bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Factors on Mobile Application User Satisfaction in the Largest Indonesian Internet Service Provider (ISP)
Authors: Tirana Yashella , Sfenrianto Sfenrianto
Published: October 2023

Many users complain about using the largest mobile Internet Service Provider (ISP) application in Indonesia, MyIndihome, such as difficulties in verifying, logging in, and changing cell phone numbers and emails. With these complaints, the satisfaction of the MyIndihome application users decreases. The research aims to determine the effect of information quality, system quality, service quality, ease of use, usefulness, and chatbot effectiveness on user satisfaction with MyIndihome. Chatbot effectiveness is a novelty of the research because it has not been studied in previous research. The research applies a quantitative approach. Then the sampling technique used is probability sampling, and the method is simple random sampling with 417 respondents. Data collection techniques are carried out by distributing online questionnaires, and the data are statistically processed with SmartPLS and analyzed by Structural Equation Model (SEM). After carrying out several stages of testing from validity tests, reliability tests, and structural models, the results show that information quality, system quality, ease of use, usability, and chatbot effectiveness have a significant effect on user satisfaction. However, the service quality has no effect. These results can help companies to increase user satisfaction with the MyIndihome application. They can increase the variables that influence user satisfaction with the MyIndihome application.
Sosialisasi Akreditasi BAN PAUD dan PNF Serta Pendampingan Pengisian Sispena 3.1 Pada Satuan Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Se- Kabupaten Gresik
Authors: Masturoh Umi , Ifadah Ayunda Sayyidatul
Published: October 2023

Sistem Penilaian Akreditasi atau yang biasanya disingkat dengan Sispena adalah aplikasi penilaian akreditasi berbasis web dengan pemanfaatan data pokok pendidikan dan kebudayaan (dapodik) untuk memudahkan dalam proses pelaksanaan akreditasi, khususnya pada ranah pendidikan anak usia dini (PAUD) dan pendidikan nonformal (PNF). Aplikasi sispena ini sangat mudah dan efisien bisa diakses dari mana saja, kapan saja dengan syarat pengguna terhubung dengan akses internet dan satuan/sekolah memiliki akun – username dan password - untuk mengakses. Meski disadari bahwa akreditasi adalah proses reguler yang harus dilakukan oleh satuan pendidikan khususnya satuan pendidikan pada anak usia dini (PAUD) dan pendidikan nonformal (PNF) agar dapat dikategorikan sebagai lembaga yang layak untuk menyelenggarakan pendidikan, pada  kenyataannya masih banyak ditemukan satuan pendidikan di Kabupaten Gresik masih belum memperhatikan hal ini secara seksama. Program pengabdian masyarakat ini dilakukan dalam rangka memberikan sosialisasi akreditasi BAN PAUD dan PNF serta pendampingan pengisian sispena 3.1 pada satuan PAUD dan PNF se kabupaten Gresik sebagai langkah awal mengajukan akreditasi guna meningkatkan nilai akreditasi. Subyek kegiatan sosialisasi dan pendampingan ini adalah sasaran sampul acak yang wajib mengikuti akreditasi (compulsory) dari seluruh satuan PAUD baik KB/PG atau TK/RA atau PKBM sebanyak 63 satuan. Pelaksanaan kegiatan sosialisasi akreditasi dan pendampingan pengisian sispena 3.1 ini dilaksanakan secara luring pada Selasa, 23 Mei 2023 bertempat di UPT SMP Negeri 3 Gresik Jln. Panglima Sudirman No. 100 Gresik dengan peserta adalah seluruh operator sekolah yang didampingi oleh Ibu Kepala Sekolah. Pada saat kegiatan pemaparan materi narasumber/pemateri menggunakan metode simulasi praktik secara langsung dengan pengisian data akreditasi melalui aplikasi sispena 3.1 kepada 63 satuan peserta. Hasil dari kegiatan sosialisasi akreditasi dan pendampingan pengisian sispena 3.1  yaitu peserta dari masing-masing sekolah dapat memahami pentingnya kegiatan akreditasi dan mekanisme pengisian data akreditasi melalui sispena 3.1 dengan baik, serta menyiapkan indikator pemenuhan mutlak dan dokumen berupa data mutu lulusan, data proses pembelajaran, data mutu guru data managerial sekolah dan data sarana dan prasarana untuk memenuhi unsur penilaian yang ada pada sistem badan akreditasi nasional. Peserta cukup antusias yang awalnya masih banyak di antara operator sekolah belum begitu memahami cara pengisian data Akreditasi pada aplikasi sispena 3.1 namun setelah diadakan sosialisasi dan pendampingan ini masing-masing sekolah bisa melanjutkan pengisiannya dari rumah atau sekolah masing-masing serta masih tetap ada pemantauan melalui media sosial whatsapp group secara intensif
Operating inlet pressure head assessment for multi-outlet submain manifolds in a low-pressurized water distribution network system
Authors: Yıldırım Gürol
Published: October 2023

Multi-outlet pipes can be used to distribute and collect fluids and have applications in various engineering fields, especially in the water supply system. The hydraulic design of a submain unit pipeline with multiple outlets is a very important concern for the proper hydraulic performance of irrigation water distribution systems. The operating inlet pressure head, H0I, is a main hydraulic component for the proper hydraulically efficient design and evaluation of pressure head distribution along the line. The energy-gradient ratio (EGR) approach is a useful tool to identify first which type of pressure profile occurs for a given uniform design slope with other hydraulic variables initially known and then, comprehensively evaluate its definite hydraulic characteristics along the line. Knowing the hydraulic properties of any type of pressure profile regarded enables the design engineer to evaluate pressure parameters through the line sections in a simple way. The procedure is simplified by regarding the localized head loss along the pipe but neglecting the change in kinetic head. The present analytical technique performs sufficiently accurately in comparison with the computer-aided software design technique, for all performed simulations.
Disponibilidade de Nutrientes em Neossolo Regolítico sob Sistema Agroecológico com Diferentes Fontes de Adubação
Authors: Silva Geiziane de Fátima da , Fraga Vânia da Silva , Silva James Luís da Costa e , Costa Adilson Alves , Dias Bruno de Oliveira , Araujo Witória de Oliveira , Campos Milton Cesar Costa
Published: October 2023

O Neossolo Regolítico é o solo que predomina na região do Agreste Paraibano, esses são solos jovens pouco desenvolvidos, com baixo poder de adsorção de nutrientes, baixo teor de matéria orgânica e alta saturação por base. Esses solos são muito utilizados pela agricultura familiar da região com o cultivo de culturas de subsistência e de batata inglesa, com isso torna-se necessário a adição de insumos agrícolas com o intuito de elevar a fertilidade do solo e o teor de matéria orgânica. Objetivou-se avaliar a fertilidade dos Neossolos cultivados com batata inglesa submetidos a insumos orgânicos e mineral. Foram coletadas amostras de solo em nove propriedades nas cidades de Areial, Esperança, Montadas e Remígio. Após a realização das coletas, as amostras foram submetidas a análise de solo para a obtenção dos teores de N, P, K+, Na+, Ca2+, Mg2+, H++Al3+, COT e fracionamento físico da M.O. Os dados foram submetidos ao teste de Tukey ao nível de 5% de significância. O pH do solo teve seus teores elevados quando se utilizou a adubação apenas com esterco, ficando em condições ótimas para o desenvolvimento da cultura da batata. De modo geral, o uso combinado entre os insumos esterco bovino + biofertilizante se mostrou eficaz no aporte de N, manteve os teores de Al3+ no solo próximo a zero, disponibilizou mais Ca para a planta e houve um maior aporte de M.O quando utilizado este tratamento e o tratamento apenas com esterco bovino. O uso combinado de esterco + biofertilizante e o uso do esterco bovino de forma isolada foram os melhores tratamentos para a melhoria da fertilidade dos Neossolos Regolíticos da Região do Agreste Paraibano.
Probiotics: Therapeutic Strategy on the Prevention and Treatment of
Inflammatory Diseases: Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Celiac
Disease
Authors: dos Santos Pereira Elisa , de Oliveira Raphaelli Chirle , Massaut Khadija Bezerra , Ribeiro Jardel Araújo , Soares Vitola Helena Reissig , Pieniz Simone , Fiorentini Ângela Maria
Published: October 2023

Background:

Recent evidence demonstrates the fundamental role of the gut microbiota
in inflammatory diseases, and several mechanisms of action of probiotics in improvement of inflammatory
parameters.

Objective:

The objective of this review was to relate the consumption of probiotic bacteria and its
effects on inflammatory diseases, including obesity, type II diabetes and celiac disease.

Methods:

A search was carried out in English, between the years 2011 and 2022, for research articles
and clinical trials with humans and in vivo studies. Research showed improvement in cardiovascular
risk markers, and improvement in insulin sensitivity, lipid profile and plasma atherogenic
index, in obesity with the use of probiotics. In type II diabetes, decreased levels of fasting glucose,
glycated hemoglobin, insulin and glycemic index, and increased levels of peptide 1, superoxide
dismutase and glutathione peroxidase were observed.

Results:

In addition to cellular protection of the islets of Langerhans and positive alteration of TNF-
α and IL-1β markers. Improvement in the condition of patients with celiac disease was observed,
since the neutralization of the imbalance in serotonin levels was observed, reducing the expression
of genes of interest and also, a decrease in cytokines.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the use of probiotics should be encouraged.
Contrast-enhanced Ultrasonography for Diagnosis of Small Intestinal
Leiomyosarcoma with Hepatic Metastasis: A Clinical Report of One Case and
Review of the Literature
Authors: Sun Jiubo , Li Gang , Huo Xiaoguang , Fang Ning , Wang Xiaofei , Xu Wenzhe
Published: October 2023

Background::

Small intestinal leiomyosarcoma is a rare malignant tumor of the gastrointestinal tract. Clinical symptoms are atypical and can be complicated by
gastrointestinal bleeding and intestinal obstruction.

Case Presentation::

We report a case of a 73-year-old patient with small intestinal smooth muscle sarcoma with hepatic metastasis. No significant abnormalities were
seen on examination of the abdomen. We performed abdominal enhancement CT, contrast-enhanced ultrasonography (CEUS), and ultrasoundguided
pelvic mass puncture biopsy, and we found a heterogeneous density and echogenicity of the pelvic mass, and the enhancement was
progressive with sustained hyperenhancement. The postoperative pathology was smooth muscle sarcoma of the small intestine. The typical fast-in,
fast-out bull's-eye sign of metastases, characterized the liver presented with multiple hypodense and echogenic nodules and the enhancement. The
clinical presentation, imaging, histologic features, and treatment are also discussed in this article.

Conclusion::

This article briefly reviews the literature on small intestinal leiomyosarcoma. The purpose of this case report is to emphasize the specificity of the
case and evaluate the imaging presentation of ultrasound (US) and CEUS and the main differential diagnosis of this rare gastrointestinal tumor.
The Effect of the Dead Volumes and Pre-Expansion on the Produced Work
Authors: Rufer Alfred
Published: October 2023

In Chapter 6, the parasitic effect of pre-expansion due to the presence of
dead volumes has been observed. This effect will now be analyzed in more detail in
this chapter. Especially the influence of this pre-expansion on the total produced
mechanical work is calculated. Different pre-expansion factors are considered and the
mechanical work of an ideal system without pre-expansion will be compared with the
reduced mechanical work of a cylinder assembly affected by pre-expansion.
Semi-rotary and Linear Actuators for Compressed Air Energy Storage and Energy Efficient Pneumatic Applications
Authors: Rufer Alfred
Published: October 2023

This text explains the use of compressed air for energy storage and efficient pneumatic applications. Chapters cover the elementary physical and engineering principles related to compressed air, including compression and expansion characteristics, adiabatic, polytropic, and isothermal phenomena, and energy content within a given volume. The author also discusses the advantages and drawbacks of pneumatic technology and presents innovative ways to increase the energy efficiency of pneumatic actuators. A key highlight of the book is the introduction of a method to enhance efficiency by incorporating expansion work alongside constant pressure displacement. The author presents an analysis of various cylinder assemblies where energy efficiency is notably improved compared to conventional pneumatic actuators. The book serves as a primary reference for mechanical engineering students and as a handbook for engineers designing efficient pneumatic devices.

Key Features:

Fundamental and advanced information about actuators and their pneumatic applications

Focus on energy efficiency testing

Systematic chapter order for effective learning progression, with a working example to support comprehension

References for further reading

Appendices providing additional insights and resources .
How Nanoparticles Enter the Human Body and their Effects
Authors: Morteza Naghib Seyed , Garshasbi Hamid Reza
Published: October 2023

The new scientific innovation of engineering nanoparticles (NPs) at the
atomic scale (diameter<100nm) has led to numerous novel and useful wide applications
in electronics, chemicals, environmental protection, medical imaging, disease
diagnoses, drug delivery, cancer treatment, gene therapy, etc. The manufacturers and
consumers of nanoparticle-related industrial products, however, are likely to be
exposed to these engineered nanomaterials, which have various physical and chemical
properties at levels far beyond ambient concentrations. These nanosized particles are
likely to increase unnecessary infinite toxicological effects on animals and the
environment, although their toxicological effects associated with human exposure are
still unknown. These ultrafine particles can enter the body through skin pores,
debilitated tissues, injection, olfactory, respiratory, and intestinal tracts. These uptake
routes of NPs may be intentional or unintentional. Their entry may lead to various
diversified adverse biological effects. Until a clearer picture emerges, the limited data
available suggest that caution must be exercised when potential exposures to NPs are
encountered. Some methods have been used to determine the portal routes of nanoscale
materials on experimental animals. They include pharyngeal instillation, injection,
inhalation, cell culture lines and gavage exposures.
Implementation of Power Factor Correction using Asynchronous Boost Converter on Single Phase Full-Bridge Diode
Authors: Saputra Masramdhani , Ridzki Imron , Wiwaha Sigit Setya , Djulihenanto Saddani
Published: October 2023

In various industrial applications, the use of a power supply that uses a conventional diode single-phase rectifier topology results in high harmonic values in the electricity distribution system. One of the real impacts of this harmonic value is the heating of the electric power system equipment and power losses. High rms current values due to harmonics often cause problems in protection settings in addition to efficiency problems. The percentage value between the total harmonic component and the fundamental component is called THD (Total Harmonic Distortions). Therefore, in this study an asynchronous dc-dc boost converter is connected to the output side of a single-phase diode rectifier which is capable of improving power factor and low harmonics. So that a THD value of less than 15%, PF (Power Factor) = 0.92-1 and a sinusoidal input current can be obtained. The implementation results show that the PFC (Power Factor Correction) method can work well on single-phase diode rectifiers.
El Mercado Lingüístico en la Sociología de Pierre Bourdieu. Génesis de una Categoría e Hipótesis Interpretativas
Authors: Aniceto Paulo Damian , Capdevielle Julieta Maria
Published: October 2023

En este trabajo, reunimos y analizamos los elementos de la obra de Pierre Bourdieu que resultan indispensables para comprender el concepto de mercado lingüístico. El objetivo es hacer notar que si para esto se requiere algo más que lecturas de ¿Qué significa hablar? es porque el concepto puede deslindarse dentro de la sociología del autor, pero no autonomizarse. Con este fin, evaluamos algunas de las críticas que recibió e interrogamos dos de sus componentes, generalmente desatendidos. Uno surge del diálogo con las tres figuras pilares de la sociología, Durkheim, Weber, y Marx. El otro, del distanciamiento de la noción de habitus respecto del generativismo chomskiano. Concluimos que aislar la categoría mercado lingüístico de su contexto conceptual de origen puede llevar a reificar aquello que designa.
The role of emotions in organizational behaviour
Authors: Bogáthy Zoltán , Sulea Coralia , Zaborila Catalina
Published: October 2023

The paper explores the main implications of the current approach to the study of emotions in organizations (the bi-dimensional approach) and the relation between the emotional experience and the behaviour displayed at the workplace (organizational citizenship behaviour and counterproductive behaviour). The authors claim that a focus on the change of individual models of adaptation to the demands of the environment would bring more efficiency to consultant's activities of diagnosis and intervention in organizations.
Web-based occupational stress prevention system
Authors: Teichmann Mare , Ilvest Jr. Jüri
Published: October 2023

This paper discusses the design and use of a web-based occupational stress prevention system in Estonia. There was a pressing need for such a system since 38% of the Estonian labour force manifests occupational stress. The cost of occupational stress is high - it includes human suffering as well as medical and socio-economic problems. It also causes considerable disturbances in terms of productivity and competitiveness. The web-based occupational stress prevention system was developed for decreasing occupational stress through offering individual assistance, advice and guidance using e-psychodiagnostics and e-learning.
Myths among personnel (HR) professionals
Authors: Teichmann Mare , Randmann Liina
Published: October 2023

In this paper we share our experience and examine some myths that exist among personnel (HR) professionals. In order to get an overview how deep is the gap be¬tween academic knowledge and everyday truths regarding personnel management we carried out the study in two phases. In the first phase we interviewed outstand¬ing Estonian personnel managers as an expert group, and the second phase inter¬viewed personnel professionals and non-HR professionals from different occupa¬tions (engineers, bookkeepers, lawyers, civil servants, and teachers). We explored issues of knowledge in the field by look¬ing at the levels of agreement regarding the quality of research evidence in Work and Organizational Psychology (WOP). The study revealed that the work done in many personnel management fields is based on similar myths that exist among non-personnel professionals.
Human Resource Management (HRM) strategies and academic engagement in UK universities: Reflections on an academic-practitioner study
Authors: Waddington Kathryn , Lister Julie
Published: October 2023

In this paper we present and discuss find­ings from a small-scale mixed methods study exploring Human Resource Man­agement (HRM) strategies and academic engagement in six universities in England. A collaborative academic-practitioner model of research was adopted, with the explicit intention of generating research findings of interest and value to HR prac­titioners, managers, and researchers. Key findings included: a) some recognition by HR directors that the profession has been slow to provide metrics to evalu­ate/demonstrate HR ‘added value’; and b) a perception by academic staff of HR as part of ‘management armoury’, and the means by which unpopular initiatives are implemented; rather than a strategic driving force. Our identities and syner­gies as reflective practitioners and reflex­ive researchers are an important aspect of our academic-practitioner model. We will therefore reflect upon the meaning of these findings with regard to evidence-based HR practice. We argue that reflec­tive practice is important both for the role of HRM in the management of toxic emo­tion in the workplace, and the potential for the development of ethical HRM practice and organizational compassion.
How leaders influence their followers’ work engagement
Authors: Breevaart Kimberley , Jensen Troy M.
Published: October 2023

Because of the worldwide economic cri­sis, an increasing number of organiza­tions have to deal with financial problems. This has forced organizations to reorgan­ise their structures and processes, and has led to a growing global competition. It seems evident that in such a situation employee work engagement is crucial. In this article, we address the role of leaders in inspiring their employees. We specifi­cally focus on the impact of transforma­tional leadership on employees’ work en­vironment and work engagement. Using specific examples, we provide leaders and coaches with tools to enhance em­ployee work engagement within a short time period.
Manajemen Strategis Sekolah Unggulan Berbasis Islam di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Maulida Nadya Zilan , Rohmah Nanda Dwi
Published: October 2023

Dalam dunia modern sekolah unggulan merupakan acuan pendidikan yang banyak dipandang mempunyai mutu paling baik. Pada penelitian ini, SD Birrul Walidain Muhammadiyah Sragen merupakan salah satu sekolah unggulan  berbasis islam yang ada di lingkungan masyarakat. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan pendekatan case study research (penelitian studi kasus) untuk mengetahui secara rinci proses manajemen strategis yang dilakukan oleh SD Birrul Walidain Muhammadiyah Sragen. Pengambilan data dilakukan dengan cara observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi dengan responden kepala sekolah, guru, dan tenaga kependidikan. Hasil dari penelitian ini adalah 1) sekolah mampu mengembangkan dan mempertahankan kualitas melalui program unggulan, 2) sekolah merencanakan visi, misi, dan tujuan berdasarkan pada rapat RPS tiap semester atau ajaran baru, 3) sekolah menggunakan analisis SWOT untuk mengetahui kekuatan, kelemahan, tantangan, dan ancaman, 4) prestasi dan kegiatan ekstrakurikuler sekolah adalah hasil dari keberhasilan sekolah dalam merumuskan visi, misi, dan tujuan sekolah dengan baik dan benar. Manajemen strategis yang digunakan oleh sekolah terbukti memberikan dampak baik untuk peningkatan prestasi siswa, sehingga sekolah mampu bersaing dengan kompetitor terdekat.
Redefining School Libraries for the Digital Age: Developing Comprehensive Digital Collection Strategies
Authors: Hasibuan Putri Aisyah , Fadhli Rahmat , Igiriza Miftahunnisa'
Published: October 2023

This study aims to analyze the strategy for developing digital collections in school libraries. The method used is qualitative research with data collection techniques including observation, interviews, and documentation. The research was conducted at the Widura Library of Vocational High School 3 Yogyakarta. The study involved three informants, consisting of the head librarian and school library staff. The results show that the school library already has a digital collection as part of its development. The process of developing digital collections in school libraries includes analyzing user needs, mapping digital collection sources, and evaluating development. The development of digital collections is still limited to obtaining electronic school book collections from the Ministry of Education. Some strategies that can be implemented by school libraries include collaborating with other libraries and downloading digital collections that are available for free from digital collection providers.
Bioremediation by bacteria isolated from water contaminated with hydrocarbons
Authors: Fahim Muhsin Khadija , Fadhil AboKsour Mohammed , Hadi Saba
Published: October 2023

Oil pollution is currently a global problem. However, an oil-contaminated ecology is rich in microorganisms that may utilize petroleum oil and hydrocarbons for growth, feeding, and metabolic processes. In the present study, fifty polluted water samples were collected from five stations (ten samples each) in the Al-Fahama oil refinery in eastern Baghdad. The water contamination parameters of these collected water samples were detected. Then, the percentage of water contamination with some heavy metals (zinc, lead, and cadmium) and radioactive elements (uranium, cesium and actinium) was measured. The proportions of these elements were compared within their limits permitted by the World Health Organization (WHO). Fifty-nine bacterial isolates were isolated from polluted water, and 24 isolates of them succeeded in analyzing crude oil. The results of the current study showed that seven isolates belong to the genus Citrobacter amalonaticus (29.16%), six isolates belong to Enterobacter cloacae (25%), three isolates belonged to both Pseudomonas aeruginosa (12.5%) and Ochrobacterum anthropi (12.5%), and human Ochrobacterum. With a percentage of 12.5%, two isolates of Serratia marcescens (8.3%) and one isolate of each Pseudomonas fluorescens, Serratia fonticola, and Burkholderia pseudomallei (4.16%) of each. The optimum of some conditions for the decomposition process was determined in terms of (pH, temperature and crude oil concentration) and the results showed that the optimum degradation conditions were 35°C at pH equal to 7.5 in the presence of 2% of crude oil. Several experiments were conducted to determine the most efficient isolates for oil analysis. Burkholderia pseudomallei and Pseudomonas fluorescens are the most active bacterial species in their oil degradation. Genes responsible for hydrocarbon analysis were revealed in twenty-four bacterial isolates using a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay. The results showed that the ALKB gene (alkane hydroxylase) was observed in all bacterial isolates that succeeded in analyzing crude oil with a percentage equal to 100%, NahAc gene (naphthalene dioxygenase) has been recorded in four isolates (16.7%), these four bacterial isolates were Burkholderia pseudomallei, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Ochrobacterum anthropic, and Pseudomonas fluorescens. Generally, the isolation rate of both C. amalonaticus and E. cloacae isolates was higher than in other studies, which may be due to the hydrocarbon pollution in isolation; both B. pseudomallei and P. fluorescens isolates were the highest active bacterial species in their oil degradation. Genetic results showed that the AlkB gene was the domain compared with other degradation genes used in the current study, followed by NahAc gene. Keywords: Bioremediation, heavy metal, B. pseudomallei, hydrocarbons, crude oil
An Exploration of the Practice Path of Party Building and Business Integration in Higher Vocational Colleges—A Case Study of the Teaching Branch of the College of Tea and Food Science and Technology in Jiangsu Polytechnic of Agriculture and Forestry
Authors: Chong Wang
Published: October 2023

The Party branch of teachers in higher vocational colleges needs to correctly understand the dialectical relationship between party building and business work. At present, the phenomenon of emphasizing business over party building is still a prominent problem in the integration of the two. This paper sorted out the problems and current situation in the process of party construction and business integration in the party branch of grass-roots teachers, analyzed the specific reasons, and introduced the exploration of the party branch in promoting the integration of party construction and business work in combination with the practice of the School of Tea and Food Science and Technology of Jiangsu Agriculture and Forestry Vocational and Technical College.
ESTABLISHED PRACTICES, CHALLENGES AND ACHIEVEMENTS IN CREATING INCLUSIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE CLASSROOMS IN OMAN’S INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION
Authors: Tuzlukova Victoria , Al Siyabi Jamila , Al Kaabi Khalid , Hadra Mohammad
Published: October 2023

Research in the context of Oman’s higher education indicates that well-established support service systems and procedures, innovations in technology and English language pedagogy could be crucial for special needs undergraduate students’ language learning and their effective inclusion into the classroom. However, limited attention has still been reported on the common teaching and learning practices, as well as challenging and successful episodes of such practices that could be incremental to the context. This design-based study yielded data and descriptive information collected in order to better understand teachers’ unique perspectives and opinions about English language inclusive teaching practices currently employed across higher education institutions in Oman. Accounts on challenges and achievements in creating inclusive English language classroom were gathered through the structured interviews with six faculty of the Centre for Preparatory Studies at Sultan Qaboos University. The analysis involved data management, description, and identification of the themes that brought meaning and unified diverse experiences into meaningful wholes. The results of the study reveal sensitivity and very positive attitude shown by teachers toward inclusive English language teaching. However, there are several challenging aspects, including misinterpreted concepts, limited knowledge and expertise. Though the study looked only at teachers from one institutions of higher education, it is evident that search for both formal and informal means of helping teachers in developing new insights into inclusive language pedagogy is essential. Being supplied with access to relevant teacher professional development and resources on innovations in education and technology, the teaching community will be provided with better pedagogical tools, and many barriers in teaching and learning will be removed.
PLANNING AND DEVELOPING AN ONLINE ENGLISH WRITING COURSE FOR COMPUTER SCIENCE: A PRACTICAL GUIDE
Authors: Hobbs-Koch Paul , Gahman Paul , Rebenko Maryna
Published: October 2023

An online English course for computer science students at the B2 level was conceptualized for the E-learning institution Virtuelle Hochschule Bayern between Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg and the Technische Hochschule Nuremberg Georg Simon Ohm. The course consists of four separate modules that cumulatively target writing and language skills relevant to computer science students. Individual assessments at the end of each module serve as a review. Further, students write keystone pieces throughout the course that constitute a writing portfolio. The students’ written pieces are targeted assignments that encapsulate both the writing and the language skills addressed in each module. For instructors, these provide insight into how well students acquired the requisite skills. The writing skills cover online writing tools (COCA, AntConc, OneLook, Quillbot), software documentation, expository text based on pseudocode, and finally, summarizing/paraphrasing tools. These are reinforced through language skills that either have greater prominence in the computer science field or are frequently used for the respective writing skills. Comma and hyphen rules, maintaining objectivity in writing, describing data in figures, and embedded clauses in English are some of the language skills covered. For materials development, a combination of corpus and AI writing tools were implemented to analyse and modify authentic scientific literature. Examples, keywords, and patterns of writing taken from authentic texts were modified to create exercises relevant to topics presented in the modules. The course provides strong didactic support for instructors whose aim is to facilitate a more natural set of writing tasks and students' ability to apply the learned skills beyond the classroom.
IMPROVING EMI THROUGH THE VISEGRAD CLIL-HET PROJECT
Authors: Alhasani Mirela Dubali
Published: October 2023

In line with the global education tendency, Higher Education Institutions in Albania are making attempts to successfully implement a competitive English Medium Instruction (EMI) University model. This chapter sheds light on a case study analysis of EPOKA University - an International University in Tirana using English language instruction for its disciplinary programs. Specifically, the chapter illuminates the contributory findings of the CLIL- HET project into the English didactic competence of the international and local non-native English-speaking academic staff of EPOKA University. This university comprises a ESP/EMI practice par excellence in Albania, however, no such theoretical training has ever been prioritized at the regional and EU level project consortium in this narrow didactic dimension. The project diagnosed the need to improve English teaching didactic for disciplinary lecturers specifically to place language goals on the same equal importance to the content goals. Moreover, the English teaching needs assessment and its standardization in compatibility with recent EMI/CLIL/ESP principles, is perceived as the most relevant educational approach to further boost the international teaching profile of this young institution aspiring top-quality international academic recognition. The inductive results on the necessity to equip disciplinary scholars with EMI/CLIL//ESP sufficient theoretical tools will be a first model to be followed in the higher educational arena in Albania.
O QUE ESTÁ RESERVADO AO TRABALHO DOCENTE NAS IES PRIVADAS EM TEMPOS DE AUTOMAÇÃO DO ENSINO?
Authors: Araujo Francieli
Published: October 2023

Neste artigo examina-se alguns elementos de precarização do trabalho docente nos marcos da expansão do ensino superior privado no Brasil, sobretudo nas primeiras décadas do século XXI. Face ao sistemático processo de automação do ensino, que se espraia sob a aparência de inovação, vimos se aprofundar traços de desqualificação e degradação do trabalho docente nas IES privadas. O estudo aponta ainda expressiva ampliação dos contratos de trabalho com a marca da flexibilização, característica presente no mercado que conjuga educação e tecnologia.
Palavras-chave: Trabalho docente; Precarização; Automação do ensino.
A HEGEMONIA DO AGRONEGÓCIO DO CAMPO À EDUCAÇÃO
Authors: Balbi de Figueiredo e Cordeiro Tássia Gabriele
Published: October 2023

A presente tese tem como tema central a investida do agronegócio na educação, considerando o contexto da questão agrária e a luta ampliada pela terra como componente da luta de classes no Brasil. Em face disso, procuramos compreender a consolidação do agronegócio no país, especificamente, sua inserção na educação e os impactos de sua expansão para a oferta escolar em espaços rurais e para o movimento por uma Educação do Campo (CALDART, 2016).
Work Motivation Profiles of the Millennial Generation
Authors: Rubiano-Moreno Jessica , Alonso-Malaver Carlos , Nucamendi-Guillén Samuel , López-Hernández Carlos , Ramírez-Rojas Camilo
Published: October 2023

Purpose: This study aimed to determine characteristic profiles of the Millennial generation based on their sociodemographic features and motivational preferences regarding work. It contributes to the literature on Millennial motivation and provides insights for organizations seeking to better understand and manage said generation.
Design/Methodology: The study was conducted on a sample of 197 questionnaire responses from individuals in the Millennial generation who had work experience. The sampling was non-probabilistic and did not consider aspects related to socioeconomic or education levels to broaden the coverage of the study. The data were collected through an online survey in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Said data were examined using an analytical procedure—which involves a clustering algorithm to determine the optimal number of clusters—and logistic regression analysis—to identify significant variables that can explain the behavior of each group.
Findings: Two distinct motivational profiles were found among Millennials: (1) a group motivated by achievement and power and (2) another one inspired by affiliation and supervision group. It was also found that these two profiles are related to certain sociodemographic features, such as age and main breadwinner.
Conclusions: Understanding the motivational profiles of Millennials can help organizations better tailor their management practices and work environments to meet the needs of this generation. Likewise, organizations may need to provide several kinds of incentives and rewards to motivate different groups of Millennials. Future research in this area could explore the relationship between these motivational profiles and other outcomes, such as job satisfaction and turnover.
Originality: This study contributes to the literature on Millennial motivation by introducing a quantitative methodology to identify different motivational profiles and explore their relationship with sociodemographic features. The use of a clustering algorithm and regression analysis also contributes to the methodological approaches employed in this area of research. Focused on the Mexican context, this paper also provides insights into the unique cultural and economic factors that may influence Millennial motivation in this region.
Potensi Pembuatan Replika Tulang Berpori Menggunakan Template Ampas Tebu
Authors: Susanto Reno
Published: October 2023

Scaffold Hidroksiapatit dengan ukuran pori dari 400 nm sampai 4 mm dan porositas dalam kisaran 20%-97% telah diproduksi dengan menggunakan template alam dengan berbagai metode seperti replica method, direct foaming method, solvent casting katalisis, dan starch consolidation method. Pada artikel ini, kami meninjau pemrosesan natural template yang dapat digunakan untuk pembuatan hidrokdisiapatit dengan mempertimbangkan hasil yang diperoleh berupa ukuran pori, porositas, densitas, kuat tekan, dan hasil analisa uji in vitro serta in vivo. Pada akhirnya kami mengusulkan untuk membuat scaffold HA menggunakan Template Ampas tebu karena memiliki kuat tekan yang baik serta memilki kandungan silica yang cukup tinggi untuk mendukung kegiatan bioaktivitas hidroksiapatit.

Kata kunci: Ampas Tebu, Scaffold HA, Template Alam
Mempelajari Senyawa Mirisitrin Dengan Penambahan Substituen NH2, NO2, dan CH3 Sebagai Inhibitor Korosi Menggunakan Metode Density Fuctional Theory (DFT)
Authors: Tullatif Azuxe
Published: October 2023

Corrosion inhibition ability myricitrin compound (M1) with the addition of NH2 (M2), NO2 (M3), and CH3 (M4) on the metal surface has been studied using Fuctional Density Theory (DFT) with a base set of B3LYP / 6-31G (d, p). Parameters obtained from the optimization result are the value EHOMO, ELUMO and dipole moment. Of the value EHOMO and ELUMO obtained and calculated the value of the energy gap (AE), ionization potential (IP), electron affinity (EA), electronegativity (χ), hardness (η), softness (σ), electron transfer (ΔN), and electrophilicity (ω). Computational calculations show that the compound M4 has the best corrosion inhibition ability. Based on the value EHOMO, the energy gap (AE), ionization potential (IP), hardness (η), softness (σ) and electron transfer (ΔN).

 

Keywords: DFT, Corrosion Inhibition, EHOMO, ELUMO
Efek Sinergetik Ekstrak Daun Jambu Bol (Syzygium malaccense) dan Iodida terhadap Korosi Baja dalam Larutan Asam
Authors: Untari Putri
Published: October 2023

Research on the synergistic effect of jambu bol leaves extract and iodide on the corrosion of mild steel in acid solution has been carried out by weight loss, potentiodynamic polarization measurements, Fourier transform infrared (FTIR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis, and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) characterization. The inhibition efficiency increased with increasing iodide concentration and temperature. The highest inhibition efficiency was 92.05% in inhibitor of 5 g / L jambu bol leaves extract with the addition of 0.08 g / L of iodide. Adsorption of jambu bol leaves extract and iodide following the Langmuir isotherm adsorption. Potentiodynamic polarization measurements show the combination of jambu bol leaves inhibitor and iodide was a type of mixture inhibitor in hydrochloric acid solution. The synergistic effect of guava bol extract and potassium iodide was studied using thermodynamic and kinetic parameters.

 

Keywords: Jambu bol leaves, corrosion inhibitor, weight loss, synergistic effect, Langmuir isotherm
Karakterisasi zeolite dari ampas tebu yang dihasilkan dari reaktor hidrotermal dan aplikasinya pada penyerapan ion logam Pb2+
Authors: Muis Lince , Sanova Aulia , Suryadri Hadistya
Published: October 2023

Metode pembuatan zeolit yang umum dan banyak digunakan adalah metode alkali hidrotermal. Dalam penelitian ini proses sintesis zeolit dari ampas tebu menggunakan metode alkali hidrotermal pada temperatur 150 0C dan variasi waktu hidrotermal 8 jam, 16 jam dan 24 jam. Zeolit sintesis yang diperoleh dari metode alkali hidrotermal tersebut dikarakterisasi dengan menggunakan Difraksi Sinar-X dan Mikroskop Pemindai Elektron. Hasilnya adalah zeolit sodalit yang dihasilkan dari variasi waktu hidrotermal 8 jam dengan bentuk kristal kubik berukuran kecil saling berikatan membentuk geometri memanjang. Kemampuan adsorpsi dari zeolit sintetis yang dihasilkan diuji dengan menggunakan ion logam Pb2+. Kapasitas adsorpsi yang dihasilkan adalah 17,5485 mg/g.
Analisis Penggunaan Media Gambar pada Pembelajaran IPA di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Sirait Lena Marintan , Sukendro Sukendro
Published: October 2023

Media pembelajaran yang dapat digunakan oleh guru, salah satunya ialah media gambar. Penggunaan media gambar dalam pembelajaran diharapkan mampu membantu peserta didik dalam memahami penjelasan dari guru. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode penelitian deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data pada penelitian ini terdiri dari tiga yaitu observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Informan penelitian adalah guru kelas IV yang dipilih oleh peneliti disesuaikan dengan apa yang akan peneliti analisis sehingga dapat memberikan data atau informasi yang lengkap dan sesuai. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa terdapat beberapa langkah yang harus diperhatikan oleh guru sebagai berikut: Guru dapat memilih gambar yang sesuai dengan pertumbuhan dan perkembangan peserta didik, Memperlihatkan gambar kepada peserta didik, Mengarahkan perhatian peserta didik pada gambar yang digunakan guru dan mengajukan pertanyaan kepada peserta didik, Memberikan tugas kepada peserta didik sesuai dengan materi pembelajaran. Selain itu guru juga harus memperhatikan kriteria dalam memilih gambar. Kriteria tersebut ialah Gambar yang akan dipilih harus sesuai dengan tujuan pembelajaran yang akan dicapai oleh peserta didik, Gambar yang akan dipilih oleh guru harus menarik dan sesuai dengan tingkat pemikiran peserta didik, Gambar harus memiliki kualitas yang bagus serta gambar terlihat jelas, dan Ukuran gambar harus diperhatikan dan disesuaikan agar gambar bisa dilihat oleh peserta didik secara jelas.
Kata Kunci: Media Gambar, Media Pembelajaran
Pemanfaatan Media Sosial oleh Generasi Z sebagai Media Pembelajaran (Utilization of Social Media By Generation Z As A Learning Medium)
Authors: Nismeta Rotua Mendrofa Cheline , Aprilia Novita
Published: October 2023

Generasi Z (iGeneration)  ialah generasi terlahir pada rentang waktu 1995-2010. Generasi Z lahir setelah berakhirnya generasi Y semakin maju secara teknologi. Penelitian ini berusaha memahami bahwa media sosial  itu digunakan sebagai media/bahan ajar yang relevan bagi Generasi Z (iGeneration). Dikarenakan sosial media merupakan media yang erat kaitannya dengan Gen Z. Pada penelitian ini, memakai metode/teknik penelitian kepustakaan. Pada pendekatan ini, peneliti menganalisis dari bermacam sumber yang signifikan serta kredibel mengenai hakikat dan penggunaan sosial media sebagai media pembelajaran. Dari pengkajian yang sudah dilakukan, sosial media nampaknya memenuhi sesuai kriteria yang dapat dikatakan bahwa media sosial dimanfaatkan oleh gen Z menjadi media pembelajaran. Fungsi prasarana yang ada dalam sosial media bisa digunakan sebagai media/alat untuk menghubungkan maupun memperlancar proses belajar mengajar.
Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka pada Satuan Paud Sekolah Penggerak TK Khalifah Kota Jambi
Authors: Budiman Yohana Kadademahe , Muazza Muazza , Rahman K.A , Mailina Winda
Published: October 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memperoleh informasi tentang implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka serta faktor penghambat dan faktor pendukungnya, pada satuan PAUD pelaksana program Sekolah Penggerak yaitu TK Khalifah Kota Jambi. TK Khalifah merupakan Lembaga PAUD di Kota Jambi yang lulus seleksi Program Sekolah Penggerak pada Angkatan 1. Semua tenaga pendidik di TK Khalifah adalah Guru Penggerak. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Metode pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan triangulasi Teknik yaitu wawancara, observasi langsung dan pengumpulan dokumen. Informan dalam penelitian ini berjumlah 4 orang, yaitu Kepala Sekolah dan 3 orang tenaga pendidik. Hasil penelitian menemukan bahwa TK Khalifah telah mengimplementasikan Kurikulum Merdeka melalui 3 tahapan yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan dan evaluasi. Pada tahapan perencanaan, Kepala Sekolah bersama dengan guru menyusun Kurikulum Operasional Satuan Pendidikan (KOSP) lalu menyusun Modul Ajar dan Modul Proyek Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila (P5). Pada tahapan pelaksanaan, merdeka bermain terlihat saat kegiatan pembelajaran intrakurikuler dan pembelajaran dengan pendekatan Proyek Penguatan Profil Pelajar Pancasila (P5). Pada tahapan akhir, yaitu evaluasi dilakukan bersama-sama oleh Kepala Sekolah dan guru terhadap pembelajaran yang telah diimplementasikan sehingga muncul budaya refleksi yang disertai dengan pendampingan dan pengembangan secara professional. Faktor penghambat yang ditemukan adalah pengalaman guru dan kurangnya referensi karena Kurikulum Merdeka merupakan kurikulum baru yang ditetapkan Pemerintah. Faktor pendukung adalah manajemen Kepala Sekolah dan Platform Pembelajaran digital.
En kort strategi om næsten alt – Hvordan laver man en strategi, der er relevant for dem, der skal bruge den?
Authors: Obed Madsen Søren , Nørregaard Dorte
Published: October 2023

I teorierne er der masser af forslag til, hvordan man griber det an, når der skal laves en ny strategi, men hvilke overvejelser bør man gøre sig, hvis man også skal indtænke medarbejderne som aktører og tage højde for, at en strategi skal bruges til at opfylde forskellige behov? Med udgangspunkt i seks kvalitative interview af strategisk udvalgte medarbejdere og et fokusgruppeinterview med bestyrelsen i en NGO foretages en analyse af, hvilke behov strategien skal opfylde, hvad ideerne om en god strategi er, og hvilken proces, der er brug for. Artiklen konkluderer, at en ny strategi må tage udgangspunkt i de oplevede styringsbehov, som medarbejderne har, og beskriver de spørgsmål, som aktørerne må drøfte for at kunne lave en sådan strategi.
Primeras páginas 15(2)
Authors: Research Journal UNED
Published: October 2023

Primeras páginas 15(2)