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Feelings and Emotions in Youth’s Purpose
Authors: Arantes Valeria Amorim , Pinheiro Viviane Potenze Guimarães , Araujo Ulisses Ferreira
Published: November 2016

This article summarizes research that aimed to identify and analyze the Organizing Models of Thought - with its affective and cognitive dimensions - underlying the purpose of young Brazilians, and identifies possible relationships between values, feelings, emotions and purpose of 200 Brazilian High School students. Upon analyzing all the protocols, seven different ways of organizing thoughts were found when answering an open-ended questionnaire about purpose in life. It was observed that emotions and feelings play an important role in the construction of purpose for young people, exerting influence in organizing their thoughts and subsidizing their decisions, plans and justification for the actions.
Intergenerational Service Learning Program Improves Aging Knowledge and Expectations and Reduces Ageism in Younger Adults
Authors: Francis Sarah L. , Margrett Jennifer A. , Hoerr Kara , Peterson Marc J. , Scott Abbie , Franke Warren D.
Published: November 2016

This article discusses a study which evaluated the effects of an intergenerational service-learning exergaming program for older adults on younger adults’ aging knowledge, expectations, and perceptions. Eighteen college students (ages 19-26 years) served as trainers for an 8-week exergaming physical activity program for older adults (12 contact hours). Questionnaires assessing aging knowledge, ageist attitudes and aging expectations were completed at Weeks 1, 8, and 25 (follow-up); program evaluations were completed at Weeks 8 and 25. Significant improvement from Week 1 to Week 25 was found for: Aging knowledge scores (p
Effective, Efficient Online Training in Cooperative Extension
Authors: Young Jane Chin , Manton Linda Marie , Worker Steven M. , Martin Anna C.
Published: November 2016

In order to keep pace with media and communications trends in education, Cooperative Extension (CE) faces the need to shift from traditional face-to-face delivery to online alternatives. This exploratory study focused on evaluating the effectiveness of on-demand, interactive online training compared to its face-to-face counterpart. Targeted for CE staff and volunteers whose work impacts youth, families and communities, the design centered on the university’s cost-effective in-house technology tools. The study results make the case for online delivery as effective and efficient. Strategies for developing a process for online delivery in CE are also offered.
4-H and 4-H Members in Motion Pictures
Authors: Scholl Jan
Published: November 2016

Youth involved in Extension activities were portrayed on film as early as 1913. This paper provides a summary of the earliest motion pictures in which 4-H and 4-H members were a part. From the more than 400 early Extension films made by USDA, 22 4-H films were located and described. Hollywood films, with 4-H themes, were found. Reflections on film preservation and availability are addressed as well as the role of film and other media in the early twentieth century.
Current Trends in Korean Adolescents’ Social Purpose
Authors: Jongho Shin , Hwang Hyeyoung , Cho Eunbyul , McCarthy-Donovan Alexander
Published: November 2016

In the research presented we investigated the features of Korean adolescents’ social purpose as compared with other life goals in terms of different aspects of psychological well-being (study 1). We also examine the perceptions of high achieving Korean adolescents on social purpose and factors affecting it (study 2).The results of study 1 showed that the pursuit of social purpose significantly predicted psychological well-being compared to the other two life goals. Results of study 2 showed Korean adolescents value and pursue social purpose as a life goal. They explicitly accepted their social responsibility to serve their country in line with idyllic Confucianism values and Collectivistic roles. However, further analysis revealed that they had implicitly pursued individualistic desires of materialistic wealth and fame in parallel with their explicit social purpose. Implications of the results are discussed from the socio-cultural perspective on social purpose in regards to how to understand the features of social purpose that Korean adolescents have and how to foster its development.
Measuring the Effectiveness of the Leave No Trace PEAK Program
Authors: Miller Jennifer , Hill Eddie , Shellman Amy , Ramsing Ron , Lawhon Ben
Published: November 2016

The Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics developed the Promoting Environmental Awareness in Kids (PEAK) program to teach children the seven Leave No Trace principles. The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of the PEAK program. A significant increase was found between the pre-test (M = 3.41, SD = .34) and the post-test (M = 3.61, SD = .36) with the post-test scores being significantly higher, F(1, 140) = 11.15, p
Digital Media Creates Youth Voices Heard
Authors: Sallee Jeff , Dewitt Corbin
Published: November 2016

Oklahoma 4-H clubs and military service centers partnered with the Adobe Youth Voices (AYV) program to give youth opportunities to raise their voices through digital media. This program reached out to underrepresented youth and gave them the tools and technology to effectively express themselves. The intent of this project was for 4-H members to create videos to educate, help and raise awareness in their communities of topics that were important to the youth. These experiences help youth gain knowledge towards helping others solve farm, home, and community problems. Participating youth selected issues that were important to them and created a short video, educating others and sharing their convictions on the topics of horse therapy, citizenship, bullying, and distracted driving.
A Qualitative Evaluation of the 4-H Record Book in Light of the PYD Concepts: Belonging, Mastery, Independence, and Generosity
Authors: Bikos Lynette H. , Haney Deanna M. , Kirkpatrick-Husk Katie , Hsia Serena
Published: November 2016

The highlights of a study of the 4-H Record Book (RB) in light of the four positive youth development (PYD) concepts: belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity are discussed in this paper. Utilizing qualitative methods we interviewed 21 participants (14 leaders, 9 recent 4-H alumni) from 9 states. Results describe the ways in which participants perceived that the RB (a) supports the four PYD concepts (e.g., “RB fosters independence through the goal setting, monitoring, and appraising process”) and (b) does not support, or should be revised to support the concept (e.g., “RB competitions may hinder mastery”). Our results support the RB as a PYD intervention but we recommend that states/counties consider these results when revising RBs. In light of concerns about age and developmental appropriateness, we suggest that the most pressing question is whether or not the traditionally formatted RB is appropriate for all 4-Hers. We encourage RB committees to engage professionals with developmental expertise (e.g., educators) in RB revisions.
Media and Youth Development: An Overview of Issues, Theory, and Research
Authors: Ohannessian Christine McCauley , Boyd Michelle , Kirsh Steven
Published: November 2016

The homes of today’s youth are filled with a variety of media options, ranging from televisions (71%) and video game consoles (50%) in their bedrooms to portable handheld devices (e.g., iPods/mp3 players, 76%) and cell phones (71%) that can accompany youth wherever they go. Of course, youth also have access to centralized media found in homes, such as televisions (99% of homes) and computers with and without Internet access (93% and 84% of homes, respectively). Not surprisingly, youth consume media for about 7.5 hours per day, much of which involves using more than one media at the same time (i.e., multitasking), with adolescents consuming significantly more media than children (Lenhart, 2012; Rideout, Foehr, & Roberts, 2010).
Windows of Opportunity: Family Systems Theory and Developmental Considerations for Supporting Youth, Parents and Clinicians in the Digital Age
Authors: Barreto Steven , Adams Sue K. , Daly Jennifer
Published: November 2016

Digital technology use is an integral part of children’s and adolescent’s lives. With the rapid evolution of technology, adult caregivers can easily feel overwhelmed by the daunting task of setting boundaries on technology use. Family systems theory offers a unique perspective for understanding how external factors (i.e., technology) can impede or enhance the family system, particularly when integrated into a developmental framework. Five clinical concepts are presented that weave together developmental tasks and family systems theory. This paper offers recommendations for clinicians to help parents understand the potentially harmful consequences of technology use across the developmental spectrum. We also provide recommendations for how to support parents in discussing technology use with their children and adolescents. Lastly, we offer suggestions for how the impact of technology use on development can be integrated into human service courses at the university level.
Adolescent Perceptions of Animation Violence as an Indication of Aggressive Attitudes and Behaviors
Authors: Barnett Rosemary V. , Hirsch Joshua , Culen Gerald R. , Jordan Joy , Gibson Heather
Published: November 2016

This reported study was designed to examine the beliefs and perceptions of adolescents on whether or not viewing violence on television contributes to an increase in adolescents’ abilities to learn aggressive attitudes and behaviors. It also explored the effects humor and satire used in the animated television series The Simpsons has on adolescents’ abilities to learn aggressive attitudes and behaviors. Finally, it examined to what extent the violence portrayed in The Simpsons was believed to be realistic and justified by adolescents viewing the show. Results indicate that adolescents were not affected by the violence they observed in The Simpsons animation: Further, they did not feel that it was acceptable for their favorite characters to use violence to solve problems. Youth did not have reactions to viewing the series that were violent, nor did they report becoming aggressive in response to viewing the violence on the The Simpsons. While the majority of the youth also reported that they did not use violence to solve a problem, 3.3% reported that they did. Overall, the study concluded that adolescents’ exposure to violent content by viewing it in animation in The Simpsons did not affect adolescents’ perceptions of their abilities to learn aggressive attitudes and behaviors. Youth did not perceive that the violence portrayed was realistic.
Intentional Self Regulation and Positive Youth Development: Implications for Youth Development Programs
Authors: Chauveron Lisa M. , Linver Miriam R. , Urban Jennifer Brown
Published: November 2016

Character education programs are mission-aligned with the positive youth development (PYD) perspective, which, in research with American youth suggests that intentional self-regulation (ISR) develops through mutually beneficial interactions between youth and their environment. Cross-cultural studies of Western youth suggest an adolescence-specific ISR process may exist. We begin to extend this work to assess the relationship between ISR and positive development in young Scottish adolescents (approximately 7th grade, N = 82; 50% male), a previously unexamined group. ISR was correlated with the Five Cs of PYD and OLS regression analyses demonstrated that ISR predicted two of the Five Cs: Character and Connection. We discuss implications for youth development programs of the findings that ISR and some indices of PYD were linked in a sample of Scottish youth.
Character Development Through Youth Sport: High School Coaches’ Perspectives about a Character-based Education Program
Authors: Ferris Kaitlyn A. , Ettekal Andrea Vest , Agans Jennifer P. , Burkhard Brian M.
Published: November 2016

This study examined high school sports coaches’ perspectives about a character-based coach education workshop designed to promote positive coaching practices and transform the culture of youth sports. Fifteen coaches (Mage = 42.07, SD = 14.62, 73.3% male) provided feedback about Positive Coaching Alliance’s (PCA) “Double-Goal Coach” training program and what aspects of the workshop they applied to their coaching practices. Results indicated that coaches believed that participation in PCA workshops contributed to the value coaches attributed to individuals, to coach-oriented character development, and to positive relationships within youth sports. The coaches also suggested changes in future PCA workshops. These findings provide preliminary evidence that coaches’ incorporate skills acquired through participation in character-based coach education programs. We discuss implications for coaches and athletes, and for policies aimed at enhancing positive youth attributes developed through sport.
Urban After-School Partnership Teaches Cooking and My Plate Nutrition
Authors: Brill Michelle F. , Shaykis Fred
Published: November 2016

Seventeen percent of children in the U.S. are clinically obese and many more are overweight and at risk for obesity. The consequences of childhood overweight and obesity warrant greater efforts in early prevention. A key factor associated with energy intake and weight gain is consumption of foods away from home. Programs to promote eating more home-prepared foods present an encouraging area of intervention for improving children’s diet quality and diminishing childhood obesity. This study reports on an urban after-school cooking program implemented through a partnership between Rutgers Cooperative Extension and the Boys and Girls Club. Post-test measures and qualitative observations found that the program increased cooking skills and enjoyment, interest in healthy eating and exposure to healthy foods, and provided knowledge and tools to help modify students’ eating habits away from school. Partnerships between after-school providers and Cooperative Extension can provide effective programming in areas with widespread poverty and limited resources.
Promoting Youth Development Worldwide: The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award
Authors: Van Baren Eva , Meelen Marieke , Meijs Lucas C.P.M.
Published: November 2016

The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a youth achievement Award program that aims to engage young people in purposeful activities focused on gaining knowledge, broadening horizons and accumulating a diversity of experiences. The program promotes positive youth development through an experienced based learning approach and is known to play a vital role in providing opportunities for young people to develop essential life skills, complementing their formal education. Comprised of three levels (Bronze, Silver and Gold) and four sections (Service, Skills, Physical Recreation and Adventurous Journey) the Award is designed to provide a balanced programme of personal development. The Award operates worldwide in over 140 countries and territories, through the International Award Association. This article will discuss The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program and its non-formal educational framework. Participants reported that it has enabled them to grow in confidence and in their ability to contribute positively to their communities.
The Arthur Interactive Media Study: Initial Findings From a Cross-Age Peer Mentoring and Digital Media-Based Character Development Program
Authors: Bowers Edmond P. , Hilliard Lacey J. , Batanova Milena , Stacey Danielle C. , Tirrell Jonathan M. , Wartella Katherine , Lerner Richard M.
Published: November 2016

In the midst of increasing emphasis on the inclusion of character education in both school and out-of-school time programs, digital technologies have become ubiquitous in these settings. Based on the potential of these technologies to enhance children’s character development, the Arthur Interactive Media (AIM) study investigated if one specific unit or set of digital media-based activities engaged youth in discussions about character. First and second grade students were paired with 4th and 5th grade students, respectively, while engaging with an online interactive graphic novel (IGN) about a character-relevant story based on the Arthur cartoon series. Teachers (n = 8) completed surveys about the AIM Unit, and conversations between cross-age peer dyads (n = 27 dyads) during their engagement with the IGN were analyzed. Results indicated that teachers were very satisfied with the materials and reported that children were very engaged throughout. Analyses of children’s conversations indicated that children participated in character-relevant conversations involving humility, forgiveness, and future-mindedness while engaging with the IGN.
“You gotta respect”: Mexican-origin Adolescents’ Perspectives on Respect in Organized Activities
Authors: Ettekal Andrea Vest , Gaskin Erin R. , Lin Alex R. , Simpkins Sandra D.
Published: November 2016

Respect is crucial for promoting participation and positive experiences in organized activities, especially among ethnically diverse youth. However, little is known regarding how Mexican-origin adolescents conceptualize respect and specifically how to promote respect in activities. Guided by theory and previous research, we used qualitative content analysis to elucidate perspectives on respect and features involved in the development of respect in activities. Our sample consisted of 18 Mexican-origin 7th graders who resided in the Southwest of the U.S., an area with a history of inter-ethnic group tensions. The adolescents in this study described three different types of respect:  humanity respect, respect for culture, and linguistic respect. Potential features involved in the development of respect were identified, including individual- (e.g., moral virtues), contextual (e.g., welcoming atmosphere), and inter-personal (e.g., shared experiences) features. This study increases out depth of understanding of respect in activities, identifies areas for researchers to pursue in future research, and unveils potential implications for designing activities that promote positive, respectful relationships.
Free Trade Agreements, Private Courts and Environmental Exploitation: Disconnected Policies, Denials and Moral Disengagement
Authors: South Nigel
Published: December 2016

Although there is strong scientific consensus that climate change and environmental degradation are occurring, there is also a significant body of opinion that is sceptical about, or denies the validity of, evidence for this. However it is not solely the nature of differing views about global warming or ecological disaster that is being contested but the case for or against intervention and regulation in the market. At an international level, gestures toward ‘sustainability’ are (i) compromised by combining them with declarations of the need for continued economic growth, and (ii) undermined by the arrangements put in place by existing and new transnational trade agreements. The paper examines these views and developments, and the patterns of denial, disconnection and fragmentation they display.
Qualidade de Vida e Bem-Estar Subjetivo de Sobreviventes ao Câncer Ósseo: Percepção de Sobreviventes e Familiares
Authors: Naves Juliana Fákir , Araujo Tereza Cristina Cavalcanti Ferreira de
Published: November 2016

Em Psico-Oncologia, é crescente o interesse por estudos que fundamentem programas eficazesdestinados à etapa de sobrevivência. Destarte, objetivou-se conhecer e analisar a qualidade de vida e obem-estar subjetivo de sobreviventes, com diagnóstico anterior de câncer ósseo. Para tanto, 27sobreviventes e 25 familiares preencheram os seguintes instrumentos: Questionário de Avaliação daExperiência Oncológica do Sobrevivente, Escala de Qualidade de Vida para Sobreviventes de Câncere Escala de Bem-Estar Subjetivo. A percepção de qualidade de vida dos sobreviventes revelou-se maispositiva do que para seus familiares. O domínio psicológico foi estimado como de pior desempenho.A percepção de bem-estar subjetivo foi semelhante para sobreviventes e familiares. Não houvediferença quanto à idade, localização do tumor e renda entre sobreviventes.
Saberes Psicológicos, Processos de Subjetivação e suas Implicações com a Biopolítica
Authors: Sundfeld Ana Cristina
Published: November 2016

Este artigo discute a produção da psicologia como ciência nos parâmetros da racionalidade moderna esuas relações com a Biopolítica, sob a ótica do pensamento de Foucault, considerando que osdiscursos psicológicos operam como estratégias de controle, de normalização e de apoio adeterminadas formas de subjetivação. Reflete sobre os efeitos dos saberes psicológicos nos processosde subjetivação na contemporaneidade, em sua relação com a medicalização e busca possibilidades denovas proposições para a psicologia. Ressalta que para potencializar modos de intervençãolibertadores e favoráveis à produção de um sujeito ativo no plano da formação profissional éimprescindível a análise da fabricação da psicologia como ciência e do estabelecimento de noçõescomo sujeito, saúde, sofrimento, intervenções e formas de cuidado e seus efeitos. Importa salientarque pessoas que se afetam pela presença do outro e no encontro movem diferentes sentidos e lógicas,ao invés de apenas reproduzirem técnicas que operam sobre o outro. Na escuta do imprevisível, estesprofissionais se colocam em abertura aos processos de subjetivação disparados nos encontros.
O Bebê Imaginado e a Constituição das Identidades Materna, Paterna e do Bebê
Authors: Jacques Bossi Tatiele , Ardans-Bonifacino Héctor Omar
Published: November 2016

O presente estudo investigou as expectativas parentais em relação ao bebê imaginado e suasinfluências na constituição da identidade materna, paterna e do bebê. Participaram do estudo trêscasais primigestos que responderam a entrevistas durante o 3º trimestre gestacional. A análise deconteúdo qualitativa destacou as expectativas parentais relacionadas ao sexo, à escolha do nome e àscaracterísticas físicas e psicológicas do bebê imaginado. A nomeação do bebê, a partir dasexpectativas parentais, pareceu exercer influências na estruturação da identidade materna e paterna.Nesse sentido, ao nomearem o filho, os pais e mães já viam sua própria identidade sendotransformada. Da mesma forma atribuíam características identitárias ao bebê, permitindo-lhe sersujeito na família antes de seu nascimento.
Discovery of Oil: Community Perceptions and Expectations in Uganda’s Albertine Region
Authors: Tumusiime David Mwesigye , Mawejje Joseph , Byakagaba Patrick
Published: December 2016

This study was conducted to interrogate local perceptions and expectations from the discovery of oil in the Albertine Graben of Uganda. We interviewed 50 residents (30 men and 20 women) from Butiaba and Wanseko (Buliisa district), Kyehoro and Kabaale villages (Hoima district). The villages were purposively selected to have a representation of the districts in the Albertine region where Oil discovery activities are currently being implemented but also to explore any differences in perceptions that may be linked to livelihood options of the respondents. We applied narrative analysis. Overall, we observed minimal pessimism as residents expressed concerns over environmental degradation, political tensions and land conflicts following oil activities, but there was a dominance of optimism as communities envisaged that the oil industry will create employment, infrastructural development, improved access to electricity, and enhanced social status. The findings demonstrated that communities living in areas where extractive resources such as oil and gas have been discovered tend to be more optimistic with very minimal pessimism in their expectations during the phase of upstream activities of the oil value chain. The findings challenge the dominant narrative that residents where energy development and other land use changes are being implemented tend to have negative expectations -a phenomenon known as NIMBY (Not-In- My-Back-Yard). We identify the need to develop strong institutional frameworks that harness benefits from oil to improve local livelihoods without compromising the environment and enhancing participation of locals in decision making processes.
Design and Finite Element Analysis of Hydrostatic Pressure Testing Machine used for Ductile Iron Pipes
Authors: Morchhale Ayush
Published: November 2016

The present work deals with the design, construction and demonstration of a hydraulic pressure testing machine. The machine can be used universally to test a centrifugally cast iron pipe (from 80 to 600 mm diameter) under the applied hydraulic pressure. The developed machine can handle a maximum of 5 MPa pressure for 600 mm diameter pipe. The machine was designed using mild steel flats, plates and bars and was tested under maximum design pressure of 3.5 MPa. Stiffeners were used in proposed design, instead of thick end plates as used by earlier researchers. The modeling of machine was carried out using commercially available SolidWorks 14 and the validation of design was carried out using FE package ABAQUS 6.13. Several trials were carried out on design pressure and precise results of von-Mises stress were obtained well within the specified yield stress limits and significant decrease in total deformation of stiffened end plates. Added stiffeners also resulted in reduced material requirement, weight, higher cost effectiveness and being light in weight helps in easy handling at site.
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Review of European Studies, Vol. 8, No. 4
Authors: Dou Paige
Published: November 2016

Reviewer Acknowledgements for Review of European Studies, Vol. 8, No. 4, 2016
Analiza rysunków/szkiców i wypowiedzi werbalnych dzieci na temat budowy anatomicznej człowieka
Authors: Rybska Eliza , Błaszak Maciej
Published: November 2016

The article discusses the results of an analysis of student’s drawings/sketches and interviews about the internal structure of the human body. The problems discussed in this article have an interdisciplinary approach. Our goal was not a psychological analysis of children’s drawings, but the presentation of such productions in the light of two dimensions (drawing and sketching) and the justification of highlighting them in relation to research in the field of cognitive science. Hence, the analysis of graphic productions is presented from a didactic dimension (e.g. the scale used to classify children’s graphical products), biological (anatomy) and cognitive – classifying them as drawings or sketches. The latest findings from neuroscience suggest that there are three networks involved in our brain – default, executive, and salient. Each of these networks generates different energy costs, involves different ways of processing information, or different effects resulting from its recruitment. The authors claim that the graphic may also reflect the involvement of one of the networks. While drawings are produced by using the executive network, sketches are the results of implementing a default network. Both drawings and sketches make it possible to explore the children’s conceptions on a given topic. The differences between them are revealed when within this product, one might (or might not) find a reflection of subjectivity. While the executive network run by drawing allows one to reflect a concept, to answer a question, the inclusion of the default network allows one to run the autobiographical memory, to ask questions, and to search for an answer.
Dziecięce rozumienie świata – w poszukiwaniu uzasadnień postępowania badawczego
Authors: Wiśniewska-Kin Monika
Published: November 2016

Reflecting on the understanding of the world from the perspective of children is significant for several reasons. First, it allows us to examine the kind of thinking and actions of children which is of an interpretative nature: it reveals not only the child’s personal knowledge, but above all, the ways of understanding, categorising and evaluating an ambiguous and often conflicted reality. It also provides an opportunity to reconstruct the cognitive skills manifested in the verbal and non-verbal reactions of children put in front of an organised problematic situation. In view of such a conclusion, it is worth taking the time to analyse the complex problem: how children perceive the world and how to reconstruct in practice children’s processes associated with understanding, categorising, and evaluating the world.
Life saving science: English four-year olds’ understanding of injuries and the appropriate first aid treatment
Authors: Tunnicliffe Sue Dale
Published: November 2016

This small study conducted by an experienced First aid instructor and science educator sought to establish a baseline pilot study of what actions were observed and identified as injuries and subsequent first aid. A class of 29 four-year-old children were shown 8 nine inch tall Teddy Bears, dressed as World War I pilots. Each Teddy Bear with a simulated injury was shown by the researcher to the child and asked, what could be done to help each injured Teddy. Their responses were recorded by writing and analysed by a read and re-read process with a goal to establish the categories of the child’s rationale for their responses for reason of injuries and actions. A simple appropriate approach was then discussed with each child. The data indicated that children’s main solution to treatment was to ‘put on a bandaid’. The results showed that children had little comprehension of further treatment.
Dorosły w świadomości przedszkolaka. Esej prawie naukowy
Authors: Jurgiel-Aleksander Alicja
Published: November 2016

The aim of the following text is to present various manners of thinking about adults by five-year olds. On the basis of group interviews the author tries to recognize how children perceive adults. Despite the fact that this research ought to be treated only as a case study, the outcome shown in the essay depicts the children’s world. What is more it also shows how we, the adults, rear children. It was demonstrated that children view us as individuals physically resembling themselves, extremely busy at work, privileged when it comes to doing things that children cannot, great role models and good guardians. They do realize that in the adult world there are people who can do harm to them. To us it may seem that all these revelations are nothing new, but the results can show that we fail to treat children as partners.
Когнитивно-культурные, индивидуально-психологические и возрастные особенности способности к распознаванию эмоций
Authors: Хворова Екатерина
Published: November 2016

This article describes the features of the development of the emotional sphere. It emphasizes the importance of the primary school age in the development of certain components of emotional intelligence, one of which is the ability to recognize emotions. In the early school years, children are able to understand emotions, but mostly with the help of their own emotional experience and/ or according to the situations they are used to experiencing, they mostly rely on the context of the situation, and, as we know, it does not always work correctly: different people in the same situations may experience completely different emotions. Few children are able to establish the reasons that caused other people emotions. Besides, one of the components of emotional intelligence is the ability to control one’s own emotions. Emotion regulation becomes available for children after the socialization associated with the first years at school. Child development is partly determined by the process of socialization, which determines specific cognitive representations of emotions, so called emotional prototypes. Also the culture in which the child grows up has effects on the process of emotion recognition and expression, so, for example, in the individualistic culture emotional expression and recognition is encouraged, and in collectivist cultures, there are certain rules of emotional expression fixing in which situations and to what extent the expression of emotions is permissible.
The philosophical view of learning from existential experiences in childhood Summary
Authors: Veide Martins
Published: November 2016

This article analyzes the topicality and the understanding of an existential question in the context of life-learning in childhood. Discussing the topicality of the theme of death in childhood, the article provides an answer to the question – what does a child learn from his existential experience when facing death, and what is the significance of this experience in his further development? The existential experience of the child affects such developmental aspects of his personality as the overcoming of his helplessness and anxiety management, intellectual development, responsibility, and renunciation of hostility and destructiveness. As the experience of a child is formed in conjunction with the adult world and its inherent existential anxiety, it is important for a teacher to come to terms with himself, without relying on systems and ideologies.
Finite element analysis of pantograph-catenary dynamic interaction
Authors: Zdziebko Paweł , Uhl Tadeusz
Published: December 2016

Numerical simulations of the pantograph-catenary dynamic interaction allow for assessment of the current collection quality provided by this subsystem at the design stage of the pantograph or the catenary system. In this paper, the authors present numerical results of simulations of the dynamic interaction between a pantograph and a catenary. Adopted catenary and pantograph models are consistent with the reference model presented in the EN 50318:2002 document, which describes the validation procedure of the simulation for the dynamic interaction between pantograph and overhead contact line. Authors have used the Finite Element Method to analyze this complex system. Ten catenary spans of simple catenary (one messenger wire and one contact wire) are modelled, each of them is 60m long. The pre-sag of the catenary is 0mm and the model of the catenary includes the stagger which equals ±200mm. The pantograph model consists of lumped masses which are connected each other with spring-damper elements. First, the static initial configuration is obtained (under gravity and tensioning loads), after which the dynamic transient simulation is conducted. Obtained results for the contact force and uplifts at supports are within the reference ranges presented in the EN 50318:2002 document, therefore it can be considered that the adopted model correctly reproduces the dynamic behaviour of the pantograph-catenary dynamic interaction.
Significant Numbers
Authors: Jones Michael A.
Published: November 2016

Short items from the media focus mathematics appropriate for classroom study.
Investigating Functions with a Ferris Wheel
Authors: Johnson Heather Lynn , Hornbein Peter , Azeem Sumbal
Published: November 2016

A computer activity helps students make sense of relationships between quantities.
What Does It Mean to Do Something Randomly?
Authors: Liu Yating , Enderson Mary C.
Published: November 2016

Similar assumptions seem to give rise to conflicting answers when students approach probability questions differently.
Can We Use a Mirror to Find Height?
Authors: Lundberg Christina
Published: November 2016

My favorite lesson is based on a problem my geometry students encounter. When we study similar triangles, students use indirect measurement to determine the height of an object.
Moving to a New City
Authors: Sosenke E. Fanny , Councilman Tala
Published: November 2016

A real-world problem about the cost of moving one's household from one city to another.
Take A Systems Approach to Energy Management
Authors: Dufresne Laura
Published: November 2016

Energy costs are a large portion of the operational budget for water and wastewater utilities. Effective energy management strategies can reduce operational costs and increase efficiencies.
Life‐Cycle Analysis Sets Pipe Replacement Priorities
Authors: Boulos Paul F.
Published: November 2016

A sustainable approach to asset management requires a sophisticated understanding of systemwide assets and needs. Use a defender‐challenger life‐cycle analysis to identify pipe replacement priorities quickly and save costs.
Use Pump Performance Curves to Improve Efficiency
Authors: Kutin Stan
Published: November 2016

Applying pump curve knowledge to real‐world cases can help users troubleshoot problems in the field and improve system performance.
How Do You Determine Horsepower on a Pump Curve?
Authors: Kutin Stan
Published: November 2016

By understanding all of the information provided by a pump performance curve, you can make intelligent decisions about the pump type, size, rotational speed, horsepower, and efficiencies required for a particular system.
Know Your System's Needs to Control Storage Tank Levels
Authors: Gimson Mark
Published: November 2016

Deciding how to maintain your tank level depends on whether you're seeking a set tank level or you're able to allow the tank level to drop before the tank refills.
Lietuvos pedologinių draustinių būklės kritinė analizė
Authors: Tuskenytė Valentina , Volungevičius Jonas
Published: November 2016

Straipsnyje, remiantis naujausiomis skaitmeninėmis Lietuvos miškų duomenų bazėmis, atlikta Lietuvos pedologinių draustinių būk­lės analizė. Analizė paremta miškų brandumo kaip kraštovaizdžio ir dirvožemio dangos natūralumo vertinimo rodikliu. Nustatyta, kad 3 iš 12* draustinių vyrauja miškai, kurių amžius yra iki 30 metų, o 8 draustiniuose dominuoja 30–100 metų amžiaus miškai. Tai rodo, kad šiuose draustiniuose yra prarastas medynų natūralumas, galintis turėti neigiamą poveikį saugomų dirvožemių natūralumui. Dirvožemio paviršinių sluoksnių morfologija galėjo būti pakeista sodinant mišką. Su pedologinių draustinių dirvožemių apsauga ir miškotvarka susijusios problemos kyla dėl netinkamo jų tvarkymo, priežiūros ir nepakankamo teisinio dirvožemių apsaugos reglamentavimo.
SUSTAINABLE FOOD SECURITY IN MOROCCO: CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES
Authors: Toumi Larbi
Published: November 2016

Food security is a major issue and constant challenge in the developingworld. Morocco has reached the target of the first MDG and, since 1990-1992, hasmaintained the prevalence of undernourishment level of 5%, but it remainsvulnerable to climate change in case of recurrence of drought and external shocks.Researches on food security in Morocco and its relationship with sustainabledevelopment are not been sufficiently developed in the direction ofproposing models of sustainable food security strategies. Then, this study aims toclarify the relationship between food security and sustainable food chain and topropose a roadmap for food security in Morocco, learnt from the visit study toSingapore as a leading country in food security. According to GFSI (Global FoodSecurity Index) of the Economist Intelligence unit, Singapore is ranked second inthe world after United States in 2015. Results outline the issues and challenges offood security at both global and national levels and highlight the strengths andweaknesses of food security in Morocco via the analysis of the Moroccan’s foodsecurity balance through the GFSI (Global Food Security Index) of the EconomistIntelligence Unit. Finally, this study proposes a roadmap to ensure sustainable foodsecurity in Morocco focused on two strategic pillars: governance andorganizational pillar and technical and financial support pillar. The first pillarconcerns the establishment of a national authority in charge of coordination andimplementation of food security strategies. The second pillar includes a set ofrecommendations related to technical and financial support aspects as optimizingstorage foods, increasing agricultural productivity via agro-ecologicalintensification and sensitizing farmers in adoption of sustainable agricultureprinciples.
TOWARDS A NEW CONCEPT FOR THE AGRICULTURAL LAND-USE PLANNING IN THE NEW SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONDITIONS IN BULGARIA
Authors: Moteva Milena , Spalević Velibor
Published: November 2016

The goal of this paper is to present a new concept for Agricultural Land-UsePlanning as a land-administration activity in today’s market economy. Theplanning process consists of preparing projects for land use in the agriculturalterritories. Agricultural Land-Use Planning is developed for the purpose ofmaterializing and stabilizing land tenure, for environmental protection and forensuring efficient farm economy. The current market economy conditions are newto the country. So far, land management has served the principles of the centralizedplanned economy under the totalitarian governance of the land. The maindeficiencies of that governance are connected with the alienation of land ownersfrom their properties and the liquidation of their interest in land stewardship.Another problem has been the occurrence of soil degradation processes as aconsequence of extreme soil exhaustion. The cooperative land cultivation in thepast prevented land-use planning from addressing the issues of land tenure.The socio-economic conditions of today’s market economy pose new challenges tothe Agricultural Land-Use Planning due to differing and compliance the interests inthe public and private sectors. The strategy has to be constructed in such a way thatit simultaneously secures land-tenure, environmental protection, and the farms’economic prosperity. This brings together a number of activities such as researchand assessment of soil quality, agricultural cadaster, appraisal of land property, soilprotection and soil fertility, environmental and landscapes protection, agriculturalland structure design, etc. Based on a survey conducted among professionals andfarmers, and on the authors’ critical approach, a new concept for the AgriculturalLand-Use Planning as a socio-economic activity has been developed. A number ofdesign activities in the dynamic market environment are included, as well. Thepaper is written in the form of a comparison between the two socio-economicsystems (centrally planned land-use and cooperative land cultivation systems) andcontains the main highlights of the new concept.
AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION IN THE CONTEXT OF INDUSTRIALIZATION AND FOOD SECURITY IN VIETNAM
Authors: Nguyen Thi Minh Khue , Nguyen Thi Dien , Lebailly Philippe
Published: November 2016

Since 1990s the bloom of industrialization and urbanization brings the changes ofsocial and economic issue of Vietnam rural areas. During this process, ruralhouseholds have reduced agricultural land for cultivating. From the status of foodproducers now they become food consumers. Through surveying 215 householdsin Bac Ninh province, the study shows that that industrialization and landconversion process affected household food security in several aspects: the lost ofagricultural land and surplus agricultural production decrease; unguaranteed decentwork for peasants and high living cost; the decline of living quality and foodsafety. Food consumption of the family has shifted from self-reliance to the waythat more depend on market which increases food expense propotion on householdbudget. However, spending more on food does not mean satisfied since thesuspiciousness of food quality. Household food security becomes more vulnerable,especially for households that have limited access to land and incapability offinding stable jobs. One of the strategies of rural households is diversify theirlivelihoods, accepted multi-spacial household model. And when income from nonfarmjobs could relatively supply enough their need of cash, they would ratherconsume high quality food than grow and sell high yielding variable. Ruralhouseholds move back to the local traditional agricultural activities to ensure theirown food quality.
TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE FOOD SYSTEMS: A HOLISTIC, INTERDISCIPLINARY AND SYSTEMIC APPROACH
Authors: Moscatelli Silvana , El Bilali Hamid , Gamboni Mauro , Capone Roberto
Published: November 2016

One of the biggest challenges facing humanity is achieving sustainable foodsecurity in the face of population growth, resource scarcity, ecosystem degradationand climate change. Transitioning towards sustainable food systems (SFS) is amust for achieving sustainable development. This review paper highlights the needto adopt a holistic, multidimensional, interdisciplinary and systemic approach forbetter understanding food systems, which is a prerequisite for fostering transitiontowards sustainability. A better understanding of food systems meanscomprehending issues at play from ‘farm to fork’ i.e. production (crop, animal,seafood), processing, trade and distribution, and consumption. For gaining a fullawareness also cross-cutting issues such as gender, innovation and technologyshould be considered. Such a deep knowledge and consequent corrective actionsare crucial to address the multiple challenges and dysfunctions of the current globalfood system such as food insecurity, obesity, food waste, climate change,biodiversity loss, land degradation, water depletion, deforestation, marketconcentration and food heritage erosion. It is fundamental to foster transitiontowards sustainable and resilient food systems to achieve sustainable food andnutrition security for present and future generations. All dimensions (environment,economy, society and culture, nutrition and health) of food sustainability should betackled while considering policy and governance. Different food consumption andproduction models can help speeding up journey towards sustainability. Theseinclude, inter alia, organic agriculture and different alternative food systemsallowing to link consumption and production such as urban agriculture,community-supported agriculture and short food chains. While the challenge istitanic, there is a menu of options that can be jointly used to foster shift towardsSFS such as sustainable and eco-functional intensification, sustainable diets, foodloss and waste reduction. Nevertheless, a holistic and systemic approach isnecessary to develop a systems thinking for generating interdisciplinary knowledgeneeded to support transition towards sustainable food systems.
EU COMMON AGRICULTURAL POLICY AND AGRICULTURAL POLICY OF THE REPUBLIC OF SRPSKA (BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA)
Authors: Mrdalj Vesna , Rokvić Gordana , Nikić Nauth Petra
Published: November 2016

One of the most challenging issues for the countries that are in the process ofaccession to the European Union is the reform of agriculture, precisely agriculturalpolicy and its compliance with the Common Agricultural Policy of the EuropeanUnion (CAP). The strategic orientation of the Republic of Srpska and Bosnia andHerzegovina is a full EU member status, which is defined with signatory to theStabilization and Accession Agreement in 2008 and confirmed with Applicationfor membership in the European Union, submitted in February 2016. Consideringthe upcoming accession negotiation process, the reformation of agricultural sectoris necessary in all areas of development: production, policy and legal frameworkand institutional development. Until 2015 Republic Srpska made and adopted twokey strategic documents that determine the directions, objectives and measures fordeveloping of agriculture and rural areas. Recently the Republic of Srpska adopteda new strategic plan for the development of agriculture and rural areas for theperiod 2016- 2020. Considering that agriculture budget represents a first indicatorof the countries sector priorities, objective of this paper is to provide analysis ofagricultural policy through the agricultural budget of the Republic of Srpska and itscompliance with Common Agricultural Policy of the EU. Comparative analysis isrelated to the period 2006 – 2014 using EU methodology for the classification ofagricultural measures (pillars and axis). Research results show that the structure ofmeasures and scope of budgetary support, defined within agricultural policy of theRepublic of Srpska is not compatible with Common Agricultural Policy of the EU.