2025
Authors
Almeida, F; Morais, J;
Publication
E-LEARNING AND DIGITAL MEDIA
Abstract
Non-formal education seeks to address the limitations of formal education that do not reach all communities and do not provide all new competencies and capabilities that are essential for the integrated development of communities. The role of non-formal education becomes even more relevant in the context of developing countries where significant asymmetries in access to education emerge. This study adopts the Solutions Story Tracker provided by the Solutions Journalism Network to identify and explore solutions based on journalism stories in the non-formal education field. A total of 256 stories are identified and categorized into 14 dimensions. The findings reveal that practical, participatory, and volunteering dimensions are the three most common dimensions in these non-formal education initiatives. Furthermore, two emerging dimensions related to empowerment and sustainability are identified, allowing us to extend the theoretical knowledge in the non-formal education field. These conclusions are relevant for establishing public policies that can involve greater participation by local communities in non-formal education and for addressing sustainability challenges through bottom-up initiatives.
2025
Authors
Almeida, F;
Publication
Computers & Security
Abstract
2025
Authors
Schmitt, R; Pereira, EB; Almeida, F;
Publication
Evolving Strategies for Organizational Management and Performance Evaluation
Abstract
This chapter aims to analyze and map the behaviors and strategies employed by organizations recognized for their innovation, with the goal of developing a comprehensive innovation management framework. This framework is designed to merge innovation practices with elements of traditional management, creating a hybrid model to support companies, universities, and research institutes in fostering innovation. Rooted in an understanding of human evolution, the framework will reflect changes in needs, skills, and behaviors over time, enabling institutions to adapt their innovation strategies to align with societal and individual development. Adopting an interdisciplinary approach, it will integrate concepts from innovation, organizational management, and the human sciences to establish a structure that supports sustainable innovation while addressing contemporary challenges. © 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing.
2025
Authors
Kurteshi, R; Almeida, F;
Publication
Knowledge Sharing and Fostering Collaborative Business Culture
Abstract
2025
Authors
Guimarães, CM; Amorim, V; Almeida, F;
Publication
Springer Proceedings in Business and Economics - Human-Centred Technology Management for a Sustainable Future
Abstract
2024
Authors
de Sousa, JM; Almeida, F;
Publication
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INNOVATION SCIENCE
Abstract
PurposeThis study aims to identify and explore the factors affecting social entrepreneurial intentions considering an educational institution in Portugal. It also intends to determine the relevance of moderating factors in the antecedents and entrepreneurial intention of these students. Design/methodology/approachA panel of 177 undergraduate students enrolled in a social entrepreneurship course between the academic years 2018 and 2021 is considered. The data is explored quantitatively considering descriptive analysis techniques, correlational analysis and hypothesis testing. FindingsThe findings reveal that entrepreneurial intention depends on multiple individual, organizational and contextual dimensions. Students' entrepreneurial intention remains unchanged regardless of the student's profile. However, students' professional experience is a more relevant factor for the identification of organizational dimensions related to curriculum and critical pedagogy, while previous involvement in volunteer activities contributes to a higher prevalence of individual factors. Originality/valueTo the best of the authors' knowledge, this study is original in exploring the role of entrepreneurial intention and its antecedents considering a heterogeneous students' profile. It offers theoretical and practical contributions by extending the literature on social entrepreneurial intention that can be used by higher education institutions to offer specific training more focused on the student's profile.
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