Case Study Method Research Articles

Exploring Corporate Social Responsibility and Social Capital in Adaptive Apparel Certification Marks

This study explores the GAMUT Seal of Approval™, an adaptive product certification mark, and its impact on apparel brands and consumers with disabilities (PWDs). By examining Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Social Capital Theory (SCT), the research investigates how certification marks enhance brand trust, consumer loyalty, and social inclusion. Using a case study method, semi-structured interviews with stakeholders from GAMUT, Agron, Victoria's Secret & Co, and the disability community were conducted. Thematic Analysis revealed that CSR and SCT are interconnected through trust and community engagement. Findings show the Seal of Approval™ builds authenticity and trust among PWD consumers, ensuring products meet their needs and are developed with their input. For brands, the Seal enhances reputation and loyalty within the disability community. This study extends CSR and SCT to the adaptive apparel market, suggesting adaptive product certification as a strategy to build social capital and demonstrate ethical, inclusive practices.

Guerrilla advertising cases study in public transport

Guerrilla marketing in public transport is distinguished by the fact that it usually avoids traditional advertising methods such as television commercials or newspaper ads. Guerrilla campaigns in public transport focus on creative tactics to surprise the public and generate buzz about the brand. These campaigns often use non-traditional methods to draw attention to the brand in question. Guerrilla campaigns can be useful for businesses looking to gain an edge over their competitors. The partisan campaigns tend to get more media attention than traditional methods because they are seen as new or unexpected. These campaigns can create excitement and anticipation for your product or service, which can help increase sales. The subject of this paper is a case study of Guerrilla advertising in public transport. The aim of the paper is to assess the usefulness of Guerrilla advertising in promoting the attractiveness of public transport. The paper discusses the analysis of scientific literature, presents the Guerrilla marketing concept, type and tools, advantages and disadvantages. Traditional and Guerrilla marketing, research methodology comprising case study and quantitative research method, based on the results of the analysis of the scientific literature and the result of the research suggestions are made. Cases of partisan marketing in public transport are rarely studied in the scientific literature.

Youth Protagonism: Promoting a Culture of Peace at School Through Socio-Emotional Development

Numerous situations in schools highlight the urgency of work fo-cused on socio-emotional development. Educational institutions should incorporate subjects into their curriculum that promote a culture of peace. Schools should serve as collective environments for practicing dialogue and respecting for diversity. Method: a teamwork strategy was structured to help students learn respectful coexistence and to develop conflict-solving skills among peers. This doctoral research employed a qualitative-quantitative ap-proach, using the case study method to understand the importance of such school project. Preliminary results: this study elucidates the needs of adolescents and describes how teamwork can effectively teach peer conviviality and social skills. The final analysis of the thesis is ongoing but contributes to the argument for socio-emotional development in schools. It highlights the need to imple-ment student training projects that promote youth leadership, con-flict resolution, and a culture of peace. After the implementation of the help teams, 59% of the students recognized that the school has student teams to help resolve peer conflicts. Additionally, some students who had social difficulties increased their engagement at school throughout the project.

Investing in niche marketplaces: value for leading companies

The role of strategic investors in the evolution of niche marketplaces, particularly in Ukraine, has been analyzed in the research. Automation and digitalization have become the key factors for efficiency in modern business. An important element of this process is a marketplace. They force traditional markets to adapt to new conditions. It is hypothesized that strategic investments in niche marketplaces contribute to long-term market development, leading to sustainable economic growth. The research was carried out through the analysis of literary sources, comparative analysis and the case study method. The fact that venture capital funds usually invest in marketplaces targeting high future returns was shown as a result of our investigation. However, strategic investors have a different approach. They direct their investments not only towards making a profit but also towards market development, creating long-term value, implementing innovations, advancing industry growth, building communication channels with customers, and obtaining valuable data for a better understanding of customer needs and market trends, as well as attracting organic traffic to meet specific market demands. Niche platforms among all variations of marketplaces deserve special attention, as they often represent unique opportunities. Such companies as EpicentrK.ua and Cropwise Operations are among examples of strategic investments in these marketplaces. They demonstrate how technological solutions can boost efficiency and productivity, ultimately leading to sustainable economic growth and development. These examples demonstrate that strategic investors prioritize developing market structures and creating high value for consumers

Factors Influencing the Occurrence of and Recovery from Depression of a Chinese International Student in South Korea: A Family Therapy Case Study

ABSTRACT This study explored the factors influencing a Chinese international student’s occurrence of and recovery from depression through family therapy. It employed a case study method and thematic data analysis and presented the results using a network. Individual (high anxiety temperament, inability to express emotions, poor Korean language skills, and transference of emotions), family (parents’ dysfunctional communication patterns, separation from one’s mother, parents’ divorce, father remarrying, and shamanism), and sociocultural (cultural differences between Han Chinese and Chinese Koreans, high school teachers’ discrimination, ex-boyfriends’ obsessive jealousy and violence, challenging study-abroad experiences [oppressive advisor], COVID-19 isolation, and non-empathetic boyfriend) factors influenced the occurrence of depression. Therapist (insights into transference and intervention in dysfunctional communication patterns), family (parents’ accepting attitudes and the mother’s change to empathy), and client (recognition of transference and expression of negative emotions) factors influenced recovery. This study’s novel approach adopts a family-systemic perspective on depression.

The Prophet as Performer: An Analysis of Symbolic Acts in The Old Testament

The aim of this article is to investigate the potential relationships between the manifestations of Old Testament prophets and contemporary actionism, using the case study method, the hermeneutics of the artistic act and the performantive criticism method. The starting hypothesis is that the actions performed by biblical prophets can be described as performative acts, through the use of their own bodies, language, gestures, objects with symbolic functions, a specific scenography of the prophetic act, and even the ritualistic aspect of the manifestation, all intended to convey a supernatural message. The research results may indicate that by assigning a precise purpose to the action, using a well-defined scenography, and integrating gestures and language with symbolic-ritual characteristics, a correlation can be established between the biblical prophet and the actionist artist. The prophet could be attributed the qualities of a performer, and his manifestation could be defined as a performative act.

The Paths and Enlightenment for Achieving Carbon Neutrality in Chinas Megacities

The climate change problem has gradually become the focus of peoples attention. Climate change will lead to severe environmental issues, such as global warming and sea level rise. As a responsible country, China positively undertakes the responsibility to face current climate issues and comes up with feasible ideas to solve them. Consequently, China announces realizing carbon peak by 2030 and realizing carbon neutrality by 2060. Based on the rapid urbanization process, the emissions of cities are large, particularly in megacities. According to the research, construction, transportation, and energy fields contribute to higher carbon emissions in megacities. This paper employs a method of literature review and case study to analyze the path towards achieving carbon neutrality in China before 2060. Up to now, Chinas megacities have explored different paths to realize carbon emissions reduction in previous fields. Meanwhile, there are some experiences utilized by foreign megacities that are worth learning. In the future, Chinas megacities will find unique paths to realize carbon neutrality, such as regionally coordinated development.

Causes and Effects of Second Language Classroom Anxiety among College Students

Anxiety as a negative influence on the effectiveness of foreign language learning has been confirmed by research. As one of the current mandatory courses for college students in China, foreign language has become an indispensable learning tool and relevant pathway in multiple disciplines. However, a growing body of research suggests that the original foreign language teaching model of most universities is not effective in alleviating their students' foreign language anxiety in the classroom. Based on this, The purpose of this paper is to examine the specific causes of anxiety in the foreign language classroom and its impact on student learning outcomes. In foreign language classroom anxiety. This study will go through the methods of literature review and case study to focus on understanding, exploring, and summarizing the factors that have been influencing second language classroom anxiety. It has been found that the main causes of anxiety in the foreign language classroom include students' foreign language anxiety, the way the teacher gives feedback, and the stress of the classroom environment. Anxiety not only affects students' performance in the classroom but also hinders their process of learning the language, leading to unsatisfactory learning outcomes. In order to effectively alleviate students' anxiety in the second foreign language classroom, future research should also continue to focus on students' anxiety experiences in different cultural contexts to promote further optimization of foreign language education.

Implementation of Sharia Economic Law Principles in Overcoming the Economic Impact of the Palestinian Israeli Conflict

This study discusses the implementation of Sharia Economic Law principles in overcoming the economic impact of the prolonged Palestinian-Israeli conflict. This conflict has not only destroyed the economic infrastructure in Palestine, but has also led to social difficulties and prolonged political instability. Through a qualitative approach and case study method, this study explores the role of zakat and waqf as short-term and long-term solutions in the recovery of the Palestinian economy. The results of the study show that zakat plays an important role in meeting the basic needs of people affected by conflict, while waqf supports the development of social infrastructure such as schools and hospitals. However, the implementation of these principles is still faced with challenges, especially related to economic blockades and political instability. Therefore, it is necessary to increase Islamic financial literacy, strengthen regulations, and international cooperation to maximize the role of Sharia Economic Laws in economic recovery in conflict areas.

Chest Physiotherapy in Children with Bronchopeumonia at Kardinah Regional Hospital, Tegal City

Background: Bronchopneumonia is a type of pneumonia in which the bronchi and alveoli experience infection or inflammation. Inflammation in cases of bronchopneumonia usually results in increased sputum production until signs such as high fever, shortness of breath, dry and productive cough appear, causing problems to arise, one of which is ineffective airway clearance. Objective: To determine whether airway clearance nursing care is ineffective with chest physiotherapy in children with bronchopeumonia in the Wijayakusuma ward at Kardinah Hospital, Tegal City. Method: This case study uses the case study method, with interview techniques, observation and physical examination. This research was carried out at Kardinah Tegal Regional Hospital for 3 days (5 to 7 February 2024). Results: The results of the case study of pediatric patients with bronchopneumonia experienced changes on the third day after being given chest physiotherapy therapy, with the result that coughing was reduced and phlegm was able to come out, RR: 24x/minute, rhonchi breath sounds were reduced. Conclusion: From the results of the nursing evaluation on the third day, the problem of ineffective airway clearance was resolved using chest physiotherapy therapy.

Strength feminism in diplomacy culture: A case study of Central Javanese female puppeteers

This study examines the role of female puppeteers in cultural diplomacy through the performing arts of wayang skin in Central Java. Wayang leather, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage, functions as a medium of cultural communication rich in educational, moral, and historical values. The role of female puppeteers, despite facing patriarchal challenges, is increasingly growing thanks to the use of digital technology such as social media. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study method, using interviews, observations, and documentation analysis to understand the contribution of female puppeteers in promoting Indonesian culture at the global level. The results show that female puppeteers not only maintain traditional arts, but also introduce new, more inclusive narratives in cultural diplomacy. Through platforms such as YouTube, female puppeteers are able to reach global audiences, strengthen Indonesia's positive image, and influence international perceptions of gender equality in art and culture. This study enriches the literature on cultural diplomacy by highlighting the power of femininity as soft power in international relations, especially in facing the challenges of modernization and cultural glotion.

Building Capabilities to Improve the Performance of Public Organizations: A Comparative Case Study of Different Turnaround Trajectories of UK's Public Hospitals

Over the past 20 years, governments in many countries around the world have sought to implement governance mechanisms to measure and assess the performance of public service organizations. Consequently, organizations considered as poorly performing are often subject to increased pressure to turn their performance around. Based on literature on organizational capabilities, this research sought to identify the capabilities whose development and use explain a public organization’s ability to improve its performance and sustain good performance in the long run. This research applied longitudinal and comparative case studies method into two Hospitals Trusts represent two different turnaround trajectories: one case of a successful turnaround and one case of less-successful turnaround. The purpose was to examine how the development of a set of capabilities over time accounted for the differences in the performance outcome and trajectory of the two cases. The findings revealed the following capabilities as advantageous for good performance: collective leadership; action-oriented culture; effective clinical-managerial relationship; supportive external context; performance control capability; coordination capability of the key delivery process; sensing capability and learning capability. These findings add relevant insights to the existing literature and can be of practical value for public managers faced with challenge of turning the performance of their organizations around.

Penyusunan Harga Pokok Produksi Pada Rumah Tempe Indonesia Dengan Metode Variable Costing dan Full Costing

This research aims to calculate the cost of goods produced at Rumah Tempe Indonesia, a local tempe producer classified as a Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) in Bogor City. The primary focus of this research is to calculate the production cost per unit produced. A case study method with a qualitative approach was employed, involving direct observation and interviews with the management. The findings of this study are expected to provide valuable insights for the company in understanding the cost calculation using both full-cost and variable-cost methods.

Outdoor Learning: Changing The View Of The Boring Subject Of Pancasila Education In Elementary School

Pancasila Education as a compulsory subject in elementary schools is often seen as boring learning due to monotonous and conventional teaching methods. This study aims to examine how the implementation of outdoor learning methods can be an effective solution in changing students' perceptions of Pancasila Education subjects. Using a systematic literature review method, this research analyzes various reference sources related to the implementation of outdoor learning in learning Pancasila Education at the elementary school level. The method in writing this article uses a case study method with data collection techniques, namely interviews, observations, and literature studies. The results showed that outdoor learning succeeded in changing the learning paradigm from theoretical to more dynamic and meaningful. This method allows students to observe, feel, and practice Pancasila values directly through real experiences in the surrounding environment. Some effective implementation strategies include contextualized material planning, outdoor deliberation simulation, project-based approach, and joint reflection. The implementation of outdoor learning is proven to increase students' interest in learning and understanding of Pancasila Education materials, as well as help internalize Pancasila values through meaningful hands-on activities.

An uninvited enemy: antimicrobial resistance and its relations with environment

According to the reports from the World Health Organization (WHO), AMR (Antimicrobial Resistance) is a rising problem for human beings. AMR could invalidate all efforts that human beings have made in the field of antibiotics. For example, AMR Mycobacterium Tuberculosis has taken away thousands of lives in patients all over the world, while their resistance to the most prevailing medicines, including Rifampicin and Streptomycin no longer works. In the history of the continuous battle between bacteria and human beings, it seems that the emergence of AMR in bacteria is not random; rather, they seem to follow a certain pattern related to climate change. This thesis, through the method of literature and case study, aims to give a hypothesis supported by the data and facts to elaborate on this pattern, which is not yet scientifically proven. According to the perception with the aid of resources, the heat waves happening in the last centu ry until now might have correlations with the emergence of AMR.

Influence of Globalization on the Social Studies Textbooks at the School Level

This study explores the influences of globalization on secondary social studies textbooks. It uses a qualitative case study method to explore how global topics like multiculturalism, environmental sustainability, and human rights are included in textbooks, teaching materials, and methods. The researchers collected data through interviews with two teachers and by analyzing documents to understand how global ideas are shown in textbooks. The findings indicate that globalization has improved the curriculum by promoting global citizenship and increasing awareness of different cultures. However, there are challenges, such as the risk of losing local culture and content. Balancing global themes with local contexts is essential to help students understand their diverse environment. The study also examines key topics in textbooks, showing how Social Studies help students understand social issues and build national identity. It emphasizes the importance of active participation in communities and how modern teaching methods can make Social Studies more engaging. Lastly, the research highlights how globalization encourages students to think critically about global challenges and their local effects.

The Relationship between Premium Collection and Investment of Insurance Companies: A Case Study of Prabhu Insurance Company

This study explores the influences of globalization on secondary social studies textbooks. It uses a qualitative case study method to explore how global topics like multiculturalism, environmental sustainability, and human rights are included in textbooks, teaching materials, and methods. The researchers collected data through interviews with two teachers and by analyzing documents to understand how global ideas are shown in textbooks. The findings indicate that globalization has improved the curriculum by promoting global citizenship and increasing awareness of different cultures. However, there are challenges, such as the risk of losing local culture and content. Balancing global themes with local contexts is essential to help students understand their diverse environment. The study also examines key topics in textbooks, showing how Social Studies help students understand social issues and build national identity. It emphasizes the importance of active participation in communities and how modern teaching methods can make Social Studies more engaging. Lastly, the research highlights how globalization encourages students to think critically about global challenges and their local effects.

Research on innovation and practice in piano music teaching

With the continuous development of art education, the innovation and practice of piano music teachingreceive more and more attention. This study aims to explore how to improve the quality of piano teaching through theinnovation of teaching methods, contents and materials under the guidance of modern educational concepts. Usingliterature data method and case study method, a series of innovative teaching strategies are put forward, aiming at theproblems existing in traditional teaching, such as introducing multimedia teaching resources, organizing interactiveteaching activities, and promoting skills such as impromptu accompaniment. The results show that innovative teachingmode can enhance students' interest in learning, enhance musical expression and creativity, and also help to cultivatestudents' comprehensive musical literacy. These research results have a positive guiding significance for promoting themodernization of piano teaching and realizing the comprehensive development of education.

An IPO Case Analysis of Atour Hotel

In the context of the reform of the registration system, formal examination does not mean that the issuance standard is lowered, nor is it equivalent to an increase in the success rate of listing. By observing the real passing rate in 2023, it can be found that the listing performance of enterprises is still not satisfactory, and if enterprises want to make listing attempts, they still need to make corresponding efforts to meet the review standards. Based on the three IPO failures of Atour Hotel in 2019-2020 and the successful landing experience, this paper uses the case study method and literature review method to comprehensively analyze the internal and external reasons respectively, and obtains the methods to improve their own listing advantages, such as flexibly selecting the listing location, publicizing the differentiated advantages of the enterprise, and optimizing the internal management system of the enterprise, so as to provide corresponding reference for the subsequent enterprises that plan to go public or have listing plans, hoping to improve the listing success rate of the follow-up enterprises. A longitudinal comparison of the performance of Atour Hotel before and after listing is made to discuss the reasons why companies choose IPO and the impact of IPO on the long-term development of enterprises.

Fund Allocation Between the Central and Local Government and Its Impact on the Local Public Service Delivery: The Case of Chittagong City Corporation, Bangladesh

This study examines how Central–local relations, mainly the financial control of the Central government, impact the local public service delivery of the local government institutions, particularly the city corporation in Bangladesh. The case study method has been employed to study the impact for which the semi-structured questionnaires for interviews were used mainly to collect qualitative data from one of the oldest city corporations in Bangladesh, Chittagong City Corporation (CCC). A total of 117 respondents were included from three diverse groups: elected representatives, government officials and citizens from the survey area. The study reveals that central–local relationships, particularly the Central government’s financial control, severely impact the CCC’s service delivery in five significant sectors: waste management, streetlighting, infrastructure construction and maintenance, education and health care services. This research concludes with some policy recommendations that will be helpful to the policymaking community not only in Bangladesh but also in other South Asian countries.