com urgência para lidar com as condições associadas.
EFEITO DA SEMAGLUTIDA NO TRATAMENTO DO DIABETES MELLITUS TIPO 2 E SUA APLICABILIDADE NO CONTEXTO DA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA: UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA.
Authors: Sad Elis Pinheiro , Landim Maria Teresa de Oliveira Paes , Santos Luiz Felipe Duarte Dos , Arlota Fernanda Bortoli , Melo Igor Barreto , Pires Vivian Saeger , Dias Rogério Belício , Simon Mariana Saloum , Almeida Rayana Hellen Gamosa , Fontana Isabela Meneses de Morais , Silva Paloma Encinas Beramendi , Paulino Luciano Pinto , Franco Natália Almeida Pinheiro , Brito Ogi Janderson Antunes de Castro , Dias Mariana Oliveira , Pinho Victoria Alves , Badini Rômulo Rodrigues , Nascimento Alexandre Augusto de Sousa
Published: March 2024

Diabetes Mellitus tipo 2 (DM2) é uma doença caracterizada por um conjunto de distúrbios metabólicos que resultam em níveis glicêmicos alterados e, a médio e longo prazo, pelo aparecimento de lesões em órgãos alvo quando não tratada adequadamente. Tal condição pode ser controlada por dieta, exercícios físicos e drogas indicadas para o seu tratamento, devendo sempre ser acompanhada por profissional capacitado e, idealmente, equipe multiprofissional. A proposta deste estudo foi abordar uma visão generalizada da DM2 com relação a sua fisiopatologia, etiologia e prognóstico. Apontar os medicamentos possíveis para seu tratamento e os seus respectivos mecanismos de ação, estabelecendo uma relação custo-efetiva para que o cuidado ocorra da maneira mais favorável possível. Além disso, aprofundar os conhecimentos sobre o uso da Semaglutida no tratamento de portadores de DM2 relacionado a sua aplicabilidade no contexto da atenção primária, avaliando sua eficácia, incidência de reações adversas, viabilidade econômica e comparando-a com os outros hipoglicemiantes disponíveis no SUS. Para a construção desse estudo foi realizada uma revisão bibliográfica de artigos relacionados à temática, chegando-se a conclusão de que se faz necessária uma terapêutica compartilhada entre médico e paciente aliado a um tratamento individualizado. O uso da Semaglutida se mostrou benéfico no que tange o controle glicêmico e a perda de peso, porém deve-se atentar aos seus efeitos adversos, principalmente, relacionados ao sistema gastrointestinal.
Desenvolvimento de uma Sequência de Ensino Investigativa sobre ondas sonoras: o problema do telefone em um Clube de Ciências
Authors: Rodrigues Breno Dias , Pereira de Sousa Rosa Maria , Da Silva Malheiro João Manoel
Published: March 2024

Neste relato de experiência descrevemos o desenvolvimento de uma Sequência de Ensino Investigativa (SEI) com cinco alunos do Ensino Fundamental participantes de um Clube de Ciências. Inspirados na proposta de Carvalho et al. (2009), a SEI intitulada “O problema do telefone” foi estruturada em sete etapas que ocorreram em dois sábados, cujo experimento foi a construção de um telefone caseiro feito de copos plásticos e fio barbante de algodão, e teve abordagens conceituais sobre ondas mecânicas-sonoras, em diálogo com outras temáticas no viés interdisciplinar. As reflexões permitiram elucidar que a experimentação investigativa pela SEI potencializou diversas aprendizagens dos alunos clubistas sobre conceitos físicos e interdisciplinares, além de aspectos valorativos, intelectuais e manipulativos.
Atividade Experimental Investigativa sobre Eletrostática num Clube de Ciências
Authors: Barbosa Daisy Flávia Souza , Malheiro João Manoel Da Silva
Published: March 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo refletir sobre a importância do Ensino de Ciências pautado na autonomia, criatividade e criticidade do estudante. Visa, também, ressignificar um ensino por demonstração, para uma prática com base na investigação; e identificar os Indicadores de Alfabetização Científica numa Atividade Experimental Investigativa (AEI). Para tanto, reportamos ao desenvolvimento de uma AEI sobre eletrostática, com estudantes de 6º ano do Ensino Fundamental, realizada num Clube de Ciências, tendo como base uma Sequência de Ensino Investigativa (SEI). No plano da investigação, consideramos que este estudo, enquadra-se na abordagem qualitativa, pois visa analisar experiências e examinar as interações que se desenvolvem em seus contextos; pode ser classificada, também, como pesquisa participante, quando o foco é a finalidade, pois se mantém ligada às ideias e ações sociais de tendência emancipatória. De modo geral, o desenvolvimento da AEI, permitiu-nos identificar a importância de valorizar um Ensino de Ciências para além da demonstração, o que impulsiona os estudantes a criarem soluções na resolução de problemas, contribuindo para a manifestação de vários Indicadores de Alfabetização Científica.
Onion Varieties (Allium Ascalonicum L.) Test With Application Of Several Kinds Microbia Consortium Its Influence On Growth and Yield
Authors: Dewi Tyas Soemarah Koernia , Budiyono Agus , Supriyadi Teguh , Suprapti Endang , Putro Herdyanto , Siti mardhika sari
Published: March 2024

Shallots are one of the horticultural commodities that Indonesian people need. The use of bacterial consortia in shallot cultivation is expected to be useful for increasing soil fertility due to soil biochemical processes. This research aims to determine the effect of applying a microbial consortium from several products to the growth and yield of several shallot varieties. This research was carried out using a Split Plot Design with a split plot method which consists of two factors, namely: 1. Red onion variety, (V1: local rubber variety; V2: white local variety; V3: local Javanese varieties), 2. Types of decomposing plants (microbial consortium), : (P0: Control; P1: M21; P2: EM4; P3: Beka Decomposer). The research results showed: (1) The variety test showed very significant plant height, number of leaves, fresh stover weight, dry stover weight, tuber diameter, fresh tuber weight per bunch, tuber dry weight per bunch, and tuber dry weight per plot. However, there was no real difference between the number of bulbs per plant and the number of bulbs per plot. (2) The combination of microbial consortia with shallot varieties showed significantly different results regarding the number of leaves and bulb diameter. However, there were no real differences in plant height, fresh stover weight, dry stover weight, number of tubers per plant, number of tubers per plot, fresh weight of tubers per bunch, dry weight of tubers per bunch and dry weight of tubers per bunch. (3) The research results showed that the highest yield was obtained from the combination of V2P1 with the treatment of local white varieties of shallots and the application of the M21 microbial consortium with an average value of 150.27 g/plot (16,905 kg/ha or 16.9 tons/ha).
Manajemen Pembelajaran PAI Berbasis E-Learning di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah
Authors: Iqbal Muhammad
Published: March 2024

Perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi memberikan dampak positif bagi dunia pendidikan. Berbagai jenis media pembelajaran seperti komputer dan jaringan internet menjadi kunci dalam pelaksanaan pembelajaran e-learning. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan dan menganalisis perencanaan, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi pembelajaran berbasis e-learning. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa E-learning dilakukan oleh penyelenggara e-learning (LPTIK) dan guru mata pelajaran PAI di Madrasah Ibtidaiyah dengan metode formatif dan sumatif. Untuk evaluasi formatif, guru memberikan tugas kepada siswa untuk menyimpulkan materi Pendidikan Agama Islam. Evaluasi komprehensif dilakukan pada akhir semester. Memang untuk pembelajaran e-learning terdapat beberapa kendala di antaranya adalah kemampuan guru dalam mengoperasikan perangkat, kualitas perangkat dan jaringan, serta kendala lain. Namun, pembelajaran e-learning tetap menjadi pilihan yang baik dan masih bisa terus dikembangkan, karena pendidikan yang berbasis teknologi akan terus berlanjut dan berkembang seiring berjalannya waktu.
Code Switching in Moroccan Nursing Education: Exploring Pedagogical Functions and Professors’ Attitudes
Authors: Elbouchti Mohammed , Jamai Abdeslam
Published: March 2024

Adopting Code switching (CS) in education still constitutes a topic of controversial debate across multilingual societies. While some consider it a pedagogical tool that helps learners attain academic knowledge comprehensively, others claim that it is regarded as a sign of imperfect control of language. Within the Moroccan context, only a few rigorous studies have approached CS from a pedagogical perspective as this study is the first to explore its use in nursing education. Thus, this paper aims to measure how frequently CS is used, its functional roles, and professors' attitudes towards deploying it in the Higher Institute of Nursing Professions and Technicians of Health (HINPTH). The study deploys a mixed research design where data are collected through a survey questionnaire distributed to 27 professors. For a full understanding, the survey data are paired with a thematic analysis of findings from a previously conducted study with students within the same institute to ease the interpretation of attitudes and experiences voiced by professors. The findings have revealed that the majority of respondents hold positive attitudes toward CS pedagogical functions in understanding content while some warn against its undesirable learning outcomes. Practically, it is recommended that CS should be judicious and purposeful in its use.
School Events as a Communication Forum for Dissemination and Internalization of Religious Moderation Values and Student Character Building
Authors: Yohana Corry , Agung Iskandar , Mastiyah Iyoh , Ma'rifataini Lisa'diyah , Ma'rifataini Suprapto , Ma'rifataini Sumarni , Ma'rifataini Herlinawati , Sabon Simon Sili , Sabon Suhanah
Published: March 2024

Activities at school can be a gateway to programmed and sustainable academic progress. The event in question is a meeting forum at school, outside of learning. The forum is a vehicle for programs to be communicated and seeks to involve related parties. Events at school will have an impact on the internalization of the value of religious moderation and the formation of students' character. This paper aims to examine the factors that influence school events and the impacts they have. These factors are the managerial attitude of the school principal, the role of central and regional government, the potential of the physical environment, and the involvement of the community and parents of students. The research was conducted in 36 elementary schools with 225 teachers. Data collection was carried out by distributing questionnaires, and analysis using SEM techniques. The results of the research found that school activities have not received serious attention as an entry point for school improvement. School events are a forum for program delivery, and can be an entry point for improving education, both student learning outcomes and others. The initiative and creativity of school principals is important for identifying deficiencies in their educational institutions, and becomes the basis for developing improvement programs and involving stakeholder participation to support them.

 

Received: 24 June 2023 / Accepted: 29 January 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
Understanding English Language Anxiety among Undergraduate Saudi EFL Learners: The Case of Business College, PSAU
Authors: Jamshed Mohammad , Almashy Abduh , Saleem Mohammad , Banu Sameena
Published: March 2024

This study aims to investigate English language anxiety among Saudi EFL learners, understand their experience with the causes and sources of their anxiety, and examine if they witness differences in their anxiety based on the differences in their demographic profile. As the study seeks to understand how certain independent variables (gender, employment profile of learners’ parents, and their educational level) shape and affect the dependent variable (English language anxiety), the quantitative approach (descriptive quantitative design) was selected, and Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale developed by Horwitz et al. (1986) was utilized to collect the data from the participants. A simple random sampling method was employed to select 205 respondents from the total population of students studying at different levels of the undergraduate program at the College of Business Administration, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj, Saudi Arabia.  The results of the study found that the participants experienced moderate levels of anxiety and that there were several sources of anxiety among Saudi EFL learners. Test and communicative anxieties were found to be the major sources of English language anxiety followed by classroom and negative evaluation anxieties respectively. One-way ANOVA analysis revealed no difference of any significance for English language anxiety among Saudi English students due to variance in their demographic profile. The study findings hold implications as they would be of immense use in addressing the issue of anxiety, understanding the possible sources, and finding ways to overcome issues of anxiety and help students move away from anxiety towards acquiring effective and excellent English language skills and proficiency.      

 

Received: 20 September 2023 / Accepted: 19 February 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
Importance of Customer Service Channels, Services, and Products in Financial Culture
Authors: Escobedo Fernando , Cruz-Tarrillo José Joel , Aguirre Reyes Eddy Miguel , Morillo Galarza Fernando Willy , Jiménez Noblecilla Víctor Hugo , Lamadrid Vela Carlos Alberto , Hernandez Ronald M.
Published: March 2024

In this context where we live, equal access and participation of young people to financial services is a pending agenda. This research aims to determine financial inclusion's influence on higher education students' financial culture. This research is carried out under the parameters of the positivist paradigm with a non-experimental cross-sectional design. It was necessary to apply non-probabilistic convenience sampling to collect the data, obtaining 920 respondents. On the other hand, the exploratory and confirmatory analysis was carried out to find the factorial structure of the constructs. Furthermore, to test the proposed theoretical model, applying the methodology of structural equations was necessary. The results indicate an influence between the study variables, obtaining a ?= 0.855 and a p-value of 0.000. Besides, financial products influence financial culture with a ?= 0.331 and a p-value of 0.000), financial services in financial culture with a ?= 0.321 and a p-value of 0.000, and customer service channels in financial culture with a ?= 0.279 and a p-value of 0.000.

 

Received: 11 November 2023 / Accepted: 28 January 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
The HERVAT Method as a Neurolearning Strategy in Education
Authors: Lamus de Rodríguez Tibisay Milene , Arias-Iturralde María Cristina , Vega-Intriago Jisson Oswaldo , Mendoza-Fernández Verónica Monserrate , Zambrano-Acosta Jimmy Manuel , Cardenas-Hinojosa Ruben Dario , Moreira-Choez Jenniffer Sobeida
Published: March 2024

The pedagogical methodology has evolved in recent years, moving towards approaches that integrate advances in neuroscience with educational practices. In this context, the HERVAT method emerges, aiming to consolidate these advances and apply them in the educational sphere to enhance the learning experience. The main objective of this research was to implement the HERVAT method in various educational institutions in Ecuador. For this, a qualitative methodology was adopted, with an analysis based on the systematization of experiences and grounded in the profound interpretation of a specific phenomenon. Through a rigorous data collection and analysis process, which incorporated techniques such as observations and documentary analysis, the HERVAT method was applied to students in seven renowned educational institutions in the country. The findings of the study highlight those contemporary pedagogical interventions, supported by this method, emphasize the holistic development of the student. By integrating innovative techniques, such as gamification and multisensory stimulation, the aim is to align pedagogical practices with key discoveries in neuroscience. This alignment enhances brain plasticity, facilitating adaptability and depth in learning processes. The personalization of strategies and adherence to empirical evidence emerge as fundamental components to elevate educational quality in the contemporary era. It is concluded that the HERVAT method, rooted in neuroscientific principles, revitalizes learning by activating crucial neural circuits, optimizing aspects such as student attention and concentration. Strategies based on neurodidactics, backed by empirical evidence, highlight the relevance of natural environments and varied stimuli, enhancing sensory perception and the active commitment of the student in their educational process. This approach promotes comprehensive education, aiming to maximize each student's neurocognitive potential.

 

Received: 22 September 2023 / Accepted: 27 January 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
Non-Suicidal Self-Injuries in Adolescents: The Role of Satisfaction with Family Life
Authors: Aguilar-Armas Haydee Mercedes , Vera-Calmet Velia Graciela , Yglesias Alva Lucy Angélica , Meneses-La-Riva Monica Elisa , Paredes Diaz Susana Edita , Guerrero Carranza Virginia Rosemary
Published: March 2024

The family plays a determining role in the development of the emotional well-being of its members. Self-injury is a phenomenon that has been growing in the world statistics in adolescents, so there is an enormous concern for the presence of risk factors, both individual and psychosocial. The relationship between satisfaction with family life and the emergent behavior of non-suicidal self-injury was established. The study had a quantitative, correlational, non-experimental, cross-sectional design. The population consisted of 200 high school students. The results indicate that a chaotic and unsatisfactory family environment may be a predisposing factor for the presence of emergent non-suicidal self-injurious behavior. Adolescents present self-injurious practices for various reasons: feelings of loneliness, insecurity behaviors, inadequate response to adversity. In addition, self-determination theory offers a plausible explanation for the relationship found in this research. The satisfaction of basic psychological needs, such as the need for competence, relatedness, and autonomy, can be achieved through a healthy and supportive family environment, which in turn can improve the emotional well-being of adolescents and reduce the risk of self-injurious behaviors.

 

Received: 7 September 2023 / Accepted: 6 January 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
Environmental Protection through Criminal Law Practical Parallelism Between Directive 2008/99/EC and Albanian Criminal Law
Authors: Reci Xhakolli Blerina , Çukaj Papa Lirime , Pekmezi Iris
Published: March 2024

Environmental crime is the fourth largest criminal activity in the world, after drug trafficking, human trafficking and falsification, growing between 5%-7% per year (Assessment from Interpol of the United Nations Environment Programme). Our criminal code provides numerous of offenses with a focus on environmental protection. These criminal acts, regardless of the immediate needs for investigation and prosecution, have been not taken seriously rather in investigation and further in judgment. This is due to various factors, among the most important being the neglect from almost all responsible structures on environment protection. Today, as the consequences of these crimes have taken an unstoppable consequence, the focus of policymakers and legislative body, must turn to environmental protection through various mechanisms, but especially through criminal sanctions. Within this protection, which has already reached the levels of a challenge, there is a need for new legal provisions. In this regard, in this paper, we address shortly the legal regulation and evolution of environmental crimes in Albania, various aspects of the investigation and prosecution of environmental crimes in Albania, referring to statistics, analyzing them and drawing recommendations, which are still valid and more, taking into consideration the initiation of work for drafting the New Penal Code, as well as the practical parallelism between Directive 2008/99/EC on environmental protection through criminal law and Albanian criminal law in environmental protection.

 

Received: 20 December 2023 / Accepted: 29 February 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
The Impact of the Colonial Legacy on the Processes of Democratic Transition in the Arab Region during the Period (2011-2016)
Authors: Al-Rousan Mohammad Ali , Alatoom Nabeel A. , Al-Azzam Tarek
Published: March 2024

The study investigates the role of the colonial legacy in establishing the official Arab system ruling within the framework of the state in the Arab region and focusing on its impact on the processes of ‘democratization’ since the beginning of the outbreak of the Arab popular revolutions, or what was termed the ‘Arab Spring. It relies on the historical descriptive approach and the analytical approach using the content analysis method to measure the extent of this impact by analyzing the dialectic of the relationship between the external variable as an independent variable and the internal variable as a dependent variable within the course of the Arab Spring. This study is conducted in terms of the extent of this impact, positively or negatively, and the processes of democratic transition. It indicates that the course of the "Arab Spring" and the accompanying democratic transformation has resulted in its realistic practical findings in the fall of some Arab regimes and the change of others by renewing their regimes. while others remained self-preserved, not far from the external presence in the Arab political reality, despite the continuity of democratic interactions and transformations in Arab countries, whether radical or reformist.

 

Received: 16 December 2023 / Accepted: 24 February 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
A Proposed Unit Based on the STEM Approach: Developing 21st-Century Skills Among Middle-School Students
Authors: AlZahrani Amirah , AlOtaibi Haifa
Published: March 2024

This research aims to determine the effectiveness of a proposed instructional unit based on the integration of science and mathematics, following the STEM approach, to teach critical thinking and problem-solving as 21st-century skills. To achieve this goal, an experimental approach based on a quasi-experimental single-group design with a pre-test and post-test was used. The research sample consisted of 40 third-grade students in a middle school. A problem-solving skills test was developed, and the Watson Glaser Critical Thinking Skills Appraisal was used, the results showed statistically significant differences between the mean scores of the participant group in the pre-test and post-test measurements for both critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The research concluded that the proposed unit helped students develop 21st-century skills.

 

Received: 11 November 2023 / Accepted: 17 February 2024 / Published: 5 March 2024
Vyadhikshamatva: The Essence of Resilience in Ayurvedic Wisdom
Authors: - Akhilesh Kumar Verma
Published: March 2024

This study critically explores the Ayurvedic concept of Vyadhikshamatva (immunity) and its significance in disease prevention. While Ayurveda emphasizes disease prevention as its primary objective, the exploration of immunity in the post-independence era has faced neglect, only to regain attention with government initiatives promoting immunization schedules. This research aims to comprehensively understand the relationship between immunity and lifestyle factors as outlined in ancient Ayurvedic texts. Factors such as digestive factors (Agni), diet (Ahara), sleep (Nidra), physical activity (Vyayama), mental stability (Satva), and rejuvenators (Rasayana) are identified as critical contributors to immune function. By synthesizing insights from classical Ayurvedic literature and contemporary scientific findings, this study bridges traditional knowledge with modern understanding. The systematic presentation of immunity-influencing factors contributes to holistic approaches to health and wellness.
Aerodynamic Performance Enhancement of Low Aspect Ratio Military Drone Aircraft Wing through Employing Leading Edge Tubercles
Authors: - Syed Abdullah Al Mamun
Published: March 2024

Present study aim to improve the aerodynamic performance of low Aspect Ratio (AR) military drone aircraft wing, through employing leading edge tubercle. For that purpose two wing model were design one with smooth leading edge and second with tubercle leading edge. The wing models were developed by using NACA0012 airfoil profile, whereas tubercles of amplitude 5% of chord (c) and wavelength of 11% of c is employed. The numerical simulation as performed at chord based Reynolds number of 140000 in pre-stall and post stall regime. The computational fluid dynamic simulation is performed at different angle of attack ranging from 0 degree to 25 degree with the interval of 5 degree. Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) results reveal that tubercle at the leading edge of the low AR wing has favorable effect on the wing performance. Aerodynamic performance of both smooth leading edge and tubercle leading edge wing is similar up to 15o angle of attack, whereas at 20 degree and 25 degree significant improvement in Lift-to-Drag L/D ratio is observed. It is estimated that at maximum increment of 53% in lift coefficient ii achieved at 25 degree angle of attack for as compared to smooth LE wing model. Moreover, maximum 20.5% decrease in drag coefficient is estimated in case of tubercle leading edge as compared to baseline model at 20 degree angle of attack. The critical observation of field around the tubercle leading edge wing is found that tubercles restrict flow separation through generation of low strength vortices; these vortices enhance momentum exchange within the boundary layer.
Network Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
Authors: - Dr. Manish Kumar , - Prabhat Kumar
Published: March 2024

The communication of confidential data over the Internet increases every day. Individuals and organizations submit their sensitive data electronically. It is also common for hackers to target these networks. Nowadays, protecting your data, software, and hardware from viruses is more of a necessity than ever, not just a concern.
Cyber security is traditionally defined by the three attributes of confidentiality, integrity and availability. Confidentiality is the prevention of unauthorized disclosure of information. Integrity is the prevention of unauthorized modification of information, and availability is the prevention of unauthorized retention of information or resources.
This article studies the different types of security threats, resources and vulnerabilities of computer systems.
Tech-Savvy Stationery Smart Desk Accessories
Authors: - Prem Sawant , - Anjan BU , - KS Gunavathi , - Michael Nahusenay , - Kushal Kumar , - Dr Saravanan VM
Published: March 2024

This study presents a business strategy for a cutting-edge online ordering and delivery application for stationery that aims to provide students with a simple and effective way to buy stationery supplies. The article discusses the urgent need for a practical solution in the retail stationery sector and looks at how technology may be used to expedite the ordering and delivery procedures. The study conducts a thorough market analysis, determining the student target
demographic and analyzing the most recent developments and rivals in the online stationery industry. The suggested business model is described, emphasizing the cost breakdowns, income sources, and scaling strategies. Technical details are covered in depth, including platform selections, security precautions, and scalability issues.
Exploring Crowd Funding as a Sustainable Financing Option among MSME in Odisha: A Case Study in Khurda District
Authors: - Sweet Agrawal , - Jayashree Jethy
Published: March 2024

The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector is an essential and dynamic part of the Indian economy. However, these small businesses often face challenges when it comes to raising funds. Crowd funding has become a revolutionary concept in the field of finance, transforming how people and organisations raise money for their endeavours. This study aims to assess the factors affecting crowd funding as a sustainable financing option among Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Odisha. It also focuses on understanding the level of awareness and knowledge about crowd funding as a new and innovative financial model among the Populace of Odisha. Based upon review of literature and further interviews with the managers of MSME the five key variables which affects the adoption of crowd funding was identified. The survey involved 385 MSMEs from various industrial clusters across Khurda district in Odisha and the samples were selected using the convenience sampling technique. The findings of the study revealed that there is a moderate level of awareness of crowd funding among MSMEs in Odisha. By understanding the current perceptions and attitudes of people of MSMEs in Odisha towards crowd funding, various stakeholders such as investors, regulators, and policymakers can make more informed decisions that can potentially empower the MSME sector and drive economic growth in the region.
Electronic Cigarette : Survey of Middle School Students in Casablanca, Morocco
Authors: - Wiam El Khattabi , - Soukaina Hallouli , - Saad Boughalem , - Zineb Serhier , - Nabil Bougteb , - Hajar Arfaoui , - Hasna Jabri , - Mohammed Bennani , - MH. Afif
Published: March 2024

Electronic cigarette is a recent device. Initially designed as a substitute for smoking cessation, it’s often presented to young adolescents as less harmful alternative to conventional cigarettes. The main objective of our study is to describe and analyze the perception of adolescents and their visions concerning e-cigarette. This is a descriptive cross-sectional study launched from September 2021 to March 2022. We targeted the age group ranging from 13 to 16 years old in two schools using an anonymous questionnaire distributed in classes. 450 questionnaires were collected and 422 were retained. The average age of adolescents was 14.07 years with a standard deviation of 0.734 years. The male gender represented 49.3%. The rate of tobacco smokers was 3.1% (IC 95%, 1.8−5.2). E-cigarette was known among the majority of middle school students in 78% (CI 95%, 73.8−81.7) and experienced by 14.45% of participants (CI 95%, 11.4−18.1). Circumstances for trying vaping were dominated by “the lure of novelty/curiosity” (48%) and the desire to “be part of the smoking group/feel adult” (25%). 31% of middle school students believed that the e-cigarette was less harmful. Concerning smoking cessation using e-cigarettes more than half of middle school students (54%) had no idea on this subject due to lack of available information and 20% felt that vaping was a good way to quit smoking. The perception of e-cigarettes among young adolescents seems to be linked to its use. Preventive measures should be implemented to make them aware of its danger especially and of tobacco products in general.
Exploring Fearism in Literature: A Critical Study on Select Women Writers of the North East India
Authors: - OM PRAKASH POKHREL
Published: March 2024

The present paper aims to study some of the prose fictions of the select Northeast women writers from a very new perspective in literary theory that is ‘The Philosophy of Fearism’. Fearism , propounded by Desh Subba ,is regarded as the first east-west dialogue, an emerging philosophy that deals basically with the issues of fear and its impact in human life.
Mamang Dai from Arunachal Pradesh, Temsula Ao from Nagaland and Arupa Patangia Kalita from Assam have been so vocal female voices from this region and this paper will study some select works by them from a fearist perspective. Their works highlight the concern about ecology, social issues and the traumatic conflicts in human life; nonetheless, we can delineate these philosophical visions of Fearism in the portrayal of characters. Desh Subba, the founder of Fearism asserts that human beings go through fearmorphosis, they are being watched by panopticans and sometimes man himself scapegoat not only the innocent people, even the nature with arms and gun powder. This paper will study ‘Stupid Cupid’ by Mamang Dai, ‘The Curfew Man’ by Temsula Ao and Arupa Patangia kalita’s ‘The Girl with a long Hair’ and will try to interpret with this perspective because the characters dwelling in different situations are the victim of a fear Sisyphus, who are always under the multiple eyes of fear and this fear destabilizes their life being.
Sabarimala Verdict- A Constitutional Revolution
Authors: - Parul Kumari
Published: March 2024

India is a secular state, as enshrined in the Constitution of India. The preamble emphasizes the ideals of justice, liberty, equity and fraternity ensuring the state remains neutral in matters of religion. The very concept of secularism is based on the fact that the state will have no religion but it does not mean that it is
an irreligious or atheistic state. Nor is it an anti-religious state. It merely explains that the state has no religion of its own. However, it respects all religions and the constitution guarantees freedom of religion to all citizens fostering a diverse inclusive society. This paper deals revolves around The Sabarimala Temple case which revolves around the constitutional and cultural aspects of religious practices in India. The case sparked debates on the balances between religious freedom and gender equality. In 2018, the Supreme Court lifted the ban on the entry of women of menstruating age into the temple, challenging the tradition that restricted their access. While some hailed it as a progressive step, others argued for the preservation of cultural and religious practice. This abstract encapsulates the multifaceted dimensions of Sabarimala temple case, touching upon issues of constitutional rights, cultural sensitivity and ongoing dialogue between tradition and modernity.
The Implementation of Digital Education in India: A Study
Authors: - RASHMI BEGUM
Published: March 2024

The world has witnessed an exponential increase in the use of technology in the field of education and the global education sector has been witnessing revolutionary changes in present times. This happens because all across the world the digital revolution taken place. In the past traditional Indian classrooms were characterized by students passive listening to hour-long lectures without any visual aids. However, with the advance digital technology, learning has become more engaging and interactive for both students and educators. In India, there has been significant increase in the adoption of digital and live virtual classrooms across various educational levels in recent years. This study was explore how leveraging high-quality content developed for Massive Open Online Courses can enhance traditional face to face teaching, with students engagement being one of the benefits and aims to gave overview of digital education, components of digital education, benefits of digital education in India and challenges of an Indian society for moving towards digital education.
A Pre-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Hygienic Practices for Prevention of Urinary Tract Infection among Adolescent Girls in Selected Area of Dang District
Authors: - KRUPALI S. CHAUDHARI , - VISHA VINODBHAI PATEL , - MAYURI PATEL
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Urinary tract infection is one of the major global health problems in developing countries. It is very common in females, especially adolescent girls. Mainly because of changes in the hormones, and it is also associated with poor intake of water, infrequent voiding, poor menstrual hygiene, and anatomical defects. For the prevention of UTI, many points are important to keep in mind, like drinking 6-8 glasses of water each day. Avoid wearing tight pants. Wear cotton undergarments. Wash the perineum after urinating. Wiping from front to back after a bowel movement. More than three times voiding during school hours. Drying the cloth in the sunlight. Voiding in a clean toilet, etc. Aim: The main aim of this study was to assess the effect of a structured teaching program regarding hygienic practice for the prevention of urinary tract infection among adolescent girls in a selected area of Dang district. Methodology: A quantitative approach was adopted for this study with a pre-experimental research design with one group pre-test and post-test. A total of 100 (adolescent girls) samples were selected to collect the data by using the non-probability convenience sampling technique. The tools used for the study were a self-structured questionnaire consisting of socio-demographic variables and a self-structured knowledge questionnaire to assess the knowledge of adolescent girls regarding the prevention of urinary tract infection. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The findings of the study revealed that there was a significant difference between the mean pre-test (6.01) and post-test (14.19) knowledge scores, with a positive mean difference of 8.18. The calculated “t” value of 26.32 is higher than the table value of 1.645 at the 0.05 level of significance. There was a significant association between the pre-test knowledge of adolescent girls, their age, and the monthly income of the family. Conclusion: The study concluded that the structured teaching program was effective and significant in improving the knowledge of adolescent girls regarding the prevention of urinary tract infections, which was more effective and beneficial for them.