bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
WeChat-Based Intervention for Chinese Immigrants With Hypertension: Development and Evaluation Study (Preprint)
Authors: Li Wen-Wen , Toh Prisca
Published: January 2023

BACKGROUND

Despite Chinese immigrants having a higher or comparable proportion of hypertension (HTN) compared to non-Hispanic White and Hispanic individuals, there are no effective technology-based intervention studies that target HTN management in Chinese immigrants in the United States.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of this study was to develop and pilot-test the efficacy of a culturally and linguistically sensitive social media–based intervention (WeChat) for Chinese immigrants to improve blood pressure (BP) control, antihypertensive medication adherence, and self-efficacy.

METHODS

The study was conducted in 2020 with a pre- and posttest design (N=20). A WeChat-based intervention was implemented using one 20-minute video presentation plus one 20-minute nurse counseling session via WeChat at the baseline, followed by 4 biweekly 20-minute nurse counseling sessions via WeChat calls. The primary outcome (BP control) and secondary outcomes, including medication adherence and self-efficacy in HTN management, were measured at baseline and at 6 months.

RESULTS

The participants’ mean age was 68.9 (SD 10.2; range: 51-86) years. The majority of the participants were female (n=13, 65%), had a high school degree or less (n=15, 75%), were married (n=16, 80%), not religious (n=13, 65%), and not employed (n=12, 60%). The results showed that the mean baseline systolic BP was 131.43 (SD 9.61) mmHg, and the mean diastolic BP was 79.79 (SD 9.62) mmHg. The 6-month outcome showed a reduction of systolic BP (–0.74, SD 9.18 mmHg; P=.05) and diastolic BP (–0.96, SD 6.92 mmHg; P=.001). The mean score for medication adherence at baseline was 4.50 (SD 1.70), and it significantly improved to 3.65 (SD 1.18) at 6 months (reversely scored; possible range was 1-5, with 1 being the best score; P=.001). Self-efficacy in HTN management had a trend in reduction from a baseline score of 8.28 (SD 1.25) decreasing to 7.93 (SD 1.48) at 6 months, with a mean difference of 0.34 (SD 2.02), with a score of 0 indicating the lowest self-efficacy and a score of 10 indicating the highest self-efficacy.

CONCLUSIONS

Our WeChat-based HTN management program showed a significant improvement in diastolic BP and medication adherence as well as a trend of reduction for systolic BP and self-efficacy in managing HTN in Chinese immigrants. Compared to the traditional health care system, the proposed WeChat-based HTN management program has a low cost and is easy to implement. Thus, further investigation is recommended to generate further results. This intervention should be tested across different regions and clinical settings to verify the findings. The long-term goal is to implement the intervention in clinical settings to help Chinese immigrants at large achieve better HTN management.
A Study on Sports Advertisement Translation from the Perspective of Skopos Theory
Authors: Xu Xueting
Published: January 2023

With the study of Skopos theory, the paper searches for the translation strategies of sports advertisements. Based on the study of language characteristics of sports advertisements, the paper compares the linguistic differences between Chinese and English sports advertisements. This paper briefly discusses some problems of sports advertisement translation. By analyzing the translation strategies adopted by different translators, the paper attempts to find appropriate solutions to problems of translating. These solutions touch on four aspects, including adherence to Skopos theory, respecting foreign cultures, mastering the linguistic features of sports advertisements in English and Chinese, and achieving the function of communication. The paper draws the following conclusions: there are differences and similarities between Chinese and English sports advertisements. Translators can choose different methods to overcome cultural and linguistic barriers with the guidance of Skopos theory. Moreover, the Skopos theory is the best way to assess the quality of translation.
Real-world comparison between weekly versus biweekly dosing of cetuximab for metastatic colorectal cancer
Authors: Aggarwal Himani , Han Yimei , Sheffield Kristin M , Cui Zhanglin Lin
Published: January 2023

Aim:
This real-world study aims to compare overall survival (OS) associated with biweekly (Q2W) versus weekly (Q1W) cetuximab dosing regimens for metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC) treatment in the US.
Methods:
Adult patients with
KRAS
wild-type mCRC who received cetuximab ± chemotherapy from 2013 to 2019 were selected using Flatiron Health's electronic health records database. Propensity score matching was used to balance Q2W and Q1W cohorts on baseline patient characteristics. The Kaplan–Meier method was used for survival analyses. Several sensitivity analyses were conducted to assess the robustness of findings from the main analysis.
Results:
Of 1075 patients in the study, 60.7% received cetuximab Q1W and 39.3% Q2W. Median OS (95% confidence interval) in months was 17.2 (15.3, 18.8) for Q2W versus 14.3 (12.8, 16.0) for Q1W; p = 0.246. Similar OS between the dosing cohorts was observed in sensitivity analyses.
Conclusion:
Weekly and biweekly cetuximab had comparable effectiveness in this real-world study.
Face Recognition Based Attendance System
Authors: Laddha Bhushan , Rathi Devanshu , Mugalikar Atharva , Hatwar Bhushan , Bothe Sakshi
Published: January 2023

Abstract: Out of the most common uses for image processing is face identification, which is important in the technological field. Recognizing faces is a hot issue for verification, especially in student attendance competitions. A face recognition attendance system uses high-definition surveillance and other computer technologies to identify students using face biostatistics. The developing system aims to digitize the outdated method of calling names and maintaining pen-and-paper attendance records. The existing procedures for recording attendance are cumbersome and time-consuming. Manual recording allows for easy manipulation of maintenance records. Traditional attendance systems and current biometric technologies are subject to proxies. As a result, this study is proposed to address all of these issues.
A theoretical analysis of the validity of the Van Hiele levels of reasoning in graph theory
Authors: González Antonio , Gavilán-Izquierdo José María , Gallego-Sánchez Inés , Puertas María Luz
Published: January 2023

The need to develop consistent theoretical frameworks for the teaching and learning of discrete mathematics, specifically of graph theory, has attracted the attention of the researchers in mathematics education. Responding to this demand, the scope of the Van Hiele model has been extended to the field of graphs through a proposal of four levels of reasoning whose descriptors need to be validated according to the structure of this model. In this paper, the validity of these descriptors has been approached with a theoretical analysis that is organized by means of the so-called processes of reasoning, which are different mathematics abilities that students activate when solving graph theory problems: recognition, use and formulation of definitions, classification, and proof. The analysis gives support to the internal validity of the levels of reasoning in graph theory as the properties of the Van Hiele levels have been verified: fixed sequence, adjacency, distinction, and separation. Moreover, the external validity of the levels has been supported by providing evidence of their coherence with the levels of geometrical reasoning from which they originally emerge. The results thus point to the suitability of applying the Van Hiele model in the teaching and learning of graph theory.
Students’ problem-solving ability in solving algebra tasks using the context of Palembang
Authors: Putri Ratu Ilma Indra , Zulkardi  , Riskanita Arini Dyah
Published: January 2023

This descriptive research aimed to know students' problem-solving ability in arithmetic operations on algebra forms through an Indonesian realistic mathematics education, namely Pendidikan Matematika Realistik Indonesia (PMRI), approach in secondary school number 17 Palembang. The learning process, material, and assessment used were principles and characteristics of PMRI. The data collection technique was done by two students' activities and the written test to measure students' problem-solving abilities. The written test, which referred to the indicators of problem-solving ability, was given after the learning process. This study's findings indicate that Palembang's context helps students comprehend algebraic arithmetic operations. The principles and characteristics of PMRI play an essential role in enhancing students' problem-solving skills. To conclude, students develop and solve problems by modeling based on their mathematical ideas. In addition, students must be able to develop problem-solving strategies in which they employ a variety of procedures.
The Association Between Autonomic Arousal, Emotion Regulation, Anxiety & Quality of Life in Young Adults
Authors: Chang Chern Yi Marybeth , Vries Marieke de , Groom Madeleine , Michelini Giorgia , Bellato Alessio
Published: January 2023

Anxiety disorder is one of the most common mental health problems but
why some individuals stay resilient during stressful situations whilst
for others anxiety becomes so severe that it significantly affects
quality of life and socialisation, is unclear. Previous research
suggests that emotion regulation and autonomic arousal play a vital role
in explaining why experiencing stress and anxiety leads to the onset of
anxiety disorders. Hence, this study aims to investigate the association
between different emotion regulation strategies (positive vs negative),
autonomic functioning (heart rate variability), anxiety symptoms,
psychological wellbeing, and quality of life, in young adults from the
general population in Malaysia. This study aims to recruit at least 100
participants. Participants will be required to complete questionnaires
which measure demographic information, emotional dysregulation, use of
emotion regulation strategies, anxiety, stress, and quality of life.
Participants would subsequently have their heart rate recorded
continuously during a resting-state period, a picture categorisation
task and post-experiment resting period. The picture categorisation task
will require participants to watch emotion-inducing pictures then rate
its valence and arousal. We hypothesise that there will be an increase
in autonomic reactivity and a reduction in autonomic regulation (indexed
by reduced vagally mediated HRV measures), which is associated with
increased emotional dysregulation, increased anxiety and stress, and
reduced quality of life, in young adults. Another expected hypothesis is
that young adults with higher levels of anxiety will be more prone to
adopt negative emotion regulation strategies and will exhibit weaker
arousal regulation (reflected in reduced HRV).
Left ventricular Dissecting Pseudoaneurysm with Extensive Intramural Course: Management Challenges
Authors: Mehdizadeh Chris , Amatya Prashila , Partow-Navid Rod , Rao Ravi M. , Rothstein Daniel , Ali Mir Wasif , Pai Ramdas G.
Published: January 2023

A 69-year-old female presented to the emergency department with chest
pain and EKG changes consistent with anterior STEMI. Left heart
catheterization revealed multi-vessel CAD. She was referred for a CABG.
Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) with contrast raised concerns for
apical pseudoaneurysm (Image 1). Cardiac computed tomography (CT)
confirmed the presence of a multi-lobular dissecting pseudoaneurysm and
extensive pericardial thickening (Images 3 and 4). This was confirmed at
surgery, and she underwent partial pericardiectomy. Repair of the
defects was deemed too high risk and adhesion prevented the insertion of
any grafts. She subsequently underwent percutaneous revascularization.
Assessment of the quality of life in patients with knee osteoarthritis
Authors: Milenovic Natasa , Hornjak Marijana , Lukac Sonja , Simundja Ana , Veselinovic Milan , Bajic Gordan
Published: January 2023

Introduction. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative rheumatic disease of the
peripheral joints. It mostly affects one joint, usually the hip and knee
joints, as well as the distal interphalangeal joints of the wrist and thumb
carpometacarpal joint. The clinical symptoms include pain, swelling,
stiffness, crepitus, muscle atrophy, subluxation, as well as reduced joint
mobility, greatly affecting the quality of life of patients. The aim of this
study was to assess the quality of life of patients with knee osteoarthritis
and determine whether there is a difference in the quality of life of
patients with unilateral and patients with bilateral knee osteoarthritis.
Material and Methods. The study was designed as a retrospective study
including 60 patients, 30 patients with unilateral gonarthrosis and 30
patients with bilateral gonarthrosis. The EuroQoL five dimensions
questionnaire was used to assess the quality of life. Results. There is no
statistically significant difference in the quality of life between
individuals with unilateral and bilateral knee osteoarthritis, but there is
a significant positive correlation between the pain intensity and
difficulties in the domains of quality of life. Conclusion. People with
osteoarthritis of the knee mostly take painkillers and have a good or
excellent response to therapy. There is no statistically significant
difference in the quality of life among people with unilateral and bilateral
knee osteoarthritis. There is a significant positive correlation between the
pain intensity and difficulties in the domains of quality of life. There is
a significant negative correlation between the perception of general health
and all five domains of quality of life.
Understanding the state of confusion in patients with psychosis during COVID-2019 pandemic: A report of two cases
Authors: Cvjetkovic-Bosnjak Mina , Bibic Zeljko , Nedic Aleksandra , Zivanovic Olga , Vasic Vesna , Kujancic Dusan
Published: January 2023

Introduction. There is a lot of evidence that coronavirus disease 2019 has
various manifestations. This paper presents a report of two cases with the
aim to indicate the multifactorial etiology of confusional states in
patients with mental disorders at the time coronavirus disease 2019
pandemic. The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 affects not
only the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, but also the brain, kidneys
and other organ systems. One of the first manifestations of this infection
can be mental confusion. Case Study. The first patient, a woman diagnosed
with schizoaffective psychosis, suddenly presented with confusion, followed
by hypersedation which was at first attributed to overmedication. In another
patient, with the diagnosis of bipolar affective disorder, sudden confusion
(delirium) was initially recognized as an element of mental disorder
deterioration. A more detailed observation revealed that the confused state
in both patients was caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome
coronavirus-2 infection. Discussion. It is common for the manifestations of
severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 infection to include
respiratory and cardiovascular syimptoms. However, symptoms related to other
organs and organ systems, including changes in neurological and
psychological status, should not be ignored. Conclusion. It was noticed that
confusion and delirium-like states are quite common early symptoms of
coronavirus disease 2019. In psychiatric patients, it is always necessary to
rule out the organic etiology of the consciousness disorder and immediately
proceed with the diagnostic procedures. One should certainly keep in mind
that diagnostic errors are possible, not only due to various manifestations
of the infection, but also due to the stigmatization of mental illness,
which must be overcome in order to provide the best possible treatment
effects.
Generalized Fibonacci numbers with five parameters
Authors: Tasyurdu Yasemin
Published: January 2023

In this paper, we define five parameters generalization of Fibonacci numbers
that generalizes Fibonacci, Pell, Modified Pell, Jacobsthal, Narayana,
Padovan, k-Fibonacci, k-Pell, Modified k-Pell, k-Jacobsthal numbers and
Fibonacci p-numbers, distance Fibonacci numbers, (2, k)-distance Fibonacci
numbers, generalized (k, r)-Fibonacci numbers in the distance sense by
extending the definition of a distance in the recurrence relation with two
parameters and adding three parameters in the definition of this distance,
simultaneously. Tiling and combinatorial interpretations of generalized
Fibonacci numbers are presented, and explicit formulas that allow us to
calculate the nth number are given. Also generating functions and some
identities for these numbers are obtained.
On the Merrifield-Simmons index and generating functions for the graphs of the state PL(2,n)
Authors: Gultekin Inci , Cevik Fatih
Published: January 2023

In this study, we compute Merrifield-Simmons index of graphs which corresponds to PL (2, n) by using the decomposition formula. Examination shows that Merri-field-Simmons index of certain classes of graphs deduce as a result in a difference equation. Further, the prominent formula for Merrifield-Simmons index of PL (2, n) and generating function are found as a function of the number n of hexagons in the state of PL (2, n). Also the relations formed for the (PL (2, n, n)) graphs obtained by combining two PL (2, n) with a certain angle between them are given.
Oscillation analysis of conformable fractional generalized Lienard equations
Authors: Can Engin , Adiguzel Hakan
Published: January 2023

In this study, we investigate the oscillatory properties of solutions of a
class of conformable fractional generalized Lienard equations. By using
generalized Riccati technique, we present some new oscillation results for
the equation. Illustrative examples are also given.
On irresolute functions in ideal topological spaces
Authors: Almuhur Eman , Al-Labadi Manal
Published: January 2023

In the ideal topological spaces (X, ?, I) and (Y, J, ?), we define (I,
J)-irresolute function, weakly-(I, J)-irresolute, strongly-(I, J)-irresolute
functions, semi-I-open sets and quasi-H-closed spaces modulo ideal I. We
discuss properties of (I, J)-irresolute function mapping connected, closed,
compact ideal spaces modulo I and semi-I-isolated points. (I,
J)-Homeomorphisim on presemi-I-open sets and closure properties of
quasi-H-closed spaces and semi-I-open subsets are explored in this paper.
Quaestor (κυαιστωρ) - quaesitor-οσ - κοιαιστωρ
Authors: Ilic Tamara
Published: January 2023

The paper offers an analysis of the office based on different types of sources. The first stage in the shaping of the imperial quaestorate was the creation of the function of quaestor sacri palatii and its subsequent use in the Dominate period. In the legislation issued by Emperor Justinian I, the quaestor became the quaesitor (quaesitor??) and acquired new roles. Later legislators did not distinguish between the quaestor and the quaesitor and hence describe a hybrid institution rooted in both Roman and Justinian?s laws. The legal sources, particularly the surviving documentary and sigillographic material, leave plenty of room for an analysis of the duties performed by the quaestor, most commonly referred to in post- -tenth century sources as the ?????????. In line with this explanation, after an overview of the relevant sources and the existing literature on the subject, the paper describes the first stage in the shaping of this office (I); offers a scholarly exploration of the laws promulgated by Justinian I (II); analyzes the office of the quaestor/quaesitor in the most under-researched periods in the evolution of this function, the Middle and Late Byzantine periods (III and IV); finally, the last chapter (V) brings a list of the known holders of the quaestor/quaesitor office (and dignity) starting from the 7th century, which is included as an appendix.
Plotinus the antipalamite
Authors: Lauritzen Frederick
Published: January 2023

The synod of Constantinople of 1351 discussed six questions and answers concerning the Palamite doctrine of energies. Nikephoros Gregoras was condemned at the gathering and subsequently defended his position in his History of the Romans, where he indicated that the Neoplatonist Plotinus held the same views on the relation between the divine and its activities. This would imply that Plotinus? ideas were also condemned at the synod of 1351. On the other side of the debate, the Neoplatonist Proclus had anticipated the same arguments as Gregory Palamas in his commentary on Plato?s Parmenides. Indeed, the Palamite debate employed argumentative strategies which had distinguished Plotinus from Proclus and therefore revealed the brilliant dynamism of Byzantine Platonism in the fourteenth century.
The serbs and the war against the Turks in the letters of Francesco Filelfo
Authors: Costanza Salvatore
Published: January 2023

Francesco Filelfo (Tolentino 1398 ? Florence 1481) was one of the humanists
to gain a thorough knowledge of Greek in Constantinople, where he lived in
the 1420s. The young learned man was integrated into the Byzantine
establishment. In particular, the heir and joint emperor John VIII
Palaiologos appointed him as his personal secretary. On behalf of John,
Filelfo attended the international congress in Buda in 1423; he met
personally with the Holy Roman Emperor Sigismund, Despot of Serbia Stefan
Lazarevic and other European leaders. He also went to Kovin on his return to
Constantinople. In his Letters to Roman popes, kings and princes, the
Italian humanist proposed to serve as an alter Nestor, a man who would give
better advice on the war against the Turks. He is particularly interested in
Serbian history. In this respect, he mentions the most important events
relating to the Serbian resistance against the Ottoman Empire, such as the
sacrifice of Lazar in the Battle of Kosovo polje (1389), the legendary
defense of Belgrade in 1456, and the fall of the fortress of Smederevo in
1459. Filelfo?s Letters represent an extraordinary testimony on Western
Balkan history.
Proteomic Predictors of Incident Diabetes: Results From the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) Study
Authors: Rooney Mary R. , Chen Jingsha , Echouffo-Tcheugui Justin B. , Walker Keenan A. , Schlosser Pascal , Surapaneni Aditya , Tang Olive , Chen Jinyu , Ballantyne Christie M. , Boerwinkle Eric , Ndumele Chiadi E. , Demmer Ryan T. , Pankow James S. , Lutsey Pamela L. , Wagenknecht Lynne E. , Liang Yujian , Sim Xueling , van Dam Rob , Tai E. Shyong , Grams Morgan E. , Selvin Elizabeth , Coresh Josef
Published: January 2023

OBJECTIVE

The plasma proteome preceding diabetes can improve our understanding of diabetes pathogenesis.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

In 8,923 Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) Study participants (aged 47–70 years, 57% women, 19% Black), we conducted discovery and internal validation for associations of 4,955 plasma proteins with incident diabetes. We externally validated results in the Singapore Multi-Ethnic Cohort (MEC) nested case-control (624 case subjects, 1,214 control subjects). We used Cox regression to discover and validate protein associations and risk-prediction models (elastic net regression with cardiometabolic risk factors and proteins) for incident diabetes. We conducted a pathway analysis and examined causality using genetic instruments.

RESULTS

There were 2,147 new diabetes cases over a median of 19 years. In the discovery sample (n = 6,010), 140 proteins were associated with incident diabetes after adjustment for 11 risk factors (P < 10−5). Internal validation (n = 2,913) showed 64 of the 140 proteins remained significant (P < 0.05/140). Of the 63 available proteins, 47 (75%) were validated in MEC. Novel associations with diabetes were found for 22 the 47 proteins. Prediction models (27 proteins selected by elastic net) developed in discovery had a C statistic of 0.731 in internal validation, with ΔC statistic of 0.011 (P = 0.04) beyond 13 risk factors, including fasting glucose and HbA1c. Inflammation and lipid metabolism pathways were overrepresented among the diabetes-associated proteins. Genetic instrument analyses suggested plasma SHBG, ATP1B2, and GSTA1 play causal roles in diabetes risk.

CONCLUSIONS

We identified 47 plasma proteins predictive of incident diabetes, established causal effects for 3 proteins, and identified diabetes-associated inflammation and lipid pathways with potential implications for diagnosis and therapy.
Strengthening Religious Moderation of Teachers at Insan Prestasi School Denpasar
Authors: Sudarsana I Ketut , Perbowosari Heny , Linggih I Nyoman , Binawati Ni Wayan Sariani , Wiguna I Made Arsa
Published: January 2023

This community service aimed to strengthen the religious moderation of teachers at Insan Prestasi School Denpasar. Education is a significant factor in building a tolerant educational environment for all religious adherents. The implementation of religious moderation in education was to build a sense of mutual understanding between students from an early age who have different religious beliefs. Thus, both the curriculum and the books applied at schools should be curriculums that contain the values of pluralism and religious tolerance. The methods used in this community service were lectures, questions and answers, and assignments. Collecting data used observations, interviews, and questionnaires for participant evaluation and evaluation of activity implementation. The results of this community service showed that Insan Prestasi School teachers understood the concept and implementation of religious moderation at schools. Furthermore, teachers can instill the values of multiculturalism, bring religious messages more peacefully, and spread human values to students at school.
English Training for PKK Mothers as Strategy to Assist Children Learn English from Young Age
Authors: Rohmana Wahyu Indah Mala , Senjana Suci
Published: January 2023

Currently, many children are exposed to English, especially from online media, and are starting to practice it at home. Children, especially toddlers, need assistance at home from their mothers. However, not all parents especially mothers have enough English skills to teach their own children. Therefore, the community service that is carried out for PKK women in Karangploso View is expected to improve English communication by parents at home better. The community service aims to increase the English skill of the member of PKK mothers. The method used in this activity is the Participatory Action Study (PAR). From community service, you are more confident in speaking English with your child at home, you have your own way of communicating in English according to the character of your child, and your child has an increase in his daily vocabulary in English at home. It is implicated that parents especially mothers can teach English at home by themselves and get used children to start using English from a young age.
Literacy Learning in Early Grades: Teacher Thought on Teaching Literacy
Authors: Apriliana Anggi , Tatat Hartati  , Dadang Sunendar  , Rahman
Published: January 2023

The main problem in student's literacy skills in the early grades has not been implemented holistically. In addition, the teacher has not used the right model in literacy learning in the early grades. The main objective of this research was to analyses the process of learning literacy in elementary school. This study used a survey method involving 48 principals and 148 elementary school teachers. Interviews were used as an instrument to describe literacy learning in early grades of elementary schools. Information obtained from the field is tabulated and presented. This research showed that the procedures or models and learning media used by teachers are different. Teachers have made efforts to increase children's motivation in exploring literacy learning. Teachers believe that literacy is a very important need for every individual. Literacy in the early grades plays an important role in determining students learning success. Effective literacy learning in the early grades needs to pay attention to the learning environment and material that suit the needs of students. A pleasant learning experience and adult support can have a positive effect on reading skills. This skill will greatly affect subsequent literacy skills. If literacy learning in the initial class is not strong, it will be difficult for students to build a foundation for literacy in higher grades.
Role Playing with Digital Comics in Preventing Bullying and Cyberbullying Behavior in Elementary School
Authors: Laili oktaviana Dina , Rusnilawati
Published: January 2023

Education is a process that makes a humane benchmark for educators and devotees to achieve common educational goals. The process proceeds in a specific environment and uses a variety of actions. Lack of attention of teachers in the use of various methods and models to prevent bullying. This study aims to analyses the differences in student attitudes and students’ knowledge about the impact of bullying before and after applying role playing models with digital comic media. The participants of this study were 12 teachers. The method used was quantitative method with experiments. The sample taken was 20 four grader students in elementary school. The data collection method used in this study were observation pretests and post tests, and questionnaire. The data analyses ued in this study were normality test, homogeneity test, knowledge hypothesis test, and attitude hypothesis test. The results of the research showed that there was a significant influence of the use of role playing model and digital comic media in preventing bullying behavior in elementary school. This implementation allows teachers to use a model with media to attract students’ attention so that they can understand the lesson in the learning process easily.
Utilization of Visual Media in Thematic Learning in Elementary Schools
Authors: Wasito Aji , Al ma'ruf Ali Imron , Fuadi Djalal , Rahmawati Laili Etika , Fauziati Endang
Published: January 2023

During the learning process students do not participate and do not study well. Teachers need better learning with steps to increase motivation. Visual media can be a solution to increase student motivation. The aim of this study is to analyses the use of visual media in learning thematic in grade VI along with the obstacles and solutions done by the teacher. The subjects of this study were students, teachers and principals of elementary school. This method uses descriptive qualitative method. Data collection techniques in this study use the form of observation, interviews and documentation. The validity test of the data used is technique triangulation and source triangulation. The research shows that the use of visual media in thematic learning in class VI consists of planning, implementation and evaluation. The obstacle that faced by teachers during the process of using visual media in thematic learning, namely learning media is incomplete or limited , lack of participation of parents and students which not enough understand theory which be delivered by teacher. The solution to overcome the problem of using visual media in thematic learning is to create interactive and attractive teaching materials and build communication between teachers and students.
Elevating Social Sciences Learning Outcomes: TGT Type Cooperative Learning Model
Authors: Amir Pada  , Faizal Amir
Published: January 2023

Teachers are required to be able to master the right learning model in creating a conducive and enjoyable learning situation in order to enable students to be actively involved in discovering and exploring their knowledge. The TGT model is a type of cooperative learning model that collaborate three main activities, namely group learning, games, and matches between groups to achieve learning goals. The purpose of the research is to analyses student learning outcomes before and after the application of the TGT model and to find out the effect of using the TGT model on social studies learning outcomes. This research is quantitative research with the type of experiment. So the research design used is a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group design. Sampling in this study used purposive sampling, consisting of 20 students in each experimental and control class. The data needed, using data collection techniques, namely tests and documentation. The data analysis techniques used are descriptive statistical analysis and inferential statistical analysis. The results showed that social studies learning outcomes increased after being given treatment in the form of using the TGT model and the learning mastery obtained was relatively high and there was an effect of applying the TGT cooperative learning model to student learning outcomes. So that with this research it is hoped that they can broaden their knowledge and skills so that they can update in developing this research so that it can be useful for improving the quality of education in Indonesia.
The Principal's Leadership Role in Implementation of the Independent Curriculum in Elementary School
Authors: Fitria Desy Dwi Kisardi Putri  , Kalstum Honest Ummi
Published: January 2023

The government's policy of an independent curriculum still needs to be revised for every education staff, especially in elementary schools. Therefore it is essential that the leadership role of a school principal is to carry it out. This study aims to analyze the principal's leadership role in implementing the independent curriculum at Harjowinangun 2 Public Elementary School. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a phenomenological design. Data collection techniques in this study are interviews, observation, and documentation. They are testing the validity of using triangulation techniques of data sources and methods. The data analysis used is Miles and Huberman's interactive model. The results of this study show that the principal acts as a leader in program implementation and a manager in managing and is responsible for program collaboration that will be carried out both from the learning aspect and the project to strengthen the Pancasila student profile. The principal is the most significant motivator who can influence and encourage teachers and students to improve their intellect and skills through good role models to implement the independent curriculum successfully. The implementation of the independent curriculum can be successful through the leadership and role of the principal and good cooperation with teachers and other stakeholders.
Learning Model with LMS as an Innovation to Facilitate the Implementation of Learning from Home
Authors: Purba Ramen Antonov , Munthe Rikawati Ginting , Ginting Kalvin
Published: January 2023

Learning from home occurs due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Even if it is done from home, learning quality must be maintained. This study aims to analyze the effect of combining learning models with LMS to increase student learning independence and outcomes. This research combines LMS media, in this case, Schoology, blended learning model, and guided inquiry learning model in one package. The study used a pretest and posttest control group design. The control group used google classroom and google meet. The experimental group used a combination of the learning model with LMS. It was found that the average quality of the learning independence of the experimental group was higher than the mean of independence in the learning of the control group. Likewise, the learning achievement of the experimental group obtained a value greater than the average learning achievement of the control class. The combination of learning models with LMS effectively increases independence in learning and student learning outcomes in learning situations from home.
Digital Story Telling Based on Multimodal Elements on EFL Learners’ Speaking Performance
Authors: Yuniarti Yuniarti , Yulian Ryani , Yuniarti Yuniarti
Published: January 2023

Educators must adapt the contextual model of teaching with educational technology to improve teaching and learning English quality. Digital storytelling is one of meaningful technology that can enhance students' speaking skills. This study examined the effectiveness of digital storytelling based on multimodal elements on EFL learners' speaking performance. A quasi-experimental design with a control and experimental group was employed. The sample consisted of 40 students of Teacher Education of Early Childhood Education. Both classes studied English for Early Childhood Education. Sample in the experimental group was treated by digital storytelling based on multimodal elements and local contents. The control group studied the storytelling based on a conventional video. The instrument used ware speaking rubric, Likert-Scale questionnaires, and interview. Data analysis for students' speaking performance consisted of the inter-reliability test, normality test, homogeneity, test of linearity, and ANCOVA. The procedures of thematic analysis adopted inductive and deductive coding. The result of study shows that digital storytelling with multimodal elements effectively enhances EFL learners speaking performance. The descriptive statistics show that students in the experimental group (M=85.4) significantly outperformed the control group (M=76.9) on their speaking performance by digital storytelling. The students perceived a positive perception of digital storytelling based on multimodal elements in learning English in terms of enjoyment of multimodal features such as visual and auditory and values depicted from local values. The study also explored several perceived obstacles in using digital storytelling in speaking, such as digital and technical literacy, language skill, creativity and innovative thinking, and collaborative learning.
Learning Motivation and Authoritative Parenting for Self-Regulated Learning: The Mediation of Self-Efficacy
Authors: Malau Martha , Indartono Setyabudi , Tianawati Arum Khairunisa Agus
Published: January 2023

Self-regulated learning was one of the factors that can determine the success of learning in the application of online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, researchers have not thoroughly discussed the factors of individual learning (learning motivation and self-efficacy) and social influences (authoritative parenting) that can develop students' self-regulated learning skills. This study aims to analyze the effect of learning motivation and authoritative parenting on self-regulated learning through self-efficacy as a mediator. This study used a quantitative approach, and the number of respondents was 310 students of class XI Social Science High School. Respondents were selected based on the proportional random sampling technique. Data were analyzed using multiple regression with SPSS 22. The results showed that self-efficacy partially mediated the effect of learning motivation and authoritative parenting on self-regulated learning. The results of this study provide theoretical development and make it easier for educational institutions, school principals, teachers, students, and parents to obtain information related to self-regulated learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
PRINSIP KESOPANAN DALAM PERCAKAPAN ANAK USIA DINI PRA SEKOLAH 4-5 TAHUN WAKTU BERMAIN DI TK RABBY RADIYAH CURUP
Authors: Ifnaldi Ifnaldi
Published: January 2023

Kajian sosiolinguistik adalah kajian yang tidak terlepas dari kajian pragmatik bahwa kajian pragmatik merupakan kajian mengenai makna ujaran dalam situasi-situasi tertentu. Menurut Levinsan kajian pragmatik adalah kajian yang melihat hubungan kalimat dengan konteks dan kajian yang menentukan pasangan-pasangan yang cocok atau tindak tutur proposisi yang diimplikasikan. Penelitian ini bertujuan ingin mengungkapkan bagaimanakah bentuk prinsip kesopansantunan dan kerjasama anak-anak usia dini itu dalam percakapan ketika sedang bermain. Kemudian kesopansantuanan apakah yang terucap oleh anak-anak usia dini itu ketika mereka sedang bermain-main dalam dialog-dialog percakapan rekamannya. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Penelitian dilakukan berdasarkan fakta atau fenomena yang ada secara empiris dalam hidup dan kehidupan penuturnya ketika mereka sedang bermain di sekolah. Sehingga yang akan dihasilkan atau dicatat adalah berupa perincian yang tidak mempertimbangkan benar atau salahnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menggambarkan sifat dan keadaan yang ada pada saat penelitian dilakukan. Temuan penelitian dari pembahasan di atas dapat ditemukan bahwa anak-anak usia prasekolah antara 4;5 sarnpai 6;5 pada dasarnya sudah menggunakan kalimat yang hampir sama dengan kalimat orang dewasa. Anak-anak usia dini dalam berkomunikasi baik sebagai penutur dan lawan tutur sudah memahami fitur-fitur semantik dan sudah memahami maksud tuturan secara eksplisit. Anak-anak usia dini prasekolah sudah melakukan kesantunan berbahasa dan kerjasama baik sebagai penutur maupun sebagai petutur. Berdasarkan data yang peneliti dapati bahwa anak-anak pada tingkat kesopanannya berbahasa baik, banyak dilatarbelakangi oleh pendidikan orang tuanya.
VARIASI DAN POLA KOLOKASI VERBA DALAM MAKNA ‘MEMBERIKAN INFORMASI’ PADA KORPUS BERITA
Authors: Pratiwi Safira
Published: January 2023

There are many variations of verb in the meaning of 'providing information’ in the news text. This diversity of verbs in the same field of meaning often creates similar meanings from one to another. In sentences, these variation of verbs not only functioned to enrich the vocabulary and the beauty of dictions but also can show its function in sentences. It’s relevant with Chaer's statement (2012) which said that utterances or words of synonymous are never have the same meaning. It means, each word has its role and function in giving meaning to a sentence. This research was conducted to look further at the relationship of meaning between verbs which are in the same meaning field. The meaning relations which observed are the similarities and differences between these verbs by looking at the collocate that comes after those verbs. The collocate that accompanies the verb can give an idea of ​​the verb pattern in a sentence. This research using a corpus-based application with the theme 'Reconstruction of the Murder of Brigadier J by Ferdy Sambo'. The final results show that out of thirty published reports, fourteen variations of the verb which means 'providing information' with different collocate patterns are found. This research reinforces Chaer's (2012) statement that some verbs which have a close meaning also have their pattern even though they are in the same meaning field. Keywords: news corpus, verb variations, collocations.
KEEFEKTIFAN PENERAPAN BIG BOOK BERBASIS ETNOPEDAGOGIK DALAM PEMBELAJARAN MEMBACA PERMULAAN DI KELAS I SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Ninawati Mimin
Published: January 2023

This research big book is motivated by the lack of use of teaching materials, the low reading skills of students as well as a lack of interest in reading. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of applying big books ethnopedagogic-basedto students' early reading and to introduce students to the cultural behavior of Javanese society that students must possess. This research method is quantitative using a one group pretest posttest design. The population of this research is the first grade students of SDN Cipete Utara 15 Pagi, totaling 41 students. The sampling technique used is using saturated sampling. The sample in this study were all first grade students at SDN Cipete Utara 15 Pagi. Data collection techniques used are observation, interviews, and questionnaires. The data analysis technique is Paired Sample T-Test with the help of SPSS 25.0 Software. The results of the pretest- posttest that the initial reading score was 69.07 increased to 80.31. Based on the results of the different test, there are differences before and after the implementation of the big book based on ethnopedagogics with a significance value of 0.00 (< 0.05). So it was concluded that there was an big book ethnopedagogic- basedinfluence on the early reading skills of first graders.
KEEFEKTIFAN PEMBELAJARAN TEKS NARASI YANG MENGGUNAKAN CERITA RAKYAT TIMOR
Authors: Jalla Wabang Rince
Published: January 2023

The aim of the current study was to delineate the efficacy of teaching narrative texts by using Timorese folklore as teaching material. The subjects in this study were seventh-grade students of SMPN Noemuti. The data procurement technique comprised observation, questionnaire, and test. Observation was carried out to find out the activities of students, a questionnaire was conducted to figure out the students' responses regarding the integration of Timorese folklore in learning, and a test was undertaken to find out the students’ learning outcomes. The result of the study revealed that in learning narrative texts using Timorese folklore, students’ activity reached 82% in the very good category, student learning outcomes achieved an average score of 81,5 which categorized as very good, teacher and student responses reached 97,2% which was categorized as very good. Thus, it was concluded that Timorese folklore was very effectively applied in teaching narrative texts to seventh-grade students of SMP Negeri Noemuti.
PENGEMBANGAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN SERVICE LEARNING BERBANTUAN WEB BASED GEOTAGGING UNTUK MENINGKATKAN EFEKTIVITAS BLENDED LEARNING
Authors: Setiani Ani
Published: January 2023

Tujuan penelitian yaitu mengembangkan model pembelajaran service learning berbantuan web based geotagging untuk meningkatkan efektivitas blended learning pada bimbel yang di kelola mahasiswa, atau guru. Penelitian menggunakan metode R&D dilaksanakan empat tahap, yaitu studi pendahuluan, perencanaan, pengembangan dan uji coba. Validasi pakar dinyatakan valid dengan skor rata-rata ≥ 4,0. Ujicoba terbatas menujukan hasil mahasiswa dan guru bimbel dapat membuat vendor dengan model service learning berbantuan web based geotagging yang di kembangkan. Namun, perlu ada perbaikan dalam keterbacaan mengakses guru terdekat, perbaikan ini selanjutnya dilakukan revisi. Ujicoba lapangan bersama mitra menujukkan hasil revisi pada uji coba terbatas yang sudah di perbaiki, selanjutnya di terapkan kepada mitra SMK Pasundan 3 Kota Cimahi meliputi mahasiswa dan guru bimbel. Menujukkan efektivitas model service learning berbantuan web based geotagging di kembangkan dilihat dari ketercapaian indikator yaitu pembelajaran online dan offline pada sistem web based geotagging diperoleh rerata 4,00, managerial tugas pada blended learning dengan rerata 3,78 dan model service learning berbantuan web based geotagging diperoleh rerata sebesar 3,98. Besarnya pengaruh penerapan model service learning berbantuan web based geotagging untukk meningkatkan efektifitas pembelajaran blended learning sebesar 17%. Hasil akhir menunjukkan bahwa model service learning berbantuan web based geotagging yang dikembangkan memenuhi kriteria valid, efektif dan praktis.
PENERAPAN MODEL PROJECT BASED LEARNING PADA PEMBELAJARAN MENGONTRUKSI KARYA ILMIAH DI SMA
Authors: Halimatusyadiyah Ms Lubis Nur
Published: January 2023

The project based learning model is a learningimodel that seeks to develop competence and learning skills through a series of activities to plan, implement and produce certain products which are contained in a container in the formiof a project. The objectivesito be achievediin this study are to describe the applicationiof the project basedilearning model to learning to construct scientific work in class XI IPA at SMA Negeri 9 Tanjung Jabung Barat. The approachiin this research is a qualitativeiapproach. The results of this study are that the application of PjBL can be used in learning to construct scientific work. This is evidenced by the value of students who are categorized as good. The PjBL learningimodel can increase motivationiand persistence in the learning process