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Grief and Sorrow in the Roman World
Authors: Smart Anthony
Published: November 2024

Engaging with the long history of emotions, this book provides a new narrative of how grief was defined, experienced and used in Ancient Rome.From studies of tears and weeping, to Roman funerary monuments and inscriptions, the role of female grief in navigating political conflict, and letters of consolation,Grief and Sorrow in the Roman Worldexplores the language of grief and individuality of sorrow in Rome, and asks how and why they shaped their emotions in this way.

Revisiting familiar sources such as Livy and Plutarch it offers new interpretations to place the Roman emotional framework against our own. Can we recognise our own notions of grief in the Ancient World? Do we feel pain in the same way as our Roman ancestors did? Exploring these questions and more, Anthony Smart challenges existing perceptions of grief and sorrow in the Roman world and places emotions at the centre of this rich culture.
Roger Scruton: The Philosopher on Dover Beach
Authors: Dooley Mark
Published: November 2024

Roger Scruton is one of the outstanding British philosophers of the post-war years. This book presents Scruton's life and work and a careful analysis of his central ideas. It shows how Scruton defends Hegelian and Burkean view of human nature, one founded on allegiance to the State as the guarantor of tangible freedom.
Mediation Law and Civil Practice
Authors: Allen Tony
Published: November 2024

‘Here you have all you need to know and more… this textbook will become the ADR bible. I unreservedly recommend it.’The Rt Hon Sir Alan Ward*

Mediation Law and Civil Practiceexamines the position of mediation within the civil justice system in England and Wales, providing an essential read for mediators, mediation providers, lawyers, judges, academics and students. The book traces the evolution of the relationship between the courts and mediation, discussing all the significant judgments relating to mediation over the last 30 years as well as exploring the key concepts at the heart of mediation and all the latest developments.

TheThird Edition:

- Discusses the impact ofChurchill v Merthyr Tydfiland the consequent CPR changes in force as from 1 October 2024 on mediation and civil justice in England & Wales - Includes new content on: - The latest Ministry of Justice initiatives in promoting mediation - The differences between mediation and neutral evaluation - Mediator ethics - The future of mediation in English civil justice - Provides an update on proposed reforms to the Pre-Action Protocols over requiring use of mediation - Fully updated caselaw, including significant post-Churchilldecisions such asNorthamber v Genee World; Heyes v Holt;andInvenia v Hudson- A review of how mediation has become integrated into civil practice over the last 35 years and the relationship between mediation, academic theory, statute, caselaw and court rules

The book also challenges the status quo by casting doubt on some decisions and generates alternative thinking around current law and practice.

This title is included in Bloomsbury Professional's Mediation online service.

*From the Foreword to the 1st edition
Aurobindo
Authors: Chakrabarty Bidyut
Published: November 2024

This book elaborates the politico-ideological viewpoints of Aurobindo, as displayed when he reigned as one of the major nationalist leaders defining Indian nationalism.Bidyut Chakrabarty examines Aurobindo’s politico-ideological ideas during the period (1893-1910) when he was an active participant in the ‘New Nationalist’ or ‘Democratic Nationalist’ campaign, which started with the bifurcation of the Indian National Congress between the Moderates and Extremists (also known as the Revolutionary Nationalists) in its 1907 annual session, held at Surat. Chapters cover Aurobindo’s distinctive ideas of nationalism, which he evolved in collaboration with his colleagues, especially Lal-Bal-Pal (Lala Lajpat Rai, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, and Bipin Chandra Pal), and how he redefined the practice of nationalism. The book also demonstrates that unlike his predecessors, the Moderates, Aurobindo set out many strategies — including boycott and passive resistance — to execute the distinctive plan he designed to attain his politico-ideological goal. Other topics include the relatively less discussed aspect of Aurobindo’s socio-political ideas, namely his unique model of education as an antidote to many of the crippling socio-cultural prejudices, and the importance of Bhagavad Gita in shaping Aurobindo’s politico-ideological priorities.
Women and the Romance of the Word
Authors: Mukherjee Sreemati
Published: November 2024

Around the middle of the 19th century, woman emerges as a new sign disrupting the cultural economy of Bengal and reversing and realigning conventional notions and expectations of woman’s agency and power. The colonial interface would have been important because a need for women’s overall development was felt amongst the male intelligentsia of the period and some of the key texts that circulated at the beginning of the 19th century were Mary Wollstonecraft’sVindication of the Rights of Woman(1792), Thomas Paine’sRights of Man(1791), James Mill’sHistory of British India(1817), Richard Carlile’sEvery Woman’s Book(1826) and William Thompson’sAppeal of One Half the Human Race, Women, against thePretensions of the Other Half, Men(1825). The inaugural moment of this outstanding efflorescence of women’s writing in polemics, travel writing, autobiography and journal articles could be said to begin with Kailashbasini Devi’sHindu Mahilaganer Heenabastha(The Woeful Plight of Hindu Women, 1863), in autobiographies like Rassundari Devi’sAmar Jiban(My Life, 1876) and Binodini Dasi’sAmar Katha(My Words, 1913) and in personalised travelogues like Krishnabhabini Das’sEnglande Banga Mahila(A BengaliWoman in England, 1885). As Kailashbasini, Rassundari, Krishnabhabini and Binodini write, the romance of the word, the romance of learning and self-realisation is enacted. A new dramatic script emerges as Bengali women become the scriptwriters of their own histories.
Humanizing Power
Authors: Soindaji Dhananjay
Published: November 2024

The book discusses Dr Ambedkar`s philosophical intervention on power for reclaiming human dignity and locates its significance for making a constructive contribution to the existing theories and concepts of power.

Dr B R Ambedkar proposed a rational-legal approach to usher in a balance of power among political institutions under the framework of political democracy through checks and balances – constitutionalising the state structure. However, he was not satisfied with this formal mechanism for ensuring a check on the excesses of power. What he believed in was to usher in the balance of power among the social groups at the societal level to the formal distribution of power under political democracy. For him, this formal balance of power under political democracy would not be effective without the balance of power in the society – constitutionalising the social framework. The book explores the conceptual and philosophical moorings of the relationship between the consolidation of social democracy as propounded by Dr Ambedkar and the democratisation of political power and its deployment for human progress.
Conducting Original Research for Your Library
Authors: Gerrity Caitlin , Lanning Scott
Published: November 2024

A concise manual for professionals in the field, this book helps librarians master the skills to conduct, interpret, and analyze their own original research.

Many working librarians discover that original research would help them advocate for their libraries, but some graduate programs teach only limited research skills. Designed for all librarians, this book is a practical guide to engaging with the research process, from identifying a problem to sharing findings with others. Authors Caitlin Gerrity and Scott Lanning have packed this introductory guide and reference book with short, to-the-point information that librarians will refer to often at all stages of a research project. From research ethics to statistical significance and everything in between, this primer is the point-of-need resource for librarians in public, academic, and school libraries who wish to use original research to support the profession.
Remote Learning and Distance Education
Authors: Pruden III William H.
Published: November 2024

Remote learning and distance education burst into the national consciousness with the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic - yet it remains poorly understood in many ways. Explore a range of debates around this timely topic, including:can remote learning models of educational instruction produce the same (or better?) academic results than in-school learning? What are the socialization impacts of remote learning? What do education experts think is the next frontier in remote learning? This book explores those questions and many more.

Remote Learning and Distance Educationprovides the historical background and context for understanding the origins and evolution of distance education - an evolution which was accelerated dramatically, and in unpredictable ways, when the COVID-19 pandemic transformed millions of actual classrooms into virtual ones. Readers will better understand the problems, controversies and solutions surrounding distance education, from access and equity issues to maintaining academic integrity. Profiles of key figures and organizations, such as Khan Academy, give readers an introduction to important players in this potentially revolutionary approach to teaching and learning.
British Masculinity in Transatlantic Cinema
Authors: Owen-King Carolyn
Published: November 2024

British Masculinity in Transatlantic Cinemaexplores the Hollywood careers and stardom of British male actors who had fought in the first World War.

In an apparently incongruous development in the years after the armistice, some of the men who fought in Scottish regiments during World War I found some degree of career success in Hollywood’s film industry, two of which included Ronald Colman and Basil Rathbone. Through exploring transatlantic film history, this book uncovers the ways in which these men were presented in media and on screen, arguing that they carry with them, even in films made at the height of censorship, an appealing and attractive queerness. Owen-King expands on Eve Kosofsky Sedgewick’s theory of homosocial/homosexual continuum and offer readings of film texts that use her theories to survey gender and sexual identities within Hollywood’s Golden Era.
Literature in Late Monolingualism
Authors: Gramling David
Published: November 2024

Monolingualism is bad; literature is good — right?

For many of us monolingualism is associated with closed-mindedness, political nationalism, and a general hostility to diverse knowledges and experiences of the world. In contrast, literature continues to stand allegedly unbeholden, as a symbolic beacon for expansive human expression and insight — making meaning astride Earth’s thousands of human languages.

But what if this division of virtue and vice isn’t quite right, leading us to overlook the uninterrupted historical and aesthetic collusion between political monolingualism and literary novels today? What if novels made in a European mold tend to be much more indebted to monolingual structures, ideologies, and styles than their publishers, and even their critics, care to acknowledge?

Instead of whistling past such a discomfort,Literature in Late Monolingualismrecognizes it squarely — detailing the important ways in which many authors of contemporary novels do so too. As it turns out, these authors and their novels tend to be far less skittish than their marketers are about the vast implications of monolingualism in literature, literary critique, and civic life. Rather than rebuking monolingualism as a social vice or a personal shortcoming, authors from China Miéville to Dorthe Nors to Karin Tidbeck to Neal Stephenson investigate it dauntlessly, aiming to show us in vivid terms how monolingualism is still often calling the shots in our globalized aesthetic and political cultures today.
History of India’s North-East Cinema
Authors: Baruah Parthajit
Published: November 2024

A History of India’s North-East Cinema:Deconstructing the Stereotypes, the first book on the history of cinema in this region, depicts the journey from the first Assamese film,Joymoti(1935), to the present time.

This book addresses the peripheral status and identity crisis of North-Eastern people in mainland India, a region that comprises eight states, and examines the role of Bollywood in the construction and misrepresentation of this region in popular Hindi cinema.

The book is divided into three parts. Part I looks at how the people of the North-East are constructed as 'foreigners’ or ‘outsiders' by mainland Indians, due to their physical facial features. Part II discusses the socio-political and cultural shifts in the region of Assam, the issue of Assamese identity which led to the Assam Movement and the upsurge of the insurgent group United Liberation Front of Assam (ULFA). It provides a nuanced discussion on the background and foreground of the first and second Assamese films,Joymoti(1935) andIndramalati(1939). Part III traces the journey of cinema in the seven other North-Eastern states—Manipur, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, Tripura and Sikkim, narrating the regions’ socio-political phenomena and the unique cultural discourses. For instance, one of the chapters examines the turbulent period beginning with the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) and its impact on the growth of cinema in the region.

The book contains a rare collection of film posters, newspaper advertisements, photographs, letters and other documents, representing both the public and private domain of film-making.
Analysis of the perception of stress factors in nurses working in an Emergency Department
Authors: Martins Marta , Almeida José Carlos , Imaginário Cristina
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Stress affects a large proportion of nurses, who are more susceptible to it because of their demanding work. Objectives: To study the relationship between stress and sociodemographic and professional variables, and to analyse the perception of stress factors among Emergency Department nurses and their relationship with shift work. Material and Methods: A descriptive-correlational, cross-sectional, and quantitative study. The Nurses' Professional Stress Scale was applied, consisting of 34 items that measure the frequency of situations experienced as stressful by nurses in a hospital environment. It evaluates three types of environments and seven factors the authors consider to be significant stressors. The sample consisted of 60 nurses. Data was processed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Most participants were female (68.3%), aged between 31 and 40 (61.7%). Participants with children who work in other institutions had higher stress factors. There was no relationship between the stress variable and the work regime. The participants' stress was, on average, more associated with the item "Death and dying," a factor of the "Psychological environment," the "Workload," a factor of the "Physical environment," and at the level of the "Social environment," the "Conflict with doctors". Conclusions: Participants with children and who work in other institutions were the ones who perceived high-stress factors. There was no relationship between the stress variable and the working regime. Regarding the three types of environment, stress was associated with the items "Death and dying," "Workload," and "Conflict with doctors".
Generativ parametrische Entwicklung von technischen Systemen
Authors: Altun Osman
Published: November 2024

Angesichts der wachsenden Komplexität technischer Systeme stehen Entwicklungsabteilungen besonders in den frühen Entwicklungsphasen vor Herausforderungen, die im Umgang mit großen, unstrukturierten Lösungsräumen liegen. Dies erfordert Technologien zur systematischen Lösungsraumexploration, um eine Vielzahl an Entwürfen automatisiert in Bezug auf Nutzungsszenarien zu generieren und die Entscheidungsfindung hinsichtlich optimaler Lösungen algorithmisch zu gestalten. Diese Arbeit stellt eine generativ parametrische Entwicklungsumgebung zur Automatisierung der Lösungsraumexploration mittels numerischer Inferenzbildung für technische Systeme vor. Die Entwicklungsumgebung umfasst drei wesentliche Komponenten: Ein generativ parametrisches Geometriemodell, ein Analysewerkzeug für funktionale Simulationen und ein Synthesewerkzeug zur Inferenzbildung. Um den Einsatz von funktionalen und geometrischen Modellen für eine numerische Optimierung zu ermöglichen, wird eine Modellierungsstrategie eingeführt, die eine Beschreibung von technischen Systemen mit normierten Parametern zulässt. Das Vorgehen für den Aufbau derartiger Entwicklungsumgebungen wird in einem methodischen Rahmenwerk festgehalten und am Beispiel einer Teemaschine demonstriert.
Verschleißreduktion durch Borieren von Werkzeugen der Warmmassivumformung
Authors: Petersen Tom
Published: November 2024

Das Ziel dieser Arbeit ist es, die Belastbarkeit von Schmiedegesenken in der Warmmassivumformung (Gesenkschmieden) durch den Einsatz des Plasmaborierverfahrens zu steigern. Borierte Oberflächen zeichnen sich durch eine hohe Randschichthärte von oberhalb 2000 HV, einer hohen thermischen Stabilität sowie einer sehr guten Verzahnung im Grundwerkstoff aus. Die gute Anbindung zum Grundwerkstoff und der Aufbau der Borierzone können eine ausgeprägte Rissneigung, wie sie bei nitrierten Warmarbeitsstählen zu beobachten ist, unterbinden und daher eine gute Alternative zum Nitrieren darstellen. Der Versagenseintritt durch thermisch bedingten abrasiven Verschleiß und plastische Deformation konnte bei den modifizierten borierten Werkzeugen in Richtung erhöhter Schmiedezyklen oder Losgrößen verschoben werden.
Modifizierung der Eigenspannungsverteilung in warmmassivumgeformten Bauteilen
Authors: Kock Christoph Martin
Published: November 2024

Versagensfälle warmmassivumgeformter Bauteile werden oft mit fertigungstechnisch induzierten Zugeigenspannungen in Verbindung gebracht. Daher liegt der Fokus dieser Arbeit auf der gezielten Einstellung einer für den Anwendungsfall vorteilhaften Eigenspannungsverteilung durch den Warmmassivumformprozess. Die Modifizierung der Eigenspannungen wird mit Hilfe verschiedener gesteuerter Abkühlstrategien von der Umformwärme in einem Spraykühlungssystem erfolgreich für Bauteile aus dem Werkstoff 1.3505 realisiert. Die Abkühlstrategien werden basierend auf Prozesssimulationen ausgelegt. Das FE-Simulationsmodell wird auf den Ergebnissen einer thermo-mechanisch-metallurgischen Materialcharakterisierung aufgebaut, wobei der Berücksichtigung des umwandlungsplastischen Effektes eine besondere Bedeutung zukommt.
Integrating Mental Health Awareness into Road Safety Measures: An Urgent Road Safety Perspective for Cameroon
Authors: Nkendong Divine Mbamome
Published: November 2024

This article explores the intricate relationship between mental health disorders and their potential impact on road safety, with a particular emphasis on Cameroon. Mental health conditions such as Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Schizophrenia, Substance Use Disorder, and borderline personality disorder are examined in the context of driving behaviors, road rage incidents, and overall road safety. The objective is not to stigmatize individuals with mental illness but to highlight the importance of screening, support, and attention to mental health in the context of increasing road accidents. The paper discusses the symptoms of these disorders and how they may increase the risk of road accidents. It also explores the roles of government, community, and individuals in enhancing road safety through mental health support. Evidence-based data specific to road safety in Cameroon and other developing countries are utilized to support the arguments. Recommendations for interventions and support mechanisms are provided, emphasizing a non-discriminatory and objective approach.
Assessing the Therapeutic Potential of Miracle Berry (Synsepalum Dulcificum) Leaf Extract in Attenuating Angiogenesis: Implications for Supportive Care in Cancer Treatment
Authors: Tungul Ninna Alyssa , Dianne A. Tatad Angel , Valledor Daisy Mae P. , F. German Kristine Mae , C. Beserel Ann Margreth , Candog Jr., RN, MAN Tarcisio B.
Published: November 2024

Angiogenesis is critical in cancer progression, and examining the anti-angiogenic effects of Synsepalum dulcificum leaf could influence cancer treatment. This study utilized distilled water (negative control), Vitamin A (positive control), and Miracle Berry Leaf Crude Extract at concentrations of 100mg/L, 1000mg/L, 5000mg/L, and 10000mg/L on 8-day-old duck eggs. Methods were through chick chorioallantoic membrane assay and morphometric analysis of embryos. The result shows that the treatment group showed smaller vascular densities compared to Vitamin A (169±31.0), with T3 being the lowest and exhibited a Cohen’s d of 2.64. ANOVA also revealed significant differences (p<0.05) in vascular density. Meanwhile, T3 showed the highest vascular inhibition and effect size (d=3.60) and results showed non-significant p-values (p>0.05) across treatments. Furthermore, T1 showed the highest values in morphometric parameters while T3 and T4 had lower values demonstrated by the underdeveloped embryos. No significant differences were found across treatments and between the four concentrations and Vitamin A in terms of morphometric analysis. Results of low vascular densities indicate anti-angiogenic activity. It was evident that with increasing concentration, there was a decrease in blood vessel count and a greater inhibition which was likely due to phytochemicals present and the extract’s anti-angiogenic effects. A non-significant value suggests that varying concentrations may have similar inhibitory effects. Morphometric analysis showed that higher concentrations of S. dulcificum led to underdeveloped embryos, with T3 being the most toxic. Statistical analysis indicated consistent anti-angiogenic effects, suggesting all concentrations impact anti-angiogenesis similarly, and that their effects are similar with Vitamin A.
Los trabajos prácticos y el desempeño de los estudiantes: una revisión sistemática de literatura
Authors: Vargas-Neira Samuel David , Bernal-Ballén Andrés , Briceño-Martínez John Jairo
Published: November 2024

Los trabajos prácticos han sido fuente inagotable de investigación en el campo de la didáctica de las ciencias. Dada su importancia y la incidencia en los desempeños de los estudiantes, se hace necesario desarrollar una revisión sistemática de la literatura, con el objetivo de identificar las relaciones entre estas dos variables (trabajos prácticos y desempeño de los estudiantes). Se utilizó la metodología PRISMA, así como los métodos: revisión documental y hermenéutico. Se exploraron las bases de datos Scopus y Web of Science, de donde se seleccionaron 33 publicaciones, en las que las que emergieron tres categorías principales: construcción de conocimientos, desarrollo de habilidades y cambios de actitud en los estudiantes. Los resultados obtenidos sugieren la importancia de la implementación de trabajos prácticos al favorecer en el desempeño de los estudiantes estas tres categorías; además, favorecen la generación de alternativas de evaluación, específicamente formativa para mejorar los procesos de aprendizaje. Los trabajos prácticos mediados por tecnologías de la información y la comunicación ofrecen un potencial significativo en los aprendizajes, desarrollo de habilidades y mejora en las actitudes de los estudiantes.
Uso del Atlas 3D en el aprendizaje de la Anatomía Humana en estudiantes de Bachillerato
Authors: Giler-Medina Patricio , Giler-Medina Camila , Medina-Gorozabel Glenda
Published: November 2024

El objetivo de la investigación fue evaluar el uso del Atlas 3D de Visible Body como herramienta de apoyo al aprendizaje de la Anatomía Humana en estudiantes de Bachillerato en el período 2022 - 2023. Se empleó la investigación de campo con enfoque cuantitativo. A nivel teórico se utilizaron los métodos analítico y reflexivo. Se realizó la comparación del desempeño estudiantil en pruebas de conocimiento, diagnóstica y formativa, sobre la enseñanza secundaria mediada por el programa informático didáctico Atlas 3D de Visible Body. Se aplicó una encuesta en docentes y estudiantes sobre la utilidad del programa informático didáctico y su facilidad de uso. Los resultados muestran que el uso del del Atlas 3D mejora significativamente el desempeño estudiantil en pruebas de conocimiento, así como la utilidad y facilidad de uso en docentes y estudiantes. Además, los estudiantes reportaron una mayor comprensión de los conceptos de anatomía en Ciencias Naturales y una mayor facilidad para visualizar y entender la estructura y función del cuerpo humano. En conclusión, el uso del programa informático didáctico Atlas 3D de Visible Body puede ser una estrategia efectiva para mejorar el aprendizaje de la Anatomía Humana en estudiantes de Bachillerato.
Problemas jurídicos del apremio personal en procesos legales por incumplimiento de obligaciones alimentarias
Authors: Yanez-Gaibor Luis Eduardo , Rodríguez-Salcedo Eliana del Rocío
Published: November 2024

El presente artículo tiene como objetivo analizar los problemas jurídicos que surgen como consecuencia de la aplicación del apremio personal como una medida coercitiva utilizada por las autoridades para garantizar el cumplimiento de obligaciones legales de los proveedores. Para su cumplimiento se desarrolló un estudio de revisión bibliográfica, consistente en la sistematización exhaustiva de la literatura actualizada sobre el tema, apoyada en los métodos exegético y hermenéutico, así como en la técnica de análisis de contenido. El estudio se enfoca en aspectos tales como: la proporcionalidad de la medida, los derechos humanos, la responsabilidad de los actores involucrados y las alternativas al apremio personal. Entre los hallazgos se significa el vacío legal en la reincidencia del apremio personal en procesos por incumplimiento de las obligaciones alimentarias, convirtiéndose en uno de los principales problemas jurídicos actuales.
Barreras a la actividad física entre estudiantes universitarias: un análisis en la Universidad Técnica de Machala
Authors: Guachi-Loma Raquel Estefania , Correa-Burgos Jordy Abel
Published: November 2024

Esta investigación con diseño no experimental de tipo descriptivo con enfoque cuantitativo tiene por objetivo determinar las barreras más significativas que afectan la promoción de la actividad física y la concienciación dentro de la comunidad universitaria femenina en la Universidad Técnica de Machala. Se recopilaron datos utilizando el auto-informe (ABPEF). Además, se emplearon los método analítico-sintético y análisis documental como herramientas complementarias, que contribuyeron de manera significativa a la revisión de la literatura. También se empleó el método estadístico en la planificación, recolección, procesamiento y análisis de los datos.  En conclusión, se reconoce que la actividad física es fundamental para mejorar la calidad de vida de las mujeres universitarias. Es crucial abordar y superar las barreras identificadas como una valiosa contribución a la formación integral de esta población, considerando especialmente aquellas relacionadas con la pereza, la preocupación por la percepción del aspecto físico, inadecuadas infraestructuras, la falta de tiempo y las obligaciones familiares, que son las más percibidas y que representan desafíos significativos para la participación en actividades físicas estructuradas (ejercicios y deportes).
Estrategia metodológica para el aprendizaje de la numeración en segundo año de la EGB
Authors: Vanegas-Chacha Loyda Ximena , Banchón-Bohórquez Karina Geoconda , Naranjo-Vaca Gregory Edison
Published: November 2024

Se presentan los resultados de una investigación desarrollada en la Unidad Educativa "Prócer José Cuero y Caicedo", con niños de segundo año de EGB, con el objetivo de elaborar una  estrategia metodológica para el aprendizaje de la numeración sustentada en la utilización de herramientas digitales, a partir de la identificación de insuficiencias en este sentido motivadas fundamentalmente por el predominio de métodos de enseñanza tradicional dada la insuficiente preparación de los docentes para incorporar de manera sistemática el uso de herramientas digitales en el proceso de enseñanza aprendizaje. Para el desarrollo de la investigación se utilizaron métodos teóricos (análisis y síntesis, inducción-deducción, modelación y enfoque de sistema), empíricos (revisión documental, observación, entrevista y prueba pedagógica) y matemáticos (estadística descriptiva e inferencial). La efectividad de la estrategia metodológica elaborada para dar solución al problema formulado se corroboró a través de su aplicación parcial mediante la investigación acción y un taller de socialización con especialistas, quienes reconocieron su valor y realizaron sugerencias para su perfeccionamiento. Los resultados obtenidos, aunque parciales, permitieron constatar avances en el aprendizaje de la numeración y se corresponden con los hallazgos de investigaciones precedentes sobre la efectividad de las herramientas digitales para el aprendizaje de la Matemática
Juego didáctico interactivo para el aprendizaje del cálculo de suma y resta en EGB
Authors: Quijije-Villacis Mercy Guadalupe , Castro-Tiama Jessica Maribel , Naranjo-Vaca Gregory Edison
Published: November 2024

La investigación se desarrolló en la institución educativa "José Joaquín de Olmedo" a partir de la identificación por las autoras de insuficiencias en el aprendizaje del cálculo de suma y resta por los estudiantes de sexto año de la EGB, generadas entre otras causas por el predominio de la enseñanza tradicional y la insuficiente utilización de las potencialidades didácticas del juego. Se identificó como problema científico ¿Cómo perfeccionar el aprendizaje del cálculo de suma y resta por los estudiantes de sexto año de EGB?, para su solución se consideró diseñar un juego didáctico interactivo para el aprendizaje del cálculo de suma y resta a través de la resolución de problemas matemáticos, lo que constituye el objetivo de la investigación. En el desarrollo de la investigación se utilizaron diversos métodos y técnicas teóricos (análisis y síntesis, inducción y deducción y modelación), empíricos (observación, análisis documental, entrevistas, prueba pedagógica) y matemáticos (análisis descriptivo). Para corroborar la factibilidad de la propuesta se utilizó la investigación acción y el taller de socialización con especialistas. Como resultado se constataron transformaciones en el aprendizaje del cálculo de suma y resta lo que permitió corroborar la eficacia de la utilización de los juegos didácticos interactivos para el aprendizaje.
Pertinencia de la carrera de Contabilidad: percepciones de egresados y empleadores en Machala
Authors: Gutiérrez-Jaramillo Néstor Daniel , Orellana-Ulloa Milca Naara , Jarrín-Salcan Marcia Esther
Published: November 2024

La pertinencia de la carrera de Contabilidad es crucial para que los profesionales posean tanto conocimientos teóricos sólidos como habilidades prácticas necesarias para enfrentar las dinámicas del mercado. Este estudio evalúa cómo la carrera de Contabilidad en la Universidad Técnica de Machala se alinea con las necesidades del entorno y las expectativas de la sociedad, considerando las percepciones de egresados y empleadores. Con un enfoque descriptivo, exploratorio y correlacional, y utilizando un diseño transversal no experimental, se aplicaron encuestas a 600 individuos, incluyendo egresados y empleadores. Los datos se analizaron mediante tablas de frecuencias, gráficos de barras y pruebas inferenciales (ANOVA, chi-cuadrado, t de Student). Los resultados indican que la carrera es percibida como pertinente por ambos grupos. Los egresados mostraron alta satisfacción con su formación, y los empleadores valoraron su preparación práctica y teórica. Sin embargo, se identificaron áreas de mejora en la adopción de tecnologías y herramientas de análisis de datos. Los análisis inferenciales revelaron que no existen diferencias significativas entre las percepciones de egresados y empleadores, sugiriendo homogeneidad en las percepciones. La formación continua no influyó significativamente en la satisfacción laboral, destacando la solidez de la formación inicial. En conclusión, la carrera de Contabilidad es adecuada, aunque se deben considerar mejoras tecnológicas y en la formación continua
La desnaturalización de las medidas cautelares
Authors: Llamuca-Curay Ruth Amparo , Altamirano-Poveda Edgar David , Morales-Castro Samuel
Published: November 2024

En los sistemas jurídicos contemporáneos, las medidas cautelares son esenciales para garantizar la eficacia de la justicia y la protección de derechos fundamentales antes de la resolución final de los procesos judiciales. Estas medidas permiten a los tribunales prevenir daños irreparables y mantener el estado de cosas, evitando injusticias derivadas de las demoras en las decisiones legales. Su importancia radica tanto en su función protectora inmediata como en sus implicaciones para el estado de derecho y la administración equitativa de la justicia. En contextos jurídicos complejos, especialmente en casos de derechos humanos y medioambientales, su relevancia es aún mayor (Smith y Jones, 2020). El artículo analiza la desnaturalización de las medidas cautelares, un fenómeno caracterizado por cambios en su aplicación e interpretación, cuestionando su efectividad y alineación con los principios de justicia. Se examinan reformas legislativas, prácticas judiciales e implicaciones socio-jurídicas para entender cómo estas transformaciones afectan la integridad del sistema de justicia y la protección legal de los individuos
Análisis de la Oferta Académica en Ambato y su Pertinencia para el Desarrollo Regional
Authors: Zambrano-Real Rebeca Andrea , Flores-Cruz Paola Lizeth , Samaniego-Loza Francisco Javier
Published: November 2024

Este artículo examina la oferta académica en la ciudad de Ambato, provincia de Tungurahua, Ecuador, y su pertinencia para el desarrollo socioeconómico regional. A través de un análisis detallado de la evolución económica, las necesidades del mercado laboral y la distribución de la oferta educativa, se evalúa cómo las instituciones de educación superior están respondiendo a las demandas locales y nacionales. El estudio identifica las áreas de fortaleza y las oportunidades de mejora en la formación académica, proporcionando recomendaciones para optimizar la contribución de la educación superior al desarrollo regional.
Comparative Analysis of Calcium Oxalate Accumulation in Indian Vegetables and Napier Grass Versus Spinach
Authors:   Department of Botany, Anwarul Uloom College, New Mallepally, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500001, India, Firdous Rafia , Nazneen Sumera ,   Department of Botany, Anwarul Uloom College, New Mallepally, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500001, India
Published: November 2024

The calcium and oxalate levels in 14 different plant species—including radish, beetroot, onion, and Napier grass—sold in local markets were examined. Analyzing the variations in the oxalate content of these 14 leafy and root vegetables gathered from different local markets in the Telangana state twin towns of Hyderabad and Secunderabad was also deemed relevant in this context. Numerous leafy and root vegetables, as well as grazing crops like Napier grass, create and collect oxalates. Despite the fact that oxalate can be a significant component of plants, significant details about its production, accumulation, and catabolism remain unclear. Fourteen Indian-grown leafy and root vegetables were tested for water-soluble oxalate concentration. The water-soluble oxalates in these 14 leafy vegetables were divided into three groups: Low (0 to 4.0%), Medium (4.1 to 8.0%), and High (>8.1%). The amounts of aqueous oxalates in four leafy plants (colocasia, purple and green amaranth, and spinach) varied from 8.115 to 12.580%. The medium water soluble oxalate content of two more leafy vegetables (cabbage and onion stalks) varied from 4.275 to 5.330%, while the low group’s eight vegetables (beetroot, cabbage, coriander, curry leaf dill, drumstick, fenugreek, Napier grass, and taro) ranged from 0.332 to 2.50. Of the total calcium, the proportion of calcium bound in the water-soluble oxalate component of the leafy vegetables varied from 5.2% to 332.1% in spinach and onion stalks, respectively. These leafy and root crops’ calcium binding capacities varied from 1.02 to 40.20% for spinach and radish, respectively.
Examining the Impact of Hawking on Personal Development: Predictors and Determinants
Authors: Allen Otunomeruke James , Francis Itiveh , Godspower Eriyeva A. , Thomas Ejemah Emumena
Published: November 2024

Hawking is a prevalent economic activity in many developing countries, contributing significantly to the informal economy and the livelihoods of individuals. This is a cross-sectional study using data collected from household-based survey on April 2024 in Isoko Communities with 500 women and men aged 15-65 that had at least one vendor in the last two years. The study assessed the impacts of hawking and personal development using statistical methods. Analysis was conducted in SPSS vs 26 that provided parameters such as descriptive statistic, correlation, regression models, and -2 Likelihood ratio test. Identified push factors contributing to the prevalence of hawking are poverty (88.6%), underemployment (84.2%), low income (82.6%), unemployment (80.2%), food insecurity (75.6%), and broken-homes (58.4%). The associated “Pull factors” include poverty alleviation (79.2%), and income earnings (9.4%). The study documented some effects which include low academic performance (26.2%), unwanted pregnancy (23.8%), and early marriage (6.4%). The results reveal that multiple socioeconomic and personal factors significantly increase the likelihood of engaging in hawking. The most influential predictors are “low income” and “underemployment”, both of which dramatically increase the odds of individuals resulting to hawking. “Food insecurity” and “family instability” add further explanatory power, but their contribution is relatively smaller. Notwithstanding, all the models are statistically significant (with p-values < 0.05), meaning the relationships between these factors and hawking are valid and reliable.
Digital transformation in public sector services: Enhancing productivity and accountability through scalable software solutions
Authors: Ugochukwu Francis Ikwuanusi  , Okeoma Onunka  , Samuel Jesupelumi Owoade  , Abel Uzoka
Published: November 2024

Digital transformation in public sector services is crucial for enhancing productivity and accountability, ensuring efficient service delivery to citizens. This process involves integrating scalable software solutions that streamline operations, improve data management, and facilitate communication among various stakeholders. Key areas of focus include cloud computing, data analytics, and automation technologies, which empower public agencies to optimize workflows and respond promptly to citizen needs. Cloud computing offers the flexibility and scalability necessary for managing large volumes of data and applications, enabling real-time access to information. By leveraging data analytics, public sector organizations can gain insights into service usage patterns, citizen feedback, and operational efficiency, allowing for data-driven decision-making. Furthermore, automation technologies, including robotic process automation (RPA), can significantly reduce manual tasks, freeing up resources for more strategic initiatives. Implementing scalable software solutions not only enhances productivity but also fosters greater transparency and accountability within public sector services. These solutions facilitate tracking and reporting mechanisms, enabling stakeholders to monitor performance metrics and service outcomes. Citizens benefit from improved access to information and services, leading to increased trust in government institutions. Moreover, digital transformation in the public sector encourages collaboration among agencies through integrated platforms that share data and resources. This collaborative approach promotes inter-agency partnerships and enhances the effectiveness of service delivery, ensuring that public sector organizations can address complex societal challenges more effectively. Challenges such as resistance to change, cybersecurity risks, and the need for continuous training must be addressed to maximize the benefits of digital transformation. Developing a culture of innovation and adaptability within public sector organizations is essential for overcoming these barriers and ensuring the successful implementation of scalable software solutions. In conclusion, embracing digital transformation through scalable software solutions positions public sector services to enhance productivity, accountability, and citizen engagement. This strategic shift not only improves operational efficiency but also reinforces the role of government as a responsive and accountable entity in the digital age.
Keywords: Digital Transformation, Public Sector Services, Productivity, Accountability, Scalable Software Solutions, Cloud Computing, Data Analytics, Automation Technologies, Citizen Engagement.
Conceptualizing green business practices in SMEs for sustainable development
Authors: Bamidele Micheal Omowole  , Amarachi Queen Olufemi-Phillips  , Onyeka Chrisanctus Ofodile  , Nsisong Louis Eyo-Udo  , Somto Emmanuel Ewim
Published: November 2024

This paper explores the integration of green business practices within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as a pathway toward sustainable development. SMEs play a pivotal role in economic growth, yet their environmental impact is often overlooked, with resource limitations posing significant challenges to adopting sustainable practices. This study examines the objectives, motivations, and barriers faced by SMEs in implementing green business practices and evaluates the broader implications for sustainable development.
The research identifies key green practices such as waste reduction, energy efficiency, and sustainable supply chain management, highlighting their potential to reduce environmental footprints while enhancing operational efficiency and competitiveness. Findings indicate that while resource constraints and limited access to sustainable technologies remain significant obstacles, SMEs adopting green practices experience long-term benefits, including cost savings, improved market positioning, and compliance with evolving regulatory demands. Additionally, this paper underscores the importance of policy support, financial incentives, and collaborative networks in facilitating the transition toward greener operations in the SME sector.
The study concludes that embracing green business practices not only contributes to environmental stewardship but also positions SMEs as critical drivers of sustainable development. Through strategic adaptation and support, SMEs can align their business objectives with global sustainability goals, fostering resilient economies that prioritize ecological and social well-being.
Keywords: Sustainable Development, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), Green Practices, Responsible Consumption, Climate Action, Economic Growth, Circular Economy, Green Finance, Digital Technologies, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Certification, Resource Efficiency, Competitive Advantage, Industry Partnerships, Operational Resilience.
Human Resources Management Strategies and Their Impact on Innovation and Development in Emerging Enterprises
Authors: Alsadoon Abdulrazak Amer Adnan
Published: November 2024

This study explores the impact of human resource management (HRM) strategies on innovation and development within emerging enterprises. As innovation is crucial for the growth and competitive edge of these firms, understanding the role of HRM remains under-researched in this context. To address this gap, the research surveyed 500 employees from various emerging enterprises, yielding 450 valid responses, collected through a structured questionnaire using a 5-point Likert scale. Data analysis with SPSS revealed that HRM practices—such as talent acquisition, training and development, performance management, and employee engagement—positively and significantly influence innovation and organizational growth. These findings underscore HRM’s strategic importance in fostering an environment conducive to innovation and continuous development, thereby supporting sustainable growth. The study contributes empirical insights into HRM’s role in enhancing innovation, offering actionable recommendations for HR managers and policymakers to strengthen their organization’s growth trajectory.
Comparative Analysis of Global Tax Regulations and Corporate Financial Reporting Practices
Authors: O’g’li Salomov , O’g’li Karimov , Ozodbek Tayirov
Published: November 2024

This paper explores the connection between international taxation and corporate reporting, in particular how overlapping tax jurisdictions affect the quality of corporate disclosures. With the growing complexity of international business and the differences between tax systems, understanding these interactions are important to policymakers and stakeholders. It employs a mixed-methods strategy that involves the literature review, quantitative analysis of financial statements from multinational companies and qualitative interviews with tax experts. The quantitative study employs regression approaches to distinguish commonalities in profit statements and tax liabilities across different systems of regulation; the qualitative insights highlight the challenges faced by e-commerce giants in navigating through fragmented tax regimes. This has a significant implication: the overall perception of seriousness between countries in tax and commercial programming can differ depending on how strict or lax their tax legislation is with corporations more likely to deploy profit shifting and minimisation tactics where the leveraging is lower. Therefore, it seems we have found substantial inconsistencies across global financial reporting practices! Industries that rely on intangible assets, like tech and pharma, are especially vulnerable to exploiting these discrepancies. The absence of alignment of international tax rules with financial reporting standards, in the conclusion shows great impediments to achieving harmonization of corporate governance and economic transparency worldwide. This study underlines that we need more international coordination in harmonising tax and reporting rules, to create a more equal and transparent global financial system. Regulatory challenges are growing, and future research should explore the impact of emerging technologies such as blockchain and digital assets on tax compliance and reporting practices.
ATUAÇÃO DO ENFERMEIRO NAS ESTRATÉGIAS DE PREVENÇÃO DA TRANSMISSÃO VERTICAL DO HIV
Authors: Pereira Emille Maiana Santos , Diaz Kátia Chagas Marques
Published: November 2024

Este trabalho, tem como objetivo analisar as estratégias utilizadas pelos enfermeiros na atenção primária a saúde, para a prevenção da transmissão vertical do HIV, destacando sua importância na saúde materno-infantil. A metodologia utilizada foi uma revisão sistemática, que incluiu a busca em bases de dados como PubMed, SciELO, BVS, google acadêmico, utilizando descritores com foco em temas como triagem pré-natal, intervenções de enfermagem e cuidados pós-natais e aplicando critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Os resultados indicaram que o enfermeiro desempenha um papel fundamental na identificação precoce de gestantes soropositivas, na prevenção da transmissão vertical e promoção da adesão ao tratamento antirretroviral, realizando educação em saúde sobre cuidados com o recém-nascido. Concluiu-se que a atuação do enfermeiro é essencial para garantir a saúde das gestantes e feto, e melhorar as chances de uma gestação saudável e sem risco ao neonato, reforçando a necessidade de uma abordagem integrada e humanizada no cuidado a esse grupo.