bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Adapting a 3D Printer as a Robot for Testing Electronic Control Units in Automotive Context
Authors: Schilberg Daniel , Letzel Alexander
Published: October 2023

As a result of a multitude of safety- and comfort-functions, most modern automobiles contain various electronic control units. The automobiles’ passengers can control several of those functions not only by activating mechanical switches, but also by using sensory control elements. Sensory control elements mostly use capacitive effects induced by contact to determine whether a function should be executed. Aforementioned contacts might be in the form of touches or slides. During the development of sensory control elements, it is desirable to test the devices as early and as often as possible to ensure a continual adaption of sensor calibration and evaluation. The significance of such tests is provided by repeating tests at equal positions with comparable velocities and applied forces. Therefore, robots are already used to perform such tests. The operational availability of the previously mentioned robots has been proven to be too short, which is why not all developers are provided with sufficient test capacities. To approach this problem, the development of a duplicatable robot system with respect to a constrained budget has been realized. Due to the high costs of complete robot systems, this thesis contains an experimental approach by remodeling a 3D printer. An adequate system has been developed by remodeling mechanical-, hardware- and firmware aspects of the original system. Furthermore, a user software has been programmed. Essential aspects of the remodeling include construction designs for mechanical changes, hardware- and firmware integration of a force sensor, implementing a force-dependent stop of movements and communication with the user software. Essential aspects for the user software include the design of a GUI as an interface between the user and the system, the automatic generation of coordinated movements and communications with the robot. Further development should include an improved validation of force measurements, a more accurate force-dependent stop, more accurate determination of reference points and the optimization of the built-in working area. Additionally, the current force sensor only measures forces in one axis. It is suggested to replace it with a three-axis sensor.
The impact of AI on business ecosystem development: pro and contra
Authors: Shvetsova Olga
Published: October 2023

Nowadays the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have significantly transformed various industries, including the business ecosystem (Agrawal, A., Gans, J., & Goldfarb, A., 2022). This study aims to examine the multifaceted impact of AI on business ecosystem development, considering both the positive and negative aspects mostly focused on developed countries.The positive effects of AI implementation on the business ecosystem are manifold. AI-powered technologies enhance productivity and efficiency, automate repetitive tasks, and optimize resource allocation(Floridi, L., 2019). Furthermore, AI algorithms enable businesses to gain valuable insights from large volumes of data, leading to improved decision-making processes and the identification of new market trends (Martin, R., & McCrae, D., 2020). However, along with the promising prospects, there are notable concerns surrounding the implementation of AI in the business ecosystem. Ethical issues, such as privacy infringement and data security, arise due to the vast amounts of sensitive information processed by AI systems. (Davenport, T. H., & Ronanki, R. (2018). Furthermore, the concentration of power in AI technologies within a few dominant players can lead to challenges related to market competition and access to AI-driven solutions.This study combines a comprehensive review of existing literature with case studies and expert interviews to provide a balanced assessment of the impact of AI on business ecosystem development. By analyzing real-world examples and industry cases, this research aims to shed light on the practical implications of AI implementation and identify strategies to mitigate potential risks and challenges.The findings of this study will contribute to the ongoing discussions surrounding the integration of AI technologies in the business ecosystem. The results will be of interest to policymakers, business leaders, and researchers, providing valuable insights into harnessing the potential benefits of AI while addressing the associated concerns.
From Engagement to Immersion: A Self-Determination Theory and Approach to Gamified Cultural Tourism
Authors: Huang Lusha , Wang Yuxiang
Published: October 2023

In a rapidly growing economy, contemporary tourists are increasingly drawn to unique cultural encounters; this highlights the significance of innovative approaches in promoting cultural tourism. This paper, which relies on self-determination theory, adopts a mixedmethods approach, amalgamating text mining with quantitative and qualitative methodologies, to dissect the interplay of gamification in enhancing engagement within immersive cultural tourism, with a concentrated lens on the “Wizarding World of Harry Potter”. Immersive experiences, intricately crafted from profound narratives, engender deep-seated connections between participants and the embedded tales. Concurrently, the strategic deployment of gamification, while leveraging game mechanics, acts as a potent catalyst in bolstering engagement levels, serving as a conduit to heightened immersion. Rooted in motivational psychology, the tenets of self-determination theory emerge as indispensable when applied to game mechanics, fostering a richer, more holistic engagement and experience.This harmonious confluence of immersive narratives, gamification techniques, and self-determination principles not only augments engagement but, as underscored in this study, propels it toward deeper immersion, satisfying the intricate psychological cravings of tourists. This research provides an illustrative case study that contributes to the ongoing academic and industry discourse through a detailed analysis of selected immersive cultural tourism exemplars. In doing so, the paper paves the way for a more synchronized trajectory in cultural tourism, emphasizing the transition "From Engagement to Immersion" and underscoring the pivotal role of self-determination theory in gamified cultural tourism endeavours.
The Implementation Challenges of Immersive Technologies in Transportation Simulation
Authors: Ziakkas Dimitrios , Flores Abner , Plioutsias Anastasios
Published: October 2023

Innovation, effective management of change, and integrating human factor elements into flight operations control distinguishing features of the aviation sector. Immersive technologies (Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality – Digital Twins technology) can be used in aviation training programs to provide an immersive and interactive learning experience for all aviation professionals. Adapting an aviation immersive technology environment in transportation simulation can allow the implementation of new training approaches in a safe and controlled environment without the risk of actual flight or equipment damage. Digital twins are used to create realistic flight simulations, allowing aviation ecosystem actors to practice their skills in various scenarios and conditions. This helps to improve safety and prepare aviation experts for unexpected events during actual flight. Another use for Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality Simulation in aviation training programs is maintenance training. Moreover, Digital Twins can simulate maintenance procedures on aircraft and aviation systems, allowing SMEs to enhance their knowledge and practice their skills in a safe, cost-effective, and controlled environment. Purdue University School of Aviation and Transportation Technology (SATT) Ecosystems' Artificial Intelligence (AI) research roadmap aims to introduce digital twins in aviation training programs to simulate flight-airport operations and air traffic scenarios. Moreover, Purdue's Artificial Intelligence approach for Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality Simulation / Digital Twins focuses on the potential to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of aviation training programs (CBTA globally) by providing a more realistic and immersive learning experience {lean process for training/certification, transition to AI – Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) environment}. Furthermore, this research focuses on implementing challenges and mitigating residual risk in the 'AI black box.' Results were analyzed and evaluated the Artificial Intelligence certification and learning assurance challenges under the Augmented, Virtual, and Mixed Reality Simulation – Digital Twins aspects.
Developing Multimodal Food Augmentation Techniques to Enhance Satiety
Authors: Farooq Ahmed , Rantala Jussi , Sand Antti , Nayak Mohit , Quintero Natalia , Lappi Jenni , Sözer Nesli , Raisamo Roope
Published: October 2023

In the contemporary food landscape, where easily accessible and appetizing food options prevail, the issue of overconsumption and its contribution to global obesity concerns remains a critical societal and research challenge. While it is well-established that sensory appeal plays a key role in motivating eating behaviour, recent studies have underscored the direct impact of sensory properties on food consumption, mediated by internal signals like hunger and satiety. Among the various sensory factors influencing eating behaviour, two phenomena have garnered significant scientific interest: sensory-specific satiety (SSS) and sensory-specific appetite (SSA). In this research we aim to explore if augmenting food products through visual, olfactory, and haptic feedback can change eating behaviour and affect SSA or SSS. To further expand our understanding of these phenomena, this study employs a novel system utilizing multimodal augmentation of plant and meat-based products consumed in a controlled environment.
VR fractal healing design based on self-similarity theory
Authors: Wang Jianmin , Chen Huiyan , Cui Wei , Wang Yuchen , Kong Haijie , Zheng Guifeng
Published: October 2023

Through combing the research on self-similarity in Chinese and foreign philosophical thought and combining the perspective of cognitive psychology, this paper explores the connection between self-similarity and the effect of human attention restoration and stress reduction, and puts forward the hypothesis that fractal design in the VR environment has the ability to help people to restore their attention and reduce their stress, and verifies the hypothesis through experiments. The experimental results show the significant effect of healing of cohesive fractal design based on self-similarity theory, and the design strategy of self-similarity VR fractal is summarised.
Degradation in dynamic visual perception with waveguide-based augmented reality displays
Authors: Flowers Adrian , Wollocko Arthur , Kingsley Caroline , Thiry Elizabeth , Jenkins Michael
Published: October 2023

We investigated the degradation in visual perception that can occur using augmented reality displays to interact with and interpret real-world reading and spatial response tasks.Background: Stereoscopic augmented reality displays can degrade a user’s visual perception. To distinguish the components of this degradation that result from hardware and software differences, an analysis of this visual degradation for contemporary augmented reality displays is necessary.Method: Participants performed real-world (i.e., not projected in augmented reality) eyechart tests of visual acuity and contrast sensitivity to characterize the degradation of static visual perception caused by each headset in the study (Microsoft HoloLens, Magic Leap One, and DAQRI Smart Glasses), and took a measure of useful field of view to characterize any potential degradation in spatial awareness.Results: From our analysis of user performance, we observed that unlike the headsets previously used for this type of characterization, the majority of contemporary augmented reality displays do not significantly degrade visual perception. However, we did observe slight decreases in visual performance introduced by the Magic Leap One.Conclusions: We defined a methodology to employ real-world measures of visual perception to rapidly characterize degradation of visual perception in augmented reality.Applications: This analysis can inform headset selection and visual stimulus design strategies based on operational requirements and inform future headset development efforts.
Nove paradigme poučavanja u hrvatskom obrazovnom sustavu
Authors: Golovrški Natalija , Trupinić Đurđa , Lukačević Verica
Published: October 2023

Although the Croatian education system follows global educational trends, the official change in teaching paradigms is intensified with the introduction of new national curricula. This change brought the application of new teaching strategies and methods. Teaching is directed towards the student, and the teacher is the leader, advisor and collaborator of the student in monitoring progress. Such an approach implies the cognitive and physical involvement of students in activities that require regular self-evaluation of learning and what has been learned, solving problems, drawing conclusions and expressing opinions. The approach leads to a comprehensive view of the world connected with the achievement of educational outcomes. With a practical example, we will show the connected realization of the outcomes of three subjects: Croatian language, Mathematics and Nature and society. We will present the structure of teaching in all phases: from shaping the outcome of the teaching activity, planning evaluation, choosing content and methods to the realization of the teaching activity and reflection. This way of teaching moves away from the content, and emphasizes learning with understanding, critical thinking and learning for life.
Elégedett pedagógus : Elégedett tanuló: nyelvtanári jóllét a közelmúlt kutatásai tükrében
Authors: Szőcs Krisztina
Published: October 2023

Teacher well-being is a fundamental resource that determines the effectiveness of the teacher, promotes personal fulfilment and creative thinking. The well-being of the teacher is particularly important, as the teacher is able to influence the mood and emotional well-being of the pupils. The study provides insight into the theoretical background of language teacher well-being through recent research findings, presenting a holistic view on the relationship between the professional and personal lives of the teacher, bearing in mind the critical role of the context of foreign language teaching and the individual stressors that educators face at different stages of their careers.
Szülői attitűdök vizsgálata a korai idegennyelv-tanulásra és az óvodai játékos idegen nyelvi foglalkozásra vonatkozóan
Authors: Nemes Magdolna , Antal Viktória
Published: October 2023

Nowadays it is inevitable to speak foreign languages especially English as it is a lingua franca in Europe and all over the world. Whether it is a good idea to start learning English at an early age, has been under a constant debate. Previous research indicates that playful learning is the most important for a preschoolaged child in every field. Research has shown that several factors may lead to succesful language learning such as age, methods as well as the quality and quantity of the L2 input. There is an increasing evidence on the importance of the first years of life from the perspective of effective language learning. This study advances our understanding of parents’ attitude, expectations and opinion concerning Early English. We carried out our research in an institution in Debrecen in 2020. Using a sample of 65 children (N=65), we collected data from two sources: questionnaires filled in by parents whose children take part in English activities in the kindergarten and questionnaires filled in by parents whose children don’t take part in them. As predicted, the parents believe the point of Early English activities is to provide them a positive experience during the activities, enjoy them and feel free to say at least words int he target languae. Contrary to our expectations, parents involved in our research do not find it necessary to use ICT tools in English activities in preschools. Our study confirmed that there is a need for English activities in Hungarian preschools. The findings address a controversial belief among parents in terms of the ideal age to start learning a second language. The findings support the prediction that playfulness and intercultural competence are important for parents. We conclude that ECEC professionals need to find balance between using ICT tools and traditional props and tools in the second language activities.
Mit tudnak a „nyunyókák”? Az átmeneti tárgyak jelentősége a kisgyermekek életében
Authors: Bakos-Karászi Alexandra , Hegedűs Roland
Published: October 2023

Die Übergangsobjekte haben im Leben der Kleinkinder große Bedeutung, trotzdem wissen wir anhand der Fachliteratur nur wenig über die Rolle dieses Objekts in der Kleinkindheit. Aber das Übergangsobjekt gibt Sicherheit dem Kleinkind, und man kann das ausnutzend die Adaptation in der Kinderkrippe fördern. In unserer Untersuchung haben wir Eltern, beziehungsweise Erzieherinnen in Kinderkrippen mit Fragebogenmethode über den Übergangsobjekte befragt: wann, in welchen Situationen helfen diese Objekte den Kleinkindern nach ihren Erfahrungen. Nach unseren Ergebnissen kann man sagen, dass die Übergangsobjekte – anhand der befragten Erzieherinnen – ausgesetzte Bedeutung bei der Kinderkrippenaufnahme, beziehungsweise beim Einschlafen haben. Fast alle Kinder der Antwort gegebenen Eltern haben ein Übergangsobjekt mit eigenem Namen. In den meisten Fällen kommt irgendein weiches Objekt kommt, und nach der Meinung der Eltern, es hat die größte Rolle beim Einschlafen im Leben ihres Kindes.
Anthropogenic Effects on Surface Water Quality Assessment in Baitarani River Basin, Odisha Using GIS and MCDM Techniques
Authors: Das Abhijeet
Published: October 2023

Surface water is necessary for the sustainable expansion of society, economy, and agriculture in and around Baitarani Basin, Odisha. 22 significant surface water regulating variables were collected from 13 locations during the 5-year (2018-2023) monsoon period and were, developed by combining entropy-based water quality index (EWQI) data and TOPSIS analysis was carried out to determine surface water prospect zones. The selected catchments and its spatial maps were designated and the anticipated surface water zone model's results were divided into four groups: excellent (15.38%), good (38.46%), medium (15.3%) and poor (30.77%). However, TOPSIS, a multi-objective judgement tool, was used to rank the sites based on their relative emissions of harmful pollutants. Findings suggest that St-8 obtained the highest performance score and was recognized, as perhaps, the most polluted location in comparison to other remaining sites. Urbanization, irrigation, landfills, and e-waste are the primary agents for water quality deterioration. Chemical indices such as SAR, RSC, MH, KI, PS, PI, CR, CAI-1, and CAI-2, were evaluated and the results demonstrated that the river is good for irrigation. USSL diagrams categorized the water samples as C1-S1 and C2-S1, respectively, which promotes irrigation suitability. From the Piper and Durov diagram plots, two different types of water were identified as Na+-Cl- and Ca (HCO3)2. On the other hand, Gibb’s plot implies that most samples fall under the evaporation-precipitation dominance.
Understanding Death Punishment: Historical Perspective, Justification, and Critical Analysis
Authors: Untoro Utami Yustihasana , Chrisbiantoro Chrisbiantoro , Yusuf Hudi
Published: October 2023

Debatable of the death penalty based on the issues of justice, humanity, and the prevention of the possibility of crime. The reasons for the rejection of the death penalty are not justified in the view of life as well as humanitarian factors and the imposition of capital punishment will not be capable of preventing crime and reducing crime rates. But for those who agree with the imposition of capital punishment because of the sense of justice and peace that is in the community. The portrait is just a glance at the issues that colored the discourse on the pros and cons of the existence of capital punishment. The retentionist and the abolitionist against the death penalty have an argument based on his theoretical framework and norms. Indonesia as one of the countries with the European Continental legal system still applies the death penalty in the punishment system besides Saudi Arabia with qhisash which is applied in the Islamic Law system. Both countries have a legal standing built on the meta norms, their theories, and philosophies each, of course, has its urgency to be discussed in the middle of countries that condemn the existence of capital punishment. Here's an article that analyzes comparative relations to the applications of the death penalty in both countries that embrace different legal systems, this comparative study will contribute thoughts on the reforms of criminal law in Indonesia.
Cephalometric changes associated with MAD therapy
Authors: Galic Tea , Poklepovic Pericic Tina , Galic Ivan , Dogas Zoran , Mihanović Frane
Published: October 2023

Study objectives: The main objectives of this study were to assess the effect of mandibular advancement device (MAD) therapy on the upper airway morphology, as well as the occurence of dental and skeletal side effects following 1-year MAD therapy in patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Methods: In this study we included 15 patients with mild to moderate OSA treated with MAD therapy. All subjects underwent sleep study and lateral cephalometric radiography at baseline and at 1-year follow-up. Lateral cephalograms were analyzed with respect to relevant variables. Results: MAD therapy reduced apnea-hypopnea index (AHI) from 22.9±5.9 to 9.7±4.5 events/h (P<0.001) after 1-year of therapy. Oral area enclosure (3697.0±372.4 vs. 3381.5±336.4 mm2, P<0.001), superior airway space width (8.9±2.0 vs. 10.0±2.0 mm2, P=0.039), soft palate width (10.9±1.0 vs. 9.8±1.4, P=0.005) and length (45.4±3.8 vs. 43.9±4.2 mm, P=0.033) were significantly larger with the MAD intra-orally. Additionally, the tongue length decreased (84.1±5.3 vs. 80.7±5.9 mm, P=0.002), while the tongue height increased significantly (27.0±2.4 vs. 29.9±2.5 mm, P=0.003) with the MAD intra-orally. There were no significant changes in skeletal and dental cephalometric variables after 1 year of MAD therapy. Conclusions: Our results show significant enlargement of the upper airway dimensions with the MAD intra-orally in patients with mild to moderate OSA. Although there were no significant changes in skeletal and dental cephalometric variables after 1 year of MAD therapy, close follow-up during MAD therapy is advisable to prevent potentially relevant occlusal changes.
The future of motion artefacts correction in MRI
Authors: Bobinec Dubravko , Dolić Krešimir
Published: October 2023

Motion during the MR examination affects the degradation of the image in the form of „ghosting“ or blurring and is one of the last major unresolved issues. The patient’s movements can be of different scope, directions and orientation, making it difficult to find a solution from the early days of MR (Magnetic Resonance) development. Today, there are three main strategies for combating motion artefacts: motion prevention, motion reduction and motion correction. Due to the lack of possibilities and exhausted ideas, most work is being done on the development of motion correction using MR navigators or prospective and retrospective methods. Of the future techniques, the most promising are SMS (Simultaneous Multi-Slice) sequences and CS (Compres­sed Sensing) due to the resistance to movement and shorter recording time compared to conventional sequences. There is currently no general solution for the artefact of motion, but the problem is approached according to a specific case by choosing the method with the least shortcomings and taking into account the type of movement and the sequence of selection. More research is needed in clinical settings given the complexity and diversity of the problem with the involvement of a multidisciplinary team.
Research on the Promotion of EAP Teachers' Information Literacy under TPACK Framework in the Era of Digital Intelligence
Authors: Chen Yu
Published: October 2023

Foreign language education is steadily transitioning into the digital teaching era, driven by advancements in digital information technology and artificial intelligence. The integration of digitalization technology into English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction imposes increasingly demanding prerequisites on EAP educators' information literacy within the pedagogical landscape. Employing the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework, this paper conducts a comprehensive examination of the knowledge components and distinctive attributes of EAP instructors in the age of digital intelligence. Through an in-depth assessment of the information literacy of EAP educators at a science and technology university, this study unveils a spectrum of challenges pertinent to information literacy in the domain of academic English instruction. Subsequently, the paper offers a set of recommendations for enhancing the information literacy competencies of academic English instructors, with the overarching objective of shedding light on the professional development of EAP educators.
Crystal Growth and Structure of NiC4H4O6·2.5H2O
Authors: Fukami Takanori , Tahara Shuta
Published: October 2023

Single crystals of nickel tartrate hemi-pentahydrate, NiC4H4O6·2.5H2O, were grown by the gel method using silica gels. The crystal structure was determined by the single-crystal X-ray diffraction method. Its structure was orthorhombic with space group P212121 and lattice constants a = 7.8578(3) Å, b = 11.0988(5) Å, and c = 18.0529(8) Å, and consisted of slightly distorted NiO6 octahedra, C4H4O6 and H2O molecules, C4H4O6–Ni–C4H4O6 chains containing H2O molecules, and O–H···O hydrogen-bonded frameworks between adjacent molecules. The C4H4O6 molecules contained both single and double C–O bonds, and single C–C bonds, similar to other tartrate compounds. We discussed the differences in the chemical formulae and structures of tartrate compounds induced by different cations of the first transition metal series.
An Evaluation of Stress and Burnout in Education and Its Impact on Job Performance and Work Life Quality
Authors: Karnia Richard
Published: October 2023

Stress and burnout in education is the result of a teacher experiencing unpleasant, negative emotions—such as anger, anxiety, tension, frustration, or depression—that have an impact on their job performance (Carroll et al., 2021). Job performance is identified as the actions or behaviors that are relevant to an organization’s goal and is measured by each individual’s proficiency (Conte & Landy, 2019). Campbell identified multiple factors that contribute to job performance that are declarative knowledge, procedural knowledge, and motivation (Conte & Landy, 2019). Variables can impact and have a direct impact on one’s performance if one of the factors are changed (Conte & Landy, 2019).

One of the biggest factors of job performance is burnout and stress and its impact on a teacher’s motivation. Burnout is described as prolonged or chronic job stress that happens over time and is consistent and repeated (Hills, 2019). Burnout is marked by exhaustion; feeling emotionally drained; cynicism/less identification with the job; alienation; and feelings of reduced professional ability. This reduced capacity means that some people do not see any value to what they are doing or contributing (Hills, 2019). What happens to an individual who becomes burned out is that there is the extinction of motivation or incentive to a cause (i.e., the organization) (Hills, 2019). When looking at reasons for burnout/demotivating conditions, several areas of concern are highlighted that include a lack of control, lack of resources, unclear or impossible job expectations, dysfunctional workplace, a mismatch in workplace values, poor job fit, and work–life imbalance (Hills, 2019).
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Journal of Food Research, Vol. 12 No. 4
Authors: Dong Bella
Published: October 2023

Journal of Food Research wishes to acknowledge the following individuals for their assistance with peer review of manuscripts for this issue. Their help and contributions in maintaining the quality of the journal are greatly appreciated.

Journal of Food Research is recruiting reviewers for the journal. If you are interested in becoming a reviewer, we welcome you to join us. Please contact us for the application form at: jfr@ccsenet.org

Reviewers for Volume 12, Number 4

Diego A. Moreno-Fernández, CEBAS-CSIC, Spain

Fatemeh Zare, North Dakota State University, USA

Greta Faccio, Independent Scientist, St. Gallen, Switzerland

Juliano De Dea Lindner, Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC), Brazil

Meena Somanchi, United States Department of Agriculture, United States

Mehana E. E. Hamouda, Alexandria University, Egypt

Qinlu Lin, Central South University of Forestry and Technology, China

Sani Jirasatid, Burapha University, Thailand

Tooba Mehfooz, Iqra University, Pakistan

Xingjun Li, Academy of the National Food and Strategic Reserves Administration, China
Decoding Emotions: Harnessing the Power of Python for Sentiment Analysis in Social Media
Authors: RIZVI Mohammed
Published: October 2023

Social media usage is increasing tremendously, and it has become a necessity. A person needs to be able to use social media in order to compete in this ever-developing world of technology’s large number of people use social media, some for-entertainment purposes for educational purposes, Some for political, and others for economic purposes. To accommodate this tremendous amount of information that is being disseminated in social media to reflect the views of all these individuals. And all those views (information) have different sentiments echoed in them. To gain some data from the list of information, we need to analyze the feelings of the posts on social media. Sentiment analysis is a powerful tool that utilizes machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) to detect the sentiment - whether it be positive, negative, or neutral - in text. Two primary methods for conducting sentiment analysis are rule-based and automated. Convolutional neural networks (CNNs) and deep learning have been found successful in uncovering meaningful sentiments from texts, allowing for accurate classification of views expressed through written data. By breaking down each step thoughtfully with new ideas, active sentences instead of passive ones, stronger verbs for increased intensity, and synonyms to replace words that could be better used elsewhere, this makes up a successful rewrite of the original text.
EFL Teachers’ Perceptions of Implementing Higher-Order Thinking Skills During English Online Learning
Authors: Mohammad Faisal Umam  , Dyah Mukaromah  , Sayit Abdul Karim  , Erni Cahya Utami
Published: October 2023

This present study aims to explore the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers’ perceptions of implementing the Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) and their strategies in their English online learning and teaching during the COVID-19 outbreak. A qualitative descriptive design was applied for the present study. Five EFL teachers (1 male and 4 females) from SMKN 1 Seyegan, Yogyakarta were involved in the data gathering process. The data were obtained from a semi-structured interview conducted face to face, and the data were analyzed descriptively. The findings of the present study revealed that teachers' perceptions of implementing HOTS in English online learning and teaching during the COVID-19 outbreak were varied among them. Furthermore, three respondents: Mr. S, Mrs. ECU, and Mrs. IL found it hard to fully implement HOTS in their online learning and teaching due to several factors such as students' low level of English knowledge, the nature of the topic delivered, and digital literacy. The findings also revealed that there are four strategies applied by the EFL teachers in conducting HOTS during their English online learning, they are through the activities of 1) reading a text; 2) watching videos; 3) creating the learning products, and 4) stimulating questions.
The Meaning of Visual Elements of Hotel Advertisements on New Normal Era
Authors: Ni Wayan Kasni  , I Wayan Budiarta
Published: October 2023

The situation of Covid-19 Pandemic which happened in the world have brought a very big impact to the life of the people. This also brought a big impact of tourism in Bali in which the life of people in Bali depends on the tourism a lot. Therefore, some big hotels try to find to various strategies to fasten the recovery of tourism in Bali. Some of them are promoting their hotels which guarantee that the guests are safe when they are staying in the hotels. Besides, they also create innovative package advertisements to attract the guests.  This makes me interested in making the research on The Meaning of Visual Elements of Hotel Advertisements on New Normal Era. This research is focused on two problems, namely (1) what visual elements are used on the hotel advertisements and (2) what are their meanings.  The data were taken from some of the hotels around Sanur and analysed by using semiotic theory. The results of the analysis revealed that the visual elements used are pictures of food, drinks, and some other objects related with the application of health protocol such as, mask, wash basin, soap, hand sanitizer, disinfectant, temperature gun, face shield, and the like. All them convey affected meaning in this case to influence the readers to buy the products or to come and stay in the hotels promoted.
The Analysis Assertive Speech Acts in the Book of Genesis in Indonesian Translation of the Bible
Authors: Renata Margareth Libriananda Tobing  , Nani Darmayanti  , Fahmy Lukman
Published: October 2023

The Bible is one of the religious discourses that contains forms of speech acts. One type of speech act which dominates in the Bible is assertive speech act. It is supported by the statements contained in the Bible are dogmatic and filled with a proportion of validity that is believed to be true. One of the scriptures in the Bible is The Book of Genesis. Genesis is the first chapter of the Bible and begins with the story of the creation of the heavens, the earth, and everything in it. Genesis is very important in the history of biblical periodization. Genesis contains a variety of types and forms of assertive speech acts. This research is a qualitative-descriptive study. The data were collected using the read and write technique, then classified and analyzed using the pragmatic equivalent method. Then, the data are presented with descriptive procedure. This research reviewed 20 data of assertive speech acts in the Genesis with details: assertive speech acts-acknowledging amounted to 2 data, assertive speech acts-demanding amounted to 5 data, assertive speech acts-declaring amounted to 6 data, assertive speech acts-giving testimony amounted to 3 data, assertive speech acts announcing amounted to 2 data, and assertive speech acts-reporting amounted to 2 data. Based on the form, assertive speech acts in the book of Genesis are detailed into 15 forms of direct speech acts and 5 forms of indirect speech acts.
The Function of Old Manuscript Reading and Its Preservation in the Sasak Community of West Sakra District
Authors: Lalu Kusnendar Atmanegara  , Aswandikari  , Saharudin
Published: October 2023

This research aims to determine the functions and methods of preserving old manuscripts in the Sasak community in the west Sakra district. This research is motivated by the existence of manuscripts that have a function in the culture of the Sasak community in the West Sakra sub-district and proves whether the use of certain manuscripts is limited to community suggestions or whether there are other purposes. Data collection was carried out by observation and interviews with an emic approach and analyzed using functional theory. From the results of the study, it can be concluded that the Jatiswara script serves as a ‘circumcision’ diving ritual for boys because diving is an Islamic process as described in the Jatiswara text, namely the mulene game slam ‘a person’s Islam is not perfect if it has not been circumcised. The Indarjaya script serves as a remedy for people who are ‘unable to speak’. It is depicted in the story of the daughter who could not speak, namely the princess nengke kayun ngandike ‘the princess wants to talk’. While the Selandir script serves as a ritual remedy for kepaq people ‘cannot walk’. It was described in Selandir’s text that reads still lemper bise lumaris ‘still unable to walk. Meanwhile, the manuscript preservation process is carried out in two ways, namely internal and external. Internally, preservation is carried out by direct inheritance and copying of manuscripts. Meanwhile, external preservation is carried out by establishing customary institutions, puppetry, digitization, translation, and transformation of manuscripts.
Sistema de actividades para el desarrollo de la motricidad fina en niños de 3 años.
Authors: Miranda-Fienco Roxi Mercedes , Samada-Grasst Yanet
Published: October 2023

Resumen

El desarrollo y aplicación de un sistema de actividades implica un factor importante al momento de fortalecer el nivel de adquisición y destreza de la motricidad fina desde las primeras edades, ya que mediante esta se coordinan y organizan diversas actividades que se pueden aplicar para contribuir en la adquisición de las habilidades y destrezas motrices.  En el presente estudio se planteó como objetivo el diseñar un sistema de actividades para el desarrollo de la motricidad fina en niños de 3 años de la escuela de Educación Básica “Dr. Edmundo Carbo. Para ellos se realizó una investigación bajo un enfoque mixto cuali-cuantitativo de tipo descriptiva, además se trabajó con los métodos teóricos como el inductivo – deductivo, el análisis-síntesis, y dentro de los empíricos la encuesta a docentes y la ficha de observación a los niños participantes de la muestra. Se determinó entre los resultados principales que los docentes no aplican un sistema de actividades adecuados para el desarrollo de la motricidad fina a pesar de conocer su importancia y por ende esto hace que los niños mantengan en iniciadas las mayorías de sus destrezas. Se infiere en la necesidad extrema de aplicar actividades lúdicas innovadoras que aporten de manera significativa en las habilidades y destrezas motrices de los niños; preparándolos para el desarrollo de la escritura.
Online Assessment in the Classroom
Authors: Wachenheim Cheryl
Published: October 2023

The COVID pandemic brought the sudden introduction of remote online assessments to courses designed for traditional in-person offerings. Instructors learned new techniques for developing and implementing online assessments and became proficient in their offerings. Students quickly grew accustomed to completing assessments online.

As I returned to the classroom, I retained my use of online assessments and combined them with in-person proctoring. I have continued this rather simple technique to reduce paper usage and decrease exam management and grading efforts. My in-person students in all my classes continue to take their exams online, but they do so on their own computers in the classroom. Another unexpected benefit from this practices is that, when allowed responses and points allocation are reconsidered after students have completed the exam, the change across all students can be accomplished with a single change in an online exam. I suspect the practice of online exams proctored in the classroom has been adopted by others, and offer it as an efficiency for others.
Gender equality at school: A study with high school institutions in the federal network
Authors: Silva Joselia Rita da , Salles Rafael Soares
Published: October 2023

The objective of this work is to understand how the topic of gender equality has been addressed by teachers from the Federal Network of Professional, Scientific and Technological Education, within the scope of secondary education. To achieve this objective, research was carried out through the application of online questionnaires, containing multiple choice and open questions, analyzed using quantitative (numerical systematization) and qualitative (content analysis) techniques. The results, although partial, point to an advancement in the approach to gender issues in the Federal Network, with emphasis on the performance of NUGEDIS and the existence of considerable awareness and awareness among teachers about the importance of the topic being addressed in education. It also highlights gaps in the initial and continuing training of teachers to address diversity and gender equality. It is concluded that, despite the advances achieved and the numerous challenges faced, the school has a duty to act to promote social transformation, educating for equality in diversity.
Modelo de agenda ao estabelecer prioridades de investigação: Participação de diferentes stakeholders em pesquisas médicas
Authors: Santos Delba Fonseca
Published: October 2023

As agendas de pesquisas em saúde são determinadas por pesquisadores, a academia e financiadores. Em uma perspectiva para o século 21 é importante a implementação para às necessidades reais da população. Este trabalho se propõe agendas que se balizem em quatro aspectos relevantes: a) Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável com vistas à One Helath; b) Gestão eficiente se torna imprescindível à incorporação de tecnologia no setor da saúde; c) Frameworks de sistemas de pesquisas em saúde para a produção de evidências ao nível local e global que auxilie na tomada de decisão; d) Registrar e quantificar a voz de pacientes durante o processo de pesquisa clínica como experiência única de prestação do cuidado. Desta forma, as pesquisas irão contribuir de forma eficiente para reduzir as lacunas de evidências por meio da participação ativa de pacientes, cidadãos, prestadores de cuidados, profissionais de saúde e outros stakeholders. E será possível estabelecer a implementação de novas prioridades de pesquisas, investimentos financeiros e de recursos humanos nacionais, regionais e globais.
Cenário do Mormo e Anemia Infecciosa Equina no Brasil: Revisão de literatura
Authors: Ribeiro Fabiana Souza , Acurcio Talitha Oliveira de Rezende , Acurcio Leonardo Borges
Published: October 2023

O Mormo e a Anemia Infecciosa Equina (AIE) são doenças que acometem os equídeos, como cavalos, jumentos, burros e muares. Estão na lista das doenças de notificação obrigatória da Organização Mundial de Sanidade Animal (OMSA). Em casos de exames apresentando resultado positivo, o laboratório tem que encaminhar imediatamente e exclusivamente ao órgão de defesa sanitária animal para as providências legais. Normalmente é feito o sacrifício desses animais, exceto no Pantanal, que tem alta prevalência de AIE, e por este motivo não é obrigatório o sacrifício dos animais. O Mormo, além de tudo, pode atingir também os humanos, sendo assim, considerada uma zoonose e por isso, é importante a realização de exames nos animais e da conscientização dos produtores rurais. Para a revisão de literatura em questão, 14 artigos foram selecionados visando abordar a temática, de forma atual, ou seja, contemplando a última década. Observou-se que os eventos equestres são pontos importantes no contexto de ambas as doenças, tendo em vista que estão relacionados com o aumento do diagnóstico, logo, da percepção dos animais positivos, assim como estão envolvidos com a maior transmissão da doença, considerando-se que muitas vezes a participação não está atrelada ao exame negativo, ou seja, de forma irregular.
Os benefícios da aplicação de um programa estruturado de mindfulness em uma turma de crianças da fundação américo de viveiros
Authors: Alves Mariana Pace , Sato Giselle Natsu , Silva Maira Fernandes Ribas de Melo e , Teixeira Danielle Marques Anchieta
Published: October 2023

Mindfulness envolve a habilidade de prestar atenção de maneira intencional e sem julgamento no momento presente. Estudos mostram que atividades de mindfulness resultam na melhora da atenção, da memória, da concentração e do bem estar.
Dentin hypersensitivity and laser therapy
Authors: Alves Keila de Souza , Moraes Daniela Abreu de
Published: October 2023

Dentin hypersensitivity is considered an acute pain of short duration, resulting from the exposure of open dentinal tubules to the oral environment in response to mechanical, thermal, chemical and osmotic stimuli. Among the various treatments available, hypersensitivity can be treated with specific dentifrices, fluoride, desensitizers, adhesive systems and also through laser therapy. Laser therapy has been increasingly used for therapeutic purposes in dentistry, with properties such as photobiostimulation, photobiomodulation, analgesia and anti-inflammatory action. The objective of this work was to demonstrate, through a literature review, the scientific basis and clinical studies that support the use of lasers for the treatment of cervical dentin hypersensitivity. For its elaboration, articles were selected in the databases: PubMed, Virtual Health Library (Medline/LILACS/BBO), Science Direct, applying the following search descriptors in Portuguese “hypersensitivity”, “lasertherapy”, “dentinal tubules”, “ pain”, “non-carious cervical lesions”, in English “Dentin hypersensitivity”, “Non-carious cervical lesion” and “laser”. Based on the reading of titles and abstracts, and considering the following inclusion criteria: literature review articles, systematic review, randomized clinical trials and laboratory studies reporting on the use of laser published in the period from 2015 to 2021. The excluded works were unavailable articles in full, monographs, studies with incomplete methodology, dissertation and thesis.
Machine learning model evaluation on healthcare applications: A Review
Authors: Souza Cezar Miranda Paula de , Barreto Cephas Alves da Silveira , Macedo Lhayana Vieira de , Brito Bruna Alice Oliveira de , Targino Victor Vieira , Betcel Emanuel Costa , Almeida Fernando Gomes de , Rodrigues Arthur Andrade Galvíncio , Malaquias Ramon Santos , Barroca Filho Itamir de Morais
Published: October 2023

Machine Learning (ML) models have been applied to solve problems in various fields, which necessarily involves proper evaluation of models to ensure performance. Once deployed, ML models are subject to performance issues, such as those related to changes in data (drift). This type of issue has prompted efforts in model analysis and maintenance, as well as in continual learning, which seeks the ability to continuously learn from a (continuous) stream of data. Therefore, it's important to understand and develop methodologies that can be used to evaluate ML models, making their use in real-world environments feasible. Amongst current areas of application for ML, one that stands out, in particular, is Machine Learning for Healthcare, especially in conjunction with Software for Decision Support of Medical Applications, which presents specific challenges for the evaluation and monitoring of models, particularly given that incorrect prediction or classification can lead to life-threatening situations. This paper presents a systematic literature review that aims at identifying state-of-the-art techniques for evaluating and maintaining ML models for healthcare in effective use in the real world.