Design Of Development Programs Research Articles

Uncovering the Factors Affecting the Engagement of and Changes in Participants in a Blended Academic Leadership Development Program

This study explores what factors influence academics’ engagement, and enhances the comprehension of engagement and the application of leadership skills among young academics within blended learning settings. Through mixed-method research, analyzing quantitative data derived from engagement scores and qualitative insights from 20 participants’ self-feedback reports, the study reveals a shift towards leadership models characterized by collaborative and digital proficiency underpinned by strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. The findings reveal that program design, intra-group interaction, communication, and collaborative environment were the key factors that enhanced academics’ engagement. Meanwhile, multiple regression analysis revealed the effects of variables such as gender, position type, educational level, and age on engagement. Among them, academic level, especially Doctoral degree, was significantly associated with higher engagement. Based on these findings, this study provides empirical support for optimizing the design of academic leadership development programs and suggests ways to further improve scholarly engagement.

Labor Competencies in the Strengthening of Local Government Public Management in Peru: Towards Achieving SDG 16

Objective: The study examines how labor competencies encompass technical knowledge, soft skills, attitudes, and values that are fundamental for the modernization and improvement of local public management. The research aligns with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 16, emphasizing effective, accountable, and inclusive institutions. Method: The methodology is a systematic literature review using academic databases such as Scopus, Web of Science, SciELO, and JSTOR, with specific inclusion and exclusion criteria for articles published between 2019 and 2024. Results and Discussion: The results reveal a significant gap between the required competencies and those currently possessed by many Peruvian local government officials, identifying challenges such as a shortage of trained technical cadres, clientelistic practices in hiring, lack of investment in continuous training, difficulties in retaining talent, and weaknesses in competency assessment. Conclusion: The study proposes a framework for implementing competency systems tailored to Peru’s local realities, supporting the design of development programs, recruitment systems, and performance evaluations. It highlights the potential of aligning these initiatives with SDG 16 to enhance institutional effectiveness and public trust. Research Implications: The article suggests future lines of research, including comparative studies and analysis of the impact of technology on competency management in local governments.

From Residents to Hosts: Empowerment and Training of the Urban Population of Manta in Tourism

Objective: This study analyzed the relationship between training and tourism empowerment in the urban parishes of Manta. Theoretical Framework: The research is supported by theories of development, sociology, and psychology, and is related to concepts such as local development, development economics, and citizen participation. Essentially, the study seeks to understand how tourism can be a positive force for social change in Ecuador's coastal communities, as long as training, empowerment, and active participation of community members are promoted. Methodology: For the development of this study and the fulfillment of the specific objectives proposed, a quantitative, field, and correlational research was adopted. Likewise, a non-experimental research design was adopted. Results and Discussion: The results of the quantitative research revealed a low level of English language skills and knowledge of natural and cultural heritage, as well as low participation in tourism training among the urban population of Manta. Weak relationships were also found between empowerment and training, except for the social and psychological dimensions. Implications of the Research: The implications of this research are broad and far-reaching. By demonstrating the relationship between tourism, community empowerment, and sustainable development, this study can serve as a basis for the design of public policies and development programs that promote the active participation of local communities in tourism management. Originality/Value: The originality of this research lies in its multidisciplinary and contextualized approach, which combines elements of economics, sociology, and anthropology to analyze the complex relationship between tourism, community development, and empowerment. Its value lies in its ability to offer a conceptual and methodological framework for future research, as well as its potential to inform public policies and management practices that promote more sustainable and equitable tourism.

Quantitative assessment of CO2 leakage risk in geologic carbon storage management

AbstractLarge‐scale geological storage of carbon dioxide (CO2) is indispensable for mitigating climate change but faces significant challenges, especially in the accurate quantitative assessment of leakage risks to ensure long‐term security. Given these circumstances, this paper proposes an innovative approach for quantitatively assessing CO2 leakage risk to address the previous limitations of limited accuracy and insufficient data. We construct a fault tree and transform it into a Bayesian network–directed acyclic graph, and then use judgment sets along with fuzzy set theory to obtain prior probabilities of root nodes. The feature, event, and process method was utilized to identify key components and subsequently determine the conditional probability table (CPT) of the leaf node. The subjective experience assessments from experts are defuzzified to obtain the CPTs of intermediate nodes. The obtained basic probability parameters are input into the directed acyclic graph to complete the model construction. After calculating the leakage probability using this model, it is combined with the severity of impacts to conduct a comprehensive risk assessment. Furthermore, critical CO2 risk sources can be determined through posterior probability calculations when intermediate nodes are designated as deterministic risk events. The gradual implementation process of the proposed model is demonstrated via a typical case study. The results indicate an overall CO2 leakage probability of 29%, with probabilities of leakage along faults/fractures, caprock, and well identified as 32%, 28%, and 19%, respectively. The project is categorized as a medium‐low risk level. When leakage is confirmed, tectonic movement, thickness, and delamination at interface connections/the presence of cracks are the critical risk sources, and measures to mitigate key risks are outlined. The identified key risk factors conform to empirical evidence and previous research, validating the accuracy of the model. This study is instrumental in CO2 geological storage risk assessment and scalable development program design. © 2024 Society of Chemical Industry and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

A Blended Learning Course to Support Innovative Online Teaching in Higher Education

ABSTRACTThis paper addresses the challenge of improving the effectiveness and innovativeness of online teaching in higher education. It presents a blended learning course designed for faculty development and discusses the findings of surveying the opinions of participants. The course integrates synchronous sessions with digital learning tools and platforms to equip educators with essential skills for online teaching. A mixed‐methods design has been applied for evaluating the educational activity, incorporating both qualitative and quantitative data collection. The course had a completion rate of 91.13%. The opinions of 72 higher education members have been surveyed, and the findings revealed that the blended learning course enhanced instructors' ability to design and deliver online content that is both pedagogically sound and engaging. The necessity for such learning activities is strongly emphasised. The paper concludes by discussing the implications for future course design and faculty development programs in higher education.

Using a stakeholder engagement approach to inform professional development programs to promote education for sustainability in schools

This exploratory study highlights the experience and perspective of educators and school leaders implementing sustainability as a cross-curriculum priority (S-CCP) in Queensland, Australia. The barriers and facilitators for integrating S-CCP were explored through qualitative interviews (N = 16). The findings underscored a profound knowledge gap wherein sustainability was interpreted narrowly, emphasizing environmental actions and overlooking the broader socio-economic and equity dimensions. This misperception led to multiple challenges within and outside of the classroom as Education for Sustainability (EfS) was perceived to be tied to environmentally sustainable facilities that require financial resources. A lack of leadership support was also noted. The experience of the educators successfully navigating these barriers are detailed. Furthermore, the findings highlighted the complexities and nuances of sustainability education and provided valuable insights for the design of professional development programs.

Development of GIS-based framework for reservoir data management and quality evaluation

Abstract Accurately measuring and understanding reservoirs is critical for ensuring successful reservoir development, reservoir development evaluation have become an increasingly important issue in reservoir development engineering and present many challenges, particularly when attempting to integrate and visualize multiple types of data. This paper presents the methodologies, techniques and integrated services adopted for the design and implementation of A quantitative oil and gas reservoir data management and evaluation system. The system is an integrated application based on petroleum geology and GIS technology for managing, displaying, administering and analyzing petroleum geological data. In addition, the system is capable of evaluating reservoir quality and input data quality which provides effective recommendations for the design and preparation of reservoir development programs. In this study, a GIS-based quantitative evaluation module was developed considering both reservoir and input data quality. In this case, the reservoir quality index is determined by five major elements, and the input data quality is determined by the quality of six data sources. The weights of each element are determined by principal component analysis (PCA). Developed a raw data output processing software in C# using ArcGIS engine functions, which automatically generates visual maps and reservoir quality assessment information. The feasibility of the platform is verified by using the geological data of Linfen gas field Formation in the eastern slope of Shanxi. The integrated framework system proposed in this study enables decision-makers and the publics to quickly response to oil reservoir development events and allows an easy adaptation to other regional and scientific domains related to real-time monitoring and evaluating.

The Impact of Human Resources Management Practices on Green Innovation: A Field Study at Yemeni Pharmaceutical Industrial Companies in the Capital Municipality of Sana’a

The study aimed to measure the level of human resource management practices (HRMPs) and the level of green innovation achievement in Yemeni pharmaceutical companies in the Capital Municipality of Sana’a, as well as to measure the impact of human resource management practices on green innovation in the companies under study. The descriptive-analytical approach was employed, and a questionnaire was developed as the tool of data collection. The population was (1675) employees from all administrative levels in seven Yemeni pharmaceutical industrial companies in Sana’a. The questionnaire was distributed to the study sample (313) of which (240) were valid for statistical analysis. The findings revealed that the level of achievement of HRMPs in the companies under study was high, and the level of green innovation achievement was also high. The study also found that there is a significant impact of HRMP on green innovation in the companies under study, with the motivation and compensation dimension having the greatest impact on green innovation, followed by the performance appraisal dimension, and then the job design dimension. However, the study found no statistically significant impact of training and development of human resources and recruitment dimensions on green innovation. The study recommends that companies should pay more attention to the current policies followed in job design, selection and recruitment of employees, and training and development programs designed for them. In addition, companies should improve and develop compensation and incentive systems and link them to performance appraisal systems and pay more attention to environmental practices for human resource management.

Longitudinal analysis of teacher self-efficacy evolution during a STEAM professional development program: a qualitative case study

Despite the widespread advocacy for the integration of arts and humanities (A&H) into science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education on an international scale, teachers face numerous obstacles in practically integrating A&H into STEM teaching (IAT). To tackle the challenges, a comprehensive five-stage framework for teacher professional development programs focussed on IAT has been developed. Through the use of a qualitative case study approach, this study outlines the shifts in a participant teacher’s self-efficacy following their exposure to each stage of the framework. The data obtained from interviews and reflective analyses were analyzed using a seven-stage inductive method. The findings have substantiated the significant impact of a teacher professional development program based on the framework on teacher self-efficacy, evident in both individual performance and student outcomes observed over eighteen months. The evolution of teacher self-efficacy in IAT should be regarded as an open and multi-level system, characterized by interactions with teacher knowledge, skills and other entrenched beliefs. Building on our research findings, an enhanced model of teacher professional learning is proposed. The revised model illustrates that professional learning for STEAM teachers should be conceived as a continuous and sustainable process, characterized by the dynamic interaction among teaching performance, teacher knowledge, and teacher beliefs. The updated model further confirms the inseparable link between teacher learning and student learning within STEAM education. This study contributes to the existing body of literature on teacher self-efficacy, teacher professional learning models and the design of IAT teacher professional development programs.

Advising Leaders’ Perceptions of Advisor Workplace Learning

This study explores the perceptions of academic advising leaders regarding workplace learning for primary-role academic advisors in the United States. This research highlights the importance of self-directed learning, scholarly engagement, and graduate programs in the professional development of academic advisors. Through semi-structured interviews with 17 leaders of NACADA: The Global Community for Academic Advising, two themes emerged: self-directed learning and engagement, and scholarly engagement and understanding the field. The findings reveal that academic advisors, as proactive learners, continuously enhance their competencies through formal and informal learning activities, actively engaging with academic literature and professional networks. The study underscores the significance of preparing advisors to contribute meaningfully to their profession. By addressing the challenges and opportunities in workplace learning, this research contributes to the evolution and professionalization of academic advising, aligning with principles of Human Resource Development (HRD). The insights gained inform the design of effective professional development programs that enhance advisor skills and knowledge, ultimately leading to improved student outcomes and the advancement of the advising profession. This study bridges a critical gap in understanding the role of workplace learning in the continuous professional growth of academic advisors.

Generative AI and training employees with special needs

PurposeThe viewpoint paper aims to highlight the assistive role that Generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) can play in the design of learning and development programs for employees with special needs. The article discusses the challenges, benefits and reasons why Gen AI should be used to manage diversity, equity and inclusion by creating personalized and customized training and development programs.Design/methodology/approachThe viewpoint paper is based on reviewing articles and videos on the application of Gen AI in learning and development.FindingsGen AI offers immense opportunities to design personalized learning solutions for employees with special needs due to disability that can be physical or cognitive. The AI-based solutions support special learners by customizing assistive technology-based solutions and content based on the level of disability and need of the learner. This paper also highlights the importance of synergy between the training department, government and technology solution providers.Originality/valueThe viewpoint paper fills in an important gap by discussing the role that Gen AI can play by facilitating the learning and development of employees with unique skills.

Exploring The Impact of Computational Thinking on Teacher Education: A Systematic Review

Objective: The objective of this study is to investigate the role of computational thinking in teacher training, in order to identify the main practices and trends in this field and examine their implications for technological education. Theoretical Framework: This study presents a review of the key concepts related to computational thinking in the educational field. Existing definitions and approaches are highlighted, as well as models and theories that support the integration of computational thinking in teacher training. Method: The methodology adopted included an exhaustive search in five academic databases to identify relevant studies published in the last five years. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were applied to select the relevant articles, and a systematic analysis was carried out to synthesize the findings. Results and Discussion: The results revealed a variety of experiences and practices related to computational thinking in teacher training. In the discussion section, these results were contextualized in the light of the theoretical framework, highlighting the implications for educational practice and identifying areas of future research. Implications of the research: The practical and theoretical implications of this study are discussed, providing information on how the results can influence the teaching and learning of computational thinking in the context of teacher training. These implications could include the design of professional development programs and the development of technology-focused educational curricula. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the literature by providing an updated view of the state of computational thinking in teacher training. Its relevance and value are evidenced in its ability to inform the design of effective educational interventions in the field of technological education.

PHYSICS TEACHERS’ EPISTEMOLOGICAL BELIEFS: CORE AND PERIPHERAL DIMENSIONS

This study aims to examine physics teachers’ beliefs about knowledge, science, teaching and learning science to understand the relationship among four belief systems. Participants were 59 high school physics teachers, who were interviewed once through a semi-structured interview protocol. The interviews were transcribed and analyzed through constant comparative method to categorize teachers’ beliefs in different levels: traditional, transitional, and constructivist and quantify the nominal data for descriptive, correlational statistics, and structural equation modeling. The results indicated that teachers mostly held transitional beliefs about knowledge and science while their beliefs were constructivist on teaching and learning science. There was a significant relationship between beliefs about knowledge and science as core beliefs and between beliefs about teaching and learning science as peripheral beliefs, positive correlation was found between core and peripheral beliefs. These findings offer a report as a guide to address teachers’ beliefs through the design of future professional development programs.

Designing development programmes for climate change and uncertainty in Pacific Melanesia – the role for knowledge brokers

ABSTRACT With rapid globalization and climate change, development programmes face increasingly complex problems. New approaches to programme design and delivery are required, and knowledge brokers can contribute to this reorientation. To understand how community development initiatives in Melanesia address complexity, and their needs for knowledge brokering, we surveyed designers, managers and implementers in eight programmes from Papua New Guinea and Solomon Islands. Applying the ‘Cynefin’ framework to describe complexity, we mapped programmes’ problem identification and solution design to elucidate their framing of problems. Whilst respondents identified uncertainties and complexities related to climate change, natural disasters and socio-economic conditions, programmes were designed with minimal consideration of these risks. Respondents attributed this to limited capacity and support networks to access and understand future risk information; poor information-sharing due to a lack of trust between partners; and minimal engagement between communities and the government. We highlight competencies that brokers need to enable more effective responses to rapid systems change, including fostering collaborations among partners, generating knowledge co-production, systems thinking, understanding complexity and uncertainty, and the promotion of learning and reflection. By incorporating brokering capacity, programmes in Melanesia could be better designed to account for future uncertainty, and tackle increasingly complex development challenges more effectively.

Pemanfaatan Media Digital sebagai Pendidikan Komunikasi Pemasaran dalam Meningkatkan Kreativitas Promosi Produk UMKM

This research aims to identify and analyze the mastery of marketing communications through digital media in increasing the creativity of MSME product promotions. This research involved five MSME actors in Jatinegara Kaum, East Jakarta, and used a qualitative approach with data collection techniques in the form of in-depth interviews and observations. The research results show that MSMEs mainly use social media Instagram and WhatsApp to market their products. In conclusion, the presence of digital media helps them introduce and market their products, as well as simplify the ordering process. However, there are supporting and inhibiting factors in the use of digital media. It is hoped that further research will be able to identify needs and design development programs that can overcome obstacles in digital-based marketing. Keywords: Instagram, Digital Media, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Marketing, WhatsApp

Integration of Spirituality, Values and Ethics in Leadership Practice and Theory in Egypt

Purpose: The aim of the study was to investigate the integration of spirituality, values, and ethics in leadership practice and theory.
 Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
 Findings: Integration of spirituality, values, and ethics in leadership practice and theory in Egypt shows a strong emphasis on Islamic principles and teachings. Leaders often draw upon religious values to guide their decision-making and ethical behavior. This integration fosters a sense of moral responsibility and accountability among leaders, promoting ethical leadership practices. However, there is also a need for a balance between religious principles and modern leadership theories to ensure inclusive and effective leadership.
 Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social network theory, Graph theory & Complex systems theory may be used to anchor future studies on the integration of spirituality, values, and ethics in leadership practice and theory. Design and implement leadership development programs that explicitly incorporate components related to spirituality, values, and ethics. Advocate for the implementation of policies and regulations that institutionalize ethical standards within organizations and industries.

PENGEMBANGAN MASYARAKATLAPORAN HASIL OBSERVASI DAN WAWANCARADESA PULAU BETUNG KECAMATAN PEMAYUNG

Community development is a process undertaken by individuals, groups, or institutions to improve the quality of life and welfare of the community as a whole. In this research, observation can be done in various contexts, such as: Daily Activities, Observations of the daily activities of villagers, such as agricultural activities, work in the fields, trading in the local market, and household activities.Social Interactions, Observing interactions between villagers, such as communication in public places, community meetings, traditional ceremonies, and other social events. Economic Life - Observations of the economic patterns of the village community, including the dominant types of work, trading methods, and survival strategies. Culture and Tradition, Looking at local cultural practices, such as religious rituals, traditional ceremonies, arts, and traditional crafts that exist in the village.Social Structure, Understanding the social structure in rural communities, including value systems, social hierarchies, gender roles, and kinship systems. Through observations of villagers, researchers can gain deep insights into life and social dynamics in the village, which can be the basis for designing development programs, public policies, or further research on rural communities. The purpose of an interview is to gain deeper information, understanding, or perspective on a particular topic, subject, or phenomenon. Interviews can be conducted in a variety of contexts, be it in scientific research, journalism, job selection, surveys, or in counseling.

A sky view evaluation of the impact of mini-grid projects on progress towards SDG7

ABSTRACT This paper proposes an evaluation study of the impact of mini-grid electrification projects on SDG7 (ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all). Questioning the effectiveness of mini-grid development programmes on electricity access is essential because we have observed many failed cases in which the mini-grids stopped delivering on their promises a few years after commissioning the equipment. Our approach is based on night-time light (NTL) data. The methodology is designed and tested using mini-grid projects precisely localised and documented in published papers. We compare NTL data for each project before and after commissioning. We show that in about half the projects, NTL detects significant positive changes after commissioning. We build a test of impact, which confirms the causal nature of the observed effects of mini-grid projects on progress being made in SDG7, based on a comparison between non-treated localities matched with treated localities. But the domain of validity of this conclusion has limitations, related in particular to remoteness, extreme initial energy poverty and insufficient inclusiveness. These factors should be considered in the design of mini-grid development programmes.

Effect of Training on Employees’ Quality of Work in Consumer Goods Firms: An Empirical Review

In today's competitive business arena, business organizations enterprises must continually improve the quality of their products and services to stay ahead of the competitors. It’s therefore in every organization’s interest to enhance the job performance of the employees by implementing training as one of the major steps to boost on employees’ productivity and quality of work. This paper examines the effect of training on employees’ quality of works in selected consumer goods firms in Ibadan, Oyo State. The research design utilized is the cross-sectional survey research design. Statistically valid conclusion was made by the researcher on responses from 158 respondents from the sample. Data were analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics including Pearson product moment correlation co-efficient was used to test the postulated hypotheses. The findings reveal a significant positive correlation between on-the-job training and employees’ quality of work (R = 0.208**, N = 158, p < 0.09); a significant positive correlation between off-the-job training and employees’ quality of work (R = 0.249*, N = 158, p < 0.031). The study concluded that employees’ quality of work in the consumer goods sector is significantly and independently influenced by on-the-job training and off-the-job training. in addition, training has a significant effect on employees’ quality of work. it was recommended that organizations in the consumer goods industry should prioritize the design and implementation of comprehensive training and development programs in order to increase employees work quality which impacts on general organizational performance.

An exploration of pedagogical approaches in teaching artificial intelligence courses: Experience from undergraduates students of Bangladesh

The increasing demand for skilled professionals in Artificial Intelligence (AI) within the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) has led to the establishment of AI courses in universities worldwide. This study investigated effective pedagogical approaches in an AI course through in-depth interviews with eighteen undergraduate students in Bangladesh. Grounded theory methodology was employed, resulting in the development of five thematic categories: the significance of feedback, combination of theory and practice, promotion of self-paced learning, connection to real-life problems, and integration with future education and emerging technologies. The findings highlight the importance of these pedagogical approaches in enhancing students' learning outcomes. The study's implications include informing the design of professional development programs for AI teachers to improve instructional methods and learning outcomes. The proposed “Holistic Framework for Teaching and Learning in Emerging AI Courses” combines these five categories to provide practical guidance for instructors in the global context of AI education.