Toponym Typology of Temples in Tourist Destinations in Bali

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This research analyzed the toponym categories utilized in naming temples and the variability in language employed in the process within tourist destinations in Bali. Through a comprehensive analysis of temple names, it examines the prevalence of different toponym categories, including associative, descriptive, copied, and eponymous and also the language used to form the temple names namely Old Javanese, Balinese and Sanskrit. Additionally, the study explores the linguistic sources contributing to the naming of temples, considering factors such as historical, cultural, and religious influences. By synthesizing data from various tourist destinations in Bali, this research sheds light on the complex interplay of linguistic diversity and cultural heritage in temple naming practices, offering insights into the rich tapestry of Bali’s religious landscape.

Roundpics Based on Process Approach to Improve Students’ Achievement in Writing

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The objectives of this study are; 1) to find out the significant difference of student’s writing achievement between those who were taught through the modified roundtable technique with a picture based on the process approach and original roundtable technique, and 2) to find out the difference of students’ perceptions between those techniques. A quantitative and qualitative study in the form of control group pretest-posttest design was conducted which involved two classes; each class consisted of 21 students of MTSS Darul Huffazh, Pesawaran, Indonesia. The data were analyzed through the independent t-test. The results show that the students’ writing achievement in the experimental class increased from 38.76 to 68.95 and there is a significant difference with the sig. (2 tailed) of 0.00 < 0.05. The result in the control class also increased from 37.81 to 49.05 and there is a significant difference with the sig. (2 tailed) of 0.00 < 0.05. Meanwhile, the result of the significance value of the experimental class and the control class is 0.00 < α = 0.05. This indicates that there is a significant difference in students’ writing achievement between the students who were taught using the modified roundtable technique with pictures and the original roundtable technique. Meanwhile, for the second research question, the researcher used a questionnaire measured using a five-range Likert scale and analyzed through the independent t-test. The results show that there was a significant difference in the students’ perceptions. The positive responses of students toward the modified roundtable technique with pictures are 74.28% and 70.95% toward the original roundtable technique. The findings suggest that language teachers need to provide other media to help students find new information easily. In conclusion, learning using modifying roundtable technique with pictures is more effective on students’ writing achievement than those who were taught through the original roundtable technique.

Relationship between Body Condition and Colostrum Production in Crossbred Friesian Holstein Dairy Cattle: A Case Study at KUD Anjasmoro Dairy Farm

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This study aims to evaluate the relationship between the body condition of crossbred Friesian Holstein (PFH) dairy cattle and colostrum production, focusing on Body Condition Score (BCS) and vital statistics such as chest circumference, body length, and height. The research was conducted at the KUD Anjasmoro dairy farm in the Wonosalam District of Jombang from November 2022 to April 2023. A case study method was used by observing 42 PFH cows during lactation periods 1 to 5. The results show that BCS and vital statistics have a strong relationship with colostrum production. The analysis indicates that colostrum production increases with increasing BCS and vital statistics. Although the relationship between body length and colostrum production is not significant, body height has a significant influence on colostrum production. In conclusion, proper nutrition and care management can increase colostrum production in dairy cows, which will positively impact overall dairy farm productivity.

Internal Factors Affecting Firm Value (Case Study of Manufacturing Companies in Indonesia)

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Despite the pivotal role of the manufacturing sector in the Indonesian economy and its continuous growth, there exists a dearth of comprehensive research on the determinants of firm value within this sector. The lack of understanding regarding how financial factors such as leverage, liquidity, profitability, and firm size impact firm value among manufacturing companies listed on the IDX hinders effective decision-making for investors, creditors, stakeholders, and company management. This study aims to Investigate the effects of firm size, profitability, liquidity, and leverage on firm value is the main purpose of this study, which focuses on manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). The population comprises manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2018 to 2022. Using purposive sampling technique and going through the sampling criteria, a final sample of 82 companies was used in this research. The data analysis method used in this study was a regression analysis using SPSS software. The study revealed that higher debt levels (Leverage) and excessive cash reserves (Liquidity) were linked to decreased firm value. Additionally, the finding also shows that as companies became more profitable, their overall value tended to decrease. On a positive note, larger firms (Firm Size) exhibited higher company value. The findings have implications for investors, creditors, and stakeholders navigating the Indonesian manufacturing sector, providing nuanced insights into financial determinants of firm value. These findings emphasize the importance of a balanced financial strategy for companies and highlight the advantages of size in the economic landscape.

Analysis the Effect of Company Size, Profitability, Capital Structure and Risk Profile on Firm Value with Dividend Policy as a Moderating in Banking on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (2013-2022)

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This research was conducted to test and analyze the influence of company size, profitability, capital structure, and risk profile as independent variables on firm value as the dependent variable, as well as dividend policy to moderate the relationship between the independent variable and dependent variable. The research method in this research is quantitative research with panel data regression analysis using the Eviews application. The research object in this study is banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2013-2022 period. The sampling technique used purposive sampling and found 110 observations. The research result show that profitability and capital structure have a positive effect on firm value. Meanwhile, company size and risk profile have no effect on firm value. The dividend policy is able to moderate the relationship between capital structure and risk profile with firm value. Meanwhile, the dividend policy is unable to moderate the relationship between company size and profitability with firm value.

The Influence of Good Corporate Governance on Firm Value before and during COVID-19 in Indonesia

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This study investigates the impact of independent commissioners, audit committees, institutional ownership, and managerial ownership on the firm value of Indonesian manufacturing companies, both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. Employing a quantitative research design and associative research approach, our findings reveal a positive relationship between independent commissioners and firm value, supporting existing literature on the role of independent commissioners in enhancing corporate governance. Conversely, the analysis indicates a negative influence of audit committees on firm value, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach to their formation to avoid undue restrictions on managerial autonomy. The examination of institutional and managerial ownership’s effects on firm value yields inconclusive results, suggesting the need for further exploration. Additionally, our study evaluates the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on firm value using a dummy variable and a t-test, revealing no significant change in values during the pandemic. The focus on the Indonesian manufacturing sector provides valuable context, suggesting potential sector-specific resilience to pandemic challenges. Overall, this research contributes nuanced insights into corporate governance dynamics and their resilience in the face of unprecedented global events.

Laboratory Investigation on Permeability Change and Economic Analysis Using Some Selected Nanoparticles for Enhanced Oil Recovery

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Enhanced oil recovery using nanoparticles is an emerging technique that can potentially alter permeability and wettability of porous media for improved oil mobilization. This study experimentally investigates the permeability alteration caused by three commonly used nanoparticle types – copper (ii) oxide, zinc oxide and silicon oxide. Core flooding experiments were conducted on reservoir rock samples before and after treatment with nanoparticle dispersions. Results show decrease in permeability by 35% for copper (ii) oxide, 30% for zinc oxide and 10% silicon oxide respectively. Pore-scale analysis indicates that permeability change occurs through mechanisms like pore throat blocking/wettability alteration. Nanoparticle concentration is also found to influence the permeability variation, with optimal dosage. Among the systems tested, Silicon oxide is the most effective formulation for enhancing oil recovery applications based on its ability to recover oil with minimal alteration to formation permeability. From the result, Silicon oxide had a cumulative recovery of 17ml, 18.0ml and 18.5ml thereby generating a percentage recovery of 73.91%, 78.26% and 80.43%  while Zinc oxide had a cumulative recovery of 15.5ml, 18.0ml and 16.5ml thereby generating a percentage recovery of 77.50%, 78.26% and 71.74ml%, lastly Copper (ii) oxide had a cumulative recovery of 16.5ml, 17.0 and 16.0 generating a percentage recovery of 75%, 73.91% and 72.72% respectively with a concentration of 0.1%, 0.3%, and 0.5%. This study demonstrates the potential of Silicon oxide nanoparticles for enhanced oil recovery through permeability manipulation in porous media, however, the economic analysis shows that it’s quite expensive due to its cost of production and won’t be ideal for use. Hence Zinc oxide which also has a high volume of oil recovery, and less production cost can be used.

The Effect of Project-Based Learning Models and Learning Styles on Creative Thinking Skills of Students

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The purposes of this study are: (1) to examine the effect of the Project-Based Learning model on the creative thinking skills of students, (2) to examine the effect of Learning Styles on the creative thinking skills of students, (3) to examine the effect of the interaction between Project-Based Learning and Learning Styles on creative thinking skills of students. The research design is quasi-experimental research. The subjects of this study are 22 students majoring in Mathematics Education at Wisnuwardhana University, and the instruments used are questionnaires and tests. The analysis technique used is two-way ANOVA (Analysis of Variance). The results of the study showed that there is an effect of the PjBL learning model on students’ creative thinking skills because the calculated F value is 5.976 with a probability value or significance of 0.04 < 0.05. The hypothesis test results for the Learning Styles factor obtained a calculated F value of 34.012 with a probability value or significance of 0.03 < 0.05. This means that there is a significant difference in creative thinking skills among students with Visual, Auditory, and Kinesthetic learning styles. Additionally, there is an influence of the interaction between the Learning Model and Learning Styles on creative thinking skills because the calculated F value is 7.760 with a probability value or significance of 0.04 < 0.05.

 

Bioremediation of Saline Soils with the Consortium of Halophilic Bacteria

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88 strains of bacteria were isolated and purified from the naturally saline soils of Kumisi, Sagarejo and Alazani valley (Eastern Georgia). Based on the initial identification all strains belong to the genus Bacillus. Two strains – Bacillus spp. 8(3)1) and Bacillus spp. 7(5)4, resistant to chloride, sulfate and mixed (chloride-sulfate) salinity, as well as possessing high cellulase and amylase activities were selected as a result of successive screenings among the isolated bacteria. After the antagonism between potential members of the consortium has been excluded, the consortium of halophilic bacteria was created. Compost was made and applied to moderately saline soils using the halophilic consortium. The bioremediation of saline soils of Alazani was especially successful: the halophilic consortium has reduced the salt content in the soil by 41% during the 21 days of composting.

Machine Learning as Managerial Tool: A Case Study in ADNOC

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In the current business environment, managers are facing challenges in managing different kinds of people. They find it difficult to track, evaluate, and manage employees in a fast-paced work setting. Machine learning is an emerging concept that deals with unsupervised and supervised learning of a machine to provide a usable system. In this matter, this paper aims to investigate how companies can leverage the use of machine learning in people management and in improving the performance, productivity, and motivation of employees and managers. Thus, the research used both qualitative and quantitative research approaches to examine the impact of machine learning in an organizational setting.