Transferring technology in a religious based school: A case in West Bandung

This study analyses deeply and systematically the ability of religious based schools (pesantren) to adapt the development of information technology. This study takes the case in a religious-based school, i.e. Pesantren Nurul Falah, West Bandung Regency. The study was conducted descriptively and qualitatively by using techniques of interviews, observation and document analyses. Face to face interviews using a list of questions were developed for this study. The findings of the study indicate that Islamic boarding schools can positively accept the transfer of technology, with the internet as the outmost. In practice, students of the pesantren could also happily use the technology, mainly for accessing information from the outside world

IMPLICATIONS OF SOCIAL MEDIA NETWORKS TECHNOLOGY IN INTERPERSONAL SKILLS AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCES

Purpose Social media has transformed and influenced communication, research and education in general through the vast variety of online tools which are available for communication.The objectives of the research study is to examine and analyze the influence of Social Media on the academic Performance of students and their social interpersonal skills. Design/methodology/approach 195 samples were collected from full-time undergraduate students studying in the University from different faculties including business, engineering, law, English Studies and Language Studies. The descriptive statistics analysis was used to analyze the demographic data while inferential statistics was used in testing the research hypotheses. The results obtained from the analyses were used to interpret the outcomes. Findings The empirical results reveal that the students get to learn through social media differently enabling them new information and are also able to communicate easily with others. The communication exchanged is irrelevant to studies and does not help them in any manner to improve their learning. It is confirmed that the Social Media effects do not support the Learning of the students and most of the students are addicted to social media. Practical Implications The study confirms that it is good means to approach the students through social media whichmight boost the education in an easier way. Originality/value The research work is of its first kind as it focuses on the impact of social media on the academic performances of the students studying in Higher Educational Institutions.&nbsp

Analisis Minyak Terpentin (Pinus Merkusii) Hasil Produksi Perusahaan Lokal dan Perdagangan Menggunakan Kromatografi Gas-spektroskopi Massa (Kg-sm) Serta Metode Pemurniannya

A qualitative and quantitative analysis of the turpuntine oils was undertaken by means of gas chromatography and mass spectroscopy. Two types of sample was analyzed, one was bought from local market in Malang and a sample originally from local producer. Analysis was conducted directly from raw sample after drying over magnesium sulfate anhydrate and also after purification under fractional distillation. It was found that at least 13 compounds was detected contains of turpuntine oil sample from local producer and 10 compounds compose of sample from local market in Malang. α-Pinene as the main compound composes 64.63% from the first sample meanwhile sample from local market indicate in 55.75%. Moreover, fractional distillation under reduced pressure could provide α-pinene in 88.2% purity and 11.8% of δ-carene as the minor compound, respectively

Pelatihan Pemanfaatan Lahan Pekarangan dan Pengolahan Limbah Dapur sebagai Pupuk Organik Cair

Pekarangan dikenal memiliki berbagai fungsi penting bagi kehidupan keluarga, selain sebagai tempat menghasilkan tanaman obat, tanaman pangan, hortikultura, ternak, ikan dan lainnya. Pekarangan dapat digunakan untuk memenuhi kebutuhan keluarga, memberikan dampak baik bagi lingkungan, serta menambah penghasilan rumah tangga apabila dirancang dan direncanakan dengan baik. Metode yang digunakan pada kegiatan ini adalah menggunakan metode workshop melalui bentuk sosialisasi, pelatihan, dan pendampingan secara intensif sampai dapat membuat pupuk berbasis ramah lingkungan untuk peserta ibu PKK. Melalui kegiatan pelatihan ini diharapkan dapat menyelesaikan permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh pihak mitra. Berdasarkan proses kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat pada skema PPM yang sudah dilakukan sejauh ini, luaran yang sudah dicapai meliputi : Memberikan pengetahuan tentang pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan pada peserta pelatihan. Memberikan pengetahuan tentang pengolahan limbah dapur sebagai pupuk organic cair pada peserta pelatihan. Memberikan pelatihan tentang pemanfaatan lahan pekarangan dan pengolahan limbah dapur sebagai pupuk organic cair. Memberikan edukasi dan bibit yang siap tanam agar peserta pelatihan dapat menerapkan pengetahuan yang didapat dari pelatihan. Berdasarkan hasil analisis penyebaran angket pada 20 responden diperoleh hasil awal jumlah total skor 1040 dengan nilai rata-rata 52 dan meningkat setelah dilakukan pelatihan menjadi jumlah 1675 dengan nilai rata-rata 83,75

Chemical composition and FT-IR spectra of sugar palm (Arenga pinnata) fibers obtained from different heights

This paper deals with the study on the effect of biological degradation to chemical composition and Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) of sugar palm (Arenga pinnata) fibers obtained from different heights (1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15 m) of the sugar palm tree. It was observed that degradation that took place at the bottom part of the sugar palm trunk affected the chemical composition of its fiber. It was noticed that cellulose, hemicelluloses, and lignin contents increased with the increase of the tree height. A good correlation between chemical composition and mechanical properties of sugar palm fiber was found where cellulose, lignin, and hemicelluloses show a significant contribution to the increase in tensile strength, modulus, and elongation at break of the fiber, respectively. For the fibers obtained from higher height, it was observed that cellulose and hemicelluloses contents slightly decreased. High ash content for fibers obtained from 1 m height resulted in low moisture content and significant increase in its thermal stability. In FT-IR study, it was determined that the relative absorbance in sugar palm fibers was no different in all fibers

Potential application of LDPE plastic waste into tiles

Plastic has interesting characteristics which makes it the most used material in the world. However, plastic is known to be a non-biodegradable material which unable to naturally decompost in soil and thus contribute to environmental issue. As alternative, plastic waste has been recycled to produce quality and sustainable construction materials as the source is abundant. Thus, this study is carried out to utilize plastic waste particularly low density polyethylene (LDPE) and with sand in manufacturing tiles in two different sand and plastic waste ratios of 2:1 and 2:2. The tiles manufactured were further analyzed for their water absorption and compressive strength. It was found that the tiles made of mixture ratio of 2:2 have higher compressive strength and lower weight compared to that of 2:1 ratio. The average weight of tiles for 2:1 ratio was 891.59 g, while ratio 2:2 produced tiles with weight of 1319.5 g. Tiles manufactured from the plastic waste also showed better water absorption and compressive strength compared to normal cement tiles

Synthesis and characterization of (zinc-layered-gallate) nanohybrid using structural memory effect

The memory effect of calcined zinc hydroxide nitrate, with gallate anion solutions, was studied. The layered hydroxide salt material, zinc hydroxide nitrate was heat-treated at 150–800 °C. XRD analysis showed the growth of the calcined materials in both thickness and diameter occurring simultaneously with increasing calcination temperature. Surface area analysis confirmed this growth. The rehydration behavior of the calcined material was investigated by placing the material in a solution containing gallate anions. The best result for layered hydroxide salt phase reconstruction was obtained for a sample heated at 500 °C and treated with 0.1 mol L−1 anion. PXRD analysis showed the formation of a layered structure material after rehydration process. FTIR and TG confirmed the formation of the host–guest nanohybrid material produced

Theoretical Chasm on Waste Management in Bandung Regency

This study discusses the theoretical constraints in understanding the program of Bandung Regency’s Environment Agency related to waste problems, how it is implemented, especially in Kamasan Village, Banjaran District, Bandung Regency and the supporting and inhibiting factors that occur in the village Kamasan, Banjaran District, Bandung Regency. This research refers to Talcott Parsons's theory of Structural Functionalism. Talcott Parsons is famous for four functional imperatives for the "action" system, namely AGIL scheme. Parsons believes that there are four functional imperatives that are needed or become characteristic of the whole system, namely: adaptation, achievement of goals, integration and maintenance of patterns. The method used in this study is a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. The data source in this study uses primary and secondary data sources. Data collection techniques are carried out by observation, in-depth interviews with informants and documentation. Analysis of the data used is data reduction, data display, drawing conclusions and verification. The location chosen as the research object is Village Kamasan, Banjaran District, Bandung Regency. The research results prove that by implementing the Zero Waste program at the community units (RW) level, the society can process the waste into zero and can utilize the waste efficiently

Gratitude, gratitude intervention and well-being in Malaysia

Gratitude has generally been neglected by psychologists due to the emphasis on the medical model. A dearth of research on gratitude in Malaysia was the main impetus for these studies. Study 1 compared the gratitude scores Malaysian Malays against the US, UK, China and Japan, along an individualist-collective continuum, and results showed Malays had lower gratitude scores than the others, except for the Japanese. To increase their gratitude scores, Study 2 carried out an intervention using ‘the three good things’ exercise on 59 students over a period of 14 days. The intervention increased gratitude and life satisfaction as well as reduced distress. Furthermore, a hierarchical regression examining the effect of gratitude on well-being controlling for measures of affect and religiosity at Time 1, showed that Time-2 gratitude was only predictive of Time-2 distress. The results are discussed with respect to the collectivist culture of the Malays where negative aspects of the self are valued as a form of self-criticism to help one to constantly improve oneself. Two main implications are noted: that there are cross-cultural differences in the way gratitude is understood and expressed in the Malay culture, and that engaging in positive activity may sometimes be counterproductive to well-being