Q methodology: An underutilised tool in pharmacy practice research

Haua, Robert; Wolf, Amanda; Harrison, Jeff; Aspden, Trudi

doi:10.1016/j.sapharm.2021.04.008

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“…Specifically, one of the papers utilizes the Q methodology which constitutes of a research tool suitable for exploring the participants' subjective viewpoints. Q methodology combines quantitative and qualitative approaches, with the quantitative part lying in the statistical analysis of the collected data while the qualitative part refers to the interpretation of the results (Haua et al 2021). Three papers use a survey instrument to collect both quantitative and qualitative data, while the third paper combines Delphi survey methodology with Analytical Hierarchy Process.…”

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Challenges of maritime human resource management for the transition to shipping digitalization

Theotokas,

Lagoudis,

Raftopoulou

2024

J. shipp. trd.

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The purpose of this paper is to discuss the challenges that appear in maritime human resource management, in the face of the digitalized environment in maritime business, due to the diffusion of new technologies, such as big data analytics, blockchain technology, and future MASS technology. The current study is based on a systematic review of the relevant literature attempting to respond to the analysis of the challenges described above. The study reveals that existing scientific interest concentrates on the training and education of the maritime workforce, the new skills required as well as the possible loss of traditional jobs and the creation of new ones, while mainly examining the seagoing personnel. However, limited attention has been paid to the practices of human resource management, which could facilitate the transition to the new era of maritime business. This study aims at contributing to the research in the field of Maritime HRM by revealing gaps in existing literature and suggesting areas for future research as well as new methodological approaches in addressing these gaps.

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Challenges of maritime human resource management for the transition to shipping digitalization

Theotokas,

Lagoudis,

Raftopoulou

2024

J. shipp. trd.

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“…Meanwhile, the Q-sort of these factors was identified and marked in order to reveal differences between factors. Mark [ 57 ] refers to the selection of the Q-sort for inclusion in the final factor. In addition, a statement score is calculated for each factor.…”

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The Perception of the National Traceability Platform among Small-Scale Tea Farmers in Typical Agricultural Areas in Central China

Huang

Liu

Guo

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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As one of the key technologies to ensure the safety of agricultural products, the national traceability platform is being widely promoted in China. However, it has not yet been widely adopted among farmers, especially small-scale farmers. Farmers are both producers and direct participants in the traceability of agricultural products. Their perception directly affects the effectiveness of the promotion of the national traceability platform. This study explores the perception of the national traceability platform among small-scale tea farmers in typical agricultural areas in central China. This research employed Q methodology, an approach that integrates both qualitative and quantitative data allowing individuals’ subjective understandings of a specific topic to be studied. The Q-sort procedure was performed in the field with 16 small-scale tea farmers. Next, Q-factor analyses were conducted using the Ken-Q analysis. The results show that small-scale tea farmers have different perceptions of the national traceability platform. Their main characteristics are active participation, resistant participation, risk aversion, and being driven by pressure. These four categories covered 52% of the perceived variance. Meanwhile, there is also a degree of internal consistency in the perception of small-scale tea farmers. Specifically, they are all concerned that participating in the national traceability platform may increase the cost and risk of cultivation and that it is difficult to obtain support from agricultural technicians. Therefore, understanding the perceptions of tea farmers of the national traceability platform is the premise for formulating effective promotion policies. Our research sheds light on the decision-making mechanisms for small-scale tea farmers to participate in national traceability platforms, further expanding the scope of current research on farmer behavior. This research has reference significance for promoting national traceability platforms in China and other countries around the world.

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TEC-Q: A tool to sort out teacher emotions in the classroom

Thumvichit

2024

Teaching and Teacher Education

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Q methodology: An underutilised tool in pharmacy practice research

Cited by 5 publications

References 18 publications

Challenges of maritime human resource management for the transition to shipping digitalization

Challenges of maritime human resource management for the transition to shipping digitalization

The Perception of the National Traceability Platform among Small-Scale Tea Farmers in Typical Agricultural Areas in Central China

TEC-Q: A tool to sort out teacher emotions in the classroom

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