Collaborative Product Research Articles

Education Research and Policy: A Commentary on Jabbar and Menashy’s “Economic Imperialism in Education Research: A Conceptual Review”

In light of recent suggestions by Jabbar and Menashy that economics has colonized other social sciences and influenced the way policymakers enact education reforms, I examine the question whether economic imperialism warps education policy. For many reasons, I find the hypothesis unrealistic. It ignores that the term “economic imperialism” implies that there is a deliberate or concerted attempt among economists to subjugate other social scientists. It is weakened by the acceptance and enduring application of economic theory in law, psychology, corporate finance, sociology, healthcare, and so on. And it erodes one of the pillars upon which the academy rests: the collaborative production of knowledge which requires interactions and exchanges. I contest the claim that economics has taken over other disciplines and undermined the education reform process. I disagree that an overreliance on economic theory suffuses policymaking, and I find it hard to believe that by focusing primarily on economic outcomes, policymakers disregard other important aims of education. The hypothesis that the preponderance of economics in education policy is attributable to its usefulness is intrinsically realistic and avoids all undue antagonisms.

Evaluation of Determining the Best Product Promotion Media Decisions for MSMEs with ROC Ranking Technique and SAW Ranking Method

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) face challenges in determining effective promotional media to increase sales of their products. This research aims to evaluate and determine the best promotional media for MSMEs using the ROC (Rank Order Centroid) ranking technique and the SAW (Simple Additive Weighting) method. The criteria used include Advertising Costs, Target Market, Promotion Time, and Brand Image. Based on the calculation of criteria weights with the ROC technique and evaluation of alternatives with the SAW method, Social Media was found to be the best promotional media, followed by Search Engines and Product Collaboration. Social Media has advantages in low cost, wide target market reach, and promotional flexibility and effectiveness. Search Engines and Product Collaboration also showed good results in reaching the target market and promotional flexibility. In contrast, Print Media ranked the lowest due to limited reach and high costs. This research provides guidance for MSMEs in choosing the right promotional media and optimizing resources for maximum promotional results.

Aspekte të Hartës së Parë të Shqipërisë me Toponimastikënë Gjuhën Shqipe (1902)

Abstract: Over the ages, cartographers, historians, and institutions from diverse European nations and beyond have produced numerous maps and atlases, illustrating the spatial distribution of Albanians and Albania. While these maps hold significant cartographic and historical value, showcasing the ancient authentic ethnicity of Albanians in the Balkans, none have been in Albanian but rather in the languages of foreign cartographers who compiled them. The publication of the first map of Albanian territories with Albanian toponymy in 1902 marks a pivotal historical moment, establishing Albanian cartography. This paper delves into the historical, geographical, linguistic, and cultural importance of this notable achievement. The map was the product of a fruitful collaboration during the Albanian National Awakening between Don Juan Pedro de Aladro Kastrioti, known to Albanians as Gjin Aladro Kastrioti, and Faik bey Konica, the founder and editor of the Albanian National Awakening magazine “Albania”. The paper examines the cartographic and geographical characteristics of the first map with Albanian toponymy from 1902. Noteworthy among the descriptive data of this cartographic work is the extent of the ethnic Albanian presence in the Western Balkans during the early 1900s. Additionally, this paper will detail the invaluable assistance provided by Élisée Reclus, one of the foremost geographers of the time, in guiding the working group involved in constructing the first map of Albania with Albanian toponymy.

Leveraging local knowledge to contextualize the opioid epidemic within HEALing Communities Study communities: A Photovoice protocol

Since its inception 30 years ago, Photovoice has gained increasing popularity as a research method and more recently has been incorporated within randomized controlled trial (RCT) designs. Photovoice is a participatory action research method that pairs photography with focus group discussions to record community strengths and concerns, build critical consciousness, and reach policymakers. Adherence of Photovoice implementation to these original tenets of Photovoice varies. This article provides the Photovoice protocol developed by the authors to improve the methodological rigor of Photovoice integration into RCTs and help contextualize the landscape for the HEALing Communities Study (HCS: NCT04111939), a greater than $350 million investment by the National Institute on Drug Abuse along with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to reduce opioid overdose deaths in 67 of the hardest-hit communities in four states (Kentucky, Massachusetts, New York, and Ohio). The product of a cross-state collaboration, this HCS Photovoice protocol provides ethical and methodological tools for incorporating Photovoice into RCT designs to enhance community engagement, communication campaigns, and data-driven decision-making about evidence-based practice selection and implementation.

Exploring sustainable finance mechanisms for green energy transition: A comprehensive review and analysis

This study elucidate the role of sustainable finance in advancing the global transition towards renewable energy sources. Employing a systematic literature review and content analysis, the research scrutinizes sustainable finance mechanisms, the impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria on investment decisions, the significance of regulatory frameworks, and the strategic implications for stakeholders within the green energy ecosystem. The methodology encompasses a detailed examination of peer-reviewed articles, industry reports, and policy documents from 2013 to 2024, focusing on innovations, challenges, and opportunities in sustainable finance. The study identifies green bonds, loans, and investment funds as pivotal in mobilizing capital for green energy projects, yet highlights existing barriers such as regulatory uncertainties and the need for standardized ESG criteria. Key findings reveal that while sustainable finance is crucial for environmental sustainability and economic development, its effectiveness is contingent upon robust regulatory support and clear standards. Moreover, the research underscores the importance of stakeholder collaboration and innovative financial products in overcoming challenges and enhancing green energy adoption. The study emphasizes the critical need for advancing sustainable finance mechanisms, enhancing regulatory frameworks, and fostering stakeholder collaboration to facilitate a successful transition to green energy. It contributes valuable insights into sustainable finance's evolving landscape, offering guidance for policymakers, investors, and industry practitioners aiming to achieve long-term sustainability goals. Keywords: Sustainable Finance Mechanisms, Green Energy Transition, Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Criteria, Regulatory Frameworks.

Exploring sustainable finance mechanisms for green energy transition: A comprehensive review and analysis

This study elucidate the role of sustainable finance in advancing the global transition towards renewable energy sources. Employing a systematic literature review and content analysis, the research scrutinizes sustainable finance mechanisms, the impact of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria on investment decisions, the significance of regulatory frameworks, and the strategic implications for stakeholders within the green energy ecosystem. The methodology encompasses a detailed examination of peer-reviewed articles, industry reports, and policy documents from 2013 to 2024, focusing on innovations, challenges, and opportunities in sustainable finance. The study identifies green bonds, loans, and investment funds as pivotal in mobilizing capital for green energy projects, yet highlights existing barriers such as regulatory uncertainties and the need for standardized ESG criteria. Key findings reveal that while sustainable finance is crucial for environmental sustainability and economic development, its effectiveness is contingent upon robust regulatory support and clear standards. Moreover, the research underscores the importance of stakeholder collaboration and innovative financial products in overcoming challenges and enhancing green energy adoption. The study emphasizes the critical need for advancing sustainable finance mechanisms, enhancing regulatory frameworks, and fostering stakeholder collaboration to facilitate a successful transition to green energy. It contributes valuable insights into sustainable finance's evolving landscape, offering guidance for policymakers, investors, and industry practitioners aiming to achieve long-term sustainability goals. Keywords: Sustainable Finance Mechanisms, Green Energy Transition, Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Criteria, Regulatory Frameworks.

Blockchain and game theory enable high-efficiency data sharing in the IIoT

The rapid development of intelligent manufacturing is inseparable from collaboration among smart factories (SFs). In the real unmanned intelligent collaborative production process, each SF exists as an independent individual peer. However, due to the selfishness of SFs and intelligent manufacturing equipment (IME), they do not actively participate in data sharing, which brings serious obstacles to the collaborative development of SF. In order to solve the above problems, this paper combines blockchain technology and game theory technology to propose a high-efficiency data sharing incentive method based on the Stackelberg game. Specifically, We first take the SF as the leader and the IME as the follower, and we define the data sharing incentive problem among SFs as the master–slave game problem. Then, the lower game problem and the upper game problem are solved, respectively, and finally the Nash equilibrium is derived. Then, a high-efficiency data sharing incentive method based on the Stackelberg game is designed and implemented. Finally, we conducted simulation experiments on the method proposed in this paper. Through theoretical and simulation experiments, it has been proven that the proposed method effectively reduces the impact of the selfishness of SFs and IME and improves the efficiency of data sharing among SFs.

How Do Male Celebrity Endorsers Promote Women's Makeup Products?

This research aims to identify the marketing strategies used by Social Media Influencer objects, namely the Tiktok media @azkhategar391 along with testimonials on the media, collaboration products and Follower informants, in influencing consumer behavior, against the background of significant changes in marketing paradigms and gender perceptions in modern society. Using qualitative research methods with a cyber phenomenology approach, using a simple design with Triangulation Theory and data collection techniques through observation, interviews and documentation, analyzed using Manual Data Analysis Procedures (MDAP). Findings show that being an effective celebrity endorser requires three main aspects: credibility , attractiveness, and celebrity likability, which play an important role in building consumer trust. Transparent testimonials from celebrity endorsers can increase consumer buying interest. Other factors that contribute to changes in consumer behavior include consumer trend analysis, consumer preferences, market segmentation, consumer loyalty, and purchasing decisions.

Strategi Pengembangan Kewirausahaan dan Dinamika Kompetitif Untuk Menciptakan Inovasi

Entrepreneurship and innovation are two key elements in strengthening economic growth and creating added value across various industry sectors. This study aims to investigate the relationship between entrepreneurship development strategies and competitive dynamics in fostering innovation. The research methodology employed includes both qualitative and quantitative analyses of data from various industries and markets. Findings indicate that the use of targeted and adaptive entrepreneurship development strategies can enhance a company's competitive position in a volatile market. Additionally, healthy competitive dynamics and interactions among market players also play a crucial role in stimulating innovation through healthy competition and productive collaboration. The practical implications of this study highlight the importance for companies to develop entrepreneurial strategies that focus not only on creating economic value but also on generating social and environmental value. Moreover, collaboration between companies, governments, and educational institutions is necessary to create an ecosystem that supports sustainable innovation. This research contributes to understanding the complex dynamics between entrepreneurship, competition, and innovation in the rapidly changing global economy.

Literary Activism and Afrofuturist Genealogies in Multi-Authored Fiction

This article considers multi-authorship as a mode of literary activism in two recent Afrofuturist texts: The Deep (2019) by Rivers Solomon and music group clipping., and The Memory Librarian and Other Stories of Dirty Computer (2022) by Janelle Monaé and their collaborators. In this article, I expand my discussion of multi-authorship to include both texts’ political and artistic legacies as part of their authorial collectives. In doing so, I posit three central arguments: first, that both texts explore the potential for collaborative literary production as a means of resisting creative authority. Second, that The Deep and The Memory Librarian and Other Stories of Dirty Computer deploy intertextual references to Afrofuturist artistic genealogies and racial justice movements as a form of collective authorship and communal memory. Third, that collaborative storytelling has the potential to contest singular readings both within the narrative and between text and audience. The purpose of examining these texts’ multiple authorship and intertextuality is to position The Deep and The Memory Librarian within wider racial justice movements as forms of literary activism that seek to enact social change through invocations of communal memory and collective engagement.

Biomass-Solar Energy: A Comprehensive Review of Sustainable Energy Generation

India is the world's most populous country and plays a crucial role in achieving the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals by 2030. SDG No. 7 (affordable and clean energy) and climate change reduction goals are essential for sustainable development. This review discusses clean energy potential, obstacles and stimulants, and renewable energy policies in India, focusing on solar and biomass resources. With biomass resources, the nation can generate 130 million tonnes of oil equivalent annually, and it can generate 5,000 trillion kWh of solar energy annually. For the production of renewable energy, biomass resources such as Jatropha, sweet sorghum, cassava, rice, coconut, and agricultural leftovers can be employed. The purpose of this review is to highlight the benefits of using bioenergy to achieve a sustainable energy future through financial incentives, enhanced research, public awareness, social amenities, strategic replenishment, and productive intergovernmental collaborations. Solar thermal and photovoltaic systems offer great possibilities for grid-connected, off-grid, and hybrid installations. Site-specific considerations such as incentives, financing, research, public awareness, government regulations, and private investments influence the techno-economic viability and environmental relevance of solar power and bioenergy for India's sustainable development.

Study on the preparation of CdS/TiO2 corn straw biochar composite materials for photocatalytic reduction of CO2 and collaborative H2 production.

A thermal synthesis method was employed in this work to prepare CdS/TiO2 corn straw biochar photocatalytic composite materials suitable for synergistic hydrogen production with the photocatalytic reduction of CO2. The structure and synergistic reaction of these composite materials were characterized by its photogenerated electron transfer process. Compared with pure TiO2, the energy band gap of the optimal CdS/TiO2 corn straw biochar composite material was reduced to 2.89eV. The heterostructure coupling between TiO2 and CdS in the biochar accelerated the transfer of photogenerated electrons and reduced the recombination rate of photogenerated electrons and holes. Under visible light irradiation, the photocatalytic H2 yield of this CdS/TiO2 corn straw-derived biochar composite material was 1200µmol·h-1·g-1, the CO yield was 150µmol·h-1·g-1, and the CH4 yield was 55µmol·h-1·g-1. The key to this synergistic reaction is the formation of heterojunctions between CdS and TiO2 as well as the rapid oxidation of holes in the composite material caused by the doping of biochar.

Dynamic Collaborative Workspace Based on Human Interference Estimation for Safe and Productive Human-Robot Collaboration

Dynamic Collaborative Workspace Based on Human Interference Estimation for Safe and Productive Human-Robot Collaboration

Improving Faculty of Education Students’ EFL Productive Skills and Collaboration through Service Learning

Improving Faculty of Education Students’ EFL Productive Skills and Collaboration through Service Learning

Teachers’ Views on the Conduct of Class Observation: The Philippine DepEd Setting

The Philippine Department of Education (DepEd) reiterated the need to conduct class observations to help ensure the delivery of quality basic education to all learners. It developed the Results-Based Performance Management System (RPMS) Manual for Teachers and School Heads, aligned with the Philippine Professional Standards for Teachers (PPST). The manual provides school heads and other raters with a detailed reference to help understand the tools and the different phases of assessment within the various cycles of RPMS, ensuring that mechanisms are in place to support teacher performance (DepEd, 2018). It is on this premise that this study is conducted. Primarily, it aimed to ascertain the elementary teachers’ views on the conduct of the class observations. Likewise, it also identified the factors necessary for the smooth conduct of the class observations. This study utilized the case study research design. It involved eighteen (18) elementary teacher participants and three (3) school principals, utilizing a purposive sampling design. The interview guide was used to gather the data, which was analyzed using the Collaizzi’s method. The study found that the elementary teachers’ views are characterized as systemic and observer expertise. The factors necessary for the smooth conduct of the class observations are: (1) observe honesty, confidentiality, and collegiality; (2) provide actionable feedback; and (3) support productive collaboration among teachers. Future researchers may duplicate this study on a national scale to validate the study’s findings.

화장품 브랜드 디자인 콜라보레이션이 소비자 구매의도에 미치는 영향 연구

In recent years, brand collaboration products have become increasingly popular among young consumers. Amid fierce competition in the cosmetics market, cooperation between brands has emerged as a novel marketing model. Companies introduce sentiment-driven collaboration products to enhance consumer brand preference and stimulate purchase intentions. This study aims to define the concept, purpose, and types of multilateral collaborations for cosmetics brands, drawing on previous studies, and analyze the factors influencing consumers' purchase intention. This study selected Innisfree’s design collaboration, which is gaining popularity in China, as the focal point. Awareness and preference for brand design collaborations were identified, and their effect on consumers' purchase intentions was analyzed. In addition, the study also exploited the mediating relationship by examining the correlation between the type of cosmetic brand design collaboration, brand preference, and consumer purchase intention. The results indicated that character collaboration, art collaboration, and brand collaboration all positively impacted consumers' purchase intentions in the context of cosmetics brand design collaboration.

E-Learning system application in art entrepreneurship teaching based on multimodal feature fusion and neural network

College student entrepreneurship teams can leverage the advantages of mobile internet resource integration and online collaborative production platforms to easily integrate various resources, thereby achieving rapid start-up and development of entrepreneurial projects. This also makes the threshold for college students to start businesses lower and easier to achieve. This article designs an interactive aesthetic education and entrepreneurship teaching system based on multimodal feature fusion and interactive systems. The core concept of the interactive aesthetic education and entrepreneurship teaching system is multimodal feature fusion and interactive system. Multimodal feature fusion can integrate different teaching resources, so that students can better understand the factors that need to be considered in the entrepreneurial process and practice. Interactive systems can enable closer interaction and communication between students and teachers, thereby better understanding and mastering entrepreneurial knowledge and skills. The design and implementation of a systematic system will help enhance the entrepreneurial ability and quality of college students, help them better understand the entrepreneurial process and factors that need to be considered in practice, and provide entrepreneurial practice reference for students in Chinese universities who have the intention of designing entrepreneurship.

How Payers Can Help Hospitals Become Safer Through Value-Based Programs

This article highlights the persistent challenges and opportunities surrounding the impact of value-based care (VBC) arrangements on patient safety, despite the widespread adoption of VBC models. In the context of recent declines in patient safety, the authors contend that this crucial component of health care value has not received sufficient attention in most VBC contracts. The authors propose strategies for how payers can integrate patient safety measures into VBC contracts and align financial incentives with quality performance, drawing on the example of Elevance Health’s initiative, the Quality-In-Sights: Hospital Incentive Program. In this program, patient safety measures comprise 80% of the overall score. The program suggests that a sustained and productive collaboration between payers and providers offers potential for integrating patient safety measures into VBC models to drive clinical improvements and financial efficiencies, but it requires commitment from all stakeholders in the health care ecosystem.

Collaborative Production Planning Based on an Intelligent Unmanned Mining System for Open-Pit Mines in the Industry 4.0 Era

Open-pit mining is a cornerstone of industrial raw material extraction, yet it is fraught with safety concerns due to rough operating conditions. The advent of Industry 4.0 has introduced advanced technologies such as AI, the IoT, and autonomous systems, setting the stage for a paradigm shift towards unmanned mining operations. With this study, we addressed the urgent need for safe and efficient production based on intelligent unmanned mining systems in open-pit mines. A collaborative production planning model was developed for an intelligent unmanned system comprising multiple excavators and mining trucks. The model is formulated to optimize multiple objectives, such as total output, equipment idle time, and transportation cost. A multi-objective optimization approach based on the genetic algorithm was employed to solve the model, ensuring a balance among conflicting objectives and identifying the best possible solutions. The computational experiments revealed that the collaborative production planning method significantly reduces equipment idle time and enhances output. Moreover, with the proposed method, by optimizing the configuration to include 6 unmanned excavators, 50 unmanned mining trucks, and 4 unloading points, a 92% reduction in excavator idle time and a 44% increase in total output were achieved. These results show the model’s potential to transform open-pit mining operations by using intelligent planning.

Peranan Generasi Z dalam Event Jimbafest 2023 di Jimbaran Hijau

One strategy to optimize Gen Z employees as organizational assets is to utilize them by placing Gen Z according to their roles. HRD must be able to assess employee competencies and capabilities so that they can assign them the right position, because balancing roles in teamwork is important to create a conducive work environment and productive collaboration. This research aims to determine the role of Generation Z teamwork at the Jimbafest event and identify the role of Gen Z that needs to be improved so that the event can run more optimally. This research uses a mix of methods, including JMP software and data collection via questionnaires. The research results show that the roles of Plant, Specialist, and Resource Investigator are very lacking and must be improved to be able to create more productive work teams and complete work more effectively. Generation Z who contribute to a performance or activity must be more creative and imaginative in coming up with brilliant ideas, have experience and in-depth understanding in their field, and must be able to be good networkers or facilitators.