Changes In Society Research Articles

Factors Mitigating Against Women Participation in Computer Science in Borno State

Women's “second class” position in our society necessitated their struggle for equality with men to enable them survive in this changing society. Western education has influenced some traditional practices of our society, so much that the traditional ties of domestic responsibilities such as running the homes do not bind the modern women. The development of science and technology can make men and women to become self-reliant and less dependent and enable them to contribute meaningfully to the nation building. The paper examines the concept of computer science; the access of women to computer science; the role of computer science knowledge in nation building; and the factors mitigating against the active involvement of women in computer science. Recommendations were suggested: government should provide the necessary facilities needed for the programme; Religious and Community leaders should educate their members about the important of girl- child(women) education in the family and nation building.; They should also be enlightened about gender equality in the society so that the preference of males over females should be eliminated; In order to improve on the enrolment of female children into school, government should emphasis on the laws and policies that prohibit the removal of female children from school and early/forced marriage. So that they (women) can be equally represented with their male counter parts in the discipline.

Evaluation of the Implementation of the COVID-19 Response Village in Kelambir Lima Kebun Village, Hamparan Perak District

This research aims to analyze evaluation of the implementation of the COVID-19 response village in Kelambir Lima Kebun Village, Hamparan Perak District. This research uses a form of descriptive research with a qualitative approach. The criteria for research informants are stakeholders and village non-governmental organizations that are implementers of COVID-19 response village policies in handling COVID-19 in Kelambir Lima Kebun Village, Hamparan Perak District, namely village heads, village officials, village health officers, community leaders, parties sub-district officers who are a team of COVID-19 volunteers and village communities. Interview, literature, and documentation data collection techniques. Data analysis techniques for condensing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions. The research results show that the implementation of the COVID-19 response village in Kelambir Lima Kebun Village, Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency is in accordance with the standards for handling COVID-19 based on Circular Letter Number 8, 2020 concerning COVID-19 response villages and the confirmation that cash-intensive work is already running but not yet running optimally. There are several obstacles in the implementation of the COVID-19 response village in Kelambir Lima Kebun Village, Hamparan Perak District, Deli Serdang Regency, namely minimal budget for implementing the COVID-19 response village, the difficulty of changing society's culture and thinking regarding COVID-19, and lack of coordination.

College English Mobile Learning Patterns Based on Multi-Modal Learning From “Internet +” Perspective

Under the background of Internet Plus, the rapid development of the mobile Internet technology has led to the widespread use of the PCs and smartphones, bringing out new chances for college English mobile learning. More importantly, with the trend of globalization, the complex situation has set higher demands for this generation. In order to promote college students’ English learning effectiveness and enhance comprehensive English skills, this paper explores possible mobile learning patterns based on multi-modal learning that college students can apply in English learning, according to the theories of the Multi-modal Discourse Analysis and mobile learning. Included in the study are the employment of questionnaires and interviews. The results show that teachers’ construction of multi-modal teaching and students’ after-class multi-modal learning play a significant role in improving college students’ English proficiency. The research, therefore, will provide some possible insight into cultivating college students’ comprehensive English skills to adapt to the changing society.

"Ava en la noche", de Manuel Vicent: formación artística y concienciación política bajo la noche franquista

In "Ava en la noche" (2020), Manuel Vicent narrates the learning process of a young aspiring screenwriter and film director who, in the early sixties, shapes his conscience as he experiences Franco’s repression and perceives a demanding society of change. The objectives of this paper are to explore the novel from the theoretical perspective of the Künstlerroman (or “artist’s novel”), and to apply certain initiatory categories of the hero outlined by mythical studies. The analysis of these elements makes visible the vital and aesthetic phases that lead the protagonist to existential maturity, to his historicity and to the commitment of his filmic art in correlation with the questioning of the dictatorial regime.

Engineering education challenges and strengths: reflecting on key-stakeholder's perspectives

We live in a society in constant scientific and technological change, where engineering education is required to develop the competences needed for future engineers to be able to respond to the complex and interdisciplinary problems that arise from this. It is no longer enough just to provide updated scientific and technological training to students, but it is also required to articulate the needs of society with the design of the curriculum and the expectations of the different stakeholders. The present paper's goal is to present the perceptions about engineering education through the lens of different institutional stakeholders, following a qualitative design study, through semi-structured interviews with seven key-stakeholders representing different scientific and professional institutions. These interviewees play an important role in the definition of guidelines for the engineering profession and in (re)thinking curricula reflecting the interaction with society, training and research. In this sense, it aims to explore the following objectives: (i) to know the perception about the profession, the profile of engineers and the engineering curricula; (ii) to identify the challenges posed to engineers in the job market and in society, today and in the future; and (iii) to reflect on a desirable profile to be attained by engineering students at the end of their Higher Education path. From the interviewees' perspective, competences development effectively involves learning approaches that realize which problem-solving strategies, concepts and capacities for social action should be developed in students, which are not restricted to disciplinary or specific content, but which allow (de)constructing curricula that reflect the different needs of society. In fact, as well as including the point of view of renowned international associations, this article reinforces the idea that the integration of science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) into curricula is not only a challenge, but also a growing and inevitable phenomenon in response to society's needs. The curriculum, the competences to be privileged, the importance of interdisciplinarity, and the contribution of STEM and STEAM approaches from an integrated engineering perspective are interpreted as difficulties but also the target opportunities.

Membangun kecakapan kewarganegaraan digital melalui implementasi PKn di era revolusi industri 4.0

The 4.0 Revolution has profoundly changed education, particularly in civic education. This research explores the implementation of digital citizenship in the Civic Education (Civics) curriculum, identifies the challenges, and assesses the relationship between Civics and digital citizenship skills. The study used qualitative methods to explore the integration of information and communication technology in Civics teaching and strategies for developing students' digital skills. The results showed constraints such as limited infrastructure and teachers' professional development needs as the main barriers. However, the integration of digital citizenship has the potential to increase students' understanding and participation in civic practices, both locally and globally. The study recommends adaptive policies and increased investment in teacher training and technological infrastructure, so that civic education can more effectively face the challenges of the digital age. This research underscores the importance of innovative approaches in education to prepare students for a changing society.

A belowground perspective on the nexus between biodiversity change, climate change, and human well‐being

AbstractSoil is central to the complex interplay among biodiversity, climate, and society. This paper examines the interconnectedness of soil biodiversity, climate change, and societal impacts, emphasizing the urgent need for integrated solutions. Human‐induced biodiversity loss and climate change intensify environmental degradation, threatening human well‐being. Soils, rich in biodiversity and vital for ecosystem function regulation, are highly vulnerable to these pressures, affecting nutrient cycling, soil fertility, and resilience. Soil also crucially regulates climate, influencing energy, water cycles, and carbon storage. Yet, climate change poses significant challenges to soil health and carbon dynamics, amplifying global warming. Integrated approaches are essential, including sustainable land management, policy interventions, technological innovations, and societal engagement. Practices like agroforestry and organic farming improve soil health and mitigate climate impacts. Effective policies and governance are crucial for promoting sustainable practices and soil conservation. Recent technologies aid in monitoring soil biodiversity and implementing sustainable land management. Societal engagement, through education and collective action, is vital for environmental stewardship. By prioritizing interdisciplinary research and addressing key frontiers, scientists can advance understanding of the soil biodiversity–climate change–society nexus, informing strategies for environmental sustainability and social equity.

A DAMA DAS CAMÉLIAS EM VERSOS: DO DRAMA AO CORDEL

This is a comparative analysis between the novel The Lady of the Camellias (1848) and its theater adaptation (1852), both written by Alexandre Dumas Filho, with the version in cordel (2010), produced by Evaristo Geraldo. The story deals with the tragic relationship between the courtesan, Marguerite Gautier, and the young bourgeois, Armand Duval. The figure of the young man from a traditional family who falls in love with the sinner had already been represented by other writers, inspired by the forbidden relationships between lovers of different ancestries and social classes, such as Victor Hugo and his Marion Delorme. Set in the nineteenth-century Paris, the novel portrays a changing society, influenced by the bourgeois revolutions. Despite its modernizing ideals, the bourgeois retained old religious and moral values of the old ruling class, the aristocracy. The analysis starts from the intertextual characteristics, however, in addition to the similarities, the elements that distance the works are highlighted, to understand how the moralizing characteristics of bourgeois society were portrayed in the process of adaptation for the cordel genre.

The legacy of a 20th-century cleric: a Catholic priest’s economic chronicles. Anthropological insights from written documents

This study focuses on a unique collection of personal economic records and additional documents from the 20th century, belonging to a Catholic priest from Satu Mare County, Romania. The material is exceptional, as it represents a rare collection of written documents from the Hungarian-speaking region of the 20th century, authored by a Catholic priest. These records provide an in-depth look into the life of a priest, who, despite his clerical duties, maintained a strong connection to farming, a legacy from his farmer-herdsman parents of Swabian descent. The economic records, which span from 1949 to the 1960s, offer insights into the priest's personal and economic life. They include narratives about managing a parish, engaging in farming activities, and handling personal financial transactions. These documents not only reflect his efforts to balance religious responsibilities with agricultural interests but also illuminate the socio-economic conditions of the time. The study explores the priest's economic decisions, the value he placed on different assets, and his understanding of wealth in a changing society. It also examines the broader context of peasant embourgeoisement in 20th-century Romania, highlighting how a priest and his family navigated the transition from a traditional peasant lifestyle to a more bourgeois existence. This transition is evidenced by their adoption of modern goods and technologies, changes in family dynamics, and shifts in career strategies, reflecting the complex interplay between personal, economic, and social factors during a period of significant societal change. Overall, the paper offers a micro-historical perspective on the life of this 20th-century priest, providing valuable insights into his unique experiences and the broader socio-economic transformations of the era.

Cultivating ambiguities within higher music education – preparation for singers’ professional societal participation in opera conservatory and music theatre programs

Earlier research has stated the need for conservatory education to prepare aspiring musicians more thoroughly for a dynamic and changing society. A project that challenges the conservatory tradition is Sammankonst (TogetherArt) where students at a musical theatre program at folk high school level collaborate with intellectually disabled adults. Based on a phenomenological way of thinking, this article aims to describe and analyze the education of aspiring musicians for professional participation in society based on an analysis of experiences among conservatory students, music theater students and their teachers. Interviews were made with six conservatory students, 15 musical theatre students, and two teachers. The results show ambiguities when it comes to what voice students should be prepared for and how the choice of preparations influence the view of singing and musicians’ quality competence.

Intrincada construcción de identidad profesional y relaciones de poder: percepciones en docentes universitarios de Educación Física (Intricate construction of professional identity and power relations: perceptions in university Physical Education teachers)

Physical Education (PE) teachers, faced with the demands of a complex and changing society, warn that they are being placed before the educational system, as one of the main responsible for the crisis that university education is going through, events that disrupt the sense of professional identity forged during years of initial and in-service training. Aim. Understand the construction of representations of professional identity in a context of intersubjective positions of power based on interactive/reflective discourses among university PE teachers. Method. Qualitative, inductive, open coding, dynamic and interactive with support in Atlas.ti 8, for data analysis. Results. It is not possible to identify constructs-perceptions of professional identity, detached from a network, a field of very subtle arrangements and dissents that define positions, alliances, oppositions and intersubjective power relations among university PE teachers; Teachers go through tortuous experiences that prevent them from building their own identity; what exists is an attributed and pre-established identity; They associate their identity with “should be”, regulated-supervised by institutional-normative management and with ways of responding to the expectations and interests of others. Conclusion. In the current university management model, the teacher, in addition to assuming an attributed identity, linked to structural positions of dominance-subordination, experiences certain external pressures to abdicate his vocation and professional training in favor of the idea of ​​becoming a scientific and bureaucratic being. out of obligation. Institutional programs are needed to build university identity processes. Keywords: professional identity, university identity, university teaching, professional training, power relations, physical education teacher.

The Future is Now: Educators’ Vision for Tomorrow

Education is never far from the news. It is intimately tied to the past, the present and the future. Some say that the past is where education has remained in terms of vision and practice. The more optimistic see education as taking stock of the past to create a present and a future. We are on the threshold of several important national milestones. The National Strategy for Education is up for review in the next two years as well as the National Curriculum. Then there is the collective agreement for educators, which is up for review in 2023. The future of educators hinges on the present and the future. This research, therefore, invited educators to reflect on the future of education and educators themselves. Nine focus groups were conducted, with 45 participants in total. Five key themes emerged from the data as influencing the future of education and educators, namely teaching and learning, leadership and climate, the education system itself, policy, and a changing society. The insights may serve as the basis for reflection and as a springboard for the generation of policy and practice on a national level.

Youth – Agents of Change? German Views on a Possible Paradigm Shift

Abstract Young people are traditionally seen as the future of church and society, as “agents of change.”1 In Europe one might be reminded of the fundamental change during the late 1960s, when mainly students formed demonstrations induced by the Vietnam war and the downsides of the bourgeois structures of society during the post ww ii-period. These experiences formed an image of youth that grounded research in sociology, psychology, and pedagogy for a long period of time and still seem to influence actual thinking and talking about youth. But is this view still appropriate? Are young people of today still “agents of change”? In the following, this image shall be contrasted with recent findings from Germany which indicate a change, a possible paradigm shift, regarding political interest, relations between generations and finally the role of youth ministry as a possible companion for young people in the middle of a changing society – and even the entire world – facing fundamental tasks.

Pragmatism as basis of the integration of Indigenous knowledge systems and practices in the Philippine K-12 Indigenous Peoples Education Program: Problematizing and ways forward

I interrogate the Philippine Indigenous Peoples Education’s operational construct of culture to explicate its indigenous knowledge systems and practices (IKSP) integration into the K-12 curriculum. Pragmatism as a philosophical framework mainly guides the argument in this paper. In the first part, I introduce the old and contemporary meanings of culture and point out flaws in the IKSP integration. Literature backing the essence of IKSP integration into the school curriculum dominated by the Western knowledge system is discussed in the second part, followed by a discussion on culture and indigeneity that nuance further the IKSP integration in public education. The Philippine Indigenous Peoples Education is presented next, highlighting its definition of IPs, focus areas, support systems, and recent developments, ending with a critique. Analysis and discussion follow. The paper concludes with a challenge, especially for the education sectors, to reframe their lenses at looking at culture to build authentic relationships with indigenous communities and provide indigenous learners with an education that is need-based and culture-sensitive, one that respects their worldviews, knowledge systems, heritages, and identities, one that is truly liberating. Providing IPs an education responsive to the changing society can help them achieve a real sense of self-determination for social progress.

Language, Social Conflict, and Their Implications for the World of Education: A Case Study in One Region of Indonesia

Acts of violence in a changing society, as occurred in Balinuraga Village, South Lampung Regency, have had a significant impact on national stability. Based on this, the aim of this research is to analyze communication of social conflict between ethnic Lampung and ethnic Balinese in Balinuraga village, Way Panji District, South Lampung Regency.This type of research is qualitative research. Based on the problem investigated, this research is classified as case research, to provide a detailed description of the sources of conflict, impacts and social conflict communication management that are unique to the case. Primary data was obtained from 15 key informants from several ethnicities across generations and religions. The methods used to collect data were participant observation, in-depth interviews, document study, and triangulation. The data collection instrument is a questionnaire sheet. The technique used to analyze data is qualitative descriptive analysis. Data analysis was carried out qualitatively interpretatively by applying conflict theory, conflict management, functional structural theory and communication theory. From the communication perspective, the current research found out that the source of social conflict between Balinese ethnic (Balinuraga) and Lampung ethnic (Agom Village) in 2012 in Way Panji District, was communication could be the source of conflict if communication is influenced by elements of group sentiment. This poor communication has an impact on social conflict in Balinuraga village. The government has handled the consequences of conflict through reconciliation; rehabilitation; and post-conflict reconstruction. Likewise, the people of Balinuraga have also handled conflict through ideological integration and social integration

Development of innovative activity of universities: domestic and international experience

The Republic of Kazakhstan has adopted the State Program of Industrial and Innovative Development for 2020-2025, the purpose of which is to achieve the competitiveness of the manufacturing industry in the domestic and foreign markets. The success of the implementation of this program largely depends on the combined efforts of university science, the potential of research institutes, business, with state support in the field of budget financing and in other areas. The purpose of the study is to identify the challenges facing the modern Kazakh higher education system in the context of economic modernization to increase its sustainability and competitiveness. In this regard, special attention is paid to the innovative component of any field of activity. The article, based on the study of world experience, identifies the main problems that hinder innovation activity at universities in Kazakhstan and provides recommendations on how to overcome them. As the pace of discovery and competition accelerates at the global level, universities are creating a culture in which entrepreneurship and innovative thinking are encouraged. Students under the guidance of teachers actively develop startups, striving to change society for the better by participating in social entrepreneurship. Innovative activities of universities are accompanied by the establishment of partnerships with leading companies and research institutes. The article presents the experience of leading universities in the USA, as well as universities in Central and Eastern Europe, Tokyo University (Japan) to increase the innovation activity of Kazakhstani universities. Traditional methods of analysis and synthesis, logical thinking, systematization and generalization of accumulated material were used to uncover the issues under study.

Security as a fundamental human right

The article is dedicated to the consideration of the right to security as a fundamental human right. The problems related to the right to security are complex and are determined by the specifics of the current development of society. It is shown that in modern conditions the right to security exists de facto by default, but de jure does not have the status of a fundamental and universal human right. At the same time, the right to security is a legal recognition of the existence of safe conditions of existence for every person and the context for the realization of both individual and the entire complex of human rights. The article proves that the right to security is an integral concept, which is confirmed by a significant number of rights derived from it. It is proven that modern ideas about security are determined by secularization and anthropological trends.
 Today, the content of the concept of "security" emphasizes the individual, not the state. Unlike previous eras, the responsibility for creating and functioning laws and rules for a safe life rest with a person.
 Considerable attention is paid to the modern understanding of the right to security, which has its cultural basis in the form of a change in the normative model of society: the current society is a society of dynamic changes, risks, and conflicts, in which the main social ideal is security, and not equality as it was followed in previous eras. It is also noted that different historical and cultural systems have their ideas about security and specific means of ensuring it.
 The right to security, in an ontological sense, is close to the right to freedom, as it exists in two forms - positive (as a system of measures to counter dangers and threats and ensure stability) and negative (as a state of individual protection from risks and threats). It is emphasized that the right to security is basic (background) for the realization of all other human rights.

Experience of girls on menstrual hygiene and health

This study explores and analyses the lived experiences and challenges faced by girl in menstrual hygiene and health during their menstruation in school. While exploring the experiences the study related to liberal feminism prospect as girls' personal experiences in menstrual hygiene and health followed the empowerment theory of three key dimensions i.e. agency, resources, and achievements, and applied phenomenological study designed. Information was collected and analyzed by transcribing the record in the native language, coding, creating themes, and interrelationships of themes. Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Results show that girls were able to empower, foster confidence, and change individuals and society through schools and retain them in the school education system. Better service and an enabling environment from colleagues, teachers, and family are important. This is drawn from the study that, peer education and boys’ involvement in menstrual hygiene and health issues in school education and service improvement as well as health promotion are recommended to be treated as a priority in the future.

A GOOD EDUCATION SYSTEM IN DR. B.R. AMBEDKAR’S THOUGHTS

Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedker was a well-known teacher himself. He established People‟s Education Society in Bombay and Aurangabad to educate the students of Dalit community. His educational philosophy is reflected in his lectures, his published articles in various magazines and his work in the educational institutions. He said that every educational institute should be an agency of change society. Dr. Ambedkar strongly held that education should be a priority for the society and utilised for growth of individuals with character. The present paper is concerned with his educational thoughts of Dr. Ambedkar. Dr. Ambedkar wanted a type of education that not only inculcates awareness and fulfilment of human rights among citizen but also teaches human dignity and justice in India. According to him Education could open the eyes and encourage the oppressed ones to fight and remove injustice and exploitation they are suffering from ages. He recognized that, lack of education was the main cause for the backwardness of poor people. He preferred humanistic education which enables a man to rediscover himself and ensure freedom rather than being a student of the church, school or the state. He put all his efforts to ensure the educational opportunities to all the citizens of independent India without any discrimination, for which he framed some rights in Indian Constitution.

The Understanding of Curriculum Change

The curriculum is the key and indispensable part of the academic and training system that contains immense aims of scientific, thought, social, political, cultural, and moral facets. The curriculum is continually changing to suit the needs of changing society and changing knowledge. Curriculum change refers to the process of modifying, revising, or updating the content, structure, and delivery of a curriculum. Changes to a curriculum are necessary to keep up with current research and best practices regarding how to increase student learning and how to track progress. This book chapter has been explaining various issues on the subject of curriculum and curriculum change. It includes definition of curriculum, purpose and factors of developing a curriculum, goals/objectives/content of curriculum, curriculum change, types/forms/importance of curriculum change, curriculum change process, factors affecting curriculum change. It ends by describing the models for curriculum change. The curriculum is the key and indispensable part of the academic and training system that contains immense aims of scientific, thought, social, political, cultural, and moral facets. The curriculum is continually changing to suit the needs of changing society and changing knowledge. Curriculum change refers to the process of modifying, revising, or updating the content, structure, and delivery of a curriculum. Changes to a curriculum are necessary to keep up with current research and best practices regarding how to increase student learning and how to track progress. This book chapter has been explaining various issues on the subject of curriculum and curriculum change. It includes definition of curriculum, purpose and factors of developing a curriculum, goals/objectives/content of curriculum, curriculum change, types/forms/importance of curriculum change, curriculum change process, factors affecting curriculum change. It ends by describing the models for curriculum change.