scholarly journals Values and Behaviour: The Literary Concept of “Bosom” in the Akan Culture

2021 ◽  
pp. 143-152
Author(s):  
Peter Arthur
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Social Order ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Oral Literature ◽  
Akan Culture ◽  
Gathering Data

This paper sees the Akan concept of “bosom”, translated into English as “lesser god”, as a very powerful socializing instrument used in constructing social order in the community. The aim of this paper is not to discount or dismiss the spiritual powers of the “bosom” but to use oral literature as a platform to investigate the role of the Akan people in the construction of what is known as “bosom”. This study has recourse to qualitative research methods in gathering data, the researcher immersing in the culture through formal and informal interviews and participant observation. The study also goes further to use the literary stylistics approach in analyzing the data. The findings are that man makes the taboos and the lesser gods execute the punishment. Again, taboos are values which constitute the tracks on which the society moves. These values “disguised” as “bosom” work, thanks to the fear factor in the Akan concept of “bosom”, making Akans literally worship these values in the form of “bosom”. Keywords: Cultural values, taboos, punishment, Akan lesser gods, stylistics

Moving Beyond Themes

2013 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 213-227 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristen Lucas ◽  
Suzy D’Enbeau
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods

Teaching novice qualitative researchers how to move beyond first-cycle themes is a challenging endeavor. In this essay, we articulate four harmful habits that tend to impede our success: moving too quickly, privileging product over process, providing cursory coverage of analytic technique and artistry, and overlooking the role of synthesis in qualitative research. As a step toward replacing harmful habits with more healthy ones, we offer a number of practical suggestions for reimagining the qualitative research methods curriculum.

scholarly journals Ezer Kenegdo: Eksistensi Perempuan dan Perannya dalam Keluarga

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-55
Author(s):  
Grecetinovitria Merliana Butar-butar
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Men And Women ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Family ◽  
Role Of Women

AbstractPurpose of this study was to describe the meaning of ezer kenegdo and to know position and role of women in the family. The research method used is qualitative research methods (library research). The term of “ ezer kenegdo” refer to a helper but her position withoutsuperiority and inferiority. “The patner model” between men and women is uderstood in relation to one another as the same function, where differences are complementary and mutually beneficial in all walks of life and human endeavors.Keywords: Ezer Kenegdo; Women; Family.AbstrakTujuan penulisan artikel ini adalah untuk mendeskripsikan pengertian ezer kenegdo dan mengetahui kedudukan dan peran perempuan dalam keluarga. Metode yang digunakan adalah metode kualitatif library research. Ungkapan “ezer kenegdo” menunjuk pada seorang penolong namun kedudukannya adalah setara tanpa ada superioritas dan inferioritas. “Model kepatneran” antara laki-laki dan perempuan dipahami dengan hubungan satu dengan yang lain sebagai fungsi yang sama, yang mana perbedaan adalah saling melengkapi dan saling menguntungkan dalam semua lapisan kehidupan dan usaha manusia.Kata Kunci: Ezer Kenegdo, Prerempuan, Keluarga.

Guest editorial: a new dawn for qualitative service research

2020 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lars Witell ◽  
Maria Holmlund ◽  
Anders Gustafsson
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Service Research ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Key Characteristics ◽  
Qualitative Research Methodology

Purpose The purpose of this study is to highlight the role of qualitative research in service research. This study discusses what qualitative research is, what role it has in service research and what interest, rigor, relevance and richness mean for qualitative service research. Design/methodology/approach This study examines the most common qualitative research methods and discusses interest, rigor, relevance and richness as key characteristics of qualitative research. The manuscripts in the special issue are introduced and categorized based on their contributions to service research. Findings The findings suggest that the amount of research using qualitative research methods has remained stable over the last 30 years. An increased focus on transparency and traceability is important for improving the perceived rigor of qualitative service research. Originality/value This special issue is the first issue that is explicitly devoted to the qualitative research methodology in service research. In particular, the issue seeks to contribute to a better use and application of qualitative research methodology.

scholarly journals Research Methods in Healthcare Epidemiology: Survey and Qualitative Research

2016 ◽  
Vol 37 (11) ◽  
pp. 1272-1277 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nasia Safdar ◽  
Lilian M. Abbo ◽  
Mary Jo Knobloch ◽  
Susan K. Seo
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Antimicrobial Stewardship ◽  
De Novo ◽  
Survey Development ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Pros And Cons ◽  
Study Designs ◽  
Healthcare Epidemiology

Surveys are one of the most frequently employed study designs in healthcare epidemiology research. Generally easier to undertake and less costly than many other study designs, surveys can be invaluable to gain insights into opinions and practices in large samples and may be descriptive and/or be used to test associations. In this context, qualitative research methods may complement this study design either at the survey development phase and/or at the interpretation/extension of results stage. This methods article focuses on key considerations for designing and deploying surveys in healthcare epidemiology and antibiotic stewardship, including identification of whether or not de novo survey development is necessary, ways to optimally lay out and display a survey, denominator measurement, discussion of biases to keep in mind particularly in research using surveys, and the role of qualitative research methods to complement surveys. We review examples of surveys in healthcare epidemiology and antimicrobial stewardship and review the pros and cons of methods used. A checklist is provided to help aid design and deployment of surveys in healthcare epidemiology and antimicrobial stewardship.Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 2016;1–6

scholarly journals Learning Experiences of Pre-Service Teachers and the Lecturer’s Role in a Qualitative Research Methods Course

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liora Nutov
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Design Research ◽  
Learning Experiences ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Methods Course ◽  
Student Experiences ◽  
Motivation For Learning

Instructors involved in teacher education believe that the language and skills required for qualitative research methods (QRM) provide teachers with the expertise needed for lifelong learning. In this research, I explore the learning experiences of pre-service teachers in a QRM course and examine the role of the lecturer in designing these experiences. I chose the design research method (Kali, Levin-Peled, & Dori, 2009; Wang & Hannafin, 2005) and collected data from 71 students over three academic years. Data analysis uncovered three types of student experiences: motivation for learning, mediation of learning, and meaningful learning – all of which are supported by the lecturer.

scholarly journals Peran Nilai Islami Anggota Koperasi dalam Meningkatkan Eksistensi Lembaga

IQTISHODUNA ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-96
Author(s):  
Witri Retno Handayani ◽  
Umrotul Khasanah
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Cooperative Management ◽  
Traditional Market ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Islamic Values ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

The role of Islamic values in an institution properly and correctly will influence people's decisions to become members of the institution. This study aims to analyze the role and implications of Islamic values of the members of the KSU SWM Malang city, in improving the existence of the institution. The method used is descriptive qualitative research methods. Data collection techniques with in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. The informants in this study were several traders of the Dinoyo traditional market in Malang city, the chairman of the SWM cooperative management and the manager of the SWM cooperative. The results of the study found that the Islamic value of the members of the SWM cooperative was shown in the form of solidarity / teamwork, sincerity and trust in the good performance of the management, as well as the KSU-SWM manager.

scholarly journals Dakwah Majelis Dzikir Islahul Ummah di Gerung Lombok Barat

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
pp. 88-103
Author(s):  
MS Udin ◽  
Bustami Saladin
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Broad Sense ◽  
The Right ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

Da'wah means encouraging people to do good and preventing them from doing evils according to Allah's instructions. In a broad sense, da'wah is not only intended to convey the message of Islam to non-Muslims in order to convert to Islam, but it also to lead someone who has bad morals (naughty people) to return to the right path of Allah Swt. This article examines the role of the Majelis Dzikir of Islahul Ummah in West Lombok in conducting da'wah. Using descriptive qualitative research methods and in-depth interviews, this study concludes that this majelis dhikr is able to preach effectively to Gerung community. It can be seen form the provided data that number of followers of this majelis dhikr has continued to increase around 700 worshipers. In terms of the quality, the majority of the congregation admitted that have experienced the quality of positive changes: from bad to good; from good to better.

scholarly journals PERAN ” EKA LAK THAI” DALAM DEMOKASI DI THAILAND

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Yulia Hartati
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Open Space ◽  
Social Space ◽  
Political Identity ◽  
Qualitative Research Methods ◽  
Political Space ◽  
Religion And State

Abstract This article describes the Role of "Eka Lak Thai" in the development of democracy in Thailand. The author uses qualitative research methods, where the author makes a description, description or painting systematically, factually, accurately about the facts, the properties and relationships between phenomena that are investigated through literature. Thais, Buddhists and Kings are an inseparable part of Thai society which is dictated in the constitution. This has caused democracy in Thailand to be carried out autonomously not absolutely because there is no separation between religion and state, making it difficult for the implementation of democracy. Thai democracy is only ceremonial because it does not open space for freedom of opinion, because the existing tradition is not just a social attribute that can be easily accepted, but the existence of state convictions in Thailand has hardened and become a political identity that fills all space, both political space and social space society. Keywords: Thai Democracy, Eka Lak Thai, Political Identity

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