scholarly journals PERSPEKTIF LUKISAN KOOLAM DARI SEGI ILUSTRASI DI BANDAR SUNGAI PETANI, KEDAH (THE ART OF KOOLAM IN SUNGAI PETANI, KEDAH - ILLUSTRATION PERSPECTIVE)

2019 ◽  
pp. 61-76
Author(s):  
Ananthan Nagu ◽  
Senpagam Gurusamy
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Textual Analysis ◽  
Hand Movements ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
Indian Community ◽  
Decorative Art ◽  
Pattern Movement ◽  
New Generation ◽  
Art Elements

Koolam merupakan lukisan lantai yang amat popular dalam kalangan masyarakat India. Lukisan Koolam bukan melibatkan hiasan semata-mata malah ia merupakan media komunikasi. Dalam kajian ini, lukisan Koolam dikaji dari perspektif ilustrasi. Kajian dijalankan di bandar Sungai Petani, Kedah. Koolam yang menjadi sampel kajian ialah Koolam asas yang diperbuat daripada serbuk beras dengan menggunakan pergerakan tangan yang spontan. Metod yang digunakan dalam kajian ini terdiri daripada kaedah aspek Grounded Theory (teori asas), Phenomenology (fenomenologi), Content Analysis (analisis kandungan), Textual Analysis (analisis teks) dan Semiotics (semiotik). Dapatan kajian membuktikan bahawa Koolam-Koolam asas di bandar Sungai Petani dimulakan dengan titik. Titik ini disamakan dengan ‘pottu’, iaitu tanda yang terdapat pada dahi kaum wanita India. Titik-titik pada kolam kemudian disatukan agar berbentuk pelbagai jenis garisan yang kemudiannya membentuk Koolam dua dimensi dan tiga dimensi. Koolam-Koolam di Sungai Petani terdiri daripada unsur seni, iaitu ruang, warna asas dan tekstur yang sempurna. Prinsip asas yang terdiri daripada corak, pergerakan, keseimbangan, proposi, harmoni dan penekanan dalam lukisan kolam jelas kelihatan pada Koolam-Koolam di bandar Sungai Petani, Kedah. Kajian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan pendedahan dan pengalaman baharu kepada generasi baharu yang hanya melihat Koolam sebagai lukisan perhiasan. (Koolam is a form of drawing that is done on the floor and is very popular in the Indian community. It is not merely meant to be decoration, but a form of communication. In this study, Koolam is researched from the illustration perspective. The study is carried out in Sungai Petani,Kedah. The Koolams that are the samples in this research are the basic forms and are drawn with spontaneous hand movements using rice in the form of powder. The method that are used in this study are Grounded Theory (the basic theory), Phenomenology, Content Analysis, Textual Analysis and Semiotic. The findings of the study on the basic 'Koolams' in the Sungai Petani town shows that they are drawn with a dot. The dot is equated to the dots that are found on the Indian women's forehead, which is known as the Pottu. These dots are then joined with various lines, that will form two or three dimentional Koolams. They also contain the art elements, which are the space, basic colours, and the perfect structure. Furthermore, the basic principles such as pattern, movement, balance, proportion, harmony, and emphasis are obviousin the Koolams that are found in the Sungai Petani, town in Kedah. This research was carried out with the aim of giving exposure and experience to the new generation, so that it is not just seen as a piece of decorative art.)

Evaluating and Analysing Qualitative Data

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bridget E Ogharanduku ◽  
Lubaina Zakaria ◽  
Rafał Sitko ◽  
Katherine J C Sang
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Narrative Analysis ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Textual Analysis ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Template Analysis ◽  
Technological Tools

The nature and volume of qualitative data can be overwhelming for researchers. This chapter provides useful steps for organising, managing and analysing qualitative data. Several techniques for analysing qualitative data are discussed in this chapter with examples to enable users to conduct their own analysis. The techniques include grounded theory, thematic analysis, template analysis, narrative analysis, textual analysis, discourse analyses, content analysis and hermeneutics. Validity and reliability issues to consider when analysing qualitative data are equally discussed. The chapter also considers technological tools available for organising, managing and retrieving qualitative data.

scholarly journals Fears and concerns related to menstruation: a qualitative study from the perspective of gender

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alicia Botello-Hermosa ◽  
Rosa Casado-Mejia
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Qualitative Study ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Oral Transmission ◽  
Rural And Urban ◽  
Education Campaigns ◽  
Data Collection Technique ◽  
Harmful Effects

The aim of this article is to analyze the fears about menstruation and health that have been passed down to us by oral transmission from a gender perspective. A qualitative study, whose design was the Grounded Theory, performed in Seville, Spain, with 24 rural and urban women from different generations, young (18-25, 26-35 years), middle aged (36-45, 46-55, 56-65 years) and elderly (> 65 years). The semi-structured interview was used as a data collection technique. The discourses were subjected to content analysis, following the steps of Grounded Theory. The results highlight the abundant fears related to use of water during menstruation, with very harmful effects to health. As a conclusion to highlight the lack of women's knowledge about reproductive health and that despite Health Education campaigns there are still ancient misconceptions present about menstruation.

scholarly journals Patching up the differences: An exploration into Whanganui gang identity

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Feona Sayles
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Criminal Law ◽  
Textual Analysis ◽  
Moral Panic ◽  
Gang Violence ◽  
Online Newspapers ◽  
The Public ◽  
District Council ◽  
Group Identities ◽  
The Media

<p>The District Council (Prohibition of Gang Insignia) Act 2009 (‘Gang Insignia Act 2009’) came into force in 2009 and prohibited the ‘display’ of ‘gang insignia’ within ‘specified areas’ of the Whanganui District. The purported aim of the legislation was to reduce intimidation of the public and confrontations between gangs. There was no requirement for intent on the part of the wearer of the insignia. This made the Whanganui gang insignia ban unique in terms of criminal law as it maintained that harm was inflicted due to group identity rather than specific conduct. This raises the question of how an identity can be constructed so that it is considered capable of causing criminal harm. To address this question, this research looked at the ways in which the media contributed to the construction of gang identity during the period of 2004 to 2013. This was achieved through (1) a content analysis of reports from three print newspapers and two online newspapers, (2) a content analysis of reader interactions with the reports, and (3) a textual analysis of two print newspapers. The research was guided by moral panic theory so looked for ways in which the events related to stages or elements of moral panic. The focus of the moral panic was also expanded so as to explore the overall context operating at the particular time. It was found that the events did correspond to a moral panic model and that whilst the panic was triggered by key occurrences of gang violence, the underlying motive for the panic could be attributed to racial tensions, penal populism, and the use of a terrorist frame. Whilst this research focuses on the construction of gang identity, the techniques used by the media can be applicable to other group identities.</p>

scholarly journals Assessing the Scope and Feasibility of First-Year Students’ Research Paper Topics

2017 ◽  
Vol 77 (6) ◽  
Author(s):  
Erin Rinto ◽  
Melissa Bowles-Terry ◽  
Ariel J. Santos
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Information Literacy ◽  
Literacy Instruction ◽  
Textual Analysis ◽  
Research Paper ◽  
First Year ◽  
Research Topics ◽  
First Year Students ◽  
Analysis Methodology ◽  
New Information

This study applied a content analysis methodology in two ways to evaluate first-year students’ research topics: a rubric to examine proposed topics in terms of scope, development, and the “researchability” of the topic, as well as textual analysis, using ATLAS.ti, to provide an overview of the types of subjects students select for a persuasive research essay. Results indicated that students struggle with defining an appropriate and feasible focus for their topics and that they often select topics related to education, health, and the environment. These findings were used to implement a new information literacy instruction model that better supports student topic development.

‘A change in the men’s everyday lives’ – a grounded theory study

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 185-190
Author(s):  
Ann Karin Helgesen
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Nursing Home ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Self Determination ◽  
Design Data ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
The Core ◽  
Everyday Lives ◽  
Core Category ◽  
Data Collection And Analysis

BackgroundResearch to date indicates that most nursing homes offer various kinds of activities for their residents, but that these are seldom tailored to each individual person. In respect of activities, it is reasonable to assume that male residents are at particular risk of not receiving person-centred care as they inhabit a largely ‘female domain’, where the majority of personnel and often also of residents are female. Few studies to date have focused on activities for men in nursing homes.AimThe aim of this study was to explore male residents’ experiences of an activity programme in a nursing home in Norway.DesignThe study had an explorative Grounded Theory (GT) design. Data were collected by means of interviews with nine residents. All of the men were offered an activity at least once a week as part of a project over the preceding year.According to the basic principles of grounded theory sampling, data collection and analysis are carried out simultaneously using constant comparison.Findings The core category showed that there was ‘a change in the men’s everyday lives’ after the special activity programme – for men only –  was offered. Their own influence on the content of the conversations and on the activity itself was described as limited. This was not important for them, as the most essential issues were ‘being together’ and ‘getting away’. Conditions relating to the men themselves, the place where the activities were held and the nursing personnel had an impact on how important the activity programme was for them.ConclusionsA more person-centred approach in future activity programmes will enhance the residents’ integrity and well-being, and allow them a degree of self-determination even while resident in a nursing home.       

PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1953 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
WARREN W. QUILLIAN
Keyword(s):  
Social Progress ◽  
Basic Principles ◽  
University Of Wisconsin ◽  
School Of Medicine ◽  
The People ◽  
Differences Of Opinion ◽  
High Standards ◽  
The Individual ◽  
The University ◽  
New Generation

Economic and social progress in our practice depends upon the sustained interest and the effort of the individual physician. Courage and faith are necessary foundations for action in this critical year of decision, and there is every reason to believe that the new generation of pediatricians has every qualification necessary to continue the quest for better health among children. His adventure in "practical idealism" will not be an easy one. But, fortified by the assurance of his noble heritage of accomplishment and adherence to high standards, he will accept the challenge of the future with a deep sense of responsibility. He will keep faith with those who have gone before, and attempt to retain the confidence and trust of the people as did our fathers, by holding high the banner of service. The price of success in this undertaking involves a determination to reach our objectives regardless of adverse circumstances, concentration on the immediate problems, and by long range plans for fulfilling our obligations to the children of America. Frustration and differences of opinion are inevitable. Changing conditions require flexibility in our adaptation to existing needs. Let us keep our eyes upon the stars, but our feet upon the ground! Our responsibilities are great. The Dean of the School of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin, Dr. William S. Middleton, recently stated the challenge in these words: "Make no small plans; they have no magic to stir man's soul!" Medicine progresses, even in a troubled world. Changes in governments, in laws and controls, have not interfered with this progress. Civilizations of the past have been destroyed by the decay and infamy and greed within their own structure. Let us renew our faith in the simple basic principles, which have characterized the growth and development of the Academy for 22 years.

Introduction

2018 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Shweta Kishore
Keyword(s):  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Documentary Film ◽  
Textual Analysis ◽  
Political Representation ◽  
Private Institutions ◽  
Historical Significance ◽  
New Material ◽  
Political Foundations ◽  
The Individual

In India, ‘independent documentary film’ is a term that signifies a body of films that first appeared in 1975 during the Constitutional Emergency, a period when the repressive exercise of state authority threatened the democratic political foundations of the nation. The initial usage of the term ‘independent’ to denote a production category located outside of state structures is now a misnomer. In the post-economic reform landscape, independent filmmakers operate with greater flexibility and various interdependent and mutually cooperative forms of organisation between filmmakers, the state, international and domestic NGOs, private institutions and individuals are commonplace. My attempt here is to construct an ongoing critical dialogue between broader concepts of documentary studies and the situated perspectives that emerge from individual accounts and the analysis of films produced and circulated using diverse modes and architectures. Emphasising the historical significance of documentary as a space of oppositional representation, the accounts produce a grounded theory of independence structured in relation to institutions, industry practices, individual subjectivities and technology in post-reform India. Combining the study of independent film practice and textual analysis, the mixed methods study investigates how independent Indian documentary is a practice that not only produces political representation but opens up new material relations between culture, society and the individual.

Towards a Framework for Web 2.0 Community Success

2013 ◽  
pp. 85-98
Author(s):  
Joshua Chang ◽  
Clifford Lewis
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
Online Communities ◽  
External Factors ◽  
Dual Approach ◽  
Video Sharing ◽  
Internal And External Factors

Although ample research has been conducted on the topic of community, there is still much research to be done on online communities. More specifically, there is a paucity of research on the topic of building successful Web 2.0 communities like YouTube—the top ranked Web 2.0 video sharing website. In this paper, a framework for Web 2.0 community success is proposed based on a theoretical review and an empirical study of YouTube using a dual approach consisting of content analysis and grounded theory interviews. The findings identify specific internal and external factors that are important for the success of YouTube as a Web 2.0 community. A framework of Web 2.0 community success is also proposed, which is useful in the planning and administration of Web 2.0 Communities.

Pervasive Technologies and Addiction

2020 ◽  
pp. 125-144
Author(s):  
Laura D. Russell
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Digital Media ◽  
Textual Analysis ◽  
Participant Observation ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Theory Analysis ◽  
Work Habits ◽  
Symbolic Interactions

Digital media have drastically changed occupational landscapes. Mobile technologies in particular enable employees to work anywhere at any time. Consequently, expectations for when and when not to work have become increasingly uncertain. This chapter focuses on how self-proclaimed workaholics of Workaholics Anonymous (WA) rely on social support. Through participant observation and thematic textual analysis, the author examines the symbolic interactions that shape members' recoveries. A grounded theory analysis of the data reveals how members reconstruct their work habits through introspective reflection, interpersonal dialogue, and communal sense-making. Drawing from a structuration perspective (Giddens, 1979), the author interprets how these findings can be explored in future research and applied by individuals facing personal and occupational pressures associated with work.

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