bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Redundant Cortical Code for Speech Envelope
Authors: Penikis Kristina B. , Sanes Dan H.
Published: November 2022

Animal communication sounds exhibit complex temporal structure because of the amplitude fluctuations that comprise the sound envelope. In human speech, envelope modulations drive synchronized activity in auditory cortex (AC), which correlates strongly with comprehension (Giraud and Poeppel, 2012; Peelle and Davis, 2012; Haegens and Zion Golumbic, 2018). Studies of envelope coding in single neurons, performed in nonhuman animals, have focused on periodic amplitude modulation (AM) stimuli and use response metrics that are not easy to juxtapose with data from humans. In this study, we sought to bridge these fields. Specifically, we looked directly at the temporal relationship between stimulus envelope and spiking, and we assessed whether the apparent diversity across neurons' AM responses contributes to the population representation of speech-like sound envelopes. We gathered responses from single neurons to vocoded speech stimuli and compared them to sinusoidal AM responses in auditory cortex (AC) of alert, freely moving Mongolian gerbils of both sexes. While AC neurons displayed heterogeneous tuning to AM rate, their temporal dynamics were stereotyped. Preferred response phases accumulated near the onsets of sinusoidal AM periods for slower rates (<8 Hz), and an over-representation of amplitude edges was apparent in population responses to both sinusoidal AM and vocoded speech envelopes. Crucially, this encoding bias imparted a decoding benefit: a classifier could discriminate vocoded speech stimuli using summed population activity, while higher frequency modulations required a more sophisticated decoder that tracked spiking responses from individual cells. Together, our results imply that the envelope structure relevant to parsing an acoustic stream could be read-out from a distributed, redundant population code.

SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENTAnimal communication sounds have rich temporal structure and are often produced in extended sequences, including the syllabic structure of human speech. Although the auditory cortex (AC) is known to play a crucial role in representing speech syllables, the contribution of individual neurons remains uncertain. Here, we characterized the representations of both simple, amplitude-modulated sounds and complex, speech-like stimuli within a broad population of cortical neurons, and we found an overrepresentation of amplitude edges. Thus, a phasic, redundant code in auditory cortex can provide a mechanistic explanation for segmenting acoustic streams like human speech.
A QUALITATIVE STUDY ABOUT INTERNATIONALIZATION OF TURKISH TEXTILE & CLOTHING INDUSTRIES
Authors: DIVRIK BAHAR , BAYKAL ELIF
Published: November 2022

The national textile and clothing industries do not operate in isolation anymore; they are significant parts of one global sector which serve to the whole world. The Turkish textile and clothing industries are mainly export oriented and like other developing industries, they have an important role in the internationalization of the Turkish economy with their contribution to GDP, trade and employment. This article reviews the major developments that shaped the internationalization process of Turkish textile & clothing industries. Findings from semi-structured case studies with 14 Turkish textile and clothing industries tries to highlight the changes occurring currently in the industries. The qualitative data obtained from our research gives deep and detailed understanding of the Turkish textile and clothing industries.
A Least Expected Ally?
Authors: Torres-Adán Ángel , Gentile Michael
Published: November 2022

Thirty years after the collapse of the Soviet Union, some historical legacies of the communist system still influence individual political attitudes. This article explores how historical legacies influence individual political and geopolitical preferences in three Ukrainian cities. We focus on the effects of parental and individual CPSU membership over individual support for EU/NATO membership, on perceptions of the Soviet period for Ukraine, and on the perceived legitimacy of the 11 May 2014 “Donetsk People’s Republic” independence referendum. Using survey data collected in Dnipro and Kharkiv in 2018, and in Mariupol in 2020, we show that (individual or parental) CPSU affiliation is positively correlated with pro-Western attitudes, indicating that many former members of the CPSU and their descendants have reoriented their geopolitical allegiances from East to West. Or, alternatively, that they are relatively politically adaptive and that their allegiance to communism wasn’t fully solid in the first place.
Trainer's Motivation to Follow the National Level 1 Physical Coach Training in Stok Bina Guna
Authors: Syaleh Muhammad , Winata Devi Catur , ,M.Or Mawardinur , Keliat Pedo Manta , Nugroho Agung
Published: November 2022

This research is quantitative descriptive. The method used in this research is a survey method. The instrument used is a questionnaire. The instrument that has been arranged is consulted with the expert, then the validity test is carried out with the results that 12 items fall out of 56 items in the questionnaire statement so that there are 44 statement items and the reliability is 0.936. The population in this study were coaches of all sports a total of 47 people. The data analysis technique used is descriptive analysis with percentages. The results showed that the motivation of the trainers to take part in the national level 1 physical training at STOK Bina Guna was in the category of 8.5% having very low motivation to take part in the national level 1 physical training, 8.5% having low motivation.
Complete pathological response following chemotherapy and radiotherapy in two cases of advanced anaplastic thyroid carcinoma
Authors: Chevalier Benjamin , Karleskind Oriane , Jannin Arnaud , Farchi Olivier , Vermaut Catherine , Escande Alexandre , Baillet Clio , Espiard Stéphanie , Vantyghem Marie-Christine , Carnaille Bruno , Leteurtre Emmanuelle , Do Cao Christine
Published: November 2022

Introduction

Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma (ATC) is the most aggressive form of thyroid cancer with a bleak prognosis. Favorable outcomes are rare but help decipher molecular pathophysiology, investigate prognosis factors, and discover new therapeutic targets.

Case presentation

Two patients were diagnosed with locally advanced nonresectable ATC, one with metastatic extension. Each patient received chemotherapy and radiotherapy, allowing thyroid surgical resection. In both cases, the pathological examination was consistent with complete response with no viable tumor cells. After follow-ups of 48 and 70 months, both patients remain disease-free. Molecular explorations on thyroid biopsies revealed microsatellite instability (MSI) and alterations on mismatch repair–gene complex, also PTEN and ATM variants in both cases. Both also presented with non-classical immune infiltrate composed of equal parts T CD4+ lymphocytes and macrophages.

Conclusion

We report two cases of patients cured from advanced ATC and for the first time provide genetic and immunological explorations in this setting. It seems with these two cases that MSI-ATCs may indicate a better prognosis. Our study hypothesizes different responsible mechanisms including increased sensitivity to chemoradiotherapy and/or immune tumor infiltrate modulation.
Preparation and characterization of high-purity cellulose nanocrystals films by the composite enzymolysis of cotton pulp fibers
Authors: Zhang Yandi , Chen Xiaoquan , Shen Wenhao
Published: November 2022

Using cotton pulp fibers as raw material, through composite enzymolysis and purification, two different forms of high-purity cellulose nanocrystals were obtained, namely spherical CNCs (SCNCs) and rod-like CNCs (RCNCs). Vacuum filtration was used to obtain pure SCNCs film and pure RCNCs film. The films were characterized by scanning electron microscopy, ultraviolet–visible spectrometry, and X-ray diffraction and tested for their mechanical properties. The films were shown to have good light transmittance and softness, and the structures were unchanged compared with the cellulose raw materials. This article mainly introduces the preparation process of high-purity cellulose nanocrystals films and provides data support for subsequent research.
Dissolution and reaction catalysis strategy using alkaline solvent for mild fabrication of chitin composite hydrogel for dye adsorption
Authors: Chen Xiaoyu , Mao Zhen
Published: November 2022

As the most abundant natural amino polysaccharide, chitin remains among the least exploited polymers due to its poor solubility, which restricts its research and utilization. In this study, a new chitin composite hydrogel was prepared by a mild process at 25 °C within a short time. To enhance the adsorption capacity, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose and attapulgite were introduced into the structure of a hydrogel by chemical reaction and physical interaction, respectively. Alkaline solution was used as a solvent to dissolve chitin and used as a catalyst to accelerate the cross-linking reaction between chitin and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose. This solvent (8 wt% NaOH/6 wt% urea solution) has dual functions: to dissolve chitin and to accelerate the cross-linking reaction of chitin with carboxymethyl cellulose by epichlorohydrin. The cross-linking reaction occurred at room temperature (25 °C) within a short time (4 h). Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) indicated that chitin and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose has been successfully cross-linked. X-ray diffraction results showed that the cross-linked structure was amorphous and that attapulgite kept its crystal structure in the hydrogel. Scanning electron microscopy showed the coarse surface of composite hydrogel with attapulgite. The adsorption capacity for methylene blue reached 167 mg g-1.
Model Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab Berbasis Kebutuhan Mahasantri Pesantren Mahasiswa
Authors: Alawiyah N. Lalah , Muttaqin Zainal , Taqi Anas Zein
Published: November 2022

This study aims to describe 1) students' perceptions of the purpose of learning Arabic in terms of its relevance to their learning needs; 2) female students' perceptions of Arabic teaching materials; 3) language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) which are priorities and student required;; and 4) Evaluation of the desired learning. To achieve this goal, the research approach that is considered relevant in this research is a qualitative approach with a case study approach. Data were collected through questionnaires and interviews. The research results obtained are: 1) The objectives to be achieved by students are the ability to read and understand lecture material sourced from Arabic books. 2) The subject matter desired by students is related to listening, speaking, and reading skills, and relates to linguistic elements consisting of sounds, vocabulary (mufradat) word forms, and sentence structures that suit the needs (tanzhim psychology). 3) Taking into account the objectives and material above, various eclectic methods can be used with an emphasis on the touchable grammar method (thariqah qawa'id wa tarjamah) and the reading method. To practice speaking skills in communicating Arabic, the sam'iyyah syafawiyah method can be used. 4) Evaluation must be carried out programmatically using various tools, especially tests, both oral and written. This test can be objective or subjective.
Improving Duration of Antibiotics for Skin and Soft-tissue Infections in Pediatric Urgent Cares
Authors: Hamner Megan , Nedved Amanda , Austin Holly , Wyly Donna , Burns Alaina , Berg Kathleen , Lee Brian , El Feghaly Rana E.
Published: November 2022

Background and Objectives

National guidelines recommend a 5- to 7-day course of antibiotics for most skin and soft-tissue infections (SSTIs). Our aim was to increase the percentage of pediatric patients receiving 5 to 7 days of oral antibiotics for SSTIs in our pediatric urgent care clinics (UCCs) from 60% to 75% by December 31, 2021.

Methods

We performed cause-and-effect analysis and surveyed UCC providers to uncover reasons for hesitation with short antibiotic courses for SSTIs. Plan- Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle 1 provided an update on current guidelines for UCC providers and addressed providers’ concerns. PDSA cycle 2 modified the electronic health record to display antimicrobial prescription sentences from shortest to longest duration. PDSA cycle 3 provided project outcome and balancing measure updates to UCC providers at regular intervals. We created a monthly report of patients 90 days and older in UCCs with a final diagnosis of SSTIs. We used a Shewhart control chart to identify special cause variations.

Results

After completing our PDSA cycles, we found that the percentage of children receiving 5 to 7 days of oral antibiotics for SSTIs exceeded 85%. The improvement was sustained over multiple months. There was no increase in the proportion of patients returning to the UCCs with an SSTI diagnosis within 14 days.

Conclusions

By addressing primary drivers uncovered through quality improvement methodology, we shortened the antibiotic course for children seen in our UCCs with SSTIs. Outpatient antimicrobial stewardship programs may apply similar methods to other diagnoses to further improve duration of antibiotic prescriptions.
Alojamiento de gallinas ponedoras con acceso a pastoreo, consideraciones generales.
Authors: Chavarría-Zamora Sianny , WingChing-Jones Rodolfo
Published: November 2022

Los cuestionamientos de los consumidores en torno al bienestar animal han impulsado que los productores de huevo incursionen en sistemas alternativos. El objetivo de esta revisión fue describir las prácticas de alimentación y el bienestar animal de gallinas ponedoras en sistemas con acceso a pastoreo, así como el manejo forrajero y los costos de producción. Se consultaron 87 artículos científicos en bases de datos que se clasificaron en alimentación, comportamiento, características del área de pastoreo, bienestar animal y costos. Un sistema con acceso a pastoreo cuenta con un área externa al galpón cubierta de vegetación en la que las aves pueden estar durante al menos 6 h diarias durante todo el año, si las condiciones climáticas lo permiten. Estos sistemas tienen la necesidad de controlar y manejar las condiciones ambientales, las áreas de pastoreo, el bienestar animal, la sanidad de las aves y los costos de operación. La alimentación alcanza hasta 41% de los gastos, por lo que los productores desean sustituir parte de este con forrajes; con el agravante de que un exceso de forraje causa malnutrición, lo que afecta el bienestar animal y el rendimiento productivo de las mismas. Es fundamental que los empresarios de sistemas de producción de huevo con acceso a pastoreo conozcan el manejo adecuado de las aves y pasturas, con el fin de gestionar el sistema para garantizar la buena nutrición, la manifestación de comportamientos propios de la especie y la ausencia de estrés, miedo, dolor y enfermedad.
Katotohanang Panlipunan Sa Mga Piling Maikling Kuwentong Pilipino Ni Vicente Sotto, Sr.: Isang Pamaksang Pagsusuri
Authors: Arbasto Maria Luisa L.
Published: November 2022

Ang tao ay napaliligiran ng sining at ang buhay mismo ng tao ay isang sining. Ang panitikan bilang isang piyesa ng sining ay paggaya ng buhay; ang paggayang ito ay hinubog sa karunungan ng tagapaglikha kaya ito ay maaaring dumaan sa panunuring pampanitikan. Nilalayon ng pag-aaral na ito ang masuri nang papaksa ang katotohanang panlipunang nakapaloob sa mga piling maikling kuwentong Pilipino na sinulat ni Vicente Sotto, Sr. Ang pag-aaral na ito ay nakaangkla sa theorya ni Lev Vygotsky na Social Development Theory. Ang pag-aaral na ito ay ginamitan ng Philosophical-Psychological Projective Technique ng pagsusuri na kung saan ang mga tauhang nagsiganap sa iba’t ibang papelay naglalantad ng kanilang pag-iisip at katauhan ayon sapapel na ginagampanan sa lipunang ginagalawan. Ito ay isang kwalitatibong pananaliksik na kung saan ang maikling kuwento ay binasa at kinilala bilang isang likhang-sining. Ipinakita sa kinalabasan na ang piling maiikling kuwento ni Vicente Sotto Jr. ay kakitaan ng katotohanang panlipunang patuloy na umiiral mula sa nakaraan hanggang sa kasalukuyan batay sa tunggaliang ipinaglalaban, pagpapahalagang pantao at panretorikang pananaw na isinabuhay ng mga tauhan; tagpuan; paksa at simbolismo. Kaya iminumungkahing gamitin angmaiikling kuwento ni Vicente Sotto Sr. bilang lunsaran sa pagtuturo ng panitikan lalo na sa maikling kuwento.
Pagsusuri sa mga Piling Spoken Word Poetry Ni Juan Miguel Severo: Mungkahing Disenyo Ng Aralin
Authors: Dela Torre Jr. Enemecio H.
Published: November 2022

Ang pag-aaral ay pinamagatang Pagsusuri sa mga Piling Spoken Word Poetry ni Juan Miguel Severo.Layuning nitong suriin ang nilalaman batay sa sumusunod: elementong napapaloob sa piling SWP ayon sa sukat, tugma, talinghaga at kariktan; temang napapaloob sa piling SWP; simbolismong taglay ng sinuring SWP. Ang pag-aaral ay nakaangkla sa Teoryang Behaviorism ni Skinner (1988) at Social Learning Theory ni Bandura at Walters (1977). Ang desinyong kwalitatibo na panunuring pangnilalaman ang ginamit sa pag-aaral. Natuklasan sa pagsusuri sa mga piling SWP na taglay ang malayang sukat, malayang tugma, kasiningan ng pagpapahayag, pagbabahagi ng karanasan ng may-akda, pag-ibig ang tamang nakatanim sa mga SWP, at kinapapaloobang ito ng simbolismo. Natuklasan sa pagsusuri batay sa sukat na taglay ang malayang sukat. Batay sa tugma, natuklasan na taglay ang malayang tugmaan. Batay sa talinghaga natuklasan na taglay ang kasiningan ng pagpapahayag, Natuklasan na nakatuon sa pagbabahagi sa karanasan ng may-akda. Natuklasang patungkol sa pag-ibig ang temang nakatanim sa lahat ng sinuring SWP, at kinapapalooban ng mga simbolismo. Ang temang nangingibabaw ay patungkol sa pag-ibig. Sa pagpapalalim ng kahulugan, ang simbolismo ay maaaring makatulong upang ang ibig ipakahulugan ang maikubli. Ang pagtuturo ng wikang Filipino ay layunin ng mga guro para sa ikakaunlad ng mga mag-aaral. Magiging makabuluhan ang pagkatuto kung nagkakaroon ng motibasyon ang mga mag-aaral sa pagtamo ng kaalaman. Batay sa nabuong konklusyon, inihain ang rekomendasyon: Iminumungkahi ang paglathala ng kinalabasan sa pag-aaral at nang mabasa ng mag-aaral at guro ang mga piling SWP. Ang guro sa Filipino ay hinihikayat na kilalanin ang makabagong paraan ng pagpapahayag sa pamamagitan ng SWP. Inirekomenda na gamitin ang mga SWP sa pagtataya sa kakayahan ng mag-aaral sa pagpapahayag ng mga kaalaman. Gamitin ang mga tauklasan sa pag-aaral bilang lunsaran sa pagpapayaman ng kasanayan sa paghuhulma ng wikang Filipino bunga ng karanasan ng mag-aaral, Inirekomenda ang paggamit ng disenyong aralin para sa pagpapalawak sa pagtuturo ng wika at panitikan.
Personality Types and Teaching Styles Among Social Science Teachers in University of Bohol, Tagbilaran City
Authors: Gomez Raymart Q. , Echavez Nilda A.
Published: November 2022

The study intended to determine the personality types and teaching styles of the Social Science teachers at the University of Bohol, Tagbilaran City, for the Academic Year 2018-2019. This study utilized a quantitative research method using a descriptive-correlational pattern from standard questionnaires adapted and modified from The Big Five Inventory (BFI) by Goldberg and the Teaching Style Inventory (TSI) by Dunn and Dunn. The data gathered were treated, analyzed, and interpreted. The result showed that the respondents had very high agreeableness, high conscientiousness, high openness to experience, high extraversion, and low neuroticism. Their teaching style used in the significant elements of teaching was generally somewhat individualized. It was found that there was an essential relationship between teachers’ personality types and their teaching styles. This study concluded that University of Bohol Social Science teachers was easily distracted and could be somewhat careless, and tended to be disorganized most of the time. However, they were reliable workers, did a thorough job, and persevered until the task was completed all the time. The respondents could be cold and aloof and tend to find fault with others most of the time and sometimes be rude to others, and could start quarrels with others all the time. However, they had a forgiving nature and were considerate and kind to almost everyone. They could be tense most of the time and could be moody at certain times. However, they never felt depressed and were relaxed, and could handle stress well at certain times. The study results would serve as a basis and recommendation for any intervention program for the benefit of the University of Bohol Social Science teachers.
Mental Health Management Protocol (Mhmp) Among Public School Teachers and Administrators, Ubay Districts, Ubay, Bohol
Authors: Tumalon Ma. Maya V.
Published: November 2022

In the pursuit of quality education, the Department of Education (DepEd) has undertaken numerous initiatives. Teachers are mandated to facilitate learning with twenty-five or more learners inside the classroom but are constantly asked to do other tasks aside from their actual mandates. These have resulted in overlapping activities causing teachers to experience stressful moments in their daily undertakings. The DepEd Bohol Division has already reported cases of teachers experiencing mental health issues. This study aimed to identify procedures to address teachers and school administrators at risk from mental health problems. The study site was in Ubay, Bohol, which is the largest municipality, and was considered the locale of this study. The study utilized the NEO Personality Inventory-Revised (NEO PI-R) tool. The assessment tool aimed to assess the different dimensions of personality that might affect mental health among identified respondents. This study showed that most of the respondents have work-related issues that result in mental health issues. Also considered is the level of workload. Positive feedback on the different activities in the pilot implementation of the proposed intervention as planned by the registered guidance counselors was noted. The primary activities undertaken included assessment, analysis of results, and developing a mental health management protocol (MHMP).
Emotional Intelligence in Relation to Financial Literacy and Management Among Public Elementary and Secondary Teachers Of Talibon Ii District, Bohol
Authors: Gurrea Jun Rill B. , Libot Buenaventurada D.
Published: November 2022

Emotional intelligence is a contributory factor to the teachers' financial literacy and financial management level. This recent study aimed to determine the relationship between the teachers' level of emotional intelligence and their financial literacy and financial management. The study utilized a quantitative approach employing a descriptive normative survey of a standard tool of Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman and a modified questionnaire of financial literacy and financial management practices. The first tool assessed the respondents' level of emotional intelligence and the modified survey questionnaire measured the respondents' level of financial literacy and financial management. The random sampling technique was used in the data-gathering, which comprised a total of 222 respondents. There were 99 public elementary and 123 public secondary teachers in Talibon II District, Bohol. The researcher underwent the review procedures of the Research Ethics Committee before the distribution of the questionnaire that enforced the do-no-harm clause. The questionnaire considered the most critical personal finance factors in measuring financial knowledge literacy and the financial decision-making on financial practices (Cronbach's Alpha results of Financial Literacy of 0.929, Financial Management of 0.738). It was found that the Normality Test utilizing the Shapiro-Wilk yielded significant results in all the items. Hence, non-parametric tests were used in the statistical runs. There is a significant correlation between the teachers' level of emotional intelligence and financial literacy, emotional intelligence and financial management, and financial literacy and financial management. T-Test showed substantial differences between the financial management practice on Personal/ Family Budget and Financial Decision-Making.
Intelligence Quotient (IQ) of High School Students of the University of Bohol - Victoriano D. Tirol Advanced Learning Center
Authors: Cainglet Clare Marie B.
Published: November 2022

The intelligence Quotient indicates the progress of learning by dividing the achievement age by the mental age. This study identified the IQ of high school students of the UB- VD ALC and its relevance to the teaching-learning process. The researcher used OLSAT designed to measure verbal and non-verbal skills. The study utilized qualitative-quantitative descriptive research involving 177 students drawn by universal sampling. Results showed that the Second Year level has the most number of students whose IQ is Below Average, 5 comprising 10% of the population. In addition, most Second Year students had an Average IQ and had a total frequency of 37 (71%) compared to the rest of the year levels. The Fourth Year level embraced the highest number of Above Average students, 47% with a frequency of 17. In general, 7% or 13 students out of 177 total high school population had Below Average IQ levels while 110 students (62%) were on Average, and finally, 54 of them (31%) were Above Average. The classification of IQ among the students at all levels will be provided to the curriculum developers to enhance the teaching-learning experience of the students.
Emotional Intelligence as Predictor of Self-Actualization
Authors: Pausanos Melinda
Published: November 2022

One of the factors that influence self-actualization is emotional intelligence. Being in control of one’s emotions and behavior is an important quality for an older adult to attain self-actualization. This correlational study utilized a multi-stage sample of 180 senior citizens in Tagbilaran City, Bohol. A 3-part instrument package was utilized to (1) describe the respondents’ demographic profile and obtain measures for their (2) emotional intelligence using the 30- item Trait Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire-Short Form (TEIQue-SF) and (3) self-actualization using a 16-item questionnaire developed by Boyum (2004). The study made use of descriptive-correlational design to test the hypothesis that the level of self-actualization of older adults is influenced by their level of emotional intelligence. Data analyses revealed that the majority of the older adults in the sample have high levels of emotional intelligence and self-actualization. A Somer further indicated that emotional intelligence is associated with self-actualization (p=.004). This signifies that older adults who are emotionally intelligent have a higher probability to be self-actualized. Based on the study findings, respecting the emotions of older adults and being treated as individuals with dignity is highly recommended.
Alumni Tracer for BEED-SPED 2007-2013 Graduates
Authors: Pilongo Leah Wilfreda E. , Acullador Marianne C. , Alaban Evamy M. , Glovasa Irenee Mae T. , Amonsot Rachel V. , Acma Merely Elishieva H. , Marfe Benjelyn T. , Luzuriaga Angelyn C. , Araneta Jessa D. , Villamor Lissly A.
Published: November 2022

Tracer Study is one of the important tools used in evaluating the products of the program of the Teachers College of the University of Bohol and in assessing the quality of education. The study aimed to look into the significant factors as to relevance, usefulness, and appropriateness of the SPED program of the University of Bohol in shaping the success of many SPED graduates in the job market today. The respondents of the study were BEED majors in Special Education graduates from batch 2007-2012. It utilized frequencies, and percentages in going over the personal, educational, and professional profiles of graduates with BEED-SPED majors and weighted mean in classifying the extent that the personal, interpersonal intelligence, and specific skills as perceived as important and the extent to which possessing those categories of skills. Almost all of the BEED major in SPED graduates are LET passers and the majority are employed as teachers in private institutions and a small percentage at government offices. There is a need to inform the curriculum planners as regards the results of the study for the enhancement of the Special Education program of the Teachers College of the University of Bohol.
Masculinity Ideology and Gender Role Conflict
Authors: Balane Kit N. , Tirol Godofreda O.
Published: November 2022

Masculinity ideology refers to beliefs, constructs, and conceptualizations of the norms and roles of men. This research aimed to find out the level of endorsement of Filipino men to the prevailing masculinity ideology and their level of gender role conflict. Furthermore, this study desired to increase men’s awareness of their roles and work hand in hand with women. A cross-sectional survey research design was utilized for this study. A minimum of 900 questionnaires were purposely distributed to volunteers who were single, working, at least 18 years of age, have finished college, or if not, have at least some college experience to satisfy the requirement for a regression analysis method. Data were subjected to the Pearson R correlation method utilizing SPSS. Results showed the seemingly standing belief that men should be good providers of the family. Individual characteristics defined their roles as being objective, independent, and competitive rather than being physically strong or brave, or attractive to the opposite sex. Among the masculinity ideologies, it is Macho-Guapito (virile -handsome) that is related to all the areas of gender role conflict. Gender role conflict was only slightly experienced by men, with the highest score in the area of success, power, and competition.
Multisensory Teaching-Learning Approach in Reading for Pupils at Risk of Dropping Out (PARDO)
Authors: De Juan Vida May T.
Published: November 2022

The multisensory approach refers to any learning activity that combines two or more sensory strategies to take in or express information, and these have been particularly valuable in literacy and language learning. This study utilized a multisensory approach to reading to motivate visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic (VAK) learners and assess the five-month reading intervention program for the pupils who are at risk of dropping out. It used documentary analysis, oral diagnostic tests for the Grade I Pupils At Risk of Dropping-Out (PARDO). Such was conducted on a one-on-one basis to assess the reading skills of the pupils, and the results were subjected to a t-test. The normative-descriptive method was employing a self-made questionnaire to gather information regarding the facilitators’ profile and their perceptions regarding the program. There was a significant leap in the performance of the subjects between the pretest and posttest. A significant improvement was observed in the performance of the pupils in the posttest. The program is very helpful to young learners; it encourages them in continuing their studies, especially those who are considered slow learners.
Asian Psychological Service and Assessment (APSA) in Relation to the Academic Performance of Kindergarten 2 Pupils of UB-VDTALC
Authors: Ay-ad Zedne , Lomaad Eudoxita
Published: November 2022

The Asian Psychological Services and Assessment, Inc. (APSA) was formed in 1987 in response to the assessment and testing needs of the Philippine industry in assessing the abilities and personalities of Asian workers. Academic performance is measured and premised on several components per learning area, namely written work (40%), performance tasks (30%), and periodic examinations (30%). The main purpose of the study was to determine the APSA results in Mathematics and English in relation to the academic performance of Kindergarten 2 pupils of the University of Bohol - Victoriano D. Tirol Advanced Learning Center (UB-VDTALC) for School Years 2013-2014, 2014-2015 and 2015-2016. The study utilized a purposive complete enumeration design using documentary analysis of existing records of the pupils’ academic performance as reflected in Form 137 and APSA results in the learning areas of Mathematics and English for the said timeframe. The resultant data were analyzed using frequency and percentages, and statistical treatments such as Pearson Product Moment Correlation and Analysis of Variance. A high positive correlation was seen between academic performance and APSA results in English for three consecutive school years. Math performance in both APSA and academics were significantly correlated. The performance of pupils in the learning competencies does not significantly vary because the ratings in the three school years were almost the same in both English and Mathematics.
Compliance of Private Lying-in Clinics as Perceived by Midwives
Authors: Doron Silvia C.
Published: November 2022

Private Lying–the clinic is a primary-level health care facility for low-risk childbearing women who have normal status during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. In Bohol province, most Lying–clinics are owned and managed by private practicing registered midwives. Compliance in this study pertains to the capacity of the private Lying-in clinics as to facilities, equipment, and personnel. This study aimed to assess the personal and professional profiles of the respondents, and the compliance status of clinic managers and clinic staff to the DOH licensing and Phil Health Requirements based on the seven areas under study in the operation and management of private Lying- clinics. The researcher formulated survey questions adapted from DOH and Assessment Checklist for licensing birthing facilities. The respondents of the study were clinic managers and staff of the eleven private Lying-in clinics in Bohol which were managed by midwives. The study made use of a quantitative normative survey, and the responses were analyzed through frequency, percentile, weighted mean, and Scheffe’s test. Results showed that all clinic managers and clinic staff were registered midwives, trained, and were excellent in complying with the requirements in the operation and management of private Lying in-clinics. The outcome of this study may serve as the basis for a review of the accreditation requirements of a primary-level health care facility for administration.
Child Abuse and Its Manifestation
Authors: Solon Unilyn E.
Published: November 2022

Child abuse is damaging to a person’s psyche. Children experiencing trauma may respond to it differently. Thus, symptoms vary from physical, mental, emotional, social, behavioral, and psychological reactions. This study intends to ascertain child abuse and its manifestation among the children of the Arms of Love Children’s Home, Cortes, Bohol,  Philippines. It utilized a quantitative research design with the aid of a self-constructed questionnaire to gather the perceived symptoms of trauma among the sexually abused, physically abused, neglected, abandoned and surrendered children regarding their physical, mental, emotional, and interpersonal conditions, and the degree of variance among these symptoms. Results revealed that symptoms of trauma were differently manifested by the abused children in the form of physical, mental, emotional, and interpersonal conditions. On the physical conditions, the headache was most evident. Emotional responses to trauma were in the form of an eating problem, guilt feelings, confusion, and hypervigilance. Moreover, this study highlighted sexual and physical abuse as higher degree types of child abuse. However, other forms – neglected, surrendered, abandoned were not taken for granted for these are also detrimental to children’s life.
Antioxidant Activity of Avicennia alba Blume, (1826) Family Avicenniaceae, Leaf Extracts Using DPPH Assay
Authors: Torero Felita C.
Published: November 2022

The antioxidant activity of Avicennia alba Blume, (1826) leaf extract was determined using the 1,1-Diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) Free Radical Scavenging Activity Assay. Petroleum ether and 95 % ethanol were used as solvents in two separate macerations. Only the ethanol-free extract (TSB) exhibited antioxidant activity; it showed a color change from purple to light yellow similar to the positive control (ascorbic acid solution) and a decrease in absorbance relative to the negative control (95% ethanol). The results of the DPPH free radical scavenging activity assay were subjected to statistical analysis using one-way ANOVA then post hoc analysis results of TSB showed no significant difference vs positive control, with a percentage antioxidant activity of 68.24% ± 12.23 and 76.43% ± 9.22 respectively. The ethanol-free extract (TSB) underwent phytochemical screening by test tube method which revealed the presence of saponins, tannins, flavonoids, and glycosides. It was then subjected to column chromatography for partial purification of its chemical compounds; fractions from the eulates were collected and pooled according to their TLC profile specifically Rf values. The fractions that showed significant spots under UV light were fractions 1 and 2, and fractions 4 and 5. These two sets of fractions were tested to DPPH free radical scavenging assay. Both fractions showed a similar color change to the positive control and a decrease in absorbance relative to the negative control. Fractions 1&2 showed 69.97% ± 2.439 percentage antioxidant activity which had no significant difference from the positive control with the highest antioxidant activity of 87.88% ± 3.357. The p-value (<0.01) obtained manifested that there was a significant difference between the test solutions with their antioxidant activity. After the DPPH assay, the most active fractions 1 & 2, were subjected to FT-IR and GC-MS. The infrared spectrum showed the presence of aliphatic C-H bonds, C=O bonds, and –OH bonds while the GC-MS analysis revealed five compounds that were based on the molecular ion showed at m/z = 537.4. The functional groups present in the compounds from FT-IR and GC-MS analyses and the secondary metabolites present in phytochemical screening seemed to be responsible for the antioxidant activity of Avicennia alba leaf extracts.
Attitude and Motivation Towards English Language Learning of Freshman University Students
Authors: Abdul Luzviminda P. , Alas Josefina M. , Daplin Jane Princess C. , Hernando Ma. Dovy S. , Juaton Herbert A. , Rañin Bernadette T. , Rosas Kristel Faye R. , Ursos J-Elson G.
Published: November 2022

The first-year students from the different colleges taking the subject Purposive Communication in the second semester of the school year 2018-2019 were the respondents of this study. The study further sought to find out the perceived level of attitude and motivation of the respondents in the aspects of integrative and instrumental motivation. The study utilized the quantitative descriptive method, and the process of data collection was done through an adopted and modified questionnaire. The respondents answered the three-part questionnaire under the guidance of the researchers. The results of the study disclosed a composite mean of 3.11, described as High Motivation which indicates that respondents were of a high level of integrative motivation towards learning the English language. Moreover, the level of instrumental motivation had a composite mean of 3.29 with the interpretation of “Very High Motivation,” which also signifies that students are motivated to study the language because of extrinsic motivation. The result further showed a direct relationship between students’ attitudes and motivation toward learning the English language. Hence, students are highly motivated because they have a positive attitude towards the language. Finally, the results indicated that there is no significant degree of difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Recommendations have been presented to enhance the student's level of interest in English language learning.
Grammatical Competence of Grade 11 Learners
Authors: Rosales Ariel C. , Ilagan Ma Eugenia M.
Published: November 2022

In the K-12 Curriculum, the Senior High School Curricula tend to neglect purely grammar disciplines as it focuses on English literature. The study intended to identify the grammatical competence of the Grade 11 learners of Ubay National Science High School for the academic year 2018-2019. The study was quantitative research using a purposive random sampling design employing the modified questionnaire based on the English for Linguistics Project (Malicsi, 2017). The tool was pre-tested and underwent item analysis for the reliability and validity of the test questions. The subjects were 139 Grade 11 learners enrolled from the four strands offered by the school. The data were collected, tallied, and treated. Results revealed that morphology was the area where the learners are highly competent, and they are moderately competent in both semantics and syntax. Generally, the grammatical competence among Grade 11 learners is “moderately competent.” There is a significant degree of variance in the three areas of grammar. The variance lies in the area of morphology containing the word inflections and compounding in which learners got most of the high scores.
EN PRENSA POBLACIONES DE MAÍZ SELECCIONADAS PARA CALIDAD DE ELOTE A PARTIR DE UN COMPUESTO DE MAÍZ DE LA RAZA JALA. EN PRENSA
Authors: Aguilar-Castillo Juan Apolinar , Rojas-Polanco Antonio , Valdivia-Bernal Roberto , Vidal-Martínez Victor Antonio , Juárez-Rosete CR , Ruelas-Hernández Pablo German
Published: November 2022

En México se carece de maíces eloteros seleccionados a partir de maíces criollos, por lo que se requieren estrategias de selección eficientes para mejorar los maíces nativos con características especiales. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue evaluar 16 poblaciones de maíz denominadas RC1F2 seleccionadas para calidad de elote a partir de un compuesto de maíz de la Raza Jala (C1SMJ). La siembra se hizo en el año 2013 en condiciones de secano, en cuatro localidades del estado de Nayarit, bajo un diseño en bloques completos al azar con tres repeticiones. La parcela útil fue de cuatro surcos de 5 m de largo y una distancia entre ellos de 0.80 m. Se midieron variables agronómicas y de calidad de elote. Las poblaciones mejoradas RC1F2 fueron tardías y de porte alto comparado con el híbrido elotero A-7573. En longitud de elote, el 25 % superó al A7573, mientras que en sólidos solubles un 69 % lo igualaron.  En rendimiento de elote el 58 % de las poblaciones mejoradas superaron al A-7573 en promedio con 2.156 t ha-1, estos resultados evidencian la contribución genética de la variedad Jala (C1SMJ) y la efectividad del esquema de selección utilizado para el mejoramiento de estas características.Palabras clave: zea mays, retrocruzas, grados Brix y rendimiento de elote.
Research of the efficiency of the automatic system of detection and recognition of objects on radar image using neural networks
Authors:   Tomsk State University of Control System and Radio Electronics, 40, Lenin Str., Tomsk, 634009, Russia, Weber V.I. , Kuprits V.Y. ,   Tomsk State University of Control System and Radio Electronics, 40, Lenin Str., Tomsk, 634009, Russia, Zaikov K.D. ,   Tomsk State University of Control System and Radio Electronics, 40, Lenin Str., Tomsk, 634009, Russia
Published: November 2022

The main factors influencing the efficiency of an automatic object recognition system in a radar image obtained with a synthetic aperture radar are considered A clustering algorithm of selecting objects on a radar image has been developed. The results of applying the radar image clustering algorithm, which makes it possible to increase the probability of correct recognition of objects, are presented. An analysis of the effectiveness of the application of the clustering algorithm depending on the threshold detection is given. The structure of the two-stage system of the algorithm of the automatic recognition of objects on a radar image has been developed and presented.
Comparative analysis of classical methods and machine learning methods in solving problems of radar image classification
Authors:   Ural Federal University named after first President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin, 32 Mira Str., Yekaterinburg, 620002, Russia, Dorosinskiy L.G. , Ivanov S.S. ,   Ural Federal University named after first President of Russia B.N. Yeltsin, 32 Mira Str., Yekaterinburg, 620002, Russia
Published: November 2022

The mass trend that has developed in recent years to use deep machine learning, artificial neural networks and artificial intelligence methods in solving a variety of tasks, both scientific research and production problems, leads to significant methodological inaccuracies, namely, the use of complex, time-consuming and very voluminous algorithmic procedures while the problem can be solved by incomparably uncomplicated and more compact methods without loss in efficiency. To do this, it is necessary to use widely used and well-known methods, including classical, parametric, nonparametric, customized to the task. Machine learning is certainly universal in nature, which is its value, but it does not take into account peculiarities of a specific problem, replacing with learning the stage that traditional methods are designed to fill with skillful adjustment to a specific problem. The paper considers two methods, one of which is based on the classical maximum likelihood method with optimal estimation of unknown parameters of the distributions of individual samples of the fluctuating image (input data array), and the other on deep machine learning, classification of radar images of a specific task of recognizing three classes of spatially distributed targets that differ in their sizes.
Radar cross section measurements error reduction by the interfering clutter rejection in an anechoic chamber
Authors:   Mozhaisky Space Military Academy, 13, Zhdanovskaya Str., Saint Petersburg, 197198, Russia, Kazantsev A.A. , Samorodov B.A. ,   Mozhaisky Space Military Academy, 13, Zhdanovskaya Str., Saint Petersburg, 197198, Russia, Smirnov I.V. ,   Mozhaisky Space Military Academy, 13, Zhdanovskaya Str., Saint Petersburg, 197198, Russia, Terentev A.M. ,   Mozhaisky Space Military Academy, 13, Zhdanovskaya Str., Saint Petersburg, 197198, Russia
Published: November 2022

The influence of the interfering clutter on the radar cross section (RCS) measurements error is demonstrated. Two main partial components of the RCS measurements error are considered: electromagnetic field amplitude irregularity and cross-polarization isolation level. The expediency of the interfering clutter rejection by the planar electromagnetic field signal gating is justified in the partial components of the RCS measurements error reduction purposes. The possibility to reduce RCS measurements error more than 7 percent for the low frequency band based on experimental data, measured in the anechoic chamber conditions is revealed.
OLHOS COMPOSTOS: UM CONCEITO BIOINSPIRADO PARA O CAMPO EDUCACIONAL
Authors: Costa Rafael Nogueira
Published: November 2022

Bioinspirados nos animais propomos um método criativo e inovador para o campo educacional, especialmente para o Ensino de Ciências. Questionamos as hierarquias e os conhecimentos que colocam a natureza e os sujeitos como objetos. A partir da forma como as formigas enxergam, propomos o conceito de olhos compostos para promover diálogos imagéticos e sensoriais com os ecossistemas. Neste ensaio, imaginamos a água como um elemento fluído e transitório, em constante transformação e movimento. Por meio da biomimética sugerimos um conjunto de atividades didáticas para ser aplicada no ensino formal e não-formal. Concluímos que a biodiversidade brasileira ainda reserva inúmeros caminhos, orientações e ensinamentos que podem nos estimular para experiências criativas, ampliando assim as nossas imaginações.