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ATTITUDE TOWARDS USING ICT IN LEARNING AND TEACHING MATHEMATICS
Get PDFThis study questions attitudes of students and mathematics teachers towards using ICT in state schools of Latvia. The author has been using Latvian education portal “uzdevumi.lv” in teaching of mathematics for several years and has observed a very wide acceptance of this learning tool both among children and teachers. On the other hand, there have been certain obstacles to apply this and other ICTs more widely. Other sites, such as “Geogebra” and “Brilliant” have been used by schools abroad. The author observes that the things that prevent schools from using such sites to a large degree depend not only from the availability of computers at school, but also from students and teachers attitudes towards using ICT in mathematics learning and teaching.
THE ROLE OF SELF-EFFICACY IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN STUDENTS: A LITERATURE REVIEW
Get PDFPhysical activity among adults and adolescents do not meet the recommendations of WHO. Many studies focus on investigation of physical activity in students and the role of self-efficacy as important factor in predicting physical activity behaviour. Aim of the study was to determine the role of self-efficacy in physical activity in students. A literature review has been conducted to determine the self-efficacy measurements in physical activity studies and to determine factors related to self-efficacy and physical activity. Through search in the PubMed database 206 records were identified and 24 articles were included in further analysis. Thirteen studies used the General Self-Efficacy Scale [GSES] to measure self-efficacy level. Two studies considered The Exercise Self-Efficacy scale [ESES] focusing specifically on physical activity. Other studies considered different self-efficacy measurement tools including separate questions about physical activity self-efficacy as part of the questionnaire or survey used in the study. One study focused on emotional self-efficacy measures. Other factors investigated in relation to self-efficacy and physical activity were health beliefs, anxiety, depression, perceived stress, academic behaviour, academic procrastination, academic burnout, emotional intelligence, subjective well-being, Self-control, motivation and addiction, self-esteem, body image, sense of inferiority, and social support.
PASSENGER VEHICLES OPERATION CHANGES IN LATVIA
Get PDFThe purpose of the work is to look at the changes in Latvian society in the last 15 years. The main topics of the survey will be changes in the population, changes in the distribution of the population by cities and rural areas, changes in the distribution of the population by financial groups. All these changes will be compared with the changing trends of passenger cars, in order to find out that the changes in society affect the development of passenger car fleets
THE CONCEPT AND LEGAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE INSTITUTE OF MEDIATION
Get PDFMediation is one of the alternative dispute resolution methods. In recent years, mediation as an institute has developed very rapidly. Resolving disputes through alternative methods can be much faster, more efficient and the end result is satisfactory to both parties. Disputes as such have existed since the beginning of humanity. Therefore, in today\u27s world, this type of alternative dispute resolution needs to be developed in order to deal more successfully and effectively with the relations of modern society. Nowadays, there is an increasing development of society and technology, as a result of which mediation as a legal institution will develop more and more rapidly. In Latvia, mediation is regulated by the Mediation Law. The regulation of Latvian legislation must be developed so that mediation as an institute can also develop
TOPICALITY OF CONDITIONAL EARLY RELEASE
Get PDFConditional early release is a topical issue nowadays that can be faced by any convict who is eligible for parole. It is important not only to impose a sentence, but also to separate those convicted persons from the total number of convicts who are aware of the dangers of criminal activity and who should not serve their sentence in full, and their further correction is possible without isolation from society. Parole allows a prisoner to leave prison and return to society subject to certain restrictions and conditions. During parole, the prisoner will be subject to parole conditions and supervision. Parole provides prisoners with a structured, supported and supervised transition
THE ORGANIC FODDER TECHNOLOGIES AND DEVELOPMENT OPTIONS OF THE FARM “MIEZĪŠI”, PREIĻI DISTRICT
Get PDFThe research of fodder cultivation technology of the farm "Miezīši" is carried out in the work, comparing it with the situation in Latvia. Calculations of fodder needs and provision of fodder on the farm have been made. Concerning the production of organic feed Conclusions and proposals have been developed. The research has been developed on the basis of the accounting and review documents of the farm "Miezīši", special literature, publications in periodicals, as well as the laws of the Republic of Latvia and other regulatory documents related to the development of the organic livestock sector
STUDY LOAN TRENDS IN THE BALTIC STATES
Get PDFA competitive national economy requires a competitive, knowledgeable, educated population. Both state budget study places and paid study places have existed in higher education institutions for several years. Not all residents who want to obtain higher education are able to apply for state budget places or tuition fees are covered from personal funds. "Study loan trends in the Baltic states" has been developed with the aim of analyzing the popularity of study credits in the Baltic States based on theoretical information and the population of the Republic of Latvia, the Republic of Lithuania and the Republic of Estonia. Proposals have been developed for the Baltic public administrations and for improving the quality of study credit services and offers
CHOOSING PRODUCTS WITH SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING: ANALYSIS OF FACTORS INFLUENCING CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR
Get PDFManaging waste is a challenge both globally and locally. Sorting and recycling alone are not enough to reduce waste. Consumers’ mindset should change to buying less, using what they already have for longer, avoiding disposable tableware containers and reducing the purchases of packaged foods. The aim of the study is to understand consumer attitudes and engagement in the improving waste management, and to find out what factors influence consumers\u27 behaviour when choosing products with sustainable packaging. Used methods: questionnaires and an interview with a representative of a zero-waste store. The results indicate that nearly 90% of respondents are aware of the issue and are already taking action to reduce packaging waste. The main factors influencing consumers\u27 purchasing behaviour towards package-free products are income level and product price
COMPLIANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLE OF EQUAL TREATMENT IN PUBLIC PROCUREMENTS
Get PDFOn 1 March 2007, the new Public Procurement Law entered into force, which aims to ensure free competition of economic operators, as well as equal and fair treatment thereof. However, the practice of Procurement Monitoring Bureau shows that one of the most common causes of complaints made to Procurement Monitoring Bureau is non-compliance with the principle of equal treatment by contracting authority both in the wording of tender regulations, namely, by inclusion of non-equal requirements in relation to different categories of tenderers, and in the assessment process of the tenders of the tenderers. This imposes unjustified restrictions on competition and serves as a basis for corruption
BIOETHANOL AS AN ALTERNATIVE FUEL
Get PDFThe production of biofuels is like the development of a new, promising economic sector in Latvia. The production and introduction of biofuels is a factor promoting the development of Latvia\u27s rural areas, which allows the acquisition of abandoned agricultural land, improves soil fertility, creates additional income and new jobs for farmers, promotes investment in rural development and the establishment of new production companies. Biofuels are one way of reducing environmental pollution from road transport. To rebuild the car to run on bioethanol fuel E85, it is necessary to reprogram the engine control unit. Specifically, overwriting the information on the EPROM chip. In five years (2016–2020), the consumption of biofuels in transport has increased 4.4 times more due to changes in legislation - an increase in the minimum blend of biofuels