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Young People’s Use of School-Based Banter
No full textThis chapter draws upon several concepts derived from, or inspired by, Norbert Elias to critically examine the processes in which young people use ‘banter’ in a physical education school context. Ethnographic data is presented and analysed using Elias’s concepts of the individual civilizing process, habitus, ‘I-We-They’ identities and figuration, alongside Wouter’s notion of a third-nature psyche. We discuss banter as a behavioural norm and theorise the ways in which young males utilise, interpret and respond to banter with psycho-social emotional processes. We argue that young males’ use of banter is evidence of relatively high levels of shared understanding and mutual respect, both of which required heightened levels of emotional self-restraint and the need to exercise greater degrees of foresight. The use of banter demonstrates features of young people’s individual civilising process. In doing so, the chapter demonstrates how a figurational sociological approach can be applied to analysing young people’s relationships, behaviours and identities in an educational setting
An Ensemble Classification of Mental Health in Malaysia related to the Covid-19 Pandemic using Social Media Sentiment Analysis
Get PDFApplying Pattern Language to Enhance IIoT System Design and Integration: From Theory to Practice
No full textThe Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is pivotal in advancing industrial automation, offering significant improvements in connectivity and efficiency. However, the integration of heterogeneous devices within IIoT systems presents substantial challenges, primarily due to the diversity in device hardware, protocols, and functionalities. In this paper, we propose a new pattern language specifically designed to enhance interoperability and operational efficiency across industrial settings. Drawing from a case study of the State Company for Automotive Industry (S.C.A.I.) in Iraq, this study details the development and integration of eleven interrelated patterns. These patterns were carefully combined based on identified relationships, forming a comprehensive pattern language that addresses key aspects of system heterogeneity, including device communication, data security, and system scalability. The pattern language was validated using the Delphi process theory, engaging industry experts to refine and optimize the framework for practical application. The implementation of this pattern language led to significant improvements in system integration, enabling seamless communication between diverse devices and enhancing operational workflows. The case study demonstrates the practical viability of the proposed pattern language in enhancing interoperability within real-world Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) applications. Furthermore, the replicable nature of this framework makes it a valuable resource for other industrial environments seeking to harness the power of IIoT technologies
Letting Beings Be:Review of: Gary Steiner, What We Owe to Nonhuman Animals: The Historical Pretensions of Reason and The Ideal of Felt Kinship. Routledge Human–Animal Studies Series. London: Routledge, 2024. x + 269 pp. £36.99 (pb), £135.00 (hb).
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‘Doesn’t anyone care anymore?’ - Bystander intervention to hate crime.
No full textWhile previous studies have focused on bystander intervention, current understanding specifically in the area of bystander intervention to hate crime is limited. This study seeks to focus on bystander intervention to hate crime in the United Kingdom. This study utilised 10 semi-structure interviews with participants who had personally witnessed a hate crime incident, exploring reasons for intervention, or lack thereof. Results revealed that for some who intervened, the decision to do so often stemmed from an instinctive, impulsive place, whereas for others it was a calculative decision-making process. The findings also reveal that there are various factors which influence participants in deciding whether to intervene. Critically, while all factors were described as pivotal to influencing participants in choosing whether to intervene or remain bystanders, there was no hierarchy of factors which can be generalised. The study concludes that the decision to intervene is a complex multi-faceted process and promotes awareness-raising about the various options available when witnessing a hate crime
Increasing father engagement among minoritised fathers through proactive service support and outreach: insights from a participatory pilot study
No full textBased on analyses of multi-perspective data generated from a small participatory and exploratory pilot study called Diverse Dads, this article considers how service engagement with minoritised fathers might be addressed in contexts of family and youth support. Semi-structured qualitative interviews and focus groups, complemented by a small survey, were conducted by beneficiaries and employees of a specialist charity supporting young fathers, with regional practitioners, service managers and minoritised fathers. These explored how and why services, which traditionally serve White, working-class communities, might be ‘hard(er) to access’ for minoritised fathers and how this might be addressed. In a context of considerable constraint for services, this article identifies how more accessible, inclusive support pathways and environments might be fostered. Key processes explored include how services can increase their accessibility, visibility, and appeal; become more proactive with outreach to fathers in diverse communities; and sustain father-inclusive support for all fathers
Who gets an annual review for coeliac disease?:Patients with lower health literacy and lower dietary adherence consider them important
No full textSukuk for Sub-Saharan African Infrastructure Post-COVID-19
No full textSub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is currently confronted with a significant infrastructure deficit, exacerbated by the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. As the deadline for the United Nations (UN) 2030 Sustainable Development Goals approaches, it becomes imperative to identify alternative funding sources for vital infrastructure projects in the region. Consequently, this research investigated the potential of sukuk, a form of Islamic finance, as an alternative means of financing infrastructure development in SSA. Drawing upon Lee’s socioeconomic conditions theory. Drawing upon Lee’s socioeconomic conditions theory, this study reveals that States in SSA can draw insights from the experience of Malaysia and adopt innovative sukuk-type bonds to generate necessary funding for critical infrastructure. Additionally, the chapter evaluated the necessity of establishing a supportive framework to facilitate sustained private-sector investment in infrastructure
