scholarly journals Trayectorias de producción científica y conciliación familiar de mujeres investigadoras en Quito

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 ◽  
pp. 45-60
Author(s):  
Alexandra Clavijo
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Working Conditions ◽  
Scientific Production ◽  
Scientific Field ◽  
Institutional Policies ◽  
Analysis Strategy ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Women Researchers

The scientific production of female researchers at the universities of Quito is analyzed in this study through the axes of working conditions, public and institutional policies and limitations for the development of scientific production. The objective of this study is to analyze the relationship between scientific production and family conciliation of women researchers from different areas of knowledge, problematizing the notion of scientific field with personal trajectories based on gender. Regarding the methodology, it is a qualitative study. Six in-depth interviews and a focus group with six participants were conducted. The analysis strategy being the analysis of the discourse organized by statements in relation to the categories indicated as axes.

scholarly journals Persepsi Ibu Terhadap Iklan Vaksin Measles Rubella (MR)

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Muslimah Muslimah ◽  
Dian Ayubi
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Health Promotion ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Electronic Media ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Data Collection Process ◽  
Depth Interviews

Measles and Rubella (MR) is a disease that is highly contagious and usually occurs in children aged 9 months until the age of 15 years. One effort that can be done to reduce the incidence of the disease is through health promotion about the importance of immunization. Purpose the promotion was packaged in the form of advertisements on electronic media with the aim of building perceptions that the importance of immunization for public health. Methods this research was a qualitative study with a method of collecting in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. The number of informants in this study was 19 mothers who had children aged 0.9 to 15 years in one of the Puskesmas work areas in Merangin District, Jambi Province. Before the data collection process, all informants were asked to see two MR immunization advertisements. Results that immunization advertisements are interesting and contain humor. Meanwhile, informants who did not give MR immunization to their children tended to be negative towards MR immunization advertisements and tended to ignore the effects that arose if they did not give immunizations to their children. The recommendation that MR immunization advertisements should avoid using the fear arousal method and use the pay off idea method in those ads

Language teachers’ perceptions of practitioner research

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (5) ◽  
pp. 897-914
Author(s):  
Sabine Imad Arayssi ◽  
Rima Bahous ◽  
Rula Diab ◽  
Mona Nabhani
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Working Conditions ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Practitioner Research ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
Theory To Practice ◽  
Depth Interviews

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine language teachers’ perceptions of practitioner research to establish an understanding whether research comprises a fundamental component in their career. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative study was conducted with language teachers and coordinators from various schools in Lebanon. Questionnaires were distributed to 50 language teachers, followed by semi-structured interviews conducted with language coordinators, and in-depth interviews with language teachers who are practitioner researchers. Findings Results indicated that research is a minority activity for language teachers due to lack of time, overwhelming working conditions and lack of flexibility in the workplace. Research limitations/implications There was a lack of cooperation between teachers and coordinators. Originality/value This study provides teachers in Lebanon with the opportunity of transforming their voice through participating in and being agents of research rather than solely observing the process which attempts to bridge theory to practice.

scholarly journals A qualitative examination of urban vs rural sustainable consumption behaviours of energy and water consumers in the emerging Egyptian market

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 98-114 ◽  
Author(s):  
Omneya A. Marzouk
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Sustainable Consumption ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Demographic Variables ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Public Media ◽  
Rural Consumers ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Relevant Factors

Purpose The study aims to investigate the differences among urban and rural consumers in terms of their energy and water sustainable consumption behaviour levels and drivers and also empirically blueprint conceptual frameworks highlighting urban and rural consumer drivers to consume sustainably. Design/methodology/approach This research follows an exploratory design using a qualitative approach; 14 in-depth interviews followed by one focus group were conducted with urban consumers; on the other hand, 18 in-depth interviews followed by one focus group were conducted with rural consumers. Findings The findings show that no differences exist among urban and rural consumers in terms of both their sustainable consumption levels and their drivers to consume sustainably; such findings were encapsulated in the form of one conceptual framework pertinent to both urban and rural consumers; it has the following relevant factors: consumers’ attitudes toward conservation, subjective norms, perceived behavioural control, self-preference, public media influence, perceived economic value and perceived moral obligation to be relevant antecedents of conservation behaviour, which – in turn – drives sustainable purchase behaviours with the moderating effect of socio-demographic variables. Originality/value This paper contributes to extant literature as it provides evidence for the drivers of sustainable consumption behaviours of urban versus rural consumers in emerging countries; it also tentatively answers the question of whether the socio-demographic variables infer a difference in consumers’ sustainable consumption; finally, it studies sustainable consumption from a novel perspective with a focus on the relationship between its two pillars.

scholarly journals A qualitative study of factors influencing male participation in fertility research

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alyssa F. Harlow ◽  
Amy Zheng ◽  
John Nordberg ◽  
Elizabeth E. Hatch ◽  
Sam Ransbotham ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
The United States ◽  
Male Partners ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Male Participation ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Male Factors

Abstract Background Although fertility is a couple-based outcome, fertility studies typically include far fewer males than females. We know little about which factors facilitate or inhibit male participation in fertility research. In this study we aimed to explore factors that influence male participation in fertility research among North American couples trying to conceive. Methods We conducted a qualitative research study of male participation in Pregnancy Study Online (PRESTO), a prospective preconception cohort of couples actively trying to conceive in Canada and the United States. Between January–August 2019, we carried out 14 online one-on-one in-depth interviews and one online focus group of males and females with varying levels of participation. The in-depth interviews included females who enrolled in PRESTO but declined to invite their male partners to participate (n = 4), males who enrolled in PRESTO (n = 6), and males who declined to participate in PRESTO (n = 4). The focus group included 10 males who enrolled in PRESTO. We analyzed the transcriptions using inductive content analysis. Results Male and female participants perceived that fertility is a women’s health issue and is a difficult topic for men to discuss. Men expressed fears of infertility tied to masculinity. However, men were motivated to participate in fertility research to support their partners, provide data that could help others, and to learn more about their own reproductive health. Conclusions Male participation in fertility studies will improve our understanding of male factors contributing to fertility and reproductive health issues. Results indicate a need for more education and health communication on male fertility to normalize male participation in fertility and reproductive health research. Plain English Summary Men are much less likely than women to participate in research on fertility and pregnancy. However, it is important for men to participate in fertility research so that we gain a better understanding of male factors that impact fertility and pregnancy outcomes. In this qualitative study, we interviewed men and women from Canada and the United States who were trying to become pregnant to understand why men choose to participate in fertility research, why men choose not to participate in fertility research, and why women choose not to invite their male partners to participate in fertility research. We found that both men and women believe fertility is a woman’s health issue. Men find it difficult to talk about pregnancy and fertility and have fears of infertility tied to masculinity. However, men are motivated to participate in fertility research to support their partners, to help others, and to learn more about their own reproductive health.

scholarly journals The Nature of the Relationship Between Corporate Identity and Corporate Sustainability: Evidence from The Retail Industry

2017 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 423-453 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cláudia Simões ◽  
Roberta Sebastiani
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Corporate Sustainability ◽  
Corporate Identity ◽  
Data Sources ◽  
Retail Industry ◽  
Symbiotic Relationship ◽  
Southern Europe ◽  
Sustainability Strategies ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews

ABSTRACT:This article addresses the nature of the interface between corporate sustainability and corporate identity at both the strategic and instrumental levels. We developed an empirical qualitative study in two countries in Southern Europe addressing retailers who are actively engaged in pursuing corporate-sustainability strategies. Data sources include in-depth interviews, observations, and physical artifacts of identity (digital and printed documents). Findings reveal that, at a strategic level, corporate sustainability is embedded in corporate identity reflecting the company’s strategy. Companies also instrumentally use corporate identity to operationalize corporate sustainability strategies. Organizations show different patterns in the way they bridge corporate sustainability and identity. The contributions of this article are threefold: it reports the symbiotic relationship between corporate sustainability and corporate identity; it scrutinizes how corporate sustainability and corporate identity are integrated at the strategic and operational levels; and it establishes distinct patterns at the interface of corporate sustainability and corporate identity.

scholarly journals Iterative Adaptation of a Maternal Nutrition Videos mHealth Intervention Across Countries Using Human-Centered Design: Qualitative Study (Preprint)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jasmin Isler ◽  
N Hélène Sawadogo ◽  
Guy Harling ◽  
Till Bärnighausen ◽  
Maya Adam ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
South African ◽  
Maternal Nutrition ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Video Adaptation ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Human Centered Design ◽  
Depth Interviews

BACKGROUND Mobile health (mHealth) video interventions are often transferred across settings. Although the outcomes of these transferred interventions are frequently published, the process of adapting such videos is less described, particularly within and across lower-income contexts. This study fills a gap in the literature by outlining experiences and priorities adapting a suite of South African maternal nutrition videos to the context of rural Burkina Faso. OBJECTIVE The objective of this study was to determine the key components in adapting a suite of maternal nutrition mHealth videos across settings. METHODS Guided by the principles of human-centered design, this qualitative study included 10 focus group discussions, 30 in-depth interviews, and 30 observations. We first used focus group discussions to capture insights on local nutrition and impressions of the original (South African) videos. After making rapid adjustments based on these focus group discussions, we used additional methods (focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, and observations) to identify challenges, essential video refinements, and preferences in terms of content delivery. All data were collected in French or Dioula, recorded, transcribed, and translated as necessary into French before being thematically coded by two authors. RESULTS We propose a 3-pronged Video Adaptation Framework that places the aim of video adaptation at the center of a triangle framed by end recipients, health workers, and the environment. End recipients (here, pregnant or lactating mothers) directed us to (1) align the appearance, priorities, and practices of the video’s protagonist to those of Burkinabe women; (2) be mindful of local realities whether economic, health-related, or educational; and (3) identify and routinely reiterate key points throughout videos and via reminder cards. Health workers (here, Community Health Workers and Mentor Mothers delivering the videos) guided us to (1) improve technology training, (2) simplify language and images, and (3) increase the frequency of their engagements with end recipients. In terms of the environment, respondents guided us to localize climate, vegetation, diction, and how foods are depicted. CONCLUSIONS Design research provided valuable insights in terms of developing a framework for video adaptation across settings, which other interventionists and scholars can use to guide adaptations of similar interventions.

scholarly journals Service as Theatre: The Customer Service Behaviour  of Librarians in a Market Driven World

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Jane Cherry
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Customer Service ◽  
Personal Autonomy ◽  
Library Service ◽  
Marketing Model ◽  
The Core ◽  
Service Models ◽  
Market Driven ◽  
The Relationship

<p>The purpose of this research is to explore the attitude of librarians to service. Previous studies showed that although many librarians identified service as their most important value, librarians were still perceived by many customers as unfriendly and unhelpful. Using Goffman's theory of dramaturgy the study looks at the relationship between the library service ethic and the market driven service ethic attributed to retail, and whether there is conflict between these two models, and if so what affect this is having on the attitudes and behaviour of librarians. This qualitative study uses focus groups to gather data. Focus group participants were all practicing librarians from the Wellington area. The research concludes that there is a conflict between the two service models which is directly affecting the attitude and thus the behaviour of librarians. The marketing model is perceived as a threat to the core functions of libraries because of its 'one size fits all' approach to service. Participants felt this model was a threat to genuine authentic service and personal autonomy.</p>

The Nature of Influence of Artificial Intelligence on the Status and Development of Talented Employees in the Organization

2020 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 153-159
Author(s):  
S.A. Makushkin ◽  
◽  
N.V. Lyapunova ◽  
M.V. Vinichenko ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Economic Crisis ◽  
Working Conditions ◽  
Group Analysis ◽  
Online Service ◽  
The Status ◽  
Effective Use ◽  
First Time ◽  
The Relationship

the article deals with the problem of the influence of artificial intelligence on the status and development of talented employees in an organization. Tougher competition in the context of the next economic crisis approaching has necessitated the technological use of artificial intelligence while increasing the efficiency of talented employees. The focus group analysis of the results of the survey using the online service “Google Form” revealed that a favorable environment reigns in organizations as a whole, allowing the most effective use of the potential of talented employees. Discrimination, envy of colleagues and their indifference do not greatly affect the loyalty of talented employees. The creation of the most favorable working conditions for talented employees is controversial, creating the preconditions for dissatisfaction with the rest of the organization’s employees, and can lead to conflict, including on ethnic grounds. For the first time, the article reveals the nature of the influence of artificial intelligence on the promotion of talented employees. The majority consider this effect to be positive (63%). The originality of the study lies in identifying the nature of the relationship between the leaders of natural intelligence – talented employees – and artificial intelligence. This study can serve as a basis for reducing risks in working with talented employees in the context of using artificial intelligence.

The death of patients with terminal cancer: the distress experienced by their children and medical professionals who provide the children with support care

2016 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 183-188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hiroyuki Otani ◽  
Miwa Ozawa ◽  
Tatsuya Morita ◽  
Ayako Kawami ◽  
Sahana Sharma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Terminally Ill ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Medical Professionals ◽  
Terminal Cancer ◽  
Time Of Death ◽  
Grief Reaction ◽  
The Family ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews

BackgroundFew studies have been conducted on the experiences of children of terminally ill patients or hospital-based medical professionals supporting such children.AimThis study explored distress among individuals whose parents died of cancer in childhood and among hospital-based medical professionals supporting such children.DesignA qualitative study.Setting/participantsThe sample was 12 adults whose parents had died of cancer in childhood and 20 hospital-based medical professionals supporting children of patients’ with terminal cancer. In-depth interviews were conducted, focusing on the distress experienced by the participants. The data were analysed thematically.ResultsAmong adults whose parents died of cancer in childhood, we identified themes related to the period before death (eg, concealing the parent's illness), the time of death (eg, alienation due to isolation from the parent), soon after death (eg, fear and shock evoked by the bizarre circumstances, regrets regarding the relationship with the deceased parent before death), several years thereafter (ie, distinctive reflection during adolescence, prompted by the parent's absence) and the present time (ie, unresolved feelings regarding losing the parent). We identified seven themes among the medical professionals (eg, lack of knowledge/experience with children, the family's attempts to shield the child from the reality of death, estrangement from the family once they leave the hospital).ConclusionsAn important finding of the study is that the participants’ grief reaction to their parents’ deaths during childhood was prolonged. Moreover, hospital medical professionals may find it difficult to directly support affected children. Comprehensive support involving organisations (eg, local communities) may be necessary for children who have lost a parent.

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