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Students' Visual-Spatial Thinking Ability in Solving Geometry Transformation Problems Based on Jombangan Ethnomathematics in Junior High Schools
Authors: Masamah Ulfa , Farabi Muhammad Al
Published: December 2024

Students must have visual-spatial thinking ability in order to understand geometric transformation material which is abstract in nature and requires imagination. This research aims to analyze students' visual-spatial thinking abilities in solving geometric transformation problems based on Jombangan ethnomathematics in junior high schools. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive type. The subjects of this research were class VIII students at MTs Negeri 3 Jombang who were determined using purposive sampling. Data collection techniques were carried out using tests in the context of Jombangan ethnomathematics, semi-structured interviews, observation, and documentation. The data analysis technique uses three steps, namely data reduction, data display, and conclusion/verification. The credibility test is carried out by triangulating methods and increasing persistence. The results of this research show that students at MTs Negeri 3 Jombang achieve the indicators of pattern searching and imagining more dominantly, while the indicators of problem solving and conceptualization are still lacking.
Implementation of Flipped Classroom Learning Model Based Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to Improve Learning Outcomes
Authors: Huda Nuril , Fitriani Hanifah
Published: December 2024

This study departed from the low student learning outcomes in the topic of mathematics subject comparison VII grade at MTs Almaarif 02 Singosari. From the initial analysis, only 62.5% of students could achieve the Criteria for Achievement of Learning Objectives (KKTP), while 37.5% of other students were not complete. This study aims to describe the implementation of a flipped classroom learning model based on ICT in improving student learning achievement. The research method applied is classroom action research (PTK: Penelitian Tindakan Kelas) following the Kemmis and McTaggart model. The data collection tools used include learning outcome tests and student learning activity observation sheets. Data analysis techniques were carried out quantitatively with descriptive statistics to measure learning completeness and qualitative analysis through student activity observations. The results showed an increase in the percentage of students who achieved KKTP from 62.5% to 83.3%. Student learning activities also increased from 70.8% to 87.5%. Thus, the flipped classroom learning model based on ICT (Information and Communication Technology) is said to be effective in improving the learning outcomes of seventh-grade students at MTs Almaarif 02 Singosari on comparison material and becomes an alternative solution in improving the quality of learning in the classroom.
A study case in southern Chile: perceptions of EFL teachers towards textbooks to develop macro-skills
Authors: Ramirez Draughn Roger Martin , Saldivia Cárcamo Tamara Anastasia , Cárdenas Tamburini Nicolas Ignacio
Published: December 2024

This research project aims to gain a better understanding of the perceptions of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers regarding the efficacy of textbooks provided by the Ministry of Education to support the development of macro skills among students from public high schools in the Los Lagos region of Chile. This study was carried out by implementing a mixed qualitative and quantitative survey-based approach, including both close-ended and open-ended questions. The survey encouraged participants to focus on effective English language pedagogical practices they believed to be either integrated or missing in the textbooks. Findings from this research indicate that participants perceive the textbooks as effective overall for teaching receptive skills (reading and listening) and highly ineffective for supporting students in developing speaking skills. More specifically, the perceived weakness of the materials is the lack of meaningful speaking activities contextualized to the reality of the target student population. Another result reveals that respondents find the textbooks to include level-appropriate activities and ample exercises to guide students in practising vocabulary and grammar. A key conclusion suggests that the presentation and drilling of linguistic structures and lexicon is heavily favored over oral practice grounded in real-life scenarios and relevant use of the language, which seems to contradict contemporary pedagogical theories that emphasize communication.
Rehabilitation Counseling Practicum: A National Survey of Design and Implementation
Authors: Dalgin Rebecca Spirito , Bruch Lori A. , Barber Gerianne
Published: December 2024

This national study documents current processes and practices used in the master's level rehabilitation counseling practicum such as type of supervision provided, training setting, activities related to rehabilitation skill development, written documentation used during practicum, and use of microskills training. Results are described in relation to existing CORE standards as they pertain to practicum, relevant literature, and considerations for further research.
Histórias de vida e a construção dos saberes necessários à prática educativa de Paulo Freire
Authors: Ribeiro Alves Martins Pollyana Maria , Freitas de Luna José Marcelo
Published: December 2024

O presente trabalho trata-se de uma discussão a partir de uma pesquisa realizada no Instituto Federal de Brasília, Campus Planaltina, que teve como objetivo relacionar as memórias de professores, desveladas nas suas narrativas biográficas, com suas práticas educativas como docentes do Ensino Técnico Profissional Agrícola. O estudo foi realizado com cinco professores que atuaram no curso técnico em Agropecuária ofertado pela instituição. Buscou-se discutir sobre a importância de estudar a construção dos saberes necessários à prática educativa, conforme delineados por Paulo Freire, por meio das trajetórias de vida e as experiências pessoais dos docentes. A pesquisa, realizada em 2011, teve como metodologia a pesquisa qualitativa, com pressupostos das técnicas da História de vida, História Oral e Narrativas Biográficas. Foram construídas narrativas biográficas e trajetórias de cada um dos sujeitos, após realização de entrevistas abertas e de profundidade. O estudo foi feito a partir da análise das relações estabelecidas pela pesquisadora após conhecer as memórias dos professores, entre suas experiências de vida e a construção de práticas educativas delineadas por Paulo Freire no livro Pedagogia da Autonomia. Tais práticas dizem respeito à forma de relacionarem-se com afetos, escolarização, profissionalização, política, espaços e territórios. Analisar as relações estabelecidas entre as histórias de vida e a construção dos saberes necessários à prática educativa, delineados por Paulo Freire, evidenciou a importância de tais estudos para compreender caminhos de formação docente que promovam a aprendizagem autoral dos estudantes, fundamentada nos princípios da educação libertadora e dos direitos humanos.
Reflexões acerca Educação Básica brasileira:
Authors: Friebel Silvane , Gomes Oliveira de Morais Lucimara
Published: December 2024

Este artigo ensaístico (Barthes, 1977) revisa criticamente a improdutividade da escola pública no Brasil, utilizando-se da metodologia qualitativa (Demo, 2001; 2008), que apresenta uma abordagem crítica, interpretativa, flexível e emancipadora, promovendo compreensão profunda dos fenômenos. A escola pública, essencial na promoção da democracia e no cumprimento do direito à educação, assegurado pela Constituição Federal, enfrenta inúmeros desafios. Responsável pela maior parte das matrículas na educação básica, essa rede sofre com o problema crônico de financiamento insuficiente, especialmente nos municípios que concentram a maioria dos estudantes. Como resultado, a improdutividade desse sistema é evidenciada por altos índices de evasão, repetência e desempenho acadêmico insatisfatório, impactando negativamente o desenvolvimento social e econômico do país. Essa questão está intimamente ligada à desigualdade estrutural, uma vez que a educação pública é frequentemente menos financiada e valorizada em comparação à educação privada, perpetuando, assim, a divisão de oportunidades entre as classes sociais. Diante desse cenário, teóricos defendem que a escola pública deve promover uma educação crítica e emancipadora, fundamentada no diálogo e na participação ativa dos estudantes. Nesse contexto, ao estimular o engajamento coletivo, a gestão democrática é vista como uma alternativa eficaz para combater a improdutividade. Além disso, a pesquisa como princípio educativo é sugerida como uma estratégia para dinamizar o ambiente escolar e promover igualdade de oportunidades, formando cidadãos conscientes e participativos.
Integrando sustentabilidade ao Ensino Superior
Authors: Viana Dias Henrique , Lima Freitas Ariana , Ferreira da Silva Marcos Paulo
Published: December 2024

Ao longo da trajetória acadêmica, o Instituto Federal de Brasília tem como princípio formar uma população estudantil qualificada e engajada com a sociedade. No entanto, simplesmente seguir o plano de ensino e suas disciplinas não é suficiente para fomentar o desenvolvimento das habilidades ambientais e sociais dos estudantes no decurso da aquisição do conhecimento. Por outro lado, as atividades complementares obrigatórias são limitadas e muitas vezes carecem de motivação para sua realização. O objetivo deste estudo é propor o incentivo ao cultivo de mudas de plantas referente à realização da prática como atividade complementar obrigatória, visando maior comprometimento em atividades extracurriculares de relevância acadêmica, social e ambiental por meio do envolvimento dos estudantes do ensino superior do Instituto Federal de Brasília, Campus Brasília. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa que adota uma abordagem exploratória e revisão bibliográfica. Para sua realização, foram empregadas técnicas de coleta de dados, incluindo a análise bibliográfica e documental. A análise temporal abrangeu trabalhos publicados entre 2018 e 2023. Infere-se do estudo a necessidade de investigações sobre a ligação entre a procrastinação estudantil e a motivação acadêmica relacionadas às atividades complementares obrigatórias.
Editorial
Authors: Dos Santos Rosa Daniele
Published: December 2024

A Revista Eixo, em sua mais recente edição, traz ao debate acadêmico temas cruciais que refletem a interseção entre ciência, educação, envelhecimento e sustentabilidade. Os artigos apresentados destacam a relevância de pesquisas inovadoras e práticas educativas que visam não apenas o avanço do conhecimento, mas também a promoção de um futuro mais sustentável e equitativo.
Information and Analytical Bulletin (INAB). Interethnic relations, identification and integration processes in the period of social transformations
Authors:   Institute of Sociology of FCTAS RAS, Moscow, Russian Federation, Mukomel Vladimir I.
Published: December 2024

Информационно-аналитический бюллетень посвящён вопросам динамики изменений в сфере межнациональных отношений, ценностных ориентиров, гражданской и этнической идентичностей россиян, миграционных и интеграционных процессов в условиях стремительных социально-политических трансформаций. Представлены результаты общероссийских и региональных исследований (в т. ч. в Саха (Якутии), Алтае, Тыве (Туве) и Хакасии). Анализируется иерархия идентификаторов российской идентичности, этнические идентичности и солидарность, межэтническое и внутриэтническое доверие. Даётся оценка состояния межэтнических отношений на общероссийском и региональном уровнях, сопоставляются многомерные профили государственно-гражданской идентичности групп, придерживающихся типологических различных ценностных ориентиров. Рассматриваются законодательные нормы, регулирующие использование государственных языков республик и административные практики в этой сфере, последние новации миграционного законодательства, введение ограничений и запретов на привлечение иностранной рабочей силы в общественном дискурсе и практиках властей, фейковые новости о миграции и мигрантах. Исследуются социологические аспекты формирования траекторий социальных лифтов инокультурных мигрантов в России.
“It Is All Mine, Native!”: A Sense of Place in the Context of Informal Nature Management (the Case of Karakansky Pine Wood)
Authors: Lavrusevich Polina
Published: December 2024

The article reveals the analytical potential of the concept of a sense of place in the annex to such large natural objects as suburban forests. On the data of ethnographic case-study held in 2021-2022 in the Novosibirsk region, shown how the biophysical characteristics of the natural-anthropogenic landscape, refracting through the history of life and individual experience of natural resource management, participate in the formation of place attachment, place dependence, place identity and place satisfaction. The components of a sense of place include both rational and irrational components, voluntariness and necessity, choice and lack thereof. Personal experience of pine wood users — rural residents, summer residents and city tourists — is characterized by different degree of rootedness in the landscape, which qualitatively and quantitatively measured by the duration of permanent and seasonal residence, the presence of generational ties with the place, features of environmental management practices. The experience of place, which shapes the value of the place and through it the components of the sense of place, can be both unifying, creating unconditional value, not based on comparison (native places), and individualizing, creating comparative satisfaction and attachment to place (place resource). Strong emotional experiences of unity with nature are balanced, and often reinforced by economic difficulties, which as a result leads to perception of the place not only as the “best”, but also as “native”, “own”.
Bystanders of Bullying: What Motivates Students to Intervene or Stay on the Sidelines
Authors: Bukina Arina , Eliseeva Elizaveta , Petrova Elizaveta , Titkova Vera
Published: December 2024

The article examines the reasons for witnesses’ (non)intervention in defending victims of school bullying. We explore the phenomenon of moral disengagement among 8th-10th grade students from two schools in Saint-Petersburg.A thematic analysis of 42 interviews revealed that non-intervention is often accompanied by fear, indifference, and the belief that bullying is deserved. Fear of worsening their position in the group hierarchy and the anxiety of becoming the next victim of bullying act as deterrents, leading students to remain passive bystanders. Indifference is often explained by a focus on personal problems and distancing from the challenges of others. Blaming the victims makes intervention a socially undesirable action. Intervention and support for victims are motivated by friendship with the victim, a sense of moral responsibility for the well-being of others, and personal experiences of having been bullied.The study’s findings are important for developing anti-bullying programs and creating a supportive school environment. Addressing the causes of non-intervention can help teach students to be socially responsible for their own behavior and the behavior of those around them.
Urban Communities “On the Scene”: Roles, Practices and Cultural Consumption
Authors: Kolomina Kira , Strelnikova Anna
Published: December 2024

Paper provides a review of Marta Klekotko’s book “Scenes and Communities in the City”. The author has the ambitious task of proposing an approach to discovering and studying urban communities by analyzing the practices of urban everyday life. In this book Marta Klekotko proposes a matrix typology to describe the social practices that constitute urban everyday life. Klekotko’s analytical work mainly focuses on describing the practices of identity acquisition, reproduction and transmission by members of different social groups. In doing so, urban scenes and typical spaces become “models” for the acquisition of practices specific to the community in a particular space of the city. This approach is interesting because it allows us to organize the actions of individuals in the space of the city, both in communities and outside of them. However, there are not many practices that are situational and cannot be described by matrix typology without disadvantage.
RELIGIOUS MODERATION: THE FOUNDATION OF INCLUSIVE ISLAMIC EDUCATION
Authors: Nasri Ulyan , Muliadi Erlan , Nuha Ulin , Indinabila Yunita , Gufran M. , Aulia Hesti Dina
Published: December 2024

This research highlights the importance of religious moderation in the context of Islamic education to create an inclusive environment. Religious moderation plays a crucial role in shaping the foundation of Islamic education that provides space for all individuals regardless of belief differences. The aim of this research is to explore the practices and experiences of religious moderation in the context of Islamic education and its impact on inclusivity. The research methodology employed is a literature review, analyzing and synthesizing relevant literature from various sources. Data analysis involves collecting and reviewing literature on the practices of religious moderation in Islamic education and its impact on educational inclusivity. The findings indicate that the implementation of religious moderation in Islamic education can strengthen inclusivity and promote values of tolerance, dialogue, and mutual respect. The implications of this research underscore the importance of integrating values of religious moderation into Islamic educational curricula as a step to enrich educational experiences and reinforce inclusivity. Thus, this research provides a significant contribution to deepening understanding of how religious moderation can serve as a strong foundation for inclusive Islamic education.
MESSAGE OF RELIGIOUS MODERATION IN THE “KELEANG” TOMB PILGRIMAGE TRADITION (AN EXPECTACY VALUE COMMUNICATION APPROACH)
Authors: Ummah Athik Hidayatul , Bustami Yazid
Published: December 2024

Tomb pilgrimage is one of the religious traditions of Indonesian (especially in Lombok). It is strongly lives in society with various unique local wisdom rituals. Even though the tradition of grave pilgrimages has a long history as an Islamic identity, controversy over the prohibition of grave pilgrimages still occurs. Like the controversial statement by Salafi-Wahabi leader Mizan Qudsiyah in a hate-speech case which were broadcast on a YouTube channel entitled religious tourism to cemeteries. One indicator of religious moderation which is a pillar of nationality and diversity in Indonesia is acceptance of tradition. This research aims to find and analyze the motives of the pilgrims and the meaning of the messages from each ritual procession for the pilgrimage to the Keleang Tomb. The Keleang Tomb Pilgrimage is unique because it accommodates religious and cultural elements. At the same time, there are sacred values that must be understood and implemented in accordance with the advice of religious and traditional leaders. This research also examines the values of religious moderation in the Keleang Tomb pilgrimage tradition. Local traditions have the power to build togetherness, unite communities and avoid poverty. This research method is qualitative with an interpretive phenomenological approach which emphasizes the experiences of pilgrims. This study uses a communication perspective because every traditional and religious ritual involves two communication models, namely intrapersonal and interpersonal. In communication theory, the expectacy value emphasizes that there are hopes and values or beliefs that influence people's behavior in continuing to make pilgrimages to the Kaleang Tomb. Pilgrimage to the Keleang Tomb is not only to ask (pray) to Allah, but also as a form of gratitude (salametan) for the good things obtained. While the cemetery acts as an intermediary (wasilah).
SPIRITUAL LEARNING AS A WAY TO ACHIEVE RELIGIOUS MODERATION
Authors: Ratno  , Syahri Akhmad
Published: December 2024

Amid the dynamics of modern life, the challenge of maintaining a balance between spiritual and material life is increasingly urgent because many people are not aware of and understand themselves, so they violate the norms and values that exist in society. This article outlines the concept and benefits of spiritual learning to realize religious moderation by using a qualitative method, the type of literature study. This research reveals that: Religious moderation is an approach that offers a wise middle ground for incorporating spiritual values into daily life in harmony. In this case, spiritual learning that can be applied to realizing religious moderation is through inner exercises, such as meditation and praying before doing activities; physical exercises, both verbal and non-verbal; education and learning in schools, such as the creation of meaning through the integration of value theory, religious theory, and scientific theory based on metaphysical questions in spiritual-based learning and experience. This is beneficial for building higher self-awareness about oneself, society, and God. and can develop a good attitude in Tawazzun, I'tidal, Tasamuh, Tawassuth, Shura, Ishlah, Tahadhdhur, Musawah, Aulawiyah, Tathawwur and Ibtikar. This research shows that to build one's self-awareness, there is a need for a learning process that integrates spiritual values and religious moderation in daily life.
Acculturation Of Sasak Culture And Islamic Teachings In The Belangon Tradition In The Healing Process Of Disease
Authors: Fadlan Family Alwi , Fikri Muhammad
Published: December 2024

The understanding and knowledge of people who do not know the tradition generally only know the popular tradition, not the philosophical value contained in the tradition, even many people do not recognize the traditions that exist around their own area. The purpose of this research is to: 1.Describe clearly how the acculturation of Sasak culture and Islamic teachings is realized in the Belangon tradition 2. Understand how the people of Kalijaga Baru Village maintain the Belangon tradition. This research is a type of qualitative data, using primary data and secondary data. The data collected in this article was subjected to descriptive qualitative analysis. The results of this study show that: (1) in the Belangon tradition there is a combination of Sasak and Islamic culture, namely the offering of offerings to those present during the belelangon process (2) offerings cannot be taken home by families affected by the disaster. (3) The people of Kalijaga Baru Village are always aware that someone has a congenital disease from their ancestors and never leave this tradition
BRANDING OF RADIO SUARA KOTA MATARAM THROUGH THE PROGRAM "REGIONAL DEVICE ORGANIZATION (OPD) GREETING" IN MAINTAINING EXISTENCE IN THE DIGITAL ERA
Authors: Wahyudi Gemuh Surya , Hartati Silviya
Published: December 2024

Radio Suara Kota is a radio managed by the Mataram city government which is currently experiencing a decrease in the number of listeners, due to changes in the use of social media by the public, one of its flagship programs is the "Regional Apparatus Organization (OPD) Menyapa" program, Suara Kota needs to do branding so that the radio can be recognised by the public and build an image in the eyes of the public as a radio that connects the public with the government regarding the policies of the Mataram city government. This research method uses descriptive qualitative with the research subject, namely the "Regional Apparatus Organization (OPD) Menyapa" program. Data collection methods using interviews, observation and documentation. The results of this study are brand positioning, namely radio positioning itself to be the center of Mataram city government information to the public. Brand Identity is the radio has identity, one of which is the tagline "radio Suara Kota Suara Kita" and has unique program names such as MAHAR Mataram Harum and OPD Menyapa.
Mapping The Forms Of Hadith Mediatization Studies And Their Urgency In Indonesia
Authors: Nur Hayati Fiqi Halwaini
Published: December 2024

Mass media significantly influences the mediatization of religious texts, such as the Qur'an and Hadith in Indonesia. The existence of Hadith mediatization can prevent the freezing of thinking. It can balance the flow of globalization so that Hadith remains alive in a space easily accessible from various circles. This paper examines the mapping of hadith mediatization studies in Indonesia and its urgency. This study maps and determines the urgency of the mediatization of hadith studies in Indonesia by analyzing the content of various mass media that discuss hadith issues. This study examines the mediatization of Hadith in Indonesia, such as print media, television, radio, internet, and social media, to disseminate, promote, or interpret the traditions of the Prophet Muhammad. The practice aims to make the traditions more accessible, understandable, and widely disseminated to a larger audience, encompassing various layers of society and culture.
Environmental Hygiene Among Students: A Cross-Sectional Study at Abu Harbi School, Aden, Yemen
Authors: Shaher Fahmi , Al-Shameri Mohammed , Salam Fatima , Naji Alaa Omar , Naser Abdulhalim Aidaros , Mohammed Zainab Abdulhakeem , Ali Hani Nasser , Abdullah Zainab Wagdi , Ahmed Yasser Aref , Mohssen Hind Abdalhabeb , Hazem Wael Abdulwahab , Bobaker Sarah Riyadh , Mohssen Abdulsamad Nasser , Ahmed Nabilah Mohammed , Mohssen Naser Ahmed , Hameed Shyma’a Motea , Abdullah Mohammed Saleh , Gasim Jawaher Saleh , Mohammed Abdulrahman Ali , AL-Ahdal Mohammed Essam , Abdulkarim Nabil Adel , A Ahmed, F. G.
Published: December 2024

Background: This research assessed the awareness, behaviours, and practices concerning environmental hygiene among fourth- and fifth-grade students at Abu Harbi School in Aden, Yemen. The study sought to evaluate students' comprehension of cleanliness, their involvement in hygiene-related initiatives, and the efficacy of the school's infrastructure in facilitating these endeavors. Data were gathered via surveys, interviews, and observations from a cohort of 100 students. Data was analyzed using SPSS version 26. Descriptive analysis was used in this study.
Outcomes: The study comprised 46% males and 54% females, with 52% of participants attaining a fourth-grade level and 48% achieving a fifth-grade level. Findings revealed a moderate level of student awareness regarding environmental cleanliness and its health consequences. Although some cleanliness infrastructure, including waste bins, existed, maintenance practices and student involvement in environmental campaigns were deemed insufficient. Gender disparities in waste management practices were noted, with males exhibiting marginally higher rates of consistent garbage disposal (55%) and females displaying a greater propensity for the presence of waste bins in their vicinity (62%).
Conclusion: The conclusions emphasise the necessity for enhancements in hygiene teaching, facility upkeep, and student involvement in sustainability initiatives within the educational setting. The study emphasizes the crucial role of schools in fostering environmental consciousness and promoting healthy living among students.
Numerical Analysis of Scour Characteristics around Offshore Wind Sub-Structures under Bidirectional Waves Conditions
Authors: Jeong Chan-Jin , Kim Dong-Hyun , Lee Seung-Oh
Published: December 2024

Offshore wind sub-structures are exposed to scour risks under various flow conditions, with scour characteristics, especially in response to wave conditions, critically impacting structural stability. This study aims to quantitatively analyze the influence of unidirectional and Bidirectional wave conditions on the scour characteristics around the offshore wind sub-structures. Using the FLOW-3D, a comparative analysis of flow and scour characteristics was conducted under both unidirectional and Bidirectional wave conditions. In unidirectional wave conditions, It was found that flow tended to concentrate around the sub-structure, resulting in rapid scour development and deeper scour depths according to the maximum bottom velocity characteristics. Conversely, Bidirectional wave conditions generated intersecting flow patterns, dispersing the velocity around the structure, which mitigated scour and established a more stable flow regime. These findings highlight that variations in wave direction significantly impact flow and scour characteristics the offshore wind sub-structures, emphasizing the importance of considering effects of the attack angle in scour predictions for design and maintenance stages, respectively. The results of this study provide foundational data for predicting scour characteristics and evaluating the safety of offshore wind sub-structures under diverse wave conditions. This study serves as an essential reference for developing scour mitigation and maintenance strategies in complex marine environments.
Assessment on Variations of Flow Velocity and Flood level of River and Estuary due to Vegetation
Authors: Park Moonhyung , Kim Hyung-Suk , Adibhusana Made Narayana , Ryu Yonguk
Published: December 2024

Vegetation along rivers is likely to play a role of roughness causing to increase river water level and flow velocity. During floods, floodwaters from the main channel overflow into the floodplain and increase the flow resistance due to the influence of vegetation, causing the flood level to rise. In case vegetation in rivers is formed near estuary, the flow resistance by vegetation may affect flow pattern along rivers. In this study, the characteristics of water level and flow velocity in rivers and estuaries that occur when a vegetation zone is located in a section about 1 km from the estuary were investigated by analyzing the results of numerical simulations. The aim of this study was to analyse the variability of water level and flow velocity in rivers and estuaries that may be caused by natural vegetation area in rivers or by planting as riverfront. Through numerical analysis using a two-dimensional numerical model, transverse flow analysis in a vegetated section and longitudinal flow analysis including an estuary of about 3 km were performed and their characteristics were presented.
Interactive Websites in Physics Education: A Bibliometric Analysis and Trends Review
Authors: Marwanti Kissi , Wibowo Firmanul Catur , Nasbey Hadi
Published: December 2024

This study examines the trend and contribution of interactive websites in physics education through bibliometric analysis. Using R Bibliometrix, 38 articles from 1999 to 2024 were analyzed in annual scientific production, country scientific production, most cited countries, most cited documents globally, and word clouds. The types of documents obtained from the Scopus database in the form of articles, book chapters, conference papers, and conference reviews. The findings of the analysis show that the key trends include students, websites, e-learning, education, and teaching. While gaps remain in interactive learning tools, learning experiences, learning management systems, learning processes, and differentiation. This study could serve as a global guide for researchers and educators creating interactive physics learning websites.
VERBAL AND VISUAL METAPHORS IN ENGLISH BIOGRAPHICAL CINODISCOURSE (A Study of Christopher Nolan’s «Oppenheimer» Script)
Authors: Vorobyova Olga , Khalilov Elman
Published: December 2024

This paper focuses on the study of the role and functioning of verbal and visual metaphors in the biographical cinodiscourse, particularly the script and biopic “Oppenheimer” by the prominent British film director Christopher Nolan (2023). The research aims to define the thematics and functioning of verbal and visual metaphors in the cinematic depiction of Robert Oppenheimer’s life and career. Given the present-day interpretation of verbal and visual metaphors in their conceptual dimension, the study highlights their functions (descriptive, explanatory and humour-creating), content and interaction in verbal and cinematic biographical narrative. The paper reveals the role of such metaphors in shaping the protagonist’s figure, outlining his perception of the world and his ability to communicate in the professional and daily milieux. Relying upon multilevel linguistic means, the research results in reconstruing several conceptual metaphors that embody the key ideas, conceptions and arguments verbalised and visualised in the script and the movie. Getting deeper into the realm of visual cinometaphors allowed to better understand the predominant academic and sociopolitical atmosphere of the US in the 1940s as well as crystallize the biopic’s key topics, those of scientific progress contraversiality, moral dilemmas scientists might face, and the impact of their personal choices upon the fate of humanity and preserving self-identity.
FUNCTIONING OF ENGLISH TERMINOLOGY IN THE FIELD OF NANOTECHNOLOGY AND ITS TRANSLATION INTO UKRAINIAN
Authors: Irushkina Daryna , Kolisnyk Maryna
Published: December 2024

The article is focused on the study of English terminology in the field of nanotechnology with an emphasis on its structural and semantic features and methods of translation into Ukrainian. Nanotechnology, as an interdisciplinary field, is characterized by intensive development, which requires the creation of a specific terminological apparatus to describe complex processes and phenomena. The analysis showed that the terms in this field are divided into three groups: simple, derivative and complex, the latter being the most common due to the need to describe multicomponent scientific concepts. The study identified the main strategies for translating terms, including calquing, transposition, and semantic transformation. It was found that transposition is most suitable for complex terms, while calquing is used for simple and derivative terms. Semantic transformations are used to adapt the meaning to the context. The results of the work contribute to the standardization of terminology, which facilitates scientific communication and the integration of the Ukrainian language into the global scientific environment. In the future, the research is aimed at developing automated translation systems and analyzing the influence of cultural peculiarities on the process of term creation.
FEATURES OF ENGLISH TOURISM TERMS MACHINE TRANSLATION INTO UKRAINIAN
Authors: Borbenchuk Iryna , Shtanko Alina
Published: December 2024

The article is a study of the English tourism terminology and the features of its translation into Ukrainian through the use of the translation systems DeepL Translate and Google Translate. Taking into account the constant changes in the development of the tourism sector, modern online platforms provide active communication and exchange of experience, promote various types of recreation as well as encourage the study of tourist texts, being an object of interest for linguists. On the basis of the English language tourist texts, the article explores lexical units denoting tourist concepts and realities, being classified according to their structure (simple, compound, abbreviations) and semantics (architectural objects, geographical objects, accommodation and food establishments, transport and infrastructure objects, recreation area and services, etc.). It has been found out that tourist texts are united by a common idea, but demonstrate a wide thematic diversity, including countries and cities; places to visit; step-by-step tips and practical instructions; trip planning, etc. The findings of the article point out that with the development of technologies, the use of machine translation is becoming more and more common, which allows adjusting to a new environment making translation into the desired language. The study analyses the functioning of two online systems, namely DeepL Translate and Google Translate and defines the main errors as well as accuracy of translation of the terms in context. The study proves that the DeepL Translate system translates tourist terms more accurately preserving the meaning more often (56%) as compared to the Google Translate system (44%). Minor differences allow both systems to be used for the translation of tourist texts, but the need for human editing is advisable to ensure the adequate translation that conveys the meaning intended by the author.
FEATURES OF USING LEXICAL INNOVATIONS AND SLANG IN INTERNATIONAL MEMES (ON THE EXAMPLE OF SOCIAL NETWORKS)
Authors: Nazarenko Olena , Rebenok Valentyna
Published: December 2024

The article explores the dynamic use of lexical innovations and slang in contemporary international memes, which are prevalent in popular social networks such as Instagram and Facebook. Memes, as a significant phenomenon of digital culture, have evolved into a unique form of communication, blending linguistic creativity with visual content to deliver messages that are often humorous, satirical, or socially reflective. This study analyzes the structural and functional features of memes, focusing on how slang and lexical innovations contribute to their effectiveness in engaging audiences and conveying complex ideas succinctly. By investigating the specific linguistic tools utilized in memes, such as newly coined terms, idiomatic expressions, and non-standard word formations, the research highlights their role in shaping online discourse. The findings also shed light on the cultural and social implications of these linguistic phenomena, emphasizing how they reflect and influence the habits, attitudes, and practices of young people, especially those learning English as a second language. Moreover, the research identifies the primary functions of lexical innovations and slang in memes, including emotional expression, humor, and the creation of shared online identities. The analysis contributes to a broader understanding of how digital communication and language intersect, providing insights into the transformative power of memes in modern Internet discourse.
LINGUO-PRAGMATIC FEATURES OF TEXTS IN THE PUBLICISTIC STYLE
Authors: Sotnykov Andrii , Kobylinska Iryna
Published: December 2024

The article is dedicated to the linguistic and pragmatic features of texts in the publicistic style, which, in today’s internet-driven world, play a key role in shaping public opinion and directly influencing readers. The publicistic style occupies a significant place in the media segment, addressing diverse areas such as social, cultural, and political spheres. The article highlights the main pragmatic and linguistic mechanisms that lend argumentation, emotionality, and impact to publicistic texts. Attention is focused on the use of stylistic, syntactic, and lexical techniques aimed at achieving communicative intentions.  Lexical tools include a range of stylistically expressive vocabulary that underscores the author’s firm stance and evokes emotional resonance within the target audience. Syntactic devices, notably repetitions, inversions, and rhetorical questions, enhance the expressiveness of the text and amplify its impact potential. The pragmatic aspects of textual content, which support modern communication, are also examined. Additionally, the article addresses the process of manipulation, which is executed through audience consciousness by incorporating techniques that instill and shape perceptions and attitudes toward specific circumstances or individuals portrayed in publicistic texts.  The research demonstrates that the effectiveness of texts in this style also depends on the skillful combination of informative and persuasive functions, which the author consciously integrates to convey a specific message to the target audience. Special attention is given to the importance of crafting effective headlines and subheadings for publicistic texts, such as news, reports, and interviews.  Thus, the article illustrates how the linguistic and pragmatic features of publicistic texts can profoundly influence readers, subconsciously shaping their opinions about specific circumstances or characters in the text. This study makes a significant contribution to understanding how the publicistic style impacts modern communicative strategies.
Neural Network for Enhancing Robot Assisted Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review
Authors: Hasan Sk , Alam Nafizul , Mashud Gazi Abdullah , Bhujel Subodh
Published: December 2024

The integration of neural networks into robotic exoskeletons for physical rehabilitation has become popular due to their ability to interpret complex physiological signals. Surface electromyography (sEMG), electromyography (EMG), electroencephalography (EEG), and other physiological signals enable communication between the human body and robotic systems. Utilizing physiological signals for communicating with robots plays a crucial role in robot assisted neurorehabilitation. This systematic review synthesizes 44 peer-reviewed studies, exploring how neural networks can improve exoskeleton robot assisted rehabilitation for individuals with impaired upper limbs. By categorizing the studies based on robot assisted joints, sensor systems, and control methodologies, we offer a comprehensive overview of neural network applications in this field. Our findings demonstrate that neural networks, such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNN), Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), and Radial Basis Function Neural Networks (RBFNN), and other forms of neural network significantly contribute to patient specific rehabilitation by enabling adaptive learning and personalized therapy. CNNs improve motion intention estimation and control accuracy, while LSTM networks capture temporal muscle activity patterns for real-time rehabilitation. RBFNNs improve human-robot interaction by adapting to individual movement patterns, leading to more personalized and efficient therapy. This review highlights the potential of neural networks to revolutionize upper limb rehabilitation, improving motor recovery and patient outcomes in both clinical and home-based settings. It also recommends the future direction to customize existing neural networks for robot assisted rehabilitation applications.
Tracking Secondary Raw Material Operational Framework – DataOps Case Study
Authors: Pestana Gabriel , Almeida Marisa , Martins Nelson
Published: December 2024

The ceramic and glass industries, integral to the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), face significant challenges in achieving decarbonization despite advancements in energy efficiency. The circular economy offers a promising pathway, emphasizing the reuse and recycling of waste materials into secondary raw materials (SRM) to reduce resource consumption and emissions. This study investigates a standardized waste supply chain framework, developed collaboratively with stakeholders, tailored for the ceramic sector. The Waste Resource Platform (WRP) integrates Industry 4.0 paradigms, utilizing a modular, layered architecture and a process-centric design. The framework includes experimental tests and co-creation methodologies to refine a digital marketplace that connects stakeholders, facilitates SRM exchange, and fosters industrial symbiosis. The WRP demonstrates the potential for SRM to replace virgin materials, reducing environmental impacts and production costs. It enhances supply chain transparency through digital traceability, promotes predictive material sourcing, and streamlines logistics via algorithmic optimization. Challenges such as regulatory gaps and quality standards are addressed through standardized processes, open data governance, and innovative algorithms. The WRP project advances circular economy goals in the ceramic sector, promoting waste reuse, industrial symbiosis, and supply chain resilience. Its standardized, open-access platform offers a scalable model for other industries, fostering sustainable practices and resource efficiency while addressing global climate targets.
Spore-Derived Isolates from a Single Basidiocarp of Bioluminescent Omphalotus olivascens Reveal Multifaceted Phenotypic and Physiological Variations
Authors: Diaz Rudy , Bermudes David
Published: December 2024

The fungal genus Omphalotus is noted for its bioluminescence and the production of biologically active secondary metabolites. We isolated 47 fungal strains of Omphalotus olivascens germinated from spores of a single mushroom. We first noted a high degree of variation in the outward appearances in radial growth and pigmentation among the cultures. Radial growth rates fell into at least five distinct categories, with only slower growing isolates obtained compared with the parental dikaryon. Scanning UV-vis spectroscopy of liquid-grown cultures showed variation in pigmentation in both the absorption intensity and peak absorption wavelengths, indicating that some isolates vary from the parental strain in both pigment concentration and composition. Bioluminescence intensity was observed to have isolates with both greater and lesser intensities, while the increased emission in response to caffeic acid was inversely proportional to the unstimulated output. Under UV illumination the media of parental strain was observed to be brightly fluorescent, which was not due to the pigment, while the isolates also varied from greater to lesser intensity and in their peak emission. At least three separate fluorescent bands were observed by gel electrophoresis from one of the cultures, while only one was observed in others. Fluorescence intensity varied significantly in response to casamino acids. None of a subset of the cultures produced an antibiotic effective against Staphylococcus aureus, and only the haploids, but not the parental heterokaryon, produced an antibiotic consistent with illudin M effective against Mycobacterium smegmatis. This same subset all produced an anticancer agent that was highly potent against MDA-MB-468 breast cancer tumor cells. We interpret these variations in haploids as significant in altering Omphalotus physiology and its production of secondary metabolites, which may in turn alter their ecology and life cycle, and could be further applied to studying fungal physiologies and facilitate linking them to their genetic underpinnings.
Intracellular Membrane Contact Sites in Skeletal Muscle Cells
Authors: Serano Matteo , Perni Stefano , Pierantozzi Enrico , Laurino Annunziatina , Sorrentino Vincenzo , Rossi Daniela
Published: December 2024

Intracellular organelles are common to eukaryotic cells and provide the physical support for the assembly of specialized compartments. In skeletal muscle fibers, the largest in-tracellular organelle is the sarcoplasmic reticulum, a specialized form of the endoplasmic reticulum primarily devoted to Ca²⁺storage and release for muscle contraction. Occupying about 10% of the total cell volume, the sarcoplasmic reticulum forms multiple membrane contact sites, some of which are unique to skeletal muscle. These contact sites primarily involve the plasma membrane; among these, specialized membrane contacts sites between the transverse tubules and the terminal cisternae of the sarcoplasmic reticulum form triads. Triads are skeletal muscle specific contact sites where Ca²⁺channels and regulatory proteins assemble to form the so-called calcium release complex. Additionally, the sarcoplasmic reticulum contacts mitochondria to enable a more precise regulation of Ca²⁺ homeostasis and energy metabolism.
The sarcoplasmic reticulum and the plasma membrane also undergo dynamic remodeling to allow Ca²⁺ entry from the extracellular space and replenish the stores. This process involves the formation of dynamic membrane contact sites called Ca²⁺ Entry Units. This review explores the key processes in biogenesis and assembly of intracellular membrane contact sites as well as the membrane remodeling that occurs in response to muscle fatigue.