scholarly journals IMPACT OF MACHINE TRANSLATION ON UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ TRANSLATION ABILITY: SOUTH EASTERN UNIVERSITY OF SRI LANKA AS A MODEL

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-127
Author(s):  
M.S. Zunoomy ◽  
F.H.A. Shibly

Machine Translation (MT) is a unique tool in the field of translation. It is used all over the world. In accordance with, the undergraduates who are following Specialization in Linguistics and Translation at the department of Arabic language from South Eastern University of Sri Lanka face obstacles when they translate between Tamil, English & Arabic. Due to, they focus on MT to translate. According to this, the current research aims to identify the impact of MT on their translation activities. This research uses the descriptive analysis methodology. Primary data were collected from observation and questionnaire that was given to the undergraduates who are following Specialization in Linguistics and Translation at the department of Arabic language from South Eastern University of Sri Lanka in the academic year 2018/2019. Secondary data were gathered from research papers, books, research articles, and websites. The findings of this research declares that the undergraduates in the selected area have desires in the translation field and face the obstacles when translating. Thus, they try to use MT for getting accurate translation, idea of the source text, understanding the unknown words. Due to it, they couldn’t omit the MT in their translation activities. Because, it is easy to use and helps to save the time. At the time, they assume that non-use of MT will effect negatively in their translation ability.

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (12) ◽  
pp. 152-157
Author(s):  
Zunoomy M.S. ◽  
Munas M.H.A.

Nominal sentence is a specific aspect of a language. It consists of a subject and predicate. The predicate reflects the subject. Second language learners of Arabic at the level university face difficulties in creating sentences consisting of a subject and predicate and in translating them into Tamil. At the same time, they have learned Arabic grammar in Sri Lankan Arabic Colleges with the 5 – 7 years and also Tamil is their native language. Thus, this research aims to identify the grammar errors when writing nominal sentences and to translate them to Tamil and to rely on the reasons for them. To this, the research uses descriptive analytical methodology through a quantitative approach. It uses a questionnaire for primary data among the undergraduates of the Department of Arabic Language, South Eastern University of Sri Lanka. At the same time, secondary data were gathered from researches, books, articles, website articles. The research finds that the undergraduate has the enough theoretical knowledge about the nominal sentence and they have no confuse to develop a nominal sentence. At the same time, in the practical part, they are neutral level in writing a nominal sentence, in finding the error from them a, and in translating them into Tamil. Hence, the practical part is difficult for the undergraduates than the theoretical part.


Society ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 187-204
Author(s):  
Andy Alfatih ◽  
Diana Dewi Sartika ◽  
Dyah Hapsari Eko Nueraheni

One of the efforts to obtain and increase village revenue was by running a business through a village-owned enterprise (VOEs). A policy was needed for utilizing village resources in establishing a village-owned enterprise. The Musi Rawas Regency Government had made a policy, namely Musi Rawas Regency Regional Regulation Number 10 of 2013, concerning Guidelines for the Establishment and Management of Village-Owned Enterprises (VOEs). Villages of Musi Rawas Regency had implemented this regulation. This research aimed to evaluate the implementation of this regional regulation. This research method is descriptive quantitative comprises a sample survey and descriptive analysis indicators resulting from the sample survey. The population of this research was 174 Village-Owned Enterprises (VOEs/BUMDes) in Musi Rawas Regency. At the same time, the sample was 64 VOEs which was taken by referring to the Slovin formula. There were primary data and secondary ones. Primary data came mainly from the questionnaire and field observation. Meanwhile, secondary data were sourced from documents, such as archives and reports. Data were analyzed by descriptive technique. The descriptive technique was done by displaying data, assessing them, delivering argument, quoting theory for justification and confirmation, and concluding. Implementing the Regional Regulation concerning Guidelines for the Establishment and Management of Village-Owned Enterprises (VOEs) was successful. This could be seen from several indicators, refers to Ripley & Franklin (1986), namely: 1) There existed compliance of policy implementers towards the content of the regional regulation. The degree of compliance was high and was in a good category. 2) The establishment and management of VOEs (the smoothness of routine functions) were also high and classified as good, and 3) The performance of the management of VOEs was also good. The impact of policy implementation (regional regulation of Musi Rawas Regency) was positive (good).


2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (3A) ◽  
pp. 63
Author(s):  
River Pieter Tandaju ◽  
Elsje P. Manginsela ◽  
Nordy F. L. Waney

The research aims to describe the impact of the conversion of agricultural land of cloves to the socio-economic condition of farmers. The study was conducted from May to July 2017. The data used are primary data obtained through interviews to 5 (five) respondents who sell land for land converted. Secondary data is obtained from Tetetana Hill nature reserve, Kumelembuai village government, books and journals. Data analysis used is descriptive analysis. The research results showed that viewed from the economic side, land conversion has a positive impact for the farmers family and local society. Positive impacts for farmers family include increasing the income, helping to construction the house of farmers, opening up a new farming businesses, and for local society like existence of jobs. Viewed from the social side, land conversion has positive and negative impacts, that is: change of farmers family life status (positive impact), and the influence of visitor habits toward society (negative impact).


Author(s):  
M.S.H.U. Karunarathne

Convergence of India-China interests on Sri Lankan context became critical during post conflict period as it provided the platform for these two powerful nations to check and balance their interests. This paper aims at discussing the impact of their interests on post conflict Sri Lanka. The main objective of the study is to theoretically analyze the convergence of Indo-China interests on above context and their impact on Sri Lanka. To achieve aforesaid objectives qualitative approach has been adopted and secondary data is the main type of data obtained from various sources such as books, journal articles, newspapers, government records and other relevant documents available in both printed and electronic versions. Document analysis, theoretical analysis and descriptive analysis are used to analyze data. In document analysis documents are interpreted to give meaning and it collects available data related to the study and interprets them to find out specific issues. Concepts derive from literature review and theoretical analysis helps to develop broader understanding on those issues and collect new knowledge. Descriptive analysis also used in certain areas to provide comprehensive understanding of collected data. The research findings conclude Chinese influence over the other regions seems inevitable with its rise as a global economic and military power which is perceived as a threat by India. India is also trying to match Chinese rise resulting suspicion and fear psychosis among one another’s achievements.  Both are engaged in a competition to achieve goodwill of their neighbors.  Sri Lanka has become convergence point for both India and China due to its strategic importance in the Indian Ocean and it was intensified during post conflict period. Both attempted to attract the post conflict reconstruction projects but China impressed more positively on Sri Lankan policy makers since its aid came with no influences for domestic politics. India raised the issue on reconciliation and power devolution and even supported UN resolution against Sri Lanka. Chinese approach was more peaceful and beneficial for Sri Lanka whereas India


2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 125
Author(s):  
Ria Manurung ◽  
A. Kristiadji Rahardjo

The purpose of this study is to analyze the impact of Fintech on Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) capital with the P2P Lending model. The formulation of the problem is What is the impact of Fintech on MSME capital with the P2P Lending model? Research locations in the Banyumas Regency area with a concentration of 110 MSME as a research sample, with the criterion that ever or currently lending with P2P Lending system. Primary data were obtained from the results of questionnaire processing and interviews with respondents, namely MSME, while secondary data was sought from OJK, BPS, the Ministry of Cooperatives and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, BI, articles, and textbooks relevant to research. Data analysis methods are descriptive analysis methods, paired difference analysis and ordinary least square (OLS). The conclusion obtained in this study is a tendency to increase in the Number of Workers, Turnover, Product Sales, Profits and Business Costs after the use of Fintech with the Peer to Peer (P2P) Lending model in MSME. So venture capital loans obtained through FinTech with the P2P Lending model have a positive effect on the improvement and development of the MSME business.


2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 99
Author(s):  
Andreas ., Rasu ◽  
Noortje Marsellanie Benu ◽  
Elsje Pauline Manginsela

The purpose of this study to determine the impact of the presence of Coconut Flour Industry (PT. Global Coconut) to the community in the Radey Village. This research was carried out on members of the village community Radey as respondents. Total respondents 32 people consisting of workers in the industry (25 persons), who did not work in the industry that ordinary members of community (5 persons) and community leaders (2 persons). The study lasted for 3 months from September to November 2016. The sample selection using snowballing method. Types of data collected in this study are primary and secondary data. Primary data is data obtained by direct interview to the respondents. Secondary data is obtained from the Village Office. The data collected concerning Identity Respondents, namely: (1) Name of Respondent, (2) age, expressed in units of years, (3) Level of education, measured by educational level already attained (elementary, junior high, high school, diploma, and University). Data regarding positive or negative impact of the presence of Industry on the community in the village of Radey regarding: (1) Income received before and after working in the company, (2) employment opportunities, (3) business opportunities. The analytical method used in this research is descriptive analysis method qualitative and quantitative modest presented in tabular form. The results of this research showed that the presence of PT Global Agro-Industry Plant in the Radey Village has gave positive and negative impacts for rural communities in the form of increases in income, employment and business opportunity, the new procurement of agricultural roads better and their support for the national celebration activities in the village. The negative impact of such a foul odor had happened only when the management of the rest of the selection in the form of broken coconut and waste production is not done well.Keywords: impact, agro-industry, community, village Radey, South Minahasa District


2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (01) ◽  
pp. 29-37
Author(s):  
A. Gustiwan ◽  
Lia Warlina

Sukasirna Village is one of ten villages that existed in Kecamatan Sukaluyu. The area of Kecamatan Sukaluyu  is about 48.02 km2 or 4,802 ha. In the local Government Regulation No. 17 Year 2012 about Spatial Plan Kabupaten Cianjur in 2011 – 2031 set Kecamatan Sukaluyu bas set industrial zone. The research objectives area to identify land use change and it’s impact were to the economy of community in Desa Sukasirna. Data collection techniques were primary and secondary data collection. Primary data obtained from the results of observation and dissemination of questionnaires to the communities and farmers, while the secondary data obtained from relevant institutions agencies such as BAPPEDA, Badan Pusat Statistik, and the Office of Sukasirna Village. Method used for data analysis were descriptive analysis and overlay techniques for land use map in 2006, 2011, and 2016. The reseach resultan showed there was conversion of agricultural land into industrial land use. The area of agricultural land i.e ricefield in 2006 was 81.1 percent, in 2011 was 77 percent and in 2016, the area was 66.2 percent. The Langest conversion of agricultural land into industrial land was in 2011 to 2016 with an area of 57,37. The impact on livelihoods and people's income in 2016 had a decline in the number of farmers and there was an increasing livelihood of factory employees. The growth of industry increased the income of the community in 41 percent and additional income such as trading around the industrial area. Impacts on farmers led to a decrease in land ownership of farmers with a percentage of 48 percent, as well as other impacts on the environment were water pollution and air /sound pollution with a percentage of 70 percent.   Kata Kunci : Guna Lahan, Perubahan Guna Lahan, Pemukiman, dan Pemasukan


2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Richard Oduro Asamoah ◽  
Bernard Kofi Baiden ◽  
Gabriel Nani

Cost of building is usually influenced by several factors; one of such is frequent changes in macroeconomic variables. The purpose of this study is to establish the need to conduct further research on the impact of changes in macroeconomic components on the cost of public educational buildings. The study adopted the qualitative research approach; purposive and snowballing techniques were used in selecting respondents. Questionnaire survey was used to obtain primary data from respondents who were Quantity Surveyors and Estimators. The questionnaires were analyzed through descriptive analysis. Secondary data was obtained through literature review. The study revealed that respondents were satisfied with cost management procedures and practices and mainly relied on cash flow, progress reporting, and project cost control methods as means of monitoring and managing project cost. Relative important index, prime rate, interest rate, and inflation were some of the macroeconomic components that professionals considered having impact on cost. The respondents also recommended further studies on the impact of macroeconomic variability on cost of public buildings.


2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (01) ◽  
pp. 21-28 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Hatta ◽  
Lia Warlina

ABSTRAK The research objective were to identify land use change in Kecamatan Cibadak and to describe the impact of land use change toward farmer’s income. This research used primary and secondary data. Primary data was collected by distribution of questionary, while secondary data was obtained from related intitutions.overlay technique was used to identify land use change. In other hand, descriptive analysis was use to describe land use change impact toward on farmer’s income. The total change of land use was 1,86 % in seven years (2006-2013). The total change of land use was 1,19 % in three years (2013-2016). The total income of land use type settlement was 33,112 ha in the ten years. However, the total change of agricultural land was 19,699 ha. It were 11 farmers who convert their land stated that theor income were in change deu to land conversion. Their agricultural land was converted into built area. The farmers still own the land and the culding or houses.   Kata Kunci : Guna Lahan, Perubahan Guna Lahan, Pemasukan


2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 105-115
Author(s):  
T. Miftakhul Rizki ◽  
Indra Indra ◽  
Agussabti Agussabti

Abstrak – Inovasi budidaya nilam adalah suatu ide, gagasan, atau tindakan yang dapat diterapkan pada budidaya nilam yang berdampak terhadap pendapatan. Budidaya setelah inovasi berdampak terhadap meningkatnya pendapatan dibandingkan dengan budidaya sebelum inovasi yang menyebabkan kerugian dan kerusakan ekosistem. Dimana penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi sistem usahatani nilam, mengetahui inovasi apa saja yang dapat diterapkan untuk meningkatkan budidaya nilam, dan dampak inovasi terhadap pendapatan petani pada budidaya nilam di Desa Kuala Bakong Kecamatan Sampoinet Kabupaten Aceh Jaya. Data yang digunakan adalah data primer dan data sekunder. Metode analisis yang digunakan adalah analisis deskriptif kuantitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sistem budidaya nilam yang dilakukan petani dengan tahapan perpindahan lahan setiap periode tanam, bibit dipetik dari stek tanaman nilam sebelumnya ditanam, penyiangan gulma menggunakan pestisida, pemupukan dengan pupuk anorganik, pengendalian peyakit tidak intensif dan tradisional, dan pemanenan dilakukan sekali dalam satu periode tanam, inovasi yang dapat diberikan berupa inovasi penggunaan bibit unggul dan pembuatan kebun bibit, sistem tanam tetap, pupuk organik, pengendalian penyakit budog, dan inovasi panen sampai 8 kali, dan dampak inovasi terhadap pendapatan pada nilam basah Rp 168.465.652  dan nilam kering Rp 193.089.652 secara keseluruhan 50%.The Study Of Innovation In Patchouli Cultivation In The Village Of Kuala Bakong Sub-District Of Aceh Jaya Sampoinet  Abstract – Patchouli cultivation innovation is an idea, or actions that can be applied to the cultivation of patchouli impact on revenue. Cultivation after the innovation impact on the increase in revenues compared to prior cultivation of innovation that caused losses and damage to ecosystems. Where this research aims to identify farming systems patchouli, knowing what innovation can be applied fatherly improve patchouli cultivation, and the impact of innovation on the income of farmers in the cultivation of patchouli in the village Sampoinet Kuala Bakong subdistrict of Aceh Jaya district. The data used are primary data and secondary data. The analytical method used is quantitative descriptive analysis. The results showed that the system patchouli cultivation by the farmers with the stages of the transfer of land every planting period, the seeds are picked from cuttings patchouli before planting, weeding use of pesticides, fertilizers with inorganic fertilizer, control peyakit not intensive and traditional, and harvesting is done once in a planting period, innovations that can be provided in the form of innovative use of quality seeds and manufacture of nurseries, planting system remains, organic fertilizers, disease control budog and innovation harvest up to 8 times, and the impact of innovation on revenue in wet patchouli Rp 168.465.652 and dry patchouli Rp 193.089.652 overall 50%.  


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