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Strategi Pembelajaran Kooperatif dalam Pembelajaran PAI di MAN 2 Pasaman Barat
Authors: Ahmad Zainiansyah  , Husnul Khotimah  , Gusmaneli Gusmaneli
Published: September 2024

Education is a forum for acquiring knowledge transferred from teachers to students. In education, the term model Learning can never be separated from every activity between teachers and teacher students where the learning model is a strategy in implementing educational activities. Dissatisfaction with the results of the learning model Conventional education makes education experts continue to strive for develop a learning model that is expected to be able to provide improvements in the implementation of the educational process. Wrong One learning model that is recommended is the learning model Cooperative This model emphasizes that students are able to learn to understand knowledge and learning work together to achieve certain learning goals. Cooperative learning also teaches students to interact and communicate well between fellow students. Learn to create Good relationships between students will train students to get used to it create good relationships between people. This goal is very appropriate with Islamic religious teachings. So with the existence of a learning model This cooperative, students will be able to have good interactions among humans both in the educational environment at school and in the community environment.
Pengawasan Akuntabilitas Pemerintah Daerah terhadap Anggaran Pendapatan dan Belanja Daerah (APBD)
Authors: Ellsa Lettryana Hasis  , Ida Bagus Anggapurana Pidada
Published: September 2024

This study evaluates the supervision and law enforcement regarding the accountability of the local government of Klungkung Regency towards the Regional Budget (APBD). The findings indicate that despite existing regulations governing the framework of supervision and the obligations of local governments, law enforcement still faces several challenges such as regulatory ambiguity and resource constraints. To enhance effectiveness, there is a need for capacity building of supervisory and law enforcement agencies, strengthening inter-agency cooperation, and safeguarding institutional independence. These efforts are crucial to ensuring good and accountable governance of regional finances.
Pentingnya Vitamin A Pada Mata
Authors: Muhammad Afda Nuzula  , Salsabila Audrina Putri  , Shelina Dwi Ambarwati  , Febi Yuspa Nastiti  , Liss Dyah Dewi Arini
Published: September 2024

The recent increase in eye health issues among children is suspected to be due to a lack of vitamin A or exposure to radiation from electronic devices. Controlling children's use of electronic technology poses a challenge for both society and parents. Active involvement of the government and the community is needed to address this issue. Vitamin A supplements have become a common strategy in preventing and addressing vitamin A deficiency in public health programs. The prevalence of blindness in Indonesia is of serious concern, with the highest rate in Southeast Asia. Vitamin A is essential in maintaining eye and overall body health. Efforts to provide vitamin A supplements are an effective strategy in preventing and addressing vitamin A deficiency. Additionally, vitamin A plays a role in maintaining reproductive organ health, protecting the body from the risk of cancer and chronic diseases, and strengthening the immune system. Vitamin A deficiency can lead to visual impairment, anemia, and decreased immunity to infections. Attention to vitamin A intake in daily diet is crucial, but maintaining a balance is necessary to avoid toxicity. Awareness and education about the importance of vitamin A need to be enhanced, and the government and society must work together to prevent and address issues related to vitamin A deficiency..
Implementasi Pendidikan Nilai dalam Pendidikan Agama Islam
Authors: Lola Afriani  , Zainal Efendi Hasibuan
Published: September 2024

Values education is at the core of Islamic religious education, because the purpose of value education is to educate human behavior in the teachings of Islam better known by educating noble morals based on Al-Quran and Hadith. Through value education, the objectives, materials, methods, evaluation activities, and educators in Islamic religious education should support the achievement of the value of education goals. Implementation of values education in Islamic religious education can help learners become human beings who understand the values of their religious teachings and apply these values in their daily lives, so that any negative effects of changing times can be anticipated learners better.
Strategi Badan Penanggulangan Bencana Daerah dalam Penanggulangan Bencana Alam Banjir di Kabupaten Karimun Tahun 2023
Authors: Sudeno Atmaja  , Bismar Arianto  , Eki Darmawan
Published: September 2024

The flood problem should be a serious concern for all parties, both the community and the local government in Karimun Regency. This study aims to determine the strategy of the Karimun Regency BPBD in post-flood disaster management in Karimun Regency and to determine the obstacles faced by BPBD in post-flood disaster management in Karimun Regency. The research method that will be used in this study is the Qualitative Descriptive research method, data collection techniques are observation, interviews and documentation. This study uses Kooten's strategy theory, namely organizational, program, resource, institutional strategies. The findings obtained by the researcher, (1) the organizational strategy carried out by the Karimun Regency BPBD, namely having carried out several activities such as recovery, rehabilitation and reconstruction even though these activities have been running, has been quite effective. (2) the program strategy carried out by BPBD has not been able to run the program effectively, because there are 2 programs that are still in the planning stage. (3) the resource strategy, which is provided is not effective enough, because BPBD itself still lacks human resources and facilities and infrastructure. (4) institutional strategies are quite effective, BPBD has a work plan, namely coordination between agencies, joint evacuation and early warning systems and strengthening institutional capacity.
Analisis Biaya Kualitas untuk Mencapai Zero Defect pada UMKM Mie Wahyu SPJ
Authors: Tiara Ayu Andini  , Insyirah Putikadea
Published: September 2024

This study aims to analyze the cost of quality at Mie Wahyu UMKM to achieve zero defects. The background of this study is the high number of defective products experienced by MSMEs during September-December 2023. The purpose of the quality cost analysis is to determine the amount of quality costs and to be useful as a basis for further quality improvements so that there are no more defective products (zero defects). The method used in this study is a case study with sources from observations, interviews, and documentation at the Mie Wahyu UMKM production site. Furthermore, the data collected was processed and analyzed using the quality cost method. The results of the study showed that during the year from September to December, the average total cost of quality per sale was 6,5%. This means that the total cost of quality per sale is still above the optimal figure of 2.5% per actual sale. The high cost of quality proves that there are still customer complaints, so that Mie Wahyu UMKM must improve quality by carrying out regular maintenance, periodic inspections, employee training, etc. in order to achieve zero defects.
Pengaruh Brand Image Terhadap Keputusan Pembelian Tiket Pesawat pada Maskapai Super Air Jet di Bandar Udara Internasional Yogyakarta
Authors: Meigy Ismi Abustan  , Andityo Pujo Laksana
Published: September 2024

In the past two years, Super Air Jet has successfully established a significant brand image through the implementation of a Low-Cost Carrier (LCC) strategy with affordable fares. This strategy is relevant to Indonesia's needs as a developing country requiring fast and affordable transportation. The fresh and trend-following approach has attracted consumer interest. The researcher seeks to further explore the influence of the LCC brand image on passengers' purchase decisions, considering the rapid technological developments that affect information exchange and potential risks to brand image. This study aims to determine whether there is an influence, and to what extent brand image affects the purchase decision of airplane tickets for Super Air Jet at Yogyakarta International Airport. This research uses a descriptive quantitative approach, and the types of data used are primary and secondary data. The data collection technique used in this research is through the distribution of questionnaires to passengers who have flown with Super Air Jet on the BPN-YIA or YIA-BPN routes at Yogyakarta International Airport. The study concludes that brand image has a positive and significant influence of 73.9% on passenger satisfaction, while 26.1% is influenced by other variables not examined in this study. This is evidenced by the result of Tcount > Ttable, i.e., 16.656 > 1.984.
Persepsi Mahasiswa pada Kepuasan Program Magang di Industri Pariwisata
Authors: Muhamad Panji Fadlan  , Nidia Wulansari
Published: September 2024

This study explores students' perceptions of internship program satisfaction within the tourism industry, prompted by complaints from several students who felt dissatisfied with the internship programs they had participated in. This quantitative research employs a survey method with a total sampling (census) technique, involving 148 respondents. Data collection was carried out using a questionnaire with a Likert scale that had been tested for validity and reliability. The data analysis techniques include data description, interval value limitation, and Mean Score tests, utilizing SPSS version 23.00 and Microsoft Excel 2016. The findings of this study indicate that students' perceptions of the campus are considered very good with a score of 3.42, perceptions of the industry are regarded as good with a score of 3.25, and perceptions of personal development are viewed as very good with a score of 3.59.
Pengaruh Kualitas Produk, Kualitas Pelayanan dan Harga terhadap Kepuasan Pelanggan
Authors: Muhammad Luthfi Rizky  , Hijriyantomi Suyuthie
Published: September 2024

The research motivation by the phenomena about price, customer satisfaction, product and service quality, and quality at Cafe Pandeka Batusangkar. The research purpose is to investigate the relationship between price, service quality, product quality, and customer satisfaction at Cafe Pandeka Batusangkar. To investigate cause and effect, this kind of research combines a quantitative causal associative approach with a survey method. Customers of Cafe Pandeka Batusangkar make up the population. In this study, 301 respondents were sampled through purposive sampling, a non-probability sampling methodology. The questionnaire used to gather the data is valid and reliable. The study data were processed using SPSS 26.00. Based to the research results, there is no significant correlation from pricing and satisfaction of customer, service quality and satisfaction of customer, and product quality and satisfaction of customer.
Research on the investment value of BYD based on SWOT, financial and valuation methods
Authors: Zhang Yu
Published: September 2024

Nowadays, the climate problem is severe, widely arousing global concern. Environmental protection has become a guide to action in people’s daily life. Meanwhile, the international situation is relatively grim, various countries has begun to pay attention to the sustainable development issues and build new energy systems to guarantee energy security and stability. Therefore, the value and development of new energy vehicles have received widespread attention. This article takes BYD company as a case study, applying SWOT, financial and valuation analysis methods to do the specific analysis for the investment value of the new energy vehicle industry. Research shows that BYD company reveals the human resources and technical strength occupy an advantage. In addition, recent years, the rapid growth in sales has also brought good profit margin, indicating good future development potential. However, the imperfection of related supporting facilities, peer competition and relatively low solvency may bring threat to the future development of the enterprise. This article can help investors get a more comprehensive understanding BYD’s investment value and development prospects, providing reference for their investment. It is also beneficial to the entire new energy industry to have a better understanding of the internal and external business and sales environment.
Analysis of the Practical Dilemma and Improvement Path of High School Teachers' Moral Construction in the New Era
Authors: Gou Meng , Yuan Xuezhe
Published: September 2024

"It is easy to find a teacher, but it is rare to find a teacher." Teachers not only need to impart pedagogical knowledge, but also take on the responsibility of shaping the new generation. For a long time, our country has attached great importance to the construction of teachers' morality. In the context of the new era, it is of more far-reaching significance to strengthen the construction of high school teachers' morality. However, in real life, the construction of high school teachers' ethics is facing new tests and new problems. Therefore, this paper first analyzes the practical difficulties of high school teachers in the process of teacher ethics construction, and then systematically discusses the improvement path of high school teachers' teacher ethics construction, so as to provide some reference opinions for strengthening the construction of high school teachers' teacher ethics in the new era.
THE ASSESSMENT OF NURSES’ KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE TOWARDS INFECTION CONTROL PRACTICES IN TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL OF LAHORE, PAKISTAN
Authors: ANAYAT A , HAMEED NA , RASHEED R , JABEEN S , NAWAZ B
Published: September 2024

Infection control is a critical aspect of hospital safety, ensuring the well-being of both patients and healthcare providers. Nurses play a central role in executing infection control measures; thus, their knowledge and attitudes towards these procedures are vital for effective healthcare delivery. Objective: The aim of this study is to evaluate nurses' understanding of and attitudes toward infection control procedures within a hospital setting. Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted in a selected hospital where data was collected from 150 nurses using a structured questionnaire after obtaining participant consent. A convenient sampling method was employed to meet inclusion criteria. The analysis focused on the levels of knowledge and attitudes toward infection control, assessed through validated survey tools. Results: Among the nurses surveyed, 47.3% demonstrated a high level of knowledge regarding infection control, 22.0% scored well, and 30.7% showed poor knowledge. In terms of attitudes, 94.7% of participants displayed positive attitudes towards infection control measures, whereas 5.3% exhibited negative attitudes. Conclusion: The study revealed that while a significant portion of nurses possess substantial knowledge regarding infection control, there is a notable percentage that requires further education to enhance their understanding. The overall positive attitude towards infection control suggests a strong foundation for implementing effective practices but highlights the need for continuous professional development to address knowledge gaps.
New Hope for Policy Schools
Authors: Aljrarri Wa’ad , Bustamante Jenifer , Ingwell Amber , Labrada Tierra , Nadig Brandon , Shin Janet , Weis Margaret , Cabrera Laura , Cabrera Derek
Published: September 2024

This report explores the potential of systems thinking as a transformative educational tool for policymakers. Our study conducted an investigation into the effectiveness of the Distinctions Systems Relationships Perspectives (DSRP) model in enhancing the comprehension and application of systems thinking among a sample representative of the U.S. population. The quasi-experimental design utilized a short training video to introduce participants to the DSRP methodology within a survey to measure changes in their response to a realistic policy problem scenario. Results were highly statistically significant and indicated a 200-500% improvement in participants' ability to apply systems thinking concepts after the intervention and resulted in better problem-solving ability overall. This suggests that systems thinking education, particularly through the DSRP model, could significantly enhance policy formulation and decision-making processes. We situated our study within a Systems Literature Review on systems thinking, policy education, and complex decision making. Our review revealed a dearth of empirically-backed approaches to policy development and decision making while DSRP is the strongest theory of systems thinking with concrete evidence. Overall, our research findings advocate for the integration of systems thinking into policy education curricula to better equip future policymakers to tackle complex societal issues.
POSISI PETI KEMAS DI ATAS KAPAL DALAM KEGIATAN BONGKAR MUAT BARANG BERBAHAYA PADA PT. PRIMA NUR PANURJWAN JAKARTA UTARA
Authors: Marbun Yepta Vianus , Siregar Nurmaliana Sari , Deliani N Meriah Kita , Damanik David Ridany
Published: September 2024

Peletakan peti kemas selalu perpacu pada jenis peti kemas dan muatan yang sedang dibawa. Berdasarkan muatannya, peletakan petikemas harus di plan seteliti mungkin sehingga tidak ada kesalahan. Ketika penyusunan peti kemas tidak sesuai dengan jenis muatan, jenis peti kemas begitu juga dengan letak sesuai pelabuhan muat atau bongkar akan diperlukan gerakan tambahan yang memakan biaya yang lumayan besar. Dalam penelitian ini, penulis menemukan beberapa kendala seperti kurangnya komunikasi antar pihak terkait sehingga peletakan petikemas yang kurang sesuai dengan semestinya. Adapun beberapa upaya yang dilakukan yaitu membuat pemberitahuan yang jelas kepada pihak terkait sebelum melakukan kegiatan stevedoring. Adapun metode yang di gunakan dalam penulisan makalah ini yaitu Metode Lapangan (field research) dan Metode Study Pustaka (Library Research). Hasil penelitian bahwa prosedur peletakan peti kemas di atas kapal dalam kegiatan bongkar atau muat barang berbahaya.
Improved Security in Cloud Computer Networks Using RNN Deep Learning Techniques
Authors:   Civil Engineering Department, University of Technology-Iraq, Baghdad, 10066, Iraq, Alaa Alaa
Published: September 2024

DoS (denial of service) attacks address a remarkable new risk to cloud services and can really hurt cloud providers and their clients. DoS attacks can similarly achieve lost pay and security vulnerabilities due to system crashes, service power outages, and data breaks. Regardless, despite the fact that machine learning methods are the subject of assessment to distinguish DoS attacks, there has not been a ton of progress around here. In like manner, additional investigation is expected around here to make the best models for perceiving DoS attacks in cloud conditions. This change is proposed to search for a significant convolutional generative-arranged network as a significant learning model given further creating DoS attacks in the cloud. A proposed model of significant learning organizations (RNN) is used to fathom the spatiotemporal objects of organization traffic data, hence tracking down different models that show DoS attacks. Plus, to make RNN-LSTM all the more obvious for defending against attacks, it is acquired from a broad assortment of organization opportunity data. In addition, the model is dealt with by in reverse joint exertion and stochastic slope drop is the way into the current effortlessness of scaling among clear and saw traffic volumes. Test results show that the proposed model beats the latest particular attacks, relies upon denial of service, and undoubtedly shows misleading positive results.
Current Feedback Operation Amplifier Based on Floating Passive and Active Inductors in Filter Applications
Authors: Demirel Hüseyin
Published: September 2024

This paper proposes using current feedback operation amplifiers (CFOAs) as an active filter in creating floating passive and active inductance simulators is a versatile and efficient solution for circuit design. CFOAs are popular for their high slew rate and wide bandwidth which makes them ideal candidates for applications demanding rapid response time alongside high frequencies. It is possible to customize these simulated inductances for different design specifics by changing certain external resistor values. The circuit comprises a trio of CFOAs, an earthed capacitor and three resistors, thus making it quite simple to put into practice at a cheap price. Experiments and LTSPICE simulations have been conducted to examine the performance of the circuit, and closely confirmed theoretical expectations. In other words, this confirms the trustworthiness and preciseness of the introduced floating active inductance simulator. Voltage-mode band-stop filtering is one real-world scenario where this circuit is used. This indicates that our proposed technique can have more applications than one in circuit design. This is further proof that our idea can be used in other circuits as well. In conclusion, using CFOAs in active filters for building a grounded passive active inductance simulator is a solid and effective answer to circuit designers. This makes it an appealing choice for numerous applications because of its simplicity in designing the network as well as its high performance and customizability. Circuit design and application can be greatly improved if more study is done in this field.
Relevansi Dimensi Spiritual Manusia Terhadap Implementasi Pendidikan Karakter
Authors: Haryanto Sri
Published: September 2024

This study aims to explore the relevance of the spiritual dimension of humans to the implementation of character education. Through a qualitative approach, this study analyzes spiritual concepts in various religions and philosophies and relates them to educational values. This study used a descriptive qualitative research method. A research approach that aims to describe and understand phenomena that occur in their natural context. This research does not focus on hypothesis testing or statistical generalizations but rather emphasizes a deep understanding of a problem or phenomenon. Researchers use an inductive approach to identify patterns, themes, and characteristics that emerge from the collected data. The results of descriptive qualitative research are in-depth descriptions of the phenomena studied, which can provide rich and contextual understanding. Based on research, it was found that the spiritual dimension of humans and character education are closely related. Character education aims to form good and quality character in individuals, while the spiritual dimension involves understanding and awareness of the nature of self, life, and its creator. The contribution of the spiritual dimension of humans in character education can provide a strong foundation for the formation of individuals with integrity, responsibility, and care for others. The implication of this research is the need to include a spiritual approach in the character education curriculum as an effort to form a generation that has a strong morality and positive attitude towards life.
Model Pendidikan Akhlak dalam Kitab Nashoihul Ibad Karya Syeikh Imam Nawawi Al-bantani
Authors: Sya’diyah Siti Aminatus , Fauzi Ahmad , Maghfiroh Ummi Lailia
Published: September 2024

The importance of developing moral education which includes holistic and sustainable aspects has highlighted attention to the moral education model. The book "Nashoihul Ibad" written by Sheikh Imam Nawawi Al-bantani is widely recognized as one of the main references in efforts to enrich Islamic morals. This research aims to conduct an analysis of the moral education model contained in the book "Nashoihul Ibad". The research method uses library research. The research results explain that moral education in the Nashoihul Ibad book consists of three models: First, moral education by instilling awareness about divinity and its relationship with humans. Second, moral education through the formation of noble attitudes and behavior and relationships with fellow humans. Third, moral education further develops personal qualities including fortitude, honesty, courage and responsibility in a social context.
Harmoni Sosial dalam Perspektif Islam: Tinjauan Terhadap Masyarakat Kontemporer
Authors: Ula Ahmad Nilnal Munachifdlil , Hidayati Hanik
Published: September 2024

This study aims to explore the dynamics of social harmony in the perspective of Islam in contemporary society, considering the influence of global contexts and technological developments. A deep understanding of the religious values of Islam, active involvement in religious activities, and contributions to social activities are the focus of the study. The research method uses a qualitative approach by collecting data through religious literature studies, analyzing government regulations related to social harmony, and direct observation of the social dynamics of contemporary society. The data is then analyzed qualitatively to identify patterns in maintaining social harmony. The results show that understanding religious teachings is the main foundation for maintaining harmony, while active involvement in religious activities and contributions to social activities play a crucial role in forming harmonious social relationships. Challenges related to differences in religious understanding and the impact of global contexts and technological developments highlight the complexity of maintaining social harmony. As a recommendation, this study emphasizes the need for inclusive religious education, promotion of active involvement in religious activities, and strengthening social activities as key steps. Strategies to adapt to global and technological changes are also identified as important steps to overcome these challenges. The conclusion of this study is expected to provide guidance for stakeholders in dealing with the complex dynamics of maintaining social harmony in the perspective of Islam in contemporary society that is constantly changing.
Kiai Dan Pejabat Publik: Study Analisis Peran Ganda Kiai Mujib Imron Dalam Mengembangkan Lembaga Pendidikan Berbasis Pesantren Di Pesantren Al-Yasini Pasuruan
Authors: Laila Itsna Noor
Published: September 2024

This research aims to determine the progress of K.H Mujib Imron in developing Islamic boarding school-based educational institutions at the Al-Yasini Pasuruan Islamic boarding school. The problem in this research is the progress of Kiai Mujib Imron as an Islamic boarding school leader and as a public official in developing Islamic boarding school-based educational institutions at the Al-Yasini Pasuruan Islamic boarding school. The research approach used is descriptive qualitative research. The research uses two data sources, namely, primary and secondary. Observation, interview and documentation techniques were used to collect data. The data analysis procedure goes through the stages of data reduction, data display and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show that K.H Mujib Imron's dual role as a kiai and as Deputy Regent of Pasuruan runs well and is in synergy with each other. This is shown by his istiqomahan in carrying out religious activities at the Islamic boarding school, such as reciting the books Ta'lim Muta'alim and Fatkhul Qorib as well as the books Shohih Bukhori and Tafsir Jalalain. Apart from that, two strategic steps were taken, namely in developing educational institutions, namely; 1) internal strategy, namely by motivating every head of educational institution to innovate in implementing an integrated curriculum that is competitive in accordance with current developments in the era of modernity, without neglecting religious education; 2) external strategy, namely by introducing the Al-Yasini educational institution more widely , both at regional level and abroad.
Penggunaan Media Instagram sebagai Media Dakwah dan Wirausaha Mahasiswi Prodi KPI STIBA Ar Raayah
Authors: Khatimah Husnul , Tiani Windy , Sari Tika Gusnita , Ulhana Syifa
Published: September 2024

Instagram with its variety of interesting features is currently a forum for the spread of da'wah and entrepreneurship, especially among students. The purpose of this research is to see how the use of Instagram as a media for da'wah and entrepreneurship among female students of KPI STIBA Ar Raayah Sukabumi. This research uses a field research method with a qualitative approach, with a sample of 5 female students of KPI STIBA Ar Raayah Sukabumi Batch 3. The results showed that the use of Instagram played a significant role in the spread of da'wah and entrepreneurship during the even semester holidays and did not play a role in the campus environment, given the campus rules that limit the use of electronic devices in the context of boarding life.
How to Enhance Islamic Education Learning Outcomes through an Integrated Literacy Approach in Madrasah? A Case Study
Authors: Anwariyah Lulu' , Fanani Ahmad Azis , Hidayah Fathi , Baharun Hasan
Published: September 2024

This research analyses how to improve learning outcomes through an integrated literacy approach in madrasah. This research uses a qualitative case study approach. The research subjects consisted of the principal, deputy head of student affairs, deputy head of curriculum, head of the library, teachers, and students. Data collection techniques use interview observation and documentation. Data analysis techniques include data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion. The results showed that the experimental group experienced a significant increase in learning outcomes compared to the control group. An integrated literacy approach has proven effective in increasing students' understanding of subject matter, critical thinking skills, and interest in reading. This approach also helps students link knowledge from various scientific disciplines to make learning more meaningful and contextual. This research suggests that madrasah consider implementing integrated literacy as a learning strategy to improve the quality of education and student learning outcomes.
Against Illustration
Authors: Broomer Stephen
Published: September 2024

Against Illustration advocates for a methodology of purposeful difficulty in video essaying, in search of new critical entrances into their objects of study. The field of videographic criticism encompasses a broad variety of formal approaches that often differ in their invocation of root objects. Where the dominant ideology of cinema has been perpetuated through common systems of visual codes, and tends to invite an evidentiary approach, videographic criticism has often sought, as a symptom and practice of empowered, post-modern cinephilia, to develop subjective and intimate transformations of objects. In this they enrich, celebrate, and just as often, trouble the themes, iconographies and histories of cinema. Against Illustration suggests for a reconciliation between the purposeful difficulty of experimental cinema and the promise of such an approach in videographic essaying. To do so, the author explores George Steiner’s typology of difficulty in poetry (and in particular its tactical and ontological manifestations), Steiner’s suggestions for creative reading/spectatorship, and his pursuit of a critical entrance into an art steeled against easy perception and ready interpretation.
“This Is Not What I Normally Do”
Authors: Avissar Ariel
Published: September 2024

This video essay, a product of the “Videographic Methods and Practices: Embodying the Video Essay” workshop (Bowdoin College, July 2023), is comprised of two sections, exploring constraint-based approaches to videographic scholarship. Part 1, “The Incredible Machine,” documents an attempt at recreating a 1990s Rube Goldberg-inspired computer game interface through the handling of various film clips arranged on a computer desktop. The deliberate avoidance of digital shortcuts highlights the value of playful experimentation within scholarly and artistic practices. Part 2, “The Five Obstructions,” presents five interviews conducted under randomly-assigned constraints, fostering unforeseen responses and creative insights. These ludic experiments demonstrate the potential of constraints to stimulate creativity and to provoke unconventional outputs. Emphasizing process over outcome, the video showcases the laborious yet rewarding nature of scholarly experimentation, echoing a broader shift towards embracing the creative-academic journey in videographic scholarship.
The incidence of surgical site infection following transmetatarsal amputation: a systematic review
Authors: Jess R , Jenkinson T , Al-Saadi N , Chetter I , Popplewell M , Wall ML
Published: September 2024

Introduction: The rate of surgical site infections (SSIs) following transmetatarsal amputation (TMA) is unknown. This study aimed to determine the reported incidence of SSIs following TMAs in patients who underwent amputation secondary to peripheral arterial disease (PAD) or complications of diabetic foot infection (DFI). Methods: This review was conducted following the guidance outlined in the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses (PRISMA) statement and was prospectively registered with the international prospective register of systematic reviews. The EMBASE, MEDLINE and COCHRANE databases were searched using a pre-defined search strategy without date restriction. All randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies including patients who underwent TMA due to PAD or DFI were included. Results: The search identified 298 articles. One RCT and four observational studies, reporting 233 TMAs were included. The overall incidence of SSI per TMA was 24.0%. There was no reporting on the severity of SSI in any of the studies. The criteria used to define SSIs were heterogeneous amongst the studies. Conclusions: The number of studies reporting the incidence of SSIs following TMA is very small, but the SSI incidence appears high and similar to that seen following major lower limb amputation. The heterogeneity of SSI definition, differing study methodologies and the small number of studies make comparison of outcomes challenging. Further high-quality research investigating SSIs following TMA is required including assessment of specific risk factors, the impact on patient outcomes and the effectiveness of prophylactic interventions.
EVALUATE THE IMPACT OF CHILDREN?S MALADAPTIVE BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT PROGRAM ON PARTICIPATING GRANDPARENTS IN VIETNAM: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Authors: Hai Yen Tran Thi , Huong Nga Chu Thi , Thi Thoa Dinh , Thi Thuy Cao , Anh Thang Nguyen
Published: September 2024

In the Vietnamese cultural context, grandparents often assist their children in raising their grandchildren. While children often exhibit maladaptive behaviors, grandparents show difficulty in dealing with those behaviors of their grandchildren. This article evaluates the effectiveness of children’s maladaptive behavior management program for participating grandparents in order to propose recommendations for completing and widely implementing a program to support grandparents to manage their grandchildren behaviors. The results of the repeated measures Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) analysis of the cognitive status, emotions and skills of the grandparents before the experiment, immediately after the experiment and three months after the experiment between grandparents of the intervention group and grandparents of the control group show that: The program is effective in enhancing grandparents’ awareness and skills in managing children’s maladaptive behavior, reducing the impact of children’s maladaptive behavior on grandparents’ emotions. This result shows that it is feasible to implement a training program for grandparents to manage children’s maladaptive behavior in Vietnam.
A POLÍTICA DE PREMIAÇÃO NAS ESCOLAS PÚBLICAS DO CEARÁ: ENTRE POSSIBILIDADES E CRÍTICAS
Authors: Gomes Filho Manoelzito Ximenes
Published: September 2024

Há quase 20 anos, as políticas educacionais no Brasil, orientadas pelos princípios do accountability, têm impactado o cotidiano escolar influenciando: o currículo; as práticas pedagógicas; a gestão escolar; as condições materiais/estruturais das escolas; e o psicológico dos profissionais. Neste contexto, e a partir do Prêmio Escola Nota Dez, o estudo se propôs a analisar as contribuições da prática da premiação, para as escolas públicas do Ceará; avaliar as inflexões em sua implementação; e fomentar reflexões propositivas para a correção/(re)qualificação da política. Por meio de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, descritiva, e de abordagem qualitativa, analisou-se artigos de periódicos que tratam da temática, submetendo-os à análise de conteúdo, sob o viés da categorização temática. Por fim, embora a premiação, de fato, tenha os seus méritos, o artigo concluiu haver muito mais desafios, e pontos de ajuste, do que benefícios entregues às unidades escolares.
Conducting Literature Reviews Hermeneutically
Authors: Webber Katie M. , Dhaliwal Sandip , Wong Katherine
Published: September 2024

It is well understood that conducting high quality literature reviews provides an important and solid foundation for research studies. While there is an abundance of resources available about how to conduct literature reviews for quantitative research, there are fewer publications available about how to conduct literature reviews for qualitative research, particularly research that is guided by hermeneutic philosophy. Rather than detailing how to conduct a hermeneutic literature review, in this paper we make the subtle, yet necessary, distinction that literature reviews included in research studies that are guided by hermeneutics should be conducted hermeneutically. We begin by reviewing the few resources that are currently available about conducting literature reviews for hermeneutic research and detail three different literature review processes for three hermeneutic studies. We then discuss how researchers, who are using hermeneutics to guide their research, might determine what literature should be included in their literature reviews. We close the paper by addressing the significance of rigour in literature reviews that are conducted hermeneutically.
The Cycles of School Change: Toward an Integrated Developmental Model
Authors: Goddard J. Jim , Bohac-Clarke Veronca
Published: September 2024

The extent to which schools adapt to their specific community contexts has been of interest to educators for some time. Researchers now recognize that "educational leadership is a socially bounded process ... subject to the cultural traditions and values of the society in which it is exercised" (Dimmock & Walker, 2005, p. 1). An understanding of the impact of this intersection of leadership and culture on educational change and reform processes has remained problematic. This paper presents an eight stage integrated model of school change, a model which suggests that the achievement of educational reforms is a two-cycle process. Drawing upon earlier models proposed by Hallinger and Leithwood (1996), Wilber (2000), and Dimmock and Walker (2002), we argue that many educational reforms will fail because schools rarely move from the four stages of cycle one to those of cycle two.
Breaking the Code of Good Intentions: Everyday Forms of Whiteness
Authors: Hare Courtney
Published: September 2024

While the text clearly engages those interested in equity, social justice, and race relations, it is also an example of a well crafted mixed methodological study and can be helpful to graduate students and others interested in research design and methodology. Throughout a series of chapters exploring the status quo, racial classification, Americanism and patriotism, poverty, discrimination, and privilege, readers gain a clear picture of the current attitudes and understandings of race at the Brooklyn College CUNY campus, but also across America.
The Canadian Student Financial Survival Guide: A Comprehensive Handbook on Financing Your Education, Managing Your Expenses, and Planning for a Debt-Free Future
Authors: Perry-MacLean Sally
Published: September 2024

This is a fully comprehensive book aimed at high school students who are planning for post-secondary education. It is written to be widely accessible and is organized around relevant chapters that include planning, budgeting, paying for education, accommodation, day-to-day choices, credit, getting a job, and financial planning. The appendices and figures also contain useful information.
The Test of Curriculum: A Single-Case Study of How Early Educational Experiences Enable Agency Throughout Life
Authors: Varbelow Sonja
Published: September 2024

This single-case study uses the narratives of a 75 yearold participant to understand something about the ways in which educational experiences influence a person’s decision-making processes throughout life. For the purpose of this study, educational experiences are learning experiences made both in a formal school setting and out of school. The findings of this study point to how curriculum can be utilized to enable relational self-understanding, which is an understanding of the self in terms of one’s capability to design a meaningful social life. Further, the findings show how this kind of understanding is a prerequisite for agency. As such, this study contributes to the conversation about what the purpose of school is and what it means to be an educated person.
Everything is Discipline: Toward A Poststructural Critique of Restorative “Justice”
Authors: Bierdz Brad
Published: September 2024

In this investigation, I begin by outlining an overview restorative “justice” practices, tempering it with critical feminist understandings of power. I then build a poststructural theoretical lens, connecting the illusion of power, panopticism and normalization, and how power produces resistance in the context of 21st century U.S. schools. Following, I apply this theoretical lens in a critique of restorative “justice” practices in such schools, exploring how restorative practices are constructed in educational literature and analyzing the popularized image of restorative “justice” as an emerging example of what Kevin Kumashiro has called “commonsensical.” Finally, I conclude with theoretical implications and suggestions for future research so as to grow our poststructural understandings of restorative “justice” and challenge the uncritical ways the broader field of educational scholarship has wrestled with questions surrounding RJP.
Navigating Geoeducational Dilemmas: Singapore as a Migration Hub for Students from China
Authors: Howlett Zachary M.
Published: September 2024

In a post-pandemic world of escalating tensions between China and the West, increasing numbers of students from China are eschewing Western destinations for places in Asia, including Singapore. For these migrants, this Chinese-majority city-state has emerged as an important geoeducational
hub between China and the West. A portmanteau of geopolitics and education, the term geoeducational refers to the reciprocal effects of both. Employing an anthropological approach, this article theorizes the geoeducational as a crucial subdomain of the geosocial—a concept proposed by
geographers to analyze how social subjects and spaces are influenced by and impact geopolitics and geoeconomics. Using ethnographic interviews and observations, I argue that Singapore's emergent junctional position helps Chinese student migrants navigate their geoeducational dilemmas. These
dilemmas are conditioned by rising US-China superpower competition amid economic stagnation in China and growing xenophobia in the West. Under these conditions, many students see Singapore as a safe liminal place from which they can pursue security, flexibility, freedom, cultural belonging,
and family togetherness—by "springboarding" to the West, returning to China, or remaining in Singapore. This article contributes to the mobilities turn in education studies and enhances understanding of multiple migration—migration characterized by multiple changes in destination—by
analyzing the interplay between domestic and transnational movements. The geoeducational lens it develops is useful for illuminating international student mobilities cross-culturally and comparatively as well as investigating their systematic interrelationships, including implications for
demographic change, brain drain and gain, university financing and rankings, and hypercompetition in a time of eroding meritocracy.
Validación y análisis de la dimensionalidad de la Escala de Autoestima de Rosenberg en mujeres puertorriqueñas: ¿unifactorial o bifactorial?
Authors: GONZÁLEZ-RIVERA Juan Aníbal , M. PAGÁN-TORRES Orlando
Published: September 2024

The Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale (RSES) is the most widely used instrument to assess self-esteem. Self-esteem is defined as a feeling towards oneself, positive or negative, that is constructed through a self-evaluation of one’s own characteristics. The aim of this study was to analyze the reliability, validity and factor structure of EAR in a sample of Puerto Ricans women. A total of 340 women participated in this confirmatory and psychometric study. The results confirmed that the scale has a bifactorial structure. These dimensions were Positive Self-Esteem and Negative Self-Esteem. The ten items complied with the criteria of discrimination. The reliability index for the scales was .87 each. In conclusion, the RSES (version adapted for women) has the appropriate psychometric properties to continue with validation studies, as well as to be used in future research on self-esteem, both theoretical and applied.
Estructura factorial de un instrumento para valorar el riesgo de consumo de alcohol entre escolares
Authors: MARTÍNEZ ORTIZ Efrén , SCOPPETTA DÍAZ-GRANADOS Orlando , MARTÍN PEÑA Andrés
Published: September 2024

This study reports the factorial structure of the scale used in a prevention program, to assess the risk of alcoholconsumption among Schoolchildren. The sample of 3134 students was split in order to obtain two sub-samples. With thefirst sample, an exploratory factorial analysis served to establish a basic five-factor structure. The confirmatory factorialanalysis, using the second sample, achieved a structural model with good adjustment indicators both the whole modeland the measures models included. This instrument is an advance in the context of prevention programs; however, it isnecessary to obtain more evidence about the properties about it.
Crisis económica, salud e intervención psicosocial en España
Authors: MARTÍNEZ GARCÍA Manuel Francisco , SÁNCHEZ Ana , MARTÍNEZ Julia
Published: September 2024

The economic crisis that began in the summer of 2008 has had a negative impact on the psychological, social and community spheres of people. In addition, the austerity policies implemented by many governments have weakened social protection systems, which have contributed to increase the vulnerability of the people who suffered most from the crisis, leading in many cases to processes of exclusion. In this paper, we evaluate the negative consequences that the crisis has had on the mental health of the general population, with a focus on two of the most vulnerable social groups such as children / youth and migrants. We further analyze the negative effects of the crisis on community life, in particular on intercultural relations in an increasingly multicultural society. Our data highlights the importance of psychosocial factors as moderators of the crisis’ negative effects on health and psychological well-being, which prompted us to describe some proposals for psychosocial intervention that take into account support for families, social network improvement, and empowerment of people, groups and communities, or cultural competency of community services.