bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Memperkenalkan Probabilitas Kepada Karang Taruna Desa Sakung Delanggu Klaten
Authors: Sari Norma Puspita , Lestari Alisa Puji , Fauziah Julva , Rahmawati Ririn
Published: April 2024

Pengabdian Masyarakat adalah suatu kegiatan yang bertujuan untuk mengimplementasikan sebuah gagasan pelatihan maupun pengarahan tentang keilmuan untuk di implementasikan ke pada masyarakat guna untuk mensejahterakan dan memberikan sebuah budi daya rasa mengabdi kepada masyarakat untuk memberikan sebuah inovasi ilmu yang bermanfaat bagi masyarakat. Pelaksanaan pengabdian masyarakat ini melibatkan remaja karang taruna di desa Sakung Delanggu Klaten yang bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan konsep dasar probabilitas dalam kehidupan sehari-hari guna untuk diimplementasikan dengan baik. Pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian ini meliputi pembelajaran dan pelatihan soal-soal mengenai materi probabilitas yang dimana terkait dengan kehidupan sehari-hari dengan menggunakan metode yang mudah diingat dan mudah diimplementasikan di kehidupan sehari hari. Target dalam kegiatan pengabdian ini yaitu untuk memperkenalkan materi-materi tentang probabilitas, cara penyelesaian dalam soal yang terkait dengan kehidupan sehari-hari, mengukur daya ingat anak remaja didesa Sakung Delanggu Klaten dan memberikan pelatihan tips-tips dan bimbingan tata cara menyelesaikan soal-soal tentang probabilitas guna untuk membangun rasa semangat anak remaja karangtaruna di desa sakung dalam dunia belajar di massa pandemi covid-19 ini, yang dimana kondisi dalam era wabah covid-19 ini dunia belajar anak mengalami penurunan. Dengan adanya kegiatan ini diharapkan remaja karang taruna di desa Sakung dapat menambah wawasan ilmu dan dapat memberikan rasa semangat untuk membangun diera masa pandemi covid-19 guna untuk meningkatkan pendidikan bagi anak remaja karang taruna.
Pelatihan Literasi Menulis untuk Meningkatkan Profesionalitas Guru Matematika SMA
Authors: Wahyuni Arie , Nayazik Akhmad , Wulandari Ika , Rosdiana Ina
Published: April 2024

Kompetensi professional merupakan kemampuan yang harus dimiliki guru-guru dalam melaksanakan pembelajaran, sehingga professionalitas guru merupakan permasalahan yang harus kita atasi. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini diantaranya meningkatkan pengetahuan, pemahaman, penerapan tentang literasi menulis dan meningkatkan profesionalitas guru matematika SMA tentang literasi menulis. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian ini yaitu metode ceramah dimana metode ini dilakukan di SMA Negeri 2 Semarang dan tanya jawab pada waktu penyampaian materi kegiatan pengabdian serta metode demonstrasi dan Latihan praktek pada waktu pelatihan literasi menulis. Adapun tahapan pelaksanaan pengabdian ini diantaranya persiapan yaitu menganalisis masalah apa saja yang dihadapi guru-guru, pelaksanaan yaitu guru diberikan pengenalan mengenai manfaat pelatihan literasi menulis, dan evaluasi yaitu melihat keberhasilan pelaksanaan kegiatan perlu diadakan evaluasi. Hasil pengabdian ini diperoleh manfaat pelatihan literasi menulis bagi guru SMA sehingga tercipta profesionalitas pada guru tersebut dan mendapatkan manfaat menggunakan mendeley/zotero untuk menunjang kemampuan literasi menulis. Kesimpulan dari kegiatan pengabdian ini berupa pelatihan literasi menulis kepada para guru-guru matematika sekota semarang yang diselenggarakan oleh dosen-dosen matematika Universitas Ivet mampu memberikan semangat terhadap peningkatan profesionalitas guru. Oleh sebab itu, dengan adanya pelatihan literasi menulis ini akan terwujud budaya menulis sehingga akan tercipta meningkatnya profesionalitas guru.
PELATIHAN DAN PENDAMPINGAN INFORMASI KEUANGAN BAGI UMKM ISWARA FOOD
Authors: Saharsini Astuning , Susanti Ari , Kholis Nur , Kade R.K Ida Ayu
Published: April 2024

Abstrak: Pengabdian yang dilakukan tim kami di Iswara Food yang bergerak dalam bidang usaha kuliner dan bahan baku. Dari hasil observasi yang dilakukan tim kami, terdapat beberapa ketidaksesuaian proses akuntansi di Iswara Food diantaranya pemilik belum dapat mengklasifikasikan transaksi ke dalam akun-akun, pembukuan transaksi belum tercatat secara rapi, tidak mengetahui biaya produk sehingga pemilik tidak mengetahui laba dan ruginya, serta masih mencampur antara keuangan bisnis dengan konsumsi pribadi. Ketidaksesuaian itu menyebabkan pemilik tidak dapat menghitung harga pokok produksi serta mengetahui laba dan rugi. Berdasarkan permasalahan tersebut maka yang kami lakukan adalah tim memberikan pengarahan kepada mitra dan membuat pembukuan sederhana. Kemudian kami secara intens melaksanakan pendampingan dan monitoring terhadap Iswara Food dalam membuat pembukuan.
PENDAMPINGAN GURU SMK ANANDA BEKASI UNTUK MELAKUKAN PENYULUHAN ANTI BULLYING KEPADA PESERTA DIDIK
Authors: Madonna Metha , Novrian Novrian , Reza Fikri
Published: April 2024

Abstrak : Kasus perundungan atau bullying pada kalangan remaja, khususnya pelajar terus meningkat beberapa tahun terakhir.  KPAI mencatat hingga  akhir 2021 terjadi 17 kasus yang melibatkan peserta didik dan pendidik. Hal ini menunjukkan situasi kritis memprihatinkan.  Permasalahan bullying  terus merebak karena bukan lagi tindakan yang bersifat insidentil  dalam bentuk aksi agresif mengintimidasi bahkan menyakiti secara fisik tapi juga menyerang kejiwaan korbannya, hingga berujung kematian. Faktanya bullying menjelma seperti penyakit menular dan jadi kejahatan massal serta dapat terjadi kepada semua orang, pada berbagai tingkatan atau jenjang pendidikan, namun bullying dapat dihentikan. Selanjutnya guna menekan terjadinya kasus bullying di sekolah maka perlu  partisipasi para guru untuk melakukan penyuluhan sekaligus penanganan  bila telah tejadi perundungan. Guru perlu dibekali pengetahuan mengenai metode dan teknik berkomunikasi serta kecakapan memberikan penyuluhan anti bullying kepada peserta didik.  Sebagai wujud kepedulian terhadap  tumbuh kembang generasi remaja yang sehat fisik maupun mental, maka FIKOM Universitas Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya menyelenggarakan pendampingan bagi para pendidik, tenaga kependidikan serta pengurus OSIS SMK Ananda Bekasi  untuk  meningkatkan komunikasi dan penyuluhan anti bullying kepada peserta didik.  Tujuan kegiatan: Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PKM) yang bekerjasama dengan KPAID Bekasi yaitu menggencarkan penyebaran informasi, sosialisasi sekaligus kemampuan para guru  agar dapat mendeteksi dini terjadinya perundungan di lingkungan sekolah.  Metode pelaksanan: (1) Pelatihan berupa penyampaian literasi, edukasi dan diskusi tentang bullying, Kekerasan Dalam Rumah Tangga (KDRT) serta peran pendidik sebagai orangtua di sekolah. (2) Pendampingan berupa konsultasi, pengadaan literasi sebagai pedoman atau standar operasional prosedur manakala terjadi kasus perundungan.

Kata Kunci: Pendampingan, penyuluhan, bullying, guru SMK
PEMANFAATAN APLIKASI KEHAMILAN BERBASIS ANDROID SEBAGAI UPAYA KEMANDIRIAN KESEHATAN IBU DAN ANAK
Authors: Rosita Riska , Farida Siti , Callistamalva Arindrajaya Safina
Published: April 2024

Latar belakang dari kegiatan PkM ini karena lebih dari 50% ibu hamil di Desa Alastuwo, Kebakramat, Karanganyar tidak rutin periksa kehamilan dengan alasan sibuk bekerja, sibuk mengurus rumah, lupa jadwal periksa, atau merasa sudah berpengalaman hamil sehingga tidak lagi membutuhkan cek kandungan. Namun permasalahan yang terjadi adalah (1) ibu hamil terlambat dalam mendeteksi bahaya kehamilan, (2) ibu hamil terinfeksi penyakit menular, (3) gizi ibu hamil kurang terpenuhi, dan (4) ibu bersalin mengalami komplikasi hingga kematian. Hal ini berakibat pada angka kematian ibu dan anak. Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah untuk optimalisasi kegiatan di posyandu dalam peningkatan akses pelayanan kesehatan ibu hamil dan anak. Pemanfataan aplikasi kehamilan berbasis android akan memudahkan para ibu hamil memantau kesehatan mereka secara mandiri meskipun sedang sibuk. Metode kegiatan dimulai dari tahap penyusunan rencana kerja, identifikasi dan pemeriksaan ibu hamil, edukasi dan pelatihan mendaftar akun aplikasi kehamilan, edukasi tentang macam bahaya kehamilan, monitoring dan evaluasi, serta pelaporan. Hasil kegiatan menunjukan adanya respon yang positif dari para kader posyandu dan ibu hamil selama kegiatan pengabdian berlangsung. Kini kader dan ibu hamil sudah memahami cara mengunduh, menginstal, dan mendaftar akun pada aplikasi kehamilan melalui android masing-masing. Pada proses monitoring dan evaluasi semua peserta kader dan ibu hamil mampu menjawab semua soal atau quiz yang dibuat oleh tim pelaksana PkM. Kesimpulan bahwa tim PkM telah berhasil meningkatkan pengetahuan dan ketrampilan para kader posyandu dan ibu hamil tentang cara pemanfataan aplikasi kehamilan berbasis android, sehingga bisa mewujudkan kesehatan mandiri.
PENDAMPINGAN KELOMPOK ASMANTOGA UNTUK PENINGKATAN KUALITAS TATA KELOLA DI ASMANTOGA DUKUH KEWENGEN, DESA GUBUG
Authors: Budi Agustyarum Pradiska , Trihastiningsih Wahyu , Anjelika Viola
Published: April 2024

Desa Gubug memiliki program Asman Toga di setiap dukuhnya yang sudah berjalan selama kurang lebih 6 bulan. Salah satu kelompok asmantoga pada dukuh Kewengen, pengelolaan asmantoga di dukuh kewengen sudah berjalan dengan cukup baik. Namun, kurangnya pengetahuan masyarakat akan pengolahan produk inovasi dari toga di lingkungannya, sehingga perlu adanya pelatihan khusus yang diberikan khususnya yang berhubungan dengan pengolahan hasil dari penanaman toga. Pelaksanaan pengabdian masyakarat ini ada beberapa tahapan metode yang digunakan untuk menyelesaikan permasalahan yang ada, diantaranya adalah dengan metode pelatihan dan demo secara langsung. Dengan memberikan pelatihan pembuatan klepon dengan pewarna alami dari daun kelor dan teh celup dari bunga rossela dan daun kelor yang dapat diprakterkkan dengan mudah dirumah. Kegiatan ini disambut dengan antusias ibu-ibu selama kegiatan pelatihan berlangsung, kegiatan pelatihan ini dapat memberikan inovasi bagi kelompok asmantoga dukuh Kewengen untuk digunakan suatu saat nanti untuk mengikuti perlombaan baik tingkat desa ataupun tingkat yang lebih tinggi lagi
STABILITY OF MONEY DEMAND IN SIERRA LEONE USING AUTOREGRESSIVE DISTRIBUTED LAG (ARDL) APPROACH 1980 – 2018
Authors: Bockarie Michael Fallah , Duramany-Lakkoh Ezekiel K. , Jalloh Hassan , Udeh Ernest
Published: April 2024

This work seeks to investigate whether money demand is stable in Sierra Leone. The study uses annual data for the period 1980 to 2018. A standard money demand is defined and estimated using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) approach. This technique permits error correction modeling to examine the short and long-run relationship between money demand and its determinants. The determinants of money demand (MD) are Real Gross Domestic Product GDP(Y) Real Exchange Rate (RER), Real Interest rate (RIR), GDP Deflator used as a proxy for inflation rate were empirically examined to determine their relative statistical significance as they affect money demand. In advance of adopting the ARDL Approach, the time series properties of the variables in the model were examined using the ADF and PP tests. All variable was found to be I(1) - stationary at the first difference, therefore the use of ADRL Approach is suitable and ideal. The model used in this study has passed all of the diagnostic tests – specification, serial correlation, heteroscedasticity, and structural stability. Hence the estimated model cannot be spurious. Therefore, these results are not misleading, rather they are reliable. The test of stability was done using CUSUM and CUSUMSQ plots, and both suggest that there exists a stable relationship between real broad money demand in Sierra Leone and its determinants.

 

JEL: E61, E62, P35
A STUDY ON THE DIFFICULTIES ENCOUNTERED BY SENIOR STUDENTS OF ENGLISH IN WRITING ESSAY TASK 2
Authors: Phung Dieu Huong , Le Nguyen Van Anh
Published: April 2024

This study focuses on understanding the obstacles encountered by senior students at FE-UFLS-UD when writing task 2 of the C1.2 End-of-Course Test, along with the factors contributing to these challenges and proposed remedies. Data was gathered from 42 students who studied in the C1.2 Writing subject and took the C1.2 End-of-Course Test. The study employed an open-ended questionnaire and semi-structured interviews, the study employed thematic coding and qualitative methods to analyze the collected data, revealing the presence of affective, cognitive, and linguistic difficulties and their underlying causes. Based on these findings, the study offers recommendations to address these issues. Importantly, the research encourages students to utilize the insights gained from the study to enhance their study approaches and prepare for both the C1.2 End-of-Course Test and the VSTEP exam. Additionally, teachers can take the findings as guidance to assist students to improve their writing skills effectively.
 

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RESTRICTION AND FREEDOM: TO EVALUATE THE LONG-TERM IMPACT OF PLAYTIME ACTIVITY RESTRICTIONS ON STUDENT HEALTH AND LEARNING EFFICIENCY
Authors: Liu Kun , An Imelda L.
Published: April 2024

This research critically examines the prohibition on primary school kids during playtime and its potentially harmful impact on student development. The theoretical backdrop and literature analysis emphasised the importance of playtime activities in improving kids' physical and mental health, social skills, and cognitive development. According to the study, limiting playtime activities may overlook pupils' basic requirements, affecting their overall development. The paper examines the problem of prohibition through the lenses of pedagogy, psychology, physiological health, and human development and makes recommendations for increasing the diversity of activities and encouraging students to participate in decision-making to improve students' health and learning efficiency.
 

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TEARS OF HOPE: THE PLIGHT OF WORKING STUDENTS UNDER TVL-LATE AFTERNOON PROGRAM
Authors: Baja Ruby Anna C.
Published: April 2024

This study investigated the challenges faced by working students enrolled in the Technical Vocational Livelihood Late-Afternoon Program (TVL-LAP) and examined the impact of their employment on their academic performance. The research design employed was descriptive-qualitative, using a phenomenological approach to capture the participants' authentic stories and experiences through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. Thematic analysis using Creswell’s (2013) six steps in the qualitative data analysis process was applied to identify prominent patterns within the interviews, which were categorized according to the main themes and core ideas. After the data analysis, three (3) essential themes emerged across all the study questions. Essential themes in the experiences and challenges focused on providing for economic needs, meeting multiple demands, and seeking consideration. Self-motivation, finding time to study, and compassionate teachers and peers were revealed as essential themes in coping mechanisms. Commitment to goals in life, the value of support from God and others, and helping oneself surfaced in shared insights. Findings suggest that providing flexible schedules or alternative work arrangements, offering academic support services, encouraging peer support groups, and providing training and support in time management and problem-solving can help students become more resourceful and efficient in balancing academic and work responsibilities.
 

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DEVELOPMENT OF THE 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY LITERACY SKILLS SCALE, VALIDITY AND RELIABILITY STUDY
Authors: Kalaycı Rüstem , Eşgi Necmi
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to develop a valid and reliable scale to determine the opinions of high school students and teachers about 21st century technology literacy skills. During the scale development phase, an item pool of 36 items that provided content validity was created, after expert opinion, the number of items was reduced to 32 items in total, and the scale was applied to a total of 794 people for the first application of the scale development phase. The data obtained as a result of the first application were subjected to exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and reliability studies. As a result of the analysis, a three-factor scale ("Ability to Comprehend Technology", "Ability to Use Technology" and "Paying Attention") consisting of a total of 18 items, whose validity and reliability were ensured, was obtained. To test the suitability of the factor structure of the scale, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed by applying the scale to a total of 418 people. As a result of the analysis, the factor structure (fit index values) of the scale was found to be within the desired reference ranges. In line with the sub-objectives of the study, significant differences were observed according to the gender variable of students and teachers. No significant difference emerged according to the variables of teachers' seniority years. It was observed that there was a significant difference between students and teachers in favor of teachers in all dimensions. As a result of all analysis studies of the scale, a scale consisting of 14 items in total, whose validity and reliability have been sufficiently proven, has been developed and can be applied to high school students.
 

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LANGUAGE ASSESSMENT OF PRESCHOOL AND SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN AT RISK FOR LANGUAGE DISORDERS IN RESIDENTIAL CARE SETTINGS
Authors: Miranda Sandra Isabel , Cruz-Santos Anabela
Published: April 2024

Adequate language development is central to a child's academic and social development. This study aimed to assess the language of 35 preschool and school-aged Portuguese children in residential care in four social institutions, using the Grelha de Observação da Linguagem (GOL-E) developed by Kay and Santos (2014), a validated tool in Portuguese. The results of the study showed that in terms of language competence, compared to the normative results expected for their age: a) Of the thirty-five children assessed, only three were at or above the 50th percentile; b) Twelve children were between the 5th and 25th percentiles; c) Eight children were in the 10th percentile; d) Of the children between the 11th and 12th percentiles, only one was in the 90th and 75th percentiles; e) Eleven children were in the 10th and 25th percentiles; f) One child at the age of 12 was in the 5th percentile. Most of the children were in percentiles below those expected for their age group. According to the definition of speech and language disorders, we can observe that a group of these children fall under the condition of speech and language disorders, but have not been formally identified in the educational system, putting them at risk of failure in school and life. This study highlights the importance of language assessment and special education services for children living in institutions in Portugal. More studies with this population in these age groups are needed to better understand the language competencies of children living in residential care.
 

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AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN 8TH-GRADE STUDENTS' MATHEMATICS SELF-EFFICACY PERCEPTIONS AND THEIR MOTIVATION AND ANXIETY LEVELS
Authors: Özdemir Şeyma Nur , Pesen Cahit
Published: April 2024

This study seeks to examine the relationships between 8th-grade students' mathematics self-efficacy perceptions and their motivation and anxiety levels. The correlational survey model was used in the study. The population of the study consists of 9811 8th-grade students studying at 64 public schools in Batman province in the 2020-2021 academic year. The sample consists of 550 students from 10 secondary schools selected via the random method among 9811 students. Personal Information Form, Mathematics Self-Efficacy Scale, Motivation Scale for Mathematics Lessons, and Mathematics Anxiety Scale were used as data collection tools. Independent samples t-test, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), and Pearson product-moment correlation analysis were used to analyze the data. The relationship between mathematics self-efficacy perception, mathematics lesson motivation, and mathematics anxiety was calculated by path analysis. As a result, a positive and moderately significant relationship was found between students' mathematics self-efficacy perceptions and their motivation for mathematics lessons while a negative and moderately significant relationship was found between mathematics self-efficacy perceptions and mathematics anxiety. It was also determined that there was a negative and moderately significant relationship between students' motivation for mathematics lessons and their mathematics anxiety. The Path analysis revealed that as 8th-grade students' mathematics self-efficacy perceptions increase, their motivation for mathematics lessons increases, and their mathematics anxiety levels decrease.
 

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LA CHALEUR ET LA TEMPÉRATURE DANS LA PENSÉE DES ÉLÈVES DE 16 ANS / HEAT AND TEMPERATURE IN THE MINDS OF 16-YEAR-OLDS
Authors: Tin Phan Sung
Published: April 2024

Cet article présente une recherche sur la question de la compréhension des concepts de chaleur et de température ainsi que des phénomènes liés à ces deux concepts. La recherche était qualitative et a été menée avec des entretiens guidés avec des élèves d'environ 16 ans. Les élèves se sont vu présenter 6 tâches virtuelles sur la base desquelles les discussions ont eu lieu. Les résultats ont montré que les élèves ont des difficultés à identifier et à traiter ces concepts, car ils sont influencés par les expériences de la vie quotidienne.

This article presents research on the question of understanding the concepts of heat and temperature as well as the phenomena related to these two concepts. The research was qualitative and was conducted with guided interviews with students around the age of 16. The students were presented with 6 virtual tasks on the basis of which the discussions took place. The results showed that students have difficulty identifying and processing these concepts, as they are influenced by everyday life experiences.

 

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PREPARING STUDENT TEACHERS TO TEACH: A TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED, REFLECTIVE, AND COLLABORATIVE MODEL
Authors: Kara Selma
Published: April 2024

In language teacher education programs, to train learners to become effective and qualified teachers, theories of learning and teaching are taught. In the methodology courses, learners experience teaching to their peers as a link between theory and practice. To improve teaching experiences, the current study focuses on a special methodology course, Teaching English to Young Learners, by implementing technology, reflective feedback, and collaborative learning, and it presents a model that is grounded within the social constructivist theory. Sixty-two learners participated in the study. Two groups were randomly assigned to the Technology Enhanced Group and Control Group to investigate the effectiveness of the technology-enhanced, reflective, and collaborative model; and to explore the learners’ perceptions. The qualitative data was analyzed using feedback, reflections, and learner interviews. The technology-enhanced, reflective, and collaborative model of teaching how to teach to young learners proved to be effective. Participants noticed the pedagogical aspects of the teaching model presented to them and their perceptions were positive. It is concluded that it is crucial to search for ways to help learners learn the theory and prepare future teachers for their actual classroom experience in language teacher education programs.
 

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ENHANCING L2 LEARNERS' WRITING: IMPACT OF PRODUCT AND PROCESS APPROACHES
Authors: El Ouidani Youssef , Madaoui Redouane
Published: April 2024

This study investigated the effects of two approaches to teaching writing (product and process) on the development of writing skills of Moroccan EFL high-school students. Two intact classes of 86 third-year high-school students participated in the present study. A pre-test was administered to all participants to measure their writing competence in expository essay writing. Each group was then subjected to a specific treatment. The experimental group was instructed to use a process-based syllabus, while the control group followed the original product-based syllabus. In the process-oriented syllabus, students were guided through various stages of the writing process via activities like brainstorming, collaborative problem-solving, free writing, multiple drafting, structured peer feedback, and teacher-student conferences. Conversely, the product-oriented syllabus focused on teaching writing through model analysis, writing exercises, and structured feedback sessions with teachers. Following the instructional period, participants underwent a post-test to assess the impact of each approach on their writing proficiency. Statistical analyses, including Paired Samples T-test and Independent Samples T-test, demonstrated that both approaches led to improvements in students' writing performance, with the process-based approach being more effective. Participant feedback on the questionnaire also supported these findings. The study concludes by outlining implications for the teaching of writing in second language (L2) contexts.
 

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OPPORTUNITIES AND BARRIERS TO LEADERSHIP FOR FEMALE FINANCE LEADERS IN THE UK
Authors: Babafemi Olufunmilayo Elizabeth
Published: April 2024

Despite legal and societal advancements that have increased the presence of women in the finance sector, the representation of women in finance director roles remains limited. In FTSE 100 companies, men still hold finance director positions at a rate seven times higher than women, a trend reflective of the broader industry. This qualitative inquiry delves into the factors contributing to the success factors and obstacles to leadership faced by female finance directors in the United Kingdom. By conducting interviews with accomplished female finance directors, the study aims to identify the factors that prevent and enable females to become leaders in the finance industry. Notably, this research identifies enduring social and cultural hurdles obstructing female progress, and how they can be supported as they progress their career. A significant finding emerges: many interviewed women endorse individuals who align with their assertive work values, which often align with masculine traits. Females have to conform to a working environment and practices, and this impacts negatively on their social life, job satisfaction and identity. Given the target-driven nature of finance, the prospect of a radical top-down transformation is generally seen as unlikely. Consequently, female leaders face limitations in their capacity to serve as "gatekeepers" for advancing the careers of fellow women. Recommendations include a departure from the performance-centric approach entrenched in finance.
 

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DESIGN OF NOTI BASKETBALL MODEL FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Pomatahu Aisah R. , Pauweni Mirdayani
Published: April 2024

This study aims to design of noti basketball model in physical education learning for high school students (Class X, XI, XII). To be able to achieve the aims, the methods applied in this study are interviews, observations, and literature review, with 5 (five) stages of research flow: (a) problem formulation, (b) data collection (interview, observation, literature search), (c) data evaluation, (d) analysis & interpretation, (e) conclusion. Based on the results of the study, a model of noti basketball in physical education learning for high school students has been designed. This design has a guide that explains the definition of the game, the knowledge structure of basketball games, the size of the court & hoop, basic techniques, safety rules, how to play, and the differences between basketball and noti basketball. Modifications applied in this design, namely: size of field, bounce board and hoop, size of ball, number, and composition of players, and game rules.

Este estudio tiene como objetivo diseñar un modelo de noti de baloncesto en el aprendizaje de la educación física para estudiantes de secundaria (clases X, XI, XII). Para poder alcanzar los objetivos, los métodos aplicados en este estudio son entrevistas, observaciones y revisión bibliográfica, con 5 (cinco) etapas de flujo de investigación: (a) formulación del problema, (b) recogida de datos (entrevista, observación, búsqueda bibliográfica), (c) evaluación de datos, (d) análisis e interpretación, (e) conclusión. A partir de los resultados del estudio, se ha diseñado un modelo de noti de baloncesto en el aprendizaje de la educación física para alumnos de secundaria. Este diseño cuenta con una guía que explica la definición del juego, la estructura de conocimientos de los juegos de baloncesto, el tamaño de la cancha y el aro, las técnicas básicas, las normas de seguridad, cómo jugar y las diferencias entre el baloncesto y el baloncesto noti. Modificaciones aplicadas en este diseño, a saber: tamaño de la cancha, tablero de rebote y aro, tamaño del balón, número y composición de los jugadores, y reglas del juego.

 

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INFLUENCE OF TEACHER-STUDENT RELATIONSHIPS ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF LEARNERS WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES IN NAIROBI COUNTY, KENYA
Authors: Akinyi Melvine Elizabeth , Muthee Jessina , Nzoka Stephen
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to examine the influence of teacher-student relationships on the academic performance of learners with learning disabilities in Nairobi County. Systems theory and Social Cognitive theories were adopted. A descriptive correlational research design was employed using a mixed research approach. The target population comprised 4 head teachers, 62 teachers, and 1,923 learners with learning disabilities from 4 regular primary schools in Nairobi City County. Stratified random sampling and simple random sampling were applied to select the four schools and respondents from each school respectively. A purposive sampling technique was utilized to choose the head teachers and teachers from each school. Questionnaires, focus group discussions, interview guides, and screening tools were used to gather data. Quantitative data collected was analyzed using descriptive statistical techniques, whereas qualitative was transcribed and qualitatively analyzed in a thematic approach. A correlation test was done on the hypotheses to ascertain the relation between independent variables and dependent variables at a statistical significance of p≤0.05 (p=5%) using Chi-square. Pearson product-moment correlation was computed to measure the strength of the association between predictors and children’s academic performance variables. Qualitative data analysis involved transcription and analysis of open-ended questions from research tools using thematic analysis. Findings showed that all proxies for the teacher-student relationship except dependency level had a significant p-value (p<0.05) at 95% Confidential Interval. Statistical statistics from chi-square the correlation between teacher-student relationships and learners’ academic performance was statistically significant the null hypothesis was rejected. The study concluded that teacher-student relationships result in improvement in learners’ academic performance. School policies have no significant relationship with learners’ academic performance in primary school schools in Nairobi City County. The study recommended that teachers should deliberately express concerns both about students’ academic and non-academic life, as this makes the learners with learning disabilities feel accepted and motivated to improve their academic work.
 

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WELL-BEING, INCLUSION, DISABILITY, AND QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE CONTEXT OF MODERNITY: ANALYSES AND PERSPECTIVES
Authors: Orecchio Fabio
Published: April 2024

The contribution focuses on a reflection on wellbeing, inclusive policies, and disability in the context of sustainable development, to grasp the possible implications that are now part of a project aimed at promoting policies to improve living conditions. These are made explicit in terms of resources, living standards, health, accessibility, and capabilities, which are among the objectives of promoting the person and human development in general.
 

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STRESS DES PARENTS DES ENFANTS ASTHMATIQUES DE KINSHASA (LA CULPABILITE PARENTALE À L’EPREUVE DE LA MALADIE DE L’ENFANT) / STRESS OF PARENTS OF ASTHMATIC CHILDREN FROM KINSHASA (PARENTAL GUILT IN THE TRIAL OF THE CHILD’S ILLNESS)
Authors: Botembe Jules Richard , Ozowa Latem Josue
Published: April 2024

Cette étude a concerné 180 parents des enfants souffrant d’asthme dans la ville de Kinshasa, capitale de la RDC. Nous les avons rencontrés dans quelques hôpitaux de ladite ville. Après les avoir soumis l’échelle d’index de stress parental, nous avons constaté que les parents des enfants asthmatiques sont stressés. Car, l'asthme de l'enfant est ressenti par les parents comme un drame suscitant de l'angoisse et de la culpabilité. Par conséquent, ils sont stressés à cause de l’état sanitaire de leurs enfants.

This study involved 180 parents of children suffering from asthma in the city of Kinshasa, the capital of the DRC, who met in several hospitals in the said city. After submitting them to the Parental Stress Index scale, we found that parents of asthmatic children are stressed. Because the child's asthma is felt by parents as a tragedy causing anxiety and guilt. Consequently, they are in distress because of the health condition of their children.

 

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Facebook usage by students in higher education
Authors: Wesseling Nathalie
Published: April 2024

In this paper I measure first year student Facebook usage as part of a broader PhD study into the influence of social media usage on the success of students in higher education. A total of 906 students were asked to complete 3 surveys on Facebook usage with their peers, for two consecutive years (2011-2012 and 2012-2013). The different purposes for Facebook usage, in addition to whether or not students used (self-created) Facebook-groups, were measured and the relationship between the use of pages compared to the purpose of Facebook usage. This resulted in significant correlations between the purpose of Facebook usage and the use of different pages, as well as correlations between the purpose and use of different pages. This study hereby explores the variation in student Facebook usage and provides valuable insight into the potential value of Facebook for students in an educational setting, without the interference of teachers. It is also the next logical step in revising existing integration and engagement theories that predict student success in higher education in contemporary society.
Laser therapy and unloading therapeutic gymnastics in the treatment of dyslipoproteinemia
Authors: Achilov AA , Baranov AV , Gornov SV , Usmonzoda DU , Achilova SA , Pulatova MD , Achilov AlA , Mamedyarova IA , Lazechko MI
Published: April 2024

Based on clinical practice, some patients with lipid metabolism disorders (LMD) are resistant to lipid-lowering therapy (LLT) — in such patients, taking optimal doses of LLT drugs does not reduce levels of cholesterol and its fractions to target levels and using LLT at higher doses is associated with increased odds of adverse events. To optimize the treatment, 58 patients with ischemic heart disease with LMD resistant to LLT were examined. The patients were divided into two groups: in the main group, 29 patients received laser therapy and unloading therapeutic gymnastics; in the control group, 29 patients continued to take their usual medications. The obtained results showed a significant lipid-lowering effect of the treatment in the main group: we observed a significant decrease in total cholesterol (by 27.7%, p < 0.01) as well as low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (by 34.7%, p < 0.01), a significant increase in high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (28.1%, p < 0.01), a significant decrease of atherogenic coefficient (by 50.2%, p < 0.01) and in the levels of triglycerides (by 49.6%, p < 0.01). At the same time, no significant positive changes in lipid profile were observed in the control group. In patients of the main group, tolerance to physical activity increased significantly, with statistically insignificant changes in the control group accordingly.
Explaining the Mechanism Behind mRNA Vaccines Influences Perceived Vaccine Effectiveness but not Vaccination Intentions
Authors: Felgendreff Lisa , Rebitschek Felix G. , Geiger Mattis , Shamsrizi Parichehr , Jenny Mirjam A. , Betsch Cornelia
Published: April 2024

Vaccine effectiveness and safety concerns can prevent people from receiving their first Covid-19 vaccines or boosters. Understanding the vaccine mechanism may lead people to perceive vaccine effectiveness appropriately. This study tested whether helping people understand the vaccine’s mechanism could improve their perceived vaccine safety and effectiveness. In a preregistered study, N = 1,548 unvaccinated or non-boosted participants were randomly presented with one of three communication formats: a fact box (a benefit-risk profile in tabular format; control condition), an expository text (i.e., a purely factual explanation) plus fact box, or an analogy plus fact box. Participants rated the vaccine’s effectiveness in preventing a Covid-19 disease, their perceived risk of getting vaccinated, and their intention to get vaccinated or boosted (depending on their vaccination status). Reading either additional text about the vaccines’ mechanism increased participants’ effectiveness ratings for the vaccine to prevent Covid-19 but did not affect risk ratings or vaccination intentions. The participants’ vaccine-related perceptions and intentions did not differ between the two text types. Elaborating on the vaccine’s mechanism of protection, in addition to presenting the benefit-risk profile of a vaccine, can lead people to perceive the vaccine effectiveness as slightly higher, yet it is insufficient to increase vaccination intentions.
Utilizing Aerial Photography to Trace the Development of Urbanization in the Chennai District
Authors: K. Hemalatha  , R. Kamali  , R. Pushpalatha  , M. Saranya  , P. Vijayalakshmi
Published: April 2024

Chennai, India is growing more urbanized by the day, hence studying its development is essential. We may see the world from a bird's-eye viewpoint thanks to aerial photography, a method for taking pictures of the Earth's surface from an elevated position—typically from an aircraft or drone. Scientific research, land surveying, urban planning, environmental monitoring, and mapping are just a few of the applications for these photos. Using remote sensing techniques, we are able to examine and record changes in Chennai's physical terrain over time, allowing us to trace the city's evolution through these aerial photos. ArcGIS, ERDAS, ENVI, Pix4D, Global Mapper, and QGIS were among the programs we used to process and examine the aerial photo data. Through the help of these software programs, users can extract insightful data and useful information from photos taken by satellites, drones, or airplanes. When compared to satellite images, aerial photography frequently produces imagery with a better spatial resolution, enabling more accurate and thorough study of ground-based objects. Through a comparative analysis of maps produced using aerial photography data throughout time, we have discovered that Chennai is losing open land, green spaces, and water bodies because of its growing urbanization. By closely analysing this trend and taking into account various factors, we can forecast the continued growth of Chennai.
Energy Load Forecasting Based on the Load Consumption Factors and Techniques Employed: A Review
Authors: Mrs. Swati Patil  , Dr. Mukund Kulkarni  , Ms Swati Anil Patil
Published: April 2024

Due to the contradiction between energy production and demand in the current energy crisis, power consumption (PC) is crucial to the world economy. Energy industry can improve power system control and energy usage by using machine learning (ML) models, which are widely acknowledged as a precise and computationally efficient prediction solution. For the purpose of projecting energy consumption and performance, machine learning (ML) techniques and artificial intelligence (AI) have been suggested recently. The various machine learning (ML) techniques i.e. artificial neural networks (ANN), support vector machines (SVM), Gaussian-based regressions and Fuzzy logic etc. that have been frequently used in predicting and enhancing energy performance are reviewed in-depth in this research.
Las medidas de protección del informante: la base de la funcionalidad del sistema
Authors: QUESADA LUMBRERAS JAVIER EDUARDO
Published: April 2024

La construcción de un sistema de protección del denunciante eficaz
exige establecer un marco jurídico previo que genere confianza y seguridad
jurídica a los informantes de las irregularidades. El objetivo a batir, en consecuencia,
es el miedo a las represalias que, junto a la transcendencia de la denuncia, se
constituyen en los factores principales de los que se hace depender la funcionalidad
de todo el sistema. El análisis de estas medidas en el sistema español de protección
del informante será, precisamente, el centro de atención de nuestro trabajo
para poder comprobar así la viabilidad del sistema diseñado.

Salatzailearen babes-sistema eraginkorra eraikitzeko aldez aurretik
esparru juridiko bat ezarri behar da, irregulartasunen berri ematen dutenei konfiantza
eta segurtasun juridikoa emango diena. Gainditu beharreko helburua, ondorioz,
salaketaren garrantziaz gain, sistema osoaren funtzionaltasunaren mende
geratzen diren faktore nagusiak diren errepresalien beldurra da. Informatzailea babesteko
Espainiako sisteman neurri horiek aztertzea izango da, hain zuzen ere, gure
lanaren ardatza, diseinatutako sistemaren bideragarritasuna ziurtatzeko.

The construction of an effective whistleblower protection system
requires the establishment of a prior legal framework that generates trust and
legal certainty for whistleblowers. The target to beat, therefore, is the fear of
reprisals, which, together with the importance of whistleblowing, are the main
factors on which the functionality of the whole system depends. The analysis of
these measures in the Spanish whistleblower protection system will be, precisely,
the focus of our work in order to verify the viability of the system designed.
La contratación pública: evolución europea de una estrategia
Authors: MÉNDEZ NÚÑEZ MARÍA ISABEL
Published: April 2024

La perspectiva estratégica de la contratación pública obliga a un
cambio de paradigma que pone los contratos al servicio de la consecución de
otros objetivos de política pública. Esta nueva visión no es reciente, sino que se
ha ido gestando en el marco de una Unión Europea que pugna por conjugar las
aspiraciones del mercado común con los objetivos de una Europa social y sostenible.
Así, paso a paso, las cláusulas medioambientales y sociales se han hecho
hueco en los contratos públicos; primero, de manera esporádica y puntual; en un
segundo momento, mediante un esfuerzo sistemático de análisis de su encaje en
las distintas fases del procedimiento de licitación; y finalmente, a través de una
propuesta clara en favor de una contratación pública estratégica. En este trabajo
nos acercamos, desde una perspectiva histórica y en el ámbito de la Unión, a la
construcción y caracteres de la contratación pública estratégica.

Kontratazio publikoaren ikuspegi estrategikoak paradigma aldatzera
behartzen du, eta horrek kontratuak politika publikoko beste helburu batzuk
lortzearen zerbitzura jartzen ditu. Ikuspegi berri hori ez da duela gutxikoa; aitzitik,
poliki sortu da merkatu bateratuaren nahiak Europa sozial eta iraunkorraren helburuekin
uztartzeko lehian diharduen Europar Batasunaren esparruan. Horrela,
urratsez urrats, ingurumen- eta gizarte-klausulek lekua egin dute kontratu publikoetan;
lehenik, noizbehinka eta puntualki; bigarrenik, lizitazio-prozeduraren fase
ezberdinetan nola sartu behar diren aztertzeko ahalegin sistematikoaren bidez; eta,
azkenik, kontratazio publiko estrategiko baten alde egindako proposamen argi bat
eginez. Lan honetan, ikuspegi historiko batetik eta Batasunaren esparruan, kontratazio
publiko estrategikoaren eraikuntzara eta ezaugarrietara hurbiltzen gara.

The strategic perspective of public procurement requires a paradigm
shift that puts procurement at the service of other public policy objectives. This new
vision is not a recent development, but has been taking shape within the framework
of a European Union that is striving to combine the aspirations of the common
market with the objectives of a social and sustainable Europe. Thus, step by step,
environmental and social clauses have made their way into public contracts; firstly,
sporadically and promptly; secondly, through a systematic effort to analyse how
they fit into the different phases of the tendering procedure; and finally, through a
clear proposal in favour of strategic public procurement. In this paper we approach,
from a historical perspective and within the scope of the Union, the construction and
characteristics of strategic public procurement.
Frontex, solidaridad y derechos fundamentales. Reflexiones libres sobre una Agencia siempre en la tormenta
Authors: BACHOUÉ PEDROUZO GÉRALDINE
Published: April 2024

La Agencia Europea Frontex, creada en 2004, y cuyo mandato fue
reformado un par de veces, en particular tras las crisis migratorias, dispone desde
2019 de competencias operativas y de un contingente permanente. Las operaciones
llevadas a cabo en el marco de sus nuevas operaciones de vigilancia de las
fronteras externas han puesto de manifiesto violaciones de los derechos humanos.
El objetivo de estas reflexiones no es ofrecer una crítica partidista o reivindicativa
de la posición de la Agencia, sino una crítica basada en elementos objetivos
y concretos. Frontex se ha convertido en el emblema del dilema de la gestión europea
de las fronteras exteriores, cristalizando todos los temores. Sin embargo, se
esperan cambios de Frontex, que se supone encarna la solidaridad y la unificación
de la política europea de migración.

Europako Frontex agentzia 2004an sortu zuten, eta, migraziokrisien
ondoren batez ere, pare bat aldiz aldatu diote agintea; izan ere, 2019tik, eskumen
operatiboak eta kontingente iraunkor bat dauzka. Kanpo-mugak zaintzeko
operazio berrien esparruan egin dituen operazioek agerian jarri dituzte giza eskubideen
urraketak. Hausnarketa hauen helburua ez da agentziaren jarreraren kritika
alderdikoi edo aldarrikatzaile bat egitea, elementu objektibo eta zehatzetan oinarritutako
kritika bat egitea baizik. Europako kanpo-mugen kudeaketaren inguruan
sortu den dilemaren ikur bihurtu da Frontex, eta beldur guztiak aireratu ditu. Halere,
Frontex agentzian aldaketak egitea espero da, Europako migrazio-politikaren
elkartasuna eta batasuna irudikatzen dituela suposatzen baita.

The European agency Frontex, created in 2004 and whose
mandate has been reformed a couple of times, in particular after the migration
crises, has had operational powers and a permanent contingent since 2019. The
operations carried out in the framework of its new external border surveillance
operations have revealed human rights violations. The aim of these reflections is
not to offer a partisan or vindictive critique of the Agency¿s position, but rather
a critique based on objective and concrete elements. Frontex has become the
emblem of the dilemma of European external border management, crystallising
all fears. However, changes are expected from Frontex, which is supposed to
embody solidarity and unification of European migration policy.