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Challenges of the internationalization strategy of a technology-based international new venture
Publication . Fernandes, Luciana C.; Pereira, Cristiana; Moreira, Antonio; Teixeira, N.; Costa, T.; Lisboa, I.
The present study seeks to analyze the behavior of a technological start-up regarding its entry modes in foreign markets. It is based on the case study of a company in the field of 3D printing and takes into account the analysis of topics such as the internationalization of start-ups and modes of entry in foreign markets, considering several theories of internationalization. As the company analyzed is a start-up, the research is supported by the analysis of the characteristics present in the process of internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The study closes with the conclusion that this SME matches the profile of an International New Venture/Born Global (INV/BG), although the company takes advantage of the network-based theory and relationship orientation to enter international markets. The most used mode of entry by the company in international markets has been exporting activities.
Exploring female entrepreneurship: addressing some misconceptions
Publication . Zakria, Muhammad; santos, Paulo Miguel Vila Nova dos; Moreira, Antonio; Mota, Jorge; Elisabete Pereira; P. Paolini
This chapter addresses some of the misconceptions regarding female entrepreneurship and how different notions in different contexts lay the ground for further misalignments in the entrepreneurial process. It also addresses how contextual issues affect social and economic underpinnings in different countries.
Stereotypes in traditional and modern societies and the barriers to gender equality results in unequal distribution of resources, which are further reflected on the characteristics of entrepreneurs leading to potential hindrances to female entrepreneurship from contextual issue. The need to recognize the diversity that exists among different contexts and the level of impact on female entrepreneurship is reflected on society. Finally, the chapter offers a tentative outlook for further research into female entrepreneurship through the discussion of contextual issues and conclusions.
Internationalization and higher education: the case of the University of Aveiro
Publication . Nogueira, Rosa; Moreira, Antonio; Machado, C.; Davim, P.
Education is the most successful strategy for a country’s growth and development. It is widely agreed that it is the most effective means that society possesses for dealing
with the challenges of the future. Nevertheless, higher education has been confronted and needs, therefore, to redefine its historic role as the center of universal knowledge
and understanding. This chapter analyzes the importance of internationalization on higher education institutions and enable us to better understand how they are changing as a consequence of the globalization process. Using the University of Aveiro as a case study, we will be studying what internationalization is in a higher education context and which rationales, approaches, and activities are associated with the internationalization process. Furthermore, the appropriateness of theories of internationalization specifically developed for business contexts will be portrayed at the end of the chapter.
A biblioteca escolar e a área disciplinar de Educação Moral e Religiosa Católica
Publication . Fernandes, Olinda Dourado; Bastos, Glória
O presente projeto de investigação teve como finalidade a criação e disponibilização de um conjunto de recursos pedagógicos, devidamente curados e desenvolvidos, que possam integrar a biblioteca escolar e apoiar eficazmente o desenvolvimento curricular da disciplina de Educação Moral e Religios a Católica (EMRC), nos anos terminais do 1.º ciclo e no 2.º ciclo do ensino básico. Com base na perceção dos alunos relativamente às tipologias, suportes e características dos materiais didáticos que mais facilitam a compreensão e promovem a motivação para a aprendizagem, foi aplicado um questionário inicial a seis turmas de EMRC.
A análise dos dados recolhidos permitiu a criação, adaptação e seleção de recursos pedagógicos, os quais serviram de base à lecionação das unidades temáticas selecionadas.
Estes recursos foram validados em contexto de sala de aula, através da sua aplicação direta e de métodos complementares de recolha de dados (questionários e observação
direta). O projeto envolveu duas turmas mistas de 3.º e 4.º anos, duas de 5.º ano e duas de 6.º ano, num total de seis grupos - turma.
Pretende-se que os recursos produzidos contribuam significativamente para o aumento da motivação dos alunos, para uma melhor compreensão dos conteúdos
curriculares e para uma aprendizagem mais ativa, reflexiva e significativa. A criação de um repositório a cessível na biblioteca escolar reforça o papel deste espaço como
mediador de literacias e promotor do sucesso educativo, em articulação com as diferentes áreas disciplinares, em particular com a disciplina de EMRC.
"Ordet" de Carl Dreyer: a figura de Inger com o ícone de santidade mariana
Publication . Bello, Maria do Rosário Lupi; UCP Editora
Análise da obra cinematográfica de Carl Dreyer "Ordet"/"A Palavra" com incidência na figura da personagem Inger, enquanto possível símbolo mariano.