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The Relative Age Effect in Spanish High-Level Rink Hockey
Get PDFLa influencia de la distribución de los nacimientos de los deportistas en los diferentes períodos del año sobre el rendimiento deportivo se llama efecto de la edad relativa. La presente investigación tiene como objetivo identificar el efecto de la edad relativa en las máximas competiciones nacionales masculinas y femeninas de hockey patines en España, así como valorar este efecto sobre las variables: competición, género, posición en pista, nacionalidad, clasificación del equipo, rendimiento individual (goles marcados) y condición de jugador internacional. Se analiza la edad relativa de deportistas de la primera y segunda máxima competición nacional española masculina (n = 499) y femenina (n = 358) en la temporada 2022-23. Los resultados revelan la no existencia de efecto de la edad relativa en ninguna de las variables analizadas, mostrando independencia de esta variable del género y el nivel competitivo. La naturaleza del deporte, su organización y la estructura competitiva diseñada en el hockey patines muestra que en este deporte los deportistas que obtienen mayor rendimiento no han sido seleccionados teniendo en cuenta criterios madurativos de tipo biológicoThe influence of athletes’ birth distribution across different year periods on sports performance is called the relative age effect. The present research aims to identify this bias in the top male and female national rink hockey competitions in Spain, as well as to assess this effect on variables such as level of competition, gender playing position, nationality, team standings, individual performance (goals scored), and international player status. The relative age of athletes in the first and second top Spanish national male (n = 499) and female (n = 358) competitions in the 2022-23 season was analysed. The results reveal the absence of a relative age effect in any of the analysed variables, indicating the independence of this variable from gender and competitive level. The nature of the sport, its organization, and the competitive structure designed in rink hockey indicate that athletes achieving higher performance were not selected based on biological maturation criteria.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Moving towards preservice teachers’ implementation of universal design for learning: the central role of self-efficacy
Get PDFAs Universal Design for Learning (UDL) has emerged as a reference model to facilitate inclusive education, recent policies have stated the need to strengthen its use in schools and to train preservice teachers in UDL implementation. Growth mindset about learning, self-efficacy towards inclusion, and self-regulation and motivation for teaching are key constructs of UDL implementation for preservice teachers. The present study analyzes the relationship of these three constructs in the implementation of UDL by Spanish preservice teachers and explores the role that internships and specialisation play in such implementation. The results highlighted self-efficacy as the only predictor of UDL implementation and noted that undergraduate specialisation or the number of hours of internships done do not influence the degree of implementation of UDL among preservice teachers. Considering thus the fundamental role of self-efficacy, practical implications on UDL training for students in education degrees are discussed and future lines of research are outlined.info:eu-repo/semantics/acceptedVersio
A review of implementation and evaluation frameworks for public health interventions to inform co-creation: a Health CASCADE study
Get PDFBackground By including the needs and perspectives of relevant stakeholders, co-creation is seen as a promising
approach for tackling complex public health problems. However, recommendations and guidance on how to plan
and implement co-creation are lacking. By identifying and analysing existing implementation and evaluation frame‐
works for public health, this study aims to ofer key recommendations for professional stakeholders and researchers
wanting to adopt a co-creation approach to public health interventions.
Methods Firstly, PubMed and CINAHL databases were screened for articles introducing original implementa‐
tion and evaluation frameworks for public health interventions. Backwards snowballing techniques were applied
to the included papers. Secondly, identifed frameworks were classifed and relevant data extracted, including steps
and constructs present in the frameworks. Lastly, recommendations were derived by conducting thematic analysis
on the included frameworks.
Results Thirty frameworks were identifed and data related to their nature and scope extracted. The frameworks’
prominent steps and constructs were also retrieved. Recommendations related to implementation and evaluation
in the context of co-creation were included.
Conclusion When engaging in co-creation, we recommend including implementation considerations from an early
stage and suggest adopting a systems thinking as a way to explore multiple levels of infuence, contextual settings
and systems from an early planning stage. We highlight the importance of partnering with stakeholders and sug‐
gest applying an evaluation design that is iterative and cyclical, which pays particular attention to the experience
of the engaged co-creators.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Confession and Confusion: Misinformation about Religion in the Journalistic Sphere
Get PDFThe media often limit religious coverage to reporting on statements, appointments, opinions, and activities, ignoring in-depth treatment and emphasizing negative news. Media, rather than helping to combat prejudice and promote understanding between communities, have contributed to fuelling intolerance towards religious communities. This study aims to contribute to the understanding of the presence and treatment of religious issues. Through a combination of content analysis focused on Catalan media publications between 1 January 2020 and 31 December 2021, and a focus group with 12 journalists specialized in religious coverage for Catalan newspapers, this research sheds light on the prevailing trends, seeking to answer what is the space of religious content, which can include both content messages produced by religious communities that refer to their own or other faiths and/or content that discusses issues related to religions or religious groups. Occupies in the media agenda, how this content is addressed, and which are the perceptions of journalists regarding the coverage of religious issues. Moreover, we seek to unveil potential actions needed to improve it. The results of this study suggest that there is a tendency to publish limited religious content in the media, potentially shaping perceptions of religion. Furthermore, when religious topics are covered, they focus on Catholicism and Islam, marginalizing other faiths. What is more, stereotypes and misconceptions persist, which could be due to their continued priority to cover scandalous or negative events related to religion.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Assessing the pharmaceutical residues as hotspots of the main rivers of Catalonia, Spain
Get PDFA Correction to this article was published on 25 October 2024. This article has been updatedThe global increase in pharmaceutical consumption, driven by factors such as aging populations and chronic diseases, has raised concerns regarding the environmental impact of pharmaceutical contaminants. Europe, and more specifically Catalonia (Spain), exhibits high pharmaceutical consumption rates, potentially exacerbating environmental contamination. Pharmaceuticals enter rivers through various pathways, persisting after wastewater treatment plants and posing risks to aquatic organisms and human health. Llobregat and Besòs Rivers in Catalonia, crucial water sources, demonstrate detectable pharmaceutical levels, necessitating comprehensive analysis. Liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC–MS/MS) proves effective in detecting pharmaceutical residues, facilitating their risk assessment. This paper reviews the occurrence, fate, and risks associated with 78 pharmaceuticals and metabolite in Llobregat and Besòs Rivers, using LC–MS/MS for analysis. Understanding pharmaceutical impacts on Catalonian River ecosystems is essential for developing mitigation strategies.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
L’abordatge de les relacions afectives i la sexualitat en centres residencials per a persones amb discapacitat intel·lectual
Get PDFEl present treball de fi de grau en Educació Social és una anàlisi actual de
l'abordatge que les professionals del sector social fan davant de les relacions afectives i la
sexualitat de les persones amb discapacitat intel·lectual que resideixen en centres. A través
de l'anàlisi comparativa entre el marc teòric i la perspectiva de les professionals, recollida
mitjançant entrevistes, l'estudi té com a objectiu comprendre les seves actuacions i
competències en aquest àmbit. Així, pretén aportar una visió clara de la realitat actual i
identificar possibles àrees de millora en la pràctica professional per garantir una atenció
respectuosa i eficaç en aquesta qüestió.: El presente trabajo de fin de grado en Educación Social es un análisis actual del
abordaje que las profesionales del sector social hacen ante las relaciones afectivas y la
sexualidad de las personas con discapacidad intelectual que residen en centros. A través
del análisis comparativo entre el marco teórico y la perspectiva de las profesionales,
recogida mediante entrevistas, el estudio tiene como objetivo comprender sus actuaciones y
competencias en este ámbito. Así, pretende aportar una visión clara de la realidad actual e
identificar posibles áreas de mejora en la práctica profesional para garantizar una atención
respetuosa y eficaz en esta cuestión.The present final project in Social Education is a current analysis of the approach
that social sector professionals take to affective relationships and the sexuality of people with
intellectual disabilities residing in centers. Through the comparative analysis between the
theoretical framework and the perspective of the professionals, collected through interviews,
the study aims to understand their actions and competences in this field. Thus, it aims to
provide a clear vision of current reality and identify possible areas for improvement in
professional practice to ensure respectful and effective attention in this issue.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Overview of Reconfigurable Antenna Systems for IoT Devices
Get PDFThe proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) devices, such as trackers and sensors, necessitates a delicate balance between device miniaturization and performance. This extends to the antenna system, which must be both efficient and multiband operational while fitting within space-constrained electronic enclosures. Traditional antennas, however, struggle to meet these miniaturization demands. Reconfigurable antennas have emerged as a promising solution for adapting their frequency, radiation pattern, or polarization in response to changing requirements, making them ideal for IoT applications. Among various reconfiguration techniques (electrical, mechanical, optical, and material-based), electrical reconfiguration reigns supreme for IoT applications. Its suitability for compact devices, cost-effectiveness, and relative simplicity make it the preferred choice. This paper reviews various approaches to realizing IoT reconfigurable antennas, with a focus on electrical reconfiguration techniques. It categorizes these techniques based on their implementation, including PIN diodes, digital tunable capacitors (DTCs), varactor diodes, and RF switches. It also explores the challenges associated with the development and characterization of IoT reconfigurable antennas, evaluates the strengths and limitations of existing methods, and identifies open challenges for future research. Importantly, the growing trend towards smaller IoT devices has led to the development of antenna boosters. These components, combined with advanced reconfiguration techniques, offer new opportunities for enhancing antenna performance while maintaining a compact footprint.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Correction: The link between foreign institutional owners and multinational enterprises’ environmental outcomes
Get PDFThe article “The link between foreign institutional owners and multinational enterprises’ environmental outcomes”, written by Pia Ellimäki, Ruth V. Aguilera, Nuria Esther Hurtado-Torres and J. Alberto Aragón-Correa, was originally published electronically on the publisher’s internet portal on 3 January 2023 without open access.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Anàlisi teòric de la relació del consum i la delinqüència juvenil: Aproximació a la implicació dels professionals de l’educació social
Get PDFAquest treball de fi de grau, basat en una metodologia d'aprofundiment teòric, explora la
relació entre el consum de drogues i la delinqüència juvenil des de la perspectiva de
l'Educació Social.
S'analitza la convergència entre l'abús de substàncies i el comportament delictiu,
centrant-se específicament en el context juvenil. La relació entre el consum de drogues i la
participació en activitats delictives ha estat objecte d'estudi durant dècades, generant un
ampli debat en l'àmbit criminològic i l'àmbit de l'educació social.
La present anàlisi es fonamenta en una revisió exhaustiva de la literatura teòrica existent,
examinant la interrelació dinàmica entre les drogues i la delinqüència juvenil, emfatitzant el
paper de l'Educació Social com a instrument fonamental tant per la comprensió com per la
transformació social a partir de les teories que expliquen l'associació entre el consum de
drogues i la delinqüència juvenil, així com els factors individuals, socials i ambientals que
influeixen en aquest fenomen.
En definitiva, el treball proporciona una base sòlida per comprendre i abordar el fenomen a
través d'una mirada educativaEste trabajo de fin de grado, basado en una metodología de profundización teórica, explora
la relación entre el consumo de drogas y la delincuencia juvenil desde la perspectiva de la
Educación Social.
Se analiza la convergencia entre el abuso de sustancias y el comportamiento delictivo,
centrándose específicamente en el contexto juvenil. La relación entre el consumo de drogas
y la participación en actividades delictivas ha sido objeto de estudio durante décadas, y ha
generado un amplio debate en el ámbito criminológico y en el ámbito de la educación social.
El presente análisis es fundamentado en una revisión exhaustiva de la literatura
tecnocrática existente, examinando la interrelación dinámica entre las drogas y la
delincuencia juvenil, enfatizando el papel de la educación social como instrumento
fomentado tanto para la comprensión como para la transformación social a partir de las
teorías que explican la asociación entre el consumo de drogas y la delincuencia juvenil, así
como los factores individuales, sociales y ambientales que influyen en este fenómeno.
En definitiva, el trabajo proporciona una base sólida para comprender y abordar el
fenómeno a través de una mirada educativa.This final degree thesis, based on a theoretical in-depth methodology, explores the
relationship between drug use and juvenile delinquency from the perspective of Social
Education.
It analyses the convergence between substance abuse and delinquent behaviour, focusing
specifically on the youth context. The relationship between drug use and involvement in
criminal activities has been the subject of study for decades, and has generated extensive
debate in the criminological field and in the field of social education.
The present analysis is based on a comprehensive review of the existing technocratic
literature, examining the dynamic interrelationship between drugs and juvenile delinquency,
emphasising the role of social education as a promoted instrument for both understanding
and social transformation based on the theories that explain the association between drug
use and juvenile delinquency, as well as the individual, social and environmental factors that
influence this phenomenon.
In short, the work provides a solid basis for understanding and tackling the phenomenon
through an educational approach.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio
Eco-urbanism: new synergies between architecture, sustainable development, heritage and their multiple visions
No full textThe text emphasizes the growing global need to integrate ecological and sustainable urban planning with contemporary demands for circulation and transportation. The importance of university education based on serious research for architects and urban planners is highlighted, promoting collaboration among all societal stakeholders. The increasing urban concentration poses challenges in mobility, sustainability, and commerce, making it essential to address these issues in education and professional practice. The "door-to-door" trend in consumer-oriented societies underscores the need to reconcile mobility with sustainable designs. ESTOA's editorial reflects on these aspects, advocating for academic forums discussing sustainable projects tailored to user needs. The issue features theoretical and practical articles exploring architecture from various angles, ranging from heritage studies to evaluations of post-COVID-19 public policies. The text underscores the importance of education and teaching in developing synergies in eco-urbanism, emphasizing the need for innovation in architectural and urban education.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio