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SISTEM BOARDING SCHOOL SMP ISLAM TERPADU ABU BAKAR YOGYAKARTA (Transformasi dan Humanisme Religius)
Authors: . Maksudin
Published: February 2017

Abstrak: Sistem Boarding School SMP Islam Terpadu Abu Bakar Yogyakarta (Transformasi dan Humanisme Religius). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk (1) mengungkap bagaimana transformasi kelembagaan pendidikan dilaksanakan di SMP Islam Terpadu Abu Bakar Boarding School Yogyakarta; (2) mengetahui bagaimana implementasi humanisme religius pendidikan Islam dilaksanakan di SMP tersebut. Penelitian ini dilakukan dan dirancang sesuai dengan prinsip-prinsip field research dengan menggunakan pendekatan naturalistik. Hasil penelitian ini dapat dikemukakan sebagai berikut. Pertama, penyelenggaraan pendidikan di SMP Islam Terpadu Abu Bakar dengan sistem boarding school dan fullday merupakan wujud transformasi kelembagaan pendidikan. Kedua, penerapan humanisme religius di SMP Islam Terpadu Abu Bakar didasarkan paradigma Islam Terpadu (IT) yang diimplementasikan secara tersurat pada visi, misi, dan tujuan yang diembannya. Pengamalan visi dan misi yang diemban sekolah dijabarkan di dalam tujuan penyelenggaraan pendidikan di SMP Islam Terpadu Abu Bakar pendidikan dan pembinaan siswa, di dalam kelas, di asrama, di masjid saat salat berjamaah, doa, żikir ma’śurat bersama, apel malam (muhasabah), malam bina iman dan takwa. Kata Kunci: sistem boarding school, humanisme religius, transformasi Abstract: The Boarding School System of SMP Islam Terpadu Abu Bakar Yogyakarta. This study was aimed to reveal: (1) how the educational institutional transformation was carried out in SMP Islam TerpaduAbu Bakar Yogyakarta; and (2) how religious humanism of Islamic education was carried out there. This study employed the naturalistic approach. The findings of the study could be stated as follows. First, the implementation of the education using the boarding school and full-day system was the realization of the institutional transformation. Second, the religious humanism was implemented based on the paradigm of integrated Islam through the vision, mission, and the goals. The school vision and mission were realized in the aims of the implementation of education through nurturing activities in the class, in the boarding house, and in the mosque. Keywords: boarding school system, religious humanism, transformation
PENGARUH TINGKAT PENDIDIKAN MANAJER TERHADAP KINERJA PERUSAHAAN GO-PUBLIC
Authors: . Moerdiyanto
Published: February 2017

Abstract: The Effect of Managers’ Educational Levels on the Go-PublicCompany Performance. This study aims to investigate the effect of managers’educational levels on the company performance. The population comprised allthe manufacturing companies listed in the Indonesian Capital Market duringthe period of 2003-2007. The sample, consisting of 60 companies, was selectedusing the purposive sampling technique. The variable of managers’ educationallevels was controlled by the variables of accounting income and cash flows. Thedata on managers’ educational levels were collected through a questionnaireand those on accounting income and the cash flows through documents fromthe company financial statement published in the Indonesian Capital Market.The data on the stock returns movement as a company’s performanceparameter were obtained from the Indonesian Securities Market Database(ISMD). The data were analyzed using the data panel regression, employing thesoftware of EVIEWS-3 program. The result shows that the regression coefficientof managers’ educational levels on the company performance is positive andstatistically significant with α 1% and t-value at p < 0.01. Keywords: managers’ educational levels, accounting income, cash flow, go- public company performance
DETERMINAN TERHADAP KECENDERUNGAN NILAI RUJUKAN GURU PENDIDIKAN JASMANI
Authors: Suherman Adang
Published: February 2017

Abstract: Effects of School Context Variables on Physical Education Teachers’Value Orientation. A school is a laboratory for teachers to implement a variety ofprofessional competencies. The condition of a school can inhibit or support them torealize their potentials. Teachers’ knowledge, understanding, attitudes, willingness,and value orientation are believed to determine the success of the curriculumimplementation. This study aims to find out how the school conditions affect thetendency of physical education teachers’ value orientation. This study used asample of 30 physical education teachers at primary schools, purposively selected.The data were collected using the Value Orientation Inventory (VOI) developed byEnnis and Chen. The results show that class sizes, facilities, and socialenvironments affect the types of TVO that teachers inculcate to students throughthe teaching and learning process. However, the students’ conditions do not affectthe types of TVO.Keywords: class sizes, facilities, social environments, students’ conditions, teacher value orientation
MODEL PELATIHAN BERBASIS KINERJA DALAM PENINGKATAN KOMPETENSI TUTOR PENDIDIKAN KESETARAAN
Authors: Sutaryat Trisnamasyah Anan Sutisna &
Published: February 2017

Abstract: A Performance-Based Training Model to Improve EquivalenceEducation Tutors’ Competence. This study aimed to develop a training model toimprove equivalence education tutors’ competence, employing a performancebasedtraining model, focusing on tutors’ instructional competence. The trainingmodel was developed based on the fact that the current training process was tooconventional and emphasized the cognitive aspect only. The performance-basedtraining model was developed through research and development. The resultshowed that the performance-based training model was effective to improve theequivalence education tutors’ pedagogic and andragogic competence in the Centerfor Community Learning Activities.Keywords : performance-based training, equivalence education tutors’ competencies
HIGHER ORDER THINKING BERBASIS PEMECAHAN MASALAH UNTUK MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR BERORIENTASI PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER SISWA
Authors: Dan Sri Kadarwati Tri Widodo
Published: February 2017

Abstrak: Penelitian tindakan ini ditujukan untuk meningkatkan aktivitas dan hasil belajar siswa dengan berorientasi pembentukan karakter. Pembelajaran menggunakan higher order thinking berbasis pemecahan masalah. Subjek penelitian adalah siswa kelas XI-3 program IPA. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa hasil belajar siswa meningkat menjadi 73,84 (melebihi target). Siswa yang telah menguasai materi ada sebanyak 96,87%. Skor aktivitas adalah 83,81 (melebihi target). Karakter dan respon siswa terhadap pembelajaran termasuk pada kategori baik.Kata Kunci: higher order thinking, hasil belajar, aktivitas belajar dan karakterPROBLEM-SOLVING-BASED HIGHER ORDER THINKING TO IMPROVE LEARNING ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH STUDENTS’ CHARACTER BUILDING ORIENTATIONAbstract: This action research study was aimed to improve the students’ learning activities and achievement through character building orientation. The teaching used the higher order thinking and problem-based instruction strategy. The subjects were the XI-3 students of the Science program. The findings showed that the students’ achievement was 73.84 (higher than the target). The students who had mastered the lesson was 96.87%. The activity score was 83.81 (higher than the target). The students’ character and response to the teaching process belonged to the good category.Keywords: HOT, PBI, student achievement, student character
Магнитозависимое микроволновое поглощение в HgSe в слабых магнитных полях
Authors: Вейнгер А.И. , Тиснек Т.В. , Кочман И.В. , Окулов В.И.
Published: February 2017

Рассмотрен магниторезистивный эффект в полупроводнике HgSe : Fe в слабых магнитных полях на микроволновых частотах при низких температурах. Проанализированы отрицательная и положительная составляющие магнитопоглощения, основой которого является эффект магнитосопротивления в вырожденной зоне проводимости. Отмечены особенности экспериментов в этом диапазоне частот. Из анализа экспериментальных полевых и температурных зависимостей определены времена релаксации импульса и энергии электрона. DOI: 10.21883/FTP.2017.02.44099.8362
Влияние ионизирующего излучения на диэлектрические характеристики монокристаллов Cu-=SUB=-2-=/SUB=-ZnSn(S-=SUB=-x-=/SUB=-Se-=SUB=-1-x-=/SUB=-)-=SUB=-4-=/SUB=-
Authors: Гуртовой В.Г. , Шелег А.У.
Published: February 2017

Изучено влияние электронного облучения на проводимость и диэлектрические характеристики монокристаллов Cu2ZnSnS4, Cu2ZnSnSe4 и твердых растворов на их основе. Показано, что с увеличением дозы облучения значения диэлектрической проницаемости уменьшаются, а удельной электропроводности резко возрастают. DOI: 10.21883/FTT.2017.02.44040.263
Концентрация плазмы разряда, поддерживаемого в неоднородном потоке газа мощным излучением терагерцового диапазона частот
Authors: Водопьянов А.В. , Глявин М.Ю. , Голубев С.В. , Лучинин А.Г. , Разин С.В. , Сафронова М.И. , Сидоров А.В. , Фокин А.П.
Published: February 2017

Измерена плотность плазмы разряда, возникающего в неоднородном потоке аргона под действием мощного сфокусированного импульсного излучения гиротрона (частота 0.67 THz, мощность 40 kW, длительность импульса 20--30 mus) в диапазоне фоновых давлений газа в разрядной камере от 10-3 до 300 Torr. Концентрация электронов при низких давлениях (10-3-7 Torr) определялась по вызванному эффектом Штарка уширению атомарной линии излучения Halpha (656.3 nm) водорода, который присутствовал в разряде в качестве малой остаточной примеси. При этом максимальное наблюдаемое штарковское уширение линии Halpha соответствует величине концентрации плазмы порядка 2· 1016 cm-3, которая превышает критическую для используемой частоты поддерживающего разряд излучения. При давлениях свыше 7 Torr плотность плазмы оценивалась на основе анализа пространственно-временных разверток и осциллограмм свечения разряда в оптическом диапазоне. Оценки дали величину электронной концентрации на уровне (1-2)· 1015 cm-3. DOI: 10.21883/PJTF.2017.04.44292.16464
Examining models of social preferences and a generalized model of inequity aversion: An analysis and application
Authors: Khan Hayat , Ahmed Abdullahi D.
Published: February 2017

This paper argues that a generalized model of social preferences must simultaneously pass two tests; the Variety test (explain outcomes under variety, the V-test) and the Sen’s Weak Equity Axiom test (the S-test). It is shown that none of the models proposed to date unconditionally passes these tests. The paper extends the Fehr and Schmidt model of inequality aversion to a generalized model of inequity aversion which passes the two tests and parsimoniously explains interior outcomes in the dictator game and dynamics of outcomes in other games. This is done through introducing equity-bias in the Fehr and Schmidt model. The paper postulates that a player’s idea of equitable distribution is state-dependent, where the state is determined by psychological and structural parameters. The state could be fair, superior or inferior. Individuals in a fair state have zero equity-bias and split the pie evenly; those in a superior (inferior) state have positive (negative) equity-bias and accept more (less) than fair distributions as equitable
The acceptance of e-learning systems and technology in ODL institutions: Lecturer’s perspective
Authors: Wiid Johannes Arnoldus , Cant Michael Colin
Published: February 2017

The use of technology in our everyday lives has become a very common occurrence and it is integrated in all facets of our lives. This is even more apparent in the field of academia where the leaders of the future are very astute users of technology. Technology, with its fast pace of change, has led to numerous new methods of communication between the students themselves and between the students and their lecturers. Communication is not the same anymore. Educational institutions worldwide have been forced to make better use of technology in order to better interact with students and to improve on the level of education that they provide. Open and Distance Leaning (ODL) Institutions, by their very nature, need to ensure they stay on the forefront of developments in this field in order to provide a better learning environment and service to its students. This article aims to determine the level of acceptance of e-learning systems and technology in ODL institutions by faculty, as well as their inclination to support it.
Voluntary audit committee characteristics in financially distressed and healthy firms: a study of the efficacy of the ASX corporate governance council recommendations
Authors: Miglani Seema
Published: February 2017

The aim of this paper is to address the impact of certain audit committee characteristics identified by the ASX Corporate Governance Council on improving the effectiveness of corporate audit committees on the likelihood of financial distress. Using a sample of 155 listed Australian firms, this paper finds support for the argument that the adoption of some, but not all, recommendations concerning the formation of an audit committee is beneficial for firms, which in this paper is reflected in a reduced likelihood of financial distress. In particular, the presence of a financial expert and solely non-executive directors on audit committee are associated with lower financial distress likelihood. By contrast, chairperson duality is significantly positively related to the probability of financial distress
Managerial empire building and segment reporting quality: The role of auditor industry specialization
Authors: Young Chaur-Shiuh , Chen Chia-Hui , Chien Fei-Liang , Yu Tzu-Yi
Published: February 2017

This study aims to explore whether empire building firms have lower segment reporting quality under the new accounting standard-IFRS No. 8, Operating Segments. IFRS No. 8 requires firms to report segment information on basis of the management approach, which implying the opportunity of managerial manipulation. We use the sample of 8 countries that have followed IFRS 8 over the period 2009-2011, and find that when managers with high incentives to build managerial empire will conceal segment reporting information on purpose which leads to lower segment reporting quality. Furthermore, our results show that external auditors with industrial experience attenuate the agency problem of managerial empire building and consequently increase segment reporting quality.
Students’ perception and satisfaction towards customer service in higher education institutions
Authors: Hefer Yolande , Cant Michael Colin
Published: February 2017

t is common knowledge that students experience various types of problems with universities and other higher education institutions. These problems are not limited to any specific country and it can be said that problems experienced in one country will most likely also occur in other countries. This study was done in order to determine students’ perceptions and their satisfaction of the Student Administration departments in higher education institutions. The target population consisted 200 of undergraduate students in their 1st and 3rd year in a higher education institution. Quantitative research was conducted and a non-probability sample was chosen. Quota sampling was used in order to improve the representativeness of the sample The results from the study indicated that students’ perceptions about the quality of the service received, in terms of reliability and responsiveness, from universities are slightly above average
Enhancing corporate governance using public-private partnerships (PPPS) incorporating shared incentives and social finance models towards stakeholder and shareholder value in a post-subprime crisis era
Authors: Kim Jasper
Published: February 2017

This paper focuses on the question of how to enhance corporate governance using public-private partnerships (PPPs) incorporating shared incentives and social finance models towards stakeholder and shareholder value in a post-subprime crisis era? Through the Complexity Science framework, this article argues that the implementation of social finance, generally, and social impact bonds (SIBs), specifically, can represent a viable model to achieve such objective — a model in which value is furthered and potentially maximized between relevant public and/or private sector networks on behalf of both stakeholders and shareholders through the pursuit of an efficient combination of shared incentives
Budget Adjustments and Spending Patterns: A Transaction-Cycle View
Authors: Chandra Akhilesh , Menon Nirup M. , Mishra Birendra K. (Barry)
Published: February 2017

Organizational- and departmental-level budgeting suffer from various shortcomings, such as asymmetric ratcheting. In this regard, we theorize, and propose, budgeting at the transaction-cycle level for effective budget designs. The transaction-cycle level budget requires management justification for resource assignment to business processes, often spanning multiple departments. The transaction-cycle typology consists of five cycles: production, expenditure, financial, revenue, and human-resources. In order to distinguish among transaction cycles, we use their relative positions within the value chain and technology content in their business processes. As a proof-of-concept, we develop theoretical arguments for asymmetric ratcheting in operating budgets at the transaction-cycle level in hospitals, and empirically examine this phenomenon using longitudinal archival data. Our hypotheses examine budgetary responses to overspending and underspending variances in operating budgets for fixed and variable costs. Our findings suggest that a transaction cycle's position in the value chain and its technology content play a role in determining asymmetric ratcheting during budgeting. We discuss our contributions from the perspectives of theory and practice of accounting, budgeting, and accounting information systems.
“Global” Management Accounting Research: Some Reflections
Authors: Van der Stede Wim A.
Published: February 2017

I start with some examples of global studies that compare and contrast “remedies” to management control and corporate governance issues across borders to expose the common tenet of such studies that “uniformity” of practices or regulations is “counter-productive” given national/cultural variations across countries. However, I critically evaluate this so-called “non-uniformity” prescription by considering the costs of local or situational adaptions. This naturally links with the “homogenizing” effects of globalization, where I ponder whether globalization might actually reduce the power of comparative studies across countries or regions, or whether, regardless, there remains great benefit to be had from studying “local” practices that can be theoretically generalized. I also offer some suggestions to help strengthen the design of comparative studies to try and maximize their (conceptual, if not econometric) power.
Open Educational Sky for Networking and Partnership
Authors: Devra G. S. L.
Published: February 2017

At present the size of the demand of the higher education is so large that no country in the world can afford to meet it with a single system of delivery. Higher education requires such a plan of action that may serve the requirements of several social categories simultaneously along with a capacity of meeting the targets of both inside and outside world. So we need a broad based partnership strategy. Besides science and technical subjects, we could include the studies of language, manners, traditions and customs. The study of tourism is an emerging concept and it alone is expected to create employment for 262 million people. So to begin with in the areas where social and cultural similarities are in one or another form already exist combined efforts can be initiated in this direction. In the proposed study, some points for the Curriculum for different sets of the courses are being proposed. It also covers the general guidelines for the conduct of the training sessions and set the norms for the preparation of their material. The adjustment and allotment of the credits in favor of the courses of different categories along with admission norms are other areas of concern.
Strategizing the Role of Local Actors to Enhance Outreach
Authors: Pandey Umesh Chandra
Published: February 2017

The reach of open universities in any society can be gauged by how well their practitioners are able to sense the information needs of their prospective clientele and put in place responsive information and guidance systems. The Open Universities in developing countries face a challenging situation to create such information services because their prospective clientele are too vulnerable, live mostly in geographically inaccessible areas and are nearly cut off from traditional systems of information dissemination. It's due to this reason that the Indian open universities have long been trying to explore innovative ways of community sensitization. India offers a challenging situation primarily due to its diverse socioeconomic and cultural settings. Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU), having jurisdiction over the entire country, has to face this heterogeneity while planning out its programmes and policies. During three decades of its existence, IGNOU has been using variety of strategies to sensitize the people, enroll them and provide support services right at their doorsteps. However despite the overwhelming response from urban areas, the participation of disadvantaged communities living in deep rural interiors is still a major cause of concern in the university. This chapter critically reviews the issues involved in community sensitization and seeks to evolve a roadmap to reach communities, cut off from the mainstream. The need for information and guidance services has been described in detail. The author's engagements with socioeconomically disadvantaged communities of Madhya Pradesh (India) have been described. The analysis presented here helps to evolve new paradigms for involvement of local actors and gives the recommendations for successful implementation of outreach programmes. Lessons learnt out of such experimentations will be crucially important to implement India's ambitious University's Outreach Programme called “Unnat Bharat Abhiyaan”.
ICT-Based Outreach Programs
Authors: Abraham Ajish K.
Published: February 2017

To meet the increased demand of speech and hearing professionals in the rural areas of the country, All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Mysuru started a diploma level program through virtual class rooms connecting AIISH, Mysuru to 11 centres geographically distributed across the country. Being a clinical program, conventional distance learning models were not feasible. The feasible solution was to implement virtual class rooms in these 11 centres where the classes conducted by the experienced faculty at AIISH, Mysuru will be delivered live. The efficacy of the program was analyzed through a survey among the students, which showed positive results. The technology implemented is robust considering its successful operation for the past eight years and hence can be considered as a model for outreach programs with similar objectives. This chapter describes the technological aspects of this model, its implementation and the key factors leading to its success.
The Importance of the Disciplinary Perspective in Educational Research
Authors: Galloway Ross Kerr , Hernandez-Martinez Paul
Published: February 2017

In addition to general findings from education research in the widest sense, further insights can be gained by considering the particular perspectives afforded from education within a specific discipline. In this chapter we present two such views: In part 1, we use the discipline of physics to highlight the distinctions between general and discipline-based education research and argue for a crucial bridging role for the latter. In part 2, we use the discipline of mathematics to explore the role of context while examining the use of mathematical modelling as a pedagogic practice.
Learning Biology With Situated Learning in Mexican Zapoteca Tele-Secondary Schools
Authors: Guerrero-Gutiérrez Paulina
Published: February 2017

Biology and Environmental education are increasingly important disciplines to be taught in rural settings, where indigenous communities frequently hold ownership of invaluable natural resources. However, the Mexican science curriculum does not cater for the specific educational needs of the country's numerous ethnic groups. Situated learning is a pedagogical alternative that affords the possibility of integrating the pupils' culture and ways of interpreting the world within the curricular aims. Nevertheless, there are no reports of its usage in indigenous schools. This paper analyses two 90-minute classes as examples of how situated learning can be used to introduce the concepts of biodiversity and ecosystems in indigenous Zapoteca tele-secondary science classes. The results suggest that using situated learning for these topics helped students understand the concepts, see the importance of what they were learning, and motivated them to learn further.
A Contemplator on Topical Image Encryption Measures
Authors: Mondal Jayanta , Swain Debabala
Published: February 2017

Images unduly assist digital communication in this aeon of multimedia. During times a person transmits confidential images over a flabby communication network, sheer protection is an accost contention to preserve the privacy of images. Encryption is one of the practice to clutch the reticence of images. Image encryption contributes a preeminent bite to charter security for secure sight data communication over the internet. Our work illustrates a survey on image encryption in different domains providing concise exordium to cryptography, moreover, furnishing the review of sundry image encryption techniques.
Labour as Chronotope
Authors: Turgut Hasan , Turgut Merve
Published: February 2017

Transformation in capitalist relations of production has come to such a state that living spaces are becoming precarious and this ontological insecurity is shaking the faith in institutions. Media strives to restore the faith in institutions in order to renew the faith of the masses in this process by carrying out the perception and image management that are needed. In this context, capitalist institutions in advertisements are shown as the unique addressee in overcoming aforementioned precarity. It is aimed to make the masses forget about the bonds that these institutions have with capitalism by showing the institutions in advertisements in such a way that they are tried to be identified by their appreciation of the labour. Labour, as a chronotope, presents narratives that sanctity and appreciation are palpable in the identities of these institutions. Based on this claim, the chronotopic elements of three bank advertisements in Turkey are aimed to be ascertained and “sancity of labour” narrative which is composed of chronotopic elements will be analyzed in this study.
Imaging in anorectal malformations: What does the surgeon need to know?
Authors: Westgarth-Taylor Christopher , Westgarth-Taylor Tracy Lee , Wood Richard , Levitt Marc
Published: February 2017

Imaging is essential in the diagnosis, management, surgical planning and eventual outcome in patients with anorectal malformation (ARM). This article outlines the imaging that may be required and the information needed by the surgeon to attain the best possible surgical outcome. ARM encompasses a wide spectrum of congenital malformations relating to the distal rectum and anus as well as the urinary and or gynaecological systems. The malformations range from a relatively simple perineal fistula with the potential for an excellent functional outcome, to complex cloacal malformation that requires specialist care and intervention. Approximately half of these children will have associated abnormalies. In the first 24–48 hours of life, imaging is used to determine if any associated anomalies are severe enough to preclude an operation, and what operation will be required so that the child can grow as normally as possible. If a colostomy is done, pre-definitive repair imaging in the form of a high-pressure distal colostogram determines the surgical approach required to repair the malformation. In more complicated cases of cloacal malformation, advanced imaging in the form of MRI or 3D fluoroscopy is valuable. In the South African setting, 2D fluoroscopy with the surgeon present is adequate to help in planning for the surgical management. Communication between the radiologist and paediatric surgeon is essential to ensure that such patients have the best possible outcome.
La accesión de España a los tratados multilaterales de 1815
Authors: De la Torre del Río Rosario
Published: February 2017

Estudio la respuesta política que los gobiernos de Fernando VII dieron, entre 1814 y 1817, a la decisión de las grandes potencias vencedoras de Napoleón de no compartir las decisiones importantes con las potencias que pasaron a considerar “menores”, entre las que destaca una España que había colaborado en la derrota de Napoleón y que, formalmente, conservaba todavía un amplio imperio ultramarino.
“La Monarquía hará que, bajo los principios de la democracia…”. El primer viaje al exterior del rey de España, preparativos, desarrollo y consecuencias para la Transición española
Authors: Pereira Castañares Juan Carlos , Fernández Fernández-Cuesta Juan Manuel
Published: February 2017

Este artículo se centra en el primer viaje del rey Juan Carlos y la reina Sofía a Estados Unidos, en 1976, en el que la historiografía moderna considera que se consiguió el apoyo de la Administración norteamericana a la transición española a la democracia en su etapa inicial. Este trabajo –que coincide con el 40º aniversario de ese acontecimiento- está basado en fuentes primarias españolas y norteamericanas. Tras la consulta de estas fuentes, podemos afirmar que este viaje abrió la etapa democrática de la política exterior española.
La comunicación nos hará felices: los valores vocacionales de los futuros estudiantes de comunicación
Authors: Hernández Franco Vicente , Muñiz Velázquez José Antonio , Nó Sánchez Javier
Published: February 2017

La comunicación sigue siendo la primera opción de muchos jóvenes de cara a sus estudios universitarios. ¿Qué valores vocacionales les mueve hacia ella? Dicho de otro modo, ¿qué esperan encontrar en la comunicación que les haga ser felices? Para averiguarlo se estudiaron los perfiles y valores vocacionales de 5.889 alumnos de segundo de bachillerato de la Comunidad de Madrid. De ellos, 469 mostraron un perfil correspondiente al Área Vocacional de Comunicación, entre los cuales destacaron los siguientes valores vocacionales: diversión y dinamismo, emprendimiento, fama y prestigio social. Por el contrario, entre los valores menos presente con respecto al resto de los jóvenes, estaba el de ayudar y hacer algo trascendente y realmente útil por los demás, entre otros. Tal configuración de valores, cuanto menos, merece una reflexión.
Comunicación política en la red social Facebook: segmento rusoparlante
Authors: Pilgun Maria A. , Gradoselskaya Galina W.
Published: February 2017

Desde que las redes sociales se está utilizando cada vez más con fines políticos el análisis de los procesos comunicativos en las comunidades activas políticamente en el ámbito virtual ha adquirido hoy día mucha importancia. El presente artículo expone el análisis de las características de la comunicación política en el segmento rusohablante de la red social Facebook. El material del estudio fue aportado por los grupos políticamente activos (N 200) y sus actores (N 291) durante la temporada de enero-mayo 2014. En la investigación fue aplicado el análisis interdisciplinar. Durante el estudio fueron clasificados los usuarios de Facebook: identificados los clústeres (oficiales y gubernamentales, de grupos de oposición y nacionalistas), descritos distintos tipos de actores según su actividad en la red (proyectores del especio mediático, manipuladores, grafómanos y autores de clústeres locales), al igual que ha sido analizado su comportamiento comunicativo y lingüístico. Se ha podido comprobar que dentro de las comunidades políticas presentes en Facebook y detectadas mediante el análisis clúster formal van formándose identidades virtuales propias. Éstas están dotadas de una división clara de funciones y destacan por su comportamiento comunicativo y lingüístico diferente juzgando por las herramientas comunicativas, estrategias o tácticas lingüísticas y los recursos retóricos multimedia en la web elegidos por sus actores.
Cenários de aprendizagem e noções de saúde: a percepção dos estudantes de Psicologia sobre sua formação
Authors: Carmona Daniele Rodrigues Souza , Batista Cássia Beatriz
Published: February 2017

O estudo, desenvolvido no curso de Psicologia de uma universidade privada
de Belo Horizonte, visou a conhecer as concepções de saúde e a formação
profissional construídas na trajetória acadêmica dos estudantes. De cunho
exploratório, realizou-se aplicação de questionários e grupo focal nos
discentes veteranos de Psicologia. Os estudantes tomam a definição de saúde
da OMS como referência em seus discursos sobre a concepção de saúde;
identificam um conjunto de cenários de aprendizagem em saúde presentes
na formação, em que se destacam os estágios supervisionados e algumas
disciplinas em detrimento de outros espaços menos vivenciados, como a
pesquisa e a extensão; observam que as temáticas da saúde mais presentes na
formação em Psicologia são “saúde mental” seguida de “saúde e trabalho”.
A trajetória dos estudantes pesquisados demonstra as dimensões formais
presentes na graduação bem como os aspectos instituintes em andamento,
especificamente no ensino-aprendizagem em saúde, incentivadas
principalmente pelo programa Pró-Saúde.
Developing Assessment through Lesson Study
Authors: Fischman Davida , Wasserman Kelli
Published: February 2017

Analyzing a lesson about piano practice can reveal students' misunderstandings, especially when aided by a team of teachers.
A Preschool Investigation: The Skyscraper Project
Authors: McCormick Kelly K. , Twitchell Guinevere
Published: February 2017

This meaningful learning experience intrinsically invites problem solving and mathematical thinking that emerges during play.
Pattern Recognition—Unsupervised Machine Learning
Authors: Kubsch Marcus , Krist Christina , Wulff Peter
Published: February 2025

In this chapter we will engage with a case study that utilizes unsupervised ML techniques to extract and interpret patterns in complex science education related data.
Conclusions
Authors: Kubsch Marcus , Krist Christina , Wulff Peter
Published: February 2025

You have come a long way. Congratulations! On you journey into the world of machine learning in science education research you traveled along the coasts of technical fundamentals of ML and methodological considerations that guide the use of ML. Later, you ventured into the wild and took your first steps on the sometimes slippery slopes of the case studies. Finally, you took a walk through the park of ethical and procedural principles that may guide your future ML journey and where offered a vista on the emerging topics in the field.
Basics of Machine Learning
Authors: Wulff Peter , Kubsch Marcus , Krist Christina
Published: February 2025

This chapter presents a historical brief of artificial intelligence and machine learning as well as an overview of conceptual basics of how ML works, alongside examples. Different approaches to ML are reviewed and the challenges of applying ML in research are addressed.
Human-Machine Interactions in Machine Learning Modeling: The Role of Theory
Authors: Krist Christina , Kubsch Marcus , Wulff Peter
Published: February 2025

This chapter provides guidance for how to think about the role that humans play in conducting analyses that include ML as part of the workflow. It introduces a stance towards ML as “intelligence augmentation” rather than “artificial intelligence” and articulates four key questions for an analyst to consider when setting up analysis. It also introduces computational grounded theory as an alternative to automation-focused applications of ML.
Introduction: Russia’s War in Ukraine and the “Shared Neighbourhood” in a Historical Context
Authors: Burmester Isabell
Published: February 2025

This chapter provides an introductory exploration of the historical context underlying the EU and Russian influence in their “shared neighbourhood”, particularly against the backdrop of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. It outlines the legacy of Russian/Soviet imperialism, which facilitated Russia's continued influence in the region post-imperialism, contrasted with the EU's use of its enlargement and neighbourhood policies to project its power. The chapter reviews pertinent literature, illustrating that conceptualisations of EU and Russian influence developed independently, particularly at the meso-level. It argues that the current conflict in Ukraine is embedded within a larger regional dynamic where EU and Russian influences intersect, shaped by historical, economic, and cultural legacies. The chapter emphasises the necessity of a historical perspective to comprehend contemporary EU and Russian influence, setting the stage for a systematic comparison of their respective hegemonic power mechanisms.
EU and Russia Co-Optation: (Re-)shaping the Ideas and Beliefs in the Moldovan and Armenian Societies
Authors: Burmester Isabell
Published: February 2025

This chapter explores the co-optation strategies employed by the EU and Russia in Moldova and Armenia, focusing on how these powers sought to shape the ideas and beliefs within these societies. Russia’s co-optation efforts leveraged its cultural advantage rooted in Soviet-era ties, promoting a common language, media, and religious connections. In contrast, the EU aimed to co-opt Moldovan and Armenian societies through the promotion of democratisation and liberal values, primarily targeting Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and cultural diversity initiatives. The chapter examines how these differing strategies were received by various segments of Moldovan and Armenian societies. CSOs generally viewed the EU’s democracy promotion positively and attempted to diffuse European values within their broader societies. However, the general public in both countries often found Russian traditional values more relatable and remained cautious of “Western” liberal values. The chapter highlights the complex interplay of historical ties, cultural influences, and strategic communication in the co-optation process, revealing how the EU and Russia’s efforts were perceived differently across societal sectors in Moldova and Armenia.
Conclusion and Way Forward: What Future for the Region and How We Study It?
Authors: Burmester Isabell
Published: February 2025

This book critically examined the dichotomy in the literature regarding the differing influences of the EU and Russia in their shared neighbourhood. Through the development of a conceptual framework encompassing three ideal-typical mechanisms of hegemonic power (coercion, prescription, and co-optation) the study systematically compared EU and Russian neighbourhood policies in Eastern Europe and the South Caucasus. Empirical analysis of four cases (EU-Moldova, EU-Armenia, Russia-Moldova, and Russia-Armenia) highlighted the nuanced ways each power exerted influence, revealing both differences and similarities in their approaches. The study found that both the EU and Russia employed all three mechanisms, but with varying methods and effectiveness. Coercion by Russia was more unilateral and punitive, whereas the EU institutionalised its coercive measures within negotiated frameworks. In terms of prescription, the EU’s regulatory clarity contrasted with the complexity and incoherence of Russian standards within the EAEU. Co-optation efforts also differed, with Russia leveraging shared language, culture, and religion, while the EU focused on promoting European values. The analysis revealed that the legitimacy of these actions played a crucial role, with the EU generally perceived more positively than Russia, whose actions were often viewed as unpredictable and punitive. The findings also demonstrated a convergence in the hegemonic practices of the EU and Russia over time, especially post-2015, as both powers intensified their influence strategies. The study calls for future research to explore the interactive dynamics between regional hegemons and to examine how perceptions and local contexts shape power relations. It suggests extending the framework to other regions, such as Central Asia, South Asia, and Latin America, to understand the dynamics of regional hegemony in different geopolitical contexts. The insights from this research contribute to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay of hegemonic power in international relations, emphasising the importance of perceptions, legitimacy, and local contexts in shaping power dynamics.
Resource Allocation for Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence Projects in African Context
Authors: Azeez Abiola Joseph , Tiokou Elnathan , Ugar Edmund Terem
Published: February 2025

This study pursues one question: What are the implications of funding disparities on the development and implementation of trustworthy AI frameworks tailored to the African context, and how can proactive strategies be employed to address these disparities towards developing the African trustworthy AI projects landscape? In response, this chapter addresses resource allocation challenges in creating a trustworthy AI framework within the African context. It highlights concerns about Western-biased AI technologies and the historical impact of colonialism on funding inadequacies, which perpetuate technological colonialism. The argument stresses the need for proactive strategies from African governments to foster AI development. Despite the projected $15.7 trillion global economic value of AI by 2030, Africa's share remains disproportionately low. For instance, in 2022, the US invested $47.7 billion in AI, while Africa's investment was only $2.0 billion. Moreover, Africa's AI investments often come from Western sources, which further exacerbates funding biases. The chapter aims to demonstrate how this funding gap hampers the development of trustworthy AI from an African perspective. Drawing on global AI projects, it advocates for addressing the funding deficit to prioritise trustworthy AI research in Africa. Furthermore, the chapter proposes an ideal trustworthy AI model aligned with African ontology, emphasising relationality and human-centeredness. Lastly, it offers insights on channelling financial resources effectively, including dormant fund utilisation, corporate social responsibility, partnerships, and community-driven initiatives, to foster a trustworthy AI framework rooted in the African ethos.
Soziale Innovationen und die sozial-ökologische Transformation urbaner Mobilität
Authors: Lanzendorf Martin , Baumgartner Annabell , Klinner Nora
Published: February 2025

In diesem Beitrag untersuchen wir die Rolle sozialer Innovationen für die sozial-ökologische Transformation urbaner Mobilität. Wir verstehen darunter Veränderungen, die auf die Entwicklung neuer Alltagspraktiken und Organisationsmodelle abzielen, um Lösungen für gesellschaftliche Herausforderungen zu finden. Konkret untersuchen wir drei verkehrspolitische Maßnahmen, die zur Herausbildung und Stabilisierung neuer, weniger automobilorientierter Alltagspraktiken beitragen: (i) die Umgestaltung des öffentlichen Raums durch eine veränderte Nutzung und ggf. Verteuerung bisher für das Parken von Pkw genutzter Flächen, (ii) die Umwandlung von Pkw-Spuren auf Hauptverkehrsstraßen zu Fahrradspuren sowie (iii) die Schließung einer innerstädtischen Hauptverkehrsstraße für den Pkw-Verkehr. Insgesamt wird deutlich, dass die Zustimmung der Bevölkerung zu den genannten Maßnahmen – trotz öffentlichkeitswirksamer Proteste und Kampagnen dagegen – überraschend hoch ist. Dabei werden sowohl Unterschiede je nach Wohnviertel als auch je nach Mobilitätspraktiken und der individuellen Bereitschaft, die eigene Autonutzung zu reduzieren, erkennbar. Vielversprechend scheinen zukünftig von Wissenschaft und Praxis angestoßene partizipative Prozesse in urbanen Quartieren, um die Mobilitätswende weiter voran zu bringen.
Swiss Education System, Teacher Training and Teacher Shortage
Authors: Keller-Schneider Manuela , Schneider Boye Salome
Published: February 2025

Switzerland, as well as many other countries, is facing a teacher shortage. Due to the increasing number of students and the retirement of the baby-boomer-generation of teachers, there is a lack of teachers. The recruitment of teachers is challenging politics, Universities of Teacher Education and school administrations. This article focuses on the situation in Switzerland, contextualizing the situation within explanations on the education system and on teacher education.

Switzerland offers eleven years of compulsory schooling; private schooling is very rare (less than 5%). Teacher education is offered at Universities of Teacher Education. Pre-primary and primary teachers (classes minus 2 to 6) are qualified with a Bachelor’s degree, lower secondary teachers (7–9) with a Masters’. After graduating beginning teachers seek an employment and secure a contract with school administration, with the possibility of terminating the contract mutually. As part of an induction program, beginning teachers can access counselling and further education. Universities of Teacher Education and mentors in local schools run this program.

Teacher shortage is a cyclic phenomenon, the current teacher shortage is mainly caused by demographic factors, such as increasing number of students, entering school on different levels, and the numerous retirements of teachers of the baby-boomer generation. While other contributing factors are explored, no significant determinants have been identified. The results demonstrate that the teaching profession remains an attractive career decision. To attract more students to teacher education, alternative teacher education programs are developed, aiming especially at second career teacher students. However, the shortage continuous to grow, and the lack of qualified teachers remains substantial. To mitigate the shortage, people without teacher education can get a teaching job as well, albeit limited to a one-year contract. After an accounted successful first year as an unqualified teacher and a successfully passed assessment, they can enroll at the University of Teacher Education and study to become a teacher. The article highlights different aspects of the Swiss school system, teacher education and the teaching profession as well as an insight on teacher shortage situation in Switzerland and the efforts taken.
Literarische Interventionen in polarisierte Öffentlichkeiten bei Claudia Rankine und Carrie Mae Weems
Authors: Bosch Aida , Kley Antje
Published: February 2025

Dieser Beitrag geht der Frage nach, wie künstlerische Innovationen eine kritische Intervention in polarisierte Öffentlichkeiten ermöglichen. In zwei Fallstudien werden ästhetisch innovative, intermediale Text-Bild-Kollagen der Lyrikerin Claudia Rankine und der Fotografin Carrie Mae Weems untersucht. Durch Formate mit aufschlussreichen Wechselwirkungen zwischen Texten und Bildern zeigen die Arbeiten der beiden afroamerikanischen Künstlerinnen Alltagserfahrungen von Differenz und Solidarität in gewachsenen historischen Strukturen mit rassistischer Prägung. Wir untersuchen, mit welchen ästhetischen Strategien Rankines und Weems’ Text-Bild-Kollagen in häufig polemisch geführte öffentliche Diskurse der Gegenwart intervenieren. Dabei werden dichte Beschreibungen des Verhältnisses zwischen ästhetischen Formen, politischen Positionierungen und öffentlichen Verhandlungen entwickelt. Mit ihrer symbolischen Kraft arbeiten Rankines und Weems’ Werke gegen öffentlich eingefahrene Rezeptionsprozesse; sie stellen neue Bilder und Begriffe gegen rassistisch geprägte Muster im öffentlichen Austausch, die gleichermaßen in ihrer Ästhetik wie auch in ihrer gesellschaftlichen Gestaltungskraft wahrgenommen werden wollen. Sie bringen die selbstverständliche Forderung mit sich, an den privilegierten Orten des sozialen Raums Platz zu finden. Die hier untersuchten Arbeiten entfalten über ihre Ästhetik Kritik an historisch verfestigten Strukturen der Öffentlichkeit und entwickeln darüber hinaus zuversichtliche und potentiell wirkmächtige Entwürfe für neue Weisen des Zusammenlebens.