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Exploring the Consequences of Organizational Cynicism
Hira Toheed,
Jamshid Ali Turi,
Muhammad Ismail Ramay
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
1-7
Received:
15 November 2018
Accepted:
3 December 2018
Published:
14 March 2019
Abstract: In Pakistan, Advertising sector has always been in the limelight due to its efficient, communicative and well-integrated approach towards common public. Right now, advertising sector is facing a lot of challenges and organizational cynicism is one of them. This research was conducted to identify the relationship of the antecedents and consequences of cynical behavior showed up by the employees during any organizational change in the advertising sector of Pakistan. This cynical behavior may emerge due to two major reasons, one is what kind of information is perceived by the employees and what are the relational contexts towards it. In addition to this, the paper is based on the Buddha’s quote that “Change is never painful, only the resistance to change is painful”. Opinion of more than 250 employees was collected in the process of analysis. Findings show that cynicism has a significant influence towards organizational commitment and resistance towards change. Analysis shows that there is a strong requirement of eliminating cynicism out of the biggest economic activity of any country, i.e. advertising.
Abstract: In Pakistan, Advertising sector has always been in the limelight due to its efficient, communicative and well-integrated approach towards common public. Right now, advertising sector is facing a lot of challenges and organizational cynicism is one of them. This research was conducted to identify the relationship of the antecedents and consequences ...
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Public-Private Partnership as an Instrument for Stimulating Public Sector Innovation, as Exemplified by Projects Implemented in the Health Sector in Poland
Andrzej Panasiuk,
Patrycja Ostańska
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
8-14
Received:
28 May 2018
Accepted:
27 February 2019
Published:
21 March 2019
Abstract: The subject of the article is an analysis of public-private partnership as an instrument affecting the development of innovation in the public sector. The analysis was based on two PPP projects implemented in the health care sector in Poland and it was preceded by a discussion of the concept of innovation and PPP. The article focuses on the analysis of PPP elements that may have an indirect or direct impact on stimulating innovation in the area of public sector activities. As a result of the analysis, it should be clearly stated that PPP should be inherently associated with perceiving innovation as a process of changes aimed at increasing efficiency. The use of PPP by the public sector may, among other things, enable wider access to a specific public service for the general public, improve the quality of services provided, or increase access to know-how in the area of modern technological solutions. It seems that there will be a gradual shift in the public sector’s perception of PPP, from a mere instrument enabling the implementation of public tasks to an instrument enabling changes in the public management model. This, in turn, should lead to a change in the entire public administration, so that it will be better equipped to face the challenges of modern times, and this certainly will not be possible without the innovativeness of the actions undertaken and the solutions applied.
Abstract: The subject of the article is an analysis of public-private partnership as an instrument affecting the development of innovation in the public sector. The analysis was based on two PPP projects implemented in the health care sector in Poland and it was preceded by a discussion of the concept of innovation and PPP. The article focuses on the analysi...
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Holistic Care: An Urgent Need for Cervical Cancer Patients in Kenya
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
15-22
Received:
28 February 2019
Accepted:
3 April 2019
Published:
6 May 2019
Abstract: Holistic health care is an integrated approach to healthcare that treats the whole person, not simply symptoms and disease. Mind and body are integrated and inseparable. In cancer care, this approach has been actualized through the implementation of palliative care. The study aimed to determine holistic care issues faced by cervical cancer patients in Kenya. A cross-sectional study involving 334 cervical cancer patients was conducted in Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) in Kisumu from September 2014 to February 2015. Structured questionnaire, in-depth interview guide and key informant interview guide were used to collect data. Quantitative data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) Version 20 at a statistical significance of P ≤ 0.05, descriptive statistics were performed. For qualitative data, the responses were transcribed verbatim and the content was then analyzed by searching for emerging themes on holistic care issues faced by cervical cancer patients. Qualitative data was presented in textual form with verbatim reports for illustrations. The key holistic care issues from the study were being bothered by discharge, bleeding and odor from vagina 260 (78%), being afraid to have sex 283 (85%), lack of access to counseling 314 (87%), minimal acceptance of their disease by family members 263 (79%), need for prayers from spiritual members 313 (94%) and having pain 324 (97%). The study concluded that cervical cancer patients are a facing a myriad of holistic care issues. Therefore there is a need for the ministry of health to develop interventions that can cushion them from such issues.
Abstract: Holistic health care is an integrated approach to healthcare that treats the whole person, not simply symptoms and disease. Mind and body are integrated and inseparable. In cancer care, this approach has been actualized through the implementation of palliative care. The study aimed to determine holistic care issues faced by cervical cancer patients...
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The Problems of Implementing the Bologna Process in the Higher Education System of Uzbekistan
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
23-26
Received:
2 March 2019
Accepted:
4 April 2019
Published:
6 May 2019
Abstract: Globalization processes can be seen in the system of socio-economic relations worldwide. These processes, including the higher education system, focus on increasing the effectiveness of education, supporting international coverage of education, and, most importantly, the use of modern methods of modernizing higher education. The article examines the current state of the Higher Education in Uzbekistan and the role of Bologna Process to create innovative environment in Higher Education System of Uzbekistan. In addition, problems related to the implementation of this process in the higher education system are discussed. As well as, the further reforms are given to eliminate those problems.
Abstract: Globalization processes can be seen in the system of socio-economic relations worldwide. These processes, including the higher education system, focus on increasing the effectiveness of education, supporting international coverage of education, and, most importantly, the use of modern methods of modernizing higher education. The article examines th...
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Impact of Information Literacy Skill on Students’ Academic Performance in Bangladesh
Purnima Banik,
Bezon Kumar
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
27-33
Received:
5 March 2019
Accepted:
9 April 2019
Published:
6 May 2019
Abstract: The study explores the level of academic performance and information literacy skill of undergraduate students in Bangladesh. In addition, the study examines the impact of information literacy skill on students’ academic performance. To achieve the objectives, the study uses primary data collected from 325 students and employs several statistical and econometric methods. The study firstly uses information literacy skill index to measure the level of students’ information literacy skill and secondly, uses a linear regression estimated by OLS method to examine the impact of information literacy skill on students’ academic performance. The study finds that most of the students’ Grade Point Average (GPA) is medium standard which ranges between 3.01 and 3.50 and the level of information literacy skill is lower which ranges between 10 and 20. Besides, the study also finds that study hour, family income, class attendance, past academic result and information literacy skill are the significant factors which influence students’ academic performance. More specifically, the study finds that students’ GPA may be increased by 0.012 if students’ information literacy skill is increased by one unit. Therefore, the study suggests nursing students’ information literacy skill to improve the students’ academic performance.
Abstract: The study explores the level of academic performance and information literacy skill of undergraduate students in Bangladesh. In addition, the study examines the impact of information literacy skill on students’ academic performance. To achieve the objectives, the study uses primary data collected from 325 students and employs several statistical an...
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Comparative Analysis in Conflict Resolution: Computer Speech Synthesis and Humans Speech Production in View
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
34-38
Received:
1 March 2019
Accepted:
11 April 2019
Published:
10 May 2019
Abstract: Conflict is inevitable when it comes to communication between people from diverse background and settings. Computer systems also experience conflicts in form of bugs. Most naturally, before conflict of any sort occurs, be it ideas or perception, there must be some form of communication. Speech is one of the oldest and most natural means of information exchange between human beings. Humans speak and listen to each other in human-human interface in order to resolve certain conflicts, but computers speak to humans in a computer-human interface. The echo that comes out of a given speech might be understood or perceived differently when presented to different people. This paper is based on a comparative approach and focuses on given a run-down of the successes recorded in conflict resolution using human speech production in contrast to computer speech production. The author registers the conflict resolution practices in computers using a try-catch block pseudocode, its effectiveness in conflict resolution, plus the properties it lacks, and then, compares it to that of human functions as regards conflict resolution, in order to find a better approach. The methodology employed in this research is qualitative in nature. The author explores the stages and techniques of applying an artificial Intelligence system that scans through a given speech production and also how the brain processes information before it is finally voiced out.
Abstract: Conflict is inevitable when it comes to communication between people from diverse background and settings. Computer systems also experience conflicts in form of bugs. Most naturally, before conflict of any sort occurs, be it ideas or perception, there must be some form of communication. Speech is one of the oldest and most natural means of informat...
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An Exploration into Challenges of Teaching Vocabulary Using Task Based Instruction: The Case of Bodit Secondary and Preparatory School
Tesfaye Buche Bosha,
Ayele Eyob Kenta
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
39-45
Received:
4 March 2019
Accepted:
10 April 2019
Published:
20 May 2019
Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to explore Challenges of teaching vocabulary using task based instruction at Bodit Secondary and Preparatory School. It is believed that without adequate knowledge of vocabulary, one cannot express him/herself appropriately even if he/she master the grammar of the language and if it is implemented effectively when teaching vocabulary using task based instructions. Communicative language teaching approach was introduced as a main language teaching approach in our country (Ethiopia) two decades ago. However, the vocabulary skill of our high school students is not expected at their level. For example; sometimes students fail to use basic words for communication and even cannot express themselves clearly. The researchers employed descriptive research design in order to gather the needed information to achieve the stated objective and answer the research question. All of eight teachers were selected for this study through convenience sampling technique. To collect valuable and relevant data, interview and classroom observation were used. The semi-structured data transcribed and transformed into textual data form. The observation checklist data were changed to frequency of the numbers. Data was analyzed through cross tabulation and its analysis focused on the thematic expression. The study divulged that majority of English language teachers’ they face problem in teaching vocabulary via the task based instruction. The enlisted factors can be grouped into related themes: teacher related, student and facility related factors. Finlay, bearing in mind that divulged in the findings, the respondents listed different factors that affect teaching vocabulary through the task based instruction. Hence, the concerned bodies should fulfill he facility related factors that can affect the teaching of vocabulary via task based instruction, and the student and teacher related factors should mitigate through well-built mobilization.
Abstract: The main purpose of this study was to explore Challenges of teaching vocabulary using task based instruction at Bodit Secondary and Preparatory School. It is believed that without adequate knowledge of vocabulary, one cannot express him/herself appropriately even if he/she master the grammar of the language and if it is implemented effectively when...
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Implementation of Rehabilitation Services in the National Narcotics Agency of South Sulawesi Province
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
46-51
Received:
6 March 2019
Accepted:
13 April 2019
Published:
20 May 2019
Abstract: In terms of quantity of drug users each year has increased significantly, the prevalence of drug abuse in South Sulawesi in 2008 amounted to 1.80% (103,849 people) and increased to 2.04% (121,773 people) in 2010, even estimated to increase to 2.08% (125,730 people) by the end of 2011. The increasing trend of prevalence of drug users in Makassar every year continues to increase. Makassar City is still the highest city of drug users or about 33 percent of the total number of users in South Sulawesi Province. Therefore, more serious and systematic efforts to prevent and control drug users are needed. And the series of efforts can only be done well if supported by the efforts of the implementation of national policies and strategies for the prevention of drugs in the field of Rehabilitation organized by various government agencies and one of them is the National Narcotics Agency of South Sulawesi Province. This study aims to reveal how the implementation of drug rehabilitation services users. This research uses qualitative research method. Data collection was done in three ways, namely interview, observation and documentation study. The results of this study indicate that the implementation of rehabilitation services in the National Narcotics Agency of South Sulawesi Province has been running well although as many as 801 clients registered following the rehabilitation process, only 766 clients (95.6%) declared successful completion of rehabilitation program (recovered), and as many as 35 clients did not complete the rehabilitation process due to leaving the rehabilitation institution.
Abstract: In terms of quantity of drug users each year has increased significantly, the prevalence of drug abuse in South Sulawesi in 2008 amounted to 1.80% (103,849 people) and increased to 2.04% (121,773 people) in 2010, even estimated to increase to 2.08% (125,730 people) by the end of 2011. The increasing trend of prevalence of drug users in Makassar eve...
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The Compositional Making and Geographic Itinerancies of the Chansons de Roland During the Early and Late Middle Ages
Issue:
Volume 3, Issue 1, June 2019
Pages:
52-66
Received:
7 March 2019
Accepted:
12 April 2019
Published:
26 June 2019
Abstract: The author examines the centripetal compositional forces and the itinerant centrifugal forces that produced the Chanson de Roland and diffused the Chansons de Roland since its remote Nordico-Germanic and Gallo-Roman origins to their wide-scale geographic settlings in western mediaeval Europe. To demonstrate this dual force, the author traces the Figure of a sand-glass which visualizes the first migrating compositional flow from the wide plains of Scandinavia, through sedentarized Gaul and on to the battlefield of Roncevaux Pass, and the second propagating flow from the oldest extant Oxford version to the eight variants which, although scattered over different countries, are very much inter-related since they all drew inspiration from Roland's heroic death at the eventful battle of Roncevaux. The nine versions of the Chanson de Roland founded the mediaeval western European poetic koinê.
Abstract: The author examines the centripetal compositional forces and the itinerant centrifugal forces that produced the Chanson de Roland and diffused the Chansons de Roland since its remote Nordico-Germanic and Gallo-Roman origins to their wide-scale geographic settlings in western mediaeval Europe. To demonstrate this dual force, the author traces the Fi...
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