scholarly journals Cross-cultural neuropsychological assessment in the European Union: a Delphi expert study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanne Franzen ◽  
Janne M Papma ◽  
Esther van den Berg ◽  
T Rune Nielsen
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Neuropsychological Assessment ◽  
Ethnic Diversity ◽  
Normative Data ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Importance Rating ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Delphi Consensus ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Community Stakeholders

Abstract Objective The increasing ethnic diversity in the European Union (EU) calls for adaptations to neuropsychological assessment practices. The aims of this study were to examine the current state of cross-cultural neuropsychological assessment in EU-15 countries and to provide recommendations for researchers and policy makers. Method Twelve experts from nine EU-15 countries participated in a Delphi consensus study involving two sequential rounds of web-based questionnaires and an in-person consensus meeting. The experts individually rated Delphi topics on the basis of importance (scale 1–10). The degree of consensus was determined by assessing first and third quartiles (Q1 and Q3) and medians. Results Consensus outcomes showed the following priorities: (a) the development of tests (median importance rating 10, Q1-Q3: 9–10), (b) the collection of normative data (median importance rating 9, Q1-Q3: 8–10), and (c) more training, awareness, and knowledge regarding cross-cultural assessment among neuropsychologists in the EU (median importance rating 9, Q1-Q3: 8–10). Whereas memory tests were often available, tests measuring social cognition (median 9, Q1-Q3: 8–10) and language (median 9, Q1-Q3: 7–10) are particularly lacking. Recommendations were made regarding essential skills and knowledge necessary for cross-cultural neuropsychological assessment. Conclusions This study in a small group of experts suggests that the development and availability of cross-cultural tests and normative data should be prioritized, as well as the development and implementation of training initiatives. Furthermore, EU guidelines could be established for working with interpreters during neuropsychological assessment. Before implementing these recommendations, follow-up studies are recommended that include more minority neuropsychologists and community stakeholders.

scholarly journals EUROPEAN CROSS CULTURAL DIFFERENCIES VS. GERMAN AND ROMANIAN STYLE NEGOTIATIONS

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 51-57
Author(s):  
MARIANA BAICU
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
International Negotiation ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Cross Cultural Differences ◽  
Unity In Diversity ◽  
The Cross ◽  
European Family

Negotiation is a kind of communication between contractual partners having a target, a consensual objective to achieve. In an international negotiation, the businessmen have to know the culture of their partner in order to approach him according to his language, habits, traditions, moral and religious customs. In Europe we know two kinds of cultures: monochronic and polychronic cultures and some authors describe the cultural trinity (Northern, Central and Southern geographical oriented cultures). In the European Union the trend is to have UNITY IN DIVERSITY, proper to the prospective European family, defined by tolerance, understanding, competitive alliances and win-win negotiations. This goal will be achieved by knowing the cross cultural differences, playing the role of the adult negotiator, tolerant, knowing and understanding each other.

scholarly journals ANALYSIS OF TYPICAL LITHUANIAN FEATURES IN THE CONTEXT OF ACCESSION TO THE EUROPEAN UNION

2004 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 85-96
Author(s):  
Ligita Šimanskiene
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Personal Characteristics ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Typical Characteristic ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Characteristic Features ◽  
Correct Reasoning ◽  
Cultural Features

The work reviews the influence of cross‐cultural features in management in the context of globalization. The work analyses the particular characteristics of a national stereotype of a Lithuanian based on the survey of other authors. Several hypotheses have been suggested based on SPSS programmer during the survey. The research has corroborated that the correct reasoning of typical characteristic features of a Lithuanian depends on age, position, sex, while the hypothesis 4, asserting that the correct reasoning of typical characteristic features of a Lithuanian depends on education, hasn't been corroborated according to statistics and the variety of answers was due to different personal characteristics of respondents. Also the work analyses future forecasts for Lithuania in the European Union.

scholarly journals Prospects for Cross-Cultural Business Cooperation in the Context of Ukraine’s European Integration

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (520) ◽  
pp. 371-377
Author(s):  
D. S. Lifintsev ◽  
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T. P. Blyznyuk ◽  
M. O. Kokhan ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
European Integration ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Potential Interaction ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Cultural Interaction ◽  
National Economic ◽  
High Level

The research is aimed at studying and analyzing the attitude of the Ukrainian generation Z to potential cooperation with partners from the countries of the European Union. The article identifies and analyzes the priority of choosing specific countries for cooperation, as well as the motives of such a choice. To verify the hypotheses formulated in the course of research, empirical data collection was carried out by conducting an online survey using the survio.com. 403 respondents took part in the survey: 97 boys (24.1%) and 306 girls (75.9%). The respondents were students of Kyiv National Economic University named after Vadym Hetman (n = 130), Lviv National University named after Ivan Franko (n = 108), Kharkiv National Economic University named after S. Kuznets (n = 165). The results of the research showed that the vast majority of respondents are positive about cooperation with partners from the European Union countries. The research displayed that Ukrainian students are most interested in cooperation with partners from Germany, Sweden, Austria, France and Italy. It is worth noting that the countries that took the two highest positions in the overall ranking (Germany and Sweden), as well as France, which shared the overall third place with Austria, were in the top 5 according to the survey results in each of the three cities where it was conducted, i.e.: Kyiv, Lviv, Kharkiv. The respondents who have no experience of cross-cultural interaction also expressed a desire to interact with partners from the EU countries. At the same time, the top 5 countries that are interesting for potential interaction, according to these respondents, completely coincide with the overall top five. Among the main motives for choosing countries priority for business interaction, the respondents defined the following: «General positive impression of the country», «High level of economic development of this country», «Reliability of partners from this country», and «High probability of profit from interaction with partners from this country». Ukrainian youth are interested in cooperation with business partners from the countries of the European Union, which is extremely important in view of the European integration of our country. Among the countries that students have identified as priorities for business interaction are both lower-context Germany, Sweden and Austria, and higher-context France and Italy. This once again demonstrates the importance of professional preparation for cross-cultural interaction and the acquisition by Ukrainian students of the competencies of doing business in a global multicultural business environment.

scholarly journals ‘Did I pass the licensing exam?’ aspects influencing migrant physicians’ results: a mixed methods study

BMJ Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. e038670
Author(s):  
Linda Sturesson ◽  
Andreas Heiding ◽  
Daniel Olsson ◽  
Terese Stenfors
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Strong Predictor ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Pass Rate ◽  
European Economic Area ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Economic Area ◽  
The Eu

ObjectivesMigrant physicians (MPs) who wish to practise their profession in a new country often must undergo a recertification process, including a licensing exam. In many cases, this is the same licensing exam used for peers educated within the country; however, the pass rate of MPs is usually lower. This study aimed to explore MPs exam results, focusing on MPs that had participated in a complementary programme (CPP) for physicians with a medical degree from outside the European Union/European Economic Area (EU/EEA), and aspects that may influence these.MethodsMixed methods were applied. The data consisted of 2013 to 2019 licensing exam results of 564 physicians in Sweden that were educated outside of the EU. The data was analysed using linear and logistic regression analysis. Further, 14 interviews with MPs were conducted and thematically analysed.ResultsAn interaction between age and CPP participation was found for both the total score in per cent (p=0.01) and for the proportion failing their first attempt (p=0.04). Age was found to be a very strong predictor for failing on the first attempt, with those 45 and older failing on the first attempt in 72 and 82 per cent for CPP and non-CPP participants, respectively. Interview data was categorised into two themes: preparations and biographical aspects, and the exam and exam situation.ConclusionsAge seems to be an important predictor for failing the first attempt. MPs have had less time to familiarise themselves with the exam type and the language used on the exam. To improve exam results, MPs used different strategies and tools, that is, studying with nationally trained physicians, and using old exams and a web-based study tool consisting of common exam subjects. At the same time, these strategies and tools have also become mediators in the socialisation of MPs into the exam context.

Education and Training Initiatives for Crisis Management in the European Union: A Web-based Analysis of Available Programs

2014 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-126 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pier Luigi Ingrassia ◽  
Marco Foletti ◽  
Ahmadreza Djalali ◽  
Piercarlo Scarone ◽  
Luca Ragazzoni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Crisis Management ◽  
Disaster Management ◽  
Education And Training ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Web Based ◽  
Eu Countries ◽  
Competency Based ◽  
And Training ◽  
The Eu

AbstractIntroductionEducation and training are key elements of disaster management. Despite national and international educational programs in disaster management, there is no standardized curriculum available to guide the European Union (EU) member states. European- based Disaster Training Curriculum (DITAC), a multiple university-based project financially supported by the EU, is charged with developing a holistic and highly-structured curriculum and courses for responders and crisis managers at a strategic and tactical level. The purpose of this study is to qualitatively assess the prevailing preferences and characteristics of disaster management educational and training initiatives (ETIs) at a postgraduate level that currently exist in the EU countries.MethodsAn Internet-based qualitative search was conducted in 2012 to identify and analyze the current training programs in disaster management. The course characteristics were evaluated for curriculum, teaching methods, modality of delivery, target groups, and funding.ResultsThe literature search identified 140 ETIs, the majority (78%) located in United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Master level degrees were the primary certificates granted to graduates. Face-to-face education was the most common teaching method (84%). Approximately 80% of the training initiatives offered multi- and cross-disciplinary disaster management content. A competency-based approach to curriculum content was present in 61% of the programs. Emergency responders at the tactical level were the main target group. Almost all programs were self-funded.ConclusionAlthough ETIs currently exist, they are not broadly available in all 27 EU countries. Also, the curricula do not cover all key elements of disaster management in a standardized and competency-based structure. This study has identified the need to develop a standardized competency-based educational and training program for all European countries that will ensure the practice and policies that meet both the standards of care and the broader expectations for professionalization of the disaster and crisis workforce.IngrassiaPL, FolettiM, DjalaliA, ScaroneP, RagazzoniL, DellaCorte F, KaptanK, LupescuO, ArculeoC, von ArnimG, FriedlT, AshkenaziM, HeselmannD, HreckovskiB, Khorrram-ManeshA, KomadinaR, LechnerK, PatruC, BurkleFMJr., FisherP. Education and training initiatives for crisis management in the European Union: a web-based analysis of available programs. Prehosp Disaster Med. 2014;29(2):1-12.

scholarly journals Education and Training Initiatives for Crisis Management in the European Union: A Web-based Analysis of Available Programs—CORRIGENDUM

2014 ◽  
Vol 29 (4) ◽  
pp. 438-438
Author(s):  
Pier Luigi Ingrassia ◽  
Marco Foletti ◽  
Ahmadreza Djalali ◽  
Piercarlo Scarone ◽  
Luca Ragazzoni ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Crisis Management ◽  
Education And Training ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Web Based ◽  
And Training

Youngsters and cinema in the European Union: A cross-cultural study on their conceptions and knowledge about cinema

2018 ◽  
Vol 80 (8) ◽  
pp. 714-745
Author(s):  
María T Soto-Sanfiel ◽  
Isabel Villegas-Simón ◽  
Ariadna Angulo-Brunet
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
Cultural Study ◽  
Secondary Students ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Artistic Value ◽  
Cross Cultural Study ◽  
Academic Information ◽  
The Relationship

Within the framework of the Creative Europe programme, and due to the inexplicable lack of current academic information on the topic, this exploratory cross-cultural study seeks to advance the understanding of the relationship between European adolescents and cinema through a sample of 937 secondary students from eight countries of the European Union. Specifically, the research contributes to the identification of young people’s conceptions of the artistic value and functions of cinema, their knowledge of cinematography and their opinions about national, European or foreign cinema. In addition, it explores the extent to which these factors are alike and differ according to nation. The results of this work are relevant for academics from different disciplines, regulators, educators and members of the audiovisual industry.

Border Crossings: The First Twenty-Five Years

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-158
Author(s):  
Michael Walling
Keyword(s):  
European Union ◽  
First Nations ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Border Crossings ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Intercultural Performance ◽  
Artistic Director ◽  
The Relationship

Michael Walling here looks back over the first twenty-five years of Border Crossings, the company he founded in 1995. The article explores the company’s intercultural remit, placing it within the wider context of multicultural and intercultural performance and policy, and the relationship between intercultural theory and practice. Structural questions around finance and organization are juxtaposed with an assessment of the dynamics of cross-cultural devising and the ethics of these collaborations. This article also explores Border Crossings’ text-based work, its curation of the ORIGINS Festival of First Nations and related ceremonies, and the company’s direct engagement with policy in the European Union. It is accompanied by a comprehensive chronology of the company’s productions. Michael Walling is Artistic Director of Border Crossings and Visiting Professor at Rose Bruford College. He has directed numerous productions across four continents, including opera as well as theatre.

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