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A VISÃO DE FUTURO POR MEIO DE CENÁRIOS PROSPECTIVOS: UMA FERRAMENTA PARA A ANTECIPAÇÃO DA INOVAÇÃO DISRUPTIVA
Authors: Da Silva Souza Ivan Domicio , Passarini Takahashi Vania
Published: July 2018

Os eventos futuros são desconhecidos, inesperados e, mesmo que cálculos de previsão possam oferecer algumas estimativas; não há como prever o comportamento de eventos sem precedentes. Logo, olhar para o futuro e traçar uma estratégia não é uma atividade simples. Todo esse processo é ainda mais moroso em um período de incertezas, mudanças e crises mundiais. Contudo o método conhecido como Planejamento de Cenários pode contribuir para a formulação de estratégias em ambientes turbulentos. Neste trabalho, revisam-se e consolidam-se as teorias e os relatos descritos na literatura, a fim de elucidar o uso do método de cenários prospectivos como uma ferramenta para a antecipação da inovação disruptiva. Para tanto, apresentam-se e discutem-se algumas considerações sobre a origem dos cenários, a relação entre cenários e estratégia, as tipologias de cenários, as ferramentas utilizadas na construção de cenários, os métodos tradicionais para a elaboração de cenários e as vantagens e desvantagens deste método. De fato, o planejamento de cenários é um método flexível, instigante e que permite identificar oportunidades para a inovação, de modo a propiciar um planejamento estratégico e uma visão de futuro resilientes a ambientes ameaçadores.
O NEGÓCIO DAS ARENAS: PROFISSIONALISMO ESPORTIVO, CULTURA E ENTRETENIMENTO
DOI:10.7444/fsrj.v4i2.115
Authors: Camargo Gonçalves da Motta José Rubens
Published: July 2018

Não importa quão detalhadamente seja elaborado qualquer estudo, o ponto é que, se não for aplicável, de pouco serviu todo o esforço consumido. Nesse sentido, a proposta é analisar com este Plano de Negócios de Arenas Multiúso a viabilidade mercadológica e financeira do seu conceito. No aspecto da atratividade do negócio, demonstra-se, com três indicadores, que realmente se trata de um projeto com retorno satisfatório e maior do aquele que se obtém com investimentos mais conservadores. Ademais, as análises foram embasadas por referencial teórico aplicado que teve sua importância na definição e validação do modelo proposto de arena multiúso. Segundo Blake (1985, Image, Leisure Management, pp. 14-15) “centros esportivos, teatros, galerias de arte, bibliotecas, museus são meras instalações que contêm produtos tangíveis e intangíveis que não possuem nenhum valor, exceto o que os clientes atribuem”. Esta é, de fato, a melhor forma de representar o que se pretende evidenciar com este trabalho.
O AUMENTO NO ACESSO À INTERNET POR JOVENS DA BASE DA PIRÂMIDE NO BRASIL E SUAS PARTICULARIDADES
Authors: Freitas Ian , De Carvalho Daniel Estima
Published: July 2018

Este artigo analisa as singularidades de comportamento de usuários de internet no Brasil, como o alto engajamento em redes sociais, liderança na penetração mundial da categoria de blogs, entre outros fenômenos. Analisa, também, como a entrada de consumidores jovens das classes sociais da base da pirâmide amplifica este processo e altera fundamentalmente os canais de acesso online, origem, descoberta, relevância e produção de conteúdo e como essas mudanças alteram a relevância de categorias e serviços online no Brasil.
O Impacto das Mídias Sociais Digitais na Comunicação Organizacional das Empresas
Authors: Romano Fernanda Martins , Chimenti Paula , Rodrigues Marco Aurelio de Souza , Hupsel Vaz Luiz Felipe , Nogueira Roberto
Published: July 2018

O presente estudo investiga os impactos na Estratégia e nos processos de Comunicação Organizacional das empresas brasileiras provocados pela adoção das chamadas Mídias Sociais Digitais. Para esse estudo exploratório foram entrevistados executivos de Comunicação Organizacional de empresas de grande porte de diversos setores. As onze entrevistas em profundidade tiveram como base um roteiro semi-estruturado e foram processadas por meio da Análise de Conteúdo, com a identificação de categorias, por meio do software NVIVO. Os resultados revelaram a incipiente adoção das Mídias Sociais Digitais na Estratégia de Comunicação Organizacional. Ela se mostra como um processo em evolução e que representa um desafio para as organizações. Como fatores inibidores da adoção foram citados o desconhecimento sobre a dinâmica das plataformas, a ausência de benchmarks e a carência de profissionais especializados. Embora declarem que as Mídias Sociais Digitais são um fenômeno irreversível, os executivos receiam à potencial amplificação de crises de Comunicação decorrentes de possíveis “erros” cometidos na Web.
An Overview on the Studies of Organizational Culture in Journals Indexed in the Business Administration Area (2008-2013)
Authors: Vizzoto Andrieli Diniz , Pereira Breno Augusto Diniz , Campanher Marina Ferraz , Ravanello Felipe da Silva
Published: July 2018

The literature, especially in the areas of Administration, Psychology and Sociology, has paid attention to the values as guides of human and organizational behavior in private and public companies. This study has aimed to present how the organizational culture has been studied through a review of scientific journals that have published articles on the subject, comprising the years from 2008 to 2013 and making a comparison between the reality of Brazilian and international publications. Seeking to provide some perspective on the current scenario in the theme, this work is characterized as a bibliometric study. A research for some specific words was conducted. The Brazilian and international articles found were analyzed separately to keep the keywords as chosen by the authors, not losing anything for translations and also as a way to compare Brazilian publications with international ones. Some authors notice the need for studies comprising the understanding of how organizational culture is perceived by the literature and how are being held the studies in this area. Through some studies, it becomes apparent that there is still room to develop further research to understand the publications in the area of organizational culture. 522 articles were found in international databases and 31 in Brazilian journals that were in accordance with the limits of this research. The study shows some differences between Brazilian and international publishings and how there is still room for more studies linking organizational culture and other subjects in the field of Administration.
Avaliação de Competências em uma Instituição Hospitalar: A Visão de Avaliados e Avaliadores
Authors: Jorge Fabiana Camila , Galleli Bárbara , Bittencourt João Paulo
Published: July 2018

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar a visão de avaliados e avaliadores a respeito do processo de avaliação de desempenho baseado em competências, de uma instituição hospitalar. A pesquisa possui natureza predominantemente qualitativa, cuja estratégia deu-se pelo estudo de caso. Os procedimentos utilizados para coleta de dados foram: análise documental, questionários e entrevistas semiestruturadas. Para a análise das respostas obtidas no questionário, foi utilizado o tratamento estatístico descritivo dos dados. As entrevistas, por sua vez, foram interpretadas por meio da análise de discurso. Ambas as análises confluíram na triangulação de métodos de pesquisa. Foram evidenciados pontos fortes e oportunidades de melhoria nos processos de avaliação de desempenho executados pela organização. Além disso, discutiu-se o entendimento comum por parte dos usuários sobre seus significados e sobre a sua capacidade de aprimorar práticas atuais e que existem benefícios confiáveis e válidos na aplicação deste tipo de ferramenta. Destacou-se ainda a relevância da possibilidade de revisitar os processos de avaliação de forma a serem mais efetivos e condizentes com as expectativas organizacionais e individuais. Pretendeu-se com esta pesquisa contribuir para a afirmação da necessária aproximação da academia com a realidade de gestão, facilitando a conversação e refletindo benefícios para ambas.
Comportamento do Usuário em Relação ao Descarte e Reciclagem de Aparelhos Celulares no Estado de São Paulo
Authors: Koga Guilherme Akio , Maccari Emerson Antonio , Kniess Claudia Terezinha , Ruiz Mauro Silva
Published: July 2018

Com a privatização do Sistema Telebras em 1998 e com o desenvolvimento constante de novas tecnologias, os aparelhos celulares tornaram-se uma febre de consumo no Brasil, atingindo a importante marca de 100% de densidade em 2010, ou seja, mais de 190 milhões de aparelhos em utilização no mercado nacional. Porém, cabe questionar qual o destino dado para esses aparelhos ao final de sua vida útil. Nesse contexto, o objetivo principal deste trabalho é não só avaliar o comportamento do usuário do estado de São Paulo em relação ao descarte e à reciclagem de aparelhos celulares, como também contribuir para a melhoria do cenário atual. Para isso, foi feito um diagnóstico sobre algumas das práticas de logística reversa pós-consumo já existentes no mercado de telefonia móvel no Brasil, além da realização de uma pesquisa exploratória quantitativa (survey) com foco nos respondentes do estado de São Paulo para identificar seu comportamento quanto à reciclagem de aparelhos celulares e para avaliar os fatores que influenciam no descarte e na reciclagem. Nos resultados da pesquisa, evidenciou-se que, apesar de 60% dos respondentes terem ciência de que um aparelho celular pode ser reciclado, apenas 7% já reciclaram seu celular antigo. Por fim, no trabalho, buscou-se contribuir com a sugestão de ações para o mercado de telefonia celular a fim de aumentar a reciclagem de aparelhos no pós-consumo.
Sucesso de Sistemas de Informações na Administração Pública: Proposta de Um Modelo Exploratório
Authors: Oliveira Deyvison de Lima , Ferreira Elíbia Paola da Silva , Carneiro Alexandre de Freitas , Costa Robinson Francino da , Porto Wellington Silva
Published: July 2018

Os investimentos em Sistemas de Informação (SI) estão aumentando cada vez mais, e consequentemente, persiste a relevância dos estudos sobre sucesso de SI. Delone e Mclean (2003) elaboraram um modelo de sucesso de SI, e esse modelo é referência para as pesquisas da área, porém, na perspectiva do setor público, ainda são raros os estudos. Nesta pesquisa buscou-se propor um modelo exploratório de sucesso de SI na Administração Pública, a partir da identificação de itens em cada construto do modelo original de Delone e McLean (2003), por meio de estudos de casos múltiplos em três prefeituras e uma câmara municipal do Cone Sul do estado de Rondônia. Com base na pesquisa empírica, constatou-se que os fatores de sucesso de SI na Administração Pública Municipal se aproximam daqueles apontados na literatura revisada, porém, com algumas particularidades do setor público. Um modelo de fatores e itens de sucesso de SI, do confronto entre literatura e os dados empíricos, é apresentado ao final.
O Uso de Simulação Baseada em Agentes no Estudo da Adaptação de Organizações no ambiente Internacional
Authors: Tamura Leonardo Yuji , Figueiredo Júlio César Bastos de
Published: July 2018

O objetivo deste trabalho é aprofundar o entendimento do processo de adaptação de empresas no ambiente internacional. Para isto utilizou-se estudos que encararam a empresa como um sistema adaptativo complexo e utilizaram o modelo NK de Stuart Kauffman. O modelo NK, originalmente concebido na biologia, vem sendo aplicado por acadêmicos em trabalhos de estratégia e organizações desde 1997. Para possibilitar o uso deste modelo para o estudo de empresas multinacionais, o modelo foi estendido para abarcar conceitos específicos de negócios internacionais como, por exemplo, a obtenção de vantagem competitiva em diferentes países a partir da adaptação de caraterísticas internas da empresa ao ambiente local. A metodologia utilizada foi baseada no paradigma da modelagem e simulação baseada em agentes, segundo o qual as empresas foram modeladas como agentes autônomos que, por meio de um processo de adaptação buscam otimizar sua vantagem competitiva. Esta abordagem permite estudar propriedades emergentes do sistema a partir da interação e do comportamento dos agentes. Os resultados das simulações mostraram que a obtenção de vantagem competitiva a partir dos atributos organizacionais da empresa em diversos países possibilita o surgimento de novas formas organizacionais viáveis. Também se observou que uma forma organizacional que não propicia vantagem competitiva ótima em um país específico, ainda pode ser viável num contexto global. Outro resultado obtido foi a emergência da catástrofe da complexidade, que é a degradação da vantagem competitiva em decorrência da adição de restrições conflitantes. Tais restrições conflitantes são resultado da necessidade de otimizar simultaneamente a vantagem competitiva em diversos países de diversas formas diferentes devido à possibilidade de adaptação local.
KAJIAN STRUKTUR TEKS, BENTUK KATA DAN JENIS QĀFIYAH ATAS QASHĪDAH HUWA AN-NŪR KARYA HABIB ALI AL-HABSYI
Authors: Umam Muhammad Asroful , Farhah Eva
Published: July 2018

This research aims to describe the text structure of Qashīdah Huwa an-Nūr based on Badr's structural theory and explain word form of and type of qāfiyah used in this qashīdah based on Masykuri theory. This research used qualitative method with analysis descriptive technique. The results of this research found that the main idea of the text structure of Qashīdah Huwa an-Nūr is 'love of the Rasululllah SAW’. The feature of using figure of speech metaphor and hyperbola is expressed in simple and familiar vocabulary. Based on the research of the word form and types of qafiyah, Qashīdah Huwa an-Nūr has one word form, that is qāfiyah some words. While the word type of qāfiyah is qāfiyah muthlaqah variety. The alphabets of qafiyah are rawiyy, washl, khurūj, and ridf. The Vowels of  qāfiyah are majrā, nafādz and chadwu. The name of qafiyah is a mutadārik. The lack of qāfiyah is not found in this Qashīdah.
Synthesis of New Molecular Imprinted Polymer for Highly Recognition of Cholic Acid
Authors: Hepokur Ceylan , Öztop Hesna Nursevin , Saraydin Dursun
Published: July 2018

In this study, molecular imprinted polymers for highly selective recognition of cholic acid, which is a bile acid, were prepared. Acrylamide, methacrylic acid, methacrylamide were chosen as monomer for the production of molecularly imprinted polymers. Functional monomers were polymerized with various crosslinkers; ethylene glycol dimethacrylate (EGDMA), 1,4-butanediol diacrylate (BUT), trimethylpropane triacrylate (TMT) with target molecule (MIP-EGDMA, MIP-BUT and MIP TMT) and various MIPs were prepared. The cholic acid was removed from MIP with a suitable method. NIP polymers were synthesized without cholic acid (NIPEGDMA, NIP-BUT and NIP-TMT). For the characterization of synthesized polymers FTIR, DSC, TGA, SEM analyses were used. The parameters that affect the adsorption of target species on polymers such as temperature, pH, and concentration were evaluated. The selectivity and reusability studies were also investigated.

It is concluded that MIPs showed better adsorption capacity than NIPs for all solvents for cholic acid. The adsorption sequencing is MIP-TMT > MIP-BUT > MIP EGDMA. The maximum adsorption achieved with ethyl alcohol. The adsorption of cholic acid varies with chancing pH for all produced MIPs and NIPs. It is concluded that the adsorption of cholic acid is not affected by the temperature. The adsorption of cholic acid is followed as L type from Giles adsorption isotherms. The thermodynamic parameters are proved the physical nature of adsorption process. The studies conducted with deoxycholic acid, taurocholic acid that is homolog to cholic acid showed that produced MIPs are highly selective for cholic acid.
The Closest Incomplete Distributed Information System for Medical Query Answering System
Authors: Ignatiuk Katarzyna , Dardzińska Agnieszka
Published: July 2018

The common issue for medical information systems are missing values. Generally, gaps are filled by statistically suggested values or rule-based methods. Another approach is to use the knowledge of information systems working under the same ontology. The medical incomplete system receives a query unable to answer, because of some unknown patient attributes. So, it has to communicate with other medical systems. The result of the collaboration is collective knowledgebase. In this paper, we propose a measure supporting choice of closest pair of systems. It determines the distance between the two systems. We use ERID algorithm to extract rules from incomplete, distributed information systems. Each constructed rule has confidence and support. They allowed to determine the distance between a pair of medical information systems. The proposed solution was verified on the basis of several “manipulated” medical information systems. Next, the solution was verified in systems with randomly selected data. The satisfying results were obtained and based on them, the proposed measure can be successfully used in medical systems to support the work of doctors and the treatment of patients.
Comparison of fatty acids, cholesterol, fat soluble vitamins and carotenoids content of skin and edible tissue of farmed African catfish (Clarias gariepinus, Burchell 1822)
Authors: Merdzhanova Albena , Dobreva Diana A. , Panayotova Veselina
Published: July 2018

African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) is new species for the Bulgarian market. It is a valuable source of biologically active components that play an important role in human diet, but there is lack of information for the quality of its dietary lipids. This study focuses on the assessment of skin and edible tissue lipid quality of farmed African catfish based on lipid content and detailed fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamins, cholesterol and carotenoids composition. Fatty acid composition was determined by gas chromatography with mass spectrometer (GC/MS) after lipid extraction. Vitamins A, D3 and E, beta-carotene, astaxanthin and cholesterol were analyzed simultaneously using high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) with ultraviolet and fluorescence detectors. Lipids, cholesterol, astaxanthin and monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) were significantly higher in skin, whereas vitamin A and E, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) were higher in muscle tissue. Vitamin D3 showed comparable amounts in both tissues. Eicosapentaenoic acid (C20:5n3) and docosahexaenoic acid (C22:6n3) which are important indicators for fish lipids quality presented significantly high amounts. A portion of 100 g filet without skin contains approximately 600 mg. Results confirmed that African catfish meat - with or without the skin, can be valuable and preferable source of biologically active lipids.
Contamination of soil and vegetation at a magnesite mining area in Jelšava-Lubeník (Slovakia)
Authors: Fazekaš Juraj , Fazekašová Danica , Hronec Ondrej , Benková Eva , Boltižiar Martin
Published: July 2018

This paper is focused on the impacts of alkaline and metal deposition on soil and vegetation in the immission field of magnesium factory Jelšava-Lubeník (Slovakia). Soil samples and the foliage of vegetation were obtained from the Jelšava-Lubeník area with specific alkaline pollutants. The examined area is one of the most devastated regions of Slovakia. From the point of view of environmental regionalization, it belongs to an environmentally damaged area of Category 3. The total content of heavy metals in the soil and vegetation (Pb, Zn, Cr, Mn, Mg) were determined by atomic absorption spectrometry and X-ray fluorescence spectrometry. Soil reaction was determined in a solution of 0.01 M CaCl2. Vegetation was assessed by the Braun-Blanquet scale. In conclusion, we can say that spray particles of free magnesium oxide (MgO) strongly influence soil reaction, diversity, and vegetation cover. The research showed that the investigated sites were mostly strongly alkaline; the contents of Cr, Mn and Mg were over the toxicity limit, while the measured values of Pb and Zn did not exceed the limits set by the law. The values that measured significantly above the set limit show contamination that can be considered harmful and toxic. In the monitored species, that is, Agrostis stolonifera, Elytrigia repens and Phragmites australis, an over-limit content of Pb and Zn and toxic contents of Mg and Mn were found.
Spinal Cord Injuries in Dogs Part I: A Review of Basic Knowledge
Authors: Šulla I. , Balik V. , Horňák S. , Ledecký V.
Published: July 2018

Spinal cord injuries (SCI) in dogs are not frequent, but they are serious pathological conditions accompanied with high morbidity and mortality. The pathophysiology of SCI involves a primary insult, disrupting axons, blood vessels, and cell membranes by mechanical force, or causes tissue necrosis by ischemia and reperfusion. The primary injury is followed by a cascade of secondary events, involving vascular dysfunction, edema formation, continuing ischemia, excitotoxicity, electrolyte shifts, free radical production, inflammation, and delayed apoptotic cell death. The most frequent cause of SCI in dogs is an acute intervertebral disc extrusion, exogenous trauma or ischemia. Neurological symptomatology depends on the location, size and the type of spinal cord lesions. It is characterized by transient or permanent, incomplete or complete loss of motor, sensory, autonomic, and reflex functions caudal to the site of the lesion. In a case of partial spinal cord (SC) damage, one of the typical syndromes develops (e. g. Brown-Séquard syndrome, central SC syndrome, ventral SC syndrome, dorsal SC syndrome, conus medullaris syndrome, or traumatic cauda equina syndrome). The severe transversal spinal cord lesion in the cervical region causes paresis or plegia of all four extremities (tetraparesis, tetraplegia); in thoracic or lumbosacral region, paresis or plegia of the pelvic extremities (paraparesis, paraplegia), i. e. sensory-motor deficit, urinary and foecal incontinence and sexual incompetence. The central nervous system in mammals does not regenerate, so the neurological deficit in dogs following severe SCI persists for the rest of their lives and animals display an image of permanent suffering. The research strategy presented here involved a PubMed, Medline (Ovid) and ISI Web of Science literature search from Januray 2001 to December 2017 using the term “canine spinal cord injury” in the English language; also references from selected papers were scanned and relevant articles included.
Analysis of Nickel-Binding Proteins from Various Animal Sera
Authors: Šimková J. , Milkovičová M. , Valko-Rokytovská M. , Kostecká Z. , Bencúrová E. , Pulzová L. , Čomor Ľ. , Bhide M. R.
Published: July 2018

Nickel-binding proteins play an important role in the biological processes and can also be utilized in several fields of biotechnology. This study was focused on analysing the nickel-binding proteins from the blood sera of humans (Homo sapiens), cattle (Bos taurus), sheep (Ovis aries), red deer (Cervus elaphus), mouflon (Ovis orientalis), fallow deer (Dama dama), horses (Equus ferus caballus), pigs (Sus scrofa domesticus), wildboars (Sus scrofa), brown bears (Ursus arctos) and pheasants (Phasianus colchicus). The presence of higher abundance proteins in the blood serum, such as albumins, may mask the detection of lower abundance proteins. The samples were depleted from these higher abundance proteins to facilitate the detection of those with lower abundance. For the characterization of these proteins, nickel cations bound to tetradentate ligand nitrilotriacetic acid(Ni-NTA)immobilized on agarose beads were incubated with animal sera to capture nickel-binding proteins and subsequently the proteins were eluted and fractionated on sodium dodecyl sulphate-polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE). The results showed a set of nickel-binding proteins with various molecular weights within different animal species. A unique ~42 kDa nickel-binding protein in the brown bear serum, which was not present in any of the other species, was further characterized and identified by matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time-of-flight/mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF/MS). This protein was identified as ahaptoglobin-like protein. This result may provide some valuable clue for the physiological difference in the metal binding proteins in the serum of Ursus arctos and other animals.
From ‘Heritage Adepts’ to Historical Reconstructionists: Observations on Contemporary Estonian Male Heritage-Based Artisanry
Authors: Rennu Madis , Tomasberg-Koidu Liisa , Leete Art
Published: July 2018

On the basis of ethnographic fieldwork, conducted between 2007 and 2013, the authors analyse the communities of male artisans that have had the most significant impact on the development of contemporary Estonian handicraft. A wide range of artisans were surveyed in the course of this research, from professionals who earn a living from handicraft to amateurs, small enterprises and handicraft instructors. The authors concentrate on the motifs and background of different categories of handicraft agent. Details of handicraft practice such as mastering specific items, local peculiarities and materials used will be also explored. The analysis is predominantly based on the artisans’ views on proper ways of making handicraft items, their marketing strategies and the needs of developing their skills. The study* demonstrates that artisanal initiatives support the material reproduction of cultural locations through constant renewal of heritage ideology and practice.
Testing the modified dependence of the radiative strength function on different excitation energies in the light nucleus 28Al
Authors: Knezevic D. , Jovancevic N. , Sukhovoj A. M. , Mitsyna L.V.
Published: July 2018

The spectrum of random functions of level density as well as radiative strength functions of dipole E1- and M1-transitions of 28Al were determined. Obtained functions can reproduce very precisely the intensity of the two-step cascade following the radiative capture of thermal neutrons for a given energy of the primary transitions. The density of the observed intermediate levels can be reproduced correctly using the mean value of these functions. In this work we proposed a new hypothesis about the dependence of radiative strength functions for gamma-transitions in heated nucleus on the energy of excited levels. The results provide a solid basis that this new hypothesis allows to get realistic estimation on the parameters of nuclear structure in any nucleus, including the light ones.
Contested Terrain of Sustainable Development Paradigm in Sierra Leone
Authors: Jackson Emerson Abraham
Published: July 2018

It is surprising sometimes to note that the term Sustainable Development [SD] as used by people in everyday language is not as well understood by people and therefore, needed some level of contestation on their delivery to ensure nations are able to protect the environment, while at the same time ensuring citizens have decent standard of living without resorting to any form of destruction to the earth’s surface. In this article, efforts were explored through qualitative study to address concerns around SD agenda in a country like Sierra Leone where lots of concerns around natural disaster has made it possible for those in authority to take proactive actions in setting up strategies to protect the environment. The outcome of the study shows highlights of concerns around infringement of Human Rights freedom and poverty, whole at the same time, people are ready to be consulted as a way of expressing their views about the direction of SD agendas and its immense benefits to communities and the country as a whole.
Sustainable Development of C.I. Under BRI-Based on the C.I. at Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu
Authors: Jiong Wang
Published: July 2018

The purpose of the research is to clarify what makes “sustainability” possible in Confucius Institute (C. I.) development when facing the challenging as well as opportunities in the international background, especially under the “Belt and Road Initiative” (BRI). It explores the strategies of ensuring the long-term possibility of achieving the goal of C.I. world widely, which is to teach Chinese language and to promote culture exchange between different cultures. The study concerns 3 dimensions of supportive elements: basically, management support of universities at home and abroad plays the essential role in the evolution of C.I.; furthermore, based on the links with the education section at different levels, expanding teaching branches brings stable and massive learners of Chinese language for C.I.; Finally, teaching quality control is the cornerstone of C.I. as an international exchange platform. Collectively, the research will be based on the analysis of C.I. at Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu in Romania to discuss the “sustainable development” under B&R initiative. Based on literature review and comparative research, the study will first review the literature and the background of BRI. In the second part, support from the two sides of cooperation in building C.I. and strategies concerning the expansion of teaching branches of C.I. with the link between C.I. and different levels of education section will be discussed. In the third part, last but not the least, detailed research will be done on the teaching quality control. Therefore, we may finally assume that the sustainable development of C.I. can’t be realized if any of the above condition is missed.
Depreciated Replacement Cost: Improving the Method Through a Variant Based on three Cornerstones
Authors: Copiello Sergio , Bonifaci Pietro
Published: July 2018

Within the scope of real estate appraisal, the Depreciated Replacement Cost method is mostly seen as a solution of last resort, when no other option is available. Nonetheless, it is ever more useful in addressing various estimation needs. In its basic formulation, the method suffers from several simplifications that lead to rather rough results. Here we try to go beyond these limits. To this end, we propose a variant based on the following three cornerstones. The first is the partition of the replacement cost into its fundamental components, at least according to three cost items: building structure, finishes, and installations. The second cornerstone is the formulation of different depreciation curves for each of the cost items mentioned above, by processing distinct data on useful life and residual life. Finally, the third cornerstone is represented by the definition of a complex depreciation function to take into account both the original useful life of the construction and its lengthening due to partial or full refurbishments.
Reflecting Sustainability in Property Valuation - Defining the Problem
Authors: Kucharska-Stasiak Ewa , Olbińska Katarzyna
Published: July 2018

A major topic in discussions about environmental protection is the concept of sustainable development utilizing the economic criteria enhanced by environmental, social and ethical aspects. The concept inspired a new approach to construction and paved the way for the idea of sustainable buildings. Sustainable buildings are expected to offer economic benefits to their owners and tenants that should be reflected in property values. The authors test a hypothesis that the real estate market in Poland still fails to incorporate sustainability in property valuation. The article seeks evidence in support of this hypothesis, as well as attempting to find out why the market does not pay a premium for sustainability. To accomplish the purpose of the research, a systematic literature review, an analysis of the pilot studies available in Poland and a preliminary assessment of the ability of valuation methods to reflect sustainability in property valuations are performed. The focus of the research is on the office property market, one of the fastest growing and most modern segments of the real estate market. The conclusion drawn from the research is that, of all respondents surveyed by international studies, Polish developers, property owners, tenants and valuers know the least about sustainable building and that the evidence of the benefits of sustainable building is still unavailable in the Polish real estate market. Such benefits are rather hypothesized to exist and considered theoretically rather than empirically confirmed. It is possible that the reasons for these findings are the short period of research and problems with distinguishing sustainable buildings from conventional ones, which make it difficult for valuers to reflect the benefits of sustainability in valuations. Nevertheless, a new approach to property valuation encompassing environmental, ethical and moral aspects seems necessary. This would encourage sustainable building and green investment strategies. Sustainable valuation would also be an opportunity for the development of the valuation profession.
Parametric and Non-Parametric Statistical Methods in the Assessment of the Effect of Property Attributes on Prices
Authors: Gaca Radosław
Published: July 2018

One of the basic problems in the comparison-based property valuation process is to determine the influence of property attributes on their price differential. Due to the qualitative character of the majority of property attributes as well as to the distributions of both prices and attributes, their effect on the price differential is increasingly often assessed by means of non-parametric statistical methods. As a tool for determining the effect of attributes on prices, many authors propose parametric methods, in particular multiple regression models. The study presents a comparison of the results of property market attribute weight estimation obtained by means of the Spearman rank correlation coefficient with the ceteris paribus adjustment and the multiple regression model based on a set of transactions with built-up land property. In both of the analyzed methods, qualitative variables were modeled with the use of the Osgood semantic differential scale. The results of the analysis show the equivalence of the applied methods. Property attribute weights calculated using the method based on the rank correlation coefficient with the ceteris paribus adjustment and the multiple regression model, both with the same level of relevance, showed almost identical values. This indicates that both parametric and non-parametric methods can be used to estimate weights.
Examining Heuristics for Building - Work-in-Progress Valuations in Niger State Nigeria
Authors: Babatunde Isaiah Olajide
Published: July 2018

Where an investment decision on building work-in-progress (BWIP) is premised on the judgment of value, the technique of assessment must be accurate. The heuristic technique has not been able to achieve this goal. Frequent transactions in BWIP in Niger State necessitate the search for an alternative technique.

This paper therefore aims to:

– identify and analyze the purposes of BWIP valuations in Niger State, Nigeria,

– examine the suitability of using heuristics in determining the cost of building work-in-progress, and

– investigate the veracity of the use of the Nigerian Building and Road Research Institute (NBRRI)’s template of elemental percentage rates for the cost of incomplete buildings in the state.

Data were obtained from estate surveyors and valuers (ESVs), registered quantity surveyors in the state, the Niger State Housing Corporation and the NBRRI. The analysis showed, among others, that heuristics, although not suitable, was the most prominent technique adopted by the ESVs for costing BWIP. Similarly, the use of NBRRI’s template for costing BWIP for residential bungalows in Minna - the Niger state capital - was validated.
Hybrid Online Delivery of a Pharmacy Residency and Fellowship Elective Course
Authors: Steuber Taylor D , Janzen Kristin M , Sprunger Tracy L , Nisly Sarah A
Published: July 2018

Objective: To describe and evaluate the transition of a pharmacy residency and fellowship (PRF) elective course to a hybrid online platform.

Innovation: In 2016, the 1-credit hour PRF elective was transitioned from a live, synchronous course to a hybrid online platform. Over the course of the semester, students completed eight modules along with assignments that pertained to a different component of PRF. Course grades and evaluations, as well as PRF placement rates, were compared between 2015 (live, synchronous course) and 2016 (hybrid online course). There were no differences in overall course grades or student evaluations of individual relevant course objectives between the two course formats. However, more students rated the course as excellent during the 2015 live, synchronous course. Placement rates were similar between students who took the course in 2015 and 2016.

Critical Analysis: Following the transition of a PRF elective to a hybrid online platform, course grades, evaluation of individual relevant course objectives, and PRF placement rates remained similar to previous years. Creative educational venues can help meet the student demand while simultaneously allowing faculty to manage their time. However, instructors should balance this with desire of students to have more face-to-face in class time.

 

 

Type: Note
Scoping Exercise to Support Sustainable Urban Sanitation in Tamil Nadu: Exposure Visit Report
Authors:   TNUSSP
Published: July 2018

In India, there is lack of demonstrated successful models with respect to Fecal Sludge Management (FSM). As part of the scoping exercise to support sustainable urban sanitation in Tamil Nadu, it is essential that exposure visits are organised for the Government of Tamil Nadu (GoTN) officers to locations where there are demonstrated successful models in the implementation of FSM practices.
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Kooperatif Tipe Make a Match dan Team Games Tournament terhadap Hasil Belajar
Authors: Kusuma Arie Purwa , Khoirunnisa Ayunitis
Published: July 2018

This study was conducted to determine whether the results of learning mathematics learners on the material to build a flat quadrilateral taught using Make a Match learning model is better than the TGT learning model. The sample was taken using cluster random sampling. The analysis test is done by normality test and homogeneity test. Normality test using Lilliefors test and Homogeneity test using Fisher test. Hypothesis test using t-test. Based on the calculation concluded the type of Make a Match cooperative learning model and TGT type cooperative learning model come from the normally distributed population. Homogeneity test using Fisher test can be concluded cooperative learning model type Make a Match and cooperative learning model type TGT same or homogeneous. Based on the hypothesis test, Ho is rejected. In conclusion, the result of learning mathematics of learners using Make a Match learning model is better than TGT learning model.
Analisis Kemampuan Berpikir Reflektif Siswa SMP Berdasarkan Gaya Belajar
Authors: Pamungkas Aan Subhan , Mentari Nia , Nindiasari Hepsi
Published: July 2018

The research is a qualitative descriptive research, the purpose of this research is to analyze students reflective thinking ability in terms of learning style. learning style in this research consists of three types namely visual, auditorial, and kinestetik. The subjects of the study were class VIII in one of the middle schools in Serang district selected by purposive sampling. Based on the analysis results obtained description of students' reflective mathematical thinking ability as follows: (1) Visual students have been able to provide interpretation but not yet complete and correct calculation; (2) Auditorial and kinesthetic students are able to provide correct interpretation and calculation. (3) In identifying the concept, visual students have been able to identify the formulas, auditorial and kinesthetic students have not been able to. (4) In evaluating/checking the validity of visual and auditorial students is already capable while kinestetik yet. (5) In distinguishing between relevant data visual and auditorial students have been able, and kinesthetic students have not been able. (6) In drawing the analogy of two cases, visual, auditorial, and kinesthetic students have not been able to. (7) In harmonizing with reason, visual, auditorial and kinesthetic students have not been able.
Aplikasi Model Wavelet Neuro Fuzzy Untuk Memprediksi Banjir Sungai Bengawan Solo
Authors: Nurmalitasari Nurmalitasari , Sumarlinda Sri
Published: July 2018

The objectives of this research is to implementation wavelet neuro fuzzy method to predict water level of Bengawan Solo river. The wavelet neuro fuzzy method is a model combination between discrete wavelet transformation, Artificial Neural Network (ANN) and fuzzy logic. Wavelet Neuro fuzzy modeling aims to reduce the weaknesses of each system, and combine existing advantages of each system, so the predicted result has a very small error value. Predicted when the flood is important because the predicted result can provide early warning information to the community around the river when the arrival of floods so as to reduce the risk of disaster and prepare for emergency response action. The data used in this research are high level of water level data obtained from AWLR Serenan post. The results of the wavelet neuro fuzzy method show the Mean Square error (MSE) forecast of 0.0613.
Penerapan Media Pembelajaran Berbasis Multimedia Interaktif Terhadap Mahasiswa IKIP Budi Utomo Malang
Authors: Arsyad Muhammad Naharuddin , Fatmawati Fatmawati
Published: July 2018

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui kelayakan dan penerapan media pembelajaran berbasis multimedia interaktif materi sejarah peradaban Romawi kuno terhadap peningkatan hasil belajar mahasiswa prodi Sejarah dan Sosiologi IKIP Budi Utomo Malang. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode eksperimen, dengan desain penelitian one group pretest posttest design. Populasi penelitian ini adalah mahasiswa Angkatan 2016 kelas A prodi Sejarah dan Sosiologi IKIP Budi Utomo Malang. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan melalui teknik purposive sampling satu kelas. Dari hasil validitas ahli materi dan ahli desain media terhadap media pembelajaran berbasis multimedia interaktif diperoleh masing-masing total nilai 80% dan 87% dengan kriteria valid dan sangat valid. Sehingga dengan hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa media pembelajaran berbasis multimedia interaktif materi Sejarah peradaban Romawi kuno layak digunakan. Dari hasil uji kolmogorov-smirnov dengan menggunakan SPSS 14 diperoleh bahwa subjek penelitian terdistribusi normal dan berdasarkan hasil uji-t Paired Samples Test diketahui bahwa nilai sig sebesar 0,000 > 0,05. Sedangkan thitung -16.071 dan untuk ttabel pada taraf signifikan Î± = 5% (0,05) dengan derajat kebebasan (df) n-1 atau 45-1 = 44. Pengujian 2 sisi ( signifikansi = 0,025) hasil diperoleh untuk ttabel pada 2,01537 dengan taraf signifikan 0,025. Didapatkannya hasil -thitung < -ttabel (-16.071 < -2,01537) maka H0 ditolak dan Ha diterima. Sehingga dapat disimpulkan bahwa penerapan media pembelajaran berbasis multimedia interaktif pada materi sejarah peradaban romawi kuno dapat meningkatkan hasil belajar mahasiswa prodi sejarah dan sosiologi IKIP Budi Utomo Malang.
ANALISIS EFEKTIVITAS PROGRAM KEMITRAAN DAN BINA LINGKUNGAN PT INDUSTRI KERETA API (INKA) PERSERO PADA UMKM
Authors: Widiasmara Anny
Published: July 2018

This research is intended to analyze Partnership and Community Development Program (PKBL) of PT INKA (Persero) at UMKM as one of the program. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and to find out the relationship between the partners of PT INKA (Persero) Partnership and Community Development Program (PKBL). The research was conducted on 50 partners of PT INKA (Persero) located in Madiun Regency. Data Technique uses primary and secondary data. The data were analyzed by descriptive statistic with Likert scale, Importance of Performance Analysis (IPA), and Cross Tabulation Test (Crosstab). The result showed that PT INKA (Persero) Partnership and Community Development Effectiveness Program achieved the program objectives effectively. Based on the result of Cross Tabulation (Crosstab) there is a significant correlation between characteristic of assisted life with coaching program.
KONSEP KHALIFATULLAHU FIL ARDL: DEKONSTRUKSI CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
Authors: Retnowati Wulan , Mulyadi Roza
Published: July 2018

The purpose of this research is to deconstruct the concept of corporate social responsibility that has failed in practice. Because there are still many tendency of company practices that only have the character of ceremonial course and aim to abort the obligation and the emergence of environmental destruction practices by companies that have implemented corporate social responsibility. This research used the concept khalifatullahufilardl, in Islam it is meansthathe human function on earth as the ruler of the universe. By deconstructing the concept of corporate social responsibility that only refers to the singgle bottom line that focus on God SWT as stakeholders, the concept khalifatullahufilardl can be applied in changing the paradigm of corporate social responsibility so that ultimately the practice of corporate social responsibility will be more aware on sustainable development and ultimately can increase corporate profits that will have an impact on increasing mutual prosperity (between companies and surrounding communities.

corporate social responsibility, khalifatullahufilardl, ruler of the universe
Kontribusi dan Efektifitas Pajak Daerah Kabupaten Ponorogo
Authors: Mustoffa Ardyan Firdausi
Published: July 2018

Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui kontribusi masing-masing pos pada pendapatan pajak daerah dan efektivitas masing-masing pos penerimaan pajak daerah Kabupaten Ponorogo diukur dengan rasio efektivitas dan kontribusi. Analisis dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode kualitatif berupa analisis rasio, yaitu rasio kontribusi untuk menghitung kontribusi masing-masing pos daerah terhadap penerimaan pajak daerah dari tahun 2011 sampai dengan tahun 2015, dan rasio efektifitas untuk mengetahui seberapa efektif anggaran dan realisasi masing masing pos pajak daerah Kabupaten Ponorogo. Hasil analisis data: Pertama, Pajak Penerangan Jalan memberikan kontribusi besar terhadap Pendapatan Asli Daerah yaitu rata-rata 9,89%. Kedua, efektivitas untuk masing-masing pos pajak daerah Kabupaten Ponorogo masuk dalam kategori sangat efektif sampai lebih dari 100%.
ANALISIS KECELAKAAN KERJA DIVISI PRODUKSI PT X DI KABUPATEN MADIUN
Authors: Muttaqin Aan Zainal , Arghawaty Emylia
Published: July 2018

PT X adalah salah satu perusahaan manufaktur yang ada di Kabupaten Madiun dan bergerak di bidang industri mainan anak. PT X telah beroperasi sejak tahun 2000 dan banyak menghasilkan mainan untuk anak-anak. Penelitian ini diawali dari identifikasi kecelakaan kerja kemudian dilanjutkan dengan mencari sumber potensinya. Penggunaan metode Hazard and Operability Study dipergunakan untuk mencegah terjadinya kecelakaan kerja di industri. Hasil dari identifikasi bahaya PT X adalah pekerja tidak menggunakan masker, earplug, helmet, safety gloves dan sikap pekerja.