scholarly journals Behaviour Change in Drought Response and Management: Case Study of Mudzi District, Zimbabwe

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 294
Author(s):  
Tendai Chigavazira ◽  
Horácio Lucas Zandamela
Keyword(s):  
Behavioural Change ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Hiv And Aids ◽  
Conservation Of Resources ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Management Case Study ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Document Review ◽  
Behavioural Theories

This paper seeks to contribute to the droughts discourse through explaining the vulnerability of women to droughts by analysing the different livelihood strategies employed by women and their responses. The conservation of resources (COR) theory and ecological theory was applied to understand the issues of vulnerability, adaptation and coping with droughts. A qualitative approach was utilised through the application of semi-structured interviews, observation and document review tools. Although the element of behavioural change is illuminated in the behavioural theories and applied in some studies such as HIV and AIDS, this element is missing in the drought literature. In this paper, the behavioural change element that emerged is not only important but also relevant in understanding the dynamics associated with drought responses. This generates a novice understanding and explanation of the vulnerability of women to droughts and in so doing, it shapes the drought discourse beyond the traditional arena.

scholarly journals Reaction to and Coping With Domestic Violence by Iranian Women Victims: A Qualitative Approach

2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (7) ◽  
pp. 100 ◽  
Author(s):  
Masoud Bahrami ◽  
Paymaneh Shokrollahi ◽  
Shahnaz Kohan ◽  
Ghodratollah Momeni ◽  
Mozhgan Rivaz
Keyword(s):  
Domestic Violence ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Reliability And Validity ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Coping With Stress ◽  
Ways Of Coping ◽  
Health Promoting ◽  
Seeking Help ◽  
And Coping

<p><strong>INTRODUCTION:</strong> Domestic violence is a continual stressor that motivates its victim to react. The way a woman deals with her husband’s violence determine the consequence of the violent relationship. In the present study, a qualitative approach was employed to investigate women’s reactions to and ways of coping with domestic violence.</p><p><strong>METHOD:</strong> Semi-structured interviews were conducted in 2014 with 18 women who experienced domestic violence in an attempt to explain how women deal with domestic violence. After the interviews were transcribed word by word, they were explored in the form of meaningful units and encoded as subcategories and categories<strong> </strong>through inductive content analysis. The reliability and validity of the interviews were measured by an external supervisor.</p><p><strong>RESULTS: </strong>Two categories of reaction and coping were identified through content analysis: passive and non-normative measures and active measures. Passive and non-normative measures included the subcategories of harmful behaviors, retaliation, tolerance, and silence. Active measures included seeking help and advice, legal measures, leaving the spouse, positive and health promoting measures.</p><p><strong>CONCLUSION: </strong>In the present study, ways of coping with a husband’s violence among women experiencing domestic violence were divided into two categories: passive and non-normative measures and active measures. These categories confirmed the models of coping with stress in previous studies. Adopting an appropriate approach to dealing with domestic violence is affected by a woman’s capacity and beliefs, the dominant culture, intensity of the violence, available social and legal supports, and effectiveness of evaluation measures. To generalize service provision to victimized women, the type of coping and the reason for adopting the chosen approach need to be taken into account.</p>

scholarly journals Kemampuan Unit Usaha Yayasan Nurul Hayat Dalam Menunjang Biaya Operasioanal Lembaga Amil Zakat

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 92
Author(s):  
Novalia Nastiti ◽  
Imron Mawardi
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Sampling Method ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Business Unit ◽  
Operational Cost ◽  
Case Study Method ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Descriptive Case Study ◽  
The Right

Amil zaka in zaka institutions has the right as one of eight ashnaf. Their rights are usually used by zaka institutions as operational cost. However, not all of the intitutions which manage zaka take amil’s right, one of them is Yayasan Nurul Hayat. This institution does not take amil’s right and it is independent in its operational cost. To support this operational cost, Yayasan Nurul Hayat establish business unit with utilize its profit.This study aimed to discover the capability of business unit in supporting operational cost of Yayasan Nurul Hayat. This study used a qualitative approach with descriptive case study method. The selections of informant are using purposive sampling method. Data collection was conducted by semi-structured interviews and documentation. This data is analyzed using descriptive method.The result of this study shows that Yayasan Nurul Hayat Employments’ Salary is taken from business unit’s profit. It is also used to give bonus for employments and grow the business unit of Yayasan Nurul Hayat up. From the result of this study, it can be concluded that the business unit which is developed has great capability to support operational cost of Yayasan Nurul Hayat.

scholarly journals Towards an Understanding of Excellence in Ur ban Pedagogy: A Portrait of a High School

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Renu Ahuja
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Instructional Leadership ◽  
School Success ◽  
Educational Leaders ◽  
Collective Responsibility ◽  
Shared Decision ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Document Review

This case study describes processes in an urban high school, which contribute to excellence in urban pedagogy, and investigates teachers’ and educational leaders’ perceptions of the factors influencing their commitment to school success. Six themes related to excellence in urban pedagogy were identified. Data in the form of semi-structured interviews, observations, and document review de scribe a school in which the leadership strives to develop human capability at all levels through empowerment and shared decision-making. The study indicates that students’ achievement is a collective responsibility and strong instructional leadership is a key for success in urban schools. More studies may be needed to show how contextual experience of teachers and teacher’s self-efficacy are related.

scholarly journals GESTÃO AMBIENTAL NAS ORGANIZAÇÕES DA QUARTA COLÔNIADOI:10.5773/rgsa.v4i1.222

2010 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 214
Author(s):  
Kleiton Douglas Saggin ◽  
Renata Gonçalves Rodrigues ◽  
Andréa Polidori Célia ◽  
Paloma de Mattos ◽  
Tânia Nunes da Silva
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Environmental Management ◽  
Development Strategy ◽  
Environmental Law ◽  
Environmental Issues ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Environmental Practices ◽  
New Strategies

A reflexão sobre as práticas ambientais, em um contexto marcado pela degradação permanente do meio ambiente e do seu ecossistema, tem exigido novas posturas das organizações. Contudo, adotar a gestão ambiental como estratégia de desenvolvimento, contempla as necessidades das organizações em aliar crescimento econômico e sustentabilidade. Neste sentido, este artigo tem como objetivo identificar se existe a preocupação com as questões ambientais por parte das organizações da região da Quarta Colônia e se as mesmas adotam programas de gestão ambiental, analisando fatores que podem influenciar nas diferentes abordagens dadas ao tema. Para atingir o objetivo proposto, utilizou-se uma abordagem qualitativa em um estudo considerado exploratório e compreendido como estudo de caso. A amostra foi de cinco organizações da Região da Quarta Colônia onde foram realizadas visitas técnicas e entrevistas semi-estruturadas. Como resultado significativo do estudo, pôde se constatar que as organizações estudadas limitam-se apenas às exigências da legislação ambiental em vigor. Assim as organizações necessitam adotar novas posturas e um processo de atualização contínua que pode ser viabilizado pela gestão ambiental. Palavras-chave: Gestão ambiental; Quarta Colônia; organizações; desenvolvimento. Abstract The reflection about environmental practices, in a context marked by permanent degradation of the environment and its ecosystem, has required new strategies from the organizations. However, adopting environmental management as a development strategy satisfies the organizations needs to gather economic growth and sustainability. Thus, this paper aims on identifying whether the organizations from the Quarta Colonia Region are concerned about environmental issues and whether they adopt environmental management programs, analyzing aspects which can influence the different approaches applied to this issue. In order to reach such aim, a qualitative approach was used in a study considered exploratory and comprised as a case study. The sample consisted of five organizations from the Quarta Colonia Region where there were technical visits and semi-structured interviews. A relevant result of the study was that it was possible to observe that the studied organizations are restricted only to the operative environmental law requirements. Thus, organizations ought to adopt new emplacements and a continuous updating process, which can become viable through the environmental management. Keywords: Environmental management; Quarta Colônia; organizations; development

Unpacking the Resource Curse and Realism Challenges on Economic Development in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

2022 ◽  
pp. 318-336
Author(s):  
Germain Miteu Tshinu
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Democratic Republic Of Congo ◽  
Resource Curse ◽  
Mineral Resources ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Access To Education ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
The Third

The third theme of the book seeks to understand the role of mineral resources in the African continent's socio-economic development. The case study of the DRC is used to understand the role played by the state-owned mining company Gecamines to socio-economic conditions of employees and the country's development at large. Resource curse and realism theories are utilised in this case study to unpack the role of mineral resources to Gecamines employees' access to education and healthcare in particular and to the entire country in general. The chapter employed a case study design with a qualitative approach research in its endeavour of exploring Gecamines' socio-economic contribution to its employees. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with Gecamines' managers, unskilled mine workers, and the Provincial Department of Mines' officers.

scholarly journals Exploring Open Distance Learning at a Jordanian University: A Case Study

2009 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Khalil M. Dirani ◽  
Seung Won Yoon
Keyword(s):  
Distance Learning ◽  
Administrative Support ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Arab Region ◽  
Adverse Conditions ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Distance Learning Program

This case study explores an open distance learning program offered by the Information Technology and Computing (ITC) department at AOUJ, a major university in Jordan. It provides an overview of e-learning in the Arab region and explores factors that affect ODL quality in the Arab Open University in Jordan (AOUJ). The research utilized a qualitative approach, which included five lengthy semi-structured interviews with the program director, two instructors, and three students. Three important conclusions can be drawn from the study about e-learning in the Arab region: (1) the existence of adverse conditions, (2) the presence of strong instructional practices, and (3) the need to improve administrative support.

scholarly journals Permanent health education based on research with professionals of a multidisciplinary residency program: case study

2014 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 49-54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cristiane Trivisiol da Silva ◽  
Marlene Gomes Terra ◽  
Silviamar Camponogara ◽  
Maria Henriqueta Luce Kruse ◽  
Camila Castro Roso ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Education ◽  
Residency Program ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Document Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Systematic Observation ◽  
Clinical Practices ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Thematic Content Analysis

This research aims to identify the perception of professional members of a multi-professional residency program on Permanent Health Education. It is a case study research using a qualitative approach, with sixteen members of a multi-professional residency program. The data were collected from January to May 2012, through semi-structured interviews, document analysis and systematic observation, and analyzed according to Thematic Content Analysis. Two categories were identified: Permanent Health Education establishing collective spaces of reflection of practices and Permanent Health Education that promotes integration between disciplines. The members of the multiprofessional residency team were found to be aware that permanent education permeates their training and enables reflection on their clinical practices and multidisciplinary action as producers of health actions.

scholarly journals Gerenciamento de estoques e vendor managed inventory: um estudo de caso em uma rede supermercadista

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 50-59
Author(s):  
Letícia De Cassia Teixeira Vilhena ◽  
Priscilla Cristina Cabral Ribeiro
Keyword(s):  
Inventory Management ◽  
Cost Reduction ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Vendor Managed Inventory ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Safety Stock ◽  
Food Retailer ◽  
Demand Fluctuations ◽  
Increasing Demand

Among logistics activities, inventory management stands out for cost increasing, demand fluctuations and for ensuring reasonable operational resources use. Therefore, a tool that enables more efficient inventory management Vendor Managed Inventory - VMI. It enables inventory monitoring by the supplier, being his responsibility immediately resupply when safety stock is reached. In face of such importance, this study aims to analyze VMI adoption in a food retailer inventory. So, a qualitative approach was used, presenting a case study, with semi-structured interviews with a script of questions. Thus, through this research we could identify advantages such as stock and delivery cost reduction.

scholarly journals Students’ Perspectives Concerning Intercultural Competence Development during their Academic Exchange Period

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (80) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ricardo Miguel André das Dores
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Differences ◽  
Intercultural Competence ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Qualitative Approach ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Observation Data ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Institutional Policies ◽  
Academic Exchange

In this case study with a qualitative approach we aim to analyze perspectives of students on the intercultural competence and its development during their academic exchange period abroad. The increasingly competitive and globalized labor market requires knowledgeable professionals from an intercultural point of view. The techniques to collect data were semi-structured interviews and participant observation. Data analysis procedures followed content analysis. The results suggest that the perception of cultural differences increases in students, although the development and improvement of institutional policies of universities is necessary for the preparation of strategies that promote the development of said competences. Conclusions point towards the increased relevance that intercultural competence represents on Higher Education nowadays and on future professionals.

scholarly journals Work-related concerns of South Africans living with HIV and AIDS

2004 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dianne Maloon ◽  
Freddie Crous ◽  
Anne Crafford
Keyword(s):  
Financial Constraints ◽  
Coping Mechanisms ◽  
Hiv And Aids ◽  
Hiv Status ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
South Africans ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Black South Africans ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Living With Hiv

Aspects relating to the management of HIV and AIDS are issues of extreme importance in South Africa at present. In light of this, a qualitative study was conducted to explore the work-related concerns of Black South Africans living with HIV and AIDS. Semi-structured interviews with 22 participants revealed that work-related concerns cannot be understood outside of general financial constraints and relationship issues. Additional categories emerging from the study are: coming to terms with HIV, fear of disclosure, job-related barriers and coping mechanisms. The implications of these findings are discussed and recommendations made. Opsomming Aspekte rakende die bestuur van HIV en VIGS doen hulle voor as vraagstukke wat van kardinale belang is in die Suid-Afrikaaanse opset. In die lig hiervan is ’n kwalitatiewe studie uitgevoer ten einde die werkverwante besorgdhede van swart Suid-Afrikaners met HIV en Vigs, te ondersoek. Semi-gestruktureerde onderhoude met 22 deelnemers het aan die lig gebring dat werkverwante besorgdhede moeilik, buite die konteks van algemene finansiële beperkinge en verhoudingsvraagstukke, te verstaan is. Addisionele vraagstukke wat geïdentifiseer is, is om tot aanvaarding te kom met HIV, vrees vir bekendmaking van HIV status, werksverwante hindernisse en hanteringsmeganismes. Die implikasies van hierdie bevindinge is bespreek en aanbevelings is gemaak.

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