bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
PENGARUH PENGALAMAN MINUM KOPI DAN SUASANA TOKO MELALUI MOTIVASI HEDONIS DAN UTILITARIAN PADA NIAT MEMBELI KEMBALI
Authors: Safitri Anisa Dwi , Tuti Meylani
Published: June 2024

This research analyzed the influence of the coffee-drinking experience and store at­mos­phere, influencing the tendency to repurchase using hedonic and utilitarian motivation. The population of this research was the customers of the Kopi Bajawa Flores cafe. The sam­ple used was purposive sampling, with 251 respondents, and used quantitative research me­thods. The data analysis approach used a structural equation model implemented using SmartPLS software. The findings of this study indicated that a customer's experience con­su­ming coffee and the ambiance of the store significantly influenced their likelihood of making a subsequent purchase from both hedonic and utilitarian motivations. Store atmosphere signi­ficantly influenced the intention to repeat purchases with hedonic motivation aspects. From the results of this research, if a company wanted to increase sales, it was recommended that the company be able to fulfill consumers' emotional pleasure. Further research was also re­commended to discover other variables influencing company sales statistics.  Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisi pengaruh pengalaman minum kopi dan sua­sana toko memengaruhi kecenderungan untuk melakukan pembelian kembali dengan moti­vasi hedonis dan utilitarian. Populasi penelitian ini adalah pelanggan kafe Kopi Bajawa Flo­res. Sampel yang digunakan adalah purposive sampling, dengan jumlah 251 responden dan de­ngan metode penelitian kuantitatif. Pendekatan analisis data menggunakan model persa­ma­an struktural yang diimplementasikan menggunakan software SmartPLS. Temuan penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pengalaman pelanggan mengonsumsi kopi, serta suasana toko, se­ca­ra signifikan memengaruhi kemungkinan mereka melakukan pembelian berikutnya baik se­ca­ra motivasi hedonis maupun utilitarian. Suasana toko secara signifikan memengaruhi niat membeli kembali dengan aspek motivasi hedonis. Dari hasil penelitian tersebut jika perusa­ha­an ingin meningkatkan penjualan disarankan perusahaan dapat lebih memenuhi emosional ke­senangan konsumen. Penelitian lanjutan juga disarankan untuk mengetahui lebih lanjut va­riabel-variabel lain yang dapat memengaruhi statistik penjualan perusahaan.
A COMMUNICATION MODEL FOR THE EMPLOYEE CREATIVITY IN THE CONTEXT OF SUSTAINABILITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE
Authors: Jakubauskytė-Andriulienė Viktorija
Published: June 2024

Creativity is a key competence of present and future-oriented employees of the business organisations, as well as a prerequisite for the success of the companies. By conducting a comprehensive literature review this article discusses on the concept of creativity in organisations, the role of communication in managing the expression of employee creativity. Furthermore, in response to the contemporary needs of organisations to comply with the legal requirements based on the European Union directives on the integration of sustainability into the activities of organisations, the article also examines the concept of sustainability and its intersection with the organisational culture of companies and communication. The communication model developed on the basis of the theoretical assumptions includes empowering, managing and engaging communication, through which the organisational culture promotes the creative expression of employees and their involvement in the implementation of sustainability practices in organisations. In addition, the integration of sustainability as a distinct theme and strategic direction into the organisational culture is also noted and embedded.
Vėsos galių palyginimas modeliuojant pastatą IDA ICE programa skirtingais būdais
Authors: Maksimavičiūtė Reda , Rogoža Artur
Published: June 2024

Straipsnio tikslas – išsiaiškinti, koks pastato modeliavimo IDA ICE programa būdas leidžia apskaičiuoti tiksliausius vėsinimo galių ir poreikių rezultatus ir kokie yra pagrindiniai skirtingų modelių aspektai. Straipsnyje pristatomas administracinės paskirties pastato, statomo Lvivo g. 59, Vilniuje, modeliavimas. Tyrimo metu sukurti 3 energiniai pastato modeliai. Modelis Nr. 1 – geometrinis pastato modelis su visomis patalpomis. Modelis Nr. 2 – modelis su išskirtiniais aukštais ir tipiniu aukštu su visomis patalpomis, kuriamas naudojant „multiplication“ (liet. padauginimo) funkciją. Modelis Nr. 3 – modelis su išskirtiniais aukštais ir tipiniu aukštu, kurį sudaro viena skaičiuojamoji zona. Atlikus pastato energinį modeliavimą, gautos vėsinimo sistemos galios ir šilumos pritėkiai. Modelių Nr. 1 ir Nr. 2 rezultatai yra panašūs, skirtumas tarp jų nesiekia 10 proc., o modelio Nr. 3 rezultatai yra didesni nei kitų. Šilumos pritėkiai dėl žmonių ir tiekiamo šviežio oro kiekiai sąlygoja gaunamus rezultatus, kurių skirtumai iš dalies atsiranda dėl nežymiai pasikeitusio tipinio aukšto išplanavimo. Svarbiausias modelių palyginimo aspektas yra pikinė vėsinimo sistemos galia, kuri parodo tikrąjį skirtumą tarp modelių ir yra itin svarbi vėsinimo sistemos įrangos dydžiui nustatyti. Modelių Nr. 1 ir Nr. 2 pikinė galia skiriasi 6 proc., o modelių Nr. 2 ir Nr. 3 – 25 proc. Tai parodo, kad tiksliausi yra modelių Nr. 1 ir Nr. 2 duomenys.
Disproving the High-eccentricity Planet HD 220773b
Authors: Carleo Ilaria , Desidera Silvano , Sozzetti Alessandro , Benatti Serena , Claudi Riccardo , Damasso Mario , Pinamonti Matteo , Ruggeri Alessandro
Published: June 2024

HD 220773 has been announced to host a giant planet in an eccentric orbit. Global Architecture of Planetary Systems collaboration followed this target up with the HARPS-N spectrograph at Telescopio Nazionale Galileo, in order to search for additional small planets in the system. This radial velocity monitoring produced approximately 130 HARPS-N data points, leading to the refutation of the announced planet.
Constraining Time Variations in Enceladus’s Water-vapor Plume with Near-infrared Spectra from Cassini’s Visual and Infrared Mapping Spectrometer
Authors: Denny K. E. , Hedman M. M. , Bockelée-Morvan D. , Filacchione G. , Capaccioni F.
Published: June 2024

Water vapor produces a series of diagnostic emission lines in the near-infrared between 2.60 and 2.75 μm. The Visual and Infrared Mapping Spectrometer (VIMS) on board the Cassini spacecraft detected this emission signal from Enceladus’s plume, and so VIMS observations provide information about the variability of the plume’s water-vapor content. Using a data set of 249 spectral cubes with relatively high signal-to-noise ratios, we confirmed the strength of this water-vapor emission feature corresponds to a line-of-sight column density of order 1020 molecules m−2, which is consistent with previous measurements from Cassini’s Ultraviolet Imaging Spectrograph. Comparing observations made at different times indicates that the water-vapor flux is unlikely to vary systematically with Enceladus’s orbital phase, unlike the particle flux, which does vary with orbital phase. However, variations in the column density on longer and shorter timescales cannot be ruled out and merit further investigation.
Herpetofauna of Laguna Blanca National Park, Argentinean Patagonia: species list and conservation status
Authors: Rolón Melisa Celia Jazmin , Vera David Gustavo , De Los Santos Facundo Leonel , Harkes Micaela , Tettamanti Germán , Calvo Rodrigo , Di Pietro Diego Omar , Velasco Melina Alicia , Avila Luciano Javier , Williams Jorge Daniel , Kacoliris Federico Pablo
Published: June 2024

Laguna Blanca National Park (LBNP) is located in the mid-west of Neuquén Province, Argentina. It was created in 1940 with the aim of conserving the nesting and breeding habitats of an important diversity of birds. Until now, there have been no exclusive works that address the herpetofauna present. The aim of this article is to provide an updated inventory of reptile and amphibian species in LBNP. We used four sources of information to create the species list: 1) data coming from field observations; 2) specimens deposited in herpetological collections; 3) scientific literature review; 4) online biodiversity databases. We confirm the occurrence of 18 species of herpetofauna in LBNP, including 13 reptiles and 5 amphibians. We also included six species with probable presence according to the range of distribution and habitat similarity. We added the conservation status of the national and international lists for each species. Five species are in some threat category at the national (Vulnerable, Endangered) or international level (Endangered, Critically Endangered). Seven taxa are listed as “Species of Vertebrates of Special Value” by the Administración de Parques Nacionales. Despite being protected within a national park, the herpetofauna present face threats such as prolonged drought events, habitat modification due to the presence of livestock, introduced exotic species, and emerging diseases. Conservation efforts are imperative to protect these species and mitigate their threats.
Influence of resistance to use, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, and facilitating conditions in the intention to use telemedicine in Peru
Authors: Ludeña-Poma Jorge , Rojas-Gallegos Sara , Solano-Ortiz Leslye , Castro-Chavez Yanira , Chahua-Borda Diana , Ludeña-Poma Janeth
Published: June 2024

Telemedicine revolutionizes medical care by providing remote access to healthcare services, improving efficiency, reducing geographic barriers and providing timely, life-saving care for patients. Current research aims to evaluate the influence of resistance to use, facilitators to use, perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of telemedicine on the intention to use telemedicine by citizens of Peru. The study collected responses from individuals in Peru through an online survey, and the data was analyzed by multivariate statistical techniques. The results showed that perceived ease of use had a positive and significant effect on perceived usefulness; then, perceived ease of use had a positive and significant effect on the intention to use telemedicine. Also, resistance to use did not have a significant effect on intention to use telemedicine. The bootstrapping analysis showed that the effects between the variables were statistically significant. The outcomes obtained may provide ideas to healthcare managers in public and private sectors for planning health programs based in telemedicine and can make diagnosis and treatments with remote patients.
Prototype Digital Twin: Recreation and biodiversity cultural ecosystem services
Authors: Rolph Simon , Andrews Chris , Carbone Dylan , Lopez Gordillo Julian , Martinovič Tomáš , Oostervink Nick , Pleiter Dirk , Sara-aho Kata , Watkins John , Wohner Christoph , Bolton Will , Dick Jan
Published: June 2024

Digital twin approaches have the potential to revolutionise usage, planning and management of cultural ecosystem services i.e. the non-material benefits people obtain from ecosystems, including recreation, tourism, intellectual development, spiritual enrichment, reflection and aesthetic experiences.

Here, we outline our blueprint for a prototype digital twin (pDT) for cultural ecosystem services. The pDT consists of two modelling components; a recreation potential model to quantify the cultural ecosystem services of the physical landscape and species distribution models to quantify the biodiversity component.

It is envisaged that the digital twin will be used primarily by two user types: 1. those who wanted to enjoy the area and potentially contribute to citizen science programmes and 2. people who want to inform or make evidence-based management decisions (land managers, policy-makers, researchers).
Research on MEC computing offload strategy for joint optimization of delay and energy consumption
Authors: Ni Mingchang , Zhang Guo , Yang Qi , Yin Liqiong
Published: June 2024

The decision-making process for computational offloading is a critical aspect of mobile edge computing, and various offloading decision strategies are strongly linked to the calculated latency and energy consumption of the mobile edge computing system. This paper proposes an offloading scheme based on an enhanced sine-cosine optimization algorithm (SCAGA) designed for the "edge-end" architecture scenario within edge computing. The research presented in this paper covers the following aspects: (1) Establishment of computational resource allocation models and computational cost models for edge computing scenarios; (2) Introduction of an enhanced sine and cosine optimization algorithm built upon the principles of Levy flight strategy sine and cosine optimization algorithms, incorporating concepts from roulette wheel selection and gene mutation commonly found in genetic algorithms; (3) Execution of simulation experiments to evaluate the SCAGA-based offloading scheme, demonstrating its ability to effectively reduce system latency and optimize offloading utility. Comparative experiments also highlight improvements in system latency, mobile user energy consumption, and offloading utility when compared to alternative offloading schemes.
Uvod v epigrafiko srednjega in zgodnjega novega veka
Authors: M. Kloos Rudolf , Pobežin Gregor , Hriberšek Matej , Borak Živa
Published: June 2024

Rudolf Kloos's Introduction to Epigraphy of the Middle and Early Modern Ages is a fundamental survey manual on a field that is completely undernourished in Slovenia, both in terms of methodology and content. The work provides important methodological highlights that offer a valuable basis for work in epigraphy, and it is designed to be of help both to beginners encountering epigraphy for the first time, and to experienced specialists who wish to gain a slightly more thorough insight into the peculiarities of epigraphic (and printing) typographies, the characteristics of the handicraft processes that were part of the whole process of creating epigraphic monuments on various substrates, and the circumstances in which these monuments were created.
Mutaciones problemáticas en Calila e Dimna: un análisis a la luz de las versiones árabes
Authors: Miranda Florencia L.
Published: June 2024

Se analizan cuatro representaciones de mutaciones en el Calila e Dimna y se las coteja con tres versiones del Kalila wa-Dimna árabe y dos fuentes sánscritas, el Panchatantra y el Mahābhārata. Este cotejo tiene un doble objetivo: por un lado, respecto de la relación entre el Calila castellano y el Kalila árabe, se pretende confirmar la cercanía entre ambas ramas de la historia; por otro lado, la consulta de las distintas versiones de una misma historia echa luz sobre aspectos complejos o problemáticos de la narración, como son las representaciones de las transformaciones o conversiones, que tienen múltiples formas de abordaje dentro del texto. Este análisis está enmarcado por el concepto de traducción cultural.
La manosphère anglophone : tour d’horizon et revue de la littérature
Authors: Bachaud Louis
Published: June 2024

Cet article a pour but de décrire la manosphère anglophone à travers les différentes communautés qui la composent. Au-delà des éléments historiques et idéologiques ainsi présentés, une revue transdisciplinaire de la littérature présentera l’état des recherches en sciences sociales sur la manosphère.
Enrochements et regard sur l’aqueduc de la Brévenne à Dardilly, chemin du Combert (Métropole de Lyon)
Authors: Motte Sylvain , Ramponi Cécile
Published: June 2024

Les deux diagnostics menés chemin du Combert à Dardilly (Métropole de Lyon), ont permis de restituer un long segment du tracé de l’aqueduc antique de la Brévenne et d’étudier sa conduite souterraine.Par ailleurs, ils ont mené à la découverte de deux imposants aménagements de grandes et épaisses dalles, l’une d’elles étant associée à un regard. Ces aménagements, que nous proposons de qualifier d’enrochements, étaient certainement destinés au maintien des terrains autour de l’aqueduc et à la protection de ce dernier contre les ruissellements issus d’un talweg perpendiculaire à l’axe de l’ouvrage.
Spanning Literary Genre Through Transgressive Expression
Authors: Taylor Cassandra M.
Published: June 2024

Transgressive literature has many definitions and is primarily associated with the darker aspects of reality, often the grotesque or subversive, which seeks to educate or entertain the audience through shock, suspense, surprise, horror, or social commentary. This chapter examines the first mention of transgression in literature, as defined by Michael Foucault, and how it developed throughout the postmodernist movement to be one of the most prominent genres or literary elements in modern publishing. By incorporating shocking elements or subversion, transgressive literary elements highlight the cruel realities of society and allow the writer to examine various conflicts that emerge throughout existence and society. As the movement continues to grow, there is an obvious pattern of transgressive literary elements that span genres and even generations of stories throughout the course of human civilization and history. By examining some of the oldest stories, transgressive literary elements span across genres and evolve as a staple of modern literature today.
Overcoming Toxic Situations in the Workforce
Authors: Kesse Erica Nicole
Published: June 2024

This chapter delves into the multifaceted strategies for navigating and overcoming toxic workplace environments, emphasizing empowerment, resilience, and transformation. It draws insights from diverse sources, including studies on journaling, gratitude practices, and personal storytelling. Through the lens of mental health, the chapter explores how these techniques offer avenues for self-expression, coping, and connection. The efficacy of mindfulness, yoga, and peer support in combating burnout and fostering well-being is illuminated. The chapter underscores the potential of narratives in dismantling the silence that perpetuates toxicity and highlights the significance of empathy and shared experiences. By intertwining these strategies, individuals can reclaim agency, rewrite narratives, and cultivate a thriving path forward, transcending the challenges posed by toxic workplace dynamics.
Worldbuilding
Authors: Lyon Peter
Published: June 2024

Libraries as institutions are involved in the development and support of writers throughout their careers. With their roles as community spaces and their involvement in collaborations across multiple sectors, libraries are able to provide a wide range of benefits to an equally wide range of creatives. Library offerings designed to promote literacy and further connections to the literary world are accessible and provide an entry point into an often-daunting artform. Research showcases the variety of library programs targeted at building core skills and experiences in writers. There exists further potential for libraries to act as leaders in creative instruction and foster a creative collective to inspire future generations of artists.
Balm in Gilead
Authors: Wheatley Torie C. , Merriweather Lisa R.
Published: June 2024

Globally people live their lives in a raced, gendered, nationality statued, abled, and classed society within localized geographic, political, and social contexts. In the United States, because of its long and fractured relationship with race, race and racism feel synonymous. Critical Race Theorists declare that racism is endemic to our society and whiteness functions as property within a continuous seller's market. It is widely understood that racism exists at multiple levels—micro (personal), meso (institutional), and macro (societal levels)—and the trauma it inflicts runs broadly and deeply as its tentacles fuse people to systems and structures. Systems and structures, while existing at the meso and macro levels, impact and are impacted by the micro level which includes the interpersonal and intrapersonal. The extant literature suggests racial healing must occur at all levels and across all people groups for it to be long-lasting, requiring disruption at all levels and across all people, from those who benefit from it and those who do not. This chapter focuses on those who do not and imagines ways writing can function as liberative cure.
The Brain at Work
Authors: Ghosh Oindrilla , Kumar Binod
Published: June 2024

This book chapter delves deep into the realm of organizational behaviour through the lenses of neuroscience, aiming to shed light on the convoluted relationship between the brain, behaviour, and organizational dynamics. The integration of neuroscience and organizational behaviour offers profound insights into understanding the underlying mechanisms driving human behaviour at the workplace. The foundation lies in establishing an extensive understanding of neuroscience principles and their relevance in shaping the organizational behaviour. Central to this exploration are the key brain areas such as the prefrontal cortex, amygdala, and hippocampus, each playing a prominent role in influencing employee choices, emotional responses, memory, and decision-making processes within an organizational setting. Additionally, neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin are examined for their impact on motivation, reward-seeking behaviour, mood regulation, and social interactions in the workplace. Building upon these foundational concepts, the chapter investigates the benefits of integrating neuroscience into organizational behaviour research and practice. Notably, it addresses the importance of understanding unconscious biases and their implications on decision-making processes, aiming to foster fairer and more equitable organizational environments. Moreover, the study explores how insights from neuroscience can optimize employee well-being, engagement, and workplace satisfaction by identifying neural mechanisms associated with stress, burnout, and work-life balance.
Cultivating Self-Esteem
Authors: Kunnumpurath Biju , Prasad Aswathi , Menon Vishnu Achutha , Thomas Juby
Published: June 2024

This study employed a comprehensive research strategy utilizing both online and offline methodologies to gather insights from 278 female media professionals in Karnataka. The survey, conducted from May 2023 to October 2023, encompassed a substantial timeframe, allowing for a thorough data collection process and the observation of potential variations over the months. The self-esteem scale and workplace communication behaviour inventory scale were employed for the data collection. All correlations were statistically significant affirming the reliability of these associations. Linear regression analyses further elucidated the relationships between self-esteem and specific workplace behaviours.
Navigating the Modern Selection Process
Authors: P. C. Neena , Sevukamoorthy Lakshmi
Published: June 2024

The world of talent acquisition is always uncertain and dynamic as the firms will need a strategy to attract and retain talent. In this scenario, Gamified assessments have emerged as innovative facets to assess an individual's performance on aptitude and trainable skills. Game-based assessments play a crucial role in predicting employee performance. This study on Gamified assessments outlines the methodology of assessing the cognitive, affective, and behavioral outcomes of an individual on the renowned guiding theories, where the features of the assessments are based on motivational and cognitive theories. In this research, the authors devised a model ‘NL -24 LearnWare' gamification assessment on twenty-four dimensions of cognitive, affective, and behavioural learning theories. The authors using this model have also explored how gamified assessments influence the selection of cohorts to analyze the differences between the old and the modern trends of assessments.
Application of Neuroscience Methods in HRDM for Brain-Based Human Capital Optimization
Authors: Patangia Bishal , J. M. Rithani , Alfonso Thaddeus
Published: June 2024

For years, human resource development and management (HRDM) has used behavioral assessments to gauge employee potential. However, advancements in cognitive behavioral neuroscience (CBN) have opened up new possibilities for understanding how the human mind works. This chapter explores the practical applications of neuroscience methods like EEG, ERP, MRI, and fMRI, as well as neurofeedback and biofeedback, in talent identification, leadership development, and employee well-being. Importantly, these insights can be directly applied in HRDM practices, leading to more effective talent management, leadership development, and improved employee well-being. While recognizing the ethical considerations involved with these technologies, the chapter presents a compelling vision for a future where HRDM practices are informed by a deeper understanding of the brain, enabling the workforce to reach its full potential.
Infrastructure for Equitable Growth and Energy Poverty Reduction
Authors: Nesheva-Kiosseva Ninel Ivanova
Published: June 2024

Energy poverty, a significant challenge to sustainable development, is the focus of this chapter. Delving into the causes of energy poverty in Bulgaria, it explores shifts in trade terms and energy supply conditions for households influenced by political decisions impacting energy infrastructure. The analysis covers various factors contributing to energy poverty in Bulgaria, emphasizing its manifestation during the transition from regulated to liberalized trade policies and integration into the EU's free energy market. The chapter aims to unravel Bulgaria's persistent energy poverty, unparalleled compared to other European countries, despite surplus energy production. By scrutinizing energy poverty levels, incomes, inequalities, prices, social protection, and household expenditures in Bulgaria versus other EU states; it seeks to understand the factors contributing to Bulgaria's disproportionately high energy poverty. This investigation sheds light on the underlying reasons, hindering the pursuit of equitable growth in living standards.
Development of Infrastructure to Empower the Elderly in Russia
Authors: Burdenko Elena Viktorovna , Bykasova Elena Vyacheslavovna
Published: June 2024

The chapter is devoted to the urgent problem of creating infrastructure to empower older people. Attention is paid to the age periodization of a person, since it is necessary to define the concept of “old age.” The main components of active longevity, defined by the World Health Organization, are considered. The problems arising in the implementation of the healthy aging policy in European countries are shown. The chapter focuses on the plan “Decade of Healthy Aging for the period 2021-2030,” as well as the interim results obtained at the end of 2023. The implementation of international initiatives to pursue a policy of active longevity is considered on the example of Russia. The reasons preventing the implementation of the federal project “The Older Generation” are highlighted. Attention is paid to the negative demographic situation in Russia from 1991 to 2013. The project “Moscow longevity,” implemented since 2018 for Moscow pensioners, is considered. The positive experience gained in Moscow in creating infrastructure to support the elderly is being scaled up in Russian regions.
Examining the Impact of Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance Performance on the Quality Management System
Authors: Garefalakis Alexandros , Ragazou Konstantina , Papademetriou Christos , Samara Angeliki D. , Sklavos George
Published: June 2024

This study examines the benefits of combining ESG (environmental, social, and governance) concepts with HRM to boost entrepreneurial success. The authors use the conceptual method to explore how environmental, social, corporate governance, and human resource management issues affect entrepreneurial activity. Thus, the authors conclude that ESG principles in human resource management boost organisational efficiency. These findings are theoretically significant because they prompt a reevaluation of corporate social responsibility and operational efficiency. The research highlights the relationship between personnel refinement and impact, supporting the premise that ESG principles improve entrepreneurial efficiency. The research findings demonstrate how ESG principles in HR management can increase corporate effectiveness, using Russia as an example during the decade of action.
The Evolution of Environmental, Social, and Governance Practices Into the Real Estate Sector
Authors: Constantinou Marilena , Katafygiotou Martha
Published: June 2024

Given the increasing prominence of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) in the domains on business ethics and sustainable development over the past decade, this chapter explores the evolution of ESG and how real estate companies adapt or should adapt to the ESG practices. Additionally, it provides examples of how the real estate sector is embracing ESG and discusses the implications. Globally, the real estate sector is increasingly adopting the ESG principles, driven by investors, regulations, and government incentives. Larger property firms are pioneering this shift, but support for smaller companies is crucial to ensure ESG integration. Universal sustainable practices adoption is paramount, requiring collaboration among governments, developers, investors, and communities. Implementing ESG in real estate is an ethical necessity, promising long-term value, market competitiveness, and social benefits. This will ensure economic success, environmental care, and social welfare, establishing a lasting sustainable legacy.
Exploring Teacher Use of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) in South Africa and Turkey
Authors: Kocasarac Huseyin , Mlotshwa Handson Fingi
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study was to explore the extent to which teachers in South Africa and Turkey are adopting and utilizing augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) in teaching and learning. A case study design approach was utilized, and data was collected using a questionnaire using Google Forms. This study involved 29 teachers from both countries: 16 teachers from South Africa and 13 teachers from Turkey participated in a randomized sample. The results of the study reveal that 56% of South African teachers and 38% of Turkish teachers have explored the use of AR and VR in teaching and learning. Mathematics and science-oriented subjects were the most dominant in terms of the integration of AR and VR. The teachers who could not integrate were limited by the availability of digital resources in both countries.
Leveraging Minecraft for Enhanced Spatial Perception and Academic Achievement
Authors: Acar Şevket Huntürk , Karaçalı Taze Hülya , Karademir Coşkun Tugra
Published: June 2024

This study aims to reveal the impact of using the digital game Minecraft: Education Edition in teaching geographical features in social studies on the achievement and spatial perception skills of 5th grade students. The research adopts a sequential explanatory mixed-method design. Quantitative data was collected using self-assessment and teacher assessment forms on spatial perception skills, and an achievement test developed by the researchers. Qualitative data was gathered through interviews. The study found that using Minecraft led to an increase in students' achievement and their skills in examining space. This study provides valuable insights for educators and curriculum developers, offering a potential pathway to enhance students' understanding of geographical concepts and spatial perception skills through interactive digital tools such as Minecraft: Education Edition in the future.
Role of Metaverse in the Education Sector
Authors: Jindal Priya , Jindal Ansh , Sharma Deepa
Published: June 2024

Education is widely regarded as a catalyst for transformation. Students are introduced to novel academic and research domains through the integration of technological advancements. The Metaverse inclusion in the education sector has marked a radical break with conventional teaching practices by introducing a new paradigm shift in classroom education. This chapter is about the examination of the possible role of the metaverse in the future of education. Metaverse platforms possess the ability to bridge the gap between the digital and physical worlds by providing students with a safe controlled and diverse interactive learning environment, which advances their interaction. The chapter also covered the educational difficulties brought about by the Metaverse, including protecting students from potential dangers and establishing standards to ensure a high-quality education that sets an example for the world at large.
Blockchain Technologies and Call for an Open Financial System
Authors: Sharma Ridhima , Singh Amrik
Published: June 2024

Blockchain technology may reduce the cost of transactions, enable decentralised platforms, and generate distributed trust, laying the groundwork for novel business models. Better, more accessible, decentralized, imaginative, linked, and interlinked decentralised financial services are possible to develop with the use of blockchain technology. Decentralised financial services have the ability to lower transaction costs, increase financial accessibility, enable open access, promote autonomous innovation, and open up novel possibilities for entrepreneurs and innovators. In this chapter, the authors examine the advantages of decentralised finance, uncover current company models, and discuss potential problems and constraints. Decentralised finance, as a new sector of financial technology, has the ability to redefine the framework of contemporary finance and establish an entirely fresh environment for entrepreneurship and creativity, demonstrating the promise of decentralisation as a basis for new business models.
Peer-to-Peer Finance
Authors: Tiwari Rajesh , Kumar Pawan , Taneja Sanjay
Published: June 2024

Innovation in lending practices has challenged the monopoly of banks. Peer-to-peer lending, commonly referred to as P2P lending, has gained attention of non-bank financial institutions and other stakeholders. To examine the research trends in peer-to-peer lending, publications during 2013 to 2023 were analyzed. The Scopus database was used in the study to gather pertinent literature, while VOS viewer software is employed to visualize bibliographic information. The findings demonstrate that since 2010, peer-to-peer lending research has grown significantly, with a sizable portion of articles coming from the United States, the United Kingdom, and China. The study examined peer-to-peer lending research, covering key issues, authors, organizations, and research methodologies employed in this area. For scholars, decision-makers, and professionals interested in the P2P lending, the study's findings will be useful to develop future research agenda.
Role of Financial Literacy in Maximizing the Impact of Decentralized Finance on Financial Inclusion
Authors: Sayari Karima Toumi
Published: June 2024

One of the goals of international policy is financial inclusion, which may be attained by individuals who possess financial literacy and are able to make wise financial decisions. The use of financial technology and decentralized finance is one of the key factors shaping the inclusive space. This chapter aims to conduct an inclusive analysis of the role of financial literacy in maximizing the impact of decentralized finance on financial inclusion. The discussion in this chapter contributes to the emerging studies that examine the role of decentralized finance in boosting financial inclusion. Insights from this chapter can improve our understanding of the importance of financial innovation for unprivileged people and can also help regulators appreciate the nexus between fintech and financial inclusion. The chapter also provides a discussion on some difficulties that persist with implementing decentralized finance at a larger scale and how financial literacy plays a primordial role in meeting these challenges and improving how well DeFi works for people, businesses, and governments.
Global Responsibility and The Future of Migration
Authors: Kir Elitas Serpil
Published: June 2024

Migration has always played a significant role in shaping societies and cultures. Migration today plays a crucial role in shaping the global agenda on sustainable development and the quest for decent work opportunities. As the world becomes more interconnected, it is essential for policy-makers to view migration as an opportunity rather than a threat. Migration is not just a national issue, but a global responsibility. By adopting a comprehensive approach that takes into account the link between migration and development, we can harness its potential to expand economic opportunities, reduce poverty, and accelerate the diffusion of new ideas and technologies. Furthermore, youth migration is a critical factor in human capital accumulation for future generations and should be seen as a driving force for social and economic growth. In this chapter, the authors delve into the various factors driving migration, the challenges faced by refugees, and the impact of migration on both the countries of origin and destination.
A Critical Review on the Current Status of Human Rights in the Shed of International Law
Authors: Roy Parimal Kumar , Das Pias Kumar , Das Chandrima
Published: June 2024

As an abstinence of the UN Refugee Convention, Bangladesh does not have an obligation to protect her inward refugees, and the Rohingya are one of the challenging concerns. This chapter aims to discuss human rights in light of international treaties/documents concerning the Rohingya community in Bangladesh when they are a stateless community, not refugees. Methodologically, this study takes the critical discourse analysis approach aided by secondary data. The study found that the community is competing with the majority of Bengali to access the common resources or property pools like forests, rivers, and beaches. This study concludes with a solid proposal of international legal frameworks' ratification and to make some local legal provisions for policy accelerating to reach the SDGs 2030.
Evaluating Lebanon's Economic Policy Response to the Syrian Refugee Crisis
Authors: Zreik Mohamad
Published: June 2024

This chapter critically evaluates the policy measures enacted by Lebanon in response to the economic turmoil following the Syrian refugee influx. The analysis encompasses a spectrum of policy areas, including but not limited to monetary policy, fiscal adjustments, and labour market regulation. It scrutinizes the efficacy of these policies, highlighting both their strengths and potential weaknesses. Moreover, the chapter debates the long-term viability of the Lebanese government's responses, especially in relation to persistent challenges such as employment, price stability, and external trade. Additionally, the chapter provides a discourse on alternative policy strategies, inviting policymakers to consider varied approaches that may prove more effective in counteracting the economic impacts of the crisis. The core argument posits that Lebanon is at a critical juncture where policy decisions hold significant weight in determining the nation's economic destiny.
Navigating Migrant Education in the USA
Authors: Valle Gissella
Published: June 2024

This chapter is part of a study carried out as part of a final master's creative project in the School of Communications at Florida State University. A social marketing communication campaign was created for the Migrant Education Program from the Florida Panhandle Area Educational Consortium. The study was the foundation for developing effective strategies for influencing behavior change by understanding the intended population (perceptions, needs, and barriers). In this sense, this initial research stage brought valuable insights to describe the target audience and determine the best ways to reach them. For that purpose, a literature review and, from the qualitative perspective, mini-focus group discussions were conducted. The formative research yielded parents' perceptions and experiences, specifically beliefs, values, language barriers, parents' involvement in their kids' education, and communication channels.
Use of Digital Technologies in Migration and Asylum Management
Authors: Duman Hasret
Published: June 2024

Migration is a multidimensional, complex, and global issue. The fact that migration is a multidimensional and complex phenomenon causes measurements to contain uncertainties and makes it difficult to create migration models. In addition, tracking refugees, asylum seekers, and other people in need of international protection is also necessary in migration management. Therefore, it is of prime importance to take advantage of developing digital technologies for more effective migration management. Therefore, in this study, some countries were examined to provide a concrete perspective on the use of digital technologies in migration and asylum management.
Migration News in Turkey and the Language of Emotion
Authors: Uzun Cemile
Published: June 2024

Analyzing the emotional tone used in migration-related news articles is important for revealing how language patterns employed in news texts influence society. This study aimed to determine which emotional tones are used in migration-related newspaper articles in Turkey. To achieve this goal, the emotional tone of migration-related news articles from four newspapers published in Turkey—Hürriyet, Posta, Sabah, and Cumhuriyet—was examined. Tokuhisa, Inui, and Matsumoto's emotional tone analysis was employed to classify the emotional tone of the news articles. From the obtained data, it was determined which emotional tone predominates in migration-related news articles in these newspapers. This analysis is crucial for uncovering how emotional tone is utilized in migration-related news articles and identifying the factors that influence the emotional tone used.
Media Bias and “Othering”
Authors: Ali S. M. Aamir , Ghose Anuttama , Iqbal Syed Mohd Uzair
Published: June 2024

The persecution of Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar's Rakhine state garnered significant international news coverage. According to normative theory, media in various nations are expected to report on an issue differently due to variations in the socio-political systems. This chapter analyses the news media portrayal of the Rohingya issue in India and Myanmar. These nations have varying degrees of engagement and diverse media systems. This chapter attempts to highlight on the idea of “othering” as it has been seen through the lens of identity politics. Further, this chapter aims to examine how each newspaper handles the Rohingya problem based on the overall message sent in the headlines. Newspapers deliberately craft the phrasing of their headlines. The linguistic structure and ideological perspectives of the two mediums are examined.
Case Study
Authors: Gabriele Antonio
Published: June 2024

The rise of digital banking is transforming the financial landscape, challenging regional banks to adapt to changing consumer preferences and technological advancements. This chapter explores the role of leadership in guiding regional banks through the complexities of digital transformation, focusing on two key leadership theories: transformational leadership and ambidextrous leadership. The transition to digital banking presents both opportunities and challenges for regional banks. Embracing digital platforms allows banks to expand their reach and improve customer service, but it also requires significant investments in technology, cybersecurity, and employee training. In conclusion, effective leadership is crucial for regional banks to thrive in the digital age. By embracing transformational and ambidextrous leadership strategies, regional banks can navigate the challenges of digital transformation, drive innovation, and enhance their competitive position in the financial services industry.
Addressing Disparities in Access to Vaccines in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Authors: Charaf Amir Mustapha , Koçkaya Güvenç
Published: June 2024

Vaccination constitutes an essential element of primary health care and an unquestionable human right. However, access to vaccines remained a major challenge, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The latest COVID-19 pandemic's global impact on communities revealed the access gap between countries and demonstrated the urgent need to address inequity in access to vaccination worldwide. This chapter discusses the importance of equitable access to vaccination worldwide with focus on the situation in LMICs through different examples and in different settings. The chapter also provides examples of international, regional, and local efforts to reduce the access gap between countries alongside with lessons learnt from the last COVID-19 pandemic experience. The overall objective is to probe on, promote and ensure equitable access and therefore better health, economic and social outcomes for LMICs communities together with better preparedness for future pandemics.
A Review on Shipment Tracking Technologies on Game Changers in Maritime Logistics
Authors: Ulle Ravishankar S. , Yogananthan S. , Vinoth Kumar V. , Navaneethakumar V.
Published: June 2024

Shipping services are crucial to product transit, especially with the rise of online commerce. Postal services and package delivery utilize automotive assets and other logistical resources as key operational instruments. However, the shipping business has several operational challenges, including fuel price volatility, complex tax regimes, and growing client bases. These obstacles hinder shipping businesses' operations, potentially causing delays, lost goods, and service disruptions. Operating errors can lead to consumer discontent and, in extreme circumstances, attrition. Integrating cutting-edge technologies may help shipping businesses overcome these issues and improve operational efficiency. One option is to create a robust tracking system. Such a method might significantly reduce resource use and boost client satisfaction. These factors highlight the necessity for academic research in shipping services to advance the area and introduce new solutions to suit commercial demands.
Evaluation and Intelligent Modelling for Predicting the Amplitude of Footing Resting on Geocell-Based Weak Sand Bed Under Vibratory Load
Authors: Jeyanthi S. , Venkatakrishnaiah R. , Raju K. V. B.
Published: June 2024

The main consideration while designing geo-structures to sustain vibration loads is the accuracy of the displacement amplitude estimation. The displacement amplitude of a footing on a geocell-reinforced bed exposed to vibration stress can be computed using sophisticated data. AI modelling has replaced many traditional methodologies. Thus, the current work introduces a hybrid paradigm called NFC-TSA, which stands for neuro-fuzzy controller and tunicate swarm algorithm. Comprehensive field vibration experiments provided the reliable database utilised to train and evaluate the model. To develop the model's precise prediction objective, displacement amplitude was used as an output index. Several parameters impacting the foundation bed, geocell reinforcement, and dynamic excitation were considered as input variables. Existing methods, ANN-EHO, JSA, MOA, RNN, and ANN-MGSA, were compared to the NFC-anticipated TSA's accuracy.