Exchange Of Best Practices Research Articles

The Employee’s Right to Work Offline: A Comparative Analysis of Legal Frameworks in Different Countries

Purpose: In the digital age, many employees are pressured to be constantly connected to work through various technological devices. Method: The study analyzes the legal frameworks in France, Italy, Spain, Germany, and the United States. The analysis is based on a review of relevant legislation, case law, and scholarly literature. In the procedure of writing the work, such approaches as: analysis, mixture, data review were used. Results and conclusion: The right to disconnect or work offline has emerged as a legal concept that seeks to protect employees from the negative consequences of being constantly connected to work. It has led to a growing concern about the impact of digital technologies on employee well-being and work-life balance. This article compares the legal frameworks governing employees' right to work offline in different countries. The findings suggest that legal frameworks can play an important role in promoting work-life balance and employee well-being and that international cooperation and exchange of best practices may help to develop more effective legal frameworks to address the challenges of the digital age. Research implications: The study highlights the differences and similarities in legal approaches and discusses the implications for employee well-being and productivity. Originality/value: We have to learn the lesson of the pandemic and systematically approach the use of digital opportunities to develop students' competencies. We tested our abilities in difficult conditions, identified weaknesses and became more aware of our values. In this regard, the experience gained by universities is evaluated positively. It will certainly contribute to development.

On Certain Factors of Uniformity of Judicial Practice

The article presents a study of modern factors that influence the shaping of uniform judicial practice in various countries of the world. The system of ensuring legal certainty established in the Russian Federation is regarded as superior to the system of stare decisis, whose proponents not infrequently seek stability for the sake of stability. A conclusion is drawn that abstract interpretation, not tied to the particular circumstances of an individual dispute, not having a strictly obligatory nature, and issued by a collective body of the apex court leaves more room for judicial discretion and orientation on legal principles. Trends are discovered in the court structure and rules of court procedure in foreign countries, indicating the continuing competition between the two systems, as well as a search for their synthesis. An opinion is put forward that lowering judicial workload through cutting-edge technologies, including artificial intelligence, is one of the keys to increasing the quality of justice. In this regard, potential risks and benefits of introducing those technologies into court activities are considered. The example of Chinese courts is used to illustrate the danger of lending too much importance to the recommendations of AI algorithms; a suggestion is formulated to introduce a new function into the prospective “Justice Online” superservice. Particular attention is paid to such subjective factors as judicial workload and judicial well-being, their role for the work of the courts. Based on foreign research and a report presented by the UN Office on Drugs and Crime, a conclusion is made about the importance of maintaining the physical and psychological well-being of judges for ensuring the proper quality of court decisions. The importance of dialog and exchange of best practices in the sphere of judicial well-being is stressed, various problems arising as a result of turning a blind eye to this sphere are considered. In conclusion, the importance of studying the results of work of the top judicial body in ensuring uniform judicial practice is emphasized, as well as that of dissemination of information about the adopted legal standings among the general public.

The Right to an Effective Remedy In International Data Transfers of Electronic Evidence: Past Lessons and Future Outlook

Cross-border and international collaboration of authorities is often a necessity, involving inter alia the exchange of good practices, tools, human resources, but also information, including personal data. Cross-border access to data is essential in the context of electronic evidence in criminal investigations and proceedings, as more than half of all criminal investigations involve a cross-border request to obtain e-evidence. From a fundamental rights perspective, a common denominator in transborder exchanges of data -irrespective of whether they take place for commercial or for criminal purposes- is that the right to effective remedy of the individuals concerned shall be safeguarded, a right protected under Article 47 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights and Freedoms of the European Union. Taking into account this context, this paper provides a comprehensive analysis and assessment of the right on effective remedies for EU citizens in international data transfers of electronic evidence and discusses the future of the right to effective remedies in transatlantic transfers of data in this context. The main argument of the paper is that the effective remedies for sharing electronic evidence outside the EU territory are not sufficiently guaranteed by the existing applicable rules, due to the piecemeal approach followed in the EU.

Europejska Sieć Rzeczników Praw Dziecka i jej rola w zakresie ochrony praw dziecka. Wybrane problemy

The article is devoted to analysing the activities of the European Network of Ombudspersons for Children. The experience gained so far allows us to draw conclusions as to the activities of the institution coordinating the activities of ombudspersons for children in Europe and confirms that the exchange of good practices, support and coordination effectively strengthens the protection of children’s rights. This article aims to draw attention to selected problems related to the specificity of the activity of this European institution, which integrates not only the institutions of children’s rights ombudspersons but also other institutions established to protect the rights of the youngest in the situation of multifaceted threats of the modern world. The author tries to show that the European Network of Ombudspersons for Children undertakes intensified efforts to protect children’s rights and is effective in this respect.

Challenges of existing grid codes and the call for enhanced standards

<abstract> <p>The escalating penetration of renewable energy, notably wind and solar, introduces unique complexities into power systems, particularly in frequency and voltage regulation. Current grid codes are inadequate for these emerging dynamics, necessitating significant enhancements to cope with the evolving energy landscape. The paper highlights several pivotal areas of improvement, including increased flexibility within power systems, integration of energy storage systems, expansion of ancillary services, the inclusion of grid-forming inverters, and the international harmonization of grid codes. The research underscores that conventional power system methodologies, primarily reliant on traditional power plants, fail to manage the fluctuating supply-demand dynamics of renewable energy effectively. By proposing improvements in grid codes, the research contributes towards resolving this issue. Furthermore, the paper underlines the paramount importance of international harmonization of grid codes for system interoperability, efficient operation, and exchange of best practices across diverse regions. Through its exhaustive exploration and recommendations, the study empowers policymakers, grid operators, and energy producers to advance grid code frameworks. Consequently, this facilitates renewable energy integration, ensures grid stability, and paves the way for a more sustainable energy future.</p> </abstract>

The Impact of Religious Fundamentalism on Places of Worship

Religion is a constant and integral part of humankind. One of the core principles of religious freedom is free and safe access to places of worship. This right cannot be guaranteed in all countries, as shown by recent events, such as violent acts and terrorist attacks that seek their main motivations in religion. This paper examines religious fundamentalism from a conceptual and theoretical standpoint. The typological elements that appear in many religious traditions are presented and explained with the scope of identifying common characteristics across all types of religious fundamentalism. The paper provides an overview of the need for consolidated efforts to combat religious fundamentalism present in most European countries at the moment, and protect places of worship, guaranteeing the free exercise of the essential right of religious freedom. In this light we present PROSECUW (an EU-funded project under the Internal Security Fund-Police programme) which aims to enhance the protection and security in places of worship through training of relevant professionals and knowledge exchange of good practices among EU stakeholders.

The State-of-the-Art of Smart Cities in the European Union

Today, policymakers struggle to obtain information from specific smart city case studies. The literature lacks a unified view of current initiatives. This paper performs an empirical study with the aim of collecting evidence from the literature about existing smart city initiatives in the European Union (EU). The contribution of each paper and its geography are analyzed using content analysis to identify the number and type of initiatives in each country. A cluster analysis is performed to find relationships between countries and their development phase as well as the categories (areas) they are focused on. The results suggest that there are different levels of smart city development between the member states despite the initial year of their first result in the literature. Furthermore, 22 smart city categories clustered in four different groups were found. When compared to countries’ socio-economic characteristics, the results suggest the development of smart cities is significantly related to the public budget balance, gross domestic product and EU structural funds. In summary, this paper portrays the state-of-the-art of smart city initiatives in the member states of the European Union. Moreover, it represents a valuable contribution to decision makers to discuss ways to standardize smart city approaches in the European scope. Furthermore, the method used in this paper can inspire the development of collaborative dashboards for the exchange of best practices and data accessibility about case studies’ details.

A unified approach to faculty development

Due to the effect of the global pandemic and rising student cohort numbers, simulated practice placements are being implemented into nursing curricula. To deliver simulation-based education (SBE) within the Higher Education Institutions (HEI) staff must be adequately prepared. For SBE to be effective, thoughtful consideration to appropriate staff training is important [1]. A structured unified approach is more beneficial as it sets the same aspirations and contributes to a shared philosophy [2]. This unified approach meant both Health Board and HEI staff were being trained to delivery simulation in the same way, which was new for this HEI. Creating a faculty for simulation emulates a community of practice and also comprises essential networking with other simulationists [2]. It helps support Benner’s novice to expert theory as staff start of as novices and subsequently develop emulating that robust educational training for SBE faculty development is essential [3]. Importantly, it addresses quality assurance and governance frameworks in meeting the requirement of the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation Learning (INACSL) [3], Association for Simulated Practice in Healthcare (ASPiH), and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) standards. The overall aim of this innovation was to implement a unified approach to faculty development training for academic staff within an HEI. Three training sessions were delivered in January and February 2022. HEI staff attended a one-day session. Health Board Simulation Educators facilitated the sessions for the HEI Academic Staff. Using a unified approach to this faculty development had a positive outcome in supporting HEI staff to be upskilled in the delivery of SBE. It has also resulted in the subsequent development and implementation of a 2-day training course comprising the following sessions: Session 1 – Introduction to clinical skills and simulation and writing learning outcomes and scenarios; Session 2: Technology supporting simulation; Session 3: Preparation, briefing, and debriefing; Session 4: Running an immersive simulation session. This in-house training programme will continue to be delivered to HEI staff undertaking SBE and evaluated. Using a unified approach enhances the quality and parity of the delivery of SBE within the HEI. A unified approach to faculty development within the HEI will continue to be delivered to upskill staff in SBE. Collaboration with clinical partners in faculty development is crucial in the delivery of SBE to ensure a unified evidence-based approach. 1. Bryant K, Aebersold ML, Jeffries PR, Kardong-Edgren S. Innovations in simulation: Nursing leaders’ exchange of best practices. Clinical Simulation in Nursing. 2020;41:33–40. 2. Peterson DT, Watts PI, Epps CA, White ML. Simulation faculty development: a tiered approach. Simulation in Healthcare. 2017;12(4):254–259. 3. Hallmark BF. Faculty development in simulation education. Nursing Clinics. 2015;50(2):389–397.

“Formarsi e Confrontarsi con le Avanguardie educative”: un’iniziativa per l’accompagnamento e lo sviluppo professionale della comunità educante durante il periodo pandemico

The health emergency and the forced closure of schools represented not only a moment of profound crisis in the global school systems but also an unprecedented opportunity for rethinking, renewal and experimentation. The Italian school system has indeed shown a strong commitment by all educational services and a significant ability to react to the conditions posed by the Covid-19 pandemic. However, some significant gaps have emerged which made the transition to distance learning sometimes unfeasible or ineffective. The online initiative “Forming & Confronting with the Educational avant-gardes” and its related survey, whose results are presented in this contribution, are set in this scenario. With the aim of providing support and coaching to the entire educational community in its attempt to meet the challenges posed by the pandemic crisis, a cycle of 41 webinars was organized between September 2020 and March 2022, focusing on a series of core themes of educational innovation. The participants (6476 in total) were given a satisfaction questionnaire at the end of each webinar and a follow-up questionnaire at the end of the cycle. The survey made it possible to investigate emerging needs in training and professional development during the pandemic and consequently to reshape the training offer based on the feedback from the participants. The training value of the initiative has been tested in the course and at the end of the webinar cycle. More than 3185 participants answered the satisfaction questionnaire while the follow-up questionnaire obtained n. 1068 responses. The survey results show an excellent appreciation of the overall training proposal, pointing out its efficacy as both a coaching/professional development tool and as an opportunity for confrontation and exchange of good practices between peers. The data obtained also indicate the development of formal and informal networks among the participants as a result of their attendance at the webinar cycle.

Libya

Middle East Technical Assistance Center (METAC) has arranged a two-phase capacity development (CD) for the Libyan Customs Administration (LCA) of the Libyan Ministry of Finance. The purpose of this mission is to assess the development status of the ASYCUDA World (AW) prototype piloted in the Port of Tripoli and identify areas of short-term CD support enabling LCA to fully exploit the AW functionalities. It will be followed by a study tour to promote peer learning and exchange of best practices in the f ield of customs in particular digitalization issues, through the METAC region.

A Model for Effective Management of Students Records in the Academic Registrars’ Offices in Kenyan Universities

The delivery of records management services in businesses is significantly influenced by records management models. However, many colleges don't take into account the implementation models while designing records management programs. In order to provide a model that universities can utilize to execute records management, this study examined the records management methods used by the universities in Kenya. Data was gathered via a questionnaire. The findings shows that the best model that can be proposed to ensure effective management of student records in the academic registrar’s office in Kenyan universities should take cognizance of the differences between public and private universities. In private and new universities, there is no need for standardization of storing records and creation and classification of records. Conversely, there was no need for creation and classification of records, storing records, use of information technology and challenges faced in the management of student records in old and new universities. The challenges faced in the management of student records and retrieval and communication of records should be harmonized between both private and public universities as well old and new universities. Exchange of best practices in these areas should also be undertaken in these areas. Once these areas are addressed, the effective management of students’ records in the universities would be realized.

Monitoring biodiversity mainstreaming in development cooperation post-2020: Exploring ways forward

From 2022 onwards the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) of the Convention on Biological Diversity will guide biodiversity conservation actions worldwide, which includes mainstreaming biodiversity into a wide range of activities, sectors and policies. Biodiversity mainstreaming in development cooperation is particularly relevant given the direct dependence of many communities in the Global South on biodiversity and on the benefits it provides. We conducted a Delphi survey among development cooperation practitioners at the aid provider (donor) side, to gain insight into current and future (post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework) biodiversity mainstreaming and its monitoring. Our results demonstrate that despite efforts towards biodiversity mainstreaming and its monitoring, biodiversity mainstreaming indicators remain inconsistent and difficult to compare. The lack of biodiversity data, as well as their low accessibility and suboptimal use, and the inherent complexity of addressing biodiversity loss are considered key challenges. Respondents indicated that they strongly orient their own biodiversity mainstreaming and monitoring approaches towards international biodiversity governance dynamics. We conclude that, at least on paper, the indicator ambitions of the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework are in line with the expectations and challenges of aid providers with respect to biodiversity mainstreaming. However, future effective mainstreaming of biodiversity requires indicator-based monitoring, exchange of good practices among aid partners, and a continued focus on awareness-raising regarding the linkages between biodiversity conservation and poverty reduction.

The assessment of performance trends and convergence in education and training systems of European countries

The Strategic Framework for European Cooperation in Education and Training (ET 2020) aimed to promote the exchange of best practices among the Member States. This paper assesses the performance evolution of European countries in terms of the common objectives for the education sector. The framework used to evaluate European education systems is based on constructing a composite indicator adopting a “benefit-of-the-doubt” approach. The evaluation of performance change over time is done using a Global Malmquist Index. Sigma and beta convergence of EU countries are also explored using non-parametric frontier techniques. The results are analysed for the period 2009–2018 and discussed in light of the goals envisaged and the national policies adopted. The results revealed a trend of improvement in the performance of education systems in most European countries in the period analysed. Although most European countries moved closer to the European best practice frontier over time, as confirmed by the values of sigma-convergence, a few countries are still lagging considerably below their peers, as revealed by the existence of divergence in beta.

European public health best practice portal - process and criteria for best practice assessment.

BackgroundNon-communicable diseases (NCDs) are major and growing burden on population health and the use and cost of healthcare in EU Member States and beyond. Different countries face many common challenges in public health and can learn from each other. The exchange of ‘best practices’ is one way to tackle the observed disparities in health sector. To address the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the European Commission developed the EU Public Health Best Practice Portal to facilitate the exchange of best practices and facilitate their implementation in other EU countries or regions. The ultimate aim of the portal is to reduce NCDs burden and the prevalence of their risk factors by promoting implementation and scale up of evidence-based effective interventions in the areas of health promotion, disease prevention and management of NCDs.ResultsThis article presents the rationale and the process, ranging from best practice assessment to their transfer to interested Member States, applied in the EU Public Health Best Practice Portal. The portal selects best practices using rigorously defined criteria for best practice assessment. This article further provides an overview of other similar initiatives in Europe and internationally that collect and disseminate information on interventions and actions to combat NCDs.ConclusionExchange of best practices is a promising tool in tackling NCDs. Transfer and scaling up of policies and interventions between countries may contribute to tackle disparities observed between countries in regards to the prevalence of risk factors and associated diseases.

КОНЦЕПЦИЯ ЦИРКУЛЯРНОЙ ЭКОНОМИКИ В УСТОЙЧИВОМ РАЗВИТИИ

The article explores the relationship between the implementation of the circular economy and the principles of sustainable development. A paradigm shift is justified - the transformation of the existing linear model of the circular economy, the transformation of business processes, the increase in renewable and recycled sources through circular resource consumption strategies. The influence of digital transformation processes on the structure of a modern company, consumer behavior and product life cycle with the rapid depletion of resources and environmental degradation is determined. The impact of digital technologies on innovative changes in design, processing, re-production and efficient use of resources and materials is substantiated. The need for investment in innovation, support for the adaptation of the industrial sector, coordination of financial support for projects, stimulation of the exchange of best practices and technologies for a successful transition to a circular economy, full closure of the cycle and gaining a competitive advantage were emphasized.

О международном стратегическом партнерстве Национального научного центра травматологии и ортопедии имени академика Батпенова Н.Д. в сфере здравоохранения

This article presents the experience of cooperation between the National Scientific Center of Traumatology and Orthopedics named after academician Batpenov N.D. (Successor of the Research Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics) with international organizations in healthcare over the 20-year period.Communication with colleagues from different countries, exchange of best practices allow the National Scientific Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics named after academician N.Batpenov confidently position themselves in the global medical community and effectively conduct their own scientific developments. Success and achievements of the recent years are the result of painstaking networking, strengthened relations and mutual effort to raise professional level and quality of medical services provided to the population of our fraternal republics.

Perspectives of Sustainable Development for the Italian University Museums

The Italian university museums are characterized by the multiple disciplines they represent, both scientific and artistic. The article presents some future perspectives of sustainable development that can be obtained as the result of their activities in the network and attempts to overcome the difficulties of their organizations with different management systems, in many cases still connected to the departments of reference. The starting point is the first census made by the Rectors of Italian Universities Conference (CRUI). From this census, a detailed review of the museum heritage of 39 Italian Universities and its organization is emerged. It can make possible the creation of a National Observatory which is essential first of all to offer advice for the accreditation procedures provided by the National Museum System. Through this accreditation, the university museums will be able to join the network of the Italian museums and cultural places (state, public, and private) for a unified vision of the development of Italian museums regardless of their ownership, size, type, and form of management to create a governance of heritage based on sustainability, innovation, participation, and accessibility. The accreditation will allow to strengthen their mutual knowledge and a useful exchange of good practices for a common development and to verify their organization, the management of their juridical and economic profiles, of their collections and their relationships with their regions. Since the university museums lacked an updated space to rapidly disseminate the free expressions of their ideas and projects, an online bilingual monthly magazine was created.

Pipe organ and organ music in Poland as a part of world heritage

The pipe organ, as a musical instrument and an important object of cultural heritage, has been gaining increasing interest from the international community in recent years. This paper aims at examining the possibilities of preserving organs and organ music in Poland in an international context. As part of the study, an analysis of UNESCO lists was conducted. Furthermore, the organ-building assets in Poland and tourist products developed on their basis (including cultural trails dedicated to organs and organ museums) were studied. Attention was also drawn to other sites and forms of the organ of possible interest to tourists, and to the functioning of organ festivals during the COVID-19 pandemic and virtual organ projects implemented in that period. In addition, public awareness concerning the organ in Poland and Europe as well as organ festivals and other associated tourist products was examined. Finally, actions aimed at preserving Poland’s organ heritage were proposed with reference to practices in other European countries. It was concluded that one of the possible ways to integrate the conservation of organ heritage is a comprehensive approach through the landscape. Organs and their music also form a part of the local landscape, both as landforms reminiscent of the instruments and as artistic installations and sounds, shaping a sense of local and regional identity. It is also very important to engage in cross-border cooperation (including an exchange of good practices) and educational projects with regard to the safeguarding of organ heritage.

Reinventing Housing Care: Environmental Negotiations Made in Congregate Settings During COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic prompted an urgent reconsideration of space and place within congregate housing. Research has only underscored the need for health-promoting physical alterations to residential environments (Peters & Halleran, 2020), but also generated lasting questions about the relationships between congregate environments and their residents, visitors, and workforce —among them, what ways can environments be negotiated to reduce risk (Dosa et al., 2020)? How can environments enact care for formal caregivers (Chen & Chavalier, 2021)? Who might be challenged by this care which may question the dangers associated with proximity (Lynn, 2020)? This symposium focuses on the ways stakeholders within congregate housing observed, related to, and negotiated changes to space and place during the pandemic. Paper 1 presents an organizational case study investigating provider perspectives of how housing and healthcare responses to COVID have shaped palliative care with unhoused patients during the pandemic. Paper 2 highlights the collaborative work of a multi-sector coalition working to address timely needs of residents in low-income senior buildings. Paper 3 reflects on the formation of a cross-national senior housing network and the interdisciplinary exchange of best practices and policy recommendations that emerged. The collective findings of these papers challenge previous notions of care in congregate environments, illuminate how provider networks respond to crises and share emergent knowledge, and consider how institutional decisions about the pandemic have re-placed and re-spaced provider and patient experiences. This symposium offers observations and strategies that may assist in envisioning successful congregate care during COVID-19 and beyond.

Management of the national education system under the conditions of globalization

The internationalization of education is a requirement for the survival and adaptation of higher education institutions to the conditions of globalization. The internationalization of educational programs involves attracting and training students from outside the borders of nation states; elaboration and implementation of academic mobility programs for teachers and students; organization of scientific and academic events, where the exchange of good practices takes place - characterizes the training opportunities for students and graduates of higher education institutions who could work in conditions of professional mobility and labor migration. The authors in this study aim to describe some educational policies, practiced by developed countries have international higher education systems, based on innovative models.