Professional World Research Articles

The Role of Civil Society in Extreme Events Through a Narrative Reflection of Pathways and Long-Term Relationships

This reflective commentary is a facilitated exchange between two retired professionals in community risk management for extreme weather events – in two different cultural contexts. Paul Cobbing (formerly CEO UK National Flood Forum) and Ewan Waller (Australian land, forest and bush fire manager and consultant with forty years’ experience) share their insights gained through long-standing experience of working with and for communities. The facilitator is an academic researcher in community-based water risk management. Using case-study examples from their national contexts, they collectively reflect on the role of communities throughout the resilience cycle; the contribution of traditional lay knowledges and cultural practices in local resilience building; the harnessing of different knowledge flows; the importance of understanding communities; the values needed at intersections between communities with the professional world; the implications for the changing roles of risk management agencies; opportunities and blocks or impediments to collaboration; and what matters in the management of partnerships and in drawing strengths in crises. The three discussants conclude by highlighting seven important cross-cutting themes or principles needed in community-led approaches that give or return power to communities to shape the place in which they live, alongside others. These connect different types of local knowledge (indigenous, lay, experiential) for community-centered learning across settings.

Kyra Markham: An Introduction

Kyra Markham: An Introduction

Contemporary Italian Diversity in Critical and Fictional Narratives

Contemporary Italian Diversity in Critical and Fictional Narratives

Financing the Underdogs

Small-market sports teams do not have the luxury of a massive media outlet, or an absurd salary cap that attracts superstars. These small market teams are not able to create a superteam that fans from any region of the U.S would be grateful to watch. To generate revenue and stay afloat financially is task in it of itself. These small-market teams must rely on non-materialistic attributes to survive in the professional sports world. In this essay I will discuss three market strategies that the Memphis Grizzlies and similar small-market teams have used to not only stay afloat, but create a system that brings in new supporters and revenue.

Industrie de la langue et formation des traducteurs spécialisés

Language Industry: The Training of Specialised Translators
 In an increasingly globalised and interconnected world, thanks to the development of new technologies, the language industry and, in particular, the translation sector, are becoming more and more important, implying a significant change in the training of future translators. This article aims at analysing translators’ needs and the training possibilities offered in this sector with a focus on university training. More specifically, this study is composed of three main sections. After a brief introduction to the current study (§1), the first section deals with the presentation of the socio-cultural environment (§2) in which translators and interpreters work today, with a focus on the European context. Influenced by the recommendations of the European Union about multilingualism and plurilingualism and by the increasing globalisation, the work of translators and interpreters has become essential for social, cultural as well as commercial relations. Focusing on the Italian context, some associations of reference for professionals in the translation sector are also mentioned, for instance Associazione Nazionale Italiana Traduttori e Interpreti (ANITI), Associazione Italiana Traduttori e Interpreti (AITI), Associazione di traduttori e interpreti (TradInfo), Associazione Italiana Traduttori e Interpreti Giudiziari (ASSITIG), Associazione Internazionale Interpreti di Conferenza in Italia (AIIC Italia) and Associazione Nazionale Interpreti di Conferenza Professionisti (ASSOINTERPRETI). The presence of these associations proves that this profession is very challenging, both for the translators/interpreters themselves and for their clients. The second section describes translators’/interpreters’ real needs in terms of necessary skills to be acquired (§3). In order to give an overview of these skills, the expert group EMT (European Master’s in Translation, 2017) conceived a document classifying them in six domains:
 o translation service competence: the interpersonal dimension (e.g. negotiating with clients and planning the translation process) and the production dimension (e.g. translation strategies and revision skills); o linguistic competence: syntactic, grammatical and morphological knowledge of the L1 and the L2; o intercultural competence: both the sociolinguistic dimension as well as the textual dimension; o information retrieval competence: terminology searching and analysis of the sources; o thematic competence related to the field of specialisation; o technological competence. 
 Among them, those with the greatest influence on the work of translators are technological and terminological skills. In particular, in the field of technology, the impact of artificial intelligence on the translation process will be observed (§3.1), while for terminological skills the article focuses on how terminological accuracy constitutes a very strong comparative advantage in the domain of specialized translation (§3.2). Furthermore, the role of the Associazione italiana per la terminologia (Ass.I. Term) is described in order to show the interconnection between studies and researches in terminology and translation. The last section (§4) presents a case study describing some innovative training activities organised by OTPL – Osservatorio di terminologie e politiche linguistiche of the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan – to demonstrate how university training can respond to the professional world’s needs. Some activities will be described: three projects on artificial intelligence and translation organised between April 2021 and May 2022 in collaboration with Master’s degree students of languages (L’uso della traduzione automatica nella comunicazione multilingue, La qualità della traduzione automatica: un’analisi dei testi del dominio della moda sostenibile, La traduzione automatica e la terminologia nel dominio del cambiamento climatico e dell´ambiente. Un´analisi FR – IT), the project Terminology Without Borders, in collaboration with IATE/Termcoord, Directorate-General for Translation /European Commission. Moreover, a specialised course for the training of translators and terminologists will be introduced with a focus on the project work that each participant has to present. In conclusion, this study underlines the importance to give translators and interpreters a professional training both in terms of theoretical and practical knowledge.

Challenges faced in teaching learning process by the students and teachers during the pandemic: A cross-sectional study

The COVID pandemic has caused drastic changes in education systems in the world. The government enforced the restriction of all the educational institutions all over the country and also throughout the world. Due to shut down of institutions, the mode of learning shifted from on-site, in person learning to online, virtual mode. Thanks to the advancement of the technology and sciences, we were able to connect students to their professional world virtually. The study intends to acknowledge the student’s mentality while attending online classroom and also highlighting the challenges faced due to the online education. The study was based on descriptive cross-sectional study and conducted through consented online survey where forms were distributed via social media. A total of 320 participants consented for the survey and willingly participated for it. The survey showed that though the online mode of study was helpful in keeping up with the education, barriers can lead to obstruction for the fluidity of education. We should come up with more innovative ideas to connect students and professors with minimal barriers between them.

Designing Interactive Multimedia Courses Using STEAM Education

The Department of Design at the State University of Malang, Indonesia, has four study programs. Two of these are professional design study programs: the visual communication design undergraduate study program and the animation game diploma. In the curriculum of these two study programs there are interactive multimedia courses. With the number of students ranging from 750 at minimum, it is necessary to design a capable and innovative learning model for these interactive multimedia courses. STEAM education can be used as a framework to develop a lesson plan that is adaptable, benchmarked, and strongly reinforces learning standards in a unique and engaging way that improves student competence in the world of design professionals. This was descriptive research which used a procedural model development design. Borg and Gall explained that design development can be carried out through several stages, which were those used in this research, namely preliminary studies, research planning, initial product development, limited field tests, limited field test revisions, wider field test, feasibility test, revision of the results of the feasibility test, and dissemination and socialization of the final product. As a result of this research, a learning innovation was produced which combines several media and platforms, such as presentations, teaching materials, videos, mobile applications and WhatsApp. This learning innovation was implemented in the UM learning network information system (SIPEJAR) and the APK mobile application.
 Keywords: STEAM education, learning network information system, mobile application

The Contributions and Impact of Malik Badri

We live in a time where ideas and principles are questioned, dissected, and contested at a dizzying rate. It can be difficult to decipher reason and proof from conjecture and avowal. Disjointed ideas and information are widely available without a necessary chain of transmission or reliable connection to sources of knowledge. In this confusing contemporary context, almost anyone can become a leader in thought, guiding naïve followers down unknown paths with unclear destinations. Yet, true thought leadership is that which is connected to the past and charts a clear, well-lit path forward toward an illumined future. Throughout time, there has been a legacy of truly brilliant thinkers whose genius is in communicating timeless wisdom in a powerful manner that speaks to the zeitgeist of their time. This ability allows them to make a significant impact on the hearts and minds of the people. The world lost one of these giants in thought leadership this past year.Professor Malik Babiker Badri was a man who not only innovated and developed novel ideas within his own area of expertise, but whose ideas had ripple effects well beyond the boundaries of his field of knowledge. Known to the academic and professional world as the “father of modern Islamic Psychology,” he also played a part in shaping massive cultural transformations that changed the world. These include the Black American experience, the epidemic of alcoholism, and the global AIDS crisis. Professor Badri brought to the world a cultural and spiritual revolution in the way many view their relationships to themselves, their societies, and their spirituality. Although several of his works have become seminal reads in the field of Islamic Psychology, and Islamic thought more generally, much of his great work remains unrecognized—perhaps because of his humility and lack of self-promotion. The time has come for the recognition of the significance of this man’s contributions which position him among the great thinkers of human history. This article charts the chronological and thematic development of Badri’s contributions over the course of his life and paints a picture of the significance of his work and its impact on the world.

A Novel Decentralized Blockchain Architecture for the Preservation of Privacy and Data Security against Cyberattacks in Healthcare.

Nowadays, in a world full of uncertainties and the threat of digital and cyber-attacks, blockchain technology is one of the major critical developments playing a vital role in the creative professional world. Along with energy, finance, governance, etc., the healthcare sector is one of the most prominent areas where blockchain technology is being used. We all are aware that data constitute our wealth and our currency; vulnerability and security become even more significant and a vital point of concern for healthcare. Recent cyberattacks have raised the questions of planning, requirement, and implementation to develop more cyber-secure models. This paper is based on a blockchain that classifies network participants into clusters and preserves a single copy of the blockchain for every cluster. The paper introduces a novel blockchain mechanism for secure healthcare sector data management, which reduces the communicational and computational overhead costs compared to the existing bitcoin network and the lightweight blockchain architecture. The paper also discusses how the proposed design can be utilized to address the recognized threats. The experimental results show that, as the number of nodes rises, the suggested architecture speeds up ledger updates by 63% and reduces network traffic by 10 times.

English for personal and career development and its importance for better employment opportunities

Improved English communication abilities can lead to greater social interactions as well as future work chances. Communication abilities are incredibly important, from job interviews to the professional world itself, and being good in English implies being able to speak simply and effectively. Our jobs and businesses are significantly impacted by the English language. English has taken over as the primary language of the global business community, regardless of regional, social, political, or religious differences. The goal of this research study is to examine the part that English language proficiency plays in an individual's professional development. Beginning with a basic assessment of English's function in emerging nations, this study focuses on four important roles that the language plays there. They are: English as a means of gaining global education; English as a means of obtaining international employment prospects; English as a means of promoting international communication. A thorough explanation of the research findings follows a description of the research report's methodology. A summary and conclusions round out the essay. The study adopted the descriptive cum analytical method to reach on conclusion.

Modeling the process of pre-adaptation of medical college students to the uncertainty of the professional future

Introduction. The world of professions of the future in the field of medicine is in transformation constantly, acquiring features of dynamism, unpredictability and uncertainty, that’s why pre-adaptation of medical college students to the uncertainty of the professional future plays an important role in vocational training. Uncertainty of the professional future of today’s youth and radical transformations of the socio-professional environment require qualitative changes in secondary vocational education, revision of its methodology, content and technologies for training medical personnel for the post-industrial economy. Purpose setting. The purpose of the study is to develop and theoretically and methodologically justify the structural and functional model of the process of pre-adaptation of medical college students to the uncertainty of their professional future, the introduction of which into the educational process of institutions of secondary vocational education will achieve the desired result ‒ the readiness of medical students for the uncertainty of their professional future. Methodology of the study. The methodological basis of the study was systemic, competency-based, personalized, design and technological, contextual, and process approaches and the principles of mobility, variability, integrativity, reflexivity, focus on professional self-determination. The leading research method was the modeling method. Results. The simulation result is a structural-functional model of the process of pre-adaptation of medical college students to the uncertainty of their professional future, which includes four interrelated blocks: target, methodological, procedural-substantial and result-evaluative. The model allows forming the anticipatory readiness of medical students for professional activities in conditions of high uncertainty, instability and variability. It has the property of dynamism and openness for constant renewal. Conclusion. Scientific novelty is as follows: the essence and structure of the basic concepts are determined; justified the principles and methods of the process of pre-adaptation; a structural-functional model has been developed; substantiated and described organizational-pedagogical conditions. The results of the scientific work also allow us to outline the prospects for further research, which consist in the practical implementation of this model, the inclusion of the process of pre-adaptation in educational activities and the development of mechanisms for its evaluation from the standpoint of achieving the expected effects. The results can be applied by teachers in the process of professional education.

Preparing Students for Communicating in the Professional World

Preparing Students for Communicating in the Professional World

MENINJAU IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN PENDIDIKAN INKLUSIF

Inclusive education for persons with disabilities has a direct impact on human resources readiness. They are ready to work and employed by the professional world. The purpose of this study is to obtain an overview of inclusive education regulation and its application. The method used in collecting data is by using secondary data method. Literature studies are obtained from supporting journals or articles. The results showed that there are already regulations governing inclusive education implementation. At the level of implementing, there are a lot of works to be done.

Use of Blockchain Based Techniques in Healthcare: A Study

Blockchain is among the most significant discoveries and innovative trend that plays a critical role in the professional world today. Blockchain will redesign the way patients' electronic health records. Patient’s health records are shared, pre-served and secured in distributed peer-to-peer network in healthcare industries. A systematic organized analysis was undertaken to analyse the Blockchain and healthcare literature to further encourage understanding of Blockchain technologies and to recognize current issues and unanswered questions. This paper's vital contribution is to incorporate preliminary findings from a study of different applications in different areas on the implementation of Blockchain.

When contextual realities hinder the process of welcoming new patients in psychiatric emergency units

Questioning the implementation of care in psychiatry requires a reflection on and around the moment when patients first arrive at an emergency unit. In other words, it is necessary to take a look at the contextual conditions of this first moment of care. Our objective is to study the ingredients that contribute to the development or maintenance of a welcoming attitude. Grounded theory allowed us to better understand the complexity of the phenomenon by meeting people working in crisis and psychiatric emergency units. The results present three pathways associated with the welcoming process: (1) pathway to activate the process; (2) pathway to weaken the process; (3) pathway to counteract the weakening pathway and feed the activation pathway. Reintroducing time to think and “spaces to speak” remains a challenge in the welcoming of patients in psychiatric emergency units. A welcoming reception depends on a favorable context-societal, political, institutional and environmental-being fostered and maintained in the professional and personal world of professionals.

DIGITAL LITERACY IN VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH LEARNING MATERIALS

This study aims to investigate digital literacy in vocational high school English learning materials since these schools are supposed to prepare their students for professional world. This qualitative study employs a content analysis method, analyzing the English learning materials used by vocational high schools in Central Jakarta. The words and sentences representing the weaving of digital literacy in 42 English learning materials are the data of this study. Digital literacy indicators covering seven components: information processing, critical thinking and problem solving, communication and collaboration, citizenship, ethics, operation skills and safety are used as the research instruments. The findings indicate that all literacy components but citizenship and safety are incorporated in the materials. They are mostly used in the assignments, followed by the contents and the miscellanies parts of the learning materials. However, despite the existence, they seem to be not evenly incorporated in all components of the materials.

Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka: Program Magang Mahasiswa Sebagai Upaya Mencetak Sumber Daya Manusia Unggul Dan Berdaya Saing

Merdeka Learning Program Merdeka Campus, especially student internships as a step to gain knowledge, experience, know and know the professional world or the real work system of the professional world. The concept of superior HR is superior performance, competitiveness, skill and quality. The Ministry of Education and Culture (Kemendikbud) has intensified eight Merdeka Learning programs, one of which is the Independent Campus Internship, which attracts students to take part. This internship is an off-campus learning activity that involves students, institutions or universities as well as industry. The subjects in this study were students of the Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics, State University No. The variables in this study were the MBKM Internship Program (X) and Superior and Competitive HR (Y). The author uses quantitative methods using descriptive research methods to describe the results of the research carried out. In this study the authors used a questionnaire as a tool to collect data. Then the data obtained were analyzed using the validity test, reliability test, normality test, simple linear regression analysis, t test (partial) and determinant test with the help of IBM SPSS version 25. The results showed that based on the results of the t test (partial) the variable t value was obtained. Excellent and Competitive HR (X) is 4,511 with a significant value of 0.000, which is smaller than 0.05. So it can be concluded that the MBKM Internship Program variable (X) has a significant positive effect on the Superior and Competitive HR variable (Y). Based on the determinant test, it can be seen that the value (Adjusted R Square) is 0.356, so the contribution of the influence of the MBKM Internship Program independent variable (X) on the Superior and Competitive HR variable (Y) in simple linear regression is 35.6% while the remaining 64.4% is influenced by factors others that were not investigated in this study. From the results of the analysis conducted by researchers, it can be concluded that there is an influence of the MBKM Internship Program on the achievement of Superior and Competitive Human Resources.

Performance Feedback in Organizations: Understanding the Functions, Forms, and Important Features

ABSTRACT Feedback surrounds our personal and professional worlds, informing us about what worked and what did not. Within workplace settings, it is important to understand how feedback operates in order to deliberately and carefully craft performance information that, when delivered, generates desirable organizational outcomes. The current paper examines the many potential functions of feedback, including details on how such functions might be established. Behavioral investigations into how to best structure and deliver feedback are detailed, along with considerations of factors that may impact the reception of feedback. Finally, using the current literature as a blueprint, several possible research directions are suggested that would fit well within a behavior analytic perspective.

Metalepsis and the Role of Domain Experts in the Wine Manga The Drops of God

This paper claims that the authors of the Japanese wine manga The Drops of God were able to create a convincing professional world by using real-life domain experts as fictional characters. In fiction, the device known as metalepsis involves either the illusion of a character entering our world or the introduction of real people into the narrative. The Drops of God features metaleptic movements in both directions. This paper builds upon previous FASP research which has shown that specialized genre fiction is marked by the use of distinct, specialized vocabulary and knowledge, and the presence of domain experts. These features make the professional world that is depicted seem real, thereby enhancing readerly satisfaction. While the experts in The Drops of God use wine language and terminology correctly, the hero of the manga is not a domain specialist but an iconoclast who breaks most of the rules governing the correct use of winespeak and wine appreciation. It is argued in the paper that the metaleptic incursions by real-life domain experts and fictional characters, along with the complex, contradictory attitudes expressed about domain expertise—particularly winespeak—combined to make the manga a powerful tool for wine advertising.

Bringing the Entrepreneurial Mindset into Mining Engineering Education

There has been an ongoing debate on how to transform engineering education to better prepare students for today`s professional world that is characterized by increasingly complex problems and challenges that engineers are tasked with upon entering the industry. Within the conceive–design–implement–operate (CDIO) framework, entrepreneurship education presents a valuable pedagogical approach to foster the necessary skills of the students through integrated, hands-on, active learning experiences. While numerous publications have addressed possibilities of how experiential, problem-based, project-based and active learning can be integrated into engineering curriculum, there has been hardly any attention on mining engineering with respect to adopting this approach. This paper will address the possibilities of integrating entrepreneurship education into mining engineering programs in particular. This paper will enhance and foster discussion among academics from mining engineering on how to integrate elements of entrepreneurship education on a course, program and departmental level to infuse value creation experiences across the curriculum.