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For as long as the earth will endure
Full text linkTwenty artists from the UK and Europe made a collective response to ‘Ground Up – Extraction’ the theme set by Veronica Sekules, Director of GroundWork Gallery, for the GroundWork Gallery annual residency programme. Extraction had close connections to each artist’s studio practice and research which had a shared fascination with materiality as a unifying focus. Coming together in the summer of June 2024, we each took part in a combined research week, walking, talking and listening to local experts in re-wilding, extraction, plant and wildlife, geology and local history. They told us stories that are woven into the bedrock of East Anglia and stories of the cliffs crumbling rapidly into encroaching seas.
My own response to our time spent there was shaped by the unlikely meeting points of King’s Lynn’s history and trade, regenerative agricultural practice at Wild Ken Hill and foraging for earth from collapsed cliff sites on my many walks along the coast path. My subsequent making with materials resonated with a sense of taking and giving back (Springgay and Truman, 2019), exploring extraction and possible acts of healing. What follows here are text and image of the process of responding through making (Halcrow, 2023) to the complex and multi-layered stories of human extraction within King’s Lynn and the surrounding area and its long legacy into the now and the unknown future
Transformative learning for a sustainable future
No full textThis report has been produced by Cathy d’Abreu, Oxford Brookes University, Clive Belgeonne,
Development Education Centre, South Yorkshire, Douglas Bourn, Development Education Research
Centre at UCL and Jenny Hatley from Bath Spa University, on behalf of the Our Shared World
Coalition of organisations.
Our Shared World is a large coalition of 183 member and 381 associate NGOs, organisations and
individuals, seeking to advocate for and support the successful realisation of SDG 4.7 across England
by 2030, equipping our society to create a more sustainable, fairer, peaceful and resilient world.
This report addresses the value of the term transformative learning in promoting a sustainable
future. It reviews the literature relevant to this area and identifies models of practice that are
relevant for schools in England
A systematic review and meta-synthesis of the barriers of offsite construction projects
Full text linkOffsite construction (OSC) has been increasingly adopted in the construction industry, especially with increased practical interest in digital transformation in construction, automated production, assembly, and delivery. The uptake of OSC has not however been consistent internationally, and the adoption rate of modular and prefabricated construction is still poor in many developing and developed countries. This review aims to detect and classify the barriers for adopting OSC by assimilating previous research studies. This paper systematically analyses 75 research articles, published in the past decade spanning between 2012 and 2022 inclusive. A total of 47 barriers were identified through this review and the five most frequent barriers were: lack of skills and expertise in OSC within the organization, poor cooperation and integration between stakeholders in the value chain, higher project costs, higher capital cost, and lack of a national standards and design codes for prefabricated components. The analysis offers insights into gaps that exist that could support greater OSC activity globally. Barrier trends by publication year and country are reported to highlight changes in research activity to delineate recommendations for future work to ensure greater uptake
Not just suitors, balls, and proposals: the late eighteenth-century Bath marriage mart reassessed
No full textAs Catherine Morland in Jane Austen’s Northanger Abbey said, ‘Oh, who could ever be tired of Bath?’ As Catherine herself found out, Bath appeared to be all balls, promenading and socialising, often to find a marriage partner. Though historians have researched what happens in Bath during the season, there is less work on how people, especially young women, wrote of their experiences, often relying on Northanger Abbey as the central source for information. Consequently, very little is known about how Bath’s marriage mart was experienced by young women at the end of the eighteenth century.
Dr Rachel Bynoth's new chapter in the edited collection Bath and Beyond uncovers other experiences of Bath's infamous marriage market for late eighteenth-century women
Impact of subjective norms, normative attitudes, and perceived behavioral control on online beauty product purchases during COVID-19 in the UK
Full text linkThe UK beauty industry has faced significant changes due to the Covid-19 pandemic, leading to a noticeable shift in consumer buying behavior, with a strong move towards online purchasing. This research examines how the pandemic has impacted consumer behavior in the beauty industry, focusing on the influence of subjective norms, normative attitudes, and perceived behavioral control on online buying decisions during and after the pandemic. An explanatory research approach was used, and data were collected through an online survey of 122 consumers. The findings reveal that these Subjective Norms and Normative Attitudes have nonsignificant impact on closely linked to perceived behavioral control and ultimately on consumers' buying intentions for beauty products during the pandemic
Analysing the modest fashion market: an empirical study of e-commerce best-selling products
Full text linkPurpose – This study examines the dynamics of the modesty-conscious market within the global fashion industry. Specifically, the research aims to understand and analyse the preferences of consumers in this market segment and provide guidance for fashion companies seeking to engage with this sizable audience consumer demand for modest fashion, such as loose-fitting garments and headscarves for
women.
Design/methodology/approach – Employing a mono-method quantitative research approach, this study uses a comprehensive big data analytics framework to analyseashion data sets obtained from e-commerce
websites.
Findings – The findings highlight a persistent and growing demand for modest fashion; that demand proved resilient in the face of challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Modest shoppers demonstrate price sensitivity, and their preference for premium brands over affordable ones varies considerably. Crucial factors contributing to the success of modest clothing as best-sellers include price, retailer, colour and fabric, while the discount feature is less important.
Research limitations/implications – While this research provides significant insights, it is important to acknowledge its limitations. This study relies on data gathered from certain e-commerce websites, and specific
nuances of consumer behaviour may not be fully captured. In addition, the scope is limited to a specific timeframe and may not account for long-term market shifts.
Practical implications – Fashion companies could use the results of this study to customise their strategy
for engaging the modesty-conscious demographic. Comprehending the significance of elements such as price,
retailer, colour and fabric can allow firms to enhance their product offerings and marketing strategies.
Social implications – This study highlights the social ramifications of the modesty-focused industry, stressing the changing tastes and requirements of customers within this sector. By aligning their strategies with these societal shifts, fashion companies can contribute to a more inclusive and diverse industry landscape
Flat feet, inveterate habits and the productive body
No full textAn investigation into C19th institutional archives, exploring attitudes and ideas about orphans and the productive body. The article goes on to link some of these key ideas to the care experience today
Between compliance and control: German implementation of Article 17 of Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market and self-regulation of online content-sharing service providers
No full textAs a part of the Digital Single Market Strategy actions to make European Union copyright rules fit the digital age, The Directive on Copyright in the Digital Single Market was published in the official journal in 2019. However, Article 17 of this Directive, with its “best efforts” obligations, faced heavy criticism. In order to meet the requirements of this Article and avoid liability for copyright-infringing content, platforms need to use automated content recognition tools, also known as “upload filters.” These technologies often disproportionately interfere with users' freedom of expression. This is a significant issue that Member States should take into consideration when implementing the Article, particularly given the emphasis on effective safeguards for these systems in the Poland decision by the CJEU
How do I generate visual data? A guide for business and management research
No full textThis insightful book examines seven core visual techniques as methods of primary data generation for research projects. It provides guidance and support to students conducting projects in the field of business and management, emphasizing the involvement of participants in the process.
Harriet Shortt and Samantha Parsley trace the social science heritage of visual methods and analyze fresh perspectives on their students’ case studies. They explore key epistemologies, delving into ethical considerations and the kinds of research questions visual methods are well suited to answering. The book outlines technical concerns and features photographs from the authors’ own research projects to bring theories to life. It also includes an up-to-date literature review of published studies using visual methods, concluding with a future-orientated discussion on benefits and challenges of using these approaches