bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Do the attributes of a risk management committee affect company performance? A comparative study before and after the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Alqatamin Rateb Mohammad , Altawalbeh Mohammad Abdullah , Shbeilat Mohammad K.
Published: March 2024

This study focuses on the association between specific attributes of risk management committees (RMCs) and the performance of financial companies listed on the Amman Stock Exchange (ASE). The chosen period, from 2017 to 2022, allows for the examination of trends and changes over time (Callahan & Soileau, 2017). The results indicate that the size of the RMC, independence, and gender diversity within the committee are positively and significantly related to company performance. By contrast, the frequency of meetings and the experience of RMC members do not seem to have a significant impact on performance. The results have potential implications for both managers and boards of companies. By understanding the positive relationship between certain RMC characteristics and firm performance, decision-makers can make informed choices when structuring their RMC. This, in turn, would contribute to enhancing the overall corporate governance of the company, which is crucial for its success. We acknowledge that the association between RMC attributes and firm performance is not yet fully understood. Despite this ambiguity, our research contributes to prior studies by shedding light on the specific roles that various RMC characteristics play in driving firm performance, thereby deepening our understanding of the complex interactions between corporate governance mechanisms and company outcomes.
Causes and consequences of divorce in a long-lived socially monogamous bird
Authors: Speelman Frigg , Burke Terry , Komdeur Jan , Richardson David , Dugdale Hannah
Published: March 2024

In socially monogamous species, sexual selection not only depends on
initial mate choice but also mate switching. To date, studies lack
assessment of differences between passive (widowhood) and active
(divorce) mate switching, longer-term fitness consequences, and how age
masks reproductive costs and benefits of divorce. We investigated causes
and long-term consequences of divorce and their age-dependence using
longitudinal data on Seychelles warblers (Acrocephalus sechellensis),
and experimentally test for short-term effects of mate-switching. Young
and old males, but not females, divorced most frequently. Divorce
propensity declined with pair bond duration and reproductive success in
both sexes, but mate switching did not result in short-term costs.
Divorcees did not gain short- or long-term fitness benefits compared to
non-divorcees. In fact, female early-life divorcees that lost their
breeding position had lower survival than females that never divorced.
Divorce is likely a strategy to escape poor-quality partnerships, but
not all divorcees benefit from divorcing.
Population pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic model of subcutaneous bupivacaine in a novel extended-release microparticle formulation
Authors: Lund Trine , Storgaard Ida , Jensen Elisabeth Kjær , Bøgevig Søren , Balchen Torben , Springborg Anders Holten , Royal Mike Allan , Møller Kirsten , Werner Mads Utke
Published: March 2024

The objective of this study was to develop a population
pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic model of subcutaneously administered
bupivacaine in a novel extended release microparticle formulation for
postoperative pain management. Bupivacaine was administered
subcutaneously in the lower leg to 28 healthy male subjects in doses
from 150 to 600 mg in a phase 1 randomized, placebo-controlled,
double-blind, dose-ascending study with two different compositions of
microparticle formulations called LIQ865. Population
pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic models were fitted to plasma
concentration-effect-time data using non-linear mixed-effects modeling.
The pharmacokinetics were best described by a two-compartment model with
biphasic absorption as two parallel absorption processes: a fast,
zero-order process and a slower, first-order process with two transit
compartments. The slow absorption process was found to be dose-dependent
and rate-limiting for bupivacaine clearance at higher doses. Bupivacaine
clearance and the transit rate constant describing the slow absorption
process both decreased with increasing doses following a power function
with a shared covariate effect of dose on the two parameters. The
pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic relationship between plasma
concentrations and effect was best described by a linear function. This
model gives new insight into the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
of microparticle formulations of bupivacaine, and the biphasic
absorption seen for several local anesthetics.
Evaluation of medication adherence in hypertension, dyslipidemia, and diabetes using health insurance claims: a population-based cohort study in Japan
Authors: Matsumoto Minako , Harada Sei , Ikuta Harufumi , Iida Miho , Kato Suzuka , Sata Mizuki , Takuma Shibuki , Ishibashi Yoshiki , Miyagawa Naoko , Hisamatsu Moeko , Hirata Aya , Kuwabara Kazuyo , Takeuchi Ayano , Sugiyama Daisuke , Suzuki Sayo , Nakamura Tomonori , Okamura Tomonori , Takebayashi Toru
Published: March 2024

Purpose: Hypertension (HT), dyslipidemia (DL), and diabetes
mellitus (DM) are major risk factors for cardiovascular diseases.
Despite the wide availability of medications to reduce this risk, poor
adherence to medications remains an issue. The aim of this study is to
evaluate medication adherence of prevalent users in these disease
medications (HT, DL, DM) using claims data. Factors associated with
non-adherence were also examined. Methods: Of 7,538
participants of the Tsuruoka Metabolomics Cohort Study, 3,737（HT:
2,724, DL: 2,137, DM: 665) were identified as prevalent users of these
disease medications. Information on lifestyle was collected through a
questionnaire. Adherence was assessed by a proportion of days covered
(PDC) and participants with PDC ≥ 0.8 were defined as adherent.
Predictors of non-adherence were determined by performing multivariable
logistic regression. Results: Medication adherence differed by
medication groups. Those with DL-only showed the lowest adherence
(79.6%), followed by those with DM-only (81.7%) and those with HT-only
(89.8%). The associations were observed especially among those with no
comorbidities. Determinants associated with non-adherence in each
medication group were skipping breakfast and poor understanding of
medications among those with HT, females, having comorbidities, having
the medical history of stroke, and drinking habit among those with DL,
and skipping breakfast among those with DM. Conclusion: While
participants showed high medication adherence, differences were observed
across medication groups. The identified predictors of non-adherence
could help target those in need of adherence support.
Rational thinking on human gene editing technology
Authors: Chen Long
Published: March 2024

Human gene editing technology is a technology to accurately modify human
genome or transcription products. Its application and development have
opened a new journey for human beings to discover and change their own
destiny. With the deepening penetration of gene editing technology into
human life, it is urgent to strengthen the risk prevention of its
technology. This paper holds that gene therapy and gene enhancement
should be strictly distinguished in the specific governance measures of
human gene editing technology. Gene therapy should generally be allowed.
For gene enhancement, it is strictly forbidden to pursue individual gene
enhancement with special endowments. The gene editing behavior against
human germ cells and embryos should be resisted in principle and allowed
only when exceptions are made.
Emergency responses for a health workforce under pressure: Lessons learned from system responses to the first wave of the pandemic in Canada
Authors: Bourgeault Ivy , Coates Alison , Mihailescu Mara
Published: March 2024

The global health workforce crisis, simmering for decades, was brought
to a rolling boil by the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2020. With scarce
literature, evidence, or best practices to draw from, countries around
the world moved to flex their workforces to meet acute challenges of the
pandemic, facing demands related to patient volume, patient acuity, and
worker vulnerability and absenteeism. One early hypothesis suggested
that the acute, short-term pandemic phase would be followed by several
waves of resource demands extending over the longer term. However, as
the acute phase of the pandemic abated, temporary workforce policies
expired and others were repealed with a view of returning to “normal”.
The workforce needs of subsequent phases of pandemic effects were
largely ignored despite our new equilibrium resting nowhere near our
pre-COVID baseline. In this paper, we describe Canada’s early pandemic
workforce response. We report the results of an environmental scan of
the early workforce strategies adopted in Canada during the first COVID
wave of the COVID 19 pandemic. Within a three-part framework for
supporting a sustainable health workforce, we describe 470 strategies
and policies that aimed to increase the numbers and flexibility of
health workers in Canada, and to maximise their continued availability
to work. These strategies targeted all types of health workers and
roles, enabling changes to the places health work is done, the way in
which care is delivered, and the mechanisms by which it is regulated.
Telehealth strategies and virtual care were the most prevalent, followed
by role expansion, licensure flexibility, mental health supports for
workers, and return to practice of retirees. We explore the degree to
which these short-term, acute response strategies might be adapted or
extended to support the evolving workforce’s long-term needs.
Polyethylene glycol hypersensitivity, patient outcomes in a seven year retrospective study.
Authors: Kayode Oyindamola Stephanie , Nakonechna Alla , Siew Leonard , Dziadzio Magdalena , Kennard Lucinda , Rutkowski Krzysztof , Mirakian Rita , Wagner Annette
Published: March 2024

Background: Immediate IgE-mediated hypersensitivity reactions to
polyethylene glycol (PEG) are rare. Our understanding of PEG
hypersensitivity reactions is limited. We evaluate the clinical
characteristics and investigation outcomes of the largest cohort of PEG
allergic patients reported so far. Method: 44 patients investigated for
suspected PEG allergy across four UK tertiary allergy centres between
October 2013 and December 2020 were studied. Clinical characteristics,
details of index reaction, and approaches to and outcomes of allergy
investigations were analysed. Results: PEG hypersensitivity was
confirmed in 42 of 44 cases. Macrogol laxatives were the most common
index drugs reported (23%), followed by depo-medroxyprogesterone
(19%), oral penicillin V (10%), and depo-methylprednisolone (10%).
61% experienced grade III anaphylaxis. Intradermal testing (IDT)
increased the diagnostic sensitivity from 51% to 85%. Five patients
experienced systemic reactions during IDT. Of the five patients, two
were skin prick test (SPT)-positive to a high molecular weight (MW) PEG.
Seven PEG-allergic patients reported tolerance to H1 antihistamines
containing PEG. Administration of mRNA COVID-19 (n=5) or AZ COVID-19
vaccines (n=14) was tolerated in 16 patients. Conclusion: PEG
hypersensitivity is an uncommon cause of drug-induced anaphylaxis. Four
index drugs accounted for two-thirds of cases and reactions to these
drugs should prompt PEG hypersensitivity investigations. PEG IDT
increases diagnostic yield. The role of SPT with higher MW PEGs requires
further attention. We observed no correlation in PEG dose and
concentration between the implicated and tolerated PEG-containing drugs.
Further studies are required to understand PEG thresholds and PEG
equivalent doses of various administration routes. COVID-19 vaccines
were tolerated by all exposed.
SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF MIGRATORY SHOREBIRDS CARNIVOROUS DIET IN THEIR NON-BREEDING PERIOD IN THE AMERICAS
Authors: Angarita-Báez Jenny , Carlos Caio
Published: March 2024

Studying the trophic ecology of animals is crucial for comprehending
their life history. Migratory shorebirds, characterized as opportunistic
species, traverse diverse distances in pursuit of food. A comprehensive
systematic review was conducted by the researchers using Scopus, Web of
Science, SciELO, and Google Academic databases to scrutinize the diets
of 41 migratory shorebirds in the Americas. The analysis encompassed 94
documents, including 85 papers and 8 theses published from 1919 to July
2023. Over 90% of the results originate from studies concentrating on
feces and intestinal tract analysis, with only two documents employing
molecular analysis and DNA. Long-distance migratory species,
particularly those in the Atlantic flyway, underwent frequent scrutiny,
with substantial contributions from research conducted in Argentina,
Brazil, and the USA. Among these species, Limnodromus griseus and Tringa
flavipes were noteworthy for having the highest reported prey items. At
the order level Diptera, Coleoptera, Littorinimorpha, Decapoda, and
Hymenoptera were the most common prey items in the shorebird diet, with
diverse representatives identified across the five regions analyzed.
Stopover sites utilized by these birds offer diverse food resources
influenced by intrinsic environmental conditions. Although coastal areas
exhibited similarities in prey items such as Mollusca, Annelida, and
Decapoda, dissimilarities were observed between shorebird diets. This
variation is attributed to migratory shorebirds’ remarkable ability to
explore various prey items during their migration. Despite advancements,
information gaps persist in crucial conservation areas, particularly in
tropical regions along the midcontinental and Pacific flyway. Migratory
shorebird populations are declining, encountering challenges in stopover
and non-breeding areas. Understanding the variability of their diets is
paramount for making informed decisions in conservation efforts.
Addressing these gaps will contribute to the effective conservation of
migratory shorebirds and their habitats.
AMORA: An Advanced Malleable and Operational Framework for Performance Prediction of Big Data Systems
Authors: lin weiwei , Xu Haojun , Zhong Haocheng , Chen Fan , Hu Zhengyang
Published: March 2024

In the data era, big data systems have emerged as pivotal tools,
underscoring the importance of performance prediction in enhancing the
efficiency of big data clusters. Numerous performance models have been
proposed, often grounded in artificial intelligence or simulation
methodologies. While the buck of research focuses on refining prediction
precision and minimizing overhead, limited attention has been given to
the consignation and standardization of these models. To bridge this gap
between model developers and end-users, this paper introduces AMORA—a
novel versatile framework tailored for predicting the performance of big
data systems. Leveraging the identified Behavior
Descriptions-Computation Submodels (BD-CS) pattern that is prevalent
among various big data job performance models, AMORA allows access to
different plugins accommodating different performance models’
implementations. This framework also integrates a novel mutable
computation graph technique to facilitate backtracking computation.
Furthermore, AMORA’s functionality extends to comprehensive end-to-end
usability by enabling the acceptance of origin configuration files from
diverse big data systems and presenting easily interpretable prediction
reports. This work demonstrates AMORA’s efficacy in producing an
accurate trace of Hadoop job through the selection of appropriate
performance model plugins and parameter adjustments and showcasing the
application of the proposed mutable computation graph technique in
calculating the starting moment of an early-start reducer. Additionally,
two validation experiments are conducted, involving the implementation
of various Hadoop and Spark performance models, respectively, to exhibit
AMORA’s role as a benchmark platform for implementing various types of
big data job performance models catered to diverse big data systems.
Phase resetting of audio-visual multisensory neurons in the human temporal cortex
Authors: Li Yueying , Noguchi Yasuki
Published: March 2024

Integrating auditory and visual inputs plays an important role in
language processing and social perception. We presently investigated
mechanisms of this audio-visual (A-V) integration by analyzing temporal
characteristics of multisensory neurons in the human brain.
Specifically, an inter-trial coherence (ITC, neural index for phase
resetting) of scalp electroencephalography (EEG) were measured while
participants made a temporal-order judgment between a beep (A) and a
flash (V). The posterior temporal region showed higher ITC (phase
resetting) to bimodal (A+V) than unimodal (A or V) stimuli, showing an
involvement of multisensory neurons selectively reacting to the bimodal
inputs. They responded more vigorously as a beep-flash SOA
(stimulus-onset asynchrony) came closer to 0 ms. Finally, this increase
in ITC was most clearly seen in beta band (13-30 Hz). These results
indicate that multisensory neurons with a basic rhythm of 13- 30 Hz play
a critical role in human A-V integration.
Similarities and Differences in Diabetes Diagnosis Stories Among Adults With Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes in Appalachian Ohio
Authors: Pugh Andrew , Ritholz Marilyn D. , Beverly Elizabeth A.
Published: March 2024

This qualitative study examined adults’ recollections of their reactions to their diabetes diagnosis and explored the similarities and differences among those diagnosed with type 1 versus type 2 diabetes. Based on semistructured interviews, the authors identified three themes: 1) shared emotional reactions of fear, sadness, confusion, and worry; 2) perceived differences in expressing concerns for diabetes complications; and 3) differences in perceiving the diagnosis as a surprise versus an inevitability. How health care professionals (HCPs) deliver diabetes diagnoses may be crucial to individuals’ acceptance of the condition and coping strategies. HCPs should consider assessing people’s emotional reactions to their diagnosis.
Inclusion of Children and Youth in Foster Families: Aims, Challenges and Solutions
Authors: Rysst Mari
Published: March 2024

This chapter addresses aims and challenges in the processes of including children and youth in foster families and suggests a solution inspired by anthropological literature. I argue that the ‘best interests of the child’ are closely tied to staying in a stable foster home, which emerged in interviews with children in the Norwegian Child Welfare Services (CWS) and foster parents. I introduce anthropological approaches to kinship to discuss how successful foster care may be challenged by the cultural dominance of the biological principle as enshrined in the best interests of the child in both the Children Act (1981, amended 1997) and the Adoption Act (2017, amended 2022). It is suggested that reduced emphasis on biology and increased focus on sociality and attachment quality may increase the success of inclusion, or kinning, of children and youth in foster families. This resonates with developments in biomedicine and biotechnology, which inspire new ways of thinking about kinship and family that could result in a reconstruction of family and kinship, for instance inspired by anthropological literature.
Norwegian Child Welfare Cases in the European Court of Human Rights – an Ethical Perspective on the Judgments
Authors: Netland Grethe
Published: March 2024

In this chapter, light is shed on one of the many Norwegian child welfare cases that have been handled by the European Court of Human Rights. The case is particularly important as a source of legal understanding of what the right to family life amounts to in such cases. The most important lesson domestic authorities can learn from the judgment is that substantial weight has to be placed on the goal of reunification between natural parents and a child who is in public care. The focus of the chapter is the moral basis of this goal. By scrutinising the judges’ reasoning, I trace the family values and normative ethical approaches (duty, consequentialist and virtue ethical) that are expressed in the judgment. I conclude by pointing to a possible danger in the Court’s emphasis on the value-based duty ethical principle of reunification, namely that other considerations of what is best for a child are overshadowed. I defend a virtue ethical approach to child welfare cases, characterised by holistic reasoning in deciding what is best for the child.
High-Order Questions Improve Students' Critical Thinking Skills In Elementary Schools
Authors: Widya Karmila Sari Achmad  , Unga Utami
Published: March 2024

Critical thinking is an essential and well-established skill for meeting workers' demands in the 21st century. In today's era, teaching and training students in critical thinking skills, even from elementary school, is essential. However, there are still many students who have low critical thinking skills. This study aims to analyze and describe the effect of the effectiveness of high-level questions in developing students' critical thinking skills in elementary schools. The research method used a one-group pretest and posttest experimental design, which was carried out in three elementary schools. The population of this study was three teachers and 102 students. Instruments in this quantitative research include questionnaires, observations, and interview guidelines. Data analysis techniques in this study are descriptive qualitative and quantitative analysis and inferential statistics. The study results showed a significant difference between the pretest and posttest scores of the students obtained from the results of studying the high-level questions. Second, high-level questions are practical for developing elementary school students critical thinking skills. It is concluded that high-order questions can improve critical thinking skills in elementary school students.
Elementary School Teachers’ Readiness in Teaching Technology-based Literacy
Authors: Padmadewi Ni Nyoman , Artini Luh Putu , Ratminingsih Ni Made , Trika Adi Ana I Ketut
Published: March 2024

The Independent Curriculum requires teachers to have the ability to use technology in the learning process and improve students' literacy skills. However, there are still many teachers who experience difficulties in using technology and increasing student literacy. For this reason, this study aims to identify the effect of multimodal training on increasing teacher readiness to implement technology-based literacy learning. This research is a mixed-method study with a concurrent triangulation design involving 24 English teachers. Methods of data collection through questionnaires, interviews and observation. Data were analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. This study found that teacher readiness in implementing technology-based literacy learning increased significantly after multimodal training. These results are supported by qualitative data showing that teachers feel better prepared to teach literacy in English. This study also found that teachers positively perceive multimodal training. It can be concluded that multimodal training positively affects teacher readiness in implementing technology-based English literacy learning. Thus, implementing multimodal training can be used as a solution to solve teacher problems in conducting the teaching and learning process using technology and increasing student literacy.
Problem Based Learning Models Helped by Student Worksheets Improve Higher Order Thinking Skills
Authors: Sujana I Wayan
Published: March 2024

Using interesting learning media is rarely done, causing students difficulties in learning. In addition, teachers have difficulty creating learning processes using various learning models, so students feel bored learning. This study aimed to analyze the LKPD Assisted Problem Based Learning Model in improving higher-order thinking skills in Grade V elementary school students. This type of research is quantitative research. This research is categorized as quasi-experimental research. The research design used was the one-group pretest-posttest design. The population in this study were all fifth-grade elementary school students consisting of 2 classes. The sampling technique is purposive sampling. In this study, the data collection technique used was a test. The instrument used to measure higher-order thinking skills is a multiple-choice objective test. The data analysis technique used is parametric statistics, namely the t-test. The analysis results show differences in the level of critical thinking skills of fifth-grade students before using the LKPD-assisted Problem-Based Learning model and the fifth-grade students' critical thinking skills after using the LKPD-assisted Problem-Based Learning model. It was concluded that the Problem-Based Learning model assisted by LKPD could improve the critical thinking skills of fifth-grade students.
Animation Video Media Using Directed Reading Thinking Activity (DRTA) Strategies Improve Reading Understanding of Indonesian Language
Authors: Ni Nyoman Ganing  , I Gusti Agung Ayu Wulandari
Published: March 2024

The difficulties students face, especially in reading comprehension activities, are that they need help understanding the contents of the stories they have read, so they are less able to answer questions related to the contents of the reading. The difficulties faced by these students were because students needed to be included in communicating and contributing to learning activities. This study aims to analyze animated video media with the directed reading thinking activity (DRTA) strategy for reading comprehension in Indonesian. This research is a quasi-experimental, posttest-only design with no treatment control design. The population is all 9 classes of fourth-grade elementary school, with 327 students. Determination of the research sample using a random sampling technique. Non-test method data collection. The data collection instrument is Observation. The data analysis method is the inferential statistical analysis method. The method of data analysis is an inferential statistical analysis technique and t-test. The study results showed a significant influence on the ability to read Indonesian language comprehension between the group taught the Directed Reading Thinking Activity (DRTA) strategy and the group taught using conventional learning in fourth-grade elementary school students. It was concluded that animated video media with the directed reading thinking activity (DRTA) strategy could improve reading comprehension skills in Indonesian.
Student Proportional Reasoning on Missing Value Problems Based on Multiplicative Concepts
Authors: M Nur Isman , Diah Prawitha Sari  , Saleh Rusmin
Published: March 2024

Proportional reasoning involves an understanding of the relationship of the overall multiplicative partitions between ratios and proportions. However, the problem that is often faced by students in proportional reasoning is that students tend to use additive strategies which can cause students to get incorrect answers. This study aims to analyze and describe students' proportional reasoning in solving the missing value problem based on the multiplicative concept. The research design used a qualitative approach with exploratory descriptive type. The research subjects were 3 students of grade VII. Research subjects were selected based on their oral and written communication skills and the considerations of mathematics teachers. Collecting data using the missing value problem solving test and interview guidelines. Data analysis based on the results of student work and the results of interviews directed to determine the research focus in the form of characteristics and indicators of proportional reasoning. The results of the study found three categories of students' proportional reasoning in solving the missing value problem, namely the "additive" category, students observing objects using the sum concept. The multiplicative category of the "within ratio" type, students observe objects using the multiplicative concept between elements in the same ratio. Multiplicative category of type "between ratios", students observe objects using the concept of multiplication between elements in different ratios.
The Reactualization of Sipakatau, Sipakalebbi, and Sipakainge’ Values Using La Galigo Comic with Augmented Reality
Authors: Tikson Shinta Dewi Sugiharti , Samintang  , Firdaus  , Andi Khaerun Nisa  , Wahda  , Mustafa Fahrina
Published: March 2024

Base on observation there is no educative and interactive learning media in local content lessons related to strengthening student character. This study aims to analyze student interest and enthusiasm in local content lessons, understand the values, diversity, and inclusivity contained in La Galigo through Augmented Reality (AR)-based comic. This study is use Wilcoxon signed-rank test is used to compare the pre-test and post-test, also comparing anecdotal notes of student activities. A total of 14 students from the 4th and 5th grade participated in this program. Data collection is use observations, anecdotal records, and in-depth interviews were also used to assess students' personalities. Based on the evaluation of the pre-test and post-test, there is an increase in students' knowledge after the comic learning method is used. Changes in student’s knowledge and attitude are accomplished through the use of continuous assessment indicators and the involvement of the teacher in the classroom. It is hoped that this innovation can help students develop better character by incorporating trisipaka-based values (sipakatau, sipakalebbi, and sipakainge') into their daily lives.
Policy Analysis of the Implementation of Merdeka Curriculum in Elementary School
Authors: Putri Lestari Nyoman Ayu , Selpi Wahyuni Luh Tu , Bagus Arnyana Ida Putu , Dantes Nyoman
Published: March 2024

Merdeka Curriculum is a government effort to revamp primary education, facilitate more relevant, creative, and innovative situation for students. However, despite its promising concept, the Merdeka Curriculum in elementary schools still faces various challenges. One of the main issues is the lack of understanding and preparedness among schools and teachers regarding curriculum changes. This study aimed to analyze the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum policy in elementary schools. The data analysis in this study utilizes quantitative descriptive analysis techniques. Research participants consist of teachers, principals, and staff at elementary school. The data collection technique in this study also conducted through interview, and observation is to conduct surveys by distributing questionnaires that have passed validation. The results of the research with the number of respondents were two school principals and two class teachers with a percentage of 66.68% in the very good category, then 33.32% in the good category, and no one got the adequate or poor categories for each element. The conclusion in this research is that the independent curriculum can be implemented well and needs to be improved. The significant implications of this research contribute to a deeper understanding of the policy implementation process and provide valuable insights for policymakers, school principals, teachers, and stakeholders. It recommends in further efforts to overcome the challenges faced and optimize the benefits of the Merdeka Curriculum in elementary schools.
SETS (Science, Environment, Technology, and Society) Based Disaster Learning on Elementary School Students' Disaster Literacy and Resilience
Authors: Ruswanto  , Atmojo Setyo Eko
Published: March 2024

This research is motivated by students' literacy and resilience to disasters, which are still relatively low. This study aims to analyze the impact of the SETS-based disaster learning model on disaster literacy and resilience of grade V elementary school students. The method used in this research is a quasi-experiment with a non-equivalent control group design. Literacy and resilience were collected by giving fifth-grade elementary school students questionnaires. The subjects involved consisted of 2 experimental classes totaling 74 students and 2 control classes totaling 88 students. The data collection technique used the questionnaire method, with the instrument tested for validation and instrument reliability. The data collection is the questionnaire method, with instruments tested for validation and reliability. Data analysis techniques used descriptive analysis tests, normality tests, homogeneity tests, and hypothesis testing, namely, the multivariate analysis of variance (Manova). The results showed that there was a significant difference in disaster literacy and resilience between students who studied using the SETS-based disaster learning model and students who studied with conventional learning models, so it can be concluded that the SETS-based disaster learning model has a positive impact on disaster literacy and resilience of grade fifth elementary school students.
Project Based Assessment with a Phenomenon-Based Learning Approach on Achieving the Pancasila Student Profile in Elementary School
Authors: Widiana I Wayan , Kristiantari Maria Goreti Rini , Widiani Ni Komang
Published: March 2024

The Pancasila student profile is a description of the competencies that Indonesian students must have. This study aims to analyze the impact of project-based assessment with a phenomenon-based learning approach on achieving the Pancasila student profile in elementary school students. This research is experimental research using a quantitative approach. The research design used in this study was a nonequivalent post-test only control group design. The populations in this study were elementary school students spread across various regions, namely rural, suburban and urban areas. Determining the number of samples in this study was carried out using the Slovin formula with an error tolerance limit of 3%. Furthermore, sampling in this research was carried out using cluster random sampling techniques. Based on the results of the Independent Sample T-Test analysis using the IBM SPSS Statistics 21.0 for Windows program, a significance value (Sig. 2-tailed) was obtained of 0.000. Based on these results, it can be seen that the Sig. < 0.05. So, it can be concluded that H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. In other words, there is a significant difference in the achievement of the Pancasila student profile in the group that was given treatment in the form of a project-based assessment with a phenomenon-based learning approach and those who were not treated in the form of a project-based assessment with a phenomenon-based learning approach. Thus, the use of project-based assessment with a phenomenon-based learning approach is effective in increasing students' achievement of the Pancasila Student Profile indicators.
Pessoa humana à imagem e semelhança de Deus no ciberespaço
Authors: Corrêa Mota Guadalupe
Published: March 2024

Nesta segunda década do século XXI, testemunhamos a emergência de novas tecnologias digitais, materializadas na internet, nas redes sociais digitais, nas máquinas providas de inteligências artificiais, que estão a transformar radicalmente a maneira como pensamos, vivemos e nos relacionamos. Para os cristãos, o avanço dessas tecnologias gera reflexões profundas sobre o significado da existência humana, da vida, da morte, e, consequentemente, questionamentos sobre a existência de Deus e do modo como nos relacionamos com Aquele a quem chamamos de Deus-Pai Criador, as Três Pessoas da Santíssima Trindade. Este artigo, em forma de ensaio crítico, a partir de referenciais da Antropologia Cristã e do Magistério do Papa Francisco, e em diálogo interdisciplinar com autores do campo da Comunicação e da Cibercultura Digital, centra-se na discussão sobre o conceito de “pessoa humana como relacionalidade presencial” à luz das transformações sociais e tecnológicas em curso, a partir da questão: que imagem de Deus e que imagem de humano estão sendo gestadas nessa nova configuração das sociabilidades humanas? Na conclusão, reafirma-se a dignidade inalienável da pessoa humana e sua condição de criatura à imagem e semelhança de Deus, cuja referência última de humanidade é Jesus Cristo, frente às pretensões tecnocientificistas e culturais de prescindir do humano e da relacionalidade transcendental no jardim da nova vida cibernética digital, e apontam-se insights práticos para uma ação evangelizadora qualificada no ambiente digital do ciberespaço.
Cronopolíticas
Authors: Landowski Eric
Published: March 2024

Dada a finitude de nossos espaços familiares, quer se trate das prateleiras de uma biblioteca ou de um vagão do metrô, num lugar dado há sempre um limite de preenchimento. A partir de um certo momento, não é possível fazer entrar mais livros, ou mais viajantes. Ora, também sobre a dimensão temporal somos tributários de uma limitação desse gênero. Temos mil coisas para fazer. Como cada uma delas exige um certo tempo, digamos que o tempo nos “falta”. Proponho passar um momento roubado ao Tempo para examinar a diversidade dos princípios possíveis na gestão desse tempo limitado. Quais “cronopolíticas” guiam as pessoas en funçao da sua “filosofia” implícita do Tempo ?
natureza triádica do desejo
Authors: Perez Clotilde
Published: March 2024

A natureza triádica da concepção de desejo está presente tanto nas reflexões psicanalíticas de Lacan (1999, 2016), quanto na teoria mimética do desejo humano em Girard (2009, 2011a e 2011b), o que nos remete ao sistema filosófico de Peirce (1988) esua concepção triádica do signo. Problematizar o desejo é também contemplar as suas possibilidades de satisfação. Na sociedade capitalista, o consumo de satisfação, materializado na ecologia publicitária das marcas, surge com centralidade, uma vez quetem seu alvo no sujeito-desejante, ou seja, todos nós. A transmutação do produto em satisfação, mediada pelas marcas ao mesmo tempo que promove a satisfação, erode essacondição transitória e nos reinsere da circularidade do desejo, sempre infinito.
Modelo de decisão multicritério para avaliação de desempenho de funcionários
Authors: Miranda Janyne Alves , Amaral Thiago Magalhães , Silva Ana Cristina Gonçalves Castro , Amaral Fernanda Magalhães
Published: March 2024

Este estudo objetiva desenvolver um modelo multicritério de avaliação de desempenho de colaboradores baseado nos métodos AHP (utilizado para definir o peso dos critérios) e TOPSIS (aplicado para ordenar as alternativas). Este trabalho se caracteriza como uma pesquisa aplicada e descritiva, com uma abordagem quali-quantitativa. O resultado após a aplicação do modelo mostrou que o colaborador A1 teve o melhor desempenho no período avaliado. Através da análise da dispersão entre as alternativas, também foi observada a necessidade de um treinamento do time. A partir da aplicação da pesquisa, o gestor do setor poderá avaliar regularmente o desempenho e promover treinamentos para nivelamento da equipe.
Atributos de liderança relacional no contexto de uma instituição do setor financeiro
Authors: Kantovitz Luis Guilherme Moreira , Sant’Anna Anderson de Souza , Diniz Daniela Martins
Published: March 2024

O objetivo deste trabalho é mensurar o grau de atributos de liderança relacional em uma instituição Brasileira do setor financeiro, segundo a percepção de participantes do programa de inovação da instituição investigada. Quanto ao método, foi adotada a técnica de survey, envolvendo a aplicação de questionário voltado à mensuração de atributos de liderança relacional. Os resultados revelam elevado grau de características da liderança relacional. Três dimensões, em particular, foram percebidas como muito relevantes: reconheço as contribuições das pessoas com quem trabalho; acredito na construção entre indivíduos e organização; apoio meus pares e colegas de outros níveis a atingirem os objetivos.
Kode Semiotika Roland Barthes pada Antologi Puisi Duka-Mu Abadi Karya Sapardi Djoko Damono
Authors:   Program Studi Bahasa Indonesia, Universitas Ma'arif Nahdlatul Ulama Kebumen, Abror Muchlas , Subahtiar Desta ,   Program Studi Bahasa Indonesia, Universitas Ma'arif Nahdlatul Ulama Kebumen
Published: March 2024

This research is motivated by the use of semiotic codes in poetry that presents ambiguous meanings that are difficult to interpret as a whole. To solve the problem, this research uses semiotic code reading according to Roland Barthes. The material object of this research is a poem entitled Prologue and Saat Sebelum Berangkat contained in the anthology Duka-Mu Abadi by Sapardi Djoko Damono. Methods and techniques of data collection by reading, listening, and recording. While heuristic, hermeneutic, and retroactive methods are used to analyze the data. The results of the analysis show that there are five semiotic codes consisting of prerioactive, hermeneutic, cultural, semantic, and symbolic. The prerioactive code in the Prologue poem is in the form of contemplation and meaning of life, and the realization that a loved one has passed away who then has to carry out a funeral for the corpse in the poem Saat Sebelum Berangkat (SSB). The cultural code of the Prologue poem shows the existence of Christian and Jewish religious culture, as well as the upper middle class in the SSB poem. The symbolic code in the Prologue poem is the use of the pronoun ‘Mu’ which refers to God, the Qain field, and the Gologota hill, while in the SBB poem it is a bouquet of flowers, the full world. The hermeneutic and semantic codes of both poems show the grief and loneliness of being left behind by a loved one. Keywords: Duka-Mu Abadi, Code, Roland Barthes, Semiotics
Stuktur naratif Vladimir Propp dalam cerita rakyat Si Pitung Jagoan Betawi
Authors:   Magister Ilmu Linguistik Fakultas Ilmu Budaya, Universitas Sumatera Utara, Ningrum Dwi Kurnia Surya , Zein T. Thyrhaya ,   Magister Ilmu Linguistik Fakultas Ilmu Budaya, Universitas Sumatera Utara
Published: March 2024

This research aims to analyze the folk tale "Si Pitung Jagoan Betawi" based on Vladimir Propp's theory of narrative functions. Known as a renowned narrative among the Betawi community, it is considered a true story of a legendary hero. A qualitative approach is employed to understand the narrative's meaning and describe the functions within Propp's framework. Data is collected from the written text of the folk tale titled "Si Pitung Jagoan Betawi." Data analysis utilizes Vladimir Propp's theory of narrative functions. The findings reveal that the story consists of 3 (three) action spheres with 14 (fourteen) narrative functions. The narrative concludes in the third sphere with the tragic death of the hero, Si Pitung, in his battle against Kumpeni, omitting the involvement of the fourth sphere. Additionally, the story encompasses 3 (three) types of characters: the villain, the donor provider, and the hero. Despite the narrative's tragic ending and Si Pitung's demise, he remains regarded as a hero who fought against colonial oppression. Keyword: folktale, narrative function, Si Pitung, Vladimir Propp
Laporan Keberlanjutan yang Berkualitas: Peran Stakeholder Pressure dan Corporate Governance
Authors: Dharmawan Mulyaji , Setiawan Andy
Published: March 2024

This is a quantitative research aimed at examining the influence of stakeholder pressure using the mechanisms of employees and shareholders, as well as corporate governance using the mechanisms of the board of commissioners and audit committees on the quality of sustainability reports. The study sample comprises 35 non-financial sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI) during the period 2018-2021. Secondary data from annual reports and sustainability reports accessible through the Indonesia Stock Exchange website and related entity websites were used in this research. The study employs a random effect model with panel data regression, and data processing was conducted using STATA version 16. Based on the test results, it was found that one variable of corporate governance mechanism, which is the Audit Committee, has a significant positive impact on the quality of sustainability reports. However, the Board of Commissioners did not exhibit a significant influence. As for the stakeholder mechanisms of Employees and Shareholders, they did not demonstrate a significant impact on the quality of sustainability reports.
Peran Reputasi Perusahaan dalam Memediasi Pengaruh Corporate Social Responsibility dan Ukuran Dewan Direksi terhadap Kinerja Keuangan Perusahaan
Authors: Citradewi Adelina , Widiani Evi
Published: March 2024

In the last five years, service industry companies have experienced the sharpest decline in financial performance compared to companies in other sectors. This research aims to determine the effect of CSR and the size of the board of directors on financial performance, which is mediated by company reputation. The population used in this research is all service industry issuers registered on the IDX (Indonesian Stock Exchange), totaling 1,338 issuers in 2019-2021. Purposive sampling is the technique of choice in sampling decisions, and a total sample of 69 issuers was obtained. The data analysis techniques used in this research are panel data regression analysis and path analysis. Based on the research results, it was concluded that the CSR variable had an effect on the company's reputation, the company's reputation had an effect on the company's financial performance, the size of the board of directors had no effect on the company's reputation, CSR and the size of the board of directors had no effect on the company's financial performance and could not be mediated by the company's reputation. Future research can expand the research sample and variables so that the coverage is broader and more factors can influence the company's financial performance.
Pengaruh Efektivitas Pengendalian Internal dan Kesesuaian Kompensasi terhadap Kecurangan Akuntansi: Studi Empiris pada OPD Kabupaten Solok Selatan
Authors: Febiola Febby , Sari Vita Fitria
Published: March 2024

This studying intends to investigate and determine impact or influence of the variables on  effectiveness of internal control and suitability of compensation for the accounting fraud in OPD South Solok Regency. The sampling procedure used total sampling with 32 populations, where 4 people were taken from each OPD. Multiple linear regression used in data analysis to evaluate and support the research in hypothesis. The results showed that effectiveness of internal control had a significant negative effect to accounting fraud, and suitability compensation also had significant negative effect on accounting fraud.
Information needs of farmers on cultivation of salad cucumber Cucumis sativus under polyhouse
Authors: C P Poornima , A S Husain
Published: March 2024

The conventional practice of crop production is now giving its way to hi-tech farming practices. Salad cucumber (Cucumis sativus), is a relatively new crop in Kerala and has proven yield benefit under polyhouse conditions. The study intended to assess the information needs of farmers regarding various technical and cultivation aspects of salad cucumber production under polyhouse. Kendall’s coefficient of concordance (W) and mean values were used to identify the information needs. Most of the cultivation aspects fell under either the ‘highly essential’ or ‘moderately needed’ information category. The technical aspects of construction, maintenance and repair of polyhouse were the most critical information need of farmers along with the specifics of fertilizers for polyhouse and fertigation system. Pests, diseases and nutrient deficiency problems were also the main concerns of farmers. Weed management and pollination, with low mean scores were among the least felt information need. Hence, these aspects are also found to be among essential needs. The study elucidated that an efficient information delivery system through appropriate channels is required to boost polyhouse cultivation of vegetables in Kerala.