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Trans-Compiler-Based Conversion from Cross-Platform Applications to Native Applications
Authors: Mahmoud Amira T. , Radwan Moataz-Bellah , Soliman Abdelrahman Mohamed , Yousef Ahmed H. , Zayed Hala H. , Medhat Walaa
Published: December 2024

Cross-platform mobile application development is emerging widely in the mobile applications industry. Cross-platform Frameworks (CPFs) like React Native, Flutter, and Xamarin are used by many developing companies. The technology these frameworks use faces performance and resource use efficiency limitations compared to native applications. The native applications are written in the native languages of the platforms. Trans-complier-based conversion between native languages of different platforms of mobile applications has been addressed in recent research. However, the problem statement needed to be mathematically represented. The solution depended on hard coding and needed more generalization. In addition, it might not be a practical solution for companies that are using and already have built applications using CPFs. Therefore, in this paper, we present an enhanced-trans-compiler-based converter to convert applications made by CPFs to native applications. We implemented the architecture to convert React Native and Xamarin applications. The React Native to Native tool converted thirteen applications to native Android and iOS applications, with accuracies ranging from 40% for large applications to 100% for simple applications. The maximum conversion time was seven minutes for converting 40% of an 8K LOC application. In addition, since Large Language Models (LLMs) are the trendiest technology in our era, we compared our proposed solution output with LLMs. We concluded its superiority compared to the status of LLMs. Performance evaluation is also done to compare the React Native applications against native applications generated by the trans-compiler tool. The assessment showed that the native applications perform better than React Native regarding runtime memory consumption, storage, and speed. The Xamarin to Native tool was also tested to show the genericness of the architecture and how it can be extended to convert from any CPF to Native applications.
A Systematic Literature Review on Cross Domain Sentiment Analysis Techniques: PRISMA Approach
Authors: Sharma Rati , Lakhwani Kamlesh
Published: December 2024

Cross Domain Sentiment Analysis (CDSA) is a method that uses rich and quality-labeled source domain data to identify the sentiments of poorly or without labeled target data. In the past decade, ample research studies have focused on this topic to solve and propose efficient CDSA methods. However, an extensive investigation of these past studies is required to find a window of improvement. The main aim of the study is to figure out considerable developments, methodologies, and SOTA techniques in the recent past. This research study presents a systematic literature review to analyze the CDSA studies published from 2017 to 2023. The authors have selected 34 articles overall and categorized them into seven different CSDA techniques. The extensive analysis of these studies’ results (in the form of graphs and tables) into different parameters that impact the performance of the CDSA. The survey finds out that major research studies tried to create a relationship between pivots and non-pivots to gain accuracy. This paper presents a synthesized review of CDSA and explores the current methods and potential future directions. It also addresses the challenges and opportunities presented by these emerging trends and their significance for researchers and practitioners in the CDSA field.
Variance Consistency Learning: Enhancing Cross-Modal Knowledge Distillation for Remote Sensing Image Classification
Authors: Song Huaxiang , Zhou Yong , Liu Wanbo , Zhao Di , Liu Qun , Liu Jinling
Published: December 2024

Vision Transformers (ViTs) have demonstrated exceptional accuracy in classifying remote sensing images (RSIs). However, existing knowledge distillation (KD) methods for transferring representations from a large ViT to a more compact Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) have proven ineffective. This limitation significantly hampers the remarkable generalization capability of ViTs during deployment due to their substantial size. Contrary to common beliefs, we argue that domain discrepancies along with the RSI inherent natures constrain the effectiveness and efficiency of cross-modal knowledge transfer. Consequently, we propose a novel Variance Consistency Learning (VCL) strategy to enhance the efficiency of the cross-modal KD process, implemented through a plug-and-plug module within a ViTteachingCNN pipeline. We evaluated our student model, termed VCL-Net, on three RSI datasets. The results reveal that VCL-Net exhibits superior accuracy and a more compact size compared to 33 other state-of-the-art methods published in the past three years. Specifically, VCL-Net surpasses other KD-based methods with a maximum improvement in accuracy of 22% across different datasets. Furthermore, the visualization analysis of model activations reveals that VCL-Net has learned long-range dependencies of features from the ViT teacher. Moreover, the ablation experiments suggest that our method has reduced the time costs in the KD process by at least 75%. Therefore, our study offers a more effective and efficient approach for cross-modal knowledge transfer when addressing domain discrepancies.
Neural-Based Secured Decentralized E-Voting Framework using Blur Image Broadcasting
Authors: Gupta Samayamanthula Venkata Chinnaiah , Prasad Kodati Satya
Published: December 2024

One of the fundamental rights in the modern democracy is voting. Much research has been done to strengthen the voting process and security. The new and safe Neural-Based Secured Decentralised E-Voting Framework employing Blur Image Broadcasting tackles the major issues with standard electronic voting techniques. Neural networks with blurred image broadcasting protected voter confidentiality, ballot integrity, & system security. Therefore, a novel Zebra-based GoogleNet Elliptic Curve (ZbGEC) is provided to upgrade the decentralized e-voting via blur image broadcasting in this study. It authenticates and broadcasts the voter’s information safely to the blockchain technology. It additionally demonstrates time consumption, memory usage, and design cost. Only authorized users can view and alter encrypted and decrypted votes via neural networks. This encryption protects voter anonymity and ballot manipulation. Furthermore, blur image streaming obscures voter ballot selections, improving voter privacy. The decentralized design spreads voting over numerous nodes; removing the centralized Spread structure strengthens the system against manipulation and cyber-attacks. Notably, decentralized e-voting time consumption and response time were minimized to an efficient 2 seconds and 5 seconds. The proposed system's design cost was economical at $30, while memory usage was optimized to 300 MB, representing a significant improvement over traditional methods. Neural-based security, decentralized structures, and blurred image streaming produce a reliable e-voting system. This architecture improves security, privacy, openness, and scalability over electronic voting systems. The Neural-Based Secured Decentralised E-Voting Framework utilizing Blur Image Broadcasting might make voting safer, more transparent, and inclusive.
Synthesis and Characterization of 5-Fluoroacil Loaded Calcium Carbonate Nanoparticles for Targeted Cancer Therapy
Authors: Salem Kshidan Marim Abdullah , Ibrahim Mohamed Ahmed , Chan Kim Wei , Abu Bakar Md Zuki , Alitheen Noorjahan Banu , Alsubbi Mohammed , Abdull Razis Ahmad Faizal , Ismail Norsharina
Published: December 2024

Chemotherapy is often limited by its systemic toxicity and lack of specificity, necessitating the development of targeted drug delivery systems that can enhance therapeutic efficacy while minimizing adverse effects. Addressing this, our study aimed to synthesize and characterize 5-Fluorouracil loaded calcium carbonate nanoparticles derived from cockle shells. The research aimed at increasing site-specific drug release and reducing cytotoxicity. The nanoparticles were prepared using a simple co-precipitation method, ensuring eco-friendliness and cost-effectiveness. The encapsulation of 5-FU was confirmed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM), which revealed an increase in nanoparticle size from 19.2 ± 2.284 nm for the unloaded ones to 34.8 ± 4.066 nm for the 5-FU-loaded CaCO3 NPs. In vitro release studies demonstrated a pH-sensitive release profile, with more rapid drug release at pH 4.8 compared to pH 7.3. Bio-compatibility assays on the HS-27 human skin fibroblast cell line indicated high cell viability, with over 90% maintained even at high nanoparticle concentrations (1000 µg/mL). In addition, cytotoxicity assays on the SW480 (primary colon cancer) and SW620 (metastatic colon cancer) cell lines showed a dose-dependent decrease in cell viability and demonstrated a more controlled and sustained release compared to free 5-FU, resulting in higher cell viability at all time points and concentra-tions. The 5-FU-loaded CaCO3 NPs significantly reduced the immediate cytotoxic effects observed with free 5-FU while effectively targeting cancer cells. These findings suggest that the 5-FU-CaCO3 NPs offer a promising alternative to conventional chemotherapy, providing targeted drug delivery with the potential for reduced systemic toxicity and enhanced therapeutic efficacy.
FOSTERING ENTREPRENEURSHIP-STEM CREATIVE THINKING AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Arifin Sufirman , Siew Nyet Moi
Published: December 2024

Fostering creative thinking in facilitating teaching and learning (TL) of entrepreneurship and STEM at the secondary schools is sparsely documented in the literature and warrants further Inquiry. Thus, this research aimed to assess secondary school students’ entrepreneurial STEM creative thinking (E-STEMCT). A comprehensive entrepreneurship-STEM module integrating socio-scientific issues (SSIs) and design thinking (DT) approach was meticulously designed to facilitate TL. A quasi-experimental quantitative study was conducted on 267 Form Four students aged 17 years old enrolled in rural secondary schools. Three intact groups were randomly divided into a) SSIs-DT approach, n=89), b) Design Thinking Approach (DT-A, n=90), and c) Conventional approach (CA, n=88). The E-STEMCT test instrument was developed and applied to measure students’ pre- and post-levels of E-STENCT. Rigorous statistical analysis employing MANCOVA, ANCOVA, and Effect Size techniques was conducted. MANCOVA results revealed statistically significant effects across all TL groups, indicating the effects of the interventions in fostering E-STEMCT. Furthermore, ANCOVA analysis results indicated that the SSIs-DT integration approach significantly increased E-STEMCT and its constructs: Inquiry, New Ideas, Design, Creation, and Commercialization compared to the DT-A and CA approaches. These results support the view that the SSIs-DT integration approach has a positive impact on fostering E-STEMCT among secondary school students.
Keywords: creative thinking, entrepreneurial-STEM, design thinking, socio-scientific issues, form four students
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INTRINSIC MOTIVATION, ACADEMIC SELF-EFFICACY, LEARNING ENGAGEMENT, AND TEST ANXIETY, AS PERCEIVED BY UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
Authors: Santi Elena-Ancuța , Gorghiu Gabriel , Pribeanu Costin
Published: December 2024

Test anxiety or academic anxiety is an emotional state characterized by intense fear, nervousness, and stress that occurs in the context of academic assessments such as exams, tests, projects, or presentations. Test anxiety negatively affects efficiency in academic tasks, leading to decreased academic performance. Test anxiety in students can be generated or fostered by both individual and contextual, school-related factors. Teachers can play an important role in reducing test anxiety in students by adopting appropriate pedagogical practices and creating a positive, supportive, student-centered learning environment. The present work takes a structural modeling approach to explore the influence of intrinsic motivation, learning engagement, and academic self-efficacy on test anxiety. The results showed that while high levels of academic self-efficacy contribute to reduced test anxiety, learning engagement has a positive influence on test anxiety which is due to students’ expectations created by their involvement in the learning activities.
Keywords: academic self-efficacy, intrinsic motivation, learning engagement, test anxiety, university students
FRAMEWORK FOR ENHANCING ADHD CHILDREN ONLINE HOME LEARNING IN DESIGN ASPECT: A HONG KONG CASE
Authors: To Chun Wang , Wang Luqian , Shih Yi-Teng
Published: December 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated the adoption of distance learning as a new alternative educational approach globally, a shift that has persisted even to the post-pandemic period. Despite identifying online educational advantages in previous studies, the abrupt societal changes brought about by the pandemic have exposed disproportionate difficulties. This study aims to understand how attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) children and their parents are influenced by this educational pattern, and to outline a framework to improve their home-based learning environment from a design perspective. Following the Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle (KELC), the research commenced with the analysis of ADHD children and online-schooling in Hong Kong. After problems are identified initially, the observational study of 32 school students with or without ADHD in a home-learning environment is conducted to interpret these problems. This process has identified the key issues of domestic distraction and the need for resource support. The study also provides a multi-functional table design as an initial direction for developing supportive frameworks. Then, another study is conducted with a total of 30 school students with or without ADHD and their stakeholders to assess the effectiveness of the design concept. Therefore, the study’s findings provide a valuable insight for proposing the framework to improve the home learning experience via the working area for ADHD children. These research findings not only contribute to academic discourse for validating ADHD children challenges in distance education, but also facilitate ADHD parents, educators and designers to enhance the home learning environment by offering a structured design framework.
Keywords: ADHD children, design education, distance education, Kolb’s Experiential Learning Cycle
AUTHORITATIVE PARENTING STYLE AND LIFELONG MUSIC LEARNING INTENTION: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF PERCEIVED DETERMINANTS
Authors: Zheng Wenjun , Lay Yoon Fah , Jamaludin Anne Noor Sri Juwaneeta Binti
Published: December 2024

The study explores the determinants of lifelong music learning intention among university students, focusing on the mediating roles of attitude toward music learning, perceived social support, and perceived music learning feasibility in the relationship between authoritative parenting style and lifelong music learning intention. This study used structural equation modelling to analyze 617 university students. The structural equation modelling results indicated that authoritative parenting style, attitudes toward music learning, perceived social support, and perceived music learning feasibility are key factors influencing students’ intentions, collectively explaining 72.0% of the variance in lifelong music learning intentions. An intriguing finding is that the mediation analysis highlights the competitive mediating roles of attitude toward music learning, perceived social support, and perceived music learning feasibility between authoritative parenting style and lifelong music learning intention. This recommends that educators and parents adopt holistic approaches to education that are consistent with authoritative and targeted interventions that enhance students’ lifelong learning intentions and contribute to sustainable education.
Keywords: Lifelong learning intention, parenting style, perceived factors, music education sustainability
The relationship of psychopathology with personality traits, social skills and peer relation among Indian adolescent girls
Authors: Yasin Tajbina , Sandeep
Published: December 2024

Background: Psychopathology in adolescents, seen as adaptation failure which involves deviations from age-appropriate behaviour, disrupting normal development and social functioning, especially in girls and require special attention. The aim of this study was to explore the correlation of psychopathology with personality traits, social skill and peer relation among adolescent girls.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was done among 150 adolescent girls aged 16-19 years using purposive sampling technique from 17 colleges of Kamrup Metro, Assam, India. Personality traits, social skill, peer relation, and psychopathology were measured using the big five inventory, social skill scale, adolescent peer relation instrument, and adolescent psychopathology scale, respectively. Pearson correlation coefficients r ≥ 0.40 (moderate to strong) were reported irrespective of P value. 
Results: The results showed significant correlation between the neuroticism of personality traits (r=0.58). Neuroticism was found moderately correlated with six subdomains of the psychopathology distress scale, including academic problems (r=0.55), generalised anxiety disorder (r=0.57), post-traumatic stress (r=0.61), depression (r=0.55), eating disturbance (r=0.43), and interpersonal problems (r=0.57). A moderate positive correlation was found between the total score of the adolescent psychopathology distress scale and the peer relation scale (r=0.43). An inverse but weak correlation was found with psychopathology distress scale  and social skills.
Conclusion: Psychopathology distress of adolescent girls are correlated with neuroticism of personality traits, overall adolescent peer relation. However, an inverse but weak correlation was found with social skills.
Melestarikan Budaya Peduli Ekosistem Mangrove Bagi Penyuluh Agama dan Organisasi Kepemudaan di Kota Kendari
Authors: Sakti Abdul , Sahindomi Bana  , Wiwin Rahmawati Nurdin  , Nurnaningsih Hamzah  , Abigael Ka’be  , Nurhayati Hadjar  , Lade Ahmaliun  , Pendais Haq  , La Ode Dinda  , La Ode Marhini  , Khabiirun  , Agus Rihu
Published: December 2024

Ekosistem mangrove Teluk Kendari memiliki peran penting dalam menjaga keseimbangan ekosistem pantai dan laut, terutama sebagai pelindung alami dari erosi pantai dan abrasi air laut, serta habitat bagi berbagai flora dan fauna. Namun, ekosistem ini terus menghadapi tekanan dari aktivitas manusia, seperti deforestasi untuk tambak, reklamasi, dan pembangunan pesisir, yang diperparah oleh perubahan iklim. Pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kesadaran akan kelestarian mangrove di Teluk Kendari, dengan melibatkan penyuluh agama dan organisasi kepemudaan. Kegiatan ini mencakup sosialisasi tentang pentingnya konservasi mangrove dan penanaman 300 bibit mangrove di kawasan tersebut. Penyuluh agama, sebagai pelopor di masyarakat, memiliki peran penting dalam menyebarkan budaya peduli lingkungan. Demikian pula, organisasi kepemudaan berperan sebagai agen perubahan yang mempromosikan nilai-nilai kepedulian lingkungan di kalangan anggota dan masyarakat yang lebih luas.
Melalui kolaborasi antara Universitas Halu Oleo, Kantor Wilayah Kementerian Agama Sulawesi Tenggara, dan Gerakan Pemuda Ansor, program ini diharapkan mampu menciptakan kader konservasi dan membangun budaya peduli lingkungan. Upaya ini tidak hanya berfokus pada penanaman mangrove, tetapi juga mengintegrasikan nilai-nilai keagamaan dan kepemudaan dalam praktik konservasi. Dengan demikian, program ini berkontribusi pada pelestarian ekosistem mangrove yang berkelanjutan di Teluk Kendari
Pemanfaatan Limbah kulit Buah sebagai Ekoenzim (Pupuk Organik Cair)
Authors: Sofyan Adnan , Idris Abd. Rachman  , Asrul Dedy A. Hasan  , Gunawan Hartono4
Published: December 2024

Limbah kulit buah merupakan bahan sisa yang bersifat organik merupakan sampah padat yang jika dibiarkan dapat menimbulkan bau tidak sedap dan dapat menggangu kenyamanan lingkungan sekitar. Pemanfaatan limbah dari kulit buah sudah banyak yang dilakukan seperti membuat kompos atau pupuk organik danlain sebagainya. Salah satu pemanfaatan limbah dari kulit buah adalah dengan memanfaatkannya dengan membuat ekoenzim. Enzim yang dihasilkan dari fermentasi ini adalah salah satu cara manajemen limbah yang memanfaatkan sisa-sisa dapur untuk menghasilkan sesuatu yang sangat bermanfaat. Ekoenzim dapat dijadikan cairan multifungsi dan aplikasinya meliputi rumah tangga, pertanian, peternakan, dan bahkan pada bidang kesehatan.  Limbah kulit buah yang digunakan dalam peneltian ini adalah nanas, papaya, jeruk, mangga dan semangka. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah untuk meningkatkan keterampilan kelompok tani/petani dalam pembuatan ekoenzim dengan memanfaatkan kulit buah nanas, papaya, jeruk, mangga dan semangka yang diaplikasikan pada tanaman chaisim sebagai pupuk cair.  Hasil dari kegiatan ini adalah sebanyak 25 peserta pelatihan terdapat 10 orang pria dan 15 orang perempuan memiliki tingakat persepsi dan pemahaman yang relatif sama. Hasil kegiatan juga menunjukkan peserta mampu secara mandiri untuk membuat ekoenzim dan mengaplikasikan pada tanah, tanaman dan lingkungan secara umum. Rekomendasi dari kegiatan ini perlu dilanjutkan sebagai upaya meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan masyarakat  dalam pemanfaatan sampah rumah tangga menjadi ekoenzim.
Kata kunci: Ekoenzim, nanas, papaya, jeruk, mangga, semangka
SYNTHESIS, CHARACTERIZATION AND CHOLINESTERASE INHIBITORY EFFECTS OF IBUPROFEN-BASED SPIROTHIAZOLIDINONES
Authors: Apaydın Çağla Begüm , Hasbal Çelikok Gozde , Yılmaz Özden Tuğba
Published: December 2024

Objective: A novel class of spirothiazolidinone derivatives were designed, synthesized, and assessed as possible acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyrylcholinesterase (BuChE) inhibitors for Alzheimer's disease therapy.
Material and Method: In this study, novel spirocyclic compounds were synthesized by one-pot reaction. IR, 1H NMR, 13C NMR, LC-MS and elemental analysis techniques have all been used to clarify the chemical structures of the compounds. AChE and BuChE inhibitory effects of compounds (4a-e and, 5a-e) were assayed according to Ellman’s method using galantamine as reference.
Result and Discussion: According to the inhibition data, compound 4e demonstrated the most promising activity against AChE, with an IC50 value of 39.53±1.94 µM, while compound 4b exhibited the most potential against BuChE, with an IC50 value of 95.97±1.79 µM.
Development and Validation of a Video-Based Passing Decision-Making Test for Soccer and Futsal
Authors: Gioldasis Aristotelis , Mitrotasios Michalis , Smirniotou Athanasia
Published: December 2024

Background: Success in team sports such as soccer and indoor soccer depends heavily on the ability to make accurate and quick decisions due to the dynamic and unpredictable nature of game conditions. This study aimed to create and verify a video-based test that evaluates decision making abilities in players participating in soccer and futsal (VPD SocFut).
Methods: The test was carefully designed using real-world video clips and underwent rigorous validation procedures that included content validity checks as well as assessments, for test retest reliability, construct and face validity.
Results: Content validity was ensured through two phases of expert evaluation of video clips, resulting in the selection of soccer and futsal clips that demonstrated 70% to 100% agreement in decision appropriateness and difficulty. Reliability was confirmed via test-retest measures, with Cohen’s Kappa values ranging from 0.402 to 1.000. Construct validity was supported by significant differences in passing decision-making performance between subelite and recreational adult and U18 soccer and futsal players (p < .001). Participants consistently rated the test as realistic and enjoyable, which confirmed its face validity.
Conclusion: Therefore, the VPD-SocFut suggests a reliable and valid tool for objectively evaluating passing decision-making performance in soccer and futsal.
Keywords: soccer, performance, decision-making, testing.
Communication Theory’s Impact on Volunteerism through the use of Graphic Designs: A Quantitative Study
Authors: Alzahrani Hayat Goman
Published: December 2024

Regarding visual communication in volunteer campaigns, graphic designers could work with Saudi society and encourage them to share their efforts in volunteer work. The understanding of volunteer motivation in Saudi society remains poorly studied. The different types of volunteer services, the reasons that motivate Saudi people to volunteer, and the conditions and forms of volunteering, can be considered key factors for graphic designers when they start volunteer projects. However, visual designers can lose track of what they are trying to present, so graphic designers tend to be confused by the ideas they wish to deliver. To fill this gap, this research has integrated three theoretical frameworks to explore strategies to attract volunteers. The challenges were addressed using a quantitative approach. It underlines the importance of graphic designers in educational volunteer work in different parts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Creators of graphic designs that connect with people must consider the cultures, social value messages, and behavior patterns of Saudi society.
Efficacy of Sulfur Supplementation for Improving Chromium Tolerance in Canola (Brassica napus L.)
Authors: Jahan Summera , Iqbal Sumera , Jabeen Khajista
Published: December 2024

Canola (Brassica napus L.) is an important oil seed crop globally. Currently, the impact of sulphur feeding on physiological, phytohormonal, and yield aspects of canola (var. Pakola) under chromium (Cr) stress is being investigated. The pot trial was carried out in a completely randomized design (CRD). The pot soils were treated with two levels of chromium, low (40 ppm) and high (160 ppm), as well as two levels of sulphur, low (50 ppm) and high (150 ppm). Plants were sampled at both vegetative and reproductive phases. The results showed that chromium had a detrimental effect on relative water content, chlorophyll content, protein content, indole acetic acid (IAA), gibberellic acid (GA), 100 seed weight, and pod length compared to control plants. However, under chromium stress, sugar and proline levels, as well as abscisic acid (ABA), increased dramatically. However, sulphur supplementation, especially under low chromium stress, resulted in considerable improvements in relative water content, chlorophyll and carotenoid levels, protein content, number of branches/plants, number of pods/branches, number of seeds/pod, and 100 seed weight (g).The current study's findings show that sufur feeding helps to mitigate the negative effects of chromium stress on the physiological, biochemical, and yield aspects of canola.
Integrated Influence of Banana Pseudostem Scuture Waste Compost and Mineral Fertilizer on Growth and Yield of Chia (Salvia hispanica)
Authors: Abro Shaukat Ali , Bux Dhani , Ali Mumtaz , Ahmed Shakeel , Parveen Shazia , Khan Juma , Ali Hamz , Ali Shahzeb , Khokhar Sana , Ali Sameer , Warsi Farkhunda
Published: December 2024

Integrated use of mineral fertilizers with organic sources like compost as a source of nutrients becomes more efficient in terms of boosting growth, increasing yield, and restoring soil fertility and soil health. A field experiment was initiated at the Medicinal Plants and Tobacco Research Institute (ARC) in Tandojam focusing on the cultivation of kalongi seed. The experiment was laid out in a Complete Randomized Block Design with six treatments with four replicates. The treatments were T1. Control T2, Compost+ 25% NPK, T3, Compost+ 50% NPK, T4, Compost+ 75% NPK and T6, Compost+ 100% NPK. The compost was uniformly applied in all treatments except control. The recommended dose of mineral fertilizer NPK (70: 30, 30, kg ha-1) was applied. Before conducting of field experiment banana waste compost was prepared banana waste fiber extraction unit in the Department of soil science. Banana psuedotem after the fiber extraction scuture waste was collected and blended with sugarcane press mud at a ratio of (70% banana scuture waste+30% sugarcane press mud) to have optimum compost product. The banana scuture waste was applied at the rate of 5 tons ha-1. The physicochemical properties of soil used for this Chia field experiment were slightly alkaline in reaction with EC 0.9 dSm-1, respectively. The soil texture of the experimental soil was silty loam, EC (0.9 dm-1), pH (6.0), OM% (2.7), N (0.25 %), P (25 ppm), K(36 ppm respectively. The results revealed that based on the mean, treatment T5 (Compost+ 100% NPK) applied had the maximum 127.54 cm plant height, 24.16 number of leaves plant-1, 2.00 cm stem girth, 111.40 g fresh weight, 31.08 g dry weight and 31.10 g grain yield of chia crop. Parallel to this control treatment (farmer practice) had a minimum plant height 71.63 cm number of leaves plant-1 14.31 stem girth 1.11, fresh weight 51.36g, plant dry weight 10.89 g, and grain yield 9.60 g plant-1. Whereas T4 compost + 75% NPK resulted in maximum 116.47 cm plant height, 22.14 numbers of leaves plant-1, 1.76 cm stem girth, 99.46 g fresh weight, 26.95 g dry weight, and 26.86 g grain yield. It was concluded T4 was statistically and economically significant and had better results for all growth parameters and seed yield recorded in the experiment. It is suggested that growers should apply banana scuture waste compost @ 5 tons ha along with 75% recommended NPK fertilizer by reducing 25% of chemical fertilizer for chia yield, soil fertility soil health, and eco and environmental sustainability under changing climate.
YAZMA EĞİTİMİ ALANINDA YAYIMLANAN LİSANSÜSTÜ TEZLERİN AKADEMİK METİN YAZMA İLKELERİNE UYGUNLUĞU ÜZERİNE BİR İNCELEME
Authors: Bulut Kenan , Kaya Engin
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, yazma eğitimi alanında yazılan tezlerin akademik metin yazma ilkelerine uygunluğunu belirlemektir. Bu amaç çerçevesinde yazma eğitimi alanında yazılan tezlerin dil ve anlatım, başlık, özet ve anahtar kelimelerinin; giriş, kuramsal çerçeve, yöntem, bulgular, tartışma ve sonuç bölümlerinin; öneriler ve alıntı sistemlerinin akademik metin yazma ilkelerine uygun olup olmadıkları belirlenmeye çalışılmıştır. Çalışma nitel araştırma türlerinden biri olan “temel nitel araştırma” desenine göre yürütülmüştür. Araştırmanın çalışma materyalini yazma eğitimi alanında yazılan 43’ü yüksek lisans, 24’ü doktora tezi olmak üzere toplam 67 lisansüstü tez oluşturmaktadır. Çalışmada veriler doküman incelemesine göre toplanmıştır. Verilerin toplanmasında araştırmacılar tarafından geliştirilen Tezlerin Akademik Yazma İlkelerine Uygunluğunu Değerlendirme Formu kullanılmıştır. Elde edilen veriler betimsel analizle çözümlenmiş, temalar altında, tablolar halinde sayı (N) ve yüzdeliklerle (%) sunulmuş ve yorumlanmıştır. Çalışmada incelenen doktora tezlerinin akademik metin yazma ilkelerine uygunluk düzeylerinin, yüksek lisans tezlerinin uygunluk düzeylerinden yüksek olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Araştırmacıların hem yüksek lisans hem de doktora tezlerinin başlık, özet ve anahtar kelimelerini; giriş, kuramsal çerçeve, bulgular bölümlerini; öneriler ve alıntı sistemlerini yazmada yetkin oldukları ve bunları büyük oranda akademik metin yazma ilkelerine uygun yazdıkları görülmüştür. Söz konusu tezlerin dil ve anlatım açısından da uygun oldukları belirlenmiştir. Buna karşın yöntem ve tartışma ve sonuç bölümlerini akademik metin yazma ilkelerine göre yeterince uygun yazmadıkları tespit edilmiştir. Çalışmanın sonunda çeşitli önerilere yer verilmiştir.
Classroom Interaction Management in Achievement-Related Diversity: A Conversation Analytic Examination
Authors: Şardağ Metin , Kaya Gökhan , Çakmakcı Gültekin
Published: December 2024

This research delves into the intricate dynamics of classroom interactions, focusing on how students perceived as potentially high- and low-achieving demonstrate their epistemic status within these interactions and how teachers respond to and manage these displays. By employing a micro-analytical perspective, this study meticulously examines the interactional strategies and features utilized by both students and teachers throughout the research process. The data were collected from Turkish science and mathematics classrooms as part of a comprehensive, long-term professional development course aimed at enhancing teaching practices. The findings reveal that students employ specific interactional tools, referred to as epistemic stances, which vary according to their perceived epistemic status. These stances serve as indicators of their knowledge, understanding, and engagement within the learning environment. Furthermore, the study highlights how the intentional design of classroom interactions, grounded in the concept of epistemic access, equips science and mathematics teachers with the means to effectively manage the diverse achievement levels in their classrooms. This design not only fosters inclusive participation but also ensures that both high- and low-achieving students are actively engaged in the learning process. The implications of this study extend beyond the immediate findings. It underscores the need for further research into the ways epistemics are displayed and managed in classroom settings. Additionally, the insights gained from this research have the potential to significantly contribute to the fields of science and mathematics education. They offer valuable guidance for teachers, teacher trainers, and educational policymakers in designing professional development courses aimed at enhancing the quality of classroom discourse.
The Relation between Chronotype, Depression, Anxiety, Internet Addiction and Academic Achievement in University Students
Authors: Ayhan Cemile Hürrem , Tanhan Fuat , Aktaş Mehmet Cihad , Yıldız Eda
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study; to determine the relation between chronotype, depression, stress, anxiety, internet addiction and academic achievement levels of university students with a descriptive and cross-sectional research design. The study was conducted with 645 university students. Data was collected using Information Form, Depression, Anxiety, Stress-21 Scale (DASS21), The Short Form of Young’s Internet Addiction Test (YIAT-SF) and Morning-Evening Questionnaire (MEQ). Data were analyzed by means, numbers, percentages, independent t-test and correlation. It was determined that the students' depression levels were moderate, their stress levels were mild, and their anxiety levels were mild. It was determined that the students were average internet users according to their total Young Internet Addiction Scale score averages. It was determined that the participants' chronotypes could be evaluated as intermediate types. It was determined that female students' stress and anxiety scores were statistically significantly higher than male students. (p
Evolving Dynamics of 21st Century Skills: A Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Kaya Suat
Published: December 2024

The aim of this study was to analyze recent topics discussed regarding 21st century skills. One of the approaches to defining a study’s subject is to examine research studies related to that field. The journal titled “Thinking Skills and Creativity,” which publishes research aligned with the purpose of this study, was used as the main data source. Bibliometric analysis was employed to scrutinize the data (972 publications) obtained from this journal. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics via the Web of Science (WOS) system initially. Subsequently, the VOSviewer software was employed for bibliometric analyses. The findings pertaining to research topics covered in this journal highlighted nine themes, which have been designated as follows: Enhancing Creativity and Learning in Education, Promoting Creativity and Problem-Solving in STEM Education, Nurturing Creativity and Development in Adolescent Education, Fostering Holistic Learning and Success in Education, Fostering Creativity and Critical Thinking in 21st Century Education, Nurturing Creativity and Learning in Children, Exploring Creative Thinking and Individual Differences, Promoting Critical Thinking and Creativity in Education, Fostering Creativity and Collaboration in Secondary Education.
Türkiye’deki Yükseköğretim Kurumlarının Raporlara Yansıyan Arşiv Faaliyetlerinin Analizi
Authors: Kır Turgay , Kır Bahadır , Keskin İshak
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışmada Türkiye’deki yükseköğretim kurumlarının Devlet Arşiv Hizmetleri Hakkında Yönetmelik gereği, yerine getirmesi gereken arşiv faaliyetleri üzerinden arşivlere bakışının incelenmesi hedeflenmiştir. Nitel yöntemle hazırlanan çalışmada durum çalışması deseni kullanılmış, veri toplama tekniği kapsamında belgesel taramadan yararlanılmış ve veri analiz tekniği olarak da doküman analizi tekniğinden faydalanılmıştır. 5018 sayılı Kanun’un ilgili maddeleri gereği hesap verme sorumluluğu çerçevesinde devlet üniversiteleri her yıl idare faaliyet raporu hazırlayarak yayımlamıştır. Vakıf yükseköğretim kurumları ise her yıl bir önceki yıla ilişkin olarak kurum iç değerlendirme raporu hazırlayarak yayımlamıştır. Bu çerçevede 2019 yılında yürürlüğe giren Devlet Arşiv Hizmetleri Hakkında Yönetmelik’te geçen yükümlü kurumlar arasında yer alan yükseköğretim kurumlarının, 2019-2022 yıllarına ait raporlarında belirtilen arşiv aktiviteleri üzerinden arşivlere bakışlarının değerlendirmesi yapılmıştır. Raporları üzerinden arşiv aktiviteleri incelenen yükseköğretim kurumları devlet yükseköğretim kurumları ve vakıf yükseköğretim kurumları şeklinde iki ayrı kategoriye ayrılmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda devlet üniversitelerinin yayımlamış olduğu 2019, 2020, 2021 ve 2022 yıllarına ait idare faaliyet raporlarında arşiv faaliyetlerine yönelik verilen bilgiler, devlet üniversiteleri grubunda altı başlık altında incelenmiştir. Vakıf yükseköğretim kurumlarının ise dört yıla ait kurum iç değerlendirme raporlarında arşiv faaliyetlerine yönelik verilen bilgiler kategorize edilerek kurumlar beş başlık altında incelenmiştir. Çalışmanın önemli bir bulgusu olarak 38’i devlet 15’i ise vakıf olmak üzere 53 üniversitenin dört yıla ait raporlarında arşiv faaliyetleri ile ilgili bilgilere yer vermedikleri görülmüştür. Araştırmada elde edilen bulgular dikkate alınarak devlet ve vakıf yükseköğretim kurumlarının birçoğunun ilgili mevzuat hükümlerine uymadıkları belirlenmiş, bu noktada arşiv faaliyetlerinin sağlıklı bir şekilde yürütülmesi için öneriler sunulmuştur. Bu çalışma, Türkiye’deki yükseköğretim kurumlarının raporları üzerinden kurumların arşiv faaliyetlerinin irdelenmesi ve raporların eksiksiz bir şekilde kamuoyuna sunulup sunulmadığı noktasında Devlet Arşivleri Başkanlığı İdare Faaliyet Raporlarını ve İç Denetim Koordinasyon Kurulunun Kamu İç Denetim Genel Raporlarının incelemesi ve kendi konusunda hazırlanan ilk çalışma olması nedeniyle diğer çalışmalardan ayrılmaktadır. Dolayısıyla çalışma, raporlar üzerinden kurumların ve üst kamu iradesinin hangi arşiv faaliyetlerini acil bir iş alanı olarak gördüğü ve hangi arşiv faaliyetlerini de acil kodlu olarak değerlendirmediği yönüyle özgün bir değere sahiptir. Kendi konusunda daha önce yapılmamış bir analiz çalışması olması nedeniyle de ilktir.
Palmiye ağacı yaprak kınlarının kompozit levha üretiminde değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Ustaömer Derya , Topaloğlu Elif , Ozturk Murat
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışma kapsamında palmiye ağacı gövde kısmına yakın yaprak kınlarının kompozit levha üretiminde değerlendirilme imkânları araştırılmıştır. Çalışmada kullanılan palmiye ağacı, Giresun ilinden alınmıştır. Palmiye ağacı gövdesi kesimden sonra birkaç bölüme ayrılmış ve bir süre doğal kurutmaya bırakılmıştır. Kompozit levha üretimi için kullanılacak olan palmiye ağacı yaprak kınları bir bıçak yardımıyla gövdeden tek parça halinde kesilmiştir. Levha taslağı içerisinde tabaka olarak kullanılan farklı sayılardaki yaprak kınları ticari kayın liflerine karıştırılmış olup üre formaldehit (ÜF) tutkalı ve parafin kullanılarak beş farklı kompozit levha üretilmiştir. Üretilen kompozit levha örneklerinin su alma ve kalınlığına şişme oranları, eğilme direnci ve elastikiyet modülü değerleri ilgili standartlara göre belirlenmiştir. Kompozit levhayı oluşturan palmiye yaprak kını ve kayın liflerinin lif karakteristikleri Franklin maserasyon yöntemiyle belirlenmiştir. Çalışma sonucunda üretimde kullanılan yaprak kını sayısına göre üretilen kompozit levhaların su alma ve kalınlığına şişme yüzdelerinin kontrol örneğine kıyasla azaldığı, yaprak kınlarının levha taslağındaki kullanım yerine göre MOR ve MOE değerlerinin değişim gösterdiği belirlenmiştir.
Shaping the Bench: The Effect of Ideology and Performance on Judicial Reappointments
Authors: Hermansen Silje Synnøve Lyder , Naurin Daniel
Published: December 2024

Judicial appointments allow selectors to advance policy goals by appointing influential judges who share their ideological preferences. Under renewable terms, information from judicial records becomes crucial for identifying desirable candidates. While prior research has focused on judicial voting, we examine how expectations about judges’ influence on case law shape reappointments. Using original data on all potential reappointments to the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), we show that governments select judges based on both ideology and potential impact. Secret voting -- intended to safeguard judicial independence -- fails to shield judges from ideological deselection. However, reappointment levels remain high because governments recognize the need to translate preferences into policies. Peer selection to influential court positions thus favors the reappointment of high-performing judges, while non-selective processes do not. Our findings challenge the belief that renewable terms weaken judicial independence, showing that selectors indirectly rely on peer evaluations for reappointments.
Uso del modelo de Bernoulli para analizar la distribución de bajas parciales por curso en la UPR-Bayamón
Authors: Matos- Díaz Horacio
Published: December 2024

Usando un archivo longitudinal de los 39,337 cursos ofrecidos en la UPR-Bayamón durante 41 semestres consecutivos, se analiza la distribución de bajas parciales por curso a través de los primeros cuatro momentos: media, varianza, asimetría, y curtosis. Las características de los cursos, de los estudiantes, y muy particularmente, la heterogeneidad inobservable de los profesores, ejercen una fuerte y significativa influencia sobre el comportamiento de los momentos a través del tiempo. Parecería, que profesores y estudiantes están involucrados en un proceso de ir de compras que les beneficia mutuamente a expensas de los estándares académicos y de la calidad de la educación provista.
Effects of covid-19 and strategies employed by entrepreneurs in the Peruvian gastronomic sector during the pandemic
Authors: Soria-Barreto Karla , Romaní Gianni , Peralta-Godoy Guillermo , Flores-Goycochea Rafael , Ruiz-Sevillano Eduardo
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the impact of the coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic on the gastronomic sector in Lima, Peru. The theory of dynamic capabilities an appropriate theoretical framework for analyzing how Peruvian gastronomic entrepreneurs have adapted and responded effectively to the challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Through questionnaires and in-depth interviews, the study examines response strategies these businesses adopted to mitigate pandemic consequences. The findings reveal a significant sales reduction as the pandemic’s primary effect, attributed to reduced customer traffic due to government-imposed quarantines. Marketing strategies, operational shifts, and cost reductions were common survival tactics. Despite challenges, the study underscores the gastronomy sector’s adaptability, creativity, and preparedness in navigating the crisis. Practical implications include the importance of crisis management planning.
Analysis of Islamic Economic Perspectives on Shopee Paylater Transactions
Authors: Nurlaesa Nita , Ulfah Indar Fauziah
Published: December 2024

Shopee paylater is a digital payment method that makes it easy for consumers to buy goods now and then pay later according to an agreed time limit. Shopee paylater is an alternative that makes it easier for people to access loans without the need for a credit card. Because usually applying for a credit card at a bank requires very long steps, but with the "buy now, pay later" feature in Paylater, users can easily perform installment services without having to have a credit card and the application process is very easy. The rise of these transactions raises the question of how these transactions if seen in the view of Islamic economics. The purpose of this research is to find out how Islamic economics views transactions with the shopee paylater payment method. The method used by the author in this research is descriptive qualitative method with literature study data collection techniques in existing journals. The results of the study reveal that the shopee paylater payment method uses a qardh contract but does not fulfill Islamic sharia because it contains elements of usury where there are additional conditions of interest and fines if there is a delay in payment.
A Conceptual Framework for Open Distance Learning of Economics in Malaysia
Authors: Ming Lee Siu , Ann Lim Chee
Published: December 2024

The aim of the paper is to propose a comprehensive conceptual framework of open and distance learning (ODL) for economics courses to enhance the effectiveness and accessibility of economics education. The rise of ODL, fueled by advances in digital technology, has significantly transformed higher education, providing flexible learning opportunities that transcend geographical limitations. However, teaching economics in an ODL environment presents unique challenges, particularly in maintaining student engagement and delivering complex theoretical content. This research draws from literature review and key concepts to conceptualise a model for ODL in economics undergraduate teaching and learning. The proposed framework emphasizes the integration of synchronous and asynchronous learning methods, the use of Learning Management Systems (LMS) and the incorporation of interactive technologies such as virtual and augmented reality to facilitate an engaging and effective learning experience. Additionally, the framework addresses curriculum design, student engagement and assessment strategies, proposing a balanced approach that combines traditional teaching methods with innovative digital tools. By focusing on the goal of teaching students to "think like an economist," this framework provides a structured approach to ODL that enhances both the delivery and the reception of economic education. The paper’s recommendations are to modernize the curriculum, strengthen institutional support and optimize the use of digital tools in the teaching of macroeconomics. This research contributes to the broader discourse on the potential of ODL to transform economics education in Malaysia and beyond.