RINTERPAP - Revista Interdisciplinar de Pesquisas Aplicadas

THE CHINESE UNIQUENESS AND LESSONS FOR BRAZILIAN DEVELOPMENT

2026-06-30T13:49:46+00:00

The rise of contemporary China is a phenomenon capable of stimulating researchers and scholars in various parts of the world. Since the revolution that brought the Communist Party to power in 1949, the People's Republic of China has generated debates about its direction, from the Cold War to the end of real socialism. The Chinese experience, therefore, is worthy of reflection on how to overcome backwardness and poverty within a system that is not easy to define. State capitalism or market socialism? This article seeks to reveal aspects of Chinese uniqueness and propose lessons for Brazilian development.

360° LEADERSHIP IN AFRICAN EDUCATIONAL CONTEXTS

2026-01-11T16:11:42+00:00

Contemporary organizations face economic, financial, and social challenges that require effective leadership at all hierarchical levels. Traditionally, leaders are perceived as individuals situated at the top or as holders of control over specific groups, whether in religious, associative, or corporate contexts. In this scenario, 360° leadership emerges as a relevant concept, allowing an understanding of how influence can be exercised upward, laterally, and downward within the organization, regardless of formal position. This study was conducted at Externato Fátima, in the city of Matola, Mozambique, adopting a mixed-methods approach, combining structured questionnaires with open and closed questions, semi-structured interviews, and participant observation as data collection instruments. The results indicate that 360° leaders can be identified at any organizational level operational, intermediate, or top demonstrating that any employee, with adequate development, can exercise influence, self-management, and effective leadership, confirming the applicability of Maxwell’s model in the Mozambican educational context.

ACCEPTANCE AND USE OF MANDATORY INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR

2026-07-02T13:50:25+00:00

The mandatory implementation of enterprise resource planning systems in the Brazilian federal public sector, often motivated by regulatory requirements, has received limited analysis from the perspective of psychosocial factors that precede technology acceptance by end users. This article empirically analyzes the psychosocial antecedents of the compulsory use of an electronic time attendance system implemented in a Brazilian federal autarchy of education, science and technology. Drawing on the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), the study proposes a model adapted to the mandatory use context, with the theoretically and empirically justified removal of the Social Influence and Facilitating Conditions constructs and the reincorporation of Attitude, Self-efficacy and Anxiety. The model was tested using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), with data from a survey of 446 public servants. The results support seven of the ten proposed hypotheses, identifying Performance Expectancy and Attitude as direct predictors of Use Behavior, with Anxiety operating indirectly through Attitude and Effort Expectancy. The study concludes that, in compulsory contexts, technology use does not equate to acceptance, and that managers should prioritize communicating system utility and caring for users' emotional experience.

THE INFLUENCE OF BENEFITS ON THE MOTIVATION AND RETENTION OF PROFESSIONALS IN ORGANIZATIONS

2025-11-14T14:54:17+00:00

The present study analyzed the influence of the benefits offered by companies on the motivation and retention of talent, considering the professional experience of students enrolled in the Business Administration program at a public higher education institution located in the northern region of the state of Paraná. To achieve this, a quantitative and descriptive survey-based research methodology was applied. The results of the analyses, using a descriptive statistical approach, revealed a high level of satisfaction among these students regarding the companies where they are currently employed, with predominantly positive responses in factors such as appreciation and motivation within the work environment. It was possible to identify that most research participants receive at least some type of salary complement. In this regard, it was observed that many are satisfied with the benefits provided. The most frequently mentioned benefits were meal vouchers, medical and dental plans, transportation vouchers, and profit- and results-sharing programs, suggesting that these aspects directly influence their decision to remain with the company. However, most respondents reported that, among the financially related factors, salary increases are the main aspect that should be improved to ensure the retention of professionals. In general, it was found that students’ motivation and satisfaction with their organizations regarding the benefits received are positive, and this is directly linked to talent retention, although there are always scenarios that require more detailed investigation.

PERCEPTION OF EMOTIONAL LABOR AND WORK ENGAGEMENT IN THE PUBLIC SERVICE CONTEXT

2026-03-21T19:43:45+00:00

In the context of serving the public, the way organizations communicate and relate to their customers makes all the difference, not only at the time of purchase, but also in terms of loyalty, ensuring that the customer buys again and brings new business opportunities. Research has shown that emotional aspects of work play a central role in customer service functions. The study aimed to understand the extent to which emotional labor is related to work engagement. Data were collected through a physical and online questionnaire, in which 107 individuals participated in the context of customer service. A multiple regression was performed to test the first hypothesis, a repeated measures ANOVA was carried out to test the second hypothesis, and finally an independent samples t‑test was used to find out which gender expresses more emotional dissonance. The results show a positive and significant relationship between emotional labor and work engagement, where the negative emotions dimension negatively predicts work engagement, positive emotions are the most used emotional labor strategy, and women express more emotional dissonance compared to men

FROM THE THERMOSCOPE TO THE THERMOMETER: A PROPOSAL THROUGH TEACHING BY RESEARCH

2025-10-27T20:38:22+00:00

The objective of this article is to present the planning, execution, and results of the application of a SEI (Investigative Teaching Sequence), addressing thermology content through the "Galileo Thermoscope" experiment, using Investigative Demonstration and Open Laboratory methodology, and including the assembly of a simple thermometer. The intervention was developed within the context of the Instrumentation for Physics Teaching course and was implemented in a second-year high school class of the xx. A total of eight thermoscopes were used, with the class divided into groups. The results of the analyses showed evidence of conceptual, attitudinal, and procedural learning, as well as student motivation and engagement.

EXTREME CLIMATE EVENTS AND AGRI-FOOD VULNERABILITY IN SOUTHERN MOZAMBIQUE

2026-04-09T18:09:34+00:00

This study analyzed the effects of floods that occurred in early 2026 on agricultural production, food circulation, and food security in southern Mozambique, focusing on the provinces of Gaza and Maputo. The research adopted an exploratory, descriptive, and explanatory design with a mixed-methods approach. A purposive, non-probabilistic sample comprised 146 participants directly affected by the floods, including 92 smallholder farmers and 54 traders and agricultural intermediaries.Data collection combined secondary data review, structured questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and focus groups. Quantitative analysis measured production losses, logistical disruptions, income variations, and price fluctuations of staple foods, while qualitative analysis explored perceptions and adaptation strategies.The findings revealed significant losses in rice, maize, and bean production. More than half of the main distribution routes were either severely damaged or inaccessible, increasing transportation costs and post-harvest losses. Average household income declined by approximately 35%, while staple food prices rose between 25% and 40%, leading to shortages in local markets. Increased risks of child malnutrition and waterborne diseases were also observed.The study concludes that extreme climate events simultaneously affect production, food circulation, and economic well-being, highlighting the need for integrated public policies aimed at strengthening infrastructure, logistics, and the resilience of agri-food systems.