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THE DETERMINANTS AND IMPACT OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT ON THE ECONOMIC GROWTH OF SIERRA LEONE
Authors: Abu Abdul-Majid , Jalloh Hassan , Abu Mohamed Mustapha 
Published: May 2024

<p>This article aims to examine the factors that influence foreign direct investment (FDI) and its effects on Sierra Leone's economic expansion. Understanding the elements that draw foreign direct investment (FDI) and its overall effects on the recipient country's economy is crucial as FDI has long been acknowledged as a driver for economic development in developing nations. This study used a mixed-methods approach to examine the factors influencing foreign direct investment (FDI) in Sierra Leone by analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data. Interviews with important stakeholders, including government officials, foreign investors, and industry experts, are used to analyze factors such as political stability, institutional quality, market size, natural resources, and infrastructure. Secondary data are statistically analyzed to determine the importance of these determinants. In addition, the study evaluates how FDI affects Sierra Leone's economic expansion. Analyzing macroeconomic data like GDP growth, employment rates, trade patterns, and technology transfer are necessary for this research. The research offers a thorough understanding of the direct and indirect effects of FDI on the nation's economy by utilizing both descriptive and econometric methodologies. The results of this study have added to the body of information already available on foreign direct investment (FDI) and its effects on economic growth in developing nations, with a particular emphasis on Sierra Leone. Policymakers, government organizations, and investors will be able to create focused strategies to draw in and maximize the advantages of FDI for sustainable economic development with the help of the results, which offers insightful information.</p><p> </p><p><strong>JEL</strong>: F21, F23, O55, O11, C83, C18, P48</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0771/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
INTERNAL CONTROL SYSTEMS AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF COMPANIES LISTED IN NAIROBI SECURITIES EXCHANGE
Authors: Muriithi Jane Gathigia , Muigai Robert Gitau 
Published: May 2024

<p>Internal control systems involve various methods and measures the organisation takes to safeguard assets, accurately check financial reports, enhance operational efficiency and execute managerial policies to achieve their financial objectives. The study sought to determine how internal control systems influence the financial performance of Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) listed companies in Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to assess the effect of risk assessment, internal control environment and information and communication systems on the financial performance of the listed companies in NSE. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The target population comprised 63 listed companies in NSE as of 30th June 2023. A sample of 39 companies was drawn from the target population using a stratified random sampling technique. The study used primary data collected using structured questionnaires. Data analysis was carried out using descriptive and inferential statistical methods. The results were presented using tables and charts. The study found that internal control systems positively and significantly influenced the financial performance of the listed companies in NSE. The study recommended that to improve the financial performance of these firms, the management needs to determine and implement the optimal combination of effective and efficient internal control mechanisms.</p><p> </p><p><strong>JEL</strong>: G20; L10; L20; M10</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0737/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
TERAPIAS-ALVO E BIOMARCADORES EM CÂNCER DE MAMA: UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA
Authors: Zaccara Cunha Araújo Isadora Maria , Matias Soares Lana Régia , Alves de Oliveira Railene , Rivalta Matias Gabriela Maria , Pereira de Carvalho Lucas , Souza do Vale Eise , Portuguêz de Souza Dayane , Batista Ramos dos Santos Chrisley , Miranda Baptista Vilhegas Lara , Moreira Bento Diego 
Published: May 2024

O câncer de mama é uma das principais causas de morbidade e mortalidade entre as mulheres em todo o mundo, representando um desafio significativo para a saúde pública. Um dos principais avanços na terapia do câncer de mama tem sido o desenvolvimento de terapias-alvo que visam componentes específicos das células tumorais responsáveis pelo crescimento e disseminação do câncer. Objetivo: realizar uma revisão bibliográfica dos avanços mais recentes em terapias-alvo e biomarcadores no câncer de mama. Métodos: Foi realizada uma busca sistemática na literatura científica, utilizando bases de dados como PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus e Google Scholar. Foram incluídos estudos originais e revisões publicados entre 2009 e 2024, em inglês, português ou espanhol, relacionados a terapias-alvo, biomarcadores e câncer de mama. Resultados e Discussão: A análise dos estudos revelou avanços significativos em terapias-alvo, como trastuzumabe e inibidores de CDK4/6, além da importância dos biomarcadores, como Ki-67 e receptores hormonais, na predição de resposta ao tratamento. Destacou-se também o impacto econômico positivo das terapias-alvo e biomarcadores na redução de custos de saúde a longo prazo. Conclusão: As terapias-alvo e biomarcadores representam avanços fundamentais no tratamento do câncer de mama, oferecendo uma abordagem mais personalizada, eficaz e econômica. A contribuição dessas estratégias para a prática clínica e a tomada de decisão ressalta a importância contínua da pesquisa e aplicação dos avanços científicos na oncologia.
Epidemiological Characteristics of Chronic Renal Failure Patients of Hodeidah, Yemen in 2023
Authors: Al Mutawakil Taha , Al Kamarany Mohammad Amood , Suhail Khaled , Kamal Ayman , Alak Mohammed 
Published: May 2024

Chronic renal failure (CRF) is an emergent worldwide public health problem. The increasing incidence of CRF warrants a need for an epidemiological approach to better understand the disease and its prevention. Therefore, the study aims to describe the epidemiological characteristics of chronic renal failure patients in Hodeidah, Yemen. The study included 560 patients with CRF in retrospective study (a case series based on medical files) in Center of Dialysis and Renal Diseases of Hodeidah, Yemen from 1st January 2023 to 31st December 2023. The patients were diagnosed based on evidence – based clinical practice guideline of all stages of CRF that was extracted from the National Kidney Foundation Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative (NKFKDOQI). Epidemiological data were reported with ethical approval consideration, data obtained were analyzed. 560 cases were diagnosed with renal failure, 555 patients (99.107 %) of them were diagnosed with CRF and 5 patients (0.89 %) were diagnosed with acute renal failure (ARF). CRF patients was founded 61.81 % in the males while 38.11 % in the females. However, this difference was statistically significant (X2= 30.921; p < 0.00001). The age range of patients was from 5 to 95 years, where 54.64% of cases occurred more than 50 years then 39.28 % between 18 to 49 years and the lower frequency was in children less than 18 years (5.22%) with different significant ( X2= 226.314 ; p < 0.00001). In addition, 81.98 % of patients in rural and 18.02 % in urban. The maximum cases were reported in summer session namely 13.21 % in July and 11.25 % in August. On the other hand , the major causes were chronic diseases 406 case (73.14 %) that diagnosed and recorded , 161 case (29 %) of hypertension ,132 case (23.78 %) of diabetes , 113 (20.36 %) of inflammation nephrolithiasis obstructive uropathy , 8 cases (1.44 %) of genetic polycystic renal disease , and 4 cases ( 0.72 % ) of sedative narcotic addiction and 137 case (24.68%) of unknown causes with different significant ( X2= 119.00 ; p < 0.00001). The chronic diseases namely diabetes and hypertension were the major causes reported to develop the CRF, therefore, to prevent the development of CRF based on center for control diseases and control (CDC), managing risk factors.
Building Awareness of the Dangers of Stunting Generation Through Health Communication for Indonesian Worker at Pulau Penang Malaysia
Authors: Mansur Suraya , Erlita Novi , Geni Gammara Lenggo 
Published: May 2024

The implementation of Community Service is the result of collaboration between the Communication Studies Program at Mercu Buana University and Pertubuhan Masyarakat Indonesia (PERMAI) Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. The Theme of Community Service Activities is Building Awareness of the Dangers of Stunting Generation Through Health Communication. To achieve this goal, the lecture method is used, playing youtube videos of short duration, then questions and answers about Building Awareness of the Dangers of Stunting Generation Through Health Communication For TKW women worker in Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. This campaign activity is planned to be held in January, 28. 2024 in Pulau Pinang, Malaysia. This activity is expected to be attended by women worker who live in Malaysia. Target outputs of this community services activity is increased knowledge and skill, Mass Media Publication, journal article, HAKI and video Activity. Lastly, the satisfaction of the participants in the devotion activities can be said to be very good. This can be seen from the response which says that the material delivered is in accordance with what is needed by the participants, besides that he also follows the activity from beginning to end. In addition, in terms of participants, it was seen from their cooperative attitude and feedback that was relevant to what was delivered by the speaker.
Creative House Strategy For Increasing The Creativity Of Micro, Small And Medium Enterprises (Umkm) Pappandangan Village Polman District
Authors: Sahabuddin Chuduriah , Rahayu Ayu , Sukmawati Sukmawati , Malik Abdul 
Published: May 2024

The process of building the Village Creative House will have a new icon in increasing visitors and the economy of the local community. The function of the Village Creative House is as a place for training, mentoring, a place for production, a place for marketing the community's creative products and a place for the incubation process for creative products in Pappandangan village. This activity involved human resources from the Youth, Sports and Tourism Department of Polewali Mandar Regency, lecturers and students from Al Asyariah Mandar University as well as residents of Pappadangan village. The sub-activities in making Creative Houses are: village creative house building design, interior creation, wall decoration design, production training place layout, training place layout, marketing place creation layout. Apart from that, assistance is also provided to the community, namely: assistance to village art studios, assistance in processing typical village foods, assistance in processing Gadum plants (Dioscorea hispida) into chips and flour.
Empowering education through digital transformation: Confronting educational wastage in basic education schools in Jordan
Authors: AlAli Rommel , Wardat Yousef 
Published: May 2024

Activating digital transformation in basic education holds the potential to effectively address educational wastage by leveraging innovative technologies and strategies to optimize teaching and learning processes, enhance student engagement and outcomes and mitigate inefficiencies in educational practices. The objective of this research was to explore the feasibility of implementing digital transformation as a solution to address educational wastage in basic education schools within the Irbid Governorate. The study adopted a descriptive and analytical methodology employing a random sampling technique to select a sample of 270 principals and teachers from elementary education schools in Irbid Governorate. Data collection was facilitated through the utilization of a questionnaire as the research instrument. The validity and reliability of the instrument underwent a meticulous examination and validation process through a series of rigorous steps. The findings revealed several obstacles hindering the activation of digital transformation in basic education including the absence of integrated digital systems that function cohesively, limited utilization of modern techniques, technologies and teaching methods and insufficient teacher proficiency in technology usage and training. The study recommends overcoming these challenges by transitioning the school environment into a digital ecosystem, supporting the professional growth of teachers in scientific, educational and technical domains, establishing systems and regulations to enhance the school environment and improving teaching methods and learning strategies.
Plyometric training for physical education university students
Authors: Eyzaguirre-Maldonado Edwin Hector , Reynaga-Chavez Rusbita , Jeri Yuri Gutierrez , Huamani Oscar Gutierrez , Huaman-Romani Yersi-Luis 
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this research is to analyze and describe the plyometric training of university students in the professional career of physical education. The design is non-experimental, cross-sectional of the descriptive type whose approach is of the quantitative type. The data collection was done through an intentional online survey in which 885 university students participated and responded to eight items voluntarily and anonymously. The results show that university students who practice sports have the desire to want to represent their institution for which they use various plyometric methods for their workouts or daily routines in an informal way that keeps them in a competitive physical state at a regional or national level but not for a competition at an international level. Conclusion. University students perform their own workouts because they believe they have experience in training which is false that is, they themselves create their own daily routines without a professional trainer. They also need an adequate place equipped with trainers with experience in national or international competitions to improve their physical performance. This research has implications for the students because they have to adapt to the rhythm of plyometric exercises to be fit in any national or international competition and the implications for the teachers are that they must take into account which competition they want to participate in to be able to train them as appropriate.
The degree of implementing STEM practices among mathematics teachers at the middle school level from the teachers’ and educational supervisors’ perspectives
Authors: Almughyirah Sultan Mubarak 
Published: May 2024

The current quantitative study aims to examine the degree of implementation of STEM practices among middle school mathematics teachers from the teachers’ and educational supervisors’ perspectives. The study also seeks to identify the statistical significance between the responses of teachers and supervisors regarding the degree of implementing STEM practices. STEM is an acronym for the integrative approach among science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The study used a questionnaire that was built based on a four-level Likert scale as a tool for collecting data using the descriptive survey method. Sixty-four middle school mathematics teachers and seven educational supervisors of mathematics participated in the study that took place in Al-Ahsa Governorate, Saudi Arabia. Findings revealed that the participating teachers implemented STEM practices moderately in their classrooms in the main three domains which are lesson evaluation, lesson implementation and lesson planning, respectively. In addition, there are statistically significant differences between the participating teachers and supervisors regarding the degree of implementing the STEM practices in favor of the teachers. The study recommends dedicating sufficient funds for STEM education, creating creative STEM websites and labs and obtaining access to STEM resources and materials. It is concluded that there is a great need for preparing mathematics teachers to apply STEM practices in their classrooms.
The behaviour of e-commerce users: An empirical investigation of online shopping
Authors: Zaini Syeliya Md , Noor Nurul Hidayana Mohd , Zandi Gholamreza 
Published: May 2024

This paper investigates the relationship between information and communication used by users on electronic commerce platforms. This study is underpinned by the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) to understand the factors contributing to electronic users' intention to use online shopping platforms. The primary data was collected using a self-administrated online survey from 422 respondents of online electronic commerce shopping users and analyzed using Statistical Packages for Social Science (SPSS) version 28. Empirically, this study shows that trust between e-commerce users in the digital platform as a medium, consumers’ intention to use the digital platform to make purchases and consumers’ behavioural attitudes significantly influence consumers’ intention to use online shopping platforms. The study's premises on user trust are beneficial for regulators, online business owners and the government because they help them identify the traits that give customers more confidence to use electronic commerce transactions. This study suggests that users’ trust in the information provided when dealing through electronic commerce transactions is vital for the parties involved. This study provides a theoretical framework for future research to examine the effect of these factors and determine the influence of diversification on electronic commerce behaviour.
Teachers’ Strategies: Can It Prevent Bullying to Early Childhoods in Preschool Education?
Authors: Rahmawati Risa , Hodijah Dede Siti , Ihsanda Nu'man , Susiyani Neni , Sugiarti Sri , Tya Sandi 
Published: May 2024

Bullying is an action of verbal and non-verbal violences done repeatedly by a person to another. This study aims to determine the forms of bullying carried out by early childhood and teachers’ strategies applied to overcome bullying behavior in preschool education. The method used in this study is a qualitative under a descriptive approach. The findings of the present study show that bullying carried out by early childhoods is in the forms of aggressive and negative actions such as kicking, pinching, hitting, taunting, and pushing friends. In addition, the strategies used by the teachers to prevent bullying behavior to the early childhood are carried out through several steps: (1) the teachers conducted anti-bullying during the teaching and learning process through storytelling method using hand puppet as media related to bullying material, (2) the teachers invited the early childhoods to sing the song to know anti-bullying, (3) the teachers communicated to the parents about the dangers of bullying, (4) the teachers invited the parents to understand well their early childhood’s character, (5) the teachers invited the parents to participate in parenting program, (6) the teachers advised and supervised the early childhoods when they are at school, (7) the teachers provided strict policy against bullying behavior. In conclusion, bullying behavior can be prevented earlier through instilling character education and implement seven strategies such as mentioned above.
A IMPORTÂNCIA DA FORMAÇÃO CONTINUADA PARA OS PROFISSIONAIS DA SAÚDE
Authors: Lepesteur João David 
Published: May 2024

A educação em saúde consiste em uma ação voltada para a produção e sistematização de conhecimentos sobre o processo formativo de pessoas que atuam na área da saúde, de forma a envolver as práticas de ensino, diretrizes didáticas e orientação curricular em uma perspectiva contínua. Este artigo tem por objetivo evidenciar a importância da formação continuada para os profissionais da saúde, com foco no que tange ao papel da educação em seu sentido mais amplo enquanto ferramenta para transformar a qualidade do atendimento e consequentemente a vida das pessoas em sociedade por meio da Educação Permanente em Saúde (EPS), bem como seus desafios e potencialidades. A fim de atender aos objetivos propostos, realizamos uma pesquisa aplicada em ciências humanas, uma vez que busca auxiliar na solução de um problema específico, no caso a formação continuada dos profissionais de saúde. Trata-se de uma abordagem da qualitativa, mediante pesquisa descritiva, que buscou analisar a importância da formação continuada para os profissionais da saúde, para a qualidade do atendimento prestado junto à população. A pesquisa evidencia que o Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS), tem a formação continuada como um elemento de fundamental importância em sua política de ação.
Developing linguistic competence for 6th grade students in Vietnam
Authors: Trinh Ha Thi , Nguyen My-Tra Thi , Pham Ha-Xuan Thi , Vu Chi-Linh 
Published: May 2024

Developing linguistic competence for junior level students in Vietnam is an emerging issue that needs attention. This paper applies interdisciplinary research methods which are a combination of linguistics and educational sciences. The combination of the questionnaire survey method and class observation is used to evaluate students' language competencies, especially, speaking and listening. The analytical method is used to analyze linguistic skills that are necessary to be created for students during this stage. Developing linguistic competence is considered the most effective means to grow thinking capacity. The scope of this paper is aimed at sixth grade students specifically surveying their linguistic competence thereby providing an overview of the language development stage for juniors at the secondary school level in Vietnam in general and in Ha Dong district, Hanoi in particular. We conducted a case study by collecting data at two secondary schools in Hanoi city (implementation period of two months: December 2021 and February 2022). According to these factual survey results, we can primarily suggest concrete measures to develop linguistic competence for 6th-grade students in Vietnam. This will also be an information source for reference in completing the Literature textbook series edited according to the new “General Education Program in Literature (2018)” in Vietnam which is in the early stages of being put into use.
Análise centesimal da silagem do capim elefante BRS capiaçu com diferentes níveis de inclusão de milho moído
Authors: Santos Silvana dos , Frisso Rosimery Menezes , Castro Tatiane Marie Martins Gomes de , Silva Luiz da Silva e , Silva Vonin da Silva e , Sousa Rafael Teixeira de , Oliveira Aparecida da Costa , Santos Magno dos 
Published: May 2024

Há necessidade de traçar estratégias alimentares para atender à exigência dos animais ruminantes nos períodos de estacionalidade, sendo a utilização de silagem uma solução para esse período. O uso do BRS capiaçu para produção de silagens tem sido estudado por suas características e qualidades de produção, além de ser mais viável quando comparado a outras forrageiras. Diante disso o objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a composição bromatológica da silagem feita com o capim elefante cv. BRS Capiaçu com diferentes níveis de inclusão (0, 3, 6, 9 e 12 %) de milho moído. Verificou-se efeito linear (P< 0,001) pela adição de milho moído na silagem de capiaçu na matéria seca (MS), proteína bruta (PB), extrato etéreo (EE), matéria mineral (MM) e nutrientes digestíveis totais (NDT), já os valores de fibra em detergente neutro (FDN) e fibra em detergente ácido (FDA), não foram significativos (P>0,001). A adição de níveis crescentes de milho moído na silagem de capim elefante cv. BRS Capiaçu com corte aos 132 dias, melhorou a qualidade centesimal para as características avaliadas. Desde modo, é possível indicar o uso de 6% de inclusão de milho moído para produção de silagem do Capiaçu por apresentar o maior valor observado para nutrientes digestíveis totais.