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E-Learning Integration and Teaching Strategies to Enhance Knowledge Retention in Higher Education
Get PDFThis research investigates the impact of e-learning integration (ELI), teaching methods (TM), and active learning strategies (ALS) on knowledge retention (KR) in higher education institutions, focusing on Omani institutions as representatives of the Gulf region. Mediating factors include Cognitive Load Management (CLM) and Personalized Learning (PL), while moderating variables encompass Student Engagement (SE), Cultural Factors (CF), and Innovative Educational Technologies (IET). The study uses Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) to look at 839 responses and find both direct and indirect links between these variables. It then makes suggestions for how technology can be used in schools to help students learn better. The findings aim to improve local educational practices, which may also benefit diverse global contexts, particularly in developing countries where English is not the primary language. Results indicate that ELI positively affects KR (B = 0.39, p = 0.000), followed by TM (B = 0.297, p = 0.000) and ALS (B = 0.091, p = 0.001). Additionally, CLM and PL partially mediate the relationships between ELI, TM, and ALS on KR, showing significant indirect effects (std. c = -0.043, t = 3.164; std. c = -0.013, t = 4.108). Cultural Factors (CF) significantly interact with ALS, enhancing its contribution to KR (B = 0.054, p = 0.037). This study underscores the significance of integrating ELI, TM, and ALS to enhance KR among Gulf students, emphasizing the significance of cultural influences in contrast to Western contexts that tend to minimize them. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2025-09-02-017 Full Text: PD
The Impact of Land Transfer on Farmers' Happiness: The Mediating Effect of Social Aspects
No full textThis study investigated the mechanism through which land transfer impacts farmers' happiness in China, focusing on the mediating roles of household income and social equity, and the moderating effect of social capital. Utilizing convenience sampling through WJX platform, 431 farmers in Guangxi (2024) were selected as samples, and conducted structural equation modeling with Smart-PLS 4.0. Key findings reveal: (1) Land transfer exerts a significant positive effect on farmers' happiness; (2) Household income and social equity mediate 69.63% of this effect, with social equity demonstrating stronger mediation; (3) Social capital amplifies the equity pathway while showing nonsignificant moderation on income effects. Methodologically, this study applied multi-mediation moderated SEM in farmers' happiness studies, integrating both economic and psychosocial dimensions. Theoretically, these results challenge conventional income-centric paradigms by establishing social equity as the dominant mechanism, revealing that policy effectiveness in land reforms depends more on equity perceptions than absolute income gains. They provide empirical support for the application of social capital theory and social equity theory in rural land issue studies, highlighting critical factors that should be considered in policy formulation, and provide valuable empirical evidence for the government and policymakers, aiding in the optimization of land transfer policies to enhance farmers' happiness
European Green Deal Objective for Sustainable Agriculture: Opportunities and Challenges to Reduce Pesticide Use
No full textAgriculture in the 21st century faces complex global challenges, including rising food demand, resource depletion, and climate change. These pressures, however, also create opportunities to foster sustainability, enhance resource efficiency, and reduce reliance on synthetic pesticides. In response, the European Union (EU) adopted the European Green Deal in 2019, aiming for climate neutrality by 2050. The Farm to Fork (F2F) strategy sets a specific target: reducing chemical pesticide usage and its related risks by half by 2030. This study aims to assess the overall situation in the EU and the Member States' contributions to achieving the F2F objective of reducing pesticide use as well as risks at the policy level. A novel methodological approach was developed to assess Member State performance using a set of EU-defined indicators – such as Harmonised Risk Indicators (HRI 1 and HRI 2), pesticide sales data from Eurostat and FAOSTAT – and to classify countries into contribution-based groups. Findings reveal progress at the EU level: pesticide sales have declined and HRI 1 has dropped, but HRI 2 has increased. Significant variation among Member States was observed, highlighting the need for tailored policy actions. The study provides an innovative framework and practical insights for policymakers and stakeholders working toward sustainable agricultural transitions in the EU
Reindustrialization Plan Using the DPSIR and TOPSIS Methods
No full text(De)industrialization is a phenomenon that affects the economic development of developed and developing countries. However, there is a lack of studies that evaluate strategies to promote the industrialization of a country through the information of industry experts. Objective: this article aims to develop a reindustrialization plan based on strategies to increase the relative participation of Brazilian industry in the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in order to mitigate the Brazilian deindustrialization process. Method: the method used was DPSIR (Driving Forces, Pressures, State, Impacts, and Responses) in order to map information from specialists directly involved in the theme of industrial development in the areas of economics, public law, scientific research, public management, and private management. In addition, the TOPSIS method was used to prioritize the specialists' responses in order of urgency of implementation. Findings: the main result of this work revealed the strategies that should be prioritized to promote the country's industrialization. Novelty: this research served as a basis for the elaboration of the Brazilian Reindustrialization Plan, presented at the end of the article
Employment Components and Ecosystem on Working Poor in an Emerging Economy
Get PDFAs an emerging economy, Uzbekistan is progressing rapidly in economic growth. The progress caused the rising number of working poor and poverty rate. Only a few studies focus on the impact on the working poor, especially in emerging economies. Employment components and ecosystems are critical to ensure a sustainable economy, stability, and growth. Information relating to the working poor is limited, and how the working poor navigate through challenges in employment is still unknown. The objective of the study is to explore the impact of employment and the ecosystem on the working poor in Uzbekistan. A quantitative approach was conducted through a face-to-face survey in fourteen states using simple random sampling. Data collected from 3298 respondents was then analyzed through descriptive analysis and multiple regression to investigate the relationship between variables. The findings revealed that employment components like opportunity, retraining, and income fairness are crucial to the working poor, as well as social infrastructure, taxes, and union support. This study contributes to the literature relating to poverty. The study also offers practical insights into how employment matters relating to the working poor, empowering policymakers and researchers to make informed decisions
Small Dual Polarized UWB Antenna and Its Array Analysis for 5G/6G Applications
No full textIn this work, a novel low-profile tunable ultra-wideband (UWB) K/Ka-band (14–40 GHz) dual circularly polarized magneto-electric antenna element has been designed, analyzed, and validated through circuit modeling, simulations, fabrication, and experimental testing for application in 5G/6G phased-array antennas. The antenna has compact dimensions of 0.5λ₀× 0.5λ₀ × 0.06λ₀/0.09λ₀, which can be further reduced to 0.25λ₀× 0.25λ₀ × 0.05λ₀ when metal–insulator–metal (MIM) and/or gap capacitors are employed. The proposed antenna exhibits a high gain of 9 dB, a wide scanning angle of ±75°, and an efficiency exceeding 85% across the entire operating frequency band. In addition, it demonstrates high isolation between ports and between co-polarized and cross-polarized radiation patterns, reaching 25 dB. The resonant frequency of the antenna is tunable, with a variation of up to 97% over the K/Ka-band frequency range. This tuning capability is achieved using MIM capacitors connected to the vias of the circular patch and/or gap capacitors, which collectively function as split-ring resonators (SRRs). Fabrication and experimental testing of the antenna confirm good agreement with the simulated results. The antenna is easily fabricated using glass substrates and standard epoxy/glass processes with only two layers, making it highly suitable for antenna-in-package applications based on glass technology. Since the antenna element is specifically designed for phased-array applications, array configurations were also investigated. Analysis of 512-element arrays shows that the Sunflower layout provides enhanced gain and overall performance while utilizing more than 50% fewer antenna elements compared to a conventional rectangular array
Innovation Adoption and Resistance of Functional Postbiotics: Consumer Intentions for Sleep and Mental Wellbeing
No full textThis study investigates the key factors influencing consumer purchase intention toward functional postbiotic beverages designed to enhance sleep quality and mental health. It focuses on perceived innovation characteristics (PIC), innovation resistance (IR), attitude, and the moderating role of product knowledge. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire from 400 health-conscious Thai consumers aged 18–65 with prior experience in functional foods. The data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) to assess the relationships among PIC, IR, attitude, and purchase intention, including the moderating effect of product knowledge. The findings reveal that relative advantage, compatibility, and attitude positively influence purchase intention, while the claim skepticism barrier has a negative impact. Complexity and trialability were found to be non-significant. Additionally, compatibility significantly influences attitudes across high- and low-product-knowledge consumers. However, product knowledge did not moderate the direct relationship between PIC and purchase intention. Attitude emerged as a key mediator. This study contributes to innovation adoption theory by highlighting the roles of compatibility and attitude while introducing trust and claim skepticism as critical resistance factors. It offers actionable implications for marketers aiming to enhance consumer trust and align products with daily routines
Factors Influencing Female Managerial Performance: A Pilot Study for Model Validation
Get PDFThis pilot study examines factors influencing the performance of female managers by testing a structural model that integrates psychosocial and organizational dimensions. The model includes organizational culture, managerial power, discrimination, prejudice, insecurity, and family roles. Data were collected through a survey of 179 female managers in Hungary. As the sample is geographically limited, the findings should be interpreted with caution. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) was used to analyze the relationships among variables. Results indicate that a supportive organizational culture enhances perceptions of managerial power, which positively influences leadership performance. Conversely, experiences of discrimination reinforce prejudices, while family-related obligations heighten perceived bias toward women in leadership. Insecurity was also found to negatively impact managerial performance. The model showed strong internal reliability and acceptable discriminant validity, supporting its use in further research. This study offers novel insights by jointly examining individual, organizational, and societal barriers within a unified framework. Beyond its theoretical contribution, the findings provide practical guidance for organizations and policymakers aiming to foster inclusive leadership environments and promote gender equity in the workplace
From Teaching to Employability: The Cultural and Performance Pathways to Success
Get PDFThe current research examines the possible mediating and moderating effects of Teaching Efficacy (TE) and National Culture (NC) on the nexus of Readiness of Students (RS), Interactive Online Collaboration (IOC), Faculty Training (FT), and Policy Support (PS) and the ensuing results of Student Performance (SP), Job Employment (JE), Student Competency (SC), and University Reputation (UR). We have evaluated both the direct and indirect association between the stipulated constructs by utilizing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS -SEM) on a sample of 291 respondents who were sampled using structured questionnaires. The empirical evidence suggests that TE is a medium of connecting between RS, PS, and SP and therefore enhances its impact on JE, SC, and UR. Notably, the influence of SP on JE is statistically significant in case of concurrent TE activity (O for indirect path = 0.215, p<0.001). Similarly, mediation helped students score better on SC (O = 0.327, t = 6.261, p < 0.001) and UR (O = -0.065, t = 1.911, p = 0.028). A substantial direct correlation was found between RS and TE (r = 0.282, t = 4.175, p < 0.001). The outcome of the moderate analysis indicated that Organizational Culture exerted a strong influence, leading to a positive impact on the correlation between TE and SP (O = 0.087, t = 1.994, p = 0.023). In addition, Information Culture (IC) acted as a protective factor, moderating the relationship between RS and TE (O = -0.093, t = 1.945, p = 0.026). Taking TE as the main factor and cultural elements as moderators significantly improved the model's performance, demonstrating that student results and university reputation can be enhanced when there is strong teaching competence and a positive organizational environment within these institutions
Impact of Projects with Future Potential on the Global Competitiveness Index of Countries
Get PDFThe concept of project success has evolved from the perspective of conforming to the project triangle to that of benefiting the environment, and then from the perspective of the following generation. Scientists increasingly assert that successful projects require a set of criteria that include such item(s) as future potential. The meaning of project success varies depending on where it is executed. The purpose of this study is to identify whether projects with future potential have a certain effect on indicators of the Global Competitiveness Index (GCI) of the Republic of Kazakhstan (RK) and what other success criteria are inherent in such projects. By using the method of descriptive analysis of data collected from 107 experts and analyzing 19 influential projects, the study revealed that projects oriented towards the future have a significant impact on the indicators of the GCI in the RK. This finding confirms the necessity of considering the long-term sustainability and social significance of projects when assessing their successes. Additionally, a specific combination of success criteria that contributes most to this impact was identified. This research provides a brand-new understanding of project success criteria in the context of their impact on the GCI and emphasizes the importance of considering future potential in project planning and evaluation. Doi: 10.28991/ESJ-2024-08-02-012 Full Text: PD