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Psychological Mechanisms of Youth Involvement in Extremist and Terrorist Organizations (Using the Example of Social Networks)
No full textThe work describes the signs of recruitment and the psychological mechanisms of youth involvement in extremist and terrorist organizations in the Internet. A structural analysis of materials containing communication aimed at involving youth in extremist or terrorist organizations and/or communities with extremist goals. The object of the study are cases received for a comprehensive psychological and linguistic study at the Moscow State Budgetary Institution “Moscow Research Center”. The purpose of the work was to describe the signs of recruitment and the basic psychological mechanisms of youth involvement in extremist and terrorist organizations in the Internet. The basis for the methodological substantiation of the identified psychological mechanisms of involvement were the ideas of A.A. Leontiev on the concept of communication; scientific ideas of G.M. Andreeva about social communication. Using the intent analysis method, the psychological mechanisms of youth involvement in the Internet were identified, which are based on the impact on the motivational-need and value spheres of the individual. The described mechanisms allow us to deepen our understanding of the involvement of young people in extremist and terrorist communities.</p
کارامدی طرح کانیاشری پرکالپا؛ تحلیلی انتقادی از ابتکار ایالت بنگال غربی در ارتقای آموزش زنان و کاهش درصد ترک تحصیل
No full textسیاست عمومی تطبیقی حوزهای میانرشتهای است که در آن سیاست عمومی واحد تحلیل برای مقایسة میان رژیمهای مختلف به کار گرفته میشود. یکی از جنبههای مهم سیاست عمومی، ارزیابی سیاست عمومی است که باید با تأثیرهای سیاست سروکار داشته باشد، نه با خروجی سیاست. ارزیابی سیاست عمومی برای دولتها اهمیت حیاتی دارد، زیرا موفقیت یا شکست سیاستی مشخص، مستقیماً بر تصویر و وجهة دولت تأثیر میگذارد و احتمال بازگشت آن به قدرت را تحت تأثیر قرار میدهد. در اغلب موارد، دولتها بر برجستهسازی خروجیهای سیاست تمرکز میکنند که شامل دادههای آماری سطحی است. چنین دادههایی ممکن است بازنمایی درستی از تأثیر واقعی سیاست نباشد. این مقاله با هدف ارزیابی طرح «کانیاشری پرکالپا» دولت بنگال غربی در ترویج آموزش زنان و کاهش درصد ترک تحصیل تهیه شده است. ادارة رشد زنان و افزایش رفاه اجتماعی دولت بنگال غربی در سال ۲۰۱۲م طرح «کانیاشری پرکالپا» را پیشنهاد کرد؛ طرحی با عنوان انتقال نقدی مشروط که هدف آن ارتقای جایگاه و رفاه دختران در ایالت بنگال غربی از طریق تشویق به تحصیل تمامی دختران نوجوان و بهتعویقانداختن ازدواج آنان تا رسیدن به سن قانونی ازدواج (۱۸ سال) است. با استفاده از برداشت توماس آر. دای از مفهوم ارزیابی سیاست عمومی، در این مقاله تلاش شده است هر شاخص طرح «کانیاشری پرکالپا» مطالعه شود تا تأثیر واقعی این سیاست در حل مسئلهای که مدعی پرداختن به آن است روشن شود و در نتیجه، راههایی برای بهبود این سیاست با هدف پرداختن مؤثرتر به مسائل فوری مرتبط با آموزش دختران در هند پیشرو قرار گیرد. در این مقاله همچنین سازگاری این سیاست با برخی اهداف توسعة پایدار (SDGs) بررسی شده است
ISLAS OCEÁNICAS, ISLAS FANTASMA E HISTORIAS REGIONALES CLAVES PARA PENSAR ESCENARIOS DE TERRITORIALIDAD DISCONTINUA
Full text linkResumen Las islas atraen o estimulan la innovación conceptual; han sido y continúan siendo atractivas como laboratorio económico, político, ecológico o social. Para los navegantes de todos los tiempos, fueron lugares de conexión -verdaderos oasis en los desiertos oceánicos- o lugares ideales para confinar enfermos o cautivos. Desde los albores del siglo XXI, recuperaron centralidad como locación de estudios donde se entrecruzan la idea de laboratorio, de microanálisis y también las tendencias de historia global y conectada: permiten estudiar acotadamente los cruces entre condición geográfica y acciones humanas; esparcidas por todo el planeta (tanto las existentes como las “fantasma”) constituyen puntos de paso del tráfico mundial y también dispositivos frecuentes en conflictos soberanos desde mucho antes de la existencia de los estados nación. Este artículo señala su reaparición en la agenda historiográfica mundial y se pregunta por su valor heurístico para la historia regional del sureste americano durante el período colonial
Teacher motivation strategies and their influence on student academic achievement in public secondary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria
No full textThis study examined the association between teacher motivation strategies and student academic achievement in public secondary schools in Oyo State, Nigeria. A quantitative cross-sectional survey design was employed. Data were collected from 905 teachers in 97 schools, selected through a two-stage stratified random sampling process across urban and rural areas. Two validated instruments were used: the Teacher Motivation Strategies Questionnaire (TMSQ, Cronbach's α=0.89) and the Student Academic Achievement Survey (SAAS, Cronbach's α=0.85). Multiple regression analysis revealed that recognition programmes, career advancement opportunities, workload management, and a supportive school culture collectively explained 68% of the variance in student achievement (R²=0.680, p<0.001). Recognition programmes were the strongest predictor (β=0.32, p<0.001), followed by supportive school culture (β=0.25, p<0.001) and career advancement opportunities (β=0.20, p=0.001). Workload management showed no significant association. The predictive strength was higher in urban schools (R²=0.72) than in rural schools (R²=0.66). Recommendations include state-wide recognition schemes and professional learning communities, especially for rural schools, to improve WASSCE performance
Teachers' perceptions on effective resilience strategies to challenging teaching space in Tanzania: A study of selected secondary schools in Morogoro Municipality
No full textThis study investigates teachers' perceptions regarding effective resilience strategies in challenging educational environments within secondary schools in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania. Grounded in Polidore's Resilience Theory and Conservation Resource Theory, the research highlights the importance of social interactions and resource management in fostering teacher resilience. Utilising a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 236 participants, including 234 teachers and two key informants, through simple random and purposive sampling techniques. Findings reveal a complex landscape of perceptions, with many teachers expressing scepticism about the effectiveness of various resilience strategies, particularly in creating positive school cultures and fostering supportive relationships. While some strategies, such as positive verbal reinforcement and interactive learning, received favourable evaluations, most respondents rated these approaches as inadequately implemented. This suggests a significant gap between recognising the value of resilience strategies and their practical applicability. The study underscores the need for targeted interventions, including professional development programs, mentorship networks, and policies prioritising teacher well-being and resource allocation. By addressing these challenges and fostering a supportive educational environment, the resilience of teachers can be significantly enhanced, ultimately leading to improved educational outcomes for students
O NASCIMENTO DE UMA NAÇÃO: A APROPRIAÇÃO DE “BRASIS” PARA A CONSTRUÇÃO DE UMA IMAGEM DE SI
Full text linkChallenges encountered by teachers and pupils in increasing precision and writing consistency of government primary early graders in Tanzania
No full textThe current study examined teachers’ challenges in enhancing the writing competencies of government primary school children and ways to mitigate the challenges. Mixed methods and case study design were used with 88 participants from eight government primary schools in Namtumbo District. A purposeful sample of 16 teachers, 8 headteachers, and 64 Standard I and II pupils was made. Classroom observation, unstructured interviews, focus group discussions, document reviews, questionnaires, and checklists were utilised during data collection. Quantitative information was analysed through SPSS, and thematic analysis was done on qualitative information. Study findings indicate that teachers faced several challenges, including overcrowded classrooms, insufficient teaching and learning facilities, inadequate teachers’ houses and classrooms. The strategies to address the challenges include using technology and innovative pedagogies, such as learning corners. These findings imply the need to provide teachers with teaching materials and in-service professional development to enable them to use contextually available technologies to mitigate the noted challenges
Volunteer teacher management in Tanzanian secondary schools: challenges and strategies
No full textTanzania's expansion of secondary education, driven by initiatives such as the Secondary Education Development Programme (SEDP) and the Fee-Free Education Policy, has increased enrollment; however, it has also exacerbated teacher shortages, particularly in rural areas and for specific subjects. Teaching volunteers now fill this gap, yet their challenges and management remain a critical challenge. This study had two specific objectives: (i) to examine the challenges facing volunteer teachers in public secondary schools, and (ii) to evaluate managerial strategies used at the school level to support volunteer teachers. Eighteen secondary schools in Dodoma City hosting volunteer teachers were purposively selected for the study. From these schools, a total of 63 volunteer teachers and 18 heads of schools participated in the study. Data were collected through questionnaires administered to volunteer teachers, while heads of schools provided insights through face-to-face interviews. The study's findings reveal that volunteer teachers encounter various challenges throughout their duties. These include inadequate financial support, limited access to teaching and learning resources, a sense of inferiority compared to employed teachers, excessive teaching loads due to a high number of classes and students, and overall work overload. To address these challenges, heads of schools were found to have adopted various management strategies. These include providing induction or orientation sessions upon recruitment, offering ongoing support, supplying necessary teaching and learning materials, and assigning responsibilities that match the volunteer teachers' skills and interests. It was concluded that volunteer teachers significantly contribute to secondary education but face challenges such as inadequate support, limited resources, and excessive workloads, which undermine their effectiveness despite school leaders' efforts to support them. As such, it is recommended that policy support, fair workload distribution, improved access to resources, and ongoing professional development be in place to enhance the motivation and performance of volunteer teachers
The Zelensky Files Part III: Navigating uncertain futures : Leadership strategies and practices for university leaders
No full textThis article is Part III of The Zelensky Files trilogy on leadership. A central theme of this article is the axiom that leadership functions in a world of uncertainty with few guarantees and with exponential complexity during national crises. The paper provides a brief review of The Zelensky Files I and II, as well as the research that informed these articles. The Zelensky Files 11-15 are presented around a common thread: a leader in any organisation often does not have absolute control over their organisation and its future. These leadership files encompass uncertain futures, varying leadership needs during war and peacetime, knowing when to step aside, and the fact that talent and intellect do not always prevail; situational context matters - a separate leadership approach is required for each, albeit to a lesser extent. The last sections of the paper provide a synthesis of Zelensky's leadership and implications for university leaders
Exploring middle school students' perceptions of scientific models and modelling: recall, preference, and impact
No full textScientific models help students visualise concepts and processes that would otherwise remain abstract. This qualitative study examined how middle school students experience and perceive various modelling practices in science education. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 15 students across grades 5-7 to understand their preferences and the perceived impact of various modelling techniques. Students most frequently recalled and preferred physical and experimental modelling, viewing these hands-on approaches as most valuable for their learning. We observed moderate differences across grade levels and genders, pointing to the need for varied instructional strategies. Based on these findings, we recommend that physical and experimental modelling serve as core teaching strategies, supplemented by game-based, creative, and biological modelling to address diverse learning preferences
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