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Cultivating Student Craftsmanship Through OD Interventions: A Case Study of the Student Union at Beijing Polytechnic
Get PDFThis research aims to determine whether the organization development interventions (ODI) helped cultivate student craftsmanship in the Student Union. Through the new job design of the Student Union, students enhanced their commitment to their work and became more conscientious. The researcher adopted quasi-experimental design by using qualitative and quantitative methods to conduct the BPI case study. Based on the pre-and post-test design, 24 students in the Student Union from College QC participated as the intervention object, while the 28 students of the control group were from College HK. The quantitative part included survey questionnaires in pre-test and post-test stages, while the qualitative method included interviews. First, the researcher applied the Shapiro–Wilk test and found that the data was non-parametric type. Next, the researcher applied the spearman Rank correlation, Wilcoxon signed rank, and Mann-Whitney U tests to test hypotheses based on none parametric situations. After the ODI, all hypotheses’ tests confirmed statistically significant improvement in work engagement, students’ career commitment, and conscientiousness. The qualitative findings also supported that students' career commitment and conscientiousness significantly improved. In conclusion, the findings showed that students’ career commitment and conscientiousness could be improved by enhancing students' work engagement
Systems Thinking Approach to Transform Individual's Mindset and Identity to Improve Innovation Performance and Organizational Engagement: An Action Research Study in MIN LONG Ceramic Art Museum in China
Get PDFThis study was aimed at the research of the organization development interventions on the individual's Open-mindedness (OM) and Identity (ID) to improve innovation performance (IP) and employee organization engagement (OE) in MIN LONG Ceramic Art Museum in China. The research sample consists of 4 leaders and 26 employees. The research methods were the questionnaire, semi-structured interview, and participatory observation. Quantitative data were collected to examine the change in OM, ID, IP, and OE levels. Qualitative data were collected to understand the result of organization development interventions on the employees. The researcher evaluated data with the Shapiro–Wilk test and found that data were not normally distributed. The Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test, Spearman rank Correlation Test, and Ordinal logistic regression analysis were utilized in this study as statistical tools to prove hypotheses. After the organization's development interventions, the collected data confirmed an improvement in the OM, ID, IP, and OE. Based on Qualitative findings, Employees' innovation performance and organizational involvement have improved significantly. However, the findings showed that innovation performance and organizational engagement could be improved by enhancing employees' open-mindedness and identity
A Correlational-Comparative Study of Self-Regulation in Learning Chinese as a Foreign Language and Chinese as a Foreign Language Academic Achievement of Grade 9 and Grade 10 Students in a Private School in Thailand
Get PDFThe study aimed to investigate whether there was a significant relationship between the self-regulation in learning Chinese as a foreign language and Chinese as a foreign language academic achievement. Besides, the purpose of the study was to compare if there was a significant difference of self-regulation in learning Chinese as foreign language between grade 9 and Grade 10 students in a private school in Samut Prakan, Thailand. This study involved 259 students enrolled in private schools for the 2021-2022 academic year. This research was designed as a comparative-correlational study. Two research instruments were employed to collect the data. The first was the Questionnaire of Self-Regulation in Learning Chinese as a Foreign Language, which was adapted from the Strategy Inventory for Language Learning(SILL) (Oxford,1989). Secondly, the summative assessments were used as a research instruments to measure the Chinese as foreign language learning academic achievement for Grade 9 and Grade 10 students. Descriptive statistics, means and standard deviations were employed to analyze the students’ self-regulation in learning Chinese as a foreign language and Chinses as a foreign language academic achievement. Pearson product moment correlation was used to find the relationship between the self-regulation in learning Chinese as a foreign language and Chinese as a foreign language academic achievement. A two-tailed independent sample t- test was employed to compare the difference between Grade 9 and Grade10 students’ self- regulation in learning Chinese as a foreign language. The results of the research showed that there was a significant relationship between self-regulation in learning Chinese as a foreign language and Chinese as a foreign language academic achievement. In addition, there was a significant difference of self-regulation in learning Chinese as a foreign language between Grade 9 and Grade 10 students. On the basis of findings, the researcher offered recommendations to teachers, students, school administrators and scholars
An Investigation into the Role of Packaging Design Elements on Perceived Value and Price Fairness: A Moderating Effect of Age
Get PDFPackaging design is a crucial tool for strengthening product competitiveness among both in-store and online marketing. Companies are paying attention to improving competitiveness by taking advantage of logos, colors, graphics, and appropriate textual messages on packaging, with an aim to raise their market share relative to other competitors. For tourism entrepreneurs, a well-designed package is a crucial part of the marketing strategy. This can help them to stand out in a crowded market, communicate their local product message, and increase the likelihood of tourists’ decisions to buy. The key purpose of this paper is to bridge a research gap in souvenir packaging design literature by investigating the causal relationships between the souvenir package design elements and perceived value, concerning price fairness and willingness to purchase food-related souvenirs. Data were gathered from a total of 402 respondents to investigate the causal relationships through Structural Equation Modeling analysis (SEM). The findings and implications may make valuable contributions for tourism entrepreneurs and souvenir packaging designers, in establishing the purchasing intentions of new and existing customers, and expanding the knowledge of visual package design theory in the souvenir industry
Closed-Loop Supply Chain Adoption and The Mediating Effect of Green Capabilities - Evidence from Malaysia
Get PDFThe concept of a closed-loop supply chain (CLSC) is concerned with the recovery of value from returned consumer products via resales. The rapidness of economic growth gives manufacturers no option but to shorten the product life cycle. Consequently, new versions following product upgrades happen too fast, increasing product returns in the form of End-of-Life (EOL) or End-of-Use returns. This issue has become crucial with a lack of processes for effectively handling product returns in Malaysia; thus, firms often use a third party, although this is considered improper by global standards. Therefore, this research aims to clarify the connection between Institutional Theory and the Natural Resource-Based View (NRBV) Theory in light of CLSC adoption in Malaysia. The findings highlight the role of government in overpowering competitors and customers in adopting a CLSC. The study’s limitations include presenting a formation of ideas that haven’t been previously linked in a research framework, setting the stage for more research in this area.
Strategic Responses for the Airline Business During the Covid-19 Pandemic: A Review of Past Crises
Get PDFThis research article proposes strategic responses for airline businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a documentary method to review published academic journals and grey literature available in the online public domain, documents related to strategic responses from past crises in the airline industry were gathered and examined using content analysis. Well-recognized management consultant publications, and interview clips from airline management were also reviewed to extract lessons learned for formulating strategic responses to the COVID-19 crisis. This study found that government support, technological adoption, passenger-based collaboration, and airline management strategies are keywords underlying airline businesses’ strategic responses to withstand COVID-19. Managerial implications for airline management and industry stakeholders are presented at the end of the article
Enhancing Online Learning with E-Guests: A Case Study of Postgraduate Design Students’ Behavioral Intention in Chongqing, China
Get PDFPurpose: This research examines the factors influencing postgraduate design students’ behavioral intention to invite e-guests for online instruction in Chongqing, China. The conceptual framework proposes causal relationships between self-efficacy, the perceived ease of use, perceived enjoyment, perceived usefulness, attitudes, social influence, and behavioral intention. Research design, data, and methodology: The researchers used quantitative methods and administered questionnaires to 485 target respondents. A sampling technique was implemented to collect data using judgmental, stratified random and convenience sampling. Prior to the data collection, content validity was reserved by index of item objective congruence (IOC) at a score of 0.6 or over. Pilot test of 30 samples was approved by Cronbach’s Alpha reliability test at a score of 0.7 and above. Confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modeling (SEM) were used to evaluate the model’s goodness of fit for the hypothesis testing. Results: The results show that all variables have significant effects in their pairing. Furthermore, social Influence has the strongest effect on behavioral intention. Therefore, all hypotheses are supported in this study. Conclusion: The administration of the education department at public universities is advised to enhance the use of e-guests for better efficiency in online learning and improve students’ critical thinking and participation
Book Review: The Sustainable Business Handbook: A Guide to Becoming More Innovative, Resilient, and Successful
Get PDFWe are living in an era where the global business terrain is increasingly shaped by environmental, social, and economic challenges. It is important not only to know about sustainable principles, but also to understand how to turn this knowledge into tangible action. The core objective of “The Sustainable Business Handbook: A Guide to Becoming More Innovative, Resilient, and Successful” is to offer practical knowledge and insights to business operators. This book offers comprehensive guidance for organizations and leaders to navigate the complex situations of sustainable business management, transforming challenges into opportunities for innovation and success. Several case studies from real world businesses are provided throughout the book. This book has earned noteworthy recognition, being shortlisted for Project Syndicate's Sustainability Book Award 2023, and further acclaimed as the winner of the Business Book Awards 2023 in the Change and Sustainability category. Remarkably, Project Syndicate is a renowned international media organization, widely acknowledged for its role in publishing and syndicating perceptive commentaries and analyses on a diverse array of global subjects (Project Syndicate, 2023)
Factors Influencing Behavioral Intention Towards MOOC Platform of Jingdezhen Vocational University of Art Students Majoring in Art and Design in Jiangxi Province, China
Get PDFThe objective of this investigation was to analyze the behavioral intention of students at the Jingdezhen Vocational University of Art who majoring in art and design majors to use the MOOC platform. It was carried out by the researchers using quantitative research techniques. Based on the Theory of Reason and Action (TRA), the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), and the Unified Theory of Technology Acceptance and Use (UTAUT), this study develops a conceptual framework. Seven potential variables were chosen to assess the validity of the research tool using project-goal consistency and passed the internal consistency test: self-efficacy, perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, attitude, performance expectancy, subjective norm, and behavioral intention. The reliability was evaluated by Cronbach α coefficient through the pilot test. In addition, the sampling strategy was multi-stage sampling. In the course of the study, a face-to-face questionnaire was distributed to 500 professional undergraduates majoring in art and design with MOOC platform experience at the School of Ceramic Art and Design and the School of Digital Art of Jingdezhen Art Vocational University. As statistical analysis tools, confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modeling were applied in this research to advance the influence on data, matrix accuracy, basic variables, hypothetical support, and path coefficients. The results revealed that all the hypotheses are suggested, and the subjective norm was the most influential factor that affected art and design majors' behavioral intention to use the MOOC platform
Drivers of Behavioral Intention to Adopt Hybrid Education of Undergraduates in Arts and Design's in Chengdu, China
Get PDFPurpose: The purpose of this study is to determine drivers of behavioral intention to use hybrid education of undergraduate students in Arts and Design in three universities in Chengdu, China. The conceptual framework contains perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, performance expectancy, self-efficacy, effort expectancy, social influence, and behavioral intention. Research design, data, and methods: The researchers applied a quantitative study of questionnaire distribution to 500 participants. Sampling techniques involve judgmental sampling, quota sampling and convenience sampling. Before the data collection, Item Objective Congruence (IOC) Index and Cronbach’s Alpha reliability test were ensured. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) and Structural Equation Model (SEM) are statistical methods used to measure goodness of fit, validity, reliability, and hypotheses testing. Results: Perceived ease of use has the strongest significant impact on both perceived usefulness and behavioral intention. Accordingly, behavioral intention is significantly impacted by self-efficacy, perceived usefulness, effort expectancy, performance expectance and social influence. Conclusion: All hypotheses are proven to meet this research objectives. Therefore, educators are recommended to maximize the effectiveness of hybrid teaching and learning, aiming to uplift students’ successful adoption and academic achievement