scholarly journals Examining the Constraints on Yachting Tourism Development in China: A Qualitative Study of Stakeholder Perceptions

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (23) ◽  
pp. 13178
Author(s):  
Yunhao Yao ◽  
Ruoquan Zheng ◽  
Merle Parmak
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Supply And Demand ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Analysis Software ◽  
Development Environment ◽  
Healthy Development ◽  
The Social ◽  
Further Development

Clarifying the current constraints facing the development of yachting tourism in China is key to ensuring the healthy development of this niche industry. This study uses grounded theory as a theoretical basis to conduct qualitative research and applies semi-structured interview techniques to examine stakeholders’ views on the constraints on the development of yachting tourism in China, from the perspectives of both yachting supply and demand. MAXQDA2020 qualitative analysis software was used to determine the main constraints. The study identified seven of these constraints, including policies and regulations, government behaviors, the social development environment, marketing, infrastructure, expertise and manpower, and culture. Based on these constraints, and the recommendations for improving yachting tourism proposed by the interviewed stakeholders, the study offers seven strategies for the further development of yachting tourism, which have practical significance for this development both in China and abroad.

scholarly journals Responsabilidade Social (RSI) e Reputação Organizacional (ROI) Internas: relação competitiva para a empresa?

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (44) ◽  
pp. 205
Author(s):  
Angelica Carina de Andrade Farias Lima ◽  
Amanda Raquel da França Filgueiras D Amorim
Keyword(s):  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Competitive Advantages ◽  
Resource Based View ◽  
Organizational Reputation ◽  
The Social ◽  
High Degree ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Research Show

The objective of this research was to identify the relationship between Internal Social Responsibility (RSI) and Internal Organizational Reputation (ROI). It also aims at checking if they are considered sources of competitive advantages for companies. The research used a theoretical basis developed by Pena et al. (2005) for the analysis of RSI through the analysis of 9 indicators, the same used by the Ethos Institute, and Lerner’s (2006) proposal to identify the employees’ perception of the degree of agreement with the ROI, based on the perception of 8 attributes related to company. The research was carried out in the company Antares Comunicação through questionnaires applied to the employees and semi-structured interview conducted with the manager of the Social Responsibility program. The results of the research show a high degree of agreement, an average of 5.5 in relation to the RSI actions developed by the company, as well as an average of 4.9 for the attributes related to ROI. He found through Pearson’s correlation analysis, there is a significant, linear and positive relationship between RSI and ROI. Therefore, according to the Resource Based View (VBR), the two variables, Internal Social Responsibility and Internal Organizational Reputation can be considered sources of competitive advantage for the company.

scholarly journals TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS OF GRAIN MARKET IN UKRAINE

2020 ◽  
Vol 1(13) ◽  
pp. 38-44
Author(s):  
Oksana Penkova ◽  
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Andrii Kharenko ◽  
Yurii Tsymbaliuk ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Supply And Demand ◽  
Raw Material ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Grain Production ◽  
National Market ◽  
External Demand ◽  
Methods Of Synthesis ◽  
Further Development

Development and deepening of processing of agricultural products, including grains, improvement of its quality characteristics will contribute to increase of employment in rural areas, satisfaction of internal and external demand, increase of foreign exchange receipts in the state and incomes of producers. The aim of the article is to evaluate the prospects for the development of the market for large products in Ukraine, taking into account trends in changes of supply and demand. The methodological basis of the study: the systematic and dialectical approaches and the use of methods of synthesis and analysis in determining the patterns and features of the market for large products in Ukraine. The article analyzes the dynamics and structure of production of grains, identifies the problems of increasing the supply of their main species. The factors of internal and external demand for national grain and future trends of development of this market have been considered. It has been proved that the production volumes of the main grains depend directly on the availability of raw material supply and its quality, the demand for finished products both in the Ukrainian market and from the side of the importing countries of Ukrainian products, as well as the retrospective profitability of the sale of alternative crops. Expansion of national sales in the national market can be achieved through the comprehensive application of non-tariff restrictions that do not conflict with WTO agreements. The scientific novelty of the research is to systematize the factors of formation of demand and supply of large products and to analyze their impact on the market environment. The practical significance of the research lies in identifying the main areas within which the problems of further development of the large industry are generated, which creates the basis for the development of measures to minimize their negative impact. Keywords: grains, grain production, grains market, processing enterprises, grain production.

scholarly journals Studying the potential of urban professional communities in the field of engineering-technological education of schoolchildren

2021 ◽  
Vol 54 (6) ◽  
pp. 576-591
Author(s):  
Yulia Yu. Bocharova ◽  
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Anna V. Bagachuk ◽  
Polina A. Sergeeva ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Professional Education ◽  
Informal Education ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Professional Communities ◽  
Technological Education ◽  
Urban Network ◽  
The Social

Introduction. Achieving the strategic goals of scientific-technological development, corresponding to the modern technological mode, is impossible without increasing the competitiveness of the education system, which is ensured by new continuous professional education models for school teachers of an engineering-technological profile, among which urban educational formats are increasingly used, as well as communities of experts, formed around groups of masters and relying on co-creation, transfer of experience and technology. The research purpose is to assess the potential of urban professional communities and the conditions for the formation of an informal pedagogical education ecosystem in the field of engineering-technological education of schoolchildren. Materials and methods. To study the structure of professional contacts of the urban network of teachers engaged in engineering-technological education of schoolchildren, the sample was constructed using the "snowball" method. The content analysis of a semi-structured interview was used to identify professional roles and professional contacts, to assess the density of networks using the method of network analysis of an educational organization according to K. Ushakov. Results. On the basis of a semi-structured interview with working teachers engaged in engineering-technology education, the links between the accepted roles (teacher, mentor, expert) and the network density were revealed, a great potential for the network development was revealed (84% of new links can still be formed, 53% of participants are ready to master new roles). The leading roles of leaders, “network nodes”, are “an expert” and “a mentor”. The authors highlight the characteristics of urban forms of interaction between teachers that enhance the social capital of a territory: co-existence format, heterogeneity of participants, reliance on experience and taking into account the ambitions to accept roles, distributed leadership, support of professional reflection, joint design of events. Practical significance. The presented method for assessing the social capital of a territory on the example of an informal education network of teachers engaged in engineering-technological education can be used in the management of local educational ecosystems.

scholarly journals Kimwimbi Women as Mirrored in the Cultural & Social Notions & Expressions

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 1175-1180
Author(s):  
Christine Atieno ◽  
Jane Kathom
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Social Attitudes ◽  
Social Semiotics ◽  
Beliefs And Practices ◽  
Linguistic Group ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
The Social ◽  
Interview Guide

Among the Mwimbi linguistic group, expressions exist or are used for a variety of purposes including communication and all are geared towards socialization of societal members so as to enable each fit in their expected caliber. In the social context words and expressions have been used by Mwimbi speakers to explicitly devalue women by normally not saying what they mean. The purpose of this study therefore, is to establish the notions expressed by cultural and social beliefs and practices upon which devaluing of women is based. The objective of this paper is to find out the cultural and social notions and expressions used to devalue women in Kimwimbi Language. Halliday's Social Semiotics Theory was used. A qualitative research design was used. Data was collected in Mwimbi in Ganga Ward Maara sub county, Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya. The population includes all the expressions that contribute to devaluing women in Kimwimbi. Speakers of the language were selected through purposive sampling. Data was collected using focus group discussion guides and a semi structured interview guide. The paper established that the Kimwimbi Language uses expressions that are heavily embedded on cultural and social attitudes to devalue women.

scholarly journals Fake News and Disinformation in Health Care- Challenges and Technology Tools

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Tsirintani
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Global Health ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Fake News ◽  
The Social ◽  
Use Of Internet ◽  
Health And Well Being

The aim of this study is to define and analyze the phenomenon of fake news and disinformation from social media in healthcare ecosystem. Social media and web platforms can be used to spread misinformation, which produces harmful consequences to global health and well-being. A qualitative research was carried out by using semi structured interview with experts for collecting the data investigating the social, legal and technical environment that promote this phenomenon. In order to shed some light, software tools and web platforms are suggested to those in charge of educating users on their best use of internet for this purpose.

scholarly journals Assessment of the Basic Law Lesson Consistent with the Opinions of Social Studies Pre-Service Teachers

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 103
Author(s):  
Sibel Oguz Hacat
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
Social Studies ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Basic Law ◽  
The Social

The aim of the present study is to identify the approach of social studies pre-service teachers to legal topics in the “Basic Law” lesson within the Social Studies Teaching Bachelor’s Degree Program. A case study based on qualitative research methods was employed. The study group consisted of 57 social studies pre-service teachers. Data was obtained using semi-structured interview forms consisting of open-ended questions. The interview form was administered twice, at the beginning and at the end of the semester. Data obtained was analysed using content analysis. At the beginning of the semester, the motives for teaching of the Basic Law lesson were identified in seven different categories. Consistent with the opinions of the pre-service teachers, it was determined that these categories were related to 26 subcategories. However, the motives for teaching the Basic Law lesson were indicated in 10 different categories at the end of the semester. Consistent with the opinions of the pre-service teachers, it was determined that the latter categories were related to 29 subcategories. In conclusion, it was demonstrated that the content of the lesson influenced students’ opinions. Based on the results of the study and the literature review, there are a limited number of studies that focus on the teaching of legal topics in social studies education in our country. Thus, in the future, further studies should be carried out in this field.

scholarly journals Research on the collection and distribution system of Qinhuangdao Port

2021 ◽  
Vol 248 ◽  
pp. 03005
Author(s):  
Lipeng Lu
Keyword(s):  
Distribution System ◽  
Theoretical Basis ◽  
Geographical Location ◽  
Current Situation ◽  
Practical Significance ◽  
Existing Problems ◽  
Coastal Shipping ◽  
Countermeasures And Suggestions ◽  
Port Infrastructure ◽  
Further Development

As a big coal port, Qinhuangdao port is an important shipping hub for coastal shipping because of its superior geographical location. Nowadays, with the growth of the throughput of Qinhuangdao port, it not only puts forward higher requirements for the port infrastructure construction, but also brings greater pressure to the port collection and distribution system. Therefore, it is of practical significance to study the collection and distribution system of Qinhuangdao port to promote the further development of the port. This paper first expounds the relevant theories of the port collection and distribution system, on this theoretical basis, mainly analyzes the current situation of Qinhuangdao port collection and distribution system, and puts forward corresponding countermeasures and suggestions according to the existing problems of the collection and distribution system, so as to accelerate the development of the port and improve the competitiveness of the port.

scholarly journals Social representations of illness among people with chronic kidney disease

2015 ◽  
Vol 36 (2) ◽  
pp. 106-112 ◽  
Author(s):  
Caroline Gonçalves Pustiglione Campos ◽  
Maria de Fátima Mantovani ◽  
Maria Elisa Brum do Nascimento ◽  
Cristiam Carla Cassi
Keyword(s):  
Chronic Kidney Disease ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Content Analysis ◽  
Kidney Disease ◽  
Social Role ◽  
Social Representations ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Family Ties ◽  
Disease Awareness ◽  
The Social

OBJECTIVE: To describe the social representations of illness among people with chronic kidney disease undergoing haemodialysis. METHOD: Descriptive, qualitative research, anchored on the social representations theory. This study was conducted in the municipality of Ponta Grossa, Paraná State, Brazil, with 23 adults with chronic kidney disease. Data were collection between February and November 2012 by means of a semi-structured interview, and analyzed using Content Analysis. RESULTS: The interviews led to the categories "the meaning of kidney disease": awareness of finitude, and "survival": the visible with chronic kidney disease. The representation of illness unveiled a difference and interruption in life projects, and haemodialysis meant loss of freedom, imprisonment and stigma. CONCLUSION: Family ties and the individuals´ social role are determining representations for healthcare.

scholarly journals A Holistic Synthesis of the Organisation Theories

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 5-19
Author(s):  
Geoff Goldman ◽  
C.W. Callaghan
Keyword(s):  
Social Sciences ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Chaotic Systems ◽  
Supply And Demand ◽  
Empirical Methods ◽  
Business Organisation ◽  
Human Needs ◽  
Socially Constructed ◽  
The Social ◽  
Individual Human

Abstract Much literature exists on the topic of ‘organisation’. Many different academic disciplinary areas stake their claim to aspects of business organisation. The social sciences offer many different perspectives of the phenomena associated with it; as different lenses, through which the object is perceived very differently. According to social constructivists, the business organisation is socially constructed. For psychologists, it exists at the nexus of individual human needs. For economists, the business organisation operates as a mechanism responding to signals of supply and demand. In this paper the business organisation is re-imaged as an entity existing within, and comprised of, chaotic systems. On the basis of a synthesis of seminal theory this paper attempts to offer a holistic perspective of business organisations; that ‘pulls together’ these multidisciplinary perspectives. On the basis of this synthesis, it is argued that the organisational context is inherently endogenous, and that qualitative research methods might offer management scientists a more valid perspective of the relationships within organisations than empirical methods can.

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