Domestic Economy Research Articles

Well Being among Post Graduate Students using the Ryff Scale

Well being has become a matter of concern with many experts in the field of mental health. Research has brought to light a need to understand well being from multiple perspectives such as physical, spiritual,social, occupational, emotional,psychological, professional and financial as well as across age groups and gender.The present study aims at finding correlations between psychological well-being among female postgraduate students pursuing different specialisations(Management, Home Science and Clinical Psychology) as well as within each group. Purposive sampling technique has been used for data collection from two universities, over a time period of 3-4 weeks ,where a total sample of 90 postgraduate students were administered the Ryff scale out of which data of 74 students has been analysed. Findings were calculated using ANOVA and TUKEY tests suggesting that age as a variable showed a negative correlation with well being clearly emphasising that female post graduate students from higher age groups had lower perception of well being. Another finding on sub scale indicated that Personal Growth(PG) is the only dimension for well-being that was found to have a p value less than 0.05,indicating a significant difference in personal growth among Management and Clinical psychology students but not Home science students. Well being programme can help identify reasons for low perception of well being and also enhance other dimensions on the scale as a support towards a positive and holistic well being. Students are important contributors towards the progress of any society and change makers for the future.Conducting well being programmes can help the students enhance various domains of well being over a period of time , along with guidance and support from the education community.

Transition to Post-Pandemic Education: Teaching Strategies of Tle Teachers in Secondary Public Schools

This study explored the teaching strategies of Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) course in Cluster 5, Davao City. There were eight (8) home economics teachers who participated in the study. This study made use of a phenomenological approach to extract the ideas of the parent participants. The participants were purposely selected as representatives from the group of home economics teachers from schools in the same division. The in-depth-interview was employed to gather some information as regards to their respective experiences on the transition of their classes from blended learning to the new face to face classes during the post pandemic school year. Using the thematic analysis, the following themes emerged as pertains to the teaching strategies that were most effective for students during the post pandemic time, these are: the most effective teaching strategies in their TLE classes were demonstration method, lecture method and solving common problems. The challenges of the teachers were: the lack of funds, lack of practical strategies and lack of qualified teachers. The suggested teaching strategies to facilitate the students learning was to improve communication and improvement of their collaboration with stakeholders. The Technology and Livelihood Education teachers may be more proactive in implementing the course to their learners. The teachers may be more attentive to the needs and predicaments of their learners and other stakeholders, thus creating the harmonious learning environment.

Uncertainty shocks and monetary policy rules in a small open economy

Abstract Post the great financial crisis (GFC) of 2008–2009, there has been a surge in the macroeconomics literature on aggregate uncertainty. Although the recent literature has recognized the adverse real effects of global uncertainty shocks in emerging market economies (EMEs), the role of monetary policy in offsetting these adverse effects and their link with the exchange rates is not explored in the literature. We find that the currently followed interest rate rules (IRRs) under a flexible inflation-targeting regime are ineffective in stabilizing the domestic economy during periods of high global uncertainty in the EMEs. Using a small open economy new Keynesian DSGE model with Epstein–Zin preferences and second-moment demand shocks, we compare and propose alternate monetary policy rules that significantly reduce welfare losses. We find that the best monetary policy rule in terms of welfare depends on the nature of shock that is, first-moment or second-moment shock.

Contemporary Financial Nationalism in Theory and Practice

Abstract The 2008 global financial crisis and its aftermath provided fertile soil for criticism of and alternatives to the international liberal order, including the rise of financial nationalism. Contemporary financial nationalism is a view of the world that is nationalist in its motivation for political action, financial in its policy focus, and illiberal in its conception of political economy. At the same time, it is fundamentally shaped by its emergence from within the international liberal order, which both constrains the policy options of financial nationalists and provides opportunities for them to draw on transnational financial resources and institutions to advance nationalist causes. This article offers a conceptual analysis of contemporary financial nationalism that explores its fundamental characteristics, explains what is distinctive about it, delineates its four major policy subtypes, identifies the resources and capabilities required to successfully engage in it, and discusses the implications of doing so. It aids researchers in thinking about financial nationalism’s internal workings across different contexts, in understanding why it has lasted as long and spread as far as it has, in considering how it may evolve, and in contemplating how it can affect domestic and international political economies.

The Effect of the Fed Interest Rate Hikes on the Financial Crisis Evidence from Emerging Market Economices

The purpose of this paper is to systematically study the economic consequences of this policy adjustment by analysing in depth the five interest rate hike actions of the Federal Reserve and their chain reactions in emerging market economies, applying economic principles and methods. In particular, the central question of concern is whether the Fed's interest rate hiking policy constitutes an important trigger of the financial crisis in emerging markets. In order to shed light on this complex phenomenon in a comprehensive manner, this paper not only analyses in depth the macroeconomic logic behind the Fed's interest rate hike, but also explores its transmission mechanism in emerging market economies, as well as the economic vulnerability of these countries in the face of external shocks. The results of the study show that the collapse of emerging countries as a result of the Fed's interest rate hikes seems to be inevitable, but we can draw insights from it: actively promoting the reform of the international monetary system and supporting the inclusion of more types of currencies in the international trade and investment settlement system has become a common choice, including for some Western countries, as well as the need to continue to optimise the economic structure of the domestic economy and to strengthen the ability to manage and control the comprehensive risks.

A Proposed Educational Program Based on Project-Based Learning (PBL) for Teaching Home Economics and its Impact on Developing Creative Thinking and Problem-solving Skills of Third-grade Intermediate Female Students

This study examined the effectiveness of using project-based learning (PBL) for the teaching of home economics and determine its impact on the development of students’ creative thinking and problem-solving skills. To achieve the objectives of the study, the researchers used the quasi-experimental approach. Pre- and post-intervention tests were conducted with two (experimental and control) groups of third-grade intermediate female students. Two tests were administered: one to test the students’ creative thinking skills, and the other to test their problem-solving skills. The control group were taught a home economics unit by conventional teaching methods; the experimental group were taught using the PBL approach. The following materials and tools have been prepared by the researchers: a proposed educational program based on project-based learning (PBL), a test of creative thinking skills, and a test of problem-solving skills. The findings revealed that there were statistical differences (0.05) between the mean scores for the pre-PBL and post-PBL tests, indicating that PBL significantly improved the students’ creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Several recommendations and suggestions are offered based on the findings.

Critical Science: A systematic literature review of empirical research (1979–2022)

AbstractThe Critical Science Approach (CSA) was developed in 1979 with the intent to create a consistent conceptual identity unifying the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) profession's philosophy, knowledge, and practice. This systematic literature review examines empirical CSA research published between 1979 and 2022 to better understand what the CSA means for the profession. A total of 71 articles met the criteria with the CSA highly integrated in 22 of those articles. Results illustrate a need for increased CSA scholarship, continuity in keyword usage within the CSA language, and collaboration among preprofessional programs and professional organizations to support and sustain a CSA paradigm shift.

Development of Teaching Factory Model to Enhance Creativity of Students in the Home Economics Department of the Faculty of Engineering, UNM, Indonesia

The research aims to (1) develop an appropriate 6M teaching factory model for practical learning in the Department of Family Welfare Education, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Makassar with a concentration in Cosmetology, (2) produce a 6M teaching factory model that is valid, practical, and effective for practical learning in the Department of Family Welfare Education, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Makassar with a concentration in Cosmetology. This study is an R & D (Research and Development)-based development research. The subjects used were 20 students from the Cosmetology concentration. The development method adapted in this study is derived from the Borg and Gall Model, which includes three main stages, namely: preliminary study covering field surveys, document analysis, and theoretical considerations; the design phase involving the creation of a teaching factory model draft and the improvement of the model; and the experimental phase that includes initial inspection, large-scale testing, and final refinement of the product. The results of this research are the creation of a teaching factory learning model called the TEFA 6M, along with operational tools including the TEFA 6M model book, Syllabus, modules, jobsheet, and LPPO. This model is designed to strengthen the practical abilities of students. The TEFA 6M model is divided into seven phases in one round, starting from pre-order, pre-production, production, post-production, packaging, to order delivery. One TEFA 6M model cycle combines soft skill and hard skill activities. The implementation of this model uses a block and rotating system and is concluded with a competency assessment. The developed TEFA 6M model has been validated by experts, revised, and tested on both small and large scales. Based on the t-test results, it is known that the Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 is smaller than the probability of 0.05, so it can be concluded that there is a difference in test results between the experimental class posttest and the control class posttest. Furthermore, for the average score of the experimental group, a score of 78.38 was obtained, and 42.36 in the control group; thus, the 6M Teaching Factory Learning Model can be said to be effective in the experimental class in improving student competencies in the Facial Makeup Techniques course. The research indicates that the TEFA-6M model has met the standard of validity. Based on the evaluations carried out, it is known that this teaching approach is practical, in terms of management abilities by the lecturer, and effective, as seen from the level of student activity, student reactions to the functionality and implementation of the model, and from test results that assess task completion.

Effectiveness of work‐based learning training in secondary family and consumer sciences

AbstractThis mixed methods study investigated the effectiveness of work‐based learning (WBL) experiences in secondary Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) programs, focusing on bridging the gap between secondary education and workforce readiness. Participants included secondary FCS teachers from public middle and high schools in Texas. The findings highlight WBL integration challenges due to varying levels of awareness, training, and industry partnerships among FCS educators. Enhancements in teacher training and stronger industry–education partnerships are recommended to improve the quality and diversity of WBL, aiming to better prepare students for dynamic workforce demands.

Family and consumer science students' technical skill attainment and postsecondary success

AbstractThis study's purpose was to determine if passing the technical skill attainment test predicted Missouri Family and Consumer Sciences students' postsecondary placement. Using quantitative data obtained from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education from 2015 to 2019, data from 8622 students enrolled in at least one Family and Consumer Sciences class were analyzed. Results indicate Family and Consumer Sciences completers who pass their technical skill attainment have a statistically significant relationship with postsecondary placement in either a related career field, higher education with a related major, or the military. Findings also reveal some inequities among race and ability status.

Incorporating platinum circular economy into China's hydrogen pathways toward carbon neutrality.

Hydrogen is gaining tremendous traction in China as the fuel of the future to support the country's carbon neutrality ambition. Despite that hydrogen as fuel largely hinges on the supply of platinum (Pt), the dynamic interlinkage between Pt supply challenges, hydrogen development pathways, and climate targets in China has yet to be deeply analyzed. Here, we adopt an integrated assessment model to address this important concern and corresponding strategies for China. The results indicate that the booming hydrogen development would drive China's cumulative demand for Pt metal to reach 4,200-5,000 tons. Much of this demand, met through a limited supply pattern, is vulnerable to price volatility and heightened geopolitical risks, which can be mitigated through circular economy strategies. Consequently, a coordinated approach to leverage both global sustainable Pt sourcing and a robust domestic Pt circular economy is imperative for ensuring cost-effective hydrogen production, aligned with a climate-safe future.

2022 개정 교육과정 중학교 기술․가정과 ‘구조물과 건설’ 핵심개념에서 빛 환경 설계를 활용한 지속가능한 건설기술 체험활동 과제 개발

The purpose of this study is to help middle school students understand the concept and practical use of sustainable construction technology by developing hands-on activities using light environment design for‘Structures and Construction’core concept in the 2022 revised curriculum for middle school technology and home economics. In this study, research was conducted in five stages: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The main research results of this study are as follows. First, by analyzing the 2022 revised curriculum, previous research, and curriculum, a class curriculum plan for the 8th session, teaching materials for teachers, learning materials for students, and grading rubrics were developed. Second, the hands-on activity applied a light environment design that minimizes the use of artificial lighting and efficiently utilizes natural light, and designed, produced, and evaluated architectural models including light shelves and skylights. Third, as a result of an expert feasibility review, all items including level, time, goal, interest, and problem situation were valid. Fourth, as a result of applying the hands-on activities in class, students were interested in the topic and there was a positive response in that light environment design can be a practical method for sustainable development.

2022 개정 기술과 교육과정 개발과 주요 특징

The purpose of this study was to develop the 2022 revised technology and curriculum. The study was divided into primary and secondary research according to the government's curriculum development process. The research methods used in this study included literature research, expert consultation, Delphi survey, and policy consultation. One of the most important features of the 2022 revised technology subject curriculum development is that the participation of professors at technology teacher training institutions and current technology teachers increased compared to the previous curriculum. As a result of this participation and discussion, the results of the 2022 revised technology subject curriculum development study were derived. The results of this study are summarized as follows. First, the middle school technology curriculum was developed into two major areas: technological problem solving and innovation, and sustainable technology and convergence. Second, the high school technology curriculum was composed and developed with technology and home economics as general electives, robots and the world of engineering as career electives, and creative engineering design and general intellectual property as convergence electives. Third, all curriculum were developed by dividing them into changed content elements: knowledge/understanding, process/skill, value/attitude, and achievement standards were developed through combination of content elements. Fourth, the high school technology curriculum strengthened the nature of the engineering field and attempted to preserve the purpose of the high school credit system. The development process and main features of the 2022 revised technology subject curriculum can be used as explanatory material for future curriculum implementation, monitoring of future curriculum, and basic data for the next curriculum.

Impact of Social Media Marketing on Consumer Behaviour

The behavior of consumers is intricate, sophisticated, hard to modify, and occasionally confusing. Learning about consumer behavior is an interesting but important field of research. because of its complexity, diversity, unpredictable nature, and ubiquity. One of the most significant facets of consumer behavior and a hot topic for consumer science research is consumer engagement and purchase intention. Scholars and marketers have been trying to understand how consumers behave in a range of social, cultural, and other contexts. Understanding the various mental and physical actions that the customer takes prior to, during, and following the purchase is the main focus. The virtual world has emerged as a result of the introduction, development, and use of information and communication technologies by the general public and corporate organizations. Using the web, a system that uses the internet to facilitate business communications and transactions, new forms of value creation have been created in this digital age, dismantling traditional business models (Kalakota and Robinson, 2000). The demand for social media has increased due to developments in digital services and infrastructure brought about by government regulatory frameworks and other initiatives, as well as the availability of low-cost, high-speed data, appropriate content, and mobile apps. Additionally, mobile devices have become more affordable and sophisticated (Duhan and Singh, 2013). In addition, social media has given users new and innovative virtual platforms to interact, communicate, socialize, discover new information, and stay up to date on concepts, ideas, and products that may be of interest to them when making decisions about what to buy. Consumer decision-making has changed in the social web era due to the introduction of new influences such as brand community discussions and online brand endorsements (Constantinides and Fountain, 2008; Edelman, 2010). Social networks assist consumers in making decisions and sharing information (Milovic, 2018). In recent times, there has been an unparalleled surge in consumer interactions due to the availability of various forms of user-generated content such as text, photographs, and videos, as well as the chance to interact with friends, make new ones, and discover emerging trends (Giannakos et al., 2013). Mostly, people use these kinds of media to browse through information available on online forums and stay up to date on the latest developments in companies and goods.

The Value Component In Education

Today’s axiology of education is one of the most challenging and underexplored issues in domestic science. One of the main problems of present philosophical debate is to comprehend the value component of education as a method for passing on or repassing on information to future generations (as well as completing knowledge to older age groups).

Morisot and Cassatt the Exploration of Female Identity in the 19th Century

This paper explores the limitations of church and social influence on women in Europe prior to the 19th century. The author argues that the decline of the domestic economy in the mid-18th century made domestic work more associated with women, leaving most women unable to pursue elite professions such as music, dance, and art. During this period, influenced by the patriarchal social concept, most women did not have the opportunity to pursue these industries, but spent a lot of time and energy in the family, becoming slaves to the family and children. However, the birth of Impressionism reduced the constraints and restrictions of the academic art style and promoted the rise of female artists in the 19th century. This paper will compare the themes, perspectives and self-cognition of the two artists, Berrit Morisot and Mary Cassatt, to show that under the influence of Enlightenment thought, the two artists integrated female identity and family into their painting career, but expressed their different identities.

Sensory and consumer science as a valuable tool to the development of quinoa-based food products: More than three decades of scientific evidence

Solutions are needed to address both hunger and the promotion of healthy and sustainable diets. Quinoa, a nutritious and sustainable Andean grain, is a versatile option for creating new foods. Over the years, several technological advancements have been made to include quinoa in various food products. However, there is still a need for solid scientific evidence on the impact of quinoa on the product's acceptance. To address this scientific knowledge gap, this work aims to analyze the scientific literature over the last three decades regarding the sensory and hedonic impact of adding quinoa to food products. To do so, bibliometric methods based on the Scopus and Annual Scientific Production databases were used. After selecting and screening using the PRISMA method, seventy-four articles from 1991 to 2024 were analyzed, identifying relationships between keywords in the analyzed studies, forming a co-occurrence and co-authorship network. Results showed that quinoa has great nutritional potential when added to different food products, but its instrumental and sensory properties are modified. The nine-point hedonic scale was used to measure product acceptability in 47% of the articles. Studies on bakery products have shown that increasing the concentration of quinoa in the product formulation decreases the acceptance of the final product in 67% of cases. It is recommended to include consumer demands from a sensory and hedonic perspective when developing new products. The scientific and industrial community is encouraged to develop new food products catering to a broader consumer range.

Мадридские комики и их влияние на испанскую культуру 60-80-х гг. XIX века

The paper examines the significance of the group of comedians led by F. Arderíus (Los bufos madrileños) for Spanish culture in the second half of the 19th century and the formation of a new type of the zarzuela as a genre of musical theater. The scientific novelty lies in the formulation of the research aim and research tasks within domestic science, as there is no single source on the topic in Russian-language literature. The author aims to generalize the contribution of the comedians to the development of the Spanish buffoonery genre. As a result of the research, it becomes possible to trace the evolution of the genre on Spanish soil and conclude that there is a significant resemblance to the “small zarzuela”. The popularity of the comedians’ performances contributed to the rapid flourishing of the chico genre in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Research on Disposal of Non-Performing Assets of Listed Companies

China's economic development is affected by adverse factors such as cyclical and structural adjustment of the domestic economy, but also by the sudden impact of the international political and economic environment, and the complex economic environment at home and abroad has greatly challenged the development of Chinese enterprises. The problem of non-performing assets is a prominent problem facing the high-quality development of China's economy. It requires both enterprises to regulate their own risks and asset management companies to properly and reasonably dispose of non-performing assets to prevent these assets from having an impact on systemic risks and then affecting other economies. Solving the problem of non-performing assets in a reasonable way can effectively deal with the non-performing assets, and then promote and prevent the further spread of the non-performing assets crisis of enterprises. This paper analyzes that the asset disposal mode of "stock plus bond" provides a reference for other NPL disposal methods, and helps other enterprises to dispose NPL efficiently. When dealing with non-performing assets, there are risks from debtors and creditors. To prevent and address these problems, detailed and precise asset-liability analysis, a well-developed restructuring plan, and enhanced collaboration between departments are required." The "equity plus bond" model combines the centralized disposal method of non-performing assets, which can effectively deal with these non-performing assets, better reduce risks and improve operations.

Building Family Interventions for Scalability and Impact.

Family nursing researchers are charged with addressing the conceptual and methodological underpinnings of family research when developing family-focused interventions. Step-by-step guidance is needed that integrates current science of intervention development with family science and helps researchers progress from foundational work to experimental work with policy integration. The purpose of this manuscript is to provide pragmatic, evidence-based guidance for advancing family intervention research from foundational work through efficacy testing. Guidance regarding the development of family interventions is presented using the first three of Sidani's five-stage method: (a) foundational work to understand the problem targeted for change; (b) intervention development and assessment of acceptability and feasibility; and (c) efficacy testing. Each stage of family intervention development is described in terms of process, design considerations, and policy and practice implications. Examples are included to emphasize the family lens. This manuscript provides guidance to family scientists for intervention development and implementation to advance family nursing science and inform policy.