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Volunteering and fake volunteering in Ukraine: a new research direction through the prism of informal institutions
Authors: Matsiyevsky Yuriy , Lukianchuk Yana
Published: September 2024

This study delves into the emergence of fake voluntarism, a novel form of deception observed in Ukraine following the onset of the Russo-Ukrainian war. The full-scale Russian aggression not only spurred the expansion of the volunteer movement but also fostered the proliferation of spurious volunteerism, primarily motivated by the pursuit of personal gain. We conceptualize these contrasting social practices as informal institutions, diverging in their functions. While traditional volunteering falls into the category of ‘complementary’ informal institutions, following G. Helmke and S. Levitsky's typology, fake volunteering represents ‘competing’ institutions that not only diminish the efficacy of formal institutions but also erode the credibility of genuine volunteer efforts.
This research aims to expand the scope of study of informal institutions in wartime conditions, in particular, to contribute to the discussion on the reasons for Ukraine's resilience during the war and the challenges of overcoming internal threats. While volunteerism in various forms is an essential element of state resilience, fake volunteerism, along with other corrosive institutions, undermines it from within. Drawing on the open-source data, we extract distinctive attributes that enable the differentiation between these phenomena. Additionally, we delve into the structural factors that foster opportunities for fake volunteering in wartime Ukraine, including inadequate legal oversight, the persistence of personal exchanges, and a high level of trust in volunteers. These conditions, exacerbated by escalating economic pressures and social uncertainties, collectively contribute to the emergence of pseudo-volunteering. Our proposed model of fake volunteering allows for a better understanding of this institution's underlying nature.
The research offers a novel perspective in explaining new social practices arising from wartime conditions and offering practical insights for establishing legal and social safeguards against fraud during periods of war and post-war reconstruction.
State Information Policy of Ukraine in the Conditions of a Full-Scale Military Invasion of Russian Federation: Social Mobilization Potential and Efficiency
Authors: Nikolaiets Yurii
Published: September 2024

The article is devoted to determining the social mobilization potential of the state information policy of Ukraine in the conditions of a full-scale military invasion of the Russian Federation. The dependence of the state information policy of Ukraine on the course of events at the front, the successful implementation of mobilization measures and the nature of the organization of countermeasures against enemy informational and psychological operations has been revealed. It is found that during years of full-scale Russian aggression against Ukraine, signs of internal political struggle and populism within the implementation of the state information policy became increasingly evident, as the authorities aimed to portray desired narratives as factual. It is justified that the decrease in trust in the messages broadcast by the 24-hour marathon „Unified News #UAtogether” is attributed to its perception as a pro-government information source and doubts about the veracity of some of its content. It is proven that centralized communication models in the conditions of accelerated development of the information society gave way to social networks, which contributed to the growth of the influence of influencers. Distrust towards official information sources led to the proliferation of alternative content sources on social media, video hosting platforms, and streaming channels. It was determined that the government's plan to spread important information through individual Telegram channels was gradually losing its effectiveness. The reason for this can be called the absence of comprehensive situation analysis and overt positioning of some Telegram channels as pro-government. Furthermore, Ukraine's state information policy emerged as a significant tool in highlighting Russian war crimes and crimes against humanity. The author defined that successful enemy operations aimed at undermining trust in Ukraine's government institutions and fostering unrealistic expectations were noted, which proved unattainable in practice. It was determined that the state information policy should contribute to creating an economic basis for media development. To enhance media project outreach, they should be visually and audibly represented and disseminated digitally, taking into account the increasing influence of artificial intelligence.
Modern Information Policy: The US Experience for Ukraine
Authors: Rzhevska Nina
Published: September 2024

The article argues for the need to enhance Ukraine's state modern information policy, identifying potential avenues for improvement of its effectiveness by drawing upon the experience of the United States. It is important to understand that the information policy of the state should be aimed at the formation of the state information space, at expanding and refining the legal framework for regulating social relations based on specific circumstances, dissemination and utilization of information, deepening of the political stability, and ensuring societal information security.
Information policy ensures that information resources receive coordinated technological support, offers unrestricted access to them, and provides users with tools for effective information search, use, and transfer. It is essential that the effectiveness of information policy can only be achieved through consensus, involving all interested parties.
It is crucial to understand that information policy in times of war entails a set of measures implemented by the state in collaboration with civil society institutions, aimed at regulating information processes and fostering the development of an information society where defense goals take priority. Consequently, a significant challenge arises from the absence of a legislative framework regulating information protection and counteracting new threats in the information sphere, and implements measures regarding responsibility for actions or organized activities that harm the information security of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The state and civil society are provided with practical recommendations for creating conditions conducive to the development of an optimal model of state information policy, adaptable to various situations, including those under martial law.
Constructing a Policy of National Memory: Ideas, Meanings, Accents
Authors: Vasylevska Tetiana , Bevz Tetyana
Published: September 2024

The article attempts to actualize the issue of memory in general, and national memory in particular, in the conditions of a full-scale war between the Russian Federation and Ukraine. The expediency of this study is connected with the existence of disagreements in public consciousness about the „historical past of the nation”, as well as with the need to preserve national memory. In the context of a full-scale war, a new national memory is being formed, which will become the base/foundation of the postwar Ukrainian national identity.
It is shown that the construction of a national memory policy is the process of forming and reproducing a common memory in society, which includes the creation of common ideas, symbols, narratives and important meanings that unite the nation and its history, and is an element of national identity formation.
The article pays special attention to the analysis of contemporary scientific research on the politics of memory, which raises the issues of „wars of memory”; conflicts of historical versions of memory; the problem of the relationship between memory and history; historical amnesia; local memory; history as an instrument of the state; oblivion as a mechanism of power; the extermination of important historical facts; aspects of the construction of memory policy; laws of memory; commemoration; displacement of memory; mythologizing the past, and others.
The article analyzes the contradictions that arise in the construction of national memory. The point is that there may be contradictions between different narratives of the nation's past within the state, between personal and national memory, and between the national memory of different states. The construction of national memory can be accompanied by ignoring or appropriating facts, simplifying the complexity of national histories, selectivity, and the use of „forgetting”. Mythology and idealization of the past, as well as the absolutization of the category „historical truth” harm the unbiased consideration of history and carry the risk of provoking conflicts. It is proved that оnly an understanding of these contradictions, an attempt to reconcile them, and an awareness of history as an important factor in shaping the present and future of society and human beings will allow us to take a responsible approach to building a national memory policy.
EU Energy Securitisation: Ukraine's Place in the European Energy System
Authors: Synhaievska Daria , Demyanchuk Oleksandr
Published: September 2024

This article focuses on the investigation of the European Union's securitisation policy in the energy sector, in particular, the provision of energy carriers to the Union, which was developed in response to Russia's energy wars of 2006–2007 and 2008–2009 against Ukraine and indirectly against the European Union. The theory of securitisation, formulated by S. Ozkan, B. Buzan and other researchers, focuses not so much on eliminating the consequences of crises as on creating a system of securitisation for the relevant industries with increased stress resistance, diversification of economic and technological ties with partners and strengthening the social orientation of their functioning. The algorithmization of this policy and the changes that led to the institutional response to Russian aggression in the energy sector are investigated. The research is based on the approach of sociological (neo)institutionalism, which allows explaining political processes in terms of not only economic benefits, but also their importance for the development of other spheres of public life and international cooperation. This approach is based on the notion that, first, the institutional environment in which a particular institution operates provides it with the necessary resources, as well as legitimates and regulates its activities. As a result, sociological institutionalism emphasises the role of norms, rules, and culture, influencing the self-identification of actors associated with this institution, as well as defining „friends” and „foes” in the overall institutional structure. It is shown that changes in the EU energy policy are dictated not only by economic or technological considerations, but also by the requirement to meet the needs of the population and economy of the EU member states. At the same time, Ukraine's inclusion in the EU's common securitisation system is in the economic, political, and social interests of Ukraine, which, both under the Association Agreement and in the event of its accession to the EU, will have the status of an acceptor country. The article considers possible options for the EU and Ukraine to establish Ukraine as the EU's eastern securitizer and their respective consequences for both parties.
KARBON VERGİSİ, EMİSYON TİCARET SİSTEMİ VE SINIRDA KARBON DÜZENLEMESİ: TÜRKİYE AÇISINDAN DEĞERLENDİRMELER
Authors: Özdemir Hakan , Köse Merve
Published: September 2024

Sanayi devrimi sonrası nüfus artışı ve doğal kaynakların hızlı tüketimi, küresel ısınma ve iklim değişikliğine yol açmıştır. Bu durum, iklim değişikliğiyle mücadeleyi zorunlu kılmıştır. İlk adım, karbon emisyonlarını azaltmaktır. Bu, sera gazı salımının olumsuz etkilerini azaltmayı ve iklim değişikliğini önlemeyi amaçlar. Karbon fiyatlandırma mekanizmaları, bu amacı gerçekleştirmek için geliştirilmiştir. Ancak, bu mekanizmaların kullanılmaması, uluslararası rekabeti olumsuz etkileyebilir. Bu nedenle, Avrupa Birliği (AB) sınırda karbon düzenleme mekanizmasını oluşturmuştur. Türkiye, henüz karbon fiyatlandırması uygulamamaktadır, ancak bu konuda çalışmalar devam etmektedir. Sonuç olarak, Avrupa Birliği’nin sınırda karbon düzenleme mekanizması, Türkiye için bir teşvik ve fırsat olarak görülmektedir. Türkiye’nin çalışmaları, emisyon ticaret sistemine odaklanmıştır, ancak karbon vergisi üzerine de odaklanılması gerektiği değerlendirilmektedir.
Stakeholder’s Perception of Dual Higher Education Implementation. Case Study: Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova
Authors: Solcan Angela , Covaş Lilia , Chicu Olga
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this article is to analyse the implementation of dual education in higher degree studies at the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova (ASEM), from the perspective of stakeholder management. The research focuses on assessing the perceptions and experiences of key stakeholders: students, business representatives and teachers. Starting with autumn 2022, ASEM initiated, for the first time in the Republic of Moldova, the organization of dual higher education studies within the Erasmus+ project, entitled “Integration of dual higher education in Moldova and Ukraine (COOPERA)”, reference code 617490-EPP-1-2020-1-MD-EPPKA2CBHE-SP. The research focuses on two dual undergraduate training programs: Business and Administration and Applied Informatics. The experience gained over these two years allows preliminary conclusions to be drawn on the efficiency and benefits of dual higher education, highlighting the importance of active and continuous involvement of all stakeholders for the success and sustainability of the programme.
Appraisal of the Potential for the Formation of Economic Clusters in the Industrial Branches of the Republic of Moldova, Using the Cluster-Index
Authors: Rusu Ecaterina , Benea-Popuşoi Elina
Published: September 2024

The identification and mapping of industrial agglomerations with the help of the ClusterIndex, allows obtaining a comparative perspective at the territorial level of the potential for the formation of economic clusters. The authors of the research calculated the ClusterIndex at a disaggregated level in the economy of the Republic of Moldova, identifying the industrial branches and regions where there are industrial agglomerations that could be supported and transformed into functional economic clusters. The obtained data reveal the existence in the country’s economy of industrial agglomerations with a relevant level of concentration and those with a moderate level of concentration, also indicating the very diverse composition of the agglomerations, in terms of the industrial branches included. Geographically, most of the agglomerations are concentrated in the municipalities of Chisinau and Balti. The research results can serve as an objective source of information for central and local public authorities, which aim to develop policies and tools to support economic clusters.
Turning the State-Owned Enterprises from a Burden into an Opportunity for Economic Development
Authors: Lupușor Adrian
Published: September 2024

The sector of state-owned enterprises (SOEs)1 in the Republic of Moldova is plagued by the problem of weak governance, both at the state level (regulations and policies) and at the company level. As a result, the financial and operational performance of SOEs over the last years has been in continuous decline. However, state-owned enterprises can be transformed from a burden for Moldova’s economic development into a source of opportunities and tools that could generate a number of important economic reforms. The results of the given research demonstrate that state-owned enterprises have the potential to serve as important channels for attracting private investment, boost capital market development, develop and promote new financial instruments, strengthen state security and fortify strategic infrastructure.
Analysis of Performance Indicators in the Courts of the Republic of Moldova through the Prism of the Human Resources Management
Authors: Cupcea Ion
Published: September 2024

Considering that performance is a topic of interest for almost all organizations, in this article the author has analysed performance indicators in courts through the human factor. At the current stage, from the perspective of human resource management, there are several indicators that reflect the performance of courts. In this sense, several of these indicators will be analysed during the research. The information for the analysis of performance indicators was extracted from the statistical reports of the Agency for the Administration of the Courts of the Republic of Moldova. The results obtained prove the existence of problems and difficulties in the courts conditioned by the human factor.
Methodological and Practical Aspects on Accounting for Foreign Currency Advances
Authors: Nederiţa Alexandru , Grabarovschi Ludmila
Published: September 2024

This Study addresses the methodological and practical aspects of accounting for operations that include the payment, receipt, use, repayment and settlement of foreign currency advances. Such aspects cover the classification methods for advances paid and received, for recognising and measuring the foreign exchange differences related to transactions that include foreign currency advances. In particular, the issues of accounting for such advances in compliance with the national and international accounting requirements are investigated. Likewise, the way of presenting the information on foreign currency advances in complete and abridged financial statements is reviewed, as well as the tax matters related to the operations with the mentioned advances. The authors have developed recommendations on how to modernise the accounting for advances paid and received in a foreign currency, which will ensure a higher level of financial information reliability, transparency and comparability at the national and international levels.
Enterprise’s Risks and Their Management under Current Economic Conditions
Authors: Băncilă Natalia , Popovici Angela
Published: September 2024

At the current stage, an increasing number of economic entities are exposed to various risks, both internal and external. The operating conditions for enterprises in recent years have changed significantly compared to previous years due to multiple causes: political, social, global, etc., which have created unpredictable or at least difficult-to-anticipate conditions, forcing entrepreneurs to seek new markets, new ways of operating, new business partners, or even to reprofile their activities. The issue of studying and managing enterprise risks is important because it allows them to take certain measures to prevent, limit, or avoid risk. In many cases, risks enable enterprises to understand their vulnerabilities and strengths, and the timely identification of risks for economic agents aiming to make a profit allows for more efficient operations.
Reconsidering the Budget Approach in the Republic of Moldova by Including Gender Perspective
Authors: Petroia Andrei , Zadnipru Rodica
Published: September 2024

Efforts to mainstream gender dimension into public policies have been ongoing in recent years. Among the problems identified in the field of gender-sensitive budgeting, the Strategy for Ensuring Equality between Women and Men in the Republic of Moldova (2017-2021) [7] emphasizes the lack of a normative framework and budgetary instructions to regulate gender-sensitive budgeting in the budget planning process. A general objective regarding the integration of gender-sensitive budgeting was again proposed through the Program for Promoting and Ensuring Equality between Women and Men in the Republic of Moldova (2023-2027). The research presents methodological recommendations regarding the implementation of the gender-sensitive approach in the budget process for public authorities, which implies the bringing of normative acts regarding the implementation and use of the gender-sensitive approach in the budget process in accordance with the stated requirements.
Influence of the Technology Ecosystem on the Companies’ Competitiveness
Authors: Popa Marina
Published: September 2024

In this article, the author aims to analyse the influence of the technological ecosystem on the competitiveness of companies. In the current era, several factors directly influence all actors in the global economy, in particular, consumers, companies, and governments. Their development must be in line with these movements. In a world where terms such as nanotechnology, biotechnology, big data, fintech and artificial intelligence are natural and present in everyday processes, it is important to study and analyse how technology, with its entire ecosystem, impacts the actors mentioned above. The Internet, software, advanced technological tools have a direct impact on the business environment, especially as the exponential pace at which this field is evolving requires continuous dynamism in all aspects. Thus, the research aims to identify what the technological factors are and how they impact processes within companies.
The Use of Rate Study in Real Estate Market Analysis within the Mass Appraisal System in the Republic of Moldova
Authors: Paladi Alexandru
Published: September 2024

This article investigates issues related to determining real estate market indicators in the framework of mass appraisal of immovable property in the Republic of Moldova, according to the recent methodological framework issued by the authorities, set to be implemented in practice. Simultaneously, this study proposes an applied methodology for real estate market analysis, aiming to identify specific indicators necessary for an adequate and equitable assessment of the real estate market at both regional and national levels. The article systematically synthesizes the limitations associated with using arithmetic mean to calculate market prices per unit as market indicators, and highlights the advantages of rate study as an alternative for monitoring and analysing the real estate market. The effectiveness of the proposed methodology is demonstrated through a case study, arguing for its necessity in practice.
Incorporación de las plataformas Streaming en el desarrollo estratégico de las relaciones públicas en organizaciones Mipymes de Guayaquil
Authors: Miranda Lucas Jorge Luis , Estrella Tutivén Ingrid Viviana
Published: September 2024

En la presente investigación se analiza cómo las herramientas streaming logran potenciar las estrategias de relaciones públicas, en el mejoramiento de la imagen de una corporación, en este caso del centro comercial Plaza Triángulo de Guayaquil, un lugar que alberga más de 50 locales comerciales o Mipymes (pequeñas y medianas empresas). Se escogió este centro comercial, por cuanto en los últimos años ha tenido muchos problemas que han deteriorado su imagen, lo que ha provocado que disminuya la afluencia de clientes. Para una mayor efectividad de la investigación se tomó como referencia metodológica para el análisis el modelo de Philip Lesly, presentado en su libro “Nuevo Manual de Relaciones Públicas”. Allí, el autor presenta 8 fases: que permiten conocer las acciones y el uso de las relaciones públicas en los negocios. La finalidad de este proyecto es comprobar si el uso de las herramientas streaming como estrategia de relaciones públicas, puede contribuir en la reconstrucción de la imagen corporativa de Plaza Triángulo, para ello además se propone al final un plan de comunicación multimedia que permita al público guayaquileño conocer los servicios y productos que ofrece el centro comercial y sus negocios Mipymes.
Comunicación e imagen turística, sinergia para el desarrollo de los destinos comunitarios rurales
Authors: Herrera Rivas Keila Ketty , Vilema Herrera Keila Estefania
Published: September 2024

Esta investigación sobre los destinos comunitarios rurales es de carácter descriptiva, con enfoque cualitativo, en base a la revisión bibliográfica, adopta como variables de estudio a la comunicación y la imagen turística, con el objetivo de lograr una conceptualización de ambos términos, para comprender su interrelación en el turismo, en vista de su implicación en el intercambio cultural e influencia en los turistas y en la comunidad receptora, para la promoción interna y externa del destino turístico mediante el análisis de modelos de difusión y creación de la imagen local percibida y proyectada, con la adopción de recursos digitales con contenido audiovisual para el público objetivo, las nuevas generaciones, los nuevos consumidores.
Ecosistemas tecnológicos, transmedias, narrativas digitales y la ciberradio
Authors: Chang Yánez Beatriz , Vizuete Negrete Washington , Vergara Torres Consuelo , Barreth González Alba
Published: September 2024

Este estudio busca aportar en el debate sobre la influyente trascendencia de los ecosistemas tecnológicos, transmedias, narrativas en el establecimiento de los nuevos entornos, formatos de concepción, gestión y desarrollo de las producciones radiofónicas digitales, sustentados en innovaciones tecnológicas que están convirtiendo a la radio ecuatoriana en un cibermedio. Esta investigación realiza la revisión sistemática de técnicas de incorporación, utilización y aplicación de narrativas digitales radiales, surgidas a partir del hipertexto y convergencia transmediática, recursos expresivos, procesos interactivos, estableciendo trayectos de producciones virtuales; y, elucidar la realización mediática, de aprovechamiento estético de las tecnologías, herramientas y formatos de producción, integración y dimensión virtual, para contenidos adaptados al desarrollo de la naturaleza multimedia e interactiva para nodos y enlaces móviles. La metodología de revisión y seguimiento a las radios se realizó mediante el análisis documental y aplicación del método interpretativo, para cualitativamente demostrar que el cambio tecnológico es el principal generador de oportunidades de desarrollo en la industria digital, que incorporó, a la informática para digitalizar los procesos técnicos de producción. Los resultados evidencian una estrategia integrada de técnicas de multimedialidad con el sistema analógico en fases de desarrollo y evolución de producciones de contenidos, narrativa programática. Comprobando que la ciberradio está descubriendo sus posibilidades expresivas, creando narrativas propias, adecuadas a la transformación del ecosistema comunicativo de la industria radial.
Políticas públicas para fomentar la innovación y reactivación del sector editorial en el Ecuador
Authors: Jaramillo Escobar Bladimir Heriberto
Published: September 2024

La crisis económica en la que se encuentran todas las economías del mundo como consecuencia de la pandemia por Covid 19 y el complejo panorama geopolítico por la guerra entre Rusia y Ucrania, desde inicios del 2022, han afectado de manera significativa a la industria cultural en el Ecuador y de manera particular al sector editorial. Este atraviesa serios problemas. Por eso, conocer su estructura, el aporte que brinda a la sociedad ecuatoriana y analizar las principales políticas públicas implementadas para la reactivación del sector editorial durante los últimos cinco años son los objetivos de este trabajo de investigación exploratorio y descriptivo. Toma como base información bibliográfica recopilada de fuentes principalmente secundarias, debido a la poca difusión de datos oficiales y las dificultades para encontrarlas. Se realizó una encuesta a estudiantes universitarios para conocer su inversión de tiempo en lectura. Se compararon los datos con los de otros organismos. Entre las principales conclusiones se reafirma el bajo nivel lectura de los ecuatorianos, las limitadas políticas públicas para el sector y la poca innovación incorporada en los procesos de producción del libro. Se proponen un conjunto de recomendaciones que podrían ayudar a la reactivación del sector editorial ecuatoriano.
Enseñanza del diseño gráfico desde el discurso identitario de marca país - Ecuador
Authors: Arias Villamar John Alfredo
Published: September 2024

La investigación se basa en la enseñanza del diseño gráfico, desde el discurso de carácter nacional o marca país, y como aporta en la resolución de problemas visuales; y orienta de manera significativa al estudiantado seleccionado. Se establecieron 3 etapas de materialización: etapa 1 de investigativa teórica y práctica, en donde se analizaron los argumentos visuales relacionados con marca país, identidad visual, morfología identitaria, estrategias identificatorias; características morfológicas, e indicadores de alto rendimiento. Etapa 2, se procedió a materializar las identidades visuales, bajo técnicas gráficas análogas y digitales; y etapa 3, en la que se procedió a entregar las propuestas.
Talleres sobre la equidad de género en el sector rural mediante el empleo de la comunicación como método
Authors: Alfonso García Marcial , Mendoza Domínguez Imandra , Martínez Rivera Taimy
Published: September 2024

En este trabajo se identifican las formas de vida de la mujer y el hombre del sector rural del municipio cubano de Aguada de Pasajeros y las desiguales oportunidades para ambos. A partir de lo anterior se determina como objetivo: proponer un sistema de talleres mediante el empleo de la comunicación para garantizar la equidad de género en la ruralidad aguadense. La elaboración de los talleres estuvo antecedida del diagnóstico y caracterización de las particularidades de la mujer rural, de las potencialidades del Centro Universitario Municipal para la concreción de acciones de capacitación, así como de las percepciones acerca de la equidad de género y la comunicación. Para su ejecución se tuvieron en cuenta los recursos humanos y materiales presentes en el municipio, en función de dar cumplimiento al fin trazado. La aplicación de la propuesta de talleres permitió a las mujeres rurales adquirir conocimientos acerca del tema y se ofrecieron nuevas oportunidades para el goce del ejercicio pleno de los derechos, una mayor contribución de la mujer en la vida socio laboral, así como justicia y equidad entre las mujeres y hombres del sector rural aguadense.
Contrastes del poder y la influencia política en dos medios de comunicación: privado y público de Ecuador, durante la pandemia del COVID -19
Authors: Vásquez Calahorrano Miguel , Serrano Moscoso Shirley , Alvear Viteri Andrea
Published: September 2024

El presente estudio evidencia el tratamiento periodístico expuesto por dos medios de comunicación uno de servicio público, administrado por el Estado ecuatoriano y otro privado, sobre la crisis sanitaria acontecida en Guayaquil, Ecuador, en el pico más alto de la pandemia ocasionada por la COVID-19, donde se evidenciaron niveles de contagio elevados, produciendo a diario altos números de fallecidos, esta situación suigéneris generó posterior abandono, pérdida y extravío de cadáveres, originados entre otras cosas por la falta de estrategia de planificación y comunicación gubernamental para afrontar la crisis, reflejada en la ausencia de información oficial, falta de protocolos, planes para afrontar la pandemia, por lo que es indispensable realizar un análisis de la línea editorial de los medios en lo referente a lo público y lo privado en comunicación, evidenciando sus intereses, los mismos que coadyuvaron a generar miedo entre la población y ocultar la realidad, afectando la credibilidad del medio de comunicación. La metodología usada partió de una revisión cuantitativa de las publicaciones efectuadas por los medios entre el 13 de marzo y el 20 de mayo de 2020, como espacio de análisis, además, una encuesta aplicada a 50 periodistas que laboran en esa ciudad, incluidos en el chat denominado “Comunicadores Sociales” y entrevistas a profesionales y académicos quienes aportaron con análisis cualitativo.
Percepción de los docentes sobre la inteligencia artificial en la educación superior
Authors: Infante Plaza Ángel
Published: September 2024

A nivel mundial, la inteligencia artificial es un tema que está en auge, influyendo significativamente en la educación. Constantemente y con mayor énfasis la tecnología forma parte de los sistemas educativos donde se ven inmersos tanto docentes como alumnos, quienes buscan apoyarse de múltiples herramientas para garantizar mejores resultados en los diversos procesos de la educación superior. . El presente estudio tiene como objetivo conocer la percepción de los docentes de educación superior sobre la inteligencia artificial y a su vez conocer sus diferentes opiniones sobre cómo puede influir en los estudiantes. Se aplicó una investigación descriptiva con enfoque cualitativo y se realizó una entrevista semiestructurada 10 profesores de educación superior que son correspondientes al Instituto Tecnológico Superior Urdesa ITSU, ubicado en la ciudad de Guayaquil. El resultado de la investigación determinó que existe un alto porcentaje de percepción positiva respecto al uso de la inteligencia artificial, también se destaca que la inteligencia artificial puede aportar a los estudiantes en el desarrollo de sus clases, teniendo en cuenta la forma adecuada de su uso y de saber aprovechar todas sus ventajas en el ámbito educativo; haciendo énfasis al crecimiento de la cultura digital garantizando una educación innovadora.
Comunicación visual y su importancia para la promoción en redes sociales de microemprendimientos de turismo comunitario de la costa ecuatoriana
Authors: Guillén Matamoros Andrea Carolina , Rengifo Rengel Daniela Yamile , Tumbaco Franco Alexandra Juliana
Published: September 2024

La presente investigación se enfoca en la comunicación visual y su importancia para la promoción en redes sociales de microemprendimientos de turismo comunitario de la costa ecuatoriana. La metodología utilizada, emplea el análisis de contenido a negocios de tres provincias costeñas: Guayas, Santa Elena, y Manabí para la interpretación de datos por medio de observación en estas plataformas. Permite identificar el contenido visual de los emprendimientos de turismo en sus medios sociales y su relevancia para la fomentación turística de las mismas. Entre los resultados, se observa que las comunas realizan publicaciones de manera regular, donde se encuentran videos y fotos, aunque casi en su totalidad, no reflejan una línea gráfica adecuada y las piezas gráficas carecen de una buena edición. Por tanto, se concluye que las microempresas de turismo comunitario en la costa ecuatoriana de las provincias antes mencionadas requieren mayor atención en el uso de las redes sociales para que la divulgación de su contenido sea efectiva.
Inteligencia Artificial: oportunidad o amenaza para la academia y los profesionales
Authors: Jaramillo Escobar Bladimir
Published: September 2024

La Inteligencia Artificial (IA), es una innovación tecnológica disruptiva aplicada en casi todos los campos del trabajo, dado sus características reduce el costo de producción, simplifica actividades repetitivas, sin embargo, viene generando gran preocupación en muchos sectores académicos y profesionales que ven a esta tecnología como una amenaza para la actividad de muchas profesiones y podrían ser afectados al ser reemplazados en su trabajo, así también están los grandes desafíos éticos que conlleva su uso, estas preocupaciones y oportunidades de la IA se analizan de manera breve en el editorial.
Comunicación visual digital y percepción de la identidad corporativa en instituciones de educación superior
Authors: Holguín Martínez Katherine , Peñafiel Guiracocha Viviana , Galarza Lucio Jair
Published: September 2024

El presente artículo analiza la comunicación visual digital de algunas Instituciones de Educación Superior en la ciudad de Guayaquil, Ecuador, desde un ámbito de identidad corporativa y la percepción que los profesionales en el diseño tienen de éstas, para lo cual se buscó examinar mediante un análisis visual a fin de establecer las diferencias más destacables entre la gestión de identidad de algunas universidades públicas y privadas en Guayaqui, Ecuador, de forma que se pueda identificar y conocer las características principales de la comunicación de cada Institución y la influencia que esta posee, según los profesionales en el diseño y la comunicación. El enfoque de esta investigación tiene un carácter cualitativo, se describe y analiza la marca gráfica de ocho universidades, cuatro públicas y cuatro privadas; forma, color, tipografía y mensaje verbal. Entre las principales conclusiones se pudo observar que las universidades privadas de manera similar proyectan la comunicación visual digital, con el uso de imagotipos simples y concretos que transmiten mensajes que denotan fortaleza, seriedad y trayectoria usando imagotipos de tipo Isologos, compuestos por un ícono y logotipo, lo cual agrega un estilo marcado entre las instituciones privadas. En el caso de las universidades públicas pudo identificarse más variedad y por tanto diferencias notoria entre el mismo grupo.
Effect of Different Sizes and Heights on the Removal Efficiency of Composite Clay Filter for Gold Mine Site Wastewater Remediation
Authors: Olatunji Abass Adekunle , Ayanshola Ayanniyi Mufutau , Ajala Mary Adejoke , Erhuanga Ebelechukwu
Published: September 2024

Wastewater from mining-related activities contains toxic elements that require remediation, and most available wastewater filters have inconsistent flow rates and removal efficiency due to their thickness. This study, therefore, examined the effect of height and size on the flow rate and removal efficiency of a clay composite filter for wastewater remediation. The developed clay filter and its composites were characterized using various techniques such as X-ray fluorescence (XRF), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The XRF analysis showed that the clay contained 91.38% major minerals, including iron oxide (Fe2O3), aluminum oxide (Al2O3), and silica (SiO2), which could enhance the filtration process. Additionally, FTIR revealed that both the clay and the filter are rich in functional groups, including kaolinite and illite, which could promote the filtration process. Further analysis showed that the filters had an average adsorption rate of 87.32%, an average flow rate of 0.891 L/hr, and an average removal efficiency of 99.6%. An increase in the height of a small-diameter filter resulted in a 0.21% increase in removal efficiency, while for larger diameters, the removal efficiency decreased by 0.11%. Conversely, increasing the diameter of a short filter increased the efficiency by 0.25%, while for taller filters, the removal efficiency decreased by 0.07%. Therefore, this work demonstrated that both height and diameter have noticeable effects on flow rate: as height increases, flow rate decreases, and as diameter increases, flow rate increases. The filter's efficiency is somewhat affected by both height and diameter, with a small increase in efficiency noted at greater heights and a slight decrease in efficiency noted at larger diameters.
Digital Marketing and Consumer Nutritional Behavior
Authors: Kömürcü Aysu , Özdil Dilara , Botsali Ahmet Reha , Önay Derin Didem
Published: September 2024

Digital marketing involves promoting and selling products and services online and it is becoming extremely critical for retailers to gain new customers. Digital marketing uses online platforms, e-mail communications and messaging services, advertisements, and multi-modal online techniques. Digital marketing techniques can be used in parallel with machine learning and artificial intelligence to provide more effective results in analyzing customer behavior. Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an important and popular tool in the 21st century, affecting almost every sector, including engineering, science, medicine, business, finance, and marketing. However, AI’s dominance in every field of life, especially in digital marketing, may cause some ethical concerns related to consumers. In addition to these moral concerns, digital marketing creates doubts about its negative impact on human health.   For this reason, understanding consumer behavior and providing products according to consumer needs has become indispensable for companies today. Digital marketing is everywhere in our daily lives and is also frequently used in the food industry. Through digital marketing, food industries promote the consumption of foods that are particularly high in energy and poor in nutrients. Consequently, individuals exposed to digital marketing in the food industry may be prone to obesity-related problems. This study analyzes the relationship between digital marketing, AI, and consumer behavior specifically on eating habits along with references from the literature.
The Impact of River Landform Changes Caused by Geohazards on the Economic Development of Ecotourism in Sabah, Malaysia
Authors: Zakaria Zulayti , Hua Ang Kean
Published: September 2024

The impact of river landform changes caused by geohazards on the economic development of ecotourism in Sabah, Malaysia is a highly significant and crucial topic that necessitates extensive analysis, comprehension, and thorough understanding in order to comprehend the multifaceted consequences and ramifications. It is imperative to explore and scrutinize the intricate interplay between the alterations in river landforms induced by geohazards, such as natural disasters and environmental upheavals, and their profound influence on the economic growth and prosperity of the burgeoning ecotourism sector in Sabah, Malaysia. This comprehensive investigation holds immense value in unraveling the intricate dynamics and intricacies inherent in this intricate and complex relationship. By delving deep into the intricate mechanisms and multifarious aspects that underlie the interdependence of geohazards-induced river landform transformations and the economic development of ecotourism in Sabah, Malaysia, researchers and stakeholders alike can gain invaluable insights that can pave the way towards well-informed decision-making, sustainable growth, and effective management strategies. Consequently, the expansion of knowledge and understanding in this pivotal domain can potentially lead to the formulation and implementation of robust measures, policies, and initiatives that can mitigate the adverse effects of geohazards on river landforms, foster the resilience and adaptability of the ecotourism industry, and ultimately cultivate a harmonious balance between economic progress and environmental conservation in Sabah, Malaysia.
Stress and Struggles of Soil Biodiversity in the Global Innovative Technology for Food Sustainability
Authors: Ekenwosu Joseph , Okorie Peter , Nzenwa Peter
Published: September 2024

Right from pre-historic times, humans have always looked for ways to explore the environment to satisfy basic economic needs such as food, clothing, and shelter. History is filled with various strategies borne out of this desire by humans to subdue the environment and judging from the drawbacks of some scientific advancements, one will be stating the obvious that the soil environment is at the receiving end of the brazen intrusion of nature. Regardless of the improvement in science we still experience environmental challenges such as soil pollution, soil degradation, drought, biodiversity loss, deforestation, etc. This article advocates that the advancement in science with the sole aim of food security and sustainability should not necessarily translate into stress and struggle for soil biodiversity.
Role of Virtual Court in Reducing Pendency of Cases in India: A Way Forward
Authors: Sonika  , Dr. Irshad Ahmad
Published: September 2024

The judicial backlog is becoming increasingly problematic for the effectiveness and efficiency of India's legal system. A workable solution to this issue is the creation of virtual courts. This study looks into ways to lower India's case backlog through virtual courts. It also examines ways to make court processes more efficient, raise accessibility, and enhance case management generally. Technology is used by virtual courts to hold hearings and proceedings online, which can reduce logistical and physical obstacles to justice. They lessen the delays connected with traditional court settings and enable quicker case settlement by enabling real-time communication and documentation. In addition to relieving the burden on the actual court infrastructure, this move offers a more adaptable and user-friendly platform for all parties concerned. The research delves into several aspects of virtual courts, including their operation, impact on case resolution rates, and challenges encountered in implementation. It assesses case studies and statistical data to show how virtual courts have contributed to a decrease in pendency. Additionally, it offers best practices for implementing them effectively. The research paper also includes the legal and technological frameworks needed to support virtual courts, as well as elements related to equitable access and maintaining procedural integrity.
Prevalence of stress among healthcare workers in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alshammari Fawaz Awdah Mohammad , Alshammari Hassan Mohammed Brahim
Published: September 2024

This research presented substantial evidence about the role of age on the prevalence of stress among healthcare workers in the Saudi context. Although it is a small variation, data showed that older healthcare professionals were less stressed. Therefore, further research could explore what benefits and resources for an aging healthcare workforce improve stress levels. Such an investigation can reveal useful information to the Saudi government and other relevant authorities about policies for the benefits of workers that might also be attractive to the impending retirement, which might otherwise be less affordable to government leaders. Relationship between psychosocial hazards and work performance of nurses in Saudi Arabia. Health care system in Saudi Arabia: an overview. Determinants of work stress among hospital staff at a tertiary hospital, Saudi Arabia. Factors affecting nurse retention in hospitals: an empirical review.
Risk factors and prevention of needlestick instruments in the medical field
Authors: Alshammari Fawaz Awdah Mohammad , Alshammari Hassan Mohammed Brahim
Published: September 2024

Training is believed to be most effective when incorporated into healthcare workers' ongoing training regimen, allowing for new technologies to be showcased and for workers to be trained more than once since information retention decreases dramatically after a year. Cutting-edge ways of engaging healthcare workers are being developed to make the information easier to learn and maintain. In some simulations, scenarios can be used to demonstrate real-life situations. In the final analysis, developing properly trained healthcare workers is as important as legal mandates, especially if healthcare leadership is geared towards the novel one-stop shop approach. Workers themselves have stated the desire for employers to take the time and effort to keep them safe. Efficiently training healthcare workers to properly use needlestick preventative equipment is one of the most cost-effective means of reducing not only the risk but also the cost associated with needlestick injuries as well.
Sleek disorders among employees in the evening shift in the hospital
Authors: Alshammari Fawaz Awdah Mohammad
Published: September 2024

Shift work is an integral part of health care practices. This systematic review focused on identifying all forms of sleep disorders or changes found in employees’ evening shifts. Different reviews have reported the prevalence of sleep changes in shift workers, but this review is the first to specifically synthesize articles describing sleep changes exclusively in evening shifts. Even though the literature states that employees working at night and early morning shifts have more sleep disorders, it is unclear if the evening shift is less impacted. This systematic review has highlighted a lack of research in the field of sleep disorders or changes in workers of evening shifts. However, there were two subthemes that emerged from this review: disruption in circadian rhythms and increasing incidence of illness. Research is required to be conducted in order to further chart out the sleep-related issues.