bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Harvest and density-dependent predation drive long term moose population decline
Authors: Marrotte Robby R. , Patterson Brent , Northrup Joe M.
Published: January 2024

The relative effect of top-down versus bottom-up forces in regulating
and limiting ungulate populations is an important theme in ecology.
Untangling these effects is important for basic understanding of trophic
dynamics and is critical for effective management. We integrated two
independent sources of observations to compare the drivers of moose
abundance across 55 replicated populations. Across populations, moose
declined by nearly 20% over 20 years. At high density, moose were
regulated by intraspecific competition. Predation primarily limited
population growth, except at low density, where it was regulating.
Harvest was largely additive and potentially contributed to population
decline. Our results provide strong evidence for density dependent
predation, highlighting that population dynamics are context dependent
and vary strongly across gradients in climate, forest type and predator
abundance. Consequently, management of moose would be optimized by
taking different strategies across populations in accordance with their
population trajectories and abundance of predators.
Reporting rates are no incidence rates
Authors: Kant Agnes
Published: January 2024

Spontaneous reporting successfully highlighted thrombosis with
thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS) as a rare adverse reaction of Vaxzevria
and Janssen vaccine. So, again it proved to be capable of detecting a
rare adverse reaction. But it is unable to determine the incidence rate
of the adverse reaction. Reporting rates are no incidence rates.
Although it may give an indication reporting rates can’t be interpreted
as an incidence rate. For an incidence rate, the nominator is
inappropriate and the denominator suboptimal.
The Effect of plasma endocan and asymmetric dimethyl arginine levels on endothelial and cardiac functions in children with beta thalassemia major
Authors: Aygüneş Utku , Can Ümmügülsüm , Doğan Melih , Keçeli Merter , Eker Hatice Koçak
Published: January 2024

Background: Beta-thalassemia major (BTM) is an autosomal recessive
disease characterized by hemolytic anemia. Increased iron load
accumulated in the body as a result of frequent erythrocyte transfusions
leads to endothelial dysfunction and cardiovascular complications. High
asymmetric dimethylarginine (ADMA) levels disrupts endothelial function.
Endocan is a soluble proteoglycan synthesized in vascular endothelial
cells in many organs. High levels of endocan indicate endothelial
dysfunction. We aimed to determine whether there is a correlation with
cardiac evaluation instruments by evaluating circulating ADMA and
endocan levels in BTM patient group and healthy control group and
whether they can be a prognostic marker in terms of endothelial
dysfunction and cardiovascular risk stratification. Methods: A total of
39 patients with BTM and 39 age and gender matched healthy children were
enrolled in the study. Medical histories of all patients were recorded
and physical examinations were performed. Complete blood count,
reticulocytic count, serum ferritin and iron level, liver, renal
function tests, plasma ADMA and endocan and proBNP. Cardiac examination
results by a pediatric cardiologist were tested on all children in both
patient and control groups. Results: Mean ADMA in the BTM group is
higher than in the control group. Endocan levels in patients with BTM
were not found to be statistical difference (337,5±344,0 pg/mL vs
218,14±171,1 pg/mL) (p=0,057). Serum endocan and ADMA levels were not
associated with cardiovascular functions. Conclusions: Although serum
levels of endocan were found to be significantly higher in BTM patients,
high serum endocan and ADMA levels were not associated with
cardiovascular functions.
Case series of pyridoxine-induced neuropathy
Authors: Ko Jihee , Kang Sa-Yoon
Published: January 2024

Excess of pyridoxine, in contrast to other nutrients, may result in neuropathy. Case reports are sparse, and little is known about the clinical and electrophysiological findings. Eight patients with pyridoxine-induced neuropathy were investigated, and a review of the literature was undertaken. Nerve conduction studies showed axonal sensory or sensorimotor polyneuropathy. And the blood levels of vitamin B6 were markedly elevated. After discontinuation of vitamin supplements, all patients showed no significant improvement in clinical and electrophysiological findings. Supplementation with pyridoxine at doses greater than 50 mg/day for extended durations may be harmful and should be discouraged.
A Real-World Prospective Study of the Effectiveness and Safety of Automated Insulin Delivery Compared With Other Modalities of Type 1 Diabetes Treatment During Ramadan Intermittent Fasting
Authors: Al-Sofiani Mohammed E. , Alharthi Sahar , Albunyan Sarah , Alzaman Naweed , Klonoff David C. , Alguwaihes Abdullah
Published: January 2024

OBJECTIVE

To compare the fasting experience and glycemic control during Ramadan among people with type 1 diabetes (PWT1D) who use automated insulin delivery (AID) versus other modalities of treatment.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

A total of 294 PWT1D who attempted fasting during Ramadan in 2022 were categorized on the basis of treatment modality into one of five groups: 1) AID (n = 62); 2) conventional pump + continuous glucose monitoring (CGM; n = 37); 3) pump + self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG; n = 8); 4) multiple daily injections (MDI) + CGM (n = 155); and 5) MDI + SMBG (n = 32). Predictors of fasting most days of Ramadan (i.e., breaking fast ≤2 days because of diabetes) were analyzed using uni- and multivariable logistic regression.

RESULTS

The median numbers of days when fasting was broken because of diabetes were 2, 5, 3, 3.5, and 2.5 for AID, conventional pump + CGM, MDI + CGM, pump + SMBG, and MDI + SMBG users, respectively (P = 0.047). Users of AID had a significantly greater time in range (TIR) and lower glycemia risk index, time below range, and time above range compared with users of conventional pumps and MDI (both P < 0.05). Likewise, 53% of AID users attained the double target of 1) breaking fast ≤2 days because of diabetes and 2) maintaining TIR ≥70% during Ramadan compared with only 3% of the conventional pump users and 44% of the MDI + CGM users (both P < 0.05). Compared with MDI + CGM users, AID users were twice as likely to complete fasting most days of Ramadan.

CONCLUSIONS

Use of AID is associated with the highest rates of fasting and best glycemic control during Ramadan fasting.
Girdlestone resection arthroplasty for femoral neck fractures has poorer outcomes than hemiarthroplasty in frail patients with increased risk for arthroplasty-related complications: a retrospective case study of 21 patients
Authors: Bellova Petri , Linne Marcus , Postler Anne Elisabeth , Günther Klaus-Peter , Stiehler Maik , Goronzy Jens
Published: January 2024

Background and purpose: Hemiarthroplasty (HA) is the usual treatment for displaced femoral neck fractures (FNF) in elderly patients. Patients may be unsuitable for HA due to secondary conditions such as systemic infections or severe neurological conditions, which is why Girdlestone resection arthroplasty (GRA) may be an option. We aimed to determine (1) patient survival in matched patient groups treated with either GRA or HA and (2) functional outcomes.Patients and methods: 21 patients treated with GRA for FNF in a German university hospital were retrospectively reviewed (2015–2019). After matching for age and comorbidities, a control group of 42 HA patients was established. Patient survival was determined by a Kaplan–Meier analysis. The mean follow-up (FU) was 1.5 (0–4.4) years. Function at FU was documented using the modified Harris Hip Score (mHHS) and the National Hip Fracture Database (NHFD) mobility score.Results: The 1-month-mortality was 19% in the GRA group and 12% in the HA group; the 1-year mortality was 71% and 49%, respectively (P = 0.01). The mHHS at FU was lower in the GRA group than in the HA group (22 [range 0–50] vs. 46 [11–80]). 82% of patients in the GRA group were bedridden post-surgery as opposed to 19% in the HA group.Conclusion: Patients with HA after FNF had higher survival and better functional outcomes when compared with GRA in matched patient groups. Considering this, GRA for FNF should be selected restrictively.
Evaluation of simultaneous bilateral femoral distraction osteogenesis with antegrade intramedullary lengthening nails in achondroplasia with rhizomelic short stature: a retrospective study of 15 patients with a minimum follow-up of 2 years
Authors: Vogt Björn , Laufer Andrea , Gosheger Georg , Toporowski Gregor , Antfang Carina , Rölfing Jan Duedal , Rödl Robert , Frommer Adrien
Published: January 2024

Background and purpose: Bilateral femoral distraction osteogenesis in patients with achondroplasia is insufficiently reported. We aimed to perform the first study that exclusively analyzed simultaneous bilateral femoral distraction osteogenesis with motorized intramedullary lengthening nails via an antegrade approach in patients with achondroplasia focused on reliability, accuracy, precision, and the evolving complications.Patients and methods: In this retrospective singlecenter study we analyzed patients with achondroplasia who underwent simultaneous bilateral femoral lengthening with antegrade intramedullary lengthening nails between October 2014 and April 2019. 15 patients (30 femoral segments) of median age 14 years (interquartile range [IQR] 12–15) were available for analysis. The median follow-up was 29 months (IQR 27–37) after nail implantation. Results: The median distraction length per segment was 49 mm (IQR 47–51) with a median distraction index of 1.0 mm/day (IQR 0.9–1.0), and a median consolidation index of 20 days/cm (IQR 17–23). Reliability of the lengthening nails was 97% and their calculated accuracy and precision were 96% and 95%, respectively. The most common complication was temporary restriction of knee range of motion during distraction in 10 of 30 of the lengthened segments. 1 patient was treated with 2 unplanned additional surgeries due to premature consolidation.Conclusion: The method is reliable and accurate with few complications.
TRA_ Visual and embodied learning in young children’s art education
Authors: Kangas Jonna , Sundstedt Margita , Kaihovirta Hannah , Harju-Luukkainen Heidi
Published: January 2024

Embodiment and bodily experiences are vital parts of the development and learning in the early years. Children are believed to develop their thinking processes and language skills through sensory and motor experiences when entering and participating in early childhood education (Sommer, Samuelsson & Hundeide, 2009). The embodiment and kinesthetic experiences in education can be understood as modalities of learning, especially play, and thus the pedagogical scaffolding of those by teachers can be analyzed through translanguaging approach (see Kaihovirta & Furu, 2019).
The Finnish early childhood education and care (ECEC) is known for the EduCare approach. Children are considered active agents and the whole child approach is considered the basis of educational activities and interaction (Kangas, Ojala & Venninen, 2015). Recognition of the whole child and viewing the development through social, physical, and mental aspects have been rooted very strongly in pedagogical philosophy and practices in ECEC Finland through the playful learning approach (Kangas & al. 2019). In this paper we emphasize the importance of the visual environment, design learning process, and expression of young children’s embodiment in learning in the early childhood education context.
In this study we focus on 2-3 years old toddlers' visual and kinesthetic expressions of bodily learning and embodiment. Bodily learning means active learning experiences that early childhood education should include within everyday interaction and learning environment. Embodiment in learning practices is essential for children in the senso-motor or pre-operational phase of development because children show, touch, mimic and think by doing. In other words, they are learning by doing (Dewey 1916; Leinonen & Sintonen, 2014). The research questions are: 1) How do the learning materials scaffold children’s participation and meaning making? 2) How are the embodiment and active learning used as a tool for communication and interaction between children and teachers?
We understand embodiment learning as visual and bodily expressions of agency, participation, and learning. These aspects are understood as modalities of interaction, language, and communication. With young children it has been shown that translanguaging takes place through movement, gestures, expressions, and emotions as well as a spoken language(s) (Leinonen & Sintonen, 2014). The study was conducted as video observation of learning design of two kindergarten groups with one teacher and 6 to 7 children in each. The study takes place in the Playful Learning Center (PLC). The PLC is a learning laboratory in University of Helsinki, that is specially designed to scaffold young children's visual and kinesthetic exploration and expression through play and playful activities (Sefton-Green et al. 2015). The observation data were analysed through content analysis using researchers’ triangulation to discuss the visual communication and embodiment themes.
Pretty in Plastic: Aesthetic authenticity in Barbie Land
Authors:   Breaking Binaries Research (BBR), Pritchard Katrina , Williams Helen
Published: January 2024

Our report critically applies aesthetic authenticity as a theoretical lens to interrogate the multimodal reproduction of gendered relations in the Barbie (2023) movie. Recent research has focused on how the aesthetic authenticity stakes are being continually elevated, such that this requires ongoing labour and continual renegotiation. It is not surprising that even Barbie finds this exhausting! We offer an analysis of character arcs across the movie, before exploring how a plastic doll enables conceptual insight regarding aesthetic authenticity. We discuss how the movie reconfirms neoliberal postfeminist perspectives on how women should seek their happy ever after. Finally, we consider the implications of representations of patriarchy and matriarchy before setting out suggestions for future research and concluding our report.
Estrategias de afrontamiento docente ante la violencia escolar entre pares desde la perspectiva del profesorado de primaria
Authors: Buitimea Valenzuela Guadalupe , Manig Valenzuela Agustín , Márquez Ibarra Lorena , Madueño Serrano María Luisa
Published: January 2024

La violencia escolar entre pares se manifiesta en la cotidianidad de la escuela y tiene repercusiones graves en las víctimas, lo cual puede ser prevenido por los docentes. Por ende, el presente estudio tuvo como objetivo analizar las estrategias de afrontamiento desarrolladas por docentes para prevenir la violencia escolar entre pares en escuelas primarias ubicadas en zonas vulnerables. Para ello, se desarrolló una investigación cualitativa, fundamentada en el método interpretativo básico de Merriam (2009). La técnica aplicada de muestreo fue por intensidad, lo que permitió la selección de 15 docentes reconocidos por directivos y estudiantes por abordar de manera efectiva la violencia entre pares en ocho escuelas primarias públicas ubicadas en el municipio de Cajeme, Sonora, mientras que la técnica de recolección de datos fue la entrevista semiestructurada. Los resultados se agruparon en las siguientes categorías: a) estrategias de afrontamiento preventivas; y b) estrategias de afrontamiento reactivas. A partir de esto, se concluye que los profesores desarrollan estrategias preventivas que les permiten reducir los casos de violencia escolar entre pares y formar al estudiante de manera integral. Sin embargo, cuando surgen conflictos graves e inesperados, el profesor utiliza estrategias reactivas para frenar los actos violentos de manera inmediata. Desde la perspectiva de los profesores, ambas estrategias resultan efectivas para afrontar el problema, especialmente en contextos vulnerables, ya que los estudiantes están expuestos al aprendizaje continuo de conductas violentas tanto en la calle como en casa, y sus efectos se manifiestan en el aula.
ANALISIS RANTAI PASOK SAYURAN HIDROPONIK DI KOTA BANDAR LAMPUNG (Studi Kasus pada Merek Sahabat Hidroponik dan Sayuran Kita)
Authors: Utami Nike Margie , Adawiyah Rabiatul , Endaryanto Teguh
Published: January 2024

The horticultural subsector is still a special concern in the context of developing agribusiness with the development of hydroponic vegetable producers in Bandar Lampung City.  However, the supply process experiences constraints related to product inventory, product quality, and unpredictable demand.  Supply chain is an approach to solve problems that occur. Based on this description, this study aims to analyze product flow, money flow, information flow, and supply chain conditions of Sahabat Hidroponik and Sayuran Kita.  The research was carried out in April - July 2022 using the case study method.  Respondents in this study were 18 people consisting of producers (producer farmer partners, Sahabat Hidroponik and Sayuran Kita), retail (supermarkets) and consumers.  The data analysis used was descriptive qualitative with the Food Supply Chain Network (FSCN) model.  The flow of products, the flow of money and the flow of information that occurs in hydroponic vegetable producers Sahabat Hidroponik and Sayuran Kita are already doing well between producer farmer partners, producers, retailers, and consumers.  However, the flow of money to some perpetrators has not been effective.  The conditions of the hydroponic vegetable supply chain of Sahabat Hidroponik and Sayuran Kita have shown in quite good conditions.  However, the contractual agreements and transaction systems on some actors have not gone well. Key word : FSCN, hydroponic vagetables, supply chain, supply chain flow
The Effect of Price, Product Quality, and Word of Mouth on Purchasing Decisions for Coffee Drinks (Study on Consumers at Sekala Coffee Madiun)
Authors: Pramurdjito Okky Ihzan Satria , Yuliati Nuriah , Laily Dona Wahyuning
Published: January 2024

The development of coffee consumption has also encouraged many new coffee shop businesses to emerge. So that it results in competition in the coffee shop business. This has led to a decline in sales experienced by Sekala Coffee Madiun. The goal of this study was to examine how consumers at the Sekala Coffee Madiun choose their coffee beverages based on price, product quality, and word-of-mouth recommendations. All customers who had purchased coffee beverages at Sekala Coffee Madiun comprised the study's population. Meanwhile, the sample used in this research was 75 people who had bought coffee drink products at Sekala Coffee Madiun. The method of sampling employed the Accidental sampling method. In this study, primary data and secondary data were collected. The data analysis method used in this research is component-based Structural Equation Model (SEM) analysis using PLS which was chosen as the analysis tool with the help of the SmartPLS 3. The study's findings suggested that the price variable has no impact on consumers' choices. Meanwhile, the product quality variable has a significant influence on purchasing decisions. Likewise, the word-of-mouth variable has an influence and is significant on purchasing decisions. Key words:   Price, Product Quality, Word of Mouth, Decision to Purchase.
Development of Pocket Book of Tissue Culture Based on Case Method
Authors: Harahap Fauziyah , Sihombing Josephine Gloria Margareth , Suriani Cicik , Nusyirwan Nusyirwan , Edi Syahmi , Daulae Abdul Hakim , Nursamsu Nursamsu
Published: January 2024

The use of pocket book as a learning media is still limited. This will make it difficult for students to understand the material. The purpose of this research was to determine the feasibility results of tissue culture pocket book, the level of product feasibility through responses from lecturers, students and to see the effectiveness of tissue culture pocket book products especially in tool sterilization and in vitro propagation topics. The research method uses R&D with 4D models from Thiagrajaan. The results of the needs analysis showed that 66,7% of students had difficulty in understanding the material of tool sterilization and in vitro propagation. In curriculum analysis using the KKNI curriculum. The feasibility level of the assessment product from media experts obtained the criteria "Very worthy" with percentage of 91,67%, assessment of material experts with the criteria "worhty" with percentage of 84,74% and assessment results of learning design experts with the criteria "Very worthy" with percentage of 91,67%. Then the lecturer's response obtained results with the criteria "Worthy" with a percentage of 83,75%. In small group trials with scores of 89.4% and limited field trials of 90%. The disseminate stage obtained an N-Gain score of 0,56 with the "medium" criteria. ABSTRAK: Penggunaan buku saku sebagai media pembelajaran masih terbatas. Hal ini akan menyulitkan mahasiswa dalam memahami materi pembelajaran. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui hasil kelayakan buku saku kultur jaringan, tingkat kelayakan produk melalui tanggapan dari dosen, mahasiswa dan untuk melihat efektivitas produk buku saku kultur jaringan khususnya pada topik sterilisasi alat dan perbanyakan in vitro. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan R&D dengan model 4D Thiagrajaan. Hasil analisis kebutuhan menunjukkan bahwa 66,7% mahasiswa mengalami kesulitan dalam memahami materi sterilisasi alat dan propagasi in vitro. Kurikulum yang digunakan adalah KKNI. Tingkat kelayakan produk penilaian dari ahli media diperoleh hasil dengan kriteria "Sangat layak" dengan persentase 91,67%, penilaian ahli materi dengan kriteria "Layak" dengan persentase 84,74% dan hasil penilaian ahli desain pembelajaran dengan kriteria "Sangat layak" dengan persentase 91,67%. Kemudian respon dosen diperoleh hasil dengan kriteria "Layak" dengan persentase 83,75%. Dalam uji coba kelompok kecil diperoleh skor 89,4% dan uji coba lapangan terbatas 90%. Tahap disseminate memperoleh skor N-Gain 0,56 dengan kriteria "sedang".
Developing Student Worksheet Based on Islamic, Science, Environment, Technology, and Society on Junior High School Students' Critical Thinking Skills
Authors: Puspita Laila , Rakhmawati Ismi , Komarudin Komarudin
Published: January 2024

This research aims to develop I-SETS-based LKPD to train critical thinking skills of SMP/MTs students to train critical thinking skills of SMP/MTs students in biology learning. The type of research used is Research and Development (R&D) according to the ADDIE development steps (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The results of validation tests by language, religion, and media experts stated that the learning media was suitable for use, while material experts stated that the learning media was very suitable for use. The results of the students' attractiveness response test based on small group and large group trials obtained the criteria for interpreting students' responses, namely very interesting. Meanwhile, the results of the effectiveness test of I-SETS-based LKPD to train critical thinking skills of SMP/MTs students on animal and plant breeding material in the learning process could not be implemented due to COVID-19 which occurred globally throughout the world, including the learning process of students in school. So, this research and development is only carried out to the attractiveness response testing stage.ABSTRAK: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan LKPD berbasis I-SETS untuk melatih keterampilan berpikir kritis siswa SMP/MTs untuk melatih keterampilan berpikir kritis siswa SMP/MTs pada pembelajaran biologi. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan yaitu Research and Development (R&D) menurut langkan pengembangan ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, dan Evaluation). Hasil uji validasi oleh ahli bahasa, agama, dan ahli media menyatakan bahwa media pembelajaran layak digunakan, sedangkan untuk ahli materi menyatakan bahwa media pembelajaran sangat layak digunakan. Hasil uji respon kemenarikan siswa berdasarkan uji coba kelompok kecil dan kelompok besar memperoleh kriteria interpretasi respon siswa yaitu sangat menarik. Sedangkan hasil uji efektivitas LKPD berbasis I-SETS untuk melatih keterampilan berpikir kritis siswa SMP/MTs pada materi perkembangbiakan hewan dan tumbuhan dalam proses pembelajaran tidak dapat terlaksana dikarenakan adanya COVID-19 yang terjadi secara global diseluruh penjuru dunia, termasuk proses pembelajaran siswa di sekolah. Sehingga penelitian dan pengembangan ini hanya dilaksanakan sampai tahap uji respon kemenarikan saja.
USE OF FLIPPED CLASSROOM INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGY FOR IMPROVING STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION
Authors: Kadiri Hassan
Published: January 2024

The increasing use of social media by students in tertiary institutions is posing challenges to the effectiveness of traditional lecture methods and students’ learning outcomes. Students nowadays have become socially diversified and spend more time on social media at the expense of individual learning. Hence, there is a need for the incorporation of the internet-based means of communication into the teaching-learning process. Therefore, this study integrated social-media platforms into teaching-learning activities in the college of education through the use of flipped classrooms with the specific aim of determining its effect on students’ academic achievement. The study adopted a quasi–experimental research design and a sample of 262 Economics students from two Colleges of Education was used. The experimental group was exposed to flipped classroom instruction while the control group was taught using the conventional lecture method. Data were collected with the use of an achievement test while descriptive statistics, t-test, and ANCOVA were used to analyze data. Findings from the study revealed a significant difference between the mean achievement scores of students taught Economics using flipped classroom instruction and those taught using conventional lecture methods (p = 0.00 0.05). Also, the ability was found to have a significant effect on the academic achievement (p = 0.00 0.05) of students in the flipped class. However, the study revealed that the effect of gender on the academic achievement of students taught with a flipped classroom instructional strategy was not significant (p = 0.765 0.05). Thus, it was concluded that flipped classroom instruction enhanced students’ academic achievement more than the conventional lecture method based on these findings. Therefore, the study recommended the use of flipped classrooms in colleges of education for the improvement of students’ academic achievement.
The Role of Social Capital in the Development of Traditional Markets: An Islamic Economic Perspective
Authors: Andrea Desta Rusnila  , Onti Laura Citra  , Alfizzahri Nurul Latifah  , Nonie Afrianty
Published: January 2024

This study aims to analyze the role of social capital on the development of traditional markets in the perspective of Islamic economics. This type of research uses field research with a qualitative approach. the informants of this research are 7 traders. Data collection techniques are done through observation, interviews and documentation. Data analysis techniques are carried out through 3 stages including data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that social capital plays a role in the development of traditional markets which is shown through the implementation of 3 (three) indicators of social capital, including: First, adherence to norms by traders is said to be good, this is supported by the consistency of market administrators in enforcing existing regulations; Second, a good trader network is shown by harmonious relationships between traders and carrying out healthy trade transactions by applying healthy competition, Third, trust between traders is shown by carrying out healthy competition by sharing profits if the goods needed are not owned by other traders. While in the perspective of Islamic economics the role of social capital is measured through 4 (four) indicators, including: First, ummah wahidah is shown by the attitude and belief that the purpose of trading is to seek fortune which is one of worship; Second, Ukhuwah is shown by good relations between traders; Third, ta'awun is shown by the attitude of mutual assistance between traders if one trader does not have the goods needed by consumers then the trader who has the goods is willing to provide the goods with a profit-sharing agreement; Fourth, Ikhsan is shown by healthy competition between traders and taking turns waiting for merchandise when praying. Thus, through good social capital, traders are not just a collection of traders in the market but can become a social force consisting of the implementation of good norms, networks and trust between traders so that they can have an impact on the development of traditional markets.
Islamic Digital Business: How Young Women Developing Their Business in Islamic Ecosystem?
Authors: Khaira Nazla Al Naquib  , Murdiyah Hayati
Published: January 2024

This research explains how Muslim young women entrepreneurs operate their enterprises around the world using Islamic business ethics and values, as well as the role of women in growing businesses in the context of digital entrepreneurship in the Islamic environment. Young Women entrepreneurs have developed new techniques to establish and manage a business in accordance with Islamic principles due to the explosive rise of technology and digital platforms. With a focus on literature review, the research technique employs descriptive qualitative analysis. This study looks at the distinctive traits and difficulties faced by Muslim young women business owners, as well as how they use Islamic principles to growing their online ventures. This study's conclusion is examines how Islamic digital commerce has affected society, the economy, and the business environment as a whole. The results of this study can help us understand how women can influence business in the Islamic environment in the future.
THE IMPACTS OF DISCOVERY LEARNING AND READING INTEREST TOWARD COMPREHENDING TEXT OF STUDENTS
Authors: Nurillahwaty Eka , Sari Artanti Puspita , Firdaus Masagus
Published: January 2024

The current research aims to determine the significant influence of discovery learning (DL) and reading interest on comprehending students’ text at SMPN 1 Sembawang. This study selected 64 ninth-grade students from SMPN 1 Sembawa as samples using a two-stage random sampling technique. The quantitative factorial design method was applied in this investigation. The data was acquired via a questionnaire and a test: paired Sample t-test, Independent Sample t-test, and Two Ways ANOVA were used to analyze the data. The result showed that the discovery learning method significantly influenced ninth-grade students’ reading comprehension. Second, there was a significant influence of students’ reading interest toward ninth-grade students’ reading comprehension of folktales. Third, the student’s reading comprehension exam substantially impacted the DL and interest in reading. The result suggested that the discovery learning method and reading interest significantly impacted students’ reading comprehension. The study implies that the DLM helped pupils improve their reading comprehension.
ENGLISH TEACHERS’ KNOWLEDGE OF GENRE-BASED APPROACH: CONCEPT AND IMPLEMENTATION
Authors: Nabilah Nadia
Published: January 2024

The Indonesian government places a high priority on revising and improving the curriculum to achieve the desired outcomes. Since 2004, the Genre-Based Approach (GBA) has been implemented as one of the approaches to teaching English. Although GBA has several benefits in English language teaching, there has been much concern that the outcomes still need to be achieved. This study investigated English teachers' understanding of the GBA concept and its implementation. Using a semi-structured interview, this study involved two high school English teachers in Aceh Tengah. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. It was found that English teachers' knowledge of the genre-based approach could be much higher and require further development and guidance. They need to show it to understand the general concept of GBA, text types, and basic GBA principles. Regarding GBA implementation, their lack of knowledge is shown by incomplete activities at certain cycle stages, difficulties in applying the stages, and inaccuracy in assessing students' achievement. Thus, it is suggested that teachers improve their knowledge of the approach practically and conceptually because the quality of the teaching processes is vital in achieving student learning success.
TEACHING LISTENING TO YOUNG LEARNERS THROUGH SHORT ANIMATION MOVIE
Authors: Yamin Siti Ashabul , Ratih Koesoemo , Prastiwi Yeny
Published: January 2024

This research used a mixed method (explanatory sequence). This study aimed to find out the significant effect of short animation movies on the listening skills of sixth-grade students in SDIT Al-Ihsan, to know how short animation movies affect teaching listening, and to find out the students' responses and the strengths and weaknesses of using this media in teaching listening. The researcher conducted a quantitative and qualitative data analysis. Data collecting techniques were tests, questionnaires, and interviews. Meanwhile, quantitative data was analyzed with IBM SPSS Statistics 23, and qualitative data were described from interview and questionnaire analysis. The findings significantly affect the students' listening skills using short animated videos. The test hypothesis (2-tailed) indicated that the significance value of 0.001 was less than 0.005, so teaching listening using short animated films affected students' listening skills. The findings of questionnaire data and interviews supported these results. Based on the students' opinions, the short animation movie contains expressions, intonation, motion, and narration that help them easily understand the subject. According to students, the advantages of using short animated videos in teaching listening were that they were fun to watch, easy to understand, and participatory; watching short animated videos could increase student motivation; and being used as a medium for direct depiction of subject matter. According to them, the weakness of using short animated videos to learn to listen was that some pronunciations need to be faster in short animated videos. It needs to be clarified for students and make it easier for them to understand the meaning of the words they hear. The study implies that short animated movies are needed to teach listening.
Effectiveness of PEDE Training for The Psychological Well-Being of Women
Authors: Erlyani Neka , Zwagery Rika Vira , Regina Ayu
Published: January 2024

Every individual will experience various pleasant or unpleasant events, including women. One of unpleasant experience is domestic violence. Some forms of fear and stress experienced by victims will lead to behavior that can hinder their daily activities. For this reason, treatment needs to be carried out by helping them to have abilities and improving their quality of life through psychological well-being. PEDE (Forgiveness, Self-Efficacy and Empathy) training aims to improve the psychological well-being of women from an internal perspective through three main training elements. This research used a quasi-experiment method and non-randomized one group pre-test post-test design involving 30 women from Palam Village Banjarbaru. The research results show that PEDE training is effective in improving the psychological well-being of women in Palam Village. It is hoped that this training in forgiveness, self-efficacy and empathy can be applied in everyday life as a form of strengthening the family, and an effort to reduce the mental burden of the problems experienced so as to achieve the psychological well-being of women in the family.
Pastoral Aspects of the Occasional Services
Authors: KIRÁLY Lajos
Published: January 2024

This study examines the casualias as central to the ministry of the church from the perspective of pastoral care. At the root of the casualias is ritual, which, according to Emile Durkheim, has as its true function the strengthening and maintenance of group cohesion and solidarity, the expression of unity, the weaving of bonds between the individual and society. Pastoral psychology studies of casualias have shown that they play an important role in the community and relational experience, as communication and correlation take place between the transcendent and the human, between man and man: the individual is strengthened and experiences the welcoming, supportive, and helping presence of the community. The individual is no longer alone with his or her problems and difficulties, as he or she has a burden-relieving experience of being in contact with the community. This connection is not only embodied in words but also brought to life through non-verbal moments and ancient symbols. I will point out that providing help, according to pastoral psychology, is a communal task, which is why rituals and casualias have therapeutic and pastoral care potential.
A barátságkaraván jelensége és jelentősége az életben
Authors: SIBA Balázs
Published: January 2024

The Phenomenon of the Caravan of Friendship and Its Importance in Life
In this academic essay, I invite the reader to think about our human relationships, our friendships: who are the supporters and allies in our lives? How are friendships born and why do they fade away? What do we need to strengthen our friendships and to become people who are seen as supporters by others? The way we make friends throughout our lives depends on our personality, our gender, our age, and our socio-cultural environment. Our network of relationships needs to include family, friends, home, and work. Our network of friends may also change from time to time, for example, when we move to a new place or change jobs. As the distances between connections increase, so do the number of people with whom we can no longer have deeper relationships.
In this paper, we look at the basic dynamics of relationships and how friendship patterns change with age. The paper concludes with a brief theological reflection on friendship.
Lelkigondozás és pasztorálpszichológia – átfedések és különbségek
Authors: NÉMETH Dávid
Published: January 2024

Pastoral Care and Pastoral Psychology – Overlaps and Differences
Pastoral psychology suffers from a chronic identity crisis. It wants to be a theological science while at the same time meeting the criteria for the scientific practice of psychology. Is there a way to maintain this dual identity? Only if we assume that beliefs play an enormous role in understanding and modifying human experience and behaviour. Beliefs are assumptions about the meaning of reality. They have both psychological and theological aspects. Pastoral psychology examines how psychological explanations can be linked to the insights of the Christian faith in understanding and modifying the processes of interpreting reality. For pastoral care, it develops approaches and offers methods for helping people from the perspective of the Christian faith to evaluate themselves realistically, to shape their social relationships positively, and to relate constructively to events that affect their lives.
A terápiás közösség átkeretező és átformáló ereje – Kiselőadás
Authors: BARTHA Éva
Published: January 2024

The Framing and Transforming Power of the Therapeutic Community – Workshop
One of the most effective methods for treating addiction is to follow recovery programmes in therapeutic communities, which are drug-free environments where people with addictions (or other problems) live together in an organized and structured way to support change and enable drug-free living in the outside community, outside the confines of the programme. The mutually supportive presence of people in the therapeutic community, using a competence-building, encounter method, allows for the cognitive reframing of thought and life experience patterns, which is an essential ingredient of successful recovery and substance-free living.
Erőszakmentes kommunikáció és az erőszak terei – Kiselőadás
Authors: KIS Klára
Published: January 2024

Spaces of Violence and Communication – Workshop
Theories that seek to explain the phenomenon of violence call forth hope: perhaps violence will be eradicated one day and life will be more liveable and beautiful on this planet. But violence is an accessible and therefore very attractive position of action for all, and we no longer consider it an “occupational accident” or an “extreme case”. Anyone who wants to know what is going on when people become violent towards each other, they need to find answers to the question why people cross even strong boundaries to hurt or kill others. Why is it so hard to stop any kind of war despite the terrible consequences? What does it mean to live in “spaces of violence” (Jörg Baberowski), and what role does communication play in their formation and maintenance?
Innleiðing gæðaviðmiða frístundaheimila
Authors: Pálsdóttir Kolbrún Þ. , Kristjánsdóttir Steingerður
Published: January 2024

Í þessari grein er fjallað um niðurstöður rannsóknar á innleiðingu á gæðaviðmiðum í starfi frístundaheimila fyrir sex til níu ára börn. Markmið rannsóknarinnar er að kanna stöðu innleiðingar á viðmiðum um markmið og gæði starfs á frístundaheimilum sem voru gefin út árið 2018 af Mennta- og menningarmálaráðuneytinu. Áhersla er lögð á að greina hvert sé meginhlutverk frístundaheimila samkvæmt stefnuskjölum og varpa ljósi á viðhorf stjórnenda og starfsfólks í skóla- og frístundastarfi til innleiðingar gæðaviðmiða í daglegt starf. Fáar rannsóknir beina sjónum sínum að gæðum frístundastarfs og er rannsókninni meðal annars ætlað að fylla það skarð í fræðilegri umfjöllun. Aflað var hagnýtra gagna sem nýtast munu til að styðja við gæði í starfi frístundaheimila. Við rannsóknina var beitt blandaðri aðferðafræði, bæði megindlegri og eigindlegri. Ýmis skrifleg stefnumótunargögn varpa ljósi á forsendur gæðaviðmiðanna. Þá var megindlegum gögnum safnað með spurningakönnun, ásamt að rýnifundur studdi við réttmæti niðurstaðna. Rafræn spurningakönnun var lögð fyrir frá 30. júní til 10. september 2023 þar sem upplýsinga var aflað um viðhorf stjórnenda og starfsfólks frístundaheimila.

Niðurstöður rannsóknarinnar sýndu að frístundaheimilum er ætlað að hlúa að félagsfærni og sjálfstrausti barna og veita þeim tækifæri til að taka þátt í fjölbreyttu tómstundastarfi. Gæðaviðmiðin snúa bæði að kerfislægum þáttum sem rekstraraðilar og stjórnvöld bera ábyrgð á, s.s. húsnæði, búnaði og þjálfun starfsfólks og faglegum þáttum sem snúa að daglegu skipulagi, viðfangsefnum og samskiptum starfsfólks og barna. Niðurstöður sýna að helstu áskoranir við innleiðingu gæðaviðmiða lúta að kerfislægum gæðum en um þriðjungur svarenda taldi að illa eða mjög illa gengi að tryggja þessar grunnstoðir. Um fjórðungur taldi að erfitt væri að tryggja að efniviður og búnaður sem höfðaði til áhugasviðs barna væri til staðar. Rannsóknin gefur til kynna ákveðna jaðarsetningu frístundaheimila sem endurspeglast í stefnuskjölum og viðhorfum þátttakenda. Niðurstöður kalla á markviss viðbrögð og aukinn stuðning við innleiðingu á gæðaviðmiðum í starfi frístundaheimila á landsvísu. Ljóst er að þar þarf víðtækt samráð allra hagaðila.
The mediating role of work engagement on the relationship between interpersonal adaptability and dealing with uncertain and unpredictable work situations
Authors: Akyürek Suat , Can Ülker , Kiliçalp Miray
Published: January 2024

This study investigates the mediating role of work engagement in the correlation between employees’ interpersonal adaptability and their ability to cope with uncertain and unpredictable work situations. Data were collected from 502 people working in the food and beverage departments of five-star hotels in Türkiye through a questionnaire. The features of the items of the constructs in the research model were tested by applying the SPSS/AMOS 22.0 software structural equation analysis package with the maximum likelihood (ML) method of estimating with a two-step approach. The results show that interpersonal adaptability has a positive impact on dealing with uncertain and unpredictable work situations, and work engagement has a substantial effect. Moreover, interpersonal adaptability has a positive impact on work engagement. In the light of the findings obtained from this research, theoretical contributions and practical suggestions are presented to practitioners and researchers.
Narratives to identities: Japanese graduate teaching assistants as language teachers
Authors: Chen Junyuan
Published: January 2024

The present study explores Japanese student teachers’ identity construction and transition with focuses on contexts both inside and outside the classroom in the online environment during the COVID-19 pandemic. By integrating language teacher identities as a complex and dynamic entirety rather than detached pieces, this qualitative research study utilizes both narrative inquiry and positioning analysis to examine four Japanese student teacher identities through both discursive construction in discourse and momentary behavior in talk-in-interaction. The data collected from the surveys, class observations, interviews and weekly meetings revealed four aspects of Japanese student teacher identities: (1) beliefs on foreign language education in and beyond the classroom, (2) self-perceptions of not only language teachers but also future supporters and life helpers, (3) perceptions of teaching Japanese live-online during the COVID-19 pandemic and (4) beliefs on successful language teaching relying on bidirectional cooperation of both teachers and students. The article concludes with a discussion about how the possible directions for future research in terms of the contextual narrative exploration in languages other than English and the integration of both narrative inquiry and positioning analysis methods.
University EFL learners’ perceptions of communicative language teaching and learning
Authors: Metruk Rastislav
Published: January 2024

This paper attempts to explore Slovak EFL learners’ perceptions of the fundamental principles of communicative approach, which has been employed as the primary way of teaching foreign languages for the past five decades. Research participants were formed by 111 Slovak university EFL leaners – teacher trainees (n = 111), who were asked to demonstrate their level of agreement to the statements concerning communicative language teaching by responding to a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire. The calculated means indicate that overall, the research participants are in agreement with the selected principles of CLT as they agreed with 16 out of the 18 chosen statements. However, they appear to be neutral about two aspects of CLT, the use of native language at EFL lessons and discovering and investigating grammatical rules by learners themselves. Arising out of the research results, the conclusions are drawn, and pedagogical implications are discussed.