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Analysis of Metal Fiber Testing with Pondidaha Coarse Aggregate and Konawe Fine Aggregate Against Flexural Strength (Beams)

Haydir, Haydir, Eva Delpia, Villa, Sakti, Putra, Safitri Maladeni, Eva
Abstract: The territory of Indonesia is a high level of earthquake risk among several earthquake areas around the world. One way to reduce the occurrence of potential damage to building construction is to utilize waste and metal as… s added material from coarse and fine aggregate to the flexural strength of beams that have equivalent flexural strength. The equivalent flexural strength value tends to increase with the addition of metal fibers. This study aims to determine the effect of adding metal fibers to the flexural strength of the beam and the pattern of cracks and collapse mechanisms that occur in the beam when the object is tested. This research is a type of quantitative research with physical laboratory experimental methods. The data collection method used is a preliminary study, The selection of the type of aggregate and metal fiber and secondary data were then carried out laboratory tests for the gradation of fine aggregate and coarse aggregate. The data analysis technique is linear regression analysis in the Ms. program. Excell to determine the effect of metal fibers as additives on the flexural strength of the mixing of coarse and fine aggregates.

Exploring The Relationship Between Workplace Incivility and Productivity: SME’s Perspective

Imoh Emmanuel, Ph.D., Uwem,, Timilehin Olasoji, Ph.D., Olubiyi,, Arinola Aramide, Ph.D., Kuforiji,, Kabiru, Ishola, Ph.D., Genty,
Abstract: Increased productivity in SMEs in terms of quality service delivery is crucial for economic growth and development. Most SMEs are bedevilled with destructive workplace deviant behaviour, particularly the incivility of owners/managers… ners/managers and employees towards customers, which have different consequences for workplace performance parameters such as a decline in sales, low patronage, and by extension, weak gross domestic product contribution. Using the social exchange theory, this cross-sectional study examined the influence of workplace incivility on productivity among 365 owners/managers, supervisors, and employees of SMEs in the liquefied petroleum gas sub-sector in Lagos State. Stratified proportionate sampling was utilized to select the respondents. The outcomes revealed that workplace incivility in the form of rudeness, discourteous disposition, and derogatory remarks predicted productivity in terms of an interaction between customers and employees and the capacity of the service process. Also, our findings accentuated the essence of avoiding direct and indirect costs that are linked with workplace incivility. The study recommended the communal and positive interpersonal relationships between owners/managers, employees, and customers and suggested training on emotional intelligence as a panacea for behavioral responses.

Effect of Working Capital and Leverage on Profitability (Study on Food and Beverage Sub-Sector Manufacturing Companies Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange 2014 - 2018 Period)

Irdawati, Irdawati, Rakhman Laba, Abdul, Yunus Amar, Muhammad
Abstract: This study aims to testThe Effect of Working Capital and Leverage on Profitability (Study of Manufacturing Companies in the Food and Beverage Sub-Sector Listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the Period 2014 - 2018).… The population in this study were all food and beverage sub-sector manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2014-2018 period. TtechniqueSampling in this study using purposive sampling. Based on the predetermined criteria, the researchers determined 14 food and beverage sub-sector manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The data were processed using SPSS version 25. The results show that Days of Inventory Outstanding (DIO), Days of Sale Outstanding (DSO), Days of Payable Outstanding (DPO) and DER have a simultaneous effect. On Profitability, shows that DIO, DSO, DPO and DER together are able to increase profitability, DIO has an effect on profitability, DSO has a negative effect on profitability. DPO has no effect on profitability.

Contribution of Social Media Platforms in Tourism Promotion

Salem Seed Gebreel, Omar, Shuayb, Ayman
Abstract: This study sought to identify the role of social media platforms in tourism marketing and promotion. It was also to evaluate the extent to which social media platforms used to the purpose of tourism promotion in Libya, evaluate… valuate they're contributing to promoting tourism sites in Libya, and to evaluate their extent to which they succeeded in promoting tourism sites in Libya. The convenience sampling method was used in this study where the data was obtained from 120 respondents by using a questionnaire. The study concludes that social media platforms play a very sensitive and important role in the effectiveness of tourism marketing and promotion among all users of these media. Additionally, social media platforms have the ability to provide users with accurate and confident information about their destinations which helped them to make accurate decisions about their destinations and tourism sites that they thinking to travel to or visit. Moreover, the users of these platforms mentioned that since these platforms were available to the end-users it was characterized with their ease of use and provide the users of the ability to share and post their experiences and perspectives regarding the sites they visited. This will facilitate the opportunity for tourism destinations to share, marketing, and promoting their contents with their customers effectively and efficiently.

The Role of Commitment to Mediate Effect of Motivation on The Performance of Waste Bank Managers in The City of Denpasar

Winda, Made, Herny Susanti, Putu, Ayu Putri Trarintya, Mirah
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to analyze the role of commitment to mediate the influence of motivation on the performance of waste bank managers in Denpasar City. The research is causal in nature to provide an explanation… n and understanding of the relationship between the motivation variable and the manager's commitment and performance variables. The research population is all managers of Denpasar City waste bank which are still active, totaling 94 managers. The sampling technique was carried out using the saturated sample technique. Questionnaires that have been tested for validity and reliability were given to 94 respondents. Methods of data collection through: observation, interviews, documentation, and literature, questionnaires. The method of analysis using descriptive analysis and inferential analysis with Partial Least Square (PLS) analysis. The results of the study show that direct motivation significant positive effect on the commitment and performance of managers, and commitment plays a partial role in mediating the influence of motivation on the performance of managers. The research implication is the need for motivation to produce work according to standards. The research suggestion is that motivation needs to be increased again by giving awards to managers to form awareness to be more enthusiastic and motivated and committed to work so that they can improve performance at the Denpasar City Waste Bank.

Evaluation Study: Epidemiological Trends of COVID 19

Yarmaliza, Yarmaliza, Nih Farisni, Teungku, Fitriani, Fitriani, Reynaldi, Fitrah, Zakiyuddin, Zakiyuddin, Nella Syahputri, Veni, Rinaldy, Rinaldy
Abstract: Coronavirus Disease or COVID-19 is still a concern around the world. After additional examination, it was viewed that as a new strain of Covid was the reason. There is still a lot of controversy surrounding this disease,… including aspects of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Therefore, we conducted a review of studies related to COVID-19 which have been widely published from early 2020 to the end of March 2020. Until now, definitive treatment for COVID-19 has not been found, patients with COVID-19 are only given supportive therapy. The method used in this research is a literature study, which is a study whose research object is in the form of library works, either in the form of scientific journals, books, articles in the mass media, as well as statistical data so as to describe the epidemiological trend of COVID 19. The purpose of writing this article is to knowing the distribution trend of COVID-19, which is still a pandemic issue.

Benefits of Using Organic Fertilizer for Soil Fertility

Fitrah, Hastirullah
Abstract: This paper aims to determine: 1) the Benefits of using organic fertilizers for soil fertility, and 2) Knowing about soil productivity as a medium for supporting plant growth. The research method qualitative approach, which… ch is a scientific approach that produces descriptive data in the form of written words from the narratives of the sources or objects under study. The results of this research is that in the current era of globalization, organic is very important for the development of people who want to live healthily and without damaging the surrounding environment by utilizing natural materials or the remnants of kitchen waste. So farmers are expected to be more aware and creative in the use of organic fertilizers and it is hoped that farmers' income will also increase.

Analysis of Performance Quality of Administrative Employees at Center for The Development of Quality Assurance of Vocational Education in Building and Electricity Field

Clara, Cindy, Jayadi, Usman
Abstract: This research is intended to identify the quality of employee activities. This research uses qualitative methods. Information gathering was attempted through monitoring, questioning and documentation. Sourced from questions… ons and answers with administrative employee informants, employees also have self-ability, maximum activity results, activities and enthusiasm in working. The research procedure used in this research is a qualitative descriptive procedure where each information is combined, analyzed and then concluded that the type of research used is qualitative descriptive. The results of this research conclude that the system and rules of the method of removal of state -owned property are in accordance with Regulation of the Minister of Finance No. 83. or PMK. 06 Deed of 2016 on the rules of the method of destruction and destruction of state property as well as the release of elements of the internal regulation system of the ruler in accordance with the Regulation of the Internal Regulation System of the ruler No. 60 of 2008.

Analysis System and Procedure Deletion Goods Owned by State Center for The Development of Quality Assurance of Vocational Education in Building and Electricity Sector

Qarni, Waizul, Anwar Nasution, Doly, Riinawati, Riinawati
Abstract: State -owned commodities are all goods purchased or obtained on the weight of the state budget or obtained from other legal acquisitions. The elimination of state -owned relics is the last activity to carry out the management… ement of state -owned relics, not a simple action from the governing board. The purpose of this research is to identify whether the system and method of removal of state -owned property is in line with the Regulation of the Minister of Finance. 83 or pmk. 06 or 2016 Regarding the rules of the method of destruction and destruction of property belonging to the state is assessed from whether the elements of the system of internal regulation of the ruler has been in accordance with the regulation of the system of internal regulation of the ruler in 2008. The research procedure used in this research is a qualitative descriptive procedure where each information is combined, analyzed and then concluded that the type of research used is qualitative descriptive. The results of this research conclude that the system and rules of the method of removal of state -owned property are in accordance with Regulation of the Minister of Finance No. 83. or PMK. 06 Deed of 2016 on the rules of the method of destruction and destruction of state property as well as the release of elements of the internal regulation system of the ruler in accordance with the Regulation of the Internal Regulation System of the ruler No. 60 of 2008.

Optimalisasi Media Sosial Sebagai Sumber Belajar Pendidikan Agama Islam Di Era Digital

Muhammad Hafizh Afqah, Nayla Salsabila, Ririn Cahyani, Ronif Al Ikhsan, Abdul Aziz
Abstract: Perkembangan teknologi digital memberikan pengaruh besar terhadap proses pembelajaran, termasuk dalam Pendidikan Agama Islam (PAI). Media sosial yang awalnya digunakan sebagai sarana komunikasi dan hiburan kini berkembang… g menjadi sumber belajar yang interaktif, fleksibel, dan mudah diakses oleh peserta didik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis optimalisasi penggunaan media sosial sebagai sumber belajar Pendidikan Agama Islam di era digital serta mendeskripsikan manfaat dan tantangan penggunaannya dalam proses pembelajaran. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan jenis studi literatur melalui pengkajian berbagai jurnal, artikel ilmiah, dan sumber referensi yang relevan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa platform seperti YouTube, Instagram, dan TikTok mampu meningkatkan minat belajar, mempermudah akses materi keagamaan, serta mendukung pembelajaran PAI yang lebih inovatif dan komunikatif. Namun, penggunaannya juga menghadapi beberapa tantangan, seperti penyebaran informasi yang tidak valid, rendahnya literasi digital, dan potensi distraksi dalam belajar. Oleh karena itu, diperlukan pendampingan dan pengawasan agar penggunaan media sosial dapat mendukung pembelajaran PAI secara efektif dan bertanggung jawab di era digital.   The development of digital technology has a significant impact on the learning process, including in Islamic Religious Education (PAI). Social media, which was initially used as a means of communication and entertainment, has now developed into an interactive, flexible, and easily accessible learning resource for students. This study aims to analyze the optimization of social media use as a learning resource for Islamic Religious Education in the digital era and to describe the benefits and challenges of its use in the learning process. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a literature study type through the review of various journals, scientific articles, and relevant reference sources. The results of the study indicate that platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok are able to increase learning interest, facilitate access to religious materials, and support more innovative and communicative PAI learning. However, its use also faces several challenges, such as the spread of invalid information, low digital literacy, and potential distractions in learning. Therefore, guidance and supervision are needed so that the use of social media can effectively and responsibly support Islamic Education learning in the digital era.