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Contemporary Geopolitics and Digital Representations of Space
Authors: Turčalo Sead , Kulović Ado 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
This research is premised on two theoretical constructs: that maps do not objectively depict space and that traditional cartography produces a geopolitical narrative. The research aim is to investigate geopolitical influence in modern, digital representations of space, and vice versa. This paper is divided into three parts: In the first, the digital representation of space is introduced and explained, and two widely acknowledged digital cartographic services are established as the empirical foundation of the research – Google (Google Maps and Google Earth), designed by cartographic and geo-data professionals, and OpenStreetMap, built through crowdsourcing. In the second part, the geopolitical features of traditional cartography are discussed in the context of digital mapping, including ethnocentricity and hierarchical representations of space, similarities to geopolitische karte, and “minor geopolitics.” The final part asks and answers a key question about geopolitical subjectivity: “Who benefits from the geopolitical narratives in digital representations of space?”
The Effects of Post-conflict Constitutional Designs: the “Ohrid Framework Agreement” and the Macedonian Constitution
Authors: Andonovski Stefan 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
In regions troubled by ethnic based conflict violence often erupts abruptly and severely. Peacemakers, then, follow unconditional paths to prevent conflict escalation. The article analyzes the ways in which post-conflict constitutional designs shape the state structure through constitutional amendments. Peace agreements as bases for constitutional reform, the article claims, have reformatory but also obstructive implications. Seeing the Ohrid Framework Agreement as a case study, the paper analyzes its implications on the development of the political system in Macedonia. On one side OFA serves as a criterion for the Macedonian Euro-Atlantic integration and a driving force for the creation of a functioning multicultural society. On the other side, the procedural and substantive flaws of the agreement undermine its absorbability in the society. In procedural sense, OFA hindered its own implementation through the used terminology and the drafting process. In substantial sense, agreement’s goals and provisions reached beyond the purpose of peace agreements and underestimated the complexity of the conflicting issues at stake.
Land Cover Change Investigation in the Southern Syrian Coastal Basins During the Past 30-Years Using Landsat Remote Sensing Data
Authors: Hammad Muhannad , Mucsi László , van Leeuwen Boudewijn 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Land cover change and deforestation are important global ecosystem hazards. As for Syria, the current conflict and the subsequent absence of the forest preservation are main reasons for land cover change. This study aims to investigate the temporal and spatial aspects and trends of the land cover alterations in the southern Syrian coastal basins. In this study, land cover maps were made from surface reflectance images of Landsat-5(TM), Landsat-7(ETM+) and Landsat-8(OLI) during May (period of maximum vegetation cover) in 1987, 2002 and 2017. The images were classified into four different thematic classes using the maximum likelihood supervised classification method. The classification results were validated using 160 validation points in 2017, where overall accuracy was 83.75%. Spatial analysis was applied to investigate the land cover change during the period of 30 years for each basin and the whole study area. The results show 262.40 km2 reduction of forest and natural vegetation area during (1987-2017) period, and 72.5% of this reduction occurred during (2002-2017) period due to over-cutting of forest trees as a source of heating by local people, especially during the conflict period. This reduction was particularly high in the Alabrash and Hseen basins with 76.13 and 79.49 km2 respectively, and was accompanied by major increase of agriculture lands area which is attributed to dam construction in these basins which allowed people to cultivate rural lands for subsistence or to enhance their economic situation. The results of this study must draw the relevant authorities’ attention to preserve the remaining forest area.
The Relationship between Attachment, Stress and Academic Success in Albanian Students
Authors: Prifti Lorena , Rapti Edmond 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Stress is a serious obstacle for a good school performance. For this reason a considerable number of studies have been conducted. Meanwhile, attachment is considered as a basic borned biological system (Siegel, 2001). There is a correlation between stress and attachment according to the studies. When it comes to student academic success, the methods to measure it are varied. One of the most commonly used is the average. Likewise, even when the relationship between the average of results and stress was considered, a correlational relationship was found, between academic success and appeasement. These study researches, as will be discussed below, are carried out in different contexts. But results for this topic in the Albanian context do not yet exist. Therefore, the aims of this study are to shed light on a topic that is still unexplored in the Albanian context. It was extended to six public Albanian Universities, as follows: Tirana University, Aleksander Moisiu University Durres, University “Alkesander Xhuvani” Elbasan, University “Fan S.Noli” Korça, University “Ismail Qemali” Vlora, University “Luigj Gurakuqi” Shkodra.The number of students who underwent on this study, was 1502. The dispersed material was the questionnaire through which the students arithmetic average for the first semester of that academic year, the type of attachment (based on Attachment Style Questionnaire built by Feeney) and the level of stress (based in the Academic Stress Scale built by Rabani).
J.S. Bach’s “Anna Magdalena” as a Basic Tool for the Development of Beginner Pianists
Authors: Bakri Tsonka Al 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The following paper aims to analyse the notebook ‘Anna Magdalena’ as a means for the development of specific knowledge and skills concerning teaching of Baroque and more specifically Bach style, for the beginner pianist. The focus of the paper is oriented towards examining the notebook, and providing a fresh perspective for its teaching from a pedagogical standpoint. Moreover, the paper aims to show various modes of teaching applied to the most popular pieces in the notebook. The author exhaustively lists widespread performer issues relating to the baroque’s technique, specifically, Bachian stylistic perception and attempts to show the ways in which these pieces can be taught. The study will be based on practice-led research methodology.
Strategic Thinking and Strategic Planning: Not Yet Habitual in Albania
Authors: Jeha Ilda , Çabiri Ylli 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
Overall, short-term and medium-term thinking prevails in Albania, while long-term strategic thinking is inexistent. This is reflected in the planning of each sector, where strategic planning is completely missing. The actual cost of addressing problems is much higher and almost unaffordable compared to a hypothetical situation where there would have been strategic studies in place to anticipate them. After analyzing the constitutional functions of the President of the Republic, we conclude that strategic planning functions should be vested on the President’s Office. Being that these functions are not carried out by any other institution the President is impartial according to the Constitution, therefore more reliable; this creates better chances of a solid communication between the President and the Prime Minister and the Speaker of the Assembly. This can be achieved by amending the Constitution, by a popular referendum, or simply by incorporating the solutions in the President’s Organic Law.
Language and Ideology in the Context of Language Policy of Albanian Language
Authors: Prishtina Shkumbin Munishi 
Published: May 2018

AbstractThis paper discusses the significantly tight relations which exist between ideology and language. It emphasizes that language and ideology are intertwined since ideology provides the framework within which a linguistic message is constructed and expressed. The influence of ideology is noted in language policy and language planning efforts since it enables actions taken by a certain social group to standardize a particular language. Another realm in which the influence of ideology becomes noticeable is the realm of discourse. Ideology is at best expressed through discourse structures. This type of ideological influence can be noticed in the case of Albanian language standardization process in which ideology served two functions: supporting the language policy and helping to build discourse rhetoric with which language policy was elaborated and promoted to the public within former Socialist Albania.
Israel and the Middle East: The creation of a Nation
Authors: Vilasi Antonella Colonna 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
In order to properly study the foundation of a State, a paradigm of thought or any other organization, we should analyze the historical context which produced the conditions for this phenomenon to happen, in all its variables and components. The Jewish question cannot certainly be relegated only to the 20th century, but surely it was the century in which the cultural, political, economic, and social debate was the expression of a collective will to create a Nation and develop and transform it into a key country in the context of global geopolitics.
State Intervention/Bailout and Economic Stabilisation in Nigeria: Some Lessons from the United States
Authors: Harry Deinibiteim Monimah , Madume Winston 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The study examined the nature of state intervention during economic and/or financial crisis, focusing on Nigeria and US. These two nations have embarked on various kinds of bailouts to stabilize their economies and move their nations on the path of economic recovery and growth. However, the bailout effort is more successful in the US than Nigeria. This is largely due to the approach adopted in these countries. Thus, the main objective of this paper is to ascertain the extent to which government invention has helped stabilize the Nigerian economy, when compared with the experience of the United States. The study revealed that in the US every state intervention/ bailout is approved by congress through legislation, therefore well-guided in its administration or execution, with specific time lines. On the other hand, in Nigeria bailouts are by “executive fiat”, as a result they suffer from poor execution. Hence, the paper concluded that state intervention/bailout in Nigeria has not been very successful because of the approach adopted by the government. The study recommended that subsequently, every bailout from the Nigerian government should be a product of an Act of Parliament, bailout schemes should have specific tools for measuring performance and be guided by specific lines, among others.
Investigating The Effect of Behavioral Intention on E-learning Systems Usage: Empirical Study on Tertiary Education Institutions in Ghana
Authors: Budu Kenneth Wilson Adjei , Yinping Mu , Mireku Kingsford Kissi 
Published: May 2018

AbstractThe objective of the study aimed at assessing the relationship that exists between antecedents of behavioral intentions, and how they impact on the usage of E-learning systems in tertiary institutions in Ghana. Empirical data for the study was obtained through a survey from 237 respondents made up of; governing council members, school management members, faculty members, ICT department staff and students from five tertiary education institutions in Ghana. The study developed an extended Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) by incorporating an external variable, self-efficacy. The hypothesized model was examined using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLSSEM) technique using Smart PLS version 12 software. The paper argues that perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use and self-efficacy influenced individual’s behavioral intentions to utilize E-learning systems. However, the findings confirm that, through the mediating role of individuals’ behavioral intention to use, self-efficacy is the most influential factor that affects individual’s behavioral intentions to utilize E-learning systems in Ghana’s tertiary education institutions, relative to perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. This result implies that self-efficacy is the main behavioral intention factor in determining E-learning system utilization, in Ghana’s tertiary education context. This study satisfies or fills an E-learning utilization literature shortfall by the extension of the Technological Acceptance Model (TAM) to investigate antecedents of behavioral intentions and their impact on E-learning systems usage among tertiary education institutions. Also, the study demonstrates the importance of behavioral intention-to-use as playing a full mediating role between self-efficacy and E-learning system usage.
Relationship between Permissive Parenting Style and Examination Cheating Tendencies among Kenya Secondary School Students
Authors: Opiyo Pascal Ochieng , Aloka Peter J.O. , Raburu Pamela A. , Aomo John Agwaya 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The study investigated the relationship between permissive parenting styles and examination cheating tendencies among secondary school students in Siaya Sub County, Kenya. Diana Baumrind’s parenting styles theory and Ajzen’s theory of Planned Behaviour provided a theoretical framework for the study while adopting a Correlational study design within a mixed methods approach. The target population was 1,908 form three students, 35 Teacher Counselors and 35 Deputy Principals. A sample size of 190 Form Three students, which was 10% of the population of students, was used after stratified random sampling. In addition, 8 Teacher Counselors and 8 Deputy Principals purposively sampled formed part of the participants. Parenting style and Involvement in Examination Cheating Tendency Questionnaires were used to collect quantitative data from form three students while interview schedule was used to collect qualitative data from the Teacher Counselors and Deputy Principals. Validity was ascertained by expert judgment of two university lecturers while reliability of the instrument was ensured using Cronchbar reliability test, where an index of 0.77413 was obtained. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics as well as inferential statistics such as Pearson Correlation, aided by SPSS version 22, while qualitative data was analyzed through thematic framework. The findings revealed that permissive parenting has a strong positive influence on examination cheating tendencies with r=0.641 p<0.05. The study recommended that Kenyan Teachers’ Service Commission should train more teacher counselors in schools to cope with the large number of students who have varied parental backgrounds.
A Review on the Efficacy of Immediacy Factors towards Achieving Communication Satisfaction via Email among Academic Staff
Authors: Anumudu Chinedu Eugenia , Yasin Mal-Imran , Akmar Ahmad Ghazali , Latif Muhammad Pauzi 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The review paper intensively explored immediacy factors influencing communication satisfaction through asynchronous computer mediated communication mediums. Immediacy is one of the constructs of social presence theory deemed capable of compelling communication satisfaction on asynchronous computer mediated communications. It has been established in numerous related studies conducted on asynchronous virtual mediated channels. However, little or no consideration seemed to have been given to exploring these immediacy factors towards ascertaining communication satisfaction via email, as one of the asynchronous mediated communications. The need to study this via email is essential, especially towards making it more efficient since it still remained the third means of communication predominantly used for dispatching corporate issues. In this review, prompt feedback, approachability and similarity personality were the dimensions of immediacy explored in relations to the effectiveness towards attaining communication satisfaction on asynchronous virtual communications. The findings showed that these dimensions examined were capable of inspiring immediacy towards achieving communication on asynchronous computer mediated channels. Therefore, it is expected that these may equally motivate communication satisfaction via email as one of asynchronous virtual mediums. It also showed that most of the studies so far conducted were dominated by qualitative and mixed-method approaches. Few quantitative studies encountered in the review appeared lacking the capacity of generalizing the outcomes due to respondents’ poor turnout rate and inadequate sample sizes issues. Thus, empirical quantitative studies are still needed via email mode of interaction in order to resolve these issues and for revalidating the outcomes of the review.
Uveíte Heterocrómica de Fuchs
Authors: Guedes Marta , Garcia Filipa 
Published: May 2018

Doente do género masculino, 51 anos, recorreu à consulta por olho direito (OD) vermelho e doloroso. Referia alguns episódios semelhantes desde há alguns anos, sempre no mesmo olho. [...]
Recebido: 24/04/2016 - Aceite: 25/05/2016
Biossimilares: Velhas Questões, Novos Desafios
Authors: Oliveira Rita , Aires Teresa 
Published: May 2018

De acordo com a Agência Europeia de Medicamentos, EMA, um biossimilar é aquele que é obtido pela biotecnologia contendo uma versão da substância ativa da medicina biológica original previamente autorizada no Espaço Económico Europeu. A semelhança entre o medicamento de referência e biossimilar em termos de qualidade, atividade biológica, segurança e eficácia deve ser estabelecida de acordo com critérios de comparabilidade abrangentes.
Hepatite Tóxica Induzida por Produtos Fitoterapêuticos: Natural Não é Sinónimo de Seguro
Authors: Ferreira Bruno Serrano , Neiva Joana , Nunes Gilda , Barata José 
Published: May 2018

Apresenta-se um caso de toxicidade hepática induzida por produtos alternativos usados como terapêutica de emagrecimento. Discutem-se os mecanismos patogénicos da toxicidade e enfatizam-se os riscos decorrentes do consumo de substâncias pretensamente seguras mas suscetíveis de desencadear efeitos adversos potencialmente letais.
Recebido: 25/05/2016 - Aceite: 01/08/2016
Breve Apontamento da Recente Unidade de Oncologia Pulmonar do Hospital CUF Porto
Authors: Parente Bárbara 
Published: May 2018

A Unidade de Oncologia Pulmonar do Hospital CUF Porto, iniciou a sua atividade no tratamento de doentes com patologia do foro torácico em janeiro de 2014.
Tendo em conta toda a infraestrutura pré-existente no Hospital na área do diagnóstico e estadiamento, deu-se início à consulta Especializada em Oncologia Pulmonar com referenciação de doentes, quer interna, quer externamente, organizando o serviço centrado na doença e no doente.
Reflections on the Development of the Superwoman Schema Conceptual Framework: An Intersectional Approach Guided by African American Womanist Perspectives
Authors: Woods-Giscombé Cheryl L. 
Published: May 2018

Abstract
The Superwoman Schema conceptual framework was developed to support the comprehensive assessment and understanding of stress and biopsychosocial factors that influence African America women’s health and health disparities. The present essay presents the factors that influenced the author’s development of the Superwoman Schema framework, and how she combined womanist, intersectional, and other culturally relevant approaches as a foundation for this work.
Syariah Governance Pada Perbankan Syariah
Authors: Purnomo Joko Hadi 
Published: May 2018

Shariah governance is concatenation of two concepts, these are the concept of good corporate governance and shariah compliance. The governance of banks applies the principle of transparency, accountability, responsibility, professionalism and fairness whereas shariah compliance is the duty of Islamic bank to meet compliance with Islamic principles. The operation of Islamic banks must strictly adhere to the provisions of shariah. The application of shariah governance is the implementation of good corporate governance principles and shariah compliance. The implementation of shariah governance in Islamic banks relies on surveillance covering all research activities, observation and measurement on the course of operations, both internally and externally. Based on the above background, author makes formulations of the problem; (a) how is the implementation of Shariah governance in Islamic bank?; (b) How is the supervision of the application of Shariah governance in Islamic bank?. The purpose of this paper is to know the implementation of Shariah governance in Islamic banks and to know the supervision of the implementation of Shari'a governance in Islamic bank. The implementation of GCG in Islamic banking creates transparency to prevent fraud, conduct accountability with the system that controls the relationship between the organs of company, do responsibility, keep independence, and keep in touch with fairness. The application of sharia compliance at Islamic banks without riba in bank transactions, no vagueness (gharar) in bank transactions, there is no gambling (maisir) in bank transactions. Bank conducts business on the basis of allowed (halal) profits. Banks manage zakat, sadaqah, and infaq according to the shariah provisions. The implementation of sharia governance in Islamic banks relies on surveillance covering all research activities, observation and measurement on the course of the operation by using elements of the AGM, Board of Commissioner, Board of Auditor, Shariah Supervisory Board (DPS), Director of Compliance, Internal Audit, Internal Shari'a Reviewers of SKAI and external monitoring system consists of elements of the Financial Services Authority (OJK), Public Accountant, National Sharia Council (DSN) and Stakeholders.
Peran Badan Wakaf Indonesia (BWI) Dalam Mengembangkan Prospek Wakaf Uang Di Indonesia
Authors: Aziz Muhammad 
Published: May 2018

Since established in 2007, Indonesian waqf Board (BWI) which is based upon the mandate of Law No. 41 of 2004 on waqf has had a significant role in the dynamics of waqf management in Indonesia. However, a significant role still has not been completed. The problems of waqf in Indonesia still exist, especially with regard to waqf money (cash waqf). The study is to answer question; how is the role of Indonesian Waqf Board and any effort which should be done, so that the potential of existing cash waqf in Indonesia can grow and develop. From this research, it can be concluded that the role of Indonesian Waqf Board in developing prospects in Indonesia is less maximal. Waqf money can not be mapped on the following things; First, professional nazhir coaching, particularly against individuals or legal entities who are given authority and responsibility as nazhir of money waqf. To improve the quality of human nazhir resources, it can be needed policies that are tentative, or even a steady, so that taste and look for nazhir usefulness. Second, involving strategic business partners engaged in financial services (especially sharia-based), such as banks, cooperatives, Baitul Maal wal Tamwil (BMT) and the like, in the process of promotion and dissemination of money waqf that is being developed by BWI. All that prospects and public confidence in the waqf money at BWI can flourish.