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Onuebunwa Federal College of Education (Technical), Omoku-Nigenia ‘Muhammad Abdul Wahid Usmani, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia ‘Shahram Fattahi, Razi University, iran ‘Santosh Kumar Beher: Sidho-Kanho-Birsha University, Puralla, West Bengal Newman Wadesango, University of Fort Hare, South Africa Nuria Rodriguez Priego, European Commision, Institute for Prospective Technological Studies / University of Granade, Spain Prof. Ravinder Rena University of the Westen Cape, South Alica Elena Popkova Volgograd State Technical University George Aspridis Technological Educational Institute of Larissa, Greece{ISN 2099-2117 (onlin) Mesiteranean Journal of Vor 8 No 6 ISSN 2038-9340 (pit Social Sciences November 2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS Articles ‘The Effect of Exploitation Capacities on Organizational Performance: An Empirical Analysis Geovanny Perdomo-Charty, Nelson Lozada Barahona, Alexander Zufiga-Collazos Burnout and Depressive Symptomatology of the Employees in Institutions of Chronic Diseases Vasiliki Brouskel, Eustathios Giakovis, Maria Loumakou Policy Identification of the Working Capital Management of Medium-Sized Business Christian Herdinata Exploring the Gap Between Male and Female Employment in the South African Workforce Elaine Sinden As the Beat Goes on in Syria, is There an Exit Route? Osaretin Idahosa, Harrison C. Ajebon ‘The End of a Custom: A Social Necessity or a Lust for “Modernisation”? ‘The Case of Sergiani in Megala Kalyvia (Trikala, Greece) Konstantinos Dimopoulos, Vasiliki Tyrovola, Maria Koutsouba ‘The Project Evaluation for Development the Learning Integrated Model between the International Program (IP) and the Fundamental Level Curriculum in Education Hub Project of the Ministry of Education, Thailand Teeradet Chuenpraphanusom, Jongkon Boonchart, Ongom Snguanyat, ‘Amuka Wachirawin, Sarawut Chimbuethong, Kanchulee Moonlgpal, Chanin Thitipetchkul Relation between Social Conservatism, Moral Competence, Moral Orientations, and the Importance of Moral Foundations Ingrida Trups-Kalne, Girts Dimdins Congregation of the Condemned: Decades of Discontinuous Debates on Death by Design in Southern Nigeria Emmanuel Imuetinyan Obarisiagbon A Study on the Relationship between Money ‘Supply and Macroeconomic Variables in China Yugang He Indonesian Law Development on Housing Collateral J Andy Hartanto ‘Sexual Promiscuity and Health Issues among Female Undergraduate Students in Adekunle Ajasin University: Counselling Implications Beatrice O. Ajidahun Mobile Commerce Switching Intentions in Thai Consumers Kedwadee Sombuttawee "7 29 37 53 63 3 8 1 99 109 7 123ISSN 2099-2117 fone) Medteranean Joumal of Vol8WNo6 ISSN 2039-8340 (print) ‘Social Sciences November 2017 ‘The Effect of Residents’ Attitude toward Tourism on their Pro-Tourism Behaviour: 135 A Case Study of Hua-Hin Prachubkirikhan Noppanon Homsud Phenomenology of Unsustainable Sanitation in Developing Countries: 143 Case Study Sedati, Indonesia ‘Suning, Pungut Analysis of ECOWAS Institutional Framework for Conflict Management 149 Odobo, Samuel Osagie, Andekin, Amos Musa, Udegbunam, Kingsley Academic Cheating in Schoo! ‘AProcess of Dissonance Between Knowledge and Conduct 161 ‘Andrian Pramadi, Marthen Pal, Fattah Hanurawan, Adi Atmoko Radicalization as a Functional Aspect of Crime 169 Paul Kombo Investigating the Causal Relationship between Inflation and Trade Openness using Toda-Yamamoto Approach: Evidence from Zambia 7 CChibvalo Zombe, Lincoln Daka, Christopher Phin, liver Kaonga, Francis Chibwe, Venkatesh Seshamani Effect of Pharmacist Counseling on the Success of Therapy and the Quality of Life of Hypertensive Patients in a Hospital in East Nusa Tenggara 189 Magdanita Riwu, Gilang Yubiliana, Eli Halimah, Keri Lestan, Auliya Suwantika Dyah Perwitasar, Ajeng Diantni15 8 7 7% 7” 2 8 ca 55 6 a a a a 2 8 5 % a7 9 100 101 102 109 108 108 107 108 8 119 14 18 "7 8 19 120 wt tw 1 14 125 380 20992117 (onine) Mosteraneen Jounal of vor 8 Wo 6 SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Seoneas November 2077 pe Baa Research Article By es: ie orem The Effect of Exploitation Capacities on Organizational Performance: An Empirical Analysis Geovanny Perdomo-Charry PhD in Administration. CEIPA Business Schoo, Medelin, Colombia Nelson Lozada Barahona ‘Mag. n Administration. Department of Administrative Sciences, Universidad de Amioqua, Medel, Colombia Alexander Zufiga-Collazos PhD in Tourism Management, Faculty of Economies Sciences, ‘University of San Busnaventura.Cal Doi: 10.151Simjss-2017-0037 Abstract Tha effect of exploitation capacity (EC) vis-a-vis organizational performance (OP) has not been ‘uffciontly Studied and has low empineal evidence in doveloping countries such as. Colombia ‘Absorption capacity based on explottation capacty (EC) is considered to have been relevant for ‘organizations n developing countries to signifcantly increase their performance via novation. We ‘examined the effect of explotation capaci versus organizational porformanco using a samplo of 227 companies located in Modelin, Colombia. Tho main findings indicate that companios can gonorato ‘2xploitation capacties in order to increase organizational performance, essential seeking fo combine Information ram diferent sources for ther benef, thereby crecty contributing fo the growth of benefits inthe companies under study. ‘Keywords: Explitation capaci, organizational performance, SEM 4. Introduction Corporate studies already recognize and value absorption capacity as an important notion. Its relevance is based on the possibilty of creating and capturing new knowledge for the development and growth of the company from a real and potential approach, as research on this capacity’s construct is multidimensional (Zahta & George, 2002; Nieto & Quevedo, 2005; Lane et al., 2006; Arbussa & Coenders, 2007; Grimpe & Sofka, 2009; Malhotra et al., 2015). Therefore, it can be noted that Absorption Capabilties (AC) have increased considerably in the Hterature over the last two decades, thereby expanding their conception, levels and research dimensions both in companies and the environment. Hence, AC has acquired a second-order construct denomination, composed of four-first order variables: 1) acquisition, 2) assimilation, 3) transformation and 4) operation (Camisén & Forés, 2010, Kostopulos et al., 2011, Flatten et al Engolen et al., 2014, Enkel & Hell, 2014), Thus, the challenge of current research Is to bridge the knowledge gap by studying the126 tr 8 or) 190 31 132 189 1 135 138 ‘er 138 189 40 ut 380 20992117 (onine) Mosteraneen Jounal of vor 8 Wo 6 SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Seoneas November 2077 relationship between first-order constructs of AC, such as EC, with other constructs or variables such as OP in developing countries. This statement is interesting, given the scarcity of empirical studies in the literature regarding the effect that EC has on OP. This paper undertook to analyze the effect of exploitation capacities on organizational performance, in a representative sample of ‘organizations located in the city of Medellin, Colombia, 2. Exploitation Capabilities ‘According to Zahra and George (2002), ACs are conceived as the ability of an organization to generate processes, routines and business dynamics that facilitate generation of value based on knowledge acquired in the external environment of the company. This is done through acquisition, assimilation, transformation and exploitation. These are multidimensional variables which facilitate ‘an approach to the four dimensions from different viewpoints (Table 1). Table 1. Dimensions of Absorption Capacity (AC) [Dimension [Definition FAcuisivon ie rofers to Tho possibly of obtaning Knowledge From sources extarna To the Company. capaci [Assimiation |r assoclated with the possibilty Tat the new exlomal Knowledge 1s understood and| capaci eared by the members of ine company. [Transformation itis given by combining the two previous capabilics Wo create new Knowledge that | capacity lusofl for generating value in the company fExpiotation [Development of routines that alow the ganeralion of naw processes, producla and eapacity systoms that strengthen current capabilites, or which allow fo the development of now] [capabities in the company ‘Source: Authors’ own work, based on Zahra & George (2002), Jansen (2008) and Volberda et al (2010) ‘According to the table above — and in light of the purpose of this paper — the dimensions to be analyzed are Exploitation Capacities (EC), whose fundamental objective Is to study the effect that EC produces on organizational performance. Therefore, EC is regarded in this paper as the ‘capacity that develops routines to apply and use knowledge, thereby enabling the creation of new (goods, systems and processes that improve current competencies and create new entrepreneurial ‘competencies (Cohen & Levinthal, 1990) all the while increasing OP. 3. Organizational Performance Increasing OP has been one of the core issues of management (Neely, 1999). In practice, entrepreneurs, leaders and scholars are concerned with understanding and analyzing this subject, as evidenced by the extraordinary number of articles on the subject (Choong, 2014). In regards to this understanding, Neely (2002) points out that OP can be understood as the level of achievement attained by an organization, through information processing and analysis with the aim of supporting decision making In this vein, Forza and Salvador (2000) argue that OP is management based on () providing communication and (i) collecting, processing and delivering information on performance and activities of people which are not developed by individuals. Conversely, Juines (2007) states that OP js understood as any services, products and programs generated by the company which produce information about the organization's performance. Itis worth noting that itis only a late as the late sixties that organizational measurement systems (OMS) are introduced, based on different metrics, measurement forms, and indicators (Johnson, Johnson, Kaplan & Norton 1992; Kaplan & Norton 1996; White, 2008). However, Choong (2014) deems it necessary to more appropriately define conceptual frameworks that combine pectic research interests, forthe proper development of the OMS. 10m 1m 7 1m 118 178 7 7 119 tet 182 180 14 185 186 187 188 189 190 191 192 199 195 196 197 198 190 aot 22 208 208 205 208 27 208 209 210 at 212 213 28 215 26 27 28 219 zat 380 20992117 (onine) Mosteraneen Jounal of vor 8 Wo 6 SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Seoneas November 2077 Therefore, measurement researchers have argued in favor of and against a particular performance measurement system called OMS (Choong, 2014), as research on this topic is Conducted in a prescriptive or historical way, thus leaving aside scientific, mathematical or logical analyses (Neely 2005, Gunasekaran & Kobu 2007, Petersen et al, 2009, Sole & Schiuma 2010; & ‘Choong 2014), related to innavation - amongst other variables, In fact, some research highlights the importance of the level of business innovation as a vital aspect for organizational performance analysis (Danneels & Kleinschmidt, 2001). One of the studies indicates that organizational innovation has a direct impact on performance, understood in torms of sales growth, market share and profitability (Akgiin et al., 2007). Another paper states that OP inked to innovation can be studied from the perspective of retum on investment for shareholders. In tum, this would allow for comparisons to similar organizations both in terms of potential investors and shareholders, so as to establish the investment level for a company (Ellinger tal., 2002) 4. Exploitation and Performance Capabilities The literature shows that the relationship between companies’ absorption capacities and ‘organizational performance is positive (Chen et al., 2009; Jiménez-Jiménez y Sanz-Valle, 2011 Leal-Rodriguez et al, 2014; Tsai, 2001). Likewise, All et al. (2016) argue that absorption capacities. are one of the most important determinants of a company’s ability to acquire, assimilate, transform and effectively operate new knowledge, aiming to increase innovation while directly impacting OP. ‘As a result, organizations are making efforts to increase AC, in order to exploit new knowledge both internally and externally. Consequently, this contributes to high performance (Ali et al, 2016), ‘Companies that have knawledge-bullding capabilties will eventually have a better understanding of new technologies, which will result in the generation of new ideas and the development of new innovative products, services, processes or businesses (Tsai, 2001) thereby impacting OP. Therefore, we propose the following hypothesis. Hypothesis; Exploitation capacities have a positive effect on organizational performance. 5. Methodology Data collection was conducted by way of the use of a questionnaire-type instrument. In order to verify validity of the instrument used, we utilized the construct validity (factor analysis) method. In terms of factor reliability, we measured the Cronbach's alpha coefficient. The latter was calculated in both cases as >0.800, which is satisfactory. A S-point Likert scale was used; in the case of ‘exploitation capacities, (1) means absolutely nothing, and (5) meant completely done. In the case of ‘organizational performance, (1) meant not important at al, and 5 meant very important. Confirmation of the measurement model was performed using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), thus seeking to test the relationship between the latent variables and the respective items, ‘The validation of the hypothesis relationship was performed under the model of structural ‘equations, where data were analyzed using EQS 6.3, The questionnaire administered with the companies enquired respondents as to the development and evolution of the EC and the OP, alluding to what happened in the last 3 years of operation, as suggested by the literature (Flatten et al, 2011a; 2011b , Akling et al., 2007, Elinger at al, 2002). In order to clarify the relationship analyzed, the questionnaire clarified that growth — in terms of volume and number of sales - Is growth achieved thanks to current and new customers. Conversely, in the case of market share growth itis the comparison with their competitors in the ‘same period of time. The conceptual model and its relationships can be seen in Figure 1me 2 28 2s 28 2 28 2 20 2 22 23 26 235 238 27 ue cr 250 Bt 380 20992117 (onine) Mosteraneen Jounal of vor 8 Wo 6 SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Seoneas November 2077 Exploitation Ste 7 Capabilities He oe bY = Performance on |} Figure 1. Conceptual mode! 6. Sample The structural equations model (SEM) was examined using a sample of 227 valid responses. It also shows the relevance of obtaining an adequate sample in this type of analysis. In addition, some scientists recommend that an appropriate sample should have at least 200 informants (Garver & Mentzer 1999; Sivo et al, 2006; Hoe, 2008), although there is no consensus in empirical studies as to the optimal level ofits sample size (Schreiber et al., 2008, Kline, 2010, McQuitty, 2004). ‘The sample is composed of organizations located in Medellin, Colombia, which belong to the industrial and service sectors. 227 managers or leaders of the innovation area answered the questionnaire. As for company size, the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism in Colombia believes that organizations with up to 200 employees qualify as being small and medium enterprises, which in the case of this study make up 88.5% of the sample, 7. Results The research comprises two moments to be analyzed and to explain the findings under the SEM: () the evaluation’s measurement model, and (i) the structural model test. Table 2 shows that the ‘means reached are considered relatively low for both variables, with results between 3.35-3.38, and similar standard deviation between 1.06-1.15. The correlation value for latent variables is above the appropriate level (0.386) with significance vis-a-vis p<0.05, Table 2. Correlations, means, standard deviations, reliabilty wD z 3381.15 (0.882) 335106 0.386" (0.926 N=226; Aa reablty is show on the diagonal +p <0.05 The measurement model's normal validity requirements are met in a satisfactory fashion (see22 28 24 25 258 380 20992117 (onine) osteraneen Jounal of vor 8 Wo 6 SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Ssoneas November 2077 ‘Appendix A). The loads of all items are above 0.882 or 0.926, with a significance vis-a-vis p<0.05. the latter indicates the convergent validity of each of the items. High reliability is suggested, since Cronbach alpha values are greater than 0.8, as well as composite reliability above 0.9. AAt the construct level, the EVA values are greater than 0.5; these results confirm the existence of discriminant validity, The structural model was estimated with the aim of verifying potential colinearity. The results show minimum collinearity, along with VIF outflows below the threshold (5). Therefore, collinearity in the structural model predictor construct is not a problem. The RZ value is above the appropriate latent level (Falk & Mller, 1992); the R2 value among the variables is 0.386 with significance of p 0.06. ‘The measurement model achieved good values of these indices: BBNFI, BBNNFI, CFl, and IF, Values above 0.90 in the BBNFI and BBNNFI indices allow us to observe an adequate {goodness of ft of the modal (Uiman, 2001). Indeed, the values of the current model comply with appropriate values. Similarly, values above 0.90 in the TPI index refer to acceptable qualiy of fit, and values above 0.95 mean a very good model. The results for this index under this study are 0.962 (Hu & Bentler, 1999). The value obtained for RMSEA for the measurement model can be considered appropriate. \Values between 0.05 and 0.08 in RMSEA evidenced the presence of an acceptable model (Browne & Cudeck, 1993); the current model shows a value of 0.108, Another important aspect is the load factors of each of the items. As for EC, this was the most important variable given its high load (0.907), on account of the fact that companies “are good at combining information from different sources for their benefit’, followed by the following statement: ‘the company has the ability to work more effectively by adopting new technologies” (0.825), and "managers support the development of prototypes" (0.802) In regards to OP, the most relevant variable was the growth of profits (0.911), followed by the other three variables with slightly similar values, albeit they have a high load: return on investment (0.871), sales growth (0.853), and market share growth (0.811). These findings demonstrate the existence of a direct and positive relationship between CT and OP (Hair et al, 2013) Consequently, the hypothesis is corroborated. The results are shown in Figure 2. osm 26. X° (46.88) = 130. NI = <008, .949, NNFI = 0.999, CFl= 0.962, RMSEA = 0.108 Figure 2. Results of the structural model 3380 20992117 (onine) Mosteraneen Jounal of vor 8 Wo 6 SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Seoneas November 2077 8, Conclusions and Discussion The findings obtained expand the relevant empirical evidence supporting the theoretical development. These results also further the empirical validation of the study, given the high level of ‘compression of the EC - OP ratio inthe real sector Zahra & George, 2002; Jansen, 2005, Volberda ct al, 2010; Cohen & Levinthal, 1990; Flatten ot al, 20114; 201 1b). The organizational dynamics wherein firms compete in developing countries are those found in developed countries; therefore, the empirical findings of the research make it possible to argue the difference in the weight of tho factors analyzed. In the specific case of the sample of ‘organizations studied, the weight obtained by the variable “they are good for combining information from different sources for their benef, and in the case of the OP, the most important variable Is “growth of benefits’ of companies, Because of their multdimensionality attributes, ECs warrant more detailed analysis in their relationship with the OP, where this research contributes in a concrete way, since it has allowed with empirical evidence to validate the relation — more precisely to recommend that the good combination of information from different sources for business benefit is @ guarantee to drive the ‘growth of benefits in companies. The findings show that there is a direct and positive relationship between EC and OP, which allows us to conclude that companies that develop CE increase thoir chances of improving their OP. 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Results of confirmatory factor analysis Factor Compost Loadings Reliability AYE ‘ACA Exploltation capaciies (a= 0.882) 094) 0.807 ‘ACA Managers support the development of prototypes 0.802 “The company regularly re-evaluates and adapts, ACA? gxsting technologies in novel ways 0.907 “The company has the abilty to work more effectively ACAS by adoating now technologies 0.826 OP Organizational performance (a = 0.926) OP1 Return on investment cart 0P2 Profit grows, 0.940 0939 (art (0P3_— Sales grown 0.853 OPA Increa oto409 410 ait 412 45 4s 45 46 47 48 419 20 2 a2 43 428 5 426 ar 8 ory 430 at 42 a 4 45 25 a7 498 439 “at 42 46 380 20992117 (onine) SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Seoneas ovombor 2017 pe Baa — ken ie Doi: 10.1515imjss-2017-0036 Abstract Research Article Burnout and Depressive Symptomatology of the Employees in Institutions of Chronic Diseases Dr. Vasiliki Brouskeli Assistant Professor in Health Psychology, Democritus University of Thrace, Greece Eustathios Giakovis ‘Mc in Counseling in Special-General Education and Health University of Thossaly, Grooce Prof. Maria Loumakou Professor in Health Psychology, National and Kapodistian University oF Athens, Greece The purpose of the research Is twofold: a) to determine whether the employees in Grek Institutions of Chronic Diseases show burnout and depressive symptomatology and to connect them with socio- ‘domographie characteristics and bjfo investigate the relation between these two healih factors. The particpants completad a Greek version of Maslach’s Burnout Inventory (MEI), » Greek version of Beck's Depression inventory (BD), and 2 questionnaire regarding the socio-demographic characterises. ‘Accoring to the resuts of the resoarch, 2 significant porcontago of particpants show burout and dopressive symptomatology. The exhaustion was found fo be associated with gender, age, employment ‘and mantal satus. The scintie staff has less depressive symptoms than the auxilaries. Finaly, higher levels of burnout effect on higher lovels of depressive symptomatology. Based on the results, i Is Inocessary fo mako interventions on a preventive fovel as woll as to deal with burnout problems and depression of employees on time. In conclusion, there i @ need fo conduct further researches that, ‘among athers, check the fargeting and the effectiveness of interventions. Keywords: Insitutions, Chronic Diseases, deprossion, burnout 41. Introduction The Institutions of Chronic Diseases in Greece constitute health and care providers. Their purpose isthe nursing and the functional, social, pre-vocational and vocational rehabilation of persons with intelectual disability or chronic mobility impaired with intellectual disability, and therefore suffering from a total or pattial incapacity of performing on their own the tasks of everyday life. In these institutions are working, among others, Administrative Staff, Doctors, Psychologists, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Health Visitors, Social’ Workers, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Dietitians, Cooks, Drivers, Guards and patient transport staff (Official Gazette of the Hellenic Republic 2009),sot 505 506 S07 509 510 512 519 ste 380 20992117 (onine) Mosteraneen Jounal of vor 8 Wo 6 SSW 2099.9940 (ori ‘Soci Seoneas November 2077 1.1 Bumout and healthcare providers "Bumout is a psychological syndrome of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced ppersonal accomplishment that can occur among individuals who work with other people in some capacity” (Masiach et al, 1997, p.191), Increased feelings of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization (ie., negative, cynical altitudes and sentiments about one’s clients) and the tendency to evaluate oneself negatively, especially regarding one's work with customers are the three fundamental aspects of the syndrome. The potential consequences of burnout may be severe for workers, their clients and the insitutions they work for (Maslach et al. 1997). Bumout has been widely studied into service providing professions, and specifically at healthcare facilies. ts consequences are detrimental, not only to the healthcare professional at a personal level but also to the healticare service organisation, and of course to the degree of the provided health services to the people (Pappa et al. 2007). It has been widely studied amongst the healthcare staff, and the following Seem to be predictors of Bumout among nurses: gender, age, years of experience at work, working in more than one institution, being involved in management Positions, job satisfaction, hardiness, and experience of workchome and home-work interaction (Queiros et al. 2013) 1.2. Depression and HealthCare Providers Depression is a frequent and severe medical illness that negatively affects people's lives, causing feelings of sadness and a loss of interest in activities once enjoyed. It may lead to emotional and physical problems as well as to decreased abilties to function at work and home (Parekh 2017). Depression, as an issue requires researching attention and appropriate intervention; it has been studied in several health care professionals. For instance, it has been investigated in nurses (Chang et al. 2010), nursing technicians and nursing assistants (Rios et al. 2010), physicians (Levine and Bryant 2000), social workers (Siebert 2004), and intellectual disabiity support statt (Mutkins et al. 2011). In the literature review of Koinis and his colleagues (2014), it is being accented that the working conditions of the health professionals, working hours, disturbed or ‘minimum communication with co-workers and lack of sleep can contribute to the development of psychiatric symptoms and long-term to depression. In the current bibliography, the rates. of depression symptoms in health care professionals differ importantly, depending on the methodology followed every time as well as the country where the research Is conducted (for instance: Abbas et al. 2013; Gao et al. 2011; Chang et al. 2010). 1.3 Bumout and depression Bumout and depression are separate entities, although they may share several “qualitative” characteristics. Burnout may lead to @ general negative attitude towards life and, in this sense, it shares common features with depression (lakovides et al. 2003). Bumout is more than depression, a multidimensional phenomenon, but, unlike depression, restricted to the job setting (Schaufeli and Buunk 2003), whereas depression is a contextfree linical syndrome and characterised by more global attributions (Bakker et al. 2000; Leiter and Durup 1994). Furthermore, a reduced sense of superiority and a perceived loss of status are more characteristic for depressed than for those who are bumt-out (Brenninkmeyer et al. 2001). The relationship between burmout and depression has been studied in numerous of studies and an ‘association between the two of them has been observed (AAhoia et al. 2014; Fong et al. 2016; Toker and Biron 2012). Adcitionally, in some studies, the distinctiveness between these two terms is not always attainable. (Bianchi ct al. 2015; Schonfeld and Bianchi 2016). 2. 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Osaretin Idahosa, Harrison C. Ajebon ‘The End of a Custom: A Social Necessity or a Lust for “Modernisation”? ‘The Case of Sergiani in Megala Kalyvia (Trikala, Greece) Konstantinos Dimopoulos, Vasiliki Tyrovola, Maria Koutsouba ‘The Project Evaluation for Development the Learning Integrated Model between the International Program (IP) and the Fundamental Level Curriculum in Education Hub Project of the Ministry of Education, Thailand Teeradet Chuenpraphanusom, Jongkon Boonchart, Ongom Snguanyat, ‘Amuka Wachirawin, Sarawut Chimbuethong, Kanchulee Moonlgpal, Chanin Thitipetchkul Relation between Social Conservatism, Moral Competence, Moral Orientations, and the Importance of Moral Foundations Ingrida Trups-Kalne, Girts Dimdins Congregation of the Condemned: Decades of Discontinuous Debates on Death by Design in Southern Nigeria Emmanuel Imuetinyan Obarisiagbon A Study on the Relationship between Money ‘Supply and Macroeconomic Variables in China Yugang He Indonesian Law Development on Housing Collateral J Andy Hartanto ‘Sexual Promiscuity and Health Issues among Female Undergraduate Students in Adekunle Ajasin University: Counselling Implications Beatrice O. 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