scholarly journals Understanding the Usage of Whatsapp Among Malaysian Employees Through the Lens of Social Influence Theory

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4.38) ◽  
pp. 1039
Author(s):  
Che Su Mustaffa ◽  
Che Hasniza Che Soh ◽  
Hassan Abu Bakar ◽  
Bahtiar Mohamad
Keyword(s):  
Social Influence ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Influence Factors ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Social Influence Theory ◽  
Routine Work ◽  
The Social ◽  
Depth Interviews

The study examines the social influence factors that affect the intention for using WhatsApp application among employees in a Malaysian organisation.  The objectives of the study are to ascertain the reasons for the employees to currently use WhatsApp and to examine the factors that affect the use of WhatsApp based on Social Influence Theory perspective. The nature of the study’s methodological design was qualitative. The main instruments for data collection were focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. Purposive sampling technique was adopted to ensure that the employees chosen had the relevant knowledge about WhatsApp. The findings indicated that compliance, internalization and identification were three important social factors that could influence the employees to use WhatsApp in their routine work as predicted by Social Influence Theory. This study contributes some insights regarding the factors that can contribute to the usage of social media and strengthen the ideas of Social Influence Theory in Malaysian context.  

scholarly journals Political Vigilante Groups in Ghana: Violence or Democracy?

2020 ◽  
Vol 55 (3) ◽  
pp. 321-338
Author(s):  
Justice Richard Kwabena Owusu Kyei ◽  
Lidewyde H. Berckmoes
Keyword(s):  
Democratic Governance ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Political Field ◽  
Political Actors ◽  
Electoral Campaigns ◽  
The Social ◽  
Group Members ◽  
Organisational Structures ◽  
Depth Interviews

Literature on political vigilante groups has centred on the violence and conflict that emanate from their activities. This article approaches political vigilante groups as political actors who engage in political mobilisation and participation and therewith also contribute to nation state building. It explores how such groups participate in Ghana’s democratic governance and asks whether violence is an inevitable characteristic. The article builds on individual in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with political vigilante group members in Kumasi and Tamale in 2019. Findings show that political vigilante “youth” appeared to refer primarily to the social position attributed to non-elite groups in the political field. Political vigilante groups are multi-faceted in their organisational structures, membership, and activities both during electoral campaigns and during governing periods. While some groups revert to violence occasionally, the study concludes that political vigilante groups, in enabling different voices to be heard, are also contributing to democratic governance.

scholarly journals MOTIVATION FOR INDIVIDUALS’ INVOLVEMENT WITH FAN PAGES

2016 ◽  
Vol 31 (1) ◽  
pp. 220 ◽  
Author(s):  
Willy Abdillah
Keyword(s):  
Social Influence ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Influence Factors ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Motivating Factors ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Relevant Model ◽  
The Social

This research examines the empirical model of individuals’ involvement with fan pages. The research model was developed based on the social influence factors and the brand post popularity model. The research employed an online survey questionnaire. 300 samples were collected by using a purposive sampling technique, and analyzed using the Partial Least Square (PLS) method. The results showed that identification, interactivity, informational content and valence of comment were the motivating factors for the intent to become involved with fan pages. It was indicated that the brand popularity model was not the only relevant model to explain the social computing phenomenon in the context of fan pages, but social influence factors also play a part. The implications for stakeholders and further research are discussed. Keywords: Social influence factors, brand post popularity factors, intention, and involvement with fan pages

scholarly journals We Have Come to Stay and We Shall Find All Means to Live and Work in this Country: Nigerian Migrants and Life Challenges in South Africa

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 371 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adediran Daniel Ikuomola ◽  
Johan Zaaiman
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
South African ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Cultural Challenges ◽  
Economic Disparity ◽  
Life Challenges ◽  
The Social ◽  
Depth Interviews

In recent times many Nigerians have been singled out when it comes to criminal activities and xenophobic attacks in South Africa, which leads to disruption of the hitherto cordial relationship between South African host communities and Nigerian migrants. Nevertheless, the rate of Nigerians migrating to South Africa keeps soaring. Studies of migration between Nigeria and South Africa, have been scanty, often limited to the study of traditional economic disparity between the two countries with less emphasis on the social-cultural challenges facing Nigerian migrants in the host communities.This paper thus examined the socio-economic and cultural challenges facing Nigerian migrants in selected communities in Johannesburg, South Africa. Data for the study were collected through in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with Nigerian migrants in Hillbrow, Braamfontein and Alexandra suburbs in Johannesburg, South Africa.

scholarly journals The Development of Cultural Value of the Activities of Eating in the Communities of Javanese Coastal Area through the Reconstruction of Semantic Components

2019 ◽  
Vol 125 ◽  
pp. 09011
Author(s):  
M. Suryadi ◽  
Sri Puji Astuti ◽  
Mujid F Amin
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Values ◽  
Speech Acts ◽  
Cultural Value ◽  
Word Alignment ◽  
Social Culture ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Semantic Component ◽  
The Social ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study is aimed to develop and enhance the roots of Javanese culture which are oriented towards the activities of eating in the social culture of coastal Javanese communities. Social culture contains the pillars of harmony and politeness. The harmony derives from noble values and politeness derived from the principle of cooperation in the context of speech acts. The research location was in Semarang city, especially in the rural area. This type of research is qualitative. The methods of data collection were observation, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions (FGD). The methods of data analysis were semantic component reconstruction, lexicon mapping, and the settlement of lexicon elements in Javanese culture. The result of the research is the development of methods in the form of semantic component reconstruction. Reconstruction of semantic components involves four pillars of analysis: value-referent-concept words. Another finding, in the form of the design of the development of cultural values of eating activities, can be done through the hierarchy of speech acts. The enrichment of lexicon eating activities can be done through word alignment or paraphrasing.

scholarly journals JIRGA AFTER MILITANCY: TRADITIONAL SOCIAL JUSTICE SYSTEM IN DARA ADAM KHEL FR KOHAT, PAKISTAN

2020 ◽  
Vol V (I) ◽  
pp. 127-134
Author(s):  
Muhammad Kamran ◽  
Sarfraz Khan ◽  
Ikram Badshah
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Justice System ◽  
War On Terror ◽  
Code Of Conduct ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
The Social ◽  
Key Informant ◽  
The Right ◽  
Depth Interviews

The current research was conducted in Dara Adam Khel, Pakistan to explore the structure and procedure of the informal social justice system- commonly known as Jirga. The war on terror made it imperious for tribal Pakhtuns to bring back their chaotic lives on the right track to achieve economic prosperity and peace in the region. Pakhtuns residing in Pakistan have been suffering from this tempestuous situation since decades. Terrorism has brought the social structure to standstill. Due to the war on terror, the Jirga system has experienced a serious setback. The Jirga system has served the Pakhtun society as a complete code of conduct in maintaining peace and harmony. The data was collected through Focus Group Discussions, Key Informant Interviews and In-Depth Interviews. Majority of the respondents were aged between 45 to 70 years and they were selected through purposive sampling technique.

scholarly journals Supply Chain and Human Trafficking of Rohingya Refugees in Malaysia

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 4561-4565
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Human Trafficking ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Ethnic Discrimination ◽  
Vital Role ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Depth Interviews

This paper analyses the supply chain and human trafficking in Malaysia by focusing on the Rohingya refugees. In terms of research methodology, a qualitative approach has been chosen and about 20 respondents have been identified based on a purposive sampling technique. There are two types of respondents; they are Rohingya refugees who have been victimised by traffickers and the local enforcement personnel such as the immigration officers. All information from the respondents has been collected using focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. The locations for this study have been held in Kedah, Penang and Kuala Lumpur. Notably, there are two main factors where people become refugees, government persecution and ethnic discrimination. Furthermore, Dalal as human traffickers have taken this opportunity to do business by smuggling Rohingya refugees into Malaysia using an illegal route. The Dalals have also played a vital role in this supply chain of human trafficking and has exploited the Rohingya refugees for their own profit. Therefore, the Malaysian government need to put an effort to fight human trafficking activities in order to stop this crime and to preserve the sovereignty of the country.

Examining online health community users’ sharing behaviour: A social influence perspective

2021 ◽  
pp. 026666692110071
Author(s):  
Tao Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Social Influence ◽  
Influence Factors ◽  
Privacy Concern ◽  
Social Influence Theory ◽  
Online Health Communities ◽  
Related Information ◽  
Health Community ◽  
The Social ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Health Communities

Online health communities (OHC) provide a platform for users to exchange health-related information and seek emotional support. However, users often lack the intention to share their knowledge, which may lead to the failure of OHC. Drawing on the social influence theory, this research examined OHC users’ sharing behaviour. The results indicated that users’ sharing intention is influenced by three social influence factors, which include subjective norm, social identity and group norm. In addition, social support and privacy concern have effects on these three social influence factors. The results imply that OHC need to leverage social influence in order to facilitate users’ sharing behaviour.

scholarly journals THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC EFFECTS OF DIVORCE ON CHILDREN IN WORETA CITY ADMINISTRATION, ETHIOPIA

2021 ◽  
pp. 7-13
Author(s):  
NEGA GEDEFAW AGMASE
Keyword(s):  
Health Care Services ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Economic Effects ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
City Administration ◽  
Care Services ◽  
The Social ◽  
Phenomenological Research Design ◽  
Depth Interviews

Objective: This study attempted to investigate the socio-economic effects of divorce on children in the Woreta City Administration. Methods: Qualitative, specifically phenomenological research design was employed for understanding the lived experiences of children from divorced families. Data were collected from children of a divorced family and experts through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and key informant interviews and participants of the study were selected by using a non-probability of snowball sampling technique. The collected data analyzed and interpreted thematically to address the aforementioned objectives. Results: The study shows that many children are negatively suffering from the social effects of divorce. This is often expressed by the feeling of insecurity, educational failure and/or low school performances, loss of attachment as well as abuse and neglect. The study further reveals that children are also facing the harmful economic effects of divorce. Inability to access resources to fulfill basic needs, in-accessed to health-care services, as well as learning difficulties and low school performances are the major economic problems of divorce on children. Conclusion: The study concluded that even if divorce affects all of those involved in its process but it has harmful effects on children’s socio-economic wellbeing than others.

Nomadic Migration and Rural Violence in Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 43 (1) ◽  
pp. 64-95
Author(s):  
Nsemba Edward Lenshie ◽  
Patience Kondu Jacob
Keyword(s):  
State Government ◽  
Migration Pattern ◽  
Land Resources ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Security Governance ◽  
North East ◽  
Descriptive Approach ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews

The relationship between Fulani herdsmen and farmers has in recent years become hot-tempered motivated by competitive control of land resources, particularly in central and north-east Nigeria. In Taraba State, the ongoing nomadic migration pattern from the Sahel in quest of pastures has led to violent confrontation between Fulani herdsmen and farming indigenous natives. Using a descriptive approach consisting of documented evidence, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions, the analysis revealed that conflicts between Fulani herdsmen and indigenous native farmers have culminated in population displacement and destruction of life and property in numerous rural enclaves in Taraba State. Despite the consequences of the conflicts, the Taraba State government was unable to act proactively because of the centralization of command over Nigerian security agencies. Accordingly, the study suggests decentralization of security agencies in Nigeria, especially the police, as the way forward for effective security governance in Nigeria.

scholarly journals Nairobi Early Childcare in Slums (NECS) Study Protocol: a mixed-methods exploration of paid early childcare in Mukuru slum, Nairobi

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. e000822
Author(s):  
Robert C Hughes ◽  
Patricia Kitsao-Wekulo ◽  
Sunil Bhopal ◽  
Elizabeth W Kimani-Murage ◽  
Zelee Hill ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Early Years ◽  
Epidemiological Methods ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Early Childcare ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Childcare Providers

IntroductionThe early years are critical. Early nurturing care can lay the foundation for human capital accumulation with lifelong benefits. Conversely, early adversity undermines brain development, learning and future earning.Slums are among the most challenging places to spend those early years and are difficult places to care for a child. Shifting family and work structures mean that paid, largely informal, childcare seems to be becoming the ‘new normal’ for many preschool children growing up in rapidly urbanising Africa. However, little is known about the quality of this childcare.AimsTo build a rigorous understanding what childcare strategies are used and why in a typical Nairobi slum, with a particular focus on provision and quality of paid childcare. Through this, to inform evaluation of quality and design and implementation of interventions with the potential to reach some of the most vulnerable children at the most critical time in the life course.Methods and analysisMixed methods will be employed. Qualitative research (in-depth interviews and focus group discussions) with parents/carers will explore need for and decision-making about childcare. A household survey (of 480 households) will estimate the use of different childcare strategies by parents/carers and associated parent/carer characteristics. Subsequently, childcare providers will be mapped and surveyed to document and assess quality of current paid childcare. Semistructured observations will augment self-reported quality with observable characteristics/practices. Finally, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions with childcare providers will explore their behaviours and motivations. Qualitative data will be analysed through thematic analysis and triangulation across methods. Quantitative and spatial data will be analysed through epidemiological methods (random effects regression modelling and spatial statistics).Ethics and disseminationEthical approval has been granted in the UK and Kenya. Findings will be disseminated through journal publications, community and government stakeholder workshops, policy briefs and social media content.

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