Collaborative Engagement Research Articles

A risk-based model for human-artificial intelligence conflict resolution in process systems

The conflicts stemming from discrepancies between human and artificial intelligence (AI) in observation, interpretation, and action have gained attention. Recent publications highlight the seriousness of the concern stemming from conflict and models to identify and assess the conflict risk. No work has been reported on systematically studying how to resolve human and artificial intelligence conflicts. This paper presents a novel approach to model the resolution strategies of human-AI conflicts. This approach reinterprets the conventional human conflict resolution mechanisms within AI. The study proposes a unique mathematical model to quantify conflict risks and delineate effective resolution strategies to minimize conflict risk. The proposed approach and mode are applied to control a two-phase separator system, a major component of a processing facility. The proposed approach promotes the development of robust AI systems with enhanced real-time responses to human inputs. It provides a platform to foster human-AI collaborative engagement and a mechanism of intelligence augmentation.

A legal and regulatory compliance framework for maritime operations in Nigerian oil companies

The maritime sector plays a critical role in Nigeria's oil industry, serving as the primary conduit for offshore oil exploration, production, and transportation. As the country remains heavily reliant on its oil revenues, ensuring that maritime operations comply with legal and regulatory standards is crucial for operational safety, environmental sustainability, and economic stability. This review outlines a comprehensive legal and regulatory compliance framework for maritime operations in Nigerian oil companies, focusing on the roles of key regulatory bodies such as the Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA). It explores major laws such as the Coastal and Inland Shipping (Cabotage) Act, Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Act, highlighting their implications for offshore drilling, oil transportation, and environmental protection. Additionally, the review discusses the compliance challenges Nigerian oil companies face, including environmental risks, maritime security threats, jurisdictional conflicts, and the technical demands of adhering to safety standards. To address these challenges, the study emphasizes the need for regular audits, technology integration, capacity building, and collaborative engagements between oil companies and regulatory authorities. Through case studies on oil spill response and the enforcement of cabotage laws, the review underscores the importance of robust regulatory enforcement to ensure safety, mitigate environmental damage, and enhance operational efficiency. This framework is essential for the future growth of Nigeria’s oil sector, balancing economic gains with legal compliance and sustainability in maritime operations.

Design Project Classroom: Fostering Industry-Ready Industrial Designers through Academic-Industry Collaboration

As the demands of the job market continue to evolve, it becomes imperative for educational institutions to equip students with the necessary skills and competencies to thrive in their respective industries. This article explores the implementation of a design project classroom as an innovative approach to preparing students for the job market, specifically in industrial design. The research employs the method of participant observation combined with interviews to gain valuable insights from industry professionals and student participants. Collaboration with industries is integral to this research, where it enables students to engage directly with real-world design challenges and obtain expert guidance. By leveraging the expertise and resources of these partnerships, this project aims to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industry expectations. The results of this study showcase several key elements that students need to master before graduating, identified through feedback from both students and mentoring companies. The findings underscore the significance of hands-on experience, interdisciplinary collaboration, and industry engagement in preparing students for successful careers as industrial designers. The positive feedback received from both students and industry partners affirms the effectiveness of this approach in grooming students and enhancing their readiness for the job market. This article contributes to the literature on design education, and the insights provided serve as a foundation for educators and institutions seeking to enhance their design programmes, ensuring that students are adequately equipped with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience to enter the job market.

COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT AND EDUCATIONAL TECHNOLOGIES

This article examines the relationship between cognitive development and educational technologies, highlighting how the integration of these tools can significantly improve the teaching-learning process. Neuroscience has played a crucial role in offering a detailed understanding of cognitive processes, providing valuable support for the creation of more effective pedagogical practices adapted to the needs of students. Emerging educational technologies, such as augmented reality, virtual reality and artificial intelligence, have shown great potential to make learning more interactive, dynamic and personalized, meeting the particularities of each student. The literature review includes important contributions from renowned authors, such as Jean Piaget and Lev Vygotsky, who discuss the relevance of the environment and the use of technological tools in cognitive development, as well as other theorists who explore how these innovations can positively influence learning. The critical analysis of the article highlights both the opportunities and challenges of integrating these technologies, emphasizing the urgent need for continued training for teachers and the importance of creating learning environments that promote collaboration, interaction and student engagement.

Reimagining boundaries: transdisciplinary insights from Education, Counselling, and Fine Art

This paper presents three case studies of educators pioneering transdisciplinary project work within a UK College-Based Higher Education Institution, focusing on Education Studies, Counselling, and Fine Art. Through the CollaborArt Blackburn initiative, educators facilitated gallery visits, encounter spaces, and collaborative creation opportunities for students across these disciplines. These case studies highlight the educators' roles in fostering a transdisciplinary approach that transcends traditional disciplinary boundaries, emphasising experiential learning and collaborative engagement. The narratives illustrate the transformative impact of integrating diverse perspectives and methodologies, enriching both educators' and students' understanding and practice. The paper argues for the intrinsic value of educators' insights and expertise in initiating and sustaining transdisciplinary projects, encouraging peers to embrace innovative approaches in their pedagogical practices. This work contributes to the discourse on transdisciplinary education, advocating for its potential to create dynamic, inclusive, and holistic learning environments.

Exploring Brain Activity in Different Mental Cognitive Workloads

Objective: Understanding neural mechanisms underlying cognitive workload is crucial for advancing our knowledge of human cognition and mental processes. In this study, we utilized electroencephalography (EEG) analysis to investigate brain activity associated with varying mental cognitive workloads from a psychological perspective. Method: We employed a publicly accessible EEG dataset consisting of a cohort of 36 healthy volunteers (75% female), aged 18 to 26 years, while the participants were at rest or engaged in an arithmetic task to explore mental cognitive workload. After preprocessing to reduce noise and various artifacts and to obtain a clean signal for every subject, functional connectivity and complexity features were calculated from EEGs through the coherence and permutation entropy algorithms, respectively. Then, repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) was conducted to assess the differences in complexity and connectivity measures across various brain regions between the rest and task states. Results: Brain sites showed significant within-subject effects, and the interaction between states and channels was significant for connectivity values (F = 3.68, P = 0.034). Post hoc comparisons indicated that FP1-F7, FP1-F8 and FP1-Fz connectivity were significantly lower during the task state compared to the rest state (P < 0.05). Moreover, F4-P3, F4-P4, FP1-O1, FP2-O2, F3-O1, F4-O1, F8-O1, C4-O1, F3-O2, F4-O2, F7-O2, F8-O2, Fz-O1, Fz-O2, Cz-O1 and Fz-P4 connectivity were significantly higher during the arithmetic task state (P < 0.05). Furthermore, brain sites showed significant within-subject effects and the interaction between states and channels was significant for entropy values (F = 3.50, P = 0.041). Post hoc comparisons indicated that the permutation entropy was significantly higher in the FP1, T3, T4, P4 and Pz channels during the arithmetic task compared to the rest state (P < 0.05). Conclusion: During arithmetic tasks, the increased connectivity in the frontoparietal and frontooccipital networks and heightened complexity in the prefrontal, temporal and parietal lobes reflect the collaborative engagement of brain areas specialized in numerical processing, attention, working memory, cognitive control, and visual-spatial cognition. These changes in connectivity and complexity facilitate the integration of multiple cognitive processes essential for effective arithmetic problem-solving.

Bibliometric Analysis of Character Education in Senior High School Indonesian Textbooks Based on the Merdeka Curriculum

This study aims to understand the publication trend and research contribution related to character education in Indonesian high school textbooks based on the Merdeka Curriculum from 2015 to 2024. Character education is crucial for student development, and textbooks play a central role. Using bibliometric analysis, the study identified 428 publications from Google Scholar and Scopus, including journal articles, proceedings, reviews, and books. Journal articles dominated with 363 publications, followed by 30 proceedings, 32 books, and three reviews. The study focused on the number of publications and the issues underlying the keyword emergence. While 2023 had the highest number of publications (75), 2018 saw the highest citations (890) and h-index (14), indicating significant influence. The highly cited study "Strategy and Implementation of Character Education in Senior High Schools and Vocational High Schools" had 135 citations. Keyword analysis using VOSviewer revealed that "Indonesian textbook" was the most popular topic, particularly concerning gender representation and basic education. Despite increased productivity, recent publications need higher impact, achievable through improved research quality, appropriate journal selection, online dissemination, collaboration, and scientific community engagement. The focus on gender representation and basic education should be sharpened for inclusive teaching materials and to instill positive values early in Indonesian education. This study provides valuable insights and direction for future research and practice in character education within the Independent Curriculum framework.

An ethics of care approach to promoting social wellbeing in Irish primary physical education

ABSTRACT This paper explores the integration of care-focused practices in physical education (PE) by an Irish primary school teacher to enhance children’s social wellbeing. Through a five-month autoethnographic self-study involving sixteen PE lessons, the research draws on qualitative data sources. The findings highlight the teacher’s dual role as educator and researcher, revealing how a commitment to care fostered collaboration and social engagement. The findings underscore the complexities and benefits of being a teacher role model, encouraging and listening to children’s voices, balancing child autonomy with teacher guidance, acting as a facilitator, and the potential of co-creating expectations. The study offers insights for educators on implementing care-oriented approaches in PE that prioritise relationship building and a socially enriching learning environment.

Affordable housing and resilient design: Preparing low-income housing for climate change impacts

This paper presents a comprehensive framework for integrating resilient design principles into affordable housing to prepare low-income housing to withstand the impacts of climate change. The framework emphasizes the need for architectural strategies that enhance flood resistance, energy efficiency, and disaster preparedness, specifically tailored to the unique challenges faced by low-income communities. Through a detailed analysis of resilient design principles and practical examples from successful projects, the paper highlights the significance of resilient housing in promoting sustainability and protecting vulnerable populations. The paper also addresses the challenges in implementing resilient design, including financial, regulatory, and technical barriers. It explores opportunities for advancing these practices through innovative solutions, emerging technologies, and supportive policies. Recommendations are provided for policymakers, architects, and developers, focusing on fostering collaboration and community engagement. Additionally, the paper identifies key areas for future research to further refine and expand the application of resilient design in affordable housing. Ultimately, this work contributes to the ongoing discourse on sustainable housing by proposing actionable strategies to enhance the resilience of affordable housing in the face of climate change. Keywords: Resilient Design, Affordable Housing, Climate Change Adaptation, Flood Resistance, Energy Efficiency, Sustainable Architecture

Influence of a seed-funded community of practice on the development of academic staff research at a comprehensive University in South Africa

This study seeks to explore the influence of a seed-funded project on the research development, professional growth, and collaboration of academic staff. It employed a qualitative reflective inquiry design to elicit the views of participants in the Domain of Emerging Researcher Excellence (DERE). The DERE has a total of 13 members, but for this study, seven participants were selected as a purposive diverse sample representing various disciplines, career stages, and levels of engagement within the Community of Practice (CoP). The findings revealed two main sources of knowledge platforms that helped participants shape their individual research developments. Participants also highlighted the collaborative activities and knowledge-sharing practices prevalent in the DERE. The interdisciplinary project was considered a gateway for professional growth and career trajectories, facilitating mentorship development activities among academics involved in the project. The study concludes that providing seed funding for CoPs can enhance the growth of academic staff research within universities in emerging economies. This initiative has significant implications for fostering a vibrant research culture within institutions, enhancing research capacity among staff, and promoting collaborative engagement across disciplines. Additionally, institutional policies should outline strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of CoPs beyond seed funding. The study acknowledges the complexity of promoting research capacity for early-career researchers; however, to ensure sustainability, seed-funded projects that influence individual professional growth and emerging researcher career trajectories should be given opportunities to develop their own funding mechanisms so that they do not become extinct once the seed-funding period elapses.

Addressing Poverty and Homelessness is Central to an Equity-Focused Response to Climate Change: Considering Canada as an Example

People experiencing poverty are highly exposed to climatic events due to multiple intersecting factors. This commentary centres on poverty, generally, and homelessness, specifically in considering the impacts of climate change on health equity in Canada. We propose prioritizing poverty reduction and prevention over emergency response through measures such as universal basic income and enhanced housing standards. Such work can be grounded in inclusive assessments of risks and leveraged interventions, Indigenous leadership, intersectoral collaboration, and community engagement. We argue that it is essential that we move beyond the current, broad awareness of climate change as a threat multiplier with an emphasis on individual responsibility and the “othering” of people experiencing poverty. What is needed is a clear, systems-focused action fundamentally different from the pace and nature of the work done to date.

Students’ experiences of peer learning in an accounting research module: Discussion forums, peer review and group work

Collaborative or peer-learning strategies could enhance student engagement in management education, improve learning and help students develop workplace skills. The aim of this action research study was to evaluate the effectiveness of the peer learning (discussion forums, peer review and group work) employed in a postgraduate accounting research module. Findings from semi-structured interviews reveal that participants believed peer learning to facilitate social, cognitive, behavioural, collaborative and social engagement. Posting and reviewing comments on discussion forums developed students’ communication skills and fostered a sense of community. Participants recommended that discussion forums should include a balance of applied and theoretical questions. Peer reviews allowed students to obtain feedback on their writing prior to their work being graded, and to develop the workplace skill of giving and receiving criticism. Participants believed that group work improved their teamwork skills and collaborating online prepared them for working in a post-COVID world. While some groups valued the social and emotional engagement facilitated by in-person group work, other groups found it more efficient to interact online. The findings emphasise the usefulness of peer learning strategies in management education, and especially in research modules, to foster engagement, increase student learning and to prepare students for the workplace.

The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Transforming Organizational Culture Dynamics

Interest in emotional intelligence within structural settings has flowed as its role in determining operative workplace dynamics becomes progressively documented. This education explores the impact of expressive intelligence on structural culture dynamics, concentrating on variables such as leader emotional intelligence, organizational culture, team collaboration, and employee engagement. Data from 388 participants were examined through chi-square test, correlation analysis, square tests, and Cronbach’s α to measure the relationships and reliability of the measures. For statistical analysis in this study SPSS software were utilized. The findings reveal significant correlations, highlighting that higher emotional intelligence contributes to improved working efficiency and executive efficacy. This research underscores the standing of integrating emotional intelligence strategies into administrative performance to foster a positive work atmosphere and improve overall efficiency.

Potentials of digital twin system for analyzing travel behavior decisions

This review explores the potential of digital twin systems to provide a more holistic representation of travel behavior and support transportation planning and policymaking. The paper introduces the concept of digital twins, their key characteristics, and their applications in various domains, including transportation. It discusses the traditional methods used in travel behavior analysis and their limitations, as well as the potential advantages of digital twin systems, such as the integration of heterogeneous data sources, real-time monitoring and prediction, and the ability to simulate and evaluate various policy scenarios. The review also identifies the key components of digital twin systems, the challenges associated with their implementation, and the current state of research on digital twins and related methods in travel behavior analysis. The paper highlights research gaps and future directions, emphasizing the need for privacy-preserving techniques, real-world case studies, and the integration of digital twins with decision support systems. Finally, the review discusses the broader implications of digital twin systems for transportation planning and policymaking, concluding by emphasizing the need for interdisciplinary collaboration and stakeholder engagement to fully realize the potential of digital twins in analyzing travel behavior decisions and shaping the future of transportation systems.

Addressing Systemic Inequities: An Evaluation of the Resilience Catalysts in Public Health Program.

Resilience Catalysts (RC) in Public Health provides local health departments (LHDs) with a process and technical assistance (TA) to operationalize the Community Health Strategist (CHS) role, foster equity, and support community resilience through policy, practice, and program change across multiple sectors. This evaluation sought to (1) identify essential elements of the RC process and TA that help LHDs address the systemic drivers of adversity and inequity, and (2) expand understanding of RC's preliminary impact and inform implications for theory, practice, and funding in the post-COVID context. The mixed-methods evaluation incorporated online surveys and semi-structured interviews. Key themes and takeaways were identified using framework analysis, constant comparison analysis, and descriptive statistics. The evaluation was conducted in 12 cities and counties across the United States, including California, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, and Washington. Survey participants consisted of 29 representatives of 11 RC sites. Interview participants included 33 individuals: 19 representatives of 9 RC sites and 14 individuals representing RC TA providers and funders. The evaluation measured outcomes related to collaborative engagement, addressing inequity, systems change, knowledge change, ability to work within a local political and community context, sustainability, and scalability. Evaluation results demonstrate outcomes related to community engagement, expansion of system-level thinking, advancing health and racial equity, clarity and understanding of RC process, building LHD and partners' capacity and skills needed to embody the CHS role. The RC process prepared LHDs to operationalize the CHS role by providing the knowledge, skills, and capacities needed to understand root causes of adversity and inequity, address structural racism as a public health issue, and develop collaborative plans for addressing root causes.

THE INTERFACE BETWEEN THE BIOCEANIC ROAD AND THE BELT AND ROAD INITIATIVE (BRI) FROM A BRAZILIAN PERSPECTIVE ON CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS

The current changing in world dynamics leads to an increased complexity on countries relations. From this perspective, the article's general objective analyses the impact of Latin America and East Asia integration through the Bioceanic Corridor and the Belt and Road Initiative on illicit markets. The specific objectives focus on identifying complicating elements for regional security, stemming from the collaborative and competitive engagements of actors within illegal networks. The adopted methodology is predominantly qualitative, involving bibliographic review, document analysis and case studies based on data from academic and government documents, and reports from international organizations. The addressed topics include drug and weapons trafficking, infrastructure initiatives, regional and global interconnection, and their relations to the criminal phenomena in South America. From the results obtained, the article emphasizes the anticipatory dimension, providing preventive recommendations in international collaboration, standardization of informational capabilities through common data models in road logistics hubs, and the application of security protocols in maritime hubs, with emphasis on the ARESP methodology (Risk Analysis with Emphasis on Port Security), contributing to regional integration on global security, and proposing practical and collaborative measures to anticipate and mitigate potential challenges arising from the interconnection of illicit networks on a global scale.

Sustainable, affordable, and transferable approaches to experienced doctoral supervisor development

ABSTRACT Doctoral supervision is complex and takes place against a background of contextual, political, economic, and cultural affordances/constraints; with multiple purposes; and in a global higher education system. The result can be significant tensions for supervisors and, often, poor student satisfaction and progression. Globally, systematic development of doctoral supervision capacity is unusual and/or prohibitively expensive at scale. In response, this paper reports an educational design research initiative to develop a series of collaborative online workshops for experienced doctoral supervisors, supporting deliberate ‘reflective, personal, scholarly and systematic reflection’ across ten areas of doctoral supervision. Participants are then well-equipped to craft a successful application for the prestigious United Kingdom Council for Graduate Education supervisor recognition. Our evidence suggests short-term benefit is in two phases: directly via collaborative workshop engagement with the supervision literature in relation to participants’ shared experiences of supervision, and then via application of that to practice, captured in semi-structured scholarly reflective accounts on development of practice in submission for accreditation. Embedded medium-term benefits are now emerging. Multiple iterations suggest the approach is sustainable, transferable, affordable, and richly beneficial to participants, doctoral students, and wider doctoral communities. The contribution is to development of academics’ teaching and research, and it is both theoretical and practical.

Nature-based solutions across spatial urban scales: three cases studies from Nice, Utrecht and Milan

A holistic vision for urban sustainability looks at the city as an integration of energy, environment, mobility, urban design, new technologies and, most importantly, ‘people and nature’. In this article, the aim is to shed light on the role of nature-based solutions (NBS) towards addressing climate change crisis and tackling a variety of socio-ecological and urban biodiversity challenges. The paper claims for more evidence-based frameworks to understand the economic, social and environmental benefits of NBS and to promote their inclusion in urban policies. First, and most importantly, the role of NBS in shaping urban planning as a result of expansion and densification of cities is reviewed. Second, the co-benefits generated by NBS within the social and cultural regeneration of cities are reflected upon. Lastly, case studies are given from Nice, Utrecht and Milan in order to showcase those cities’ spatial strategies to implement NBS through different scales. The article discusses the role of NBS in addressing climate challenges and emphasises the need for collaborative stakeholder engagement in their implementation. Spatial, governance and temporal challenges related to NBS implementation are identified, underscoring the complexity of integrating NBS into urban environments. The article concludes by advocating for systematic integration of green and blue infrastructure and NBS into urban planning, emphasising the importance of considering socio-cultural elements alongside environmental benefits.

Nexus between Ecological Conservation and Socio-Economic Development and its Dynamics

The relationship between the preservation of the environment and the advancement of the nation's socioeconomic system in India is characterized by a dynamic and intricate interaction that is essential for the continuous expansion of the country. This abstract investigates the interdependencies and complex dynamics that exist between the maintenance of natural systems and the advancement of socioeconomic conditions. When it comes to India, a nation that is home to a great biodiversity and faces substantial environmental issues, conservation measures are very necessary in order to preserve ecological equilibrium. Nevertheless, these efforts often overlap with socio-economic imperatives such as the reduction of poverty, the development of the economy, and the urbanization of the population. Through the enhancement of ecosystem services, the promotion of sustainable livelihoods, and the promotion of inclusive growth, this research investigates the ways in which ecological conservation projects might assist socio-economic development. On the other hand, it also studies the stresses that socio-economic growth puts on natural resources, as well as the need of integrated policies that bring conservation and economic goals into harmony with one another. This study shows the potential for synergies and trade-offs by conducting a review of policy frameworks and case studies. It also provides insights into techniques that may be used to create a sustainable equilibrium. In order to successfully navigate the obstacles and possibilities that exist at the junction of ecological conservation and socio-economic development in India, the results highlight the significance of collaborative governance, community engagement, and adaptive management.

Creating exceptional guest experiences: the role of engagement and relationship building in hospitality

PurposeThe study seeks to explore the intricate dynamics among customer relationship management (CRM) practices, guest satisfaction and loyalty in the hospitality context. Additionally, it aims to examine the moderating influence of guest engagement on the relationships between CRM practices and guest satisfaction and loyalty.Design/methodology/approachAn integrated theoretical framework is developed by incorporating CRM practices and guest engagement into the satisfaction-loyalty framework. Two research instruments were adapted from the literature to assess the perspectives of customers and employees in the hotel industry in Kashmir. The customer survey measured guest satisfaction, loyalty, and engagement, while the employee survey focused on CRM practices, including key customer focus and CRM organization. Data was collected using a pen-and-paper survey with convenience sampling across 10 qualifying hotels, each classified as 3-star or above. A total of 270 matched responses from guests and employees were obtained and analyzed using descriptive analysis, structural equation modeling (SEM), and moderation analysis with SPSS and AMOS software. The study utilized a rigorous data matching process to ensure reliability, with guest-employee pairs verified and cross-checked with hotel records.FindingsThe results indicate CRM practices play a pivotal role in shaping guest satisfaction and loyalty. Notably, personalization and a targeted customer approach emerged as the most influential factors in enhancing tourist satisfaction. Similarly, prospecting, personalization, and effective knowledge management significantly contributed to visitor loyalty. The establishment of robust relationships is underscored through collaborative active guest engagement. Furthermore, the study highlights the nuanced relationship between satisfaction and loyalty moderated by guest engagement. High levels of guest engagement amplify the positive impact of satisfaction on loyalty, while lower engagement levels attenuate this effect. Moreover, the moderating influence of guest engagement on the relationships between CRM practices and guest satisfaction and CRM practices and guest loyalty was notably strong at elevated guest engagement levels and relatively weaker at lower engagement levels.Research limitations/implicationsWhile the study findings encourage organizations to prioritize customer relationship development, hospitality entities must emphasize the adoption of CRM philosophy and robust guest engagement measures. Actively involving guests in co-creating services can yield incremental benefits in terms of attracting, retaining, and effectively serving guests.Originality/valueThis study introduces novel dimensions to the existing CRM framework within the hospitality context, specifically exploring the impact of hotel-specific elements (personalization and prospecting) on customer satisfaction and loyalty. Furthermore, it innovatively investigates the moderating role of guest engagement in the satisfaction-loyalty relationship, expanding its scope to include the relationships between CRM practices and guest satisfaction and guest loyalty.