bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Grasp Taxonomy and Grasp Synthesis of Continuum Robots
Authors: Mehrkish Ali
Published: March 2024

Continuum robots (CRs) have been the subject of intensive researches in recent years because of the wide range of their potential applications. One main domain of application is CR-based grasp, which needs studying grasp taxonomy and grasp synthesis. Despite the importance of these two topics for robotic operations, their concepts for CRs remain to be investigated. The first contribution of this thesis is to present a comprehensive CR-based grasp taxonomy. Grasp taxonomy is a systematic arrangement of space of grasps. For this purpose, different types of CR-based grasp tasks are overviewed. Also, different types of contact shapes between CRs and objects are classified. Finally, existing CR-based grasp configurations in the CR-related literature are compared and classified into a novel taxonomy through a 3-step methodology. Based on this study, nine major grasp families in the field of CRs are introduced, which include 21 sub-grasp types. Then, the taxonomy is enriched by different analyses of CR-based grasp families. Finally, to study the feasibility of the grasp taxonomy, an experimental case of a small-sized CR is investigated. The second contribution of this thesis is to introduce the formulation of CR-based grasp synthesis. Grasp synthesis is the process of determining the CR configuration and contact points on the target object to acquire suitable grasp properties. In this thesis, a synthesis approach relying on an analytical model of CR-based grasp is proposed. The grasp quality measures, which are key to the grasp selection, are formulated based on grasp and CR Jacobian matrices. The Jacobian matrix for CRs is obtained through piecewise constant-curvature modeling and by Cosserat rod-based models, each providing certain advantages. Besides, to reflect the limited workspace of CRs, a new quantitative grasp quality measure is proposed. Also, two experimental grasp quality measures (i.e., path following error and grasp success rate) are introduced to compare and assess the grasps. Then, the effectiveness of the synthesis algorithms is shown through extensive numerical examples and experiments, using single-segment tendon-driven catheters. Moreover, as a requirement for experimental verifications, an experimental set-up for the automation of CRs is developed in collaboration with other researchers in the lab.
Asking the Buddha for Help: Overcoming the Bifurcation and Coloniality of Philosophy Through an Engagement With the Madhyamaka Tradition
Authors: Marquez Leon Juan Sebastian
Published: March 2024

This thesis seeks to address two pressing issues. The first is philosophy’s bifurcation. Contemporary philosophy, having been stripped of the spiritual exercises so central to its Ancient traditions, has been reduced to mere discourse. This thesis aims to explore the Buddha’s teachings for potential methodological insights—specifically looking at how the Madhyamaka tradition relates to the teachings of the Buddha—that may establish philosophy as a way of life, along with its spiritual exercises, as an option open to us today, as well as elaborating on what that option looks like for contemporary philosophy. The second issue relates to the centrality of reason in modern Western philosophy, which, while it a consequence of its encounter with Christianity, also played an important role in the consistent dismissing of non-western traditions as non-philosophical on the grounds that they are insufficiently committed to the standards of rational enquiry. By understanding the significant role that reason takes on in the Prasangika Madhyamaka approach, the aim will be to question the ‘divine reason’ construct so central to contemporary Western philosophy’s self-understanding and expose the ways it is particular to the European milieu.
The Psychometric Properties of the ASEBA Brief Problem Monitor as Compared to the Adult Self-report in the Context of the Preschool Child Behaviour Checklist
Authors: Lim Danielle
Published: March 2024

This study evaluated the psychometric properties of the Brief Problem Monitor (BPM), an abbreviated version of the Adult Self-Report (ASR) in the Achenbach System of Empirically Based Assessment (ASEBA). Limited psychometric data exist on the BPM, including only two studies beyond the standardization sample. I assessed the distributional features, reliability, and validity of the BPM as compared to the ASR in the context of the Child Behaviour Checklist (CBCL) in a community sample of mothers and toddlers. The objective was to inform users on the psychometric cost of using the BPM as a substitute for the ASR. Findings demonstrated various psychometric disadvantages to using the BPM in research and clinical contexts. Users must be aware of the implications of selecting the BPM as a measure, alongside conditions where it is appropriate for usage. Results are relevant to research on the intergenerational transmission of psychopathology and general assessment of adult psychopathology.
Analysis of Secondary Suites in the Greater Toronto Area
Authors: Crowe Ethan
Published: March 2024

The proposed paper was to conduct a comprehensive review and analysis for the current state of secondary suites in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The GTA is comprised of 25 municipalities, however those with the highest populations will be selected for the analysis. As a result, the municipalities that will be assessed includes Toronto, Brampton, Mississauga, Markham, and Vaughan. Additionally, Caledon will also be examined throughout this paper regardless of their small population in comparison to other municipalities in the GTA Coupling quantitative data for each municipality with information gathered throughout the qualitative methods helped generate linkages for how regulations, policies and programs affect secondary suites both positively and/or negatively. Following the detailed analysis conclusions were drawn and recommendations were developed.
Can Blockchain Impact Social Sustainability in Global Supply Chains by Enhancing Forced and Child Labour Practises
Authors: Blackwood Delroy
Published: March 2024

Supply chain management is more challenging than ever as governments, communities, and consumers demand greater social sustainability from organizations. Global supply chains have been linked to child and forced labour and this has forced organizations to embrace technology as a viable option in fighting theses atrocities. Blockchain (BC) technology is one such option as it offers a set of features that global supply chains can leverage, namely transparency, security, immutability, and decentralization. This qualitative research explores blockchain adoption in global supply chains in the context of child labour and forced labour violations. The findings signify that blockchain can enhance the transparency of global supply chains, and positively impact child and forced labour practises. A key theoretical contribution emerged, by applying blockchain the transparency acquired, due diligence and collaboration is enhanced. Overall, the research is a further step in understanding blockchain's potential to address child and forced labour in global, which future research can build on.
Exploration and Mitigation of Stereotypical Gender Biases in Information Retrieval Systems
Authors: Bigdeli Amin
Published: March 2024

Recent studies in information retrieval have shown that gender biases have found their way into representational and algorithmic aspects of retrieval methods. In this thesis, we focus on the exploration and mitigation of gender biases in information retrieval gold standard datasets, often referred to as relevance judgements, and di▯erent retrieval methods including ad hoc retrieval and neural rankers. We investigate the presence of stereotypical gender biases in relevance judgment datasets and show that stereotypical gender biases are prevalent in relevance judgement datasets. The presence of gender biases in relevance judgements would immediately find its way into how neural ranking models are trained and evaluated. Therefore, we propose a systematic method to de-bias the relevance judgement datasets with a set of balanced and well-matched query pairs from different gender identities to reduce the level of bias transferred into neural ranking models that are trained based on them. The main premise of our work is that such a debiasing process will expose neural rankers to comparable queries from across gender identities that have associated relevant documents with compatible degrees of gender bias. Our experiments show that our proposed approach is able to systematically reduce stereotypical gender biases associated with different gender identities, and at the same time maintain the same level of retrieval effectiveness. In addition to relevance judgment datasets, we propose methods for reducing biases in different retrieval methods. To this end, we propose a bias-aware pseudo-relevance feedback method for reducing the level of bias in the ad hoc retrieval method and show that this decrease in bias is not accompanied with the cost of reduction in the utility. We also propose a light-weight strategy that considers the degrees of gender bias when sampling documents to be used for training neural ranking models. Our results show that the proposed light-weight strategy is able to show competitive (or even better) performance compared to the state-of-the-art neural architectures specifically designed to reduce gender biases.
Examining the Developing Influence of Emerging Technologies in the Media Sector of Afghanistan
Authors: Hakimi Musawer , Bahraam Hamid , Shahidzay Amir Kror , Sadaat Sayed Najmuddin
Published: March 2024

The study sets the stage by outlining the growing significance of digital platforms in Afghan media and the transformative potential of emerging technologies in this landscape. The purpose of this research is to comprehensively analyze the current state of affairs, challenges, and opportunities associated with integrating emerging technologies into Afghanistan's media sector. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study utilizes questionnaires and interviews to gather data from a sample size of 80 participants representing diverse media outlets in Afghanistan. Quantitative analysis involves descriptive statistics and chi-square tests, while qualitative data from interviews are thematically analyzed to provide deeper insights. The results shed light on notable disparities in technology adoption rates, with cloud computing and artificial intelligence emerging as frontrunners. Anticipated integration levels vary across technologies, with cloud computing and AI garnering significant interest. Perceived challenges in integration range from moderately to extremely challenging, while opportunities for media development are viewed as promising. In conclusion, the study underscores the transformative potential of emerging technologies in Afghanistan's media landscape, despite existing challenges. It offers recommendations such as enhancing media literacy and addressing infrastructure gaps to fully harness the benefits of technological advancements.
Communication in Healthcare Discourse: A Cultural and Linguistic Exploration of Exchanges between Healthcare Practitioners and Patients among Jukuns of Nigeria
Authors: Ajayi Owolabi Badmus , Kilani Sakiru Opeyemi
Published: March 2024

This paper explored the cultural and linguistic aspects of health exchanges between healthcare practitioners and patients among the Jukuns of Wukari in Nigeria, within the health centres in the town. It focused on patient-healthcare-provider dynamics and found out how language and culture influenced healthcare communication within formal settings. Integrating ethnographic, sociolinguistic, and anthropological approaches, the study unveiled how language and culture impacted interactions and health-seeking behaviours in these centres. It revealed the roles of language and culture in understanding health information, healthcare provider-patient exchanges, and treatment adherence within the distinct sociolinguistic context of the Jukun. Using such qualitative techniques as interviews and observations in the health centres, the study captured the intricate verbal and nonverbal communication, specific cultural discourse patterns, and communication strategies used by patients and healthcare practitioners. Findings highlighted diverse cultural and linguistic methods employed by Jukuns, such as using proverbs, ironies, metaphors, and nonverbal cues, to express themselves in healthcare settings. The research showed that these methods could facilitate communication with familiar practitioners but might complicate interactions with those from different ethnic backgrounds. Ultimately, it offered crucial perspectives for refining healthcare provision, aligning with the precise linguistic and cultural contexts of the Jukun community within formal healthcare settings in Wukari and other parts of Jukunland. Based on the foregoing, the researchers recommended that health practitioners should make use of interpreters and familiarise themselves with the cultural and linguistic norms of their immediate communities for effective health discourse that would enhance quality healthcare delivery.
Penerapan Metode Support Vector Machine Untuk Analisis Sentimen Terhadap Produk Skincare
Authors: Jasmarizal  , Junadhi  , Rahmaddeni  , M. Khairul Anam
Published: March 2024

Perawatan kulit telah menjadi aspek yang signifikan dalam pola hidup modern. Kesadaran masyarakat terhadap penampilan dan kesehatan kulit semakin meningkat, mendorong permintaan terus berkembang untuk produk skincare. Konsumen sering menghadapi kesulitan dalam memilih produk yang sesuai dengan jenis kulit mereka, di mana ulasan dari pengguna lain bisa menjadi panduan berharga, namun juga berpotensi menyebabkan kebingungan jika tidak dikelola dengan baik. Mengetahui sentimen konsumen terhadap produk skincare tidak hanya membantu produsen dan pengecer memahami penerimaan produk, tetapi juga memberikan arahan bagi konsumen lain dalam pengambilan keputusan. Kemajuan dalam teknologi analisis sentimen memungkinkan penelitian yang lebih efisien dan akurat terhadap pandangan konsumen mengenai produk skincare. Analisis sentimen dapat dijalankan secara otomatis menggunakan algoritma dan model kecerdasan buatan, di mana Support Vector Machine (SVM) menjadi salah satu metode yang efektif dalam permasalahan klasifikasi. SVM memberikan wawasan mendalam mengenai sentimen yang terkandung dalam ulasan konsumen. Dataset yang digunakan mengandung komentar dan ulasan dari pengguna terkait produk skincare MS Glow, dengan total 3.006 data. Proses selanjutnya melibatkan tahap pre-processing data, yang mencakup langkah-langkah seperti Case Folding, Normalisasi Data, Tokenisasi, Filtrasi Stop Words, dan Stemming. Pada tahap pemodelan, SVM digunakan untuk mengklasifikasi sentimen atau opini pengguna terhadap produk skincare tersebut. Hasil akhir menunjukkan bahwa model dengan ketidakseimbangan kelas mengalami overfitting, di mana performa model optimal hanya pada data pelatihan dan kurang efektif pada data uji. Namun, dengan melatih model menggunakan kelas yang seimbang dan menerapkan teknik SMOTE, ditemukan hasil optimal, mencapai akurasi sebesar 99.60% dan nilai f1-score sebesar 98.55%.
Beyond the Classroom: The Potential of Project-Based Learning and YouTube in Fostering Learning Engagement and Creativity in Digital Learning
Authors: Putri Elviza Yeni , Oktarina Rahmi , Sidiqi Adam Rasyid , Saputra Indra
Published: March 2024

The background of this research is the low of student learning engagement and creativity. The purpose of this study is to analyze the potential of project-based learning and YouTube in enhancing learning engagement and creativity. The method used in this research is a semi-systematic literature review. The results of the study describe that project-based learning and the YouTube platform have the potential to increase learning engagement and creativity. Some potential aspects of project-based learning integrated with YouTube include relevant and interesting learning content, real project learning experiences, interactive and responsive platforms, flexibility and adaptability, online collaboration features, experimental activity opportunities, and constructive feedback. The findings of this research can be considered by educators when designing learning experiences aimed at improving student learning engagement and creativity. Further research recommendations include the need for experimental implementation of project-based learning integrated with YouTube and measuring the impact of treatment in increasing learning engagement and creativity.
Sosialisasi Paten Aplikasi Online Bagi Inventor Dalam Pengusulan Patent Sederhana dengan Menggunakan Laman 4 Portal Global Sebagai Perlindungan Hak Kekayaan Intelektual di Universitas Esa Unggul Jakarta
Authors: Anwar Nizirwan , Widodo Agung Mulyo , Irawan Bambang , Juman Kundang Karsono , Mulyani Erry Yudhya , Pamungkas Rian Adi , Ummanah Ummanah , Ulum Muhamad Bahrul , Tjahjono Budi , Yulhendri Yulhendri , Yufitri Alivia
Published: March 2024

Patent sebagai bentuk perlindungan Hak Kekayaan Intelektual (HKI) sebagai hasil karya eksklusif yang terlahir dari kreativitas, inovatif (invensi) dalam mengembangkan teknologi secara berkelanjutan dari insan akademik (civitas academica). Indonesia sebagai negara berkembang dengan indeks annual change 0.088, ranking asia (regional) 12.4 dan global (world) 66.4 sudah saat para dosen sebagai fasilitator dan inventor agar lebih banyak lagi dalam mengusulkan invensi dan dapat lebih bersaing di wilayah Asia. Dosen sebagai fasilitator mempunyai kewajiban dalam melaksanakan konsep tridharma perguruan tinggi khususnya pada bidang penelitian dan pengabdian kepada masyarakat, sosialisasi pengusulan patent diselenggarakan di lingkungan para dosen Universitas Esa Unggul Jakarta. Pada patent sederhana sesuai dengan regulasi mempunyai masa perlindungan 10 tahun (pasal 23 UU 13 tahun 2016) sedangkan paten mempunyai masa perlindungan 20 tahun (pasal 13 UU 13 tahun 2016). Inventor yang telah memperoleh sertifikat patent sederhana diharapkan dapat membagi informasi invensi yang telah dihasilkan, dan setiap invensi tidak bisa diusulkan sebagai patent bila invensi tidak mencakup kreasi estetika, skema, aturan dan metode untuk melakukan kegiatan (pasal 4 UU 13 tahun 2016).
Workshop Daring Sainstometrik �Mapping Research� dalam Menentukan Indikator Clustering dan Visualisasi Bibliometrics (�Tittle : Internet of Things�)
Authors: Anwar Nizirwan , Hadi Panji Kuncoro , Mulyani Erry Yudhya , Soleh Dwi Rohman , Ummanah Ummanah , Setiyadi Dwi , Budilaksono Sularso , Susanto Ratnawati
Published: March 2024

Scientometrics adalah studi tentang pengukuran dan analisis ilmu pengetahuan, teknologi dan inovasi berdasarkan topik kajian/penelitian, yang dapat menentukan pengukuran impact terhadap serangkaian sumber referensi serta pemahaman lansiran dari karya ilmiah (published). Dalam mencari solusi dari permasalahan ini dapat menggunakan perangkat lunak berbasis bibliometric, yaitu Publish of Perish (source metadata) CrossRef, Scopus - dan Dimensions. Langkah berikutnya dibutuhkan visualisasi mapping research diperlukan VOSviewer yang beroperasi secara daring sehingga diperoleh clustering berdasarkan bibliography dan textdata. Dengan menggabungkan hasil pengumpulan data publikasi dari ketiga metadata tersebut dihasilkan knowledge area kajian bibliography (metode fractional = 37 clustering dan metode full = 32) dan textdata (metode binary = 8 clustering dan metode full = 9) pada periode tahun 2017 2019 dengan sample kajian Internet of Things pada 98 Negara. Negara Indonesia menempati rangking 56, dengan pendekatan metode fractional (document = 79, citatons = 456 dan strength link = 36) dan untuk metode full (document = 79, citatons = 456 dan strength link = 50), negara yang menempati rangking 1 dipegang oleh United State of America.
UPAYA MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR DRIBBLING SISWA DALAM PERMAINAN SEPAK BOLA MELALUI VARIASI PEMBELAJARAN PADA SISWA SMA N 07 BENGKULU UTARA
Authors: Saputra Irawan , Martiani Martiani , Mesterjon Mesterjon
Published: March 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui keterampilan Dribbling dalam permainan sepakbola melalui variasi pembelajaran di SMA N 07 Bengkulu Utara. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas. Dengan jumlah sampel 25 orang siswa, teknik pengambilan sampel dengan menggunakan tes Dribbling. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan persentase frekuensi. Adapun hasil penelitian yang diproleh adalah pada siklus I jumlah siswa mendapatkan nilai >75 sebanyak 7 siswa pada siklus II siswa yang mendapat nilai >75 sebanyak 25 siswa. Disimpulkan bahwa variasi pembelajaran mempengaruhi nilai Dribbling dalam permainan sepakbola siswa kelas XI IPA SMA N 07 Bengkulu Utara.
Model Evaluasi CIPP dalam Mengevaluasi Program Kesetaraan Paket C di PKBM Istiqomah
Authors: Salsabila Al Fitrah , Khalmayra Assyifa , Bagaskara Evan , Nabila Hanna , Tazkiyatunnufus Mala
Published: March 2024

Abstract: CIPP stands for context, input, process and product. This evaluation model aims to improve the program. The CIPP evaluation model in its implementation is more widely used by evaluators, this is because this evaluation model is more comprehensive when compared to other evaluation models. The program evaluation used to evaluate the package c equivalency programs at pkbm istiqomah is the cipp model because it is easier to measure the efficiency of the ongoing program, and measure the success rate and shortcomings of an ongoing program. To see the success and achievement of a program based on product evaluation (results), the Package C equivalency education program can be said to be good if there is a fairly good quality improvement in students and the percentage of student graduation reaches 100%.Key Words: Evaluation, Cipp Evaluation, Equality ProgramAbstrak: CIPP merupakan singkatan dari context, input, process dan product. Evaluasi model ini memiliki tujuan untuk memperbaiki program. Orientasi dari evaluasi ini adalah sebagai bahan pertimbangan untuk membuat keputusan dari decicion maker (pemegang keputusan). Model evaluasi CIPP dalam pelaksanaannya lebih banyak digunakan oleh para evaluator, hal ini dikarenakan model evaluasi ini lebih komprehensif jika dibandingkan dengan model evaluasi lainnya. Evaluasi program yang digunakan untuk mengevealuasi program-progam kesetaraan paket C pada PKBM Istiqomah adalah model CIPP karena lebih mudah untuk mengukur keefisienan dari program yang berlangsung, dan mengukur tingkat keberhasilan serta kekurangan dari suatu program yang berjalan. Untuk melihat keberhasilan dan tercapai nya suatu program tersebut Berdasarkan evaluasi product (hasil), program pendidikan kesetaraan Paket C dapat dikatakan sudah baik apabila adanya peningkatan kualitas yang cukup baik pada peserta didik dan persentase kelulusan peserta didik mencapai 100%.Kata Kunci: Evaluasi, Evaluasi CIPP, Program Kesetaraan
Evaluasi Bebas Tujuan Dalam Program Pelatihan Menjahit di LPK Anita Kota Serang
Authors: Putri M. Fira Rama , Nugroho Helga Raisa , Thalia Putri , Anzelika Riski , Azahra Siti Rahmah
Published: March 2024

Abstract: A goal-free evaluation at LPK Anita Serang City focuses on unexpected results in sewing training program. This evaluation model does not look at what the main goal is achieved in this sewing training, but focused on evaluating the impact of the program training, both expected and unexpected but occur. Through qualitative approach and in-depth interviews with instructors and LPK owners This Anita. The evaluation results show the success of the participants after participating in the training sewing, satisfaction level of trainees and recommendations for improvement the quality of future training programs. This program provides additional benefits such as increasing participants' knowledge, skills, sewing aesthetics and creativity. Conclusion this supports the effectiveness of goal-free evaluation in identifying more benefits extent of the training programKey Words: Goal-free evaluation, LPK Anita Serang CityAbstrak: Evaluasi bebas tujuan di LPK Anita Kota Serang berfokus pada hasil yang tidak terduga pada program pelatihan menjahit. Model evaluasi ini tidak melihat apa tujuan utama yang ingin dicapai dalam pelatihan menjahit ini, tetapi fokus mengevaluasi pengaruh dari program pelatihan baik yang diharapkan maupun yang tidak diharapkan namun terjadi. Melalui pendekatan kualitatif dan wawancara mendalam dengan instruktur sekaligus pemilik LPK Anita ini. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan keberhasilan peserta setelah mengikuti pelatihan menjahit, tingkat kepuasan peserta pelatihan dan rekomendasi perbaikan untuk meningkatkan kualitas program pelatihan di masa depan. Program ini memberikan manfaat tambahan seperti peningkatan pengetahuan, keterampilan, estetika menjahit dan kreativitas peserta. Kesimpulan ini mendukung efektivitas evaluasi bebas tujuan dalam mengidentifikasi manfaat yang lebih luas dari program pelatihan.Kata Kunci: Evaluasi bebas tujuan, LPK Anita Kota Serang
Implementasi Konsep Ing Ngarso Sung Talado, Ing Madya Mangun Karsa, Tut Wuri Handayani Dalam Perspektif Kepemimpinan Kepala Sekolah
Authors: Pribadi Reksa Adya , Mutakarikah Mutakarikah , Putra I. Achmad Firmansyah , Nurhazizah Nurhazizah
Published: March 2024

Abstract: This research is motivated by the leadership figure of the school principal in implementing the educational trilogy concept coined by Ki Hadjar Dewantara. The aim of this research is to determine the implementation of the principal education trilogy concept at SDN Cipocok Jaya 4. This research uses qualitative methods with data descriptions in the form of written word descriptions. The data collection technique used was through interviews and observation, where the subjects in this research were principals and teachers at SDN Cipocok Jaya 4. The results obtained in this study showed that the leadership carried out by the principal of SDN Cipocok Jaya 4 applied the concept of trilogy education initiated by Ki Hadjar Dewantara.Key Words: Ladership, principal, education trilogy.Abstrak: Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh bagaimana sosok kepemimpinan kepala sekolah dalam mengimplementasikan konsep trilogi pendidikan yang dicetuskan oleh Ki Hadjar Dewantara.  Dimana tujuan dari penelitian ini  untuk mengetahui pengimplementasian konsep trilogi pendidikan kepala sekolah di SDN Cipocok Jaya 4. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan penjabaran data berupa deskripsi kata-kata tertulis. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan yakni melalui wawancara dan observasi, dimana subjek dalam penelitian ini dilakukan pada kepala sekolah dan guru di SDN Cipocok Jaya 4. Hasil yang didapatkan dalam penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa dalam kepemimpinan yang dilakukan oleh kepala sekolah SDN Cipocok Jaya 4 menerapkan konsep trilogi pendidikan yang dicetuskan oleh Ki Hadjar Dewantara. Kata Kunci: Kepemimpinan, kepala sekolah, trilogi pendidikan
Evaluasi Model CIPP Dalam Program Pendidikan Kesetaraan Paket B di PKBM Abdi Pertiwi
Authors: Putri P. Christina Pricilia , Dwiwanda Nabila Putri , Rarameha Rambu Mutiara
Published: March 2024

Abstract: This study aims to describe the level of effectiveness of the implementation of the B equivalency package education program at PKBM Abdi Pertiwi by using the CIPP (context, input, process, product) evaluation model. This study is an evaluative research that applies the CIPP evaluation model as an approach. Techniques and data collection of this study used interviews and direct observation methods. The sampling technique used Non-probability sampling technique. From the results of the study, it can be seen that the level of effectiveness of the context, input, process, and product components is considered very effective in accordance with the established criteria. The input aspect of the package B equivalency education program at PKBM Abdi Pertiwi is in the category of good enough to see from the selection of tutors who are not too strict and rigid. While looking at the Process aspect, it is in the very good category, it can be seen from the learning schedule which is determined by agreement between tutors and students. It can be concluded that the effectiveness of the CIPP Model Evaluation in the Package B Equivalency Education Program at PKBM Abdi Pertiwi is considered very effective.Key Words: Evaluation, Program, CIPP Model, Equality Education, PKBMAbstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan tingkat keefektifan pelaksanaan program pendidikan paket kesetaraan B di PKBM Abdi Pertiwi dengan menggunakan evaluasi model CIPP (context, input, process, product). Studi ini merupakan penelitian evaluatif yang menerapkan model evaluasi CIPP sebagai pendekatan. Teknik dan pengumpulan data penelitian ini menggunakan metode wawancara dan observasi langsung. Teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan teknik Non-probability sampling. Dari hasil penelitian, terlihat bahwa tingkat efektivitas komponen konteks, input, proses, dan produk dinilai sangat efektif sesuai dengan kriteria yang ditetapkan. Adapun aspek Input program pendidikan kesetaraan paket B di PKBM Abdi Pertiwi masuk dalam kategori cukup baik melihat dari penyeleksian tutor yang tidak terlalu ketat dan kaku. Sedangkan melihat dari aspek Proses nya masuk dalam kategori sangat baik dapat dilihat dari jadwal pembelajarannya yang ditetapkan melalui kesepakatan antara tutor dan peserta didik. Dapat disimpulkan efektivitas Evaluasi Model CIPP dalam Program Pendidikan Kesetaraan Paket B di PKBM Abdi Pertiwi dinilai sangat efektif.Kata Kunci: Evaluasi, Model CIPP, Pendidikan Kesetaraan, PKBM, Program.
Mavera Dergisinde Din ve Toplum
Authors: Baltacı Yusuf Emre
Published: March 2024

Edebiyat dergileri toplumsal hayatın içinden gelen oluşumlar olduğundan yayımlandığı yılların fotoğrafını çekmektedir. Mavera dergisi yayın hayatını sürdürdüğü 16 sene boyunca toplumun gündemini kendi gündemi haline getirmiş ve topluma ayna olmuştur. Dergi kendisini, “Muhafazakar Fikir ve Edebiyat Dergisi” olarak tanımladığından, hem dini ögeleri içerisinde ihtiva etmiş hem de bu perspektifte toplumsal değişimi ele almıştır. Bu çalışmanın amacı ise derginin, dini hangi yaklaşımdan değerlendirdiğini, nasıl ele aldığını, toplumsal değişimin halihazırda nasıl olduğunu ve nasıl olması gerektiğini ortaya koymak olmuştur. Derginin tüm sayıları taranarak elde edilen dinî veriler, ibadet esasları, inanç esasları altında toplanmıştır. Bakış açılarının tespit edildiği veriler, tasavvuf, ümmetçilik, dini edebiyat ve zihniyet başlıkları altında toplanmıştır. Son olarak topluma dair görüşleri ise sosyal değişim ve modernleşme başlıkları altında toplanmıştır.
ETHNOBOTANICAL STUDY OF MEDICINAL PLANTS IN AĞRI PROVINCE, TÜRKİYE: EXPLORING TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL
Authors: Muca Yiğit Belkıs , GÖZCÜ Sefa
Published: March 2024

Objective: This study was conducted to systematically document the use of plants, plant parts and preparation methods used by people in eight districts and sixty villages in Ağrı province.
Material and Method: The medicinal plant species employed by the indigenous population for therapeutic purposes were systematically gathered and identified. Comprehensive data on traditionally utilized information were compiled, and herbarium materials were prepared. These materials have been deposited at the Iğdır National Wild Life Museum (INWM), affiliated with Iğdır University.
Result and Discussion: This research identified a total of 58 taxa of medicinal plants belonging to 31 families. Among these, 50 species were found to grow naturally, while 8 species were cultivated. The predominant plant families included Asteraceae (8), Apiaceae (4), Lamiaceae (4), and Rosaceae (4). Infusion emerged as the most widely employed preparation method. The practice of traditional medicine remained prevalent among the population in Ağrı. Nevertheless, with the increasing availability of health services in the region, herbal medicine appeared to be more closely associated with healthcare and illness prevention than with curative purposes. The influx of new immigrants also contributed to the erosion of traditional knowledge. Notably, there is a discernible decline in traditional knowledge regarding the use of medicinal plants, both among younger generations and due to migration. Furthermore, this research serves as a foundational resource for prospective scientific inquiries aimed at the development of novel commercial drugs derived from plant sources.
How Qualified is The Company’s Earning Quality: a Study of The 100 Most Liquid Indonesian Companies
Authors: Widjaja Stefanie Evetania , Diana Patricia
Published: March 2024

Investor behavior can be reflected in the market price. Market price movement have strong correlation with market perspective about company earnings. Market does not always positively react to high earnings information, but should be high quality of earnings. High quality earnings can reflect the company's actual financial condition, which useful for investment decision making for investors, and determine business strategies for companies. The aim of this study is to obtain empirical evidence regarding the effect of earnings persistence, liquidity, growth opportunity, profitability, and capital structure toward earnings quality. The objects in this study are companies included in the Kompas100 Index, index that ranks 100 companies with the highest liquidity, consecutively during 2018-2020. Secondary data used was obtaining from financial reports and analyzed using multiple linear regression equations. This research found that companies which can generate profit from their main operation, not from foreign exchange or other income supposed to be companies with high quality earnings. Moreover, business strategic that such as market expansion, differentiation even though in the early stage judge can improve quality of earnings.
Companies Determinants Of Income Smoothing: Empirical Study Of Property, Real Estate, And Building Construction Sectors Before And In The Time Of Covid 19
Authors: Olivia Olivia , Suryaningsih Rosita
Published: March 2024

This research aims to obtain empirical evidence regarding the effect of financial leverage, profitability, cash holding, and firm value towards income smoothing. Income smoothing is a company’s effort to make earnings less volatile significantly. Stable earnings can be used as a basis for decision-making by stakeholders, while for the company itself, it’s useful for maintaining business continuity and management performance. The object of this research is all companies in the property, real estate, and building construction sector listed on Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2016-2021 period. Research samples were taken using a purposive sampling method. Secondary data was used in the form of financial reports and stock price information to be tested using the multiple linear regression method. The results of this research are (1) financial leverage has no effect towards income smoothing, (2) profitability has a significant negative effect towards income smoothing, (3) cash holding has no negative effect towards income smoothing, (4) firm value has a significant positive effect towards income smoothing. Financial leverage, profitability, cash holding, and firm value simultaneously have a significant effect towards income smoothing
Bozma Kararından Sonra Islaha İlişkin Yargıtay ve Anayasa Mahkemesi Kararları ile 7251 Sayılı Kanunla HMK'da Yapılan Değişiklik Çerçevesinde İstinafta Islah ve Talep Sonucunun Artırılması Sorunu
Authors: Akkaya Tolga
Published: March 2024

7251 sayılı Kanunla HMK m. 177’ye eklenen ikinci fıkrayla, kanun yolu incelemesinden sonra dosyanın tekrar ilk derece mahkemesine gönderilmesi halinde ıslaha izin veren yeni bir düzenleme yapılmıştır. Buna göre, temyiz incelemesi sonucunda Yargıtay’ın bozma kararından veya istinaf incelemesi sonucunda bölge adliye mahkemesinin kaldırma kararından sonra dosya ilk derece mahkemesine gönderildiğinde, tahkikata ilişkin bir işlem yapılması hâlinde tahkikat sona erinceye kadar da ıslah yapılabilir. Bu düzenleme uyarınca Yargıtay’ın bozmadan sonra ıslah yapılamayacağına ilişkin içtihadı birleştirme kararının etkisi sona ermiştir. Konuya ilişkin bir başka güncel gelişme ise Anayasa Mahkemesi’nin bireysel başvuru dosyasında, ıslah talebinin tahkikata devam edilmesine rağmen bozma kararından sonra ıslah yapılamayacağı gerekçesiyle reddedilmesi nedeniyle mahkemeye erişim hakkının ihlal edildiği iddialarına ilişkin olarak hak ihlali kararı vermiş olmasıdır. Bu çalışmada, mevzuatta ve uygulamada güncel gelişmeler dikkate alınarak, bozma kararından sonra dosyanın tahkikat yapılmak üzere bölge adliye mahkemesine gönderilmesi veya ilk derece mahkemesi kararının istinaf edilmesi üzerine, dosyanın bölge adliye mahkemesinin elinde olması halinde ıslaha izin verilmesinin mümkün olup olmadığı konusu incelenmiştir. Ayrıca olması gereken hukuk bakımından ıslaha gerek olmaksızın talep sonucunun artırılmasına izin verilmesinin mümkün olup olmadığı tartışılmıştır.

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Development of Hypoglycemia Management Scale for Teachers
Authors: Çövener Özçelik Çağrı , Aktaş Rabia Nur , Baş Amine Sultan , Çağlayan Filiz
Published: March 2024

Objective: Hypoglycemia which is an acute complication of diabetes is an absolutely serious and may possibly develop at any moment. Each of the schools do not have a nurse to intervene in emergency. Thus, the responsibility for such emergency situations put on the shoulders of teachers. The objective of this research was to develop and test the psychometric properties of Hypoglycaemia Management Scale for Teachers.

Methods: It was a scale development study with a methodological design. 400 teachers of primary, secondary and high schools were included in the study. The item pool was 30. The scale was presented to 5 of the experts and after the content validity the draft scale was 31 items. Data collected between the dates 6th Feb to 11th March 2020. Teachers filled the data collection tools by themselves. Factor analyses, item-total correlation, split-half reliability, test-retest reliability was tested for psychometric properties.

Results: The scale had 11 items and 2 subscales named “Hypoglycemia Knowledge” included some hypoglycemia-related expressions and “Hypoglycemia Management” included some expressions related with the practices to be followed in hypoglycemia situations.

Conclusion: A reliable and valid scale was developed to measure hypoglycemia management of teachers. It may be used in practice to assess hypoglycemia management of teachers in school setting.
Estratégias para o desenvolvimento da autonomia do aluno de lí­ngua inglesa
Authors: Schuindt Elisangela Lima de Carvalho , Burgeile Odete , Santos Gisele Caroline Nascimento dos
Published: March 2024

Objetiva-se com o presente trabalho elencar possí­veis estratégias didático-pedagógicas facilitadoras para o desenvolvimento da autonomia de alunos na aprendizagem de lí­ngua inglesa. Para tanto, efetuou-se uma pesquisa qualitativa via questionário (LOWES E TARGET, 1998) e observação participante sobre o papel da metacognição no processo da aprendizagem autônoma. Os sujeitos participantes da pesquisa foram alunos de um curso livre de idiomas, o PBF Inglês e Espanholem Porto Velho - Rondônia. Como teóricos de referência para a análise das possí­veis estratégias que possibilitem o desenvolvimento da autonomia do aluno de lí­ngua inglesa priorizou-se O'Malley e Chamot (1990); Holec (1981); Miccoli (2010); Paiva (2009). O presente trabalho, entretanto, enfatiza a estratégia metacognitiva (OXFORD, 1990) também denominada estratégia orientadora (guidinghand) por direcionarem o processo de aprendizagem, o que justifica tal opção. A análise dos dados coletados demonstra que a aquisição da aprendizagem, associada à reflexão da maneira como se aprende, revela-se como ferramenta significativa para descoberta de habilidades e estratégias que contribuem, ou não, para o desenvolvimento da autonomia na aprendizagem. Todavia, salienta-se que apenas a reflexão sobre o próprio processo de aprendizagem não é estratégia suficiente para formar alunos autônomos. É necessário que o docente tenha clareza quanto à direção que dará ao processo. Ressalta-se que os dados apontam atividades que poderiam ser utilizadas tanto em sala de aula como fora dela, com vistas à aprendizagem autônoma. Delineia-se, como pesquisa, possí­veis recursos estratégicos que proporcionam aos alunos o desenvolvimento da autonomia, que envolve mudanças na maneira pela qual o professor e aluno pensam/constroem continuamente o ensino-aprendizagem. Dessa forma, o professor torna-se um agente de oportunidades para que o aluno possa refletir, negociar e tomar decisões favoráveis ao seu crescimento.
Morphology and transverse alignment of the patella have no effect on knee gait characteristics in healthy Chinese adults over the age of 40 years
Authors: Wang Zhengming , Lu Jiehang , Ge Haiya , Li Zhengyan , Zhang Min , Pan Fuwei , Wang Rui , Jin Hengkai , Yang Guangyue , Shen Zhibi , Du Guoqing , Zhan Hongsheng
Published: March 2024

Background: The influence of patella morphology and horizontal alignment on knee joint kinematics and kinetics remains uncertain. This study aimed to assess patella morphology and transverse alignment in relation to knee kinetics and kinematics in individuals without knee conditions. A secondary objective was to investigate the impact of femur and tibia alignment and shape on knee gait within this population.

Patients and methods: We conducted a prospective collection of data, including full-leg anteroposterior and skyline X-ray views and three-dimensional gait data, from a cohort comprising 54 healthy individuals aged 40 years and older. Our study involved correlation and logistic regression analyses to examine the influence of patella, femur, and tibia morphology and alignment on knee gait.

Results: The patellar tilt angle or the patella index did not show any significant relationships with different aspects of gait in the knee joint, such as velocity, angle, or moment (p > 0.05, respectively). Using multivariate logistic regression analysis, we found that the tibiofemoral angle and the Q angle both had a significant effect on the adduction angle (OR = 1.330, 95%CI 1.033–1.711, p = 0.027; OR = 0.475, 95%CI 0.285–0.792, p = 0.04; respectively). The primary variable influencing the knee adduction moment was the tibiofemoral angle (OR = 1.526, 95% CI 1.125–2.069, p = 0.007).

Conclusion: In healthy Chinese individuals aged over 40, patella morphology and transverse alignment do not impact knee gait. However, the femoral-tibial angle has a big impact on the knee adduction moment.
Simulation and analysis of chest loads on crews during Lunar-Earth re-entry returns
Authors: Wang Jiatao , Peng Zhiyong , Yao Yongjie , Zhou Qianxiang , Guo Pan
Published: March 2024

The safety of crews is the primary concern in the manned lunar landing project, particularly during re-entry as the manned spacecraft returns from a direct Lunar-Earth trajectory. This paper analyzed the crew’s chest biomechanical response to assess potential injuries caused by acceleration loads during the re-entry phase. Initially, a sophisticated finite element model of the chest was constructed, whose effectiveness was verified by experiments involving vertebral range of motion, rib lateral rupture, and chest frontal impact. The model was then subjected to the return re-entry loads simulating the Apollo and Chang’e 5 T1 (CE-5T1) test returner to specifically analyze the correlation between the acceleration load and the injury of the crew’s chest tissues and organs. The results indicate that the biomechanical response of crew chest bone tissue under the two return missions is within the threshold value and will not directly cause damage. Compared to the Apollo mission, the CE-5T1 mission’s load poses a higher risk to internal organs. These findings can enhance the crew’s safety and provide reliable assurance for future space exploration.
Regulation of ferroptosis by PI3K/Akt signaling pathway: a promising therapeutic axis in cancer
Authors: Su Hua , Peng Chao , Liu Yang
Published: March 2024

The global challenge posed by cancer, marked by rising incidence and mortality rates, underscores the urgency for innovative therapeutic approaches. The PI3K/Akt signaling pathway, frequently amplified in various cancers, is central in regulating essential cellular processes. Its dysregulation, often stemming from genetic mutations, significantly contributes to cancer initiation, progression, and resistance to therapy. Concurrently, ferroptosis, a recently discovered form of regulated cell death characterized by iron-dependent processes and lipid reactive oxygen species buildup, holds implications for diseases, including cancer. Exploring the interplay between the dysregulated PI3K/Akt pathway and ferroptosis unveils potential insights into the molecular mechanisms driving or inhibiting ferroptotic processes in cancer cells. Evidence suggests that inhibiting the PI3K/Akt pathway may sensitize cancer cells to ferroptosis induction, offering a promising strategy to overcome drug resistance. This review aims to provide a comprehensive exploration of this interplay, shedding light on the potential for disrupting the PI3K/Akt pathway to enhance ferroptosis as an alternative route for inducing cell death and improving cancer treatment outcomes.
Optimizing callus induction and indirect organogenesis in non-dormant corm explants of Gloriosa superba (L.) via media priming
Authors: Mosoh Dexter Achu , Khandel Ashok Kumar , Verma Sandeep Kumar , Vendrame Wagner A.
Published: March 2024

Introduction

Gloriosa superba L. is an endangered ornamental plant of significant medicinal, commercial, and cultural value. This study establishes an efficient protocol for rapid in vitro propagation of this plant species through callus-mediated organogenesis using non-dormant corm explants.

Methods

Plant tissue culture techniques were employed to facilitate the in vitro regeneration process of Gloriosa superba L. This encompassed various stages, including the acquisition of plant material, surface sterilization, formulation of growth media, and the execution of callogenesis, shooting, rooting, and acclimatization experiments.

Results and Discussion

Investigation into the impact of plant growth regulators on callogenesis unveiled diverse callus morphologies, dependent on regulator type and concentration, with the NAA and KN combination emerging as the most effective for callus induction. Specifically, the callus induction medium supplemented with 1.5 mg L−1 NAA, 0.5 mg L−1 KN, and 10 mg L−1 casein hydrolysate (CH) achieved remarkable results, boasting an 81.25% callus induction rate and a substantial callus biomass fresh weight of 333 mg. Furthermore, the combination of BAP and NAA facilitated optimal shoot primordia induction and shooting in callus derived from non-dormant corm explants. The shoot induction medium, enriched with 2.0 mg L−1 BAP, 0.5 mg L−1 NAA, 5 mg L−1 CH, and 20% (v/v) coconut water (CW), resulted in an impressive 83.33% shoot primordia formation rate and an average of 6.86 shoot primordia per callus. For root induction, the medium supplemented with 1.0 mg L−1 IBA displayed a high root induction rate of 81.25% and robust rooting (+++). Successful acclimatization of in vitro plantlets in controlled environments and shade net houses culminated in thriving growth, and upon transplantation into a garden soil blend (garden soil : sand : vermiculite, 2:1:1, v/v), with direct sunlight exposure, the plantlets demonstrated commendable development and form, boasting a 69% survival rate at the seven-week mark. These findings offer a robust foundation for scalable and sustainable propagation strategies, ensuring the conservation and utilization of this valuable species.