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Diaspora Remittances and Financial Inclusion in Kenya
Authors: Arthur Emmanuel Kwesi , Musau Salome Mwongeli , Wanjohi Festus Mithi 
Published: May 2020

This study examined the effect of diaspora remittances on financial inclusion in Kenya for a quarterly period from 2008 to 2018. The Kenyan government’s commitment to include the Kenyan diaspora into the national development process led to the launching of Kenyan Diaspora Policy in 2015 as part of the Kenya’s vision 2030 blue print of which financial inclusion is a pillar. This study sought to check if the policy interventions achieved its objective by testing the moderating effect of Diaspora Policy on the relationship between diaspora remittances and financial inclusion. The descriptive research design specifically longitudinal and explanatory non-experimental designs were employed in this study. The target population for this study comprised the three million Kenyans living at the diaspora. The census and stratified sampling design were utilised where census method was first used to include the formal diaspora remittance inflows for the forty four quarterly period and then stratified into corridors for the period under study. Data from the Central Bank of Kenya and Kenya National Bureau of Statistics were analysed using time series multiple regression model. The results of the study showed that formal diaspora remittances received had a positive and statistically significant effect on financial inclusion. Formal diaspora remittances from Rest of the World greatly influenced financial inclusion. Remittance inflows from North America also influenced financial inclusion to some extent while formal diaspora remittances from Europe had no effect on financial inclusion in Kenya. Further, the study established that the moderating effect between formal diaspora remittances and financial inclusion was positive and statistically significant implying that the diaspora policy implemented by government greatly influenced diaspora remittances and financial inclusion in the right direction in Kenya. The study recommended among others, that government of Kenya continues to strategically strengthen the diaspora policies in order to increase the flow of diaspora remittances into the country to boost financial inclusion.
Passions Read & Hearts Fed
Authors: Highby Wendy , Shull Katherine , Trask Emory Jay 
Published: May 2020

A review of Connie Willis' recently-published story, “I Met a Traveler in an Antique Land,” (Asimov’s, December 2017). The setting for Willis’ cautionary tale is a chimeric Manhattan bookstore, Ozymandia’s. The labyrinthine business is a last refuge for endangered books. The protagonist, an ambitious, forward-thinking blogger, rethinks his penchant for all things innovative when he visits the store and becomes conscious of the havoc wreaked upon books by the circumstances of the Anthropocene (wars, weather, bookworms, bookburning, thoughtless culling, etc.). He comes to understand the urgent need for, and complexity of the systematic preservation of information.
Pre-print first published online 11/08/2019
The Quotidian Apocalypse and the Quixotic Cause
Authors: Highby Wendy , Shull Katherine , Trask Jay 
Published: May 2020

The writer Connie Willis lives in Greeley, Colorado, home to the University of Northern Colorado (UNC). She is an alumna of UNC and has chosen to deposit her papers in its archives. A pre-eminent science fiction author, her clock- and calendar-defying tales of time travel have transported many fans and won numerous awards. Her stellar reputation in fandom and among librarians as a mentor, peer, and public intellectual is well-deserved and hard-earned. She gives generously of her time at conventions, conferences, and community events. We finally caught up with her in the latter days of Summer 2018, after the Locus Awards and the Westercon science fiction and fantasy convention, and interviewed her about her recent novella “I Met a Traveler in an Antique Land” (first appearing in Asimov’s Science Fiction in 2017 and later published by Subterranean Press in 2018). It concerns a disappearing Manhattan bookshop that may also be a harbor for endangered books. The story’s subject matter is of great relevance for archivists and librarians of the Anthropocene—as is the content of our conversation with Ms. Willis, which ranges from the insidious nature of censorship to the nobility of fighting for lost causes.
Pre-print first published online 11/08/2019
Troubled Worlds
Authors: Finn Megan , Rosner Daniela K. , Black Suzanne , Cunningham Nathan , Dew Kristin N , Hoy Josephine , McCraney Kevin , Morgan Colin 
Published: May 2020

The goal of this syllabus is to interrogate the material, and socioeconomic processes which underpin our everyday information work. In particular, we examine the relationships developing between contemporary information practices and what problematically gets configured as “nature”—that messy world of non-human entanglements that often exists beyond the purview of innovation work, whether digital software development or industrial engineering. Much recent work on the environmental conditions of computing has sought to break down technology-nature dualisms in order to expose the implication of information technology in broader social and material ecologies. Library and information professionals and researchers are well poised to deepen this inquiry by presenting alternative nature-technology epistemologies grounded in longstanding analyses of information resources and their consumption. The “Troubled Worlds” syllabus starts with a discussion of concerns most obviously germane to the work of most library and information science professionals: practices at the intersection of structuring information and computing. Building on this attention, we turn to humanistic approaches to thinking through the era of dominant human activities widely known as the “Anthropocene” by introducing poetic, artistic, and activist lenses. We explore how artistic objects representing an increasingly troubled natural world raise awareness of the challenges facing it, as well as how they may incorporate and reshape information for aesthetic ends. We then look to questions of disability justice and how it works in blended built and natural spaces as well as the many different ways in which bodies respond to the toxic environments produced by information technologies. We next consider the newer design approaches to library and information research, specifically asking how design perspectives on digital information objects get inscribed in the Anthropocene. Lastly, we consider paradigms of repair and making and analyze the different valences through which information researchers and professionals categorize and contextualize what is possible with them. This compilation does not provide a comprehensive review of the literature on the environment within the information fields. Instead, it extends this literature to promote experimental research and practice. The modules construct an interdisciplinary and provisional path through the related literature in a form that we hope may be continually adjusted, rearranged, and augmented.
Pre-print first published online 03/15/2020
Re-Localizing the Library
Authors: Brunvand Amy 
Published: May 2020

The preservation mission of libraries means that all librarians are futurists. When librarians curate collections, we have to make guesses, and those guesses tell a story about what we value and what we hope for. A dominant story about the Anthropocene is about a globalized, technological future in which libraries and librarians will become obsolete. An alternative, more human story is suggested by place-based scholarship regarding the relationship between human beings and the places we live. A place-based library is more than simply a portal or container for information; the library itself becomes part of a story about place and an active participant in cultural sustainability. Libraries exist as local nodes within a global information network, each with unique community concerns that should be reflected in collections and services.
Pre-print first published online 08/31/2019
Living Archive in the Anthropocene
Authors: Almeida Nora , Hoyer Jen 
Published: May 2020

This paper presents the concept of the living archive as a system which reflects how social behavior and cultural production are part of the Anthropocene. The authors explore how dominant narratives of both the Anthropocene and the archive work to consolidate power and maintain cultural and disciplinary divisions. The authors refute conceptions of the Anthropocene as a purely biophysical phenomenon that is alienated from cultural practice and of the archive as a comprehensive and nostalgic space. They then introduce the living archive as an alternative representational, creative, and reactive space and illustrate how the living archive can intervene in ecological reality. Finally, the authors explore how the concept of the living archive is enacted and invoked by the practices of the Interference Archive, an independent community archive in Brooklyn, New York.
Pre-print first published online 04/27/2019
Editorial, Volume 10 (2019)
Authors: Al-Shaibani Dr. Ghayth 
Published: May 2020

On behalf of the Editorial Board, it is with great pride and sincere privilege that I am writing this message to present the volume 10 (2019) of the JOURNAL OF ADVANCES IN LINGUISTICS The issue comes from a long process, and we took all the necessary steps to make it a high-caliber scientific publication. We are relying on the collaboration of all our Editors, reviewers, and contributors to make it a contemporary, lively, and relevant publication.
Cigarette Sales Promotion Pattern and Smoking Behavior of Sellers in Mulawarman University, Samarinda
Authors: Hayati Ifroh Riza , M.Ramdan Iwan , Filia Elvira Vivi , Susanti Rahmi , Noviasty Reny , Wulan Sari Ika 
Published: May 2020

Mulawarman University have the largest number of students in Kalimantan (37,000). This amount has the potential to be smokers supported by the non-realization of non-smoking areas in all faculties and the high circulation of cigarettes through the mobilization of street vendors and retail franchises. The purpose of this study was to find out the dominant factors influencing cigarette sales in the environment of street vendors in Mulawarman University. The design of this study is quantitative research to analyze the correlation between cigarette sales figures, types or brands of cigarettes, attributes and types of cigarette promotion media, knowledge and smoking behavior of street vendors. Statistical analysis on ordinal data using the Spearman analysis test, nominal data using contingency coefficients and ratio data using Pearson analysis. The results of this study are the average cigarette sales per day is 311 cigarettes with the highest cigarette sales is 1760 cigarettes, the type of cigarette promotion media is (55%) banners. The variables that have correlation to cigarette sales are types of cigarette sales places (p = 0.047, R = -0.257); the use of media promotion display (p = 0.002, R = 0.390) and profits from selling cigarettes in rupiah nominal (p = 0.000, R = 0.557). Limiting cigarette promotions around the campus and increasing regulation of non-smoking areas at the maximum is needed.
Keywords: Sales promotion, cigarettes, smoking behavior
Prevalence and Predictors of Exclusive Breastfeeding Practices In Seberang Ulu I, Palembang: A Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Purnama Sari Indah , Handayani Dewi , Febry Fatmalina 
Published: May 2020

Exclusive breastfeeding is one of the successful indicators in improving the health of babies. From 2013 until 2014, the practice of exclusive breastfeeding has decreased in Indonesia and has not reached the national targets of around 80% of babies being exclusively breastfed. This study aimed to identify the prevalence and determinants of exclusive breastfeeding in Seberang Ulu I, Palembang. A community-based cross sectional study was executed from July 5, 2016 to August 5, 2016 among mothers who had infants aged less than six months. A purposive sampling technique was used to select a sample of 125 participants. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire by the face-to-face interview technique. Bivariate and multiple logistic regression analysis were used to determine factors associated with the practice of breastfeeding exclusively and to control confounding effects. The prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding was 26.4% (95% CI: 20.0%-35.1%). After adjusting for confounders (mothers’ attitudes and health workers’ support), mothers who had good knowledge were 11.66 times more likely to breastfeed exclusively than those who had poor knowledge (AOR: 11.66, 95% CI: 3.07-44.31). The prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding in Seberang Ulu I, Palembang, was still very low and has not reached the national target. The recommendation is to maximize the role of health workers in providing information about exclusive breastfeeding, so that they can continue providing motivation for mothers, husbands and families, so that the success and sustainability of exclusive breastfeeding practices could be achieved.

Keywords: Mother’s knowledge, mother’s attitude, health workers support, exclusive breastfeeding
Dust Exposure to the Lung Function Capacity of Limestone Industry Workers in West Bandung Regency
Authors: Suherdin  , Dwi Mulya Krisna , Dian Kurniawati Ratna 
Published: May 2020

According to the International Labor Organization (ILO) data in 2013, 30% to 50% of workers in developing countries suffer from pneumoconiosis. Besides, the ILO detected that around 40,000 new cases of pneumoconiosis (respiratory disease) caused by workplace dust exposure occur throughout the wo­rld each year. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship of limestone dust exposure to lung function capacity in the limestone processing industry workers. This type of research is an observational descriptive using a cross-sectional approach. The population is 166 workers from 3 limestone companies in the area of the Cipatat Health Center, West Bandung Regency, 150 workers of PT. Batu Wangi, 8 workers from PT. Tunas Putra, and 8 workers from PT. BP. The sampling technique uses stratified sampling. The number of samples was 32 workers. Data analysis to look for relationships between variables using the Chi-Square formula. The results of the study were 56.2% of workers had normal lung function capacity, and 43.8% of workers had abnormal lung function capacity. There are 66.7% of companies having dust exposure levels according to TLV, and 33.3% exceeding TLV. Chi-square Analysis Results, p-value = 1,000 (> 0.05), so that there is no relationship between lime dust exposure and lung function capacity. The conclusion of the study, there is no relationship between limestone dust exposure and lung function capacity in the limestone processing industry workers.
Keywords: Dust exposure, limestone, lung capacity
Noise Levels Along the Palembang–Indralaya Highway
Authors: Lestari Mona , Andarini Desheila , Dwi Septiawati  , Fujianti Poppy , Novrikasari  
Published: May 2020

Palembang – Indralaya highway is a cross-provincial road where motor vehicle activity is constant, causing noise and affecting settlements along the road. Constant exposure to the noise that exceeds quality standards (55 dB) stipulated in Environmental Ministerial Decree (KEP.48/MENLH/11/1996), can cause a variety of health problems, such as hearing loss and psychological disorders. Therefore, this study is conducted to determine the noise level along the Palembang-Indralaya road. This study used an observational approach through direct observations and measurements using the Mini InScienPro SQ-100 sound level meter. The noise level is measured at two locations, i.e., on the curb and in houses located along the highway. Based on the observations and measurements, the highest noise intensity was during the daytime (78.0 - 102.4 dB). The highest intensity of noise inside and outside the house are 74 and 90 dB, respectively. This is due to the high volume and activity of vehicles crossing the highway. The intensity of the noise received by the residents along the highway is above the quality standards, so as to handle the noise, trees need to be planted around the housing (barrier plants).
Keywords: Noise intensity, highway, sound level Meter
Occupational Fatigue Based on Work Shift Among Medical Workers at Harjono S Hospital
Authors: Afif Arifah Dian , Dwi Andarini Yuli , Dianita Rindang 
Published: May 2020

Working at day (morning and afternoon shift) is normal working times according to human physiological conditions, but working at night would impact to the sleep cycle and regulation of human homeostasis. Various studies have found that working at night causing conditions that can interfere the ability to adapt both biologically and socially. Workers on the night shift also have a higher risk of injury or accidents due to work fatigue. This stydy aims to determine the fatigue score between night and non-noght shift workers at Dr Harjono S Hospital, Ponorogo. Data Collected in August 2019 and involved 80 medical workers as respondents who were randomly selected using simple random sampling technique. Data were obtained through direct observation and interviews to respondents. Fatigue was measured in numerical score with Fatigue Assesment Scale (FAS) Instrument. Work shift variables (WS) are divided into : non-night shift (morning, noon) and night shift (morning, noon, night). To find out the differences in physical conditions of workers in each shift, the Heart Rate (HR) of the night shift workers measured in the end of three shifts (morning : 07-14.00; Afternoon : 14.00-21.00; and night :21.00-07.00). Using independent T-test analysis, there was a significant difference in Fatigue Level of workers with night shifts and non-night shifts (p < 0.000). Workers with the night shift has 29.0 of Fatigue Levels or 21 % greather than workers with non-nigh shift (Fatigue Level : 24.2). Result shows that working at night increasing level of fatigue by 21 % than working at day. Workers on the night shift have the highest HR at the end of the shift (86.311 bpm) while workers at noon shift have the lowest HR (85.2).
Keywords: Occupational fatigue, work shift, medical workers
Food Insecurity And Nutritional Status Among Women in Palm-Plantation Area of Kutai Kertanegara East Kalimantan
Authors: Nurrachmawati Annisa , Anggraeni Ike , Hayati Ifroh Riza , Noviasty Reny 
Published: May 2020

Inability of individuals and household in providing adequate, nutritious and safe food will continue in conditions of food insecurity, which have an impact on malnutrition. Women play an important role in maintaining household food security while they are also vulnerable to food insecurity. This study aim to examine correlation between food insecurity and women nutritional status. This was a cross sectional study, with sample consist of 128 women in reproductive age who lived in palm plantation area in Kutai Kertanegara. The sampling technique was purposive. Food insecurity was assessed by the Radimer/ Cornell Hunger and Food Insecurity Instrument Questionnaire. The nutritional status of women measured by Body Mass Index and upper arm circumference. Bivariate Analysis was performed by Chi Square test. Household food insecurity was reported in 27.3% women, individual food insecurity was found in 29.7% women, and 8.6% child hunger. Bivariate analysis showed there is no significant correlation between food insecurity with nutritional status based on BMI or upper arm circumference. It should be made a comprehensive public health nutrition program to address food insecurity in remote area. Future studies would need more adequate study design and larger sample size to examine women nutritional status and food insecurity.
Keywords : Food insecurity, nutritional status, palm-plantation
Analisis Faktor yang Mempengaruhi Penggunaan Instrumen Derivatif Valuta Asing sebagai Pengambilan Keputusan Hedging (Studi pada Perusahaan Manufaktur Sub Sektor Automotive and Allied Products yang terdaftar di BEI Periode 2011-2017)
Authors: Bonita Ivonne 
Published: May 2020

This paper aims to examine the effect of the variable debt equity ratio (DER), financial distress, growth opportunity, liquidity and firm size on the use of derivative instruments as a means of taking hedging decisions. The population and sample of the company are classified as automotive and allied products sub sector manufacturing companies with annual data obtained from the Indonesia Stock Exchange in the period 2011 to 2017, based on the Indonesia Capital Market Directory 2015. To obtain valid research results, the sampling technique used in the study is a purposive sampling method. Hypothesis testing uses a logistic regression model.
Keywords: Hedging, DER, Financial Distress, Firm Size, Logistic Regression
Analisa Persepsi Konsumen Atas Kualitas Pelayanan Elektronik Terhadap Niat Komplain Konsumen Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games
Authors: Andriyas Handy , Himawan Gerardus Herlangga 
Published: May 2020

This study aims to determine the influence of consumer perceptions of the quality of Gravindo's electronic services to the intentions of Ragnarok Online Gravindo's consumer complaints. Methods of data analysis using multiple regression analysis. The sampling technique used in this study was nonprobability sampling, with the type of purposive sampling type judgment sampling, therefore the researchers choose respondents who had played Gravindo Ragnarok Online with the reason that the respondents knew and felt the services Gravindo provided in Gravindo's Ragnarok Online game. The number of respondents is 100 people. The results of multiple regression analysis show that from the four dimensions of electronic service quality variables (reliability, customer service, security, and web design) conducted by Gravindo, there are only three dimensions that significantly influence consumer complaint intentions, namely reliability, customer service, and security. This result also shows that Gravindo still needs to improve the quality of electronic services to be able to reduce consumer complaint intentions and be able to increase customer satisfaction going forward. Based on the results of the study, the quality of electronic services carried out by Gravindo had an effect of 78.4% on consumer complaint intentions.
Keywords: Electronic Service Quality, Consumer Complaint Intentions
An Automated Obstacle Detector and Path Finder Robotic Car
Authors: Al Nahian Mohammad Shamiur Rahman , Biswas Arnab Piush 
Published: May 2020

This is to present you a simple and cost-efficient obstacle detecting mobile robot. Here a controlled rotating sonar sensor has been used to measure distance.Â With this robot the angular and distance values are being sampled with the system support and being simplified to get a correct way through the given algorithm. The system was implemented in C++ type Arduino coding Software. Inputting the data and processing it in Arduino; all were digitally maintained; the digital pins of Arduino were used. And the outputs were controlled by the Arduino which were pre-given. This simple, cost efficient and mostly accurate project can be used in farming as well as defense and security sector of any country.