MS&T 2018 Conference

STEP Category: LeadershipFor my STEP project, I attended the Materials Science and Technology (MS&T) 2018 Conference here in Columbus, OH, last October. It is a four day forum catered to professionals in academia and the industry, and students. My primary goal for attending MS&T was to further professionally develop myself, network, and find a career path as my major can have multiple pathways.The Ohio State University Second-year Transformational Experience Program (STEP)Academic Major: Materials Science and Engineerin

EFL Teachers' Evaluation on “Skillful-Teaching Writing and Reading 02”

In case that many reforms in learning and teaching English in Vietnam were implemented, exploring the effectiveness of different coursebooks was raised to be a sufficient need. This research is more qualitative than quantitative in its nature, aiming to investigate EFL teachers’ evaluation of the coursebook Skillful – Reading & Writing 02 in a specific educational institution in the Mekong Delta. Thirteen teacher participants using the books were invited to participate in this study. Quantitative and qualitative data were collected by using two instruments, questionnaires and semi-interviews. The study provided a new checklist for evaluating materials in teaching and learning reading and writing.  The findings showed that (1) the merits of the coursebook Skillful – Reading & Writing 02: e.g. colorful illustrations, numerous online learning resources accompanying online accounts, suggestive topics, updated contents, and impressive study skills component; and (2) demerits of the book in terms of writing section which does not match the general objectives of the program. Likewise, (3) the cons are regarding quite small font size and long listening activities of the coursebook. Additionally, some implications were suggested in this study to enhance the effectiveness of using sufficient materials for higher educational institutions

A STUDY ON ERRORS IN PRONOUNCING DENTAL SOUNDS OF ENGLISH-MAJORED SOPHOMORES AT TAY DO UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM

It is not deniable that pronunciation is considered one of the most crucial parts of learning English helping learners enhance their communication in both speaking and listening comprehension. To reach a level of a clear and precise pronunciation has never been an effortless task; however, it is a far more problematic one for English majored students regardless of their learning years. For this reason, the study entitled “Common Errors in Pronouncing Dental Sounds of English-Majored Sophomores at Tay Do University” was implemented with the aim at investigating the errors that English-majored students encountered in pronouncing dental sounds. 80 English-majored sophomores from course 14 at Tay Do University were selected to participate in the study. Questionnaires and recording tests were delivered to the participants for collecting data and getting more information. The collected data from the two instruments mentioned above was all analyzed afterward. The findings of the research revealed that sophomores of English major often mispronounced the dental sounds, including omission and substitution. The results of this study may also be useful for those who are interested in this field. Article visualizations

Managerial Implications for Enhancing Working Motivation and Loyalty of Workers of Enterprises in Dong Nai Province

Purpose: The article aims to assess the factors affecting employees' work motivation and loyalty in enterprises in Dong Nai province. On that basis, the authors propose managerial implications to improve employees' work motivation and loyalty at enterprises in Dong Nai province.   Theoretical framework: Motivation and loyalty is reflected in the employee's intention to stay with the organization for a long time, even when receiving a more attractive salary offer from other organizations. Work refers to the positive effects of work on each person, related to the challenges at work, the opportunity to develop personal abilities, and the enjoyment of doing the job.   Design/Methodology/Approach: Quantitative method was carried out through direct interviews with 1000 workers using a questionnaire designed based on the results of the qualitative research step. The data were processed by SPSS 20.0 and Amos software. The reliability of the scales was tested using Cronbach's Alpha reliability coefficient, EFA exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and structural model analysis (SEM) in Dong Nai province from June 2022 to December 2022.   Findings: The study's contribution is to identify the factors of corporate culture, social responsibility, and management capacity to promote work motivation and employee loyalty.   Research, practical & social implications:  Classical theories are used to study work motivation, add 3 factors, find out the remaining problems, and propose management implications to improve the work motivation of employees' activities soon.   Originality/Value: The results are also scientific evidence and are essential for researchers and policymakers for businesses to apply research results to improve employee motivation and loyalty of employees

Determinants of Working Motivation and Loyalty of Workers: A Case Study of Enterprises in Dong Nai Province

Purpose: The article aims to determine factors affecting employees' work motivation and loyalty in enterprises in Dong Nai province.   Theoretical framework: Research theory on work motivation and employee loyalty. Work motivation is the motivation of people to work enthusiastically, helping them promote their inner potential and overcome challenges and difficulties to complete the work in the best way.   Design/Methodology/Approach:  The research method of this study is a combination of qualitative research methods and quantitative research methods. Qualitative research: group discussions were conducted with 30 business experts with extensive experience in human resource management and longtime business directors in Dong Nai. Quantitative analysis was carried out with an expected sample size of 1000 enterprises in enterprises, selected by convenient sampling method.   Findings: The study contributes to a new survey of the factors affecting the work motivation and loyalty of employees in enterprises in Dong Nai province as a reference for academic studies and other in the field of human resource management.   Research, practical & social implications: The research results of the research paper serve as a scientific basis for business leaders in Dong Nai province to propose reasonable policies to improve employees' work motivation and loyalty at enterprises in Dong Nai province.   Originality/Value:  The paper's originality and value help managers contribute to the study to add a suitable work motivation and loyalty model for today's Vietnamese business leaders

Aplicação do método da jurisprudência comentando em formação especializada em direito

The method of case law commenting is a method of teaching and training in the field of law that is widely applied in many advanced countries around the world. Different from the traditional lecture method, in the teaching method of case commenting, theoretical teaching will be carried out in parallel with precedents that are searched and selected to explain and illustrate the lesson. The article analyzes case law and the role of applying the method of case law commenting in law specialized training. On that basis, the article proposes the structure and method of implementing the case law commenting method in law specialized training.El método de comentario sobre jurisprudencia es un método de enseñanza y capacitación en el campo del derecho que se aplica ampliamente en muchos países avanzados de todo el mundo. Distintamente del método de exhibición tradicional, en el método de enseñanza del comentario de casos, la enseñanza teórica se llevará a cabo en paralelo con los precedentes que se investigan y seleccionan para explicar e ilustrar la lección. El artículo examina la jurisprudencia y el papel de la aplicación del método de la observación jurisprudencial en la formación especializada en Derecho. A partir de esto, el artículo propone la estructura y el método de implementación del método de comentario de la jurisprudencia en la formación especializada en derecho.O método de comentário de jurisprudência é um método de ensino e treinamento no campo do direito que é amplamente aplicado em muitos países avançados ao redor do mundo. Diferentemente do método expositivo tradicional, no método de ensino de comentário de casos, o ensino teórico será realizado em paralelo com precedentes que são pesquisados e selecionados para explicar e ilustrar a aula. O artigo analisa a jurisprudência e o papel da aplicação do método de comentário jurisprudencial na formação especializada em direito. Com base nisso, o artigo propõe a estrutura e o método de implementação do método de comentário de jurisprudência na formação especializada em direito

Effects of different nutrient solutions on growth and flower quality of gerbera (Gerbera jamesonii) grown in hydroponic close system

The nutrient solution is the decisive factor for the growth and development of hydroponic plants. This study was conducted to determine the effect of five nutrient solutions, namely, Hoagland, Knop, Hydro Umat F, BKFAST, and Bio-Life, on the growth and development of gerbera (Gerbera jamesonii) in the hydroponic system. The results show that Hydro Umat F is the most suitable solution for planting gerbera in terms of plant height, number of leaves, leaf size, and root volume. In addition, the flower yield of the gerbera plants nourished on Hydro Umat F is also the highest, with 8.7 flowers per plant after five months in the hydroponic system. The flowers have a diameter of 9.8 cm and natural durability of 19.67 days. Meanwhile, gerbera plants stop growing after 15 days in the Bio-Life solution and 30 days in the Knop solution

ANALYZING THE FACTORS AFFECTING FACIAL CLEANSER DEMAND AMONG YOUNG PEOPLE IN VIETNAM

The research analyzes the factors affecting the demand for made-in-Vietnam facial cleanseramong the Vietnamese youth. Based on the theory of commodity demand, the research team builds a survey form and collects responses from 415 students at high schools and universities in Vietnam on the factors affecting their demand for made-in-Vietnam facial cleansers. The synthesis and analysis of survey data show that the demand for face wash products among Vietnamese young people is influenced by many factors such as the price of the products, income, interests, prices of related goods, expectations of themarket, etc. Besides, the research team also considers the advantages of Vietnamese face wash products compared to imported products and young consumers' expectations for the products as well as their beliefs and supportfor made-in-Vietnam facial cleanser products in the future