scholarly journals Predicting Voluntary Exercise Training among Korean Firefighters: Using Elicitation Study and the Theory of Planned Behavior

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (2) ◽  
pp. 467 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chung Gun Lee ◽  
Susan E. Middlestadt ◽  
Seiyeong Park ◽  
Junhye Kwon ◽  
Kyoungmin Noh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Exercise Training ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Anaerobic Power ◽  
Voluntary Exercise ◽  
Control Beliefs ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Elicitation Study ◽  
Salient Beliefs ◽  
Cognitive Determinants ◽  
And Control

Background: Firefighters are required to have high levels of aerobic and anaerobic power because they often perform physically demanding work in dangerous environments. Therefore, it is important to find out salient factors influencing voluntary exercise training among Korean firefighters based on well-validated theory. Methods: The present study conducted an elicitation study to elicit salient behavioral, normative, and control beliefs about exercise training among Korean firefighters and identified salient beliefs that have a significant indirect effect on behavior through intention using structural equation modeling. Results: Although ten modal salient beliefs obtained from our elicitation study are similar to those elicited from previous TPB belief-based research with a focus on exercise behavior, only three of these (i.e., “improves my physical ability” (coef. = 0.078, p = 0.006), “takes too much time” (coef. = 0.064, p = 0.023), and “colleagues” (coef. = 0.069, p = 0.016) indirectly influenced exercise training behavior through intention among Korean firefighters. Conclusions: Our results may contribute to the literature by providing important information suggesting that three modal salient beliefs are major cognitive determinants of exercise training behavior among Korean firefighters and they may play an essential role in developing effective programs or policies for promoting Korean firefighters’ exercise training.

The efficacy of the model of goal directed behavior in explaining Islamic bank saving

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 405-422 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wahyu T. Setyobudi ◽  
Sudarso Kaderi Wiryono ◽  
Reza Ashari Nasution ◽  
Mustika Sufiati Purwanegara
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Control Beliefs ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Islamic Bank ◽  
Analysis Technique ◽  
Bank Behavior ◽  
And Control ◽  
Goal Directed Behavior

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to test the efficacy of model of goal-directed behavior (MGB) to explain and predict savings at Islamic bank behavior. The importance of understanding consumer intention to develop good strategy to accelerate consumer saving at Islamic bank is inevitable. One of the most popular theories explaining behavioral intention was the MGB. Although it has been validated and tested in a variety of contexts, this theory has never been applied in behavior related to Islamic banks. Design/methodology/approach The present study used a combination of qualitative and quantitative data. Qualitative data obtained from 31 in-depth interviews were used to develop behavioral beliefs components and a control beliefs component, while quantitative data obtained from a survey of 316 respondents were used to test the model. Structural equation modeling was the main data analysis technique. Findings The result shows that MGB has good indicators of fit, which implies that it can be used to explain and predict intention to save at Islamic bank. This research also reveals several behavioral and control beliefs that positively contribute to intention. Originality/value This paper contributes to behavior prediction literature by exploring the possibility of the application of the MGB in the Islamic bank context. It also gives a deeper understanding of the Indonesian Islamic bank consumer market that has great potential for development in the future.

scholarly journals Physical Activity Belief Scales for Diabetes Risk: Development and Psychometric Testing

2007 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 316-331 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carolyn L. Blue ◽  
David G. Marrero ◽  
David R. Black
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Psychometric Testing ◽  
Control Beliefs ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Control Belief ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
And Control ◽  
Belief Statements

This article describes the development and psychometric evaluation of behavioral belief, normative belief, and control belief scales, derived from the theory of planned behavior to predict physical activity intentions of persons at risk for diabetes. In Study 1, belief statements from interviews were categorized, ranked, and evaluated for item construction. Content validity was established by 96.1% agreement among a five-member expert panel. In Study 2, items developed from the belief statements were administered to 106 adults at risk for diabetes. Psychometric analyses provided evidence of construct validity and reliability of the three scales. Internal consistency was sufficient (α = .76-.95), and test-retest evaluations indicated scale stability ( r = .79-.91). Factor analyses and confirmatory factor analysis using structural equation modeling provided evidence that the items were appropriately grouped under each construct. Researchers and practitioners can use these measures to assess behavioral, normative, and control beliefs about physical activity among persons at risk for diabetes.

Eliciting salient beliefs of engineers in Malaysia on migrating abroad

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 221-236
Author(s):  
Balu Ramoo ◽  
Chong Yee Lee ◽  
Cheng Ming Yu
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Brain Drain ◽  
Theory Of Planned Behaviour ◽  
Control Beliefs ◽  
Behavioural Intervention ◽  
Planned Behaviour ◽  
Salient Beliefs ◽  
Tpb Model ◽  
And Control

Despite various government efforts incorporating economic, social and political considerations in curbing emigration problem, brain drain remains an issue in Malaysia. This paper examines the determinants of migration from behavioural perspectives. Using Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) model, the engineers’ salient beliefs on migrating abroad were elicited using qualitative analysis. A number of new behavioural, normative and control beliefs were identified. The elicitation of the engineers’ salient beliefs is essential in developing appropriate behavioural intervention programmes to reduce their intention to migrate abroad. The methodology developed in this study can also assist future researchers to identify the salient beliefs of people who have high intention to migrate abroad.

scholarly journals The effect of risk communication on preventive and protective Behaviours during the COVID-19 outbreak: mediating role of risk perception

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Seyed Taghi Heydari ◽  
Leila Zarei ◽  
Ahmad Kalateh Sadati ◽  
Najmeh Moradi ◽  
Maryam Akbari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Perception ◽  
Risk Communication ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Positive Effects ◽  
Global Pandemic ◽  
And Control ◽  
New Evidence

Abstract Background The COVID-19 outbreak is a global pandemic, during which the community preventive and protective behaviors play a crucial role in the containment and control of infection. This study was designed to contribute to the existing knowledge on how risk communication (RC) and risk perception (RP) affect protective and preventive behaviors (PPB) during the COVID-19 outbreak. Methods The required data were extracted from a national online survey of Iranian adults aged 15 and older during March 15–19, 2020 (n=3213). Data analysis was performed using structural equation modeling. Results The study findings reveal that RC has direct and indirect positive effects on PB. Furthermore, this study also provides new evidence indicating that RP mediates the relationship between RC and PB and there is a two-way relationship between RC and RP. These interactions may have impact on risk communication strategies which should be adopted during this pandemic. Conclusion The study findings have remarkable implications for informing future communications as well as interventions during this ongoing outbreak and subsequent national risk events.

Application of the theory of planned behavior to customer switching intentions in the context of bank consolidations

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 147-172 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maya F. Farah
Keyword(s):  
Theory Of Planned Behavior ◽  
Planned Behavior ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Switching Behavior ◽  
Control Beliefs ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Customer Switching

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the factors that affect customers’ switching intentions among banks in the context of mergers and acquisitions, using particularly the case of the merger between Lloyds TSB and Halifax Bank of Scotland, which took place in 2009. Design/methodology/approach On the basis of the theory of planned behavior, a quantitative survey was developed and administered to 515 account holders from both banks in branches located in Spain. Structural equation modeling was then utilized to evaluate the significance of direct and indirect relationships between the various factors under study. Findings Empirical findings indicate a significant direct relationship between switching intentions and each of: behavioral beliefs, normative beliefs, attitudes, and subjective norms. Results also reveal an inverse significant relationship between switching intentions and both control beliefs and perceived behavioral control. Research limitations/implications The absence of a longitudinal study measuring the actual impact of the merger on customer switching behavior is the main limitation of this study. Moreover, despite being insightful, the results of this study should be generalized with caution since the sample was based on a list purposely chosen by the banks’ management. Originality/value This paper discusses customer switching behavior in the context of a real-life case of banks’ consolidation.

scholarly journals DETERMINAN PERILAKU RUMAH TANGGA DALAM PENGHEMATAN ENERGI LISTRIK DI WILAYAH JAWA BARAT MENGGUNAKAN STRUCTURAL EQUATION MODELING

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 121-134
Author(s):  
Siti Sadiah ◽  
Fitria Virgantari ◽  
Ani Andriyani ◽  
Sri Hartini ◽  
Dion Achmad
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Electrical Energy ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Community Activities ◽  
Individual Self ◽  
And Control

This study aims to analyze the Theory Planned of Behavior model using Structural Equation Modeling and analyze the factors that influence household behavior in electricity consumption in West Java. The data used in this study are secondary data on electricity consumption in lighting equipment obtained from the Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation database in 2016. The results showed that behavioral intention and control had a positive and significant effect on behavior, then behavior control had a positive and significant effect. significant on intention. While subjective attitudes and norms do not significantly influence intention. The indicators that influence a person's behavior factors in saving electrical energy in lighting equipment are individual self-awareness to use household appliances that are labeled energy efficient, lifestyle of individuals who often fill their time for cooking activities at home, gathering with friends and family, visiting market, stamp collection, and individuals who work as volunteers, participate in community activities, and gardening.

An Exploratory Factor Analysis of Elicited Students’ Salient Beliefs Toward Critical Reading

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 101
Author(s):  
Nadia Anuar ◽  
Ahmad Mazli Muhammad ◽  
Zainudin Awang
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Exploratory Factor Analysis ◽  
Control Belief ◽  
Critical Reading ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Elicitation Study ◽  
Salient Beliefs ◽  
Panel Review ◽  
And Control ◽  
Relevant Factors

Critical reading was named a key aspiration in the Malaysian Education Blueprint (2015-2025) and is an essential skill students must acquire. However, an increased number of students was reported to demonstrate poor critical reading performance at the workplace. Thus, Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) was utilised to examine students’ beliefs critical reading which encompass behavioural belief (advantages and disadvantages of critical reading), normative belief (identification of people who approve participating in critical reading), and control belief (difficulties in critical reading). A three-stage research design was employed. The first stage, elicitation study, was conducted as this stage has received minimum scholarly attention in the TPB literature and to ensure a more comprehensive analysis. The beliefs were analysed qualitatively, which was proceeded by expert panel review. Subsequently, exploratory factor analysis was conducted to determine the validity of the salient beliefs. Findings from the exploratory factor analysis and reliability analysis revealed that beliefs that were elicited from students in this first stage are appropriate and possess sufficient reliability and construct validity. Hence, the results of this study not only contributed to the critical reading and Theory of Planned Behaviour’s literature but have also identified more relevant factors that influence students’ perception toward critical reading.

The Process Aspect of Project Success

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 70-82
Author(s):  
Nermina Durmic
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Project Success ◽  
Empirical Test ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Empirical Support ◽  
Project Planning ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Execution Phase ◽  
And Control ◽  
The Impact

This paper proposes an empirically tested model that explains the significance of project development phases for the project success, and the impact of project people on each phase. The conceptual model includes six inter-related components: project success as the ultimate target, project team, customer, and three process steps: planning, execution, and control. The empirical test was performed in the context of information systems (IS) projects. Usable data were obtained from a survey of 603 IS professionals and were analysed through structural equation modeling, factor analysis, and descriptive analysis. The results provide good empirical support for the proposed theoretical model. They reveal a significant direct relationship between project planning and control components and project success, and the indirect impact of project execution phase on the project success through mediating project control component. Furthermore, results emphasize the importance of the people aspect for successful execution of each of the introduced process steps.

scholarly journals MEASURING THE PERCEPTION OF SAFETY AMONG TAIWAN CONSTRUCTION MANAGERS

2013 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
pp. 37-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wei Tong Chen ◽  
Chun Sheng Lu ◽  
Shu-Shun Liu ◽  
Min-Shun Wang
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Human Error ◽  
Public Works ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Perceived Safety ◽  
Perception Of Safety ◽  
The Social ◽  
Construction Accidents ◽  
And Control ◽  
And Training

Using Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS) and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), this study develops a model to evaluate construction managers’ perception of safety as relates to six aspects: human error (HE), safety resource and application (SRA), safety equipment and training (SET), site culture and external factors (SCF), safety inspection and audit (SIA), and accident medium and activities (AMA). The model was used to identify and compare the level of safety perceived by Taiwanese construction managers including safety managers, contractor managers, public works managers, design and audit managers, owner audit and control managers, and others. Analysis reveals that safety managers have the highest perception of safety while owner audit and control managers have the lowest. Surprisingly, public works managers and design and audit managers have lower levels of perceived safety than do contractor managers. Apparently, reinforcing the perception of safety between these two types of construction personnel is important to reducing construction accidents in Taiwan.

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