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Coming of age, part 2: the assistant practitioner role
No full textThis is the second in a series of two articles looking over the past 21 years of developing assistant practitioners (APs) at the University of Bolton. Part one looked at the history and background of the AP and the university's long-lasting involvement in developing this innovative and versatile role. This article will focus on the case studies of two individuals who have engaged with the programme at the University of Bolton and how it has helped shape—or is shaping—their careers
Economic and societal impact of organized crime policy and law enforcement interventions
No full textA pervasive and insidious menace thrives in the shadows of societies around the world, affecting millions of people: serious, organized crime. From heart-wrenching tales of human trafficking to the intricate webs of the illegal drug trade and the digital labyrinth of cybercrime, the impact of organized crime resonates everywhere, leaving scars on individuals, families, and entire communities. The actual cost of this criminal underworld remains shrouded, and the pressing question lingers: What can halt the erosion of societal well-being and restore a sense of security?Economic and Societal Impact of Organized Crime: Policy and Law Enforcement Interventions is a wealth of insight into the critical monitoring, prevention, and interventions of organized criminal activities. Edited by the distinguished professor, Alicia Danielsson, an authority in Comparative and EU law, this multidisciplinary anthology unveils the layers of complexity that lie beneath organized crime's surface. Drawing upon contributions from various sectors, the book brings to light real-life stories, empirical findings, and case studies that dissect the psychological, physical, and economic toll exacted by these crimes. But this time goes further, examining the broader societal repercussions, from trust erosion in institutions to the exacerbation of inequality and poverty.For academic scholars yearning to comprehend and combat this global peril, this book offers an intellectual sanctuary. It navigates the intricate pathways of criminal networks, corrupt facilitators, and the responses of law enforcement and policymakers. By fostering a comprehensive, evidence-based approach that prioritizes human well-being and community resilience, this work serves as a roadmap to confronting organized crime head-on. As readers embark on a journey through the pages of this volume, they equip themselves with the knowledge and tools to not only understand the depths of this challenge but also to contribute to a world where the grip of organized crime is loosened, and the foundations of security and justice are fortified
Intersections between rights and technology
No full textArtificial Intelligence (AI) is swiftly reshaping global regulatory frameworks, and current discussions on privacy have been thrust into the limelight. The virtual spaces we inhabit and technological advancements demand reevaluating our understanding of privacy, freedom of expression, and access to information. As the world grapples with unprecedented digital transformation, intensified by the global pandemic, exploring the human impact of AI has never been more important. The book, Intersections Between Rights and Technology explores this juncture, dissecting the intricate relationship between the rights we hold dear and the transformative power of technology.This book navigates the complexities of safeguarding human rights in the digital realm with a multidisciplinary lens. Addressing issues of paramount importance—privacy, human dignity, personal safety, and non-discrimination—the book critically examines the evolving landscape and the necessity to recalibrate legal and societal norms.In a world where the internet simultaneously empowers and poses risks, the book poses critical questions: Who decides the boundaries of information sharing? How do we protect privacy in the digital sphere while upholding freedom of expression? These questions are not merely theoretical; they represent the forefront of challenges faced by scholars, policymakers, law enforcement officials, and activists.The chapters within this book provide an exhaustive analysis of the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital age. Each section contributes to a holistic understanding of the subject, from the implications of AI systems on human rights to the intersection of cybersecurity and individual freedoms. Moreover, it extends its gaze beyond theoretical discourse, exploring practical dimensions such as investigating violations of international laws in the digital space and ensuring equitable digital education. Intersections Between Rights and Technology is an indispensable resource for scholars, policymakers, law enforcement professionals, and individuals passionate about shaping a digital world where rights are not just respected but actively protected
New Directions in Practical Experiential Learning
No full textThe main goal of New Directions in Practical Experiential Learning is to encourage, enlighten, and enable educators, decision-makers, and students to recognise experiential learning as a fundamental component of modern education. It aims to offer a forum for the sharing of concepts, methods, and revelations that highlight the transforming power of hands-on learning.Readers will discover a wide range of chapters that explore the theoretical foundations and real-world applications of experiential learning. Each chapter presents a different angle on how experiential learning can be used to bridge the gap between theory and practice, improve employability, and promote professional and personal growth
Meaningful integration of technologies - a co-developed framework of AI literacy and beyond
No full textLanguage Games: the gendered politics of the speech act in Ben Lerner’s The Topeka School
No full textR.W. Connell argues that masculinity is not a unitary phenomenon; rather, that masculinities emerge out of situationally specific choices drawn from a ‘cultural repertoire’ of so-called masculine behaviour that result in a particular ‘configuration of practice.’ Ben Lerner’s novel The Topeka School (2019) calls attention to this process by focussing on the coding of particular speech-acts as masculine in the context of mid-nineties, small-town Kansas; moreover, he contextualises these particular speech-acts as the cultural precursors to the political rise of the alt-right, leading to Trump’s presidency. In The Topeka School, then, speech-acts are not simply gendered but shown to have significant political ramifications. In this paper I argue that while Lerner dissects the genealogy of this particular construction of masculinity, he also presents alternative models of gendered speech-acts that subvert what Hélène Cixous calls the libidinal and cultural masculine economy, and that he explicitly links each of these models to the figure of the mother. Lerner thus suggests a gender-inclusive speaking-back against the dominant masculinist order, with the mother acting as a key locus of political dissent, resistance, and change – he suggests, too, what Connell would call a necessary reconfiguration of masculine practice
Stories of Addiction Recovery: The G-CHIME Model
No full textStories of Addiction Recovery explores first-hand structured accounts of addiction recovery through the G-CHIME model. G-CHIME is an adaptation to the CHIME model of mental health recovery, specifically targeted at addiction recovery. Identifying important components of recovery (Growth, Connectedness, Hope, Identity, Meaning in life, and Empowerment), G-CHIME considers aspects of positive psychology such as empowerment and hope as well as recognizing elements of addiction recovery such as connection and meaning in life.Publishing recovery stories in this way Stories of Addiction Recovery contributes positive literature to an area that is conventionally viewed with a negative bias, building away from the long-standing stigmatization associated with addiction and substance misuse. The first-hand accounts of shared experiences, lessons learnt, and the growth achieved can highlight to others what is possible in their own recovery
Integrated and coordinated care: what it means
No full textSeveral crucial documents have identified the need for integrated care to meet patient requirements in the current financial climate, developed from the concepts of self-care and joining up care to improve health outcomes. These include the Five Year Forward View (2014), Next Steps on the Five Year Forward View (2017), NHS Long Term Plan (2019) and now the introduction of the Health and Care Act (2022) - all of which provide a contextualised approach to care. Integrated care is aimed at the way that organisations work together to support self-care (which incorporates the principles of holistic care considering physical, emotional, social, spirtual and ecomonc health [Mills, 2017]), with a commitment to improve patient outcomes by avoiding confusion and repetition. It enhances comprehensive care planning by listening to patients - perhaps best summed up by the phrase, 'No decision about me, without me' (Department of Health [DH], 2012)
Professional commercial dance creative curriculum tracking trends.
No full textCommercial dance is an area that is largely neglected within the dance field,specifically in the United Kingdom. However, as a dance form, this is accessed andseen the most within broader society through recent technological advancements andmass media. There is a significant lack of academic research and literature thatexplores commercial dance as an industry and from an educational perspective. Thisresearch conceptualises the current position of commercial dance within the UnitedKingdom and explores the dance curriculum within HE and conservatoireenvironments. It evaluates curriculum relevance and currency to prepare graduatesfor commercial dance employment effectively. In addition, this research considers thewider dance industry and societal trends and their influences on curriculum design anddelivery.This study uses a qualitative methodology through an interpretive narrative approach,exploring the lived experiences of students, educational leaders, recent graduates,and industry employers. These experiences are gathered through semi-structuredinterviews, focus group interviews and observations within the field of dance that affordand enrich the study with real-world, real-time data. This research concludes thatcommercial dance is not a form of dance, but an umbrella term used to describe anydance form used for monetary purposes. The study highlights a hierarchy within thedance field between ‘traditional’ Western dance forms and those that sit under thecommercial umbrella. This research also establishes that recent technologicaladvancements have significantly impacted how the commercial dance industryoperates, alongside the broader impact on professional dance training. Furthermore,this research highlights the negative long-term impact that authoritarian and traditionaldance pedagogies have on students and graduates.To conclude, this research recommends that dance education must embracetechnological advancements and the influence these have upon the dance industrywhilst affording greater status to the value of commercial dance. The dance fieldshould also acknowledge that ‘commercial dance’ is not a form of dance, but a genericterm used to describe several dance forms and a wider employment industry
A study of the impact of work-family conflict on turnover intentions amongst Lebanese employees in the private higher education sector
No full textWork-family conflict is a widely known phenomenon and occurs when work and family rolesare irreconcilable and incongruous in some way. Work-family conflict is perceived as havinga detrimental effect on employees' well-being, coupled with increased stress, anxiety, andturnover intentions, especially in the workplace. It is believed to create a competition betweenone’s personal and professional life and results in the disbalance between their work and familyroles. This may hinder the employee’s performance and impact on the overall organisationaloutput, productivity, and growth.Despite the high prevalence of work-family conflict, it has been under researched in countrieslike Lebanon. Little research investigates work-family conflict in the private higher educationsector in third world countries, and Lebanon is no exception. Therefore, this research focuseson work-family conflict and investigates the variables that contribute to the two amongstLebanese employees in the private higher education sector in Lebanon. These variables includeemployees’ demographic factors, job satisfaction, turnover intentions, and emotionalintelligence. Additionally, the researcher seeks to explore how Covid-19 contributed to theincrease or decrease of work-family conflict.A mixed methods approach, using a questionnaire and semi structured interviews, wasimplemented. Participants included 203 employees of Lebanese private universities, whovoluntarily responded to the questionnaire; eight of whom participated in audio-recordedinterviews. Data emerging from the questionnaire was analysed using SPSS and the qualitativedata was analysed using thematic analysis. Through the utilisation of the quantitative andqualitative methods, this study has identified that these employees face unique challenges,including being underpaid, overloaded, and overworked. The challenges faced in the sector ofinterest differ between men and women. This may be due to being single parents, culture,family ties and positions.The findings also shed light on the impact of the Lebanese culture on work-family conflict andturnover intentions. The economic recession and devaluation of the Lebanese currency wereidentified as significant stressors that affected employees' work-life balance and job security,leading to migration in some cases. The findings suggest that understanding the cultural contextand economic factors is crucial for addressing work-family conflict and turnover intentions inthis particular context