bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Experience with double transposition flaps and intravelar veloplasty for closure of wide cleft palates
Authors: Kolisetty Pavan Venkateswar , Ali Sheikh Sarfraz , Sudhy Indrajith K.
Published: April 2024

Background:

Repairing a wide cleft palate is a challenging task for surgeons. The goals of cleft palate repair such as achieving anatomical closure of the defect, complete velopharyngeal closure, speech development, and to minimize dentoalveolar anomalies are difficult to achieve in wide and massive cleft palates. Several methods have been described for the same. We performed double transposition flaps combined with intravelar veloplasty in our patients. In this article, we share our experience with the same.

Materials and Methods:

We reviewed 9 cases, in which double transposition flaps with intravelar veloplasty were performed. Patient demographics, clinical data, and outcomes were analyzed. Functional status including nasal resonance and palatal mobility were assessed with nasal endoscopy.

Results:

The average age at the time of surgery was 17 months. Four patients had associated diseases. The mean operative time was 55.7 min. The mean follow-up period is 23.7 months. Only posterior palatal closure was done in all the cases and patients were managed temporarily with obturators and are planned for delayed closure later.

Conclusion:

Double transposition flap is a safe, effective, and technically less demanding procedure. It has no wound complications and can avoid the need for osteotomy to correct maxillary retrusion. The main drawback of the procedure is the creation of an anterior palatal fistula that needs closure later.
Complete unilateral cleft lip repair: A modification of the Mohler surgical technique
Authors: Solano Nicolas , Hidalgo Rogger , Barrios Oscar , Ramos Salomon , Sierralta Maria Alejandra , Macias Gabriel Annabel
Published: April 2024

Aims:

Clefts manifested in cleft lip and palate are one of the most prevalent malformations in the craniofacial region. The objective of this study is to describe the surgical technique for the correction of unilateral cleft lip by means of a modification of the original Mohler technique with the same principle of rotation and advancement that allows us to obtain symmetry and balance on the cleft side.

Patients and Methods:

Two modifications were made to the original Mohler technique, one established in the preparation of two flaps for the conformation of the floor of the nostril, with which the mucocutaneous limit of the borders of the normal and cleft lip and the conformation of the vermilion were obtained. Using Z-plasty, clinical photographic records of the surgical technique and preoperative records as well as immediate, mediate, and late postoperative of the patients treated in our center were made.

Results:

In the patients who were treated under these modifications of the Mohler technique, the appropriate height was obtained on the cleft side compared to the healthy side, both 1 week and 1 month after surgery, it was discovered that the patients did not appear a discontinuity in the mucocutaneous line or at the vermilion level, the symmetry relationships at the vermilion level have significant differences in both height and thickness 1 week after surgery that improved at the control 1 month after surgery.

Conclusions:

The modifications made in the Mohler technique can be applicable and flexible for complete and incomplete clefts, obtaining favorable results in the functional and esthetic parts that allow following the patients with the stage of facial growth.
Perceptions of South African plastic surgeons regarding academic education in the field of cleft lip and palate
Authors: Ghabrial Emad , Madaree Anil
Published: April 2024

Background:

Historically, South African plastic surgeons (PSs) have been managing cleft lip/palate (CLP) and craniofacial anomalies (CA). PS lead CL/P teams globally where the need arises. The complex, lengthy nature of CL/P management requires holistic services and collaboration between disciplines. Academic education should provide in-depth knowledge, interdisciplinary participation, and clinical exposure to field experts.

Objectives:

An investigation into exposure and knowledge of South African PS regarding management of CL/P. An opinion from practicing PS about academic educational needs for working with CL/P patients.

Methods:

Online survey and telephone interviews (a structured questionnaire) investigating opinions of PS in CL/P to determine satisfaction with the adequacy of academic education and perceived needs.

Results:

The questionnaire was completed by 41% of practicing PS from Medpages health-care provider database. Most respondents (63.3%) were between 30 and 49. Of them, 74% showed good general knowledge of CL/P. However, 76.5% acknowledged limited clinical training and exposure in this field, preventing them from adequate services provision to CL/P patients. Only 41% offered primary and/or secondary treatment to CL/P patients and 40% had participated in interdisciplinary teams. All agreed on the need for a dedicated training program(s) in CL/P management. The majority recommended subspeciality training through a clinical fellowship or a degree course.

Conclusion:

PS postgraduate academic training and clinical exposure are limited in the CL/P field. An educational strategy should be established to meet the needs of PS providing CL/P care. Part-time clinical fellowship and/or degree courses would prepare them adequately for a career managing CL/P and CA patients.
“(The) Play’s the Thing”: Shakespearean drama as an end in itself
Authors: Addison Catherine
Published: April 2024

Drama, more obviously than other genres of art, is a form of play; and play, according to Johan Huizinga, is essentially autotelic, or not a means to an end. Shakespeare’s plays are trivialised if they are seen essentially as means to other ends. Science conceives of the material world as an endless chain of causes, just as utilitarianism demands that all human artefacts and endeavours take their place on an eternal chain of purposes. This model devalues all its elements, for they acquire their worth only in terms of what appears next along the chain, never in or of themselves. The model is also counter-intuitive, since human experience values things, people and events differently from one another. Some items give us more pause than others; a few invite us to lose ourselves, as a child becomes lost in a game. Drama asks an audience to play along with its playing actors, pointlessly. If there is a point – moral or utilitarian – it is a mere side effect. A play, like Cleopatra’s hopping, is a digression from the straight journey of human lives toward death; and, as Freud suggests in Beyond the Pleasure Principle, detours are the only places in which the life drive makes any inroads into the death instincts’ relentless onward progress. Shakespeare’s dramatic works not only demonstrate play, and hook their audiences into the delightful, terrifying and all-absorbing world of (the) play, but they also provide a metanarrative about play, playing with the idea of playing. This essay resists the tendency to interpret Shakespeare’s dramatic works pragmatically, and instead shows, with examples from comedies and romances, especially The Tempest and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and from tragedies including King Lear, Macbeth, Hamlet and Antony and Cleopatra, how they refuse to be means toward other ends, but “play till doomsday”, throwing reflective aspects up to their audiences and defying the puritans to stop them as they do so.
Sovereign States: Byatt, Bard and coronations
Authors: Merrington Peter
Published: April 2024

This essay is written from the perspective of an Anglophone South African in the ongoing aftermath of ‘state capture’ in this land. It draws on Shakespeare’s preoccupation with monarchy or sovereignty, in the context of a time of transition (in the UK and the Commonwealth of which South Africa is a member) from the reign of Elizabeth II to that of Charles III. It is grounded for that reason in a novel by A.S. Byatt, The Virgin in the Garden, which deals with the coronation (the first to be televised) of the late queen in 1953. That novel is also about a largescale outdoor verse drama on the life of Elizabeth I, the ‘Virgin Queen’. Byatt shows us how the press spoke, in high earnest, of the new dispensation. She is earnest herself, and also ironic, and at times satirical. So is this essay
PEMILIHAN SUPPLIER PENGADAAN PERANGKAT SISTEM GEMPA BUMI DENGAN METODE ANALYTICAL HIERARCHY PROCESS (AHP) PADA PT. XYZ
Authors: Fadlisyah Hari , Fathoroni H Moch Fadhli , Azizah Dea Zahra , Fauzi Muchammad
Published: April 2024

Di jaman yang semakin berkembang ini, semakin banyak perusahaan dan  bisnis  baru  yang  bermunculan.  Hal  ini  menimbulkan  persaingan  yang semakin ketat antara pelaku - pelaku bisnis yang ada baik dalam barang maupun jasa. Setiap perusahaan pasti memiliki suatu orientasi bisnis yaitu selalu berusaha untuk  menghasilkan  profit  yang  maksimal  dengan  cara  meminimalkan  biaya- biaya yang harus dikeluarkan. Hal tersebut dapat diwujudkan oleh perusahaan dengan pemilihan supplier yang tepat. Supplier yang tidak tepat dapat menyebabkan permasalahan yang dapat menyebabkan kerugian yang tidak sedikit bagi perusahaan. PT. XYZ saat ini bergerak di bidang industri elektronik. Teknologi yang telah dikembangkan. PT. XYZ juga terus aktif mendukung kedaulatan negara dengan menyediakan produk-produk di bidang pertahanan, transportasi dan ICT (Information & Communication Technology). Selama ini perusahaan masih memilih supplier dengan cara yang biasa. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana aplikasi AHP sebagai dasar pemilihan supplier di PT. XYZ .  Penelitian  ini  merupakan  bagaimana  pemilihan  supplier  pengadaan perangkat sistem gempa bumi  pada  saat  ini  yang  telah  dilakukan  oleh  perusahaan  tersebut,  apa kelemahan   dan   kelebihan   dari   pemilihan   supplier   yang   diterapkan   oleh perusahaan tersebut, masalah apa yang terjadi dalam proses produksi yang berhubungan dengan pemilihan supplier pengadaan perangkat sistem gempa bumi, kriteria apa saja yang digunakan dalam pemilihan supplier.
ANALISIS OVERALL EQUIPMENT EFFECTIVENESS (OEE) DAN SIX BIG LOSSES PADA MESIN WASHING VIAL DI PT. XYZ
Authors: Dipa Muhamad , Lestari Fitria Dewi , Faisal Muhamad , Fauzi Muhamad
Published: April 2024

PT. XYZ is one of the pharmaceutical companies that always make continuous improvements. Based on observations at the company, there is a decrease in the performance of the Washing Vial machine used for the washing and sterilization process of the vial. This problem causes a large number of rejected products so that production targets are not achieved. This study aims to calculate the OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and Six Big Losses values of gilowy machines so that they can be known the largest losses incurred by the machine. Based on calculations obtained OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) value of 53.68% with Availability of 63.36%, Performance Ratio of 87.21% and Quality Ratio of 97.59%. The calculation of the Six Big Losses is equipment failure loss of 36.64%, Setup Time Losses of 17.07%, Reduced Speed Losses of 8.36%, Idle and Minor Stoppage of 40.25%, Defect Losses of 1.36% and Reduced Yield Loss of 0%. From these results show Idle and Minor Stoppage to be the biggest factor losses that occur in the Gilowy machine
UPAYA MEMINIMALISASI CACAT PRODUK DENGAN IMPLEMENTASI METODE LEAN SIX SIGMAS
Authors: Lestari Rhema Chintya , Handayani Kristina Fitri , Firmansah Gun Gun , Fauzi Muchammad
Published: April 2024

Competition in the manufacturing industry is now very fierce. The growth of the industry is running rapidly and that is why competition in each industry is so fierce. PT XYZ is a glassware factory and produces glass tools produced through several stages of the process. Currently the company's capabilities cannot meet market demand. This causes backorders to occur almost every month. This inability is due to the large number of defective products (defects) and waste (waste). This allows the company to continue to manage existing production systems effectively and efficiently. Implementation of lean six sigma in identifying defects and waste. Fixed defects and reduced drilling to increase production output. Stream mapping is used for identification against waste. While the identification of defects is done by control charts. After obtaining the data and analyzed using the cause effect diagram and pareto diagram so as to produce a series of recommendations for system improvement. The results of the research obtained by analyzing the root cause analysis method is that the cause of defective products is in the process of machine preparation and the inaccuracy of the operator tuning the machine. While the cause of waste occurs due to breakdown in the machine used in the production process.
KLASTERISASI UNTUK MENENTUKAN JARINGAN DISTRIBUSI BAWANG MERAH DI PROVINSI JAWA BARAT
Authors: Alpiansyah Chandra , Putra Wilmar , Fauzi Muchamad
Published: April 2024

Shallots (Allium cepa L. Aggregatum group) is a type of plant that is used as a spice in various cuisines of Southeast Asia and the world. This plant is thought to have come from Central Asia and Southeast Asia. The high demand and need for shallots have an impact on this commodity, which provides benefits to be cultivated according to the projection of shallot consumption in 2021 in Indonesia reaching 2.8 to 3.8 kg/capita/year. Low production capacity causes traders to have to bring in from outside the city to outside the province. Based on the survey results, shallot traders in the province of West Java are supplied from the central point of distributors in Central Jakarta. This study aims to determine whether the distribution network requires a distribution center point by considering the clustering of distribution distances. The method used to determine the distribution network is K-Means in cluster division and Center of Gravity in determining distribution points. With this method, it can be concluded that with a total of 4 clusters, the results obtained in cluster 1 there are 2 cities, cluster 2 there are 11 cities/districts, cluster 3 there are 12 cities/districts, cluster 3 there are 12 cities/districts, and cluster 4 there are 2 districts is not recommended to create a new distribution center point in each cluster because, the total costs will be higher. So each cluster will receive shallot distribution from the distribution center point in Central Jakarta
PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ALTERNATIF: PEMBELAJARAN MELALUI PENGAJIAN BA’DA MAGRIB-ISYA DALAM PEMBENTUKAN AKHLAK ANAK
Authors: Irfan Mursyid
Published: April 2024

Establish of Children's morality is very important in this modern day, especially for teenagers who are looking for identity, it is necessary to be equipped with Islamic knowledge. Here researchers are interested in alternative religion education studies after maghrib-isya for teenagers as an effort to equip and shape the youth character for the better. The purpose of this research is to: (1) Describe alternative religion education studies after maghrib-isya, (2) describing the internalization of Islamic values through the study of studies after maghrib-isya in forming juvenile morality in the neighborhood Tanggul RW.12 Desa Cimuncang Serang, (3) describes the impact of the studies after maghrib-isya in the youth of the neighborhood Tanggul RW.12 Cimuncang  Serang.  To achieve the above objectives, there is a qualitative research approach that is descriptive. Methods of collecting data through observation, interviews and documentation. To check the validity of data using triangulation. The results showed that: (1)  studies after maghrib-isya is one of the religious-based alternative education that plays a role in learning to read Qur'aan, worship and morality. The learning process is sometimes done after praying Maghrib until the entrance of prayer time. This studies after maghrib-isya aims to educate children with ethical and Islamic culture, in the neighborhood Tanggul RW.12, There are three places of study, namely in the Hall of Studies Riyadul Muta'alimin, House Ustadzah Maemunah and house Ustad Suryadi, (2) The implementation of this study discusses the material about reading the Qur'an, worship and morality by occasionally associate it with the theme needed by teenagers. While the use of methods applied in this study is by the method of lectures, question and answer methods, methods of habituation, giving transparency, and giving motivation, (3) The impact of these studies has made a positive impact on teenagers especially in shaping adolescent morality that is increasing in the better direction
PENINGKATAN KETERAMPILAN MOTORIK KASAR MELALUI PERMAINAN TRADISIONAL KUCING DAN TIKUS
Authors: Yulianty Puji
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this research is to improve of gross motor skills of children through the traditional game of cats and mice at TK B Cifor Ceria Kota Depok 2017. The subject of research were 10 children. This research method was based on the research action class of Kemmis and Mc Taggart model included of four steps: (1) planning (2) action (3) observation and evaluation (4) reflection. The study consisted of one cycle, with two times meetings. Data analysis technique were used qualitative and quantitative data. The data were collected used observation instruments, interview non structur and documentation. Results of this research are showed an increased in gross motor skills of children through traditional games, evidenced by the average score of early motor skills crude children 63.61% and cycle I 79.33%. Research findings that the traditional game of cats and mice could increase children gross motor skill in TK B Cifor Ceria
PEMBELAJARAN E-LEARNING PADA MATA PELAJARAN PAI DI SD NEGERI 1 PANDEGLANG
Authors: Muslim M.
Published: April 2024

Learning is a human need that must be met under any circumstances, including during the Covid-19 pandemic which required distance learning (PJJ). For this reason, the majority of schools organize online learning using e-learning, and SD Negeri 1 Muruy is no exception. e-learning which is electronic-based learning both online and offline has obstacles.This study aims to 1) Assess the design of e-learning learning plans in PAI Subjects at SD Negeri 1 Muruy Pandeglang Banten; 2) Assessing the implementation of e-learning learning in PAI subjects at SD Negeri 1 Muruy Pandeglang Banten Public Middle School; 3) Reviewing the implementation of e-learning learning evaluation in PAI subjects at SD Negeri 1 Muruy Pandeglang Banten Public Middle School; 4) Analyzing the results of the implementation of learning PAI subjects at SD Negeri 1 Muruy Pandeglang Banten. This study uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. The results of the study show that the design of e-learning learning plans for PAI Subjects at SD Negeri 1 Muruy Pandeglang Banten is to prepare CBT/CBE applications, prepare student and teacher accounts to access CBT/CBE, arrange full online learning schedules or shift systems, compile RPP blended, holding training related to e-learning and installing CBT/CBE replacement applications. The implementation of e-learning learning in PAI subjects was mostly carried out online which initially used the CBT Al Fattah application, then changed to using WAG which included links to other applications, such as Zoom, Google Meet, Plif Book, Youtube, PPt and Podcast for audio. . Implementation of e-learning learning evaluations using the CBT Application or Google Form, E-mail, or Youtube, both Daily Assessments, Formative Tests and Summative Tests. Based on the documentation study of PTS report cards, it shows that the cognitive value of students in PAI Subjects increases when face-to-face learning, on the contrary when PJJ, there are more scores below the KKM. Therefore, it is necessary to improve the quality of e-learning learning in PAI Subjects
PENGEMBANGAN PEMBELAJARAN BERBASIS MEDIA POWERPOINT DALAM PEMBELAJARAN TEMATIK TERPADU DI SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Aini Syarifah
Published: April 2024

This study aims to develop learning media based on Information and Communication Technology (ICT), especially PowerPoint, for integrated thematic learning with the theme of energy saving, in the energy and motion subtheme. The method used is research and development, and one of the important procedures is the validation of PowerPoint-based learning media. Qualitative validity was carried out on 41 fourth-grade teachers in the city of Medan, North Sumatra, and the results showed that the media had good quality. The media was then tested on 32 fourth-grade students of a public elementary school in Medan, North Sumatra. The results showed that there was a significant increase in student learning outcomes from 68.94 to 76.72. In addition, powerpoint-based learning media has a positive effect on students, and where they feel very happy when using it
PENERAPAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN PROBING PROMTING LEARNING TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN BERPIKIR KRITIS SISWA PADA MATA PELAJARAN IPA
Authors: Andriana Encep , Hendracipta Nana , Gumanti Siti
Published: April 2024

The application of the probing prompting learning model to students' critical thinking skills in science subjects. A quasi-experimental study with a non-equivalent control group design. The research was conducted at SD Negeri Sumur Peuteuy. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. In this study, class IV A was used as the experimental class and class IV B as the control class. This study aims to determine whether there are differences in students' critical thinking skills using the probing prompting learning model and students using the direct learning model. The purpose of the data analysis technique is to test the hypothesis using two tests and the right-hand side test. Based on the two-party hypothesis, tcount = 4,599 and ttable 2,010 so 4,599 > 2,010, meaning Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. From this research, it can be said that the learning model applied in the experimental class (probing prompting learning model) and in the control class (direct learning model) shows the students' critical thinking skills. And the experimental class is better than the control class
ANALISIS PENERAPAN MODEL TAI BERBANTUAN MEDIA KONKRET TERHADAP PEMAHAMAN KONSEP MATEMATIKA MATERI SUDUT
Authors: Sutriyani Wulan , Cahyani Ratih Noor , Ulum Lia Miftakhul
Published: April 2024

Diversity of characters, different levels of learning understanding and difficulties in understanding learning concepts make it difficult for teachers in the teaching and learning process because students are still unfamiliar with the material so that teachers are allowed to provide a real picture so that the learning material is easily understood by students. The learning process requires a learning model that can make students learn optimally by using a cooperative learning model, one of which is the Team Assisted Individualization (TAI) model. The use of learning media that brings students closer to everyday experiences about mathematical concepts realistically by using an experiential approach to real-world situations or concrete objects. The purpose of this study was to determine the application of the Team Assisted Individualization (TAI) learning model using concrete object media to improve students' ability to understand mathematical concepts in angle material. Based on the literacy results obtained from seven relevant journals regarding "Analysis of the Application of the TAI Model Assisted by Concrete Media on Understanding the Mathematical Concepts of Angle Material" it was found that learning the concept of angles with the aid of concrete media using the Team Assisted Individualization (TAI) cooperative learning model can have a positive effect on learning process and improving student learning outcomes so that it can be applied to elementary school level mathematics learning
PENINGKATAN PRESTASI BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK MENGGUNAKAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN STAD TERINTEGRASI SAINTIFIK MATERI PERUBAHAN WUJUD BENDA PADA PESERTA DIDIK KELAS IV DI SD NEGERI 3 BANCARKEMBAR
Authors: Prasetyo Amandariella Samahita , Sulastriningsih Andri , Anggoro Subuh
Published: April 2024

The presence of the Science subject has the potential to develop students' capabilities and foster critical thinking skills through both conceptual knowledge and experiments. However, not all knowledge about the universe can be easily comprehended, as many Science learning materials are abstract, requiring students to invest time in absorbing such information. The aim of this research is to improve the learning outcomes of fourth-grade students in the topic of changes in the state of matter at SDN 3 Bancarkembar. This study falls under the category of Classroom Action Research (CAR) conducted in two cycles. The research subjects consist of 17 fourth-grade students. Learning outcome data were collected through tests and subsequently analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results of the research indicate an improvement in learning outcomes related to the topic of unit length in each cycle. The average score in Cycle I was 60.57 and increased to 82.35 in Cycle II. These findings demonstrate that the use of the STAD model integrated with a scientific approach can enhance learning achievement in the topic of unit length in fourth-grade students at SDN 3 Bancarkembar
KEKERASAN KOLEKTIF SEBAGAI KEJAHATAN
Authors: Aslami Iron Fajrul
Published: April 2024

Tindak kekerasan kolektif setiap tahunnya terus saja bertambah secara kuantitas di seluruh Indonesia. Kekerasan kolektif baik yang merupakan kejahatan murni ataupun kekerasan kolektif sebagai reaksi sosial (memperoleh legitimasi dari masyarakat), tetap saja menimbulkan kerugian yang serius bagi masyarakat itu sendiri. Pengaruh faktor budaya, ekonomi dan lemahnya penegakan hukum menjadi pemicu kekerasan yang dilakukan secara kolektif. Permasalahan utama dalam penulisan artikel ini adalah bagaimana kajian kriminologi dan filsafat hukum terhadap kekerasan kolektif, baik sebagai individu atau kolektif. Hal tersebut berkaitan dengan bentuk kolektivitas massa sebagai pelaku massa yang muncul dengan sebagai reaksi sosial. Pengaruh Kultur negatif masyarakat turut andil dalam berbagai tindakan kekerasan kolektif yang terjadi. Kenyataan historis dari peristiwa-peristiwa masa lalu turut mencerminkan bagaimana tindakan kekerasan (sikap agresif dan bersemangat memberontak) sebagai hal yang lumrah sebagai budaya internal masyarakat di Indonesia.
Assessing Concepts, Procedures, and Cognitive Demand of ChatGPT-generated Mathematical Tasks
Authors: Sapkota Bima , Bondurant Liza
Published: April 2024

In November 2022, ChatGPT, an Artificial Intelligence (AI) large language model (LLM) capable of generating human-like responses, was launched. ChatGPT has a variety of promising applications in education, such as using it as thought-partner in generating curricular resources. However, scholars also recognize that the use of ChatGPT raises concerns, such as outputs that are inaccurate, nonsensical, or vague. We, two mathematics teacher educators, engaged in a collaborative self-study using qualitative descriptive approaches to investigate the procedures, concepts, and cognitive demand of ChatGPT-generated mathematical tasks focused on fraction multiplication using the area model approach. We found that the ChatGPT-generated tasks were mostly procedural and not cognitively demanding. Moreover, despite ten variations of input prompts, ChatGPT did not produce any tasks that used the area model approach for fraction multiplication. Rather, it generated tasks focused on procedural approaches. Alarmingly, some tasks were conceptually and/or procedurally inaccurate and vague. We suggest that educators cannot fully rely on ChatGPT to generate cognitively demanding fraction multiplication tasks using the area model. We offer recommendations for educators’ strategic use of ChatGPT to generate cognitively demanding mathematical tasks.
CLIL Methodology as an Educational Approach to Support Productive Skills for EFL
Authors: Silva Herrera Rogger Mauricio
Published: April 2024

The process of teaching and learning English as a foreign language needs improvement, and this study aims to address the effectiveness of CLIL in the educational context. The main objective is to gather relevant bibliographic information to verify whether the use of the CLIL methodology can have a positive impact on the productive skills of young learners of English as a foreign language. To achieve this, an in-depth examination of previous studies, general information, the advantages of the CLIL methodology, and its potential contribution to improving oral and writing communication skills is required. It is worth noting that there is a shortage of relevant literature and research on this particular topic in some South American countries, unlike other countries. Furthermore, the present research involved the collection and analysis of existing studies, which lends credibility to the findings. In particular, some aspects of Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) have not been widely applied or known by teachers and students in South American educational institutions. As a result, there are many weaknesses in the implementation of the CLIL methodology that do not effectively contribute to students' improvement and acquisition of language learning. The most relevant conclusion shows that the CLIL methodology is applied and contributes to the improvement of the English language, but unfortunately, there is not much information from research work on the contribution of CLIL to the productive skills of the foreign language.
An Advanced Multi-Functional Robotic dog with Enhanced Sensory and Communication Proficiencies
Authors: Madhushree K  , Keerthana M  , Poornima J  , R. Kavya  , Padmavathi M  , Dr. Pavithra G  , Dr. T.C.Manjunath
Published: April 2024

In this paper, an advanced multi-functional robotic dog with enhanced sensory and communication proficiencies is being presented. The final year project work undertaken by us involves introduces a multifunctional robotic dog designed for military applications, equipped with advanced capabilities to enhance situational awareness and operational efficiency. The robotic dog combines cutting-edge technologies, including face recognition, object manipulation, environmental sensing, mapping, and communication, to perform tasks in challenging and inaccessible environments. The work carried out is the seventh semester main-project by the students of Electronics & Communication Engineering under the guidance of the faculties supervision (guide).
Hardware Prototype Development Of a Robotic Car To Avoid Obstacles
Authors: Akanksha Dash  , Amrutha G  , Krutika S. Ganpur  , Sneha Chatter  , Dr. Pavithra G  , Dr. T.C.Manjunath
Published: April 2024

The project aims to construct an obstacle-avoiding robotic vehicle equipped with ultrasonic sensors for autonomous navigation. It employs an ATmega328 microcontroller for control. This intelligent robot autonomously detects obstacles in its path using ultrasonic sensors, and the microcontroller redirects its movement accordingly by controlling the motors through a motor driver. Unlike some projects that utilize IR sensors, this one opts for ultrasonic sensors due to compatibility and effectiveness. The work carried out is the second semester mini-project by the students of Electronics & Communication Engineering under the guidance of the faculties.
Design & Development Of a Dc Charging Unit For Various Engineering Applications
Authors: Mallikarjun  , Sujal S. Karbhari  , Ravi Gorentla  , Ajaykumar B.M  , Dr. Pavithra G  , Dr. T.C.Manjunath
Published: April 2024

In this paper, the design & development of a DC charging unit for various engineering applications is presented. The DC Charger project is the creation of a charging system that converts AC power from the mains into a steady DC output for charging batteries and devices. The process involves using a transformer to step down the mains voltage, followed by a bridge rectifier that converts AC to pulsating DC. Smoothing capacitors then refine the DC waveform, which is further stabilized by voltage regulators to provide a consistent 12V output. A relay that manages the charging process. When the battery is fully charged, the relay disconnects the charging current. LED indicators provide visual cues for charging status. Protection mechanisms prevent issues such as overcurrent and overvoltage, ensuring safety. The project teaches about the basics of DC power electronics and how to design, build, components, and test a DC charger. It will also give you the opportunity to apply your skills in electronics and problem-solving. The work carried out is the second semester mini-project by the students of Electronics & Communication Engineering under the guidance of the faculties.
Effect Of The Porosity And Grain Boundary On Li+ And K+ Substituted Nanoporous Ferrite
Authors: Aniket Manash  , Kumar Harsh  , Rakesh Kumar  , Prabin Kumar  , Saurabh Kumar
Published: April 2024

In the present research focus has been given to grain boundary defect and nanopores in the splitting of water molecule in alkali modified metal such as potassium and Lithium. The SEM analysis revealed the agglomeration and porous structure. The porosity of magnesium ferrite is found to be 52.2% and it decreases as the dopent is increases in both the cases. In K+ the porosity decreases from 46.6% to 22.9% and in Li+ the porosity decreases from 52.98% to 49.71%. The photoluminescence spectroscopy is used to determine the grain boundary defects present in the prepared samples. Photoluminescence spectroscopy provides verification of the presence of oxygen vacancies and radiative imperfections in the fabricated materials. The photoluminescence (PL) investigations reveal a decrease in oxygen vacancies and other radiative defects as the dopant concentration increases. The present investigation also focuses on the comparison of alkali modified nanoporous ferrite especially lithium and potassium for its application in electronic device especially in Hydroelectric cell.
EFEKTIFITAS METODE AL-MIFTAH DALAM MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN MEMBACA KITAB KUNING SANTRI
Authors: Khoridatul Bahiyah  , Muhammad Jadid Khadavi
Published: April 2024

The research objective in this study is to review the effectiveness of the al-Miftah method in improving the ability to read the yellow book for students at the Sullamul Hidayah Islamic boarding school in Probolinggo. In this study, researchers conducted research using a qualitative approach, while the type of research used was a case study that explored real life. The sources of data and information obtained in this research were from observations and interviews with several parties concerned. The results of research at the Sullamul Hidayah Islamic Boarding School show that this method is very influential and effective for new students who will start the basic science of reading the yellow book, namely the science of nahwu and sharaf. The effectiveness of the al-Miftah method at the Sullamul Hidayah Islamic Boarding School is that it provides a guarantee that within one year the students at the Sullamul Hidayah Islamic Boarding School have the ability to read the yellow book well according to the rules. Apart from that, it also has a positive impact on the quality of Islamic boarding schools which have proven successful in winning yellow book reading competitions at the sub-district and district levels.
PROFESIONALITAS GURU PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM DALAM MENINGKATKAN PRESTASI BELAJAR SISWA DI MA AL KHOIRIYAH KERPANGAN LECES PROBOLINGGO
Authors: Moh. Imam Syafi'i  , Muhammad Devy Habibi
Published: April 2024

study aims to reveal the professionalism of Muslim teachers and their influence on students' learning outcomes in MA Al-Khoiriyah schools. Using a qualitative approach, data were collected through classroom observations, teacher interviews, and document analysis. These results highlight the importance of academic background, subject mastery, and technology integration in improving the quality of education. The results also show that collaboration among teachers and support from government and schools play an important role in creating a professional learning environment. Teachers with appropriate teaching qualifications tend to provide higher quality instruction, and their overall mastery of the subject matter influences student understanding. Technology integration and innovative teaching methods were identified as key factors to increase student engagement. Moreover, cooperation and exchange of experiences among teachers is an effective way to improve teaching skills. Government and school support, including the provision of resources, training and support, has been shown to play an important role in promoting the professional development of Islamic teachers. A supportive work environment and incentives for good performance motivate teachers. The results of this study provide an in-depth understanding of the factors that influence the professionalism of Islamic teachers and their impact on the learning success of students at MA Al-Khoiriyah. Recommendations based on these findings include improving teaching skills, developing innovative teaching methods, and increasing collaboration among teachers. It is hoped that the implementation of these recommendations will positively contribute to improving the quality of Islamic religious education at madrasa level and more broadly in Indonesia.
Water Footprints of Philippine Agricultural Products
Authors:   De La Salle University – Dasmariñas, Pareja Marlon
Published: April 2024

Compared to the usual measuring of national water usage using water withdrawals from the different sectors, the use of water footprint as a tool for calculating water usage provide more insights on the efficiency of the use of freshwater resources. Various water footprints of Philippine agricultural products were calculated together with the corresponding energy water productivity. The findings in this paper also showed that the Philippine per capita water requirement for food (CWRF) is significantly higher compared to other developing countries since it needs more water to produce a food item and affects the total water usage as shown in total water requirement (TWRF). In terms of TWRF, the computed data indicates that it will continuously increase in the next four decades and will become a big factor in determining water sustainability. This paper recommends that water scarcity should be identified and be recognized as a major threat to sustainable development besides population growth and externalities of uncontrolled economic growth. Accurate identification of the “blue” "green,” and “gray” water” components of food production will help in the formulation of appropriate strategies in water productivity and its efficient use.
Rainfall and Land Cover Changes Impact on the Hydrologic Responses of Santa Cruz Watershed, Laguna, Philippines
Authors:   University of the Philippines Los Baños, Magpantay Angelica , Sanchez Patricia Ann , Sobremisana Marisa , Tiburan Jr. Cristino
Published: April 2024

Watershed provides a wide range of ecosystem services. Part of its provisioning services is the quantity, distribution, and timing of water supply. The state of water resources is affected, among others, by rainfall and land use and land cover (LULC) changes. With the Philippines consistently ranking very high in the World Risk Index reports in terms of disaster risks and land use intensification due to continuous growth in population and economic activities; it is crucial and timely to conduct research in relation to its hydrological impacts. This study aimed to detect and project the separate and combined impacts of these changes on the surface runoff responses of Santa Cruz Watershed during a typhoon event using the Hydrologic Engineering Center’s Hydrologic Modeling System (HEC-HMS) model. The study was able to identify, and bias-corrected five General Circulation Models (GCM) under Representative Concentration Pathways (RCP) 4.5 and 8.5 storylines to account for the future impact of change in rainfall. Meanwhile, LULC modeling was executed using the Markov chain method to project its 2040 state. Combined impacts revealed a certainty that peak discharge and total volume will increase, and the time of peak will be earlier than the baseline model for both RCP 4.5 and 8.5 scenarios. The output of the study can serve as a vital input in crafting evidence-based policy and decision-making in relation to watershed planning and management.
Removal of Pesticide Residues in Aqueous Solution by Adsorption Using Pineapple Peel Activated Carbon
Authors:   University of the Philippines Los Baños, Cruz Eric Jhon , Manuben John Julius , Cruz Maria Lorena
Published: April 2024

The use of synthetic pesticides in crop protection generates dilute pesticide solution resulting from the cleaning of pesticide application equipment, also known as pesticide rinsate. If not disposed or treated properly, this may result to the contamination of surface water or groundwater. One of the possible management practices for pesticide rinsate is the use of activated carbon as an adsorbent. Activated carbon was prepared from pineapple peel using phosphoric acid through chemical activation. Characterization of the surface morphology through Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) confirmed the successful activation of the carbon. The resulting Pineapple Peel Activated Carbon (PPAC) was utilized as adsorbent in the removal of the carbamate methomyl in the pesticide rinsate. Analysis of the cleaned rinsate using a High-Performance Liquid Chromatograph confirmed the removal of 96.0-98.4% of methomyl residues in a 7.5 mg L-1 methomyl pesticide rinsate using a 0.5-1.0% w/v PPAC:rinsate ratio. This study showed that activated carbon could be successfully prepared from pineapple peel and used as an effective adsorbent for the remediation of pesticide rinsate to prevent the pollution of surface water or groundwater.
Farmers'Adaptation of Floods, Droughts and Disaster Risk Preparedness: The Case of Angat, Bulacan, Philippines
Authors:   University of the Philippines Los Baños, Agbay Vanessa Camille , Sanchez Patricia Ann , Camus Donny Rey , Aquino-Cando Jessa , Barroga Eduardo Miguel , Velasco Ashemir
Published: April 2024

Variability of rainfall caused by climate change has brought great impacts in the country, especially the agriculture sector. This study aimed to assess the effects and impacts of climate change, particularly flood and drought events, in the agriculture sector of Angat, Bulacan, Philippines. A household survey was conducted with 393 farmers surveyed using multi-criteria questionnaires. Sixty-two percent of farmers has been affected by drought, and 33.84% of them had their crop production decreased for more than 50% of their usual harvest. Absence of rain has affected majority of farmers (29.50%) whose farmlands are rainfed. Lack of irrigation facilities also affected the level of crop production in the locality. Majority of the respondents (46.56%) have experienced the effects of floods, especially those who reside near Angat River where overland flow occurs. Aside from damaged infrastructures and properties, the respondents also experienced water-borne diseases like diarrhea and skin infections. Farmers were able to adapt with the effects of climate change such as creating their own wells and planting crops that are suitable for the season. This study could aid in the improvement of adaptation measures of local farmers in Angat
Comparing synonymous adjectives in Vietnamese and English
Authors: Vo Phuong
Published: April 2024

Vietnamese and English have many similarities and differences in using synonyms to express comparisons. The goal of the research is to analyze semantic similarities between Vietnamese and English. Researching this topic is done to clarify the expressions of the two languages to make the study of specialized terminology more convenient. The article will focus on clarifying theoretical basis issues, research methods, and research questions. It will also aim to elucidate the similarities in describing human qualities and the similarities and differences between synonyms of absolute characteristics between Vietnamese and English, drawing upon the corpus of idioms and proverbs in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary of Diana Lea.
Determinants of Mental Health in Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Community Medicine, Ahmadu Bellow University Teaching Hospital. Zaria, Kaduna. Nigeria. & Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development. Leeds Institute of Health Sciences, University of Leeds. Leeds. West Yorkshire, United Kingdo, Dan-Ali Mustapha Attahiru , Makama Funom Theophilus ,   Nuffield Centre for International Health and Development. Leeds Institute of Health Sciences, University of Leeds. Leeds. West Yorkshire, United Kingdom. & Human Rights and Global Ethics. School of History, Politics and International Relations, University, Emike Ologun Victoria ,   Department of Community Medicine, Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital Complex. Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.
Published: April 2024

Mental health is a serious but grossly neglected issue in Nigeria. Not only has it suffered neglect in the health sector, but alternative practitioners are also getting more involved such as traditionalists, religious leaders, cultural leaders and older relatives of mental health patients. This has contributed to the worsening mental health status of the country. The aim of this review is to search the literature to identify recent determinants of mental health in Nigeria, categorize them based on the Dahlgren and Whitehead’s framework and analyse what have been done so far to implement interventions tailored towards these determinants. This should help policy makers make policies that will be effective in the local context and not just adopting policies from elsewhere when trying to salvage this problem.
The Influence of Dividend Policy and Company Size on Company Value with Profitability as a Moderating Variable in Listed Energy Sector Companies on the Indonesian Stock Exchange 2018-2022 Period
Authors:   Faculty of Economic and Business, University of North Sumatera, Ariyanti Ety , Nasution Fahmi Natigor ,   Faculty of Economic and Business, University of North Sumatera, Erwin Keulana ,   Faculty of Economic and Business, University of North Sumatera
Published: April 2024

This research aims to determine the effect of dividend policy and company size on company value with profitability as a moderating variable in energy sector companies listed on the BEI in 2018-2022. This research was conducted based on information obtained on the Indonesian Stock Exchange. The sampling technique for this research uses a purposive sampling method. The population in this study was 82 energy sector companies listed on the IDX in 2018-2022 and the sample used was 21 companies. The type of data used is secondary data and the data analysis technique is panel data regression and the Moderate Regression Analysis (MRA) test with analysis tools using Eviews 10 software. The results of this research show that dividend policy has no effect on company value and company size has a positive and significant effect on company value. Profitability is able to positively moderate (strengthen) of dividend policy on company value, while profitability is able to positively moderate (strengthen) the influence of company size on company value.