bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
THEORETICAL ASPECTS OF RESEARCH OF EMPLOYMENT PROBLEMS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, BOIKIVSKA GALYNA , HLADUN SVITLANA ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, KUTNIA OLGA ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University
Published: September 2021

The article examines the problems of employment of persons with disabilities and the peculiarities of regulatory and legal support in the field of regulation of employment of persons with disabilities. The employment rate of people with disabilities is a priority for a good life and an important indicator that gives them the right to feel like full members of society and get a positive impact on their psychological state. The concepts of state policy in the field of employment regulation of persons with disabilities are analyzed. The accumulated international and domestic experience shows that the effective solution of these problems is possible only within the model in which the political goals of the state, legal, economic, organizational and scientific skills, components of the social protection of persons with disabilities are pensions, state social insurance, state social insurance. support, system of benefits and compensations. Ukraine only at the first stage to inclusive development Inclusive development is based on the distribution of welfare, elimination of discrimination and participation of all labor resources, which provides a high standard of living for the majority of the population. Approaches to the definition of the terms “disability” and “persons with disabilities” in the legislation of different countries are systematized. Domestic legislation provides for a number of economic levers of influence on enterprises, institutions, organizations that use hired labor, in order to ensure employment of this category of citizens. The main problems of employment of people with disabilities and ways to overcome them are identified. Integrating people with disabilities into the labor market is a complex multilateral process that requires each country to find a specific combination of measures and funding opportunities. Successful implementation of measures is essential to create a comprehensive labor market with equal opportunities for all members of society.
DEVELOPMENT OF MANAGEMENT STAFF OF THE ORGANIZATION IN A KNOWLEDGE ECONOMY
Authors:   Khmelnytskyi National University, VEDERNIKOV Mykhailo , BAZALIYSKA Nataliya ,   Khmelnytskyi National University, VOLIANSKA-SAVCHUK Lesia ,   Khmelnytskyi National University, ZELENA Maria ,   Khmelnytskyi National University, CHERNUSHKINA Oksana ,   Khmelnytskyi National University, KOSHONKO Olena ,   Khmelnytskyi National University
Published: September 2021

Features of labor management in modern conditions are re-searched in the article. Directions of improving management system activities are determined. Methodological approaches to the formation of the system of development of management personnel of the organization in the conditions of knowledge economy are considered. The stages of development of the information society in connection with the innovative phase of development of the knowledge economy are described. Theoretical approaches to the definition of “knowledge economy” are formed. The characteristic features of the “knowledge economy” are highlighted. The stages of implementation of the process of increasing the efficiency of development of the management staff of the organization in the conditions of knowledge economy are offered. An organizational model of the process of increasing the development of management staff of the organization in a knowledge economy. This paper improved theoretical and methodological basis of the system of administrative personnel. In the context of globalization and integration of the domestic labor market, the managerial staff of the organization acts as a valuable socio-economic resource, the cost of professional qualities and competencies of which is steadily growing due to the acquisition of new knowledge by employees. The effectiveness of the managerial work of an organization, in contrast to the labor productivity of direct participants in the creation of material wealth, is not measured directly, but by the performance indicators of the work of business entities over a certain period of time. An important role in increasing the efficiency of the organization’s managerial work belongs to the organization of labor of the employees of the management apparatus on a scientific basis, which means a system of sound technical, organizational and economic measures aimed at directly improving the organization and management methods using scientific and technical achievements, the widespread introduction of mechanization, automation and computerization of all functions of the management process.
Computer Science Principles with C++
Authors:   Department of Computer Science, Bergmann Seth
Published: September 2021

This textbook is intended to be used for a first course in computer science, such as the College Board’s Advanced Placement course known as AP Computer Science Principles (CSP). This book includes all the topics on the CSP exam, plus some additional topics. It takes a breadth-first approach, with an emphasis on the principles which form the foundation for hardware and software. No prior experience with programming should be required to use this book. This version of the book uses the C++ programming language.
Protection of Mathematical Formulas Using Function Invariants
Authors: Liber Arkadiusz
Published: September 2021

This work presents the results of the author’s research on the protection of mathematical formulas through use of functional invariants. This paper describes in detail the methods of transforming mathematical formulas to hide their dependencies while maintaining the correctness of expressions and the invariance of results generated by the source formulas. Application of such additive and multiplicative invariants as variables, numeric values, and operators to the structural elements of a mathematical formula is also shown.
Algorithmic Methods of Hidden Communication Through Buy Orders and Sales on International Stock Exchanges
Authors: Liber Arkadiusz
Published: September 2021

This paper presents the results of the author’s research on the design of hidden communication algorithms employed in the context of global exchange services. The solutions proposed enable communication between trading participants without use of such traditional communication routes as email, telephone, instant messaging, discussion forums, etc. The solutions described are based on modification of entries in the exchange tables of orders and transactions. Through modification of the entries associated with share buy and sell orders, a secret channel can be constructed through which hidden messages can be sent. Such messages could, for example, be used to manipulate stock prices by an organized group of people. The proposed solutions can classified as steganographic methods where the message carrier is a stock transaction or stock order table, in which a message is embedded by means of algorithmic modification of buy and sell records. Also presented are specific proposals for static, dynamic, and mixed static-dynamic solutions based on the results of the author’s research. In the static methods group, an imperceptible communication channel is formed through a series of asynchronous modifications that create a complete, readable message that is present for a relatively long time. In dynamic methods, the embedded message is synchronized in time and creates a sequence of events that create statements. The third group of methods presented, mixed methods, use static and dynamic techniques to construct hidden messages. In particular, the method of extreme orders (MEO), mono-table method (MTM), multi-table method (MUTM), method of price-indexed vectors (MPIV), method of quantity-indexed vectors (MQIV), clustered order method (COM), distributed order method (DOM), position-encoded method (PEM), method with quantity coding (MQC), method with error correction (MEC), method limited to buy orders (MLBO), method limited to sell orders (MLSO), and self-synchronizing method (SSM) are presented. The solutions presented in this work can be applied practically in any publicly available stock trading system in which order tables are available. The algorithms presented in the paper were implemented and verified on a real trading service, and the research software used was implemented based on the API provided by the brokerage office.
Extreme Gradient Boosting for Cyberpropaganda Detection
Authors: Fattahi Jaouhar , Mejri Mohamed , Ziadia Marwa
Published: September 2021

Propaganda, defamation, abuse, insults, disinformation and fake news are not new phenomena and have been around for several decades. However, with the advent of the Internet and social networks, their magnitude has increased and the damage caused to individuals and corporate entities is becoming increasingly greater, even irreparable. In this paper, we tackle the detection of text-based cyberpropaganda using Machine Learning and NLP techniques. We use the eXtreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost) algorithm for learning and detection, in tandem with Bag-of-Words (BoW) and Term Frequency-Inverse Document Frequency (TF-IDF) for text vectorization. We highlight the contribution of gradient boosting and regularization mechanisms in the performance of the explored model.
An Effective AQI Estimation Using Sensor Data and Stacking Mechanism
Authors: Duong Dat Q. , Le Quang M. , Nguyen-Tai Tan-Loc , Nguyen Hien D. , Dao Minh-Son , Nguyen Binh T.
Published: September 2021

Accurately assessing the air quality index (AQI) values and levels has become an attractive research topic during the last decades. It is a crucial aspect when studying the possible adverse health effects associated with current air quality conditions. This paper aims to utilize machine learning and an appropriate selection of attributes for the air quality estimation problem using various features, including sensor data (humidity, temperature), timestamp features, location features, and public weather data. We evaluated the performance of different learning models and features to study the problem using the data set “MNR-HCM II”. The experimental results show that adopting TLPW features with Stacking generalization yields higher overall performance than other techniques and features in RMSE, accuracy, and F1-score.
Incorporating Attention Mechanism in Enhancing Classification of Alzheimer’s Disease
Authors: Abd Hamid Nur Amirah , Shapiai Mohd Ibrahim , Batool Uzma , Sarban Singh Ranjit Singh , Mohammed Amin Muhamad Kamal , Elias Khairil Ashraf
Published: September 2021

Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive and irreversible neurodegenerative disease that requires attentive medical evaluation. Therefore, diagnosing of AD accurately is crucial to provide the patients with appropriate treatment to slow down the progression of AD as well to facilitate the treatment interventions. To date, deep learning by means of convolutional neural networks (CNNs) has been widely used in diagnosing of AD. There are several well-established CNNs architectures that have been used in the image classification domain for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) images analysis such as LeNet-5, Inception-V4, VGG-16 and Residual Network. However, these existing deep learning-based methods have lack of ability to be spatial invariance to the input data, due to overlooking some salient local features of the region of interest (ROI) (i.e., hippocampal). In medical image analysis, local features of MRI images are hard to exploit due to the small pixel size of ROI. On the other hand, CNNs requires large dataset sample to perform well, but we have limited number of MRI images to train, thus, leading to overfitting. Therefore, we propose a novel deep learning-based model without pre-processing techniques by incorporating attention mechanism and global average pooling (GAP) layer to VGG-16 architecture to capture the salient features of the MRI image for subtle discriminating of AD and normal control (NC). Also, we utilize transfer learning to surpass the overfitting issue. Experiment is performed on data collected from Open Access Series of Imaging Studies (OASIS) database. The accuracy performance of binary classification (AD vs NC) using proposed method significantly outperforms the existing methods, 12-layered CNNs (trained from scratch) and Inception-V4 (transfer learning) by increasing 1.93% and 3.43% of the accuracy. In conclusion, Attention-GAP model capable of improving and achieving notable classification accuracy in diagnosing AD.
Phytochemical and Biological effects of Newbouldia laevis: A Review
Authors: Rashed Khaled
Published: September 2021

Newbouldia laevis (L) plant is a medium sized angiosperm and it is from Bignoniaceae family. In Nigeria vernacular, it is called Aduruku. It is popularly known as the tree of life or fertility tree in Nigeria. The plant has been found to be effective in the treatment of elephantiasis, dysentery, rheumatic swellings, syphilis, constipation, pile and as a vermifuge to round worms. It has also been found useful for earache, sore feet, chest pain, epilepsy and children's convulsion. Previous chemical studies proved that it has flavonoids, tannins, terpenes, phenolics, saponins, cardiac glycosides and alkaloids.
Plant Iconography Vis-A-Vis Plant Invasion in India: Glimpses, Sources and Evidences
Authors: Patil Dinkarrao Amrutrao
Published: September 2021

India is a biodiversity rich country as well as mosaic of cultural traditions. Plant invasion has been demonstrated by biodiversity studies in India. Mankind had always determined the status of plant, whether indigenous or exotic and developed with them abstract relationships. The present author revealed a role of 26 exotic plant species in the development plant iconography and simultaneous forces of plant invasion in India even during pre-Columbian period. India being rich in ancient literary sources in the form of Vedas, Puranas, epics, caves, temples, Sanskrit writings etc. and replete with plant references, afforded numerous sources of plant iconography. It is an outstanding resource for research on plant history and diversity. However, study of plant iconography demands a wide collaboration with researchers of different subjects or disciplines. At the same, plant invasion hand-in-hand plant iconography are discussed pertinently in Indian context, a hitherto virgin area of research.
An experimentally investigate the effect of physical properties on the production of lubricating materials from crude oils
Authors: Abed M. Al-Jewaree Hazim , Adil M.Ali Omar
Published: September 2021

One of the most important oil derivatives in our time, which all the world seeks to obtain and produce a lot is lubricating oils, which are used for several important purposes and the most important is to keep the thermal engines from damage or collapse due to the phenomenon of friction of the moving parts mechanically at a high temperatures and pressure is relatively high as well as the wear phenomenon This research effort focuses on a comparative study of five types of mix crude Libyan oils (El-Feel Field, Al Wafa Field, Amina Field, Brega Field and Al-Sedra Field) for produced the lubricated oil experimentally . Test carried out on the production the lubrication oil by measuring the physical properties include: normal boiling point, pour point, specific gravity (Sp. gr.), standard density (API), dynamic viscosity , kinematics viscosity , Acentric factor and Watson factor (K or K ). It’s found from the practical results of the production the lubricating oil from crude oil for atmospheric distillation of crude oil practically depends on measurement two physical properties very accurately Watson factor first and then the API. The results from the tests showed that, mix crude oil of Amena, El-Sedra and El-Feel fields suitable than others for production the lubricated oil at atmospheric and then use the vacuum distillation columns. Other results observation, that’s two others types are impossible to produce the lubricated oil. Also, the results observed that’s the useful mole percentage of lubricated oil cutoff has range very small from 2 to 17 % for these types of Libyan crude oils, this percentage will be increase when use vacuum distillation with added some additives materials. In addition, practical results have been found that not all the cutoff produced from atmospheric distillation within the range of temperatures between 370 and 550 oC are lubricating oils, but other compounds are oil derivatives suitable for different fuel depending on the chemical structure of these extracts. The final conclusion of this work is that any crude oil with a light Arabic class (has a relative density API less than 38 and a K lower than 12.1) is suitable for the production of lubricated oils from the crude oil.
Discovering The Organizational Structure
Authors: Norman Marilyn N. , Jordan Joy C.
Published: September 2021

4-H is made possible through the cooperative efforts of the Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service of the United States Department of Agriculture (CSREES/ USDA) in Washington D.C., the University of Florida land-grant University Cooperative Extension System and its partnering institutions, and the county governments throughout Florida. These public dollars are extended by private monies raised by the Florida 4-H Foundation, local foundations, individual 4-H staff and volunteers, and the National 4-H Council. Local sponsors, partners, donors, alumni, and others provide resources and incentives for educational programs, events and recognition. This document is 4-HS FS101.3, one of a series of the Florida 4-H Program, UF/IFAS Extension. Published May 2006.
Targeting Life Skills In 4-H
Authors: Norman Marilyn N. , Jordan Joy C.
Published: September 2021

This document is 4H S FS101.9, one of a series of the 4-H Youth Development Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Published May 2006. 
4HS FS101./4H242: Targeting Life Skills in 4-H (ufl.edu)
Life Skill Development of Oklahoma 4-H Alumni
Authors: Maass Sarah E. , Wilken Carolyn S. , Jordan Joy , Culen Gerald , Place Nick
Published: September 2021

4H-REF-01, an 11-page report by Sarah E. Maass, Carolyn S. Wilken, Joy Jordan, Gerald Cullen, and Nick Place, presents the results of a study assessing the effect of long-term 4-H participation on the development of life-skill competencies, specifically critical thinking, goal setting, communication, cooperation, conflict resolution, problem solving, decision making, and community service. Published through the UF 4-H Youth Development Program, May 2006.
Farmer Saved Peanut Seed: Factors to Consider
Authors: Tillman Barry L. , Gorbet Daniel W. , Whitty Elmo B.
Published: September 2021

Revised! Originally published in 2002 as "Peanut Variety Protection", SS-AGR-186, a 5-page fact sheet by B.L. Tillman, D.W. Gorbet, and E. B. Whitty, outlines and discusses the benefits and risks associated with purchasing peanut seed as compared to saving it from the farm. In this revision, authors Tillman and Gorbet revise and expand upon Whitty's original publication to address economic and seed quality considerations. Also added is a table listing the legal protection status of certified seed varieties available in 2005. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, July 2006.
Sod/Livestock-Based Peanut/Cotton Production System: Why We Recommend It!
Authors: Katsvairo Tawainga W. , Wright David L. , Marois James J. , Hartzog D. , Wiatrak P. J. , Rich Jimmy R.
Published: September 2021

SS-AGR-126, a 4-page fact sheet by T. W. Katsvairo, D. L. Wright, J. J. Marois, D. Hartzog, P. J. Wiatrak and J. R. Rich, recommends a four year sod-based rotation system in place of the traditional two year peanut/cotton rotation. Includes a conceptual model of benefits accruing from integrated livestock peanut/cotton farming systems and their interactions. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, July 2006.
SS-AGR-126/AG258: Sod/Livestock-Based Peanut/Cotton Production System: The Next Generation Conservation Cropping System (ufl.edu)
Tropical Soda Apple Control: Sorting Through the Options
Authors: Ferrell Jason A. , Sellers Brent , Mullahey Jeffrey J.
Published: September 2021

SS-AGR-129, a 2-page fact sheet by J. A. Ferrell, B. Sellers, and J. J. Mullahey, presents a table describing the strengths and weaknesses of the new herbicide options that have arisen in the past three years for controlling tropical soda apple. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, August 2006.
Chapter 13: Insects That Affect Vegetable Crops
Authors: Stansly Philip A.
Published: September 2021

This document is ENY450, Horticultural Sciences Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Published November 2006.
Chapter 18: Handling, Cooling and Sanitation Techniques for Maintaining Postharvest Quality
Authors: Sargent Steven A. , Ritenour Mark A. , Brecht Jeffrey K.
Published: September 2021

This chapter focuses on methods and techniques for reducing losses in postharvest quality during typical commercial handling operations. This document is HS719, Horticultural Sciences Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Published November 2006.
Chapter 20: Production Costs for Selected Florida Vegetables
Authors: Smith Scott A. , Taylor Timothy G.
Published: September 2021

This document is FRE145, Horticultural Sciences Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Published November 2006.
Chapter 26: Specialty Asian Vegetable Production in South Florida
Authors: Lamberts Mary L.
Published: September 2021

The term "specialty Asian vegetables" is used herein to designate a group of lesser known vegetables which are primarily Asian in origin. At present, most consumers who purchase these products are either Asian or preparing Asian cuisine. Some may have potential for appealing to a wider range of consumers. This document is HS740, Horticultural Sciences Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Published November 2006.
Benefits of Fish Meal in Aquaculture Diets
Authors: Miles Richard D. , Chapman Frank A.
Published: September 2021

FA122, a 7-page fact sheet by R.D. Miles and F.A. Chapman, introduces the reader to this important feed ingredient used in aquaculture as well as swine and poultry production. The authors explain what fish meal is, how it is produced, and its dietary benefits, including high quality protein, amino acid profile, palatability, lipid content, high digestibility, and nutrient content. Additionally the authors address issues of sustainability for the aquaculture industry in the face of increases in worldwide aquaculture production and the demands this will place on commercial fishmeal production. Published by the UF Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, May 2006.
FA122/FA122: The Benefits of Fish Meal in Aquaculture Diets (ufl.edu)
Utilization of a Fish Pump for Harvesting Shrimp from Tanks and Ponds
Authors: Ohs Cortney L. , Grabe Scott W. , Creswell R. LeRoy
Published: September 2021

Commercial shrimp farms located throughout the world utilize several techniques to harvest shrimp from ponds and raceways. Commonly, farmers drain their systems and collect shrimp in nets, mesh bags or baskets as water passes through the drain. Other methods for partial harvest include cast netting or trapping the shrimp as water exits the pond gates during receding tides. Recently, modified mechanical pumps have proven to be very effective at harvesting shrimp from ponds and raceways. This document is FA123, one of a series of the Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date February 2006.
FA123/FA123: The Utilization of a Fish Pump for Harvesting Shrimp from Tanks and Ponds (ufl.edu)
Florida Growth Management: Public Participation and the Plan Amendment Process
Authors: Carriker Roy
Published: September 2021

FE645, a 4-page fact sheet by Roy Carriker, outlines specific steps in the growth management planning process for considering proposed amendments to the local comprehensive plan, identifying each juncture in the process where a member of the public can make input. Published by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, August 2006.
Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Programs: Conducting Successful Business Retention and Expansion Visits
Authors: Cothran Henry M.
Published: September 2021

FE655, a 6-page fact sheet by Henry M. Cothran, describes the general guidelines for training Business Retention and Expansion teams to conduct successful business visits when the purpose of the visit is to conduct a formal survey. It is fifth in this series by the UF Department of Food and Resource Economics, published August 2006.
FE655/FE655: Business Retention and Expansion (BRE) Programs: Conducting Successful Business Retention and Expansion Visits (ufl.edu)
Facts about Vitamin A
Authors: Jensen Nan C. , Bobroff Linda B.
Published: September 2021

Revised! FCS-8639, a 2-page fact sheet by Nan C. Jensen and Linda B. Bobroff, has been updated with new graphics. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, April 2006.
Facts about Thiamin
Authors: Turner R. Elaine
Published: September 2021

Revised! FCS-8667, a 2-page fact sheet by R. Elaine Turner, has been updated with new graphics and revised figures for the amount of thiamin in common foods. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, August 2006.
FCS8667/FY210: Facts about Thiamin (ufl.edu)
Proper Hand Washing for Food Handlers
Authors: Simonne Amy
Published: September 2021

Hand washing is one of the primary methods used to help prevent foodborne illness. Proper hand washing will reduce your risk of transmitting disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and other agents to people who eat the food you handle. If you need to use hand sanitizer, always wash your hands first! Dirt, foods, or anything else on your hands makes the alcohol less effective. Do not use hand sanitizer in place of hand washing! This document is FCS 8784-Eng, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date November 2005.
FCS8784/FY726: Proper Hand Washing for Food Handlers (ufl.edu)
Renting a Home: What to do . . .
Authors: Harrison Mary N.
Published: September 2021

This document is FCS5231-04, one of a series of the Department of Family, Youth and Community Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date: May 2002. Revised: December 2005.
IFAS Community Development: Identifying Local Power Structures, The Social Participation/Social Activity Approach
Authors: Brennan Mark A.
Published: September 2021

FCS9259, a 2-page fact sheet by M.A. Brennan, is part of a series of discussions on community development. This paper focuses on the social participation approach to identifying community power structures. It discusses the assumptions, the procedures for application, the types of leaders identified, and the advantages and disadvantages of this approach. Includes references and suggested reading. Published by the UF Department of Family Youth and Community Sciences, July 2006.
Exploring Opportunities for Malting Barley Production in Florida
Authors: Barrett Charles E. , Zotarelli Lincoln , Willis Sylvia M. , Capasso Jay M. , Carter Ethan T. , Broughton De , Athearn Kevin R. , MacIntosh Andrew , Halbritter Alicia N , Smith Matthew T. , Korus Kevin A. , Leonard Daniel J.
Published: September 2021

This new 6-page publication of the UF/IFAS Horticultural Sciences Department aims to inform Florida growers and the craft brewing and distillery industry about the current knowledge of the potential yield and challenges of barley cultivation in north Florida. Written by Charles E. Barrett, Lincoln Zotarelli, Sylvia M. Willis, Jay M. Capasso, Ethan T. Carter, De Broughton, Kevin R. Athearn, Andrew MacIntosh, Alicia N. Halbritter, Matthew T. Smith, Kevin A. Korus, and Daniel J. Leonard.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/hs1420
Guayaba en Florida
Authors: Malo Simon E. , Campbell Carl W. , Balerdi Carlos F. , Crane Jonathan H.
Published: September 2021

Este documento, HS1033 (HS-4), es uno de una serie de publicaciones del Departamento de Horticultural Sciences, Servicio de Extensión Cooperativa de la Florida, Instituto de Alimentos y Ciencias Agrícolas, Universidad de la Florida (UF/IUFAS). Fecha de primera publicación: octubre 1994. Repasado octubre 2005.
HS1033/HS277: La Guayaba en Florida (ufl.edu)
Mamoncillo Longan en Florida
Authors: Crane Jonathan H. , Balerdi Carlos F. , Sargent Steven A.
Published: September 2021

Este documento, HS1036 (FC-49), es uno de una serie de publicaciones del Departamento de Horticultural Sciences, Servicio de Extensión Cooperativa de la Florida, Instituto de Alimentos y Ciencias Agrícolas, Universidad de la Florida (UF/IUFAS). Fecha de primera publicación: noviembre 1978. Repasado 1994, 2000, y octubre 2005.
HS1036/HS280: El Mamoncillo Longan en Florida (ufl.edu)
External Parasites of Sheep and Goats
Authors: Kaufman Phillip E. , Koehler Philip G. , Butler Jerry F.
Published: September 2021

Arthropod pests limit production in the sheep and goat industry in many ways. External parasites feed on body tissue such as blood, skin, and hair. The wounds and skin irritation produced by these parasites result in discomfort and irritation to the animal. Parasites can transmit diseases from sick to healthy animals. They can reduce weight gains and milk production. In general, infested livestock cannot be efficiently managed to realize optimum production levels.  This document is ENY-273 (IG129), one of a series of the Department of Entomology and Nematology, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date July 1993. Revised March 2006.
ENY-273/IG129: External Parasites of Sheep and Goats (ufl.edu)
Caterpillars that Defoliate Trees and Shrubs
Authors: Buss Eileen A. , Mayfield Albert E.
Published: September 2021

ENY-353, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Eileen A. Buss and Albert E. Mayfield, provides information about damage, identification and biology, monitoring and management of caterpillars. Includes links to additional information and tables of insecticides registered in Florida for use against caterpillars, for homeowners and professional use. Published by the UF Entomology and Nematology Department, June, 2006.
Libélulas y Caballitos del Diablo (Insecta: Odonata)
Authors: Bybee Seth
Published: September 2021

El orden Odonata contiene las libélulas y los caballitos del diablo y es uno de los grupos de insectos más populares. Los odonatos son populares igual con el amateur y el profesional porque son grandes, llenos de color, fácilmente observados, y tienen comportamientos enormemente carismáticos. En años recientes libélulas en particular han sido populares con observadores de pájaros así que las libélulas rivalizan pájaros de envergadura, color, gregariedad, y predictibilidad. Como resulto de su popularidad con el público, la libélula ha llegado a ser el enfoque de muchos esfuerzos conservatorios en Norte América, Europa, y Asia. Este documento, EENY-363, es uno de una serie de publicaciones del Departamento de Entomología y Nematología, UF/IFAS Extensión. Fecha de primera publicación: diciembre 2005.
EENY-363/IN654: Libélulas y Caballitos del Diablo (Insecta: Odonata) (ufl.edu)
Scientific Nomenclature: What's in a Name?
Authors: Rey Jorge
Published: September 2021

ENY-731, a 5-page illustrated fact sheet by Jorge Rey, explores the practice of using scientific names for plants and animals. He discusses why we need scientific names, the history of scientific nomenclature, "grammar" and what the different parts of a scientific name mean. Includes links to additional references. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, June 2006.
Khapra Beetle, Trogoderma granarium Everts (Insecta: Coleoptera: Dermestidae)
Authors: Harris Donny L.
Published: September 2021

EENY-372, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by D.L. Harris, describes one of the most feared stored-product pests in the world. It provides information about synonymy, identification, biology, economic importance, detection and management of this invasive beetle. Includes selected references. This publication has been published as DPI Entomology Circular 262 and is also available on the Featured Creatures Web site by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, May 2006.
EENY-372/IN667: Khapra Beetle, Trogoderma granarium Everts (Insecta: Coleoptera: Dermestidae) (ufl.edu)
Dogwood Borer, Synanthedon scitula (Harris) (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Sesiidae)
Authors: Gyeltshen Jamba , Hodges Amanda
Published: September 2021

EENY-374, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Jamba Gyeltshen and Amanda Hodges, describes this destructive pest of flowering dogwood and other cultivated trees. Part of the Featured Creatures series, this publication covers the distribution, description, biology, host plants, damage, management, and selected references. Part of the Featured Creatures Collection. Published by the UF Department of Entomology and Nematology, May 2006.
EENY-374/IN671: Dogwood Borer, Synanthedon scitula(Harris) (Insecta: Lepidoptera: Sesiidae) (ufl.edu)
Why Do We Use Pesticides?
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: September 2021

This guide explains the benefits of pesticide use and why they are important in our society. Examples are provided to illustrate the importance of pesticides and the living conditions that are not possible without their use. This document is PI-103, one of a series of the Agronomy Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date February 2006.
PI-103/PI140: Why do we use pesticides? (ufl.edu)
Pesticide Labeling: Directions for Use
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: September 2021

This document describes the directions for use section of the pesticide label—usually the largest body of information found on most labels. Examples of typical directions for use statements are provided. This document is PI-104, one of a series of the Agronomy Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date March 2006. 
PI-104/PI141: Pesticide Labeling: Directions for Use (ufl.edu)
Pesticide Labeling: Identification Numbers
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: September 2021

This document describes identification numbers seen on the pesticide label. Examples of various identification numbers are provided and their meanings explained. This document is PI-108, one of a series of the Agronomy Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date March 2006.
PI-108/PI145: Pesticide Labeling: Identification Numbers (ufl.edu)
Worker Protection Standard: Decontamination Supplies
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: September 2021

Employers of pesticide handlers must make sure that decontamination supplies for washing off pesticides and pesticide residues are provided to handlers while they are doing handling tasks. Employers must make sure that decontamination supplies for washing off pesticide residues are provided to workers who are working in a pesticide-treated area and are doing tasks that involve contact with anything that has been treated with the pesticide, including soil, water, or surfaces of plants. This document is PI-116, one of a series of the Pesticide Information Office, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date April 2006.
Glove Selection for Working with Pesticides
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: September 2021

This document explains how to select gloves suitable for handling pesticides. A chemical-resistance chart for various approved materials is presented, and examples of the types of available gloves are displayed. This document is PI-120, one of a series of the Agronomy Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date April 2006.
PI-120/PI157: Glove Selection for Working with Pesticides (ufl.edu)
Storage Limitation Statements: Temperature--Fungicides
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: September 2021

This guide provides general temperature effects on storage properties of agricultural fungicides. A table is included which lists many of the common agricultural fungicides registered for use in Florida with storage statement limitations listed.  This document is PI-122, one of a series of the Agronomy Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date May 2006.
PI-122/PI159: Storage Limitation Statements: Temperature—Fungicides (ufl.edu)
Federal Regulations Affecting Use of Pesticides
Authors: Fishel Frederick M.
Published: September 2021

PI-131, a 7-page fact sheet by Frederick M. Fishel, describes ten federal acts, requirements and standards regulating the use of pesticides. Includes a list of acronyms and references. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, July 2006.
PI-131/PI168: Federal Regulations Affecting Use of Pesticides (ufl.edu)
Botrytis Fruit Rot or Gray Mold of Strawberry
Authors: Mertely James C. , Peres Natalia A.
Published: September 2021

PP-230, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by J. C. Mertely and N. A. Peres, describes the symptoms, disease development, and control of one of the most important diseases of strawberry worldwide. Includes table of fungicides used to control Botrytis fruit rot of strawberry in Florida. Published by the UF Department of Plant Pathology, July 2006.
PP230/PP152: Botrytis Fruit Rot or Gray Mold of Strawberry (ufl.edu)
Fundamentals of Citrus Canker Management
Authors: Timmer Lavern W. , Graham James H. , Chamberlain Holly L.
Published: September 2021

PP-231, a 5-page fact sheet by L. W. Timmer, J. H. Graham and H. L. Chamberlain, provides fundamentals of citrus canker management now that the program to eradicate affected trees has ended. It includes information about protecting canker-free areas through decontamination and inoculum suppression, and for areas where canker is endemic it describes the use of windbreaks, copper sprays, leafminer control, and canker-resistant varieties. Published by the UF Department of Plant Pathology, July 2006.
Citrus Production on the Sandy Soils of Southwest Florida
Authors: Muchovej R. M. , Hanlon Edward A. , Obreza Thomas , Ozores-Hampton Monica , Roka Fritz M. , Shukla Sanjay , Yamataki H. , Morgan Kelly
Published: September 2021

SL-234, a 7-page illustrated fact sheet by R.M. Muchovej, E.A. Hanlon, T. Obreza, M. Ozores-Hampton, F.M. Roka, S. Shukla, H. Yamataki, and K. Morgan, reviews those challenges facing citrus growers dealing with soils, water management, and nutrients. The authors describe evolving strategies to efficiently produce citrus in southwest Florida on variable mineral soils. Published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Science, February 2006.
SL-234/SS453: Citrus Production on the Sandy Soils of Southwest Florida (ufl.edu)
Development of Bahiagrass Fertilization Recommendations: 1990-2005
Authors: Hanlon Edward A. , Mylavarapu Rao , Ezenwa Ikechukwu V.
Published: September 2021

This document provides a history of past Bahiagrass recommendation decision-making, and should aid the Forage Fertilization Working Group with future recommendation development. Ranchers, forage producers, and other interested parties may also use the information in this document to understand the basis for UF/IFAS Bahiagrass liming and fertilization recommendations. This document is SL-237, one of a series of the Soil and Water Science Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date January 2006. Revised March 2006. 
SL-237/SS456: Development of Bahiagrass Fertilization Recommendations: 1990–2008 (ufl.edu)
Nitrogen Fertilizer Sources: What Does The Future Hold for Citrus Producers?
Authors: Obreza Tom , Parsons Larry , Morgan Kelly
Published: September 2021

Florida citrus growers are well aware that nitrogen (N) is the single most important nutrient applied as a fertilizer to assure maximum yield and fruit quality. Most growers are probably also aware of the substantial N fertilizer price increases that have occurred during the past year (Table 1). Ammonium nitrate, the workhorse N fertilizer used by citrus growers for decades, has had the greatest leap in cost. Typical questions on the minds of growers these days are: why has this happened, will it continue, and will economics force a change in the type of N fertilizer we use?  This document is SL-238, one of a series of the Department of Soil and Water Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date February 2006. 
SL238/SS457: Nitrogen Fertilizer Sources: What does the future hold for citrus producers? (ufl.edu)
E. coli and Salmonella on animal farms: sources, survival and management
Authors: Teplitski Max
Published: September 2021

Significant effort has been made by universities and research agencies to help eliminate Salmonella and pathogenic E. coli from animal and dairy farms. This article highlights findings from these recent studies. This document is SL-239, a fact sheet of the Soil and Water Science Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date March 2006.
UF/IFAS Nutrient Management Series: Computational Tools for Field Implementation of the Florida Phosphorus Index - Okeechobee Watershed Area
Authors: Hurt G. Wade , Mylavarapu Rao S. , Boetger S. P.
Published: September 2021

Circular 1339, a 48-page document by G. W. Hurt, R. S. Mylavarapu, and S. P. Boetger, provides many tables with numerical values for each of the various factors listed in the Florida P Index to be used in computations to aid planners in designing conservation plans related to land application of animal wastes. Contents: Introduction -- Components of the P Index -- Field Evaluation and Implementation for Okeechobee County -- Resulting P Index -- References -- Appendix I: Runoff, Leaching Potentials, and K-Factors for County Soils. Published by the UF Department of Soil and Water Sciences, June 2006.
Management Practices to Control Tropical Soda Apple
Authors: Mullahey Jeff , Hogue Patrick , Ferrell Jason , Sellers Brent
Published: September 2021

Revised! SS-AGR-130, a 3-page fact sheet by Jeff Mullahey, Pat Hogue, Jason Ferrell, and Brent Sellers, explains to cattlemen the basics of Prevention, Detection, and Control of Tropical Soda Apple. This version includes updated herbicide recommendations and a list of resources for further information. Published by the UF Department of Agronomy, August 2006.
Sea Turtle Identification and Viewing Guidelines
Authors: Nester Lindsay , Giuliano William M.
Published: September 2021

WEC-209, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Lindsay Nester and William M. Giuliano, provides instruction in how to appropriately view threatened and endangered sea turtles nesting and hatching; how to deal with stranded, injured, or dead turtles; and how to identify leatherback, green, loggerhead, hawksbill, and Kemps ridley turtles. Includes contact information for the Florida Wildlife Commission Hotline and how to find a turtle watch program in Florida. First published: May 2006.
What is Unifas and Why Should IFAS Faculty Enter Information into It?
Authors: Ladewig Howard , Israel Glenn D.
Published: September 2021

Unifas is a web-based information system for collecting information about a faculty members accomplishments in teaching, research, and Extension. The system is designed to help faculty provide stakeholders with a clear understanding of what faculty in the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) are achieving with the resources they receive. This document is AEC-376, one of a series of the Agricultural Education and Communication Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date April 2006.
The Benefits of Extension Program Area Specialization: A Look at Client Satisfaction and Outcomes
Authors: Cotter Mallory L , Israel Glenn
Published: September 2021

This study explores the effect of Extension program area on the perceptions of clientele regarding their overall satisfaction and benefits of services provided by Extension. Written by Mallory L. Cotter and Glenn D. Israel, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication; 5 pp.https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/wc396
Editorial
Authors: Teknodik Redaksi
Published: September 2021

Rekan-rekan pembaca yang kami hormati, syukur alhamdulillah, atas berkat rahmat dan ijin Allah SWT Jurnal Teknodik Volume XVI nomor 3 edisi September 2012 dapat hadir di hadapan Anda. Seperti biasa, dalam edisi ini disajikan 10 artikel yang erat kaitannya dengan masalah pendidikan pada umumnya dan teknologi pendidikan/pembelajaran pada khususnya. Sepuluh artikel tersebut meliputi baik yang berupa hasil penelitian maupun hasil kajian. Selamat menikmati, mudah-mudahan bermanfaat.

Nyayu Khodijah melakukan penelitian tentang profesionalisme guru dalam penerapan model-model pembelajaran inovatif pada Rintisan Sekolah Bertaraf Internasional (RSBI) dan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhinya. Penelitian dilakukan di SMPN 9 Palembang, dengan menggabungkan faktor kualitatif dan faktor kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: 1) profesionalisme guru dalam penerapan model-model pembelajaran inovatif masih belum sesuai harapan. Hal ini terlihat baik dari aspek pengetahuan maupun keterampilan sebagian guru yang masih rendah dalam menerapkan model-model pembelajaran inovatif. Hasil lainnya ada dua faktor yang mempengaruhi penerapan model-model pembelajaran inovatif, yaitu rendahnya kualitas pelatihan/workshop yang diikuti dan rendahnya komitmen dan motivasi guru untuk menerapkan model-model pembelajaran inovatif. Karenanya, direkomendasikan pada pemerintah agar pemerintah meningkatkan kualitas penyelenggaraan pelatihan/ workshop bagi guru dan melakukan upaya-upaya nyata dalam meningkatkan komitmen dan motivasi guru untuk mau menerapkan model-model pembelajaran yang innovatif.
PROFESIONALISME GURU DALAM PENERAPAN MODEL-MODEL PEMBELAJARAN INOVATIF PADA RINTISAN SEKOLAH BERTARAF INTERNASIONAL
Authors: Khodijah Nyayu
Published: September 2021

Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui profesionalisme guru dalam penerapan model-model pembelajaran inovatif pada RSBI dan faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhinya. Penelitian dilakukan di SMPN 9 Palembang. Pendekatan penelitian yang digunakan adalah penggabungan kualitatif dan kuantitatif, sedangkan metode penelitiannya adalah metode deskriptif. Responden penelitiannya meliputi wakil kepala sekolah, kaur kurikulum, dan para guru. Teknik pengumpulan datanya adalah dengan wawancara, angket, dan studi dokumentasi, sedangkan analisis data dilakukan secara kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: 1) profesionalisme guru dalam penerapan model-model pembelajaran inovatif masih belum sesuai harapan. Hal ini terlihat baik dari aspek pengetahuan maupun keterampilan sebagian guru yang masih rendah dalam menerapkan model-model pembelajaran inovatif, dan 2) ada dua faktor yang mempengaruhi penerapan model-model pembelajaran inovatif, yaitu rendahnya kualitas pelatihan/workshop yang diikuti dan rendahnya komitmen dan motivasi guru untuk menerapkan model-model pembelajaran inovatif. Karenanya, direkomendasikan pada pemerintah agar pemerintah meningkatkan kualitas penyelenggaraan pelatihan/workshop bagi guru dan melakukan upaya upaya nyata dalam meningkatkan komitmen dan motivasi guru untuk menerapkannya.
STUDI KELAYAKAN PENGEMBANGAN MODEL MULTIMEDIA TEACHING AIDS PAUD
Authors: Manikowati Manik
Published: September 2021

Studi kelayakan ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji layak tidaknya model multimedia teaching aids PAUD dikembangkan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif. Data dan informasi dikumpulkan melalui petikan hasil evaluasi program teaching aids yang telah dikembangkan pada periode sebelumnya dan dokumen hasil analisis kebutuhan teaching aids yang telah dilakukan pada tahap sebelumnya. Kedua hasil kajian tersebut selanjutnya dikomparasikan untuk mendapatkan simpulan. Dari hasil studi yang dilakukan diperoleh bahwa pada pengembangan model multimedia teaching aids yang dikembangkan pada periode sebelumnya, kelemahan yang signifikan terdapat pada format sajian. Sedang dari studi hasil analisis didapatkan bahwa multimedia teaching aids dibutuhkan oleh sekolah-sekolah PAUD dan dibutuhkan oleh pengguna untuk memotivasi dalam proses pembelajaran, untuk mewakili konten materi yang diajarkan, serta dibutuhkan untuk melengkapi sarana dan prasarana pembelajaran (learning sources). Dari hasil komparasi disimpulkan bahwa model multimedia teaching aids untuk PAUD dengan format sajian yang berbeda dari sebelumnya layak dikembangkan.