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A New Approach of Presenting Lindley Expontiated Gumbel Distribution with Application to Environmental Data
No full textThe Lindley exponentiated Gumbel (LEGu) Distribution, a new family of probability distribution developed for modelling environmental data is introduced in this research paper. The investigation defines the new distribution's basic statistical properties, such as its shape, density function, hazard rate function, moment generation function, and maximum likelihood estimates of its model parameters. The study shows that, in comparison to other baseline distributions and comparators, increasing the number of parameters in the distribution improves its robustness and adaptability, making it more flexible in accommodating different types of data. The model is now more adaptable and can handle a wider range of data sets, making it a useful and effective tool for environmental modelling. The creation of the Lindley exponentiated Gumbel Distribution and the statistical qualities that go along with it bring up new possibilities for the analysis of environmental data, making a significant contribution to the larger initiatives in climate research and decision-making. The results of this study have the potential to advance our comprehension of environmental mechanisms and raise the precision of climate assessments and projections
Examining the Impact of Sports Sponsorship on Fan Attitude and Purchase Intentions towards Sponsors' Products in Professional Football: A Study of the Ghanaian Fan Base
No full textThis paper investigates the mediating role of fans' attitudes in the relationship between sports sponsorship and the purchase intention of Ghanaian football fans. Survey data were collected from 398 official supporter groups of Kumasi Asante Kotoko SC (Circles) and Accra Hearts of Oak SC (Chapters) using a purposive sampling technique. A structured questionnaire was utilized to gather the data. The study employed structural equation modeling (SEM) to validate the model. The results indicate that sponsorship significantly influences purchase intention and fans' attitudes. Furthermore, the findings demonstrate that fan attitude mediates the relationship between sponsorship and purchase intention. These findings suggest that sponsorship plays a significant role in improving the purchase intention of football fans, and the impact of sponsorship on purchase intention is strengthened by fans' attitudes. Overall, this study enhances our understanding of the complex dynamics between sponsorship, fans' attitude, and purchasing intention, particularly in the context of Ghanaian football fans. While the study provides useful findings for industrial players and practitioners, it is essential to acknowledge that this study relied on cross-sectional survey data, which limits our ability to establish causal relationships. Additionally, the current study focused specifically on soccer fans of only two Clubs in Ghana, which may restrict the generalizability of the findings to fans of other teams or sports, limiting the applicability of the study's results to a broader context
Foster Care Being a Second Home for Abandoned Children: An Analysis on Cathy Glass’s Saving Danny.
Get PDFThis paper explores the role of foster care as a secondary home for abandoned children and its significance in fulfilling the developmental needs of these youngsters. As biological parents seek support, recovery, and therapy, foster care offers a secure refuge for children and adolescents. Abuse and neglect often necessitate the removal of children and teenagers from their homes, making it imperative to find a secure environment for them. Foster care serves as a refuge for children and teenagers in need, even though it might be challenging to perceive it as a stable environment at first glance. The act of uprooting children from their homes may seem unsettling, but for those who have experienced abuse or neglect, foster care offers a stable and supportive home setting. Foster families provide essential elements like education, meals, shelter, and access to healthcare, which these children may have lacked before entering foster care. This, in turn, positively impacts their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Additionally, foster care can provide biological parents with an opportunity to focus on establishing a stable home environment where their children can eventually return. This research draws inspiration from Cathy Glass's "Saving Danny," a powerful narrative. Cathy Glass is a prolific author with a portfolio of 34 books, each of which offers valuable insights into the lives of children in foster care. Through the lens of Cathy's experiences as a foster carer, these stories shed light on the challenges these vulnerable children face and how a nurturing and loving environment can help them overcome these obstacles
Design Thinking Promoting the Deep Integration of STEM and SEL
No full textWith the development of science and technology, the change of major social contradictions and the requirements of dance education in the new era, the integration of STEM education and SEL is considered as an important direction of dance education reform in primary schools. As a method to cultivate learners' creative problem solving, design thinking can promote the deep integration of STEM education and SEL. This study discusses the characteristics, similarities and differences of STEM education and SEL in detail through concept elaboration and case study, and analyzes the problems existing in the process of school promotion and the needs of integration. This study puts forward the application of design thinking as an innovative thinking method to connect and promote the effective integration of STEM education and SEL. At the same time, the deep integration model of design thinking is constructed, which is illustrated by practical cases, and some application methods and strategies are further put forward, which provides ideas for schools at all levels to design and implement dance education courses in primary schools
The extent of economic success of the sustainable agricultural development strategy in the desert environment
Get PDFThe agricultural sector suffers from several problems in the state of EL-Oued in southern Algeria at the farm level as a productive unit in the rural desert area due to human practices. Changing the way of dealing with the components of agricultural work brings many benefits in various fields. The implementation of the strategy of sustainable agricultural development achieves positive results on four axes: first, the economy ensures a higher income for the farmer with less and regulated expenditures; second, the crop is more productive and of quality; third, preserving the environment through less resource consumption with the ability to recycle agricultural waste, which reduces the environmental pollution of soil and water; fourth, biodiversity of animal and plant organisms. All axes are in the interest of man as an activist, consumer, and living being who influences and is influenced by the environment in which he lives
Hygienic Problem of Environmental Pollution by Waste of Animal and Poultry Complexes
No full textThe article presents digital material illustrating the sanitary and hygienic problem that arose as a result of environmental pollution (atmospheric air, water, soil) with livestock and poultry waste due to imperfect technology for keeping farm animals (ventilation system, optimization of the microclimate and disposal of solid and liquid production waste). It is shown how much and what waste products are excreted by farm animals (poultry, pigs, cattle) during different periods of ontogenesis and what volumes of them, not utilized, are stored, polluting the habitat of animals and humans with substances harmful to their health (ammonia, hydrogen sulfide, urea, protein decomposition products, etc.). With manure, droppings, and wastewater, numerous pathogenic organisms enter the soil, underground and surface waters, maintaining their viability and virulence for a long time, supporting the circulation of pathogens of dangerous diseases of farm animals and humans (salmonellosis, brucellosis, tuberculosis, helminthiases, coccidiosis, and others). The large number of animals in agricultural complexes with suboptimal growing technology contributes to the spread and maintenance of various dangerous diseases that reduce the productivity and vitality of animals. The authors of the article, stating the problem, convincingly propose to move to environmentally and economically optimal technologies for raising farm animals based on modern, scientifically developed technologies of agricultural production. To optimize the microclimate of livestock premises, it is necessary to more intensively introduce methods of ionization, ozonation and the use of microorganisms that utilize waste products of farm animals and microorganisms that are antagonists to pathogens. Innovative technologies for keeping animals on a scientific basis should combine animal husbandry, soil science and crop production into a single cycle, which will minimize the circulation of pathogens in the environment and ensure environmental and food security in the Republic of Uzbekistan
Some Hygienic Aspects of Risk and Prevention of Occupational Respiratory Diseases in Animal Workers
No full textThe article examines the main occupational risk factors for the development of respiratory diseases in livestock workers (cattle breeding, pig farming), analyzes the dynamics and structure of occupational morbidity, scientifically substantiates the hygienic principles of managing occupational health risks for this category of workers and recommendations for primary and secondary prevention of occupational respiratory diseases
Relationship between Direct Selling and Unemployment: Worldwide Evidence
No full textAn analysis of the relationship between the percentage of direct sellers (DSP) and the unemployment rate in WFDSA member countries has been carried out by applying a panel data model for the period from 2015 to 2019. The results reveal that this connection exhibits a positive and statistically significant correlation, standing out especially in the Americas and Asia Pacific regions. In the context of developing economies, this study has identified a more pronounced relationship, evidencing that a 1% increase in the unemployment rate translates into a significant 0.38 increase in the percentage of direct sellers. In contrast, in developed countries, this increase is more modest, at 0.07. This finding highlights the sensitivity of the direct selling industry to economic and labor dynamics, showing a more robust response in emerging economic environments.The significant contribution of this research to the literature lies in being a study that examines both temporal and cross-sectional variability in the relationship between the percentage of direct sellers and the unemployment rate. By addressing this research gap, it has provided a more comprehensive and enriching perspective on the dynamics of these variables over time and across geographic regions. In addition, the study underscores the crucial relevance of the direct selling industry in the global economy. By becoming a significant alternative for unemployed individuals, this form of commerce emerges as an important catalyst for income generation in times of job uncertainty. This finding highlights the ability of direct selling to not only provide economic opportunities for individuals seeking employment, but also to adapt and thrive in changing economic environments, presenting itself as a valuable and dynamic option in the contemporary employment landscape
Factors Affecting the Adoption of Smartwatch for Tracking Health
No full textSmartwatches are widely used now for a variety of functions, from keeping track of time as they would have in the past to getting general wearer data—including activity data, which is a feature that is particularly well-liked. Wearing a smartwatch can offer additional advantages, such as useful health-related data. By examining exercise, sleep, the accuracy of health information, and pricing value as external factors, this study investigates important aspects influencing the adoption of smartwatch technology and tests hypotheses within the conceptual model of a technological acceptance model (TAM). In order to ascertain the correlations between these characteristics, a comprehensive statistical analysis and structural equation modeling (SEM) were performed on a sample of 200 participants who had undergone screening in Thailand. The findings of this research show that factors such as exercise, sleep patterns, the quality of health information, perceived utility, and pricing value all have a substantial impact on people's intentions to use smartwatches for tracking their health. The goal of the study is to offer a comprehensive knowledge of the variables affecting the uptake of wearable health monitoring equipment. Additionally, this article offers more details about customer preferences for using smartwatches to track health
Internationalization Challenges for MSMEs in the South of the Aburrá Valley, Colombia: A Detailed Analysis
No full textThis research work focused on analyzing the current situation of the business fabric in the area of influence with respect to internationalization processes in the subregion of Sur del Valle de Aburra, Colombia. To achieve this objective, a methodology was used that included the selection of a representative sample of 369 MSMEs from a total population of 9035 business records. In addition, an instrument designed to diagnose the intervention needs of the companies in relation to internationalization processes was applied.The results of the study indicate that a very high percentage of these microenterprises are relatively new to the market, with a limited organizational structure and owners with limited academic training. In addition, a large number of them have no export experience and face significant challenges in terms of access to financing and government support. The main intervention needs identified in the study include lack of knowledge about internationalization processes, lack of access to financing, and lack of government support.The results suggest that companies in the region face significant challenges in terms of access to financing and government support, as well as a lack of knowledge about internationalization processes. In addition, most of the companies are relatively new microenterprises in the market, with a limited organizational structure and owners with restricted academic backgrounds. These findings indicate the need for policies and programs that address the identified intervention needs and promote business development in the region. Overall, this study advances the understanding of the population and sample of MSMEs in the region and provides useful information for future research and business development projects