bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analisis Gaya Belajar Siswa dalam Menerapkan Pembelajaran Berdeferensiasi
Authors: Azizah Siti Alfiyana , Usman Ali , Fauzi Muhammad Ali Rif’an , Rosita Eliana
Published: November 2023

Students have unique characteristics because they possess distinct attributes that cannot be shared by others. In preparing for teaching activities, it is crucial for teachers to pay attention to their knowledge of the students' individual characteristics. Learning should be based on a curriculum. However, a change in the curriculum nowadays does not necessarily maximize or enhance the quality of student learning. This is due to the lack of identification of learning styles, as students have different learning styles when they receive explanations from teachers. The purpose of this research is to analyze the tendencies of students' learning styles at SMAM 2 Wuluhan. The results of this analysis will serve as data to implement differentiated learning in that class, designed to consider the differences in students' characteristics regarding learning styles. This research is qualitative descriptive in nature. Data collection techniques include classroom observations, interviews, and questionnaire distribution. Through the analysis technique, the obtained data are categorized into specific learning style groups, meaning that the data are examined and evaluated to draw conclusions. Based on the analysis of students' learning styles at SMAM 2 Wuluhan, it was found that students in class X have diverse learning styles. It is evident that students' learning styles are 54% visual, 14% auditory, and 32% kinesthetic. Teachers can develop learning methods in accordance with each student's learning style, making students feel more comfortable during the teaching and learning process. In this context, these efforts are integrated into differentiated learning that aims to meet the various learning needs of each student. Differentiated learning takes into account the differences in students' learning styles, and the analysis results become a starting point for grouping students based on these differences for future study plans.
Teknik Mind Mapping untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Menulis Teks Deskriptif pada Peserta Didik Kelas VII di SMP Negeri 1 Glenmore
Authors: Faiqoh Elok , Yuliastri Windriyani , Astutik Indri
Published: November 2023

The mind mapping technique is an innovative learning approach that can creatively develop ideas. This research aims to determine the use of mind mapping to improve the descriptive text writing skills of 7th-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Glenmore. The method used in this research is Classroom Action Research (CAR) or action research involving 2 cycles, with each cycle consisting of 2 meetings. From the research results, the researcher found that the mind mapping technique can enhance the descriptive text writing skills of the students. The average scores of the students before and after being taught using the mind mapping technique show that before the intervention (58.81), in the first cycle (67.40), and in the second cycle (71.14). It can be concluded that there is an improvement in the students' descriptive text writing skills. In conclusion, English learning with the application of the mind mapping technique to enhance descriptive text writing skills has a significant impact on the learning outcomes of 7th-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Glenmore.
APPLICATIONS OF KNOWLEDGE DISCOVERY AND DATABASE (KDD) IN CLINICAL DECISION SUPPORT SYSTEM
Authors:   Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, Caritas University, Amorji Nike Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria.OCID 0000 0002 9536652, U. C Nwankwo, , N.J Ngene, ,   Lecturer, Department of Computer Science, Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu State, Nigeria, J. N Onuora, ,   Lectuer, Schoolof General Studies, Caritas University Enugu, Nigeria.
Published: November 2023

Applications of Knowledge Discovery and Database (KDD) in Clinical Decision Support Systems) is a research work that aims to develop a medical system that has the ability to detect and suggest cure for an ailment with minimal effort. Healthcare system has been a major source of worry across the globe in recent time due to emergence of different types of diseases and epidemics. The number of health care personnel in various hospitals falls short of the number required most especially in terms of specialists. The medical system in Nigeria today suffers from lack of fast, accurate, reliable and intelligent software solutions that can help healthcare practitioners make decisions that would solve urgent, and in some cases, complex medical problems in real-time. Also, the cost of processing and analyzing large volumes of data in a medical environment is high most especially in terms of time consumption. So in this research design and implement clinical decision support system using knowledge discovery in database (KDD) was the major focus. The design required a computerized database for storing medical records as well as software for improved intelligence-based medical procedures that were going to be simpler to use, versatile, adaptable, savvy, and effortless at combining and evaluating medical data, allowing medical practitioners at all levels to make realistic, intelligent, and real-time decisions on critical health issues. The system was designed using the Object-Oriented Design and Analysis Methodology (OOADM).
Tubular Interstitial Nephritis Secondary to Herbal Consumption: Case Report and Literature Review
Authors:   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Internal Medicine. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Torres Ruiz Elizabeth , Torres Ruiz Andrea Carolina ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 50. Department of Surgery. San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí, México, Ruiz Ravelo Rodolfo Martín ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Internal Medicine. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Ruiz Cruz Norma Cecilia ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Nephrology Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Hernández De Lira Perla Karina ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Internal Medicine. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Quiñones Carlos Salvador Alcázar ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – General Hospital of Zone No. 33. Department of Internal Medicine. Monterrey, Nuevo León, México, Moreno Andrea Fernández ,   Mexican Social Security Institute – UMAE No. 25. Department of Pathology Monterrey, Nuevo León, México
Published: November 2023

Acute tubular interstitial nephritis is a form of immune-mediated renal injury characterized by infiltration of immune cells in the renal tubulointerstitium, leading to oliguric or non-oliguric acute kidney injury. It manifests with systemic arterial hypertension, foamy urine, and sometimes with secondary anemia if there is progression to chronic renal disease. The diagnosis of certainty is made by biopsy, the initial treatment consists of identifying and removing the triggering agent to avoid further exposure to toxins, management of the acute renal lesion and in some cases, it may be decided to start corticosteroids to avoid progression to end-stage chronic kidney disease. We present the case of a 24-year-old female patient with a history of consumption of unspecified herbal medicine for aesthetic purposes 3 years prior to our evaluation, who debuted with hypertensive emergency manifested by hypertensive retinopathy, hypertensive renal vasculopathy and tubulointerstitial nephritis, successfully treated with the withdrawal of the aggressor agent, angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitors, nitrates and corticosteroids. After 6 months of follow-up, the patient is asymptomatic and with total recovery of the renal disease documented by normal creatinine in laboratory tests.
Kostmann Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of a Rare Congenital Neutropenia Disorder
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Jalisco. México., Gutierrez Elsa Maria Roselli , Arriaga Diego Reyes ,   Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Jalisco. México., Saines Herrera Rosario Guadalupe ,   Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Jalisco. México., Gutierrez Gabriela Nohemi Flores ,   Universidad de Guadalajara, Centro Universitario de Tonalá, Tonalá Jalisco. México, Andrade Rivera Samuel Rene ,   Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Jalisco. México., Lopez Alvarez Sophia Elizabeth ,   Universidad Autónoma De Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Jalisco. México.
Published: November 2023

Kostmann Syndrome, also known as severe congenital neutropenia type 1 (SCN1), is an exceedingly rare and severe hematological disorder characterized by a near absence of neutrophils in the peripheral blood. This congenital anomaly presents significant challenges in terms of diagnosis, management, and treatment. In this comprehensive article, we delve into the multifaceted aspects of Kostmann Syndrome, providing an in-depth analysis of its pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, genetic underpinnings, and therapeutic interventions. Furthermore, we highlight recent advancements in the understanding of this condition and emerging strategies for its early detection and improved patient care. With this review, we aim to enhance medical practitioners' and researchers' awareness of this condition and facilitate the development of more effective therapeutic modalities for Kostmann Syndrome.
Appendicitis on Pediatric Patients: Current Evidence in Diagnosis and Treatment
Authors:   MD. Universidad Anáhuac Mayab., Ibarra-Guerrero María Fernanda , Noguera-Echeverría Alexis Emir ,   Surgical Resident. Clínica Hospital Mérida, ISSSTE. Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán., Martínez-Morales Mauricio Gerardo ,   MD. Universidad Anáhuac Mayab., Rodríguez-Sosa Sergio Heinar ,   Surgical Resident. Clínica Hospital Mérida, ISSSTE. Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán., Espadas-Velázquez Jorge Alberto ,   Surgical Resident. Hospital General Playa del Cármen, Servicios Estatales de Salud en Quintana Roo. Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán., Vásquez-Muñoz Ileana Marisol ,   Surgical Resident. Hospital General Playa del Cármen, Servicios Estatales de Salud en Quintana Roo. Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán., Hernández-Luna J. Edgar Efraín ,   Surgical Resident. Hospital General Playa del Cármen, Servicios Estatales de Salud en Quintana Roo. Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Autónoma de Yucatán., Robledo Carrasco María Fernanda ,   Medical Intern. Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla., Forfori-Palomo Mathilda Giorgia ,   Medical Student. Universidad Anáhuac Cancún., García-Nuñez Isa Dalai ,   Medical Student. Universidad Anáhuac Cancún., Lugo-Silvarán Pedro Ángel ,   Medical Intern. Universidad Anáhuac Mayab., Herrera-Villaseñor Enzo Alejandro ,   Medical Intern. Universidad Anáhuac Mayab., García-Glaxiola Jackeline ,   Social Service MD Intern. Universidad de Guadalajara.
Published: November 2023

Appendicitis is a common surgical condition in pediatric patients, with a higher prevalence among males by 55 – 60%. The etiology is not definitively established, but luminal obstruction caused by stool, lymphoid hyperplasia, or parasites is a commonly cited cause. The classic presentation includes the gradual onset of periumbilical abdominal pain with migration to the right lower quadrant within 24 hours, fever, anorexia, nausea, and vomiting. However, infants and young children may present differently. Risk scores have been developed to improve the accuracy of diagnosis by using clinical symptoms, physical examination, and laboratory results. Ultrasound is the recommended imaging modality due to its low cost and avoidance of radiation, with reported sensitivity ranging from 72.5% to 94.8% and specificity of 95% to 99%, depending on the operator's experience. In young preschool-age children, acute appendicitis carries a higher risk of complications, including surgical site infections and abscesses. The risk of appendix perforation increases with delayed diagnosis. Treatment involves fluid resuscitation, pain control, antibiotics, and appendectomy. In cases of perforation, percutaneous drainage may be necessary. Hospital readmissions are often due to infection, bowel obstruction, or abdominal pain.
Geohelminth Contamination of Fruits and Vegetables Sold in Selected Markets within Yenagoa Metropolis, Bayelsa State.
Authors:   Department of Biology , Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State., Gbeghebo Ayibadinipre Jennis , Dominic Araka Akugbenebibo ,   Department of Biology, Bayelsa Medical University Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, Ada Prefa Chinyere ,   Department of Integrated Science, Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State., Best Inokoba ,   Department of Biology , Isaac Jasper Boro College of Education, Sagbama, Bayelsa State.
Published: November 2023

Vegetables and fruits form an essential part of the human diet as they provide vitamins, fibre and minerals. This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of geohelminths contamination in fruits and vegetables sold in selected markets within Yenagoa metropolis, Bayelsa state. Fifteen (15) samples each of five different fruits and vegetables which include; carrot (Daucus carota), cabbage (Brassica oleracea), Fluted pumpkins (Telfairia occidentalis), Waterleaf (Talinum triangulare), and Water Melon (Citrullus lanatus) were purchased from five local markets within Yenagoa Metropolis Bayelsa State, making a total of 375 samples. Sedimentation method and microscopy was used to determine the presence of geohelminth ova in the fruits and vegetables. Parasites observed were compared with the Atlas of Parasitology for proper identification. The results from the laboratory analysis revealed that geohelminths were more prevalent in Tombia market (18.7%), followed by Swali (13.3%), Opolo (9.3%), Kpansia (6.7%) and Akenfa (4%). Among the geohelminths identified, Ascaris lumbricoides had the highest prevalence (35.9%), followed by Ancyclostoma duodenale (33.3%), Strongyloides stercoralis (20.5%), while Trichuris trichiura recorded the lowest prevalence (10.3%). Carrot recorded the highest prevalence among the fruits and vegetables (17.3%), followed by pumpkin (13.3%), waterleaf and water melon recorded 9.3% prevalence each while cabbage recorded the least prevalence ( 2.7%). For a healthy society devoid of gastroenteritis, there is need for individuals, farmers, government, fruit and vegetable vendors to ensure fruit and vegetable hygiene.
Iago the Quintessence of Capitalism: An Inquiry into Shakespeare's Othello
Authors:   Department of English, Higher Institute of Science applied to Humanities of El Kef, Tunisia, Mezghani Dr. Miriam
Published: November 2023

“Tis in ourselves that we are thus or thus” so claims Iago in Shakespeare’s Othello. His character compresses multiple complex versions, soliciting a large assortment of deliberations. He is the concentration of evil who thrives in breaking moral imperatives. He is a reflection of bigoted racism, or hegemonic patriarchy. In other instances, his repressed homoerotic desires are at the origins of his hatred and violence towards Othello. Interpretations of Iago converge and diverge into a timeless maelstrom of critical scrutiny. Beyond the ethical, cultural, social, sexual, and political boundaries, Iago can be read within an economic girth. Shakespeare’s Othello is entrenched in a world of social struggle and political upheaval. Iago’s pursuit of happiness is contingent not on changing fortunes but rather on avid individualism. His intentions and motivations might be an expression of a nascent Renaissance entrepreneurial values. Instead of a struggling proletariat, Iago stands for hostile and aggressively ambitious capitalism. The purpose of this article is to show that Iago’s character is a manifesto of an emergent Early Modern capitalism. His ruthlessness foreshadows a similar merciless modern economic ideology. Concepts such as servitude, desire, and individualism will be patterns that attempt to break down the conundrum that is Iago within a capitalist dialectic.
Gender Issues in Student Scientific Papers: Study of Student Thesis of Faculty of Da'wah and Communication Sciences UIN Syahada Padangsidimpuan, Indonesia
Authors:   Faculty of Da'wah and Communication Science Sheikh Ali Hasan Ahmad Addary State Islamic University, Padangsidimpuan, Indonesia, (DR., M.Kom.I) Icol Dianto
Published: November 2023

Da'wah and gender research has been carried out before, but focusing on gender research and da'wah higher education is still very limited. This study aims to analyze the theme of gender in the thesis work of students of the Faculty of Da'wah and Communication Sciences, Sheikh Ali Hasan Addary State Islamic University, Padangsidimpuan. The method used is a documentation study with a systematic literature review to analyze gender themes contained in student thesis documents. Documents used as data sources are limited to the period of publication years, starting from 2018 to 2022. The results found that gender issues are still very limited to student theses in the last five years. Analysis of 592 FDIK theses found that none of the theses used the word gender, only 18 theses used the word gender in the text, one thesis used gender as the main theory, and one other thesis contained gender as a sub-section of discussion. Varied gender terms are only found in theses that use gender theory. The dominant keywords as representations of gender themes are roles, wives, women, women, and adolescents. This study recommends to the Faculty of Da'wah and Communication Sciences to provide knowledge and skills that can build gender awareness for students, and direct student thesis research for gender issues.
The Effect of Regional Original Income, Balancing Funds and Financing Revenue on Regional Financial Independence with Regional Asset Management as an Intervening Variable
Authors:   Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Madura, Salehoddin Salehoddin
Published: November 2023

This research aims to examine and analyze the influence of Regional Original Income on Regional Asset Management in the Pamekasan Regency Government, the influence of Balancing Funds on Regional Asset Management in the Pamekasan Regency Government, the influence of Regional Financing Revenue on Regional Asset Management in the Pamekasan Regency Government, and the influence of Regional Asset Management towards Regional Financial Independence in the Pamekasan Regency Government. The population includes 42 Regional Work Units with a total population of 295 people. Meanwhile, the total sample taken was 127 people. Data analysis in this research was carried out using the Structural Equation Model (SEM) method. The software used for structural analysis is SPSS AMOS 24. The research results show that Regional Original Income has a positive and significant effect on Regional Asset Management, Balancing Funds has a positive and significant effect on Regional Asset Management, Financing Revenue has a positive and significant effect on Regional Asset Management, and Regional Asset Management has a positive and significant effect on Regional Financial Independence.
A Study on the Effect of Technology in Enhancing Spoken Language Proficiency
Authors:   Dai Nam University- Hanoi, Vietnam, Hoa, M.A Le Thi
Published: November 2023

This research paper investigates the impact of technology on improving spoken language proficiency among language learners. The study employed survey research to figure out students’ perceptions toward the use of technologies in enhancing spoken language. The study aims to analyze the various technological tools and methodologies used in language education and their effectiveness in enhancing oral communication skills. Through a comprehensive literature review, empirical data collection, and analysis, this paper provides insights into the potential benefits, challenges, and future directions of integrating technology in language learning. The research explores the key aspects of technology-assisted language learning, including language apps, virtual reality, social media, and online platforms. It also addresses the implications of technology-driven language education in terms of individual learning styles and cultural contexts. The findings offer valuable insights for educators, curriculum designers, and learners striving to achieve higher spoken language proficiency.
Deviation between the Convergence to the Target Values of the Performance Indicators of the Local Strategic Goals for the Development of Entrepreneurship and the Average National Trends: Case Study of the City of Rijeka
Authors:   Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Rijeka, Ivana Filipovića 4, 51 000 Rijeka, Croatia, Čegar Saša
Published: November 2023

This paper addresses the selection of appropriate measurable performance indicators for monitoring defined strategic goals for entrepreneurship and business sector development at the local level, particularly from the perspective of bringing the pace of development closer to the national average. Using the example of the Croatian city of Rijeka, the paper analyses whether the convergence to the target values of key indicators of success in achieving the city's strategic goals in the field of entrepreneurship also contributes to favourable development dynamics of the local business sector compared to the average national trends. The results presented in this paper have shown that the overall performance of local entrepreneurs in the city of Rijeka, although approaching the target values, still lags behind the average trends at the national level. This is mainly reflected in the below-average labour productivity, below-average economic strength and below-average capital equipment, as well as in the extremely monolithic structure of the local business sector. Therefore, this case study shows that it is important for cities to consider the broader context of specific development goals when developing appropriate indicators to monitor the success of their implementation, especially in terms of national or regional development averages and criteria for the long-term stability and resilience of a city's development.
The Role of Digital Investment in Economic Growth in Iraq
Authors:   Department of Economic, Kammoun Prof. Dr. Niazi , Kamil Shabib Mohammed Abdul Kareem ,   Department of Economic
Published: November 2023

The economic developments on the global economic stage have contributed to a qualitative shift in economic fields. Many advanced economies now rely on modern technology, with digital economy taking the lead in these countries. This necessitates those developing countries in general, including Iraq, follow the lead of advanced economies in developing their capacities in the knowledge economy. This is crucial for sustaining their economic resources as they transition from rentier economies, which depend on a single sector and have revenues linked to the external world, making their economies vulnerable to fluctuations and instability. The research is based on the hypothesis that the emergence of the new digital investment is a result of the evolution of information and communication technology. It affects both those who possess information technology and those who lack it, consequently influencing the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). The aim is to shed light on the characteristics of this new digital investment, and to present and analyze the key outcomes of investing in the digital economy. The focus is on indicators of digital access, as well as measuring the relationship between indicators of investment in the digital economy and economic growth.
Women’s Leadership in Islamic Boarding Schools: A Comparative Study of Islamic Boarding Schools in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei Darussalam
Authors: Armila Nizma
Published: November 2023

It is common knowledge that men are the leaders of women, but Islam also encourages gender equality in education, which can be seen in the prophetic direction and the lives of salaf scholars, where at that time many female scholars emerged. Even so, religious boundaries must still be considered where in teaching and learning practice there can be no ikhtilat or mixing between men and women, therefore in the field of Islamic education, especially pesantren, it becomes a need for pesantren which only consists of women to the top. . In recent years, there has been a growing interest in women's leadership in these schools, as many Muslim women are seeking to become religious leaders.This comparative study aims to examine women's leadership in Islamic boarding schools in Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei Darussalam. The purpose of our study was to analyze the different leadership roles of women in Islamic boarding schools in these three countries. We use a qualitative approach combined with literature studies with interviews as a data collection technique. In addition, we used thematic comparative analysis to analyze the data collected from the interviews. The results are; in Indonesia, women often serve as heads of pesantren, focusing on collaborative, community-oriented leadership emphasizing service and mutual support. Conversely, female leadership in Malaysian Islamic schools is relatively rare, characterized by hierarchical structures and strict rule enforcement. Brunei Darussalam displays limited female leadership, with some exceptions following a conservative, values-centered approach. The study underscores the influence of cultural, social, and religious factors on women's leadership styles in Islamic educational institutions. The research highlights the need for further exploration of these dynamics, enabling the development of policies and practices that foster inclusive leadership environments within the context of Islamic teachings. At the end of this article will be presented in the form of a table about a comparison conclusion between Islamic Boarding School and Women Leadership in these specified countries for better understanding
Rethinking The Proteus Effect – Can our digital personas influence our offline selves?
Authors: Poleac Gabriela
Published: November 2023

This paper seeks to clarify the notable phenomena known as the Proteus effect. This phenomena clarifies the ability of avatar characteristics within digital gaming environments to have a noticeable impact on people’s actions in the real world. The research question that informs the conceptual framework put forward in this academic discourse is the following: if the Proteus effect is clearly perceptible among members of online gaming communities, might it not possibly also apply to users of social networking platforms?  The study will use an example from the science fiction anthology series “Black Mirror” to explain and support this theoretical claim. It is hypothesised that once people create a social media presence, they start creating a digital identity or “avatar”, the development of which has the potential to have a substantial impact on their behaviour in real life. The Proteus effect’s plausible expansion outside of the online gaming industry, where it was first documented, is the main hypothesis that this paper seeks to clarify through the use of a hypothetical scenario taken from modern cinematic narratives. This article’s hypothesis imagines a future in which people eventually become like their digital avatars, leading to a time when real people resemble their virtual counterparts.
Readiness of Student Nurses in Clinical Practice Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Tolentino Premicias , Banaticla Melania
Published: November 2023

The Philippine government postponed the face-to-face learning modality due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which was crucial for the application of knowledge, skills and attitude in clinical settings among nursing students. This study attempted to determine the level of readiness of the nursing students of the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA-Calamba Campus in clinical practice amidst COVID-19 pandemic. Further, the study delved into the significant difference in the level of readiness of nursing students when they are grouped according to profile. This study used a descriptive quantitative research design. The total population of the study was 23 nursing students from 3rd year and 4th year of the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA-Calamba Campus in the Academic Year 2022-2023. Purposive sampling was used in this study. The Casey-Fink Readiness for Practice Survey was adapted for this study. The findings presented that 69.6% were aged 20-22, 78.3% were female, and 60.9% belonged to third year. The overall weighted mean of 2.98 revealed that the level of readiness among nursing students was high. There was no significant difference in the level of readiness for Related Learning Experience between the nursing students with ages ranging from 20-22 and 23-25, as the computed p-value of 0.868 is greater than the 0.05 level of significance, this implied that age was not a factor in the level of readiness for the clinical practice of the nursing students. There was no significant difference in the level of readiness in clinical practice between the male and female nursing students, since the computed p-value of 1.00 is greater than the 0.05 level of significance, this inferred that sex was not a factor in the level of readiness for the clinical practice of the nursing students. Lastly, there was no significant difference in the level of readiness for clinical practice between 3rd year and 4th year nursing students, whereas the computed p-value of 0.610 is greater than the 0.05 level of significance, hence the hypothesis was accepted that there was no significant difference on the level of readiness in clinical practice when grouped according to profile.
Feminism: An Alternative Approach to International Relations
Authors: Kumar Ajay
Published: November 2023

Almost half of the world's population is women, so how can it be possible that any discipline is one-sided or only male-oriented? Similarly, all meta-theories cannot impose rules and regulations on the whole world as international relations theories just by being malevolent. In this case, the only alternative is to foster feminist theory, not ignore them as often occurs in IR theories, which implies demeaning them through various conceptions. This can be considered a one-sided perspective or approach to understand the world, which divides men and women into supremacists and subordinates respectively. Feminist IR, therefore, stands as an alternative approach to understanding the masculine IR that questions it as well as provides ‘reflective theories’ from literature to psychology to history, and has been seeking a safe place in IR for the last four decades as a serious academic discipline. This article will try to examine the feminist theories of the IR discipline as an alternative approach, for which descriptive and analytical method was adopted for this explanatory research. As a result, it has been found that feminist IR has searched out the gap between IR theories and it has been given a new shape to IR discipline in the form of a critical feminist IR theory as an alternate.
The Relationship Between Organizational Stress and Job Satisfaction Among Pre-University Teaching Staff
Authors: Sandu Mihaela Luminița , Rus Mihaela , Iliuță (Pârlica) Elena
Published: November 2023

In this era of constant change and highly competitive environments, school efficiency is considered a key factor in successful organization. To ensure the success of educational systems and policies that are seamlessly implemented, schools require motivated and satisfied teachers who feel secure in their workplace and are capable of meeting high standards in their tasks. On the other hand, the continuous monitoring of teachers in the implementation of new curriculum policies, teaching and learning evaluation can diminish motivation, effectiveness, and job satisfaction. Furthermore, the academic literature has recognized teaching as a profession with high levels of stress. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between stress and professional satisfaction among pre-university teachers. The motivation for choosing this topic is primarily grounded in the idea that we all desire to build and maintain a mentally and emotionally balanced, healthy environment that enriches our quality of life and provides a conducive framework for personal growth and development. It also helps us become more aware of and optimize our relationships with the environment we live in, with others, and even with ourselves.
Morpho-physiological characteristics of plants and biochemical parameters of rowan berries, common rowan, and domestic rowan grown in the conditions of the Northern Forest-Steppe of Ukraine
Authors: Moskalets Valentyn , Hulko Bohdan , Rozhko Ivanna , Moroz Vira , Ivankiv Mariana
Published: November 2023

The relevance of this subject lies in the comparative evaluation of different species of rowan to increase their significance and use in the system of ornamental and fruit horticulture, in the technologies of processing plant raw materials, and in the production of products for healthy nutrition. The purpose of the study is to examine the morpho-physiological characteristics of plants and the biochemical parameters of the fruits of different species (varieties, forms) of the genus Sorbus. Based on the results of practical research, original data on the morphology and economic characteristics of representatives (varieties and forms) of Sorbus intermedia Pers., Sorbus aucuparia L., Sorbus domestica L. are presented. Biological properties of the plants and biochemical parameters of the fruits are highlighted. It is established that all studied representatives of the genus Sorbus have high winter hardiness (1.5 points according to S.Ya. Sokolova), in addition, Scandinavian rowan plants have high drought resistance (4.5 points according to S.S. Pyatnitsky) compared to common rowan plants. Phenological observations of plants of different rowan species allowed for the conditions of the Forest-Steppe of Ukraine to determine the time of onset of ontogenesis phases: development of vegetative buds, appearance of leaves, shoot growth, budding, and flowering, formation and development of ovaries, ripening and fruiting, changes in leaf colour, and leaf fall. Subphases that more accurately characterise the time of onset, peak, and end of a certain phase of development have also been identified, which is a scientific achievement for strategies in the system of ornamental and fruit horticulture. The growth intensity of varieties and forms of representatives of the Sorbus genus in height was studied, and the general condition of plants for viability is evaluated. Preparatory work on the preparation of rootstocks, the selection of scions, and grafting allowed the formation of model plants in the collection nursery and additional assessment of their growth strength, the onset and passage of individual phases of development, assessment of drought and winter hardiness, age of fruiting, and more. Biometrics and descriptions of stem, branches, vegetative and generative buds, leaves, inflorescences, and fruits are also conducted. The taste characteristics of the fruits are described in the materials of the paper. Biochemical analysis of the fruits allowed establishing their suitability for processing and the production of products for healthy nutrition
Novel hatching cue in the neotropical damselfly Megaloprepus caerulatus: larval adaptation and maternal constraint
Authors: van’t Hof Arjèn E. , Fincke Ola M.
Published: November 2023

The evolution of sibling cannibalism as a maternal strategy is particularly challenging to explain when nurseries are shared among multiple females. Such is the case for the damselfly, Megaloprepus caerulatus, whose females lay eggs in bark above the water line in large, water-filled tree holes. Asynchronous egg hatching appears to be a maternal bet-hedging strategy to increase the chances that cannibalistic offspring hatch during windows of opportunity, which occur after the remaining large larvae emerge, having eaten all others. We investigated the proximate causes of asynchronous hatching. By monitoring the pattern of egg hatching under ambient temperature in an insectary, we found that egg hatching co-occurred with lower ambient temperatures, which decreased with increasing rainfall. Treating fully developed eggs to a lower temperature for two hours triggered increased hatching relative to controls at ambient temperature. Dissection of control clutches indicated that embryonic development of siblings was asynchronous. Results suggested that the hatching trigger is adaptive. Rainfall assures a recharge of the larval habitat with water and provides wet conditions essential for neonate mobility on bark. Only 40% of neonates in a 4-day drying treatment survived; none survived the 8- and 14-day treatments. This novel hatching trigger should increase the number of neonates entering the nursery after rains, constraining a mother’s control over the timing of egg hatch, while increasing the competition among related and unrelated offspring for limited windows of opportunity in the shared nursery.
A Study on Hotel Front Office Practices and its Impact on Guest Satisfaction with Reference to the Vivanta by Taj Blue Diamond, Pune
Authors: Ankit Sharma
Published: November 2023

The Vivanta case study from Taj Blue Diamond in Pune focuses on identifying the creative methods used by the front office division and calculating their influence on how satisfied guests are. According to the results, it was noted that inventive thinking had a favourable effect procedures, level of service, politeness, competence, and Staff responsiveness (CCR) to visitor satisfaction the hotel's level
Mechanics and Relativity
Authors: Idema Timon
Published: November 2023

In Mechanics and Relativity, the reader is taken on a tour through time and space. Starting from the basic axioms formulated by Newton and Einstein, the theory of motion at both the everyday and the highly relativistic level is developed without the need of prior knowledge. The relevant mathematics is provided in an appendix. The text contains various worked examples and a large number of original problems to help the reader develop an intuition for the physics. Applications covered in the book span a wide range of physical phenomena, including rocket motion, spinning tennis rackets and high-energy particle collisions.
Slurry Transport Fundamentals, A Historical Overview & The Delft Head Loss & Limit Deposit Velocity Framework 2nd Edition
Authors: Miedema Sape A.
Published: November 2023

In dredging, trenching, (deep sea) mining, drilling, tunnel boring and many other applications, sand, clay or rock has to be excavated.The book covers horizontal transport of settling slurries (Newtonian slurries). Non-settling (non-Newtonian) slurries are not covered.
BSc Optics
Authors: Konijnenberg Sander , Adam Aurele J.L. , Urbach H. Paul
Published: November 2023

This book treats optics at the level of students in the later stage of their bachelor or the beginning of their master. It is assumed that the student is familiar with Maxwell’s equations. Although the book takes account of the fact that optics is part of electromagnetism, special emphasis is put on the usefulness of approximate models of optics, their hierarchy and limits of validity. Approximate models such as geometrical optics and paraxial geometrical optics are treated extensively and applied to image formation by the human eye, the microscope and the telescope.
Polarisation states and how to manipulate them are studied using Jones vectors and Jones matrices. In the context of interference, the coherence of light is explained thoroughly. To understand fundamental limits of resolution which cannot be explained by geometrical optics, diffraction theory is applied to imaging. The angular spectrum method and evanescent waves are used to understand the inherent loss of information about subwavelength features during the propagation of light. The book ends with a study of the working principle of the laser.
Inzicht: academische vaardigheden voor bouwkundigen
Authors: Hoekstra MaartenJan , Lousberg Louis , Rooij Remon , Wilms Floet Willemijn , Zijlstra Sake
Published: November 2023

Het boek Academische Vaardigheden voor Bouwkundigen geeft een verdiepend beeld van bouwkunde als wetenschappelijke discipline, gaat expliciet in op de relatie tussen ontwerp en onderzoek en richt zich met name op praktische vaardigheden die bouwkunde studenten ontwikkelen gedurende hun bachelor opleiding in Delft.
Het boek is opgebouwd uit vier delen.
Deel A richt zich op de plaats van bouwkunde binnen de wetenschap.
Deel B richt zich op basisvaardigheden: algemene academische vaardigheden voor bouwkundigen.
Deel C diept specifieke bouwkundige methoden van onderzoek uit.
Deel D, het laatste deel is enerzijds gericht op de praktijk en anderzijds op reflectie.
Door deze brede opzet kan het boek niet alleen direct gebruikt worden door studenten en docenten in de leerlijn Academische Vaardigheden, maar juist ook in de andere leerlijnen en modulen. Tevens is het boek een naslagwerk voor andere Bouwkunde en Architectuur opleidingen in binnen- en buitenland dat inzicht geeft hoe wij binnen de faculteit Bouwkunde van de TU Delft aankijken tegen het vakgebied en welke academische vaardigheden op bachelor niveau daar bij horen.
The Impact of Electronic Word of Mouth and Brand Image on Purchase Intentions in Digital Marketing
Authors:   The Northeast Asian Business and Economic Association (NABEA), Liu Qian , Dai Xulong
Published: November 2023

Purpose - This paper addresses the fact that under the rapid development of the cosmetics industry, electronic wordof- mouth and brand image occupy an increasingly important position in digital marketing and can greatly improve the competitiveness of enterprises.
Design/Methodology/Approach - This study first conducts a certain literature review on the research related to electronic word of mouth and brand image, then constructs a research model of electronic word of mouth, brand image, and purchase intention in digital marketing, and conducts a survey through the distribution of questionnaires, and then carries out descriptive statistical analysis, reliability and validity analysis, correlation analysis, regression analysis, and ANOVA on the questionnaires by SPSS 24.0 in order to conclude.
Findings - First, electronic word-of-mouth has a significant positive effect on purchase intention; second, it is not true that brand image has a significant effect on purchase intention; third, there is a difference between different ages on purchase intention, and according to this conclusion, we make suggestions and point out the direction of subsequent research.
Research Implications - In this study, a Chinese national brand - Huaxizi - is selected as the main research object to carry out the investigation, hoping that it can provide significance to the development of Chinese national brands in digital marketing.
Implementasi Simultaneous Pick Up and Delivery Vehicle Routing Problem with Time Windows Menggunakan Integer Non-Linier Programming
Authors: Widyastiti Maya , Sumarsa Amar
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengimplementasikan variasi dari model Vehicle Routing Problem (VRP) untuk melakukan pendistribusian suatu barang, Rute yang dirancang untuk menentukan banyaknya kendaraan yang digunakan dan rute terpendek pendistribusian. Model Pickup and Delivery Vehicle Routing Problem with Time Windows (PDVRPTW) dimodelkan dalam bentuk Integer Non-Linear Programming, dan diselesaikan menggunakan metode Branch and Bound. Model ini digunakan karena dapat menghasilkan solusi dalam menyelesaikan masalah optimisasi rute dengan batasan tertentu. PDVRPTW merupakan permasalahan rute kendaraan dimana setiap konsumen terjadi pengiriman dan pengambilan barang sekaligus dan terdapat batasan waktu. Hasil yang diperoleh sebanyak 4 kendaraan yang digunakan. Jarak tempuh terpendek sebesar 26816 meter. Jarak tempuh kendaraan 1 sebesar 5299 meter, kendaraan 2 sebesar 6546 meter, kendaraan 3 sebesar 6684 meter dan kendaraan 4 sebesar 8287 meter. Hasil penentuan rute menggunakan metode Branch and Bound memberikan rute yang lebih baik, dimana jarak pengiriman dapat dihemat sebesar 2575 meter atau 9,6%.
Pengklasifikasian Variabel-Variabel Yang Mempengaruhi Terjadinya Stunting di Kota Medan dengan Metode Chi-Square Automatic Interaction Detection (CHAID)
Authors: Rakhmawati Fibri , Arianti Mei Yunina , Widyasari Rina , Cipta Hendra
Published: November 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah pengklasifikasian dan menganalisis faktor mana yang sangat berepengaruh terhadap kejadian stunting di Kota Medan menggunakan metode CHAID. Metode CHAID ini bekerja dengan mengidentifikasi hubungan antara variabel dependen dan independen lalu menggunakan hubungan ini untuk mengklasifikasikan sampel. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa faktor-faktor yang berpengaruh pada kejadian stunting terhadap bayi usia 24-59 bulan di Kota Medan berdasarkan hasil analisis metode CHAID adalah Riwayat Pemerian ASI Eksklusif dan Sanitasi. Dari hasil analisis metode CHAID diperoleh tiga pengklasifikasian berbeda yaitu: (1) Bayi usia 24-59 bulan yang mengalami stunting sangat pendek adalah bayi dengan keadaan Riwayat Pemberian ASI Eksklusif tidak diberikan sebesar 54% dan sanitasi tidak layak sebesar 66,7%. (2) Bayi usia 24-59 bulan yang mengalami stunting adalah bayi dengan keadaan Riwayat Pemberian ASI Eksklusif tidak diberikan sebesar 54% dan sanitasi layak sebesar 25% dan (3) Bayi usia 24-59 bulan yang tidak mengalami stunting sangat pendek adalah bayi dengan keadaan Riwayat Pemberian ASI Eksklusif diberikan 23%. Sehingga hasil temuan penelitian ini diharapkan memberikan masukan kepada pihak terkait dalam mengantisipasi terjadinya kasus stunting dengan mengklasifikasi factor-faktor mana saja yang sangat mempengaruhi kasus stunting ini.
Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik Melalui Strategi Learning With Team Quiz Menggunakan Media E-Modul
Authors: Satira Ulva , Novianti Novianti , Khaulah Siti
Published: November 2023

Meningkatkan hasil belajar peserta didik menjadi salah satu tujuan penelitian ini melalui strategi Learning With Team Quiz menggunakan media e-modul pada materi sistem persamaan linear dua variabel (SPLDV) kelas VIII SMP Negeri 1 Kuta Blang. Penelitian dilakukan menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dan menggunakan jenis Quasi Eksperimen Design. Bentuk desain yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah Nonequivalent Control Group Design. Pengambilan data dilakukan di kelas VIII/1 sebagai kelas eksperimen dan kelas VIII/2 sebagai kelas kontrol. Teknik pengumpulan data yang dilakukan pada penelitian ini berupa soal tes dalam bentuk essay. Data penelitian ini diolah menggunakan perangkat lunak SPSS versi 22. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa nilai rata-rata posttest yang diperoleh kelas eksperimen 83,40 dan kelas kontrol 73,26. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data yang telah dilakukan, terlihat bahwa nilai N-gain kelas eksperimen sebesar 0,79 dengan kriteria tinggi dan N-gain kelas kontrol sebesar 0,67 dengan kriteria sedang. Dengan demikian dapat dikatakan bahwa terdapat peningkatan hasil belajar peserta didik melaului strategi Learning With Team Quiz menggunakan media e-modul pada materi SPLDV di SMP Negeri 1 Kuta Blang.