International Journal of Innovative Technologies in Social Science

DEVELOPING A UNIVERSITY LEARNING QUALITY ASSESSMENT SCALE

Habiche Bachir, Bakhta Chettouh — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The current study aimed to attempt to construct a scale for evaluating and assessing the quality of education from the perspective of university professors. In the theoretical framework of the construction, we relied on Item Response Theory (IRT), which is considered the modern theory used in scale development. The study found the following:

The data fit the Rasch model.
The scale demonstrated acceptable validity.
The scale exhibited high reliability.

Based on the findings of the current study, it becomes evident that there is a necessity to employ modern measurement theory and its various models to achieve the highest possible level of objectivity in psychological and educational measurement.

ANALYSIS OF HOW LEARNING ENVIRONMENT PARAMETERS IMPACT CHILD SAFETY

Tsevelmaa Demberel — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aimed to assess the current state of the learning environment for children in Mongolia and evaluate the impact of policy and legal frameworks. The study involved 1,025 school-age children from 12 aimags, 9 districts, and 5 districts in 21 provinces, and utilized primary and qualitative data analysis. The findings revealed that the overall environment surrounding children (including school, family, society, individual, and community) significantly influences the safety of the learning environment. However, the study identified weak social and community support at the local level, inadequate internal security within families, and insufficient safety measures in school environments. It also highlighted the inadequate implementation of policies aimed at ensuring child safety. The study emphasized the need for effective coordination of laws, budgets, and initiatives to enhance the internal environment of schools. This research provides essential baseline data for policymakers and researchers to enhance child safety, promote school and community involvement, and improve the learning environment.

THE ROLE OF VOLUNTEERING IN THE FORMATION OF STUDENTS’ HUMANISTIC VALUES

Arzu Qasımov, Taleh Khalılov — Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article explores the role of volunteering in the formation of students' humanistic values. Volunteering positively influences the development of social responsibility, empathy, compassion, cooperation, and solidarity. By participating in volunteer activities, students learn to contribute to society, gain a deeper understanding of social issues, and develop a habit of helping others.
The article highlights that volunteering plays a significant role in students' personal development and increases their social engagement. These activities expand their worldview, enhance leadership, communication, and teamwork skills, and instill a sense of responsibility. Moreover, volunteering strengthens students' social integration and fosters a sense of belonging within the community.
The study concludes that volunteering is crucial in enriching students with humanistic values. Such activities have a significant impact not only on the education system but also on the overall development of society. Therefore, encouraging students to engage in volunteer work is essential for their personal growth and social progress.

THE MAZE OF THE NEW WORLD ORDER AND ARAB IDENTITIES BETWEEN EXTREMISM AND VIOLENCE

Wail Zaoui — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study explores the challenges faced by first-year English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students at El-Bayadh University in developing their oral communication skills. It identifies key obstacles such as limited vocabulary, lack of confidence, fear of making mistakes, and insufficient exposure to authentic language use. Additionally, cultural and educational factors, including traditional teaching methods and limited practical language use, contribute to these challenges. The study also examines strategies to overcome these barriers, such as increasing interactive classroom activities, promoting peer communication, and boosting self-confidence through positive reinforcement. By identifying these obstacles and suggesting effective strategies, the research aims to offer insights that could enhance the oral communication proficiency of EFL students, fostering more effective language learning in university settings.

THE ROLE OF THE TEXTBOOK IN PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION VALUES AMONG FIFTH-GRADE PRIMARY PUPILS IN ALGERIA

Elbouche Zina, Latreche Halima — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aimed to explore the role of the Science and Technology textbook in fostering environmental education values among fifth-grade primary school pupils in Algeria. The research employed a descriptive-analytical approach through a content analysis of the Science and Technology textbook used in the fifth grade. The findings revealed that the textbook contributes to the development of environmental education values to varying degrees, with percentages of 49.54%, 28.19%, and 22.25%, respectively. The cognitive domain ranked first in terms of emphasis, followed by the affective domain in second place, and finally the psychomotor domain, which ranked third.

THE IMPORTANCE OF PHILOSOPHICAL THINKING SKILLS IN SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH

Koussa Narimane — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Through this research, we seek to raise one of the current issues, which deals with the importance of employing philosophical thinking skills in scientific research. We focus here on the skill of communication, especially since the communicative act in its various forms and perceptions contributes in one way or another to the activation of various research efforts in reality, and is a bridge between the theoretical visions and the applied results of many researches issued by university institutions, especially in the field of humanities and social sciences. With this in mind, we pose the following question: How can philosophical thinking skills contribute to achieving solid research results in various scientific disciplines?

THE SCIENTIFIC RUPTURE: ITS STAGES AND IMPORTANCE IN THE COURSE OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH

Abdelkarim Belazzoug, Hamza Djahnit, Zitouni Aiboud, Amara Boudjemaa — Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The scientific rupture is the initial phase in scientific research, from which the researcher begins constructing their research project. It represents a preliminary stage through which the researcher acquires a clear understanding of the research subject and progressively eliminates previous judgments and misconceptions. It thus constitutes the initial formative action in the research trajectory, facilitating a practical starting point for the researcher's work. The scientific rupture comprises three essential steps: formulating the initial question, conducting exploratory work, and defining the research problem. After posing the research project as an initial question, the researcher proceeded to investigate and seek specific information related to the topic under study. On the basis of these findings, the researcher develops a theoretical approach to the research subject, constructing the research problem meticulously and systematically. This process follows a rigorous methodology, becoming progressively more detailed from one stage to the next, resembling a funnel that transitions from the general to the specific and then to the most specific.

RESEARCH ON THE IMPACT OF INVESTMENT ON GREEN ECONOMIC EFFICIENCY - BASED ON ANALYSIS OF 21 PROVINCES IN MONGOLIA

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

With globalization and the rapid development of Mongolia’s economy, domestic and foreign investment has become an important force to promote Mongolia’s economic growth and structural optimization. At the same time, Mongolia is facing severe challenges from increasing environmental pollution and tightening resource constraints. Therefore, it is of great significance to research investment how affects the efficiency of Mongolia’s green economy in order to lead economic development and environmental protection in both directions. Based on the panel data of 21 province in Mongolia from 2010 to 2023, this study measured the green economic efficiency of each province, and constructs a panel threshold model to comprehensively test the relationship between investment and efficiency. The results show that investment, environmental investment, and technological development have a positive impact on green economic efficiency, while the employment population has a negative impact on green economic efficiency. This study not only enriches the theory of investment and green growth, but also provides a basis for local governments to formulate differentiated incentive policies.
The main conclusions and recommendations are: The characteristics of the relationship between investment and efficiency, with the increase of investment level, the level of technological innovation increases; provinces at different development stages need to adopt differentiated investment policies, and optimize the investment structure and environment, strengthen the guidance and support role of local governments in green development; strengthen the training and introduction of talents in the field of green technology, attract and retain high-tech talents by establishing talent introduction plans, and enhance technological innovation capabilities.

ENVIRONMENTAL DISPLACEMENT IN INTERNATIONAL LAW: BEYOND THE REFUGEE CONVENTION, WITHIN THE HUMAN RIGHTS FRAMEWORK

Nadia Moumou, Fatiha Bennamane — Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The category of environmentally displaced persons does not fall within the scope of protection provided by the 1951 Geneva Refugee Convention, as environmental factors are not recognised as grounds for asylum. Moreover, no specific international treaty protects this new category of refugees. Despite this legal gap, scholars have sought to define the concept of environmental refugees to find solutions to the issue of ecological displacement, relying on two fundamental principles: human dignity and the principle of non-discrimination. Some general provisions for protecting refugees in international human rights law are also invoked. In this context, certain United Nations bodies, particularly the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Human Rights Committee, have increasingly played a role in addressing environmental displacement.

ENERGY EFFICIENCY PREDICTION BASED ON THE INTEGRATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC SOLAR PANELS AS A DOUBLE SKIN FACADE IN EXISTING OFFICE BUILDINGS

Marouane Samir Guedouh, Hocine Sami Belmahdi — Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The objective of this research is to address issues related to the energy efficiency of administrative buildings. The energy renovation of buildings using photovoltaic systems as a second skin offers several advantages, including: The integration of solar PV systems into the building’s exterior envelope appears effective and promising for the future facades of existing administrative buildings, where these systems offer renewable energy production and improving the building’s interior comfort. To adjust the energy efficiency of office buildings, this study provides a step-by-step process for predicting the energy efficiency of integrating these PV systems. The main steps of the approach are: (1) studying the environment and thermal potential of buildings using a "Testo 865" thermal camera and a "Testo 830-T2" infrared thermometer; (2) proposing the double-skin facade (DSF) system; (3) calculating the efficiency of these PV systems by applying a calculation formula for PV system production. The results demonstrated that the maximum efficiency of the PV systems, depending on the cases of the studied buildings, can reach up to 32% of the total annual electrical consumption. The PV system can become a second skin for the existing facade, helping to minimize energy consumption while improving the thermal performance and appearance of existing administrative buildings.

CRIMINAL EVIDENCE THROUGH DNA FINGERPRINTING AND ITS IMPACT ON THE RIGHT TO PRIVACY

Laskri Ahcene — Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

DNA fingerprinting has become one of the most significant pieces of evidence in criminal law today, prompting many countries to adopt it as a solution to various criminal cases. However, the rigid application of this technology may lead to significant difficulties, particularly concerning protecting individuals from potential violations of their right to privacy. Consequently, criminal legislation has worked to establish a set of guarantees that can effectively safeguard the right to privacy, as exemplified by the Algerian legislature.

ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE HIGH AUTHORITY FOR TRANSPARENCY, PREVENTION AND COMBATING CORRUPTION THROUGH THE 2022 ANNUAL REPORT

Kezadri Zhira — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to shed light on the High Authority for Transparency, Prevention and Combating Corruption as an independent constitutional institution established to promote the principles of transparency, integrity and accountability in the management of public funds, and to reduce the phenomenon of corruption, which is one of the pillars upon which the rule of law is built. The establishment of this institution came in response by the constitutional founder to the international and regional conventions ratified by Algeria, which urge in their content the necessity of reducing the phenomenon of corruption. This was reinforced by the constitutional amendment of 2020, which included many provisions that enshrine the principles of transparency, integrity and accountability in the management of public funds and property. The High Authority for Transparency, Prevention and Combating Corruption was established pursuant to Articles (204-205), granting it broader powers than those previously granted to the National Authority for the Prevention of Corruption. Within the framework of the powers granted to the High Authority, the annual report for the year 2022 was issued, which included many of the Authority’s achievements in combating corruption, which warrant citing it.

THE LEGAL REGULATION OF DIGITAL CURRENCIES AND ITS IMPACT ON COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES: A COMPARATIVE STUDY BETWEEN ALGERIA, EGYPT, TUNISIA, AND SAUDI ARABIA

Walid Terki — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study presents a comparative legal analysis of digital currency regulations and their implications for commercial activities in Algeria, Egypt, Tunisia, and Saudi Arabia. By examining the distinct regulatory approaches adopted by these nations, the research aims to elucidate how legal frameworks influence the integration of digital currencies into commercial sectors such as e-commerce, investment, and financial transactions. Employing a doctrinal legal methodology complemented by comparative analysis, the study scrutinizes pertinent legislation, regulatory policies, and economic data to assess the effectiveness of existing legal structures in balancing innovation, consumer protection, and financial stability. The findings reveal significant disparities in regulatory stances, ranging from outright prohibitions to cautious endorsement, each bearing unique impacts on commercial operations. By synthesizing these diverse experiences, the study offers insights and policy recommendations aimed at guiding legislators and stakeholders in formulating balanced regulatory frameworks that foster economic development while mitigating associated risks.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE – THE RISK OF MISUSE AND THE PATH TO CRIME

Mohamed Djemaa, Kheireddine Ziane — Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines the transformations that societies have undergone as a result of technological advancement, with a particular focus on artificial intelligence as one of the most prominent aspects of this progress. It clarifies the concept of artificial intelligence and its historical development, and highlights its benefits in various fields such as education, medicine, and industry, thanks to its ability to learn and adapt rapidly. However, the study also draws attention to its increasing dangers, especially when misused, as it can be exploited in committing cybercrimes such as forgery, fraud, and media falsification. The study emphasizes the need for strict legislation to limit these risks, particularly given its potential impact on the job market and on social and economic balances.

THE VIRTUAL PUBLIC SPHERE: QUESTIONING THE STANDARDS OF FORMATION ACCORDING TO THE TRILOGY OF RECOGNITION BY AXEL HONNETH

Bouchenafa Talia, Mezzi Khadija, Maaziz Abdelkader — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to investigate the extent to which cyber space is able to host public sphere discussions based on public deliberation of issues of public affairs, communicative equality between social subjects. The study attempted to search for the trilogy of recognition (love, solidarity, right) by Axel Honeth and search for it within the cyber platforms that It is relied upon as an incubating environment for public affairs discussions and the formation of a virtual public sphere that seeks to achieve mutual recognition between interacting subjects.

THE SOCIOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVE ON THE CAUSES AND MOTIVATIONS OF WORKPLACE BULLYING

Fadila Gheraibia — Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The phenomenon of bullying has seen a notable increase in recent times, becoming one of the key challenges individuals face, which hinders their ability to achieve their goals and meet their needs in life. Bullying is a negative behavior perpetrated by an individual or group against another individual or group, and it is most commonly observed in workplace environments. Due to the rising interest of researchers and academics in the phenomenon of workplace bullying, it is important to coordinate efforts to identify the real causes of this phenomenon, understand the factors that drive it, and seek prompt solutions to limit its spread. This is vital to reduce its impact on the achievement of both organizational objectives and human resources goals. The growing prevalence of workplace bullying has significant consequences on individual well-being and organizational efficiency, making it crucial to address this issue to foster a healthier, more productive work environment for all employees.

THE ROLE OF INTERNET OF THINGS (IoT) IN SUPPORTING DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION

Sara Abdelli, Farid Ben Abid — Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study investigates the pivotal role of the Internet of Things (IoT) in driving and accelerating digital transformation across multiple sectors. Employing a qualitative analytical methodology, the research draws upon an extensive review of recent scholarly literature and real-world industry case studies. The analysis delves into the fundamental components of IoT systems, their architectural design, and their practical applications in areas such as healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, agriculture, and smart urban environments. Additionally, the study identifies key barriers to widespread IoT adoption, including cybersecurity threats, interoperability challenges, and regulatory ambiguities. The findings underscore IoT’s substantial impact on enhancing operational performance and decision-making through real-time data processing and automated processes. While notable obstacles remain, the research concludes that the strategic deployment of IoT technologies yields significant advantages-ranging from cost savings and process optimization to increased organizational competitiveness. To unlock the full transformative capacity of IoT, the study highlights the necessity of implementing robust cybersecurity frameworks, coherent regulatory policies, and standardized integration protocols.

HOW DOES ISLAMIC ART CONTRIBUTE TO ENRICHING ARAB-EUROPEAN CULTURAL DIVERSITY?

Mebarek Fadhila, Mohamedi Riahi Rachida — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Islamic art promotes understanding and cross-cultural exchange, which greatly enriches the cultural diversity of Arabs and Europeans. From the Middle Ages onward, its complex geometric patterns, calligraphy, and arabesques have impacted European art, architecture, and design, as evidenced by the Gothic and Renaissance eras. During the 12th-century Renaissance, Islamic scientific and philosophical texts were translated into Latin, which promoted intellectual exchanges and helped incorporate Islamic artistic ideas into European philosophy. Islamic art museums and exhibitions in Europe help to close cultural gaps and foster a sense of shared heritage. This artistic exchange promotes a greater understanding of diversity and commonality in modern multicultural societies by highlighting historical connections between Arab and European civilisations in addition to celebrating aesthetic beauty.

INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE: CONCEPTUAL DILEMMAS BETWEEN THE IMMATERIAL AND THE CULTURAL

Khaled Benfafa — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Intangible Cultural Heritage is a fundamental pillar of collective identity, encompassing traditions, oral expressions, performing arts, and traditional craftsmanship transmitted across generations. However, its dual nature—both "intangible" and "cultural"—poses significant conceptual and policy challenges, making This paper explores the interplay between the symbolic dimension of ICH and its role in shaping collective identity while examining the impact of globalization and digitalization on its transmission and sustainability. It also analyzes international and local strategies for its preservation, highlighting the challenges faced by developing countries in documenting and protecting ICH within evolving cultural contexts. By offering a comprehensive perspective on contemporary approaches to ICH conservation, this study aims to propose innovative mechanisms to ensure its continuity amid rapid social and cultural transformations.

CIVILIZED COEXISTENCE IN THE HEAVENLY RELIGIONS: A HISTORICAL APPROACH AND A SOCIAL VISION IN THE REALITY OF THE TIMES

Bensefia Mohamed, Maaziz Abdelkader, Sekkakou Houria, Mezzi Khadija — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The true and pure monotheistic religions of distortions and positive texts emphasized the need for understanding, acquaintance and cooperation between people, but while recognizing the principle of difference between these races, and that is in the service of humanity and its interests, and the basis of that justice and equality, and we as Muslims ordered Islam and the Holy Quran, which God has saved from any distortion or falsification, to preserve that coexistence, and to set the ideals in coexistence with others and preserve their rights, and history is a testament to that and history. This framework includes the objectives of this article entitled: The message of civilized coexistence in the heavenly religions: a historical approach and a social vision in the reality of the times, the first part of which we try to focus on that noble message in all the heavenly religions and approach them through models witnessed by history; The strong dominated the weak and violated his sanctities and ate his rights, and the grinding wars and seditions that are prevalent nowadays are only the result of the interruption of the rope of coexistence and civilized communication, which was and still is The Pure Source Islam through the verses of the Holy Quran and the Prophet's Sunnah.

NEW KHALDUNISM IN THE THOUGHT OF ‘ABD AL-MAJĪD MIZIYĀN

Djebella Mohamed, Mokaddem Mokhtaria — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article examines the foundations of the “New Khaldunism” according to Dr. ‘Abd al-Majīd Miziyān. It aims to clarify his stance toward the inherited Khaldunian legacy and his vision for the methodology followed by social researchers—whom he regards as adherents of the New Khaldunism—should adopt when studying contemporary social phenomena, using the epistemological and methodological tools Ibn Khaldūn employed in his analysis of medieval Arab and Berber societies.

CIVILIZATION AND UNIVERSAL VALUES

Dekkar Mohammed Amine, Bendouba Charif Dine — Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Morality is no longer a single, unified concept. Instead, it has evolved into a diverse set of ethics that are influenced by various cognitive domains. These dimensions collectively aim to establish a universal moral framework in contemporary civilization. This shift is particularly important given the moral crises of the past century, as well as the challenges faced at the beginning of this one. The crises stemming from the two World Wars, independence movements, and advancements in technology, medicine, and biology have all contributed to the resurgence of the moral question in its original foundational context. In addition, the ongoing events in Palestinian territories further highlight the relevance of revisiting ethical discussions.
Thus, there is a pressing need for the human mind to reconstruct a new understanding of ethics that aligns with these urgent and rapid changes in society. Today's challenge lies in determining how ethics can move beyond traditional, classical frameworks. It is crucial to rethink and revitalize these perceptions in a way that fosters a more humane and self-aware practice. The real test, then, is how ethics can adapt to a dynamic and unpredictable civilization, maintaining its effectiveness and tangible impact amidst these shifts.

THE PROBLEMATIC OF INTERPRETING RELIGIOUS TEXTS IN THE PHILOSOPHY OF JÜRGEN HABERMAS AND ITS REPRESENTATIONS IN THE PUBLIC SPHERE

Latroche Ahmed — Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This paper explores the philosophical approach of Jürgen Habermas to the interpretation of religious texts, focusing on how communicative rationality can serve as a tool for meaningful dialogue within the modern public sphere. It addresses the epistemological and hermeneutic challenges posed by the reinterpretation of religious traditions in contemporary societies, where secular and pluralistic values often clash with inherited religious meanings. On the basis of Habermas's communicative action theory and his engagement with modern hermeneutics, this study examines how rational discourse can foster mutual understanding and uncover the deeper layers of meaning embedded in religious language. Particular attention is given to the distinction between discursive and nondiscursive validity claims, the role of language in shaping public reasoning, and the potential of interpretation as a means of cultural integration and ethical reflection. By connecting Habermas's ideas with broader hermeneutic traditions and thinkers such as Mohammed Arkoun and Paul Ricœur, the paper highlights the critical function of interpretation in negotiating the boundaries between faith and reason, tradition and modernity. Ultimately, the study affirms that the rational reinterpretation of religious texts is essential to fostering inclusive dialogue and sustaining democratic coexistence in pluralistic societies.

CAFFEINE – A POPULAR STIMULANT AS A CAUSE OF INSOMNIA AMONG MEDICAL STUDENTS – A REVIEW OF THE LATEST LITERATURE

Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Introduction and Objective
Caffeine is a common stimulant frequently used by young people, particularly medical students. Despite its numerous beneficial properties, it also causes various adverse effects, including addiction. The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between insomnia among medical students and their caffeine consumption.

Materials and Methods
This review paper uses resources available in the Google Scholar databases. All the studies included in the review were published in 2024. The phrase "caffeine insomnia medical student" was used to search for relevant studies. These articles are available online and free-full text.

Results
Many medical students regularly consume caffeinated drinks. The reasons of using include combating fatigue, improving cognitive functions and concentration. However, its consumption is associated with negative health effects such as insomnia. Results of studies included in this review show that sleep disorders were reported by approximately 30% to nearly 50% of surveyed medical students consuming caffeinated drinks. Medical students suffering from insomnia showed worse test results. Sleep plays a crucial role in memory retention and information processing. Most of them lacked sufficient knowledge about the side effects of caffeine and the determination of a safe daily dose.

Conclusions
Insomnia is a common health issue among medical students. Regular caffeine consumption increases the risk of its occurrence. The surveyed students have limited knowledge about the side effects associated with caffeine use. To raise awareness among future doctors about the serious health consequences of excessive caffeine consumption, appropriate health education should be introduced during medical studies.

ROLE OF MEDICAL STAFF IN THE ONCOLOGY DEPARTMENT IN THE PSYCHOLOGICAL CARE OF CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS WITH CANCER

Guellil Mohammed Réda, Ainad Tabet Ismail — Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aimed to identify Role of medical staff in the oncology department in the psychological care of children and adolescents with cancer, as well as to know the position taken by medicine in the treatment of psychological aspects of cancer in children. This is an exploratory qualitative study and was conducted at the Pediatric Oncology Department of Oran. Clinical interviews were used, because it is a methodological tool that allows direct and personal contact with a source of information from a versatile conversation to obtain clear answers to our question. The observation grid was also used as a research tool which lists a set of criteria. The results of this study confirmed the validity of the previously proposed hypothesis and indicate that the participation of medical staff in the psychological support of children with cancer during treatment is crucial for the quality of care provided to these children.

CAN DARK CHOCOLATE IMPROVE OUR COGNITIVE SKILLS? EVALUATING THE IMPACT OF COCOA FLAVANOLS ON FUNCTION OF THE BRAIN – A REVIEW ARTICLE

Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This review evaluates the impact of cocoa consumption, particularly flavanol-rich dark chocolate, on cognitive function based on evidence from 25 human studies. A structured literature search was conducted in the PubMed database using predefined keywords, and relevant studies were selected according to methodological quality and relevance. Cognitive domains assessed included memory, processing speed, executive function, and visual cognition. Findings from randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses indicate modest cognitive benefits, especially in long-term memory and processing speed, primarily among middle-aged and older adults following chronic flavanol intake. Functional neuroimaging studies support underlying mechanisms such as enhanced cerebral perfusion, increased neuronal efficiency, and modulation of hippocampal function. Short-term improvements were observed in episodic and spatial memory, reaction time, and visual sensitivity. However, results across studies are inconsistent. Large-scale trials, notably the COSMOS project, reported no significant cognitive benefits from daily cocoa flavanol supplementation in the general population, though limited improvements were noted in individuals with poor dietary quality. Some trials reported null or adverse outcomes, particularly in younger adults and when cocoa was combined with omega-3 fatty acids. In conclusion, cocoa flavanol intake may confer cognitive benefits in specific populations and contexts. However, variation in study design, dosing, and baseline characteristics limits generalizability. Further research is warranted to establish optimal intake regimens, identify responsive subgroups, and determine long-term safety.

NARCISSISTIC FUNCTIONING IN DRUG ADDICTS: A PSYCHOPATHOLOGICAL STUDY USING THE RORSCHACH TEST

Amel Ghezal — Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The fragility of narcissistic functioning observed in individuals with drug addiction was highlighted in a compulsive and urgent manner through a projective psychopathological study. The results were analyzed using a psychoanalytic framework focused on chronic addiction cases of various types. This analysis was based on three Rorschach test protocols and an examination of the "mental status" Data were gathered through a qualitative projective psychoanalytic method, which revealed a profoundly disturbed psychological state. This condition was marked by severe difficulties in self-representing and an inability to integrate the body image, largely due to intense anxiety linked to feelings of disintegration and annihilation. Furthermore, identity instability emerged as a core disturbance, significantly impairing the individual's capacity to maintain a stable narcissistic foundation.

ELECTRONIC BANKING: THE NEW FACE OF MODERNIZING THE ALGERIAN SERVICES SECTOR - REALITY AND PROSPECTS

Rahali Seifeddine, Lakehal Nora, Rahali Hadjila — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The banking sector is the engine of the economic fabric of countries, so Algeria has worked on successive reforms, the latest of which was the issuance of the Monetary and Banking Law of 2023, as a strategy to diversify the banking operations of banks and financial institutions.
The world of banking has witnessed a scientific transformation in terms of the dimensions and objectives of banks’ strategies in the last few decades. This was a logical result of the revolution of new technologies in media and communication and the globalization of the financial and banking markets. Perhaps this is what led banking institutions in particular and financial institutions in general to move towards providing a new type of services in line with what has become characteristic of the banking market. Hence, some believe that banks must develop their performance in line with the surrounding conditions, embodying this development in electronic banking. This study aims to understand the reality of electronic banking in Algeria and the mechanisms for its implementation.

WHAT IS SMART ABOUT CONTROLLING ELECTRIC ENERGY SYSTEMS? VIRTUAL POWER PLANTS AND THE DIGITIZATION OF THE GRID

Katja Müller — Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Energy systems are said to be subject to a twin transition of decarbonisation and digitization. Virtual power plants are one part of creating the much proclaimed smart grid, situated at the intersection of electricity production and the electricity transmission. This paper investigates how virtual power plants work by showing their interrelation with the electricity market and the grid. With a focus on the German and European electricity system, the research shows that the market comes first and physic electricity feed-in second. Based on a market ideal, virtual power plants act as an aggregating tool for decentralized energy production and as a regulatory device reacting to supply and demand, albeit the programmes cannot rule out the risk of working against grid stability.

DIGITAL MARKETING THROUGH CONTENT CREATORS: A PREREQUISITE FOR REVITALISING TOURISM LOCALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY - THE CASE OF “KHOUBAI”

Kerrouche Nawal — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Compared with its traditional counterpart, digital marketing represents a novel and distinct approach, operating within the digital sphere where interactions and practices unfold. Thus, it has become a vital outlet for institutions, particularly those active in the tourism and cultural sectors, regardless of their domain. Digital marketing offers a platform that saves time and enables broader outreach to local and international audiences. This is especially relevant given the presence of numerous pillars of tourism marketing, such as influencers and content creators, whose extensive follower bases have attracted the attention of institutions incorporating them into their marketing strategies. Given its significance, digital marketing has become an urgent necessity in our increasingly interconnected era, where economic development is often locally and globally driven by tourism.
This research explores the key dimensions that digital marketing, through the inclusion of content creators, brings to the tourism sector. This study focuses on the Algerian content creator Khoubaib Kouas, known as "Khoubai”.

COGNITIVE CONTEXTUAL MODEL IN AMERICAN POLITICAL DISCOURSE

Ramila Huseynova Farman kyzy — Thu, 08 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This article explores the cognitive contextual model within American political discourse, focusing on its role in shaping public perceptions, constructing societal ideologies, and facilitating effective communication between political figures and the public. Employing cognitive-discursive analysis, the study investigates how linguistic strategies, such as framing, metaphorical constructs, emotional appeals, and repetition, are utilized in political speeches to influence public opinion and advance political agendas. The research is grounded in an interdisciplinary approach, integrating insights from cognitive linguistics, discourse analysis, and political science. The analysis of public speeches by U.S. presidents highlights the interplay between language, cognition, and context, emphasizing the importance of shared knowledge and cognitive structures in understanding political messaging. By developing a cognitive contextual model, the study identifies key elements such as macro-level goals, micro-level linguistic features, and the implicit and explicit mechanisms that underpin political discourse. This research contributes to the fields of discourse studies and political communication, providing a comprehensive framework for analyzing the cognitive and contextual dimensions of political language and offering practical applications for enhancing communication strategies in political contexts.

THE PROBLEMATIC OF PUBLIC DISCOURSE AND COMMUNICATIVE ETHICS WITHIN SOCIETY

Noureddine Anani — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Interest in language continues to grow daily, as its users increasingly recognise its importance in communication on the one hand and its ability to dissolve ideological distances and bridge geographical separations on the other hand. This attention stems from a desire to transform language from mere words, signals, and gestures into a vital medium for exchange, deliberation, and coexistence. The concept of the public sphere is no less significant than language; it constitutes the centre of communicative action where mechanisms of dialogue and discussion are formed around the goal of common interest. This shared objective, in turn, weaves a fabric of civic values such as tolerance, social cohesion, and respect for diversity and difference. Communicative reasons were established politically, socially, and ethically in response to the qualitative crisis experienced by Western countries due to modernity. The centrality of the individual in Western thought gave rise to a self-referential crisis that acknowledged only itself and entirely negated the notion of the other. This individualism and class division ultimately stripped humans of their freedom. Amid this turmoil, pragmatics emerged as a linguistic revolution that overturned contemporary concepts, shifting language from its formal role to the core of the communicative process. A consensus emerged that language and understanding are interconnected concepts clarified through mutual exchange. Accordingly, a set of questions arises: Is communicative ethics truly capable of breaking away from instrumental rationality, or is it merely another form of instrumentalism and ideology, albeit in a new guise? If not, can communicative ethics and dialogue resolve the crisis of coexistence within the public sphere?

METAPHORICAL SEMIOTICS AND THE CRIME SCENE: READING “THE NAME OF THE ROSE” THROUGH THE LENS OF FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE

Ziadi Abdelaaziz, Mebitil Naouel — Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research explores the integration of metaphor within semiotic frameworks for criminal investigations, mainly as represented in Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose. Physical traces, viewed as signs, are crucial for solving crimes, and according to Charles Peirce's concept, these indices are causally linked signs. However, this study highlights how metaphor also plays an essential role in the interpretive structure of the narrative. The metaphorical dimension enables a richer understanding of the plot and its philosophical implications. Through a mixed-method approach combining semiotic analysis and literary interpretation, this paper examines crime scenes in the novel, demonstrating how metaphors alongside indices, icons, and symbols enhance investigative reasoning. Ultimately, it argues that metaphors serve as rhetorical devices and epistemological tools that deepen the interpretive process in literature and forensic practice.

APPLICATIONS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN THE FIELD OF MEDIA IN LIGHT OF COMMUNICATION THEORIES

Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study explores the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in the media sector through the lens of contemporary communication theories. Amid rapid technological advancements, particularly in the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the media landscape is undergoing profound transformations. The research addresses the epistemological gap between classical theoretical paradigms and the dynamic reality imposed by AI-driven automation, data processing, and content generation. Adopting a descriptive-analytical methodology, this study highlights the limitations of existing media institutions, the underdeveloped infrastructure in the Arab world, and the insufficient training of journalists in AI tools. It also evaluates sociological implications through functionalist, neo-Marxist, and symbolic interactionist theories. The findings highlight the urgency of theoretical innovation, technological investment, and a unified digital culture responsive to ethical and communicative challenges.