bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Study of Fruit Morphological and Physiochemical Characters of Litchi Varieties in Tropical Horticulture Centre, Nawalpur, Sarlahi
Authors: Bhattarai Asmita , Bhattarai Prayusha , Thapa Manita K.
Published: January 2025

The performance of six litchi cultivars (namely “Shahi”, “McLean”, “Early Large Red”, “Muzaffarpur”, “China” and “Seedless”) on the physical and biochemical quality of fruits was evaluated. Fruit samples were collected at maturity during June from 15-year-old trees of Tropical Horticulture Centre, Nawalpur, Sarlahi, Nepal. There was a significant difference among the varieties. The fruit weight ranged from 18.15-35.04gm, percent recovery of flesh 63.73-83.41%, TSS 17.98-20.58%, and, total sugar 10-19.2%. Seedless variety showed the best performance i.e. highest fruit weight (35.04±4.25gm), percent recovery of flesh (83.41±4.4%), length (3.84±0.31cm), breadth (3.62±0.21gm) and TSS (20.335±0.77%). Therefore, litchi genotypes such as the Seedless variety may have a unique potential for further enrichment of genetic improvement in litchi germplasm.
Teachers’ Experience on Improving ELT Learners’ Speaking Skills
Authors: Aryal Muna
Published: January 2025

This study explores how English language teachers (ELTs) have improved their students' speaking abilities in the context of Nepal. With the rapid pace at which the world is changing and the emphasis on communication, especially in English, students encounter a number of obstacles in their efforts to improve their speaking skills. Drawing upon qualitative methodology, interviews were carried out with two ELTs from the Kathmandu Valley to find out their viewpoints on teaching strategies, learning environments, and approaches to addressing learner challenges. The results show that there are a number of important obstacles, including speaking nervousness, a lack of learning opportunities, and gaps in knowledge between theory and practice. By highlighting interactive teaching techniques and student-centered approaches, both participants emphasize the crucial part that teachers play in creating inclusive and encouraging learning environments. In order to enhance equitable access to high-quality education, the study urges on stakeholders to address systemic issues and support a holistic approach to learning languages. Overall, this study shed light on the difficulties involved in teaching languages and highlights how important it is for teachers to support their students' confidence and speaking ability in the language.
Reflective Practices for Language Teachers
Authors: Chaudhary Tripti
Published: January 2025

The reflective practice recalls our past experiences, reveals reality, and realizes the strengths and weaknesses of the practitioner while changing its abstract idea into practical action. In a similar line, this paper explored the concept of reflective practices and its implications in the classroom. The main purpose of this study was to investigate ways of reflective practices applied by language teachers in their profession reviewing various perspectives on its practices. The information of this study was generated through secondary sources and interviews of research participants; three English teachers of public schools from different parts of Nepal. The result of this study indicated that practice enables teachers to make more informed decisions about their teaching and, as a result, their reflective students receive the best possible opportunities for their learning. Hence, the study's findings will guide pre-service and in-service English language teachers to grow their careers, especially in the teaching field.
जनै पूर्णिमाको सांस्कृतिक उपादेयता
Authors: अधिकारी Adhikari सुशीलकुमार Sushil Kumar
Published: January 2025

संस्कृत शब्दको परिस्कृत एवम् परिमार्जित संस्कारहरूको समभावका रुपमा संस्कृति शब्द व्यवहृत, प्रयोग र प्रचलनमा रहेको छ । संस्कारले शुद्धिक्रिया जसमा मानिसका चारित्रिक अवगुण, दोष कमी कमजोरीहरूलाई हटाई परिष्कार गर्ने काम एवम् मानिस जैविक प्राणी भएकाले यसलाई सामाजिक प्राणी बनाउनमा योगदान दिने तत्त्वहरूको अर्थ संवहन गरेको हुन्छ । समाजको मानसक्रिया सम्बद्ध सम्पूर्ण तत्त्वहरूको समग्र रूप नै संस्कृतिका रुपमा परिभाषित रहेका छ । जनै पूर्णिमालाई हिन्दू तागाधारीहरूले अनिवार्य पालना गर्नुपर्ने संस्कारको रूपमा लिइए पनि प्राचीन वैदिक साहित्यमा संस्कार प्रचलनमा नरही लौकिक युगमा तर उपनयन कर्मसँग सम्बन्धित भएर आएको पाइन्छ । नेपालमा तागाधारीहरूले मनाउने जनैपूर्णिमाका सम्बन्धमा विभिन्न कथनहरू रहेका छन् । जनै पूर्णिमाका दिन शरीरमा धारण गरिएको जनै फेर्नुका अतिरिक्त रक्षाबन्धनका रुपमा  हातमा रातो पहेंलो डोरोसमेत बाँध्ने प्रचलन रहेको छ । यिनै संस्कारहरू मध्ये मानव जन्मका अशुद्धिहरू हटाउन एउटा निश्चित उमेर पुगेपछि गुरु थापेर ब्रतबन्ध (उपनयन) संस्कार गरी यज्ञोपवित (जनै) धारण गरेर सामाजिक र धार्मिक सबै प्रकारका कार्यहरू गर्न योग्य हुने कार्यलाई हिन्दू तागाधारी समुदायले पालना गरेर आइरहेका छन् । यसरी निश्चित विधिविधान सहित विशेष समारोहको आयोजना गरी पहिलोपल्ट धारण गरिएको जनैलाई वर्षै पिच्छे परिवर्तन गर्नुपर्ने दिनको रूपमा ‘‘जनैपूर्णिमा’’ रहेको छ । यसदिन शारीरिक रूपमा शुद्ध भई पवित्र जलाशय वा नदीमा स्नान गरी ब्राह्मण गुरुद्वारा प्रदान गरिएको जनै धारण गर्नुपर्ने प्रचलन रहेको छ ।
Nepali Youths’ Transnational Migration in Akhanda Bhandari’s Malaya Express
Authors: Kattel Achut Raj
Published: January 2025

Going abroad has become the dream of Nepali youths and it has spread rapidly in the country. This dream’s root is the Gurkha soldiers’ recruitment in the past as it has developed the thought of being lahure and going across the border for employment. Akhand Bhandari’s Malaya Express raises the issue of youths’ transnational migration for employment. This article inquires causes of Nepali youths’ choice for foreign employment, its impact and the actions to be taken to change the trend of it. The theoretical tools of transnationalism developed by Vertovec, Levitt and Jaworsky, and Faist and Fauser are taken for the research purpose. The major objectives of the study are to point out the major reasons of transnational migration of Nepali youths, to identify the impacts and to analyze the ways to keep them in the country. The study finds out some positive and negative impacts of transnational migration. The study finds out that unemployment, peer pressure and the trend of migrating for employment are some causes of Nepali youths’ choice for transnational migration. Though transnational migration benefits remittances, it invites many problems in migrants’ lives and transnational families. It focuses on some solutions of transnational migration. The major conclusion of the study is that Nepali youths migrate to Gulf countries for employment and develop the web of relationship. They have emotional and social problems in host land, but they are bound to struggle for their future. They do not live there forever; they return to the homeland after visa time. Opportunities for employment and security of future will help Nepali youths to decide to stay in Nepal.
Ewolucja i współczesne wyzwania sądowej kontroli konstytucyjności prawa w Stanach Zjednoczonych Ameryki
Authors: Rytel-Warzocha Anna
Published: January 2025

The extent and nature of the judicial review of the constitutionality of law have always been one of the most pertinent issues in the discussion about the Supreme Court of the United States. In this analysis, the author examines the evolution of the American model of judicial review of the constitutionality of law. She highlights the problems and challenges over the last two hundred and twenty years, taking into account, in particular, the recent years in which the Supreme Court has made several controversial decisions of ground- breaking importance, sparking social and doctrinal debate about both its constitutional position and relationship with the other powers on the one hand and its impact on the political system of this country on the other.
Brutus, Esej I
Authors: Tulejski Tomasz , Wilmanowicz Maciej
Published: January 2025

The presented source document is the first Polish translation of Brutus’s Essay I. This text was published during the heated debates over the ratification of the Constitution of the United States of America and is fundamental to the anti-federalist tradition of criticism of the Constitution. In the commentary to the essay, the editors identified three issues: the transatlantic roots of the later constitutional controversy, the most important elements of the anti-Federalist critique of the Constitution presented in 1787–1788, and the question of the authorship of the source itself.
Assessment of Drainage Efficiency in the Backfill Disposal Area of East Air Laya Mine Field at PT. Bukit Asam; A case study from Tanjung Enim, South Sumatera, Indonesia
Authors: Suci Fitri Indah Dwi , Fanani Yazid , Cahyono Yudho Dwi Galih
Published: January 2025

This research undertakes a thorough evaluation of the drainage systems in the disposal areas at PT. Bukit Asam during the October 2023 sequence, with the objective of understanding the factors that influence the capacity and efficiency of disposal mounds, the density of materials used, the geometric structure of disposal sites, and the design dimensions of open drainage channels. Utilizing the trapezium volume formula, the study meticulously calculated the planned disposal volumes at various elevations—2,289,155 Bank Cubic Meters (BCM) at 36 meters, 1,004,112 BCM at 42 meters, and 669,892 BCM at 48 meters—comparing these against an actual obtained volume of 1,799,111.4 BCM. The substantial variance between the planned and actual volumes highlights the critical challenges in achieving predictive accuracy in disposal management. Further assessments were conducted using the Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) with a 60-degree cone to determine the density and sub-grade California Bearing Ratio (CBR) of the barrier materials, which were found to be suitable for road construction, falling under sub-grade C classification. Moreover, the Gumbel method was applied to devise the dimensions of a trapezoidal open channel, designed to facilitate a drainage capacity of 100,432.996 cubic meters per hour over a length of 3000 meters. The channel dimensions included a bottom width of 1.1 meters, a top width of 2.3 meters, a depth of 2.4 meters, and a 45-degree slope, with a Manning’s coefficient (n) of 0.03. This detailed inquiry not only provides vital insights into the operational adjustments required for effective drainage but also promotes the adoption of sustainable and safe disposal management practices in the mining industry. The findings from this study serve as a pivotal reference for future improvements in the design and management of mine waste disposal systems
Planning for Normalization of the Apu River in the Post-Mining Area
Authors: Gunawan Risal , Ernawati Rika , Cahyadi Tedy Agung
Published: January 2025

Miners often leave traces such as irregular river channels, holes in the mining area without repair measures, the mining area is located in Boyolali Regency, precisely in the Apu River area. Apu River is one of the centers of Merapi sand mining which is quite large, mining activities have the potential to cause river overflows. For this reason, improvements need to be made. This study aims to plan a post-mining model in a river that has changed, the method in this study is to take water discharge directly with 5 sampling points and analyze the distribution of gumbell rainfall for 10 years and make a comparison, then a trapezoidal open channel plan is made and modeled in HEC-RAS software. Based on the results of taking river water discharge, it is known that the maximum river flow velocity is 0.57 m3/second, while the results of the rainfall analysis are 2.77m3/second. so that in repairing the cross-section using a higher water discharge. The method of repairing the river cross-section is the trapezoidal open channel method, the dimensions of the open channel are designed using a manning roughness of 0.30. The initial design depth of the channel was 1.35 m plus 0.60 m to avoid flood overflow, so that the channel depth became 1.95 m.
Comparison of Techniques: Inverted Flap and Conventional Internal Limiting Membrane Removal in Idiopathic Macular Hole Surgery
Authors: Ďurana Vladimír , Hrevuš Michal , Havrda Jan , Řehák Jiří , Marešová Klára , Karhanová Marta
Published: January 2025

Aim: To compare functional and anatomical outcomes between the inverted flap technique and conventional removal of the internal limiting membrane (ILM) in the surgical management of idiopathic macular hole (IMH).

Material and methods: We retrospectively evaluated the anatomical and functional results in 67 eyes of 65 patients operated on for IMH. The patients were operated on either using the conventional ILM peeling technique (first group) or with the inverted ILM flap technique (second group). 43 eyes of 41 patients were included in the first group, 24 eyes of 24 patients in the second group. We indicated for surgery only patients with IMH stage 2–4 according to the Gasse classification. Best corrected visual acuity (VA) was always determined before and two months after surgery. Furthermore, a comparison of both techniques was made according to the average letter gain after surgery, and the effect of surgery was evaluated using OCT with regard to whether IMH closure succeeded. For both techniques, 25G PPV with SF6 tamponade was performed.

Results: Hole closure took place in 41 eyes with conventional ILM removal. In one eye, the hole did not close even after reoperation with the same technique. Median ETDRS letter gain was 7.0. VA remained the same in 2 eyes (4.7%), worsened in 7 cases (16.2%), and improved in all other cases (79.0%). In 16 eyes (37.2%), VA improved by 2 or more lines of ETDRS charts. Using the inverted flap technique, the hole was closed in all 24 monitored eyes. Median ETDRS letter gain was 9.5. VA remained the same in 2 eyes (8.3%), worsened in 2 cases (8.3%), and improved in all other cases (83.3%). In 12 eyes (50.0%), VA improved by 2 or more lines of ETDRS charts. There were no serious complications intraoperatively or postoperatively.

Conclusion: Our study demonstrated the safety and efficacy of both methods. Although the results were not statistically significant, the inverted flap technique recorded a greater ETDRS letter gain (9.5 vs. 7.0) and proportion of closed holes (100% vs. 95.3%) compared to the conventional ILM peeling technique in our set of eyes.
CONTRIBUTION OF RELIGION TO SOCIAL RECONCILIATION
Authors: I. G. N. Prabhashini
Published: January 2025

The foundation of a safe society is laid by the social activities of individuals full of human virtues. Human activities can unite a society or cause its breakdown. A harmonious society is built on mutual respect, coexistence, support, and minimal conflict. Religion strongly influences the maintenance of individual human virtues and plays a crucial role in the development and well-being of a country and society, leading to social reconciliation. Religious teachings and the guidance of religious leaders shape human activities. Social reconciliation is essential to bring together people isolated by conflicts and oppressive situations, restoring society to normalcy. Religion contributes significantly to social, cultural, political, legal, and psychological aspects of building social reconciliation.
ETHNICITY AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP: A COMPARATIVE STUDY FROM BALANGODA TOWN
Authors: M. M. S. A. Karunarathna
Published: January 2025

Political and economic progress as well as social reconciliation are essential for the development of a country. Through this research, the effect of ethnicity on business development was studied. Many economic development goals can be achieved through the development of enterprises in a country. But depending on ethnicity, entrepreneurs who face different problems can be seen. Accordingly, the primary objective of this study was to identify the effect of ethnicity on entrepreneur activities. There, the research was conducted using 250 entrepreneurs of Balangoda town consisting of different ethnicities. A simple random sampling method was used to select the sample. According to the results of the research, it was clear that ethnicity has a positive effect on entrepreneurial activities. Accordingly, the factor of ethnicity should be considered in order to create a more effective product by encouraging entrepreneurs. Also, it is important to consider all ethnic groups in formulating policies and laws related to business activities so that they all get benefits. It can achieve social reconciliation, and it will directly lead to economic development.
Modelling of Unauthorized Land Use Sprawl using High Resolution Data and GIS Based-Cellular Automata
Authors: Hj. Mohd. Noor Norzailawati
Published: January 2025

This study uses Cellular Automata (CA) model, Geography Information System (GIS) and remote sensing data to produce trend and sprawl pattern simulation of un-authorized land use in Kuantan, Pahang. The objective of this study is to forecast the trend and movement of un-authorized land uses for the year 2015. The author has identified three categories of land use that have the potential to sprawl as un-authorized land uses which consist of housing, commercial, and industry. Two land use maps were produced, the land use map for the year 2005 was produced using remote sensing image of IKONOS, meanwhile the land use map for the year 1990 was produced through digitizing process using GIS software. Based on the two maps, the un-authorized land use sprawl direction and pattern simulation for the year 2015 were produced. Sprawl analysis that uses spatial development features namely leap frogging, land use segregation and highway strips for the year 1990 and 2005 was also carried out to determine the trend of sprawl based on their development features. A calibration process was also carried out on the 1990-2005 land use map by using a combination of CA component and GIS in order to fix CA parameter on simulation for year 2015. The result shows land use mapping using remote sensing achieved an accuracy level of more than 85 percent (%). Using spatial development analysis, it was found that the three spatial development features studied showed that the study area experienced land use sprawl and that most land use development occurred along major roads within the study area. The result for sprawl calibration also showed correlation level of more than 90% was achieved for analysis done on land use simulation result for the year 2005 and the actual land use for the same year. The simulation also showed land use changes that are significant where percent of changes showed an increase of 20.6% change of non-built-up land use to built-up land use compared to year 1990. The trend and movement pattern also shows that land uses in the study area expanded following the development of major road infrastructure producing ribbon land use development pattern more than 50% were developed as housing area. This proved the tendency of land use classes to develop as un-authorized land use and used as input in producing a general guidelines for urban planning particularly for detecting un-authorized land use development. This also provide evidence that the combination of operational technologies in CA model is able to produce a model development that is sound both from the technical and practical aspects to be used in the field of urban planning.
Discurso político del exceso en tiempos de crisis: vocabulario populista de los candidatos presidenciales en Chile y Colombia (2021-2022)
Authors:   Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Santamaría-Velasco Freddy , Restrepo-Echavarría Néstor Julián ,   Universidad EAFIT, Ramírez-Vallejo Dora A. ,   Museo Casa de la Memoria,   Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana,   Universidad EAFIT
Published: January 2025

El 19 de diciembre de 2021 los chilenos eligieron como primer mandatario de su país a Gabriel Boric. Seis meses después, el 19 de junio de 2022 en las elecciones presidenciales de Colombia, el ganador fue Gustavo Petro. Aunque son diferentes países de Latinoamérica, ambos tenían contextos electorales parecidos provocados por la crisis socioeconómica dejada por la pandemia del Covid-19, las movilizaciones y protestas sociales de diferentes sectores de la sociedad, el rechazo a la política e instituciones tradicionales y una contienda electoral variopinta con diferentes personajes, algunos de los cuales prometían solucionar esta insatisfacción cada vez más creciente en los ciudadanos. Este artículo analiza el discurso electoral de Gabriel Boric y José Antonio Kast en Chile y de Gustavo Petro y Rodolfo Hernández en Colombia, con el fin de identificar los excesos discursivos que usaron estos dirigentes políticos para valerse del contexto de crisis y exaltar su figura política para obtener la victoria electoral. Se ha usado una metodología de análisis del discurso político con códigos y categorías que configuran un vocabulario populista, para después revisar la muestra a partir del procesamiento de lenguaje natural Python.
Agroturismo ecológico: um estudo sobre a Associação
Acolhida na Colônia, em Camboriú – SC
Authors: Schmitt Ana Laura Carneiro , De Almeida José Carlos Da Silva Logrado
Published: January 2025

Este estudo exploratório de natureza qualitativa teve como objetivo compreender o desenvolvimento da metodologia da Associação de Agricultores Acolhida na Colônia (AAAC), no município de Camboriú – SC, sob as perspectivas do setor público, da associação e das propriedades rurais envolvidas. O percurso metodológico proposto contou com o levantamento bibliográfico em artigos, livros e documentos, e a coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de questionários e entrevistas. Os dados foram analisados com base nos referenciais teóricos e na percepção dos pesquisadores. Os resultados mostram que, em Camboriú, apenas uma propriedade está em processo de associação à Acolhida na Colônia, enquanto outras estão se organizando e atuando através de uma associação própria, com vistas ao desenvolvimento do agroturismo na região.
Metodologias ativas de aprendizagem: aplicação da sala de aula invertida no ensino
da contabilidade em curso de graduação do Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência
e Tecnologia do Rio Grande do Sul – IFRS – Campus Porto Alegre
Authors: Cavalcante Carmem Haab Lutte , Toledo Luciane de Fátima Pizzio
Published: January 2025

As metodologias ativas consideram o estudante como o protagonista do processo de aprendizagem. Com isso, exigem comprometimento e autonomia do aluno no desenvolvimento de seus conhecimentos. Nesse contexto, esse estudo objetivou identificar a percepção de estudantes de curso de graduação quanto ao uso da metodologia ativa da sala de aula invertida. A pesquisa foi classificada como aplicada, descritiva e, quanto aos procedimentos, como levantamento. A coleta de dados ocorreu no segundo semestre de 2023, junto aos estudantes da disciplina de Contabilidade Introdutória do curso de Tecnologia em Processos Gerenciais do IFRS - Campus Porto Alegre. Os resultados indicam que os alunos realizaram as atividades propostas, demonstrando comprometimento com a aula invertida. Os pesquisados acreditam que a metodologia contribuiu de forma positiva no aprendizado. Além disso, consideram que as aulas são mais produtivas com o uso da sala de aula invertida.
Motivational calendar “Common Steps – Common Success” (format B5,Ukrainian-English), which is designed for 2025-2026
Authors:   Vinnytsia Mykhailo Kotsiubynskyi State Pedagogical University, Кронівець Т.
Published: January 2025

Ми представляємо результати роботи в рамках реалізації Модуля Жан Моне програми Ерасмус+ на базі Вінницького державного педагогічного університету імені Михайла Коцюбинського на тему «Соціальна інтеграція дітей з особливими потребами у середовищі різноманіття та інклюзії: європейські підходи» ERASMUS-JMO-2022-HEI-TCH-RSCH, SEEDUE4UA-101085267 за пунктом D1.2.
Restriction and Oppression of Women under the Feudal System in the Drama ‘The Jade Hairpin’
Authors: Liu Zexi
Published: January 2025

Examining the survival status of women under the feudal system is of great significance for the stable development of social structure. Drama therapy can establish the resonance of the audience with the fate of female characters in drama, promoting attention and resolution of social issues. As a classic ancient theatrical literary work, ‘The Jade Hairpin’ provides rich materials and perspectives for understanding the plight of women in feudal society. This study uses a combination of text analysis and historical research to critique the limitations and oppression faced by the female characters of the work. Reflecting on the fate of women and awakening subjectivity in dramatic literature provides a unique perspective for inspiring audiences to think about gender issues in society.
Analysis of the Global Literary Significance of Foreign Novel Translations in Late Qing China
Authors: Li Ning
Published: January 2025

This article explores Lin Shu's (1852–1924) translations of foreign novels, known as ‘novels translated by Lin Shu’ (1899–1919), highlighting their contribution to the world literature of Late Qing China. Lin's translations, classified into emotional romance, adventure and mystery, and critical realism, showcase a unique blend of poetic style, ethical reflection and political commentary. By examining the textual nuances of ‘novels translated by Lin Shu’, the study reveals Lin's significant role in intercultural communication and the global literary sphere. It argues that Lin's translations, embodying distinctive narrative techniques and perspectives on translation, underscore the interplay between culture, ethics and politics in Late Qing China's literary landscape.
An Analysis of Critical Discourse Construction in Xinjiang-Related Literary Works
Authors: Aini Aliya
Published: January 2025

Xinjiang, an enclave nestled in the northwest region of China, has emerged as a captivating subject of artistic contemplation, bestowing on us a myriad of perspectives enveloping this locality. The primary objective of this article is to undertake a comprehensive examination of the construction of critical discourse within Xinjiang literature. What sets this article apart from others is its pioneering endeavour to introduce the multifarious realm of Xinjiang in literature, encompassing ancient texts and resounding echoes of the Silk Road, as well as depictions found within Chinese literature. By drawing upon various approaches to the conceptualisation of critical discourse in Xinjiang literature, this study innovatively uncovers the overarching layers of critique within historical narratives of Xinjiang, thus allowing readers to develop a comprehensive understanding of critical discourse in Xinjiang-related literary works.
Evaluation of the Interplay between Literature and Art
Authors: Li Lei , Hu Di , Wang Zheng
Published: January 2025

The interaction between literature and art is essential to human cultural progress. Huizhou folk printmaking is essential as a traditional Chinese art form in this dynamic relationship. To comprehensively and objectively evaluate the relationship between literature and art and promote the cross-fusion and innovative evolution between literature and art, this article incorporates Huizhou folk prints into its analysis to examine and evaluate this complex connection. The relationship between literature and art is summarised by evaluating how literature is expressed in Huizhou folk prints and how these prints interpret literary works. In the field of literary and artistic creation, it is necessary to broaden our horizons and enrich the meaning and expression of creation to promote the diversified development of literature and art.
A New Interpretation of ‘无恶’ in the Book Analects · Li Ren
Authors: Du Xinyu
Published: January 2025

In comparing the passage ‘非之而不可亚(恶)者, 䈞(笃)于忎(仁)者也’ from the Guodian Chu Slips Xing Zi Ming Chu with the excerpt ‘苟志于仁矣, 无恶也’ from the Li Ren chapter in the Analects, a revealing juxtaposition emerges. When examining the phrase, the term ‘无’ should be construed as ‘unable to’, signifying a nuanced perspective. This statement conveys an attitude towards individuals earnestly dedicated to pursuing goodness. Delving into surrounding chapters of the Li Ren chapter sheds light on the understanding that the term ‘恶’ should be interpreted in the context of likes and dislikes. Hence, the claim ‘苟志于仁矣, 无恶也’ implies that if devoted to benevolence, one should not be despised.
The Narrative Mechanism of Mainstream Ideology
Authors: Liu Zijie
Published: January 2025

The surge in popularity of the Chinese TV series ‘Soldiers Sortie’ can be viewed as a process whereby a prevalent ideology garners widespread acceptance through narrative works. This article delves into how ideology, in this process, utilises traditional Chinese narrative methods to present itself and garner legitimacy through packaging, thus gaining acceptance among the masses. A detailed analysis of the plot of ‘Soldiers Sortie’ reveals that the intertwined narrative and the overarching family narrative model employed in this work align with the cultural psyche accumulated over thousands of years in China, leading to it being quickly embraced by Chinese viewers. This is the underlying reason for the widespread popularity of this work. Throughout history, famous literary and artistic works in China that have been widely embraced by the public have often employed this traditional Chinese narrative style. Therefore, mainstream ideologies seeking to promote and disseminate through literary works should pay heed to the use of Chinese narrative traditions.
A Critical Appreciation of Socratic Philosophical Thought in the Narrative of Euthyphro from the Perspective of Chinese Literature
Authors: Chen Kan , Du Xiyao
Published: January 2025

This article uses a comparative analysis approach to juxtapose Socratic dialogues in Euthyphro with the Confucian ethical principle of ‘mutual concealment of wrongdoing among family members’ from the Analects of Confucius · Zilu. The comparative analysis approach provides a fresh perspective to comprehend and interpret Socrates’ attitude towards Euthyphro's act of accusing his father in Euthyphro. The analysis reveals that Socrates’ stance is not simply for or against but instead situated within the intricate triangular relationship between Athenian customs, Euthyphro's wisdom and civic morality. From the critical perspective in Chinese literature, Confucius's principle of ‘mutual concealment of wrongdoing among family members’ and the importance of family relations is the oppression of individuals, and ‘accusing his father of a crime’ is the awakening of individuals. However, in Euthyphro, Socrates challenges traditional moral notions, revealing moral decision-making's philosophical depth and complexity.
An Initial lean waste assessment at a manufacturing plant: an attempt to prioritise waste elimination
Authors:   Department of Management of Technology, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Sandaruwan A.K.T. , Weerakkody W.C.D. , Pathiraje P.M.V.S. , Ishara G.K.M.T. , Illankoon P. , Dharmasena T. ,   Potter & Moore Innovations, United Kingdom
Published: January 2025

Lean is a management philosophy aimed at improving efficiency by eliminating all forms of Lean waste in the workplace. While lean practices are well-established in manufacturing, their application in sectors like printing remains significant. This study focuses on identifying and prioritizing critical Lean waste in a flexographic printing plant, a key area for operational improvement. Using a three-step approach, Waste Identification, Waste Assessment, and Root Cause Analysis, the study identifies defects and inventory as the most Critical lean waste types in the printing plant. Data was collected through Gemba walks, walkthrough surveys, interviews, and company records. The Waste Assessment Questionnaire (WAQ) and Waste Relationship Matrix (WRM) were used to prioritize lean wastes and analyze their interdependencies. Cause and Effect diagrams were used to uncover the root causes of defects, and a 5-Whys analysis was used to uncover the root causes of inventory. The findings provide actionable insights for reducing waste in the flexographic printing Plant, offering broader implications for cost reduction and efficiency in related sectors.
Organizational cultural dynamics for organizational enterprise resource planning implementation: a case study
Authors:   Faculty of Business, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology, Sri Lanka, Liyanage T. , Kalansuriya N. , Mathuran P. , De Silva H.V.A.N.U. , Nidharshika S. , Divyanjali J.S.
Published: January 2025

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) is a fully integrated system that links all divisions and aspects of a company on one platform. All departments within an organization can access a single, shared database of information that is powered by modern ERPs, giving businesses real-time decision-making access. The purpose of this paper is to examine the role of organizational cultural dynamics in improving organizational ERP implementation, which has not been explored in past literature. The research site of this study, called Turbo Cheetah to preserve its anonymity, is a leading automobile company in Sri Lanka. This study explores how organizational cultural dynamics influence the organizational ERP implementation in a leading automobile company in Sri Lanka and its journey of institutionalization. The findings provide insight into the internal cultural aspects involved in ERP implementation, specifically open communication, inter-departmental collaboration, and bureaucratic decision-making. The challenges encountered in the process of institutionalization and the journey towards business excellence across the group. This research provides valuable insights that are essential for policymakers, industry professionals, and technology developers in ERP institutionalization. Foregrounding discourse theory extends existing discourse theory-inspired management research. The paper also offers learning points to practitioners by illustrating the rise and fall of the ERP institutionalization story. It further shows how internal cultural dynamics drive ERP implementation, and how ERP has been practically interwoven in the study organization and its journey towards business excellence.
Impacts of urban impervious surface expansion on rice fields in north central province, Sri Lanka: a GIS-based temporal analysis
Authors:   Department of Decision Science, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Kandegedara N.C. , Dassanayake S.M. , Mahakalanda I.
Published: January 2025

Urbanization drives the increase of impervious surfaces, thereby significantly diminishing the rice field areas over time. This study examines the impact of urbanization on rice fields in Sri Lanka's North Central Province, particularly in the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa districts. Using quarterly Sentinel-2 satellite imagery and a pixel-based classification approach, the analysis incorporates remote sensing indices such as the Modified Normalized Difference Water Index (MNDWI), Enhanced Vegetation Index (EVI), and Normalized Difference Built-up Index (NDBI) to map and quantify the expansion of impervious surfaces. Conducted on the Google Earth Engine (GEE) platform, this research highlights a significant reduction in rice field areas between 2019 and the fourth quarter of 2023, directly correlated with the growth of impervious urban surfaces. The findings underscore the urgent need for effective land management strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of urbanization on agricultural land use. This study offers critical insights and recommendations for sustainable urban planning, with implications for food security, economic stability, and ecosystem health in the region.
ERP implementation – overcoming issues linked with the procurement process
Authors:   Department of Management of Technology, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Hettiarachchi M. , Wijekoon A. , Weerasooriya D. , Thennakoon I. , Sirirathna S. , Hiripitiya T.
Published: January 2025

This research aims to identify issues faced by an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) vendor in implementing an ERP system at a client company and to propose solutions. These issues have been a barrier to reengineering the procurement process and integrating it with the ERP system. The main issue encountered during the implementation was the absence of unique item identification for goods which impacted the entire procurement process. To address this critical issue, a comprehensive hierarchical item identification system was devised, introducing four levels for categorization and unique identification. Further, to streamline the procurement process, a user manual was developed. This user manual offers clear and concise guidance on utilizing various forms related to procurement, ensuring accurate and error-free data input and retrieval. This research emphasizes the critical role of a systematic item identification system and an integrated ERP system in enhancing procurement processes, promoting efficiency, and ensuring long-term operational sustainability for the client company.
Impact of safety measures on occupational accidents among cast iron foundry workers
Authors:   Department of Operations and Logistics, NSBM Green University, Sri Lanka, Nanayakkara K.K.H.
Published: January 2025

The cast iron foundry industry is highly vulnerable to occupational accidents due to various contributing factors. This study is an attempt to pinpoint the major risk factors for workplace accidents among foundry workers in the cast iron foundry industry, Kegalle district, Sri Lanka. The main objective of this study is to evaluate the relationship between selected three independent variables (use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safety training, and management commitment) and their impact on occupational accidents. Data was collected from 117 foundry workers using the convenience sampling method and analyzed through the SPSS software package. The findings reveal that the use of PPE and safety training have a weak negative correlation with occupational accidents indicating a modest protective effect. On the other hand, management commitment shows a strong negative relationship with occupational accidents, highlighting its crucial role in enhancing workplace safety. In conclusion, the study emphasizes the significance of management commitment in reducing occupational accidents and suggests that while PPE and safety training contribute to safety, their impact is comparatively smaller. These insights call for increased focus on managerial practices to foster a safer working environment in the cast iron foundry industry.
Impact of gamification on customer experience and perceived value in the Sri Lankan telecommunication market
Authors:   Department of Industrial Management, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Samarasinghe G.D. , Kuruppu G.N. , Sisara H.T. , De Silva S. ,   Department of Marketing, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom
Published: January 2025

The telecommunication services industry has grown rapidly in Sri Lanka over the past few decades. But, for a tiny island nation with a relatively low population figure, the number of active telecommunication service providers operating in the country is considerably high. In the current market situation, no service provider has a competitive edge over technology. Hence, companies take the customer experience very seriously as the perceived value towards the service provider is one of the main deciding factors for a customer when gamification. Thus, this study aims to identify the effect of gamification and customer experience on perceived value in the Sri Lankan Telecommunication market. A representative sample of 200 gamification users was selected and the feedback was collected using a structured questionnaire. Using SPSS 24 software, the characteristics of the sample were analyzed through descriptive statistics, and research objectives were achieved by testing hypotheses using correlation and regression analysis. The results evidenced that the relationships between gamification and perceived value, gamification and customer experience, and customer experience and perceived value have a significant, moderate & 0positive linear relationship. Further, it was found that customer experience provides a significant, partial, and positive impact on gamification and perceived value. The findings of the study help practitioners to uplift the use of gamification in their marketing strategy.
In Search of green-based sustainable competitiveness and green transformational leadership in small and medium-sized hotel firms: a case in south Asian context
Authors:   Department of Industrial Management, University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka, Samarasinghe G.D. , Kuruppu G.N. , Jayalath J.P.W.H. , Abeysekara N. ,   Department of Management Studies, Open University of Sri Lanka, Gallage S. ,   Department of Marketing, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom, Campos P.S. ,   Department of Marketing, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom
Published: January 2025

The global hotel industry, including Sri Lanka, has embraced green initiatives for more than two decades to sustain a competitive edge. However, environmental commitment varies by organizational capabilities, resources, and target markets, leading to differences in individual hotel competitiveness. In this context, it is significant to understand what is meant by green initiatives and their sustainable competitiveness from the Sri Lankan hoteliers’ perspectives as green can have multiple interpretations and perceptions from the specific organizational culture of a hotel. In this context, the concept of transformational leadership also cannot be ignored. Presently, there is a scarcity of empirical research that explores what is meant by going green from a transformational leadership perspective and what matters in achieving green-based competitiveness that offers both financial and non-financial performance advantages to hotel firms in the Sri Lankan context. In order to fill this void in empirical literature in the Sri Lankan context, the study explored various meanings attached to green-based sustainable competitiveness from a means-and-ends perspective as it relates to transformational leadership in the hotel industry by drawing a purposive sample and undertaking qualitative interviews with the hotel industry professionals. The qualitative data narratives were analyzed thematically, which resulted in a unique set of competitive themes in green initiatives, which highlighted lean culture, stakeholder relationships, and continuous innovations as an organizational orchestration dimension while guilt culture and religiosity as customer orchestrations dimension of competitive advantage in green strategy in the industry. More importantly, the effect of Green Transformational Leadership can be seen in the better, Green-based sustainable competitiveness in the SME sector. The study sheds interesting insights and implications for the hotel industry.
STUDENTS' MOTIVATION LEARNING ENGLISH FOREIGN LANGUAGE (EFL) AT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Authors: Hidayah Tiffany Nur , Pambayun Rizki Nurfida , Novitasari Devi
Published: January 2025

This study aims to explore the motivation of junior high school students in learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL). The participants in this research were 20 seventh-grade students from a junior high school in Banyuwangi. A descriptive qualitative approach was used for the study. Data were collected through questionnaires and interviews. The analysis of the data revealed that each student exhibited different levels of motivation towards learning EFL. The findings indicate that the students showed motivation in both their ability and attitude toward learning English, with overall positive motivation toward learning the language.
STUDENT PERCEPTION USING DUET CONTENT ON TIKTOK APPLICATION TO ENHANCE SPEAKING SKILLS IN INDONESIAN VOCATIONAL SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Ngelbanip Fydi Tapyor  , Saiful Anwar
Published: January 2025

TikTok stands out from other social media platforms due to its advanced algorithm, which analyzes user behaviors like search history, likes, and watch time to provide personalized video recommendations on its For You Page (FYP). Unlike other platforms, which require users to search for content using specific keywords, TikTok uses sophisticated artificial intelligence to tailor content, contributing to its popularity, especially among users aged 14 to 30, including students. The platform's short videos and hashtag-driven content, such as #duetme, have become popular, enabling collaborative English conversations. This study investigates the views of vocational high school students at SMK Sritanjung Banyuwangi on using TikTok's duet feature to improve their creative English-speaking skills. Using a qualitative research design, data were gathered through questionnaires and interviews. The results show that 11 out of 18 students reported a boost in their confidence when creating English conversation duets on TikTok, indicating the platform's potential as an effective tool for enhancing English communication.
РІВЕНЬ ФІЗИЧНОЇ ПІДГОТОВЛЕНОСТІ ДІТЕЙ 6-10 РОКІВ, ЯКІ ЗАЙМАЮТЬСЯ ПЛАВАННЯМ
Authors: СУЛИМА Алла , АСАУЛЮК Інна
Published: January 2025

Недостатня рухова активність учнів початкових класів є причиною зниження функціональних можливостей серцево-судинної та дихальної систем учнів, що, у свою чергу, проявляється неадекватною реакцією серця на різноманітні фізичні навантаження та зменшенням життєвої ємності легень. Тому головним завданням сучасного суспільства є пошук засобів підвищення рівня фізичної підготовленості школярів. Деякі автори пропонують з цією метою застосовувати плавання. Отже, мета нашого дослідження полягала у визначенні рівня фізичної підготовленості учнів початкових класів , які займаються плаванням. У дослідженні брали участь 45 учнів (6-10 років), які займаються плаванням. Нами проводилося тестування фізичної підготовленості учнів 1-4 класів за наступними тестами: біг 30м, човниковий біг 4×9 м, стрибок у довжину з місця, вис на перекладині на зігнути руках, піднімання тулуба в сід за 1 хвилину, нахил тулуба вперед, а також динамометрія. Результатами нашого дослідження встановлено, що середні значення показників статична сила, швидкість, вибухова сила є вищими у дівчаток і хлопчиків 2, 3, 4 класів, ніж середні значення вищезгаданих показників у першокласників. Крім того нами зареєстровано статеві відмінності у покращенні середньогрупових значень таких показників як гнучкість і спритність, які є вищими у дівчаток. Середні значення кистьової динамометрії свідчать про нерівномірний розвиток сили у молодших школярів. Так, нами встановлено спад даної фізичної якості у третьокласників.
Pelatihan Keterampilan Dan Etika Pelayanan Publik Bagi Anggota Polri
Authors: Syuhada Otong , Kusmayadi Dodi
Published: January 2025

Negara adalah sebuah perkumpulan  manusia (masyarakat)   yang berada di satu wilayah.  Untuk mengatur dan menjalankan  negara, maka dipelukan   pemerintahan yang memiliki  tugas mengelola sumber daya ekstraktif yang dimiliki. Luasnya  wilayah serta banyaknya jumlah penduduk menuntut pemerintah bekerja secara maksimal memberikan pelayanan kepada seluruh wargannya tanpa kecuali, sebagaimana amanat pembukaan UUD 1945,  yaitu negara berkewajiban untuk  melindungi segenap bangsa Indonesia dan seluruh tumpah darah Indonesia. Oleh sebab itu maka, diperlukan institusi yang secara khusus bekerja pada aspek perlindungan baik secara pisik maupun yang berhubungan dengan hak-hak  keperdataan setiap orang.  Salah satu alat kelengkapan negara yang bertugas dalam hal itu adalah  kepolisian atau sering disebut Polisi Republik Indonesia (POLRI). Polisi memiliki fungsi serta  tugas utamanya adalah, memelihara keamanan dan ketertiban masyarakat, menegakkan hukum, dan memberikan perlindungan, pengayoman, dan pelayanan kepada masyarakat (Pasal 13 UU No. 2 tahun 2002).  Berkitan dengan itu, maka bagi setiap  anggota polisi diwajibkan memiliki  keterampilan maupun etika agar dapat menjalankan tugasnya secara optimal sehingga  dapat   menghasilkan kepuasan bagi seluru masyarakat yang dilayaninya. Adapun tujuan dari pengabdian ini adalah melakukan pembekalan kepada jajaran anggota kepolisian Polres Majalengka terkait Keterampilan Dan Etika Pelayanan Publik.