Critical Analysis Of Content Research Articles

Regenerating the pitch: environmental discourses in football

ABSTRACT Climate crisis, environmental problems, and their appropriate responses are contested topics in international football. In this study, I analyse the construction of these issues and the privileging of certain responses through a critical discourse analysis of media content on environmental problems from FIFA, UEFA and We Play Green's (WPG) websites posted in 2022 (N = 66). I then examine how power is expressed within these discourses, and how this influence the renegotiation of the dominant discourse. In addition to a dominant discourse offered by FIFA and UEFA emphasizing how economic development is compatible with, and needed to achieve environmental sustainability, I identified a counter-discourse offered by WPG, promoting radical changes in politics and consumer practices. The various constructions of environmental problems and appropriate responses found in the two discourses demonstrate the need for democratic discussions when conceptualizing these issues, to make responses less dependent on strategic and economic interests.

Social Media and Health Literacy: Negative Influence or an Emerging Reality?

Objective: To evaluate the association between the internet and health literacy from the perspective of identifying negative influences, warnings or reality, sparking discussions about the broadcasting of health-related videos on social networks and their repercussions. Theoretical Framework: Health literacy refers to the personal, cognitive and social skills needed to access, understand and use information needed for self-care and health promotion. Low health literacy has been associated with an inability to understand health information and higher mortality rates and inefficiency of health services. Method: The methodology adopted involves analyzing humorous videos about alcoholism posted on the internet. The following were verified: approach, communication, type of recommendation, patient understanding, number of views and likes, and the length of time the videos were posted. Results and Discussion: The number of views of the videos evaluated confirms the interest in health. The videos with the greatest reach were published in 2021 and 2022, reflecting greater content consumption during the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite generating entertainment, it can have a negative impact on the health literacy of its consumers. Research Implications: The results of this research may influence practices in the field of health literacy, covering mainly the health area. Originality/Value: Critical analysis of content published on the internet that addresses important public health issues in a banal manner. This research addresses relevant issues in association with social networks and may contribute to the development of public policies that regulate the use of social networks for health-related issues.

Blepharoplasty Online: Critical Analysis of Content and Patient Comprehensibility

IntroductionPatients frequently turn to online information for decision-making factors about aesthetic procedures. The quality of online medical content is an essential supplement to clinical education. These resources assist patients in understanding the risks, benefits, and appropriateness of their desired procedure. This study examines the breadth and readability of online blepharoplasty information, elucidating its educational utility.MethodsA depersonalized Google search was conducted using the Startpage Search Engine, investigating key phrases, “blepharoplasty decision making factors”, “eye lift decision making factors”, and “eyelid lift decision making factors”. The first three pages of results for each search term, totaling 90 links were screened. Data were extracted for various decision-making factors, subspecialty, gender, and readability.ResultsTwenty-six websites met inclusion for analysis. Thirteen websites were plastic surgery based, five otolaryngology (ENT), five ophthalmology/oculoplastic, one oral-maxillofacial (OMFS), and two mixed-based practices. Most blepharoplasty webpages identified were that of private practice and male surgeons. Half were subspecialties other than plastic surgery. Thirteen common decision-making factors were identified. The most common factors addressed across all texts were recovery followed by cosmetic and functional goals. The least discussed were genetic factors. Average Readability exceeded the 12th grade. There were no significant differences in readability means among subspecialties.ConclusionThis study examines the online blepharoplasty sphere among US-based practices providing clinical education to patients. No appreciable differences among gender, subspecialty, and readability on decision-making factors were found, highlighting a consistency among surgeons. Most websites fell short of readability standards, however, emphasizing a need for clearer information to patients.No Level AssignedThis journal requires that authors assign a level of evidence to each submission to which Evidence-Based Medicine rankings are applicable. This excludes Review Articles, Book Reviews, and manuscripts that concern Basic Science, Animal Studies, Cadaver Studies, and Experimental Studies. For a full description of these Evidence-Based Medicine ratings, please refer to the Table of Contents or the online Instructions to Authors www.springer.com/00266.

EXPLORING THE COMPLEX NARRATIVES OF TOXIC MASCULINITY ON THE INSTAGRAM ACCOUNT @Thegentlemanrising

This research delves into the intricate narratives surrounding toxic masculinity through a Multimodal Critical Discourse Analysis of content on the Instagram account Thegentlemanrising. The study investigates how ideas of toxic masculinity are represented in both visual and textual elements, specifically in photos and expressions shared on the platform. Thegentlemanrising actively communicates messages aimed at encouraging the younger generation to embrace masculinity, emphasizing positive attributes while avoiding toxic traits. The content consists of motivational quotes fostering a healthy masculine identity, often accompanied by images of individuals embodying positive masculine characteristics. This study positions Thegentlemanrising as an initiative to balance and juxtapose the concept of masculinity, promoting positive ideals and steering clear of toxic behaviors. The findings contribute to our understanding of how social media platforms can play a role in shaping discussions around masculinity and influencing perceptions among the audience, particularly the younger generation.

Research competencies in nursing teachers

Introduction: research competencies in Nursing professors are a neuralgic dimension in university processes. In this sense, it is useful to recognize opportunities to enhance their development and overcome hindering barriers. A first step in identifying these shortcomings is to delve deeper into the phenomenon that, although it is highly studied, its approach is not always consistent with real needs.Objective: analyze current approaches to the development of research competencies in Nursing teachers.Methods: integrative review for a critical and reflective analysis of contents of documents published between 2017-2023 with a clear methodology and theoretical reference, selected in the month of November 2023. Keywords identified in DeCS and MeHS and Boolean operators were used: “research in Nursing” AND “teachers” AND “Nursing” AND “competency-based education”. The search strategy was carried out in the Index, SciELO, and Dialnet databases. The flow chart (PRISMA) was used to formulate the search strategy, 96 articles were identified and reviewed, of which 14 were useful regarding the evolution of the category. The following inclusion criteria were considered: original or review studies, available in full text, that declared the methodology applied, published in English and Spanish.Conclusions: and elements were identified that deal with qualities of the phenomenon from the legacy and significance of research in Nursing, the conceptions of research competencies, the impact on professional training with a research focus and the culture of research and development of the professor

THE POLITICS OF PLATFORM IMAGINARIES

Examining the competing images, values, and purposes attached to digital health tracking platforms, this paper analyzes how platform imaginaries are constructed and negotiated in complex intersectional realities. It pursues this inquiry through a case study on how Fitbit and Apple Health have become involved in recent societal negotiations over female digital health tracking in the US. Female health tracking has a well-documented history of negotiation and contestation. Developing this case study, we build on and rethink the concept of socio-technical imaginaries. We propose to consider the articulation of platform imaginaries not as a one-sided sense-making process, but as negotiations between multiple stakeholders of which platforms are but one. This conceptual perspective allows us to analyze the construction of imaginaries as a dynamic process, open to constant renegotiation, shaped by power differences between stakeholders, and affected by the intersectional positioning of user groups within platforms. The research is operationalised through a combination of critical discourse analysis of user and platform content and walkthroughs of Fitbit and Apple Health. The analysis highlights how digital health tracking platforms have become centrally imbricated in crucial societal issues, such as female bodily autonomy and reproductive rights. And it shows how quickly platform imaginaries of female self-determination and autonomy, associated with health-tracking apps, can be overthrown and reversed.

A Critical Discourse Analysis of Multicultural Content in English Text Books of Secondary School Level Sindh Pakistan

A Critical Discourse Analysis of Multicultural Content in English Text Books of Secondary School Level Sindh Pakistan

Surveys and essays towards research perspectives on complex systems

This editorial is dedicated to presenting the papers published in a special issue focused on modeling, qualitative analysis and simulation of the collective dynamics of systems in engineering and life sciences. All papers have a minor or major reference to living, i.e. complex systems, and a critical analysis of the overall content of the issue is proposed, leading to a forward look at research perspectives. This paper first defines the goals of the issue. Then, a brief description of the scientific contribution of the papers published in this issue is given. Finally, a look into the future is proposed.

Otosclerosis online: a critical analysis of quality, reliability, readability and content of otosclerosis information.

Several therapeutic options are usually discussed for otosclerosis management. Patients seek medical advice from an ENT specialist but are also increasingly using the internet for medical issues. This study intends to assess readability and quality of websites with information on otosclerosis. This is a cross-sectional study performed in a tertiary care centre. The results of the first two pages of a Google search with the keyword "otosclerosis" were reviewed by two independent investigators. Readability was assessed with the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level (FKGL), Flesch Reading Ease Score (FRES) and Gunning Fog Index. For quality and reliability assessment, the 16-item DISCERN instrument was used. Spearman's coefficient was used for correlations, and multivariate analyses of variance were used to assess differences. Inter-rater agreement was evaluated with concordance correlation coefficient. 18 websites were included. Two websites (11.0%) were authored by academic institutions, 5/18 (28%) by government agencies, 6/18 (33%) by professional organisations and 5/18 (28%) were medical information websites. The mean DISCERN score of the 18 websites was 40.8 ± 6.7/80 (range 28.7-51.7), corresponding to "fair" quality. The mean FRES score was 43.27 ± 10.6, and the mean FKGL was 11.43 ± 2.30, corresponding to "difficult to read". The mean Gunning Fog index was 12.90 ± 2.19 (range 9.81-18.20), corresponding to a "college freshman" level. This study shows that internet information on otosclerosis has an overall low readability, while the quality is heterogeneous and varies from "poor" to "good". Efforts should be made to improve the readability of otosclerosis websites.

Nursing care and its humanization from the ethical and an esthetic

Introduction: nursing has been postulated as a science since the birth of modern Nursing, when it emerged in Nightingale's thought to train professionals in this area of knowledge. However, considering its humanization from the ethical and aesthetic is the focus of researchers' attention. The postulates in this regard show several aspects, which leave Nursing care and its concepts in perspective. Objective: analyze humanization nursing care from the ethical and aesthetic point of view. Methods: integrative review for a critical and reflective analysis of contents of documents published between 2019-2023 with a methodology and theoretical reference. Keywords identified in DeCS and MeHS and Boolean operators were used: “Nursing care” AND “Nursing” AND “Holistic nursing” AND “Nursing theory” AND “science”. The search strategy was carried out in the SciELO, Medigraphic, index databases. The flow chart (PRISMA) was used to formulate the search strategy, 76 articles were identified and reviewed, of which 12 were useful regarding the evolution of the category. The following inclusion criteria were considered: original or review studies, available in full text, that declared the methodology applied, published in English and Spanish. Conclusions: the systematization and analysis of the conceptions of Nursing care in its humanized approach from ethics and aesthetics shows congruences marked by the interpersonal relationships in which affections and communication converge, as a dynamic process that allows the demonstration of professional skills.

Illusions of Participation in Kenya’s Contemporary Television Broadcastscape

Discourses on active and meaningful participation and inclusion in social and cultural spaces in Kenya are not just of significant scholarly and intellectual value, they are germane in the rebuilding and democratisation of a Kenyan nation-state in the post-2007 election violence that exposed deep and historical “ethnic” fragmentations. I argue that although several contemporary television broadcasters in Kenya continue to create a perception of increasing and robust audience participation in televised content, significant forms of current participation on Kenyan television broadcasts are illusionary and futile as they largely entrench television’s power among media elites. I propose that these forms of participation, which continue to marginalise ordinary people and gate-keep everyday events, are passive and minimalist. Anchoring my conceptual discourses on convergence culture and debates on self-representation, and through a critical textual analysis of prime-time television content sampled from four television broadcasters in Kenya, I conclude that the Kenyan television broadcastscape still extensively manifests traditional approaches of “old media.” Kenyan citizenry is afforded token and peripheral participation in contemporary television workflows in which content is still largely, and in many cases almost exclusively, conceived, shaped, distributed and controlled by media elites—bodies whom they consequently largely benefit.

Exploring Ideology in Intermediate English Textbook: A Case Study of Sindh Textbook Board

Textbooks and Ideology have become key areas of study these days. This research focuses on the exploration of ideology in Intermediate English textbook-2 devised by the Sindh Textbook Board Jamshoro and employed by the college education department of Sindh throughout Sindh province of Pakistan. This study is based on a textual and critical discourse analysis of ideological content found in Pakistani English language textbooks. It is crucial to note that these English syllabi are used in colleges that accept the Sindh Textbook Board and use the syllabus of the same boards at the intermediate level. Moreover, the study focuses on whether the textbook contains any elements of prejudice, intolerance, hatred, or discrimination against those who practice other faiths. Examining the ideology-related content in intermediate coursebooks, the research utilizes the Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) of the Fairclough analytical framework. What kind of ideology is employed in the English textbook, as per the first query? The results suggesting of this study show that there is a mixture of several ideologies in intermediate English book-2 i.e., religious ideology, secular ideology, and most dominantly scientific ideology. The textbook, on the other hand, takes a hateful, biased, discriminatory, and intolerable stance against Hindus. Correspondingly, the results of this study can be beneficial in several ways. The results point to the necessity of creating a new English curriculum with better teaching resources. The curricula authors should go back and reread the books to create a syllabus with more ideologies.

Human behavioral crowds review, critical analysis and research perspectives

This paper presents a survey and critical analysis of the mathematical literature on modeling and simulation of human crowds taking into account behavioral dynamics. The main focus is on research papers published after the review [N. Bellomo and C. Dogbè, On the modeling of traffic and crowds: A survey of models, speculations, and perspectives, SIAM Rev. 53 (2011) 409–463], thus providing important research perspectives related to new, emerging trends. The presentation addresses the scaling problem corresponding to microscopic (individual-based), mesoscopic (kinetic), and macroscopic (hydrodynamic) modeling and analysis. A multiscale vision guides the overall content of the paper. The critical analysis of the overall content naturally leads to research perspectives. A selection of them is brought to the attention of the interested reader together with hints on how to deal with them.

Disaster Accountability Framework of Bangladesh: An Analysis of Strengths and Gaps

This research aims to critically analyze the manifestation of accountability issues in disaster related major policies of Bangladesh as well as its field level implications. For that purpose, five major policies related to the Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) of Bangladesh have been meticulously selected and analyzed. Critical analysis of the policy contents with regard to a model accountability framework has been principally adopted to derive the insights. Key Informant Interview (KII) with experts in the relevant fields has been considered for empirical data collection on accountability practices. The findings reveal existence of well-articulated accountability principles implanted into the policy dictates alongside weak institutional arrangements and governance mechanism to implement them at the empirical level. However, the remarkable progress of Bangladesh in disaster risk management against the partially dysfunctional accountability framework seemingly takes place by reaping benefits from indigenous knowledge and community based adaptive practices. The policy makers need to better understand the institutional mechanisms as well as the community level practices for DRR and finally mainstream them in the policy making process. The findings will potentially serve as a standard assessment of the current status of disaster risk governance in Bangladesh. The Dhaka University Journal of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Vol. 11(1), 2022: 69-80

Applying the group discussion method in vocational educational institutions on the example of computer subjects

Formulation of the problem. The article considers the problem of applying the group discussion method in vocational educational institutions on the example of computer subjects. There is a problem of developing students’ critical analysis of the information content and instilling the communication skills, promoting the professional training of students and teachers for the positive and responsible use of infor- mation and communication technology, and services. The purpose of the article. To consider the main peculiarities of the applying of group discussion methods in the educational process of vocational institutions on the example of computer subjects. The main results of the study. The modern learning process is analyzed, which provides for one of the important tasks to significantly expand the forms of learning activities of students. The characteristics of teaching methods are given. The theoretical foundations of the educational process are highlighted, which should be constructed as communication, interaction, exchange of initiatives of its participants. This is the way the educational process is organized using group, interactive (interaction-based) teaching methods – discussions, role-playing, and simulation games. The focus is on the group discussion as the most prevalent method. The main task of the group discussion is revealed: to identify the existing diversity of participants’ points of view on any problem and a comprehensive analysis of each of them on the example of computer topics. It has been proved that the organized training and education, carried out within the framework of a particular pedagogical system, has a certain organizational design, differing by the quantitative coverage of students, the ratio of collective and individual forms of organization of students’ activities, the degree of their self-activity and the specifics of the educational process management by the teacher. The practical example describes the stages of conducting a discussion lesson, which contributes to the development of basic communication skills of students, develops their thinking and speaking, while they master the public speaking skills and evidence-based argument, increases their interest in computer topics. We offer the author’s lesson plan for vocational institutions on the topic “Book and computer in the information society: pros and cons”. Conclusions. It is concluded that discussion is one of the most difficult types of interactive lessons. Students should not only have an understanding of the main interpretations of essential IT problems, but also express their own opinions on various issues. Discussion of these questions is impossible without gaining experience in dialogue and discussion.

Race-Conscious Public Health: A Critical Discourse Analysis of the Release the Pressure Campaign

In 2020, the Release the Pressure Campaign, a joint public health campaign was started to address the high rates of heart disease, and particularly hypertension, experienced among Black women in the United States. Through a Critical Discourse Analysis of mass media contents related to the campaign, this study sought to answer how the campaign used race to re-center Black women's heart health. Three discourses were determined, focused on embodiment of racism, self-care and community care, and addressing ways Black women treat heart disease. The discourses indicate the campaign is culturally focused and theoretically set up for success as a race-conscious public health campaign that has been advocated for. Future research is also discussed.

MECHANISMS OF FORMATION OF INFOMEDIA LITERACY IN STUDENTS OF PEDAGOGICAL SPECIALTIES

The article is focused is on the features of the concept of modern education and the formation of competencies in students of higher education institutions. The specifics of training a future specialist in accordance with the challenges of society are analyzed. The necessity of developing critical thinking and media literacy in general is substantiated. The relevance of the functioning of Ukrainian media literacy projects is outlined. Emphasis is placed on the positive experience of implementation of the selective discipline “Information Media Literacy” for students of pedagogical specialties at Ternopil Volodymyr Hnatiuk National Pedagogical University.
 We highlighted the competencies that are formed in the process of learning the elective course “Infomedia Literacy” for higher education students in the specialties of “Primary Education”, “Psychology”, “Geography”. A detailed description of the lesson on the topic “Verification of online content” is presented. The purpose of the lesson is to carry out a reasoned critical review of multimedia content, verify the authenticity of images, and identify manipulative materials. We substantiated the necessity of the use of critical thinking and analysis of media content on the subject of stereotyping, discrimination, hate speech in the course of the lesson “Hate speech in the media”. Effective pedagogical activities aiming at formation of media immunity of future specialists are illustrated.

Recent results and perspectives for virtual element methods

This editorial paper is devoted to present the papers published in a special issue focused on recent views, applications, and results of virtual element methods (VEM). A critical analysis of the overall contents of the issue is proposed, thus leading to a forward look to research perspectives.

Modeling virus pandemics in a globally connected world a challenge towards a mathematics for living systems

This editorial paper presents the papers published in a special issue devoted to the modeling and simulation of mutating virus pandemics in a globally connected world. The presentation is proposed in three parts. First, motivations and objectives are presented according to the idea that mathematical models should go beyond deterministic population dynamics by considering the multiscale, heterogeneous features of the complex system under consideration. Subsequently, the contents of the papers in this issue are presented referring to the aforementioned complexity features. Finally, a critical analysis of the overall contents of the issue is proposed, with the aim of providing a forward look to research perspectives.

Local Place-Identities, Outgoing Tourism Guidebooks, and Israeli-Jewish Global Tourists

The current research is based on a socio-historical approach to the cultural role of tourism media in the reconstruction of cultural identities, specifically place-identity. It explores the role of Israeli outgoing tourism guidebooks in the reconstruction of local, Israeli place-identities. Stemming from a multidisciplinary methodological approach to the research of the book publishing industry, 17 titles written in Hebrew for Israeli outgoing tourists are chosen for their cultural stance and a manifest textual referencing of issues regarding Israeli identity. Critical discourse analysis of lingual content is used for exploring the texts’ social actions regarding the Israeli identity by following the inclusion and omission of tourist information and suggested itineraries. Results suggest justification of tourism abroad as the books’ main textual strategy. Six textual tactics are used for reconstructing Israeli tourists’ pre-trip motivations, on-trip tourist roles and behaviors, and post-trip reflections. Israeli outgoing tourism is reconstructed as creating a temporary, playful sphere for reiterating Israel’s predominance in the lives of Israelis even while touring abroad. The cultural significance of tourism media is discussed in conclusion by pointing at the books’ double role in both marketing and cultural construction of a consensual Israeli-Jewish pace-identity amidst global changes.