Consumer's Participation Model in Virtual Communities

2017 ◽  
Vol 13 (4) ◽  
pp. 15-36 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zohreh Dehdashti Shahrokh ◽  
Pedram Behyar
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Consumer Behavior ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Virtual Communities ◽  
The Other ◽  
Competitive Environment ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The Web

Virtual communities are very impressive in the activities associated with the business using facilities provided on the Web and broad access to consumers. More access to users also helps virtual communities to be leading in attracting more users in competition with the other virtual communities. In this regard, providing the model of consumers' participation in virtual communities can be effective in the competitive environment from the cognitive aspects of consumer behavior. The aim of this study is to design consumers' participation model in virtual communities. The mixed method is selected as the research method and in the qualitative section, semi-structured interviews were conducted among the panel of experts; after analyzing the results using the content analysis, the designed model was finally tested. The results showed that in addition to personal and social factors and the services offered by the website, the other factors such as attitudes and we-intentions have also significant impact on the consumers' participation.

Teks Anekdot dalam Cerita Lisan Yong Dollah Pewarisan Orang Melayu Sebagai Alternatif Pemilihan Bahan Ajar Bahasa Indonesia

GERAM ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 30-43
Author(s):  
Muhammad Mukhlis ◽  
Asnawi Asnawi
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Research Method ◽  
The Other ◽  
Teaching Material ◽  
Generic Structure ◽  
Alternative Material ◽  
Descriptive Approach ◽  
Alternative Choice ◽  
Generic Structures ◽  
Bahasa Indonesia

This research is entitled as "Anecdotal Text in the Oral Story of Yong Dollah Inheritance of Malays as Alternative Choice for Indonesian Language Teaching Materials". It is inspired by the collection of Yong Dollah stories as the inheritance of Malays in Bengkalis Regency which contain of humor elements. In addition, the stories have the same characteristics with anecdotal text, so that it can be applied as teaching material for Indonesia Language subject in the school. This research method was content analysis of descriptive approach. This research was conducted during six months. The technique used to collect data were documentation and interview. The data of this study were the entire generic structure and language features of anecdotal texts contained in a collection of Yong Dollah stories which consisted of 11 stories. The result showed that as following. First, there are five texts contain of complete generic structures and six texts contain of incomplete generic structure which is coda part for data 2, 3, 5, 8, and 1. Second, about language features, there are four data contains of all language features of Anecdote text, but on the other side, there are seven incomplete language features in the texts. Third, the consideration of choosing Yong Dollah as alternative material for Indonesia Language subject refers to eight indicators that are conveyed based on teachers’ perception toward Anecdote text Yong Dolla. 55 % of number of teachers claim that these texts suitable to be implemented as teaching material, but 44% of them claim neutral, and 1% claim disagree on it.

scholarly journals The Invasive Niche, a Multidisciplinary Concept Illustrated by Gorse (Ulex Europaeus)

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anne Atlan ◽  
Nathalie Udo
Keyword(s):  
Social Factors ◽  
Global Scale ◽  
The Other ◽  
Ulex Europaeus ◽  
Explanatory Variables ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Invasive Status ◽  
Noxious Weed ◽  
The One ◽  
The Web

This study analyzes the natural and social factors influencing the emergence and publicization of the invasive status of a fast growing bush, gorse (Ulex europaeus), by comparison between countries on a global scale. We used documents collected on the web in a standardized way. The results show that in all the countries studied, there are several public statuses attributed to gorse. The invasive status is the one that is most shared. The other most frequently encountered status are those of noxious weed, and of economically useful. The invasive status is publicized in nearly all countries, including those where gorse is almost absent. We quantified the publicization of the invasive gorse status of gorse by an indicator with 5 levels, and then performed a multivariate analysis that combines natural and social explanatory variables. The results lead us to propose the concept of invasive niche: the set of natural and social parameters that allow a species to be considered invasive in a given socio-ecosystem.

Impact of firm ' s reputation and ethnocentrism on attitude towards foreign products

2014 ◽  
Vol 32 (5) ◽  
pp. 646-664 ◽  
Author(s):  
Madhurima Deb ◽  
Himadri Roy Chaudhuri
Keyword(s):  
Consumer Behavior ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Foreign Products ◽  
Foreign Origin ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Product Preference

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to study the impact of firm ' s reputation and ethnocentrism on young consumer ' s attitude toward products with foreign origin. Design/methodology/approach – To attain the above objective “Mixed Method Approach” is employed. In the present study mixed method research is proposed by integrating qualitative and quantitative technique for data analysis for better breadth and depth of understanding. Findings – Reputation of the firm is found to have a significant impact on young consumers as it minimizes animosity and develops positive attitude toward products with foreign origin. Research limitations/implications – To collect data from the respondents vignettes/story boards were used which led to certain manipulation and hence it could be a limitation. Practical implications – The findings will be useful for the marketers to design their positioning strategies more specific to their target segments for better results. Originality/value – The present study made two significant academic contributions. First, the present study added to the literature of consumer behavior by studying young consumer ' s product preference using an integrated model that depicts variables relevant to the context of globalization, with better predictability. Second, by integrating qualitative research method and quantitative research method to develop better breadth and depth of understanding on customer ' s product preference, the study also contributed to the literature of advanced research methodology in consumer behavior.

scholarly journals China-India Relations under Modi Regime and Pakistan's Concerns

2019 ◽  
Vol IV (IV) ◽  
pp. 476-486
Author(s):  
Sabahat Jaleel ◽  
Shabnam Gul ◽  
Zahid Akbar
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
The Other ◽  
Research Articles ◽  
China And India ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Economic Ties

China and India are rising powers of Asia. Both Asian giants have to adopt the policy of interdependence by growing economic ties; on the other side, they have a strict stance on border disputes. This article describes in detail the bilateral relationship between China-India, especially under the Modi doctrine, during his first term. Secondly, it also discusses the limitation of these growing ties and growing concerns for Pakistan. The basic argument of this article is that the growing economic interdependence will affect Pakistan, especially if this interdependence transfer from the economic to military dimension. The whole data is based on exploratory in nature. A qualitative research method has been used to achieve the research goals. Tools used for data collection include oral interviews and content analysis of the existing literature on the subject in the form of books, official reports and research articles. The relevant literature has been objectively analyzed to reach a meaningful conclusion.

scholarly journals The Reasons Why Patients Abscond From Public Hospitals in Southeastern Iran: a Qualitative Study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahnaz Moradpour ◽  
Mohammadreza Amiresmaili ◽  
Mahmood Nekoi Moghadam ◽  
Tania Dehesh
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Treatment Process ◽  
Public Trust ◽  
Public Hospitals ◽  
Patient Treatment ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Process Data ◽  
Purposive Sampling

Abstract Background: Patient absconding from hospital is one of the permanent issues the hospitals face, which poses many risks and challenges to the patient, hospital, and society. The present study aimed to identify the reasons for patient absconding behavior for public hospitals in southeastern Iran. Methods: The present study is a qualitative study which was conducted at three public hospitals in southeastern Iran using purposive sampling through semi-structured interviews with 63 informants involved in patient treatment process. Data were analyzed using Colaizzi content analysis (CCA) method. Results: Three main themes of economic, social factors, and factors related to the hospital covering 15 subthemes were identified to explain the reasons for patients absconding behavior. Conclusion: There are many reasons for reducing patients absconding from hospitals, and one of the main reasons is the patients’ economic and social problems. The absconding behavior can lead to harm and problems for patients, and some emotional and occupational consequences for the employees and nurses. Paying attention to this issue and considering some courses of action to prevent patient absconding might lead to a considerable promotion of public trust and eliminate many problems for hospitals.

scholarly journals Al-Manhâj al-Fiqhî ‘Inda Jamâ’ah “Muassah al-Da’wah al-Islâmiyah al-Indûnîsiyah” (Lembaga Dakwah Islam Indonesia) wa Âtsâruhu Fî Istinbâth al-Ahkâm al-Syar’iyyah

2022 ◽  
Vol 16 (2) ◽  
pp. 558-594
Author(s):  
Moh. Abdul Kholiq Hasan ◽  
Iskandar Dzulkarnain ◽  
Muh. Nashirudin
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Legal Decisions ◽  
Sharia Law ◽  
Library Research ◽  
The Law ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Right ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative

Indonesian Islamic Da’wa Institution or Lembaga Dakwah Islam Indonesia (LDII) tends to embrace exclusivity and takfiri ideology. This article attempts to reveal the fiqh manhaj (method) that LDII employs and its influences on the legal decisions LDII takes by employing the library research method in descriptive qualitative type. The content analysis in tandem with document triangulation and structured interviews were applied to investigate the textual references LDII uses. The findings indicate that LDII employs a fiqh manhaj called manqul. This influences the law istinbath of LDII. Mandatory to remain in the congregation (jamaah), taking the oath of allegiance to the leader of the jamaah, the claim by the jamaah leader of the right to construct sharia law, license to lie, and takfiri are some controversial products of the manqul. With takfiri as the most dangerous product of the manqul, it befalls the government of Indonesia to watch over this jamaah. اشتهرت مؤسسة الدعوة الإسلامية الإندونيسية أو ما يسمى بـــ LDII بتكفيرها على جميع المسلمين سوى جماعتهم. وتهدف هذه الدراسة لمعرفة أصل المنهج الفقهي عند هذه الجماعة وآثاره في استنباط الأحكام الشرعية عندهم. واعتمدت الدراسة على منهج البحث الوصفي التحليلي، بطريقة تحليل المحتوي أو ما يسمى بــ (content analysis). وقد توصلت الدراسة إلى القول بأن أصل المنهج الفقهي عند هذه الجماعة هو ما يسمى بـ"المنقول". وإن لهذا المنهج الفقهي أثار كبير في استنباط الأحكام الشرعية عند هذه الجماعة. ومن بينها: لزوم الناس لجماعتهم، وجوب البيعة لإمامهم، وجوب الإنفاق، ادعاء إمامهم أن لهم حقّ في تشريع الأحكام، إباحة التقية أو الكذب على الآخرين. ومن أخطر هذه المخالفات تكفيرهم لجميع المسلمين ممن ليسوا من جماعتهم. لأن هذا الاستنباط له أثر سيئ لوحدة الشعب، ولذا على حكومة إندونيسيا أن تتنبه دائما تجاه هذه الجماعة المنحرفة.

scholarly journals Cooperation Networks and Embeddedness—The Case of the Portuguese Footwear Sector

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (22) ◽  
pp. 9612
Author(s):  
Rúben Rocha ◽  
Anderson Rei Galvão ◽  
Carla Susana Marques ◽  
Carla Mascarenhas ◽  
Vítor Braga
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Empirical Evidence ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
The Other ◽  
Internationalization Process ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Data Coding ◽  
Business Association ◽  
Practical Implications

The purpose of this paper is to explore the role of embeddedness and cooperation networks in the business internationalization process. To achieve the abovementioned purpose, a qualitative methodology was carefully chosen, through which semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten entrepreneurs of the footwear sector in Portugal, as well as with a head of the national footwear business association. In order to process the data obtained by conducting the interviews, content analysis and data coding through the NVivo software were performed. The results suggest that internationalization is essential for companies in the Portuguese footwear sector. In addition to internationalization helping companies to increase their turnover, it allows companies to grow in a more sustainable way. On the other hand, research also allows us to deduce that networks play an important role in the development of the organizations in question, as they facilitate access to various resources indispensable to this growth. Concerning embeddedness, this aspect presents itself as a facet to which special attention should be paid, considering the pre-eminence that respondents attribute to all variables that help to structure this dimension. The conclusions of this study have theoretical and practical implications, which provide empirical evidence of how the internationalization process can influence the activity of Portuguese companies in the footwear sector. In addition, the results contribute to the evolution of existing knowledge about how embeddedness and cooperation networks facilitate the internationalization process.

scholarly journals Optimalisasi Lahan Untuk Pengembangan Rekreasi Dan Budaya Dengan Metode Highest And Best Use (Hbu)

2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (4) ◽  
pp. 403
Author(s):  
Bagus Nuari Priambudi1 ◽  
Ragil - Haryanto
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Method ◽  
Economic Benefit ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Social Economic ◽  
The Other ◽  
Property Development ◽  
The Public ◽  
High Profit ◽  
Retail Property ◽  
The City

ABSTRACT Since 2010 the bussines property development in Semarang City has significant increased. This was shown by skylines likes mall, office complexs and also hotel. On the other side the availability of the land in the city is limit. Owing to that It needs land use optimalization. Oe way is a bussines property with the purpose is to maximalized the land managing so by that the land will got a high cost. The aim of the research was to know the optimalized of land used with used Highest and Best Use Method (HBU) and to get the public opinion related with the developed. The Research method was mixed method (Quantitative and Qualitative) and the locations were Taman Budaya Raden Saleh (TBRS) and Wonderia. The wide of thus areas were 90.000 m2 or 9 Ha. Thus was choosed by Trans Retail Property. The reseason was because the areas were strategic and width lands. On the other hand the attraction that are showed in thus recreations were not attractive. By thus fact it can be say that the land used of the two areas were not yet optimal.By the analized it can be concluded that by the investment approach : the complexs of Taman Budaya Raden Saleh and Wonderia feasible and allow to develop hotel and mall with the high profit. Beside that it also can get benefit of social economic it needs redesain of the city forest used (existing) without any loosing their functions. By that it hopes can get balancing between private public and best and also highest land used in the complexs of Taman Budaya Raden Saleh and Wonderia. Keyword : Optimalization,Land,Highest and Best Use ABSTRAK Perkembangan bisnis properti di Kota Semarang sudah mulai meningkat secara signifikan sejak tahun 2010. Hal ini ditandai dengan mulai munculnya gedung-gedung bertingkat seperti mall, kompleks perkantoran dan juga hotel. Di sisi lain ketersediaan lahan di kota semakin terbatas, untuk itu perlu dilakukan optimalisasi penggunaan lahan. Salah satu cara yaitu dengan mendirikan sebuah usaha property dengan maksud untuk memaksimalkan pengelolaan lahan agar mencapai nilai jual yang tinggi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji pemanfaatan lahan yang paling optimal dengan menggunakan metode Highest and Best Use (HBU) dan menjaring opini publik terkait rencana pengembangannya. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah mixed method (kuantitatif dan kualitatif). Lokasi penelitian adalah Taman Budaya Raden Saleh (TBRS) dan Wonderia dengan luas lahan yaitu 90.000 m2 atau 9 Ha. Lokasi tersebut merupakan area yang sudah dipilih oleh Trans Retail Property, yang paling memungkinkan untuk rencana pembangunan Trans Studio Semarang. Pemilihan lokasi didasarkan pada letak lahan yang strategis, namun atraksi wisata yang ada di wahana tersebut kurang menarik. Sehingga pemanfaatan lahan di lokasi tersebut kurang optimal. Berdasarkan hasil analisis dapat disimpulkan bahwa dari segi pendekatan investasi, Komplek Taman Budaya Raden Saleh dan Wonderia layak dan memungkinkan untuk dikembangkan menjadi hotel dan mall yang dapat menghasilkan profit tinggi. Selain itu untuk dapat menghasilkan suatu economic benefit social bagi lingkungan sekitar, diperlukan adanya suatu re-desain pemanfaatan hutan kota (eksisting) tanpa menghilangkan fungsinya. Sehingga dapat tercipta keseimbangan antara private public dan penggunaan terbaik dan tertinggi dari lahan di komplek TBRS dan Wonderia.

scholarly journals ISLAMIC RELIGIOUS VALUES REPRESENTED BY MAIN CHARACTERS AND PORTRAYED OF ISLAM WITHIN BUMI CINTA

MIMESIS ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 74
Author(s):  
Wiwiek Afifah
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Research Method ◽  
The Other ◽  
Religious Values ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Main Character ◽  
Making Meaning ◽  
Good People ◽  
Negative Perceptions

Negative perceptions toward Islam are increasing because of the emergence of various issues in intolerance. On the other hand, an Islamic novel entitled Bumi Cintais full of virtuous capturing from the representation of the main character. Therefore, this study aims to find out the religious values and Islamic representations. The research method is inferential content analysis with the data obtained from the novel. The data procurement includes sampling and determination of the unit then validity of data is done by discussing them to the experts. The technique to analyze the data is classification, making meaning, and inference. Findings of this study are the spirit of seeking knowledge, honesty, discipline in worship, carry out all the religions commands, never surrender when getting problems, patient when facing temptations, stay away from haramfoods, sincere in giving aids, establishing fraternal relations with friends across religions and appeal to do good things. Therefore, from the whole analysis, it can be stated that Islam is a peaceful and tolerance religion that drove its adherents to become good people.  

scholarly journals FENOMENA PERLUASAN DAN PENYEMPITAN MAKNA DALAM ILMU SEMANTIK

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 8-18
Author(s):  
Ahmad Sirfi Fatoni
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Social Factors ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Language Use ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
The Other ◽  
Cultural Changes ◽  
Common People ◽  
Self Help ◽  
Distinguishing Features

This article examines  the expansion and narrowing of meaning in the field of semanticsThe reasons that triggers this research  because the meaning in one period of time can change and most likely different at other times, this situation occurs because of the development of thinking of language users and cultural changes. From there emerged several phenomena such as the expansion and narrowing of meaning. This research is a qualitative research. As for the research method  used descriptive analysis and critical. The findings of the research  are: (1) The expansion of meaning is certainly closely related to language use. The language-speaking community in expanding the meaning contained in a word can use analogy or with self-help language itself. Expansion is often caused by social factors. A word that changes its usage from a limited circle into general usage sometimes will expand its meaning and lose some of its distinguishing elements, (2) The expansion of meaning is not only a booster in the development of semantics and method in the development of linguistic science, but on the other side it shows the weakness of a language, especially for common people, (3) The expansion of meaning is the result of the abortion of some the distinguishing features of a word, while the narrowing of meaning is the result of the addition of some the distinguishing features of a word, (4) Narrowing of meaning is found in the realm of scientific and artistic terms, in fact it’s closely related to the phenomena of homonym and polysemy.

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