scholarly journals Socioecological Aspects of High-rise Construction

2018 ◽  
Vol 33 ◽  
pp. 03065
Author(s):  
Michael Eichner ◽  
Zinaida Ivanova
Keyword(s):  
Negative Impact ◽  
Sustainable Construction ◽  
Sociological Research ◽  
High Rise ◽  
Mixed Use ◽  
Points Of View ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
The University ◽  
Social And Environmental Risks

In this article, the authors consider the socioecological problems that arise in the construction and operation of high-rise buildings. They study different points of view on high-rise construction and note that the approaches to this problem are very different. They also analyse projects of modern architects and which attempts are made to overcome negative impacts on nature and mankind. The article contains materials of sociological research, confirming the ambivalent attitude of urban population to high-rise buildings. In addition, one of the author’s sociological survey reveals the level of environmental preparedness of the university students, studying in the field of "Construction of unique buildings and structures", raising the question of how future specialists are ready to take into account socioecological problems. Conclusion of the authors: the construction of high-rise buildings is associated with huge social and environmental risks, negative impact on the biosphere and human health. This requires deepened skills about sustainable design methods and environmental friendly construction technologies of future specialists. Professor M. Eichner presents in the article his case study project results on implementation of holistic eco-sustainable construction principles for mixed-use high-rise building in the metropolis of Cairo.

scholarly journals Socioeconomic Classes of University Students in Pakistan as Predictors of their Personality Traits: A Case Study

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 205-221
Author(s):  
Rafaqat Ali ◽  
Furrukh Bashir ◽  
Rashid Ahmad
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Personality Traits ◽  
Regression Models ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Socioeconomic Class ◽  
Lower Socioeconomic ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
The Impact

The current study was heading for determining the impact of Pakistani university students’ socioeconomic classes on their personality traits. Demographic and personality questionnaires were filled by available university students online. The stepwise regression technique facilitated to generate regression models to define impacts of different socioeconomic classes on students’ different personality traits. Different regression models highlighted the significant negative impacts of the middle upper socioeconomic class on Agreeableness, Extraversion and Neuroticism personality traits. The lower socioeconomic class was found to have positive impact on only one personality sub-trait self-discipline. Whereas, the upper lower socioeconomic class caused positive impacts on students’ trust sub-trait, Conscientiousness trait and negative impact on excitement seeking sub-trait of personality. The importance of these impacts of socioeconomic classes on different personality traits and the possible implications are discussed with respect to university students’ academic performance and academic behaviour.

scholarly journals PENTINGNYA PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN DI SEKOLAH MENGANTISIPASI KECANDUAN SMARTPHONE BAGI ANAK KELAS 6 DI SEKOLAH DASAR THEODORE BATAM

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Benteng Martua Mahuraja Purba ◽  
Dewi Lidya Sidabutar ◽  
Alfian
Keyword(s):  
Religious Education ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Smartphone Addiction ◽  
Technological Developments ◽  
Healthy Control ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
The Times ◽  
Consumptive Behavior

The development of the times was followed by technological developments as well as the consumptive behavior of electronic devices such as smartphones. This technological progress has two impacts, namely positive and negative impacts. The positive impact is that humans get ease in accessing information, connecting with others quickly through social networks. The negative impact of smartphone usage on elementary school children is excessive use, plus there is no healthy control mechanism both at school and at home. The purpose of this paper is to focus on relevant Christian religious education without having to reject the progress of the times for students so that the problem of smartphone addiction can be anticipated early on. This research uses descriptive method and case study with a qualitative approach.

Mobile phone vs paper-pencil mode of note-taking, a case study among the students of Bankura University

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-13 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arnab Kundu ◽  
Tripti Bej
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Phone ◽  
Note Taking ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Modern Age ◽  
Wide Implication ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
The University ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this study is to recommend the university authorities to build better teaching-learning environment for its students to use variables and multiple note-taking methods in class for best results fundamental in each method. Design/methodology/approach The study is a case study that follows a ‘problem-driven’ approach concerned specifically with providing practical solutions to real-world problems. A sample size of 320 respondents was obtained, in which 300 were university students selected from the first, second and third years of study and 20 were professors. Findings This case study made it very obvious to all that mobile phone note-taking is a regular practice among students at Bankura University. At the same time, the study also reveals that the practice does not significantly differ based on students’ sex. Research limitations/implications Based on the findings, the study recommends for the need to educate students on the importance of paper and pencil note-taking method so that they do not fall prey to such risks. A befitting environment should be created so that students can use various methods of note-taking in classrooms avoiding their negative impacts. Practical implications It has a wide implication in the modern age where cutting-edge technologies are shaping our course actions every day. We cannot keep ourselves from this technological association and our mobile phones have become our friend, philosopher and guide. In this scenario, this study bears a big implication in itself. Originality/value This study is based on the authors’ ground study and is purely original and unique in the true sense.

TANGGAPAN MASYARAKAT TENTANG HADIRNYA PERTAMBANGAN ASPAL DI DESA WINNING KECAMATAN PASARWAJO KABUPATEN BUTON

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 157
Author(s):  
Muhammad Rajif Ali
Keyword(s):  
Public Perception ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Environmental Damage ◽  
Mining Activities ◽  
Public Response ◽  
The Public ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Negative Impacts

This study aims to describe the public perception of the existence of asphalt minning in relation to the environmental inpact caused in the Winning Vilage of Pasar wajo Distric in Buton District. This research is descriptive qualitative whit case study approach. Data collection is done by using method: questionare, interview, observation and documentation. Data obtained from 55 respondents, then presented in tabular from percentage, then described qualitatively. The result showed that the public response about the presence of asphalt mining in Winning Vilage, divided into positive and negative impacts. Positive impacts of asphalt mining such as: increased local income, creation of employment opportunities for local communities, exposure of territories from isolason. While the negative impact is asphalt mining activities caused environmental damage include: 1) land danmage, land disruption, 2) Damage to flora and fauna, communities responding to asphalt mining activities caused damage to vegetation and people responded to asphalt mining activities causing damage/wild animal/wildlife, 3) The contamination river water, times and swamps where people respond to the mining activitie of asphalt cause pollution of riverwater/times and swamps, 4) Air pollution mainly dust produced from the development process and the means of transportation passing by, 5) Noise, where people respount to asphalt mining activities generate noise, 6) The existence of healt problems where people respoud to asphalt mining activities cause public health problems,

Kiva: The Finland Alternative Against School Aggression in Bulgaria]

2021 ◽  
Vol 29 (6) ◽  
pp. 601-613
Author(s):  
Iveta Yakova
Keyword(s):  
School Environment ◽  
Intervention Program ◽  
Secondary Analysis ◽  
School Bullying ◽  
Sociological Research ◽  
Specific Factors ◽  
Inductive Generalizations ◽  
The University ◽  
School Aggression

The writing of this article was provoked by another case of aggression against a teacher in a Bulgarian school. For the purposes of the analysis, a “case study” method was used to “dissect” the school situation that took place. The latter facilitates the derivation of the specific factors for the registered event. Through the code of linguistic communication, inductive generalizations stood out, which were related to deductive ones, generated by secondary analysis of data from the sociological research conducted in our country. The considered situation focuses on the Finnish school bullying intervention program KiVa, developed by the University of Turku, understood as an alternative to reducing school aggression and victimization. Besides, it also builds a safe and secure school environment.

A Systematic Framework of KPIs for Measuring High-Rise Modular Integrated Construction

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-14
Author(s):  
Zhiqian Zhang ◽  
Wei Pan ◽  
Mingcheng Xie
Keyword(s):  
Sustainable Construction ◽  
Construction Process ◽  
Modular Construction ◽  
Methodological Foundation ◽  
High Rise ◽  
Focus Group Meeting ◽  
Social Environmental ◽  
Systematic Framework ◽  
New Framework

Modular integrated construction (MiC) has been introduced in high-rise construction for achieving sustainable development. As high-rise MiC disruptively transforms the construction process compared with conventional construction, it is imperative to systematically understand its performance, which however has not been sufficiently reported in previous literature. Therefore, this paper aims to develop a new framework of key performance indicators (KPIs) for project stakeholders to comprehensively measure and effectively benchmark the performance of high-rise MiC projects. This framework is developed based on the concept of sustainable construction that covers social, environmental and economic aspects. Through a comprehensive literature review, expert interviews, and a focus group meeting, 32 KPIs are established in the three sustainability aspects. An eight-step process is suggested for project stakeholders to adopt these KPIs to measure MiC performance in three tiers, i.e., overall building, off-site and on-site, and modular works. A case study is then presented which demonstrates that the framework is effective in measuring the sustainability of high-rise MiC and applicable for comparing MiC with conventional practices. The framework fills the knowledge gap of performance measurement on high-rise modular construction and contributes a methodological foundation for future quantitative benchmarking of MiC sustainability.

scholarly journals The effect of Israeli checkpoints on Palestinian students’ psychology: An-Najah National University’s students as a case study

2021 ◽  
Vol 58 (1) ◽  
pp. 3142-3148
Author(s):  
Sima Fareed Abed Al-Hadi Et al.
Keyword(s):  
Negative Impact ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Main Concern ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Academic Achievements ◽  
Online Platforms ◽  
National University ◽  
Psychological Pressure ◽  
The University

This paper documents several key contributions made to the field of psychology and education. The main aim of this paper is to investigate the psychological pressures resulting from the Israeli military checkpoints on Palestinian university students who are passing through Azzun area to their university. The study focused on the negative impact of Israeli checkpoints on their daily life routine at the university such as their academic plans, intended goals, and time organizations. The researchers adopt the qualitative approach for this study. The sample of the study included (5) students of both genders who were randomly selected for this study. For data collection, the researchers used semi-structured interviews to identify the opinion of the study sample regarding the questions of the study. The researchers developed four main questions to collect data comprehensively. The results of the study show that Israeli checkpoints are considered their main concern every single day they come to university. The stay sample agreed among themselves on the fact that checkpoints cause headache, tension, low-academic achievements, and frustration. The study recommended An-Najah National University to facilitate their needs in case they miss an exam or arrive late at the university. Furthermore, the study recommended using technology to support and assist those who face psychological pressure through online platforms.

scholarly journals Investigating the “queen bee” phenomenon in Indonesia: a case study

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 41 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Suharnomo ◽  
Devita Permatasari
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Preferential Treatment ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Work Atmosphere ◽  
Negative Impacts

The purpose of this research was to explore the experience of some informants regarding the phenomenon of queen bee in Indonesia. Our study used qualitative method with case study approach. Data was gathered using in-depth interview on seven informants. The result shows that the queen bee leader did intimidating and mostly not supporting the career of her subordinate woman. Besides, the queen bee leader make distance not only to her subordinate which are female, but also to her female colleagues at work. Queen bee leader tend to give preferential treatment to men. This phenomenon has more negative impacts than positive impacts. The negative impact caused by the queen bee phenomenon is that it can cause victim to be feel intimidatied and stressed, the work atmosphere becomes less conducive, uncomfortable, disrupts the operations of the company. While the positive impact of the existence of the queen bee leader is the job need to be due became quicker to be completed.

scholarly journals Higher education and Sustainable Development Goals during COVID-19: coping strategies of a university in Wuhan, China

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (s1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suyu Liu
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Coping Strategies ◽  
Sustainable Development Goals ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Micro Level ◽  
The University

Background It is widely perceived that COVID-19 has significant influence on higher education and also contribution to development including Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). However there is insufficient evidence about investigations on such influences, especially at micro level. Design and method A university located in Wuhan, China, was selected for the case study to explore how COVID-19 affects higher education and how universities’ coping strategies of COVID-19 can contribute to SDGs. The method is an analysis of 32 institutional documents published by the university. Results The university in the case study has taken a number of coping strategies of COVID-19, largely in four aspects including medical services, online education, logistic support, and graduate employment promotion. These coping strategies contribute to achieving SDGs, especially SDGs 1, 3, 4, 5, 8, and 10. Conclusions The case study provides micro-level empirical evidence, which supports that appropriate university coping strategies of COVID-19 can contribute to SDGs, even it is widely perceived that the pandemic has brought strong negative impact on higher education and sustainable development. The selection of a university in Wuhan, China can generate more practical implications, as Wuhan is the first city that experienced the unprecedented lockdown, and China is the first country which reopened university campuses after the lockdown.

scholarly journals Analysis of the Center Point of Indonesia (CPI) Reclamation Policy of Makassar City in the Environmental Political Perspective

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (10) ◽  
pp. 12
Author(s):  
Suhardi Suhardi
Keyword(s):  
Negative Impact ◽  
Provincial Government ◽  
Coastal Communities ◽  
Economic Problems ◽  
Political Perspective ◽  
Pros And Cons ◽  
Reclamation Project ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Depth Interviews

The purpose of this study is to analyze the impacts that arise from the CPI reclamation, viewed from the perspective of environmental politics. From an environmental perspective, the reclamation policy does not have a good impact according to its essence and purpose, it actually increases disaster risk for Makassar City, especially coastal areas, both land and sea. This research was conducted qualitatively in a case study of the CPI reclamation, by conducting in-depth interviews and field observations as well as extracting the necessary data from related sources. The CPI reclamation has attracted the attention of a number of NGOs that have formed an alliance to demand that the reclamation be stopped because it has damaged the surrounding environment and has caused economic and material harm to coastal communities. Fishermen and shellfish seekers totaling 43 heads of families who inhabit a land area of approximately 10 hectares, were evicted by the Southern Provincial Government for the construction of CPI reclamation. The sustainability of the CPI reclamation project is still reaping the pros and cons until now, especially the negative impacts that are generated are not only socio-economic problems but also have an impact on the environment. The reclamation policy actually has a negative impact on the environment, contrary to the essence of the policy itself which should bring goodness to life.

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