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Mazagão. De Marrocos para a Amazónia
Authors: Silva José Manuel Azevedo e
Published: January 2025

La place portugaise de Mazagão, au sud du Maroc, a résisté pendant plus de deux siècles aux attaques des Maures. Depuis la perte de Ceuta au profit de l’Espagne en 1640 et la cession de Tanger à l’Angleterre en 1662, dans le cadre de la dot du mariage de D. Catarina avec Charles II, Mazagão est devenue le dernier bastion et le symbole de la résistance, de l’héroïsme et du rêve portugais au Maroc.
À partir de 1750, les attaques maures se sont intensifiées jusqu’au grand siège du début de l’année 1769. Face à cette menace, le roi portugais D. José et son ministre, le marquis de Pombal, ont décidé d’évacuer la garnison militaire ainsi que tous les habitants de la ville, soit un total de 418 familles et 2 092 personnes. L’évacuation a eu lieu le 11 mars 1769.
Les intentions royales ne visaient pas à réintégrer toutes ces personnes dans le Royaume, mais à les déplacer en Amazonie pour y fonder une nouvelle ville. Ainsi, le 15 septembre de la même année, le peuple de Mazagão a entamé la traversée de l’Atlantique et son odyssée. Ils sont partis à bord de dix navires en direction de Belém do Pará, d’où ils devaient repartir (pendant près de dix ans, à mesure que leurs maisons étaient achevées) vers la rive gauche de l’Amazone, où la nouvelle Mazagão a été fondée.
L’objectif du roi était de tirer parti de l’expérience des vaillants soldats de la place luso-marocaine de Mazagão, ainsi que de toute sa population, habituée aux actions militaires et aux situations de guerre, afin de consolider le peuplement et la défense de la région stratégique de Macapá, véritable clé de la porte d’entrée de la fabuleuse Amazonie.
Beja et Évora au XVIII siècle: essai de sociologie religieuse historique
Authors: Marcadé Jacques
Published: January 2025

Dans quelle mesure les critères élaborés par L. Pérouas peuvent-ils s'appliquer aux diocèses alentejanos ? Dans celui de Beja, comme dans l'archidiocèse d'Évora, nous retrouvons le même dimorphisme géographique et la même différence dans les comportements religieux. Toutefois, au Portugal, les conséquences sont totalement différentes: c'est dans les régions les plus riches que la foi est apparemment la plus vive. Ce sont d'autres facteurs socio-économiques, définis par A. Querido, et historiques, qui ont modelé la carte religieuse de l'Alentejo actuel.
Jugar el nombre: momentos autoficcionales en la narrativa de Reinaldo Arenas
Authors: Barbeira Candelaria
Published: January 2025

La figura autoral en la narrativa del escritor cubano Reinaldo Arenas (Aguas Claras, 1943-Nueva York, 1990) imanta lecturas e interpretaciones críticas en diversas direcciones; sin embargo, la autoficción en la obra areniana ha recibido un tratamiento acotado en los estudios literarios. El presente artículo se propone abordar la cuestión de lo autoficcional a partir de los usos del nombre propio del autor en tres textos que hasta ahora no han sido abordados desde esta perspectiva: la nouvelle La Loma del Ángel (1987), la novela El portero (1989) y el relato “Mona” de Viaje a La Habana (1990). Según nuestro análisis, la posibilidad de pensar lo autoficcional en este corpus se basa en la inscripción del autor dentro del mundo narrado, no en cualidad de narrador o personaje sino de alusión a su figura de escritor: a pesar de que el material resulta insuficiente para ubicarlos dentro de las novelas del yo, la inclusión del nombre de Reinaldo Arenas como parte del mundo ficcional nos conduce inevitablemente a la pregunta por la autoficción y sus condiciones. Para ello se utiliza el concepto de momentos autoficcionales, que habilita la consideración de la autoficción como procedimiento y no como género. A partir del análisis, sostenemos que la inscripción nominal en el cuerpo de estos textos funciona como estrategia de autofiguración autoral. Si bien el juego con el nombre propio hace ostensible su renuncia a la veridicción, reenvía constantemente a la “realidad” exterior y se incorpora como estrategia discursiva que aúna la figuración autoral con el componente lúdico-humorístico de la narrativa areniana. De esta manera, la ficcionalización de la figura de autor se articula con la sátira y la parodia, integrándose en un panteón de personajes históricos que abarca tanto las figuras consagradas de la tradición literaria cubana como el círculo íntimo del escritor.
Creencias en torno a la manifestación del género en las voces españolas
Authors: Polo Cano Nuria , González Sanz Marina
Published: January 2025

Las creencias sobre el habla y las voces femeninas y masculinas suelen estar estereotipadas en el imaginario popular al construirse sobre información que encaja con el resto de la imagen que se proyecta de mujeres y hombres. Este trabajo trata de identificar cuáles son las creencias sobre las voces femeninas y masculinas en español, con el objetivo de averiguar si están ajustadas a la realidad o son estereotipadas, cuál es su posible origen y su relación con la situación comunicativa. Se ha utilizado un método de análisis social directo con un abordaje mixto, cualitativo y cuantitativo, para indagar en la valoración que los hablantes realizan sobre las voces femeninas y masculinas y obtener opiniones abiertas y explícitas de los participantes. Para el diseño de las preguntas se ha seguido un modelo de encuesta de hábitos sociales, aplicado en investigaciones previas sobre las actitudes de los hablantes acerca de fenómenos lingüísticos, con preguntas específicas sobre la voz. Además, se incluyeron preguntas para recoger información demográfica y creencias explícitas en torno a los roles de género. El cuestionario se distribuyó online y consistió en 163 preguntas que respondieron 51 hablantes de español europeo. El análisis descubre la existencia de estereotipos vocales inconscientes asociados con el género de los hablantes. Las voces femeninas se relacionan con juventud (no las masculinas), con adjetivos socioemocionales (compasiva) o impresionistas (dulce) y las masculinas con adjetivos instrumentales o agentivos (dominante) o impresionistas (arrogante). Parece que los estereotipos están más arraigados en el caso de las voces masculinas. Se cree que las mujeres hablan rápido y chillan y que los hombres hablan demasiado fuerte y de manera monocorde. Ninguna de estas características se considera agradable. El estereotipo vocal emerge especialmente en los contextos donde la mujer adquiere poder o autoridad y así lo creen los hombres. Las mujeres son más estrictas que los hombres juzgando sus propias voces.
Reseña del libro: Jiménez-Yáñez, R-M. (2023). Escribir bien es de justicia: Técnicas de expresión escrita para juristas
Authors: Boillos Mari Mar
Published: January 2025

Jiménez-Yáñez, R-M. (2023). Escribir bien es de justicia: Técnicas de expresión escrita para juristas. Aranzadi, 240 páginas, ISBN 978-8491350064.
The necessity for national guidelines for the remediation of industrially contaminated brownfields: an example of Norwegian good practice
Authors: Serdar Marijana , Carević Ivana , Carević Dalibor
Published: January 2025

Brownfield areas often have industrial contamination problems and require multidisciplinary intervention for the community to be able to reuse them for the benefit of the community. In the Republic of Croatia, there are currently no regulations for dealing with industrially contaminated soil, the possibility of construction depending on certain categories of contamination, or the use of contaminated soil in construction. The paper presents a possible basis for the adoption of national guidelines, based on Norwegian national guidelines. An example of the rehabilitation of the Notodden ironworks is presented, which, due to the nature of the contamination and the location, can be an example of good practice for industrially contaminated coastal areas in the Republic of Croatia.
MENINJAU SISTEM RATIFIKASI PERJANJIAN INTERNASIONAL DI INDONESIA (STUDI PERJANJIAN INDONESIA-SINGAPURA TENTANG FLIGHT INFORMATION REGION)
Authors: Aruan Bagas Christofel , Setiyono Joko
Published: January 2025

Perjanjian internasional merupakan salah satu bentuk keterikatan Indonesia dalam ekosistem hukum internasional. Untuk mengimplementasikan suatu perjanjian internasional sebagai bagian dari hukum nasional, diperlukan proses ratifikasi yang menetapkan perjanjian tersebut sebagai Undang-Undang. Penelitian ini mengkaji model ratifikasi Perjanjian Indonesia-Singapura tentang Flight Information Region (FIR) Tahun 2022 dari perspektif ilmu perundang-undangan, serta mengevaluasi dampaknya dalam dimensi politik hukum dan teknis penerbangan. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah penelitian yuridis normatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa, sesuai Pasal 10 juncto Pasal 11 Undang-Undang Nomor 24 Tahun 2000 tentang Perjanjian Internasional dan Undang-Undang Nomor 1 Tahun 2009 tentang Penerbangan, ratifikasi perjanjian ini harus dilakukan melalui Undang-Undang, bukan Peraturan Presiden.
Menggali Nilai-nilai Pendidikan dalam Sajak-sajak Angga Wijaya: dari Kesadaran Diri hingga Pencarian Spiritual
Authors: Ananda Refisa , Badriyah Ratu , Yunianika Ika Tri
Published: January 2025

So far, there has been limited research on the exploration of educational values in poetry. This study aims to explore how poetry reflects moral and spiritual values, as well as how it can be used as an effective educational tool. The research employs a qualitative analysis method, focusing on hermeneutics. The primary data source for this study is a collection of poems by Angga Wijaya. The findings reveal that Angga Wijaya's poems invite readers to reflect on life and discover deeper meaning through self-awareness. His works emphasize the importance of letting go of the past, embracing change, and practicing patience in facing life's challenges. The recurring use of moon imagery guides readers on a spiritual journey, while themes of love and respect highlight the values of unity and compassion. The study suggests that Angga Wijaya's poetry can serve as an effective medium for teaching character education.
Formasi Ego dan Field of Desire dalam Cerpen Sentimentalisme Calon Mayat Karya Sony Karsono: Tinjauan Psikoanalisis Lacan
Authors: Hakim Arif Rohman
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis formasi ego dan field of desire dalam cerita pendek “Sentimentalisme Calon Mayat” karya Sony Karsono. Penelitian ini menganalisis dan menginterpretasi cerpen tersebut untuk mengemukakan kondisi psikologis tokoh dan mengungkapkan struktur jiwa tokoh. Penelitian ini bersifat kualitatif dan dianalisis dengan teori psikoanalisis Lacan. Langkah-langkah penelitian ini sebagai berikut: i) analisis formasi ego yang merupakan kajian relasional antara Subjek, ego, dan Ideal-I; dan ii) mengungkapkan schema-L Subjek untuk mengetahui logika pemenuhan hasrat subjek.Berdasarkan hasil analisis ditemukan bahwa penggunaan metafora dan metonimi dalam tuturan Johan merupakan bentuk mekanisme pertahanan diri yakni denegation. Selain itu ditemukan bahwa metafora dan metonimi Johan bertemakan kematian yang disebabkan oleh misrekognisi pada saat Johan mengalami fase cermin. Imaji-imaji dalam film, puisi, dan dongeng berdampak pada kegagalan ego dalam menginterpretasikan realitas yang dihadapi sehingga mengakibatkan jarak antara Ideal-I terlampau jauh. Akibat dari jarak ego dan Ideal-I tersebut, Subjek sampai pada simpulan bahwa jouissance hanya dapat tercapai melalui kematian.
Mind maps as multimodal and multilingual literacy practices in Chinese private universities
Authors: Shi Liping
Published: January 2025

This study explores the integration of multimodal teaching, translanguaging, and dialogic pedagogy to improve English literacy among junior students in a Chinese private university. In the context of globalization, proficiency in English is essential for these students, yet many face challenges that hinder their literacy development. This research examines how multimodal mind maps, as tools for translanguaging and multimodal learning, reveal student perspectives on language learning and literacy development in Chinese private universities. The study offers insights with significant potential for shaping educational practices and curriculum design in Chinese private universities (Canagarajah, Suresh. 2012. Translingual practice: Global Englishes and cosmopolitan relations. New York: Routledge). By strategically implementing multimodal teaching techniques, the research introduces innovative strategies to enhance English literacy (García, Ofelia & Li Wei. 2014. Translanguaging: Language, Bilingualism and education. Palgrave Macmillan; Jewitt, Carey & Gunther Kress. 2010. Multimodality, literacy and school English. In D. Wyse, R. Andrews & J. Hoffman (eds.), The Routledge international handbook of English, language and literacy teaching, 342–352. London: Routledge; Vygotsky, Lev S. 1978. Mind in society: The development of higher psychological processes. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press). The findings highlight the interplay between linguistic strategies, instructional methods, and student perspectives, offering effective pedagogical interventions that prioritize multimodal engagement. By bridging theory and practice (Canagarajah, Suresh. 2012. Translingual practice: Global Englishes and cosmopolitan relations. New York: Routledge), this research provides actionable insights that address the literacy challenges and aspirations of junior students. Using a multimodal teaching approach (García, Ofelia & Li Wei. 2014. Translanguaging: Language, Bilingualism and education. Palgrave Macmillan), this study not only demonstrates how diverse modes of communication strengthen students English skills and foster their confidence but also addresses the development of their identities as competent members of an English academic community. Drawing on Norton’s (Norton, Bonny. 2013. Identity and Language learning: Extending the conversation. 2nd edn. Bristol: Multilingual Matters) work on identity and investment in language learning, this research underscores the importance of identity construction in the language learning process. It shows how students, through multimodal engagement, can assert their identities and claim the right to participate in academic communities, thereby preparing them for success in a globally interconnected society.
Study of Seepage Characteristics and Statistical Damage Constitutive Model of Calcareous Mudstone under Different Fluid Pressures
Authors: Xu Wei , Qu Xiao , Yan Long , Ning Yu
Published: January 2025

The ground stress and water pressure together impact the underground water diversion tunnels in plateau regions, which poses a serious threat to the stability of the surrounding rocks and the safety of engineering structures. Typically, the surrounding rock is calcareous mudstone, which is susceptible to weakening by water. This paper presents an experimental study of calcareous mudstone’s mechanical behavior and permeability characteristics under different fluid pressures in a soft rock tunnel of the Central Yunnan Water Diversion Project (CYWDP) in China. The test results show that the fluid pressure affects the calcareous mudstone’s strength and permeability characteristics, leading to its failure and deformation. The fluid pressure promotes the development of internal microcracks, reduces peak stress and damage stress, and influences failure modes. The evolution of permeability with strain is strongly related to the development of microcracks. Based on the statistical damage theory, a rock damage constitutive model considering fluid pressure and porosity is proposed, and experimental data are used to validate its effectiveness. The research results can be used for understanding the mechanical behavior and constitutive model of hydro-mechanical coupling in soft rock underground projects.
Do sex and gender go hand in hand? A study of their collocational profiles in EU documents regarding equal treatment of men and women
Authors:   University of Siedlce, Poland, Mroczyńska Katarzyna
Published: January 2025

The study of collocations has a long history that goes back to Firth (1957/1968). However, scholarly attention has focused mostly on collocations in general language, with research on this phenomenon within Language for Specialised Purposes (LSP) being a newer and not thoroughly explored line of research 2. The present article attempts to bridge this gap by looking at the way sex and gender are employed in the European Union legislation and documents regarding equal treatment of men and women. In particular, the study contrasts and analyses the combinatory potential of sex and gender as employed in the equal opportunities and non-discrimination regulations and other documents issued by the European Union and its bodies. It also offers a diachronic perspective on how sex and gender are used in the EU’s primary and secondary legislation as well as in guidelines and recommendations. The findings suggest that the two terms in question show completely different collocational profiles and their combinatory potential also varies, with sex appearing in a limited number of well-established collocations and gender being far more productive and frequent, especially in more recent documents.
Legal Reform of the Penalty for Crime of Recruiting and Involving Children in Armed Conflicts in Light of the Provisions of IHL
Authors: Alwheebe Etesam Alabd S. , Ismail Hosameldin H.
Published: January 2025

The study seeks to clarify the extent of the effectiveness of punishment for the crime of recruiting children and their involvement in armed conflicts, and it has been stipulated in the framework of the statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) that the recruitment of children and their participation in armed conflicts, a war crime that requires individual criminal accountability, but the phenomenon of child soldiers is still continuing and a source Concern for the international community Although international law criminalizes the recruitment and use of children in military operations, it needs concerted efforts to eliminate it, as the legal framework for this phenomenon does not currently require additional development of its rules as much as it needs to activate and apply these rules, in addition to activating the punitive policy through Effective and deterrent penalties to curb this crime as a war crime and to prosecute its perpetrators, The problem, then, is not one of legislation, but one of implementation. Children often pay a very high price during armed conflicts, as they suffer the direct and indirect consequences of hostilities. Children's participation in armed conflicts has been a widespread phenomenon since antiquity. Therefore, the international community had to intervene to protect them and prohibit their recruitment. Global efforts have been made to eliminate the phenomenon of recruitment and use of children in military operations by prohibiting the recruitment of children in many international documents.
Legal Reforms for Preventing Employer Abuse: Crafting a Socially Just Employment Law Framework
Authors: Triasmono Hari , Mangesti Yovita Arie , Febriansyah Ferry Irawan , Tomlins Richard , Nawang Nazli Bin Ismail
Published: January 2025

This research aims to examine the role of employment law in overcoming the challenges of abuse of power by employers to build a legal framework that is socially just. This challenge is in focus because of its impact on imbalances in employment and labour relations. In this context, labour law has an important role in protecting workers' rights and preventing abuse of power by employers in the corridor of legal reform that provides social justice. The research method used is a normative legal approach. Through analysis of various legal regulations, court decisions, and related literature, this research seeks a comprehensive understanding of the concept of employment law and its relevance in overcoming the challenges faced. The novelty of this research lies in its holistic approach, integrating social justice, proactive prevention, technology use, and worker participation in employment law reforms to prevent employer abuse, ensuring comprehensive and fair protection for all workers. The research results show that labour law plays a crucial role in ensuring social justice in the work environment and in carrying out legal reforms. Clear regulations and effective law enforcement are key to preventing abuse of power by employers and protecting workers' rights. Thus, labour law is not only an instrument of protection but also a foundation for building a legal framework that is socially just. In conclusion, comprehensive labor law implementation and collaboration among government, employers, and workers are essential for creating a fairer and more socially just work environment.
Analysis of Construction Dispute Resolution in the Perspective of Legal Reform Based on Law Number 2 of 2017
Authors: Waisapi Jeffry Yuliyanto , Suhartono Slamet , Mangesti Yovita Arie , Latumahina Rosalinda Elsina , Young Felina C
Published: January 2025

Indonesia, as a developing nation, is actively pursuing comprehensive development across various sectors to enhance equitable welfare, particularly through economic projects like office buildings, housing, and infrastructure. The involvement of all societal levels is crucial for ensuring the success of these endeavors. However, economic development often triggers disputes stemming from differing interpretations or contractual provisions. This study focuses on analyzing reforms in construction dispute resolution under Law No. 2 of 2017, utilizing a quantitative survey approach. The Construction Services Acts of 1999 and 2017 marked significant shifts in philosophical outlook and dispute resolution mechanisms. Findings indicate that the 2017 Act emphasizes non-litigious settlements with a "win-win" approach, though challenges remain regarding the term "court." Despite these challenges, the study acknowledges that Indonesia is progressing towards effective construction dispute resolution. It recommends stricter sanctions for violations of construction agreements to enhance future regulatory frameworks. These insights are vital for legal practitioners and policymakers, aiming to refine mechanisms and raise public awareness on regulatory gaps that hinder sustainable development in Indonesia. The study also categorizes dispute resolution solutions and scrutinizes provisions in Law No. 2 of 2017 concerning defects, nonconformities, weaknesses, and perceived biases. The Act defines a team formed by mutual agreement to oversee Construction Services, tasked with preventing and mediating disputes arising from Construction Work Contracts.
Enhancing Security, Economy, and Education: A Policy Analysis of the Indonesia-Malaysia Border Region
Authors: Putri Lili  , Nurlukman Adie Dwiyanto , Amiludin Amiludin , Aditya Toddy
Published: January 2025

This study explores the legal and policy dimensions influencing security, economic development, and education in the Indonesia-Malaysia border region, identifying key challenges and offering policy recommendations. Using a qualitative methodology and NVIVO 12+ software for data analysis, the research examines legislation documents, government reports, and policy frameworks to uncover significant gaps. The study reveals critical deficiencies, including underfunded educational institutions, inadequate healthcare facilities, and insufficient infrastructure, which hinder both human development and economic growth. For instance, many border villages face infrastructural deficits such as unpaved roads and unreliable electricity, limiting access to education and curbing local economic opportunities. The research also highlights the fragmentation of legal and policy frameworks, which often prioritize national security and macroeconomic goals over local needs, exacerbating socio-economic inequalities. Inadequate security measures further undermine regional stability, facilitating transnational crimes such as human trafficking and illegal trade. The study emphasizes the interconnectedness of education, infrastructure, security, and economic development, underscoring how deficiencies in one area adversely affect the others. This paper offers novel insights into border governance, proposing an integrated policy approach that aligns legal, economic, and educational objectives to foster sustainable development, enhance security, and promote regional cooperation. The findings provide valuable implications for policymakers seeking to improve governance in border regions facing similar socio-political challenges.
Promoting Health Equity for Children With Special Health Care Needs and Child Welfare Involvement
Authors: Simard Amanda A. , Gerstenzang Emma , Gerstenzang Sarah , Brown Jocelyn , Cardenas Toni , Lakhaney Divya , Vasan Aditi , Nash Katherine A.
Published: January 2025

Noah, an 18-month-old infant with trisomy 21, was brought to the emergency department for adenovirus bronchiolitis. He was found to meet criteria for severe malnutrition, and his medical team called Child Protective Services (CPS) with concern for neglect. He remained hospitalized for 1 month while a safe discharge was coordinated by the medical and CPS teams. Through this case, we explore racism as a root cause of discharge delays among children with special health care needs who interact with the child welfare system. Our discussion delves into the origins and consequences of racial disproportionality within the child welfare system. We describe how Black children, including those with special health care needs, are disproportionately involved with the child welfare system and highlight the potential role of the health care system in these inequities. Ultimately, this racial disproportionality in CPS involvement may contribute to a cycle of oppression for Black families, undermining family and child health, well-being, and trust in the health care system. Understanding the role of racism in both the child welfare and health care systems can empower pediatric providers to be agents of change. Noah’s case underscores the potential for pediatric providers to either perpetuate or mitigate racial disparities. We propose actions at the individual, institutional, and structural levels, emphasizing the importance of equitable family-centered care practices and trauma-informed care, establishing protocols for the management of potential abuse or neglect, and advocating for policies that reduce racial disparities in child welfare referral, support families, and prevent abuse and neglect.
Corpus Applications in ELT in Colombia: An Exploratory Survey
Authors: Rodríguez-Fuentes Rodrigo A. , Concu Valentina
Published: January 2025

This study examines the application of corpus linguistics in English language teaching (ELT) in Colombia, where its practical adoption remains limited compared to many developed countries. Data were gathered through a survey of English instructors at Colombian universities to assess their familiarity with corpus linguistics. Findings indicate significant challenges, including lack of formal training, low awareness of corpus-based methodologies, and insufficient resources for implementing corpus linguistics applications. The study highlights the potential for enhancing corpus linguistics research and application in Colombia, emphasizing the necessity for improved training and collaborative practices, which could foster greater participation in global corpus linguistics initiatives and enhance the overall effectiveness of ELT.
An Integrative Literature Review on English Teachers as Agents of Change
Authors: Betancurt Lina , Gallego Liliana del Pilar
Published: January 2025

In this article, we attempt to understand English teachers’ perceptions, practices, and challenges concerning social agency through an integrative literature review to build and draw an interpretative framework and generate new knowledge. To achieve this, 58 empirical studies published in a period of seventeen years—2006 to 2023—were selected from the Scopus and Web of Science databases. Results showed that English language teachers’ perceptions of agency were closely related to structural factors. Practices such as interactions with communities and humanistic approaches can make agency meaningful. Challenges in agency were more related to collective agency and reflections. In conclusion, English teachers’ agentic actions are not dampened by structural factors; on the contrary, this review confirms the potential of English educators to transform education.
Evaluating an Online Assessment Course: Teachers’ Voices on Their Language Assessment Literacy
Authors: Giraldo Frank , Yan Xun
Published: January 2025

This article reports a mixed-methods case study on English language teachers’ evaluation of an online assessment course and their language assessment literacy. Our goal was to examine the teachers’ perceptions of the contents, activities, and the impact of the course on their professional development. For data collection, we used a questionnaire and a focus group interview. Results indicate that teachers welcomed all course contents, especially for assessing learners with special needs and integrated-skills assessment. Regarding activities, the teachers favored test analysis and construction while seeing statistics as irrelevant to their contexts. In terms of professional development, teachers reported reflection on prior assessments and improvements for future assessments. In conclusion, the online course contributed to teachers’ knowledge and skills in language assessment.
The Role of Emotions in Teacher Agency: A Study of Mexican English Language Educators
Authors: Castro Mosqueda Héctor
Published: January 2025

This exploratory study examines the link between emotions and teacher agency across different geographical contexts. Semi-structured interviews and life stories were used and analyzed through Hargreaves’ emotional geography framework. The findings reveal that emotions significantly influence the teachers’ ability to manage classroom dynamics and implement positive changes. The research underscores the importance of empathy, ethics, and conflict resolution in building strong student relationships and supportive learning environments. It advocates for integrating emotional intelligence, empathy, and ethical decision-making into language teacher education programs to enhance teacher development and promote more inclusive, effective educational settings.
Preservice Teachers’ Perceptions of C1 English Proficiency in a Chilean Teacher Education Program
Authors: Vega-Abarzúa Jessica , Morales Marco , Olivo Constanza , Rubilar Francisca , Gutiérrez-Turner Eduardo
Published: January 2025

This mixed-methods study examined preservice teachers’ perceptions of C1 English proficiency, focusing on their linguistic competence, understanding, attitudes, and challenges. Conducted at a university in Ñuble, Chile, with 13 participants, data were gathered through a closed-ended questionnaire and a semi-structured interview. Findings suggest that perceived linguistic competence improves as students advance academically. Although participants’ understanding of the C1 level was often fragmented, they acknowledged the difficulty of achieving it and the importance of mastering grammar by graduation. Despite challenges, participants held positive attitudes toward the C1 standard. These findings aim to help teacher education programs better support preservice teachers’ progress toward C1 proficiency.
The mindful use of psychiatric medication: Report from the Tel Aviv Psychoactive Clinic Project and a proposed model for psychiatric care
Authors: Hartogsohn Ido , Yavelberg Yaron , Ben Ezra Omry
Published: January 2025

Background and aims

The recent resurgence of psychedelic research has led to increased interest in extra-pharmacological factors shaping drug effects (set and setting). Habitually discussed in the context of psychedelic therapy, the relevance of set and setting to determining the outcome of non-psychedelic psychiatric interventions receives strong theoretical and empirical support in the literature. Unfortunately, there has been little research on the subject. The current study addresses this lacuna and investigates the potential of using non-pharmacological interventions to improve the outcomes of psychiatric care including safety, satisfaction, efficacy, and non-habituation.

Methods

110 participants (patients prescribed with psychiatric medication) took part in workshops focused on 1) Relaxation (Anxiolytics) 2) [n = 70] Focus (Stimulant ADHD Medication) [n = 40]. Workshops included a) an educational section designed to increase participants' understanding of their medical conditions and prescribed medications b) an experiential section that included the guided, mindful ingestion of the prescribed drug in a supportive setting including reinforcing cues and the practice of non-pharmacological techniques for coping with underlying medical conditions.

Results

Survey questionnaires (n = 33) indicated a significant improvement in participants' understanding of their medical conditions and the properties of their prescribed medication. Semi-structured interviews demonstrated a strong interest in the idea of mindful use of medication, benefit from the communal setting of ingestion, as well as recurring themes of greater satisfaction with- and improved ability to derive benefit from the use of prescribed drug.

Conclusions

The results of this pilot study demonstrate the impressive potential of providing patients with extra-pharmacological tools to improve the outcomes of prescription drug use and supports the need for further study.
W służbie Słowu Życia
Authors: Dąbek Tomasz Maria
Published: January 2025

Artykuł Tomasza Marii Dąbka OSB zatytułowany „W służbie Słowu Życia” został przygotowany ku czci ks. bpa prof. dra hab. Romana Pindla, zainspirowany jego biskupią dewizą „Trzymajcie się mocno Słowa Życia” (Flp 2,16). Tekst analizuje dwa kluczowe aspekty tej dewizy: „Słowo Życia” oraz „Mocno się trzymać”. Pierwsza część artykułu skupia się na teologicznym znaczeniu Słowa Bożego jako źródła życia, odwołując się do tekstów biblijnych, takich jak Prolog Ewangelii św. Jana i Pierwszy List św. Jana. Autor omawia rolę Chrystusa jako Wcielonego Słowa, które przynosi życie wieczne, oraz podkreśla związek słowa z życiem w nauczaniu św. Pawła i tradycji biblijnej. W drugiej części analizuje znaczenie wierności Bożemu Słowu, opierając się na tekstach Nowego Testamentu, które zachęcają do trwania przy nauce Chrystusa i jej wiernego przekazywania. Autor zwraca uwagę na odpowiedzialność głosicieli Słowa, takich jak biskupi, prezbiterzy, katecheci i rodzice, którzy pełnią rolę pierwszych nauczycieli wiary. Podsumowując, artykuł wskazuje na uniwersalne zadanie wiernych, by trwać przy Słowie Życia, czerpiąc z niego siłę do życia chrześcijańskiego i głoszenia Ewangelii. Tekst jest hołdem dla Jubilata, podkreślając jego działalność jako naukowca, duszpasterza i biskupa, który pozostaje wierny swojej dewizie.
Paweł w Psalmach? Rz 3, 10–18 a Ps 14
Authors: Węgrzyniak Wojciech
Published: January 2025

Celem niniejszego rozdziału jest analiza zbieżnych tekstów między Ps 14, 1–3 i Rz 3, 10–18, zwłaszcza fragmentu Listu św. Pawła, który najprawdopodobniej znalazł się w psalmach z powodu błędu kopistów. Autor rozpoczyna od krytyki tekstualnej obu fragmentów, by przejść do szczegółowej analizy zbieżnych fragmentów. Na koniec przedstawia możliwe hipotezy tłumaczące związek między oboma fragmentami.
Navigating Faith and Disaster in the Digital Age: A Netnographic Study of Sasak Muslims
Authors: Rahmawati Pudji , Laila Faizah Noer , Firdaus M. Zainul
Published: January 2025

Recently, social media has become a critical platform for accessing information worldwide. In Indonesia, the Indonesian Internet Service Providers Association (APJII) reports 221.56 million internet users in 2023, indicating widespread use for information gathering. However, the vast amount of accessible content makes it challenging for users to discern credible sources, often leading to the uncritical acceptance of information. This study examines the disaster-related behavior of the Sasak Muslim community on social media. The island of Lombok, which is predominantly inhabited by the Sasak people, experienced a devastating earthquake in 2018, a traumatic event that has since become a collective memory among the Sasak community. This collective memory has played a significant role in shaping the community’s behavior towards disaster preparedness. Given the Sasak people’s high engagement with social media, their online behavior presents an important area of study, particularly in relation to disaster information. This research employs a netnographic analysis approach, which involves the analysis of digital media to understand community behaviors and interactions. The findings of this study reveal that the Sasak Muslim community continues to uphold Islamic values as a means of filtering information received on social media, helping them determine the veracity of the information.
Optimizing electrical resistivity in flexible conductive films by way of silver nanowire doping
Authors: Das Anik , Shamim Al Mojnun , Hasan Md. Zahid , Mia Rony , Nan-Nan Song , Lei Xu , Khan Moonis Ali , Mahmud Sakil
Published: January 2025

Silver nanowires (AgNWs) have attracted significant research interest due to their potential in conductive films, flexible electronics, electromagnetic interference shielding, sensors, energy storage, and integration into wearable devices. This study developed conductive inks with tailored viscosities for fabricating films with stable electrical resistance. The formulations were optimized for screen printing, inkjet printing, and direct writing by doping AgNWs into carbon paste dispersed in N,N-dimethylformamide. Flexible conductive circuits were printed on silk film substrates, and their electrical resistance was evaluated by varying AgNW concentration and the number of printed layers. Cyclic bending and energizing heating experiments were conducted to assess durability. The results demonstrated that doping with AgNWs significantly reduced film resistivity, with a concentration of 30 mg/ml being optimal for screen printing, inkjet, and direct printing. Screen-printed films exhibited the lowest resistivity, decreasing from 1.2 × 10−4 to 3.5 × 10−5 Ω·cm with increasing AgNWs concentration from 5 to 30 mg/ml. The resistivity of inkjet-printed and direct-written films at 30 mg/ml AgNWs was 5.8 × 10−5 and 7.2 × 10−5 Ω·cm, respectively. Increasing the number of printed layers from one to seven further reduced resistivity by 62% for screen printing, 58% for inkjet printing, and 55% for direct writing. Cyclic bending tests showed that after 1000 bending cycles, the resistance increased by 18% for screen-printed films, 25% for inkjet-printed films, and 30% for direct-written films. Screen-printed films exhibited the lowest resistivity and longest service life, highlighting their potential for diverse applications in flexible electronics and the broader electronics industry.
Economia solidária e produção de alimentos
Authors: Reis Adebaro Alves dos , Martins Luiza Helena da Silva , Barbosa Maria José de Souza , Martins Ingryd Rodrigues , Joele Maria Regina Sarkis Peixoto
Published: January 2025

Alternative economies are responses to conventional economic systems, such as the solidarity economy, which tend to have an impact on changes in food supply systems, aiming for a transition to sustainability. With this in mind, the article addresses the importance of the solidarity economy for food production in the interrelation between the terms solidarity economy and food. This is a comprehensive review, which its approach is organized into four sections: the first discusses the path to food security and the sustainability of food systems, demonstrating the challenges for global food security. The second refers to the principles of cooperativism, particularly its social organizations, with an emphasis on cooperatives and the solidarity economy. The third describes the influence of short chains on alternative food supply networks, based on an overview of the interdisciplinary dimension of these short food circuits. And finally, the fourth covers the debate on organic production as an alternative in food networks, presenting innovations achieved by organic farming. This is an analysis of studies already carried out on the global food system linked to a complex multifactorial dimension, in which organic farming and the solidarity economy can be an alternative to the transition to sustainability in food production chains.
A New Role for Unregulated Activities in the Regional Economic Power Industry
Authors:   Ural Federal University named after the first President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin, Gitelman L. D. , Kozhevnikov M. V. ,   Ural Federal University named after the first President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin, Ditenberg M. K. ,   Ural Federal University named after the first President of Russia B. N. Yeltsin
Published: January 2025

A potential solution to the problem of attracting investment in the electric power industry, resulting from economic growth and regional restructuring, is to foster industrial entrepreneurship and create a more conducive environment for investment. This article examines the economic prerequisites, key areas of opportunity, and organizational conditions required to develop energy businesses in unregulated sectors as a means of diversification. The research draws on Russian and international studies on diversification and entrepreneurship in the energy sector, as well as expert insights from surveys and interviews with specialists from major Ural energy companies, including Rosseti Ural, T Plus, and Chelyabloblkommunenergo. This study explores various forms of sectoral diversification, focusing on integration strategies that broaden the scope of energy services in emerging market segments. Key areas include small-scale power generation, electrification, and energy demand management, all driven by cutting-edge scientific and technological advancements. The research highlights that state support for entrepreneurship is most effective in areas closely aligned with the core activities of energy companies, as well as in sectors that have a strong regional socio-economic impact. Theoretically, the study contributes to the field by identifying entrepreneurial opportunities in the electric power industry and examining the organizational and economic impacts of non-regulated activities. Practically, the study offers recommendations for industry stakeholders and regional authorities on how to regulate and stimulate entrepreneurship in the sector.
Potential of Digital Transformation: Ranking of Russian Regions
Authors:   Lomonosov Moscow State University, Verenikin A. O. , Verenikina A. Y. ,   RUDN University
Published: January 2025

This study posits a positive correlation between the level of socio-economic development, accumulated experience in digitalizing regional economies, and the potential for regions to achieve digital transformation targets set out in their 2021 digital transformation strategies. To test this hypothesis, Russian regions were ranked according to their potential to meet these targets, using the Adaptive Automated Method of Principal Component Analysis, supplemented by Data Envelopment Analysis (PCA-DEA). Two data sets were used as inputs in the model: the level of ICT sector development in each region (18 indicators) and regional socio-economic development levels for 2022 (20 indicators). Model outputs include indicators for which the regions had set measurable targets for 2023 (43 indicators). The sample included all regions of the Russian Federation, with the exception of the Donetsk and Luhansk People’s Republics, Zaporozhye and Kherson oblasts (due to the lack of digital transformation strategies as of July 1, 2023), the city of Moscow (which follows the Smart City strategy for digital transformation), and Chukotka Autonomous Okrug (due to the lack of data for over 70 % of the indicators). The analysis identified five groups of regions, each with differing levels of potential to achieve planned targets. Ranking positions were influenced by the degree of digitalization, socio-economic development, and the scope of strategic indicators incorporated in each region’s digital transformation strategy. Notably, considerable discrepancies were observed between the indicators proposed by regional authorities and those recommended by the relevant ministries. Using the decomposition of the composite indicator and calculating correlation coefficients, the authors identified several key factors affecting regional rankings. The study examined both the structure of the data and the effectiveness of digitalization planning, which can provide insights into the most effective strategies and guide decision-making for optimizing the digital economy. The results are applicable for both internal analysis of a region’s digital transformation strategy outcomes and external comparisons, supporting regional performance assessments and rankings.
Assessing Spatial Development Priorities in Sverdlovsk Oblast (Russia) Through SAR Modelling and Autocorrelation Analysis
Authors:   Institute of Economics of the Ural Branch of RAS, Naumov I. V. , Nikulina N. L. ,   Institute of Economics of the Ural Branch of RAS
Published: January 2025

Disparities in the socio-economic development of regions necessitate clearer priority-setting for their spatial growth and sustainable economic progress. The hypothesis of this study is that the primary goal for the region’s spatial development should be to establish “growth poles” in municipalities with a high concentration of resources and strong connections to surrounding areas. The study aims to develop a method to identify and justify these spatial development priorities, using municipalities in Sverdlovsk oblast as a case study. Within the proposed methodology, territories were divided into two subgroups within the quadrants of P. Moran’s scatter plot, based on spatial interaction levels, to identify both existing and emerging growth poles, as well as areas of strong and moderate influence. The effectiveness of selected priorities was assessed by applying a differentiated approach to building spatial SAR models. As a result, two groups of territories were categorized: spatially interconnected areas, which include growth poles and regions forming spatial clusters along with their influence zones, and spatially remote areas. Findings indicate that the spatial development priorities of Sverdlovsk oblast should focus on establishing growth poles in municipalities with a high concentration of enterprises, labour, and investment resources (e.g., Nizhny Tagil and Kamensk-Uralsky), as well as in municipalities within the strong influence zone of an active growth pole (e.g., Berezovsky, Verkhnyaya Pyshma, and others). It is essential to strengthen cooperative relationships between municipalities, particularly in the influence zone of Ekaterinburg agglomeration, as highlighted by P. Moran’s spatial autocorrelation analysis.