scholarly journals Journal of Enzymes for a New Applicable Knowledge

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-4
Author(s):  
Loredana Marcolongo
Keyword(s):  
Applicable Knowledge

A Systematic Methodology for Doing Qualitative Research

2020 ◽  
pp. 002188632098271
Author(s):  
Denny Gioia
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Behavioral Science ◽  
Methodological Approach ◽  
Scientific Rigor ◽  
Systematic Methodology ◽  
Applicable Knowledge

The Journal of Applied Behavioral Science is in the enviable position of being a go-to journal for many readers seeking useable insights for solving practical problems in managing modern organizations. A perennial source of such knowledge has been case studies, but case studies have been treated as questionable sources of widely applicable knowledge because they have been assumed to be idiosyncratic and to lack adequate “scientific” rigor. In this brief article, I argue for using a methodological approach to studying single cases that addresses both these thorny problems.

scholarly journals Kinematic variables of table vault on artistic gymnastics

2016 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 97-107
Author(s):  
Sarah Maria Boldrini FERNANDES ◽  
Paulo CARRARA ◽  
Júlio Cerca SERRÃO ◽  
Alberto Carlos AMADIO ◽  
Luis MOCHIZUKI
Keyword(s):  
Web Of Science ◽  
Body Position ◽  
Meta Analysis ◽  
Technical Level ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
The Real ◽  
Technical Performance ◽  
Comprehensive Information ◽  
Applicable Knowledge ◽  
And Gender

Abstract The table vault is an event of male and female Artistics Gymnastics. Although it can be performed in a variety of rotations and body positions in different phases, it can be separated in three groups: handspring, Yurchenko and Tsukahara. It is believed that kinematic variables of vault may vary according to group of vault or gymnast body position, but few studies compares the real differences among the three groups of vaults, comparing and describing the variables in different phases. Vault kinematic variables could be diversifying according to the approach or position of the vaulting, but little has been studied about the biomechanical differences, comparing and describing behaviours at different stages. The aim of this study was to organize critical, objective and to systematize the most relevant kinematic variables to performance on vaulting. A Meta analysis over the basis Pubmed, Sport Discus and Web of Science were performed about this issue. From the selected references, we described and analyzed the kinematics of the table vault. Vault can be characterized in seven phases of analysis. Most of the studies are descriptive, and some do not descript all phases. Differences among vault variables according to group vaults, technical level and gender were analysed only in recent studies. There still gaps of knowledge about kinematic variables of table vault, in order to provide comprehensive information about all possibilities of vaults in this gymnastic event. It is concluded that kinematic variables of table vault depends upon vault group and may be considered to the improvement of technical performance. More researches are needed to approach the coaching interface with biomechanics applicable knowledge.

scholarly journals Project Management in Development Cooperation. Non-Governmental Organizations

Innovar ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 25 (56) ◽  
pp. 53-67 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maricela I. Montes-Guerra ◽  
Aida R. De-Miguel ◽  
M. Amaya Pérez-Ezcurdia ◽  
Faustino N. Gimena ◽  
H. Mauricio Díez-Silva
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Project Performance ◽  
Project Managers ◽  
Development Cooperation ◽  
Governmental Organizations ◽  
Non Governmental Organizations ◽  
Applicable Knowledge ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Positive Effect

This article analyzes the adoption of project management practices in development cooperation NGOs and their influence on project performance. This paper illustrates the impact in the implementation of methodologies, techniques and tools on outcomes, measured by success criteria of several projects recently implemented. Information from the project managers of the organizations was collected, and complemented by a literature review. We analyzed the correlation among the variables that determine the adoption of a project, and the criteria that determine its success. The positive effect of project management adoption in the performance of cooperation projects is demonstrated, in spite of the low use of methodologies, techniques and tools within the sector. The article shows the importance of project management in cooperation and aid projects, with the purpose of increasing researchers' awareness about the field as applicable knowledge and about the benefits of its use in the sector. The paper shows that project management can improve project efficiency and accountability in other sectors.

Professional expertise for radiation therapists in Africa

2007 ◽  
Vol 6 (03) ◽  
pp. 125-131 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. C. Engel-Hills
Keyword(s):  
Reflective Practice ◽  
Role Models ◽  
Professional Competence ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Professional Expertise ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Clinical Role ◽  
Text Data ◽  
Applicable Knowledge ◽  
South African Higher Education

AbstractThe radiation therapist (RTT) is a practitioner who must learn to take responsibility as an autonomous professional within a collaborative multi-professional team. A case study of international students on fellowship studies to a South African Higher Education Institution was used as the lens to explore the development of professional expertise in RTTs. Documents and semi-structured interviews generated textual data that was semantically analysed. The findings are presented as a discussion of the themes that emerged from the text data; (1) autonomy in a team, (2) collaboration facilitates learning, (3) the need for professional competence, (4) reflective practice and (5) participatory learning. The paper offers the interpretation of professional competence as a practitioner who has applicable knowledge, clinical and generic competence as well as appropriate behaviour and attitudes. It is proposed that a collaborative, integrated curriculum meets the need for the education of RTTs on the African continent. In such an environment optimised learning is facilitated by access to good clinical role models, the development of skills toward reflective practice and student participation in the learning environment.

Use of Social Media for Knowledge Sharing by Instructors in a Higher Education Institution

2018 ◽  
pp. 116-143
Author(s):  
Stephen Asunka
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Academic Knowledge ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
Applicable Knowledge ◽  
Use Of Social Media

Against the backdrop that universities are required to generate and disseminate relevant and applicable knowledge for the general good, and with the understanding that social media can be an effective vehicle for such knowledge sharing practices, this study explored the use of social media for knowledge sharing by academics at a university college in Ghana. The study thus examined how instructors use social media for sharing academic knowledge, the factors that promote such knowledge sharing practices, and the barriers to effective knowledge sharing in the academic environment. 47 instructors participated by completing an online questionnaire, whilst 7 participated in focus group discussions. Findings reveal a regular, though not daily, use of social media platforms for academic knowledge sharing. Personal, technological and institutional factors were determined to be contributing in fostering as well as hindering such activities. Implications of these findings as well as suggestions for future research are accordingly discussed.

Perspectives of Big Data Analysis for Knowledge Generation in Project Management Contexts

2015 ◽  
pp. 1-18 ◽  
Author(s):  
George Leal Jamil ◽  
Luiz Fernando Magalhães Carvalho
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Knowledge Management ◽  
Project Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Knowledge Generation ◽  
Process Data ◽  
Management Processes ◽  
Final Study ◽  
Study Case ◽  
Applicable Knowledge

Knowledge generation for Project Management (PM) is a critical modern issue. Projects are a complex, inter-related set of tasks that aim to provide a service or product in a controlled, managed way. In these scenarios, there is a continuous producing of data and information, which is a potential situation for Knowledge Management (KM) interaction. This chapter evaluates aspects and factors on how it is possible to process data and information, in order to generate applicable knowledge to improve project management. A specific consideration is to understand the observation of contexts of huge amounts of data—known nowadays as Big Data—and its potential knowledge generation for project management, as presented in the final study case. A better comprehension on how knowledge management practices, applied to Big Data contexts, can improve project management processes is the main objective in this chapter.

scholarly journals Engaging stakeholders for improved IAM implementation

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 350-355
Author(s):  
A. Malm ◽  
G.-M. Löfdahl
Keyword(s):  
Public Sector ◽  
Asset Management ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Research Programme ◽  
Economic Resources ◽  
Water Infrastructure ◽  
The Public ◽  
Qualified Personnel ◽  
Applicable Knowledge ◽  
Infrastructure Asset Management

Abstract There are major challenges for water infrastructure asset management in the public sector of Sweden. Necessary intensity of reinvestments is too low and simultaneously stakeholders find it difficult to source qualified personnel. By implementing comprehensive methods such as Infrastructure Asset Management (IAM) processes, efficiency can be improved and to some extent can compensate for lack of human and economic resources. The Mistra InfraMaint research programme is building and disseminating knowledge of sustainable, effective and efficient maintenance of infrastructure. Involving stakeholders is found to be effective to transfer the research into practice. The cooperation between researchers and stakeholders has already started the application phase, giving the opportunity to meet, get to know each other and discuss the importance and priorities. For further in depth involvement of stakeholders, six of the PhD students are industrial PhD students, situated within the municipal companies' organisations. Also, the competence building parts of the programme will be done in co-creation with the stakeholders. In the coming years, Mistra InfraMaint will contribute with innovative and applicable knowledge, and increase utilization of new technologies, approaches and methods. Dissemination of the results will lead to increased competence and contribute to better IAM within relevant organisations.

Empowering nurses through action research for developing a new nursing handover program in a pediatric ward in Iran

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 214-235 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raheleh S Sarvestani ◽  
Marzieh Moattari ◽  
Alireza N Nasrabadi ◽  
Marzieh Momennasab ◽  
Shahrzad Yektatalab ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Patient Information ◽  
Real World ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Deep Understanding ◽  
Action Plans ◽  
Head Nurse ◽  
Academic Researchers ◽  
Applicable Knowledge

This study aimed at developing a new nursing handover program in pediatric wards in Iran through action research. Nursing handover is the handover of patient information among nurses between shifts. The participants, including 12 nurses, 2 assistants, a head nurse, and academic researchers as facilitators, worked through two cycles of reflection and action for change over a period of 20 months from 2012 to 2014. The data were collected and analyzed using the concurrent mixed method. Reflection on actions in two cycles resulted in designing and implementing action plans for change, learning in both participants and facilitators, and improvement in nurses' satisfaction with the new nursing handover program. Furthermore, the quantitative data showed a significant decrease in time and cost of nursing handover. This study resulted in the participants' deep understanding about the principles of nursing handover in real world, applicable knowledge through action for change, and reflection on it. Finally, the nurses could establish the foundation of sustainable nursing handover successfully.

Organizational culture: a foundational perspective

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 262-273 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charlotte Pietersen
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Organizational Behavior ◽  
Type I ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Fundamental Knowledge ◽  
Type Iv ◽  
Documentary Analysis ◽  
Research Orientations ◽  
Applicable Knowledge ◽  
Selection Of

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to perform a typological analysis of research orientations in the field of organizational culture (OC) in order to provide a broad, original perspective on the nature of research in this field, beyond the current quantitative/qualitative dichotomy. Design/methodology/approach Documentary analysis, consisting of a content analysis of an appropriate and conceptually convenient selection of 200 source publications, was conducted. The analysis was performed in terms of four fundamental knowledge orientations and methodologies. Findings An analysis and description of the chosen set of examples for each of the four types of knowledge showed that, as with other areas in the field of organizational behavior and management (and also other scholarly disciplines), the typology finds clear expression in the area of OC. Research limitations/implications In view of the aim and originality of the present paper, the sample size employed is not a worrying factor as sufficient and clear examples of each of the four basic types of research orientations have been provided. It is recommended that the broadly applicable knowledge (and by implication research) orientations that were introduced here, be considered by OC researchers. The analysis of fundamental approaches to research provides an inclusive perspective on the nature of different ways of studying and understanding OC. This should assist in expanding both scholarly and practitioner horizons. It is concluded that the analysis of research in the field of OC in terms of fundamental types of human knowledge provides a unique and expanded view on research in this area. Practical implications All stakeholders in the field of human resource management could benefit from taking cognizance of a broader perspective of knowledge development in the field of OC. The four-fold framework could also be utilized as a valuable source for restructuring and teaching of research methodology programs and courses in institutions of higher education, especially concerning the general need for greater attention to: theoretical (type I), and evaluation (type IV) research in management and organizational behavior. Originality/value The analysis of fundamental knowledge orientations provides an original and encompassing perspective on the nature of different approaches to the study and understanding of OC.

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