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mjqr Previous Issues The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) archives emphasize the study and application of archival materials and special collections within qualitative research methodologies. Each issue explores diverse theories, enhancing scholarly insight. For hard copy orders, please get in touch with us at qram.journal@gmail.com . Vol 11(1), May 2025 In this Issue A Scoping Review of Spiritual Care: Insights from the Christian Family.... Read More >> Vol 10(1), May 2024 In this Issue Special Education Teachers’ Competency and Challenges in Teaching Children... Read More >> Vol 9 (1) May 2023 In this issue Understanding Student’s Malleable Reality: The Influence of Cognitive Dissonance on L2 Postgraduate Students’ Dissertation Writing... Read More >> Vol 8 (1) May 2022 In this issue Maqasid al-Shariah as a Complementary Framework for International Council of Nurses (ICN)... Read More >> VOL. 7 (2) November 2021 In this issue Visiting Halal Restaurants: The Perceptions of Non-Muslim Postgraduate Students in Malaysia’s Public University... Read More >> VOL. 6 (2), November 2020 In this issue Facilitating the Educator in Reading and Studying of Literature in English Using Netnography Kalai Vaani Rajandram .... Read More >> VOL. 5 (2), November 2019 In this issue The evolution of technology in the current Fourth Industrial Revolution has been accelerating in recent decades, with smaller, more interconnected hardware devices and software applications becoming the norm. The more we think about revolutionary... Read More >> VOL. 4, 2017 In this issue Qualitative research faces new opportunities in an increasingly complex and multi–dimensionalsocial world where the particularly qualitative strengths of understanding context, diversity, nuance and process might potentially be very highly valued... Read More >> VOL. 2, 2009 In this issue The 5th International Qualitative Research Convention has been successfully held from 7th to 9th December 2009. The Convention was successful in bringing four experts from the United States. United Kingdom and Australia who shared many... Read More >> Vol 10(2), November 2024 In this Issue Personal Expression and Digital Expertise: Exploring Malaysian Students... Read More >> Vol 9(2), November 2023 In this issue The Challenges While Conducting Ethnography Research among Minority Ethnicities in the Malaysian Context... Read More >> Vol 8 (2) November 2022 In this issue Exploring Teacher Efficacy Beliefs from The Perspectives and Experiences of Novice Malaysian Teachers... Read More >> MJQR Special Issue December 2021 In this issue It is with great pleasure to welcome you to MJQR special issue 2021. This special issue is a compilation of abstracts of papers presented... Read More >> VOL. 7 (1), May 2021 In this issue Self-oriented consumption: Exploring participation in wellness tourism as an identity marker among urban Indian women in the Klang Valley .... Read More >> VOL. 6 (1), May 2020 In this issue A Case Study of Private Higher Education Institutions in Conforming to the Malaysian Education Blueprint 2015-2025 (Higher Education)... Read More >> VOL. 5 (1), May 2019 In this issue Although there is a growing acceptance of qualitative studies, there is no widely accepted set of ideas in regard to the use of a theoretical framework to guide the inquiry. Lack of available conceptual maps provided by theoretical frameworks... Read More >> VOL. 3, 2015 In this issue A declaration of ontological and epistemological assumptions that ground and direct the research process, including sample selection, methodological choice and transferability of results, has become more and more important in the world of qualitative research... Read More >> VOL. 1, 2007 In this issue Qualitative research faces new opportunities in an increasingly complex and multidimensional social world where the particularly qualitative strengths of understanding context, diversity, nuance and process might potentially be very highly valued... Read More >>

MJQR Vol 11(2), November 2025 < Back Current Journal MJQR Vol 11(2), November 2025 Table of Contents: Culture Shock Recalibration: An Autoethnographic Analysis of Afro-Asian Experience in a Digitally Mediated Environment Abubakar Ahmed Pg 141 – 151 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110201 My Life at Malaysian Public University: Satisfaction and Challenges of International Learners Zaiton Osman, Phang Ing @ Grace, Izyanti Awang Razli Pg 152 – 162 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110202 Learning Through Experience: Exploring Malaysian Teachers’ Learning Cycle of English Language Classroom-based Assessment Malini Devi Paramesvaran, Lim Jia Wei, Madhyazhagan Ganesan Pg 163 - 176 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110203 The Perils and Pitfalls of Artificial Intelligence in Qualitative Interviews Norzaris Bin Abdul, Balvinder Kaur Kler, Siao Fui Wong Pg. 177 - 188 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110204 AI and Human Collaboration in Welcome Hotels by ITC: A Case Study on Achieving Industry 5.0 for Resilience and Sustainability Pritilata Acharya, Smita S. Mahapatra Pg. 189 - 202 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110205 The Impact of Health Crisis on Nurses’ Lives: A Qualitative Exploration Using Van Manen’s Lifeworld Chen Ai Ling Pg. 203 - 217 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110206 A Framework for Community-Based Adaptation to Floods in Semi-Arid Regions: Lessons from Ringim, Jigawa State Musa Mustapha Danraka, Sapura Bt Mohamad, Siti Nur Hannah Binti Ismail Pg. 218 - 236 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110207 Empowering Choices: A Review of Family Planning and Contraceptives Nor’ain A. Rashid, Jezreen Syaza Muhammad Rafi Ravi, Hamidah Othman, Nurul Akma Jamil, Auwalu Muhammed Pg. 237 - 265 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110208 Factors Influencing the Sustainability of Service Learning (SULAM) Projects: Insights from Malaysian University Lecturers Sharipah Ruzaina Syed Aris, Rafeah Wahi2, Zulinda Ayu Zulkipli, Ani Mazlina, Dewi Mohamed, Rosna Awang Hashim, Elianawati Pg. 266 - 293 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110209 Harmonising Face-to-face and Online Instruction in Hybrid Learning Ng Soo Boon, Gurnam Kaur Sidhu, Florence Kuek, Anna Phang Wai Leng Pg. 294 - 306 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110210 Previous Next

The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to disseminating high-quality research using qualitative methods. Call for Papers and Paper Submissions for the 2026 issue will resume in January 2026. MJQR Vol 12(1), May 2026 Publications Current Issue Previous Issues All articles published in the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0) . 💼 Article Processing Charge (APC) Notice Please be informed that starting from MJQR Vol. 12(1), May 2026 , an Article Processing Charge (APC) of RM 1,000.00 will be applied for each paper accepted and published in the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR). The APC is only applicable upon acceptance for publication from 2026 onwards. This APC helps cover the costs of editing, publishing, and online hosting, ensuring the journal continues to provide open access to high-quality qualitative research. 🔔 The APC is only applicable upon acceptance for publication from 2026 onwards. We appreciate your continued support and contribution to MJQR. The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is an open-access, online journal currently indexed with SCOPUS, MyCite, Crossref, Google Scholar, and EBESCO. The journal has a double-blind peer-review policy that focuses on methodological issues, innovations, and insights in qualitative or mixed-methods studies. MJQR is published twice a year in May and November. It is owned and published by the Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM). Authors must submit a Turnitin or any plagiarism checker report (the first page suffices) that shows a similarity index of 20% or less to be accepted for publication. MJQR prohibits any commercial use of articles published in this journal. We adhere to the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, which allows users to share, adapt, and redistribute responsibly by giving due credit to the original authors. Scope Qualitative Research Research employing qualitative methods across social, behavioural, health, and human sciences, aiming to enhance understanding of qualitative inquiry. Methodological Advancements Discussions on qualitative research methods, including data collection and analysis techniques, innovative theories, technological integrations, ethical considerations, and reporting practices. Mixed Methods Research Papers utilising mixed methods, with a strong emphasis on qualitative approaches. Study Design Innovations Reports on novel study designs and funded project proposals that utilise qualitative or mixed methods research, offering valuable insights to the global research community. Plagiarism & Artificial Intelligence (AI) Authors must submit a plagiarism report (e.g., Turnitin) with a similarity index of 15% or below. Any use of AI tools must be disclosed, critically reviewed for accuracy and originality, and used only to support analysis, writing, or editing. AI must not replace the researcher’s intellectual contribution. Indexing The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is an open-access, online journal currently indexed in SCOPUS, MyCite, Crossref, Google Scholar , and EBSCO . MJQR is a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal that focuses on methodological issues, innovations, and insights in qualitative or mixed methods studies. MJQR is published twice a year in May and November. It is owned and published by the Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM) . MJQR prohibits any commercial use of articles published in this journal.

The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research using qualitative methods. Indexing Read More Index_Page The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is an open-access, online journal currently indexed in SCOPUS, MyCite, Crossref, Google Scholar , and EBSCO . MJQR is a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal that focuses on methodological issues, innovations, and insights in qualitative or mixed methods studies. MJQR is published twice a year in May and November. It is owned and published by the Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM) . MJQR prohibits any commercial use of articles published in this journal.

The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research using qualitative methods. Publication Ethics Publication Ethics Plagiarism Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy Read More Publication_Page Publication Ethics The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research establishes rules for ethical practices and guidelines that authors, reviewers, and editors should understand and adhere to. Below are the practices and guidelines: 1. Research Ethics When submitting a manuscript on human subjects, the authors should have obtained approval from their respective research ethics committees and stated in their manuscripts. The authors should have ensured the research reported in their manuscripts has been carried out in an ethical manner. In the manuscript, the name of the research ethics committee, its respective organisation, and the approval number should be stated. If there is no ethical approval, the authors should be able to explain the reasons why they did not obtain ethical approval and how the research ethics were assured. 2. Declaration of Helsinki All research processes that are presented in the manuscripts must have been performed in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki. Authors who submit their manuscripts to the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research are considered to have agreed and complied with the Declaration of Helsinki. 3. Funding There should be a statement in the manuscripts in the Acknowledgment to indicate the funding sources. If there is no funding, a declaration should be made. 4. Conflict of Interest The authors should declare a conflict of interest (if any) when submitting their manuscripts. The reviewers (including editors) should declare a conflict of interest (if any) before agreeing to review the manuscripts. Unpublished materials disclosed in a submitted manuscript must not be used in an editor's own research without the express written consent of the author. 5. Publication Decisions The Editorial members of the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research are responsible for deciding which of the articles submitted to the journal should be published. The validation of the work in question and its importance to researchers and readers must always drive such decisions. The editors may be guided by the policies of the journal's editorial board and constrained by such legal requirements as shall then be in force regarding libel, copyright infringement and plagiarism. The editors may confer with other editors or reviewers in making this decision. 6. Data and Reproducibility The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research does not request the authors to store and make their research data available on an open-access platform. However, according to standard practice in their disciplines, the authors are encouraged to provide their research data upon reasonable requests from the readers and authorities. 7. Authorship and Contributorship In accordance with the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research encourages authors to adhere to the following authorship criteria. Authorship should be based on the following 4 criteria: Substantial contributions to the conception or design of the work; or the acquisition, analysis, or interpretation of data for the work; AND Drafting the work or reviewing it critically for important intellectual content; AND Final approval of the version to be published; AND Agreement to be accountable for all aspects of the work in ensuring that questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved. 8. Peer Review The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research is committed to the highest standards of peer review. After receiving a manuscript, an editor is assigned to assess the quality of the manuscript. If the manuscript is deemed suitable, it will be double-blind peer-reviewed by independent, anonymous experts. If the authors have submitted their manuscripts as preprints on an open-access platform, anonymity cannot be guaranteed. 9. Fair Play An editor at any time will evaluate manuscripts for their intellectual content without regard to race, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnic origin, citizenship, or ideology of the authors. 10. Confidentiality The editor and any editorial staff must not disclose any information about a submitted manuscript to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, potential reviewers, other editorial advisers, and the publisher, as appropriate. 11. Appeals and Complaints The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research follows the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines on appeals and complaints on manuscript reviews, revisions, rejections, and acceptance. The authors should write their genuine appeals and complaints on the editorial decision and present their arguments with evidence in response to the editorial decision to the Editor-in-Chief (qram.journal@gmail.com ). After receiving the appeal, the Editor-in-Chief will chair the investigation process and make appropriate decisions with selected editorial board members, who do not have prior relationships with the authors involved. The Editor-in-Chief may decide to reject or accept the manuscript, invite additional reviewers for the manuscript, or other decisions. All decisions on appeals and complaints are final. 12. Allegations of Misconduct Readers and authorities can report to the Editor-in-Chief (qram.journal@gmail.com ) allegations of misconduct on published articles – post-publication. The report should undergo real-name authentication, but the whistleblowers must not be revealed by the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research unless required by law. Editor-in-Chief will chair the investigation process and make appropriate decisions with selected editorial board members, who do not have prior relationships with the authors involved. The published articles may be retracted. The corresponding author of the manuscripts must be given an opportunity to provide explanations before any decision is made. Manuscripts that have been identified with misconduct will be rejected – pre-publication. The corresponding author of the manuscripts must be given an opportunity to provide explanations before any decision is made. 13. Retraction of a Published Article The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research can consider retracting a published article if there are serious concerns about scientific methods or the integrity of the article post-publication. The decision to retract a published article will be made in accordance with the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) guidelines. MJQR Editor-in-Chief will chair the investigation process and make appropriate decisions with selected editorial board members who do not have prior relationships with the authors involved. The journal will issue retractions if: There is clear evidence that the findings are unreliable, either as a result of misconduct (e.g. data fabrication) or honest error (e.g. miscalculation or experimental error); The findings have previously been published elsewhere without proper cross-referencing, permission, or justification (i.e. cases of redundant publication); It constitutes plagiarism, and it reports unethical research. The journal will issue errata if: A small portion of an otherwise reliable publication proves to be misleading (especially because of honest error); The author list is incorrect (i.e., a deserving author has been omitted, or somebody who does not meet authorship criteria has been included). * There is a failure to meet clear ethical and legal requirements, such as misrepresentation of interests, breach of confidentiality, lack of informed consent and abuse of research subjects or materials. Misconduct also includes improper dealing with infringements, such as attempts to cover up misconduct and reprisals on whistle-blowers. 14. Handling of Unethical Publishing Behaviour In cases of alleged or proven scientific misconduct, fraudulent publication or plagiarism, the publisher, in close collaboration with the editors, will take all appropriate measures to clarify the situation and to amend the article in question. This includes the prompt publication of an erratum, clarification or, in the most severe case, the retraction of the affected work. The publisher, together with the editors, shall take reasonable steps to identify and prevent the publication of papers where research misconduct has occurred and under no circumstances encourage such misconduct or knowingly allow such misconduct to take place. 15. Corrections on a Published Article The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research can consider the author’s request to make corrections to their published articles, upon written request made to the Editor-in-Chief (qram.journal@gmail.com ). The corrections must be genuine (i.e., typos), and do not have concerns about scientific methods or integrity of the article post-publication. 16. Discussions on a Published Article The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research allows academic debate post-publication. Readers may write to the Editor-in-Chief (qram.journal@gmail.com ) to discuss publishing letters to the editor. 17. Intellectual Property The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research is an open-access journal. The authors are responsible and should have sought written permission from the copyright owners to publish any copyrighted materials in their manuscripts. Plagiarism Publication Ethics Guidelines for the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) on Plagiarism Plagiarism Policy MJQR holds high standards for integrity and originality in research publications. Authors must ensure that all sources and references are appropriately cited and that originality is maintained in their submissions. MJQR defines plagiarism as the uncredited use of others' words, sentences, figures, or ideas in any part of a manuscript. The following practices are prohibited and considered unethical: Plagiarism : Reproducing text, figures, or concepts from other works without appropriate attribution is strictly forbidden. Authors are required to cite sources where they are used, limiting any reuse of text and ensuring any reused wording is either attributed or placed in quotation marks. Self-Plagiarism : Publishing multiple papers with nearly identical content from the same authors is not allowed. Authors must avoid submitting overlapping or repetitive content without substantial contributions of new insights or findings. Duplicate Submission : Submitting the same manuscript or findings to more than one journal simultaneously is unacceptable. MJQR expects exclusivity in submissions, and any violation may result in rejection. Plagiarism Report Submission Authors are required to provide a plagiarism report, generated from any reputable plagiarism detection software, alongside their manuscript submission to MJQR. Manuscripts with a similarity index of 15% or above will not be accepted and will be immediately rejected without further review. If a manuscript is found to have plagiarized content, either from published or unpublished works of other authors, the manuscript will be rejected, and the authors may face sanctions. MJQR is committed to fostering an ethical research environment and expects all authors to adhere strictly to these guidelines to uphold academic integrity. Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) permits using AI generative tools for research and manuscript development under strict ethical guidelines. Authors must disclose any AI-generated content and ensure the authors critically evaluate it for accuracy and originality. AI tools should only be used to assist in data analysis, writing, or editing and cannot replace the intellectual contribution of the researcher. Authors are fully responsible for the integrity and ethical compliance of their submissions. Any misuse of AI tools will result in manuscript rejection or retraction. 1. Authors are encouraged to consult the journal editor before submitting papers related to the use of AI in their paper submission. 2. AI should not be identified as authors since they cannot control copyright and licensing agreements or take accountability for the submitted paper. 3. Any use of generative AI tools in the paper must be explicitly acknowledged. The full name of the tool, together with its version number, must be stated. This declaration needs to be in the Methods or Acknowledgments section of the paper submitted. 4. Any plan to use an AI tool should ensure that the tool is reliable and suitable for the intended use and that the terms that apply to the tool offer adequate security, confidentiality, and intellectual property rights protections. 5. Currently, MJQR does not allow the production and editing of photos, figures, or original research data using generative AI. Any feature that is added, hidden, moved, eliminated, or added to an image or figure is referred to as "manipulation." 6. Any use of generative AI and AI-assisted technologies in research should always be done under human supervision and in full transparency. 7. Authors should not submit papers that use generative AI technologies in ways that take the place of their primary roles as researchers and authors. For example as: the creation of writing or code without thorough editing, the creation of synthetic data without a sound approach to replace missing data, or the creation of any erroneous information, including extra materials or abstracts. 8. The following AI applications are allowed: (i) Idea generation and idea exploration (ii) Language improvement and enhancement (iii) Interactive online search with LLM-enhanced search engines (iv) Literature classification (v) Coding assistance 9. Authors should not submit research works in which they have substituted key researcher and author duties with the usage of generative AI technologies, such as the creation of writing or code without thorough editing, the creation of synthetic data without a sound approach to replace missing data and the creation of any erroneous information, including extra materials or abstracts. 10. Examples of Generative AI tools currently accepted include ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini, Claude, NovelAI, Jasper AI, DALL-E, Midjourney, Runway, Quillbot, Grammarly, Jenny etc.

MJQR Vol_2007 < Back MJQR, VOL. 1, 2007 Preface We are proud to publish our first issue of the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR). We would like to thank all who have contributed to the publication of this first issue - especially our reviewers and contributors. The focus of this first issue is to share some insights and experiences of professionals and practitioners on two pertinent issues in qualitative research: the value of qualitative research and the ethics involved. In relation to that, a book review on the experiences of local researchers in the application of the qualitative research methodology is provided to give the Malaysian perspective. The first article, "Whose Data Is It Anyway? Ethics in Qualitative Research", discusses a critical and pertinent issue of ethics in data collection and ownership. Helen Simons proposes that co-ownership of data between the researcher and subject be considered. The second article, "Qualitative Research Endeavour: Negotiation Access and Ethical Dilemmas" by Mohd. Hasani Dali and Mohd Rosli Abdul Rahman shares the various ethical issues experienced in their fieldwork and the impact these issues had on their research design. In the third article, "An approach to phenomenological analysis of data," Khatijah Lim Abdullah discusses the application of van Manen's (1990 ) six research activities as a framework for her research approach and the rationale for using the heidegerrian-gadamerian phenomenological approach. The fourth article, "Quality in Qualitative Research and Reporting: A Consideration of Practitioner Research" by John Loughran, outlines the criteria of quality in qualitative research using teacher research as a case in point. He discusses the relevance of qualitative research in education and the different world views of research that shape the kind of resultant knowledge it presents to its audience. In the final article, "Using Software to Analyse Qualitative Data," Michael Jones explains the advantages of using NVivoTM, a software developed by QSR International Pry Ltd. (2002) to ease the analysis of qualitative data. We hope that these articles and the book review will provide you with an insight into qualitative research, its practices and outcomes. More importantly, we hope that MJQR is able to provide the platform for sharing and discussing qualitative research. The Editorial Board January 2007 Table of Contents: Download Full Journal Whose Data is it Anyway? Ethics in Qualitative Research Pg 6-18 Helen Simons Qualitative Research Endeavour: Negotiation Access and Ethical Dilemmas Pg 19-32 Mohd Hasani Dali, Mohd Rosli Abdul Rahman An Approach to Phenomenological Analysis of Data Pg 33-46 Khatijah Lim Quality in Qualitative Research and Reporting: A Consideration of Practitioner Research Pg 47-63 John Loughran Using Software to Analyse Qualitative Data Pg 64-77 Michael Jones Penyelidikan Kualitatif: Pengalaman Kerja Lapangan Kajian (Qualitative Research: Fieldwork Experiences) Marohaini Yusoff, Jayati Ray Previous Next

MJQR Vol 8_1 < Back MJQR Vol 8 (1) May 2022 Table of Contents: Maqasid al-Shariah as a Complementary Framework for International Council of Nurses (ICN) Code of Ethics for Nurses: Malaysian Context Mohamad Firdaus Mohamad Ismail, Siti Zuhaidah Shahadan, Tuan Sidek Tuan Muda, Muhammad Amin Ahmad Zaki & Salizar Mohamed Ludin pg 5 – 12 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080101 Practising hope with a client who speaks suicide Ling Sai Ang, Elmarie Kotzé, Kathie Crocket pg 13 -23 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080102 Reflections of Conducting Online Interviews During the Pandemic: Benefits, Challenges, and Practical Solutions Azrina Ely Ahmad Azhari, Jim Chai, Claire Anderson pg 24 - 31 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080103 Flood Knowledge Management by Multiple Stakeholders: An example from Malaysia Nurul Along, Iftekhar Ahmed & Jamie MacKee pg 32 – 44 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080104 Fieldwork Experiences of Interviewing Tourist Guides about the Meaning of Work During a Pandemic Yen Phin Ng, Bavinder Kaur Kler, Oscar Dousin pg 45 – 55 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080105 Knowledge Management and Low Operating Cost Indicator of Tax Administration Efficiency Umale Okoh, Muzainah Mansor, Marhaiza Ibrahim pg 56 - 68 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080106 Social Media Users’ Understanding of Fake News Detection and Validation Tools Wan Muhammad Zulhafizsyam, Nor Intan Saniah Sulaiman pg 69 – 82 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080107 Waqf as an Instrument to Attain Youth Empowerment for Sound Business Environment and Peaceful Coexistence in Kano, Nigeria Nura Abubakar Gwadabe & Asmak Ab Rahman pg 83 – 92 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080108 Exploring General Practitioners’ Motivation for Participating in Continuous Professional Development: A Malaysian Case Study Low Kien Yong, Foong Chan Choong pg 93 - 109 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080109 Interviewing in Qualitative Research Chong Su Li pg 110 – 116 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080110 Previous Next

MJQR Vol 2_2009 < Back MJQR VOL. 2, 2009 Preface The 5th International Qualitative Research Convention has been successfully held from 7th to 9th December 2009. The Convention was successful in bringing four experts from the United States. United Kingdom and Australia who shared many current issues in qualitative research. On that note, this second issue is happy to record and share the papers presented by there keynote speakers. We often come across final reports that merely skim the research surface that does not describe the experiences gained during the field studies. Often times too does the researcher not only use techniques that do not fir the rigor of qualitative research, the researcher himself failing to interpret the research well. Pat Bazely introduces strategies to enrich the analysis of qualitative data. The second article is, Honouring Context and Complexity in Mixed Methods Social Inquiry. The use of mixed methods is often seen as a middle path that a research will take to avoid criticism linked to 'incomplete field of study'. As such this method has become more popular with researchers. This then raises issues linked to the quality of the data coming from what is considered a 'quick fix' method. Jenifer Greene offers a few ways that can be given focus when using methods that combine qualitative and quantitative means - honouring the context and complexity of the study to provide "meaningfulness or how people make sense of their actions and interactions with others in particular times and places" (Greee 2007,p28). Another article of interest to how "practitioners have something unique and different to offer qualitative research". In qualitative research, the researcher is the main research instrument. Therefore, they play a very important role in determining the orientation as well as the quality of the data collected and reported. However, being "self-as-instrument" brings with too many issues regarding bias as well as the validity of data. Julienne Meyer and her friends share their experiences about processes, issues and challenges they faced when engaged in action research. In their paper, they suggested that practitioners use themselves in ways that are different from other qualitative researchers ...so that they can offer something unique and different to qualitative research. Based on two research studies, Green and Bowden add to the offering with their article that contrast pure and developmental phenomenographic research. In their article, you will get a step-by-step guide to plan and implement a developmental phenomenographic study. Often when we conduct qualitative research, we will undergo episodes or events that engage our emotions, thinking as well as our experience with regards to the experience of the participants that we are observing. However, in Qualitative Research reporting, we find it difficult to report issues that are linked to self even if these issues are those that we are researching. Caroline Ellis in her article presents autoethnographic stories from her life experience and research. She also discusses the issues that arise in doing intimate and caring ethnography. She also provides suggestions on ways to think and respond to the concern of including our vulnerable selves and connection to others in our report. This issue ends with a book review by Moses Samuels. A Case for a Case presents the author's experience in conducting a qualitative case study. In conclusion. We believe that this 2nd issue has managed to combine strong and interesting articles that will enhance our understanding and commitment towards qualitative research both from the theoretical as well as the operational aspects. The Editorial Board January 2009 Table of Contents: Download Full Journal Analysing Qualitative Data: More Than 'Identifying Themes' Pg 6-22 Pat Bazeley Honouring Context and Complexity in Mixed Methods Social Inquiry Pg 23-34 Jennifer C. Greene Doing Qualitative Research as a Practitioner: Processes' Issues and Challenges Pg 35-51 Julienne Meyer, Helen Noble, Cherry Kilbride, Cheryl Holman, Jackie Bridges Principles of Developmental Phenomenography Pg 52-70 Pam Green, John A Bowden Composing Emotional, Evocative and Literary Ethnography Pg 71-82 Carolyn Ellis A Case for a Case: A Qualitative Research Experience Pg 83-85 Mohd Sofi Ali Previous Next

MJQR Vol 6_1 < Back MJQR VOL. 6 (1), May 2020 Table of Contents: A Case Study of Private Higher Education Institutions in Conforming to the Malaysian Education Blueprint 2015-2025 (Higher Education) Teik Aun, Wong, Tze Chin, Ong, Su Fern, Tan & Jin Yao, Koay pg 5 - 17 Specialist Retention in Sabah: A Qualitative Study Lim Ming Yao, Teong Win Zee pg 18 - 28 Document Analysis on Literature of the Industry 4.0 Workforce Requirement Ilyana Janis, Aini Nazura Paimin, Maizam Alias pg 29 -43 Problem-Setting and Problem-Solving in Reflexive Dialogical Action Research Using Metaphors Christy P. Gomez pg 44 - 54 The Effectiveness of Word-of-mouth as a Marketing Tool in the Medical Tourism Industry in Malaysia: Challenges and the Way Forward Norzayana Yusof, Herwina Rosnan pg 55 - 67 Applying Phenomenology: Utilising 'Point of View' as Avenue to Reconcile Philosophy with Social Research Chong Su Li pg 68 - 75 Human Resource Management Practices and Innovation in Network Collaboration of SMEs Food Manufacturing Sector Hasmayarie Hisham, Siti Sarah Omar, Muazam Ali pg 76 - 86 Mind Mapping Technique to Facilitate Writing Performance Divinish, U., Vighnarajah pg 87 - 95 University’s Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Involvement of Students in Entrepreneurial Activities: A Case of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) Fauziah Miskam, Siti Sarah Omar, Haris Md Noor, Anim Zalina Azizan, Mohd Yussni Hashim, Norsaleha Ali, Khadijah Md Ariffin, Ahmed Saleh Ahmed Al-Shameri, and Fazian Hashim pg 96 - 106 Enriching Students’ Learning Experience and Classroom Enrichment Using Online Classroom Games Idaya Husna Mohd, Tuan Badrol Hisham Tuan Besar, Sharizan Sharkawi pg 107 - 116 Previous Next

Since 2019, MJQR is published two times a year - May & November. From 2007 to 2018, MJQR was published once every two years. Journal About the Journal Aims and Scope Current Issue Previous Issues Read More About the Journal The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) ISSN No-1823-8521 (eISSN No - 3009-0237) is a biannual publication of the Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM). Since 2019, MJQR has been published twice a year, in May and November. From 2007 to 2018, MJQR was published once every two years. MJQR is a double-blind, peer-reviewed, open-access journal that focuses on methodological issues, innovations, and insights in qualitative or mixed methods studies. Mixed method papers using both qualitative and quantitative research methods are accepted provided greater emphasis on qualitative methodology. MJQR is fully owned, published, funded and sponsored by QRAM. All articles and copyrights in MJQR belong to QRAM. MJQR is currently indexed with MyCite, MyJurnal, EBSCO and Crossref, and listed in Google Scholar. We are in the process of being indexed with other databases. Currently, there is no article processing charge (APC) for this publication. We accept papers that use qualitative research methodologies in health and human sciences, education, religious studies, communication, management, marketing, finances, accounting, and other related disciplines across the social, behavioural and human sciences. The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the dissemination of high-quality research using qualitative methods. Established with the goal of advancing the understanding and application of qualitative research across diverse fields, MJQR serves as a platform for scholars, practitioners, and researchers to share original insights and in-depth analyses that contribute to the development of knowledge. Our journal welcomes contributions from a wide array of disciplines including education, healthcare, social sciences, humanities, and business, focusing on the exploration of complex phenomena through qualitative approaches. We are committed to promoting rigorous methodological standards, innovative research designs, and the application of qualitative research in both academic and practical contexts. At MJQR, we believe in the power of narrative, lived experiences, and detailed case studies to provide a deeper understanding of human behaviour, culture, and societal changes. Our publications feature a broad spectrum of qualitative methodologies such as case studies, ethnography, grounded theory, phenomenology, narrative analysis, and participatory research. As an international journal with a Malaysian foundation, we aim to bridge the gap between local and global research perspectives, offering a space for cross-cultural dialogue and knowledge sharing. MJQR is published biannually and is committed to fostering an inclusive research community that values diversity and collaboration. We invite researchers, educators, and professionals to submit their work and engage with the growing community of qualitative researchers, contributing to impactful knowledge that shapes understanding and informs practice. About_Page Aims and Scope The MJQR journal is the only journal that focuses on qualitative research methods in Malaysia. It was established as a platform that invites national and international scholarship that has multi-disciplinary appeal, that debates and enlivens qualitative methods, and that pushes the boundaries of established ways of doing qualitative research. It is a space where ideas and understandings are exchanged to initiate methodological issues in qualitative research for reflection and debate. MJQR seeks empirical research studies from a variety of perspectives, including academics and practitioners in the fields of gender and women studies, family studies, social work, psychology, sociology, education, evaluation, religious studies, geography, communication, management, marketing, accounting, health science, and other related disciplines across the social, behavioural, and human sciences. THE AIMS OF MJQR: To promote and enhance the understanding of qualitative research and its applications. To serve as a platform for a forum on the fundamental topics of qualitative research, including matters of ethics. To facilitate the sharing of ideas and critical problems faced by qualitative researchers and practitioners. To provide an avenue for researchers and practitioners to exchange ideas on the practical applications of qualitative research. To serve as an outlet for sharing and dissemination of qualitative research work in Malaysia and outside Malaysia. To offer a critical and reflective gaze on methodological approaches, understandings and engagements in qualitative research. THE SCOPE OF MJQR: Research in the social, behavioural, health, and human sciences that employs qualitative research methods. Apart from the presentation of qualitative findings, these studies need to include aspects of their research that advance knowledge of the qualitative inquiry. Methodological issues that advance knowledge about qualitative research methods that span across the social, behavioural, health, and human sciences. The topics may include all aspects and stages of qualitative processes, the various techniques of data collection and analysis, innovative theories and techniques, the use of technology in qualitative research, ethics and qualitative reporting focusing on report writing, and the researcher’s experiences and roles during fieldwork. Mixed method papers are also published, provided greater emphasis is placed on qualitative methodology. Papers reporting study design innovations and funded-project proposals using qualitative or mixed methods research that is useful to the global research community. Publication Current Issue Previous Issues

MJQR Vol 8_2 < Back MJQR Vol 8 (2) November 2022 Table of Contents: Exploring Teacher Efficacy Beliefs from The Perspectives and Experiences of Novice Malaysian Teachers Aishah Hanim Abd Karim, Nurul Atiqah Mashudi pg 5-17 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080201 The Next Normal in Malaysia: Morphological Landscape in the Future of Work Komalata Manokaran, Ong Shyi Nian, Losni Manokaran pg 18-29 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080202 Exploring Ethical and Social Issues in Social Media Among University Students Muhammad Fadzrin Othman, Maslin Masrom, Nur Fadzilah Othman, Rasheed Mohamed Kutty, Hasniza Yahya, Wan Normeza Wan Zakaria pg 30-40 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080203 An Exploratory Study into the Aspects of Work-life Balance among Academics in Australian Universities Joanna Claire Miranda, Rezwana Karim Khan pg 41-52 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080204 Educational Values of Primary and Secondary School Principals: A Qualitative Study of the Text “My Educational Thoughts” Alan Deng, Yuguang Wang pg 53-62 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080205 Project Approach: Is It Feasible in Chinese Preschool? Wang Siyu, Ng Soo Boon pg 63-74 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080206 Being Beyond Brown: Colourism and Embracing Skin Colour among Young Adult Malaysian Indians Yuveisya Krishnamoorthi, Alexius Cheang Weng Onn pg 75-86 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080207 A Framework of Collective Transport Planning: Case Study of Local Districts in Kelantan, Malaysia Maria Mohd Ismail pg 87-95 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080208 A Qualitative Systematic Review of the Women’s Experience in Managing Post-partum Haemorrhage Sirajo Mohammed, Lee Khuan, Ruth Packiavathy Rajen Durai, Irmi Zarina Ismail, Saleh Ngaski Garba pg 96 – 107 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080209 An Adapted Q-Methodology and its Application in a Tourism Study on Online Destination Image Ke Zhang, Siao Fui Wong, Paulin Poh Lin Wong pg 108 – 122 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr080210 Previous Next

Since 2019, MJQR is published two times a year - May & November. From 2007 to 2018, MJQR was published once every two years. Editorial Editorial Board 2024 - 2026 Roles and Responsibilities Roles of Reviewer Read More Editorial_Page Editorial Board 2024 - 2026 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Khatijah Lim Abdullah, Sunway University, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7185-6004 MANAGING EDITORS Geetha Subramaniam, SEGI University, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7508-6166 Sa’adah Masrukin, Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia https://orcid.org/0009-0000-4343-275X EXECUTIVE EDITORS Balvinder Kaur Kler, Universiti Malaysia Sabah https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8219-1549 Scopus ID: 55078366500 Foong Chan Choong, University of Malaya https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4790-005X Scopus ID: 36992014500 Hidayah Mohd Fadzil, Universiti of Malaya https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4565-7044 Scopus ID: 56256057000 Md. Shahrim Abd. Karim, Universiti Putra Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8244-7313 Scopus ID: 36170425500 Ng Soo Boon, SEGI University, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3770-4872 ADVISORY BOARD Judith Lathlean, University of Southampton, United Kingdom https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8851-9031 John W. Creswell, University of Michigan, United States of America https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5006-880X Khadizah Haji Abdul Mumin, Universiti Brunei Darussalam, Brunei https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3474-5089 Scopus ID: 567204024008 Laly Joseph, Phillips School of Nursing, New York, United States of America https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7971-7685 Martin Christensen, Plymouth Marjon University, United Kingdom https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6820-020X Pramilaa R. Chirayu, College of Nursing, Madhya Pradesh, India https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7971-7685 Sally Chan Wai Chi, President Tung Wah College, Hong Kong https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5484-4645 Sarinah Low Wah Yun, University of Malaya, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4409-1509 Siti Salina Abdullah, University Malaysia Terengganu, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2872-847X Scopus ID: 572207366543 Siva Barathi (Sharl) Marimuthu, University of New England, Australia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6633-4204 Scopus ID: 57203877806 Violeta Lopez, University of Tasmania, Australia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8844-0331 Xiaofei Shi, Soochow University, China https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6934-5427 Scopus ID: 57189323654 Helen Simons, University of Southampton, United Kingdom TECHNICAL LANGUAGE EDITOR Sa’adah Masrukin, Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia https://orcid.org/0009-0000-4343-275X Roles and Responsibilities 1. Editor-in-Chief Vision and Strategy : Set the overall vision and editorial direction of the publication, ensuring alignment with the publication's goals and audience needs. Leadership : Provide leadership to the editorial team, including motivating and mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Content Oversight : Oversee all content published, ensuring it meets the publication's standards for quality, accuracy, and relevance. Decision-Making : Make final decisions on content, including accepting or rejecting submissions and resolving any disputes or controversies. Representation : Act as the face of the publication, representing it at events, conferences, and in the media. Engage with the readership and broader community to build the publication’s profile. 2. Editorial Board Member Review and Feedback : Review submissions and provide feedback on their quality, relevance, and fit for the publication. Offer constructive critiques to improve the quality of manuscripts. Special Projects : Lead or participate in special projects, such as themed issues or series, based on expertise and interest. Networking : Utilize professional networks to attract high-quality submissions and promote the publication within their field. Policy Development : Contribute to the development and implementation of editorial policies and guidelines. Ethical Oversight : Ensure adherence to ethical standards in publishing, such as issues of plagiarism, conflicts of interest, and publication ethics. 3. Managing Editor Operational Management : Oversee the day-to-day operations of the publication, including managing the editorial calendar, coordinating the workflow, and ensuring timely publication. Coordination : Coordinate with authors, editors, reviewers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and efficient handling of manuscripts. Quality Control : Ensure all content adheres to the publication’s style guide, editorial standards, and deadlines. Budget Management : Handle the financial aspects of the editorial process, including managing budgets, processing payments, and overseeing subscriptions. Logistics : Manage the logistics of the production process, from manuscript submission through to final publication. 4. Technical Language Editor Language and Style : Edit manuscripts for language accuracy, clarity, and style, ensuring they meet the publication’s language standards and are accessible to the target audience. Technical Accuracy : Verify the technical accuracy of terminology, data, and references used in the manuscripts, ensuring consistency and correctness. Proofreading : Conduct detailed proofreading of content to identify and correct typographical, grammatical, and punctuation errors. Formatting : Ensure manuscripts are formatted according to the publication’s guidelines, including proper citation styles and layout requirements. Collaboration : Work closely with authors and other editors to resolve any language or technical issues, providing clear and actionable feedback. Roles of Reviewer Reviewer Responsibilities 1. Peer reviewers should: (i) Only agree to review manuscripts for which they have the subject expertise required to carry out a proper assessment and which they can assess in a timely manner. (ii) Adhere to the timeframe given by the journal editor for completing the reviews. Requests for extension to review the manuscripts are at the discretion of the editor. (iii) Respect the confidentiality of peer review and not reveal any details of a manuscript or its review, during or after the peer-review process, beyond those that are released by the journal. (iv) Not use information obtained during the peer-review process for their own or any other person’s or organization’s advantage or to disadvantage or discredit others. (v) Declare all potential conflicting interests, seeking advice from the journal if they are unsure whether something constitutes a relevant interest, not allow their reviews to be influenced by the origins of a manuscript, by the nationality, religious or political beliefs, gender or other characteristics of the authors, or by commercial considerations. (vi) Notify MJQR of any conflicts of interest resulting from competitive, collaborative, or other relationships or connections with any of the authors, companies, or institutions connected to the papers. (vii) Be objective and constructive in their reviews, refraining from being hostile or inflammatory and from making libellous or derogatory personal comments. (viii) Evaluate manuscripts only for their intellectual content. (ix) Not discuss their views with others unless authorized by the editor(s). (x) Must bring to the editor's/editors' attention any information that may be a reason to reject the publication of a manuscript. (xi) Identify relevant published work that has not been cited by the authors. This includes any statement that an observation, derivation, or argument had been previously reported should be accompanied by the relevant citation. (xii) Alert the editor(s) of any substantial similarity or overlap between the manuscript under consideration and any other published paper of which they have personal knowledge. (xiii) Acknowledge that peer review is largely a reciprocal endeavour and undertake to carry out their fair share of reviewing and in a timely manner. (xiv) Provide journals with personal and professional information that is accurate and a true representation of their expertise. (xv) Be objective in their reviews and express their views clearly with supporting arguments and avoiding any personal criticisms. (xvi) Assists the editor(s) in the editorial decisions and through editorial communications with the author(s) in the improvement of the paper. (xvii) Recognise that impersonation of another individual during the review process is considered serious.