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Managing Interconnected Production In A Dynamic Network A Fair Gain-Sharing Collaborative Solution, Yingxuan Zhang

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

This paper presents an analysis on the optimal management of interconnected production networks Collaboration represents the best posssibility of achieving a group optimal solution that enhances payoffs of the companies in a network. Since companies are not identical, some of them may capture substantially less gain through interconnection than their conttributions to other providers. An optimality principle in gain-sharing that reflects the contributions of the participating companies is needed. This papper developed a novel dynamic fair gain-sharing solution for interconnected production networks that fulfills the requirements of a sustainable scheme — individual rationality, group optimality, time consistency and fair-sharing principle.

How Pinduoduo’S E-Commerce Experience Shapes Customer Satisfaction And Loyalty: Leveraging Social Networks, Yingxuan Zhang

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

The study formulated a research model grounded in Expectation Confirmation Theory, specifically examining the role of e-commerce experience in customer satisfaction and loyalty within the context of Pinduoduo. Hypothesized relationships were established between the core dimensions of e-commerce experience and the e-commerce customer engagement triad. To analyze the gathered data and evaluate the research hypotheses, structural equation modeling was employed. The research findings indicate that the core dimensions of e-commerce experience, namely e-commerce user interface quality, information quality, security risk avoidance perception, and privacy perception, exert positive influences on both customer satisfaction and trust. Moreover, the study reveals a positive …

From Learning To Career: How Experiential Learning Shapes Event Management Students’ Well-Being And Inspiration, Man Fung, Stephanie Lee

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

Purpose – This study aims to examine how experiential learning influences event management students’ well-being across positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning, and accomplishment (PERMA) dimensions and their inspiration for a career in the event industry. Design/methodology/approach – This study adopted a mixed-methods study to evaluate an experiential learning event for final-year event management students in Hong Kong. Quantitative data from pre- and postevent surveys (n 5 30 valid responses) were analyzed via paired-sample t-tests. Qualitative responses underwent thematic analysis to identify themes on industry and psychological readiness. Findings – Quantitative results showed significant well-being improvements, including enhanced engagement, relationships, positive …

Challenge-Based Learning: The Case Of Future Business Events Industry Leaders In Asia, Man Fung, Stephanie Lee

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

Purpose – This study explores the application of Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) in preparing students for the MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions) industry in Asia. Using the AFECA Asia MICE Youth Challenge 2024 as a case, it investigates how CBL fosters student engagement, critical thinking and leadership, addressing the gap between academic training and industry needs. Design/methodology/approach – A mixed-methods approach was used, combining survey data from 36 students and reflections from participants and coaches. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative responses were thematically examined using Clarke and Braun’s (2013) six-step method to assess CBL’s impact on …

Smart Education Across Academic Disciplines: A Systematic Literature Review, Billy T.M. Wong, Kam Cheong Li, Mengjin Liu

Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange (JETDE)

Smart education has been practiced in many academic disciplines. To investigate the relationship between the implementation of smart education and the nature of academic disciplines, this paper presents a systematic review to address the literature gap. The study synthesized 110 journal articles collected from Scopus, which were published between 2010 and 2022 and reported smart education practices in higher education. Academic disciplines involved in the practices were categorized into Hard-Pure, Soft-Pure, Hard-Applied, and Soft-Applied based on the Biglan’s classification. The results illustrated that the practices were implemented mainly at the undergraduate level, and most frequently in the language and computer …

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Role Of Assistive And Adaptive Technologies In Promoting Inclusivity In Classrooms: A Study On Special Education Trainees, Deepa Sikand Kauts Dr., Moomin Ahmad Rather Mr

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Integrating assistive and adaptive technologies is vital for fostering inclusivity in special education. However, awareness and perceived impact of these tools among aspiring special educators remain underexplored. This study examined the awareness and perceived impact of assistive and adaptive technologies among 56 students enrolled in a Multiple Disabilities (MD) B.Ed. Special Education program. Validated scales with strong reliability and unidimensionality were employed, with the awareness scale explaining 70.62% of the variance and the perceived impact scale accounting for 53.68%. Descriptive and inferential analyses indicated that awareness levels ranged from basic to moderate (mean = 3.37), with a subset showing high …

Perspectives Of Using Artificial Intelligence As An Automated Knowledge Assessment Instrument, Oleksii Shapoval

Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange (JETDE)

Knowledge assessment is an integral part of learning and teaching that requires considerable amounts of instructors’ time and effort. This study aims to evaluate the prospects of artificial intelligence (AI) for automated knowledge assessment and identify the factors that influence its perception and value. An experiment with a reference implementation of a grading and automated feedback generation system is performed. Based on the results, a survey with 16 university students who regularly use AI is conducted and analyzed through a thematic analysis method. The findings reveal that availability, knowledge breadth, and elimination of social barriers have positive influence on preference …

A Critical Link Between Principal's Transformational Leadership And Teachers' Digital Engagement: The Moderating Role Of Technology Infrastructure In Malaysia, Jabeen Mozammel, Aida Hanim A. Hamid

Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange (JETDE)

This study investigates the relationship between principals’ transformational leadership and teachers’ digital engagement in secondary schools across Malaysia, emphasizing the influence of leadership behaviours on adopting digital technologies. Despite significant advancements in digital infrastructure across the region, disparities in effective integration remain. 114 secondary school teachers and principals in Malaysia were surveyed using a quantitative, non-experimental, correlational research design. Descriptive and regression analyses were conducted using SPSS, with results showing that transformational leadership behaviours, particularly inspirational motivation (β = .943, p < .001) and individualized consideration (β = .224, p = .027), significantly predicted higher levels of teachers’ digital engagement. However, idealized influence (β = -.053, p = .639) and intellectual stimulation (β = -.102, p = .356) did not have a significant effect. The model explained 97% of the variance in teachers’ digital engagement (R² = .970), highlighting the critical role of leadership in fostering digital adoption. The study concludes that empowering school leaders through leadership development programs can significantly enhance teachers’ engagement with digital technologies. Future research should explore longitudinal designs and include a broader sample across different educational contexts to further validate these findings.

The Impacts Of Technology-Led Event Sustainability Consumption Values On Personal Social Responsibility And Collective Psychological Outcomes, Man Fung, Stephanie Lee

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

This study investigates how technology-led event sustainability consumption values (TESCVs) influence attendees’ attitudes toward sustainable music events, personal social responsibility, and collective psychological outcomes. Surveying 450 participants at technologically advanced music events in South Korea, it identifies technology-led accessibility, emotional, epistemic, and social values significantly influencing attitudes toward sustainable events. These positive attitudes correlate with increased social well-being, global identity, and civic engagement through personal social responsibility. Environmental activism partially moderated effects, but collectivism orientation did not significantly affect the outcomes. Findings highlight TESCVs’ role in promoting a sustainable event culture, offering insights for researchers, event organizers, and destination marketers.

Enhancing University Students’ Listening Comprehension Using The Toefl Learning English Application (Mall) : A Quantitative Study, Andrian Nuriza Johan, Sri Wuli Fitriati, Januarius Wuli Mujiyanto, Widhiyanto Wuli Widhiyanto

Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange (JETDE)

This study investigates the effectiveness of the TOEFL Learning English Application in enhancing the listening comprehension skills of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners and explores students’ perceptions of its use. A descriptive quantitative design was employed involving 45 English Education students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo. Pre- and post-tests measured listening comprehension gains, while a questionnaire based on the Technology Acceptance Model assessed student perceptions. Results showed a statistically significant improvement in listening scores, as well as generally positive perceptions regarding the application’s accessibility, usability, and ability to reduce learning anxiety. These findings support using the TOEFL Learning English …

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Integration Of Design Thinking And Educational Technology Into Science Education: A Conceptual Framework For The Development Of Sustainability Competencies, Ashish Saseendran, Mary Vineetha Thomas

Journal of Educational Technology Development and Exchange (JETDE)

This study presents a conceptual framework that integrates Educational Technology (EdTech) and Design Thinking (DT) to develop sustainability competencies among secondary school science students. Grounded in UNESCO’s Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) and Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), the framework promotes systems thinking, strategic action, collaboration, and critical problem-solving. It blends Design-Based Learning (DBL) principles with the iterative stages of the Design Thinking process—Empathise, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test—supporting curriculum-aligned, competency-based learning. By incorporating advanced EdTech tools such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), gamification, and learning analytics, the framework enhances student engagement and enables comprehensive assessment practices. …

Insights From The Four-Wave Longitudinal Study Of Youth Identity Status In Hong Kong, Zhengmin, Kelly Peng

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

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Exploring Hong Kong Public Attitudes And Concerns About Traditional Chinese Medical Treatments: A Study On Discussion Forum Responses, Xiling Cui

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

Purpose – This study aims to analyze online responses to gain insights into public attitudes and concerns regarding traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) among Hong Kong residents. By addressing gaps in understanding public sentiment, this study contributes to the development of effective healthcare policies. Design/methodology/approach – Responses were collected from Baby-Kingdom.com using Python, gathering 17,568 TCM-related comments from 2016 to 2023. Analysis involved an eight-theme codebook and sentiment and semantic network analyses with DiVoMiner. Findings – Most responses expressed positive sentiments and attitudes toward TCM. The analysis revealed recurring topics related to conditioning and specific diseases, including gynecological problems. Clinic service …

Uncovering The Effects Of Non-Hedonic Social Media Use On Knowledge Workers’ Depression Through The Conservation Of Resources Theory, Xiling Cui

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

Leveraging the conservation of resources theory, this study investigates the influence of non-hedonic social media (SM) uses, namely broad socialization, deep communication, information retrieval, and information sharing, on forming knowledge-working professionals’ depression through SM overload and strain. The analysis of a two-wave data collection with 440 participants suggests that broad socialization and information sharing have both positive and negative effects indirectly on depression. In contrast, deep communication and information retrieval are beneficial in reducing depression. Our study contributes to the existing literature by exploring the distinct effects of the four non-hedonic social media use on depression.

The Influence Of Technology-Led Event Sustainability Consumption Values (Tescvs) On Event Attendees’ Perceptions Of Green Event Image, Sustainable Event Loyalty, And Behavioral Outcomes, Man Fung, Stephanie Lee

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of technology-led event sustainability consumption values (TESCVs) on attendees’ perceptions of green event image, sustainable event loyalty, and subsequent behavioral outcomes. Results of the responses of 444 event participants indicated that technologyled co-creation value, technology-led green value, emotional and epistemic value, and social value positively impacted green event image. Further, the positive effect of sustainable event loyalty significantly predicted behavioral outcomes including word-of-mouth promotion, willingness to pay more, and revisit intention. The study also showed that while collectivism orientation had a minimal influence on these relations, environmental identity did not …

Prosocial Behaviour, Individualism, And Future Orientation Of Chinese Youth: The Role Of Identity Status As A Moderator, Zhengmin, Kelly Peng

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

There is a lack of research directly examining the relationships between future orientation, individualism, prosocial engagement and identity status among Chinese youth. This study focuses on the moderating role of identity status in the relationship between individualistic values, future orientation and prosocial behaviours. The study sample consists of 1817 Chinese youth aged between 15 and 28. Six patterns of identity statuses were identified by a hierarchical cluster analysis. Path analysis was conducted to examine the relationship between the independent variables and youths’ prosocial engagement and the moderating effects of identity status. The results showed that future orientation is significantly related …

Minimizing Hotel Employees’ Negative Responses To Adverse Change Practices: The Application Of Attribution Theory, Zhengmin, Kelly Peng

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

Hospitality organizations need to make changes from time to time, which usually result in adverse human

resource (HR) practices, such as readjustments to job duties or salary cuts. To reduce negative employee responses to these adverse practices, scholars suggest the important role of change communication. However, it

remains unclear how change communication can alter employees’ cognition to minimize their negative responses. Drawing on the HR attribution theory, we hypothesize that high-quality change communication can

reduce employees’ turnover intentions through well-being attribution. We further argue that this indirect effect

depends on the seriousness of the negative impact on employees. We test …

Carbon Capture And Storage And Infrastructure Innovation In The Presence Of Transboundary Pollution: A Differential Game Analysis, Yingxuan Zhang

Department of Hospitality and Business Management

This study employs a differential game approach to examine the

carbon capture and storage (CCS) and infrastructure innovation strategies of

two countries in the context of transboundary pollution. The game model

incorporates three key elements: (i) the quantity of CO2 captured by each

country depends on its capital stock of CCS infrastructure; (ii) both countries

engage in infrastructure innovation activities; and (iii) an incentive equilibrium mechanism is developed to foster sustained cooperation between the two

countries. Our findings reveal that when emission levels remain constant, the

system exhibits a steady-state equilibrium with a saddle point in both non[1]cooperative and cooperative …

Ai-Assisted Diffuse Correlation Tomography For Identifying Breast Cancer, Shun Wan Chan

Department of Food and Health Sciences

Significance: Diffuse correlation tomography (DCT) is an emerging technique for the noninvasive measurement of breast microvascular blood flow, whereas its capability to categorize benign and malignant breast lesions has not been extensively validated thus far, due to the difficulties in instrumentation, image reconstruction algorithms, and appropriate approaches for imaging analyses. Aim: This artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted DCT instrumentation was constructed based on a unique source–detector array and image reconstruction algorithm. Approach: The DCT images of breasts were obtained from 61 females, and AI models were utilized to classify breast lesions. During this process, the blood flow images were either extracted as …

Development Of Chinese Medicinal Ointment With Antibacterial Properties From Tripterygium Wilfordii, Ching Tung, Dawn Au

Department of Food and Health Sciences

Background: Chinese medicinal ointment was first recorded in the Shan Hai Jing (The Classic of Mountains and Seas). Different formulations of Chinese medicinal ointments have been made based on the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) theory. Many TCMs possessed antibacterial properties that were used as microecological regulators to inhibit the growth of gram-negative bacteria, “Escherichia coli.” Purpose: To develop and make an antibacterial ointment by Tripterygium wilfordii (TW) and evaluate its antibacterial function. Materials and Methods: The methodologies included physical (cream selection), chemical [ultraviolet–visible (UV–Vis) and high-performance liquid chromatography-diode array detector (HPLC-DAD)], and biological (agar assay) experiments for making TW ointment. …

An Overview Of The Current Scientific Evidence On The Biological Properties Of Abelmoschus Esculentus (L.) Moench (Okra), Shun Wan Chan, Hei Tung, Lydia Chan

Department of Food and Health Sciences

Abelmoschus esculentus (L.) Moench, commonly known as okra or lady’s finger, is an annual flowering plant belonging to the Malvaceae family. Okra is a native plant in Africa as well as a traditional medicine in Africa and India for treating different diseases and conditions. Today, okra is widely consumed as a vegetable and is increasingly recognized as a superfood due to its rich nutritional profile and potential pharmacological benefits. Research indicates that okra exhibits a range of biological activities, including antidiabetic, antihyperlipidemic, antifatigue, vasoprotective, hepatoprotective, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects. Despite its promising therapeutic potential, research on the active compounds …

Engineered Bioactive Glass-Chitosan Hybrid For Dual Tissue And Bone Regeneration Multifunctional Healing, Wai Ching Liu

Department of Food and Health Sciences

The treatment of complex wounds, particularly those arising from conditions such as diabetes or trauma, presents a significant clinical challenge. These wounds often necessitate long-term care for soft tissue and bone repair, creating an urgent need for multifunctional wound dressings. This study introduces a chitosan-silica hybrid dressing enhanced with bioactive glass (BG), specifically designed to address this need. The hybrid material achieves molecular bonding through coupling agents, with the organic chitosan component providing swelling and hemostatic effects, while the inorganic silica and BG release ions (Si4+, Ca2+), promoting tissue regeneration and bone healing. With a controlled degradation profile (lasting 3 …

Development Of Iron Oxide Based-Upconversion Nanocomposites For Cancer Therapeutics Treatment, Wai Ching Liu

Department of Food and Health Sciences

Administration of therapeutic strategies alongside magnetic multifunctional nanocomposites has displayed improved cancer prognosis. However, the clinical use of this combination is limited owing to poor bioimaging performance, low biocompatibility, restricted tissue penetration in ultraviolet/visible regions, and low therapeutic efficacy of nanocomposites. To overcome these existing challenges, we designed iron oxide (Fe3O4)-based upconversion nanoparticles (UCNPs). Fe3O4 nanoparticles were synthesized via facile solvothermal method and incorporated into mesoporous silica (mS) layer (Fe3O4@mS). Fe3O4@mS nanoparticles were further decorated onto the surface of the UCNPs as a core material (UCNP-Fe3O4@mS, FMUP). Methotrexate (MTX) an efficient anticancer drug was loaded onto the mesoporous silica to …

Pharmacological Elucidation Of Novel Frug-Leads For The Treatment Of Parkinson's Disease Through Multiple Tergets, Shing Hung Mak

Department of Food and Health Sciences

Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disorder worldwide. PD might cause the dysfunctions of motor neuron in patients. Although the causes of PD still remain to be elucidated, multifactorial pathogenesis have been suggested. Currently available single-targeted drugs only provide symptoms-relieving benefits, but not delay or reverse the progress of PD. Thus, the "one-compound-multi-target ligands" strategy might be a promising strategy for the development of new drug for PD.

Recent studies have also demonstrated that glycogen synthase kinase-3β (GSK3β)/ myocyte enhancer factor 2D (MEF2D) and monoamine oxidase-B (MAO-B) might be important therapeutic targets for treating PD. Here, by …

Combined Use Of Esculetin And Probiotics In Preventing Parkinson’S Disease In Mice, Shun Wan Chan, Meng Zhang, Huan Zhang

Department of Food and Health Sciences

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a prevalent neurodegenerative disorder affecting about 0.1-0.2% of the population, with a higher prevalence among the elderly [1]. As the disease progresses, its motor symptoms worsen, significantly impairing patients' self-care abilities and quality of life. Due to the lack of definitive early-stage diagnosis and effective treatments to slow neurodegeneration, developing preventive measures is essential to alleviate the social and economic burdens associated with PD. Emerging evidence suggests that dietary components, such as probiotics, can modulate the gut-brain axis to potentially prevent PD development. Previous research has highlighted esculetin, a natural coumarin, for its neuroprotective properties in …

Neuroprotective Effects Of Esculetin And Probiotics In 6-Hydroxydopamine-Induced Parkinson’S Disease, Shun Wan Chan, Hei Tung, Lydia Chan, Meng Zhang, Huan Zhang, Kam Wah, Daniel Mok

Department of Food and Health Sciences

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the progressive impairment of motor and non-motor functions, particularly affecting aging populations. Approximately 0.1-0.2% of the global population is impacted, with the rate significantly higher among the elderly. Currently, an estimated 10 million individuals are living with PD, a number projected to rise to 25 million by 2050 due to aging demographics. The burden is notably greater in males, and prevalence increases with age. As PD progresses, it leads to debilitating motor decline, severely compromising patients' independence and quality of life. These challenges are compounded by the current inability to definitively …