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Unravelling the Complexity of Addiction to Social Networking Sites: A Multidimensional Analysis
Get PDFInformation behaviour and social network sites addiction (hereafter referred to as SNS addiction) are two concepts that have become increasingly relevant in the digital age. Information behaviour refers to how individuals seek, access, evaluate, and use information to meet their goals. These two concepts can be interconnected. Individuals who exhibit addictive tendencies may excessively and compulsively use social networks to obtain information or social approval, which can be reinforced by the constant availability of information and social connections. This study aimed to investigate the multidimensional nature of SNS addiction by examining socio-demographic characteristics, personal, spatiotemporal, environmental, and task contexts. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 174 users to assess addiction levels and explore related factors. The Addiction Severity Index (ASI) was used to classify participants into four levels. Data analysis included cross-tabulations, frequency counts, and chi-square tests. The results revealed that 41% of participants were classified as SNS addicts, suggesting a significant prevalence of this behaviour. No significant differences were found in addiction levels based on gender and age groups. In terms of individual context, those classified as addicts demonstrated excessive involvement in activities such as media viewing, content rating, and private messaging. In conclusion, this thorough analysis emphasizes the intricate, multifaceted nature of the phenomenon and underscores the importance of considering contextual factors when designing effective interventions. Understanding the intricate dynamics of SNS addiction can inform the development of effective strategies for healthier patterns of usage of information
How to Succeed in Building a Virtual Team
Get PDFIn an era dominated by globalization and rapid technological advancements, it has become imperative to focus on optimal strategies to achieve organizational goals and provide a conducive environment for employees. Unfortunately, some fail to recognize that what was once considered a luxury has now become an essential necessity for success and sustainability. Neglecting these factors can have serious consequences. Virtual teams play a crucial role in the success of many companies as they enter the virtual world either partially or entirely. Their effectiveness relies on adhering to necessary standards and guidelines. Although several references have addressed this topic, challenges continue to arise over time. Remote work is the future of work, and it is essential to acquire the skills and readiness required for it. This research adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, drawing upon theoretical aspects from both Arabic and foreign studies. It applies SWOT analysis to three case studies to examine strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The findings emphasize that enhancing trust, technical skills, communication, and leaders' attention to employees are key factors for the success of virtual teams. Inadequate social environments and insufficient training in modern technologies can lead to setbacks for organizations. The recommendations include fostering communication and supporting mental well-being, investing in robust technological infrastructure, and selecting leaders with the necessary skills to ensure the success of virtual teams
Occupational pressures and its impact on time consumed in receiving and providing emergency department in Governmental Hospitals at Najran, Saudi Arabia
Get PDFThe study aims to measure Occupational pressures and its impact on time consumed in receiving and providing emergency service in the emergency department of Governmental Hospitals in Najran Region in Saudi Arabia, the study followed Quantitative research methodology, descriptive and analytical research method depending on questionnaire which was applied a sample that consists of (229) physicians, Medical Support Services, nursing staff, and Administration in all public hospitals in Najran Province the study reached results the most important of which there was a high degree of occupational pressures, where the study results indicated that the work environment dimension was in the first rank, followed by the role ambiguity dimension, where are two variables at a high level of estimation. In the third rank there was the career growth dimension, followed by the role burden dimension in the fourth rank. In fifth rank there was the volume of work required dimension, while in last rank there was the difficulty of the work dimension, where these dimensions were at medium level of estimation. The study results showed that there is a statistically significant relationship between (role burden, career growth, work environment) and the time consumed in providing emergency service in public hospitals in Najran Province in Saudi Arabia. According to the results the study reached recommendations that could reduce occupational pressures to reduce time consumed in providing emergency service in public hospitals in Najran Province in Saudi Arabia
The role of forensic accounting strategies in reducing financial and administrative corruption cases.
Get PDFAfter science overlapped with the cases of corruption and financial fraud witnessed by most countries of the world, studies began to unite to create dual professional disciplines. One of the most important of these unions is the union of law with accounting to produce the concept of forensic accounting to increase powers to move forward in detecting corruption and fraud In this paper, we discussed many issues such as the nature of financial and administrative fraud, the importance of forensic accounting, extent to which it affects public confidence mainly, types of financial fraud, and the most important factors affect it, in addition to a theoretical clarification, framework of forensic accounting and the main role to reducing financial and administrative fraud Because Auditing Accounting methods powerfull detecting fraud, it was necessary to have techniques and strategies to reduce cases of financial and administrative corruption by reviewing the most important global experiences, the importance of this paper can be presented as a scientific study that examines the possibility of using forensic accounting as an effective tool to reduce cases of financial and administrative corruption
Insertion of Civil and Political Human Rights in Communications Laws: International Principles
Get PDFCommunications activities represent a vital and imperative human necessity as well as a basic human right. The right to communication should be measured in the configuration of the freedom of expression and the democracy. The recognition of human rights values, based on the moralities of freedom, equality, harmony, comprehensiveness, diversity, internationality and participation, is straight connected to the potentials of communication as a right. What principles should be involved in the legislations to recognize the human rights? This research aims to answer this question.  
Transformational Leadership and its Relation to Organizational Loyalty among the Public Secondary Schools' Principals in Jeddah Governate from the Teachers' Point of View
Get PDFThe aim of this study is to investigate the extent to which public secondary schools principals in Jeddah Governate practice the four aspects of transformational leadership behavior (idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation and individualized consideration), as well as investigate the organizational loyalty in the public secondary schools in Jeddah Province. Moreover, the study investigated the extent to which transformational leadership behavior relates to the dimensions of organizational loyalty in the public secondary schools in Jeddah Province, and whether there are statistically significant differences in the responses of the participants about the dimensions of the study that can be attributed to their individual and job variables including educational qualifications, years of experience and specialization. The study used the descriptive relational methodology in order to fulfill its goals. The questionnaire designed for the purpose of this study was made of two parts, the first was made of 32 items distributed over four dimensions, and the second was made of 24 items distributed over three dimensions. The population of the study was made of the public secondary schools teachers working in the Educational Directorate of Jeddah Province. The sample was made of 363 teachers making up 10.3% of the secondary schoolteachers of Jeddah Province . The study indicated that the practice of transformational leadership of the public secondary schools principals in Jeddah Province was very high in the opinion of the secondary school teachers. On the other hand the organizational loyalty behavior of the secondary schoolteachers was also very high in their opinion. The study recommended the necessity of consolidating the behaviors of transformational leadership of the public secondary schools principals through training courses. On the other hand, teachers and students achievement should be advanced along with increase of power delegation by paying attention to linking organizational loyalty level with student achievement level in the secondary schools
A Comparative Study of Syrian Refugee Children in Jordan and Turkey: An Exploratory Research
Get PDFThis research paper compares the experiences of Syrian refugee children in Jordan and Turkey, focusing on the educational, social, and psychological dimensions of their lives. Adopting an exploratory research methodology. The findings highlight both similarities and differences in the support systems provided to Syrian refugee children in the two countries. While efforts have been made to provide access to education and support social integration, challenges such as overcrowded classrooms, language barriers, and limited resources persist. The psychological well-being of Syrian refugee children has been significantly impacted by their exposure to violence and displacement. The study suggests policy recommendations, including strengthening education systems, developing language support programs, enhancing mental health support, fostering collaboration, and advocating for the rights and well-being of Syrian refugee children. Implementation of these recommendations can contribute to improving the educational, social, and psychological support provided to Syrian refugee children, ultimately facilitating their successful integration into host communities
The Role of Forensic Accounting in reducing tax evasion (crimes and penalties)
Get PDFThis study aims to examine the tax-related issues of forensic accounting and to try to introduce the role of forensic accounting in tax-related cases. The study was completed through a literature review and was conducted as a review study. Although forensic accounting, which is the main element of the study, has been defined more than once, in short, it is a rapidly developing field in accounting that is in the middle of law and accounting with the use of accounting knowledge and skills in legal disputes. One of the reasons underlying a large part of the types of crimes defined as economic crimes from the research areas of forensic accounting is avoiding paying taxes. This reason is hidden under economic crimes such as forging documents, financial manipulations, fraud, and money laundering crimes, which are among these crimes. A forensic accountant will be able to assist interested parties in tax cases under the names of expert testimony, litigation support consulting, and fraud auditing. Thus, the contribution of forensic accounting to the fair receipt of tax and its contribution to the budget of the states is undeniable
Advancing English as a Foreign Language Teacher Education in Palestine: A Comprehensive Review of the Literature
Get PDFThis study aimed to focus on promoting English as a foreign language for teacher education. To understand this topic further, a detailed evaluation of the literature was performed. The assessment discusses the main issues faced by English language education in Palestine, as well as the measures that have been implemented to address them. Where it turned out that one of the most important obstacles facing teaching English in Palestine is the lack of skilled teachers. There are a limited number of English language instructors in the country, and many of them lack the basic skills and training to teach the language properly. This affected the quality of English language teaching in Palestine. Another issue is the scarcity of English language teaching resources. Palestinian schools often lack the textbooks, tools and technology needed to properly teach English. This makes it difficult for teachers to design compelling and effective classrooms, which can have an impact on student motivation and learning outcomes. Despite these obstacles, several projects have been launched in Palestine to promote the teaching of English as a foreign language. They include teacher training programs, the creation of new teaching materials and tools, and the incorporation of technology into English language teaching. Furthermore, there is a growing focus on the importance of English language education in promoting peace and intercultural understanding in Palestine. As a result, new teaching methods have emerged that highlight the need to develop relationships and facilitate communication across diverse cultures
Project Governance Criteria
Get PDFThe current study aimed to identify the concept of project governance, its objectives, components, and criteria. In addition to proposing models for evaluating project governance criteria that can be used as guidance in organizations. we used the documentary methodology and the content analysis. The study yielded several results, the most important of which are: Applying the concept of project governance is based on a set of principles and criteria that serve as an illustrative map. Adopting the concept of project governance enhances the principle of disclosure and transparency. Applying project governance criteria leads to protecting stakeholders and is considered an indicator of sound governance. Four models have been proposed to evaluate project governance criteria, which can be used together or separately to evaluate the availability and status of the criteria. The authors propose a few recommendations, among which are: Administrators must fulfill project governance requirements. Modern technology and artificial intelligence should be utilized to enhance the effectiveness of project governance criteria. Attention must be paid to raising employees’ awareness of all governance criteria. The researchers recommend testing the four models for evaluating project governance criteria identified by this study to ensure their effectiveness in evaluating project governance criteria