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The Influence of Mind Mapping Technique on Students’ Writing Skills at MA Guppi Samata
Authors: S.Pd. Nurhalima 
Published: March 2024

This research aims to find out the influence of the Mind Mapping Technique on students’ writing skills at MA Guppi Samata. Since writing in English seems to be one of the most difficult tasks to do. The researcher intended to help the students write a descriptive text by applying the mind mapping technique. The researcher performed the quasi experimental research method to find the influence of the technique. The population of this research was 49 first-grade students at MA Guppi Samata. The subjects of this study were 25 students from the experimental class and 24 students from the control class. The researcher did the treatment by teaching descriptive text and applying the mind mapping technique. The data were collected through the test. The result of the data was analyzed quantitatively. By comparing the value of the t-test and t-table to analyze the hypothesis, the researcher defined the result of the research. The researcher found that there was a significant difference between students’ scores in the post-test for the experimental class and the controlled class. The mean score of post-tests (7.44) in the experimental class was greater than the mean score of post-tests (6.54) in the controlled class. Furthermore, the comparison of the t-test (3.333) and the t-table (2.021) indicated that the t-test was higher than the t-table at the level of significance (α) = 0.05 with a degree of freedom (df) = (N1 + N2)-2 = (25 + 24) – 2 = 47. Based on the t-test and t-table comparison results, it was shown that the mind-mapping technique influenced the students’ writing skills. It has been proved that mind mapping is one of the techniques that helps students find and organize ideas for writing, especially descriptive text. Students are facilitated by the diagram in mind mapping that represents the way of organizing ideas linked to the central keyword with branches containing related words.
Needs Analysis of ELT Materials for Economic Department Students at UIN Alauddin Makassar
Authors: Hadi Arpina 
Published: March 2024

The research aims to find out the types of needs for Economic Department ELT Material at UIN Alauddin Makassar and the goals and objectives were formulated from the needs inventory. The research design used in this study was the survey method, the data were obtained from the students’ needs. The research involved 100 respondents which consist of 96 students, were classified into four groups, namely, 27 students who were taken in semester one, 25 students from semester three, 23 students from semester five, and 21 students from semester seven, 2 lecturers, and 2 graduates, from Economics department at UIN Alauddin Makassar. In collecting the data, the used instruments were the questionnaire and interviews for students, graduates, and lecturers. The collection of the data was done by distributing the questionnaires to the participants to identify the students’ needs in Economics Department and interview guideline was used to find out additional data. The researcher involved two activities; distributing the questionnaire to the participant and processing the data derived from the questionnaire and interview.
The findings revealed of the research showed the types of students’ needs and the goals and objectives. First, the types of students’ needs analysis consisted of linguistic needs and learning needs. Then, in the linguistic needs part, there are two types of information namely learning ability and learning a priority. Students’ levels are vocabulary, writing, reading, listening, speaking, and grammar. For students learning priorities are vocabulary, reading, speaking, listening, grammar and writing. Then, in the learning parts, there are two types of information, namely learning problems and learning styles. There are two problems that are experienced by students, namely the psychological problems and limited linguistic. And learning styles that students’ needs are auditory, visual, and games. From the analysis result of that information, the needs inventory is found which is used to formulated goals and objectives of English learning in the Economic Department.
The Effect of Quora application to Improve Transactional Speaking Skill of the Second Grade Students at Senior High School 12 Makassar
Authors: Normayanti Jufri  , Syahruddin Nawir Muhammad , Azhar Sophia 
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT
This research focuses on the students’ Transactional Speaking especially in group discussion. The purposes of this research are (1) To find out the effectiveness of Quora Application in improving students ‘transactional speaking skill. (2) To find out the factors effect of Quora Application in improving students ‘transactional speaking skill.
In this research, the population was the second grade students at Senior High School 12 Makassar consist of 15 students from class XI IPA 2. The method of this study was a Mixed Method, the design of this study was explanatory sequential (QUAN-QUAL) design were quantitative data were collected first and more heavily weighted than qualitative data. Pre-experimental method was applied in this research with a group pre-test and post-test design. The instruments used to collect data were speaking test and questionnaire.
The result of the research presented that the pre-test of the class got the mean score 5.6. after giving treatment the students’ got the mean score 11.73. The outcome of the data analysis revealed that there was a significant improvement in the students’ skill in transactional speaking after being taught using quora application. Subsequently, the result of one sample t-test were Sig. (2-tailed) = 0,000 < 0,5. Therefore The null (Ho) is therefore rejected and the alternative hypothesis (H1) is accepted. In addition, the qualitative result from the questionnaire showed there were 4 factors affecting the development of students’ transactional speaking skill in group discussion those are: teaching materials content, language items, method, and activities in the teaching process.
Based on the result analysis, the researcher may conclude that using quora application is effective to improve the students’ transactional speaking skill in group discussion because the learning objective is achieved, that was the students’ can be active to discuss the topic in classroom and were able to discuss appropriately according to the standard procedures and ground rules of group discussion.
Keywords: Quora Application, Transactional Speaking skill
Authentic Text-Based Activities to Enhance Students’ Ability in Using Perfect Verb Tenses
Authors: M. Valdez Christian Jay , G. Cardenas Princess Lou , Aurelio Alpha Y. , G. Adisas Mark Andrei , Villanueva Louie 
Published: March 2024

This research incorporated authentic-text based activities as an intervention to enhance Grade 8 students’ usage of perfect verb tenses in English Class. Specifically, it identified the students’ level of ability in using perfect verb tenses through a pretest and posttest. In order to attain these aims, the study used both qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. Descriptive and inferential statistics were performed to make sense of the gathered data. Overall, this study confirms that authentic-text based activities is effective as demonstrated by its posttest mean score (10.27) or Satisfactory level compared to the pretest mean score (4.20) or Fair level, which meant that there was a mean difference of 6.07. Moreover, the t-value of -31.937 meant that the pretest obtained a lower result than the posttest. In addition, the p-value of 0.000 is less than the 0.01 level of significance which further validates that there is a significant difference of the pretest and posttest. This implies that the intervention of this research proved to enhance the ability of Grade 8 students at Ilocos Norte National High School in using perfect verb tenses. Thus, the intervention of this study is highly recommended to Grade 8 students of other schools because authentic-text based activities can be contextualized to accommodate the varied conditions and needs of different subjects in Philippine basic education.
PRO-KONTRA PEREMPUAN DAN POLITIK DALAM PERSPEKTIF FEMINISME MUSLIM
Authors: Sastrawaty Nila 
Published: March 2024

Tulisan ini bertujuan mengkaji pandangan Qasim Amin, Aminah Wadud Muhsin, Fatimah Mernissi, dan Asghar Ali Engineer terkait faktor yang mewarnai pro kontra kepemimpinan politik bagi perempuan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif yang datanya bersumber dari kepustakaan (library research). Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa feminis muslim berpijak pada tafsir al Quran dan hadis untuk mendapatkan gambaran yang komprehensif tentang prinsip kesetaraan Islam. Sebagai negara yang mayoritas penduduknya beragama Islam, pemikiran feminis muslim tidak dapat dinafikan turut mewarnai dinamika pemikiran tentang peran perempuan dalam politik di Indonesia, serta tantangan yang dihadapi sampai saat ini yakni; penafsiran teks agama, budaya patriarkhi, dan akses pendidikan bagi perempuan.
Novel (±)-trans-β-lactam ureas: Synthesis, in silico and in vitro biological profiling
Authors: Jurin Mladenka , Stepanić Višnja , Bojanić Krunoslav , Vadlja Denis , Kontrec Darko , Dražić Tonko , Roje Marin 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
A diastereomeric mixture of racemic 3-phthalimido-b-lactam 2a/2b was synthesized by the Staudinger reaction of carboxylic acid activated with 2-chloro-1-methylpyridinium iodide and imine 1. The amino group at the C3 position of the b-lactam ring was used for further structural upgrade. trans-b-lactam ureas 4a–t were prepared by the condensation reaction of the amino group of b-lactam ring with various aromatic and aliphatic isocyanates. Antimicrobial activity of compounds 4a–t was evaluated in vitro and neither antibacterial nor antifungal activity were observed. Several of the newly synthesized trans-b-lactam ureas 4a–c, 4f, 4h, 4n, 4o, 4p, and 4s were evaluated for in vitro antiproliferative activity against liver hepatocellular carcinoma (HepG2), ovarian carcinoma (A2780), breast adenocarcinoma (MCF7) and untransformed human fibroblasts (HFF1). The b-lactam urea 4o showed the most potent antiproliferative activity against the ovarian carcinoma (A2780) cell line. Compounds 4o and 4p exhibited strong cytotoxic effects against human non-tumor cell line HFF1. The b-lactam ureas 4a–t were estimated to be soluble and membrane permeable, moderately lipophilic molecules (logP 4.6) with a predisposition to be CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein substrates. The tools PASS and SwissTargetPrediction could not predict biological targets for compounds 4a–t with high probability, pointing to the novelty of their structure. Considering low toxicity risk, molecules 4a and 4f can be selected as the most promising candidates for further structure modifications.
Towards Scalable Synthesis of TiSe2 and VSe2 Thin Films
Authors: Kadiwala K. , Dipans E. , Dipane L. , Butanovs E. , Polyakov B. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), specifically those involving V and Ti, possess fascinating material properties, making them interesting candidates for scientific studies. The existing growth methods of these materials are typically limited by scalability – either low yield or high cost. Here, we propose an alternative 2-step method valid for scalable production. In the first step, precursor films of Ti / V are deposited using magnetron sputtering, followed by the second step of selenization of these samples using elemental Se in a vacuum-sealed quartz ampoule for conversion to their respective diselenide material. Synthesized films are char-acterised using scanning electron microscope (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray photoelectron (XPS). The method demonstrated here can be used to increase the active surface area of TiSe2 and VSe2 for their potential catalytic and HER applications using nanostructured substrates, while also providing an opportunity for scalable synthesis of films that can be extended to synthesize other TMDs as well.
Energy Performance of Higher Education Institutions Buildings Operating During Quarantine Restrictions and/or Martial Law in Ukraine
Authors: Deshko V. , Bilous I. , Boiko T. , Shevchenko O. , Borodinecs A. , Zemitis J. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
During the pandemic and periods of martial law, educational institutions in Ukraine implemented various forms of organising the educational process, combining in-person and remote classes. As a result, there has been a decrease in the level of use of building premises. The analysis of the characteristics of energy consumption in these conditions requires additional attention. In this study, a dynamic energy model of the building was created using the educational building of Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute as an example. Energy consumption for heating needs was determined for normal operating conditions and quarantine conditions in Ukraine (only a specific part of the premises is being operated, ensuring that the standard temperature value is maintained while people are present). Based on the results of the study, the features of the energy consumption of the building during quarantine/martial law restrictions, subject to the partial use of the building, were analysed, and the main disadvantages of such a mode were identified. For the educational building of the university, the total energy consumption for heating needs depends on the number of rooms that are actively used, and the modes of regulation of heating and ventilation; the consumption can decrease depending on the chosen scenario by 61 %, 56 %, and 34 % in quarantine mode. The findings indicate that the efficiency of regulation modes can decrease by more than four times when compared to normal mode due to internal heat exchange with unoccupied rooms.
Damping of Suddenly Changing Loads by Drive Means of the Driving Mechanism of the Scraper Conveyor
Authors: Bartashevskyi Stanislav Iev. , Borodai Valery А. , Nesterova Olha Yu. 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
An electromechanical method is proposed to avoid peak dynamic loads in a steady state, the condition of smooth start and emergency stop, as well as correction of the scraper conveyor productivity depending on the load flow level of the blasting combine, which will increase the reliability and reduce the energy and metal consumption of the transport link of the mining complex.
History of Gold in Antiquity
Authors: Bolunduț Ioan-Lucian 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The work presents a history of the exploitation and processing of alluvial gold in Antiquity by the first civilizations of mankind. But those who developed and perfected this technology were the Romans, in Hispania and Britannia, where they mined gold both outcrops and underground. The technology they used was so advanced that it remained unchanged for more than a millennium.
Determining the Dynamics of Carbon Dioxide Dispersion in Closed Spaces
Authors: Cioclea Doru , Radu Sorin Mihai , Cămărășescu Alexandru , Matei Adrian , Drăgoescu Răzvan 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Human society is in full development. Proportionately, the industrial activity continuously develops and diversifies. Various technological processes also bring with them specific risks such as the one generated by the presence of carbon dioxide in closed premises. The effect of this gas on the human body is destructive and can reach situations incompatible with life. Preventive measures presuppose a good knowledge of how this gas disperses. This paper details the experimentation carried out to identify how carbon dioxide disperses.
Assessing the Risk of Terrorist Attacks Against Technical Infrastructures Intended for the Storage of Explosives For Civil Uses
Authors: Rădeanu Cristian , Radermacher Ladislau , Vasilescu Gabriel , Popescu Claudius 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The paper presents the results of the theoretical and practical research on the development of the infrastructure for assessing the risk of terrorist attacks associated with undesirable events such as major accidents that can occur at explosives storehouses. The scientific research was carried out within the framework of Project PN 16 43 02 15 - CORE Program titled “Researches regarding the increase of security degree in the technical infrastructures for storing explosives for civil uses”. The use of the DIRE version 1.0 software package specialized in the field of risk assessment of terrorist attacks on explosives storehouses has provided the necessary premises for an objective and highly accurate assessment of this type of risk in the technical infrastructure and the quantification of the degree of damage to the human component and on-site or neighbouring targets, as well as to the area in their proximity.
Prevalence of Organizational Cynicism Among Early Career Psychiatrists in Lithuania: An Exploratory Study
Authors: Ambrasas Laurynas , Vveinhardt Jolita 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
This exploratory study aims to identify the prevalence of organizational cynicism among early career psychiatrists in Lithuania. In order to achieve the purpose, the following research questions were raised: What is the prevalence of organizational cynicism among early career psychiatrists in Lithuania and how does organizational cynicism differ depending on the sociodemographic characteristics of these specialists? All early career psychiatrists employed in Lithuanian health care institutions were invited to participate in the study, and 56 of them filled out questionnaires. The obtained data were processed using descriptive statistical methods. Significant differences in indicators of organizational cynicism were identified depending on the respondents’ place of study. In addition, organizational cynicism varied by specialty: psychiatry residents had the highest mean scores; while child and adolescent psychiatrists, had the lowest. The study provides valuable insights into understanding the nature of organisational cynicism in terms of dispositional, cognitive, affective and behavioural cynicism. The obtained findings may contribute to the development of further research by promoting targeted interventions to address cynical attitudes towards work among early career psychiatrists.
Motivational Factors for the Lithuanian Armed Forces Personnel
Authors: Didžgalvytė-Bujauskė Monika , Kraskauskienė Danguolė , Adamonis Domantas , Dambrauskienė Jūratė , Jurčik Anželika , Stasiukaitienė Irma 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The aim of this paper is to present a literature review on motivational factors from the perspective of Lithuanian Armed Forces personnel. Based on the SCARF model, scientific sources, public information on the structure and activities of the Lithuanian Armed Forces, the paper discusses the effectiveness of the employee motivation system and analyses the factors that can enhance or reduce motivation of the Lithuanian Armed Forces personnel. It highlights important motivational factors such as rewards, career opportunities, leadership style, teamwork culture, hierarchy, and other organisational measures. Based on the literature review and the SCARF motivational framework, the paper provides recommendations for improving the motivation system of the Lithuanian Armed Forces.
Effect of Strapping Straps Waste Fibers on Fresh and Hardened Properties of Concrete
Authors: Djebien Rachid , Kebout Rachid , Belachia Mouloud 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
Faced with the increasingly growing need for construction material resources and the strict requirements and conditions for preserving the environment, it has become necessary and relevant to study all possibilities and opportunities for the recycling and valorization of industrial waste and by-products in the construction field. Strapping straps is a product used to bundle and transport goods and construction materials. After its use, it is considered as waste. The objective of this experimental work is to study the possibility of reusing the strapping strap waste as fibers in the production of fiber-reinforced concrete. For this purpose, three families of concrete were composed using strapping strap fibers, steel fibers, and polypropylene fibers, which were introduced into a concrete composition by volumetric substitution (0.4%, 0.8% and 1.2%) of aggregates. The fresh properties were evaluated through slump, density and air content tests. Hardened properties were investigated using the compressive and flexural strengths, pulse velocity, dynamic elastic modulus, and water absorption tests. The results obtained showed that strapping strap waste fibers significantly improve the mechanical properties of fiber-reinforced concrete and have a behavior similar to that of steel fibers. The optimum rates of strapping strap fibers were 0.4% and 1.2% for compressive and flexural strengths respectively. Compared to polypropylene fibers, the strapping strap fibers were found to be more efficient and led to a gradual increase in flexural strength with an increase in the strapping strap fibers. The results obtained also showed that the increase in strapping strap fiber content gradually increased the water absorption of fiber-reinforced concrete.
Non-Linear Behavior of Double-Layered Grids
Authors: Metrouni Tarek , Khellaf Nadia , Kebiche Khelifa 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
This study presents a numerical approach to an analysis of the mechanical behavior of double-layered tensegrity grids. We present a comparative study on the behavior of tensegrity grids through geometric nonlinear analysis (GNA) and combined nonlinear analysis (CNLA) (geometric and material), considering the possible effect of evolution in the elasto-plastic domain of the cable elements. The effect of the relaxation of cable on the amplification of the displacement of these grids was taken into account. The updated Lagrangian formulation, which modifies the Newton-Raphson iterative scheme with incremental loading, was adopted. We have developed a numerical computational model specific to tensegrity structures that simulates the geometric and material nonlinear behavior. The reliability of the calculation tool developed has been validated. Additionally, the results of the application of the numerical model on a grid, which was generated based on demi-cuboctahedral tensegrity cells, are presented.
A Simplified Approach for the Evaluation of the Non-Visual Potential of Daylight in Side-Lit Rooms
Authors: Josai Tomáš , Hraška Jozef , Bacigál Tomáš 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
This article reports on the development, validation, workflow and implementation of a simplified method for evaluating the non-visual (melanopic) potential of daylight in typical side-lit rooms. The method is suitable for climatic areas with a dominant occurrence of cloudy skies. The non-visual daylight evaluation tool is based on a modified average daylight factor method. A simplified daylighting model improves the calculation of the vertical daylight factor and the passage of daylight through a vertical lighting opening. The proposed calculation method makes it possible to determine the illuminance of a vertical plane in the interior. The method is based on the uniform sky and the external diffuse horizontal illuminance at the location of interest. The outputs of the tool can also be used to quickly estimate visual levels of daylight. The article also proposes a classification of the availability of melanopic daylight in side-lit rooms, which is based on the outputs of the proposed calculation method.