cometadata/datacite-titles-descriptions-related-identifiers huggingface dataset:
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24591164
title: The influence of photographic safaris and game drives on tourism performance in Zimbabwe

description: This study analyzed the influence of the photographic safaris and game drive tourism marketing mix to tourism performance in Zimbabwe using data collected from 274 survey tourists and 137 survey stakeholders between January and June 2019. A comparison of the responses given by all tourists and stakeholders was made based on 14 research items representing the seven (7) elements of the marketing mix: product, price, place, promotion, people, physical evidence, and process of the photographic safaris and game drive tourism. A strong relationship between tourists and stakeholders regarding how they rated the photographic safaris marketing mix was recorded. Areas with consistent positive responses were granted for photographic safaris, attractiveness and availability of animals, the existence of natural water holes for capturing natural behavior of wild animals, the attractiveness of terrain and vegetation for photographic safaris, and accessibility of places of photographic safaris. Consistent negative perceptions were on the affordability of game drive viewing services, prices reflecting time and type of animals to be photographed, and support services and transportation in the photographic safaris were effective and satisfactory. In photographic safaris and game drive, the inconsistent perceptions were on the people mix, road networks, and infrastructure. The study showed that all tourists and stakeholders had a strong and significant relationship with the marketing mix elements applied. The wildlife industry and its players need to consider pricing photographic safaris and game drive products effectively and create service processes that are user friendly to both tourists and stakeholders.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24591164.v1
title: The influence of photographic safaris and game drives on tourism performance in Zimbabwe

description: This study analyzed the influence of the photographic safaris and game drive tourism marketing mix to tourism performance in Zimbabwe using data collected from 274 survey tourists and 137 survey stakeholders between January and June 2019. A comparison of the responses given by all tourists and stakeholders was made based on 14 research items representing the seven (7) elements of the marketing mix: product, price, place, promotion, people, physical evidence, and process of the photographic safaris and game drive tourism. A strong relationship between tourists and stakeholders regarding how they rated the photographic safaris marketing mix was recorded. Areas with consistent positive responses were granted for photographic safaris, attractiveness and availability of animals, the existence of natural water holes for capturing natural behavior of wild animals, the attractiveness of terrain and vegetation for photographic safaris, and accessibility of places of photographic safaris. Consistent negative perceptions were on the affordability of game drive viewing services, prices reflecting time and type of animals to be photographed, and support services and transportation in the photographic safaris were effective and satisfactory. In photographic safaris and game drive, the inconsistent perceptions were on the people mix, road networks, and infrastructure. The study showed that all tourists and stakeholders had a strong and significant relationship with the marketing mix elements applied. The wildlife industry and its players need to consider pricing photographic safaris and game drive products effectively and create service processes that are user friendly to both tourists and stakeholders.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24639562
title: The impact of geopolitical risks and international relations on inbound tourism——evidence from China and key source countries

description: Good international relations are the foundation of inbound tourism. Countries take cooperative or confrontational actions based on the judgment of geopolitical risks, which are perceived as hostile or favorable by residents through official media publicity, thus affecting inbound tourism. This paper uses panel data from 1999 to 2018 for 10 tourist source countries of China, and uses the Tourism Gravity Model to study the impact of international relations and geopolitical risks on inbound tourism. The paper also analyzes the moderating effect of geopolitical risks on international relations affecting inbound tourism. The results show that good international relations have a significant role in promoting inbound tourism; however, geopolitical risks have a significant negative impact on inbound tourism. Geopolitical risks significantly weaken the positive effect of international relations on inbound tourism. Policy-makers should be aware of the geopolitical media climate and strengthen the maintenance of good international relations to promote inbound tourism development.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24639562.v1
title: The impact of geopolitical risks and international relations on inbound tourism——evidence from China and key source countries

description: Good international relations are the foundation of inbound tourism. Countries take cooperative or confrontational actions based on the judgment of geopolitical risks, which are perceived as hostile or favorable by residents through official media publicity, thus affecting inbound tourism. This paper uses panel data from 1999 to 2018 for 10 tourist source countries of China, and uses the Tourism Gravity Model to study the impact of international relations and geopolitical risks on inbound tourism. The paper also analyzes the moderating effect of geopolitical risks on international relations affecting inbound tourism. The results show that good international relations have a significant role in promoting inbound tourism; however, geopolitical risks have a significant negative impact on inbound tourism. Geopolitical risks significantly weaken the positive effect of international relations on inbound tourism. Policy-makers should be aware of the geopolitical media climate and strengthen the maintenance of good international relations to promote inbound tourism development.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24597294
title: Resisting development or imposition? Examining the many dynamics around the resistance of externally initiated, state-assisted, and industry-driven “development” projects in the Wild Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa

description: The South African Wild Coast communities received the attention of a globally networked mining company, which is supported by the state to extract minerals from ancestral lands. Deploying the political ecology approach and the “sacrifice zones” notion, this paper reflects critically on the struggle of local communities to resist such externally initiated, state-supported, and industry-drivenprojects. It draws evidence from the attempt by a mining company to extract minerals in the area, the attempt by the state to construct the N2 toll road, and the attempts by Shell South Africa to explore oil and gas in the Wild Coast coastline. In all these cases, the state envisages that the projects will bring inclusive development, much to the chagrin of local communities who want to preserve their ancestral lands for economic, spiritual, and cultural reasons. The paper argues that the state’s position in the Wild Coast is aligned with the broader imposition of “development” projects in purportedly weaker communities, albeit with exaggerated spinoffs, while ignoring the local environment, priorities, cultures, traditions, religion, concerns, and views. Given the way the state and industry prioritise the “imposed development” over the local context, this paper uses the experiences of communities in the Wild Coast to interrogate the essence of development, and the nature of the state. This paternalistic conduct of the state to decide on behalf of local communities is inherently flawed, in that it creates an impression that there is a symbiotic relationship between externally initiated “development” projects and local interests.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24597294.v1
title: Resisting development or imposition? Examining the many dynamics around the resistance of externally initiated, state-assisted, and industry-driven “development” projects in the Wild Coast, Eastern Cape, South Africa

description: The South African Wild Coast communities received the attention of a globally networked mining company, which is supported by the state to extract minerals from ancestral lands. Deploying the political ecology approach and the “sacrifice zones” notion, this paper reflects critically on the struggle of local communities to resist such externally initiated, state-supported, and industry-drivenprojects. It draws evidence from the attempt by a mining company to extract minerals in the area, the attempt by the state to construct the N2 toll road, and the attempts by Shell South Africa to explore oil and gas in the Wild Coast coastline. In all these cases, the state envisages that the projects will bring inclusive development, much to the chagrin of local communities who want to preserve their ancestral lands for economic, spiritual, and cultural reasons. The paper argues that the state’s position in the Wild Coast is aligned with the broader imposition of “development” projects in purportedly weaker communities, albeit with exaggerated spinoffs, while ignoring the local environment, priorities, cultures, traditions, religion, concerns, and views. Given the way the state and industry prioritise the “imposed development” over the local context, this paper uses the experiences of communities in the Wild Coast to interrogate the essence of development, and the nature of the state. This paternalistic conduct of the state to decide on behalf of local communities is inherently flawed, in that it creates an impression that there is a symbiotic relationship between externally initiated “development” projects and local interests.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24590632
title: Climate and conservation challenges facing Marakele National Park and their implications for tourism

description: Due to climate change’s effects, protected areas, particularly national parks, face conservation challenges, negatively impacting tourism. Sustainable tourism requires understanding the climate and conservation challenges in national parks and their implications for tourism. Marakele National Park in South Africa faces climatic and conservation challenges. A purposive and snowball sampling strategy was used to select study participants. An in-depth interview was conducted with the employees of South African National Parks, including top managers, scientists, field, section, honorary rangers, conservationists, and hospitality staff. A perception survey involving 871 tourists was conducted along with field observations, archival data, and an analysis of archival data. The study results indicate that rainfall levels in the national park vary greatly from season to season and are declining. A warm climate and high rainfall were also observed, and increased drought episodes. The observed climatic extremes led to several ecological challenges, including bush thickening and encroachment, intense soil erosion, wetland degradation and an increased frequency of wildfires. The environmental challenges impact the park’s aesthetic value, affect tourist comfort and perceptions, and cause employee discomfort. The paper recommends that the park develops anticipatory action plans for the identified climatic and tourist attraction risks.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24590632.v1
title: Climate and conservation challenges facing Marakele National Park and their implications for tourism

description: Due to climate change’s effects, protected areas, particularly national parks, face conservation challenges, negatively impacting tourism. Sustainable tourism requires understanding the climate and conservation challenges in national parks and their implications for tourism. Marakele National Park in South Africa faces climatic and conservation challenges. A purposive and snowball sampling strategy was used to select study participants. An in-depth interview was conducted with the employees of South African National Parks, including top managers, scientists, field, section, honorary rangers, conservationists, and hospitality staff. A perception survey involving 871 tourists was conducted along with field observations, archival data, and an analysis of archival data. The study results indicate that rainfall levels in the national park vary greatly from season to season and are declining. A warm climate and high rainfall were also observed, and increased drought episodes. The observed climatic extremes led to several ecological challenges, including bush thickening and encroachment, intense soil erosion, wetland degradation and an increased frequency of wildfires. The environmental challenges impact the park’s aesthetic value, affect tourist comfort and perceptions, and cause employee discomfort. The paper recommends that the park develops anticipatory action plans for the identified climatic and tourist attraction risks.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24639195
title: Managing learning outcomes with technology in Ghanaian higher education

description: The Internet and Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) in general have significantly transformed the world’s economy and social landscape, enhancing the lives of individuals, promoting business growth, and stimulating economic development. Not having access to the Internet and the appropriate technology comes with a high probability of constrained prospects of quality education, social mobility, employment opportunities, and other factors related to quality of life. This research used a concurrent mixed-method inquiry to explore the effects of digitalization on learning outcomes with a digital learning management platform (Sakai). University of Ghana was selected purposively because the university has been employing the use of Sakai LMS as a tool for teaching and learning since 2014. Two hundred and thirty students (230) at Level 100 in the Adult Education program of the University were chosen as participants for the quantitative survey (<i>n</i> = 230) and 10 students were randomly selected from the 230 to participate in an in-depth interview (<i>n</i> = 10). The study utilized both questionnaires and interviews for data collection. Whereas the quantitative data were analysed using inferential statistics, the qualitative data were analysed via content and thematic approaches. The study found that Sakai as a learning tool enhanced students’ participation in discussion forums and online chats that enhanced the learning process through the sharing of ideas and course resources with one another.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24639195.v1
title: Managing learning outcomes with technology in Ghanaian higher education

description: The Internet and Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) in general have significantly transformed the world’s economy and social landscape, enhancing the lives of individuals, promoting business growth, and stimulating economic development. Not having access to the Internet and the appropriate technology comes with a high probability of constrained prospects of quality education, social mobility, employment opportunities, and other factors related to quality of life. This research used a concurrent mixed-method inquiry to explore the effects of digitalization on learning outcomes with a digital learning management platform (Sakai). University of Ghana was selected purposively because the university has been employing the use of Sakai LMS as a tool for teaching and learning since 2014. Two hundred and thirty students (230) at Level 100 in the Adult Education program of the University were chosen as participants for the quantitative survey (<i>n</i> = 230) and 10 students were randomly selected from the 230 to participate in an in-depth interview (<i>n</i> = 10). The study utilized both questionnaires and interviews for data collection. Whereas the quantitative data were analysed using inferential statistics, the qualitative data were analysed via content and thematic approaches. The study found that Sakai as a learning tool enhanced students’ participation in discussion forums and online chats that enhanced the learning process through the sharing of ideas and course resources with one another.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24640115
title: The effect of Saudization on female employment in local organizations

description: Saudization is a policy implemented by the Saudi Ministry of Labor and Social Development that requires Saudi companies and enterprises to fill their workforce with Saudi nationals up to a certain percentage. This research examines the effect of Saudization on women working in the Saudi workforce. The study also analyzed the support and incentives of this program for stimulating females’ enthusiasm toward looking for new job opportunities in the Saudi workforce. The study employed a qualitative study design. A total of 15 women were interviewed who held jobs for &gt; 5 years and currently have been working in companies within Saudi Arabia. The study findings offer insights to the organizations concerned about the outcomes of implementing such programs. The study’s findings reveal the positive impact of Saudization on female employment in local organizations, and these policies led to more opportunities through working in such stores and industries. The findings suggest that Saudization, retention, pay with benefits, and health insurance policies significantly affect diversity management in the Saudi private sector. There is a need to update the policy dimensions to address the issue of gender discrimination.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24640115.v1
title: The effect of Saudization on female employment in local organizations

description: Saudization is a policy implemented by the Saudi Ministry of Labor and Social Development that requires Saudi companies and enterprises to fill their workforce with Saudi nationals up to a certain percentage. This research examines the effect of Saudization on women working in the Saudi workforce. The study also analyzed the support and incentives of this program for stimulating females’ enthusiasm toward looking for new job opportunities in the Saudi workforce. The study employed a qualitative study design. A total of 15 women were interviewed who held jobs for &gt; 5 years and currently have been working in companies within Saudi Arabia. The study findings offer insights to the organizations concerned about the outcomes of implementing such programs. The study’s findings reveal the positive impact of Saudization on female employment in local organizations, and these policies led to more opportunities through working in such stores and industries. The findings suggest that Saudization, retention, pay with benefits, and health insurance policies significantly affect diversity management in the Saudi private sector. There is a need to update the policy dimensions to address the issue of gender discrimination.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24639580
title: Analysis of land rights ownership <i>Deli Spoorweg Maatschappij</i> in Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

description: This study aimed to unravel the legal and political history of the birth of a modern mode of railway in Medan. The land agreement for the construction of railroad companies has led to conflicts to date regarding the status of concession lands originating from the Sultanate of Deli at that time. This study integrated normative legal research with historical research methodologies, utilizing archives of primary materials from colonial times as the primary source and secondary data from a specific era. Data was carried out at the Netherlands National Archives in The Hague and the Special Collections of the Leiden University Library in early spring 2015, and continued in early winter 2016 and 2019. There are two important findings from this research. First, land concession managed by <i>Deli Spoorweg Maatschappij</i> (DSM) does not belong to the foreign company but belongs to the indigenous people where the King or Sultan acts as the customary leader. Second, Law No. 86 of 1958 nationalized Dutch companies and turned these areas into State Companies like Railways and Plantations, however the Sultanate and Customary Law Community’s rights cannot be demolished. This manuscript showed comprehensive analysis of the land rights associated with the DSM in Medan. However, there are limitations to this research in that the available historical records are incomplete, and some important documents have been lost or damaged over time, which may result in data gaps. Future research should be conducted to compare the <i>Deli Spoorweg Maatschappij</i> with other colonial and post-colonial railroads.
DOI: 10.6084/m9.figshare.24639580.v1
title: Analysis of land rights ownership <i>Deli Spoorweg Maatschappij</i> in Medan, Sumatera Utara, Indonesia

description: This study aimed to unravel the legal and political history of the birth of a modern mode of railway in Medan. The land agreement for the construction of railroad companies has led to conflicts to date regarding the status of concession lands originating from the Sultanate of Deli at that time. This study integrated normative legal research with historical research methodologies, utilizing archives of primary materials from colonial times as the primary source and secondary data from a specific era. Data was carried out at the Netherlands National Archives in The Hague and the Special Collections of the Leiden University Library in early spring 2015, and continued in early winter 2016 and 2019. There are two important findings from this research. First, land concession managed by <i>Deli Spoorweg Maatschappij</i> (DSM) does not belong to the foreign company but belongs to the indigenous people where the King or Sultan acts as the customary leader. Second, Law No. 86 of 1958 nationalized Dutch companies and turned these areas into State Companies like Railways and Plantations, however the Sultanate and Customary Law Community’s rights cannot be demolished. This manuscript showed comprehensive analysis of the land rights associated with the DSM in Medan. However, there are limitations to this research in that the available historical records are incomplete, and some important documents have been lost or damaged over time, which may result in data gaps. Future research should be conducted to compare the <i>Deli Spoorweg Maatschappij</i> with other colonial and post-colonial railroads.
DOI: 10.15468/dl.4nrb4q
title: Occurrence Download

description: A dataset containing 6921 species occurrences available in GBIF matching the query:
{
 "and" : [
 "TaxonKey is Amelanchier arborea",
 "HasCoordinate is true"
 ]
}

 The dataset includes 6921 records from 157 constituent datasets; see https://api.gbif.org/v1/occurrence/download/0071227-251120083545085/datasets/export for details.
 
Data from some individual datasets included in this download may be licensed under less restrictive terms.
DOI: 10.15468/dl.33seu8
title: Occurrence Download

description: A dataset containing 749534 species occurrences available in GBIF matching the query:
{
 "TaxonKey" : [
 "is Danaus plexippus"
 ]
}

 The dataset includes 749534 records from 375 constituent datasets; see https://api.gbif.org/v1/occurrence/download/0071218-251120083545085/datasets/export for details.
 
Data from some individual datasets included in this download may be licensed under less restrictive terms.