Qualitative Research Methods Research Articles

Unveiling teachers’ professional agency and decision-making in professional learning: the illusion of choice

ABSTRACT Current research on teachers’ professional learning emphasises the crucial role of teachers’ agency. Teacher agency is emphasised because it empowers teachers with decision-making capabilities that foster a sense of ownership in their professional learning. Based on our research, teachers are frequently marginalised in designing and implementing professional learning, which in turn undermines their agency and autonomy. This article presents a portion of a comprehensive study using qualitative research methods. It draws on interviews with ten classroom teachers and five school leaders from government and non-government primary and secondary schools in Adelaide, Australia that relate to their perceived autonomy and agency in their professional learning. The results underline the pivotal role of teacher agency and highlight challenges in perceived professional autonomy and agency. The control exerted by policymakers and educational leaders can restrict teachers’ agency in various aspects of their professional learning. Addressing these barriers with organisational shifts can empower teachers to own their professional learning. We argue that future research should aim to explore the factors influencing teachers’ agency that shape their professional learning decisions.

ANALISIS IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN PEMUNGUTAN PAJAK HIBURAN UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PENERIMAAN PAJAK DAERAH PADA SUKU BADAN PAJAK DAN RETRIBUSI DAERAH KOTA ADMINISTRASI JAKARTA SELATAN TAHUN 2016-2018

The objective of this study is to find out the implementation of Entertainment Tax Collection at the Local Tax and Retribution Agency of South Jakarta. This study used Van Meter and Van Horn theories. Entertainment Tax is any of potential sources of local income for high funds from the Indonesian Citizen bearing tax obligations. Besides, it also any of efforts in optimizing local tax revenue. This study used a descriptive qualitative research method. Result of the study identified that between year 2016-2018 the Entertainment Tax Revenue in South Jakarta experienced decrease every year. There are some obstacles in Entertainment Tax Collection and Control. So, it requires a number of steps should be taken to cope with such obstacles. Keywords: Policy Implementation, Entertainment Tax, Local Tax Revenue

“Who raised you?”: Black women’s indispensable conceptualizations of mothering for theorizing and researching DisCrit

Traditionally, the academic field of special education has resisted critical perspectives. Despite their advanced skills, epistemological approaches, and ways of knowing, special education scholars enacting qualitative inquiry have often described inadequate support from their academic community. In a parallel manner, Black mothering in historical and contemporary spaces, especially in mothering disabled children, has often been dismissed for its valued expertise. This essay is a methodological, theoretical, spiritual, epistemological, and deeply philosophical intervention on the roles of Black mothers in all spaces who grapple with the tensions in the field of special education. The authors build upon Black Feminist epistemology and use Disability Critical Theory as a framework, documenting the journeys of two Black women mother and scholars through duoethnographic storytelling. Realizing that people who are mothering have their own agency and choose what they want to build with the nurturing Black mothers offer, we center multidisciplinary dialogues that lead to deeper understandings of qualitative research methods. Through these exemplars, we highlight how mothering and othermothering, whether through birth, ancestral, or academic kinships, are used to advance ways of knowing about how to best support disabled youth whose futures are pervasively threatened.

Occupational Safety and Health Implementation Model in Construction Safety Management System Based on PUPR Minister Regulation Number 10 Of 2021 to Support Infrastructure Development in East Java Province

Purpose: This study aimed to assess the application of occupational safety and health in the construction safety management system and develop a framework for implementing it based on PUPR ministerial regulation Number 10 of 2021, to support infrastructure development in East Java Province. Method: This study used a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach to gather detailed descriptions of participants' impressions, opinions, and views. It applied Alfred Schutz's approach to establish statements and causal relationships between themes. The research involved six participants and took place at the Department of Public Housing in East Java Province. Results and conclusion: The results and conclusions of the research unveil (1) 8 groups of themes and meanings shaping the implementation of occupational safety and health within the construction safety management system, rooted in PUPR Ministerial Regulation Number 10 of 2021 to bolster infrastructure development in East Java Province. (2) These findings are consolidated into 8 major propositions, leading to the construction of a comprehensive model for implementing occupational safety and health aligned with PUPR Ministerial Regulation Number 10 of 2021. Research implications: The findings of this study can help construction companies and policymakers in East Java Province and beyond improve safety measures. Understanding the framework developed here can lead to safer work environments for construction workers. The qualitative methods used in this research also add to the toolbox of qualitative research methods, providing effective ways to capture subjective experiences. Originality/value: This study offers a unique framework for implementing safety measures in construction projects, specifically designed for the East Java Province and based on relevant regulations. By bringing together various themes from qualitative data, it presents new perspectives on applying regulatory frameworks. Additionally, the use of Alfred Schutz's approach enhances our understanding of how regulations, organizational practices, and individual experiences interact to ensure safety.

Exploring the significant problems confronting secondary schools history education: a baseline study

The purpose of this baseline study is to determine the significant problems confronting history education in secondary school. The researchers employed qualitative research methods and case study design. The techniques that were employed to acquire credible data were document analysis, interviews, and classroom observation. Six experienced history education teachers and eight top-ten students from Sebeta town public secondary school were interviewed, and academic achievement statistics of 174 students in history education were analyzed. In addition eight lesson observations were carried out to validate the information gleaned from the interviews and document analysis. The study's findings show that the primary challenges influencing history education in Sebeta town public secondary schools were teaching strategy, a lack of awareness about implementing participatory teaching methods, a lack of comprehensiveness of the contents of history education teaching materials, and the issue of the bulkiness and scope of history education texts being covered on time. The findings also indicate the significance of training history education teachers to use participatory teaching tactics, as well as the need for curriculum experts to better coordinate the range of history education content and teaching strategies. The findings of this study will help teachers, practitioners, scholars, policymakers, and educational professionals find solutions to significant problems in secondary school history education, as well as develop effective techniques for teaching history education in secondary schools that involve twenty-first century skills and abilities.

An Exploratory Study About Child-Friendly Trips

The main idea of child-friendly tourism is to consider children's physical and psychological health in all kinds of travel and holiday experiences. Also, it aims to arrange activities in line with children's development skills. Child-friendly trips are an essential part of these skills, as they support personal, sociocultural, and physical contexts for children. Tour guides are one of the most critical companions that support these contexts. This paper tries to uncover how child-friendly trips are done from the perspective of tour guides. It aims to reveal child-friendly trip interpretation, child-friendly tour guides' features, and difficulties. A qualitative research method was used, and tour guides who made domestic and daily child-friendly trips in TURKEY attended the study. Twenty-two semi-structured interviews based on content analysis were examined. The findings revealed that although child-friendly trips have the same characteristics as other group tours, they have different interpretation styles. Tour guides should have specific attributions to successfully affect the children and slog on the trip. Child-friendly tourism literature is a developing field of study with some theoretical gaps. This study contributes to the literature by offering a broader perspective of child-friendly trip context regarding tourist guides.

Strategy for Implementing Agile Governance in Creating an Integrity Zone in the Rindam XIV/Hasanuddin Unit

This research aims to develop a strategy for implementing Agile Governance as an effective approach in realizing an Integrity Zone in the Rindam XIV/Hasanuddin Unit. The main focus of the research is to analyze how Agile Governance principles can be integrated in the context of military organizations. By using qualitative research methods, the research results show that the application of Agile Governance contributes to efforts to achieve the Integrity Zone in the Rindam XIV/Hasanuddin Unit. Nonetheless, some challenges emerged, such as resistance to cultural change and the need to cope with the complexity of military duties. Recommendations are given in the form of: strengthening training and socialization, improving communication between units, and optimizing organizational adaptability in facing change. Ultimately, this research is expected to provide valuable insights for stakeholders in the military sector and contribute to the understanding of the application of Agile Governance in the context of bureaucratic reform.

The Practice of Alternative Education in Purwokerto, Central Java, Indonesia: Efforts to Educate Human Beings to Be Humanize

Education that is currently developing is threatened with losing its main spirit. Education implemented in the form of tiered formal schools, in its development, has denied the humanitarian goals of education. Formal schools have become institutions like banks where students are bank customers who must comply with applicable regulations and systems. In banking style education, humans are molded into homo-academicus who lose their humanity. Recognizing such a situation, several institutions in Purwokerto offer alternative education which aims to give students the opportunity to develop their personal potential and creativity to become superior human beings and able to become citizens in their community. This research is aimed at revealing a more humane education as practiced by alternative education institutions in Purwokerto. This research was carried out using qualitative research methods. Data and information were collected through in-depth interviews with several volunteers, teachers, facilitators and managers at alternative education institutions in Purwokerto. The results of this research show that there are several ways that alternative educational institutions can prevent the occurrence and development of bank-style education. First, education can be achieved by playing. Through games, students can not only learn happily, but also learn to work together with others and respect others. Second, education can be achieved through open dialogue between volunteers/teachers/facilitators and students. In addition, volunteers/teachers/ facilitators encourage students to help each other and love each other. In this way, learning materials are no longer academic problems but rather common problems that must be addressed as a group. Third, the school environment and the natural environment outside the school are places for students to learn. In this way, students learn to explore nature directly on the material they study. Students also have the opportunity to interact directly with community members who deal with nature in their daily lives. This opportunity can foster students' awareness of local community values and norms.

A Decision-Making Model Proposal for the Use of Renewable Energy Technologies in Buildings in Turkey

With the increasing need for energy, issues related to using energy efficiently in buildings and employing renewable energy technologies are gaining significance. The building production process is intricate, involving numerous stakeholders, multiple decisions, and a combination of qualitative and quantitative data. This process necessitates decision making based on specific requirements. The objective of this study is to identify effective criteria in decision making concerning the use of renewable energy technologies (RETs) in buildings in Turkey. It aims to highlight the importance of these criteria and compare them, and it also aims to define a recommendation decision-making model for the widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies. This study employed qualitative and quantitative research methods. Based on information gathered from the literature, the main criteria and sub-criteria for RET utilization were determined through in-depth interviews with an expert group, including individuals influencing the building design process (architects, engineers, consultants, employers, and users). A recommendation model was developed using the analytic hierarchy process method to highlight the significance of the identified criteria, compare the criteria and technologies, and facilitate the selection of the most-appropriate technology. This study demonstrates that the decision-making model can be utilized in determining RET-related criteria in the building production process, establishing their weights, and make informed decisions regarding the appropriate technology.

Publishing in Hospitality and Tourism Journals

This study aims to identify the criteria reviewers use to determine whether to accept or reject empirical manuscripts and to define which criteria are more significant. In this exploratory study, which utilizes qualitative research methods, 16 members of the Scientific Committee of the National Tourism Congress of Turkiye were asked to identify the primary areas they focus on when reviewing a manuscript. The data was analyzed using content analysis to determine the most significant criteria. The study identifies six criteria for acceptance and seven for rejection. The most important criterion for acceptance is the appropriateness and adequacy of the research method, while the most crucial criterion for rejection is methodological weakness. Other criteria influencing the reviewers' acceptance or rejection decisions focus on similar issues. The critical factor that distinguishes them is how the manuscript meets the requirements established by the reviewers. The study provided recommendations for future researchers.

Organizational Behaviour insights: Examining dynamics of Workplace Culture and Employee Interaction in Modern Organizations

This study delves into the multifaceted discipline of organizational behavior (OB), focusing on how modern organizations can optimize workplace culture, employee interactions, and overall effectiveness through strategic management of human dynamics. Central to this investigation are the impacts of leadership styles, workplace culture, technology integration, and corporate social responsibility on employee engagement and organizational productivity. By employing a combination of quantitative and qualitative research methods including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and case studies—the research provides comprehensive insights into the factors that contribute to a thriving organizational environment. Statistical and thematic analyses reveal the critical role of inclusive and adaptive workplace cultures in enhancing employee satisfaction and driving organizational success. The study also examines the dual-edged nature of technology in the workplace, highlighting its potential to either streamline operations and promote flexibility or contribute to challenges such as communication overload and diminished work-life balance. Leadership is identified as a key driver in shaping organizational culture and effectively managing change, with a particular emphasis on the need for leaders to adopt empathetic and transformational leadership styles. Furthermore, the research underscores the significance of corporate social responsibility initiatives in bolstering organizational reputation and employee loyalty. The findings suggest that modern organizations must adopt a holistic approach to OB, integrating strategic management practices across various domains to foster an environment that not only advances business objectives but also supports employee well-being and development. This comprehensive approach is essential for sustaining long-term organizational resilience and competitiveness in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

BRIDGING THE DIVIDE: ADDRESSING SOCIOECONOMIC INEQUALITY IN POST-APARTHEID SOUTH AFRICA WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK OF MILLENNIUM DEVELOPMENT GOALS (2000-2015)

The practice of the apartheid system in South Africa has been widely condemned for perpetuating enduring socio-economic inequality and for its detrimental impacts on the lives of millions of citizens. While many studies have strongly affirmed this assertion, socio-economic inequality continues to arguably engender a long-lasting struggle among the black and colored communities in post-apartheid South Africa. This places a burden on the country’s successive governments to implement long-term policies that can rectify the plight of the people. Consequently, the adoption of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) in 2000 becomes an important reference tool for the African National Congress (ANC)-dominated government, which has initiated and implemented policies to combat inequality in the post-apartheid era. This study examines the roles and measures taken by the ANC government to address racially discriminated economic and social inequality within the framework of the MDGs. Using qualitative research methods, the study explores the background framework of the MDGs and analyzes socio-economic measures implemented by successive ANC governments between 2000 and 2015, focusing on areas such as education, poverty eradication, and healthcare. Primary and secondary sources are utilized to provide insights and support the analysis. The findings reveal that the ANC-dominated government effectively incorporated the frameworks of the MDGs into its formulation and execution of policy measures to eradicatesocial inequality in South Africa. The study concludes that the effective implementation of these measures has yielded considerableprogress, effectively addressing multifaceted issues such as poverty, healthcare, education, and unemployment. This conclusion alignswith the official South African MDG report, which unequivocally highlights the several achievements of MDG targets through policyimplementation from 2000 to 2015.

THE CHALLENGES OF IMPLEMENTING ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN IFRS AND GAAP : GLOBAL STUDY

This paper provides a thorough analysis of the difficulties that arise when putting accounting information systems (AIS) into practice under the auspices of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and international financial reporting standards (IFRS). The research delves into the worldwide terrain, covering a range of commercial settings and legal structures. Using both qualitative and quantitative research methods, the study looks into important variables that affect how well AIS is adopted and integrated in accordance with GAAP and IFRS requirements. KEYWORDS: Accounting Information Systems (AIS), International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Global Study

Challenges in English Oral Exams at Vocational High School

This study aims to investigate the challenges encountered by students during English oral exams at SMK 1 Vocational High School Gorontalo and elucidate their underlying causes. Through qualitative research methods, data were gathered from the participants. Employing thematic analysis, the research identifies two primary themes: insufficient vocabulary comprehension and low English mastery, compounded by psychological conditions. Methodologically, the study draws on participant narratives to uncover the intricacies of these challenges. The results reveal that inadequate vocabulary hindered participants' ability to articulate responses effectively, while low English mastery manifested in difficulties with grammatical concepts and comprehension. Psychological barriers, including anxiety and lack of confidence, further impeded oral proficiency. These findings align with prior research, highlighting vocabulary limitations and language anxiety among Indonesian students. Notably, the study underscores the pivotal role of vocabulary in oral proficiency and the influence of confidence on exam performance. Furthermore, environmental factors, such as limited English exposure, were identified as contributing to inadequate practice opportunities. However, the study acknowledges limitations, including its exclusive focus on speaking skills and the absence of proposed solutions. It calls for further investigation into effective strategies for addressing these challenges. Recommendations include the development of tailored learning materials and the creation of supportive environments to foster English language proficiency. By illuminating the interconnected nature of these challenges and their impact on student performance, this research aims to inform pedagogical practices and guide future research endeavors in the field of English language education. Keywords: English oral exams, vocabulary comprehension, learning materials, student performance

Foreign aid: An agent for socioeconomic development? A case study from an emerging economy: Pakistan

AbstractPakistan's economy since its creation has remained heavily dependent on foreign aid, especially to manage the ever‐widening gap between the available financial resources, development expenditure, fiscal deficit, and current account deficit. This article critically evaluates the effectiveness of foreign aid in Pakistan from 2000 to 2022 via an in‐depth literature review and the rational actor model (RAM). Furthermore, a mixed‐method approach based on descriptive quantitative and in‐depth qualitative research methods was adopted for this study. The article demonstrates that RAM can assist policy makers, enabling them to make decisions vis‐à‐vis foreign aid while safeguarding national interests, particularly economic interests. However, this study finds that for Pakistan to achieve sustainable economic growth, increasing exports and attracting more foreign direct investment hold greater potential than continued reliance on foreign aid. In conclusion, the article prescribes policy measures to restructure Pakistan's political system to foster socioeconomic development through trade liberalization and good governance.Related ArticlesAsongu, Simplice A., and Joseph Nnanna. 2019. “Foreign Aid, Instability, and Governance in Africa.” Politics & Policy 47(4): 807–48. https://doi.org/10.1111/polp.12320.Dobransky, Steve. 2014. “Violators amongst Us: International Regimes and the Role of Compliance, a Case Study on Official Development Assistance.” Politics & Policy 42(4): 593–634. https://doi.org/10.1111/polp.12082.Scarlato, Margherita, and Giorgio d'Agostino. 2019. “The Political Dimension of Cash Transfers in Latin America and Sub‐Saharan Africa: A Comparative Perspective.” Politics & Policy 47(6): 1125–55. https://doi.org/10.1111/polp.12332.

The effects of electricity load-shedding on the performance of small and medium enterprises in Pretoria, South Africa: A case study of Marabastad Business Community

South Africa has been experiencing electricity load shedding for over sixteen years and this has affected the performance of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across the country, with devastating effects recorded in the post-Covid-19 era. SMEs are key drivers of the economy and their performance has a great influence on it, as they contribute 36% of gross domestic product (GDP). This case study of the problem used the qualitative research method, with data collected through interviews. This study established that, in the area studied, there is a decline in the performance of the entrepreneurs and working hours have been drastically reduced due to load-shedding. Proposals are made of measures that the SME implementers and the government of South Africa can take in order to prevent the situation from further deteriorating.

Fiction-writing and wonder: documenting a collaborative, creative writing process

PurposeWe articulate cycles of creative storying and data analysis and the wonder that motivated the project by detailing our reading, thinking and writing processes to contribute to the conceptual and practical literature on collaborative writing as method.Design/methodology/approachThis paper documents a process of collaborative writing as method that produced a co-written fictional narrative that evokes questions about schooling.FindingsOur process began with world-building for our fictional future, creating characters to serve as a lens for analysis. From our discussions of the data, we crafted a plotline to present our themes in coherent story. As we explored and shared our readings, interdisciplinarity shaped our project in unique ways.Research limitations/implicationsThroughout, our collaboration and fiction-writing opened spaces for wonder, interdisciplinarity and joy that may inspire other researchers to engage in collaborative and/or creative writing processes.Originality/valueAdding to the rich literature of arts-based research methods, we contribute our reflections on the pragmatics of incorporating reading, writing and thinking for collaboration and creative writing as qualitative research methods for document analysis.

Indonesia's Movement to Become the Main Player in The Electric Vehicle (EV) Market in Southeast Asia

This article discusses Indonesia's position in the electric vehicle market with a focus on investment from multinational companies such as Hyundai. Globalization plays an important role in the development of the electric vehicle industry, with the aim of reducing pollution and exhaust emissions. Multinational companies are often involved in the production of environmentally friendly vehicles as part of efforts towards a green economy. Through descriptive qualitative research methods, this research describes the relationship between state policies and the behavior of investment actors in the phenomenon of global capitalism in globalization and its impact on the electric vehicle market in Indonesia. With investment from multinational companies, Indonesia is expected to become the leading electric car battery producer in ASEAN. The steps and strategies for cooperation between Indonesia and Hyundai in developing the electric car battery industry are also discussed in this article.

Evaluate The Role of The Community in Intelligence Gathering on Local Terrorism Activities

Terrorism poses a significant national security threat in Indonesia, exacerbated by the clandestine nature of terrorist networks within society. Harnessing community involvement is pivotal in combating terrorism effectively. This study evaluates the community's role in intelligence gathering pertaining to local terrorist activities. Utilizing qualitative research methods, particularly literature review, the study analyzes data through three key stages: data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. Findings underscore the indispensable contribution of communities in gathering local terrorism intelligence. Unlike conventional channels, communities offer unique insights into terrorist activities inaccessible to law enforcement agencies. However, leveraging community involvement faces challenges and limitations. These include the need for heightened education and training initiatives to enhance community awareness about terrorism. Additionally, fostering trust between communities and law enforcement entities emerges as a critical endeavor. Furthermore, ensuring the safety and protection of individuals reporting terrorism-related information remains imperative for sustained community participation in intelligence-gathering efforts.

The role of teachers’ funds of knowledge and identity in the linguistically and culturally diverse classroom

ABSTRACT This study aimed to explore how teachers’ funds of knowledge and identity shape their beliefs and knowledge about linguistically and culturally diverse students and mediate the respective practices in the classroom. The study was conducted in a state religious secondary school in southern Israel, where approximately half of the students and teachers were immigrants. It adopted two qualitative research methods: case study and educational ethnography. The purposeful sampling was applied by zooming in on two secondary school teachers. Teachers’ evidence obtained from semi-structured interviews was triangulated with field-notes, classroom video-recorded observations, and collected documents. It was found that the teachers became role models who empowered the students and engaged them in the learning process in their highly diverse classrooms. To conclude, the teachers’ family histories, immigration experiences, languages, and cultures can be seen as meaningful tools for learning other languages and cultures and teaching students.