bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
COVID 19 RT PCR POSITIVITY CORRELATION WITH ALLIED LAB TESTS ACROSS AGE GROUPS – A RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS FROM A TERTIARY REFERRAL LABORATORY.
Authors: Saxena Bhavya , Gohil Sanjay , Joshi Amruta , Jatale Raj , Chadha Kirti , Kamble Megha
Published: March 2022

Introduction: Covid 19 pandemic has affected the world deeply and continues to affect even after 2 years
of its outbreak. As the signs and symptoms of coronavirus disease 2019 overlap with those of other
respiratory pathogens it necessitated laboratory testing to specically identify individuals infected with Covid 19. The initial
testing began by using the standard RT-PCR method. In certain situations, individuals without obvious signs and symptoms of
SARS-COV 2 also require RT PCR testing. Once detected positive, these patients get triaged on the basis of their symptoms and
the abnormalities in their laboratory ndings as per their age and comorbidities.
The testing rate has been ramped up signicantly over the last two years and continues to rise till date. With the variety of
laboratory diagnostic tests available an informed prognosis can be made.
In this study we performed a retrospective analysis of laboratory investigations in COVID RTPCR positive patients in India
including all age groups and gender.
The Aim of this study was to correlate the ndings of covid monitoring tests such as IL-6, D-Dimer that were performed in Covid
RT PCR positive patients at our center and report the variations noted when analyzed with parameters i.e. Age and Gender.
Materials and Methodology: This retrospective study was performed at GRL Laboratory, Metropolis, Mumbai. Data of covid
st th RT PCR positive patients who underwent covid allied tests was retrieved for the period starting from 1 June 2020 till 30 June
2021. The laboratory values of covid monitoring proles which included tests-- CBC with Neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio, IL6,
cardiac troponin, D Dimer, ferritin, CRP, PT, LDH, Albumin, liver enzymes (SGPT), creatinine & ESR, were collected and were
correlated with Age and Gender of the COVID 19 positive patients.
Results: The study included 1141 conrmed Covid 19 patients in the cohort group of which 524(45.9%) were female and
617(54.08%) were male. 43.9% < 45 years of age and 56% > 45 years of age. C-reactive protein (CRP) was elevated in 41.4%, Ddimer in 20.2% with signicant variation noted in age and gender along with erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR). In majority
patients, increased neutrophils and decreased lymphocytes were observed. Patients above 45 years of age showed higher
neutrophil (p = 0.002) and lower absolute lymphocyte (p = 0.022) counts than adults below 45 years of age.
Conclusion: Following biomarkers were found to be mostly elevated in patient with COVID-19: High Sensitive Troponin, NLR,
Absolute Basophil Count, Ferritin, CRP, Hemoglobin and IL6. Biomarkers abnormality tends to vary with gender and age group.
The analysis illustrates the value of laboratory parameters can be rapid and cost-effective biomarkers for prognostication in
patients with COVID-19.
THYROID PROFILE AMONG PREGNANT WOMEN ATTENDING AT MATERNITY AND CHILDREN HOSPITAL, QASSIM.
Authors: Alharbi Mohammed Faleh , Shekhar K. , Alhudhayf Ali Mohammad
Published: March 2022

Introduction: Thyroid gland that regulate the body's metabolic rate controlling heart, muscle and
digestive function, brain development and bone maintenance. Thyroid problems are quite common in
pregnancy and can be affected both maternal and foetal, also can lead to various adverse outcomes. Methods: This was a
cross-sectional study conducted at Maternity and Children Hospital, Qassim, Saudi Arabia. Study participants data included
from July 2020 to March 2021 and included all the women attending the antenatal clinics subjected for thyroid function test. The
sample size of 195 and analyzed for thyroid hormone prole which included free T3, free T4, TSH and haemoglobin (HGB)
levels. The data were retrieved from the electronic les of pregnant women at Maternity and Children Hospital and appropriate
statistical tests were applied. Results: In the current study, mean age and standard deviation observed in the study population
was 34.87 ± 5.67 and 53.8% were in the age group of 31-40 years age group, sub clinical hypothyroidism was 9.2%. Among the
pregnant women, about 16.4% were Diabetes and 8.7% were having gestational Diabetes. Mean haemoglobin and standard
deviation was 11.24 ± 1.29. There was statistically signicant association was observed between personal history of thyroid
disease versus classication of thyroid disease in the study population. (87.4% and 15%, P<0.001). Conclusions: Based on the
study ndings, increase prevalence of Diabetes and Gestational Diabetes was more among the pregnant thyroid people.
Relatively Hypothyroid, hyperthyroid and sub clinical hypothyroidism was more in the present study. Nearly close to half (44%)
of pregnant women thyroid status was only controlled. Still, there is health education and counselling sessions periodically
required to the women visiting at MCH hospital with thyroid disorder.
COMPARATIVE STUDY OF RINGER’S LACTATE AND 6% HYDROXYETHYL STARCH AS PRELOADING FLUID FOR PREVENTION OF HYPOTENSION FOLLOWING SUBARACHNOID BLOCK
Authors: Kottayil Shebeer , Mary.A.J Sukanya Prince , Shenoy Mangesh
Published: March 2022

Background and Objective: To compare the efcacy of Ringer's lactate and 6% hydroxyethyl starch in
reducing the incidence and severity of hypotension after subarachnoid block. Design: Prospective and
randomized comparative study. Materials and methods: 100 patients in the age group of 20 to 60 years of ASA Grade I
scheduled for elective lower abdominal and lower limb surgeries were randomly allocated into two groups. CRL-Group:
received 20ml/kg of Ringer's lactate. COL-Group: received 10 ml/kg of HES 6%20 minutes prior to spinal anaesthesia. Pulse
rate, systolic, diastolic and mean arterial blood pressure was recorded at an interval of every minute up to 5 minutes, every 5
minutes up to 60 minutes duration. Results: The incidence of hypotension was 86% in CRL-Group, and 6% in COL-Group, which
was statistically signicant. The Mephentermine bolus requirements were less in COL-Group (3 of 50 patients) when compared
to CRL-Group (43 of 50 patients). None of them have allergic reactions in COL-Group. Interpretation and Conclusion: It was
observed from our study that 6% HES group reduces incidence of hypotension after subarachnoid block, thus requiring lesser
mean dose requirements of Mephentermine when compared to Ringer's lactate group. 6% HES is effective and safer when
compared with Ringer's lactate in preventing hypotension in patients undergoing surgeries under SAB. In conclusion we found
that colloids when compared with crystalloids reduce the incidence of spinal anaesthesia induced hypotension.
AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY OF THE USE OF REMDESIVIR IN MODERATE COVID-19 PNEUMONIA IN PATIENTS WITH END STAGE RENAL FAILURE AT A TERTIARY COVID CARE HOSPITAL
Authors: Sheth Geeta , Gala Ruju , Bhaisare Sunil , Dash Sudhiranjan , Bhurke Sandeep , Ansari Shahid , Nagar Vidya
Published: March 2022

Background: Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) on maintenance haemodialysis are more
prone to the development of severe coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. Use of remdesivir
was associated with survival benet in severe COVID-19 patients with ESRD.
Aim: The present study evaluated the clinical experience of compassionate outcome and safety prole of remdesivir in patients
with end-stage renal disease and moderate to severe COVID-19 infection.
Methods: An observational prospective study was conducted in dialysis-dependent patients with COVID-19 infection who
received remdesivir as a treatment regimen. Demographic data, state of illness, medical history, laboratory tests, therapeutic
intervention, total leucocyte, neutrophils, and lymphocytes, serum concentrations of erythrocyte sedimentation rate, C-reactive
protein, ferritin, interleukin-6 level, lactate dehydrogenase, aspartate and alanine transaminases, and D-dimer, and outcome
of patients were collected. As per the national guidelines for community-acquired pneumonia patients were classied into
mild, moderate, and severe cases. A dose of 100 mg of remdesivir was administered in each patient. Data were analyzed using
independent sample t-test, Mann-Whitney U test, chi-square, and Kaplan-Meier survival and mortality test.
Results: Out of 38 patients (mean age, 57.4 years), 3 (7.9%), 9 (23.7%), and 26 (68.4%) patients had mild, moderate, and severe
COVID-19 infection, respectively. Hypertension (100.0%), type-2 diabetes mellitus (65.8%), and hepatitis C virus (2.6%) were
common comorbid conditions. Lymphocyte count was signicantly lower in those patients with severe disease (7.8 vs. 12.5 x
109/L; P=0.036). Eleven patients with severe COVID-19 infection required mechanical ventilation support. Higher lactic
dehydrogenase levels were found in patients who died compared to in patients who discharged (850.0 vs. 593.0 U/L; P=0.017).
The post-treatment laboratory parameters were within acceptable limits. No patient reported any immediate adverse effects
after infusion of remdesivir.
Conclusion: Remdesivir was well tolerated and it may be considered as a therapeutic option in the treatment of ESRD patients
on maintenance haemodialysis with COVID-19 infection.
MULTIDISCIPLINARY AESTHETIC REHABILITATION IN A PATIENT WITH ENAMEL HYPOPLASIA POST FIXED ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT
Authors: Sharma Himanshi , Arun Apoorva , Khattri Shivi , Kumar Kusum Chandan , Kaushik Mayur
Published: March 2022

Interdisciplinary approach helps the specialists of contributing disciplines immensely in diagnosis,
treatment planning, execution of planned treatment and problem solving for any untoward complication.
Orthodontic treatment may be adjunctive to periodontal therapy or vice versa. Periodontal problems might lead to occlusal
abnormalities which may require orthodontic correction. Of equal importance is that treatment should not induce damage to the
periodontal structures. It is imperative that periodontal tissues are healthy before prosthodontic treatment commences, and
additional periodontal treatment is commonly indicated to facilitate improved prosthodontic treatment outcomes.
AN INCIDENTAL FINDING OF NUTCRACKER PHENOMENON ON HRCT THORAX SCAN IN A YOUNG MALE PATIENT-A CASE REPORT.
Authors: Sane Aditya , Shaikh Sarfaraz
Published: March 2022

Nutcracker syndrome is the clinical diagnosis, Whereas nutcracker phenomenon (NCP) refers only to morphologic
compression of the left renal vein between the SMA and the aorta, with impaired blood outflow often accompanied by
distention of the proximal portion of the vein. [2]
Although uncommon, it can clinically manifest with intermittent hematuria, dysuria, flank or abdominal pain. It may be
asymptomatic for long period and constitute casual findings. Ultrasound is the first-line imaging which require more
accurate study with contrast-enhanced computed tomography.[1,2]
Enhanced EHR Lifecycle Enhancing the EHR Lifecycle with Process Mining
Authors: Asare Esther , Wang Lili , Fang Xianwen
Published: March 2022

Data used for experimentation is from the open-source EHR, Open EMR.
Arithmetic of binary equivalents of decimal numbers
Authors: Spiridonov Iouri
Published: March 2022

Within the framework of the concept of decimal calculations proposed in the article using binary arithmetic, a theory of binary equivalents of decimal floating-point numbers has been developed. According to this theory, basic decimal arithmetic operations on finite decimal numbers are performed with decimal precision by a binary processor according to the rules of binary arithmetic on the binary equivalents of decimal numbers. These calculation results are entirely consistent with the classical decimal finite number arithmetic and do not require the use of test programs. The identity of calculation results in decimal and binary equivalent arithmetics guarantees the repeatability of results on any platform. The article shows that implementing binary equivalents arithmetic with an acceptable decimal calculation error requires significantly fewer bits of binary processor registers than in modern computers. Because of the uniqueness of binary decimal equivalents, the difference between equal, properly rounded binary decimal equivalents is strictly zero. The presence of an explicit zero in the arithmetic of binary equivalents of decimal numbers makes it possible to implement a bitwise comparison of such numbers and introduce the concept of an infinitesimal number when the significand of a floating-point number is equal to zero.
Clinical Profile and Outcome and Risk Factors of Cardiovascular Involvement in Hospitalized Children with Kawasaki Disease
Authors: A. K. Al-Miraj A. K. Al-Miraj , S. M. Rezwanuzzaman S. M. Rezwanuzzaman , Sakera Khatun Mony Sakera Khatun Mony , Muhammad Abduz Zaher Muhammad Abduz Zaher , Md. Rezaul Alam Md. Rezaul Alam , Mohammad Ata Ullah Mohammad Ata Ullah , Sharmin Akter Sharmin Akter , Mohammad Maruf Reza Mohammad Maruf Reza
Published: March 2022

Kawasaki disease (KD), also known as Kawasaki syndrome, is an acute febrile illness of unknown cause that primarily affects children younger than 5 years of age. The present study was conducted to study the clinical profile and outcome and risk factors of Kawasaki disease in children. This observational prospective study was conducted in cardiology ward with a diagnosis of Kawasaki disease from 1st June 2020 to 31 July 2021 in Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Hospital Dhaka, Bangladesh. Forty five (45) children aged between 3 months to 10 years were studied. Kawasaki disease is more prevalent among male child (73.33%). Most commonly encountered risk factor for cardiovascular involvement especially coronary dilatation or aneurysmal change is more observed in younger age of presentation. Fever, rash, conjunctivitis, erythema and edema of limbs, periungual skin desquamations are the presenting features. Cardiovascular involvement of left main coronary artery dilation is the most frequently observed aneurismal change observed among study population which was evident in 68% of the children having coronary involvement. All the study patient received high dose aspirin (100%) and 93% received IVIG of whom 6.66% had IVIG- resistant Kawasaki disease. Commonly occurring complication is uveitis (17.77%). Among the total 45 study population 1 patient expired (2.22%).Clinicians should have a high index of suspicion of Kawasaki disease in persistently febrile patients and once clinically diagnosed, echocardiography should be done and IVIG therapy along with aspirin should be started, specially in infants (<6 months) as they have the higher tendency to develop coronary aneurysm.
Clinical Efficacy of Imeglimin (Twymeeg) for Elderly Patient with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)
Authors: OKADA Masaki , BANDO Hiroshi , IWATSUKI Noboru , OGAWA Tomoya , SAKAMOTO Kazuki
Published: March 2022

Background: As an oral hypoglycaemic agent (OHA), imeglimin (Twymeeg) has been recently introduced to clinical practice for patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) as Twymeeg. It has beneficial pharmacological mechanisms, which are improving insulin secretion, increasing insulin sensitivity, and decreasing insulin resistance.
Case Presentation: The case is 84-year-old man with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) for 3 years. He visited late August, 2021 our clinic for general malaise and was pointed out to have post-prandial blood glucose 336 mg/dL and HbA1c 8.6%. He was diagnosed with T2DM.
Results: He was started to be given imeglimin 1000mg twice a day, and then HbA1c value was decreased to 7.3% in 4 weeks and 5.7% in 8 weeks. During 9-12 weeks, he felt loss of appetite and reduced food intake. Biochemical examination on 12 weeks showed decreased values of TP, Alb, HbA1c, glucose, free T3, and normal values of TSH, free T4. Doses of imeglimin were 500 mg twice a day for 9-12 weeks and discontinued after 12 weeks.
Discussion: Regarding appetite loss, possible causes may include MCI, previous history of gallbladder dyskinesia, adverse effect of imeglimin, and so on. Further development of research will be expected for imeglimin in the future.
A STUDY ON THE RESTRICTING MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES ON PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE: EVIDENCE FROM GHAHA
Authors: Agyemang Fredua Sylvester Prempeh  , Emmanuel Bosompem Boadi  , Andrews Minkah
Published: March 2022

The research aim is to assess the restricting maintenance management practice in Ghana mainly focusing on Kumasi Sports stadium. Specifically, how restricting maintenance practices such as, absence of maintenance policy (AMP); ignoring maintenance responsibility (IMR) and Poor Infrastructure design (PID) affect public facilities in Ghana. A Self-administered questionnaire was used to collect primary data after a pilot test. The data were described using frequency distribution and percentages. The results from multiple regression analysis indicated that there is a positive significant linear relationship between Restricting Maintenance Management Practices and Public Infrastructure in Ghana due to the fact that Restricting Maintenance Practices affects the betterment of the stadia leading it to deteriorate. The study recommends there should be a maintenance policy that compels stakeholders to be accountable for ignoring maintenance responsibility
Pelatihan Penulisan Karya Ilmiah menggunakan Microsoft Word dan Manajer Referensi Mendeley Menggunakan Media Pembelajaran Online (Zoom dan Live Streaming Youtube)
Authors: RA Dinasty Purnomoasri  , Kurniawan DS Kukuh , Latiif Amhudo Rasyiid , Arbianto Reki , Handoyo Suryo , Mulyandari Erni , Susila Herman
Published: March 2022

Penulisan karya tulis ilmiah adalah keterampilan yang sangat penting untuk dimiliki sivitas akademika dalam menyampaikan gagasan secara ilmiah dan bertanggung jawab. Microsoft Word memilik banyak fitur-fitur yang dapat dimanfaatkan dalam penulisan karya ilmiah penelitian akan tetapi tidak semua sivitas akademika di UTP Surakarta dapat menggunakan fitur-fitur yng tersedia yang dikarenakan ketidaktahuan akan informasi penggunaan fitur pada Microsoft Word. Kehadiran Mendeley sebagai open source of reference and citation manager yang dapat menonjolkan kutipan kalimat atau paragraf dan mencantumkan referensi otomatis di halaman akhir tulisan mahasiswa diharapkan dapat mengarahkan mahasiswa untuk meningkatkan tulisan akademiknya. Metode pelaksanaan dilakukan dengan cara daring/ Online menggunakan media Zoom dan Youtube. Pelaksanaan pelatihan penulisan karya ilmiah ini diikuti oleh mahasiswa dan dosen UTP Surakarta, melalui daring pada Zoom dan Youtube. Kegiatan ini cukup membantu dan keberadaan e-book panduan yang sudah dibuat oleh tim diminati sehingga kedepannya diharapkan dapat dimanfaatkan dan meningkatkan mutu penulisan sivitas akademika UTP.
Algorithm for Creating a Multidisciplinary Team in the Palliative Care System
Authors: Kostenko Andriana M. , Kupenko Olenа V. , Teslyk Nataliia M. , Smiianova Yuliia O. , Sahno Kristina S.
Published: March 2022

Aim: The study aimed to develop an algorithm for organizing the work of a multidisciplinary palliative care team in a territorial community.
Materials and Methods: The following methods were employed: analysis of the regulatory framework, statistical data, international and domestic experience, scientific literature, opinion survey, strategic sessions, participant observation. The field research was conducted by the Center for Social Research of Sumy State University together with the NGO “Family Circle of Trostianechchyna (Trostianets district)” in the Trostianets territorial community of Sumy region (Ukraine) during September-October 2021. Eighty respondents took part in the survey. Up to 30 people joined the strategic sessions at different stages.
Results: The survey discovered that at the research time in the pilot territorial community, the needs of palliative patients were more restrained than those who rendered assistance. However, in both cases, there is a high demand for social services against the background of medical services. Proceeding from the identified needs and by the results of strategic sessions, we proposed an algorithm for organizing the work of a multidisciplinary palliative care team at the territorial community level. The algorithm distinguishes between the program and operational levels. We put forward the structure of the interdisciplinary palliative care team.
Conclusions: As a conclusion, we can specify the following points. The study confirmed the hypotheses that the basics of the identified needs and the use of strategic sessions with multidisciplinary participation of community members facilitate the development of an efficient algorithm. The designed operational level of the interdisciplinary team recorded the practices available in the pilot community. Simultaneously, the collaborative design determined the development of the multidisciplinary team itself. The involvement of management representatives, junior medical staff, and social workers became an essential factor in their inspiration, contributing to the development of human resources for a new level of quality in palliative care.
Particularities of Using the Point Massage in the Aspect of Kinesiological Competence of Physical Therapist
Authors: Cherniakov Volodymyr V. , Zaіtsev Volodymyr O. , Maidikov Yurii L. , Tytarenko Viacheslav І.
Published: March 2022

Aim: The study was aimed at revealing the essence of the mechanism of finger acupressure, techniques of finger point massage and particularities of their implementation in physical therapy.
Materials and Methods: Implementation of the aims was achieved with following methods: analysis of special psychological and pedagogical literature; generalization of experience in professional training of future specialists in the field of physical therapy; synthesis, generalization, systematization and modeling were used to improve the technique of point massage in the process of physical therapy.
Conclusions: Using of finger point massage techniques in the process of physical therapy is a powerful tool to be implemented into patient’s rehabilitation program, aimed at functional recovery. Identified relevance and effectiveness of its using to stimulate restorative processes in the patient’s body, allows to accelerate recovery and restoration of functional abilities. The combination of finger point massage and physical therapy can be used as an independent complex therapeutic method in physical rehabilitation in patients with various diseases` nosologies. It was determined that effectiveness of functional recovery in patient is increased with the simultaneous implementation of finger point massage and physical therapy.
A Trigonometric Approach to Time Fractional FitzHugh-Nagumo Model on Nerve Pulse Propagation
Authors: KARAAGAC Berat
Published: March 2022

The aim of this paper is to put on display the numerical solutions and dynamics
of time fractional Fitzhugh-Nagumo model, which is an important nonlinear
reaction-diffusion equation. For this purpose, finite element method based
on trigonometric cubic B-splines are used to obtain numerical solutions of the model.
In this model, the derivative which is fractional order is taken in terms of Caputo.
Thus, time dicretization is made using L1L1 algorithm for Caputo
derivative and space discretization is made using trigonometric cubic B-
spline basis. Also, the non-linear term in the model is linearized by the
Rubin Graves type linearization. The error norms are calculated for measuring the
accuracy of the finite element method. The comparison of numerical and
exact solutions are exhibited via tables and graphics.
Differences Between Managing Face-To-Display Workers and In-House Workers (Hybrid Work Model): A Qualitative Study from Austria
Authors: Beno Michal
Published: March 2022

With the outbreak of Covid-19, teams and managers had to accept the necessity of working remotely and were forced to remodel the working environment. Modern technology enables the workforce to work from home as effectively as in cubicles. This study analyses hybrid work models, in particular how the management of face-to-display workers differs from that of in-house workers. This study asked 10 Austrian participants about their perceptions of managing face-to-display workers. A qualitative investigation was carried out through semi-structured Skype interviews. Blending in-house and face-to-display workers presents some challenges. Based on data, a hybrid model seems to be the strongest working model, especially these models: face-to-display first and cubicle-first, face-to-display allowed. Conclusions were drawn which outlined that time, culture, trust, feedback and social connectedness are important differences in managing both types of employees. However, it is equally evident from the data that managing hybrid workers can be challenging, and managers face some obstacles.

 

Received: 24 November 2021 / Accepted: 11 February 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
Eco-Efficiency Products: A Guideline for Teak Utilization Over 13-15 Years
Authors: Lertchamchongkul Theerathat , Egwutvongsa Songwut
Published: March 2022

The objective of this research was to develop a guideline for teak utilization over 13-15 years. In this case, the population comprised one thousand, one hundred, and twenty-nine participants at the academic conference and Thai natural resource exhibition, while the group sampling included a visitor group comprising ninety-four people at the exhibition and young teak product sales at the level of deviation of 10 percent. In this case, a 5-point rating scale was used as a research tool employing structured questionnaires, with a reliability value at the level of 0.7842. The results found that the participants had satisfaction in the produced model from young teak at the excellent level, (Mean=4.202; S.D.=0.649) according to the eight fields of satisfaction assessment consisting of 1) Function, 2) Durability, 3) Economics, 4)Material, 5)Ease of Use, 6)Construction, 7)Aesthetics, and 8)Production. Therefore, there were the means of each satisfaction field at the same level with a significance of .05, and the research results in the community group could be applied to use with the utilization pattern of young teak for 13-15 years by increasing economic value for teak garden cultivation in various communities.

 

Received: 30 November 2021 / Accepted: 11 February 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
Rajabhat University Development Model for Becoming an Entrepreneurial University
Authors: Phatanasakoo Ajchareeya , Sutthisai Watcharin , Soonthorn Sitthiporn
Published: March 2022

This research aimed (1) to study the level of development factors of Rajabhat Universities in the northeastern region affecting an entrepreneurial university; (2) to study the level of characteristics of entrepreneurial universities in the Northeastern region; (3) to study the factors of development of Rajabhat University in the Northeastern region that affect to being an entrepreneurial university; and (4) to propose a model for the development of Rajabhat University in the northeastern region into an entrepreneurial university. The population of the study was the administrators and personnel of the Rajabhat University of Thailand. The sample size of the study was three hundred and sixty respondents. The statistical analysis of the research was done using descriptive analysis and multiple regression analyses. The results showed that (1) the mean values of development factors variable and characteristics of an entrepreneurial university were high; (2) development factors that influenced the characteristics of an entrepreneurial university were organizational strategy and structure, system, shared value, politics and policies, economics, and environment; and (3) when arranging the importance of development factors that clearly affected the university, it was found that organizational strategy was the most important, followed by shared values, systems, and organizational politics and policies. This study suggests that the administrators of Rajabhat Universities of Thailand should focus on the development factors that are of high importance such as corporate strategy, shared values, politics, and organizational policies. This will eventually lead to a successful development towards an entrepreneurial university in the future. 

 

Received: 7 November 2021 / Accepted: 7 January 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
Industry Market Structure and Banking Performance in Indonesia
Authors: Setyawan Ignatius Roni , Ekadjaja Margarita , Ekadjaja Agustin
Published: March 2022

After the economic crisis, Indonesian banks began to compile the Indonesian Banking Architecture to design the Indonesian banking system. Banks mostly have a motive to increase their market share by increasing the amount of third-party funds and the amount of credit extended, thus changing the character of the banking market structure in Indonesia. This research measures the effect of performance as reflected in the level of bank profitability in relation to the market structure by assuming that these conditions are influenced by internal (Asset Liability Management) and market factors. Bank market concentration is measured by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index. This research concludes that the Indonesian banking industry has a monopolistic market structure. The effect of bank market concentration, capital ratio, and liquidity ratio are positive and significant on bank performance. Conversely, the credit risk ratio has a negative effect on banking performance.
 
Received: 31 August 2021 / Accepted: 11 February 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
A Semiotic Study of “Contemplation of Estrangement Features”: “Leave Me Alone” as a Model
Authors: Alameri Omar Hasan , Alhourani Mohammad Issa , Al-Hady Eman Mohammad Husni Abd
Published: March 2022

Contemplation of Estrangement Features is the title of one of the story series by the Jordanian story writer, Teriz Haddad.[1] This study aims to critically and analytically survey this series according to the semiotic principles, in an attempt to uncover the main narrative elements, aesthetic features, and the ideological, social, artistic and aesthetic contents of the series. This story series is important because it is one of the relatively early models of feminist literature in general and of short stories in Jordan in particular. In addition, this series is written by a Jordanian story writer whose works have not been criticized and studied sufficiently. This is probably because I made an attempt to search for a critical report or study of this story series, but I found nothing. The study consists of an introduction and three parts. The first part deals with the series’ title as a “paratext” helping to convey the meaning of the series and sketch it out. The second part, however, gives a general look at the series’ stories, where their summaries and paramount occurrences and ideas as well as their paramount techniques are presented. Finally, the last part came to deal, in some detail, with the story Leave Me Alone. This story has been analyzed and its most important artistic elements have been studied. Such elements include: The narrator, language, place, time and impression integrity. In the conclusion of the study, the most important results of the research have been incorporated.

 

Received: 30 November 2021 / Accepted: 3 February 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
Evaluation of Clinical Teaching by Nursing Students at the Higher Institute of Nursing and Health Techniques in Casablanca, Morocco
Authors: ElIdrissi Wissam ElMachtani , Lajane Halima , Chemsi Ghizlane , Radid Mohamed
Published: March 2022

Clinical teaching is an integral component of nursing education. As such, nursing students' evaluations provide insight into their perceptions of this style of teaching. It's a type of evaluation that was devised to improve education through formative assessment. The students' point of view on the instruction they receive is a fundamental element since they are the main recipients, and they appear more and more as partners in the educational process. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to explore and describe students' perceptions of clinical instruction at the Higher Institute of Nursing and Health Technology in Casablanca. To address this, we have drawn from Knox and Mogan's (1985) model of effective clinical nursing teaching. The results obtained showed that the teaching ability dimension received the highest score (4.61±1.62), followed by nursing competence, personality, and interpersonal interaction.  Nevertheless, students gave the component of evaluation the lowest score (4.20±1.76). With p > 0.05 for all dimensions, the Mann-Whitney test reveals that the differences between the two groups of students are not statistically significant. For more accurate findings, however, further research is needed, and teachers and tutors should highlight the differences between the three groups.

 

Received: 24 December 2021 / Accepted: 23 January 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
The Predictive Ability of Superstitious Thinking in Motivation for Achievement among MA Students at Al-Balqa Applied University
Authors: Al Masri Amaal , Al-Dlalah Moham’d M. , Khateeb Linda Ahmad , Alkhawaldeh Asma Naser
Published: March 2022

This study aimed to identify the predictive ability of superstitious thinking in the achievement motivation among master's students in Al Balqa Applied University. To achieve the objectives of the study, two scales were developed: A questionnaire to measure superstitious thinking and a questionnaire to measure achievement motivation after ensuring their validity and reliability. The study sample consisted of (212) males and females. After using arithmetic means, standard deviations, t-test, Pearson correlation coefficient, and simple regression analysis, the results of the study found the following: The level of superstitious thinking among master's students in Al Balqa Applied University was low. There are no statistically significant differences in the level of superstitious thinking due to the gender variable. There are no statistically significant differences in the level of superstitious thinking due to the college variable. The level of achievement motivation was high. There are statistically significant differences in the levels of achievement motivation due to the gender variable in favor of females. There are statistically significant differences in achievement motivation among master's students due to the type of college variable in favor of scientific colleges. There is a negative correlation with statistical significance between superstitious thinking and achievement motivation. Superstitious thinking as a whole has a contribution to predicting achievement motivation.

 

Received: 22 November 2021 / Accepted: 14 December 2021 / Published: 5 March 2022
Parents’ Perspectives of Distance Education during Crises: The Benefits and Disadvantages
Authors: Alalwani Salem
Published: March 2022

This study explored parents’ views on the benefits and disadvantages of distance learning during crises. They have been informed about a school platform called Madrasti which has an electronic educational system. The study used the descriptive research method and open interviews on a sample of 28 parents (pairs of fathers and mothers) of 14 Saudi families with children at the primary education in different cities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the second term of 2020–2021. Study results indicated economic, social, and educational benefits, such as saving school fees, family spending with children, and students acquiring e-learning skills. However, disadvantages were also noted, such as long hours spent on the platform, slow and intermittent Internet connection, poor computer skills among students, and teachers’ poor class management. Results of the study indicated some positives, economic, social, and educational, such as saving school fees, Family becomes spending more time with children, students learning skills in e-learning. In contrast, there are some negatives such as the platform's time being too long, weakness, and constant interruption of the Internet. Weakness of using computer skills for some students, and some teachers have weakness in class management. Thus, the study suggests educational, economic, social, and technical requirements to improve the effectiveness of the Madrasti platform. Additionally, future research must explore social problems faced by Saudi families during distance learning and the extent of students’ satisfaction with education through the Madrasati educational platform.

 

Received: 17 November 2021 / Accepted: 4 January 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
Prospective English Teachers’ Knowledge on Mind Mapping
Authors: Christiani Natalia , Tungka Novalita Fransisca , Nainggolan Romauli
Published: March 2022

The purpose of this research was investigating prospective English teachers’ knowledge on mind mapping by using a questionnaire. There were 142 respondents from various semesters of their study in English Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, in three cities in Indonesia, i.e., Medan, Sidoarjo, and Poso. The questionnaire consisted of 7 items of close and open-ended questions that asked about the prospective English teachers’ knowledge on mind mapping and its usage. Questionnaire was analyzed using descriptive quantitative research method. Result showed that almost 50% of the prospective English teachers have known about mind mapping. This bases result can be suggested to extend by analyzing its usage in another skills of English learned by these prospective teachers.

 

Received: 31 October 2021 / Accepted: 24 December 2021 / Published: 5 March 2022
Influences of Ernest Hemingway's Novel "For Whom the Bell Tolls" on Petro Marko's Novel "Hasta la Vista"
Authors: Karjagdiu Lirak , Mrasori Naser
Published: March 2022

The reception of Hemingway's translated works in Albanian literature and culture had begun since the late 1950s, more precisely in 1957, and it had continued to grow in sixties, to reach a culminating and most successful reception in the last decade of the last century. In all likelihood Hemingway's works in Albanian literature and culture were received with warmth, curiosity, respect, admiration and enthusiasm both by readers and by literary critics, researchers, scholars, etc.In addition to the reception there are traces and evidences that Ernest Hemingway with his novel “For Whom the Bell Tolls” had influenced and incited Albanian writer Petro Marko to write one of his best novels “Hasta la Vista”. This is due to the fact that both writers had gone to volunteer to fight in Spain, like many from all over the world. However, they lined up in different brigades, Petro Marko in the XII Brigade and Ernest Hemingway in the XV Brigade. They both wrote similar novels about this great historical event. Both these novels have in common some of the main themes, motifs, symbols, conflicts, events, style, etc. Therefore, using qualitative and comparative literature methods this article will attempt to shed light on the impact of Ernest Hemingway novel “For Whom the Bell Tolls” on Petro Marko’s novel “Hasta la Vista” by focusing on the main similarities and differences of these two novels written by two authors who belong to different literatures and cultures on the same subject and theme, motivated by the same historical event, Spanish Civil War.The paper concludes that Hemingway’s novel “For Whom the Bell Tolls” directly influenced the Albanian writer Petro Marko to write his novel “Hasta la Vista”. This is because,  when Hemingway recounted his experience in the Spanish Civil War in his novel “For Whom the Bell Tolls” and after the Albanian writer, Petro Marko read his novel and had direct contacts with Ernest Hemingway, he wrote his own novel “Hasta la Vista” under Hemingway’s influence. As a result, Petro Marko’s novel is quite similar to Hemingway’s novel in terms of themes, motifs, symbols, characters, conflicts, style, etc., though there are differences between these two novels, as well.    

 

Received: 15 November 2021 / Accepted: 16 January 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
The Imperative of Education Law in Secondary School Administrative Practices in Nigeria
Authors: Ogharen Biokoro Beauty
Published: March 2022

This study examined the imperative of education law in secondary school administrative practices in Nigeria. The study was guided by two research questions and two null hypotheses. The study employed an ex-post facto research design of descriptive survey method to generate data on education law and administrative practices from principals of selected public secondary schools in Nigeria. The random sampling technique was utilized to sample 124 principals. The instrument for data collection was the questionnaire. Findings revealed that knowledge of education law enhances administrative practices in all aspects of the school system. The paper concluded that education law enhances the school principals’ administrative practices in all aspects of the school system. The paper recommended that school administrators should provide enabling environment for a harmonious working relationship with their staff and students by involving them in decision-making process.

 

Received: 31 October 2021 / Accepted: 31 January 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
Management Knowhow Spillover from Foreign Direct Investment and Local Firm’s Performance
Authors: Wanjere M.D , Kinoti M. , Iraki X.N , Ogutu M.
Published: March 2022

The paper investigates management knowhow spillover from foreign direct investment effect on local firms performance. Scholars seem to agree on the importance of foreign direct investment spillover for country’s growth but opinions vary regarding its impact. The study sort to establish the effect of management know spillover from FDI on performance of manufacturing firms. Empirical and theoretical literature has been reviewed on the key constructs of the study and hypothesis formulated. The reviewed literature has led to formulation of a conceptual framework showing the link among key variable of study. The study population consisted of 100 companies with at least 10 percent or more foreign ownership and registered with Kenya Association Manufacturers. The study respondents consisted of the Chief Executive Officers or representative of the participating organizations. The data was collected on management knowhow spillover from FDI and its effect on local firm performance using a questionnaire. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics, correlation and simple regression analysis. The study established that management knowhow was significantly correlated with manufacturing firm performance and the correlation coefficient shows the relationship was weak and positive. The management knowhow accounted for 6.6% of variation in performance (R2=0.066). The corresponding model was also found to be significant (F=5.144, P<0.05) as well the coefficient for management knowhow (β=0.252, t=2.268, P<0.05). The implication of these findings is that the country policy makers should not only concern themselves with attracting FDIs, but also in ensuring that they secure the spillover to local firms. Organisation and government need to put in place policies that encourage spillovers from MNEs.

 

Received: 6 January 2022 / Accepted: 23 February 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
The Role of Accounting in the Most Adverse Conditions of Life: The Diary of a P.O.W.
Authors: Diakomihalis Mihail
Published: March 2022

The purpose of the paper is to reveal and demonstrate the importance of accounting in everyday life and particularly in the most adverse conditions of life, through the investigation of the diary of a Prisoner of War (P.O.W.). The author of the diary is a young individual who was an ex- WWII captive and consequently refugee in a concentration camp in Italy, in 1945, with elementary education but absolutely “illiterate” in accounting and economics issues. The handwritten diary of the P.O.W. is the core research evidence used, along with the existing literature regarding accounting in everyday life, including accounting histories of war. Additionally, the study draws on new research firmly embedded in everyday transactions. The detailed analysis of the diary reveals the contribution of improvised and self-taught bookkeeping, to the strengthening of the feeling of survival, the acquisition of the necessary and most asset, the achievement of the insatiable desire of repatriation and finally the acceptance of the patent defect caused from an impairment, through foresight to deal with it. The fulfillment of all the mentioned above aspiration supports that basic accounting knowledge, deriving from the needs of the individual according to specific circumstances of time and place, may be more than satisfied to record simple daily transactions, even by illiterate people.

 

Received: 24 January 2022 / Accepted: 28 February 2022 / Published: 5 March 2022
Pengembangan Perangkat Pembelajaran Fisika Strategi Konflik Kognitif berbasis Eksperimen untuk Mereduksi Miskonsepsi Peserta Didik SMA Konsep Fluida Statis
Authors: Sri Rahmadani Pulu  , Widia Widia
Published: March 2022

Penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengembangkan perangkat pembelajaran fisika strategi konflik kognitif berbasis eksperimen yang memenuhi kriteria: valid, praktis, dan efektif agar layak digunakan untuk mereduksi miskonsepsi peserta didik SMA pada materi fluida statis. Desain penelitian menggunakan four-D model yang cobakan pada tiga kelas X MIA dengan peserta didik sebanyak 90 orang di SMA Negeri 08 Maluku Tengah Tahun Ajaran 2020/2021. Penelitian menggunakan one group pretest–posttest design. Data yang dikumpulkan berupa data validasi perangkat pembelajaran, data kepraktisan perangkat pembelajaran, dan data keefektifan perangkat pembelajaran. Analisis data yang digunakan: 1) Analisis deskriptif kualitatif meliputi: Ketuntasan indikator, hasil belajar, penurunan miskonsepsi. 2) Analisis CRI meliputi: Intensitas miskonsepsi dan penurunan potensi miskonsepsi. Maka didapatkan data hasil penelitian sebagai berikut: 1) Validitas perangkat pembelajaran yang dikembangkan dengan kategori valid; 2) Kepraktisan perangkat pembelajaran ditinjau dari keterlaksanaan pembelajaran dengan kategori baik; 3) Keefektifan perangkat pembelajaran: (a) Ketuntasan klasikal mencapai 100%; (b) Hasil penurunan miskonsepsi yang dialami oleh peserta didik kelas XMIA-1 64,33%, kelas XMIA-2 42,33%, kelas XMIA-3 32,50%; Penurunan miskonsepsi oleh rata-rata mencapai 63,53%; Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, dapat disimpulkan bahwa perangkat pembelajaran fisika strategi konflik kognitif berbasis eksperimen yang dikembangkan memenuhi kriteria validitas, kepraktisan, dan keefektifan sehingga layak digunakan untuk mereduksi miskonsepsi peserta didik SMA pada materi fluida statis.
Modally conditioned mood-switch: The Case of ADVISE-Predicates in Greek
Authors: Oikonomou Despina
Published: March 2022

This paper discusses a case of mood-switch with predicates expressing advice, exhortation, request (hence, ADVISE-Ps). While all studies categorize these predicates as combining with subjunctive, I show that they can combine with indicative if they embed a prioritizing modal operator. This type of switch provides further evidence for the mood-as-modal approach, under which indicative expresses simple necessity whereas subjunctive encodes human necessity as recently argued by Portner & Rubinstein (2020). Building on a meaningful approach to mood, I argue that this special type of modally conditioned mood-switch is associated with the bieventive character of ADVISE-Ps, which can be decomposed into a cause speech event and a prioritizing (PRT-)state (Martin & Schäfer 2013; Grano 2018). In this way, they can combine either with subjunctive licensed by the embedding PRT-state or with indicative and a prioritizing modal operator licensed by the communication cause event and the PRT-state accordingly.