bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Notes on Traces of a Symmetric Generalized (?, ?)-Biderivations and Commutativity in Prime Rings
Authors: Mahmood Auday Hekmat
Published: March 2017

Let R be a 2-torision free prime ring and ?, ?? Aut(R). Furthermore, G: R×R?R is a symmetric generalized (?, ?)-Biderivation associated with a nonzero (?, ?)-Biderivation D. In this paper some certain identities are presented satisfying by the traces of G and D on an ideal of R which forces R to be commutative
Less With Less - Transforming the HSE Function for a Cost Constrained World
Authors: Woollard Tom , Lloyd Don
Published: March 2017

In a cost constrained world, the efficiency and effectiveness of the HSE function is increasingly being challenged by executives who are looking for better HSE and operational performance and risk management at reduced cost typically by means of reduced headcount, fewer and simpler integrated processes and greater ownership within operations.

This paper presents a risk-informed methodology for HSE rationalization developed during companywide cost cutting programs undertaken in multinational oil & gas and extractive companies between 2012 and 2016.

A three stage methodology is described comprising a discovery phase to determine the ‘as-is’ organisational arrangements, followed by a co-design stage to generate a fit for purpose operating model and culminating in an implementation phase which as well as reducing headcount incorporates a ‘Stop-Prioritize-Simplify’ approach to the rationalization of HSE processes and services. The methodology comprises a combination of organisational and change management methodologies with commercial and technical analysis.

This approach to HSE rationalisation delivered a wide range of benefits as well as lessons learned both during the process and subsequently. These are described and discussed.

Whilst we are able to present the methodology due to the highly confidential nature of this work we can only provide selected examples of the models used and the outputs generated.
A INVASÃO DA SALA DE AULA PELA FILOSOFIA DA LINGUAGEM: CONTRIBUIÇÕES DA HERMENÊUTICA FILOSÓFICA PARA O ENSINO JURÍDICO
Authors: Prado Lucas De Melo
Published: March 2017

O presente artigo parte da ideia de crise do ensino jurídico a fim de discutir como o professor pode contribuir para a reforma da educação universitária através da alteração de suas práticas pedagógicas. Adota-se como marco teórico a filosofia da linguagem de Martin Heidegger e a hermenêutica filosófica de Hans-Georg Gadamer, apontando-se as contribuições que o giro linguístico oferece à pedagogia. Defende-se que, para a formação de juristas críticos e autônomos, politicamente responsáveis e socialmente comprometidos com a concretização da Constituição e a realização dos direitos fundamentais, é necessária, ainda que não suficiente, a invasão da sala de aula pela filosofia da linguagem.
Palavras-chave: Crise do ensino jurídico. Prática pedagógica. Filosofia da linguagem. Hermenêutica filosófica.
RECENSÃO A LARS VIELLECHNER, TRANSNATIONALISIERUNG DES RECHTS, WEILERSWIST, VELBRÜCK WISSENSCHAFT, 2013
Authors: Flamínio da Silva Artur
Published: March 2017

 

 

 
O JUIZ E A EMOÇÃO: ASPECTOS DA LÓGICA DA DECISÃO JUDICIAL (LÍDIA REIS DE ALMEIDA PRADO)
Authors: Sanson Junior Jacir Silvio , Corseuil Flavia Farias de Arruda
Published: March 2017

 

 

 

 
O DIREITO FUNDAMENTAL À SAÚDE E (DES)RESPEITO DOS PLANOS DE SAÚDE
Authors: Bedin Grando Juliana , Schneider Lucion Maria Cristina
Published: March 2017

O presente texto objetiva demonstrar o direito à saúde no ordenamento jurídico brasileiro. O foco é, contudo, a verificação da efetividade do direito fundamental à saúde pelo Estado brasileiro e também atuação subsidiária dos planos de saúde privados. Para tanto, analisa-se a incorporação dos direitos humanos reconhecidos internacionalmente no ordenamento jurídico brasileiro como direitos fundamentais. Busca-se refletir o papel do Estado na efetivação dos direitos fundamentais, analisando-se, para este fim, a possibilidade de utilização do sistema privado de saúde. Apresenta algumas alternativas de controle do Estado para a fiscalização do sistema privado, tal como a resolução normativa nº 309/2012, almejando-se demonstrar que a efetividade do direito deve ser o fim a ser buscado. Objetiva-se, desse modo, verificar o papel desempenhado pelos planos de saúde na efetivação do direito fundamental à saúde, visto a ineficácia do SUS em atender a completude das demandas. A hipótese lançada de desrespeito ao direito à saúde pelo sistema público confirma-se com a ampla utilização dos sistemas privados para que o objetivo seja alcançado. A metodologia utilizada na pesquisa é a hipotético-dedutiva, buscando-se uma conclusão. Utiliza-se, para tanto, o método monográfico.

 
A CALIBRAÇÃO DA MORAL PELO POSITIVISMO
Authors: MARTINS JUNIOR LÁZARO ALVES
Published: March 2017

A leitura acurada da obra emblemática de Hans Kelsen, Reine Rechtslehre, em sua versão de 1960, traduzida para nosso vernáculo como Teoria Pura do Direito, em uma tentativa de cientificização do estudo jurídico, revela, já naquela edição, sem considerar as mutações conceituais ao longo da carreira do renomado jurista, a perene contemporaneidade e precisão em vários pontos que levam o positivismo a vicejar até hoje como matriz para as teorias mais avançadas de interpretação, dentre eles a relação Moral, Justiça e Direito. Partindo da premissa da relatividade da Moral adotada por Kelsen contraposta às concepções universalistas o artigo busca demonstrar que o positivismo resta pujante na tarefa de espancar as contradições comezinhas e definir um quadrante menos sujeito à insegurança jurídica no que tange aos elementos Moral e Justiça.
Online Scholarly Publishing in Canada: Technology and Systems for the Humanities and Social Sciences
Authors: Smith Richard
Published: March 2017

This article analyzes online publishing models used by scholarly journal publishers across Canada. The sample described here is illustrative not only of most of the current and recent approaches to online scholarly publishing, but also of recent developments that may influence the next generation of innovators. It is argued that despite the perception that digitization often serves only to increase the torrent of information, some Canadian publishers have developed online processes and practices that use information technology not just to increase the quantity of information, but also its quality. Online scholarly publishing is in a period of dramatic change and these initiatives will set the standard for knowledge sharing.
For a Political Economy of Indymedia Practice
Authors: Hanke Bob
Published: March 2017

This article develops a political economy of Indymedia practice. After reviewing other current approaches to the Indymedia phenomenon, democratic media activism, and traditions of dissent, I draw upon Pierre Bourdieu’s unique sociological perspective to offer an analysis of the Ontario Independent Media Centre as a website of social struggles against neo-liberalism. This study reveals that Indymedia practice is a simultaneously structured and spontaneous form of collective media work on the margins of the political and journalistic fields. Whether such experiments in democratic communication will survive and develop will depend on whether Indymedia centres can become more central to the educational field.
Public Safety Telecommunications in Canada: Regulatory Intervention in the Development of Wireless E9-1-1
Authors: Gow Gordon A.
Published: March 2017

Wireless E9-1-1 is an interesting case in the capacity of industry voluntary efforts to meet public interest obligations, in part because the CRTC has largely forborne from regulating the wireless sector under current competition policy. Results to date are mixed: despite successful technical trials in the early stages, deployment of the service was slow and uneven, and proceedings came to be plagued by uncertainty and fractious debate between stakeholder groups. Evidence suggests that selective regulatory intervention in the wireless sector may be necessary in certain cases to ensure that public interest obligations are achieved in a timely manner. This paper examines wireless E9-1-1 as a keystone standardization initiative, drawing upon a layered policy model and the concept of interconnection space to structure its analysis of the evidence.
Direct Broadcast Satellites and the Social Shaping of Technology: Comparing South Korea and Canada
Authors: Park Chunil
Published: March 2017

Questions about the social shaping of technology are explored by comparing direct broadcasting satellite policy in two very different countries. Canada has a vast geography, low population density, extreme ethnic and linguistic diversity, and close proximity and long-time cooperation with its neighbour, the United States. South Korea is centralized around Seoul, has a high population density, is relatively homogenous culturally and ethnically, and has a history of conflict with the country sharing a common border. The specific goals set for satellite broadcasting arising from these differing national contexts are explored. The paper also compares services and audiences in South Korea and Canada, and it asks what these cases can illustrate about the relationship between industry, policy, audiences, and the shaping of a new media technology.
The Canadian News Directors Study: Demographics and Political Leanings of Television Decision-Makers
Authors: Barber Marsha
Published: March 2017

This is the first academic study to attempt to understand more about the men and women who make key decisions in television newsrooms across Canada. The authors surveyed all television news directors across the country. The research reveals that, unlike in the United States, the voting patterns of news directors mirror those of the general Canadian population. It reveals that news directors are more secular than those in the general population. The research also uncovered significant demographic differences between CBC and private sector news directors. Finally, it suggests that women and ethnic minorities are dramatically underrepresented in senior positions.
Data Mining the Kids: Surveillance and Market Research Strategies in Children’s Online Games
Authors: Chung Grace , Grimes Sara M.
Published: March 2017

This paper explores privacy issues in relation to the growing prominence of marketing research and data mining in websites for children. Whereas increasing protection is given to individuals’ personal information, little attention is paid to information that is aggregated, electronically scanned, and sorted—despite the fact that aggregate information is often highly valued by the marketing industry. The authors review current trends in Internet market research, data mining techniques, policy initiatives, and the contents of some of the most highly frequented children’s game sites. The paper demonstrates how common data mining practices constitute a threat to children’s emerging rights online.
Tender Research: Field Notes from the Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre, New Denver, BC
Authors: Gagnon Monika Kin
Published: March 2017

The Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre (NIMC), located in new Denver, BC, is a small-scale community-initiated preservation project that materialized from the efforts of 20 previously interned Japanese Canadian residents. The site preserves architectural remnants from several original internment shacks established in this area during World War II. This paper examines the presence of gardens, common at heritage sites such as this one, and raises the question of how gardens, as living things, embody memory. In so doing it reflects on the research approach appropriate to such a vexed site of collective trauma, through the notion of tender research. This article features online ( http://www.cjc-online.ca ) photographs of the Nikkei Internment Memorial Centre.
The Sponsorship Scandal as Communication: The Rise of Politicized and Strategic Communications in the Federal Government
Authors: Kozolanka Kirsten
Published: March 2017

The Canadian "sponsorship scandal" provides an opportunity to examine how communications in the federal government has become an increasingly strategic function that has shifted from information provision to promotion, and from substance to image. This article traces how government communications became institutionalized and centralized, using the sponsorship program as an example of how strategic government communications has become embedded in government structures and practices. It finds that the sponsorship program, like other government strategic communications efforts, is a product of politicized government communications practices and activities. The article suggests that strategic communications has led public policymaking and, as demonstrated in the sponsorship program, may have additional impacts on what has been called the "democratic deficit.”
Acting in the Name of Culture? Organized Labour Campaigns for Canadian Dramatic Programming
Authors: Coles Amanda
Published: March 2017

This article has two main objectives: to identify a link between organized labour representing English-language independent Canadian film and television production workers and developments in Canadian broadcasting policy, and to analyze the complex role of labour within the Canadian broadcasting policy network. The author uses union interventions around the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s 1999 Television Policy and the decline in Canadian dramatic programming as a case study to analyze the strategy and efficacy of labour’s involvement in the broadcasting policymaking process. She argues that labour’s adoption of a coalition framework, with the formation of the Coalition of Canadian Audio-visual Unions, has positively impacted labour’s power as policy actors in the Canadian broadcasting policy sphere.
The Integrated News Spectacle, Live 8, and the Annihilation of Time
Authors: Compton James R.
Published: March 2017

In this article, the recent strategic turn by U.S.-based media corporations toward the use of broadband technologies, particularly online video, is assessed as a turning point in how news is being conceptualized, distributed, and consumed. Using the heuristic tool the integrated news spectacle, and its application to political, economic, and technological developments propelled forward by the 2005 Live 8 concerts, the authors analyze contemporary trajectories concerning the news and their more general implications regarding what Innisians refer to as the annihilation of time.
Completamos um ano
Authors: Dubeux Veranise J. C.
Published: March 2017

Junto ao Mestrado Profissional em Gestão da Economia Criativa da ESPM-Rio de Janeiro, nasceu a Revista Diálogo com a Economia Criativa. Com este terceiro número, nossa revista do programa de mestrado completa um ano de existência.Ao planejarmos esta edição, nosso principal objetivo foi abrir um espaço para que pesquisadores pudessem aumentar o fluxo de diálogos em prol da geração de ideias criativas.
Exploring Perceptions of University Students Pertaining to Grades over Knowledge and Skills
Authors: Hasnain Asma , Bhamani Shelina
Published: March 2017

The aim of the research was to study the phenomenon surrounding the perspective of university students preferring grades to knowledge and skills. Three currently enrolled participants were selectedfrom different private universities of Karachi. Participants’ interviews were examined through thematic analysis. The findings suggested that students give preference to grades and knowledge, more job oriented focusof the study and made recommendations for institutions and academicians for further probing of the issue in hand.
Supporting Child Participation in the Early Years of Education
Authors: Sturges Marion
Published: March 2017

This paper aims to contribute to conversations around child participation
within early childhood settings in Australia. Ethnographic
approach was used for this study to explore child participatory
workshops in Early Childhood Centers. The center in which this study
took place was chosen as one of the sites of analysis for a broader PhD
research project. Data were collected at the Early Childhood site using a
variety of collection tools deemed child friendly amongst educators who
conducted participatory workshops. By examining the pedagogical
actions of the center, this paper explores six of their practices which
support child participation. The findings provide practical applications of
examples of practices which may be adopted by early childhood educators.
Teachers’ Beliefs about Differentiated Instructions in Mixed Ability Classrooms: A Case of Time Limitation
Authors: Aftab Jaweria
Published: March 2017

Students in today’s mixed ability classrooms come from diverse backgrounds with needs. In such a scenario, differentiated instructions are of prime importance for teachers to deal with in mixed ability classrooms. The teaching experiences and academic life mould perceptions of teachers which effects their teaching style; therefore, it is important to know teachers’ beliefs and perceptions regarding teaching in a mixed ability classroom at middle school level so as to guide educators and heads inside and outside the institution. For this study, quantitative research method was used to explore and understand the beliefs and perceptions of the teachers of middle schools regarding implementing differentiated instructions. The sample size included 120 teachers who were sent a survey questionnaire through online Google form and was constructed by customizing the questionnaire from Ballone and Czerniak (2001). The analysis of quantitative inquiry revealed that there is a positive association between teachers’ beliefs about their intentions and stakeholders’ expectations to implement differentiated instruction. It was highlighted that all stakeholders wanted teachers to implement differentiated strategies; however, the teachers were found to be short of planning and instructional time for differentiation.
Perceptions of Teachers towards Assessment Techniques at Secondary Level Private School of Karachi
Authors: Fatemah Henna
Published: March 2017

This paper sets out to explore the perceptions of teachers towards assessment techniques at a secondary level private school of Karachi. This was conjectured on the basis of the circumstances of parallel boards in the education system of Pakistan and its effectiveness within the context with respect to the curriculum. This was gauged in line with the forms and techniques of assessment corresponding with the curriculum. A qualitative research design based on interviews was chosen for this study. Purposive sampling was used to select the teachers from a school. The findings of the study revealed that the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) is best suited to assess students’ knowledge and skills and the teachers viewed that in order for students to be accomplished in this board, the ways of assessment must take a more meaningful measure of evaluating student’s progress.
Teaching English as a Language not Subject by Employing Formative Assessment
Authors: Chandio Muhammad Tufail , Jafferi Saima Jafferi
Published: March 2017

English is a second language (L2) in Sindh, Pakistan. Most of the public sector schools in Sindh teach English as a subject rather than a language. Besides, they do not distinguish between generic pedagogy and distinctive approaches used for teaching English as a first language (L1) and second language (L2). In addition, the erroneous traditional assessment focuses on only writing and reading skills and the listening and speaking skills of L2 remain excluded. There is a great emphasis on summative assessments, which contribute to a qualification; however, formative assessments, which provide timely and continuous appraisal and feedback, remain ignored. Summative assessment employs only paper-and- pencil based test, while the other current means of alternative assessments like self-assessment, peer-assessment, and portfolio assessment have not been incorporated, and explored yet. Teaching English as a subject not as a language, employing summative assessment not formative, depending on paper-and-pencil based test, and not using the alternative modes of assessment are some of the questions this study will deal with. The study under discussion suggests that current approaches employed for teaching English are misplaced as these take a subject teaching approach rather than a language teaching approach. It also argues for the paradigm shift from a product to process approach to assessment by administering modern alternative assessments.
John Dewey and His Philosophy of Education
Authors: Sikandar Aliya
Published: March 2017

This review paper on John Dewey, the pioneering educationist of the 20th century, discusses his educational thoughts, and writings, which gave a new direction to education at the turn of the century. Dewey’s contributions are immense and overwhelming in the fields of education, politics, humanism, logic, and aesthetics. This discussion will focus on Dewey and his philosophy related to educational approaches, pedagogical issues, and the linkages that he made between education, democracy, experience, and society. At the heart of his educational thought is the child. Dewey’s idea on humanism springs from his democratic bent and his quest for freedom, equity, and the value of child’s experiences.
Insights of School Head About Marketing Education Services Through Digital Media
Authors: Iqbal Samer
Published: March 2017

This study mainly focuses on the insights of a private school’s head pertaining to the use of digital media in educational marketing. The qualitative research paradigm was chosen for this study and in depth phenomenological interview was conducted from a head of a private school. Two themes were extracted from the data: Marketing educational services through digital media and its challenges, and digital media tool for marketing education services. The study revealed that the school head perceived the digital media to be cost-effective marketing strategy that was multidimensional and value-driven, but due to lack of awareness, skills, attitude, and sense of maturity among stakeholders, digital media was ignored and was not much used as a cost-effective marketing tool. Nevertheless, it is proposed that by hiring marketing personnel to promote services professionally, by aligning their strategies according to the demands of their customers, and by inviting customers’ voice on digital platforms, digital media can become a cost-effective and a valuable tool for mercerization of education.
A etnobotânica aplicada à úlcera gástrica e avaliação farmacológica de Solanum stipulaceum
Authors: Araújo de Lima Cirlane Alves , Da Silva Denise Maria , Da Silva Vilar Evlyn Larisse , Rocha Marcos Oliveira , Ferreira-Júnior Washington Soares , Batista Josemar Sena , Da Silva Maria Silene
Published: March 2017

O saber popular sobre plantas medicinais tem auxiliado estratégias de bioprospecção de espécies e direcionado o estudo para a descoberta de novas atividades farmacológicas. O objetivo desta pesquisa foi identificar espécies medicinais utilizadas contra úlcera gástrica pela comunidade do Povoado Vila Capim, Arapiraca, Alagoas e, avaliar a atividade antiulcerogênica gástrica da espécie mais saliente. Para a seleção dos informantes-chave utilizou-se a técnica da bola de neve e aplicadas entrevistas semiestruturadas.  A análise das falas foi pela técnica do Discurso do Sujeito Coletivo. Para os testes farmacológicos foram utilizados ratos Wistar machos no modelo de lesão gástrica aguda induzida por etanol absoluto. A toxicidade aguda foi avaliada. Dezessete informantes-chave indicaram os sintomas e plantas medicinais utilizadas contra a úlcera gástrica. A espécie com maior valor de saliência foi a Solanum stipulaceum (sacatinga), escolhida para testes químicos e farmacológicos. O extrato aquoso bruto (SSaq) apresentou atividade significativa na dose de 200 mg kg-1 (p<0,05), sendo capaz de inibir lesões (91,35%). O extrato etanólico (SSet) demonstrou atividade gastroprotetora nas doses de 200 e 400 mg kg-1 (p<0.01), com inibição de 71,12% e 76,38%, respectivamente.   É necessário aprofundar os estudos para a elucidação dos compostos químicos das folhas da espécie, toxicologia e identificação dos mecanismos de ação subjacentes à atividade gastroprotetora de S. stipulaceum.
Re-examining Nigeria’s Contributions to the African Union and the Domestic Socio-Economic Ramifications
Authors: Umezurike Samuel A. , Iwu Chux Gervase , Asuelime Lucky E , Umezurike Chinelo Augustine
Published: March 2017

While there have been scholarly studies that address Nigeria’s diplomacy and contribution to the African Union (AU), many of them have failed to compare and contrast how those have added to the socio-economic development of Nigeria. We encountered a few instances where attempts were made to explain such, yet a fully-fledged analysis lacked in their conclusions. We applied documentary analysis methodology in our review and found that there is a serious misalignment between Nigeria’s diplomacy and support for the African Union on one hand and positive socio-economic development in Nigeria on the other. The study also looks at exploring how the general framework of Nigeria’s foreign policy goals and strategies in Africa can serve both its national interest and the overall development goals of Africa. We argue that for Nigeria’s role in the AU to be meaningful, the country needs to simultaneously revive its internal socio-economic condition.
Entrepreneurial Barriers that are Confronted by Entrepreneurs Living with Physical Disabilities: A Thematic Analysis
Authors: Maziriri Eugine Tafadzwa , Madinga Welcome , Lose Thobekani
Published: March 2017

Living with a physical disability can interfere with an individual’s ability to participate actively in economic and social life. It is imperative to comprehensively understand the entrepreneurial barriers hindering the development of entrepreneurs living with physical disabilities. In spite of the increasing research on entrepreneurship, there seems to be a paucity of studies that have investigated the entrepreneurial barriers that are faced by entrepreneurs living with physical disabilities in South Africa. This study set out to explore the entrepreneurial barriers that are confronted by entrepreneurs living with physical disabilities. In this study, data were collected within the Sebokeng Township, which is an African township located in the Vaal Triangle, south of Johannesburg in South Africa. A qualitative research approach was used to collect data for the study. The researchers gathered qualitative data by means of semi-structured face-to-face interviews and focus groups. The analysis of the qualitative data was conducted through the use of thematic analysis. The themes that emerged from the findings include lack of equipment and machinery, discrimination, business networking, hardships in obtaining start-up capital, knowledge of support centres for entrepreneurs living with physical disabilities, and lack of education and training. Each theme was discussed individually, followed by substantiating quotes. Most respondents stressed that the barriers they face hinder the survival and growth of their ventures. The paper suggested that in order to help entrepreneurs living with physical disabilities, the South African government must formulate some schemes that are most necessary for their improvement and betterment of their life.
A Review of Quality Management Systems in South African HIV-AIDS Programmes: A Pre-Requisite for Sustainable Health Delivery
Authors: Ganesh Shayhana , Rampersad Renitha , Dorasamy Nirmala
Published: March 2017

The global commitment to end HIV-AIDS is a bold one; requiring a multi-sectoral response strongly embedded within effective HIV-AIDS prevention efforts, patient advocacy and effective healthcare programme delivery. UNAIDS estimates that, of the 36.7 million individuals infected with HIV-AIDS globally, 19.1 million reside in South Africa (UNAIDS Gap report, 2016).In addition, approximately 2.1 million new HIV infections occurred in 2015 with almost 960 000 of those occurring in South Africa signalling that the rates of infections are not dropping as expected (UNAIDS Gap report, 2016). Given the unrelenting nature of this disease burden, even greater efforts are now required to turn the tide on HIV-AIDS globally, but more so in South Africa. These efforts entail more effective HIV-AIDS service delivery with combination prevention modalities, access to HIV-AIDS treatment and care, harm reduction of HIV-AIDS stigma and discrimination together with HIV-AIDS education, awareness and advocacy. Enhancing HIV-AIDS service delivery requires strong commitment with implementation of quality management systems in programme service delivery resulting in sustainable, effective and well run HIV-AIDS programmes. Quality management systems in HIV-AIDS programmes allow programmes to successfully meet their objectives thus allowing optimal patient care through effective and efficient means. To date there has been minimal implementation of quality systems in healthcare especially in South Africa. The use of health quality tools and systems in HIV-AIDS programmes locally and globally will allow for efficient and cost effective benefits for the optimal wellbeing of all those affected and infected by HIV-AIDS. This article reviews available data on the prevalence of quality management systems in HIV-AIDS healthcare and identifies gaps and smart practises towards recommendations for comprehensive global HIV-AIDS standards development.
Generation Y-Turnover: A Complementary Fit Perspective
Authors: Queiri Abdelbaset , Madbouly Araby
Published: March 2017

Generation Y becomes the main pillar of workforce around the world. This generation enters the workplace with different values and characteristics from their counterparts of other generational workforces. In Malaysia, generation Y employees are well known of their high job mobility. Human resource managers are in dilemma of how to retain this new workforce? This paper serves the purpose to respond to such queries by investigating the factors contributing to Generation Y employees’ Turnover from a complementary fit perspective. This study was conducted in Malaysian Business Process Outsourcing Sector (PBO). The total sample was comprised of 318 respondents belong to generation Y employees. The data was analysed in Amos using two steps approach. Extrinsic, freedom and demand abilities fit were the predictors of Generation Y employees’ intention to quit in Malaysian BPO sector.Using cross sectional method limits our understanding to whether the predictors of turnover intention were due to career effects or generational effects. This study provides empirical evidences to Malaysian HR Managers to what makes generation Y employees leave the organization. This is a better surrogate of the existed anecdotal information. Furthermore, this study informs HR Managers that stereotyping the findings from Western context may be treated with caution.
Restricted uniform density and corresponding convergence methods
Authors: Mohiuddine S.A. , Belen C.
Published: March 2017

Recently, the idea of asymptotic density of order ? has been introduced by
Bhunia et. al. in [7]. In the present paper we introduce the notion of
uniform density of order ? and define and study related convergence methods
so-called Iu-convergence of order ? and uniform strong p-Ces?ro convergence
of order ?. Furthermore, some examples are displayed here to show that these
concepts are not same with the concepts defined in [7].
On global convergence rate of two acceleration projection algorithms for solving the multiple-sets split feasibility problem
Authors: Dong Qiao-Li , He Songnian , Zhao Yanmin
Published: March 2017

In this paper, we introduce two fast projection algorithms for solving the
multiple-sets split feasibility problem (MSFP). Our algorithms accelerate
algorithms proposed in [8] and are proved to have a global convergence rate
O(1=n2). Preliminary numerical experiments show that these algorithms are
practical and promising.
On Zweier I-convergent double sequence spaces
Authors: Khan Vakeel , Khan Nazneen
Published: March 2017

In this article we introduce the Zweier I-convergent double sequence spaces
2ZI, 2ZI0 and 2ZI1. We prove the decomposition theorem and study
topological properties, algebraic properties and some inclusion relations on
these spaces.
Formulas for the Drazin inverse of matrices over skew fields
Authors: Sun Lizhu , Zheng Baodong , Bai Shuyan , Bu Changjiang
Published: March 2017

For two square matrices P and Q over skew fields, the explicit formulas for
the Drazin inverse of P+Q are given in the cases of (i) PQ2=0, P2QP=0,
(QP)2=0; (ii) P2QP=0, P3Q=0, Q2=0, which extend the results in [M.F.
Mart?nez-Serrano et al., On the Drazin inverse of block matrices and
generalized Schur complement, Appl. Math. Comput.] and [C. Deng et al., New
additive results for the generalized Drazin inverse, J. Math. Anal. Appl.].
By using these formulas, the representations for the Drazin inverse of 2 x 2
block matrices over skew fields are obtained, which also extend some
existing results.
Convex sets in proximal relator spaces
Authors: Peters J.F.
Published: March 2017

This article introduces convex sets in finite-dimensional normed linear
spaces equipped with a proximal relator. A proximal relator is a nonvoid
family of proximity relations R? (called a proximal relator) on a nonempty
set. A normed linear space endowed with R? is an extension of the Sz?z
relator space. This leads to a basis for the study of the nearness of convex
sets in proximal linear spaces.
The minimal Kirchhoff index of graphs with a given number of cut vertices
Authors: Xu Kexiang , Liu Hongshuang , Yang Yujun , Das Kinkar
Published: March 2017

The resistance distance was introduced by Klein and Randic as a
generalization of the classical distance. The Kirchhoff index Kf (G) of a
graph G is the sum of resistance distances between all unordered pairs of
vertices. In this paper we determine the extremal graphs with minimal
Kirchhoff index among all n-vertex graphs with k cut vertices where 1 ? k <
n/2.
New Hermite-Hadamard-type inequalities and their applications
Authors: Tseng Kuei-Lin , Hwang Shiow-Ru
Published: March 2017

In this paper, we establish some new Hermite-Hadamard-type inequalities for
differentiable functions. Several applications for special means are given as
well.
Certain subclass of analytic functions defined by means of differential subordination
Authors: Srivastava H.M. , Răducanu Dorina , Zaprawa Paweł
Published: March 2017

For ??(?,?], let Ra(?) denote the class of all normalized analytic
functions in the open unit disk U satisfying the following differential
subordination: f'(z)+1/2(1+ei?)z f''(z)<?(z) z ? U), where the
function ?(z) is analytic in the open unit disk U such that ?(0)=1. In this
paper, various integral and convolution characterizations, coefficient
estimates and differential subordination results for functions belonging to
the class R?(?) are investigated. The Fekete-Szeg? coefficient functional
associated with the kth root transform [f(zk)]1/k of functions in R?(?) is
obtained. A similar problem for a corresponding class R?,?(?) of
bi-univalent functions is also considered. Connections with previous known
results are pointed out.
Invariant approximation results of generalized contractive mappings
Authors: Ciric Ljubomir , Chandok Sumit , Abbas Mujahid
Published: March 2017

Abbas, Ali and Salvador [Fixed and periodic points of generalized
contractions in metric spaces, Fixed Point Theory Appl. 2013, 2013:243]
extended the concept of F- contraction mapping introduced in [21], to two
mappings. The aim of this paper is to introduce the notion of a generalized
F1- weak contraction mapping and to study sufficient conditions for the
existence of common fixed points for such class of mappings. As
applications, related invariant approximation results are derived. The
results obtained herein unify, generalize and complement various known
results in the literature.
Silk fibroin/polyethylene glycol nanofibrous membranes loaded with curcumin
Authors: Liu Qing , Zhou Shufa , Zhao Zeyu , Wu Ting , Wang Rong , Xu Siyue , Liu Lei , Xie Ruijuan , Zheng Zhaozhu , Li Gang , Xie Maobin , Wang Xiaoqin
Published: March 2017

In order to improve the stability, utilization ratio and anti-tumor effect of curcumin drug, a set of curcumin-loaded nanofiber membranes with drug releasing property were fabricated using silk fibroin and polyethylene glycol. Various curcumin-loaded silk fibroin nanofiber membranes with different components and drug loading percentages were prepared using electrospinning technology. The morphology structure, mechanical properties, secondary structure, drug release property in vitro, and their interaction effects of the curcumin-loaded silk fibroin nanofiber membranes were examined. The result of in-vitro drug release experiment showed that the curcumin can be released stably up to 350 hours, the drug releasing speed increased with the decrease of the diameter of the fibers. The stability and utilization ratio of curcumin was improved after loading with curcumin-loaded silk fibroin nanofiber membranes. In conclusion, it can be used as a control drug release system alternately in the future.
Numerical analysis of the (2+1)-dimensional Boiti-Leon-Pempinelli equation
Authors: Lu Jun-Feng
Published: March 2017

The (2+1)-dimensional Boiti-Leon-Pempinelli equation is studied by the modified variational iteration method. The numerical solutions to its initial value problem are provided and compared with the exact soliton solutions. The present theory offers an in-depth physical understanding of hydrodynamic properties of non-li-near wave equations.
A general sub-equation method to the burgers-like equation
Authors: Wang Xiao-Min , Bilige Su-Dao , Bai Yue-Xing
Published: March 2017

A Burgers-like equation is studied by a general sub-equation method, and some new exact solutions are obtained, which include the traveling wave solutions, non-traveling wave solutions, multi-soliton solutions, rational solutions, and other types of solutions. The obtained results are important in thermal science, and potential applications can be found.
Sremska Mitrovica and Sabac 1900-2011: Historical demographic determination of fertility by the marriage framework
Authors: Solarevic Milica , Djercan Bojan
Published: March 2017

Regional cultural, historical and social differences strongly influenced the
history of private life in the 20th century in the towns of Sremska
Mitrovica and Sabac, basically within the marriage and reproduction
framework. Fertility decline below the level needed for simple population
reproduction reflected, among other things, the decline of marriage and the
increased number of divorces, where marriage lost its primary function,
childbearing, and the family became nuclear. Women age at marriage is
particularly important because indirectly indicates the use of fertile
period and capacity. Attention is drawn to the changing patterns in recent
years, with marriage increasingly losing the role of human reproduction
framework and focus turned to the individual achievements of partners within
the community. The usage of demographic method, methodology of Princeton
indexes and statistical analysis of the significance of marriage variables
and fertility, led to the conclusions that confirm the general trends in
these two towns, emphasizing their historic and demographic conditionality.
Parliamentary elections in the Kingdom of Serbia in 1888
Authors: Pesic Miroslav
Published: March 2017

In late November 1888, King Milan Obrenovic issued a proclamation declaring a
necessity to change the Constitution of Serbia with the purpose of
eliminating any perils that threatened the country, as well as terminating
political disagreements. Parliamentary elections were scheduled for November
20, while the Parliament was to be in session on March 1. Regardless of the
promise given by King Milan that ensured the free elections, the Radical
Party members complained of a flagrant abuse by the local Progressive Party
government that favored the Progressive Party candidates. This
dissatisfaction led to a general state of unrest which threatened to turn
into an open rebellion. Considering numerous complaints coming from the
provincial parts of the country, King Milan decided to annul the elections
conducted in certain parts and ordered the new ones to be held under the
supervision of the committee composed of the members of all three political
parties. The Radical Party candidates won the majority in these new elections
held on December 16. The National Assembly session was held in the National
Theatre building on January 2, 1889. The majority of the elected deputies
adopted the new Constitution upon being presented with its outline.
PEMBENTUKAN DAN PENGUJIAN PORTFOLIO SAHAM-SAHAM OPTIMAL: PENDEKATAN SINGLE INDEX MODEL
Authors: Mahadwartha Putu Anom , Yandi Gunawan Pranata
Published: March 2017

Buying stock is one of the way investors do to obtain profit from their money. Every investor should consider two important things, return and risk. To minimize the risk, one can diversify their investment by creating optimal portfolio, which consists of different stocks with optimal return and certain degree of risk. The aim of this research was to establish and determine the optimization of optimal portfolio composed by LQ45 stocks over the period of February 2011 to January 2015. The research was trying to create optimal portfolio from thirty-eight non-financial companies stocks listed in LQ45 using single index model. From the research, the optimal portfolio is composed of TLKM (PT Telkom Indonesia Tbk), BMTR (PT Global Mediacom Tbk), JSMR (PT Jasa Marga Tbk), SSIA (PT. Surya Semesta Internusa Tbk), AKRA (PT AKR Tbk), MNCN (PT Media Nusantara Citra Tbk), WIKA (PT Wijaya Karya Tbk), ASII (PT Astra International Tbk), KLBF (PT Kalbe Farma Tbk), ASRI (PT Alam Sutera Realty Tbk), UNVR (PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk), ICBP (PT Indofood CBP Sukses Makmur Tbk), SMGR (PT Semen Indonesia Tbk), and only able to be used for six months. The optimal portfolio gives 0.242% returns for a week with 1.122 value of beta. Majority of the aggressive portfolio have higher return toward risk then portfolio moderate and conservative.
PENGEMBANGAN MODEL PEMBINAAN KOMPETENSI CALON GURU MATEMATIKA MELALUI LESSON STUDY
Authors: Anwar Rahmad Bustanul , Rahmawati Dwi
Published: March 2017

Education has a very important role in improving the quality of human resources. Therefore, education is expected to be one of the ways to prepare generations of qualified human resources and has the ability to deal with the progress of time and technology development . In order to enhance the quality of student mastery of competencies in the development of prospective teachers in this study will be applied to the activities in the process of lesson study in lecture . Lesson study is a model of coaching to people who work as both teacher educators and lecturers through collaborative learning and assessment in building sustainable learning communities. The purpose of this research is to improve the competence of prospective mathematics teachers through lesson study . More specifically , this study aims to describe the efforts made to improve the pedagogical, professional competence , social competence and personal competence prospective mathematics teachers through lesson study . Subjects in this study were students who took the micro teaching courses totaling 15 students , divided into 3 group . This type of research is a qualitative descriptive study is to develop the competence of prospective mathematics teachers through lesson study . Lesson study conducted collaborated with Action Research activities ( Action Reseach). The results of this research activity is the implementation of lesson study to greater competence to prospective teachers teaching mathematics through the micro subjects namely: pedagogical competence categories were 80 % and 20 % lower, professional competence categories were 46.7 % and 53.3 % lower, personal competence 100 % category being and social competence categories were 86.7 % and 13.3 % lower .
PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN PEMBELAJARAN KOOPERATIF TIPE STAD BERBANTUAN WINGEOM TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN PEMECAHAN MASALAH GEOMETRI SISWA SMA
Authors: Ikhsanudin Ikhsanudin
Published: March 2017

This research is a quasi-experimental with pre-test and post-test non-equivalent group design. The population in this research is all of the students on class X in SMA Negeri 1 Marga Tiga and the sampling technique is total sampling. Data are collected by documentation and test. Data are analyzed with descriptive statistics to compare the mean scores of N-Gain  obtained by each student.  The results of the analysis shows that (1) the student’s geometry problem solving ability with cooperative learning STAD is higher than the conventional learning, (2) the student’s geometry problem solving ability with wingeom software in cooperative learning STAD is higher than the conventional learning, (3) the student’s geometry problem solving ability with wingeom software in cooperative learning STAD is higher than without using wingeom software. This research shows that the cooperative learning STAD by using the wingeom software has a significant effect on the high school students’ geometry problem-solving ability. The finding of this research shows that the students are still having difficulties in solving the problems, especially when the students have to look back whether the finishing is right or not.
Penyelesaian Masalah Matematika Pada Tipe Kepribadian Phlegmatis
Authors: Agustina Rina
Published: March 2017

The research was a descriptive qualitative. The prosedure of selecting the subjects used purposive sampling. The data of the research was collected by using think aloud method. The validity of the data used was triangulation. The results of the research showed that problem solving of personality type phlegmatic: (a) understanding the information  by looking at the questions, then making a picture, had no difficulty in turning information into mathematical form and looking back at the questions to find the things in questions, (b) solving the problems by planning a solution that is started from the specified requirements in the matter, experiencing difficulty to change the equation initial information to be used in the calculation, and was not able to find the other formula which was different from the derivative function; (c)  convincing the answer by looking back at the existing calculation, adjusting the obtained solution that was based on actual event and re-adjusting it to the problem in question