bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Modular System Recirculating Aquarium Management for Sustainable Ornamental Coral Production
Authors: Paharuddin Paharuddin , Alham Irawan , Sulkifli Sulkifli , Ardiansyah Ardiansyah , Jaya Andi Asdar
Published: August 2024

Indonesian waters have potential ornamental coral resources in South Sulawesi waters, especially in Karanrang Island, which still need to be optimally utilized by the fishing community. The main objective of this community service is to increase the understanding and skills of the community in managing coral transplantation in situ and caring for them in an environmentally friendly modular system aquarium based on re-circulation. Adopting the ABCD (Asset-Based Community Development) method, this approach begins with the identification of local assets, including the expertise and skills of the karanrang island community. Subsequently, capacity building is carried out by utilizing these assets, and the community is actively involved in the planning and implementation process. Results included increased community knowledge on technological innovations of modular circulation systems holding aquarium design at the household scale and post-harvesting of coral transplant farming products for holding in aquariums. This process contributed to the development of the local ornamental coral sector, empowered the community, and opened up product marketing opportunities at both local and international levels.
Youth Economic Empowerment Strategy Based on the Utilization of the YouTube Platform in YouTuber Tapen Bondowoso Village
Authors: Fawaid Yazidul , Ulfah Mariyah , Masruroh Nikmatul
Published: August 2024

Tapen Bondowoso village in Bondowoso Regency has undergone digital transformation, evolving into a YouTuber Village driven by the creative endeavors of its youth. This qualitative phenomenological research investigates the use of the YouTube platform in the village, outlines the youth economic empowerment strategy through content creation, and assesses the economic status of youth pre, and post-empowerment. Utilizing snowball techniques, the researchers identified young YouTubers as informants and employed interviews, observations, and documentation. Findings reveal active community participation in YouTube content creation, motivated by economic and environmental factors. The empowerment strategy encompasses enablement, strengthening, protection, support, and maintenance. Post-empowerment, there is a significant positive impact on the economic conditions of youth, evident in improved income and heightened fulfillment of needs. This research highlights the transformative role of YouTube-based empowerment for both individual youths and the broader Tapen village community.
Empowerment and Assistance for Mosque Management to Create a Regional Technical Implementation Unit (UPTD) for the Ruhama Takengon Grand Mosque
Authors: Suwarno Suwarno , Nur Ismet , Ali Ramsah , Sufrizal Sufrizal
Published: August 2024

Mosques are places where Muslims gather. Since the time of Rasulullah saw., mosques have been the basis for the development of Islam. However, currently, most mosques only function as places of worship, because mosque management is less than optimal and lacks innovation. Therefore, as academics with an Islamic education background, we strive to empower and assist mosque management. The location of the dedication is the Great Ruhama Takengon mosque. This service aims to empower and assist mosque management to realize the Great Ruhama Takengon Mosque as a UPTD Mosque. The service method is carried out using Participation Action Research (PAR) and participant observation in the sense that the service member is directly involved in the activity and becomes a resource person in the group discussion forum (FGD), as well as the service member being the perpetrator of the activity. The results of the service show that the mentoring program is very beneficial for the formation of the UPTD of the Ruhama Takengon Grand Mosque and needs to continue and even be improved until the issuance of the UPTD Decree from the Regent of Central Aceh
Community Strategy in Economic Improvement Based on the Utilization of Perlis Marine Natural Resources
Authors: Rahmadani Kartini , Putra Ilham Mirzaya
Published: August 2024

The Perlis village is an oceanside community with abundant marine natural resources. However, the local economy needs to be better structured, contributing to the village's reputation as impoverished and undeveloped. As a result, the village's fishermen earn very little money, which is a shame because the village should be considered prosperous, particularly in the fishing industry. The researchers in this study set out to answer two questions: how can the people of Perlis Village enhance their economy? And second, what steps can they take to protect the sea and its marine biota so that they can use it to their advantage? They used a descriptive qualitative research approach to answer these questions and scoured academic journals, books, statistics, and BPS Langkat Regency for information. They then conducted in-depth interviews and observations with five fishermen and three UMKM seafood representatives. Data analysis by description to understand the field's, market's, and village's status; data validity through source triangulation through comparison with other sources. Based on the findings, the people of Perlis Village have improved their economic situation by implementing strategies that use marine products. These include increasing their fish catches, turning seawater into salt, creating shrimp paste artisans, making salted fish from unsold fish, and managing mangrove tourism. The plan implemented by the residents of Perlis Village has the potential to enhance the economic situation in Perlis Village.
Konsep Waktu Menurut Yusuf Qardhawi; Perspektif Semantik Leksikal
Authors: Mitrajati Kenyo , Musthofa Tulus , Nasiruddin Nasiruddin
Published: August 2024

This research discusses the importance of time written in the Al-Qur'an and Hadith as well as the views of ulama. This research is descriptive qualitative research that explores literature sources that are related to the research problem. This research uses a lexical semantic perspective. The research data is in the form of the term "time" with sources from the Al-Qur'an, Hadith, the book Al-Ḥayyāh fī al-Muslīm by Yusuf Qardhawi, and several literature. Data collection techniques are carried out using documentation. Meanwhile, data analysis uses content analysis. The results of the research show that there are four concepts related to the importance of time, namely: time terminology in the Al-Qur'an, characteristics of time, highlighting the importance of time in the Al-Qur'an, the Hadith of the Prophet, and among ulama, as well as explaining the obligations of Muslims towards time.
Perbedaan Frasa dalam Bahasa Al-Qur'an dan Bahasa Arab
Authors: Ilham Muhammad Arifin , Maulani Hikmah
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze the differences in phrases between the Koran and Arabic in linguistic and literary contexts. The method used is a comparative analysis of phrase structures in the two languages, by reviewing aspects of syntax, semantics and pragmatics. The research results show that although the Koranic language has the same roots as Arabic, its use has its own characteristics that reflect the beauty and excellence of the Koranic literature. There are 17 differences found between these two languages including the use of words, sentence patterns and language conventions that are unique to the language of the Koran. It is hoped that this research will provide a deeper understanding of the language of the Koran as well as contribute to the study of Arabic linguistics and literature in general.
Khuṭwah fī Taisir Dalālah al-I’rab ligairi al-Nāṭiqīn bi al-’Arabiyyah
Authors: Rasheed Ebaa Younis
Published: August 2024

No other nation has been subjected to the same type of attack and harsh criticism as it has been subjected to Arabic. Many campaigns have been launched against it, some of which were unjust, based on no basis, and offering nothing but insult. Others included suggestions that were closer to demolition than to construction, while others included suggestions that were closer to demolition than construction. There are calls that did not aim at deficiency or destruction, but rather included partial suggestions that were not organized in the entire way and did not aim to draw an alternative to it, so they did not rise to the level of comprehensive scientific attempts. Many of our distinguished teachers - may God have mercy on them - have written in the field of facilitating grammar, and the most beautiful person who spoke and wrote about it is Dr. Ahmed Abdel Sattar Al-Jawari in his book (Towards Facilitation) when he presented and classified the problem, saying: ((Arabic grammar remains difficult for its people, not easy, bumpy, and not paved). It deviates to what is intended, it is not devoid of complexity and is not free from deviation, and this method is still the subject of complaint from teachers and learners alike. They begin it and hardly reach a goal or reach an end from it, and they delve into an abundant future that has no beginning or end. They know its extent but do not realize its end. The more they expand into it, the more its scope expands before them, and its paths become more complex, so the means distract them from the goal). So we tried to present a simple and accessible idea, which was the result of years of repeating the same experiment. Then I took various questionnaires from the students (in that this work raised their level of application in how to know the locations of words and then parse them), so it demonstrated the acceptance of this idea - which is our current research - and carried it with significance. Seriously, until it became a step in the scale of controlling the rule of parsing by controlling the movement it is an education for non-Arabic speakers.
Aliran Romantisisme: Historisitas, Karakteristik, dan Pengaruhnya terhadap Sastra Arab
Authors: Nisa' Ida Chairun , Fathurrahman M. Syauqi
Published: August 2024

This study explains the beginning of the emergence of romanticism in the Arab world, details its characteristics, and describes some of the influences of romanticism on Arabic literature. This type of research is descriptive qualitative using a library research approach. The data in this research is in the form of historical discourse, its characteristics, and its influence on Arabic literature. Data sources were taken from several books and e-journals. Data collection techniques are carried out using documentation. Data analysis was carried out in 4 stages: data reduction, data presentation, validation and confirmation of conclusions.  This research shows that romanticism emerged in the Arab world around the 20th century, brought by Khalil Mutran. This school opposes classicism, which limits the space for expression in poetry. The prominent characteristics of this school are At-Tabi’iyyah, Al-’āṭifah, Al-Khayāl, creative and free. Among the influences of romanticism is the rise of several romanticist literary movements that essentially reinforce the presence of romanticism. In addition, there was a renewal of magazines and newspapers.
Tanfīż Manhaj al-Ta’allum al-Mustaqil fī Ta’lim al-Lugah al-‘Arabiyyah Liṭullab al-Madrasah al-Ṡānawiyyah
Authors: Nurwidiya Salysa , Harisca Rodhi , Khoirurrijal Khoirurrijal
Published: August 2024

This qualitative study explores the implementation of an independent learning curriculum for teaching Arabic to eighth-grade students at Muhammadiyah Ahmed Dahlan Metro Middle School in the academic year 2023/2024 AD. The study includes all eighth-grade students as the population, with a purposive sample for detailed analysis. Data from interviews, observations, and document analysis ensure a comprehensive understanding. Data collection methods include structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis. Thematic analysis is used to identify key themes and patterns related to curriculum implementation. Findings indicate a five-stage independent curriculum implementation process: diagnostic assessment, planning, learning, assessment, and reflection/evaluation. Challenges include teacher difficulties in selecting teaching methods, lack of a grading system, student motivation issues, and resistance to changing assessment methods. Strategies to enhance the curriculum include school policy adjustments, teacher training, infrastructure improvements, and ongoing monitoring of teaching activities.
Daur al-Biah al-Lugawiyyah fī Tarqiyah al-Kafāah al-Żātiyyah li al-Kalām ladai Ṭalabah al-Madrasah al-Ṡānawiyyah
Authors: Miftahudin Miftahudin , Harisca Rodhi , Khoirurrijal Khoirurrijal
Published: August 2024

This research The purpose of this research. First, the state of the linguistic environment in increasing speaking self-efficacy among MTs Mambaul Ulum Metro students is to be determined. Second, to find out the application of speaking efficacy training to MTs Mambaul Ulum Metro students. Third, to reveal self-efficacy in speaking to MTs Mambaul Ulum Metro students. This research methodology is a descriptive qualitative study that describes and finds appropriate and precise facts. Moreover, how to collect data using interviews, observation, and written document methods. This study examines the language environment's role in enhancing students' subjective speaking skills at MTs Manbaul Ulum Metro. By employing qualitative research methods, including observations and interviews, the study explores how various aspects of the language environment contribute to students' perceptions of their speaking abilities. The findings reveal that a supportive language environment, characterized by frequent practice opportunities, positive reinforcement, and exposure to diverse linguistic inputs, significantly boosts students' confidence and proficiency in speaking. The study underscores the importance of creating a conducive language learning environment to facilitate effective language acquisition. The language environment system at MT Mambaul Ulum Metro School is very important to increase student's confidence in speaking Arabic through active interaction and correct use of grammar. Social support, a supportive learning environment, the use of technology, and effective learning strategies play a role in building students' self-confidence. Consistent speaking practice and real-world activities such as a language classroom environment. These factors help students develop courage, perseverance, and the ability to face the challenges of learning Arabic.
Balāgah al-Jasad al-Furjūwī baina al-Ta’bīr al-Ĥarakī wa al-Kalimah al-Manṭūqah Masraḥiyyah “Kharīf” Numūżajā
Authors: El Haouari Yassine
Published: August 2024

This research aims to analyze body rhetoric between motor expressions and spoken words in the play "Kharif" as a model for the work of director Asmaa Houri. This qualitative research has a case study type of research on literary appreciation in drama performances in Morocco. The research data is in body rhetoric played by several drama actors. Data collection techniques use in-depth observation and documentation. The data analysis uses data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The research results show that the body is important in constructing a drama performance. Rather, the motor elements contribute to the production of a diverse group of connotations. Several topics that shape the picture of contemporary drama in Maraco include women's movements and the duality of body and soul, men's and the duality of presence and absence, body language related to eye movements, and silence and the body in choreography.
Al-Arḋ fī Al-Qur’ān al-Karīm; Taḥlīl Dalālī li al-Mafhūm
Authors: Rasheed Ebaa Younis , Ahmed Jotyar Idris
Published: August 2024

This research aims to investigate the word "earth" in the Holy Qur'an and found that it came in (461) places; despite its frequent occurrence in the Holy Qur'an, the points of analysis of this study were limited، and the cause is not absent from the distinguished minds. Most of the verses in which the concept of "earth" was mentioned indicated divine power and cosmic beauty. For the above reason، the research was chosen to analyze (48) locations only with the pronouns that the concept of land carries when the Qur'an continues to present the story of the concept through the verses of the Holy Qur'an and the concept has been treated within the theory of semantic analysis. This research is qualitative and uses a type of literature study. The research data is based on the concept of "earth" and is sourced from the Qur'an. The data collection technique is carried out by documentation. Meanwhile, the data analysis is descriptive-interpretive. Among the findings of the research by adding the term "ahl" to the concept it was found that the people despite their ethnic and relative differences but when they are linked to the concept they are considered one people as they are for one ruler the Almighty said: Pharaoh exalted himself in the land and made its people parties [Al-Qasas: 4] And by adding the term "khazāin" to the concept of a special positive connotation that would not have been available without the presence of the concept the Qur'anic structure did not show the state treasures for example or the treasures of Egypt as it came in the story of Joseph - peace be upon him - he said"Let me be in charge of the land's treasures  I am the All-Knowing Guardian" (Yusuf: 55).
P. P. Blonsky’s pedagogical ideals (on the 140th anniversary of his birth)
Authors: Щетинина Н.П.
Published: August 2024

Изучение творческого наследия выдающегося новатора, теоретика и практика психологии и педагогики 1920–1930-х годов Павла Петровича Блонского является очень актуальным. В статье с помощью теоретических методов критического анализа работ П. П. Блонского раскрыт новаторский опыт его педагогического наследия по разработке основ трудовой школы, выделены его ценностные аспекты, значимые для трудового воспитания и профессионального самоопределения в условиях современного школьного образования. Доказано, что П. П. Блонский отстаивал идеи гуманистической педагогики и развивал новое направление в педагогике — педологию, которая включала знания различных наук о детях, необходимые для практического воплощения идеи трудовой и политехнической школы как средства всестороннего развития личности, рассматривая в качестве необходимого условия развития их творческой индивидуальности включение учащихся в различные виды творческой деятельности. Критическое осмысление авторами педагогических идеалов П. П. Блонского, позволяющее говорить об их значении и для современной теории и практики образования, свидетельствует о теоретической значимости проведенного исследования, а попытка дать авторскую оценку его педагогических взглядов с позиции достижений и противоречий, ошибок — его научной новизне. Результаты исследования могут быть использованы научными работниками, преподавателями, студентами при изучении истории педагогики и образования, педагогики.

The study of the creative heritage of the outstanding innovator, theorist and practitioner in psychology and pedagogy of the 1920–1930s, Pavel Petrovich Blonsky, is highly relevant. Using theoretical methods of critical analysis of the works of P. P. Blonsky, the article reveals the innovative experience of his pedagogical heritage in developing the foundations of a labor school, highlighting its value aspects that are significant for labor education and professional self-determination in the conditions of modern school education. It has been proven that P. P. Blonsky defended the ideas of humanistic pedagogy and developed a new direction in pedagogy – pedology, which included knowledge of various sciences about children, necessary for practical implementation of the idea of the labor / polytechnic school as a means of comprehensive development of individuals, considering it as a necessary condition for development of their creative individuality and involvement of students in various types of creative activities. The authors’ critical review of the pedagogical ideals of P. P. Blonsky allows us to talk about their significance for modern theory and practice of education, testifies to the theoretical significance of the research, and the attempt to give a new assessment of his pedagogical views from the position of his achievements, contradictions, and mistakes indicates its scientific novelty. The results of the study can be used by researchers, teachers, and students when studying the history of pedagogy and education.
UPAYA GURU PPKN DALAM MEMBANGUN KARAKTER JUJUR PADA SISWA SMP NEGERI 2 CILILIN
Authors: Permadi Pongki , Pandikar Ernandia , Suryani Dini
Published: August 2024

Salah satu karakter bangsa yang perlu dikembangkan di dalam dunia pendidikan adalah kejujuran.Jujur merupakan salah satu nilai karakter terhadap diri sendiri yang harus dikembangkan. Sikapjujur saat ini merupakan sikap yang jarang ditemukan di Indonesia. Hakikatnya pendidikan adalahproses pembentukan dan pembangunan manusia seutuhnya, dengan adanya pendidikan diharapkandapat melahirkan siswa yang bukan hanya memiliki ilmu pengetahuan tetapi juga memiliki karakteratau kepribadian yang baik. Tujuan Penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan 1). Upaya Guru PPKn dalamMembangun Karakter Jujur Pada Siswa SMP Negeri 2 Cililin; 2). Hambatan apa yang dihadapiguru PPKn dalam membangun karakter jujur pada siswa SMP Negeri 2 Cililin; 3). Solusi yangdilakukan guru PPKn untuk menghadapi hambatan dalam membangun karakter jujur pada siswaSMP Negeri 2 Cililin. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif. Instrumen penelitianini adalah menggunakan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil Penelitian menunjukkanbahwa upaya guru yang telah guru PPKn lakukan dalam membangun karakter jujur pada siswaSMP Negeri 2 Cililin yaitu dengan tetap melakukan sosialisasi bahwa kejujuran merupakan identitasdan sikap yang menjunjung nilai keadilan baik bagi dirinya dan sesama. Sehingga guru PPKn dapatmembangun karakter jujur kepada siswa diperlukan peran guru sebagai model atau demonstrator untukmenunjukkan langsung kepada siswa bagaimana penerapan karakter jujur untuk kehidupan sehari-hari
PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER UNTUK MEMPERKUAT NILAINILAI KEARIFAN LOKAL SUNDA DI SMK PASUNDAN 1 CIMAHI
Authors: Tri Puspita Neneng , Poppy Belladonna Aprillio , Suci Lestari Indah
Published: August 2024

Pendidikan karakter berbasis kearifan lokal sunda di SMK Pasundan 1 Cimahi tergolong kategori yangtinggi yang menonjol pada nyunda, nyantri, nyakola, dan nyantika. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah 1)Mendeskripsikan persepsi warga sekolah terhadap pendidikan karakter melalui nilai-nilai kearifanlokal sunda; 2) Untuk mengetahui program pendukung pendidikan karakter berbasis nilai-nilai kearifanlokal sunda di SMK Pasundan 1 Cimahi; 3) Untuk mengetahui dampak pendidikan karakter berbasisnilai-nilai kearifan lokal sunda terhadap karakter siswa di SMK Pasundan 1 Cimahi. Penelitian inimenggunakan metode kualitatif. Instruman yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah observasi,wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa program pembelajaranpenanaman nilai-nilai kearifan lokal biasanya di sekolah SMK Pasundan 1 Cimahi menerapkan mulaiawal pembelajaran, terutama mulai dari MPLS itu sendiri pengenalan lingkungan sekolah dimanapada saat itu siswa baru di berikan pemaparan, penjelasan tentang kearifan lokal khususnya pertama,tentang kepasundanan. Yang kedua, tentang keagamaan karena prinsip budaya pasundan itunyunda, nyantri, nyakola dan nyantika. Cara mengajarkan atau nilai kesundaan yakni melalui materikepasundanan, nyantrinya pembiasaan dimulai solat berjamaah, awal pembelajaran sudah dimulai danpembacaan ayat-ayat al-qur’an, dan kemudian untuk hari jum’at ada solat duha bersama dan pengajian,sehingga nilai-nilai itu ditanam dan dibiasakan diimplementasikan dalam setiap hari pembelajaran.
Training Needs of Rural Women in Agriculture for Increased Crop Production in Ebonyi State
Authors: Aneke Kate , Akpe J.U.
Published: August 2024

The study focused on the Training needs of Rural Women in Agriculture for increased Crop Production in Ebonyi State. Two research questions and two null hypotheses guided the study. Survey research design was adopted. The population for the study was 240 which comprised 150 registered female farmers and 90 extension agents in the three Agricultural Zones in the State. There was no sampling due to the manageable size of the population. Structured questionnaire containing a total of 21 items was the instrument for data collection. The questionnaire was validated by three experts, two in Agricultural Education and one in Measurement and Evaluation all in Faculty of Education Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu. The reliability of the instrument was determined using Cronbach Alpha reliability coefficient method. A correlation of 0.76 was obtained. A total of 240 copies of the questionnaire were distributed by the researcher and three research assistants. All the 240 copies of the questionnaire distributed were properly filled and used for data analysis. Mean and standard deviation were used to analyze the data collected while t- test was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance at the appropriate degree of freedom. Findings among others was that women have difficulties in accessing farmland, improved seeds, chemicals for weed, pests and diseases control, Low level of basic education, lack of female extension agents to train them and it was recommended among others that land allocation should be reviewed to enable women have land for farming. They should be an organized training programme for women farmers by Ebonyi State Agricultural Development project.
Agricultural Information Utilization Pattern Among Rural Women Farmers: A Community Level Study in Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Authors: Egbe Benjamin O , Ogba Ernest I. , Okabe Oku Martha
Published: August 2024

This study was to investigate the pattern of agricultural information utilization among the rural women farmers in Effium community of Ebony State. Three research questions and null hypothesis were developed to guide the study. A structured questionnaire was also developed, validated and used for eliciting information from 540 rural women farmers. Data were analyzed with mean and standard deviation to answer the research questions; and analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to test the hypothesis at 0.05 level of significance. From the findings, rural women farmers are mostly within middle age for active use of agricultural information; but have small farm holdings, and depend to great extent on inter-personal communication for agricultural information. The findings also revealed that most of rural women farmers have low education. The respondents agreed that women farmers use information on fertilizer, herbicides, improved seeds, labour sources and market locations. But, women rarely use information on livestock management, record keeping, farm planning, sources of credit and farm mechanization. It was then-recommended that government should deploy extension agents into rural areas to educate farmers on the need and how to use new agricultural information technologies. Again farmers should be encouraged to form co-operative societies to enable them secure greater inputs to improve their income.
Aprendizaje Basado en Proyectos: Efectos en el Pensamiento Crítico y las Habilidades Colaborativas
Authors: Araujo Guerrero Isacc Israel , Paladinez Saca Dayse Susana , Reyes Narvaez Johny Wiston , Maza Robles Jenny Raquel , Ochoa Hermidas Gabriela Estefania , Naranjo Aguilar Melissa Alexandra
Published: August 2024

En este artículo se aborda cómo el aprendizaje basado en proyectos (ABP) influye en el desarrollo del pensamiento crítico y las habilidades colaborativas en el estudiantado. El problema investigado se centra en la necesidad de métodos educativos que fomenten estas competencias clave en el contexto contemporáneo. Los criterios de elegibilidad para los estudios revisados incluyen investigaciones empíricas que evalúan el impacto del ABP en pensamiento crítico y habilidades colaborativas, publicadas en los últimos diez años y que involucren a estudiantes de educación primaria, secundaria y superior. Los participantes en los estudios previos abarcan estudiantes de diversos niveles educativos, desde primaria hasta universidad, proporcionando una visión amplia sobre los efectos del ABP en diferentes etapas del desarrollo académico. Los principales resultados indican que el ABP mejora significativamente el pensamiento crítico y las habilidades colaborativas de los estudiantes, evidenciado por mayores puntuaciones en pruebas estandarizadas y autoevaluaciones. Las conclusiones destacan que el ABP es una estrategia efectiva para desarrollar competencias esenciales en los estudiantes, recomendando su implementación en currículos educativos. Las implicaciones teóricas recomiendan una redefinición de los enfoques pedagógicos tradicionales, mientras que las prácticas resaltan la necesidad de capacitación docente y recursos adecuados para facilitar el ABP. Este resumen permite a los lectores comprender rápidamente los efectos y la relevancia del ABP en la educación moderna.
First records of abnormal fishes in the Arctic and possible reasons of the anomalies
Authors: Orlov Alexei M. , Rabazanov Nukhkadi I.
Published: August 2024

External anomalies in fish are diverse and include abnormal development of external organs (eyes, jaws, fins, etc.), deformity and curvature of the trunk, discoloration of the skin, reversal of the sides (in flounders) and others that reduce the survival of individuals with such disorders. Although they are not uncommon in nature, reports of fish anomalies in Arctic seas are extremely rare. There have been no published records of anomalous Bering flounder Hippoglossoides robustus or polar cod Boreogadus saida. We document here for the first time on albinism, ambicoloration, reversal of the sides, or curved spine in individuals of Bering flounder, as well as a specimen of polar cod with a vertebral deformity captured in the western Chukchi Sea. Photographs of both normal and abnormal individuals are provided. We hypothesize that of all the possible causes of the anomalies we have found, the most likely is the recent dramatic warming in the Arctic.
Students' Self-Regulated Learning in Physics: Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA)
Authors: Lilia Ellany Mohtar  , Rozi Nur Erwani , Ayop Shahrul Kadri , Hidayati Hidayati
Published: August 2024

This study aims to develop and validate an instrument that measures students' self-regulated learning in Physics. The pilot study involved 400 randomly selected Form 4 students taking Physics. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) was conducted to assess the suitability of the measurement items and to identify the construct dimensions. Three main components were identified through the EFA procedure, namely self-motivation (DP), metacognitive planning (PM), and metacognitive monitoring (PK). The field study involved 435 Form 4 students taking Physics from daily secondary schools. The study population consisted of Form 4 students from daily secondary schools across Peninsular Malaysia. The sample was selected using stratified random sampling and simple random sampling from four states: Perak, Kedah, Negeri Sembilan, and Kelantan. Data from the field study were used to confirm the validity and reliability of the instrument through the Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) procedure. CFA results indicated that the developed instrument is valid and reliable for measuring students' self-regulated learning. Once the measurement model was confirmed through CFA, the researchers structured these constructs into a structural model and estimated the necessary parameters using the Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) procedure. This study makes a significant contribution by producing a valid and reliable instrument for measuring self-regulated learning among Form 4 Physics students. This instrument can be used in future research to enhance the understanding of factors influencing students' self-regulated learning in the context of Physics education.
Texto para Discussão 3035
Authors: Bravo Levy Cunha , Silva Filho Edison Benedito da , Borges Dianifer Leal
Published: August 2024

O propósito deste Texto para Discussão é apresentar os principais modelos de compartilhamento de riscos de demanda em concessões de infraestrutura e discutir suas vantagens e limitações, bem como eventuais obstáculos para sua implementação no Brasil à luz do ordenamento jurídico e da estrutura regulatória do país. Argumentamos sobre a possibilidade de harmonização de soluções contratuais como a partilha de receitas e a extensão do prazo de concessões com o arcabouço normativo brasileiro. O recente sucesso da quinta rodada de concessões rodoviárias federais, que preveem pela primeira vez mecanismos de compartilhamento de receitas para mitigação de riscos diversos, sugere que essas soluções poderão contribuir de forma significativa para a expansão de investimentos privados no setor.
Development of Spectrophotometric Method for the Quantitative Determination of Betamethasone 17- Valerate in Creams
Authors: F. Beleme Motiki , A. Moetseloa Lebohang , J. Sello Letuka
Published: August 2024

A simple spectrophotometric technique has been developed and validated for determination of betamethasone 17-valerate in pharmaceutical formulations. The method is based on cream dissolution in absolute ethanol and assaying spectrophotometrically at 240nm. The amount of betamethasone 17-valerate in cream was determined as 101.6 ± 0.0037 % w/w. The method validation demonstrated linearity for concentration range of 0.006mg/ml to 0.0014mg/ml (R2=0.9995). The method is simple and accurate and has successfully been employed in the analysis of some of Tripharm pharmaceutical formulations.
Effect of Alpha-Blocker on Distal Ureteric Calculi: A Comparative Study
Authors: Jayaprakash Akshaya , G Venkataramana , Battina Navyasree , Nagaveni Malle , Prasad GV Gowtham
Published: August 2024

Introduction Silodosin is a recently introduced selective alpha- blocker in Medical Expulsive Therapy for the management of distal ureteric calculi. The efficacy and safety of silodosin compared to tamsulosin are controversial, however the former is considered to be more effective. The objective of the study is to assess the efficacy and safety of silodosin compared to tamsulosin in the treatment of ureteral stones less than 10mm.  Methods This prospective randomized study was conducted in the Department of General Surgery, Navodaya Medical College, Raichur, Karnataka. Sixty patients were included in the study who presented with abdominal or loin pain and were diagnosed with unilateral solitary distal ureteric stone measuring <10mm with no complications. Participants in Group I received Tablet Silodosin 8mg OD until the passage of stone or up to two weeks, and Group II received Tablet Tamsulosin 0.4mg OD until the passage of stone or up to two weeks. Analgesic Tablet Diclofenac sodium 50mg was given to both patients on demand.  Results A total of 60 patients were included in the study, divided into 30 patients in each group of Silodosin and tamsulosin respectively. In Group I (silodosin), out of 30 patients, 25 patients expelled the calculus, whereas in Group II (tamsulosin), out of 30 patients, 15 patients expelled the calculus. Group I showed a significantly higher rate of expulsion, with a p-value of 0.005. Stone expulsion time was notably shorter in Group I compared to Group II, with averages of 4.73 days versus 6.33 days (p=0.009). Additionally, analgesic use during the medical expulsive therapy was lower in Group I, averaging 8.25 compared to 4.13 (p=0.0001) in the tamsulosin group. Significant differences were observed in the outcomes such as stone expulsion time, and analgesic requirement. However, no significant differences were found when comparing the groups based on age, gender, stone size, and side of the ureter involved. The 20 patients who failed the medical management underwent ureterorenoscopy with 100% clearance. 3 patients in Group II experienced orthostatic hypotension, and zero patients experienced any side effects in Group I. Compared to tamsulosin, silodosin provides significantly higher stone expulsion rates, fewer colic episodes, and shorter stone expulsion duration than tamsulosin.
Movie Review Based Sentiment Analysis
Authors: Kumar A. Ajith , Charan Reddy P. Madhu , Gunnam Nikhil
Published: August 2024

Sentiment analysis, an automated method for detecting emotions and opinions in text, has become a versatile tool applied across various domains, from assessing online customer feedback to monitoring sentiment trends on social media. While Bag of Words (BoW) has been the traditional method, more advanced techniques like Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers (BERT) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) have revolutionized sentiment analysis by elevating accuracy and context comprehension. This study conducts an extensive comparison between BERT, a hybrid model that combines CNN and LSTM in the realm of sentiment analysis within movie reviews. Through meticulous experimentation, the study strongly proves that both the hybrid model of CNN and LSTM models significantly outshine the techniques like BERT and BoW with noticeably higher accuracy in precisely categorizing sentiments expressed in movie reviews. These results highlight how deep learning methodologies remarkably refine the precision and effectiveness of sentiment analysis, allowing for more nuanced and context-aware sentiment classification. The study's significance goes beyond performance contrasts; it demonstrates the exceptional capacity of BERT along with the hybrid model of CNN and LSTM to comprehend the complexities of language and contextual nuances within movie reviews. This heightened contextual understanding is particularly crucial in sentiment analysis, enabling the models to discern subtle shifts in sentiment that simpler methods like BoW might overlook. By showcasing the supremacy of hybrid model that combines CNN and LSTM in movie review sentiment analysis, this research opens new avenues for the field's advancement. It emphasizes the potential of deep learning techniques in revolutionizing sentiment analysis across diverse domains, offering more accurate and contextually attuned sentiment classification for deeper insights and well-informed decision-making. This study stands as a valuable asset for researchers and practitioners aiming to leverage deep learning for sentiment analysis applications
Effect of Smoking Dry Cigarettes, Electronic Cigarettes, and Hookah on Vitamin D3 Levels and Blood Parameter in Samples of Youth from AL-Hawija City, Kirkuk governorate
Authors: Fadhil Khudhur Abbas
Published: August 2024

The study aimed to demonstrate the role of smoking on vitamin D3 levels and blood parameters represented by a group of young men who smoke cigarettes, electronic cigarettes and hookah in the city of Hawija, Kirkuk Governorate. The experiment was distributed into four groups, aged between 25 and 30 years, with 25 samples for each group. The first group was non-smokers, the second group was cigarette smokers, the third group was electronic cigarette smokers and the fourth group was hookah smokers. Blood samples were taken in the Hawija laboratories, where the results of the study showedThe results of the study showed a significant decrease (P≤0.05) in vitamin D3 levels in the dry cigarettes, electronic cigarettes and hookah groups compared to the control group, while the packed cell volume (PCV), red blood cells (RBC) and hemoglobin (Hb) tests showed a significant increase (P≤0.05) in the dry cigarettes, electronic cigarettes and hookah groups compared to the control group, while the platelets and white blood cells (WBC) tests showed a significant increase (P≤0.05) in the dry cigarettes and electronic cigarettes groups compared to the non- smoking control group, while the values of platelets and white blood cells (WBC) did not show any statistically significant differences in the hookah smokers group.
Food Management and Students’ Performance in Government-Aided Secondary Schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District, Uganda
Authors: Aphia Mujawimana , Madinah Nabukeera , Musa Matovu , Muhammadi Bisaso Ssali
Published: August 2024

This study examined the influence of food management on students’ performance in government- aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District. The study specifically aimed; i) To examine the influence of nutritional programs on students’ performance, ii) To assess the influence of special dietary needs management on students’ performance, and iii) To examine the influence of food safety and sanitation on students’ performance in government-aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District. The study adopted a cross-sectional research design coupled with a quantitative approach. The study considered a sample size of 73 respondents constituting of teachers and head teachers who were selected using convenient sampling technique. The study revealed that nutritional programs have a strong positive and statistically significant influence on students’ performance in government-aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District. Additionally, the study also revealed that special dietary needs management has a moderately positive and statistically significant influence on students’ performance in government-aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District. The study further revealed that food safety and sanitation has a strong positive and statistically significant influence on students’ performance in government-aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District. The study concluded that food management has a significant influence on students’ performance in government-aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District in that an improvement in nutritional programs, special dietary needs management, as well as food safety and sanitation would resultantly lead to an improvement in students’ performance in government-aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District. The study recommended that the government and school administrators should ensure that the school meals meet dietary guidelines, offering a balance of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, and minerals as well as incorporate nutrition education into the curriculum to teach students about healthy eating habits and the importance of nutrition which would significantly enhance students’ performance in the different government-aided secondary schools in Bamunanika, Luwero District.
Butterfly Image Classification Using Convulational Neural Network[CNN]
Authors: N Murthy Amruth , N Murthy Kavana , . Shivandappa , Kumar S Narendra
Published: August 2024

Butterfly species identification through image classification is now a major use of computer vision, utilizing supervised learning methods to classify different types of butterflies based on images. This article gives a detailed overview of the latest progress in classifying butterfly images through supervised learning techniques on Google Colab, a widely-used cloud-based platform for machine learning projects. The review starts by discussing the significance of precise butterfly categorization for biodiversity research and conservation endeavors. It then goes into specifics about different methods used in supervised learning for this purpose, such as convolutional neural networks (CNNs), support vector machines (SVMs), and k-nearest neighbors (k-NN). The review discusses the pros and cons of using these methods on butterfly image data, emphasizing on accuracy, efficiency, and generalization. Special focus is placed on the preprocessing procedures necessary to improve image quality and extract features, including image augmentation, normalization, and feature scaling. The article also investigates various butterfly image datasets that are accessible to the public, analyzing how they are used for training and assessing classification models. Google Colab is highlighted as a potent instrument for creating and testing these models because of its convenience, user-friendliness, and compatibility with leading machine learning libraries such as TensorFlow and PyTorch. Furthermore, the article examines recent research and initiatives that have effectively utilized butterfly image categorization with Colab, demonstrating ideal methods and insight gained. Image Preprocessing, Feature Extraction, Machine Learning Libraries, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Image Augmentation, Publicly Available Datasets.
Comparative Evaluation of Endo Ice® Refrigerant Spray, Endo Frost® Refrigerant Spray and Topical Anesthetic Agent Precaine B® on the Pain Perception in Children Prior to Administration of Local Anaesthesia – An Invivo Study
Authors: Jagdish Pusa , Shetty Priya , B. Shetty Sowmya , Raj K Deepak , Shetty Smita , S. Nishma
Published: August 2024

To compare and evaluate the efficacy of Endo Ice® refrigerant spray, Endo Frost® refrigerant spray and topical anaesthetic agent Precaine B® on the pain perception during local anaesthesia administration in pediatric dental patients.  Material and methods: A total of 87 participants in the age group of 6-12 years were divided into 3 groups randomly with 29 in each group. The cotton applicator sprayed with Endo Ice was held in contact with the buccal mucosa for 10 seconds. Immediately after the removal of the cotton applicator, inferior alveolar nerve block was administered. Similarly, Endo Frost was used on the participants. 0.1 mg of Precaine B was applied over the injection site contacting the buccal mucosa using sterile cotton applicator. FLACC evaluation was done by one trained personnel during the local anaesthesia administration. Following the local anesthesia, the participants were asked to rate their pain experience using VAS.  Results: The mean score of the Endo ice, Endo frost, and Precaine B were 4.3793, 4.4828 and 5.5517 respectively using the FLACC scale. The mean score of the Endo ice, Endo frost, and Precaine B were 4.2069, 4.2069 and 4.931 respectively using the VAS scale. Greater reduction in pain perception were observed in Endo Ice group followed by Endo Frost group and Precaine group. It was not statistically significant (p<0.005).  Conclusion: Endo ice, Endo frost and Precaine B were effective in reducing the pain perception in children, thereby reducing their fear and anxiety. Endo Ice group showed greater reduction in pain perception and higher efficacy than other groups, even though the results were not statististically significant.
The The influence of education on knowledge and character
Authors: Steyn Renier
Published: August 2024

It is commonly assumed that formal education fos­ters both knowledge and character development. How­ever, this study questions the integrity of this assumption. This research aims to investigate whether education and ob­taining higher qualifications genuinely lead to enhanced gen­eral knowledge and a heightened awareness of one's igno­rance regarding certain topics. Cross-sectional data from the World Values Survey (N > 90,000) on educational levels, gen­eral knowledge, and the acknowledgement of ignorance were analysed. Education levels corresponded with elevated gen­eral knowledge; however, both educated and less educated individuals displayed similar tendencies to acknowledge their unfamiliarity with certain top­ics. The hypothesis pro­posing that higher levels of education correlate with superior general knowledge was supported by the data, but the com­mendable trait of acknowledging one's igno­rance does not ap­pear to be cultivated among those with higher degrees. This research raises important questions about the value of ad­vanced education as a builder of character and could consti­tute a call to universities to incorporate more formal ethics training into their curriculum.