Historical Elements Research Articles

Regeneration of the Citadel of Agadir Oufella

The Citadel of Agadir has for over six centuries been a symbol of Agadir’s importance as a trading port, as a nexus between many caravan routes and the Atlantic. Designated a Moroccan historic monument in 1932, the site was devastated by an earthquake in 1960. In 2020, sixty years after that disaster, work began on its restoration. The project included the reconstruction of historic elements such as the fortress or the medina and the creation of a visitor itinerary. The local community was moreover involved at every stage of the process. The project also included innovative earthquake-proof building techniques reviving vernacular systems and the use of local materials, stimulating the economy of the region and preserving its heritage.

Are Mathematical Objects ‘sui generis Fictions’? Some Remarks on Aquinas’s Philosophy of Mathematics

Abstract This contribution proposes an interpretation of Thomas Aquinas’s philosophy of mathematics. It is argued that Aquinas’s philosophy of mathematics is a coherent view whose main features enable us to understand it as a moderate realism according to which mathematical objects have an esse intentionale. This esse intentionale involves both mathematicians’ intellectual activity and natural things being knowable mathematically. It is shown that, in Aquinas’s view, mathematics’ constructive part does not conflict with mathematical realism. It is also held that mathematics’ imaginative reasoning is coherent with Aquinas’s doctrine of formal abstraction and his realistism. It focuses on some of Aquinas’s texts, which it places within their textual and doctrinal context and interprets them in the light of some historical elements.

The Agrotourism and an Approach to the Ecuadorian Regulation About Tourist Farms

Objective: This essay attempts to contextualize the current reality of tourist haciendas and farms in Ecuador, based on an analysis of agrotourism experiences and an approach to Ecuadorian regulation. Theoretical Framework: A literature review is carried out on agrotourism and its practices worldwide, also referencing case studies related to rural tourism and agrotourism experiences such as, for example: the coffee region and other experiences close to the Ecuadorian reality. Method: The theoretical information is organized as a funnel, with the purpose of analyzing agrotourism from international experiences to addressing Ecuadorian regulations. Then, through the review of Ecuadorian regulations and the official database of the Ministry of Tourism of Ecuador, results can be illustrated through thematic cartography and comparative tables. Results and Discussion: The results show a diversity of approaches to the virtues of agrotourism worldwide, which start from improving the quality of life of the receiving communities, to the inclusion of new techniques that raise the level of experience in agrotourism farms such as storytelling that uses historical elements to establish a narrative that accompanies the guidance of visitors. Research Implication: In Ecuador, although it is true that agrotourism is promoted, aspects that could lead farms or Agricultural Production Units (UPA) to be a registerable tourist category like large haciendas are not fully included in the regulations. This limits the tourist development of potential areas due to the size of their properties and the simplicity of their facilities. Originality/Value: The concept of a tourist farm is not included in the catalog of services of the Ministry of Tourism of Ecuador, but it is a term that is beginning to be used by academics and tourism operators, especially on the Ecuadorian coast, where it is cataloged in this way. to the possession of small arable lands, especially of small size. There is a large field of knowledge that can begin by studying the potential that these tourist farms have to offer for new market niches, so exploring these new trends is a great opportunity for Ecuadorian tourism.

Slum housing upgrading strategies: a case study of Kampaeng Ngam informal settlement along Mae Kha Canal in Chiang Mai historic city

ABSTRACT In 2011, UNESCO issued recommendations urging cities, especially those rich in historical significance, to strike a balance between preservation and growth. The goal was to better cater to the needs of present-day residents and improve their quality of life through a focus on people-centered development. This study examines informal settlements along the Mae Kha Canal in Chiang Mai, a locality adjacent to the city’s historical elements. The present study aims to formulate strategies for upgrading housing, examining the case of Kampaeng Ngam as a pilot community. The investigation is aligned with the city’s current agenda, aiming to gather insights from inhabitants for future improvement. A field study began with structured observation, followed by an investigation of sample housing and in-depth interviews with the householders. The results are presented in three facets: (1) current physical existence, (2) resident background, and (3) dwelling characteristics of the community. The influence of resident-related aspects on housing attributes is then discussed. The findings reveal that previous plans by local authorities to relocate households into one-size-fits-all family housing failed to meet the diverse living conditions of the residents. Consequently, this article concludes with alternative suggestions for the upcoming Kampaeng Ngam Housing Upgrade project.

Identifying predictors of malingering in psychiatric emergency room settings and evaluating intervention strategies to reduce unnecessary er utilization. Literature review

Malingering in psychiatric emergency room (ER) settings presents a significant challenge, leading to unnecessary healthcare resource utilization and potentially compromising patient care. This literature review examines predictors of malingering and evaluates intervention strategies aimed at reducing unnecessary ER visits. The review identifies a range of predictors, including demographic factors, clinical presentations, historical elements, and motivational aspects, that may indicate malingering. Tools such as structured interviews, validity scales, and behavioral observations are highlighted for their effectiveness in identifying malingering behaviors in psychiatric ERs. The review also explores various intervention strategies, including early identification protocols, staff training programs, and collaborative care models, which have shown promise in mitigating the impact of malingering on healthcare systems. These strategies are important in ensuring that resources are appropriately allocated while maintaining high standards of patient care. However, ethical considerations, particularly the balance between detecting malingering and providing genuine patient care, remain critical challenges. Addressing these issues is essential for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of emergency psychiatric care and ensuring that patients receive appropriate and timely care.

HISTORICAL ASPECTS IN THE POETRY OF KURMANCIS

In a general way, poetry is considered to be an important foundation in literature as a whole and poetry in general. Since the beginning of the stage of human life, each stage has its own use and until now, it has its own color and importance in all its forms. It is also considered as an important tool. The poet tells his story through elements. Historical elements are one of the types of elements found in modern poetry in the south of the country. the poets still use it in their poetry. they use the historical ones. as it is clear that the Kurmans have seen very difficult periods in their history. the modern poets have used the historical ones for the success and problems of the Kurmans in the way of the historical ones. This is clear from the attention of the new poet Kurmanç. He uses historical elements in his poems.

Urban parks in developing countries: Challenges and opportunities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The scarcity of well-functioning green spaces in the rapidly growing urban centers of developing countries poses significant challenges, hindering the well-being and quality of life for urban populations. Urban parks, often referred to as the "lungs of the city," have the potential to alleviate these challenges, yet their benefits are not always evident. This study explores the challenges and opportunities faced by urban parks in developing countries through a comparative analysis of Janmeda Park and Entoto Park in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The research assesses key dimensions, including accessibility, sociability, comfort, image projection, and management/maintenance. These elements are vital for understanding how well urban parks serve their communities and contribute to urban development. While Janmeda Park, despite its historical importance, struggles with physical and operational challenges, Entoto Park’s well-designed amenities, management, and safety provide a model for future park developments. The study offers recommendations to improve urban parks, such as enhancing accessibility, fostering sociability, ensuring user comfort and safety, strengthening image projection, integrating cultural and historical elements, and improving management and maintenance. It also highlights the importance of monitoring and evaluating park performance. These recommendations aim to guide urban planners and policymakers in enhancing urban parks, thereby supporting community well-being and promoting effective urban development. The insights provided are intended to inform better practices for urban park planning and management, contributing to more vibrant and functional green spaces in developing cities.

THE OLD TOWN OF KUPANG: PERSISTENT ELEMENTS AND THE QUALITY OF THE SPACE BASED ON PUBLIC VIEWS

Kupang's Old Town has undergone significant changes over time, influenced by foreign interventions that left behind a wide variety of historical stories and physical evidence as silent witnesses to the development of Kupang's Old Town. However, these historical elements are currently under threat due to a lack of protection and management.Aims: This research aims to study the physical changes in the urban network from the 17th century to the 21st century, highlighting elements that have disappeared, changed, or survived. The study also explores the community's perception of the surviving historical aspects.Methodology and Results: Using a descriptive qualitative approach, [1]the results show significant changes within the area, including the loss of certain elements, changes in function, and the continuation of others. The community values the aspects that have survived, especially the historical buildings, which are seen as an integral part to the area's identity. There is a desire to improve the quality of space in Kupang's Old Town today.Conclusion, Significance and Implication: The study recommends the development of policies that integrate urban growth, historic preservation, and stakeholder participation to achieve a balanced management of Kupang’s Old Town.

Unveiling the Silent Narratives: A Multidimensional Analysis of the Stellenbosch University Faculty of Theology Building and its Impact on Teaching Church History

This article delves into the intricate history, contextual significance, and contemporary implications of the building housing the Faculty of Theology at Stellenbosch University. Over decades, the edifice has garnered attention for its historical and architectural attributes, underscoring its role in the broader narrative of Stellenbosch, a significance predating and exemplifying colonial history. In addition to the architectural and spatial dimensions, the myths and symbols associated with the building are explored, adding layers to its complex history. The intersection of these historical elements with its current use within Stellenbosch University prompts a compelling inquiry into whether and how the structure influences teaching and research, particularly in the domain of church history. The article engages with the history of the building that houses the Stellenbosch University Faculty of Theology and attempts to find out if elements of this complex history finds expression in the different church history modules taught in its confines. The authors first work through historic and current source material that share information of the histories of the mentioned building and then work through the course content and foci of the different church history modules, attempting to find teaching links. The authors further engage with broader contextual debates related to visual redress and the contextualisation of symbols in the vicinity of the building. As such this article aims to address the pivotal question: Do the historical backdrop and current realities of the building shape the teaching of church history within its walls?

СТУДЕНТТЕРДИН ТААНЫП БИЛҮҮ АКТИВДҮҮЛҮГҮН ӨНҮКТҮРҮҮДӨ МАТЕМАТИКАЛЫК ТАРЫХЫЙ МАТЕРИАЛДАРДЫН РОЛУ

The results of any study depend on the methodological position of the researcher. This is due to the fact that by choosing the methodological foundations of pedagogical research, theoretical and practical directions of scientific work are determined, methods of scientific research are selected, and ways to achieve results are determined. This article presents a methodology for teaching mathematics to technical college students using its historical elements. In teaching mathematics to college students, issues of historical content and the history of each branch of mathematics occupy an important place. By learning mathematics through its history, solving problems of historical content, students are not limited to mastering current material, but broaden their horizons. The article also mentions several teaching methods (“Tornado”, “Game”). Motives such as interest in the subject, awareness, compulsion, etc. also appeared. When covering a topic in mathematics, we looked at how to use its historical elements.

Heritage elements and Artificial Intelligence as storytelling tools for virtual retail environments

In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, the metaverse has emerged as a groundbreaking platform for redefining fashion presentation, experience, and conceptualization. This paper investigates the interplay between fashion and Virtual Reality (VR) through specific use cases of virtual showrooms. Each case highlights the metaverse's potential in fashion, from reproposing historical elements to expressing contemporary trends, showcasing technological innovations, like Artificial Intelligence (AI), and user engagement strategies. This analysis shows how such commercial spaces can be exploratory platforms for narrating a brand's history and heritage elements, revealing VR's potential to enhance user engagement with immersive 3D environments and dynamic narratives. The paper further investigates advancements in integrating heritage with e-commerce elements and using heritage and AI as storytelling tools, concentrating on four exemplary projects. This integration suggests a future of increasingly immersive, personalized, and interactive experiences, marking a new chapter in how fashion is conceived, presented, and experienced.

Biodetect: development of a serious game to train Zika Virus detection using biosensors

The use and handling of biological laboratory components are activities that require great care and attention from professionals, as incorrect handling of any component in this environment can cause numerous harms to health and ongoing research. In this sense, this article proposes the development of an educational game aimed at teaching and training professionals and students who deal with biological laboratory protocols. The game simulates the construction of a Biosensor to identify the Zika virus, from collecting biological material to analyzing the results. The plot unfolds in two main phases: in the forest, where the main character, the Little Scientist, seeks to capture the Zika virus, and in the laboratory, facing challenges such as eliminating contaminating viruses and manipulating DNA. Specific missions are assigned to each phase, ranging from eliminating mosquitoes to washing your hands correctly. The game incorporates historical elements about the emergence of the Zika virus and seeks to teach laboratory protocols through interaction and entertainment.

Elements of Historical Personal Identity Construction of Finnish-Speaking Students

In this paper, the constructions of historical personal identity of Finnish-speaking students are analysed. The students participated in a larger study of historical narratives and identities, carried out in 2020 in two schools in Finland and in one European School outside Finland. In the mixed-method study, sixty-one students were interviewed and given writing and drawing assignments on historical identity. In this paper, the students’ visual representations of their personal historical identity and its relationship with wider official history are analysed. The aim is to increase understanding of how 14–16-year-old students visualise and articulate their historical personal identity constructions and the historical elements they use in negotiating this identity. The findings suggest that the students integrate personal and historical social narratives in diverse ways but that the majority of them find it challenging to connect their personal family history with the wider official history. Only twelve students made the connection. In addition to presenting the results for the whole group of students, the visual representations of two selected students are discussed in more detail so as to highlight the difference in the approaches to historical personal identity construction among the students.

Understanding the Notion of Self-Experience and Its Psychoanalytic and Cultural Implications in Working with Chinese Clients

ABSTRACT “Self-experience” is a popular phrase among Chinese psychotherapist professional circles. This article provides a historical overview of the development of this term and explores the underlying social, cultural, and historical elements of the dynamics of this unique lexical choice. We argue that the preference for using “self-experience” instead of “personal treatment” implies a tendency of the Chinese collective consciousness to depathologize the inner feelings of traumatic experience, reflecting the Chinese philosophy of life, that is, emphasizing the upward potential to grow and learn to change. On the other hand, we need to be careful in assessing whether psychoanalysis is comprehending patients’ cultural and historical contexts so that we are healing the trauma rather than creating new ones.

Analysis of Additional Building Effects in Historic Buildings with Visual Attention Software: The Case of Dresden Military History Museum

Modern additions to historic environments/buildings have been designed from the past to the present. In thiscontext, it is always questioned which architectural elements attract more attention: historical elements or modernelements. When a person encounters an image, their subconscious mind instantly decides what exactly attracts theirattention. According to the theory of Cognitive Architecture, there are architectural principles that peoplesubconsciously prefer. Considering these principles, it is assumed that traditional buildings attract moresubconscious attention than modern buildings. This assumption constitutes the hypothesis of the study. In the study,the visual attention method was used to analyze the additional building effects in historical buildings. To predict theobservers' reactions to the visuals, the Military History Museum in Dresden, Germany was selected as a case study.For visual attention, 3M's VAS (Visual Attention Software), an artificial intelligence application developed usingexperimental data from eye tracking, was used. Diagrams and analysis from 3M eye tracking are presented to explainwhich architecture is more interesting and why.

도심유휴산업공간의 재생디자인특성연구

This article first defines idle industrial facilities, summarizing their characteristics as temporal, accessible, flexible, and malleable. It then elaborates on the concept of the cultural and creative industries, highlighting their features as cultural diversity, uniqueness, creativity, and concentration. Subsequently, the paper categorizes spaces redesigned for regeneration, classifying them as art exhibition spaces, commercial spaces, public spaces, and social and resting spaces. Based on this framework, the study explores the design features of cultural and creative industries in regenerating idle industrial spaces in city centers, identifying four key traits: symbolic, multipurpose, specialized, and participatory. The analysis includes case studies of transformation projects like the 798 Art Zone and Seongsu-dong, concluding with targeted recommendations such as enhancing original industrial historical elements, adding interactive designs to provide a deeper immersive experience, and improving the industrial environment with increased subsidies. The aim is to foster the transformation of more idle industrial spaces into vibrant redevelopment projects through the power of cultural and creative industries.

Etnoscience of Traditional Alcoholic Beverages (Moke Putih) of Ngada East Nusa Tenggara

Ngada district has a traditional drink called moke putih. Moke putih is a traditional alcoholic beverage made from the Aren’s water (Arenga pinnata Merr.) that is found in Flores. For the people of Ngada, moke putih is a symbol of being kind and harmony, and the consumption of moke has become a lifestyle for most people in there. This drink has a lot of potential because it has strong historical elements and cultural values. The purpose of this research is to know the history, processing, and the connection between moke putih and the culture of Ngada. The research method is a qualitative approach to ethnoscience through purposive sampling techniques and snowball samplings from villages with 10 respondents and data collection through interviews, observations, and documentation. Moke Putih is a traditional drink that has been passed down from generation to generation and is closely related to the culture, customs, and characteristics of the Ngada people. White moke is made from slicing the fruit stalks of the sap tree, and this drink is used at every traditional event and in daily activities as a substitute for drinking water.

INTRODUCTION TO THE GEOMETRICAL OBJECTS AND AXIOMS: CONCEPTUAL, DIDACTICAL AND HISTORICAL CONSIDERATIONS

For a student attending the initial years of the high school, it is not easy to fully realize what a geometrical object is. While speaking, for example, of a triangle, the teacher will underline that its sides have length, but no width and no thickness. However, a pupil has never seen an object of this kind in his daily experience. For, every straight line has a width and a thickness, however minimal they may be. How can we introduce the geometrical objects and, immediately afterwards, the geometrical reasonings so that the learners can accept them not based on a sort of faith act but relying on a real understanding? The best method is to explain their conceptual genesis, also adding some historical elements. Two abstract processes can be identified: the first one gave origin to the abstract objects, the second one to the propositions (axioms) on which the relations of such objects rely. Therefore, we suggest that the teacher dedicates two lessons to introducing the genetic bases of the geometrical thought before dealing with the mathematical details. In what follows, material for the two lessons is supplied.

PENGGUNAAN HISTORIOGRAFI TRADISIONAL JAWA UNTUK PENULISAN SEJARAH: Studi tentang Pengasingan Sunan Paku Buwana VI ke Ambon, 1830-1849

This article explains the use of Javanese traditional historiography proposed by Sartono Kartodirdjo. This article was prepared using the literature study method. The literature used is in the form of undergraduate theses, dissertations, and books prepared using and discussing Javanese traditional historiography. Overall, the chronicle about the exile of Sunan Paku Buwana VI in Ambon has a historical picture. The strength of this text as a historical source lies in its description of the mental turmoil and experiences of a king who was removed from his throne and had to live in exile. The existence of candra sengkala written following important events described in the chronicles further proves that these chronicles contain strong historical elements. In addition, as a historical source, the chronicle about Sunan Paku Buwana VI's exile contains important material not found in colonial archives.

Exploring the relationship between cultural ecosystem services and human well-being of Qiandao Lake in China: insights from tourists and residents

Abstract Landscapes of lakes have a significant impact on people's perceptions of Cultural Ecosystem Services (CES), as well as on their overall sense of well-being. However, there is limited understanding of how best to manage land landscapes and how different approaches influence these perceptions. To explore these questions, a case study of China's Qiandao Lake was conducted, using a survey of 416 tourists and residents based on the Millennium Ecosystem Assessment (MA) framework. The relationship between CES and Human Well-Being (HWB) was examined using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), followed by the application of the Importance-Performance Analysis (IPA) method to identify which aspects should be targeted in management strategies. The results revealed several key findings. Firstly, there were significant differences in satisfaction with CES between tourists and residents. Tourists showed higher satisfaction levels in spiritual service, aesthetic service, inspiration, and education and science aspects. In contrast, residents prioritized cultural heritage and sense of place, indicating a deeper connection to the cultural and historical elements of their environment. Secondly, age, education, and income levels played important roles in shaping perceptions of CES. Thirdly, the study underscored the impact of CES on HWB, with aesthetic service having the greatest influence on tourists' HWB, and spiritual service having the most impact on residents' HWB. Lastly, using the IPA model, indicators with low satisfaction but high importance were identified, suggesting areas for improvement, particularly in cultural integration and unique environmental features. These research findings provide scientific and theoretical support for the management and landscape planning of lake ecosystems.