bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Environmental Challenges: Problems and Solutions
Authors: Mandrwal Renu Gautam , Negi Bhal Chand Singh
Published: February 2023

Environmental education is very relevant in the present circumstances. Today it is necessary that in view of the increasing threats to the environment, environmental education should be included in the curriculum at every level of education so that environmental awareness can be generated. The use of substances that contaminate the atmosphere should be stopped and emphasis should be laid on the use of alternative means so that environmental problems can be solved and natural calamities can be minimized. Education, caution, awareness, and understanding of the environment and its association will be the most powerful and meaningful effort for environmental problems
Correlation Between Arm Span Length And Height
Authors: Maria Gul , Asif Muhammad , Farid Noreen , Khattak M. Asghar , Masood Riffat , Ahmed Anwaar
Published: February 2023

Objective: Aim of this study was to find out correlation between arm span length and height. The regression equation obtained will be used to estimate height from arm span length. Method: Study design: cross sectional study. Study sample: 108 male students of Sialkot medical college. Sampling Technique: Non probability purposive sampling technique was used to select the samples. Selection criteria: Male students of Sialkot medical college having no deformity of limbs and vertebral column were selected. Collection of data: Standing height was measured in inches. Arm span length was measured by extending arms. Statistical analysis: SPSS version 25 was used to perform statistical analysis. Correlation coefficient and regression equation was obtained. Tables and graphs were made. Results: The value of Pearson correlation coefficient was 0.846. A statistically positive very strong and significant correlation was found between height and arm span length. Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that arm span length can be used to estimate standing height. The regression equation can be used to predict standing height in a person who can not stand up. Keywords: Arm span length, height, Pearson correlation coefficient. How to cite: Maria G, Asif M, Farid N, Khattak A, Masood R, Ahmed A. Correlation Between Arm Span Length and Height. Esculapio - JSIMS 2022;18(01):52-55.
DOPRINOS ČASOPISA PRILOZI (INSTITUTA ZA HISTORIJU)
BOSANSKOHERCEGOVAČKOJ HISTORIOGRAFIJI O OSMANSKOM PERIODU
Authors: Bikić Nermina
Published: February 2023

Abstract
In this paper, the author presents the
overview of articles corresponding to
the Ottoman era of Bosnia-Herzego-
vina's history, published in the Institute
of History's journal Contributions.
Given that the main goal was to collect
articles from the mentioned period,
this paper contains an overview and
brief references to the same, not a
critical analysis. In order to clarify
certain events or contexts, the author
used other relevant works.
Keywords
Prilozi, Ottoman age, historiography,
administration, military, society,
culture
Phenolic and carotenoid composition of Rhododendron luteum Sweet and Ferula communis L. subsp. communis flowers
Authors: ŞEKER Mehmet Emin , ERDOĞAN Ayşegül
Published: February 2023

The biologically important potential of polyphenols and carotenoids from plants motivates the exploration of new natural sources and medicinal uses for these chemicals. Plants with colorful flowers are used not only for the benefits of bioactive compounds but also for smart textile materials and as colorants. In this study, quantification of phenolic compounds and carotenoids in Rhododendron luteum Sweet and Ferula communis L. subsp. communis flowers were determined. The flowers of these plants were analysed for the first time in Türkiye. While catechin (297.36±3.42 µg/g), 4-OH benzoic acid (179.28±2.87 µg/g) and salicylic acid (178.98±2.42 µg/g) are found to be relatively higher in R. luteum Sweet flowers compared to other phenolic compounds, relatively higher amounts of rutin (335.95±4.32 µg/g) and ferulic acid (367.10±4.11 µg/g) were found in F. communis L. subsp. communis flowers. On the other hand, lutein and β-carotene were detected in both species, whereas astaxanthin (4.46±0.21 µg/g) was found only in R. luteum. This phytochemical information may be important for the proper utilization of these plants as sources of phenolic compounds and carotenoids for a variety of possible commercial applications.
Effect of Temperature on Friction Behavior of Epoxy Resin Composite Coatings for Sliding Contact
Authors: Ur Rehman Zia , Gulzar M , Shaukat Muhammad Kamran
Published: February 2023

Epoxy composite coatings are used to reduce friction in mechanical components. The epoxy composites at high temperatures cause serious frictional effects due to poor surface characteristics. Hence, there is a need to find a substitute to improve their frictional behaviour in high-temperature conditions. Adding fillers and lubrication are key solutions to improve tribological properties. In this research work, diglycidyl ether of bisphenol A (DGEBA) epoxy resin was coated on steel, and silica powder (5% by weight) was used as filler. The experiments were conducted under dry and lubricated conditions with and without filler. The coefficient of friction (COF) was examined at different temperatures. The results show that the COF increases with an increase in temperature. In addition, the minimum average COF was observed in the case of epoxy coating with the filler under lubrication conditions. For that case, up to 94.4% decrease in COF was observed as compared to epoxy coating without filler under dry conditions, a 48.33% decrease in COF to epoxy coating without filler under lubricated conditions and a 17.98% decrease in COF than epoxy coating with the filler under dry condition was perceived. Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and surface roughness analyses were also conducted to examine the surface of the specimen after the experiment. A worn and rougher surface was observed in the case of epoxy without filler under dry conditions. The more coefficient of friction at high temperatures is due to the thermal degradation of the epoxy matrix at high temperatures, which results in a rougher surface.
Theoretical Cost Analysis of Electrical Energy for an Off-grid Island Community Using a Single 10MW Wind Turbine and Lithium-Ion Batteries
Authors: Akbar Mamoona , Khadim Bilal , Akbar Danish
Published: February 2023

In this paper theoretical cost analysis of a 10 MW wind turbine with lithium-ion batteries as storage for an Off-grid Island community is made. The Vestas V164-10.0 MW  wind turbine is considered for calculations. Calculations are calculated using numerical computation, and figure data is collected using MATLAB software. The paper aims to give researchers and investors a rough idea about the economic outcomes of using Li-ion batteries as a storage system for wind turbines. The surplus energy needed to be stored is calculated, and then the cost of the system is calculated numerically, targeting the return on investment. If the return on investment of a system is lower than 8%, then investors do not invest in such a system. The return on investment in these calculations is about 17%.
Employee Turnover Intention in Aviation Industry
Authors: Musfarat Syeda Iqra , Akhtar Rehman
Published: February 2023

This empirical study explores the mediation role of organizational embeddedness in the relationship between turnover and quality of work life. The current study investigates how employment variables, such as job satisfaction, organizational commitment, and employee turnover intentions, affect employee perceptions in light of the idea above. The study aims to provide insight into how employees respond to a sense of duty to their employer. The study also seeks to add to existing empirical data on the conflicting influences of intrinsic and extrinsic job-related elements on job satisfaction. The study also seeks to add to existing empirical data on the conflicting influences of intrinsic and extrinsic job-related elements on job satisfaction. Numerous studies have discovered a strong correlation between organizational commitment and job happiness, which has attracted much media attention. For management purposes, it is crucial to understand an employee's physiological and psychological demands to assess how they react to their environment and form attitudes toward their jobs and organizations. This study attempts to explain how the organization and its employees interact in this setting through the lens of reciprocity. This study aims to demonstrate how individuals have high levels of job satisfaction.
Supporting EdD Scholar-Practitioners through the COVID-19 Pandemic Using an Ethic of Care
Authors: Capello Sarah
Published: February 2023

Given the significant challenges PK-12 educational leaders currently face, the purpose of this essay is to orient EdD faculty with Noddings’ (1984/2003) care ethics as a framework for conceptualizing their work and employing care acts to support EdD scholar-practitioners through the COVID-19 pandemic. Practical strategies for this work are suggested. The author argues that Noddings’ (1984/2003) ethic of care provides a timely lens through which EdD faculty’s actions can be guided. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, faculty have become tasked with supporting their students’ socioemotional well-being in addition to their academic progress. EdD faculty must be responsive to these needs if they are to retain students and effectively train scholar-practitioners to identify and address problems of practice. Stemming from this argument, future research could empirically investigate how employing care ethics affects scholar-practitioners’ well-being, program satisfaction, retention, and completion rates.
ANALISIS UJIAN ESSAY MENGGUNAKAN METODE COSINE SIMILARITY
Authors: Anggun Fergina  , Kamdan  , Moh. Iqbal Maulana
Published: February 2023

Setiap proses pembelajaran memerlukan suatu evaluasi berupa ujian. Berdasarkan jenis ujian dapat dilakukan dalam tiga bentuk, yaitu pilihan ganda, ujian isian singkat dan ujian esai. Ujian dalam bentuk pilihan ganda dan ujian esai merupakan jenis ujian yang seringkali digunakan khususnya dalam ujian kenaikan kelas, namun dua jenis ujian tersebut memiliki kelemahan, terutama untuk materi-materi tertentu jika dibandingkan ujian dalam bentuk esai. Ujian dengan sistem esai dapat melatih penyampaian informasi secara verbal. Ujian esai juga menuntut pemahaman yang lebih baik akan suatu ilmu dan dapat digunakan untuk mengukur tingkat pemahaman manusian akan suatu ilmu secara lebih mendalam. Pada proses e-learning jenis ujian esai, perangkat komputer yang menjadi komponen penting lebih mudah dalam melakukan penilaian ujian pilihan ganda dan ujian esai secara akurat dibandingkan dengan melakukan penilaian dalam ujian esai secara langsung.
O planejamento dos transportes nas Constituições brasileiras
Authors: Sampaio Mascarenhas Fábio
Published: February 2023

O presente artigo tem como objeto a análise do planejamento dos transportes nas Constituições do Brasil. Para isso, verifica-se de que modo as Constituições brasileiras pós-1930, até 1988, inserem a atuação do Estado no setor dos transportes, tendo em vista que é a partir desse momento, marcado pela internalização dos centros de decisão econômica, em que se viu presente a constitucionalização do planejamento dos transportes. Concluiu-se por meio da pesquisa que a inserção do planejamento do setor, a partir de 1934, se dá de maneira articulada à inserção da ordem econômica e social no texto constitucional, o que faz refletir o modo pelo qual os transportes são inseridos na Constituição Federal de 1988, especialmente com o Sistema Nacional de Viação.
De guardiões de um a guardiões de todos: notas sobre os tribunais de contas, do Medievo à modernidade
Authors: Pandim Barbosa Machado Henrique
Published: February 2023

Para nós, autointitulados “modernos” – quiçá, pós-modernos – tais perguntas podem carecer de significado ou, até mesmo, de importância. Porém, naquela altura, eram essenciais para a compreensão do sistema de poder então vigente. Nos termos da criada teoria, o rei possuiria dois corpos: um corpo físico, comum, mortal e, a priori susceptível de imperfeições, que representava, em suma, o rei enquanto pessoa; e um corpo divino, perfeito e perpétuo, representação do rei enquanto instituição, enquanto centro de poder estatal. Daí advieram diversas consequências. Uma delas, a responder as questões que colocamos antes, é a compreensão de que o corpo do rei-homem pode morrer, mas o corpo divino se perpetua e passa diretamente ao próximo corpo físico destinado a recebê-lo, não havendo, por isso, que se falar em hiato de poder. Porém, para o que nos propomos a tratar neste artigo, talvez não seja essa a consequência que mais importa. Para nós, é mais interessante notar que, com o tempo, a separação do rei em dois corpos – físico e divino – passou a gerar a própria noção de diferença entre espaços privados e públicos. As distinções entre o rei (pessoa física) e a Coroa (corpo perpétuo), passou também a ter as suas consequências em atos patrimoniais: de um lado, o patrimônio do rei-pessoa, passível de negociação como ele bem entendesse; de outro, o patrimônio da Coroa, protegido por uma série de garantias, como a imprescritibilidade, cuja proteção, por vezes, restringia a atuação do próprio rei. Essa distinção entre o patrimônio do rei e o patrimônio da Coroa permitiu o desenvolvimento da ideia que Kantorowicz menciona como “fiscal crown”, que culminará na fundação do “fiscus”. Mas, afinal, o que nos importa essa criação de um espaço público do reino distinto do espaço privado do rei?
O instituto do disgorgement no Tribunal de Contas da União: implicações e efeitos
Authors: Vieira Lacerda Caroline Maria , Moura Tannise
Published: February 2023

This article analyzed the institute of disgorgement in terms of Common Law, as well as in terms of Civil Law, in addition to its requirements and concepts, in order to verify whether it is a safe mechanism for the refund of unexpectedly granted profits for the commission of illicit acts. It was also analyzed the evolution of its application by the Federal Court of Accounts and how the current understanding of this Court brought benefits to society in curbing profitability through the practice of illicit acts.
Szkoła a pandemia
Authors: Kurzępa Jacek , Piotr Kułyk , Karol Leszczyński , Przybysz Monika , Gorączkowska Jadwiga , Szudra Paweł
Published: February 2023

Przedstawiamy czytelnikom kolejny tom z serii „Co z nami zrobiła pandemia?”, będący owocem wielomiesięcznego trudu badawczego skoncentrowanego na kolejnym zbiorowym aktorze teatru życia szkolnego – nauczycielach. Jak wielkie były (i nadal są) w czasie pandemii oczekiwania wobec polskiej szkoły, z pewnością każdy z nas zauważył. Jak wiele było kontrowersji i odmiennych punktów widzenia na wejście szkół (jako instytucji) w zdalne nauczanie, z pewnością także pamiętamy. Publikacja ta stanowi trzeci tom efektów badań nad dziećmi, młodzieżą, nauczycielami, rodzicami i systemem szkolnym w okresie pandemii. Badania zostały zrealizowane w okresie maj-czerwiec 2021 r. Było to więc już nieco ponad rok po wybuchu pandemii koronawirusa SARS-CoV-2 w Europie. Był to także okres, w którym uczniowie spędzili już znaczny czas w trybie zdalnego nauczania, z przerwami na początku roku szkolnego oraz na początku 2021 r. W kwietniu rozpoczęła się także akcja szczepień na masową skalę, już nie tylko osób najstarszych, ale do końca maja prawie wszystkich roczników dorosłych obywateli Polski. Badania realizowane były więc w okresie pewnej ulgi i entuzjazmu związanego z nadzieją na koniec epidemii. W tym tomie przedstawiamy wyniki badań dotyczących szkoły i wszystkich aktorów z nią związanych: uczniów, nauczycieli, dyrektorów, rodziców, nadzoru kuratoryjnego, samorządowego i rządowego. W rozdziale pierwszym podejmujemy próbę zdiagnozowania problematyki zarządzania szkołą w okresie kryzysu. W tym celu dokonano analizy desk research, która obejmowała badanie szeregu dokumentów regulujących działanie placówek edukacyjnych w czasie pandemii i literatury przedmiotu z zakresu zarządzania kryzysowego, oraz przeprowadzono wywiady z dyrekcjami szkół zlokalizowanych w różnych częściach kraju. Znając dotychczasowe doniesienia badawcze związane z funkcjonowaniem szkół w okresie pandemii, należy zaznaczyć, że badania te mają charakter wyjątkowy, przyjęte problemy badawcze i ich rzeczowa analiza wnosi wiele wiedzy w nieodkrytej dotychczas w debacie publicznej problematyce zarządzania edukacją w sytuacji kryzysu. Kolejny rozdział poświęcony jest prezentacji wyników badań ilościowych, realizowanych wśród nauczycieli, w których wzięło udział 2523 anonimowych respondentów. Były one możliwe do wykonania dzięki wsparciu poszczególnych kuratoriów oświaty. Z ich rekomendacji respondenci otrzymywali ankiety od dyrektorów szkół. Trzeci rozdział dotyczy kompetencji cyfrowych nauczycieli oraz interakcji w procesie zdalnego nauczania z uczniami, rodzicami przy jednoczesnej koncentracji na procesie e-dydaktycznym, jego zaletach i wadach. Rozdział czwarty opisuje wnioski z badań jakościowych wśród nauczycieli, tego, jak radzili sobie z sytuacją, jak postrzegali sami siebie w tym trudnym okresie pracy. W rozdziale tym próbujemy także stworzyć typologię postaw nauczycielskich w czasie pandemii.
Rodzina a pandemia
Authors: Kurzępa Jacek , Leszczyński Karol , Przybysz Monika
Published: February 2023

W części pierwszej przedstawiamy wyniki badań ilościowych zrealizowanych z rodzicami uczniów klas 4–8 szkół podstawowych oraz rodzicami uczniów szkół ponadpodstawowych. Zasadnicze badania ilościowe zostały zrealizowane w formie ankiety elektronicznej (CAWI). Z bazy Systemu Informacji Oświatowej wylosowaliśmy szkoły biorące udział w badaniach. Bazę ograniczyliśmy do szkół podstawowych, w których odbywa się nauczanie w klasach 7–8, liceów, szkół branżowych pierwszego stopnia oraz techników. W całej Polsce było 22 097 placówek oświatowych, które stanowią przedmiot badania. Z tak przygotowanej populacji w poszczególnych województwach wylosowana została próba 378 szkół. W każdej ze szkół prosiliśmy o wylosowanie jednej klasy do realizacji ankiety. Zebraliśmy w ten sposób 5174 odpowiedzi od rodziców. Link do ankiety dystrybuowany był dzięki wsparciu poszczególnych kuratorów wojewódzkich, respondenci otrzymywali więc go od dyrektorów szkół. W części drugiej przedstawione są wyniki badań jakościowych, na ich podstawie zbudowane zostały strategie rodzinne czasów zarazy, to w jak różny sposób rodzice i dzieci reagowali na rzeczywistość pandemii, zamknięcia w domach i edukacji zdalnej.
A experiência esportiva no programa Curumim do Sesc Ribeirão Preto: desco- bertas, aprendizados e influências
Authors: Clara Pontoglio Maria , Nunomura Myrian , Ricci Costa Vitor
Published: February 2023

Este artigo buscou compreender como a prática esportiva vivenciada no programa Curumim influenciou a relação dos antigos participantes do programa no Sesc Ribeirão Preto com o esporte. Como metodologia, utilizamos a Teoria Fundamentada; seis adultos que participaram do Curumim entrevistados. Durante a análise, cinco categorias foram estabelecidas, sendo a principal “Curumim como ‘uma janela que se abre’: descobertas, aprendizados e influências”. Por fim, foi possível evidenciar a influência do Curumim no envolvimento com a prática esportiva, contudo, este não foi um fator decisivo. Ainda, experiências marcantes demonstraram potencial para alterar o modo de ação de seus frequentadores e definir a escolha profissional dos participantes.
O percurso categorial da natureza e da história: pertinência para os estudos sobre o ser social e sua corporeidade no âmbito da Educação Física
Authors: Farias de Sousa Marcel , Marcelo Hungaro Edson
Published: February 2023

Este presente trabalho acompanha o desenvolvimento das categorias natureza e da história no pensamento filosófico-social ocidental até o século XVIII. O estudo centrado nestas categorias, as entendem como importantes pressupostos para uma ontologia do ser social marxiana-lukasciana. Também entende como necessária, a revisão da elaboração destes fundamentos para se compreender o corpo e a corporeidade humana constituídos no complexo relacional destas categorias. Conclui-se que a antinomia entre o natural e histórico-social neste período não possui resoluções concretas e satisfatórias para o entendimento do complexo, mas é possível observar a tentativa de cisão e superação da natureza pelo espírito racional.
Associação entre a paixão e a motivação pela prática esportiva em escolares
Authors: Lucas  Morais Freire Gabriel , Maria Araújo Veras Kauany , Paulo Melo de Souza Luis , Luiza Melo de Souza Ana , Fiorese Lenamar , Roberto Andrade do Nascimento Junior José
Published: February 2023

Analisou-se a relação entre paixão e motivação pela prática esportiva em escolares. Os 173 participantes responderam um questionário sociodemográfico, a Escala de Motivação para o Esporte II e a Escala da Paixão. Utilizou na análise dos dados testes de Kolmogorov-Smirnov, correlação de Pearson e análises de regressão múltipla. Os resultados evidenciaram que a paixão harmoniosa tem predição negativa sobre a regulação externa e positiva sobre regulação introjetada, identificada e intrínseca. Já a paixão obsessiva apresentou predição positiva sobre a desmotivação e regulação externa. Concluiu-se que a paixão harmoniosa está associada de maneira positiva com a motivação autônoma e controlada, enquanto a paixão obsessiva com a motivação extrínseca e a desmotivação.
Pemanfaatan Daun Kelor (Moringa oleifera L.) Untuk Mengatasi Anemia
Authors: Sulasmi  , Alfiana Nur Khalishah  , Bunga Mawarni  , Laila Hidayati  , Ni Luh Putu Indah Sari F.  , Salsabila Shafa Dhiya
Published: February 2023

Anemia adalah kondisi berkurangnya sel darah merah (eritrosit) atau massa hemoglobin (Hb) sehingga sel darah merah tidak mampu memenuhi fungsinya sebagai pembawa oksigen keseluruh jaringan tubuh. Hemoglobin merupakan protein yang kaya akan zat besi. Salah satu makanan sumber zat besi adalah daun kelor, dengan kandungan zat besi sebanyak 28,29 mg/100 gr daun kelor. Zat besi terdapat di dalam sel eritrosit, sehingga dengan mengkonsumsi daun kelor dapat meningkatkan kadar hemoglobin, jika kadar hemoglobin di dalam tubuh tercukupi maka tidak akan terjadi anemia. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilakukan di desa Gondang Tengah RT 04, RW 08, Joho, Kecamatan Mojolaban, Kabupaten Sukoharjo. Metode yang digunakan pada pengabdian ini dengan pemeriksaan kadar Hemoglobin, penyuluhan terkait anemia dan pemanfaatan daun kelor untuk pengobatan anemia, serta pembagian produk agar-agar daun kelor dan leaflet sebagai sumber informasi. Berdasarkan hasil pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang telah dilakukan dapat disimpulkan bahwa  pengetahuan masyarakat terkait pemanfaatan daun kelor meningkat. Masyarakat diharapkan dapat mengolah daun kelor menjadi salah satu produk,  misalnya agar-agar yang mempunyai nilai ekonomi tinggi serta dapat digunakan untuk meningkatkan kadar hemoglobin.
ANALYZING KAMILA SHAMSIE’S A GOD IN EVERY STONE: COLONIALISM AND RESISTANCE
Authors:   department of English Abbottabad University of Science and Technology Havelian, Ayaz Sammar , Sidique Khan Saiqa ,   department of English Gomal University DIK, Haroon Ahmed Qazi ,   M.Phil English, Department of English Hazara University Mansehra
Published: February 2023

Colonialism has been in practice from the ancient times and the suffrage of the people on the part of being colonised is a frequently disscussed notion. Colonialism is the settlement and political control over the other nation or country, in which the colonised are “defeated and conquered, exploited and humiliated” by the colonizers (Cahen, 2012). Colonialism was not the same phenomenon in different times of the world but everywhere it brought the natives and the settlers into most complicated and traumatic relationships leading to the massacres and extinction of certain races. The colonisers try to eradicate the native culture, but it seems that the culture of the colonised society is “frozen” in time because it contains the same culture as it was before colonisation (Liz, 2013). If there is Colonialism consequently there will be a response against those colonial exploitations in the form of anti-Colonialism. Anti-Colonialism is the framework of the oppressed, it is a theory that appears from the very beginning in the understanding of local people and their experiences in the context of colonial oppressions (Simmons, & Dei, 2012). The colonised have to fight for them in order to save their traditions, culture and social norms. Anti-Colonialism is the response given to colonial subjugations and victimisations. It is the movement which empowered the colonised people to gain independence from the colonial masters. Anti-Colonialism heightens the necessity to throw out colonial control and re-establish the native governments. In the second half of the 20th century anti-Colonialism was expressed in terms of liberty. Kwame Nkrumah said that “Never before in history has such a sweeping fervorfor freedom expressed itself in great mass movements which are driving down the bastions of empire” (Nkrumah, 1970). This qualitative study discusses colonial practices regarding the control of colonised and the machinery of colonised i.e. social, political, religious, economical and others. Colonialism comes with its reaction that is Anti-colonialism that questions the hegemonies of colonials against colonised. This study specifically focuses on A God in Every Stone by Kamila Shamsie.
DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION OF SOCIO-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCALE (SEDS) TO MEASURE SOCIO-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF 5th GRADE STUDENTS
Authors:   Department of Education University of Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan, Ul Islam Mobeen , Rafi Khurram ,   Department of Education University of Gujrat, Punjab, Pakistan
Published: February 2023

ocio-emotional development is a very important aspect of students’ personality. In Pakistani education the system the priority of teachers and parents’ is to develop cognitive abilities. Teachers and school administration often found difficulty to assess their students’ socio-emotional development. Socio-emotional development is ignored domain in many schools of Pakistan. This research focused to develop a self-report scale for students’ socio-emotional development. 74 items were prepared against 8 domain elements of socio-emotional development after going through validity and reliability process 30 items were finalized against 6 domain elements of socio-emotional development. The findings indicated Keywords: Socio-emotional development, domain elements
PERCEPTION OF YOUTH REGARDING THE CREDIBILITY OF TV NEWS CHANNELS IN PAKISTAN
Authors:   Department of Mass Communication, Virtual University of Pakistan, Maham Arif Nadia , Khalid Aemen ,   School of Media and Communication Studies, University of Management & Technology, Arif Maham ,   Department of Mass Communication, Lahore Garrison University
Published: February 2023

Television is considered a powerful mass medium, which is not only meant for dissemination and analyzing the news but also has a strong impact on the social, cultural, and political approach of the audience. The boom in the TV industry of Pakistan in the early 21st century has resulted in the massive popularity of private news channels among viewers. The Urdu transmission of these channels is one of the reasons for popularity as the national language is spoken and understood by the majority population all over the country. However, the credibility of the content remains an issue always. The purpose of this research is to find out the perception of youth regarding the credibility of leading TV news channels Dunya News, ARY News, and Geo News. The study examines the youth’s perception regarding the credibility of news content. It also seeks to find out to what extent, prime-time talk shows of these channels, “On the Front”, “Off the Record” and “Capital Talk” are considered credible among youth considers. The present study is survey research in which data was collected from the undergraduate students of public and private sector universities of Lahore. Data were analyzed through Descriptive Statistics. Further, T-test was applied to find out the difference in perception based on demographic characteristics. The results show that the youth is more interested in watching talk shows rather than news bulletins. TV news channels are popular among youth due to a better understanding of the Urdu language, but with compromised credibility. The viewers believe that every TV channel has a certain agenda and it gives coverage to every news with a political bias. This biasedness has raised a question about the credibility of news channels among young viewers. Keywords: Perception, Credibility, Talk shows, News Channels, Political Bias
BETWEEN YOU AND ME THERE IS KINSHIP: ENVIRONMENTAL (UN)CONSCIOUSNESS AND HUMAN SUBJECTIVITY IN SELECTED PAKISTANI ATMOSPHERIC PROSE
Authors:   Department of English, University of Wah, Riaz Shahida , Noreen Shumaila ,   Department of English, University of Wah, Rana Nosheen ,   A/Chairperson English, Department of English, University of Wah
Published: February 2023

The anthropocentric treatment of Nature has exacerbated the environmental abuse and thus has provided a rationale for interdisciplinary research and deliberation of human-nature intersection in different ways. The notion of human connectivity in relation to environmental consciousness is being analyzed in metaphorical and multifaceted manifestations. Often dubbed as atmospheric prose, the environmental narratives, own a significant space in narrating the (un)conscious desires of human beings for reconnecting to nature as well as demonstrate autocratic rule over nature thereby resulting in characters’ ambivalent biophilic tendencies. Ecopsychology, a recent interdisciplinary field of inquiry centers on the belief that for the maintenance of psychological and physical health and sustainable societies, the notion of wholeness can only be achieved in an alliance with nature. Taking insights from the lens of ecopsychology, the current study provides understanding into the ways in which our psychic lives can cultivate a better understanding of biophilia, on one hand, and biophobia on the other hand. The role of Nature and environment as an unconscious healer, in Pakistani atmospheric prose, is an underexplored domain which demands literary investigations. Aamer Hussein, a famous short story writer from Pakistan delineates his artistic creation of atmosphere and characters through experimental atmospheric narratives. Taking Aamer Hussein’s The Swan’s Wife as a sample, the current study provides a window to the relationship between human subjectivity and the ways in which Nature serves as an unconscious domain of self-recognition and fulfillment. The story through the parallel treatment of humans in their complex relationships and Nature in multiple roles in the hands of humans provides some pertinent ecopsychological perspectives. The study offers insights into how self-society-nature nexus is a fruitful connoting mechanism for many psychological rifts of modern society. The study is significant as it shows that our connection with Nature and living in harmony with the natural systems is integral for our own wellbeing. Keywords: Anthropocentric; Biophilia; Biophobia; Environmental consciousness; Ecopsychology
MODELLING LEARNING TYPOLOGY AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE DURING COVID-19 LOCKDOWN
Authors:   Department of Sociology, University of Okara., Farid Shahzad , Muhammad Arshad Hafiz ,   Department of Teacher Education, University of Okara., Yaqoob Samina ,   Department of Sociology, University of Okara.
Published: February 2023

This study aimed to identify the learning typology during the COVID-19 lockdown in Europe and Asia and the effects of this learning classification on the academic performance of university students. We interviewed 584 students from different Asian and European universities through online survey method. The exploratory factor analysis identified three types of learners during the lockdown i.e., conventional, virtual, and virtually experiential learners. The structural equation modelling revealed that the virtual and virtually experiential learners performed better in universities than conventional learners during the lockdown. The study also explored the higher academic performance of female virtual learners than male virtual learners. However, male virtually experiential learners have two times higher academic performance than female virtually experiential learners. The study suggests exploring the effects of this learning typology in blended and traditional educational systems. Keywords: Academic performance, Internet, Online learning, students, traditional learning, University
ROLE OF LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT TOWARDS TEAM BUILDING
Authors:   Department of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies  University of Education, Lahore, Pakistan, Munir Hina , Fatima Qudsia ,   University of Education, Lahore
Published: February 2023

The cooperative association among teamwork and leadership cannot be overemphasized. In an increasingly knowledge-intensive world, the most effective leaders can face failure if the teams they lead fall short of their goals and get distract. In fact, without effective and intelligent leadership, a team can be a mess. There has been much debate about the leadership style and characteristics that make him perform as optimal team. Similarly, the components of highly effective teams have been studied and copied. Of course, leadership and teamwork cannot exist without each other. Achieving optimal organizational performance for successful results must be balanced, coordinated and teamed. Therefore, this paper reviews the best practices that enable the optimal balance of leadership and teamwork for success in a competitive environment. This article reviews the best practices that enable the optimal balance of leadership and teamwork for success in a competitive environment. The research methodology of my study was quantitative in nature. I have selected the head teachers of private schools for the collection of data of my study. 50 head teachers of private school near model town were selected by convenient sampling to collect my data. The results of my study were that there is a great role of Head Teachers as a leader to build a team in schools for a good working of the organization or workplace. Keywords: Leadership development, team building, organizational, cooperative relationship, leadership and teamwork
NEW CONCEPT OF PREDICTABLE TIME OFF AND ORGANIZATIONAL WORK DESIGN– ANALYZING THE VERY NATURE OF EMERGING CONTEMPORARY ISSUE
Authors:   Universiti Malaya/NDU, Rehman Muhammad Zia-ur- , Pasha Muhammad Akmal ,   Faculty of Management Sciences, University of Central Punjab, Akram Muhammad Nadeem ,   National Defence University, Pakistan.
Published: February 2023

The study focuses on the concept of predictable time off, which is a novel concept practiced in some business organizations. As it is challenging for researchers to derive a model which can simultaneously improve the work processes and the health of the organization simultaneously. In this situation, Predictable Time Off (PTO) is a work redesign model, which can be applied for not only improved work but also for healthier life. The purpose of this research is to assess the suitability of the model for organizations in Eastern Culture (i.e., Pakistani environment). Based on this conception, the study was carried out to examine the association of predictable time off and work design. Thus, the model was tested on a vocational training organization, comprising around 160 institutions and training centers. Around 09 heads of the institutions were interviewed with semi-structured questionnaire. The model was applied with the coordination of principals who were also the heads of the institutions. These sampled institutions heads practice of having five working days and around 45 hours per week, they were interviewed about their time spent at job with its divisions. Findings show that the model can improve their work and personal life, if it is applied properly and if pertinent contextual considerations were given due weightage Keywords: Predictable Time Off (PTO), Work redesign, globalization, technology
PRINT MEDIA AGENDA FOR THE GOVERNMENT STANCE ON COMPOSITE DIALOGUE WITH INDIA
Authors:   University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia, Sharif Kasim , Mahmood Qasim ,   Media & Communication Studies Department, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan, Zulfiqar Attia ,   Media & Communication Studies Department, National University of Modern Languages, Islamabad, Pakistan
Published: February 2023

Media is playing an important role in portraying Pak-India relations. In the process of supporting or rejecting the issue, the media can set its agenda for this purpose. The study is basically a content analysis of Pakistani Urdu newspapers. It has examined the coverage of “Composite Dialogue between Pakistan and India” in the two Urdu Dailies – The Jang and The Nawa i Waqt from 1st. October 2018 to 30th September 2019 makes the period of one year. The analysis of 2495 stories from two Urdu newspapers suggests that the overall stance of the government of Pakistan on the war on terror is supported by the Pakistani press. Thus, it supports the main hypothesis that the approach of the Pakistani press is more favorable than unfavorable towards the Pakistani government's stance on Composite Dialogue with. Keywords: Print Media Agenda, Composite Dialogue, India, Pakistan
AN EMPIRICAL EXAMINATION OF WORK LIFE BALANCE IN DUAL CAREER COUPLES IN PAKISTAN: A QUALITATIVE APPROACH
Authors:   Hazara University Mansehra Pakistan, Rahman Khalil ur , Islam Muhammad ,   Hazara University Mansehra Pakistan, Khan Khalil ,   Hazara University Mansehra Pakistan
Published: February 2023

This study examine the issues of work life balance in dual career couples in the selected universities of Peshawar city of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province of Pakistan. For this purpose, qualitative research protocol was used while interviewing 22 purposely selected dual career couples in the targeted locales. The selected participants were interviewed through Semi Structured Interviewed (SSI) in the participant setting, their narratives were documented, and thematic analysis were subsequently performed. The extracted themes were including role overload and role conflict, couples with children, spousal relations and interaction, and balancing work and family domain. The study reveals that dual career couples were experiencing role overload, role conflict and stressor while managing the multiple demands of occupational and family domain. Further, it was found that that the reported issues were heightened in the case of the couples with children. It is concluded from the study that dual career couples are experiencing significant role overload and stressor because of the lack of organizational support and absence of a viable public policy in the academic institutes of Pakistan. Keywords: Dual career couples, Family, Conflict, Role, Support
PAKISTAN UNDER CLIMATE CRISIS: THE ROLE OF DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL MEDIA
Authors:   Independent Researcher, Pakistan, Hussain Mahnoor , Agha Asim ,   Independent Researcher, Pakistan, Khan Shoaib Ali ,   Department of Political Science, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
Published: February 2023

Climate change causes global damage, ranging from weather patterns leading to drought and flooding to completely crippling a nation’s economy. These secondary effects of climate change are primarily caused by the developed nations’ unfathomable carbon emissions. Hence, there should be a collaborative effort from these nations to lessen the damage to under-developing countries. This paper aims to analyze the role of international & domestic media in the coverage of the climate crisis in Pakistan and how the dissemination of information is lacking in the media. Pakistan is one of the worst affected countries due to climate change, ironically being one of the least carbon emitters. The people of Pakistan need to be better informed about the consequences of changing climate, and this lack of awareness causes serious problems. The responsibility of spreading accurate information regarding weak policies, the impact of increasing carbon emission rates, and secondary complications caused to underdeveloped countries falls on the shoulders of domestic and international media outlets. Through qualitative research methodology, this study aims to prove how the media lags in disseminating the necessary facts and information to the public. In addition to highlighting the consistent failures of international media outlets when covering climate change, recommendations and actions are provided for courses of action that can be taken to remedy this problem. Keywords: Climate change, flood 2022, the role of media, domestic media, international media
RECOMMENDATIONS TO IMPROVE PRESENT LAWS TO CONTROL ACID ATTACKS AND THEIR IMPLEMENTATION IN PAKISTAN
Authors:   College of Law, GC University, Faisalabad, Ashiq Kashmala , Rizwan Mirza Shahid ,   College of Law, GC University, Faisalabad
Published: February 2023

Women are constantly being denied their human rights via distinct practices that are found in Pakistani society as honor killing, forced marriage and acid attacks. Perpetrators of acid attacks are still rarely captured and women in poor families are especially more vulnerable. Even more than 90% of the reported cases are not settled and justice is not delivered because of the perpetrators’ wealth. Rich individuals are more easily suitable to shirk the legal system and the police charges. Like other social changes, reforms against acid attacks in Pakistan are still moving too slow for Pakistani women. The lacuna in existing laws and hurdles in making new laws is permitting this stigma of society to grow. Our society is not allowing a woman to enjoy that status which she is given by Islam. The Qualitative research by using secondary data is done by studying Pakistani laws critically. In this article, comprehensive recommendations for making further reliable and effective laws in Pakistan are given. Awareness must be given to public regarding the real status and rights of women in Islam. New laws and better performance is the other tool to manage with this evil side of the society. Keywords: Acid Attacks, revenge, stigma of society, lacuna, comparative analysis, effective laws
ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM: A CASE STUDY OF THE PUNJAB ADR ACT 2019
Authors:   Department of Law, GCUF University, Faisalabad, Pakistan, Bhatti Muhammad Umer , Rizwan Mirza Shahid ,   Department of Law, GCUF University, Faisalabad, Pakistan
Published: February 2023

The judiciary can play an important role in practically executing the arbitration process and in encouraging the litigants to adopt the process of arbitration in a speedy and cost‐effective manner. The legal profession has to accept business and market needs, equip themselves with the knowledge and skills of mediation, and develop professional capacity in the field of ADR as this is a major requirement for modern‐day clients. The Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan under Article 37 is mandated to ensure inexpensive and expeditious justice. The use of ADR is defiantly one of the best possible options to resolve disputes expeditiously and restore the confidence of the people in the judicial system. ADR provides an alternative to litigants to settle their disputes by avoiding lengthy, multiple, and cost‐oriented proceedings. ADR has proven to be the best method for resolving disputes so efforts should be made by the Bench and the Bar for referring the matter to ADR as provided in the above laws. Keywords: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Criminal Justice System
PROMOTION OF MODERNISM THROUGH THE INFLUX OF PRIVATE CHANNELS IN PAKISTAN
Authors:   Department of Media & Communication Studies, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan, Shahid Rao , Raza Syed Yousaf ,   Department of Media & Communication Studies, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan, Shams Maham ,   Department of Media & Communication Studies, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan
Published: February 2023

Media plays a constructive role in the progress of any country. Either it can help the country in achieving its objectives and goals by highlighting and updating the problems of the society. On the other hand, media can also contribute towards the failure of any country by distorting the image of the country; spoil everything by distracting the attention of the people from important issues in order to control the mind of the people. In Pakistan drama is one of the major source of entertainment and very popular among the audience. Therefore, everyone talks about it every time but in the past these dramas based on strong story however, recently, these dramas were changed massively. The main goal of this paper is to investigate and find out whether modernism being promoted through the Pakistani dramas has positive or negative impact on the audience along with its impact on the culture and norms of Pakistani society. Present study was completely designed as qualitative research study. This study aimed at investigating the promotion of modernism with the help of dramas aired on private TV channels, therefore, present study was design to conduct the content analysis of the themes presented through the dramas. Moreover, the population of present study is comprised of all the private channels and dramas presented on these private channels. The sample was collected from the whole population by using purposive sample technique. Researcher selected almost 10 dramas by using purposive sample technique. For the present study, researcher used two data collection tools. One includes content analysis another tool includes media content analysis. The findings revealed that the elements of modernism have deep impact on the stories and themes of dramas. Moreover, the popular themes of Pakistani dramas are based on class struggle, quest for the identity, westernization and loss of religion and cultural values. Keywords: Television, Dramas, Modernism, Media, Society
DOES INNOVATION DETERMINE THE OPERATIONAL AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE? EVIDENCE FROM BANKING SECTOR OF PAKISTAN
Authors:   Department of Management Science, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad Pakistan, Fareed Faizan , Saeed Sadia ,   Department of Management Science, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad Pakistan, Zulfiqar Sehar ,   Department of Management Science, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad Pakistan
Published: February 2023

This study empirically analyzes the effects of innovation on the operational and financial performance of the banking sector during the time frame from 2010 to 2020. Innovations including automatic teller machines, internet banking and point of sale on the performance of banks are examined through a dynamic panel model using a generalized method of moments. To reduce the correlation and biasness problem GMM estimators are formulated. The results of this study display that automatic teller machines and internet banking have a positive impact on financial performance whilst they have a negative effect on operational performance. Although Point of sale has a poor substantial impact on the financial performance of banks, but it has spacious effect on the banks’ operational performance. The findings of the study expand the understanding of bank managers to improve their market share through innovative electronic banking in the fierce global competition within the banking industry. Keyword: Innovation, financial and operational performance, ROA, ROA, NIM dynamic panel model, profitability