Sector-Specific Associations, Trust, and Survival of PPPs: A Behavioral Experiment Based on the Centipede Game

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristina S Weißmüller ◽  
Rick Vogel
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Behavior ◽  
Behavioral Experiment ◽  
Theoretical Understanding ◽  
Administrative Behavior ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Theoretical Concepts ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Micro Level ◽  
Behavioral Mechanisms ◽  
Micro Foundations

Abstract Public-private partnerships (PPPs) have become widespread in the delivery of public services. This study explores behavioral mechanisms of building and eroding trust in partnering across sectors at the micro-level of interaction between public and private partners. Combining classic theoretical concepts on the development of interorganizational trust and administrative behavior, this study derives theory suggesting that partners’ sector affiliation may have adverse signaling effects on individuals’ intention to uphold effective partnerships over time, and that this intent may be moderated by sector-specific associations. Tested with a novel and dynamic multi-stage behavioral experiment based on the classic centipede game conducted with German graduate students (N = 482; Obs. = 4,338), results suggest that sector affiliation functions as a strong but potentially misleading signal for partners’ strategic behavior in PPPs and that sector-specific associations asymmetrically moderate respondents’ will to collaborate. These findings contribute to a more nuanced theoretical understanding of the micro-foundations of strategic behavior, particularly at nascent stages of PPPs, calling into question basic assumptions about coordination efficiency in cross-sectoral partnerships.

scholarly journals Using Systems Thinking to Improve Tourism and Hospitality Research Quality and Relevance: A Critical Review and Conceptual Analysis

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 153-172
Author(s):  
Gianna Moscardo
Keyword(s):  
Systems Thinking ◽  
Critical Review ◽  
Systems Approach ◽  
Problem Area ◽  
Theoretical Development ◽  
Research Quality ◽  
Theoretical Understanding ◽  
Theoretical Concepts ◽  
Tourism And Hospitality ◽  
Published Research

This paper argues that that much published tourism and hospitality research has had little influence on tourism or hospitality practice especially with regard to the problems of sustainability because of a failure to use systems thinking to guide research questions and approaches. This critical review and conceptual paper demonstrates how a systems thinking approach could be used to improve both the relevance of, and theoretical development in, tourism and hospitality research in the area of sustainability. This paper reviewed recent published research into tourism’s social impacts to demonstrate the power of taking a systems approach to map out the research problem area. It then critically reviewed the use of concepts from psychology in published research into guest engagement in sustainability programs in hospitality businesses to demonstrate the value of systems thinking for organising theoretical concepts. In both of the reviewed areas the overwhelming conclusion was that the majority of the research lacked both practical relevance and was based on inappropriate or deficient theoretical understanding.

scholarly journals Transformations in Breakthrough Research: The Emergence of Mirnas as a Research Routine in Molecular Biology

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 127-146 ◽  
Author(s):  
Paweł Kawalec
Keyword(s):  
Public Management ◽  
New Public Management ◽  
Science Studies ◽  
Theoretical Understanding ◽  
Social Studies Of Science ◽  
New Public ◽  
Quantitative Analyses ◽  
Micro Level ◽  
Emerging Topics

Abstract Of the three main areas of science studies that emerged after WWII (Kawalec, 2018), namely social studies of science, economics of knowledge and scientometrics, it was the latter that gained particular prominence in science policy around the 1990’s with the advent of New Public Management (Pollitt, Thiel, & Homburg, 2007). One of its focal areas has been identification of emerging topics in science. They are incessantly assumed to be an outcome of a simple cumulative progress of scientific knowledge (Price, 1976; Merton, 1988; Bird, 2007; Fochler, 2016). In my paper I challenge this assumption of simple cumulativity and argue that the emergence of breakthrough topics in science is preceded by a sequence of transformation phases. Using the example of “microRNA&cancer” as an emergent topic identified by a quantitative analysis of a large dataset of publications (Small et al. 2014) I demonstrate that the proposed analysis of transformation phases complements big data quantitative analyses with theoretical understanding of the dynamics mechanism and, in effect, leads to a more adequate characterization of the topic itself as well as a more precise identification of the source publications. While the proposed method uses a more complex (meso-level) unit of analysis (i.e. “research routines”) instead of citations and co-occurrence of single publications (micro-level), it integrates quantitative with qualitative analyses.

It’s (Not) Over: Relationship Instability and Recovery Between Victims and Detained Domestic Abusers

2015 ◽  
Vol 33 (10) ◽  
pp. 1679-1699
Author(s):  
Christin L. Carotta ◽  
Amy E. Bonomi ◽  
Meghan A. Lee ◽  
Lynsey A. Terrell
Keyword(s):  
Sensitive Period ◽  
Data Set ◽  
Theoretical Understanding ◽  
Physical Separation ◽  
Violent Relationships ◽  
Multiple Strategies ◽  
Micro Level ◽  
Relationship Instability ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Interactional Patterns

We used an innovative data set involving audio-recorded conversations between abusers and victims to explore the interactional patterns that occur within violent relationships, following severe violence and the abuser’s detainment. Using micro-level conversational data, our analysis sequenced the hopes/desires that victims and abusers expressed around their expectations for continuing or discontinuing a connection with each other. Conversations commonly included an expressed statement to end the relationship. Although it was common for both victims and abusers to express hope of ending the relationship, victims were most likely to initiate this desire. In response, abusers used multiple strategies to regain connection, including 1) challenging the victim, 2) declaring love or a desire to continue the relationship, 3) appealing for sympathy or help from the victim, and 4) mirroring or accepting the victim’s desire to end the relationship (when other strategies were unsuccessful). Abusers’ responses served to cultivate additional conflict in the relationship while at the same time maintained communication and facilitated relationship recovery following threats of dissolution. These findings contribute to an increased theoretical understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence in the sensitive period involving the couple’s physical separation.

scholarly journals KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT AND PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUMSIZED ENTERPRISES: LESSONS FROM TANZANIAN BAKERIES

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-93
Author(s):  
Kafigi Jeje ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Management Strategies ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
The Right

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises around the globe have for years been struggling to realize competitiveness. Literature proposes knowledge management as one of the drivers of their performance. However, most of these SMEs still face challenges in ascertaining the right knowledge management strategies that would influence their performance and competitiveness. The study seeks to find the contribution of knowledge management strategies on SME performance. It intends to draw lessons from the operations and practices of small and mediumsized bakeries in Tanzania. It has adopted a mixed research methods, and a multi-stage sampling technique and ultimately received responses from 161 questionnaires, and 20 in depth interviews from bakery owners/managers throughout Tanzania. By employing a moderator analysis which is preceded by principal component analysis, and the qualitative content analysis (manifest analysis), the study is able to establish that both the owner/manager’s education, and business experience, moderate the relationship between knowledge management strategies and SME performance. This study’s argument lies in the fact that the knowledge management practices need to be enhanced in order to drive SME competitiveness. The study also argues that the initiatives to enhance these practices need the support of all relevant players in SME development, including the policy development practitioners from both public and private sectors.

scholarly journals Why do voters vote? Theoretical concepts and experimental results

2021 ◽  
Vol 52 (4) ◽  
pp. 204-226
Author(s):  
A.P. Zaostrovtsev ◽  
◽  
V.V. Matveev ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Methodological Individualism ◽  
Experimental Results ◽  
The Other ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Relational Goods ◽  
Theoretical Concepts ◽  
Private Goods ◽  
Consistent Solution ◽  
Theoretical Finding ◽  
The One

The article examines the evolution of the analysis of voters’ behavior when searching for an answer to the question: Why does the a voter vote? It is shown how the approach to the voter as a rational egoistic investor gave rise to what is commonly called the “voter’s paradox” in political and economic theory. Further search was aimed at explaining this paradox. On the one hand, the concept of an expressive voter appears, who expresses himself through participation in elections, on the other hand, we are talking about an altruistic voter who overcomes egoism. The latest theoretical finding was the explanation of participation in voting by attracting “relational goods” that differ in their qualities from both public and private goods. With this approach, the “voter’s paradox” finds the most consistent solution. And it is in this approach the shift from methodological individualism to institutional individualism is most clearly manifested. The authors of the article highlight this shift as a new trend in explaining the reasons for voting. At the same time, it is argued that the considered conceptual diversity is a reflection of the multidimensional features of human nature, and it is this fact that gives rise to the ambiguity and contradiction of experimental results.

scholarly journals Proinnovative Policy and the National Innovation System a case study from Poland

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 11-40
Author(s):  
Leszek Kwieciński
Keyword(s):  
Early Stage ◽  
Innovation System ◽  
Functional System ◽  
National Innovation System ◽  
Current Status ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Holistic Management ◽  
Stage Of Development ◽  
Multi Stage ◽  
Wide Range

Abstract The article explores the main elements of the creation a proinnovation policy in Poland as a new case of public policy. It analyses the current status of proinnovation policy in Poland and the relationships implicit in the Polish National Innovation System. The findings support the conclusion that Polish proinnovation policy and the system through which it is enacted are at an early stage of development which is characteristic of co-called ‘catching-up’ countries. The findings show that there is a need for the strategic and holistic management of this type of sub-functional system to enable it to support SMEs in the development of their capacity for innovation. This should include a wide range of public and private institutions in the context of multi-stage governance.

scholarly journals Students’ mathematics achievement in Mindanao context: A meta-analysis

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 148-159
Author(s):  
Roar Abalos Callaman ◽  
Estela Corro Itaas
Keyword(s):  
Mathematics Achievement ◽  
Hierarchical Linear Modeling ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Effect Sizes ◽  
Linear Modeling ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Public And Private ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Learning Attitudes ◽  
Multi Stage

Over the years, there have been several studies exploring the factors affecting mathematics achievement. However, no study, specifically in the Mindanao context has attempted to summarize or illustrate the model for these sets of studies. This study aims to analyze the overall effect size of the factors on the student’s achievement in mathematics. The causal-comparative research design was utilized to synthesize the existing research about the student-related, teacher-related, and school-related factors that have -greatly influenced students’ mathematics achievement. Through the use of a multi-stage sampling design, 200 existing studies were funneled down to 50 with 158 effect sizes which met the inclusion criteria coming from the different colleges and universities in Mindanao. To determine the significant factors be included in the model that significantly influence students’ achievement, Hierarchical Linear Modeling (HLM) was utilized. The findings revealed that the overall effect sizes have a small effect on mathematics achievement. On the other hand, mathematical skills, attitude, and self-efficacy are found to be the predictors of students’ mathematical achievement. Further, it was concluded that the type of school where the student is studying could cause significant variation in the effect sizes. It is recommended that educational institutions may review regularly the curriculum addressing the disparity of achievement between public and private schools. Also, teachers may utilize varied teaching strategies so that students would develop interest and positive learning attitudes towards mathematics.

Institutional complexity and CSR practices: evidence from a developing country

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 655-680
Author(s):  
Ahmed Diab ◽  
Abdelmoneim Bahyeldin Mohamed Metwally
Keyword(s):  
Political Institutions ◽  
Institutional Environment ◽  
Economic Activities ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Theoretical Concepts ◽  
Present Complex ◽  
Micro Level ◽  
Economic Perspectives ◽  
Corporate Social

PurposeThe study aims to investigate the appearance of corporate social and environmental responsibility (CSER) practices in a context where economic, communal and political institutions are highly central and competing with each other.Design/methodology/approachTheoretically, the study draws upon the institutional logics perspective and the theoretical concepts of logics centrality and compatibility to understand how higher-order institutions interact with mundane CSER practices observed at the case company's micro level. Empirical data were solicited in an Egyptian village community, where fishing, agriculture and especially salt production constitute the main economic activities underlying its livelihood. A combination of interviews, informal conversations, observations and documents solicits the required data.FindingsThereby, this study presents an inclusive view of CSER as practiced in developing countries, which is based not only on rational economic perspectives – as is the case in developed and stabilised contexts – but also on social, familial and political aspects that are central to the present complex institutional environment.Originality/valueThe reported findings in this study highlight the role of non-economic (societal) logics in understating CSER in African developing nations.

Micro-Foundations of Corporate Sustainability

2021 ◽  
pp. 288-314
Author(s):  
Remy Balarezo ◽  
Paul Corcuera
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Strategic Management ◽  
Corporate Sustainability ◽  
Individual Characteristics ◽  
Sustainability Research ◽  
Micro Level ◽  
Research Stream ◽  
The Individual ◽  
New Research ◽  
Micro Foundations

This chapter introduces readers to the micro-foundation framework in corporate sustainability. Traditionally, strategic management and corporate sustainability research have explained why firms become more sustainable from a macro-level perspective. In recent years, new research has focused on the micro-level mechanism at the individual or group level. This research stream is known as the micro-foundations movement and tries to highlight individual characteristics, knowledge, background, etc. when firms decide to become more sustainable. Through the literature review, the authors tried to identify the studies published in top journals about the micro-foundation framework. Therefore, the aim of this chapter is to give a primary introduction and an overview of the micro-foundations framework in corporate sustainability and identify what mechanisms have been found at the micro-level that explain why firms become more sustainable.

Change management and development of scientific organizations at the micro-level: problems and solutions

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Mal'ceva
Keyword(s):  
Change Management ◽  
Organizational Management ◽  
Theoretical Concepts ◽  
Scientific Organizations ◽  
Public Sector Organizations ◽  
Management And Development ◽  
Problems And Solutions ◽  
Specific Object ◽  
Micro Level ◽  
Tools And Techniques

Based on the broadcast key theoretical concepts of organizational management to a specific object of the research — scientific organizations — the authors have developed theoretical, methodological and scientific-methodical bases of management of change in them and their development. Given in the monograph of the tools and techniques applied for scientific sampling of public sector organizations, which ensured identification of key positions and trends. The results of the study can be used as in the activities of the management bodies of scientific organizations and for implementation of state policy in the sphere of science. Recommended for scientists, experts in the field of management science and innovation, as well as for students and postgraduates of economic specialties.

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