A methodological critique of parenting research in Hong Kong

2011 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hung-Kit Fok ◽  
Daniel T.L. Shek
Keyword(s):  
Hong Kong ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
Multiple Informants ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Statistical Data Analysis ◽  
Methodological Issues ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Multiple Indicators ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Convenience Sampling

Abstract This paper attempts to examine methodological issues pertinent to parenting research in Hong Kong. Using 90 studies indexed in the PsycINFO database, eight methodological limitations of parenting research in Hong Kong are highlighted. The limitations include over-reliance on non-locally validated translated measurements, lack of longitudinal studies, infrequent utilization of perspectives based on multiple informants, lack of usage of multiple indicators of different parenting processes, infrequent use of advanced statistical data analysis methods, underuse of linear mixed method analyses, predominance of convenience sampling, and lack of qualitative studies. Future research directions with reference to these methodological limitations are discussed.

The Challenge of International Market Segmentation in Emerging Markets

2016 ◽  
pp. 2274-2293
Author(s):  
Ramazan Nacar ◽  
Nimet Uray
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Markets ◽  
Market Segmentation ◽  
International Market ◽  
International Markets ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Methodological Issues ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Paradoxical Effects ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Future Research Directions

Increasing paradoxical effects of globalization resulted in the increased homogenization and heterogenization of international markets. Globalization with its varying effects also increased the significance of international market segmentation over the last few decades. Despite the increased presence and usage of international market segmentation, in recent times, the rise of emerging markets have challenged the concepts and methods of international market segmentation. In order to address key issues of international market segmentation in emerging markets, this study briefly examined and assessed foremost conceptual and methodological issues of international market segmentation in emerging markets. Suggestions and future research directions are also provided.

Servant Leadership (SL) in the Context of Bangladesh

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 54-72
Author(s):  
Mohammad Harisur Rahman Howladar ◽  
Md. Sahidur Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Servant Leadership ◽  
Cultural Difference ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Western Country ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Convenience Sampling

The main purpose of the study is to know the practices of servant leadership (SL) in the context of Bangladesh. Specifically, the study explores the fitness of SL constructs in a developing country like Bangladesh. Data were collected using SL scale developed by Van Dierendonck and Nuijten from 432 respondents working in the different branches of private commercial banks of Bangladesh. The convenience sampling technique was used for selecting the respondents. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was applied for analyzing the data. It was revealed that SL is partially practices in the context of Bangladesh. All the constructs of SL are well fit with little modification in empowerment and forgiveness. The main implication of the study is that the SL has crossed the cultural applicability even in developing countries like Bangladesh, which has a cultural difference with any other Western country. The study also pointed out limitations and future research directions.

Team-Level Constructs

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 325-348
Author(s):  
David Chan
Keyword(s):  
Big Data ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Methodological Issues ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Substantive Content ◽  
Multilevel Research ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
Changes Over Time ◽  
Over Time

Studies of team-level constructs can produce new insights when researchers explicitly take into account several critical conceptual and methodological issues. This article explicates the conceptual bases for multilevel research on team constructs and discusses specific issues relating to conceptual frameworks, measurement, and data analysis. To advance programmatic research involving team-level constructs, several future research directions concerning issues of substantive content (i.e., changes in the nature of work and teams, member-team fit, linking team-level constructs to higher-level constructs) and strategic approaches (i.e., the construct's theoretical roles, dimensionality and specificity, malleability and changes over time, relationships with Big Data) are proposed.

scholarly journals A Review of Empirical Research on Transformational School Leadership in China (2010–2019)

2020 ◽  
pp. 209653112094224
Author(s):  
Yanzheng Li
Keyword(s):  
School Leadership ◽  
Mixed Method ◽  
School Level ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
Chinese Studies ◽  
Future Research Directions ◽  
K 12 ◽  
Level Variable

Purpose: The purpose of this literature review is to investigate the effectiveness of transformational school leadership (TSL) in Chinese K–12 settings between 2010 and 2019. The main objective is to provide a comprehensive understanding of TSL research in China and identify possible future research directions. Design/Approach/Methods: Vote counting method and narrative synthesis were applied in this review. Findings: This review found the majority of the studies were quantitative, which indicates that qualitative and mixed-method studies should be encouraged. This review also identified 12 major outcome variables, including 9 teacher-level variables, 2 school-level variables, and 1 student-level variable. Additionally, the effects of transformational leadership on these outcome variables were uniformly significant, including both direct and indirect effects. Future studies should expand the scope of school-level and student-level outcome variables, but particularly student-level outcome variables. Originality/Value: This is the first systematic review on the effectiveness of TSL research in China, which included both English and Chinese studies.

scholarly journals A Comprehensive Review of Quality of Life (QOL) Research in Hong Kong

2007 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
pp. 1222-1229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel T. L. Shek ◽  
Britta M. Lee
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Hong Kong ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Helping Professionals ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Future Research Directions

Published quality of life (QOL) studies in Hong Kong indexed in the major databases were reviewed. Several observations are highlighted from this review. First, most of the published studies were empirical studies involving data collection. Second, there are more micro studies utilizing individual QOL indices than macro studies using societal indicators. Third, most studies addressed personal well-being, followed by studies on family well-being and societal well-being. Fourth, the studies were predominantly quantitative in nature. Fifth, most of the studies were based on adults and comparatively fewer studies were based on children and adolescents. Sixth, most studies were based on populations with special needs, followed by studies based on the general population, helping professionals, and caregivers. Seventh, most studies used measures of QOL rather than developed QOL measures. Finally, QOL data in Hong Kong were seldom compared with those in other places. The gaps on QOL studies in Hong Kong and future research directions are discussed.

scholarly journals High-Intensity Exercise and Mitochondrial Biogenesis: Current Controversies and Future Research Directions

Physiology ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 34 (1) ◽  
pp. 56-70 ◽  
Author(s):  
David J. Bishop ◽  
Javier Botella ◽  
Amanda J. Genders ◽  
Matthew J-C. Lee ◽  
Nicholas J. Saner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mitochondrial Biogenesis ◽  
High Intensity ◽  
High Intensity Exercise ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Methodological Issues ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Powerful Stimulus ◽  
Future Research Directions

It is well established that different types of exercise can provide a powerful stimulus for mitochondrial biogenesis. However, there are conflicting findings in the literature, and a consensus has not been reached regarding the efficacy of high-intensity exercise to promote mitochondrial biogenesis in humans. The purpose of this review is to examine current controversies in the field and to highlight some important methodological issues that need to be addressed to resolve existing conflicts.

Developmental Issues in Assessment and Treatment

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andres De Los Reyes ◽  
Tara M. Augenstein ◽  
Melanie F. Lipton
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Response ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Multiple Informants ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Developmental Issues ◽  
Clinical Presentations ◽  
Self Reports ◽  
Assessment And Treatment ◽  
Future Research Directions

Clinicians and researchers who work with children and adolescents (i.e., youth) have long known of the value of collecting clinical reports from multiple informants. Along with youth self-reports, a number of significant others in lives of youth can provide reliable and valid reports about youth mental health problems. However, these informants’ reports often yield discrepant conclusions about both the presence of problems and treatment response, and only recently have controlled laboratory studies directly tested the idea that these discrepancies may yield valuable information on individual differences in youth’s clinical presentations. Consequently, clinicians and researchers continue to encounter uncertainty about constructing treatment response assessments. This chapter discusses key developmental considerations when constructing treatment response assessments; future research directions are highlighted for decreasing the uncertainty that clinicians and researchers currently face with selecting, using, and interpreting multi-informant assessments when treating youth.

The Challenge of International Market Segmentation in Emerging Markets

2016 ◽  
pp. 42-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramazan Nacar ◽  
Nimet Uray
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Markets ◽  
Market Segmentation ◽  
International Market ◽  
International Markets ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Methodological Issues ◽  
Research Directions ◽  
Paradoxical Effects ◽  
Key Issues ◽  
Future Research Directions

Increasing paradoxical effects of globalization resulted in the increased homogenization and heterogenization of international markets. Globalization with its varying effects also increased the significance of international market segmentation over the last few decades. Despite the increased presence and usage of international market segmentation, in recent times, the rise of emerging markets have challenged the concepts and methods of international market segmentation. In order to address key issues of international market segmentation in emerging markets, this study briefly examined and assessed foremost conceptual and methodological issues of international market segmentation in emerging markets. Suggestions and future research directions are also provided.

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