bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Exploring the Opinions of Irish Dairy Farmers Regarding Male Dairy Calves
Authors: Maher James W. , Clarke AnneMarie , Byrne Andrew W. , Doyle Rob , Blake Martin , Barrett Damien 
Published: April 2021

Background: There has been very little previous research in Ireland on the farmers' opinions regarding calf welfare issues. Calf welfare, particularly for male dairy calves, has assumed greater importance in Ireland in recent years due, in part, to an increase in the number of dairy cattle over the past decade. The objective of this study was to explore dairy farmers' views on a broad range of issues related to the expansion in the dairy herd.Methods: A survey was developed to capture the views of farmers regarding male dairy calves. The majority of questions were quantitative, and a final open-ended question collected qualitative data. The survey was distributed to ~2,900 dairy farmers via text message and 881 responses were received.Results: The sample was composed almost entirely of dairy farmers, although ~20% also had a beef enterprise on their farm. Fifty eight percent of the farmers were concerned with the increase in the number of male dairy calves in recent years. The EU's abolition of milk quotas, the profitability of dairy farming compared to other farm types, and guidance from farm advisors were the three highest ranked drivers behind the increase in the number of male dairy calves. The three highest ranked options for managing the number of male dairy calves were to increase exports, encourage greater use of sexed semen, and improve the beef merit of these calves. Eighty five percent of respondents stated that individual farmers had responsibility for making changes to the number of male dairy calves. The main themes arising from analysis of the responses to the open-ended question, seeking any additional comments, were breed, beef price, live exports, and sexed semen.Conclusions: Dairy farmers recognized the responsibility they have for making changes in respect of male dairy calves, and many demonstrated a willingness to make changes in this regard. The important role of other stakeholders, particularly suckler (system where reared from calf to beef) farmers, in rearing male dairy calves for beef production was also recognized. However, the issues of who bears the risks and costs associated with greater integration will have to be carefully considered.
Evaluating the Potential Benefit of a Combined Weight Loss Program in Dogs and Their Owners
Authors: Niese J. Rebecca , Mepham Tierney , Nielen Mirjam , Monninkhof Evelyn M. , Kroese Floor M. , de Ridder Denise T. D. , Corbee Ronald J. 
Published: April 2021

Introduction: Little has been published on the psychological bond between the owner and the pet, and how this might influence shared habits that could lead to overweight and obesity. Another factor that could improve the effectiveness of a weight loss plan, is that the owner would see the dog as a weight loss partner and therefore this could increase the motivation to follow the assigned diet and exercise guidelines.Objective: The aim of this research was to evaluate the potential mutual effects of weight loss programs for both dogs and dog owners.Methods: Two studies were conducted: In the human-centered trial, 60 dog owners were enrolled, who signed up to receive dietary and exercise recommendations to lose weight themselves during an 8 week period, from which 29 were randomly assigned to also get recommendations for their dog. For the dog-centered trial, we selected 13 dog owners that wanted their dog to lose weight during a 6 week period, from which 7 were randomly assigned to also get recommendations for themselves. The average weight loss over the time period was recorded. A questionnaire was used to evaluate diet and exercise habits, as well as information about the relationship between the dog and owner.Results: The average human weight loss was 2.6% in the owner+dog group (n = 29) and 2.3% in the owner only group (n = 31; p &gt; 0.05). Forty percent (24/60) of the dogs in the human-centered trial were overweight. The overweight dogs in the owner+dog group (n = 12/29) lost 3.7% of their body weight, compared to 1.2% in the overweight dogs from the owner only group (n = 12/31; p &gt; 0.05). In the dog-centered trial, the 7 dogs in the dog+owner group lost 8.0% of their body weight, vs. 8.3% in the six dogs in the dog only group (p &gt; 0.05). The owners in the dog+owner group lost 2.5% of their body weight, compared to 0.5% in the dog only group (p &gt; 0.05). In both trials owners' perceived responsibility for both their own and their dogs' weight significantly increased. In addition, habit strength regarding unhealthy feeding and exercise behaviors in relation to the dogs decreased, and self-efficacy in relation to providing the dog with healthy food and exercise increased.Conclusion: Active weight loss in either dog owner or dog, seemed to lead to passive weight loss in the other, especially when some tools or guidelines were provided. These findings support mutual benefits of weight loss programs for dogs and dog owners, and support future weight loss programs to be a One Health approach.
Perancangan Learning Media For Basic Techniques Of Volleyball Using Android-Based Augmented Reality Technology
Authors: Ahdan Syaiful 
Published: April 2021

Learning media is a tool for the teaching and learning process. Volleyball is one of the most accomplished sports in Indonesia. Mastery of basic techniques is important in creating optimal performance in every sport.The basic technique of volleyball is an element that can determine whether you win or lose a match in addition to physical, tactical, and mental conditions.The limited space and time is one of the main factors for a learner in mastering the basic techniques of volleyball, resulting in difficult technique mastery. The contribution to this research is to design learning media for basic volleyball techniques, which users can use to understand the basic techniques of volleyball and provide alternative media for the general public, namely a learning media for basic volleyball techniques using Android-based augmented reality technology. The system is built using Unity software that works on the Android platform, the system development method used is the MDLC (Multimedia Development Life Cycle) method. The system was tested using ISO 9126 with a Usability value of 89%, 98% Functionality, and 73% Portability. Based on the results of several tests that have been carried out, it shows that the application of learning media can be used by the general public as a learning medium to increase knowledge about volleyball, especially the basic techniques of volleyball.
Beyond National Religiosity: The Pericope of 1 Kings 3:3-14 and Leadership Challenges in Nigeria
Authors: Uroko Favour 
Published: April 2021

Literature on leadership in Nigeria from the perspective of 1 Kings 3 is hard to find. In the pericope, Solomon was the successor to David in leadership. Solomon kept to the promises and good plans of his predecessor. The pericope shows the roles of godfathers in political leadership. This narrative is of great importance to Nigeria’s leadership challenges in the political arena. This article examines 1 Kings 3:3-14 and its relevance to the leadership challenges in Nigeria. Nigeria is a country where leaders blackmail their predecessors and surround themselves with sycophants and godfathers. Over the years literature has focused on Nigeria’s leadership challenges from the political, sociological and psychological angles. This study provides a theological response to Nigeria’s leadership challenges.
Perspektif Guru Terhadap Pembelajaran Pelajar Remaja
Authors: Husin Moh Razimi , Md Hassan Nurulhuda , Yii Zi Sheng Victor , Md Tormizi Alia Syazwani , Zulkapli Nur Syaiera Amera , George Milleny , Rosli Roslina , Mohammad Hishamuddin Nur Irzwana Rabiatul Adawiyah , Shaharudin Nor Syafiqah , Adampai Chelsea Sovency 
Published: April 2021

Kajian ini bertujuan untuk meneroka perspektif guru berkaitan dengan pembelajaran pelajar remaja. Kajian ini menggunakan kaedah temubual yang melibatkan seorang guru yang berpengalaman. Instrumen kajian terdiri daripada protokol temubual dan komputer riba. Hasil kajian mendapati bahawa faktor pelajar, faktor guru, dan faktor persekitaran bilik darjah mempengaruhi pembelajaran pelajar remaja. Di samping itu, hasil kajian turut mendapati sekolah yang menyediakan kemudahan dan prasarana yang kondusif serta memberi pengiktirafan dan penghargaan kepada pelajar dan guru mampu meningkatkan pembelajaran pelajar remaja. Dari segi ciri-ciri pelajar remaja yang cemerlang, dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa pelajar remaja yang cemerlang memiliki kemahiran etika dan kerohanian, serta sahsiah yang positif. Selain itu, dapatan kajian juga menunjukkan bahawa guru mengakui keberkesanan penggunaan teknologi dan pembelajaran abad ke-21 dalam meningkatkan pembelajaran pelajar remaja. Hasil kajian turut mendapati bahawa guru perlu berkolaborasi dengan pelajar dan menjadi contoh kepada pelajar bagi mewujudkan persekitaran pembelajaran yang kondusif bagi pelajar remaja. Implikasi terhadap aspek pembelajaran pelajar remaja dibincangkan berdasarkan dapatan yang diperoleh dalam kajian ini.
Teachers' Perspectives on Teenage Student Learning
This study aims to explore teachers' perspectives related to adolescent student learning. This study uses an interview method involving an experienced teacher. The study instruments consisted of interview protocols and laptops. The results of the study found that student factors, teacher factors, and classroom environment factors influence the learning of adolescent students. In addition, the results of the study also found that schools that provide conducive facilities and infrastructure as well as give recognition and appreciation to students and teachers are able to improve the learning of adolescent students. In terms of the characteristics of excellent teenage students, the findings show that excellent teenage students have ethical and spiritual skills, as well as a positive personality. In addition, the findings of the study also show that teachers recognize the effectiveness of the use of technology and 21st century learning in improving the learning of adolescent students. The results also found that teachers need to collaborate with students and be an example to students to create a conducive learning environment for adolescent students. Implications on the learning aspects of adolescent students are discussed based on the findings obtained in this study
STUDENTS’ MOTIVATION IN LEARNING ENGLISH AT SMP PLUS AMANAH ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOL TASIKMALAYA
Authors: Kamila Fajriati Safitri Hayati 
Published: April 2021

AbstractThis research aims to investigate motivation and dominant motivation which students have at bilingual education system at SMP Plus Amanah Islamic Boarding School Tasikmalaya. This research employed a qualitative research design in the form of constructivist grounded theory. A modified questionnaire which was adopted from Gardner’s Attitude/Motivation Test Battery (AMTB) and structured interview questions were conducted. The results showed that the students have integrative and instrumental motivation but they tend to be slightly more instrumentally motivated. The highest indicator items showed that students think that learning English can make them be a more knowledgeable person. Further, the student’s reason related to their motivation in learning English come up from the interview. It encompassed both integrative and instrumental motivation. For the reasons related to instrumental motivation, students learn English to get profitable career, to go traveling, to study or work abroad, to pass the test (school/job requirement), to participate in English competition, to understand English music, and to get high social status. Whilst for integrative motivation, they learn English to communicate with varied people from other countries, and they are interested in learning the language as well as the culture as their insight. Keywords: integrative motivation, instrumental motivation, bilingual education system, learning English
PROMOTING GRAMMAR AWARENESS THROUGH TASK ACTIVITIES
Authors: Alizain Muhammad Reza 
Published: April 2021

ABSTRACT Despite the continuous debate regarding whether it is necessary to teach grammar explicitly or implicitly in the language classroom, the debaters could agree that grammar awareness is significant for language learners. Many methods have been conducted by language teachers or researchers to promote language learners’ grammar awareness, and one of them is through ideally designed task activities. Grammar awareness is a particular skill in language learning which can be acquired which is quite different from other language skills which deal with language productions or language comprehensions. Grammar awareness is a skill which could allow its possessor to identify the structure of a language rather than the meaning. Therefore, the activities to promote this skill should be logically different from activities to promote either production skills or comprehension skills. The purpose of this paper is to provide several alternatives, especially classroom activities, to promote grammar awareness which can be used effectively. Keywords: grammar awareness, activities, language, explicitly, implicitly
STIMULATING ENGLISH LEARNING IN GLOBAL KPOP COMMUNITY ON TWITTER
Authors: Faiza Dinar 
Published: April 2021

This study aims to explore the phenomenon of K-pop on Twitter that can be the platform of English learning. The data gathered included writing documents like K-pop tweets, unstructured interviews and survey results. The researcher focused more on taking data from K-poper who use English as EFL (English as a foreign language). Data collection was taken by interview & poll to K-poper, observations and examination of K-pop tweets, included interactions among K-pop community on Twitter. K-pop Tweets was taken randomly with various topics by taking screenshots. The interview conducted by direct messages to some K-popers who gave consents to do the interview. The survey was executed by using Twitter’s poll feature. Data analysis is carried out with a descriptive qualitative method, focused on finding the nature of the particular event on study. The finding of the study revealed that the interest of K-pop stimulates English learning for K-poper. English helps them to support and connect to their interest. The curiosity of K-pop eagers them to learn and improve English skill. It demands their self-learning in the process of improving English skill. English is a bridge to connect them with their K-pop idols. K-pop is boasting their interest to English than studying English in a classroom with a book. Keywords: English learning, learning media,K-pop, social media, Twitter
MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN SISWA DALAM MEMAHAMI KONSEP PENJUMLAHAN BIANGAN CACAH DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN MEDIA KONKRET MELALUI PENDEKATAN PMRI
Authors: Tita Tita , Suryana Yusuf , Sidik Geri Syahril 
Published: April 2021

Abstract: This research was motivated by the students' low understanding of the sum of whole numbers which only achieved 23.53% completeness. The purpose of this study was to improve the students' ability to understand the concept of adding whole numbers less than 99 using concrete media with the PMRI approach. This research is a Classroom Action Research (PTK) using Kurt Lewin's research model which consists of 4 stages, namely: planning, implementing action, observation and reflection. Data were obtained from giving 3 evaluations to 34 class I SDN Cikalong students that had to be done individually, observations of student activities during learning including activeness, initiative, concentration, and collaboration, and documentation in the form of photos during learning. The use of concrete media with the PMRI approach can increase the ability to understand the concept of summing whole numbers. This is indicated by the increase in the average test of students' ability to understand the concept of addition in the evaluation of each cycle. In the first cycle the class average value achieved was 56.53 with the proportion of completeness learning 41.18%. Then in the second cycle the increase in the increase again is equal to 95.24 with the proportion of completeness of learning reaching 100%.Keywords: Concrete Media; PMRI Approach; Addition of Count Numbers.Â Abstrak: Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh rendahnya pemahaman siswa terhadap materi penjumlahan bilangan cacah yang hanya mencapai ketuntasan 23,53%. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu meningkatkan kemampuan siswa memahami konsep penjumlahan bilangan cacah kurang dari 99 menggunakan mediaÂ konkret dengan pendekatan PMRI. Penelitian ini merupakan Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) menggunakan model penelitian Kurt Lewin yang terdiri dari 4 tahap yaitu: perencanaan, pelaksanaan tindakan, observasi dan refleksi. Data diperoleh dari pemberian 3 buah soal evaluasi kepada 34 siswa kelas I SDN Cikalong yang harus dikerjakan secara individu, observasi terhadap aktivitas siswa selama pembelajaran meliputi keaktifan, inisiatif, konsentrasi, dan kerjasama, serta dokumentasi berupa foto- foto saat pembelajaran. Penggunaan media konkret dengan pendekatan PMRI pada dapat meningkatkan kemampuan siswa memahami konsep penjumlahan bilangan cacah. Hal ini ditunjukkan dengan peningkatan rata-rata tes kemampuan memahami konsep penjumlahan siswa melalui evaluasi pada tiap siklus nya. Pada siklus I nilai rata-rata kelas yang dicapai adalah 56,53 dengan persentase ketuntasan belajar 41,18%. Kemudian pada siklus II mengalami peningkatan kembali yaitu sebesar 95,24 dengan persentase ketuntasan belajar mencapai 100%.Kata Kunci: Media Konkret; Pendekatan PMRI; Penjumlahan Bilangan Cacah.
EFEKTIVITAS TEKNIK SCAFFOLDING TERHADAP PEMBELAJARAN MENULIS TEKS DESKRIPSI KELAS V SDN 3 SUKAMANAH
Authors: Fuadah Neneng Samrotul , Heryadi Dedi , Febriani Winarti Dwi 
Published: April 2021

Abstract: This research is motivated by the low understanding of students in describing objects, the low understanding of the use of punctuation points and commas and the lack of continuity of one sentence with another. In the Indonesian language learning process, various learning techniques are needed, therefore the Scaffolding learning technique is expected to give effectiveness to the learning outcomes of students. In general, the Scaffolding technique is used to involve students taking an active and independent role in doing the given task. The purpose of this research was carried out to describe the effectiveness of the Scaffolding technique in Indonesian language description learning and learning outcomes using the Scaffolding technique. The location of this research is SDN 3 Sukamanah, Cipedes District, Tasikmalaya City. The sampling technique used was saturated sampling. The data collection used was the observation sheet and the pretest and posttest question writing instruments descriptions. The results of this study are that the average pretest value is 51.76 and the average posttest score is 83.10. Based on the N-gain test using the One Sample T-Test produces a sig value. (2-tailed) of 0,000 in accordance with the sig value testing criteria. (2-tailed) <0.05, then Ha is accepted. The conclusion of this study is that there is a significant effectiveness of using Scaffolding techniques on the learning outcomes of writing descriptions in Indonesian.Keywords: Scaffolding; Learning; Description Text.Â Â Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektivitas teknik Scaffolding pada pembelajaran menulis teks deskripsi dan prestasi belajar siswa. Pada umumnya teknik Scaffolding digunakan untuk melibatkan peserta didik perperan aktif dan mandiri dalam mengerjakan tugas yang diberikan. Tujuan dilaksanakan penelitian ini untuk mendeskripsikan keefektifan teknik Scaffolding pada pembelajaran deskripsi bahasa Indonesia dan hasil pembelajaran menggunakan teknik Scaffolding. Lokasi penelitian ini di SDN 3 Sukamanah Kecamatan Cipedes Kota Tasikmalaya. Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan adalah sampling jenuh. Pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah lembar observasi dan instrumen soal pretest dan posttest menulis deskripsi. Hasil penelitian ini adalah di dapat rata-rata nilai pretest 51,76 dan rata-rata nilai posttest 83,10. Berdasarkan uji N-gain menggunakan One Sampel T-Test menghasilkan nilai sig. (2-tailed) sebesar 0,000 sesuai dengan kriteria pengujian nilai sig. (2-tailed) < 0,05, maka Ha diterima. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah terdapat keefektifan yang signifikan penggunaan teknik Scaffolding pada hasil pembelajaran menulis deskripsi bahasa Indonesia.Kata Kunci: Scaffolding; Pembelajaran; Teks Deskripsi.
Video in situ simulation for medical student education during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Bilic Monika , Nagji Alim , Hanel Erich 
Published: April 2021

Implication statement
The COVID-19 pandemic has limited in-person experiences for medical students, especially in situations involving aerosol-generating procedures. We designed a video in situ simulation to orient students to critical steps in COVID-19 intubation algorithms. Small groups of students were paired virtually with facilitators (faculty and residents) and watched a video of an in situ simulation of emergency staff performing a protected intubation, with discussion points appearing on screen at discrete times. The simple design drives engagement, discussion and allows for scheduling flexibility with no risk to the learners. It can be adapted to several different scenarios or levels of training.