bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Does Informal Sector Suitable for Female Labor?
Authors: Yuniashri Erlyn , Susilo Susilo , Wahyudi Setyo Tri
Published: June 2023

The existence of SDGs program which supported by the demographic bonus era provides potential for female labor force, but the fact in Indonesia is that there is an inequality in the number of working female labor force compared to men, especially the field of work dominated by women is threatened by industrial automation 4.0.  The purpose of this study is to analyze how the characteristics of women to the opportunities in the informal and formal job that seen from age, marital status, wages, length of education taken, ethnicity, and area of residence. The method used in this study is binary logistic regression with IFLS 5 data sources. The results showed that women who decided to work in the informal sector were women of older age, married women, women who studied longer, women with Batak and Sasak ethnicities, and women who lived in rural areas.  The Indonesian government is expected to be able to improve policies for informal sector workers including decent wages,  social security and health, and legal protection in order to achieve Indonesian goals according to SDGs agenda.
Reducing Youth Unemployment in Indonesia: Identifying Financial Strategy for Technical and Vocational Education and Training
Authors: Putra Fandy Anggara
Published: June 2023

With a large youth population, Indonesia faces both the challenge and the opportunity to increase its capacity and maximize its contribution to the country's economic growth. Empowering youth with skills and knowledge matching industry demand will benefit the private sector and society. Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) is an avenue to connect school and workplace environments directly and accelerate its graduates becoming employed and productive in the very early stage of their careers. However, existing TVET institutions, especially in upper secondary education, still need to be improved due to their low employment rate compared to other graduates from different educational streams. Based on quantitative analysis using entropy balancing and instrumental variable method, the impact of vocational secondary school on employment and wage levels is more prominent in the younger graduates and diminished in the older age group. This situation raises concerns about how to strengthen existing TVET institutions so they can provide updated skills and knowledge and maintain TVET graduates' competitive advantage throughout their careers.
Modelling Biodiesel Production of Banking Scheme With Spline Regression
Authors: Idris Aditya , Ali Zulfadli
Published: June 2023

The portion of renewable energy, one of which is biodiesel production in Indonesia, still relatively low due several obstacles, such as the banking financing scheme. Therefore, this research was carried out by involving banking variables, including the banks, third parties fund and Gross Domestic Regional Product of each province to find the best model that affected the rate of biodiesel production in Indonesia. The Spline Regression method was employed here. Modelling the rate of biodiesel production was done by using the knots point method with the smallest GCV Value. Based on the findings, all variables had an influence with a coefficient of determination of 50%, meaning that the model formed was feasible to use in the modelling data patterns. Among these 3 variables, the variable banks had the best influence in determinang tha rate of biodoesel production in each province in Indonesia. In conclusion, the financing scheme from the banking side is an important thing to do considering that the more the number banks in a province, the greater the development potenstial of biodiesel production from each of these provinces.
The Monetary and Macroeconomic Conditions on Interest Rate Spread: Empirical evidence from Indonesia
Authors: Rachman M Aulia
Published: June 2023

This study examines the Interest Rate Spread (IRS) in Indonesia which is influenced by monetary instrument variables, macroeconomic conditions, and event structural changes (Asian Crisis, Global Financial Crisis, COVID-19 and Election year). The analytical method used is the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) Model with data observations from 1990 - 2021. The purpose of this study is to determine the strength of the IRS on economic conditions in Indonesia. The results of the analysis show that in the long run, M2, total credit and inflation have a negative effect on the IRS variable, while the household consumption variable has a positive effect. The policy implications need to be applied in efforts to control the IRS are related to monetary policy.
Does the stock market provide enough incentives for companies to drive carbon reduction behaviour?
Authors: Yang Shou-Lin , Chen Yen-Hsun , Yeh Chung-Hsing , Chang Tsai-Chen , Shu Tzu-Cin
Published: June 2023

This study observes abnormal returns of stock prices after companies announced the establishment of wastewater and waste heat recovery systems in East Asia from 2000 to 2018. The capital expenditure on the wastewater and waste heat recovery system and the expected impact on revenue are also considered, and the stock market is analyzed to verify whether there is an additional evaluation after the company carries out such carbon emission reduction activity. The study finds that after more than a decade of technological advancement and promoting carbon reduction behaviours, the market has shown more positive reactions to carbon reduction measures, such as wastewater and waste heat recovery systems. However, the additional positive reaction in the markets of developing countries is lower than in developed countries. For developing countries desiring domestic manufacturers to adopt more carbon emission reduction activities, the government may need to offer more policy incentives, which will encourage investors in the market to support manufacturers in actively investing in carbon reduction measures. Certainly, manufacturers will be more motivated to implement or cooperate with voluntary carbon reduction measures. In addition, this study does not consider the possible impact of carbon rights trading and carbon fees on improving manufacturers' active treatment of wastewater and waste heat recovery, which will be a direction worthy of future research.
Segmentation of brand lovers based on perceived financial constraints, financial anxiety, debt avoidance and perceived financial risk
Authors: Alyar Pınar , Ozansoy Çadırcı Tuğçe
Published: June 2023

Brand lovers are known for their intense loyalty to their loved brands, and their behaviours are usually predictable under stable market conditions. With the current global economic crisis, however, their predictability has become uncertain. This study aims to gain insight into brand lovers in marketplaces affected by economic crises. To get a closer look at this market and better understand brand lovers, they are divided into segments based on how they react to financial factors. In this segmentation, brand lovers’ perceptions of their financial constraints, their anxiety levels around their finances, their tendencies to avoid debt, and their perceptions of financial risk when it comes to continuing to purchase their loved brands are taken into account. Demographic factors such as age, gender and income are also considered. This study will be the first segmentation study of brand lovers. Hierarchical and K-means cluster analyses are performed for segmentation, and six statistically significant groups are identified: wealthy brand lovers, cautious brand lovers, indifferent brand lovers, reckless brand lovers, sensible brand lovers, and brand lovers in distress. Based on the research findings, some high-income brand lovers are hesitant to continue purchasing their loved brands during the crisis due to perceived financial risk. On the other hand, it has been determined that some low-income brand lovers do not perceive financial constraints, feel anxious, and do not find it financially risky to maintain brand loyalty. By analysing the characteristics of each group, inferences are drawn that will contribute to both brand love and consumer finance literature, as well as the development of competitive brand strategies practically.
man serileri analiz modelleri ile Türkiye’nin ham petrol ithalat tahmini: 2023 yılı Mart-Aralık dönemi analizi
Authors: Eşidir Kâmil Abdullah , Gür Yunus Emre
Published: June 2023

Türkiye, enerji ihtiyacının önemli bir kısmını ham petrol ithal ederek karşılamaktadır. Ülkenin aylık ham petrol ithalat miktarı, enerji talebinin karşılanması açısından önemli bir faktördür. Çeşitli ülkelerden ham petrol ithal edilerek bu ihtiyaç karşılanmaktadır. 2022 yılında Türkiye’nin aylık ham petrol ithalatı 2,8 milyon ton civarında olmuştur. Bu araştırmada, Türkiye’nin 2023 yılı Mart-Aralık ayları arasındaki 10 aylık ham petrol ithalat miktarlarını tahmin etmek için ARIMA modellerinin çeşitli mimarileri kullanılmıştır. ARIMA modelleri, zaman serileri analiz modelleri arasında yer almaktadır. Tasarlanan modelin bağımlı değişkeni Türkiye ham petrol aylık ithalat miktarıdır (kg). Modelin bağımsız değişkenleri ise, ham petrol yurtiçi üretici fiyat endeksi, aylık ortalama Amerikan Doları kuru (TL), aylık Türkiye ihracatı (USD), aylık Türkiye ithalatı (USD) ve aylık Avrupa petrol varil fiyatıdır (USD). Araştırmada kullanılan aylık veri setleri, Türkiye İstatistik Kurumu (TÜİK), Türkiye Cumhuriyet Merkez Bankası (TCMB) ve ABD Enerji Bilgilendirme İdaresinden (EIA) elde edilmiştir.  Veri seti, 2004 yılı Ocak ayından başlayarak 2023 yılı Şubat ayına kadar olan 230 aylık dönemi içermektedir. ARIMA modelinin analiz sonuçları, istatistiksel olarak anlamlı çıkmıştır. Elde edilen tahmin sonuçlarına göre, 2023 yılı Mart-Aralık ayları arasında Türkiye’nin aylık ham petrol ithalat miktarlarının 2,4 ile 2,65 milyon ton arasında değişeceği ön görülmüştür.
Beyaz eşya sektöründe satış sonrası hizmet kalitesinin müşteri sadakati üzerindeki etkisinin aracı değişkenlerle ölçülmesi: Müşteri memnuniyeti ve müşteriyi elde tutma
Authors: Sarıoğlu Cüneyd İkbal
Published: June 2023

Satış sonrası hizmet kalitesi, markalara ait ürün ve hizmet kullanımı sürecine ilişkin güven sağlayan önemli bir alandır. Müşterilerin ürünleri değerlendirmesi sonucunda fiyat, ürün/hizmet kalitesi gibi değişkenler, aracılık etkisi yaparak zamanla müşteri sadakatini oluştururlar. Müşteri memnuniyeti aşamasıyla başlayan süreçte müşteriyi elde tutma bir diğer aşamadır ve müşteri sadakatine ulaşılması için önemli bir basamaktır. Markaların müşteri sadakatini sağlamalarının yolu; satış sonrası hizmetler, müşteri memnuniyeti ve müşteriyi elde etme politikalarından geçmektedir. Markalar arasındaki rekabetin yoğunlaştığı beyaz eşya sektöründe, müşteri sadakati sağlamada satış sonrası hizmet kalitesi önemli rol oynamaktadır. Bu süreçte müşteri memnuniyeti ve özellikle müşteriyi elde tutma da etkili olmaktadır. Araştırmada veri toplama sürecinde, Marmara bölgesinden 865 katılımcıdan toplanan veriler, SPSS Process Aracı etki analiziyle değerlendirilmiştir. Araştırma bulgularına göre, araştırma katılımcılarının satış sonrası hizmet kalitesi algıları, müşterilerin hem memnuniyetlerini hem sadakatlerini pozitif yönde etkilediği ortaya çıkmıştır. Satış sonrası hizmet kalitesinin müşteri sadakatini pozitif yönde etkilediği ve bu ilişkide müşteri memnuniyeti ve müşteriyi elde tutmanın aracı etkisinin olduğu görülmektedir. Araştırma bulgularının hem işletmelere hem de akademik çalışma yapmak isteyenlere yol göstermesi beklenmektedir.
Variability in the mechanical properties of cell walls of Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd. based on nanoindentation method,
Authors: Dai Fukuan , Wang Ziwei , Yu Linpeng , Zhong Tuhua , Wang Hankun , Tian Genlin
Published: June 2023

Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd. is a large and thorny bamboo species used for construction and scaffolding purposes. Bamboo fibers, which are an important part of bamboo, give bamboo its excellent mechanical properties. The goal of this work was to get more information about fiber in order to learn more about bamboo material. It was tested for different ages, heights, and radial positions using the nanoindentation method. The results showed that the mean values of indentation modulus of elasticity and hardness of this species were 20.79 GPa and 497.01 MPa, respectively, and that the mechanical properties of the fiber cell walls were less affected by the three factors and were generally consistent. In regards to the age factor, it had little effect on the indentation modulus of elasticity, while the hardness increased slightly with age. The indentation modulus of elasticity and hardness tended to increase with increasing height. The fiber strength was relatively stable in different parts of the radial direction.
Optimization and comparison of dilute acid pretreatment of selected agricultural residues for recovery of xylose
Authors: Akpinar Ozlem , Levent Okan , Sabanci Serdal , Uysal Reyhan Selin , Sapcia Burcu
Published: June 2023

Two different agricultural wastes, sunflower stalk and tobacco stalk, were evaluated for the production of xylose, which can be used as a raw material and converted to xylitol, a highly valued product. The objective of the study was to determine the effects of H2SO4 concentration, temperature, and reaction time on the production of sugars (xylose, glucose, and arabinose), and on the reaction by-products (furfural and acetic acid) from sunflower stalk and tobacco stalk and to compare the hydrolysis conditions of these wastes. Since both agricultural wastes had different structures, they had different responses to experimental conditions. Response surface methodology (RSM) was used to optimize the hydrolysis process in order to obtain high xylose yield and selectivity. The optimum reaction temperature, reaction time and acid concentration were 120 oC, 30 min and 4% of acid concentration for sunflower stalk and 133 oC, 27 min and 4.9% of acid concentration for tobacco stalk.
Paper surface chemistry as a tool to improve inkjet printing quality
Authors: Moutinho Isabel M. T. , Ferreira Paulo J. T. , Figueiredo F. Margarida L.
Published: June 2023

Surface treatment is an important step of papermaking, namely for improving the final product quality. For uncoated printing and writing papers (P&W), surface sizing is becoming a common practice for controlling paper surface characteristics and liquid spreading and absorption. This work aims at evaluating the potential of assessing and controlling paper surface chemistry, by analyzing the impact of the application of different surface sizing formulations both on the chemical surface characteristics of the modified paper samples and on the final printing quality. For that, blends of cationic starch and minor quantities (5%, 10%, and 20% w/w) of four distinct copolymers of styrene were used, resulting in a total of 12 different surface sizing formulations. A sample surface sized only with cationic starch was taken as reference. Surface chemical properties were determined by using contact angle measurements and inverse gas chromatography. Finally, the inkjet printing quality was evaluated. The results revealed that the surface sizing treatments tested have a substantial influence on the surface energetics and partially explain the differences detected in the inkjet printing quality.
A Comparative Study on the Productive Proficiency Levels among Three Generations of CHABACANO Native Speakers of ZAMBOANGA City
Authors: Lear Melanie F
Published: June 2023

This study looks into the Chabacano speakers' degrees of productive proficiency in Zamboanga City. One hundred ten (110) people aged 12 to 70 are involved. The study uses picture-description exercises to gauge the writing and speaking abilities of Zamboanga City's Chabacano speakers. The findings showed that while writing may improve, Chabacano speakers' speaking skills are acceptable. Speaking and writing exams showed that the Senior Citizen Group performed best. The speakers' speaking and writing exam results show no discernible generational disparities. The Chabacano language is widely used at home, school, work, churches, communities, government institutions, and the media. The researcher suggests creating glossaries and dictionaries, conducting an additional study on Zamboanga Chabacano phonology, and creating more Chabacano teaching resources to make it easier to teach the language in neighborhood schools using mother tongue-based instruction.
Morphometry and Carcass Characteristics of Goat Fed with Indigofera (Indigofera suffruticosa Mill.) And Super Napier (Pennisetum purpureum Schumach x Pennisetm Glaucoma L.)
Authors: Sabaani Satra A
Published: June 2023

The study aimed to ascertain the effects of various Indigofera and Super Napier combinations on goats' morphometry, carcass, and growth characteristics. The experiment was carried out using a completely randomized design (CRD), with six treatments replicated four times. Several treatments were compared using multiple means using the Tukey HSD test. The final weights of the 100% Super Napier-fed goats, 16.93 kg, 16.68 kg, and 16.57 kg, respectively, show that these goats greatly surpassed their size (3.16 kg, 2.90 kg, and 2.67 kg) after a 60-day experiment. 100% Indigofera also affected the chest circumference (57.20 cm), loin eye area (11.66 cm2), hot carcass weight (6.72 kg), pluck weight (0.68kg), and percentage weight of total trimmable fats (2.02 kg). Goats should be fed a diet of 80% Super Napier and 20% Indigofera. Since the study was only carried out for 60 days, it may be done over a longer time. Higher weights in the GIT contents and a larger chest circumference (cm) were also noted.
Utilization of the Women's Organization of the Samarinda Branch of the Indonesian Student Corps as a Gender-Based Leadership Base
Authors: Suryaningsi Suryaningsi , Wingkolatin Wingkolatin , Sulfa Sulfa , Triwahyuningsih Triwahyuningsi , Marwiah Marwiah , Mulawarman Widyatmike Gede , Reza Reza , Kholivah Vivin Nur
Published: June 2023

The purpose of the study was to investigate the Utilization of the Women's Organization of the Indonesian Student Corps Samarinda Branch as a Base for Gender-Based Leadership. The research was conducted in a qualitative description with a narrative approach. Conduct in-depth interviews in data collection as many as 10 respondents then the data is collected, reduced, displayed and then drawn conclusions. The results of the study that the use of iGenerations regeneration in Kohati are reviewed based on the basic pattern of Kohati development divided into individual regeneration and group regeneration carried out formally, non-formally and informally. Based on the process of regeneration of iGeneration cadres, several inhibiting and supporting factors can be identified internally and externally. Based on the members' point of view, cadres as participants in gender sensitive cadre training activities influence the success of the forums that are conducted. But on the other hand externally from an organizational point of view. sometimes forums that are built are not maximally and totally able to provide the desired values in a predetermined curriculum. So based on the consideration of the values that exist in the field, it is necessary to carry out a thorough evaluation that does not only focus on how the presenter presents the learning concept, how the participants are able to capture the learning properly. But also the adjustment of the forum discussion curriculum so that it is still able to answer various challenges and problems that are present in the organizational process.
Factors Impacting Digital Accounting Systems Trend: Empirical Evidence from An Emerging Market
Authors: Tran Ngoc Hung
Published: June 2023

This study aims to investigate the factors that influence the digitalization of accounting systems applications in Vietnamese firms. The research focuses on the impact of Top Management Teams (TMTs), innovative corporate culture, Big Data, and Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure on the adoption of accounting systems applications. A comprehensive review of relevant literature reveals that TMTs play a critical role in driving digitalization initiatives, including accounting systems applications. Additionally, an innovative corporate culture can foster the adoption of digital technologies, leading to increased efficiency and accuracy of accounting systems. Moreover, the study identifies Big Data as a crucial resource for accounting systems, while IT Infrastructure is essential for successful implementation. Employing a quantitative survey methodology, the study collects data from 285 Vietnamese companies using purposive sampling techniques. The research findings provide insights into the factors that affect the digitalization of accounting systems applications in Vietnamese firms, which is beneficial for both practical management and theoretical perspectives.
The Reality of Management of Professional Training Activities for Teachers at Preschools in an Giang Province, Vietnam Country
Authors: Thang Nguyen Bach
Published: June 2023

Author has conducted a survey on the management of professional development activities for preschool teachers in An Giang province. The survey results show the strengths, limitations and causes of the management of professional development activities for preschool teachers in An Giang province in the past times. Thereby, it is the basis for leaders to research measures to foster professional skills for preschool teachers in An Giang province to meet the requirements of improving teaching quality in preschools of An Giang province.
Political Intervention in Water Supply Management Companies in Kedah, Malaysia
Authors: Zainuddin Abd. Ghani@ Zulkifli , Othman Muhammad Fuad , Shukri Shazwanis , Islam Rabiul
Published: June 2023

Disruption of the supply of treated clean water is a phenomenon that occurs all over the world. The increase in population, the growth of urbanization, the opening of agricultural areas and the current economic needs cause the demand for clean water supply to increase but the resources that can be supplied are limited. In addition, other side factors such as natural disasters, raw water resources, technical aspects, human weaknesses and political elements also make the management of clean water supply treated to consumers unmanageable and effective. Hence, the study aims to justify political intervention in water supply management in the state of Kedah with a focus on politicking in Syarikat Air Darul Aman (SADA). Four methods are used to obtain appropriate data and information involving library studies, document analysis, face-to-face interviews with SADA senior management and politicians in Kedah using semi-structural questions and participating in the nature of the researchers who have held the position of CEO of SADA. The results of the analysis showed that; naturally as a result of SADA's organizational structure, close ties between politicians and top management, abuse of power by the CEO, poor company delivery system, public perception of society causing influence and political interference in organizations such as SADA are seen to occur. At the end of the study, a conceptual and model framework to enable SADA to become a professional and consumer service-oriented corporate entity by marginalizing political influence was developed for future reference and implementation purposes.
Comparison of K-Means and Two-Step Cluster Analysis Methods for Clustering COVID-19 Data
Authors: Pansayta Sawitree , Chansanam Wirapong
Published: June 2023

This study compares the K-Means and two-step cluster analysis methods for clustering COVID-19 data. The dataset had 1,893,941 cumulative cases from January 2020 to October 2021. K-means clustering resulted in eight clusters, while two-step cluster analysis clustering resulted in three grouped cases by nationality, occupation, patient type, and risk group. These clusters were categorized based on age, gender, nationality, occupation, and region of infection. Group 1 had 5,883 workers infected in community settings, Group 2 had 7,420 foreign migrant workers infected in industrial settings or through direct contact with patients, and Group 3 had 6,870 cases of indirect transmission. The study recommends targeted interventions and continued monitoring and evaluation based on the clusters. The findings can help improve government policies, medical facilities, and treatment
Inclusive Practices Using Theater Pedagogy as an Alternative for Access to Learning
Authors: Hernández Carlos Roberto Arriagada , Jalabert Josefina Valderrama , Vilugrón Gerardo Fuentes , Martín Pablo del Val , Pérez Óscar Ovidio Calzadilla
Published: June 2023

Psychopedagogical research on theatrical pedagogy is among the most significant inclusive education practices in subjects with Special Educational Needs. The objective of the article was to evaluate the use of personal stories of children with Down syndrome who are in the Transition II level of Kindergarten Education and fourth year of Basic Education from theatrical pedagogy as inclusive practices in a private school in the commune of Vitacura, Metropolitan Region (Chile). The research was conducted through the interpretative qualitative approach, using techniques such as the episodic interview and the photographic interview. The Atlas.ti software was used to process the data. The interpretation of results and discussion yielded five central categories: 1) learning opportunities, 2) participation, 3) school access, 4) teaching theater pedagogy, and 5) theater pedagogy activities. This study identifies favorable attitudes of the interviewees to the exercise of theater pedagogy activities as an inclusive scenario, although with observations for improvement in access and physical spaces.
Ownership of Agricultural Land and Residence For Husband and Wife Who Are Different Citizens (Mixed Marriage)
Authors: . Sriono , . Risdalina , . Kusno , Tampubolon Wahyu Simon , Kumalasari M Indra
Published: June 2023

There is a fundamental difference between land and agricultural land. The soil itself is the main component of land and has the bearing capacity so that it can withstand the weight of it and the raw materials for making various kinds of goods. While agricultural land is an area on the surface of the earth that has certain criteria such as atmosphere, soil, geological layers, hydrology, biosphere, and plant and animal populations. Based on the provisions of land law in Indonesia every land can be given rights, such as property rights. This study aims to find out and analyze the ownership rights to agricultural land and residence for married couples with different forms of marriage (mixed). This research was conducted using a normative juridical approach. Legislation, literature, publications, and periodicals on the marriage agreement are the legal sources used. The results of the research show that the provisions of the laws and regulations in Indonesia regarding ownership rights to agricultural land and residence for married couples with different nationalities must be based on the marriage agreement that was made. The form of the marriage agreement that is made contains the separation of assets owned by married couples of different nationalities. Because of Indonesian land law, which states that only Indonesian residents can acquire ownership rights to land.
Evaluation of Drivers' Driving Behavior in Heavy Traffic Situations from OBD-II Data
Authors: Pan Yu-Jen
Published: June 2023

The analysis and discussion of the onboard diagnostic data will help understand the driver's behavioral characteristics and develop a sustainable transportation system. The research content of this paper is to mine the driving behavior data through the vehicle preload equipment, analyze the factors affecting safe driving and establish a prediction model. This study collected data from 50 Taiwanese drivers while operating in heavy traffic. Understand the driver's behavioral characteristics through data analysis, such as calculating the times of the driver's emergency braking is based on the driving speed. From this result, the index of dangerous driving is defined. In addition, the dangerous driving index and other variables were analyzed, and it was found that there was a significant relationship between dangerous driving and vehicle mileage and maximum speed. According to the results, the drive speed increases the driving risk, the mileage reduces the risk probability, and the prediction accuracy is 78.9%. Complete data needs to be collected to evaluate complete driving behavior characteristics for developing sustainable transportation goals.
Competencies, Instructional Skills, and Challenges of Teachers in Implementing the Technical-Vocational and Livelihood Senior High School Track
Authors: Villacorta, Jr Francisco C. , Arnado Alvic A.
Published: June 2023

This study aimed to investigate the competencies, instructional skills, and challenges faced by teachers in implementing the Technical-Vocational and Livelihood (TVL) track in senior high school. Stratified random sampling was used to select participants from the Surigao del Sur Division of the Department of Education in the Caraga Region, Philippines. Descriptive-correlational research was employed, utilizing frequency counts, percentages, means, correlation analysis, and multiple regression analysis to analyze the collected data. The findings revealed that TVL teachers demonstrated high levels of competence in areas such as Home Economics, Agri-fishery Arts, Industrial Arts, and ICT and Entrepreneurship. However, the study also identified specific challenges faced by these teachers, including difficulties in preparing assessment questions and providing feedback. The research highlighted the significant shortage of classrooms to accommodate learners and the challenges associated with managing limited space in shop rooms. Establishing linkages and developing community and industry partnerships also proved to be major challenges for teachers. Furthermore, the study found that the level of teachers' competencies had a significant relationship with their instructional skills in the TVL track. Additionally, the profiles of the teachers substantially influenced their level of competence in the TVL track.
The Impact of Work Stress on the Psychological Well-being of Public Elementary School Teachers
Authors: Alegre Emybel M. , Labajo Jomarie Kae M.
Published: June 2023

This study aimed to explore the impact of work stress on the psychological well-being of the public elementary school teachers. The sample consists of 60 out of 75 teachers from the three public elementary schools located in the municipality of Barobo, Surigao del Sur. The study utilized a correlation and regression research design. Results revealed that teachers find their job relatively relaxed due to their students' behavior and can maintain a positive attitude and focus on their teaching goals. Moreover, positive working relationships between teachers and administrators can help reduce teacher stress levels. Results further revealed that there is a strong positive correlation between the work stress and the psychological well-being of the public elementary school teachers, and this correlation is statistically significant.  However, regression analysis revealed that the work stress of these teachers did not have a significant impact on their psychological well-being. Consequently, the above results implied that work stress did not predict the psychological well-being of public elementary school teachers.
An Empirical Investigation on the Influence of Quality of Accounting Information System on Effective Performance of Jordanian Islamic Banks
Authors: Alibraheem Mohammad Haider
Published: June 2023

This study looked at how Jordanian Islamic Banks' efficient performance was impacted by the quality of AIS outputs (relevance, procedures and instructions, credibility, timeliness, and feedback value). This is a cross-sectional survey with a quantitative research approach. Managers and officials of the finance department at "Jordanian Islamic Banks" served as the responders, and a total of 150 valid questionnaires were obtained from them. PLS-SEM (PLS 4.0) was used to evaluate the data. It was discovered that the performance of Jordanian Islamic Banks is significantly and favorably impacted by the quality of AIS as well as AIS outputs, including Relevance, Procedures and instructions, Credibility, Timeliness, and Feedback Value. The researcher came to certain conclusions and made some suggestions for more investigation.
Analysis of Sago Management by Domestic Farmers Based on Local Wisdom in Meranti Islands Regency, Riau, Indonesia
Authors: Yusuf Yusmar , . Resdati , . Agusnimar , Handoko Tito , MS Zulfa Harirah , Afandi Syed Agung
Published: June 2023

This article aims to analyze how domestic farmers in the Meranti Islands Regency, Riau Province, manage sago based on local wisdom. This research then uses qualitative research methods, where several relevant sources obtained will be analyzed using descriptive analysis to be able to explain and answer research questions comprehensively. This study concludes that substantially the management of sago by domestic farmers based on local wisdom in the Meranti Islands Regency can be seen in three phases, namely the land clearing phase with the Balau system, the sago about planting phase, and the feasibility standard phase before the sago felling. In the process, domestic sago farmers in the Meranti Islands Regency are very enthusiastic and uphold the values ??of local wisdom that apply. This research then contributes in the form of recommendations regarding the importance of innovative efforts in the management of sago by domestic farmers by increasing the capacity of existing sago farmers sustainably.
A Study of the Nutritional Behavior of Basketball Players in Different Playing Centers of the Western Region Clubs in KSA
Authors: El-Saleh Dr. Majed Saleem , Alabidi Dr. Suzan , Alqawasmi Dr. Abdellateef , Alzughailat Dr. Mohannad
Published: June 2023

Background /objective: Experts in sports nutrition know that diet significantly influences athletic performance and that all basketball players should adapt specific nutritional strategies before, during and after training and competition to maximize their mental and physical performance. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the nutritional behavior of basketball players in the western region clubs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in the premier league according to the different playing centers of the players. Methods: The researcher used the descriptive approach for its suitability to the nature of this study, where a random sample of (48) players was selected from clubs in the western region (Madina / Jeddah), and the study tool consisting of five axes was applied to the sample members during the 2020/2021 sports season.Results: there is a discrepancy in the nutritional behavior of basketball players in the western region, as well as the existence of a correlation between the playing centers and some food behavior axes. Conclusion: There is an existence of a correlation relationship in some aspects of nutritional behavior and playing centers for basketball players in the western region of the KSA.
Investigating the Moderating Effect of Profile on the Relationship between Pedagogical Knowledge Competence and Organizational Citizenship in the Context of Secondary Teachers
Authors: Liquido Ma Gloria L , Potane Joel D
Published: June 2023

This study aimed to investigate the relationship between pedagogical knowledge competence (PKC) and organizational citizenship (OC) among secondary teachers, considering the potential moderating effects of the teacher’s profile. Using a descriptive correlational design, the study explored the natural associations among participants' profiles, PKC, and OC. The sample included 267 secondary teachers from nine DepEd secondary schools in Butuan City, Philippines. Data collection involved a validated researcher-made survey questionnaire that addressed the following aspects: (1) Teachers' profiles, including age, sex (at birth), and type of professional teacher certification. (2) The level of PKC focuses on contextualizing learning experiences, teaching strategies used, and integration of information and communication technology (ICT). (3) The level of OC, examining occupational efficacy and collective efficacy. The findings indicated that age and the type of professional teacher certification did not moderate the relationship between PKC and OC. However, sex (at birth) demonstrated a moderating effect. Furthermore, the study revealed that both the age range of 22-32 years old and PKC significantly predicted OC. This suggests that older teachers tend to perceive higher levels of organizational citizenship compared to their younger counterparts, and teachers with greater perceived PKC exhibit increased efficacy in organizational citizenship. Additionally, the findings underscored a significant gender imbalance within the teaching profession, with a disproportionate representation of females.
Development of A Computer-Based Diagnostic Assessment to Measure Junior High School Students' Readiness to Participate AKM and PISA with Automatic Feedback
Authors: Setyawarno Didik , Rosana Dadan , Widodo Eko , . Maryati
Published: June 2023

This study aims to develop a Computer-based Diagnostic assessment to measure the student’s readiness to participate in AKM and PISA. The study used a Research and Development model with 4-D model consisted of four main stages, namely define, design, develop, and disseminate. Preliminary research was conducted by depth-analyzing the AKM material and science material in the science curriculum of junior high school, identifying science materials or concepts that developed as AKM and PISA assessment instruments, designing instrument models and Computer-based Diagnostic assessments, implementation or empirical tests, validation, and first revision. And it ended with the dissemination stage through international seminars, attended by students, teachers, lecturers, and observers of science education. The conclusion of the study shows that the developmental research of a 4-D model is feasible, valid, and effective to be used in developing computer-based diagnostic assessment products to measure the student’s readiness of junior high school to participate in AKM and PISA with automatic feedback. Moreover, the conclusion of this research is that application of a computer-based diagnostic assessment is formed to measure the student’s readiness of junior high school to participate in AKM and PISA with valid automatic feedback based on the Aiken formula and appropriate, according to science education experts from the aspect of content, construct, and language. The results of the empirical test of the application of computer-based diagnostic assessment are used to measure the student’s readiness of junior high schoo to participate in AKM and PISA with automatic feedback stating that all items fit the Rasch model. And, the results of a limited-scale test for the student’s readiness to participate in AKM and PISA showed that SMP N 4 Pakem obtained 67.92% readiness in the average category, while SMP N 1 Tempel obtained 48.75% readiness in the below average category.
Effects of Organized Hypocrisy Strategy on the Establishment of Political Relation of Rama I and Emperor Qianlong
Authors: Qidong Zhao , Omar Rusdi , Mukhtaruddin Mas Juliana Bt , Islam Rabiul
Published: June 2023

The paper deploys and develops the organized hypocrisy theory to account for the effect of organized hypocrisy strategy on the establishment of the political relation between Rama I and Emperor Qianlong from 1782 to 1787. Using the case study of Rama, I and Emperor Qianlong and a historical analysis, the paper shows that the logic of consequences of Rama I seek China’s economic and military leads to Sino-Thai conflicting logics of appropriateness. Thailand uses the organized hypocrisy strategy to respond to this situation with two mutually negative versions of royal letters and transliterated terms. The key decoupling mechanism of the strategy is that the Thailand monarch conducts diplomatic interactions that maintain his status, while the Chinese in Thailand act as intermediaries to handle interactions that damage Thailand Monarch’s prestige. Organized hypocrisy strategy allows Thailand to maintain Rama I’s claim of universal kingship and meet the demand of Emperor Qianlong investing Rama I at the same time. Rama I and Emperor Qianlong formed a nominal tributary relationship on this premise. Thailand's organized hypocrisy strategy is largely the political hypocrisy of a small country dealing with a big one. Emperor Qianlong practicing the doctrine of ‘no rule’ and not sending envoys for investiture makes the hypocrisy strategy play a positive role. This study informs our theoretical understanding of Sino-Thai friendly official relations by introducing a focus on the organized hypocrisy strategy hitherto lacking.
Physicochemical and radiological characterization of flue gas desulfuration waste samples from Brazilian coal-fired power plants
Authors: Fungaro Denise , Grosche Lucas , Silva Paulo
Published: June 2023

Flue gas desulfurization (FGD) waste is an industrial by-product generated during the flue gas desulfurization process in coal-fired power plants. This by-product contain trace quantities of naturally occurring radionuclides and elements such as As, Ba, Co, Cr, Zn. The characteristics of FGD waste are important for its reuse and are mainly depend on the desulfurization process. In this work, two types of FGD materials collected from three coal-fired power plants using semi-dry and wet processes were characterized by X-Ray Diffraction (XRD), Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM), X-ray fluorescence (XFR) and particle size analysis. The radioactive content of 238U, 232Th, 228Th, 226Ra, 228Ra, 210Pb and 40K and trace elements were also determined using Neutron activation analysis and Gamma-ray spectrometry. The major constituents for all samples were Ca, Si, S, Al and Fe. Wet FGD by-product presented also high magnesium content. The wastes contain mainly semi-hydrate calcium sulfite and calcium sulfate. The particle size of FGD from semi-dry process was lower than that from the wet process. The average activity concentration of 238U, 232Th, 226Ra, 210Pb, 228Ra, 228Th and 40K varied between were 50-71, 33-42, 28-52, 113-150, 26-33, 33-39, 161-390 Bq kg-1, respectively. According to the results of leaching and solubilization tests, FGD samples were classified as non-hazardous and non-inert. The obtained data are useful for evaluation of possible applications of FGD by-products.
Sexual dimorphism of papillary number (PN) and main line index (MLI) among autistic patients of West Bengal, India
Authors: Dey Biswarup , Chatterjee Diptendu , Das Piyali , Ratan Bandyopadhyay Arup
Published: June 2023

Dermatoglyphic traits area well-known clinical marker for several congenital malformations and neurodevelopment disorders. The dermatoglyphic patterns and neural tissues originate from the ectodermic layer within the first and second trimesters of intrauterine life and are unaltered throughout an individual's life. Autism is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by significant disturbances in social-communicative and behavioral functioning. To the best of our knowledge, the present study is the first attempt to understand the relationshipbetween Papillary Number (PN) and Main Line Index (MLI) as an assessment of Sexual Dimorphism among the Autisticpatients from Bengalee Hindu caste population of West Bengal, India. To achieve this purpose, bilateral palm prints of 100 (67 males and 33 females) diagnosed Autistic patients and 100 (55 males and 45 females) healthy controls without any family history of Autism have been collected from the Bengalee Hindu caste population of West Bengal. All the prints were collected by the standard Ink and Roller Method (Cummins & Midlo, 1961).The result demonstrated that significant (p<0.05) sexual dimorphism on the PN and MLI was found between the Autistic males and Autistic females combing both hands. Nevertheless, the controls never showed any sexual dimorphism in the context of PN and MLI. Therefore, the present study suggests that the sexual dimorphism of the PN and MLI among Autistic patients might be other beneficial dermatoglyphic traits for Autism detection.
Material damping in a stratified soil deposit
Authors: Díaz Miguel A. , Mánica Miguel A. , Botero Eduardo , Ovando-Shelley Efraín , Osorio Luis
Published: June 2023

Due to the extensive use of one-dimensional equivalent linear analyses to determine the free-field response of nonlinear soil deposits, dynamic numerical simulations able to reproduce an analogous response to equivalent linear codes are of great value for practical engineering, particularly for dynamic soil-structure interaction problems. An appealing alternative, for problems not close to a failure condition, is to assume a linear elastic behaviour of the soil but with stiffness parameters derived from one-dimensional equivalent linear analyses, i.e. consistent with the level of deformation induced by the input motion. In this approach, energy dissipation has to be artificially incorporated through material damping formulations. In this work, local, Rayleigh, and hysteretic damping formulations in FLAC were assessed to emulate results from one-dimensional equivalent linear analysis. A main feature of the analyses is that they consider a site having a considerably stratified soil deposit, in which the shear wave velocity profile displays significant variations and where the selection of some parameters in the damping formulations is not a trivial task. Results provide relevant insights into the performance of the adopted damping formulations and the selection of material damping parameters to reproduce results of equivalent linear analyses.
Modeling of the Tillage Process by the Method of Stress Concentration in the Tilled Layer
Authors: Dzhabborov Nozim I. , Dobrinov Aleksandr V. , Saveluev Anatoliy P.
Published: June 2023

Introduction. Tillage is the most important part of the agricultural crops cultivation technology. Currently, tillage accounts for 35‒40% of the energy consumption of the total volume of field work and up to 20% of the energy consumed in the agriculture sector. Tillage allows regulating the water-air regime and the intensity of biological processes, maintaining the necessary phytosanitary condition of the soil and crops. The energy intensity and quality of tillage depends on the degree of excellence of technical means. Mathematical modeling of the tillage process by various soil-cultivating working bodies is an urgent task to develop more advanced energy-efficient technical means.
Aim of the Article. The purpose of the research is to develop mathematical models for determining and analyzing the indicators of tilling the soil by the bracket-shaped working body.
Materials and Methods. In the process of theoretical studies of the bracket-shaped tillage working body for continuous surface tillage, there were used the methods of analysis, generalization and systematization, theoretical mechanics, mathematical statistics and modeling, probability theory, differential calculation, and the theory of interaction of working bodies with soil and their movement over the field surface.
Results. The analytical models for determining the pressure, traction resistance, the total force of the soil layer compression, the time of passage of the working body, the required power and the quantity of energy expended on compression of the soil layer depending on the speed of the working body movement are obtained. Graphic dependencies of the investigated parameters of the bracket-shaped tillage working body are presented. The dynamics of parameter changes is identified.
Discussion and Conclusion. The proposed mathematical models and the revealed regularities of changing the parameters of tilling the soil by the closed-cycle working body a will make it possible to develop new effective working bodies and optimize the design, technological parameters and modes of their operation.