Progressive Research Articles

A Study of Adolescents' Behavioral Responses to Public Events and Guidance Trends in Social Media Platforms

With the popularization and development of social media, adolescence has become an important platform for adolescents to express their views, exchange information and participate in society. The purpose of this paper is to explore in depth adolescents' behavioral responses to public events on social media and their guiding trends and to analyze adolescents' motivations for using social media, the manifestation of public events on social media, the application of social movement theories in social media research, and the modern transformation of public sphere theories. Using a mixed-methods design that combines quantitative and qualitative data analysis, this study provides a comprehensive picture of adolescents' behavioral patterns, motivations for participation, and social impact on social media, as well as their roles and challenges in public discourse. The study revealed that adolescents respond to a variety of types of public events, including posting, commenting, sharing, and engaging in hashtags. Adolescents' interactive behaviors on social media information diffusion, opinion formation, and social mobilization are important social impacts of adolescents' social media behaviors. They accelerate the spread of information through sharing and retweeting, participate in the discussion of public issues and have a direct impact on the formation of public opinion. In addition, social media has become an effective tool for mobilizing social action, and adolescents promote practical action and participation in public issues by interacting with and organizing online activities. This study proposes a series of coping strategies, including improving users' media literacy and information discernment, social media platforms to strengthen the regulation and auditing of information dissemination, and the government and the community to strengthen the regulation and governance of the social media field. This study provides new perspectives for understanding adolescents' social participation in the digital age, showing how social media, as a new public sphere, affects public discourse, social mobilization, and the formation of civic identity. The findings not only provide rich empirical material for sociological theories but also provide valuable insights for promoting social public participation, improving information quality, and advancing social progress. Future research can further explore the impact of social media on adolescents' social participation in different cultural and social contexts, as well as how to optimize the efficacy of social media as a platform for public discourse and social mobilization through educational and policy interventions.

Conservation of the Rare and Endangered Vascular Plants in the Mining and Tourism Area: Khibiny Mountains, Murmansk Region, Russia.

The Khibiny Mountains (hereafter called Khibiny Mts.) are one of the most urbanized and industrialized regions in the Russian Arctic. There are combined a developed mining complex, elaborate infrastructure, a well-known tourist resort, and a large population, all amidst an exceptionally rich biodiversity of plants. In this study, we analyzed the current knowledge of the spatial distribution of rare and endangered vascular plants and vegetation and the impacts of human activities on these ecosystems. Approximately 28% of the protected vascular plant species in the Murmansk Region were registered within the confines of the Khibiny Mts. In particular, although only a handful of protected species had a widespread presence, most rare species were confined to the southern reaches of the mountain range, with only a select few extending into other parts. Papaver lapponicum was the only species that thrived across the entire territory, including industrial areas. The studied territory contained nine specially protected areas spanning 123,220 hectares. Nature monuments adjacent to mining sites and urban centers play an important role in preserving regional biodiversity. However, the expansion of the mining industry, alongside deforestation and wildfires, poses considerable threats to the biodiversity of the Khibiny Mts. A comprehensive biodiversity conservation strategy implemented in this region balances the local and expansive territorial protection of rare species and habitats, ensuring environmental preservation while facilitating social and economic progress, a noteworthy example of environmental protection in the Arctic.

Historical Development of Alternative Education: Western Perspective

Abstract: This paper delves into the intricate tapestry of alternative education within the context of the Western world, tracing its historical trajectory from its inception to contemporary manifestations. Alternative education, often emerging as a response to mainstream educational paradigms, embodies diverse philosophies and practices aimed at fostering holistic development, critical thinking, and individualized learning experiences. Drawing upon historical records, philosophical treatises, and educational movements, this paper explores the evolution of alternative educational approaches, highlighting key figures, ideologies, and movements that have shaped its development over time. From the Renaissance humanism to the progressive education movement of the 20th century, this study elucidates the underlying motivations and societal contexts that have propelled the proliferation of alternative educational models. Moreover, it examines the enduring relevance and challenges faced by alternative education in the contemporary landscape, amidst changing societal dynamics and educational policies. This paper talks about the role of Montessori education, Waldorf education, STEM etc in western education. Through a comprehensive analysis, this paper illuminates the rich tapestry of alternative education in the Western world, offering insights into its historical significance and potential avenues for future exploration and innovation.

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Abstract The article outlines the basic lines of a phenomenology of driving. The starting point is the thesis that “driving” does not occur in nature and is therefore a form of movement reserved for humans, which is linked to the invention of the wheel. This invention expanded the possibilities of mobility in technical and social terms. We argue that, on the one hand, travelling on wheels strengthens individuality and the feeling of freedom, but on the other hand it has a strong socio-political component that is often ignored: Efficient driving requires a dense road network, and this only emerges as the achievement of a community. Referring back to Matthew B. Crawford’s philosophy of driving and Günther Anders’ philosophy of technology, the question of whether the “autonomous car” restricts or expands the freedom of drivers is discussed. Finally, it is shown that the concept of driving, as manifested above all in the automobile, has also had a significant influence on our concept of social progress. However, this concept has fallen into crisis due to the ecological collateral damage of combustion technology.

A Study on the Spatio-Temporal Evolution Characteristics of Social Development Levels in China

With the increase in regional economic development disparities, a regional coordinated development strategy is put forward that prioritizes human welfare and holistic social progress over a purely materialistic growth model. To address the challenges of balanced regional development, this paper has developed a multidimensional assessment framework of social development encompassing education, healthcare, culture, and social security. Using the entropy weight TOPSIS method, this study measures the social development level across 296 Chinese prefecture-level cities from 1990 to 2020. It explores the spatio-temporal evolution characteristics of China’s social development level through the Dagum Gini coefficient decomposition method and exploratory spatial data analysis. The results indicate that (1) the level of social development in China exhibits a fluctuating upward trend over the time series, showing a phase-wise pattern of decline–rise–rise; (2) there is a clear heterogeneity in the level of social development, with a general hierarchy of Eastern, Northeastern, Western, and Central regions in terms of social development; (3) spatially, China’s social development level has evolved from a patchy distribution in 1990 to a clustered distribution around urban agglomerations by 2020, with pronounced characteristics of spatial imbalance; (4) the level of social development in China displays varying degrees of spatial clustering, with this trend intensifying over time; and (5) over the period 1990–2020, the overall disparity in China’s social development level presents a fluctuating trend, with a notable reduction after an initial increase, and regional disparities following the order of Central, Western, Eastern, and Northeastern regions. This research offers valuable insights for policymakers and scholars seeking to understand and enhance China’s social development landscape.

A Study of Female Alienation in The Year of the Flood From the Perspective of Fromm's Alienation Theory

The Year of the Flood is the second book in Margaret Atwood's MaddAddam Trilogy. As a Canadian literary queen, Margaret mainly explores the issue of women's situation and prospects in the society. She depicts the current situation of women with delicate strokes, and The Year of the Flood is a typical example of this. This novel depicts the post-apocalyptic scenario faced by mankind after a waterless flood. The work delves into the postmodern society's over-reliance on technology and material development. People blindly pursue development rather than to fulfil real needs. In this background, the novel reveals the alienating effects of the egoistic tendencies of the society on women's existential condition. This paper applies Fromm's Alienation Theory to analyse the existential situation faced by women in the novel in a capitalist society. The society tends to take economic growth and technological progress as the criteria for measuring social progress, while ignoring the carrying capacity of the ecological environment and the spiritual needs of human beings. This single path of pursuing development not only causes damage to nature, but also alienates women's state of being. Margaret Atwood's works aim to provoke thinking and self-reflection, calling attention to the interactive relationship between man and nature, and man and society. She tries to establish a social order full of respect, equality and social responsibility. Only by truly liberating women and paying attention to the natural environment can mankind achieve true freedom and liberation.

"Why Do 'Zombie Companies' Remain 'Undead'?"

"Zombie companies" have long been a significant problem troubling the economic development and social progress of our country. Based on this issue, this project aims to explore the social impact factors of "zombie companies" and support enterprises to "de-zombify" to facilitate the rational and effective allocation of market resources. The discussion unfolds from theoretical, practical, mechanism, and policy levels consecutively. By exploring the intrinsic logical relationship between "zombie companies" and the market, we analyze reasonable mechanisms that can enable the effective exit of zombie companies, which aligns with the orderly operation of the market under modern economic conditions. This is conducive to the theoretical logic of facilitating the domestic circulation and achieving a virtuous cycle of industrial capital and financial capital. At the same time, it reveals potential internal issues within enterprises, such as lack of initiative, irrational allocation of resources, repayment of financial debts, etc., and proposes relevant policy recommendations for these issues, laying a solid foundation for the long-term development of enterprises and the market.

The Correction Strategy of Artificial Intelligence Embedding into the Negative Social Mentality of the Marginal Group of College Students in the New Era

Artificial intelligence is a rapidly developing technology that is gradually changing the pace of modern people's lives and ways of working. As AI enters the field of higher education, it is generating increasingly significant functions and effects. Artificial intelligence is having a certain impact on the growth of college students, and as a marginalized group of college students in the new era, it also presents unique social attitudes and patterns. Strengthening the correction of negative social attitudes towards marginalized groups of college students is of great practical significance for promoting social progress and development. This article takes the marginalized group of college students in a certain university in China as the research basis and concludes that: 1.there are significant differences in the scores of social emotions among marginalized groups of college students of different genders; 2.There are significant differences in the scores of social needs, social cognition, and social emotions among marginalized groups of college students from different disciplines; 3.There are significant differences in the scores of social needs, social cognition, social emotions, social values, and social behavioral tendencies among marginalized groups of college students of different grades. Research has found that artificial intelligence can have a positive impact on academic achievement, career planning, social responsibility, and creativity of marginalized groups of college students. It is suggested that universities should take artificial intelligence as their starting point and think from four dimensions: family factors, school factors, social factors, and personal factors, striving to guide marginalized groups of college students to establish a healthy and positive social mentality

Study of the Agricultural Applications of the PageRank Algorithm

As a traditional agricultural country, agriculture is the foundation of China's economic and social development. Therefore, promoting the development of agriculture is a necessary way to realize common prosperity. Applying the PageRank algorithm to agriculture can not only liberate the labor force, but also improve the crop yield to achieve economic optimization and promote social development and progress. By exploring the advantages and disadvantages of the PageRank algorithm, based on the concept of graph theory, different weights are assigned to the links according to the attribute characteristics of the links themselves. Then according to the data validation, experimental analysis, and the results of weight size, match and screen the corresponding web pages, and according to the matching degree and importance of the sequential order, and then collect data. Then the relevant knowledge of graph theory is used to illustrate the crop growth environment and growth factors, and the growth status of the target crops is observed in real-time to optimize the growth conditions at any time. Thus, the optimal growing environment is determined, and the yield of crops is improved to promote economic development.

Modern technologies in the development of higher education teachers’ professional competence

The relevance of the research. The current stage of the historical development of the world community is characterized by the acceleration of scientific, technical and social progress, the large-scale dissemination of new ideas and technologies. Therefore, the reproduction of knowledge carriedout on an innovative basis is relevant and has an increasing impact on the rate of economic growth. The problem statement. The modern education system is gradually beginning to fully use theresources of the competency-based approach. In vocational education this approach is the conceptual basis for the implementation of an innovation system. The problem of the research is to identify the features of the formation of professional competence of higher education teachers. The purpose of the article is to substantiate modern technologies for developing the professional competence of vocational education teachers to increase their readiness to train future specialists on innovative principles. The research methods used are theoretical analysis of scientific literature on the research problem; study of regulatory documents in the field of education; analysis and synthesis; systematization and generalization; survey. The results and key conclusions. The need for continuous professional development of teachers based on innovative principles and updating of the problem under consideration has been identified. The use of modern pedagogical technologies of distance learning, project-based learning and production technologies for the formation of professional competence of higher education teachers, as well as modern forms of training future qualified specialists, have been justified.

Ideas of education as basic guidelines for ensuring quality of life in modern conditions

In the modern world, education is of great importance, since it is the main source of social progress. Changing technologies in the socio-economic sphere directly affect the transformation of the education sector throughout the world. The presented article is theoretical in nature and is devotedto the scientific problem of the transformation of education in modern sociocultural conditions. The purpose of the research is to reveal the directions of transformation of education as basic guidelines for its quality in modern conditions. The research methods used are analysis, theoretical generalization, forecasting. The results of the research. The definition of “quality of education” has been revealed and the vectors of its development determined; the reasons that caused a serious transformation of the education sector in the world and in Russia have been argued. The drivers that determined the transformation of the educational institution at the present stage have been systematized. Key conclusions: the quality of education is understood as a characteristic of the education system, reflecting the degree of compliance of the actual achieved educational results with regulatory requirements, social and personal expectations; the reasons facilitating the transformation of the education sector at present are: growing globalization, general digitalization, robotization, etc.; The leading drivers determining the development of education include: external, industrial and internal ones.

Research on the Impact of Teachers' Instructional Leadership on Classroom Teaching Quality

Education, as the cornerstone of social progress, bears the important task of cultivating new forces and inheriting culture. In this sacred and challenging mission, the role of teachers is particularly critical. They are not only disseminators of knowledge but also guides for students' hearts, playing a pivotal role in students' growth. This article will delve into multiple dimensions, aiming to explore effective ways to enhance teachers' teaching proficiency and leadership skills. Primary focus is placed on the significance of educational training, exploring methods to provide comprehensive and systematic support for teachers' development. Furthermore, attention is directed towards the construction of a teaching feedback mechanism, elaborating on effective ways to gather and utilize student feedback to assist teachers in continuously improving themselves. Simultaneously, emphasis is also given to the creation of a teaching environment, discussing strategies to foster a comfortable and harmonious work atmosphere to stimulate teachers' enthusiasm for teaching. Ultimately, the recognition and incentivization of teaching leadership achievements are also explored, striving to establish a scientific and reasonable evaluation system and incentive mechanism to ensure that teachers' hard work and remarkable achievements receive due recognition.

Социально-экономическое благополучие как условие формирования потенциального человеческого капитала

The materials of the article are a continuation of a series of the authors’ research devoted to the study of correlation relationship closeness between the level of socio-economic development of the countries and the development of national human capital. Quantitative relationship between the level of socio-economic well-being of the country and development potential of future human capital is the object of attention in the article. Based on the author's interpretation of the concept of "potential human capital" from the standpoint of correlation and regression analysis, influence of socio-economic well-being parameters on the current opportunities of formation and realization of human capital of future generations is considered. Within the framework of the methodological tools of regression analysis, based on calculations of correlation coefficients, there was an attempt to quantify the degree of influence on the dependent variable (potential human capital) of various parameters of socio-economic well–being of countries – per capita income, non-cost characteristics of social development (competitiveness of national economy, level of social progress, level of prosperity, and level of happiness).

АНАЛИЗ ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЯ ЧЕЛОВЕЧЕСКОГО КАПИТАЛА НА ПРИМЕРЕ АГРАРНОГО РЕГИОНА (РЕСПУБЛИКИ ТАТАРСТАН)

Human capital has always been of great importance for the stable economic and social progress of society. The way humanity accumulates experience and develops the potential of society in its various forms is the way of life of society. One of the forms of application of human capital is the agro-industrial complex, which is rightfully considered the foundation of any human economic activity. Purpose of the study: to determine the theoretical basis for the practical use of human capital in the agro-industrial complex of the Republic of Tatarstan and to develop recommendations for its implementation in specific conditions of economic activity. Methodology: analysis of statistical data, description, synthesis, systematic approach, etc. Scientific novelty: The level of socio-economic development of Tatarstan is largely determined by the presence of human capital that can compete with similar capital in other regions. In addition, it is human capital that contributes to the activation of production factors aimed at introducing innovation into production processes and increasing the efficiency of the economic system. The agro-industrial complex of modern Russia is an important industry, the level of development of which determines the country's food security. The political crisis and sanctions have necessitated changes in production technologies and requirements for the qualifications of relevant personnel with the necessary set of competencies, including digital competence.

Gender Equality in E-commerce Business

In the ever-evolving landscape of e-business, gender equality stands as a pivotal determinant of sustainable economic growth and social progress. This study delves into the multifaceted realm of gender equality within the sphere of electronic business, exploring its significance, challenges, and potential solutions. As women constitute a significant portion of the global workforce, their equitable participation in e-business not only fosters diversity but also harnesses untapped talent and creativity. The study also covers best practises and ideas that companies and legislators may implement to advance gender equality in e-business. The efficacy of programmes including skill development efforts, mentorship programmes, and encouraging work conditions in empowering women in the digital economy is investigated. Furthermore, policy interventions concerning education, financing accessibility, and legislative changes are examined as crucial elements of an all-encompassing strategy for achieving gender equality in e-business. The paper draws attention to the ongoing obstacles that women in e-business confront, which range from severely embedded cultural prejudices to restricted access to opportunities and resources. The paper illuminates the obstacles impeding women's active participation in e-commerce, entrepreneurship, and leadership positions through a review of relevant research and case studies. It also highlights the financial benefits of promoting gender equality in e-business by examining the favourable relationships between gender diversity and improved organisational performance, creativity, and decision-making processes. The paper concludes by arguing for a paradigm change in the e-business sector, where gender equality is now seen as an economic need rather than just a social objective. In the digital age, organisations may drive innovation, economic success, and social change by using the full potential of their workforce via the demolition of barriers, acceptance of diversity, and cultivation of inclusive cultures.

The Translation Strategies of Chinese-characteristic Vocabulary from the Perspective of Eco-translatology—Taking the 2023 Chinese Government Work Report as an Example

The English translation of the Chinese government Work Report every year is of great international significance and function. It provides other governments and the public with access to key information about China’s policy direction, governance measures, and social progress. It is also an important means for China to showcase its national image, promote economic development and strengthen its global partnerships. This paper attempts to interpret and analyze the English version of the government work report from the perspective of Eco-translatology, and sort out the translation strategies of a large number of words with Chinese characteristics so as to provide new ideas and perspectives for the translation and dissemination of Chinese excellent culture.

Reflections from members of a collaborative social work practitioner–academic research team investigating the career progression experiences of black social workers

This article shares the reflections of members of a collaborative practitioner–academic research team in social work. The team investigated the career progression experiences of black social workers working in statutory social work services in South-East London. Our intention in this article is to share our experience of researching a subject that holds emotional and political resonance. We do so by offering individual perspectives from different team members on how their project involvement affected them both personally and professionally. We also discuss some of the general themes identified in our reflections. These include practitioners growing in research confidence, the need to create a safe emotional space for stories of researcher discomfort and uncertainty to be heard, the effects of undertaking research on professional social work identity, and curiosity about whether our research endeavours can change social work career progression policies and practices for black social work colleagues. We caution that a safe emotional container is required when researching personally and professionally sensitive, subjects such as racism and discrimination in social work. We hope that our article inspires social work practitioners to become involved in research activities.

Study of a New Photocatalytic Film Process Combined with a Constructed Wetland and an Analysis of Reoxygenation Pathways in a Water Body

Pollution in water environments hinders both social progress and economic development. Wastewater treatment and the sustainable use of water resources are important factors in solving this problem. In a previous study, the authors proposed a process that used photocatalytic film as a back-end treatment in a composite iron–carbon constructed wetland (WIC&PF) to restore a mildly eutrophic water body. This method has strong reoxygenation effects, and can efficiently remove pollutants; these are qualities that have not been mentioned in previous studies regarding constructed wetlands. In this study, the authors further investigated the effectiveness of this process by using a photocatalytic film as a front-end treatment for a composite iron–carbon constructed wetland (PF&WIC) to restore a mildly eutrophic water body. The results showed NH4+-N, TN, TP, COD, and chlorophyll a removal rates using PF&WIC of 79.1 ± 6.6%, 76.8 ± 6.5%, 77.0 ± 5.4%, 77.3 ± 7.2%, and 91.7 ± 5.6%, respectively. The DO concentration of the water body increased compared with that of the effluent. The bacterial species and their abundance in the lake water also changed significantly, and photosynthetic autotrophic bacteria (Cyanobium PCC-6307) became the most dominant bacteria, and this played an important role in reoxygenating the water body. In comparing these results to those of our previous study, the removal of pollutants with PF&WIC was close to that with WIC&PF, but the reoxygenation effect of PF&WIC on the water body was significantly worse than that of WIC&PF; thus, WIC&PF is the more reasonable choice for treating eutrophic water bodies.

“Planning for anything, not for everything:” Uncertainty and temporal coordination in social movement organizing

A month before the 2020 US presidential election, then President Trump amplified a false claim about poll watchers monitoring early voting in Philadelphia, stating “They were thrown out. They weren’t allowed to watch. You know why? Because bad things happen in Philadelphia, bad things.” The months preceding the November 3rd election featured many similar discursive attacks on the integrity of Philadelphia's election systems, part of a larger right-wing campaign to delegitimate election outcomes in advance. Fearing what this might portend for election day, dozens of local progressive movement organizations and activist groups formed the “Philadelphia Action Council” (PAC), a coordinative space for organizing and planning a mobilized response to a contested election. Strategic collective action involves the coordination of complex temporal orientations, at multiple scales, however, PAC activists couldn’t be sure when, where, or for how long they may need to mobilize, nor what sorts of targets or messages or tactics the action should be orientated around. In fact, they couldn’t be sure if they would need to mobilize at all. In this paper, I analyze the temporal structure of the PAC's “action council” model, arguing that the contingent, eventful temporality embedded in the structure of the PAC engendered similarly contingent modifications in the temporal orientations of its participants, allowing PAC activists to embrace uncertainty in ways that they typically strive to avoid. I then demonstrate how the embrace of uncertainty (somewhat paradoxically) expanded the PAC's collective capacity for improvisation and adaptation in the days following the election. This research draws on (and contributes to) critical time studies to further the emergent project of temporalities research in the field of social movements studies.

Innovation of Enterprise Management in the Era of Artificial Intelligence

As a product of social development and technological innovation, Artificial Intelligence has become the driving force of technological innovation and industrial transformation. It profoundly impacts the world economy, social progress as well as people’s lives. Artificial Intelligence’s commercial applications innovate enterprises’ internal operations and production processes, bringing both challenges and opportunities for management. This article analyses innovation in modern enterprise management with specific applications of AI to management theories. Some suggestions are also made for enhancing the application level of Artificial Intelligence in enterprise management.