Research methodology: A decision-making perspective.

1984 ◽  
pp. 193-217 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gordon Wood
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Research Methodology

scholarly journals Remote Virtual Simulation for Incident Commanders—Cognitive Aspects

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (14) ◽  
pp. 6434
Author(s):  
Cecilia Hammar Wijkmark ◽  
Maria Monika Metallinou ◽  
Ilona Heldal
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Problem Solving ◽  
Cognitive Processes ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Learning Objectives ◽  
Virtual Simulation ◽  
Practical Training ◽  
Case Research ◽  
Action Case

Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, on-site Incident Commander (IC) practical training and examinations in Sweden were canceled as of March 2020. The graduation of one IC class was, however, conducted through Remote Virtual Simulation (RVS), the first such examination to our current knowledge. This paper presents the necessary enablers for setting up RVS and its influence on cognitive aspects of assessing practical competences. Data were gathered through observations, questionnaires, and interviews from students and instructors, using action-case research methodology. The results show the potential of RVS for supporting higher cognitive processes, such as recognition, comprehension, problem solving, decision making, and allowed students to demonstrate whether they had achieved the required learning objectives. Other reported benefits were the value of not gathering people (imposed by the pandemic), experiencing new, challenging incident scenarios, increased motivation for applying RVS based training both for students and instructors, and reduced traveling (corresponding to 15,400 km for a class). While further research is needed for defining how to integrate RVS in practical training and assessment for IC education and for increased generalizability, this research pinpoints current benefits and limitations, in relation to the cognitive aspects and in comparison, to previous examination formats.

A Research Methodology Based on Design Science for the Construction of Cognitive Maps: The Case of a Chinese Steel Company’s Strategic Decision Making

2011 ◽  
Vol 204-210 ◽  
pp. 2098-2102 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ying Hong Zhong ◽  
Hong Wei Liu
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Design Science ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Cognitive Map ◽  
Strategic Decision ◽  
Strategic Decision Making ◽  
Wicked Problem ◽  
Senior Executives ◽  
Cognitive Decision

In turbulent business environment, executives’ cognition plays an important role in their understanding and the process of decision making. Cognitive map helps the senior executives in their thought process. The construction of information-based cognitive map, however, is a wicked problem, which could hardly be tackled by hard systems methodologies. Design science provides a good solution. This paper puts forward a research methodology, which is divided into six activities, to build up an information systems (IS) based cognitive map for cognitive decision support. The methodology is demonstrated by a case study of a Chinese steel company’s strategic decision making.

scholarly journals Indonesian traveler study: analyze the role of the big five personalities on hard adventure traveler type

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 83-94
Author(s):  
Lusy Asa Akhrani ◽  
◽  
Chintya Fatima Dewi ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Big Five ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Personality Types ◽  
Big Five Personality ◽  
Tourist Attraction ◽  
Regression Techniques

Purpose: This study aims to determine the role of big five personalities simultaneously and partially towards the tendency of hard adventure travelers. Research methodology: This study will also look at the five traits found in the big five personalities which tend to play a role in the hard adventure traveler. This research is a replication study of Kristin Scott and John C. Mowen with a quantitative approach involving 1,558 subjects with a purposive sampling technique. Big five personality was measured using the big five infentory scale, while the hard adventure type would be measured using a scale from Scott & Mowen. Data analysis of this study using multiple regression techniques. Results: The results showed that there is a role of big five personalities that is simultaneous towards traveler's hard adventure type of 7,6%, whereas partially openness, extraversion, and neuroticism trait had a role towards the type of hard adventure, where openness trait had the biggest role towards hard adventure type. Limitations: Based on the magnitude of the role generated in this study, there are still other factors that can influence traveler's decision making to choose the traveling type, so that these other factors are expected to explore more. Contribution: This research can be a reference in the development of tourist attraction marketing by taking into account visitors' personality types.

scholarly journals How can a design-based research methodology that utilises Mixed-Reality (MR) Technologies be utilized to effectively enhance learning for authentic, high-risk situations?

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jin Hong
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Virtual Reality ◽  
Educational Technology ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Mixed Reality ◽  
Design Principles ◽  
Design Based Research

Even experienced mountain climbers underestimate key dangers and make poor decisions in stressful, high-risk situations when climbing, leading to injury and death. My own experience indicates that effective education can play a key role in managing these risks and improving experienced climber’s decision making. Current educational approaches for climbers, however, are generally limited to textbooks and ‘on the mountain’ learning. It is vital, therefore, that new approaches and methods are developed to improve learning.    My own experience and emergent case studies indicate that AR (Augmented), VR (Virtual Reality) and MR (Mixed Reality), have affordances (possibilities offered by the technology) to underpin new forms of learning and therefore have the potential to enhance education for high-risk environments. Emergent use of MR immersive technologies includes classroom learning, firefighting and military training. An initial review of literature has indicated though that there are very limited examples of rigorous research on the design and application of MR technologies in authentic education, especially for extreme situations such as mountaineering i.e., no one has rigorously designed for these technologies for learning in extreme environments, evaluated learning outcomes and theorised about how learning can be enhanced.    In response to this gap/opportunity, this research explores the potential of MR technologies to effectively enhance learning for authentic, high-risk situations. The research will use a Design-based research methodology (DBR) to develop design principles informed by key learning theories as they offer recognised and critical approaches for a new way of learning in an extreme environment.  Underpinned by a Constructivist paradigm, initial theoretical frameworks identified include Authentic Learning and Heutagogy (student-determined learning).Herrington and co-authors (2009) recommended 11 design principles for the incorporation of mobile learning into a higher education learning environment, and Blaschke and Hase (2015)’s 10 principles of designing learning for heutagogy. Other theories and frameworks include Constructivist Learning and the ZPD (the Zone of Proximal Development), design for mobile MR learning and user-centred design. Activity Theory will also be utilised in the data analysis.   Initial design principles will be developed by the DBR methodology. These design principles will be tested through the implementation and evaluation of an MR ‘prototype’ app design solution.’ The prototype solution will be iteratively redesigned using further evaluation and feedback from sample cohorts of end-users. Data will be collected from key participant interviews, researcher observation/reflections and biometric feedback. Methodological triangulation (multimodal data approach) will be used to evaluate learning outcomes. The iterative development will lead to transferable design principles and further theorising that can be transferred to other learning situations involving preparation and decision-making as well as knowledge in high-risk contexts.    Reference   Amiel, T., & Reeves, T. (2008). Design-Based Research and Educational Technology:   Rethinking Technology and the Research Agenda. Educational Technology                & Society, 11(4), 29-40.    Blaschke, L., & Hase, S. (2015). Heutagogy, Technology, and Lifelong Learning for Professional   and Part-Time Learners. In A. Dailey-Hebert & K. S. Dennis (Eds.), Transformative Perspectives   and Processes in Higher Education (Vol. 6, pp. 75-94). Switzerland: Springer                   International Publishing.   Cochrane, T., et al., (2017) ‘A DBR framework for designing mobile virtual reality learning  environments’, Australasian Journal of Educational Technology, vol. 33,  6, pp. 27–40. doi: 10.14742/ajet.3613    Engeström, Y. (2015). Learning by expanding: An activity-theoretical approach      to developmental research (2nd ed.). Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.   Hase, S & Kenyon, C. (2001). Moving from andragogy to heutagogy: implications for VET',  Proceedings of Research to Reality: Putting VET Research to Work: Australian  Vocational Education and Training Research Association (AVETRA), Adelaide,  SA, 28-30 March, AVETRA, Crows Nest, NSW.   Kesim, M & Ozarslan (2012), Y. Augmented Reality in Education: Current                 Technologies and the Potential for Education, Procedia - Social and            Vygotsky, L. S. (1978). Mind in society: The development of higher psychological  processes. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.     Behavioral Sciences volume 47, 2012, 297-302.  

scholarly journals Applicability of Artificial Intelligence in Decision-Making for Land Forces

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (2) ◽  
pp. 039-054
Author(s):  
Paul Tudorache
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Decision Making ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Research Paper ◽  
The Other ◽  
Military Operations ◽  
Other Hand ◽  
The Military

Similar to other fields, also in the military one, the Artificial Intelligence has become recently an evident solution for optimizing specific processes and activities. Therefore, this research paper aims to highlight the potential uses of Artificial Intelligence in the military operations carried out by the Land Forces. In this regard, analysing the framework of the operations process and applying suitable research methodology, the main findings are related to AI’s contributions in optimizing commander’s decisions during the progress of planning and execution. On the other hand, picturing the AI upgrated combat power of the Land Forces is another significant result of this study.

scholarly journals A Field Research to Identify Psychological Factors Influencing the Debt Repayment Behavior in Turkey

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 26-33
Author(s):  
Mehtap Özşahin ◽  
Senay Yürür ◽  
Erman Coşkun
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Locus Of Control ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Psychological Factors ◽  
Research Question ◽  
Field Research ◽  
Personality Characteristics ◽  
Psychological Determinants ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Debt Repayment

This research aims to exploratively search relevant psychological determinants for debt repayment behavior. In this regard, the research question is: Which psychological factors affect the debt repayment behavior? Some research in literature argue that the socio-economic factors alone may not be sufficient to explain debt and repayment behavior, and some other factors should be also utilized. This study will focus on psychological factors consisting of personality and attitudes. To the our best knowledge, in Turkey there is very limited amount of research conducted in this area and as one of the highest individual credit using countries it is essential to use psychological factors in credit risk evaluation processes. Thus, this research, examines effects of personality characteristics and attitude on debt repayment behavior in the context of Turkish culture, and is expected to fill a gap and to contribute to both national and international literatures. The study utilizes qualitative research methodology to explore psychological determinants and their effects on debt repayment behavior. In depth interview research methodology has been used to explore the personality characteristics and attitude influencing debt repayment behavior.  The research findings revealed that, the responsibility, long term orientation, sanction fear, sense of collectivism, rational decision making and risk aversion are main characteristics of regular payers, while external locus of control, irresponsibility, short term orientation,  irrational decision making, emotional imbalance are common characteristics of irregular payers. So, according to findings, , conscientious, time orientation, sanction fear, sense of collectivism, locus of control and decision making style can be enlisted as primary personal and attitudinal factors explaining the repayment behavior.

scholarly journals Analisis Dan Perancangan Data Warehouse Pada PT Gajah Tunggal Prakarsa

2010 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 437
Author(s):  
Choirul Huda ◽  
Bram Pangestu ◽  
Jimmy Lai ◽  
Riantoro Teja
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Data Base ◽  
Data Warehouse ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Analysis Study ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Star Schema ◽  
Current Systems

The purpose of this helpful in making decisions more quickly and precisely. Research methodology includes analysis study was to analyze the data base support in helping decisions making, identifying needs and designing a data warehouse. With the support of data warehouse, company leaders can be more of current systems, library research, designing a data warehouse using star schema. The result of this research is the availability of a data warehouse that can generate information quickly and precisely, thus helping the company in making decisions. The conclusion of this research is the application of data warehouse can be a media aide related parties on PT. Gajah Tunggal initiative in decision making. 

scholarly journals Percepción de la justicia organizacional de los empleados de la Universidad Técnica de Machala // Perception of the organizational justice of Universidad Técnica de Machala employees

Ciencia Unemi ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 10 (23) ◽  
pp. 70
Author(s):  
César Quezada Abad
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Organizational Justice ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Statistical Test ◽  
High Confidence ◽  
Administrative Management ◽  
Statistical Verification ◽  
Toma De Decisiones ◽  
A Company

Justicia organizacional conlleva a entender cómo los trabajadores de una empresa aprecian la toma de decisiones de los mandos directivos en la administración de una empresa. En torno a este aspecto, este trabajo tiene por objetivo establecer la percepción de la justicia organizacional de los empleados en la Universidad Técnica de Machala (UTMACH), Ecuador. Para cumplir con el propósito propuesto, se encuestaron 400 servidores de la UTMACH, teniendo como metodología de investigación el estadístico-descriptivo y exploratorio. La prueba estadística de Cronbach arrojó un alfa de 0,939, lo que significa una elevada confianza en los datos recopilados. De acuerdo con los resultados, se concluye que la percepción del talento humano difiere en cada una de las fases de la gestión administrativa, debido a que en algunos casos la comprobación estadística corroboró el hecho de que la percepción era favorable y en otros casos no generaba ningún efecto. En las fases de organización y de planificación existe cierto nivel de incidencia, sin embargo prácticamente es incipiente; es decir, el talento humano no manifiesta mayor interés ante los cambios suscitados. En cuanto a la fase de dirección, el patrón se repite de modo similar a la planificación, en vista de que la apreciación de los empleados cambia ante una modificación de las políticas aplicadas por el líder. En lo que respecta al control, no existe incidencia en la percepción del talento humano.ABSTRACTOrganizational justice entails understanding how the employees of a company appreciate the decision-making of managers in the management of a company. Regarding this aspect, this paper aims to establish the perception of organizational justice of employees at the Universidad Técnica de Machala (UTMACH), Ecuador. In order to fulfill the proposed purpose, 400 servers of the UTMACH were surveyed, having the statistical-descriptive and exploratory as research methodology. Cronbach's statistical test yielded an alpha  of 0.939, which means a high confidence in the data collected. According to the results, it is concluded that the perception of human talent differs in each of the phases of administrative management, because in some cases the statistical verification corroborated the fact that the perception was favorable and in other cases did not generate any effect. There is a certain level of incidence in the organization and planning phases, but it is practically incipient; that is, human talent shows no greater interest in the changes. As for the management phase, the pattern is repeated in a similar way to the planning, since the appreciation of the employees changes before a modification of the policies applied by the leader. As far as control is concerned, there is no impact on the perception of human talent.

scholarly journals Akuntansi Manajemen Limbah Industri Perhotelan (Studi kasus: Sebuah Hotel Bintang Empat di Makassar)

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Surahmah Kurnia ◽  
Syamsinar Syamsinar ◽  
Afdaliah Afdaliah
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Financial Performance ◽  
Empirical Result ◽  
Research Methodology ◽  
Accounting Information ◽  
Liquid Waste ◽  
Waste Material ◽  
Management Decision ◽  
Management Decision Making ◽  
Material Exchange

The purpose of this research is to produce the accounting information for management decision making about the estimation of revenue and cost of waste cultivation in hotel. The research methodology used descriptive quantitative using waste material exchange and recycle as the alternatives waste cultivation. The empirical result shows that the estimation of financial performance (profit) which sourced from solid and liquid waste cultivation based on the parameter used will be consideration and recommendation

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