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EMPOWERING GEN Z: ENHANCING ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY AND AUTHENTIC COMMUNICATION
Authors: Sumartono Sumartono
Published: October 2023

This research article explores effective strategies to enhance English speaking skills among Generation Z (Gen Z) learners, known as the first truly digital-native generation. Despite their extensive exposure to English media, many Gen Z individuals face challenges in developing their English speaking proficiency. This mixed-methods study employs surveys and qualitative interviews to collect data on the perceived effectiveness of various strategies. The findings highlight the crucial role of technology in English speaking development, with digital language learning applications and online language exchange platforms being recognized as potent tools. Moreover, the study emphasizes the significance of authentic communication experiences, such as role-plays and debates, and the value of peer collaboration in improving English speaking skills. Common challenges identified include time constraints and the influence of informal language use. Consequently, the implications of this research underscore the integration of technology, the promotion of authentic communication, the facilitation of peer collaboration, and the implementation of strategies to address time constraints in English language instruction for Gen Z learners. By adopting these approaches, educators and policymakers can establish engaging learning environments that empower Gen Z learners to thrive in our interconnected society.
EXPLORING PROJECT-BASED LEARNING FOR YOUNG LEARNERS IN ENGLISH EDUCATION
Authors: Kurniadi Didit , Cahyaningrum Ika Oktaria
Published: October 2023

This research endeavors to bridge the existing gap in the literature by investigating the implementation of Project-Based Learning (PBL) in English education for young learners and its influence on their language acquisition and critical thinking abilities. Employing a mixed-methods approach, this study combines quantitative analysis of language proficiency tests with qualitative exploration of student perspectives and teacher insights to unveil the transformative potential of PBL in facilitating comprehensive language development and fostering essential cognitive competencies in young learners. The research findings offer compelling evidence that PBL serves as an effective instructional strategy, holding promise in augmenting language proficiency and nurturing vital cognitive aptitudes among young English learners. These valuable insights contribute to the advancement of educational practices and inspire innovative approaches to language teaching, ultimately empowering young learners to become confident communicators and astute critical thinkers in today's interconnected global landscape.
The hydrochemical evolution and water balance of the emakat lake in the northern crater highland of Tanzania
Authors:   , Lucas Godwin
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to ascertain the hydrochemical evolution and water balance of Emakat Lake, of the Empakaai Crater. Water and rock samples were collected from the lake and springs on the inner and outer crater rims, and at the foot of the Empakaai Crater. The results showed that the lake is a highly alkaline (pH > 10) and saline (electrical conductivity (EC) = 28,860 - 29,460 μs/cm) with the concentration of total dissolved solids (TDS) ranging from14,432 to 14723 mg/L. Springs exhibited lower pH (6.85 - 8.69), EC (562 - 1584 μs/cm) and TDS (276 - 1016 mg/L). The dominant ions in Emakat Lake were Na+ and CO3 2-+HCO3 - which occupy about 80% and 85% of the cation and anion phases with ion distribution of Na+ > K+ > Ca2+ > Mg2+ and (CO3 2- + HCO3 - ) > Cl- >SO4 2- > F- > NO3- > PO4 3- . Piper, chloro-alkaline indices, Chadha, and Gibbs plots revealed that Na-K-HCO3 water type dominated Emakat Lake, and a majority of springs exhibited mixing characteristic water type. Base ion-exchange dominated the hydrochemical evolution of both lake and springs, influenced by evaporation and water-rock interaction for the lake and springs respectively. The water balance of Emakat Lake was highly influenced by groundwater flow which accounted for 49% of the inflow and 56% of the outflow. This suggest that Emakat Lake plays a major role in the hydrological system in the area alongside the springs which are the sources of the major rivers of Engaruka and Engaresero.
Potential of underutilized Dolichos lablab (lablab purpures) seeds in improving nutritional quality and livelihood in Tanzania
Authors:   , Minde Josephine
Published: October 2023

Lablab is a climate-smart legume that is underutilized despite its potential for food, and income. Less research attention is linked to its underutilization limiting its contribution to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 1, 2 and 3. This calls to search for synergies to the further improve Lablab utilization in Tanzania. Both qualitative and quantitative methods were employed. A total of 344 Lablab farmers and 40 traders were interviewed to collect information on knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAPs), Lablab value chain and dietary diversity from the selected districts in Morogoro, Manyara, Arusha and Kilimanjaro regions of Tanzania. A total of 30 accessions were collected from the local farmers and NM-AIST Genebank. The accession collected were evaluated for nutritional quality using standard methods. The best nutrient dense four accessions (D-394, ELD K2, HA-4 and D-96) were further used to formulate Lablab cookies. The study revealed that KAPs vary among farmers in Babati (39.6%) and Arumeru (27.3%). Arumeru had a positive attitude toward black accessions (80.2%) for marketing, whereas non black accessions were less well-known. Farmers were the primary actors, contributing for 70% of the natural assets for livelihood. Accession D-422 ranked higher in protein content by 28.3%. Sprouting significantly (p<0.001) reduced phytic acid in D-360 (64.6%), tannins in HA-4 (94.8%), and trypsin inhibitors (TIs). Fermentation significantly (p<0.001) decreases phytic acid by 75% in HA-4 and D-96, and tannin by 61% in HA-4 as well as trypsin TIs in ELD-K2, HA-4, and D-96 by over 90%. Furthermore, sprouted seeds had higher mineral concentrations in D-96 and HA-4, such as Mg (0.11-0.25%), (0.09-0.20%), and Zn (0.03-0.34%) and (0.23-0.32%), respectively, whereas fermented seeds increased Mg concentration in HA-4 from 0.09 to 0.23% and Zn content (0.23-0.35%). Lablab cookies made from HA-4 and D-96 fermented flours were highly preferred. HA-4 cookies scored the highest (> 8) similar to control. On the other hand, black Lablab's revenue contributed less to dietary diversity than nonfood commodities as per the Principal Component Analysis. Farmers' diets were over 90% cereal-based, with less Lablab-eating foods. The study concluded that wise income allocation is essential for both non-food items and nutritive food. Furthermore, the best accessions represent a diverse supply of high-quality food that, when fermented, greatly reduces anti-nutrients, yielding healthier and convenient nutritious foods. As a result, among the recommendations, value-addition and promotion of underutilized seeds could increase consumption and revenue, particularly for smallholder farmers in Tanzania.
Remediation of soils contaminated with fluoride using seaweed-derived materials: case of slopes of mount Meru
Authors:   , Moirana Ruth
Published: October 2023

While exposure to low fluoride is essential for stronger bones and teeth, exposure to high concentration (> 3 mg/L/day) leads to hyperostosis and osteoporosis. This research evaluated the role of fertilizer application on soil’s fluoride release, and assess the effectiveness of using seaweed (Eucheuma cottonnii) derived materials for remedial purposes. The soil characterization results in the study area, indicated the availability of diverse fluoride fractions and in different quantities in the soil such that; water-soluble (Ws-F) (39.5 ± 0.5 mg/kg), Exchangeable (Ex-F) (3.5 ± 0.5 mg/kg), bound to iron/manganese (Fe/Mn-F) (3.1 ± 1.0 mg/kg), and organic matter bound (Or-F) (9.1 ± 2.1 mg/kg) fluoride whereas the total fluoride (Tot-F) was 422 ± 52.9 mg/kg. The study further reports that the use of three studied fertilizers (diammonium phosphate (DAP), Urea, and farmyard manure) accelerates the bioavailability of fluoride in the soil by increasing Ws-F. These results deliver alerts to the plant health regulators suggesting proper management of the quality of fertilizers used for the enhancement of crop quality particularly those used in fluoride-contaminated agricultural soils. While fertilizer application accelerated the bioavailability of fluoride in the soil, soil amendment with dried seaweed (DSW) led to a decrement of Ws-F from 81.7 ± 3.1 mg/kg up to 28.5 mg/kg whereas the fermented seaweed (FSW) decreased Ws-F from 81.7 ± 3.1 mg/kg to 12 ± 1.3 mg/kg following 5 % (w/w) amendments. But unlike DSW and FSW, seaweed-derived biochar (SB) adsorbed fluoride at specific pH five (5) from 103.1 mg/kg to 91.2 ± 3.2 mg/kg whereas hydroxyapatite activated seaweed-biochar (HSB) exhibited defluoridation capabilities at varies pH (3 – 11) with a maximum Ws-F reduction from 103.1 mg/kg to 21.6 ± 2.1 mg/kg which is close to the recommended limit of 16.4 mg/kg. The DSW and FSW defluoridation was based on complexation reactions, alteration of soil properties, and increasing the soil-specific surface area, but SB and HSB defluoridation was through chemisorption. Therefore, seaweed-derived materials are capable of remediation of fluoride contaminated soils and the study recommends further investigation on fluoride uptake by crops in pot and field experiments post-amendment with seaweed derived materials.
Tin molybdenum mixed metal oxides catalyst for oxidative desulfurization of model diesel
Authors:   , Lesafi Fina
Published: October 2023

This study reports on synthesis, characterization, and catalytic activity of mesoporous mixed metal oxides of tin (Sn) and molybdenum (Mo) for sulfur removal from model diesel. Variable synthesis conditions, namely calcination temperature and Sn/Mo mole ratios, have been on focus. Several techniques were used to characterize the catalysts, including powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) for the crystal structure, orientation, and particle size; scanning electron microscopy (SEM)-EDX for examining the morphological properties of the materials, N2 adsorption-desorption isotherms for textural properties, thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA) for thermal stability, the Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR) for functionality. Characterization results show that the adsorption-desorption isotherms are of type IV, indicative of mesoporous materials. The surface area of the synthesized materials decreased as calcination temperature increased due to the Ostwald ripening process and increased with the mole ratio Sn/Mo increase. The X-ray diffraction structural analyses revealed that the synthesized catalyst had a tetragonal structure. The presence of Mo=O and Sn‒O‒Mo bonds, which are responsible for the catalytic reaction, is confirmed by FT-IR and Raman analyses. The activity of the catalysts prepared at various calcination temperatures and mole ratios was analyzed for oxidative desulfurization of model diesel, dibenzothiophene (DBT). The optimal synthesis conditions were the calcination temperature of 450 °C and the mole ratio of Sn/Mo of (2:1). Other multiple parameters affecting the reduction of sulfur compounds were also investigated, including reaction temperature, catalyst loading, oxidant/sulfur ratio, and reaction time. The (DBT) removal efficiency was 99.8 % at 60 °C, 100 mg, 5, and 30 min, correspondingly. This high catalytic activity was due to the surface defects increase,resulting in a high surface area with high pore distribution around the mesopore region. Experiments examining the reaction kinetics have indicated that the reaction follows a pseudo first-order behaviour. The activation energy for the reaction has been determined to be 36 ± 4 kJ mol-1 . The rate of the heterogeneous reaction is governed by the Langmuir-Hinshelwood mechanism. Furthermore, the maximum rate constant value of SnO2-MoO3 catalyst with Sn/Mo (2:1) molar ratio is 0.057 min−1, which is higher than for pure SnO2 (0.017 min‒1 ) and MoO3 (0.007 min−1 ), confirming a synergy between SnO2 and MoO3, promoting oxidative desulfurization efficiency. The catalyst's high activity and reusability indicate enormous promise for industrial catalytic desulfurization.
Transactional Leadership Style and Job Satisfaction among Multimedia University Employees, Nairobi - Kenya
Authors: Chepkirui Towett Lily , Kitonga Daniel M. , Pete Judith A.
Published: October 2023

This study explores the transactional leadership styles and job satisfaction among the employees of the Multimedia University of Kenya (MMU) of Kenya. A descriptive survey research design was used. The study was guided by contingency leadership theory. Out of 386 employees of MMU, 197 supervised employees and 115 supervisor samples were drawn. This represented 83% of the total population was issued with a questionnaire. Purposive sampling was used to select the study location and the study population, while stratified random sampling was used to select the individual respondents. Two sets of structured questionnaires were used to collect data: the supervised employees’ questionnaire and the supervisors’ questionnaire. Data was analysed using Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) version 26.0. The study found that supervised staff felt that their supervisors sometimes practised transactional leadership through contingent reward and management by exception. This study recommends that leaders identify individual uniqueness, link the individuals’ current needs to the organisation’s needs, provide coaching, mentoring and growth opportunities, and implement a leadership that contains a mix of transactional and transformational leadership attributes.  This will help design leadership development interventions for developing the capacity of managers to apply the leadership styles that are most likely to elicit employee job satisfaction and, therefore, contribute to its effectiveness.
PENDEKATAN SAINTIFIK DALAM PEMBELAJARANPENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DAN BUDI PEKERTI DI SD NEGERI 3 KALISONGO
Authors: JIPI
Published: October 2023

SD Neger 3 Kalisongo adalah salah satu SD Negeri yang telah melaksanakan pembelajaran dengan menggunakan pendekatan saintifik. Lebih dari itu, salah satu guru di antara guru-guru Pendidikan Agama Islam SD Neger 3 Kalisongo adalah termasuk salah satu trainer pembelajaran saintifik yang memiliiki pemahaman dan penguasaan baik terhadap hal ini. Pokok permasalahan penelitian ini adalah 1) Bagaimana implementasi pendekatan saintifik dalam pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti di SD Negeri 3 Kalisongo?; 2) Apa keuntungan yang diperoleh guru dengan pendekatan saintifik dalam pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti di SD Negeri 3 Kalisongo?; 3) Apa problem yang dihadapi guru dengan pendekatan saintifik dalam pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti di SD Negeri 3 Kalisongo? Jenis penelitian dalam penelitian ini adalah Kualitatif, sedangkan berdasarkan tujuannya maka jenis penelitian yang akan digunakan adalah jenis penelitian deskriptif. Dengan demikian jenis penelitian yang akan digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah jenis penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Pembelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti dengan pendekatan saintifik diawali dengan kegiatan mengobservasi, dilanjutkan dengan menanya, mengumpulkan informasi, mengasosiasi, dan mengkomunikasikan hasil
KEGIATAN YASINAN DAN WAQIAHAN DALAM PEMBENTUKAN KECERDASAN SPIRITUAL SISWA DI MTS. MAMBAUL ‘ULUM GEDANGAN
Authors: JIPI
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh perubahan sosial yang berpengaruh terhadap sikap dan perilaku seseorang. Hal itu disebabkan oleh kemajuan yang terjadi tidak diimbangi dengan kecerdasan spiritual. Kecerdasan spiritual adalah kecerdasan yang harus dimiliki oleh setiap manusia yang beragama, khususnya untuk seorang muslim. Adapun langkah MTs. Mambaul ‘Ulum Gedangan dalam pembentukan kecerdasan spiritual siswa dengan mengajak siswa melaksanakan kegiatan keagamaan berupa Yasinan dan Waqiahan. Keberhasilan yang dicapai dalam pembentukan kecerdasan spiritual siswa dilihat dari sudut pandang spiritual keagamaan, sosial keagamaan, dan etika keagamaan dalam pandangan yang baik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menjelaskan Pembentukan Kecerdasan Spiritual Siswa di MTs. Mambaul ‘Ulum Gedangan, Untuk menjelaskan Pelaksanaan Kegiatan Pembacaan Yasin dan Al-Waqiah di MTs. Mambaul ‘Ulum Gedangan, Untuk mengetahui apa saja Faktor Penunanjang dan Penghambat Kegiatan Pembacaan Yasin dan Al-Waqiah di MTs. Mambaul ‘Ulum Gedangan.
PERAN REMAJA MASJID TERHADAP INKLINASI MORAL REMAJA DI LINGKUNGAN MASJID DARUSSALAM BANTUR
Authors: JIPI
Published: October 2023

Banyaknya peristiwa-peristiwa ataupun kasus kemerosotan moral yang terdapat di lingkungan sekitar kita, tentu disini remaja masjid adalah sebuah organisasi yang berpotensi sangat besar untuk mempengaruhi para remaja di lingkungan sekitarnya, dikarenakan memiliki penunjang dengan anggota remajanya yang banyak, diharapkan bisa mempengaruhi dan merubah nilai moral remaja di lingkungannya dengan berbagai upaya-upayanya. Dalam penelitian ini, penulis menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan jenis studi kasus pada remaja masjid yang memiliki berbagai upaya dalam mengatasi masalah tersebut. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bentuk-bentuk kemerosotan moral yang terjadi pada remaja lingkungan Masjid Darussalam Bantur, seperti adanya pelanggaran seksual, tindak bullying, mengkonsumsi minuman keras, pencurian, dan kebut-kebutan atau balap liar. Kemudian mengalami peningkatan moral dengan banyaknya remaja yang mulai merasa malu ketika melakukan tindakan yang salah, mulai banyak yang berpartisipasi dengan anggota remaja masjid, hingga aktif mengikuti berbagai kegiatan remaja masjid. Tindakan awal yang diambil remaja masjid dengan mengundang para remaja sekitar untuk bergabung dengan anggota remaja masjid, kemudian melakukan berbagai kegiatan rutinan. Ketika berupaya meningkatkan moral, remaja masjid juga memiliki pendukung dari berbagai pihak, yaitu kepercayaan dari takmir masjid, antusias masyarakat sekitar, faktor pemimpin yang membuat semangat para anggota remaja masjid. Adapun penghambatnya adalah dari kurangnya perhatian orang tua para remaja, faktor ligkungan pergaulan para remajanya, kemudian dari kecanggihan teknologi yang mempengaruhi remaja, dan faktor internal anggota yang terkadang berbeda pendapat satu dengan yang lainnya.
Hakikat Inovasi Dalam Pendidikan Agama Islam
Authors: JIPI
Published: October 2023

Pendidikan merupakan landasan utama bagi manusia sebagai perbaikan kehidupan agar menjadi lebih baik berkualitas serta terdidik lebih baik. Pendidikan merupakan salah satu aspek penting dalam kehidupan, khususnya Pendidikan dalam konteks agama islam dimana manusia akan dibimbing secara terarah dan oleh manusia diwujudkan dengan melaksanakan ajaran islam dengan perintah baik dan buruk hingga dikembalikan kepada Allah

Inovasi dalam pembelajaran khususnya pada Pendidikan agama islam sangat diperlukan karena pembelajaran PAI mempunyai peranan sangat penting dalam membentuk moral bangsa. Namun kegagalan tentunya tidak 100% itu merupakan sebuah kewajaran. Adapun tujuan pembelajaran PAI itu sendiri adalah untuk menanamkan nilai-nilai keagamaan sebagai landasan sikap dan perilaku dalam kehidupan sehari hari. Pentingnya inovasi pembelajaran pada Pendidikan agama islam harus diselenggarakan dengan pesatnya kemajuan teknologi informasi dan komunikasi, karena pembelajaran diselenggarakan dengan pesatnya kemajuan teknologi informasi dan komunikasi, olehkarenanya inovasi dalam pembelajaran perlu ditingkatkan

Dapat dilihat bahwa salah satu perlunya inovasi pembelajaran adalah perubahan untuk dijadikan kajian dan diikuti karena adanya tuntutan kebutuhan Masyarakat yang memaksa kita untuk menyikapi dengan bijak pada dunia global ini. Tindakan untuk memecahkan permasalahan dalam dunia Pendidikan adalah dengan melakukan inovasi dalam pembelajaran. Solusinya adalah dengan  berinovasi seorang pendidik dapat memperkuat kekurangan-kekurangan dlam proses kegiatan belajar mengajar agar memperoleh hasil yang maksimal, suatu inovasi dapat berkreativitas dengan mencari rumus baru yang disesuaikan dengan karakteristik siswa
UPAYA GURU DALAM MENINGKATKAN MINAT BELAJAR FIQIH DI MTs AL ISLAM BANTUR
Authors: JIPI
Published: October 2023

Pelnellitian ini dilatarbellakangi olelh relndahnya minat bellajar siswa pada mata pellajaran Fiqih di Mts Al-Islam Bantulr. Banyak faktor yang pelnelliti telmuli dalam prosels pelmbellajaran yang melmpelngarulhi aktivitas dan minat bellajar siswa selpelrti, 1) sikap bellajar siswa yang bellulm sellulrulhnya aktif dalam melngikulti pelmbellajaran, 2) masih ada belbelrapa siswa tidak telrlihat aktif dalam melngikulti pellajaran Fiqih, 3) masih ada belbelrapa siswa yang diam ataul pasif daripada belrintelraksi delngan gulrul dan telman- telmannya, melskipuln gulrul belrulsaha ulntulk melmbimbing siswa agar sellalul aktif, intelraktif dan melnciptakan pelmbellajaran yang melnyelnangkan. Pelnellitian ini belrtuljulan ulntulk melnjellaskan minat bellajar mata pellajaran Fiqih siswa Mts Al-Islam Bantulr. Melnjellaskan ulpaya gulrul dalam melningkatkan minat bellajar Fiqih di Mts Al-Islam Bantulr. Dan melnjellaskan dampak dari ulpaya gulrul dalam melningkatkan minat bellajar Fiqih di Mts Al- Islam Bantulr. Jelnis pelnellitian yang digulnakan adalah pelnellitian kulalitatif delngan pelndelkatan stuldi kasuls, telknik pelngulmpullam data yang digulnakan dalam pelnellitian ini dalah delngan obselrvasi, wawancara dan stuldi dokulmelntasi. Adapuln telknis analisis data yang digulnakan dalam pelnellitian ini adalah reldulksi data, pelnyajian data dan melnarik kelsimpullan. Hasil pelnellitian yang tellah pelnullis lakulkan melnulnjulkkan bahwa minat bellajar siswa pada mata pellajaran Fiqih di Mts Al-Islam Bantulr suldah dikatelgorikan baik. Ulpaya gulrul dalam melningkatkan minat bellajar Fiqih di Mts Al-Islam Bantulr suldah culkulp baik dan belrdampak positif selhingga dapat melningkatkan minat bellajar Fiqih pada siswa di Mts Al-Islam Bantulr. Dari ulpaya gulrul dalam melningkatkan minat bellajar mata pellajaran Fiqih melmiliki dampak yaitul, siswa melnjadi lelbih selmangat dalam kelgiatan bellajar melngajar, siswa lelbih melmpelrhatikan dan fokuls keltika pelmbellajaran belrlangsulng, siswa lelbih aktif dalam kelgiatan bellajar melngajar dan sulasana pelmbellajaran melnjadi kondulsif.
IMPLEMENTASI PENANAMAN NILAI-NILAI PENDIDIKAN PERDAMAIAN DI PONDOK PESANTREN SANANUL HUDA SELOREJO BLITAR
Authors: JIPI
Published: October 2023

Pondok pesantren merupakan lembaga pendidikan Islam tertua di Indonesia yang banyak menapung santri-santri dari berbagai daerah. Berlatar belakang daerah, budaya, bahasa serta kepribadian di satukan dalam satu atap yakni pesantren. Yang pada akhirnya dalam rangka menciptakan keharomisan di tengah-tengah pluralisme ini dibutuhkan penanaman nilai-nilai perdamaian kepada seluruh lapisan pesantren, terkhusus kepada para santri. oleh karena itu tujuan dalam penelitian ini ialah 1) Mendeskripsikan serta menganalisis pendidikan di Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda Selorejo, Blitar 2) Menganalisis dan menemukan nilai-nilai pendidikan perdamaian yang ditanamkan kepada santri Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda Selorejo, Blitar 3) Mendeskripsikan implementasi penanaman nilai-nilai pendidikan perdamaian di Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda, Selorejo Blitar. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif jenis studi fenomenologis. Teknik pengumpulan data dengan cara: 1) wawancara yang mendalam 2) Observasi lapangan  3) studi dokumentasi. Teknik analisis penelitian ini dengan: 1) reduksi data 2) penyajian data, serta 3) verifikas, kemudian dilanjutkan dengan pengecekan kebasahan data dengan cara triangulasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa; 1) Elemen-elemn pesantren yang terdapat di Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda belum terpenuhi secara total. Hanya terdapat empat elemen, yaitu kyai, santri, pengajaran kitab-kitab klasik serta pondok atau asrma. Kurikulum yang dipakai oleh Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda ini ialah gabungan antara kurikulum pesantren salafiyah dengan kurikulum pesantren khalafiyah. Dan sistem pengajaran yang ada di Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda hanya  terdapat satu metode, yakni menggunakan metode bandongan saja. 2) Nilai-nilai pendidikan perdamaian yang terdapat pada Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda ini menunjukkan bahwa Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda telah menanamkan nilai larangan melakukan kezaliman, nilai persamaan derajat, nilai keadilan, nilai kebebasan, nilai hidup rukun dan saling tolong menolong, nilai toleransi serta nilai solidaritas sosial. Kemudian ditemukan satu nilai baru, yakni nilai memaafkan.3) Terdapat enam cara atau strategi dalam mengimplementasikan penanaman nilai-nilai pendidikan perdamaian. Sedangkan Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda hanya melakukan lima strategi dalam implementasi penanaman nilai-nilai pendidikan perdamaian, diantaranya, strategi ma’ruf, diintegrasikan dalam pelajaran, cara infusion, deseminasi wacana dan Praktik atau aktualisasi nyata. Artinya dalam proses mengimplementasikan penanaman nilai-nilai pendidikan perdamaian, Pondok Pesantren Sananul Huda tidak mamakai cara exfusion seperti teori yang ada
Çocuk Dostu Turizm
Authors: Güncan Özlem , Ongun Utku
Published: October 2023

Postmodern paradigmanın hakim olduğu günümüz dünyasına postmodern aile yapısı hakim olmuş ve ataerkil otoriteden uzaklaşılarak çocukerkil aile yapısı ön plana çıkmıştır. Bu aile yapısında çocuk önem kazanmış ve aile içi kararlarda etkin bir rol üstlenir hala gelmiştir. Aileler satın alma ve tatil tercihlerini çocuklarının istek ve ihtiyaçlarına göre yapmaya başlamışlardır. Turizm işletmeleri de çocukların aile içindeki bu etkisinin farkına vararak çocuklara yönelik pazarlama çalışmalarına ağırlık vermişlerdir. Bu gelişmeler turizmde “çocuk dostu turizm” anlayışının doğmasına ve turizm işletmeleri için çocuk dostu kriterlerinin oluşmasına katkı sağlamıştır. Günümüzde pek çok işletme, tesislerini bu kriterlere göre dizayn ederek hizmetlerini de bu kriterlere uygun olarak çeşitlendirmektedir. Dolayısıyla, son yıllarda turizm işletmeleri için önemi artan çocuk konusunun önemli olduğu düşünülmektedir. Bu bağlamda, bu bölümde çocuk dostu turizm kavramı ve turizm sektöründeki çocuk dostu turizm uygulamaları anlatılmıştır.
Doğum Turizmi
Authors: Koçak Bilgin Yasemin , Özçelik Ayten
Published: October 2023

Gelişmiş ülkelerde doğum yapma talebi her geçen gün artan bir eğilim olarak öne çıkmaktadır. Anne ve baba adaylarının çocuklarının o ülkenin vatandaşı olabilmesi amacıyla yurt dışına seyahat etmelerini içeren doğum turizminde; özellikle az gelişmiş ülkelerden gelişmiş ülkelere doğru bir yöneliş gözlenmektedir. Başta hedef ülkede vatandaşlık almak üzere, doğacak çocuk için daha iyi yaşam şartlarının sağlanması ve hedef ülkede doğum ve sonrasındaki gereken bakım için sağlık standartlarının yüksekliği doğum turizmine katılma sebeplerinin en önemlileridir.  Bununla birlikte birçok gelişmiş ülke doğum yoluyla vatandaşlık kazanma (jus soli) uygulamalarını sınırlamak veya önlemek adına tedbirler almış durumdadır. Bu eğilimlerin gönderen ülkelerde de bazı olumsuz etkileri bulunmaktadır. Özellikle, doğum yoluyla vatandaşlık alanların hedef ülkede kalma eğiliminde olmaları, gönderen ülkelerin yetişmiş insan kaynaklarını kaybetme endişelerine neden olmaktadır. Ancak, doğum turizmi aynı zamanda ekonomik katkılar ve vergi geliri potansiyeli sunması nedeniyle bazı ülkeler tarafından desteklenmeyi tercih edilmektedir. Bu nedenle, doğum turizmi olumlu ve olumsuz yönleriyle tartışılan bir fenomen olarak dikkat çekmektedir. Bu bölümde, sağlık turizmi kapsamında doğum turizminin ne olduğu, katılımcıların motivasyonları ve getirilen eleştiriler ele alınmıştır.
Etkinlik Turizmi
Authors: Atak Onur
Published: October 2023

Ulusal ve uluslararası turizm talebinden payını almak isteyen destinasyonlar ulusal ve uluslararası düzeyde rekabet üstünlüğü sağlayabilmek amacıyla turizmin olumlu etkilerinden yararlanmak istemektedirler. Günümüzde artan rekabet, etkili ve verimli etkinlik düzenleme, etkinlik tanıtımı ve pazarlaması gibi kavramları öne çıkarmaktadır. Bu kavramlara yönelik farkındalığın artışı, etkinlikler yoluyla destinasyon çekiciliğinin sağlanması, alt yapı üst yapı hizmetlerinin iyileştirilmesi, bölgeye yönelik marka imajı oluşturulması için oldukça önem taşımaktadır. Etkinlikler, ulusal ve uluslararası talebi çekmek, gelir sağlamak, diğer destinasyonlara karşı rekabet üstünlüğünü elde etmek gibi birçok sebeple düzenlenmektedir. Tüketicilerin yapmış oldukları harcamalardan elde edilen gelirin, turizm sektörüyle doğrudan ya da dolaylı ilgili birçok alanda katma değer yarattığı düşünülmektedir. Rekreasyon, ulaştırma, haberleşme, yiyecek içecek ve konaklama işletmeleri, bu katma değerden fayda sağlayan işletme gruplarındandır. İşletmeler veya sektörler arasında yapılan harcamalardan elde edilen gelirin tekrar harcanması yoluyla diğer sektörlerde oluşan gelir ve istihdam, ekonomik canlılığın oluşması ve yeni istihdam olanaklarının yaratılması açısından büyük önem taşımaktadır. Etkinlik turizminin ifade edilen katkılarının yanında turizm çeşitlendirilmesine katkı sağlanması, turizm sezonunun uzatılması, bölgeye yönelik farkındalığın oluşturulması, bölgenin tanıtımının yapılması ve yeni gelir kaynaklarına ulaşma konusunda önemli katkılarının olduğu düşünülmektedir. Turizm sektörünün karşı karşıya olduğu en önemli problemlerden biri mevsimsellik sorunudur. Etkinlikler, turizmin olumsuz etkilendiği mevsimsellik sorunun etkilerini doğal çekicilik unsurlarını kullanarak azaltmakta, sezon dışı dönemlerde talep artışını sağlamaktadır. Bu kitap bölümünde etkinlik turizminin tanımı, olumlu ve olumsuz etkileri, etkinlik planlaması, etkinlik sınıflandırması ve etkinlik turizminin temel hedef ve amaçları hakkında bilgi verilmiş, Alaçatı Ot Festivali örneklendirilerek etkinliklerin önemine vurgu yapılmıştır.
Hüzün Turizmi
Authors: Ongun Utku
Published: October 2023

İnsanların kendilerini geçmiş dönemde hüznü yaşayan kişilerin yerine koyarak onların çektiği acıya ortak olma ve ruhlarını arındırma çabası literatürde “katarsis” olarak geçmektedir. Bu kavram aslında tam anlamıyla hüzün turizminin özünü içermektedir. İnsanları hüzün turizmine çeken temel unsurlar, hüzün, ölüm, acı ve keder anlarını tekrar yaşama istekleridir. İnsanların geçmişte yaşanmış olan acı ve üzücü olaylardan ders çıkarması ve toplumsal belleğin gelecek nesillere aktarılması açısından hüzün turizmi diğer turizm türlerinden farklı olarak önem taşımaktadır. Yakın geçmişte yaşanmış olan kötü deneyimler ve felaketlerden geriye kalan izler insanoğlunda her zaman bir merak ve ilgi uyandırmıştır. Gerçekleşen bu felaketleri yerinde görme duygusu ve tanıklık etme isteği insanları hüzün turizm destinasyonlarına çekmektedir. Bu kitap bölümünün amacı, geçmişte yaşanan savaş, vahşet ve felaketlerin gerçekleştiği ve günümüzde hüzün turizm destinasyonları olarak öne çıkan mekânlar hakkında bir değerlendirme yapmaktır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda kapsamlı bir literatür taraması yapılmıştır. İlk bölümde hüzün turizm kavramı anlatılarak insanları hüzün turizm destinasyonlarına çeken motivasyonlar hakkında bilgiler verilmiştir. Daha sonraki bölümlerde, toplanan verilere nitel araştırma yöntemleri içerisinde yer alan içerik analizi yapılmıştır. Bu çalışmanın önemi literatürdeki bu alanda önemli isimlerden olan Stone’un (2006) çalışmasındaki “en karanlık” kategorisinde yer alması beklenen dünyadaki en karanlık hüzün turizmi destinasyonların belirlenmesi ve bir arada sunularak bu destinasyonlar hakkında bilgi verilmesinden oluşmaktadır. Sonuç olarak, insanoğlunun geçmişte yaşadığı korkutucu ve ürkütücü olayları anımsatan bu destinasyonların sürdürülebilirliğinin sağlanması, olaylardan ibret alınması, eğitim verilmesi ve bu sayede bir duyarlılık yaratılması amaçlanmıştır.
Imdose Phantom Development For Quality Assurance And Control In Computed Tomography Imaging Study Of Image Quality And Dosage Assessment
Authors: Pontjowijono Djuli , Kristanto Mulyantoro Donny , Indrati Rini
Published: October 2023

C.T. has made a great contribution to detecting and diagnosing patients' diseases. C.T., before being applied to patients, must pass quality assurance and control with phantom. However, the availability of phantoms is still minimal because of their high price. His study aims to create and evaluate cylindrical phantoms for quality assurance and control procedures based on image quality and dose parameters. The research method involves creating an image-quality phantom design that references the CatPhan phantom using Sketchup. The results show that the phantom image provides results from the standard phantom; the SNR, CNR, MTF, noise, and MTF values of the ImDose phantom are still within the standard phantom criteria. Based on statistical tests, the image quality of SNR, CNR, MTF, NPS, and noise is not statistically significantly different from the standard phantom (p > 0.05). The uniformity value still needs to be improved because it has a significant difference from the standard phantom with an ap value <0.05. Increasing the voltage and current gave results proportional to improving image quality and dose. ImDose phantoms for quality assurance and C.T. control have been successfully developed.
Paul Tyson: “Seven Brief Lessons on Magic”
Authors: Sherlock Charles
Published: October 2023

Charles Sherlock's book review of Paul Tyson: “Seven Brief Lessons on Magic”
Enhancing employee performance through compensation management in the manufacturing industry
Authors: Nwafili Asinedu Kennedy , Odita A.Anthony , Kifordu A. Anthony
Published: October 2023

The study examined the effect of Compensation Management on employee performance in the Manufacturing Industry, specifically with a focus on Flight Aluminium Plc in Asaba Delta State, Nigeria. The specific objective of the study is to ascertain two measures of Compensation Management namely; Salary (SLY), and Benefits Programmes (BP), and how they affect employee performance in the Manufacturing Industry. The study employed a descriptive survey research design. The sample size is 75 respondents, this was determined using the purposive sampling technique. The study made use of the Likert scale of point 5 is used for the closed-ended questions to draw responses from the respondents. A total of seventy-five (75) questionnaires were administered by staff of Flight Aluminium Plc in Asaba, Delta State. Out of the seventy-five (75) questionnaires, (73)97.33% were retrieved and properly filled while two (2)2.67% were not returned. Thus, the sample to be used for the study was used in the range of seventy-three (73) respondents. Data presented and analysed in this study is dichotomized into three parts. First is the data presentation which comprises the descriptive analysis of the respondent's profile using simple weighted percentages, Second, the descriptive statistics of data obtained from the questionnaire using minimum, maximum, mean, and standard deviation the Pearson correlation analysis would be used as a basis of testing the hypothesis. The findings revealed that both independent variables (Salary (SLY) and Benefits Programmes (BP), have a significant relationship with employee performance in the Manufacturing Industry. The study recommended that the company should continue providing security benefits to all employees, their position notwithstanding as it will positively influence employee productivity and raise overall performance in the manufacturing sector.
Optimising organisational performance through dynamic conflict resolution strategies in the banking sector
Authors: Obi Ijeh Nkechi Esther , Kifordu A. Anthony
Published: October 2023

This study investigated the effect of conflict resolution and organizational performance in the Nigerian Banking Sector, in Asaba Delta State. This study identified how conflict resolution strategies are implored to improve organizational performance. The adopted measures included such measures as; Accommodating Strategy (AS) and Dominating Strategy (DS) on how they influence organizational performance which seeks to be the dependent variable. The primary data used in this study were collected with the aid of structured questions from respondents (customers of banks). A total of 65 questionnaires were administered to respondents and also retrieved. These data were coded using an Excel spreadsheet and entered in Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) for analysis using descriptive statistics, correlation, and multiple regression with the aid of SPSS version 23. The findings revealed that Accommodating Strategy (AC) and Dominating Strategy (DS) have a significant relationship with Organizational Performance (OP). This study therefore concluded that there is a significant Accommodating Strategy (AS) in particular has a good and significant impact on organizational performance (OP). As a result, Nigerian banks should keep and grow accommodating strategy channels since it has improved staff performance, which would help the banks function better. Hence, the researcher recommended that Management should try to offer seminars/workshops on organizational dispute resolution methods for workers regularly. Employees will be able to learn about conflicts and how to successfully handle them for the benefit of the business.
Assessing the efficiency of different control strategies for the COVID-19 epidemic
Authors: Castilho Cesar , Gondim Joao A. M. , Marchesin Marcelo , Sabeti Mehran
Published: October 2023

The goal of this work is to analyze the effects of control policies for the coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic in Brazil. This is done by considering an age-structured SEIR model with a quarantine class and two types of controls. The first one studies the sensitivity with regard to the parameters of the basic reproductive number R0 which is calculated by a next generation method. The second one evaluates different quarantine strategies by comparing their relative total number of deaths.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2020/64/abstr.html
Optimal control analysis applied to a two-patch model for Guinea worm disease
Authors: Mushayabasa Steady , Losio Anthony A. E. , Modnak Chairat , Wang Jin
Published: October 2023

We applied optimal control theory to a mathematical model for guinea worm disease, to determine the effectiveness of optimal education campaigns on long-term dynamics of the disease. Our model is concerned with two different host populations, represented by two patches, sharing a common water source. We computed the basic reproduction number of the model and demonstrated that whenever the reproduction number is less than unity the disease dies out in the community. Also we established that when the basic reproduction number is greater than unity the disease persists. Utilizing optimal control theory, we explored the potential of time dependent education to eliminate the disease within 120 months. The model showed that time dependent education can be successful to minimize disease prevalence in the two patches, however, its success strongly depends on the total cost of implementation as well as its maximum strength.

For more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2020/70/abstr.html
Stability and instability of Kirchhoff plate equations with delay on the boundary control
Authors: Badawi Haidar , Akil Mohammad , Hajjej Zayd
Published: October 2023

In this article, we consider the Kirchhoff plate equation with delay terms on the boundary control. We give instability examples of systems for some choices of delays. Finally, we prove its well-posedness, strong stability, and exponential stability under a multiplier geometric control condition.

Foro more information see https://ejde.math.txstate.edu/Volumes/2023/68/abstr.html
The Association Between Maternal Nutritional Status During Pregnancy and Caries Experience in Their Offspring: A Literature Review
Authors: Rafisa Anggun , Balafif Felisha Febriane , Najmi Nuroh , Kuswandani Faisal
Published: October 2023

Previous studies have discovered intergenerational linkage between maternal nutritional status and the subsequent health of their offspring. This literature review aimed to explore the connection between the nutritional status of mothers during pregnancy and the occurrence of dental caries in their children. PubMed and Scopus were used for searching articles, adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA) protocol. The process involved eliminating duplicate articles, and further refinement included articles published within the timeframe of 2013-2023 and those published in the English language. Review articles, studies involving animals, letters to the editor, book sections, and conference proceedings were excluded. Articles that did not provide information on the variables of interest and sample details were also excluded. Data extraction included author names, article titles, publication years, study designs, indicators of maternal nutritional status, type of dentition under consideration, and the reported outcomes. After meticulous removal of duplicate articles and careful application of the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 7 articles met the study's eligibility criteria. The study results collectively indicated that lower levels and intake of maternal plasma vitamin D, reduced maternal plasma folate levels, inadequate gestational weight gain, and overall poor maternal nutritional status were associated with an increased risk of dental caries in their children. It is crucial for mothers to maintain a diet that guarantees the adequate nutrition of the developing fetus.
SPD veranstaltet “Openmedia”-Konferenz
Authors: Otto Philipp
Published: October 2023

Die Medienkommission der SPD veranstaltet zusammen mit der parteieigenen Zeitung Vorwärts am Freitag den 10. Dezember einen “Openmedia”-Kongress. Los gehts um 14 Uhr. Die Speaker und Panelisten wollen über die “sozialdemokratische Medienpolitik” diskutieren. Gerade in diesen Zeiten, in denen heftig um den Jugendmedienschutz-Staatsvertrag (JMStV) und das Urheberrecht gerungen wird, könnte dies interessant werden.
OpenCitations needs you: support the change in research practices
Authors: Di Giambattista Chiara
Published: October 2023

In OpenCitations, we like to define our infrastructure organization as “community-based” and “community-driven”, and we really mean it. The support coming from the number of academic libraries and consortia coming after OpenCitations’ involvement in the 2nd SCOSS funding cycle has made it possible, starting from 2020, to make OpenCitations develop from a small university project based on time-limited grant incomes to being an
Interview Valie Djordjevic zu Mashup-Video
Authors: Djordjevic Valie
Published: October 2023

Vergangenen Dienstag habe ich Udo Israel vom Freien Radio Corax in Halle ein kurzes Interview zum Thema Video-Mashups und Remixes gegeben. Es war ein nettes Gespräch, das man jetzt nachhören kann. Thema war das Symposium „Verbotene Filme“, hauptsächlich aber was mit Videos im Internet alles gemacht werden kann, wie legal das ist und wieso Künstler überhaupt mit fremdem Material arbeiten wollen.
MODEL PEMBELAJARAN DALAM IMPLEMENTASI KURIKULUM MERDEKA
Authors: Sulolipu Andi Annisa , Yahya Muh. , Rismawanti Erni , Anas Muh.
Published: October 2023

Tata kelola administrasi sekolah telah mengalami kemajuan dan mengikuti perkembangan zaman. Namun, penggunakan Kurikulum Merdeka masih belum optimal. Hal ini menjadi Permasalahan yang dialami mitra pada SD Inpres Tamanyeleng Gowa yaitu belum maksimalnya sosialisasi terkait penerapan Kurikulum merdeka khususnya penggunaan model-model pembelajaran yang sesuai dengan IKM (Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka). Hasil PkM menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan peserta dalam menggunakan model- model pembelajaran yang sesuai dengan kurikulum merdeka. Hal ini menjadikan pembelajaran di dalam kelas lebih bermakna sebab siswa dapat belajar sesuai dengan kesiapan. Minat dan profil peserta didik itu sendiri. Luaran yang terwujud dari kegiatan ini adalah: Peningkatan pengetahuan dan keterampilan guru dalam menggunakan model pembelajaran yang menarik sesuai dengan materi yang diajarkan
SOSIALISASI STRATEGI PELAKSANAAN LITERASI SEKOLAH DALAM MEMPERKUAT BUDAYA BACA SISWA DI SMAN 1 MANNA BENGKULU SELATAN
Authors: Kusmiati Reni , Paulina Yanti , Mahdijaya Mahdijaya , Zakaria Jelita
Published: October 2023

Gerakan Literasi Sekolah adalah program yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan minat siswa dalam membaca. Hasil studi pendahuluan dengan guru dan siswa di Sekolah Menengah Atas Negeri (SMAN )1 Manna Kabupaten Bengkulu Selatan bahwa meskipun Gerakan Literasi Sekolah sudah dilaksanakan, namun kemampuan membaca siswa masih memerlukan penguatan, karena itu dilakukan sosialisasi tentang strategi pelaksanaan literasi sekolah dalam memperkuat budaya baca siswa. Tujuan pelaksanaan sosialisasi ini  memberi pemahaman kepada guru tentang bagaimana memperkuat budaya baca melalui pelaksanaan literasi sekolah yang nantinya akan menghasilkan perubahan positif yang berdampak positif pada prestasi akademik, pemberdayaan siswa, dan pengembangan budaya literasi di sekolah dalam jangka panjang. Metode yang digunakan dalam pelaksanaan pengabdian masyarakat ini yaitu sosialisasi melalui kegiatan penyuluhan dengan memberikan edukasi langsung terkait  pemaparan konsep, pendekatan, teknik, strategi pelaksanaan literasi sekolah, melakukan dialog interaktif dan metode FGD (Forum Group Discussion). Metode ini melibatkan guru-guru dari SMAN 1 Manna dari berbagai disiplin ilmu yang berjumlah 24 orang. Kegiatan pengabdian terkait sosialisasi mengenai strategi literasi sekolah dalam memperkuat budaya baca siswa di SMAN I Manna Bengkulu Selatan berjalan baik dan lancar, kepala sekolah dan guru memahami bagaimana memperkuat budaya baca siswa. Sosialisasi ini memungkinkan adanya peningkatan minat baca siswa,  siswa lebih antusias untuk membaca buku dan materi bacaan lainnya, memungkinkan akses siswa terhadap berbagai jenis buku dan materi bacaan di perpustakaan sekolah atau melalui kegiatan peminjaman buku meningkat,  adanya peningkatan hasil belajar siswa, terutama dalam mata pelajaran yang memerlukan kemampuan membaca dan pemahaman yang baik, dan guru mungkin akan memperbaiki strategi pengajarannya
Shape Memory Alloy Strain Sensor Integrated Into Structural 3D Object During Additive Manufacturing
Authors: Resendes Tomás , Rodrigues Patrícia , Cordeiro Hélder , Cruz Francisco , Vieira Teresa
Published: October 2023

The additive manufacturing (AM) process lets freedom to explore new ways to make several complex geometries of 3D objects. However, these can be critical to the mechanical behavior during the structural application. Maintaining the stress field inside the component within the safe values previously evaluated from the design is essential to prevent its premature failure. This study aims to promote a precise measurement of the deformation through a strain sensor integrated into the 3D object close to critical zones. The NiTi shape memory alloy could promote high-precision measurements of sensors. The superelasticity of this alloy enables a linear relationship between the deformation and the electrical resistivity. Therefore, this solution allows taking advantage of superelasticity to evaluate the deformation close to the critical zones of 3D objects with high precision during their lifetime. The present study highlights the role of inside strain sensors embedded during AM and compares them with conventional measurements.