scholarly journals An analysis of project selection and assignment criteria of Danish tenders in Europe

2013 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 16-26
Author(s):  
Jesper Larsen ◽  
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Lene Ussing ◽  
Thomas Bruno ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Construction Projects ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
New Public ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Public Construction ◽  
Bidding Process

Public construction agencies are one of the largest developers within the Danish construction industry, where such agencies own and develop new public construction projects. Most of these projects are put out in European tender. This study analyses the selection and assignment criteria employed by these agencies in different types of public sector projects.Some of the objectives pursued by the study include the determination of 1/ the selection and assignment criteria mostly used in Danish public tenders 2/how different types of projects use selection and assignment criteria in the bidding process, and 3/any significant difference between the use of selection and assignment criteria in Danish public construction projects. The study uses a quantitative research approach where 157 Danish public tender cases were selected from the European Tenders Electronic Daily database between the period: January 2010 to March 2013. Fisher's Exact Test was conducted to determine if there was any significant use of some selection and assignment criteria. The findings of the study showed that invited tenders with pre-qualification and lowest pricein 69.8% of the tenders are the most used selection and assignment criteria, with little regard to project type.

scholarly journals Improving Learners’ Oral Skills through Two Types of Role-play

2015 ◽  
Vol IX (1) ◽  
pp. 35-52
Author(s):  
Bokja Cho
Keyword(s):  
Action Research ◽  
Role Play ◽  
Statistical Test ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Action Research Approach ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Different Types ◽  
English For Occupational Purposes ◽  
Oral Skills

Role-play is commonly regarded as a useful activity for developing oral skills (Livingstone 1983; Maley 1987; Magos and Politi 2008). However, there is little research on different types of role-play and on its use in English for Occupational Purposes (EOP) contexts, which is what the present study seeks to redress. This study reports on research investigating the effectiveness of two types of role-play, SSRP (Semi-scripted Role-play) and SSRP-NSRP (Semi-scripted Role-play followed by Non-scripted Role-play), in the teaching of Tourism English (TE) at a university in Korea. The study used an action research approach (Kemmis and McTaggart 1988) with the aim to improve TE learners' oral skills. In Study I students practised SSRP, while in Study II they engaged in SSRP-NSRP. The results of a two-way statistical test (ANOVA) show that there is a significant difference between the means of the pretests and post-tests of both Studies I and II.

Unravelling the risks of construction digitalisation in developing countries

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Douglas Aghimien ◽  
Clinton Aigbavboa ◽  
Tsholofelo Meno ◽  
Matthew Ikuabe
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Industrial Revolution ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Security Issues ◽  
Security Operations

Purpose This study aims to present the result of an assessment of the risk of construction digitalisation with a view to sensitising and preparing construction organisations for unforeseen issues that might arise in the course of their digital transformation. Design/methodology/approach The study took a post-positivist stance through a quantitative research approach. A survey of construction professionals actively involved in construction projects in South Africa was conducted using a structured questionnaire. The analysis of the data gathered was done using mean item scores, Kruskal–Wallis H test, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) and structural equation modelling (SEM). Findings EFA revealed five principal risk factors (human and financial, technological, legal and security, operations and socioeconomic risk factors) associated with the digitalisation of construction organisations. However, SEM revealed that four out of these risk components have significant direct relationships with some selected digitalisation outcomes. These significant risk factors are technology, legal and security issues, operations and socioeconomic issues. Originality/value This study provides practical insight into the risk inherent in construction digitalisation, and its result can help organisations seeking to be digitally transformed make informed decisions. Theoretically, the study reveals the risks associated with construction digitalisation – an aspect that has not gained significant attention in the current fourth industrial revolution discourse. Therefore, its findings can form a basis for future studies on the risk of digitalising construction organisations.

Determination of Proper Timing for the Placement of Intra-Abdominal Mesh after Incidental Enterotomy in a Rodent Model (Rattus norvegicus)

2018 ◽  
Vol 84 (4) ◽  
pp. 593-598
Author(s):  
Kathryn B. Muir ◽  
Charles P. Smoot ◽  
Jennifer L. Viera ◽  
Maxwell R. Sirkin ◽  
Brian Yoon ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hernia Repair ◽  
Bacterial Growth ◽  
Bacterial Contamination ◽  
Mesh Placement ◽  
Exact Test ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group 5 ◽  
Subsequent Risk

Controversy exists regarding the appropriate timing for placement of permanent intra-abdominal mesh after inadvertent enterotomy during elective hernia repair. The aim of this study was to examine mesh placement at variable postoperative periods and the subsequent risk of infection. Fifty rodents were divided into five groups. Groups one to four underwent laparotomy, enterotomy, and repair. Physiomesh® was placed at the index operation one, three, or seven days postoperatively in Groups 1,2,3, and 4. Group 5 underwent mesh placement only. Necropsy with mesh harvest was performed seven days after placement. Cultures of mesh were obtained and Fisher's exact test was used to compare groups. Bacterial growth postsonication was identified in 30,30, 50, and 90 per cent versus 20 per cent in controls. Compared with controls, there was significantly increased risk of mesh infection when it was placed seven days after enterotomy ( P = 0.006). There was no significant difference in bacterial growth when mesh was placed at the time of enterotomy, one or three days later. The risk of bacterial contamination of permanent mesh placed immediately after inadvertent enterotomy during elective hernia repair is as safe as placing mesh at one or three days. Placing mesh at seven days significantly increased the risk of mesh contamination.

Solid-Phase Extraction Method for Volatile N-Nitrosamines in Hams Processed with Elastic Rubber Netting

1992 ◽  
Vol 75 (3) ◽  
pp. 438-442 ◽  
Author(s):  
John W Pensabene ◽  
Walter Fiddler ◽  
Robert A Gates
Keyword(s):  
Solid Phase Extraction ◽  
Solid Phase ◽  
Meat Products ◽  
Phase Extraction ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Cured Meat ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Elastic Rubber ◽  
Spe Method

Abstract A method was developed for the determination of volatile N-nitrosamines in hams processed In elastic rubber nettings. The method was based on a modification of a solid-phase extraction (SPE) procedure used in the past to determine selected nitrosamines in different types of cured meat products. The nitrosamines detected in ham most likely originate from the amine precursors in rubber and from the nitrite commonly used in the meat curing process. The method was compared with 2 established procedures for N-nitrosodibutylamine (NDBA) analysis in cured meat products: the mineral oil distillation procedure (MOD) and the low temperature vacuum distillation procedure (LTVD). All 3 methods used the same gas chromatographic/chemlluminescent detection conditions and system. No significant difference was found between the MOD and LTVD methods. These methods were found to yield significantly higher NDBA levels than the SPE procedure. When 2,6-dimethylmorpholine was added to the sample before analysis in the MOD and LTVD procedures, artifactual nitrosamines were formed. No artifactual formation was noted in the SPE method. We propose that the new SPE method replace the current methods being used for analysis of netted, cured meat products.

scholarly journals TATHAWWUR MU’TAQADĀT AL-THULLĀB HAULA TA’ALLUM AL-LUGHAH FI BARNĀMAJ DAURAH AL-LUGHAH AL-ARABIYYAH AL-MUKATSTSAFAH ‘ABR AL-JINSI WA AL-KHALFIYĀTI AL-TARBAWIYYAH: DIRĀSAH MAQTA’IYYAH WA THŪLIYYAH

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 85
Author(s):  
Nurul Wahdah
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Longitudinal Research ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Educational Backgrounds ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
New Students ◽  
Development Of Students

This study aims to investigate the development of students’ beliefs about learning Arabic in Intensive Arabic Course program at IAIN Palangka Raya across the educational backgrounds and gender. This study used a quantitative research approach by combining cross sectional and longitudinal research types. There are 214 (two hundred and fourteen) new students in Academic Year 2019 at IAIN Palangka Raya as participants of the study. Data were analyzed by using mean, independent sample test and ANOVA. The results showed that 1) the new students studying in the intensive Arabic course program had a strong belief about Arabic learning 2) there was no statistically significant difference between the students belief about Arabic learning across gender and the educational backgrounds at the beginning of the Intensive Arabic Course meeting, 3) there was no statistically significant difference between the students’ beliefs about Arabic learning across the educational backgrounds and the gender after the end of the Intensive Arabic course program, 4) there was no statistically significant difference in development of students' belief about learning Arabic between the beginning and the end of the Intensive Arabic Course program. Keywords: Arabic, beliefs about language learning, course, development

scholarly journals PERSEPSI CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES (CSR) SEBAGAI STRATEGI PEMASARAN

2019 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Shinta J.C. Wangke
Keyword(s):  
Marketing Strategy ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Hypothesis Test ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Consumer Group ◽  
Social Responsibilities ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
A Company ◽  
Corporate Social Responsibilities

Abstrak Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSR) merupakan “Suatu komitmen yang berkelanjutan dari suatu perusahaan untuk berperilaku etis dan berkontribusi secara positif kepada karyawannya, komunitas dan lingkungan sekitarnya, serta masyarakat luas.” Tujuan penelitian ini, apakah penerapan CSR dalam perusahaan dapat dijadikan sebagai strategi pemasaran berdasarkan persepsi konsumen. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan penelitian kuantitatif dengan metode eksperimen, teknik pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan angket tertutup menggunakan jawaban skala Likert. Data yang terkumpul dianalisis menggunakan uji hipotesis beda dua rata-rata populasi. Penelitian menunjukan; CSR dibandingkan dengan produk maka tidak terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara keduanya. Sedangkan CSR ketika dibandingkan dengan harga dan promosi maka terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan. Statistic uji Z diketahui konsumen lebih tertarik terhadap produk dengan program CSR daripada produk tanpa program CSR. Berdasarkan analisis karakteristik sampel terhadap produk dengan program CSR, diketahui kelompok konsumen wanita, kelompok konsumen usia 35-44 tahun, kelompok konsumen dengan pendidikan minimal SMA dan kelompok konsumen dengan penghasilan perbulan diatas Rp. 10.000.000 merupakan konsumen yang paling tertarik dengan produk dengan program CSR. Dapat disimpulkan CSR dapat dijadikan sebagai strategi pemasaran yang efektif, memberikan nilai tambah bagi produk itu sendiri. Apabila dilaksanakan secara berkesinambungan dan disinergikan bersama strategi pemasaran lainnya dapat memberikan dampak yang lebih signifikan keberlangsungan hidup suatu produk. Asbtract Corporate Social Responsibilities (CSRs) in essence are “Sustained commitments by a company to act ethically and contribute positively to its workers, community, and environment, as well as to the general public.” Based on that assumption, it was decided to study whether the implementation of CSRs by a company could be considered as a marketing strategy from the point of view of its customers. This research utilized a quantitative research approach combined with an experimental method, whereas data collection was performed using closed questionnaires with Likert scale-type answers. A hypothesis test was then used to analyze the collected data in order to find out statistical differences between the population means or two population medians. The result showed that when CSRs were compared to product, there was no significant differenece between them. When CSRs were compared to price and promotion, there was a significant difference between them. The Z-test showed that customers were more attracted to products with CSR programs than to products without CSR program even those with lower prices or bundled with promotional offers. Based on sample characteristics analysis on products with CSR programs, it was found that female consumer group, 35-44 year old consumer group, consumer groups with at least senior high school diplomas and consumer group with minimum income of RP.10.000.000,- wereones who were most attracted to products with CSR programs. From the results, it was concluded that CSRs could be an effective marketing strategy because they added values to products. CSRs, when performed continuously and synergized with other marketing strategies, could produce a more significant impact on the success and continuity of a product.

scholarly journals Quantitative study of selected Facebook marketing communication engagement factors in the optics of different post types

2019 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 16-25 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ľudovit Nastišin ◽  
Richard Fedorko ◽  
Vladimir Vavřečka ◽  
Radovan Bačik ◽  
Martin Rigelsky
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Sharing ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Global Companies ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Engagement Factors ◽  
Post Hoc ◽  
The Relationship

The objective of the research was to identify statistically significant differences in selected engagement indicators on Facebook – likes and shares in relation to the different types of content that brands on this platform add to. The analysis was performed on a sample of three global companies from the top 25 most valuable brands in the world and their posts. Using quantitative statistical methods – MANOVA (Multivariate analysis of variance) and Gammes-Howell post hoc test, a total of 1,280 brand posts were analyzed in order to differentiate the liking and sharing of content types. Data collection was carried out in the first half of 2018. The findings pointed to two statistically significant differences that were also interpreted in the discussion of the research. The findings have shown that in case of liking, in two cases out of three, there is a statistically significant difference in terms of the type of content added, when photos came out as those with the greatest potential to get like from Facebook users and fans. At the same time, the same finding appeared in the case of sharing, which is an even stronger form of engagement. Likewise, photos were shown to be the most promising in terms of potential content sharing by Facebook users and fans. The study provided some clues as to where this research should go further and explore the relationship more deeply in view of the more extensive quantitative research, and also the potential qualitative approach. The future research directions include analyzing companies of different types and sizes and also taking into account the contribution from other social networks with the same or similar engagement indicators.

scholarly journals Perbandingan Tingkat Pemahaman Asma’ul Husna antara Metode Hanifida dengan Metode Konvensional bagi Siswa SMA

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 19
Author(s):  
Julinah Julinah
Keyword(s):  
Conventional Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Comparative Approach ◽  
Average Score ◽  
Homogeneity Test ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Divine Name ◽  
Level Of Understanding

The aims of the study are: 1) Determining the level of understanding of the Divine Name for students taught using methods hanifida. 2) Determining the level of understanding of the Divine Name for students taught using conventional methods. 3) Knowing a significant difference in the level of understanding of the Divine Name for the students taught with hanifida method and the students taught by conventional method. This research is a quantitative research design that uses one-group comparative pretest posttest design. The research approach used in this study is a comparative approach by comparing the 2 methods used as an experiment. The population in this study were all students of SMA Negeri 3 Samarinda counted 1010. The taking sampling technique used is purposive sampling, i.e. taking class X IPA 1 IPA 2, both classes were sampled by reason of that class have been using hanifida method and conventional method in learning process about the Divine Name in the subject matter of Islamic Religion. Data collection technique used is observation and objective tests. Techniques used in data prerequisite test analysis is normality test, homogeneity test, chi square and hypothesis testing. The results of this study is that the level of understanding of the Divine Name by students taught by using hanifida is very effective. This is proofed by the findings that the average score of conventional method is lower than using hanifida method.  The score is 72.13% for and 81.57%.

Cost and time performance analysis of progressive design-build projects

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Simon Adamtey
Keyword(s):  
Sample Size ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Cost Performance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Time Performance ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Design Build ◽  
The Cost

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to investigate and determine the time and cost performance of progressive design-build (PDB) projects compared with that of design-build (DB) projects. The objective is to provide empirical evidence on the performance of PDB delivery method. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative research approach was used by analyzing time and cost data collected on 75 PDB and 92 DB projects from the database of Design-Build Institute of America. One-way analysis of variance was used to determine statistical difference in time and cost performance between PDB and DB. Findings PDB projects have a comparatively better time performance than cost performance. When compared with DB projects, there was a statistically significant difference in time overrun with PDB performing better than DB (0.41 vs 8.0%). Additionally, about 80% of PDB projects had shorter or as scheduled duration compared to 74% for DB. There was no statistically significant difference of cost performance between PDB and DB. Research limitations/implications The main limitation is the sample size of 72 PDB projects. It is recommended that further research should be conducted using a larger sample size to confirm the findings of this study. Practical implications PDB will be more beneficial for projects with sensitive deadlines. For an owner deciding between PDB and DB, the advantage of using PDB is in its time performance, which may lead to the project being completed on or ahead of time. As such, PDB can serve as another “tool in the toolbox” for owners to help in reducing construction delays. Originality/value This paper is the first attempt to provide an empirical evidence of the cost and time performance of PDB based on analyzing multiple projects. Owners will be better informed when selecting PDB for their projects.

scholarly journals Ginger Tea on Dysmenorrhoea Among Nursing Students

2019 ◽  
Vol 09 (02) ◽  
pp. 64-75
Author(s):  
Sheetal Crasta ◽  
Philomena Fernandes ◽  
Shynee Paul
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Favorable Effect ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Research Approach ◽  
Menstrual Pain ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
And Control

Abstract Background Dysmenorrhea is a common problem which can alter the daily routines of females. Primary dysmenorrhea affects 40 to 90% women. Dysmenorrhea sufferers account for 3 among 4 women as per evidences. Traditional remedies are chosen to get some relief because of their least side effects. These remedies have a favorable effect in reducing dysmenorrhea. Ginger is used since ancient times as various forms of alternative medicine. One of the traditional uses of ginger is for pain relief, including menstrual pain. The aim of this study was to identify the effectiveness of ginger tea in dysmenorrhea. Objectives The objectives of this study are (1) Assess the level of dysmenorrhea among nursing students. (2) Determine the effectiveness of ginger tea on dysmenorrhea among nursing students. (3) Find the association between level of dysmenorrhea before the administration of ginger tea and demographic variables. Methodology A quantitative research approach with quasi-experimental design was considered. The sample comprised of 50 students with moderate and severe menstrual pain as per numerical pain rating scale. The baseline data was collected. Ginger tea was prepared by the researcher and administered 120 mL to the subjects; on the first 2 days of menstruation in the morning and night after breakfast and dinner, respectively. Level of different aspects of pain was assessed before the administration as well as 2 hours after administration of ginger tea using Pain Quality Assessment Scale. Pre- and post-test were taken before as well as 2 hours after administering the drink. A total of four doses are given and ratings were measured eight times. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results The present study revealed that the median score of all seven characteristics of pain was higher in the preintervention when compared with postintervention. Mann-Whitney U test showed that there was a significant difference in level of pain between the experimental and control groups (p < 0.05). Wilcoxon signed-rank test showed that there was a significant difference in pain measurements before and after the administration of ginger tea (p < 0.05). These findings indicate that ginger tea was effective in reducing menstrual pain. Chi-square test and likelihood ratio were used to find the association between baseline dysmenorrhea with demographic and clinical variables. It was found that there is no significant association (p > 0.05). The responses given by the experimental and control group was mentioned separately. Ginger tea effects and experience were verbalized by the experimental group alone. This supported the statistical finding that ginger tea is effective in reducing dysmenorrhea. Conclusion Findings revealed that the administration of ginger tea can bring a sudden relief among the subjects with dysmenorrhea. The awareness about alternative therapies must be created among public.

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