Framing and conflict: the case of the Asante Akyem North district’s farmer-herder conflict in Ghana

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sabina Appiah-Boateng ◽  
Stephen B. Kendie
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Ethical Considerations ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Psychological Dimension ◽  
Transnational Migrants ◽  
Philosophical Ontology ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore how framing of conflict in different phases is constructed and how the specific framing affects the development of the conflict and its management in the farmer–herder conflict in the Asante Akyem North District of Ghana. Design/methodology/approach The study area is Agogo which falls within the Asante Akyem North District in Ghana. The study used a qualitative approach whose philosophical ontology and epistemology believe that meaning is constructed (interpretivism). It further used a case study design using in-depth interviews, focus group discussion and observation guide. Purposive and snowball sampling techniques were used to select the respondents. The data were analysed using the thematic analysis approach. Ethical considerations such as informed consent, willingness and anonymity of respondents were duly respected. Findings The findings highlighted that the conflict actors formed frames such as identity-relational, affective-intellectual and negotiation-win frames as the drivers of the conflict. In this conflict, the farmers who are indigenes and custodians of the land feel more potent over the transnational migrants who are pastoralists and argue that the herdsmen be flushed out without negotiation. Originality/value To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is one of the papers that bring to light the psychological dimension of the causes of the farmer–herder conflict in Ghana.

The role of entrepreneurial families in entrepreneurial ecosystems: the family social capital approach

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia Benavides-Salazar ◽  
Cristina Iturrioz-Landart ◽  
Cristina Aragón-Amonarriz ◽  
Asunción Ibañez-Romero
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Entrepreneurial Ecosystems ◽  
Family Social Capital ◽  
The Family ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Entrepreneurial Dynamics

Purpose This paper aims to investigate how entrepreneurial families (EFs) influence the development of entrepreneurial ecosystems (EEs) by using the family social capital (FSC) approach. Design/methodology/approach For this paper, the authors analyzed the Manizales EE as a case study. The authors used a variety of data collection procedures, including in-depth interviews with 26 entrepreneurs and mentors. Findings The authors established how EFs affect EE development, identifying how the FSC bridging mechanisms impact the EE’s social and cultural attributes, boosting entrepreneurial dynamics. Originality/value The results indicated the relevance of EFs’ embeddedness and the degree of the FSC institutionalization in promoting of entrepreneurship within the EEs.

The ecomuseum and solidarity tourism: a case study from northeast Turkey

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 537-552
Author(s):  
Mustafa Doğan
Keyword(s):  
Community Development ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Impact ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between the ecomuseum and solidarity tourism and to measure their impact on community development. Design/methodology/approach The study presented here adopts two methods for collecting qualitative data: in-depth interviews and observations. The total number of village households was 42 and the number of households that hosted tourists in their home was 20. Due to the exploratory nature of this study, qualitative methods were employed in the form of lengthy interviews with 13 residents. Findings The findings indicate that tourism for the Bogatepe Village ecomuseum has focused on a solidarity perspective which has provided significant benefits to the community ensuring local sustainable development. The ecomuseum as a concept and a destination has helped to control tourism and strengthened the impact of solidarity tourism on the local community. Research limitations/implications The research presented here must be seen as exploratory. More generally, further research is needed to look at the possibility of developing this type of tourism in other rural areas and similar regions of Turkey (covering both small and large areas) with an important cultural heritage. Originality/value The combination of the ecomuseum and solidarity tourism can provide a sustainable solution for tourism in rural areas and provide a model in the development of tourism to other villages in Turkey. The question is whether it could also be used in larger rural areas. The study underlines that Bogatepe is certainly worthy of future study.

scholarly journals Developing high performance working through case study evidence

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (2) ◽  
pp. 5-8
Author(s):  
Kirsteen Grant ◽  
Gillian A. Maxwell
Keyword(s):  
Focus Groups ◽  
Human Resource ◽  
Empirical Research ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Qualitative Case Studies ◽  
Human Resource Interventions ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose This paper aims to theoretically proffer and empirically evidence five inter-related high performance working (HPW) groupings of value to practitioners interested in developing HPW in their organizations. Design/methodology/approach The empirical research is based on three UK-based qualitative case studies. Data are drawn from nine in-depth interviews with managers (three from each case) and three subsequent focus groups (one in each case). Focus groups comprised six, eight, and four employee (non-manager) interviewees. Findings The empirical findings validate the theoretical importance of the five identified HPW groupings. More, they imply a number of relationships within and between the five groupings, confirming the need to view the groupings collectively and dynamically. Originality/value The five HPW groupings provide a foundation for further research to closely evaluate the dynamism within and across the groupings. They also offer practical types of human resource interventions and actions for practitioners to evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of HPW in their organizations.

Analyzing the formation of a paradoxical organizational identity

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (6) ◽  
pp. 1227-1241 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bruno Felix
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Identity ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Single Case Study ◽  
Construction Process ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Core ◽  
Optimal Distinctiveness ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose This study aims to understand the construction process of an organizational identity in a hybrid organization. Design/methodology/approach The author developed a single case study based on in-depth interviews, non-participant observations and document analysis in a credit cooperative. Findings After periods of changes in organizational identity (from idealism to pragmatism), the formation of a paradoxical organizational identity was observed in which the core value became a central polarity between idealism and pragmatism; after periods when members engaged in actions that promoted resistance or change, they framed past events in a story of stable dynamics between idealism and pragmatism; and pro-distinctiveness and -similarity forces in relation to other organizations were reconciled in a quest for optimal distinctiveness that simultaneously enabled the development of uniqueness and adequacy. Originality/value This is the first study to adopt a paradox perspective to analyze the identity of a cooperative.

Dual branding: a case study of Wyndham

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 240-257 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giulio Ronzoni ◽  
Edwin Torres ◽  
Juhee Kang
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Financial Economic ◽  
Theory And Practice ◽  
Case Study Methodology ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Study Methodology ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Analysis Choice

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to analyze the theory and implementation of dual branding. The authors explore whether dual branding is a positive choice for two hotel brands belonging to the same firm and operating under the same roof, in this case, a Wyndham and a Wyndham Garden branded property. Design/methodology/approach A case study methodology was employed. In-depth interviews were conducted with managers regarding their decisions and implementation of a dual branding strategy. Findings The authors reveal the organizational, operational, technical, marketing, financial, economic and technological challenges experienced before, during and after the dual branding transition. Moreover, they reveal the results of the implementation and its consequences to the hotel and its customers. A conceptual model is presented with the goal of assisting and facilitating the investigation, analysis, choice and implementation of dual branding by hoteliers. Originality/value The present research expands the existing body of knowledge, bridges the theory and practice of branding in the lodging sector, advances dual branding theory and provides insightful implications for scholars and managers alike.

scholarly journals PESANTREN NUSANTARA: Internalisasi Nilai-Nilai Multikultural di Pesantren Ngalah Pasuruan

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Achmad Yusuf ◽  
Mochamad Hasyim
Keyword(s):  
Experiential Learning ◽  
Multicultural Education ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Data Presentation ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Depth Interviews

This research aims to uncover and analyze (1) The strategy of planting the values of multicultural education in students in Pesantren Ngalah Pasuruan (2) Values of multicultural education in Pesantren Ngalah Pasuruan. This research uses qualitative-natrualistic with a type of case study. The presence of researchers is absolute. Primary (1) data type, and (2) Skunder. Determination of Informant (1) purposive sampling. (2) Snowball sampling. Data collection 1) in-depth interviews; 2) participant observation; and 3) documentation. Data Analysis technique l) data reduction, 2) data presentation, and 3) withdrawal of conclusions/verification. Checking the validity of data using credibility, including; (1) An extension of observation, (2) Triangulas (a) triangulation of the source, (b) triangulation technique, and (c) triangulation of time. The findings of this research (1) The strategy of planting the values of multicultural education in Santri Pondok Pesantren Ngalah (1) The composition of Kiai (a) cognitive multicultural, (b) affective multicultural, (c) multicultural psychomotor. (2) Focus Group Discussion (FGD), (3) Experiential Learning, and (4) the drafting of Ngalah book, (2) The values of multicultural education developed and implemented in Pondok Pesantren Ngalah include; (1) Religious value, (2) nationalist value (3) Humanist value, (4) Value of democracy, (5) Pluralist value, (6) inclusive value (open), (7) tolerance value

Craftsman, informal heritage management and social capital in conserving chini-tikri work of Kosaituli mosque, Old Dhaka, Bangladesh

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 334-351
Author(s):  
Iftekhar Ahmed
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Policy Formation ◽  
Heritage Management ◽  
External Support ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Critical Elements ◽  
Community Ownership

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to present a community-led “informal heritage management” of the chini-tikri work of Kosaituli mosque, Old Dhaka, Bangladesh. It critically explores the interrelationship between the craft, existing social capital and informal heritage management. Design/methodology/approach This paper assesses the existing local policies, strategies and the top-down conservation efforts led by government and identifies the shortcomings. The study uses Kosaituli mosque as a case study as it displays some of the finest surviving examples of the chini-tikri work. Using observation, open-ended interview and focus group discussion as research tools, the study explores the challenges that the craft and craftsman faces, how existing social capital supports the informal heritage management process and the interrelationship between these critical elements. Findings The results shows two clear issues. First, the informal heritage management system has been continuing to protect and manage the local heritage while fighting several challenges. Second, though they require external support, they want to keep the “community ownership.” The study recommends how the craftsman can be revived through incentives and capacity building to facilitate the survival of the craft with a three-step process: identifying the rare craftsmen, providing them due recognition and transferring the traditional knowledge to the next generation. Originality/value No similar prior studies were carried out in Old Dhaka that focus on this subject. This paper can contribute in new policy formation not only for Bangladesh but also will potentially guide other cities that face similar challenges of disappearing craft and craftsman.

Pedagogical strategies and challenges of multigrade schoolteachers in Albay, Philippines

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 299-315
Author(s):  
Judy Vargas Bongala ◽  
Vanessa Baraero Bobis ◽  
John Paul Ramos Castillo ◽  
Arlyne Canales Marasigan
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Pedagogical Strategies ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Case Study Design ◽  
Grassroots Level ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThis paper aims to examine the pedagogical strategies and challenges of selected multigrade (MG) schoolteachers in Albay, Philippines.Design/methodology/approachThis study utilized a case study design using a validated semi-structured instrument with in-depth interviews to ten MG teachers, observation and document analysis. Qualitative data analyses such as content and thematic analyses were used in analyzing the data.FindingsThe results show that MG teachers use a variety of overlapping and supplementary instructional strategies such as (1) teaching one topic to all grades and at varying levels of difficulty using differentiated activity, (2) “jump-jump strategy”/teaching one grade while others work independently and (3) peer teaching or tutoring. However, there are several pedagogical challenges that MG teachers are faced with: (1) conflict between the medium of instructions and grade grouping, (2) problems with lesson planning, (3) unfocused instruction, (4) insufficient learners' materials, (5) absence of training prior to MG teaching and (6) the negative perception of the effectiveness of MG instructions.Research limitations/implicationsThe research is limited within the context of the participants and focuses on the pedagogical strategies and challenges in the implementation of MG teaching.Practical implicationsThe results of this study can serve as a reference on how to support and strengthen MG instruction.Originality/valueThis study provides a research-based overview of MG schools from the grassroots level and adds to the limited studies of MG education in the Philippines.

Value of internships for professional careers in the built environment sector in Singapore

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-89 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan K.M. Lian ◽  
Zhi Yu Foo ◽  
Florence Yean Yng Ling
Keyword(s):  
Built Environment ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Tertiary Institutions ◽  
Professional Careers ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Civil Engineers

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate the value of internships for professional careers in the built environment (BE) sector from the perspective of industry practitioners. It examines the perceptions of practitioners about internship and explores the relevance of internships for professional careers in the sector. Design/methodology/approach The research methods used were questionnaire survey, in-depth interviews and focus group discussion. The study focussed on careers such as architects, civil engineers, facility managers, project managers and quantity surveyors. Findings It was found that quantity surveyors and civil engineers value internship the most and are more likely to hire those who interned with them. Project managers also value internships but to a lesser extent. Facility managers and architects value internship the least and are also least likely to offer positions to their ex-interns. It is not conclusive whether internships are absolutely necessary to increase undergraduates’ employability upon their graduation. Research limitations/implications The study is limited to only five professions and focused on the perceptions of professionals and not the interns or academic supervisors. Practical implications Recommendations are made to improve internship programmes in the BE sector. These include making internships compulsory for students who intend to pursue civil engineering and quantity surveying careers and extending the duration of internships to six months. Originality/value The views of professionals in the BE sector are uncovered. Tertiary institutions can use the findings to improve their internship programmes and their students’ employability upon graduation.

The adaptive change of the Italian Food Bank foundation: a case study

2014 ◽  
Vol 116 (9) ◽  
pp. 1446-1459 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristina Santini ◽  
Alessio Cavicchi
Keyword(s):  
Design Methodology ◽  
Adaptive Change ◽  
Food Aid ◽  
Food Bank ◽  
Management Of Change ◽  
Content Type ◽  
New Challenges ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the case of the Italian Food Bank Foundation, highlighting how ongoing global and European challenges are pushing the organization to adapt and change. The paper aims to identify the new role that the Italian Food Bank should play in response to these new challenges. Design/methodology/approach – A case study was developed. Data were collected through the combination of a survey and in depth interviews with people working for the organization. Findings – Although the Food Bank has done a lot to improve its delivery of food aid and to respond to changing needs, it appears that the organization has not pursued a clearly defined strategy, and thus it should adopt a strategic mindset. Originality/value – The paper provides details on the Italian Food Bank and the importance of adaptation to and management of change. Moreover this is the first attempt to describe the work of the Fondazione Banco Alimentare Onlus for an international readership.

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