- Volume 11, Number 1 (2023)
LITERARY ALCHEMY: UNLEASHING THE POTENTIAL OF STORYTELLING IN EFL EDUCATION
Zainab Ali Hassan, Ahmed Abbas Al-Mansoori
Stories have always held a special place in human society, captivating our attention and leaving lasting impressions. From the cherished memories of childhood bedtime tales to the motivational fables and parables shared by parents, stories play a significant role in shaping individual and group personalities. Recognizing the undeniable impact of storytelling, educators have integrated stories into various classroom activities to engage and educate students effectively. This research explores two primary methods of presenting stories: storytelling and reading aloud. Each approach offers unique benefits and may be preferred by teachers for different reasons. Abrahmsen (1998) identifies storytelling as a vital foundation...
ZEOLITE WONDERS: DECODING UNIAXIAL STRESS-STRAIN DYNAMICS IN ENHANCED PAVEMENT STRUCTURES
Aisha Nurul Hidayah
Semi-flexible pavements (SFP) play a crucial role in modern transportation infrastructure, and their performance is heavily influenced by the proportion of cement mortar content filling the voids in the mixture. While higher grouted mortar content enhances the performance of SFP, there exists an optimal level beyond which further improvements are not significant. Repeated traffic loads exert stress and strain on the pavement structure around the wheel axis, leading to accelerated degradation with the emergence of cracks and permanent defects. Consequently, developing stress-strain models for SFP becomes imperative. This study focuses on the stress-strain relationship of SFP containing waste tire rubber...
CRUSTACEAN CHEMISTRY: UTILIZING CHITOSAN FROM SHRIMP SKIN IN THE BATTLE AGAINST METHYL ORANGE CONTAMINATION
Muhammad Iqbal Akbar, Farida Hanum Zulfikar
The rapid growth and development of the textile industry have led to an alarming increase in waste generation, posing significant environmental challenges. Uncontrolled discharge of industrial waste into water bodies has resulted in widespread pollution, threatening the delicate balance of nature. To combat dye contamination and its detrimental effects on the environment, adsorption has emerged as a promising solution. Activated charcoal, traditionally used for adsorption, has become expensive due to high demand in various industries. Consequently, researchers are now focusing on exploring cost-effective adsorbents derived from waste materials. In this study, chitosan extracted from shrimp shells was employed as an...
REVOLUTIONIZING EDUCATION: A DEEP DIVE INTO MODULAR LEARNING IN THE COVID-19 LANDSCAPE
Theresa Santos del Norte
In times of crisis, human judgments can become clouded by greed, leading to uncertainty surrounding one's principles, desires, and commitments. Each individual presents their own unique reasons, opinions, and arguments to justify their actions, either seeking personal gratification or striving for the betterment of the collective. These differing perspectives often reveal the vast disparities in people's beliefs and values, sometimes resulting in heated debates that can be emotionally distressing, tearing at the fabric of relationships and breaking hearts over what might, in essence, be simple misunderstandings. However, despite these challenges, there is a remarkable phenomenon where unity emerges as a...
NORTHERN BANGLADESH UNVEILED: UNPACKING THE RESPONSE TO THE 2020 CORONA PANDEMIC AND FUTURE OUTLOOK
Hasan Mahmud Chowdhury
Amidst crisis, individuals often find themselves swayed by greed, uncertainty, and conflicting principles, leading to varied reasons, opinions, and arguments that may either unite or divide them. This study explores the underlying causes of underdevelopment in the Rangpur region, focusing on its agriculture-based economy, rampant poverty, high number of landless individuals, and significant unemployment rates. As part of Northern Bangladesh, Rangpur is particularly susceptible to recurring and severe natural disasters, including droughts, floods, and Monga, exacerbating the challenges faced by its inhabitants. The recent COVID-19 pandemic has further compounded the region's woes, imposing an additional threat on an already vulnerable...