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An Amateur Physiologist: George Henry Lewes as Witness at the 1875 Royal Commission on Vivisection, Part II
Authors: Holmes Tarquin
Published: November 2024

This article forms the second part of a piece on George Henry Lewes’s testimony at the 1875 Royal Commission on Vivisection. The first part established the background to his testimony, including the origins of his interests in experimental physiology, his scientific networking. and his distinctive role as the sole “private investigator” to testify at the Commission, at a time when amateur and private animal experimentation was under increasing scrutiny. This second part will offer a detailed breakdown of Lewes’s December 1875 testimony, exploring themes in the questions he was asked and providing further contextualization to his answers, including their links with his broader physiological theories, as previously published in his Physiology of Common Life and as he was further developing at the time in his Problems of Life and Mind book series. It will conclude by considering the aftermath of Lewes’s testimony and his legacy as a scientist.
Sentinel-2 uydu görüntüsü kullanılarak saf kavak meşcerelerinde meşcere hacmi ve göğüs yüzeyinin tahmin edilmesi
Authors: Gunlu Alkan , Demir Sultan
Published: November 2024

Giriş ve Hedefler Meşcere hacmi ve göğüs yüzeyi gibi meşcere özellikleri orman kaynaklarını değerlendirmek için önemlidir. Bu nedenle, sürdürülebilir bir şekilde ormanların planlanmasında meşcere özelliklerinin doğru ve güvenilir bir şekilde belirlemesi kritik öneme sahiptir. Geleneksel olarak, meşcere özellikleri arazide envanter aşamasında yersel ölçümlerle belirlenmektedir. Ancak geniş ormanlık alanlarda meşcere özelliklerinin belirlenmesi oldukça emek isteyen, maliyetli ve zaman alıcı olmaktadır. Son yirmi yılda gelişen uzaktan algılama teknolojisinde meydana gelen değişmelerle birlikte uzaktan algılama verileri kullanılarak meşcere özelliklerinin belirlenmesine yönelik çalışmalar sürekli artmaktadır.
Yöntemler Çalışmada toplam 121 adet örnek alandan elde edilen veriler kullanılmıştır. Her bir örnek alan için meşcere hacmi ve göğüs yüzeyi değerleri hesaplanmıştır. Bununla birlikte, her bir örnek alan için Sentinel-2 uydu görüntüsünden elde edilen bant reflektans ve vejetasyon indis değerleri hesaplanmıştır. Meşcere hacmi ve göğüs yüzeyi ile uydu görüntüsünden elde edilen değişkenler arasındaki ilişkiler çoğul regresyon analizi ile modellenmiş ve toplam 6 adet model geliştirilmiştir.
Bulgular Çalışmadan elde edilen bulgular incelendiğinde meşcere hacmi için en iyi model başarısı bant reflektans ve vejetasyon indislerinin birlikte bağımsız değişken olarak yer aldığı modelde, meşcere göğüs yüzeyi için ise sadece vejetasyon indislerinin bağımsız değişken olarak yer aldığı modelde bulunmuştur.
Sonuçlar Geliştirilen model başarıları incelendiğinde en iyi model belirtme katsayısı, meşcere hacmi için (R_düz^2=0,569; Sy.x=0,49989 m3/ha) ve meşcere göğüs yüzeyi için ise 〖(R〗_düz^2=0,420; Sy.x=0,47304 m2/ha) olarak bulunmuştur.
Antalya-Yeşilvadi yöresinde yayılış yapan kızılçam meşcereleri için yeni bir ağaç hacim modelinin geliştirilmesi
Authors: Bolat Ferhat
Published: November 2024

Giriş ve Hedefler Ormanların planlanması aşamasında, ağaç serveti ve artımı önemli ölçütlerdendir. Bu çalışmada Antalya-Yeşilvadi yöresinde yayılış yapan saf Kızılçam (Pinus brutia Ten.) meşcereleri için yeni bir ağaç hacim denkleminin geliştirilmesi amaçlanmıştır.
Yöntemler Söz konusu amacı gerçekleştirmek için ilgili meşcerelerden farklı çap basamakları dikkate alınarak seçilen toplam altmış beş ağaçta ölçümler yapılmıştır. Ağaç hacim denklemini geliştirilmek için üssel model formu esas alınmıştır. Önerilen yeni model, hata ölçütleri dikkate alınarak literatürdeki alternatifiyle kıyaslanmıştır. Ayrıca, yanlılık ve eğrisellik ölçütleri ile söz konusu modellerin tahmin davranışları açısından kararlı bir yapıda olup olmadıkları analiz edilmiştir.
Bulgular Alternatif model, hata ölçütleri bakımından küçük farklarla geliştirilen yeni modelden daha başarılı olsa da tahmin davranışı açısından belirsizlikler içermektedir. Geliştirilen yeni model, hata ölçütleri bakımından kabul edilebilir tahminler üretmiş ve kararlı bir tahmin davranışı sergilemiştir.
Sonuçlar Elde edilen sonuçlara bağlı olarak, gerçekçi ve güvenilir ağaç hacim tahminleri elde etmek için model davranış analizinin dikkate alınması önerilmektedir.
The Shadow Side of the Semi-Civilized Man in the Archive of the Dutch Philosopher of History Johan Huizinga
Authors: Sokratova-Kyaycheva Asya
Published: November 2024

The article is intended to highlight little-known aspects of the activities of the Dutch philosopher of history Johan Huizinga, who, in the period before and during the Second World War, as rector of Leiden University was subject to anti-Semitic and pro-Nazi pressure. The study is centered on his correspondence and articles, including his speeches at the conferences of the International Commission for Intellectual Cooperation of the League of Nations organized at the time when Hitler came to power. A focus is then placed on Huizinga‘s last book, written while he was a prisoner of the Nazis and published posthumously. With it, the famous intellectual academic brings attention to the emergence of the „semi-civilized man“. Why and to what extent this new phenomenon is the main challenge for the future of Europe is one of the questions this article tries to answer.
A Look at the Publishing Activity of Agricultural University – Plovdiv
Authors: N. Georgieva Petya
Published: November 2024

This article presents the publishing activity of the Agricultural University of Plovdiv from the establishment of Plovdiv State University in 1945 to the present day. Initially, the Plovdiv State University included two faculties – medical and agronomic. Then, the publication of the collection “Scientific Works” began. The first issue was published in 1947 jointly with the Faculty of Medicine under the name “Yearbook”. After 1950, the Faculty of Agronomy was separated as an independent Higher Agricultural Institute and started publishing the newspaper “Kolarovets”. Later, the newspaper’s name was “Niva,” and the last issue was published in 1997. The publishing activity of the Higher Agricultural Institute grew with the publication of textbooks and monographs, but it also began to accept external orders. In 1994, the Higher Agricultural Institute celebrated its 50th anniversary by establishing an Academic Publishing House with a new and modern printing facility. Since 2009, the specialized scientific journal “Agrarni nauki”/”Agricultural Sciences” has been published, which is also published in electronic edition and is indexed in the best academic research databases in the World.
Políticas públicas y prevención de la violencia de género en la ruralidad del cantón Chone-Ecuador
Authors: Loor Melissa Nereida , Loor Villavicenci Cristel Monserrate , Intriago Cusme Nancy Evelina , Mendoza Andrea Sofia
Published: November 2024

La presente investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar las políticas públicas, programas y proyectos implementados por el Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado Municipal y Parroquiales del cantón Chone y su implicación en la prevención de la violencia de género. El estudio se llevó a cabo mediante los métodos inductivo, deductivo, analítico y sintético, utilizando técnicas de entrevista y encuesta. La recopilación de datos se realizó a través de la escala de Likert, y se emplearon los tipos de investigación bibliográfica, de método y descriptiva. En el desarrollo de este  trabajo se identificaron las normativas establecidas que promueven y contribuyen a la erradicación de la violencia de género en la zona rural norte del cantón Chone, mediante la revisión documental. Además, se aplicó encuesta a la ciudadanía para recopilar información y contrastarla con el fin de cumplir con los objetivos propuestos. En el desarrollo de la investigación se identificaron problemáticas como el desconocimiento, desmotivación, y falta de empatía por parte de la ciudadanía de la ruralidad, además, de la ausencia de políticas públicas que contribuyan a la resolución de esta problemática social.
Calidad en la educación superior: articulación de funciones sustantivas en la Universidad Técnica de Babahoyo
Authors: Olaya-Reyes Johana , Landeta-Bejarano Nathalie , Goyes Cabezas Miguel
Published: November 2024

El objetivo del presente estudio es analizar la interrelación entre las funciones sustantivas de la educación superior, la investigación, vinculación, docencia e innovación; y su impacto en la mejora de la calidad de la educación en la Universidad Técnica de Babahoyo. El enfoque metodológico de este trabajo se basa en tres posturas. Para iniciar se analiza la posición de diversos autores acerca de las funciones sustantivas de la educación superior, la investigación, vinculación y docencia para responder a las necesidades del mundo actual. El estudio de enfoque cualitativo de tipo exploratorio y descriptivo está organizado en tres etapas. Una revisión bibliográfica sobre las funciones sustantivas para la calidad de la educación superior, la exposición de la experiencia en el trabajo científico-académico en un caso práctico desarrollado en la Carrera de Turismo de la Universidad Técnica de Babahoyo (UTB) en la articulación de las funciones sustantivas y presentación de recomendaciones de aplicación práctica para la mejora de la calidad de la educación superior. Los resultados evidencian la importancia de la articulación de las funciones sustantivas para lograr una educación superior de calidad. Se formulan recomendaciones para fortalecer la articulación de las funciones sustantivas en la UTB, con énfasis en la promoción de la innovación. Entre las principales recomendaciones se encuentran: fortalecer y motivar una cultura de investigación e innovación dentro de la comunidad universitaria, el establecimiento de mecanismos para la articulación de las funciones sustantivas y conectar con el sector productivo y social.
Habilidades blandas y su influencia en el clima laboral de los funcionarios de San Vicente
Authors: Acosta Zambrano María Belén , Coox Macay Génesis Mariana , Álvarez Vidal Martha Elizabeth
Published: November 2024

La presente investigación es el trabajo derivado de tesis de licenciatura alojado en el repositorio de la Escuela Superior Politécnica Agropecuaria de Manabí Manuel Félix López (ESPAM MFL), realizado para determinar el grado de influencia que tienen las habilidades blandas en el clima laboral de los funcionarios públicos del Gobierno Autónomo Descentralizado Municipal (GADM) del cantón San Vicente. La metodología utilizada fue de tipo  bibliográfica y de campo. Iniciando con una revisión bibliográfica legal de las variables de estudio, lo que dio a conocer que no existe fundamento legal que ampare la importancia de estas capacidades interpersonales en los servidores públicos y su impacto en las instituciones. En cuanto a las técnicas de recopilación de información que ayudaron en el diagnóstico del nivel de influencia fueron la entrevista, misma que fue dirigida al director general de dicha institución y a dos directores de las áreas de talento humano y comunicación respectivamente, mientras que la encuesta fue direccionada a los 96 funcionarios públicos los cuales se encuentran regidos por la Ley Orgánica del Servicio Público (LOSEP). Identificando que, los principales problemas que afectan al clima laboral se relacionan con la falta comunicación, empatía, manejo de las propias emociones, falta de equilibrio personal-laboral, desconcierto por falta de reconocimientos al esfuerzo realizado e inconformidad por limitaciones ocasionadas por temas de infraestructura física. A partir de los resultados obtenidos, se diseñó un plan de mejora, el cual se hizo efectivo mediante la matriz 5W+1H, estableciendo acciones de mejora para hacer frente a las problemáticas.
Verticalização da relação entre pacientes, familiares e profissionais da saúde: uma amostra do poder disciplinar no ambiente hospitalar
Authors: Branco Francisco Fernando Teixeira Castelo
Published: November 2024

Este artigo descritivo, qualitativo, do tipo relato de experiência, analisa as relações entre pacientes, familiares e profissionais da saúde a partir da observação de atendimentos psicológicos realizados durante um estágio supervisionado em um hospital geral de Fortaleza, Ceará. Ele correlaciona os achados com a obra Microfísica do Poder de Michel Foucault (1979) que apresenta o poder disciplinar e a história da constituição do hospital. Além disso, traz contribuições de outros autores que discorrem sobre o adoecer e o processo de internação para uma maior compreensão dos impactos emocionais dessas experiências. Como conclusão, reforça a relevância de reconhecer a assimetria ainda existente nas relações dentro do ambiente hospitalar e como isso impacta os pacientes e os familiares deles. Também debate a necessidade da adoção de estratégias, como treinamentos no formato de grupos balint, para o resgate da subjetividade e autonomia do sujeito, assim como a promoção de interações e comunicações mais humanizadas.
Deliberative Democracy in the Digital Age Opportunities and Challenges of Online Public Discourse
Authors: Çiçek Ali
Published: November 2024

Deliberative democracy is a model of democracy in which decision-making processes are based on public participation, and public debate is prioritised. In this model, citizens make joint decisions through rational discussion and negotiation, and this process forms the basis of democratic legitimacy. As one of the main actors in 21st-century democracy debates, deliberative democracy aims to create more inclusive and fair policies by encouraging broad participation. In the digital age, the concept of deliberative democracy faces new challenges and opportunities. This study examines the intersection between deliberative democracy and digital technologies, focusing on how online platforms influence public discourse and democratic engagement. The core objective is to explore how digital technologies enhance inclusivity, speed, and scalability in deliberative processes while simultaneously raising concerns about misinformation, polarization, and exclusion. Drawing from the theoretical framework of deliberative democracy, which emphasizes rational discourse and public reasoning, the paper investigates the benefits and challenges that arise when deliberation moves online. Through case studies such as Iceland's crowdsourced constitution, global climate change discussions, and the role of social media during the 2020 U.S. election, the paper highlights how digital platforms facilitate rapid, large-scale deliberation but also contribute to political fragmentation and echo chambers. The study employs a qualitative research methodology, analyzing the impact of digital platforms on deliberative processes through literature reviews and case studies. The hypothesis is that while digital platforms offer significant potential for enhancing democratic deliberation by broadening participation, they also present new risks to the integrity of public discourse, particularly due to misinformation and the manipulation of algorithms. Ultimately, the paper argues that deliberative democracy must adapt to the realities of the digital age by integrating online and offline deliberation, fostering digital literacy, and establishing regulatory frameworks for transparency and accountability. The findings offer theoretical contributions to understanding the relationship between digital technology and democracy while also providing practical recommendations for enhancing the quality of digital public discourse.
Problems and Countermeasures of Mathematics Teaching at Transition from Kindergarten to Primary School
Authors: Chen Ziyi
Published: November 2024

The state attaches great importance to the articulation between kindergarten and primary school, and there is an objective "vacuum" in the teaching of mathematics in kindergarten and primary school. Through questionnaires and interviews, we understand the current situation of mathematics teaching in X city, and summarize the five problems of mathematics teaching in the early childhood and primary school convergence according to the current situation. although the overall awareness of the early childhood and primary school convergence is high, the participation of both sides is not balanced; the convergence of educational objectives is superficial; the educational content is repetitive; the convergence of educational methods is not strong; and the educational evaluation lacks scientificity. By analyzing the problems, this study gives suggestions in five ways, namely, cohesion must have a basis, cohesion must have talent, cohesion must have a method, cohesion must have a sequence and cohesion must have an effect, hoping to promote the effective articulation of ECE and primary mathematics teaching.
The Study on the Relationship between Social Differences and Mental Health in Adolescents
Authors: Zhang Yuqi
Published: November 2024

Adolescence is a critical stage in individual growth, as well as in the development of social skills and psychological states. During this phase, adolescents face numerous challenges and pressures, including adapting to social environments and maintaining mental health. Social differences are the distinct characteristics that adolescents display in their social behaviors, strategies, and outcomes. These differences may stem from various factors such as family background, personality traits, and personal experiences. Different social differences have varying impacts on adolescents' mental health. For instance, popular adolescents may find it easier to establish positive self-perception and good interpersonal relationships, thus possessing a higher level of psychological well-being. Therefore, a thorough analysis of the relationship between adolescents' social differences and mental health is significant for guiding their healthy development. This paper analyzes the types of social differences among adolescents and their interplay with mental health, providing valuable insights and implications for adolescent mental health education and social skills training.
The Application and Prospects of AI Artificial Intelligence Education
Authors: Xu Xujie , Wang Wenli , Huang Tingnan , Lv Shihan , Wang Lele , Liu Mingxing , Wang Zheng
Published: November 2024

This article explores the application and future prospects of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in medical education. Through in-depth analysis of the application of AI technology in personalized teaching, intelligent tutoring, objective evaluation, and sharing of teaching resources in medical education, the significant advantages of AI technology in improving the quality and effectiveness of medical education have been revealed. At the same time, combining the characteristics of traditional Chinese medicine teaching, this article also explores the integration and application of AI technology in traditional Chinese medicine teaching and its potential impact. Finally, this article summarizes the challenges and problems faced by current AI technology in medical teaching, and looks forward to future development trends.
Analysis of English Translation of Park Signs: Cuiping Mountain of Yibin City
Authors: Rao Xin , Liu Hong , Zhang Xinyao
Published: November 2024

As early as 2013, China has called for the construction of Belt and Road since keeping principle of reciprocity and mutual benefit. Nowadays, in the wake of quicken process of Belt and Road, population mobility is increasingly speeding up. The phenomenon of transnational study and tourism is becoming more and more prominent. Therefore, on the basis of this background, there is no denying that more scenic spots will be visited by foreigners beneath this premise. Among these spots, the precise use of English signs is of paramount importance. Accurate translation of public signs not only helps foreigners to learn for it, but shapes the image of a city as well. However, the accurate translation of signs in park areas doesn't attract high attention. Hence, this article will firstly denote these inappropriate translations by studying signs of Cuiping Mountain in Yibin City, following corresponding suggestions.
Exploring and Implementing Innovative Teaching Modes for the Linux Operating System Course
Authors: Zhong Xiaolei , Qiao Rui , Yang Jinhua , Zhu Yuanjing , Ding Lei
Published: November 2024

The Linux Operating System is a fundamental computer science course, and its teaching quality directly affects students' basic skills and future employment prospects. However, traditional classroom teaching modes can no longer meet students' needs, so this paper explores and implements innovative teaching modes for the Linux Operating System course. Firstly, we combined online education with traditional classroom teaching and adopted the "flipped classroom" teaching mode, where students were required to self-study course materials and videos before class discussions and practical exercises. Secondly, we fully utilized virtualization technology to establish a cloud-based Linux experimental environment, allowing students to conduct experiments anytime and anywhere, and flexibly adjust the experimental environment. Thirdly, we introduced a project-oriented teaching mode, which closely linked the course content with actual project development, enabling students to apply their knowledge in projects and improve their teamwork skills. This paper also introduces the specific teaching practice process and effects, and makes concluding remarks.
Strategies for Promoting Educational Equity through Educational Informatization
Authors: Wang Yicong
Published: November 2024

With the advent of a new era, China's education development has entered a new stage, and the expectation for "quality education equity" is increasingly strong. Educational informatization, as an important force driving education modernization, plays a crucial role in promoting educational equity. Leveraging the advantages of information technology can break geographical limitations, widely disseminate high-quality educational resources, and provide a fair starting point for basic education. The popularization of online courses, distance education, and other forms allows students in remote areas to enjoy equal educational opportunities as urban students. Furthermore, educational informatization can achieve personalized teaching processes, meet diverse learning needs of students, and promote fairness in the educational process. However, influenced by objective factors, the process of advancing educational informatization also faces a series of practical obstacles. This paper, in line with the goal of promoting educational equity through educational informatization, analyzes the practical obstacles in promoting educational equity and explores practical paths to address these issues to further advance educational equity.
Study on the Influence of PBL Teaching Method on Students Majoring in Navigation in the Post-epidemic Era
Authors: Xu Feng , Zhang Zhichao , Xue Zhenfei
Published: November 2024

The COVID-19 outbreak has made people rethink the health of students. In order to strengthen physical education and enhance students' physical fitness in the post-epidemic era, and based on the special training requirements of nautical colleges, this paper explores the possibility of PBL model in Marine physical education. Through the study of the influence of 10-week PBL physical education on the physical fitness of navigation major students, this paper analyzes and discusses the influence of PBL physical education on the physical fitness of male navigation major students, which is of great value for improving the physical health of male navigation major students in the post-epidemic era. It also has certain reference significance for domestic navigation colleges to carry out the reform of navigation physical education.
The Impact of Innovation Entrepreneurship Policy on College Students' Innovation Entrepreneurs
Authors: Peng Haibin , Lyu Yimiao
Published: November 2024

In recent years, the concept of “Mass entrepreneurship and mass innovation” has been paid more and more attention to among college students, and college students, as the fresh force of this work, have been paid more and more attention, more and more college students began to put into the practice of innovation and entrepreneurship, but, at the same time, we also find that most of the college students who carry out innovation and entrepreneurship still have some problems about the innovation and entrepreneurship policy. This article will sort out the innovation and entrepreneurship policy of our country in recent years, focus on helping college students to solve the impact of related innovation and entrepreneurship policies.
A Practical Study on Strengthening Students' Sense of Gratitude with the Orientation of Subsidy-based Education
Authors: Zeng Zhigang
Published: November 2024

The subsidy system for college students with financial difficulties has gradually become more complete. The subsidy policy has played an important role in promoting educational equity and maintaining social stability. Further optimization of the subsidy policy in the aspect of educating people pays more attention to the ability cultivation and personal development of students with financial difficulties, so that the subsidy work can better serve the talent cultivation of colleges and universities. Colleges and universities need to expand subsidy channels, strengthen the education of subsidy recipients' gratitude awareness, conservation awareness and self-improvement spirit, and truly implement the national subsidy policy under the premise of adhering to the fundamental task of "cultivating morality and fostering talents", to help students grow and succeed.
Psychological Characteristics and Training Methods of Fencing Athletes
Authors: Han Hui , Wang Han
Published: November 2024

Fencing, as a distinct sporting discipline, demands not only advanced skills and tactical applications but also places significant psychological requirements on athletes. The psychological traits exhibited by athletes on the competitive fencing stage directly influence their performance states. To ensure that fencers maintain a stable psychological state during competitions, it is crucial to actively adopt effective training methods to develop and enhance their mental resilience. Scientific approaches can aid in cultivating a robust inner world for fencing athletes, thereby laying a solid foundation for achieving outstanding competition results.
The Influence of Transformational Leadership and Intellectual Capital on Organizational Agility with Organizational Learning as a Mediating Variable
Authors: Prasetyo Aldryan Pniel , Nurhayati Mafizatun , Mindarti Ceacilia Sri
Published: November 2024

Objectives: This study aims to analyse the influence of Transformational Leadership and Intellectual Capital on Organizational Agility with Organizational Learning as a Mediating Variable. Methodology: The population of this study is soldiers in Puspenerbad 13 Squadron in Army Aviation Center headquartered in Kalimarau International Airport Area, Teluk Bayur, Berau, East Kalimantan which of 261 soldiers. The data analysis was conducted through Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Model (PLS-SEM). Finding: the result showed that Transformational leadership has no effect on organizational learning. Transformational leadership has no effect on organizational agility. Intellectual capital influences organizational learning. Intellectual capital affects organizational agility. Organizational learning affects organizational agility in 13-Assault Squadron. Organizational learning does not mediate the influence of transformational leadership on organizational agility and organizational learning mediates the influence of intellectual capital on organizational agility
Influence of Brand Image and Product Quality Towards Customer Loyalty Among High School Students Using Xiaomi Brand Smartphones in South Tangerang
Authors: Widodo Arif Siaha , Hady Hamdy , Muharam Hari
Published: November 2024

This research aims to test how big the influence of branding is on customer loyalty. To test how much influence product quality has on customer loyalty. To test how much influence customer satisfaction has on customer loyalty. To test how big the influence of brand and product quality and customer satisfaction simultaneously on customer loyalty among high school students using Xiaomi brand smartphones in the city of South Tangerang. The method approach used in this research is a quantitative approach. The population used in this research were high school students who using Xiaomi brand smartphones in South Tangerang. The sample consisted of 388 respondents. The sampling technique uses accidental sampling using the Slovin formula in determining the number of samples. Meanwhile, the data analysis method tests research instruments using validity tests, reliability tests. Data analysis techniques consist of descriptive analysis of respondent characteristics and SEM Lisrel analysis. The results of this research show that brand image influences customer loyalty with positive and signifiant, product quality has positive and significant effect on customer loyalty, customer satisfaction has positive and significant effect on customer loyalty. Brand image, product quality and customer satisfaction simultaneously influence on customer loyalty with positive and significant.
How Lean Six Sigma, Intellectual Capital and Good University Governance Influenced HEI Performance in Indonesia
Authors: Fauziana Eva , Anggiani Sarfilianty , Usman Bahtiar
Published: November 2024

Purpose – The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of Lean Six Sigma mediated by Good University Governance to the Performance of 26 Muhammadiyah Aisyiyah private universities in Indonesia.  Methodology/approach – The methodology using quantitative approach with Structural Equation Model (SEM) of the AMOS analysis.  The study having samples of 245 respondents filling the online questionnaires from 26 private universities spread across all islands in Indonesia. Findings – Based on the results of the study, it is studied that both directly and indirectly Lean Six Sigma mediated by Good University Governance deeply positive and significant impacted to the performance of private universities in Indonesia. The practical implications of this study such as Six Sigma variables have a positive effect on the performance of 26 Muhammadiyah Aisyiyah private universities in Indonesia, although there are areas that need improvement, especially in the campus physical arrangement and infrastructure. Novelty/value –   The value of this study such as giving contribution to the theoretical and its regulations implementation of Lean Six Sigma and Good University to support the university performance.
Effect of Training and Career Development on the Performance: Role of Work Motivation as Mediating
Authors: Arsyad Raden Muhammad Furqon Kholist , Ikhwan HS  , Sriekaningsih Ana
Published: November 2024

This research to analyse the effect of training and career development on the performance of police office with work motivation as a mediating variable. The sample in this study were 85 police officers at Polresta Pangkalpinang. The data analysis technique used is SEM SMART-PLS. The results showed that training and career development had a positive and significant effect on the work motivation of Polri members. Furthermore, work motivation also has a positive and significant effect on the performance of police officer. In addition, training and career development were also found to have a positive and significant effect directly on the performance police officers. Work motivation is proven to mediate the effect of training and career development on the performance of police officers. Overall, the results of this study indicate that training, career development, and work motivation are important factors that can improve the performance of police officers at Pangkalpinang Police Station.
Neutrosophic fuzzy metric spaces and fixed points results with integral contraction type
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Jadara University, Irbid, Jordan, Anwar Anwar ,   Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Science, Jadara University, Irbid, Jordan, Hazaymeh Ayman A.
Published: November 2024

In this study, we introduce fixed point theorems related to integral type contractions, framed within the advanced context of neutrosophic fuzzy metric spaces. Additionally, we derive multiple fixed point results that are relevant to this particular setting.
‘Mere Jelly’: The Bodies of Networked Learners
Authors: Bayne Siân
Published: November 2024

This paper examines the issue of embodiment and its implications for networked learners. Drawing on an exploration of relevant aspects of cultural theory and on interviews with students and teachers, it discusses the effects of technological mediation on the way in which we experience our embodiment in online learning contexts. It does this in two main strands. The first is a consideration of the mind-body split and the way in which this dualism is being challenged in contemporary theory and in the online classroom. The second is a discussion of the ways in which the body is ‘re-articulated’ by its relation to the machinic, and the effect such re-articulation appears to have on the experience of learners.
Knowing What we Mean, Meaning What we Say
Authors: Cook Julian , Jacobs Neil
Published: November 2024

This paper examines ‘discussion’ in a case study involving online learning, in which both tutor and students assessed the discussion board as having failed. An explanation for this is sought via analyses that draw from Fairclough’s critical discourse analysis and, in particular, the ideas of genre and discourse. Two sets of discourses are identified and linked with specific interaction genres. Data from the discussion board and an interview with the tutor are then shown to exhibit both confusion and tension between these discourses and genres. The paper suggests that effective online interaction requires that we ensure that expectations are both clear and appropriate to the learning model being pursued.
E-xperience in E-learning: The Impact of a Peer Assisted Online Mentoring Scheme on an E-learning Programme
Authors: Davies Ian
Published: November 2024

An independent evaluation of E-College Wales was carried out in spring 2003, to assess and consider the vision of e-learning within the University of Glamorgan from the viewpoint of students and staff. One of the main findings from this evaluation was the need for an enhanced support framework that satisfied the needs of the student. Many students articulated the need for a mentoring system, designed to support first year students. This research paper will therefore evaluate the implementation of a peer assisted online mentoring scheme (PAL – Online), highlighting a gap in the current literature concerning student support in relation to e-learning and establishes a need for further investigation into how mentoring schemes such as PAL – Online can enhance the e-learning experience for both student and teacher.
How Can Individual Self-Studies Contribute to a Web of Betweeness?
Authors: Farren Margaret , Power Darragh
Published: November 2024

Information and Communications technology (ICT) has assumed an increasingly important role in society, in the way people communicate with each other, and do business. It would seem logical that educational providers take account of technological developments as they seek to develop teaching and learning. If ICT is to play an effective role in professional development of teachers certain needs must be addressed over and above the provision of ICT training. This paper will show how these needs have been addressed in the context of the professional development of teachers on a Masters in Education and Training (ICT). Some of these needs include: developing a greater awareness of the potential of ICT as a tool and as a medium to support teaching and learning; developing new and appropriate knowledge and skills in using ICT in teaching and learning; developing a greater awareness of the ways ICT affects the ways we think about, organize and practice teaching and learning.
Understanding the Way in Which Students Contribute to Knowledge Building and Knowledge Claim Critiquing Within a Community of Learners Working in a Computer Supported Learning Environment
Authors: Fullick Patrick
Published: November 2024

In this paper, the theoretical perspectives used in a study of on line learning are described. Using activity theory as an organising principle, a group of science students were brought together on line to produce a knowledge building community. Using a methodology involving both content analysis and group interviews, the interactions between members of the community were studied, based on ideas drawn from the sociology and philosophy of science. Results from this study suggest that this methodology provides a powerful technique when exploring on line learning, producing deeper meanings from data than would be possible using content analysis alone.
Towards a Pattern Language for Networked Learning
Authors: Goodyear Peter , Avgeriou Paris , Baggetun Rune , Bartoluzzi Sonia , Retalis Simeon , Ronteltap Frans , Rusman Ellen
Published: November 2024

The work of designing a useful, convivial networked learning environment is complex and demanding. People new to designing for networked learning face a number of major challenges when they try to draw on the experience of others – whether that experience is shared informally, in the everyday language of educational practice, or through published research and evaluation studies, or through sets of action-oriented guidelines. In this paper we present a novel approach to sharing educational design experience, making use of an organisational and communicative framework derived from Christopher Alexander’s work on pattern languages. We describe the structure and purpose of design patterns, show how they fit together in a pattern language, and illustrate the approach with reference to some design patterns for networked learning. For clarity, our presentation is set within a specific conception of the nature of designing for networked learning, but we aim to show how the patterns-based approach transcends such particularities. We suggest that design patterns offer a useful method for sharing design ideas in participatory educational design work.
Researching Electronic Learning Contracts in Art and Design Masters Courses
Authors: Jefsioutine Marie , Jerrard Robert
Published: November 2024

This paper describes the conflation of specific areas of research involved in the development of an electronic (web-based) contract environment that aims to facilitate work-based learning in art and design masters courses. In particular, areas of research that have been developed over a number of years at Birmingham Institute of Art and Design through linking pedagogical review with the development and testing of technologies which ‘carry’ and network curricula. Within this project, research into aspects of work-based and distance learning, the contracted learning within masters courses in art and design, and the development, testing and evaluation of the student experience has been included.
A Viable Solution
Authors: Miller Christopher , Jones Paul , Packham Gary , Thomas Brychan
Published: November 2024

The development of e-learning presents challenges for providers in terms of their need to re-engineer themselves to cater for the different demands of this educational frontier. This study profiles the BA Enterprise programme, designed by the University of Glamorgan and analyses the emergence of the blended pedagogical learning model that has evolved within this programme utilising a case study methodology. The course was conceived as an exclusively on-line programme but evolved into a hybrid-blended pedagogy. A framework for blended delivery is proposed alongside an identification of the key factors for the effective delivery of an on line course. This study contributes to knowledge by identification of the critical issues behind the development of a blended e-learning programme.
Celsia: A New Tool for Asynchronous Multimedia Learning Activities
Authors: Retalis Symeon
Published: November 2024

The widespread use of information and communications technologies (ICT) has enabled many new forms of collaborative learning activities, which are based on the integration of communication/collaboration space with information access and organisation, within a commonly accessible hyperlinked environment. There is an increasing amount of research supporting the critical influence that the choice of communication technology can have on both the process and the product of collaborative learning. This paper presents the practical research outcomes in the field of asynchronous multimedia communication (AMC). AMC could be said to combine richness of multimedia representation and demonstrations of practice with the flexibility in the use of time for communication. The AMC is a rather new education medium and philosophy, still unexplored. This paper gives an overview of the AMC emphasizing on an innovative AMC tool, called Celsia, which is based on the modern techniques of Real Time Video on Demand (VoD) services and web-based discussion fora. This paper also presents various usage scenarios of the AMC for school education, language learning and the acquisition of practical knowledge.
Evaluating e-Learning Resources
Authors: Riddy Paul , Fill Karen
Published: November 2024

MECA-ODL, an EU funded project, developed an evaluation methodology and online tool for assessing eLearning materials, modules and courses. This paper describes the MECA-ODL outcomes and compares them with a number of other schemes. The MECA-ODL approach embraces the complete lifecycle of an eLearning offering, from conception through development to delivery and evaluation. Formal reviews and hands-on workshops produced positive feedback, plus some suggestions for improvement. Informed by these and the reviews of other schemes, the paper proposes enhancements to the evaluation methodology and tool, which have potentially wider significance.
The New Covert Curriculum
Authors: Roberts George
Published: November 2024

The overt curriculum of the industrial era, the “3 Rs” was reading, ‘riting and ‘rithmatic. The covert curriculum, inculcated by early modern schooling was punctuality, tolerance of repetition and subordination: compliance with which was important for the functioning of capital intensive industry. Overt curricula are presented as being beneficial for all. Covert curricula benefit particular positions: dominant elites or their powerful oppositional forces. In light of the current consultation on the DfES document, Towards a Unified e-Learning Strategy (DfES 2003), this paper problematises the key affordances of e-learning: flexibility, community and individualisation in order to draw attention to their distopian covert possibilities. Against flexibility might be set a return to piecework and insecurity. Against community and team working might be set normalisation and a re expression of hierarchies. And, against individualisation or personalisation might be set an increased tolerance to surveillance and a willingness to surrender personal information to anonymous, autonomous agents offering only predatory reciprocity.
A Framework for the Evaluation of Networked Learning and the Implications of Evaluative Research for the Process of Re-design
Authors: Sackville Andrew , Schofield Mark
Published: November 2024

This paper introduces a framework for evaluative research that the authors have used in their own practice of designing and delivering networked learning programmes. The types of evidence produced by the four aspects of the evaluative framework are analysed, and modifications made to the networked programmes as a result of reflection on the results of the research are discussed. The importance of the process of re-design is highlighted, and an initial attempt to de-construct this concept is attempted.
The E-Research Project
Authors: Winter Christine
Published: November 2024

In this paper I discuss learning issues arising from the design and development of an IMM resource, the E Research CDRom, for teaching postgraduate students about educational research methodologies in networked collaborative learning environments. The main features of the CDRom are described and the policy and practice context for its production given. The main part of the paper focuses on eight learning and design issues that arose from both the literature and the practical experience of developing the CDRom. In the conclusion, I briefly describe the limitations of the resource and possible directions for future research.
The Propagation of Weapons of Mass Instruction Outside the Hegemonic World of Education
Authors: Burgoyne John
Published: November 2024

It is beyond doubt or the need for further investigation or evidence that the means to deploy networked, blended and e-leaning in much less than 45 minutes to affect large populations, well beyond the traditional battlefield of face to face learning, exist on a large scale, and mainly outside the traditional institutional domains of higher and other forms of education.
Virtual Conference
Authors: Kremer H. Hugo
Published: November 2024

Virtual conferences are used as a special form of complex learning environment. Students, experts and interested people coming in a virtual environment together to work in cooperative decentralized structures. This concept gives students the opportunity to look beyond ‚the walls‘ of a traditional seminar in a university. With virtual conference we have a shift from guided learning to a kind of independent and experiential learning (see Simons 2001, p. 176). This concept gives students the opportunity to look in an active way beyond the ‘walls’ of a traditional seminar in a university. In an initial experiment, we tried out a virtual conference with the topic ‘e-Learning in vocational education’.
Symposium 2: Designing Video and Audio Learning Events: an Insight Into Visual Literacy in Practice
Authors: Asensio Mireia
Published: November 2024

Imagine you could use a technology that could capture students’ attention that could engage them and bring to them a richer, more meaningful and more vivid learning experience. This technology would not only provide on demand access and opportunities for student interaction; but could also enhance your teaching practice to open up new ways of representing, delivering and sharing your subject discipline. Through the use of this technology you would visualise a process or show how something works, moves or performs live, without the need to rely on purely text forms. With this technology, you would enable your students to ’be there’ without the constraints of time, space and safety.
The use of ‘streaming’ digital video and audio to support web-based learning resources is rapidly becoming an attractive option for many educators. The vision is clear: to move away from the static text-dominated content currently prevalent on the web towards a media-enhanced environment. Video itself can be used in many ways: ‘talking head’, interviews, video diaries, video labs, simulations, instructional sequences, ‘fly on the wall’, video help etc. However, the web is not a simple delivery medium. Through the browser video sequences can be linked to slides, text conferencing, whiteboards, video conferencing, shared applications, online assessment and third party web sites. This seamless combination of digital video with other tools offers an opportunity to move beyond the current understanding of video as a simply presentational tool.