Purpose – The aim of the present research study consists on understanding the impact of Instagram influencers on Generation Z purchasing intention. Their behaviors and perceptions are therefore strongly influenced by the information disseminated on the different platforms at each stage of the decision-making process. Design/methodology/approach – A conceptual framework explains online purchasing intentions determinants, and is reflected through influencers’ model and roles in enhancing such actions. Collected data makes it possible to confirm or refute the hypotheses formulated beforehand. ...

Online dating services replaced traditional matchmaking tools. The internet gave individuals the opportunity to be their own matchmakers and experience new online identities leaving room for different methods in the presentation of self. There are many studies done on the topic of online dating services however, none of them has discussed it in terms of identity, framing and its role in Lebanon. Using the uses and gratification and the framing theories this thesis examined how Lebanese adults frame themselves on online dating websites and applications and the gratifications they get from their ...

In this thesis, we investigate the use of neural networks for solving the Traveling Salesman Problem (TSP). First, we review the main elements of the theory of NP-completeness. Then, we explain what makes some problems computationally intractable. We review some heuristic approaches used to provide near-optimal solutions to NP-complete problems. Then, we introduce the topic of neural networks and describe some of the most popular neural network models. We pay a special attention to a recent model, named the Hybrid Neural Network model (HNN), used for solving optimization problems and the Hybrid ...

Persons with disabilities have the same rights and needs as others and face the same challenges. The following study is concerned with how persons with disabilities in different countries, especially in Lebanon, are being treated and the obstacles they face when they are integrated with the private and public sectors. The paper will highlight the discrimination in the field of work that involves disrupting equal opportunities to establish a working relationship and enjoy all rights in this field. The present study indicates the importance of education and the role of public and private schools ...

The teaching profession is broadly acknowledged to be a demanding and challenging profession. Job satisfaction and career decision have been one of the extensively studied concepts across different organizations, but is little dealt with in the teaching community. Research implies that teachers quit their jobs at twice the rate of other professions. Everyday teachers are faced with unjust decisions, not being appreciated, fewer opportunities for professional development, feeling stressed-out and dissatisfied which account to them at times quitting their jobs. Teachers' compensation and workplace ...

The formation of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has been hailed as one of the most significant developments and achievements toward the goal of achieving peace and justice for humality. The birth of this permanent international court has been very tedious and difficult, not to mention controversial. It is yet to be seen how the ICC will function and carry out its duties under the existing climate of political, security and legal apprehension. The objectives of my thesis are first to present a historical background made to establish the different International criminal Courts with an ...

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