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MJQR Vol 11(1), May 2025 < Back MJQR Vol 11(1), May 2025 Table of Contents: A Scoping Review of Spiritual Care: Insights from the Christian Family in Palliative Settings Mohamad Firdaus Mohamad Ismail, Nur Fatieha Najwa Binti Sazali, Siti Zuhaidah Shahadan Pg 3 – 18 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110101 Rantau & Rindu: Insights into the Lived Experiences of Penang People Wong Teik Aun, Mohammad Reevany Bin Bustami Pg 19 – 30 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110102 Navigating Through Work Post-Pandemic - Experiences of Middle-Income Employees in Malaysia Alvi Khan, Risky Harisa Haslan, Hazel Melanie Ramos Pg 31 – 42 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110103 Needs Analysis of Professional Writing in the 21st Century Among Malaysian Tertiary Students Raganeswari Ramasamy, Hooi Chee Mei Pg 43 - 52 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110104 Through Malaysian Eyes: A Qualitative Study of Local Perspectives on Expatriate Adjustment in Malaysia Zachary Dorroh, Jamie N. Sanchez Pg 53 – 64 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110105 Understanding Gig Work in Paving Towards Gig Economy Sustainability: Insights from Platform-Based Companies Low Mei Peng, Brian Wong Kee Mun Pg 65 - 78 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110106 A Qualitative Study on External Resources and Post-Traumatic Growth in the Lived Experiences of Emerging Adults with Childhood Trauma in Klang Valley, Malaysia Fathima Asma Bahardeen, Low Yaw Dong, Serena In Pg 79 - 95 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110107 Navigating Hybrid Work in Malaysia: Cultural Adaptation and Technological Mediation Jens Thoemmes, Li Liu Pg 96 – 111 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110108 A Systematic Review on Exploring the Need for Spiritual Care in the Perioperative Phase among Patients Nor’ain Abdul Rashid Pg 112 - 127 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110109 Impacts of Coastal Land Reclamation and Sand Mining Activities: Perspectives from Coastal Fishing Communities and Ecotourism Providers Yue Fen Hoe, Azreen Rozainee Abdullah Pg 128 - 140 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr110110 Previous Next

MJQR Vol 7_2 < Back MJQR VOL. 7 (2) November 2021 Table of Contents: Visiting Halal Restaurants: The Perceptions of Non-Muslim Postgraduate Students in Malaysia’s Public University Amarul Arif Mohd Shuhaimi, Muhammad Shahrim Ab Karim pg 5 - 16 Counterfeit Products: The Role of Society in Educating Its Consumption Nurhidayah Rosely, Raja Nerina Raja Yusof, Haslinda Hashim pg 17 - 31 All-Embracing Nurture: Understanding the Child-Rearing Experience of Muslim Converts from Interracial Marriages in Malaysia Amira Jalilah Binti Roslan, Jasmine Puah Jia Min, Alexius Cheang Weng Onn pg 32 -44 The Inevitable Journey: Understanding the Conversion Process of Muslim Converts in Malaysia and How They Overcame the Challenges from Interracial Marriages Jasmine Puah Jia Min, Amira Jalilah Binti Roslan, Alexius Cheang Weng Onn pg 45 -58 Does Gender Matter? Leadership Styles of Women Entrepreneurs in Penang, Malaysia Wong Teik Aun, Dorthy Shaleni Paul pg 59 - 70 Improving knowledge management efficiency and tax administration performance through leadership styles and skills Umale Okoh, Muzianah Mansor, Marhaiza Ibrahim pg 70 - 84 Examining Post-Pandemic Behavioural Change in Managing Team Agility: A Study of Team Leaders in Multinational Corporations in Malaysia Cheah U-Meng, Dewi A. Sapuan pg 85 - 98 A Preliminary Analysis on Novice Science Teachers towards the Integration of Virtual Reality (VR) in Science Laboratory Nurshamshida Md Shamsudin, Melor Mohd Yunos, Sharipah Ruzaina Syed Aris pg 99 - 105 Maslow’s Theory of Needs, Human Behaviour, and COVID-19 Non-Compliance: A Conceivable Triad Manfred Mortell pg 106 - 119 The Role of Theory in Qualitative Research - From Metatheory to Local Theory Tong Seng Fah, Lee Khuan, Lim Pek Hong pg 120 - 130 Previous Next

MJQR Special Issue 2021 < Back MJQR Special Issue December 2021 It is with great pleasure to welcome you to MJQR special issue 2021. This special issue is a compilation of abstracts of papers presented from the 10th International Qualitative Research Conference 2021 with the theme: “Humanness & Technology for Qualitative Research: New Approaches in New Times” held virtually from 20th to 23rd October 2021 by the Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM). The response was overwhelming, and a large number of requests to present and participate were received from both academia and industry, from which the Scientific Committee selected 51 papers. These were presented over a two-day period in October 2021. Table of Contents: USING ATLAS.ti WEB FOR COLLABORATING QUALITATIVE REFLECTIONS OF CONDUCTING ONLINE INTERVIEWS: BENEFITS, CHALLENGES, AND PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS Ani Munirah Mohamad, Yusmarizza Md Isa @ Yusuff, Ahmad Shamsul Abd Aziz, Nor Azlina Mohd Nor pg 11 REFLECTIONS OF CONDUCTING ONLINE INTERVIEWS: BENEFITS, CHALLENGES, AND PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS Azrina Ely Ahmad Azhari, Jim Chai, Claire Anderson pg 12 THE ETHNIC MISMATCH IN MENTOR-MENTEE PAIRING AND ITS IMPACT ON THEIR ENGAGEMENT: A QUALITATIVE STUDY Bharathi Sengodan, P.K. Rajesh, Remya Vallathol, Parthiban Govindarajoo pg 13 EXAMINING POST-PANDEMIC BEHAVIOURAL CHANGE IN MANAGING TEAM AGILITY: A STUDY OF LEADERS IN MULTI-NATIONAL CORPORATIONS IN MALAYSIA Cheah U-Meng & Dewi A. Sapuan pg 14 DOUBLE-TRACKING IN QUALITATIVE RESEARCH: CONFRONTING AND THEORIZING DATA COLLECTION CHALLENGES IN LITERACY AND LANGUAGE EDUCATION IN NEW TIMES Chong Su Li, Raihana Abu Hasan, Le Ha Van pg 15 DEVELOPING A FENGSHUI- BASED STRATEGIC DECISION-MAKING A MODEL FOR MALAYSIA'S PROPERTY INDUSTRY Chua Caik Leng pg 16 USING ONLINE FOCUS GROUP INTERVIEWS VIA WHATSAPP TO IDENTIFY LITERACY NEEDS AND RELIGIOUS COPING OF REFUGEES Dini Farhana Baharudin, Hazlina Abdullah, Suraini Mohd. Ali pg 17 THE PERKS AND DRAWBACKS OF E-MAIL INTERVIEW Faizah Mohd Fakhruddin & Fadilah Zaini pg 18 USING REFLECTIVE-CASE-BASED LEARNING TO EXPLORE PERSONAL SELF Hadijah Jaffri pg 19 A STUDY OF RESEARCHER’S LEARNING EXPERIENCE IN CONDUCTING QUALITATIVE INQUIRY OF ADOLESCENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS ON THEIR SOCIAL EXPERIENCE IN MAINSTREAM CLASSROOM: CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Hasrul Hosshan pg 20-21 CHALLENGES AND FACILITATORS OF DIETARY DIABETES PREVENTION INTERVENTION FOR MALAYSIAN WOMEN WITH GESTATIONAL DIABETES: A QUALITATIVE STUDY Irmi Zarina Ismail, Nur Hafizah Mohamad Sobri, Madeleine Benton, Anisah Baharom, Faezah Hassan, Angus Forbes, Siew Mooi Ching, Hanifatiyah Ali, Kimberly Goldsmith, Helen Murphy, Nicola Guess, Barakatun Nisak Mohd Yusof, Nurul Iftida Basri, Mazatulfazura Sf Salim, Iklil Iman Mohd Sa’id, Boon How Chew, Khalida Ismail and Iliatha Papachristou Nadal On behalf of the MYGODDESS Project Team pg 22-23 FACTORS INFLUENCING THE RISE OF ONLINE NEWSPAPERS IN NORTHWESTERN NIGERIA Isyaku Hassan, Usman Ibrahim Abubakar, Qaribu Yahaya Nasidi, Mohd Nazri Latiff Azmi, Abubakar Shehu pg 24 A STUDY ON THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TRAINING NEEDS ANALYSIS (TNA) IN SELECTED MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN JOHOR BAHRU DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Jayakumar s/o Raj, Balakrishnan Muniapan pg 25 WATCHING OUT FOR BLIND SPOTS: TOWARDS A BALANCED CONCEPTION OF SPIRITUAL WELL-BEING IN MANAGEMENT RESEARCH AND PRACTICE Jeffrey Yee Khong Loong pg 26 AN INVESTIGATIVE OF PERSONAL FITNESS TRAINERS’ TRAINING STRATEGIES IN PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTING FITNESS PROGRAMMING Jesslyn Oi-Bozeman pg 27 THE GROUNDED THEORY APPROACH: EXPERIENCE FROM A COVID-19 STUDY Kalvina Chelladorai, Low Lee Lan, Nurul Iman Jamalul-lail, Tan Yui Ping, Tong Seng Fah pg 28 AN ANALYSIS OF THE EXISTING CHALLENGES IN THE INDIAN NEWS MEDIA-MILITARY RELATIONSHIP FROM INDIAN NEWS MEDIA PERSPECTIVE: A GROUNDED THEORY STUDY Kriti Singh pg 29 BUSINESS MODEL TRANSFORMATION DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC: A CASE OF ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE DEALERS Kua Ee Ven, Dewi A. Sapuan pg 30 A POST-PANDEMIC PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY OF MANAGER’S RESPONSE TO PSYCHOLOGICAL STRESS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY Leong Yee Nam, Kap, Dewi A. Sapuan pg 31 INDUCTIVE CONTENT ANALYSIS ON THE LIVE REEF FOOD FISH TRADE (LRFFT) IN TUN MUSTAPHA PARK (TMP), SABAH: KEY STAKEHOLDERS INTERACTIONS AND TRADE OPERATIONS Mithoo-Singh P.K., Manjaji-Matsumoto B.M., Sulehan J. pg 32 STUDENTS’ VIEW ON STEM LESSONS: ANALYZING THE NEEDS TO DESIGN INTEGRATED STEM INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES THROUGH SCIENTIST-TEACHER-STUDENTS PARTNERSHIP (STSP) Mohamad Hisyam Ismail, Hidayah Mohd Fadzil, Rohaida Mohd Saat, Muhamad Furkan Mat Salleh pg 33 THE MOVEMENT OF TRADITIONAL MALAY KUIH IN MERSING TOWARDS VIABILITY OF MALAYSIA’S HERITAGE FOOD: A PILOT STUDY Mohd Yusof Kamaruzaman, Shahrim Ab Karim, Farah Adibah Che Ishak, Mohd Mursyid Ashad pg 34 THEMATIC ANALYSIS USING EXCEL FOR ANALYSING ETHICAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES IN SOCIAL MEDIA Muhammad Fadzrin Othman, Maslin Masrom, Nik Hasnaa Nik Mahmood, Hasniza Yahya, Wan Normeza Wan Zakaria, Juliana Jaafar, Nor Raihana Mohd Ali, Aslinda Hassan pg 35 “IT IS NOT EASY TO BE A HOUSEWIFE, MOTHER, STUDENT AND TEACHER AT THE SAME TIME”: STORIES OF STRUGGLES AMONG MALAYSIAN FEMALE TEACHERS AS POSTGRADUATE STUDENTS DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Narina A. Samah pg 36 A STUDY ON LIVED CHANGES EXPERIENCES AMONG TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY (TBI) SURVIVORS IN MALAYSIA Nor’ain Abdul Rashid, Lee Khuan, Anisah Baharom, Mohd Mursyid Arshad pg 37 UNIVERSITY WEBSITES: THE WINDOW INTO THE FUTURE SOJOURN FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Noor Saazai Mat Saad, Sarifah Nurhanum Syed Sahuri, Raudhah Nurdin Muhammad pg 38 EXPLORING THE DEVELOPMENT OF A CLOTHING PROTOTYPE TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE AMONG WOMEN AFFECTED BY BREAST CANCER Norazean Miswat pg 39 WHAT ARE MALAYSIAN ORAL CANCER PATIENTS’ HEALTH-SEEKING BEHAVIOUR THAT RESULTS IN DELAYED PRESENTATION AT CLINICS? Nurizyani Azhar, Jennifer Geraldine Doss pg 40 THE EXPERIENCE OF DONOR AND RECIPIENT MOTHERS IN MILK SHARING VIA LOCAL BREASTFEEDING AND BREASTMILK DONATION COMMUNITIES ON FACEBOOK Nurul Akma Jamil, Lee Khuan, Cheong Ai Theng, Siti Mariam Muda pg 41 USING META-SYNTHESIS IN A NARRATIVE REVIEW: LESSONS AND REFLECTIONS Nur Faraheen Abdul Rahman, Nathan Davies, Sophie Park pg 42 EXPLORING THE CHALLENGES, FACILITATORS, AND NEEDS OF DIETICIANS IN DELIVERING DIABETES PREVENTION INTERVENTIONS TO WOMEN WITH GESTATIONAL DIABETES MELLITUS ON MALAYSIAN HEALTHCARE Nur Hafizah Mahamad Sobri, Irmi Zarina Ismail, Iliatha Papachristou Nadal, Angus Forbes, Nicola Guess, Barakatun Nisak Mohd Yusof Choiriyatul Azmiyaty, Iklil Iman Mohd Sa’id, Boon How Chew, Khalida Ismail On behalf of the MY GODDESS Project Team pg 43-44 PUBLIC PERCEPTION ON HEALTH SYSTEMS’ RESPONSE TOWARDS THE EARLY PHASE COVID-19 Nur Zahirah Balqis-Ali, Munirah Ismail, Rui Ji Ng, Faeiz Syezri Adzmin Jaaffar, Fun Weng Hong, Lee Lan Low pg 45 EXPLORING THE ACCEPTANCE OF ONLINE LEARNING BY UNIVERSITY UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS Nyankson Christabel Kukuwa, Kalei Joethi Sahadevan, Joanna Claire Miranda pg 46 A QUALITATIVE BEHAVIORAL STUDY EXPLORING USER ADOPTION OF SECURITY MEASURES IN MALAYSIA FOR MOBILE DEVICES Prasad Krishnapillai, Dewi A. Sapuan pg 47 POTENTIAL TECHNOLOGY-SUPPORTED STRATEGIES TO INCREASE PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IN ADOLESCENTS WITH OVERWEIGHT AND OBESITY: A QUALITATIVE STUDY USING THE THEORETICAL DOMAINS FRAMEWORK AND COM-B MODEL Puteri Shanaz Jahn Kassim, Noor Azimah Muhammad, Cecilia A. Essau, Sherina Mohd Sidik, Shamsul Azhar Shah pg 48-49 INTEGRATING CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) WITH HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (HRM) PRACTICES: A PROPOSED FRAMEWORK FOR SMALL-MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (SMEs) IN MALAYSIA Salasiah Maerat, Siti Sarah Omar, and Mohd Asmadi Mohd Angsor pg 50 INQUIRY-BASED TEACHING OF FRACTIONS AMONG PRIMARY MATHEMATICS SCHOOL TEACHERS Salmiah Md Salleh, Suzieleez Syreen Abdul Rahim pg 51 RECIPES AS TOOLS OF DOCUMENT ANALYSIS TO COMPREHEND THE CHARACTERISTICS OF TRADITIONAL FOOD S Ibrahim, Ab. Karim, M.S., SE, Krauss., R Karim pg 52 AFTER BREAST CANCER TREATMENT: WOMEN’S PERSPECTIVE ON THEIR INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIP Shveta a/p Jayaraman pg 53 AN EXPLORATION OF THE EXPERIENCES OF FIRST-BIRTH WOMEN IN EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING: A QUALITATIVE STUDY Sirajo Mohammed, Lee Khuan, Irmi Zarina Binti Ismail, Ruth Packiavathy Rajen Durai, Saleh Ngaski Garba pg 54 TEACHERS’ BELIEFS TOWARDS TEACHING KINEMATICS OF LINEAR MOTION Siti Alifah Syed Jalal, Suzieleez Syrene Abdul Rahim pg 55 POSITIVITY DURING THE GLOBAL PANDEMIC AMONG MALAYSIANS COVID-19 FRONTLINERS: A PILOT STUDY Syasyila, K., Lim L. Gin, & Zhooriyati, S. M. pg 56 EXPLORING THE CHALLENGES IN ROUTINE HEALTHCARE DATA COLLECTION IN PRIMARY CARE SETTINGS: ORAL HEALTHCARE PERSONNEL Syirahaniza Mohd Salleh, Mohd Zulkarnain Sinor, Mohd Zarawi Mat Nor, Badariah Tambi Chek pg 57 HOW DO PARENTS INTERACT WITH INFORMATION RELATED TO THEIR CHILD’S CANCER: A QUALITATIVE STUDY Tan Chai-Eng, Doris Lau Sie Chong, Zarina Abdul Latiff, The Kok Hoi, Lee Chee Chan, Sherina Mohd Sidik pg 58 AN EXPLORATORY STUDY ON WORKPLACE INCLUSION STRATEGY FOR THE UNTAPPED LABOUR POOL OF EX-OFFENDERS Teh Beng Soo, Dewi A. Sapuan pg 59 ARE THEY TELLING THE TRUTH? COGNITIVE DISSONANCE IN IN-DEPTH INTERVIEW OF A MULTIPLE-CASE STUDY Wan Safuraa Wan Osman, Fatiha Senom, Shanina Sharatol Ahmad Shah pg 60 USE OF HUMOUR AS A COPING STRATEGY IN THE WORKPLACE DURING A PANDEMIC: A MALAYSIAN CONTEXT Wong Seow Chee, Dewi A. Sapuan pg 61 STRATEGIC FORESIGHT FOR MICRO-ENTREPRENEURSHIP GROWTH: A STUDY ON EMPOWERING MARGINALISED WOMEN IN PENANG Yusnidar Abd. Rahman, Dewi A. Sapuan pg 62 MUSLIM PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE: A PRELIMINARY STUDY Yuzana Binti Mohd Yusop, Zakirah Binti Ahmad Nawi, Harmy Mohamed Yusoff pg 63 THE EXPECTATIONS AND ACCEPTABILITY OF A SMART NURSING HOME MODEL AMONG CHINESE OLDER PEOPLE AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS: A QUALITATIVE STUDY Zhao Yuanyuan, Fakhrul Zaman Rokhani, Shariff-Ghazali Sazlina, Jing Su, Chew Boon How pg 64-65 DEFINING THE CONCEPT OF A SMART NURSING HOME AND ITS POTENTIAL TECHNOLOGY UTILITIES THAT INTEGRATE MEDICAL SERVICES AND ARE ACCEPTABLE TO STAKEHOLDERS: A SCOPING REVIEW Zhao Yuanyuan, Fakhrul Zaman Rokhani, Shariff-Ghazali Sazlina, Navin Kumar, Devaraj, Jing Su, Chew Boon How pg 66-67 Previous Next

MJQR Vol 9_1 < Back MJQR Vol 9 (1) May 2023 Table of Contents: Correction to Chia et al (2023) Understanding Student’s Malleable Reality: The Influence of Cognitive Dissonance on L2 Postgraduate Students’ Dissertation Writing Wan Safuraa Wan Osman, Fatiha Senom, Shanina Sharatol Ahmad Shah pg 5 - 16 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090101 A Semantic Analysis of Blends in Promotional Advertisements During the 2021 Chinese New Year in Malaysia Komalata Manokaran, Ong Shyi Nian pg 17 - 36 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090102 The Influence of Positivity on the Meaning of Life among Malaysian Frontliners during the Global COVID-19 Pandemic Kalaivanan Syasyila, Lim L.Gin, Zhooriyati S.M. pg 37 - 48 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090103 Reflections on Doing Narrative Inquiry Research: From the Lens of Interpretive Paradigm Nasrin Pervin, Mahani Mokhtar pg 49 - 61 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090104 Production Protocols in the Current Practice of Instilling Traditional Values in Malay Kuih Mohd Yusof Kamaruzaman, Shahrim Ab. Karim, Farah Adibah Che Ishak, Mohd Mursyid Arshad pg 62 - 75 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090105 The Significance of Intellectual Property Literacy Among Malaysian Creative Industry Practitioners Siti Fariza Binti Mohamad Isa, Megat Al-Imran Bin Yasin, Zahira Binti Mohd. Ishan, Siti Aishah Binti Hj. Mohammad Razi pg 76 - 86 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090106 8. Students’ Perception Towards Teaching Practices Among Lecturers With Professional Engineer Certification: A Qualitative Approach Nurul Asmak Md Lazim, Rini Asnida Abdullah, Sharifah Hafizah Syed Ariffin, Siti Asmah Hassan, Hadijah Jaffri, Mohamad Hidayat Jamal, Siti Norafida Jusoh and Narina A. Samah pg 87 - 98 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090107 “It’s still Possible” – Teachers’ Voice Towards Inclusive Preschool Education in Maldives Nazmeela Ibrahim, Pang Jee Ching* pg 99 - 108 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090108 Cultivating Students Learning Motivation Through Mathematics Lessons in a Lower Primary School of Seychelles Priscilla Rita Payet, Ng Soo Boon pg 109 - 118 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090109 Grounded Theory Approach in University Leadership Succession Planning Model Development: From the Methodological Perspective Chi-Kuan, Chia, Ahmad Zabidi Bin Abdul Razak, Simin Ghavifekr pg 119-136 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090110 Previous Next

Malaysian JourThe 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.nal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) Contact Us The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is dedicated to fostering excellence in qualitative research across diverse fields, encouraging insightful scholarly contributions that advance qualitative methodologies. Our team is committed to supporting authors, reviewers, and readers throughout their research journey, from initial inquiries to publication. We invite you to reach out if you have questions about submitting papers, need guidance on our resources, or seek support with any aspect of the publication process. Please find our contact information below, and our team will be pleased to assist you. Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM), Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) c/o Dekan, Fakulti Pendidikan, Universiti Malaya, Lembah Pantai 50603, Kuala Lumpur. qram.journal@gmail.com +6013 431 0043 (WhatsApp Message Only) Contact Us First name* Last name* Email* Subject Type your message here... Email Send Now

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. Awards Best Paper Award Read More Awards_Page Best Paper Award MJQR Best Paper Award The MJQR Best Paper Award is an esteemed recognition by the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) designed to motivate authors to contribute high-quality research to our journal. This award celebrates exemplary research that advances knowledge in qualitative research and reflects MJQR’s commitment to academic excellence. Award Criteria Best Papers are selected based on the following criteria: Originality – Papers should offer new insights or approaches within the field of qualitative research, adding meaningful contributions to existing knowledge. Robustness of Methodology – The research design and methods should be thoroughly detailed, showcasing rigor and appropriateness for the research questions. Quality of Analysis and Discussion – Papers should present a clear, in-depth analysis with insightful discussion, effectively interpreting findings in the context of the study’s objectives and broader implications. Impact and Implication – The study should have relevance and applicability, providing implications for practice, policy, or future research in qualitative methodologies. Language and Writing Style – Submissions should demonstrate clarity, coherence, and professionalism in language, adhering to the high standards of academic writing. The MJQR Best Paper Award is an annual accolade that encourages authors to submit their finest work, contributing to the journal’s overall impact and academic standing. This award will be presented at the biennial International Qualitative Research Conference (IQRC) . Best Paper Award 2023 Dr. Wan Safuraa Binti Wan Osman from Universiti Malaysia Perlis (UniMAP) has been awarded the MJQR Best Paper Award 2023/2024 by the Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia (QRAM) and the MJQR editorial team. Her paper, “Understanding Students’ Malleable Reality: The Influence of Cognitive Dissonance on L2 Postgraduate Students’ Dissertation Writing,” published in the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR), Volume 9(1), May 2023, was recognised for its strong use of qualitative methodology and its significant contribution to the research field. The award was presented at the International Qualitative Research Conference (IQRC) 2025, where Dr. Safuraa received an NVivo software license worth RM3,000 and a certificate of excellence. Best Paper Award 2022 The Best Paper Award, presented during IQRC 2023, was won by Dr Maria Mohd Ismail, from the Faculty of Business and Economics, University Malaya for her paper published in MJQR Vol 8(2), November 2022 entitled “A Framework of Collective Transport Planning: Case Study of Local Districts in Kelantan, Malaysia”. She received an NVivo software worth RM3000 (courtesy of Statswork, Malaysia) and a certificate for the award. MJQR Best Paper Awards was presented during the International Qualitative Research Conference (IQRC) 2023. Best Paper Award 2021 Dr Jim Chai from the University of Nottingham has worked as a hospital clinical pharmacist and a community pharmacist before taking up a lectureship. His PhD research was on ‘Patients’ Lived Experience of Using Insulin Treatment for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Management. He is currently an assistant professor within the Division of Social Research in Health and Medicine at the School of Pharmacy, the University of Nottingham Malaysia campus. His main research and teaching interests are public health, health literacy, patients’ experiences of taking medicines, research methodology, and education advancement. MJQR Best Paper Awards was presented during the International Qualitative Research Conference (IQRC) 2021. Outstanding Reviewer Award 2020 Best Reviewer Award 2020 The ‘MJQR Outstanding Reviewer Award’ is an initiative by MJQR to acknowledge and recognize reviewers who have provided exemplary assistance in verifying authors’ research work through critical engagement before the publication of an article. Outstanding Reviewers are those who provide timely, quality, and constructive feedback to authors who have submitted manuscripts to MJQR. One Outstanding Reviewer will be selected from each MJQR issue and will be awarded the MJQR Outstanding Reviewer Award 2020 during the International Qualitative Research Conference 2021 (IQRC 2021) in October 2021. Manfred Mortell (PhD) is currently an Assistant Professor, at the University of the Bahamas, Nassau, Bahamas. He was previously attached as an Associate Professor at the Department of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Kuching Malaysia, and earlier at King Fahad Hospital, Nursing Services, Centre of Nursing Education. King Abdul Aziz Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. His most recent publication [Nova Publishing NY, June 2020] is a book, titled, "A Theory for Patient Advocacy: An Islamic Nursing Model". His most current project [YouTube, August 2020], concerns online education, titled “Dr Manny YouTube Learnshops”. He has also published numerous articles in various journals, including the British Journal of Nursing, Journal of the Saudi Heart Association, International Journal of African Nursing Sciences, Malaysian Journal of Nursing, Singapore Nursing Journal, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, and many more. He has been reviewing papers submitted for publication in MJQR since 2018 and has diligently been prompt and comprehensive in his review.

MJQR Vol 3_2015 < Back MJQR VOL. 3, 2015 Preface 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. In line with Guba and Lincoln, we believe that methodological questions are secondary to questions of paradigm i.e. the basic belief system and view of the world that guide researchers in a fundamental way. It was with this thought that the Qualitative Research Association Malaysia (QRAM) in November 2013, convened the 7th International Qualitative Research Conference in Shah Alam, Malaysia with thetheme : Doing It Right : From Theory to Publication. One of the aims of the conference was to encourage researchers to reflect on and consider these ontological and epistemological assumptions which consciously or unconsciously have directed their ways of doing research besides serving as a platform for researchers to present interesting, and original qualitative research papers. The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) was first published in 2007. This being the third issue, QRAM has the pleasure of presenting two such contributions from the conference. Julie presents a thoughtful reflection on the issue that really hits the heart of scholarship and the role of theory in qualitative research using a simple three-question approach. The importance of critical, analytical and creative thinking within qualitative research are highlighted. How the performativity and governmentality theory are used to examine the qualitative research that are shaped in the 21st century is well articulated in her paper entitled: Shaping PhD Researchers: Fearless Intellectuals or Managed Employees? Currently, mixed methods research is attracting increasing interest among researchers. In response to this trend, this issue include a study that is qualitative driven mixed method design as we believe this will provide another dimension to ‘a mixed methods way of thinking’ that is ‘open, seeking richer,better understanding of important facets of the phenomena’. This initiative is part of a continuing dialogue about how an integration of qualitative and quantitative inquiry can be reported in response to questions arising inductively. The article on ‘Making Sense of Mixed Method Design in Health Research: Reconciliation of the Findings in a Study of the Doctors’ Decision Making Process in Engaging Male Patients in Health Checks’ illustrate how the qualitative findings from a grounded theory approach complement the findings from the qualitative survey thus providinga more complete picture of the doctors’ decision making process when engaging male patients in their health checks. With this paper Seng Fah has given us that very epistemological key with which we can open into the deep secret of how to understand the individualistic nature of qualitative approach and normative nature ofquantitative approach. As researchers we want to find out what we cannot see with our eyes and what is not observed directly e.g. people’s thoughts or feelings inspecific situation or what different phenomena mean to them. Thus in qualitative research, interviewing is the dominating way of collecting data. Unfortunately, much interviewing is done rather badly without coming close to VOL III, NO I, 2015 5 informants’ inner thoughts. This is a big concern as good analysis are only predicted by good data. Based on her doctoral study on ‘Science Students’ Self-Generated Analogical Reasoning of the Concept of Translation in Protein Synthesis’ Maria shares her journey in how she planned and implemented qualitative interviews. The importance of establishing rapport and being prepared is highlighted. In addition, how she managed the interviewing session is detailed and useful advice is included in her paper. The need to practice many times was emphasised in order to perfect the art of interviewing. Soon Boon’s article, ‘Conception of Thoughtful Teaching by Four Master Teachers in Malaysia’ explores how teachers teaching the Revised Secondary Science Curriculum (RSSC) implement the curriculum using case study design. The outcome of the study revealed that each of the participants has their own distinct characteristics and strategies of teaching. Major principles in RSSC were adhered to but not the prescriptive model provided by the Department of Education. The study demonstrated a need to realise and acknowledge that teachers’ personal characteristic plays a part in deciding how to teach and in determining the effectiveness of their teaching. The expansive field of qualitative research, offers an exciting possibility to generate meaningful knowledgefrom individuals’ experience and to illuminate the basic social process that explained events on a deeper level as illustrated by the above articles. There are still many interesting research questions waiting for exploration in - depth by interested and competent qualitative scholar. One of the aims of the journal is to strengthen the awareness and impact of qualitative research and its conduct. It is not an easy job owing to the domination of paradigm that favours numbers. Nevertheless, who says that it must be easy? Researchers are extraordinary well educated people and know how to work hard. We must continue to gain insights into the ontology, epistemology and methodology of qualitative research works. Although the journal is still a new journal to many researchers within the country and around the world, we hope that together, the authors, editors, readers, reviewers and editorial board members will influence colleagues and researchers the world over to send manuscripts to the journal. We also hope that the contents of this third issue of the MJQRhas provided readings thatis worth considering and has contribute to methodological awareness. We would like to thank all the reviewers for their excellent work and the authors for their contribution. We expect that MJQR will soon be indexed with SCOPUS, which will provide a higher platform for the authors and the readers, with a comprehensive overview of the most recent developments in qualitative research. The Editorial Board 2015 Table of Contents: Download Full Journal Editorial Board & Preface Pg 01-05 Shaping PhD Researchers: Fearless Intellectuals or Managed Employees? Pg 06-22 Julie White Making Sense of Mixed Method Design in Health Research: Reconciliation of the Findings in a Study of the Doctors’ Decision-Making Process in Engaging Male Patients in Health Checks Pg 23-32 Seng Fah Tong, Wah Yun Low Planning and Implementing Qualitative Interviewing to Extract Students’ Analogical Reasoning Pg 32-43 Maria Salih Conception of Thoughtful Teaching by Four Master Teachers in Malaysia Pg 44-59 Ng Soo Boon Previous Next

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MJQR Vol 10 < Back MJQR Vol 10 (1), May 2024 Table of Contents: Special Education Teachers’ Competency and Challenges in Teaching Children with Intellectual Disabilities: Narratives from Afghanistan Samia Arjumandi, Narina A. Samah, Hadijah Jaffri Pg 5-15 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100101 Exploring the Usage of #Kerajaan Gagal by Twitter Users During COVID-19 Nurul Ayuni Mohd Nuzulrudin, Ireena Nasiha Ibnu, Yasmin Yaccob Pg 16-26 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100102 Needs Analysis of Developing Writing Module on Technology Platform in Improving Tertiary Students’ Writing Abilities Raganeswari Ramasamy, Mariam Mohamad, Mageswaran Sanmugam, Hooi Chee Mei Pg 27-38 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100103 Intragenerational Social Mobility and Migration Among Malaysian Professionals During the Post-Pandemic Era Faizah Mohd Fakhruddin, Fadilah Zaini Pg 39-52 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100104 Toys for Friends (TFF): A Community Service Learning (CSL) to Cultivate Social Responsibility among Primary School Students Nurhidayah Mohd Sharif, ‘Atiqah Shaharuddin, Azura Sirri, Nur Shamsinar Ramli Pg 53-63 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100105 The Understanding and Perceptions of PeKa B40 Health Service: A Qualitative Study in Felda Lubuk Merbau Abdul Hadi Mohd Zuki, Mohamad Rodi Isa, Leny Suzana Suddin Pg 64-75 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100106 Analysis of Sources and Channels of Disinformation Reported by Electronic Newspapers in Malaysia Isyaku Hassan, Mohd Nazri Latiff Azmi Pg 76-84 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100107 Parental Guidance on Children's Use of Gadgets for Learning Purpose: A Systematic Review Xinyi Wang, Cong Liu, Mohd Nazri Bin Abdul Rahman, Mohd Shahril Nizam Shaharom Pg 85-100 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100108 Orthographic and Phonological Integration of Malay Words of the Pantun in the Dondang Sayang Ong Shyi Nian, Komalata Manokaran Pg 101-118 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100109 Spiritual Care in Palliative Settings: A Scoping Review of Caregivers’ Perspectives in Selected Islamic Countries Mohamad Firdaus Ismail, Siti Norkhadijah Binti Sharel, Siti Zuhaidah Shahadan Pg 119-125 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr100110 Previous Next

MJQR Vol 7_1 < Back MJQR VOL. 7 (1), May 2021 Table of Contents: Self-oriented consumption: Exploring participation in wellness tourism as an identity marker among urban Indian women in the Klang Valley Sally Anne Param pg 5 - 14 Institutional Types in Malaysian Medical Tourism Ecosystem Norzayana Yusof, Herwina Rosnan pg 15 - 30 A Content Analysis of Islam-related News Coverage in Selected Malaysian Online Newspaper Isyaku Hassan, Mohd Nazri Latiff Azmi pg 31 - 39 Explorative Research on Health Literacy and Self-care Management in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Azrina Ely Ahmad Azhari, Jim Chai, Claire Anderson pg 40 - 52 Life After Death: Healing After Sudden Loss of Loved Ones Nur Izzati Saring, Lee Ping, Chen pg 53 - 69 The Overview of Occupational Radiation Monitoring Management: Challenging Issues and Future Improvements Siti Farizwana Mohd Ridzwan, Marzuki Isahak, S. Elvarasi Selvarajah, Hamzaini Abdul Hamid pg 70 - 81 Entrepreneurial innovativeness and its influence on SMEs growth and development in Nigeria Bulugbe, Oluwasegun Tosin, Bulugbe, Oluwaseyi Kayode, Omoera, Charles I pg 82 - 94 Online Interview Tools for Qualitative Data Collection during COVID-19 Pandemic: Review of Web Conferencing Platforms' Functionality Chia Chi-Kuan, Simin Ghavifekr, Ahmad Zabidi Abdul Razak pg 95 - 106 Digital Literacy in Malaysia: A Systematic Literature Review on Methodological Approaches Md Hafizi Ahsan, Nurjeehan Ayub, Nur Shahirah Azman pg 107 - 125 Challenges in Virtual Data Collection Chong Su Li, Ng Soo Boon pg 126 - 132 Previous Next

MJQR Vol 9_2 < Back MJQR Vol 9 (2), November 2023 Table of Contents: The Challenges While Conducting Ethnography Research among Minority Ethnicities in the Malaysian Context Komalata Manokaran, Ong Shyi Nian Pg 137-149 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090201 Documenting Methodological Procedures in a Qualitative Pilot Study: Exploring the Journey of Women Reaching Leadership Positions in Academia Joanna Claire Miranda, Kalei Joethi Sahadevan, Qurat-ul Ain, Rezwana Karim Khan Pg 150-158 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090202 Measuring Performance Using Balance Scorecard and SWOT Analysis: A Case Study of Multinational Electricity Company in Malaysia Faridah Jaafar Pg 159-171 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090203 Influence of Social Media Platform Trends on Academic Management and Leadership in Higher Education Institutions: A Systematic Review Nurul Asmak Md Lazim, Sharifah Hafizah Syed Ariffin Pg 172-182 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090204 Exploring the Challenges in Following Nutrition Recommendations Among Malaysians with Early Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Muhamad Hishamudin Mohmad Hasim, Christopher Thiam Seong Lim, Yin Sze Lim, Shi-Hui Cheng Pg 183-193 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090205 Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools for Diabetes Care: Protocol for Exploring Patient Attitude and Perspective Maslin Masrom, Logeswary A/P Krisnan, Yazriwati Yahya, Manimaran Krishnan Kaundan Pg 194-202 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090206 Exploring the Impact of Flow Experience on College Students' Sense of Acquisition in Ideological and Political Theory Courses Cao Chunqiu, Noryati Binti Alias, Zhang Yuran Pg 203-213 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090207 Cultivating the Professional Resilience in University Academics During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis Steffi Tan Shih May, Rosinah Mahmood, Bhavani Veasuvalingam, Muhamad Saiful Bahri Yusoff Pg 214-223 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090208 The Experience of Overcoming School Bullying Among Young Adults in Malaysia Agus Alysha Nadia Binti Agosmustaram, Alexius Cheang Weng Onn Pg 224-239 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090209 RETRACTION NOTE The Relationship Between Confucianism and Materialism with Environmentalism Awareness Among Tionghoa Tin Miners in the Bangka-Belitung (Retracted) Mansurni Abadi Pg 240-253 DOI: https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr090210 Previous Next

Since 2019, MJQR is published two times a year - May & November. From 2007 to 2018, MJQR was published once every two years. Online Submission Call for Paper Read More Call for Paper Thank you for considering the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) as a platform for your valuable research contributions. We are committed to fostering excellence in qualitative research and appreciate your submission. Upon receipt, our editorial team will initiate the review process, and you will receive timely updates on your submission status via email. Stay tuned for upcoming calls for papers, which offer further opportunities to showcase your work. For any inquiries or support, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at qram.journal@gmail.com . Thank you again, and we look forward to the impact your research will bring. 📢 Call for Papers: MJQR Vol. 12(1), May 2026 We are now accepting manuscript submissions for the upcoming issue: MJQR Vol. 12(1), May 2026. Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit original qualitative research articles, reviews, and relevant scholarly contributions. ❗ Papers: MJQR Vol. 12(1), May 2026 We are now acce pting manuscript submissions for the upcoming issue, MJQR Vol. 12(1), May 2026, beginning January 2026 . Researchers and practitioners are invited to submit original qualitative research articles, review papers, and other relevant scholarly contributions. 09submission_Page Paper Online Submission Title First Name Email Instituition / Affiliation / Organisation Last Name Phone Number Please submit three files: 1. Submission Article (Manuscript) 2. Plagiarism Report 3. Cover letter Upload File Upload file: Submission Article (Manuscript) Upload File Upload file: Plagiarism Report Upload File Upload file: Cover letter Submit Your Paper "Thank you for submitting your paper to MJQR. We will have it reviewed by the reviewers once the Checklist for Author Submission is completed."