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The Space Ontology International Journal has been accepted by the "Ministry of Science, Research and Technology" of Iran with the accreditation number of 3/18/1272 April 3,2017 as a "Scientific Research Journal". All issues published after Vol 5, Issue 4 Autumn 2016, this certificate is included.
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Space Ontology International Journal (SOIJ) published by Qazvin Islamic Azad University (located in Iran) is scholarly open access, peer-reviewed, quarterly, and fully refereed journal with a primary objective to provide the academic community for the submission of new ideas, the state of the art research results and fundamental advances in all aspects of Architecture, Urban Design, and Planning. The policy of peer review is Double-blinded. The journal welcomes all research papers from all over the world. The editorial board members are from diverse countries of the world. The journal tries to expedite the review process of received papers. SOIJ is promised to publish papers that are of enough conformity with the stated aims & scope. SOIJ is continuously trying to improve its processes with respect to the international standards of journals.
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1 - Assessing the effects of spatial land use distribution in pathway network on travel pattern of citizens (Case Study: Seventh district of Qom City)
Mahsa Mostaghim Manouchehr Tabibian Amir Gandomkar Shirin ToghyaniIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024Every day, millions of urbanists have contacts with the pedestrian and vehicled networks and various types of transportation and use urban transportation to meet a range of occupational, educational, shopping, recreational, and other needs; Not all of these have the sam MoreEvery day, millions of urbanists have contacts with the pedestrian and vehicled networks and various types of transportation and use urban transportation to meet a range of occupational, educational, shopping, recreational, and other needs; Not all of these have the same pattern in every urban districts and they are subject to various factors and variables. A bunch of these factors is subject to the spatial configuration elements, one of the most important of which is the configuration of land use in pathway network, which has been investigated in this study. Through studies of this field, one can assess the possible consequences of land use deployment on citizens’ travel pattern and determine how they should be distributed when promoting a sustainable travel pattern. For this purpose, the seventh district of Qom city has been studied as the Central Business District (C. B. D). The research process is descriptive-analytic and library and field studies are used to collect information. To analyze the data and test the hypotheses, Pearson correlation test and accordingly the multivariable regression analysis was implemented and computer software such as Gis, Spss Depth Map was used. The findings of the research indicate that there is a meaningful relationship between the urban travel pattern and the pattern of land use in the city and the study area. Manuscript profile -
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2 - Explaining the Pattern of Livability with Emphasis on Raise of Physical-Spatial Structure (Case Study: Rasht City’s Central District)
Mirnavid Mirhaghjou komele Shadi Pakzad Vahid Bigdeli RadIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024This research examines the livability of the existing neighborhoods of the central district of Rasht city and studies its features and characteristics and deals with the regular and systematic description of its current situation and explains the reasons for how and why MoreThis research examines the livability of the existing neighborhoods of the central district of Rasht city and studies its features and characteristics and deals with the regular and systematic description of its current situation and explains the reasons for how and why the problem situation and its dimensions. the research method is based on the purpose of the practical and on the causal nature. Using extensive library and field studies,the general aim of the research is to identify and analyze the existing livability of the neighborhoods in the central part of Rasht city and to understand the causes, processes and areas affecting the livability and the improvement of spatial and physical structure.Based on the inhabitants questionnaire with analyzing by one-sample t-test, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), Tukey's post hoc test, and Friedman's test by SPSS software, the mean value of the four dimensions, the livability of the neighborhoods in the central district of Rasht city is lower than the assumed mean. The social dimension with an mean of 2.46 has a more favorable state of livability and the environmental dimension with an mean of 2.08 has a more critical situation than other dimensions. Therefore, the livability of the neighborhoods in the central district of Rasht are considered unfavorable. In terms of overall livability, Rodbartan neighborhood is the most unfavorable with an mean of 2.07 and Chelekhane neighborhood is the most desirable with an mean of 2.78. The Friedman test comparing the average ratings of livability dimensions shows that the highest mean rating (3.90) is assigned to the physical spatial dimension and the lowest mean rating (1.30) is assigned to the environmental dimension affecting livability. Manuscript profile -
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3 - The emotional experience dimensions of the residents of apartment units during the coronavirus pandemic (case study: Tehran)
yeganeh khalili Ghasem MotalebiIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024During pandemics, people are more susceptible to high stress,which is caused by the dread of disease, the consequences of home quarantine,the illness and death of family members, remote work activities, and virtual schooling.As this might not be the last outbreak, we ne MoreDuring pandemics, people are more susceptible to high stress,which is caused by the dread of disease, the consequences of home quarantine,the illness and death of family members, remote work activities, and virtual schooling.As this might not be the last outbreak, we need to be well-equipped with greater adaptability and resilience.The research purpose is to investigate and then rank the components affecting the user's emotional experience (increasing relaxation and reducing stress) in the communal space of residential apartments in Tehran during pandemics.The ranking was based on the extent and type of psychological effect.This research seeks to answer the main question:What architectural components of the communal space of the apartment houses(living room),during the period of the coronavirus pandemic have an impact on creating or enhancing relaxation and decreasing the stress levels of residents?The research method is descriptive-analytical. Initially home-associated comforting components and recommended components for the pandemic era were scrutinized by reviewing the research literature.Moreover, components suggested by the authors were examined.The research components were classified into three categories: physical components, ensory components,and personal components.The components were evaluated through a qualitative interview with 10 architectural professors to confirm the validity of the research.Then, the data were collected and ranked through a qualitative questionnaire (including demographic information and Panas standard questions based on positive and negative emotional poles on a 10-point Likert scale) from a sample size of 405 people.The collected data were analyzed by SPSS using Shapiro-Wilk, Friedman, one-way ANOVA, unpaired t, Kruskal-Wallis, and Mann-Whitney U tests.The results show that the most important components affecting positive emotional experience include openable windows that facilitate the flow of fresh air, the entry of natural light, and a semi-open space (a terrace or balcony).However, partitioning and creating individual spaces and higher dimensions of proxemics to family members had the least priority on positive emotional experience Manuscript profile -
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4 - Explaining the Pattern of Identifying Urban Brands in the Direction of Developing Culture-based Tourism )Case study: Tabriz City)
Asghar Molaei Kasra KetabollahiIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024Urban branding is an important topic in the fields of urban planning; architectural signs; natural and geographical factors; events and occurrences; It is considered mass media. Considering the importance of this issue in urban identity building, tourism, and urban econ MoreUrban branding is an important topic in the fields of urban planning; architectural signs; natural and geographical factors; events and occurrences; It is considered mass media. Considering the importance of this issue in urban identity building, tourism, and urban economy, the current research aims to investigate important options at the level of Tabriz metropolis based on the criteria identified in this area and to specify the brand for one of the most important cities in northwest Iran.Therefore, using the snowball sampling method, 50 experts were identified in this field and the eleven criteria of the research included "Historical Landscape, Ritual Landscape, Cultural Landscape, Symbolic Landscape, Narrative Landscape, and Common Memories, Facilities and Services, Access, Economic Affordability, significance, personality and reputation, readability" based on 3 components "identity, function, distinction" were asked for 15 important elements of Tabriz in a qualitative rating scale of seven FUZZY degrees.By using the method of positive and negative preference, the aforementioned criteria, people's opinions were entered into the MsExcel software, and by calculating the steps of the FUZZY TOPSIS method, they were visualized graphically in the ArcMap software, and finally, the historical market of Tabriz, Eynali Collection and Eel Goli Park was assigned the first to third options in the branding of the city. Manuscript profile -
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5 - Beyond Green : A Comprehensive Approach to Urban green space Quality and tastes of users in Tehran
farzaneh azadi kianoush Suzanchi mahdi haghighatbin mahdi khansefidIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024The research tackles the pressing quality crisis in urban areas, particularly in green spaces. Landscape architects argue that the current approach lacks a comprehensive perspective, prompting the study to explore "landscape" from both objective and subjective MoreThe research tackles the pressing quality crisis in urban areas, particularly in green spaces. Landscape architects argue that the current approach lacks a comprehensive perspective, prompting the study to explore "landscape" from both objective and subjective angles. Systematically adopting visual and mental perspectives, the research aims to enhance urban space quality, emphasizing landscapes' dual nature beyond mere greenery. The primary goal of the study is to establish indicators for understanding and measuring landscape quality, drawing on the perceptions of local users of urban green spaces. This approach stresses the significance of considering both citizen perspectives and specialists in the field, treating urban spaces as landscapes. The research seeks to bridge the gap between the current and desired quality, ultimately improving the presence and usage of urban green spaces. The methodology involves a literature review for identifying qualitative indicators and exploring the relationship between them, along with a T-test to examine urban dwellers' preferences. In addition to these foundational aspects, the research findings reveal a pronounced quality imbalance between the two studied regions in Tehran (17 and 2). The observed disparities underscore significant differences in the tastes of urban dwellers and reveal a notable gap between these preferences and specialist beliefs, suggesting a potential avenue for achieving balance by concentrating on mediatory indicators. The study provides valuable insights for prioritizing key indicators based on user perspectives to enhance the quality of urban green spaces . Manuscript profile -
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6 - Investigating the Effects of Physical Factors on Promoting the Objective Dimension of Quality of Life for the Physical Environments of the Elderly (Case Study:Elderly Care Centers of Isfahan , Iran)
Atena sadat Hashemi Fesharaki Seyedeh Marzieh Tabaeian Samar Haghigi Boroojeni Maryam pourshamsIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024Care centers for older people are increasingly becoming important than ever before due to the growing rates of the elderly population and transforming familial functions with respect to older people care and also focus on architecture debates that involve comfort and co MoreCare centers for older people are increasingly becoming important than ever before due to the growing rates of the elderly population and transforming familial functions with respect to older people care and also focus on architecture debates that involve comfort and convenience for the elderly.In this connection,the present study aimed to examine the promotion of the objective dimension of quality of life in the physical environment of the elderly and its effects on their psychological health and physical needs.The present study was performed in two combined general sections.In the first section,the elderly were interviewed and theoretical studies were performed using qualitative and descriptive-analytical methods,while theme analysis was carried out to extract physical components.In the second section, quantitative methods and survey analyses(using 88 questionnaires)were used to investigate the views of the elderly about high-quality internal space features at care centers.The features were analyzed by confirmatory factor analyses and SPSS software,as well Student’s T Test.Findings indicated that based on the study’s methodology,the objective dimension of quality of life in the physical environments of the elderly was dependent on six main themes of permeability,environmental diversity,flexibility,visual proportions,sense of belonging,and safety and security.According to the themes obtained from the quantitative and qualitative results,it is critical to focus on the effects of physical factors on promoting the objective dimension of quality of life by facilitating movement in the environment,increasing the relationship between the environment and the surrounding,visual and social physical elements,changing spatial structures,etc.to meet the needs of the elderly and satisfy their safety standards. Manuscript profile
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1 - Evaluation of the quality of the third place for young people with an emphasis on promoting Social Resilience
Mohammadreza Mohammadi vosough Toktam HanaeeIssue 3 , Vol. 12 , Summer 2023Resilience stated that this word means the ability to return to the original state. Third places, hangouts, which all mean a home away from home, are effective in promoting social resilience, this research seeks to answer the main question of how the components of the t MoreResilience stated that this word means the ability to return to the original state. Third places, hangouts, which all mean a home away from home, are effective in promoting social resilience, this research seeks to answer the main question of how the components of the third place can affect promoting the social resilience of young people. In this regard, the Sajjad neighborhood of Mashhad city has been taken as a case study. This research collected information using the field and library method and by setting up a questionnaire with a sample size of 380 people randomly looking for the required information from the indicators in the youth age group and using the descriptive-analytical research method to analyze the collected data using SPSS and PLS. has been discussed, it should be mentioned that Bartlett and KMO tests were used in this research to check the reliability and validity. The results of the analysis of the information collected from the Sajjad neighborhood of Mashhad show that the best indicator for the social resilience of young people is the benefit of recreational spaces and paying attention to the physical design of third places, and for its improvement, it requires planning and planning in the realization of strategies such as the promotion of sociable use, Improving socializing spaces and increasing permeability and improving sociability hangouts, all of which are effective in improving the social resilience and social interactions of youth. Manuscript profile -
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2 - The Effect of Building Blocks Layout on Indoor Thermal Comfort and Energy Consumption of Building in the Humid Subtropical Climate of Caspian Coast
Zahra Sorayaei Raheleh Rostami Fatemeh Mozaffari GhadikolaeiIssue 3 , Vol. 12 , Summer 2023Cities use a lot of energy sources and they form more than 70 percent of global carbon emissions. It is very important to measure the relationship between urban form and energy consumption. The form of different building blocks in the city can create different microclim MoreCities use a lot of energy sources and they form more than 70 percent of global carbon emissions. It is very important to measure the relationship between urban form and energy consumption. The form of different building blocks in the city can create different microclimates and subsequently affect the thermal comfort and energy performance of each building. Building blocks form includes different variables. The purpose of the research was to predict the effect of the layout pattern of building blocks on the thermal conditions of the building and the annual energy consumption of the building. The general pattern of building block layout (discrete, linear, centripetal) and its characteristics, including length, depth and direction, were considered as independent variables of the research and the annual energy consumption of the building as a dependent variable. The thermal conditions in the building are based on the PMV thermal index as a mediating variable. This research is a quantitative study that includes a literature review and research and software analysis. Accordingly, the samples of building block layouts based on typical patterns in the study area located in the CFA climate were simulated using DesignBuilder software and the results were compared with each other results. Energy consumption results have shown a direct relationship with the thermal conditions of the building. The layout patterns of the building block in the form of a medium-depth centripetal (annual energy consumption: 52718.5 wh/m2) and a short-length linear (annual energy consumption: 54127 wh/m2) can be considered as favorable options in terms of annual energy consumption. Also, changing the direction of building blocks with a linear form causes a significant change in energy consumption (It increases by 10.7% compared to the short linear pattern), and in the discrete pattern, considering designing strategy like insulation for external walls are important to prevent heat loss. Manuscript profile -
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3 - Explaining the Pattern of Livability with Emphasis on Raise of Physical-Spatial Structure (Case Study: Rasht City’s Central District)
Mirnavid Mirhaghjou komele Shadi Pakzad Vahid Bigdeli RadIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024This research examines the livability of the existing neighborhoods of the central district of Rasht city and studies its features and characteristics and deals with the regular and systematic description of its current situation and explains the reasons for how and why MoreThis research examines the livability of the existing neighborhoods of the central district of Rasht city and studies its features and characteristics and deals with the regular and systematic description of its current situation and explains the reasons for how and why the problem situation and its dimensions. the research method is based on the purpose of the practical and on the causal nature. Using extensive library and field studies,the general aim of the research is to identify and analyze the existing livability of the neighborhoods in the central part of Rasht city and to understand the causes, processes and areas affecting the livability and the improvement of spatial and physical structure.Based on the inhabitants questionnaire with analyzing by one-sample t-test, one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), Tukey's post hoc test, and Friedman's test by SPSS software, the mean value of the four dimensions, the livability of the neighborhoods in the central district of Rasht city is lower than the assumed mean. The social dimension with an mean of 2.46 has a more favorable state of livability and the environmental dimension with an mean of 2.08 has a more critical situation than other dimensions. Therefore, the livability of the neighborhoods in the central district of Rasht are considered unfavorable. In terms of overall livability, Rodbartan neighborhood is the most unfavorable with an mean of 2.07 and Chelekhane neighborhood is the most desirable with an mean of 2.78. The Friedman test comparing the average ratings of livability dimensions shows that the highest mean rating (3.90) is assigned to the physical spatial dimension and the lowest mean rating (1.30) is assigned to the environmental dimension affecting livability. Manuscript profile -
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4 - Explaining the Theory-Practice Gap In Iranian Urban Design Projects Based on Communicative Theory
Saeede Alikaei Seyyed Ali Nouri Pantea Alipour KouhiIssue 4 , Vol. 9 , Autumn 2020Referring to the concepts of communicative theory, urban design introduced as an interdisciplinary knowledge that is involved in political and social struggles. so it cannot play a neutral and purely scientific role in practice, Due to direct interference in the interes MoreReferring to the concepts of communicative theory, urban design introduced as an interdisciplinary knowledge that is involved in political and social struggles. so it cannot play a neutral and purely scientific role in practice, Due to direct interference in the interests of various economic and social groups. The purpose of this study is to identify the basic concepts of communicative theory and to examine the application of these concepts in urban design projects in Iran. Therefore, by examining the philosophical theories affecting the communicative theory, the basic concepts and how these concepts are applied in the process of urban design are set, in the form of a conceptual framework. The developed conceptual framework provides the basis for the analysis and evaluation of selected projects in the next step by using directed qualitative content analysis method. The results show that by placing the most stages of urban design process in very low scale, the projects focused only on the technocratic aspects of process, and concepts of communicative theory such as power and its role in guiding process, empowerment and acquaintance of the society with their interests and expectations, and how to participate and follow it up in the form of a process of social learning have been neglected. While communicative theory, as a missing link in Iranian urban design project, with the reformulation of the relationship between space, designer, people and the institution of power, consider urban design as a product of processes in which competing discourses, based on communicative action, maximize their understanding scope by accepting multiple interest, and configure space in a participatory process. Accordingly by Ignoring the theoretical knowledge’s evolution in practice, the knowledge generated in practice will be subsequently incapable to develop and modify theoretical knowledge and consequently increase the gap between theory and practice. Manuscript profile -
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5 - Explaining the Pattern of Identifying Urban Brands in the Direction of Developing Culture-based Tourism )Case study: Tabriz City)
Asghar Molaei Kasra KetabollahiIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024Urban branding is an important topic in the fields of urban planning; architectural signs; natural and geographical factors; events and occurrences; It is considered mass media. Considering the importance of this issue in urban identity building, tourism, and urban econ MoreUrban branding is an important topic in the fields of urban planning; architectural signs; natural and geographical factors; events and occurrences; It is considered mass media. Considering the importance of this issue in urban identity building, tourism, and urban economy, the current research aims to investigate important options at the level of Tabriz metropolis based on the criteria identified in this area and to specify the brand for one of the most important cities in northwest Iran.Therefore, using the snowball sampling method, 50 experts were identified in this field and the eleven criteria of the research included "Historical Landscape, Ritual Landscape, Cultural Landscape, Symbolic Landscape, Narrative Landscape, and Common Memories, Facilities and Services, Access, Economic Affordability, significance, personality and reputation, readability" based on 3 components "identity, function, distinction" were asked for 15 important elements of Tabriz in a qualitative rating scale of seven FUZZY degrees.By using the method of positive and negative preference, the aforementioned criteria, people's opinions were entered into the MsExcel software, and by calculating the steps of the FUZZY TOPSIS method, they were visualized graphically in the ArcMap software, and finally, the historical market of Tabriz, Eynali Collection and Eel Goli Park was assigned the first to third options in the branding of the city. Manuscript profile -
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6 - A Critical View on New Urbanism Theory in Urban Planning: From Theory to Practice
Mitra Ghorbi Hamid MohammadiIssue 3 , Vol. 6 , Summer 2017In the wake of Jacobs’s criticisms of planning, planners increasingly felt a level of angst over, or even responsibility for, the condition of the city. Schooled in preparing and implementing plans and land use regulations, they appreciated the appeal of a new mov MoreIn the wake of Jacobs’s criticisms of planning, planners increasingly felt a level of angst over, or even responsibility for, the condition of the city. Schooled in preparing and implementing plans and land use regulations, they appreciated the appeal of a new movement that offered a simple, tangible, and marketable recipe for practice. New urbanism theory is one of the contemporary urban theories that developed as a movement within practice as a response to the failure of cities and suburbs in the mid-twentieth century. Now these questions take shape in a mind: May New Urbanism lead to Planning good community? How is new urbanism developing theory, and how does it contribute to our understanding of theory? How is planning theory responding to new urbanism and the insights its practice generates? These are questions that the paper tried to answer them. Using content analysis, various ideas and views about New Urbanism and its formation from theory to practice have been reviewed and criticized. We concluded that although the new urbanists want to turn the situation around and they envision cities without suburbs, but in practice, they could not make good community According to the principles that this normative theory committed. In present day most new urbanist projects have proven relatively homogeneous in composition. Rather than minimizing difference, new urbanist projects have sometimes exacerbated societal differences by creating enclaves of affluence in the urban environment. Manuscript profile -
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7 - The effect of educational background on students’ color preferences for improving the quality of learning in learning environments (A case study: undergraduate students majoring in computer and architecture in Mashhad)
Hooman Dehvari Iman Mirshojaeian hosseini Seyyed Mahdi MaddahiIssue 4 , Vol. 11 , Autumn 2022Research has shown the effect of classroom environment variables on students’ learning performance. Color, as a variable in the interior space, has great impacts on the audience’s perception of the environment. Using students’ color preferences in clas MoreResearch has shown the effect of classroom environment variables on students’ learning performance. Color, as a variable in the interior space, has great impacts on the audience’s perception of the environment. Using students’ color preferences in classes can have a significant effect on the quality of their learning. Numerous factors can affect people’s color preferences, but the question is whether educational background plays a role or not. The present study aims to evaluate the effect of educational background on students’ color preferences, so that an appropriate color will be chosen for classroom interiors to improve the quality of learning in educational environments based on the impact of choosing a given color. A total of 618 undergraduate participants majoring in computer sciences and architecture from both males and females were evaluated. In a qualitative questionnaire, students were asked to choose their first color preference as the color of the classroom interior, and then their favorite color was chosen from among the 12 main colors of the color cycle in addition to 3 achromatic colors. SPSS and Pearson's chi-squared test were used to evaluate this test. The results indicated that there is no significant relationship between students’ choice of color and their educational background in both majors (computer and architecture). However, the students’ color preferences in choosing a color for the interior of the classroom in both disciplines are affected by their educational background. This research helps us understand how to use color in the learning environments to increase the quality of learning. Manuscript profile -
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8 - The Effect of Integrated Teaching of Architectural Foundation Courses on the Creativity and Educational Motivation of novice Learners
Babak MotieiIssue 4 , Vol. 12 , Autumn 2024As a first lesson of architectural design, among the basic courses, the Architectural Basic Design is very important. Strengthening the power of visualization, imagination and thinking ability of students, understanding the structural elements of the building, dealing w MoreAs a first lesson of architectural design, among the basic courses, the Architectural Basic Design is very important. Strengthening the power of visualization, imagination and thinking ability of students, understanding the structural elements of the building, dealing with the physical areas, is the purpose of the Architectural Basic Design. The purpose of the study is trying to depict the effect of studio teaching methods (Integrated and disintegrated teaching of required courses), on the architecture students motivation and creativity. The following methods were quantitative. For this purpose, the exercises of the Architectural Basic Design, for students in their second semester by two methods of combination (simultaneous teaching of basic courses under a single program) and disintegration (Independent teaching of basic courses) has been considered. The test has been carried out by two groups of students in each of the above studio education systems. The Valrand motivation questionnaire and Abedi creativity questionnaire are used for the measurement of motivation and creativity. As a result, teaching Architectural Basic Design alongside other required parallel courses, increases intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and reduces their lack of motivation. With increasing motivation, novice learners will have the ability to create new ideas and will be able to expand it due to their abilities and this means that the creativity has increased. As a result, integrated education of basic courses is more dynamic education due to the increased motivation and creativity of the students. Manuscript profile -
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9 - The Right to the City: Developing a Framework to Analyze Environmental Justice
Maryam Afrouz Hassan SajadzadehIssue 1 , Vol. 10 , Winter 2021The unprecedented increase in urban population and the emergence of new issues in the lives of citizens have led to new concepts, such as “right to the city” in the urban planning literature. The answer to many failures of plans and programs in various field MoreThe unprecedented increase in urban population and the emergence of new issues in the lives of citizens have led to new concepts, such as “right to the city” in the urban planning literature. The answer to many failures of plans and programs in various fields, including environmental justice, can be found in the light of this concept. This paper has focused on the issue of environmental justice through a comprehensive view of the social and economic dimensions of the lives of different groups of city dwellers, and “the right to the city” has been identified as the most appropriate context for this purpose. This descriptive-analytical paper has used documentary studies and a review of the theoretical literature associated with the right to the city and environmental justice to extract the conceptual model indicating the explanation of components and their relationships, using the content analysis model. Finally, the proposed model showed that the establishment of environmental justice in cities requires the realization of the components of the right to the city. Manuscript profile -
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10 - Investigating the Effects of Physical Factors on Promoting the Objective Dimension of Quality of Life for the Physical Environments of the Elderly (Case Study:Elderly Care Centers of Isfahan , Iran)
Atena sadat Hashemi Fesharaki Seyedeh Marzieh Tabaeian Samar Haghigi Boroojeni Maryam pourshamsIssue 1 , Vol. 13 , Winter 2024Care centers for older people are increasingly becoming important than ever before due to the growing rates of the elderly population and transforming familial functions with respect to older people care and also focus on architecture debates that involve comfort and co MoreCare centers for older people are increasingly becoming important than ever before due to the growing rates of the elderly population and transforming familial functions with respect to older people care and also focus on architecture debates that involve comfort and convenience for the elderly.In this connection,the present study aimed to examine the promotion of the objective dimension of quality of life in the physical environment of the elderly and its effects on their psychological health and physical needs.The present study was performed in two combined general sections.In the first section,the elderly were interviewed and theoretical studies were performed using qualitative and descriptive-analytical methods,while theme analysis was carried out to extract physical components.In the second section, quantitative methods and survey analyses(using 88 questionnaires)were used to investigate the views of the elderly about high-quality internal space features at care centers.The features were analyzed by confirmatory factor analyses and SPSS software,as well Student’s T Test.Findings indicated that based on the study’s methodology,the objective dimension of quality of life in the physical environments of the elderly was dependent on six main themes of permeability,environmental diversity,flexibility,visual proportions,sense of belonging,and safety and security.According to the themes obtained from the quantitative and qualitative results,it is critical to focus on the effects of physical factors on promoting the objective dimension of quality of life by facilitating movement in the environment,increasing the relationship between the environment and the surrounding,visual and social physical elements,changing spatial structures,etc.to meet the needs of the elderly and satisfy their safety standards. Manuscript profile
