Fiero and Flow in Online Competitive Gaming

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 28-42
Author(s):  
Sharon Andrews ◽  
Robert E. Bradbury ◽  
Caroline M. Crawford
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Product Development ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Game Development ◽  
User Perceptions ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Perceived Intensity ◽  
Post Production

This paper explores the concept of fiero as it relates to online competitive gaming, resulting in a framework focused upon levels of fiero and flow, labeled as the gaming engagement framework. More specifically, the paper describes this framework and its supporting methods as can be applied to measure perceived intensity and engagement levels leading to fiero, and concentration and collaboration levels leading to flow, giving an overall prediction of the level of fiero and flow that a game is capable of eliciting. The use of both quantitative and qualitative data in support of the framework offers a mixed-methods approach towards discovery of both weak areas and strong areas of fiero and flow, along with a collection of literal user perceptions. This framework can be applied at the prototyping phase during game development as well as at incrementally advancing levels of product development through pre- and post-production.

scholarly journals Why Are Multinational Sales Declining in Pakistan? Evidence from the Tobacco Industry

2014 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 49-65
Author(s):  
Aliya Bushra ◽  
Nasra Wajiha
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Product Development ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Tobacco Industry ◽  
Multinational Companies ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Point Of Sale ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Brand Switching ◽  
Significant Factors

Pakistan’s multinational companies have strong potential for growth and represent a large and increasing number of consumers. Unfortunately, their sales have been affected by certain factors. This study identifies these factors using a mixed-methods approach and qualitative data collected through semi-structured interviews and focus groups. We administered 100 questionnaires among the employees of two large tobacco manufacturers. The results indicate that brand switching, product development, product mix, point of sale, competition, and price are significant factors that affect sales in the tobacco industry.

scholarly journals Who Are the Gentrifiers and How Do They Change Central City Neighbourhoods? Privatization, Commodification, and Gentrification in Bucharest

Geografie ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 120 (2) ◽  
pp. 113-133 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liviu Chelcea ◽  
Raluca Popescu ◽  
Darie Cristea
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Real Estate ◽  
Census Tract ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Central City ◽  
Field Trips ◽  
Anglo Saxon ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Data Field

Our understanding of gentrification outside of the Anglo-Saxon core is relatively undeveloped. In order to contribute to a more de-centered approach, we ask who are the gentrifiers and how do they change central city neighbourhoods in a post-socialist context? The answers are explored through a mixed-methods approach, using both quantitative and qualitative data: construction permits analysis, census tract data, field trips, and interviews with tenants, former owners, and real estate agents. Findings indicate that gentrifiers vary in nature. They include state tenants, former owners, marginal gentrifiers, political capitalists, and institutional investors. Through their actions, central neighbourhoods have gained younger, more educated, and smaller households. Beyond this case study, we emphasize the usefulness of rent gap theories, the need to study displaced households, and the potential of property rights to enrich theories of gentrification.

Who Creates Microtransactions : The Production Context of Video Game Monetization

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lies van Roessel ◽  
Jan Švelch
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Data Analysis ◽  
Frequency Analysis ◽  
Video Game ◽  
Job Descriptions ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Game Development ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Roles And Responsibilities

Despite a growing academic interest in in-game monetization, much less attention has been paid to the production context of microtransactions. With this chapter, we aim to address this gap by focusing on the roles and responsibilities related to video game monetization. We answer the titular question of this chapter using a mixed methods approach, combining semi-structured interviews, content analysis of job descriptions, and frequency analysis of in-game credits. Results suggest that monetization responsibilities are both being integrated into various existing roles, including game designers or product managers, but also spawn new dedicated roles of monetization specialists. Monetization as a game development task is closely related to data analysis and only inconsistently appears in in-game credits.

scholarly journals Healthy Weight Services in England before, during and after pregnancy: a mixed methods approach

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Frankie Fair ◽  
Katie Marvin-Dowle ◽  
Madelynne Arden ◽  
Hora Soltani
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Service Provision ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Healthy Weight ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
National Guidance

Abstract Background: Maternal overweight and obesity are associated with numerous adverse outcomes including higher rates of maternal and infant mortality and morbidity. Overweight and obesity before, during and after pregnancy are therefore a significant public health priority in England. This project explored and mapped healthy weight service availability at different stages of the childbearing cycle.Methods: A mixed methods approach included a questionnaire-based survey disseminated through Local Maternity Systems and semi-structured interviews or focus groups with providers and commissioners. Current maternal weight service provision was explored along with some of the barriers and facilitators for providing, delivering and accessing healthy weight services. Descriptive statistics were reported for quantitative data and content analysis was used for thematic reporting of qualitative data. Results: A total of 88 participants responded to the survey. All services were offered most frequently during pregnancy; with healthy eating and/or weight management services offered more often than physical activity services. Few services were targeted specifically at women with a raised body mass index. There was a high degree of inconsistency of service provision in different geographical areas. Several themes were identified from qualitative data including "equity and variation in service provision", "need for rigorous evaluation", "facilitators” to encourage better access or more effective service provision, including prioritisation, a change in focus and co-design of services, "barriers" encountered including financial and time obstacles, poor communication and insufficiently clear strategic national guidance and "the need for additional support”.Conclusions: There is a need to reduce geographical variation in services and the potential health inequalities that this may cause. Improving services for women with a raised body mass index as well as services which encourage physical activity require additional emphasis. There is a need for more robust evaluation of services to ensure they are fit for purpose. An urgent need for clear national guidance so that healthcare providers can more effectively assist mothers achieve a healthy weight gain was identified. Commissioners should consider implementing strategies to reduce the barriers of access identified such as childcare, transport, location and making services free at the point of use.

scholarly journals Celebrity Brand Fashion Collaborations In A Canadian Context

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacqueline Melindy
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Product Development ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Economic Power ◽  
Fashion Industry ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Canadian Context ◽  
Branded Product ◽  
Key Features

Celebrity branded collections are an interesting niche segment of the fashion industry and they have yet to be examined within a Canadian context. This research identifies factors that influence celebrity brand collaborations utilizing a mixed methods approach. Content analysis of merchandise featured on four websites of Canadian celebrities identified key features of celebrity branded product assortments. Interviews with a fashion broker and celebrity fashion editor unpacked the nuances of the design process. The evidence from this study suggests that the design process is negotiated, both the celebrity and the brand play vital roles in product development. The findings derived from the content analysis established the type of garments and accessories, fabrics, colours, patterns, motifs and slogans, logos, fit, sizes, and price points that are commonly used in celebrity fashion collections. Given the huge economic power of celebrity branded collections, this research outlines important practices for designers, product developers and celebrities.

scholarly journals Clustering Methods with Qualitative Data: a Mixed-Methods Approach for Prevention Research with Small Samples

2015 ◽  
Vol 16 (7) ◽  
pp. 1007-1016 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Henry ◽  
Allison B. Dymnicki ◽  
Nathaniel Mohatt ◽  
James Allen ◽  
James G. Kelly
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Small Samples ◽  
Prevention Research ◽  
Clustering Methods ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach

scholarly journals Celebrity Brand Fashion Collaborations In A Canadian Context

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacqueline Melindy
Keyword(s):  
Content Analysis ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Product Development ◽  
Design Process ◽  
Economic Power ◽  
Fashion Industry ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Canadian Context ◽  
Branded Product ◽  
Key Features

Celebrity branded collections are an interesting niche segment of the fashion industry and they have yet to be examined within a Canadian context. This research identifies factors that influence celebrity brand collaborations utilizing a mixed methods approach. Content analysis of merchandise featured on four websites of Canadian celebrities identified key features of celebrity branded product assortments. Interviews with a fashion broker and celebrity fashion editor unpacked the nuances of the design process. The evidence from this study suggests that the design process is negotiated, both the celebrity and the brand play vital roles in product development. The findings derived from the content analysis established the type of garments and accessories, fabrics, colours, patterns, motifs and slogans, logos, fit, sizes, and price points that are commonly used in celebrity fashion collections. Given the huge economic power of celebrity branded collections, this research outlines important practices for designers, product developers and celebrities.

Working With Business: Counselor Expectations, Actions, and Challenges

2017 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 135-145 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michele C. McDonnall
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Rehabilitation Counseling ◽  
Master's Programs ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Workforce Innovation ◽  
Almost All

Purpose:The purpose of this study was to (a) explore state-federal vocational rehabilitation (VR) agency expectations for counselor engagement with business, (b) determine what VR counselors are actually doing in terms of interacting with businesses, and © identify challenges VR counselors experience to working with business.Method:A mixed-methods approach, including both quantitative data from surveys and qualitative data from interviews, was used. Surveys were conducted with 47 VR agency administrators and 121 counselors, and interviews were conducted with 6 administrators and 19 counselors.Results:Almost all VR agencies had a clear expectation that counselors will engage with business, but the specific expectations varied by agency. Counselors spend approximately 20% of their time interacting with businesses, and most counselors reported providing one or more service to businesses on a regular basis. Challenges experienced by counselors were lack of time, lack of comfort, and lack of preparation to engage with business.Conclusion:Given the current expectations for business engagement and the increased importance of business engagement with the passage of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (2015), it is vital that rehabilitation counseling master’s programs increase their focus on working with business.

scholarly journals Speech-language therapists supporting foundation phase teachers with literacy and numeracy in a rural and township context

2010 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Maria Wium ◽  
Brenda Louw ◽  
Irma Eloff
Keyword(s):  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
National Curriculum ◽  
Effective Means ◽  
Selection Procedures ◽  
Homogeneous Groups ◽  
Mixed Methods Approach ◽  
Support Programme

Language is required for learning, but teachers often find it difficult to facilitate listening and language skills while they have to adapt to a new national curriculum with an outcomes-based approach for which they have not necessarily been adequately trained. A multi-faceted support programme was developed for foundation phase teachers to facilitate listening and language for literacy, with a particular focus on the language required for numeracy. The aim of the research was to determine the value of this particular support programme for foundation phase teachers in a semi-rural and township context. A mixed methods approach with a concurrent, equal status triangulation design was used, where qualitative data were transformed to quantitative data in order to be compared in a matrix. The results show that the participants benefited to varying degrees from the programme. The combination of workshops, practical and mentoring components proved to be an effective means of support. The results indicate a need for pre-training selection procedures as more effective support can be provided to homogeneous groups.

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