Internal Aspects Research Articles

Attending to the Emotional Side of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) by Cultivating Positive Team Dynamics

Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) are becoming increasingly commonplace in America’s schools. As part of the school community, physical educators are positioned to add and receive value within PLCs. Given that school-based PLCs are driven by collaborative teams, reaching high performing status requires external supportive school structures coupled with internal positive team dynamics. A PLC can be an emotionally charged collective action formation with the potential to positively enhance teacher practice and student learning or, conversely, be hindered by adult drama. This paper focuses on and provides research-informed practical suggestions for addressing the internal team dynamics aspects of physical education PLCs (PE-PLCs). Drawing from team dynamics literature, this analysis unpacks and applies sub-constructs associated with team member attitudes, behaviors, and cognitions (ABCs) within a PE-PLC setting. Practical suggestions for enhancing ABCs within PLCs are provided.

Research on the Changes in Cultural Landscape of Tourist-Type Traditional Chinese Villages from the Perspective of Cultural Memory: Taking Anzhen Village in Chongqing as an Example

With the development of rural tourism, rural culture in China has suffered from development problems. Existing studies focus more on how to protect rural culture, ignoring the dynamic changes in rural culture. Therefore, cultural memory offers an important perspective to review the dynamic process of cultural changes. This paper uses the concept of cultural landscape to explore the changes in rural culture from the perspective of cultural memory. The research methods of historical data analysis and field investigation are used. The change process of the cultural landscape in Anzhen Village is explored. Firstly, the clan-style group life in the traditional human–land relationship is the germination of cultural memory. Secondly, typical Chongqing residential mansions become ways of spatial expression of the local cultural landscape. Thirdly, the group interpretation of the settlement landscape becomes the continuation of local memory. Fourthly, the migration of living settlements in the dual influence of modern transportation and administrative divisions is the deconstruction of local memory. Fifthly, the touristic reconstruction of the traditional cultural landscape is summarized as memory reconstruction. In addition, the factors affecting the changes in the cultural landscape are analyzed from both internal and external aspects. The discussion on the dynamic changes in the cultural landscape provides a theoretical and practical basis for the analysis, protection, and inheritance of rural culture.

Emotional Intelligence and Resilience Outcomes in Adolescent Period, is Knowledge Really Strength?

Adolescence is possibly the most difficult period of life, because it is the beginning of a series of changes in both the internal and external aspects of the body. For this reason, we all have a series of psychological mechanisms, resilience and emotional intelligence, which allow us to adapt to these periods of change. In this way, the present study aims to analyse through a systematic review the results obtained in different studies to better understand the current situation. The methodology used in the systematic review was PRISMA, covering a period of the last 10 years. The results obtained show that the selected studies show a strong relationship between resilience and emotional intelligence when there are adequate levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Therefore, it is necessary for young people to develop a series of internal mechanisms that act as protectors against the vicissitudes they may face in their lives, allowing them to fully adapt to the demands of the context.

The Role of Locus of Control and Resilience in Student Academic Achievement

This study aims to investigate the role of locus of control, resilience, gender, talent, on student academic achievement and the relationship between these variables. There were 550 students participated in the study who were grouped based on the focus locus of control both internally and externally. The research method used was factorial design analysis with the aim of investigating the correlation between locus of control variables, resilience, gender, IQ, and student academic achievement. Researchers used ANOVA to investigate the relationship between these variables. The results showed that the internal locus students had superior academic resilience and achievement than the external locus students. Students who focus on internal aspects (internal locus of control) are more resilient and better at overcoming difficulties. The female gender tends to have better resilience compared to males and intelligence or IQ greatly contributes to student resilience. In addition, student resilience also affects the ability to solve student academic challenges. The implication of this research is that teachers must develop resilience and internal focus during the learning process in order to obtain better academic achievement.

Food determinants and motivation factors impact on consumer behavior in Lebanon

Abstract The current study looks at a variety of factors that affect eating patterns. This is about internal and external aspects that lead to a thorough assessment of consumer behavior, with an emphasis on driving forces and obstacles that significantly affect each consumer’s food preferences. The information is based on questionnaire research of traditional and fiber food consumption as well as specific consumer purchasing behaviors. The results of the questionnaire survey were analyzed using qualitative aspects analysis and other statistical methods (ANOVA, t-test). The study’s goal is to provide comprehensive strategies that encourage and support the intake of nutritious meals, especially in light of how different food motivations and knowledge factors influence Lebanese consumer behavior. Based on the findings, individual eating motivation and its impact on consumers’ behavior in Lebanon when making food purchase decisions were found. Sources of potential influences include information, the social environment, and environmental variables. Processes like social learning influence the interplay between these components as well as food choices and eating habits. As a result, future programs to encourage healthy eating habits might profit by putting more of an emphasis on learning principles and food preferences when programs are implemented.

Effects of an external crisis: How internal communication influences employer brands

AbstractThis study explores how a major external crisis, like the COVID‐19 pandemic, affects employees' perception of their employers, as a result of changes in internal communication practices. A total of 3457 employees filled out a questionnaire on internal communication satisfaction and employer attractiveness; 1805 just before the first COVID‐19 outbreak in Europe and 1652 after the first outbreak. Multi‐group structural equation modelling was conducted to examine how the relationship between internal communication satisfaction and employer attractiveness changed as a result of the crisis. The effect of different internal communication aspects on employer attractiveness was altered. Horizontal communication remained only significant determinant of positive employer perception even after the crisis. Channels of internal communication and informal internal communication lost their significant influence on employer perception, whereas communication climate and level of available corporate information gained significant influence. This study elucidates how an external crisis alters the relationship between internal communication and employer branding and can help organizations optimize their communication strategies during and after a major crisis to retain and attract desired employees.

Granular Foveolae in the Groove of the Sigmoid Sinus: An Anatomical Study.

Background Granular foveolae in the groove of the sigmoid sinus have rarely been reported in the literature compared to numerous published reports on the granular foveolae near the superior sagittal sinus and its sulcus on the internal aspect of the calvaria. The present study was performed to better elucidate their prevalence and locations. Materials and methods One hundred and ten adult dry skulls (220 sides) were analyzed for the presence of granular foveolae within the groove of the sigmoid sinus. The exact position of the foveolae was documented, and the diameter of the granular foveola wasmeasured. Results Granular foveolae were found in the groove of the sigmoid sinus on 3.6% of the sides.These were at or within a mean of 1.3 cm inferior to the transverse-sigmoid junction. When a mastoid foramen was noted in the groove, it was always located inferior to the granular foveolae when present. The mean diameters of the granular foveolae of the left groove of the sigmoid sinus were 2.8 mm and 4 mm for the right grooves. The mean depth of the granular foveolae in the left groove of the sigmoid sinus was 2.7 mm and 3.5 mm for the right grooves.Granular foveolae were statistically larger and deeper on the right versus left sides (p<0.05). Conclusions Granular foveolae of the groove of the sigmoid sinus were identified most commonly on the right sides and 3.6% onall sides. If identified on medical imaging, these uncommon structures at the skull base should be considered normal anatomical variations.

DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY OF BAMBOO CRAFT HOME-SCALE INDUSTRIES USING DIAMOND PORTER MODELING AT MALUMBI VILAGE, KAMBERA DISTRICT, EASTERN OF SUMBA REGENCY

The existence of Malumbi Vilage as bamboo craft production area predicted has a chance to be developed. The aim of this study was treated the SWOT analysis against the bamboo craft business using SWOT matrix and Diamond Porter Modeling to determine the suitable strategy developing priority of the business. The results of scoring from internal aspect (IFE) showed that the bamboo craft business has strength from the skills of the craftsmans with score 0,36 and the weakness showed from the age of craftsmans, marketing targets and information acquisition with each scores showed 0,12.The total score of overall internal aspect (IFE) showed 2,79 higher than standard 2,5 mean that the bamboo craft business from Malumbi already success maintenancing the strength to handling the weakness side. While the scoring results from external aspects (EFE) of the bamboo craft has the prime opportunity from the continuity availiability of the raw materialswith score 0,46 while the main threats were the existence of competitors and the unstable of economical conditions with the score of each showed 0,35. score of overall external aspect (EFE) showed 2,88 higher than standard 2,5 mean that the bamboo craft business able to advantaging the opportunities to covering the threats. Based on total score of IFE 2,79 and EFE 2,88 then matching the scores using SWOT matrix and Diamond Porter Modeling then concluded that this bomboo craft business stay in middle level of external and internal conditions then in this condition the suitable strategies to applied was “Grow and Develop” strategy.

Gradual behaviour change towards meat reduction: Development and validation of a novel decisional balance scale

Meat reduction is gaining attention among consumers, marketers, policymakers and scientists. Yet little is known about decision-making processes and behaviour change towards meat reduction. This paper explores the applicability of the decisional balance (DB) framework to the field of meat reduction. A novel DB scale to measure the perceived importance of beliefs about meat reduction at different stages of behaviour change was developed and validated in two studies with German meat eaters. In Study 1 (N = 309), the item inventory was tested using an exploratory factor analysis and then validated in Study 2 (N = 809). The results yielded two higher-order DB factors (pros and cons), which were subdivided into five lower-order factors (perceived benefits of a plant-based diet, downsides of factory farming, health barriers, legitimation barriers and feasibility barriers). The pros and cons were summarised in a DB index. All DB factors and the DB index were tested for internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha ≥.70) and aspects of validity. The typical DB pattern of the pros and cons of behaviour change was confirmed: the cons outweighed the pros for consumers who did not intend to reduce meat consumption, while the pros outweighed the cons for consumers who intended to reduce meat consumption. The new DB scale for meat reduction has proven to be a suitable measure to gain insights into consumers' decision making and could be used to develop targeted meat reduction interventions.

Quranic Symbol and Its Impact on Abbasy's Poetry

Quran and its contents are the main sources for poets to derive their pictures and subjects. The writer aims at analysis Quranic symbols &amp; their appearance in Abbasy's poets, to conclude a kind of literary – analytic from the level of these symbols in Abbasy poetry. The main results of this research that is written according to analytic-descriptive method, reveal that most of these symbols been derived from Quran, don't overstep comparative aspects, because they have been plunged into poem and aren't resulting from poet experience, therefore they are insignificant from artistic point, but they have their historical &amp; religious &amp; cultural value, and they aren't consistent with the text&amp; its structure. That stems from clinging Abbasy poet to material aspects and external portraits that prevents him from Appling these symbols to express internal experiences, so that the Quranic symbols are more artistical than that of poetic pattern. There are few symbols that take internal aspect, &amp;reached the apogee in compliance with artistry aspects, especially in Ibn Alromi poems that most of them are confined to depict his suffering and his nation agony.

PDT Light Fluence Phantom Modeling of the Human Pleural Cavity: A Proof-of-Concept Pre-Clinical Study.

We have developed a novel scanning protocol for a life-sized human phantom model using handheld three-dimensional (3D) surface acquisition devices. This technology will be utilized to develop light fluence modeling of the internal pleural cavity space during Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) of malignant mesothelioma. The external aspect of the chest cavity phantom was prefabricated of a hardened synthetic polymer resembling ordinary human anatomy (pleural cavity space) and the internal aspect remained hollow without any characterizations. Both surfaces were layered with non-reflective adhesive paper to create non-uniformed surface topographies. These surface characteristics were established in randomized X-Y-Z coordinates ranging in dimensions from 1-15mm. This protocol utilized the handheld Occipital Scanner and the MEDIT i700. The Occipital device required a minimum scanner-to-surface distance of 24cm and the MEDIT device 1cm respectively. The external and internal aspects of the phantom model were successfully scanned acquiring digital measurements in actual value and converted into a digital image file. The initial surface rendering was acquired by the Occipital device and applied with proprietary software to guide the MEDIT device to fill voided areas. This protocol is accompanied by a visualization tool that allows for real-time inspection of surface acquisition in 2D and 3D. This scanning protocol can be utilized to scan the pleural cavity for real-time guidance for light fluence modeling during PDT, which will be expanded to ongoing clinical trials.

The Impact of Internal Control and Electronic Disclosure on the Electronic Auditing Risk in the Jordanian Industrial Public Shareholding Companies

Purpose: The aim of this study is to examine the possibility of the risk associated with electronic auditing by identifying the relationships between the various internal control aspects (control activities, control environment, monitoring, information and communications, and electronic disclosure) Theoretical framework: The Jordanian Industrial Public Shareholding Companies as other sectors, apply standards for internal audit that set by experts and electronic auditing using a new electronic technique that may affected by IC and ED. Design/methodology/approach: The descriptive statistics used to describe the electric questionnaire responses of the study sample using SPSS statistical analysis. The study population was made up of the finance department personnel and financial managers of the 45 public shareholding businesses, and 225 companies that were listed on the Amman Stock Exchange up until the end of December 2021. Findings: The results show that in Jordanian public shareholding businesses, risk assessment with its aspects (internal control and electronic disclosure) had a statistically significant influence on reducing audit risk in their dimensions (control risk, inherent risk, and discovery risk). In addition, the study determined that electronic disclosure had a statistically significant impact on lowering audit risk in Jordanian public shareholding corporations. Research, Practical &amp; Social implications: The implications for Practice of the adoption of electronic systems will raise the risks to the confidentiality and reliability of accounting data. This is the purpose of electronic auditing, since it decreases the possibility of misrepresentation and manipulation of accounting data provided electronically. Further study can involve many countries in the region so as the conducted results can be widespread and globalized. Originality/value: The study among the first highlighted the impact of internal control and electronic disclosure for the risk associated with the electronic auditing in the Jordanian Industrial Public Shareholding Companies.

Strategic engagement of business with Sustainable Development Goals: A systems thinking approach

AbstractPrivate companies seeking to heighten their social responsibility and reduce ecological impacts often lack practical approaches to discern high‐impact and cost‐effective changes. Deeper understanding of the interrelated economic, social, and ecological systems reflected in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) can enhance their ability to positively connect and influence both internal and external aspects of the integrated business and socio‐ecological system. Through an inductive study of three companies, this article demonstrates that systems thinking provides a valuable approach to help companies to understand and map the systems in which they operate, enabling them to expand their sustainability practices even as they address profit‐versus‐impact conflicts. We examine how strategic business goals and activities interplay with an organization's socio‐ecological system and thereby enhance business engagement with the SDGs. Our key contribution is a systems‐minded sustainable business framework using three processes: goal–purpose alignment, partnerships, and systemic interplay. We explain each company's sustainability efforts and their relative engagement with the SDGs as well as relative impact of such engagement on the company in return.

Study of Indonesian Vaccine Diplomacy at Bilateral, Regional, and Multilateral Levels to Overcome Covid-19 Pandemic

Indonesia has continued to carry out vaccine diplomacy since the Covid-19 pandemic emerged in early 2020. Vaccine diplomacy is considered important because vaccines are a crucial tool in dealing with the adverse effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. This study aimed to analyze how Indonesia’s vaccine diplomacy is carried out in the form of bilateral, regional, and multilateral cooperation to overcome the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition, the research also focused on the opportunities and challenges faced by Indonesia in making vaccine diplomacy (health diplomacy) to strengthen health security and national health independence. This research used a qualitative approach. The results showed various efforts made by Indonesia to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic at different levels, namely bilateral, regional, and multilateral. This is done by Indonesia to meet the supply of vaccines in an effort to create health security and national health independence. However, there are challenges in its implementation. Indonesia is still struggling against the COVID-19 pandemic, but also has an interest at the global level to actively participate in global health policies. Therefore, it is important for Indonesia to effectively coordinate with the various collaborations that have been established. In the implementation of Indonesia’s health diplomacy at the bilateral, regional and multilateral levels, it also creates opportunities for Indonesia’s economic recovery, where Indonesia can maximize the production of personal protective equipment. However, it needs to be a concern for Indonesia that in maximizing these commodities, various internal and external aspects must be considered so that effectiveness can be felt not only for Indonesia but also for destination countries.&#x0D; Keywords: vaccine diplomacy, bilateral, regional, multilateral, Covid-19

The application of structural equation model in psychological research

The application of structural equation model in psychological research

Development of Employability Scale for Students Seeking Employment at Meister High School

이 연구는 마이스터고등학교 취업희망자의 고용가능성 측정도구를 개발하고 타당화하는 것을 목적으로 한다. 이를 위해서 기존의 고용가능성과 관련한 선행연구들을 분석하여 고용가능성의 개념을 명확히하였다. 특히 기존의 선행연구에서 고용가능성의 구성요인으로 외부 환경적 요인을 포함시켜왔다. 그러나 이 연구에서는 고용가능성 그 자체의 정의를 고용능력과 자신감으로 개념화하고 외부 환경적 요인은 고용가능성의 구성요인이 아닌 선행요인으로 판단하였다. 고용가능성의 개념을 개인 내적 측면으로 개념화하고 고용능력과 고용자신감의 두 구인을 구성하였다. 그 후, 선행연구를 바탕으로 각 구인을 측정하고자 하는 문항의 속성을 구성하고 5문항, 4문항의 예비문항을 개발하였다. 개발된 예비문항을 기준으로 마이스터고등학교 취업희망자를 대상으로 예비조사와 본조사를 실시하였다. 예비조사와 본조사 결과를 바탕으로 탐색적 요인분석, 확인적 요인분석, 신뢰도 분석을 실시하였다. 분석 결과 측정도구의 타당성과 신뢰성이 확보된 것으로 나타났다. 이러한 연구결과를 바탕으로 향후 중등단계 직업교육 이수자를 대상으로하는 고용가능성 관련 연구의 필요성과 외부 환경적 요인을 제외한 고용가능성의 측정과 관련한 후속연구를 제언하였다.The purpose of this study is to develop and validate an employability scale for students seeking employment at Meister high school. To this end, the concept of Employability was clarified by analyzing previous studies related to employability. In previous studies, external environmental factors have been included as a component of employability. However, in this study, the definition of employability itself was conceptualized as employability and self-confidence, and external environmental factors were judged as antecedent factors rather than constituent factors of employability. The concept of employability was conceptualized as an internal aspect, and two constructs, employment competency and employment confidence, were constructed. Then, based on previous studies, the attributes of the items to be measured for each construct were constructed, and preliminary items of 5 and 4 items were developed. Based on the developed preliminary questions, a preliminary survey and a main survey were conducted for students seeking employment at Meister high school. Based on the preliminary and main survey results, exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, and reliability analysis were conducted. As a result of the analysis, it was found that the validity and reliability of the measurement tool were secured. Based on these research results, the need for future employability-related studies targeting secondary level vocational education graduates and follow-up studies related to the measurement of employability excluding external environmental factors were suggested.

Feasibility Study of Student Financing Startup Company for BRI Ventures Investments Study Case of: “Company A”

The problem faced by BRI Venture is to determine the feasibility of investing in Company A, a start-up in the student financing market in Indonesia. The valuation of start-ups in Indonesia is difficult, making it challenging for BRI Venture to assess the viability of the investment. This study aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the factors affecting Company A’s business, both internally and externally, in order to make an informed investment decision. The study focuses on three key research objectives: (1) to examine the macroeconomic and industry impact on Company A’s business by using Porter’s Five Forces model, PESTLE model, and market sizing; (2) to examine the internal aspects impacting Company A’s business by using the VRIO model; and (3) to determine the valuation of Company A by using the DCF and relative valuation methods. The findings of the study reveal that the Indonesian student financing market presents both opportunities and challenges. The PESTEL analysis highlights the increasing demand for student loans in Indonesia, creating growth opportunities for the industry. However, the Five Porter framework analysis highlights the intense competition, strong buyer bargaining power, and weak supplier bargaining power, which may make it difficult for new entrants to succeed. The VRIO Framework analysis suggests that Company A has a number of sources of sustained competitive advantage, including adaptable repayment terms, technological capabilities, and market position, indicating that Company A’s internal situation is strong. The Absolute Valuation and Relative Valuation results indicate that Company A valuation is between $59 million and $73 million. In conclusion, while the Indonesian student financing market presents a growth opportunity, BRI Venture must carefully consider the challenges and competition in the market before making an investment in Company A. The internal analysis of Company A suggests that it has a strong position in the market, with a range of assets and competencies that can offer a sustainable competitive advantage. The valuation results provide a range of potential equity stake that BRI Venture could ask for if an investment in Company A is made.

Analisis Rasio Profitabilitas dan Rasio Likuiditas Guna Menilai Kinerja Keuangan

This study aims to analyze the profitability ratios and liquidity ratios. Profitability ratios are calculated using ROA, ROE and ROI. And the liquidity ratio is calculated using the current ratio, cash ratio and quick ratio. Financial ratio analysis is an effective method for determining a company's financial performance, which includes both internal and external aspects, besides that financial analysis, serves to make a decision on a financial problem that occurs. So that there will be improvements in the performance of the future period. Based on the results of financial statement analysis, using Profitability Ratios and Liquidity Ratios, it was found that the Profitability and Liquidity ratios of Hotel Mira Wakatobi were still not good because they experienced fluctuations and decreased every year.

ДВА РЕЖИМА ПРОЦЕССА ОБУЧЕНИЯ УЗБЕКСКОМУ ЯЗЫКУ В ИГРОВОЙ ТЕХНОЛОГИИ

The importance of gaming technology in language learning is no secret. However, its effectiveness is determined by the relationship between the internal and external aspects of a given education. Scientists call it different things. The article describes the importance of these two modes in teaching the Uzbek language.Teaching the Uzbek language is carried out using two different approaches: teaching the Uzbek language in foreign language groups that have access to the language environment and teaching the Uzbek language as a foreign language. The article discusses the focus mode of both approaches in gaming technology. It is concluded that these modes affect the effectiveness of language education.

Influence of HR Competence and Organizational Culture on Employee Performance in the Regional Financial and Asset Board of Paser Regency

Today, employee performance is not only determined by organizational culture, but also competency skills. Speaking of institutional progress, the key internal aspect that must be developed is HR competency. Then, another internal pillar is the strategy to create a harmonious organizational culture climate. This paper serves to determine the causality between HR competence and organizational culture on employee performance. Quantitative models by path analysis are implemented to investigate direct as well as indirect linkages. The study motif focuses on a survey approach that digs up information about variable items to employees at the Regional Financial and Asset Board of Paser Regency. A total of 66 respondents were invited to be interviewed openly. The sample is sampling in nature, where the population size is &lt;100 informants. Supporting equipment uses questionnaires and documentation sessions. Empirical results found that HR competence and organizational culture have a significant effect on employee performance, where the statistical output explains that ρ &lt;0.05. Then, the SPSS output also concludes that HR competencies play a role in a pattern of significant linkages between HR competencies and employee performance (ρ &lt;0.05). Finally, this paper contributes to a theoretical and practical extension to the stakeholders. Expectations on the future agenda need to consider other elements outside the model discussed, which have implications for the performance of government officials.