International Journal of Case Studies (ISSN Online 2305-509X)

VOLUME 11, ISSUE 4
IMPACT FACTOR 4.428

1) The Impact of Raising Employee Moral in Reducing Psychological Effects of COVID-19: A Study on Menoufia University Hospitals in Egypt
Author Details: Prof. Dr. Wageeh A. Nafei-University of Sadat City, Menoufia, Egypt
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The objective of the research is to examine the impact of raising Employee Moral (EM) in reducing psychology effects of COVID-19. The research population consists of all employees at Menoufia University hospitals in Egypt. The researcher adopted a sampling method to collect data for the study. The appropriate statistical methods were used to analyze the data and test the hypotheses.The research has reached a number of results, the most important of which are (1) The negative psychological effects of COVID-19 have increased in Egyptian society, such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and General Anxiety Disorders (GAD) among individuals in Egyptian society,  (2) there is a statistically significant relationship between the psychological effects of COVID-19 (OCD) and the JE among employees in the organization. In other words, there is a negative relationship between the study variables, so the more negative psychological effects COVID-19 have, the lower the degree of JE, (3) there is a statistically significant relationship between the psychological effects of COVID-19 (PTSD) and the job link among the organization’s workers. In other words, there is a negative relationship between the study variables, so the more negative psychological effects COVID-19 have, the lower the degree of JE, and (4) there is a statistically significant relationship between the psychological effects of COVID-19 (GAD) and JE among the organization’s workers. In other words, there is a negative relationship between the study variables, so the more negative psychological effects COVID-19 have, the lower the degree of work association. The study referred to a number of recommendations, the most important of which are (1)  the necessity of making strategic alliances in the medical field and the technological field between South Korea and the rest of the world in order to benefit from its experience in the field of confronting COVID-19, (2) the necessity of conducting many research and studies in the field of artificial intelligence as one of the tools that can be used in facing COVID-19, (3) increasing awareness campaigns on COVID-19 and viewing it as a disease like other diseases that require diagnosis and treatment, (4) seeking assistance from specialists in awareness programs and disseminating all information through social media for the purpose of awareness and prevention of infection COVID-19, (5) providing psychological service to COVID-19 patients inside hospitals in a manner that raises their spirits and confronts this virus, (6) the necessity for the Egyptian Ministry of Health to enhance the level of mental health for all members of society by establishing a psychological aid unit and taking over work to reduce the psychological anxiety from COVID-19, (7) spreading positive feelings among enough community members through the media, explaining that COVID-19 will be overcome, and providing the necessary awareness programs to reduce anxiety problems and sleep disorders, (8) researchers and scholars in the field of psychology and mental health conduct research and studies through which counseling and validation programs for community members are published, and (9) expanding the study of psychological immunology, and focusing on the psychological immunity variables in reducing the negative effects of COVID-19.
Keywords: Employee Moral, Psychological Effects of COVID-19
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2) Digital Human Resources in Europe and Some Experienced Suggestions for Vietnamese Interprise
Author’s Details:⁽¹⁾PhD. Ho Ngoc Anh- Ho Chi Minh city Open University⁽²⁾MSc Tran Thanh Hung-Ho Chi Minh City Polytechnic College
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Digital economy and digital transformation are being deployed by most countries and regions in the context of the current industrial revolution 4.0. Therefore, attracting, building and developing digital human resources is a paramount issue of many countries around the world. Digital human resources is an effective form to implement green human resources and will be able to meet the requirements and do better for sustainable economic development. Depending on economic, cultural and social conditions, each country chooses different countermeasures to attract, train and develop this elite group of human resources to serve the digital economy. The article focuses on the experiences of developing digital human resources in Europe, from which some recommendations are drawn for Vietnam.
Keywords: Digital human resource, digital tranformation, Europe
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3) How Movies Affect Movie Tourists’ Activities, Experiences, And Perception In A Destination. A Case Study of Manhattan, New York
Author’s Details: ⁽¹⁾ PhD.Ho Ngoc Anh-Ho Chi Minh City Open University ⁽²⁾BA.Dang Tuan Anh- Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam ⁽³⁾MSc.Doan Trung Thanh, Policy Bank of Vietnam
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For a long time, move tourism has been studies and discussed among studies within tourism fields. Many researchers believed that movies can encourage more visits to a specific destinations. Despite being a “push factor”, movies have been also known for creating false perceptions which leads to miss understanding of a destination’s culture. This can affect long-term development in tourism industry within the location of interest. This paper applied a qualitative research approach in form of semi-structured interview on a group of tourist coming to Manhattan (New York) to create a more in-depth conclusion on how movies affect tourist’s perceptions, experiences, and activities within a destination. In conclusion, the paper found a strong connection between movies and tourists’ activities, experiences and perception within Manhattan borough, yet these elements are different among individuals.
Key Words: tourist’s perceptions; film-based tourism; megacities tourism
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4) Assessment of the Status, Innovation Demand, and Acceptance of Technology and Production Equipment of Cottage Industrial Co-Operations in Vietnam Today
Author’s Details: ⁽¹⁾ Le Tuan An ⁽²⁾ Vu Thi Khac ⁽³⁾ Nguyen Tien Dung ⁽⁴⁾ Nguyen Thi Hoa ⁽⁵⁾Trinh Anh Tuan  ⁽⁶⁾Bui Van Cong ⁽⁷⁾ Nguyen Đuc Hoa
Center for Science, Technology and Environment – Vietnam Cooperative Alliance
Phan Hung Son, Thu Duc city, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Abstract:
The cottage industrial Co-operative (CI Co-op) is an important economic component contributing to job creation, poverty alleviation and hunger eradication, improvement of socio-economic life, and preservation and development of traditional industries and cultures in rural and mountainous areas. In the trend of international economic integration with the important role of the 4.0 industrial revolution, improving the management level and promoting the application of scientific and technological innovation to production is an inevitable direction to ensure the improvement of competitiveness, change in quality to help goods of CI Co-ops overcome technical barriers to enter the world market [1]. This study assesses the current situation, the need for technological innovation, and the receptiveness of CI Co-ops as the basis for formulating, promulgating mechanisms, policies, solutions to support and encourage the promotion of technological innovation. The results show that: The technological status of industrial cooperatives is average and relatively uniform, the level of investment and equipment innovation is still low; the production machinery and equipment are mainly semi-automatic, multi-power, without automation equipment under the fixed program. The leadership level of CI Co-ops is low but the level of determination to invest in innovation and supplement equipment and technology is relatively high, the ability to accept technology is quite flexible and it does not much depend on the support of the state. The biggest impact on the ability of CI Co-ops to receive technology is the lack of capital and production facilities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations [2].
Key words: collective economy, co-operatives, cottage industry, technology needs
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5) A Molecular View of Skeletal Dysplasia
Author’s Details: Dr Allybocus Zubair ^{1 1}MS Obstetrics and Gynecology, Republic of Mauritius
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The skeletal dysplasia forms a large group of hereditary disorders characterized by abnormal growth and malformations of bone and cartilage. The clinical severity ranges from mildly affected short stature to lethal forms.  Clinical examination, biochemical testing and imaging had been used for diagnosis for long.  Emerging molecular investigation has provided a new platform to accurately diagnose skeletal dysplasia. Etiopathogenesis of skeletal dysplasia is better documented now, with rapid accumulation of knowledge concerning defective genes and proteins causing this group of disorders. Mutations responsible for skeletal dysplasia may cause defects in the synthesis of structural proteins and in metabolic pathways, degradation of macromolecules, growth factors and receptors and transcription factors. In this review, we briefly discussed skeletogenesis and pathogenesis of skeletal dysplasia
Key words: skeletogenesis, skeletal dysplasia,
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6) Diagnostic Approach to Skeletal Dysplasia
Author’s Details: Dr Allybocus Zubair ^{1 1}MS Obstetrics and Gynecology, Republic of Mauritius
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The Nosology and Classification of Genetic Skeletal Disorders (2015) is still based on an artificial grouping of more than 370 conditions and is built based on a combination of morphological, pathogenic/ molecular and/ or pure descriptive criteria.  The classification has helped to minimize the spectrum of differential and molecular analysis provided accurate diagnosis(1).  However before reaching molecular investigation, it is crucial to recognize the phenotype clinically and from there we go through the steps of diagnosis.  Ostensibly, as an at- one-go diagnosis is almost impossible even for the skilled physician, a sequence of diagnostic steps is usually followed.
Key words: Diagnostic Approach, Skeletal Dysplasia
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7) Implementation of Policy for the Development of Civil Service Personnel (Pns) Tni at the Commando for the Doctrine of Education and Training (Kodiklatal) Surabaya
Author’s Details: ¹ Desi Eka Armadani S., ² Agus Subianto , ³ Bagyo Suwasono ¹’²’³Master of Public Administration, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences-Hang Tuah University, Surabaya, IndonesiaEmail : desi.armadani@gmail.com , agus.subianto@hangtuah.ac.id, bagiyo.suwasono@hangtuah.ac.id
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This study aims to determine the implementation of the policy for the development of the TNI Civil Servant (PNS) personnel at the Surabaya Education and Training Doctrine Development Command (Kodiklatal). In the organization of the Navy, in addition to using Navy Soldiers, TNI Civil Servants are also assigned to the Navy in a large number of organizations, therefore Civil Servants and Navy Soldiers are an integrated unit together. responsible for the implementation of the main tasks of the Navy.
This study uses a qualitative method. The research subjects consisted of Civil Servants at the Surabaya Education and Training Doctrine Development Command (Kodiklatal). In collecting data, researchers used interview, observation and documentation studies. The data analysis technique uses qualitative analysis which refers to the opinion of Miles and Huberman.
The results showed that the variable carrying capacity of regulations and carrying capacity of non-regulations influenced the implementation of policies for the development of civil servant personnel (PNS) at the Education and Training Doctrine Development Command (Kodiklatal) Surabaya.
In the regulatory carrying capacity variable, there is clarity and consistency of policies as well as the integration of implementing organizations that support the successful implementation of policies for developing Civil Service Personnel (PNS) at the Surabaya Kodiklatal. Meanwhile, in the Non-Regulatory variable, there are attitudes and resources, personnel attention to problems and support for the commitment and ability of implementing officials who support the implementation of the policy of developing Civil Servant (PNS) personnel at the Surabaya Kodiklatal. Factors that support the implementation of these policies are leadership support in efforts to develop civil servant personnel at the Surabaya Kodiklatal. Meanwhile, the factors that hinder the implementation of the policy of developing Civil Servant (PNS) personnel at the Surabaya Kodiklatal are the lack of moral support for personnel development so that the Civil Servants (PNS) at the Kodiklatal work better.
Key words: Policy, Personnel, Development, pendidikan, pelatihan
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8) Organizational Reform of Local Government in Institutional Perspective in the Special Region of Yogyakarta
Author’s Details: ⁽¹⁾Isnaini Muallidin–Student of the Doctoral Program of Public Administration, Faculty of Administrative Sciences-Brawijaya University Malang Email: isnainimuallidin@gmali.com ⁽²⁾Andi Gani–Lecturer of the Doctoral Program of Public Administration, Faculty of Administrative Sciences-Brawijaya University Malang ⁽³⁾Mujibur Rahman Khairul Muluk-Lecturer of the Doctoral Program of Public Administration, Faculty of Administrative Sciences-Brawijaya University Malang ⁽⁴⁾Andi Fifta Wijaya-Lecturer of the Doctoral Program of Public Administration, Faculty of Administrative Sciences-Brawijaya University Malang
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The purpose of this research is to describe and analyze the reform of local government organizations from an institutional perspective in the Yogyakarta Special Region Government. The method in this research uses qualitative methods and data analysis uses spiral analysis techniques. The results show that organizational reform in the institutional perspective of the DIY government has been very effective when viewed in two ways, namely: First, several Regional Organizations have been effective in carrying out government affairs due to the preparation of the organization based on the vision and mission that is passed down in cascading to larger organizations. lean and effective to avoid overlapping of main functions and tasks and develop the organization with a cross approach based on vision (driven by vision) which is mission oriented. Second, the organization of regional apparatus has been adjusted and harmonized with Law no. 13 of 2012 concerning the Privileges of DIY and the Vision and Mission of the 2017-2022 DIY Regional Development based on quality institutions.
Key words: Organizational Reform, Institutional, Special District of Yogyakarta
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9) Attraction of Foreign Direct Investment in Mekong Delta, Vietnam: The Hinder Factors
Author’s Details:  Nguyen Duy Linh Thao[1] Nguyen Minh Hung[2] [1] PhD Candidate, Graduate Academy of Social Sciences.[2] University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City
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Sustainable development is an important goal of countries around the world. For Vietnam in general and the Mekong Delta in particular, in the period of innovation and international integration deepening, the foreign direct investment (FDI) sector has formed and developed strongly since 1986, Vietnam carried out the renovation and especially after Vietnam joined ASEAN in 1995. The Mekong Delta region has its own policy such as Resolution No.120/NQ-CP dated November 17, 2017 of the Government on sustainable development of the Mekong Delta to adapt to climate change. In particular, the Government encourages investment attraction in areas such as infrastructure development, combined with tourism development, prioritizes allocating resources for projects and works with regional linkage, serving the objectives, combine transportation, irrigation, smart use of water resources, limit adverse impacts due to climate change, water-related disasters. However, FDI results in the Mekong Delta are not comparable to other regions. There are many reasons that reduce FDI inflow to the Mekong Delta; it is necessary to research in order to provide reliable scientific arguments to help provinces/cities in this region to overcome and innovation. There may be breakthrough initiatives to attract FDI.
Key words: FDI; the hinder factors; solution; the Mekong Delta.
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10) Teachers’ Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Children Who Stutter
Author’s Details: Shukrije Baruti¹ Miranda Baruti-Sylejmani² ¹Lecturer at Kolegji “Heimerer” – Pristina ²Ss. Cyril and Methodius University – PhD Cand.
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The purpose of this research was to understand the relationship between knowledge about stuttering and attitudes towards students who stutter by primary school teachers in Mitrovica. Sample of this research were lower grade teachers as well as lower middle class teachers in primary schools in Mitrovica. The instrument used for this research was a questionnaire which contained 36 questions, of which 5 of them were related to demographic data, as well as 31 statements on a Likert scale. The questionnaire was distributed electronically to teachers, where they had the opportunity to answer questions. The questionnaires were anonymous and teacher participation was voluntary. Data were analyzed with SPSS-21. The first hypothesis is confirmed by correlation analysis where it is understood that there is a significant positive correlation between knowledge and attitudes towards stuttering: r =, 925 **; p <0.01. The second hypothesis is not substantiated where we understand that there is no significant correlation between the level of education and knowledge and attitudes towards stuttering. The third hypothesis is confirmed by T-test analysis where we understand there is a significant difference between the averages of the groups in knowledge about stuttering. In this case female teachers have higher knowledge about stuttering.
Key words: stuttering, attitudes, knowledge, teacher
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11) An Analysis of the Vocabulary Errors in the Written English of Kenya Secondary School Learners
Author’s Details:¹ Njiiri Joyce –Machakos University² J. N. Ogutu-Moi University
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The significance of vocabulary knowledge to L₂ reading comprehension has long been established, that, having sufficient knowledge of L₂ words meanings and the ability to access that knowledge efficiently is recognized as essential factors in understanding written texts. However, the way Kenyan secondary school learners write, shows that they have inadequate vocabulary knowledge. This study, therefore, seeks to identify, categorize and find the meaning of the vocabulary erroneous answers obtained from reading comprehension assessment scripts of 73 form three learners from two Peri-urban girls’ schools in Kajiado County, Kenya. The study employed a qualitative content analysis method. Reading comprehension erroneous answers that emerged from the present study were from word recognition lower-level sub-components processes. The study found that there were inadequate phonological vocabulary knowledge errors, collocational vocabulary knowledge errors, and semantic vocabulary knowledge errors. Based on the findings, the study recommends that teachers use different word contexts that show; various connotation meanings of words, demonstrate how words transform in different ways, and show relationships between words
Key words: phonological, collocation, semantic, vocabulary errors
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