An introduction and explanation of the epistemological differences quantitative qualitative research paradigms is first provided, followed by an overview realist philosophical paradigm, which attempts to accommodate two. From this foundational discussion, paper then introduces concept meaning ma king in methods looks at how generated from data analysis specifically. Finally, some examples literature can be constructed organized using a approach are provided. The aims provide methodologies,...

A systematic review was conducted to investigate the literature on effectiveness of life skills programs. The aim this gain a comprehensive understanding education globally, and identify research gaps priorities. Findings revealed differences in within developing countries developed countries. In general, conduct more programs promoting positive behavior, with articulating outcomes individual youth. contrast, majority countries’ lack implementation, evaluation monitoring. Programs are often...

Abstract Youth participation in program and community decision making is framed by scholars as an issue of social justice, a platform for positive youth development effective citizenry, strategy nation building. Recent literature reviews have consistently identified youth–adult partnership (Y–AP) type across highly diverse contexts. These same reviews, however, note that indicators Y–AP not been conceptualized validated measurement purposes. The present study addresses this limitation...

Stories are essential realities from our past and present. As the primary sources of data in narrative research, interview transcripts play an role giving meaning to personal stories research participants. The pragmatic narratives found represent human experience as it unfolds. Analyzing thus moves beyond providing descriptions thematic developments most qualitative studies. Crafting involves a complex set analytic processes. Building on first author's working doctoral thesis employing...

Scientific instruments often undergo calibration to ensure that they will produce results meet or exceed defined criteria within a specified degree of confidence. Such almost always refers mechanical instruments, those used primarily in the physical sciences. Rarely is notion relation social and human sciences, especially context qualitative research where being main instrument. The focus this study was explore experiences novice undergoing process similar calibration. In doing so, we...

Across the world, community-based youth organizations are engaging as partners with adults to promote civic development. A sample of 528 from United States, Portugal, and Malaysia were surveyed explore associations between youth–adult partnership (youth voice in decision making; supportive adult relationships) two key aspects development empowerment; community connections). Multi-level modeling, regression, profile analysis used compare patterns association across three national samples....

The development of the interview guide is an integral aspect process conducting qualitative research, yet one that receives little attention in research literature. It often assumed guides are merely a list questions used to interview. background analysis and preparation necessary prepare appropriate effective cannot be dismissed, however, as they aspects process. current study on mental models Malaysian smallholder farmers employed in-depth interviews its primary approach data generation....

Developments in entrepreneurial leadership as a distinct area of both research and practice raised many questions about the personal competencies leaders that enable them to successfully lead endeavours. Although identifying entrepreneurs' specific capabilities has been one main focuses entrepreneurship researchers, our knowledge is limited required contexts. This qualitative study aimed explore undergraduate student four Malaysian universities. Fourteen were purposefully selected...

(1) Background: The closure of schools and the transition to online teaching because COVID-19 pandemic's restrictions have resulted in significant changes workplace. Consequently, several resilience strategies been implemented, chief among them focus on topic burnout coping abilities; (2) Purpose: Thus, this study investigates influence self-esteem, dispositional hope, mattering teacher resilience, how crisis self-efficacy gender differences mediate moderate relationships associated...

Positive youth development (PYD) has gained considerable traction among developmental scientists, but past studies were generally conducted samples from Minority World countries. This study investigated the factorial validity of newly developed 7Cs model PYD (competence, confidence, connection, character, caring, contribution, and creativity). Specifically, we compared four measurement models (one-factor, seven-factor, higher order, bifactor) emerging adults living in five Southeast Asian...

Despite several recent studies reporting on young people's well-being during COVID-19, few large-scale qualitative have been carried out that capture the experiences of people from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) undergoing extended social restrictions. The challenges faced by LMICs COVID-19 are likely to be amplified their countries' large populations, resource constraints, lack access health care, living conditions, socio-spatial contexts, pandemic's ramifications for communities....

This survey examines the association of ethnic-related diversity engagement with three interrelated dimensions intercultural sensitivity among students in a public university multi-ethnic, multi-religious student population. A total 447 respondents provided data for analysis. Using multivariate analysis variance (MANOVA), findings suggest that level is positively associated students' engagement, and relates differentially to interaction attentiveness, openness confidence sensitivity. In...

Empowerment is a process by which people and groups gain control over their lives environments. The emotional component of psychological empowerment has been assessed using measure sociopolitical control. Prior research measured as construct with two dimensions: (a) leadership competence (b) policy This study tested the factor structure Sociopolitical Control Scale for Youth (SPCS‐Y) in sample Malaysian secondary school students (n = 364; mean age 16) involved 3 afterschool programs....

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the effectiveness use spiritual intelligence into women academic leadership practices. study designed provide a clear understanding practices within In addition, will be an ideal for in environment, considering that more have opportunities hold positions higher learning institutions. Understanding unique skills and attributes could increase their confidence towards taking on future. This also greater clarification how when translated through...

Purpose The aim of the study was to identify factors associated with tertiary students' intention pursue agriculture-related careers. moderating effect gender and geographic location on predictive relationships also examined.Design/methodology/approach Quantitative data were collected from 488 students studying in five agricultural-based institutions higher learning Malaysia. Structural equation modeling (SEM) used analyze data.Findings Attitudes towards agriculture, perceived behavioral...