bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ANALISIS MODEL KEPEMIMPINAN KEPALA DINAS PARIWISATA KABUPATEN GUNUNGKIDUL DALAM KEBERHASILAN PROGRAM PASAR DIGITAL
Authors: Dyah Indriyaningsih Septeri  , Mustakina Debi , Setyawati Dewi , Maulida Latifah , Sugiyanti Tri
Published: October 2024

Program Pasar Digital adalah bagian dari inisiatif Quick Wins Smart City yang bertujuan mempromosikan destinasi wisata melalui media digital. Keberhasilan Program Pasar Digital di Kabupaten Gunungkidul dipengaruhi oleh peran kepemimpinan Kepala Dinas Pariwisata. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis model kepemimpinan Kepala Dinas Pariwisata Gunungkidul dalam keberhasilan program tersebut. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif deskriptif dengan sumber data primer dan sekunder yang diperoleh dari observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan teknik penentuan informan menggunakan purposive sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa model kepemimpinan yang digunakan adalah kepemimpinan transformasional. Kepala dinas menunjukkan pengaruh ideal dengan penerjemahan visi dan misi yang konsisten, stimulasi intelektual melalui inovasi digital, perhatian individual terhadap pengembangan staf, dan motivasi inspiratif melalui program simbolis. Meskipun ada aspek kepemimpinan karismatik dan transaksional, pendekatan transformasional dominan dan efektif menghadapi tantangan era digitalisasi pariwisata. Untuk memperkuat keberhasilan Program Pasar Digital, disarankan kepala dinas meningkatkan pelatihan berbasis teknologi bagi staf, memperluas kerjasama lintas sektor dalam inovasi digital, dan memastikan keberlanjutan program melalui evaluasi rutin serta penyesuaian strategi sesuai perkembangan teknologi dan kebutuhan wisatawan.
MANAJEMEN SDM DI LEMBAGA PENDIDIKAN UNTUK PENINGKATAN KUALITAS PENDIDIKAN
Authors: Ulfah Maria
Published: October 2024

Manajemen Sumber Daya Manusia (SDM) dalam lembaga pendidikan mencakup aspek krusial yang berhubungan dengan guru, staf pendidikan, dan administrasi struktural. Juga dikenal sebagai manajemen pendidik dan pendidikan, bidang ini memainkan peran penting dalam pencapaian tujuan pendidikan nasional. Proses manajerial ini melibatkan perencanaan SDM yang meliputi perekrutan, seleksi, penempatan, kompensasi, penghargaan, pendidikan, pelatihan, dan pemecatan. Kualitas SDM di lembaga pendidikan sangat mempengaruhi hasil dan kualitas lulusan. Perencanaan SDM mencakup dua dimensi utama: kuantitatif dan kualitatif. Perencanaan kuantitatif berfokus pada estimasi jumlah SDM yang diperlukan, sementara perencanaan kualitatif berkaitan dengan kualifikasi dan persyaratan yang sesuai dengan posisi atau pekerjaan di masa depan. Dalam konteks pendidikan, manajemen SDM yang efektif sangat penting untuk memastikan kinerja optimal dan adaptasi tenaga pendidik terhadap kemajuan teknologi dan ilmu pengetahuan. Artikel ini mengkaji pengertian, tujuan, tugas, dan fungsi manajemen SDM dalam pendidikan serta aktivitas terkait seperti perencanaan, seleksi, orientasi, manajemen kinerja, pemberian kompensasi, pengembangan karir, dan pemberhentian. Penekanan diberikan pada pentingnya manajemen SDM dalam membangun tenaga pendidik yang berkualitas, yang pada akhirnya akan meningkatkan mutu pendidikan dan menghasilkan SDM yang handal, kreatif, dan berprestasi.
PENGARUH PENGAWASAN PIMPINAN TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI PEMUNGUT RETRIBUSI PELAYANAN PASAR DI PASAR PARUNGKUDA KABUPATEN SUKABUMI
Authors: Dede Riansyah  , Hamzah Jamaludin  , Enyang Krismon
Published: October 2024

The research found several indications of problems regarding the performance of market service levy collector employees, these are indicated as follows: 1) The predetermined market service levy revenue target has not been achieved. 2) lack of outreach to traders regarding the levy rates that must be paid. 3) The collection process and mechanism are not yet optimal. 4) Lack of responsiveness and follow-up from collection staff regarding problems in the field. On the Performance of Market Service Levy Collectors at Parungkuda Market. Researchers use Supervision theory (Vx) according to Winardi (2011:589) in Sururama and Amalia (2020:70. and Performance theory (Vy) according to Mangkunegara (2021:67).
The approach used is quantitative. Meanwhile, the method used is the associative descriptive survey method. The data collection techniques used in this research were observation, interviews and questionnaires with a rating scale of five (5) answer choices. In sampling, Proportionate stratified random sampling and Purposive sampling techniques were used, and sample determination was used using the Slovin formula.
The calculation result of the cumulative average value of the Leadership Supervision variable (Vx) is 3.98. Descriptive Percentage (DP) of 79.60% is included in the "Good" category. And Employee Performance (Vy) is 3.57. Descriptive Percentage (DP) =71.31% is included in the "Good" category. The results of statistical analysis Rxy = 0.785 are included in the "Strong" category. KD value = 0.61.6, which means that the contribution of the Leadership Supervision variable to Employee Performance is 61.62%, the remainder is determined by other factors. The linear regression equation obtained is Ŷ = 12.411 + 0860.
Sustainable Development Strategy of Tourism Destination in Widuri Beach, Pemalang, Indonesia
Authors: Ratih Sari Suzanna , Budi Sardjono Agung , Fariz Hilmy Muhammad
Published: October 2024

Widuri Beach is one of the beaches on the northern coast of Java Island, Indonesia, which is presently, quite crowded with domestic tourists. This beach is one of the main attractions in Pemalang Regency as it starts from natural scenery and facilities that support the tourism offered. However, there is a problem that occurs on the beach, that is the level of visitors which has been decreasing year by year. Some of the reasons are that Widuri beach is generally less attractive, tends to be monotonous because there are no variations in attractions created. The beach itself tends to be dirty and some of the supporting facilities available are damaged. Such condition will further influence tourists to be reluctant to move to the other attractions. Therefore, there is a need for research on the development of sustainable tourism aimed at improving the quality of Widuri Beach so that the level of tourist visits can increase again. A qualitative research approach used as a method in this research. By using Green Tourism Concept,  output of research can be used as a recommendation as well as evaluation for the local government  to continue optimizing assets ofregion to be more maintained and sustainable.
The Ottoman Era Houses in Biskra City, Algeria
Authors: Barkat Rihane , Güney Yasemin İnce , Bada Yassine
Published: October 2024

The historical development of the city of Biskra, located in the southeastern part of Algeria, was the result of different and various civilizations overtime that produced different urban fabrics and different housing typologies. The houses from the Ottoman period known as vernacular architecture is characterized by its emergence inside the palm grove where it is organized in the form of scattered groupings around the old city. The seven neighborhoods that emerged as villages in the form of compacted tissues at this period still exist today with most of their houses intact. A survey has been conducted at three of these seven neighborhoods during the summer of 2018 as part of the doctoral research. This paper will present the results of the survey of the fifteen houses conducted. The aim is to identify the main characteristics of the spaces in the houses and to interrogate the existence of a typology of Ottoman houses in Biskra city. The findings indicate that these houses consist of three main spaces: “sguifa” the entrance space, “wastedar” the central space for the daily use, and “bitt” the multifunctional room used for sleeping eating and receiving guests.
Transfer of Development Rights for the Effectiveness of the Conservation Plans: A Case from Historic Kemeraltı, 1. Ring Residential Areas in Izmir
Authors: Güzle Gamze , Akpınar Figen
Published: October 2024

In Turkey, efforts to preserve cultural heritage are highly problematic and multi-faceted issues. One of the main reasons is highly associated with the limited fiscal compensation provided by central ministries and local bodies to those people who live and/or possess immovable property under their development rights restrictions. It is therefore essential to introduce new tools and tools for the effectiveness of the heritage areas' conservation activities. Turkish Planning System is introduced as a new and innovative solution with the adoption of the new regulations Transfer of Development Rights (TDR). However, up to now there has not been any available application of the TDR yet. The objective of the paper is to discuss the applicability of the TDR as an instrument for the ease of the conservation in the 1st Ring Residential Area which is located in Izmir’s historical area, Kemeraltı region. A bundle of techniques is used: large survey analysis is realized. In-depth questionnaires are used to detect the difficulties for conservation of the heritage in part of the responsible public bodies. Our evidence shows the economic hardship and conflicts involved in the conservation of Historic Kemeraltı area and, without introducing new tools, it is impossible to safeguard cultural heritage.
In Pursuit of Better Sheltering and Housing After Disasters: The Architectural Perspective Through Ideas Competitions
Authors: Güneş Yılmaz Didem
Published: October 2024

In the past, post-disaster sheltering, and rehousing involved a limited field of expertise. Architecture was deemed loosely related to the context. Today, architecture involves in post-disaster issues more than ever and does that in collaboration with other disciplines. It uses technological developments in any field related that can bring better solutions to post-disaster shelter crises. For the past few years, many architectural competitions were launched within this theme. Architectural competitions aim to find the most appropriate design for a problem through the accumulation of wide range of ideas in a short period of time that would not be possible if a case assigned to only one architect. This can be deemed as an indirect way of participatory approach in post-disaster sheltering and housing with the inputs of professionals and students. Eventually, the architectural competitions became the arena of this pursuit since architecture began to step out of the comfort zone and started to ‘design’ for people in need, for emergencies and for rebuilding for societies after long trouble times in disastrous areas. The paper reviews a range of competitions fall under the topics of post-disaster sheltering and rehousing by examination of the outstanding projects.
Revascularization of myocardial infarction without ST segment elevation in multivessel coronary artery disease
Authors: Khalilov Sh. J. , Azizov V. A.
Published: October 2024

Many patients with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction have multivessel coronary artery disease, which complicates the course of the disease and is associated with fatal outcomes. Most patients with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction undergo coronary angiography and revascularization during initial hospitalization. However, the decision to perform total or incomplete revascularization and whether to perform total revascularization on admission or at the stage of its implementation is complex and must be adapted to the age, general condition of the patient and comorbidities. Sincethe majority of patients with non-STelevation myocardial infarction have multivessel disease, treatment and timing are critical components to ensure favorable outcomes. Early revascularization is associated with improved long-term patient outcomes, but the optimal approach to revascularization in patients with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction with multivessel disease remains poorly understood. However, in this patient population, a multidisciplinary cardiac approach is recommended to determine revascularization options. Published data suggest that evaluation of the risk-benefit associated with future invasive procedures should be based on an analysis of the patient's general condition and cardiovascular risk factors, the ability to identify the culprit artery, the technical feasibility of performing multivessel revascularization, and the location, degree of stenosis, and severity of lesions.Whether multivessel percutaneous coronary intervention or coronary artery bypass grafting provides better outcomes in patients with non-ST elevation myocardial infarction remains largely debatable. In this connection, it is relevant to conduct prospective studies to study the optimal revascularization strategies.
Successful heart lung transplantation in patient with pulmonary capillary hemangiomatosis: case presentation
Authors: Rezukhina E. A. , Devetyarova E. A. , Trapeznikova A. I. , Paschenko E. V. , Martynyuk T. V. , Dyuzhikov A. A.
Published: October 2024

Our observation demonstrates a case of a 40-year-old female with pulmonary arterial hypertension World Health Organization functional class III, who was admitted to NMRC of Cardiology repeatedly due to disease progression including dyspnea worsening, onset of desaturation and chest pain during exertion on riociguat (7.5 mg daily), bosentan (115 mg daily) and selexipag (400 mcg daily) therapy. Computed tomography scan revealed pulmonary capillary hemangiomatosis pattern and the diagnosis was revealed. We performed PAH-specific therapy escalation which resulted in selexipag withdrawal, bosentan dose titration to 250 mg daily with good treatment tolerability. Due to unreleased treatment goals, high-risk status and heart failure progression, the patient was referred to Shumakov National Medical Research Center of Transplantology and Artificial Organs, where successful heart lung transplant was performed in may 2022. The postoperative period elapsed without complication, the patient discharged from hospital and is staying alive in stable condition. Pulmonary capillary hemangiomatosis is a rare cause of pulmonary arterial hypertension with pure prognosis. PAH-specific treatment should be avoided due to increased risk of rapid disease progression and pulmonary oedema. The only one definitive treatment is lung or heart lung transplantation.
A bűnügyi helyszín kognitív kriminalisztikai szakértői elemzése az iskolai lövöldözések problémaorientált rendőrségi megközelítésének elősegítésére
Authors: Angyal Miklós
Published: October 2024

Focusing on systematic crime scene investigation, in a recent, highly publicized shooting in a Hungarian university, the author highlights the benefits of problem oriented policing.
A hónap eseményei az EU belügyi együttműködése terén (szeptember)
Authors: Szabó Adrienn
Published: October 2024

The author summarises events in the month of September 2013 in the field of EU cooperation on home affairs.
A résztvevők valósága: 2006. szeptember 18., október 23. II. rész
Authors: Fogarasi Mihály , Kovács István , Szedlák Péter
Published: October 2024

The authors provid an overview of two enquires focusing on the self-representation of the police forces during the riot of the Hungarian national television on September 18, 2006.
Estudo de gerenciamento de redes com Zabbix Server
Authors: Silva Adelzemir dos Santos Souza , Santos Maria José Oliveira dos
Published: October 2024

Este artigo aborda o uso do sistema Zabbix Server e suas configurações  e os elementos utilizados para o monitoramento, analisando através de livros, vídeos e documentos técnicos. Os resultados mostram que o Zabbix oferece funcionalidades abrangentes, como monitoramento em tempo real, alertas configuráveis e dashboards personalizados, além de flexibilidade e escalabilidade. Entretanto, a implementação eficaz requer planejamento cuidadoso e ajustes contínuos. Este estudo fornece orientações práticas para otimizar o uso do Zabbix, contribuindo para uma infraestrutura de TI mais estável e eficiente.
Identifying Pulsar Candidates in Interferometric Radio Images Using Scintillation
Authors: Salal Jitendra , Tendulkar Shriharsh P. , Marthi Visweshwar Ram
Published: October 2024

Pulsars have been primarily detected by their narrow pulses or periodicity in time domain data. Interferometric surveys for pulsars are challenging due to the trade-off between beam sensitivity and beam size and the corresponding tradeoff between survey sensitivity (depth), sky coverage, and computational efforts. The detection sensitivity of time domain searches for pulsars is affected by dispersion smearing, scattering, and rapid orbital motion of pulsars in binaries. We have developed a new technique to select pulsar candidates in interferometric radio images by identifying scintillating sources and measuring their scintillation bandwidth and timescale. Identifying likely candidates allows sensitive, focused time-domain searches, saving computational effort. Pulsar scintillation is independent of its timing properties and hence offers a different selection of pulsars compared to time-domain searches. Candidates identified from this method could allow us to find hard-to-detect pulsars, such as submillisecond pulsars and pulsars in very compact, highly accelerated binary orbits. We use upgraded Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (uGMRT) observations in the fields of PSR B1508+55, PSR J0437−4715, and PSR B0031−07 as test cases for our technique. We demonstrate that the technique correctly differentiates between the pulsar and other nonscintillating point sources and show that the extracted dynamic spectrum of the pulsar is equivalent to that extracted from the uGMRT phased array beam. We show the results from our analysis of known pulsar fields and discuss challenges in dealing with interference and instrumental effects.
SN 2021wvw: A Core-collapse Supernova at the Subluminous, Slower, and Shorter End of Type IIPs
Authors: Teja Rishabh Singh , Goldberg Jared A. , Sahu D. K. , Anupama G. C. , Singh Avinash , Swain Vishwajeet , Bhalerao Varun
Published: October 2024

We present detailed multiband photometric and spectroscopic observations and analysis of a rare core-collapse supernova, SN 2021wvw, that includes photometric evolution up to 250 days and spectroscopic coverage up to 100 days postexplosion. A unique event that does not fit well within the general trends observed for Type IIP supernovae, SN 2021wvw shows an intermediate luminosity with a short plateau phase of just about 75 days, followed by a very sharp (∼10 days) transition to the tail phase. Even in the velocity space, it lies at a lower velocity compared to a larger Type II sample. The observed peak absolute magnitude is −16.1 mag in r-band, and the nickel mass is well constrained to 0.020 ± 0.006 M
⊙. Detailed hydrodynamical modeling using MESA+STELLA suggests a radially compact, low-metallicity, high-mass red supergiant progenitor (M
ZAMS = 18 M
⊙), which exploded with ∼0.2 × 1051 erg s−1 leaving an ejecta mass of M
ej ≈ 5 M
⊙. Significant late-time fallback during the shock propagation phase is also seen in progenitor+explosion models consistent with the light-curve properties. As the faintest short-plateau supernova characterized to date, this event adds to the growing diversity of transitional events between the canonical ∼100 days plateau Type IIP and stripped-envelope events.
TESS Asteroseismology of β Hydri: A Subgiant with a Born-again Dynamo
Authors: Metcalfe Travis S. , van Saders Jennifer L. , Huber Daniel , Buzasi Derek , García Rafael A. , Stassun Keivan G. , Basu Sarbani , Breton Sylvain N. , Claytor Zachary R. , Corsaro Enrico , Nielsen Martin B. , Ong J. M. Joel , Saunders Nicholas , Stokholm Amalie , Bedding Timothy R.
Published: October 2024

The solar-type subgiant β Hyi has long been studied as an old analog of the Sun. Although the rotation period has never been measured directly, it was estimated to be near 27 days. As a Southern Hemisphere target, it was not monitored by long-term stellar activity surveys, but archival International Ultraviolet Explorer data revealed a 12 yr activity cycle. Previous ground-based asteroseismology suggested that the star is slightly more massive and substantially larger and older than the Sun, so the similarity of both the rotation rate and the activity cycle period to solar values is perplexing. We use two months of precise time-series photometry from the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite to detect solar-like oscillations in β Hyi and determine the fundamental stellar properties from asteroseismic modeling. We also obtain a direct measurement of the rotation period, which was previously estimated from an ultraviolet activity–rotation relation. We then use rotational evolution modeling to predict the rotation period expected from either standard spin-down or weakened magnetic braking (WMB). We conclude that the rotation period of β Hyi is consistent with WMB and that changes in stellar structure on the subgiant branch can reinvigorate the large-scale dynamo and briefly sustain magnetic activity cycles. Our results support the existence of a “born-again” dynamo in evolved subgiants—previously suggested to explain the cycle in 94 Aqr Aa—which can best be understood within the WMB scenario.
A high species diversity of Lyomyces (Basidiomycota, Hymenochaetales) in Central and South America, revealed after morphological and molecular analysis
Authors: Yurchenko Eugene , Langer Ewald , Riebesehl Janett
Published: October 2024

A study of corticioid fungi collections from Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, and Ecuador has resulted in the identification of 26 morphospecies of Lyomyces. These distinctions were made based on characters such as basidiospore size and shape, cystidia morphology, basidioma texture, and hymenial surface configuration. Sequences of rDNA ITS were obtained for 12 of these species, and their relationships to previously known taxa were illustrated using Bayesian and Maximum Likelihood reconstructions of the phylogeny. Protologues are given for 10 new species of Lyomyces: L. boquetensis (found in Panama, belonging to L. sambuci group), L. granulosus (from Costa Rica and Panama, related to L. fimbriatus), L. napoensis (from Ecuador, related to L. elaeidicola), L. neocrustosus (from Panama, L. crustosus group), L. oleifer (from Ecuador, L. crustosus group), L. pantropicus (from Panama and Ecuador, related to L. microfasciculatus), L. orarius (from Ecuador, L. sambuci group), L. parvus (from Costa Rica and Ecuador, L. crustosus group), L. sceptrifer (from Ecuador, related to L. gatesiae), and L. subcylindricus (from Panama, L. crustosus group). Macro- and micro-morphology illustrations are provided for these new species. Additionally, the range of L. organensis is extended to Ecuador. Scanning electron microscopy of crystalline deposits in basidiomata has shown the differences in crystal size and aggregation manner between species.
Resurrection of Sorbus tapashana (Rosaceae) based on molecular and morphological evidence
Authors: Chen Xin , Hou Wen-Xiang , Hu Jun-Ling , Dong Meng-Die , Tan Bao-Mei
Published: October 2024

Sorbus tapashana (Rosaceae) from Taibai Shan, Qinling, China, has been treated as a synonym of S. tianschanica. Both species belong to a distinctive group characterized by white tomentose buds, relatively large flowers, and red fruits. However, these two species do not cluster together in the plastome-based phylogenetic analysis. Morphologically, S. tapashana differs from S. tianschanica by its persistent white tomentose on the peduncle, pedicels, rachis, both sides of the midrib on abaxial surface, its leaflets with 31–51 teeth on each side and much smaller corymbs and fruits. Therefore, S. tapashana is reinstated as a distinct species here.
Cultural Humility in Nursing: A Concept Analysis
Authors: Salahshurian Erin , Moore Tiffany A.
Published: October 2024

Background

The ability of nurses to deliver culturally mindful health care may be vital to improving the patient-clinician relationship and subsequent health outcomes for marginalized populations. Continuing education in cultural training should be designed to enhance a nurse's cultural humility.

Method

This study explores the concept of nurse cultural humility using the methods outlined by Walker and Avant (
2018
): define the attributes, offer a model case exemplifying the attributes, discuss the antecedents and consequences, and determine empirical referents.

Results

The defining attributes of cultural humility in nursing are a lifelong process of reflexivity, an understanding and appreciation that the cultural backgrounds of both nurse and patient influence health care encounters, and a commitment to redress and mitigate power imbalances in the patient-clinician relationship.

Conclusion

By clearly defining nurse cultural humility, leaders will be able to develop cultural training interventions to enhance nurse cultural humility and measure the concept accurately.

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J Contin Educ Nurs.
2024;55(12):596–603.]
Use of Socially Assistive Robots to Improve Outcomes Among Hospitalized Older Adults With Dementia: A Pilot Randomized Trial
Authors: Munsterman Ellen , Petersen Sandra , Newcomb Patricia
Published: October 2024

Purpose

To examine the use of the PARO robotic pet seal for hospitalized older adults with dementia and compare the effects of PARO use with visits by a human on various outcomes, including physical restraint use, psychotropic medications, bedside sitters, and delirium.

Method

Complete data for 38 participants were analyzed using Mann-Whitney U and chi-square tests.

Results

Participants interacting with PARO spent less time in their interactions; however, they received fewer psychotropic medications and had fewer instances of delirium than those who interacted with human visitors only.

Conclusion

Aspects of hospitalization may limit the time an older adult can sustain attention or be free from interruption; however, short, repeated visits with PARO may affect the development of delirium and decrease use of medications to alter behavior in the hospital setting. [
Journal of Gerontological Nursing, 50
(10), 11–16.]
Application of Smart Mobile Devices in Electronic Design Education: Multidimensional Interaction Model and Learning Outcomes Assessment
Authors: Huang Liang , Luo Haifeng
Published: October 2024

With the rapid advancement of technology, smart mobile devices are increasingly being integrated into the educational domain, showing significant potential, particularly in electronic design education. Traditional classroom teaching methods face limitations in information delivery and student interaction, while the introduction of smart mobile devices brings new opportunities to classroom instruction. Through smart mobile devices, educators can organize teaching activities more flexibly, and students can engage in classroom interactions in various forms, greatly enhancing teaching effectiveness and learning experiences. Although numerous studies have explored the application of smart mobile devices in education, most focus on single-dimensional interaction models, overlooking the potential of multidimensional interactions. Additionally, traditional methods for assessing learning outcomes often rely on qualitative analysis and post-class tests, which fail to comprehensively and in realtime reflect students’ learning states and emotional changes. This paper aims to construct a multidimensional interaction model for electronic design education classrooms based on smart mobile devices and to assess learning outcomes through real-time analysis of students’ emotions and feedback data, thereby optimizing teaching strategies. This study not only provides new perspectives and methods for the application of smart mobile devices in education but also offers practical guidance for teaching reforms and innovations in electronic design education, holding significant theoretical and practical value.
Evaluation of Vocational Education and Training Outcomes Based on Mobile Learning
Authors: Yu Yanhua
Published: October 2024

With the rapid advancement of information technology (IT), mobile learning has gradually become a significant approach in vocational education and training. University students utilize mobile applications for learning, which not only enhances the flexibility and efficiency of their studies but also promotes the equitable distribution of educational resources. However, effectively evaluating the impact of these applications in vocational education and training remains an urgent issue to be addressed. Current study methods predominantly focus on the analysis of static data, which inadequately captures the dynamic changes in students’ learning behaviors. Additionally, traditional predictive models exhibit low accuracy and poor generalization capabilities when handling high-dimensional, nonlinear time-series data. This study proposes an evaluation method for vocational education and training outcomes based on an improved gated recurrent unit (GRU) model, which comprises three main components: decomposition of university students’ mobile application time-series data based on the variable dependence model (VDM), preprocessing of the mobile application data, and outcome evaluation using the improved GRU model. Incorporation of an attention mechanism enhances the predictive performance of the model, providing data support and a decision-making basis for educators and developers.
Mindfulness, Kindergarten, and Virtual Reality
Authors: Anagnostopoulou Panagiota , Drigas Athanasios
Published: October 2024

Mindfulness plays a crucial role in reducing stress levels and enhancing executive functioning and self-regulation. Several studies have shown that technology can have positive effects because it can aid mindfulness training. This review is the second part of a project that investigates the advantages of technology and mindfulness in kindergarten. In the previous section, we examined the role of social robots. However, this review focuses on the use of virtual reality (VR) in mindfulness practices. The objective of our study is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current research on the subject of VR and mindfulness. We aim to examine the possible pros and cons of this technology and, most importantly, inspire more investigation into the application of virtual technology in kindergarten settings. We conducted a systematic review of the literature. The results indicate that VR improves the mindfulness condition. VR settings provide a secure and reliable environment that offers enjoyable experiences for young students. Additionally, they enhance the focus, awareness, and regulation of breathing for the participants. The VR experience should have a simple layout that is easily distinguishable from the actual world. Additionally, the technology used should be appropriate for the target age group. Our primary objective is to inspire further research into the application of VR and mindfulness in kindergarten.
Redefining Politics and Governance in a Postinternational World
Authors: Ramjit Dana-Marie
Published: October 2024

The 21st century has ushered in a transformative era of global politics characterized by unprecedented interconnectedness, technological disruption, and the erosion of traditional state boundaries. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, traditional notions of sovereignty and territoriality are being challenged. This new reality requires a rethinking of governance structures and international cooperation. This chapter explores the concept of a “postinternational world,” a paradigm shift marked by the rise of transnational actors, the blurring of national borders, and a diffusion of power beyond traditional nation-states. The chapter delves into the key drivers of this postinternational shift, including technological advancements, globalization, and the emergence of non-state actors. It also examines the implications for international relations, security, and the future of global governance.
The Reactive State in a Heterarchical World
Authors: Cerny Philip G.
Published: October 2024

States have been the fundamental building blocks of modern world politics. They have formed a dualistic structure reminiscent of the role of the Roman god Janus. Statues of Janus were placed at the gates to the city. The god had two faces, one looking inwards to guard the social, economic and political life of the city, to give it unity and a sense of the common good and public interest. The second face looked outwards, to protect the city from external threats and predators, to pursue the city's interests in a hostile world and to interact with other cities. In today's collective choice literature, the first face or function of the state is said to be an ‘arena of collective action' amongst its inhabitants and citizens. The second face or function was to permit the state to make—or break—‘credible commitments' to other states, what Kenneth Waltz, in his magisterial Theory of International Politics, called ‘like units' (Waltz 1979)—the capacity of a set of political institutions to play such ‘two-level games' (Putnam 1988) effectively—is what is called ‘statehood' (Brenner 2004).
From a State-Centric System to a Cosmopolitan International System
Authors: Pactao Aileen Joy Adion
Published: October 2024

Globalization has been transforming the nature and characteristics of the present state-centric international system. Specifically, the process of fragmentation, decentralization, and internationalization associated with the promotion of neoliberal globalization altered the role of the state from being the only proactive player in the international arena to becoming more and more reactive. The proliferation of different specialized regimes into areas previously controlled and dominated by the state (e.g., trade law, environmental law, and human rights), international institutions sanctioned by intergovernmental organizations undermining the Westphalian constitutional concepts of state sovereignty, and the prevalence of internet governance and cybersecurity concerns reflect the emergence of post-internationalism and heterarchical governance as an alternative.
Leveraging Technology and Universal Design for Inclusive and Engaging Learning in Indian Higher Education
Authors: Monica J. Amutha , Malar J. Hilda , Arun C. , Sharmila L. , Arif Mohammad
Published: October 2024

This chapter explores the transformative potential of technological solutions and universal design principles in enhancing student engagement and knowledge development in Indian higher education. With the advent of digital tools and inclusive design frameworks, educational institutions in India are poised to create more accessible, engaging, and effective learning environments. The chapter delves into various technological advancements, such as adaptive learning platforms, virtual reality, and AI-driven personalized learning, highlighting their impact on student engagement and academic performance. It also examines the principles of universal design for learning (UDL), emphasizing the importance of flexible learning environments that accommodate diverse learning styles and needs. By integrating technology with UDL, Indian higher education can address challenges such as limited resources, diverse student populations, and varying educational backgrounds.
Leveraging Open Innovation for Sustainable Growth in the Digital Era
Authors: Tariq Muhammad Usman
Published: October 2024

The chapter delves into the intricate interplay between open innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation within the contemporary business landscape. By exploring the principles that integrate open innovation with digital advancements, the chapter aims to elucidate how this fusion propels sustainable business growth and nurtures resilient innovation ecosystems. It traces the evolution of open innovation, emphasizing the shift towards collaborative models. The examination extends to the role of digital technologies, such as big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and the internet of things (IoT), in enhancing open innovation practices. By scrutinizing the alignment of open innovation with sustainability goals, the chapter underscores the significance of fostering economic, social, and environmental benefits. Key insights into execution encompass strategic planning and implementation in the digital context, encapsulating challenges, best practices, and success metrics.
The Impact of Instruction Technology on Class and Time Management in Moroccan Higher Education
Authors: Laaraj Youssef
Published: October 2024

Morocco has been actively attempting to modernize its education system by embracing and promoting the use of information and communication technology (ICT), as outlined in official documents such as The National Charter and Loi Cadre 51-17. Initiatives like integrating digital tools and e-learning platforms have aimed to improve access to quality education for over two decades.This chapter investigates the innovative technology integration in Moroccan university classrooms at Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University, and particularly examines its effects on class and time management. Using a mixed-methods approach, the research investigates university teachers' experiences with the use of modern technologies in their classes. Within the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework, the investigation aims to provide insights into how technology influences teaching practices and learning experiences, contributing to the discourse on education in Morocco and offering valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and researchers.
AI-Enabled Science Lesson Development for Pre-Service and Novice Teachers
Authors: O'Neill Shawn
Published: October 2024

This chapter explores the innovative use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist new science teachers in crafting engaging and effective lesson plans when formal curriculum resources are scarce or unavailable. Recognizing the challenges educators face in contexts where standard curriculum materials are limited, this paper aims to empower both pre-service and novice teachers through AI-driven tools designed to facilitate the creation of comprehensive, age-appropriate, standards-aligned science lessons. By integrating AI into teacher preparation programs, educators can access valuable insights, resources, and support to enhance their teaching practices and improve student learning outcomes. The theoretical and ethical implications of integrating AI, including fairness, privacy, and transparency, will also be addressed. The author ties in her experiences as both an elementary classroom teacher and a professor of a science methods class for pre-service teachers.
Enhancing Undergraduate Skills Through Interdisciplinary Data Projects and Technologies
Authors: Yu Wanchunzi , Liu Xiangrong
Published: October 2024

In response to the fast-growing demand for data manipulation skills, it is crucial that the undergraduate curriculum evolves to integrate various technologies. This chapter delves into the authors' initiatives to incorporate data visualization, analysis tools, and artificial intelligence (AI) into the interdisciplinary undergraduate curriculum, Statistical Consulting, and Data Visualization undergraduate courses cross-listed by the Department of Mathematics and Department of Management. Two projects serve as examples of this integration: a survey data analysis project from participants of Collaborative University Business Experiences (CUBEs) at Bridgewater State University (BSU), and a Chinese Solar Photovoltaic Rooftop (PV) Adoption project, undertaken by a BSU interdisciplinary faculty-student research team in China. The results, findings, and presentations of students showcased in this paper underscore the significance of incorporating technologies into the teaching process, especially in the interdisciplinary curriculum.
Essential Factors for Policy Implementation
Authors: Mthethwa Richard
Published: October 2024

Executing policies or interventions encounters various difficulties, particularly for initiatives aimed at aiding the most economically disadvantaged social segments. Policies are shaped by the environments in which they originate, including their content, the manner in which they're developed, the stakeholders engaged in formulation, and subsequent implementation. This chapter aims to elucidate the facets of policy implementation that encompass the dynamic elements of policy development and execution, facilitating their analysis. A thorough examination of existing literature was undertaken to grasp the theoretical perspectives on policy implementation and identify obstacles hindering its efficacy. The chapter places the aspects of policy implementation within the broader policy literature, explaining the significance of each dimension for successful policy execution. It contends that a conducive policy environment is pivotal for enhancing and ensuring effective policy implementation.
Service Delivery and Citizen-Centric Approaches
Authors: Vettriselvan R. , Ramya R. , Sathya M. , Swadhi R. , Deepan A.
Published: October 2024

This chapter explores the integration of service delivery and citizen-centric approaches in the management of public administration within higher education institutions. It emphasizes the importance of student-centered and community-focused strategies to improve service quality, inclusivity, and stakeholder engagement. By adopting these approaches, institutions can better align their services with the needs and expectations of their beneficiaries, contributing to both institutional success and societal impact. The chapter also discusses the challenges and opportunities in implementing these strategies, offering practical insights for policymakers and administrators seeking to enhance governance and social responsibility in higher education.
The Value of Academic Citizenship in South African Higher Education
Authors: Matsiliza Noluthando Shirley
Published: October 2024

This chapter aims to conceptualise and explore the value of academic citizenship (AC) in South African higher education using the case of public affairs. Academic citizenship in public affairs (PA) is receiving attention from various stakeholders globally and locally, as a process of working collaboratively with various partners and stakeholders to respond to societal needs through academic activities and public sector practice. Academics can play a prominent role in AC when they affiliate with their academic communities and associations and relate to research, teaching and learning and community engagement. This chapter contends that academics are compelled to facilitate the wide legitimacy of their academic programmes by forming relationships with public officials and politicians, government organisations, accreditation and quality institutions, industry and communities. The current situation in the discipline of Public Affairs portrays complex relationships among the core actors that enable AC; hence this chapter critically assesses the value of AC in higher education (HE). This chapter employed a systematic literature review approach to collect and analyse data. Findings from this study contribute towards enhancing behaviour that can address the challenges of AC in South African PA scholarship.
The Role of Innovation and Adaptation of Public Administration in the Public Services Sector
Authors: Enaifoghe Andrew
Published: October 2024

The chapter looks at the role of Innovation and Adaptation in Public Administration. The study indicates that innovation is a radical shift in public administration that can be characterised as the introduction and adoption of new values, new products, new technologies, and new processes. As the operating environment changes, adaptive innovation experiments and evaluates new ideas. Adaptable innovation helps public administrations in situations where stability and swift decision-making are required, like during emergencies, by enhancing resilience and increasing adaptable capability at the same time. Moreover, adaptive innovation can systematize creative behaviour in government and prevent the fragmentation of experimental approaches. Studies indicate that New paradigms, approaches to innovation, and managerial styles are all part of the new public management models. This study looks at the features of each model over time, focusing on the New Public Management Model's introduction of a break that resulted in a total overhaul of the public management philosophy. When examining the process and approach of change, which is driven by governmental authority, the study further discussed the social or economic disruptions of innovation as well as public pressure. The study recommends a few tools and incentives for change and demonstrates that management is ultimately in charge of it, and such changes need to be “frozen” by legislative means after they are introduced.
Empowering Students and Staff in a Collaborative Approach to Public Diplomacy Management Enabling Socio-Ecological Justice Cascade Relations
Authors: Nwachukwu Precious
Published: October 2024

In contributing to the emerging public administration discussion in higher education, a collaborative approach within public diplomacy in strategic policy communications. This chapter briefly discusses communication principle td public diplomacy into inclusive impact at the institutional level and, as such encourages the development of relationship-oriented public diplomacy management. it integrates human consciousness on socioecological justice towards a public cascade-collaborative strategy of environmental justice principles of equitable benefit-sharing leading to creative co-design initiatives and impactful partnerships. Drawing insights from scholarship, this chapter delves into the transformative power of public diplomacy deeds in fostering equitable benefit sharing and advancing socioecological justice public cascade undertakings for improving public diplomacy in higher institutions which can be infused through relationship-oriented value public diplomacy management. Future studies should investigate how disinformation and misinformation are tackled within universities
Ombudsman in Turkey and Cooperation With Universities
Authors: Doğan Kadir Caner
Published: October 2024

The ombudsman is an institution that accepts citizens' complaints about bad governance practices and the behavior of public administration. Today, it is seen in almost all states of the world. One of its application areas is universities. University ombudsman offices in some parts of the world mostly solve problems between students and the administration. Although there is no example of a university ombudsman in Turkey yet, there is cooperation between the Ombudsman Institution of Turkey and universities. Indeed, ombudsman student clubs established within universities in Turkey create mutual cooperation and synergy between the two institutions. This study aims to identify the ombudsman student clubs in universities in Turkey and evaluate their activities, projects, and academic contributions to the ombudsman. In this way, it is aimed to analyze the contributions of universities, which are higher education institutions, to the ombudsman, their awareness in society and their benefits to justice at the educational level. Document analysis based on qualitative analysis will be used as a method in the research. It is aimed to collect the necessary data, documents and data through contact with ombudsman clubs via e-mail, web, newsletter, report or telephone. In addition, the necessary activities, projects and data will be obtained from the Ombudsman Institution of Turkey, and the information will be analyzed.