Poor sleep quality is common among adolescents and can impair cognitive function, physical health, mental health, and academic achievement. Acupuncture and acupressure are non-pharmacological therapies that can be used to improve sleep quality because they are safe, effective, and have minimal side effects. This study aims to analyse the effect of acupuncture intervention on sleep […]
Background: Social Science and Natural Science (IPAS) learning in elementary schools faces significant challenges, particularly in teaching the topic of social and cultural diversity in Indonesia. Conventional, teacher-centered approaches have failed to stimulate students’ critical thinking skills and active engagement, especially in the multi-ethnic context of Sanggau Regency, West Kalimantan. Objectives: This study aims to: […]
Unmanaged waste and heavy reliance on landfill disposal highlight the urgent need for sustainable municipal solid waste management planning in Ambon City. This study developed a system dynamics model to evaluate policy scenarios for increasing managed waste and reducing landfilled waste. Using Powersim Studio 10, the model projected waste generation and waste management performance from […]
This paper examines the determinants of pre-serviced teachers’ satisfaction concerning the training quality within the Primary Education program at Thu Dau Mot University. Empirical data were gathered from a sample of 303 pre-serviced teachers via questionnaires. SPSS 26 was employed to conduct Cronbach’s Alpha reliability testing, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), Pearson correlation analysis, and multiple […]
Lexical compatibility plays a crucial role in the formation and interpretation of word combinations across languages. It reflects the semantic, syntactic, and collocational constraints that determine the co-occurrence of lexical units in discourse. This study investigates the principle of lexical compatibility in selected Germanic languages, with particular emphasis on English and German. Employing a comparative […]
Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease that requires long-term treatment. Treatment adherence is an important factor in controlling blood glucose levels and preventing complications. Patient perception based on the Health Belief Model (HBM) is thought to play a role in shaping treatment adherence behavior. This study aims to analyze the influence of HBM perceptions […]
This article examines key European regulations concerning hazardous substances. To this end, the relevant provisions were analyzed and their requirements identified. The REACH and CLP regulations form the basis for the registration, classification, labeling, and handling of chemicals and chemical products within European Union member states. They are supplemented by other EU regulations addressing particularly […]
Budget control and accountability are key aspects of public sector financial management. Both in developed and developing economy, public institutions exist to manage public resources in an efficient, transparent, and accountable manner. Concerns about transparency and accountability in Kenya’s public sector institutions are a result of corruption, mismanagement of funds, weak internal control, and inefficient […]
The article provides an overview of the optimal control prediction framework for non-linear CPS and DCS in automation. The core issue is the fact that the present architecture of modern automation systems does not behave like a closed loop control system anymore. The design of these systems combines sensors, actuators, edge controllers, communication channels, digital […]
This study aimed to develop Project Based Learning (PjBL) instructional tools through plastic-waste paving block design based on Van Hiele theory that are valid and practical for learning similarity topics. The study employed a Research and Development (R&D) approach using the 4D model developed by Thiagarajan, consisting of the define, design, develop, and disseminate stages. […]
