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Modeling Healthcare Managerial And IT Sophistication
Full text linkSophisticated healthcare managers understand that managing information and selecting technology are two related but separate skill sets. Information Technology Governance (ITG) allows healthcare organizations to deal with complex issues, compete effectively, and support patient needs by integrating managerial and IT sophistication to improve business performance. An organizational model that merges IT and managerial sophistication by improving ITG to forecast business outcomes must grasp the intricacies of technology to acquire, manage, and utilize information technology in alignment with business strategies. The proposed model differentiates between internal and external IT management strategic thinking, emphasizing the critical need to govern IT effectively by having a deeper understanding of IT to better engage internal and external stakeholders through suitable structures, processes, and relational mechanisms
Sustainable Enterprise Architecture: Embedding Circular Economy and Lifecycle Thinking in IT Strategy
Full text linkThis paper explores the integration of sustainability into traditional Enterprise Architecture (EA), proposing a novel Sustainable Enterprise Architecture (SEA) model, and uses the fashion industry to illustrate the efficacy of the proposed model. The SEA framework systematically embeds environmental, social, and economic sustainability principles into corporate strategy and operational practices. This research also addresses the significant intention-action gaps among consumers and organizations in sustainability practice. Through vivid case examples, such as MUD Jeans\u27 leasing model and Pact\u27s affordable circular apparel, this research highlights practical pathways for operationalizing sustainability. By leveraging Circular Economy (CE) and Product Life Cycle (PLC) concepts, SEA fosters collaborative stakeholder engagement, promoting substantial advancements in sustainable practices within the fashion industry
Beyond the Classroom: Competition Competency Creates Cybersecurity Careers (5Cs)
Full text linkABSTRACT
The demand for cybersecurity talent appears to be constantly growing[1], but the statistics can be illusory. According to Wages and Employment Trends in ONET On-Line[2] cybersecurity job openings are ranked as having a Bright Outlook, and on May 1 2025 Cyberseek listed 450,000 US job openings out of a workforce of 1.25 million. However, most entry-level cybersecurity jobs require several years of experience resulting in a mismatch between supply and demand. Despite a “hot job market”, recently minted cybersecurity college graduates without experience have a hard time securing their first “entry-level” because they don’t meet the minimum requirements[3].
According to multiple hiring managers, “You have to be able to tell your story.” If an applicant cannot explicitly explain to the hiring manager the value they bring to an organization, they don’t get hired. Cybersecurity is a socio-technological team-oriented workplace, and competitive hires need to be able to articulate examples of experiences they have had while working in comparable environments. Students are not able to compete effectively for entry level jobs if they are only able to talk about what they have learned in class.
Our interview-based research demonstrates how students can acquire relevant and requisite experiences through participating in cybersecurity competitions. Students who distinguish themselves by developing a track record outside of basic classroom activities earn more and have more employment choices upon graduation. To summarize our findings: what students do outside the classroom is as important as what they do in the classroom. Participating in competitions provides students with an opportunity to understand the relevance and purpose of what they need to learn in the classroom, and to market themselves more effectively in the job market.
Key words: competency, employability, competitions, cybersecurity education.
[1] Retrieved from: Cybersecurity Supply And Demand Heat Map, www.cyberseek.org/heatmap/html
[2] Retrieved from: ONET On-Line www.onetonline.org
[3] Retrieved from: Sayegh, E., The Cybersecurity Crisis Companies Can\u27t fill roles, Forbes, 2025-02-0
SOURCES OF FOSTER PARENTS’ CONFUSION IN THE CHILD WELFARE SYSTEM
Full text linkBackground: Foster parents are a critical part of the child welfare system responsible for half the children in the child welfare. Despite this a literature gap exists when it comes to understanding foster parent experiences with the child welfare system that serves them. Objective: The aim of this proposal is to create a study that attempts to understand what areas of the child welfare system are confusing to foster parents. For the purposes of the study the child welfare system will be broken down into three parts: Foster family agencies, the dependency court system, and county child welfare agencies. Method: In the proposed study, foster parents recruited through social media would undergo qualitative interviews about their experience with the various aspects of the child welfare system. Afterwards Interviews will be transcribed by the researcher for any relevant themes
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AMONG AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN
Full text linkThis study explored how well social service providers understood barriers and racial differences in domestic violence among African American women. This study raised the need to examine further social service providers\u27 knowledge of cultural competency and systemic challenges. This study consisted of a qualitative study that gathered seven social service provider\u27s perspective through an interview guide. Thematic analysis data gathered during interviews was used in this study to identify the adverse effects within this population. The findings of this research study contribute to social work practice by providing insight into racial challenges within the support systems that may affect African American women who have experienced domestic violence
A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF EFFECTIVE SCHOOL-BASED INTERVENTIONS AGAINST BULLYING IN THE UNITED STATES
Full text linkBullying remains a persistent issue within the United States (U.S.) educational system, affecting–among other things–students’ well-being, academic performance, and mental health. This mixed-methods systematic review was purported to address gaps in previous literature by identifying effective school-based interventions against bullying implemented between 2017 and 2024 in the U.S. Using a purposive sampling method, this review screened three electronic databases: APA PsycNET, ERIC, and JSTOR to garner relevant studies. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines were employed to ensure rigorous selection and analysis of relevant articles. There were four studies in this systematic review (n=4). The findings highlight various intervention strategies, including bystander training, student-led initiatives, and school-wide policy implementations. Notably, programs such as the STAC intervention, Tackling It Together, and Stand for Courage demonstrated significant reductions in bullying victimization and perpetration. However, after applying the Levels of Evidence-Based Intervention Effectiveness (LEBIE) framework, the results indicate that while some interventions effectively reduced bullying in the short term, long-term sustainability remains a concern. This study underscores the need for continuous adaptation of anti-bullying programs to diverse school environments. Future research should explore longitudinal impacts and qualitative insights to enhance intervention effectiveness and school climate improvement.
Keywords: bullying, anti-bullying school-based interventions, systematic review, PRISMA, mixed-methods research design, social wor
DO LGBTQ+ LATINOS EXPERIENCE HIGHER LEVELS OF DEPRESSION COMPARED TO HETEROSEXUAL LATINOS?
Full text linkThis study examines depression levels in both LGBTQ+ and Heterosexual Latinos. Quantitative data was collected using Qualtrics, an online survey data collector. The data collected from Qualitics will provide an insight regarding mental health among participants and examine depression levels amongst both groups. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS, a software program tool that helps analyze and manage data. To measure the severity of depression, the researcher will utilize the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale, a 17-questionnaire instrument for assessing symptoms of depression and compare the level of depression amongst both groups. Key findings from the research revealed slight differences in depression levels between LGBTQ+ and Heterosexual Latinos. The significance of this study will help social workers gain an insight into the intersection of culture, identity, and mental health of LGBTQ+ and Heterosexual Latinos. The researcher focused the study on LGBTQ+ and Heterosexual Latinos in Coachella Valley in hopes to spread awareness and education to those living in this community. Social Workers can implement support services that address the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ Latinos and Heterosexual Latinos. On a Micro level, they can provide counseling for at-risk individuals, and at a macro level, the social workers can push for policy changes prohibiting discriminatory laws