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Collaborative supervision between peers as a strategy for promoting the educational success of students who benefit from selective and additional measures to support learning and inclusion
No full textEste trabalho de investigação no âmbito do mestrado de Supervisão Pedagógica teve como
objetivo o estudo da colaboração entre os professores titulares de turma/disciplina e os
docentes de Educação Especial. Neste contexto, aceitando o progresso e os novos desafios
colocados ao sistema educativo no âmbito da Educação Inclusiva, pretendeu-se desenvolver
uma investigação assente no trabalho colaborativo entre os referidos docentes. O mesmo,
promovido por um processo de Supervisão pedagógica horizontal e multidisciplinar em prol
do desenvolvimento integral dos alunos com necessidades educativas. Deste modo,
conferindo aos discentes que beneficiam de medidas seletivas e adicionais de suporte à
aprendizagem e à inclusão, o acesso ao currículo numa abordagem multinível, que os
mencionados docentes gerem e adequam no quotidiano em parceria e estreita interação. De
tal forma, promovem-se multiliteracias fundamentadas na premissa do desenvolvimento de
competências essenciais e multidimensionais do século XXI.
No desenvolvimento da referida pesquisa optou-se por um estudo de carácter qualitativo,
tendo-se adotado a metodologia I-A. Com efeito, recorreu-se à observação de aulas entre
pares, recolha de informação utilizando diversos instrumentos, tais como, análise
documental e observação direta. Em última estância, com o objetivo de averiguar se o
trabalho colaborativo entre pares docentes titulares de turma/disciplina e de Educação
Especial contribuiu para o sucesso educativo dos referidos alunos, na promoção de uma
Educação Inclusiva baseada em princípios de igualdade de oportunidades e equidade
educativa. Os resultados obtidos no âmago da investigação permitiram-nos, essencialmente,
evidenciar a relevância do fundamental trabalho colaborativo entre o docente titular
turma/disciplina e de Educação Especial na construção e delineação de percursos
curriculares diferenciados, em abordagem multinível. Constatamos ainda, uma efetiva
supervisão pedagógica colaborativa entre os referidos docentes, com repercussão no
desenvolvimento das aprendizagens essenciais ou substitutivas, objetivando a consecução
do sucesso educativo.This research work within the scope of the master’s degree in Pedagogical Supervision
aimed to study the collaboration between class/subject teachers and Special Education
teachers. In this context, accepting the progress and the new challenges posed to the
educational system within the scope of Inclusive Education, it was intended to develop an
investigation based on collaborative work between the teachers. The same, promoted by a
process of horizontal and multidisciplinary pedagogical supervision in favours of the integral
development of students with educational needs. In this way, giving students who benefit
from selective and additional measures to support learning and inclusion, access to the
curriculum in a multilevel approach, which the teachers manage and adjust in their daily
lives in partnership and close interaction. In this way, multiliteracies based on the premise
of the development of essential and multidimensional competences of the 21st century is
promoted.
In the development of this research, a qualitative study was chosen, adopting the I-A
methodology. Indeed, observation of classes between peers was resorted to, gathering
information using various instruments, such as document analysis and direct observation.
Ultimately, with the objective of ascertaining whether the collaborative work between
teaching peers responsible for the class/subject and Special Education contributed to the
educational success of said students, in promoting an Inclusive Education based on
principles of equal opportunities and educational equity.
The results obtained at the heart of the investigation allowed us, essentially, to highlight the
relevance of the fundamental collaborative work between the class/subject and Special
Education teacher in the construction and delineation of differentiated curricular paths, in a
multilevel approach. We also noticed an effective collaborative pedagogical supervision
between the referred teachers, with repercussions on the development of essential or
substitute learning, aiming at achieving educational success.A investigação realizada no âmbito desta Dissertação de Mestrado está integrada nas linhas de investigação da Unidade de Investigação e Desenvolvimento - Laboratório de Educação a Distância e eLearning (UID 4372/FCT), da Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia do Ministério da Ciência, Tecnologia e Ensino Superior
Os desafios estratégicos da transformação digital para o setor bancário português
No full textA mudança de hábitos dos consumidores, aliado à evolução da tecnologia, presente no dia-a-dia de todos, assim como um ambiente cada vez mais competitivo, com novos players, nomeadamente as fintechs, obrigaram os bancos a abordar o seu processo de digitalização com urgência, de modo a manterem-se relevantes, num mercado que se encontra em pleno processo de transformação. Portugal não é exceção, existindo cada vez mais pessoas que procuram serviços e produtos digitais na área financeira, nomeadamente no setor bancário. Assim, e considerando esta realidade, a presente dissertação tem como objetivo principal investigar os principais desafios estratégicos da transformação digital para o setor bancário português, ao mesmo tempo que se pretende fazer uma caracterização sobre o momento em que o setor bancário português se encontra relativamente à transformação digital. Deste modo, desenvolveu-se um estudo exploratório apoiado numa metodologia mista da investigação, tendo-se utilizado metodologias quantitativas e qualitativas para a recolha e análise de dados. Foi, então, aplicado um questionário a 50 funcionários bancários de forma a perceber os principais desafios desta implementação, assim como os principais produtos consumidos pelos clientes e para caracterizar o atual momento da transformação digital. Foram ainda realizadas 3 entrevistas individuais a diretores bancários de topo, de modo a aprofundar todas estas questões. Os resultados demonstram que a transformação digital financeira é já uma realidade em Portugal, sendo que a nova geração prefere utilizar os serviços bancários numa plataforma digital do que fisicamente / presencialmente. No entanto, há ainda uma geração mais velha que continua a preferir os balcões presenciais. A transformação digital é responsável pelo aumento da produtividade, da eficiência e de novas oportunidades e serviços para os clientes, promovendo, também a literacia financeira, conseguindo ao mesmo tempo ser responsável pela redução de alguns custos. Apesar destes pontos fortes, a automatização pode contribuir para o aumento do desemprego e as tecnologias encontram-se mais vulneráveis a ataques informáticos e fraudes. Os principais obstáculos identificados prendem-se com a falta de literacia financeira e digital da população em geral, aliado aos elevados custos associados à implementação de soluções digitais, assim como a falta de recursos humanos especializados na área. A regulamentação na era digital é essencial para que se consiga manter a sustentabilidade e confiança no setor bancário. Em suma, a transformação digital no setor bancário é já uma realidade, cada vez mais cimentada, à medida que novas oportunidades tecnológicas vão surgindo, sendo cada vez mais essencial adaptar os serviços e produtos digitais às necessidades dos clientes, caracterizados por ser cada vez mais exigentes.Changing consumer habits, combined with the evolution of technology, presented in everyone's daily lives, as well as an increasingly competitive environment, with new players, namely fintechs, have forced banks to urgently address their digitalization process, to remain relevant, in a market that is in full transformation process. Portugal is no exception, with more and more people seeking digital services and products in the financial area, namely in the banking sector. Thus, and considering this reality, the main purpose of this dissertation is to investigate the main strategic challenges of digital transformation for the Portuguese banking sector, and, at the same time, to characterize the moment in which the Portuguese banking sector finds itself in relation to digital transformation. Thus, an exploratory study supported by a mixed research methodology was developed, using quantitative and qualitative methodologies for data collection and analysis. A questionnaire was then applied to 50 bank employees to understand the main challenges of this deployment, as well as the main products consumed by customers and to characterize the current moment of digital transformation. There have also been conducted 3 interviews with top bank directors to deepen all these questions. The results show that financial digital transformation is already a reality in Portugal, with the new generation preferring to use banking services on a digital platform rather than physically. However, there is still an older generation that prefers the local branches. Digital transformation is responsible for increasing productivity, efficiency and new opportunities and services for customers, promoting also financial literacy and at the same time responsible for reducing costs. Despite these strengths, automation can increase unemployment and technologies are more vulnerable to cyber-attacks and fraud. The main obstacles identified are related to the lack of financial and digital literacy of the population, coupled with the costs associated with the implementation of digital solutions, as well as the lack of skilled human resources in the area. Digital regulation is essential to maintain sustainability and trust in the banking sector. In short, digital transformation in the banking industry is already a reality, increasingly cemented as new technological opportunities emerge, and it is increasingly essential to adapt digital services and products to the needs of increasingly demanding customers
Collaborative new product development and the supplier/client relationship: cases from the furniture industry
No full textThe main goal of this chapter is to identify the procedures and management methods used by firms of the furniture industry on collaborative new product development (CNPD) involving supplier–customer relationships. Using a qualitative methodology involving the analysis of eight firms, it is possible to conclude that: (1) the majority of the firms studied use throughout their R&D
activities the principles of open innovation; (2) the wood and metallic furniture industries present divergent characteristics concerning the coordination and management of resources associated with CNPD; (3) all firms encourage the involvement of the suppliers in the CNPD process; (4) the management procedures used during the CNPD process are directly related to the size of the firms and the sub-sector they operate; (5) the CNPD process is underpinned by the business relationships between all the parties involved, as well as by the type of products, type of industry, and size of the firms; (6) there are differences in the CNPD processes between firms from the wood furniture industry and firms from the metallic furniture industry.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Purchase intention of counterfeit luxury goods: a look based on risk perception theory
No full textThe aim of this study is to examine the intention to buy counterfeit luxury products using the framework of the theory of perceived risk in the Portuguese market. Data was collected using a questionnaire applied to 97 consumers and analysed using structural equation modelling. The results highlight that positive attitudes towards counterfeit luxury products increase the likelihood of consuming counterfeit products. On the other hand, perceived financial risk and perceived psychological risk influence individuals' attitudes towards buying counterfeit luxury products. The perception of financial risk also influences the intention to buy counterfeit luxury products. The contributions of this study have significant implications for policymakers, luxury brand managers and consumer protection agencies.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Unveiling paradoxes: navigating SMEs readiness in the post-pandemic normality
No full textThis paper centers on the challenges posed by the pandemic crisis, examining the crucial organizational and strategic alignments, as well as the inherent paradoxes that
are pivotal in nurturing competitiveness within the changed post-pandemic business landscape for small and medium-sized firms (SMEs). Encompassing nearly 90% of all
global businesses, SMEs have a central role in driving social advance, fostering entrepreneurship, innovation, and facilitating sustainable economic development within
their communities. As the recent COVID-19 pandemic crisis conveyed demanding challenges for businesses, understanding its complete impact requires a thorough
appreciation of the adaptive measures and organizational changes in the new post-crisis landscape. To this end, we have conducted a systematic literature review by examining
88 published articles, proposing a tri-dimensional categorization of SME practices and behaviors based on the existing body of knowledge. The study highlights the inherent
challenges erupted from the pandemic driven VUCA environment, stressing the importance of adaptability and innovation within SMEs. Effective leadership and
adaptability are deemed vital for steering SMEs through external contingencies, as well as embracing digitalization, technology advancements, and governmental support.
Nonetheless, further research is warranted to grasp SMEs adaptability on the post-pandemic normality, urging policymakers to prioritize innovation, networking, and
international expansion.This work was financially supported by the research unit on Governance, Competitiveness and Public Policy (UIDB/04058/2020)+(UIDP/04058/2020), funded by national funds through FCT – Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Mapping the academic genres in Portugal: contrastive analysis of rhetorical-structural aspects of master's theses
No full textTese de Doutoramento em Estudos Portugueses, na especialidade de Linguística Portuguesa, apresentada à Universidade AbertaAs dissertações de mestrado são um género académico em crescimento após a uniformização do ensino superior através do Processo de Bolonha (2007). O objetivo da persente investigação é identificar as principais propriedades retórico-estruturais de dissertações de mestrado de um grupo restrito de disciplinas das CSH e das CTEM, verificando as semelhanças e as diferenças entre elas. Foi usada a proposta de Swales (2004) e Hyland (2009) para as teses de doutoramento, adaptada por Silva e Santos (2018; 2021) na classificação dos planos de texto. Foram também analisadas as Introduções e Conclusões das dissertações a partir do modelo CARS (Swales, 1990; Bunton, 2002) e de modelos de análise retórica dos capítulos de conclusão de teses (Bunton, 2005; Silva & Santos, 2020). Os resultados obtidos mostram contrastes que os planos de textos adotados variam: IMRD em Ecologia e Psicologia; um plano misto em Engenharia Informática; o plano organizado por tópicos em Literatura e Cultura, História e Matemática. Quanto à língua de escrita, o inglês é mais usado nas CTEM, enquanto o português prevalece nas CSH. Estas opções refletem-se na estruturação das introduções e das conclusões: em Matemática, as introduções são curtas e as conclusões não surgem em todos os exemplares; em Ecologia e Psicologia, as introduções incluem o enquadramento teórico, sendo longas, e as conclusões tendem a ser integradas na Discussão; em História e em Literatura e Cultura as introduções e as conclusão são mais longas e contextualizas; Engenharia Informática, as introduções e as conclusões são géneros incluídos rígidos com secções típicas.Master's dissertations are a growing academic genre following the standardisation of higher education through the Bologna Process (2007). The aim of this research is to identify the main rhetorical-structural properties of master's dissertations from a restricted group of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSC) and STEM disciplines, verifying the similarities and differences between them. The proposal by Swales (2004) and Hyland (2009) for the analysis of PhD structures, adapted by Silva and Santos (2018; 2021), was used to classify the text plans. The introductions and conclusions of the dissertations were also analysed using the CARS model (Swales, 1990; Bunton, 2002) and rhetorical analysis models for the concluding chapters of theses (Bunton, 2005; Silva & Santos, 2020). The results obtained show contrasts in text plans adopted: IMRD in Ecology and Psychology; a mixed plan in Computer Engineering; the plan organised by topics in Literature and Culture, History and Mathematics. As for the language of writing, English is used more in STEM, while Portuguese prevails in HSC. These options are reflected in the structuring of the introductions and conclusions: in Maths, the introductions are shorter and the conclusions do not appear in all texts; in Ecology and Psychology, the introductions include the theoretical framework and are long, and the conclusions tend to be integrated into the Discussion; in History and Literature and Culture, the introductions and conclusions are longer and are more detailed.O presente trabalho foi desenvolvido com o apoio da Fundação para a Ciência e Tecnologia através da bolsa de doutoramento com a referência UI/BD/151458/2021, integrado no CELGA-ILTE
Internationalization approaches of the automotive innovation system: a historical perspective: a historical perspective
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The evolution of corporate divestment: towards a new research paradigm?
No full textWhen compared to other fields of research such as mergers and acquisitions, corporate divestment is under researched. There are at least three main reasons for this: the environment in which corporate divestment research has taken place has caused divestments to be understood as acquisition-driven rather than strategy-driven, the scope and distinct modes of divestment, and the difficulties in isolating the divestment phenomena. The objective of this chapter is to review the main theoretical approaches used in the study of divestment, to analyze their contribution to the field, and to discuss whether new approaches are needed in divestment research. Most studies of divestment are based on the concept that divestment is the outcome of poor unit performance, and the reversal of previous over-diversification and growth strategies that expanded the company size beyond optimal control. This chapter proposes four future lines of research into corporate divestment: the international business strategy, the network perspective, the stakeholders’ perspective, and the institutional theory.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
O perfil profissional do supervisor pedagógico: estudo realizado em uma escola pública de Porto Alegre – Rio Grande do Sul - Brasil
No full textDissertação de Mestrado em Supervisão Pedagógica, apresentada à Universidade AbertaA supervisão pedagógica desempenha um papel fundamental na prática educativa, concentrando-se no aprimoramento de pessoas e processos relacionados ao ensino e à aprendizagem. Este papel, que tem ganhado destaque nas discussões educacionais, evolui continuamente, exigindo que o supervisor pedagógico assuma funções multidimensionais e desenvolva perfis cada vez mais complexos. Com o objetivo de entender melhor essa evolução, esta investigação analisa o perfil do supervisor pedagógico em uma escola da Rede Municipal de Ensino de Porto Alegre, RS, Brasil, envolvendo três supervisores e a direção da escola. O estudo busca compartilhar as perspectivas desses profissionais sobre suas experiências no contexto escolar e compreender as especificidades do seu dia a dia, observando seu trabalho, os conflitos enfrentados na sua rotina e as diversas influências contribuem para a formação da sua identidade profissional. A pesquisa utilizou uma
metodologia qualitativa, aplicando questionários aos supervisores e à direção da escola para obter e analisar dados. Os resultados mostram que os supervisores enfrentam muitos desafios significativos nas suas atividades diárias, destacando a interconexão da ação supervisora com a gestão escolar. Adicionalmente, a pesquisa apontou a necessidade de reconhecer tanto as ações pedagógicas quanto as de natureza administrativa em diferentes níveis da função supervisora.Pedagogical supervision plays a fundamental role in educational practice, focusing on the
improvement of individuals and processes related to teaching and learning. This role,
which has gained prominence in educational discussions, evolves continuously, requiring
the pedagogical supervisor to assume multidimensional functions and develop increasingly
complex profiles. Aiming to better understand this evolution, this investigation analyzes
the profile of the pedagogical supervisor in a school within the Municipal Education
Network of Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil, involving three supervisors and the school administration. The study seeks to share these professionals' perspectives on their experiences in the school context and understand the specificities of their daily routines, observing their work, the conflicts faced in their routine, and the various influences that contribute to the formation of their professional identity. The research utilized a qualitative methodology, applying questionnaires to the supervisors and the school administration to collect and analyze data. The results show that the supervisors face many significant challenges in their daily activities, highlighting the interconnection of supervisory action with school management. Additionally, the research pointed out the need to recognize both pedagogical actions and administrative nature at different levels of the supervisory function
De-internationalization of SMEs: a case study
No full textExisting literature has devoted high attention to the topic of internationalization. A common assumption is that companies progressively commit to international operations; however, with the increase of competition in international markets, there may be a backwards perspective towards international operations.
In this chapter, the topic of de-internationalization is examined, and a case study of a Portuguese SME that de-internationalized conducted. The featured case highlights the drivers and the main challenges of internationalization, as well as the factors and the difficulties in a de-internationalization process. The chapter findings highlight the need to expand the existing research on the topics of de-internationalization and re-internationalization.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio