scholarly journals Sight: The Last Bastion Of The Brick And Morter Retailer To Survive?

2013 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 125
Author(s):  
Corinne Nell ◽  
Jan Wiid
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Consumer Satisfaction ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Primary Research ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Brick And Mortar ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
State Of Affairs ◽  
Buying Behaviour

The physical brick and mortar retail environment has been the bastion of survival for retailers over the years. With the developments in technology and the changing shopping patterns of consumers, apparel retailers are facing competition from alternative channels, such as the internet where consumers browse, compare and ultimately purchase products. Faced with this evolution, it has become critical for brick and mortar retailers to reconsider the principles and practices of in-store consumer engagement. They need to understand how their physical in-store environments can be used optimally in order to ensure sales optimisation, consumer satisfaction and sustainable profitability.This state of affairs has led to this study, which focuses on sight and its influence on consumers buying behaviour. The primary research question that was posed in this study was to explore the influence of sight on consumers buying behaviour in apparel retail stores. The type of research design used in this study was exploratory in nature, making use of a qualitative approach and a communicative technique of focus group interviews and nave sketches. The data gathered was analysed by means of Teschs inductive descriptive coding technique, better known as thematic analysis. It was found that sight has the ability to influence consumers in either a subconscious or a conscious way. This has a direct influence on the amount of time that consumers will spend in-store and ultimately influence their buying decisions and behaviour, either positively or negatively.

scholarly journals Sound and consumer buying behaviour: do apparel retailers take note of the effect of sound on buying behaviour.

2013 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 375-382
Author(s):  
Elsa C. Nell ◽  
Michael Colin Cant
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Retail Stores ◽  
Direct Influence ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Buying Behaviour ◽  
Buying Decisions

The main aim of this study was to investigate the influence of sound on consumers buying behaviour in apparel retail stores. The type of research design used in this study was exploratory in nature, making use of a qualitative approach and a communicative technique of focus group interviews and naïve sketches. The data gathered was analysed by means of Tesch’s inductive descriptive coding technique, better known as thematic analysis. It was found that sound has the ability to influence consumers in either a subconscious or a conscious way. This has a direct influence on the amount of time that consumers are willing to spend in-store and ultimately influencing their buying decisions and behaviour in either a positive or a negative way.

scholarly journals Apparel retailers use of store atmospherics: a strategic move or a wasted approach?

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 332-340
Author(s):  
Elsa C. Nell ◽  
Michael Colin Cant
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Primary Research ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Time Duration ◽  
Technological Environment ◽  
The Past ◽  
Market Needs ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Buying Behaviour ◽  
Apparel Retailers

The retail industry has been a central part of everybody’s lives- and apparel retailers are no different than other retailers. The basic practices of retailing have changed over the past years due to a number of reasons, least of all due to the changing technological environment, the changing market needs and demands, as well as the increasingly globally competitive market retailers have to deal with. The fact that the time duration between these changes are continuously becoming shorter and shorter has negated the benefits that the standard four p’s used to offer retailers. Retailers need to make use of other ways and means to differentiate themselves and to stay ahead of their competitors. This phenomenon has led to this study which focuses on the influence that store atmospherics has on consumers’ buying behaviour. Store atmospherics and its influence on consumers’ buying behaviour is an area that has received very little attention in the literature to date. The primary research aim of this study was to explore the influence of store atmospherics on consumers’ buying behaviour in apparel retail stores in the Tshwane region. The type of research design used in this study was exploratory in nature, making use of a qualitative approach and a communicative technique, including focus group interviews and naïve sketches. The data gathered was analysed by means of Tesch’s inductive descriptive coding technique, better known as thematic analysis. It was found that atmospheric elements have the ability to influence consumers either in a subconscious or a conscious way. This has a direct influence on the amount of time the consumers will spend in-store and ultimately the amount of money spend in the store. The study also pointed out that consumers’ buying behaviour and the decision to buy or not will be influenced, indicating that the consumers will display either an approach- or avoidance behaviour.

scholarly journals A paradigm shift: Adoption of disruptive learning innovations in an ODL environment: The case of the University of South Africa

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Blessing Mbatha
Keyword(s):  
Paradigm Shift ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Transactional Distance ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Disruptive Innovations ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Axial Coding ◽  
The University

<p class="norm">The aim of this article is to shed some light on patterns of and major motives for the adoption of different types of disruptive learning innovations by Unisa academics. To realise the aim of the study, the following questions were addressed: What are the reasons for adopting disruptive learning innovations? What is the level of interaction with disruptive innovations? What training do Unisa academics require on disruptive innovations? A qualitative approach was adopted by conducting focus group interviews with 76 Unisa academics. The data was analysed using open and axial coding, where dominant themes from the discussions were identified and discussed in detail. The findings show that the interaction of Unisa lecturers with different technologies varied from technology to technology. The study also found that disruptive innovations play a pivotal role in opening avenues and collapsing the transactional distance in an ODL institution. Some lecturers lack skill in using some technology, which is a cause for concern. Therefore, lecturers need to be trained in using technology and develop a good understanding of it to improve teaching and learning.</p>

Challenges of being new to Canada: considerations for physical activity

2016 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 25-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kimberley D. Curtin ◽  
Christina C. Loitz ◽  
Nancy Spencer-Cavaliere ◽  
Ernest Nene Khalema
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Ecological Model ◽  
Qualitative Content Analysis ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Physically Active ◽  
Social Ecological ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Multicultural Health

Immigrants to Canada are less likely to be physically active compared with non-immigrants, and the interrelations between personal and environmental factors that influence physical activity for immigrants are largely unexplored. The goal of this qualitative descriptive study was to understand how the experience of being new to Canada impacts opportunities and participation in physical activity. Two focus group interviews with immigrants to Canada were conducted. The first group ( n=7) included multicultural health brokers. The second group ( n=14) included English as a second language students. Qualitative content analysis was used to determine three themes consistent with the research question: transition to Canadian life, commitments and priorities, and accessibility. Discussion was framed using a social ecological model. Implications for practice and policy are suggested including enhanced community engagement, and organizational modifications. Overall, the development and implementation of physical activity policies and practices for newcomers to Canada should be centered on newcomers’ perspectives and experiences.

scholarly journals Perceptions of registered nurses regarding factors influencing service delivery in expanding programmes in a primary healthcare setting

2012 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nnoi. A. Xaba ◽  
Mmapheko D. Peu ◽  
Salaminah S. Phiri
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Registered Nurses ◽  
Primary Healthcare ◽  
Healthcare Setting ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Enabling Factors ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Group Interviews

The aim of this study was to explore and describe the perceptions of registered nurses regarding factors influencing service delivery regarding expansion programmes in a primary healthcare setting, using a qualitative approach. The registered nurses, who have been working in the clinics for more than two years and have been exposed to the expansion programmes there, were purposively sampled. Two focus group interviews were conducted in a neutral place and the data collected by the researcher Nnoi A. Xaba (N.A.X.). Data were analysed by the researcher and an independent co-coder using the Tesch method. Categories, subcategories and themes were identified; those that formed the basis of discussion were disabling factors, enabling factors, client-related factors, service-related factors and solutions to problems. It is recommended that integration of programmes and coordination be done at a provincial level and planned together with the training centres in order to alleviate problems in service delivery. Training on expansion programmes in the form of in-service education should be carried out continually in the region.Die doel van die studie was om die persepsie van geregistreerde verpleegkundiges met betrekking tot die  faktore wat dienslewering van die uitbreidingsprogramme in ‘n primêre gesondheid opset beinvloed; te eksploreer en te beskryf. ‘n Kwalitatiewe benadering is gevolg in die iutvoering van die studie. ‘n Doelgerigte steekproef is uitgevoer vanuit geregistreerde verpleegkundiges wat vir langer as twee jaar in die klinieke werksaam was en blootgestel is aan die uitbreiding programme. Twee fokus groep onderhoude is deur die navorser Nnoi A. Xaba (N.A.X.) in ‘n neutrale opset uitgevoer. Data is deur die navorser en ʼn onafhanklike kodeerder ontleed volgens Tesch se metode van analise. Kategorieë, sub-kategorieë en temas was geidentifiseer. Die kategorieë fundamenteel tot die bespreking behels: remmende faktore, bydraende faktore, kliënt-verwante faktore, diens-verwante faktore, en oplossing van probleme. Daar word aanbeveel dat die integrasie en koordinasie van programme op provisiale vlak beplan word in samewerking met opleidings instansies om die dienslewerings probleem te verlig. In die streek behoort opleiding met betrekking tot die uitbreidingsprogramme deurlopend deur middel van indiensopleiding gedoen word.

scholarly journals The Evolving Family Mealtime: Findings From Focus Group Interviews With Hispanic Mothers

10.2196/18292 ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. e18292 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amber Jean Hammons ◽  
Elizabeth Villegas ◽  
Norma Olvera ◽  
Kimberly Greder ◽  
Barbara Fiese ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Protective Effects ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Hispanic Culture ◽  
Hispanic Mothers ◽  
Obesity Prevention Programs ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Family Mealtimes ◽  
Puerto Rican Families

Background Given the protective effects of shared family mealtimes and the importance of family in the Hispanic culture, this context should be explored further to determine how it can be leveraged and optimized for interventions. Objective This study aimed to explore contextual factors associated with family mealtimes in Mexican and Puerto Rican families. Methods A total of 63 mothers participated in 13 focus group interviews across 4 states. Thematic analysis was used to analyze transcripts. Results Seven overarching themes were identified through the thematic analysis. Themes reflected who was present at the mealtime, what occurs during mealtime, the presence of television, the influence of technology during mealtime, and how mealtimes have changed since the mothers were children. Conclusions Hispanic mothers may be adapting family mealtimes to fit their current situations and needs, keeping the television and other devices on during mealtimes, and making additional meals for multiple family members to appease everyone’s tastes. All of these are areas that can be incorporated into existing culturally tailored obesity prevention programs to help families lead healthier lives.

scholarly journals Can a Hands-On Physics Project Lab be Delivered Effectively as a Distance Lab?

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Firas Moosvi ◽  
Stefan Reinsberg ◽  
Georg Rieger
Keyword(s):  
Research University ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Online Support ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Capstone Project ◽  
Hands On ◽  
Face To Face Instruction ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Distance Courses

In this article, we examine whether an inquiry-based, hands-on physics lab can be delivered effectively as a distance lab. In science and engineering, hands-on distance labs are rare and open-ended project labs in physics have not been reported in the literature. Our introductory physics lab at a large Canadian research university features hands-on experiments that can be performed at home with common materials and online support, as well as a capstone project that serves as the main assessment of the lab. After transitioning the lab from face-to-face instruction to a distance format, we compared the capstone project scores of the two lab formats by conducting an analysis of variance, which showed no significant differences in the overall scores. However, our study revealed two areas that need improvements in instruction, namely data analysis and formulating a clear goal or research question. Focus group interviews showed that students in the distance lab did not perceive the capstone project as authentic science and that they would have preferred a campus lab format. Overall our results suggest that the distance project lab discussed here might be an acceptable substitute for a campus lab and might also be suitable for other distance courses in science.

Consumer reflections on post-ingestive sensations. A qualitative approach by means of focus group interviews

Appetite ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 142 ◽  
pp. 104350 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mette Duerlund ◽  
Barbara Vad Andersen ◽  
Marlene Schou Grønbeck ◽  
Derek Victor Byrne
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Group Interviews

The Meaning of Help in PE: Perceptions of Students with Physical Disabilities

2001 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 289-303 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donna L. Goodwin
Keyword(s):  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Physical Disabilities ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Helping Behavior ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Restricted Participation ◽  
Perceptions Of Students ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
Visual Artifacts ◽  
Group Interviews

The purpose of this study was to describe the meaning of help in physical education as perceived by students with physical disabilities. The experiences of early, middle, and late elementary school aged students (n = 12) were captured using the phenomenological methods of individual and focus group interviews, field notes, and visual artifacts. The thematic analysis revealed that interactions were perceived as self-supporting or self-threatening. Self-supporting behaviors were instrumental, caring, or consensual in form, while self-threatening behaviors resulted in a loss of independence, concerns for self-esteem, or restricted participation. Participant responses to the helping behaviors became more complex with age. Instrumental and caring assistance emerged across all groups as did loss of independence and concerns for self-esteem. The older participants experienced restricted participation and consensual help. The implications of helping behavior on motivation and dependency states are discussed within the framework of threat to self-esteem theory.

Inclusive Physical Education from the Perspective of Students with Physical Disabilities

2000 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 144-160 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donna L. Goodwin ◽  
E. Jane Watkinson
Keyword(s):  
Physical Education ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Students With Disabilities ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
Physical Disabilities ◽  
Focus Group Interviews ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
Group Interviews ◽  
Negative Feelings

The study describes the phenomenon of inclusive physical education from the perspective of students with disabilities. The experience of 9 elementary school-aged students with physical disabilities (6 males and 3 females with a mean age of 11 years, 1 month) was captured by way of focus group interviews, field notes, and participant drawings. The thematic analysis uncovered a persistent dichotomy in how the participants experienced physical education. Good days were revealed in the themes of sense of belonging, skillful participation, and sharing in the benefits. Bad days were overshadowed by negative feelings revealed in the themes of social isolation, questioned competence, and restricted participation. The students’ experiences were discussed within the conceptual framework of ecological perception and affordance theory (Gibson, 1977, 1979).

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