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The Challenges of Filling Cases to the International Criminal Court
Get PDFThe International Criminal Court is one of the pillars of the international criminal judicial system that was established according to the Rome Statute with the aim of prosecuting individuals accused of crimes of an international nature according to the jurisdictions that fall under its legal jurisdictional authority. However, the court faces obstacles and problems with regard to submitting and referring cases to the court. The researchers attempt to shed light on some of these problems. The researchers found that the problems are divided into four main categories related to the referrals from signatory states, referrals from non-signatory states, referrals from the United Nations Security Council, and referrals from the Prosecutor of the Court. The researchers presented a number of solutions and suggestions that aim to develop the work of the court and increase its effectiveness to achieve the ultimate goal of achieving justice and protecting victims
Fundamental Problems of Water Resources Management in the Helmand River Basin, Afghanistan
Get PDFThe closed hydrology and the geopolitical nature of the Helmand River basin in terms of leadership, management, and use of water resources have created serious threats to its integrity, environmental health, and human security in this river basin. The Helmand River basin, where about 8 million people live, includes about 49 percent of the soil and 11 percent of the water flow of this country. Agricultural sectors and related industries are the main drivers of the economy in this basin and due to the increasing need for food in the country and the region, the population shift towards cities, industrialization, and most importantly climate change and water shortage, competition between major water consumers in this basin is increasing. Despite the increasing number of studies on the water management of the Helmand River basin, no practical research carried out to strengthen and summarize the common conclusions and findings related to the fundamental problems facing the water resources management of this river basin. Therefore, in this article, to fill the aforementioned gap, all related documents, studies, and topics have been comprehensively reviewed and analyzed. To achieve this goal, the qualitative-analytical research method was used to analyze and find the key issues raised, and as a result, the basic problems facing the water resources management of this basin were investigated as much as possible. In the following, the necessary suggestions are also presented so that by implementing it, this country would be able to solve the existing problems by using its hydro political capacities and opportunities and it would also be placed at the center of the water interactions in the river basin, to provide a sustainable and all-round development of the country
Community-Based Tourism Model Development in Increasing Community Involvement and Welfare: A Case Study of Huta Tinggi Village and Huta Bolon Samosir Village
Get PDFNorth Sumatra has tourism potential that is well known to foreign countries, one of the tourist objects is Lake Toba in the Samosir district. Lake Toba was formed from volcanic and tectonic processes and has carved extraordinary natural beauty so that it has become an attractive and well-known tourist destination not only by local tourists but also known by foreign tourists. Its natural beauty in the form of a lake surrounded by hills presents a view that is no less beautiful than Lake Toba itself and is an inseparable unit from the life of its people (known as the Toba Samosir people). This natural tourism potential can certainly be developed by utilizing local wisdom in the form of local customs and culture by involving the community to participate in developing tourism potential. The purpose of this study was to analyze the tourism potential in Huta Bolon and Huta Tinggi Village, Samosir Regency, evaluate community readiness for the development of community-based tourism and local government efforts to develop tourism in Huta Bolon and Huta Tinggi Village, Samosir Regency. community-based tourism development policies in Huta Bolon and Huta Tinggi Village, Samosir Regency. Outcomes to be achieved in this study. With this model, the problem of action and poverty in society can be resolved. This study used a survey method with locations in Huta Bolon and Huta Tinggi Village, Samosir Regency. Sources of data in this study are the village community, community leaders and village officials. Data collection was carried out using observation techniques, questionnaires, interviews and documentary studies. Data analysis was carried out with the stages of reduction, data presentation, and data verification. The results showed that the physical and social potential in Huta Bolon and Huta Tinggi Village could be developed for tourism. Moreover, the level of readiness of the community is relatively high. The formulation of the CBT model is called the CBT model RP3I (Community Based Tourism: Relationship, Planning, Producing, Promoting and Involvement)
Transitivity Analysis of Luh Ayu Manik's Narrative Text: Unveiling Character and Action Dynamics
Get PDFThis study investigates the depiction of characters in the narrative text Luh Ayu Manik – Tresna ring Alas through the application of transitivity processes within the framework of Systemic Functional Linguistics. Utilizing a qualitative approach, the research analyzes various linguistic processes—including Material, Mental, Relational, Behavioral, and Verbal—to examine how these processes portray the main character and supporting characters. The findings reveal that Luh Ayu Manik is depicted as proactive and courageous through Material processes, introspective and empathetic through Mental processes, and responsible and caring through Relational processes. Her perseverance is emphasized through Behavioral processes, while her leadership is demonstrated through Verbal processes. Additionally, the analysis uncovers the complex roles of supporting characters such as Made Anjasmara and Ketut Suprabawa Kabinawa, who are portrayed as brave and strategic in their actions. Meanwhile, the antagonistic characters, the thieves, are depicted through destructive actions and complex emotional responses, highlighting their role as significant threats to the environment. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of character development and narrative dynamics, demonstrating the effectiveness of transitivity analysis in uncovering detailed character attributes and interactions
Local Wisdom Media-Based Learning Model: Basic Competencies for Creative Economy Development in Social Sciences Subjects (Social Sciences)
Get PDFThis research was motivated by the low learning outcomes of students in social studies learning in Class IX of SMP Negeri 1 Pahae Julu on Basic Competencies for Creative Economy Development. The aims of this research are 1) to find out the local wisdom-based learning model that has been developed and is valid for use in the social studies subject for Class IX of SMP Negeri 1 Pahae Julu, and 2) to find out the local wisdom-based learning model that can be developed and can be effective in improving student learning outcomes in the Social Sciences subject for Class IX of SMP Negeri 1 Pahae Julu. The research results show that the "IASUDE" learning model based on local wisdom received an average percentage of 90% validation from design experts, 90% from media experts, and 87.37% from material experts, which can be categorized as very appropriate. The results of the hypothesis test show that the research data have been declared normal and homogeneous. The results of the hypothesis test show that the value of tcount > ttable = -9.51> -1.67, so it can be concluded that tcount > ttable, which means that H1 is accepted, which reads: The IASUDE learning model developed is able to effectively improve the learning outcomes of class IX students at SMP Negeri 1 Pahae Julu
Development of an Android-Based Taekwondo Sports Coach Marketing Application
Get PDFThe purpose of this research is to produce an application product in terms of the marketing field of android-based taekwondo martial arts trainers to make it easier for members (prospective athletes) to find competent trainers. This research is a type of research and development or Research and Development (R&D). The design used in this research is development research from Borg and Gall. The subjects of this study consisted of 25 people for small group trials and 40 people for large group trials. In the first small group (small) trial, the results of the research were obtained with a trial subject of 15 athletes and 10 coaches obtained a percentage of 92.86% with a decent category in the small trial. Based on the results of expert validation, it can be seen from the aspects of registration as a user 92%, registration as a coach 93.5%, ease of use 85%, and usefulness 93.5%. So on a small trial scale, application products in terms of the marketing field of android-based taekwondo martial arts sports trainers are valid. In the second group trial (large) obtained research results with 40 test subjects with 25 athletes with 15 coaches, a percentage of 94.00% was obtained with very feasible criteria. Based on the results of expert validation, the registration aspect as a user is 92.67%, the registration aspect as a coach is 94.33%, the aspect of usefulness is 94.67%, and the assessment on the aspect of ease of use of the coach is 93.67% (feasible). So on a large trial scale the application product in terms of the marketing field of android-based taekwondo martial arts coaches is valid. In this expert revision, there are no more revisions made by experts, so that the application product in terms of the marketing field of taekwondo martial arts sports trainers based on android is feasible
Syntactic Analysis of Serial Verb Constructions in Arabic Language
Get PDFThis research discusses Serial Verb Constructions found in both written and spoken Arabic language. The study is conducted using Syntax Analysis, employing a qualitative descriptive research design. Data collection is done through document analysis and fieldwork by collaborating techniques of reading, listening, and note-taking. Data sources are obtained in two forms, written data sourced from the Quran, and field data acquired from conversations with students at Darularafah Islamic boarding school. The data analysis stage employs the method proposed by Sudaryanto (2015:15), which emphasizes language analysis tools derived from the language itself, delineated in basic techniques only. This research aims to classify the Serial Verb Constructions in the syntactic formation of Arabic language based on the relationship between the first verb (V1) and the second verb (V2). The findings show that there are patterns in forming serial verbs in Arabic, such as V1 + V2 Pattern, V1 + the letter أن /an/ + V2 Pattern, V1 + the letter /lan/ + the letter أن /an/ + V2 Pattern, إن /in/ + V1 + V2 Pattern, لم /lam/ + V1 + V2 Pattern, and كَيْفَمَا /kayfama/ + V1 + V2 Pattern
Exploring Causes of Plagiarism and Its Reduction among Students
Get PDFThis research focused on causes of plagiarism among students and its reduction. Through qualitative research related to the first question that what is students’ understanding about plagiarism? How can they define the word of plagiarism? It is found that all the students have the same understanding of the meaning of the word of plagiarism and they defined it in different ways with same meaning they mentioned that it is taking of others work, idea or activity and name it as their own work. Related to the second question of the questionnaires that what type of plagiarism do the students familiar with? Different kinds of plagiarism found out through research namely intentionally, unintentionally, direct, self, accidental and source based on plagiarism. Related to the third question that what causes students’ plagiarism? it is found that there are different causes of plagiarism such as lack of content knowledge, having some problem on citation, references, lack of information, lack of enough ability how to do something, lack of hard working, academic pressure, fear of not to be succeed or have low grades in the exam are causes for their plagiarism. Related to the fourth question of the research on how plagiarism can be reduced among students? It is found that through giving good resources and lectures regarding research methodology section, hiring professionals, updating research methodology subjects and students should be taught and trained practical knowledge of the content of the research paper and teachers should have regular meeting with students related to their assignment. Related to the fifth question that what is instructor’s penalty for the students who plagiarize? It is found that teacher will not accept the assignment of the students and they will ask students to re- do it and if he/ she fined two students with the same paper or paragraphs he will reduce the grade for both of the students
To Develop the Local Wisdom Learning Material Based on Contextual Teaching and Studying for Increasing Social Character
Get PDFThis research aims to analyze: (1) the feasibility of Local Wisdom Social Sciences teaching materials based on contextual teaching and learning (CTL) to improve the social character of Class IV MIN 12 students in Medan Tembung District; (2) the practicality of Local Wisdom Social Sciences teaching materials based on contextual teaching and learning (CTL) to improve the social character of Class IV MIN 12 students in Medan Tembung District; (3) analyzing the effectiveness of Local Wisdom Social Sciences teaching materials based on contextual teaching and learning (CTL) to improve the social character of Class IV MIN 12 students in Medan Tembung District. Stages of developing teaching materials with Research & Development (R&D) research using the Thiagarajan 4-D model. This research was carried out at MIN 12 Medan Tembung District, Medan City. The subjects in this research consisted of two classes, namely the experimental class with 24 students and the control class with 23 students. Based on research, it shows that (1) The teaching materials developed are suitable for use to improve students' social character with scores obtained from material experts of 93.8%, language experts of 87.69%, and design experts of 93.10%, with the category "Very Worthy". (2) The teaching materials developed are practically used to improve students' social character with a score obtained from the teacher of 95%, in the "Very Practical" category. (3) The teaching materials developed were effectively used to improve students' social character, with scores obtained from the experimental class experiencing a significant increase. The average pretest score for students in the experimental class was 75, and the posttest score increased to an average of 93 with a gain value of 0.62, with "medium" criteria. Meanwhile, in the control class, the average student pretest score was 75 and the posttest score reached an average of 83, with a gain value of 0.27, with "low" criteria
Accounting Subject Achievement of 11th Grade Social Students at SMA Murni Bandar Baru was Influenced by Family and School Environment
Get PDFThis research was carried out at SMA Deli Murni Bandar Baru with the aim of describing the students' family and school environments as well as describing students' academic achievements in accounting subjects and knowing the influence of the family and school environment on students' academic achievements in accounting subjects. This research used a descriptive verification approach with a sample size of 110 students from a total population of 148. The population consisted of 11th grade of IPS (Social) students at SMA Deli Murni Bandar Baru. Sampling uses random sampling which is the method used to take samples. Information on student learning achievement was obtained from documents, while information on the home and school environment was obtained from distributing questionnaires. Estimated coefficient of determination (KD) was used to assess the data and evaluate it using Pearson product moment correlation calculations. Based on the findings of the Pearson product moment correlation calculation, a correlation of 0.468 was obtained for the family environment variable (X1) and a significance level of 0.05 for the school environment variable (X2) on student learning achievement in accounting subjects. Pay attention to the findings of the coefficient of determination for the family environment (21.9%) and the school environment (34.9%) to find out the influence. The findings of the statistical hypothesis test using the t test at a significance level of 0.05 show that the home and school environment significantly improves student learning achievement in accounting courses. Based on research findings, student learning achievement is positively influenced by the home and school environment