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Use of Public-Private Partnership Resources in Construction

Author(s): Aleksander Petrov*, Anna Loseva, Lyubov Melnikova, Olga Antonova
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 201-213
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01460


Abstract This study considers the use of resources in public-private partnerships (PPP) in the construction sector, providing a comprehensive analysis of the complexities and challenges inherent in these collaborations. Based on qualitative research design, the study dwells on the multifaceted nature of PPPs by sourcing data from a range of scientific publications indexed in the […]

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Developmental Effect of Rising Oil Price and Inflation on Economic Performance in the US: Incorporating the Global Economic Crisis

Author(s): Wasiu Babajide Akintunde, Seun Adebanjo*
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 463-474
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01686


Abstract This research provides a distinctive perspective by analyzing the influence of inflation and increasing oil prices on the economic performance of the United States. Additionally, it takes into account other factors, including unemployment, the exchange rate, and manufacturing output, that may have contributed to the global economic crisis. Secondary data from the World Bank’s

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Human Resources Analytics and Performance of Deposit Money Banks

Author(s): KO Ohwojero*, EG Eromafuru, F Orishede, VC Obaro
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 452-462
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01635


Abstract The study examined human resources analytics and performance of selected Deposit Money Banks. The specific objectives of the study are to ascertain the effect of performance management analytics, examine the effect of employee engagement analytics and determine the effect of talent development analytics on the performance of selected Deposit Money Banks in Delta state,

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Application of Language Planning in Jordan

Author(s): Muna Alhaj Saleh Al-Ajrami*
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 439-451
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01629


Abstract This study explores the current linguistic situation in Jordan, focusing on the Arabic language and identifying significant linguistic challenges such as the youth’s declining proficiency, the dominance of English in higher education, and the lack of standardized Arabic in official documents. By analyzing historical and contemporary language planning efforts, including ancient Arabic models and

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Can Artificial Intelligence Dominate and Control Human Beings?

Author(s): Raed Awashreh*, Bremananth Ramachandran
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 427-438
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01569


Abstract This paper delves into the evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its implications for humanity, particularly concerning the potential for AI to dominate and control human beings. Drawing upon a wide array of perspectives from philosophy, ethics, psychology, and technology, this research offers a comprehensive analysis of the intricate dynamics between AI and

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Understanding University Students’ Perceptions and Attitudes towards Low Carbon Initiatives in the Context of Climate Change: A Malaysian Perspective

Author(s): Aiman Muqri Ahmad Shukri, Farah Syazwani Hayrol Aziz*, Mohamad Ismail Masran, Siti Nur Fasihah Harun, Hadzirah Kursiah Mohamed Johar
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 414-426
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01551


Abstract Climate change has a wide range of impacts on various aspects of human life and the environment. The main driver of climate change is caused by increases in greenhouse gases due to anthropogenic activities. Some of those activities that contribute to these issues come from lack of awareness to practice a low-carbon lifestyle. Therefore,

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Moving Beyond CLT: Revisiting the Scopes, Ideologies and Setbacks of Post-Method in Secondary EFL Teaching

Author(s): Mohammad Ehsanul Islam Khan, Nafisa Ahsan Nitu, Ahmed Haroon, Mohammad Ekramul Islam Khan*, Meherun Nessa
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 402-413
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01548


Abstract The present study investigated the feasibility, ideologies and setbacks regarding the efficacy of the transition of English language teaching from communicative language teaching (CLT) approach to post-method pedagogy in secondary level English as a foreign language (EFL) classrooms of Bangladesh depicting the teachers’ insights on the scopes and uses of post-method in EFL teaching.

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The Effect of Regularized Unweighted Least Squares on CFI, TLI, RMSEA and TLI in Structural Equation Modeling

Author(s): Nurul Raudhah Zulkifli*, Nazim Aimran, Sayang Mohd Deni
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 392-401
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01411


Abstract In a confirmatory investigation, researchers are mandated to employ covariance-based structural equation modeling (CB-SEM). A crucial assumption inherent in CB-SEM is the multivariate normality of the data. However, real-world data rarely conforms to a perfectly normal distribution. To address this, unweighted least squares (ULS) is specifically tailored for handling non-normally distributed data in SEM.

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Crude Oil By-Products Price Movements and Standard of Living: Evidence from Nigeria

Author(s): James Ese Ighoroje*, Chiyem Okorie, Kelvin Agbarha Egberi
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 378-391
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01358


Abstract Crude oil deposits have occasioned over-dependence for most Nigerians, forming a single, high-valued commodity as a primary source of earnings exposure. Nevertheless, crude oil product prices are highly volatile. This study analyzed the impact of changes in the prices of crude oil by-products price movements on standard of living in Nigeria from 1989 to

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Unpacking Optimism versus Concern: Tertiary Students’ Multidimensional Views on the Rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Author(s): Victor Chukwubueze Nkedishu*, Vinella Okonta
Volume: 5 Issue: 4 Pages: 362-377
DOI: https://doi.org/10.47857/irjms.2024.05i04.01261


Abstract This paper examined unpacking optimism versus concern: tertiary students’ multidimensional views on the rise of AI. The study was guided by four research questions and hypotheses respectively. Ex-Post-Facto using descriptive survey method was employed in the study. The study population consists of 29,000 undergraduate students of Delta State University, from which a stratified sampling

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