bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENERAPAN METODE DOUBLE EXPONENTIAL SMOOTHING DARI BROWN UNTUK PREDIKSI PENDAPATAN MINIMARKET
Authors: Lina Lina , Rahman Andi Nur , Isnurani Isnurani
Published: June 2024

Indomaret is a trade mini market that sells retail goods originating from factories and then distributed at retail prices. Indomaret's revenue is obtained from the sale of merchandise according to the price determined by the company. However, in the midst of the onslaught of Covid-19 and the threat of a recession, there is a problem from the sales side, namely Indomaret's revenue has decreased since November 2021 to October 2022. Another problem Indomaret is also facing is how to make the minimarket's income reach the target set by the company and adjust it to the stock of goods which is kept in store. So that efforts are needed to forecast sales results in the future and then determine a strategy that is in accordance with the results of the forecast. This study uses the Double Exponential Smoothing Brown Linear 1 parameter method which aims to predict revenue results in November and December 2022 and determine the best alpha parameter. Obtained the amount of inomaret Hj. Enting in November 2022 is IDR 388,772,979.030 and December 2022 is IDR 367,905,870.938. The parameter that minimizes the error value is alpha 0.4 with a MAPE value of 7.6%.
PREDIKSI HARGA PENUTUPAN SAHAM BANK CENTRAL ASIA: IMPLEMENTASI ALGORITMA LONG SHORT-TERM MEMORY DAN PERBANDINGANNYA DENGAN SUPPORT VECTOR MACHINE
Authors: Fahrezi Rizky Azriel , Wijaya Madona Yunita , Fitriyati Nina
Published: June 2024

Stock is an instrument of the financial market that is very popular among other instruments because it has an attractive yield. The research discusses the prediction of Bank Central Asia shares, named BBCA, using the Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) method. The LSTM model is a very popular deep learning algorithm that is suitable for predicting time-related data, historical data, and sequential data. We configure the LSTM model with the following hyperparameters: number of neurons of 60, batch_size of 64, timesteps of 32, epoch of 12, and dense layer of one unit while the configuration for SVM support vector machine model with Gaussian Radial Basic Function kernel and hyperparameter γ = 0.0001 and c = 1000. BBCA prediction results are quite good when compared to the SVM model with a MAPE of 1.07%.
PERHITUNGAN BREAK EVEN POINT MENGGUNAKAN METODE PERSAMAAN DAN METODE GRAFIK PADA PENAMBANGAN PASIR DI CV. PUTRA MANDIRI
Authors: Purwandari Diana , Adrian Agil
Published: June 2024

This research was carried out at CV. Putra Mandiri is a sand producing company with the best quality in East Priangan. The aim of this research is to find out the Break Even Point (BEP) at CV. Putra Mandiri in optimizing Profitability in 2022. The method used to calculate the Break Even Point is using the Equation Method and Graphic Method. Meanwhile, the analysis technique used in Break Even Point is a cost-volume-profit analysis technique, then the cost-volume-profit data obtained in the field is processed using calculations and presented in graphical form. After carrying out analysis in calculating the Break Even Point, it can be seen that CV. Putra Mandiri experienced a Break Even Point when sales reached IDR 19,141,033,708 or 35,391 truck units, so the mathematical equation is Revenue Cost (RC) = 2,105,513,708 Q – 53,193,506,922,400, where Q is the quantity or amount of production
ESTIMASI PARAMETER BERDISTRIBUSI PARETO MODEL SURVIVAL DENGAN METODE BAYESIAN PRECAUTIONARY LOSS FUNCTION
Authors: Ilahi Ridhatul , Yanuar Ferra , Devianto Dodi
Published: June 2024

The aim of this research is to determine the estimation of the scale parameters (θ) of a Pareto distributed survival model with known shape parameters (λ) using the Bayesian Precautionary Loss Function method using the Gamma prior. The data used in this research is secondary data in the form of data on the length of stay for Coronary Heart Disease patients from January 2023 - August 2023 obtained from M. Zein Painan Regional Hospital. Estimation of survival function parameters with the Bayesian Precautionary Loss Function method from the Pareto distribution using Gamma priors obtained  and the value of the survival function with the Bayesian Precautionary Loss Function method calculates the chances of living in cases of Coronary Heart Disease sufferers to be higher. And will be evaluated using the AIC and BIC methods
PENERAPAN MEDIA APLIKASI GEOGEBRA DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MATERI BANGUN RUANG SISI DATAR
Authors: Lonto Grafi , Mangobi James U. L. , Maukar Marvel G.
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine the difference in the average learning outcomes of flat building materials of students taught using Geogebra applications and without Geogebra application Media. This study is an experimental study, with a post-test-only control design. The subjects in this study are Class VIII-A as a media experiment class applied to Geogebra application and VIII-B as a control class without the application of GeoGebra application media, both classes are homogeneous and equal to 20 students. The data of this study are taken from the results of the second post-test class. The mean value of the experimental class posttest is 75.3 and the mean value of the control class posttest is 69.2. The results obtained on the basis of hypothesis tests using a T-test with a significance level of 5% obtained value = 2,396793 > = 1,68595, and then reject . Thus, it can be concluded that the learning outcomes of students applying Geogebra application Media are more than the learning outcomes of students without applying Geogebra application Media
Digital Marketing Strategies and Performance of Tour Operators Supply Chain in the Tourism Industry
Authors: Mwalukasa Boniface Emmanuel
Published: June 2024

Digital marketing strategies are vital in enhancing the performance of tour operators’ supply chains within the tourism sector, increasing visitor numbers, sales, and profit, indirectly affecting the economic growth of a community.  The number of international visitors in Tanzania has remained constant at about one million since 2012. This study investigates the effects of digital marketing Strategies on the performance of tour operators' supply chains in Tanzania, guided by the Resource-Based View theory. Employing a convergent parallel mixed-method design, the study includes a sampling frame consisting of 543 tour operators with a sample size of 230 firms. Data collection involved the utilization of both structured questionnaires and interview guides, followed by analysis employing descriptive statistics and Structural Equation Modelling. The findings demonstrate a positive significant relationship between digital marketing strategies and tour operators’ supply chain performance. The results suggest the integration of Artificial Intelligence into the digital marketing strategies mix to facilitate personalized messaging and enhance analytics. Tour operators need to engage skilled information and communication technology experts and institute continuous training initiatives to increase the quality of their websites and social media platforms ensuring visitors receive updated content to capture the attention of visitors. Attentiveness to visitors’ online feedback is crucial for enhancing product and service delivery and tour operators should focus on increasing website traffic. The results are useful to stakeholders in enhancing the promotion of tourism products and services leading to an increasing the number of visitors.
Effects of Functional Strategies on Service Delivery in Meru County Government, Kenya
Authors: Murithi Olivia Gakii , Obuba Robert
Published: June 2024

The Meru County government had devised functional strategies; however, their execution had been lacking, resulting in unsatisfactory service delivery. Moreover, funds in Meru County had been redirected to unauthorized expenditures, with the government unable to provide documentation for a spending amounting to Sh209 million in the 2021/2022 fiscal year. Challenges faced by the County government extended to limited financial resources and instances of fund misappropriation. The study aimed to explore the effects of functional strategies on service delivery in Meru County Government. The theoretical foundation of the study incorporated ideas from Strategic Fit Theory. To carry out the research, an explanatory research design was employed. Both primary and secondary data was utilized, with primary data collected through the use of semi-structured questionnaires. A pilot test was carried out in the Embu County government to reveal the reliability and validity of the research instrument. Qualitative data analysis employed thematic analysis, presenting the results in a narrative format. For quantitative data, both descriptive and inferential statistics were utilized. Descriptive statistics encompassed frequency distribution, mean (indicating central tendency), standard deviation (measuring dispersion), and percentages. Inferential statistics involved Pearson correlation analysis and multivariate regression analysis. The study found that Functional strategies account for 83.0% of the performance in Meru County Government. The study recommends that county governments should develop policies to ensure effective control of county activities and enhance staff supervision across various departments.
The Correlation between Work Engagement and the Positive Organizational PRIDE Index Provides Perspectives on Workplace Development
Authors: Haapakoski Päivi , Wenström Sanna , Uusiautti Satu
Published: June 2024

In the rapidly changing world of work, more research is needed on the impact of organization-level factors on personal-level work engagement and the mediating mechanisms between them. In this study, we adopted an organization-level perspective to work engagement, applying the positive organizational PRIDE theory as the research framework. The purpose of this research was to investigate the levels of work engagement among employees working in the public sector in North Finland and their association with the positive organizational PRIDE index. The following research question guided the research: What is the relationship between the PRIDE index and work engagement? This was a quantitative survey-based study, in which the data were collected through an online survey. The data collection occurred between October 6, 2020, and February 3, 2021, among public organization employees (N=606 respondents). The factors of PRIDE were analyzed using principal component analysis (PCA). Further, the analysis focused on the connections between background factors and PRIDE and work engagement. A t-test and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) were used to determine the statistical significance between different groups. The results of this study indicated that there was at least a moderate correlation between all PRIDE index elements and work engagement, and each element of the index was associated with work engagement. When considering the entire index, the correlation was strong. Based on the results of this study, we recommend that the observation, identification, and utilization of strengths be systematically supported through leadership and organizational practices.
Desigualdade de gênero no jornalismo esportivo impresso
Authors: Barsotti Adriana , Da Cruz Carvalho Júlia
Published: June 2024

São tangíveis os esforços da televisão brasileira para reduzir a desigualdade de gênero no jornalismo esportivo. Mulheres  vêm ocupando, desde 2021, funções até então exclusivas para homens, como a narração de jogos de futebol. Este artigo parte da hipótese que os jornais impressos estão na contramão da tendência verificada no telejornalismo esportivo. Para alcançar os objetivos, foram analisadas 1.184 publicações das editorias de esporte dos três principais jornais do país – O Globo, a Folha de S.Paulo e o Estado de S.Paulo – em julho de 2020 e julho de 2021.  Do total de textos assinados, 86,7% eram de autoria de homens e apenas 13,3%, de mulheres. Assimetria ainda maior foi registrada no fotojornalismo dessas editorias. Mulheres publicaram 7,9% das fotos contra 92,1% dos homens. Para auxiliar a interpretação dos dados, duas entrevistas em profundidade foram realizadas com mulheres jornalistas das editorias de esporte desses veículos.
amarelinha, o Mineiraço, Lula e Bolsonaro
Authors: Demuru Paolo
Published: June 2024

O que significa o incessante retorno da camisa da seleção brasileira entre junho de 2013 e o governo de Jair Bolsonaro? Qual é o seu papel? O que o futebol tem a ver com a vida pública do Brasil no início do século XXI? Sua intervenção na recente história política e social do país limita-se à aparição da camisa da seleção e à sua apropriação pelos movimentos e partidos de extrema-direita? São algumas das perguntas que às quais o presente artigo procura dar uma resposta. Para tanto, a análise mobiliza o arcabouço teórico-metodológico da semiótica discursiva de Greimas e da semiótica da cultura de Jurij Lotman, combinando análises micro de textos, práticas e discursos específicos com análises macro de configurações socioculturais mais amplas e transversais, revelando os elos entre as semiosferas do futebol, da política, da mídia e da religião.
Estudos contemporâneos em comunicação e esporte
Authors: Helal Ronaldo George , Da Costa Leda Maria , Amaro Fausto
Published: June 2024

O campo de estudos acadêmicos sobre esporte é relativamente recente no Brasil. Em seu processo de construção e consolidação, foi necessário superar o ceticismo de parte da academia, que entendia o esporte de massa – principalmente o futebol – simplesmente como “ópio do povo” ou como um tema menor das ciências sociais e humanas.
Coal Mining and MSME: Is it Mutually Beneficial?
Authors: Bintariningtyas S. , Mulyaningsih T. , Purwaningsih Y.
Published: June 2024

The existence of a coal mining company in the vicinity of the community is something to be feared related to environmental damage due to coal mining. On the other hand, coal mining can have a positive impact on the economy of communities around the mine through corporate social responsibility programs. The problem in this research is that MSMEs need help to improve their performance. Therefore, this research aims to examine how the role of mining companies through corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs can contribute to the development of MSMEs in communities around mining areas. The company provides promotional assistance, funding, and capacity building. This research conducted surveys and interviews with respondents, namely MSMEs, around mining locations. The findings show that corporate social responsibility programs in coal mining companies have a positive impact on empowering MSMEs in communities around the mine. By providing training and promotion facilities to MSMEs, mining companies can also improve MSME performance compared to providing access to financial assistance programs. The company not only takes advantage of mining and focuses on its environmental impact but also the company’s role in empowering MSMEs.
Assessment of the Swelling Behavior of NaOH-Contaminated Red Earth in the Visakhapatnam Region of India Using X-ray Diffraction Analysis
Authors: Darapu Srikanth Satish Kumar , Vindula Sai Kumar
Published: June 2024

Research on the impact of alkali contamination on the swelling behavior of red earth in the Visakhapatnam region has been notably limited. Therefore, this study aims to investigate the effects of alkali (NaOH) contamination on the swelling characteristics of the region’s red earth. The red earth of this region was found to be a well-graded sandy soil with 81% sand and 18% fines. X-ray diffraction studies showed that this region’s red earth mainly consists of quartz, kaolinite, and hematite. The soil is inherently non-swelling. However, the free swell tests showed considerable swell under contamination of NaOH solutions of various normalities (0.05, 0.1, 1, 2, and 4N). One-dimensional consolidation tests have shown that the swell increased with the concentration of the NaOH solution and with the duration of the interaction. Red earth exhibited 'an equilibrium swelling' of 5.6, 10, 15, 17, and 20% when contaminated with 0.05, 0.1, 1, 2, and 4N NaOH solutions, respectively. XRD studies revealed that the red earth sample contaminated with even 0.05N NaOH solution and cured for 56 days exhibited the formation of zeolites analcime and natrolite. Silicate minerals like paragonite and ussingite were also formed along with the zeolites. N-A-S-H compounds, hydrosodalites, and zeolites like super hydrated natrolite, zeolite SSZ16, and zeolite ZK-14 were formed at higher normalities of NaOH after a curing period of 56 days, which caused increased swell. The research demonstrated that the formation of zeolites resulting from the alkali contamination led to swelling in the red earth.
Drivers of Hired Labour Use among Sugarcane Outgrowers in Kilombero Valley, Tanzania
Authors: Richard Mwakibete Anne , Kasanda Sesabo Jennifer
Published: June 2024

This study examined the drivers of hired labour use among sugarcane outgrowers in Kilombero Valley, Tanzania. The study adopted the cross-sectional survey design, encompassing the population of 8,987, with the sample size of 400 drawn from four villages within Kilosa District. The composition of the sample size was determined through a stratified sampling method, categorising outgrowers based on villages, hamlets and the gender of household heads. Data was gathered through a questionnaire. Descriptive and binary logistic regression analyses were employed, with the dependent variable measured on a dichotomous scale. The results reveal that household size, income, age, gender, land size and farm distance from home significantly influenced the utilisation of hired labour while the level of education was identified as an inconsequential contributing factor. These findings shed light on the recent development of hired labour use among outgrowers in the agro-industrial sector. Therefore, improving the functioning of rural labour markets should be considered an effective way of enhancing labour productivity for the mutual benefits of both households that hire and sell labour.
Effectiveness of the Symbolab Calculator in Improving Second Year Science and Mathematics Students Ability to Solve Trigonometric Equations
Authors: Paulin Manirakiza , Jean Baptiste Ndagijimana
Published: June 2024

Trigonometry is a challenging area of mathematics for many students, especially for pre-service primary teachers in TTCs. The Symbolab calculator, software developed to assist mathematicians in solving complex problems, is used to improve students' performance and understanding. This study investigated the effectiveness of using the Symbolab calculator on second-year student-teachers, comparing their performance with those without the calculator. The data was analysed using the t-test. The findings showed that the integration of the Symbolab calculator significantly improved students' performance and understanding, reducing the time taken to solve trigonometric equations. It is recommended that further research be conducted on the effectiveness of combining different instructional methods in trigonometry instruction. There is a need to encourage teachers to adopt various pedagogical strategies for improved learning outcomes.
Availability and Utilization of ICT Facilities in Teaching and Learning of Agricultural Sciences at Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania
Authors: R. Makundi Zungu , F. Rutatora Deogratias , S. Kidudu Joshua
Published: June 2024

This study examined the availability and utilization of ICT facilities in teaching and learning of agricultural sciences at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA). The study adopted a descriptive survey design and the population of the study comprised of 65 instructors from the College of Agriculture (CoA), 4 Heads of Department and the Head of ICT services at the university. A list of instructors with a minimum of ten or more years in teaching from the CoA was used to develop a sampling frame and all research respondents were purposively selected. The interview schedule and questionnaire with a reliability of 0.89 were employed as means of data collection. Quantitative data was analyzed descriptively while qualitative data were analyzed based on themes. The study revealed that most of the ICT facilities were found to be available at the university but they were inadequate to accommodate the number of instructors present at the respective departments. The study further revealed that the extent of utilization was moderate with some of the ICT facilities being over utilized while others were being underutilized. Therefore, it is recommended that the university administration should improve the ICT infrastructure at the departmental level, offer professional development programs that focus on enhancing instructors' technological proficiency and advocate for sufficient resource allocation at both the university and departmental levels to meet the growing demands of instructors and students.
Management of Climate Changes in Turkana County, Kenya
Authors: Nason Vundi
Published: June 2024

This study dealt with management of climate changes in Turkana County, Kenya. The study used the descriptive design. The target population was 200 household-heads identified from Loima and Turkwel Wards. A sample of 60 household-heads was randomly drawn to participate in the study. A questionnaire was used to collect quantitative data while an interview collect the quantitative data. The study concluded that pastoralist communities relied on traditional interventions to cope with effects of climate change. Practiced traditional interventions include migration of people and livestock to other areas presumed to be having more supply of pasture and water and livelihood diversification. Inter-community conflicts over grazing right is the key factor that hindered the implementation of climate change interventions. Other hindering factors include migration of people and livestock, politicians’ exploitation of the pastoralist communities and food insecurity. Experienced challenges include cultural values, illiteracy, lack of trust between facilitators and the community, wrong approach and interventions being done by strangers. The study recommends that development agencies need to work in collaboration with communities to develop and implement interventions against climate change. Pastoral communities need to access relevant information on climate change through attending seminars, workshops and public meetings. Relevant stakeholders should help the pastoralist communities to overcome their unique challenges through community-based seminars and workshops. Finally, the government and other development agencies should focus on the development of pastoralist communities in the country by investing in adult education to reduce illiteracy.
Teachers’ Attitude towards the Use of Computer Technology in Teaching English Vocabulary among Primary Schools in Nyamira County, Kenya
Authors: Nyasimi Nyang'au Benard , Mudogo Benard , Okoth Teresa
Published: June 2024

This paper investigated teachers’ perception towards use of computer technology for teaching and learning English vocabulary in primary schools in Nyamira County, Kenya. The researchers adopted the descriptive design and employed stratified simple random and purposive sampling techniques to select 62 teachers and 23 Curriculum Support Officers (CSOs) who participated in the study through questionnaire and interview. Data was analyzed using both quantitative and qualitative techniques. The study revealed that teachers hold positive perception towards the use of computer technology in English vocabulary lessons. They perceived computer technology as important in improving the quality of vocabulary teaching and learning, increasing learners’ engagement and promoting innovation in English vocabulary. The study thus recommends a need to support the positive perception of teachers through provision of regular professional development opportunities on technology use for successful use of the computer technology in teaching and learning.
Mentoring for Discipleship and Spiritual Growth: An Assessment of Cases in Bentiu District of the SDA Church in South Sudan
Authors: Mona Odolopre Mark Igga
Published: June 2024

This study sought to explore experiences in mentoring for discipleship and spiritual growth in Bentiu District of the SDA Church in South Sudan. The study involved three focus groups to receive data. There were two groups composed of seven participants each. The third group had eight participants, making a sample size of 22 respondents, selected randomly. Before venturing into the field to collect the data, the researcher secured permission from the Adventist church authority. Respondents signed the informed consent forms. Data analysis took place in the form of content analysis in the sense that the researcher assembled common themes to answer the research questions. Based on the findings, the study concludes that the youth in Bentiu District experienced mentoring for discipleship and spiritual growth through spiritual programs such as public evangelistic meetings, personal witnessing, small group meetings and through school programs. Women experienced mentoring through convention programs, association of younger women in various activities and through adult education programs. Special groups of people, also experienced the mentoring in various ways. The study recommends that church leaders need to explore more ways of mentoring the youth and the inexperienced by providing more trainings and involving them in spiritual programs. The church leaders should encourage disadvantaged women to enroll in adult education programs. Moreover, there is a need to integrate spiritual programs in the Adult Education programs so that women will be well equipped for service in the church and in the community.
Factors Shaping Women's Involvement in Community Development Projects: A Case of Mvomero Water Initiatives
Authors: Ngirwa Kamuzora Aurelia
Published: June 2024

This study investigated about factors influencing women's involvement in community development projects within the framework of development initiatives targeting women. Specifically, it focused on water initiatives in the Mvomero District. The study utilized the cross-sectional design. The findings from probit regression analysis reveal significant insights, highlighting the influential role of various factors in shaping women's decisions to participate. Education level emerges as a significant determinant emphasizing the pivotal role of educational attainment in fostering women's involvement in community development endeavors. Additionally, marital status and family size demonstrate notable impacts, illustrating the complex relationship between familial responsibilities and women's engagement in such projects. Furthermore, income level and access to credit emerged as crucial determinants, underscoring the importance of financial resources in facilitating women's active participation. Moreover, media, awareness and government policies played pivotal roles in influencing women's decisions to engage in community development initiatives. The study emphasizes the necessity of targeted policy interventions aimed at women’s participation through enhancement of income-generating opportunities and awareness to foster inclusive development and growth, thereby contributing to the advancement of gender equality in community development efforts.
A paradigm Shift Approach in Transforming Arts and Humanities in East African Universities from Endangerment
Authors: Ngarambe Télesphore , Mulindahabi Charline , Kateregga Abubakar , Canisius Ruterana Pierre
Published: June 2024

This paper discusses the current situation of the arts and humanities disciplines in East African universities and their endangerment. Basing on a sample of 170 respondents, selected from 10 universities, the paper applies a mixed-method approach to collect primary and secondary data by means of questionnaire and interview guides. The analysis applied the thematic approach. The findings show that the causes of the arts and humanities disciplines include lack of government support and sponsorship, misconceptions by the public and limited employability. Despite their relegation to a weak position, it was found that these disciplines significantly contribute to both national and international economies. In addition, they remain fundamental to contemporary societies which call for a symbiosis between STEM and non-STEM disciplines. It is in this context that this paper proposes a paradigm shift to save the arts and humanities from demise through the following strategies: curricular reform, embedding sciences in culture, improvement of marketing and admission approaches, assessment of the contribution of the arts and humanities to national and international economies as well as adopting a competence and market-based approach.
Modalities of Remote Instruction of French as a Foreign Language among Selected Universities in Western Kenya
Authors: Auma Rose , Mudogo Benard , Miruka Frida , Kasili Joyce , Anyonje Lydia
Published: June 2024

This study dealt with modalities of remote instruction of French as a Foreign Language in selected universities in Western Kenya, using the descriptive research designs. The analysis of data involved the descriptive and the thematic approaches. The study involved three universities purposively selected since they are the only ones that offered French as a foreign language in Western Kenya. The collection of data took place through a questionnaire and key informant interviews. Based on the findings, the study concludes that the availability of the teaching and learning equipment for remote teaching of FFL is critically low. Likewise, there was limited educators’ use of the remote teaching approach, which reduced the students’ interactivity and hindered timely feedback. Much as the majority of educators possessed high confidence in the use of technology, their use of technology was low due to limited ability to use technology. The study recommends that the university administration invest in purchasing technological equipment for the universities to realize effective teaching and learning. There is a need to provide workshops for educators to grasp the essence of the use of technology toward effective learning. There is also a need to universities to invest in ICT workshops and courses that can support FFL virtual instruction.
Gender-Based Violence Cases and Response at One-Stop Centers in Shinyanga Region, Tanzania
Authors: David Mntam Betty , Suleiman Bwikizo Shamsu
Published: June 2024

This study sought to establish the perceptions of female survivors regarding the effectiveness of One Stop Centers (OSCs) in responding to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in Shinyanga, Tanzania. Employing a cross-sectional design and mixed research method, the study surveyed 96 female GBV survivors through a questionnaire and key informant interviews. Quantitative data was analyzed using the SPSS software while thematic analysis analyzed the qualitative data. The findings reveal that sexual and physical violence are the common forms of GBV reported at the OSCs. In response, different services are offered at OSCs but the kinds of services offered at each center depend on the availability of staff, accessibility to OSCs, funding from partners and availability of testing equipment. Female survivors reported barriers to OSCs utilization, including low awareness, fear and stigma, protecting perpetrators and insufficient privacy. Shortages in staff, budget constraints and inadequate transportation emerged as significant challenges for OSCs. Increased government funding for OSCs and collaborative efforts among stakeholders are essential steps to fortify these canters and ensure they can adequately respond to the complex and sensitive nature of GBV.
Subacute Influence of Body Cooling on the Perception of Delayed Onset Muscle Pain
Authors: Borges Moisés Augusto de Oliveira , Costa e Silva Gabriel , Di Masi Fabrizio
Published: June 2024

Objective: To investigate the subacute influence of the use of body cooling by immersion in cold water on the perception of Delayed Muscle Pain (DOMS), in the posterior leg muscles, 24, 48 and 72 hours after carrying out a three-course muscle fatigue protocol. series of repetitions until concentric failure of the bilateral plantar flexion and dorsiflexion movement. Methods: 22 untrained participants (age: 20.4±1.7 years; body mass: 65.91±15.38kg; height: 166.86±8.47cm) participated in an effort protocol that consisted of three sets of repetitions until concentric failure of the leg muscles, of plantar flexion and bilateral dorsiflexion movement, with one's own body weight. After one minute, through a draw, one of the legs was designated for immersion, up to the height of the popliteal fold, in a vat of ice water (between 12 and 14º C), during three stages of 5 minutes with a 1 minute break between each stage, totaling 15 minutes of immersion. At the same time, the other leg remained in passive recovery, serving as control. After 24, 48 and 72 hours, the individuals were evaluated regarding the perception of DOMS, in both legs, with an analog pressure algometer (pressure of 6kgf/cm²). The perception of pain was signaled by the participants using the Pain Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Results and conclusions: No statistically significant differences (p<0.05) were found between body cooling and passive recovery, in both groups, in the assessment of perception of DOMS 24, 48 and 72 hours after the exercise protocol.
Identifying Critical Tasks in the Kadiri University 4 Floor Building Construction Project Using the Critical Path Method
Authors: Ali Mahardi Kamalika Khusna , Tjendani Hanie Teki , Witjaksana Budi
Published: June 2024

This study aims to identify critical tasks in the construction of a 4-floor building at Kadiri University using the Critical Path Method (CPM). The project is planned to be completed within 43 weeks, from October 2023 to August 2024, with a budget of IDR 20,551,534,000. Data collection involved direct site visits for primary data and secondary data from project documentation, including the Cost Budget Plan (RAB) and project schedule. Using Microsoft Project software, a project network was mapped, and CPM analysis was performed to identify the critical path. The analysis revealed that several tasks, such as site cleaning, demolition, temporary project fencing, heavy equipment work, geotechnical work, and various structural works from the 1st to the 5th floors, are on the critical path. These tasks have zero slack time, indicating that any delays will directly impact the overall project timeline. Identifying the critical path is crucial for project managers to prioritize resources and efforts on these tasks to ensure the project stays on schedule. This study underscores the significance of CPM in project management for timely completion and effective resource allocation, providing valuable insights for managing similar construction projects.
OCENA OPTUŽNICE U SEVERNOJ MAKEDONIJI – KONTROLNA ULOGA SUDA vs. TRADICIONALNA KOLEGIJALNOST SUDIJA I TUŽIOCA
Authors:   Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje, Faculty of Law, North Macedonia, Lažetić Gordana
Published: June 2024

The main focus of the reform established by the 2010 Criminal Pro- cedure Code in North Macedonia was aimed at redefining the proce- dure by abolishing the investigating judge and increasing the powers of the public prosecutor’s office in the preliminary procedure. The evaluation of the indictment is a very important phase of the crimi- nal procedure but in practice it does not sufficiently fulfill the expec- ted purpose – to be a filter that will not allow the indictment, which is accompanied by insufficient evidence, to enter into force and shall prevent holding the main hearing. Within the framework of fair trial, the relations between judges and prosecutors are very important as well as how their collegiality affects the judicial decisions regarding the merits of the indictment. Their traditionally collegial relationship and complementarity of functions are relevant factors that must be correlated with proper assessment of the indictments and protection of individual rights. It is a matter of concern that almost every in- dictment has been assessed as well-founded, and there is an increa- sing trend of acquittals, that should not be ignored, bearing in mind that the main hearing is conducted even when the indictment does not meet the necessary criteria. The expectation that the court will issue a verdict with established guilt is a material prerequisite for filing an indictment. In this regard, the legal opinion of the Supreme Court of North Macedonia, where only reasonable suspicion is mentioned, in- troduces dilemmas and difficulties for the correct interpretation and application of the provisions of the CPC. It is necessary to improve the quality of the indictments, but also to raise the level of significance of the assessment of the indictment so that this important stage does not turn into a formalized procedure that can be to the detriment of the defendant’s human rights.
CRIMINAL LAW PROTECTION OF DIPLOMATIC REPRESENTATIVES: TRADITION, CRIMINAL AND INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL LAW
Authors:   Faculty of Business Studies and Law - University “Union – Nikola Tesla”, Serbia, Milošević Milan
Published: June 2024

There are several reasons why it is necessary to return again and again and critically evaluate the problems of criminal legal protection of diplomatic representatives in national and international criminal law. The same applies to the incrimination of endangering an internationally protected person, which has existed in the legislation of the Republic of Serbia since 1990. The essential international legal framework of that incrimination is contained in the UN Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of Crimes against. Internationally Pro- tected Persons, including Diplomatic Agents from 1973. The criminal offense of endangering an internationally protected person was omitted from our legislation in the period from 2005 to 2012, and in the mean- time its name and legal description have been changed several times. Despite this, the level of criminal protection of diplomatic representa- tives in Serbia has always been high and harmonized with the appro- priate norms of both customary and written international law.
ILLEGAL MIGRANTS: CRIMINAL LAW AND SECURITY ASPECT
Authors:   University of Novi Sad, Faculty of Law, Serbia, Milić Ivan , Gajić Stefan ,   Ministry of Justice of the Republic of Srpska, Republic of Srpska
Published: June 2024

War events in Syria and the Middle East, and the cre- ation of the Islamic State (ISSIL – Islamic State of Syria, Iraq and the Levant) caused the biggest wave of migration to Europe after the Ottoman conquests at the beginning of the 15th century. The defeat of the Islamic State opened the doors of Europe not only to refugees who wanted to save the bare lives of themselves and their families from hunger and the dangers of war by migrating, but also to many terro- rists who, as people without personal documents and identity, mana- ged to infiltrate into all the major European cities , and today in the role of sleepers they represent the biggest security threat to the EU, due to the increased tensions between Muslims, Christians and Jews caused by the war events in Gaza. The goal of this work is to clarify the phenomenon of illegal migration, the causes of their occurrence and the consequences they leave for a society, by applying first of all normative, comparative and other methods through the criminal law, international law and security aspects.
PROTECTION OF THE CIVILIAN POPULATION DURING THE CONDUCT OF MILITARY OPERATIONS
Authors:   European University, Brčko district, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Baljak Miroslav , Erkić Dražen
Published: June 2024

Every armed conflict, regardless of character and in- tensity, unfortunately without exception brings suffering and destruc- tion. When conducting military operations, care must always be taken to spare the civilian population and civilian objects. When attacks are planned or attacks are decided upon, the res- ponsible persons are obliged to check the targets they plan to attack, primarily that those targets are not subject to special protection or that the provisions of international instruments or that the attack on those objects is not prohibited. Therefore, it must be determined whether the intended targets are military and whether an attack on them does not endanger the civilian population. The exception to these rules refers only to the achievement of a concrete and direct military advantage.
Implementation of Immigration Functions in Border Areas Based on Human Security Perspective
Authors: Mustika Adhista Cahya , Indrady Andry
Published: June 2024

Indonesia's border areas with other countries are prone to various threats, both traditional threats such as territorial disputes or military attacks and non-traditional threats focusing on individual security, known as human security. The high number of human trafficking cases through border areas indicates the need to enhance the functions of personnel assigned to these areas. In this context, Immigration has a significant responsibility to prevent transnational crimes such as the non-procedural dispatch of Indonesian migrant workers and other forms of human trafficking. This research aims to analyze the role of immigration functions in enhancing human security in border areas. This descriptive research is based on literature studies related to border issues and potential crimes, as well as the role of immigration in addressing these problems. Through the four immigration functions—immigration services, law enforcement, state security, and facilitator of community welfare development—it is hoped to improve human security for communities in border areas. The findings indicate that strengthening these functions can significantly reduce human trafficking cases and enhance the welfare and security of border communities. This research provides important contributions to the development of public policies related to border management and the prevention of transnational crimes.
Perselingkuhan Selebritas Indonesia Dalam Portal Berita Daring
Authors: Annur Delaina , Mau Muliadi , Mursalim Mursalim
Published: June 2024

Banyak hal diupayakan agar kehidupan berumah tangga bisa tentram dan harmonis, akan tetapi terdapat permasalahan dan konflik di dalamnya, baik dari masalah yang sederhana atau yang rumit sekalipun. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengungkap posisi subjek-objek dan penulis-pembaca dalam berita perselingkuhan selebritas di portal berita daring menurut analisis wacana Sara Mills, serta merepresentasikan perempuan dalam teks berita tersebut. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dan dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif analisis. Hasil penelitian ini  menunjukkan bahwa dari dua  portal berita daring yaitu kompas.com maupun detik.com sama-sama memposisikan perempuan sebagai subjek dan juga objek yang hadir dalam berita perselingkuhan selebritas. Perempuan sebagai subjek diberikan kesempatan untuk menghadirkan atau merepresentasikan dirinya sendiri, baik saat perempuan menjadi pelaku maupun korban perselingkuhan. Namun, perempuan hadir sebagai objek pemberitaan dari sebuah media ketika perempuan tidak hadir merepresentasikan dirinya sendiri dalam sebuah teks berita. Pemberitaan dari dua portal berita daring tersebut sama-sama membawa pembaca ke posisi narator (pencerita) sehingga pembaca menerima cerita yang dibangun oleh media menjadi sebuah kenyataan. Pembaca cenderung berpihak kepada pihak korban perselingkuhan, baik itu laki-laki maupun perempuan. Dari dua portal berita tersebut juga ditunjukkan bahwa posisi perempuan, baik sebagai korban maupun sebagai pelaku perselingkuhan sama-sama ditunjukkan sebagai gender yang inferior terhadap laki-laki.
Perubahan Mood Mahasiswa saat Kuliah Sudah Mulai Offline
Authors: Idulfilastri Rita Markus , Franscois Frangky
Published: June 2024

Changes in mood are a factor in dealing with increased stress during the Covid-19 pandemic. The importance of mood control in everyday life has an impact on measurements on psychological measurement tools that measure a person's mood. Measurement is considered difficult to measure because naturally mood is abstract and too diverse to be categorized. The purpose of this study was to validate the use of the Four Dimensional Mood Scale (4DMS) with a sample of Indonesian students. The participants involved in this study amounted to 50 people consisting of 40% women and 60% men. Analysis used Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) with Promax rotation and Confirmatory Factory Analysis (CFA). The results show that there are five factors that appear to understand the factors of mood changes that students have, namely "Distress", "Depression", "Anxiety", "Somatization". This reveals that the 4DMS is a measurement tool that is valid and reliable enough to be used in measuring changes in a person's mood.
ANALYSIS OF STRESS MANAGEMENT IN KARATE ATHLETES: SURVEY IN WEST NUSA TENGGARA PROVINCE, INDONESIA
Authors: Yusup Novandi Firdaus , Fauzi F. , Tomoliyus T. , Alim Abdul , Budiarti Ratna , Prabowo Trisnar Adi , Alfredatama Isfan
Published: June 2024

This research aims to analyze in depth the stress management abilities of karate athletes in West Nusa Tenggara Province, Indonesia. This type of research is quantitative descriptive research, with a survey approach. The sample for this research was 30 male karate athletes who were undergoing PELATDA (Regional Training) and would be prepared to participate in the national karate championship in Indonesia. Athlete characteristics: age 18.01±3.2 years, training experience 10.46±0.5 years, age at first competition 11.87±5.9 years, number of competition involvement in one year 3 – 5 competitions. The instrument used in this research was a questionnaire prepared using a Likert scale. There are four dimensions in this instrument, namely the competition dimension, emotional dimension, substantial dimension and mental dimension. Data analysis was descriptive using a percentage formula, then grouped into four categories. The results of this study were 11 athletes (36%) had 'very high' stress, 5 athletes (19%) had 'high' stress, 6 athletes (21%) had 'low' stress 8 athletes (24%) had 'very low' stress'. This conclusion is that stress is a psychological condition that must be managed well by athletes. Because stress can affect an athlete's performance directly or indirectly. Practical ways to manage stress are positive thinking, taking special time for yourself, relaxation, and mental exercise. This research hopes to provide in-depth insight and information on the importance of managing stress in athletes in all types of sports.
 

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Impacto del COVID-19 en la liquidez de las mipymes restauranteras: Caso Cancún, Quintana Roo, México.
Authors: Chi Poot Hermelindo , Villegas López Gilberto , Guillén Arguelles Elisa
Published: June 2024

El objetivo de la investigación fue evaluar el impacto del COVID-19 en la liquidez de las mipymes del sector restaurantero ubicadas en el primer cuadro de la ciudad de Cancún, clasificándolas según su tamaño. El enfoque del estudio fue cuantitativo, de alcance descriptivo y correlacional con diseño no experimental de tipo transeccional. La muestra se integró por 260 directivos. Los datos se recolectaron de marzo a abril de 2021 mediante un cuestionario. La prueba ácida reportó que sólo 6.5 % de empresas tuvieron problemas de liquidez. Se concluye que existe una relación negativa baja entre la liquidez de las mipymes y su tamaño durante la pandemia.
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The aim of this research was to evaluate the impact of COVID-19 on the cash flow of the MSME restaurant sector located in the central area of the city of Cancún. These restaurants were classified by their size. The study’s approach was quantitative, with a descriptive and correlational scope, using a non-experimental cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 260 directors. With the use of a questionnaire, data were collected from March through April 2021. The acid test reported that only 6.5% of the companies had cash flow issues. It is concluded that there is a low negative relationship between MSMEs and their size during the pandemic.