Socio-cultural

Вступ. Стаття розглядає нагальну потребу у фахівцях позашкільної освіти, здатних ефективно організовувати соціокультурну діяльність у громадах. Підкреслюється важливість соціокультурних компетенцій в контексті розширення функцій діяльності закладів позашкільної освіти.

Мета. Дослідження спрямоване на визначення основних елементів підготовки майбутніх фахівців позашкільної освіти для успішного здійснення соціокультурної діяльності.

Методи. Дослідження базується на огляді наукових статей, підручників та посібників, опублікованих за останні 10 років. Методологія включає аналіз, синтез та порівняльні методи, з тематичним аналізом для виявлення ключових концепцій у зібраних даних.

Результати. Дослідження показує, що ефективна підготовка фахівців позашкільної освіти до соціокультурної діяльності повинна включати: теоретичні основи, що охоплюють історію, складові та сучасні технології соціокультурної діяльності; практичний досвід організації різноманітних заходів, від концертів до дискусійних клубів та майстеркласів; розвиток цифрової компетентності для сучасних форм дозвілля; інтеграцію елементів фольклору та національного мистецтва; розвиток комунікативних навичок через бесіди на вільні теми та інтерактивні заходи; включення ігрової діяльності для соціалізації та рекреації; організацію творчих майстерень на основі інтересів студентів; фокус на інклюзивності та роботі з людьми з особливими потребами; впровадження інтегрованих курсів з ораторського мистецтва, акторської майстерності та режисури.

Оригінальність. Дослідження пропонує інноваційні підходи до підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти, включаючи використання інтерактивних творчих перерв, партнерські лекції з викладачами інших спеціальностей та інтеграцію соціокультурної діяльності в освітній процес.

Висновок. Дослідження підсумовує, що поєднання теоретичних знань з практичною реалізацією проєктів, участь у гуртках та творчих об'єднаннях є вирішальним у формуванні компетенцій студентів. Пропонується подальше дослідження ефективності різних форм підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти до організації соціокультурної діяльності в громаді.

В настоящей работе рассматриваются теоретические и методологические основы исследования А. Белича по исторической грамматике сербского языка. Белич учился у младограмматиков Ф. Фортунатова (Московский университет), А. Лескина, Г. Остхофа и К. Бругмана (Лайпцигский университет) и во многом он был близок к методологическим принципам младограмматического направления, предлагая одновременно оригинальное решение многих теоретических вопросов. Им принимается младограмматический постулат о безысключительности звуковых законов, но тут же подчёркивается что процессы аналогии в языке являются тоже закономерными, как и процессы фонетические. Пытаясь найти причины морфологических изменений, Белич разработал оригинальную концепцию синтагматики, которая лежит в основе формального выравнивания падежей. Таким образом, он предвосхитил современную теорию конфигурационного синтаксиса, по которой утрата именного склонения связана с развитием фразовых структур.

Un Sourd-muet, comme son nom l’indique, souffre de deux déficiences : il ne peut ni entendre ni parler. Ces deux déficiences, cependant, ne sont pas réunies par hasard, simplement juxtaposées. La surdité est le fait premier, fondamental, le mutisme n’est que la conséquence. La langue des signes est un mode de communication et d’échange efficace chez le sourd. Celle-ci n’est pas connue du grand public et peu de personnes savent communiquer, ce qui pose autant de problèmes tant dans la vie quotidienne qu’avec le contact des institutions publiques. A cet égard, les sourds s’exposent à beaucoup de difficultés et de barrières alors que leur vécu en univers carcéral s’avère pire voire infernal (l’isolement communicationnel et manque d’accessibilité).......

Introduction. The research topic is conditioned by the need to develop innovative adaptation measures for
international university students, which are an important channel for transferring information about the country
to the world community. Decoding the national values of the recipient country corresponds to the intention of the
third mission of the university, understood as its contribution to the development of the regional, national and
global community.
The purpose of the study is to analyze the satisfaction of foreign students with the conditions of the new educational
environment of the university and to develop a comprehensive program for their adaptation.
Materials and methods. The study was conducted in Novosibirsk State Technical University using the survey
method by filling out a questionnaire by respondents and a formalized interview. Closed alternative questions
were used in the questionnaire. International students from near and far abroad participated in the survey. The
data was processed and visualized using the method of bar and pie charts.
The results of the study. The data of the conducted survey of foreign students allow us to conclude about the
generally successful adaptation environment of the university. However, some indicators have revealed the need to
improve the adaptation process, mainly in its socio-cultural aspect. The answers to the question "How easily did you
join the educational process of NSTU?" revealed the fact that about 52% of foreign students felt discomfort after
arriving to study in Russia, especially this should be attributed to citizens of non-CIS countries. When answering
the question "Have you encountered difficulties in establishing contacts with Russian students and the local
population due to differences in values, traditions and customs?" 44% of respondents acknowledged the existence
of problems. Thirty-nine percent of respondents considered the main barrier to effective communication to be a
lack of understanding of the motives of Russians' actions. New formats of adaptation measures are required that
decode the system of cultural values of the recipient country for foreign students and involve them in the scientific,
cultural and economic life of the region. Thirty-two percent of respondents spoke about their lack.
Conclusions. The factors of successful adaptation of students at the university are identified, new formats of
socio-cultural activities are proposed that can demonstrate national norms and traditions, such as an adaptive
VR course, virtual travel, sightseeing routes around the city and the university area, adaptation quests. Types
of adaptation activities are included in a comprehensive program designed to convey both the values of the
university, its location region, and the values of the recipient country.

Tout processus d'adaptation repose sur un modèle de l'utilisateur, une représentation de ses caractéristiques dont le système prend en compte. Les systèmes hypermédia adaptatifs sont basés sur le profil d'apprenant, les données de plus en plus nombreuses et volumineuses doivent s'adapter aux apprenants. A l'heure actuelle les ontologies constituent une solution pour la représentation et le partage des connaissances. C'est dans ce contexte que ce situe nos travaux de recherches, concernant la modélisation d'un apprenant dans un système hypermédia.. Nous présentons une ontologie apprenant basée sur des résultats des travaux des théories cognitives pour la description des profils apprenants.

Gujjar and Bakarwal establish the two famous traveling innate
gatherings of Jammu and Kashmir. Gujjar and Bakarwal are the third
biggest ethnic gathering in Jammu and Kashmir comprise over 11.9% of
the aggregate population of the state (Census, 2011); Both ancestral
gatherings of Jammu And Kashmir State are for the most part subject to
raising of sheep and goat. Individuals had a place with Gujjar and
Bakarwal communities are immaculate with the joy of outside world. The
political socialization of Gujjar and Bakarwals in the state isn't great when
contrasted with different networks. Both these innate gathering assume
an urgent job in meeting the necessity of drain and meat for the urban
communities and towns and subsequently contribute altogether to the
domesticated animal’s area of the state.

Естетика архітектурного середовища вивчає принципи та елементи, які формують естетичний вигляд та враження від будівель та міського середовища. Це область, яка досліджує, як архітектура впливає на сприйняття та емоції людей, як вона взаємодіє з природним оточенням та іншими архітектурними об'єктами.
Сучасний дизайн архітектурного середовища спеціалізованих громадських споруд вже не є тривіальним, і частіше відповідає естетичним критеріям, не втрачаючи при цьому функціональність. Прикладами нестандартних архітектурних рішень таких споруд є 'BS25' Silos – концепція центру дайвінгу та критого парашутного спорту від Moko Architects, пожежна станція у місті Сідней від McIntosh & Phelps, водолазно-рятувальна станція у місті Копенгаген від David Bravo Bordas.

Актуальність теми доповіді. Необхідність підтримання належного стану стадіонів продиктована тим, що фізкультурно-оздоровчі об’єкти нерозривно пов’язані з питанням оздоровлення молоді. Завдяки правильній експлуатації стадіонів та дотримання правил щодо їх доступності можна задавати правильний вектор формування здорових звичок населення. Особливо зручними в досягненні цієї мети є стадіони при навчальних закладах. Але часто саме вони перебувають у неналежному стані та не можуть експлуатуватися на повний осяг через низку проблем: складний стан економіки, недостатнє фінансування, велика вартість площі землі, вандалізм. Мета (ідея) доповіді - відображення проблемних питань, що пов’язані з будівництвом, експлуатацією та реконструкції стадіонів (на прикладі стадіону НАУ); пошук варіантів їх вирішення

Мета: аналіз теоретичних аспектів підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти до соціокультурної діяльності у громадах.
Методи: аналіз літератури (законодавчі акти, наукові статті та підручники); теоретичний аналіз (різні аспекти соціокультурної діяльності та позашкільної освіти, аналіз їх сутності, цілей, принципів); синтез інформації; порівняльний аналіз; системний підхід (підготовка фахівців розглядається як комплексна система, що включає різні компоненти).
Результати: у статті здійснено аналіз теоретичних аспектів підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти саме в контексті соціокультурної діяльності в громадах; актуалізовано питання підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти в сучасних умовах, з урахуванням нових викликів (наприклад, необхідність роботи з внутрішньо переміщеними особами); сформульовано конкретні рекомендації щодо вдосконалення процесу підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти для соціокультурної діяльності.
Висновки. У статті визначені суть та зміст поняття «соціокультурна діяльність», її мета, обʼєкт, предмет та цілі. Також визначаються поняття «соціокультурне середовище», «соціокультурна сфера», вказується мета позашкільної освіти, предмет та принципи підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти до соціокультурної діяльності в громаді, визначається поняття культурного дозвілля школярів. Запропоновані засоби роботи для покращення навчального процесу фахівців позашкільної освіти для соціокультурної діяльності. Наголошено на важливості інклюзивної освіти та національно-патріотичного виховання. Проаналізовано протиріччя підготовки фахівців позашкільної освіти.

Introduction. The socio-cultural values of high school students, presented in social network profiles, are arranged in a
certain hierarchy, and reflect patterns and norms of behavior characteristic of youth mass culture, which can influence
the regulation of their real behavior, including the specifics of experiencing psychological problems. This influence can
be both positive and negative, which underlines the relevance of the study of the relationship of socio-cultural values
and psychological problems in high school students on the material of social networks.
The purpose of the study: identification of the relationship of socio-cultural values and psychological problems in high
school students reflected in the profile of the social network.
Materials and methods. The study of the socio-cultural values of high school students was conducted using the
method of automated collection of open information from the profile page in the social network VKontakte, followed by
content analysis; the study of psychological problems of high school students in a virtual environment was conducted
using the CIAS test (Chen's Internet addiction scale, adapted by V. L. Malygin, K. A. Feklisov), in real communication
with using the methodology "Psychological problems of adolescents" (L. A. Regush et al.). The sample consisted of 143
high school students (82 girls and 61 boys), aged 15 to 17 years (cf. age = 15.8). Methods of mathematical statistics:
content analysis, methods of descriptive statistics, correlation analysis.
The results of the study. The socio-cultural values of high school students reflected in the profiles of social networks
include orientation to the search for new experiences, hedonism, cultural and socio-political values, values of
cognition. The leading socio-cultural values are arranged in a certain hierarchy, reflect patterns and norms of behavior
characteristic of youth mass culture that can influence the regulation of their real behavior, including the specifics
of experiencing psychological problems. It was revealed that the predominance of entertainment content indicates
the risk of Internet addiction (r=0,44; p<0,001), interest in socio-political issues is associated with fear of the future
(r=0,45; p<0,001). Cognitive content, the presence of groups dedicated to social and cultural issues are a resource for
reducing the risk of Internet addiction (r=-0,46; p<0,001), and problematic interaction with peers (r=-0,46; p<0,001),
due to an increase in the range of available communication practices.
Conclusion. The data obtained can be used by psychologists working in the education system to develop
recommendations for optimizing the process of using information technology, as well as for express diagnostics of
Internet addiction and problematic preoccupation of high school students.

Background: Modern contraceptives are medical procedures that interfere
with reproduction or acts of sexual intercourse. Moyo district contraceptive
prevalence used by females aged 15 - 24 years is 6.03%, which is far from the
national target. The low contraceptive use among this age group results in high
school drops, unwanted pregnancy, early child marriage, and community dis-
putes. Purpose: To evaluate barriers associated with the utilization of modern
contraceptive methods used by females aged 15 - 24 years in Moyo district in
Uganda. Methods: A cross-sectional design with mixed methods of quantitative and qualitative approaches was used. The reason for using a cross-sec-
tional design is to measure the exposure and outcome variables at the same
time. It’s relatively quick and inexpensive, and findings can be used to create
an in-depth research study. Multistage sampling was used to draw 423 partic-
ipants for quantitative and 23 participants were purposively selected for Qual-
itative study based on knowledge and experience, the results were analyzed
using SPSS Version 20 and open code software and presented in the form of tables, pie charts, graphs, descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The findings indicated marital status OR 3.193, P-Value 0.000 and CI (2.002 - 5.091), Family/Community influence OR 1.644, P-Value 0.019 and CI (1.084 - 2.493) and Cultural influence OR 2.004, P-Value 0.006 and CI (1.218 - 3.298) tend to be associated with using contraceptives. Desire for children OR 0.459,  P-Value 0.002 and CI (0.279 - 0.756) and long waiting time OR 0.442, P-Value 0.003 and CI (0.258 - 0.756) tend to be not associated with the use of modern contraceptives. The findings of this study have shown both individual and so-
cio-cultural factors contribute to the low utilization of modern contraceptives
among females aged 15 - 24 years, and these need to be addressed with the involvement of different stakeholders.

Communication - Colloque International "Des genres discursifs et des contextes : Nouveaux modes d’appréhension et imaginaires" - Université Catholique de Lyon - 25-26 mai 2023.
Dans le cadre de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, la presse clandestine de la Résistance française représente un terrain d’enquête dont l’importance est reconnue. La genèse, les aspects logistiques et pratiques, les contenus et les thématiques des périodiques entre 1940 et 1945 ont été élucidés d’un point de vue historique. Cependant, à ce jour, ce corpus journalistique n'a pas été suffisamment analysé à la lumière de sa principale caractéristique : le fait d'être un média, comme le soulignait déjà, en 1996, l'historien français et spécialiste de la Résistance Olivier Wieviorka. Il s’agit d’un média suivant une conception bien différente de celle que nous en avons aujourd’hui, mais cela n'empêche pas que ses modalités d’expression, déterminant largement son message et sa réception auprès du public, fonctionnent comme celles de tout moyen d’information semblable à l’heure actuelle. Le discours de la presse clandestine est indéniablement une forme de médiation ayant un impact important sur la constitution et l'organisation des rangs de la résistance civile et morale. Ainsi, un nouveau mode d’appréhension de nature linguistique fournit des nouveaux éléments qui s’ajoutent aux études réalisées et ouvrent un nouveau champ de dialogue entre langue et histoire. Le but de la communication proposée est donc de voir comment les acteurs sociaux, les savoirs institués, les éléments culturels et identitaires entrent dans la composition des genres propres de la presse clandestine de la Résistance française. Les différences qu'elle présente non seulement par rapport à un discours traditionnel, mais aussi par rapport à un discours journalistique traditionnel font l’objet d’une réflexion sur plusieurs aspects de ses finalités. On peut en effet comprendre à quel niveau les pratiques sociales de l'époque possèdent une corrélation étroite avec le discours écrit résistant, évoluant dans le temps et s'adaptant aux changements historiques et sociaux. De plus, la presse clandestine contient toutes les connotations d'un processus social qui doit sa naissance à une culture commune et à un ensemble de valeurs identitaires partagées. Ce sont ces valeurs qui servent de base à l'émergence de la réponse à l'oppression et de ciment entre les membres de la société, qui interagissent de multiples façons entre eux et avec la presse elle-même. Avant d’analyser les procédés mis en place par le discours journalistique résistant, nous observerons la légitimité de sa contextualisation dans la théorie des genres sur la base des études de Miller (1984), Martin (1993), Fairclough (2003), Bhatia (2013) et Charaudeau (2014). Nous introduirons également la relation entre la presse clandestine et les concepts de speech community et discourse community théorisés par Swales (1990), en démontrant le rôle de cette dernière. En conclusion, par une nouvelle déclinaison de la théorie des genres, nous souhaitons offrir une perspective linguistique qui offre aux études historiques sur la Résistance un apport interdisciplinaire.

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This research offers valuable perspectives on the nexus between urbanization and the smart environment within the Najran city, Saudi Arabian context. Najran City, with its diverse districts and evolving urban landscape, is at the forefront of adopting advanced technologies and participatory governance models to create a resilient, environmentally conscious, and sustainable urban environment, likewise positioning itself as a model of smart urban development but is also fostering an innovation-driven community equipped to address the difficulties and exploit the prospects given by the 21st century. The study systematically analyzes the multifaceted factors of smart city variables in Saudi Arabia and their direct impact on urban sustainability through extensive quantitative investigations. This study reveals the positive correlations between smart city attributes, on the attainment of urban sustainability. In order words, the smart city’s attributes such as IoT (Internet of Things) devices, smart infrastructure, and data-driven solutions are linked to the creation of a resilient urban environment in the face of urbanization and sustainability challenges. On the other hand, the study noted that the integration of smart technologies might lead to unintended consequences in urban planning. For example, an overemphasis on technology may overshadow human-centric approaches, which might potentially affect the community well-being and social cohesion. Study’s insights provide policymakers, urban planners, and players with an in-depth knowledge of the pathways to harness smart city attributes for sustainable Najran urban development. The implications of this research extend beyond the borders of Saudi Arabia, serving as a valuable reference for regions worldwide grappling with similar urbanization and sustainability challenges in the 21st century. By harnessing the potential of smart cities, Saudi Arabia and other nations can pave the way for greener, more resilient urban futures.

La inteligencia artificial (IA) se ha consolidado como una tecnología altamente disruptiva que está transformando significativamente el panorama profesional en el ámbito de la gestión de la información y de la documentación. Teniendo en cuenta este impacto y la necesidad de dar a conocer entre los profesionales estas herramientas, se realiza una revisión general de las plataformas tecnológicas más destacadas basadas en IA, se ofrece una descripción de sus servicios principales y una comparativa con tecnologías similares.

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This paper focuses on how the individual and community perceptions of workers in relation to their workspace, their community, and their work environment are related to their decision to stay in a job or start their own business in the context of Highly Specialized Communities (HSCs) in the garment industry in Mexico. We draw upon Mitchell et al. (2001) theoretical framework, which suggests that there are numerous threads that connect a company to its employees and their family in a social, physical, and financial network that includes friends, community, and environment where they live. Further, an extension to Mitchell and colleagues' construct was designed in order to characterize those workers who develop entrepreneurial capabilities in this particular social context and are more likely to set up their own businesses. The analysis was carried out through an empirical study of a sample of 400 workers in micro and small enterprises (MSEs) in the garment industry. The results show that the relationship with the employer and the sacrifice perceived by the subjects for losing their job are variables that significantly intervene in the decision to remain in their job. At the same time, ties with the community positively and significantly increase the probability of entrepreneurship.

Many countries worldwide benefit from a long tradition of early childhood education, some serving the years from birth to seven or eight years old. Determined to provide out-of-home experiences for children before school start, this costly exercise has led to review of location, staffing, pedagogical approaches, and curriculum, while advocating ‘the best interests of the child’. Curriculum reform has often been used as an educational policy tool. There have been shifts in the roles and responsibilities of early educators and consequently in early childhood practices nationally and internationally. The long Scottish early childhood tradition provides a context in which to consider how an understanding of the child’s curriculum may be a gift to ensure an enlightened early childhood educational policy and curriculum interpretation at the beginning of the twenty-first century. By looking back, we can begin to look forward.

Abstract
The purpose of this study is to provide an appropriate model of human resource management in e-business. In addition, the study of the concept of agility in small and medium-sized electronic businesses and the promotion of agility characteristics through human resource management. The present study is a qualitative research method. This research is based on a multiple case study. The statistical population of this research is small and medium electronic businesses that have between 5 to 250 employees, the sampling method is purposeful and it is one of the seven small and medium electronic businesses. In this study, various data sources such as archival documents, documents, and interviews were used and to analyze the data, a technique called pattern matching and cross-case integration was used. Validity and reliability in this study has been done and confirmed using structural validity, internal validity, external validity and reliability. The general structures and functions of human resource management in this type of business as well as their contribution to eight agility characteristics which are: textual clarity, common goal, appropriate efficiency, flexible organizational structure, continuous learning, independence and responsiveness. As if personal growth and cooperation were analyzed. In addition, three characteristics of workforce agility, which are: activism, adaptability and productivity were also examined. It was concluded that the structures and functions of human resource management in general reveal the characteristics of small and medium-sized businesses. Therefore, this study found that business agility is increasingly growing through human resource management functions. Common goal, good efficiency, continuous learning, collaboration and productivity are the features that are mostly developed through human resource management in small and medium e-businesses.
Introduction
This study combines the specific features of e-business as well as the features of small and medium-sized businesses, resulting in a diverse and highly sophisticated but responsive organization as Small and medium electronics are named. Due to the rapid expansion of the world and the lack of research in this area, this research was limited to this type of business. It is argued that these types of businesses, because of their characteristics, accept agility and operate mainly in a highly competitive environment.
Case study
Small and medium-sized businesses are defined by the European Commission (2016) as having between 5 and 250 employees. Seven online businesses were selected according to the mentioned features.
Materials and Methods
In this study, human resource management was structured in each case study, and in the data collection process, the status of human resource management in relation to business agility in each company was examined. Finally, the findings of each case study were compared with the theoretical framework developed through the pattern matching strategy.
Discussion and Results
Findings show that three of the seven companies surveyed have a separate human resource management department, while the other four companies organize human resource management tasks as additional tasks by one or more employees. The in-house analysis of agility traits is as follows:
- Text resolution: Text resolution is integrated in most of the companies surveyed.
- Common goal: Human resource management activities about the common goal exist in all companies studied.
- Appropriate return: Appropriate return was observed in small and medium e-business due to the limited resources of these companies.
- Flexible organizational structures: Only a small number of companies succeed in flexibility through human resource management activities.
- Continuing Learning: Only four of the seven companies surveyed have formal structures to enhance continuous learning.
- Independence and Accountability: All companies stated that employees have a high level of accountability and independence.
- Personal growth: Personal growth is on the agenda of all the companies studied and all of them have activities to cultivate this principle.
- Collaboration: Most of the studied companies carry out formal human resource management activities to cultivate this feature.
- Activity: Cena has a good ability to measure activity, yet others have said it is difficult to evaluate before someone starts.
- Compatibility: The two companies used formal human resource management activities to cultivate this trait.
- Productivity: All companies provide training to their employees that is possible with company resources.
Conclusion
Human resource management activities in small and medium-sized e-businesses activate agility, as these activities are used in most case studies, due to the small size of the company and their limited resources. It is surprising. Therefore, we conclude that human resource management activities are an important factor in achieving agility in business and these activities should be developed and integrated into the company's culture and daily affairs.

Background: Young women in Kenya experience a higher risk of mistimed and unwanted pregnancy compared to older women. However, contraceptive use among youth remains low. Known barriers to uptake include side effects, access to commodities and partner approval. Methods: To inform a youth focussed behaviour change communication campaign, Population Services Kenya developed a qualitative study to better understand these barriers among young women. The study was carried out in Nyanza, Coast, and Central regions. Within these regions, urban or peri-urban districts were purposively selected based on having contraceptive prevalence rate close to the regional average and having a population with low socioeconomic profiles. In depth interviews were conducted with a sample of sexually active women aged 15-24, both users and non-users, that were drawn from randomly selected households. Results: All the respondents in the study were familiar with modern methods of contraception and most could describe their general mechanisms of action. Condoms were not considered as contraception by many users. Contraception was also associated with promiscuity and straying. Fear of side effects and adverse reactions were a major barrier to use. The biggest fear was that a particular method would cause infertility. Many fears were based on myths and misconceptions. Young women learn about both true side effects and myths from their social networks. Conclusion: Findings from this research confirm that awareness and knowledge of contraception do not necessarily translate to use. The main barriers to modern contraceptive uptake among young women are myths and misconceptions. The findings stress the influence of social network approval on the use of family planning, beyond the individual's beliefs. In such settings, family planning programming should engage with the wider community through mass and peer campaign strategies. As an outcome from this study, Population Services Kenya developed a mass media campaign to address key myths and misconceptions among youth.

Entrepreneurship is an important concept in both developing and developed societies today. Although there is no consensus on the definition of entrepreneurship, it is believed to be a process of creating value by bringing together a unique package of resources to exploit entrepreneurship opportunities (Morris, 2002). This study aims to discover the economic contributions and challenges of immigrant entrepreneurs to their host country, and focuses on African small business owners in Auckland, New Zealand. Literature on immigrant entrepreneurship was reviewed, resulting in a discussion of the economic contributions of immigrant entrepreneurship as well as its challenges. Data was collected using face-to-face, semi-structured interviews, observation and field notes as the sources of inquiry. A purposive sampling technique was used to select 17 participants. All participants were African immigrant small business owners running businesses in Auckland. Thematic analysis was used to analys...

Objectives This study aimed to examine patterns and determinants of modern contraceptive discontinuation among women in Kenya. Methods Secondary analysis was conducted using national representative Kenya Demographic and Health Surveys of 2003, 2008/9, and 2014. These household cross-sectional surveys targeted women of reproductive age from 15 to 49 years who had experienced an episode of modern contraceptive use within five years preceding the surveys from 2003 (n = 2686), 2008/9 (n = 2992), and 2014 (5919). The contraceptive discontinuation rate was defined as the number of episodes discontinued divided by the total number of episodes. Weighted descriptive statistics, multivariable logistic regression analysis, and Cox proportional hazards analysis were used to examine the determinants of contraceptive discontinuation. Results The 12-month contraceptive discontinuation rate for all methods declined from 37.5% in 2003 and 36.7% in 2008/9 to 30.5% in 2014. Consistently across the thr...

Communities everywhere were developed by immigrants who decided to become entrepreneurs. Learning what factors play a role in this decision is no small step in being able to encourage the growth of this practice. This paper looks at how forces inherent in the immigrant's life influence his or her decision to build an opportunity; specifically how a Mexican immigrant's planned length of stay, level of acculturation, and language variety correlates to his or her decision to become a business owner. The results supported the mediating relationship that was predicted between planned length of stay and acculturation in addition to the moderating mediating role that an immigrant's access to a variety of job information sources plays in predicting if an immigrant is a business owner. These findings contribute to research in entrepreneurship which considers the influence of the context on an individual's ability and willingness to engage in entrepreneurial activities.

За матеріалами наукового повідомлення на засіданні Президії НАН України 3 травня 2023 року Доповідь присвячено результатам досліджень, проведених в Інституті проблем міцності імені Г.С. Писаренка НАН України, щодо розроблення методів та засобів визначення і підвищення демпфірувальної здатності композитних елементів конструкцій, вібродіагностики локальних пошкоджень різного типу, а також дослідження впливу порушення циклічної симетрії на вібронапруженість робочих коліс турбомашин.

For the modern man the patriarchal relation of status is by no means the dominant feature of life; but for the women on the other hand, and for the upper-middle class women especially, confined as they are by prescription and by economic circumstances to their "domestic sphere", this relation is the most real and most formative factor of life'. (Veblen 1899, 324 as quoted in Van Staveren and Odebode 2007, 903)

Описано розроблена електрофізична імпульсна високопродуктивна установка екологічно чистої й безвідхідної утилізації бетонних та залізобетонних виробів, висока продуктивність якої (у порівнянні з аналогами) досягнута за рахунок використання імпульсів напруги з наносекундною тривалістю фронту.Electrophysical pulsed highly productive plant for environmentally clean and waste-free salvaging of concrete and ferroconcrete articles has bеen developed and described. High productivity of the plant (compared to analogues) was achieved due to use of voltage pulses with nanosecond front duration

First and foremost, my gratitude is to the Almighty God who has stood by me throughout this programme. He answered my prayers and enabled me overcome all the challenges encountered in the course of this programme. To Him be all the honour and glory. This thesis would not have been completed if it were not for the continuous support I received from my supervisors. I am grateful to them for their patience and understanding throughout this journey. I sincerely thank Professor Francis N. Kibera for his scholarly insights in regard to both conceptual and contextual issues of this study. Professor Justus M. Munyoki was ready with timely and enthusiastic guidance at every stage of this study. Dr Mary W. Kinoti's counsel encouraged and instilled confidence in me. The chairpersons and members of doctoral studies committees I engaged with at different stages offered incisive insights which enriched this study. My colleagues in the PhD Marketing Class of 2008 have constantly offered their support and encouragement. I acknowledge the support received from the staff at the HCDA Head Office and Limuru Station for their support in compiling the population of this study. The Agricultural extension workers in Kiambu, Githunguri, Limuru, Lari and Kikuyu Sub Counties provided expert advice on Fresh Fruits and Vegetable farming in the Sub Counties and also assisted in data collection. I thank them for their cooperation. I thank the data analysts for their professional input to this study. I appreciate the many friends whose emotional and spiritual support made this journey bearable. I offer sincere gratitude to my late mother Charity, my sisters Purity and Josephine, my brothers Stanley, Phares and Njeru for urging me on throughout the course. v TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATION.

Communities everywhere were developed by immigrants who decided to become entrepreneurs. Learning what factors play a role in this decision is no small step in being able to encourage the growth of this practice. This paper looks at how forces inherent in the immigrant's life influence his or her decision to build an opportunity; specifically how a Mexican immigrant's planned length of stay, level of acculturation, and language variety correlates to his or her decision to become a business owner. The results supported the mediating relationship that was predicted between planned length of stay and acculturation in addition to the moderating mediating role that an immigrant's access to a variety of job information sources plays in predicting if an immigrant is a business owner. These findings contribute to research in entrepreneurship which considers the influence of the context on an individual's ability and willingness to engage in entrepreneurial activities.

Introduction: Effects of physical activity on immune functions may largely depend on the type of activity, its intensity and duration. However, little information is available regarding the immunological effects of sporting activities in older ages. The aim of our study was to examine the changes in a wide spectrum of lymphocyte subtypes after a period of regular workout among healthy women of different ages. Methods: In our study, we enrolled 16 elderly women (between ages of 60-75 years) formerly not engaged in regular physical activity, who took part in lightweight conditioning gymnastic exercise program. Eight young athletes and 26 young adults with sedentary lifestyle served as controls. The percentages of peripheral NK, NKT cells, T and B lymphocyte subtypes were determined by flow cytometry based on the staining of extracellular markers and intracellular cytokines. Results: Lymphocyte subgroups did not differ between the groups of young athletes and young adults with sedentar...

Стаття присвячена дослідженню доцільності застосування алюмінієвого профілю для армування виробів з природного каменю. Головною метою цієї роботи є виконання оцінки можливості використання алюмінієвого профілю як матеріалу для армування природного каменю. У статті розглянуто основні переваги алюмінієвого профілю, такі як його легкість, міцність, корозійна стійкість і довговічність. Проаналізовано процес виготовлення та властивості алюмінієвого профілю, а також розглянуто питання доцільності його використання для армування виробів з природного каменю. На основі експериментальних досліджень і порівняльного аналізу було встановлено, що алюмінієвий профіль може ефективно використовуватися для армування виробів з природного каменю. Він забезпечує достатню міцність і стійкість виробів, дозволяючи знизити їх вагу і полегшити процес монтажу. Отримані результати дослідження вказують на потенційну перспективність використання алюмінієвого профілю для армування виробів з природного каменю, про...

The purpose of this paper was to examine the impact of Socio-cultural Business Environment on Entrepreneurial Intention. The paper set out to weigh the influence of Education, Religion and Family background in the making of entrepreneurs. The study was built on related literature review for the purpose of attaining the set objective. The study revealed that the Socio-cultural Business Environment is a very vital factor in Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Intention, especially with regards to breeding new entrepreneurs. Education, Religion and Family background were also found to be instrumental elements in studying the Socio-cultural Business Environment, hence, the reason for positive and significant impact on Entrepreneurial Intention. An empirical study was recommended in order to establish empirical evidence to further consolidate the findings of this work. The findings could be of great benefit to Public Policy makers and firms by explicitly describing how much Socio-cultural Business Environment could be relied upon to help boost supply of entrepreneurs, which would in turn translate into reducing unemployment (especially among the youths) and poverty. Therefore the findings are expected to provide an insight on how Socio-cultural Business Environment can be harnessed to achieve great results in upturning entrepreneurship activities especially among the youths.

Розглянуто  застосування  багатокомпонентного  литого  бетону  із використанням  золи-винесення  (матеріалу  відходів  теплових  станцій)  при проведенні  робіт  з  реконструкції  та  модернізації об'єктів  генерації  та постачання  теплової  енергії,  які  у  складі інженерних  мереж  належать  до критичної  інфраструктури.  Застосування  дослідженого  литого  бетону  (з підвищенням  вмісту  золи-винесення  у  в’яжучому  на  15-20  %  без  зниження  при цьому  міцності  бетонних  зразків)  дозволяє  збільшити  ефективність  його використання для монолітних перекриттів будівель та споруд генерації тепла та мереж теплопостачання при впровадженні сценаріїв теплопостачання у схемах теплопостачання міст враховуючи формування інтегрованих теплових мереж.

SOME HISTORICAL ASPECTS OF GREENING AND BEAUTIFICATION OF KYIV The system of greening of Kyiv has been formed for centuries and constantly transformed in different historical periods. The article considers the main stages of formation of the system of greenery and indicators of providing green areas to residents in different historical periods of formation of the city. The aim of the research was to analyze the evolutionary development of the greenery system and beatification in Kyiv. The authors analyze the archival and historical literature data on the development of various historical and urban stages of Kyiv, including archival documents of the Central State Historical Archive of Ukraine, the State Archives of Kyiv, and reports of the Garden commission of Kyiv. In addition, the article presents a range of plants, which were represented in plantations of general use in different periods of urban planning. The authors study the chronology of the development of greenery system in terms of legislative documents and legally responsible bodies. The first documentary mention of the allocation of state expenditures for beatification of the city dates back to July 15, 1754 and is represented by the Senate Decree on the obligation of the Kyiv magistrate to allocate funds from city revenues for the city of Kyiv. The research has revealed that in 1987 the range of plants in urban landscaping numbered 56 tree species, and in 1997 it approximated 185 species, which is almost 3 times more. We have also determined that for the period from 1970 to 2018 in 1991 the highest indicator of the level of provision of green areas of general purpose of the inhabitants in Kyiv was recorded and amounted to 25 m 2 per 1 inhabitant. Five periods of the development of the system of greenery and beautification of Kyiv have been singled out. Thus, retrospective analysis of the greenery system and beatification of Kyiv will allow landscape industry specialists to form conceptual solutions for urban green spaces, taking into account many years of experience in historical and urban planning solutions to preserve the historic landscape.

This paper is a replication of the Paee and Misieng (2012) comparison of three popular Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) models. This study applies the Paee and Misieng (2012) comparison to a different context of students to determine which is the best fitting FLCAS model for Japanese university students learning English. The findings of this paper, from a confirmatory factor analysis, concur with Paee and Misieng in addition to bringing forth the issue that readymade measurement tools such as the FLCAS, while convenient, need to be examined, tested, and often tweaked for various usage contexts. It is recommended that researchers that wish to utilize the FLCAS as a measurement tool for their students should at a minimum conduct an exploratory factor analysis to determine the best factor scale for their study s context. This paper also highlights the importance that changes to the FLCAS should be supported by statistical analysis and documented accordingly.

Розроблено структуру автоматизованої системи опрацювання параметрів пасажиропотоку громадського транспорту "розумного" міста. Структура базується на використанні одноплатного комп'ютера Raspberry Pi в ролі головного контролера, IP відеокамер, USB фотокамери, GPS і GSM модулів та інших периферійних пристроїв для збору даних про пасажиропотік у транспортному засобі громадського користування та передачі їх на оброблення сервером. Основою структури є клієнт-серверна взаємодія. Представлено покроковий алгоритм, що відображає загальні принципи функціонування системи та етапи опрацювання параметрів пасажиропотоку. На основі розроблених структури та алгоритму функціонування побудовано та досліджено модель автоматизованої системи опрацювання параметрів пасажиропотоку громадського транспорту на основі кольорових мереж Петрі. Модель реалізовано засобами програмного пакету CPN Tools, призначеного для побудови моделей за допомогою розширених класів теорії мереж Петрі. Результати дослідження кольорової мережі Петрі дають змогу стверджувати, що пропоновані структура та алгоритм системи цілком задовольняють технічне завдання. Згідно з проведеним аналізу мережа Петрі є живою, усі стани системи досяжні, а "мертві" переходи та тупики відсутні. Ключові слова: Raspberry Pi; периферійні пристрої; контролер; теорія мереж Петрі; CPN Tools.