scholarly journals Archival Knowledge: Conceptual Frameworks for Recent Terminology in the KO Domain

2019 ◽  
Vol 46 (7) ◽  
pp. 522-529
Author(s):  
Natália Bolfarini Tognoli ◽  
Ana Célia Rodrigues ◽  
José Augusto Chaves Guimarães
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Knowledge Organization ◽  
Fundamental Aspect ◽  
Archival Studies ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Real Definition ◽  
Concept Theory ◽  
Knowledge Seeking ◽  
Archival Bond

Despite having the principle of provenance as its guiding element, the archival knowledge organization still prescinds, for conceptual purposes, of greater clarity of its object-the archival knowledge-a fundamental aspect for the sedimentation of the archival studies and of its discursive community in the scope of KO. This article aims to define a conceptual framework to archival knowledge by using Dahlberg’s concept theory. In this vein, it established the nominal concept or definiendum-archival knowledge-seeking to analyze its real definition, composed by three inseparable definiens: the concept of fonds, the knowledge of documentary form and the knowledge of document creation context. At the end, it demonstrates that archival knowledge can be defined as being a reunion of three indivisible facets in which the archival bond will be contemplated.

Corporate Reorganization Law and Forces of Change

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Paterson
Keyword(s):  
Financial Crisis ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Corporate Reorganization ◽  
Process Of Change ◽  
The Past ◽  
To Come ◽  
The Way

This book is concerned with the way in which forces of change, from the fields of finance and non-financial corporates, cause participants in the corporate reorganization process to adapt the ways in which they mobilize corporate reorganization law. It argues that scholars, practitioners, judges, and the legislature must all take care to connect their conceptual frameworks to the specific adaptations which emerge from this process of change. It further argues that this need to connect theoretical and policy concepts with practical adaptations has posed particular challenges when US corporate reorganization law has been under examination in the decade since the financial crisis. At the same time, the book suggests that English scholars, practitioners, judges, and the legislature have been more successful, over the course of the past ten years, in choosing concepts to frame their analysis which are sensitive to the ways in which corporate reorganization law is currently used. Nonetheless, it suggests that new problems may be on the horizon for English corporate reorganization lawyers in adapting their conceptual framework in the decades to come.

scholarly journals The Matter at Hand: A Practice-Theoretical Model of Digital Gaming

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 7-26
Author(s):  
Milan Jaćević
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Model ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
General Model ◽  
Practice Theory ◽  
Pierre Bourdieu ◽  
Digital Game ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Digital Gaming ◽  
Human Practice

Investigations into the nature of the activity of gaming have been made difficult by virtue of the plurality of possible forms this activity may take. In this paper, I address this problem by examining (digital) gaming under the heading of practice theory, in an attempt to shed more light on the practical aspects of ludic literacy. Building on the theoretical and conceptual frameworks of Pierre Bourdieu, I present a general model of digital gaming as a form of situated human practice, followed by details of a case study, conducted in order to test and adjust the initial version of the model. Though further research with a greater population of players is needed in order to expand the scope of the model, the findings of the study lend credence to its validity as a conceptual framework for delineating and framing different practices generated by digital game artefacts.

The Moral Dimension

1995 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 324-347 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeff Sugarman ◽  
Jack Martin
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Study ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Focus Attention ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Moral Dimension ◽  
Psychotherapeutic Practice ◽  
Moral Dimensions ◽  
Empirical Illustration ◽  
Counseling Psychologists

The authors argue that counseling psychologists will benefit from the development of conceptual frameworks that focus attention and consideration on the moral dimensions of psychotherapeutic practice. The authors present such a conceptualization with respect to actual psychotherapeutic conversations, and they provide an empirical illustration of how this conceptual framework illuminates the moral dimension of such conversations. The authors also briefly explore possibilities for further conceptual and empirical study of moral aspects of counseling and psychotherapy.

scholarly journals Rethinking conceptual frameworks and models of health and natural environments

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 158-179 ◽  
Author(s):  
Roderick John Lawrence ◽  
Julien Forbat ◽  
Joris Zufferey
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Human Activities ◽  
Conceptual Models ◽  
Public Spaces ◽  
Outdoor Environment ◽  
Natural Environments ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Physical And Mental Health ◽  
Positive Health ◽  
Human Contact

This article considers conceptual frameworks and models applied in research about the multiple relations between human contact with natural environments (specifically green public spaces), diverse kinds of human activities and uses of those spaces, and effects on physical and mental health. Conceptual frameworks are tools for thinking about such complex subjects. Conceptual models represent the multiple relations between key factors and variables. These models can be used to represent the mutual interactions between the core components of environmental conditions of specific green public spaces, the main kinds of human activities in those settings, and various impacts on health. A literature search showed that the authors of various conceptual models used a metaphor of pathways to represent relations between explanatory variables by linear cause–effect relations. Mutual interaction between key variables and feedback loops between different components of the model are rarely included. Hence, it is argued that these models do not represent the complexity of real world situations. The authors propose a systemic conceptual framework founded on core principles of human ecology. The proposed conceptual framework and model have been formulated during and after an EU 7th Framework project about the ‘‘Positive Health Effects of the Natural Outdoor Environment in Typical Populations in Different Regions of Europe.”

Conceptual frameworks for the drivers and barriers of integrated sustainable solid waste management

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (3) ◽  
pp. 516-546 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gahana Gopal C. ◽  
Yogesh B. Patil ◽  
Shibin K.T. ◽  
Anand Prakash
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Sample Size ◽  
Solid Waste ◽  
Solid Waste Management ◽  
Developing Nations ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Content Type ◽  
To Come ◽  
Power And Dependence

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to formulate frameworks for the drivers and barriers of integrated sustainable solid waste management (ISSWM) with reference to conditions prevailing in India. Design/methodology/approach A multi-phased approach was adopted in this paper to come up with the conceptual framework of the drivers and barriers of ISSWM. In the first phase, drivers and barriers of ISSWM were identified based on a systematic literature review process. In the second phase, 25 experts having 15 plus years of experience in the field of sustainable development and environmental management were consulted to get their opinion. Validation and understanding of the interrelationship among the selected drivers and barriers were done based on the insights from expert interviews. And in the final phase, structural self-interaction matrix and transitive links are defined based on the expert opinion to come up with the theoretical frameworks of drivers and barriers of ISSWM. Findings Findings reveal the importance to have a system view point approach by giving equal importance to social, environmental and economic pillars of sustainability along with the technology component to effectively and sustainably manage the solid waste disposal. Institutional effectiveness and the robust policy and frameworks are the two variables found to have the highest driving power. Poor social values and ethics, huge population and illiteracy are the three most critical barriers faced by developing nations in achieving the sustainability practices in the solid waste management. The proposed frameworks of drivers and barriers of ISSWM will definitely help policy makers to effectively manage the sustainable waste management practices for developing economies by focusing on the key variables listed out. Research limitations/implications One of the limitations is in the use of very limited sample size in the study. Another limitation is that total interpretive structural modeling fails to come up with the relative weightings of drivers and barriers used in the study. These limitations can be overcome by extending the research by using a semi-structured questionnaire survey with higher sample size for the empirical validation of the model. Practical implications This research will help to clearly understand the framework of drivers and barriers of variables and their hierarchical level based on the driving power and dependence. Since such articles focusing on the conceptual frameworks of drivers and barriers of ISSWM are found to be very scant, this paper will equally help academicians and waste management professionals to understand the concepts deeply, by getting answers to the fundamental questions of “what,” “why” and “how.” Developed framework of drivers explicitly shows the need to attain financial stability through the commercialization of the waste management initiatives, which will help to reduce burden on various governmental institutions. Commercialization opportunities will also help to have more successful start-up ventures in solid waste management domain that can provide improved employment opportunities and hygiene environment in the developing nations like India. Originality/value Based on the authors’ best knowledge, there is hardly any article that explicitly explains the conceptual frameworks of the drivers and barriers of ISSWM by considering the conditions prevailing in developing countries like India. And thus, this can be considered as one of the unique research attempts to build a clear conceptual framework of ISSWM. The study contributes significantly to the existing literature body by clearly interpreting the interrelationships and the driving power and dependence of variables of ISSWM.

scholarly journals Validating The Core Concept Of “Mass Balance”

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (2) ◽  
pp. 276-280
Author(s):  
Joel Michael ◽  
Harold Modell
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Mass Balance ◽  
Balance Equation ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Mass Balance Equation ◽  
Core Concept ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
The Core ◽  
Making Sense ◽  
Fundamental Mass

We have created a conceptual framework for the core concept of “mass balance.” Unlike the previous conceptual frameworks that we have created and validated, the framework for “mass balance” is simply a description in words of the fundamental mass balance equation and the implications of the equation. We surveyed physiology faculty and asked them to rate the importance of “mass balance” as defined by the conceptual framework and also to rate the importance for their students of being able to apply the core concept to liquids, gases, solutes, and solids. Respondents indicated that “mass balance” is important and that our conceptual framework provides a useful tool for teaching and learning. We discuss several examples of how “mass balance” can be used in making sense about a variety of physiological phenomena.

scholarly journals Pediatrics Milestone Project: Next Steps Toward Meaningful Outcomes Assessment

2010 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 577-584 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia J. Hicks ◽  
Robert Englander ◽  
Daniel J. Schumacher ◽  
Ann Burke ◽  
Bradley J. Benson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Medical Education ◽  
Medical School ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Graduate Medical Education ◽  
Working Group ◽  
Collaborative Effort ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Threats To Validity ◽  
Behavioral Expectations ◽  
Measurement Tools

Abstract In the September 2010 issue of JGME, the Pediatric Milestones Working Group published “The Pediatrics Milestones: Conceptual Framework, Guiding Principles, and Approach to Development”, a document that describes the construction of the first iteration of the Pediatric Milestones. These Milestones were developed by the Working Group as a group of practical behavioral expectations for each of the 52 sub-competencies. In constructing these Milestones, the authors were cognizant of the need to ground the Milestones themselves in evidence, theories or other conceptual frameworks that would provide the basis for the ontogeny of development for each sub-competency. During this next phase of the Milestones development, the process will continue with consultation with content experts and consideration of assessment of Milestones. We have described possible measurement tools, explored threats to validity, establishment of benchmarks, and possible approaches to reporting of performance. The vision of the Pediatrics Milestone Project is to understand the development of a pediatrician from entry into medical school through the twilight of a physician’s career, and the work will require a collaborative effort of the undergraduate and graduate medical education communities, and the accrediting and certifying bodies.

The IASB and ASBJ Conceptual Frameworks: Same Objective, Different Financial Performance Concepts

2014 ◽  
Vol 29 (1) ◽  
pp. 199-216 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carien van Mourik ◽  
Yuko Katsuo
Keyword(s):  
Financial Performance ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Financial Reporting ◽  
Accounting Standards ◽  
General Purpose ◽  
International Accounting Standards ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Accounting Standard ◽  
Decision Usefulness

SYNOPSISThis paper illustrates that, despite their general agreement on the decision-usefulness objective of general purpose financial reporting, the Accounting Standard Board of Japan (ASBJ) and the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB)'s conceptual frameworks are based on two different concepts of financial performance. By identifying and contrasting the two financial performance concepts and their impact on the rest of the frameworks and by explaining the thinking that underpins the ASBJ's chosen financial performance concept, it contributes to a debate about the role of financial performance concepts in fulfilling the decision-usefulness objective. Such a debate is pertinent to the revision of the IASB's Conceptual Framework, which is scheduled for completion in 2015.

Intervention Fidelity in Interventions: An Integrative Literature Review

2016 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 258-271 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Ibrahim ◽  
Souraya Sidani
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Conceptual Framework ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Complex Interventions ◽  
Causal Effects ◽  
Intervention Fidelity ◽  
Conceptual Frameworks ◽  
Alternative Framework

Background: Complex interventions are frequently used in health care by various providers. It is important for researchers and clinicians to monitor and assess intervention fidelity which refers to the degree to which an intervention is implemented as originally planned and intended to draw valid conclusions about whether the intervention produces the intended outcomes. Purpose: The authors undertook a review of the current literature of intervention fidelity, critically appraised the utility of the existing conceptual frameworks for intervention fidelity, and proposed an alternative framework for intervention fidelity and complex interventions. Conclusion: The proposed conceptual framework offers a means for researchers and clinicians to understand how to design and implement intervention with quality and as intended as well as identify potential moderators that may influence the implementation of an intervention. This conceptualization allows researchers and practitioners to be able to reach valid conclusions about the causal effects of the intervention on the outcomes of interest.

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