bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Language Development and Mobile Apps for Down Syndrome Children
Authors: Karagianni Eleni , Drigas Athanasios
Published: August 2022

Down syndrome is considered to be one of the most prevalent genetic causes of intellectual disability, derived from chromosomal disorder, which accounts for dysfunctions in many organs and has a characteristic phenotype, which consists of physical and behavioral features. Many studies have shown that language is one of the most impaired areas of function in Down syndrome and perhaps, the highest barrier for their substantial inclusion into formal education and community. The aim of this paper is to investigate the specific features of this linguistic phenotype, presenting the strengths and weaknesses of their language, as well as the factors that contribute to their formation, compared to normally developing children. In addition, it scopes to highlight the role of educational mobile apps, as innovative and interactive tools for the developmental learning of Down syndrome children. The results of the research indicate that their language goes through the same, with typical development sequences, but progressively erases a slowing trajectory and results in lower performance. However, the use of mobile apps can significantly improve their cognitive functioning, in order to acquire academic and social skills that will ensure them an independent and quality life.
Incomplete construction as a contaminant of the urban environment. Case study of the city of M'sila, Algeria
Authors: Feloussia Lahcene
Published: August 2022

Most of them are incomplete in terms of construction. The phenomenon is considered to be a topic of study and analysis because it has given an inappropriate picture of the public view, distorted the city's aesthetic image and become a contaminated phenomenon in the field of visual pollution. The importance of this study lies in trying to understand the real causes of this urban phenomenon and identify the social dimensions and elements of it, economic and cultural that have contributed to its aggravation at the national level. The topic also dealt with the study and analysis of Law 08/15 aimed at finding effective solutions to the phenomenon of incomplete construction and settling the status of buildings of several levels, the most important of which is real estate settlement, conformity and issuance of building permits and others. The field study that touched the city of M'sila through the neighborhood of 295 dwellings (Lamayar  neighborhood), which served as a model for this study, also found the reasons for the exacerbation of this phenomenon. At the level of real estate status, at the level of physical and economic capabilities. The population, as well as the level of urban culture.
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on the Clinic Operations of Primary Care Physicians in Southern Negros Occidental
Authors: Terry-Sabay Mylene P. , Guevarra Joseph G.
Published: August 2022

The clinic operations of primary care physicians experienced an economic downturn affecting the delivery of healthcare services since the start of the pandemic. Thus, this research study determines the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the clinic operations of primary care physicians in Southern Negros Occidental in terms of business operation and marketing viability. The study also intended to discover the opportunities and challenges in primary care facility operations. The descriptive-comparative research design was used. Research findings show that the COVID-19 pandemic had a substantial impact on the clinic operations of primary care physicians. Moreover, age has a significant difference in the degree of impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the clinic operations in both business operations and marketing viability. The study essentially addresses the limited data on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the clinic operations. The medical society may utilize this study to look for strategies to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on primary care physicians and maintain the delivery of health services in a non-hospital-based setting.
Keywords. Pandemic, clinic operations, primary care physicians, business operation, marketing viability, descriptive, Philippines
Visual pollution in the Algerian city: manifestations and causes. Case Study of the City of Batna
Authors: Mansour Khemissi , Addad Mohamed Elcharif
Published: August 2022

Construction is one of the most prominent phenomena in Algeria's cities. which resulted in deformation of the appearance of residential buildings that lacked aesthetic characteristics, The importance of the study of visual pollution lies in its direct relationship with the visual image of the city. The research aims to study the manifestations of visual pollution in the urban environment and to learn the factors and causes that led to it by studying the status of the centre of the city of Batna located In the Land Occupancy Scheme No. 8, based on the analytical and descriptive curriculum, the study showed the impact of  Visual pollution and its relationship to the violation of building regulations.
Prevalence of Malnutrition among Patients with Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus in Tertiary Care Hospital in Pakistan
Authors: Ahmad Ibrar , Kaifi Hoor Maab , Ullah Fahim , Javed Adan , Tahir Hira , Rahman Mujeeb Ur
Published: August 2022

Purpose: To figure out the prevalence of malnutrition among patients with Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) in tertiary care hospital

Methodology: The study adopted a cross-sectional study.  The study took place in Endocrine and Medicine Departments of Lady Reading Hospital, Peshawar, Pakistan from September 2019 to March 2020. A total number of 259 patients of T2DM were screened for screened for nutritional assessment with the help of nurse and supporting staff. The data was recorded with the help of question are and Subjective Global Assessment form (SGA). The nutritional risk parameters and malnutrition status was figured out and the data collected was statistically analyzed with the help of MS Excel and SPSS 22.0.

Findings: The results of the current findings revealed that 123 patients out of 259 were at moderate risk of malnutrition, while 136 patients were highly at malnutrition risk. Similarly, 162 patients were sorted out to have the status of moderate malnutrition while 97 patients were severely mal-nourished. Among various categories of BMI the highest frequency has been shown by Obese Class-I with highest risk malnutrition risk and severe malnourished frequency. The Correlation Coefficient R2 value of 0.923. The Chi-Square value of 187.69 and p-value (1.214e-38) nullifies the Null hypothesis.

Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, it may be concluded that a wholesome ratio of T2DM are at nutritional risk or having the status of malnutrition in hospitalized patients. Secondly, it may also be inferred that the largest number of T2DM could be assumed at Obese Class-I of BMI distribution.
Characteristic of Paracetamol Overdose Before and During COVID-19 Pandemic, Saudi Arabia, 2019-2020
Authors: Saqah Rayyan , Sharaheeli Jaber , Abdulkareem Lamman
Published: August 2022

Purpose: Paracetamol is the most used medication worldwide; due to its analgesic and antipyretic effect; it had been included within the recommended regimen for COVID-19 patients. This study aimed at exploring the changes in the incidence of paracetamol overdose during pandemic compared to pre-pandemic periods.

Methodology: Through a record-based study, all cases of paracetamol overdose who had been reported to the ministry of health in Saudi Arabia in the period between January 2019 and December 2020 were included in the study. Data stored in electronic form were retrieved and analyzed using SPSS version 26. Frequency distribution was used to describe categorical variables.

Findings: Two hundred and forty four paracetamol overdose cases were reported in 2020 (during the pandemic) compared to 449 in 2019 (pre-pandemic) with dominance of females (62.6%) and Saudis (86.7%). Most cases ingested paracetamol orally mainly in solid forms (76.5%), and they were mostly diagnosed as confirmed cases on admission (84.6%). The great majority recovered and discharged (87.8%). The overall annual incidence of paracetamol in (pre-pandemic) was 1.32/100,000 which dropped markedly during pandemic to 0.71/100,000.

Conclusion: There was a general decline in the incidence of paracetamol overdose during COVID-19 pandemic, with relative increase in incidence in home incidents and in children.

Recommendation: Health education to the public to increase their awareness about proper and safe use of paracetamol is highly recommended, as well as introducing instructions and guidelines for practitioners about prescribing it.
Rancang Bangun Sistem Informasi Pendistribusian Kaca dan Aksesoris Alumunium dengan Memanfaatkan Teknik SEO Pada CV Family Kaca
Authors: Aldo Setiadi Aldo , Nofikasari Indah , Nurohman Nurohman
Published: August 2022

CV Family Kaca merupakan salah satu usaha yang menyediakan berbagai macam produk kaca dan aksesoris alumunium. Pendistribusian dan penjualan sangat diperlukan dalam proses bisnis yang berjalan diperusahaan ini. Proses bisnis di CV Family Kaca sedang berkembang, akan tetapi dalam kegiatan bisnisnya masih menggunakan penjualan konvensional. Kegiatan penjualan tersebut menyebabkan kurangnya produk yang dijual untuk dikenal oleh pelanggan. Oleh karena itu dibutuhkan proses bisnis yang terkomputerisasi, yang berguna untuk mempermudah proses bisnis dan mempernkenalkan produk dengan lebih luas. Pada penelitian ini peneliti menggunakan metode pengembangan sistem RAD (Rapid Aplication Development) yang meliputi Requirment Planing, Design Workshop, Implentation. Alat bantu perancangan menggunakan UML. Menggunakan database MySQL dengan bahasa pemrograman PHP. Analisis kelemahan sistem PIECES (Performance, Information, Economic, Control, Efficiency, Service). SEO merupakan serangkaian proses yang dilakukan secara sistematis yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan trafik kunjungan melalui mesin pencarian menuju situs web tertentu. Hasil penelitian ini yaitu sebuah sistem informasi pendistribusian dan penjualan yang terdiri dari data barang, transaksi penjualan, serta laporan penjualan dan laporan pendistribusian. Pengujian sistem dilakukan dengan menggunakan pengujian blackbox dan pengujian beta yang menghasilkan pembangunan sistem informasi telah sesuai dengan tujuan dan kebutuhan sistem. Dimana pertanyaan pertama berbobot 90% pertanyaan kedua berbobot 88% pertanyaan ketiga berbobot 86% pertanyaan keempat berbobot 90% dan pertanyaan kelima berbobot 84%.
Aplikasi Penjualan di Toko Batik Putri Laweyan Berbasis Android
Authors: Vidianti Pipit , Nurchim Nurchim , Sopingi Sopingi
Published: August 2022

Setiap pembelian produk pembeli bisa datang ke toko langsung atau dengan berkomunikasi melalui WhatsApp atau Instagram yang saat ini digunakan toko Batik Putri Laweyan untuk memasarkan setiap produknya. Namun jika menggunakan media WhatsApp atau Instagram tersebut pembeli harus menghubungi admin terlebih dahulu untuk menanyakan ketersediaan stok barang dan produk batik terbaru. Hal ini menyebabkan calon pembeli harus menunggu terlebih dahulu jawaban dari admin dan terkadang jika admin sibuk terlambat memberikan respon maka pembeli tidak jadi untuk membeli. Selain itu, Transaksi di Batik Putri Laweyan masih konvensional menggunakan buku, ketika akan akan melakukan rekap transaksi masih kesulitan karena terkadang buku rekapan tercecer, hilang atau ketinggalan. Oleh karena itu diperlukan aplikasi pengelolaan toko berbasis android sehingga pembeli lebih mudah untuk berbelanja online tanpa harus menunggu jawaban dari admin. Sedangkan admin dapat melihat hasil laporan serta dapat melakukan transaksi jika pembeli langsung datang ke toko. Metode yang dilakukan dalam pengembangan aplikasi ini adalah menggunakan metode RAD (Rapid Application Development). Sedangkan pembangunannya menggunakan bahasa pemrograman kotlin dan XML dengan software android studio. Aplikasi ini dibagi menjadi 2 yaitu aplikasi untuk admin dan pembeli. Hasil yang akan dicapai dengan dibangunnya implementasi aplikasi pengelolaan toko berbasis android adalah dapat memberikan informasi transaksi hari ini, bulan ini dan total penghasilan bulanan yang terdapat pada dashboard dan terdapat fitur transaksi jika pembeli datang langsung ke toko.
Aplikasi Penentuan Kelancaran Kredit Nasabah Dengan Metode C.45 Berbasis Website
Authors: Eko Nurjanah Fitria , Hasanah Herliyani , Maulindar Joni
Published: August 2022

KSP Purna Manunggal Jaya adalah satu koperasi yang bergerak dalam bidang simpan pinjam dan menawarkan permohonan kredit dengan suku bunga yang rendah. Koperasi tersebut terdapat banyak nasabah tetapi belum bisa menentukan kriteria nasabah yang mengajukan kredit akan macet atau tidak. Koperasi tersebut menerima semua nasabah yang akan mengajukan krdit akibatnya tidak bisa menentukan kriteria nasabah tersebut terjadinya nasabah macet dalam angsuran dan lamanya proses sehingga terjadi penumpukan data. Inti permasalahannya yaitu bagaimana cara menyediakan sistem informasi data mining prediksi penentuan kelancaran kredit nasabah berbasis web. Memberikan solusi untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut dengan membuat aplikasi penentuan kelancaran kredit nasabah dengan metode dessesion tree menggunakan algoritma C45. Metode yang dilakukan dalam pengembangan aplikasi ini adalah menggunakan metode RAD (Rapid Application Development). Sedangkan pembangunannya menggunakan bahasa pemrograman java. Aplikasi ini dibagi menjadi 2 yaitu aplikasi untuk admin dan piminan. Hasil yang akan dicapai dengan dibangunnya aplikasi penentuan kelancaran kredit nasabah berbasis web adalah dapat membantu pegawai dalam menentukan kriteria kelancaran nasabah kredit. Terdapat fitur prediksi nasabah dan hasil.
ASSISTÊNCIA DE ENFERMAGEM À GESTANTE VÍTIMA DE ECLÂMPSIA
Authors: Maroto Rodrigues Nayara , Araujo Vianna Thaís , Nunes de Lima Fabiano , Conceição Ribeiro Chícharo Sandra , Fonseca Pereira dos Santos Andressa , Da Silva Bittencourt Janaína , Rossato Deckmann Nogueira Lidiane
Published: August 2022

Objetivo: Este trabalho tem como objetivo analisar e caracterizar a enfermagem na assistência à gestante que foi acometida por eclâmpsia, conhecer a incidência da pré-eclâmpsia e eclâmpsia, descrever  as complicações, sinais e sintomas das gestantes com pré-eclâmpsia e eclâmpsia, analisar a relação profissional de saúde e gestante no cuidado da eclâmpsia. Método: Trata-se de um estudo da literatura de caráter exploratório-descritivo e qualitativo, realizado no Scientific Eletronic Library Online (ScieELO), banco de dados eletrônicos Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências de Saúde (LILACS) e Banco de Dados em Enfermagem (BDENF). Resultados: Obteve-se uma amostra de 10 estudos, todos publicados em revista de enfermagem, e dentre eles, foi notória a assistência de enfermagem à gestante com eclâmpsia. Conclusão: Esse artigo tem uma importância para a reflexão da assistência de enfermagem à gestante nos momentos de intercorrências gravídicas como a pré-eclâmpsia e eclâmpsia, pois contribui para o entendimento do cuidado, para prestar um papel essencial na identificação dos problemas e cuidados em relação a mãe e bebê, além de coordenar os membros da equipe de enfermagem.
Condições de trabalho e saúde dos docentes atuantes na rede estadual de ensino no sul de Minas Gerais
Authors: Carvalho Virginia , Lima Fernanda
Published: August 2022

O objetivo do estudo consistiu em analisar a associação entre alguns aspectos das condições de trabalho e a prevalência de danos físicos e transtornos mentais comuns entre docentes da educação básica, da rede estadual de ensino, atuantes na região Sul de Minas Gerais. As variáveis de análise das condições de trabalho envolveram o tipo de vínculo empregatício dos docentes, o número de escolas em que atuavam, o número de alunos por sala de aula e a carga horária semanal de trabalho. Os participantes da pesquisa (452 docentes) responderam a três escalas, a saber: o Questionário de Saúde Geral (QSG-12), a Escala de Avaliação de Danos Físicos, extraída da Escala de Avaliação dos Danos Relacionados ao Trabalho (EADRT) e um formulário sociodemográfico e laboral. Os resultados revelaram que as dores no corpo corresponderam ao agravo de saúde mais recorrente e que apresentou maior frequência entre os docentes com vínculo efetivo. Estes últimos, assim como aqueles que atuavam em duas ou mais escolas, também apresentaram escores mais elevados no QSG. Associações positivas foram observadas entre o número de alunos por turma e a prevalência de transtornos mentais comuns e distúrbios biológicos, assim como entre a carga horária semanal em sala de aula e as dores no corpo. Os achados obtidos fortalecem a noção de que a promoção da saúde docente deve envolver a melhoria nas condições laborais.
A influência do Marxismo nas lutas de independência de Guiné-Bissau e Cabo Verde: reflexões sobre a formação do PAIGC
Authors: Sousa Leão Aniele
Published: August 2022

As nações africanas de Cabo Verde e de Guiné-Bissau conquistaram suas independências através da luta revolucionária, inspirando-se no regime marxista-leninista. Nesse artigo, será apresentada essa influência, a partir da criação do Partido Africano de Independência de Guiné-Bissau e Cabo Verde – PAIGC, por Amílcar Cabral e outros revolucionários, no qual havia a compreensão de que o Partido não apenas era um instrumento necessário à libertação, mas, também, uma instituição capaz de formar as bases para a construção de uma nova sociedade.
A profissão docente e a pandemia COVID-19: uma questão a discutir
Authors: Honorato Hercules
Published: August 2022

O objetivo deste estudo é apresentar a pluralidade de olhares dos docentes, que estão a emergir das diversas ações empreendidas para minimizar as dificuldades que se apresentam no ensino remoto emergencial (ERE), requerido pelo fechamento das escolas devido a pandemia COVID-19. Sua relevância encontra-se nas ações e reações dos envolvidos, e constituem-se em possibilidades para gerar políticas públicas que motivem e fomentem a educação de qualidade. A seguinte questão de pesquisa norteou este trabalho: que lições poderiam ser aprendidas pelos envolvidos em sua prática docente após a reabertura das escolas? Foi realizada uma pesquisa exploratória, com a escolha da abordagem metodológica de investigação qualitativa. A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de questionário online, direcionado aos professores que atuavam em sala de aula e passaram a atuar no ERE. As lições desveladas: melhorar nossa formação ou pós-formação com a introdução de disciplinas ligadas aos meios digitais e tecnológicos; compreender que a educação a distância é uma possibilidade de ser aplicada em nossa prática docente; incluir no Projeto Político Pedagógico alternativas viáveis de ensino, aprendizagem e avaliação; nas reuniões de pais e mestres ou de conselho de classe, procurar colher todas as observações possíveis, tanto positivas quanto negativas. As lições destacas: precisamos recalcular rotas, minimizar as dúvidas que surgem na prática, de maneira a nos adaptarmos às novas estratégias tecnológicas da arte de ensinar.
Desafios para a rede federal de educação profissional e tecnológica: um estudo a partir da criação e expansão dos Institutos Federais
Authors: Boschini Fernanda , Batista Sueli
Published: August 2022

Perante a criação e a expansão dos Institutos Federais de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia, comprometidos com a produção, difusão e democratização do conhecimento visando o desenvolvimento dos indivíduos e das coletividades, algo precisa ser respondido: Expansão para quem? Esse é um interrogante que deve nos levar a buscar respostas específicas para os desafios que essas instituições da Rede Federal têm enfrentado para garantir a existência do tripé ensino, pesquisa e extensão e não se tornar uma mera escola de cursos rápidos de qualificação profissional, como tem sido a tônica do desmonte da EPT com as reformas educacionais brasileiras que surgiram a partir de 2017. A partir de pesquisa bibliográfica e documental o estudo tem o objetivo de apresentar e destacar os desafios para a articulação entre ensino, pesquisa e extensão, além da formação e o trabalho docente como pontos nevrálgicos de construção permanente da identidade dos Institutos Federais
Os desafios e lições da alfabetização no ensino remoto: um estudo de caso
Authors: Santos Danielle , Aguiar Camila , Grossi Márcia
Published: August 2022

A questão norteadora deste artigo foi: como as escolas, famílias e alunos estão lidando com o processo de alfabetização no Ensino Remoto (ER)? Para responder a esse questionamento, foi realizado um estudo com o objetivo de apresentar os desafios e lições da alfabetização no ER, sob a perspectiva das famílias e professoras do 1º e 2º ano do Ensino Fundamental do Centro Educacional Pé de Moleque (CEPEM), escola da Rede de Ensino Privada de Belo Horizonte – Minas Gerais. Para a realização deste artigo foi feita uma pesquisa de abordagem qualitativa, do tipo descritiva, por meio de um estudo de caso no CEPEM, em 2021. Quanto aos instrumentos de coleta de dados, recorreu-se a aplicação de dois questionários: um às famílias dos alunos do 1º e 2º ano do Ensino Fundamental e outro às professoras desses alunos. Os resultados apontam que mesmo diante de algumas dificuldades, as famílias e professoras mostraram-se satisfeitas com os resultados alcançados na alfabetização dos alunos e com as possibilidades que ER trouxe durante a pandemia. Também percebeu-se que alfabetizar realmente não é um processo fácil, porém ficou notório que os desafios enfrentados, tanto por professores quanto por familiares dos alunos no apoio das atividades a distância, reforçou a importância do estreitamento entre escola e família, o que possibilitou a aprendizagem efetiva das crianças.
Professores temporários no Distrito Federal: construção e o desenvolvimento da profissionalidade.
Authors: Limeira Jussara , Cruz Shirleide
Published: August 2022

Este manuscrito procurou compreender a constituição e o desenvolvimento da profissionalidade dos professores em contratação temporária de trabalho, tendo o lócus de pesquisa a Secretaria de Estado de Educação do Distrito Federal – SEEDF. Entendemos a profissionalidade docente como uma construção individual ou coletiva, com visão de contextualização no ambiente escolar e nas diferentes experiências formais ou informais na construção do trabalho, nos referenciando em Roldão (2005) e Cruz (2012). No trajeto de investigação do objeto, recorreu-se à pesquisa bibliográfica, ao questionário e à análise documental, utilizando a perspectiva crítico-diáletica da educação com aproximação de uma vista para a totalidade que se almeja alcançar (Cury;1987). Por diferentes perspectivas de análises as categorias analíticas do estudo nos apontam que a condição da contratação temporária interfere na constituição do trabalho e na construção do ser social professor indicando elementos de desenvolvimento da profissionalidade sob marcas de dissociação das dimensões políticas, pedagógicas e técnica deste trabalho.
Jogo de tabuleiro proporcionando enriquecimento curricular para estudantes com altas habilidades/ superdotação
Authors: Ataíde Michelle , Capellini Vera , Zanata Eliana
Published: August 2022

Os aportes teóricos desta pesquisa fundamentaram-se nos estudos de Joseph Renzulli e nos fundamentos das políticas públicas e na legislação que envolve estudantes com Altas Habilidades/Superdotação (AH/SD Público-Alvo da Educação Especial (PAEE). O objetivo geral foi desenvolver e avaliar a efetividade de ações de enriquecimento curricular disponíveis para a organização do atendimento educacional especializado em Sala de Recurso Multifuncional (SRM) que atenda estudantes com AH/SD. Os objetivos específicos foram: elaborar, aplicar e avaliar um jogo de tabuleiro como recurso didático para utilização nos espaços e ambientes que desejam desenvolver as competências desse público. O produto educacional, denominado “Talentos em Ação” propõe o desenvolvimento de três tipos de atividades de enriquecimento curricular (tipo I, II e III) e pode contribuir para a identificação dos indicadores de AH/SD de estudantes que frequentam o Ensino Fundamental I (anos iniciais). Aplicado no contexto da pandemia de COVID-19, almeja proporcionar ao meio acadêmico avanços na área acerca das AH/SD e impactar nas intervenções e desenvolvimento desses educandos. Caracterizam-se participantes da pesquisa: a professora pesquisadora na qualidade de regente da sala de Atendimento Educacional Especializado (AEE), o estudante com AH/SD e a sua família. Como resultado é possível apontar que as SRM organizadas e com profissionais da educação especial com conhecimento de suas atribuições, conhecimento das estratégias e recursos para atender o PAEE, especificamente para as AH/SD pode assegurar o enriquecimento curricular. O produto educacional alcançou os objetivos propostos, e proporcionou contribuições singulares para o estudante e sua constituição no mundo.
The ministry of Moses Orimolade and the prophetic tradition of Israel: An ecclesio-historical study
Authors: Awojobi Peter Olanrewaju
Published: August 2022

The phenomenon of religious ecstasy has been the focus of scholarly investigations and debate for centuries. Israel was believed to have gotten her culture, values and religion from Yahweh through prophetic oracles. The Israelites were warned many time by Yahweh and the prophets to distant themselves from her neighbours and their gods. However, some scholars claimed that Israel borrowed ecstatic prophecy from her neighbours. The thrust of this paper is to investigate the origin, and the place of ecstatic prophecy in ancient Israel and its reflections in Moses Orimolade’s prophetic ministry in Nigeria. Historical method was used for the research. It uses historicity and ecclesiology as conceptual framework to contend that Israel’s prophetic tradition started before Israel settled in Canaan where she interacted with other nations. While it cannot be disputed that Israel must have been influenced by the culture of its neighbours, there were some elements in the religion that were peculiar to Israel. The study concludes that Israelite prophetic heritage cannot be compared with the divination in ancient Near East. There exist a parallel between ecstatic prophetic ministry in ancient Israel and Moses Orimolade prophetic ministry in Nigeria. The Cherubim & Seraphim (C&S) church established by Orimolade grew through the instrumentality of ecstatic prophecy. The paper recommends that contemporary Prophets in Nigeria and beyond must strive to fulfill divine mandate received by them at all cost..
Effects of Exchange Rate Volatility On Non-Traditional Exports In Ghana
Authors: Obeng Camara Kwasi
Published: August 2022

The government of Ghana has implemented a number of policies to strengthen the production and export of non-traditional products as a way of diversifying exports in Ghana with very little success. Foremost among these policies is the liberalisation of exchange rate. Meanwhile, the exchange rate has been very volatile. The study, therefore, examines the effects of exchange rate volatility on non-traditional exports in Ghana.This study employed Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) cointegration estimation technique for the investigation. The results indicate that exchange rate volatility negatively impacts Ghana’s non-traditional exports. Also, the effect is greater in the long- run than it is in the short-run. Other results also show that world income, growth rate of the economy and Treasury bill rate promote non-traditional exports, but real effective exchange rate does not. rThe value of the paper lies in the discussion of the short-run and long-run effects of exchange rate volatility on non-traditional exports in the Ghanaian context.
Understanding the Forms and Trends of Capital Mobility from China into Ghana’s Agricultural Sector
Authors: Ansah John Windie , Afful Benedict Jnr.
Published: August 2022

Given the fact that China has become the top investor in Ghana’s economy, this paper sought to interrogate the forms and trends of Chinese capital mobility into Ghana’s agricultural sector and explain their attractiveness within neo-liberal and social innovation contexts. Primary and secondary data were drawn from purposively selected state institutions and other actors in the agricultural sector. Using descriptive and constant comparative analytic strategies, we found out that the capital mobility from China into Ghana’s agricultural sector has been very visible and more attractive in trade but not in landed investment. It was further discovered that the forms and trends of the Chinese capital mobility would not have to be understood within neo-liberal persuasions such as trade liberalization and privatization alone but it would also have to be understood within the social innovative contexts of technological advancement and the organizational novelties upon which it is promoted and spread. We argue that the increasing rate of importation of agricultural inputs from China is an opportunity for knowledge transfer and technological adoption to aid the development of appropriate technology, but its sustenance would require the application of social innovative practices.
Effect of Strategic Orientation on Performance of Star-Rated Hotels in Ghana
Authors: Owusu Dominic , Mensah Ishmael K. , Amenumey Edem K. , Mensah Rebecca Dei
Published: August 2022

The study used the resource dependency theory to determine the strategic orientation that star-rated hotels in Ghana should adopt to realize both financial and non- financial performance. Out of a population of 680 star-rated hotel managers, a sample of 248 were chosen, using the stratified random sampling technique. Self- administered questionnaires were used to solicit the views of managers of the selected star-rated hotels. In all, a total of 178 responses were retrieved and analysed, using descriptive and partial least squares in structural equation modeling. Findings of the study indicate that none of the strategic orientation types influenced financial performance. However, aggressiveness, analytic, defensiveness, futuristic and riskiness were found to rather influence non-financial performance of star-rated hotels. The study, therefore, confirms the resource dependency theory and concludes that when star-rated hotels tend to be aggressive, analytic, futuristic and risky, it influences non-financial performance. The study, therefore, recommends that managers of star-rated hotels use analytic, defensiveness, futuristic and riskiness strategic orientation to enhance non-financial performance.
The legal status of children born out of wedlock in Nigeria: is the concept of illegitimacy in decline?
Authors: Achi Daniel Terhemba , Akaaunde Japheth Ordue
Published: August 2022

The legal status of children born out of wedlock has been a core issue in Nigeria. This is due to the conflict of law issues that have arisen with the enactment of section 42(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as altered). The section seeks to protect affected children from disability or deprivation by reason of the circumstances of their birth. Nigeria’s legal system rotates on the tripod of common law, statutes and customary law. Ensuring a healthy mix from this legal pluralism especially with respect to legitimacy and legitimation of children born out of wedlock has been despairing. This paper seeks to examine the legal status and rights of children born out of wedlock especially in succession matters and the extent to which section 42(2) of the Constitution has enhanced their legal status. It also examines challenges presented and ponders whether the common law principle of legitimacy is not in decline. It concludes by advocating the customary law position of legitimation as section 42(2) of the Constitution did not after all, abolish the common law principle of legitimacy but merely seeks to protect affected children against any form of disability or deprivation.
religious market in Ghana today: Is there legal basis to tax the church?
Authors: Anderson George , Hackman-Aidoo Alexander , Kudzedzi Constantine K.M.
Published: August 2022

This paper is a rehash of the existing debate on whether or not the church should be subject to tax. Unlike many others, the paper approaches the issue from a legal perspective and explores the relevant principles of taxation as established by statutes and case law in Ghana. In the main, this paper argues that given that majority of the churches in Ghana engage in transactions which may be properly classified as business, the Commissioner of Income Tax is empowered by law to demand tax from the church in respect of the income accruing therefrom. Thus, using the interpretive paradigm mainly through interviews, observation as well as reliance on statutes and case law, the paper concludes that transactions such as the taking of service fees, sale of anointing oil and other religious products constitute trade and the income arising thereto must be subject to tax.
Mediation as an option under alternative dispute resolution: The case of Ghana
Authors: Apuko-Awuni Peter
Published: August 2022

The paper carries out a detailed discussion on mediation as one of the options under the Alternative Dispute Resolution mechanism in Ghana. It looks at the historical basis and its connection with the culture and tradition of the people as well as the legal framework for the practice of Mediation. It also looks at issues of jurisdiction, capacity, and role of the court system. On the whole, the paper indicates that mediation in Ghana is regulated by law, founded on the basis of consensus by parties; agreements or awards out of mediations are binding, final, and enforceable. The paper indicates that mediation is deeply rooted in the customary laws and usages of the people as their foremost mode of conflict resolution mechanism before the introduction of the formal court system and litigation. Notwithstanding, mediation is ever-present as a tool for conflict resolution in every Ghanaian home and community of people.
Growth Regulators
Authors: Alvarez Richard
Published: August 2022

A review of tree control using growth regulators: maleic hydrazide, Maintain CF 125 and Maintain A. The material will cover methods, rates, and equipment used in our spraying program.
Reestruturação Da Distribuição Populacional E Econômica Do Oeste Do Paraná, Rebatimentos Empregatícios E Migratórios
Authors: Colla Crislaine , Rippel Ricardo , Ferrera de Lima Jandir , Alves Lucir Reinaldo
Published: August 2022

O objetivo deste texto é analisar a dinâmica populacional em relação à evolução da estrutura produtiva e das mudanças nos aspectos econômicos da Mesorregião Oeste Paranaense no período de 1970 a 2009. Para atender ao objetivo proposto utilizou-se dados de população oriundos do Censo Demográfico e a análise do perfil de localização tanto da população quanto dos postos de trabalho na Região. Na década de 1970, a base produtiva do oeste era fundamentada no setor primário e evidencia-se uma inversão na composição da população, ou seja, uma redução significativa da população rural. Neste período também verifica-se uma emigração interestadual expressiva, especialmente em busca das novas fronteiras agrícolas. Na década de 1980 e 1990 acentuam-se as migrações inter-estaduais e intra-regionais. Há uma redução tanto da emigração quanto da imigração e isso pode ser explicado pelo processo de modernização da produção rural, pela urbanização e o fortalecimento dos setores secundário e terciário, como pode ser verificado nas análises do perfil do Quociente locacional. O período de 2000 a 2009 confirma as tendências anteriores da intensificação da industrialização e o fortalecimento do setor terciário, principalmente nas cidades pólo de Cascavel, Foz do Iguaçu e Toledo.
An Evaluation of Cost Optimization Strategies for BRT Projects in Pakistan
Authors: Khan F. , Ahmed A. , Ahmed M. , Baig M. A. U.
Published: August 2022

In developing countries like Pakistan, economic instability, improper planning, non-optimal design, delays in construction, and unsustainability during the operations of transportation megaprojects cause an unnecessary burden on the national exchequer. Recently, several Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects have been initiated in Pakistan. The detailed evaluation of the cost and capacity of BRT projects in Pakistan revealed that their cost could have been optimized. This research evaluated the first BRT project in Karachi for potential cost optimization through proper alignment of the BRT. One of the major segments of the Green-Line BRT from Surjani to Nagan was evaluated, which is presently designed as an elevated section. Other possible options such as curb-side, two-way side, and median alignments were explored in detail. The study showed that the cost of this section could have been reduced from the existing USD 75 million to USD 61 million by providing a two-way side aligned or curb-side aligned BRT infrastructure without affecting existing capacity. This case study shows that it is necessary to critically evaluate all the possible options while planning and designing transportation megaprojects.
Using Support Vector Machine for Classification and Feature Extraction of Spam in Email
Authors: Anuradha Reddy  , Dr M Umamaheswari  , Dr A Viswanathan  , G Vikram  , Mamatha K
Published: August 2022

We provide an overview of recent and successful content-based e-mail spam filtering algorithms in this article. Our main focus is on spam filters based on machine learning and variants influenced by them. We report on significant ideas, methodologies, key endeavors, and the field's current state-of-the-art. The initial interpretation of previous work demonstrates the fundamentals of spam filtering and feature engineering in e-mail. We finish by looking at approaches, procedures, and evaluation standards, as well as exploring intriguing offshoots of recent breakthroughs and proposing directions of future research.
Decisiones institucionales estratégicas para la gestión de la educación a distancia en universidades públicas argentinas
Authors: Rivero Maria Andrea , Behr Ariel , Pesce Gabriela , Momo Fernanda da Silva , Schiavi Giovana Sordi
Published: August 2022

La educación a distancia (EaD) ha evidenciado un crecimiento exponencial en las últimas décadas, sostenido por la revolución tecnológica. Sin embargo, en el ámbito de estudio vinculado a la gestión universitaria no existen guías de buenas prácticas o desarrollos académicos consolidados, desde la perspectiva de la administración. Para abordar esta problemática, el artículo plantea como objetivo analizar decisiones estratégicas de la gestión de la EaD en universidades públicas nacionales argentinas. Se desarrolla una investigación con abordaje cualitativo de alcance descriptivo, a partir de un estudio de caso incorporado. Se recolectan datos primarios mediante entrevistas semiestructuradas a 41 gestores universitarios que se triangulan con la recolección de documentos institucionales y externos, examinados mediante la técnica de análisis de contenido. Se identifican dos tipos de decisiones estratégicas para gestionar la EaD vinculadas a: (i) los procesos para su implementación y sostén y (ii) los procesos derivados de la decisión de implementarla. Para cada tipo de decisión estratégica se mapean factores reconocidos como críticos, que contribuyen a generar un cuerpo teórico sobre las decisiones estratégicas para la gestión de EaD, de suma utilidad en este contexto pandémico, ante la necesidad de repensar y adaptar los modelos de educación y gestión a la virtualidad.
Desenvolvimento do ensino remoto emergencial em uma instituição pública do ensino superior
Authors: Rodrigues Maria Denise Nunes , Diniz Iasmin Ribeiro , Cappelle Mônica Carvalho Alves
Published: August 2022

O ano 2020 teve uma realidade imposta e fora do controle da humanidade, tivemos que rever determinados comportamentos, bem como readequar a novos procedimentos, dentre estes, restrições quanto aos contatos sociais, de se manter em distanciamento social, tudo isso por conta de uma pandemia gerada pelo vírus COVID-19. Frente a essa realidade, as instituições de ensino sofreram com a suspensão das aulas e repensarem em uma nova forma de oferecer o ensino, surgindo, por autoridades da educação, o ensino remoto emergencial (ERE). Diante desse contexto, realizamos uma pesquisa na qual buscou entender como os docentes de uma instituição pública do ensino superior, adequaram suas atividades de ensino com a implantação do ERE. Para o desenvolvimento deste artigo trabalhamos uma abordagem majoritariamente qualitativa, utilizando da técnica de análise de conteúdo para apreciação dos dados coletados por meio de entrevistas com docentes da instituição, selecionados por meio da técnica bola de neve. Desse modo, evidenciamos que os docentes julgaram o ERE como necessário, afim de manter as atividades educacionais, não gerando maior prejuízo aos alunos. Porém, abordaram que é um ensino precarizado quando comparado a modalidade de ensino à distância, que em alguns momentos a instituição não trouxe uma discussão plena com a comunidade acadêmica sobre sua implantação, além de sentirem uma maior carga horária de trabalho do que no ensino presencial, por tentarem atender as demandas dos alunos bem como, estudar estratégias que auxiliem a maior interação dos alunos nas aulas virtuais.
„Baumärkte erwägen zu schließen“
Authors: Hofmann Janine
Published: August 2022

Die steigenden Energiekosten setzen Baumärkte und Gartencenter neben den ohnehin bestehenden Engpässen in der Logistik massiv unter Druck.
Team Beverage pocht auf bessere Konditionen
Authors: Holst Jens
Published: August 2022

Die Verbundgruppe Team Beverage will Getränkeabholmärkte im harten Wettbewerb stärken. Bei der Expansion im Fachgroßhandel blicken die Bremer gen Süden.
Berentzen kündigt Preiserhöhung an
Authors: Holst Jens
Published: August 2022

Der Spirituosen- und Getränkehersteller Berentzen kommt nicht umhin, die Preise anzuheben. Trotz getrübter Konsumstimmung hofft das Unternehmen auf ein gutes Weihnachtsgeschäft.
Zurück zur Nähe
Authors: Will Birgit
Published: August 2022

Globale Lieferketten funktionieren nicht mehr wie gewohnt. Damit rücken heimische Kreisläufe wieder in den Fokus. Doch das regionale Lebensmittelhandwerk ist auf dem Rückzug. Ein politischer Kurswechsel soll es retten. Birgit Will
Decarbonizing the EU’s road and construction sectors through green public procurement: the case of Estonia and Poland
Authors: Kaaret Kaidi , Piirsalu Evelin , Machlowska Magdalena
Published: August 2022

Government spending on public works, goods and services in the European Union (EU) accounts for about 14% of the EU’s GDP. Consequently, the EU and its Member States (MS) can make a great impact in accelerating the development and uptake of low-carbon technologies through green public procurement (GPP). This brief is part of a wider project financed by Breakthrough Energy, aiming to understand the divergences in GPP uptake in different EU MS and to identify key barriers to greater adoption and opportunities ahead. Ultimately, the project aims to contribute to greater policy coherence among member states to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, as well as to increase policy support for the design of GPP implementation frameworks and for harmonized GPP target-setting. In 2020, the road transport sector accounted for 23% and 20% of total Estonian and Polish GHG emissions, respectively, while the construction sector represented about 5% and 9% of Estonian and Polish total GHG emissions, respectively. These numbers point to the large mitigation potential that procuring authorities can support by including environmental criteria in procurements. In this brief, we share the results from our desktop research and stakeholder interviews for Estonia and Poland. Results from all cases and additional research will be published in a report later in 2022.
Kinematics of surface currents at the northern margin of the Gulf of Cádiz
Authors: de Oliveira Júnior Luciano , Relvas Paulo , Garel Erwan
Published: August 2022

Abstract. The subtidal surface water circulation at the northern
margin of the Gulf of Cádiz, at the southern extremity of the Iberian
upwelling system, is described based on validated hourly high-frequency
radar measurements from 2016 to 2020. Statistical analyses (mean, standard
deviation, eccentricity and empirical orthogonal functions) are applied to
the dataset, which is completed with ADCP time series from multiple moorings
at five inner-shelf stations and ERA5 wind. Off the shelf, the main circulation
pattern consists of a slope current, best developed in summer when
north-westerlies dominate, in particular at the most exposed western region.
Mechanisms other than upwelling must contribute to this flow in order to
explain its seasonal persistence. The slope circulation reverses for
regional wind events with an east component > 10 m s−1,
approximately. On the shelf, currents are mainly alongshore and balanced.
The circulation is generally continuous along the coast, except for weak
(< 0.1 m s−1, broadly) poleward flows. In the latter case, the
flow tends to remain equatorward near Cape Santa Maria. In winter, coastal
poleward flows often extend over the entire margin and are mainly
wind-driven. In summer, these flows generally consist of coastal counter
currents (CCCs) with the poleward direction opposed to that of the slope
current. The CCCs are associated with significant cyclonic recirculation,
strongest to the west, where a transient eddy is shortly observed for weak wind
stress. This circulation develops after periods of strong north-westerlies,
supporting that CCCs result from the imbalance of a regional alongshore
pressure gradient.
New Technologies and Law Firms—An Uneasy Relationship: A European Perspective
Authors: Caserta Salvatore
Published: August 2022

The digitalization of law has become a mantra. Law firms across the globe have begun to invest in legal-tech solutions to maintain a competitive edge in an increasingly changing market of legal services providers. While for many this foresees a disruption in the dynamics of the legal field, law firms have proved relatively resilient to radical change. With few exceptions, law firms continue to practice law as usual, while adding a few innovative tools to their old work dynamics to increase efficiency and revenue. This paper takes stock of the state of the art of the digitalization of law firms in Denmark and Italy, two Continental European countries often understudied in terms of the sociology of the legal profession. After presenting the scholarship on new technologies and law firms, as well as the specificities of the Danish and Italian legal fields, by relying on qualitative interviews with key players of the legal-tech and law firm environment in both countries, the paper shows that both Danish and Italian law firms are reluctant to embrace technological change. The paper also identifies two factors that contribute to explain such reluctance on the part of law firms to fully digitalize their practices: 1) partnerships as the main organizational form of law firms, and 2) the inherent tension between the market-oriented, capitalistic nature of digital technologies and the professional nature of legal practice. The paper concludes by exploring the few Danish and Italian actors that are taking digital developments more seriously, showing that these are chiefly recently established legal-tech start-ups and medium-sized boutique law firms.