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The Framing of the EU Visa Liberalization with Ukraine
Authors: Kapranov Oleksandr 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
This article presents a qualitative study aimed at investigating the framing of political discourse associated with the EU visa liberalization with Ukraine. This study seeks to address the framing of the EU visa liberalization process in Ukrainian political discourse published online by several leading high-quality Internet news resources, e.g. 112ua, Censor.Net, or UNIAN. The corpus of the study is comprised of 34 articles that have been analysed from the vantage point of framing methodology developed by Entman (2004) and Dahl (2015). The results of the qualitative investigation reveal that Ukrainian political discourse associated with the EU visa liberalization with Ukraine is framed by means of such frames as the Building, the Divorce, the European Integration, the Game, the Home, the Hostage, and the Journey. These findings are further presented and discussed in the article.
Residential property price index in Croatia: from experimental to official statistics
Authors: Galinec Davor , Vuglar Jadranka , Cvrtila Dario 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
The official statistics framework is based on internationally agreed standards, taking into account the core principles of impartiality, objectivity, professional independence, cost effectiveness, statistical confidentiality, minimisation of the reporting burden and high output quality. Since the latest 2007 global economic crisis, a growing demand for more, better and timelier data under limited resources for compilers and reporting agents has been observed. The concept of experimental statistics becomes more relevant, despite the lower quality in terms of coverage, data sources and harmonised definitions. The main aim of this paper is to present the methodological development of the residential property price index in Croatia from experimental to official statistics, as well as to show corresponding changes in time, which occurred due to the changes in methodological framework, institutional responsibility for compilation, coverage and data sources. A general conclusion of the paper is that publication of non-harmonized experimental statistics results, together with explanatory metadata, is better from the point of view of users than having nothing produced by official statistics.
Effects of changes in stock market index composition on stock returns: event study methodology on Zagreb Stock Exchange
Authors: Škrinjarić Tihana 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
This paper observes the short-run effects of stock market index composition changes on stock returns on the Zagreb Stock Exchange (ZSE). In that way, event study methodology is employed in order to estimate abnormal returns and compare them amongst three subsets of stocks: those leaving the market index, those entering it, and constantly included stocks. The research included 14 regular and extraordinary revisions of the market index in the period from January 2nd, 2015 until March 21st, 2018. The results have confirmed two research hypotheses: stock exclusions from the market index have a negative effect on stock returns on the ZSE, which is consistent with the price pressure hypothesis; and there exist asymmetric effects of index composition changes on stock returns. This is the first study of this kind on the Croatian stock market, thus more questions need to be answered in future research.
Effects of inventory grids on estimation of tree species diversity in semi-arid forests of Iran
Authors: Mirzaei Mehrdad , Bonyad Amir Eslam , Emamgheysi Ismaeil Moradi , Navroodi Iraj Hassanzad 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
Species diversity is one of the most important indices used to evaluate the sustainability of forest communities. The sampling method and the number of plots are factors affecting the estimation of plant biodiversity. In the present study, effects of different inventory grids on estimation of tree species diversity were compared in semi-arid forests of Iran. There were selected 50 hectares of these forests representing the regional forests. Sampling procedures were carried out on circular plots (1,000m2) within inventory grids, with dimensions of 50 × 50 m (200 plots), 100 × 50 m (100 plots), 100 × 100 m (50 plots), 200 × 50 m (50 plots), 200 × 100 m (25 plots), and 250 × 200 m (10 plots). For each plot, the type of the species and the number of trees were recorded. Simpson (1-D), Hill (N2), Shannon-Wiener (H’), Mc Arthur (N1), Smith-Wilson (Evar) and Margalef (R1) indices were used to estimate the tree species diversity. The inventory grid was evaluated based on the precision and cost criteria (E%2 × T). The obtained sampling error values showed that the inventory grid consisting of 200 plots exhibited more accuracy for estimating the biodiversity indices. But based on the results of E%2 × T, the inventory grid with 25 plots was selected as the most appropriate one for estimating the tree species diversity in semi-arid forests. The results of this study can also serve to estimate the tree species diversity in other semi-arid forests of Iran.
Perceived Academic Stress among Undergraduate Students in a Nigerian University
Authors: Aihie Osenweugwor Ngozi , Ohanaka Blessing Ijeoma 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
The purpose of the study was to investigate the levels of perceived academic stress among undergraduate students in a University in Nigeria. Purposive sampling was used to select three Faculties from the fourteen Faculties in the University. Simple random sampling was used to select 427 undergraduate students from the three Faculties to participate in the study. Data on perceived academic stress were collected with the aid of the Perceived Academic Stress Scale (PASS) which was adapted from Bedewy and Gabriel (2015) and re-validated for the study. Data collected for the study were analysed with descriptive and inferential statistics. The perceived academic stress levels of the respondents were compared on the basis of sex, age, level /year of study and Faculty /course of study. The hypotheses formulated for the study were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that male undergraduate students reported higher academic stress level than the females. Undergraduate students in the Faculty of Physical Sciences reported significantly higher academic stress levels than students in the Faculties of Education and Social Sciences. Final year students also reported higher academic stress than students in the first and middle years of study. There was no difference in perceived academic stress levels based on the age of the students. It was concluded that sex of student, level of study and course of study influence perception of academic stress among undergraduate students. Implications for Students’ counselling were discussed.
A comparison of focused and unfocused corrective feedback in Japanese EFL writing classes
Authors: Colpitts Bradley D. F. , Howard L’Shawn 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
Though corrective feedback (CF) has generally been accepted as an effective means for improving student writing, some debate still exists as to whether focused (narrow) or unfocused (broad) CF is more effective in improving student writing in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) contexts. A comparative study was undertaken of two groups of high-proficiency Japanese and international students of English at one private university in the Kansai area of Japan. A third control group who did not partake in any corrective feedback were also used for comparison. Both groups of students wrote argumentative essays on a subject of their choosing over the course of eight weeks. The first group, Treatment Group A, was comprised of seven Japanese and non-Japanese university students (n = 7) who were trained in giving meta-linguistic (error coded), computer-mediated unfocused peer CF. The second group, Treatment Group B, was comprised of seven Japanese university students (n = 7) who were trained in giving meta-linguistic, computer-mediated focused feedback on five errors identified as being the most common in an initial diagnostic writing sample done in the first week. The initial draft, post-peer CF draft, post-teacher CF draft, and final draft were then analyzed. Students’ ability to correctly resolve errors, and the number of errors per 100 words that emerged in each draft were then examined. The results suggest that unfocused peer and teacher CF may be a more effective means of reducing student errors in writing, possibly because it provides more overall learning opportunities.
Mobile-assisted learning and higher-education ESP: English for physiotherapy
Authors: Pettersson Lin Elinor 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
The popularity of Mobile-assisted language learning has increased significantly in recent years, and language teachers are still exploring different ways of introducing new technology into the language classroom. Up to the moment, this has mainly been achieved through the use of mobile language-learning applications (Grimshaw et al. 2017). We wanted to push the use of applications in the classroom of English for Specific Purposes further by introducing a human anatomy application in the context of English for physiotherapy in higher education. We believe that the use of an application for a specific area provides the opportunity to enrich the learning experience and take language-learning outcomes to a different level as students are granted a unique occasion of applying knowledge acquired in a specialist area in the language classroom. An intervention proposal was designed for the subject English for physiotherapy (University of Málaga, Spain) bringing together mobile-assisted language learning with a task-based approach to suit constructivist learning processes and accommodate different learning styles and rhythms. We followed five guiding principles on mobile-assisted language learning (Stockwell & Hubbard 2013) to design three tasks for autonomous and collaborative learning using the application 3D4 Medical Essential Anatomy. A preliminary survey was carried out using Lime Survey to measure under-graduate physiotherapy students’ attitudes towards the use of a human anatomy application to learn English and to predict possible challenges (language, technology, cost or storage capacity). The results support our belief as the obtained data indicates that students perceived the use of a human anatomy application as an interdisciplinary tool for both educational and professional purposes and were willing to purchase an application to learn English for physiotherapy.
Fats in women’s diet and everyday life
Authors: Kiczorowska Bożena , Samolińska Wioletta , Klebaniuk Renata , Szczygielska Marlena 
Published: May 2019

Abstract

Introduction. Currently, vegetable oils are used not only for consumption but also for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. They are especially eagerly used by women, although their knowledge in this field is usually insufficient.

Aim. The aim of the study was to determine the dietary habits of women and to analyse the importance and position of vegetable fats in their diet and life. Another objective was to assess the level of knowledge and awareness of the health-enhancing properties of these products.

Material and methods. The study involved women (n=253) aged 18-30, 31-40, and over 40 years living in Lubelskie Province, Poland. The modified questionnaire was composed of questions about their diet, regularity of meals, habits and preferences of fat intake, and motivation behind including fats in the diet or for cosmetic or medicinal applications.

Results. Approximately 45% of the respondents sometimes used fats with their meals and 23% used them regularly. Fats were consumed by approximately 86% of the total number of respondents and were used for medicinal and cosmetic purposes by ca. 15.5 % and 6% of the respondents, respectively. Linseed oil (34%) and coconut oil (27%) were regarded as the most valuable fats. Butter and rapeseed oil were consumed most frequently (p<0.05). Approximately 47% of the respondents regarded refined oils as valuable products, and 40% of the respondents were aware of the harmful effects of trans fats.

Conclusion. The survey indicates a necessity of implementation of educational campaigns among consumers in order to disseminate the knowledge about the role of fat in the diet and the risks associated with excessive consumption and poor quality of these products.
A Causality Analysis of the Relationships Between Gross Fixed Capital Formation, Economic Growth and Employment in South Africa
Authors: Meyer Daniel Francois , Sanusi Kaseem Abimbola 
Published: May 2019

Abstract
In terms of macro-economic policy, gross fixed capital formation, which is the major component of domestic investment, is seen as an important process that could accelerate economic growth. This study re-examines the controversial issue of causality between domestic investment, employment and economic growth using South African data. The traditional assumption of causality running from investment to economic growth has remained inconclusive while empirical findings on the investment and employment growth nexus are also largely unsettled. The study makes use of quarterly data from 1995Q1 to 2016Q4 within the framework of the Johansen cointegration and Vector Error Correction Models (VECM). The empirical findings suggest that a long run relationship exists between domestic investment, employment and economic growth, with causality running from economic growth to investment and not vice versa. The results also demonstrate that investment has a positive long-run impact on employment. The empirical evidence further suggests bi-directional causality between employment and economic growth, while evidence of uni-directional causality, from investment to employment, is also found. The major implication of the study is that although there is bi-directional causality between economic growth and employment, economic growth does not translate to increased employment in the long run confirming “jobless growth”. Investment is found to be a positive driver of employment in the South African economy in the long-run. The study concludes that, in order to stimulate employment, investment enhancing policies, such as low interest rates and a favourable economic environment should be put in place to accelerate growth. Measures to promote economic growth, such as improved infrastructural facilities and diversification of the economy, should be further engineered so as to encourage increased investment.
KEEFEKTIFAN MODEL PEMBELAJARAN KOOPERATIF MAKE A-MATCH TERHADAP PRESTASI BELAJAR MATEMATIKA DITINJAU DARI MOTIVASI BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK KELAS VII SEMESTER II SMP NEGERI 1 ULUJAMI TAHUN PELAJARAN 2016/2017
Authors: Tamami Ahmad Wildan , Kartana Tri Jaka , Sholikhakh Rizqi Amaliyakh 
Published: May 2019

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui keefektifan model pembelajaran kooperatif make a-match terhadap prestasi belajar matematika ditinjau dari motivasi belajar peserta didik kelas VII semester II SMP Negeri 1 Ulujami. Populasi penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Ulujami Tahun Pelajaran 2016/2017. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan teknik cluster random sampling. Sampel yang diambil sebanyak 2 kelas eksperimen yang menggunakan model pembelajaran make a-match, 2 kelas kontrol yang menggunakan model pembelajaran konvensional dan 1 kelas uji coba. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan teknik dokumentasi, angket dan tes. Instrumen penelitian berupa tes prestasi dan angket motivasi belajar. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu uji proporsi, uji anva dua arah dan uji komparasi ganda. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa: (1) prestasi belajar peserta didik pada kelas eksperimen mencapai KKM. (2)ada perbedaan prestasi belajar matematika peserta didik yang menggunakan model pembelajaran make a-match dengan peserta didik yang menggunakan model pembelajaran konvensional. (3) ada pengaruh penggunaan model pembelajaran make a-match dengan model pembelajaran konvensional terhadap prestasi belajar matematika peserta didik. (4) model pembelajaran kooperatif make a-match lebih efektif dibanding dengan model pembelajaran konvensional terhadap prestasi belajar matematika peserta didik ditinjau dari motivasi tinggi. (5) model pembelajaran kooperatif make a-match lebih efektif dibanding dengan model pembelajaran konvensional terhadap prestasi belajar matematika peserta didikditinjau dari motivasi rendah
Tingkat Churn Tabungan Pada Industri Perbankan
Authors: Sunjaya Ma'mun Insan 
Published: May 2019

Abstrak Penelitian ini ditujukan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisa faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi perilaku beralihnya nasabah tabungan Britama ke tabungan bank lain. Analisis regresi linier berganda digunakan untuk menguji lima variabel bebas yaitu reputasi bank, kualitas layanan bank, daya tarik iklan bank, harga dan involuntary switching terhadap customer churn. Data penelitian berasal dari 100 responden eks nasabah Britama yang tinggal di wilayah Greater Jakarta (Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang dan Bekasi). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa reputasi bank, kualitas layanan bank, daya tarik iklan bank dan harga berpengaruh signifikan secara negatif, sedangkan involuntary switching berpengaruh signifikan secara positif terhadap tingkat churn tabungan Britama. Reputasi bank, kualitas layanan bank, daya tarik iklan bank dan harga akan menghambat terjadinya peralihan nasabah dan meminimalisir tingkat churn tabungan. Sebaliknya, involuntary switching justru akan mendukung beralihnya nasabah dan meningkatkan churn tabungan.CHURN LEVEL OF SAVINGS IN THE BANKING INDUSTRYAbstract This study aims to determine and analyze the factors that influence customer switching behavior of Britama savings to other bank savings. Multiple linear regression analysis will be used to examine the independent variables such as bank reputation, bank service quality, attractiveness of bank advertisement, price and involuntary switching that influence customer churn. The data of this research were obtained from 100 respondents of former Britama that live in Greater Jakarta area (Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang and Bekasi). The result shows that bank reputation, bank service quality, attractiveness of bank advertisement have significant influence negatively, while involuntary switching positively significant influence to Britama savings churn. Bank reputation, bank service quality, attractiveness of bank advertisement and price will prevent the customer switching behavior and minimize customer churn. Instead, involuntary switching will support the customer switching behavior and increase savings churn.
Budaya Organisasi dan Kinerja Karyawan: Perspektif Ekonomi Islam
Authors: Rachmanu Edvian Ditya , Ridlwan Ahmad Ajib 
Published: May 2019

AbstrakSebuah perusahaan berdiri karena mempunyai target, visi dan misi yang ingin dicapai. Selain bersaing pada kualitas produk, perusahaan wajib mengawasi SDM yang terkait dengan pola perilaku, sikap, kebiasaan yang dapat bermanfaat untuk memperkuat kinerja di perusahaan. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui apakah terdapat hubungan antara Budaya organisasi dengan kinerja karyawan pada Bunker Rabbani Pucang Surabaya. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian dengan metode kuantitatif dengan analisis data korelasi rank-spearman. Hasil riset yang dilakukan dengan variabel budaya organisasi dengan indikator inovatif mengambil risiko, memperhatikan detail, orientasi team, agressivitas, bertanggung jawab, bekerja merupakan ibadah, bekerja azas manfaat dan maslahat, bekerja penuh yakin dan optimistis, memperhatikan halal dan haram, dan bersikap tawadzun melalui teknik sampling jenuh dan menggunakan penyebaran kuisioner dapat disimpulkan bahwa budaya organisasi mempunyai hubungan yang signifikan atas kinerja karyawan pada Bunker Rabbani Pucang Surabaya.Organizational Culture and Employee Performance:An Islamic Economic PerspectiveAbstract A company stands because it has the target, vision and mission to be achieved. In addition to competing on product quality, companies must monitor HR related to behavior patterns, attitudes, and habits that can be useful to strengthen performance in the company. This study aims to determine whether there is a relationship between organizational culture and employee performance in the Rabbani Pucang Bunker Surabaya. This research is quantitative research using rank-spearman correlation data analysis. The results of research conducted with organizational culture variables with innovative indicators of taking risks, paying attention to details, team orientation, aggressiveness, responsibility, work is worship, working principles of benefit and benefit, working full of confidence and optimism, paying attention to halal and haram, and being tawadzun through Saturated sampling techniques and using questionnaires can be concluded that organizational culture has a significant relationship to employee performance in the Pucang Surabaya Rabbani Bunker
A Transformational Leadership, It’s Implication on Employee Performance through Organizational Culture and Motivation
Authors: Lutfi Mohammad , Siswanto Siswanto 
Published: May 2019

Kepemimpinan Transformasional, Implikasi Terhadap Kinerja Karyawan Melalui Budaya Organisasi Dan Motivasi AbstrakKinerja karyawan ditentukan kepemimpinan dalam organisasi. Salah satu kepemimpinan yang dapat mendorong kinerja karyawan adalah kepemimpinan transformasional. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk menganalisis pengaruh kepemimpinan transformasional terhadap kinerja karyawan melalui variabel budaya organisasi dan motivasi. Jumlah sampel dalam penelitian sebanyak 77 orang. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan kuesioner. Analisis data menggunakanpath analysis. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kepemimpinan transformasional tidak berpengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan secara langsung. Kepemimpinan transformasional berpengaruh terhadap kinerja karyawan secara tidak langsung melalui variabel motivasi. Sedangkan, kepemimpinan transformasional tidak berpengaruh terhadap terhadap kinerja karyawan melalui variabel budaya organisasi. Hasil penelitian memiliki implikasi manajerial, yakni untuk meningkatkan kinerja karyawan perlu mengoptimalkan peran kepemimpinan yang mendorong motivasi kerja karyawan. A Transformational Leadership, It’s Implication on Employee Performance through Organizational Culture and MotivationAbstractThe employee performance is determined by a leadership in an organization. One of leadership that can increase the employee performance is a transformational leadership. The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of transformational leadership on employee performance by organizational culture and motivation variables. The total samples in this study is 77 persons. The technique of data collecting uses questionnaire. The data analysis uses path analysis. The result of this study shows that the transformational leadership does not influence directly the employee performance. The transformational leadership influences indirectly the employee performance through motivation. Whereas, the transformational leadership does not influence the employee performance by organizational cultural variable. The result of the study has managerial implication, that is for improving the employee performance it necessarily optimizes the leadership role for forcing the working motivation of employees.