Specialusis Ugdymas

Mics on mute: Speaking Anxiety among Prospective Special Education Teachers

2023-01-05

The pandemic caused schools to close and students to stay at home in different countries around the globe. Due to the above-mentioned information, educational institutions opted to shift from traditional face-to-face classes to virtual classrooms. Thus, this study aims to determine the factors that trigger prospective special education teachers’ speaking anxiety in the virtual classroom and the prospective special education teachers’ coping mechanism with speaking anxiety inside the virtual classroom. Moreover, this study used a qualitative-descriptive design and then utilized a semi-structured interview. The respondents were chosen via purposive sampling. The total number of respondents is twenty (20) and they are all prospective special education teachers. Their ages ranged from 20 to 22 years old. It was revealed in the study that the factors that trigger prospective special education teachers’ speaking anxiety are the following: classmate factor, teacher factor, internal factor, learning environment factor, connectivity issues, low self-esteem, overthinking, pressure, being afraid of disappointments, not being a good speaker, and technological factor. On the other hand, these are the revealed coping mechanisms: talking to yourself, cutting explanations short, preparing a script before the class, staying focused, reading ahead of time, and seeking motivation.

Prospective Language Teachers’ Beliefs and Attitudes towards the Inclusion of Special Learners in Regular Classrooms

2023-01-05

This study investigated the various beliefs and attitudes of prospective language teachers towards inclusive education, limited only to the context of Filipino prospective language teachers, majoring in English and Filipino languages. The target population consisted of 10 prospective teachers, of whom all had at least introductory knowledge of inclusive education. The data gathered was elicited through semi-structured interviews and was analyzed through thematic analysis. From the data, results show that the prospective teachers had pro-inclusive beliefs and attitudes, where the most common emerging theme was that the prospective teachers had a great sense of duty as a teacher which made them support inclusivity as education is for all and it is a teacher's job to provide that education. This study provides insights into how currenteducators in trainingsee inclusion and may contribute to the literature on inclusive education within the country.

Management of East Lampung Salafiyah

2023-01-14

Boarding schools have a kiyai as a top leader, in order to be able to deliver quality students in continue the relay of struggle and adhere to the teachings of salafiyah, the Islamic boarding school implements the scope of management. This study aims to find and describe the scope of santri management, asatidz, curriculum and management or administration at the Salafiyah Islamic Boarding School.

The researcher uses a qualitative approach to the type of case study research. The research sites were in the Salafiyah Islamic Boarding School Darussalamah Way Jepara and the Assya'roniyah Salafiyah Islamic Boarding School in Mataram Baru, East Lampung. Collecting data using interview techniques, observation, documentation with data sources kyai, asatidz, administrators and students. Data analysis with conceptual inductive steps, comparing, evaluating propositions, reconstructing and repeating until the limit of saturation. The researcher has triangulated the data (technique, source and time) for the validity of the data.

Research result; (1) Student management; able to lead the students to behave takdhim and polite behavior towards fellow students and students who are more senior, asatidz and kyai, and have knowledge in studying classical books and Islamic lessons as provisions in the life of the world and the hereafter. (2) asatidz management; Acceptance of asatidz solely ensures scientific consistency in accordance with what is taught by the caregiver/kiyai. Asatidz is considered a certain scientific figure in providing examples and motivation to learn for students. Among them is the motivation to be able to continue the struggle goals of Islamic boarding schools by developing Salafiyah Islamic Boarding Schools or establishing new Islamic Boarding Schools. (3) Curriculum management; Although the curriculum applied at the Salafiyah Islamic Boarding School is simple, it is able to be carried out well so as to produce students who understand, understand science and can be practiced in the context of Islamic life in accordance with the commands of the Qur'an and Hadith. (4) Management/administration management; implemented can be a service for students, guardians of students, asatidz, caregivers and the community and provide convenience in every business or get the information needed.

Growing the Spirit of Nationalism through Learning amid the Covid-19 Pandemic (Omicron)

Mohamad Guntoro — 2023-01-18

The spirit of regenerating Indonesian youth nationalism aims to answer the challenges and obstacles due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Indonesia's young people who are classified as productive age are the key to the sustainability of Indonesia's economic growth which must not collapse due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. As a millennial generation, young people live in an atmosphere of using technology and digitization. Maximizing technology and digitalization will support the millennial group in giving birth to a demographic bonus.

Analysis and Recommend for Organic Health Food

Gavala Mounika, B. Vijaya Kumar — 2023-01-25

The demand for organic food is rising throughout the Western world. While it is frequently claimed that customers purchase organic goods out of concern for their health, research on consumer preferences and behaviour is ambiguous as to what exactly qualifies as "healthy" for these buyers. promotes the purchase of organic goods by customers. This article explores how consumers, despite putting their own health first, negotiate and defend their purchasing patterns. The analysis is supported by study data gathered via focus groups. Three separate concepts regarding health may be discovered when customers discuss their preferences for organic goods: purity, happiness, and a holistic approach to health. The first two are familiar to us from food writing. Third, while less well- documented in terms of consumption, organic farming reflects these objectives. The goal of purchasing organic food is health. When discussing healthy eating generally and independent of any particular situation, the majority of participants considered a simply nutritional standpoint as a strong basis to endorse arguments regarding healthy eating. The results of the article may be useful for future studies on organic eating. There are applications for those who develop and manufacture organic foods.

Image Processing based Tracking and Counting Vehicles

Pendyala Jashwanth, D. Venkateshwarlu — 2023-01-25

Real-time backdrop changes are problematic, making it impossible to record the original background. It is also challenging to manage the update rate of traffic videos that detect moving autos. The project's goal is to create a moving vehicle detection technique that may be employed in situations when there is a traffic bottleneck. Both civil and military uses need the use of vehicle detection and tracking systems, such as: Vehicle tracking, vehicle counting, average vehicle speed, traffic analysis, and vehicle categorization goals are just a few of the approaches used for on-road vehicle detection. We provide a short summary of the image processing methods and analytical tools employed in this study's development of the aforementioned applications, including the creation of traffic monitoring systems. For a more thorough knowledge of the traffic system than previous assessments, we categorise the processing techniques into three groups.

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Incidence Of Irritant Contact Dermatitis Due to Hand Sanitizer Overuse and Excessive Hand Washing in Health Care Workers in NICU

Girish Nanoti, Shriya Umalkar — 2023-02-02

Aim: To prove a relationship between the development of irritant contact dermatitis and overuse of hand sanitizer and excessive handwashing in healthcare workers working in the NICU.

Methods and Materials: A direct observational study was conducted for a duration of six months between July 2022 to December 2022 including all health workers (consultants, resident doctors, and nurses) posted in the NICU, and other visitors were excluded from the study. Out of the total 42 participants. 10 were male and 32 were female. Ethical approval was taken from NKP SIMS Lata Mangeshkar hospital and the research center.

Results: 16 (38.09%) participants 10 Resident doctors, and 6 nurses developed mild symptoms (Dry skin and itching), 2 (4.76%) participants 1 Resident doctor, and 1 nurse developed moderate symptoms, 2 (4.76%) participants 1 Resident doctors, and 1 nurse developed Severe (Blisters) symptoms, and 22 (52.38) participants 8 consultants, 6 Resident doctors, and 8 nurses did not have any symptoms.

Conclusion: From this prospective cohort study, we can successfully conclude that a direct correlation is present between the excessive use of alcohol-based sanitizers and detergent-based hand soaps and the development of irritant contact dermatitis in the healthcare workers posted in the NICU.

Retinopathy of Prematurity in Tertiary Care Hospital

Pradeep Pazare, Puneet Agarwal, Roopal Khobragade — 2023-02-02

AIM: To find out the incidence of retinopathy of prematurity in neonates in a tertiary level Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Objective: Identify the risk factors for retinopathy of prematurity.

MATERIAL AND METHODS: Observational hospital-based study. After clearance from Institutional Ethics Committee, neonates who were admitted in NICU during the period of 1st October 2016 to 30th September 2018 were screened for ROP. Details of the antenatal history, perinatal risk factors, and the predisposing risk factors for the ROP were noted in the predefined proforma along with detailed treatment history. Local eye examination was done by a single specialized retinal surgeon.

Results and Observation: Of the total 115 enrolled neonates, 72 were males and 43 were female babies. 6 were ELBW, 29 were VLBW and 63 were LBW babies. 80 were preterm and 35 were term babies. The incidence of ROP was 26.96%.

Conclusion - Prematurity and low birth weight were the most significant risk factors for ROP. The other independent risk factors for ROP were oxygen therapy (90.32%), RDS (87.10%), sepsis (48.39%), and blood transfusion (25.81%).

Academic Reading in Higher Education: A Need for Reading Strategies for Students at Universities

Molotja TW, Motlhaka HA, Phokwane PP — 2023-02-08

The importance of academic reading strategies in first year university students cannot be over-emphasized. First year university students often struggle with their studies because of lack of academic reading skills. This lack of academic reading skills creates a barrier for them in accessing information in academic texts, and therefore leads to a higher failure rate. The purpose of this paper was to investigate the academic reading strategies employed by first year students registered at two rural South African universities. The investigation will assist in informing the design of material in an English module for first year students, particularly students in the Science stream. The study adopted the explorative qualitative approach were participants were purposefully sampled as they were students registered for the first year English modules in both universities. The study aimed at profiling students’ strategies used when reading through academic texts. The results of the test were analysed using the descriptive method focusing on the metacognitive strategies of reading. Findings of the study showed that metacognitive reading strategies are very important for students to access information in academic texts. The study recommends that students’ metacognitive reading skills should be developed from the high school level for them to be able to succeed with their academic reading activities.

The ‘price’ of character Naming in xitsonga: An onomastic Reading of B.k. Mtombeni’s Mibya ya nyekanyeka

Chauke OR — 2023-02-08

The study focuses on the depiction of characters and development of themes through naming in selected two Xitsonga novels, namely; Mibya ya Nyekanyeka (Mtombeni, B.K. 2008) It explores how some Xitsonga writers use character naming as a technique to depict characters and develop themes in their novels. The descriptive theory of names has been used as a theoretical framework in this study. This study is based on the interpretivist paradigm, the descriptive case study research design, and the reader-response research approach. The population of the study was Xitsonga novels and the texts were extracted from the five different Xitsonga novels to support the analysis of the use of the naming techniques in the depiction of characters in relation to the development of themes from these novels. The documentation method as well as the note-taking method, were used to collect the data. Furthermore, content analysis as well and the comparative method were used to analyse the data

The Influence of Learners’ Textbooks on Sepedi Writing Skills in A Grade 7 Classroom in Lebowakgomo Circuit

Maledu, A.D., Ngobeni, N.E., Motlhaka HA — 2023-02-08

The aim of the study was to investigate the influence of Sepedi Grade 7 textbooks on the writing skills of learners. Textbooks have a long tradition and play a significant role in language teaching. They have a strong status in the culture and the power to define the language and what the studying of it is (Vanha, 2017). Textbooks play a significant role in the teaching and learning of language due to the content and activities that assist learners to understand the importance of language and to understand better what is expected of them in terms of the skills that are imparted to them (Department of Education, 2022). The qualitative research approach was employed for the study, with the case study research design and interpretive paradigm. The data collection instruments followed for the study were semi-structured interviews, document analysis of Grade 7 textbooks and learners’ written essays. The Genre Theory and Cognitivist Theory were adopted for the study. The findings of the study was that textbooks have negative influence on the learners writing skills, whereby learners use wrong spelling and unnecessary loaning of words that are influenced by their prescribed textbooks. The researcher discovered that textbooks negatively affect the writing skills of the learners that result in learners not respecting their own language, with their cultural aspects also being affected. The Department of Education must make sure that the relevant and skilled people are employed to thoroughly review textbooks before being distributed to schools, to avoid giving learners books that do not support their indigenous language and its orthographic rules.

The Perceptions of English First Additional Language Teachers on Grade 10 Learners’ Academic Performance at A Township Secondary School in Gauteng Province

Mogano MU, Motlhaka HA — 2023-02-08

The purpose of this study was to investigate the perception of teachers’ English First Additional Language on learners’ academic performance. The qualitative approach was used to elicit responses from the 4 sampled teachers. The participants were purposefully sampled from a secondary school in Soshanguve. The researchers collected data using semi structured interviews. The data was analysed by means of frequency tables and direct quotes from the interview were provided. The findings of the study revealed that different factors such as lack of exposure to English Language, Language proficiency, the use of mother tongue, lack of in-service training among teachers resulted in the poor academic performance of Grade 10 learners. The researchers recommend that more attention needs to be paid in teacher education to prepare future teachers to attend to the development of the academic language of learners in schools. Teachers must be taught how to invest in scholarly thinking for reflective practice because learners’ academic success hinges on their ability to engage with academic texts across disciplines.

Predicting Smart Grid Stability with Deep Learning

Swetha S, Haripriya V Joshi, Aisha M J — 2023-02-08

Smart grid is an advance concept of power system which harmonize electricity and communication in system network. It provides information for the producers, operator and the consumers on real time. There is an extreme demand to efficiently conduct this power supplied to the consumption domains such as household, organizations, industries, and smart cities. For this respect, a smart grid with stable systems is being expended to supply the dynamic power requirements. Predicting smart grid stability is still challenging. Many factors affect the stability of grid one of them is customer and producer participation. Identifying the participants may lead to the smart grid stabilities. In this work, we propose a deep learning model to detect the stability of the smart grid. The results of the proposed model are compared to other popular classifier models used in different studies like Support Vector Machine, Logistic Regression, Decision Tree, Random Forest, Gradient Boosted Trees, Multilayer neural network, Gated Recurrent Units, traditional LSTM and Recurrent Neural Networks and Multidirectional Long Short-Term Memory. The proposed model outperforms the other models with 98.35% accuracy.

Measuring the Relationship Between Foreign Reserves and Indicators of Monetary Stability in Iraq for the period (2004-2021)

Fadhil Abbas Kadhim, Iyad Muhammad Mubarim — 2023-02-08

The primary tasks of the Central Bank of Iraq is to build a foreign cash reserve with the aim of strengthening and covering the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar and creating monetary stability, which is one of the indicators of the success of monetary policy applications. Here we can indicate that the Central Bank of Iraq succeeded in collecting reserves at a high level of foreign exchange, which contributed to stabilizing the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar against the US dollar, and is considered appropriate and required at the current stage, as foreign cash reserves exceeded the barrier of 92 billion dollars, and it must be noted To the role played by the private banking sector in achieving this stability as a result of its implementation of the central policy, and this enhances the monetary transition to influence the balance of the money market and then the stability of real activity that requires raising the external value of the Iraqi dinar in a manner commensurate with the real exchange rate to contain inflationary expectations, and adjusting interest rates The Central Bank of Iraq in a way that gives the financial market strong signals for commensurate and desirable changes with the evolution of the temporal structure of interest rates.

"The crime of Financial and Administrative Corruption in Iraq"

Hussam Atallah Mohammed, A.M.D. Miami Salal Sahib — 2023-02-08

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Clouding Theory of Attitude - Determining Modelling Methodology of Psychological Attitude for A Given Set of ‘Attributive’ & ‘Functional’ Variables on Subject of Consumer Marketing – A Quantitative Approach

2023-02-09

How attitude gets formed in human psychology is basic point of discussion of the paper. For background scenario of it, regarding its description & all, consumer marketing has been taken as the consideration point/field. Consumer behaviour is what on experiencing a proposition of consumer marketing is to be measured by attitude construction. From a proposition (product or service) introduction to a behavioural attitude - this entire process of attitude must go through forming of attitude clusters in the decisive cognition. The paper has described these clusters through methodological ‘quantitatively modelling’ way which is by approaches like emphasis of attitude variables & their related combination possibility. Entire study is academic & at present, at theoretical level. Also, variables of a marketing programme to persuade a proposition before consumers are discussed on fundamental ways that the interaction happens (as a function or process). The study, in all, would facilitate the study of attitude research into aspects of quantitative estimation & approach. Entire study has ultimately led into determination of field based attitude outcomes (by emphasis-combination analogy); the field could be a market, marketing or any proposition that a prospect experiences his/her attitude level in consumer marketing.

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Civil–Military Relations and Education of Military Elites: Lesson Learned from the Prussian Army

Ferdinant Xhaferaj — 2023-05-30

After the collapse of the Soviet Union, profound political changes took place in Europe. This included a decline in the credibility given to realist theories that are based on the role of military power. These events led to reevaluation of the liberal theories of interdependence based on a minor role of military power. However, military annexation by Russia of the Crimean Peninsula in Ukraine over February and March 2014 and the war on Ukraine launched by Russians, on 24 February 2022, have again emphasized a growing role of military issues in domestic and foreign policies. Thus, defining the place of soldiers in state and society and deciding the proper balance between the soldiers and civilians is not only an adequate challenge, but also a perpetual need. Analyzing traditions is always important for eliminating negative viewpoints and for fostering positive ones. The Prussian model has a lot of to say about all the above.

In this essay, I will trace the evolution of Prussian army and I will demonstrate how its politics was a decisive factor during the absolutist period (1640-1918). Furthermore, I will explain the role of the Prussian army during the Weimar Republic (1918-1933). Here, I will focus more on the critical years of 1932-1933. Finally, I will demonstrate the role of soldiers during National Socialism (1933-1945). Here, my main focus will be on the attempts of the soldiers to take control of the nation in July 1944.

Development Of Problem Based Learning Multimedia In Sma Negeri 1 Kotamobagu

2023-01-27

time of this development research was carried out in the even semester in January – February of the 2021-2022 academic year at SMA Negeri 1 Kotamobagu.

The object of this research is the development of multimedia learning based on PBL (Problem Based Learning) on the material of the reproductive system as a media to support student learning. Research Procedures The ADDIE Model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) is a development research model that researchers take. The resulting product is in the form of linear learning multimedia based on PBL (Problem Based Learning) on the material of the reproductive system whose contents are in the form of anatomy and physiology of human reproduction, human development, and abnormalities that occur due to reproductive problems and others that can be used for teachers as a reference in teaching and for students in increasing interest and learning outcomes which have implications for the achievement of learning objectives. After developing and validating multimedia, the final results of the assessment of media experts are 86.6% and material experts are 95.33% with very valid criteria, and the results of the assessment of biology subject teachers are 96.66% with very valid criteria and final results the response of students as much as 90.4% with very good criteria. So that the resulting multimedia product is very feasible to be used as a learning medium for reproductive system material in high school.

A Study on Factors That Lead to Job Satisfaction among the Employees in Health Care Concerning Fort is Healthcare Ltd

Sapna Suri, Sukhbir Singh Gogar — 2023-02-15

The toughest job for any present employer is to keep their employees happy. It is necessary for the organization to encourage and satisfy employees so that they remain in the organization for the longer time. It is been observed that the Service sector is facing a lot of problems in keeping employees happy these days. The study aimed at identifying factors that lead to job satisfaction among employees. This study specified the effectiveness of various practices used by the hospital to make employees happy. The study included various practices followed by the organizations in order to keep the employees happy. More than one-third of HR professionals in the Health Care Sector view retention as one of their pressing issues. The study was conducted to directly find out from the employees the factors that do motivate them to continue employment with hospital. A well designed questionnaire was formulated with a few factors such as Promotion, Leave, Motivational talks, Recognition, and other reasons to find out whether the employee is happy with the organization. The sample size of 100 respondents was taken into consideration while conducting the survey. The collected data was analyzed and interpreted in form of a pie chart and bar diagram. The findings of the study conveyed that employees were very happy with the organization.

Full Arch Implant Rehabilitation Using All-On-Four Technique – A Case Report

V. Shankar Ram, Uma Sudhakar, P. Sai Chand, Devika Warrier. E, K.R. Sundaran — 2023-02-15

The concept of “All-on-Four” is based on placing four conventional implants in the anterior part of fully edentulous jaws to support a provisional, fixed, and immediately loaded full-arch prosthesis. The technique stabilizes bone levels, keeping the jaws healthy. The Combination of tilted and straight implants for supporting fixed prostheses can be considered a viable treatment modality resulting in a simpler and less time consuming procedure, significantly less morbidity, decreased financial costs and a more comfortable postsurgical period for the patients. The technique also stabilizes bone levels, keeping the jaws healthy.

Armenia’s Language Policy on Minorities’ Education Rights Based on the Reports of the European Charter for Regional and Minority Languages

Gergely Hladonik — 2023-02-15

Documents on the fundamental and linguistic rights of minorities in Europe were drawn up and adopted in the 1990s. These documents are The European Charter for Regional and Minority Languages and The European Charter of Local Self-Government. The correct application of the Charter is monitored by a Committee of Experts (COMEX). The Charter requires the states that have ratified the document to submit three-yearly reports on the implementation of the Charter. Armenia ratified the Charter in 2002. By accepting the Charter Armenia is responsible for submitting reports on which of their commitments have been achieved and to what extent. Since ratification, Armenia has submitted its fifth report. The main aim of this article is to introduce what commitments has Armenia made by ratifying the Charter. Furthermore, analysis of the latest report prepared by the Committee of Experts and to what extent the commitments made in the Charter have been met and put into practice. Using the critical discursive analysis the researcher examined this report. The findings show that Armenia didn’t fulfil its expectations based on the report.

The Western Archetypes of Albanian Civic Women in the Late Middle Ages (13th-15th centuries)

Ermal Baze, Andi Pinari — 2023-02-15

Background: Given the postulate that to judge the level of development of a society you need to know the level of emancipation of women, I am trying to address some essential issues regarding the socio-legal rights of Albanian women in the late Middle Ages. In this paper I will address, in a synthesized way, issues related to the status of women in urban settings in a particular area of Albania in the late Middle Ages, such as in Shkodra (Scutari), Durrës, Ulcinj, Bar (Antivari), etc. In contrast to data from customary law (characteristic of the rural and mountainous areas of local government in the Principality of Albania) documentary sources of the time provide a relatively large amount of information regarding the role and importance of the figure of the woman in the other half of Medieval Albanian civilization (namely in that of autonomous cities), and shed light on the legal and penal protection of her person, dignity and honour. In cases of murder, assault, insult, violence and rape against women, no individual, neither layperson nor clergy, had immunity from prosecution before the law. The misappropriation or embezzlement of a woman's dowry, her right to draft a will, or to represent her husband in a lawsuit in his absence, as well as other situations or combinations of these, convince us that respect for the rights of woman and protection of her dignity in the period of the late Middle Ages, were genuine and seriously appreciated. The general panorama of the social position of women in Albania in the 14^th - 15^th centuries was similar to the medieval models and practices of medieval civic society in Italo-Dalmatian cities and those of the Western Adriatic and Mediterranean area.

The Relationship between Creative Thinking, Collaboration, and Communication Skills in High School Level Biology Learning

Amrianto, Fatchur Rohman, Agus Dharmawan, Murni Sapta Sari — 2023-02-15

Background: To succeed in biology learning, creative thinking, collaboration, and communication skills are required. Theoretically, there is a relationship between creative thinking, collaboration, and communication skills in biology learning, but empirical testing is required.

Objectives: The goal of this study was to look at the relationship between students' creative thinking, collaboration, and communication skills in biology learning.

Methods: This study was included in the correlational study, with the study population consisting of Kerinci Regency tenth-grade high school students. The research sample consisted of 488 students. Simple random sampling is used in the sampling technique. The data analysis techniques used the Spearman correlation test to test the relationship between the two variables and the multiple correlation test to test the relationship between the three variables.

Results: According to the findings of the study, there is a relationship between creative thinking skills, collaboration, and communication in learning. The conclusion is that creative thinking, collaboration, and communication skills are a form of association of various interconnected elements. In biology learning, one skill will later be used to build other skills.

Trend Analysis Ways of Ending Membership in the Iraqi Council of Representatives

Shahen Hasan, Okab Ahmad Mahmad, Worea Ali Kasrau — 2023-02-15

The exercise of the representative office is for a specific period of time, as the Iraqi constitution for the year 2005 stipulated in Article (56/first) that (this electoral cycle of the House of Representatives shall be four calendar years, beginning with its first session and ending at the end of the fourth year) and the text of this constitutional article is considered The normal way to end membership in the Iraqi Council of Representatives.

This termination of membership may be exceptional. It is collectively dissolving Parliament. The Constitution of Iraq for the year 2005 referred to in Article (64/First) two methods for dissolving the House of Representatives, which is either by an absolute majority of the number of its members and at the request of one-third of its members, which may be at the request or approval of the Prime Minister. Either it is individually as if a member of Parliament assumed a position in the presidency of the state or in the Council of Ministers or any other official position, or accepting the resignation of a member from the House of Representatives, or the death of a member, and other cases stipulated by the constitution and related to the person of the member. This article also examines the methods of termination of membership in the Iraqi Council of Representatives with an explanatory and descriptive method and will examine the cases and results.

The Invisible Violence: A Critical Analysis of Male Subjugation in Assam

Jyoti Prasad Saikia, Alankrita Borthakur — 2023-02-15

Gender violence is often synonymous with women's violence. The hegemonic ideology of patriarchal society expects a man to be powerful, influential, and dominating. However, one cannot ignore the instances of violence against men. Instead of focusing on only violence and subjugation against women, importance should also be given on the men and their subjugation in the society. This is impertinent and invisible in society. Any form of abuse is physical, psychological, or sexual affects the rights, freedom, and privileges of men. Instances are also seen globally. Hence, through this study, an attempt is made to explore the experiences of men as victims. It aimed at a critical analysis male subjugation in both domestic settings and the workplace. Tools such as case studies and observations were used to gather data and information.

A Clinical Study to Evaluate Tooth Wear and Its Score Most Commonly Prevalent among Patients Using Smith and Knight’s Index-A Cross-Sectional Survey

Josephine Flora A, Prabhu K, Kabilan P, Balamurugan A, Arunachalam K, Gayathri M — 2023-02-15

PURPOSE:

In the field of dentistry, tooth wear has been recognized as a growing oral health problem in children, adolescents, and the elderly; Tooth wear is a normal physiologic phenomenon, where, the teeth although worn remain functional throughout life until it becomes pathological via pulpal exposure. The aim of this study is to evaluate the tooth wear and its score most commonly prevalent among patients using Smith and Knight’s index

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

The patients included in this survey were the dentate and partially dentate patients reporting to the department of prosthodontics at Adhiparasakthi Dental College and Hospital. All the teeth present are scored for wear according to the Smith and Knight’s index, irrespective of how it occurred. The one with the greatest occurrence is recorded.

RESULTS:

150 individuals were randomly selected and all the surfaces of the teeth were examined clinically and the scores were recorded. After evaluation, results illustrate that the highest grade of tooth wear recorded was grade 2(47.5%) followed by grade 1(36.8%), grade 3(9.6%), grade 0(4.6%,) and grade 4(1.5%).

CONCLUSION:

There is reasonably strong evidence to suggest that tooth wear is an age-related phenomenon. The presence of dentinal hypersensitivity is found to be more common at the initial stages of tooth wear. As the severity increases, patients become more and more concerned about the condition and seek treatment.

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Awareness of Crypto Currency (Bitcoin) & Impact of Government Policies on Cryptocurrency (Bitcoin)

Roopali Patil, Aditya Bhavsar — 2023-02-23

Cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin, has gained increasing attention and acceptance in recent years, yet many people in India are still unfamiliar with the concept and its potential implications. In this article, we aim to provide a brief overview of cryptocurrency, its characteristics, and its current state in India. We will discuss the decentralized nature of cryptocurrency, its underlying technology, blockchain, and its potential use cases. Additionally, the survey is categorized in different aspects such as awareness of bitcoin, stock investment related to bitcoin, effect of government policies and its future. The paper will also touch upon the awareness and adoption of cryptocurrency in India and the potential impact it could have on the economy and society. Overall, the purpose of this article is to increase awareness and understanding of cryptocurrency in India, and to encourage informed decision-making regarding its use and investment.

A Study Oninternet, Smartphone and Social Mediausage among College Students in Mumbai, Navi –Mumbai & Pune

Rashmi Sreejit Nair, Sapna Suri, Kirti Wankhede, Shweta Dixit — 2023-02-23

Internet, Social media and Smartphones continues to play a very important role in the world for the process of communication. It plays an important role in the way we connect with others and share information. The internet users worldwide stood at 4.9 billion in 2021(Statista 2021) which means two third of the population is currently connected to the World Wide Web. As there is increase in usage of internet there are large amount of health concerns too with increasing number becoming obsessed and addicted with digital lifestyle especially among college students. Internet provides good quantity of information and knowledge to all but especially to the young college going students and is a good platform to communicate and have social interactions, however if used extensively can have a negative impact on the Psychological wellbeing of the students.The study conducted through this research paper is aimed to investigate the impact of internet, social media and smart phone usage among young college students of Mumbai, Navi-Mumbai and Pune.The study was carried by reaching out for responses from around 200 graduate and postgraduate presently studying students from various colleges of Mumbai .The students belong to varied age groups between 18-25 andfrom different faculties. The study brings to light that none of the college-going students among the respondents could disconnect themselves from smart phones and felt it as an essential part to their lives; similarly, the study reveals they also find moderate usage of internet and social media platforms as healthy to the times in which they are presently living.

Pulmonary Sequalae of a Rheumatological Disease Systemic Lupus Erythematosus as Nonspecific Interstitial Pneumonitis in a Diagnosed Case of Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis

Sagar Kolte, Anil Sontakke, Saood Ali — 2023-02-23

Rheumatological Diseases like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) can present with multisystem features. It can involve many of the organs involving the Lungs. In this case report, we studied a 30 years old male patient who presented to pulmonary medicine OPD at Lata Mangeshkar Hospital and Research center Nagpur Maharashtra with a complaint of Chest tightness for 5-6 months. The patient had been diagnosed as an Extra Pulmonary Tuberculosis case (EPTB) with Non-Specific Interstitial Pneumonitis with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Chest x-ray showed Bilateral Reticular shadows with prominent markings. Pulmonary function tests showed a mixed pattern (restrictive and obstructive). Anti-cardiolipin antibody and ANA antibody were positive. The patient got relief on treatment with a course of oral corticosteroids as well as add-on inhaled corticosteroids with Hydroxychloroquine tablets. so early treatment of SLE leads to better response to Nonspecific interstitial Pneumonitis

Job Satisfaction and Anxiety in Postgraduate Residents- A Cross-Sectional Study

Swapnali Bansode, Marriam Jatu, Girish Nanoti — 2023-02-23

Background- Post-graduate residents form a major part of the working force of the Indian Health System. A large proportion of burnout in physicians has been reported from those in training.

Objective- The objective of this study is to learn more about resident doctors’ job satisfaction and anxiety at a city care centre.

Method- This study is a facility-based cross-sectional study, wherein 178 postgraduate residents with a work experience of at least 6 months, from clinical and non-clinical departments, were included, and information was gathered through a pre-designed questionnaire.

Results- We discovered that majority of students were satisfied with their job at this institute. Residents working at clinical departments when compared to those working at non-clinical departments, and those married as compared to those non-married reported higher anxiety levels. Residents in the second year of the residency program, working at full capacity without the assistance of younger doctors, have reported greater concern.

Conclusion- It was concluded that resident doctors undergo anxiety, with respect to various job aspects. It has been found of utmost importance to further evaluate the mental health of doctors under training, to identify factors that can be modified for a better state of mental health of those at work.

Gender Inequality in Indian Scenario: Issues, Challenges and Initiatives

Jyoti, Beena Devi — 2023-03-13

Gender Stereotype is a long-term problem in our society and females are discriminated against in various ways in India, although legally women have equal rights. So, there is a great need to focus the society on gender issues so that there would be no discrimination based on gender. Women empowerment through gender stereotypes is one of the key factors to unlock the potential of women. This paper elaborates strategies that should be adopted in our society to promote gender equality. As we know “Power of women as the greatest potential for the growth of the economy”. To achieve the empowerment of all women and girls will establish policies and institutions to build a society where men and women support each other. Many activities need to focus where we lack gender responsive indicators and sex disaggregated baseline data and having limited monitoring information. There should be study on some constraints to assess possible differences in participation, benefits and impact between men and women.

Enrichment Programs for the Gifted: Problems and Prospects

Khiemnick A. Bialen, Renz Jervy A. Book, Raponzel B. Manalo, Mervyn A. Garingo — 2023-03-13

The emerging growth in the educational system in the Philippines covers the area of special education. Specifically, in addressing the diverse learning needs of the identified gifted learners in society. Enrichment programs are adopted by different educational institutions across all regions to supplement and cater to the advanced learning skills and innate talents of the learners in the Gifted and Talented Program. This study aimed to investigate the extent of the implementation and the problems and prospects of the enrichment programs for the gifted in the selected Sped Centers in the Division of Zamboanga City in special programs, strategies, and content areas. Respondents came from the six selected Public Elementary Special Education Centers with the Gifted Education Program in the Division of Zamboanga City. This study used the mixed-method triangulation design wherein the quantitative statistical results were directly compared and contrasted with qualitative findings to validate and expand the quantitative results of this research study. Moreover, the research statistical results were directly compared and contrasted with qualitative findings to validate the study and found out that the extent of implementing the enrichment programs for the gifted in special programs, strategies, and content areas is often implemented by the different Public Elementary Sped Centers in the Division of Zamboanga City and sometimes experienced the problems and prospects.

Appraisal of Knowledge about the Technique used in Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI) Salbutamol Inhaler among Asthmatic Patients

Elturabi Elsayed Ebrahim — 2023-03-13

Background: Using of metered-dose inhaler (MDI) improperly is still difficult for treating respiratory illnesses. Poor asthma inhaler use is probably among the main factors contributing to uncontrolled and frequent hospital admissions.

Objectives: The purpose of the study was to assess one's knowledge and usage of inhaler method among patients.

Methods: At Elshaab Teaching Hospital, a descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted. Information came from patients using interview questionnaires and check lists, and the final results were then interpreted using computer software using the SPSS program.

Results: According to this study's findings, the majority of patients are older than 48 years old, which is represented by 42% of participants. In terms of gender distribution, it was found that there were more female participants (55.7%) than male participants (44.3%), and when it came to salbutamol or the MDI steps, only 8 patients achieved the full level score (21%) and 11 patients had moderate scores (29%) and 19 patients had low level scores (50%); this indicated that the practical of MDI is subpar, just like it is in the DPI.

Conclusions: Most patients with asthma did not use their inhalers properly, which suggests that most participants lacked the knowledge and skills required to effectively use the MDI. These findings highlight how little knowledge about the essential role appropriate inhaler technique plays in asthma therapy.

Title: Elvira Dones Novels. The Language of the Literature, The New Literary Phenomenon

Markeliana Anastasi, Renata Martini — 2023-03-13

The literature as a living organism, did not has a linear development. It has always been connected to social and political conditions with which it is faced. In the Albanian literature after ’90-s is appeared a new phenomenon, more controversial, which is related to the language of literature. Albanian writer migrated to west, choose to write in the language of the country where they live. In their works, are embodied two mentalities, two cultures, and most importantly, two different ways of doing literature, rules of different expression skills. One of them is Elvira Dones that with her particular style bring to the reader hands, special stories of different characters and themes, from Klea, an autobiographical narrative, to Andrea with the theme of neuroses; from Hana, from north of Albania to the story of three women besieged in their house in Prishtina. The author write directly in Italian language perhaps in it she found all the expressiveness required that can worthily accompany her stories, in which she express herself no longer influences the profile of the characters. She writes a literature very close to critical realism. This tendency is also present in more amazing psychological and touching descriptions of her narrative.

Reflections and Dilemmas of a Translator: Translating "Untranslatable" Words

Renata Martini Kristo, Markeliana Anastasi — 2023-03-13

This article will deal with a special and problematic argument of translation practice: the translation of those so-called untranslatable words, as well as try to shed some light on the translation of all those terms and concepts that are characterized by cultural nuances, or as we know other culturemes. Especially when faced with an editorial translation, the translator knows that the first way to have a satisfactory result is this: every translation is like placing a bet with the author's intentions. In other words, a perfect translation is impossible to achieve, even in the best case, the result of our efforts will always be an approximation. Of course, there are almost perfect approximations and other controversial ones, but it is always about approximations. The concept of fidelity is never an absolute concept, but a relative one: it is related to the text, to the moment when we translate, to the translator himself. We are talking, of course, about general rules. Fortunately, there are always exceptions. But if we remain within the scope of the general rule, we can say that this type of doubt (to approach? To move away? To soften it? Not to soften it?) becomes more frequent when we are asked to translate the so-called "cultural factors", this category, broad and not easily grasped, and this is exactly where we can include the culturemes.

Impact of Psychological Counselling on Subjective Wellbeing of University Students

Sanjeevni gangwani, Shweta Sharma — 2023-03-13

This study investigated the effect of psychological assistance provided by special mentors to the university students. The current study employs a survey for a sample of 200 female students from different academic majors and levels from Princess Norah Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU) in Riyadh. We apply a comparative analysis using SPSS 25 version. The findings revealed that there is a significant statistical difference in students’ satisfaction before and after attending counselling sessions. Furthermore, it suggested that the factors that reported maximum deviation were: Lack of closeness (t=11.546) and lack of confidence (t=11.445) indicating a positive impact of counselling on students.

“Evaluation of Cutting Efficiency between Normal Tapered Diamond Points and Spiral Tapered Diamond Points through Depth Cuts- A Comparative Study”

2023-03-13

AIM

The aim of this study was to compare the cutting efficiency of normal tapered diamonds and spiral tapered diamonds with repeated cuts.

MATERIALS AND METHOD

A high-speed air-turbine handpiece was used to evaluate two distinct types of diamond points. The cutting effectiveness of diamond points on glass ceramic blocks was tested after five repeated cuts. The depth cuts on the ceramic blocks were measured using Vision Measuring Machine (VMM) and the results were interpreted.

RESULT

According to the depth cut values obtained, regular tapered diamond points outperformed spiral diamond points. There were considerable variances between these two types of diamond points. The first three cuts were statistically significant at the 1% level (p0.01), with p values of 0.0002, 0.0034, and 0.0023, respectively, whereas the last two cuts were statistically not significant (p>0.05), with p values of 0.6167 and 0.6139, respectively.

CONCLUSION

This in-vitro study concluded that the normal tapered diamond points were having more cutting efficiency than that of the spiral tapered diamond points at its first three consecutive cuts but the spiral diamond point is constant in nature after repeated cuts.

CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE

The size of the diamond particles will impact how efficiently they cut; larger diamond particles will abrade more than smaller ones, and abrasion will also cause temperature differences, therefore it's crucial to understand the factors that influence cutting efficiency.

Academic Performance in Professional Programs is an Echo of Their Non-Cognitive Traits of Students: An Exploratory Study

Bhisaji C Surve — 2023-03-13

In the recruitment process for jobs; the HR department conducts a series of tests and interviews to assess individuals’ ability for job fit. Especially in fresher’s selection; academic performance is taken as a criterion for candidate selection. The question is; does the percentage of marks or CGPA score of students reflects an individual’s cognitive ability only or it also captures their non-cognitive skills too. As these non-cognitive skills are basically attitudinal characteristics of candidates so these measurable indicators can help HR to gauge students’ attitudes to any extent. To answer this; the research is based on the “Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) “in which researchers consider the academic performance of Engineering students as long behaviour and they study about establishing causal impact of six Non-cognitive skills using PLS (Partial Least square) based Structural Equation Modelling. Results of PLS SEM model are discussed in detail with respect to validity and reliability.

An exploratory study on Netflix’s International Marketing strategy and the usage of Netflix by consumers located in Mumbai region

Shalaka Ayarekar — 2023-03-13

The project is based on understanding the concept which is A detailed study on Netflix’s International Marketing strategy and the usage of Netflix by consumers located in Mumbai region. Even though every company identifies their target customer and frames their advertising policies accordingly there is need to know what people think about the brand and how much they want to spend on it .

Netflix is well known for their innovative advertisement and huge customer base and have own loyal customers there is need to identify what is a current market pulse. This study will help in developing altogether new brand or extending an existing brand. The objective of this study is very clear that to know the study on Netflix’s international marketing and brand building .

Another important objective here is to find out the success of advertising and celebrity campaigns which were run by Netflix very efficiently.

It becomes very important to know which advertisement has drawn maximum attention and what is the conversion rate of TV commercials. This study is based on a quantitative research where the questionnaire was prepared for customers or viewer. 100 people were intervened from different areas/sectors of Mumbai. The data of 30 respondents was collected offline by interviewing them with questionnaire.

The responses which were found online were also with different demographics. Based on the responses by the respondents, conclusion are drawn. All the data which was collected is analysed by spss and the Conclusions were drawn on the basis of the result of analysis.

FCM-based Image Segmentation Using Bio-Inspired Optimization Techniques: A Comprehensive Study

Anju Bala, Aman Kumar Sharma — 2023-03-13

Background: Fuzzy c means (FCM) clustering is an unsupervised clustering technique used for image segmentation. It is widely used in the image segmentation process due to its simplicity and efficiency. But it also has some weaknesses which need to be addressed and overcome for quality results. Optimization techniques are used to overcome these drawbacks.

Objectives: This paper presented a comprehensive study of bio-inspired optimization-based Fuzzy c-means clustering which tries to overcome these drawbacks of FCM and improve the FCM segmentation results. The study also shows the importance of bio-inspired optimization-based FCM in image segmentation. It includes almost all the important bio-inspired optimization techniques that are used to improve or hybridize FCM for better image segmentation results. An experimental setup is performed using five PSO, ABC, FA, GA and TLBO evolutionary algorithms to segment an image. It provides insight into determining which optimization techniques are best done with FCM.

Methods: The FCM based on five PSO, ABC, FA, GA and TLBO evolutionary algorithms is implemented on Berkeley’s test images using Matlab 2013b. The experimental setup is performed for each algorithm separately and results are recorded.

Results: The results for each of these algorithms are compared based on convergence and computation time. From the results, it is found that the PSO-FCM outperforms other optimization algorithms.

Conclusions: from this study it is concluded that FCM with optimization techniques can effectively overcome the standard FCCM drawbacks. The experiments show that the PSO-FCM outperforms other optimization techniques in terms of convergence and computation time.

Online Clothing Rental Website Quality: Mediating Effect of Attitude on Behavioural Intention

M. Krishnakumar, Akanksha Dayma, Shivkumar M. Belli — 2023-03-13

Background: Advancing Internet technology has brought significant transformations to how organizations and businesses are delivering products or services and building customer relationships. Online clothing rental companies felt that though thousands of users visit their online clothing rental website, the order conversion rate is very low. So finding what the website quality parameters are which are lacking from the side of company in converting the users to the customers is important for the improvement of the conversion rate.

Objectives: The main objectives of this study are: to examine relationships among variables of website quality with perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness, and in turn, their influence on attitude and behavioural intention to use; to investigate which determinant of website quality has more impact on behavioural intention to use online clothing rental websites; and to examine whether perceived usefulness and attitude would mediate the relationships between perceived ease of use and behavioural intention to use.

Methods: The method used for investigating website quality was the standard Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). A total of 271 responses of online clothing rental customers were analyzed to identify the relation between website quality and behavioural intention to use website. The primary data collection instrument used was structured on TAM based questionnaire.

Results: The outcome of the study shows that the quality of service is a more influential factor than the quality of the system and information in the context of online shopping through online clothing rental Website, implying that providing excellent quality of service is more important than emphasizing information and system quality.

Conclusion: The contributions of this study are that we were able to see and suggest the ‘‘broader picture’’ in terms of the website quality measures by including system, information and service quality, and how the customers regard the quality measures of online clothing rental website. It empirically demonstrated that the website features have a significant impact on the user acceptance of online clothing rental website.

Reexpansion Pulmonary Edema a Rare Complication after Intercostal Drainage Tube for Pneumothorax: A Case Report and Literature Overview

Harshal Jaikumar Gandhi, Anil Kishanrao Sontakke — 2023-03-13

In the emergency room, a middle-aged female patient with pneumothorax received treatment with an intercostal drainage tube. After a while, she experienced reexpansion pulmonary edema and was moved to the intensive care unit to receive more ventilatory assistance. After a while, the edema and dyspnea subsided, and the patient was released with good clinical results.

Rapidly progressing hypoxemia and respiratory discomfort following an intercostal drainage tube are the hallmarks of reexpansion pulmonary edema. Early detection of the symptoms and signs of reexpansion pulmonary edema is crucial Early intervention may result in the best outcome.

“Psychological Balance”-An Investigation

N. Prema — 2023-03-13

Flexibility is the main constituent of psychological balance. Balance is a state of mind. Generally, people think that Physical Health can be maintained only by eating healthy and enriched food. But every one of us have to accept the fact that, our psychological stability also playing a vital role for Physical as well as Mental Health. Developing positive emotions in daily basis such as happiness, enjoyments in life, love, and gratification will ensure your healthy life and your performances will also be improved. Instead, negative emotions like anger, hatred, stress, depression and resentment will obstruct all your abilities and paves the roads for unhealthy mind and body and also conflicts in relationship. This study aimed to find out the level of awareness about psychological balance and to check whether they can follow it up in their life. To accomplish this aim, the investigator has collected required information through two standardized questionnaires among the sample. For this research work the investigator has chosen 185 sample by adopting simple random sampling method. The sample includes, teaching and non-teaching faculties working in various colleges of Chengalpet District. A quantitative analysis has been made and the result shows that, around 80 % of the sample knows about the significance of psychological balance but only 30 % of them were able to maintain psychological Balance in their life situations. Change is inevitable. Facing the challenging situation only can make your life as efficacious.

Analyzing the Relationship Between Corporate Governance Practices and Performance of Insurance Companies

Ashraf Imam, Asma Khatoon — 2023-01-05

Background: The formal procedure and structure whereby the administration is held responsible to shareholders for its operations and objectives are known as corporate governance. The study's theoretical perspective reveals that effective corporate governance systems lead to favourable insurance companies results while also prohibiting fraudulent actions. CEO’s compensation, Communication approach, Code of conduct, and Companies governance system are among the study's free-spirited factors. Because corporate governance has a direct impact on insurance company performance, governing bodies must design robust corporate governance systems and rules for the industry ecosystem.

Objectives: The objectives of this study were to see if there were any linkages between governance practices and the performance of Indian insurance companies.

Methods: This research was based on randomly selected top five insurance companies as case study research to evaluate the relationship between corporate governance practices and insurance companies’ performance. In this regard, the case study research design suggests examining the influence of interactions between the study's two variables utilizing quantitative research methods. This research was conducted using practical methodologies, such as the use of qualitative and quantitative research methods and data collection techniques. Previous research and theoretical foundations of corporate governance have been undertaken using a qualitative research method.

Results: The sort of communication approaches, companies’ code of conduct, and governance structures all affect the performance of an insurance company, according to a statistical study. On the contrary, the performance of insurance companies is unaffected by CEO compensation structure.

Conclusions: The purpose of this study was to assess the relationship between corporate governance practices and insurance companies’ performance. Four significant variables have been defined in order to examine the study’s goals and objectives like the communication approach of the companies, code of conduct, governance structure and CEO’s compensation. Based on the empirical analysis of the study, except CEO’s compensation, all other variables have significant relationships and influence the companies’ performance. Furthermore, it has been evaluated that the effective form of communication approach used by companies is also important. Scheduled work and regular meetings are arranged on a timely basis, and good communication approaches are followed.

Multiple Regression Analysis on the Influencing Factors in Smes Adoption of Cross-Border E-Commerce：Evidence from China

Zhang Qiang, Siti Aida Samikon, Xia Jintao — 2023-01-05

The goal of this study was to identify and empirically investigate the variables affecting China's small and medium-sized businesses' adoption of cross-border e-commerce. The various context components were added to the Technology-Organization-Environment framework to create the conceptual model for the current study. The framework was created using a two-pronged approach that included a questionnaire survey and a review of the existing literature. A survey using a questionnaire was then carried out, and 117 small and medium-sized businesses questionnaires were gathered. Using multiple regression analysis, the researcher put the model and related hypotheses to the test. The findings show that the adoption of cross-border e-commerce by small and medium-sized businesses is highly influenced by the level of technology, organizational level, competitive pressure, and policy support. The findings and conclusions of the study, as well as the future research prospects, are discussed.

An Assessment of Nutritional Knowledge and Feeding Practices of Breastfeeding Mothers on Young Children Feeding in Dadease and Effiduase Municipalities

2023-01-05

This study aimed at examining infant and young child feeding practices of mothers and their effect on the nutritional status of their children at Dadease and Effiduase in the Sekyere-Kumawu and Sekyere-East Districts, respectively. A cross-sectional design was used for the study, with a sample size of 122 mothers and their young children within the age range of 0–24 months. Multistage sampling was employed. The relationship between mothers’ nutritional knowledge and feeding practices adopted for their infants and young children was examined using Spearman’s correlation at a 0.01 significant level. The result showed a weak negative insignificant (r = -.141, p > 0.01) relationship. Similarly, mothers’ educational level and their age did not influence their choice of infant feeding practices (p > 0.05). Rather, factors such as work situation, culture, post-natal clinic services, family and friends influenced the mother’s choice of infant and young child feeding practices (p < 0.05). About 37% of mothers confirmed that they introduced other foods to their infants below 4 months; however, 95% of mothers were noted for introducing supplementary foods to infants below the 6^th month. This finding indicated that the feeding practices adopted by most mothers were not in line with WHO recommendations for infant feeding, hence the high prevalence of severe underweight in Effiduase (72%) and Dadease (78%). The study recommended the need for promotion for the best infant and young child feeding practices in the Sekyere-Kumawu and Sekyere-East districts through effective health e ducation and counselling routines as well as a young children’s dieting guide to be enforced at Dadease and Effiduase to foster optimal childhood feeding practices among mothers.

Independent Living Skills Needed by Students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Towards Inclusive Education: A Systematic Literature Review

2023-01-05

Background: Inclusive education is vital to nation-building and should be enjoyed by every student, including students with special educational needs (SEN). As the concept of independent living among persons with disabilities has been getting more attention today, it is necessary to identify how the concept of independent living can empower students with SEN toward inclusive education. Objectives: Building on this debate, the study aimeds to identify independent living skills required by students with SEN in order to ensure that they could have adequate access to inclusive education. Methods: Based on the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) protocol, this study analysed 25 articles from Web of Science and Scopus. Results: The results identified ten skills students with SEN would need: language proficiency, reading and writing, financial management, interpersonal skills, social participation, social problem solving, self-care, daily living skills and healthcare skills. Conclusions: This study also discussed how these independent living skills could empower students with SEN toward an inclusive education.

Acceptance of Indigenous Community Mobilizers Towards the Competence Constructs of Indigenous Preachers in Malaysia

Ayuni Nazuha Mohd Rosli, Abdul Ghafar Don, Mohamad Zulkifli Abdul Ghani — 2023-01-05

The implementation of Islamic preaching to the Orang Asli community needs a specific method and content to suit with their different lifestyles, customs, beliefs, traditions, and taboos. Preachers need to possess certain competencies in propagating Islamic teachings to the Orang Asli community effectively. This study aims to identify the content and analyse the acceptance of the Orang Asli Community Mobilizer (OACM), Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (JAKIM) towards the competency construct of Orang Asli preachers. The data of this study was obtained by using quantitative methods through survey research by distributing questionnaires to 30 PMOA or OACM people who have served for 5 years or more. Samples taken from two states in Malaysia, namely OACM from Negeri Sembilan and Selangor. The construct is designed based on a preliminary survey, particularly literature review that has compatibility with the needs of the Orang Asli movement in delivering da'wah. There five constructs suggested based on the existing literature namely self-preparation, mastery of knowledge, appropriate approach, skills, and proper attitude. The results of the study found that all constructs show high min score between 0.92 to 0.97. The overall score for the acceptance of OACM on the construct of competency is 0.98. The implication of the study reveals that all five constructs are vital in preaching Islamic teachings towards the Orang Asli Community in Malaysia.

Language and Identity: Opportunities and Challenges of the Albanian-English Bilingualism

Morena Braçaj — 2023-01-05

The relation between language and the form of the national identity can be assessed according to the historical perspective of the cultural factors that determined the emergence of Albanian-speaking or, vice versa, according to the same historical perspective which focuses on the characterizing role of the state and national unity. The present work outlines some dynamic aspects of the interaction between language and identity, with a focus on Albanian and English semantic and symbolic analysis. It will also explore the social and anthropological metamorphosis of the Albanian language either as being influenced by the English rules or how these interactions have framed the common speaking. As changes in the linguistic dictionary have preceded and still influence the formation of both the nation and the state in Albania, the goal of equality and substantial claims to regulate society, in harmony with fundamental social values, is certainly one of the major elements that empower the status of language as a marker for cultural diplomacy and national identity.

Child Safety Wearable Device Using ESP32 Cam

Narmada M, Prakruthi K V, S Srividhya — 2023-01-05

IoT, a new technology, connects every single place on Earth. For automation to advance in all domains, it creates connectivity between diverse systems, gadgets, and services. In contemporary society, child safety is a major problem that still has to be tackled. A large number of crimes go unreported. The project's goal is to protect the child from threats. The number of child safety precautions has significantly decreased in modern times. As a result, there is an ongoing rise in violence toward children. Along with children, women are also physically and psychologically assaulted. An SMS text-enabled wearable device will help parents locate their children using GPS and Bluetooth technology. Any cell phone can be used for it; a high-end smartphone isn't always necessary. The fact that this wearable can be controlled wirelessly using a mobile phone gives it a significant edge over other wearables. The wearable gadget includes an alarm buzzer. When the young child presses the panic button, an alert will ring. It also contains a camera that helps the parents to get images of the child's surroundings using ESP32 Cam. By employing GPS, if a child enters a critical state, the Blynk application will send the latitude and longitude of that specific position to the parents. An SD card module with an SD card that will record the location is present in this system.

Organization of Medicine Higher Education Students from India Reflective Practice

Gancho Olga, Fedorchenko Vera, Zvyagolska Iryna, Kovalenko Ninel, Bobrova Nellia — 2023-01-05

Background: Modern conditions demand the development of a critically thinking individual who is ready for productive interaction with the world around him, knows how to objectively evaluate his achievements in the learning process, interprets successes and difficulties, analyzes new qualities in himself, and is capable of self-improvement and self-development.

Objectives: The article aims to substantiate the principles of future doctors’ reflective practice organization for forming their professional readiness.

Methods: The method of reflective abilities estimation was based on the teacher's assessment and students' educational and cognitive activity self-assessment. The following structural components were determined: awareness of the compliance of the learning result with the initial goal, self-analysis and self-assessment of one's activity and activity within the educational group. Each component was evaluated on a five-point scale. During classes with 53 students of experimental groups, the teachers used the reflexive polylogue method.

Results: The study showed that the level of reflective abilities formation was extremely low at the beginning of the classroom experiment at the end of the first module and amounted to about 2.1±0.6 conditional points after the experiment. At the end of the second module, the dynamics of the reflective abilities development among the students of the experimental group was 3.4±0.7 conditional points and 2.3±0.5 of the control group students. After the final control of the first module, the average success score was 146.8 points out of the maximum possible 200. After calculating the results of the second module, during which students performed reflective exercises, the success rate was 155.1 points. However, in the 3rd year, the overall average success score of the third module control was decreased to 148.4 points.

Conclusions: High reflective skills development in higher education students is the key to productive learning. The reflective person can evaluate the methods and results of the learning and analyze the received information and the level of its understanding and correlates with success.Self-awareness allows for establishing shifts, progress in educational activities, understanding the development of personal thinking, etc. Reflection plays an important role in the educational activities of medicine higher education students.

Parents' Perceptions About the Correlation Between Motor Skills and Speech Development of their Children

Miranda Baruti-Sylejmani, Olivera Rashikj-Canevska — 2023-01-05

Background: Children's development is a part of life that should be given great importance. Parents have different perceptions about motor, language and speech development, of their children. This research aimed to determine parents' perceptions regarding children's development in these areas.

Methods: Respondents of the research were 40 parents whose children had disorders in motor, language and speech development. The instrument used in this research was a questionnaire which has contained six demographic questions and 37 questions related to motor, speech and language development.

Results: There is a significant positive correlation between "Motor Development" with "Speech Development", r=.843**, p<0.01; between "Motor Development" and "Language Development", r=.791**, p<0.01. Motor development has an impact on speech development, which is also explained by the model, F (1/38) = 93.275, sig. =,000. T-test analysis shows that there are differences in the motor development of children, according to the village-city residence: t(38)= 3.148, p=.003.

Conclusions: There is a significant positive correlation between motor development and language-speech development; Motor development has an impact on children's speech development; Children who live in the countryside are more developed in terms of motor than children who live in the city.

A Study On The Writing Format And Abstract Structure Of Dissertation Written By Ph.D Students Of State Universities In Indonesia.

Sukirmiyadi Sukirmiyadi — 2023-05-04

Abstract is the summerized form of writing usually taken from the research result and it is usually put at the beginning of the paper. As one of the most important parts in one article or paper dealing with the research result, an abstract should be written as well as possible to make it easy to be be understandable. Besides, an abstract should also cover all parts and activities that have been conducted by the researcher. Koopman (1997: 1) and Owen D Williamson (2007: 3) said that one of the criteria of good abstract is that it should have the complete abstract structure: introduction, objective or aim, methodology, findings/results & discussion, and Conclusion written within 5 (five) paragraphs. In fact, not all abstracts written by Ph.D students have those 5 (five) aspects and format.

Based on the problem stated above, this research is aimed at finding and describing the writing format and variations of abstract structure written by Ph.D students of State Universities in Surabaya.

Meanwhile, the methodology employed in this research was descriptive qualitative. The data were taken from 15 dissertation abstracts written by Ph.D Students (8 abstracts from the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Planning/FTSP-ITS and the 7 others were from Medical Science of Airlangga University Surabaya). The data collected were the writing format dealing with the number of paragraphs of each abstract and its abstract structure.

Moreover, having been analyzed and discussed, among those 15 (fifteen) abstract texts, it was found that the writing format and its variations of abstract structure of dissertation was: [a] in accordance with the number of paragraphs: 6 (six) texts (40%) written in 3 paragraphs, 4 (four) texts (26,66%) written in 5 paragraphs, 3 (three) texts (20%) written in 4 paragraphs, 2 (two) texts (13,33%) written in 1 paragraph; [b] Meanwhile in accordance with the number of abstract structures: most of the abstracts: 9 (nine) texts (60%) were not completed with ‘conclusion‘, 5 (five) texts (33,33%) with no ‘objective‘, only 4 (four) texts (26,66%) were completed with the 5 (five) abstract structure, 4 (four) texts (26,66%) were not supported with the 2 (two) abstract structure: ‘objective and conclusion‘ and 1 (one) text (6,66%) did not have an ‘introduction‘.

Finally, it could be concluded that there were some variations dealing with the writing format of dissertation abstracts both in accordance with the number of paragraphs and and its abstract stucture.

A Discussion about Chinese EFL Classroom Ecology Imbalance

Li Wanrong, Nor Azmi Bin Mostafa — 2023-01-05

With the launch of the Chinese informatization-based educational reform in 2004, it prompted a
series of changes in the traditional classroom ecology, the development of information technologies,
and the college EFL classroom teaching, which emerged from a disorderly to a stable state. The
varying degrees of informatization-based education reform in different regions in China, have
encountered a host of unforeseen problems. One of the significant issues is that the original
teacher-centered classroom ecology is no longer balanced. In this essay, the structure and function
of the current imbalanced EFL classroom ecology would be discussed to address out the reasons
why this long-existed classroom ecology has been changed with the introduction of information
technology.

Peculiarities of the Foreign Dental Students’ Teaching the Topic “Oral Cavity Physiology”

2023-01-05

Assessing the typological belonging taking into consideration represents informative research area in the theoretical and applied branches of Science. Ethnic (EV Tkachenko et al., 2022), gender, age and mixed typological aspects such as gender-age (V Tsuber et al., 2014), ethno-gender-age (EV Tkachenko et al., 2022; ЕВ Ткаченко, 2021), temperament (EV Tkachenko, MKSK Pathan, 2021), interhemispherical asymmetry individual profile (EV Tkachenko, 2021), control locus (ЕВ Ткаченко, ВН Соколенко, 2021), behavioral strategies (EV Tkachenko et al., 2022; E Tkachenko et al., 2022), character accentuations and constitution types are the most known and used in research among them. Students represent separate age category, if the examined are foreigners – ethno-age typological aspect is taken into consideration, if male and female foreign students are in the research groups – they say and they write about ethno-gender-age typological aspect.

Comparative Analysis of Ambition in Shakespeare’s Macbeth and Milton’s Paradise Lost

Sanjukta Chakraborty, Dhritiman Chakraborty, Varun Gulati, Vineeta Prasad — 2023-01-05

The play Macbeth is a Tragedy written by Shakespeare in the Elizabethan Age while Milton’s Paradise Lost is an epic poem of 12 Books written in the Puritan Age. This work compares and contrasts the parallels in situations and settings between Shakespeare’s Macbeth and Milton’s Paradise Lost. Additionally, although one is a play and the other is a poem, both texts are shown to resemble in the plot as well as the particular personality traits of their characters. A deeper deconstruction of some of these, with particular emphasis on the trait and the effects of ‘ambition’, are analysed in this work. Starting from a low point at the beginning of the respective texts, its characters’ ambition drives them to commit more and more heinous crimes lead them down a path of destruction and death. Their tricks and manipulations further fuel their unchecked lust for power until they lose all perspective of morals, ethics, honour and values, making them not only the Anti-Heroes, but, in fact, the Villains in their own stories.

Language Development in Literary Text Between Child and Adult: Adaptation of Digital World

Dharinee Arvind, P. Harshini — 2023-06-06

Literature and language are always active in all the phases. Language and literature are like four walls in a room. It has a bonding towards each other. The word "Digital" is a communal phrase, meaning it has become quotidian. As we live literally in the digital world, people around us learnuniquely renovated phrases every day. In the high-tech world, persons of all ages are surrounded by smart devices. There is a bridge between children and adults where the children of ancient and modern times have learning differences, and their captivity power has upheaved. While we take language development in children, it is going on a super pace, but it makes a lot of difference in adults. The enamor in the child's birth grows internally as well as externally. This development in the adult has decreased due to the modern world. At present, elderly people are more involved in using gadgets that they fail to sleuth in children's enrichment of language. The recast of the innovation level has pros and cons. Not many know the cons of the digital world, but language development has descended in modern times. The adaptation in child and adult can be given by using small activities like newspaper reading, collecting new vocabularies, and forming sentences for our mundane activities. The chief pretension exhibitshow technology is traversing at its fast pace; in the same way, the language flourishing must also be at its par.

The Relationship between Self Efficacy and Classroom Climate with Self Regulated Learning Students of SMA Negeri 11 Medan

Nuraini Nuraini, Ima Damayanti, Faridz Ravsamjani — 2023-06-10

This study aims to determine the relationship between self-efficacy and classroom climate variables with self-regulated learning of SMA Negeri 11 Medan students. This study uses a correlational approach, which is to determine the relationship between research variables. The population is all students of SMA Negeri 11 Medan as many as 255 students. The sample is 160 students. Samples were taken using random sampling techniques.Data collection techniques used three scales, consisting of a scale of self-efficacy, classroom climate, self-regulated learning.The data collection technique used was a Likert scale questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using the Multiple Linear Regression formula. The results showed that there was a significant positive correlation between self-efficacy and self-regulated learning =0.349with p =0.003, this means that the higher self-confidence, the higher self-regulated learning. The coefficient =0.122. This shows that self-regulated learning is shaped by self-efficacy with a contribution of 12.2%.. There is a significant positive correlation betweenclassroom climateand self-regulated learning, where the coefficient of =0.636with p = 0.000, this means that the higher the family support, the higher the self-regulated learning. The coefficient of r squared for family support with the dependent variable on self-regulated learning is = 0.0.407. This shows that self-regulated learning is formed by family support with a contribution of40.7%. In addition, based on the results of data analysis, there was a significant relationship between self-efficacy andclassroom climatewith self-regulated learning, where the coefficient of =0.639with p = 0.000 means p <0.050. The determinant coefficient () of the relationship between self-confidence, family support and the dependent variable of self-regulated learning is =0.408. This shows that self-regulated learning is formed by self-confidence and family support with a contribution of 40.8%.

Analysis of the Complex Causes of Dropout of School in Nusa Tenggara Barat Indonesia

I Nyoman Wijana — 2023-06-10

This study aims to explore, analyze, and describe the complexity of the causes of children dropping out of school in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. The research was conducted in West Lombok Regency using qualitative methods based on the results of research and discussion using relevant theories, including theory; Pierre Bourdieu's class reproduction, John Broadus Watson's theory of behaviourism, and Raymond Boudon's rational choice theory, which can be concluded that the dropout phenomenon in West Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia is caused by many factors, namely; 1) early marriage, 2) poverty, 3) low motivation of children, 4) lack of parental support, 5) low IQ of children (not able to take lessons), and 6) social influence factors. Referring to the research findings, it is recommended to parties related to education policy that the problem of children dropping out of school cannot be solved alone by the government, so the government should involve universities to take part in dealing with the problems of school dropouts, for example with campus teaching programs, community service, and thematic Real Work Lectures. Al player that can holistically benefit the Malaysian education ecosystem.

Collective Memory and Political Authority

Enas Mohammed Hasan, Asawer Abdel-Hussein Abdel-Sada — 2023-06-24

The collective memory is one of the most important topics that emerged in the fifties of the last century, it represents the feeling of individuals and social groups in various forms in particular, which leads to the formation of a common national identity, each social group has a collective memory that specializes in and represents it, while the collective memory is the memory of social groups, the purpose of which is to recognize the other and search for commonalities in multiple societies and melt these groups in the crucible of citizenship, which leads to building a national identity.

Geopolitics

Mustafa Yahya Khalaf, Raba Sahib Abd — 2023-06-24

The essence of geopolitics is the analysis of international political relations in the light of conditions and geographical composition, and therefore geopolitical views must differ with the different geographical conditions that change with the change of human technology and the new concepts and forces that this entails for the same earth, and in this McKinder said: "Every century has its geopolitics, and to this day, our view of geographical facts is still colored by our preconceptions derived from the past for practical purposes".

Accessing Education by Scheduled Tribes in Central India: The Case of Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh

Tejaswita Duarah — 2023-07-11

Accessing to education is essential for the development of the society. However, marginalised groups like the scheduled tribes have often been limited by social constructs of the ‘verna system’ which is prevalent in Central India. The influence of cultural practices is reflected by the poor access to both literacy and education in the area as compared to the scheduled tribes of North East India which enjoys a more flexible culture and had been exposed to the activities of Christian missionaries during the colonial period. The prevalence of patriarchy in Central India has too seen its influence to a wider gender disparity in the area. The paper discusses the disparity in literacy and educational attainment of scheduled tribes in Central India, with special reference to Maharashtra and Chhattisgarh.

The Effect of Using Small Games on Developing Emotional Intelligence Skills among Schoolchildren Aged (11-12) Years

Rana Mahmoud Mohammed Al-Taie, Dr. Nibras Younis Al Murad, Aqil Yahya Al-Araji — 2023-01-05

The aim of the research is to select a group of small games to develop emotional intelligence skills for school pupils at the age of (11-12) years, as well as to know the impact of these games. For the study, due to its suitability and the nature and objectives of this study, the research community consisted of school students at the age of (11_12) years for the academic year (2022-2023), and their number was (360) students. This research was conducted in the period from 6/11/2022 to 21/1 / 2023 and on a sample of students from Al-Azd Primary School for Boys for the academic year (2022_2023) and at the age of (11-12) years, and their number reached (72) students, 20% of the research community. And each group consisted of (36) students after conducting the processes of homogeneity and equivalence, and the appropriate tests were selected by the researcher, with conducting a mini-exploratory experiment on a group of (30) students from outside the basic research sample, tools and aids in the research Pre-tests were conducted on the two groups, and then small games were applied within the educational units of (20) units in a period of ten weeks. Several conclusions were made, the most important of which was that the vocabulary of small games played an effective and significant role in developing emotional intelligence skills, as well as the differences between the pre and post tests of the control group members appeared significantly, which were subject to the approach followed in the physical education lesson plan for the sixth grade of the primary stage, and in the light of these conclusions The researcher recommended the necessity of applying the small games group in the physical education lesson in primary schools, as well as the need to create the educational environment with the capabilities and tools necessary to apply the small games during the main part of the physical education lesson.

Managerial Principles of Prophetic Schools on the Management of Educational Facilities and Infrastructure

Dadang Rahman Munandar, N. Fathurrohman, Yousef Bani Ahmad — 2023-07-28

Education is a conscious and planned effort to create intelligent, independent and noble human beings. Education in question is not just a transfer of knowledge but also a transfer of value or transfer of value. Of course, school cannot be separated as a vehicle for learning. This study aims to determine the correlation relationship between professional school principal management and management of infrastructure to improve student learning services where there is a causal correlation that influences each other between variables. By using a quantitative research design to test the hypothesis using a research sample of 50 respondents consisting of teachers and students. The sampling technique in this study was simple random sampling using the Taro Yamane formula quoted from Akdon and Sahlan. Data from the instrument were processed using descriptive statistical analysis methods or inferential statistics using applied mathematical formulas (statistics).

Based on the results of the product moment correlation analysis "the managerial role of the principal in the development of facilities and infrastructure at Annihayah Middle School is said to be significant with a value of 0.719. Then the value of 0.719 indicates that it has a positive relationship and a very strong level of relationship as seen from the correlation coefficient interval between 3.80 – 1.000. Based on the results of simple linear regression calculations, namely Y = 10,523 + 0.809X and R Square of 0.719, it means that the managerial role of the school principal in developing facilities and infrastructure is 80.90%. The results of the hypothesis test show that the alternative hypothesis (Ho) "there is a managerial relationship between the prophetic school principal and the management of infrastructure to improve student learning services". So that the results of the hypothesis test can be verified in this study.

Social Media as a Means of Da'wah in the Digital Age

Zamakhsyari Abdul Majid — 2023-01-05

Da'wah is the responsibility of everyone, regardless of occupation, to be able to transmit da'wah messages that are acceptable by the public or society. To deliver the word of da'wah, effective measures must be used, so that the community understands the purposes of da'wah. The media is one of the vehicles for delivering these da'wah ideas; in fact, the media wields tremendous power in leading and influencing the audience's attitude. Along with technological advancement, the media underwent a remarkable transformation. Various social media platforms have sprung up in an attempt to attract the people as users. The purpose of this research is to examine the role of social media as a Da'wah field in the Digital Age. The study's findings indicate that using social media as a da'wah field has enormous potential for reaching a large audience and influencing individual behavior. However, numerous factors must be considered in order for social media da'wah to be effective. First, it is critical to improve one's relationship with Allah SWT so that the da'wah given is blessed and genuine. Second, recognizing the needs of the ummah is critical in communicating relevant and heartfelt da'wah messages. Third, religious knowledge must be constantly increased and enriched so that da'wah has a solid base and high credibility. Fourth, beginning preaching in one's immediate surroundings is a sensible step toward developing solid relationships and expanding the reach of da'wah through social networks. Fifth, always increase religious knowledge so that da'wah can be given with a thorough understanding and the correct responses to audience inquiries or doubts.

Analyzing Critical Thinking Skills as A Deterrent to Religious-Based Conflicts

Agus Abdul Rahman, Farid Soleh Nurdin — 2023-09-20

The study of religious-based conflict is still a hot topic, especially since conflict resolution is different, some of which use cultural, criminal law approaches, and some are resolved with local wisdom. This research aims to analyze the ability to think critically as a deterrent to religious conflicts. By adopting quantitative methods, the data obtained are in the form of numbers and can be analyzed based on statistical procedures with rules and requirements that must be met, such as concrete/empirical, objective, measurable, rational, and systematic. This research procedure starts from the preparation stage, where the researcher determines the problem based on phenomena that occur in the field, determines the research topic, conducts a literature review, looks for a theoretical basis and scope, formulates a problem and framework that will be a reference for research, conducts an initial study, determines the population and sample, and compiles a measuring instrument that will be used when collecting data. The research instrument was a set of questionnaires consisting of informed consent, demographic data, peacemaking behavior, and psychological factors consisting of critical thinking skills. The participants in this study were 2800 people from the general public who were recruited using convenience sampling. The results of the analysis show a large absolute t-value of > 1.96, which means that the trajectory coefficient is significant. This shows that critical thinking power directly affects peacemaking as a variable to prevent religious conflict.

Clay Educative Games to Increase Learning Concentration of ADHD Children in Ibnu Sina Bandung Inclusion Kindergarten

Teti Ratnawulan — 2023-11-01

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a medical term for children who experience behavioral disorders and is found in many children, of course requiring learning that can increase the child's concentration in learning. The aim of this research is to find out how educational clay games can improve children's learning concentration at Ibnu Sina Bandung Inclusive Kindergarten. This research uses the Single Subject Research (SSR) experimental method with a quantitative approach. The research subjects were ADHD children at the Ibnu Sina Bandung Inclusion Kindergarten. Data collection techniques through tests and observations. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics displayed in the form of tables and graphs. It is known that the length of the phase is divided into three, namely baseline phase 1 (A) = 3, intervention = 7, baseline 2 (A') = 3. In the baseline phase 1, you get a mean level score of 15.33 in the low category, in the intervention phase you get a score the mean level was 21.85 in the quite good category, and in the baseline phase 2 they got a mean level score of 24.66 in the good category. Based on research results, it shows that educational clay games can improve the concentration of ADHD children at Ibnu Sina Inclusion Kindergarten Bandung. This educational clay game is recommended to educators and parents because it can increase children's concentration in learning in children who have ADHD.

Clay Educative Games to Increase Learning Concentration of ADHD Children in IBNU Sina Bandung Inclusion Kindergarten

Teti Ratnawulan — 2023-11-18

Teacher Development Management to Improve Professional Competency: Case Study at SMA Negeri 1 and SMA Negeri 3 Bekasi

Munawir Munawir, Ade Tutty R. Rossa, Waska Warta, Ida Tejawiani — 2023-01-05

This research is based on the low level of teacher competency in their field, this causes each teacher to have differences in mastering the required competencies. This research aims to analyze the implementation of teacher coaching to improve professionalism. This study is qualitative research with an implementation study method. The research was conducted at SMA Negeri 1 and SMA Negeri 3 Bekasi. Data collection techniques: Direct observation, interviews and documentation studies or document and archive searches. Law Number 20 of 2003, Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia Number 19 of 2005, every educational unit in formal and non-formal channels is obliged to guarantee the quality of education. In making quality plans or the quality of providing good education, you can use the PDCA cycle theory (Plan, Do, Check, and Action) or what is known as the Deming Wheel. The results of the research show that the implementation of coaching management to increase teacher competency has been carried out in accordance with the SNP, but in general needs to be improved. Conclusion: Implementation of teacher coaching management makes a positive contribution to increasing teacher professional competence with a staged approach to the coaching management process and there are differences because the Vision and Mission of the two schools are different. To achieve its vision, schools need to strengthen the position of the School Quality Assurance Team and learning committee and continue to implement a positive culture: mindset, attitude patterns and behavior patterns based on national education standards.

Academic Information System Management to Improve Quality Student Services

Widiasih Kartikasari, Ade Tutty R. Rossa, Hanafiah Hanafiah, Deti Rostini — 2023-01-05

This dissertation research is motivated by the problem of weak servers often going down if the website provided when accessed cannot be opened due to internet network problems (errors), slow input of grades from course lecturers into the academic portal system according to the time given, taking student study plans (KRS), there are still students who do not fill in the KRS at the specified time, the KHS (Study Result Card) does not come out when the KRS registration time has arrived, students cannot take semester courses, the reference is the previous semester's KHS, an alternative is for students to be able to fill in the KRS during registration, students forget their password, so students have to go to the operator directly to be able to open it again, human resources are still not optimal in providing information to students about academics, learning facilities and infrastructure, the quality of some lecturers is still low and the effectiveness of education in general is still lacking. The aim of this research is to obtain an overview and analysis of academic information system management in improving the quality of student services. This is in line with the opinion of Henry Fayol who said that management is a process consisting of activities for planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and controlling. The method used is a case study method with a qualitative approach. Results of research on academic information system management in improving the quality of student services in the form of online and offline campus academic administration. In conclusion, academic information system management in improving the quality of student services has been implemented objectively, measurably, transparently and accountably and academic information system management policies in improving the quality of student services have fulfilled the principles of planning, organizing, coordinating. and control (controlling) and has implemented quality principles and culture both factually, conceptually, contextually and value-based, although in its implementation there are still several obstacles.

Use of Learning Video Media in Biology Education Subjects

Cartono Cartono — 2023-01-05

Video-based learning has great potential for the future of learning, including biology lessons. This research aims to evaluate the use and development of videos in biology education along with the challenges that will be faced in the future in video learning media in biology education. This research uses a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. The results show that the use of videos can effectively improve student achievement and encourage them to participate actively. The video format can be adjusted to suit learning needs, but educators need skills to optimize advantages and overcome disadvantages. Biology learning videos have been widely developed and proven to be valid. Learning methods such as Problem Based Learning and Guided Inquiry can be integrated to provide a more focused learning structure. Future challenges faced in learning with video media include accurate and relevant content, accessibility and availability of infrastructure, interactivity and student involvement, production quality and creativity, suitability to student diversity needs, evaluation and measurement of effectiveness, continuous maintenance and updating, and aspects ethics and privacy.