bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Research on the Academic Growth and Engineering Ability Cultivation of Students in Private Universities Based on the Concept of “CDIO-F”
Authors: Yang Yufan
Published: August 2023

The CDIO concept is an advanced engineering education concept. Private universities are an important component of higher education in China, and academic growth and engineering ability are key indicators for cultivating engineering college students. However, in private universities, the academic growth and engineering ability cultivation of engineering students cannot fully meet the needs of society. Therefore, the cultivation of students’ academic growth and engineering ability has become an urgent issue to be solved. On the basis of the CDIO concept, the paper adds a feedback link and proposes a CDIO-F engineering education model. By demonstrating the compatibility of the CDIO-F concept with students’ academic growth and engineering ability cultivation, a CDIO-F based model for private university students’ academic growth and engineering ability cultivation is established. This provides new ideas for the cultivation of engineering majors in private universities.
Strategies Employed by Dagbamba Drummers in Revealing the Identity of their Patrons
Authors: Nindow Mohammed Osman
Published: August 2023

This work analyses the strategies employed by Dagbamba drummers in revealing the identity of their patrons in the praises they sing. Dagbamba are an ethnic group in the Northern Region of Ghana. Drummers form a special unite of this ethnic group and they are those who sing praise songs among the Dagbamba. In this paper, the researcher identified four (4) strategies that are used by the drummers when singing praise songs. The strategies identified and discussed are 1) using a person’s patrilineal line to tell who he is, 2) using the matrilineal line of a subject to reveal his/her identity, 3) using the heroic deeds of a subject to tell his identity and finally, 4) blending the first three (3) strategies to reveal/conceal the subject’s identity. The paper also shows that there are other minor strategies that the drummer will combine with the four (4) main strategies when singing praise songs.
Robert Frost’s Poems: Picture of “Man”
Authors: Makhbubakhon Shokirova , Zuhriddin Juraev , Muhlisa Bekmirzaeva
Published: August 2023

Historically, poetry has been the most beautiful language human being has. So, there was something about the beauty of language that poetry was the dream of every civilization. One such unique poet is Robert Frost. Below this article aimed to study the great American poet and the theme of man in his poetry. Robert Frost’s poetry represents the themes that are still relevant to humanity today. So, this article examines how the theme of man is treated in Robert Frost’s poetry and what wonders he reveals about a man. Also, the article briefly discusses the great poet and his poetry with quotes from the opinions of Frost’s contemporary and later major literary figures. This study aims to analyze Robert Frost’s attitude to human nature and how human reality is illuminated in his poetry. At the same time, in Frost’s poems, it is necessary to show all the variability of human relationships and to come to some conclusions about the relative importance of human behavior through this humble research. The method used introduces the human theme in Frost’s poetry and makes analytical comments. Then, in several of Frost’s poems, the analysis and studies about mankind are provided. Finally, some concluding thoughts are shared. Received: 23 May 2022, Received in revised form: 14 Jun 2022, Accepted: 20 Jun 2022, Available online: 27 Jun 2022
Análisis estratégico para la toma de decisiones aplicado al emprendimiento
Authors: Juárez Hernández Elizabeth Alejandra
Published: August 2023

El artículo presenta el análisis y los resultados de un estudio realizado a cinco consultorías en el área de implementación de productos y servicios en Telecomunicaciones (Telco), para advertir si una nueva consultoría en esta área es opción para emprender.
Como fundamento a este análisis se describe una introducción al tema mencionando, un marco teórico en el cuál se abordan los temas principales como la consultoría, la administración colaborativa y la investigación-acción para la toma de decisiones. Posteriormente se presenta un análisis de esas cinco empresas de consultoría en telecomunicaciones y las conclusiones del trabajo de investigación.
La apreciación de la Ciudad: de cómo se interpreta a la ciudad a través del collage. Ejercicio con la teoría de las Representaciones Sociales
Authors: Alvarez Vázquez Gustavo
Published: August 2023

El presente trabajo es un ejercicio de investigación en el cual se busca poner a prueba a la Teoría de las Representaciones Sociales como instrumento metodológico para realizar análisis del contenido del collage, visto este como un objeto cultural en el cual se objetivan las estructuras cognitivas de sentido común desde las cuales un conjunto de sujetos le otorga significatividad al espacio social entendido como “ciudad”. Para ello, se tomaron como objetos de estudio un conjunto de obras realizadas por estudiantes de la carrera Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia de la Facultad de Estudios Superiores Cuautitlán-UNAM.
Competencias Informacionales: ¿Una necesidad en los procesos de investigación?
Authors: Yáñez Hernández Adriana
Published: August 2023

En el devenir del siglo XXI de nueva cuenta la ciencia, las humanidades, la tecnología y todas las áreas del conocimiento humano están inmersas en complejos procesos de cambio, alguno de ellos radicales; conllevan la búsqueda permanente para que las diversas sociedades alcancen niveles de bienestar social. Las organizaciones juegan un papel crucial en dicho proceso con base en que son caja de resonancia del cambio contextual, sociocultural, productivo y tecnológico.
Los procesos productivos actuales exigen individuos eficientes, capaces de resolver problemas en un mundo globalizado para cumplir con las exigencias de la competitividad, con nuevas formas de educar y preparar a los alumnos y docentes a las demandas de la sociedad; permiten replantear los procesos de enseñanza – aprendizaje para acercar a los procesos de investigación a través de incentivar nuevas prácticas educativas a cumplir con las competencias informacionales para obtener mayor rendimiento en la enseñanza y coadyuve a la generación de investigación.
El quehacer científico: docencia e investigación en la construcción de nuevo conocimiento
Authors: Sánchez Ambriz Gerardo , Pérez Balbuena José de Jesús , González Martínez María de Jesús
Published: August 2023

El propósito del artículo es enunciar los principios teóricos del quehacer científico de los docentes universitarios, basado en la ciencia, el método científico y la metodología de la investigación, así como sus aplicaciones en el proceso de investigación científica, adoptando el modelo: Introducción, Métodos, Resultados y Discusión (IMRyD) desde un ángulo amigable y vivencial con el fin de que a través de las cátedras que se disertan cotidianamente a los educandos de pregrado y posgrado, formulen investigaciones formales y superen rápido etapas de periodos dubitativos, indagación y acción; argumentando y demostrando que el conocimiento científico no es algo inalcanzable o impenetrable, sino una actividad cotidiana, sistemática, con procesos y procedimientos accesibles mediante la disciplina y los métodos adecuados.
Actualización de la lista de mamíferos silvestres de la Sierra de Santa Catarina, Ciudad de México
Authors: Márquez Villalba Galo Ludwig , Martínez-Coronel Matías , Pérez Hernández Raúl Balam , Rivera-Tellez Diego , Galeana-Barrera Luis Enrique
Published: August 2023

La Sierra de Santa Catarina (SSC) es un accidente geográfico ubicado al oriente de la Ciudad de México (CDMX), que funciona como refugio para un número desconocido de especies de flora y fauna, la cual debido a la expansión de la frontera urbana y actividad minera ha ido disminuyendo su área, llevando a un estado crítico a las especies que aún la habitan. El presente trabajo compila un listado actualizado de los mamíferos de la SSC, con base en registros provenientes de la literatura y de las bases de datos abiertas Naturalista y GBIF. En total obtuvimos 28 especies de mamíferos presentes en la SSC, que representan el 34% de los 82 taxa reportados para la CDMX. El grupo que predomina fueron los roedores con 16 especies, seguido por los carnívoros y quirópteros con cuatro especies cada uno. Cuatro especies están bajo alguna categoría de riesgo según la normatividad mexicana (NOM-059-SEMARNAT-2019): Notiosorex crawfordi y Choeronycteris mexicana están clasificadas como Amenazadas, Leptonycteris yerbabuenae y Dipodomys phillipsii bajo Protección especial. Debido al deterioro ambiental, es posible que algunas especies hayan desaparecido de la zona, por lo que es necesario trabajo de campo para conocer la riqueza y estado de conservación actual de la mastofauna del lugar.
Dieta del cacomixtle Bassariscus astutus en la Sierra de Santa Catarina, Ciudad de México
Authors: Pérez Hernández Raúl Balam , Martínez-Coronel Matías
Published: August 2023

El cacomixtle norteño, Bassariscus astutus, es un prociónido que se distribuye desde el noroeste y centro de Estados Unidos de América hasta el sur de México. Es considerado una especie generalista y oportunista, con una dieta que varía dependiendo de su ubicación geográfica, aunque en general tiende a ser más herbívoro, con algunas excepciones donde la materia animal domina su dieta. En la Sierra de Santa Catarina, Ciudad de México, determinamos la dieta del cacomixtle (B. astutus) con base en 61 excretas recuperadas entre febrero y julio de 2021. Determinamos ocho categorías alimentarias: semillas, tallos y cortezas, insectos, líquenes, aves, mamíferos terrestres, mamíferos voladores y restos antropogénicos. Dentro de estas categorías se contabilizaron 22 elementos. La dieta estuvo dominada por las semillas de pirul (Schinus molle) y Prosopis sp., así como tallos y cortezas, y en menor proporción se registró el consumo de insectos y mamíferos terrestres. El liquen y los plásticos tuvieron valores marginales de representatividad. Registramos por primera en la dieta del cacomixtle a Schinus molle, Calliandra houstoniana, Microtus mexicanus, Cratogeomys merriami, Choeronycteris mexicana y Notiosorex crawfordii. No obstante que el área de estudio está rodeada por asentamientos proveedores de materiales antropogénicos a los que tiene acceso el cacomixtle, en la SSC no encontramos evidencia del consumo de estos recursos.
Ecología poblacional de una tropa de Alouatta palliata en un bosque premontano de Costa Rica
Authors: González-Maya José F.
Published: August 2023

El mono congo, Alouatta palliata, ha sido ampliamente estudiado a lo largo de su distribución en zonas bajas, pero los estudios en ecosistemas de montaña no son muy numerosos. El presente estudio se realizó en las faldas del volcán Rincón de la Vieja, aproximadamente a 700 msnm, en un área compuesta por una mezcla de remanentes de bosques primarios y secundarios y pasturas dedicadas a la ganadería, con fuerte actividad turística. Se estudió una tropa de la que se evaluó su tamaño, ámbito de hogar, movimientos diarios, comportamiento, uso de hábitat y dieta. Se encontró que el descanso fue la actividad predominante, así como una relación significativa entre el movimiento y la alimentación. A su vez, seis especies de plantas fueron reportadas dentro de la dieta de la especie, existiendo preferencia por Garcinia intermedia, la parte más consumida fueron las hojas tiernas. Se estimó un ámbito de hogar de 889.16 m2 y un promedio de 516 m recorridos diarios durante el tiempo de estudio. Tres de los cuatro hábitats disponibles fueron usados en una alta proporción con respecto a su disponibilidad. Los resultados difieren poco con poblaciones de estudios previos en zonas bajas y en hábitats con menor presión, indicando que es posible que la visitación turística no tenga una influencia significativa sobre las tropas de la especie en hábitats perturbados.
Study and Extraction of Ammoniacal Nitrogen from Wastewater
Authors: Patel Hiren , Modi Parth
Published: August 2023

Abstract: In order to avoid environmental pollution, ammoniacal nitrogen must be removed from wastewater. This study contrasts the vacuum stripping system and di- electrophoresis as two ways for removing ammoniacal nitrogen from artificial effluent. The wastewater evaporating and ammoniacal nitrogen is separated from water using the vacuum stripping process. The di- electrophoresis system uses an electric field to separate charged compounds from the wastewater, including ammoniacal nitrogen. According to experimental results, both procedures are effective at removing ammoniacal nitrogen from wastewater, still the vacuum stripping approach has a better effectiveness than the di- electrophoresis procedure. the di- electrophoresis has the benefit of being a nonstop process with a less processing time. The vacuum stripping is more economically feasible for smallscale operations, whereas the di- electrophoresis process is more applicable for large- scale artificial operations, according to an profitable feasibility analysis that considered capital and functional costs. In conclusion, the choice of fashion for removing ammoniacal nitrogen from wastewater will depend on variables such the necessary effectiveness, recycling duration, and fiscal viability. The information from this study can be used to choose the proper method for removing ammoniacal nitrogen from wastewater.
Hybrid Hemp Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Composites with Graphene\'s Water Absorption Over Time and Impact on Mechanical Properties
Authors: Shalom Mr. N. , Siva Mr. P. , Rahul Siva R. , . Moses Mr. Jebin. E , Ram Mr. K. Sri
Published: August 2023

Abstract: For many technical applications, there is rising interest in using natural fibres instead of artificial ones for making polymer composites. It should be demonstrated that it is suitable for use in outside situations given their purported hydrophilic inclination. The behaviour of hybrid hemp fiber-reinforced epoxy composites containing 0%, 0.5%, 1%, and 1.5% by weight of graphene under immersion in water for 1000, 2000, and 3000 hours was examined in this work. The wood's shear strength was then measured both before and after it was submerged in water. The outcomes demonstrated that the composites' mechanical characteristics were enhanced by the graphene nanoparticles. The Fickian rule was followed in the hybrid natural fibre composites' moisture absorption process, although moisture absorption and moisture were dramatically decreased by the use of graphene. After 3000 hours of exposure, the hempural strength of hybrid composites containing 0%, 0.5%, 1%, and 1.5% was assessed.
Transformerless Grid-Connected Inverters: Advancements, Challenges, and Future Prospects
Authors: Omre Sharvendra Kumar , . Ashutosh , Sharma Ankit Kumar , Thakur Mitali
Published: August 2023

Abstract: The rapid growth of renewable energy sources and the increasing demand for efficient power conversion have spurred significant advancements in grid-connected inverter technology. Among these, transformerless grid-connected inverters have emerged as a prominent solution due to their compact size, reduced cost, and enhanced efficiency. This review paper provides a comprehensive analysis of transformerless grid-connected inverters, focusing on their operational principles, key topologies, benefits, challenges, and potential future developments. Through a systematic exploration of recent research and industry trends, this paper aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the state-of-the-art in transformerless grid-connected inverter technology.
Efficient Wireless Power Transfer Topology for Phone Charging Application
Authors: Arcot Santosh
Published: August 2023

Abstract: Wireless power transfer scheme used on phone chargers are expected to have high efficiency, and reliability. However, existing AC-DC converter schemes were shown to be susceptible to leakage inductance and have lower regulation or excessive power losses. Output voltage regulation is a concern for wireless power converter topologies due to the need for additional shunt devices at DC output. In this paper, literature survey on various wireless power transfer scheme is performed with specific focus on phone charging applications. A modified topology using impedance matching transformer is presented with circuit analysis and LT spice simulation results. It is shown that the proposed topology can deliver better output voltage regulation at various coupling coefficients indicating a superior circuit performance for various separation distances between transmitting and receiving coil.
A Novel Intervention Including Personalized Nutrition and Exercise Recommendations Lowers Haemoglobin A1c, Weight, Waist Circumference, and Medication use in Diabetes and Obesity
Authors: Yavarna Tarunashree , Parida Kamal , Bansal Manish , Kapur Suman
Published: August 2023

Background: The prevalence of diabetes and obesity has increased globally, but population-level health outcomes have not improved significantly. Diabetes medications are often associated with weight gain, hypoglycaemia, and cardiovascular risks. People with diabetes and obesity often receive generic “eat less, exercise more” guidelines that do not lead to sustainable outcomes.
Objective: Evaluate the effectiveness of a personalized intervention focused on Plant-Based Whole Foods (PBWF), Time Restricted Eating (TRE), and Fractionized Exercise (FE) in reducing blood glucose, weight, waist circumference, and medication use.
Methods: A retrospective study was conducted on a non-randomized group of 41 participants. Adults with diabetes or prediabetes (68%) or obesity (32%) (mean age: 47 years; SD: 13 years; 76% male) received personalized coaching remotely and digitally for 3 to 6 months, depending on their health and motivation baseline. A total of 35 participants completed their intervention. The primary measures were changes in HbA1c, fasting and postprandial glucose levels, weight, waist circumference, and medication use.
Results: The intervention yielded significant improvements in various health parameters among the Diabetic/Prediabetic and Weight loss program participants. Specifically, a reduction was observed from baseline to completion in HbA1c by 1.64 percent points, fasting glucose by 24 percent, postprandial glucose by 27 percent, weight by 3.4 percent, and waist circumference by 3.2 percent in the Diabetic/Prediabetic program participants. In the Weight loss program participants, there was a reduction in weight by 7.5 percent and waist circumference by 6.8 percent. Participants with diabetes who were on insulin injections prior to the start of the intervention reduced their insulin doses by 67 percent by the end of their personalized program. Participants onnon-insulin, oral hypo-glycaemic agents at baseline reduced such medication categories by 27 percent.
Conclusions: The findings suggest that a personalized program combining PBWF, TRE, and FE can significantly improve the biomarkers of metabolic health in individuals with diabetes and obesity while reducing the need for medications.
Reversal of Type 2 Diabetes on a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet: A Case Report
Authors: Singh Kamalpreet
Published: August 2023

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia. T2D may lead to health complications such as retinal damage, chronic kidney disease, peripheral neuropathy, systemic hypertension, and coronary heart disease. This case report presents the complete reversal of T2D in a newly diagnosed patient after initiation of a whole food plant-based diet. He was able to reverse diabetes and maintain normal blood glucose readings without any pharmacological treatment.
El cohecho pasivo como deslealtad del funcionario público
Authors: Rusca Bruno
Published: August 2023

El trabajo presenta una defensa de la teoría del cohecho pasivo como deslealtad del funcionario público. Previamente, se examinan dos puntos de vista diferentes sobre el problema, desarrollados en el ámbito continental europeo; en comparación con estas propuestas, la teoría de la deslealtad no solo permite comprender acabadamente la razón por la cual el cohecho pasivo constituye un comportamiento especialmente desvalioso, sino también proporcionar parámetros para diferenciarlo de otros delitos que pueden cometer los funcionarios públicos. Por último, se analizan las consecuencias de la política criminal que se derivan de la teoría defendida, en particular los lineamientos que debería seguir la legislación penal sobre el cohecho.
Design of Korean Language Education Communicative Competency Unit based on Understanding by Design: Focusing on ‘Discussing’
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Ryu Jung O
Published: August 2023

Objectives This study aims to design Korean language education communicative competency unit based on backward design, focusing on ‘discussing.’
Methods The unit design was promoted according to the ADDIE model procedure. The analysis (A) step proceeded with a discussion on related theories, an analysis of preceding studies, and an analysis of the Korean language education curriculum. The design (D) step built up a unit design model reflecting three-step procedures of backward design to implement the learners’ ‘true understanding’ pursued by the backward design model. The development (D) step designed Korean language education communicative competency unit based on backward design, focusing on ‘discussing,’ going through the expert review process. The evaluation (E) step conducted a verification survey of validation of the unit design (draft) with Korean language education experts (12 persons).
Results As a result of verification survey of validation of the unit design (draft), the CVR value of each item exceeded the standard value (.56). Thus, it was judged that this unit design (draft) secured the validity.
Conclusions This study developed a Korean language education communicative competency unit based on backward design, focusing on ‘discussing.’ This study proposed a unit model in which the whole process of discussion could be systematically experienced in one unit by utilizing the Evaluation Index of Korean Language Education Communicative Competency. In addition, a discussion rubric was developed to develop an assessment tool for measuring learners. Hopefully, this study will help studies and practices of ‘competency-oriented Korean language education.’
Analyzing the impact of psychological activity on reducing depressive symptoms and increasing life satisfaction in elderly diabetics patients group
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim ok jin , Park ji yeon , Choi bo young
Published: August 2023

Objectives The primary aim of this study is to identify the factors that influence the psychological well-being of elderly individuals with diabetes through the implementation of a physical activity exercise program. Additionally, the study seeks to analyze the changes that occur in these factors.
Methods A cohort of nine elderly diabetic patients, who received education at the J Diabetes and Hypertension Registration Education Center in J City, participated in an eight-week exercise program conducted on a weekly basis. Pre- and post-program assessments were performed to measure the outcomes. Subsequently, interviews were conducted with the participants upon completion of the program to evaluate its effects and analyze the obtained results.
Results The findings of study indicated that the exercise program implemented for elderly diabetic patients had some impacts, albeit not statistically significant, on various health indicators. The intervention led to a minor reduction of 0.3 in body mass index and a 0.5 decrease in body fat percentage. However, these changes did not show statistical significance. Similarly, the Berg Balance Scale evaluation showed a moderate increase of 0.44, but this increase did not reach statistical significance either. Nonetheless, when examining specific aspects of balance perception, the study indicated noteworthy and statistically significant results (p<.001). With respect to psychological factors, the findings indicated a slight reduction of 0.25 points in depression scores and a modest increase of 0.2 points in life satisfaction scores. However, similar to the physical health indicators, these changes did not show statistical significance. Notably, during the qualitative interviews conducted with the participants, positive experiences were reported by the participants regarding adecrease in depressive symptoms and an overall improvement in life satisfaction.
Conclusions The findings of this study indicate that the exercise program leads to a significant reduction in body mass index and body fat, along with an improvement in balance perception. Additionally, it exerts a positive influence on psychological factors by reducing depressive symptoms and increasing life satisfaction among elderly individuals with diabetes. Further research is required to explore the health status, levels of depression, and life satisfaction of elderly diabetic patients in more depth.
Switching quantum reference frames in the N-body problem and the absence of global relational perspectives
Authors: Vanrietvelde Augustin , Höhn Philipp A. , Giacomini Flaminia
Published: August 2023

Given the importance of quantum reference frames (QRFs) to both quantum and gravitational physics, it is pertinent to develop a systematic method for switching between the descriptions of physics relative to different choices of QRFs, which is valid in both fields. Here we continue with such a unifying approach, begun in [Quantum 4, 225 (2020)], whose key ingredient is a symmetry principle, which enforces physics to be relational. Thanks to gauge related redundancies, this leads to a perspective-neutral structure which contains all frame choices at once and via which frame perspectives can be consistently switched. Formulated in the language of constrained systems, the perspective-neutral structure is the constraint surface classically and the gauge invariant Hilbert space in the Dirac quantized theory. By contrast, a perspective relative to a specific frame corresponds to a gauge choice and the associated reduced phase and Hilbert space. QRF changes thus amount to a gauge transformation. We show that they take the form of `quantum coordinate changes'. We illustrate this in a general mechanical model, namely the relational N-body problem in 3D space with rotational and translational symmetry. This model is especially interesting because it features the Gribov problem so that globally valid gauge fixing conditions, and hence relational frame perspectives, are absent. The constraint surface is topologically non-trivial and foliated by 3-, 5- and 6-dimensional gauge orbits, where the lower dimensional orbits are a set of measure zero. The N-body problem also does not admit globally valid canonically conjugate pairs of Dirac observables. These challenges notwithstanding, we exhibit how one can construct the QRF transformations for the 3-body problem. Our construction also sheds new light on the generic inequivalence of Dirac and reduced quantization through its interplay with QRF perspectives.
Penerapan Strategi Cooperative Learning Pada Mata Pelajaran SKI Kelas VII MTs Darul Aitami Aceh Selatan
Authors: Khaira Tazkirah , Zulfatmi Zulfatmi
Published: August 2023

Learning strategy can be interpreted as a plan that contains a series of activities designed to achieve certain educational goals. Cooperative learning is learning that is carried out together or in groups between students and other students, who help each other in solving a problem on the material that has been given by the teacher in order to achieve completeness in achieving the lesson. Learning Islamic Cultural History (SKI) is a conscious effort made by the teacher to provide knowledge to students about important events that occurred in Islamic civilization and its figures with the aim of motivating students towards noble behavior changes. This study aims to describe the implementation of cooperative learning in SKI class VII MTs Darul Aitami Aceh Selatan. This study used a qualitative approach with descriptive analysis of the data that the author obtained in the field. Data collection was done by interview and observation. The author conducted interviews with SKI subject teachers and the author made continuous observations of class VII. And the results of the study show that the application of cooperative learning carried out by SKI subject teachers at MTs Darul Aitami is fairly "good". This can be seen from the process of preliminary activities, core activities and closing activities where most of the indicators are well achieved.
Analisis Perencaan Peningkatan Kualitas Mutu Lulusan di Sekolah
Authors: Suwar Arizul , Azhar Azhar
Published: August 2023

Planning to improve the quality of graduates is the obligation of educational institutions, especially schools as an effort to realize the ideals of national education. Improving the quality of graduates in schools is usually carried out through the policy of the school principal who acts as a leader who mobilizes the school community to realize the school's vision, mission, goals and objectives through programs that are implemented in a planned and gradual manner. The goal to be achieved from quality improvement planning is produce quality graduates to prepare graduates to face their future. The preparation of quality improvement plans in schools is usually carried out in two stages, namely: preparation of a work program and preparation of a curriculum. This article aims to analyze plans to improve the quality of graduates along with their derivative discussions carried out by schools. This study uses library research methods. The findings of this article are that planning to improve the quality of graduates in schools is still oriented towards quantity and has not yet touched the quality dimension. The quality of graduates is only measured through numbers such as report cards, test scores, and the number of students who pass. The dimensions of quality as mandated in the law such as creative, responsible, independent and so on must also be considered. With regard to the increasingly high demands and competition in the world of work, this cannot be answered without solid personality qualities. One of the main personality qualities is creativity.
Konsep Ma’rifatullah dalam Kitab Umm Al-Barahain Karya Imam Sanusi: Analisis Inti Pendidikan Akidah
Authors: Ulfah Sarah
Published: August 2023

The problems of akidah that arise are one of the impacts of not maximizing akidah education in Indonesia. The akidah education offered so far is a creed that focuses on (dogmatic) acceptance only. That Allah exists, the qur’an is true and everything must be accepted with trust and faith. In fact, when viewed from the object of the study of faith (akidah), it is included in the philosophical paradigm which demands rational arguments to strengthen faith so that it is not just taqlid. Problems such as surrendering to taqlid without adhering to the arguments that are in accordance with the teachings of the qur’an - namely conducting investigations by using reason - coupled with not mastering the correct creed because a lack of understanding and attention can lead to deviations and not infrequently even against the true creed. The problems above appear as implications rather than not being ma'rifatullah. Whereas in faith education, ma'rifatullah is the core of teaching that must be achieved. Looking at the phenomena that have been stated above, the author feels that this topic is very important to study and hopes that this paper will become a dedication to readers and academics so that the study of faith in Indonesian education can be given more attention so that it can achieve its core and objectives, namely ma'rifatullah The results of this study indicate that what is meant by the obligation of ma'rifatullah in Umm al-barahain Imam Sanusi is ma'rifah towards the attributes of Allah and all divine laws, not ma'rifah towards His essence and His essence because there is nothing know both. And a person is said to be ma'rifah when he fulfills the three characteristics of ma'rifah, namely jazm (belief with firm belief) in accordance with the truth and this belief must be accompanied by rational arguments.
Pembelajaran Agama Islam pada Sekolah Dasar Suka Maju Kota Subulussalam (Strategi Pembentukan Akhlakul Karimah)
Authors: Rahmah Siti , Walidin Warul , Masbur Masbur
Published: August 2023

The aims of this study were: (1) to find out the role of the teacher in learning the Islamic religion in SD Suka Maju, Subulussalam City. (2) To find out the learning strategy applied in SD Suka Maju, Subulussalam City (3) To find out the supporting and inhibiting factors in implementing the akhlakul karimah strategy at SD Suka Maju, Subulussalam City. This study used a qualitative descriptive research method with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documents. Data analysis techniques use data reduction, data display, and conclusions or verification. The research location is at SD  Suka Maju, Subulussalam City. The results of this study are as follows: 1). The role of the teacher in learning Islamic religion, namely: The teacher carries out his duties as an educator, educates, directs, sets an example or is exemplary, gives advice, reprimands, guides, and gives motivation. And the teacher guides the learning process well and effectively to achieve learning goals. 2). The learning strategies used in Islamic religious education at SD Suka Maju Kota Subulussalam are expository, inquiry learning strategies, problem-based learning strategies, and contextual learning strategies. 3). There are several supporting factors in the formation of Akhlakul Karimah at SD Suka Maju, including Student enthusiasm in the learning process of forming Akhlakul Karimah, Religious activities at school become routines that are carried out at school such as reading Surat Yasin every Friday, Rules that support the realization of the essence of the formation of Akhlakul karimah for SD Suka Maju students, qualified and disciplined teachers, a conducive extracurricular school environment that helps in the formation of Akhlakul karimah for students, and the support and active role of parents and guardians While the inhibiting factors in the formation of Akhlakul Karimah in SD Suka Maju include: different backgrounds of students, lack of interest and enthusiasm of students in learning religion, awareness of less disciplined students, and influence of the environment outside the school.
Strategi Guru PAI dalam Pembelajaran Al-Qur’an Siswa di SD Negeri Se-Kota Subulussalam
Authors: Zamzah Farliati Yuli , Nyak Umar Mukhsin , Jamali Yusra
Published: August 2023

This study aims to investigate the strategies used by Islamic Religious Education (PAI) teachers in learning the Qur'an in public elementary schools in Subulussalam City. This study involved PAI teachers as participants and elementary school students as research subjects. The method used is qualitative research with a case study approach. This study involved data collection through classroom observation, interviews with Islamic Religious Education teachers, and analysis of documents related to learning the Qur'an. The data collected was then analyzed using an inductive approach, by identifying the learning strategies used by PAI teachers and exploring their effectiveness in facilitating students' understanding and appreciation of the Qur'an. The results of the study show that there are various strategies used by PAI teachers in learning the Qur'an at SD Negeri Sekota Subulussalam. These strategies include using a variety of teaching materials, using interesting learning media, using information technology, using interactive discussion and question-and-answer methods, and giving assignments and projects related to the Qur'an. These strategies aim to facilitate students' understanding, appreciation, and practical application of the teachings of the Qur'an. Nevertheless, this study also identified several obstacles faced by Islamic Religious Education teachers in implementing Al-Qur'an learning strategies. These obstacles include limited time for learning, limited quality learning resources, and challenges in motivating students to study the Qur'an seriously.
Peran Dai Perbatasan Aceh dalam Pembinaan Akhlak Masyarakat di Kecamatan Danau Paris Aceh Singkil
Authors: Manan Abdul , Nyak Umar Mukhsin , Misbah T. Lembong
Published: August 2023

This study aims to determine the role of Da'i in fostering Community Morals in Danau Paris, Aceh Singkil District. To what extent is the role of the da'i, what are the beliefs of the minority Muslim community, what are the supporting and inhibiting factors faced by the preacher at the research location. The method used in this research is qualitative. This method is carried out in relation to existing phenomena in the field by collecting data, especially from research informants. The data collection techniques used were interviews and documentation, the research subject was the role of the preacher in Danau Paris District, Aceh Singkil Regency. The results showed that the role of the preacher used was to invite and persuade the community to do good by filling in recitations, sermons Friday, educating children by reading Al-Qur’an, delivering religious lectures based on the Al-Qur’an and Hadits, which is a foundation from Allah SWT. The results achieved by the da'i in Danau Paris District in improving and fostering community morals have progressed and given drastic changes so that the da'i is declared successful in achieving da'wah by using this role.
Penerapan Model Demonstrasi pada Pembelajaran PAI Materi Fardhu Kifayah dalam Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Kelas XI IPA SMAS PLUS Muhammadiyah di Subulussalam
Authors: Sarianti Sarianti , Nyak Umar Mukhsin , Jamali Yusra
Published: August 2023

This study aims to examine the application of the demonstration model in learning Islamic Religious Education (PAI) with a focus on Fardhu Kifayah material and its impact on improving student learning outcomes in class XI Science at SMAS Plus Muhammadiyah in Subulussalam. The research method used is Classroom Action Research (CAR) with three cycles. The research data were obtained through observation, written tests, and document analysis. The demonstration model is applied in each cycle with structured steps and actively involves students in the practice of Fardhu Kifayah. The results showed a significant increase in student learning outcomes after the implementation of the demonstration model. The conclusion of this study is that the application of the demonstration model in PAI learning Fardhu Kifayah material can provide positive benefits in improving student learning outcomes. This model allows students to see and experience Fardhu Kifayah's practice firsthand, which helps increase students' understanding, skills, and motivation in carrying out the ritual.
Motivasi Orang Tua Santri dalam Menyekolahkan Anaknya di Pesantren Darul Muta’allimin Pasca Meninggalnya Abuya Syekh H. Bahauddin Tawar
Authors: Bancin Baharuddin , Nyak Umar Mukhsin , Masbur Masbur
Published: August 2023

This study aims to determine the role of parents of students in sending their children to the Darul Muta'allimin Islamic Boarding School. And to describe the level of motivation of parents in sending their children to the Darul Muta'allimin Tanah Merah Islamic Boarding School after the death of Abuya Syekh H. Bahauddin Tawar. This study used a qualitative approach with data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation. The results of the study show that: 1) The role of parents in sending their children to the Darul Muta'allimin Islamic Boarding School is divided into 3 roles, namely Providing Support, Providing Motivation and Supervising. 2) The level of parents' motivation was very high in sending their children to the Darul Muta'allimin Tanah Merah Islamic Boarding School after the death of the late Alm. Abuya H. Bahauddin Tawar. This can be seen from the increasing number of students every year. In the 2022/2023 academic year, the total number of students at the Darul Muta'allimin Islamic Boarding School was recorded at 1,414 students.
Review on Growth Factor Loaded Scaffolds for Rapid Healing of Bone Tissue
Authors: Boddepalli Yochana , Chava Nikhitha , Gadiraju Sarvani , Sri Pachchava Kavya , Kotikalapudi Karthik , Siddiqui Nadeem
Published: August 2023

Artificial bone implants from various sources, including metals, polymers, and bio-ceramics, turned out to be extensivelyoccupied in present-day tissue engineering applications. The biomaterials provide an essential platform for the osteoblast cells tomultiply, increase, and differentiate into mature osteocytes leading to bone regeneration in the defect site. Apart from biomaterialsand cells, the other essential component in tissue engineering is growth factors. Growth factors are the biomolecules responsiblefor transformation, growth, migration, and cell crawling on the biomaterial's surface. Many growth factors like BMP (BoneMorphogenetic Protein) family, (Transforming Growth Factor Beta) TGF-β, and VEGF (Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor)exhibit a crucial role in angiogenesis, extracellular matrix (ECM) formation and transformation of fibroblasts and other stem cellsinto osteocytes aiding in bone growth. In addition, the growth factors have higher renal clearance making it tough to maintain theirlevels at the site of injury, which demands a sustained release approach. Our review aims to explore various growth factors usedin treating bone defects; the primary objective is to understand each growth factor's role in the healing process and tailor thescaffold according to the requirement. Further, in this review, we have focused on the growth factors being used, their importance,and the sustained release strategies being followed for the efficient distribution of growth factors and, thus, bone healing bycovering the use of different growth factors in conjunction with biomaterials involved in the treatment of bone tissue defects.
Phytochemical Screening and Acute Oral Toxicity Studies of Seeds of Hyptis Suaveolens and Fruits of Coccinia Grandis.
Authors: Narumalla Jagannath , Sheela Dr.D. , Rohit Dixit Dr.
Published: August 2023

Hyptis suaveolens, a member of the Lamiaceae family, is traditionally used as a carminative and an expectorant. It is also found to haveanti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anti-cancer potential. Coccinia grandis, a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, is found to be anti-helminthic,antioxidant, anti-ulcer, anti-malarial, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, antifungal, antitussive and hypoglycemic in different animal models.The objective of the present study is intended to focus on the phytochemical evaluation of Hyptis suaveolens seeds and Coccinia grandis fruits andto study their toxic effects by acute oral toxicity study and establish the safety category of these extracts as per organization for economiccooperation and development (OECD-TG-423) guidelines and GHS classification system. Hyptis suaveolens seeds, and Coccinia grandis fruits werecollected, and the extraction was made and stored for phytochemical analysis. The extract was tested for phytochemical constituents like alkaloids,phenol, flavonoids, carbohydrates, triterpenes, sterols, saponins, and tannins. In an acute oral toxicity study, the hydroalcoholic extracts of bothplants were administered orally at a dose of 2000mg/Kg b.w. to the three rats in each group in Step I of the individual group. They were observedfor 48 hrs and followed for 14 days (step II). They were examined for sensory, physiological, and behavioral parameters and signs of toxicity andmortality. The phytochemical study revealed the presence of many pharmacologically active constituents, and the acute oral toxicity study showedno changes in physical, sensory, physiological, or behavioral parameters, with all animals remaining healthy and active. There were no signs ofmortality or moribund status in both step I and II. The results indicate that the hydroalcoholic extracts of Hyptis suaveolens seeds and Cocciniagrandis fruits fall under category '5' or 'unclassified' of the GHS system, allowing them to be used safely in pharmaceutical formulations fortherapeutic use.
USO DE TECNOLOGIAS DA INFORMAÇÃO E COMUNICAÇÃO NO ENSINO DE ASTRONOMIA: ANÁLISE DAS TENDÊNCIAS APRESENTADAS NOS ANAIS DOS PRINCIPAIS CONGRESSOS DE ENSINO DE CIÊNCIAS DO BRASIL
Authors: Paganotti Arilson , Voelzke Marcos Rincon
Published: August 2023

Considerada a base de toda a Ciência Moderna, a Astronomia, pelo seu caráter instigante da curiosidade humana, é uma das áreas que tem atraído as pessoas para o estudo das Ciências em geral. Diante dessa realidade, foi proposto neste trabalho, a realização de um mapeamento de artigos com temas relacionados à Astronomia e tecnologias digitais, provenientes dos anais de três congressos da área de Ensino de Ciência/Física do Brasil, sendo o Simpósio Nacional de Ensino de Física, o Encontro de Pesquisa em Ensino de Física e o Encontro Nacional de Pesquisa em Educação em Ciências. Foram analisados os trabalhos desenvolvidos no período entre 2009 e 2019, contemplando um total de 17 edições desses três congressos. Além da observação das tendências das produções na área de Ensino de Astronomia e tecnologias digitais, foram examinados também outros itens como a influência do Ano Internacional da Astronomia, comemorado em 2009, e a popularização dos smartphones, com relação ao aumento das publicações na área de Ensino de Astronomia/Ciência/Física.
SECULARIZAÇÃO E IDEIAS JURÍDICAS:
Authors: Neder Gizlene , Cerqueira Filho Gisálio
Published: August 2023

Neste trabalho analisamos as disputas em torno das reformas das leis civis no Brasil implicadas no processo de secularização das instituições políticas, na virada para o século XX. Realizamos análise de conteúdo das informações contidas nas placas de esculturas de bronze apostas na Praça Paris no Rio de Janeiro, que homenageiam três juristas implicados nas pugnas pela secularização das leis civis (casamento e filiação): Clovis Beviláqua (1859-1943), Cândido Mendes de Almeida Filho (1866-1939) e Affonso Celso de Assis Figueiredo Junior, o conde Affonso Celso (1860-1938). Estendemos para o período republicano a observação da permanência da “questão religiosa”, tratada pela historiografia como fato isolado ocorrido durante a governação imperial, em 1873. A cultura jurídica que subjaz à modernização da legislação civil nos marcos dos domínios das ideias e dos sentimentos políticos apresenta-se emoldurada pela cultura religiosa; este o cerne de nossa hipótese.