bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Indian Retail Industry
Authors: Naik M Dhadurya , Dokku Srinivasa Rao , Nagamalleswara Veerla , Srinivas Koniki , Challa Venkata Naga Siva Kumar , Narayana M Srinivasa
Published: July 2023

Emerging technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), information science, vast volumes of data, distributed computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and block chain are transforming the way we live, work, and have fun. By making more progress in these directions, hyper-automation and hyper systems may evolve more quickly. In addition to that, there is a significant transformation taking place in the retail industry. The study is focus on the impact of AI in retail industry. At Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, India, 145 samples from various retail businesses were taken into consideration for the study. Both primary and secondary data are used in the investigation. The study was evaluated using factor analysis. The majority of respondents are aware of the use of AI in India's retail sector, according to data studies. It has also been noted that the majority of retail establishments employ AI. Particularly AI is useful in order processing, shipping, and inventory management in the retail industry in India.
Evolution of the image of Rostov-on-Don: Material prerequisites for development urban tourism
Authors: Semiglazova Vladislava
Published: July 2023

Taking into account the new emerging reality of Russian regions, generated by factors of a non-economic nature, there is a need to turn to a direct dialogue between business, government, and science regarding the formation of territorial brands as an effective tool for market positioning of the region. In this study, an attempt was made to identify a collective image (brand) of the South Russian capital — the city of Rostov-on-Don, which has a high historical and socio-cultural potential for the development of urban tourism. The study is based on the methodology of Kevin Lynch, who identified five elements of the image of the city, which can be used to describe the urban environment: path, boundaries, districts, nodes and landmarks. Previously, a retrospective analysis of the socio-economic transformations that influenced the formation of the urban environment of Rostov-on-Don was carried out, which made it possible to identify a number of features of the modern architectural and planning appearance of the city. After highlighting the key elements of the image of Rostov-on-Don according to the method of Kevin Lynch, the paper proposes two walking routes that take into account the historical codes of the city. Each of the routes corresponds to one of the two main historical codes reflected in the modern architectural appearance of the city: 1) objects of classicism and modernity, eclecticism and modernity, which arose during the period of rapid development of commerce in Rostov-on-Don; 2) the epoch-making architecture of Stalinist industrialization, namely, the objects of constructivism.
Conceptual model for establishing a gastronomic brand of tourist destinations
Authors: Aleksandrova Marianna
Published: July 2023

With a growing demand for authentic experiences from consumers, travel markets are constantly looking for innovative approaches to actively promote the benefits of their products and services. Gastronomy is a way of getting to know the social, cultural, religious, historical and economic characteristics of a given geographical area. The purpose of the proposed development is to design a universal conceptual model that will contribute to the creation of a unique gastronomic brand for each tourist area and enhance their image in a gastronomic context. Research objectives include: defining the concept of gastronomy; study of the role and importance of gastronomy in international tourism; development of a conceptual model for the development of a territorial gastronomic brand; identification of key directions for the development of gastronomic tourism. The conducted research showed that gastronomy is that component of the tourism product that corresponds to modern trends in the consumption model of tourists who are looking for authenticity, creativity and experience. Quality gastronomy is a decisive criterion for the satisfaction of visitors, as it creates a lasting emotional experience associated with their stay in a particular tourist area. Approbation of the proposed conceptual model for building a gastronomic brand of the territory can provide a competitive advantage to tourist destinations and increase interest in them.
Clustering the states of the world by political indicators
Authors: Zakharova Evgenia
Published: July 2023

The article presents the experience of clustering the states of the world, based on political indicators. Ten indicators were selected for analysis, divided into foreign and domestic political ones and including: the institutional foundations of democracy, turnout in elections, the representation of women in national parliaments, the number of NGOs, the share of state votes in the IMF, the number of diplomatic missions; the strength of the passport, the index of perception of corruption, the conflict potential of the state and military spending. With the help of geographic and geopolitical matrices of the neighborhood, a spatial econometric analysis was carried out, and using the method of geographic average and the Geary index, clustering of the states of the world was carried out. Based on the results of the analysis, we can say that the geopolitical neighborhood matrix allows more accurate clustering of the states of the world according to political indicators by taking into account the context. As for the clustering method in general, with its help it was possible not only to visualize the various parameters displayed on the cartogram of the world, but also to fix the prerequisites for integration processes, cleavages between groups of states, development trends of a particular cluster of states, etc.
Mapping spatial anomalies of ethnolinguistic dynamics in the results of the 2019 Belarus census
Authors: Sokolov Aleksandr
Published: July 2023

Using the cartographic method, the article analyzes the spatial features of the distribution of ethnolinguistic characteristics of the population of Belarus, published by the National Statistical Committee based on the results of the 2019 population census, as well as the dynamics of these characteristics for the intercensal period 2009–2019. It is shown that a significant number of indicators have pronounced distribution anomalies, which were not observed according to the results of previous censuses – a fairly strict localization of a number of phenomena within the administrative boundaries of the regions, multidirectional dynamics of the same indicator in different regions, slight changes across the republic in the indicators of the shares of Russian and Belarusian languages as native and home for the entire population, as well as for Belarusians, Russians and Ukrainians, with very significant and multidirectional changes in these shares within the administrative regions. The anomalous results were mainly related to the increase in the share of the Belarusian language as a native and home language and the decrease in the corresponding shares of the Russian language. Such results allow us to conclude that the census results were deliberately distorted in order to prevent a significant reduction in the spread of the Belarusian language, the trend of which is clearly visible in the results of the 2009 census, and to preserve Belarusian language as a symbol of national ethno-consolidation.
The Use of Ginseng to Treat Disturbances of Sexual Hormones in the Ovaries Caused by Chemical Doses of Doxorubicin (Drug)
Authors: Taweelh Anas
Published: July 2023

Natural pharmaceutical compounds are relied upon for the treatment of many diseases due to their capacity to possess natural ingredients with medicinal properties that can treat side effects resulting from the toxicity of chemical compounds, such as drugs that treat cancer. We prefer to use ginseng, which is well known for the treatment of stubborn infertility cases and hormonal disorders associated with menopause, hence the importance of this study and the possibility of benefiting from the use of ginseng to treat negative side effects resulting from the use of the drug Doxorubicin. Doxorubicin is a widely-used anti-cancer drug, but it causes a number of negative side effects when treating tumours, including its effect on Graafian follicles and corpus luteum bodies, which play a major role in ovarian activity. We conclude that ginseng is able to maintain near-normal levels of sex hormones despite the presence of the toxic effect of Doxorubicin on ovarian activity. This is due to ginseng’s beneficial effect on the abnormal stimulation of gonadal cells or the increase in hormonal secretion (FSH & LH). Ginseng is also able to stimulate the genes responsible for producing ovarian hormones by mimicking their receptors instead of their original complex. This might result in an improvement in the number of ovulation phases.
KEYWORDS
Corpus luteum, cytotoxic, graafian follicle, pituitary gland, progesterone, sex hormones
Activation levels of plausible alternatives in conversational negation
Authors: Capuano Francesca , Sorg Theresa , Kaup Barbara
Published: July 2023

Negation is often used to contradict or correct (e.g. There is no dog here.). While rejecting some state of affairs that is presumed to hold for the recipient (e.g. There is a dog here.), the speaker might implicitly suggest a set of plausible alternatives (e.g. There is a wolf instead.). Prior work indicates that alternatives are highly relevant to the comprehension of sentences involving focus: in priming studies, listeners infer plausible alternatives to focused items even when they are not contextually available. So far it is unclear whether negation similarly activates an automatic search for plausible alternatives. The current study was designed to investigate this question, by looking at the activation levels of nouns after negative and affirmative sentences. In a series of priming experiments, subjects were presented with negative and affirmative sentences (e.g. There is an/no apple.), followed by a lexical decision task with targets including plausible alternatives (e.g. pear), as well as semantically related but implausible alternatives (e.g. seed). An interaction of Sentence Polarity and Prime-Target Relation was expected, with negation facilitating responses to plausible alternatives. Results of the first experiment were numerically in line with the hypothesis but the interaction just missed significance level. A post hoc analysis revealed the expected significant interaction. Possible roles of sentential context and goodness of alternatives are discussed. A further experiment confirms that the goodness of alternatives is in fact critical in modulating the effect.
Effect of Different Processing Techniques of Kenaf Grain Meal in The Diets of Rabbits
Authors: Popoola Y. A. , Olorungbohunmi T.O. , Omodewu I. A. , Oladele-Bukola M.O. , Ajayi S. R. , Omole A.J.
Published: July 2023

Kenaf grain is rich in protein and energy but there is need for further processing for maximum utilization by livestock. Feed processing has been found to improve feed intake, weight gain and nutrient digestibility. A total of forty-eight crosses of Chinchilla and white California weaned rabbits of mixed sexes of mean weight 543.45±3.6g were used for the feeding trial that lasted for 90 days. Kenaf grain was processed by three different methods before incorporation with other feed ingredients. Four diets were formulated in which kenaf grain was not processed which served as Control (P1), Diet 2 (P2), Roasting of KG, Diet 3 (P3), Soaking of KG in water for 24 hours before air-drying, Diet 4 (P4), Cooking of KGM with water for 10 minutes before air-drying. The diets were formulated to contain 16% crude protein and energy of 2600kcal Metabolizable Energy/kg. Data were collected on feed intake, weight gain, feed conversion ratio and nutrient digestibility among others. The feed intake was significantly higher in P2, P3 and P4 containing roasted soaked and cooked kenaf grain meal as compared to diet containing unprocessed kenaf grain meal (P<0.05). The weight gain of the rabbits improved when KGM was roasted, cooked or soaked before incorporated with other feed ingredients (P<0.05). The efficiency of feed utilization was relatively similar in the diets containing processed kenaf grain meal. The crude protein and crude fibre digestibility were lowered at P1 containing diet with raw KGM (P>0.05). The results of carcass analysis showed that the dressed weight and dressing percentage were better in the diet containing processed KGM. It could be concluded that processing of kenaf grain meal by roasting, soaking and blanching improved feed intake, nutrients digestibility, weight gain and dressing percentage of rabbits.
Nigerian Land Policy: Issues, Challenges and The Way Forward
Authors: Ugonabo Celestine Udoka , Egolum Charles Chukwunwike , Sado Raphael Oshiobugie
Published: July 2023

Efficient administration and management of land ownership, holding and uses cannot be adequately achieved without sound land policy and its effective implementation. Land policy is essentially aimed at ensuring land accessibility to citizens of the society as well as protection of their interests. The contemporary land policy in Nigeria is the Land Use Decree No. 6 of 1978, now Land Use Act (LUA), Cap L5, Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 2004. This paper aims at undertaking a contemporary review of the issues and challenges of land policy in Nigeria in order to proffer ways to ameliorate them and ensure that land is accessible to citizens at reasonable ease. The issues and challenges of Nigerian land policy include: the abrogation of freehold interest which affect the free market economy; excessive bureaucracy in obtaining Governor’s consent and approval for land transactions and issuance of certificate of occupancy; underdeveloped or bare land not having commercial value according to the LUA which limits the use of land for mortgage and some other purpose transactions; insecurity of private land ownership, etc. National sustainable economic development and growth depend largely on the land policy in operation; hence it should be inclusive and responsive to the needs of all land users. It is therefore recommended that the LUA, should be excised from the 1999 Constitution to ease requisite amendments to address these contemporary issues and challenges of the land system and use.
Determinants of Marketing Margin and Efficiency of Wholesale Marketing of Cocoyam in Southeast, Nigeria
Authors: Nwankwo Eucharia C , Okeke Uche , Chiekezie Njideka R , Ozor, Maurice U.
Published: July 2023

Cocoyam is highly seasonal and perishable. An efficient wholesale marketing system makes its consumption, round the year possible, reduces postharvest losses for greater marketing margin. This study examined the determinants of marketing margin and efficiency of wholesale marketing of cocoyam in Southeast, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to examine the socio-economic characteristics of cocoyam wholesale marketers, estimate the marketing margin and efficiency of the wholesale marketing of cocoyam and examine the socio-economic factors of the wholesalers affecting their net marketing margin. Multistage, purposive and random sampling techniques were used to generate relevant data using a structured questionnaire administered to 216 cocoyam wholesale marketers in 18 markets in three states of the southeast (Anambra, Enugu and Imo). Descriptive statistics and inferential statistics (Gross margin and Efficiency Analysis and Multiple Regression) were used to analyse the data. Result on the socio economic characteristics of cocoyam wholesale marketers shows that no marketer was below the age 20 years and above 60 years with the mean age of 46 years. Majority (80%) of the marketers were married with mean family size of 5. The high gross margin of ₦20,387,212 and net marketing margin of ₦2,817,524 indicates profitability and the efficiency coefficient value of 84% indicates a high level of efficiency. The results of the influence of socio-economic variables of the respondents on the net marketing margin shows that six variables (age, marketers` experience, years of formal education, selling price, purchase price and quantity of cocoyam sold) were statistically significant while the remaining variables were not. The R2 value of 0.875 implied that 88% of variation in the net marketing income realized by the marketers was due to variations in the independent variables and the remaining 12% was as a result of stochastic noise. The F-value of 189.390 was statistically significant at 5% level of probability. This implied that socio-economic variables of the respondents together significantly influenced net marketing income, and that regression model was a good fit. It is recommended that adequate facilities such as good road network be provided especially to the rural areas (production site), storage and processing facilities should be subsidized by government for efficient marketing of agricultural produce, especially cocoyam.
Between Growth-fetishism and Green Recovery
Authors: Ghosh Nilanjan
Published: July 2023

This paper posits that the choices that global economies are faced with for post-pandemic development range between the extremes of growth-fetishism and green recovery. The paper highlights that green recovery and the green transition have different connotations in different parts of the world, leading to a huge divergence in their delineations across the Global North and South. The paper further argues that models of degrowth, which emphasize contraction of economic activities for the cause of nature, cannot be applied in large parts of the developing world. The challenge for a developing nation like India is to understand how and where it can position itself in this gamut of developmental paradigms that range between growth-fetishism and green recovery. The paper proposes that Indian green recovery must be based on the Sustainable Development Goals, hinging on two key elements...
Comportamiento Electoral en el Perú
Authors: Olivares Espinoza Lorena Lucila
Published: July 2023

Comportamiento Electoral en el Perú
Determinants of Customer Satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat With SERVQUAL Approach
Authors: Trisma Kamelia  , Fuad Hasyim  , Dea Primi Purnamasari
Published: July 2023

Baitul Maal wa Tamwil is one of the Islamic financial institutions, where increasing customer satisfaction is a priority that must be done. This is done because of the intense business competition in financial institutions. There is satisfaction from customers, the existence of Baitul Maal wa Tamwil can be maintained. The way that can be done to increase customer satisfaction is by providing the best service. The purpose of this study is to determine and analyze the effect of service quality consisting of reliability, emphaty, responsiveness, tangible, and assurance variables on customer satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat. Sampling using accidental sampling with the distribution of questionnaires to BMT Mitra Ummat customers. Primary data were analyzed using multiple regression. The results show that the Tangible Variable affects the customer satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat. Where obtained a t value of 6.509 with a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05 means that Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected. The Reliability variable does not affect the customer satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat. Where obtained a value of t of -1.443 with a significant value of 0.152 > 0.05 means that Ha is rejected and Ho is accepted. The Responssive variable has no effect on customer satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat. Where obtained a t value of -3.019 with a significant value of 0.003 < 0.05 means that Ha is rejected and Ho is accepted. The Assurance variable has no effect on customer satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat. Where obtained a t value of 1.798 with a significant value of 0.075 > 0.05 means that Ha is rejected and Ho is accepted. The Empathy variable affects the customer satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat. Where obtained a t value of 5.604 with a significant value of 0.000 < 0.05 means that Ha is accepted and Ho is rejected. In the research conducted by (Dibyantoro, 2012) where the results obtained were all variables of service quality affecting Customer Satisfaction at PT Bank BTN Palembang branch. However, it is different from this study where the results of the Tangible and Empathy variables affect the Customer Satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat, while the variables of Reliability, Responsiveness and Assurance do not affect the satisfaction of BMT Mitra Ummat customers.
Umer Chapra's Critique of The Western Concept of Welfare State
Authors: Khoirul Umam  , Achmad Jalaludin
Published: July 2023

This study aims to dissect Chapra's critique of the Western concept of welfare state, and his thoughts on welfare state in Islam in order to solve the problem of impasse in the thinking of modern economists. This research provides enlightenment on how the concept of the welfare state is actually in Islam through the idea of Umer Chapra. The relevance of his thoughts is juxtaposed with the current state of the Indonesian state. This research is expected to be a strong reference for academics and practitioners in addressing the concept of the welfare state. The method in this study uses a qualitative approach with a library research model. Data is obtained from various sources, such as Umer Chapra's master book in the discussion of welfare states, journals, or news info from newspapers. The results of the study show that Umer Chapra's criticism is very comprehensive. Chapra focused in his mind on the Islamic worldview, economic strategy, and welfare state goals. Islamic values are instilled in the strategy of regulating the country's economy. As for its relevance to the state of Indonesia, the results of the analysis show that Chapra's criticism of the welfare state and his thoughts are still relevant to the current state of Indonesia.
Genç Tüketicilerde E-Ticaret Sitelerine Yönelik Marka Güveni ve Tüketici-Marka Özdeşleşmesinin Marka Evangelizmi Üzerine Etkisi
Authors: ALTIN Sena , ÖZDEMİR SÜZER Özlem
Published: July 2023

Marka güveni ve tüketici-marka özdeşleşmesi, marka evangelizmi üzerinde önemli bir etkiye sahiptir. Marka güveni, bir tüketicinin bir markaya duyduğu güven duygusudur. Markanın mal ve hizmetlerinin kalitesi, güvenilirliği ve sadakati ile ilgilidir. Tüketici-marka özdeşleşmesi ise bir tüketicinin bir marka ile kendini özdeşleştirmesi ve markayı kendi kişiliği ve değerleriyle özdeşleştirmesi anlamına gelir. Marka evangelizmi, bir markaya fanatik bir şekilde bağlı olan tüketicilerin, markayı başkalarına önermek ve marka hakkında olumlu yorumlar yapmak için çaba göstermesidir. Bu tür fanatik tüketiciler, markanın başarısına ve büyümesine önemli bir katkı sağlarlar. Çalışma kapsamında teknolojiye hayatlarının birçok evresinde yer veren genç tüketicilerin, marka güveni ve tüketici-marka özdeşleşmelerinin marka evangelizmi üzerindeki etkisi tespit edilmek amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmada Sivas ve Kayseri illerinde ikamet eden 18-25 yaş arasındaki genç tüketicilerden anket yöntemiyle veri toplanmış olup, 336 katılımcıdan elde edilen veriler çalışmaya dahil edilmiştir. Veriler Yapısal Eşitlik Modellemesinin Yapısal Regresyon yöntemiyle ve T-testi ile analiz edilmiş olup analizler yapılırken R programlama dili ve Jamovi programları kullanılmıştır. Bulgulara göre marka güveninin tek başına marka evangelizmine etki etmediği sonucuna varılmış olup, marka özdeşleşmesinin ise marka evangelizmi üzerinde yüksek düzeyde etkisinin olduğu görülmüştür. Marka güveninin ise marka özdeşleşmesini orta düzeyde etkilediği görülmüştür. Ayrıca genç tüketicilerin cinsiyetleri açısından marka evangelizm düzeyleri arasında anlamlı bir fark olmadığı görülmüştür.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Associated Hyperlactatemia
Authors: ÖZKAN Abuzer , DEMİRCİ Burak
Published: July 2023

We read with great interest the article titled “TThe Role of SII and SIRI Values in Predicting the Severity of CO Poisoning in the Emergency Department” prepared by Acar and Ertekin, published in the first issue of 2023 of your journal. We thank the authors and the editorial board for the article discussing the relationship between the severity of CO poisoning and combined hematological indices such as systemic immune inflammation index, systemic inflammatory response index and systemic inflammation total index, which have been defined in the last decade in the literature in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. However, we would like to point out a few points that will contribute to the discussion of the article on the pathogenesis of hyperlactatemia and the hemodynamic impact in CO poisoning, which the authors used to describe severe poisoning.
Optical Imaging Polarimetry of Comet 21P/Giacobini–Zinner during Its 2018 Apparition
Authors: Shinnaka Yoshiharu , Kawakita Hideyo , Kobayashi Hitomi , Furusho Reiko , Watanabe Jun-ichi
Published: July 2023

We conducted polarimetric observations of comet 21P/Giacobini–Zinner in the optical wavelength region using the polarimetric imager PICO equipped with the 50 cm telescope for Public Outreach at the Mitaka Campus of the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan on UT 2018 September 16, at a solar phase angle of 77° for the comet. We used Gunn’s i′-band filter to cover the wavelength region where sunlight reflected by dust grains dominates cometary spectra. The intensity map of comet 21P/Giacobini–Zinner showed an elongated coma structure along the east–west direction. The linear polarization degree map was almost uniform and showed no evidence of jet or arc structures in the inner coma. The linear polarization degree was 22% in the coma, which is consistent with other optical polarization observations of 21P/Giacobini–Zinner for this and previous apparitions reported in the literature. The measured polarization angles (179°) were nearly perpendicular to the position angle of the scattering plane of 271°. There is no evidence of significant changes in the dust properties (composition, porosity, and size distribution) in the comet from its 1985 to 2018 apparitions. The spectral gradient of the linear polarization degree for the comet was nearly flat in the wavelength range of ∼510–830 nm at a solar phase angle of ∼77° during the 2018 apparition.
Expansion of the distribution range of Asplenium trilobum Cav (Polypodiopsida, Aspleniaceae) in the Mediterranean forest of the Chilean coast
Authors: Pincheira-Ulbrich Jimmy , Zambrano Ulises , Contreras Felipe
Published: July 2023

The biodiversity hotspot of central Chile is home to a high proportion of endemic species, but some of these species are inconspicuous and not easily observed. During a botanical exploration in the Los Queules National Reserve (Chile), a population of Asplenium trilobum Cav. was identified. The plants were found growing on the bark of a Myrceugenia parvifolia (DC.) Kausel tree in a small swamp next to specimens of Drimys winteri J.R.Forst. & G.Forst. (35°59'11.84"S; 72°41'11.53"W). Several previously unrecorded species were found, including Carex cf. excelsa Poepp. ex Kunth, Chusquea cf. quila Kunth, Ercilla cf. spicata (Bertero) Moq., and Boquila trifoliolata (DC.) Decne., highlighting the importance of exploring and documenting this biodiversity hotspot. The discovery in this wilderness area extends the distribution 86 km north on the continent, which was previously limited to the east of the municipality of Penco in the Biobío region (36°44'9.26"S; 72°57'42.5"W). This paper presents an observed specimen, its locality, and associated species.
Global attractors for a nonlinear plate equation modeling the oscillations of suspension bridges
Authors: Liu Yang
Published: July 2023

This paper is concerned with a nonlinear plate equation modeling the oscillations of suspension bridges. Under mixed boundary conditions consisting of simply supported and free boundary conditions, we obtain the global well-posedness of solutions in suitable function spaces. In addition, we use the perturbed energy method to prove the existence of a bounded absorbing set and establish a stabilizability estimate. Then, we derive the existence of a global attractor by verifying the asymptotic smoothness of the corresponding dissipative dynamical system.
The Norms of Realism and the Case of Non-Traditional Casting
Authors: Abell Catharine
Published: July 2023

This paper concerns the conditions under which realism is an artistic merit in perceptual narratives, and its consequences for the practice of non-traditional casting. Perceptual narratives are narrative representations that perceptually represent at least some of their contents, and include works of film, television, theatre and opera. On certain construals of the conditions under which realism is an artistic merit in such works, non-traditional casting, however morally merited, is often artistically flawed. I defend an alternative view of the conditions under which realism is an artistic merit in perceptual narratives. I identify the two forms of realism at issue in debates about the artistic merits of non-traditional casting, and identify the artistic norms that determine the conditions under which each constitutes an artistic merit. I argue that, independently of the relation between moral merits and artistic merits, non-traditional casting violates these norms less often than is sometimes assumed. Moreover, in certain circumstances, non-traditional casting affects realism in artistically meritorious ways. I conclude by considering the implications of my view for the practice of whitewashing.
Against Passage Illusionism
Authors: Miller Kristie
Published: July 2023

Temporal dynamists typically hold that it seems to us as though time robustly passes, and that its seeming so is explained by the fact that time does robustly pass. Temporal non-dynamists hold that time does not robustly pass. Some non-dynamists nevertheless hold that it seems as though it does: we have an illusory phenomenal state whose content represents robust passage. Call these phenomenal passage illusionists. Other non-dynamists argue that the phenomenal state in question is veridical and represents something other than robust passage. Call this the veridical passage-less view. This paper argues in favour of the latter view over the former, by arguing that we should reject passage illusionism.
Moral Obligation: Relational or Second-Personal?
Authors: Schaab Janis David
Published: July 2023

The Problem of Obligation is the problem of how to explain the features of moral obligations that distinguish them from other normative phenomena. Two recent accounts, the Second-Personal Account and the Relational Account, propose superficially similar solutions to this problem. Both regard obligations as based on the legitimate claims or demands that persons as such have on one another. However, unlike the Second-Personal Account, the Relational Account does not regard these claims or demands as based on persons’ authority to address them. Advocates of the Relational Account accuse the Second-Personal Account of falling prey to the Problem of Antecedence. According to this objection, the Second-Personal Account is committed to the implausible claim that we have an obligation to ϕ only if, and because, others demand that we ϕ. Since the Relational Account’s proposed solution to the Problem of Obligation does not face the Problem of Antecedence, its advocates argue that it is dialectically superior to the Second-Personal Account. In this paper, I defend the Second-Personal Account by arguing that, first, the Relational Account does not actually solve the Problem of Obligation and, second, the Second-Personal Account does not fall prey to the Problem of Antecedence.
Thought and Talk in a Generous World
Authors: Sandgren Alexander
Published: July 2023

The problem of the many seems to problematize the platitude that we can think about particular things in the world. How is it that, given how very many cat-like candidates there are, we often manage to think and talk about a particular cat? I argue that this challenge stems from an under-examined assumption about the relationship between metaphysics and intentionality. I explore and develop a way of characterizing what it is to think and talk about the world, according to which an abundant ontology poses no obstacle to our ability to think and talk about particular things.
What Makes Requests Normative? The Epistemic Account Defended
Authors: Weltman Daniel
Published: July 2023

This paper defends the epistemic account of the normativity of requests. The epistemic account says that a request does not create any reasons and thus does not have any special normative power. Rather, a request gives reasons by revealing information which is normatively relevant. I argue that compared to competing accounts of request normativity, especially those of David Enoch and James H.P. Lewis, the epistemic account gives better answers to cases of insincere requests, is simpler, and does a better job incorporating the importance of relationships. I also defend the epistemic account from three objections: that requests are important because they constitute consent, that requests and wishes must be normatively different, and that some requests do not provide any new information.
Sometimes It Is Better to Do Nothing: A New Argument for Causal Decision Theory
Authors: Vassend Olav Benjamin
Published: July 2023

It is often thought that the main significant difference between evidential decision theory and causal decision theory is that they recommend different acts in Newcomb-style examples (broadly construed) where acts and states are correlated in peculiar ways. However, this paper presents a class of non-Newcombian examples that evidential decision theory cannot adequately model whereas causal decision theory can. Briefly, the examples involve situations where it is clearly best to perform an act that will not influence the desired outcome. On evidential decision theory—but not causal decision theory—this situation turns out to be impossible: acts that an agent does not think influence the desired outcome are never optimal. Typically, sophisticated versions of evidential decision theory emulate causal decision theoretic reasoning by (implicitly) conditioning on causal confounders, but in the kind of example considered here, this trick does not work. The upshot is that there is more to causal reasoning than has so far been appreciated.
Designing and Implementing a Dark Mode for a Library Website
Authors: Maixner Gary , Smith Andy
Published: July 2023

Dark mode, also known as night mode, is an alternative way of viewing content on a webpage. Rather than having dark text on a light background, dark mode displays light text on a dark background. In fall 2022, the Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) University Library launched a dark mode as an option for web users. We present some considerations for design and implementation for those interested in adding a dark mode to their website.
The Open Source Perspective in Education Technology
Authors: Dow Martin , Preston David
Published: July 2023

Open source implies shared knowledge, one of the central virtues of the FOSS model. It is therefore natural that open-source technology constitutes a key resource for building accessible educational tools. Cost-effectiveness is not the only benefit brought about by the FOSS paradigm. Along with the flexibility permitted by unrestricted access to the source code, FOSS also implies public sovereignty, as community-driven development allows the society to regain control over the technology it uses and upon which it relies. Educational tools are especially critical in this context, as it directly impacts our autonomy to implement education programs free from technical, economic, or ideological biases dictated by corporate big tech. This chapter delves into this matter, exploring an illustrative case study based on the OSLAP experience. As in other application fields calling for new sustainable FOSS business models, open-source educational technology emerges as an area where fresh ideas are demanded, along with strategies for how to finance collaborative projects in the long term.
Memory Politics and Archive in South African-Russian Relations
Authors: Netshakhuma Nkholedzeni Sidney
Published: July 2023

This chapter discuss the relationship between South Africa and Russia. The researcher starts by describing the development of relations between the African National Congress with the Union of Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR) during the Cold War. This research is based on a systematic review of the subject in relation to memory and archives. This was supplemented by interviews conducted with Official of Affairs and the National Archives. The researcher stated that countries should engage in cultural diplomacy to promote collection and preservation of archives materials.
The Importance of Cultural Heritage in the Promotion of a Nation's Brand
Authors: Sousa Ana , Rodrigues Paula
Published: July 2023

All countries desire to develop and improve their domestic and international image. This ambition supports policymakers, companies' managers, and citizens to establish a competitive identity, which challenges how place perceptions are formed and how countries might create and disseminate their unique identities. Cultural heritage can communicate a strong nation's brand identity with different stakeholders. This study aims to understand visitors' awareness of the world heritage (WH), how the level of familiarity with WH sites influences consumers' intention to visit them, and which are consumers' attitudes toward a site classified as world heritage. Findings show the need to increase familiarity and knowledge about the WH brand. This chapter contributes to a better understanding of the relationship between natural WH and visitors' perceptions and aims to help public decision-makers ensure culture is given its rightful place in development processes and strategies by protecting and safeguarding the world's cultural and natural heritage.
UAE, the Nation, the Brand
Authors: Efthymiopoulos Marios Panagiotis
Published: July 2023

This chapter is about the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It examines the framework and policy of national development through the years. The chapter analyzes the progress of the state considering the ongoing global volatility that creates risks. The chapter delves into a step-by-step process of the UAE national identity, which is now seen as a global brand. The chapter explores the strategies and the leadership skills defined and expressed through the traditions, history, and policies that govern the land while committing to the international community. Through this examination, the authors conclude that the UAE will continue to grow, yet they consider that it will play a most important and pivotal role in the international community in the years to come. The UAE is a cross-world of civilizations. National traditions and governance by example are world examples for all on what can be achieved as “nothing is impossible,” as Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Prime Minister and Ruler of the Emirate of Dubai, UAE, states.
Reflections on the Role of Spirituality in How Young Children's Identities Are Constructed
Authors: Eaude Tony
Published: July 2023

This chapter explores how young children's identities are constructed and how this is linked to spiritual growth as one dimension of the education of the whole child. The concepts of identity and culture are discussed. Identities are seen as constantly changing narratives involving non-linear and uneven processes, especially socialization. The influence, especially on self-esteem, of intersecting socio-cultural factors, notably gender, ethnicity/race, class and religion, and of consumerism is considered. Recognizing that spirituality defies exact description, an inclusive understanding is presented which sees spiritual growth as a process of searching for meaning, identity, purpose, and connectedness. This involves considering existential, often difficult, questions and becoming more connected to other people, the world around, and (for some) a transcendent being. Qualities such as resilience and reflectiveness and a sense of agency and belonging are emphasized, as are caring environments, trusting relationships, interdependence, adults being attuned to children and time and space.
The Mystery of Spirit
Authors: London Robert (Bob) H.
Published: July 2023

This chapter addresses how educators can integrate a spiritual perspective in secular education, describing an approach based on an integration of cognitive developmental/constructionist theory with principles of spiritual psychology consistent with a variety of spiritual traditions: an approach that provides guidelines for nurturing a healthy development in students, as well as building a strong foundation for their healthy development as an adult. However, the purpose of this chapter is not to present a comprehensive discussion of what it means to integrate a spiritual perspective in secular education, but rather to focus on concepts that are essential to integrating a spiritual perspective, but typically are not emphasized in other approaches. Specifically, the focus is on the general process implied by a transformative approach to education from a spiritual perspective, addressing three general topics: the mystery of Spirit, building a foundation for adult spiritual growth, and the need for inner work.
The Cultivation of a Relationship With the Natural World in Children and Adolescents
Authors: Foley Lauren Mary , Chapman Amy L. , Miller Lisa J.
Published: July 2023

The general objective of this grounded theory multiple-case study was to further apprehend how independent K-12 schools within America foster a connection between children and adolescent students and the natural world through examining the relationship between this connection and (a) the school community (“community connectedness”) and (b) personal sense/belief about spirituality. This study utilized a grounded theory multiple-case study approach to perform secondary data analysis on pre-existing data collected during the original parent study. From this parent study, two schools from the initial cohort of 20 were selected and their data were examined for this grounded theory multiple-case study. Data were primarily collected through school site visits that were one to two days in duration.
Embracing Mindfulness and Spirituality to Enhance Well-Being and Resilience in Teachers and Students
Authors: Holman Katherine Cullinan
Published: July 2023

This chapter begins by drawing attention to the national emergency and global crisis facing the mental health and well-being of teens and teachers, and the lingering hesitation to adopt spirituality into the mainstream public education system despite the neuroprotective evidence of spirituality against depression and suicide. Next, the interconnectedness of attention, mindfulness, and spirituality, and their amalgamating impact on one's overall well-being and resilience will be shared. Two programs that address both mindfulness and spirituality of students and teachers will be thoroughly discussed, as well as additional strategies for incorporating relational spirituality into classrooms and school communities.
Fostering Undergraduate Spiritual Development in a Competitive, Digital World
Authors: Barrett Michelle Christine Sterk
Published: July 2023

In recent years, psychological well-being among college-aged youth has declined sharply. While studies demonstrate a relationship between psychological well-being and spirituality, today's youth have fewer opportunities for spiritual development than prior generations. Increased pressure to achieve combined with increased use of technology leaves less time for spiritual reflection. Decreasing religious participation leaves fewer opportunities for the type of spiritual nourishment that previously existed. In this context, it becomes crucial for higher education to provide opportunities for holistic student development--including spiritual development. Because all undergraduates engage with academic coursework, it is especially important for faculty to consider what role they can play in promoting holistic student development. This chapter explores how spiritual growth occurs among undergraduates and explores pedagogical practices found to facilitate spiritual growth to ponder how higher education can effectively support the psychological well-being of undergraduates.
The Ontological and Epistemological Connection Between Paulo Freire's Literacy Education and the CLING Project in South Africa
Authors: Thusi Zamalotshwa Florence , Tawiah Sampson
Published: July 2023

This chapter explores the link between Paulo Freire's ontological and epistemological philosophies and the community literacy and numeracy group (CLING) project in South Africa. The CLING project is based on the belief that literacy is about mastering reading, writing, and arithmetic skills. It also empowers individuals to reach their full potential and achieve success and fulfilment. The authors discuss how apartheid obstructed the education of black individuals, but Freire's ideologies and educational philosophies aimed to raise awareness and liberate individuals from illiteracy, economic struggles, and inequality. The authors emphasise the importance of critical literacy in promoting social justice. Using a qualitative approach, the authors gathered data from both primary and secondary sources and selected twelve individuals who provided information-rich insights. It was discovered that literacy education, including reading and writing, has helped marginalised individuals and empowered men and women.
Increasing Teaching Capacity for Supporting Students in an ODeL Institution
Authors: Setlhodi Itumeleng I.
Published: July 2023

There is need to build teaching capacity in pursuance of strengthening instruction and support for improving learning, particularly for adult learners. To expound the enhancement of increasing teaching capacity for effective student support through letsema in an ODeL Institution, presenting transactional distance theory and narrating experiences, with emphasis on collective effort through letsema practice. The indigenous qualitative mixed method comprising autoethnography and conversational paradigms, underpinned the study, linking quality support and students' academic success in an ODeL context, consistent with the Africanisation of higher education and outlining the significance of core values inspired by the philosophy of ubuntu. Results suggest increased teaching capacity inspire collaborative letsema support approach, assuring mentorship opportunities, quality teaching, and informed learning towards increasing student throughput rate. Thus, affirming that the approach is suitable for supporting students. Hence the recommendation for implementing the approach in an ODeL context.
Unpacking the Interdependence of CET College Leadership
Authors: Mbatha Lynette Lulama
Published: July 2023

In the South African context, adult education is a critical component of the national skills development agenda aimed at improving the skills and employability of the adult population. Adult education takes many forms in South Africa, ranging from adult basic education and training (ABET) to technical and vocational education and training (TVET), community education and training (CET), and higher education. The South African government has significantly invested in adult education to reduce unemployment and poverty and increase economic growth. Leadership and management in adult education in South Africa face unique challenges, including a large and diverse learner population, scarce resources, and the need to balance the demands of various stakeholders. This chapter examines how various stakeholders understand the interdependence of the different parts of community education and training (CET) college leadership in organisational change, how change is managed, and how effective the organisational change is.