Melting Pot Research Articles

Young adult migrants' social experiences in Sweden: ‘Melting pot’ and ‘salad bowl’ perspectives on social integration

AbstractFramed within the social constructionist interpretive phenomenological approach, I explore the perceptions and social experiences of two Arab girls living in Sweden. A phenomenological interpretive analysis was used to examine the unstructured in‐depth interviews. The research focuses on the migrants' perceptions of social integration framed as a ‘melting pot’ to a ‘salad bowl’ integration. The ‘melting pot’ is a metaphor for assimilationists' perspectives on integration which means melting down into a new identity while losing oneself. This was expressed as submission, drawing a line of ‘differences’ between ‘successful’ and ‘unsuccessful’ integration. Contrary, ‘salad bowl’ is a metaphor for social integration as a process of creating and nurturing social connections that lead to co‐existence with trust, reciprocity, and a sense of belonging. I present a two‐fold argument connecting social resilience and social integration as the foundation of migrants' social experiences in the host country: (1) the visibility of migrants as ‘beings’ rather than ‘becomings’ should guide the pragmatic approach to integration; and (2) the social and political space for migrants should include their voices and engagement in right‐based policies, as well as a shared sense of responsibilities, connectedness, and co‐existence.

The Role of Social Media in Facilitating Immigrant Integration into American Society

The United States, a melting pot of cultures and ethnicities, faces the ongoing challenge of integrating a diverse population of immigrants into its communities. Recent studies highlight the pivotal role of social media in this integration process, yet there remains a gap in understanding how social media usage correlates with the broader spectrum of immigrant integration. This research explores the impact of social media on facilitating essential aspects of integration for immigrants, such as language acquisition, cultural adaptation, and the development of social networks. Through an in-depth analysis, this study illustrates the critical role social media plays in helping immigrants navigate and assimilate into American society, offering insights into its potential as a tool for fostering community connections and cultural competency. The findings suggest that social media is not just a platform for socializing but a significant facilitator of the integration process, providing immigrants with the resources and support needed to become active, engaged members of their new communities.

University students’ metaphors for Canadian multiculturalism: Diverse perceptions

AbstractThis study investigated the beliefs of university students at a university in Canada regarding multiculturalism and multicultural society, through examining the metaphors they use to talk about these concepts. We interviewed 50 students about their perceptions and experiences of multiculturalism in Canada and then asked them to explain their choice of metaphors. Many of the metaphors could be grouped under more general metaphor themes, such as a multicultural society is a varied multicomponent piece of art/craft (comprising, e.g., mosaic and tapestry metaphors) and multicultural society is a container to mix things (comprising, e.g., melting pot and salad bowl metaphors). According to the literature, the former theme is compatible with the view that multiculturalism involves integration while preserving diversity, whereas the latter is associated with the notion of assimilation. Canadian students appeared to be more inclined than international students to use the (positive) varied multicomponent piece of art/craft theme relative to the other metaphors in the total data set. The interview data also revealed marked differences among participants as regards their awareness of metaphor but prompting them to reflect on their choice of metaphors often had an awareness‐raising effect.

MOOCs: Determinants of Enrolment and Completion Rate among Learners of Higher Education Institutions in India

Aims: The advancement and integration of technology in education made a dramatic change in the landscape of the teaching-learning process. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) as one of the emerging trends in education removed the barriers of time, space, and pace throughout the world. Diverse lifelong learners irrespective of social, cultural, economic, age and gender identity are participating in the melting pot of MOOC. This study aimed to explore the present landscape of the participation and completion rate in MOOCs by learners from formal educational institutions in the eastern part of India specifically in West Bengal. The research also aimed to identify the underlying causes of the present landscape.
 Place and Duration of Study: The study was conducted among the learners who enrolled in different programs in different Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) during the end of 2023.
 Methodology: A self-administered questionnaire in Google Forms was used to collect data from the learners. A total 298 samples have been collected. Collected data have been analyzed by descriptive statistics, independent samples ‘t’ test, ANOVA using SPSS and MS Excel.
 Results: The study depicted poor enrolment as well as completion rates in MOOCs among the learners. Lack of awareness and huge pressure on the present curriculum were the main factors behind non-enrolment. SWAYAM was the most popular MOOC platform among the students of West Bengal. Attaining knowledge, enhancing skills, and earning certificates were the main intentions of the students who enrolled in MOOCs. Lack of time, affordability, in-person proctored examination, non-cooperation of facilitators, length of courses, and uninteresting discussion forum were the major constraints to completing the MOOCs for the enrolled learners.
 Conclusion: Organizing awareness-building programs, institutional policy framing, and incorporating a credit transfer system into enrolled courses may be emphasized as immediate initiatives for re-thinking the present opportunities and challenges in higher education.

Progression from carriage to bloodstream infection and fatality by different Enterobacterales species, carbapenemases and host settings: deciphering the melting pot.

Progression from carriage to bloodstream infection and fatality by different Enterobacterales species, carbapenemases and host settings: deciphering the melting pot.

Cognatic portrait of the indigenous languages of Tabuk City, Kalinga, Philippines

Tabuk City in Kalinga, Philippines is a melting pot of diverse ethnolinguistic groups. Kalinga alone is known for its unique 46 ethnic groups, which include nine (9) in the locale of Tabuk City - Biga, Culminga, Dallak, Ga’dang, Guilayon, Malbong, Minanga, Nanong, and Tobog. Observations tell that these indigenous languages profess similarities that members of these groups do understand each other though they make use of their own indigenous language. 
 Hence, the study aimed to portray the linguistic cognates among the indigenous languages in Tabuk City, Kalinga. Specifically, the study found that there are cognates among the indigenous languages in Tabuk City as to lexical, morphological, and syntactic features. As to lexical features, there are cognates in the categories of counting numbers, pronouns, body parts, living things, and non-living things. On morphological features, there are cognates as to word formation processes, while as to syntactic features, cognates are found in the resemblances in sentence structures among the identified indigenous languages. Significantly, the study provides reference material for Mother-tongue teachers in teaching indigenous languages.
 Finally, the study illustrates in a cognate map that Malbong, Nanong, Minanga, and Tobog indigenous languages denote higher resemblances as compared to the cognates among Biga, Culminga, Dallak, Guilayon, and Ga’dang.

Human resources challenges in global health organizations: Managing a diverse and dispersed workforce

In the dynamic landscape of global health organizations, Human Resources (HR) faces unique challenges in managing a diverse and dispersed workforce. This review explores the multifaceted issues that HR professionals encounter while navigating the intricacies of global health settings. One of the foremost challenges is the diversity inherent in the workforce of global health organizations. These entities often bring together professionals from diverse cultural, educational, and professional backgrounds, creating a melting pot of perspectives and approaches. HR must devise strategies to foster inclusivity, address cultural differences, and promote effective communication to harness the collective strength of this diverse talent pool. Furthermore, the dispersed nature of global health organizations presents a logistical challenge for HR management. With teams spread across different geographic locations, time zones, and cultural contexts, coordinating and integrating human resources practices becomes inherently complex. Virtual collaboration tools and innovative communication strategies become imperative to bridge the geographical gaps and create a cohesive organizational culture. Managing talent retention and development in such a context becomes crucial. HR professionals need to design policies and programs that cater to the professional growth and well-being of employees regardless of their physical location. This involves implementing virtual training programs, mentorship initiatives, and performance evaluation systems that transcend geographical boundaries. Moreover, compliance with local and international labor laws adds another layer of complexity to HR management in global health organizations. Navigating the legal landscape and ensuring adherence to diverse regulatory frameworks require a nuanced approach and continuous monitoring. Human Resources faces a myriad of challenges in global health organizations, from fostering diversity and inclusion to navigating the complexities of a dispersed workforce. Successfully addressing these challenges demands a strategic and adaptive HR approach, leveraging technology, cultural sensitivity, and innovative practices to create a unified and thriving global health workforce.

Migration- A Threat to Human Security in Assam

Migration is a common phenomenon in the whole world. Most factors that led to migration of people from one place to another are due to climate change, in search of job opportunities, peace and security, education purposes etc. In the same way in case of Assam also we have noticing the same factors which attract the people from neighbouring countries to this land. Assam had been the melting pot of many ethnic groups and also received many migrated groups from the distant past. Till today the migration process is going on. But time by time it is also seen that some conflicts arouse among the migrated and the indigenous people of Assam. Therefore it is to be noticed that whether these migration has caused disturbance to the indigenous people or not? Whether indigenous people have accepted the migrated people heartily? What is the status of migration in Assam today? All these questions come to our mind when we think of migration in Assam’s context. All these aspects will be discussed in this paper. In actual sense influx of large number of people into Assam has led to many problems which are sometimes due to scarcity of land or sometimes due to some other factors. People of Assam are insecure in their own land. Therefore it is very important to be aware of this. This paper aims to study the different aspects of migration that disturbed the human security in Assam and tries to highlight how migration can be a threat to Assam’s peace and security.

Notarial Management and Technology: Evaluation of Legal Certainty in Intestate Succession Procedures in Peru

Purpose: The central purpose of the research is to explore and determine how the intestate succession process influences legal security in Peruvian notaries' offices. Although the theoretical framework is not explicitly stated, it can be inferred that it focuses on notarial management, legality, and legal security, as well as the intersection of technology and data science with law.
  
 Theoretical framework: The importance of notarial management, legality and legal certainty in intestate succession proceedings is mentioned, as well as the relevance of technology and data science in the legal field.
  
 Design / methodology / approach: In terms of design and methodology, the research is applied and has been carried out through a non-experimental design, specifically cross-sectional, descriptive, and correlational. A total of 30 lawyers have been surveyed, exploring the variables intestate succession process and legal certainty.
  
 Results: The results indicate that both variables are regular, with 63% each, and a strong positive correlation between them was identified, with a Spearman's Rho of 81.5% and a p-value of 0.001, which allows us to accept the alternative hypothesis.
  
 Research, practical and social implications: From a practical and social perspective, the research underlines the critical importance of meticulous and efficient notarial management, which not only protects clients' rights, but also ensures fair redress in case of inconvenience, weaving a blanket of legal security around all parties involved. We envision a future in which technology and data science intertwine with law, creating predictive models and automated systems that optimize notarial processes and anticipate potential problems in probate proceedings.
  
 Originality / value: In terms of originality and value, the research stands out not only for illuminating the correlation between intestate succession procedures and legal certainty, but also for highlighting the need for meticulous and efficient notarial management. Moreover, it opens a window to a horizon where technology and data science merge with law, and where academia becomes a melting pot for future legal professionals, linking academic knowledge with society through didactic material and online learning platforms, illuminating the nooks and crannies of probate law and empowering the public.

The Scottish Melting Pot – Social Media, Politics, Scotland and Online Violence Against Women

In an increasingly digital Scotland, it is easy to think that generation equal has been achieved. Women make up almost 50% of MSPs at Holyrood, and Scotland has recently had the first woman First Minister. But, increasingly women in public and political life are being put off, turning away, and seeking to leave elected office because of the toll of social media abuse amounting to online violence against women. This paper will explore the concept of online violence against women (OVAW) in the context of women in politics and public life, and against the backdrop of Scottish society. It discusses the challenges, and obstacles of OVAW in Scottish political contexts, not least because of the impact that has been imposed on politically active and prominent women in Scotland. Finally, this paper explores whether the melting pot of misogyny, tempered by a new women-led political class, and facilitated by digital technologies is too much of an ask for women who are already shouldering the expectations and hopes of Scottish society.

Notarial Management and Technology: Evaluation of legal certainty in intestate succession procedures in Peru

Purpose: The central purpose of the research is to explore and determine how the intestate succession process influences legal security in Peruvian notaries' offices. Although the theoretical framework is not explicitly stated, it can be inferred that it focuses on notarial management, legality, and legal security, as well as the intersection of technology and data science with law.   Theoretical framework: The importance of notarial management, legality and legal certainty in intestate succession proceedings is mentioned, as well as the relevance of technology and data science in the legal field.   Design / methodology / approach: In terms of design and methodology, the research is applied and has been carried out through a non-experimental design, specifically cross-sectional, descriptive, and correlational. A total of 30 lawyers have been surveyed, exploring the variables intestate succession process and legal certainty.   Results: The results indicate that both variables are regular, with 63% each, and a strong positive correlation between them was identified, with a Spearman's Rho of 81.5% and a p-value of 0.001, which allows us to accept the alternative hypothesis.   Research, practical and social implications: From a practical and social perspective, the research underlines the critical importance of meticulous and efficient notarial management, which not only protects clients' rights, but also ensures fair redress in case of inconvenience, weaving a blanket of legal security around all parties involved. We envision a future in which technology and data science intertwine with law, creating predictive models and automated systems that optimize notarial processes and anticipate potential problems in probate proceedings.   Originality / value: In terms of originality and value, the research stands out not only for illuminating the correlation between intestate succession procedures and legal certainty, but also for highlighting the need for meticulous and efficient notarial management. Moreover, it opens a window to a horizon where technology and data science merge with law, and where academia becomes a melting pot for future legal professionals, linking academic knowledge with society through didactic material and online learning platforms, illuminating the nooks and crannies of probate law and empowering the public.

Controlling thermal emission with metasurfaces and its applications

Abstract Thermal emission caused by the thermal motion of the charged particles is commonly broadband, un-polarized, and incoherent, like a melting pot of electromagnetic waves, which makes it unsuitable for infrared applications in many cases requiring specific thermal emission properties. Metasurfaces, characterized by two-dimensional subwavelength artificial nanostructures, have been extensively investigated for their flexibility in tuning optical properties, which provide an ideal platform for shaping thermal emission. Recently, remarkable progress was achieved not only in tuning thermal emission in multiple degrees of freedom, such as wavelength, polarization, radiation angle, coherence, and so on but also in applications of compact and integrated optical devices. Here, we review the recent advances in the regulation of thermal emission through metasurfaces and corresponding infrared applications, such as infrared sensing, radiative cooling, and thermophotovoltaic devices.

The colonialism of the Modern Movement and the post‐USSR reaction in Central Asia

AbstractPolitical scientists and historians often credit the intangible heritage of language for the development or manufacturing of national identities. By controlling language through printing and media, it is possible to impose a common identity representing a political, diplomatic, and economic unity. This paper aims to illuminate the often‐unstated influences of urban and architectural language on the impact of cultural production, and to show how modernist syntax and vocabulary were hijacked into a colonial system through the control of the urban fabric, as an attempt to displace primary identity markers such as empire and religion. However, the socialist ideals of the Modern Movement that developed in the USSR after World War I, were a critical tangible component in this melting pot. At time of its ratification of the World Heritage Convention, the USSR did not nominate any properties in Central Asia, perhaps as a reaction against local identities. An exception was Itchan Kala which was nominated for inclusion as an “open‐air city museum.” ICOMOS in its evaluation of the long‐term risks involved in transferring all the settlement and artisanal areas beyond its borders, warned that Itchan Kala would become a dead city with the local population cast into the role of “benign traditionalists” (ICOMOS, Evaluation of the Nomination – Historic Centre of Itchan‐kala, Khiva. Paris: ICOMOS, 1990, 39). Following the fall of the Soviet Union, the entire Russian bloc faced issues arising from changing values and renewed identities, the speed of change and active vestiges of the past. The post‐USSR reaction in Central Asia was through a regenerated Timurid narrative in the inscription of World Heritage properties in Uzbekistan, particularly in Shakhrisyabz, Bukhara, and Samarkand. The shift from an emphasis on architectural monuments toward a broader recognition of the social, cultural, and economic processes in the conservation of urban values comes together with the need for integrative sustainable development. This is matched by a drive to adapt existing leftover planning policies from the Soviet regime by creating new tools to address this postcolonial national vision.

THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE IN THE GULF: A LINGUA FRANCA REDEFINING IDENTITY AND OPPORTUNITY

The Arabian Peninsula's Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations present a captivating case study in the rise and multifaceted roles of English as a global lingua franca. Beyond its undeniable presence in commerce, education, and communication, English permeates nearly every facet of life in the region, shaping cultural landscapes, influencing societal perspectives, and sparking complex dialogues about identity and opportunity. This research dives deep into the intricate tapestry of English in the Gulf, unravelling its historical emergence, diverse applications, and the interplay between global influence and local adaptation. Examining the historical undercurrents, we trace the roots of English to colonial interactions and subsequent economic booms fuelled by oil wealth. The influx of foreign workers created a multilingual melting pot, fostering the language's integration into business, administration, and social spheres. The paper then delves into the educational landscape, where English sits at the heart of curriculum modernization and global aspirations. Its dominance, while unlocking doors to international scholarships and academic advancement, raises concerns about linguistic hierarchies and potential marginalization of local languages.

Molecular mechanism of antimicrobial co-resistance Colistin (mcr-1) and ESBLs genes among Escherichia coli isolates from commercial chickens in Pakistan.

Emergence of plasmid mediated colistin and extended spectrum β-lactamases (ESBL) resistant genes has been impacted the efficacy of colistin and β-lactams drugs like 3rd, 4th generation cephalosporin. Current study was aimed to investigate antimicrobial resistance genes (ARGs) among Escherichia coli isolates from meat producing commercial broilers in Pakistan. Two hundred (n=200) fecal samples were collected during January-2018 to August-2019. For isolation of E. coli, pink colonies on MacConkey agar were transferred to EMB agar. Metallic sheen color colonies were tested biochemically using API-20E kit. The molecular identification of E. coli (n=153) was targeted by amplification of uid gene through polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and different ARGs i.e. gentamicin, streptomycin, tetracycline, colistin, β-lactams drugs, quinolone and ampicillin followed by sequence analysis. Genotypically, followed by phenotypically of resistant ARGs of isolated PCR-confirmed E. coli (153) shoed resistant against gentamicin (aac(3)-IV), streptomycin (aadA1), tetracycline (tetA), colistine (mcr-1), ampicillin (bla-TEM) and bla-CTX-M were 86%, 88%, 86%, 88%, 83% & 77% respectively. 33/38 (86%) of the isolate was positive for quinolone resistance. Colistine (mcr-1), ESBLs (bla-TEM) and (bla-CTX-M) resistance genes were 88%, 83% and 77% respectively. About 33 isolated E. coli harbored the both mcr-1 and ESBLs genes. All of E. coli isolates were found sensitive to ceftriaxone (CTX-30) and imipenem (IMP-10). The Isolated E. coli showed single or multi clade decadency. The E. coli and ARGs sequences showed single or multi clade decadency. This is first comprehensive study from Pakistan that described the molecular evidences of ARGs and their co-existence in single isolates originated from commercial poultry. Commercial chicken (Broilers) can act as melting pot of antibiotic resistance genes for human being. It is alarming situation for surveillance of antibiotic resistance program because of more regulated prescription of antimicrobial agents in Pakistan.

Resisting fascism: The Argentine Junta de la Victoria and its president, 1941-1955

Created in 1941, the Junta de la Victoria (Victory Board, JV) was a Popular Front movement that supplied the Allies. It attracted about 45,000 diverse women throughout Argentina. The JV challenged local fascism by modelling a genuine democracy based on pluralism, intersectional solidarity, freedom, and women's political incorporation. Members created ties across social differences. The JV's promotion of multiculturalism facilitated a shift from the Argentine ideal of a melting pot to one of ethnic diversity. Its president, Ana Rosa Schlieper, seemed an unlikely resistance fighter. Initially her main identities were those of wife, philanthropist, and upper-class socialite. Her whiteness, beauty, and charm enhanced her prestige. In the mid-1930s Schlieper added antifascist and feminist to her intertwined identities. Seizing power in 1943, military officers suppressed the JV, seeing it as a communist organisation. Some Argentine and U. S. officials accused Schlieper of being a communist dupe, although she was loyal to the democratic centrist Radical party. Under populist president Juan Perón (1946-1955), her class and political identities became liabilities. Peronist hegemony and fear of being identified with an anti-Peronist and leftist group obliterated the public memory of Schlieper and the JV until recently.

Workplace Diversity and Organisational Performance in Selected Distilleries Firms in Southwest, Nigeria

the increasing effect orchestrated by the advent of globalisation has necessitated more forms of interactions from individuals from different background, culture, and sexual orientations. On a broader term, corporate organisations globally now prioritises being more culturally diverse, and high level of multiculturalism in their workforces. This is due to the distinction reflected herein as compared to what was in vogue during the traditional era of work. In this regard, an investigation from the nigerian perspective become necessary; therefore, this study analysed workplace diversity from the paradigm of organisational performance using selected distilleries firms in ogun state, which is one of the long-standing commercial hubs in nigeria. The theories, which underpinned this study, were similarity/attraction theory and social identity theory. The study population was seven hundred and forty-two personnel from five (5) selected firms and a sampling frame of two hundred and forty-nine (249) employees was drawn using the multistage sampling approach. It was revealed in the findings that cultural diversity has an effect on adaptive performance (r2=0.931<0.5) and age diversity significantly share a nexus with task performance (r2 = 0.812, < 0.05). The study concluded that the practicing diversity is a catalyst for enhancing a strong relationship among employees within an organization. As it affords them become more proactive and improve their creativity and skills. Thus, study recommended that management of distilleries firms in south-western nigeria should develop structures that are supportive in the facilitation of managing diversity through the engagement of melting pot pattern.

American Literary Noir?: Donald E. Westlake’s Ordo

ABSTRACT Donald E. Westlake’s novella Ordo (1977) does not exhibit most of the traits usually associated with literary noir, yet Jean-Patrick Manchette who coined the term néo-polar (neo-detective story) chose it for translation into French for a Rivages edition of 1995. Presumably he did so because the text addresses a complex ontological issue related to the American “melting pot” paradigm of identity and the Hollywood subculture of simulacra. Protagonist Ordo Tupikos wrestles with the conundrum of how Estelle Anlic, to whom he was briefly married in 1958, actually became Dawn Devayne, touted in tabloids as “The World’s Next Sex Goddess.” In the course of an extended visit with the film star in Los Angeles, Tupikos discovers the rhizomatic nature of the American Dream—namely, self-invention—a theme that harks back to F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby (1925).

What could the Railway teach us about Progress?

Propelled by steel, charcoal and steam the railway once carried the story of progress and the rise of the developed modern society. While the orient express nurtured a vivid, mythical aura during more than a hundred years, it seems like future stories about the railway mainly gravitate around hyperloops and increased speed. How come the narratives around railways have become so futile? How come imaginaries about progress have got stuck? With the help of critical imagination and the method of design fiction, this article will set out on an imaginary journey to re-storying the future railway and discuss how this could help us rethink progress. Alternative paths will be explored that allow room for stories depicting train rides in slower paces and complex rhythms and materials, a rich melting pot for diverse and vivid sub-cultures, bottom up grassroot services, experimental sharing cultures, touring theater companies, maker movements, and new citizen-driven cooperatives.

Modalidades de recepción plautina en los productos dramáticos audiovisuales: recepción directa, mediada y subterránea

This article offers a typology of modalities of reception based on the criteria of activity, (in) mediatedness and awareness, which aims to explain the presence of scenes and motifs with Plautinian parallels in the audiovisual dramatic products of the popular culture of our time: sitcoms, soap operas, quality drama… In some cases, a conscious reception, either direct or mediated, can be recognised. In many others, however, we are faced with possible cases of unconscious mediated reception, in which Plautinian materials, detached from their context and deprived of their authorial pedigree, seem to have become independent ingredients in the melting pot of the Western comic tradition, giving rise, so to speak, to an unconscious and subterranean Plautinian reception.