scholarly journals IMMERSION FOR MOBILIZATION: USE OF 360-DEGREE VIDEOS AND VIRTUAL REALITY IN PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 32-38
Author(s):  
Hélio Lemes Costa Júnior ◽  
Letícia Almeida Amaral
Keyword(s):  
Virtual Reality ◽  
United Nations ◽  
Public Administration ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Technological Innovations ◽  
Refugee Camps ◽  
Ongoing Research ◽  
Syrian Refugee ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Research

Purpose of the study: The article presents ongoing research that experiments the use of technological innovations in public administration. The hypothesis is that technologies can promote mobilization through immersion in virtual reality. Methodology: The technologies chosen were the videos produced in 360-degree cameras and virtual reality glasses, to bring public policymakers closer to the realities that such policies will address. Main Findings: This paper presents the theoretical basis, techniques and methodologies used to achieve the objectives and the current state of research, allowing new suggestions from academic and scientific peers to contribute to the improvement of this work. Implications: This study was based on UN (United Nations) experiences in trying to raise funds for Syrian refugee camps in Jordan.

Literacy: a sustainable justice tool for refugee emancipation

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 447-454 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shirley Worland
Keyword(s):  
United Nations ◽  
Adult Literacy ◽  
Developmental Model ◽  
Border Zone ◽  
Refugee Camps ◽  
Ongoing Research ◽  
Grass Roots ◽  
Resilient Communities ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Changing Times

This article relates to ongoing research that began in 2012, which first explored the related meanings attached to the dual constructs of literacy/non-literacy and the development of displaced Karen living in refugee camps and villages along the Thai‐Myanmar border zone. The research expanded to a participatory community developmental model to develop, implement and evaluate adult literacy programmes aiming at emancipating refugees to be active participants in the current United Nations High Commission for Refugees roadmap for repatriation to their homeland, Myanmar. Research findings demonstrate the value of grass-roots adult literacy programmes to achieve sustainable justice, emancipating refugees to confidently build more resilient communities in these changing times.

scholarly journals TECHNICAL ANALYSIS AND ITS THEORETICAL BASIS FOR TRADING ACTIVITY MANAGEMENT

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 52-64
Author(s):  
Maria Lyakina ◽  
Blagovesta Koyundzhiyska-Davidkova ◽  
Jozsef Popp
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Stock Exchange ◽  
Value Added ◽  
Technical Analysis ◽  
Modern Technology ◽  
Financial Derivatives ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Current State ◽  
Activity Management ◽  
State Of Research

Research background: In today's era of modern technology, traditional and new methods as well as processes and technologies increasingly contrast. In the first chapter, we focused on a detailed description of the first historical changes in the emergence of trade and financial derivatives. We also identified and described the emergence of specialised trading and stock exchange locations. We continued with a description of the basic methods of analysis and focused on the basics of technical analysis. In the next chapter, we evaluated the current state of research in this area and, based on previous research, we classified and structured individual studies. Purpose of the article: The aim of our contribution is to examine, in detail, the basics and current research in the field of technical analysis. Methods: We consider the inconsistent results of the studies analysed to be very interesting. We consider the unsystematic and inconsistent methodology of the assessment of individual studies to be a major problem. As we mentioned in the article, in many instances the studies analysed focused only on individual aspects of technical analysis and evaluated the final results of the business process. Findings & Value added: In other cases, the results were skewed, mainly due to the nonacceptance of transaction costs or due to risk abstraction. However, despite such results, technical analysis as such can be a valuable tool for predicting price movements. Subsequently, we described our findings, interpreted them, and identified their limitations. We consider the aim of the study to have been met, and believe that it will be beneficial in the field of research on this issue.

scholarly journals Representation of value and meaning in the structure of vandalism: an empirical study

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 80-85
Author(s):  
Kirill V. Zlokazov
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Model ◽  
Young People ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Current State ◽  
Subjective Value ◽  
State Of Research ◽  
The Relationship

The article is devoted to predicting and preventing urban vandalism. In the article described current state of research on structure of vandalism – motives, attitudes, ideas. It is shown that the activity approach can serve as a theoretical basis for study of the internal plan of vandal actions. On its basis, a theoretical model is determined, including the motive of vandalism and the ideas that regulate its implementation. These are the subjective value of vandal action and value that subject attaches to vandal action. The organisation, procedure and results of empirical research are described. Using a sample of young people living in 106 Russian cities (n = 650 people), we study the relationship between subjective ideas about the ability to commit a vandal act, its motives, attributed value and meaning. The results show that there is a conjugate effect of these representations on subjective ability to behave like a vandal. Their interpretation shows the presence of opposite approaches to the assessment of vandalism – from rejection to acceptance.

scholarly journals Head-Mounted Virtual Reality and Mental Health: Critical Review of Current Research (Preprint)

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shaun W Jerdan ◽  
Mark Grindle ◽  
Hugo C van Woerden ◽  
Maged N Kamel Boulos
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Health Knowledge ◽  
Three Dimensional ◽  
Computer Hardware ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Head Mounted Display ◽  
Current State ◽  
State Of Research

BACKGROUND eHealth interventions are becoming increasingly used in public health, with virtual reality (VR) being one of the most exciting recent developments. VR consists of a three-dimensional, computer-generated environment viewed through a head-mounted display. This medium has provided new possibilities to adapt problematic behaviors that affect mental health. VR is no longer unaffordable for individuals, and with mobile phone technology being able to track movements and project images through mobile head-mounted devices, VR is now a mobile tool that can be used at work, home, or on the move. OBJECTIVE In line with recent advances in technology, in this review, we aimed to critically assess the current state of research surrounding mental health. METHODS We compiled a table of 82 studies that made use of head-mounted devices in their interventions. RESULTS Our review demonstrated that VR is effective in provoking realistic reactions to feared stimuli, particularly for anxiety; moreover, it proved that the immersive nature of VR is an ideal fit for the management of pain. However, the lack of studies surrounding depression and stress highlight the literature gaps that still exist. CONCLUSIONS Virtual environments that promote positive stimuli combined with health knowledge could prove to be a valuable tool for public health and mental health. The current state of research highlights the importance of the nature and content of VR interventions for improved mental health. While future research should look to incorporate more mobile forms of VR, a more rigorous reporting of VR and computer hardware and software may help us understand the relationship (if any) between increased specifications and the efficacy of treatment.

scholarly journals Predicting treatment response to IL6R blockers in rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatology ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 59 (12) ◽  
pp. 3603-3610 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bako Nouri ◽  
Nisha Nair ◽  
Anne Barton
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Response ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
Ongoing Research ◽  
Current State ◽  
Disease Modifying ◽  
State Of Research ◽  
Biologic Drug ◽  
Predict Treatment Response

Abstract Patients with severe, active RA who have not responded to conventional therapy may receive biological disease modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (bDMARDs). However, 40% of cases do not achieve complete disease control, resulting in a negative impact on patient quality of life and representing a waste of healthcare resources. Ongoing research seeks to establish biomarkers, which can be used to predict treatment response to biologics in RA to enable more targeted approaches to treatment. However, much of the work has focused on one class of biologic drug, the TNF inhibitors (TNFi). Here, we will review the current state of research to identify biomarkers predictive of response to the class of bDMARDs targeting the IL6R. While success has been limited thus far, serum drug and low ICAM1 levels have shown promise, with associations reported in independent studies. The challenges faced by researchers and lessons learned from studies of TNFi will be discussed.

The Palestinian Refugee Camps In Jordan: Between National Identity and Socio-economic Integration

2004 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 198-221 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ala Al-Hamarneh
Keyword(s):  
United Nations ◽  
Collective Memory ◽  
Economic Integration ◽  
Refugee Camps ◽  
Spatial Integration ◽  
Political Activities ◽  
Cultural Traditions ◽  
The Past ◽  
Distinct Character ◽  
Palestinian Refugee

At least 50 per cent of the population of Jordan is of Palestinian origin. Some 20 per cent of the registered refugees live in ten internationally organized camps, and another 20 per cent in four locally organized camps and numerous informal camps. The camps organized by the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) play a major role in keeping Palestinian identity alive. That identity reflects the refugees' rich cultural traditions, political activities, as well as their collective memory, and the distinct character of each camp. Over the past two decades integration of the refugees within Jordanian society has increased. This paper analyses the transformation of the identity of the camp dwellers, as well as their spatial integration in Jordan, and other historical and contemporary factors contributing to this transformation.

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in Mathematics

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
pp. 145-158
Author(s):  
Kenta Nagasawa
Keyword(s):  
Professional Development ◽  
Teacher Education ◽  
Culturally Responsive ◽  
Latino Students ◽  
Culturally Responsive Pedagogy ◽  
Mathematics Teacher Education ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Current State ◽  
Responsive Pedagogy ◽  
State Of Research

Purpose: This paper is a thematic literature review to examine the current state of research about Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in mathematics. The main themes are students’ perception, teacher education for pre-service teacher and professional development for teachers. Research methods/ approach: Literature was collected from Eric, which is a research engine of the education field. Also, Google Scholar is used to find articles of major scholars introduced by Dr. Rich Milner, who is the instructor of this course. Findings: Students faced microaggressions in mathematics class, which discouraged them to learn mathematics. The effect of teacher education was inconsistent in terms of the awareness of culturally responsive pedagogy and lesson plans. Research of professional development mentioned that mathematics was cultural. Implications for research and practice: It is more interesting to conduct long term or follow-up research to find the teacher’s practice after a taking professional development program. Also, it is critical to expand research scope besides African American and Latino students. Finally, evidence-based research is needed to change the political situation. Keywords: culturally responsive teaching, mathematics, teacher education, professional development, student’s perception

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