Abstract Only within the last decade, the works of Uruguay an Engineer Eladio Dieste (1917-2000) have been gaining international academic dissemination, one of whose main contributions in the realm of formal-structural conception within architecture and civil engineering reside in the iterative development of the structural typology of the gaussian vault shells in reinforced brickwork. However, there is not an established definition for this typology’s architectural geometry. Also, there is hardly any evidence of how such shells were designed. Therefore, the main objective, of this paper is to demonstrate the underlying geometric relationships in the discontinuous gaussian vault shells designed and built by Eladio Dieste in reinforced brickwork, the dominant typological variation within the object of study. This analysis was carried out by means of the parametric modeling and the polynomial regression of selected case studies from the primary sources, since such computational tools allow for the proper geometrical management of formally complex geometries. The expected contributions of this study reside in the deepening of the understanding of the relationship between the design process and the geometry of the object of study, as well as the understanding of the geometrical conformation of the structural typology conceived by Eladio Dieste. decade 19172000 1917 2000 (1917-2000 dissemination formalstructural formal brickwork However typologys s Also Therefore objective sources geometries 1917200 191 200 (1917-200 191720 19 20 (1917-20 19172 1 2 (1917-2 (1917- (1917 (191 (19 (1 (

Resumo Apenas na última década, a obra do engenheiro Uruguaio Eladio Dieste (1917-2000) vem ganhando disseminação acadêmica internacional, sendo que uma de suas principais contribuições para a concepção formal-estrutural na arquitetura e engenharia civil foi o desenvolvimento iterativo da tipologia estrutural das abóbadas gaussianas, cascas de dupla-curvatura estruturadas em cerâmica armada. Entretanto, não há registros de uma definição estabelecida para a geometria arquitetônica destas tipologias estruturais. Tampouco existem evidências concretas acerca da concepção e desenvolvimento projetual destas estruturas. Por conseguinte, o objetivo deste artigo é evidenciar as relações geométricas subjacentes nas abóbadas guassianas descontínuas projetadas e construídas por Eladio Dieste em cerâmica armada, a variação dominante desta tipologia estrutural. Esta análise foi conduzida através da modelagem paramétrica e da regressão polinomial de estudos de caso selecionados a partir de fontes primárias originais, justamente por estas ferramentas computacionais permitirem o correto manejo de geometrias tidas como formalmente complexas. A contribuição esperada para esta pesquisa reside em aprofundar o entendimento entre a relação do processo de projeto e a geometria resultante no objeto de estudo, assim como o entendimento da conformação geométrica desta tipologia estrutural desenvolvida por Eladio Dieste. década 19172000 1917 2000 (1917-2000 internacional formalestrutural formal gaussianas duplacurvatura dupla curvatura armada Entretanto estruturais estruturas conseguinte originais complexas estudo 1917200 191 200 (1917-200 191720 19 20 (1917-20 19172 1 2 (1917-2 (1917- (1917 (191 (19 (1 (

Abstract Construction projects are highly complex systems that recurrently present discrepancies between work-as-imagined and work-as-done. Digital technologies, such as photogrammetry using UAVs (drones), are promising support tools to cope with this problem. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the procedures for developing and assessing the quality of a 3D model generated through photogrammetry from images captured by a drone, comparing it to the as-designed BIM model. Thus, a case study was carried out in a residential low-income housing construction project in Camaçari, Brazil. Compared to the as-designed BIM 3D model, the photogrammetric model presented an average dimensional deviation of -1.68%. The model also presented issues such as occlusions and deformations. The study highlights that both this deviation and the quality of the photogrammetric model can be significantly influenced by the data collection method (e.g., quantity and resolution of photos). The study's primary contribution lies in presenting the potential of UAV usage for image capture in photogrammetry model generation. workasimagined work imagined workasdone. workasdone done. done work-as-done technologies drones, drones , (drones) problem Therefore D drone asdesigned designed Thus lowincome low income Camaçari Brazil 1.68%. 168 1 68 -1.68% deformations e.g., eg e g (e.g. photos. photos . photos) studys s generation (drones 1.68% 16 6 -1.68 e.g. (e.g 1.68 -1.6 e.g 1.6 -1. 1. -1 -

Resumo Projetos de construção são sistemas altamente complexos que apresentam recorrentemente discrepâncias entre o trabalho planejado e o trabalho realizado. Tecnologias digitais, como a fotogrametria com VANTs (drones), são ferramentas de suporte promissoras nesse contexto. Assim, este estudo tem como objetivo avaliar os procedimentos de desenvolvimento e qualidade de um modelo 3D gerado por fotogrametria através de imagens capturadas por drone, comparando-o ao modelo as-designed BIM. Para isso, realizou-se um estudo de caso em uma habitação de interesse social localizada em Camaçari-BA. Comparado ao modelo BIM projetado, o modelo fotogramétrico apresentou um desvio dimensional médio de -1,68%. O modelo também apresentou inconsistências como oclusões e deformações. O estudo mostra que tanto esse desvio como a qualidade do modelo fotogramétrico obtido podem ser consideravelmente influenciados pela forma de coleta dos dados (ex. baixa quantidade e resolução das fotos). A principal contribuição do estudo é apresentar o potencial do uso do VANT para captura de imagens para geração de um modelo de fotogrametria. realizado digitais drones, drones , (drones) contexto Assim D drone comparandoo comparando asdesigned as designed isso realizouse realizou se CamaçariBA. CamaçariBA Camaçari BA. BA Camaçari-BA projetado 1,68%. 168 1 68 -1,68% deformações ex. ex (ex fotos. fotos . fotos) (drones 1,68% 16 6 -1,68 1,68 -1,6 1,6 -1, 1, -1 -

Abstract In this article, the business diagnosis is addressed through a case study focused on Bioeko. The problem context is centered on the need to understand the factors affecting the achievement of an organization's strategic objectives. The aim of the article is to conduct a comprehensive analysis of Bioeko, using an organizational diagnostic tool. The methodology adopted was based on a descriptive and inductive approach backed by a qualitative analysis. An organizational diagnostic tool was developed in Excel that allows the assessment of the organization in five key areas: strategy, finance, marketing, operations, and human resource management. This tool is complemented with specific automatic questionnaires and is based on various dimensions of analysis to evaluate and improve key areas of the company, including the current situation, forecasts, general diagnosis, and results. The study revealed that, despite having strengths in human capital management, Bioeko needs to improve its coordination, marketing, and financial administration to boost its competitiveness. In conclusion, it is argued that the implementation of diagnostic tools will drive continuous improvements in SMEs, promoting innovation and learning through a collaborative working environment. These efforts are fundamental for the growth and sustainable success of small and medium-sized enterprises.

Resumen En este artículo, se aborda el diagnóstico empresarial a través de un estudio de caso centrado en Bioeko. El contexto del problema se centra en la necesidad de comprender los factores que afectan al logro de los objetivos estratégicos de una organización. El objetivo del artículo es realizar un análisis exhaustivo de Bioeko, utilizando una herramienta de diagnóstico organizacional. La metodología adoptada se basó en un enfoque descriptivo e inductivo respaldado por un análisis cualitativo. Se desarrolló una herramienta de diagnóstico organizacional en Excel que permite evaluar la organización en cinco áreas clave: estrategia, finanzas, marketing, operaciones y gestión de recursos humanos. Esta herramienta se complementa con cuestionarios específicos automáticos y se basa en diversas dimensiones de análisis para evaluar y mejorar áreas clave de la empresa, incluyendo la situación actual, previsiones, diagnóstico general y resultados. El estudio reveló que, a pesar de contar con fortalezas en la gestión del capital humano, Bioeko necesita mejorar su coordinación, marketing y administración financiera para impulsar su competitividad. En conclusión, se sostiene que la implementación de herramientas de diagnóstico impulsará mejoras constantes en las Mipymes, fomentando la innovación y el aprendizaje a través de un entorno laboral colaborativo. Estos esfuerzos son fundamentales para el crecimiento y el éxito sostenible de las pequeñas y medianas empresas.

Abstract Considering the changes and uncertainties of the current environment that affect management in organizations, the use of qualitative methods in business research facilitates the study of organizational phenomena from a different perspective while acknowledging their complexity. The objective of this special issue is to offer greater exposure to empirical studies that thoroughly employ qualitative methods to solving business and management problems. We have attempted to showcase how diverse qualitative methodologies, from classic case-based strategies to more novel ones such as action research, provide new visions for approaching the study of organizational realities. Also, we have briefly reflected on the application of new tools as visual techniques or AI to business and management research. Therefore, this special issue offers five papers that, from different methodological perspectives and content, seek to contribute to this objective. We hope that this special issue represents a significant advancement in the visibility and appreciation of qualitative methods within the field of business and management research.

Resumen Considerando los cambios e incertidumbres del entorno actual que afectan a la dirección de las organizaciones, la utilización de métodos cualitativos en la investigación relacionada con la empresa permite estudiar este fenómeno desde una perspectiva diferente y en toda su complejidad. En este sentido, el objetivo de este número especial ha sido ofrecer una mayor exposición de los estudios empíricos que emplean con profundidad los métodos cualitativos para resolver problemas de investigación en el campo de los negocios y la dirección de empresas. Hemos tratado de mostrar cómo diversas metodologías cualitativas, desde estrategias clásicas como los estudios de casos hasta más novedosas como la investigación acción, aportan nuevas visiones sobre cómo abordar el estudio de realidades organizativas. También, hemos hecho una breve reflexión sobre la aplicación de nuevas herramientas como las técnicas visuales o la IA a la investigación en el área de los negocios y la dirección de la empresa. Así, este número especial ofrece cinco artículos que, desde diferentes perspectivas metodológicas y contenidos, tratan de contribuir a este objetivo. Esperamos que este número especial represente un avance significativo en la visibilidad y valoración de los métodos cualitativos dentro del campo de la investigación de los negocios y la dirección de la empresa.

Abstract The study will focus on diagnosing the problem of students in the Bachelor of Intercultural Bilingual Education at the Bolívar State University struggling with the use of collaborative tools. The study will take place between October 2023 and February 2024. It is crucial to bridge the digital divide and foster digital inclusion in multicultural and bilingual settings through the use of collaborative tools and interactive methodologies in the learning process. This will enable the implementation of educational strategies based on Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). The study was conducted using a quantitative approach, with a validated survey using a Likert scale to gather data on students' perceptions of ICT, collaborative tools and interactive methodologies. Additionally, the bibliographic review employed the analytical synthesis method. The data was processed using IBM SPSS 25.0 to analyse student satisfaction with the interactive methodologies and collaborative tools employed in the educational process. The results demonstrated a predominantly positive perception of these methodologies and tools, as well as their perceived utility and effectiveness by the respondents. This will enable the development of new innovative learning strategies for diverse intercultural and bilingual environments.

Resumen El estudio se enfoca en diagnosticar la problemática relacionada con el manejo de herramientas colaborativas por parte de los estudiantes de la carrera de Educación Intercultural Bilingüe en la Universidad Estatal de Bolívar, durante el periodo de octubre de 2023 a febrero de 2024. Se destaca la importancia de cerrar la brecha digital y fomentar la inclusión digital en entornos interculturales y bilingües mediante el uso de herramientas colaborativas y metodologías interactivas en el proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje, con el fin de implementar estrategias educativas basadas en Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación (TIC). El estudio se realizó utilizando un enfoque cuantitativo, utilizando una encuesta validada por un experto con escala Likert para recopilar datos sobre la percepción de los estudiantes hacia las TIC, herramientas colaborativas y metodologías interactivas. Además, se empleó el método de análisis-síntesis en la revisión bibliográfica. Los datos recopilados fueron procesados a través de IBM SPSS 25.0 para analizar la satisfacción de los estudiantes con las metodologías interactivas y las herramientas colaborativas utilizadas en el proceso educativo. Los resultados revelaron una percepción mayoritariamente positiva hacia estas metodologías y herramientas, así como su utilidad y efectividad percibida por los encuestados, lo que nos permitirá construir nuevas estrategias innovadoras de aprendizaje para entornos interculturales y bilingües diversos.

Resumen (Objetivo) Este trabajo tiene como objetivo indagar los significados sobre conjetura en estudiantes de la escuela secundaria, poniendo de manifiesto algunas disparidades entre estos significados personales y el que adquiere en la institución matemática. (Metodología) La metodología utilizada es de tipo cualitativo. Se efectúa un estudio de casos, a fin de profundizar los significados personales de conjetura en estudiantes del ciclo orientado de escuelas secundarias de la ciudad de Río Cuarto, Argentina (15-16 años). Para ello, se analizan los sistemas de prácticas que ponen a funcionar un grupo de estudiantes ante tres problemas que involucran la elaboración, contrastación, reformulación o validación de conjeturas, incluyendo entrevistas realizadas a ellos mismos. Estos análisis se llevan a cabo utilizando herramientas del enfoque ontosemiótico, con el cual se determinan configuraciones de objetos primarios y procesos cognitivos en estas prácticas personales. (Resultados) Se logran identificar conflictos semióticos en dichas prácticas, particularmente, disparidades entre significados personales de conjetura y el significado pretendido desde la institución matemática, hecho que pone en evidencia, a través de indicadores empíricos, el valor epistémico otorgado por los estudiantes a las proposiciones emergentes de sus prácticas argumentativas. Esto obstaculiza la posibilidad de dudar sobre el alcance general de sus afirmaciones y la necesidad de plantear otro tipo de argumentación, tal como se pretende desde la institución matemática. (Conclusiones) Esta investigación revela la importancia de desvelar la complejidad ontosemiótica de las prácticas personales relacionadas con la formulación y validación de conjeturas y de poner al descubierto los conflictos semióticos cognitivos vinculados a dichos significados personales.

Resumo (Objetivo) Este trabalho tem como objetivo investigar os significados de conjectura em alunos do ensino médio, revelando algumas disparidades entre esses significa dos pessoais e os adquiridos na instituição matemática. (Metodologia) A metodologia utilizada é qualitativa. Realiza-se um estudo de caso, a fim de aprofundar os significados pessoais da conjectura em alunos do ciclo orientado de escolas secundárias da cidade de Río Cuarto, Argentina (15-16 anos). Para isso, são analisados os sistemas de práticas que um grupo de alunos põe em funcionamento perante três problemas que envolvem a elaboração, a contraposição, a reformulação ou a validação de conjecturas, incluindo entrevistas realizadas com eles próprios. Essas análises são realizadas por meio de ferramentas da abordagem ontossemiótica, com as quais são determinadas configurações de objetos primários e processos cognitivos nessas práticas pessoais. (Resultados) É possível identificar conflitos semióticos nessas práticas, particularmente, disparidades entre os significados pessoais da conjectura e o significado pretendido da instituição matemática, fato que mostra, por meio de indicadores empíricos, o valor epistêmico atribuído pelos alunos às proposições emergentes de suas práticas argumentativas. Isso dificulta a possibilidade de duvidar do alcance geral de suas afirmações e a necessidade de propor outro tipo de argumento, como pretende a instituição matemática. (Conclusões) Esta investigação revela a importância de revelar a complexidade ontossemiótica das práticas pessoais relacionadas com a formulação e validação de conjecturas e de expor os conflitos semióticos cognitivos ligados a esses significados pessoais.

Abstract (Objective) This paper discusses an investigation of the meaning of “conjecture” for secondary school students, and disparities between personal meanings and those acquired in a mathematical institution. (Methodology) The methodology used is qualitative . A case study was carried out to improve understanding of the personal meanings of conjecture to students in the initial years of secondary education in the city of Río Cuarto, Argentina (15-16 years old). The responses of a group of students to assignments including three problems that involve the creation, contrasting, reformulation and/or validation of conjectures were analyzed, including interviews with the students. These analyses were carried out using tools from the ontosemiotic approach, determining configurations of primary objects and cognitive processes in the students’ personal practices. (Results) It was possible to identify semiotic conflicts in these practices, particularly disparities between personal meanings of the concept of conjecture and the meaning intended to be imparted by the mathematical institution, providing empirical indicators of the epistemic value given by students to emerging propositions in their argumentation. This made it less like ly that students would learn to doubt the scope of their initial statements and recognize the need to propose another type of argument, as was intended by the mathematical institution. (Conclusions) The results of this investigation showed the importance of revealing the ontosemiotic complexity of personal practices related to the formulation and validation of conjectures, and revealing the cognitive semiotic conflicts linked to personal meanings.

Abstract Who was Catherine de’ Medici in Europe before she became Queen dowager? How did she think her place inside the princes’ society, considering she came from a branch that had been removed from power in Florence? This paper studies the Florentine diplomacy of the dauphine, from 1533 to 1547. It analyses as much its stakes as its tools and juridical foundations. It shows how heirs’ diplomacy, in this precise case study, roots within the margins of international law, onto domestic human resources, which gives the dauphine and her husband, future Henry II, the ability to forge their own political space, in the court of France, but also besides the kingdom’s limits. Founded on an important reconstruction of Catherine’s correspondence with her cousin, Cosimo I de’ Medici, duke of Florence (1537-1574), this study travels through Early modern diplomacy’s meanders, within private archives, chancery registers and diplomatic correspondences, shedding light upon the flexibility that Isabella Lazzarini theorised.

Résumé Quelle est la place diplomatique de Catherine de Médicis avant de devenir reine, puis reine mère? Alors qu’elle n’est que princesse héritière et que la branche des Médicis dont elle est issue n’est plus au pouvoir à Florence, comment pense-t-elle sa place au sein de la société des princes? Cet article étudie la diplomatie florentine de la dauphine, de 1533 à 1547, afin d’en comprendre les objectifs, mais aussi et surtout les outils et les fondements juridiques. Il s’agit de montrer que la diplomatie des héritiers, dans ce cas précis, s’ancre dans des réalités aux marges du droit international, fondées sur l’usage des domestiques de la maison delphinale, afin de permettre à la dauphine, et, par extension, son mari, futur Henri II, d’asseoir leur existence au sein de la société des princes européens et de se forger une place à la cour de France. Fondé sur la reconstitution de la correspondance de Catherine de Médicis avec son cousin, Côme Ier de Médicis, duc de Florence (1537-1574), cette étude traverse les méandres de la diplomatie de la fin du Moyen Âge, à travers fonds privés, registres de chancellerie et correspondances diplomatiques, dans la lignée d’une historiographie récente qui voit en la diplomatie une “activité politique flexible” (Isabella Lazzarini).

INTRODUCCIÓN: en la Teoría del Aprendizaje Significativo, los conceptos tienen jerarquía con diferenciación progresiva, y las conexiones cruzadas entre ellos pueden llevar a una visión creativa. El mapeo conceptual-MC utiliza conceptos interconectados por líneas con significado, se aplica en varios niveles educativos y converge con metodologías activas. OBJETIVO: utilizar el MC para consolidar conceptos integrados de Salud Pública y Epidemiología en la educación superior. MÉTODO: Relato de experiencia de la transcripción, y su uso en clase, de un gran volumen textual con el software Cmap Tools, evaluado según las reglas de Novak. RESULTADOS: 175 páginas del libro O Mapa Fantasma fueron resumidas en un MC tamaño A4, sin pérdida de contenido esencial, guiando el discurso del docente y permitiendo la revisión estudiantil, incluso con recursos de hipertexto. El MC siguió las 4 reglas de Novak, con claridad organizativa y estética. DISCUSIÓN: el MC es una construcción tanto objetiva como subjetiva, con capacidad de análisis y síntesis, que elicita conceptos y sus interrelaciones de manera jerarquizada, desvelando conocimientos de forma agradable y creativa. CONCLUSIÓN: MC es una metodología activa de aprendizaje para ser fomentada en todos los espacios educativos.

INTRODUCTION: in the Meaningful Learning Theory, concepts have hierarchy with progressive differentiation, and cross-links among them can lead to creative vision. Concept mapping (CM) uses concepts interconnected by lines with meaning, being applied at various educational levels and converges with active learning methodologies. OBJECTIVE: to use CM in the consolidation of integrated concepts of Public Health and Epidemiology in undergraduate education. METHOD: case report on the transcription – and its use in class – of a large textual volume with the Cmap Tools software, evaluated according to Novak's rules. RESULTS: 175 pages of the book The Ghost Map were summarized in an A4 size CM, without loss of essential content, guiding the instructor's discourse and allowing student review, including hypertext resources. The CM followed Novak's 4 rules, with organizational and aesthetic clarity. DISCUSSION: CM is both an objective and subjective construction, with the power of analysis and synthesis that elicits concepts and their interrelationships in a hierarchical and organized manner, unveiling knowledge in an enjoyable, creative, and aesthetic way. CONCLUSION: CM is an active learning methodology that may be applied and encouraged in all teaching-learning spaces.

INTRODUÇÃO: na Teoria da Aprendizagem Significativa, conceitos possuem hierarquia com diferenciação progressiva e ligações cruzadas entre eles podem levar a visão criativa. O mapeamento conceitual (MC) usa conceitos interligados por linhas com significado, é aplicado nos vários níveis de ensino e possui convergência com metodologias ativas. OBJETIVO: usar MC na consolidação de conceitos integrados de Saúde Pública e de Epidemiologia na graduação. MÉTODO: relato de experiência da transcrição – e seu uso em aula - de um grande volume textual com o software Cmap Tools, com avaliação pelas regras novakianas. RESULTADOS: 175 páginas do livro O Mapa Fantasma foram resumidas num MC tamanho A4, sem perda de conteúdo essencial, que guiou o discurso docente e permitiu a revisão discente, inclusive com recursos de hipertexto. O MC seguiu as 4 regras de Novak, com clareza organizativa e estética. DISCUSSÃO: o MC é uma construção tanto objetiva quanto subjetiva, com poder de análise e síntese, que elicita conceitos e suas inter-relações de forma hierarquizada e organizada e desvela conhecimentos de forma agradável, criativa e estética. CONCLUSÃO: MC é uma metodologia ativa de aprendizagem que deve ser aplicada e incentivada em todos os espaços de ensino-aprendizagem.

SUMMARY: The assessment of methodological quality (MQ) in biomedical research is an area that has undergone dynamic development in the last 20 years on a global scale. MQ can be defined as a multidimensional and complex construct composed of items and domains. Different research groups have proposed tools for its assessment, among which our team is included with the development of the MInCir scales. Over the years, we have developed and validated scales to assess MQ in treatment or therapeutic procedure studies (MInCir-T), in diagnostic studies (MInCir-Dg), and prognosis studies (MInCir-Pr in its two versions, MInCir-Pr1 and MInCir-Pr2). However, as is the case with any measurement instrument, it is crucial to specify in a detailed and precise manner how it is applied, aiming to standardize measurements and minimize information biases. A detailed description is provided for the 4 domains and 8 items comprising the MInCir-Pr2 scale, specifying for each of them the characteristics to be assessed and scored in primary prognosis articles. The scale total score ranges from 7 to 60 points, with a cutoff point of 33 points (dichotomous) to define the MQ construct. This cutoff point allows classification into either adequate or high MQ (when the evaluated article receives a score of 33 points or higher), and inadequate or low MQ if the score is 32 points or less. The aim of this article was to elucidate and clarify the application of the MInCir-Pr2 scale for MQ in prognosis studies, through a guide intended to standardize MQ measurements using the MInCir-Pr2 scale, with the goal of enhance both intra- and inter- observer reliability.

RESUMEN: La evaluación de la calidad metodológica (CM) en la investigación biomédica es un área que ha sufrido un desarrollo dinámico en los últimos 20 años a nivel global. CM se puede definir como un constructo multidimensional y complejo compuesto por ítems y dominios. Distintos grupos de investigación han propuesto herramientas para su valoración, entre los cuales se encuentra nuestro equipo con el desarrollo de las escalas MInCir. Con el paso de los años, hemos diseñado y validado escalas para valorar CM de estudios de tratamiento o procedimientos terapéuticos (MInCir-T), diagnóstico (MInCir-Dg) y pronóstico (MInCir-Pr en sus dos versiones, MInCir- Pr1 y MInCir-Pr2). Sin embargo, como ocurre con cualquier instrumento de medición, es fundamental especificar de forma detallada y precisa la forma en que se aplica, de forma tal de poder estandarizar las mediciones y reducir los sesgos de información. Se presenta una descripción pormenorizada de los 4 dominios y 8 ítems que componen la escala MInCir-Pr2, precisando para cada uno de ellos las características a valorar y puntuar en los artículos primarios de pronóstico, con una sumatoria que puede dar una puntuación total entre 7 y 60 puntos, con un punto de corte para definir el constructo CM de 33 puntos (dicotómico), que permite clasificar como CM adecuada o alta, cuando el artículo evaluado recibe una puntuación de 33 o más puntos; y CM inadecuada o baja, si la puntuación es de 32 puntos o menos. El objetivo de este artículo fue exponer y aclarar la aplicación de la escala MInCir-Pr2 de CM para estudios de pronóstico, mediante una guía que pretende estandarizar las mediciones, para optimizar la confiabilidad intra e inter observador.

Abstract This paper presents the results of investigations in the archaeological locality Huaycondo located in the south of Punilla, Córdoba province, Argentina. The field research consisted of prospecting, test pits, and systematic excavations (using Harris matrix). The pottery and lithic material record recovered in one of the sectors, HUAY 2, was techno-morphologically approached and in the case of the ceramics also was stylistically analyzed. The results indicate that HUAY 1 was a roofed space based on the finding of holes that are linked to the placement of poles and a level of sediment compaction. In HUAY 2, activities like knapping, use, and discarding of lithic tools, manufacturing and consumption of pottery vessels and other objects made of clay associated with a level of sediment compaction were carried out. A defined compaction level was not identified in HUAY 3 therefore, the work would have to continue. In the three sectors of the site, radiocarbon dates belong to human occupations from the final late Holocene (ca. 1000-360 BP) were obtained. These domestic spaces, linked to various tasks of manufacturing, processing, consumption, use and disposal of ceramic, lithic, fauna and plant products, constitute forms of social reproduction with local and extra-regional community ties.

Resumen Este trabajo presenta los resultados de investigaciones en la localidad arqueológica Huaycondo, ubicada en el sur de Punilla, provincia de Córdoba, Argentina. La metodología de campo consistió en prospecciones, sondeos y excavaciones sistemáticas (mediante matriz de Harris). El registro material cerámico y lítico recuperado en uno de los sectores, HUAY 2, fue abordado tecno morfológicamente y para el caso de la cerámica, también se analizó estilísticamente. Los resultados indican que el sector 1 (HUAY 1) fue un espacio techado, a partir del hallazgo de orificios que se vinculan con la colocación de postes y un nivel de compactación del sedimento. En el sector 2 (HUAY 2), se llevaron a cabo actividades de talla, uso y descarte de instrumentos líticos, y de manufactura y consumo de recipientes cerámicos y otros objetos producidos en arcilla, asociados a un nivel de compactación del sedimento. En el sector 3 (HUAY 3) no se identificó un nivel de compactación definido, por lo que habría que continuar los trabajos. En los tres sectores del sitio se obtuvieron fechados radiocarbónicos pertenecientes a ocupaciones humanas del Holoceno tardío final (ca. 1000-360 AP). Estos espacios domésticos, vinculados a diversas tareas de manufactura, procesamiento, consumo, uso y descarte de productos cerámicos, líticos, faunísticos y vegetales, constituyen formas de reproducción social con vínculos comunitarios locales y extra-regionales.

ABSTRACT. Using geotechnologies has become fundamental for planning the sustainable expansion of agricultural activities, especially fish farming. The objective of this work was to map and carry out the morphological characterization of the hydrographic micro-basins and their physical aspects, such as slope, altimetry, and land use and occupation, and also to quantify and locate the existing excavated ponds in the municipality of Pato Bragado, in Paraná State. Geotechnology tools and images generated by the free software QGIS and Google Earth were used to create maps of the excavated ponds' physical aspects, quantification, classification, and location. The predominant slope in the municipality is gently undulating, and soy plantation uses 42.99% of the municipality's entire area. The mapping located 190 excavated ponds. Depth measurement was not carried out, but rather mapping concerning water depths representing a total area of 47.86 ha of water blade and nine micro-basins within the municipality of Pato Bragado, with only the Arroio Fundo micro-basin covering 47.37% of all existing excavated ponds. The morphometric indicators concluded that the micro-basins present a minimum risk of flooding, which is ideal for use in fish farming. Making the results of this work available to public managers and fish farmers aims to demonstrate the importance of using geotechnologies for sustainable planning to expand aquaculture activities, which, in this case, are focused on fish farming.

Resumo Este artigo discute os processos de elaboração e contratação da primeira fase do programa TOMAK (acrônimo para To’os Ba Moris Di’ak; em inglês, Farming for Prosperity, e em português, Agricultura para Prosperidade), financiado pelo Estado australiano e implementado em Timor-Leste entre 2016 e 2021. Argumentamos que tais processos alçam o programa à condição de mercadoria, que é acedido, no mercado global, por mecanismos de concorrência específicos e sujeito a certos fetichismos. As formas de manejo do programa expressam o novo papel que os Estados nacionais têm desempenhado sob hegemonia do neoliberalismo: dinamizadores da concorrência, em múltiplas escalas. Situamos os fenômenos abordados como produto de processos históricos de longa duração relacionados às reconfigurações das práticas de cooperação internacional para o desenvolvimento. As análises são baseadas em etnografias documental e digital e em experiências de duas décadas (anos 2000 a 2020) de observação do campo da cooperação internacional em Timor-Leste e alhures. acrônimo Toos To Diak Di ak Di’ak inglês Prosperity português Prosperidade, Prosperidade , Prosperidade) TimorLeste Timor Leste 201 2021 mercadoria acedido global fetichismos neoliberalismo escalas desenvolvimento anos 200 2020 alhures 20 202 2

Abstract This article discusses the concept, design, and contracting processes of the first phase of the TOMAK program (acronym for To’os Ba Moris Di’ak, translated as Farming for Prosperity in English, and Agricultura para Prosperidade in Portuguese). The program was funded by the Australian government and implemented in Timor-Leste between 2016 and 2021. We argue that these processes elevate the program to the status of a commodity, accessed in the global market by specific mechanisms of competition and subject to certain fetishes. The program’s management practices reflect the new role that nation-states have played under the dominance of neoliberalism: as catalysts of competition on multiple fronts. We contextualize the phenomena discussed as products of long-term historical processes related to the reconfigurations of international development cooperation practices. Our analyses are based on documental and digital ethnographies and two decades (2000-2020) of observations in the field of international cooperation in Timor-Leste and beyond. concept design acronym Toos To os Diak, Diak Di ak, ak Di’ak English Portuguese. Portuguese . Portuguese) TimorLeste Timor Leste 201 2021 commodity fetishes programs s nationstates nation states neoliberalism fronts longterm long term 20002020 2000 2020 (2000-2020 beyond 20 202 2000202 200 (2000-202 2 200020 (2000-20 20002 (2000-2 (2000- (2000 (200 (20 (2 (

BACKGROUND: Limited research exists on medical students' coping and adjustment skills, especially in the South African context. Stakeholders planning medical curricula need to be aware of emotional and communication skills that allow students to cope and adjust to stress associated with transitioning to medical studies OBJECTIVE: To design a support framework to facilitate first-year undergraduate medical students' social learning and integration skills METHODS: This descriptive qualitative case study used multiple data collection methods, nominal group meetings and Delphi questionnaires to explore and understand undergraduate medical students' challenges with social learning and integration factors. These insights were then used to develop the support framework RESULTS: The support framework articulates levels of engagement and actions required to address social learning and integrated factors, namely under-preparedness, peer support, confidence, self-management, alienation and academic advice CONCLUSION: Implementing the proposed support framework on social learning and integration could facilitate the successful transition of first-year undergraduate medical students from high school to university. This framework aids students in dealing with social learning and integrated factors, such as under-preparedness, peer support, confidence, self-management and alienation as well as academic advice using contextualised and appropriate skills and tools

Abstract The university is acknowledged as an institution of great complexity, one that constantly navigates challenges in its interactions with the external community while adhering to an ethical code that defines its institutional identity and guides its research efforts. Moreover, it undertakes digital transformation processes to effectively meet its objectives. With this recognition, this article reports on the experience of designing and developing a Platform for the management of ethical and safety evaluations in scientific research, aimed at facilitating the work of ethical-scientific committees in the university environment. The methodological approach was carried out using tools typical of case study designs, working with documents and defining the following as dimensions of analysis: the development conditions of the platform, its characteristics, its future and challenges. The results indicate that in organizations that prioritize digital transformation as a process that adds value to strategy, a positive impact on knowledge management is observed, as is the case with this Platform. The significance of working with key actors, system users who execute interactions on the platform, appreciating their role in feedback processes and the improvement of the computer resource, is highlighted. Furthermore, it is noted that when there is a strategic vision of digital transformation as a process, favoring progressive development, identifying gaps and improvements in systems, enriching synergies are generated with other sectors of the institution, resulting in a profound and widespread impact throughout the university.

Resumen La universidad como institución es reconocida como una organización de gran complejidad, que constantemente navega desafíos en su interacción con la comunidad externa, al mismo tiempo que se adhiere a un código ético que define su identidad institucional y guía su labor investigativa, y que emprende procesos de transformación digital para cumplir efectivamente con sus objetivos. Con ese reconocimiento, este artículo da cuenta de la experiencia de diseño y desarrollo de una Plataforma para la gestión de la evaluación ética y de seguridad en investigación científica, destinada a facilitar el trabajo de los Comités ético-científicos en el ámbito universitario. El abordaje metodológico se realizó desde herramientas propias de los diseños de estudios de caso, trabajando con material documental y definiendo las siguientes como dimensiones de análisis: las condiciones de desarrollo de la plataforma, las características de ella, sus proyecciones y desafíos. Los resultados indican que en las organizaciones que priorizan la transformación digital como un proceso que aporta valor a la estrategia, se observa un impacto positivo en la gestión del conocimiento, tal como ocurre con esta Plataforma. Destaca la relevancia del trabajo con los actores claves, usuarios del sistema, quienes ejecutan las interacciones en la plataforma, valorando su rol en los procesos de retroalimentación y mejora del recurso informático. Además, se destaca que cuando hay una mirada estratégica de la transformación digital como proceso, favoreciendo un desarrollo progresivo, identificando brechas y mejoras en los sistemas, se generan sinergias enriquecedoras con otros sectores de la institución, generando un impacto profundo y amplio en toda la universidad.

Over the past 2 decades, worldwide research has established that the district office of education matters. Various policy initiatives are directing district offices to shift from limited managerial functions and begin to directly support learner instruction. The intention of this article, therefore, was to tease the question: How do school inspectors provide instructional leadership support to schools in Zimbabwe? Guided by the instructional leadership conceptual framework, we employed a qualitative research methodology in which we used 2 case studies focusing on 6 officers purposively drawn from 2 district offices in the Masvingo province of Zimbabwe. Data collection tools used were document analysis and semi-structured interviews. The findings indicate that school inspectors carried out school staffing; spearheaded need-driven circuit-level and district-level professional development; instituted supervision of schools; supported school development efforts; and ensured stakeholder and partner engagement. But school inspectors provided limited support to scaffold learner instruction. To improve district instructional leadership support at school level, we recommend strategic human and material resource mobilisation and utilisation. Inevitably, more research is needed to allow deeper insight into the observed inadequacies of the current district office in Zimbabwe.