Old Know-how for New Challenges: East Germans and Collective Creativity? Two Anthropological Case Studies

2011 ◽  
pp. 59-69
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Know How ◽  
Collective Creativity ◽  
New Challenges

Introduction

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tina K. Ramnarine
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Fundamental Question ◽  
Social Agency ◽  
Comparative Approach ◽  
Global Perspectives ◽  
Collective Creativity ◽  
Ensemble Performance ◽  
The World

This Introduction outlines various examples of ensemble performance to highlight diverse practices in the world of orchestras. It poses a fundamental question: What is an orchestra? It raises issues around collective creativity and social agency, which provide thematic foci in relation to a diversity of orchestral practices. Discussion on the conceptual aspects of adopting global perspectives on orchestras highlights comparison as a mode of theorization. The relevance of a comparative approach lies in its capacity to draw together diverse ethnographic case-studies. The Introduction thus provides a framework for reading this volume and it points out some of the conceptual connections between its chapters.

A Hybrid Cloud Model for Cloud Adoption by Multinational Enterprises

Web Services ◽  
2019 ◽  
pp. 1563-1587
Author(s):  
Wu He ◽  
Feng-Kwei Wang
Keyword(s):  
Cloud Computing ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Multinational Enterprises ◽  
Cloud Model ◽  
Hybrid Cloud ◽  
Cloud Adoption ◽  
Know How ◽  
It Resources ◽  
The Way

As a new IT paradigm for users, cloud computing has the potential to transform the way that IT resources are utilized and consumed. Many multinational enterprises (MNEs) are interested in cloud computing but do not know how to adopt and implement cloud computing in their enterprise settings. In an effort to help MNEs understand cloud computing and develop successful enterprise adoption strategies for cloud computing, the authors propose a hybrid cloud model for MNEs and illustrate the utility of this model by using two case studies. Insights for adopting and implementing this model in international settings are provided as well.

Why lessons learnt are lost

2019 ◽  
Vol 28 (5) ◽  
pp. 677-690 ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Haris ◽  
Abdur Rehman Cheema ◽  
Chamila Subasinghe
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Good Practices ◽  
Know How ◽  
Cultural Preferences ◽  
Lessons Learnt ◽  
Cultural Preference ◽  
Housing Reconstruction ◽  
And Training ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to reduce the gap in understanding the complexity of barriers, their modifiers and how these barriers and their modifiers result in malpractices and missed good practices in post-earthquake reconstruction contexts. This paper provides insights to the often asked question: why the lessons learnt from one earthquake event are not actually learnt and many of the mistakes around housing reconstruction are repeated? Design/methodology/approach The paper is based on the review of the literature of the top deadliest earthquakes in the developing countries and the two case studies of the 2005 Kashmir and 2015 earthquake in Pakistan. Findings Multifarious barriers, their modifiers, malpractices and missed good practices are deeply interwoven, and endemic and include weak financial standing, lack of technical know-how, vulnerable location, social and cultural preference, affordability and availability of materials, over-emphasis on technical restrictions, inefficient policies, lack of clarity in institutional roles, monitoring and training. Research limitations/implications The study is desk based. Practical implications A better understanding of barriers can help disaster-related organisations to improve the planning and implementation of post-earthquake housing reconstruction. Social implications The study contributes to the understanding concerning various social and cultural preferences that negotiate the Build Back Better (BBB) process. Originality/value The study offers a distinctive perspective synthesising the literature and the two case studies to sharpen the understanding of the complexity of barriers to BBB.

Reuse in practice: a review of selected French case studies

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 312-318
Author(s):  
B. David ◽  
M. Briol ◽  
S. Hercule-Bobroff
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
State Of The Art ◽  
Know How ◽  
French Case

In the context of ever increasing interest for reuse worldwide, this paper examines existing practices in France through selected case studies in an attempt to identify valuable lessons that could be learned from this experience for other countries or organisations seeking to encourage reuse. Well designed and flexible regulations to promote reuse combined with state of the art technology, operational know-how and expertise are identified as key ingredients for the success of individual projects.

Use of Lock-In Thermography for Non-Destructive 3D Defect Localization on System in Package and Stacked-Die Technology

2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rudolf Schlangen ◽  
Shinobu Motegi ◽  
Toshi Nagatomo ◽  
Christian Schmidt ◽  
Frank Altmann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Simulation Software ◽  
Heat Sources ◽  
Internal Reference ◽  
Short Introduction ◽  
3D Localization ◽  
Defect Localization ◽  
New Challenges ◽  
Lock In ◽  
Non Destructive

Abstract With the growing variety, complexity and market share of 3D packaged devices, package level FA is also facing new challenges and higher demand. This paper presents Lock-In Thermography (LIT) for fully non-destructive 3D defect localization of electrical active defects. After a short introduction of the basic LIT theory, two slightly different approaches of LIT based 3D localization will be discussed based on two case studies. The first approach relies on package internal reference heat sources (e.g. I/O-diodes) on different die levels. The second approach makes use of calibrated 3D simulation software to yield the differentiation between die levels in 8 die µSD technology.

Social Media for Mental Health Initiatives

2018 ◽  
pp. 210-224
Author(s):  
Gemma Richardson
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Suicide Prevention ◽  
Vulnerable Populations ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Mental Health Issues ◽  
Health Initiatives ◽  
New Challenges

Social media has added a new dynamic for those living with mental illness. There are several benefits to using social media to obtain information and support for mental health issues, but there are also new challenges and drawbacks. This chapter explores social media for mental health initiatives, with a focus on two case studies: Facebook's suicide prevention tools and the Bell Let's Talk campaign. These case studies highlight the unique ways that social media can be harnessed to raise awareness and provide support and resources to vulnerable populations, while also providing insights into the challenges of utilizing these platforms.

Critical Perspectives on Ageing: New Challenges for Gerontology

1996 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 467-487 ◽  
Author(s):  
Meredith Minkler
Keyword(s):  
Political Economy ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Culturally Relevant ◽  
Critical Gerontology ◽  
Feminist Perspectives ◽  
New Challenges ◽  
Ways Of Thinking ◽  
Humanistic Orientation ◽  
Critical Perspectives

AbstractCritical gerontology may be seen as evolving along two paths simultaneously, one embracing a broad political economy of ageing framework, and the second emerging from a humanistic orientation. This paper will present and highlight the special contributions of each of these pathways to the understanding of ageing and growing old. Emergent feminist perspectives on ageing, and ‘culturally relevant ways of thinking’ about ageing and diversity will then be presented as complementing and extending critical gerontology. The concept of empowerment will be seen as linking all four of these conceptual approaches, and case studies and examples will be used to illustrate the relevance of these alternative perspectives for better understanding and addressing the problems and challenges facing gerontology in the years ahead.

Becoming an Entrepreneur

2000 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
W. Ed McMullan ◽  
K. H. Vesper
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Personal Development ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Entrepreneurship Education ◽  
Education Programme ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Complete Understanding ◽  
Know How ◽  
Before And After

A single case study of a student was elaborated upon to illustrate the process of change through education. By choosing to study a graduate who had minimal background preparation and minimal interest in entrepreneurship before the education programme, the researchers have attempted to address some of the limits of change possible through entrepreneurship education. A structured interview was used to provide the initial ‘before and after’ account, after which extended and repeated probing was employed as the primary tool for exploring the personal development process involved. The case history was then used as a basis for developing a model of personal development required to make the transition from non-entrepreneur to entrepreneur. This case study was further intended to illustrate some of the relative merits of conducting in-depth case analysis over survey research in the domain of entrepreneurship education. Without in-depth case studies of individuals it is hard to know how much entrepreneurship programmes can change individuals. The possibility remains that entrepreneurship programmes just take potential entrepreneurs and give them a few more tools. Case studies of the change process can provide educators with a more complete understanding not only of what changes are possible within the confines of an education programme, but also of what programme interventions are more likely to produce the desired changes.

scholarly journals A digital twin uses classification system for urban planning & city infrastructure management

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 ◽  
pp. 832-862 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramy Al-Sehrawy ◽  
Bimal Kumar ◽  
Richard Watson
Keyword(s):  
Urban Planning ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Classification System ◽  
Practical Experience ◽  
Use Cases ◽  
Infrastructure Management ◽  
Three Solutions ◽  
Know How ◽  
Digital Twin ◽  
Standard Terminology

Recently, the concept of Digital Twin [DT] has pervaded the field of urban planning and city infrastructure management. This paper first affirms that the knowledge created by virtue of DT real-world implementation, through undertaking various DT pilot projects, case studies and proof-of-concept initiatives, comprises the ‘know-how’ and genuine practical experience upon which the DT research and practices can further develop and mature. It then argues that this type of knowledge is poorly captured and mostly left neither realized nor fully utilized. This significantly hinders the rate by which DT practices within the urban and built environments evolve. While acknowledging the benefits of the ongoing work by many DT researchers, including enumeration, categorization and detailing of multiple DT use cases, such endeavours arguably suffer from three profound weaknesses causing the inefficient sharing and transfer of DT ‘know-how’ knowledge amongst DT stakeholders. The three limitations are: (a) lack of DT standard terminology constituting a common DT language; (b) lack of standard and clear methods to enable documenting DT projects and making the ‘know-how’ explicit to the rest of the DT market; and (c) the lack of an established and adequate DT use cases classifications system to guide DT practitioners in searching for and retrieving the previously accomplished DT case studies that are most relevant to their interests and context. Correspondingly, three solutions are proposed constituting a three-pronged DT Uses Classification System [DTUCS]: prong-A (i.e. Standardize-to-Publish); prong-B (i.e. Detail-to-Prove); and prong-C (i.e. Classify-to-Reach). DTUCS is developed using a meta-methodology encapsulating a systematic literature review and three distinct sub-methodologies. The paper concludes with an overview of the implications of DTUCS along with recommendations on how it can be further validated and improved.

scholarly journals Speculating with glitches: keeping the future moving

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shawn Bodden ◽  
Jen Ross
Keyword(s):  
Online Learning ◽  
Learning Environment ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Real World ◽  
Power Relations ◽  
Online Learning Environment ◽  
Technical Error ◽  
First Case ◽  
New Challenges ◽  
The Government

This paper explores the glitch as a generative problem which is capable of introducing unanticipated possibilities and futures into situations. We understand the glitch as a sociomaterial encounter rather than merely a technical error, and argue that it calls for (re)consideration of here-and-now possible futures through practices of response and repair. Exploring the ways that people seek to respond to glitches, we consider two case studies in which unexpected problems provoke those involved to speculate playfully and practically about new possibilities. In the first case, a malfunctioning ‘Teacherbot’ incites new challenges and pedagogical opportunities in an online learning environment. In the second, Hungarian activists creatively use infrastructural and political problems to make new spaces of protest and to press the government to respond to their concerns. Considering these empirical cases allows us to observe how playful and disruptive dispositions have worked to question the terms of possible futures in the real world, and to unsettle the seemingly given terms of power-relations. Glitches are not a panacea, but they can provide an impetus to act from within situations that are uncertain, and can therefore point to new trajectories and possible futures.

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