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And That I See a Darkness: The Stardom of Kirsten Dunst in Collaboration with Sofia Coppola in Three Images
Authors: Rogers Anna Backman
Published: May 2019

Sofia Coppola and Kirsten Dunst share a long-standing collaboration that has lasted from Dunst's adolescence onwards and into mature womanhood. As a former child star, Dunst has grown up in front of Coppola's camera and has come to be closely associated with the director's rarefied and highly aestheticised cinematic world. I have argued elsewhere that a cardinal and abiding concern of Coppola's oeuvre is how images come to be collectively and culturally understood; moreover, Coppola is especially concerned with how the (en)gendering of an image can either open up or foreclose sites of contestation. Coppola is positioned in contrast to readings of her work as strictly postfeminist. I argue that Coppola's work is postfeminist to the extent that it exhibits an indebtedness to, in particular, second wave feminism, but I also contend that Coppola is concerned with critiquing the mores and norms of postfeminism from a resolutely feminist perspective
Digital archives preservation: a “culture broth” for a new archival paradigm
Authors: Alfier Alessandro
Published: May 2019

The paper wants to illustrate that one of main scopes in which the archival community has to answer to challenges given to the long-term digital preservation is the need of a critical revision of the traditional archival paradigm. The thesis has proved by a case study: that’s represented by the public system of long-term digital preservation managed by “Polo archivistico regionale dell’Emilia-Romagna” (ParER). This case study is analysed with reference to the functions in which the preservation activity has articulated and the relationships that the custodian has with the creators that use its services. It emerges so the need for a revision of the traditional archival paradigm, with regard to some aspects: the life cycle model, the custodian role, the record concept as an absolute stability, the concept of archival description and mediation, the tools for the access to digital archives by users.
Strategic Positioning of Archives in Disaster Recovery Procedures
Authors: Harris Tim
Published: May 2019

This paper will show that by positioning itself as a centre of excellence for emergency planning and disaster recovery, London Metropolitan Archives (LMA) has established itself as a key player for the City of London. LMA could demonstrate it already had detailed emergency plans and disaster recovery plans in place which meant it was ahead of other parts of the organisation. The archive reference room resembled very closely a disaster recovery centre. Discussions enabled the vision of a disaster recovery centre to be located in the archive building at LMA. The paper will look at the ways in which this has provided challenges in space planning and technological infrastructure but its reputation as a provider of excellent public services has enabled it to be a very valuable participant in wider security and emergency planning initiatives.
Archival Buildings in Terms of Responding to the Emergencies
Authors: Hanus Jozef , Hanusová Emília
Published: May 2019

Preservation of archival documents, library materials and other objects and materials of cultural heritage is one of the principal tasks of archives, libraries, museums, galleries and other cultural memory institutions all over the world. The key role in this mission is played by appropriate building or space facilities which are the basic condition and requirement for proper functioning of any of these memory cultural institutions. They must provide not only facilities for long-term storage of archival documents, library materials and other objects of cultural heritage, their preservation, processing, treatment in order to enable and ensure proper and safe access to them but also to respond possible emergencies resulting from various potential emergencies and even threats. Some of them can be predicted, however, the others - especially caused by human factor in the broadest sense - are very difficult to be foreseen. This is the reason why close co-operation is unavoidable between archivists, conservators, architects, engineers and all experienced experts who can help already in planning either new building or reconstruction of adapted premises for archives purposes. It seems that at the present also the participation of experts from the field of safety and security would be very desirable.
Legal Process Outsourcing as Challenge for Lawyers and Archival Institutions in EU
Authors: Jovanovič Dušan , Jankovič Patricija , Bratina Borut
Published: May 2019

The problem of archival institutions is in lack of employees with knowledge and experiences in law. The budget financing is insufficient for employment of lawyers in archives. Therefore for important services law firms are being hired but so called smaller issues are being serviced by other employees. Stressing out different possibilities of organizing virtual law firms for low budget legal services as legal start-up’s, authors argue that outsourcing is an optimal solution both for institutions and for the lawyers.
Archive Buildings in the Czech Republic After 1990: the “Czech Archival Wonder” and the Present Situation
Authors: Ryantová Marie
Published: May 2019

The paper is concentrated on the explanation of the situation in the Czech Republic, what changed fundamentally after 1990: while before that the archives were situated mostly in the unsuitables old buildings, thereafter, in the period of 10-15 years, many of them were newly adapted (and alternatively supplemented by new depositories) and above all many absolutely new archive purpose-built buildings were constructed. Above all the state archives have got so much better conditions for their activities. Probably nothing like that was be achieved in such short period in the other country. Nowadays, after almost twenty years, the new archive buildings often have to respond to new requirements, or to deal with the question of the upkeep.
The History of the NAH Central Building’s Construction
Authors: Reisz Tibor Csaba
Published: May 2019

The first place to keep the documents with national importance was the Archivum Regni founded in 1756 based on the Act XLV of 1723. By its reorganisation the National Archives was founded in 1874, which operated as the source reserve for the science of history. Since the very beginning the archivists claimed, that the institute should work in a separate building that represents the value of the science with its appearance. The study describes how the construction was completed from the idea until the completion of the Palace of the National Archives. The importance of the construction comes from the fact that it had been the first building in Hungary that was planned and built specifically for the needs of an archives. During the preparation period the leading employees of the archives visited several European archives, wrote detailed reports about the experienced technical and organisational solutions. Due to restrictions of length the study concentrates on the introduction of the experiences of the study tours abroad. During the planning the warehousing, researching, fire safety, operational, and aesthetic features were all considered. However, negotiating the finances forced the decision makers to leave out some of the aims, and make compromises. The construction started in 1913, and should have been finished by the middle of 1916, however due to WWI the building was completed in 1918, its internal decorations were only ready by 1929, and it was used for exclusively archival purposes only after 1945. The preparation, construction and the history of the building supplies us with useful experiences when planning state-of-the-art archival buildings.
Archives on “Stolen” Childhood: Sensitive Files Finally Described and Opened, if Still Existing…
Authors: Bianchi Cristina
Published: May 2019

The paper discusses a part of “Swiss dark social history” and its effect on the reorganization of archival fonds, in order to find information about people concerned with coercive measures for assistance. The term “Stolen Childhood” refers to the treatment inflicted by the authorities of Switzerland to children, orphans or from divorced families, forcibly placed in institutions and foster families, which amount to an estimated 100,000 between 1800 and 1980. In relation to this sensitive data, a survey was made about the institutions and repositories which might have kept individual files of these children. Cantonal archives have now centralized this information as much as possible, and described it. Since conservation recommendations and guaranteed access for the people concerned have been issued, special attention is given to records like court orders, divorce papers, which can trace the fate of victims. Other types of traces can be found in municipal archives. On April 12, 2013, Federal Councilor Simonetta Sommaruga officially apologized on behalf of the Swiss Confederation, and asked forgiveness for the suffering inflicted. A measure was passed for distributing financial reparation, as the victims still alive often lead a precarious life.
Archives Between Public Use and Privacy Protection: Personnel Archives Restoration and Access
Authors: Carbone Flavio , Nemore Francesca
Published: May 2019

The paper wants to show some specific documents and more problems connected with personnel files created by private societies or by public administration and the reflections that archivists should do in order to manage the full usability of the papers related to people as workers, clerks, soldiers, police officers and so on. The archivist has to manage the problems connected with a double need: from one side the full access to the files from another side it is very important to evaluate carefully the privacy problems connected with specifically the Italian laws Codice dei beni culturali e del paesaggio and Codice in materia di protezione di dati personali. Again, the military files have different papers and different appraisal with the final results to risk to lose a very important part of the life of the masculine majority of the Italian society till the suspension of the national service.
Besides Standards and Automation: an Experience with Census Databases
Authors: Popovici Bogdan-Florin
Published: May 2019

This paper came out of a practical experience, that did not offer the proper prerequisites indicated usually by standards. Censored databases of censuses, with partial documentation, was transferred to the National Archives and remained stored with no attempt to immediately process or make them accessible to the users. When examined, many issues and questions arose, both technically and conceptually. We share our experience and our reluctances, being aware of the fact that more advanced colleagues (using SIARDS or ADDML, for instance) may regard all as these primitive solutions. But, in the same time, we are convinced we are not the only ones lacking proper skills and expertise and our examples may be an example for other colleagues.
Archival Processing of Born Digital Records in the Archives of TV Slovenia
Authors: Lavrenčič Aleksander
Published: May 2019

The paper describes the technical processing of born digital records in the Archives of the Television Slovenija. The author has analysed the process of ingesting digital documents into the system for cataloguing and long-term preservation in LTO (Linear Tape Open) library. The purpose was to determine what improvements should be accepted into the new system and to find out specific weaknesses, which should be eliminated for a more successful work and better cataloguing of the materials and, consequently, more efficient retrieval of the records.
Nurturing Professional Talent in Records and Archives Management in Kenya
Authors: Ambira Cleophas
Published: May 2019

This paper presents findings of a survey done in early 2016 on the preparedness of records and archives management (RAM) undergraduate students in Kenya to take up professional roles in records and archives management profession. The survey was conducted on the understanding that RAM in Kenya today demands well trained and nurtured talent especially in view of growing technological and professional issues in the field. Besides, there is increasing need for more robust and efficient RAM systems to serve needs for transparency and accountability. This requires a relook at the talent development of young RAM enthusiasts to ensure they are adequately repackaged to fit in the RAM world whilst remaining competitive in the global job marketplace.
Education and Research: an Inevitable Requirement for Heritage Preservation in Cultural Memory Institutions
Authors: Hanus Josef , Vizárová Katarína , Tiňo Radko , Reháková Milena , Lalíková Nina , Hanusová Emília
Published: May 2019

If we want to talk about training of archivists in the 21st century we must bear in mind that preservation of documents in their original form has to be one of the most important tasks of archivists - not only in the 21st century but every time. Generally, one of the principal tasks of archives, libraries, museums and other memory institutions is preservation of objects and materials of cultural heritage in their original form. It represents an enormous interdisciplinary complex problem. Participation of experts from different fields of science and technology, practical end-users, conservators and restorers supported by adequate financial background is inevitable in solution of partial problems in this field. The paper informs about the research project “Conservation and stabilisation of cultural heritage objects from natural organic compounds by low temperature plasma” and its aims at the Faculty of Chemical and Food Technology, Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava.
Professional Archival Exam and Professional Titles as a Way of Educating Archivists
Authors: Šabotić Izet
Published: May 2019

The paper emphasizes the importance of conducting professional exams (for archivists and records managers) as part of education necessary for the process of performing archival activity. There is a different practice in Bosnia and Herzegovina regarding archival studies and the acquisition of archivist vocations, which has a significant impact on the structure of archival personnel. In this paper, the author presents the positive experience of the Archives of Tuzla Canton, where exams are conducted on the basis of the provisions of the Act and bylaws, and in particular by the Program of professional exams, which are separately made for archive staff and records managers. Such practice has had a significant impact on raising the level of knowledge, which has contributed to the enhancement of archival activity. We believe this is a good way to educate and inform archive staff, but it is not complete jet. Therefore, the archival profession should strive for consistent educational processes and systems, which include the education of archival staff through all levels of the undergraduate, graduate, master and doctoral studies. Only in this way can we have educated and qualified personnel ready to professionally perform archival duties.
Educational and Practical Aspects of Training Archivists on the Modern Stage
Authors: Varlamova Liudmila N.
Published: May 2019

The article discusses some aspects of training archivists on the present stage and suggests the ways of its improving according to the current needs. In the modern world there are several types of archives: historical, technotronic, digital, business archives etc. It should be noted that in many countries all these archives are not so clearly structured and often have a mixed character. University archivists’ curriculum must include many special subjects which will enable training highly qualified professionals capable to work in all types of archives. However, a limited number of hours in the curriculum makes it practically impossible. Each university must solve this problem independently with regards to its faculty (staff), technical equipment and market’s demands. An essential aspect of this work might be a differentiation between Bachelor’s and Master’s programs as well as the continuity of the former and the latter.
Training of Archivists in Romania: Challenges, Limits and Perspectives
Authors: Diaconu Ana-Felicia
Published: May 2019

The profession of archivist is part of the regulated professions in Romania which implies setting up the responsibilities specific to the profession by the regulatory authority, i.e. the Romanian National Archives. This reality overlaps its own functioning law, which imposes the National Archives` mission and precise responsibilities. This paper envisages the way in which the training of archivists is carried out in Romania starting from the legal framework governing the profession, the content of the professional standard for the archival profession, and continuing with those developments in the Romanian contemporary society which clearly indicate the need to establish a training programme adapted to the current requirements of the profession.
Education in the Field of Preservation and Conservation of Archival Heritage in Slovenia
Authors: Grabnar Marija , Tomažič Jedert Vodopivec
Published: May 2019

In describing the work carried out at the Book and Paper Conservation Centre of the Archives of the Republic of Slovenia in the field of education, emphasis is given on cases that have shaped conservator and archivists and substantially influenced their current professional profile.
Public and Private: the Archive of Vincenzo Federici and the Archives of Sapienza University of Rome: Protection, Access and Valorization
Authors: Carbone Flavio , Nemore Francesca , Villani Giulia
Published: May 2019

The article intends to illustrate through the emblematic case of the archive of Vincenzo Federici, conserved at the Sapienza Documentation Science Library, the relationships and the close connections that link a private archive with the archives of the institution that hosts it. During the course of the work we analyzed mainly the regulatory and protection and valorization aspects of public and private archives that compose the archival system of Sapienza University of Rome. The correlations linking the Federici archive with the general archive of the University, the student archive and finally other private archives deposited in Sapienza’s libraries and museums were then analyzed. Finally, it was highlighted how the “conservative polycentrism” of Sapienza offers advantages and disadvantages for the protection and valorization of its archives.
Challenges in the Archives of the Afrikaans Language Museum, Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa: a Case Study
Authors: Vaal-Senekal Pétria De , Kock Chantelle De , Putter Marietjie
Published: May 2019

All archives, irrespective of size, have their challenges. The archival collection of the unique Afrikaans Language Museum, grew over 43 years and has its fair share of challenges. The archival project commenced in late 2017 and was completed by the middle of 2018. This article illustrates how it commenced, progressed, the decisions taken and evaluating the project after completion. To understand the nature and scope of the work it is necessary to understand the founding history of the museum as this constitutes a large part of the collection. Over a period of time, many curators worked on the collection with varying results. Challenges included the following: the nature of the records, non-current administrative records vs archival collections, original documents vs copies, physical condition, respect des fonds, the problematic retrieval system and evaluation of the current database, identification of unknown material, sorting and arrangement, compilation of finding aids, questions around the handling of photographs, drawings, publications and oversized material. Policies and procedures received attention. The ever present issues of time and budget constraints had to be dealt with.
Normative and Legal Regulation of Non-State Archives
Authors: Larin Mikhail V.
Published: May 2019

Questions of normative and legal regulation of non-state archives activity on the example of the Russian Federation are examined in the article. In modern conditions non-state archives became an integral part of archival system. The author has made an attempt to present development of non-state archives, as far as their normative and legal regulation and organization of activity are concerned. Systematization of types of non-state archives is given. There are archives of business organizations, political parties and public associations, churches, universities, private multi-disciplinary archives, personal archives, pointed out in this work. Examples of non-state archives’ activity are shown, which are valuable for preservation of documentary heritage.
Public Interest to Personal Data: Online Databases of Russian Archives
Authors: Romanova Elena
Published: May 2019

The article describes the difficult choice between public and personal interests which the archivists have to make while providing access to archival documents with personal information. A special attention is given to creation of databases, which facilitate the search for information, but being accessible to the unlimited number of users may cause distress or damage to the data subject or to his/her relatives. By the example of the united open access data bank “Memorial” of the Russian Ministry of defense, it is demonstrated how different the conception of data protection law and archival legislation can be, depending on the circumstances. The imperfection of the legislation which creates many problems for archives gives them at the same time more possibilities for the realization of their social, cultural and educational functions.
ORGANIZATION OF ACADEMIC MOBILITY OF STUDENTS AND TEACHERS AS A CONDITION OF IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF EDUCATION
Authors: Matyeva Akbermet , Kalykov Alymbek
Published: May 2019

The article discusses the academic mobility of students and teachers in the quality assurance system and their role in achieving higher quality education.Also, the role of academic mobility in the student learning process andthe effectiveness of teaching teachers will be affected.
Le système strontium˗azote. III. Étude structurale de Sr2N
Authors: Gaudé Jean , L'Haridon Paul , Laurent Yves , Lang Jean
Published: May 2019

A single-crystal study of the structure of Sr₂N which has been detected in the Sr-N system has been achieved. As the Ca derivative, this nitride possesses a layer structure of the anti-CdCl₂ type. The interlayer distances Sr-Sr suggest metallic interactions confirmed by conductivity measurements performed on the powder. By reaction of N₂ with this compound, the planes (111) are filled and the already described NaCl structure of SrN is obtained.
Tramways Program as a stimulus for the introduction of less conventional solutions in the field of urban transport infrastructure
Authors: Kruszyna Maciej
Published: May 2019

The multi-annual investment program (here for the extension of tram system in Wroclaw) formulates a large number of tasks. Their effective implementation requires the use of various solutions, including differ from the standard and widely used. In the article the author presents proposed, less conventional solutions in the field of urban transport infrastructure, to be applicable to the tasks of the Wroclaw Tram Program. Two from the nine groups such solutions are discussed in more details: sections of track running along the outer edge of the road and large loops held one-way streets. In conclusion, the article summarized the advantages of the implementation of the proposed solutions. Such realizations are possible to consider in other Polish cities.
The impact of a test method on the liquid limit of the selected cohesive soils
Authors: Gruchot Andrzej , Zawisza Eugeniusz , Zydroń Tymoteusz , Klimek Ewa
Published: May 2019

The research presented in this paper aimed at the determination of the impact of a test method on the liquid limit of the selected cohesive soils with different content of clay fraction: loosely cohesive – clayey medium sand, moderately cohesive on the border of loosely cohesive – coarse silt and firmly cohesive – silty clay. Liquid limit was determined by the following methods: Casagrande, Vasiliev and the cone penetrometer. It was stated, that the values of the liquid limit of the tested soils determined by various methods were different, which significantly affected the assessment of their plasticity and consistency. According to the standard PKN-CEN ISO/TS 17892-2:2009, the liquid limit should be determined with the cone penetrometer, whereas the alternative is Casagrande’s method. The conducted tests showed, that in the case of cohesive soils containing up to 10–11% of clay fraction, the differences between the values of the liquid limit determined with the cone penetrometer and the Casagrande’s method were relatively small and equaled 1–2%, therefore both methods are correct. In the case of cohesive soils containing more than 20% of clay fraction, differences between the values of the liquid limit determined with the cone penetrometer and the Casagrande’s method were slightly higher than in the previous case, and equaled approximately 4%. In those cases, determination of the liquid limit can be performed both using the first or the second method, though the above-cited standard recommends the cone penetrometer method.
Designing the Vocabulary Component for an EFL Cross-Cultural Communication Class
Authors: Tsubaki Mayumi
Published: May 2019

A systematic course design is essential in order to achieve an optimal outcome for EFL learners. I will describe the course design of vocabulary components in a Cross-Cultural Communication class in a Japanese university. This course was designed according to the Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) model, in which language learners learn the target language and content at the same time, rather than learning the target language, per se. In Cross-Cultural Communication classes of the CLIL model, learnersâ€™ English vocabulary develops as well as other language skills while they increase their knowledge of Cross-Cultural Communication. Some of the problems with this approach in Japan seem to lie in the studentsâ€™ insufficient English skills and their English learning backgrounds. I have attempted to design the course in order to solve these problems. I have mainly considered how to â€œfill the gapâ€ between what is needed to conduct the class and what the students lack, while focusing on vocabulary development of the university students in my class. I have employed two frameworks, the Curriculum Development Process (Nation & Macalister, 2010) and the four strands (Nation, 1996), and I have adapted them to suit my teaching situation. Curriculum Development Process consists of comprehensive factors necessary for curriculum development and has allowed me to analyze my present situation. On the other hand, the four strands approach is a well-balanced principle for vocabulary learning. It is supported by Second Language Acquisition (SLA) theories and has four components: meaning-focused input, meaning-focused output, language-focused learning, and fluency development. Although the Curriculum Development Process and the four strands approach mentioned here can be effectively applied to various foreign and second language learning situations, I found it crucial to analyze my teaching situation as much as possible, and to adapt these frameworks accordingly. This paper explains how a course can be designed with partial analysis of one's present teaching situation, in hope that this could offer some guidance to those who need to develop or improve their own course based on their best analysis under limited time.Keywords: Teaching and learning vocabulary, course design, English as a Foreign Language (EFL), the four strands,, content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL)
Education in Southeast Asia: Shaping the Asian Intellectuals
Authors: Padilla-Valdez Nena
Published: May 2019

With the view that the quality of human resource is the greatest transformational assest, the education of the Asian region strives in building a critical mass of k-economy citizens. Stimulating the educational system to move toward this direction resonates the seriousness of Asian institutions in seiving their traditions, overcoming their intricacies, and embracing uncertainties with positive anticipation. The presence of a critical mass ofÂ  academics postulates the urgency of changing organizational needs, and correspondingly increasing their absorptive capacity asÂ  they respond to the intense competitive pressures being generated by an increasingly global economy. This paper explores the transitional changes the education system have rendered to boost regional integration. More specifically, it highlights the initiatives higher education institutions have adapted as they align their development thrusts to regional and national expectations. Likewise, it challenges local intellectuals to develop a macro perspective of flexibility while the changing educational priorities converge toward acceptable global practice.
INTEGRATION OF CRITICAL LITERACY IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING AS A MEANS OF ENHANCING NATIONAL INTEGRATION IN THE SOCIAL CONTEXT OF INDONESIA
Authors: Saragih Amrin
Published: May 2019

Disintegration is now internally threatening Indonesia.Â  It is assumed that the problem is caused by cultural misunderstanding.Â  The cultural misunderstanding has resulted in intolerance and radicalism of group ideology.Â  For years Indonesia with its 250 million populations has been peacefully living together with Pancasila ideology in which unity in cultural diversities is highly appreciated and respected.Â  The root of problem lies in the practice of education and obviously the best solution is through education.Â  One of the solutions to the problem is by integrating critical literacy principles in the field of Englsih language learning.Â  Principles of critical multicultural and global literacy can be integrated in English language learning.Â  Theory of systemic functional linguistic (SFL) is in line with and contributes to the principles of critical literacy.Â  This paper combines principles of critical literacy and those of SFL in developing language learning materials.Â  It is expected that by integration of critical literacy principles and those of SFL in the practice of English language education, Indonesia can avoid disruptions of national disinttegration and regain national unity in harmony.
Analíticas de Aprendizaje para mejorar el aprendizaje y la comunicación a través de entornos virtuales
Authors: Sabulsky Gabriela
Published: May 2019

El presente artículo de revisión bibliográfica sobre el tema Analíticas de Aprendizaje es una recopilación de las principales ideas que sostienen algunos de sus impulsores. Las Analíticas de Aprendizaje son dispositivos tecnológicos que se incorporan a entornos virtuales de interacción, con el fin de registrar las huellas digitales que dejan quienes participan en ellos, creando grandes bases de datos. Nos proponemos identificar autores referentes en el campo, explicar qué son las Analíticas de Aprendizaje, reconocer su aplicación en entornos educativos cerrados y abiertos (redes y aplicaciones web) y concluir con una reflexión que pretende imaginar las Analíticas al servicio del aprendizaje
Analítica del aprendizaje y las neurociencias educativas: nuevos retos en la integración tecnológica
Authors: Corona Ferreira Arturo , Altamirano Mijael , López Ortega María De los Ángeles , González González Oscar Alberto
Published: May 2019

La analítica del aprendizaje (LA) tiene como objetivo comprender y optimizar el aprendizaje y los entornos en los que se produce. Dada la compleja naturaleza de los procesos de aprendizaje, se ha hecho necesario usar herramientas de diversos campos de investigación que permitan obtener, describir, analizar e interpretar datos sobre los alumnos, durante sus procesos de aprendizaje y en sus contextos. Más que tomar métodos o técnicas aisladas para el estudio de este proceso, la analítica del aprendizaje está comenzando a integrar las perspectivas de otros campos para lograr una investigación del aprendizaje con una visión transdisciplinaria. Uno de estos campos es el de la neurociencia, específicamente la relacionada con el aprendizaje o neurociencia educativa. El objetivo de esta investigación es explorar las implicaciones y retos del uso de las tecnologías por medio de los electroencefalogramas (EEG) -tradicionalmente empleados en estudios neurológicos- en conjunto con las analíticas del aprendizaje para el estudio de los procesos de aprendizaje en los estudiantes.
Impact of Learning Culture, Transformational Leadership and Motivation Language on Gen Y’s Employee Job Satisfaction: Case Study on a Islamic Banking
Authors: Adriansyah Ahmad , Wiranto Bayu
Published: May 2019

One of the internal factors in the organization of Islamic Banks, or hereby BUS, considered important by regulators to be increased is their Human Resources, including in Bank X. Current human resources in the organization, including bank X, consisting of three generations, Generation Y, Generation X and Baby Boomer Generation. Each generation has different cognitive conditions, emotional states, and social conditions. This generation difference also affects the management of human resources in one company. This condition is the basis for doing human resources research on one generation only, namely Generation Y. Generation Y selection is because this generation will be the next generation in the company. One of the important factors related to human resources is its job satisfaction, which can determine the success of the organization, increase the productivity of employees and companies. Job satisfaction is caused by several factors, including those used in this study are Learning Culture, Transformational Leadership, and Motivating Language. The research was conducted at Bank X and attended by 216 employees who entered in Generation Y category. The test was conducted with SPSS 23, with Multiple Regression statistic methods. All measuring tools show good validity and reliability. The test results revealed that together the three factors above affect job satisfaction, with the proportion of influence of 47%. Transformational and Motivating Language Leadership variables significantly affect job satisfaction, while Learning Culture is not.
Global Perspective on Violence of Women and Children: Advocacy on Preventing 21st Century Slavery
Authors: Kennedy Bernice
Published: May 2019

Violence against women and children is a public health problem. Furthermore, violence against women is a human rights issue affecting women and children around the globe. Structure violence is often embedded in the world system which is centered on social inequalities among various populations in countries especially women and children. Lack of equality and empowerment socially, culturally and politically keep women from overcoming subjugation of violence. Around the globe, women and children lack basic rights of protection from the abuse from perpetrators. Globalization has increased the condition for “new slavery” because it transcends national borders. Therefore, knowledge and awareness of global violence of women and children have increased globally. This paper identified the common global violence acts toward women and children around the globe. The author developed a model used as a guide for conceptualizing the social inequalities of women and children around the globe contributing to their violence: Global Model for Conceptualizing Violence against Women and Children. In this model, access to health and human services is needed for women and children victims of violence around the globe. The current status and future needs of policy development are addressed.
Acanthosis Nigricans – A Two-Sided Coin: Consider Metabolic Syndrome and Malignancies!
Authors: Wollina Uwe , Hansel Gesina , Lotti Torello , Tchernev Georgi , Vojvodic Aleksandra , Temelkova Ivanka
Published: May 2019

BACKGROUND: Acanthosis nigricans (AN) is acquired hyperpigmentation of the intertriginous body regions. Histologically, AN is characterised by a thickened stratum corneum and a variable amount of acanthosis. Although benign and rarely symptomatic, AN may be a red flag for underlying pathologies.
CASE PRESENTATION: We analysed our patients with AN and could differentiate three different patterns, that are illustrated by one case report each. The is the benign AN associated with metabolic syndrome including obesity. The second type is the paraneoplastic AN malignancy which is associated with a wider range of malignancies. This type may occur before, after or with the clinical appearance of the malignancy. The third type is relapsing AN after complete remission. We present a patient who had a malignant AN and was treated successfully for his cancer. Years later, however, AN relapsed. In that case in association with the appearance of skin tags. Cancer restaging excluded a tumour relapse. His BMI was 31.2 kg/m2, and the diagnosis of benign AN was confirmed.
CONCLUSIONS: The diagnosis of AN remains incomplete without screening for metabolic syndrome and/ or cancer. The combination of AN and skin tags is more often associated with metabolic syndrome. AN may be considered as a red flag for malignancies and the metabolic syndrome.
Interventional Treatment of Lymphatic Leakage Post Appendectomy: Case Report
Authors: Cuong Nguyen Ngoc , Binh Nguyen Thai , Hien Phan Nhan , Hoang Nguyen , Linh Le Tuan , Luu Doan Tien , Luu Vu Dang , Huan Pham Duc , Nhu Ngoc Vo Truong , Uddin Md Jamal , Nga Vu Thi , Chu Dinh-Toi
Published: May 2019

BACKGROUND: Postoperative lymphatic complications are not common, and lymphatic leakage complication post appendectomy (LLCPC) is even rarer. However, the number of this operation is high so LLCPC can occur.
CASE REPORT: Here, we report a female patient post appendectomy with severe chylous ascites. This patient underwent six operations. A leakage point at the right iliac-fossa, which was embolized successfully after two sessions, was spotted during intranodal lymphangiography. After 6 months, the ascites were significantly reduced while some lymphatic aneurysms still existed in the lumbar-retroperitoneal region.
CONCLUSIONS: Basing the knowledge of this clinical case and literature, we have concluded that lymphatic leakage can be diagnosed and embolized by percutaneous intervention.
Role of Rehabilitation in Neural Plasticity
Authors: Keci Andromeda , Tani Klejda , Xhema Joana
Published: May 2019

AIM: Verifying if physical therapy, neurostimulation techniques, aerobic fitness and video games can induce neural plasticity making it possible for cortical reorganisation, motor recovery in patients, improvement of cognitive functions and transfer of spatial knowledge in the everyday living environment.
METHODS: There have been revised scientific articles respectively focused on the role of pain, the role of physical therapy, neurostimulation techniques and video games in cortical reorganisation. Articles related to the role of pain have taken in the study subjects with pain, to observe its role in cortical reorganisation. Studies related to physical therapy and neurostimulation techniques after cerebrovascular accident consisted of the involvement of these subjects which exposed to different neurostimulations. Also, related to cognition and video games subjects exposed to these interventions for cognitive benefits.
RESULTS: From all articles reviewed there have been effective results of neurostimulation techniques, aerobic fitness and video games in cortical reorganisation inducing neural plasticity (p < 0.05) toward motor recovery, improvement of executive functions and transfer of spatial knowledge.
CONCLUSION: Rehabilitation through locomotor training and neurostimulation techniques, improves mobility in subjects after a cerebrovascular accident due to cortical reorganisation. Also, through aerobic fitness and video games, there have been improvements in cognitive functions. This way, rehabilitation dedicated to the promotion of well-being and health urges beneficial neuroplastic changes in brain corresponding in functional improvement.
Evaluation of the Surgical and Pharmacological Treatment of Diabetic Foot Infection: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Aliakbar Adil Hassan , Alsaadi Malath Azeez , Barrak Abbas Abd Zaid
Published: May 2019

BACKGROUND: Diabetic foot infection is a major cause of patient disabilities and lowers limb amputations, with high treatment costs and hospitalisation requirements.
AIM: Aim of this study was to evaluate surgical wound care plus antibiotic effects in the treatment of mild and moderate diabetic foot infections.
METHODS: This retrospective study involved 60 patients with diabetic foot infections with or without osteomyelitis. The patients were categorised as group 1 mild and group 2 moderate. Both groups were treated using local wound debridement and the systemic administration of antibiotics. Group 1 (16) patients were treated with two regimens of oral antibiotics in two regimens, A (amoxicillin/clavulanate + metronidazole) and B (clindamycin + metronidazole), for 10-14 days. Group 2 (42) patients were treated with oral plus intravenous antibiotics in two regimens, A (ampicillin + cloxacillin + metronidazole) and B (lincomycin + metronidazole), for 6 weeks. The patients followed-up with local wound care specialists for 3 months to evaluate the treatment outcomes (cure, improvement, or failure).
RESULTS: Group 1 had an 80% cure rate under regimen A and a 100% cure rate under regimen B. Group 2 regimen A patients had a 61.5% cure rate and 11.53% improved, while regimen B patients had a 68.75% cure rate and 12.5% improved. Failure in both regimens was 23.8% in 20 patients with osteomyelitis, while 35% were cured and 20% improved during the study period.
CONCLUSION: Local surgical wound care for 3 months with antibiotic regimens for 6 weeks resulted in good response and cure rates, with lower costs and fewer instances of hospitalisation. Intravenous lincomycin and oral metronidazole achieved higher cure responses for moderate diabetic foot infections.
Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein Serum Level as a Predictor of Clinical Outcome in Ischemic Stroke
Authors: Puspitasari Vivien , Gunawan Pricilla Yani , Wiradarma Hugo Dwiputra , Hartoyo Vinson
Published: May 2019

BACKGROUND: Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein (GFAP) is a protein produced by astrocytes in response to brain injury, which then penetrates the cerebrospinal fluid and the blood stream.
AIM: We sought to determine whether GFAP serum level in acute ischemic stroke could predict clinical outcome.
METHODS: As much as 64 patients with first-ever ischemic stroke had their GFAP serum level measured at 72 hours after onset. The National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) was assessed during the 72 hours of onset, the seventh day, and followed up 1 month after.
RESULTS: There were 46 men and 18 women included in the study. Mean age was 58.3 years old, and nearly half of them (46.9%) were between 50-59 years old. More than half (58.7%) presented with moderate to a severe stroke and mean GFAP serum level was 0.113 ± 0.029 ng/mL. GFAP serum levels had a significant correlation with NIHSS after 1 month (p = 0.04, r = 0.259).
CONCLUSION: There is a significant correlation between GFAP serum levels with stroke severity scale after 1 month of stroke onset.
Controverses autour des champs électromagnétiques et de l’électrohypersensibilité. La construction de problèmes publics « à bas bruit »
Authors: Dieudonné Maël
Published: May 2019

Depuis deux décennies se développent en France des controverses autour des effets sanitaires des champs électromagnétiques (CEM) et de l’électrohypersensibilité (EHS). Elles constituent des problèmes publics « à bas bruit » dont la construction semble irrévocablement figée : elles ne parviennent ni à s’inscrire durablement dans l’agenda politique ni à le quitter définitivement. Cet article tente d’expliquer pourquoi à l’aide de données qualitatives. Il montre d’abord, en continuité avec les travaux d’Olivier Borraz sur la contestation des antennes-relais de téléphonie mobile, que la controverse sanitaire autour des CEM est issue de la conversion d’un problème d’urbanisme en problème de santé publique. Il montre ensuite qu’elle a favorisé l’émergence d’une controverse secondaire sur l’EHS, qui s’est rapidement autonomisée. Dans la discussion est précisé en quoi ces phénomènes témoignent d’une crise démocratique accroissant potentiellement le risque de fausse alerte sanitaire. Y est également expliqué pourquoi l’EHS échoue à obtenir une reconnaissance médico-légale comparable à celle d’autres syndromes somatiques fonctionnels, comme la fibromyalgie. En conclusion, une réflexion est esquissée sur le rôle des symptômes médicalement inexpliqués dans les controverses sanitaires actuelles.
Expediciones, fotografía y coleccionismo entre dos siglos. Itinerarios visuales de un cultural broker en Argentina y Paraguay
Authors: Giordano Mariana
Published: May 2019

En este artículo se analiza el entramado de visualidad, artefactualidad y coleccionismo en la trayectoria de Louis de Boccard, un «cultural bróker» o «intermediario cultural», que vivió y recorrió Argentina y Paraguay entre fines del siglo XIX y el siglo XX. Su colección se construye desde una narrativa visual y textual que remite a cuestiones de colonialidad, de identidad, de memoria, de conocimiento, con una densidad significante donde la fotografía y el álbum ocupan roles relevantes. Los álbumes son analizados desde una interacción entre las dimensiones visible y enunciable.
Le régime d’assurance des catastrophes naturelles à l’épreuve des risques côtiers. Aléas versus aménités, le cas particulier des territoires littoraux
Authors: Cazaux Eugénie , Meur-Ferec Catherine , Peinturier Cédric
Published: May 2019

Créé en 1982, le régime français d’assurance des catastrophes naturelles a permis de pallier le caractère "inassurable" de certains risques naturels majeurs par les contrats d’assurance privés. Depuis plusieurs années il fait pourtant l’objet de critiques et de tentatives de réformes récurrentes, notamment justifiées par la hausse de la sinistralité liée aux événements météorologiques.Cet article s’interroge sur la non prise en compte financière (modulation surprime et/ou franchise) du degré d’exposition aux risques naturels dans ce dispositif, à travers un portrait complet du régime "CatNat" et l’analyse de données relatives aux arrêtés de reconnaissance de l’état de catastrophe naturelle pour les aléas côtiers. Cette question se pose particulièrement sur les territoires littoraux, où degré d’exposition aux aléas côtiers et aménités liées à la proximité de la mer sont étroitement associés.
Trust Management in Fog Computing
Authors: Manvi Sunilkumar S. , Gowda Naveen Chandra
Published: May 2019

Fog computing is an encouraging computational model that extends distributed cloud computing to the edge of systems. It varies to cloud computing with some of the attributes. Fog computing has new challenges while building and maintaining the trust among the fog nodes and with edge devices. The solutions applied for the various cloud challenges cannot be directly applied for fog computing. This chapter gives an overview of these difficulties and relates solutions in a concise way. It also highlights the open challenges that still exist in fog computing.