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THE MEDIATING EFFECT OF WORK COMMITMENT ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FAMILY RELATIONS AND MARITAL SATISFACTION OF SOCIAL WORKERS
Authors: Robles Eufemia L. , Sarcon Leigh J. 
Published: July 2023

The purpose of this study was to determine the mediating effect of work commitment on the relationship between family relations and marital satisfaction of married social workers. Utilizing quantitative, non-experimental design via correlational technique, and mediation analysis data were obtained from 300 married social workers under Region XI. The researcher utilized a stratified sampling technique in selecting the study participants and survey mode of data collection through standardized questionnaires. The researcher also utilized the statistical tools mean, Pearson r and Med-graph using Sobel z-test to analyse data gathered. From the results of the study, it was found out that for work commitment and family relations obtained a very high and while marital satisfaction of married social workers got a high level. Also, results revealed that significant relationships exist between family relations and work commitment, between work commitment and marital satisfaction and between family relations and marital satisfaction of married social workers. Further, it was revealed that work commitment partially mediates the relationship between family relations and marital satisfaction of married social workers.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0041/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
STRATEGIC RESOURCES, ORGANIZATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE OF SUGAR MANUFACTURING FIRMS IN WESTERN KENYA
Authors: Odundo Victorina , Mung’ara Maria W. 
Published: July 2023

Strategy implementation and its influence on organizational performance are becoming an issue of concern for all organizations and as a result, there is a need for effective strategy implementation dealings with organizational structures, resources, culture, leadership, communication and operations required to ensure that organizations perform efficiently and effectively to achieve its set long term goals. The objectives of this study were to examine the influence of strategic resources on organizational performance of sugar firms in western Kenya and to establish the influence of organizational environment on the relationship between strategic resources and organizational performance of sugar firms in western Kenya. The study was guided by resource-based theory, contingency theory, agency theory and trait theory. Positivism research philosophy guided the study. A descriptive research design was adopted. The target population was 125 respondents who are senior employees of sugar manufacturing firms in western Kenya. Simple random sampling was used to choose respondents. Primary data was obtained by the use of questionnaires. Expert analysis and factor analysis were used to assess Validity. Descriptive statistics included mean, standard deviation and variance. Inferential statistics consisted of correlation analysis and multiple linear regression analysis. Results show a Beta coefficient of 0.164, and a p-value of 0.005. The results of this study show that strategic resources have a positive and significant influence on organizational performance of sugar manufacturing firms in Kenya. The sugar manufacturing firms should have adequate machines and equipment, and the tools and equipment should be in line with technological advancements to ensure strategy implementation. The results of the study will be a source of information for investors as they make decisions of investing in the sugar industry. The results of this study may assist policymakers to identify loopholes that still exist in internal controls instituted by the government.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0007/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
EXPECTATION FROM PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS CLASSES: A SCALE DEVELOPMENT
Authors: Ocak Gürbüz , Yaylalı Semra , Avcı Necmettin , Olur Burak 
Published: July 2023

The aim of this study is to develop a five-point Likert scale called ‘Expectation from Physical Education and Sports Classes’. A draft scale that includes 80 items has been given to 110 students studying at Gazipaşa Secondary School in the Şuhut district of Afyonkarahisar province, Türkiye. The principal component analysis has been employed in factor analysis of the scale to examine the structural validity. As a result of the analysis 26 items have been excluded and remaining 24 items have been grouped under 5 factors. The total explained variance is 49,621. The Cronbach’s Alpha value is .875 which indicates the internal consistency of the scale. Furthermore, item-total and item-remaining correlations are significant.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0201/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
A LONGITUDINAL ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY LEVELS AND PREDICTORS IN GREEK OLDER ADULTS: THE SURVEY ON HEALTH, AGEING AND RETIREMENT IN EUROPE
Authors: Theodoropoulou Eleni 
Published: July 2023

Studies have indicated that participation in physical activity (PA) enhances health and reduces mortality rates. The current study investigated longitudinal PA levels in Greek older individuals, analyzing data of the Survey on Health, Ageing and Retirement in Europe (SHARE). In addition, predictors of the PA levels in 2020 were examined including the PA measures in 2017 and various variables. The SHARE is a cross-national database of non-institutionalized older population from 28 European countries. The current study analyzed the Greek sample of SHARE’s waves 7 and 8. In particular, 1767 individuals, 748 men and 1.019 women (69.40 ± 9.56 years) filled in the PA questions in both studies. To identify differences over time and PA predictors, Wilcoxon tests and Multinomial regression analyses were conducted respectively, due to the categorical form of the PA variables. Significant decreases were found between the vigorous PA measures in 2017 and 2020 (z = -2.80, p &lt; 0.05), as well as between the moderate PA assessments in 2017 and 2020 (z = -4.88, p &lt; 0.01). Young age, low alcohol consumption, few chronic diseases and activities’ limitations, low depression, as well as positive feelings and satisfaction with life and high levels of longitudinal PA, life expectancy and participation in sport and social clubs were significant predictors of high PA levels. Therefore, to enhance PA levels, interventions promoting active and healthy aging, positive feelings, life satisfaction and social activities should be adopted.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0021/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
CURRENT SITUATION OF IMPLEMENTATION AND SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE THE LAW ON EMPLOYMENT OF FEMALE WORKERS IN VIETNAM
Authors: Anh Pham Van 
Published: July 2023

Vietnam is one of the countries with advanced female labor policies in the region as well as in the world. The Labor Code 2019 has 1 chapter with 11 separate articles stipulating policies for female employees such as employer responsibilities, regimes of maternity, sickness, employment, and gender equality. The Employment Law (2013) also details employment and policies related to employment for employees in general and female employees in particular. In recent years, the government and organizations have introduced many policies and measures to promote employment law enforcement for female workers in Viet Nam. However, the enforcement of employment laws for female workers in Vietnam still has many shortcomings such as the scarcity of resources and skills for education and training programs, the lack of pressure on enterprises that do not comply with policies to protect the rights of female workers. Therefore, it is necessary to improve the law to increase the ability to implement policies to support and enhance the rights of female workers. This article discusses the current situation of law enforcement and employment of female workers in Vietnam in a number of aspects and offers solutions to improve the law to promote the implementation of this content in practice.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0071/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
TRADITIONAL CULTURAL VALUES NEEDED EDUCATION FOR VIETNAM STUDENTS IN THE COURSE PERIOD
Authors: Thuy Duong Thi Bich 
Published: July 2023

The article analyzes the fundamental traditional cultural values that need to be educated for Vietnamese students today, that is, the patriotic tradition; the tradition of community solidarity; the practice of kindness and tolerance; the intellectual tradition of “respecting the teacher and respecting the religion”. On that basis, the article affirms the necessity and proposes some basic orientations to promote the education of traditional cultural values for students in Vietnam today.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0021/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
AN INVESTIGATION OF EFFECT OF COMMUNICATION SKILLS OF CHILDREN WITH DOWN SYNDROME ON NEEDS, ANXIETY AND SOCIAL SUPPORT LEVELS OF THEIR MOTHERS
Authors: Akmeşe Pelin Piştav , Uğurlu Necla Işıkdoğan , Kayhan Nilay 
Published: July 2023

This study aims to investigate the effect of communication skills of children with Down Syndrome on their mother’s perceptions of needs, anxiety, and social support. The quantitative research method was used in the study, which was performed in the descriptive survey model. 71 mothers who have children between 4-16 years of age, diagnosed with Down Syndrome participated. The research data were collected using Communication Function Classification System (CFCS), Family Needs Survey (FNS), Questionnaire on Resources and Stress for Families with Chronically or Handicapped Members (QRS), and Social Support Scale (SSS). There was a positive significant relationship between CFCS and financial needs and QRS 2 and there was a negative significant relationship with social support. A negative significant relationship was found between QRS 3 and social support.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0031/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
DECOLONISING GHANAIAN PARLIAMENTARY DRESS CODE
Authors: Essel Osuanyi Quaicoo , Navei Nyamawero , Donkor Samuel 
Published: July 2023

Dress fashion has sociocultural, economic and political expressions. In the political purview, dress fashion remains a viable catalyst capable of provoking dialogue for democratic action as people could proclaim their allegiance to a group or country through their dress fashion. In Ghana, there have been several attempts to decolonise the dress fashion culture. This study sought to deepen the advocacy dialogue through analysis of Facebook reactions to Right Honourable Alban Sumana Bagbin’s adornment of indigenous Ghanaian royal dress regalia for parliamentary business and his clarion call on the floor of Ghana’s parliament on January 25, 2022, on the need to decolonise Ghanaian parliamentary dress code. Through the adoption of a mixed approach situated within the convergent parallel research design, censused Facebook reactions of Ghanaians regarding Speaker Bagbin’s clarion call were examined. Sentiment analysis was used as the data analysis tool. The study revealed Ghanaians' overwhelming endorsement and commendation for Speaker Bagbin’s adornment of indigenous Ghanaian royal dress fashion for parliamentary business. The study concluded that Ghanaians are clamouring for parliamentary dress code decolonisation as part of the pragmatic steps to revamp the sickening textile and fashion industry to deal with increasing fashion needs of the people. To ensure exemplary leadership of wearing made in Ghana by the legislature, executive and other arms of government to push the decolonisation agenda beyond mere rhetoric of wear Ghana, is to make the practice statutory. In that regard, Ghana’s parliament must make laws to make what the executive, legislature and judicial wear in discharge of the duties in the public sphere statutory to contribute to developing the textiles and fashion industry for job creation, preservation of cultural values and national identity.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0015/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
TRADE LIBERALIZATION AND DOMESTIC PRIVATE INVESTMENT IN NIGERIA
Authors: George-Anokwuru Chioma Chidinma 
Published: July 2023

<p>This paper examined the effect of trade liberalization on domestic private investment in Nigeria from 1981 to 2020. To achieve this objective, secondary data on domestic private investment, trade openness, exchange rate and interest rate were sourced from the statistical bulletin of Nigeria’s apex bank. The Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) technique was used as the main analytical tool. The ARDL Bounds test revealed the existence of long-run association among the variables. The results revealed that trade openness and exchange rate have positive and insignificant relationship with domestic private investment both in the long and short runs. At the same time, interest rate has a negative relationship with domestic private investment both in the long and short runs. Therefore, it was concluded that there is no significant relationship between trade openness, exchange rate, interest rate and domestic private investment in Nigeria during the period of study. Based on the findings, the study recommended that government should formulate trade policies that will encourage the growth of domestic private investment in Nigeria. To achieve this, the government should ensure consistency in trade policies and at the same time strengthen the existing policies to build investors’ confidence. Also, the government should make available an investment-friendly environment, as well as monitor real sector operators to ensure that foreign exchange allocations are not diverted. Government should increase capital investment in education, housing, transportation, agriculture, health, power, road construction, and national defense, among others that will help the various sectors of the economy to function very well thereby making the business environment friendly to enhance the growth and development of the country.</p><p> </p><p><strong>JEL</strong>: D01; E20; G10</p><p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0031/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
SOCIO-DEMOGRAPHIC CHARACTERISTICS OF INCARCERATED MALE ADULTS WITH ADHD IN SELECTED PRISONS IN KENYA
Authors: Waruinge Njoki , Ayuya Caroline , Tuikong Sylvia 
Published: July 2023

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder characterized by difficulties in behaviour control. This study aimed to explore the socio-demographic characteristics of incarcerated male adults with ADHD in selected prisons in Kenya. A mixed methods approach was employed, combining quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis. The target population consisted of incarcerated male adults aged 18 to 65 years. The study revealed important insights into the profile of these individuals. The majority of respondents fell within the age range of 20 to 50 years, indicating a prevalence of ADHD among individuals in their prime adulthood. Common previous occupations included agriculture, transport-related, and casual jobs. Marital status analysis showed a significant number of married respondents, highlighting family responsibilities among incarcerated male adults with ADHD. In terms of education, the majority had levels below college, with primary and secondary education being the most common backgrounds. First-borns had the highest representation, and many respondents came from large families with four or more children. Mothers were reported as the most common parent during the respondents' childhood. Regarding income levels, the majority had low-income levels, reflecting socioeconomic challenges faced by incarcerated male adults with ADHD and their limited financial resources. These findings provide a comprehensive understanding of the socio-demographic characteristics of incarcerated male adults with ADHD in Kenya. The insights gained from this study may inform targeted interventions and support services within the prison system to address the specific needs of this population.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0071/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
THE LANGUAGE OF TRADITIONAL COMMUNICATION CHANGES TO ADAPT TO PUBLIC DEMAND IN THE NEW AGE
Authors: Huyen Le Thi Minh 
Published: July 2023

The 4.0 technology revolution has had a strong influence on mass communication in general and traditional communication in particular. The change in communication causes the communication method of the communicator to change, which means that traditional communication must have a change in the communication language to adapt to the needs and ability to attract the public. This transformation is being clearly shown from the perspective of print communication and broadcast communication.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0051/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
ANALYSIS OF TOMATO FARMER INCOME INCREASING STRATEGIES IN KARO DISTRICT, INDONESIA
Authors: Safira Haniva , Iskandarini I. , Ayu Sri Fajar 
Published: July 2023

The income of tomato farmers in Karo Regency has decreased due to internal and external factors in tomato farming. This study aims to identify internal factors consisting of the strengths and weaknesses of tomato farmers in Karo Regency and external factors that can be used as opportunities and threats for tomato farmers in Karo Regency, so as to formulate appropriate strategies to increase the income of tomato farmers in Karo Regency. The research method uses SWOT analysis and QSPM to analyze strategies to increase the income of tomato farmers in Karo Regency. The results show that the internal factors that become strengths in increasing the income of tomato farmers are having regular customers, extensive cultivation land, available human resources, experienced farmers, fertile land and for weaknesses in internal factors, namely low-educated workforce, the practice of seeds counterfeit, low technological adaptation, limited capital, lack of initiative in seeking market information, using simple equipment. Factors that become opportunities in increasing the income of tomato farmers are increased demand for tomatoes, product diversification, support from extension agents and agricultural services, broad consumers from all segments, favorable natural conditions. Some others include declining tomatoes, pest and disease attacks and unstable seasonal changes. Alternative strategies in increasing the income of tomato farmers in Karo Regency are adding business to farmer households, optimizing existing potential, providing training, improving the quality of human resources, increasing production, increasing post-harvest processing, reducing production costs, supporting ICT (Information and Communication Technology) growth, provide capital loans, and maintain the quality of tomatoes.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0041/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
Secuencias didácticas aplicadas en la enseñanza de la lógica
Authors: Costa Patricia Silvana Peratto 
Published: July 2023

Estudiamos el uso de secuencias didacticas en un curso de lógica de un Profesorado de Informática. Los temas a tratar en el curso son lenguajes y sistemas formales, conjuntos inductivos, principio de inducción primitiva, funciones primitivas recursivas, lógica proposicional y de predicados de primer orden. Se secuencian los temas a estudiar introduciendo al final de una clase el tema a estudiar en la próxima, al principio de una clase el tema estudiado en la clase anterior y en el medio se desarrolla el tema de la clase que corresponda (cierre de clase anterior). No solo se relaciona una clase con la anterior y la siguiente sino que se relacionan temas estudiados en clases anteriores con temas estudiados en clases posteriores. Hay temas que son particularmente adecuados para relacionarlos en clases sucesivas como ser conjuntos inductivos, con principio de inducción primitiva y funciones recursivas primitivas. Conjuntos inductivos y principio de inducción primitiva son utilizados posteriormente cuando se introduce el conjunto de proposiciones en lógica proposicional y en logica de predicados cuando se definen los conjuntos de términos y fórmulas. Vemos en lógica proposicional: sintaxis, semántica y deducción natural. Estos temas comparten el uso de conectivos y se presentan en forma secuencial. De igual modo se presenta la lógica de predicados.
PENGARUH KINERJA PEGAWAI DALAM MENINGKATKAN PELAYANAN PADA KANTOR KECAMATAN PANAKUKANG KOTA MAKASSAR
Authors: Rendy Rendy , Rahman  , Hasran  , Nuddin  
Published: July 2023

Penelitian ini adalah bertujuan menganalisis pengaruh kualitas pelayanan pegawai terhadap peningkatan pelayanan pada Kantor Kecamatan Panakkukang.Adapun Tipe penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah tipe kuantitatif; yaitu penelitian yang melihat pengaruh kinerja pegawai terhadap peningkatan layanan di kantor kecamatan Panakukkang kota Makassar. Teknik pengumpulan Data yang digunakan Dalam penelitian ini adalah Kuesioner, Observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi.
Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Berdasarkan hasil uji t (uji parsial) menunjukkan bahwa kuantitas berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap peningkatan pelayanan pada kantor Kecamatan Panakkukang Kota Makassar. Berdasarkan hasil uji t (uji parsial) menunjukkan bahwa kualitas pelayanan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap peningkatan pelayanan pada kantor Kecamatan Panakkukang Kota Makassar. Berdasarkan hasil uji t (uji parsial) menunjukkan bahwa ketetapan waktu berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap peningkatan pelayanan pada kantor Kecamatan Panakkukang Kota Makassar.
MUHAMMADIYAH SEBAGAI GERAKAN FILANTROPI; PEMAKNAAN SURAH AL MAUN
Authors: Mubhar Muhammad Zulkarnain , Fahmi Zul 
Published: July 2023

Islam, agama yang memberikan perhatian penuh terhadap dunia filantropi–mencakup keempat unsur yang di kemukakan oleh Thomas H. Jeavous– , mulai dari tingkat sukarela hingga rela atau ke tingkat yang bersifat wajib. Makna utama di balik konsep filantropi tersebut adalah segala bentuk kebaikan yang diberikan kepada orang lain secara sukarela seperti halnya ibadah infak dan sedekah. Adapun zakat, merupakan kewajiban lain bagi setiap muslim untuk dikeluarkan dan diberikan kepada yang berhak menerimanya setelah melewati persyaratan tertentu. Tantangan terbesar yang dihadapi Muhammadiyah dalam mengamalkan ajaran Al-Maun adalah munculnya era globalisasi yang tentunya membawa banyak perubahan dalam kehidupan sosial masyarakat, khususnya di Indonesia. Contoh dampak perubahan sistem pendidikan yang dibawa oleh aliran Muhammad sangat jelas terlihat dari sistem pendidikan sebelum adanya organisasi Muhammad dan sistem pendidikan setelah adanya organisasi Muhammadiyah