Practical Interpretation Research Articles

JLT-Gespräch: Die Praxis der Literaturtheorie

Abstract JLT Talks offers a new format for discussing current topics in the field of literary theory. It was inspired by the focus of this special issue, which foregrounds the practice of literary theory. Although the amount of praxeological work has increased in recent years, there are only a few studies that deal specifically with literary theory. The participants in the discussion – Eva Geulen, Steffen Martus, and Carlos Spoerhase – explore the challenges facing a practical analysis of literary theory. They discuss what it might mean to move from the concept of theory to the concept of theorizing, and where the expected advantages and possible deficits of a praxeological approach and reconstruction of theorizing might lie. One focus is put on the questions of how theorizing can be conceptualized, which indicators are to be assumed, to what extent it differs from other practices in literary studies, and which forms and norms of theorizing should be analysed praxeologically. The discussion outlines a spectrum of theorizing practices, ranging from the establishment and implementation of ›grand theories‹ and the theoretical reflection of conceptual foundations to smaller-scale practices, such as abstraction and generalization. In addition, the analytical view of the activities and claims associated with ›theory‹ is distinguished from literary theorists’ self-reflection (self-understanding). Various features are discussed which indicate practices of theorizing, including abstracting, generalizing, explaining and disciplining scientific exchange. In addition, the discussants consider to what extent there are different ›degrees‹ of theorizing, and emphasize the need to distinguish between theory as a result and theory as an activity or process. As proposed, theorizing can be understood as an activity that shapes processes of literary research as a whole and is determined by the subject matter. It becomes clear that practices of theorizing should not be viewed in isolation, but rather in their interplay with other practices, especially practices of interpretation. Further questions that are addressed include the following: What do ›grand theories‹ with general explanatory claims such as deconstruction or systems theory achieve, and to what extent have they changed literary studies? How can theorizing be better conveyed in university teaching? The ›standard‹ approach – reading theoretical texts, deriving methodological consequences from them, and applying them to literary texts – is considered to be inadequate. Instead, in teaching, stronger emphasis should be put on theorizing as an intellectual and collaborative activity. This could be achieved by integrating practices of trial and error into the teaching of theory. The advantage of a theoretical orientation, in the sense of abstraction as well as the generalization of problems and statements, is undisputed, especially with regard to communication and exchange with the international academic community: a common theoretical basis seems to promote international exchange, while facilitating interdisciplinarity. Nevertheless, the question arises as to whether there is a certain ›level of theory‹ that guarantees international and interdisciplinary connectivity. What costs are associated with a specific level of generalization? To what extent is the development of abstract ›grand theories‹ driven by a striving for symbolic capital? Finally, the notorious question of the material required for a comprehensive praxeological analysis of theorizing is addressed.

Practice and confidence in electrocardiogram interpretation among ICU nurses: A cross-sectional study

ObjectivesThis study aimed to determine practice and confidence in electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation among intensive care unit (ICU) nurses in Fujian Province, China, and identify predictors of ECG interpretation practice. Research methodology/designA quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted between October 2021 and December 2021 among 357 respondents. SettingConducted online at twenty-one hospitals in all nine cities of Fujian Province. Main outcome measuresPurposive and convenient sampling techniques were employed in selecting hospitals and respondents, respectively. A validated and pre-tested Chinese version of the questionnaire was used in data collection. We conducted binary logistic regression to identify the predictors of ICU nurses’ ECG interpretation practice, and linear regression to analyze the relationship between ECG interpretation practice and confidence. We considered statistically significant a p-value < 0.05. ResultsThe practice mean score of the respondents was 5.54 (SD = 2.26) out of 10 points, and only 2.2 % of nurses correctly interpreted all the patient ECG strips. Few ICU nurses (25.5 %) had good ECG interpretation practice, with a confidence mean score of 2.02 (SD = 0.99) out of 4 points in their overall ability to interpret patient ECG strips. Currently working unit in comparison to cardiac ICU (emergency ICU: AOR = 5.71, 95 % CI: 1.84–17.75); previous ECG training (AOR = 2.02, 95 % CI: 1.10–3.70); source of ECG training (university/school) (AOR = 2.02, 95 % CI: 1.12–3.65); and ECG knowledge (AOR = 16.18, 95 % CI: 7.43–35.25) were significantly associated with the ECG interpretation practice. ConclusionsICU nurses’ ECG interpretation practice in the current study was relatively poor. An ECG education program is recommended to impart ICU nurses with basic ECG knowledge for enhancing good ECG interpretation practice and confidence in nursing care provision. Implications for clinical practiceGood ECG interpretation skills are paramount among ICU nurses for better patient outcomes. ECG knowledge among ICU nurses is an important predictor of effective ECG monitoring for cardiac arrhythmias. Therefore, frequent, continuouszgood practice and boost confidence in the provision of quality nursing care.

Virtual histology based on 3D X-ray microscopy imaging for non-destructive age-at-death estimation of incinerated teeth from the Tophet of Motya (Sicily, 6th century BC)

The reconstruction of infant biological history and mortality profiles provides biocultural insights into adulthood morbidity, maternal health, parental caregiving practices, and social dynamics. However, interpreting biological data from cremated infant remains in archaeological contexts can be challenging due to their often poor preservation and potential biases. Tophets, sanctuaries for distinct burial of cremated infant remains present in several Phoenician-Punic colonies in the Mediterranean area, offer an ideal case study. This study presents the first virtual histology performed in X-ray Microscopy-based imaging (XRM) on a sample of crowns of cremated deciduous teeth from the Tophet of Motya (Sicily, 6th century BC). The observation of the Neonatal Line (NL) in enamel tissue offers important informations on the community demographic profile, age-at-death classes and life-histories of the buried individuals. Results are consistent with previous studies on other human remains found in the main Tophets in Mediterranean basin and highlight the importance of using non-invasive techniques to collect and analyse data that are useful for the interpretation of newborns and infants burial practices.

Development of 18F-Fluoromisonidazole Hypoxia PET/CT Diagnostic Interpretation Criteria and Validation of Interreader Reliability, Reproducibility, and Performance.

Tumor hypoxia, an integral biomarker to guide radiotherapy, can be imaged with 18F-fluoromisonidazole (18F-FMISO) hypoxia PET. One major obstacle to its broader application is the lack of standardized interpretation criteria. We sought to develop and validate practical interpretation criteria and a dedicated training protocol for nuclear medicine physicians to interpret 18F-FMISO hypoxia PET. Methods: We randomly selected 123 patients with human papillomavirus-positive oropharyngeal cancer enrolled in a phase II trial who underwent 123 18F-FDG PET/CT and 134 18F-FMISO PET/CT scans. Four independent nuclear medicine physicians with no 18F-FMISO experience read the scans. Interpretation by a fifth nuclear medicine physician with over 2 decades of 18F-FMISO experience was the reference standard. Performance was evaluated after initial instruction and subsequent dedicated training. Scans were considered positive for hypoxia by visual assessment if 18F-FMISO uptake was greater than floor-of-mouth uptake. Additionally, SUVmax was determined to evaluate whether quantitative assessment using tumor-to-background ratios could be helpful to define hypoxia positivity. Results: Visual assessment produced a mean sensitivity and specificity of 77.3% and 80.9%, with fair interreader agreement (κ = 0.34), after initial instruction. After dedicated training, mean sensitivity and specificity improved to 97.6% and 86.9%, with almost perfect agreement (κ = 0.86). Quantitative assessment with an estimated best SUVmax ratio threshold of more than 1.2 to define hypoxia positivity produced a mean sensitivity and specificity of 56.8% and 95.9%, respectively, with substantial interreader agreement (κ = 0.66), after initial instruction. After dedicated training, mean sensitivity improved to 89.6% whereas mean specificity remained high at 95.3%, with near-perfect interreader agreement (κ = 0.86). Conclusion: Nuclear medicine physicians without 18F-FMISO hypoxia PET reading experience demonstrate much improved interreader agreement with dedicated training using specific interpretation criteria.

New horizons in prediction modelling using machine learning in older people's healthcare research.

Machine learning (ML) and prediction modelling have become increasingly influential in healthcare, providing critical insights and supporting clinical decisions, particularly in the age of big data. This paper serves as an introductory guide for health researchers and readers interested in prediction modelling and explores how these technologies support clinical decisions, particularly with big data, and covers all aspects of the development, assessment and reporting of a model using ML. The paper starts with the importance of prediction modelling for precision medicine. It outlines different types of prediction and machine learning approaches, including supervised, unsupervised and semi-supervised learning, and provides an overview of popular algorithms for various outcomes and settings. It also introduces key theoretical ML concepts. The importance of data quality, preprocessing and unbiased model performance evaluation is highlighted. Concepts of apparent, internal and external validation will be introduced along with metrics for discrimination and calibration for different types of outcomes. Additionally, the paper addresses model interpretation, fairness and implementation in clinical practice. Finally, the paper provides recommendations for reporting and identifies common pitfalls in prediction modelling and machine learning. The aim of the paper is to help readers understand and critically evaluate research papers that present ML models and to serve as a first guide for developing, assessing and implementing their own.

Psychiatrist's opinion as a premise for legal termination of pregnancy.

The article presents the provisions currently in force in Polish legislation regarding legal termination of pregnancy. In particular, it refers to the premise of a psychiatrist's decision that the health of a pregnant woman is at risk. Under Polish law, termination of pregnancy is generally prohibited and penalized. However, there are two exceptions to this prohibition. Such a procedure is permitted if: the pregnancy poses a threat to the life or health of the pregnant woman, or if there is a reasonable suspicion that the pregnancy was the result of a prohibited act. The text presents an overview of the relevant regulations and tips on their interpretation and application in everyday medical practice. This issue is particularly important for psychiatrists consulting maternity wards. In addition, the most important mental disorders related to pregnancy and childbirth are described. The clinical features and prevalence of perinatal mood disorders and psychoses are presented. The issue of suicide among pregnant and postpartum patients was also discussed. A sample certificate template was proposed, and guidelines were discussed as to what information and conclusions should be included in the opinion of a psychiatrist.

IMAGE-BASED YOLOV4 ARCHITECTURE FOR DETECTING MINERAL IN SEDIMENTARY ROCKS THIN SECTION

Thin section analysis of sedimentary rocks is the basis for identifying minerals and textures. In general, quantitative analysis of thin sections of rock often requires many hours of work when done manually. In today's era, mineralogical interpretation and percentage calculations must be carried out automatically using more practical applications. The research method begins with the identification of 44 thin section samples in parallel plane polarized (PPL) and crossed polarized (XPL) conditions with thin section analysis then mineralogy detection is carried out using a computational approach, namely the use of image-based Deep Learning YoloV4 architecture with 2D RGB image objects from the thin section of sedimentary rock. The results of this study show the best values of Average Precision in Quartz, Feldspar, and lithic are 39.21% in the XPL model, 26.53% in the XPL model, and 15.75% in combined mode, according to the training and testing of YoloV4 Models for the identification of rock minerals in thin sections. Based on the complexity of the mineral types, the granularity of the detection, and the specific geological objectives, establishing a meaningful benchmark or baseline for comparison is always challenging. Additionally, consider discussing the trade-offs between precision and recall, as a higher precision may be more critical in some geological applications. It is expected that the application of this research can produce practical, fast and accurate interpretation of the determination of minerals in sedimentary rocks from all thin-section images of rocks and thus provide a complete understanding of geological views automatically.

Effectiveness of Capacity Building Programme on Competency of Electrocardiogram (ECG) Interpretation Among Critical Care Nurses

This study investigates the effects of a capacity-building programme on the competency of ECG interpretation among critical care nurses. Electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation is a fundamental clinical skill essential for the rapid diagnosis of potentially life-threatening conditions. Misinterpretation of ECGs can result in inappropriate clinical decisions, leading to adverse patient outcomes. This study, conducted at a tertiary care hospital with over 1600 beds and six fully equipped intensive care units, aimed to improve the knowledge and practice of ECG interpretation among nurses frequently recording ECGs. A quantitative quasi-experimental study was conducted with 100 nurses selected using non-probability purposive sampling. Pre-test and post-test assessments were used to evaluate knowledge and practice, and data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. The results showed that the study group had significantly higher post-test knowledge and practice scores compared to the control group, with a strong positive correlation between knowledge and practice scores. The findings highlight the importance of continuous education and training for healthcare professionals.

Machine Learning for the Identification of Key Predictors to Bayley Outcomes: A Preterm Cohort Study.

The aim of this study was to understand how neurological development of preterm infants can be predicted at earlier stages and explore the possibility of applying personalized approaches. Our study included a cohort of 64 preterm infants, between 24 and 34 weeks of gestation. Linear and nonlinear models were used to evaluate feature predictability to Bayley outcomes at the corrected age of 2 years. The outcomes were classified into motor, language, cognitive, and socio-emotional categories. Pediatricians' opinions about the predictability of the same features were compared with machine learning. According to our linear analysis sepsis, brain MRI findings and Apgar score at 5th minute were predictive for cognitive, Amiel-Tison neurological assessment at 12 months of corrected age for motor, while sepsis was predictive for socio-emotional outcome. None of the features were predictive for language outcome. Based on the machine learning analysis, sepsis was the key predictor for cognitive and motor outcome. For language outcome, gestational age, duration of hospitalization, and Apgar score at 5th minute were predictive, while for socio-emotional, gestational age, sepsis, and duration of hospitalization were predictive. Pediatricians' opinions were that cardiopulmonary resuscitation is the key predictor for cognitive, motor, and socio-emotional, but gestational age for language outcome. The application of machine learning in predicting neurodevelopmental outcomes of preterm infants represents a significant advancement in neonatal care. The integration of machine learning models with clinical workflows requires ongoing education and collaboration between data scientists and healthcare professionals to ensure the models' practical applicability and interpretability.

'Athletes', 'Talents', and 'Players': Conceptual Distinctions and Considerations for Researchers and Practitioners.

A clearer understanding of, and tighter boundaries between, terms are important for researchers designing studies as well as for other sport stakeholders creating evidence-informed policies. This article considers the terms 'athlete', 'talent', and 'player' from psychological and sociocultural perspectives and in different sporting communities to highlight the importance of terminological clarity in sport research. We present considerations to clarify the use of these terms within different contexts and how the use of specific terms may affect knowledge mobilization in diverse sporting populations. A conceptual discussion is provided to help operationalize development-related terminology and its associated stages, to better reflect contemporary academic thought, and enhance practical interpretations. Importantly, we also call for greater transparency from researchers when presenting findings and encourage practitioners to clearly define key terms when working in sport. Our intention in this paper is to energize readers to consider how we use language in athlete identification and development contexts, to stimulate deeper thought and discourse around the possible implications these terms may have at any point of an individual's development in sport. Greater deliberation, identification, and acknowledgment of the drawbacks accompanying these terms will be needed before more confident assertions can be made on how researchers and practitioners could (or even should) implement certain terminology across youth sport contexts moving forward. This paper adds to a growing literature on the importance of clarity in terminology and acts as an impetus for those working in specific sports to co-design key terms used by researchers, practitioners, and policy makers.

Embracing Global and Local

The paper explores cases of immigrant/expatriate game developers (“game expats”) in Finland, focusing on the influence of global platforms and local game development practices. Results from qualitatively analyzing longitudinal interview transcripts (n=64) collected from 2020 to 2023 indicate that the migration of game expats is inherently bound to globally shared and fast-changing game development tools and platforms (e.g., shared game engines, publishing channels). Thus, an individual’s digital compatibility with global technical practices positively affects the motivation to migrate. Meanwhile, countries and companies each have different ways of implementing game development practices into work (e.g., different terminology, prioritization). The individuals’ ability to adapt to such local interpretations of practices positively affects settlement and motivation to stay. However, despite the pluralistic nature of game development — of both global and local factor’s influence — the incidents of cultural encounters and tryouts were often perceived as a risk amongst game developers. This negative perception leads to game expats’ assimilation and self-exploitative work attitudes. Therefore, the paper calls for a joint effort of industrial and societal game ecosystem stakeholders to encourage cultural competence and tolerance in the ecosystem to nurture sustainable talent pools and inclusive game work environments.

The Practice of Interpretation of As-Sa'di And Muhammad Ali Ash-Shabuni (A Comparative Study of Q.S. Al-Baqarah/2: 284-286)

This study contains the specialty of the closing of surah al-Baqarah verses 284-286. The last verse of the closing of al-Baqarah in addition to having a message in its content, it also has its own impression for Muslims. This verse is often read during zhikr, tahlil, and often also read when finished praying. This study uses two books of tafsir, namely tafsir as-Sa'di by as-Sa'di and tafsir Shafwatut Tafasir by Muhammad Ali Ash-Shabuni. Of these two books of interpretation, when viewed from the systematics of interpretation has a difference. As-Sa'di interprets the verses one by one. While ash-Shabuni interprets by grouping these three verses, but there is a cut in verse 285 with 286, but ash- Shabuni does not bring up the theme of the group of verses. In the interpretation of as -Sa'di he interpreted by bringing up the aspect ofbalaghahn only, while in the interpretation ofash-Shabuni, he brought up munasabah, lughah, asbabun nuzul, tafsir, balaghah and faidah in his interpretation. In this case, the author is interested in further discussing these two books of interpretation related to Q.S. Al-Baqarah: 284-286 by looking at the interpretation practices carried out by as-Sa'di and Ali-Ash-Shabuni with the title Interpretation of As-Sa'di and 'Ali Ash-Shabuni. This study uses literature research method on the book Tafsir al-Karim al-Rahman fi Tafsir Kalam al-Manan by as-Sa'di and tafsir Shafwatut Tafasir by Muhammad Ali Ash-Shabuni. As-Sa'di and Ali Ash-Shabuni both explain the aspect of balaghah in their tafsir. In addition, As-Sa'di and Ali Ash-Shabuni also both explain the aspect ofmunasabah verse. When viewed from the difference, tafsir Sa'adi interprets the verse very concisely and short. In contrast to Ali Ash- Shabuni in tafsir Shafwatut Tafasir, the explanation of the meaning is ijmali and tahlili at once. Ali Ash-Shabuni also explains the munasabah of the verse, lughah, asbabun nuzul, tafsir balaghah and its faidah.

Knowledge, practice, and factors associated with electrocardiography interpretation among nurses working in adult emergency and critical care units at selected governmental hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2023: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundElectrocardiography (ECG) is a noninvasive diagnostic method used to examine electrical and muscular cardiac activity. It is usually the first-line diagnostic tool for patients with chest pain. Late recognition of electrocardiography abnormalities can cause in-hospital cardiac arrest, further complicate care, increase the cost of health care, and prolong admission. Hence, the objective of this study was to determine the knowledge, practice, and associated factors of nurses regarding the interpretation of electrocardiography.MethodsA cross-sectional study was carried out on 334 nurses working at randomly selected public hospitals from March 06, 2023, to April 05, 2023. Since our study populations were less than the calculated sample size, all nurses who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were included. The collected data were coded and cleaned using EpiData version 4.2 and analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. Both bivariate and multivariate logistic regression was run to find an association between dependent and independent variables. Odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence levels were used to measure the strength of associations.ResultsA total of 334 nurses responded to the survey, yielding a 93% response rate. Only 15.4% and 9% of them had satisfactory knowledge and good practice, respectively. Nurses who had 2–4 years of experience in the current unit were 3.13 times more likely (AOR = 3.13 (1.23, 7.92) to have sufficient knowledge. Nurses working in cardiac care units were 3.45 times more likely to have good practices than those working in intensive care units (AOR = 3.45 (1.02, 13.73)).ConclusionThe study revealed that educational qualifications, in-service training, and current working units were significantly associated with nurses’ knowledge and practice of electrocardiography interpretation. The concerned body must provide continuous on-the-job training related to ECG interpretation to all nurses working in adult emergency and critical care unit.

Development of an Inquiry-Based Social Complexity Science Pocketbook to Enhance Elementary Students’ Critical Thinking Skills

This research problem begins with the results of a needs analysis of students. The research aims to produce a product in the form of a science pocket book based on Inquiry Social Complexity that is valid, practical and effective in order to improve students’ critical thinking skills. The type of research used Research and Development (R&amp;D), following the ADDIE model with five stages: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The population of this studied consists of fifth-grade students from SD Rayon II, Sidomulyo District. The sample was determined used Cluster Random Sampling, aligned with the research objectives. Data collection tools included valid and reliable test instruments. The validation results of the Inquiry-Based Social Complexity Science pocketbook, developed by the researchers, theoretically confirmed its feasibility, with an Aiken’s V analysis yielding an average of 0.87, falling into the “Very Valid” category. Science pocket book product based on Inquiry Social Complexity which was developed to be practical in its application in the classroom. The results of the practicality assessment on educators’ responses had a holistic average score of 88.04 with a very practical interpretation and student responses had a holistic average score of 87.77 with a very practical interpretation. The data analysis technique employed an independent t-test. The calculation result was 0.009, which was less than 0.05. It is indicating a significant difference between the pre-test and post-use of the product in the class groups. This shows that the pocket book used is effective in improving students’ critical thinking skills.

The Representation of Children and Society in Chinese Fifth Generation Cinema: A Test of Semiotics in Film Interpretation

In the exploration of the representation of children and the influence stemming from the dominant ideology in Chinese cinema, I attempt to conduct this research using “semiotics”. The method in question is pretty useful in mirroring the meanings of my chosen stills from the Fifth Generation cinema and is able to set up some linkages with the social environment. The mainstream semiology works in the aspect of single elements and the social semiotics is in operation in the arena of interactive meaning-making among components as a whole. The Syntagmatic comparison keeps track of any slight changes happened to the children, the props serve as the signifiers of interpersonal relationships and power relations, the metaphor between the Tiananmen Square and the class in power acts as a shared code to take into account the external environment. However, semiotics is too dependent on the interpretative practice, and will not be strong enough without the participation of existing theories and Foucaultian analysis to take into account the particular historical discourse and power relations.

Reliability and Interrater Agreement: Development and Validation of a Universal Values in Sport Instrument

Universal values are one of the greatest aspects that can still be obtained through various sporting activities. Therefore, it is necessary to re-emphasize how this aspect can be assessed. This research aims to develop and test the validity of an instrument measuring universal values in sport, which includes five dimensions. With this instrument, it can later be used by physical education teachers in schools to find out the impact of learning carried out in relation to universal values. This is a descriptive review of inter-rater agreement and inter-rater reliability indices. It outlines the practical application and interpretation of these indices in research. The inter-rater agreement index assesses the extent of the responses of 7 expert raters. The data on agreement between raters and the reliability index were then processed to determine the validity and reliability results of the universal values in sports instrument being developed. The results of the research explain that the average validity value of each dimension was tested and the following results were obtained: Ethics and Morals (0.784), Knowledge and Understanding (0.805), Social (0.825), Psychological (0.855), and Leadership and Organization (0.835). The total reliability value of the five dimensions is 0.990, which shows a very high level of consistency and stability of this instrument. These results indicate that the instrument developed has strong reliability and validity in measuring various aspects of universal values in sports, so that it can be used effectively to support character building and skills development through sports activities. Keywords: Development, validation, interrater, reliability agreement, instruments, universal values.

Azerbaijani TV Viewers' Practices of Watching Turkish Television Programs In The Context of Cultural Studies: Turkish Culture And Tourism

The aim of present study is to explore the reception processes of Azerbaijani viewers’ of television channels broadcasting from Turkey within the framework of Cultural Studies pertaining to Turkish culture and tourism. Employing the audience-centered reception approach within the tradition of Cultural Studies, this study examines the reception patterns exhibited by participants residing in diverse cities in Azerbaijan who watch Turkish television programs. Four separate focus group interviews involving a total of 36 participants were conducted to investigate the dominant, negotiated, and oppositional styles of perception prevalent in audience reception research, thereby gathering data on the interpretive practices and reception behaviors of Azerbaijani viewers regarding the content they consume. The findings were thematically synthesized to elucidate the viewers’ reception styles. Consequently, the research indicates that diverse television content is interpreted by the audience through various reception frameworks concerning Turkish culture and tourism incentives. It was observed that Azerbaijani viewers, watch a broad spectrum of Turkish television programs, engage in understanding Turkish culture, with the majority of participants demonstrating a propensity towards dominant interpretations.

Violence Under The Regulation Of The New Criminal Code Of The Republic Of Armenia

Considering that the definition “violence” received a new interpretation in the new RA Criminal Code, which entered into force on July 1, 2022, it became necessary to consider the content of this definition and the possibility of its application within the framework of the Аrticles of the Special Part of the RA Criminal Code. This issue has become more relevant due to the differences in the interpretation of the definition “violence” enshrined in Article 3 of the RA Criminal Code, and the term previously given by the RA Court of Cassation on November 1, 2012 in the criminal case ԱՐԴ/0176/01/11 in relation to Arevik and Tsovinar Sahakyan: especially since practice not only accepted the position of the indicated RA Court of Cassation and widely applied it. As a result of the comprehensive analysis carried out in this context, implementing the goals of this study, recommendations of both a legislative and practice were presented. It is undeniable that intentional physical influence on another person against his/her will or regardless his/her will, or causing him/her physical harm in this way is considered violence, however, this definition doesn’t completely solve the issues posed by the RA Criminal Code, and doesn’t satisfy the requirements of certain Articles of the Special Part of the RA Criminal Code. Consequently, on the basis of the presented recommendations, it will be possible not only to clarify the existing confusion that arises between the analyzed definitions, but also, by applying the presented interpretations in practice, to form a judicial-investigative practice that will comply with legislative norms and is based on the principles of law. The article examines the problem of the definition “violence” of practical and theoretical significance, based on which the article can be useful to both theorists and practitioners. The presented comments can be effective for formulating further decisions of the RA Court of Cassation, as well as for specialists carrying out legislative activities.

Conflict management: a practical case, analysis, interpretation and resolution

Conflict management: a practical case, analysis, interpretation and resolution

Enhancing smart home interaction through multimodal command disambiguation

AbstractSmart speakers are entering our homes and enriching the connected ecosystem already present in them. Home inhabitants can use those to execute relatively simple commands, e.g., turning a lamp on. Their capabilities to interpret more complex and ambiguous commands (e.g., make this room warmer) are limited, if not absent. Large language models (LLMs) can offer creative and viable solutions to enable a practical and user-acceptable interpretation of such ambiguous commands. This paper introduces an interactive disambiguation approach that integrates visual and textual cues with natural language commands. After contextualizing the approach with a use case, we test it in an experiment where users are prompted to select the appropriate cue (an image or a textual description) to clarify ambiguous commands, thereby refining the accuracy of the system’s interpretations. Outcomes from the study indicate that the disambiguation system produces responses well-aligned with user intentions, and that participants found the textual descriptions slightly more effective. Finally, interviews reveal heightened satisfaction with the smart-home system when engaging with the proposed disambiguation approach.