bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
University Students' Satisfaction and Evaluations of Distance Education for General Elective (GE) Subjects in a Korean University
Authors: Chung Ik-Soon , Choi Hyun-Cheol 
Published: September 2023

Globally, distance education has become one of the most popular trends in higher education after COVID-19. However, there is still a lack of research on how distance education can be applied to diverse higher education. This research focuses on General Elective (GE) subjects at a Korean university. Furthermore, this research focuses on Korean university students' evaluation of distance education. This research implemented a mixed method, including surveys (n=184) and interviews (n=4). Study results showed that distance online education for GE courses provided a flexible learning environment for students. In addition, Korean university students were highly satisfied with distance online education and were willing to take these GE courses. Korean university students further evaluated distance education as an effective way of providing GE subjects. However, the interview analysis showed some challenges of distance education. For example, a lack of real-time interaction between university instructors and students was one of the challenges. Also, a few students had difficulty completing online tasks when the course instructor did not provide regular announcements about assignment due dates. Finally, several implications are discussed for effectively implementing asynchronous online education for GE subjects in higher education.

Received: 13 April 2023 / Accepted: 15 July 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Rural Entrepreneurship and Its Financing: A Theoretical Review
Authors: Fernández Gabith Miriam Quispe , Giner-Pérez José Miguel , Nina Víctor Dante Ayaviri 
Published: September 2023

One of the factors for the development of rural environments is entrepreneurship in the communities. The research identifies the theoretical aspects that are developed around entrepreneurship and entrepreneurs in the rural context, and the importance of financing in rural environments based on the literature review. The study incorporates the descriptive deductive method of documentary type, based on data from articles published in Scopus and WoS, obtaining a total of 25 documents related to entrepreneurship and its financing. The results show that financing is restricted by employing credits oriented to the rural area and mainly if it is a woman, which probably harms rural entrepreneurship so that financial institutions of popular and solidarity economy can become important sources of financing for entrepreneurship in rural environments. In general, financing for rural entrepreneurship is scarce, or they lack mechanisms and channels that allow bringing the entrepreneur closer to sources of financing. Studies have been carried out on rural enterprises and, therefore, a theory is being developed that takes into account the gender approach.

Received: 24 June 2023 / Accepted: 29 July 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Academic Process in Higher Medical Institutions: Optimal Model of Organisation and Methodology of Teaching under Quarantine Conditions
Authors: Zoia Sharlovych , Raisa Aringazina , Нalyna Stepanova , Angela Kupriyanenko , Olena Kravchenko 
Published: September 2023

This research aims to establish the peculiarities of the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on the academic process in higher medical institutions and to develop an optimal model of organization and methodology of teaching under quarantine conditions for the students who studied in the speciality “Nursing”. To achieve this objective, the comparison method was used, which enabled us to develop teaching principles for medical students under distance learning conditions. The model of teaching was based on diagnosing students’ psychological state (fears, burnout, lack of motivation), mastering a system of theoretical medical knowledge (learning human morphology and anatomy, human diseases, human disease prevention, specificity of pharmaceuticals), ensuring practical sessions (practical diagnosis of anatomy, virtual human technology-assisted training), applying project technology (development of creative skills). The results of a sociological survey showed that the majority of students confirm the effectiveness of the system of teaching theoretical medical knowledge based on the use of the Skyscape application. The assessment of the effectiveness of medical students' education showed that 57.0% of students with an average score of 0.91 and 53.0% of students with an average score of 0.93 received high practical and theoretical knowledge, respectively.

Received: 28 May 2023 / Accepted: 23 August 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
English Language Proficiency as a Predictor of Saudi Undergraduates’ Mathematics Scores
Authors: Al-Amri Haifa , Awaji Bakri 
Published: September 2023

Since English has become the medium of instruction in most departments in Saudi universities, English language proficiency has become a critical factor in determining academic success. To examine this relationship, the study investigated the correlation between Saudi undergraduates’ English language proficiency and their achievement in mathematics. It also aimed to examine the moderating role of gender in this correlation. To this end, the study analysed the scores for mathematics and English of 160 Saudi undergraduate students (27 male, 133 female), enrolled in the Preparatory Year Program at Bisha University. The results show a statistically significant correlation between English language proficiency and mathematics scores, with no significant moderating influence of gender. Based on these findings, the study draws some implications for enhancing Saudi undergraduate students’ mathematics competence and performance in mathematics tests.

Received: 24 June 2023 / Accepted: 24 August 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Significance of Motivation on Employee Optimal Performance: A Study of Amendu Manufacturing Industry in Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Authors: Jam-Jam Sinekaya , Mbukanma Ifeanyi 
Published: September 2023

The objective of this study was to investigate the significance of motivation on employee optimal performance in Amendu manufacturing industry in Eastern Cape, South Africa. To achieve this objective, quantitative research method was employed to test the hypothesized model formulated in the study. Inferential analysis was conducted using SmartPLS, while structural equation modeling was used to test and evaluate multivariate causal relationships among the variables. The empirical findings revealed that after testing the formulated model, it was ascertained that there is a significant positive impact of financial motivation, which include salary increase, cash allowance, bonus, retirement benefit on employee’s optimal performance. Similarly, non-financial motivations such as position promotion, award for recognition, training and development, involvement in decision making, were also ascertained to have significant positive impact on employee’s optimal performance in Amendu manufacturing industry. Previous literature was also found to have an agreement that many employees agreed award of recognition can stimulates employees to perform optimally in their job deliverables. It was recommended that organisations such as Amendu manufacturing industry should employ both financial and non- financial motivations to enhance employee optimal performance.

Received: 10 April 2023 / Accepted: 13 July 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Impact of ICT-Driven Teacher Professional Development for the Enhancement of Classroom Practices in South Africa: A Systematic Review of Literature
Authors: Ajani Oluwatoyin Ayodele , Govender Samantha 
Published: September 2023

Education is critical to the development of any country. The quality of education depends on the quality of teachers in the education system. Studies affirm that the initial teacher education that teachers enter the teaching profession with, is not enough to sustain the education system. Hence, there is a need for continuing life-long learning for teachers to keep abreast of their profession. Seemingly, teachers play a significant role in the integration of ICT into teaching and learning. Therefore, adequate and regular professional development of teachers is paramount to the use of learning technologies in classrooms. This study employed a systematic review of the literature to explore the impact of teachers' exposure to ICT through professional development activities on teaching and learning success. The TPACK framework was adopted as an underpinning lens to understand the phenomenon. The study affirms that the professional development of teachers should be situated within ICT pedagogical and content-related content to capacitate teachers' ICT knowledge and skills. Hence, teachers' ICT knowledge enhances classroom instructional delivery, using various learning technologies in teaching and learning. The study recommends adequate and regular capacity building for teachers with ICT training, while teachers should be supported with ICT gadgets and resources. Follow-up should be designed to ensure teachers’ adoption and use of ICT for teaching and learning in South African schools, to familiarise their learners with various learning technologies, and to enhance their academic performances.

Received: 17 April 2023 / Accepted: 29 July 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Sources of Social Pressures Affecting the Administrative Decision-Making Process of the Jordanian Sports Federations for Self-Defense Sports
Authors: Al-Awdat Jebril , Al-Oran Hassan , Al-Zyoud Khaled , Malkia Youssef , Al-Luwama Hussein 
Published: September 2023

This study examines the sources of social pressures influencing the administrative decision-making process of Jordanian sports federations for self-defense sports. The study's objectives are to identify these sources and determine if there are statistically significant differences in their impact based on the type of game. The researchers used a descriptive survey method, with a sample of 43 individuals from Jordanian self-defense sports federations boards. A questionnaire was developed to measure the sources of social pressures, consisting of 32 items. The results indicate that the level of pressure sources was intermediate overall, with some items ranking higher or lower in importance. The study also found variations in the sources of pressure based on the type of game, with kickboxing showing greater significance than karate. These findings shed light on the social pressures affecting administrative decision-making in Jordanian sports federations and provide insights for better understanding and managing these influences in the future.

Received: 28 May 2023 / Accepted: 16 August 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
The Social Perception of Saudi Women’s Achievements: A Critical Discourse Analysis Study
Authors: Alshammari Alya 
Published: September 2023

Women’s empowerment has become a national mission in Saudi Arabia as their effective role in growth and development has been emphasized by the government. In order to achieve this mission, it is extremely important to reflect on how society looks at women’s participations in different sectors and how empowering women has been translated into great achievements in different domains. This qualitative study explores the Saudis' attitudes towards Saudi women's empowerment on Twitter by analysing 300 responses to ten tweets highlighting women’s achievements. The findings showed both positive and negative attitudes towards Saudi women's empowerment. Based on the data, Saudi women have been given full support in economic and political sectors whereas in sports and judiciary sectors they have been rejected by society.

Received: 24 June 2023 / Accepted: 29 July 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Bullying Toward Individuals with Mild Intellectual Disabilities in the Saudi Arabia Workplace
Authors: Almutairi Hamaed 
Published: September 2023

The purpose of this study was to examine the association between bullying in the workplace toward people with mild intellectual disabilities in Saudi Arabia and demographic factors (i.e., variables such as age, education levels, gender, years of work experience, and the employment positions of assistant supervisor, assistant manager, area manager, and co-worker). This study utilized the Workplace Psychologically Violent Behaviors tool, and multiple regression analysis. Results found a significant relation between high school and lower bullying levels among three dimensions: isolation, attack on professional status, and attack on personality. Also, the study found that 11 to 15 years of work experience was associated with high levels of bullying among three dimensions: isolation, attack on professional status, and attack on personality. The variable of age (18 to 43) was associated with a high level of bullying among three dimensions: isolation, attack on professional status, and direct negative behaviors in the workplace toward people with intellectual disabilities. In addition, findings showed that three employment positions (i.e., assistant manager, area manager, and co-workers) were related to bullying against workers with intellectual disabilities. These findings prompt the recommendation that human resources personnel pay attention to work policies on bullying prevention, and that every workplace hire specialists to assist companies in supporting workers with disabilities.

Received: 5 July 2023 / Accepted: 23 August 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Scientific Method-Based Pedagogical Competence Reflection for Improving Teacher Professionalism
Authors: Haenilah Een Yayah , Ridwan  , Hariri Hasan 
Published: September 2023

This study investigated the effect of scientific method-based pedagogical competence reflection (SMBPCR) to improve teacher professionalism in Bandar Lampung schools, in Indonesia. This study used a quasi-experiment with pretest-posttest experimental designs on three groups of teachers carried out over six months. Purposive sampling was used to recruit 18 teachers as samples with three criteria: Bachelor of Education degree in Primary Teacher Education, primary classroom teachers, and three groups of teaching experiences. Data were analyzed using the nonparametric test with two related samples. Results showed that there is an average increase from 2.49 to 3.54 statistically therefore the SMBPCR could improve teacher professionalism significantly.

Received: 5 July 2023 / Accepted: 24 August 2023 / Published: 5 September 2023
Intensive Care Management of Eclampsia with HELLP Syndrome: A Case Report
Authors: Kahar Liliriawati Ananta , Wiwi Monika Sari  , Mentari Faisal Putri  
Published: September 2023

Background: The incidence of HELLP syndrome is approximately 0.1-1% of all pregnant women and 5.5% of patients admitted to the ICU. Hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and thrombocytopenia are the characteristics of HELLP syndrome.
Case Presentation: A 38-year-old patient with diagnosed G4P3A0L3 31-32 weeks of preterm pregnancy + eclampsia on MgSO4 regimen, HELLP syndrome + twice previous Sectio cesarean + breech presentation. On physical examination, the general condition was blood pressure 199/103 mmHg. The results of laboratory tests post-op were hemoglobin 7,1 g/dL, leukocytes 15.930, hematocrit 24%, and platelets 38,000. The results of other laboratory tests showed decreased albumin levels (Alb 2,4), increased levels of total bilirubin 14,7, direct bilirubin 10,8 and indirect bilirubin 3,9, increased liver enzyme SGOT 2001 SGPT 513.
Conclusion: HELLP syndrome is a threatening clinical problem. Appropriate and adequate management, especially in the Intensive care unit, is needed to prevent severe complications to reduce morbidity and mortality rates in patients with HELLP syndrome.
Relation between Chronic Rhinosinusitis and Gastroesophageal Reflux in Adults: A Systematic Review
Authors: Kiantimi Ni Putu Omasih , Komang Sarizki Armidita  , I Nyoman Satria Pratama  , Made Rara Rusmala Dewi M  , A.A Sagung Dewi Nurgitayanti  
Published: September 2023

Background: It is not entirely apparent how chronic rhinosinusitis (also known as CRS) develops. Since the 1970s, medical professionals have debated whether or not gastroesophageal reflux (GOR) could be a factor in the development of certain patients' conditions. The purpose of this research is to the relation between chronic rhinosinusitis and gastroesophageal reflux in adults.
Methods: By evaluating the preferred reporting items for systematic review and meta-analysis (PRISMA) 2020 standards, this study demonstrated that it met all of the requirements. This enabled the researchers to ensure that the study was as up to date as feasible. Publications published between 2000 and 2023 were included in the search strategy, which included a variety of electronic reference databases (including Pubmed and SagePub). We did not consider review papers, duplicate publications, or half completed articles.
Results: In the PubMed database, the results of our search brought up 133 articles, whereas the results of our search on SagePub brought up 69 articles. The results of the search conducted for the last year of 2000 yielded a total of 20 articles for PubMed and 8 articles for SagePub. In the end, we compiled a total of 21 papers, six of which came from PubMed and three of which came from SagePub. We included nine research that met the criteria.
Conclusion: According to the findings of most studies, the number of cases of CRS seen in patients with GERD is around two to three times higher than that seen in the general patient group.
Penerapan PENERAPAN PEMBELAJARAN DIRECT LEARNING UNTUK OPTIMALISASI AKTIVITAS BELAJAR MAHASISWA
Authors: Suryani Novi ade 
Published: September 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui peningkatan aktivitas belajar mahasiswa dengan menerapkan pembelajaran direct learning pada mata kuliah Analisis Kualitas Lingkungan. Pembelajaran direct learning ini dipilih berdasarkan hasil observasi ditemukan beberapa permasalahan dalam proses belajar mengajar. Beberapa permasalahan yang terindentifikasi diantaranya adalah 1) kemampuan mahasiswa dalam menjawab pertanyaan yang diajukan dalam perkuliahan masih rendah, hal ini terlihat dari hasil ujian maupun tugas yang diberikan kepada mahasiswa. 2) mahasiswa belum mampu menumbuhkan sikap percaya diri dalam menjawab pertanyaan secara langsung yang diberikan oleh dosen kepada mahasiswa. 3) mahasiswa belum mampu untuk mengaitkan atau menganalisis materi kuliah dengan konsep sehati-sehari. 4) mahasiswa terlihat kurang antusias dalam melakukan perkuliahan analisis kualitas lingkungan. Penelitian ini merupakan Penelitian Tindakan Kelas kelas (Classroom Action Research) yang dilakukan dengan tiga siklus. Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa STIKES Tri Mandiri Sakti Bengkulu semester V tahun akademik 2022/2023 dengan jumlah 40 orang. Dari hasil penelitian diperoleh persentase rata-rata siklus I sebesar 59,16%; siklus II 70% dan siklus III 81,25% sehingga dapat disimpulakan terjadi peningkatan aktivitas mahasiswa dengan menggunakan model pembelajaran direct learning.
Dampak Toxic Game Terhadap Trash Talking Remaja
Authors: Putri Firdaus , Trixie Sonia Hakim  , Carenin Coshilia Firmanda  , Irsanti Joenitasari Bercha Akbar  , Devita Srihandayani  , Eppy Setiyowati  
Published: September 2023

Pendahuuan: Suatu ruang komunkasi game online dapat berupa chatting (ketikan langsung) atau voice note yang berupa rekaman suara, yang keduanya umumnya tidak ada peraturan atau hukum penggunaan. Seiring waktu chatting serta voice note pada game online menjadi ruang terbuka terjadinya pelontaran kata tidak sopan dan kasar. Tujuan: mengetahui dampak atau efek apa saja dari toxic game pada trash talking pada remaja serta pengendalian trash talking pada diri seorang remaja. Metode: Penelitian ini didesain kualitatif mengacu pada data yang dikumpulkan melalui wawancara pribadi mendalam dengan responden. Hasil dan Pembahasan: Kecanduan terhadap game online juga berperan dalam penurunan kualitas moral yang disebabkan oleh remaja yang terlalu menghabiskan sangat banyak kesehariannya untuk menghadap layer gadget untuk bermain game online. Lalu pengaruh luar telah berhasil membaur dengan konsep diri individu maka akan ambil peran dalam kehidupannya dan menjadi sebuah perilaku. Pengulangan trash talking yang diterima player game akan membentuk sebuah sugesti dalam diri hingga membentuk perilaku yang sudah dibiasakan pada sifatnya. Minimnya dari control diri seseorang menjadi factor yang paling mendukung dalam terjadinya kecanduan game online terjadi hingga terbiasa trash talking. Oleh karena itu perlu adanya dukungan pula dari orang sekitar untuk mengendalikan perilaku negative remaja akibat game online. Kesimpulan: Terbebasnya ruang komunikasi dalam game online memberikan dampak yang signifikan terhadap perilaku trash talking pada remaja.
Kata Kunci: Game toxic, game online, trash talking, perilaku, dampak, remaja.
Pendapat Mahasiswa Inbound Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa Terhadap Pertukaran Mahasiswa Merdeka
Authors: Monalisa Martha Siahaan  , Yuli Pambreni Br. Sipayung  , Christiani Mariana Simanullang  , Romayana Gloria Silitonga  , Elvi S Siburian  
Published: September 2023

Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pendapat mahasiswa inbound di Untirta terhadap kegiatan Pertukaran Mahasiswa Merdeka. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah survei online dengan mengirimkan kuesioner kepada 100 mahasiswa inbound di Untirta yang terlibat dalam program PMM. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa mayoritas responden merasa program PMM memberikan manfaat yang besar dalam meningkatkan pemahaman mereka tentang budaya, bahasa, dan sistem pendidikan Indonesia. Selain itu, kebanyakan mahasiswa inbound juga menyatakan bahwa mereka merasa diterima dan diintegrasikan dengan baik dalam lingkungan akademik dan sosial di Untirta. Namun, sejumlah responden mengungkapkan kebutuhan untuk memperbaiki fasilitas dan layanan di kampus, seperti perbaikan sarana dan prasarana, serta dukungan yang lebih aktif dari pihak kampus dan pemerintah.
Kesimpulannya, program Pertukaran Mahasiswa Merdeka di Untirta memberikan manfaat yang positif bagi mahasiswa inbound, terutama dalam hal meningkatkan pemahaman tentang budaya dan sistem pendidikan Indonesia serta integrasi sosial di lingkungan kampus. Namun, perlu adanya perbaikan fasilitas dan dukungan yang lebih aktif dari pihak kampus dan pemerintah untuk membuat program ini lebih efektif dan memberikan pengalaman yang lebih baik bagi mahasiswa inbound PMM 2.