bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
LA REALIZACIÓN DE ENTREVISTAS A FAMILIARES COMO FORMA DE COMPRENDER LA TRANSICIÓN A LA DEMOCRACIA EN ESPAÑA: UNA APLICACIÓN PRÁCTICA EN EDUCACIÓN SECUNDARIA
Authors: Revilla Diego Miguel
Published: November 2024

Como fruto de la aplicación de una intervención en dos centros educativos españoles en el marco del proyecto de investigación HISREDUC, el presente estudio realiza un examen en torno a una serie de entrevistas realizadas a familiares por parte de alumnos de Ciencias Sociales, Geografía e Historia de cuarto curso de Educación Secundaria Obligatoria. Con el objetivo de identiﬁcar los temas de mayor interés por parte de los estudiantes en relación al proceso de transición a la democracia en España, así como de conocer sus ideas previas sobre el mismo y el tratamiento realizado de la información obtenida, se ha llevado a cabo un análisis de carácter cualitativo centrado en varias categorías. Los resultados muestran un interés por parte de los alumnos por aspectos relacionados con la vida cotidiana y el ocio, pero también por ciertos procesos políticos reconocidos como centrales en el proceso estudiado. En este último caso se percibe la formación de un enlace implícito por parte de los alumnos, entre las vivencias experimentadas y los propios acontecimientos más importantes, demostrando la relevancia otorgada por éstos a las vivencias de sus familiares en momentos clave de la Transición española.
III ENCUENTRO IBEROAMERICANO DE INVESTIGACIÓN EN DIDÁCTICA DE LAS CIENCIAS SOCIALES: “EL PROFESORADO DE CIENCIAS SOCIALES EN LA REALIDAD IBEROAMERICANA”
Authors: Andamio Equipo
Published: November 2024

La RED IBEROAMERICANA en DIDÁCTICA de las CIENCIAS SOCIALES junto a la UNIVERSIDAD de SANTIAGO DE CHILE, la PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA de VALPARAÍSO, la UNIVERSIDAD ALBERTO HURTADO, la UNIVERSIDAD de CONCEPCIÓN y la UNIVERSIDAD de TARAPACÁ, convocan al III ENCUENTRO IBEROAMERICANO de INVESTIGACIÓN en DI-DÁCTICA de las CIENCIAS SOCIALES: RIDCS-2016.
¿QUÉ HISTORIA PARA QUÉ ESCUELA? EPISTEMOLOGÍA, HISTORIOGRAFÍA Y DIDÁCTICA DE LA HISTORIA EN LA ESCUELA DEL SIGLO XXI
Authors: De la Montaña Conchiña Juan Luis
Published: November 2024

La enseñanza-aprendizaje de la Historia en entornos escolares precisa de nuevos modelos didácticos que hagan de la disciplina una herramienta útil para la compresión de los problemas que aquejan a las sociedades contemporáneas. Este planteamiento obliga a incorporar en el capítulo relativo a la formación inicial del profesorado elementos considerados sustantivos de la disciplina: el conocimiento de las bases epistemológicas de la disciplina, qué es y cómo se construye la historia y las corrientes historiográficas, todo ello con el fin de precisar una renovación didáctico-disciplinar y ofrecer soluciones al problema de la selección de unos contenidos que no deben mostrarse exentos del necesario rigor científico.
CONVOCATORIA REVISTA ANDAMIO
Authors: Andamio Equipo
Published: November 2024

CONVOCATORIA REVISTA ANDAMIO
Normas de publicación de la Revista
Authors: Andamio Equipo
Published: November 2024

Normas de publicación de la Revista
Нелокальные абстрактные уравнения типа Гинзбурга-Ландау и их применение
Authors: Shakhmurov Veli B
Published: November 2024

Изучается нелокальное абстрактное уравнение типа Гинзбурга-Ландау, которое содержит переменные коэффициенты в сверточных членах и абстрактную линейную операторную функцию $A$, принимающую значения в банаховом пространстве $E$ заданного типа Фурье. Для достаточно гладких начальных данных при определенных условиях роста для оператора $A$ и коэффициентной функции установлено существование, единственность и свойства $L^p$-регулярности решения. Путем различного выбора пространства $E$ и оператора $A$ доказано существование, единственность и регулярность локального решения для различных классов нелокальных уравнений типа Гинзбурга-Ландау, которые встречаются в самых разнообразных физических системах.
Применение подхода матриц Коши к новым расширенным полудискретным системам типа КП
Authors: Tian Hong-Juan , Silem Abdselam
Published: November 2024

Исследованы две новые расширенные полудискретные системы уравнений типа КП, связанные с дифференциально-разностной системой с одной непрерывной и двумя дискретными переменными. Введение произвольной функции в матрицу Коши или плосковолновой фактор в рамках подхода матриц Коши позволяет получить расширенные интегрируемые системы. Введены билинейная система $D\Delta^2$KP, расширенные системы $D\Delta^2$pKP, $D\Delta^2$pmKP и $D\Delta^2$SKP, которые получаются с помощью матриц Коши. Это приводит к разнообразию решений таких расширенных систем, отличающихся от обычных многосолитонных решений.
Optimal Algorithm for the Planar Two-Center Problem
Authors: Cho Kyungjin , Oh Eunjin , Wang Haitao , Xue Jie
Published: November 2024

We study a fundamental problem in Computational Geometry, the planar
two-center problem. In this problem, the input is a set $S$ of $n$ points in
the plane and the goal is to find two smallest congruent disks whose union
contains all points of $S$. A longstanding open problem has been to obtain an
$O(n\log n)$-time algorithm for planar two-center, matching the $\Omega(n\log
n)$ lower bound given by Eppstein [SODA'97]. Towards this, researchers have
made a lot of efforts over decades. The previous best algorithm, given by Wang
[SoCG'20], solves the problem in $O(n\log^2 n)$ time. In this paper, we present
an $O(n\log n)$-time (deterministic) algorithm for planar two-center, which
completely resolves this open problem.
The Ideas of Liberal Education in Changing Times
Authors: Park Byongchul
Published: November 2024

This paper examines the ideas of liberal education in the Fourth Industrial Revolution as well as artificial intelligence where technological breakthrough brings about socio-economic changes. The modern ideas of liberal education were propounded by such important thinkers as John H. Newman and J. S. Mill in the course of the previous Industrial Revolution. This paper explores how their ideas underwent reinterpretation and reconstruction in the 20th century. In particular, it discusses how the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) emphasizes the importance of practical liberal education along with newly proposed learning outcomes and their assessment tools. It reaffirms that the traditional ideas of liberal education are still valid in these ever changing times.
A Study on the Development and Effectiveness Subject for Character Education Focused on Experiential Learning : A Case of ‘Creative Community Problem-Solving’ Course at A University
Authors: Choo Seungyoup , Kwak Misun
Published: November 2024

This study aims to develop a curriculum for ‘Creative Problem-Solving in Community Issues’ as a character education program to expand students' knowledge acquired at university to discover and effectively address real problems inherent in the local community, thereby fostering their practical character. Specifically, This study introduces cases of developing practical and experiential character education courses at ** University. The 2024 general education curriculum at ** University requires the development of related courses by distinguishing the character education area into ‘theoretical education’ and ‘problem-solving/experiential education.’ The following step-by-step research was conducted to achieve the research objectives. First, the university's character education courses should be designed to transcend a mere ethical dimension and align with the university's founding philosophy, vision for human resources, and the objectives of university education and general education. In this context, the objectives and core competencies of the character education course were designed to align with the university's founding principles of Truth, Faithfulness, and Love, and to ensure relevance to university education and general education. Second, this study focused on ‘problem-solving/experiential education’ and designed the ‘Creative Problem-Solving in Community Issues’ course, proposing suitable teaching methods, educational content, and evaluation methods to enhance the course's purpose and the learners' engagement level. Lastly, discussions and implications were presented so that the ‘Creative Problem-Solving in Community Issues’ course could be advanced and expanded in line with the university's innovation direction.
Analysis of Learners' Perceptions on the Role and Operation of Liberal Arts Curriculum : Focusing on D University
Authors: Chae Yoon Jung , Hyun Soon An
Published: November 2024

This study was conducted to understand the perceptions and needs of current students in order to revise the liberal arts curriculum at D University. A survey was conducted targeting students to assess their views on the role and operation of the liberal arts curriculum, and the data were analyzed using Borich's needs analysis and the Locus for Focus model. The results indicated that students perceive the liberal arts curriculum as complementary to their major studies and believe it should be practical. There was a high demand for interdisciplinary exploration. Additionally, students expressed a desire for a curriculum that reflects the latest trends and offers more choices. On the other hand, awareness of the university's emphasis on “regionally specialized linked areas” was relatively low among students. Based on these findings, this study proposed directions for revising the liberal arts curriculum at D University. Specifically, it suggested expanding student choice, innovating interdisciplinary liberal arts education, raising awareness of the importance of community-linked areas, and improving the physical learning environment. While this study is significant in that it presents directions for revising the liberal arts curriculum from the learners' perspective, it also recommends that future approaches take into account the perspectives of various stakeholders such as instructors, university authorities, and the local community.
The Music Humanities Significance of the Standard Pitch 432Hz
Authors: Jeon Seonkoo
Published: November 2024

This study focuses on the socio-cultural narrative reflected in the standard pitch of 432Hz, establishes an argument for representing the Semantic structure of music humanities, which is the practical line of humanities, and critically reflects on the main character of humanities that can be accepted as a general education text, which is the concept of humanities as an educational ideology. The purpose is to expand the framework of humanistic thinking based on and interpretive performance. Accordingly, in order to explore the historical trend of the concept of standard pitch, we attempted to analyze literature focusing on the pattern of pitch levels in Western society from the late 14th century to today and the discussion of political, social, and cultural aspects related to this in the 19th and 20th centuries. The major issues in the background of pitch standardization and the musical humanities implications of the historical identity of 432Hz were discussed. 432Hz expanded the horizon of the humanities discourse process on the communication value contained in cultural diversity and presented another possibility to converge on a musical humanities trajectory, which sheds light on the value of cultural solidarity through consilient thinking, thus contributing to social It provides a foundation for understanding that can be transferred to the terrain. Accordingly, this study embraces the humanistic message reflected in the history of pitch standardization to share musical humanistic reasons as practical humanities with society in general, and to expand the dimension of cultural literacy to another level by reexamining the social function of music. We hope that it will be accepted as a general educational text.
A Study on the Development of University Liberal Arts Curriculum Convergence Standards
Authors: Choi Hwasook , Park Jihoe
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study was to develop standards for the convergence of liberal arts curriculum as a way to effectively operate liberal arts education in universities. To this end, through literature analysis and two rounds of Delphi surveys, convergence standards were developed according to the categories of university liberal arts curriculum organization.
As a result of the study, four categories—goals, contents, methods, and evaluation—were established as key components of the university liberal arts curriculum. The convergence types of the liberal arts curriculum were divided into two types: intra-curricular and inter-curricular convergence, with specific standards set for each type. A total of 14 judgment questions were developed, consisting of 3 to 4 judgment questions based on the standards for each type. These judgment questions were designed as comprehensive inquiries that could represent each standard.
Through these research processes and results, this study is significant in that it established specific standards for the more systematic operation of convergence education in university liberal arts curricula. In particular, it is meaningful as it provides guidelines that can be applied to the design and operation of liberal arts education by developing specific standards for both intra- and inter-disciplinary convergence. It is believed that this can contribute to cultivating convergent thinking in liberal arts education and offer practical assistance in designing curricula that integrate various academic perspectives. Furthermore, it is expected that such an approach will enhance the consistency of curriculum operation by specifically proposing ways to promote convergent thinking throughout processes such as goal setting, content organization, teaching methods, and evaluation.
Innovation Plan of Liberal Arts Education for the Cultivation of Future Convergence Talent
Authors: Ahn Mi Young
Published: November 2024

In this article, we looked at what changes liberal arts education should seek to cultivate future convergent talents. If major education performs the function of problem-solving, liberal arts education should be able to diagnose problems in our lives and cultivate basic academic and academic skills that are the basis for problem-solving. In order to cultivate future convergent talents, liberal arts education at universities should seek the following changes.
First, a convergence liberal arts curriculum should be designed. It is necessary to design and operate a thematic convergence curriculum that fits the goals of each university by utilizing the various infrastructure of the liberal arts curriculum.
Second, it is necessary to seek changes in the operation of liberal arts subjects through the identity of liberal arts education. Liberal arts and liberal arts education are about cultivating both knowledge and practice. Based on the performance of liberal arts education, changes should be made to the instructors in charge of liberal arts education, teaching and learning, educational evaluation, lecture size, and lecture evaluation.
Third, support from the Ministry of Education is needed. Liberal arts education consists of common basic studies with liberal arts ranging from humanities, society and nature. If students are compared to one tree, support for liberal arts (basic studies), which are the basis of student growth, is needed in the entire structure of ‘root-culture’, ‘flower-major’, and ‘fruit-self-achievement’ (employment, etc.).
Universities must bridge the gap between knowing and living. In order for universities to perform the function of fostering future convergent talents, majors and liberal arts must coexist. It is important to solve a problem, but you must be able to diagnose the problem beforehand, and the foundation for solving the problem must be solid. Liberal arts education should design a convergence curriculum to cultivate future convergent talents and operate the curriculum in accordance with the identity of liberal arts education. In order to successfully carry this out, the support of the Ministry of Education is urgently needed.
NOTAS PARA UNA CONSTRUCCIÓN DOGMÁTICA DE LAS RELACIONES INTERADMINISTRATIVAS
Authors: Parejo Alfonso Luciano
Published: November 2024

SUMARIO: I. LA NECESIDAD DE UNA DOGMÁTICA DE LAS RELACIONES ENTRE LOS PODERES PÚBLICOS Y, EN PARTICULAR, LAS ADMINISTRACIONES. II. EL SIGNIFICADO CONSTITUCIONAL DE LOS TRES INSTITUTOS BÁSICOS DE LAS RELACIONES INTERADMINISTRATIVAS. 1. La dificultad de la interpretación constitucional; la colaboración, la cooperación y la coordinación como institutos del Derecho de la organización con la doble condición de principios y deberes. 2. La colaboración, la cooperación y la coordinación como principios. 3. La colaboración, la cooperación y la coordinación en cuanto deberes. 4. Los consecuentes presupuestos del sistema de relaciones interadministartivas. III. LAS PIEZAS DEL SISTEMA. 1. Las relaciones de convivencia: el reino de la mera colaboración y el código de fondo de las relaciones interadministrativas. 2. Las relaciones de articulación para la actuación en asuntos de interés común: la cooperación. 2.1. Diferenciación de la cooperación, en especial respecto de la coordinación. IV. El LÍMITE DE LA COOPERACIÓN COMO FRONTERA DESDE LA QUE SE EXTIENDE EL CAMPO PROPIO DE LA COORDINACIÓN. V. ALGUNAS CONSIDERACIONES FINALES SOBRE EL ESTADO ACTUAL DE LAS TÉCNICAS DE COOPERACIÓN.
LOS ENTES LOCALES EN EL ESTADO DE LAS AUTONOMÍAS
Authors: Font i Llovet Tomàs
Published: November 2024

SUMARIO: I. EL GOBIERNO LOCAL EN LA REFORMA DEL SISTEMA DE LAS AUTONOMÍAS TERRITORIALES 1. El contexto general de las reformas 2. La reforma de la legislación básica: la perspectiva del Libro Blanco sobre la Reforma del Gobierno Local II. LOS ASPECTOS INSTITUCIONALES DEL GOBIERNO LOCAL EN LA REFORMA DE LOS ESTATUTOS DE AUTONOMÍA 1. El municipio como elemento del sistema institucional de la Comunidad Autónoma 2. Garantía de la autonomía municipal 3. Principios de subsidiariedad, diferenciación y autonomía y suficiencia financieras 4. Las competencias municipales 5. La potestad normativa de los municipios 6. La organización y actuación de los municipios. El sistema electoral local 7. Relaciones entre la Administración de la Comunidad Autónoma y la Administración local 8. El Consejo de Municipios 9. La defensa de la autonomía local 10. Relación con las instituciones de supervisión y control de la Comunidad Autónoma III. LAS COMPETENCIAS DE LAS COMUNIDADES AUTÓNOMAS EN MATERIA DE GOBIERNO Y ADMINISTRACIÓN LOCAL IV. LAS PRIMERAS REFORMAS DE LOS ESTATUTOS Y EL GOBIERNO LOCAL: DE NUEVO SOBRE LAS GRANDES CUESTIONES 1. El gobierno local como materia estatuaria 2. Las opciones de organización territorial 3. Las competencias de las Comunidades Autónomas en materia de régimen local
THE RESONANCE APPROACH FOR THE PROCESS OF THE PHOTO-TRIDENT IN THE FIELD OF A LINEARLY POLARIZED ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVE
Authors: Voroshylo O.I. , Nedoreshta V.M.
Published: November 2024

The process of the creation of an electron-positron pair at the scattering of a polarized high-energy photon (photo-trident) in the field of a monochromatic linearly polarized electromagnetic wave was investigated in the framework of the resonance approximation. This approximation allows to neglect the interference of amplitudes, i.e.
resonance for each amplitude occurs in different kinematic regions. Despite these simplifications the expression for the probability for the investigated process, which has a second order in the fine structure constant, is sufficiently cumbersome. That is a consequence of the polarization properties of the intermediate state. And only for the case of linear polarization of the wave and an unpolarized initial photon, the probability of a photo-trident is factorized into the product of the probabilities of the first-order subprocesses into which the sequence of the studied process is divided.
STUDY OF OCTUPOLE DEFORMATION OF NUCLEI IN CHAIN OF ISOTONS IN THE REGION OF ACTINIDES IN THE MEAN FIELD APPROXIMATION
Authors: Tarasov V.N. , Kuprikov V.I. , Tarasov D.V.
Published: November 2024

Calculations of the properties of even-even isotones N = 134 of nuclei with Z = 86–96 were carried out in the Hartree-Fock-Bogolyubov approximation, taking into account the axial symmetry of nuclei with forces Skyrme (SkM*, SLy4). Pairing of nucleons in nuclei is described by zero-range pairing forces of mixed type with different sets of pairing force constants. In the calculations we used constrained conditions on the parameters of the quadrupole and octupole deformations of the nuclei. It is shown that for the considered chain of isotones the octupole deformation of nuclei strongly depends on the choice of parameters of the nucleon pairing force and weakly depends on the type of parameterization of the Skyrme forces used in this study.
BANKRUPTCY RISK AND SHARE PRICES: A CASE STUDY ON ENERGY COMPANIES IN KUWAIT
Authors: AlAli Musaed S. , AlAskar Ibraheem T. , AlForaih Eman O.
Published: November 2024

This study aims to investigate how investors' perceptions of risk impact the stock prices of energy companies listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange (KSE) from 2016 to 2023. Investors' belief in the future financial stability of the companies they invest in influences their risk perception. Therefore, if investors hold pessimistic views, they will decrease their investment in these companies, causing share prices to drop, and vice versa. The Zmijewski x-score model is utilized in this study as a measure of risk to assess the financial stability of Kuwaiti energy companies and its impact on their stock prices. The study employs ordinary least square regression (OLS) to analyze the correlation between the x-score and share prices. Results from this research indicated that there was no statistically significant relation between Zmijewski's x-score and stock price and that investors look at other factors when choosing their investments. This is evident because the company with the greatest bankruptcy risk in the following two years also had the second-highest share price.

 

JEL: G1, G4, M21

 

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE STUDENTS' PERCEPTIONS ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF SOFT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT THROUGH EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES IN VIETNAM
Authors: Lu Buu Phuc Hau , Chau Thuy Vy , Pham Thi Ngoc Anh , Huynh Huong
Published: November 2024

In this day and age, extracurricular activities play an important role in the full development of university students by enhancing their soft skills, which are basically for their occupations and social calendar. In the face of significant benefits, numerous students face obstacles in meeting the demands of the job market due to a lack of soft skills. More than 83% of students are unable to accomplish job requirements due to skills deficiency, according to statistics from the Vietnam Institute of Educational Research. This paper reports the findings from an investigation into students’ perceptions of the necessity and development of soft skills through extracurricular activities, particularly focusing on Youth Union activities by conducting a questionnaire survey of foreign language students. The findings show that foreign language students are fully aware of the essential soft skills. The findings also point out why they choose to participate in extracurricular activities to develop these skills.

 

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FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT PRACTICE AND ITS CHALLENGES ON TRAINEE’S LEARNING, MOTIVATION AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT BONGA COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, ETHIOPIA
Authors: Gebreyes Mulugeta Teshome , Abajemal Sisay Abdela
Published: November 2024

This research investigates formative assessment practices and their challenges regarding trainees’ learning, motivation, and academic achievement at Bonga College of Education. A descriptive survey design using the census method was employed for the study. The research utilized a mixed-methods design, specifically an embedded mixed-method approach. The survey method included a questionnaire and an attitude rating scale for quantitative data collection, while qualitative data were gathered from semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and document analysis to complement the quantitative findings. Respondent characteristics were analyzed using frequency and percentage analysis, while data from the questionnaires and motivation rating scale underwent correlation, regression, and chi-square testing. The data collected through document review and interviews were carefully recorded, transcribed, and thoroughly analyzed. The results revealed that formative assessment practices across various fields of study at Bonga College of Education were inadequate, with significant gaps identified. Findings indicated that, for most teachers, formative assessment primarily referred to coursework assigned during the teaching and learning process and was closely associated with scored marks. Additionally, the research identified common challenges faced by teachers in implementing formative assessment across different fields of study within the college. Furthermore, the study showed a positive and significant correlation between instructors’ formative assessment practices and students’ motivation to learn. It also found that teachers’ formative assessment practices positively correlated with students’ academic achievements. Based on these findings, several recommendations were made.
 

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EXPERIENCES OF FILIPINO TEACHERS IN THE GULF COOPERATION COUNCIL (GCC) COUNTRIES’ HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS
Authors: Gilbang Cherubim S. , Manila Zarah Jane P. , Quiachon Laura L. , Roble Alex Nino L. , Sablas Cruza D. , Fernandez Edroslyn J.
Published: November 2024

This study explores the experiences of Filipino teachers working in higher education institutions within Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, focusing on the challenges they encounter and the teaching strategies they apply. In-depth interviews were done by researchers using qualitative methodologies. Criterion sampling is used to choose the participants for this study. The criteria are as follows: teachers should be teaching in a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country; (2) they should have rendered at least 9-11 years of teaching experience to capture a wide range of perspectives in higher educational institutions in the GCC countries; and (3) Participants should be from the undergraduate programme. The researchers interviewed five participants from higher education institutions in one of the GCC countries for IDI, all of whom fell within Creswell's recommended ranges. The collected data was subjected to a thematic analysis while ethical guidelines were followed. The study results highlight that Filipino teachers in GCC higher education institutions face challenges and opportunities in adapting to the teaching and learning process. This includes the utilization of the spoon-feeding method, the direct teaching approach, and the application of the Socratic method. Teachers also reported dealing with minimal student engagement, having difficulty managing students, being passive students, having poor attendance, and having a language barrier. The study underscores the importance of tailored support systems to enhance the integration and effectiveness of foreign educators in GCC higher education. These insights contribute to a deeper understanding of the global mobility of educators and the evolving landscape of higher education in the GCC region.
 

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POLICY OF COMMON COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT IN TAIWAN’S HIGHER EDUCATION AND ITS APPLICATION IN UNIVERSITY AFFAIRS DATA
Authors: Ji Deng-Yuan
Published: November 2024

This study focus on the competency assessments conducted through the University Career and Competency Assessment Network (UCAN), a platform widely utilized in Taiwan’s higher education system. Using a private university in Taiwan as a case study, the research tracked cohorts of students who enrolled between the 2018 and 2021 academic years. UCAN assessments were administered as pre-tests during the students’ first year and post-tests in their third year to measure changes in their common competencies. Institutional data obtained from these assessments were analyzed using one-way ANCOVA and independent sample t-tests to explore the impact of the Higher Education Sprout Project, which emphasizes innovative teaching, on students' competency development. The results from the longitudinal analysis reveal significant improvements in all eight core competencies, with the most notable self-efficacy gains observed in communication, problem-solving, and information technology skills.

 

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WAHRNEHMUNG DER STUDIERENDEN HINSICHTLICH DER NUTZUNG DIGITALER TOOLS DURCH LEHRKRÄFTE IM DAF-UNTERRICHT
Authors: Macanović Petra , Müller Mirela , Ugrina Silvija
Published: November 2024

Die Auseinandersetzung mit dem Thema Mediennutzung im Deutsch-als-Fremdsprachenunterricht ist das Ergebnis eines parallelen Studiums der Pädagogik und der Germanistik. Diese Arbeit vereint die in diesen beiden Studienbereichen gewonnenen Erkenntnisse und bietet eine interdisziplinäre Perspektive auf das Thema Medien. Ziel der Forschung war es, die Einstellungen von Germanistik StudentInnen auf der Bachelor- und Masterebene an der Philosophischen Fakultät in Split zu erfassen. Insgesamt nahmen N=48 Befragte an der Studie teil. Die zuvor genannten Einstellungen stehen in engem Zusammenhang mit den Medien und deren vielfältiger Nutzung. Es wurde festgestellt, dass die StudentInnen der Meinung sind, keine ausreichendenen Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten in diesem Bereich zu haben. Der Unterricht, den sie erleben, stellt oft ein schlechtes Beispiel dar, bei dem die Lehrkräfte die Medien nicht ausreichend beherrschen. 

The discussion of the topic of media use in German as a foreign language teaching is the result of a parallel study of pedagogy and the German language. This work combines the knowledge gained in these two fields of study and offers an interdisciplinary perspective on the topic of media. The research aimed to record the attitudes of German studies students at the bachelor's and master's levels at the Faculty of Philosophy in Split. A total of N=48 respondents took part in the study. The attitudes mentioned above are closely related to the media and their diverse use. Findings indicate that students feel they lack sufficient training opportunities in this area. The lessons they experience are often poor examples, with teachers demonstrating insufficient familiarity with media. 

 

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THE IMPACT OF MOTIVATION ON THE PERFORMANCE AND JOB SATISFACTION OF YOUNG EMPLOYEES WORKING AT THE SIERRA LEONE YOUTH COMMISSION
Authors: Kamara Osman G. , Kamara Ruth Y.
Published: November 2024

This study investigates the impact of motivation on performance and job satisfaction among young employees at the Sierra Leone Youth Commission. One of the objectives this study seeks to address is to identify the various motivational factors that influence the job performance and satisfaction of young employees in the Sierra Leone Youth Commission. This research aimed to explore the relationship between motivation, performance, and job satisfaction among the staff. Therefore, the study utilized both primary and secondary sources of data as well as qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis. Analysis of the data using SPSS revealed that motivation plays a pivotal role in driving exceptional performance among the respondents. Key factors influencing motivation include remuneration, personal growth, and work-life balance. The findings suggest that the staff at the Youth Commission are highly motivated, resulting in outstanding performance. Employees are indeed a crucial component of business development and success. Based on this, the study recommends that employee motivation can be achieved through empowerment, which involves providing autonomy, recognizing individual contributions, and fostering a positive work environment. In addition, the study suggests that regular feedback, opportunities for growth and development, and competitive compensation packages can also enhance employee motivation and productivity.
 

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EXPLORING TRANSLATION PROCESSES: THE ROLE OF TEXT TYPE, TRANSLATOR COMPETENCE, AND CULTURAL DIFFERENCES IN TRANSLATION STRATEGY SELECTION
Authors: Yuemeng Xu
Published: November 2024

This study investigates the factors that influence the selection of translation strategies during the translation process. By implementing a think-aloud protocol and conducting interviews with university students varying in translation experience, the author examines the role of text type, translator competence, and cultural differences in translation strategy selection. The results indicate that text type significantly impacts strategy choice, with expressive texts tending towards free translation and informative texts favoring a more literal approach. Additionally, translator competence, particularly experience and knowledge, was found to play a crucial role in the adoption of appropriate translation strategies. Finally, cultural factors, including culture-specific elements and the balance between source and target cultures, were also identified as significant influences on translation strategy selection. Overall, this study sheds light on the complex interplay of factors that guide translators in their decision-making processes.
 

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THE MEDIATING ROLE OF MARKETING CAPABILITY AND INNOVATION CAPABILITY IN THE LINK BETWEEN STRATEGIC ORIENTATION DIMENSIONS AND BUSINESS PERFORMANCE(IN THE CASE OF SELECTED MANUFACTURING COMPANIES OPERATING IN ETHIOPIA)
Authors: Imiru Getie Andualem
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study is to determine the mediating role of Marketing and Innovation Capabilities in the link between Strategic Orientation dimensions and Business Performance. 385 questionnaires were distributed to CEOS, marketing managers & marketing experts, and brand managers, production managers, finance managers, IT specialists, research & development managers of 20 manufacturing firms and only 300 questionnaires were used for final analysis. After confirming that the CFA measurement models fulfill the GOF statistics, the discriminant validity analysis results show that the AVE values exceeded their respective square inter-construct correlations in several cases. Following Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) to investigate the underlying theoretical structure of the phenomenon and Confirmatory Factors Analysis (CFA) measurement models that meet the Goodness-of-Fit (GoF) statistics, the discriminant validity analysis results show that the AVE values are more significant than their respective square inter-construct correlations in several cases. The reliability test for all seven constructs is above 0.7, which satisfies the recommended threshold in the literature. The statistical software utilized for data analysis in this study was PROCESS Macro 3.4.1 and SPSS 25. The study's findings revealed that all four dimensions of strategic orientation and marketing and innovation capabilities had a favorable and significant impact on business performance. Both marketing and innovation capabilities have mediated the relationship between strategic orientation components (MO, EO, TO, and KO) and business performance. This study concludes that focusing solely on strategic components is insufficient and that integrated organizational processes are required to attain truly outstanding business performance. The study discovered that greater marketing and innovation capabilities enhance business performance (both financial and marketing). As a result, manufacturing businesses should examine each component of strategic orientation independently - market, entrepreneurial, technological, and knowledge orientations - while assessing fundamental abilities, which include marketing and innovation capabilities.

 

JEL: M31, O31, O32, O36, L25,  L26, L60

 

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EXPRESSION OF VITAMIN D3 RECEPTOR IN TUMOR TISSUE AND RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CLINICAL FEATURES, PROGNOSTIC INDICATORS AND EXPRESSION OF VITAMIN D3 RECEPTOR IN HODGKIN LYMPHOMA
Authors: Baraz Lale Saka , Miskioğlu Mine , İşisağ Aydın , Mavili Seda , Aydoğdu İsmet , Hekimsoy Zeliha
Published: November 2024

Background and objectives: In our study, we aimed to investigate the expression of vitamin D receptor and the relationship between clinical features, prognostic indicators, and expression of vitamin D receptor in Hodgkin lymphoma. Materials and Methods: Pathology records and medical files of patients with Hodgkin lymphoma were evaluated. Forty-two tissue samples were analyzed retrospectively. Vitamin D receptor staining was performed with immunohistochemistry. The patients were divided into low, medium, and intense staining subgroups. The demographic data, clinical and biochemical values of patients were reviewed retrospectively, and the relationship between clinical features, prognostic indicators, and vitamin D receptor expressions were examined. Results: VDR staining was positive in Reed-Sternberg cells of all Hodgkin lymphoma patients. The cases were divided into three groups according to VDR staining intensity as low, medium and intense staining and compared with known clinical prognostic parameters. Only the presence of symptom B was statistically significantly different. Gender, bone marrow involvement, extralymphatic involvement, mediastinal mass, bulky mass, mean leukocyte count, and treatment response were associated with vitamin D receptor staining intensity, but they were statistically insignificant. Conclusion: Our study is the second study showing VDR in tumor Hodgkin lymphoma tumor tissues and is meant to be the first to evaluate its association with clinical and biochemical prognostic laboratory tests. Vitamin D receptor staining in all Hodgkin lymphoma patients led to the conclusion that VDR can be used in the histopathological differential diagnosis of HL. More studies are needed to assess and demonstrate the relationship between prognostic and diagnostic indicators and vitamin D receptor intensity of immunohistochemically detected VDR in tumor tissues of Hodgkin lymphoma. Also, further studies with serum vitamin D levels and other histologic subtypes can provide more reliable results.

 

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FUZZY LOGIC-BASED POWER MANAGEMENT IN GRID-CONNECTED SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEMS
Authors: Ali Hani Saed Faraj , Ali Magdi Saad Farag
Published: November 2024

With the ever-increasing application of photovoltaic systems on the power grid, energy flow management and grid stability have become a key factor, especially under varying conditions like variable cloud cover and fluctuating load demands. The paper looks forward to proposing a fuzzy logic approach to the management of energy regarding a solar energy system connected to a grid, aiming at obtaining an optimised power distribution among PV generation, the grid, and battery storage. The proposed system will be driven by five input parameters, PV value, grid availability, load demand, battery state of charge, and tariff rate, to regulate the energy flow activity within different scenarios. The simulation results developed in the MATLAB Simulink environment proved the effectiveness of the applied controller in maintaining energy stability and fulfilling the requirements of a load within seven case studies for a 24-hour duration. The work points out the potential of fuzzy logic, besides reliability, in enhancing the efficiency of various renewable energy systems integrated with conventional energy supply grids.
 

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Muhasebe Programından Mezun Olanların Muhasebe Mesleğine Devam Etmelerini Engelleyen Nedenler Üzerine Bir Araştırma
Authors: Demir Esra , Apalı Ali
Published: November 2024

Muhasebenin, ticaretin doğuşuyla oluşan düzensizliği gidermek amacıyla ortaya çıktığı bilinmektedir. İnsanlık için gerekli olan bu sistemin öğretilmesinde yükseköğrenime büyük pay düşmektedir. Bireylere mesleki bilgi ve becerilerin okullarda öğretilmesi ve iş dünyasına tam donanımlı bir şekilde hazırlanması, onların işlerinde verimlilik, takdir, mutluluk ve dolayısıyla süreklilik sağlamaktadır. Mesleğin seçim aşaması, eğitimi, çalışma koşulları ve iş-yaşam dengesi göz önüne alındığında, bireylerin bu mesleği neden devam ettirmedikleri sorusu bu araştırmanın konusunu oluşturmuştur.
Araştırma muhasebe mezunlarının muhasebe mesleğine devam etmelerini engelleyen nedenleri Balıkesir ili evreni üzerinden incelemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Araştırmanın yöntemi nitel araştırma tekniğidir. Yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu kullanılarak 21 muhasebe mezununun katılımıyla gerçekleşen derinlemesine görüşmeler sonucunda elde edilen veriler analiz edilmiştir.
Araştırma sonucunda muhasebe mezunlarının gelir, iş başvurularında deneyimli eleman istenmesi, aile, iş bulamama ve çalışma isteğinin kalmaması gibi nedenlerle mesleğe devam etmedikleri tespit edilmiştir.
Estimation of Undrained Shear Strength of Soil from CPTu Data
Authors:   Department of Geotechnical Engineering, University of Pretoria, South Africa., Abimaje Faith O.
Published: November 2024

The estimation of undrained shear strength ( ) from Cone Penetration Test with pore pressure measurement (CPTu) for two sites was investigated in this research. The CPTu cone parameters: net cone resistance ( ), excess pore pressure ( ) and effective cone resistance ( ) were used to estimate the for the two sites and the values obtained were compared with the undrained shear strength in triaxial compression ( calculated from Anisotropically Consolidated Undrained Compression (CAUC) triaxial test results. For the clayey silt site, the undrained shear strength from the CAUC tests are higher compared to the values obtained from the CPTu, and the highest correlation was obtained from the effective cone resistance parameter . For the quick clay test site, the value and were relatively the same and showed stronger correlation as compared to the clayey silt site. The measured from the cone parameter had the highest correlation. It was concluded that and yields good correlation with the CAUC results for the clayey silt and quick clay test sites respectively as compared to the other con parameters.
Detection of Cyber-Physical Attacks in Additive Manufacturing: An LSTM-Based Autoencoder Method Utilizing Reconstruction Error Analysis from Side-Channel Monitoring
Authors:   Associate Professor CSE Dept Maharaja Agrasen Institute Of Technology, Khanna Dr. Ashish
Published: November 2024

To identify cyber-physical threats in additive manufacturing systems, this study proposes an advanced technique utilizing data from side-channel monitoring. The method combines several key approaches for preprocessing, analyzing, and classifying time-series data, ensuring robust attack detection capabilities. A predefined Window Sliding (FWS) preprocessing method segments continuous time-series data into manageable windows of specified size, making analysis more efficient. Next, we employ Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) to extract features from each window, capturing essential information across various frequency bands. Particle Swarm Optimization (PSO) is then used to refine the DWT coefficients, isolating the most valuable features to enhance classification performance by focusing on the most informative characteristics. The optimal feature set is used to train a deep learning (DL) model capable of identifying anomalies through reconstruction errors, specifically an LSTM-A autoencoder. Our results demonstrate that this approach can distinguish between normal and attack scenarios with an accuracy rate of 99% when applied to side-channel attack detection in additive manufacturing. This method provides a scalable and adaptable solution to safeguard cyber-physical systems against sophisticated cyberattacks while improving detection accuracy.
Multilevel Environmental Governance in Indonesia: Analysis of Implementation Pathways and Institutional Dynamics
Authors:   Universitas Hang Tuah, Jalan Arif Rahman No. 150, Surabaya, Indonesia, Pranyoto Pranyoto , Ekowanti Mas Roro Lilik ,   Universitas Hang Tuah, Jalan Arif Rahman No. 150, Surabaya, Indonesia, Soenyono Soenyono ,   Universitas Hang Tuah, Jalan Arif Rahman No. 150, Surabaya, Indonesia, Suhardono Edi ,   Universitas Hang Tuah, Jalan Arif Rahman No. 150, Surabaya, Indonesia
Published: November 2024

This study examines Indonesia's environmental governance framework, focusing on the complex interplay between global environmental imperatives and local implementation challenges. Through a qualitative analytical approach utilizing comprehensive secondary data, the research investigates how Indonesia navigates environmental governance while balancing economic development priorities. The study analyzes the integration of traditional ecological knowledge with modern environmental management approaches and examines the effectiveness of adaptive governance mechanisms in addressing diverse environmental challenges. The findings reveal that Indonesia's multilevel governance system, while facing coordination challenges, demonstrates significant potential in developing comprehensive environmental frameworks. The research highlights the critical role of institutional capacity building and stakeholder engagement in environmental governance, particularly in balancing economic development with environmental protection. The study also identifies key challenges in implementing environmental policies across Indonesia's diverse archipelagic territory, including intergovernmental coordination issues and resource allocation barriers. Furthermore, the research emphasizes the importance of context-specific approaches in environmental governance, particularly in integrating traditional knowledge systems with modern environmental management practices. This study contributes to the broader understanding of environmental governance in developing nations and provides valuable insights for policymakers seeking to enhance environmental governance effectiveness while maintaining sustainable development objectives.
Psychological Resilience and Athletic Performance among Injured Athletes in a University in Henan, China
Authors:   Graduate School, Emilio Aguinaldo College, Paco, Manila, Philippines, Zhiyong Wang
Published: November 2024

This study assessed the extent to which student athletes employed psychological resilience during injury recovery and examined its impact on athletic performance. The findings indicate that psychological resilience was perceived by respondents to be applied to a very high extent, particularly in the areas of social support and psychological well-being. Respondents rated social support as the most essential factor, followed by psychological well-being, coping strategies, personality traits, and return-to-sport decision-making. Athletic performance was generally rated at a very high level, especially in terms of return-to-play readiness and physical recovery. Statistical analysis revealed that while psychological resilience in coping strategies, social support, and personality traits showed no significant correlation with athletic performance, psychological well-being and return-to-sport decision-making were positively correlated with improved physical recovery, functional movement, and readiness to return to sport. These results highlight the importance of psychological well-being in supporting athletic recovery, suggesting that resilience-building strategies focused on well-being can positively influence performance outcomes in injured athletes.