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4 - Excellence, Relevance and the University: The “Missing Middle” in Socio-Economic Engagement
Authors: Perry Beth , May Tim
Published: July 2023

The international political economy for higher education is marked by an increas- ing globalisation and regionalisation of activities. In this context an emphasis on the roles of universities as engines of economic growth and sub-national economic and social development can be seen. However, the de-contextualised nature of domi- nant neo-liberal global pressures gives rise to particular sets of issues for universi- ties and a “missing middle” between contexts of knowledge production and appli- cation. This article explores these issues in comparative context, drawing on empirical work undertaken on regional science policies in Europe and considering the impli- cations for African universities as they seek to fulfil a diverse range of scientific and civic roles. It is structured in three sections. First, it examines the global pressures that are leading to a rethinking and rescaling of science. Second, it analyses chang- ing discourses around excellence, relevance and context and in so doing identifies a convergence in models of national science policy. Finally, it examines the impli- cations for the global university order, including issues of stratification and diversi- fication and a resulting tension that emerges between the expectations of higher education and their capacities to deliver. It is this missing middle that needs consid- eration if expectations and capacity are to be more realistically matched for greater benefit.
9 - Re-envisioning the Academic Profession in the Shadow of Corporate Managerialism*
Authors: Stewart Peter
Published: July 2023

This article argues that global and South African changes to universities have re- sulted in change being led by corporate managerialism. This has created new roles and new difficulties for academics, who display signs of stress and low morale. The article examines the case of UNISA, together with international and South African evidence on academics. The changing class status of academics is also examined. The negative yet pervasive psychical consequences of intrusive bureaucracy are discussed. The concept of ‘knowledge production’ is then subjected to a critique to outline a core academic role involving, firstly, using disciplinary rigour to open up debates and facilitate openness to the density of the real world, and secondly, work- ing through transferential dependences in teaching and research. It concludes by recommending the formation of a ‘critical collegial movement’ which will explore what new academic role is appropriate to the new situation, and which will take action to empower academics through increased collegiality.
Localización geográfica de ollas populares en el contexto de la pandemia por Covid-19 en Paraguay
Authors: Rodriguez Ramirez Mirian Mabel
Published: July 2023

Las ollas populares y otras formas de solidaridad surgidas en la pandemia, organizadas por quienes han sido históricamente marginados por el Estado, constituyen una política que rescata lo local y lo colectivo; recuperando los conocimientos tradicionales. En ese sentido, el presente trabajo consiste en la presentación del resultado de sistematización de los datos recabados en el marco de un proyecto de extensión universitaria, ejecutada desde la Facultad de Ciencias Sociales FACSO-UNA, de dicha actividad participaron estudiantes de la carrera de Trabajo Social y de Sociología, a fin de contribuir en la localización y representación gráfica, en el marco de la plataforma de la Estrategia Nacional de Innovación País. Se ubicó a las ollas populares como estrategias comunitarias de enfrentamiento al Covid-19, así como la respuesta desde las políticas públicas de asistencia brindadas por el Estado. Se realizó un total de 33 entrevistas a referentes de las ollas populares correspondientes a la ciudad de Asunción, ciudades del departamento Central y algunas ciudades del interior del país. Como resultado se cuenta que un total 7565 personas se alimentaron de las ollas de los cuales 4.229 fueron niños/as y 1.140 personas adultos mayores.
Núcleos de asistencias tributarias y empresariales en las universidades nacionales; una estrategia de vinculación con la sociedad en Paraguay
Authors: Duarte Derlis
Published: July 2023

Los núcleos de asistencias tributarias y empresariales son centros de información tributaria, contable y administrativa que brinda atención gratuita a personas emprendedoras y empresarios en general. La investigación tuvo como objetivo identificar proyectos de núcleos de asistencias tributarias y empresariales en las universidades nacionales de Paraguay en el año 2023. Se utilizó una metodología de enfoque cualitativo, de nivel descriptivo, la población de la investigación fueron las universidades nacionales, para el análisis de los datos y elaboración de resultados se utilizó teoría fundamentada. Los principales resultados demuestran que las 8 universidades nacionales, tienen proyectos activos de núcleos de asistencias tributarias y empresariales, algunos con otro nombre que ellos lo llaman incubadora de empresas, las universidades más antiguas tienen más estructuradas con financiación externa. Pero todas realizan actividades en las áreas de actuación de cada institución. El trabajo permitió entender la importancia de las actividades de asesoramientos para vincular la universidad con el sector empresarial y público en general, de esa manera aportar con el desarrollo económico local, regional y nacional en consonancia con los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible.
"Nicht Vergangenes, was das Herz noch reut": Exile, memory, and the search for home in Herold Belger's Writings
Authors:   School of Modern Languages and Cultures, University of Warwick, Haman Brian
Published: July 2023

The article considers the German-language writings of the ethnic German Kazakh writer, Herold Belger, and explores whether his literary output can be understood as a model for moving beyond the postcolonial struggle for ethnic, cultural, and political autonomy in favor of intercultural encounters. Belger’s enunciation of cultural diversity and differences at the margins of Soviet cultural life gestures towards a relational and fluid conception of identity, one that eschews dogmatic nationalism. Various theoretical perspectives, such as Bhabha’s third space theory, Rothberg’s multidirectional memory, and Boym’s notions of nostalgia, shed light on Belger’s essay “Aul” and novel Das Haus des Heimatlosen.
PATHWAYS OF KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE: THE DISSEMINATION OF ROMANIAN PUBLICATIONS IN EUROPE (SECOND HALF OF THE 19TH CENTURY ‑ UNTIL THE FIRST WORLD WAR)
Authors:   Nicolae Iorga Institute of History, Romanian Academy, Bucharest, POPA BOGDAN
Published: July 2023

In this article, I explore the ways and means publications written and printed in Romania were circulated abroad, mainly in Europe. I aim to identify, analyze and contextualize the transnational networks of individuals, learned societies, and commercial companies involved in this process, by looking at gifts, purchases, and exchanges. My thesis is that the study of these networks is a test of the actual depth of the modernizing process, as it reveals both the ability to connect to the actual transnational, not short of capitalistic, trade flows, as well as the individual relations between scholars.
HUBUNGAN KONSUMSI TABLET TAMBAH DARAH (Fe) DENGAN KEJADIAN ANEMIA PADA IBU HAMIL DI PUSKESMAS JEUMPA KABUPATEN BIREUEN
Authors: Dian Vita Sari  , Fatmawati
Published: July 2023

Masalah kesehatan yang dihadapi bangsa Indonesia sekarang ini yaitu masih tingginya Angka Kematian Ibu (AKI) dan Angka Kematian Bayi (AKB), masalah gizi dan pangan merupakan masalah mendasar karena secara langsung menentukan kualitas sumber daya manusia serta meningkatkan derajat kesehatan. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui hubungan konsumsi tablet tambah darah dengan kejadian anemia pada ibu hamil di Puskesmas Jeumpa Kabupaten Bireuen. Desain dalam penelitian ini analitik dengan menggunakan rancangan cross-sectional untuk melihat atau menganalisa hubungan variable. Populasi dalam penelitian ini seluruh ibu hamil di wilayah kerja puskesmas Jeumpa. Tehnik pengambilan sampel menggunakan tehnik Eksidental Sampling yaitu ibu hamil yang berkunjung ke Puskesmas Jeumpa. Analisa data dalam penelitian ini yaitu variabel univariat dan bivariat. Hasil penelitian terdapat ada hubungan konsumsi tablet tambah darah dengan kejadian anemia pada ibu hamil di Puskesmas Jeumpa Kabupaten Bireuen yang dibuktikan dengan nilai p value yaitu 0,000 < α 0,05 sehingga Ha diterima dan Ho ditolak. Dan Ada hubungan antara konsumsi tablet tambah darah dengan kejadian anemia dengan P value 0,000. Kesimpulan Diharapkan hasil penelitian ini dapat dijadikan sebagai referensi atau pedoman untuk penelitian selanjutnya tentang hubungan kepatuhan ibu hamil yang mengkonsumsi tablet Fe dengan kejadian anemia.
Book Review: Metadata for Digital Collections, Second Edition
Authors: Gates Lynn E.
Published: July 2023

The ability to create digital collections has become more accessible to libraries and cultural heritage institutions of all sizes over the last few years, making it a good time to release the second edition of Steven Jack Miller’s Metadata for Digital Collections. Miller is successful in his goal to write a textbook that is “accessible to beginners and library and information studies students as well as experienced professionals with little formal metadata training” (xxl). Throughout the book he introduces fundamental concepts that everyone developing a digital collection will need in order to be successful. Complex concepts—such as interoperability, linked data, and controlled vocabulary—are introduced early in the book in a manner that is appropriate for someone who is unfamiliar with the topics. Later chapters examine each of these topics in-depth providing a solid grounding and understanding of these concepts. In addition to writing plainly, Miller includes many examples that clearly illustrate the concepts being introduced. He also created a number of useful sidebars; I particularly found the “Typology of Metadata Standards” (15) and “Five Ways to Improve Metadata Quality and Interoperability: Summary Overview” (316) sidebars helpful in how they summarize the information in their respective sections which will make it easy for me to reference in the future.
Book Review: Transforming Technical Services through Training and Development
Authors: Hutchinson Joshua
Published: July 2023

The new ALA Editions title, Transforming Technical Services through Training and Development, collects chapters by practitioners in technical services departments (academic, public, and consortia) discussing their approaches to training. Three themes recur through many of the thirteen chapters of this volume and help to tie them together: documentation; cross-training and engagement; and COVID-19. Documentation plays a crucial role in developing a learning culture, with the editors noting in the introduction that “successful training is impossible without a strong emphasis on current, up-to-date, and complete documentation” (xi). Cross-training staff and ensuring that they are engaged in all aspects of the training and development processes is crucial for a successful program. The final (and perhaps inevitable) theme that recurs through many of the chapters is the COVID-19 pandemic and its role in changing the way that library technical services departments have operated since 2020.
Collaborative Learning on Linked Data through a Virtual Study Group
Authors: Liu Xiping , Reidt Sharon , Pappas Jodene , Crane Jill J. , Ramirez Ada Laura
Published: July 2023

This paper examines the challenges and successes of a virtual Linked Data Study Group that began at a multi-campus academic institution in 2018, and later grew to include a total of seven librarians from multiple institutions across the country. It describes the group’s planning for their monthly meetings and the discussions at the meetings which covered such topics as Linked Data basic concepts, BIBFRAME Editor, Sinopia Editor, and Wikidata. It also presents a collaborative project the group undertook after two years’ learning. The paper concludes with a summary of what the Linked Data Study Group has achieved thus far, the challenges they faced, and their future plans.
Borderline Personality Disorder: A Psycho-Analytic Perspective
Authors: Yadgar N. Abbas  , Jaafar O. Ahmed  , Dahat A. Hussein  , Fakhir H. Abdullah  , Rawezh Q. Salih  , Shvan H. Mohammed  , Berun A. Abdalla  , Fahmi H. Kakamad
Published: July 2023

Introduction
Borderline personality disorder is one of the most common personality disorders and it is associated with functional impairments. This article clarifies the use of psychodynamic formulations in understanding an 18-year-old lady diagnosed with Borderline personality disorder.
Case presentation
An 18-year-old female experiencing a mass of symptoms including depression, feeling lonely, self-blaming, confusion, inability to work, impulsivity, mood swings, relationship problems, and difficulty in thinking clearly. Rapid Mental State Examination revealed an obese body build, with long dark hair and a wide black framed medical glass. She looked anxious and tired. Her cognitive functions. She showed evidence of the crucial features of borderline personality disorder. The therapist offered biweekly sessions with the client to listen to her story which took three sessions (each one of 45 minutes) to figure out her worries and life difficulties, during these sessions therapist tried to prove to her that she was listened to and she was welcomed to speak as loud and as clear as she wanted. This made her feel confident to speak and made her make a promise to commit to the therapeutic processes in the 4th session. So far, the plan was to have overall 14 therapeutic sessions.
Conclusion
Dealing with the delicate cases of borderline personality disorder is one of the most challenging and therapist-exhausting situations using the psychodynamic interview is an effective way in helping cases of borderline personality disorder.
Behcet’s disease presenting with focal fibrosing mediastinitis and cava thrombosis; a case report with a review of the literature
Authors: Soran H. Tahira  , Fahmi H. Kakamad  , Dlsoz M. Hussein  , Shorsh A. Mohammed  , Rezheen J.  Rshid  , Karzan M. Salih  , Shvan H. Mohammed  , Hussein M. Hamasalih  , Abdulwahid M. Salih
Published: July 2023

Introduction: Behcet's disease is a rare, multisystemic disease characterized by vasculitis and a triad of recurrent oral and genital mucosa ulcers with uveitis. Mediastinal fibrosis is extremely rare in Behcet's disease. The aim of this paper is to report a case of Behcet’s disease presenting as mediastinal fibrosis.
Case presentation: A 26-year-old male presented with a history of headaches and neck engorgement for a week duration. On physical examination, there were tender aphthous ulcers in the mouth, and one ulcer was also observed in the genitalia. Ultrasound of the neck revealed engorged internal jugular veins with a thrombus in the left one. Computed tomography confirmed the ultrasound findings. The patient was diagnosed with a case of  Behcet’s disease. The patient was managed conservatively with Rivaroxaban, Prednisolone, and Ibuprofen.
Conclusion: Behcet's disease can cause mediastinal fibrosis in rare cases. Computed tomography is an efficient method for detecting mediastinal fibrosis and superior vena cava thrombosis.
Mitigating the Burden of meningitis outbreak; ChatGPT and Google Bard Recommendations for the general populations; general practitioners and pediatricians
Authors: Ameer M. Salih  , Bilal A. Mohammed  , Karzan M. Hasan  , Fattah H. Fattah  , Zana B. Najmadden  , Fahmi H. Kakamad  , Soran M. Ahmed  , Honar Othman Kareem  , Shvan H. Mohammed  , Berun A. Abdalla
Published: July 2023

Introduction: ChatGPT and Bard are large language models, both are artificial intelligence designed to understand natural language and generate human-like responses to text-based inputs. The aim of this study is to assess the ChatGPT and Bard Recommendations for the general populations; general practitioners and pediatricians for reducing the burden of meningitis outbreaks.
Methods: We asked ChatGPT PLUS and Bard, on 5 April 2023 for their advice and recommendations in controlling the meningitis outbreak, the same question was repeated three times, one for the general population, one for the general practitioners, and the last one for the pediatricians. The responses were recorded, compared assessed.
Results: ChatGPT and Bard replied to the three questions with general advice including early recognition of the disease, insisting on the vaccination, strict hygiene, infection control strategy, and staying up to date about the latest developments regarding the outbreak.
Conclusion: ChatGPT and Bard have the potential to be valuable tools for the general population during outbreaks of infectious diseases. However, advanced information for professionals might be impossible to be provided by ChatGPT PLUS and Google Bard at the time being.
Semiotic Study
Authors: Suparni Suparni , Saputra Rian
Published: July 2023

This qualitative research explores the nokeso tradition in the Salena environment of Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. It aims to uncover the significance of the symbols within this cultural practice. Conducted in Tipo Village, Ulujadi District, Palu City, the study employed observation, recording, and interviews to gather evidence-based data. Nokeso is an indigenous tradition upheld by the Salena community, originating from the Kaili tribe. While traditionally associated with children entering adolescence, the research revealed that in Salena, it also involves the readiness of vati (male parents) of girls based on their social status. The nokeso ritual includes the symbolic act of tooth brushing, performed by Salena's traditional leaders using a whetstone or guma (traditional machete). The research findings highlight that the 16 tools used in nokeso carry distinct meanings, symbolizing positive outcomes and the well-being of toniasa (daughters) in the collective consciousness of the Salena people.
What We See Part 1: Morphological Properties of Particles in a Fixed Mount
Authors: Crutcher Russ , Crutcher Heidie
Published: July 2023

We often identify what we expect to see, what is familiar, or what we want to see based on limited information (1). For example, while reading we may skim a word based on the first and last letters; however, it may not be the actual word. The brain is very busy, and it often skips ahead when it comes to a conclusion based on a limited set of data. We may have to go back and view all the letters to identify the actual word. Looking at particles under the light microscope is similar. Working memory is limited at any given time and must be regularly updated while the many visible properties of a particle are examined. There are more than 40 optical properties that may be used to characterize a particle in a fixed mounting medium. Information on how the particle was generated, where it came from, how it was transported, its composition, and other aspects of its history are often written in its optical properties. A list of the morphological properties is presented here with information on how to look for them. Without such a list it is easy to overlook important characteristics that may be critical in understanding how a particle relates to the analytical questions being asked.
Critical Focus | Farewell Reality, Hello Jellybeans
Authors: Ford Brian J.
Published: July 2023

Social media are already subverting scientific truth, and our conventional view of the living cell is being replaced with mythical models that look more like blobs and jellybeans. The other afternoon I was doing what we all do, peering intently down the microscope and marveling at the unique spectacles we see, when suddenly the world went away. You remember the real world we knew — a place with the solidity of science and the certainty of facts. If you weren’t sure, you would consult the acknowledged authority who would soon put you right. Or you would look it up. Not anymore. Suddenly that world disappeared. There are no facts any longer, and authorities exist not because the scholarly world acknowledges their wisdom, but because they assure you that’s what they are.
The Influence of Organizational Learning Capability on Organizational Commitment of Private Schools’ Library Personnel
Authors: Caballero Catharine
Published: July 2023

Organizations continually face the challenges to compete effectively with global environments and in line with its success are the sincere commitment of employees. To cope up with the emerging needs of organizations, this study looked into the influence of organizational learning capability on the organizational commitment of library personnel. Quantitative research design was employed in this study using multiple regression analysis to determine the influence of organizational learning capability on organizational commitment. A survey questionnaire was administered to the 400 library personnel in private schools in Region XI, Philippines using total population sampling method. Findings show that organizational learning capability significantly influence organizational commitment. Further, results revealed that among the indicators of organizational learning capability, experimentation and openness was the strongest predictor of organizational commitment followed by dialogue and participative decision-making.
Implementasi Manajemen Pembiayaan Pendidikan Di Lembaga Pendidikan SIT Citra Az-Zahra
Authors: Yadi Sumrah , Nurrochim Nurrochim , Ratnaningsih Sita
Published: July 2023

Pembiayaan merupakan faktor utama dalam proses pendidikan. Dengan adanya proses pembiayaan maka segala sesuatu yang berhubungan dengan kemajuan pendidikan akan tercapai. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Sekolah SIT Citra Az-Zahra Jakarta Barat. Subjek penelitian ini adalah Kepala Sekolah/Wakil Kepala Sekolah,. Teknik pengumpulan data penelitian ini dengan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitan ini menunjukkan bahwa Penganggaran pembiayaan di sekolah SIT Citra Az-Zahra terlebih dahulu melakukan penyusunan anggaran yang selain disesuaikan dengan 8 standar pendidikan juga disesuaikan dengan skala prioritas utama. Kemudian menentukan jumlah dana yang dibutuhkan dalam jangka waktu satu tahun. Dari 8 standart yang telah ditentukan tersebut nantinya akan dipilih hal apa yang diprioritaskan dalam pembiayaan. Perencaan anggaran pembiayaan pendidikan di SIT Citra Az-Zahra dilakukan sebelum awal ajaran baru. Dan diikuti oleh kepala sekolah, bendahara, guru, tenaga kependidikan, yayasan, dan komite. Renacan yang disusun adalah menetukan rencana anggaran, sumber dana yang didapat, memasukkan anggaran yang telah dirancang ke dalam RAPBS dan RKAS, pelaksanaan atau penggunaan anggaran, sampai dengan pengesahan serta pengawasan penggunaan anggaran. Sumber dana yang didapat berasal dari dana pemerintah yang berupa BOSDA dan BOSREG yang digunakan untuk biaya operasional kegiatan pembelajaran dan sesuai dengan 8 standart pendidikan. Dan dana yang didapat kedua berasal dari infak atau SPP yang digunakan untuk pembangunan gedung dan kegiatan outingclass dan outbond.
Healthy Family Life: A Sine Qua Non For Sustainable Development
Authors:   Lecturer, Baptist College of Theology, Igede Ekiti, Nigeria, Oladapo John Ayo
Published: July 2023

This study aims to raise awareness of the importance of enhancing family life and strengthening the family unit for the sustainable development of African society. When the family, the most significant social unit, is threatened, sustainable growth cannot be achieved. The central theme of this study is the importance of a healthy family life as a contributor to societal development. Parents in the society are now downplaying family values and ethics, which is considered as one of the main problems contributing to a number of troubles that are emerging in the society. This study demonstrates that poor parental involvement is one of the social elements that foster unhealthy family structures, which has serious negative effects on sustainable development. The paper x-rayed the passion that people now have for work in order to satisfy human wants and the neglects for home fronts thereby creating large gap in building virtues and moral life of their family members. In order to have a balanced and healthy society, that is free of stress, full of maximum productivity and conducive family living, it is crucial that work ethics and family life be given the desired attention in the society. This research demonstrates how important it is for parents to raise morally sound, well-educated children, which highlights the importance of striking a healthy balance between job and home life. The paper therefore conclude that every home should endeavour to uphold the sanctity of family life in order for the society to have sustainable development.
The need for a Philosophical reading of African Literature
Authors:   Communication and General Studies Department, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, Okolo Mary Stella Chika
Published: July 2023

Literature permeates all the labyrinth of human experience. This is because literature acts as both a reflection and a reflector of society. Through the depiction of the life of individual characters the fundamental symbols and values which unite social groups across countries and in different periods of time are conveyed through literature. Important as this consideration may be, its full impact and import cannot be harnessed if they are presented as works of fiction. The main aim of literature as work of fiction is to entertain. Yet in the African context, especially given its historical burden with colonialism and its after affects, most African creative writers employ their work as weapon of social protest. How can African literature retain its fictional character, maintain its role of entertainment and yet act as a force in the re-ordering of African society? This is where philosophy comes in. As the discipline best equipped to guide humanity towards self-understanding by examining all issues confronting humanity and proffering the best solution, philosophy is employed here as the method to be used to extract ideas contained in African literature and subject them to critical evaluation in order to determine their usefulness and justifiability. This study finds that there is need for a philosophical reading of Africa literature. This study concludes that promoting and sustaining dialogue between philosophy and African literature is essential for African self-understanding and opening up new theories for understanding diversities and divergent issues confronting Africa.
Gender Based Analysis of Students Performance in Nigeria Certificate in Education (Nce) In Integrated Science
Authors:   Integrated Science Department Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa, Femi Matthew David , Ameh Jonathan ,   Integrated Science Department Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa, Abdulmalik Nefisat ,   Integrated Science Department Kogi State College of Education, Ankpa
Published: July 2023

The study determined gender differences in the performance of Integrated Science Students in Kogi State College of Education Ankpa. From 2012-2015 academic sessions. The study is a correlational design and was guided by three research questions and one hypothesis. A total of 225 (141 females and 84 males) final year students who had completed the programme of study in Integrated science made up the population of the study. This population formed the purposive sample of the study. The instrument for data collection was the final academic board approved results of the college, mean scores and percentages were used to answer the research questions and Ƶ-test was used to test the hypothesis. The findings of the study among others are; there is a significant difference in the grade mean scores of the female and male students which are 48.7 and 47.7 respectively which implies that gender gap in performance in integrated science is disappearing. This is source of hope for the country and the world in general where gender disparity in performance is prominent.
CORRELATION OF ECONOMIC INDICATORS OF PROCUREMENT OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS FOR THE NEEDS OF THE DEFENCE SYSTEM
Authors: Milunović Milan , Obradović Zoran , Rajković Mile
Published: July 2023

In the current situation of war conflicts, but also as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemics, the economic crisis caused by the lack of goods, primarily food, energy sources, weapons and military equipment and multiple other products and services, has induced price increases and inflation. In this regard, there are substantial challenges present in the field of procurement of agricultural products. In that sense, we methodologically included analysis and synthesis, compilations, inductions and deductions of “military budgets”, GDP and some other indicators in several currently most significant countries and in the Republic of Serbia, in the context of compromised global security. The aim is to attain relevant indicators and conclusions which will provide certain guidelines for improvement of procurement of agricultural products for the needs of the defense system in the future.
LES ACTIVITÉS ÉCONOMIQUES ISSUES DES CHANGEMENTS D’USAGE DES LOGEMENTS PUBLICS: ÉLÉMENT INTÉGRANT DU SYSTÈME DE REPÉRAGE POUR LES USAGERS DES ENSEMBLES D’HABITATS (CONSTANTINE, ALGÉRIE)
Authors:   Département d’architecture, Laboratoire (LEVE), Université Batna1, FILALI MOHAMED , DIB BELKACEM ,   Département d’architecture, Laboratoire (LEVE), Université Batna1
Published: July 2023

The economic activities resulting from the changes in the use of public housing: an integral element of the tracking system for users of housing groups (Constantine, Algeria). Due to the clarity issues and the lack of adequate addressing in new urban resi
Antropología Empalabramiento - Escritura Simbólica Hermenéutica: Atraso - Progreso Arquetipo Científico Afrodescendiente Venezolano
Authors: Gómez Romero Danny Francis
Published: July 2023

La presente   Investigación objeto de reflexión examinará los aportes que la misma hará en el campo del conocimiento a través del empalabramiento y la escritura en las concepciones de atraso - progreso en la ciencia afrodescendiente hoy venezolana que pueden apreciarse en la presencia de los negros, a diferencia de los indios, constituyó uno de los aportes predilectos de nuestra literatura. En este marco, la relevancia de esta investigación se centrará en escritos, perspectivas: Antropológicas, Epistemológica, Ontológica, Axiológica, otras. El entramado discursivo, será abordado con el método hermenéutico, histórico, y el método de investigación acción participante. Como posibles resultados:  se interpretan los textos académicos literarios relacionados con el proceso de asimilación, integración, aculturación, transculturación, interculturación, posteriormente aportar reflexiones que coadyuven positivamente a la comprensión de la realidad afrodescendiente venezolana estudiada, de igual forma, se advierte la importancia del elemento femenino, tanto en el inconsciente colectivo como en la vida social
As fotografias da moda praia na revista ilustrada O Cruzeiro entre 1928 e 1943
Authors: Chaves Ana Paula Dessupoio , De Medeiros Theresa Christina Barbosa , Magnolo Talita Souza
Published: July 2023

O presente artigo analisa o conteúdo de moda na praia veiculado na revista O Cruzeiro, produzida no Rio de Janeiro, que circulou em território nacional no período de 1928 a 1985. Observa-se a importância da revista O Cruzeiro como instrumento de memória e propagadora da moda, através das fotografias tiradas nas praias cariocas, averiguando o que aquelas banhistas usavam, como posavam para as fotos e quais acessórios precisavam para usufruir da praia. Nosso discurso teórico conceitual estará pautado na historiografia da mídia impressa, apresentando, portanto, a história da revista O Cruzeiro, e no entendimento do contexto social e questões culturais.
O cinema e a moral: nostalgias em dilema na autobiografia de David Cardoso
Authors: Abib Roberto
Published: July 2023

Neste trabalho procuro discutir as sensações nostálgicas como práticas que envolvem as produções midiáticas, como uma emoção intensificada e amenizada nas subjetividades contemporâneas em relações com a mídia. Parte-se do pressuposto que o fascínio pelas autobiografias, biografias e memórias são manifestações de impulsos nostálgicos, e por isso, a análise empírica tem com objeto a autobiografia, as entrevistas destacadas no livro autobiográfico e entrevistas recentes concedidas pelo produtor, ator e cineasta David Cardoso. O caminho metodológico para este estudo compreende a nostalgia enquanto conceito e emoção numa perspectiva histórica e a narrativa biográfica é tomada por um ponto de vista comunicacional. A partir dos dilemas das nostalgias de uma biografia é possível pensar sobre as memórias do passado como política do presente.
Comparative Effectiveness of Virtual Field Trip Strategy and Traditional Fieldtrip on Academic Performance and Motivation of Students in Conservation Concepts of Biology in Northwest, Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Basic and Applied Sciences Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic, LAWAL Aisha Bagiwa
Published: July 2023

This study compares the effectiveness of virtual and traditional field trip strategies on academic performance and motivation of students in conservation concepts of biology in North-West Nigeria. The study developed 2 research objectives one of which is to: compare the effectiveness of virtual and traditional field trip strategies on academic performance of students in conservation concept. The study was guided by 2 research questions and 2 null hypotheses. A Quasi experimental research using test-retest method of pretest and posttest was adopted for the study. A sample of 120 N.C.E II biology students comprising of 81 males and 39 females were randomly selected from the population of 357 students of which 213 are males and 114 are females. The study developed 2 instruments namely: Conservation Concepts Performance Test (CCPT) and Conservation Concepts Motivation Questionnaire (CCMQ) which are validated and found reliable with r=0.65. At the end of the treatment data was collected and analyzed using Means and standard deviations to answer the research question while t-test and Mann- Whitney Statistics were used to answer the null hypotheses. The results obtained showed that: significant differences exist between the performance of students taught using virtual field trip strategy and those exposed to traditional field trip strategy. From the findings recommendations were made one of which is: the Ministry of Education/ colleges should provide a biology Virtual environment to serve each school in the region as technology is seen to help improve the performance and raise the level of motivation in biology concepts, moreover it will help to overcome problems faced by teachers from a lack of real field trips which leads to ignorance of some abstract concepts such as conservation concepts biology.
Impact of computer literacy skills of pupils on learning outcomes in CRS using digital storytelling strategy
Authors:   Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education, Oto/Ijanikin Lagos, Aremu Victoria Iyabo
Published: July 2023

This study examined the impact of computer literacy skills of pupils on learning outcomes in Christian Religious Studies (CRS) using Digital Storytelling Strategy (DSS) in some selected primary schools in Lagos State. A quasi experimental pre-test, post-test control group design was adopted for the study using intact class. Two research hypotheses were generated and tested at 0.05 level of significance. The population of the study comprised of 450 pupils from nine public primary schools selected from three Local Education Areas of Lagos State. The data collected were analyzed using Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) at 0.05 level of significance. The result obtained showed that the pupils with computer literacy skills were able to use the intervention and had better academic performance in CRS. Pupils exposed to DSS had the highest posttest value mean score of 52.55 above the control group with 35.86. Pupils in DSS had the highest posttest achievement mean score of 25.80. Based on this premise, digital storytelling strategies should be adopted by CRS teachers, particularly for the pupils with low computer literacy skills.
Effect of mixed-sex play on pupils’ attitudes towards schooling in public and private schools in Oyo state, Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Educational Foundations and Counselling, Faculty of Education,Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Nigeria, Mabekoje Sesan O. , Opeyemi Shoaga ,   Department of Educational Foundations and Counselling, Faculty of Education,Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Nigeria, Simideleola T. Rasheed ,   Department of Educational Foundations and Counselling, Faculty of Education,Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Nigeria, Folorunso A. Ajasa ,   Department of Primary Education, School of Early Childhood Care and Primary Education, Emmanuel Alayande University of Education, Oyo, Nigeria
Published: July 2023

This study examined how mixed-sex play affected students' attitudes toward schooling in both private and state primary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria. Participants in a pre-test, post-test control group quasi-experimental research design with a 2x2 factorial matrix were randomly assigned to the experimental and control groups. For eight weeks, participants met for a weekly one-hour session. Using the Pupil Attitude Questionnaire, data were gathered. The significance level used to evaluate the results was.05. Utilizing Analysis of Covariance, data were examined. The study's findings showed a substantial treatment effect on pupils' attitudes toward schooling (F (1,149) = 340.567; p < .05), with students in the mixed-sex play group showing the greatest improvement. Additionally, it was discovered that treatment and school type had a two-way interaction impact (F (1,149) = 4.445; p < .05). No significant school type effect (F (1,149) = 2.093; p > .05) was observed. It was concluded that mixed-sex play has significant effect on attitudes towards schooling among primary school pupils and that same was influenced by school type. It was therefore recommended that while mixed-sex play could be used with gains in public schools, efforts should be made to see how it could be significantly deployed to the advantage of private school pupils.
The legal perspective on unlawful possession of firearms, and cattle rustling in Karamoja sub-region
Authors:   Law, Kampala International University, Mutegyeki Nicholas
Published: July 2023

Karamoja is located in the northeastern part of Uganda. It is a 27,200 square kilometer area of semi-arid savannah. It is bordered by the Turkana (Kenya) in the east, Sudan in the north and to the west and south it is bordered by Ugandan districts occupied mostly by the Acholis, Itesots and Sabiny people. The area being semi-arid, the Karamajong focus majorly on livestock–principally cattle. This explains their persistent nomadic life in pursuit for water and pasture. Their love for cattle bred a culture of raiding and warfare which has kept them at loggerheads with their neighbours. In the past, raids were mild but the situation worsened because of the proliferation of small weapons. Following the collapse of Amin’s regime in 1979, Moroto barracks was abandoned thereby leaving weapons in the hands of the clueless civilians and violence as a result reached unprecedented levels. Having assumed power in 1986, the government of Uganda under Y K Museveni, launched disarmament campaigns in 2001 and 2006. This led to the recovery of thousands of guns and by 2010, relative peace was restored. Later people illegally acquired through black-market and the situation worsened because little had been done to rehabilitate the young men who had given up their guns. In the words of Jino Meri, the LCV chairman of Kaabong District, ‘they didn’t have post-disarmament programmes to disarm the mind.’ The government has since embarked on a more appealing disarmament programme whereby, whoever hands over his gun is appreciated with a number goats as a wealth creation mechanism. This is intended dislodging the absurd culture of cattle rustling that not only breeds insecurity but also causes under developed.
The nexus of employers demands and employability skills in Oyo state Nigeria: implications on Japa syndrome
Authors:   Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria, O. ADIO Victor , GBADAMOSI Tolulope V. ,   Department of Arts and Social Sciences Education, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
Published: July 2023

This study examines the required employability skills and how important is such employability skills to an employer of labours in Oyo State, Nigeria. Two research questions were answered. The study adopted the sequential mixed methods research design. The multi-stage sampling procedure was used in this study. The economic sectors were stratified into seven sectors in Ibadan Metropolis. 20 employers of labour were selected from each sector using a convenience sampling technique. A total of 140 employers were used for the study. 10 human resources managers were purposively selected as Key informants for interview sections using an interview guide. Two validated instruments of reliability of 0.75 and 0.78 respectively were used to collect the data. Quantitative data were analysed using the descriptive statistic of frequency count, percentage, mean, and standard deviation while qualitative data were content analysed and thematically interpreted. The results obtained revealed that employers strongly agreed that communication, Information Communication and Technology, Problem-Solving, Analytical, Personality, Adaptability, Team Work, and Leadership skills were essential for graduates to have in order to be employable. It can therefore be inferred that the possession of a certificate is only to attest to the fact that someone has been trained in formal settings. Job seekers should display good communication skills, organisation skill, creativity, teamwork, planning, and so on, which are in high demand by the employers of labour. Among others, some recommendations were made that the management of various educational institutions should put more emphasis on experiential learning to gain practical experience through service learning, internships, volunteer work, teaching practice, or part-time jobs to expose learners to employability skills in terms of, organisation skill, creativity, teamwork and, planning. Also, counselling section should be put in place to re-orientate the graduate on Japa syndrome among others.
Projeto 120 telhados – inserção de micro-geração distribuída nas redes de baixa tensão: implantação de telhados solares em Sete Lagoas
Authors: De Souza Marcio Eli Moreira , Vale Maria Helena Murta , Chagas Eli Helberth Penido , Costa Suellen , Zilles Roberto
Published: July 2023

Este artigo apresenta o processo de implantação do Projeto 120 Telhados na Cidade de Sete Lagoas – MG. O referido projeto é uma iniciativa da USP com recursos da FINEP que visa instalar 120 telhados divididos em 6 estados brasileiros com o objetivo de desenvolver competências em Geração Distribuída (GD) com sistemas fotovoltaicos conectados a redes elétricas de baixa tensão. Neste trabalho, são apresentados os resultados dos estudos de conexão dos sistemas fotovoltaicos no circuito de baixa tensão, extrapolando a condição proposta pelo projeto inicial, focando no comportamento do perfil de tensão de atendimento. Foram simulados diferentes cenários, considerando a localização física das GD’s em relação ao transformador de distribuição, a quantidade de GD’s presente no circuito, além da potência instalada individual.
CRITÉRIOS E SOLUÇÕES ADOTADOS EM PROJETO DE ESTACIONAMENTO SOLAR DE 1 MWp EM FLORIANÓPOLIS - SC
Authors: Custódio Isadora Pauli , Zomer Clarissa Debiazi , Schneider Kathlen , Rüther Ricardo
Published: July 2023

O objetivo geral deste trabalho é apresentar os critérios que nortearam as decisões tomadas na elaboração do projeto arquitetônico e fotovoltaico do Estacionamento Solar de 1 MWp do Centro de Eventos Luiz Henrique da Silveira (CELHS), bem como estimar a contribuição energética do gerador para o consumo do Centro de Eventos. O método foi dividido em três etapas: (a) descrição do projeto arquitetônico e fotovoltaico; (b) estimativa da geração fotovoltaica utilizando o software PVsyst; e (c) análise da contribuição energética mensal do sistema fotovoltaico e redução de demanda do Centro de Eventos de acordo com o consumo da edificação. Os resultados mostraram que o gerador de 1 MWp pode gerar mais energia do que o Centro de Eventos tem consumido nos meses de máxima ocupação, chegando a ter um excedente de energia superior à 70%. Desta forma, através do sistema de compensação de energia da ANEEL, outras unidades consumidoras poderão se beneficiar da energia gerada pelo Estacionamento Solar do CELHS.
Normative and non-normative collective action facing repression in a democratic context: A mixed study in a Chilean social movement
Authors: Zúñiga Claudia , Asún Rodrigo , Louis Winnifred
Published: July 2023

This work addresses collective action in the context of a social movement facing police repression in a democratic country. The movement studied was carried out in a region of southern Chile, had a very high citizen participation and deployed normative and non-normative actions. We aim to understand why people decided to participate and how they came to consider violent action as a legitimate option. We use a mixed methods approach. In a quantitative study we compare participation in normative and non-normative actions, and find they factor together as part of the same action repertoire, making it possible to speak of a continuum of participation instead of different types. We also replicate key findings of the SIMCA model, with protest participation motivated directly by anger and efficacy, but also by positive emotions. In a qualitative study we found similar results and draw out new data highlighting the relevance of the experience of repression in invoking a need for radical action and creating social cohesion among protestors.
Futuristic Trends in Business Management
Authors:   Senior Lecturer,  University of Technology and Applied Sciences - Al Musannah in the Sultanate of Oman., Raman Dr. Alamelu Mangai , Khan Mr. Jaffer Ali ,   Head of Section-Accounting, University of Technology & Applied Sciences,  Sultanate of Oman.
Published: July 2023

In today's rapidly changing scenario of the world, the study of business management has become necessary for students. This book has been developed to set a new standard for business textbooks. The book provides a comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of all the related world issues with special reference to India. It is written in simple language and maintains an integrated and logical flow from beginning to end. The book mainly focuses on managerial implications, which caters to the needs of students. The book presents a thorough review of economies and politics of international trade and investment and various functions and forms of Global monetary system. It is hoped that this book will definitely be liked and appreciated by the readers/ students.