The depth and breadth of capitalism at the Cape
The Economic History Review, EarlyView.Abstract Limited liability company legislation was introduced to the Cape Colony in 1861. An amendment in 1892 led to wider adoption, expanding and diversifying the capital market. Using novel data from the Cape Joint Stock Archive between 1892 and 1902, this paper examines who invested, where capital flowed, and how these patterns shaped firm outcomes
Edward Kerby, Lloyd Melusi Maphosa
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Mapping Theoretical Frameworks of Positive Psychology in Second Language Acquisition Research: A Scoping Review. [PDF]
Psych JGao K, Zhang J.
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The Economic History Review, EarlyView.Abstract When studying French prices between 1938 and 1949, economists and historians face a paradox: whilst a vast black market shaped daily life, official indices recorded only state‐controlled prices. This article addresses the issue by introducing a new consumer price index that incorporates both official and black market prices.
Patrice Baubeau, Matéo Teixeira
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Unpacking grit in exam-oriented education: divergent roles of perseverance and consistency in foreign language achievement. [PDF]
BMC PsycholWeng TH, Peng J.
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A systematic review and meta-analysis on achievement emotions, working memory and student-teacher relationship during second language learning in primary school. [PDF]
PLoS OneTrotta E +5 more
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Trust and expatriation: An integrative review of the literature and a research agenda
European Management Review, EarlyView.Abstract Multinational enterprises need high‐status expatriates to enhance their workforce and improve coordination and control. Such employees face personal and socio‐political challenges that require the creation and sustenance of multipartite mutual trust between organisations and their expatriates, as well as host country nationals.
Maranda Ridgway +3 more
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The Impact of AI-Assisted Learning on the Agency of Foreign Language Learners: A Meta-Analysis. [PDF]
Behav Sci (Basel)Zai F, Zhou X.
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Classroom interaction and second language grit as predictors of college English achievement: the mediating role of learners' foreign language emotions. [PDF]
Front PsycholLu Q, Du Y, Zhai C, Liu W, Xu J.
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Editorial: Emerging issues in English language education with psycho-emotional traits in the spotlight: futurology in language studies. [PDF]
Front PsycholBarjesteh H +4 more
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How do grit and emotions shape university students' motivation in learning English as a foreign language? [PDF]
BMC PsycholSun Q, Yang K, Sun PP.
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