Policing Pests on Plants: Securitisation of Desert Locust Management Practices to Protect Human Security

The gregarious desert locust is one of the most dangerous pests that require urgent and extreme interventions. The study, therefore, sought to analyse desert locust management practices that were securitised to protect human security in Kenya. The study employed a mixed methods approach using ex-post facto evaluation and cross-sectional survey designs. The target population included desert locust-affected persons. A multi-stage sampling approach using stratified and purposive random sampling techniques was used to target a sample size of 900 respondents drawn from 30 counties affected by desert locusts. Structured questionnaires and focus group discussions (FGD) were used to collect quantitative and qualitative data. Quantitative data was analysed through descriptive and inferential statistics using frequencies, percentages and ordinal logistic regression. Qualitative data was analysed using thematic analysis and incorporated in the discussion. The results showed that there was securitisation of chemical control, recovery programs, physical control, surveillance and indigenous technical knowledge and skills (ITKS), contributing 43%, 16%,16%, 15% and 10% in safeguarding food security against desert locusts. From the findings, the study concludes that all the phases of managing desert locusts were securitised to protect human security. Since the securitisation of chemical control had the highest contribution in protecting human security against desert locust risks, the study recommends research on and the application of biological pesticides rather than synthetic insecticides

An appraisal on the Role of Technology in Modern Education, Opportunities and Challenges

The influence of technology in modern education is a transformative force that has changed the learning and teaching process in contemporary education. This study investigates several aspects of the impact of technology on education, with emphasis on both the opportunities and challenges it presents. Technology's benefits in education have shown that accessibility and diversity in education have risen in rapid technological growth due to digital resources and personalised learning possibilities. The implication showcases that technology would better enhance an inclusive education that accommodates diverse learners and ensures interactive learning, bearing in mind the global connectivity of technology. Despite technology's immense possibilities and benefits in modern education, it should be managed appropriately to avoid challenges such as privacy and security concerns and ethical and societal considerations. There is a need for strategic planning, strong policies, and professional development to ensure the closing of digital gaps within education to exploit the potential of technology while tackling its related issues

The Influence of Halal Tourism Experiences on Revisit Intention of Halal Sembalun Tourist Destinations

This study aims to determine the influence of halal tourism experiences on revisit intention with perceived value, religiosity, and tourist satisfaction as intervening variables in the halal tourist destination of Sembalun. This type of research is quantitative with associative methods of causality. The population in this study is tourists who have visited the halal tourist destination Sembalun from 2015 to 2022. The number of samples taken was 135 people. Sample determination using purposive sampling techniques, data collection tools using questionnaires distributed through google forms, and data analysis techniques using the SmartPLS application. The results showed that perceived value could mediate between halal tourism experiences and revisit intentions. Still, religiosity cannot judge between perceived value and review purpose, while tourist satisfaction can mediate between perceived value and revisit definition

The Management of Dualism Leadership in Sekolah Nusa Alam a Cooperation Education Unit based School in Lombok, Indonesia

The aim of this research is limited to several factors that might cause “the tragedy of the commons” between a principal and a Kepala Sekolah. These factors are 1) cultural background, 2) differences in leadership models, and 3) differences in organizational behaviour. The research was conducted using a qualitative method with a single case study research design. The research was undertaken in one location, Sekolah Nusa Alam in Lombok. Data research techniques and procedures were unobstructed observation, semi-structured interviews, and data-checking processes. Interviews were conducted with six people using the purposive sampling method. The data analysis procedure was carried out by collecting the data, reducing the data, presenting the data, and concluding the data. The research showed that the cultural background, leadership model and organizational behaviour could trigger the ‘tragedy of the commons’ between the principal and Kepala Sekolah in Sekolah Nusa Alam. It is concluded that this happens because there is no or no misunderstanding in terms of communication, the application of leadership models and different organizational behaviours that lead to the misunderstanding in the collaboration between the two that trigger “the tragedy of the commons”

Isolation and Identification of Bacterial Species Associated with Cow Milk Sold in Some Selected Areas of Bauchi Metropolis, Bauchi State, Nigeria

Milk is well known to be a balanced diet with high nutritional values. Conversely, milk and milk products may serve as potential substrates for the growth and proliferation of a range of bacteria which in turn fatally influences public health concerns. The study was conducted in 50 milk samples collected from apparently healthy cows during the period for isolation, identification of bacterial isolate based on their morphology, staining, cultural, biochemical properties and gram staining to ascertain their identity. The results indicated that Staphylococcus aureus (34.58 %) has the highest occurrence, followed by Bacillus cereus (19.64 %), followed by Escherichia coli (15.89 %), Salmonella typhi with (13.08 %), Pseudomonas aerugnosa with (7.94 %), Klebsiella pneumonia with (5.14 %).In comparison, Enterobacter has the most minor occurrence at (3.74 %). The presence of these organisms could be attributed to dirty and unkempt behaviour of the milking process, handling and storing, which in turn will impose serious health hazards to the immediate community and consumers. To reduce the risk associated with these organisms, all personal hygiene measures and materials involved in the milking process should be sterilised and free from any form of organisms before the final approach

Проектирование моделей обучения и алгоритмические подходы в экспертной системе обучения

The article reveals the structures of learning models in an expert learning system and the principles of algorithmic construction in the design of this system. The invention and role of learning models in learning an expert system and the need to comply with the unified principles of algorithmic construction when designing these models are described in detail in the context written below. In the presented article, the proposed types of models are formed in the analytical processor, which is an InterBase link that regulates the learning process. Depending on their function, different types of trainable models are needed in the learning process.Статья раскрывает структуры моделей обучения в экспертной системе обучения и принципы алгоритмического построения при проектировании данной системы.  Проектирование и роль моделей обучения в процессе обучения экспертной системы, а также необходимость соблюдения единых принципов алгоритмического построения при проектировании данных моделей, детально излагаются в ниже написанном контексте. В представленной статье, предлагаемые типы моделей формируются в аналитическом процессоре, являющимся межбазовым звеном, регулирующим процесс обучения. В процессе обучения необходимы различные виды обучаемых моделей, в зависимости от функции, которые они выполняют

The Influence of Political Advertising on the Voting Patterns of Rural Residents in Electoral Processes: A Study on the Role of Radio Campaigns

The study was conducted to determine the extent to which radio political campaign messages influence voters' behaviour during elections. The study also examined the influence of other political campaign techniques used by political parties to influence voters' decisions in their favour. The study determined whether frequent exposure to both pro and against candidates' radio political campaign messages influenced voters' decisions on election day and also investigated the extent of the influence of opinion leaders among voters during elections.The study examined the descriptive survey; the sample population was 400 respondents who were residents in a random sampling technique in Lagos. The instrument used for the data analysis was frequency count and simple percentage. Findings from the study show that radio in Nigeria helps in political participation by motivating citizens to vote and be present for manifesto reading, unbiased in their choice of candidates, etc. It encourages people to attend rallies and be informed about the decision-making process, which is very important in the electoral process.In summary, this study sheds light on the impact of radio political campaign messages and other campaign techniques on voters' behaviour during elections. It underscores the importance of radio in promoting political participation, unbiased decision-making, and informed choices among voters. However, caution should be exercised to avoid negative influences such as sentimentalism, ethnic bias, and religious bigotry, which can undermine the integrity of the electoral process and harm society

Implementation of the Kayak Rowing Ability Test Instrument in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar City Podsi, Indonesia

Instruments are necessary because they are essential in various contexts, such as research, evaluation, measurement, or other practical actions. Tools help in the collection of data needed for a particular purpose. For example, surveys use questionnaires as instruments to collect data from respondents. Mechanisms allow systematic and structured collection of information. This study aims to determine the value of validity, reliability, and objectivity. This study uses quantitative analysis. The population in this study was all rowing athletes in Banda Aceh City and Aceh Besar Regency, totalling 48 people – data collection by directly measuring samples using test instruments and measuring the ability to row kayaks in 2019. Data analysis techniques using validity tests and reliability are analysed using the SPSS. Instrument Validity of the rowing speed test for kayaks in male athletes obtained a score of 0.726, and the ability to row kayaks in female athletes received a score of 0.805. The results of the statistical reliability test of the rowing speed test instrument in male athletes obtained a score of 0.884.In contrast, the statistical reliability of the kayak rowing speed test instrument in female athletes obtained a score of 0.948. The test is declared reliable because the results are more significant than 0.6. The test gets objective results in the Good category. Thus, it can be concluded that the test instrument measuring the ability to row kayaks in the Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar Podsi that has been modified or designed by previous researchers after being used in Banda Aceh and Aceh Besar Districts has validity, reliability and objectivity values as well as percentages in the Good Category

All Smart Children (SAC) Program Planning Through Literacy and Numeration at Darek 2 State Elementary School, Indonesia

This study aims to determine the planning program All Smart Children (known as SAC) through Literacy and Numeracy at SD Negeri 2 Darek. This study used descriptive qualitative methods, while data collection techniques used observation, interviews, and documentation. The research results show that basic literacy and numeracy planning consists of facilities, activity schedules, and learning activities. The research results conclude that the basic literacy program, which consists of planning, has been implemented correctly, as seen from using the SAC program

Development of Performance Assessment on Science Practicum Integrated with Automated Feedback to Measure Scientific Attitude in University: a Case Study in Indonesia

The purpose of this research is to know the responses of respondents and university types on the development of scientific attitude instruments that are integrated with automatic feedback on science practicum performance assessments at four universities in Indonesia. Using a case study approach and cluster random sampling procedures, the data were examined with a Kruskal-Wallis test. Questionnaires, interviews at the management level, and observations directly were used to collect data. The research sample included three hundred seventy-six undergraduates and teachers in college at four different universities. The findings reveal no performance assessment of scientific attitude since there was no standard instrument. The assessment results of private colleges were similar to those of public colleges (p > 0.05) in measuring scientific attitude integrated with real-time feedback, implying that neither public nor private universities have conducted scientific attitude of performance assessments with real-time feedback on science practicum. The analysis statistical results were not significant between undergraduates and teachers in college regarding the measurement of scientific attitude on performance assessments integrated with real-time feedback in science practicum (p > 0.05), implying that undergraduates have the same experience as lecturers in assessing scientific attitude on performance assessment with feedback in science practicum. This study suggests developing scientific attitude measurement on performance assessment that provides real-time science practicum feedback