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A Multidisciplinary Approach to Health Prevention with the Emphasis on Multimorbidity in Post Conflict Serbia – Results of the Qualitative Research
Authors: Mladenović Aleksandra , Matijević Branka , Sjeničić Marta
Published: November 2022

In the period 2019-2021, the Serbian team (consisted form representatives of the Institute for Biological Research "Siniša Stanković", Institute of Public Health of Serbia "Dr Milan Jovanović Batut", Environmental Protection Agency, the Medical Faculty in Belgrade, Ministry of Health and the Institute of Social Sciences) conducted the research project on health prevention and multimorbidity in post conflict Serbia. Objective was to understand the perception of relevant actors about possible risk factors (environmental, behavioral, and socio-economic) for the occurrence of multimorbidity. Methodology applied in qualitative research was focus groups and interviews with the sampled population group representatives. Target population was health professionals, health providers’ and local municipalities’ management. The purposes of the research were: 1) insight into the main multimorbidity factors through the prism of stakeholders on the local level; 2) drafting recommendations on changing regulation and practice in public health prevention measures. Results of the research show that there is an agreement in the stakeholder perception that multimorbidity in Serbia is increasing and that preventive measures should be strengthened. All groups of predictors (environmental, behavioral, and socio-economic) are perceived as of equal importance. The research was the basis for development of the legislative and systemic recommendations.
Limits of (Im)Mortality - Reflections on the Right to Die in the Context of the Transhumanist Vision of the Future Human
Authors: Nowak-Gruca Aleksandra
Published: November 2022

Contemporary breakthrough discoveries of biological sciences and the ongoing technological revolution make the problem of the border of human life and the ways of its designing sound today in a completely new light. The aim of the paper is primarily to identify problems that arise on the legal grounds in connection with the latest discoveries of science. There is doubt as to whether dynamically developing social movements, such as transhumanism, do not require rethinking, in a completely new context, the right to death, subject to the huge complexity of this issue. The paper points out that in the light of immortality projects, there is the need to regulate the right to death in a manner significantly different from the already existing and still controversial approaches. The considerations carried out in the article are futurological and legal in nature, but it was mainly about a panoramic overview of legal problems related to biotechnological progress and projects of extending human life, including up to eternity.
Cyber (In)security of Personal Data and Information in Times of Digitization
Authors: Dvojmoč Miha , Tancer Verboten Mojca
Published: November 2022

In an employment relationship, work and pay are no longer the only important aspects, as importance is increasingly shifting toward obligations concerning the protection of personal data and privacy arising from the prohibition of causing harm to the employer and the duty of loyalty to the employer. The article deals with the constitutionally protected right to privacy and the protection of personal data from the point of view of ensuring cyber security at the employer. The employer is obligated to protect the right to privacy by legal provisions, whereas from the point of view of ensuring the protection of privacy and information, the employer must protect, first and foremost, the personal data of employees. The main purpose of the legal protection of personal data is the lawful and fair processing of the personal data of individuals. Employers are thus facing an increasing number of risks related to the safety of employees and the security of business processes, and it is therefore important to establish comprehensive corporate security to ensure adequate security across all levels.
Compensatory Liability of Healthcare Professionals in the Criminal Offense of Unconscious Treatment in the Republic of Croatia
Authors: Galiot Mijo , Brizić Bahun Vanesa
Published: November 2022

The authors analyze the issue of the availability and effectiveness of a legal mechanism for resolving the consequences of injuries in health care, so the focus of the paper is primarily the liability of healthcare professionals, as patients are guaranteed, among other rights, the right to compensation for medical intervention. As liability for damages can be decided not only in civil (litigation) proceedings but also in adhesion proceedings associated with criminal proceedings conducted for the criminal offense of negligent treatment, the basic term of medical error is defined, pointing out the basic features of the criminal offense of negligent treatment with emphasis on the issue of the responsible person and their guilt. The founding assumptions of liability for damages are also presented, with an emphasis on the same issues in both litigation and adhesion proceedings. Furthermore, with regard to the setout provisions and general principles, the effectiveness of the compensatory claim in the criminal offense of negligent treatment is analyzed, and at the same time several specific issues are addressed and suggestions for possible solutions are given.
Rights of Accused and Victim against Media Victimization: a Critical Examination
Authors: Khubalkar Dr. Deepti , Sharma Shilpa , Singh Dari Sukhvinder
Published: November 2022

With the advent of technology and communication media, it is now possible to gather and integrate data via a digital medium. Data sharing without authorization via electronic media is referred to as a breach of digital privacy. The right to privacy is a human right that is guaranteed by law in nearly every country and has been extended to those who are under trial/ accused. At the same time, the press, including digital media, has the right to freedom of expression. This paper examines the unwarranted intervention of digital media in the personal lives of both the victim and the accused. Inquisitorial as well as adversarial models of judicial process presume the accused innocent until guilt is proven after following the due process of law. This paper investigate the unrestrained and irresponsible publication of news and posts that violate a person's data privacy and available remedies in the law when rights to privacy are breached. It also comparatively examine privacy laws and legal remedies in the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, and make appropriate recommendations. Study of this paper reveals that in the wake of rising interferences by media, there is no specific statute providing protections.
Comparative Review of Adoption in Croatia and Slovenia: Similarities, Differences and Efficiency
Authors: Guštin Matko
Published: November 2022

The similarities between the adoption institute in Croatia and Slovenia are caused primarily by historical aspects. However, many contemporary links have influenced the regulation of the institute of adoption – Croatia and Slovenia are signatories of many international documents and are, at the European level, members of the Council of Europe and the European Union. The author gives a comparative overview of adoption according to the preconditions for adoption, required consents, legal effects, and procedural aspects. This paper also analyzes compliance with the revised 2008 European Convention on Adoption, which neither of the two countries has signed, although they almost fully accept its guidelines. In addition, the relevant cases against Croatia and Slovenia concerning adoptions decided by the European Court of Human Rights are analyzed, as well as the effects of these decisions on their legislation. To gain a more complete insight into the effectiveness of adoption, the paper also analyzes statistical data related to the adoption in Croatia and Slovenia.
The theory of evolution and its implications. How some misunderstandings concerning evolution can lead to confusing philosophical claims?
Authors: Rządeczka Marcin
Published: November 2022

There are three main purpose of the presented paper. Firstly, the presentation of the most common fallacies concerning the theory of evolution and its implications on the fields of ethics and metaphysic. Secondly, the undertaking of trial leading to the elucidation of the most crucial concepts of evolutionary process. Thirdly, presentation of some pivotal issues connected with the interpretation of the theory of evolution.The Author begins with the cursorily presentation of the misunderstandings rooted in the tradition of Aristotle formal cause and Kant’s teleonomy. Presented arguments demonstrate that teleological interpretations are inconsistent with the evolutionary framework of modern biology. Subsequently positions of Lamarckism and saltacionism are analyzed to illustrate some misunderstandings connected with the historical forms of evolutionary debates. At the end basis of evolutionary ethics and its reception is examined.
Effect of Environmental Temperature on Cypovirus Multiplication and Biomolecules in Silkworm Bombyx mori L.
Authors: Mahesha H. B.
Published: November 2022

Two strains of mulberry silkworm, namely Pure Mysore and NB4D2, at fifth instar first day were inoculated with 40ml of BmCPV suspension from the stock of 1.215 X 106 PIB/ml in 0.75% of NaCl solution by ‘oral injection’. Three batches of such inoculated worms were allowed to continue larval development at 20±1°C, 24±1°C and 30±1°C in separate BOD incubators. The crude extract of midgut tissue was prepared from the survivals and used to count the total number of polyhedra per larva in each batch. Further, during virus multiplication at different rearing temperatures, the total amount of glucose, proteins and amylase as well as succinate dehydrogenase activity levels in haemolymph were studied. The experimental results clearly indicated that the atmospheric temperature has a direct influence on a number of polyhedral formations and biomolecules.
Effect of Feeding Silage Prepared from Fall Army Worm (Spodoptera frugiperda) on Feed Intake and Hematobiochemical Parameters of Red kandhari Heifers
Authors:   Department of Animal Nutrition, College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Parbhani, MAFSU, Maharashtra, India, Mogale Rahul
Published: November 2022

The study objective was to evaluate the feed intake, and hematobiochemical parameters of Red Kandhari heifers fed a total mixed ration (TMR) based on silage produced from a fall army worm (FAW) affected maize fodder compared with silage prepared from normal maize fodder. Two treatment groups, T1 and T2, consisted of 6 Red Kandhari heifers, each having average body weights 164.17 and 165.52 kg for 90 days trial. T1 and T2 groups offered 40% normal maize silage and 40% FAW-affected maize silage, respectively along with 40% concentrate and 20% chaffed sorghum stovers. Fortnightly dry matter intake (kg/day) was observed to be statistically similar (p>0.05) between T1 and T2 groups. The Hematobiochemical parameters viz. Hb, PCV, blood glucose, blood urea nitrogen, ALT and AST concentration were analyzed fortnightly and found statistically not different (p>0.05) between the T1 and T2 group, respectively.
Plant Based Nutraceuticals Efficacious in Protein Energy Malnutrition (PEM), Especially in Children
Authors:   Department of Botany, SPC Government College, Ajmer (Rajasthan), India, Mathur Manesha , Sharma Renu
Published: November 2022

Malnutrition is a dietary condition caused by deficiency or excess of one or more essential nutrients in the diet. It is characterized by a wide array of health problems, including extreme weight loss, stunted growth, weakened resistance and impairment of intellect. Severe cases of malnutrition can lead to even death. Children suffer from the effects of starvation more quickly than adults. According to the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF), malnutrition contributes to the death of more than six million children under the age of five each year. Typically starving children develop a condition called PEM (Protein Energy Malnutrition). According to Hudson et al. (2000), PEM is defined as an unintentional loss of 10% or more of body weight in a period of six months or less and/or serum albumin levels of less than 3.5 grams per decilitre (g/dl). The two most common forms of PEM, Marasmus and Kwashiorkor, occur in all developing countries and are life-threatening conditions. Marasmus occurs when a child is weaned earlier than normal and receives foods low in nutrients. The child may also suffer repeated infections such as gastroenteritis due to poor hygiene. A child with Marasmus is very underweight, with no body fat and wasted muscles. Kwashiorkor occurs when a child is weaned later than normal and receives starchy food low in protein. In this disease, the child's abnormally low body weight is often masked by water retention, which makes the face moon shaped and the belly swollen.
Comparative Biology of Spodoptera litura (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) on Different Hosts under Laboratory Conditions in Pakistan
Authors:   University of Poonch Rawalakot, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan, Asghar Muhammad Adnan
Published: November 2022

One of the most economically significant insect pests in world agriculture is the armyworm, Spodoptera litura Fabricius (Lepidoptera; Noctuidae). In 2019, S. litura was reared in a lab environment to study its biological parameters on different hosts. The sixth larval instar was recorded in this study. The period of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th larval instar on cotton was 3.55±0.10, 3.59±0.09, 3.99±0.10, 4.56±0.09, 6.65±0.15, and 5.59±0.17 days, respectively. Maximum adult emergence was recorded on cabbage followed by cotton and maize. The larval length and weight were found higher on cabbage followed by cotton and maize. The pupal development was less concerning days on maize than other tested hosts. The highest mean fecundity was 2954.16 eggs per female on cabbage leaves while minimum with 987.19 eggs per female on maize leaves. The sex ratio of female to male was recorded as 1:0.7, 1:0.6, and 1:0.5, on cabbage, cotton and maize, respectively. Female was long lived than male as recorded on all tested hosts. Among all tested hosts, cabbage was recorded as the most preferable and suitable host for pest. The current study findings will provide suitable information about hosts of S. litura but suggest further studies.
Assessment of Water Supply and Demand, a Case Study of Elfasher Rural Area-North Darfur State
Authors:   Faculty of Petroleum and Minerals, El-Neelain University, Sudan, Mahmoud Ahmed Aboelgasim
Published: November 2022

This study was conducted in Elfasher Rural Area. The area is located within North Darfur State. The objectives of this study are to assess Water Supply and Demand Assessment in Rural of Elfasher and possible future scenarios; to provide and highlight the status of water resources in Elfasher Rural, and to give recommendations to take remedial actions and potential solutions for identified problems. The study includes the water supply situation in Elfasher Rural for different areas and evaluates the role of the community in the management part. The data collected from field visits and questionnaires were analyzed: It was found that the main problems in quality were the presence of Nitrate, hardness and bacteriological contamination in the hand pump. In the recommendations, some of them are conducting groundwater monitoring to test groundwater depletion. Promote surface water harvesting and aquifer artificial recharge. Taking immediate action to solve the problems that have been identified.
Impact of Integration of Inclusive Education and Information and Communication Technology on the Learning Process of a Child with Down Syndrome
Authors:   Department of Zoology, Hiralal Mazumdar Memorial College for Women, Kolkata, W.B, India, Ahmad S Rehan
Published: November 2022

Dawn Syndrome's life is being facilitated by Information and Communication Technology (ICT) & Assistive Technology (AT). Assistive technology allows people with Down syndrome to participate in daily activities and become more autonomous and social. India is making crucial contributions to improving the lives of people with Dawn Syndrome and promoting their participation in everyday social activities. However, the use of assistive technology to support these populations in these nations needs to be improved. The primary goal of the current study is to assess the situation with regard to the use of auxiliary aids in the teaching and learning of Down syndrome pupils in inclusion schools and rehabilitation facilities in India. Furthermore, the effects of ICT & AT on improving the independence, performance, and social interaction of students with Down syndrome were investigated. To accomplish these goals, two distinct surveys were given to a non-random sample of teachers, experts, and Down syndrome families in India. Overall, the findings indicate that implementing ICT & AT in the instruction and learning of Down syndrome pupils can help them become more autonomous and sociable. In turn, this can promote independence, social interaction, and performance in people with Down syndrome. The ability and talents of the teachers, professionals, and families still need to be improved in order for them to accept the ICT & AT and achieve the best results in order to realize the greatest and most long-lasting benefits of adopting it. The study's findings include various suggestions for improving India's educational system for students with Down syndrome and other disabilities. The study also makes a significant contribution to theoretical literature and understanding by developing a novel model for analyzing the effects of ICT & AT on Down syndrome, a model that has not been frequently developed in earlier work. Additionally, it has created new metrics that can be used in similar future research.
(In)Segurança alimentar e fatores associados em domicílios com gestantes assistidas pelo programa bolsa família
Authors: Carvalho Thainá de Oliveira , Noronha Amanda Alves , Dutra Vivian Vieira da Silva , Costa Renata Oliveira Messina , Ferreira Eric Batista , Lima Daniela Braga , Alves Cristina Garcia Lopes
Published: November 2022

A gestação é um processo natural que envolve mudanças corporais e comportamentais, trazendo impactos sobre as necessidades nutricionais das gestantes, o que pode refletir no estado nutricional. O Programa Bolsa Família (PBF) é destinado às famílias em situação de pobreza e extrema pobreza por meio de transferência de renda. Apesar desse programa auxiliar na garantia da segurança alimentar, a insegurança alimentar é frequente na maioria dos beneficiários. O objetivo deste estudo foi identificar a prevalência de segurança alimentar e os fatores associados em gestantes beneficiárias do PBF do município de Alfenas – MG. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, de corte seccional. Das 22 gestantes participantes do estudo, cadastradas em Unidades de Saúde da Família do município de Alfenas, Minas Gerais, 77% se encontravam em insegurança alimentar. Constatou-se que 63,5% apresentavam excesso de peso e somente 27,2% estavam com o peso adequado para a idade gestacional. Feijão, verduras e legumes, refrigerante ou suco artificial e leite foram os alimentos consumidos com maior frequência. Foi constatada alta prevalência de insegurança alimentar e de estado nutricional inadequado, demonstrando a necessidade de medidas promotoras de segurança alimentar.
Moderating influence of demographic variables on productivity and job stress of workers in electrical Occupations
Authors: Ogbuanya Chinyere Theresa
Published: November 2022

The study investigated the moderating influence of demographic variables on productivity and job stress of workers in electrical occupations. Relevant research questions were answered while hypotheses formulated were tested at 0.05 level of significance. The study adopted a correlational research design and was carried out in the North Central States. The population for the study was 301 workers in electrical occupations. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire titled Demographic Variables, Job Stress and Productivity Questionnaire (DVJSPQ). The overall reliability coefficient of the questionnaire was 0.96. Point–biserial correlation and regression analysis were employed to analyze data for answering research questions and hypotheses. The findings of the study revealed that: demographic variables have a strong relationship with the productivity of workers in electrical occupations, age and educational qualification were significant moderators of the relationship between occupational stress and the productivity of workers in electrical occupations. Hence, workers in electrical occupations should be sensitized through workshops and seminars on how demographic variables influence their productivity and job stress in their occupations.
Kwayedza newspaper’s coverage of the Covid-19 crisis in Zimbabwe
Authors: Roya Witness , Ngcobo Sandiso
Published: November 2022

Using critical discourse analysis (CDA) as the methodology and decolonial theory as the theoretical framework, this study sought to critique coverage of the Covid-19 crisis in Zimbabwe between March 2020 and July 2021 in Kwayedza newspaper’s editorial comment. Twelve articles written in an African language were purposively selected to obtain a sizable sample. This study found that the newspaper effectively covered Covid-19 in an African language while focusing on its socio-economic and cultural impact on the country and offered precautions and prescriptions for dealing with the pandemic. Its major downside was that it downplayed certain key issues in the process due to its ownership by Zimpapers, which tends to support the government’s policies. This violates ethical journalism principles such as independence, truth and accuracy and is an abrogation of the media’s duty to bring accountability to public officials. This paper, therefore, recommends adherence to the values of journalism which centralize public interest over that of owners.
Phenomenon of bank scams in Bangladesh: Analysis on behavioral issues
Authors: Md. Khaled Bin Amir  , Md. Zobayer Bin Amir  , Mohammad Ariful Islam
Published: November 2022

The primary purpose of this research study is to reflect on financial anomalies, especially bank scams in Bangladesh. This study is an empirical approach developed through a well-structured Likert-scaled questionnaire to indicate different human behaviors, psychologies, and emotions that considerably impact financial incongruities in Bangladesh. The proposed model supported the structural equation model (SEM) and used SPSS Amos (Version 24) to build an attitudinal and behavioral model that reflects the complex relationships segment of this paper. Results show people try to rationalize irrational, unethical, and impertinent things and issues to achieve self-gain. Furthermore, corporations are treated as an entity for which they cannot be punished. Apart from this, human natures like greediness, dissatisfaction with what people have, societal status, possession and position, competition with peer groups for luxury, and tendency to imitate bad things are also responsible for bank scams in the Bangladeshi economy. Last but not least bad loan and default culture developed in the banking industry of Bangladesh only lacks execution laws, rules, and regulations.
Echoes on the teaching of physical science using the topic projectile motion
Authors: Sikhosana Lettah , Mudau Awelani V.
Published: November 2022

The aim of this paper was to present reflections on the teaching of physical science using the topic of projectile motion as a launch pad. It focused on the teaching model and what the Department of Basic Education expects from teaching physical science subjects. Furthermore, it looked at some of the challenges regarding teaching physical science in general and in particular to the projectile motion topic. It looked at empirical studies in projectile motion to situate the current research interest to articulate gaps in the topic and the subject. It concludes with recommendations and highlights a need to focus on all grades when teaching physical science subjects, particularly projectile motion than only in grade 12 as stipulated by Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement. The team teaching approach amongst curriculum implementers and subject teachers is also accentuated, and further investigations are proposed.
Influence of management skills on sustainability of donor-funded primary schools in Kiambaa Constituency, Kiambu County, Kenya
Authors: Mbuthia Janeffer , Gichuhi David , Ajuoga Milcah
Published: November 2022

Although donor funding has helped to boost the education sector, questions have arisen regarding the sustainability of donor-funded schools. The objective of this study was to investigate the influence of management skills on the sustainability of donor-funded schools in Kiambaa Constituency, Kiambu County, Kenya. Resource Dependency Theory and Agency Theory guided the study. The study employed the descriptive survey design and targeted the population of 122 stakeholders of the White Cottage Schools and the Bridge International Academies comprising 100 parents, 2 managers, and 20 teachers. The systematic sampling method was used to select a sample of 50 parents and 10 teachers while both managers were included in the study sample making a sample size of 62 respondents. Quantitative data were collected from parents using questionnaires, while qualitative data was obtained from the teachers and managers using interview guides. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the chi-square test, while qualitative data were analyzed using the thematic content analysis technique. Results showed that more than half of the parents believe that their children’s schools would not operate optimally without donor funds. Results further showed that the sustainability of donor-funded primary schools was significantly associated with managerial skills, including creativity, flexibility, and networking. The study concluded that managerial skills are a significant determinant of donor-funded schools' sustainability. The study recommends that school managers improve their creativity, flexibility, and networking skills.
The construction of tribal learning mechanisms in indigenous higher education
Authors: Saway Marang , Wu Tsung-Lin , Chao Ren-Fang
Published: November 2022

In this study, we developed a tribal learning model based on indigenous knowledge to expand Taiwan's indigenous higher education system. The model adopts a culturally responsive teaching strategy that conforms to the cultural background and satisfies the learning needs of indigenous learners. The instructional design of the model is based on the outcomes of a literature review and comprises five stages: preparation, communication, execution, reflection, and feedback. The proposed model allows educators to develop culturally appropriate teaching plans that include indigenous knowledge. Applying the model allows educators to hone their self-study skills while improving the learning effectiveness of their learners.
Does institutional distance affect cross-border acquisitions of China’s multinational companies?
Authors: Christoper Kevin , Ardhiani Fadila
Published: November 2022

This paper aims to examine the effect of institutional distance on the level of equity ownership. The sampling technique in this research used a purposive sampling technique. The sample of this research is cross-border acquisition transactions between Chinese multinational companies and target countries in the Southeast Asia region in the 2015 – 2019 period; thus, the total sample of this research is 32 transactions. The analysis technique in this study was Multiple Linear Regression with the Ordinary Least Square (OLS) model. The main finding of this study demonstrates that economic and geographical distance partially affect the level of equity ownership significantly. Meanwhile, administrative distance does not partially affect the level of equity ownership of the target company by Chinese multinational companies.
Assessing results-based personnel performance system in the Ministry of Home and Child Care, Zimbabwe
Authors: Chiware Mervis , Vyas-Doorgapersad Shikha
Published: November 2022

A formal performance management (PM) system was adopted and put into place in Zimbabwe in 1995 because of many suggestions made by the Public Service Review Commission (PSRC). However, the human resource management (HRM) period since the 1980s has had flaws that led to the implementation of the Results-Based Personnel Performance System (RBPPS) in 2005, particularly in terms of the Africanisation drive following Zimbabwe's independence and the PM system that followed in 1995. The study's objective is to examine the effectiveness of RBPPS in improving the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) performance in Zimbabwe. Information was gathered and compiled using a qualitative research methodology. The research identified elements that contributed to PM's failure in the MOHCC, including management's lack of commitment, a lack of ongoing training, and flaws in the planning and execution of PM. As a result, the government eventually implemented the RBPPS to improve the PM process. The study considers empirical and scholarly findings that may lead to more significant outcomes for Zimbabwe's public sector.
Blackboard learning prior Covid 19 pandemic era
Authors: Makena Bulelwa , Ntando Mpahla  , Mapisa Bafundi Zealous
Published: November 2022

Eruption of the COVID 19 pandemic era in the preceding years has resulted at learning being infused with technology, hence the emergent of new terminologies or prefixes like ‘e’. For the purposes of this paper, eLearning has since been regarded as an essential aspect targeted towards effective schooling. Teaching-learning approaches had to be re-looked at as universities were held in predicaments to engage on online contact sessions through blackboard as a Learning Management System (LMS). This is a software application that necessitates diverse areas, but not limited to, administration, documentation, automation, delivery of educational courses and training programs. It is for this reason that this paper aims to examine whether Blackboard learning has any substantial influence in relation to learner academic attainment. Little is noted by literature on predicaments entangling rural schooling environments for implementation of eLearning. Examination was administered through a qualitative research approach, embedded in a case study design. Three purposefully nominated teachers from a university located in a rural Eastern Cape Province setting were interviewed as participants. It was divulged by the findings that (i) connectivity glitches, thus having an impact on (ii) contact session attendance, as well as (iii) limitation of eLearning related soft skills, were the major hiccups to this emergent learning platform. As authors we therefore conclude that both teachers and learners are held liable to fully acquaint themselves on eLearning, hence the digital world. This paper recommends for alterations and re-inventing of teaching-learning approaches, thereby curbing situations of rural-urban digital variations.
The impact of financial literacy and information technology on millennials' stock market investment motivation
Authors: Anfas Anfas , Syamsuddin Fajar Rakasiwi , Zainuddin Zainuddin
Published: November 2022

This study aims to determine the effect of financial literacy and information technology knowledge on the motivation of the millennial generation to invest in shares on the Indonesian Stock Exchange. The population in this study are millennial investors who have joined two securities companies on the Indonesian Stock Exchange, namely Mirae Aset Sekuritas and Phintraco Sekuritas. Determination of the number of samples using purposive sampling method, namely only those willing to fill out a questionnaire distributed online, and the results obtained are 44 samples. The analytical tool used in this research is Multiple Linear Regression analysis. The study results show that: 1) Financial literacy significantly affects millennial motivation to invest in shares on the Indonesian Stock Exchange. The higher their financial literacy, the more motivated they are to invest in stocks; 2) Knowledge of information technology has no significant effect on millennial motivation to invest in shares on the Indonesian Stock Exchange, and 3) Simultaneously, the investment motivation variable can be explained by the financial literacy and information technology knowledge variables by 58%. In contrast, the remaining 42% can be explained by other variables not included in this study.
The influence of instructional strategies on natural science teachers teaching practices in rural classrooms
Authors: Ntuli Thuli , Tebogo Nkanyani  , Awelani V. Mudau
Published: November 2022

This is a qualitative interpretative case study. Its aim is to explore how instructional strategies shape the teaching practices of Natural Sciences teachers in the classroom. The following question guided the study: How do instructional strategies shape the teaching practices of Natural Sciences teachers in the classroom? Semi-structured interviews and observations were used to collect data from two purposefully sampled participants. The findings reveal that instructional strategies have a more significant effect on the teaching practices of natural science teachers. Further, Natural Sciences teachers still use the old way of teaching, which is the rote-learning which promotes meditation instead of understating scientific concepts. This consequently led to the learner’s lack of interest and poor performance in the subject. It is thus sensible to recommend that the Department of Basic Education (DBE) provides adequate support in terms of workshops to teachers on instructional strategies.
Clarifying the significance of instructional methodologies for environmental education integration
Authors: Sikhosana Lettah
Published: November 2022

This paper was aimed at clarifying the significance of instructional methodologies used by senior-phase teachers to integrate environmental education. The researcher’s empirical evidence evoked interest in this paper; the researcher noted that senior-phase teachers would barely integrate environmental education and if they did, they would only rely on an outdoor teaching method. This observation piqued the paper's attention. A qualitative interpretive multiple case study method was used. This paper was conducted in three senior phase schools in the Nkangala district in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa. Three teachers who taught natural science, technology, and life orientation subjects were sampled purposefully. Data were obtained through semi-structured interviews and pre- and post-lesson observations, and a typology approach was used to analyze data. The main research findings were that these teachers had confusion about which instructional methodologies to use when integrating environmental education. Furthermore, this paper revealed that the use of instructional methodologies such as narrative, lecture, project, jigsaw, textbook, and student team accomplishment division methods hampered environmental education integration inadequately. Nonetheless, instructional methodologies such as the interactive method, the outdoor learning method, the question-and-answer method, and the discussion method allowed some of these teachers to integrate environmental education effectively. Therefore, to ensure that there is an education for sustainable development and that teaching and learning are responsive to the Sustainable Development Goals. It is recommended that the curriculum implementers and teachers establish ongoing environmental education programs consistent with South Africa’s Curriculum Assessment Policy Statement to enable adequate integration of environmental education through various instructional methodologies.
Instilling eLearning culture towards recipients of a rurally disadvantaged institution of higher learning
Authors: Makena Bulelwa , Mpahla Ntando
Published: November 2022

This paper explores how eLearning culture can be meaningfully instilled as an empowerment approach towards improved learning for an underprivileged rural institution. A qualitative study embedded in a case study design was undertaken. To collect data, semi-structured interviews were administered to three purposefully nominated participants. These were university teachers who rendered their teaching services in a university located within a rural community in one of the Eastern Cape Education Districts. The findings of this inquiry revealed that (i) quality teaching and learning, (ii) lack of eLearning resources and infrastructure, intertwined with (iii) attitudinal behavior from both teachers and learners, were results of inefficiency towards online learning. The study concludes with recommendations that there is an urgent need to invent motivation strategies as no single individual had ever anticipated the emergent turnaround in the entire universe, where all institutions of higher learning were forced to embark on online learning, disregarding diverseness and rurality of learner-teacher constituencies thereof, as recipients in the schooling environments.
Leadership development framework for women in policing in South Africa: Overcoming leadership barriers
Authors: Khosa Dee
Published: November 2022

In South Africa, the population composition reveals more females than males. However, the workforce participation data affirms a more male-dominated outlook. Such disparity between male and female workforce participation is especially evident in the law enforcement institutions like police departments. Although the prevailing laws have ensured access to employment opportunities, advancement in leadership roles by female police officers (FPOs) is found to be lacking. In this regard, this study examines the challenges faced by South African women in attaining leadership roles in policing. Furthermore, the study develops a leadership development framework for ensuring the advancement of women in policing. To accomplish this aim, the study acquired information from 8 male and 100 female police officers through questionnaire and interview methods, respectively. Queries were made to understand the experiences, challenges, and ways forward. Results elucidate that there is a lack of strategic policy in place that can ensure the advancement of women as leaders in the policing field in South Africa. Moreover, the overall outlook of male police officers is affected by stereotypical assumptions about females’ strengths and abilities.
Work stress and gender as determinants of job satisfaction among early childhood educators in Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Okeke Chinedu I. O. , Thomas Ogbeche Akobi
Published: November 2022

The study investigated work stress and gender determinants of job satisfaction among early childhood educators in Cross River State, Nigeria. The study adopted a correlational research design with a sample size of 362 respondents. The instrument for data collection was a questionnaire developed by the researchers. Mean and Pearson Product Moment Correlation Analysis was used to answer research questions, while Linear regression was used to test the null hypotheses at a 0.05 level of significance. The result of the study showed that work stress is a significant determinant of job satisfaction among early childhood educators in Cross River State. Gender is also a significant factor in determining job satisfaction. Job satisfaction is enhanced when work stress is reduced. It is recommended, among others, that the government and school proprietors should always meet early childhood educators' needs to reduce work stress and enhance their job satisfaction.
Examination of the importance of the process of developing new products
Authors: Catic Bajro , Poturak Mersid
Published: November 2022

The subject of scientific research is the examination of the importance of the process of developing new products, as well as the benefits of developing new products in the food and beverage industry in Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro. 350 respondents completed the structured questionnaire. The effects of the new product development process on the benefits of new product development were performed using multiple regression analysis. In contrast, the correlation between the new product development process and the benefits of new product development was performed using Spearman's rank correlation as a non-parametric alternative to Pearson's correlation. It was determined that there is a significant impact of the NPD process on the NPD benefit, and there is also a statistically significant correlation between all phases of the NPD process with the NPD benefit.
The influence of service quality, corporate image, and customer satisfaction on customer loyalty in banking sector in Yogyakarta
Authors: Christanto Yohanes Michael , Santoso Singgih
Published: November 2022

Indonesia has a lot of sectors that function to drive economic activity. One of the existing sectors is the banking industry. A bank has the primary aim of gaining loyalty from its customers. Besides improving service quality, maintaining the corporate image and increasing customer satisfaction also affect customer loyalty. The purpose of this study is to determine the influence of service quality, corporate image, and customer satisfaction on customer loyalty. The research method is survey research, which uses a questionnaire as a research instrument. This study's population is customers with a bank account in Indonesia, with a total of 200 respondents. The result shows that the variable of service quality, and corporate image, has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction and customer satisfaction has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty. In contrast, service quality and the corporate image does not have a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty.
Factors influencing quality and performance of cloud computing platforms defined by personal users in South Africa
Authors: Ravele Khathutshelo J. , Mtotywa Matolwandile
Published: November 2022

Cloud computing changed our way of doing things because we now maintain our systems and data on global online platforms. The research aimed to investigate the predictive factors determining the quality of personal users' cloud computing and their effect on platform performance. The study adopted a cross-sectional, descriptive, quantitative design conducted within South African communities and received 254 responses, a response rate of 66.1%. The measurement model (SRMR = 0.071) results demonstrated that cost-effectiveness, reliability, flexibility, availability, security effectiveness, and scalability collectively define the quality of cloud computing platforms utilized by personal users. AVE (0.575 – 0.694), CR (0.844 – 0.901), Fornell-Larcker criterion, and cross-loadings confirmed convergent validity, reliability, and discriminant validity. Security effectiveness, scalability, and reliability have a statistically significant effect on platform performance with small to medium effect sizes. The theoretical implication is an enhanced domestication theory of technology based on cloud computing, thus providing insights into the needs required to fit within the prevailing environment and context. In addition, it helped understand the personal users' decisions on cloud computing. The study enhances cloud computing at a personal level through understanding that the decision and value may differ from well-researched organizational levels.
Factors influencing the implementation of knowledge management in the South African government
Authors: Barbier Lance , Tengeh Robertson
Published: November 2022

Although Knowledge Management was introduced as a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) for all senior management in South Africa 15 years ago, its implementation has been slow and inconsistent. This paper aimed to identify the factors that contribute to or deter the implementation of Knowledge Management in the South African government. The issue was explored through a review of literature on Knowledge Management, as well as results of an interview and questionnaire completed by government officials doing Knowledge Management practitioner work in the South African government. The quantitative data was analysed using DATAtab. The findings identified two key factors that deter the implementation of Knowledge Management in the South African government: most departments in the South African government do not value Knowledge Management, and public officials responsible for implementing Knowledge Management in their departments lack implementation skills. A lack of research on Knowledge Management in developmental governments exists. More research on this subject is necessary. The research will benefit Knowledge Management and Public Administration practitioners alike.
Cultural beliefs influencing access to maternal healthcare services in East Pokot Pastoral communities, Baringo County, Kenya
Authors: John Maureen , Vundi Nashon , Gichuhi David
Published: November 2022

The purpose of this study was to assess the cultural beliefs influencing access to maternal healthcare in East Pokot Pastoral Communities, Baringo County, Kenya. The study was founded on the choice-making model and the theory of access. The research methodology was directed by the descriptive survey design. The target population was 5720 women of reproductive age between 15 and 49 years and their partners, community leaders, government health facilities administrators, traditional birth attendants and community health workers from the pastoralist communities in East Pokot in Baringo County, Kenya. A stratified purposive sampling technique included stratified and purposive sampling techniques were used to sample 146 participants. Data was collected using Focus Group Discussions and in-depth interviews. Using the Nvivo software, the data were coded and tracked and the findings were presented using narratives with quotations. The study found that the cultural beliefs that the community members held at times barred the women from accessing maternal healthcare services in the East Pokot sub-county.
The impact of moral character evaluations on cheating, emotions, and self-evaluation
Authors: Lee Wing Shing , Yuan-Hsien Chuang
Published: November 2022

Cheating occasionally occurs in organizations; sometimes, it is not easy to detect. Some organizations, such as schools and companies, may include an assessment of individuals' moral character as part of their assessments. Some people believe that when a person is evaluated as moral, he or she will continue to behave ethically. Conversely, when a person is rated below his or her level, he or she will strive to perform better. This article aims to investigate a person's private response to being assessed by their peers for their moral character. We conducted two experimental studies. Study 1 consisted of two groups. Participants in the high-score group received higher ratings from their peers than themselves, while participants in the low-score group received worse ratings than their own. In the following dice-under-cup game, participants in the high-score group were more likely to cheat than those in the low-score group. Study 2 showed that both groups reported varying satisfaction, happiness, and disappointment. In addition, those in the high-score group were more likely to increase their honesty ratings, while those in the low group did not. Our results suggest that assessments of an individual's moral character may not have desirable outcomes as some people believe.