Successful Assimilation Research Articles

Attitudes towards violence against women among second-generation refugee, migrant and native Swiss adolescents in Zurich, Switzerland

Research on violence against women (VAW) attitudes among adolescent migrant communities is limited. This study examines VAW attitudes in second-generation refugee and migrant adolescents compared to native adolescents in Zurich, Switzerland. Participants completed surveys at ages 15 and 17 as part of a longitudinal study. The research explores differences in VAW attitudes between groups and identifies factors associated with higher support for VAW. Findings show low overall support for VAW across all groups, with second-generation refugee adolescents significantly more likely to support VAW than native adolescents. However, regression analyses controlling for gender, parental education and maternal gender inequality index revealed no direct relationship between migration background and VAW attitudes without interaction terms. Significant interactions were found between refugee background and moral neutralisation of aggression at ages 15 and 17 and with experiencing corporal punishment at age 15. Higher VAW attitudes among second-generation refugees are linked to increased moral neutralisation of aggression and experience of corporal punishment. Interestingly, those with average levels of these factors demonstrate lower VAW attitudes compared to both second-generation migrants and natives, indicating successful assimilation. Overall, while VAW attitudes are generally low among second-generation refugees, targeted interventions addressing moral neutralisation of aggression could mitigate residual higher support during this developmental phase.

Active avoidance learning in rats with different audiogenic epilepsy proneness

The success of the formation of the conditioned reflex reaction of two-way avoidance in the shuttle chamber in rats of 3 strains was evaluated. These were rats predisposed to audiogenic epilepsy – the Krushinsky-Molodkina strain rats (KM), "4" strain (selected from a population of F2 hybrids of the KM strain and sound-insensitive Wistars) and rats of "0" strain, selected for the absence of audiogenic epilepsy from the same population (i. e. these strains, diametrically different in audiogenic epilepsy proneness, possessing a similar genetic background). Experiments have shown significantly more successful assimilation of this skill in rats of the "0" strain.

Practice-oriented tasks as a tool for testing the readiness of high school students for elective courses in informatics

The article substantiates the importance of incoming control for elective courses in informatics. It shows what didactic tools can be used to implement this control. Several elective courses in informatics developed by students of the Physics and Mathematics Department of the Mordovian State Pedagogical University named after M. E. Evseviev on the university discipline "Technology of development and methodology of conducting elective courses in informatics" are given. For each of them, developed practice-oriented tasks for the incoming control are given, which take into account the minimum set of knowledge and skills of schoolchildren necessary for successful assimilation of the material by the latter. Possible results of completing the tasks of the incoming control are demonstrated and it is shown what information a teacher can extract from them in order to effectively create an elective course, including the choice of forms and methods of teaching, organizing the activities of students, combining them into pairs or groups to perform joint project work.

Phytosomes: An Emerging Drug Delivery System

A smart transport procedure known as "Phytosome advancement" has been created to concede phospholipid and water-dissolvable phytoconstituent the capacity to cooperate synergistically. The phospholipid molecule, made out of two fat-dissolvable tails and a water-solvent head, assumes a pivotal part in this cycle. Going about as an emulsifying subject matter expert, it uses its double dissolvability qualities to work with the mix with natural concentrates. The consequence of this blend is the upgrade of the bioavailability of lipid-dissolvable drugs, empowering quicker and more successful assimilation. The meaning of this article lies in its compact outline of both a unique drug conveyance framework and vesicular prescription conveyance frameworks. It plans to give a complete comprehension of different perspectives, including the presentation and clarification of Phytosome, the advantages and detriments related with this conveyance methodology, significant properties to consider, strategies for planning, portrayal procedures, and the wide cluster of uses it offers in the field of medication. It is trusted that this extended substance will help perusers in procuring a more profound comprehension of Phytosome development and its likely ramifications in further developing medication conveyance proficiency.

FEATURES OF ADAPTATION OF CITIZENS OF UKRAINE TO EU COUNTRIES: EMIGRATION CONTEXT

The article examines the essence of the ongoing integration process of Ukrainians into the society of European countries, the peculiarities of the social and personal adaptation of Ukrainian citizens to the EU against the background of forced emigration due to the military conflict in terms of the provisions of Pierre Bourdieu’s theory of the social field. The main qualities of the social field are considered, such as the autonomy of the field, the mutual influence of agents on each other, the influence and types of capital, in particular economic, cultural, social and symbolic capital, as the basis of inequality and struggle within the field. An analysis of the development of relations between the integration of Ukrainians and European society is carried out, taking into account the main indicators of the capital possessed by both parties.The purpose of the article is to study the integration process of Ukraine in the EU in the context of the development of the leading provisions of P. Bourdieu’s theory of the social field.The relevance of the article is due to the fact that the integrative process of society is an extremely complex multi-level procedure, which affects both numerous social relations, separate relations between a person and the State, the relations of various social formations with each other, as well as internal aspects of the individual, forms a new worldview, initiates a different cultural and psychological composition. The integration of Ukrainians is taking place against the background of complex political, military and psychological events. In general, full-fledged integration requires time and constant efforts, changes in the socio-cultural way of life require new adaptation mechanisms and the necessary qualities for successful assimilation of a new way of life and awareness of oneself as a part of another cultural and social stratum. Absolutely all spheres of human life are subject to change, so it is possible to talk about the formation of a new personality, one that did not exist before.It is clear that all these points are gaining research relevance both at the theoretical level and at the level of socio-political practices and the development of an effective international social policy. The result of the article is a complete structural analysis of the social field, which is formed as a result of the integration process between the citizens of Ukraine and the citizens of the European Union states, the concept of signs of the autonomy of the field, mutual influence and mutual dependence of agents, characteristic of the social field according to the theory of Pierre Bourdieu, is developed, data are given to confirm of these features, as well as a study of the types of capital belonging to Ukrainians and citizens of European society, which determine the interaction of both communities, act as means of struggle for power and position in the society that is being formed. In the article, we come to the conclusion that the field that is created has the characteristics of a social field, since all the characteristics of a social field according to P. Bourdieu are present. It is proposed to conduct further research into the patterns of integration of Ukrainians into the EU taking into account this conceptual framework.

NAVIGATING THE JOURNEY TO PEACE: A STUDY OF ASSIMILATION AND REINTEGRATION OF EX-OFFENDERS OF TERRORISM

Objective: This research aims to investigate and analyze the assimilation models of ex-offenders of terrorism and identify the factors that drive them to participate willingly in the process of social reintegration. Theoretical Framework: Using the segmented assimilation theory developed by Porter and Zou, this study examines the movement of former convicts through various institutions and social and economic activities has led to their acceptance by society or if they need to follow a different trajectory. Method: A qualitative descriptive ap proach, coupled with the phenomenological method, was employed to gain profound insights into the lived experience of 15 former convicts hailing from diverse districts and cities in Central Java, Indonesia. To collect the data, we conduct interviews individually and in group to gain extensive their trajectory experiences for peace. Results and Discussion: The results of the study indicate that two trajectory models occur in society as a way of returning former terrorists to a peaceful path: (a) the independent model and (b) the institutional model. The independent model focuses on individual roles and initiatives in the ex-offender communicating with the community through family, friends, or community leaders and religious paths to gain the trust of the intended social community. Research Implications: This study provides valuable insights into the mechanisms of social reintegration for ex-offenders of terrorism, highlighting the importance of both individual initiatives and institutional support in facilitating successful assimilation into society. Originality/Value: The study offers an original contribution to the field by examining the specific assimilation trajectories of ex-terrorists, providing a nuanced understanding of the social reintegration process and identifying key factors that influence successful reintegration.

Empowering health professions educators: enhancing curriculum delivery through customized e-tutorial training on fundamental digital tools.

In the dynamic landscape of education, the fusion of technology and learning, commonly termed "technology-enhanced learning" (TEL), has emerged as a transformative phenomenon. This study focuses on the imperative integration of TEL in medical education, recognizing the diverse digital literacy levels of adult learners. The exploration introduces the innovative E-Portal training program, designed to empower health professions educators with essential skills for proficiently employing digital tools in instruction. A dedicated team of medical educationists conducted a thorough investigation into E-curriculum design and delivery, employing the Moodle Learning Management System as the foundation for the E-Portal training program. The training, spanning crucial stages such as course design, content delivery, self-paced teaching, and quality assessment, facilitated participant progression at individual paces, unlocking subsequent steps upon meeting stipulated prerequisites. A pre-training questionnaire gauged participants' comprehension of distance learning, e-learning, synchronous and asynchronous teaching, and self-directed study. Subsequent focus group discussion post-training generated rich insights into participants' experiences, reflections, and identified challenges. The results illuminate participants' limited adeptness with e-learning terminology, successful assimilation of components and functionalities, and heightened confidence in online teaching practices. However, discerned challenges during implementation, such as technical hurdles and engagement issues, highlight the multifaceted nature of TEL integration. While the E-Portal training positively impacted preparedness, participant feedback advocates for improvements in assessment tools, technical training provisions, and exploration of alternative Learning Management Systems. Study emphasizes the ongoing need for diverse training methodologies across Learning Management Systems, acknowledging the evolving nature of education and technology. This study underscores the transformative role of a tailored E-Portal training program in seamlessly integrating digital tools into medical education. The comprehensive insights provided contribute to a nuanced understanding of the advantages, obstacles, and potential avenues for enhancement in curriculum delivery through technology-enhanced learning, thereby propelling the field forward.

Didactic conditions for improving demonstration experiments in physics in pedagogical universities

Relevance. The relevance of the research is conditioned upon the problems of improving the methodological foundations of teaching physics in the format of a visual experiment for the sustainable development of the educational process in a pedagogical higher educational institution. Purpose. The purpose of the study is to develop a model for conducting demonstration experiments on the subject of physics using computer technology in pedagogical universities. Methodology. The leading method to investigate this problem is testing developed by M.I. Lukyanova and N.V. Kalinina's "Methodology for studying the motivation of students' learning". Results. For more successful assimilation and understanding of practical material within the subject of physics, a model for organising practical experiments considering environmental orientation was developed. It includes a demonstration of a multi-level process with didactic conditions, such as starting from the final version in its practical application of a physical phenomenon or a set of mechanisms. The process gradually deepens knowledge, beginning from the mechanical work of the object made to a detailed examination of each chain of its operations. This is accompanied by explanations at the level of physical formulas and regularities. Conclusions. The study showed that the developed model enhances learning experiences in physics. It emphasizes practical experiments visible through computer simulations, fostering intellectual development and environmental conservation awareness. This model enhances both the educational process and practical applications in physics, benefiting teachers, physicists, and educators alike. Keywords: physics; experiment demonstration; methodology; visibility of the educational process; education

Privilege and Prejudice: Han Victimhood and Legitimizing Islamophobia in China

AbstractIslamophobia, along with other forms of alt-right discourse and hate speech, is a well-documented phenomenon in the Euro-American world. Despite increasing scholarly attention in the West, however, research on Islamophobia in authoritarian regimes is more limited. Using content analysis of key online Islamophobic accounts, this paper shows that there are two distinct types of Islamophobic narratives in the Chinese cyberspace: a “confessional” narrative attributed to Uyghur authors, and a warning narrative specifically for Han readership, cautioning them about the hidden dangers posed by the Hui. This paper explores how these Islamophobic pieces share a Han-centric gaze where the Han, the majority-dominant group in China today, are placed in both a saviour role in terms of the Uyghurs, and a victim role as underdogs coming under attack from the Hui. The successful assimilation of the Hui has led to suspicion and narratives of betrayal, despite state efforts to promote Hui assimilation as a successful example of ethnic harmony. Whereas the Uyghurs are welcomed and accepted as long as they are willing to admit Han superiority, the Hui are rejected based on their perceived threat to Han dominance.

Assimilation of socially assistive robots by older adults: an interplay of uses, constraints and outcomes.

By supporting autonomy, aging in place, and wellbeing in later life, Socially Assistive Robots are expected to help humanity face the challenges posed by the rapid aging of the world's population. For the successful acceptance and assimilation of SARs by older adults, it is necessary to understand the factors affecting their Quality Evaluations Previous studies examining Human-Robot Interaction in later life indicated that three aspects shape older adults' overall QEs of robots: uses, constraints, and outcomes. However, studies were usually limited in duration, focused on acceptance rather than assimilation, and typically explored only one aspect of the interaction. In the present study, we examined uses, constraints, and outcomes simultaneously and over a long period. Nineteen community-dwelling older adults aged 75-97 were given a SAR for physical training for 6 weeks. Their experiences were documented via in-depth interviews conducted before and after the study period, short weekly telephone surveys, and reports produced by the robots. Analysis revealed two distinct groups: (A) The 'Fans' - participants who enjoyed using the SAR, attributed added value to it, and experienced a successful assimilation process; and (B) The 'Skeptics' - participants who did not like it, negatively evaluated its use, and experienced a disappointing assimilation process. Despite the vast differences between the groups, both reported more positive evaluations of SARs at the end of the study than before it began. Overall, the results indicated that the process of SARs' assimilation is not homogeneous and provided a profound understanding of the factors shaping older adults' QE of SARs following actual use. Additionally, the findings demonstrated the theoretical and practical usefulness of a holistic approach in researching older SARs users.

Pedagogical dialogue as a function of social-cultural development: Case of Kazakhstan

Relevance. The organization of dialogue interaction is relevant at the initial stage of study at the university, as the dialogue creates the basis for respectful and friendly relations between students, promotes fruitful cooperation of all subjects of educational processes. Purpose. The purpose of the article is to explore the importance of dialogue in the socio-cultural development of the individual. Methodology. The methodological basis for solving this scientific problem is the theoretical foundations of the system-activity approach. The fundamental point of the study is the methodological basis of the research proposal - the study of the functions of dialogue. Results. The result of this study showed that for effective cooperation with other people in various activities, the successful assimilation of universal human values and norms of behavior, a student must have a culture of dialogue. The formation of a culture-dialogue is one of the directions for realizing the tasks of socio-cultural development. Conclusions. The culture of dialogue involves the adoption of oneself and the other with attitudes of moral and humanistic values, contributes to the development of the individual and society as a whole.

The Bologna Process and Georgian Higher Education: Advances in Academic Social Responsibility

This article examines Georgia’s integration into the Bologna Process, focusing on academic social responsibility (ASR). Utilizing qualitative methods, including document analysis and 30 in-depth interviews, the study assesses the evolution of higher education, alignment with Bologna standards, and external quality assurance. Findings reveal postintegration improvements, including university closures, fairer examinations, and modernized literature. Challenges include European standard implementation and perceived academic freedom encroachments. Overall, the Bologna Process positively influences Georgia’s education system, fostering organizational improvements and successful assimilation within the broader European educational context.

Проектирование современного электронного учебного курса по иностранному языку для студентов технических вузов

Modern studies of the global and domestic online education market shows that online cost education has exceeded the cost of full-time education in the recent years, and this trend continues to gain momentum. Online education experts according to authoritative at this segment will only gain momentum in the coming years. The domestic online education market according to the data 2023 increased by 17.4%, as evidenced by the volume of investments in the development of online education services, the launch of analogues of foreign online platforms and translation for state funding of distance education. At the same time, universities are far behind the trends that have emerged in modern online education regarding changes in the formats of online courses, the quality of training content and methods for evaluating it, personalization and individualization of online education, etc., universities are still far behind. Therefore modern approaches to organizing online education and integrating it into university programs in the foreseeable future will remain one of the most relevant and sought-after areas of research interests of both educational technology companies (EdTech companies) and universities. This trend is confirmed by the emergence and rapid increase over the past few years in the numbers of online courses offered by EdTech companies and universities. At the same time, the latter currently includes only a few domestic universities ranked among the top universities, such as the National Research University Higher School of Economics, Moscow State University, St. Petersburg State University, National Research Tomsk State University, University ITMO and some others. Gradually, but quite slowly, the activity of universities in this direction is changing. As analytical studies show, technical universities are the most involved in the development of online courses. The reasons for the slow involvement of universities at this work includes, on the one hand, the lack of relevant experience among teachers in developing such courses, which is manifested in the complexity and academic nature of the proposed educational product, i.e. marketing unattractiveness of online courses offered by universities, characterized by the “least involving and effective format”, and on the other hand, by the current legislation that restricts the freedom of action of universities. Within the framework of this study, online resources (electronic educational and methodological complexes and online courses) of leading domestic and foreign developers were analyzed, numbers of scientific and methodological works of university teachers devoted to the design and integration of online foreign language courses for students at the technical areas of training were studied at university programs. Results confirms the relevance of the chosen direction of research. The currently offered online courses can only partly be integrated into university programs for teaching a foreign language for the numbers of reasons, one of the most significant is the lack of thoughtfulness of the relationship between the stages of training, the sequence and phasing of the process of teaching a foreign language to students of technical areas of training, which entails a low the effectiveness of teaching, as well as the weak motivation of students to learn the foreign language, and latter, It is different for humanitarian students, because it needs special support due through the sociopsychological characteristics of students. Therefore, the problem of pedagogical design of projected on-line courses and specifics of development of educational content comes to the fore. The factors influencing the effectiveness of solving this problem, according to the authors of the study, are: - different levels of language training of the first-year students, - specificity and complexity of professionally directed topics of a foreign language course, associated with the specifics of the particular area of training and specialty of profile, - socio-psychological characteristics of students of the technical university, - different step and motivational resources of students in mastering the topics of the course. In this paper, on the example of personal experience in designing and testing an electronic training course in a foreign (German) language for students of technical universities on the basis of Novosibirsk State Technical University, the specifics of projecting a modern electronic training course in a foreign language for students of technical areas of training are described and the basic parameters of an electronic training course are determined in a foreign language, ensuring the interconnectedness and phased preparation for the study of professionally oriented topics and their further successful assimilation within the framework of a university course of the foreign language.

The Spanish Emperors and the True Cross: The Variable Uses of the Lignum Crucis of Sahagún in Early Twelfth-Century Iberia

Abstract: In early twelfth-century Iberia, a monk living at the Leonese monastery of Sahagun recorded in his chronicle how, shortly before the 14th of April 1112, a precious relic was forcibly seized from the monastery. The stolen relic was the lignum crucis of Sahagun, a fragment of the wood of the True Cross that King Alfonso VI of Leon-Castilla (r. 10651109) had received from the Byzantine emperor and then donated to Sahagun in 1101. The accused thief was Alfonso I "el Batallador" of Aragon-Pamplona (r. 1104–34), son-in-law of Alfonso VI and a successor to the deceased monarch's claim to be the emperor of all Spain. In this paper, I trace the history of the Byzantine lignum crucis of Sahagun, from its arrival in Iberia in 1101 to its last reported sighting during the Siege of Fraga in 1134. I argue that numerous actors, among them the two emperors, were able to put the lignum crucis to variable uses because they ascribed this relic high cultural value from three distinct sources: its Byzantine provenance, its successful assimilation into the preexisting Iberian cross culture, and its links to the Holy Land, Christie devotion, and embryonic crusading ideology. Studying the shifting, imbricated identities of the lignum crucis of Sahagun can therefore shine light on the conflicts and disagreements that characterized the elite society of early twelfth-century Iberia and the role high-prestige objects like relics played in mediating those disputes.

РОЛЬ КУЛЬТУРНО-ДОСУГОВЫХ УЧРЕЖДЕНИЙ В ИНКУЛЬТУРАЦИИ ИНОСТРАННЫХ СЛУШАТЕЛЕЙ

The purpose of the article is to reveal the specifics of the process of inculturation of foreign students in the socio-cultural environment of the learning region. The authors substantiate the importance of the role of cultural and leisure institutions and their proposed programs in this process. The key concept of " The article reveals the specifics of the process of inculturation of foreign students in the foreign-language socio-cultural environment of the learning region. The authors substantiate the significant role of cultural and leisure institutions and their proposed programs in this process. The key concept of "secondary inculturation" is considered in detail, which includes both a theoretical system of knowledge about the culture of the country, and practical language learning, immersion in the environment of communication, the development of norms and traditions by adults with an established system of values. The described practice of the departmental university contributes to the development of communication skills of interaction, increases the motivation of students to learn the Russian language and, as a result, form a respectful attitude towards our country. Institutions of the socio-cultural sphere provide significant assistance in this, involving listeners in the language environment through dialogue and making them active participants in events. The paper shows the importance of the role of a teacher who helps foreign students to adapt to the situation of familiarization with a new linguistic and cultural environment, carries out a competent selection of cognitive material, taking into account the level of their training. It is concluded that as a result of such work, the cultural identity of the listeners is formed, and the process of inculturation is more effective in comparison with the use of traditional methods of language teaching. Scientific novelty: the competent selection of various forms of leisure activities conducted by institutions of the socio-cultural sphere contributes to a more successful assimilation of cultural norms, entry into the language environment, i.e. accelerates the process of inculturation, thanks to the informal atmosphere and the active participation of foreign students themselves in this educational process.

Axiological significance of axiological education for the preparation of students of technical specialties

In the modern information world, much attention is paid to the issue of training specialists in engineering and technical specialties, since their need is determined by high rates of scientific and technological progress. However, effective professional formation of specialists in technical specialties and their development as individuals is not possible without students' perception of socio-cultural values. The application of the axiological approach creates conditions for the successful assimilation of social values by students. The training of students of technical specialties should focus not only on the formation of professional training , but also should contain the education of students with a broad worldview . awareness of professional and spiritual values. Value orientation is a basic component of a person's spiritual worldview. The system of personal values inherent in a particular individual forms his behavior in society. A person's motivation explains why a person committed this or that act, and a person's value system can explain for what purpose he committed this act. Technical specialists should be pleased with the competence of activities in difficult economic and social conditions. Personal development should provide for a continuous process, which should include not only the development of new knowledge, but also an active transformation of the environment. The need for axiological education is dictated by global changes in society, the widespread introduction of information technologies and, as a result, new, increased requirements for specialists in technical specialties from potential employers and society. The personality model of a technical specialist should contain a wide range of personal characteristics that allow to increase the level of effectiveness of this specialist.

КАЧЕСТВО ВОСПРИЯТИЯ УЧЕБНОЙ ИНФОРМАЦИИ СТУДЕНТАМИ НА ЗАНЯТИЯХ НАЧЕРТАТЕЛЬНОЙ ГЕОМЕТРИИ И ИНЖЕНЕРНОЙ ГРАФИКИ

This article is devoted to the analysis of the quality of perception of educational information in the lessons of descriptive geometry and engineering graphics at the State Agrarian University of the Northern Urals. The problems related to the level of initial knowledge of students, which affect the successful assimilation of educational material, are considered. The article suggests effective methods of work in the classroom aimed at developing communication skills, productive speech skills and increasing motivation to study the subject. Special attention in this topic is paid to the use of interactive techniques and modern technical means and information and communication technologies in the educational process. The results of the study show that the use of the proposed methods and tools contributes to a more successful assimilation of educational material and increases the motivation of students to study the subject. The difficulty of obtaining a high-quality education currently lies in the adaptation of future engineering specialists to the introduction into the educational environment of the university and in the study of new subjects that were not in the basic school curriculum. Depending on the speed of the student's adaptation to the educational process in higher educational institutions, the result will be obtained from studying this discipline, which provides for listening, recording and performing drawings of lecture material using a computer. And also perform practical work in a special workbook, take time to prepare for classes on your own. Currently, there is an opinion that the discipline of descriptive geometry has no practical value in connection with the development of computer technology and the apparatus of linear algebra, but the activities of specialists in the field of science and production refute this statement: It is indispensable as an integral part of general engineering education in mechanical engineering and construction specialties.

Nursing Nurses: Fostering Safety and Belonging for Successful Workplace Assimilation of Displaced Nurses From War and Conflict

The ongoing and new wars and conflict occurring in today’s world have decimated local health care systems and displaced nurses and health care workers. As the demand for nursing professionals continues to rise, identifying and supporting nurses who have experienced involuntary migration as refugees could constitute an underutilized pool of talent with a diverse range of experience and qualifications. Successful assimilation into the US health care system requires a comprehensive strategy that prioritizes safety, and fosters a sense of belonging while considering the evolving needs and expectations of both nurse migrants and the health care institutions. This article delves into the multifaceted challenges faced by displaced nurses and key strategies needed for acclimatization to the intricacies of the US health care system.

Multimedia use and its impact on the effectiveness of educators: a technology acceptance model perspective

Amidst the contemporary shifts within early childhood education (ECE) in China, the significance of multimedia tools and their effective deployment by educators is increasingly paramount. Situated within the theoretical underpinnings of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), this inquiry elucidates the intricate dynamics between the Perceived Usefulness (PU) and Perceived Ease of Use (PEU) of said tools and their consequential influence on educators’ effectiveness. Empirical data gleaned from a rigorous quantitative survey of 400 educators within ECE institutions in Guangdong Province underscore the importance of PU and PEU as determinants of the successful assimilation of multimedia tools, thereby influencing the pedagogical efficacy of educators. There are several implications of this investigation. The study primarily contributes to the academic discourse by bridging a discernible lacuna and offering insights into multimedia tool adoption dynamics within the specific milieu of ECE in China. The findings have implications for a spectrum of stakeholders, from multimedia tool developers to educational policy-makers, underscoring that tools, to be truly transformative, must be perceived as both intrinsically valuable and user-centric. Notwithstanding the robustness of the findings, the geographically circumscribed focus on Guangdong Province warrants prudence in generalizing insights across China. This suggests the need for future scholarly endeavours to broaden the research purview across diverse provinces, aspiring to provide a more holistic understanding of the dynamics of multimedia tool integration within China’s expansive ECE domain.

Modelling Factors Influencing IoT Adoption: With a Focus on Agricultural Logistics Operations

Purpose- In recent years, there has been a notable surge in the utilization of emerging technologies, notably the Internet of Things (IoT), within the realm of business operations. However, empirical evidence has underscored a disconcerting trend whereby a substantial majority, surpassing 70%, of IoT adoption initiatives falter when confronted with the rigors of real-world implementation. Given the profound implications of IoT in augmenting product quality, this study endeavors to scrutinize the extant body of knowledge concerning IoT integration within the domain of agricultural logistics operations. Furthermore, it aims to discern the pivotal determinants that exert influence over the successful assimilation of IoT within business operations, with particular emphasis on logistics. Design/Methodology/Approach- The research utilizes a thorough systematic review methodology coupled with a meta-synthesis approach. In order to identify and clarify the key factors that influence IoT implementation in logistics operations, the study is grounded in the Resource-Based View theory. It employs rigorous grounded theory coding procedures, supported by the analytical capabilities of MAXQDA software. Findings- The culmination of the meta-synthesis endeavor culminates in the conceptual representation of IoT adoption within the agricultural logistics domain. This representation is underpinned by the identification of three overarching macro categories/constructs, namely: (1) IoT Technology Adoption, encompassing facets such as IoT implementation requisites, ancillary technologies essential for IoT integration, impediments encountered in IoT implementation, and the multifaceted factors that influence IoT adoption; (2) IoT-Driven Logistics Management, encompassing IoT-based warehousing practices, governance-related considerations, and the environmental parameters entailed in IoT-enabled logistics; and (3) the Prospective Gains Encompassing IoT Deployment, incorporating the financial, economic, operational, and sociocultural ramifications ensuing from IoT integration. The findings underscore the imperative of comprehensively addressing these factors for the successful assimilation of IoT within agricultural logistics processes. Originality- The originality of this research study lies in its pioneering effort to proffer a conceptual framework that furnishes a comprehensive panorama of the determinants that underpin IoT adoption, thereby ensuring its efficacious implementation within the ambit of agricultural logistics operations. Practical Implications- The developed framework, by bestowing upon stakeholders an incisive comprehension of the multifaceted factors that steer IoT adoption, holds the potential to streamline the IoT integration process. Moreover, it affords an avenue for harnessing the full spectrum of IoT-derived benefits within the intricate milieu of agricultural logistics operations.