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China's Quest for Political Legitimacy
Authors: Guo Baogang
Published: February 2025

This book examines the new equity-enhancing politics in China in the context of Chinese traditional cognitive patterns of political legitimacy and its implication for Chinese political development in the near future. Based on an analysis of the new governing philosophy, the generation of political elite, and a new set of public policies, the book reaffirms the emergence of a new Chinese polity that infuses one-party rule with limited electoral and deliberative democracies.

Unlike many scholars who perceive the contemporary Chinese history as a constant search for democracy, this book takes a very different approach. It asserts that the enduring question in political development in China today is no different from what was sought after throughout Chinese history, namely, the constant search for political legitimacy. Even though the quest for democracy is instrumental to that end, it may not ultimately lead to the embrace of a full-fledged liberal democracy. The new politics is not only a rationalization of the efficiency-based development, but also a major paradigm shift in China's developmental strategy.
Homeric Stitchings
Authors: Usher M. D.
Published: February 2025

Homeric Stitchings is the first extended study of the Homeric Centos, a long pastiche poem on a biblical theme composed by the Theodosian Empress Eudocia using only verses from the Iliad and the Odyssey. Building upon recent work on Homeric poetics, and utilizing linguistic and semiotic methods of analysis, this study introduces readers to the Centos as a sophisticated comparative reading of Homer and the Bible, based upon intertextual associations of ideas, words, and sounds. Homeric Stitchings is a study in the performative aspects of ancient reading, the processes of human memory, and the reception of Homeric poetry as oral poetry in later antiquity. It will be of great interest to students and scholars of Homer, the Bible and comparative literature, and cultural historians.
Whiz Mob
Authors: Maurer David W.
Published: February 2025

Whiz Mob is David W. Maurer's classic study of the world of pickpockets. Similar to his best-known work, The Big Con, in Whiz Mob Maurer explains the colorful expressions and vivid words used by pickpockets and uses them to provide a window into the life and experiences of the professional criminal. Although he is quick to point out that he never had any actual experience on the racket, Maurer spent many years interviewing pickpockets and learning about their way of life. The result is a fascinating look at the work, lives, morals, and dangers of this element of the criminal subculture. Whiz Mob is essential reading for sociologists, linguists, and everyone interested in the mystery and intrigue of the criminal underworld.
Using Experiential Learning in the Classroom
Authors: Wurdinger Scott D.
Published: February 2025

While research and common sense tells us that experiential learning is more effective than the more traditional process of information assimilation (where teachers lecture, test, and grade), high school, college, and university teachers continue to use paper-and-pencil tests as their primary grading and assessment tool. Many students fail to see the relevance of these sort of tests and are bored with passive methods of learning. Using Experiential Learning in the Classroom: Practical Ideas for All Educators explains what experiential learning is, why it works, and how it can be used in both high school and post-secondary educational settings. Tools for assessing experiential learning are also provided. A must-have resource for high school teachers and college professors.
A Model for Work-Based Learning
Authors: Alderman Belle , Milne Patricia
Published: February 2025

Work-based learning, in which professional work experience is closely integrated with professional study, now forms an important part of many courses in tertiary institutions. A Model for Work-Based Learning offers a plan designed to enhance the professional experience through facilitated mentoring and reflective learning, and is based on an internship that has proven highly successful over the last ten years at the University of Canberra. This strategy, which features collaborative teaching and learning, is applicable to other professional courses within tertiary environments.

Part 1 describes the research base for all aspects of the model and shows how a program based on the theoretical model can be implemented, bringing together facilitated mentoring and theory. Part 2 contains a range of activities that can be used by educators during all aspects of the work experience, from preparing students and mentors through assisting the student's move into the professional workforce. The conclusion explores the crucial success factors of the work-based learning model. This volume is an invaluable guide to educators and mentors in the workplace.
Sustainability and Historic Preservation
Authors: Longstreth Richard
Published: February 2025

Sustainability and Historic Preservation: Towards a Holistic View broadens the horizons of the mushrooming drive to correlate the objectives of these two spheres. To date, discussions of the relationship between historic preservation and sustainability have generally focused on the energy consumption of buildings. The nine chapters in this book show how that agenda can and should be expanded by examining many other facets of the environment, including agricultural lands, urban waterworks, irrigation systems, natural settings, an arboretum, and post-World War II suburbs. Written by specialists from a variety of disciplines—anthropology, architecture, landscape architecture, and urban history among them—the contents explore new realms in which historic preservation and sustainability can have common purpose. This book addresses subjects of concern to many persons engaged in both fields and argues the case for creating a greater spectrum of common ground between them.
Total Quality Management for Schools
Authors: Bradley Leo H.
Published: February 2025

This popular book and video present the principles and applications of TQM for transformation of schools. The author is recognized as the leading authority on this approach to school reform.
Using Radial Basis Function in Eddy Current Nondestructive Evaluation
Authors:   University of Science and Technology of Oran (USTO-MB), Kermadi Majda ,   University of Science and Technology of Oran (USTO-MB), Taieb brahimi Abdelhalim ,   Central School of Nantes, Moussaoui Saïd
Published: February 2025

In this paper we use radial basis function (RBF) surrogate model in order to find

geometrical parameters of a defect in the context of Eddy current non-destructive evaluation (ECNDE).

We applied an axisymmetric internal groove to an electric conducting tube, the forward model

linking measurements to electromagnetic properties of the tube is solved using the finite element

method FEM. The main purpose of this work is to show the need of using RBF surrogate model in the

EC inverse problems.
Ensartinib (Ensacove) for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Authors:   Editors from The Medical Letter
Published: February 2025

Ensartinib (Ensacove) for Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Remestemcel-L (Ryoncil) for Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Authors:   Editors from The Medical Letter
Published: February 2025

Remestemcel-L (Ryoncil – Mesoblast), an allogeneic bone marrow-derived mesenchymal stromal cell therapy, has been approved by the FDA for treatment of steroid-refractory acute graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) in patients ≥2 months old. Steroid-refractory GVHD is associated with a poor prognosis, organ damage, and death, particularly in pediatric patients. Remestemcel-L is the first cellular therapy to be approved in the US for this indication and the only treatment of any kind to be approved for GVHD in children <12 years old.
PENINGKATAN HASIL BELAJAR PESERTA DIDIK DENGAN MENGUNAKAN METODE PROBLEM BASED LEARNING MATA PELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM-BUDI PEKERTI
Authors: Dewi Mahbubah
Published: February 2025

This study aims to improve student learning outcomes in Islamic Religious Education and Ethics (PAI-BP) by applying the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method. The focus of the material is on worship, including the eclipse prayer, istisqa prayer, and funeral prayer. This research was conducted in class VIII E at SMP Negeri 1 Tanjunganom during the odd semester of the 2024/2025 academic year, involving 32 students. The study employed a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design, consisting of two cycles, each comprising the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The results indicated that the implementation of the PBL method significantly improved student learning outcomes, as evidenced by the increase in the class average score and the percentage of mastery from the pre-cycle to the first and second cycles. PBL also enhanced students' active participation in the learning process. Therefore, the PBL method is effective in improving learning outcomes on worship-related topics in the PAI-BP subject.
Aydın Yörük Çalıştayı ve Medya Desteği Üzerine Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: Duman Şeyda
Published: February 2025

Aydın Yörük Çalıştayı; Arşiv, Kültür, Medya, Giyim, Barınma, Musiki, Yerel Yönetim,
Toylar, Kadın Teşkilatlanması, Folklor, El Sanatları gibi konularda farklı bakış açılarını bir
arada sunma, değerlendirme imkanı vermiştir. Konular kadar araştırmacılar da farklı disiplin,
meslek ve yaş kuşaklarından meydana getirilmiştir. Etkinlik yerel, bölgesel ve ulusal kitle iletişim araçlarının dikkatini çekmiş, hazırlıktan
başlamak üzere sonlanmasına kadar bir çok haber, makale kaleme alınıp kamuoyunun bilgisine
sunulmuştur. İnternet ortamında kolaylıkla erişilebilen bu medya ürünleri muhtemel
çalışmalara hazır kaynak durumu oluşturmuştur.
Bu çalışmanın amacı özgün akademik etkinliğin medyada bulduğu yankıları
değerlendirmektir. Etkinlikte görev alan araştırmacılar olarak, sosyal bilim genelini, iletişim
bilim özelinde esas almaktadır
Columns: Reimagining Research
Authors: DeJaynes Tiffany , Hash Peaches
Published: February 2025

Peaches Hash reflects on how educators might use portraiture, an arts-based methodology, for research and knowledge construction.
The Honor List of 2023 Prize-Winning Young Adult Books: Celebrating Dynamic (Hi)Stories in Pictures and Words
Authors: Vlach Saba Khan
Published: February 2025

The five young adult honor visual texts of 2023 offer us tremendous stories in both pictures and words in the genres of realistic fiction, memoir, and historical nonfiction.
Teaching Miles Morales Suspended in a Time of Book Bans
Authors: Miller Henry “Cody” , Hines Christian , Rodríguez-Astacio René M.
Published: February 2025

Miles Morales Suspended by Jason Reynolds, an author whose work is frequently banned, can be positioned in English classrooms to teach about contemporary attacks on Black literature through book bans.
La experiencia de estar hospitalizado: estar en un lugar extraño y poco familiar
Authors: Peñata Bedoya Ana María , Duque Ortiz Camilo
Published: February 2025

Objetivo: Entender la manera como las personas internadas en unidades de hospitalización general experimentan sus emociones. Método: Investigación fenomenológica interpretativa. Se hicieron entrevistas semiestructuradas a 14 personas hospitalizadas en una clínica privada de la ciudad de Medellín, Colombia, entre diciembre del 2022 y diciembre del 2023. El análisis se realizó por medio del Análisis Fenomenológico Interpretativo. Resultados: Las personas hospitalizadas manifiestan unas emociones que se representan por medio de cuatro temas: “Ser una experiencia difícil en un lugar extraño y poco familiar”, “Proceso llevadero, entre días cortos y días largos”, “Expectativas y estrategias ante un cambio inesperado de planes, la hospitalización” y “La buena atención como fuente de una experiencia positiva”. Conclusión: La hospitalización tiende a ser percibida como difícil, aunque, una buena atención, caracterizada por un trato amable, cortés, amoroso y empático, contribuye a que el paciente se sienta tranquilo, alegre, cómodo y satisfecho con la hospitalización.
Thiết kế, chế tạo thiết bị đo dao động kết cấu công trình sử dụng cảm biến gia tốc MEMS
Authors: Phùng Bá Thắng  , Dương Quang Khánh  , Vũ Quang Dũng  , Nguyễn Xuân Đức Anh  , Hoàng Mạnh Quân  , Lê Hoàng Giang
Published: February 2025

Bài báo này trình bày nội dung thiết kế, chế tạo mạch chuyên dụng sử dụng cảm biến gia tốc MEMS (Micro-ElectroMechanical System) để thu nhận dữ liệu, phục vụ đánh giá tình trạng kỹ thuật và theo dõi quan trắc kết cấu. Thiết bị này kết nối hai cảm biến gia tốc kế ba trục ADXL345 và ADXL355 để đo gia tốc của kết cấu, cụ thể là một mô hình dầm thép tại phòng thí ngiệm của Trường Đại học Công nghệ Giao thông vận tải. Kết quả được so sánh với thiết bị đánh giá dao động tham chiếu là  SDA-810C  và mô phỏng số sử dụng phương pháp Phân tích phần tử hữu hạn. Các trường hợp phân tích và so sánh cho thấy hệ thống đảm bảo độ chính xác và độ nhạy khi so sánh với cảm biến thương mại. Thiết bị bao gồm phần cứng, phần mềm khá hoàn chỉnh cho kết quả đáp ứng yêu cầu, tiết kiệm chi phí sản xuất và thuận lợi trong quá trình sử dụng.
Walk the talk : Africa-Asia focus : report of the international online conferences January-March 2021
Authors: Kong Haicun
Published: February 2025

Covid-19 Pandemic creates worldwide turbulences in health, economy, politics, education, religious answers and much more. Allocation of resources: capital, natural, human and religious resources with the best impact on development becomes even more important. Churches, church-related partners and inves- tors have great potential to contribute to faithdriven and impactful investing. The focus of the two online conferences 2021 was on ‘Walk the Talk’ by sharing experiences of successful and challenging investment projects, strengthening impactful cooperation between faith partners and investors, and presenting tools to make projects investable in Africa and Asia. This report summarizes rich presentations and discussions on subjects such as health, agro food, renewable energy, finance fintech (financial technology), covered by experts around the world.
Textualidade diferida em Libras e os desafios para a apropriação da escrita por alunos surdos dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental
Authors: De Oliveira Martins Vanessa Regina , Corcini Lopes Maura , Peluso Leonardo , Silveira Soler Priscila
Published: February 2025

A aquisição, simultaneamente, da língua de sinais e da escrita de uma língua oral, é um processo tenso, muitas vezes resultando em insucesso em sua apropriação por surdos. Nessa direção, este artigo problematiza as concepções educativas do processo de apropriação da escrita da língua portuguesa por alunos surdos nos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental, destacando a importância da textualidade diferida em Libras como pré-requisito. Argumenta-se que a experiência da oralidade da língua matriz, gestuovisual, e sua transposição como registro são essenciais para a compreensão da escrita em uma língua oral. Destacamos que as práticas escolares nos anos iniciais frequentemente negligenciam tais dimensões, específicas do ser surdo, mantendo estruturas de avaliação baseadas em padrões normativos voltados para falantes de línguas maternas orais. Isso é evidenciado na maneira como se percebe a alfabetização em língua portuguesa para crianças surdas, quando, na verdade, para uma língua adicional, deveriam ser considerados outros processos educativos.
Critical Focus | Stop Covid Beyond the Mask
Authors: Ford Brian J.
Published: February 2025

Excerpt: Don’t be fearful of that virus. If you catch it, you may not experience any symptoms at all. Fewer than 20% of people who catch it suffer from breathlessness. If you do, you probably won’t go to hospital, and if you have to be admitted, chances are you’ll be discharged within a week. Should you have to stay longer, you’ll probably recover without needing a respirator, and if you are put on one, then the chances are that you’ll be fine. We need to be cautious, of course, but not terrified. Covid-19? That’s nothing compared to the real pandemic for which we need to prepare, and about which nobody seems to care.
Microscopical Analyses of Asbestos-Containing Fibrous Adhesive
Authors: Millette James R. , Compton Steven , DePasquale Christopher
Published: February 2025

An asbestos-containing, sodium silicate-based fibrous adhesive was applied to insulating materials from the 1940s to the 1970s. Batch formulation sheets for Benjamin Foster 81-27 fibrous adhesive were used to determine that the concentration of chrysotile asbestos in the dried product ranged from 8% to 32%. The application of the thick viscous adhesive is not considered to be a source of airborne asbestos fibers, but the cleanup of the dried material that might fall near workers and on their clothing, bodies, and tools is of concern. Also of concern is the fiber release that occurs during breakup of the fibrous adhesive films during repair work on piping systems. Testing done with reconstituted Foster 81-27 adhesive showed that scraping and sanding of dried 81-27 produced levels in a glove box that ranged up to 0.19 asbestos fibers per cubic centimeter (f/cc) as determined by NIOSH 7400 values modified by NIOSH 7402 asbestos ratios. Brushing the dried 81-27 on denim produced levels up to 0.16 asbestos f/cc and removing the dried 81-27 material brushed onto a polyester cloth with a hammer and chisel, as had been described by workers, produced a level more than 10 f/cc. In another test, breathing-zone air samples were taken from an industrial hygienist, who had removed the 81-27 brushed onto cheesecloth with a hammer and chisel inside a room-size chamber. These samples were overloaded. It was conservatively estimated that the asbestos levels in this test were well over 2 f/cc.
Editorial | A Challenging Year for McCrone, Microscopy, and All
Authors: Laughlin Gary J.
Published: February 2025

Excerpt: As many of you are aware by now, the devastating impact of the coronavirus (Covid-19) disrupted nearly all of McCrone Research Institute’s operations and programs in 2020. In response to this once-in-acentury crisis, the Institute, with the support of its constituents and readers like you, is charting a new course for success by creating a viable operating model and exploring ways in which it can continue to deliver world-class microscopy education, research, and publishing, as it has done consistently since 1960.
The Cultural Genealogy of ‘Bharat Mata’ and Mothers in Gandhian Discourse: A Reading of Raja Rao’s Kanthapura and Doodhnath Singh’s “Mai ka Shokgeet”
Authors: Anupama Jaidev Karir
Published: February 2025

This paper proposes to interrogate the cultural genealogy of Bharat Mata and the posited connection of the anthropomorphic image with the accent on women’s participation in the Gandhian movement in terms of the fictional, textual space of Raja Rao’s Kanthapura and Doodhnath Singh’s long short story, “Mai Ka Shokgeet.” Both the texts offer a serious, sustained engagement with the idea of women’s assimilation and participation in the Gandhian nationalist movement, and indeed stage this engagement in terms of how it is practiced in everyday lives of ordinary women.
The Gandhian movement is credited with being the most participatory and inclusive mass movement. Records suggest that the kind of participation of women it ensured in the public domain remains unparalleled. Part of the reason for this overwhelming participation may perhaps have to do with not only how Gandhian discourse effectively played upon the iconic symbol of Bharat Mata /Mother India: this had been successfully done in various preceding as well as parallel nationalist/ revivalist movements. None of the other movements, however, correlated Bharat Mata with the lives of ordinary mothers as effectively. In the Gandhian framework, not only were women expected to participate in the struggle to free Bharat Mata; their collective participation was held out as the promise as well as proof of their own emancipation.
This paper, shall examine how, in these texts Bharat Mata gets established in a reinvented myth as a besieged deity; and why, therefore, her devoted son Gandhi must be assisted in every way possible. The paper shall attempt to understand how this myth circulates, negotiates resistance and gains currency. How at the outset, it is presented as an intervention in known lores, which requires interpretation of a knowledgeable insider in order to be accessed by an entire community or group. The interpretation, of course, is inevitably geared at inspiring women listeners to enlist in Gandhi’s ‘army’. Interestingly, these women, in the very act of accepting this conscription–which is a radically changing experience for them–often turn the Gandhian agenda into something radically different as well. Eventually, the pursuit of the Gandhian promise of emancipation is transformative, though not necessarily as desired. These leading faith keepers of Mother India (who incidentally are almost never mothers), manage to come good even when the Gandhian dream does not.
The Mingling of Philosophy and Prayer in Puran Singh’s The Spirit of Oriental Poetry
Authors: Dr. Sushminderjeet Kaur
Published: February 2025

This article explores the philosophical dimensions of Puran Singh’s The Spirit of Oriental Poetry, examining his integration of mysticism, spirituality, and poetic expression. Singh perceives poetry as a divine revelation, distinguishing Eastern poetry’s transcendental essence from the materialistic tendencies of Western literature. Through his discussions on poets like Whitman, Blake, Rumi, Guru Nanak, and Kabir, Singh underscores poetry’s role in spiritual awakening. His critique of Western rationalism highlights the erosion of poetic intuition, advocating for a return to poetry as a means of divine communion. By positioning poetry as a bridge between the human and the divine, Singh reaffirms its metaphysical significance. This study contextualizes Singh’s work within comparative literature and mystical philosophy.
Change of Trilingual National Schools to Cooperative Education Unit Schools (SPK) Impact of Permendikbud No. 31 of 2014
Authors: Kusmayanti Shanti
Published: February 2025

The term 3 Language National School has been known in Indonesia since the reform era. It is called the Three Language National School because this school includes Mandarin as a subject in addition to Indonesian and English. The government considers Mandarin to be a form of foreign cooperation. As a result, three Language Schools in Indonesia are included in the Cooperative Education Unit School or SPK. The term SPK, mentioned before Permendikbud No. 31/2014 regarding Cooperative Education Unit Schools, was previously referred to as International Schools. The purpose of this study is to analyze Permendikbud No. 31/2014, which changed the 3 Language National School to the Cooperative Education Unit School (SPK). The method used in this study is normative legal research using three approaches, namely the statutory approach, the case approach, and the conceptual approach. The essay will be conducted with analysis using a critical legal perspective and John Rawls' theory of justice. The study results reveal many problems stemming from the implementation of Permendikbud No. 31/2014. This has led to the decline of 3 Language Schools and has forced the 3 Language National Schools, which have a history and vision of being national schools, to also face challenges. Some of these schools are even at risk of dissolution.
A Comparison of Learning Using Animated Video and Padlet Viewed From the Ability of Writing Skills Elementary School Students
Authors: Artanti Yuli , Syafruddin Syafruddin , Ramdhani Sendi
Published: February 2025

This study aims to compare the effectiveness of animated video and Padlet as learning media in improving elementary school students' writing skills. The research employs a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative and qualitative analyses. The study was conducted with 33 fifth-grade students at SDN Jatiwarna 2, Bekasi, using a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test evaluations. The results indicate that both media positively impact students' writing abilities; however, Padlet is more effective in enhancing students' engagement, creativity, and collaboration. Students who utilized Padlet demonstrated better writing structures, improved idea development, and higher motivation due to interactive peer feedback. Meanwhile, animated video effectively increased students' understanding of writing steps but lacked interactive elements. Statistical analysis confirmed a significant difference in learning outcomes between the two media, with Padlet achieving higher effectiveness. These findings suggest that integrating Padlet into writing instruction can foster a more interactive and engaging learning environment, ultimately improving students' writing proficiency.
Förhistorisk tid i skolan: Historiekulturella, arkeologiska och didaktiska perspektiv på läroböcker, undervisningsfilm och platsbesök cirka 1900—2020
Authors:   , Almqvist Nielsen Lena
Published: February 2025

In Swedish schools, the youngest students are taught about the oldest history in a Nordic context, a tradition dating back to before the beginning of the 20th century. This study examines textbooks and educational films from the early 1900s to the 2020s, alongside interviews with students in connection with a visit to a cultural heritage site in the 2020s. The aim is to highlight the knowledge and perspectives on prehistoric times made available to students in textbooks, educational films, and at a visit to a reconstructed Bronze Age farm and rock carving site. Additionally, the study aims to draw attention to the continuity as well as the changes in our understanding of prehistoric times as reflected in educational resources over time.

The empirical material is compared with contemporary archaeological research, and the results are related to different dimensions of historical culture. Special interest is directed toward how relationships and the division of labour between women, men, and children have been depicted in textbooks and educational films. The visit to the cultural heritage site is related to historical empathy.

The results show that the content of textbooks and educational films often aligns with contemporary archaeological research traditions. Women and men are, however, described primarily in traditional gender roles, and there is a need for a shorter transformation distance between researchers and producers of educational materials. In the films, the portrayal of girls undergoes the most significant change over time. The visit to the cultural heritage site highlighted the importance of students experiencing prehistory with all their senses and meeting museum educators who can convey relevant knowledge about prehistoric times. Furthermore, the results also show the importance of having time for reflection after the visit, as this facilitates students' deepened reflections.
O outro fim para o Dasein: o conceito de nascimento na ontologia existencial
Authors: Reis Robson Ramos dos
Published: February 2025

O artigo examina a afirmação, feita por Heidegger em Ser e tempo, segundo a qual o nascimento de um existente humano é um outro fim para o Dasein. A afirmação é analisada a partir do conceito de possibilidade existencial. Assim como a morte é interpretada existencialmente, também o nascimento ganha uma análise em termos de possibilidade. Na medida em que a possibilidade existencial é definida pela instauração de ser, e a finitude do ser-para-a-morte qualifica a morte existencial como um fim (porque determina um modo possível de estar lançado em possibilidades), o mesmo pode ser dito do nascimento. Ou seja, o nascimento é um fim, no sentido de que determina a qualificação finita do estar em possibilidades. Natalidade e mortalidade não são apenas características de um ente vivo, mas qualificações superiores da possibilidade existencial.
Palavras-chave: Heidegger, Nascimento, Possibilidade existencial.
Unveiling the Hidden Dimensions of Sustainability Accounting Behind Green Economic Transformation
Authors: Taufiq Ahmad , Adriana Nana , Kawuri Sri
Published: February 2025

Sustainability accounting has emerged as a critical tool in driving the global transition towards a green economy. By integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics into financial reporting, sustainability accounting seeks to uncover hidden dimensions that influence the alignment of economic activities with sustainable development goals. This study aims to explore the role of sustainability accounting in enabling green economic transformation, focusing on its application in assessing corporate environmental impact, resource efficiency, and stakeholder engagement. Employing a qualitative methodology, the research combines a literature review with case studies of industries at the forefront of sustainable practices. The findings reveal that sustainability accounting not only enhances transparency and accountability but also serves as a strategic decision-making framework for organizations transitioning to low-carbon operations. Furthermore, the research identifies critical challenges, such as the standardization of sustainability metrics, integration of ESG factors into financial systems, and the need for capacity-building among practitioners. Despite these barriers, the study underscores the potential of sustainability accounting to drive systemic change by fostering innovation, encouraging green investments, and promoting equitable resource allocation. This study contributes to the evolving discourse on sustainability by providing a comprehensive analysis of how accounting practices can address the complexities of environmental and social challenges. The findings highlight the necessity for collaboration between policymakers, businesses, and academia to develop robust sustainability accounting frameworks that support long-term economic and ecological resilience.
The Role of Digital Accounting in Transforming Corporate Finance in the Modern Era
Authors: Kuntoro Agus
Published: February 2025

This study examines the transformative role of digital accounting in corporate finance in the modern era, focusing on the integration of technology and its impact on financial processes. Utilizing a qualitative approach through a literature review, the research explores how digital accounting tools, such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and blockchain, have reshaped corporate finance by enhancing efficiency, transparency, and decision-making. The findings reveal that digital accounting significantly reduces manual errors, accelerates financial reporting, and improves data accuracy. Moreover, technologies like AI-powered analytics allow for real-time insights, enabling businesses to make informed strategic decisions. Blockchain, on the other hand, enhances security and transparency in financial transactions, thus fostering trust in corporate governance. However, the study also highlights challenges such as cybersecurity risks and the need for continuous upskilling of the workforce to adapt to rapidly evolving digital tools. Overall, this research emphasizes the critical role of digital accounting in driving financial innovation and competitiveness in the modern business landscape. It calls for corporations to invest in digital transformation strategies to harness the full potential of these technologies in corporate finance.
Survey on Classification, Anomaly Detection, and Capacity Prediction of WAN Links Using Machine Learning and Deep Learning
Authors: Kumar V Ramesh , Delhibabu Radhakrishnan
Published: February 2025

The increasing adoption of distributed applications and cloud-native architectures has transformed the landscape of Wide Area Networks (WANs), introducing challenges such as encrypted traffic, evolving patterns, and dynamic network states. Accurate classification, anomaly detection, and capacity prediction of WAN traffic are critical for enhancing network performance, reducing downtime, and optimising resource utilisation. This survey provides a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art methodologies in these domains, focusing on hybrid approaches that integrate deep learning, statistical methods, and data-driven models. The paper reviews existing datasets, algorithms, and evaluation metrics, highlighting the limitations of current techniques, particularly in handling encrypted traffic and achieving generalisation across diverse environments. Emerging trends, such as edge computing and explainable AI, are discussed to showcase their potential to overcome these challenges. The survey also outlines critical research gaps, including dataset diversity, real-time applicability, and efficient computation, and proposes future directions to advance the field. This work is a foundation for researchers and practitioners seeking to address the dynamic nature of WANs and improve traffic management through innovative machine learning and deep learning techniques.
THE EFFECT OF THERAPEUTIC COMMUNICATION ON THE LEVEL OF ANXIETY IN PREOPERATIVE PATIENTS
Authors: Aprillya sekararum Dewi , Nur Alpiah Dini
Published: February 2025

Surgery is a treatment procedure that uses invasive techniques by opening the part of the body to be treated with an incision which ends with stitching the wound. Of course, patients who will undergo surgery will feel anxious. Therefore, therapeutic communication will be used to reduce patient anxiety. Therapeutic communication is health communication that can provide accurate information and increase the confidence of patients who will undergo surgery. Therefore, every hospital nurse must have good therapeutic communication skills. Adding therapeutic communication skills to nurses can be done through workshops and other training. The design of this research is a literature review or also known as a systematic method for carrying out identification and evaluation of works from the results of research conducted by previous researchers. Using 5 journals covering the last 10 years.The results of this study found that 5 journals said that good therapeutic communication was related to reducing anxiety in preoperative patients with a p-value <0.005.
Capítulo 3: El Multiplicador Keynesiano: su efecto en el incremento del gasto de consumo y las finanzas personales
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo - Escuela Superior de Ciudad Sahagún, Lechuga Canto Claudia Beatriz , Cruz Ramírez Dorie ,   Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo - Escuela Superior de Ciudad Sahagún, Pérez Castañeda Suly Sendy ,   Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo - Escuela Superior de Ciudad Sahagún, Sauza Ávila Beatriz ,   Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Hidalgo - Escuela Superior de Ciudad Sahagún
Published: February 2025

El objetivo de esta investigación es analizar la aplicación que tiene el multiplicador del gasto conocido como el multiplicador keynesiano en el gasto que realiza el gobierno y sus implicaciones en el consumo personal sobre el ingreso disponible, partiendo de su fundamentación teórica que se ubica en el modelo keynesiano a corto plazo, el cual se aplica en el mundo de la economía real, y para ello se realiza la revisión de literatura encontrando diversos estudios e investigaciones que abordan este tema, su aplicación a un estudio de caso, evaluando su comportamiento, analizando su forma de cálculo, evaluando la importancia de su aplicación en diversos agentes o decisores económicos como las familias y el efecto en sus finanzas.
Capítulo 15: Las políticas públicas en México y la importancia de profesionalizar los puestos
Authors:   Universidad Autónoma de Tlaxcala, Piedra Mayorga Víctor Manuel
Published: February 2025

La profesionalización de la función pública en México es un proceso que busca mejorar la calidad y eficiencia de los servicios públicos mediante la capacitación, evaluación y desarrollo de los servidores públicos, con ello se asegura que el personal gubernamental tenga las habilidades, conocimientos y competencias necesarias para desempeñar sus funciones de manera efectiva y transparente (Gob., 2020). La función de un funcionario público es servir a la sociedad mediante la ejecución de tareas y responsabilidades en el marco de las leyes y regulaciones establecidas por el gobierno, garantizando con ello un funcionamiento eficiente y eficaz del Estado en la provisión de servicios públicos esenciales, para que estos programas se cumplan es necesario implementar servicios civiles meritocráticos que involucren el conocimiento de aspectos técnicos, políticos, sociales y culturales, para la correcta aplicación de recursos, pero desafortunadamente este servicio civil basado en el mérito enfrenta barreras y consideraciones que van más allá de la ingeniería administrativa (CEPAL, 2000).
Capítulo 5: El Ecoturismo como actividad práctica en la transversalidad de la investigación educativa
Authors:   Universidad Técnica de Babahoyo, Rivera García Christian Geovanny
Published: February 2025

La formación de investigadores en el ámbito del ecoturismo es crucial para promover un enfoque científico y riguroso en las prácticas de turismo ecológico, la metodología considera oportuno jerarquizar cuatro criterios; el segmento A gestión sostenible de los recursos, B beneficios para la comunidad, C delimita medidas de conservación y comportamiento para visitantes, D consiste en la prevención y mitigación de impactos ambientales, se utilizó las líneas de investigación y la formación de habilidades investigativas universitarias. El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar el proceso de la transversalidad de la investigación educativa para mejorar las actividades ecoturísticas, desde los polos de aprovechamiento racional de los recursos naturales y culturales, la conceptualización de investigación educativa, la caracterización de un área de protección biótica. La transversalidad en la investigación educativa es fundamental para abordar los desafíos complejos que enfrenta el campo de la educación, permite una comprensión más completa de los procesos educativos, fomenta la colaboración interdisciplinaria y contribuye al desarrollo de políticas educativas más efectivas, para mejorar, significativamente, el currículo, los contenidos académicos de asignaturas con mayor carga de horas prácticas como el Ecoturismo que desarrolla participación integral en los estudiantes.
Surface and edge states of quantum materials
Authors: Hasegawa Shuji
Published: February 2025

Electronic states at surfaces, interfaces, and edges of materials emerge due to different reasons and have their own characters, which are expected to be useful for intriguing physics and possible applications to electronic/spintronics devices. Especially emerging quantum materials, such as graphene and similar monatomic-layer materials, van der Waals two-dimensional crystals, and topological insulators, show prominent features in the surface/edge states. Such states at the boundaries are different from those inside the three- or two-dimensional crystals, because of the truncation of crystal lattice periodicity, space-inversion-symmetry breaking, and difference in topology in band structures across the boundaries. Such quantum materials are expected to be key ingredients for energy-saving/-harvesting technology as well as quantum computation/information technology. This is based on exotic phenomena at the states, such as spin–momentum locking of electrons, dissipation-less charge/spin currents, nonreciprocal current, and possible Majorana fermions. In this presentation, the fundamental concepts of such surface/edge states are introduced from the viewpoint of surface physics. Especially charge and spin-related transport properties are discussed based on controls of the atomic and electronic structures of materials by using state-of-the-art techniques.
The Correlation Between People’s Age and Their Attitudes Towards People with Depression
Authors: Zhang Huixuan , Wang Jiagen
Published: February 2025

This article will mainly focus on discovering the correlation between people’s age and their attitudes and understanding towards depression. This used a survey to capture participants’ background information and attitudes toward depression on a Likert Scale. With the sample size of 280, we concluded that as people age, their attitudes and understanding of depression demonstrate a positive correlation. It was also discovered that people will be more inclined to assist those who are depressed as long as depression-related subjects are discussed more frequently. Thus, there is a need to increase the amount of information about depression that is shared online.
The Impact of Internet Age Network Information Dissemination on Adolescents
Authors: Zhang Liujun
Published: February 2025

This study explores the impact of the popularity of social network dissemination on adolescents in the context of the Internet age. It is found that network information not only helps adolescents expand their social networks but also relieves their loneliness and helps them maintain proper confidence. However, this study also finds that the complexity of network information makes it difficult for adolescents to discern the authenticity of information given their psychological immaturity and age characteristics. In the meantime, network information may cause negative psychological impacts on adolescents, such as comparative psychology and cyberbullying. Therefore, this paper suggests that joint efforts of families and schools should be leveraged to manage and monitor the time spent by adolescents on network platforms and guide them to properly utilize information networks. Last but not least, Efforts should also be put into cultivating adolescents’ critical thinking to enable them to think independently and use social media rationally.
The Impact of Social Media on Social Development
Authors: Wang Xinnan
Published: February 2025

The rapid growth of social media platforms has transformed communication and created opportunities and challenges. Social media has credit for spreading important safety information, but it also carries risks such as misinformation, privacy violations, and social division. This article analyses the dual impact of social media, highlighting its role in public engagement and the dangers it poses to user safety and trust. This paper argues that social media can help people build a wider range of awareness, and at the same time, it is conducive to the positive communication of information. In addition, social media also helps to build and expand social networks to help people communicate and interact better. But at the same time, social media clocks also have problems such as false information, cyberbullying, and information security, which affect people’s safety and lives. This paper concludes that strengthening media literacy, implementing strong data protection laws, and raising the awareness of the public are the few crucial strategies needed.
Combination of Social Media and Blockchain
Authors: Liu Shimiao
Published: February 2025

Social media has become an indispensable part of modern life, promoting information dissemination, interpersonal communication, brand promotion, and profoundly influencing people’s social habits and ways of obtaining information. In the rapidly developing technology field, social network platforms have gradually evolved into an important part of the social structure. On the other hand, with the rise and expansion of-blockchain technology from decentralized and distributed ledger technology to many fields, its inherent advantages have also begun to be valued. This study deeply analyzes the current situation and problems encountered in the integration process of social network and block chain and puts forward corresponding solutions. Through detailed case investigation, this paper shows the specific obstacles of the integration link and discusses the potential solutions. The research aims to promote the perfect integration of social media and blockchain technology and aims to provide valuable references for these two rapidly growing areas to support their future development.
Do Chinese women believe contemporary girl-power K-pop groups influence their physical and psychological attitudes about their bodies and beauty aesthetics?
Authors: Jie Ao , Chen Duoyi , Huang Wenxin , Xu Taiyu
Published: February 2025

This study investigates the influence of contemporary K-pop girl groups on Chinese women’s perceptions of body image, beauty aesthetics, and empowerment. Through a combination of qualitative research methods and surveys, the research reveals that while K-pop girl groups have inspired discussions on female empowerment, their influence is often superficial and commercialized. The commercialization of female empowerment in K-pop reinforces unattainable beauty standards, leading to increased appearance anxiety and mental health challenges among young Chinese women. The study also highlights the role of social media in amplifying these effects, further complicating the relationship between K-pop’s portrayal of empowerment and the lived experiences of its audience. The findings underscore the need for more critical engagement with media messages and suggest that the empowerment promoted by K-pop girl groups may not fully challenge traditional gender norms or address broader structural inequalities.
Stock Prediction Analysis Based on Logistic Regression and Random Forest
Authors: Liu Yuang
Published: February 2025

An important factor in a nation’s economic growth is the stock market. Accurate stock price prediction is vital for investors, financial analysts, and investment institutions. However, the volatility of stock prices makes prediction challenging. Adopting advanced analytical methods can improve prediction accuracy. This paper investigates the application of machine learning (ML) algorithms, such as logistic regression (LR) and random forest (RF) in predicting stock price trends, exploring their value in stock forecasting. Ten daily features, such as opening price, closing price, and trading volume, were utilized to train models. By exploring the impact of the number of historical days on prediction accuracy, the study found that the LR model achieved its highest accuracy (53.8%) when utilizing data from the previous 4 days. Further comparison among models revealed that the RF model outperformed both LR and BP models, achieving the highest prediction accuracy (58.3%) and AUC (0.576). These findings suggest that RF holds promise as a reliable tool for stock price trend forecasting, providing valuable insights for investors seeking more accurate market prediction tools.
Legal protection of network privacy rights in China
Authors: Shi Jiayi
Published: February 2025

Along with the rapid development of information technology, people’s private information rapidly spread to the cyberspace. In the cyberspace, the disclosure of privacy is closely related to personal reputation and property interests, so that the protection of network privacy has become a popular and the most difficult matters today. Faced with the present situation of China’s legal system, the protection of network privacy is obviously insufficient compared with the developed countries. There are defects in the protection of network privacy which need to be further improved. The government must accelerate the development of the legal system to strengthen the protection of citizens’ online data and information. Only in this way, the citizens’ network privacy will not be infringed upon, and the internet will be fully utilized. In this paper, the related concepts of network privacy are introduced first. Then, the behavior mode and characteristics of violating the network privacy right is deeply analyzed. Finally, the problems and causes of the legal protection of network privacy in China is fully discussed and several suggestions are given in the end. The research conclusion of this paper can provide a reference for relevant legislation and personal network privacy protection.