Establishment Of Strategies Research Articles

Assessment of the impact of government support to technology business incubators in India

Empirical literature does not adequately throw light on the emergence of institutional intermediaries such as Technology Business Incubators (TBIs) in entrepreneurial ecosystems of emerging economies characterized by underdeveloped market infrastructure and limited private sector participation. The present study aims to understand the role and effectiveness of Government support for the promotion of TBIs in India. We conceptualize incubation support as occurring in two stages: first, the government allocates resources to create incubation infrastructure, followed by startups using the infrastructure and support for their own survival and scaling. A quantitative analysis is carried out based on secondary data on government support provided to 54 incubators in six better-developed states of India. We have carried out logistic regression analyses to analyze our key research objectives. Government support for the promotion of TBIs has led to significant infrastructure development, with a preference for university-based incubators (UBIs). The study makes two contributions: first, preferences attached in resource allocation are hindering the scaling of incubation support in the country. Second, different institutional strategies are required to maximize the creation and utilization of entrepreneurship support capacity, depending on the stage of development of the ecosystem.

Ethical Values for Future Leaders in Higher Learning Institutions in South Africa: A Cogent Scoping Review on Academic Jealousy

This review examines the critical importance of ethical values for future leaders in South African higher learning institutions, focusing on academic jealousy. Higher Education (HE) institutions play a pivotal role in shaping society; therefore, future leaders need a strong ethical foundation to navigate academic complexities. Academic jealousy, characterized by undermining peers due to envy, threatens academic integrity and progress. The authors conducted a desktop and literature study using a scoping review approach, emphasizing cognitive distortion variables contributing to academic envy and key global ethical leadership principles. The literature revealed the roots, manifestations, and detrimental impacts of academic jealousy on individuals and institutions. The review underscores the necessity of fostering a culture of ethical conduct, transparency, and mutual respect among academics. It advocates for leadership development programs prioritizing ethical training to cultivate leaders who are academically competent and morally grounded. The review concludes with strategies for HE institutions to address academic jealousy, promoting an ethical and collaborative academic environment, ultimately advancing South Africa's educational landscape.

Beyond Leveraging Institutional Data for Student Success: Challenging Whiteness in Institutional Research Practice and Strategies

Beyond Leveraging Institutional Data for Student Success: Challenging Whiteness in Institutional Research Practice and Strategies

Accounting Information System as a Means of Enhancing Financial Management in Educational Institutions: A Study on Sylhet Metropolitan City

The objective of this study is to evaluate how Accounting and Information Systems (AIS) enhance financial management practices in educational institutions. This project explores the role of AIS in enhancing the financial management practices of educational institutions. The study is descriptive in nature and employs a quantitative approach. Data were collected and analyzed to explore various factors associated with the performance of the accounting information system in these institutions. To this end, both primary and secondary data were utilized. This study is based on a sample of 60 employees working in different educational institutions within Sylhet Metropolitan City. Convenience sampling, a non-probability sampling method, was used to select the sample size. Collected data were reviewed and analyzed using SPSS 22. A semi-structured questionnaire with 11 variables was administered to collect data from respondents. Responses were measured on a 5 point Likert scale ranging from "strongly disagree" to "strongly agree." The study demonstrates the effectiveness of AIS implementation in optimizing financial processes within the institution. It also identifies integration opportunities within financial management to assess areas for improvement, evaluates challenges in the implementation and utilization of AIS, and reveals positive feedback from respondents. This study contributes to the existing body of knowledge by offering insights and recommendations that can inform future AIS implementation strategies in educational institutions. The ultimate aim of this paper is to improve financial decision-making processes and optimize resource allocation in educational institutions through the effective utilization of AIS.

Soft balancing in the regions: causes, characteristics and consequences

Abstract US decline and retrenchment is increasing the importance of regional dynamics across the international system. Over the past decade, International Relations scholars have described and conceptualized this development variously as ‘de-centred globalism’, a ‘multi-order world’, a ‘multiplex world’ or a multicultural ‘no one's world’, but the links between the regional and global levels and the roles and functions of regional institutions in power politics continue to be poorly understood. This special section uses the analytical lens of soft balancing—that is, attempts at restraining a threatening power through diplomatic and institutional delegitimation—to explore these links. Soft balancing has been used extensively to understand developments at the great power level, but its focus on diplomatic and institutional strategies holds considerable potential for explaining how rising powers, middle powers and smaller states seek to navigate the emerging international order. Contributors to the section discuss developments in the Indo-Pacific, central Asia, Europe and BRICS to answer questions such as: what are the characteristics of soft balancing in the regions? How do regional actors apply different soft balancing strategies? When and under what conditions will soft balancing strategies be effective? What is their impact on regional and global orders? This introduction offers an overview of soft balancing in theory and practice and their relevance to the world's regions.

What is the influence of psychosocial factors on artificial intelligence appropriation in college students?

BackgroundIn recent years, the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) has become increasingly relevant in various sectors, including higher education. This study investigates the psychosocial factors influencing AI adoption among Peruvian university students and uses an extended UTAUT2 model to examine various constructs that may impact AI acceptance and use.MethodThis study employed a quantitative approach with a survey-based design. A total of 482 students from public and private universities in Peru participated in the research. The study utilized partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyze the data and test the hypothesized relationships between the constructs.ResultsThe findings revealed that three out of the six hypothesized factors significantly influenced AI adoption among Peruvian university students. Performance expectancy (β = 0.274), social influence (β = 0.355), and AI learning self-efficacy (β = 0.431) were found to have significant positive effects on AI adoption. In contrast to expectations, ethical awareness, perceived playfulness, AI readiness and AI anxiety did not have significant impacts on AI appropriation in this context.ConclusionThis study highlights the importance of practical benefits, the social context, and self-confidence in the adoption of AI within Peruvian higher education. These findings contribute to the understanding of AI adoption in diverse educational settings and provide a framework for developing effective AI implementation strategies in higher education institutions. The results can guide universities and policymakers in creating targeted approaches to enhance AI adoption and integration in academic environments, focusing on demonstrating the practical value of AI, leveraging social networks, and building students’ confidence in their ability to learn and use AI technologies.

Driving Business Growth and Market Expansion: AI and Market Research Strategies in Financial Institutions and SMEs

This paper explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and market research strategies to drive business growth and market expansion in financial institutions and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It highlights the significance of AI technologies in enhancing data analysis, generating customer insights, and predicting market trends, which are crucial for informed decision-making. Specific AI and market research strategies tailored for financial institutions are discussed, demonstrating how these tools can improve decision-making, customer segmentation, and personalized marketing. The paper also delves into the benefits of AI and market research for SMEs, emphasizing cost-efficiency, market penetration, and competitive advantage. Despite SMEs’ challenges in adopting AI, such as limited resources and technical expertise, practical solutions like AI-as-a-Service platforms and strategic partnerships are proposed. The paper concludes with recommendations for financial institutions and SMEs to effectively leverage AI and market research, focusing on investment in AI technologies, workforce training, robust data security measures, and continuous monitoring and evaluation of AI systems. By embracing these strategies, financial institutions and SMEs can achieve sustainable business growth and maintain a competitive edge in the digital economy.

Mitigating the Digital Age Impact: Collaborative Strategies of State and Religious Institutions for Family Harmony in Indonesia

This research investigates the impact of information technology on family harmony in Indonesia, highlighting the increasing challenges for families characterized by rising divorce rates, domestic violence, and juvenile delinquency, exacerbated by social media, which is a form of information technology development. Through qualitative analysis using field research methods, this study reveals the urgent need for protective measures to safeguard families and children in the digital age. The results show a separate role for religious and state institutions in mitigating the impact of technological development. The research, therefore, emphasizes the importance of a collaborative role between state and religious institutions in mitigating these negative impacts by implementing comprehensive strategies that promote family education, strengthen moral values, and increase parental involvement. The findings advocate for solid policies and proactive institutional engagement to foster a supportive environment for families, ultimately aiming to cultivate a harmonious society amidst the complexities brought about by technological advancements.

INCLUSIVE LEARNING STRATEGY BASED ON COLLABORATION TO IMPROVE GROSS MOTOR SKILLS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD

The purpose of this study is to identify and implement effective collaboration-based inclusive learning strategies in improving gross motor skills in early childhood, and to evaluate their impact on children's physical development. The problems of this study include several important aspects, namely: limited implementation of inclusive learning strategies in PAUD institutions, lack of collaboration between teachers, parents, and professionals in developing children's gross motor skills, and minimal variation in learning activities that reduce children's physical activity which has an impact on gross motor development. This study uses a quantitative quasi-experimental. Pretest-posttest research design with (one-group pretest-posttest design). Research Object 20 students, Collaboration-based inclusive learning strategies have been proven effective in improving gross motor development in early childhood through a comprehensive approach. This strategy not only helps children's physical development, but also encourages their social-emotional development through positive interactions with peers, as well as building self-confidence and cooperation skills that are important for their overall development

Managing institutional multiplicity: a case of a bilateral development agency’s regional office

PurposeDrawing on institutionalism supplemented by a micro-political perspective, this study explores how a bilateral development agency’s (BDA’s) regional office manages institutional multiplicity, a situation where organisations are embedded into the institutional environments of their headquarters and multiple host countries.Design/methodology/approachI remotely conducted semi-structured in-depth interviews with 20 staff members of a BDA’s regional office in South-East Europe. Reflexive Thematic Analysis was used to analyse the interview data.FindingsTwo themes are developed. One is an institutional decomposition strategy. The subject office decomposes institutional multiplicity into more manageable multiple institutional dualities by deploying local representatives to host countries. The other is the division of duties to demonstrate legitimacy. The division designates who in the office demonstrate legitimacy in which institutional environment. These proactive actions by the office (i.e., the decomposition and the division) question the institutionalist assertion that external institutional conditions determine organisational behaviour.Research limitations/implicationsThe findings may not directly apply to other public sector organisations because BDAs’ overseas offices are “donors” for their host countries. In addition, themes developed in the context of South-East Europe may not be generalisable to other regions.Practical implicationsBDA staff members should understand that institutional decomposition through the deployment of local representatives is a rational strategy to deal with complex conditions of institutional multiplicity. They should also understand that experienced local representatives are required to achieve this strategy.Originality/valueThis is the first empirical study to examine how a public sector organisation’s regional office manages complex institutional multiplicity from a micro-macro combined perspective.

Regional Sustainable Economic Development, Territorial Asymmetry, and the Role of Institutions: a Case of Russia

The existing asymmetry in socio-economic regional development in the Russian Federation indicates the need to explore this issue within the context of sustainable development and institutional economics. This paper aims to analyse the content of the triune and cluster approaches in sustainable development, while incorporating the institutionalist perspective. The study emphasizes how formal and informal institutions, such as governance quality, legal frameworks, property rights, and social norms all play a critical role in shaping regional development outcomes. Institutional economics provides a framework for understanding the interaction between federal, regional, and local institutions and their impact on overcoming territorial disparities. Seen from the perspective of institutional economics, cluster approach is an enabler or a constraint to sustainable regional development because institutions which foster economic efficiency and social inclusivity are important for spurring more rapid growth. This paper broadens the conceptual analysis of strategies for sustainable development and their ability to take into account regional disproportions in Russia, by integrating institutional factors that make it clear how important both economic and institutional reforms are required for long-term sustainability at a region level. Using a bibliometric approach and VOSviewer software, this paper visualizes and analyses foundational contributions on sustainable development and clusterization in Russia, drawing on 105 publications indexed in the Web of Science (WoS) database. The co-occurrence maps and bibliometric networks elucidate thematic clusters and reveal insights into the interplay between institutional frameworks and sustainable regional development strategies. Our results suggest that the development of regions in Russia on sustainable and equal bases should not be only economic basis, as have demonstrated some other research, but consists of a whole integral institutional treatment containing an ensemble interweaving socio-economic-environmental policies. They are not just agents of economic growth but also important factors shaping the resilience and sustainability of regions. Thus, the key to overcoming territorial skewness is through robust institutional frameworks within each region to ensure that development policies are not only inclusive but also adapted to respond effectively with peculiarities of different territories.

Casos de Bullying entre Estudiantes de la Facultad de Humanidades y Ciencias de la Educación Pilar

This descriptive, non-experimental study addresses the phenomenon of bullying at the Faculty of Humanities and Education Sciences in Pilar during the year 2023, aiming to describe its characteristics, manifestations, and contexts of occurrence. Through surveys and interviews with students, professors, and administrative staff, different forms of bullying, such as cyberbullying, verbal aggression, and social exclusion, were identified. The results reveal that a large portion of students have either been victims or witnesses of bullying, with a significant prevalence of online aggression. Additionally, the study shows that both the physical and virtual environments of the faculty serve as spaces where these behaviors manifest, suggesting the need for more effective preventive policies. Although most respondents did not report a significant impact on their emotional or academic well-being, an important percentage indicated they were negatively affected. These findings highlight the importance of implementing comprehensive preventive measures and support for victims, as well as improving the perception of institutional actions against bullying. The study concludes that bullying in the university context is an issue that requires greater attention and strong institutional strategies to ensure a safer and more equitable academic environment

Enterprise architecture principles for higher education: Bridging technology and stakeholder goals

This review paper explores the critical role of Enterprise Architecture (EA) in higher education, focusing on its capacity to bridge the gap between technological advancements and stakeholder goals. It begins by outlining core EA principles, including alignment with institutional mission and vision, flexibility, stakeholder-centric design, security, privacy, and data-driven decision-making. The paper then addresses the significant challenges in implementing EA in higher education, such as organizational complexity, resistance to change, resource constraints, and technology integration issues. The paper proposes several strategies to overcome these challenges, including collaborative governance models, phased implementation approaches, continuous improvement processes, and professional development programs. The implications of adopting EA principles are discussed, highlighting the potential for enhanced efficiency, improved resource allocation, and increased institutional agility. The paper suggests future research directions, particularly in integrating emerging technologies and adapting EA frameworks to evolving educational models. This review underscores the importance of EA as a strategic tool for aligning technology with the goals and needs of higher education institutions. Keywords: Enterprise Architecture (EA), Higher Education, Stakeholder Goals, Technology Integration, Institutional Strategy.

Key directions for global higher education in the post-Covid era

The COVID-19 pandemic necessitated the adaptation of the educational process to the changing conditions. Efforts to stop the spread of the disease, including social distancing and self-isolation, led to the need to implement a new education model and develop effective communications in higher education, with the online educational process from March to April 2020. Platforms such as Discord, Google Meet, Zoom, Skype, and others were used for distance learning. Training for future doctors working in hospitals repurposed to treat COVID-19 patients was organised, including remotely. This rapid transition to distance learning significantly transformed modern higher education. This article explores the features and necessity of internationalising the higher education system as an integral component of the innovative development strategy of higher education institutions in post-COVID conditions. The transition of education to a qualitatively new level – the international online space – requires implementing new strategies and forms of learning. One such form is Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) programmes. The COIL model aims to integrate educational standards, structures, teaching styles, and academic calendars of different countries into the higher education system, thereby contributing to developing intercultural professional competencies. Collaborative international online learning programmes are designed to develop relationships between educational institutions and their partners within a comprehensive global engagement strategy. From the globalisation of the curriculum to building funding capacity and creating new projects in research, education, and experiential learning, these programmes engage students and faculty in international activities. The COIL model brings teachers and students worldwide to collaborate within academic disciplines and in an interdisciplinary field as part of a joint virtual project. To demonstrate the timeliness and adequacy of the higher education system's response in the post-COVID-19 pandemic, the article presents global experiences using the distance learning principle for teaching.

Faith in the Balance: ASEAN’s Quest for Religious Freedom Amidst Cultural Diversity

Abstract This article examines the challenges ASEAN countries face in safeguarding Freedom of Religion or Belief (FoRB) within diverse cultural contexts. Using a qualitative approach, it first reviews international and regional frameworks to explore how ASEAN nations balance FoRB commitments with national sovereignty, revealing tensions between global standards and regional autonomy. It then compares constitutional protections across ASEAN, identifying themes in shared principles and varied implementations. The analysis identifies concerns hampering FoRB, including state religion designations, conditional protections, and discrepancies between constitutional ideals and practice. Issues like state involvement in religious practices, challenges to pluralism in single-faith societies, and diverse institutional strategies for FoRB oversight underscore the complexities involved. These findings suggest that the effective preservation of FoRB requires a nuanced approach that honours national sovereignty while safeguarding individual liberties.

Dijital dönüşüm sürecinde alternatif uyuşmazlık çözüm yollarında yeni yaklaşımlar

In today's age of digital transformation, transferring information and documents from physical environments to digital domains aims to effectively reach wider audiences, increase business volume, and ensure sustainability. In tracking alternative dispute resolution methods, which affect citizens, judicial personnel, and all elements of the justice system, it is crucial to align the existing structure with economic, cultural, and legal systems through institutional digitalisation strategies and innovative approaches, dependent on developments in information technologies. Given traditional judicial processes' slowness, inefficiency, and high costs, the need to restructure the digitalisation processes associated with alternative dispute resolution methods is undeniable. This study will examine the digitalisation process and the necessity of revising the existing judicial system in line with technological developments, specifically within alternative dispute resolution methods. By leveraging the innovations, developments, and transformations brought by the digital age, new approaches to digital transformation have been developed, with an e-government infrastructure designed to appeal to all segments of society, aiming to make alternative dispute resolution methods more accessible and efficient in both social and individual contexts, adapting to the changes brought by advances in information technology. Our study consists of an introduction followed by three main sections. The first section discusses digitalisation in general; the second focuses on the concept of e-government and the development of the e-government system; and the third examines digital approaches in alternative dispute resolution methods, particularly in digital arbitration, digital mediation, and digital conciliation. The study concludes with a section presenting the opinions and recommendations we have reached based on our national and international literature research, focusing on practical issues.

Enterprise content management in cultural heritage institutions: A study of Sharjah landscape, United Arab Emirates

This study examines the landscape of digital content management within heritage institutions in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates. It aims to evaluate the state, characteristics, and roles of these processes in preserving and promoting cultural heritage in the digital sphere. Utilizing a descriptive analytical approach, the research employs a checklist as the primary data collection instrument to investigate existing policies, plans, systems, and projects. Findings highlight the absence of formalized content management strategies in most institutions, which rely on unwritten, tacit policies. This lack of structured frameworks adversely impacts communication, operational performance, service delivery, and the long-term sustainability of their work. The study underscores the need for institutions to develop clear, written strategies and policies for digital content management and to conduct regular evaluations using metrics such as stakeholder feedback, statistics, and surveys. As the first study of its kind in the UAE, it provides a foundational understanding of digital content management practices in heritage institutions and offers actionable recommendations for policy and strategy development. The findings are expected to shape future practices, fostering improved digital preservation and accessibility of cultural heritage.

Adapting the HSE-MS Indicator Tool for Academia: A Psychometric Evaluation of the Academic Teacher Stress Indicator Tool in Italian.

The assessment of work-related stress is mandatory in Italy, according to Legislative Decree 81/2008. The Academic Teacher Stress Indicator Tool (ATS-IT) was developed to address stress in academic teaching staff by adapting the Health and Safety Executive Management Standards Indicator Tool (HSE-MS IT). An online ATS-IT survey was administered to all teaching staff at the University of Trieste, yielding 334 valid responses. The survey also included a measure of psychosomatic complaints and demographic questions. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was performed to test the six-factor structure, and reliability was assessed using Cronbach's alpha. CFA confirmed an excellent fit for the six-factor structure (CFI = .99; TLI = .99; RMSEA = .034). Reliability analysis mainly showed acceptable values (Cronbach's α ranging from .66 to .91). Significant gender differences were found in the Demands and Control scales, with additional differences based on age and academic role across multiple scales. The ATIS-IT scales were significantly intercorrelated and negatively correlated with psychosomatic complaints. The ATS-IT demonstrates good potential as a valid and reliable instrument for assessing work-related stress among Italian academic teaching staff. Its use can facilitate better stress management and intervention strategies in educational institutions.

Environmental and Institutional Support: A Study of English Language Education in Pesantren Settings

This research investigates how the pesantren environment shapes students' motivation and attitudes toward learning English and suggests strategies to improve English education in these institutions. The study employed a qualitative approach, involving eight English language teachers from pesantren schools in Cirebon and nearby regions, selected via a distributed teacher data form.The results highlight that students' motivation and attitudes are significantly influenced by institutional support, well-structured programs, and teacher-student collaboration, rather than whether the pesantren is categorized as modern or semi-modern. Pesantrens that foster immersive English environments and implement clear programs show higher levels of student motivation. Conversely, a lack of structured support contributes to disengagement. This study concludes that robust institutional strategies and collaborative efforts are pivotal for advancing English education in pesantren, offering insights into improving religious-based learning contexts.

Integrating Citizen Experiences in Cultural Heritage Archives with a Linked Non-Open Data Hub

This article explores and presents innovative methods and technologies for supporting citizen curation of cultural heritage. Relevant outcomes of the Social Participation, Cohesion and Inclusion through Cultural Engagement (SPICE) project are presented, focusing on enhancing the state of content management and delivery strategies in museums and memory institutions. We argue that citizen curation requires a principled way of managing and integrating citizen responses, contributions and dataflows in the domain of cultural heritage, raising challenges and opportunities such as integration of distributed and diverse data sources, authoritativeness, interdependence, privacy, data reuse and rights management. The solution is a Linked Data Hub (LDH), which integrates museum collections and user-generated content and repurposes them to end-user systems tailored to specific use cases for citizens and museum practitioners. Such LDH must be non-open , by offering an approach that gives citizens and organisations, such as museums or engagement agencies, meaningful control over their data by implementing user-tailored policies and negotiated access and terms of use. Additionally, our solution addresses privacy violations in user-contributed content by offering a near-real-time content monitoring framework. We present the LDH discussing pilot applications within the EU-funded project SPICE, including ‘Deep Viewpoints’, which currently supports the Irish Museum of Modern Art (IMMA) in citizen curation activities. Overall, this article serves as a critical milestone in closing functional gaps and advancing the state of technology in managing citizen responses and contributions in the cultural heritage domain.