An intersectional approach to inequalities : ruptures with hierarchical views

Este artigo tem por objetivo propor uma reflexão sobre a possibilida-de de abordar as diferentes formas de desigualdades e de processos de exclusão sem hierarquizá-los. Para tanto, realiza uma crítica do pensamento social brasileiro, notadamente o de Jessé Souza, apresentando como alternativa a abordagem teórico metodológica da interseccionalidade. Assim, ao invés de se pensar as desigualdades por meio dos mecanismos que realmente importariam para demarcar a posição social dos indivíduos, aposta-se em alternativas teóricas que permitam analisar universos de pesquisa em que se apresentam questões de raça, classe, gênero, orientação sexual, identidade nacional, entre outras, de modo interseccional. Dessa maneira, focalizam-se esses universos de modo relacional e contextual, levando-se em conta os efeitos interativos desses marcadores sociais.This article proposes a reflection on the possibility of addressing the diffe-rent forms of inequalities and processes of exclusion without hierarchizing them. To this end, it conducts a critique of Brazilian social thinking, notably that of Jessé Souza, presenting as an alternative the methodological theoretical approach of intersectionality. Thus, instead of thinking about inequalities based on the mecha-nisms that would matter to demarcate the social position of individuals, we rely on theoretical alternatives that allow us to analyze research universes that present issues of race, class, gender, sexual orientation, national identity, among others, intersectionally. Thus, these universes are focused relationally and contextually, taking into account the interactive effects of these social markers

Analysis of assessment practice and subsequent performance of third year level students in natural sciences

Summative assessment qualifies the achievement of a student in a particular field of specialization at a given time. Questions should include a range of cognitive levels from Bloom’s taxonomy and be consistent with the learning outcomes of the module in question. Furthermore, a holistic approach to assessment, such as the application of the principles of the Herrmann Whole Brain Model, needs to be used to accommodate learning style diversity. The purpose of this study was to analyse, assess and compare the summative assessment of two third year level modules in the Bachelor of Science degree programme, namely Biochemistry and Zoology as part of action research with a view to enhancing the professional development of the lecturers involved. The questions posed in summative assessments were classified in terms of Bloom’s differentiation of cognitive levels and the four different learning styles determined by Herrmann. Spearman’s non-parametric analysis indicated that no correlation existed in this study between cognitive level and student performance based on achievement. In addition, there was not much difference between the cognitive levels and student performance between the two disciplines. Although the students seemed to do better at application level questions, the authors need to reflect on whether the assessments were valid with respect to the learning outcomes, methods of facilitating learning, and the assessments based on cognitive levels and learning style preferences. We conclude that continuous action research must be taken to improve the formulation of learning outcomes and students’ achievement of these outcomes and quality of student learning – the main aim being the successful completion of the modules.Improved Graduate Throughput Grant from the Department of Higher Education and Training.http://www.tandfonline.com/loi/raer202016-03-03hb201

Concert recording 2021-11-15

[Track 1] Growth / Cole Powledge -- [Track 2] Day tripper ; Lady Madonna / Lennon/McCartney ; arranged by Tommy Emmanuel -- [Track 3] Disappear / Joshua Larson -- [Track 4] Sirabhorn / Pat Metheny -- [Track 5] Parisienne walkways / Gary Moore -- [Track 6] Songbird / Kenny G -- [Track 7] Drifting / Cody Lucas -- [Track 8] Slow dancing in a burning room / John Mayer -- [Track 9] Suites of morning

Concert recording 2021-03-01

[Track 1]. Halo theme (Halo) / Martin O\u27Donnell and Michael Salvatori ; arranged by Jackson Martin -- [Track 2].To Zanarkand (Final fantasy X) / Nobuo Uematsu ; arranged by John Oeth -- [Track 3]. Legend of Zelda (Zelda BOTW) . Breath of the wild theme ; Ari, los tin the storm / Rajime Wakai and Gareth Cosser ; arranged by Samuel Wilson -- [Track 4]. Donkey country medley (Donkey kong country) / David Wise ; arranged Brett Shock -- [Track 5]. Goldeneye64 DAM (Goldeneye 007) / Grant Kirkhope ; arranged by Greg Aliano -- [Track 6]. Wii sports theme (Wii sports) / Kazumi Totaka ; arranged by Drew Swiecicki -- [Track 7]. Black Thorn City theme (Pokemon heart gold) / Junichi Masuda ; arranged Nathan Yauger -- [Track 8]. Gerudo Valley (Zenda: ocarina of time) ; -- [Track 9]. Ocarina of time (Legend of Zelda) / Koji Kondo ; arranged James Joseph -- [Track 10]. Ophelia\u27s song (Coffee shop tycoon) / Moontan ; arranged Kinley Hyde -- [Track 11]. The ballad of Gay Tony intro theme (Grand theft auto 4: The ballad of Gay Tony) / Johnston, Murphy, and Bortnick -- [Track 12]. Halo medley (Halo) / Martin O\u27Donnell and Michael Salvatori ; arranged Dylan Wenino

Associations of Sustainable Development Goals Accelerators With Adolescents’ Well-Being According to Head-of-Household’s Disability Status – A Cross-Sectional Study From Zambia

Objectives: We examined associations between accelerators (interventions impacting ≥2 SDG targets) and SDG-aligned well-being indicators among adolescents 16–24 years old in Zambia. Methods: We surveyed adults from 1,800 randomly sampled households receiving social cash transfers. We examined associations between accelerators (social cash transfers, life-long learning, mobile phone access) and seven well-being indicators among adolescents using multivariate logistic regressions. Results: The sample comprised 1,725 adolescents, 881 (51.1%) girls. Mobile phone access was associated with no poverty (adjusted Odds Ratio [aOR] 2.08, p < 0.001), informal cash transfers (aOR 1.82, p = 0.004), and seeking mental health support (aOR 1.61, p = 0.020). Social cash transfers were associated with no disability-related health restrictions (aOR 2.56, p = 0.004) and lesser odds of seeking mental health support (aOR 0.53, p = 0.029). Life-long learning was associated with informal cash transfers (aOR 3.49, p < 0.001) and lower school enrollment (aOR 0.70, p = 0.004). Adolescents with disabled head-of-household reported worse poverty, good health but less suicidal ideation. Conclusions: Social cash transfers, life-long learning, and mobile phone access were positively associated with well-being indicators. Adolescents living with disabled head-of-household benefited less. Governments should implement policies to correct disability-related inequalities

Data management instruments to protect the personal information of children and adolescents in sub-Saharan Africa

Recent data protection regulatory frameworks, such as the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPI Act) in South Africa and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union, impose governance requirements for research involving high-risk and vulnerable groups such as children and adolescents. Our paper's objective is to unpack what constitutes adequate safeguards to protect the personal information of vulnerable populations such as children and adolescents. We suggest strategies to adhere meaningfully to the principal aims of data protection regulations. Navigating this within established research projects raises questions about how to interpret regulatory frameworks to build on existing mechanisms already used by researchers. Therefore, we will explore a series of best practices in safeguarding the personal information of children, adolescents and young people (0-24 years old), who represent more than half of sub-Saharan Africa's population. We discuss the actions taken by the research group to ensure regulations such as GDPR and POPIA effectively build on existing data protection mechanisms for research projects at all stages, focusing on promoting regulatory alignment throughout the data lifecycle. Our goal is to stimulate a broader conversation on improving the protection of sensitive personal information of children, adolescents and young people in sub-Saharan Africa. We join this discussion as a research group generating evidence influencing social and health policy and programming for young people in sub-Saharan Africa. Our contribution draws on our work adhering to multiple transnational governance frameworks imposed by national legislation, such as data protection regulations, funders, and academic institutions

Intergenerational education and violence effects on adolescent education, early employment and adolescent parenting.

Adolescence is a crucial phase in life, when foundations are established for future health . Therefore, supporting adolescents is necessary to meet the sustainable development goals by 2030. Evidence on the intergenerational transmission of poverty, education and violence suggests that to improve adolescents' well-being, the broader context in which they grow up needs to be understood when developing programmes and approaches to improve their lives. Our study explored intergenerational factors and early childhood influences on adolescent education, employment and parenthood, using the fourth wave of the MAISHA longitudinal study. This study took place in 2016-2021 among 986 adult women in Mwanza, Tanzania, including questions answered by the women on their adolescent's (aged 13-18) education, employment and parenthood, as well as their participation in early childhood programmes, education attainment and other socio-economic variables. Among the 577 mothers in our analysis who had adolescents living in their households, 32% reported that their adolescents did not attend secondary school, 11% were employed, 4% were pregnant or parents. For adolescents in secondary school, 15% ever failed a grade and 10% missed school more than 2 weeks in the last term. Grandparents' not having secondary education was significantly associated with adolescents not attending secondary education and being employed. Living in a female-headed household and mother's experience of intimate partner violence was associated with adolescent early employment. Early childhood influences showed no impact on any outcome in the multivariate analysis. Overall, we report a strong intergenerational impact of education on adolescent outcomes, suggesting the adoption of a strong policy focus on the provision of secondary education for both men and women due to its long-lasting effect. Interventions aimed at improving adolescent outcomes need to be long-term and invest in whole family poverty reduction measures

Personality trait development in midlife: exploring the impact of psychological turning points

This study examined long-term personality trait development in midlife and explored the impact of psychological turning points on personality change. Selfdefined psychological turning points reflect major changes in the ways people think or feel about an important part of their life, such as work, family, and beliefs about themselves and about the world. This study used longitudinal data from the Midlife in the US survey to examine personality trait development in adults aged 40–60 years. The Big Five traits were assessed in 1995 and 2005 by means of self-descriptive adjectives. Seven types of self-identified psychological turning points were obtained in 1995. Results indicated relatively high stability with respect to rankorders and mean-levels of personality traits, and at the same time reliable individual differences in change. This implies that despite the relative stability of personality traits in the overall sample, some individuals show systematic deviations from the sample mean-levels. Psychological turning points in general showed very little influence on personality trait change, although some effects were found for specific types of turning points that warrant further research, such as discovering that a close friend or relative was a much better person than one thought they were