How Much Do We Really Know about Moonlighters?

1992 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 65-73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vishwanath V. Baba ◽  
Muhammad Jamal
Keyword(s):  
Management Practice ◽  
Average Rate ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Dependent Variables

This article reviewed the literature on moonlighers to compare the rate of moonlighting reported in government publications with empirical studies done by researchers, and to examine the differences between moonlighters and nonmoonlighters observed in empirical studies on several dependent variables. The average rate of moonlighting in empirical studies was found to be much higher than the rate reported in government publications, both in the U.S.A and Canada. Only a few differences were found between moonlighters and nonmoonlighters with regard to personal, social, and organizationally-valued outcomes. Implications of the findings are discussed for future research as well as for management practice.

A Scoping Review of Telehealth-Assisted Case Management for Chronic Illnesses

2021 ◽  
pp. 019394592110089
Author(s):  
Jee Young Joo ◽  
Megan F. Liu
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Case Management ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Access To Health Care ◽  
Health Care Services ◽  
Care Delivery ◽  
Management Practice ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Chronic Illnesses ◽  
Future Research

This scoping review aimed to examine telehealth-assisted case management for chronic illnesses and assess its overall impact on health care delivery. Guided by the PRISMA statement, this review included 36 empirical studies published between 2011 and 2020. This study identified three weaknesses and four strengths of telehealth-assisted case management. While the weaknesses were negative feelings about telehealth, challenges faced by patients in learning and using telehealth devices, and increased workload for case managers, the strengths included efficient and timely care, increased access to health care services, support for patients’ satisfaction, and cost savings. Future research can be designed and conducted for overcoming the weaknesses of telehealth-assisted case management. Additionally, the strengths identified by this review need to be translated from research into case management practice for chronic illness care. This review not only describes the value of such care strategy, but also provides implications for future nursing practice and research.

Text characteristics, perceived difficulty and task performance in sight translation

Interpreting ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 196-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhiwei Wu
Keyword(s):  
Task Performance ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Word Type ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Perceived Difficulty ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
And Task

Abstract This paper reports on an exploratory study examining the relationship between text characteristics, perceived difficulty and task performance in sight translation (ST). Twenty-nine undergraduate interpreters were asked to sight-translate six texts with different properties. Correlation analysis shows that Sophisticated Word Type and Mean Length of a T-unit are, respectively, the lexical and the syntactic variables having the highest correlations with all the three dependent variables (i.e. perceived difficulty, accuracy and fluency in ST performance). Surprisingly, the discoursal variables are weakly or modestly correlated with the dependent variables. Thematic analysis of the students’ reflective essays points to two hypothesized causal links among the three Ps in ST: task properties may cause decoding difficulties and cognitive overload in the cognitive process, which in turn lead to inaccuracy and dysfluency in ST performance. The research findings lend empirical support to the “shallow-scan hypothesis” in previous research. Finally, this study proposes a three-tier conceptual framework to inform and guide future research to operationalize variables in ST empirical studies. The pedagogical implications of ST are also discussed.

Determinants of importer commitment in international exchange: An agenda for future research

2009 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 186-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Abu Saleh ◽  
M Yunus Ali
Keyword(s):  
Management Practice ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Theory Of The Firm ◽  
Theoretical Development ◽  
Process Theory ◽  
International Exchange ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Important Field ◽  
Transaction Costs Economics ◽  
Seller Relationship

AbstractCommitment has received great attention in the inter-organisational relationship literature but there is widespread debate and contention on what constitutes its key determinants, specifically in an import supplier context. Furthermore, inconsistencies in empirical findings of the buyer–seller relationship studies limit the theoretical development and use of internationalization theories in management practice. Yet this area warrants attention as it may assist in enabling the integration of the spectrum of importer commitment in the importer–exporter relationship. Essentially, this paper integrates and synthesises over eighty conceptual and empirical studies on commitment in the buyer–seller relationship from different contexts including grounding on internationalisation process theory, resource based theory of the firm and transaction costs economics. Conceptual arguments are assessed and empirical findings are evaluated across studies with the aim of developing a framework. With the support of three basic theories and extant literature, ten antecedents of importer commitment are identified. The causal direct and some indirect relationships are specified. Seventeen propositions are offered to guide future research efforts in this important field.

Effects of Interaction on E-Learning Satisfaction and Outcome

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 58-71 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sean Eom ◽  
Mohamed Ridda Laouar
Keyword(s):  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Learning Satisfaction ◽  
Indicator Variables ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
E Learning

We have reviewed several e-learning empirical research studies that have investigated the effects of interaction on satisfaction and outcomes of e-learning, published between 2001 and 2010. Their conclusions seemed inconclusive, ranging from no relationships between interactions and two dependent variables (satisfaction and learning outcomes) to positive relationships. In-depth analyses of these empirical studies conducted by examining dependent and independent constructs and their indicators, research methods, and participants' characteristics. We conclude that the conflicting results are due to primarily different definitions of the dependent and independent constructs and their indicator variables, different research methods employed, and participant's demographic characteristics. In order to build e-learning theories and a cumulative research tradition, it is necessary to (1) define the dependent/independent constructs and their indicators, (2) employ common research methodology, and (3) test commonly accepted causal models. Further, we suggest the following three recommendation to guide the future research. They include using only dialogue, instead of mixing dialogue and interaction, conducting learning theory-based holistic approach, and proper treatment of contextual variables.

Effects of Interaction on E-Learning Satisfaction and Outcome

2020 ◽  
pp. 1662-1677
Author(s):  
Sean B. Eom ◽  
Mohamed Ridda Laouar
Keyword(s):  
Research Methods ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Holistic Approach ◽  
Demographic Characteristics ◽  
Learning Theories ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Proper Treatment ◽  
Indicator Variables ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
E Learning

We have reviewed several e-learning empirical research studies that have investigated the effects of interaction on satisfaction and outcomes of e-learning, published between 2001 and 2010. Their conclusions seemed inconclusive, ranging from no relationships between interactions and two dependent variables (satisfaction and learning outcomes) to positive relationships. In-depth analyses of these empirical studies conducted by examining dependent and independent constructs and their indicators, research methods, and participants' characteristics. We conclude that the conflicting results are due to primarily different definitions of the dependent and independent constructs and their indicator variables, different research methods employed, and participant's demographic characteristics. In order to build e-learning theories and a cumulative research tradition, it is necessary to (1) define the dependent/independent constructs and their indicators, (2) employ common research methodology, and (3) test commonly accepted causal models. Further, we suggest the following three recommendation to guide the future research. They include using only dialogue, instead of mixing dialogue and interaction, conducting learning theory-based holistic approach, and proper treatment of contextual variables.

Determinants of importer commitment in international exchange: An agenda for future research

2009 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 186-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
M Abu Saleh ◽  
M Yunus Ali
Keyword(s):  
Management Practice ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Theory Of The Firm ◽  
Theoretical Development ◽  
Process Theory ◽  
International Exchange ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Important Field ◽  
Transaction Costs Economics ◽  
Seller Relationship

AbstractCommitment has received great attention in the inter-organisational relationship literature but there is widespread debate and contention on what constitutes its key determinants, specifically in an import supplier context. Furthermore, inconsistencies in empirical findings of the buyer–seller relationship studies limit the theoretical development and use of internationalization theories in management practice. Yet this area warrants attention as it may assist in enabling the integration of the spectrum of importer commitment in the importer–exporter relationship. Essentially, this paper integrates and synthesises over eighty conceptual and empirical studies on commitment in the buyer–seller relationship from different contexts including grounding on internationalisation process theory, resource based theory of the firm and transaction costs economics. Conceptual arguments are assessed and empirical findings are evaluated across studies with the aim of developing a framework. With the support of three basic theories and extant literature, ten antecedents of importer commitment are identified. The causal direct and some indirect relationships are specified. Seventeen propositions are offered to guide future research efforts in this important field.

Special Review Article: Culture in groups and teams: A review of three decades of research

2011 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 5-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wencang Zhou ◽  
Xuli Shi
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Research Topic ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Methodological Issues ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Special Review ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
Groups And Teams

This article reviews research on culture in groups and teams by analyzing 85 empirical studies published in the 15 leading management journals from 1980 to 2009. At first, we review the culture values used in the 85 articles. We next review how these culture values, as independent variables or dependent variables, were studied in each research topic. Then we review the methodological issues in the 85 articles. The review shows some advances but also many gaps in both theory and methods. Therefore, we highlight critical challenges for future research.

Interactions with Artificial Entities Reloaded: 20 Years of Research from a Social Psychological Perspective

i-com ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 253-262
Author(s):  
Nicole Krämer ◽  
Gary Bente
Keyword(s):  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Psychological Research ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Conversational Agents ◽  
Social Psychological ◽  
Moderating Variables ◽  
Independent Variables ◽  
Dependent Variables ◽  
Embodied Agent ◽  
Social Psychological Perspective

Abstract Twenty years ago, we reflected on the potential of psychological research in the area of embodied conversational agents and systematized the variables that need to be considered in empirical studies. We gave an outlook on potential and necessary research by taking into account the independent variables behavior and appearance of the embodied agent, by referring to the dependent variables acceptance, efficiency and effects on behavior and summarizing moderating variables such as task and individual differences. Twenty years later, we now give an account on what has been found and how the field has developed – suggesting avenues for future research.

Usefulness, funniness, and coolness votes of viewers

2018 ◽  
Vol 118 (4) ◽  
pp. 700-713 ◽  
Author(s):  
In Lee
Keyword(s):  
Source Credibility ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Critical Mass ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Online Reviews ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Dependent Variables

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the relationships between five characteristics of social shoppers’ online reviews (the number of all reviews made by a reviewer, the number of friends of a reviewer, the review score, the number of review words, and images/photos) and the usefulness, funniness, and coolness to viewers for the restaurant businesses and the health and wellness businesses.Design/methodology/approachA sample of 1,114 online reviews of social shoppers was collected from Yelp.com. A zero-inflated Poisson regression was used due to a high number of zero votes in the dependent variables for usefulness, funniness, and coolness. The regression identified the review characteristics that are strongly associated with the number of usefulness, funniness, and coolness votes made by viewers.FindingsThe analysis shows that for the health and wellness businesses, all three dependent variables (usefulness, funniness, and coolness) have the number of reviews, the number of friends, and the number of words as significant independent variables. The results indicate that a reviewer who has more friends and is more experienced in giving reviews is likely to be more influential in generating a perceived value of the online review. The analysis also shows that all three dependent variables of the restaurant businesses have the number of words as a significant independent variable. It is found that there is a negative relationship between the review score and the usefulness votes for both restaurant businesses and health and wellness businesses. The effect of the review score on the coolness votes was not consistent.Research limitations/implicationsThis study is the first research attempt in understanding social shoppers’ online reviews and their usefulness, funniness, and coolness to viewers, and therefore makes significant contributions to research and practice. The comparison was made between restaurant businesses and health and wellness businesses. The result indicates that for the health and wellness businesses, managers need to pay attention to social shoppers with a high number of friends and high number of words in a review. It is also noted that it is necessary to analyze review characteristics separately for each business type. However, as is typical in many empirical studies, this study is not without limitations. While the author limited the analysis of social shoppers’ online reviews to the five characteristics, additional variables may influence the number of votes, too. This study is limited to social shoppers’ reviews and the findings may not be generalized to regular customers’ online reviews. Future research should also examine whether similar results can be obtained at other review sites such as TripAdvisor and Zagat.Originality/valueDespite the potential significance of social shoppers’ online reviews, the critical mass of empirical studies still lacks in this area. For a more comprehensive interpretation of review characteristics, this study develops hypotheses based on the literature review on electronic word of mouth and source credibility models and investigates the effect of the five review characteristics on the viewers’ perceived usefulness, funniness, and coolness. Unlike previous studies focused on a single business type, this study compares the results obtained for restaurant businesses and health and wellness businesses and demonstrates that viewers in each business type respond differently to social shoppers’ online reviews.

Construction and demolition waste management in Australia: A mini-review

2021 ◽  
pp. 0734242X2110294
Author(s):  
Xianbo Zhao ◽  
Ronald Webber ◽  
Pushpitha Kalutara ◽  
Wesley Browne ◽  
Josua Pienaar
Keyword(s):  
Waste Management ◽  
Management Practice ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Construction And Demolition Waste ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Demolition Waste ◽  
Project Life Cycle ◽  
Project Life

Construction and demolition activities generate huge quantities of waste with substantial impacts on environment. This mini-review article covers the literatures relating to construction and demolition waste management practice in Australia. The Scopus search engine was used in literature search and 26 journal articles relating to construction and demolition waste management in Australia were targeted for analysis. Additionally, various government acts, regulations, policies, and strategy documents were collected and analyzed. This review indicated that the inconsistencies in legislation and landfill levies across states and territories contributed to the cross-jurisdiction waste movement. Given the stakeholders’ attitude and project life cycle, this review reported that the design phase had the greatest potential to minimize waste and that the role of designers had been highlighted in various empirical studies. This review provides practitioners and academics with an understanding of the current construction and demolition waste management research in Australia and recommends directions for future research.

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