bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Students’ interest in agribusiness as a future career
Authors: Pervez A K M Kanak , Kabir Md Shahriar , Saha Amitav , Hossain Md Ikbal , Haque Md Armanul
Published: July 2024

Purpose. This study was conducted among Bangladeshi undergraduate agricultural students to see how likely they were to launch their agribusinesses after awarding Bachelor’s degrees.
Methodology / approach. As an agricultural country, agribusiness among the students is increasingly important. To achieve the purpose, we selected undergraduate students from the University of Rajshahi as the respondents. Agriculture, Fisheries, and Veterinary Science students were surveyed to determine their interest in starting an agribusiness (opening their own enterprises) after graduation. Questionnaire data were subjected to a logit regression analysis.
Results. Most students come from rural backgrounds and many work in family farming either directly or indirectly, only a small percentage of them (29.6 %) want to start an agribusiness after graduation. Most students think working for the Government or providing other services is safer than doing business. Except for students whose families had large landholdings, students were not interested in becoming agribusiness entrepreneurs, although female students were more curious than males. The students perceived agribusiness as too risky and preferred civil service or other service sector employment over any business. If they were to set up such companies, they would be the most interested in fruits and vegetables, feed mills, beef, floriculture, and fisheries. Part of the reason for this disinclination to entrepreneurship is South Asian culture, which values security over independence, although agriculture, where the product is perishable, is risky.
Originality / scientific novelty. Over the last 10 years, there has been a decline in total agricultural employment despite a rise in the youth unemployment rate. Encouraging these young people to go into agribusiness, we can reduce unemployment and increase agricultural productivity. But, regarding the interest of young people in Bangladesh in agribusiness, there is no published material. Thus, this study is the first in Bangladesh to assess the interest of agricultural students in starting an agribusiness and describe its determinants.
Practical value / implications. The state wants to encourage agribusiness, but does not have a policy to achieve the goal and universities do not even teach this subject to agriculture graduates. If the government is serious about expanding agricultural entrepreneurship, it will have to invest in agribusiness to reduce its risk: in agricultural mechanisation, better rural transport and infrastructure, insurance for agricultural enterprises, mentors to impart business skills and advice, and a national capital fund to invest in such enterprises and finance them by capital rather than by debt.
Соотношение понимания и объяснения в юриспруденции
Authors: Алова Д.Г.
Published: July 2024

Проблемы объяснения и понимания являются наиболее актуальными вопросами в развитии юриспруденции. Актуальность обусловлена тем, что в зависимости от выбираемой оптики исследования результат может принимать различные формы и сущности. При этом на данном этапе развития науки наблюдается рост междисциплинарных исследований, в которых связующим звеном между различными областями знания становится общенаучная методология. Таким связующим звеном для правовых междисциплинарных исследований становятся «понимание» и «объяснение», без которых нельзя представить себе ни одну познавательную процедуру. Предмет исследования – вопросы соотношения понимания и объяснения в праве. Целью исследования является проведение разграничения между двумя познавательными процедурами и представление перспектив их применения в правовой науке. Методология исследования определяется предметом исследования и интересна тем, что методология используется для изучения способа исследования сущностей в праве – юридического объяснения. Так, преимущественно в статье использованы общефилософские методы познания (синтез, анализ, индукция дедукция), а также методы логического и лингвистического анализа. Новизна темы заключается в разработке границы понимания юридического объяснения и соотношения его с этапами правового исследования. Основной вывод статьи заключается в том, что юридическое объяснение является правовой методологической категорией, которая описывает процесс познания в правовой сфере, неразрывно связанный с пониманием субъекта познания исследуемого правового феномена.
Иммануил Канттың 300 жылдығына орай. Канттың құқық, заң және әділеттілік туралы ілімдерінің философиялық сөздігі
Authors: Серікбай Б.
Published: July 2024

Неміс философы Иммануил Канттың 300 жылдығының қарсаңында «Норма» баспасында заңгер-ғалым С.С. Алексеевтің «Құдайдың жер бетіндегі ең қасиетті нәрсе. Иммунил Кант және қазіргі дәуірдегі заң мәселелері» [Алексеев С.С. (2024) Самое святое, что есть у Бога на земле. Иммаунил Кант и проблемы права в современную эпоху. М., Изд-во Норма]. Бұл кітапта Канттың мұрасын заңды қоғамдастық үшін пайдалы ететін негізгі құқықтық идеялардың егжей-тегжейлі талдауы келтірілген. Бұл идеяларды философиялық глоссарий форматында толығырақ қарастырайық. И. Кант өзінің философиялық мұрасында азаматтық құрылым мен принциптер арқылы заңдарға және әділеттілік тұжырымдамасына жүгінеді. Кант қоғамдағы әділеттіліктің негізгі принциптеріне әр адамның бостандығы, теңдігі және тәуелсіздігі кіретінін атап көрсетеді [Алексеев С.С. (2024), c. 113; Кант И. (1994) Сочинения на русском и немецком языках. Т. 1. Трактаты и статьи. М., с. 283]. Бостандық. Кант бостандық туралы мәжбүрлеусіз бақыт құқығы және басқалардың бостандықтарын құрметтеу туралы айтады. Құқық пен әділеттілік контекстінде бұл заңдар әр адамның жеке бостандықтарын қорғауы және қолдауы керек, олардың мақсаттары мен ұмтылыстарын жүзеге асыруға мүмкіндік береді. Осылайша, адам өз мақсатына жету үшін – ерік автономомды таңдауға ие болуы керек [Алексеев С.С. (2024), c. 111; Кант И. (1994), c. 291].
Global Health Security in the Age of Transnational Malicious Cyber Operations: A Taxonomic Analysis of Non-State and State-Backed Cyber Threats
Authors: Temirbekov Zh.
Published: July 2024

The paper emphasises the critical nature of the cybersecurity threats to the global healthcare sector. The examination of quantitative and qualitative research results from official reports, bulletins, and journals is combined in the study to demonstrate the scope and impact of non-state and state-backed malicious cyber operations directed at healthcare systems. In today's digital age, cyber operations against the healthcare sector are increasing in rate and becoming more sophisticated. Therefore, the paper is relevant. The paper's subject is analysing the nature, scope, and consequences of malicious cyber activity; it examines how it can impact healthcare systems, patient privacy, and public health. By analysing recent incidents, conducting a taxonomic analysis, and proposing some general strategies to enhance healthcare protection in the face of cybersecurity threats, the paper sheds light on the critically important issue of cybersecurity threats in the healthcare sector, which is the purpose of the paper. The study's novelty is that this paper offers a taxonomic analysis of cybersecurity threats that provides a structured framework to understand the threats and propose some general suggestions to enhance the protection of the global healthcare sector. Brief conclusions: 1) State-backed malicious cyber operations can significantly compromise the quality of healthcare and patient safety; 2) Decision-making centers in the healthcare sector are recommended to pay attention to the need to modernize cybersecurity policies since, as studies show, more and more healthcare organisations are becoming victims of transnational malicious cyber operations.
THERAPEUTIC APPROACH IN COEXISTENCE OF AVOIDANT PERSONALITY DISORDER AND PSYCHOTIC STRUCTURE IN ITS EARLY MANIFESTATIONS: A CASE REPORT
Authors: Silva Alice Izabel Costa , Curi Sílvia Goulart , Araújo Neto Edmundo
Published: July 2024

Introduction: The first manifestations of a psychotic structure, generally in adolescence or early adulthood, are an important milestone in an individual's life. But, considering the concomitant signs and symptoms of an avoidant personality disorder can appear since childhood, there is a demand for more targeted and delicate attention from the team of healthcare professionals. Case summary: During the monitoring of the patient, a series of clinical signs and symptoms appeared that met the criteria of two simultaneous psychic conditions, one of them structural and the other personality related. With the aforementioned diagnoses, specific new pharmacological treatment tests were carried out, carrying positive effects and improving the patient's quality of life (introduction of antipsychotics instead of antidepressants as the pivot of therapy). Discussion: the onset of a psychotic condition in the trema phase associated with pre-existing avoidant/avoidant personality disorder demands balanced management between both conditions, using the strategies offered by both pharmacotherapies and psychotherapies. Conclusion: in order to adopt an appropriate treatment and management of the case, due to the complexity of diagnostic simultaneity, constant attention is required from the assistant team, so that continuous reassessments of hypotheses are made and, therefore, adjustments whenever necessary.
A PERCEPÇÃO DE AUTOIMAGEM AO DIAGNÓSTICO E APÓS O TRATAMENTO EM PACIENTES PORTADORES DE PSORÍASE EM UMA CIDADE DO OESTE DO PARANÁ
Authors: Silveira Bruna Fritzen da , Pereto Amanda Nicoly Veloski , Nobre Leandra Ferreira Marques
Published: July 2024

A psoríase é uma afecção dermatológica e inflamatória crônica, de rápida evolução, sendo caracterizada pela hiperproliferação da epiderme causando lesões cutâneas visíveis, descamativas. É uma patologia comum e complexa, de etiologia ainda desconhecida, porém, multifatorial, afetando milhares de pessoas ao redor do mundo. Por ser uma doença de natureza visível, a psoríase detém o potencial de afetar substancialmente a percepção de autoimagem do seu portador, experimentando, dessa forma, impactos significativos em relação à sua autoestima e confiança. A visibilidade das lesões cutâneas frequentemente resulta em estigma social, ansiedade, depressão e isolamento social, afetando negativamente a qualidade de vida. A partir do diagnóstico, inicia-se um processo de adaptação e busca por tratamentos que possam controlar os sintomas e melhorar a aparência da pele. Métodos: A pesquisa envolve a aplicação de questionários e entrevistas em pacientes com psoríase, abordando aspectos relacionados à percepção da autoimagem antes e após o tratamento. Além disso, este estudo examina como diferentes modalidades de tratamento podem influenciar o impacto na autoestima do paciente portador de psoríase. As análises dos dados coletados proporcionarão uma compreensão aprofundada das mudanças na percepção da autoimagem ao longo do curso da doença, desde o diagnóstico até as fases de tratamento. Resultados: Os resultados deste estudo têm o potencial de informar estratégias clínicas e psicológicas para apoiar os pacientes no manejo da psoríase e melhorar a qualidade de vida de modo integral.
Tracking spatiotemporal dynamics of crop-specific areas through machine learning and statistics disaggregating
Authors: Li Xiyu , Yu Le , Du Zhenrong , Liu Xiaoxuan
Published: July 2024

Abstract. Mapping spatiotemporal dynamics of crop-specific areas is of great significance in addressing challenges faced by agricultural systems. But comparable multi-phase crop maps in year series have not yet been developed in most regions of the global. In this study, we developed a framework for updating annual crop-specific area maps at 10 km resolution based on crop statistics disaggregating, multi-source data integrating and machine learning, taking factors related with crop distribution in different regions and complex agricultural systems into accounts. Experiments were conducted in three study areas (Africa, China, and USA) respectively corresponding to three conditions of the information coverage of crop distribution (low, median, and high). In our framework, we collected related spatial indicator used in previous studies and trained random forest regression models to predict spatiotemporal dynamics of crop-specific areas based on them. Annual crop statistics were further disaggregated based on probabilistic layer and harmonized based on multiple constraints. Our framework is a good attempt to integrate two strategies (top-down and bottom-up), creating more possibility for crop mapping to integrate statistic with remote sensing. Finally, our results include maps of crop-specific areas covering 42 types from 1961–2022 in Africa, maps of crop-specific areas covering 14 types from 1980–2022 in China and maps of crop-specific areas covering 15 types from 2008–2022 in USA. Results show that our products has a relatively good consistency with independent reference map or statistics. Our products provide approximate estimates for spatiotemporal dynamics of crop-specific areas in multiple regions over several decades, which could be used as data basis for food security and environmental impact assessments.
La presencia de Dios en la concepción kantiana del Gewissen
Authors: Placencia Luis
Published: July 2024

En este artículo se aborda – a partir de la pregunta por la relación de Kant con el “ateísmo” - la cuestión de la presencia de la noción de “Dios” en su filosofía práctica, más concretamente aún en su concepción de la “conciencia moral” (Gewissen). Se presentará atención fundamentalmente al papel que juega esta noción en la conocida metáfora del “tribunal” con la que Kant intenta presentar algunos rasgos salientes de su concepción del Gewissen.
La fe racional como creencia moral y la impugnación del ateísmo en ¿Qué significa orientarse en el pensamiento?
Authors: Beade Ileana Paola
Published: July 2024

En diversos escritos, Kant sostiene que, tanto en el ámbito del uso teórico de la razón como en el de su uso práctico, esta facultad es origen de representaciones a priori, que determinan tanto el conocimiento de objetos como la acción -entendida en sentido práctico o moral-. En un texto de 1786, ¿Qué significa orientarse en el pensamiento?, argumenta que la razón está autorizada a suponer algo que ella es radicalmente incapaz de conocer, esto es: la existencia de un ser supremo y que la representación de un Dios existente es un resultado ineludible al que conduce la razón en el ejercicio de su capacidad autónoma. En este contexto, el ateísmo es considerado como una forma de dogmatismo, es decir, como posición que refleja un uso acrítico y deficiente de la razón, y que expresa, en última instancia, una incapacidad de dicha facultad para atender a exigencias que ella se impone a sí misma. El propósito de este trabajo es examinar los argumentos presentados en dicho texto para así profundizar en el sentido de la concepción kantiana de la fe religiosa creencia racional.
Why logic has not taken a step forward or backwards
Authors: Lemanski Jens
Published: July 2024

The criticism of Immanuel Kant’s logic commenced with the advent of the so-called ‘new logic’ in the 20th century. One particular passage from the second preface to the Critique of Pure Reason has been a source of contention, where Kant asserted that logic has not taken a step forward or backward since Aristotle (B VIII). In Kant scholarship, one current strategy to avoid this criticism is to relocate Kant within the domain of philosophy of logic or by segregating his general logic from modern formal systems. In this paper, it will be contended that this strategy is too weak, given that the B-preface has currently been analyzed in a markedly divergent manner by the so-called ‘methodological interpretation’. In his methodology and history of science of the B-preface, Kant means something different by progress and regression than what his 20th-century critics assume he meant. By examining what Kant and his critics considered to be progress and regress in science and logic, good reasons can be put forward for the argument that Kant was correct in his assertion that logic has not gone a step forward or backward.
Presentación: La teología moral y el ateísmo ético de Kant
Authors: Aramayo Roberto R. , Parra Lisimaco
Published: July 2024

Presentación: La teología moral y el ateísmo ético de Kant
Presentación dossier: Kant 300 PT – Grupo Kant Lisboa / Lisbon Kant Group
Authors: Lemos João
Published: July 2024

O dossier ‘Kant 300 PT – Grupo Kant Lisboa / Lisbon Kant Group’ celebra os trezentos anos do nascimento de Immanuel Kant tendo como eixo as actividades do recentemente formado Grupo Kant Lisboa / Lisbon Kant Group. Entre os autores que contribuem para o dossier encontram-se quer membros do Grupo, quer colegas que com o Grupo têm vindo a colaborar de modo especialmente activo. Os artigos que integram o dossier são todos escritos em Português e têm como linha temática central a filosofia prática de Kant, com especial destaque para os valores morais e para a filosofia política, remetendo também para os valores estéticos, a antropologia e a filosofia da história. Celebrando Kant, este dossier igualmente homenageia António Marques, o grande dinamizador da investigação em desenvolvimento pelo Grupo Kant Lisboa / Lisbon Kant Group.
Un modelo híbrido para la recomendación de libros utilizando reconocimiento facial, filtrado colaborativo y por contenido
Authors: Puerto Cuadros Eduard Gilberto
Published: July 2024

La continua evolución de la tecnología transforma la manera en que las bibliotecas interactúan con sus usuarios, y estos a su vez con los libros. Los sistemas de recomendación se conciben como sistemas de filtrado de información cuyo objetivo es proporcionar acceso a información personalizada (libros de interés, revistas, bases de datos, artículos científicos, salas, etc.) para mejorar la experiencia del usuario, fomentar la usabilidad de los recursos bibliográficos y optimizar los servicios. Este artículo propone un modelo híbrido de recomendación automática de libros que ensambla tres procesos en dos fases: identificación del usuario, filtrado colaborativo y filtrado por contenido. En la primera fase, se lleva a cabo el proceso de reconocimiento de usuario con técnicas que implementan aprendizaje profundo y, en la segunda fase, se integran los procesos de recomendación mediante filtrado colaborativo y por contenido. Se elaboró un caso de estudio en un entorno biblioecario para recomendar libros y fue evaluado mediante métricas clásicas de recuperación de información. Se compararon los resultados con otros modelos de recomendación más robustos, obteniendo resultados satisfactorios.
Del futuro al presente. Evidencia empírica desde la pandemia de COVID-19 sobre los cambios en el trabajo
Authors: Pirro Fabrizio
Published: July 2024

Las consecuencias por la introducción de la tecnología informática en el trabajo están muy debatidas, pero la discusión ha sido planteada mucho más sobre hipótesis que sobre datos “de campo”. La implementación masiva de esta tecnología durante la pandemia de COVID-19 nos ha permitido por primera vez de conocer en concreto sus efectos. De aquí se han desarrollado investigaciones para observar de cerca estos caracteres y consecuencias. En particular, se presenta una investigación sobre una muestra de trabajadores ocupados en Italia conducida después del confinamiento por la pandemia. Dos datos resultan más relevantes: a) la heterogeneidad de las condiciones laborales producidas, mayor de la hipotetizada en literatura; b) la especificidad de la tecnología informática en el ofrecer al mismo tiempo flexibilidad y rigidez, con claras consecuencias en la calidad de los trabajos.
Subjetividades políticas emergentes en el trabajo uruguayo. Un enfoque teórico comparado
Authors: Pucci Francisco , Menéndez Victoria , Cutro Dumas Camila
Published: July 2024

El trabajo aborda los procesos de construcción de subjetividades situadas en el trabajo. Con este objetivo, se plantea  la discusión entre la perspectiva configuracionista desarrollada por De la Garza y la propuesta marxista de Modonesi, en la cual se abordan los procesos de producción subjetividades políticas. Ambas desarrollan miradas procesuales de conformación de subjetividades, invitando a pensar en su carácter dinámico y no lineal. Este campo fue tematizado desde dos modalidades de trabajo, una vinculada al trabajo rural de la cadena forestal y otra a una empresa de plataforma digital, en tanto formas emergentes del contexto laboral uruguayo.
Hacer una tesis de trabajo en el sur
Authors: Antonio J. Ramírez Melgarejo
Published: July 2024

El presente artículo parte de una petición singular de la Revista Sociología del Trabajo. Se nos propuso a un grupo de sociólogos y sociólogas del trabajo realizar un viaje en el tiempo para observar desde una perspectiva reflexiva el proceso de producción de nuestras tesis doctorales. Esta genial proposición ayudará a esclarecer a nuevas personas que se internen en la investigación social por azar, posibilidad o convencimiento, las dificultades, aprendizajes y, sobre todo, las transformaciones personales y comunitarias que supone tal experiencia vital. El texto que pueden leer a continuación está escrito en primera persona, es un ejercicio de desnudez que parte del convencimiento de la importancia central de comprender la interrelación entre las condiciones de posibilidad, el origen social y el proceso de aprendizaje del autor y el producto científico de su trabajo y dedicación. Se trata de una tesis sobre las estrategias de reproducción social y las condiciones laborales de un territorio del sur de Europa donde la eventualidad laboral y la incertidumbre vital son las normas que condicionan las estrategias de reproducción social de la clase trabajadora. A riesgo de parecer presuntuoso, deseo que esta contribución ayude a seguir creciendo la disciplina de la sociología del trabajo a la que tanto debo.
La portería de la Periferia europea
Authors: Del Río Casasola Alfredo
Published: July 2024

La complejidad y la exigencia de la elaboración de una tesis doctoral se incrementan si no cuentas con una beca y tu situación es precaria. En mi caso, el interés por el objeto de estudio, el aprendizaje obtenido, la admiración por mi directora y la posibilidad de iniciar mi carrera académica me han aportado una satisfacción que excede con creces las dificultades. Además me enorgullece y estimula enormemente haber podido contribuir, en la medida de lo posible y en contraposición al discurso dominante de la convergencia económica, a explicar las desigualdades existentes en la Unión Europea y su reproducción en el tiempo, así como a demostrar la limitación que tenemos la población trabajadora de la periferia europea a la hora de transformar las mejoras productivas conseguidas en mejoras salariales.
Effect of Energy Utilization on Pakistan’s Economic Development: A Time Series Analysis
Authors: Khan Wasif Ali
Published: July 2024

The present research has been conducted to study the causal relation among GDP, electricity utilization, exports, real capital and labor force for Pakistan. Time dependent data for the mentioned parameters have been used for the time period of 1980 to 2022. Inter-relations among the above-mentioned variables have been studied in this work by the method of cointegration using bounds test. The results illustrate that there is an existence of long run relation among the parameters where GDP has been taken into consideration as the dependent variable. Granger causation analysis has also been performed for the variables. Results show that Granger causality between GDP and electricity utilization runs in both directions. Moreover, the study discloses that Electricity utilization granger cause exports and per capita real capital. Exports granger cause per capita real capital. Per capita real capital granger cause GDP. Labor force granger cause GDP and exports. The long run relation equation of GDP, Electricity utilization, exports, real capital and labor force has also been examined for parameter stability. The parameters are found to be stable with the significance level of 5%. The research also suggests some significant strategy recommendations.
Beyond the Grid: An In-depth Analysis of Economic, Demographic, and Technological Drivers of Energy Poverty in 11 Developing Countries
Authors: Aqdas Ramaisa , Ishak Wan Zhalkiatul Aida Binti , Salman Syed Muhammad , Sultan Rashid
Published: July 2024

This research examines the impact of critical factors, including GDP, population, internet, renewable power, human capital, and global link, on energy poverty in the New-11 nations, using a Panel ARDL technique. Energy poverty rises with GDP and population growth but is significantly reduced by internet access and renewable energy. Human resources and globalization present a mix of insignificant functions. Short-run illustrations depict initial movement in the long run, which abruptly stabilizes as renewable energy costs become apparent. The implications of the findings of energy poverty are the essential and inescapable policy calls for targeted investments in digitalization, sustainable energy, people, and intelligent globalization.
Research on the Different Manifestations of Tan Kah Kee's Educational Dream in Several Historical Periods in China (1913-1961)
Authors: Pan Weili , Tan Chee Seng
Published: July 2024

Tan Kah Kee's educational dream was not just about imparting knowledge, but also about cultivating character and fostering a sense of social responsibility in his students, shaping them into well-rounded individuals who could contribute meaningfully to society. The present study looks at the various forms of Tan Kah Kee's educational ambition throughout China's history. Using the PRISMA model, a narrative literature review approach was employed to examine 115 papers chosen from a pool of 210 articles. Tan Kah Kee's educational dream, historical backdrop, educational policies, educational institutions, educational outcomes, and societal repercussions were all identified and defined in the study. To explore the relationship between these characteristics and their impact on Tan Kah Kee's educational dream, research questions and objectives were developed. The study's findings suggest that Tan Kah Kee's educational ambition was achieved in diverse ways throughout Chinese history, and that it was impacted by a variety of contextual factors. The study's theoretical and practical ramifications, as well as its limitations and future research objectives, are examined. Overall, this research helps us grasp Tan Kah Kee's educational goal and its impact on China's educational scene.
Research on Border Governance Policies of the Silk Road Economic Belt under Historical Evolution: Taking the Cross border Ethnic Issues in China as an Example
Authors: Zhang Aimei
Published: July 2024

This paper provides a historical analysis of the Silk Road, highlighting its economic and cultural influence on world civilization. It also examines the evolution of China's frontier governance policies and their impact in different periods. Furthermore, it addresses contemporary cross-border ethnic issues in the context of the Silk Road Economic Belt. By drawing on historical governance practices, it sheds light on the Chinese government's policy dynamics, offering insights for optimizing governance approaches and constructing a suitable framework for the Silk Road Economic Belt's future development. This article contributes valuable perspectives and ideas for resolving cross-border ethnic issues.
Exploring the Role of Generative AI in Second Language Education: Insights for Instruction, Learning, and Assessment
Authors: Davoodifard Mahshad , Eskin Daniel
Published: July 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI), broadly speaking, refers to the efforts to program computers in order to mimic human understandings and problem-solving abilities (Voss, 2024). Recent developments in Generative AI utilize large volumes of available training data that allow users to prompt AI-powered tools to automatically produce specific content (e.g., text or images) (Vajjala, 2024). As an innovative technology, Generative AI is reshaping many fields, including second language education (Ji et al., 2023; Zou et al., 2023). At the same time, it has sparked discussions about its seemingly obvious advantages and potential pitfalls (Voss et al., 2023). Many students, educators, and researchers have embraced Generative AI in their everyday practices. There are numerous Generative AI-powered language learning chatbots, tutors, programs, and tools freely available and widely used in language learning contexts around the world.
PENGARUH METODE FINGERMATHIC TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN BERHITUNG ANAK USIA DINI
Authors: Riva Muthia Syah , Kurnia Aam , Nursihah Arif
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini dilatar belakangi oleh belum berkembangnya kemampuan berhitung anak di RA As-Syifa Bogor Barat Kota Bogor. Hal ini dilihat dari perkembangan kemampuan berhitung anak yang belum mampu membedakan lambang bilangan, belum mampu mencocokan jumlah bilangan dan lambang bilangan, dan belum memahami konsep bilangan mengenai penjumlahan dan pengurangan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode eksperimen desain one group pretest posttest. Hasil penelitian menunjukan berdasarkan hasil uji hipotesis, diperoleh harga t hitung 2,152 > t tabel 1,734. Maka hipotesisnya Ha diterima dan H0 ditolak. Artinya terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan penggunaan metode fingermathic terhadap kemampuan berhitung anak di kelompok B RA As-Syifa Bogor Barat Kota Bogor.
IMPLEMENTASI NILAI AGAMA DALAM PENANAMAN NILAI MORAL MELALUI METODE PEMBIASAAN DI TK PEMBINA LAMBU
Authors: Nursah Nursah , Ihlas Ihlas , Lukman Lukman
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian kualitatif deskriptif. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui bagaimana implementasi nilai agama dalam penanaman nilai moral serta faktor pendukung dan penghambat implementasi penanaman nilai agama dan moral melalui metode pembiasaan di TK pembina Lambu. Metodologi penelitian kualitatif menggunakan berbagai pendekatan dan teknik untuk memahami fenomena sosial secara mendalam, dengan cara observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa Implementasi nilai agama dalam penanaman nilai moral melalui metode pembiasaan dalam proses belajar mengajar di TK Pembina Lambu dipengaruhi oleh faktor eksternal yaitu dengan mendorong guru agar selalu berbuat baik karena akan dicontohi oleh muridnya, dan terciptanya hubungan harmonis antara guru dan murid. Kemudian faktor internal yaitu dengan dukungan orang tua di rumah untuk terbiasa menanamkan nilai-nilai pendidikan agama Islam dirumah pada anak. Adapun faktor yang menjadi tantangan yang dihadapi yaitu: jika pihak sekolah, keluarga dan lingkungan tidak menciptakan situasi yang baik, maka penerapan metode pembiasaan untuk nilai agama dalam penanaman nilai moral pada murid akan menjadi sia-sia.
PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN BAHASA ARAB MELALUI GERAK LAGU ASMAUL HUSNA PADA KELOMPOK B TK MUTIARA UMAT JOGOROGO
Authors: Nurjanah Siti , Koesmadi Dita Primashanti , Rachman Budi
Published: July 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui
Peningkatan Kemampuan Bahasa Arab Melalui Gerak
Lagu Asmaul Husna Pada Kelompok B di TK IT Mutiara
Umat Jogorogo. Metode penelitian yang digunakan peneliti
dalalam penelitian ini adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas
(PTK) dengan pendekatan kualitatif dan kuantitatif.
Sumber data penelitian adalah anak-anak usia 5-6 tahun di
TK IT Mutiara Umat Jogorogo berjumlah 16 anak, 5 laki-laki
dan 11 perempuan. Hasil penelitian ini menjelaskan bahwa
keberhasilan penerapan kegiatan gerak lagu Asmaul Husna
dalam meningkatkan kemampuan bahasa Arab anak
kelompok B di TK IT Mutiara Umat Jogorogo. Dalam
pelaksanaannya, kegiatan pembelajaran disesuaikan
dengan karakter anak kelompok B, dan hasilnya
menunjukkan respon baik dari anak-anak serta
peningkatan kemampuan bahasa Arab mereka. Melalui
tindakan penerapan dalam setiap siklus, terlihat
peningkatan yang signifikan dalam tingkat ketuntasan
belajar, dengan presentase meningkat dari 31% pada
Prasiklus menjadi 87,5% pada Siklus II, yang semuanya
termasuk dalam kategori Berkembang Sangat Baik (BSB).
Thoughts on the Possibility of Diversion of Short-Term Prescription Periods and Judgment Methods - Starting from the Supreme Court Decision 2021Da229618 Decided April 27, 2023 Regarding Direct Employment Obligations -
Authors: Hwang Won Jae ,   Korean Civil Law Association
Published: July 2024

When multiple claims for damages arise simultaneously in the same case, and when the prescription period for each claim is different, the question arises as to whether the short prescription period of one claim can be diverted to another claim. This recently became an issue in a case regarding the direct employment obligation under the dispatch law. After the Dispatch Act went into effect, when workers who were in an illegal dispatch relationship claimed fulfillment of their direct employment obligations and claimed compensation for damages, the short-term 3-year statute of limitations applicable to wage claims was applied without any question. However, since the regulations deemed as employment were revised to obligatory employment regulations, it became possible to view the violation of the relevant Dispatch Act provisions as non-performance of legal obligations and claim a 10-year statute of limitations.
The short-term statute of limitations on wage claims cannot be diverted to the right to claim compensation for damages resulting from a violation of the direct employment obligation simply by asserting that wages were not received as a result of a violation of the direct employment obligation, or that wages could have been received if the direct employment obligation had not been violated. Rather, it is necessary to examine whether there is a substantive and economic closeness between the two bonds. At this time, the similarity between the amount of compensation and the amount of wages, which is the result of calculating damages, cannot be an important criterion for judgment. Rather, practical and economic relevance should be reviewed taking into account the purpose of the legal obligations. Since the practical and economic closeness between the two bonds is only the first step in examining whether the purpose of defining the short-term prescription period is similar, it is natural to reexamine whether the purpose of the short-term prescription period can be applied equally. As a result, it is difficult to recognize a practical and economic closeness between the right to claim damages resulting from a violation of the direct employment obligation and the wage claim. In addition, the purpose of the short prescription period for wage claims does not correspond to the right to claim damages due to violation of direct employment obligations.
Quality Evaluation of Ginger-Spiced Hibiscus Sabdariffa Drink Sweetened with Dates and Sucrose
Authors: S. A. Adewole , T. F. Lawal , B. K. Adeoye , O. A. Adewole , P. A. Olusanya , O. O. Oyesiji , A. O. Adebiyi-Olabode , N. A. Ukangwa
Published: July 2024

Sweetening of Hibiscus sabdariffa drink (zobo) with sucrose is a major drawback on its health benefits. This research assessed the quality of ginger-spiced Hibiscus sabdariffa “zobo” drink sweetened with dates and sugar. Four samples of zobo drink were produced and the drink samples were assessed for physico-chemical properties, nutrient composition, antioxidant properties and sensory qualities. Data was analyzed using one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) with Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20.0 at P<0.05 and means were separated using Duncan Multiple Range Test. The pH was between 2.88 and 2.96 while obrix was 3-14.5 and titratable acidity was 0.78 - 0.83. The ranges for the nutrient composition are; moisture content (82.41% - 90.46 %), ash content (0.13%-0.68%), crude fiber (0.00% - 0.02%), fat content (0.18% - 0.92%), protein content (0.45%-2.41%), carbohydrate content (8.77% - 13.65%). Results for the antioxidant properties ranges; total flavonoid content (19.12 – 32.30 mg/ml), phenolic content (38.34 to 45.53 mg/ml), diphenyl picrylhydrazyl (60.90-65.12 %), ferric reducing antioxidant power (40.04 – 50.50 mg GAE/ml) and total reducing power (0.63 – 0.93 µg/ml). The sensory results showed that the samples were all acceptable in terms of colour, aroma and overall acceptability. However, there was preference for sample with 5 % dates and 5 % sucrose. Addition of dates to zobo is beneficial in terms of crude fibre, vitamin C, antioxidant activities and sensory qualities.
Characterization and Classification of Soils Along Three Toposequences in Njikoka Area, Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: G. M. Ajoagu , M. E. Ukabiala , C. L. A. Asadu , P. C. Umeugokwe
Published: July 2024

The study aimed to characterize and classify soils in the Njikoka Area of Anambra State, Nigeria. Three toposequences (TA, TB, and TC) from three different communities: Abagana, Nimo and Enugu-ukwu were selected and divided into upper (US), middle (MS), and lower (LS) slopes using a Digital Elevation Model (DEM). Nine pedons were described following FAO guidelines, and 64 samples were collected for analysis. The soils were well-drained, with predominant dark reddish brown and reddish brown horizons. Soil structure varied from weak fine granular to moderately medium angular and subangular blocky structures, while texture varied due to variations in sand, silt, and clay fractions. Soil acidity ranged from extremely acidic to slightly acidic. Organic matter, total nitrogen, available phosphorus, and exchangeable bases were generally low to very low. Potassium content ranged from very low to moderate, while exchangeable acidity, base saturation, and cation exchange capacity (CEC) varied from very low to high. The trend in chemical fertility was MS > US > LS for TA, US > MS > LS for TB, and LS > MS > US for TC soils. Based on the USDA soil classification, TA soils were identified as Typic Hapludults (US), Typic Kandiudults (MS), and Aquic Arenic Hapludults (LS). TB soils were classified as Grossarenic Kandiudualf (US) and Typic Kandiudults (MS and LS), while TC soils were categorized as Vertic Hapludults (US), Grossarenic Hapludults (MS), and Grossarenic Kandiudults (LS).
The Impact of Customer Retention on Organization Profitability in the FMCG Sector in Nigeria
Authors: O. O. Obafemi , O. B. Oyawa
Published: July 2024

In the competitive domain of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), retaining customers is essential for the overall organisational performance of an FMCG company. This research investigated the impact of customer retention on organisational profitability in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector in Nigeria. The study employed a cross-sectional survey approach, with data collected from 248 employees in 10 different FMCG companies in Oyo State, South West, Nigeria. The findings revealed a strong positive correlation (r=0.783) significant at p < 0.01 between customer retention and organisational profitability, highlighting customer retention as a key driver of sustained profitability. The study further explored specific components of customer retention, including personalised marketing, loyalty programs, quality products, and customer support, all of which showed strong positive associations with organisational profitability. Survey results indicated that customer satisfaction is a leading factor contributing to customer retention, emphasising the importance of understanding and meeting customer expectations. Based on these findings, recommendations are provided for FMCG companies to prioritise customer retention strategies, such as personalised marketing and quality customer support, to enhance organisational profitability and success in the Nigerian FMCG sector.
Pericardial effusion and impaired diastolic cardiac function as a result of a giant colonic diverticulum
Authors: Amandeep Singh ,   Department of Emergency Medicine, Highland Hospital, 1411 East 31st Street, Oakland, CA 94602, USA.
Published: July 2024

This case report describes a Giant Colonic Diverticulum (GCD) found in association with a significant pericardial effusion and impaired cardiac function. A 63-year-old man presented to the Emergency Department with bilateral leg edema, mild dyspnea, and diarrhea. An echocardiogram demonstrated a large pericardial effusion and abnormal diastolic cardiac function. Abdominal imaging studies identified a 29 cm x 18 cm x 13 cm gas filled structure in the left upper quadrant concerning for GCD causing significant compression of the left lung and heart. Following surgical resection, the pericardial effusion resolved, cardiac function normalized, and the patient’s leg swelling improved. This is the first case report to record an association between GCD and pericardial effusion with impaired diastolic cardiac function.
Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) in a two-year-old
Authors: Farkas Hal Steven ,   College of Osteopathic Medicine, Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA., Leschek Ellen Werber ,   National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, USA.
Published: July 2024

Streptococcal pharyngitis testing and treatment is not routinely recommended in children under the age of 3 because of the unlikely occurrence of infection and negligible risk of serious complications. However, streptococcal pharyngitis and its resulting complications are not uncommon in this age group and can have serious consequences. We report a case of Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal infections in a 2-year-old with streptococcal pharyngitis. Testing and treatment for streptococcal pharyngitis should be strongly considered when there is evidence of infection and/or an immune-mediated streptococcal complication to prevent and/or decrease the severity of short- and longterm complications.
Elbow bursitis, spondylodiscitis and meningitis due to streptococcus agalactiae: A case report
Authors: M Albuixech ,   Emergeny Department, Hospital of the Holy Cross and Saint Paul, Barcelona 08025, Spain., A Villarejo , M Serrano , MC Pérez Méndez , R Lazzari , M Puig-Campmany ,   Emergeny Department, Hospital of the Holy Cross and Saint Paul, Barcelona 08025, Spain.,   Emergeny Department, Hospital of the Holy Cross and Saint Paul, Barcelona 08025, Spain.,   Emergeny Department, Hospital of the Holy Cross and Saint Paul, Barcelona 08025, Spain.,   Emergeny Department, Hospital of the Holy Cross and Saint Paul, Barcelona 08025, Spain.,   Emergeny Department, Hospital of the Holy Cross and Saint Paul, Barcelona 08025, Spain.
Published: July 2024

We present the case of a woman who consulted the Emergency Department for lumbar pain for 15 days, with fever in the previous 72 hours and confusion on the day she consulted.
Rare case of pulmonary syphilis
Authors: Spalitto Dominic ,   Department of Internal Medicine, University of Kentucky, USA.
Published: July 2024

Syphilis is a well known bacterium that has a great response to antibiotic treatment. Even though it is well known it can present with a wide array of symptoms. If left untreated, Syphilis will progress through primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary stages. In Secondary Syphilis, the bacterium can become disseminated and could potentially affect any organ. In Tertiary Syphilis, the central nervous system could be affected. These issues could be very detrimental to the patient and could be debilitating. In the past 20 years there has been a slight increase in the numbers of Syphilis seen in the U.S. which could be due to increasing number of men who have sex with men and increasing HIV numbers. The case discussed below entails a young HIV positive female who fulfilled all the guideline recommendations for Pulmonary Syphilis and responded very well to treatment. Pulmonary Syphilis is rare but due to its potential to cause widespread damage, it needs to be taken into consideration whenever an immunocompromised or high-risk patient presents with positive serology, respiratory symptoms, and imaging evidence. Due to its good response to treatment, if detected early patients can be treated appropriately and effectively in a time efficient manner
Trick or teeth? A peculiar cause of deafness
Authors: Bartolomeu Francisca ,   Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Coimbra University Hospital Center, Portugal.
Published: July 2024

Abnormal development of specific first pharyngeal arch derivatives can result in ectopic teeth which can develop inside the middle ear causing hearing loss. This case is about an 11-year-old patient with hearing loss in the left ear caused by an ectopic tooth in the middle ear.
Cholera infection risk in a pregnant woman in Tanzania: A case report
Authors: Kiremeji Michael ,   Emergency Preparedness and Response Unit, Ministry of Health, P.O. Box Dodoma, Tanzani
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Cholera outbreak continues to threaten the lives of people of all age groups mainly in developing countries with segments of the population being more vulnerable notably pregnant women. Between 2014 and 2021, Africa accounted for 21% of Cholera cases and 80% of deaths reported globally.
Parent being a physician: Any influence upon job stress in young physicians
Authors: Ejaz Bushra ,   Department of Botany, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi  India.
Published: July 2024

Purpose: The purpose of this research is to inspect the whether being the child of a physician would be of importance for how young physicians experience job stress. Methodology: The data collected from the public Hospital in Lahore are used to test the relationship among turnover intention and job satisfaction, work stress and work-family conflict. The data collected in this study was analyzed by using SPSS. Findings: The results from this study shows Female physicians with a physician parent reported higher levels of job stress over the whole period compared with males with a physician parent. This gender difference did not occur within the group without a physician parent. Male young physicians showed a trend (not quite significant) to be less stressed than their peers without a physician parent. Women physicians were overrepresented in a group with persisting high stress level over the period.
Project Delay And Cost Overrun in Software Industry in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: The Powerful Role of GQM
Authors: Ahmad Abdullah N. Alghamdi
Published: July 2024

Background: Given the enormous impact that the software industry has on so many facets of our lives today, software projects are extremely important. Digital transformation is driven across industries by software developments. They facilitate the utilisation of technology by organisations to optimise operations, augment productivity, and provide inventive products and services. To be competitive and adjust to the quickly changing market dynamics of today's world, companies must undergo digital transformation by making full use of software projects.
Objectives: The main aim of the current study is to determine the main causes of project delay and cost overrun in software projects, identify the effects of project delay and cost overrun on software projects, and define the role of cost estimation models in overcoming project delays and cost overruns in these projects.
Results and conclusions:The researcher reviews the literature on causes behind delay and cost overrun and describes the role that can be played by cost estimation models in that process. In light of the reviewed literature, the researcher reaches certain recommendations for the software industry.