Vol 8 Issue 2 April 2020-June 2020

Abstract: Adoption of Good Manufacturing Practices in of Small and Medium Smoked Fish Enterprise (SMSFE) is the key in producing safety food and quality product.  Smoked fish is the most common cured fish sold in the market in Bicol. This study determines the extent of adoption of the good manufacturing practices of smoked fish operators. The study was conducted in twenty five (25) smoked fish operators in Bicol Region. Data were collected using structure interview schedules and observation methods on the general profile of SMSFE, availability of facilities, good manufacturing practices, good hygienic practices and problems encountered. The results revealed that majority of the smoked processors rated their facilities as “Partially adequate” meaning their equipment use still traditional. Most of the respondent had assessed their overall performance in manufacturing practices as “average or fair” hence the performance index is quite low. The general constraints experienced by the smoked processors are lack of capital, no available cold storage in the area, lack of proper training for workers, work load and time constraint. To ensure the safety of the consumers, it is important for the SMSFE to take corrective action to improve its GMP application status.

Keywords: Good Manufacturing, Hygienic Practices, Smoked Fish Bicol Region.

Title: Adoption of Good Manufacturing Practices of Small and Medium Smoked Fish Enterprise (SMSFE) in Bicol Region, Philippines

Author: MYRNA C.BIGUEJA

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Abstract: Filipinos are known survivors of circumstances, a strong fighter in desperate situations. We manage to survive from disappointments, we emerge more strongly and determined to face the odds that come. One of the most outstanding characteristics of Filipinos is resilience. Although Canoy (as cited by Casal, 2019) calls it as “superhuman patience” which for many, is an undertone, it is because there is no other choice but to be patient. This is the reason why Filipinos are confident in doing things especially in making big decisions that entail his own future and family.

Filipino spirit is an indomitable spirit, the spirit of resilience, most of all, spirit of triumph. A strong foundation for resilience is family. Since it is the basic unit of society, full attention and love is focused on it, all- out love to the point of sacrificing own lives to provide for the needs and wants. 

Reflective Analysis was the method used in conducting this research. It is used to provide opportunity to critically examine experiences of respondents and connect it to learning objectives of the activity. It is made up of four levels that encourages critical thinking. These levels are Objective, Reflective, Interpretive and Decisional.

This study aims to find out reason for the resilience of Filipinos despite all the tragedies they have experienced.

It aims to answer the following:

1. What Filipino experiences relate to resilience;

2. How can reflective analysis be related to the development of resilience in   Filipinos;

3. How can Filipinos enliven the spirit of resiliency among themselves; and

4. What theoretical underpinnings makeup resilience in Filipinos?

Keywords: Pandemic, Rationalization, Reflective Analysis, Resilience, Ring of Fire, Superhuman Patience.

Title: RESILIENCE AMIDST ADVERSITY: THE MANY FACES OF RESILIENCE IN FILIPINOS

Author: PROF. GARY GARAY, Dr. MARIA CECELIA GARAY, Dr. HAZEL MARTINEZ

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Abstract: Safe drinking water is one of the basic fundamental right of a human being. And it is the duty of the a democratic government to ensure the same to its citizens. Jalanidhi is a World Bank assisted “Kerala Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Project” for the prompt delivery of adequate quantity of water and sanitation implemented. The project introduced some reforms in rural water supply sector and is based on principles such as demand responsiveness, community ownership and sustainability of investments through cost recovery and participatory operations and management. The study concludes  that the Jalanidhi project can be considered as beneficial not only from the economic point of view but also it improves the self esteem the vulnerable sections of the society.

Keywords: Jalanidhi, Kerala Rural Water Supply and Environmental Sanitation Project, solid waste management, Samitis.

Title: SOCIO-ECONOMIC IMPACT OF JALANIDHI PROJECT; A CASE STUDY IN THE PARATHODU GRAMA PANCHAYAT, KANJIRAPALLY, KERALA

Author: Sandra Mathews, Dr Jaimol James

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Abstract: In this Article the most of the developing countries, the girl child is ill fed and undernourished.  Quite often the root cause of malnutrition among girls is not so much the lack of food as the lack of access to food. Thus undernourished girls who grow into undernourished women perpetuate the intergenerational undernourishment cycle. To assess the health status of female child to compare the health status of female child with that of male child and to determine if gender discrimination exists.

Keywords:  Rural girls, Health status, malnourished, stunted, hygiene, complete treatment, discrimination.

Title: HEALTH PROBLEM OF RURAL GIRLS IN MADHUBANI DISTRICT

Author: Kumari Rajni

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Abstract: With the growth and advancement of youth sports, children and adolescents are becoming more involved in sports in which health practices are perceived to be advantageous for the individual and/or team. Bodybuilding, cheerleading, dancing, distance running, cross-country skiing, diving, figure skating, gymnastics, martial arts, rowing, swimming, weight-class football, and wrestling all emphasize thinness, leanness, and/or competing with the lowest possible weight. Other sports, such as football, rugby, basketball, and power lifting emphasize gaining weight by increasing lean muscle mass which can potentially be harmful to their performance and/or their health.

It is really important that the athletes should have complete and accurate healthy practices in the span of preparation for any competition. This was supported by the study conducted by Montecalbo and De Jose entitled, “Body Image and Eating Attitudes of Philippine National Athletes (2013) and Finish First (2016). They stated that for an athlete to win a game or a competition they need to consider the following: (1) Physical or Personal Health with healthy sleeping habits (physical fitness, sleep, sports massage; (2) Nutritional Health (sports nutrition, healthy and balanced diet, food selection, and food consumption); (3) Social Health (attitude, sportsmanship, and good character as an athlete); and (4) Mental Health (mental toughness, goal setting, visualization, motivation, sport strategy, techniques, methods, position specific skills, relaxation and energization, attention, stress management, and self-confidence).

The respondents of the study were 195 Athletes and 65 Coaches in State Colleges and Universities in Region III.

The study used descriptive method of research which used survey questionnaire to gather pertinent data. The gathered data were tabulated and analyzed through frequency distribution, percentage, weighted mean and Pearson product moment correlation.

Keywords: Health Practices, Athletes Sports Performance.

Title: HEALTH PRACTICES OF ATHLETES IN STATE COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES IN REGION III AND THEIR PERFORMANCE

Author: MARK CHRISTIAN I. SIWA

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Abstract: The main purpose of this research is to study the relationship between animation and postmodern arts, which present a new ideological wave in terms of techniques and philosophies. The research studies the impact of artists and how their ideas and methods are formed and determines the connection between these arts.

This relationship results in an art that communicates through ideas and principles and interacts more with the audience, and shows that the artistic creativity is one of the main ideological issues, along with the interaction of the artists with the fast and unfamiliar variables in this century.

Through this paper, the researcher tried to state how technology affected contemporary arts, and to achieve this goal, the researcher chose the postmodern art as a case study for the research in which he studies how it is impacted by animation and how it is being used as an art medium in the contemporary creative process.

The researcher also aims at exploring the fact that postmodern arts are considered among the intermediate means used to produce an artwork and discovering the new or unclear contents that can lead to the discovery of implications and reflection of animation in the artwork.

Keywords: (Animation- Post Modern Arts- Installation- Conceptual Art- New Media).

Title: The Functions of Animation and Its Usage in Postmodern Arts

Author: Mostafa Mohamed saad abdalsamia

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Abstract: Most directors in theatre and film tend to use real props on set to appear convincing. Others find it difficult to take such steps for fear of injuries. This paper discusses some creative ways of replicating both life and non-life objects for stage and screen presentation mostly referred to as props in technical theatre. This form of creative design interpretation is an alternative replacement for natural objects used on set and which serves as robust scenic element. For any production at a given point in time, it tends to be cost effective, durable, actor friendly and a catalyst for comprehending and emphasizing both artistic and dramatic unity sequences’. Through explorative research design the authors investigate innovative alternative ways of designing and developing replicated objects forms for the theatre and film industry using recycled material as a key component for the development and execution of the whole design concept. It is seen that there is usually increased interest of students for props design and construction apart from its cost effectiveness. It is recommended that discarded materials meant for trash are recycled into functional stage props as it increases creativity in technical theatre.

Keywords: film, directors, film industry, technical theatre.

Title: Theatre and Creativity: Empowering students in Replicating both Still-life and Non-life Objects in Theatre Studio Studies

Author: JOHNSON K EDU

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Abstract: Tai Phake is a tribal community of Assam. Tai phake is the branch of the great Tai race that entered Assam approximately in the year of 1776. They had migrated from “Mong Mau" of south China under Yunnan province. They now live in the district of Dibrugarh and Tinsukia and approximately their population is 2000. The Villages that they are living at – Namphake, Tipamphake, Borphake, Monmau, Nonglai, Longphake, Ningam, Moug-lang, faneng -gaon etc. Apart from these, some of Tai phake people living in Chang-lang and Lohit district of Arunachal Pradesh. Tai phake Community is culturally very rich. Apart from other tribal community, they have own language, traditions, mores, norms, values, dressing & food-habits etc. These tangible and intangible cultures reflect the cultural life of Tai phake Community.  Keywords: Community, language, traditions, mores, values, tangible, intangible, culture.

Title: A Study on Culture of Tai phake Community of Assam

Author: Sanjay Barman

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Abstract: Spiritual well-being is an integral part of mental, emotional and physical health. The present study aims to know the level of spiritual well-being among undergraduates of different streams i.e. B.Sc., B. Com, and B.A by both quantitative and qualitative analysis. About 50 participants were taken for the study pursing their degree, of different streams from SDM college, Ujire. The tools used for the study is spiritual well-being scale developed by R.F. Paloutzian and Ellison.C.W. The sampling method used is purposive sampling and survey sampling research design used. The questions for qualitative study consists of 11. The paradigm used here is constructivism. The method used is semi-structured interview. The Statistical analysis used for quantitative analysis is Independent Sample t-test and One-Way Analysis of Variance and for quantitative analysis Chi-square test is used to find the independence of attributes 4 pair of questions taken for the study. Percentage analysis is done for each question. The study reveals that, there is no significant difference in spiritual well-being across gender. Also, there is no significant difference of spiritual well-being among B.Sc. B. Com and B.A Students. The participants have good existential well-being than religious well-being. The study can be implied in the field of education to know spiritual well-being of individual and reduce misconception in them.

Keywords: Spiritual Well-Being, Undergraduates of Different Streams.

Title: Spiritual Well-Being Among Undergraduates of Different Streams; An Explanatory study

Author: Ms.Sindhu.V,  Dr.Maheshbabu.N

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Abstract: Women are the pioneers of nation. Indian culture attaches great importance to women, comprising half of world’s population.

Women are the key to sustainable development and quality of life in the family. The varieties of role the women assume in the family are those of wife, leader, administrator, manager of family income and last but not the least the mother.

Why there is gender discrimination in household duties? Why it is only the duty of women? When it comes to doing household duties, in the majority of Indian households the task still falls on the women folks. From Ancient Period We all know that all house chores done by women only. This practice is still following by women. In current scenario we are giving freedom of education, freedom of speech, freedom of attire, freedom of expression. Since women have freedom of everything but house chore is the activity of women only. We have removed illiteracy from women, we are giving all freedom to them but still they are suffering from so many problems as well as they play dual role in their life. Now they are also participating in economic activities in their family. Hence, they are doing all the activities whether it is house chores, giving birth to child and taking care of child as well teaching them good and bad things, norms, and values of the society. Even elders are also suggesting to their granddaughters that they have to learn household activities from their maternal houses because after marriage they have to look in to these activities. Why only girl has to learn house core activities? Why boy is not responsible for house core activities? So, by this study I want to aware people regarding gender discrimination in household activities. Only woman is not responsible for this. If both male and female work together and equally participate in all the activities then they can reach high and they can fulfill all their needs in batter way. They also can scamper their life smoothly; they can spend time with their family.

Keywords:  Woman, Household, Freedom, Gender discrimination.

Title: A study on Gender discrimination with reference to women’s households’ duties

Author: MRS. NITA VAGHELA

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Abstract: Globally, the participation of women in political leadership has been dismal with Kenya not left behind. This work studies a history of women participation in political leadership in Kisumu County from 1963 to 2017. The study considers both the county and national levels of government with regard to women participation in elective political positions. The study adopted gender and patriarchy theoretical frameworks to analyse the political participation of women. Using descriptive research design as a guide, data for the study was obtained through questionnaires, archival sources, focus group discussion schedules, interview guides, and secondary sources. The data was then analysed and reported using descriptive statistics and thematic analysis. The findings contribute to the advancement of knowledge about strides that women have made in political leadership participation. The study found that despite the low number of women who have taken up elective leadership positions at the national level from Kisumu County since 1963, there has been a great progress at the county level.

Keywords: History, Participation, Women, Political Leadership.

Title: A HISTORY OF WOMEN PARTICIPATION IN POLITICAL LEADERSHIP IN KISUMU COUNTY

Author: Beryl Owino, Dr. Fredrick Odede, Dr. George Odhiambo

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Abstract: The study entitled Variety of Filipino-Meranaw in Iligan City toward development of a model for analysing variety of language aims to study the variety of Filipino-Meranaw in Iligan City. The specific objectives are: 1) Determine the factors that influence the development of the Filipino-Meranaw variety; 2) Describe the variety in terms of a.) phonology b.) morphology at c.) syntaxis/pragmatics and 3.) Develop a model for analyzing variety of language. Descriptive analysis was used and based on the results of the study: The factors that influenced the existence of the variety are: geographic location, immigration, socio-economic, political, educational characteristics and the language used by the respondents. The Filipino-Meranaw variety was characterized based on (3) aspects. On phonology; words with new pronunciation were compiled; On morphology; the prefixes used in the sentences were: nag and in, mu, ka, han, gina+han, in, pa and hin, pina, um, ma, naka, mag, nag, and ang, mag and han. Gap fillers were frequently used with expression code switching of alternating Filipino and Bisaya words. In syntaxis, the sentence structure is usually simple using one or two clauses with gap fillers. The Maranao prefer to adopt Filipino as a language, but it is also influenced by Bisaya due to communicative needs. The Filipino-Meranaw variety has trace influences from the primary (Filipino) and the secondary language (Bisaya). However, Filipino has the greater influence in the said variety. Meranaw can contribute unique characteristics of its variety as input for the propagation and the intellectualization of the Filipino language.

Keywords: Language Variety, Analysis of Filipino-Meranaw language, Iligan City.

Title: Variety of Filipino-Meranaw in Iligan City: Development of a Model for Analyzing Language Variety

Author: Evangeline Magdaong Jinayon

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Abstract: The purpose of this study was to analyse the nexus between elections stakeholder’s involvement and results acceptability in general elections in Machakos County. This study was guided by the Contemporary Governance Theory. This research used a descriptive research design. The Target Population which was the study unit of observation was made up 350 IEBC official and 50 political contestants for the MP and Governors in the 2007, 2013 and 2017 elections.  Stratified random sampling technique was applied in sample determination. This study took 30% of the two strata’s.  This study utilized a questionnaire and an interview guide to collect primary data. Coding of the data was done by the use of SPSS version 23 for enabling grouping of responses given in a number of classes. Analysis of qualitative data used narratives statements aligned to appropriate1thematic fields1and outcomes1presented in1the prose form. The study concluded that stakeholder’s involvement had a positive significant influence on results acceptability in general elections in Machakos County. Among the stakeholder’s involved included political parties and their leaders, NGOs, Accredited media accredited observers, county administration and security agents. Stakeholder participation helped in easing the transmission of election and dissemination of election process information. The study recommended that stakeholders should be involved in all stages of election process. Further, IEBC should enhance their public participation avenues and there should be a continuous and a regular update.

Keywords: elections stakeholder’s involvement, general elections, IEBC.

Title: THE NEXUS BETWEEN ELECTIONS STAKEHOLDER’S INVOLVEMENT AND RESULTS ACCEPTABILITY IN GENERAL ELECTIONS IN MACHAKOS COUNTY, KENYA FROM 2007 TO 2017

Author: NJENGA Leonard, DR. LAZARUS. K. Ngari

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Abstract: Many elections in emerging democracies are characterized by unpreparedness which leads to irregularities as well abuse of the process of electioneering. The purpose of this study was to assess the nexus between logistical management and results acceptability in general elections in Machakos County. This study was guided by the Theory of Planning. This research used a descriptive research design. The Target Population which was the study unit of observation was made up 350 IEBC official and 50 political contestants for the MP and Governors in the 2007, 2013 and 2017 elections.  Stratified random sampling technique was applied in sample determination. This study took 30% of the two strata’s.  The descriptive statistical tools were used in data analysis. This comprised of the mean, standard deviation, frequencies and percentages. Analysis of qualitative data used narratives statements aligned to appropriate1thematic fields1and outcomes1presented in1the prose form. The study concluded that, logistical management, had a positive significant influence on results acceptability in general elections in Machakos County. To improve on logistical management, the electoral body should carryout logistics arrangement early enough for the purposes of meeting the set timelines. IEBC head value chain department should ensure the least time possible is taken to ensure electoral materials reaches the expected regions. This should be coupled by carrying out logistics arrangements earlier enough to avoid delays on the elections day. A proper planning by IEBC should be advocated for. Further, IEBC should be transparent in all the processes that are ongoing during the election and should give access to information to all parties involved.

Keywords: Elections, elections cycle, preparedness, acceptability and logistics.

Title: THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LOGISTICAL MANAGEMENT AND RESULTS ACCEPTABILITY IN GENERAL ELECTIONS IN MACHAKOS COUNTY, KENYA FROM 2007 TO 2017

Author: NJENGA Leonard, DR. LAZARUS. K. Ngari

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Abstract: This study explored various embedded activities employed by embedded librarians in the Federal University of Technology, Owerri. The study was guided by four research questions. Descriptive case study design was used for this study. This design was appropriate for this study because of its in depth knowledge of embedded activities of librarians x-rayed. Focus group discussion involving nine embedded librarians was used to collect data. Data collected which was based on the general opinions and experiences of the participants were analysed qualitatively. The study revealed embedded activities of embedded librarians to include: conducting of orientation classes and information literacy training; engaging in research/project support services (RPS) and accreditation activities etc. It also revealed achievements recorded by librarians, which include recognition, relevance, value and visibility of librarians and the library. Too much work load, time factor, uncooperative attitude of users, lack of facilities, among others were the challenges confronting embedded librarians. Major strategies to curb these challenges include but not limited to reduction of workload of embedded librarians, provision of facilities and cooperation from all stakeholders among others. Following these major findings, recommendations were proffered.

Keywords: embedded librarianship, embedded librarian, embedded activities, librarian, embedded services, FUTO library, Nigeria.

Title: Embedded Activities Employed by Embedded Librarians in a Nigerian University of Technology

Author: Dr. Francisca C. MBAGWU

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