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Approches critiques des technologies en éducation et implications didactiques
Authors: Collin Simon 
Published: February 2024

Située à la croisée des approches critiques en didactique des langues et de celles des technologies en éducation, l’étude des technologies en didactique des langues (voir, par exemple, Warschauer, 1998 ; Ollivier, 2019) dispose d’assises critiques complémentaires pour assurer son développement, si tant est qu’une masse suffisante de chercheur.ses travaillent à les structurer davantage. Dans le cadre de ce texte, nous proposons de nous focaliser sur les approches critiques des technologies en éducation, en tant qu’approches contributives de l’étude critique des technologies en didactique des langues. Pour ce faire, nous commençons par poser quelques balises des approches critiques en général. Nous les mobilisons ensuite pour le cas des technologies en éducation, en les posant comme des voies de dépassement de deux conceptions courantes de la relation "technologies – éducation" : les conceptions instrumentalistes et technodéterministes. Pour en donner une vue plus tangible, nous présentons finalement un appareillage théorique parmi d’autres (voir Collin, 2022), qui appréhende l’innovation technopédagogique au croisement des approches critiques de la technique et des études du Social Shaping of Technology (SST).
Simplificações tributárias e a importância da COFINS para o orçamento da seguridade social no Brasil: uma análise para o período 2010 a 2019
Authors: Gregório Silva Ramon , Santolin Roberto 
Published: February 2024

Objetivo: Na década de 2010, diferentes propostas de reforma tributária emergiram no Congresso Nacional com intuito de simplificar tributos sobre o consumo por meio da criação de um imposto único - Imposto sobre Bens e Serviços (IBS). Tal resolução, porém, pode impactar de sobremaneira os impostos vinculados aos gastos da seguridade social, como a COFINS.
Método: A partir de um modelo de Vetores Autorregressivos (VAR) o presente trabalho avaliou como os gastos relativos ao Orçamento da Seguridade Social (OSS) responderam às variações dos impostos vinculados com enfoque na CONFINS.
Originalidade/Relevância: A partir das estimativas do modelo VAR, entre janeiro de 2010 a novembro de 2019, o presente estudo contribui ao avaliar a resposta do OSS à uma redução permanente da COFINS.
Resultados: Observou-se que as despesas de saúde e assistência social são as que mais dependem dos tributos vinculados. Mais especificamente, a perda da CONFINS, sem que se estabeleça novas vinculações, pode ocasionar um grave processo de redução da proteção social pública no Brasil.
Contribuições teóricas/metodológicas/práticas: Diante de uma desvinculação da COFINS, no limite, as ações do OSS seriam severamente reduzidas, ou mesmo, extintas.
O efeito do enquadramento de ênfase das narrativas na propensão de investimento
Authors: Da Rosa Matheus Vinicius , Schnorrenberger Darci , Rengel Rodrigo 
Published: February 2024

Obejtivo: Este estudo tem o objetivo de analisar o efeito do enquadramento de ênfase das narrativas contábeis na propensão de investimento do usuário.
Método: Realizou-se um experimento com 247 estudantes de duas Instituições de Ensino Superior do Sul do Brasil. Foram aplicadas 5 versões espelhadas do questionário, modificando-se apenas as narrativas contábeis ao realizar o enquadramento de ênfase ou a utilização de informações gráficas. Para análise dos dados, utilizou-se estatística descritiva e quatro regressões Tobit.
Originalidade/Relevância: A adição de cenários com representação gráfica como forma de comunicar e verificar a propensão de investimentos pode ser melhor compreendida pelo usuário se comparado com elementos textuais, o que não é tratado em estudos similares encontrados. A pesquisa torna-se relevante também por verificar aspectos comportamentais e sua influência nas preferências e escolhas de investimentos das pessoas.
Resultados: Os resultados apontam que tanto a adoção de narrativa quanto informações gráficas reforçam a decisão inicial do decisor, seja ela a propensão de investir ou não em determinada empresa.
Contribuições teóricas/metodológicas/práticas: O estudo contribui por demonstrar as formas e as diferenças de influência que o enquadramento de ênfase tem sobre a propensão de investimento. Contribui também ao alertar tanto os preparadores quanto os usuários das informações sobre o potencial de influência nos resultados, por meio dos tipos de enquadramento de ênfase.
Role of Inhibin B, AMH, GnRHa Test and HCG Stimulation Test to Distinguish Isolated Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism (IHH) from Constitutional Delay in Growth and Puberty (CDGP)
Authors: Sahoo Bijay K. , Ravi Kumar Padala , Pattanaik Sudhi Ranjan , Dash Deepak Kumar , Patro Debasish , Telagareddy Radhakrishna 
Published: February 2024

Abstract

Background:
This study aimed to distinguish isolated hypogonadotropic hypogonadism (IHH) from constitutional delay in growth and puberty (CDGP) by various hormonal tests in both sexes.

Methods:
Boys with testicular volume (TV) <4 ml (14–18 years) and girls with breast B1 stage (13–18 years) were enrolled in this study. A detailed history, clinical examination and hormonal analysis including basal luteinising hormone (LH), follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), inhibin B, anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH), testosterone (boys), oestradiol (girls), triptorelin stimulation test and 3-day human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) stimulation test (boys) were performed. All patients were followed for 1.5 years or till 18 years of age. Receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis was performed to determine the optimal cut-offs with sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV) and negative predictive value (NPV) for various hormones to distinguish IHH from CDGP.

Results:
Of 34 children (male: 22 and female: 12), CDGP and IHH were diagnosed in 21 and 13 children, respectively. 4 hours post-triptorelin LH had the highest sensitivity (100%) and specificity (100%) for identifying IHH in both sexes. Basal inhibin B had good sensitivity (male: 85.7% and female: 83.8%) and specificity (male: 93.3% and female: 100%) for diagnosing IHH. 24 hours post-triptorelin testosterone (<34.5 ng/dl), day 4 post-HCG testosterone (<99.7 ng/dl) and 24 hours post-triptorelin oestradiol (<31.63 pg/ml) had reasonable sensitivity and specificity for identifying IHH. Basal LH, FSH and AMH were poor discriminators for IHH in both sexes.

Conclusion:
The best indicator was post-triptorelin 4-hour LH followed by inhibin B, which had a reasonable diagnostic utility to distinguish IHH from CDGP in both boys and girls.
Soil quality dynamics and degradation potentials as influenced by land use systems in humid tropical soil of Southeastern, Nigeria
Authors: F.U. Nwogu  , B. Nwajiobi  , A.N. Ogbonna  , E.A. Ubuoh  
Published: February 2024

An assessment of the effects of land use systems on soil quality dynamics and soil degradation potentials in Umuahia, Southeastern Nigeria was done in this study. Samples of soil were taken between 0 and 15 and between 15 and 30 cm. from coconut plantation (SSP1), palm plantation (SSP2), pineapple orchard (SSP3) and waste dump site (SSP4). The result revealed sand to be the dominant soil fraction in decreasing abundance: Waste dumpsite (WD)≥ Pineapple Orchard (PO) ≥ Coconut Plantation (CP)≥ Oil Palm Plantation (OPP), followed by silt :WD ≥ CP≥ PO ≥ OPP and clay: OPP≥CP≥PO≥WD. Land use systems recorded serious negative effects on soil physicochemical properties, with soil pH ranging between 3.43-7.20, waste dumpsite having neutral and others having less than 6.5-8.5 as the critical limit. The mean values of potentially toxic elements in soils as regard land use systems: Ni, Mn, Fe, Cr, Zn, Pb and Cu were all above the critical limits rendering the soil polluted. The effects of Land-use systems on biochemical indicators of soil degradation ranged from None to slightly (1) -Very highly degraded soils (4), with organic matter (OM) as biological indicator dominating the index. The effect of land use systems on soil degradation was in decreasing trend: WD > CP >OPP> PO constituting 32.5%, 26.7%, 20.8% and 20% respectively. Integrated waste management (IWM) and smart farming techniques should be encouraged for soil quality improvement.
Challenges faced by paddy smallholder farmers in Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria
Authors: Z.A. Elum  , C.O. Enemali  
Published: February 2024

Rice is a major cereal crop produced and consumed across the globe. In Nigeria, it is a staple food consumed in various forms. However, present-day domestic supply is unable to meet local demand due to various forms of challenges confronting rice producers, many of whom are smallholder farmers. The study combined an in-depth review of literature and empirical analysis framework to identify challenges in rice production among smallholder paddy farmers in Ayamelum Local Government Area of Anambra State. Specifically, the study identified the farmers’ socioeconomic characteristics, ascertained the distribution of improved technology usage among them and identified the challenges facing the farmers. Data were collected through multistage sampling technique from 90 paddy farmers and were analysed by descriptive statistics. Results showed an equal proportion of men and women engaged in the survey with majority of them being married. The farmers were in their active middle-ages and on average, had been farming for 12 years. Main findings included: rice cultivation in the area was dependent on fertilizers, extension services were rarely available and improved seeds and needed machineries were not readily available due to their high costs. The study highlighted the need to increase access to required farm inputs through various means including government agencies and farmers’ associations to help paddy smallholder farmers sustain their productions and livelihoods.
Ulcerative Colitis diagnosed for the First Time in a 93 year old Nigerian Woman: A Case Report
Authors: Odeghe E.A. , Ezuduemoih D.E. , Oyeleke G.K. , Adeniyi O.F. , Adetona A. 
Published: February 2024

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a chronic and life-long disease characterized by gastrointestinal tract inflammation caused by the interplay of the host’s genetic predisposition, immune responses, and various environmental factors. It is characterized by chronic diarrhea, among other symptoms. Its spectrum comprises Crohn’s disease (CD), Ulcerative Colitis (UC), and indeterminate colitis (IC). Inflammatory bowel disease occurs in two peaks, the first at 15-25 years, and the second at 40-60 years. It is rarely reported in the extremes of age. Here we report the case of a 93-year-old woman with previously undiagnosed ulcerative colitis presenting as large bowel obstruction.
Effect of a probiotic blend in broiler chicken diets and its effect on growth performance, carcass traits, and haematological profile
Authors: Mousapoor M. , Losacco C. , Seidavi A. , Nosrati M. , De Araujo W.A.G. , Albino L.F.T. , Laudadio V. , Tufarelli V. , De Marzo D. 
Published: February 2024

The study aimed to assess the effect of different dietary levels of a probiotic blend (Probio Enzyme®) during the first 14 days of age (DOA) or up to 42 DOA, on growth performance, carcass and digestive tract traits, and haematological profiles of broiler chicks. A total of 540, one-day-old broiler chicks were randomized assigned to nine treatments: four dietary probiotic blend levels (250, 500, 750, and 1,000 g/ton) within two feeding periods (0–14 and 0–42 d, respectively), whereas the ninth treatment was a control diet without any dietary probiotic supplementation. The feed intake (FI) was found to be higher in broilers fed 1,000 g/ton of probiotic blend when fed during the first 14 d; however, BW gain and feed efficiency were not influenced by the treatments. Carcasses (deplumed and full) from broilers fed 250 g/ton of probiotic blend (0–14 DOA) were heavier than the other groups; the same was observed for leg portions. Broiler duodenum, jejunum and ileum weights, and ileum percentage were greater when fed diets without any supplementation. The haematological profile of broilers was not affected by the dietary treatments.
Effect of combination magnetic technology and encapsulated probiotics in the drinking water on blood profile and immunity of laying hens
Authors: Natsir M.H. , Sjofjan O. , Nuningtyas Y.F , Mutaqin A. , Marwi F. 
Published: February 2024

This study aimed to determine the health status of laying hens using a combination of magnetic technology and probiotics in drinking water. A total of two hundred and eighty-eight (288), 57-week-old ISA Brown laying hens were assigned to six treatments with nine replicates in drinking water. Statistical data analysis followed a completely randomized design with treatments including water as control, magnetic technology (MT), 0.6% probiotic (PRO), 0.6% probiotic and magnetic technology (PRO+MT), 0.6% encapsulated probiotic (EPRO), and 0.6% encapsulated probiotic and magnetic technology (EPRO+MT). The laying hens received treatments for six weeks (42 d). The encapsulated probiotic was used to improve probiotic durability from intestinal damage. The health status consisted of blood and immunity profiles, including leukocytes, erythrocytes, haemoglobin, and haematocrit, CD8+, CD4+, malondialdehyde, and B cells. The water quality was improved by the use of magnetic technology. Magnetic technology effectively decreased the CD8+ , CD4+ , malondialdehyde, and B cells in the blood of laying hens compared to treatments without magnetic technology. The combination of magnetic and encapsulation technology showed maximum results in improving blood profile and immune response.
Carcass traits and meat quality of steers fed palm kernel cake as a replacement for grain sorghum
Authors: Lisboa M.M. , Silva F.F. , Carvalho G.G.P. , Silva J.W.D. , Silva A.P.G. , Carvalho V.M. , Santos L.V. , Santos M.C. , Lima Junior D.M. , Silva R.R. 
Published: February 2024

The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of replacing grain sorghum (GS) with palm kernel cake (PKC) on the performance, carcass traits and meat quality of feedlot steers fed highgrain diets. Forty male ½ Holstein × ½ Nellore steers with an initial weight of 331.1 ± 36.2 kg, at 24 ± 2 months of age, were housed in group stalls (10 cattle/stall) where they received diets containing 0, 80, 160, or 240 g/kg PKC on a dietary dry matter basis. After 126 days, the animals were slaughtered and their carcass and meat evaluated. The replacement of GS with PKC did not influence empty body weight, carcass weight, carcass length, or carcass yield. However, the thickness of subcutaneous fat in the carcass decreased with the replacement of GS with PKC. The meat pH increased linearly, whereas there were no changes in cooking loss, shear force, lightness (L*), and fat or cholesterol contents in the meat of the steers. Partial replacement (41,57%) of GS with PKC is recommended, with an inclusion of up to 240 g/kg PKC in high-grain diets for steers.
Physico-chemical characteristics of meat after dietary supplementation of lambs with essential oils and calcium malate
Authors: Ortiz-Heredia M.A. , Barcena-Gama J.R. , Martinez-Hernandez P.A. , Guerrero-Rodriguez J. de D. , Gonzalez-Munoz S.S. , Vazquez-Mendoza O.V. 
Published: February 2024

The objective of this study was to determine the effect of a mixture of essential oils (EO), calcium malate (CM), or their combination (EO + CM) on the physico-chemical characteristics of lamb meat. A total of 36, two-month-old, 20 ± 3 kg live weight, male lambs were allocated to individual cages and randomly distributed into four treatment groups: 1, basal diet (BD); 2, BD + 150 g of EO ton-1 ; 3, BD + 2.5 kg of CM ton-1 ; and 4: BD + 150 g EO + 2.5 kg CM ton-1 . Feed and fresh water were available ad libitum to the lambs during the 56-day experiment. There was no difference in the chemical composition of the lamb meat although collagen was higher in the EO + CM treatment. The percentage of omega-3 and eicosapentaenoic acid was higher in the OE + CM group, but there were no differences in the total percentage of saturated or unsaturated fatty acids. The shear strength of raw meat was higher in the BD group, but the shear strength of cooked meat was lower in the EO group than in the BD or CM groups. There was no difference in water retention in raw meat or in water loss in cooked meat between groups. The colour of the meat was not affected by treatment. The EO and EO + CM groups had an increase in meat tenderness and the concentration of some unsaturated fatty acids, but this did not affect the colour or chemical composition of the lamb meat.
Potential feeding value, feed quality, microbial protein production, and antimethanogenic properties of tree leaves admixed with Italian ryegrass at different ratios using <i>in vitro</i> gas production
Authors: Gursoy E. 
Published: February 2024

The purpose of this study was to use the in vitro gas production (IVGP) method to assess the relative feeding value, feed quality, and anti- methanogenic capabilities of tree leaves added to Italian ryegrass forage at various proportions. With the addition of 2% and 4% willow leaf (Salix alba), 2% and 4% vine leaf (Vitis vinifera), 2% and 4% plane leaf (Platanus orientalis), and a control group devoid of these supplements, a total of 21 forage samples were created. The data were subjected to analysis of variance after nutritional composition, energy content, feeding value, and feed quality were determined using the in vitro gas generation method. The effect of the addition of tree leaves to forage on crude ash, IVGP, methane, metabolizable energy, net energy lactation, organic matter digestion, true digestible dry matter, partitioning factor, microbial protein, microbial protein synthesising efficiency, degree of true digestion, NDF digestion, total digestible nutrients, and relative feed quality was substantial. With the addition of 2% willow leaves, the digestibility, metabolic energy, net energy lactation value, organic matter digestion, microbial protein value, and relative feed quality all improved. The findings showed that tree leaves can be utilized as an alternate feed source for ruminants. Tannin content should be taken into account when preparing rations utilizing tannin-containing tree leaves.
Milk yield, udder, and growth traits of Hair goats and their crossbreeds managed under extensive conditions
Authors: Atay O. , Gokdal O. 
Published: February 2024

This study was carried out to compare some production traits of Alpine × Hair-crossbred, Saanen × Haircrossbred, and Hair goats in rural conditions. In the first year of the study, a total of 45 animals were used to determine the milk yield characteristics of the three genotypes. In the second year, a total of 56 does and 62 goat kids were used to determine the characteristics of the animals. The ICAR AT method was used to calculate the lactation milk yield of the goats. The average lactation lengths, the average lactation milk yields, and the daily average milk yields of Alpine × Hair-crossbred, Saanen × Hair-crossbred, and Hair goats were 242, 232, and 229 days; 182, 201, and 164 kg; and 0.754, 0.873, and 0.716 kg, respectively. The effect of genotype on lactation milk yield and daily average milk yield was statistically significant. Live weights of the kids were recorded at monthly intervals and live weights of the kids for days 30, 60, 90, and 120 were calculated by linear interpolation. The effect of genotype on the 90- and 120-day weights were similar. Measurements of udder characteristics were determined twice, at the beginning (30 d) and at the end (180 d) of the lactation period. It was determined that crossbreeding had no effect on udder characteristics except the distance between teats and udder depth. The main result of this study is that crossbreeding substantially increased milk yield in goats, even at the F1 level, under extensive conditions.
Intellectual control as integral part in the system of person's mental resources
Authors: Larisa Vinogradova 
Published: February 2024

The article deals with basic approaches in the theoretical research of such unexplored topic as intellectual control. The sources of explored topic and basic theoretical approaches to the named phenomenology are examined. On the base of author's methodic is held the research of the intellectual control and in particular the interrelation between the intellectual control scale and the psychological regulation index by the Rorschach test. The role of intellectual control is defined as an important psychological characteristic, which determines the efficacy of the psychological regulation in the situation of social interaction.
Understanding to Concept of Jarajanya Vyadhi (ageing related diseases) w.s.r. to Sandhigatavata (osteo arthritis)
Authors: Nimesh Kachhiapatel  , Shivaranjani J Kantharia  , Manish Patel  , Kalapi Patel  
Published: February 2024

As age advances Vata Dosha increases in an individual. This increasing Vata trigger and accelerates Dhatu Kshaya (depletion of tissues) and Bala Kshaya (diminished the body strength). Hence advancing age makes man prone to many diseases especially degenerative disorders. Asthis (bones) are the main seat of Vata Dosha and Sandhis (joints) is the main seat of Kapha Dosha. Vata Dosha is responsible for different body movements like Prasaarana and Akunchana of Sandhi (flexion and extension of joints), whereas Shleshaka Kapha located in Sandhi (joints) is provides nutrition, protection and to minimize the friction during the movement. Sandhigatavata is Vata pradhana vyadhi. It is quite similar to osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease stand in modern medical science. Sandhigatavata is Vata dominating disorder which result in inflammatory and degenerative changes in joints. Osteoarthritis is a disease of musculoskeletal system, affecting the joints mostly in elderly population and in weight bearing joints (particularly knee joint). The current standard modern medical pharmacological management of osteoarthritis includes the administration of analgesics and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). However, their use neither provides adequate and significant relief in symptoms nor deceleration in disease process. Therefore, Vata shamaka aushadhis along with local application e.g. Abhyanga, different form of Swedana are beneficial. As Sandhigatavata is ageing related heath condition, Rasayana chikitsa can also be helpful in the management of Sandhigatavata (Osteoarthritis). This article enlighten the knowledge about Jarajanya vyadhi especially Sandhigatavata.
Arterial involvement of lower limbs in peripheral artery disease - the difference between diabetics and non-diabetics
Authors: Tanzeela Khan  , Naheed Khan  , Sajida Qureshi  
Published: February 2024

Objective: To detect peripheral artery disease in diabetic and non-diabetic individuals.
Method: The case-control study was conducted from October 2018 to September 2019 at Ruth K.M. Pfau Civil Hospital, Karachi, and comprised diagnosed diabetic patients with random blood sugar Greater than or Equal to 200mg/dl in group A, and healthy non-diabetic subjects in group B. Ankle brachial pressure index was measured and mean luminal diameters of lower limb arteries were compared using colour Doppler ultrasonography. Data was analysed using SPSS 21.
Results:Of the 82 subjects, 41(50%) were in each of the 2 groups. The sample had 42(51.2%) males and 30(48.8%) females with overall mean age of 53.9±5.07 years (range 44-60 years). There was significant difference in the ankle brachial pressure index values between the groups (p=0.004). There was also a significant difference in the mean luminal diameters of distal arteries (p=0.001), while there was no significant difference in proximal arteries (p>0.05).
Conclusion: The diabetics were more prone to developing peripheral arterial disease than nondiabetics.
Key Words: Blood Glucose, Ankle, Arteries, Ultrasonography, Angiopathies.