scholarly journals Pocket-Picking to Armed Robbery to Prison: The Life and Criminological Analysis of Good Boy, Bad Boy and Wiser Man, Sal Ali

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
J Forbes Farmer ◽  
Sal Ali ◽  
Jean Dawson
Keyword(s):  
Social Learning Theory ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Life Story ◽  
Criminal History ◽  
Juvenile Detention ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Armed Robbery ◽  
Criminological Analysis

This case study examines the self-reported life story of a prisoner who has spent much of his life in juvenile detention and adult prison. His criminal history began with pocket-picking, then breaking and entry, and then advanced to armed robbery. Social learning theory, self-control theory and rational choice theory are discussed and the inmate’s reflections on them are offered in his words with illustrations from his experience.

scholarly journals The Image of Modern Filipino Pirates: Dimensions And Implications of Media Piracy

2014 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Zoe Andrea Rilloraza ◽  
Juan Carlos Abad ◽  
Khyle Angeline Cabilan ◽  
Lorry John Cervantes ◽  
Ruflyle Fontanilla ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High School ◽  
Social Learning Theory ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Special Science ◽  
The Internet ◽  
The World ◽  
Science High School ◽  
Day By Day

Media piracy is slowly increasing its popularity, on the Internet, in the market, schools and the community. Day by day, millions of information is either being downloaded or uploaded to or from the Internet and making media piracy a lot more popular than it is already. Enjoying the comfort of their beds and by just clicking, pirates have already earned thousands in just a minute, which attracts people to join the pack. There is no doubt that media piracy could take over the world because in just over three decades it became a global matter. It became a monster of society. This study is all about The Image of Modern Filipino Pirates: Dimensions and Implications on Media Piracy. This study was conducted in Lorma Colleges Special Science High School and its respondents were 3rd year and 4th-year students and the Faculty of LCSSHS. This study focused on the following theories such as Rational Choice Theory, Social Learning Theory and Self-Control Theory.

scholarly journals Annuitization Puzzles

2011 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 143-164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shlomo Benartzi ◽  
Alessandro Previtero ◽  
Richard H Thaler
Keyword(s):  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Self Control ◽  
Institutional Factors ◽  
Control Problems ◽  
Substantial Portion ◽  
Savings Behavior ◽  
Retirement Saving ◽  
Over Time ◽  
Acceptance Speech

In his Nobel Prize acceptance speech given in 1985, Franco Modigliani drew attention to the “annuitization puzzle”: that annuity contracts, other than pensions through group insurance, are extremely rare. Rational choice theory predicts that households will find annuities attractive at the onset of retirement because they address the risk of outliving one's income, but in fact, relatively few of those facing retirement choose to annuitize a substantial portion of their wealth. There is now a substantial literature on the behavioral economics of retirement saving, which has stressed that both behavioral and institutional factors play an important role in determining a household's saving accumulations. Self-control problems, inertia, and a lack of financial sophistication inhibit some households from providing an adequate retirement nest egg. However, interventions such as automatic enrollment and automatic escalation of saving over time as wages rise (the “save more tomorrow” plan) have shown success in overcoming these obstacles. We will show that the same behavioral and institutional factors that help explain savings behavior are also important in understanding 1) how families handle the process of decumulation once retirement commences and 2) why there seems to be so little demand to annuitize wealth at retirement.

scholarly journals Analisis Faktor Pendukung dan Faktor Penghambat dalam Pelaksanaan Pemanfaatan Aset Tetap Badan Layanan Umum (BLU): Studi Kasus pada Politeknik Keuangan Negara STAN

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 142-156
Author(s):  
Trisepti Wahyuningsih
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Human Resources Management ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
Fixed Assets ◽  
Edward Iii ◽  
Activity Management ◽  
And Control

This study aims to analyze the factors that support and hinder the implementation of the utilization of fixed assets in BLU with a case study on PKN STAN. PKN STAN is one of the BLU of education in Indonesia. The factors used to refer to agency theory, rational choice theory, Edward III theory, and a review of previous research. This research uses an explorative qualitative analysis method. Data collection uses virtual semi-structured in-depth interview techniques. The results showed that the supporting factors for the utilization of fixed assets in BLU are Human Resources, Regulation, Supervision and Control, the Role and Commitment of Leader, and Tariff. Whereas, the inhibiting factors are Activity Management, Human Resources, Regulation, the Role and Commitment of the Leader, and Governance. This research implies that BLU has a significant role in optimizing the utilization of its fixed assets through Human Resources management and activity management. Besides, regulators also play a role in strengthening the flexibility of BLU within the scope of the utilization of fixed assets through clear regulations.

scholarly journals Factors Affecting Tourism Destination: A Case Study in Ha Tien City, Vietnam

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (6) ◽  
pp. 70-80
Author(s):  
Da Van Huynh ◽  
Hang Thi Thuy Tran ◽  
Trieu Quang Pham ◽  
Xuan Thanh Duong ◽  
Dong Trung Pham
Keyword(s):  
Regression Analysis ◽  
Rational Choice ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Tourist Destination ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Landscape Factors ◽  
Tourism Services

On the basis of theories of tourism, services, rational choice theory and previous empirical studies, the study proposes a research framework including 6 factors affecting tourists’ decisions when choosing Ha Tien as a destination to visit. The research sample was carried out by surveying by questionnaire with 100 tourists who visited Ha Tien City. Evaluation of the reliability of the scales shows that the destination information factor has not yet ensured the reliability of the scale. Regression analysis shows that there are 3 out of 6 independent factors that most influence tourists’ decision to choose when choosing Ha Tien as a tourist destination. In which, environmental and landscape factors have the most influence on tourists’ decision to choose Ha Tien as a destination. As a result, the article proposes some solutions to contribute to attracting more and more tourists to Ha Tien City.

“Where to Publish?” Avoiding Mediocrity for Academic Staff Promotion at the University of Dar es Salaam

2021 ◽  
Vol 48 (2) ◽  
pp. 621-646
Author(s):  
Alexander Makulilo
Keyword(s):  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Dar Es Salaam ◽  
University Management ◽  
World Class ◽  
The University ◽  
Promotion Rate ◽  
High Rejection

Abstract Does “where to publish” affect academic staff promotion outcome? Using rational choice theory and the University of Dar es Salaam as case study, this article analyses the law and practice associated with academic staff promotion regarding “where to publish”. The article finds that the University has relatively well elaborate and adequate promotion guidelines and institutional frameworks to guide on “where to publish” in line with its vision of becoming a world-class university. Nonetheless, through series of workshops with staff and heads of department as well as interviews with the University management, it was observed that there is still little understanding of “where to publish” among staff although the situation is progressively changing. Some staff prefer predatory journals due to ignorance, frequent failures and lack of confidence to publish in credible journals. Consequently, the annual promotion rate remains low suggesting high rejection of publications by the University due to predatory nature of media of publication and failure by majority staff to publish.

To Vote or not to Vote?

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fortune Agbele
Keyword(s):  
Voter Turnout ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
National Level ◽  
Comprehensive Understanding ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Local Contexts ◽  
General Elections

This book examines variations in voter turnout at the sub-national level during general elections. It employs a case study–mixed methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative data to provide in-depth evidence for three systematically selected constituencies with varying levels of voter turnout. Findings from the study challenge the adequacy of the strict application of rational choice theory in providing a comprehensive understanding of why voter turnout might vary. The book furthermore advances a framework, that is, individual and collective-level utilities, expanding on the concept of utility to account for variations in voter turnouts. The book’s conclusions highlight the importance of local contexts in shaping voter behaviour and emphasises the primacy of local political dynamics when studying voter behaviour. Moreover, the book enriches our understanding of voter behaviour on the African continent, underscoring the need to adopt a multi-dimensional lens for the study of African politics.

scholarly journals Decision Theory as Practice: Crafting Rationality in Organizations

2010 ◽  
Vol 31 (11) ◽  
pp. 1531-1566 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laure Cabantous ◽  
Jean-Pascal Gond ◽  
Michael Johnson-Cramer
Keyword(s):  
Social Construction ◽  
Decision Theory ◽  
Decision Analysis ◽  
Rational Choice ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
The Social ◽  
Wide Range

This paper explores the underlying practices whereby rationality — as defined in rational choice theory — is achieved within organizations. The qualitative coding of 58 case study reports produced by decision analysts, working in a wide range of settings, highlights how organizational actors can make decisions in accord with the axioms of rational choice theory. Our findings describe the emergence of ‘decision-analysis’ as a field and reveal the complex and fragile socio-technical infrastructure underlying the craft of rationality, the central role of calculability, and the various forms of bricolage that decision analysts deploy to make rational decisions happen. Overall, this research explores the social construction of rationality and identifies the practices sustaining the performativity of rational choice theory within organizations.

scholarly journals A Case-Study of Financial Literacy and Wellbeing of Immigrants in Lloydminster, Canada

2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (8) ◽  
pp. 37 ◽  
Author(s):  
Oludamola Durodola ◽  
Patricia Fusch ◽  
Steven Tippins
Keyword(s):  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Social Institutions ◽  
Literacy Education ◽  
Study Data ◽  
Financial Decisions ◽  
Adult Immigrants

The sources of financial literacy education accessible to immigrants to Canada and the link between immigrant’s financial literacy and financial decisions could impact their welfare and Canada’s population growth negatively. The purpose of this qualitative exploratory case study was to explore sources of immigrant’s financial literacy education immediately they arrive Canada and the link between their financial knowledge and financial decisions. The life cycle hypothesis, rational choice theory, and bounded rationality theory grounded the study. Data collection from the purposeful sample included semi-structured face-to-face interviews with 13 adult immigrants and a focus group discussion with 6 adult immigrants, all of whom lived, worked, or owned a business in the city of Lloydminster. Data was collected between December 12 and December 19 2016. Using Yin’s 5 step data analytic procedure, the 6 themes that described the pattern between immigrant’s wellbeing and their financial literacy levels are social institutions, economic institutions, pressure impacting financial decisions, credit facility impacting financial decisions, emotions impacting financial decisions, and discount deals impacting financial decisions. The results from this qualitative study might trigger positive social change if immigrants to Canada develop their financial literacy levels and stay committed to making sensible financial decisions.

Plausible Solutions to School Violence and Disturbance in America

2016 ◽  
pp. 185-209
Author(s):  
Peter A. Barone
Keyword(s):  
School Violence ◽  
Social Learning Theory ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
School Shootings ◽  
Warning Signs ◽  
School Officials ◽  
Learned Behavior ◽  
Being Bullied ◽  
Definition Of

This chapter discussed the overall reduction of crime and rise of violence in schools across America to include activities from bullying to school shootings. There was a definition of school violence provided along with the most common reasons why bulling occurs. The importance of warning signs was addressed and the significance of having key individuals such as teachers, coaches, counselors, SRO's, parents and family members trained in recognizing these signs so that some type of orchestrated intervention can be applied to the situation and the children being bullied and those performing the bullying can be addressed. The fact of why many children do not report being bullied or ask for help and how it is connected to the issues of power was provided and information regarding teachers who would rather ignore bullying in their classrooms than to address it and be in a confrontational situation was examined. The four prominent theories which relate directly to learned behavior and violence, such as social learning theory, differential association, rational choice theory and Violentization were discussed due to them being the foundation for recognizing, understanding and effectively dealing with bullying and school violence for school officials, parents and SRO's.

Comparative politics: stages of development and problems of methodology

10.12737/5252 ◽  
2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 75-82
Author(s):  
Андрей Рыбаков ◽  
Andrey Rybakov
Keyword(s):  
Political Science ◽  
Comparative Politics ◽  
Comparative Studies ◽  
Rational Choice Theory ◽  
Choice Theory ◽  
Cognitive Tools ◽  
Methodological Problems ◽  
Comparative Political Science ◽  
Cross National

This article discusses the main stages of a comparative methodology in political science. Special attention is paid to the analysis of methodological problems of modern comparative studies revealed heuristic possibilities and limitations of research methods. The evolution of the number of stages included comparative reflecting the dominance of one or another method, strategy. Comparative studies have been used in various combinations and neoinstitutional institutional, behavioral, structural-functional, historical and comparative methods, rational choice theory, and so on. Today largely formed a new comparative analysis tools, including the types of research such as the "case-study", binary, regional, thematic, cross-national and cross-temporal comparisons. Important for the researcher has knowledge and understanding of the constraints that can be encountered in their work. In connection with this article analyzes the problems of comparative studies, which can be divided into qualitative (the problem of "comparability", "failure cases", "many variables", "Galton’s problem") and quantitative (measurement problems, interpretation and equivalence studied political phenomena and institutions). Concludes, that there are many kinds of comparative studies depending on the characteristics of the object of research, which shows the development of comparative political science and the search for new areas of research as well as effective cognitive tools. Theoretical and methodological base articles constitute the most famous work of foreign and Russian comparativists.

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