{"title":"The Effect of Welding Current on the Hardness and Tensile Properties of Mild Steel A36LCS TIG Welded Joints: A Comparative Study of Lap and Butt-Welded Joints","authors":"Michael Anto, Kwabena Offeh Gyimah, Bismark Addai, Acheampong Kwabena Isaac, Maxwell Owusu, Andrews Jnr. Amoako Atta","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.40","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.40","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates the effect of welding current on the mechanical properties of 5mm A36LCS using TIG welding process. Two joints, lap and butt, were selected for the study. The study found that (a) UTS of the welded joints increased with current from 80A to 110A, but declined afterwards. This was attributed to the amount of heat of fusion generated by the current and consequently the bead sized formed. After 110A however, some elements burn out to diminish strength of joint. At 110A, Lap joint recorded UTS value of 67.74Mpa with fracture value of 52.24Mpa and Butt 110A also recorded UTS value of 81.13Mpa and the fracture value of 41.91Mpa. (b) Hardness was highest at 110A for both joints, with the butt joint exhibiting significantly higher hardness value as compared to the lap joints. This was attributed to the heat dissipation due to surface exposure of bead to ambient conditions.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"113 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"134906908","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Readiness Level Towards E-Assessment among Human Kinetics and Health Education Lecturers in Bayelsa State","authors":"Adata Dickson Diepiribo","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.37","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.37","url":null,"abstract":"This study assessed readiness level towards e-assessment among human kinetics and health education lecturers in Bayelsa State. The study used a descriptive survey research approach. To direct the investigation, two research questions and associated hypotheses were posed. All lecturers in the human kinetics and health education units of the several tertiary institutions in Bayelsa State made up the study population. “The study employed a sample of 97 professors from the three (3) higher education institutions that house the department of human kinetics and health education.” The instrument for data collection was a Readiness to Adopt E-assessment Questionnaire (RAEQ), created by the researcher and approved by professionals. Using the Cronbach Alpha formula, “the reliability coefficient of the instrument was determined, and a value of 0.79 was achieved, which was deemed suitable for the study. Mean and standard deviation were used to respond to the research questions, and t-test statistics were used to evaluate the null hypotheses.” It was discovered that the lecturers were not very ready to implement e-assessment, and neither gender nor the kind of institution had a major impact. It was suggested that professors in human kinetics and health education be properly taught on how to use e-assessment technologies.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"68 2","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135168314","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Molecular Characterisation of Anopheles Species Collected from Two Area Councils of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, Nigeria","authors":"Y. C. Adamu, S. C. Hassan, G. A. Amuga","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.30","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.30","url":null,"abstract":"Malaria remains a major health concern in the tropics with its vector; the Anopheles species assume several dimensions of resisting control measures. Molecular characterization of the malaria vectors was carried out in two locations of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja Nigeria. Indoor and outdoor biting mosquitoes were collected and identified morphologically. A total of two hundred and twenty-eight (228) Anopheles mosquitoes were caught from two communities (Kubwa and Nyanya). Molecular characterization of sibling species of the An. gambiae complex was done using Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) techniques. The PCR molecular analysis showed that the S-form of Anopheles gambiae s.s was more abundant (76.8%) than the M-form (8.0%). The S-form occurred throughout the year with its peak at the beginning of the wet season while the M-form, An. coluzii occurred towards the end of the dry seasons. This suggests the likelihood of continuous malaria transmission all round the year. Inhabitants of the study area there have the need for effective vector control.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"22 3","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135168479","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Web-Based Automated Code Assessment and Testing System for ICT Teachers","authors":"M.M. Dinusha Sarathchandra, T.M.K.K Jinasena","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.39","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.39","url":null,"abstract":"Computer programming captivates the attention of both professionals and young learners due to its multidisciplinary applications and high paid jobs. However, mastering computer programming requires critical thinking and consistent practice under the guidance of expert teachers. Consistently assessing the programming laboratories and giving detailed feedback are curial for novice learners. However, manual grading is daunting and time-consuming. Moreover, novice programmers often do not identify all the test cases and sufficient test data to test their programs thoroughly. This research introduces a sophisticated web-based system to aid instructors in grading programming assignments. Instructors can create questions and corresponding solutions, shared with students, who then write their programs. The system generates test cases for both student and correct solutions, assessing performance through comparison. A survey with 30 teachers affirmed the system's effectiveness, rating it 4.00 for simplifying assessment and 4.13 for user-friendliness on a 5-point Likert scale. Statistical analysis, yielding a p-value of 0.034, supported its positive impact. This web-based grading system not only streamlines assessment but also enhances the educational experience, fostering a user-friendly environment for both instructors and students.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"27 3","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135168478","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Formulation of Standards for Assessing the Impact of Physical Education on Hue University Students","authors":"Le Quang Dung, Le Cat Nguyen, Pham Duc Thanh","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.38","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.38","url":null,"abstract":"Assessing the influence of physical education on students is crucial for enhancing both the physical education training and its associated components. To ensure precise assessment outcomes, it's vital to establish a set of evaluation standards that align with the scientific rigor and the unique aspects of physical education. We've undertaken research using conventional sports science research techniques to establish a comprehensive set of standards for evaluating the effects of physical education on university students, encompassing three standards, fifteen criteria, and forty-two indicators.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"38 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135168480","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Destination Awareness in Muslim Friendly Tourism: A Study of Indonesian Muslim Tourists in Singapore, Thailand, Japan and South Korea","authors":"Deivy Zulyanti Nasution, Willy Arafah, Sundring Pantja Djati, Rahmat Ingkadijaya","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.36","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.36","url":null,"abstract":"Muslim-friendly tourism is gaining popularity, particularly in tourist destinations where Muslims are a minority. This study examines the impact of destination awareness on satisfaction levels of Indonesian Muslim tourists in Singapore, Thailand, Japan, and South Korea. It emphasizes the need for implementing tourism tactics that cater to Muslim needs, such as halal food options, suitable accommodations, and services. The study also highlights the importance of digital resources in fostering destination awareness among Muslim communities. This research uses quantitative methodologies, including surveys and data analysis, to investigate the correlation between destination awareness and tourist satisfaction. The results of the study indicate that social media has a notable impact on increasing knowledge about locations, which in turn affects the level of awareness among tourists in destinations that are accommodating to Muslim needs. This study enhances the comprehension of destination awareness within the domain of Muslim-friendly tourism and emphasizes the necessity for proficient digital marketing tactics to allure Muslim tourists.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"17 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135322137","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Head Teacher’s Instructional Supervision Role and Learners’ Academic Performance in Public Secondary Schools in Ndola District, Zambia","authors":"Lameck Mugala, Rachel Mabuku Kabeta","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.32","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.32","url":null,"abstract":"The academic performance of the learners in public secondary schools in Ndola district has been a major source of concern for the past four years (2016-2019), a few schools in the district have performed well while majority have performed poorly culminating into low academic performance in the district. Usually with low academic performance the teachers’ role is questioned, however, not so often is the head teachers’ role questioned. It is for this reason that this study sought to examine the influence of head teachers’ instructional supervision role on learners’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Ndola district. The study employed a descriptive survey research design which combined both qualitative and quantitative research methods. Closed and open ended questionnaires, focus group and interview guides were used to collect data from the respondents. The instruments were piloted in one secondary school in Ndola district.
 The findings of the study revealed that head teachers in the selected schools do carry out instructional supervision activities. The results of a correlation test carried out indicated that there was a positive relationship between the head teachers’ instructional supervision role and the academic performance of the learners. Based on the findings, this study concluded that instructional supervision by head teachers influenced or impacted positively on learners’ academic performance in public secondary schools in Ndola district. The study recommends that head teachers should be trained in curriculum and instructional supervision. This will enhance effective instructional supervision which in turn positively influences the academic performance of learners to a great extent as reveled by this study. This study recommends that further research could be done in other districts of Zambia to ascertain whether the same trend for learners’ academic performance exists.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"52 6-7","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135459848","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Importance of the Training Profile of the Graduate with Intellectual Disabilities and Adaptation to an Appropriate Occupational Profile","authors":"Loredana Elena Secrieriu","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.31","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.31","url":null,"abstract":"The training profile of the graduate of different study levels represents a regulatory component of the National Curriculum. It describes the expectations expressed towards students at the end of primary education, compulsory education and pre-university education, by referring to the requirements expressed in the National Education Law, in other educational policy documents and in specialized studies, the purposes of education, the development characteristics of students. According to the ISE, the training profile of the 8th and 12th grade graduate is structured according to the development of the eight key competencies, as a structured set of knowledge, skills and attitudes, which ensure the personalization of learning and the solving of new problems.
 The occupational profile represents a synthetic description of the content of an occupation and the main requirements (of a mental, physical, educational nature, etc.) necessary for its exercise. The development of the occupational profile is based on the skills required at the respective workplace and the achievement criteria (with reference to the occupational standard).
 Can we train the employability skills of a graduate with intellectual disabilities integrated into mainstream education whose curricular approach has been adapted and customized to his needs? Does simple adaptation of knowledge favor the professional integration of graduates with intellectual disabilities?
 After completing their school years, young people with intellectual disabilities will need to be integrated professionally, provided they are supported and have access to the basic information needed to go through this process.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"28 6","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135459843","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Event Destination Selection Criteria: A Systematic Literature Review","authors":"Indriyani Handyastuti, Sandra Sanggramasari, Riadi Darwis, Vany Octaviany","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.33","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.33","url":null,"abstract":"Event destination selection criteria play a crucial role in event tourism. Understanding and effectively applying these criteria contribute to the success and attractiveness of destinations in the competitive event tourism industry. However, there has not been much research on destination selection criteria for event tourism. To gain a comprehensive understanding of the important criteria in selecting event destinations, it is necessary to conduct research using a Systematic Literature Review (SLR). Therefore, this research aims to carry out a systematic review of the existing literature to identify and analyze the relevant criteria for selecting destinations for various types of events. This study uses a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach with data sources derived from journal literature from Google Scholar. The research data population is journals with a focus on event tourism and event destinations. The results of this study indicate that research from 2013 – 2023 on event tourism discusses the concept of events as a push factor in tourist destinations. Event tourism destinations mostly discuss the impact of event tourism on destinations both economically, in destination image, and in creating tourist segmentation. And the mostly discusses event tourism destination criteria as consisting of Infrastructure, Accessibility, Accommodation, Safety and Security, Local Support, Cultural and Recreational Activities, Event History, Seasonal Considerations, Marketing and Promotion, Environmental and Sustainability Considerations, Competitive Advantage, Economic Impact.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"42 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135459847","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Evolving Book Sales: From Scrolls to Progressive Web Apps in Online Bookstores","authors":"Oluwatofunmi Adetunji, Amos Awoniyi, Samuel Abel","doi":"10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.34","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.59573/emsj.7(4).2023.34","url":null,"abstract":"From traditional physical bookstores to the digital realm of online bookshops, business owners continuously adapt to meet their customers' evolving demands. Technological progress, occurring at a relentless pace, has instigated a profound transformation in the landscape of e-commerce. Google's creation of Progressive Web Applications (PWAs) has triggered a revolution in mobile development. This research endeavor, employing online bookstores as a case study, presents an architectural framework for PWAs that holds relevance for a wide array of e-commerce applications. The framework emerged through a meticulous review of existing models in the online bookstore domain, pinpointing gaps that serve as strengths in the proposed model. Additionally, the study critically examines the emerging PWA technology to solidify the foundation of the proposed framework. The adoption of this model holds the promise of mitigating contemporary challenges in the mobile development sphere, particularly the issue of code fragmentation. Nevertheless, further exploration of payment gateways and modules is required to fortify the model's comprehensiveness and effectiveness.","PeriodicalId":474201,"journal":{"name":"European Modern Studies Journal","volume":"21 1","pages":"0"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2023-10-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"135459845","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}