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Pengembangan Sumber Belajar Berbasis Karakter Peserta Didik (Ikhtiar optimalisasi Proses Pembelajaran Pendidi-kan Agama Islam (PAI))
Authors: Jailani M sahran 
Published: April 2017

This article aims to reveal the theoretical academic studies in the context of learning resources as epicentrum valuable information for each individual study. This paper uses descriptive analytical method. The results of this study indicate that the source of learning was instrumental in providing a range of information and knowledge required to develop skills and compe-tencies. The way to develop learning resources of Islamic education in order to optimally conducted by 1) analyzing the needs and characteristics of stu-dents' learning, 2) formulate learning objectives, 3) the development of learning material, 4) developing tools to measure the progress, 5) selection of learning resources and 6) hold evaluation. AbstrakArtikel ini bertujuan mengungkap secara teoritis kajian akademik dalam konteks sumber belajar sebagai epicentrum informasi yang berharga bagi setiap manusia yang belajar. Penulisan ini menggunakan metode deskriptif analitis. Hasil kajian ini menunjukkan bahwa sumber belajar sangat berperan dalam menyediakan berbagai informasi dan pengetahuan yang diperlukan dalam mengembangkan berbagai kompetensi yang diinginkan. Adapun cara mengembangkan sumber belajar Pendidikan Agama Islam agar optimal dilakukan dengan 1) menganalisis kebutuhan dan karakteristik belajar siswa, 2) merumuskan tujuan pembelajaran, 3) pengembangan materi pembelajaran, 4) mengembangkan alat ukur keberhasilan, 5) pemilihan jenis sumber belajar dan 6) mengadakan evaluasi.
The importance of the minimum path criterion in the design of water distribution networks
Authors: Ciaponi Carlo , Creaco Enrico , Franchioli Luigi , Papiri Sergio 
Published: April 2017

AbstractThis paper explores the relationship between the minimum cost design of water distribution networks (WDNs) and the minimum water path criterion (MWPC), according to which the water entering the network through the source nodes should cover the shortest possible paths before being delivered to users. To this end, a three-step linear algorithm for WDN design based on the MWPC and set up in the 1980s was applied to many benchmark case studies. The results of the linear three-step algorithm were almost coincident with, and in some cases superior to, those produced by more complex and burdensome algorithms. This represents a solid proof of the strong implications of the MWPC for WDN design.
Computer Skill Requirements for New and Existing Teachers: Implications for Policy and Practice
Authors: Montgomerie Craig , Irvine Valerie 
Published: April 2017

The integration of technology into the classroom is a major issue in education today. Many national and provincial initiatives specify the technology skills that students must demonstrate at each grade level. The Government of the Province of Alberta in Canada, has mandated the implementation of a new curriculum which began in September of 2000, called Information and Communication Technology. This curriculum is infused within core courses and specifies what students are “expected to know, be able to do, and be like with respect to technology” (Alberta Learning, 2000). Since teachers are required to implement this new curriculum, school jurisdictions are turning to professional development strategies and hiring standards to upgrade
teachers’ computer skills to meet this goal. This paper summarizes the results of a telephone survey administered to all public school jurisdictions in the Province of Alberta with a 100% response rate. We examined the computer skills that school jurisdictions require of newly hired teachers, and the support strategies employed for currently employed teachers.
A Propaedeutic to Dialogue: "On The Oneness Of The Hermeneutical Horizon(s)" & "On The Importance Of Getting Things Straight"
Authors: Geniusas Saulius , Madison Gary Brent 
Published: April 2017

S. Geniusas:
Although Gadamer’s hermeneutics has suffered attacks from a number of philosophical perspectives, the profusion of criticisms seldom constitutes new challenges and for the most part is a reiteration of two seemingly opposite claims. On the one hand, we often hear that Gadamer’s hermeneutics is merely a disguised brand of the “philosophy of the subject” which under the pretext of openness reduces the Other to the self. On the other hand, it is just as often claimed that Gadamer’s writings fall into the category of the “hermeneutics of the fundamental questions” and therefore they cannot account for the selfhood of the self. Taking as its focus the theme of the oneness of the hermeneutical horizon(s), this paper argues that this theme carries no hegemonic or essentialist connotations. Rather, a careful analysis, which accentuates the negative and the dialectical elements of the oneness of horizons and the fact that this theme is for Gadamer both a presupposition and an achievement, reveals the shortcomings of both critiques. In the final analysis, the oneness of the horizon(s) is the dialogue that we ourselves are. Special attention is granted to Richard Kearney’s critique of Gadamer, to Gadamer’s critique of the incommensurabilist stance, and to the relevance of Gadamer’s hermeneutics in the context of today’s socio-political concerns.

G. B. Madison:
This essay is a companion piece to S. Geniusas’ “On the Oneness of the Hermeneutical Horizon(s)” and seeks to correct some of the serious misunderstandings of the philosophical hermeneutics of Hans-Georg Gadamer that one often encounters in the literature. It seeks above all to show how Gadamer’s commitment to philosophical universalism is ideally suited to enabling philosophy to confront the ethical challenges posed by the phenomenon of globalization.
The “Value-Added” Forensic Autopsy: Public Health, Other Uses, and Relevance to Forensic Pathology's Future
Authors: Hanzlick Randy L. 
Published: April 2017

This article centers on the “value-added” forensic autopsy, one in which the autopsy goes beyond the basic tasks of determining cause, manner, and basic circumstances of death. It is important to recall that the word “forensic” is derived from the Latin “forensis” which means “forum,” or “public,” not “crime” or “science.” Thus, the value-added forensic autopsy can be seen as one that is done with the public in mind, as opposed to being focused only on needs of the criminal justice system. The value-added autopsy might be one in which a decision is made to perform an autopsy in case that might otherwise not have been autopsied, or to do a more extensive or “complete” autopsy than might otherwise have been performed, or, perhaps, do additional ancillary laboratory testing. The “value-added” concept is not offered in the financial context, but rather, the societal context. This article discusses perceived reasons why value-added autopsies might not be performed and reasons and examples of how they can be beneficial. More study is needed, however, to determine their place in the medicolegal death investigation setting. The forensic pathology profession might be wise to consider whether it wants to remain considered as mainly a criminal justice player or in addition, take further advantage of its potential in public health, public safety, research, civil law proceedings, and other activities and disciplines that can benefit from forensic pathology information. Such contemplation and action could seal, or even secure the fate and future of forensic pathology practice.
Computer Extraction of Data from Autopsy and Toxicology Reports
Authors: Cain Matthew D. , Robinson C. Andrew , Park Seung L. , Davis Gregory G. 
Published: April 2017

Purpose Forensic autopsies contain a wealth of information ranging from toxicology results to organ masses. Extracting data by hand from years of reports is tedious. We report a computer program that extracts information from reports in Word, WordPerfect, or Portable Document Format (PDF). Methods The program consists of three Excel macros, written in Visual Basic for Applications, which extract information from autopsy and toxicology reports. The user selects a macro, chooses a folder of documents, and inputs key words to guide the search. The macros open each document in the folder sequentially, extract the desired values automatically, and enter the data into the respective case number's row in a spreadsheet. Another macro combines data from the separate autopsy and toxicology reports by matching the unique case number. Extraction of PDF files is a two-step process involving batch conversion from PDF format to Word with subsequent extraction. Results We have developed a set of macros that extract data from autopsy and toxicology reports, such as age, race, height, manner and cause of death, and drug concentrations. Key words included autopsy headings, such as “Cardiovascular System” and units of measure such as “inches” or “pound.” We analyzed roughly 7000 cases and kept 3455 cases. Conclusions Our system rapidly procures data and places the information in a standardized format. This program will be hosted on our toxicology webpage for others to use. Future goals include combining data from other institutions and uploading the data to an online, queryable database.
ANALISIS EFISIENSI UNIT PENANGKAPAN PUKAT CINCIN DI PELABUHAN PERIKANAN PANTAI LAMPULO BANDA ACEH
Authors: Aprilia Ratna Mutia , Mustaruddin Mustaruddin , Wiyono Eko Sri , Zulbainarni Nimmi 
Published: April 2017

Pengukuran produktivitas, efisiensi secara teknis dan ekonomi merupakan indikator utama dalam menilai kemampuan usaha dari unit penangkapan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menghitung produktivitas unit penangkapan pukat cincin, memformulasikan faktor-faktor produksi yang berperan terhadap hasil tangkapan dan hubungannya terhadap hasil tangkapan unit penangkapan pukat cincin, serta menghitung efisiensi dari penggunaan faktor produksi unit penangkapan pukat cincin yang berbasis di Pelabuhan Perikanan Pantai (PPP) Lampulo. Faktor produksi yang menunjang hasil tangkapan unit penangkapan pukat cincin seperti ukuran kapal, daya mesin kapal, panjang jaring, tinggi jaring, jumlah awak kapal, BBM, jumlah lampu, jumlah es, jumlah air tawar dan biaya perbekalan dianalisis menggunakan pendekatan Cobb-Douglas. Perhitungan produktivitas dilakukan dengan pendekatan rata-rata hasil tangkapan pukat cincin selama setahun dibagi dengan besarnya Gross Tonage dan trip penangkapan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan produktivitas per trip tertinggi yaitu 1.86 ton/trip pada tahun 2012 dan produktivitas per GT tertinggi yaitu 9.97 ton/GT pada tahun 2011. Persamaan fungsi produksi Cobb-Douglas unit penangkapan pukat cincin di PPP Lampulo yaitu LnY = -18.875 - 0.432 LnX2 + 0.467 LnX4 - 1.116 LnX5 - 0.184 LnX7 + 2.181 LnX10, dengan nilai R2 = 0.727. Analisis efisiensi teknis pada 54 kapal menunjukkan penggunaan faktor produksi daya mesin kapal (-0.432), jumlah awak kapal (-1.116), dan jumlah lampu (-0.184) nilai elastisitas produksinya sudah negatif (Ep<0) yang menunjukkan penggunaan faktor produksi sudah tidak efisien, sedangkan faktor produksi dari tinggi jaring (0.467) berada pada tahap produksi rasional karena berada antara 0<Ep<1 dan faktor produksi biaya perbekalan (2.181) nilai Ep>1 yang artinya penggunaan faktor produksi belum efisien. Efisiensi ekonomis penggunaan variabel faktor produksi tersebut tidak efisien karena nilai NPMxi/BKMxi<1.
Quand les entreprises s’emparent de la mort numérique, qui sont les consommateurs potentiels ?
Authors: Guillemot Samuel , Gourmelen Andréa 
Published: April 2017

Le flou juridique autour de la gestion des traces numériques des défunts (profils de réseaux sociaux, documents ou photos déposés sur des clouds) amène des entreprises à inciter les internautes à anticiper leur mort numérique. Cependant, la pratique se développe difficilement. Cet article1 identifie cinq profils d’internautes qui se distinguent vis-à-vis de leur intention de préparer leur mort numérique sur la base de trois variables : l’orientation temporelle, l’attachement aux contenus numériques et les motivations à transmettre la mémoire. Des pistes d’actions marketing sont suggérées afin de développer ces pratiques.
Feedback by Massive Black Holes in Gas-rich Dwarf Galaxies
Authors: Silk Joseph 
Published: April 2017

Abstract
Could there be intermediate-mass black holes in essentially all old dwarf galaxies? I argue that current observations of active galactic nuclei in dwarfs allow such a radical hypothesis that provides early feedback during the epoch of galaxy formation and potentially provides a unifying explanation for many, if not all, of the dwarf galaxy anomalies, such as the abundance, core-cusp, “too-big-to-fail,” ultra-faint, and baryon-fraction issues. I describe the supporting arguments, which are largely circumstantial, and discuss a number of tests. There is no strong motivation for modifying the nature of cold dark matter in order to explain any of the dwarf galaxy “problems.”
The Prevalence and Risk Factors of Osteoporosis among a Saudi Female Diabetic Population
Authors: AL-Homood Ibrahim Abdulrazag , Sheshah Iman , Mohammed Abdel Gaffar A. , Gasim Gasim I. 
Published: April 2017

Â AIM: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and determinants of osteoporosis [lumbar spine (LS) and femoral neck (FN)] among patients with type 2 diabetes at King Salman Hospital.MATERIALS AND METHODS: One hundred seventy patients with type 2 diabetes were enrolled in this cross-sectional study in the period from the 1st of January until the 1st of July 2015. Patient selection was based on self-report of the previous diagnosis by a physician, being on an antidiabetic agent, or a fasting glucose of 126 mg/dl as per the American Diabetes Association criteria. A dual energy X-ray absorptiometry scan with the bone mineral density (BMD) categorization based on the WHO cut of levels of T-scores and determination of vitamin D levels were performed. A detailed questionnaire was used to collect demographic data.RESULTS: Out of 170 participants, 50 (29.4%) were diagnosed as having osteoporosis, while 68 (40%) were diagnosed with osteopenia. Age was determined as a risk factor for a decreased BMD in patients with osteopenia (odds ratio (OR) = 1.1, 95% confidence interval (CI) = (1.0-1.1), p = 0.039) and osteoporosis (OR = 1.1, CI = 1.0-1.2, p < 0.001). Similarly, oral hypoglycemic agents (OHA) increased the risk of decreased BMD in osteopenia (OR = 2.6; CI = 1.0-6.7; p = 0.023) as well as osteoporosis, (OR = 3.8; CI = 1.3-10.9; p = 0.013), while vitamin D deficiency increased the risk of osteopenia OR = 3.0; CI = 1.2-7.2; p = 0.012). Increased BMI decreased the risk of both osteopenia and osteoporosis (OR = 0.9; CI = 0.9-0.99; p = 0.031 vs. OR = 0.9; CI = 0.80-0.95; p = 0.003).CONCLUSION: Advanced age, OHA and vitamin D deficiency are determinants of decreased BMD in Saudi women with type 2 diabetes, while an increased BMI protects against low BMD.
Papillary cystadenoma of right testis: Case report and literature review
Authors: Fidelis Otobo O. , Edet Ikpi , Glen Enakirerhi , M. Edoise Isiwele , Ayodele Omotosho , Akanimo Essiet , Ekwere Paul D , Nkposong Edet O 
Published: April 2017

Testicular cystadenoma is ranked the second commonest benign neoplasm. Other benign epididymal neoplasms include adenomatoid tumor (most common), leiomyoma, serous (nonpapillary) cystadenoma, cavernous hemangioma, and melanotic neuroectodermal tumor. Adenocarcinoma, mesothelioma, and metastatic renal cell carcinoma are malignant tumors that can affect the epididymis. A 24-year-old male undergraduate with a 3-month history of mildly tender right testicular swelling histologically diagnosed as papillary cystadenoma is presented. This case is presented from our locality as the first of its’ kind; and because it can be a possible manifestation of other diseases like von Hippel- Lindau (VHL) disease.
Auction Schemes, Bidding Strategies and the Cost-Optimal Level of Promoting Renewable Electricity in Germany
Authors: Voss Andreas , Madlener Reinhard 
Published: April 2017

ABSTRACT Germany is among the leading countries regarding the promotion of renewable energy towards a sustainable energy system transition. In this paper, we investigate the German pilot auction scheme for solar photovoltaics introduced in the Renewable Energies Act 2014 (EEG 2014) that serves as a pilot for the auctionbased promotion of the three major large-scale renewable electricity generation technologies (wind, solar, biomass) as of 2017. A strategic bidding model is used to determine the optimal bidding strategy and to determine the resulting project value. We consider pay-as-bid and uniform pricing and single and multiple bids. Moreover, we investigate the impact of investment cost uncertainty. In a sensitivity analysis we show how bid strategy adjustments affect the outcome. Specifically, higher uncertainty regarding the market clearing price increases the project value, as this additional uncertainty can be used to raise the probability of obtaining a higher level of remuneration by an adjusted auction strategy. The first- price auction can generate additional profits by placing a second, higher bid with a low probability of success. Investment cost uncertainty can have either a positive or negative impact on the project value, depending on the auction parameter values chosen.
Detecting the Significant Flux Backbone of Escherichia coli metabolism
Authors: Güell Oriol , Sagués Francesc , Serrano M. Ángeles 
Published: April 2017

The heterogeneity of computationally predicted reaction fluxes in metabolic networks within a single flux state can be exploited to detect their significant flux backbone. Here, we disclose the backbone of Escherichia coli, and compare it with the backbones of other bacteria. We find that, in general, the core of the backbones is mainly composed of reactions in energy metabolism corresponding to ancient pathways. In E. coli, the synthesis of nucleotides and the metabolism of lipids form smaller cores which rely critically on energy metabolism. Moreover, the consideration of different media leads to the identification of pathways sensitive to environmental changes. The metabolic backbone of an organism is thus useful to trace simultaneously both its evolution and adaptation fingerprints.
Eosinophilic angiitis presenting with a true, fusiform, temporal artery aneurysm
Authors: MacDiarmid Megan , Nepogodiev Dmitri , Tiwari Alok , Duddy Martin , Carey Martyn , Jobanputra Paresh 
Published: April 2017

Key Clinical MessageTemporal artery aneurysm is a rare cause of temporal artery swelling in the absence of preceding trauma. Vasculitis other than giant cell arteritis, such as eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis, should be considered in such cases and a careful assessment of other medium‐sized arteries undertaken.
Pallister–Killian syndrome in a two‐year‐old boy
Authors: Stone Leigh , Tripuraneni Ramya , Bain Michelle , Hernandez Claudia 
Published: April 2017

Key Clinical MessagePallister–Killian syndrome (PKS) is a rare, sporadic, multisystem developmental disorder characterized by craniofacial dysmorphic features. We report a case of a two‐year‐old boy with PKS to highlight the cutaneous findings and emphasize the importance of diagnostic skin biopsies in patients with cutaneous pigmentation changes and distinctive facial features.
Distress vocalization delay in the neonate lamb as a neurobehavioral assessment tool
Authors: Morton Christine L. , Hinch Geoffrey , Small Alison 
Published: April 2017

AbstractAcoustic features of infant distress vocalizations including latency and rate of emission are used as indices of neurological deficit and integrity in human and rodent neonates. This paper investigates the relationship between temporal characteristics of distress calls, elicited by an isolation stimulus, and indicators of neurobehavioral development over 12 hr postpartum in the neonate lamb. Delayed vocalization initiation was found to be associated with poor locomotor and orientation behavior reflecting the capacity of the lamb to reunite with and follow its dam, and a lowered rate of signal emission following commencement of vocalization. Animals demonstrating delayed vocalization initiation also appeared more likely to be of a birth weight predisposed to fetal distress, and to urinate when exposed to a novel environment. Based on these preliminary studies, we propose that compromised emission of vocal signals is indicative of neurobehavioral deficit in the neonate lamb.
Selection and drift influence genetic differentiation of insular Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis) on Newfoundland and Cape Breton Island
Authors: Prentice Melanie B. , Bowman Jeff , Khidas Kamal , Koen Erin L. , Row Jeffrey R. , Murray Dennis L. , Wilson Paul J. 
Published: April 2017

AbstractIsland populations have long been important for understanding the dynamics and mechanisms of evolution in natural systems. While genetic drift is often strong on islands due to founder events and population bottlenecks, the strength of selection can also be strong enough to counteract the effects of drift. Here, we used several analyses to identify the roles of genetic drift and selection on genetic differentiation and diversity of Canada lynx (Lynx canadensis) across eastern Canada, including the islands of Cape Breton and Newfoundland. Specifically, we assessed whether we could identify a genetic component to the observed morphological differentiation that has been reported across insular and mainland lynx. We used a dinucleotide repeat within the promoter region of a functional gene that has been linked to mammalian body size, insulin‐like growth factor‐1 (IGF‐1). We found high genetic differentiation at neutral molecular markers but convergence of allele frequencies at theIGF‐1locus. Thus, we showed that while genetic drift has influenced the observed genetic structure of lynx at neutral molecular markers, natural selection has also played a role in the observed patterns of genetic diversity at theIGF‐1locus of insular lynx.
Aquatic microfauna alter larval food resources and affect development and biomass of West Nile and Saint Louis encephalitis vector Culex nigripalpus (Diptera: Culicidae)
Authors: Duguma Dagne , Kaufman Michael G. , Simas Domingos Arthur B. 
Published: April 2017

AbstractCiliate protists and rotifers are ubiquitous in aquatic habitats and can comprise a significant portion of the microbial food resources available to larval mosquitoes, often showing substantial declines in abundance in the presence of mosquito larvae. This top‐down regulation of protists is reported to be strong for mosquitoes inhabiting small aquatic containers such as pitcher plants or tree holes, but the nature of these interactions with larval mosquitoes developing in other aquatic habitats is poorly understood. We examined the effects of these two microbial groups on lower trophic level microbial food resources, such as bacteria, small flagellates, and organic particles, in the water column, and on Culex larval development and adult production. In three independent laboratory experiments using two microeukaryote species (one ciliate protist and one rotifer) acquired from field larval mosquito habitats and cultured in the laboratory, we determined the effects of Culex nigripalpus larval grazing on water column microbial dynamics, while simultaneously monitoring larval growth and development. The results revealed previously unknown interactions that were different from the top‐down regulation of microbial groups by mosquito larvae in other systems. Both ciliates and rotifers, singly or in combination, altered other microbial populations and inhibited mosquito growth. It is likely that these microeukaryotes, instead of serving as food resources, competed with early instar mosquito larvae for microbes such as small flagellates and bacteria in a density‐dependent manner. These findings help our understanding of the basic larval biology of Culex mosquitoes, variation in mosquito production among various larval habitats, and may have implications for existing vector control strategies and for developing novel microbial‐based control methods.