Triangulating Area Studies, Not Just Methods

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rudra Sil
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Comparative Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Area Studies ◽  
Trade Offs ◽  
Middle Range ◽  
Causal Laws ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

This chapter revisits trade-offs that qualitative researchers face when balancing the different expectations of area studies and disciplinary audiences. One putative solution to such trade-offs, mixed-method research, emphasizes the triangulation of quantitative and qualitative methods. CAS, as defined above, essentially encourages a different form of triangulation—the pooling of observations and interpretations across a wider array of cases spanning multiple areas. This kind of triangulation can be facilitated by cross-regional contextualized comparison, a middle-range approach that stands between area-bound qualitative research and (Millean) macro-comparative analysis that brackets out context in search of causal laws. Importantly, this approach relies upon an area specialist’s sensibilities and experience to generate awareness of local complexities and context conditions for less familiar cases. The examples of cross-regional contextualized comparison considered in this chapter collectively demonstrate that engagement with area studies scholarship and the pursuit of disciplinary knowledge can be a positive-sum game.

scholarly journals Understanding innovation performance measurement in SMEs

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minna Saunila
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Performance Measurement ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Innovation Performance ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Current State ◽  
Traditional Performance ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

Purpose This paper aims to focus on the challenges and characteristics of innovation performance measurement in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Design/methodology/approach This study is exploratory-descriptive and uses mixed-method research. Quantitative and qualitative methods for collecting data are used. Findings The paper contributes to the current understanding of innovation performance measurement by clarifying how this measurement is used and by defining what must be improved. Originality/value Appropriate measures can contribute to a significantly better understanding of innovation. However, studies on how innovation performance measurement is used in practice are scarce. The current state of knowledge of performance measurement in SMEs seems to be limited to studying SMEs from traditional performance measurement perspectives.

Analisis Pola Penyelewengan Beban Perjalanan Dinas pada Kementerian di Indonesia Tahun 2015-2017

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 255-272
Author(s):  
Dyah Setyaningrum ◽  
Irfan Jeremi
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Reporting Process ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

This study aims to analyze the pattern of official travel misappropriation, especially related to the pattern of the type of case that usually occurred, the misappropriation causes, and the follow-up process for recommendation given. The research samples are all ministries in Indonesia in the year of 2015-2017. The method used in this study is mixed method, which is a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods. The quantitative method’s purpose is to find the pattern from the type of case in general, then choosing and detailing the type of case with the greatest number of findings. The qualitative method’s purpose is to deepen the information related to the type of case studied. The result of this study shows that the type of case with the greatest findings is granting travel expenses not according to regulations. That case happened because the implementation of the functions and responsibilities of the officers who have a role in the payment and reporting process for official travel are not optimal. The solution to this problem is optimizing officers' roles through the implementation of three lines of defense.

scholarly journals Quality of Life After Pulmonary Rehabilitation: Assessing Change Using Quantitative and Qualitative Methods

2000 ◽  
Vol 80 (10) ◽  
pp. 986-995 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pat G Camp ◽  
Jessica Appleton ◽  
W Darlene Reid
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Physical Function ◽  
Pulmonary Rehabilitation ◽  
Short Form ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Sf 36 ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

Abstract Background and Purpose. The purpose of this study was to use quantitative and qualitative research methods to evaluate quality-of-life (QOL) changes in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) after pulmonary rehabilitation. Subjects. Twenty-nine individuals with COPD (18 women and 11 men), with a mean age of 69 years (SD=8.6, range=53–92), participated. Methods. Subjects were assessed before and after a 5-week control phase and after a 5-week rehabilitation phase using the Chronic Respiratory Questionnaire (CRQ), the Medical Outcomes Study 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36), and spirometry. Our qualitative research was based on a subsample of 7 subjects who were interviewed after pulmonary rehabilitation. Results. Pulmonary rehabilitation improved QOL, as demonstrated by increases of 22% and 14% in the physical function categories of the CRQ and the SF-36, respectively, and by an increase of 10% in the CRQ's emotional function category. The qualitative data indicated how pulmonary rehabilitation influenced QOL. Conclusion and Discussion. The use of both quantitative and qualitative methods illustrated the nature of improvement in QOL after pulmonary rehabilitation. Improved physical function, less dyspnea, and a heightened sense of control over the subjects' COPD resulted in increased confidence and improved emotional well-being.

scholarly journals HUMAN INTERACTION IN URBAN SPACES: A QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS IN URBAN PARK, SHAH ALAM CITY, SELANGOR

2017 ◽  
Vol 15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Filzani Illia Ibrahim ◽  
Dasimah Omar ◽  
Nik Hanita Nik Mohamad
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Method ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Human Interaction ◽  
Urban Spaces ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Valuable Insight ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Public Parks ◽  
Open Spaces ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

This paper aims to provide valuable insight of the various dimensions of human needs’ towards open spaces. This study employed a mixed method research design involving both quantitative and qualitative methods that were utilised to identify and evaluate the human-human interaction and human-nature interaction in the area of study. Primary data was gathered by using questionnaire survey that was administered to 861 respondents who were visitors to public parks. The finding of this study is intended to show the main domains that reflect human needs’ toward open spaces together with perceived benefits to the open space users.

scholarly journals THE IMPLEMENTATION OF INDONESIA HEALTH MINISTER REGULATION RELATED TO STERILIZED DISPENSING IN "X" HOSPITAL IN GIANYAR-BALI

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 82
Author(s):  
Ni Luh Putu Lestari Dewi ◽  
Ni Made Ari Ginarsih ◽  
I Made Agus Gelgel Wirasuta
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Medication Errors ◽  
Clinical Pharmacy ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Pharmacy Service ◽  
Clinical Pharmacy Service ◽  
Health Minister ◽  
Sequential Explanatory Design ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

Background: The application of Regulation of the Minister of Health Number 72 of 2016 is very important to be implemented in every Pharmacy Installation in a hospital, one of which is in the clinical pharmacy service section, namely dispensing sterile preparations to avoid the possibility of medication errors. Objective: The research aimed to find out how the implementation of Regulation of the Minister of Health Number 72 of 2016 stipulated in the basic guidelines of aseptic techniques related to space, equipment, and the implementation of dispensing sterile preparations with its practice in Hospital "X" Gianyar, Bali. Methods: This research used Sequential Explanatory design by combining quantitative and qualitative methods. Results: The results of quantitative research with a checklist found the percentage of completeness of the room and equipment by 100%, while the conformity of the practice with the guidelines of 76.48% is appropriate. The results of qualitative research with triangulation matrices that practice is by the guidelines. Conclusion: Dispensing sterile preparations at the Hospital "X" is following the basic guidelines of aseptic techniques that refer to Regulation of the Minister of Health Number 72 of 2016. Keywords: Implementation, regulation, dispensing, sterile preparations, guidelines, medication errors

Pemanfaatan Smart PTSL Sebagai Instrumen Pengumpul, Pengolah dan Pengintegrasi Data Fisik dan Data Yuridis Pendaftaran Tanah Sistematis Lengkap

Tunas Agraria ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hasrul Ahmad ◽  
Mr Sutaryono ◽  
Nuraini Aisiyah
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Data Integration ◽  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Measurement Method ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Data Entry ◽  
Relative Accuracy ◽  
Accuracy Comparison ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

One of the obstacles in achieving the target of PTSL is the difficulty in integrating physical and juridical data, as effect of inefficiency of data collection. This research aims to explain the benefit of using SMART PTSL as an instrument to collect, process and integrate physical and juridical data and to test relative accuracy of area, shape and position of land parcels mapped using SMART PTSL, compared to land parcels download from Geo-KKP. Mixed method by combining quantitative and qualitative methods was implemented. The sample was determined using purposive sampling method. The results show that SMART PTSL give benefit in (a) simplify the process of physical and juridical data integration; (b) shorten the process of physical and juridical data verification; (c) simplify data entry to KKP PTSL. The result of relative accuracy comparison of area, shape and location show that from 34 land parcels, 11 parcels were meet the tolerance, while 23 parcels were not. The tolerance was calculated using equation 0,5 ?L. Moreover, the result of tolerance calculation was affected by measurement method.

Internationalization of Higher Education

2022 ◽  
pp. 75-89
Author(s):  
Agung Nugroho ◽  
Saud Saif Albusaidi
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
International Experience ◽  
Research Articles ◽  
Internationalization Of Higher Education ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Research Projects ◽  
Study Overseas

This chapter aims to present the methodological critiques on research related to study overseas and international experience under the umbrella of the internationalization of higher education. It will critique seven research articles from three approaches: qualitative, quantitative, and mixed method. The critiques will be addressed to the research steps that have been taken by the researchers from their philosophical stands to their findings. The first part of this chapter will present the critiques on qualitative research articles. Then, the second part will discuss the critiques on quantitative research articles. The last part will deliver the critiques on mixed-method research articles. Overall, this chapter attempts to discuss any methodological weaknesses of those research projects and present feedback on their steps using various references on research methodology. The chapter will provide an in-depth reflection for the researchers on conducting their inquiries.

scholarly journals THE IMPLEMENTATION OF GOOGLE CLASSROOM IN IMPROVING STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION AT MAN 4 JAKARTA

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 21
Author(s):  
Nurmala - Dewi ◽  
Eva Zahrowi ◽  
Meiva Eka Sri Sulistyawati
Keyword(s):  
Reading Comprehension ◽  
Qualitative Methods ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Internet Connection ◽  
Sophisticated Equipment ◽  
Post Test ◽  
Comprehension Tests ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Methods

The objectives of this study were to investigate the use of Google Classroom in improving reading comprehension, how students’ perceptions when engaging with Google Classroom in the learning process, and what obstacles encountered in implementing it. The methodology applied in this study is mixed-method, including both quantitative and qualitative methods which are conducted among 27 students on grade XI of Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) 4 Jakarta. While the data was collected by reading comprehension tests, interviewing students, and filling the questionnaire to gain their perceptions about Google Classroom. The result showed that using Google classroom could improve students’ scores on reading comprehension; this indicated by comparing pre-test and post-test. Regarding students’ perceptions of using Google Classroom, it revealed that some students still preferred to study in the classroom since they could interact directly and easily with the teacher. Contrary, some of them would choose learning by Google Classroom because it is more interesting and easier to access whenever and whatever they are. The obstacles were encountered in the learning processes are such as unstable internet connection in the school and unskilled teachers to operate the application.  Therefore, using technology has to consider the devices and sophisticated equipment to support a better system in the learning process. Besides, the humans to operate the system should be trained well in order for the learning process is going smoothly.  

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