Professionals In Field Research Articles

КРАУДСОРСИНГ КАК ПРЕДИКТОР УНИВЕРСАЛЬНЫХ КОМПЕТЕНЦИЙ У БУДУЩИХ СПЕЦИАЛИСТОВ ЕСТЕСТВЕННО-МАТЕМАТИЧЕСКОГО ЦИКЛА ОБУЧЕНИЯ В СИСТЕМЕ ВЫСШЕГО ПРОФЕССИОНАЛЬНОГО ОБРАЗОВАНИЯ

This article explores the results of using crowdsourcing as a predictor of universal competencies among future specialists in the natural and mathematical fields of education. The authors have explored the potential of crowdsourcing technology across various professional fields and its effectiveness. Through an analysis of relevant scientific literature, they concluded that there was a lack of empirical research and theoretical knowledge on the use of crowdsourcing's predictive capabilities in the educational sector. In this context, the research purpose was to use crowdsourcing technology to predict the development profile of universal competencies in future specialists studying in the natural sciences and mathematics fields. This approach aims to identify competencies that will be in high demand in the future and to guide the development of corresponding skills in students. Based on the data obtained, the study advocates for adapting current educational programs to prioritize the formation of these essential competencies. Such adjustments are crucial for preparing specialists who can meet the evolving demands of the modern labor market and effectively navigate changing professional landscapes. This strategic alignment also promises to broaden the scope of future career opportunities for university graduates and enhance their competitiveness in the job market. The research employs quantitative-qualitative analysis, structural analysis, and Student's t-test to evaluate the outcomes of crowdsourcing predictions. A significant novelty of this study lies in pioneering crowdsourcing as a predictive tool in higher professional education. It establishes a framework for determining foundational competencies in natural sciences and mathematical education, serving as a valuable reference for curriculum developers. Furthermore, the design and methodology developed for using crowdsourcing as a predictor holds potential for predicting universal competencies across various other professional training domains. This approach will help to develop in-demand competencies and contribute to creating an adaptive educational environment, allowing for a rapid response to the challenges of the modern world.

Ротация губернаторского корпуса в регионах Дальневосточного федерального округа: тенденции и особенности

The article reveals the rotation of the governor’s corps in the regions of the Far Eastern Federal District, its trends and features. The object of the study is the Institute of heads of subjects of the Russian Federation. The subject is their rotation in the regions of the Far Eastern Federal District. The purpose of the work is to identify the main trends in updating the composition of the heads of the subjects of the Russian Federation in the Far Eastern Federal District. The objectives of the study are as follows: to analyze the affiliation of current and previous governors to a particular professional field before appointment; to identify the specifics of the personnel policy of the federal center, taking into account the criterion of the regions’ heads connection with the relevant territories before appointment; to determine the reasons for the governors’ rotation; to identify the features of the elections’ results of the subjects heads in the Russian Federation belonging to the Far Eastern Federal District in 2023. Based on the results of the analysis, it can be concluded that most of the subjects’ heads in the Russian Federation within the study district have been already related to the executive branch of government, mainly in other regions, and the rest went to work in the regional governments of the Far Eastern Federal District from the federal parliament, municipal government and industry. If earlier, when determining the candidates for governors, emphasis has been placed on local personnel, then in the current situation, only three heads of the subjects in the Russian Federation can be attributed to people from the regions who head them. The conducted content analysis of the media has showed that the main reasons for the subjects’ heads rotation in the Russian Federation included in the Far Eastern Federal District are resignations "on their own initiativeˮ. The current governors, whose term of office expired in 2023, have been re-elected, receiving an average of 75 % of the vote. The author comes to the conclusion that when updating the corps of regions’ heads belonging to the Far Eastern Federal District, senior officials, as a rule, come from the sphere of executive power, the representation of the governors-"outsiders" is noticeably strengthened, the predictability of most resignations of heads of regions is observed, less pronounced support of the population for the re-election of governors in comparison with the results of elections in other regions.

Reconciling Work-Life Balance: An In-depth Exploration of Generation X’s Career Experiences

This research delves into the intricate dynamics of work-life balance among Generation X professionals in the context of the 21st century, aiming to understand their challenges within a rapidly evolving technological and workplace landscape. Previous research has demonstrated that Generation X workers are exceptionally adaptable in managing the changing technological world and workplace relations. Work-life balance has been highlighted as an important component impacting job satisfaction and general well-being. It delves deeper into these features by investigating how Generation X professionals deal with these problems and identifying specific ways to inform both professionals and companies to improve the understanding of the complex interplay between technology, workplace dynamics, and work-life balance for Generation X professionals in today’s professional world. Employing an Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA) methodology, the study emphasizes the importance of adaptability, flexible work methodologies, and work-life balance prioritization. With five participants aged 41 to 56 representing various professional fields, the findings indicate that Generation X professionals adeptly navigate contemporary challenges, focusing on adaptability, client-centric approaches, engagement in leisure activities, and effective work-life balance management. These strategies are closely linked to their job satisfaction and overall well-being. In essence, this research sheds light on the multifaceted relationship between work-life balance and the challenges Generation X professionals encounter in the 21st century, providing insights into their coping mechanisms and underscoring the pivotal role of work-life balance in shaping their experiences and overall professional satisfaction.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE CLASSES FOR PROFESSIONAL PURPOSES AT UNIVERSITY: DEVELOPMENT OF FLUENCY

This article explores the challenges and methods related to developing fluency in a foreign language for professional purposes at university. It deals with the difficulties faced by both teachers and students in maneuvring through linguistic complexities, overcoming language barriers and mastering specialized terminology relevant to various professional fields. The article highlights the importance of a targeted approach that fosters not only linguistic proficiency but also a deep understanding of cultural distinctions and communication norms, specific for various industries. Additionally, it investigates pedagogical strategies and methods aimed at enhancing fluency acquisition at classes of foreign language for professional purposes. Key challenges in the process of developing fluency at classes of foreign language for professional purposes have been highlighted: linguistic complexity; language barriers; cultural nuances; motivation and engagement; limited practice; fear of making mistakes; individual learning styles and preferences; assessment and feedback. Possible methods for developing fluency have been considered: communicative language teaching; immersion into a targeted language; organizing language exchanges; using authentic materials; role-playing and simulation; fluency-oriented activities, unassisted repeated reading and audio-assisted repeated reading; digital storytelling; vlogging, etc. By highlighting challenges and a certain number of existing methods of fostering fluency development, the article stresses on the necessity to provide regular feedback and correction of mistakes. Creating a favorable, engaging, interactive, and stress-free learning environment in the classroom has been stressed as the key prerequisite.

Predicting the Professional Field of Students Using Data Mining: A Case Study of an Autonomous University in Thailand

At the Institute of Digital Arts and Sciences at Suranaree University of Technology, students face the crucial decision of choosing between digital technology and digital communication as their professional field. This choice significantly influences their academic pursuits and future career paths. This research aimed to construct and compare the performances of various models in predicting students’ selection of professional fields, utilizing data from student questionnaires at the Institute of Digital Arts and Science. Classification techniques, considered a subset of data mining methods, were applied, and models were constructed using five algorithms: Decision Tree, Naïve Bayes, One Rule (OneR), Support Vector Machine, and K-Nearest Neighbors. These models were evaluated based on accuracy, recall, precision, and F-measure and cross-validated with 10, 20, and 30-fold evaluations. The findings revealed that the Naïve Bayes algorithm-based model, especially with 20-fold cross-validation, was most accurate, achieving 89.6%. The Support Vector Machine algorithm-based model exhibited the highest precision at 82.1% with 30-fold cross-validation. The Decision Tree algorithm-based model achieved the highest recall and F-measure at 83.3% and 81.5%, respectively, with 10-fold cross-validation.

A Study of Computer-Assisted Automatic Translation Techniques and Practices for English Vocational Terminology

Abstract This paper mainly carries out a more in-depth study on the design and planning of computer-assisted translation models based on translation memory and demonstrates the new computer-assisted translation model formed in this way. The TMX specification model, combined with the actual needs, summarizes the corresponding terminology data model, introduces and summarizes the word splitting, similarity, and alignment techniques of the computer-assisted translation model, and verifies the effectiveness of the model through practical application. The study shows that the average code length of computer-aided translation is about 0.1~0.3 lower than that of human translation in specialized fields, and its performance and efficiency are better than that of human translation. The efficiency of computer-aided translation software in extracting terminology positively correlates with an increase in frequency. Computer-assisted translation plays a significant role in the professional field and provides empirical support for subsequent related research.

The Influence of Big Five Personality Traits on Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety

Knowledge of a foreign language helps people from different cultures exchange experiences, expertise, and ideas worldwide. It is considered a valuable asset in the professional field and may be highly useful in personal life. Foreign language classroom anxiety is a phenomenon associated with fear and nervousness that occurs in a language learning context. Foreign language classroom anxiety often leads to a decrease in overall process efficiency, motivation loss, and avoidance of language practice. The aim of this study is to investigate, whether Big Five personality traits contribute to foreign language classroom anxiety. Four hundred and fifty-two foreign language learners aged between 16 and 70 participated in the study. Participants were given а Big Five personality inventory to assess their personality traits (extraversion, agreeableness, conscientiousness, neuroticism, and openness to new experience), and a foreign language classroom anxiety scale which measures the following components: test anxiety, fear of negative evaluation, and communication apprehension. Linear regression was used as an analysis method. The results revealed that neuroticism positively predicted fear of negative evaluation, communication apprehension, and test anxiety. Extraversion negatively predicted fear of negative evaluation, communication apprehension, and test anxiety. Openness to experience also negatively predicted all three foreign language anxiety components. The results of the study suggest that knowledge of learners’ Big Five personality traits may decrease the levels of foreign language anxiety in a classroom.

Design Design and Discussion of Offshore Floating Platforms for Wind Turbines

Alongside the development of human civilisations over the last century, the global demand and consumption of fossil fuels have experienced a significant increase. Consequently, environmentally friendly and sustainable designs are in high demand in every professional field. This report focuses on two designs of floating wind turbine platforms as well as related professional discussions in the field of fluid mechanics.

A imagem de enfermeiras(os) no Chile por meio de desenhos infantis: um estudo iconográfico

Abstract Objective To reveal the image of nursing professionals in Chile through the analysis of children’s drawings. Method This is an exploratory qualitative study, involving the collection of information through nine drawings made by children aged between 7 and 10 years, using free technique, and then were analyzed with the Iconographic Method proposed by Erwin Panofsky. Results Most drawings depict clinical activities of nurses, focusing predominantly on the technical dimension of the profession. Although nursing is commonly associated with a mostly female occupation, permeated by gender stereotypes, some participants were able to identify the presence and importance of the male role in this professional field. No iconographic elements were identified that would reinforce stigmas associated with nursing professionals, such as the view that they are supporters, aides, or mere medical assistants. Conclusions and implications for practice Children’s drawings serve as a reflection of the collective imagination of society. By studying them in relation to nursing, we can identify the advances of the profession and glimpse its near future. This research contributes to understanding the current image of the profession in society, and allows an analysis that goes further, helping to establish future directions and the evolution of this collective perception.

The Use of Instagram Among Dental Patients in Saudi Arabia.

The use of social media platforms has become increasingly popular in various professional fields, including dentistry. Among these platforms, Instagram has gained significant attention due to its visual nature and widespread popularity. The potential of Instagram as a tool for dental education, patient engagement, and professional networking has been the subject of several studies. This paper aims to investigate the use of Instagram among dental patients and examine its implications for the dental industry.. This cross-sectional study was conducted in Saudi Arabia between September and December 2023 and involved 478 anonymous dental patients who responded to survey invitations. The questionnaire addressed demographics, Instagram usage, and factors influencing the selection of a dentist. Data analysis employed IBM SPSS Statistics, presented as descriptive statistics and bivariate analysis. Of the respondents, 66.6% preferred Instagram to follow dentists. Demographically, younger age correlated with increased Instagram use. Over half used Instagram 2-3 times daily, with evenings being the preferred time. Notably, 48.3% visited a dentist's Instagram account. Recommendations, qualifications, and online reviews were crucial factors in choosing a dentist, while before-and-after photos, engagement, and content quality mattered on Instagram. Instagram serves as a valuable tool in oral healthcare, fostering patient engagement, education, and community building. Dental practitioners should leverage Instagram judiciously, emphasizing its supplementary role to professional consultations rather than a substitute for personalized dental advice.

Identification of Effective Factors on Public Oversight of Public Policies with a Crowdsourcing Approach Using Thematic Analysis and DEMATEL Techniques

Objective: The primary goal of this article is to identify the factors influencing public oversight of public policies using a crowdsourcing approach with thematic analysis and DEMATEL techniques. Methodology: The research methodology is mixed (qualitative-quantitative). In addition to documentary studies, thematic analysis technique has been utilized. The statistical population in this study comprised all experts in the field of public policy-making, managers, and public health professionals, with theoretical saturation achieved after 16 interviews. Eventually, basic, organizing, and global themes were extracted, and in the quantitative part, the DEMATEL technique was used to determine the impact and influence of factors on public oversight of public policies with a crowdsourcing approach. Findings: This study identified 15 dimensions (health service capacities, motivational factors, environmental factors, internal policies, domestic infrastructure, executive factors, development and education of public services in health, development of domestic services, globalization of public services, development of knowledge sharing policies and services, structural issues, laws and regulations, cultural factors, financial management) and 32 components and 159 indicators were extracted. Through the DEMATEL method in the quantitative section, 8 influential components and 7 influenced components were identified. Conclusion: The studies indicated that among the identified dimensions, the dimension of health service capacities has the highest importance in terms of impact and requires special attention, while the dimension of cultural factors is the most influenced dimension that is affected by other dimensions.

ANALYZING LEXICAL FEATURES AND ACADEMIC VOCABULARY IN ACADEMIC WRITING

Introduction. Academic writing is considered to be an important means of sharing knowledge and academic experience. The article investigates lexical features of academic writing and academic vocabulary, correlation of academic vocabulary and writing proficiency. The main objective of teaching EAP is the development and further improvement of communicative skills of post-graduate students in professional and academic fields. There is a reasonable necessity to study and improve practical aspects of foreign language education of postgraduate students, contributing to the effective mastering of English for academic purposes (EAP), development of academic writing skills, mastering academic vocabulary. The purpose of the research is to analyze such lexical features as lexical diversity, lexical complexity, lexical density, word frequency and academic vocabulary usage of postgraduate students’ academic writing outcomes in the process of learning English for academic purposes. Theoretical and practical methods of research have been used in the article: theoretical analysis of scientific researches, methods of logical generalization, observation, analyses of EAP students’ academic writing outcomes. Results of the research. The article highlights specific peculiarities of academic writing like formal structure, specific rules, citation, traditional English grammar usage, punctuation, spelling etc. In the frame of the article we explored lexical features and academic vocabulary in English academic writing of EAP learners’ in the process of learning English for academic purposes. We studied the relation between academic vocabulary and writing abilities. The author investigated ways of word complexity, paying special attention to affixes and compound words. Different approaches to the analyses of lexical density and diversity are implemented. The most frequent academic words (nouns, verbs and adjectives) are analyzed. Conclusion. Our results showed a strong relation between academic vocabulary and writing proficiency of postgraduate students. Our empirical observation revealed correlation of lexical diversity and academic writing quality of EAP learners. Academic vocabulary demonstrates significant interrelationship with the quality of writing. Word frequency correlates with word difficulty. According to our findings advanced learners predominantly use less frequent words and have larger vocabulary size.

Notions of success and its causes among men and women with different expressions of the motive for striving for success

One of the features of the modern world is the idealization of a person’s individual success. Therewith, a society’s understanding of success does not always correlate with its individual representation. We conducted a study aimed at establishing interpretations of success and its causes in various fields of life among men and women with different expressions of the motive for striving for success. Methods: survey; content analysis; testing (methodology of A. Megrabian); cross section method; statistical data processing methods. Results: It was found that the interpretation of success in the professional, family and hobby fields is identical for men and women, regardless of the level of expression of their motive for striving for success; in other fields, the interpretation of success varies with different expressions of said motive. Conclusion: studying notions of success is important for understanding the life aspirations of young people and ideas about their life guidelines. As has been shown, with high achievement motivation, success is primarily explained by one’s personal characteristics, and not by their experience and knowledge, which raises the question of the need to pay attention to personality development.

Modeling and simulation: A comparative and systematic statistical review

Modeling and simulation took a considerable part of both professional and educational fields during the past few years. With the emergence of new technologies, several modeling and simulation tools, languages and softwares were developed in different areas, and are even introduced in the educational program, which can only prove their importance, especially when it comes to decision-making process. Both concepts also took part of the industry 4.0 paradigm and can be used to test and validate the digital technologies to facilitate their implementation. This variety of modeling and simulation solutions lead us to the following challenging question: which solution to adopt for which case study?The purpose of this article is to set a list of the different modeling and simulation tools, languages and softwares through a statistical literature review, focusing on the industrial field, precisely when it comes to production flow optimization and waste elimination in accordance with lean manufacturing strategy, to determine the pros and cons of each modeling and simulation solution and therefore serve as a referential for companies to identify the best match to their need.

ИНФОРМАЦИОННО-ИССЛЕДОВАТЕЛЬСКИЙ ЦЕНТР «ТАНЦСОЮЗ» КАК ПРИМЕР ЦИФРОВИЗАЦИИ РОССИЙСКОГО СОВРЕМЕННОГО ТАНЦА

The aim of the article is to cover the activities of the first state digital archive of Russian contemporary dance, the Information and Research Centre “Dance Union”. The article describes the tasks, goals, and specifics of the modern digital archive, and gives a brief historical overview of it as a place where a society’s memory of its past is formed. IRC “Dance Union” collects, processes, stores and distributes information about the groups participating in the “Dance Union” festival, which is held at the Innovation Cultural Center of Kaluga since 2023, as well as about all Russian groups and dance projects that have submitted information about themselves to the IRC “Dance Union”. The IRC provides bibliographic, information, methodological services and carries out research, cultural and educational activities. Its permanent task is to collect, process, distribute, research and store information about Russian modern dance in the professional and media field. Its goal is to systematically work with the target audience of the Russian contemporary dance community, to observe the dynamics of the creative growth of the groups’ choreographers, and to create an archive of media data. <br> The article gives an example of the dance laboratory “Soviet Gesture” (1915 – present) as a project for the creation of new artistic practices based on the archives of the choreographic laboratory of the State Academy of Art Sciences (1921–1931), stored in the Russian State Archive of Literature and Art.

Applied modern digital technologies in teaching special texts written translation

To master the course on translation of special texts, the student must first successfully complete the study of such disciplines as Abstracting and annotating the text of the first foreign language, a practical course in translation of the first foreign language, Theory of intercultural communication, a practical course in the first foreign language, Lexicology. However, in modern society, during the period of digitalization, a student needs to own digital tools in his future professional field. In this regard, a mandatory course or module in the training of translators will have to be the Basics of digital technologies in linguistics. This course is aimed at mastering students' basic translation and language communication skills using smart tools and CAT systems in the translation process.

Research on AIGC-driven Innovation Path and Smart Creative Workflow Optimization in Design Field

Abstract AIGC has attracted much attention in the application of art and design professional fields and has gradually become an important auxiliary tool for art and design professionals creation. This paper utilizes AIGC as a starting point for design creativity and develops a text-guided image generation model based on AIGC, which employs a semantically consistent generative adversarial network. We compare different model indexes across different datasets to evaluate the image generation effect of the constructed model. Subsequently, we summarize and optimize the intelligent, creative workflow. Based on this workflow and the image generation model, we generate a series of images as an example of a cosmetic package. We then analyze the audience’s acceptance of these intelligently generated images through a questionnaire survey, thereby exploring the impact of AIGC-driven design and innovation. The GAN-SC model outperforms the comparison algorithms in various datasets, achieving an IS value higher than AttnGAN and DFGAN by 17.7% and 2.7%, respectively, and reducing the FID metrics by 29.43% and 19.6%, respectively. The acceptance rate of the AIGC-based design solution surpasses that of the traditional solution by 4.9%, and it excels across all design dimensions, showcasing the effectiveness of AIGC-driven design innovation.

THE ESSENCE OF ENGLISH FOR SPECIFIC PURPOSES (ESP) AND THE ROLE OF NEW TECHNOLOGIES IN ESP TEACHING

English for Specific Purposes (ESP) programs are specifically designed for learners who desire to enhance their English proficiency in a specific professional field of study, which is typically taught at universities. These programs are designed to provide students with the English they need for specific academic subjects, such as Economics, Psychology, Management, etc. The 21st century brought a new flow of challenges. A growing number of cross-national projects, the need to raise intercultural awareness, the overwhelming number of inter-state activities, and the desire to become a global citizen are some of the consequences. The full development of skills that guarantee high-level communication between future specialists and their foreign colleagues in various academic and professional settings is a crucial factor in the efficiency and achievement of specialists’ work. All the above-mentioned factors had a significant impact on educational policies and classroom activities. Educators started looking for new techniques for teaching English. New technologies in the ESP classroom encourage students to be active and work together, create an authentic, supportive, and productive learning environment that helps to improve learning achievements, make the learning process more successful, and allow students to acquire relevant knowledge.

Facilitating the Teaching of Preschool Education Majors Based on Mobile Internet Platforms

Abstract With the increasing promotion of the concept of “Internet +”, the preschool education professional field has continuously proposed a non-commercial online education platform to play its role in promoting the teaching of preschool education. The article adopts the curriculum resource recommendation algorithm based on collaborative filtering, applies the recommendation algorithm to the mobile Internet platform, designs a personalized online education platform based on the collaborative filtering algorithm, and applies it to a specific empirical study. After experimenting using the method proposed in this paper, the average score of major grades in preschool education for the experimental group increased by 3.68 points. In the systematic analysis of learning satisfaction, 75% of the students were satisfied with the sequence of learning activities and learning partner recommendations, and 67.5% were satisfied with this learning process.

O CURRÍCULO POR COMPETÊNCIAS NO CURSO DE EDUCAÇÃO FÍSICA NA UNIJUÍ: PROCESSO DE IMPLEMENTAÇÃO E IMPACTOS INICIAIS

Abstract The article presents the implementation process, as well as the initial results, of the competency-based curriculum in the Physical Education course in Unijuí. Based on his experiences as a course coordinator and teacher in curricular components, the author makes a brief and concise assessment of the implementation of the curriculum in its first two years. The text is developed from a descriptive perspective, organized into five parts: indication of the context and aspects that influenced the creation of a new curriculum; presentation of the structure that makes up the curriculum; description of the methodological choices used in the development of the curriculum; analysis of the initial impacts of the restructuring and implementation of the course in the first two years; highlighting successes and difficulties in the process. The results indicate that the current curriculum has enabled expanded training for academics considering the analysis of the possibility of effective mobilization of what is studied, in contrast to the professional field. Academics consider the new way of organizing the course to be productive, giving merit to the methodological procedures and actions of teachers who aim to improve their knowledge. The collaborative planning and study experience allowed teachers to qualify their actions and recognize that they need to study permanently. It is evident that, on the one hand, there have been advances in a number of aspects and, on the other, there are important points to evolve, since teachers move and position themselves at different levels, in relation to the planning, development and evaluation of classes by skills.