2023 IRC Abstracts: Recent submissions
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Portfolios as a Student–Assessment Too
(2023-09-07)The current research was conducted to measure the impacts of the Portfolio Assessment on Higher National Diploma in Engineering Program (HNDE) learners using it as a continuous assessment method for the module Language ... -
Negative Effects of Integrating ChatGPT in the Higher Education System Concerning Achieving Resilience through Digitalization, Sustainability, and Sectoral Transformation
(2023-09-07)The integration of ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) in higher education has gained significant attention due to its potential for advancing digitization, sustainability, and sectoral transformation. However, ... -
mpact of Bank Finance, Government Support and Psychological Factors on Start-up Decision Making in Sri Lanka:
(2023-09)This research aims to test the impact of bank finance and government support on initiating entrepreneurial ventures and start-ups. This study used a quantitative approach. Data were collected through a survey method using ... -
Motivational Factors that Lead to Nature Based Adventure Activities with Sustainability and Technological Approaches
(2023-09-07)Tourism is one of the principal economic forms Nature-based adventure parks become a sustainable source of economic, social and environmental development linked through tourism. The present study aimed to identify the ... -
Leadership, Green Human Resource Management and Green Employee Engagement: Navigation of Sri Lanka Navy
(2023-09-07)Corporate and military settings are evolving to be more environmentally conscious. The aim of this study is to bridge the identified empirical research gap through a quantitative study. The identified research gap is ... -
Landslide for Education; A Case Study from the Mitigated Landslide at Kahagalla, Haputhale
(2023-09-07)Sri Lanka is a well-known country experiencing landslide disasters which are most com- mon. Hence, awareness or education in landslide hazards and disasters must be well established in the country. The importance of ... -
Investigating the Integration of Blended Learning Tools to Provide Formative Feedback on Students’ Writing in Secondary level English Language Teaching Textbooks in Sri Lanka
(2023-09-07)Blended learning is an educational model which makes use of both traditional face-to- face classroom settings and online learning environment. Blended learning approach provides more freedom to adjust the learning process ... -
Investigating the Features of Academic Writing in Research among Undergraduates
(2023-09-07)In academic settings, academic writing is a specialized style of writing that adheres to specific rules and guidelines. It is characterized by a formal and unbiased tone, precise terminology, and adherence to established ... -
Internet of Things Security Assessment and Mitigation Strategies for Resilient Military Operations
(2023-09-07)Military operations are increasingly reliant on Internet of Things (IoT) technology, demon- strating a combination of benefits and security risks. In order to comprehend the impact of operational resilience on IoT security ... -
Intelligent Traffic Management System for the Development of Smart Cities in Sri Lanka
(2023-09-07)Traffic congestion in Sri Lanka is a pressing issue that leads to wasted time, financial burdens, and disruption of personal schedules. The inadequate road infrastructure, underutilization of various travel information ... -
Influence on E-Service Quality of E-Tailors on E-Satisfaction and E-Repurchase Intention on Consumer Electronics Purchase Behaviour
(2023-09-07)The main goal of this study is to investigate the effects of e- service quality provided by e-tailors on consumer electronics on e- repurchase intention in Sri Lanka, with e- customer satisfaction acting as a mediator ... -
Hyperousiology of N¯ag¯arjunian Philosophy
(2023-09-07)N¯ag¯arjuna (ca. 150-250 CE) was a Buddhist philosopher and the founder of the M¯adhyamaka school of Mah¯ay¯ana Buddhism. His philosophy is based on the Buddhist theory of ‘dependent origination’ (pratitya-samutpada) and ... -
Female Visionary Leaders for Development: A Sociological Reading on Importance vs Reality of Gender, Development and State University Education in Sri Lanka – A Case Study
(2023-09-07)Visionary leadership is more about having a long-run vision. Sustainable development is a holistic approach to development. The country’s state universities provide free-of- charge higher education for selected students ... -
Factors to Consider: Promoting Speaking Competence of National Languages of Sri Lanka
(2023-09-07)he language factor is known to be a critical aspect in ethnocentric conflicts. Therefore, language barrier is a national-level problem in Sri Lanka regarding intercultural commu- nication and understanding. The purpose ... -
Factors Affecting the Effective Usage of Medical Equipment in Sri Lankan Hospitals
(2023-09-07)n Sri Lanka’s public hospitals, a large portion of the medical equipment is nonfunctional, unusable, or poorly maintained. It is of paramount importance to limit the nation’s resource wastage amid the current economic ... -
Exploring the Role of Anonymous Social Media Posts in Empowering Women Affected by Deception and Infidelity
(2023-09-07)Women affected by domestic threats, deception, infidelity, and the subsequent mental health consequences often face barriers in seeking support and sharing their experi- ences openly due to fear of judgment, stigma, and ... -
Examining Patient Contentment with the Quality of Nursing Care in the Public Healthcare Sector
(2023-09-07)Patient satisfaction has grown in popularity as a vital component of determining the quality of care. A crucial aspect of quality improvement involves comprehending the viewpoints of patients, as this approach is fully ... -
Evolving towards the Future: Internet of Things based Precision Aquaculture System
(2023-09-07)Humans and technology have been developing continuously from the prehistoric period to the present, and it has evolved into a key component for assisting with daily tasks in today’s world of technology. As an approach ... -
Effectiveness of Teaching Vocabulary Using Presentation, Production and Practice Approach in a Blended Learning Environment
(2023-09-07)Vocabulary is getting updated on a daily basis and the teachers’ role is vital in teaching vocabulary to the learners in the language classroom. Blended learning is a method that combines face to face learning and online ... -
Effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation in Managing Adjustment Disorder Among Apparel Sector Employees in Sri Lanka
(2023-09-07)The apparel sector takes its place among the largest industries in Sri Lanka, occupying 15% of the country’s labour force. The target-oriented nature of the apparel sector often requires employees to work under pressure ...