scholarly journals Implementation of The Law of Teachers and Lecturers

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sulistyani Eka Lestari
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Civil Servants ◽  
Professional Organizations ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Curriculum Changes ◽  
Teacher Professional ◽  
The Law

Law of Teachers and Lecturers (UUGD) as a form of recognition and appreciation to teachers and lecturers' profession. In the implementation of UUGD, teacher governance is often very complex and faced with various problems. The question in this study is why teacher governance has not been good. This study uses the qualitative approach chosen because of its open and flexible nature.  Through open interviews (individuals and groups) as well as several focus group discussions (FGD) FGD found that teacher governance problems in the implementation of UUGD are related to many issues, for example: the lack of clear definitions of teachers and their implications on additional tasks (structural) and functional supervisors, curriculum changes, quantity-distribution-mutation of teachers, quality-specialization-workshops of civil servants and non-civil servants teachers, teacher protection, teacher awards, and teacher professional organizations.

scholarly journals The usability of Jordan stillbirths and neonatal deaths surveillance (JSANDS) system: results of focus group discussions

2021 ◽  
Vol 79 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Yousef S. Khader ◽  
Khulood K. Shattnawi ◽  
Nihaya Al-Sheyab ◽  
Mohammad Alyahya ◽  
Anwar Batieha
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
System Performance ◽  
Surveillance System ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Focal Points ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Neonatal Deaths ◽  
Technical Issues

Abstract Background Jordan Stillbirths and Neonatal Deaths Surveillance system (JSANDS) is a newly developed system and is currently implemented in five large hospitals in Jordan. This study aimed at exploring the healthcare professionals’ perception about the usability of JSANDS. Methods A descriptive qualitative approach, using focus group discussions, was adopted. A total of 5 focus groups including 23 focal points were conducted in five participating hospitals in Jordan. Results Data analysis identified nine main issues related to the JSANDS system: the system usefulness, the system performance, data quality, the system limitations, human rights, female empowerment, nurses’ competencies strengthened, the sustainability of the JSANDS, and COVID-19 impact on the system. Users reported that JSANDS data were useful, the system was simple and easy to use, and the data were accurate and complete. However, some users reported that some technical issues need to be enhanced. Conclusions JSANDS was perceived positively by the current users. According to them, it provides a formative and comprehensive data on stillbirths and neonatal deaths and their causes, and therefore, was recommended to be adopted by its users and scaled up.

Experiences of Slovak University students with on campus alcohol policy

Human Affairs ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ferdinand Salonna ◽  
Natália Vendelová ◽  
Jozef Benka ◽  
Mária Bačíková
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
University Students ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Alcohol Policy ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Alcohol Policies ◽  
The Us ◽  
Key Questions

AbstractThe vast majority of studies focusing on alcohol consumption among university students are based on US and Canadian samples and employ a quantitative approach. Universities from the US and Canada also have a longer tradition in implementing alcohol policies. The alcohol policies at universities in Slovakia are mostly non-systematic and often not implemented in practice. The objective of this study was to explore Slovak university students’ experiences towards alcohol policy on their campuses using a qualitative approach. Eight focus group discussions were conducted among university students (n=64; 38 female; 2011; Slovakia). The key questions were (1) “Is there a policy concerning alcohol on your campus and what are the consequences of not complying with it?”, and (2) “How should an on-campus alcohol policy be developed and what should it include?” The students knew of few, if any, rules concerning alcohol. Student participation was considered important in policy development and implementation. Slovak universities should be more active in forming alcohol policies. A preventative policy which actively involves students was emphasized as optimal.

scholarly journals An Investigation into the Translation Techniques Used in the Female Characters in the Comic of Pasutri Gaje

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (6) ◽  
pp. 211-216
Author(s):  
Diana Sri Pujiastuti ◽  
M.R. Nababan ◽  
Riyadi Santosa
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Female Characters ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Translation Techniques ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

This study is aimed to identify the translation techniques used in the female characters of the comic of Pasutri Gaje which contain annoying speech. This research is embedded in a descriptive qualitative approach conducted and the purpose of the research is to identify the translation techniques used in translating sentences accomodating expression of annoyance in the conversations of female characters in the comic pasutri gaje. Data were collected through content analysis and validated by rater through focus group discussions (FGD). The results show that there were 160 data in comic Pasutri Gaje which used 13 translations techniques, namely established equivalence, explicitation, modulation, paraphrase, implications, compensation, pure borrowing, variant borrowing, transposition, adaptation, reduction, literal, discursive creation, literal.

scholarly journals The usability of Jordan Stillbirths and Neonatal Deaths Surveillance (JSANDS) system: Results of focus group discussions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yousef S. Khader ◽  
Khulood Kayed Shattnawi ◽  
Nihaya Al-Sheyab ◽  
Mohammad S. Alyahya ◽  
Anwar Batieha
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
System Performance ◽  
Surveillance System ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Female Empowerment ◽  
Focal Points ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Neonatal Deaths ◽  
Technical Issues

Abstract Background: Jordan Stillbirths and Neonatal Deaths Surveillance system (JSANDS) is a newly developed system and is currently implemented in five large hospitals in Jordan. This study aimed at exploring the healthcare professional’s perception about the usability of JSANDS. Methods: A descriptive qualitative approach, using focus group discussions, was adopted. A total of 5 focus groups including 23 focal points were conducted in five participating hospitals in Jordan. Results: Data analysis identified nine main issues related to the JSANDS system: the system usefulness, the system performance, data quality, the system limitations, human rights, female empowerment, nurses’ strengthened competencies, the sustainability of the JSANDS, and COVID-19 impact on the system. Users reported that the JSANDS data were useful, the system was simple and easy to use, and the data were accurate and complete. However, some users reported that some technical issues need to be enhanced. Conclusions: JSANDS was perceived positively by the current users. According to them, it provides a formative and comprehensive data on stillbirths and neonatal deaths and their causes, and therefore, was recommended to be adopted by its users and scaled up.

Friendly Librarians

2016 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 229-242
Author(s):  
Nahid Bayat Bodaghi ◽  
Loh Sau Cheong ◽  
A. N. Zainab ◽  
Mehdi Riahikia
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Lifelong Learning ◽  
Sense Of Belonging ◽  
Visually Impaired ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Visually Impaired Students ◽  
Data Member

An academic library is a spiritual home to support users in their pursuit of lifelong learning. This study approaches the issues from the visually impaired students’ (VIPs) perspective towards librarians’ support. This study was conducted by using the qualitative approach. Data was collected through interviews and focus group discussions. For trustworthiness of data, member checking and audit from experts are also used. The participants of the study remarked that the librarians’ friendly behaviour provided them a sense of being accepted, valued, cared for, respected, and welcomed which fostered the creation of their sense of belonging.

scholarly journals The Dangers Associated with Female Adolescents Consuming Nyaope Drug in Butterworth, South Africa

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samkelo Bala ◽  
Simon M. Kang’ethe
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Young People ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Educational Interventions ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Female Adolescents ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Fertile Ground ◽  
Potent Drug

AbstractNyaope is a potent drug that is currently challenging South Africa; its ramifications have destroyed the country’s youth. The study described in this paper sought to explore the dangers associated with the consumption of Nyaope in Butterworth, South Africa. This study adopted an explorative and descriptive qualitative approach that involved the facilitation of focus group discussions and one-on-one interviews with twenty-six participants. An analysis of the findings of the study revealed the health hazards associated with consuming Nyaope and the tendency of Nyaope consumption to induce hallucinations and delusions in young people. Moreover, the study showed that Nyaope stimulated mood swings among female adolescents, its consumption created a fertile ground for conflict, and the addiction to Nyaope led to the destruction of the future of female adolescents. The researchers recommend the application of multiple approaches to preventing the initiation of Nyaope consumption. These approaches include attempts to control the peddling of Nyaope in schools and communities as well as the introduction of pro-active educational interventions regarding the dangers of Nyaope on the part of relevant institutions and government.

scholarly journals Kepala Madrasah dan Perannya dalam Meningkatkan Profesionalisme Guru: Studi Eksplorative di MTs Istiqamah Talu

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ismaiza Busti ◽  
◽  
Mahyudin Ritonga ◽  
Ahmad Lahmi ◽  
◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Data Analysis ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Human Resources ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Teacher Competence ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

The Head of Madrasah has a role in various matters related to improving the quality of both human resources and infrastructure in each madrasah he leads, teachers as human resources elements in madrasahs need strategic steps taken by the head of madrasah to improve their professionalism, this research aims to explore how the role of madarasah head in improving teacher competence in MTs Istiqamah Talu Talamau Subdistrict. Research is designed with an explorative qualitative approach, namely a study that aims to find the role performed by the head of madrasah through the search of various sources, the source of this research is madrasah supervisors, teachers in MTs Istiqamah and madarasah heads as a form of confirmation, to obtain data from the specified sources, in this research used observation techniques, interviews, documentation studies and focus group discussions, data analysis used is descriptive qualitative. The result of the research is that the head of madrasah plays a role in increasing the professionalism of teachers in the form of informative, coordinate, consultative and informative.

scholarly journals Translation Techniques of Sentences Accommodating Satirical Language Styles in The Historical Novels Bumi Manusia and Anak Semua Bangsa

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 93-100
Author(s):  
Noviana Murdiyati ◽  
M.R. Nababan . ◽  
Djatmika .
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Historical Novels ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Language Style ◽  
Translation Techniques ◽  
Language Styles ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

The purpose of the research is to identify the translation techniques used in translating satirical language style in historical novels Bumi Manusia and Anak Semua Bangsa. This research is an embedded research with a descriptive qualitative approach conducted on the romance Bumi Manusia and Anak Semua Bangsa. Data were collected through content analysis and validated by rater through focus group discussions (FGD). The results show that there were 183 satirical language style data in historical novels Bumi Manusia and Anak Semua Bangsa which used 16 translations techniques namely established equivalence, explicitation, modulation, paraphrase, implicitation, compensation, pure borrowing, variant borrowing, transposition, addition, reduction, generalization, literal, discursive creation, particularization and neutralization.

scholarly journals The usability of Jordan Stillbirths and Neonatal Deaths Surveillance (JSANDS) system: Results of focus group discussions

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yousef S. Khader ◽  
Khulood Kayed Shattnawi ◽  
Nihaya Al-Sheyab ◽  
Mohammad S. Alyahya ◽  
Anwar Batieha
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
System Performance ◽  
Surveillance System ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Focal Points ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Neonatal Deaths ◽  
Technical Issues

Abstract Background: Jordan Stillbirths and Neonatal Deaths Surveillance system (JSANDS) is a newly developed system and is currently implemented in five large hospitals in Jordan. This study aimed at exploring the healthcare professionals’ perception about the usability of JSANDS. Methods: A descriptive qualitative approach, using focus group discussions, was adopted. A total of 5 focus groups including 23 focal points were conducted in five participating hospitals in Jordan. Results: Data analysis identified nine main issues related to the JSANDS system: the system usefulness, the system performance, data quality, the system limitations, human rights, female empowerment, nurses’ competencies strengthened, the sustainability of the JSANDS, and COVID-19 impact on the system. Users reported that JSANDS data were useful, the system was simple and easy to use, and the data were accurate and complete. However, some users reported that some technical issues need to be enhanced. Conclusions: JSANDS was perceived positively by the current users. According to them, it provides a formative and comprehensive data on stillbirths and neonatal deaths and their causes, and therefore, was recommended to be adopted by its users and scaled up.

scholarly journals ‘She had it coming?’: An experimental study of text interpretation in a police classroom setting

2018 ◽  
Vol 41 (2) ◽  
pp. 133-153 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sofia Ask
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Focus Group ◽  
Police Officers ◽  
Classroom Setting ◽  
Contrast Variation ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Text Interpretation ◽  
Police Report ◽  
The Law

The aim of this study is to investigate how modifications of reporting verbs, modality, style and use of quotation marks in an authentic police report can lead to different interpretations by two groups of trainee police officers. Data was collected through an experiment in a classroom setting, where police trainees discussed two versions of the same police report in focus group discussions. The trainees’ statements were categorised into three themes: impression of the victim, impression of the accused, and assessment of the situation's severity. The results show that modifications such as formal or informal choice of words and the use of scare quotes proved to be influential linguistic modifications. In contrast, variation of reporting verbs and modality appeared less significant. The two versions of the text created different impressions of both the victim and the accused, and the interpretations of the severity of the situation depicted in the text varied between the two trainee groups. This highlights the importance of further study of the linguistic constructions of victims and perpetrators in police texts, in order to ensure credibility and equality before the law.

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