bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
International Textbooks Analysis Used for EFL Students: A Critical Content Analysis of Multicultural from Kachruâ€™s Models
Authors: Lestariyana Reni Puspitasari Dwi , Nurkamto Joko
Published: April 2022

This study examines the multicultural contents in two international textbooks entitled New Interchange Fifth Edition used in Indonesia for English foreign language (EFL) students to underlying the multicultural values. Applying Kachru and Nelsonâ€™s model of English and their categorization into Inner, Outer and Expanding circles. This study also implemented both quantitative and qualitative analysis. The quantitative analysis refers to the quantitative data and to what extent multicultural values of race/ethnicity, gender/sexuality, social class, and people with are represented. The result showed that the representation of culture from three circles countries were unbalanced and stereotypical. The percentage shows from materials representation of inner, outer and expanding circles were 74,1 %, 23,3 % and 2,6% respectively. There were highly dominated inner circle culture even though these textbooks are used in expanding circles (e.g., Indonesia). Anchored from the research finding, it suggest that both textbook writers and designers should emphasized on balance multicultural values in international textbook materials particularly in expanding circle country (e.g. Indonesia) in order to help students recognize the cultural diversity.
Explore Teachers' Skills in Developing Lesson Plan and Assessment That Oriented on Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS)
Authors: Suwarma Irma Rahma , Apriyani Sera
Published: April 2022

In 2018, the Indonesian Ministry of Education issued a new policy related to the development of learning oriented towards a Higher Order Thinking Skill (HOTS) approach at the primary and secondary school levels. This learning development is expected to be able to improve the achievement of Indonesian students in international competitions such as PISA and TIMSS. This program was developed following the policy direction of the Ministry of Education and Culture which in 2018 has integrated Strengthening Character Education and learning oriented to â€˜HOTSâ€™. Recently, the program is integrated into the MBKM program, where Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) a university that produces educators decides to take a role in developing HOTS. This study aims to identify teacher skills in developing lesson plans and HOTS-oriented assessments. This is a case study research. A mixed-method design was used in this study as a way to analyse the teacher training process and the outcomes of the training. The sample of this research is science teacher at the sample school in Bandung. The results of the study show that the development skills of teachers' lesson plans are in the intermediate category, but not all lesson plans describe activities on â€˜intermediateâ€™ category. Therefore, further training and coaching is needed.
Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Perspicacity Relation between Educators and Students
Authors: Bali Muhammad Mushfi El Iq , Kumalasani Maharani Putri , Yunilasari Devi
Published: April 2022

Artificial intelligence is a system with the nature of human intelligence that can automatically provide knowledge and information to create intelligent applications to make it easier to solve problems such as problem-solving, speech recognition, and learning. This research was investigated to find out and understand the relationship of intelligence between educators and students in applying artificial intelligence in universities. The method used is a phenomenological type of qualitative method. This research was conducted at Nurul Jadid University (UNUJA), with the subject of research being PAI lecturers and students in semester V. This research phase was carried out by preliminary studies, observation, data collection (interviews), data verification, and drawing conclusions. As for the results of this study, in its application, artificial intelligence in universities has a positive and negative impact on the relationship of intelligence to learning when it is carried out outside conventional learning. The intelligence relationship between educators and students, which includes Intelligence Quotient (IQ), Emotional Quotient (EQ), and Spiritual Quotient (SQ) contained in it, is also a positive thing that coexists and is directed.
Zoom Utilization as an Online Learning Media during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Zainal Anna Gustina , Prakoso Gita Hilmi , Frasetya Vito , Faizal Ahmad Riza , Fardiyan Rudy , Sanjaya Fitri Juliana
Published: April 2022

This research aims to analyze teachersâ€™ digital literacy in the learning process at public elementary schools in Bengkulu, Indonesia. The focus is on teachersâ€™ use of technological devices, especially their proficiency in operating, designing learning media, and utilizing digital media as a learning tool. This study employed qualitative research approach with descriptive type. The subjects were determined based on purposive with education background as the inclusive criteria. The data was collected using interview techniques where researchers were the primary instrument. The obtained data was analyzed through tabulation, coding, and conclusion withdrawal. Results showed that teachers firstly used technological devices as a learning tool due to the Covid-19 pandemic. They learnt to operate various device to transfer learning materials through visual, audio, and audiovisual methods. Teachers generally used smartphones and laptops, in which they are able to operate from the beginning to the end, including apps operation. Among the apps were Power Point, Canva, and Kinemaster with Zoom, Google Meets, Google Classroom, and WhatsApp as teaching platforms.
Teaching Practicum Experiences: Pre-service English Teachersâ€™ Self-Reflections of Their Professional Growth
Authors: Astuti Yuliani Dwi , Drajati Nur Arifah
Published: April 2022

Reflection is one of essential components which could develop prospective teachersâ€™ professional practice. By capturing participantsâ€™ self-reflections in their teaching practicum experiences, this study aims to explore the nature of student-teacher individual reflection throughout their teaching experience in the teaching practicum. Narrative data garnered through multiple semi-structured interviews had been scheduled for 30-60 minutes per interview session. The interview-derived narrative data analysed by using IPA (interpretative phenomenological analysis) and CDA (critical discourse analysis). These analytical frameworks were to explore the longitudinal nature dimensions of three pre-service English teachers during their teaching practicum experiences. The finding of this study indicated that most of the reflections created the participants awareness that learning environments, teacher ability and creativity, managing the time and classroom have pivotal role in teaching process. Drawing on this, the practical implication of the study is that teachers not only develop their professionalism, but they must also develop skills, creativity, and understand what students need during a teaching practicum.
PROSES OPTIMASI DESALINASI DAN DEMINERALISASI UNTUK MENJAMIN KUANTITAS DAN KUALITAS AIR PROSES DAN DOMESTIK DI PT INEOS AROMATICS INDONESIA
Authors: Supriyadi Agus , Masyruroh Anis
Published: April 2022

Enhancement Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) production capacity from 500,000 tons/year to 576,000 tons/year resulted in increase of water demand, so an optimization process for desalination and demineralization units is needed. This research aims to find how the desalination and demineralization optimization process is carried out to ensure the quantity and quality of water at PT INEOS Aromatics Indonesia. The research method used is descriptive qualitative by conducting literature studies, observing the optimization of desalination and demineralization processes, interviews and laboratory testing of water samples. The result of this research is that the desalination and demineralization optimization process has been successfully, with quantity of desalt water product is 197 tons/hour. Parameters for the production process, namely conductivity 0.8 µs/cm, copper (Cu2+) 0.005 ppm, sulfate (SO2-) 0 ppm, silica (SiO2-) 0 ppm and for domestic, namely temperature 30.8 oC, color 9 TCU, pH 6.8 ppm, odorless, tasteless, hardness (CaCO3) 0 ppm, turbidity 0.05 NTU, total dissolved solids (TDS) 0.8 ppm, nitrit (NO2-) 0 ppm, nitrate (NO-) 0.009 ppm, escherichia coli 0 CFU/100ml and total coliform 0 CFU/100ml. These values meet the quality standards set by the Amoco Research and Development and Minister of Health Regulation Number 32 of 2017.
KADINLARIN TAMAMLAYICI ALTERNATİF TEDAVİYE YÖNELİK TUTUMLARININ COVİD-19 KORKUSUYLA İLİŞKİSİ
Authors: ÜNVER Hacer , IŞIK Kevser , ÜNVER Zeynep
Published: April 2022

Amaç: Bu araştırma kadınların tamamlayıcı alternatif tedaviye yönelik tutumlarının COVID-19 korkusuyla ilişkisini belirlemek amacıyla yapıldı.

Yöntem: Tanımlayıcı kesitsel tipte yapılan araştırma 572 kadın ile yapıldı. Veri toplamada kişisel bilgi formu, COVID-19 Korkusu Ölçeği, Bütüncül Tamamlayıcı ve Alternatif Tıbba Karşı Tutum Ölçeği kullanıldı.

Bulgular: Araştırmaya katılan kadınların yaş ortalamasının 24.84±7.72 olduğu, %70.6’sının tamamlayıcı alternatif tedavi (TAT) hakkında bilgisinin olduğu, %59.3’ünün bu tedaviyi kısmen güvenli bulduğu, %63.8’inin tamamlayıcı alternatif tedaviyi kullanmadığı, bu tedavi yöntemini kullananların %59.4’ünün bitki çayları içtiği, %41.8’inin vücut direncini arttırmak için TAT kullandığı belirlendi. COVID-19 korku ve tamamlayıcı alternatif tedaviye karşı tutum puan ortalamalarının orta düzeyde olduğu, COVID-19 korkusu ile tamamlayıcı alternatif tedavi tutumu arasında negatif yönde anlamlı bir ilişki olduğu saptandı.

Sonuçlar ve Öneriler: Araştırmada eğitim düzeyi, medeni durum, kronik hastalık, COVID-19 geçirme, tamamlayıcı alternatif tedaviyi güvenli bulma gibi değişkenlerin alternatif tedaviyi kullanımı etkilediği belirlendi. Salgın hastalık durumlarında tamamlayıcı alternatif tedavi yöntemlerinin kullanımına dikkat edilmesi ve sağlık profesyonellerinden bilgi alınması önerilmektedir.
Features of the methodology for studying the dynamics of tidal rivers deltas in the northern regions using satellite images
(the Northern Dvina as example)
Authors: Kravtsova Valentina , Vachnina Olga , Lebedeva Serafimа , Charkovets Evgeniy , Chalova Ekaterina
Published: April 2022

Using satellite images from the KeyHole 1977 and Sentinel-2B 2020 satellites, the dynamics of the tidal delta of the Northern Dvina River was investigated. When choosing images, it is necessary to take into account seasonal and tidal fluctuations in the water level; images for the dry season with a close tide phase at the moments of shooting in different years were selected. The first compiled map of delta dynamics for the period 1977–2020 shows that the growth of delta, noted by researchers earlier, continues – the attachment of islands along the sea edge to it, the accumulation of sediments and an increase in the area of channel islands in the main river-branches, narrowing and disappearance of small streams on the delta islands. But to the long-term tendency of delta growth, the processes of erosion of the coast on the islands of the sea edge are added from the side of the Dvina Bay.
Development of a technology for geoinformation modelling of forest ecosystems (part 2)
Authors: Vagizov Marsel , Istomin Eugeniy
Published: April 2022

In the second part of the article the basic types of representation of different geoinformation models of forest ecosystem, possibilities of use of concrete type of models depending on tasks for the decision maker are considered. Some goals of forest geoinformation modeling are considered. This part of the article describes both the geographic information modeling process and the three types of forest ecosystem representation formed. The main tools of the process of geoinformation modeling of forest ecosystems are described and the possibilities of applying models at different levels of their representation.
Technology of forming a mapping database on waste and
secondary resources management facilities
Authors: Lyubimova Anna , Shamaeva Ekaterina , Bykov Maxim , Sokolov Alexey
Published: April 2022

The article discusses the technology of forming a mapping database on objects involved in the field of waste management (sources of waste generation and recyclables, their processing enterprises and facilities for the disposal of industrial and household waste). Basic information resources providing information about such objects are analyzed, requirements for the database structure and description of technological stages of its formation are given. The proposed technology was successfully tested as part of the development of a prototype of a geographical information system for waste and secondary resources management, implemented on the example of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation, as well as the creation of a geo-portal of the geographical information systems laboratory of Dubna State University, which provides geo-information support for the educational and research activities of the Institute for System Analysis and Management in terms of developing and maintaining cartographic databases.
Mother's Dental Health Behavior with Dental and Oral Hygiene Status in Early Childhood: A Cross-sectional Study
Authors:   Department of Dental Health, Poltekkes Kemenkes Jakarta I, Indonesia, Fadjeri Indrayati
Published: April 2022

Background: Early childhood is a group that is susceptible to dental disease, especially dental caries, so it needs special attention to prevent it. Dental caries in milk teeth that are not treated will result in disruption of masticatory function and premature tooth loss which causes abnormal eruption of permanent teeth. One of the reasons for this is poor oral and dental hygiene due to the fact that at that age they do not have independence in maintaining dental health. Therefore, the mother's role is very important in early childhood dental health.
Identifying Risk Factors for Complicated Duodenal Ulcer in Children
Authors:   Samarkand State Medical Institute, Uzbekistan, Ibatovа Sh.M.
Published: April 2022

In recent years, there has been an increase in the incidence of duodenal ulcer and an increase in the number of complicated forms. Bleeding from duodenal ulcers is the most formidable complication and occupies one of the first places in the structure of mortality from duodenal ulcer. The anamnestic, clinical features and pH values ​​in children with duodenal ulcer were studied. The study allows us to consider sex, age, heredity, erosive nature of gastroduodenitis, multiple ulcers, high bacterial contamination, low pH in the antroduodenal zone as factors for the complicated course of duodenal ulcer.
Debt-Equity Ratio and Financial Performance of Listed Companies at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya
Authors:   Department of Accounting and Finance, Moi University, Odhiambo Albert
Published: April 2022

Firm financial performance is essential for corporate survival and prosperity. Financial leverage may be used to enhance corporate financial performance, but it can also occasion financial distress and bankruptcy if not carefully managed. At the Nairobi Securities Exchange, a number of firms face poor financial performance, and financial distress, commonly associated with excessive leverage and bankruptcy. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of debt-Equity ratio on financial performance of listed companies at Nairobi Securities Exchange. The study was grounded on dynamic tradeoff and pecking order theories. Positivist research paradigm with explanatory design using linear regression model on panel data obtained from a survey of 38 listed companies at Nairobi Securities Exchange over the period 2010 to 2019 was used. The data was mined from financial statements filed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Controlling for Firm size, Sales growth and operational efficiency, the study found Debt Equity ratio (ꞵ= -.1633009 p= 0.000) negatively related to Return on Equity and statistically significant at 0.05. The study recommended reduction in long-term or short-term debt or both or increase in equity finance for overall reduction in debt-equity ratio to enhance Return on Equity. Further, the study recommends deepening of Kenya’s capital market to permit optimal capital structure adoption by firms. The study contributes to knowledge by establishing the state of financial leverage at Nairobi Securities Exchange, to policy by establishing the need for deepening of capital market at NSE and to theory by confirming the relevance of dynamic tradeoff and pecking order theories at the bourse. The study scope was limited to firms listed at NSE. A similar study covering East Africa capital market is recommended. Further, a study to explore the limiting factors in Kenya’s capital market is recommended.
Prehistoric spread rates and genetic clines
Authors: Fort Joaquim
Published: April 2022

The seminal book The Neolithic transition and the genetics of populations in Europe by Ammerman and Cavalli-Sforza (1984) contains the analysis of archaeological data that led to the result that the spread rate of the Neolithic in Europe was on average about 1 km/yr. It also contains the direct application of a mathematical model that provides an explanation for this value (1 km/yr), the so-called 'wave-of-advance model'. The book also reviews work on the possibility that genetic clines were formed due to the spread of the Neolithic in Europe. This paper is a review of work on both topics since their first joint paper, which was published 50 years ago (Ammerman and Cavalli-Sforza 1971). We also discuss the importance of these and related contributions by Cavalli-Sforza, the present state of the art, and possible lines of future progress.
Based on "Ammerman AJ, Cavalli-Sforza LL. The Neolithic transition and the genetics of populations in Europe. New Jersey: Princeton University Press. 1984”.
Pediatric Urological Emergencies: Epidemiology, Pattern and Treatment Outcome
Authors:   Department of Surgery, Enugu State University Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria, Emeka Chukwubuike Kevin
Published: April 2022

Background: Pediatric urological emergencies constitute an essential part of pediatric surgical practice and remain a common event in the children emergency room. The aim of this study was to evaluate our experience in the management of pediatric urologic emergencies. Materials and Methods: This was a retrospective study of children aged 15 years and below who presented, as emergent/urgent cases, to the Children Emergency Room (CHER) with problems of the urogenital system. This study covered a period of 5 years. The data extracted included the patients’ age, gender, presenting complaint, clinical diagnosis, operative procedure performed, duration of hospital stay and outcome of treatment. Results: Out of 4,986 cases of pediatric surgical emergencies seen during the 5 year study period, pediatric urologic emergencies accounted for 502 (10.1%) cases of the emergencies. More males were affected. Acutely swollen scrotum and acute hydrocele were the predominant presenting complaint and diagnosis respectively. Urethral catheterization was the most performed emergency procedure. Herniotomy for hydrocele was the most performed electively. Out of the 502 cases of urologic emergencies seen, 221 (44.0%) were discharged from the CHER for follow up in the outpatient clinic. There were 10 (2%) mortalities resulting mostly from overwhelming sepsis. Conclusion: Urologic emergencies in children may be a cause of morbidity and mortality. Adequate knowledge of the pattern, presentation and management outcome is important to improve patients’ care.
Addressing Covid-19 Vaccination Conspiracy Theories and Vaccination Intentions
Authors: Pummerer Lotte , Winter Kevin , Sassenberg Kai
Published: April 2022

Conspiracy theories often involve topics of uncertainty and ambivalence. One of those topics during the Covid-19 pandemic was the vaccination based on the new method using messenger RNA. In a preregistered study with N = 382 participants, we tested an intervention addressing the uncertainty concerning this new vaccination at a time when conspiracy theories about the vaccination method were not yet widely spread. Participants either only read short facts about the new vaccination (no explanation condition), or read these facts in addition to an explanation about the function of messenger RNA vaccines (relevant explanation condition), or they read the facts after the explanation of an alternative issue (irrelevant explanation condition). Results showed that individuals reading the relevant explanations addressing uncertainties surrounding the new vaccination method were less likely to agree with a Covid-19 vaccination conspiracy theory and were more willing to get a Covid-19 vaccination compared to the other conditions. An exploratory analysis showed that agreement with the Covid-19 vaccination conspiracy theory mediated the effect of explanation type on vaccination intentions. Potential implications and limitations are discussed.
Rural Teacher Shortages and Home-grown Solutions: A Ugandan Case Study
Authors:   University of Tasmania, Arinaitwe Gilbert , Corbett Michael ,   Acadia University
Published: April 2022

This paper provides a case study of teacher retention in rural Uganda focussing on the importance of rural experience and cultural connections. We argue that this study illustrates how rural parents and teachers reciprocally influence each other, and that homegrown and culturally-similar rural teachers bridge parents with the school both linguistically and through engagement in common community and cultural practices. While this case study illustrates the uniqueness of a particularly understudied African context, we suggest that the phenomenon of attracting homegrown and culturally-similar teachers is a complex and socio-culturally specific practice that, if intentionally supported, holds potential benefits for hard-to-staff schools. This work suggests the value of international case studies of teacher retention in diverse contexts.
Upaya Guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen Dalam Pembentukan Karakter Remaja Di Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Nainupu Astrid Maryam Yvonny , Darmawan I Putu Ayub
Published: April 2022

The Covid-19 Pandemic period hit Indonesia and affected the learning system in schools. Schools should run distance education. This makes it difficult for teachers in schools, including Christian Religious Education Teachers, to educate children so that their character is formed. The focus of this paper is the efforts of Christian Religious Education Teachers to shape the character of teenagers during the Covid-19 pandemic. The writing uses library research methods and Bible interpretation to provide ideas about efforts to build the character of teenagers during the pandemic. These efforts include making a teaching curriculum based on Bible teaching both doctrinally and practically, which focuses explicitly on the fruit of the Spirit in this discussion. Then apply creative learning methods based on information technology. Teachers can also take an enthusiastic approach to teenagers and become trusted friends simultaneously and guide them based on the truth of God's Word. Teachers also establish communication and provide parenting classes for parents so that parents also have the provision to shape the character of Christ in their children.AbstrakMasa Pandemi Covid-19 yang melanda Indonesia dan memengaruhi  sistem pembelajaran di sekolah. Sekolah harus menjalankan pendidikan jarak jauh. Hal ini menyulitkan para guru di sekolah, termasuk guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen yang tugasnya mendidik anak-anak agar karakter mereka dibentuk. Fokus dari penulisan ini adalah usaha guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen untuk membentuk karakter anak remaja di masa pandemi Covid-19. Penulisan menggunakan metode penelitian pustaka sehingga dapat memberikan gagasan tentang upaya pembentukan karakter anak remaja tetap dapat dilakukan di masa pandemi. Usaha itu antara lain membuat kurikulum pengajaran yang berdasarkan pada pengajaran Alkitab baik secara doktrinal dan praktika yang secara khusus dalam pembahasan penulisan ini berfokus pada buah Roh. Kemudian menerapkan metode pembelajaran yang kreatif yang berbasis teknologi informasi. Guru juga dapat melakukan pendekatan secara intens kepada anak remaja dan menjadi sahabat yang dapat dipercaya sekaligus serta dapat membimbing mereka berdasarkan kebenaran Firman Tuhan. Guru juga menjalin komunikasi dan menyediakan kelas-kelas parenting bagi para orang tua sehingga orang tua juga memiliki bekal untuk membentuk karakter Kristus dalam diri anak mereka.
Немис тилини иккинчи чет тили сифaтидa мaсофaвий ўқитишдa янги aвлод ўқув aдaбиётлaрини яратиш методикаси ва уларнинг моделлари
Authors: Саттаров Уткир
Published: April 2022

Ушбу мақола немис тилини иккинчи чет тили сифaтидa мaсофaвий ўқитишдa янги aвлод ўқув aдaбиётлaрини яратиш методикаси ва уларнинг моделлари хусусида бўлиб, унда ўқув адабиётларини яратиш методикаси, ўқув адабиётнинг таълим  жараёнидаги функциялари, немис тилини иккинчи тил сифатида ўқитиш бўйича янги авлод ўқув адабиётлари амалий машғулотларда қўлланувчи дарсликлар ҳақида ҳам тўхталиб ўтилган.
Verification of the mathematical model of the induction soldering technological process
Authors: Marayev Vyacheslav
Published: April 2022

The paper has devoted to the research of the construction and verification of the mathematical model of the process of heating the elements of the thin-walled aluminum waveguide path in the development of the induction soldering technological procedure. The paper has reviewed the method of mathematical modeling of the induction soldering technological process. Comparative research of the induction soldering models of waveguide paths have carried out for their compliance with the real process in permissible limits. Experimental verification of the correctness of the selected mathematical model of the process of the induction soldering is performed. As a result of inventory and model experiments, it has established that the developed mathematical model of induction heating of the assembly elements of thin-wing aluminum waveguide paths of cosmic aircraft with a sufficiently high accuracy simulates this technological process.
Analysis of full-factorial experiments on improving the cotton gin
Authors: Djuraev A. , Sayitqulov S. , Nurboev R. , Xolmirzaev J. , Berdimurodov U.
Published: April 2022

The article presents the results of full-factorial experiments of an improved cotton-cleaning unit based on the use of grates of different diameters and multifaceted grates located in the optimal sequence. Graphs of dependences of parameters are constructed, optimal values are determined.
The Effects of the Indonesian Throughflow, River, and Tide on Physical and Hydrodynamic Conditions During the Wind- Driven Upwelling Period North of the Aru Islands
Authors: Basit Abdul , Mayer Bernhard , Pohlmann Thomas
Published: April 2022

A three-dimensional baroclinic nonlinear numerical model—the Hamburg Shelf Ocean Model (HAMSOM)—was applied to investigate the effects of the Indonesian throughflow (ITF), river runoff, and tidal forcing on circulation during the southeast monsoon period (July 2004) north of the Aru Islands by conducting different sensitivity runs. It was found that the Ekman transport over the continental slope of the Sahul Shelf was the main factor that causes upwelling north of the Aru Islands, and this was suggested to be one of the main factors behind the surface water in the research area being relatively colder and saltier than the surrounding waters. The influence of South Pacific Subtropical Water (SPSW) on the surface water was indicated by the high surface salinity of waters within the internal salinity maximum layer. The results also suggested that onshore subsurface currents over the slope were induced not only by offshore surface currents over the slope but also by the ITF. By considering the eastern ITF route, river runoff and tidal forcing were also found to contribute significantly to the erosion of the salinity maximum (approx. 0.25) within the Halmahera Sea, thereby reducing sea surface salinity north of the Aru Islands. Furthermore, it was proposed that river runoff from the western coast of Papua Island contributed to intensified cross-shelf circulation over the continental slope. These conditions were related to enhancing vertical viscosity forces in the surface waters induced by stronger stratification as an impact of river inclusion in the simulation.
Shaping Behaviour as Proactive Approach for Awareness of Safety and Wellbeing Secondary Grade Curriculum
Authors: Akhtar Muhammad Saleem , Zafar Jam Muhammad , Shoukat Syeda Lubna , Naseem Muhammad Ali
Published: April 2022

The Shyness, reluctance, hesitation, and unawareness hamper to react in a safe way and may cause causalities. Usually children between the age of 13 to 15 get involved in road accidents due to carelessness. Safety awareness reduces the chances of accidents and injury happenings. A sample of 200 students and 99 teachers from secondary level public schools was taken. In order to develop awareness among secondary school students, action oriented SW instructional methods through hands-on-activities, experiential learning, labs, weather safety precaution, fire, electricity safety, and ways to motivate students to protect themselves and conserve their wellbeing were used. By using valid and reliable survey questionnaire and observation protocol, perceptions about SW were assessed after interventions and prominent awareness and behavioural changes were declared such as reduced number of accidents and injuries. The results are useful for the school administration and teachers to reflect on the inclusion of safety and wellbeing activities.
The Intercessory Role of the Prophet and the Holy Family through the Concept of the hawd al-kawthar: A Critical study of Mahmoud Ayoub’s Thoughts
Authors: MORAVVEJİ Mahdi
Published: April 2022

Mahmoud M. Ayoub has developed an Islamic model of redemption in his works particularly in the Redemptive Suffering in Islam. Assuming that redemption is fulfillment through suffering, Ayoub has proposed an alternative Islamic model of redemption within the context of intercession (shafā’ah) in Twelver Shī’īsm. In his opinion, intercession is the direct reward of the sufferings and martyrdom of the Holy Family (ahl al-bayt) so they can rescue their devotees from the hell and the God’s punishment by this intercessory prerogative. The pool of al-kawthar, In the Mahmoud Ayoub’s model of redemption in Shī’īsm, is a symbol of the rewards and favors of the Holy Family and the final vindication of their suffering. This article criticizes Mahmoud Ayoub’s thoughts about the exclusive connection between the intercession and suffering in Shī’īsm and argues that the intercessory privilege of the Prophet and the Holy Family is because of their high status before God which was stabilized even without their sufferings, however those sufferings and privations have strengthened their high ranking position. It means that God will never reject any requests of the Prophet and the Holy Family including their intercession not just because of their endurance of sufferings and martyrdom, but because of God’s love and respect towards them which has several reasons. Thus, the intercessory prerogative of the Prophet and the Holy Family in the Day of Judgment is an expression of the God’s feelings towards the Prophet and the Holy Family and the demonstration of their high status to the entire creatures. Besides that, intercession’s second purpose, which Mahmoud Ayoub also agrees, is God’s favor in order to benefit those who have led a good life but the amount of their evil deeds is more than the level of their good deeds and deserve to be punished. Finally, this article offers that, based on the second purpose of intercession, the merciful and compassionate God in the Twelver Shī’īsm however is not a passible God, but may have some similarities to what Christianity depicts of a sympathetic, passible God who suffers from the suffering of the people, especially in the works of Jürgen Moltmann.
Olimpíadas científicas: análise dos projetos apoiados por editais do CNPq (2005-2015)
Authors: Vieira de Abreu Willian , Norberto Rocha Jessica , Massarani Luisa , Vieira da Rocha Mariana
Published: April 2022

Neste estudo, objetivamos realizar um mapeamento das propostas de olimpíadas submetidas aos editais do CNPq por onze anos consecutivos (de 2005 a 2015) e analisar seus projetos a fim de identificar elementos que compõem essa ação de incentivo à divulgação científica no Brasil. Dos 229 projetos submetidos, 96 foram aprovados e financiados para a realização de 21 olimpíadas em diversas áreas do conhecimento, com predominância nas ciências exatas e da terra. Associações e sociedades científicas se destacam nas suas coordenações, majoritariamente concentradas na região Sudeste e representadas por homens. Despertar interesse pela temática da olimpíada é o objetivo mais comum dos projetos, enquanto os termos “divulgação científica” e “popularização da ciência” não são explicitados com frequência como parte desses objetivos.
Conduzindo: aplicativo sobre semicondutores para abordagem interdisciplinar da relação entre ciência e tecnologia
Authors: Simões Martins Segala Franciane , Coelho Gouveia Riama
Published: April 2022

As ciências da natureza estabelecem uma relação direta com o desenvolvimento tecnológico e, consequentemente, com o sistema produtivo. No processo educativo, o ensino das ciências naturais deve, portanto, contribuir para a compreensão dos fundamentos científicos que permeiam a tecnologia e o trabalho, o que se dá a partir de uma abordagem interdisciplinar e contextualizada dessas ciências. Nessa perspectiva, o objetivo do presente trabalho é fundamentar e descrever a elaboração de um aplicativo para dispositivos móveis destinado ao estudo dos semicondutores, além de abordar possibilidades pedagógicas para sua aplicação. A escolha dos semicondutores e do aplicativo na forma de jogo visou conectar, em forma e conteúdo, as ciências da natureza entre si e com a tecnologia, conferindo aos estudantes, pelo entendimento, a possibilidade de intervenção na realidade vivenciada.
Epidemiological, clinical and therapeutic aspects of chronic lymphoid hemopathies observed at the National Reference University Hospital Center (CHU-RN) of N Djamena
Authors: DJIMADOUM Mbanga , NADLAOU Bessimbaye , BLAISE Lopiagoto Kemteud , OUCHEMI Choua , MBAISSOUROUM Mouanodji
Published: April 2022

Aim. This study aimed to determine the epidemiological, clinical, therapeutic profile of chronic lymphoid hemopathies (CLH) and the viral factors linked to the genesis of HLCs at the CHU-RN of Ndjamena in Chad. Methods. A descriptive cross-sectional study over two and a half years, from October 2017 to March 2020 at the Hematology Unit of the National Reference University Hospital Center (CHU-RN) of Ndjamena. Were included patients in whom the diagnosis of chronic lymphoid hemopathy had been made. Results. Ninety-eight (98) cases of hematological malignancies were recorded out of 531 hematological consultations including 66 (12.43%) CLH and 67.35% of hematological malignancies with an annual incidence of 26.4 cases. Chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) was 56.06% (n=37) followed by 25.76% (n=17) Malignant non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, 15.15% (n=10) Hodgkin's lymphoma and 3.03 % (n=2) cutaneous lymphoma. A male predominance was observed for all types of CLH. The most represented age groups were those of 51 to 60 years for CLL and 11 to 20 years for lymphomas. Conclusion: This study made it possible to have a better epidemiological knowledge and the viral factors related to the genesis of CLH at the CHU-RN of Ndjamena. It revealed difficulties in biological diagnosis and management, in particular the initiation of chemotherapy.
Participación política de las estudiantes de Enfermería bajo la noción de servicio
Authors: Cárdenas-Becerril Lucila , Martínez-Talavera Beatriz Elizabeth , Rojas-Espinoza Jessica Belen , Benhumea Jaramillo Liliana I. , De Oca-Domínguez Libni Montes
Published: April 2022

Objetivo: Estudiar los factores que han influido en la participación política de los estudiantes de Enfermería en México en la segunda década del siglo XXI. Metodología: Es un estudio exploratorio, cualitativo e interpretativo, basado en la Sociología de las Profesiones y el enfoque estructural funcionalista; la población de estudio fueron ocho enfermeras, el análisis de contenido se realizó a través de una categorización abierta, definiendo cuatro categorías: 1) Características de las estudiantes de enfermería, 2) Actitudes de las estudiantes de enfermería durante su formación, 3) Enseñanza de los Profesores y 4) Reflexiones sobre la escasa participación política de los estudiantes de Enfermería. Resultados: Los resultados se ven impregnados de las vivencias y experiencias de las participantes, sin embargo, ellas destacan que su participación y actitudes políticas tienen una base en la formación y la influencia de los profesores, el estudio refleja su preocupación para que las nuevas generaciones de enfermeras y enfermeros tengan la posibilidad de adquirir nuevas visiones. Conclusiones: Los resultados permiten reconocer que la política de las estudiantes de enfermería es una asignatura pendiente en México, hecho que permite reconsiderar la noción de servicio del personal de enfermería, reafirmando y difundiendo la importancia social que tiene la profesión.
Voltage Stability Maximization by Optimal Wind Turbine Insertion Using Genetic Algorithm
Authors: Mosbah Mustafa , Bawazir Raimon , CETIN Numan S. , Arif Salem , Sebaa Karim
Published: April 2022

The integration of clean or renewable sources such as wind turbines based distributed generation (WT_DG) into the power system has become one of the priorities of the grid operator. In this paper a study on the search for optimal locations and sizes of WT in the transmission network has been carried in order to maximize the lambda parameter and therefore the voltage stability, using Genetic Algorithms Technique (GAT). This method has been applied on the modified IEEE 30 bus network, with MATLAB code. The results demonstrated the effectiveness of wind turbine integration in improving the voltage stability of the studied network.
Evaluation of Hot Carrier Impact on Lateral-DMOS with LOCOS feature
Authors: HOUADEF Ali , DJEZZAR Boualem
Published: April 2022

Hot carrier stress is evaluated on a laterally diffused MOSFET (LDMOS) by TCAD simulation. The device under test is obtained from process simulation under a 1µm CMOS flow available at CDTA. The n-type transistor uses the LOCOS (local oxidation of silicon) and single RESURF (reduced surface field) features. Using the trap degradation model, degradation over time and different biases, the shift of threshold voltage VTH, ON-state resistance RON, saturation current IDsat, and device lifetime are extracted. The shifts were found to be manageable, they have a single process mechanism and are due to hot electrons in our case. But, flicker noise assessment under the same stress shows noticeable instabilities.
NBTI Fast Electrical Characterization in pMOSFET Devices
Authors: MESSAOUD DhiaElhak , Djezzar Boualem , Benabdelmoumene Abdelmadjid , Boubaaya Mohamed , Zatout Boumediene , Zitouni Abdelkader
Published: April 2022

To measure the entire characteristic of p-MOSFET, we have implemented the fast Ids-Vgs technique. The latter is used to study NBTI phenomenon with measure-stress-measure method, for electric field 5MV/cm < Eox < 7.5MV/cm, and temperatures 27°C < Ts < 120°C. Measurement time has reached 10 us, and a stress-measure delay (switching time) of about a hundred of milliseconds was obtained. However, strengths and weaknesses of the implemented technique have been discussed. Furthermore, the extraction methods: transconductance (Gm), subthreshold slope (SS), and mid-gap (MG), have been implemented and discussed as well. NBTI parameter i.e. Delta Vth, n, gamma and Ea were extracted and compared to other results. A time exponent n of 0.149 has been touched. Activation energy Ea = 0.039 eV and a field factor gamma = 0.41 MV/cm for a stress time ts < 10 s have been obtained.
"THE RIGHT OF ACCESS TO JUSTICE IN THE LIGHT OF THE LAW ON SOME MEASURES TO PREVENT AND COMBAT THE EFFECTS OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC"
Authors:   Nicolae Titulescu University of Bucharest, Şchiopu Silviu-Dorin
Published: April 2022

COVID-19 pandemic, among many other legislative changes, also led to the issuance of the Romanian Law on some measures to prevent and combat its effects. Law no. 55 of 15 May 2020 concerns the establishment during the state of alert of some measures in order to protect the rights to life, to physical integrity and to the protection of health, including by restricting the exercise of other fundamental rights and freedoms, and, in order to implement the measures provided by this law, the Government adopts decisions. The latter are normative administrative acts which enjoy a presumption of legality, so that, as long as the administrative act exists, it is presumed that it was issued in compliance with all the substantive and formal conditions provided by law, the obligation to comply with it being detached from that of compliance with the law. Therefore, the present study aims to highlight the legal regime of these normative administrative acts and the considerations of the Decision of the Romanian Constitutional Court no. 392 of 8 June 2021 precisely to illustrate the infringement of the right of access to justice, namely the absence of a regulation providing for a short-term procedure for the settlement of actions brought against the possible illegality of Government decisions issued under Law no. 55/2020, so that judgments can produce effective effects, that is while these administrative acts are applicable. Respect for the right of access to justice would also contribute to strengthening citizens’ confidence in the pertinence of measures taken to prevent and combat the effects of the current pandemic.
"THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS DEPRIVED IN FREEDOM DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. INCIDENCE OF JUDICIAL ERROR"
Authors:   Titu Maiorescu University, Bucharest, Marinescu Delia Mihaela
Published: April 2022

Respect for human rights in general, but also for persons deprived of their liberty is a constant concern in any democratic state, which determines both the involvement of the courts in guaranteeing all rights in proceedings against persons in detention, and a special attention from the public authorities for outlining rules capable of effectively implementing legal regulations, but also the jurisprudence of European courts.
"THE EFFECTS OF SELF-VALORISATION CULTURE ON Z GENERATION’ SELF-ESTEEM"
Authors:   Petroleum - Gas University of Ploiesti, Romania, Mărgărițoiu Alina , Eftimie Simona
Published: April 2022

Z generation is so influenced not only by virtual world / communication, by advanced sophisticated and networks, by COVID-19 pandemic, but also by self-valorisation culture. Although they prefer online education because of its freedom for action, Z generation is in risk for an independent self-construction that lead to a devastating individualism for their own life. Our study aims to describe the influence of self-valorisation culture on our candidates’ self-esteem (from Z generation) for Pedagogy and Primary and Preschool Pedagogy. For this purpose, we have analysed the content of their motivational essays – part of their admission file. The results indicate that Z generation candidates’ self-esteem is higher than Y generation candidates’ self-esteem.
A Qualitative Exploration of Street Children Life in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in the light of Urie Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Systems Theory
Authors: Adnan Ashraf  , Muhammad Ibrar  , Faseeh Ullah
Published: April 2022

The number of street children is increasing at alarming rate in the country. The several composite factors drive these children to the street life where they are confronted with the numerous threats. This study proposed to explore the root causes alongside the risks connected with street life. A qualitative study design was used to interview 50 street children from 5 hotspot sites of Peshawar, which includes Haji Camp Adda, Gulbahar, Karhano Market, University Town and Firdous Bazaar. This study is based on Urie Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory focusing on the quality and context of the child's environment. There are two types of street children available, on and off the Street children. The determinants included strict parenting style, orphan by father, large family size and backing family. The negative attitude of society, physical and sexual abuse, weather conditions, health and hygiene and long working hours are the high rank factors. Such the challenges and exposure adversely affect child personality and development. Constitution guaranteed basic rights of free and compulsory education and a dire need to provide a safe and protected environment with a comprehensive social rehabilitation and reintegration program for street children
Social Value in Serat Babad Amengeti Lalampahan Dalem
Authors: Setiawan Yoga Ade , Widodo Sahid Teguh , Saddhono Kundharu
Published: April 2022

This study aims to analyzing the social values contained in Serat Babad Amengeti Lalampahandalem: Sampejandalem Ingkang Sinuhun Kangdjeng Susuhunan Pakoe Boewono Senopati Ing Ngalaga Ngabdurrachman Sajidin Panata Gama Ingkang Kaping: V: Ing Surakarta Hadiningrat. Social values The social values of ancient Javanese society are often reflected in heritage literary works, namely serat. Collection technique in this research used contents analyze of serat. The technique used in analyzing the data is the understanding technique, with the stages of discussion, namely, revealing, explaining and translating the contents of serat. The value of character education that was found is religious, responsibility, discipline, creative, love peace, social care and environmental care. Sociology of literature was chosen to be the approach in this research because social values can emerge from this approach. The source of data in this study was done by reading directly the contents of the serat. The data collection technique in this study used serat content analysis. The data analysis technique used is understanding with the discussion stages of revealing, explaining and translating the contents of the serat. The social values found include social problems, social actions, and Javanese ethics. The social actions contained in this serat are divided into three, namely rational instrumental social actions, value-oriented social actions, and affective social actions. The social problems in the content of the serat are divided into three, namely crime, poverty and violations of community norms. The Javanese ethics contained in the serat are divided into two, namely the principle of respect and the principle of harmony. The principle of respect for serat is divided into four, namely how to speak, wedi (fear), isin (shame), and hesitate. The principle of harmony contained in the serat is self-awareness, avoiding open conflict and ethok-ethok (pretending).