The Problem of God and Abstract Objects: A Reassessment

Image studies, or imagology, was traditionally subsumed under the uncritical notion of ‘national character’, which was itself replaced by the constructivist term ‘national stereotype’. Since its origins in comparative literature, the field has moved beyond the narrow disciplinary confines of the humanities, with their predominantly qualitative methodology, and become truly interdisciplinary. This happened in two steps. First, by bringing history into the picture, thereby adding a strong diachronical approach and additional elements of theory. Secondly, by attracting the interest of social scientists – in the main psychologists, sociologists, and social anthropologists – and, in the process, adding further theoretical frameworks and quantitative methodologies typically absent from the humanities. This has resulted in a whole array of insights and models. Specialists aside, however, mainstream scholars are still largely unaware of the field's essential notions, insights, models, disciplinary composition and claims to relevance. This article, therefore, provides a brief survey of the state of imagology on the threshold of the 21st century.

En este trabajo se exponen los resultados de una experiencia destinada a la ensenanza del espanol con un proposito especifico: la correccion de textos traducidos. La investigacion se realizo con el fin de redactar un programa de estudios para la materia “Correccion de Estilo” dentro de la carrera de Tecnico en Edicion recientemente inaugurada en la Facultad de Filosofia y Letras de la Universidad de Buenos Aires. Se hace referencia a la elaboracion de un marco teorico basado en tres conceptos fundamentales: lengua escrita; lengua general y lengua especializada. Para el diseno de los materiales didacticos; se propone el abordaje de los textos desde diversos niveles: fonologico y grafematico; morfologico; sintactico; lexico y textual (compositivo; pragmatico y estilistico). Se sintetizan los lineamientos de la investigacion teorica y se explican las caracteristicas y el modo de empleo de los materiales ya publicados (cuadernillos para el alumno).

<p style="text-align: justify;">English language teachers are expected to implement lessons directed by the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) into today’s classrooms. In this regard, it is pivotal to know about the theoretical framework of this key language teaching approach. The framework is partly made up of one of the most crucial Second Language Acquisition (SLA) hypotheses called the Interaction Hypothesis (IH). The IH claims that second language development is better facilitated when learners participate in negotiated interaction. From a CLT perspective, a second language is acquired more effectively through interaction and communication. When language teachers attempt to design and deliver classroom instruction grounded in CLT, it is imperative to be familiar with the essential notions behind the IH and its facilitative role in SLA. Therefore, this paper provides key information on the hypothesis at hand by analyzing its early version and updated version. In addition, Krashen’s comprehensible input and Hatch’s role of interaction and conversation on L2 learning are highlighted, because the IH evolved from these two scholars’ seminal works. This paper also deals with three key interactional modification techniques - comprehension checks, confirmation checks, and clarification requests – promoted by the IH. With the intent of facilitating language learning, the design and deliver of communicative-oriented lessons should have a central role in the classroom. However, lessons are more likely to be effective when teachers take the theory of the IH into practice by allowing learners to engage in negotiation of meaning through the use of the aforementioned interactional modifications.</p>

Objective - The objective of this paper is to explore and understand the motivators of institutionalization of Performance Measurement Systems (PMS) in the Indonesian Local Government (ILG), particularly in the Batu municipality presenting the performance paradoxes. Performance accountability issues have been encouraging the Batu municipality to implement PMS since the beginning of the 2000s. Methodology/Technique - The theoretical framework and interpretation of this study are adopted from the institutional theory (coercive, mimetic, normative, and allomorphism) which is used to analyze the phenomenon. The researchers employ a single case study to scrutinize the motivators of institutionalization by elaborating on document analysis conducted from the interviews of 10 employees in a different range of management levels (top, middle, and lower). Findings - The results of this study reveal that exogenous (coercive, mimetic and normative) and endogenous (allomorphism) drivers encourage the institutionalization of PMS in the Batu municipality with coercive pressure as a major driver and allomorphism as a mere ceremonial driver (rather than an instrument). Novelty - The practical implications of this study can be used to improve the PMS process and the quality of performance reporting in the Batu municipality and in other local governments. This paper is also expected to fill the gap in existing literature on the implementation of PMS within a developing country (in this case, Indonesia). Type of Paper: Empirical Paper. Keywords: Performance Measurement Systems; Institutional Theory; Indonesian Local Government; Batu Municipality. JEL Classification: P47, M48, P49. DOI: https://doi.org/10.35609/jber.2019.4.1(3)

Objective- Non interest banking, also known as Islamic banking is a system of banking that does not permit interest to either be given or received by the bank for the maintenance of their customers or client account or any contract between them and their clients. In its operation, it has witnessed rapid expansion globally since first established 30 years ago. In Nigeria, it is a new concept and its establishment has been challenging. This study was carried out with the aim of appraising its operation globally and in Nigeria in particular using the conceptual and theoretical frame work. Methodology/Technique The challenges faced in its operation such as unfamiliarity and wrong perception by the populace, regulatory framework, implementation process, liquidity management, lack of professionals among others are highlighted. The differences between it and the conventional bank are also considered. Findings The study recommends that there is a need to develop research and development units comprising of scholars, marketers, professionals and skilled bankers. Novelty - The Nigeria government and the central bank should not relent in public awareness campaign for wider acceptability as this will benefit the poor member of the community as they will have easy access to interest free loan for small scale business. Type of Paper Empirical paper Keywords: Banking, Conventional Banking, Interest, Islamic Banking and Shari'ah.

‘Prescriptions for Success’: a mixed methods exploration of engagement, learning and academic performance among successful CALD (culturally and linguistically diverse) and non-CALD pharmacy students at a research-intensive Australian university

Objective - This paper develops a theoretical framework that consists of the factors affecting the work outcomes among educator continuous usage behaviour of Learning Management System (LMS). Methodology/Technique - The conceptual framework is based on the previous literature review and the underpinning theories which are an integral of Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and IS Continuance Model.Perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use and confirmation are identified as independent variables; satisfaction and IS continuance intention will be employed as mediating variable; and work outcomes as a dependent variable. Findings - In this study, 13 hypotheses have been proposed based on the conceptual framework outlined. The proposed framework would help the organizations to plan for the potential improvement of the systems and teaching strategies in the context of the LMS, in order to meet the educational goals and to get better learning outcomes. Novelty - Currently, there are very limited empirical researches that have been conducted on educator's outcomes on the post-adoption stage of LMS. Type of Paper - Conceptual Keywords : Management System; Educators; Work Outcomes; Perceived Usefulness; Perceived Ease of Use; Confirmation; Satisfaction; Continuance Intention

Objectives: Throughout the e-government services adoption and evaluation several frameworks have been developed;however, there is a need to go further into combining several model and theories in creating these frameworks.Methods/Statistical Analysis: The research aims to develop an effective framework that will be best use in the nation to effectively evaluate the e-government services. In addition to that the research model is hereby created, the importance of this is to have the generate systematicand comprehensive approach with regards to e-government services frameworks by looking in to some multiple parameters which will be used to reduces the gap in this field.Findings:This paper investigated few key element of the e-government services evaluation theoretical framework development, based on the federal republic of Nigeria’s scenario. This research goes deep in to the theoretical framework formation and e-government services and its evaluations especially in the developed countries.Application/Improvements:Considering the progress in this research, much have been done to formulate the theoretical framework for evaluating the e-government services in the Federal Republic of Nigeria, this can be used widely in the African nations considering a minimum customization.

To define a theoretical framework to guide the systematization of nursing care in a maternity unit in the South of Brazil. This was the preliminary stage of a qualitative methodological study, based on an educational activity and the assumptions of Paulo Freire, involving 15 nurses, between August and November 2015. The aim of data analysis was to identify emerging themes. The following themes emerged: knowledge of nurses about nursing theories; barriers to implementing and systematizing nursing care; the importance of a framework to guide practice and; educational activities as opportunities to systematize nursing care. The discussion process involved in establishing the theoretical framework enabled reflections about nursing practices, reinforcing the importance of theoretical frameworks to guide work processes and enhance quality of care.

Objective: qualitative, exploratory study, based on the Oral History theoretical methodological framework, conducted in a Health Regional of Goiana, Pernambuco, Brazil. Data collection occurred from October 2017 to May 2018, with 13 mothers through individual interviews. Method: qualitative, exploratory study, based on the Oral History theoretical methodological framework, conducted in a Health Regional of Goiana, Pernambuco, Brazil. Data collection occurred from October 2017 to May 2018, with 13 mothers through individual interviews. The data were processed in a software using the similitude analysis method, which identified the most frequent terms and resulted in the interpretation of the corpus through the words in the light of the reference. Results: the interpretation of the corpus highlights the maternal experiences regarding the discovery of the Congenital Zika Virus Syndrome, of the forced paths implying changes in lifestyle and of the coping strategies used to care for the child. Conclusion: the stories of mothers of children with the syndrome allowed reflection on the challenges related to disability and their children´s need for daily care. The context of the syndrome, associated with low socioeconomic conditions, revealed the magnitude and peculiarities of the problem that permeate the limits to dignity, compromising quality of life and showing the precariousness of the lives of women neglected by the State and society.

Objetivo: desvelar as situações de prazer e de sofrimento no processo de formação de doutores em enfermagem. Método: estudo descritivo, de abordagem qualitativa, cujos dados foram coletados com 16 doutorandos de Programas de Pós-Graduação em Enfermagem de universidades públicas do Sul do Brasil. Utilizou-se a análise de conteúdo para organização dos dados e a Psicodinâmica do Trabalho como referencial teórico. Resultados: o prazer foi relacionado ao aprimoramento científico, ao doutorado-sanduíche e aos relacionamentos interpessoais, sobretudo com o orientador. O sofrimento ocorreu devido à produtividade acadêmica, ao relacionamento frustrante com o orientador, a sobrecarga oriunda de conciliar doutorado, trabalho e vida pessoal, e as despesas relativas ao curso. Conclusão: o processo de formação de doutores foi permeado pela dialética de sentimentos de prazer e sofrimento.

Objective: to reflect on the social representations of psychoactive drug users for the Catholic Church. Method: this is a qualitative, descriptive, reflective study. Inclusion criteria were based on subjects over the age of 18 and who have been attending the religious group for at least six months, excluding participants who did not meet these criteria. The Social Representations Theory was adopted as a theoretical framework and the Free Word Association Test as a data collection instrument. Results: The final sample of the study was composed of 100 participants, of which 34 were female and 66 were male. It was noticed, regarding the level of education, that most had completed high school (39 participants) and, regarding the age group, 30 were between 20 and 30 years old and 26, between 31 and 40 years old. Conclusion: the Catholic religion with the highest number of believers in Brazil is pointed out, thus, understanding its representation regarding the user of psychoactive drugs aims to directly collaborate in the construction of tools capable of enhancing the treatment offered for these users not only in the therapeutic communities, but also in the Unified Health System, considering that today it is admitted that the human being is biopsychosocial-spiritual.

to reflect on the body of the nursing professor in the subjectivity discourse. this is a reflective essay on the theoretical and practical reverberations of the nursing professor's body based on the Deleuzoguattarian discourse. in the theoretical framework, the body of the nursing professor was considered as a producer of subjectivities and understood without organs, surrounded by strengths, desires, and affections. In the practical framework, we discussed pedagogical strategies developed by professors, such as dramatic games, simulated scenes, presentation of the line of care and living portfolio, characterized by stimulating nursing students to value political, civic, creative, and supportive dimensions. based on the subjectivity discourses, the professor's body was demystified as uniquely holder of knowledge, and all participants in the educational scenario were considered active protagonists of collective knowledge.

Objectives: To identify theoretical frameworks and instruments used by rehabilitation professionals to perform the selection process of assistive technology (AT) in neurological rehabilitation centres in six Western European countries. Design: Descriptive, exploratory study by using survey design. Methods: Sixty neurological rehabilitation centres were selected from the total number (n = 259) of centres, identified through a search of official databases from national bodies and associations, with 10 in each country. Each centre was approached to identify a professional to be contacted. Custom-designed questionnaires with multiple-choice and open-ended questions were sent out by e-mail and regular mail to each of these professionals. Results: Thirty questionnaires were returned, of which 29 could be analysed. Ten participants reported using a theoretical framework to select AT. Four models, three frames of reference, and one international classification were mentioned. Fifteen professionals replied to the question on which instruments they use by mentioning one or more methods; 14 participants stated that they used no specific instruments or left the question open. The instruments mentioned show a broad variety, the majority of the published ones not being AT-specific. Professionals often use self-made tools to fill this gap. Conclusion: There is a lack of evidence-based AT-specific methods for the selection process. The development of comprehensive, easy to use tools for the selection of AT is recommended.

to analyze the application of methodological aspects of Grounded Theory in Brazilian nursing thesis. qualitative, descriptive study elaborated based on theses available in the CAPES Thesis and Dissertations Catalog, located with the search for the terms "Teoria Fundamentada nos Dados" OR "Grounded Theory", from 2013 to 2017. The data obtained were analyzed, considering the Grounded Theory methodological assumptions. observance of Grounded Theory basic concepts and articulation with several theoretical frameworks in the conduct of the investigations are strengthening aspects of the method. However, dissent in the description of the operationalization of the stages and naming of the elaborated construct weaken the methodological quality. Final considerations: the methodological consistency provided by Grounded Theory has the potential to demonstrate the studies' rigor and reliability conducted and theories generated. It is necessary to deepen theoretical-conceptual studies to elucidate discrepancies in the applicability in nursing research.