Exploring English-majored Students’ Academic Stress and Coping Strategies: A Mixed Method Research at a Private University

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Academic stress has long been a subject of interest among researchers. University students often face significant levels of stress due to a variety of stressors. This study aims to (1) examine the prevalence of stress and the factors contributing to it, and (2) explore students’ views on stress and their coping strategies among undergraduate English studies students. A survey was conducted with a randomly selected sample of 125 students from a private university, using a questionnaire. The questionnaire addressed both academic and non-academic factors, revealing an average stress level of 2.72. Female English studies students reported a slightly higher stress level compared to their male counterparts. The findings revealed that, among academic stressors, fear of failure was the primary contributor, while limited time for recreation and homesickness were identified as the main non-academic stressors. The second data is derived from a case study design with semi-structured interview with 12 English-majored university students at the private university. The results identify 3 main coping strategies used by students when facing school stress: (1) evasion, (2) diversion, and (3) resolution. These findings highlight the critical importance of teaching about stress and coping strategies in health and life skills education.

A Comparative Study of Friendship in The Poetry of Du Fu (China) and Tu Xuong (Vietnam)

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Du Fu is one of the greatest poets of Chinese literature, while Tu Xuong is one of the representative poets of Vietnamese literature. Besides the similarities, the lives and literary careers of the two authors still have differences that create distinctive characteristics in the writing style of each poet. Researching the influence of Du Fu on Tu Xuong not only opens up a view of the cultural exchange between the two literary traditions but also reflects the process of absorbing and creating Vietnamese poetry from the cultural and artistic values ​​of China. Our research focuses on comparing the content of friendship in the poems of Du Fu and Tu Xuong to see the exchange and difference in content in the writings of the two poets.

Morphological Characteristics of Jackfruit at Pasar Manna District of South Bengkulu, Indonesia

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Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus Lamk) is a plant species with high potential to develop. This species is commonly found in home gardens and adaptive to various environmental conditions. The use of jackfruit as a table fruit, vegetable, and medicine has remained limited. This study aims to assess the genetic diversity of local jackfruit in Pasar Manna District, South Bengkulu Regency, Indonesia, based on morphological traits and soluble solids concentration. Field observations and purposive sampling were employed, and plant morphology was identified using both qualitative and quantitative data based on the descriptors published by the International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI, 2000). Morphological analysis of 10 jackfruit trees from five sub-districts in Pasar Manna District revealed 35 distinct traits, highlighting both differences and similarities among genotypes. The identified accessions—Tanjung Mulia1 (TM1), Tanjung Mulia2 (TM2), Ketapang Besar1 (KB1), Ketapang Besar2 (KB2), Padang Sialang1 (PS1), Padang Sialang2 (PS2), Pasar Bawah1 (PB1), Pasar Bawah2 (PB2), Pasar Mulia1 (PM1), and Pasar Mulia2 (PM2)—exhibited variations in plant morphology. TM1, TM2, and PS1 produced fruits with spheroid and ellipsoid shapes, weighing between 5.8 kg and 8.9 kg, with sugar content ranging from 11 Brix to 17 Brix. These findings indicate significant variation in fruit, stem, and seed morphology, suggesting adaptation to the local environment. This study contributes to the advancement of enhanced jackfruit germplasm in South Bengkulu, Indonesia.

Life History of Retired Staff at Inifap, Veracruz, Mexico

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This research is focused on knowing the life histories of retired personnel of the general base-field tabulator who worked at INIFAP for the regulatory period, which is more than 30 years of service. The premise of the study is that there are specific cases where sometimes there are people who retire and enjoy their pension very little time because they die in the short time after that stage of retirement. The study was conducted with a naturalistic paradigm through a descriptive case study approach, and the prioritization of qualitative data focused on the life stories of people already retired from INIFAP. In this case, two people already retired some years ago from INIFAP and who were assigned to the Cotaxtla Experimental Field and identified in the document as Participant 1 and 2, respectively, participated. A script for the interviews, as well as an interview recorded with a high-end cell phone were used as instruments in the collection of life histories, in which the information was systematized by means of the aforementioned instrument and thus have the complete chronicle. With this research, it is intended that the approaches expressed in this article serve as support to those who have in their daily life will have similar situations to the one exposed and, specifically, so it is concluded that it was possible to identify several factors that motivated and at the same time satisfied the INIFAP field personnel who retired in previous years.

Comparative Analysis of Selected Heavy Metals and Trace Elements Content in Hair Dyes Products at Sudanese Market and Their Health Implications

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Heavy metals are naturally occurring elements that have a high atomic weight.  They have been included in many industrial, domestic, medical and agricultural applications. This raised concerns over their health implications and the environment. The present study was conducted in Khartoum state for females utilizing commercial hair dye, aimed to study health implications of selected heavy metals and trace elements in commercially available hair dyes. The main aim of the present research work refers to the high degree of toxicity of some heavy metals, such as cadmium, mercury, lead and others, that are of public health significance. These health implications depend on various factors such as, type of chemical materials, route of exposure, age, gender, nutritional status, etc. In this context, the researcher compared the findings related to the present studied trace elements and heavy metals with other studies in the literature. 313 participants participating in this study, ages between less than 20 years and more than 40 years. Most of them of university education level. Many of participants have gray hair. The results of this study showed the presence of lead, copper, chromium, nickel and cadmium in all of the analyzed hair dye samples. The pure mineral dyes have higher concentrations of the heavy metals than the synthetic dyes studied. Long term and frequent use of these products polluted with such heavy metals should be avoided. They may cause slow release of metals into the human body and may pose serious health risksto their users. Regulatory agencies saddled with maintaining standard of products should regularly monitor these products for long-term health benefits of the users. Heavy metals of Cd, Pb, Cu,, Hg Cr and Ni, were found in all hair dye samples tested. Heavy metals in blood samples of participants cause many symptoms and disease after using hair dyes.  The most concentrated   heavy metals and trace elements (i.e. Pb, Cd, Mn, Hg, Cu and Ni) in blood samples of participants were tested. Results clarified that the high concentration represented for LEAD in blood samples by FLAME AAS and GF AAS. The results also showed the socio demographic factors for using hair dyes, and factors behind using synthetic hair dyes instead of natural hair dyes. Many studies and researches that focused on the topic of the current study confirmed the presence of heavy metals in the cosmetics of poetry of hair dyes and different types of henna. Some women differ in the presence of heavy metals in their vital components, such as hair and blood, depending on their use of cosmetics and the number of times used.

AI Chatbot: A Teaching Tool to Support the Development of Self-learning capacity in Chemistry for High School Students

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In the context of digital transformation and the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI), the use of AI technology in general and AI Chatbot in particular in education has become a significant trend. There is an increasing number of studies and practical applications of AI Chatbot in teaching and learning. Research indicates that AI Chatbot bring numerous benefits to the teaching process of subjects such as foreign languages, mathematics, science, chemistry, and more. This paper analyzes the potential of AI Chatbot in supporting the self-learning process of high school students in Chemistry. By integrating artificial intelligence technology, AI Chatbot not only provide instant information but also personalize the learning process, helping students enhance their self-learning capacity more effectively. Specifically, the study focuses on identifying the relationship between AI Chatbot and the self-learning process in Chemistry, while also proposing methods to implement AI Chatbot in Chemistry education to improve self-learning capacity for high school students in particular and for other subjects and levels of education in general.

Influence of Teachers’ Assessment Procedures on Student Achievements in Public Junior Schools in Langata Sub County Nairobi, Kenya

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This study investigated the influence of teachers’ assessment procedures on student learning achievements in public junior schools in Langata Sub County, Nairobi City County, Kenya. It was guided by the hypothesis H01: There is no significant relationship between teachers’ assessment procedures and student achievements in these schools. The research employed Howard Gardner’s (1983) Multiple Intelligences Theory, which posits that intelligence consists of various dimensions and educators can enhance learning by addressing these diverse intelligences. A descriptive survey research design targeted 159 public junior secondary schools, 159 head teachers, 480 teachers, and 2 Curriculum Support Officers (CSOs). The sampling included 32 schools, 32 head teachers, 2 CSOs, and 96 teachers. Data was collected using interview schedules and questionnaires and analyzed through the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 28. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics such as frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviation, while qualitative data was processed using content analysis. Findings revealed a significant relationship between teachers’ assessment procedures and students’ learning achievement (Chi-square = 106.222, p = 0.000). The study concluded that assessment procedures significantly influenced student achievement and recommended that teachers adopt assessments that evaluate core competencies like creativity and problem-solving. The Ministry of Education, KICD, and school leaders should review and track the effectiveness of assessment practices to ensure alignment with national education goals.

The Future of E-Waste Recycling: Emerging Technologies and Practices Evaluating the Social and Economic Benefits of Advanced E-Waste Recycling Technologies

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The exponential development in electronic waste (e-waste) has become an urgent global concern, necessitating new and sustainable recycling solutions. Emerging technologies, including bioleaching, robots, and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven material recovery, present prospects to transform e-waste management by enhancing resource recovery, minimizing environmental impact, and boosting social and economic growth. This study assesses the effectiveness of these sophisticated recycling technologies, concentrating on their economic viability, environmental sustainability, and societal advantages. A mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative data analysis and qualitative insights, gives a full appraisal of the revolutionary potential of these technologies in the context of a circular economy.

Female Sexual Disfunction in Teachers and Nurses of Productive Age in Lampung, Indonesia

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Sexual function is an important part of an individual’s physical and emotional well-being that can be influenced by various factors, including the type of work. Vocational high school (SMK) teachers and nurses are faced with different working conditions, with levels of stress, social interactions, and workloads that may impact their sexual lives. This study aims to analyze sexual function based on the type of work of female teachers and nurses in Indonesia. This study used a cross sectional study 82 people consisting of 41 nurses at Ryacudu Hospital and 41 teachers at SMK 01 Kotabumi, SMK YPIB Kotabumi, SMK Muhammadiah Abung Timur, North Lampung, Indonesia. The sample were selected by purposive sampling from July to December 2024. Data were collected through a questionnaire that measured aspects of sexual function such as sexual satisfaction, sexual desire, and sexual disorders experienced. Data analysis using Mann-Whitney test to determine the differences in sexual function in nurses and teachers. The results show that there is no difference in sexual function in female nurses at HM Ryacudu Hospital Kotabumi and female teachers at SMK 01 Kotabumi, SMK YPIB Kotabumi, SMK Muhammadiah Abung Timur (p-value = 0.745). Female teachers and nurses are expected to pay more attention to their sexual function so that it does not affect their performance at work.

The Influence of Service Quality and Telemedicine Convenience on Patient Trust and Its Impact on Elderly Patient Satisfaction at Siloam Hospital Bekasi Sepanjang Jaya

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This study aims to analyze the influence of service quality and the convenience of telemedicine on patient trust and its impact on the satisfaction of elderly patients at Siloam Hospital Bekasi Sepanjang Jaya. The research employs a quantitative method with an associative approach. The population in this study consists of all elderly patients treated at Siloam Hospital Bekasi Sepanjang Jaya from January to September 2024, totaling 859 patients. A sample of 136 elderly patients was used. The analytical method applied is the SEM using SmartPLS (Partial Least Square). The findings indicate that service quality affects patient trust, telemedicine affects patient trust, service quality affects patient satisfaction, and telemedicine affects patient satisfaction, trust influences patient satisfaction, service quality mediated by trust influences patient satisfaction, and telemedicine mediated by trust influences the satisfaction of elderly patients at Siloam Hospital Bekasi Sepanjang Jaya.