Metamodel-driven definition of a visual modeling language for specifying interactive groupware applications: An empirical study

2013 ◽  
Vol 86 (7) ◽  
pp. 1772-1789 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana I. Molina ◽  
Jesús Gallardo ◽  
Miguel A. Redondo ◽  
Manuel Ortega ◽  
William J. Giraldo
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Modeling Language ◽  
Visual Modeling ◽  
Definition Of

Sustainability Disclosure and the Financialization of Social Sustainability

2021 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniela Woschnack ◽  
Stefanie Hiss ◽  
Sebastian Nagel ◽  
Bernd Teufel
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Financial Market ◽  
Empirical Data ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Rating Agencies ◽  
Sustainability Disclosure ◽  
Definition Of

Abstract This empirical study explores the financialization of social sustainability driven by sustainability accounting and reporting initiatives (SARIs). Since no globally accepted definition of what social sustainability encompasses exists, the paper asks how social sustainability is translated into the financial market language by SARIs as they provide standards for disclosing corporate non-financial performance and promote their concepts of social sustainability. The paper uses a two-step qualitative content analysis. First, it operationalizes social sustainability based on the empirical data of six sustainability rating agencies. Second, this operationalization is compared with the concepts created by three SARIs. The paper shows significant differences between the concepts of the SARIs and the rating agencies. While the rating agencies altogether interpret social sustainability with 83 distinct aspects, the SARIs, although differently created, use significant reduced concepts where 20% of these aspects are absent. The result of this financialization process could be a simplified and financially determined concept of social sustainability within die socially discourse. The research is limited to social sustainability and its financialization by SARIs. Individual indicators and their way or intensity to capture aspects of social sustainability were not part of the research interest. Further research should investigate the economic and the ecological pillars of sustainability as well as the usage of such financialized concepts within the society and especially by corporations. The paper unfolds the arbitrariness of operationalizing a qualitative phenomenon like social sustainability through the financial system. It discloses the need for looking at the mechanisms behind such processes and at the interests of the actors behind the frameworks. The paper reveals the financialization process driven by SARIs and demonstrates its simplifying effects on the concept of social sustainability. Furthermore, the paper shows that SARIs as metrics for non-financial aspects are troubled with a lack of transparency and a lack of convergence.

scholarly journals Bullying at work: A comprehensive definition and consequences based on an empirical study

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 80 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ambreen Anjum ◽  
Kausar Yasmeen ◽  
Kashifa Yasmeen
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Workplace Bullying ◽  
Negative Behaviors ◽  
Work Tasks ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Depth Interviews

This paper determines a comprehensive definition of workplace bullying and explores its job-related consequences. In the present study multi- methods approach was used which consist of questionnaire and in depth interviews. Interview was used in order to investigate perception and experience of workplace bullying and questionnaire to explore the consequences of workplace bullying. Results show bullying  involves negative behaviors e.g. harassing, socially excluding someone and/or negatively effecting someone’s work tasks ,which occurs frequently and continues for period of time and victim is not only unable to control these acts but also suffer in severe health and job related consequences.

scholarly journals VOLUNTEERING AS A FACTOR OF DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENTS ' CIVIC CONSCIOUSNESS

2020 ◽  
Vol 66 (2) ◽  
pp. 154-160
Author(s):  
N.A. Aidnalieva ◽  
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E.D. Li ◽  
Sh.E Zhandauova ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Future Teachers ◽  
Civic Consciousness ◽  
Priority Areas ◽  
State Pedagogical ◽  
Student Volunteer ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Development Of Students

The article presents the results of a theoretical and empirical study of the readiness of future teachers of the faculty of psychology and education to volunteer. The authors proposed a definition of the desired concept, its structure, and levels of formation. The work of the volunteer center of the Kostanay state pedagogical University named after U. Sultangazin is considered, the goals and tasks, priority areas of the youth center are described. It is emphasized that students ' volunteering takes the form of socially significant projects. The civil position of the student-volunteer is revealed. The conclusions and prospects of further research work on the development of a program of readiness for volunteer activities for future teachers are formulated.

scholarly journals Adaptabilidade de Objetos de Aprendizagem usando Calibragem e Sequenciamento Adaptativo de Exercícios

2018 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 70
Author(s):  
Rômulo César Silva ◽  
Alexandre Ibrahim Direne ◽  
Diego Marczal ◽  
Ana Carla Borille ◽  
Paulo Ricardo Bittencourt Guimarães ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Problem Solving ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Cognitive Skills ◽  
Learning Objects ◽  
Skill Level ◽  
Problem Solution ◽  
Algebraic Expressions ◽  
Student Skill ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Two Parameters

The work approaches theoretical and implementation issues of a framework for creating and executing Learning Objects (LOs) where problem-solving tasks are ordered according to the matching of two parameters, both calculated automatically: (1) student skill level and (2) problem solution difficulty. They are formally defined as algebraic expressions. The definition of skill level is achieved through a rating-based measure that resembles the ones of game mastery scales, while the solution difficulty is based on mistakes and successes of learners to deal with the problem. An empirical study based on existing students data demonstrated the suitability of the formulas. Besides, the motivational aspects of learning are considered in depth. In this sense, it is important to propose activities according to the student’s level of expertise, which is achieved through presenting students with exercises that are compatible with the difficulty degree of their cognitive skills. Also, the results of an experiment conducted with four highschool classes using the framework for the domain of logarithmic properties are presented.

scholarly journals What is Crafts Entrepreneurship? The Development of its Definition Through Entrepreneurs` and Consumers` Perceptions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anzelika Smagina ◽  
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Iveta Ludviga ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Empirical Data ◽  
General Public ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Creative Industries ◽  
Theoretical Knowledge ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Survey Questions ◽  
Daunting Task ◽  
Definition Of

Defining craft entrepreneurship has been a challenge for many scholars and researchers in different countries. Not only because of the multidimensional nature of entrepreneurship, but also because of the differences in national regulations setting boundaries for each sector of the economy. Thus, in some countries, craft is a part of the Creative Industries, but in others it is considered as an independent sector of the economy. Understanding what craft is and how craft products can be differentiated and defined has also been a daunting task. Thus, consolidating theoretical knowledge on entrepreneurship and craft entrepreneurship gained from the literature with the results of an empirical study carried out among craft entrepreneurs and consumers of craft products, this study aims to conceptualize craft entrepreneurship and to develop propositions for the definition of craft entrepreneurship by integrating the meaning attributed to craft entrepreneurship and its specifics by craft entrepreneurs with the perception and meaning assigned to craft products and services by consumers. This study applies qualitative methodology and data gathered using semi-structured interviews and open-ended survey questions. 20 craft entrepreneurs represent a perspective of entrepreneurs about entrepreneurship and its specifics in the craft sector, whereas 445 consumers reflect the opinion of the general public about craft and craft-related products. The results of the study indicate that craft entrepreneurship is undoubtedly connected to handmade products, national traditions, small ventures and craft markets and fairs, where craft entrepreneurs commercialize their produce. Although numerous scholars have already attempted to conceptualize craft entrepreneurship theoretically, the contribution of this study is in its integrated application of theoretical and empirical data reflecting the perspectives of entrepreneurs and consumers.

scholarly journals Assessing and developing safety management competences

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-17
Author(s):  
S. Tappura ◽  
J. Kivistö-Rahnasto
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Safety Management ◽  
Competence Development ◽  
Safety Performance ◽  
Self Assessment ◽  
General Management ◽  
Development Framework ◽  
Safety Promotion ◽  
Definition Of

Introduction: Assessing and developing managers’ safety competence is one method for achieving high safety performance in the organisations. Objectives: The aim of this study is to construct a safety management competence development framework to help organisations in safety promotion. Materials and methods: This study comprises a theory-based construction of the safety management competence development framework and   an empirical study in a case organisation. Results: The framework consists of definition of safety management competence requirements, self-assessment of the competence, definition of development needs, and implementation of competence development activities. Conclusions: The framework provides the means for systematically improving managers’ safety management competence as an integral part of general management competence development procedures in organisations.

coUML

2008 ◽  
pp. 154-182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Derntl ◽  
Renate Motschnig-Pitrik
Keyword(s):  
Learning Environment ◽  
Blended Learning ◽  
Modeling Language ◽  
Visual Modeling ◽  
Current State ◽  
Instructional Environments ◽  
Detailed Specification

In this chapter we present coUML, a visual modeling language for cooperative environments. As modern instructional environments have a highly cooperative nature, coUML is proposed as a powerful and effective language for modeling instructional designs in such environments. Being based on UML, it was conceived and refined through application and experience over multiple years, primarily in a cooperative blended learning environment. We present relevant requirements and applications that contributed to the development of coUML, as well as a detailed specification of model elements, characteristics and features that describe its current state.

scholarly journals Organizational Culture and Spirituality Workplace: Empirical Study of Influence of Organizational Culture and Spirituality Workplace

2018 ◽  
Vol 73 ◽  
pp. 11017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rolland Epafras Fanggidae
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Work Environment ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Work Attitudes ◽  
Linear Regression Method ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
The Relationship

In today’s organizations, Human Resources is one of the important driving factor. By creating a humanistic work environment, employees are more creative and have a passion to do the job. In order to improve the quality and quantity of human resources needs to the strategy of the organization. One of the strategies that can be undertaken by the organization is the psychic and spiritual fulfillment of employees in order to create a work environment that is humane. Spirituality is not about the workplace as religious practices are organized and not on God or theology. In this study proposes a theory Spirituality workplace, through a review of the literature and empirical study shows the definition of spirituality, the effects on work attitudes, as well as clarify the link spirituality and culture of the organization. This research is done through empirical studies related link workplace spirituality and organizational culture on college lecturer in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT)-Indonesia. Data were collected through a survey with simple random sampling proportional and involve ± 320 Lecturer Private college as respondents. Data analysis techniques with linear regression method using SPSS 23 determines the relationship between Organizational Culture and Spirituality workplace.

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