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People with Blindness – Legal Definition

People with Blindness – Legal Definition

Author(s): Anastasia Kutra / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: educational policy; children; discrimination

The aim of the study is to present the normative framework, educational policy and the realities in the education of blind children in Greek. The educational classification and characteristics of children with blindness in contrast to see children are considered. The study presents basic educational – teaching principles and objectives inclusive education, conditions and factors of integration of blind children and negative and positive results of this as well.

Green public procurement as a driver of sustainable consumption

Green public procurement as a driver of sustainable consumption

Author(s): Orsolya DIÓFÁSI / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: sustainable consumption; sustainable production; green public procurement; ecolabels

Nowadays we hear more and more about climate change, CO2 emissions, environmental protection and sustainability mostly in the media. But what can we do to avoid the consequences? Is it really our problem or a political scandal? These questions should be made clear for everyone since individual commitment is one of the most important requirements on our way to sustainable consumption and sustainable development. In the next chapter the challenges of sustainable consumption will be highlighted and an environmental management tool introduced, that can be a driver of sustainable consumption and production. Green procurement is one of the management tools that is to be used to reach sustainable consumption patterns, further innovation and give a market to eco￾technologies. Green procurement means that procurers take environmental issues into account when buying goods or services. The goal is to reduce the impact of procurement on the environment (CO2 emissions, toxic material, amount of waste etc) and human health. Buying green is the most active and most demonstrative way of environmental protection, and it is a tool that every individual, public authority and private company can use in order to cooperate in environmental protection and tackling climate change.

DEVELOPMENT INTELLIGENT ENVIRONMENT FOR GENERATING AN E-LEARNING LESSONS ABOUT CULTURALHISTORICAL HERITAGE OF BULGARIA

ИНТЕЛИГЕНТНА СРЕДА ЗА ГЕНЕРИРАНЕ НА ЕЛЕКТРОННИ УРОЦИ ЗА КУЛТУРНО-ИСТОРИЧЕСКОТО НАСЛЕДСТВО НА БЪЛГАРИЯ

Author(s): Asya Stoyanova-Doycheva,Mariya Miteva,Nina Stancheva / Language(s): Bulgarian / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: Ontology; CCO standard; e-learning; intelligent agents

This paper presents the general notion for developing an intelligent environment for generating an e-learning lessons about cultural-historical heritage of Bulgaria. The concept represents the idea of lifelong learning and it is part of development of VES. The environment contains an intelligent agent that processes the knowledge base and generates appropriate lessons depending on what the user is looking for. The knowledge base is represented by multiple ontologies which are describing cultural-historical heritage of Bulgaria and are based on CCO standard.

Management of Educational Paradigms within the Framework of Contemporary Educational Strategies

Management of Educational Paradigms within the Framework of Contemporary Educational Strategies

Author(s): Eduard Ionescu,Sebastian Cristian Chirimbu / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: Educational paradigm; educational model; classical educational paradigm; modern educational paradigm; the open class paradigm

Each major pedagogical orientation brings with it a set of certain potential actions, a potential that becomes reality at the level of invariably at the level of educational reality. Assuming a certain pedagogical educational paradigm is thus equivalent to the transposition into practice of a certain type of experimental research and promoting a particular way of conceiving and modeling of human nature. In a world characterized by contradicting realities, by turmoil, fast developing technologies, discussing and deciding on the most appropriate educational paradigms should be a core process in the attempt of conceiving the educational vision and objectives of tomorrow. The present paper aims at discussing the role of educational paradigms within the framework of contemporary educational strategies.

Financing model for climate protection meas-ures on district level

Financing model for climate protection meas-ures on district level

Author(s): Felix KNOPF / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: energy efficiency; district planning; urban development

This project deals with the issue of climate protection and climate adaptation in city districts. In times of decreasing public funds and new frames for the urban planning the aim is to find a solution for energy related renovation and modernization that integrates and combines features like individual ecological awareness, neighborhood management and urban governance. Based on § 171f of the German Town and Country Planning Code (Baugesetzbuch) the project draws the concept of an Climate Improvement District, that includes elements from existing tools in the field of urban planning.

The Role, Importance and Equipment of Nutrition Laboratory in School

The Role, Importance and Equipment of Nutrition Laboratory in School

Author(s): Oana Atomei / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: laboratory; nutrition; nutrition education.

In the Romanian school healthy eating is promoted in optional classes, counseling classes and educational projects. Therefore, it is useful to have a space for nutrition education (preventive nutrition) classes. Nutrition laboratory becomes a place where not only healthy eating is promoted, but also, through creative and fun culinary activities, it provides students the opportunity to learn about proper food preparation, food safety, servings, and correct association of food in menus. Nutrition education classes may take place in any classroom, but if the activities take place in a specially arranged and properly equipped classroom, the impact on students will be higher. Gastronomy laboratory in some technology high schools can form the basis of nutrition laboratory. The improvement consists in a proper classroom arrangement, in addition to special designed space for food preparation (kitchen). Its organization is based on the level of education (primary, secondary) and according to the proposed theme areas: basics of nutrition, food safety etc. Food questionnaires and food diaries, approved height and weight scales, 2000 CDC growth charts, dietary guidelines and food labels, kitchen scales, recipes, menus and diets, tables for recommended number of servings, tables for daily needs of fluids, calories and nutrients, tables for nutrition fact of foods, and lists of educational resources become useful tools in assessing nutritional status and in promoting healthy eating.

The Successful Implementation of a Project with a Medium and Long-Term Socio-Economic Impact on Romania

The Successful Implementation of a Project with a Medium and Long-Term Socio-Economic Impact on Romania

Author(s): Dumitru Nancu / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: managerial project; enemployment rate; EU; management; national strategy; human resources; development

This chapter highlights the stages of a successful project, and its socio-economic impact on medium and long term level on Romania and the EU. The project described aims to reduce the unemployment rate on the level of Bucharest, and implicitly in Romania, and to create, diversify and improve the services provided to institutionalized children. The proposed activities aim to integrate on the labor market both direct beneficiaries of the project (vulnerable unemployed people), but also the social integration of indirect beneficiaries (institutionalized children).

Techniques used in Artificial Intelligence for Selecting Waste by Category for Bio-Processing

Techniques used in Artificial Intelligence for Selecting Waste by Category for Bio-Processing

Author(s): Eugenia Iancu,Aurel Burciu / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: Recognition form; ,waste; artificial intelligence; database; knowledge;

Waste, the inevitable result of human activity is a topical issue due to quantitative growth and diversification; their degradation is a danger to the environment and for the health of the population. The development environments of knowledge - based systems currently existing have interface components with high level, object - oriented programming languages, database management, etc., and some applications of artificial intelligence are developed in languages such as C, Prolog, ADA, etc. In this context, the main components of a system based on knowledge in the selection of waste models are: Creating and administering the database, Database Query, Statistical Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence Applications.Data and knowledge to be stored and processed within a system in the waste domain refer to certain categories that are subject to recycling and aggression of environmental factors. The waste description and experiments in this area generate two categories of data, namely: 1. descriptive data, 2. experimental data. The data that describes the source material of the waste (descriptive data) is predominantly knowledge that will be represented in the database within an evolutionary universal data structure.In this paper are presented a series of theoretical aspects regarding one of the techniques used in artificial intelligence, namely the recognition of forms for selection waste patterns. Form recognition is a technique of artificial intelligence, which has as object classification of a set of objects, processes or events, regardless of their nature. Given a division into classes of known forms, it must be indicated to which class belongs an unknown form. Determination of belonging to a class is done taking into account the similarity of the unknown form to the forms of the class.

Forensic Examination of Soil Samples from the Point of View of Physico-Chemical Expertise

Forensic Examination of Soil Samples from the Point of View of Physico-Chemical Expertise

Author(s): Georgiana Mardare (Balusescu),Nicoleta-Elena Heghes / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: chromatography; forensic expertise; samples; spectrometry; trace soil;

The potential of forensic expertise in the analysis of soil samples has been recognized for a century now, but over the last 20 years, these types of evidence have been much more widely used both as an investigative tool and as evidence in court. Forensic Chemistry is at the crossroads of science with the law, being a discipline apart from its applicability to the judiciary. Samples are obtained from various objects and often contain only very small amounts of chemicals. Most of the time, the sample harvested on the spot is no longer sampled, but it is actually the sample to be analyzed. This is also the condition of aggregation of the sample, the homogeneity of the sample/matrix or the compounds sought. Sometimes, however, even the evidence can be considered chemically homogeneous, and then representative samples (paints, textiles, plastics, etc.) can be sampled. The rest of the materials are heterogeneous (soil, building materials, fire residues, etc.). The extremely rapid evolution of science in recent years has resulted in the development of new, powerful and performing technologies. This evolution and the refinement of analytical tools make it possible at present to perform forensic investigations at the smallest scale of dimensions, with greater sensitivity and with great differentiation intervals. At the same time it is possible to discover unpredictable or previously inaccessible samples.

THE ROMANIAN ARMY’S CONTROL AT THE TIME OF THE WARSAW PACT’S CREATION

THE ROMANIAN ARMY’S CONTROL AT THE TIME OF THE WARSAW PACT’S CREATION

Author(s): Dan-Laurentiu Mocanu / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: the Warsow Pact; soviet counselors; Upper Political Division of the Army, purification.

After World War II, at the initiative of the USSR, a military alliance was organized in the Eastern Communist bloc, in which the USSR took on the primary role of leadership and coordination. The so-called Warsaw Pact constituted, for the "armed forces" of the Romanian People's Republic, the end of the social transformations and the transition from the elitist royal army to the new soviet military establesment, purified and strongly ideologized on the basis of Stalinist principles.

Some Aspects of Crime Scene Investigation

Some Aspects of Crime Scene Investigation

Author(s): Mihnea Andrei Costache / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: circumstances; crime; investigation; perpetrator; traces;

The crime scene investigation represents the procedural and criminalistic tactical activity whose object is the immediate perception of the place where the crime was committed; searching, discovering, revealing, fixing, picking up and examining traces and other means of evidence; specifying their position and status; determining the path taken by the offender (iter criminis), with the purpose of establishing the nature and the circumstances of the commission of the act, as well as the data necessary to identify the perpetrator. The crime scene investigation is the most important place for the criminal investigation, being, most of the times, the starting point of the forensic investigation. It is the richest in traces or data regarding the fact and its perpetrator, so how the entire investigation, search and collection of the traces or material evidence is carried out, as well as the determination of the results of the investigations, will depend on the discovery of the crime and the identification of the perpetrator.

Watching television by younger school children

Watching television by younger school children

Author(s): Mária Vargová / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: television; children;younger school age;

Watching television is a part of life not only for adults but also for children. The article presents theoretical aspect of children’s interest in TV programmes, followed by quantitative research on it. The presented research findings are an analysis of the children’s routine related to watching TV in the home environment.

PRIMARY SCHOOL FOURTH GRADE STUDENTS’ ECOLOGICAL ATTITUDE DIAGNOSTICS

PRIMARY SCHOOL FOURTH GRADE STUDENTS’ ECOLOGICAL ATTITUDE DIAGNOSTICS

Author(s): Vincentas Lamanauskas,Dalia Augienė / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Ecological attitude education in primary school is both important and special. That way fundamental moral values of a young person are formed. Every day increasing ecological problems become much more diverse. It is important to develop a man able to perceive the current ecological situation and able to live in a harmonious interaction with nature. It is sought that ethical, aesthetical, psychological, juridical person’s relationship with nature would become the criterion of culture. The formation of a positive relationship with the surrounding world, the environment remains a very significant element of education in a primary school. It is hopeful that the attitudes with respect to nature formed at this ontogenesis stage will remain for the whole life. In this context, it is very important to appropriately diagnose the current attitude structure and on the basis of diagnostics correspondingly organise the education process. In April 2019 a pilot research was carried out, in which 127 primary school fourth class students took part.It was stated that in the attitude structure of this age children, the aesthetic attitude was prevalent. The last according to the ranking was the ethical attitude. Correspondingly, in the second position was the cognitive, and in the third – the pragmatic one.

Impact of the Covid Pandemic on Management Decisions Regarding the Content of Benefits Packages

Impact of the Covid Pandemic on Management Decisions Regarding the Content of Benefits Packages

Author(s): Oana Horhogea / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: management; benefits; pandemic; tools; team;

The Covid-19 pandemic took us all by surprise, affecting all areas of activity at national and international level. This situation has forced us to change both our private and professional life. Depending on the specificity of the activity carried out by each employee, there were sectors of activity that continued their activity with physical presence, with employees going to work every day, but the vast majority had to adapt to the new conditions of activity. What happened on the labor market in this new situation? There were companies that temporarily suspended their activity and later had to close it, because they could no longer cover expenses during the crisis. There were many cases in which the employees' option was to give up their job, temporarily, with managers being put in a position to find solutions and manage them so as to get over these unwanted events.

Basic Stages of the Crime Scene Investigation

Basic Stages of the Crime Scene Investigation

Author(s): Valentina Avramescu / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: scene; forensic investigation;

In the present paper were analyzed aspects regarding the tactical activity of the crime scene investigation. The purpose is to present, from a procedural point of view, the way of carrying out this activity, the importance of carrying it out, the presentation of the two stages of the research on the spot, including the activities and the way of carrying them out.

Heritage without heirs or when the soul of the houses takes the path of migration. A reflection on the abandoned houses of Bukovina

Heritage without heirs or when the soul of the houses takes the path of migration. A reflection on the abandoned houses of Bukovina

Author(s): Paul-Panfil Ivan / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: Heritage;migration;population;Bukovina;

As part of the European Union the definition of migration has changed: we can no longer talk about immigrants and emigrants across the EU as long as it is a home for all its citizens. We don’t emigrate or immigrate to the EU anymore; we just migrate or travel. Practically we take a walk into a giant and multicultural familiar space.There is no doubt that Romania's presence within the European Union has positively influenced the economic and social development of our country but, in the meantime, the phenomenon of migration has expanded a lot over the last 30 years for Romania, the main reason for leaving being the financial gain that cannot be earned in the home country. Migration has resulted, globally, in the decrease of the population and the loss of a significant volume of labour, including highly qualified.

Contemporary Influence on the Built Cultural Heritage. Case Study Applied in the Villages of Mureș County

Contemporary Influence on the Built Cultural Heritage. Case Study Applied in the Villages of Mureș County

Author(s): Andreea-Oana Enache / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: cultural heritage;tradition;contemporary influences;tourism;

The elements of cultureand local tradition are essential of the collective imaginary, but also of th enational portfolio. The discovery of the cultural heritage through techniques and methods of promotion and integration of some objectives in the tourist circuit, are for the purpose development of tourism and attracting the potential consumers of cultural heritage. The contemporary influence is encountered both in promoting the area, the tourist circuit and the business, as well as in responding to the demands of consumers of built cultural heritage. Thus, in this material, we will analyze the contemporary influences that help the development of the business and the area in which it is carried out, by applying five entrepreneurial models in several villages in Mures County.

Labor and Education in the Penitentiary System - Basic Components of Rehabilitation

Labor and Education in the Penitentiary System - Basic Components of Rehabilitation

Author(s): Dorian CHIRIȚĂ / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: work; education; educational programs in the penitentiary

The main objective that future criminal policies, in terms of the execution of sentences, must pursue more and more is the rehabilitation of detainees. Given the complex nature of the rehabilitation process, it is necessary for penitentiary administrations to use as many elements as possible, acting simultaneously or in a well-established order. This process should thus include several factors, such as: the assessment of their socio-educational needs; attending educational courses, vocational training; mastering the rules of behavior in society; cultural-educational actions of physical education and sports; encouraging and supporting family and community connections; moral education and religious assistance; permanent or temporary actions for recreation. In our opinion, of all these, a very important place is occupied by work and education. These fundamental elements will not only correct the personality of the detainee, but, moreover, will give him a better physical and mental condition, these representing, for the penitentiary administration but also for society, the indicators of a changed man, in which society must have full confidence. This paper provides an overview of these two processes, work and education, of persons deprived of their liberty, and emphasizes their importance, both for the detainee and for society as a whole.

Highly Skilled Syrian Refugees Moving to the West: 5 Case Studies

Highly Skilled Syrian Refugees Moving to the West: 5 Case Studies

Author(s): Duaa Al-Namas / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: Highly Skilled Syrian Refugees; Moving to the West; Case Studies;

Syria and Syrians have been going under a non-ending conflict for the last decade, which led to the displacement internally and internationally of more than 13 million individuals, between adults and children, -not to mention those killed-. Some of whom have lost their homes, families, jobs, and all aspects of life including dreams, causing the fleeing of about 6 million Syrians to neighbouring countries, looking for safety and shelter for themselves and their children. That in return had its impact on the host countries, and inhabitants. However, the life of Syrian refugees themselves, their education, their jobs and their future plans, has faced dramatic changes and challenges till they have settled in some countries. Challenges and forces has pushed some of them to make a second move to Europe.

The Effects Brought by the SARS-CoV-2 Virus over the Civil Law Reports in Romania

The Effects Brought by the SARS-CoV-2 Virus over the Civil Law Reports in Romania

Author(s): Cristian Dan / Language(s): English / Publication Year: 0

Keywords: pandemic; civil law; legal;restrictions;

The birth and spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus has exerted an influence over social and professional areas. Many domains of activity had to be restrained and suspended, due to the measure represented by the social distancing, implemented for the safety and protection of the citizens. In this manner, numerous social relationships were reduced, other being postponed for an unknown period. Also, the hold posted on the courts processes made the closing of some civil cases rather impossible. The right to property suffered modifications, composed by the restrictions placed on it. As an example, we can bring into evidence the option to transmit a property from one person to another, which could not be done in the last months at full capacity. The presidential decree emitted in Romania, in the first part of the pandemic, with the purpose of instating the state of emergency, has brought consequences over the civil law reports. The current paperwork will analyze the effects of the state of emergency over the civil part of the law. Next, the article will explore the alternatives used by the subjects of the law to complete the civil processes in the conditions provided. The conclusions will clarify the information in order to provide a better understanding of the consequences resulted from the tackling with this disease.