Questionnaire Research Methods Research Articles

IMPACT OF DIGITAL TOOLS ON THE INTEREST IN VISITING HERITAGE OBJECTS IN TOURISM

Heritage objects play an important role not only for the development of tourism but also for the knowledge of humanity. This contribution is focused on the perception of the importance of applying modern digital tools to heritage objects. The aim of the paper is to find out and analytically evaluate whether the implementation of modern digital tools motivates to a more significant visit of heritage objects. Based on a sample of respondents from the Slovak Republic, it finds out whether the implementation affects their interest in visiting the mentioned heritage objects as part of the development potential of tourism. The research objective was implemented through questionnaire research methods. The obtained data were verified by selected statistical methods. The research results point to certain differences in the perception of their importance as a tool to support their visitors’ rate. The main difference was found in the case the gender of respondents. There was found out, that women pay more attention on the level of digital tools implementation when deciding about visiting them.

Methodological Issues in the Study of Place Marketing in Small Villages

Abstract Research purpose. Natural and economic changes in recent years have led Hungary to emphasise boosting domestic tourism. There has also been an increase in property prices in settlements near large cities, indicating an increase in the number of people wishing to settle there. These effects are putting increasing demands on municipalities, and municipal administrations need economic, management and marketing skills that are often lacking in the administration of Hungarian cities. In our previous systematic literature review, we identified four clusters of literature on publications in place marketing and place management published between 2018 and 2022. The present research aims to discuss the methodologies related to the research themes in each cluster. We aim to explore the research methods associated with each cluster and highlight the potential of methods that may have yet to be used. Our study aims to develop a methodological model that shows which areas are coupled with which methods and which ones could be used to extend research in the future. Design / Methodology / Approach. Our research is meticulously grounded in a thematic clustering of literature selected from two reputable databases, WoS and Scopus. We conducted a systematic methodological analysis from this database, ensuring a comprehensive and unbiased view of the research landscape. We categorised the articles into thematic and methodological groups, revealing the research methods employed by the authors in each cluster. This rigorous analysis culminated in the development of a conceptual model, which provides an easily interpretable overview for future researchers. Findings. Our results show that the research that emerges in each cluster is mainly investigated by researchers who use traditional marketing research tools. Particular emphasis is placed on interview and questionnaire research methods, as well as content analysis in the online space. Little space is given to other non-traditional methods that may also be useful. There is no correlation between the different areas and research methods. Researchers do not adapt their methodology to the field of study; instead, the methodological background of the research is determined by the problem at hand, their research framework, or their methodological knowledge. Originality / Value / Practical implications. The methodological extension based on our study's results and the model allows researchers to move away from the most common and traditional methods of investigation and explore the field from a new perspective and with new methods. As a result of this new approach, it is possible to explore and interpret new types of results.

Learning to Teach by Practice: Pre-service Teachers’ Experiences of Using Poetry Memorization, Dramatization and Recitation Pedagogy

In Uganda, poetry is a key genre in the Literature in English curriculum at the secondary and higher institutions of teacher education. However, many teachers, especially the novices, struggle with the teaching of poetry in secondary schools in Uganda. Current approaches to teaching support learner-centered pedagogy where learners are facilitated to fully participate in scaffolding their own interpretations of the subject content. Individual in-class poetry recitation is one such activity used to teach, and taught to, pre-service teachers of poetry because it promotes their participation and their general attitude towards poetry. In this paper, we present findings from a study about Makerere University pre-service teachers’ experiences of using individual in-class poetry recitations as a learner-centered strategy for teaching poetry. The research was carried out amongst one cohort of finalist teacher trainees of English and Literature using lecture observation, interviews and open-ended questionnaire research methods. A thematic analysis of the data revealed three themes that summarize their experiences with memorization, recitation and dramatization of poetry: recitation: facing the class; and pedagogical reflections. As we present these themes, we also draw some pedagogical implications for poetry classes from the actual recitation experiences of teacher trainees who participated in this study.

Analisis Penerapan Kompensasi Dalam Meningkatkan Kinerja Karyawan Terhadap Koperasi TKBM

The aim of this research is to explain whether there is a significant influence of compensation on the performance of TKBM cooperative employees. Apart from that, this research also aims to determine employee performance. The type of research used by researchers is descriptive (descriptive research) using observation and questionnaire research methods. The author uses quantitative research techniques because researchers use statistical tools to manage questionnaire results. Data collection was carried out through observation and questionnaires and the data analysis method used descriptive analysis.

Hubungan Asosiasi Antara Daerah Asal Mahasiswa Dalam Keaktifan Berorganisasi Di Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

In simple terms, an organization can be defined as a unit that serves as a container or means to achieve various goals or objectives. It has many components that underlie it, including many people, work relationships, job specialization, and rational awareness of members according to their respective abilities and specializations. However, student activity in organizations is influenced by the origin of the students because each region has different cultural values. The origin of students determines the choice of organizations and organizational activity followed. This study aims to determine whether there is a relationship between the origin of students and organizational activity on the campus of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University. This research uses a questionnaire research method using Google Forms. The population subjects in this study were all students of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University by taking a sample of 56 students. Data collection techniques used multiple-choice questions consisting of only 2 valid and reliable questions.

SHORT VIDEO APPLICATION USAGE AND FLOW EFFECT ON IMPULSE BUY

Mobile Short Video Applications (MSA), offering short video content and often including referral and commercial features, have attracted a substantial user base, appealing to marketers. However, previous research has not specifically focused on how the use of MSA can influence impulsive buying. Therefore, this research aims to fill this gap by integrating the concept of flow (intense engagement with an activity) into the Stimulus-Organism-Response (SOR) Model. In this context, the utilization of MSA serves as the Stimulus, while flow is divided into enjoyment, concentration, and time distortion, acting as the Organism. The observed Response is impulsive buying. A survey-based questionnaire research method was employed, with a sample of 190 university students. Structural equation modeling (SEM) techniques were used to examine the relationships among the constructs, complemented by qualitative analysis. The research findings indicate that the use of MSA significantly influences the experience of flow, which, in turn, affects impulsive purchasing behavior. Flow (enjoyment) exerts the strongest influence on impulsive buying (0.459 correlation), compared to concentration (0.204) and time distortion (0.212). Enjoyment also mediates the relationship between MSA usage and impulsive purchasing. Users tended to engage in spontaneous and unplanned impulsive purchases when they were in a heightened state of flow, predominantly triggered by enjoyment while using MSA, as opposed to concentration or time distortion. The testing model is valid and reliable within a statistical confidence level exceeding 90%, explaining 29.5% of the variance in impulse buying.
 Keywords: MSA usage, SOR model, flow, impulse buy

Exposing students to a simulation of the online platform used by the South African revenue service

PurposeStudents completing their tertiary education at a university may be equipped with theoretical knowledge with little to no practical experience. In order to bridge this gap in practical skills, a computer simulation was developed based on the e-filing platform of the South African Revenue Services (SARS). Students were exposed to this self-developed computer simulation to answer the question: to what extent will the e-filing simulation improve students' confidence to practically apply their theoretical knowledge?Design/methodology/approachThe research applied a pre–post questionnaire research method to gauge the students' ability to apply their theoretical knowledge to a practical scenario before and after the simulation.FindingsFrom the results, it is apparent that the students were inspired with confidence in getting to terms with the application of their theoretical knowledge in a real-life scenario. The computer simulation provided the platform for learning to take place in a practical environment without the risk of errors that would translate into real financial consequences.Originality/valueThe contribution of this research can be found in a teaching intervention that may support the training of future tax professionals in practical application skills. The contribution can be extended to the enhancement of education in the field of taxation, particularly with the results' showing that the students experienced high levels of increased confidence in their application of theoretical knowledge to real-life scenarios.

Research on the Current Situation, Obstacles and Models of Digital Transformation of MSMEs

With the continuous acceleration of China's digital development process, China has been in the "14th Five-Year Plan", but also the digital transformation as the window of opportunity in the past decade. Then the digital transformation is especially important for small and medium-sized enterprises, which are an important part of China's economy. The epidemic at the moment, all walks of life are experiencing tremendous pressure to control the epidemic, reduce the crossover of people and reduce the gathering of activities. The stagnation of offline as well as traditional trade, the rise of online digital trade. Want to find a way out, digital transformation is the recent way out. The study of the digital transformation of micro, small and medium enterprises on the difficulties of micro, small and medium enterprises in the post-epidemic era and the solution and development to promote the development of China's digital economy is of great practical significance. Using the questionnaire research method, a total of 79 actual controllers or actual persons in charge of MSMEs in the Pearl River Delta were selected as samples in our current questionnaire survey. Starting from 28 questions on difficulties faced in business operation, awareness, understanding and demand for digital transformation, whether digital transformation has been carried out upstream and downstream in the industry, and the current situation, difficulties and political demands of enterprises' digitalization, we investigate the awareness, development obstacles and driving factors of digital transformation among MSMEs.

Research on the promotion of digital teaching and learning toward achieving China’s dual-carbon strategy

The dual-carbon strategy of China affects all walks of life, all of which will be affected in realizing these goals. The same is true of the education sector, and China has the world’s largest education population. The education sector has a large potential to reduce carbon emissions due to its high carbon consumption. Based on the requirements of carbon emission reduction in education, this paper studied the contribution of digital teaching and learning and the education sector toward reducing carbon emissions and discusses how to promote the mechanism construction of carbon emission reduction in the education sector. The study used a comparative analysis and questionnaire research method to analyze the impact of digital teaching and learning on energy saving and emission reduction in the education sector. Research shows that using the Internet and fully utilizing the advantages of digital teaching and learning could improve the quality of teaching, reduce carbon emissions, and help achieve the goal of dual-carbon.

Factors Affecting Consumer Purchase Intentions of Organic Products in Lalitpur District

This study aims to identify consumer buying behaviour towards organic foods in the Lalitpur district. The specific objectives of this study are to study the awareness of consumer buying behaviour toward organic foods and to identify the factors that affect consumer buying behaviour towards organic foods Nepalese market. This study uses descriptive and inferential analysis based on primary data. The survey method is used as a closed-end questionnaire research method. Each variable is measured using 5-point Likert scales. Both descriptive and inferential analysis were used as statistical tools for the analysis in this study, 200 sample sizes have been used to analyse consumer buying behaviour toward organic food foods in Sunakothi, Thecho, and Chapagau of Lalitpur district. The results indicate that consumers have a positive awareness of organic foods. Thus, it concluded that respondents’ awareness level was good while buying organic foods. Based on the result, health-conscious, environment conscious, price, and taste awareness affect consumer buying behaviour towards organic foods. Consumer awareness level is quite well about organic foods. The majority of respondents were conscious of their health while buying organic foods. Most consumers feel that organic foods prices are higher than conventional foods. This study concluded that the Nepalese market was aware of organic foods. The awareness level of consumers was quite good.

An English Blended Teaching Model under the Background of Education Informatization

The continuous development of information technology (IT) has brought great changes in people’s lives and the education sector has also gone through significant reforms because of the advancement of IT, in the recent years. With the improvement of education informatization, the traditional teaching systems cannot fulfill the demands of talent in the modern era. The rapid growth of educational informatization has introduced new requirements for the teaching methods and techniques. The development of new teaching modes that integrates the Internet, big data, and traditional teaching methods has become a major focus of the modern education. Computer system, particularly IT, is playing a key role in the education sector and is very essential for the development of students’ educational and professional careers/skills. At the same time, under the background of education informatization, the development of IT based hybrid teaching modes has attained promising teaching results. Keeping the significance of computer information in the field of education in consideration, this study first analyzes the current situation of English blended teaching in the context of education informatization and then explains the shortcomings of the traditional computer blended teaching models. In this study, I investigate the aims and content of comprehensive English courses using the questionnaire research method to identify the students’ learning requirements. Finally, this paper puts the way forward to implement the English blended teaching model in the context of education informatization and then improve the quality of teaching and promote students’ comprehensive computer ability. According to the results of this study, almost 100% of teachers and students hope that the platform supports the uploading of learning materials and assignments and also has the functions of discussion and communication. The proposed model presents a novel and improved method for the education sector and is expected that the proposed model will help the students and teaching staff to learn/teach in an effective manner.

Development Of Video-Based Learning Media With Videoscribe Application On Liquid Pressure Materials Class VIII A MTs Miftahul Huda Batukasur

Based on the results of observations and interviews with several teachers and students conducted on April 13, 2020 in class VIII A of MTs Miftahul Huda Batukasur, it shows that science learning uses learning facilities in the form of a blackboard and does not use interesting media for students. In the learning process, it can be seen that students' interest in science lessons is still low. The aims of this study were to determine: (1) To determine the process of developing learning media and the feasibility of video-based learning media with the videoscribe application on Pascal's legal liquid material. This type of research is research and development (R&D). This model consists of analysis, design, and development. The type of data obtained is qualitative data in the form of the process of developing video-based learning media with the videoscribe application and quantitative data in the form of validation results of video-based learning media with the videoscrib application. Collecting data in this study using a questionnaire research method. This development research is in the form of a video-based learning media product with a videoscribe application on Pascal's law fluid pressure material for class VIII A MTs Miftahul Huda Batukasur. The results of this development research indicate that video-based learning media with the videoscribe application on liquid law material for class VIII A MTs Miftahul Huda Batukasur are in the appropriate category. the results of the validation of the media expert obtained the percentage of the graphic feasibility component of 73%, the result of the validation of the material expert obtained the percentage of the graphic feasibility component of 55%, the validation result by the science teacher obtained the percentage of the graphic feasibility component of 77%.

The Relationships among Mindfulness, Self-Compassion, and Subjective Well-Being: The Case of Employees in an International Business

This study aimed to investigate the relationships among mindfulness, self-compassion, and subjective well-being among employees. The questionnaire research method was used to collect data in this study, and the subjects included employees of Carrefour, an international business in Taiwan. A total of 629 valid questionnaires were used to evaluate the overall structure and analyze the mediating effect with the SPSS 21.0 statistical software. The results showed that mindfulness was positively related to subjective well-being, mindfulness was positively related to self-compassion, and self-compassion was positively related to subjective well-being. It was also found that self-compassion partially mediated the relationship between mindfulness and subjective well-being.

Study on the Influence of Negative Anthropomorphic Image on Green Consumption Intention

In order to investigate the relationship between negative anthropomorphic image and green consumption intention, constructs a theoretical model between negative anthropomorphic images, perceived threat and green consumption intention, uses a questionnaire research method, and analyzes the results using structural equation modeling. The results show that negative anthropomorphic images negatively affect consumers' green consumption intention; negative anthropomorphic images positively affect perceived threat, perceived threat positively affects consumers' consumption intention, and perceived threat plays a mediating role in the influence of negative anthropomorphic images on green consumption intention.

Determinants of the Rate of Procurement Practices on Disposal of Assets in Kenya's Public Sector: A Case of the Judiciary

Disposal of unwanted assets to the Public is an important aspect of procurement and store management in many organizations. When equipment is in surplus or obsolete, keeping it through maintenance, parking, insurance or storage may lead to exceedingthe recoverable amount which can be the result of continued use of the equipment. In Kenya, the public sector has certain disposal guidelines and procedures as stated in the Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005, and the Public Procurement and DisposalRegulations, 2006. The PPDA applies to all procurement of works, goods, and services, and also, the disposal of assets by all public entities. Disposal of assets in the Public sector is complex due to the multiple interests from various stakeholders against a backdrop of the objectivesit tries to achieve amidst various regulatory bodies or policies which are supposed to be observed. The main goal of this research was to make an assessment on the determinants of the rate of procurement and disposal of the assets in Kenya‟s public institutions, a case of the Judiciary. However, the objectives were used in determining the influence of procurement planning on the disposal of assets; determine how accounting and financial risks affect the disposal of the assets, and identifying the effects of the management methods chosen on the rate of disposal of assets. The study adopted a descriptive study design with a case-study approach to the Judiciary. For purposes of this study, the population of interest was 101 respondents from the Judiciary, which included the department heads, deputies, the disposal committees, and procurement and disposal staff. The study adopted a census sampling technique. The collection of primary data was done using a questionnaire research method The findings show that procurement planning, financial and accounting risks, and choice of management methods affected the rate of assets disposal in the Judiciary to a large extent, It also revealed issues such as corruption, political interference, non-adherence to the PPDA provisions, and PPOA inefficiency as impediments to assets disposal effectiveness and further the study also revealed that the legal framework and regulations had an impact on the relationship between determinants of the rate of procurement and disposal of the assets. The study recommended that The Judiciary‟s procurement department should consider scaling up efforts and work with diligence in stemming out corrupt officers, and ensure total adherence to set PPDA procedures; include strict disposal procurement planning and adopt the well-researched choice of management methods; allocate resources for update training to the procurement and finance staff, and properly explain stakeholders‟ limits and roles when dealing with assets disposal and adopt a proactive and stringent approach

Factors Affecting Consumer Purchase Intentions of Organic Products in Lalitpur District

This study aims to identify consumer buying behavior towards organic foods in the Lalitpur district. The specific objectives of this study are to study the awareness of consumer buying behavior toward organic foods and to identify the factors that affect consumer buying behavior toward the organic foods Nepalese market. The study used descriptive and inferential analysis based on primary data. The survey method is used as a closed-end questionnaire research method. Each variable is measured using 5-points Likert scales. Both descriptive and inferential analyzes were used as statistical tools for the analysis of the data collected. In this study 200 sample sizes have been used to analyze consumer buying behavior towards organic foods in Sunakothi, Thecho, Chapagau of Lalitpur district. The results indicate that consumers have a positive awareness of organic foods. Thus, it concluded that respondents' awareness level was good while buying organic foods. Based on the result, health-conscious, environment conscious, price, taste awareness are factors affecting consumer buying behavior towards organic foods. Consumer awareness level is quite well about organic foods. The majority of respondents were conscious of their health while buying organic foods. The majority of consumers feel that the prices of organic foods were high than conventional foods. This study concluded that the Nepalese market was aware of organic foods. The awareness level of consumers was quite goods.

THE EFFECT OF MUSICAL GESTURES ON AN AUDIENCE: EXAGGERATED OR DEADPAN GESTURES

In the last two decades the scope of scientific papers related to the study of musical gestures increased enormously thanks to the development of data collection technology. The aim of this paper was to contribute to this topical area of psychology of music through the study of musical gestures during performance, i.e. to explain and systematise the visual experience of the audience when a performer made exaggerated or deadpan gestures during performance. This study was based on the questionnaire research method where examinees rated the performance of two performers by using a scale from 1 to 5. During his performance the first performer made exaggerated gestures, while the other made deadpan ones. The results that we obtained proved that exaggerated gestures disturbed visual experience of the listeners regardless whether they were formally educated in music or not. The results also showed considerable achievements in the domain of musical gestures and could be largely used for both pedagogical and performing purposes.

The Sustainability of Knowledge-Sharing Behavior Based on the Theory of Planned Behavior in Q&A Social Network Community

With the update and iteration of Internet technology, the socialized Q&A (question-and-answer) platform realizes the cross-border dissemination of knowledge with the main purpose of disseminating and sharing knowledge. Zhihu, as a knowledge-sharing platform that relies on the user-generated content model to maintain operation and the strong willingness of users to share knowledge, plays a key role in the development of the community. Currently, social Q&A platforms are facing problems such as low user participation rate and gradual decrease in the number of active users. It is very important and urgent to explore the factors that affect users’ willingness to share knowledge. In response to this problem, this paper builds a theoretical model of the factors that are affecting users’ willingness to share knowledge and uses questionnaire research methods to conduct research design and collect sample data and uses methods such as correlation analysis and structural equation modeling to verify the model and hypothesis. The research results show that the theoretical model of planned behavior has strong explanatory power and self-efficacy and material rewards have a positive effect on knowledge-sharing attitudes. Finally, according to some research results, this paper shows that, with the change of time, young people have different needs for knowledge sharing than before, while realizing self-worth through sharing experience, and we also hope to protect own interests and hope that there are more factors to encourage more users to share their knowledge and experience. Therefore, we propose that the platform can use incentive mechanisms to promote knowledge sharing while helping sharers realize their self-worth, improve the existing functions of the platform, or carry out activities to encourage users to participate, so as to achieve the purpose of knowledge sharing and maintain the operation of the Zhihu platform.

Financial disclosure quality and sustainability disclosure quality. A case in China.

This paper empirically examines whether there is an association between financial reporting disclosure quality and sustainability disclosure quality of the top 100 socially reputed Chinese listed firms. The paper computed financial disclosure quality by empirically combining earning qualities of accrual, persistence, predictability, and smoothness. Using content analysis and survey questionnaire research methods, it calculated sustainability quality by combining disclosure quantity (through quantitative weightings), disclosure type (through qualitative weightings), and disclosure item importance (through qualitative weightings) of economic, social, and environmental disclosures made in annual and sustainability reports, ascertained using the Global Reporting Initiative sustainability framework. The study finds that sustainability disclosure in the current period is sufficiently associated with financial disclosure quality of the current period and future period. Consistent with stakeholder theory, firms with a social reputation are perceived as trustworthy by stakeholders and shareholders. The findings lead to a cultural stakeholder theory where underlying values of societal culture create a condition supporting mutual stakeholder relationships between firm and various stakeholders. Demonstrating trustworthiness through disclosures can help boost consumer confidence and foreign trade relations for Chinese firms. The Chinese government can design innovative schemes to reward and promote trustworthiness in firms, such as regulating base-point reductions in interest rates on borrowing or raising funds.

Research on Sports System Based on The Concept of Green Environmental Protection

The thesis uses literature and questionnaire research methods to discuss a series of environmental problems caused by outdoor sports and the impact of environmental pollution on sports. Simultaneously, based on the concept of green environmental protection, corresponding environmental protection countermeasures are proposed to achieve a dynamic balance between sports and the natural environment, that is, to achieve veritable green sports.