bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Legal and Ethical Issues in IoT based Smart City: Data Privacy, Surveillance, and Citizen Rights
Authors: Anwar Sayeed , Panda Ujjeisheei , Mohapatra Hitesh
Published: October 2024

As Internet of Things (IoT) technologies revolutionize urban infrastructure and services, smart cities increasingly encounter intricate legal and ethical challenges. This expanded abstract delves into the existing literature on the legal and ethical issues associated with smart cities and IoT. It highlights crucial topics, including data privacy laws, accountability frameworks, fairness, transparency, and responsible data use. Legal questions are primarily concerned with ensuring compliance with existing regulations, while ethical considerations emphasize equitable access to services, transparency in operations, and mitigation of algorithmic biases. Moreover, this abstract explores the interdisciplinary connections between urban governance, technological innovation, and policy advice, aiming to foster comprehensive approaches to addressing these challenges. It emphasizes the importance of developing frameworks that adhere to legal requirements and uphold principles of equity and ethical responsibility. In summary, this abstract sets the stage for future research and policy-making efforts, providing a structured approach to navigate the complexities of deploying smart city and IoT technologies. It underscores the necessity of balancing technological advancement with adherence to legal standards and ethical norms, ensuring that smart city developments contribute positively to societal well-being and fairness.
The International Expansion of Chinese MNEs in Developed Markets: A Surfboard Perspective
Authors: Xia Jonson , Huang Xueli , Li Steven
Published: October 2024

The international landscape has changed remarkably in the last decade. This fast-changing business context necessitates the re-examination of the IB theories for Chinese MNEs’ internationalization in developed markets within the current volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) setting. In this paper, we firstly propose a novel term of ‘Western Shock’ to elucidate the unpleasant encounters and barriers Chinese MNEs are experiencing in developed markets. Furthermore, drawing on the springboard perspective and dynamic capabilities theory, we introduce a ‘surfboard perspective’ to help researchers and practitioners better understand the motives and behaviours of Chinese MNEs’ internationalization during the ‘post-springboard’ phase.
PLAN DE FORMACIÓN DEL INSTITUTO ANDALUZ DE ADMINISTRACIÓN PÚBLICA 2009
Authors:   INSTITUTO ANDALUZ DE ADMINISTRACIÓN PÚBLICA
Published: October 2024

Plan de Formación para el Instituto Andaluz de Administración Pública de 2009.
PLAN DE FORMACIÓN 2013
Authors:   INSTITUTO ANDALUZ DE ADMINISTRACIÓN PÚBLICA
Published: October 2024

El plan de 2013 contiene una amplísima oferta formativa con más de 900 actividades y 30.000 plazas. Para su diseño se han alcanzado acuerdos y consensos con corporaciones locales, agentes sociales, universidades y otros organismos que colaboran en el desarrollo del plan. Contiene una amplia oferta de acciones formativas organizadas en 6 líneas de actuación relativas a la formación que gestiona directamente el Instituto, tanto para el personal al servicio de la Administración General de la Junta de Andalucía, de sus agencias administrativas y de régimen especial, como para el personal no judicial al servicio de la Administración de Justicia. Se incluyen también las acciones de carácter interadministrativo que se llevan a cabo en colaboración, fundamentalmente con la Administración Local; y, por último, existe una línea de actuación que contiene las colaboraciones institucionales con organizaciones sindicales y universidades.
PLAN DE FORMACIÓN 2012 DEL INSTITUTO ANDALUZ DE ADMINISTRACIÓN PÚBLICA
Authors:   INSTITUTO ANDALUZ DE ADMINISTRACIÓN PÚBLICA
Published: October 2024

El plan 2012, más comprensivo que en años anteriores, recoge no sólo las acciones formativas gestionadas por el IAAP, sino también las que serán homologadas al resto de consejerías de la Junta de Andalucía, e incorpora una línea de actuación específica referida a las acciones formativas que van a desarrollar las organizaciones sindicales y en colaboración con otras instituciones.
SERBIAN PARTY (1920-1926): IDEOLOGY - PRACTICE - OUTCOME
Authors:   University og Belgrade, Faculty of Philosophy, Institute of History Belgrade, Serbia, Dragosavljević Vasilije
Published: October 2024

This paper reconstructs the ideology and political practice of the Serbian Party, the only political party that in the first Yugoslav state stood for Serbian nationalism and the defense of Serbian cultural and state traditions. The central theme of the paper is the attitude of the ideologues of the Serbian Party towards Yugoslavism as a state and national idea. Special attention is paid to the attitudes of the Serbian Party towards the so-called the “Croatian question” and its relation to Bosnian and Old Serbian Muslims, Catholic clericalism and national minorities. In addition, we expose the foreign policy conceptions of the Serbian Party and its relationship with neighboring countries and the Versailles order. At the end, we analyzed the attitudes of the Serbian Party towards the leading political parties of the first Yugoslav state and its cooperation with ideologically similar political groups such as the Serbian National Youth (SRNAO), the Serbian National Organization, the Warrior Party and the Associations of Volunteers and thewar invalids.
TRANSVERSAL AS WELL AS VERTICAL ROUTES? TRAFFIC CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THE KINGDOM OF YUGOSLAVIA AND THE KINGDOM OF ALBANIA 1929–1935.
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Philosophy, Institute for Recent History of Serbia, Koneski Nikola
Published: October 2024

Based on archival materials, published sources, press, and relevant literature, this paper presents and analyzes the traffic connections between the Kingdom of Yugoslavia and the Kingdom of Albania from 1929 to 1935. During the studied period, the two neighboring countries were connected by maritime, road, lake, and river transport. There were no direct rail or air lines between them. Good traffic connections were one of the prerequisites for the success of the Yugoslav political-economic action aimed at preventing the further spread of Italian influence in Albania. However, due to the economic crisis and other factors, there was lack of decisive measures by the Yugoslav state to improve transportation connections with Albania, which continued to hinder the development of Yugoslav-Albanian trade, tourism, mobility and postal communication.
Architecture of the Popović Tonkić palace in Leskovac
Authors:   University of Belgrade, Faculty of Philosophy, Serbia, Gačić Ivanov Jelena
Published: October 2024

The economic and social development of Leskovac was accompanied by intensive construction activity. The urban environment was enriched by the construction of private residential buildings, whose owners were distinguished members of the bourgeois class. The palace of industrialist Milan Popović Tonkić occupies a prominent place in the architectural heritage of Leskovac. It was built in 1937 as a monumental corner building for residential and commercial purposes. It was designed by architect Miša Manojlović, who had a private design office in Belgrade with his colleague Isak Azriel. His independent authorship is evidenced by a marble tile placed on the corner part, under the window of the former tavern. Since historical styles were preferred in the circles of clients due to the expression of social position, the author applied an academic style tempered by a personal reinterpretation of experimentation with form. Following the contemporary practice of designing residential architecture, he paid equal attention to the interior of the building, applying high-quality decorative treatment and functional disposition of the Belgrade apartment. After more then a decade since the last historiographic contributions on the history and visual identity of the building, the main goal of this research is to contextualize the Popović Tonkić palace in Leskovac with phenomenological and stylistic aspects of interwar residential architecture.
Students’ Evaluation of ESP Textbook in the IT Field – A Pilot Study
Authors:   State University of Novi Pazar/English language department, Serbia, Kočović Pajević Milica
Published: October 2024

The research presents an evaluation of a textbook used in ESP classes, based on students’ perceptions, aiming to identify strengths and areas for improvement. Data were collected from 60 respondents who rated various aspects of the textbook on a 7-point Likert scale. Students evaluated categories based on pre-determined criteria. The results indicate that students highly appreciate the textbook’s clarity in grammar and its contemporary and relevant topics. On the other hand, lower scores were noted for the balance of textual and visual elements and the language level of tasks, suggesting a need for better integration of visuals and more advanced tasks to cater to higher proficiency levels. Additionally, including different varieties of English could enhance the textbook’s appeal. Overall, while the textbook is well-received, addressing these specific areas could further improve student satisfaction and learning outcomes. This study emphasizes the importance of continuous feedback in the language learning and teaching process, which would further contribute to improvements in educational resources, primarily textbooks, to better meet learners’ needs.
COMPARATIVE STUDY OF FATTY ACIDS FORMATION IN NATURAL AND GENETICALLY MODIFIED BLACKBERRY SEEDS
Authors: Dadayan Slavik A. , Poghosyan Artavazd S. , Arstamyan Lilit A. , Hovhannisyan Anahit M. , Ghazaryan Samvel G. , Sheyranyan Marina A. , Dadayan Ani S.
Published: October 2024

The work is devoted to a comparative study of fatty acids formation in natural and genetically modified blackberry seeds (collected in the foothill landscapes of Alaverdi Town, Republic of Armenia, and those of genetically modified blackberries (Rubus caesius L.), grown in greenhouse conditions in Yerevan City, harvest of 2023) capable of accumulating them in large quantities in order to justify the choice of the most valuable oilseed raw material for the production of natural oils that are in high demand in the food industry and cosmetology. It has been shown that the oil content of the studied genetically modified blackberry seeds is about two times higher than that of natural blackberry seeds. These seeds are the most promising oilseed raw material for the production of natural oils by the method of cold pressing that are in high demand in cosmetology, for example, for the production of moisturizing cream for hands and feet based on chemically pure glycerin.
EFFICIENCY OF APPLICATION OF SURFACTANT-MODIFIED NATURAL ZEOLITE FOR REMOVAL OF METALS FROM AKHTALA AND SHNOGH RIVERS WATERS
Authors: Tangamyan Lena Sh.
Published: October 2024

The sorption (removal) efficiency of anionic surfactant modified natural zeolite from Nor Koghb deposit in relation to metal contaminants of water samples from Akhtala and Shnogh Rivers has been studied. It is shown that suggested anionic surfactant modified zeolites exhibit high sorption capability for metal adsorption from multi-component natural aquatic systems.
Pedagogical Conditions for Developing the Ability of Logical Thinking in Primary School Children
Authors: Toshpulatova Durdona
Published: October 2024

The integration of our country into the world community, the development of science and technology require the young generation to be competitive in the changing world. It is ensured by implementing international experience and models in teaching mother tongue and reading literacy as well as natural sciences. This article discusses the concept of pedagogical conditions for developing the ability of logical thinking in primary school children.
Pathologische Diagnostik beim Kolorektalkarzinom: Gewebe- und Flüssigbiopsie in die ­Therapiestrategie integrieren
Authors: Neumann Jens H. L.
Published: October 2024

Das kolorektale Karzinom (KRK) ist die zweithäufigste Ursache für krebsbedingte Todesfälle in Europa. Zur Behandlung dieser malignen Erkrankung besteht ein hoher Bedarf für integrierte diagnostische und therapeutische Strategien. Denn histologische Subtypen besitzen eine eigene prognostische Relevanz in Abhängigkeit vom zugrundeliegenden Mikrosatellitenstatus. Zudem korreliert ein Tumor-Budding mit einem höheren Risiko für eine Lymphknotenmetastasierung. Daneben ist das pathologische postoperative Tumorstadium (pT-Stadium) entscheidend für die Prognose. Zusätzlich bewertet die R-Klassifikation das Vorhandensein eines Residualtumors, was sich insbesondere auf die Behandlungsentscheidungen bei Rektumkarzinomen auswirkt. Darüber hinaus leiten molekulare Biomarker die Behandlung des metastasierten KRK. Ein neues Instrument zur Erkennung minimaler Resterkrankungen ist die Liquid Biopsy, mithilfe derer zirkulierende Tumor-DNA (ctDNA) analysiert wird.
Standards und neue Entwicklungen: Therapie des lokal begrenzten Rektumkarzinoms
Authors: Stintzing Sebastian
Published: October 2024

Die Therapie des lokal fortgeschrittenen Rektumkarzinoms (LARC) hat durch die Entwicklung der totalen neoadjuvanten ­Therapie (TNT) für Tumoren mit sehr hoher Rezidivrate neue Impulse bekommen. Weitere aktuelle Fragestellungen beschäftigen sich mit dem Organerhalt, der Reduktion der Toxizität und neuen lokalen Behandlungsmethoden, die in den vergangenen Jahren durch Studienergebnisse untersucht worden sind. Für die Sondergruppe der Tumoren mit hochgradiger Mikrosatelliteninstabilität (MSI-H)/Mismatch-Reparatur-Defizienz (dMMR) ist die alleinige Therapie mit einem Immuncheckpoint-Inhibitor wirksam und sollte anderen Therapie­methoden vorgezogen werden. In diesem Beitrag wird auf aktuelle Entwicklungen, die Therapiewahl nach Risikostratifizierung sowie derzeitige Studien eingegangen.
Review of The Financial Health of Bank During Increasing Foreclosed Assets and The Application of Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) in Selecting Strategies to Reduce Them
Authors:   School of Business and Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia, Jefry Jefry , Sudrajad Oktofa Yudha ,   School of Business and Management, Bandung Institute of Technology, Indonesia
Published: October 2024

PT Bank Laju International Tbk (the Bank) has struggled with its increased foreclosed assets, particularly those originating from mortgage loans, which could affect its financial health. The research assessed Bank’s financial health using Risk Based Bank Rating (RBBR) framework by analysing key financial ratios and investigating the root causes of rising foreclosed assets through Fishbone and Pareto analysis. Key factors include customer income instability, slow progress in selling foreclosed assets, and lack of insurance protection during economic downturns. To select effective strategies for managing foreclosed assets, the research utilized Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), a Multi-Criteria Decision-Making method, to evaluate multiple alternatives based on various criteria, which were derived from Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with Bank’s officers, who directly involved in mortgage loans and foreclosed assets activities, also reference with Bank’s SWOT analysis. The research evaluated three alternatives strategy: Protection Insurance for Customer’s Mortgage Loans. Actively Partnering with property agents to accelerate sale of foreclosed assets as-is. Collaborating with property agents to renovate foreclosed assets. The result showed that despite the increase in foreclosed assets, the Bank remains financially sound, with key financial ratios within acceptable regulatory limits. AHP analysis revealed that alternative 1 stands in first place to be prioritized, followed by alternative 2, however between both alternatives indicates a very small difference in prioritization weight, which means that both strategies are important to be executed and prioritized. Proposal to implement both alternatives in parallel would be a very effective strategy, where alternative 1 conduct as Preventive Strategy in preventing customer’s mortgage loans defaults, while alternative 2 as Corrective Strategy in lowering foreclosed assets volume. Alternative 3 acts as a complement strategy, where renovating foreclosed assets could facilitate quicker sales, however it’ll take longer time for renovation itself.
Unlocking wellness: the comprehensive impact of community-based exercise programs on older adults
Authors: Aditya Ronal Surya , Yusuf Ah , Rahmatika Qory Tifani , Masfi Achmad , Ramadhan Muhammad Putra , Sunaryo Eri Yanuar Akhmad Budi , Afiani Nurma , Evi Nurul , Widjayanti Yhenti , Santi Neni Fidya , Soares Domingos , AlMutairi Reem Iafi
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Community-based exercise programs have been shown to significantly improve physical health, cognitive function, and emotional well-being in older adults. However, the factors influencing varying levels of benefit among participants and the challenges they face in maintaining participation remain underexplored. Aim: This study aimed to explore the multifaceted impacts of a community-based exercise program on older adults, focusing on their physical, psychological, and social experiences. Method: A qualitative study design was employed, utilizing thematic analysis to identify themes and sub-themes from participant experiences. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus groups, and participant observations. Participants in-cluded 45 older adults aged 60 years and above who had been in the program for at least three months. Result: The analysis revealed several key themes: Improvement in Physical Function (increased mobility, strength, balance, and endurance), Enhanced Exercise Self-Efficacy (confidence in physical abilities, positive attitude toward exercise, self-management of health), Social and Emotional Benefits (social connections, emotional support, motivation from group dynamics, reduced loneliness), Psychological and Cognitive Benefits (increased mental alertness, stress reduction, improved mood), Overcoming Initial Challenges (physical barriers, psycholog-ical hesitations, adapting to new routines), Long-Term Commitment and Behavior Change (continued participation, development of healthy habits, increased awareness of health), and Program Design and Facilitators' Role (tailored exercises, positive influence of instructors, accessibility of the program). Conclusion: Community-based exercise programs offer multifaceted benefits for older adults, including physical, psychological, and social improvements. These findings underscore the need for personalized approaches and enhanced support systems to maximize benefits and ensure sustained engagement.
Keywords: Older Adults, Community-Based Exercise, Physical Health, Psychological Well-Being, Social Interaction
Soccer training load research mapping and trends: a bibliometric analysis
Authors: Apriantono Tommy , Hasan Muhamad Fahmi , Ramania Nia Sri , Syafriani Rini , Kusnaedi Kusnaedi , Sunadi Didi , Bahri Samsul , Juniarsyah Agung Dwi , Latief Gifran Rihla Gifarka , Elhaque Qintarazany M. , Festiawan Rifqi , Pambudi Yudhi Teguh
Published: October 2024

In soccer, monitoring training load is crucial for performance enhancement, optimizing recovery, and preventing injury risks. The research trend in training load within soccer has been rapidly evolving, making this bibliometric study instrumental in understanding the direction of research focus in soccer training load. The objective of this study is to comprehend and explore the current state of research on soccer training load. This research analysis includes mapping contributions by country, publication years, authors, articles, and their respective citation counts. Findings indicate that research on training load in soccer commenced as early as 1976 and has gradually expanded with time, with a significant increase observed in 2019, marked by 109 articles addressing training load in soccer. The United Kingdom emerges as the top country in terms of scholarly publications and citation counts in this field.
Keywords: soccer, training load, bibiometric analysis.
Traditional exercise vs. online fitness classes: a comparison based on participants’ enjoyment
Authors: Zourladani Athanasia , Ntovoli Apostolia , Alexandris Konstantinos
Published: October 2024

Online exercise has been developed as an alternative to traditional in-class exercise during the period of COVID-19. However, it has been shown to be a promising supplementary business model for many fitness and exercise clubs and associations. This paper aimed to compare enjoyment between traditional and online video streaming exercises and in relation to participants’ perception of service quality. The data were collected with an online survey that took place in Greece. Three hundred and forty-eight individuals participated in the study (N=348). Enjoyment was measured with the Physical Activity Enjoyment Scale (PACES). The results indicated higher enjoyment scores in the traditional classes than in the online classes. The cluster analysis revealed three enjoyment level groups with online exercise: high, moderate, and low. An exploratory factor analysis showed the existence of four service quality dimensions, adjusted to the context of online exercise (outcome, communication / Interaction, online exercise programs, online platform). Statistically significant differences were revealed in all four service quality dimensions among the three enjoyment cluster groups. These results propose that online classes are less enjoyable than the traditional ones, but still with good enjoyment scores. Fitness clubs should therefore continue exploring further development of online fitness sessions, as a complimentary service to their members. The use of modern online technology and the further training of exercise professionals can help them in this direction.
Keywords: Online Video Streaming Exercise, Enjoyment, Service Quality
DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE AND RISK FACTORS OF HEAD AND NECK SQUAMOUS CELL CARCINOMA IN NATIONAL ONCOLOGY CENTER IN ADEN, YEMEN: PROSPECTIVE CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors: Atef Abdullateef Mohammed , Abdul-Hamid Gamal
Published: October 2024

Head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC) is a significant health concern in Yemen, with a notable impact on the population. Major risk factors for HNSCC in this region include qat chewing, cigarette smoking, and tobacco. The goal of our study was to analyze the correlation between demographic profiles, affected anatomical sites, and risk factors. A prospective cross-sectional study was conducted using data extracted from the medical records of patients diagnosed with HNSCC at the National Oncology Center (NOC) in Aden, Yemen, covering the period from January 2023 to December 2023. Information on patient demographics, primary tumor locations, family history, and exposure to risk factors such as qat chewing and cigarette smoking was collected through a structured questionnaire. The study included 100 patients, with a male-to-female ratio of 2.45:1. The mean age of the patients was 53.2 ± 14.7 years, with a significant portion (41%) falling in the 36–54 age group and (40%) falling in the 55–73 age group. The most commonly affected site was the nasopharynx, accounting for 48% of cases. Qat chewing was the predominant risk factor among patients (74%), followed by cigarette smoking (50%) and tobacco (28%). Middle-aged individuals, particularly men aged 36–54 and 55–73 years, are disproportionately affected by HNSCC in Yemen. The nasopharynx emerges as the most prevalent site of cancer. Qat chewing stands out as a prevalent risk factor among patients, followed by cigarette smoking and tobacco. Public education on the risk factors associated with HNSCC is essential for effective disease management and prevention efforts in Yemen.
SEROPREVALENCE OF TOXOPLASMA GONDII AMONG CANCER PATIENTS IN AL-AMAL CENTER FOR TREATMENT OF CANCER PATIENTS IN TAIZ CITY, YEMEN
Authors: Al-Taj Mohammed Abdo , Alkobati Hekma Ali Hassan
Published: October 2024

The current study was done in Taiz city during the period from March 2019 to march 2020, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of Toxoplasma gondii infection among cancer patients and to determine the association of T. gondii seropositivity in cancer patients with gender, age and number of chemical doses in Al-Amal Center for Treatment of Cancer Patients in Taiz governorate, Yemen, using serological test by rapid devise Toxo-kits method. A total of 368 blood samples from cancer patients were collected and examined for anti-Toxoplasma gondii IgG and IgM antibodies. The overall T. gondii seroprevalence, including both Immunoglobulin G (IgG) and Immunoglobulin M (IgM) positive individuals was 42.12% (155/368). The seroprevalence rate of IgG and IgM antibodies was 41.58% (153/368) and 14.13% (52/368), respectively. Regarding sex, no statistically significant difference was found, with 65 seropositive out of 148 (43.92%) in males and 90 out of 220 (40.91%) in females (P>0.05). The seroprevalence of T. gondii infection was high in all age groups, especially in younger and older cancer patients (aged from 1-10 and >80 years old), (50.00%) in each; while the lower seroprevalence (25.81%) was detected in cancer patients aged 21 to 30 years old, but the differences were not significant (P> 0.05). Moreover, the seroprevalence of toxoplasmosis was higher in individuals treated with chemotherapy (43.07%) than those not used chemotherapy (39.60%), with no significant difference (P>0.05). T. gondii infection remains a major threat to cancer patients, and it needs proper screening, diagnosis and treatment.
KNOWLEDGE AND ATTITUDE OF URBAN AND RURAL MOTHER IN AL MUKALLA CITY ABOUT VACCINATION, 2023
Authors: Al-Noabn Maysa Saeed , Yakobi Sarah Yosef Ali
Published: October 2024

Vaccination is a critical public health strategy for preventing infectious diseases in children, yet vaccine hesitancy remains a significant challenge, particularly among mothers who influence their children's health decisions. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge and attitudes of mothers in urban and rural areas of Al-Mukalla, Yemen, regarding childhood vaccinations. A total of 581 women with at least one child under five participated, with data collected on their knowledge, sources of information, and attitudes towards vaccination. Results indicated that urban mothers had a higher level of awareness regarding the importance of vaccination compared to their rural counterparts, with 76% of rural mothers lacking knowledge about its significance. Urban mothers primarily relied on media (71%) and doctors (56%) as information sources, while rural mothers depended more on societal channels. Moreover, urban mothers demonstrated a more positive attitude towards vaccination, in contrast to the skepticism observed among rural mothers, influenced by cultural beliefs and misinformation. The findings highlight a critical need for targeted educational interventions to address knowledge gaps and enhance vaccine uptake, particularly in rural communities, ultimately aiming to improve child health outcomes in the region.
Student satisfaction in virtual education
Authors: Aleman Vilca Yaneth , Alarcón Saravia Paola , Pacheco Quico Miguel , Carita Choquecahua Ariosto , Bellido Medina Rildo , Calizaya Lopez Jose
Published: October 2024

Virtual education emerged as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, allowing for educational continuity through social distancing. However, this transition revealed inequalities in access to and use of technology among students and teachers, influenced by factors such as geographical location, economic resources, and technology training. Additionally, the pandemic generated psychosocial issues that impacted students' emotional well-being, increasing stress and sleep disorders. Although various studies have analyzed virtual education, focusing on its behavior during and after the crisis, a significant gap has been observed between public and private education in terms of resources and quality. This study focuses on student satisfaction in virtual education, exploring conditions and methodological variables, and is part of a chapter in a book examining the educational system during the pandemic.
HACIA UNA SOCIEDAD INCLUSIVA
Authors: Sotomayor Celi María Soledad , Blacio Aguirre Phd Galo Stalin
Published: October 2024

La creación de una sociedad inclusiva implica reconocer y promover los derechos fundamentales de todas las personas, independientemente de sus capacidades. En este contexto, resulta imperativo abordar de manera específica el derecho al trabajo de las personas con discapacidad.  En el presente artículo se analiza el derecho al trabajo de las personas con discapacidad en el Ecuador, como un derecho fundamental inherente a la dignidad del ser humano, ya que su reconocimiento involucra un sinnúmero de toma de decisiones y políticas públicas por parte del Estado ecuatoriano encaminadas a eliminar barreras y adaptar el entorno social que permita lograr una efectiva inserción al trabajo de este grupo de personas de atención prioritaria. El objetivo central es identificar las barreras que enfrentan en el ámbito laboral las personas con discapacidad así como las mejores prácticas y políticas que han demostrado ser efectivas en diversos contextos, con el fin de promover un entorno laboral inclusivo y equitativo.
Para ello, se ha aplicado un análisis comparativo, que permita contrastar las políticas y prácticas de inclusión laboral ejecutadas dentro de nuestro país, identificando los factores clave que contribuyen al éxito de dichas iniciativas.
Parental and Learner Factors Affecting Teaching of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Programmes in Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria
Authors: Sanusi Omobola Amudalat , Yusuf Latifat
Published: October 2024

This research work examined the Parental and Learner Factors Affecting Teaching of Technical and Vocational Education and Training Programmes in Tertiary Institutions. TVET is an education that gives individuals the skills to live, learn and work as a productive citizen in a global society. The study was guided by two research questions and two null hypotheses. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The population of the study is 589 which comprised all the TVET lecturers from the thirteen colleges of education in North-west, Nigeria. Purposive sampling technique was used to select the two technical colleges of education from the thirteen colleges of education. 161 TVET lecturers from the two colleges of education selected, participated in the study. A questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection. The findings revealed that poor attitudes of parents and low Interest of the learner to learn TVET with mean score of 3.4 and 3.7 respectively are key factors affecting teaching of TVET programmes in Tertiary Institutions. It was concluded that students’ interest need to be sustained in vocational technical subjects. The study recommended that successful entrepreneurs in all areas of technical and vocational education should be invited to give career-talks and serve as role models to create awareness to students.
Transformational Leadership of School Heads, Team Building Effectiveness, and Stress Management Competency: A Structural Equation Model on Attitude to Organizational Change of Teachers
Authors: Manglallan Nestor B. , Tagadiad Celso L.
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to determine the best-fit model for teachers’ attitudes toward organizational change as influenced by transformational leadership of school heads, team building effectiveness, and stress management competency among 400 public elementary school teachers in Davao Region, Philippines. Using the Structural Equation Model Analysis, findings revealed very high levels of Transformational Leadership of school heads, team building effectiveness, stress management competency, and attitude of teachers to organizational change. Moreover, there is no significant correlation between the Transformational Leadership of school heads and the attitude of teachers toward toward organizational change. However, the result of team building effectiveness and the attitude of teachers toward organizational change have a significant relationship. The stress management competency and the attitude of teachers toward organizational change were also correlated. Meanwhile, the overall model needs to be more critical, indicating that these factors do not explain a significant portion of the variance in attitudes to organizational change. Further, results showed that Model 3 passed the criteria for the best-fit model since it showed that team-building effectiveness has a significant positive direct effect on attitudes toward organizational change, suggesting that effective team-building positively influences how teachers perceive organizational change. Its three observed retained indicators measured it: Self-oriented, Relationship Oriented, and Responsibility Oriented Roles. Stress Management Competency has a negative direct effect on Attitudes to Organizational Change measured by four observed retained indicators: Managing Emotions and having Integrity, Managing and communicating existing and Future Work, Managing the Individual within the team, and Managing Difficult Situations. Likewise, attitudes to organizational change are Influenced by both Team Building Effectiveness and Stress Management Competency measured by retained indicators: Attitude of Cynicism to Change, Attitude of Opposition due to Fear Uncertainty, and Attitude of Acceptance to Change. The findings were supported by the theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) by Icek Ajzen. It posits that an individual’s intention to engage in a behavior is being used to understand how these factors influence employees’ intentions and attitudes toward organizational changes. Using TPB in this organizational change context often focuses on how these factors can predict the likelihood of employees accepting and adapting to changes.
ANÁLISE DAS MULHERES PRETAS EM CARGOS DE LIDERANÇA POLÍTICA NA CIDADE DE GOIÁS-GO NO PERÍODO DE 2016 A 2024
Authors: Batista da Silva Emilene Aparecida , Alves de Andrade Kayllane , Camilo da Silva Nogueira Italo
Published: October 2024

O artigo examina a inserção de mulheres negras em cargos de liderança política na cidade de Goiás-GO entre 2016 e 2024, destacando os impactos do racismo e do patriarcado nesse contexto. Inicialmente, a análise contextualiza a luta histórica das mulheres por direitos civis e políticos, enfatizando que, apesar das conquistas, como o direito ao voto e a participação crescente em funções públicas, as mulheres negras continuam enfrentando discriminação racial e de gênero. A pesquisa investiga como essas mulheres têm superado barreiras estruturais que limitam sua representação em posições de liderança. O estudo revela que, embora haja um aumento gradual na participação feminina na política, a presença de mulheres negras em cargos de poder permanece extremamente limitada, com uma predominância masculina nas esferas decisórias. Esse desequilíbrio revela um cenário de desigualdade que impacta a efetividade da democracia e a representatividade das diversas vozes na sociedade. O artigo busca entender os desafios específicos enfrentados por mulheres negras, incluindo preconceitos enraizados, falta de apoio institucional e a necessidade de conciliar a vida política com as demandas familiares e sociais. Além disso, destaca as contribuições significativas dessas mulheres para a sociedade, que muitas vezes são desconsideradas. A estrutura do artigo inclui uma introdução, fundamentação teórica sobre a liderança feminina negra, metodologia, análise dos dados e conclusões sobre as contribuições e dificuldades enfrentadas. Essa abordagem amplia a discussão sobre a importância da diversidade e inclusão na política, propondo caminhos para promover a igualdade de gênero e raça.
MELHORIA DA QUALIDADE UTILIZANDO ONE FACTOR AT A TIME (OFAT) ATRAVÉS DO DESIGN OF EXPERIMENTS (DoE): ESTUDO DE CASO EM UMA INDÚSTRIA DE POLIESTIRENO EXPANDIDO (EPC)
Authors: César Francisco Ignácio Giocondo , Freitas Fernandes André , Bruno Falcone Oian Daniele Maria , Oian Carlos Alberto , Kanaschiro Makiya Ieda
Published: October 2024

Design of Experiments (DoE) é uma ferramenta estatística utilizada no Six Sigma, um recurso multifuncional que pode ser usada em diversas situações, com a finalidade de comparações entre diversas possibilidades de um mesmo sistema, com a triagem de variáveis. Esta ferramenta tem por objetivo obter um projeto (processo, produto ou resultado) com a melhor otimização dos recursos, de forma a conservar a robustes do projeto. Embora a utilização do Six Sigma enfatize a utilização do DoE, os engenheiros ainda consideram uma técnica difícil de aplicar e interpretar. Por esta razão, o objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar uma metodologia que tenta facilitar a implementação do Design of Experiments (DoE), como uma abordagem para preencher a lacuna existente entre a técnica e a prática do cotidiano dos pesquisadores e engenheiros, utilizando a ferramenta One Factor at a Time (OFAT). Essa é uma abordagem simples e direta para conduzir um experimento e analisar os efeitos de fatores de forma individual em um processo ou produto em qualquer ambiente organizacional. Realizou-se uma pesquisa bibliográfica exploratória sobre o tema OFAT nas bases Google Acadêmico e Web of Science. Em seguida, foi realizado um estudo de caso em uma indústria produtora de poliestireno expandido (EPS), para exemplificar a utilização da ferramenta OFAT. A partir dos vários experimentos realizados, foi possível avaliar a utilização de ferramentas OFAT que, apesar de utilizar uma metodologia simples, leva a resultados satisfatórios em termos de melhoria de processo e da qualidade final do produto avaliado.
Analytical Neural Network System for the Helicopter Turboshaft Engines Operating Modes Classification
Authors: Vladov Serhii , Avkurova Zhadyra , Lytvyn Vasyl , Zhovnir Yurii
Published: October 2024

A novel neural network-based analytical system has been developed for classifying helicopter turboshaft engine operating modes during flight operations. This system utilizes a neural network architecture comprising an input layer with three neurons, two fully connected hidden layers, and an output layer with two neurons. The proposed approach demonstrates an exceptional recognition accuracy of 0.997 (99.7%) across steady-state, unsteady, and transient operating modes of helicopter turboshaft engines. A new method for training this neural network has been introduced, employing forward propagation, loss calculation, backpropagation, and weight updates, enhanced by an adaptive learning rate and the cross-entropy function as the loss criterion. The method also incorporates a novel modified Smooth ReLU activation function for hidden layer neurons. This innovation led to a near-perfect accuracy in network training and reduced the loss to 0.025 (2.5%), highlighting the high quality and reliability of the neural network in classifying engine operating modes during flight. Furthermore, it has been empirically shown that the application of this neural network significantly reduces type I errors by a factor of 2.09 to 2.14 and type II errors by 2.05 to 2.21 times compared to traditional classifiers based on ART-1 and BAM networks. This advancement marks a substantial improvement in classification accuracy and error minimization for helicopter turboshaft engine operating modes.
Application of Binary Decision Diagrams in Time-Dependent Reliability Analysis
Authors: Mrena Michal , Kvassay Miroslav
Published: October 2024

Binary Decision Diagrams (BDDs) are often used in specific types of reliability analysis known as topological (or structure) analysis and time-independent analysis. The previous focuses only on the analysis of system topology, which is defined by structure function. The latter takes into account the structure function together with the time-independent reliabilities of components that the system is composed of. However, the most interesting type of reliability analysis is time-dependent analysis in which reliabilities of the components are time-dependent functions. In this paper, we first present the development of a mathematical model of a non-repairable system composed of independent non-repairable components and explain the properties of this model from the point of view of time-dependent, time-independent, and topological reliability analysis. In the second part of the paper, we present and experimentally compare two methods for time-dependent reliability analysis of the considered mathematical model. The first method is based on the direct application of BDDs and we label it as a basic approach. The second, symbolic approach, combines BDDs with expression trees. The experimental comparison implemented using opensource C++ libraries TeDDy and GiNaC shows that the first method based on the basic approach is much faster than the second method using expression trees.
Method of Maximizing F-Synergistic Value in IT Development Projects for Self-Managed Organizations
Authors: Bushuyev Sergey D. , Ivko Andrii V. , Lyakhovych Halyna
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the formulation of the method of maximizing the F-synergistic value of IT development projects of a project-oriented organization, which was developed within the syncretic methodology of project management. The application of the proposed method is considered in the field of IT development projects of organizations involved in infrastructure restoration projects of Ukraine. The directions of scientific research in the field of value-oriented project management are analyzed. The previously unsolved part of the scientific problem is highlighted. Objects of value analysis in a project-oriented organization carrying out IT development were identified, among which stellarator projects were highlighted. A model for determining the value of a separate component of the system is presented. The concept of F-synergistic value is defined. Such a value is proposed to be calculated through the aggregate value of three clusters that create synergistic effects both within themselves (first-order value) and among themselves (second-order value). The clusters included: "IT + people" cluster, "projects + operational activity" cluster, "methodology + environment" cluster. Models for determining the value of a separate cluster and the aggregate F-synergistic value are proposed. Variations in the selection of weighting factors for evaluating value criteria are considered. Within the syncretic methodology, a method of maximizing the F-synergistic value of IT development of a project-oriented company is proposed. The model of 27 scenarios of the dynamics of the change of the multipliers of synergy of three clusters is presented. In the corresponding tables for each scenario, a hypothesis is put forward regarding the reasons for such dynamics for each scenario, as well as a model of further IT development of a project-oriented company in response to such reasons. According to the results of the development of the method of maximizing the F-synergistic value of IT development projects of a project-oriented organization guided by syncretic methodology, directions for improving the activities of such organizations were determined. An extended SWOT analysis of the proposed method was conducted. Conclusions based on the research are formulated, prospects for further research in the chosen direction are outlined.
Towards Improving E-Commerce Customer Review Analysis for Arabic Language Opinion Mining
Authors: Hicham Nouri , Nassera Habbat
Published: October 2024

In recent years, the rapid development of Internet-related technologies has facilitated the widespread adoption of online purchasing as a convenient means of satisfying consumer needs. Conducting sentiment analysis on user reviews on e-commerce platforms can substantially improve customer satisfaction. In order to resolve this issue, we propose a novel model for sentiment analysis that employs hybrid deep learning ensembles, combining RNN and TreeLSTM with AraBERT as the word embedding. Our research concentrates on creating a hybrid deep-learning model to predict Arabic sentiment accurately. We employ deep learning models with various word embeddings, such as RNN, LSTM, BiLSTM, TreeLSTM, RNN-LSTM, RNN-BiLSTM, and RNN-TreeLSTM. Multiple open-access datasets are used to evaluate the efficacy of the proposed model, including the BRAD dataset, the ARD dataset, and merged datasets containing 610,600 items. The experimental findings indicate that our proposed model is well-suited for evaluating the sentiments expressed in Arabic texts. Our strategy starts with extracting features using the Arabert model, followed by developing and training five hybrid deep-learning models. We attained a significant accuracy improvement of 0.9409 when comparing our method to traditional and hybrid deep learning techniques. This demonstrates that our proposed model precisely analyzes sentiment. These findings are important for enhancing the comprehension of emotions conveyed in Arabic text and have practical implications for various applications, especially e-commerce. By accurately assessing sentiment, businesses can better comprehend customer preferences and enhance consumer satisfaction by enhancing their offerings.
The Impact of Education Management Digitalisation on the Quality of Student Learning
Authors: Zunimova Gulnaz , Soltan Gulzhan , Ismailova Aisulu , Smaiyl Assel , Abdikadyr Zhanat , Kaipova Assemgul
Published: October 2024

The study presents an analysis of the educational process model based on a web application for creating a custom work schedule by adding individual events or modules. The study focuses on the distance learning process that took place in 2021 and involved 358 students from the first and fourth years of three universities in the Republic of Kazakhstan. Participants were interviewed about their readiness to learn using digital management tools, their average annual academic performance was analyzed, and their assessment of the importance of the resources they allocate to achieving learning outcomes using digital management was studied. The study found that there were no significant differences in the understanding of key aspects of educational service quality and the impact of digital management on learning between first- and fourth-year students with different levels of performance. The results of the study can be utilized to develop proprietary models for digitalizing education management, creating additional modules to automate educational activities, and introducing new tools to enhance digital interaction capabilities.
A component-based sigma-quality improvement model for effective signal detection in communication networks
Authors: Lawal Dr Wasiu. , Ogunti Dr E.O. , Apena Dr W.O. , Kareem Dr B. , Olatunji Dr S. O. , Oluyombo Dr W. O. , Ewetumo Dr T.
Published: October 2024

Purpose: There are many algorithms and models that are successfully utilized in controlling noises and preventing signal fading in communication networks. Signal strength enhancement studies that utilize component-based quality improvement algorithm are not common.Methodology: A signal detection algorithm was developed using the component-based sigma quality improvement flow system. The algorithm was implemented on MATLAB computer programming software.Findings: The algorithm/model was capable of filtering out noises and optimizing RF-signal detection in communication networks. The signal detection results showed super-improved signal Energy to Noise Ratio (ENR) on the balanced probability basis.Unique contribution to theory, practice and policy: Introduction of component-based sigma quality improvement algorithm is an added advantage over the traditional techniques thereby enhancing further fading reduction in communication networks