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Digitalization and High Technologies As Factors in the Transformation of the World Economy
Authors: Smirnov F. , Golovkov A.
Published: December 2021

Th e article analyses the prospects for the development of technologies such as: blockchain, 3D-printing, the Internet of Th ings, 5G-communications, cloud computing, robotics, as well as artifi cial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality. A distinction is made between the NBIC and NBICS technology groups. An expanded concept of nature-like convergent technologies «NBICS +» is presented.
Formation of a Social Picture of the World of Students in the Process of Educational and Research Activities on the Topic «Genocide of Civilians in the Temporarily Occupied Territory of the North-West of the RSFSR»
Authors: Filippova T.
Published: December 2021

The article discusses the relevance and current problems of studying the topic of the «Genocide of civilians in the temporarily occupied territory of the North-West of the RSFSR», attention is drawn to the potential of its study for the formation of a social picture of the world of high school students. It is shown that social picture of the world the as a result of consistent development of scientific knowledge, a system of General methods of cognition of reality. Are given methodological recommendations on the organization of educational and research activities on the topic «Genocide of civilians in the temporarily occupied territory of the North-West of the RSFSR».
The Effect of Competency Based Training (CBT) and Competency Certificate Type on The Ability of Graduates of The Work Training Center (BLK) of Wonogiri District at PT Top N Top
Authors: Susila Agung Susila , Santosa Budi , Sayuti Muhammad
Published: December 2021

The results showed that: (1) Based on the test, the results of the research proved that the Training Method (X1) proved to have a positive effect on the Work Ability of Training Graduates at UPTD BLK Wonogiri (Y); (2) Based on the test, it turns out that the results of the study prove that the Instructor / Trainer (X2) has no positive effect on the Work Ability of Training Graduates at UPTD BLK Wonogiri (Y); (3) Based on the test, it turns out that the research results prove that the Instructor / Trainer (X3) has a positive effect on the Work Ability of Training Graduates at UPTD BLK Wonogiri; (4) Based on the test, it turns out that the research results prove that the Method of Facilities and Infrastructure (X4) has a positive effect on the Work Ability of Training Graduates at UPTD BLK Wonogiri (Y); (5) Based on the test, it turns out that the research results prove that the certificate (X5) is proven to have a positive effect on the Work Ability of Training Graduates at UPTD BLK Wonogiri (Y); (6) Based on testing simultaneously (Test F), it turns out that the results of the research prove that all variables of Training Methods, Instructors / Trainers, Training Materials and Facilities and Infrastructure as well as certificates together or simultaneously prove to have a positive effect on the factor formation of the variables. Apparel Garment Program Training at UPTD BLK Wonogiri.
Development of Using Blended Learning Education-Based Game Learning Media Android for Students Basic Electronics
Authors: Setiawan Hendro Welas , Muchlas Muchlas
Published: December 2021

The objectives of this study were to: (1) develop a blended learning model using Android-based learning media for basic electrical electronics subjects; and (2) determine the effectiveness and level of student satisfaction with the developed model.
This study used the Research and Development method with the ADDIE development model which consisted of defining, designing, developing, implementing and evaluating stages. The research subjects consisted of 2 media expert validators, 2 material expert validators, and 31 product trial students. The research instrument used a questionnaire for media experts and material experts, as well as tests and questionnaires for students. The level of student satisfaction with the developed model was determined by the percentage technique, while the product testing was carried out with an experimental design (before-after) and a one group pretest-posttest pattern.
This study produces a blended learning model using educational game media based on android for basic electrical electronics subjects. The results showed that the product developed obtained a validity score of 82.5% from media experts who were on valid criteria and a score of 93.7% from material experts was in very valid criteria. The model developed can be used effectively for basic learning of electronic electricity in vocational schools, which is shown by the post-test average score of 80.97, which is higher than the pre-test average score of 64.09. The level of student satisfaction with the product developed was very good with an average score of 85.8 on a scale of 100.
Issues and Challenges Facing The Teaching and Learning of Tvet in The Covid-19 Pandemic Era
Authors: Madu Madu Chika , Edokpolor James Edomwonyi
Published: December 2021

This manuscript aims at discussing the issues and challenges facing the teaching and learning of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the COVID-19 pandemic era. Next, the manuscript discussed how stakeholders (e.g. governments, parents as well as TVET managers, lecturers and students can seize the opportunity to revamp TVET programme in the post COVID-19 era. Finally, the manuscript discussed the possible ways to overcome the issues and challenges facing TVET programmes in the COVID-19 pandemic era. Consequently, the authors drew logical conclusions on the discussions arising from the subject matter.
Assessment of Undergraduate Business Education Students' Usage of Social Networking as a Platform For Entrepreneurship Activities In North-West, Nigeria
Authors: Mahmud Abubakar , Ibrahim Adamu , Ismaila Hamza
Published: December 2021

The study assessed the undergraduate business education students' usage of social networking as a platform for entrepreneurship activities in North-west, Nigeria. Specifically, the study had five objectives, five research questions and five null hypotheses. The study anchored theory of Technology Acceptance Model of Ajzen and Fishbein's, (1980) and Division of Innovation Theory (DOI) of Rogers (1995). The study adopted a survey research design. The population of this study comprises of all the 407 final undergraduate business education 2019/2020 academic session in North-west Nigeria. The entire population was used for the study. The instrument for the data collection was a structured questionnaire. The instrument was validated by four experts, pilot tested and a reliability coefficient of 0.81 was obtained. The data were collected by the researcher assisted by four research assistants using personal contact method. Descriptive statistics of mean and standard deviation was employed to answer the research questions. The hypotheses were tested using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) at the 0.05 level of significance. The results revealed among others that the level of students' awareness, perceived ease of use and perceived usefulness of social networking as a platform for entrepreneurship activities in tertiary institutions in North-west Nigeria was low. Based on these, it was concluded that the business education will not reap the benefit of social networking sites to searcher for business opportunities, venture into business and meet the needs of their technologically savvy customers. It was recommended among others that business education lecturers should create awareness on students on the role of social networking as a platform for entrepreneurship activities.
Center of pressure-based postural sway differences on parallel and single leg stance in Olympic deaf basketball and volleyball players
Authors: Makaracı Yücel , Soslu Recep , Özer Ömer , Uysal Abdullah
Published: December 2021

In sports such as basketball and volleyball, loss of balance due to the inability to maintain body stability and lack of postural control adversely affect athletic performance. Deaf athletes appear to struggle with balance and postural stability problems. The purpose of this study was to examine postural sway values in parallel and single leg stance of Olympic deaf basketball and volleyball players and reveal differences between the branches. Twenty-three male athletes from the Turkish national deaf basketball (n= 11) and volleyball (n= 12) teams participated in the study. After anthropometric measurements, the subjects completed postural sway (PS) tests in parallel/single leg stances with open eyes and closed eyes on a force plate. PS parameters (sway path, velocity, and area) obtained from the device software were used for the statistical analysis. The Mann-Whitney U-test was used to compare differences in PS parameters between basketball and volleyball players, and the alpha value was accepted as 0.05. Volleyball players had significantly better results in parallel stance and dominant leg PS values than basketball players (P<0.05). There was no significant difference between the groups in nondominant leg PS values (P>0.05). We think that proprioceptive and vestibular system enhancing training practices to be performed with stability exercises will be beneficial in terms of both promoting functional stability and interlimb coordination. Trainers and strength coaches should be aware of differences in the postural control mechanism of deaf athletes.
The influence of anesthesia- body mass index and chronicity of the injury on the reliability of diagnostic tests for anterior cruciate ligament rupture
Authors: Bilgin Emre , Turgut Ali , Hancıoğlu Sertan , Sarıekiz Emre , Uzakgider Melikşah , Kalenderer Önder
Published: December 2021

This study aimed to analyze the accuracy and interobserver reliability of the four common diagnostic tests for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture. The effect of anesthesia, chronicity of the injury and patient’s body mass index (BMI) on the reliabilities was also assessed. Patients who underwent arthroscopic knee surgery were examined before the surgery and under anesthesia by three observers categorized based on their experience levels. One hundred two patients were evaluated to determine the accuracy of these tests. Sixty-two patients with ACL rupture were further examined to assess the effect of BMI (≤ 25 kg/m2, or > 25 kg/m2) and chronicity (≤ 4 or > 4 weeks) of the injury on reliabilities with using the Fleiss kappa method. The Lachman test performed under anesthesia had the highest sensitivity (100%, 100%, and 96.7%). In contrast, pivot shift and lever sign tests had the lowest sensitivity both in awake (24.2%, 17.7%, 8.1% and 37.1%, 33.8%, 29%) and anesthetized condition (75.8%, 75.8%, 67.7% and 41.9%, 43.5%, 40.3%). Specificities of the tests except pivot shift were negatively affected when performed under anesthesia. The reliability of the anterior drawer test was perfect under anesthesia. The lever sign test had the highest reliability in the awake condition in patients with a BMI of > 25 kg/m2. Furthermore, the reliabilities of the anterior drawer, Lachman, and pivot-shift tests in awake condition were found to be increased in patients with a chronic injury. Finally, the examiner’s experience is not important for the physical diagnosis of ACL rupture.
Steady exercise improves hand grip and leg muscle strength in hemodialysis patients
Authors: Cha Ran-hui , Lee Geum Sil
Published: December 2021

Sarcopenia due to chronic inflammation and biochemical disturbances in chronic kidney disease is severer and more prevalent in hemodialysis (HD) patients. We longitudinally evaluated the hand grip strength (HGS) and leg muscle strength (LMS) and evaluated the role of exercise in muscle strength in HD patients. We screened (January, n= 127) and followed up (June, n= 110 and December 2020, n= 104). HGS and LMS at single center by using digital hand and leg dynamometer. HGS (24.2 kg vs. 15.5 kg) and LMS (32.8 kg vs. 22.5 kg) were better in men (P<0.001 and P<0.001, respectively). Older patients ( ≥ 60 years) showed decreased LMS than others in women (P=0.01). Patients who performed steady home- or hospital-based exercise showed marginally higher HGS (23.1 kg vs. 19.8 kg, P=0.07) and significantly higher LMS (33.7 kg vs. 25.9 kg, P=0.004). Steady exercise improved LMS throughout the study period (30.3 kg vs. 33.2 kg from Jan to Jun 2020, P=0.004; 30.3 kg vs. 34.2 kg from Jan to Dec 2020, P=0.014). Multiple linear regression analysis proved steady exercise was independently associated with better HGS and LMS. Steady exercise showed greater impact on LMS in male patients with longer HD vintage (≥ 44 months) and on HGS in younger male patients with shorter HD vintage (< 44 months). Steady exercise was an important determinant of muscle strength in HD patients. We need to encourage patients to steadily perform regular home- or group-exercise before sarcopenia develops.
Effect of treadmill exercise and bone marrow stromal cell engraftment on activation of BDNF-ERK-CREB signaling pathway in the crushed sciatic nerve
Authors: Seo Tae-Beom , Cho Yeong-Hyun , Sakong Hyuk , Kim Young-Pyo
Published: December 2021

The effect of combined approach of exercise training and bone marrow stromal cell (BMSC) engraftment on activation of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)-extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1 and 2 (ERK1/2)-cyclic adenosine monophosphate response element-binding protein (CREB) signaling pathway after sciatic nerve injury (SNI) was investigated. Sixty male Sprague-Dawley rats divided into the normal control, nonexercise (NEX), exercise training (EX), BMSC transplantation (TP), and exercise training+BMSC transplantation (EX+TP) groups 4 weeks after SCI. Exercise training was carried out on the treadmill device at 5–10 m/min for 20 min for 4 weeks. Single dose of 5× 106 harvested BMSC was injected into the injury area of the injured sciatic nerve. In order to evaluate induction levels of BDNF-ERK1/2-CREB signaling molecules in the whole cell and nuclear cell lysates of the injured sciatic nerve, we applied Western blot analysis. BDNF was significantly increased only in EX+TP compared to NEX, EX, and TP groups. Phosphoinositide-dependent kinase-1 was more increased in EX, TP, and EX+TP groups than NEX group, but EX+TP group showed the most upregulation of phosphorylated protein kinase B compared to other groups. In addition, in the whole cell lysate, phosphorylated ERK1/2, but not activating transcription factor-3 (ATF-3) and phosphorylated CREB, was significantly increased in TP and EX+TP groups. In the nuclear cell lysate, ATF-3 and phosphorylated CREB were strongly activated in EX+TP group compared to EX group. Regular exercise training combined with BMSC engraftment would seem to be more effective in controlling activation of regeneration-related signaling pathway after SNI.
Pelvic floor muscle exercise and training for coping with urinary incontinence
Authors: Cho Sung Tae , Kim Khae Hawn
Published: December 2021

The pelvic floor consists of levator ani muscles including puborectalis, pubococcygeus and iliococcygeus muscles, and coccygeus muscles. Pelvic floor muscle exercise (PFME) is defined as exercise to improve pelvic floor muscle strength, power, endurance, relaxation, or a combination of these parameters. PFME strengthens the pelvic floor muscles to provide urethral support to prevent urine leakage and suppress urgency. This exercise has been recommended for urinary incontinence since first described by Kegel. When treating urinary incontinence, particularly stress urinary incontinence, PFME has been recommended as first-line treatment. This article provides clinical application of PFME as a behavioral therapy for urinary incontinence. Clinicians and physical therapist should understand pelvic floor muscle anatomy, evaluation, regimen, and instruct patients how to train the muscles properly.
Neuronal mechanisms of ginseng on antiobesity effects: implication of its synergistic benefits with physical exercise
Authors: Park Hyun Jung , Rhie Sung Ja , Shim Insop
Published: December 2021

Obesity is a chronic disease of increasing prevalence in most countries, which leads to substantial increase in morbidity, and mortality in association with diabetes, hyperlipidaemia, hypertension, and other cardiovascular diseases. Many factors have been attributed to an epidemic of obesity including sedentary lifestyle, high-fat diets (HFD), and consumption of large amount of modern fast foods. Panax ginseng C. A. Meyer (PG) has several pharmacological and physiological effects. In particular, PG and saponin fractions from PG show a variety of efficacies such as antifatigue, hyperlipidemia, hypertension and noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus and obesity. We have revealed that ginseng and ginsenosides can decrease food intake energy expenditure by stimulating appetite regulatory hormones and can reduce energy intake. Exercise/physical activity is well known as modality for treating the disease of overweight and obesity. It is suggested that natural products and their combinations with exercise may produce a synergistic activity that increases their bioavailability and action on multiple molecular targets, offering advantages over chemical treatments. This review is aimed at evaluating the antiobesity efficacy of ginseng and ginsenosides and delineating the mechanisms by which they function. Finally, we review information regarding interactions between ginseng and physical exercise in protecting against weight gain and obesity.
Trauma education and training for healthcare providers: a scoping review
Authors: Alshamrani Abdullah , Alshammari Talal , Williams Brett
Published: December 2021

Background:

Every six seconds, someone in the world dies because of injury. Trauma is a major public health problem and leads to significant mortality and morbidity worldwide. Healthcare provider training can affect patient outcomes; therefore, it is useful to examine the efficacy of trauma training programmes. This scoping review aimed to determine the impact of trauma training or education on healthcare providers' confidence.

Method:

Ovid MEDLINE, Ovid Embase, Ovid Emcare, CINAHL, Scopus, Google Scholar and Trove were systematically searched on 7 August 2021, and a methodology adopted to ensure the scoping review was comprehensive.

Results:

A total of 749 articles were retrieved, of which 15 were eligible for the scoping review. After the articles were analysed, two themes—knowledge and experience—were identified. Knowledge improved from attending courses. However, knowledge retention fell over time. Participants reported that their confidence improved after attending courses, but an inverted correlation was observed between experience and knowledge.

Conclusion:

Trauma training courses improve the confidence of healthcare providers. However, these courses should be conducted regularly and trainees observed to assess their confidence. Further studies should be conducted to evaluate the effect of these courses on practitioner confidence.
Tree species preference and rehabilitation perspective by local community: Case study in Bondowoso, East Java, Indonesia
Authors: Danarto Setyawan Agung , BUDIHARTA SUGENG , FAUZIAH FAUZIAH
Published: December 2021

Abstract. Danarto SA, Budiharta S, Fauziah. 2019. Tree species preference and land rehabilitation perspective by local community: Case study in Bondowoso, East Java, Indonesia. Asian J For 3: 54-63. Forest and land rehabilitation efforts require socio-economic assessment to enhance the likelihood of success when such efforts are implemented on the ground. This study aimed to find out local community’s preference on tree species used for rehabilitation programs and their perspective that influence such selections in regard to social, economic and ecological objectives of land management. The study was conducted Gubrih sub-watershed, Sampean watershed in Bondowoso District, East Java, Indonesia which provided an ideal case study of land rehabilitation. Questionnaires were distributed to respondents chosen randomly to select tree species that have ecological and/or economic values. Result of the study showed that among 62 species of trees listed in the questionnaire, there were 45 species chosen by the respondents. There were 13 species of trees selected by more than 20% of total respondents (high preferred), suggesting the potential list of species for rehabilitation programs in the region. Local community in Gubrih Sub-watershed had understood the importance of trees as a source of income as well as a measure to conserve environmental functions. This was strengthened with land-use systems they selected which preferred tree-based land-use systems, such as in the form of plantation of timber species and agroforestry over dry land agriculture. The findings of this study suggested that there is opportunity in rehabilitating degraded lands in Sampean watershed using tree species preferred by local communities under the land use system of timber plantation or agroforestry. Our study demonstrates that similar strategy of incorporating ecological and socio-economic perspectives could be applied to another regional context to enhance the chance of success of rehabilitation programs.
Review: Floral resources diversity and vegetation types important for honeybees in Ethiopia
Authors: Addi Admassu , Bareke Tura
Published: December 2021

Abstract. Addi A, Bareke T. 2019. Review: Floral resources diversity and vegetation types important for honeybees in Ethiopia. Asian J For 3: 64-68. The high biodiversity of Ethiopia is attributed to its wide range of altitude and great geo-morphological diversity. This has resulted in the existence of a high diversity of floral resources of which majority of them are visited by honeybees. This paper aimed to review existing studies on bee floral resources in Ethiopia to understand the types of bee plants, floral diversity, flowering period and food source offered by the plants. Over 1500 species of indigenous and exotic plants belonging to 105 bee plant families have been identified. The growth form of bee forage comprises 41.6% herb, 28.7% shrubs, 21.7% trees, and 8% climbers. The majority of bee plant species flower from September to November and April to May, resulting in two major honey flow periods in the country. From this information, Ethiopia has rich bee forage diversity across different vegetation types, however, further collection and documentation of bee flora are required in unaddressed areas of the country. Thus in situ conservation by ecological restoration, and raising and planting of seedlings of bee forages should be promoted for sustainable honey production.
Empowerment and beyond: Paradoxes of self-organised work
Authors: Sauer Stefan , Nicklich Manuel
Published: December 2021

In recent years, empowerment has increasingly become the watchword for work in knowledge-intensive industries. In particular, The Agile Manifesto (2001) and new management approaches such as agile frameworks promise to cut down documentation duties and increase autonomy for knowledge workers. It nonetheless remains an open question whether self-organisation as a structural framework and self-organising as an agentic, team-based process can actually be realised in a holistic manner. By building on insights into the paradox of organising and the paradox of autonomy and control, we consider the conditions under which self-organised work in fact becomes feasible. We therefore focus conceptually on two paradoxes of empowerment and empirically on project teams within software development firms. Our data show that organisations might respond to these paradoxes by structurally and culturally opening up to agile approaches – thereby not only empowering teams, but also enabling them to develop by providing structural and personal resources, qualifications and means for promoting self-awareness.
An evaluation of remote sensing algorithms for the estimation of diffuse attenuation coefficients in the ultraviolet bands
Authors: Wang Yongchao , Lee Zhongping , Ondrusek Michael , Li Xu , Zhang Shuai , Wu Jingyu
Published: December 2021

In this study, six algorithms (both empirical and semi-analytical) developed for the estimation of Kd in the ultraviolet (UV) domain (specifically 360, 380, and 400 nm) were evaluated from a dataset of 316 stations covering oligotrophic ocean and coastal waters. In particular, the semi-analytical algorithm (Lee et al. 2013) used remote sensing reflectance in these near-blue UV bands estimated from a recently developed deep learning system as the input. For Kd(380) in a range of 0.018 - 2.34 m−1, it is found that the semi-analytical algorithm has the best performance, where the mean absolute relative difference (MARD) is 0.19, and the coefficient of determination (R2) is 0.94. For the empirical algorithms, the MARD values are 0.23–0.90, with R2 as 0.70–0.92, for this evaluation dataset. For a VIIRS and in situ matchup dataset (N = 62), the MARD of Kd(380) is 0.21 (R2 as 0.94) by the semi-analytical algorithm. These results indicate that a combination of deep learning system and semi-analytical algorithms can provide reliable Kd(UV) for past and present satellite ocean color missions that have no spectral bands in the UV, where global Kd(UV) products are required for comprehensive studies of UV radiation on marine primary productivity and biogeochemical processes in the ocean.
Atmospheric propagation of space-fractional Gaussian-beam waves in a FSO communication system
Authors: Khan Abdullah Nafis , Younis Usman , Mehmood Muhammad Qasim , Zubair Muhammad
Published: December 2021

We present a novel, self-consistent analytical model of Gaussian-beam propagation through the atmospheric turbulence by solving the paraxial wave equation in a fractional-dimension space of dimension D, in the range 2 < D ≤ 3, corresponding to the effective spatial dimension experienced by the beam under given turbulent conditions in a free space optical (FSO) communication system. The well-known refractive index structure parameter (

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High-fidelity glass micro-axicons fabricated by laser-assisted wet etching
Authors: Skora Jean-Loup , Gaiffe Olivier , Bargiel Sylwester , Cote Jean-Marc , Tavernier Laurent , de Labachelerie Michel , Passilly Nicolas
Published: December 2021

We report on the fabrication of micro-axicons made of glass by laser-assisted wet etching (LAE) and laser polishing. The employed technique, relying on a direct-writing process using a femtosecond laser, allows revealing high fidelity profiles when the exposed glass samples are etched in a heated potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution. The remaining surface roughness is then decreased by carbon dioxide (CO2) laser polishing. Such polishing is limited to the superficial layer of the component so that the tip is only slightly rounded, with a radius of curvature of nearly 200 µm. It is then shown with 500 µm-diameter axicons that a quasi-Bessel beam is generated closely after the tip and features a 5.3 µm diameter maintained over a propagation distance of almost 3.5 mm.
Optimisation of a radio-frequency atomic magnetometer: a Uniform Design approach
Authors: Yao Han , Maddox Benjamin , Cohen Yuval , Renzoni Ferruccio
Published: December 2021

High-sensitivity operation of a radio-frequency atomic magnetometer (RF-AM) requires careful setting of the system parameters, including the lasers intensity and detuning, and the vapour cell temperature. The identification of the optimal operating parameters, which ensures high sensitivity, is typically performed empirically and is often a lengthy process, which is especially labour intensive if frequent retuning of the magnetometer is required to perform different tasks. This paper demonstrates an efficient approach to RF-AM performance optimisation which relies on an open-loop optimisation technique based on Uniform Design (UD). This paper specifically describes the optimisation of an unshielded RF-AM based on a 4-factor-12-level UD of the experimental parameters space. The proposed procedure is shown to lead to the efficient optimisation of the atomic magnetometer at different frequencies, and is applicable to both AC and DC sensitivity optimisation. The procedure does not require any detailed knowledge of the model underlying the operation of the RF-AM and is effective in reducing the number of experimental runs required for the optimisation. It is ideally suited to self-calibration of devices without human supervision.
Walking the story of my Indo-Mauritian indentured ancestry: An arts-based inquiry into voiced resistance and conflict with reconciliation
Authors: Belford Nish
Published: December 2021

Reconciliation is a contested term often associated with postcolonial discourses, contending with global histories of injustice, racial discrimination and dispossession that affect diverse groups (slaves, indentures or Indigenous people). Reconciliation stories mainly encounter resistance when problematized by individual experiences. As a woman of Indo-Mauritian indenture descent, I explore my ancestral stories from gendered dimensions: hailed by hardships, discrimination and patriarchal norms from colonialization and its legacies. I discuss my perceived subalternity and disempowerment in defining my positioning and identity. From an arts-based inquiry, I use bricolage to combine art·I/f/act·ology, evocative auto-ethnography and emotional reflexivity in framing emotion-based writing. Intersectionality as a theoretical lens situates the influences of race, culture, ethnicity, caste, gender and identity processes within my narratives. The discussion emphasizes a voiced resistance and conflict with reconciliation. My visual narratives display and are rooted in the listening and co-ownership of ancestral stories as mine, wherein I find voice and agency.
Little bugs and wicked viruses: Communicating the COVID-19 pandemic through picturebooks for children
Authors: Caldwell Elizabeth F. , Falcus Sarah
Published: December 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the production of large numbers of books to educate children about the novel coronavirus and the measures to control its spread. The books have been produced by a wide variety of different individuals and organizations, from health professionals and educators to national public health organizations and the United Nations. This study provides a detailed analysis of 73 picturebooks about coronavirus/COVID-19 available in English and produced between March and June 2020. The analysis reveals that the books combine early scientific knowledge about the novel coronavirus with pre-existing connotations of germs to produce a specific, comprehensible cause for the social disruption produced by the pandemic. This portrayal is frequently used to mobilize children to be heroes and fight the virus through a number of behavioural measures, principally frequent hand washing and staying at home. The books also reveal adult anxieties about the nature of childhood and the uncertainty of the nature and timing of a post-pandemic future.
El Lyceum Club Femenino de Madrid en los Estados Unidos: la labor de difusión de la hispanista Shirley Mangini
Authors: Martín Pérez Yolanda
Published: December 2021

El Lyceum Club Femenino es la primera forma organizada de asociacionismo femenino integrada por mujeres interesadas en la cultura en España. Este se desarrolló en Madrid entre 1926 y 1939, con el objetivo de defender los derechos civiles de la mujer, promoviendo el desarrollo cultural, educativo y profesional de estas. Desde la Sección de Música, presidida por Ela Fernández Arbós y después por María Rodrigo, se programaron múltiples conciertos, fiestas y conferencias que contribuyeron al desarrollo cultural de la época. Desde su fundación, el Lyceum de Madrid mantuvo una estrecha relación con otras asociaciones culturales femeninas españolas y de otros países, manteniendo un especial vínculo con los Estados Unidos. Se programaron, además, múltiples actividades de intercambio con el objetivo conocer en España otras culturas y de difundir la labor de las socias del Lyceum madrileño en el exterior.
Debido a la temprana desaparición del club en 1939 son muy escasos los trabajos referentes a esta institución. Resulta curioso que, pese a los pocos trabajos realizados por investigadores españoles, la hispanista estadounidense Shirley Mangini, profesora en la California State University, haya realizado una de las investigaciones más profundas, recuperando el trabajo de estas mujeres y contribuyendo a su difusión en los Estados Unidos.
El objetivo principal de este trabajo es, por lo tanto, analizar la labor de difusión del Lyceum Club Femenino de Madrid en los Estados Unidos por parte de la hispanista Shirley Mangini. La metodología se basa en técnicas cualitativas del método histórico, principalmente en la recopilación sistemática de datos, siendo la fuente primaria todas las investigaciones publicadas de esta autora y la fuente secundaria los trabajos referentes a ella y a sus investigaciones. Se trata de un trabajo fundamentalmente documental basado en un estudio de estas investigaciones previas, cuyo fin es analizar y demostrar la importancia del trabajo de investigación y divulgación de Mangini acerca del Lyceum de Madrid y relacionarlo con los escasos estudios musicológicos que se han realizado en España sobre este.
Educación musical superior y prácticas instrumentales conjuntas en tiempos de COVID-19
Authors: Pérez Borrajo Sara , Pérez Borrajo Aarón
Published: December 2021

Esta investigación tiene como objetivo principal estudiar el impacto de la pandemia ocasionada por el COVID-19 en la educación musical superior. De esta forma, se analizan los procesos de enseñanza-aprendizaje y, concretamente, la modalidad de educación online adoptada en este ámbito durante este período. Asimismo, se profundiza en la implantación de nuevas perspectivas pedagógicas motivadas por este contexto sociosanitario, con un interés específico a la hora de abordar las prácticas instrumentales conjuntas. La situación de emergencia y de crisis ocasionada por el coronavirus necesita de una acción educativa y social que, en este caso, sea capaz de asumir y de responder ante la obligación de generar un proceso educativo que incida en una práctica instrumental conjunta de calidad en los centros musicales de enseñanza superior. Para ello, desarrollamos y proponemos un nuevo modelo metodológico que, respetando las limitaciones suscitadas por este contexto, tiene presentes las necesidades, inquietudes y características individuales del alumnado que cursa este tipo de asignaturas.
Processo criativo em moda: uma revisão bibliométrica acerca dos autores da área
Authors: Cherutti Milena , Pinheiro Cristiano Max Pereira
Published: December 2021

A temática desta pesquisa circunda o estudo de processos criativos em moda, os quais permeiam o âmbito da intuição e surgem a partir da necessidade de solucionar problemas. Admite-se como questão norteadora deste estudo a realização de um mapeamento de autores sobre processos criativos em moda, elencando seus principais conceitos e abordagens e compreender quem são os principais autores que estudam esses processos na área da moda. Esta pesquisa torna-se pertinente na investigação de autores e conceitos de processos criativos em moda, servindo como base para a utilização em estudos futuros mais aprofundados, visto que faz parte de um estudo a nível macro, resultante de disciplinas e projeto de pesquisa para o Mestrado Profissional em Indústria Criativa, da Universidade Feevale.
Economia Criativa e o criativo “amador”: a criatividade a partir dos mecanismos imprevisíveis da cultura residual e emergente
Authors: Santos Romilson Marco dos
Published: December 2021

A Economia Criativa, como necessidade de um capitalismo cognitivo, evidencia uma criatividade galgada na capacidade de efetivamente gerar o novo. Logo, novas abordagens e novos mecanismos de existência criativa fazem-se necessários para tal objetivo. Este trabalho, portanto, visa a altercar em que medida os mecanismos imprevisíveis de criatividade da cultura residual e emergente se estabelecem como potência para a Economia Criativa, a partir do criativo “amador”. As hipóteses abrigam em: 1) o criativo “amador” se encontrar em fronteiras criativas inovadoras; 2) cabe fazer notar que tais fronteiras fomentam a cultura residual e emergente com uma atmosfera de forte caráter criativo suscitando, assim, formatos inauditos.
Indústria Criativa made in Brazil: Rock in Rio
Authors: Rodrigues Flavio Lins , Santos Maria Helena Carmo dos
Published: December 2021

A indústria criativa como força propulsora da economia de uma cidade é o mote deste artigo que propõe analisar o evento Rock in Rio como um exemplo modular da economia criativa no Brasil. Para isso, faz-se um breve panorama sobre o conceito de economia criativa no país, a história do festival e como ele se encaixa em uma economia ancorada em bens e serviços que mescla dois segmentos criativos: cultura e consumo.
Hacer extensión en los pueblos de la Costa de Santa Fe (Argentina): dos experiencias desde la Geografía de los Riesgos
Authors: Visintini María Laura , Levrino Juan Pablo , Schmidt Carolina , Cabre Pilar
Published: December 2021

El presente artículo recupera el trabajo continuo realizado a lo largo de casi diez años en el territorio de los pueblos de la Costa santafesina. En el mismo se reúnen dos instancias de extensión llevadas adelante desde dos marcos institucionales distintos (Proyecto de Extensión de Cátedra y Proyecto de Extensión Universitaria). El área de trabajo comprendió las actuales localidades de Arroyo Leyes y San José del Rincón (departamento La Capital) y Santa Rosa de Calchines, Cayastá, Helvecia, Colonia Mascías y Saladero Cabal (departamento Garay). El objetivo general fue generar y compartir conocimientos que contribuyeran al fortalecimiento de las capacidades territoriales de la población y las instituciones locales frente a las condiciones de riesgo de inundaciones en la zona. En este trabajo, presentamos un abordaje reflexivo sobre las implicancias de dichas prácticas.
Aportes de la sociología de los problemas sociales en torno a los asuntos ambientales. Aprendizajes desde experiencias de extensión e investigación sobre gestión de riesgos
Authors: Beltramino Tamara Lucía
Published: December 2021

El artículo recupera saberes y operaciones específicas de la sociología para el desarrollo de estrategias de intervención integrales en torno a problemas ambientales a partir de experiencias de investigación, docencia y extensión, sobre inundaciones y gestión de riesgos en el litoral argentino. Para esto propone una mirada desnaturalizada de estos fenómenos y retoma aportes de la teoría sociológica para atender a los procesos que inciden en la problematización de lo ambiental en las sociedades contemporáneas y sobre el rol de los expertos y del conocimiento científico en la delimitación y construcción de respuestas para este tipo de asuntos. Finalmente, retoma algunos desafíos persistentes que se visibilizan en las estrategias de gestión de los problemas ambientales a los fines de enriquecer el campo de debate sobre estos procesos y aportar al despliegue de estrategias interactorales y transdisciplinarias para su gestión.
La recepción argentina de la Phänomenologie des Geistes en la década de 1960
Authors: Abellón Milton
Published: December 2021

El presente trabajo aborda de manera exploratoria la recepción argentina de la Phänomenologie des Geistes de 1807 (Phä.) en los años 60. Nuestro propósito consiste en examinar las obras más destacadas, delimitar los lineamientos interpretativos, las problemáticas de interés más acuciantes, los interlocutores principales y las obras disponibles. En primer lugar, presentamos el tema y señalamos los antecedentes más relevantes. En segundo lugar, nos detenemos en la década de 1960. Sostenemos que los intereses fundamentales de esta etapa se dividen en cuatro temáticas: i. la dialéctica de las figuras de la conciencia, ii. los escritos juveniles de Hegel y su relación con la Phä., iii. las interpretaciones francesas y iv. la relación entre Hegel y Marx. Examinamos las obras más significativas de este periodo a la luz de esta estructuración temática. Finalmente, en tercer lugar, realizamos algunas consideraciones conclusivas que nos permiten dar con una caracterización general de la cuestión desarrollada.
Una aproximación a la recepción reciente de la filosofía de Hegel en la Argentina.
Authors: Brauer Daniel
Published: December 2021

En esta entrevista con el Prof. Dr. Daniel Brauer, uno de los investigadores que ha dedicado importantes estudios al pensamiento de Hegel y ha contribuido a su recepción en Argentina, se ponen de manifiesto algunos momentos significativos de su experiencia como docente e investigador en las últimas décadas.
Keanekaragaman Jenis Tumbuhan di Taman Cerdas Kota Samarinda
Authors: Azizah Nur , Utami Sri
Published: December 2021

Urban areas that have a high population density and availability of motorized vehicles required Green Open Space. Green Open Space is an open area in nature that contains vegetation which are necessary to support the ecological system and improve the environmental quality in urban areas. The purpose of this research is to identify the species and abundance of plant in Taman Cerdas Kota Samarinda. The applied method was cruise method by exploring the trails in Taman Cerdas. Every plant that are encountered are noted for the name of species and counted the number from each species. The results showed 21 species of plants consisting of 5 species of trees, 9 species of shrubs and 7 species of herbs included in 19 families with a total number of 3,704 individuals. Plants that are dominant is an ornamentals plants for aesthetic function and serve for natural therapy (healing service). The results of environmental factor measurements are Taman Cerdas located in elevation of 5 mdpl, coordinate S 0° 28' 32", E 117° 09' 01", air temperature: 30° C and humidity: 73%.
Faktor Dominasi Pengembangan Karir terhadap Komitmen Organisasi
Authors: Widjaya Yoga Satria , Indrawati Ratna , Wekadigunawan Cri Sajjana Prajna
Published: December 2021

Low commitment from employees to the hospital could be seen from the low number of employees who remain working. Compensation did not match expectations and the work climate was uncomfortabel and the lack of training as one of the career development processes made the low commitment of employees to the hospital. This study aims to provide empirical evidence of the effect of compensation and work climate on organizational commitment mediated by career development. The research method used will be quantitative methods with the type of causality research. Data source will be primary. Subjects to be analyzed will be all employees except the doctors in X hospital Cisauk Tangerang. Analysis will be using structural path analysis. Results of this study were compensation, work climate, and career development simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on organizational commitment. Partially, compensation and work climate had a positive and significant effect on career development. The research findings were the direct effect of compensation and work climate on organizational commitment greater than mediated by career development. The effect of career development is greater on organizational commitment compared to compensation and work climate.
ÖRGÜT İÇİ UYUM İLE ÇALIŞANLARIN PSİKOLOJİK GÜÇLENDİRME ALGILARI ARASINDAKİ İLİŞKİDE YÖNETİCİYE GÜVENİN MODERATÖR ROLÜ
Authors: ERDEM Mutlu , ELÇİ Meral , TÜRKER Muhsin Kürşat
Published: December 2021

Örgüt yapılarının çeşitlendiği ve karmaşıklaştığı, insan iletişiminin ön plana çıktığı, maddi ödüller kadar çalışanların psikolojik ihtiyaçlarının da önemsendiği günümüzde, güven algısı önemli bir yer tutmaktadır. Bu kavramların önemi dolayısıyla örgüt içi uyum ve güvenin bir arada ve etkileşim halinde olmalarının, çalışanların kendilerini psikolojik açıdan daha güçlü hissetmelerini olumlu yönde etkileyeceği düşünülebilir. Hemşireler üzerinde yapılan bu araştırmada, örgüt içi uyum ve yöneticiye güven algısının etkileşiminin psikolojik güçlendirme algısını ne yönde değiştireceğinin belirlenmesi amaçlanmıştır. Belirlenen hipotezlerin test edilmesi amacıyla yürütülen çalışmanın sonuçları, hiyerarşik regresyon analizi ile değerlendirilmiştir. Örgüt içi uyumun; çalışanların psikolojik güçlendirme algısını artırdığı ancak, yöneticiye güven algısıyla etkileşimi durumunda bu iki değişkenin etkileşiminin psikolojik güçlendirme algısına etkisinin olmadığı belirlenmiştir.
SERBEST BANKACILIK TEORİSİ ÖRNEĞİ OLARAK KRİPTO PARA PİYASALARI
Authors: AY İsmail Cem , DAŞDEMİR Esat
Published: December 2021

Bu çalışma kripto para birimlerini, iktisat literatüründe çok radikal bir teori olan serbest bankacılık teorisinin bir uygulaması olarak değerlendirerek literatürde önemli bir boşluğu doldurmayı amaçlamıştır. Serbest bankacılık teorisi, yine teknolojinin sağladığı olanaklarla elektronik paralar (e-paralar) ile 1990’lı yıllarda denenmiştir. Ancak kripto para sistemi, e-paralara göre serbest bankacılık teorisinin daha sağlıklı ve güncel bir uygulamasıdır. Kripto paralar, e-paralara göre, paranın fonksiyonlarını daha iyi bir biçimde yerine getirmektedir. Çalışma kapsamında serbest bankacılık teorisini anlamak adına merkezi para otoritelerinin para piyasalarına müdahale şekilleri ve sonuçları değerlendirilmiştir. Buna göre merkezi otoritelerin düşük faiz ve ucuz krediler ile fon piyasalarına müdahale etmesi herhangi bir sektöre yapılan müdahaleden farksız değildir. Kripto para birimlerinin kullanımında en büyük engellerden birini yasal belirsizlikler oluşturmaktadır. Kripto para birimleri hala merkezi para otoriteleri ile rekabet edebilecek bir para birimi konumuna gelmemiştir. Kripto para birimleri ile ulusal paraların rekabet edebilmesi için kripto para birimlerinin başarılı olmasının yanında merkezi para otoritelerinin başarısız olması da gerekli bir koşuldur. Çalışma kapsamında serbest bankacılık teorisi perspektifinden kripto paraların dünü, bugünü ve geleceği yorumlanmıştır.