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 12(1), May 2026 In this Issue Bridging Policy and Practices: ESL Teachers’ Implementation of Classroom-Based Assessment in Malaysian Primary Schools.... Read More >> 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 11(2), November 2025 In this Issue Culture Shock Recalibration: An Autoethnographic Analysis of Afro-Asian Experience in a Digitally.... 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 >>

The Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to disseminating high-quality research using qualitative methods. Since 2019, MJQR is published two times a year - May & November. 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) . 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. 💼 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. 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.

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 2026 - 2028 Roles and Responsibilities Roles of Reviewer Read More Editorial_Page Editorial Board 2026 - 2028 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Khatijah Lim Abdullah, Sunway University, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7185-6004 MANAGING EDITORS Geetha Subramaniam, University of Wollongong Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7508-6166 Sa’adah Masrukin, Qualitative Research Association of Malaysia https://orcid.org/0009-0000-4343-275X ADVISORY BOARD John W. Creswell, University of Michigan, United States of America https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5006-880X SCOPUS ID: 9941300800 Judith Lathlean, University of Southampton, United Kingdom https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8851-9031 SCOPUS ID: 6603641218. 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 SCOPUS ID: 567204024008 Martin Christensen, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6820-020X SCOPUS ID: 56148336000 Pramilaa R. Chirayu, College of Nursing, Madhya Pradesh, India https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5268-4497 Sally Chan Wai Chi, President Tung Wah College, Hong Kong https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5484-4645 SCOPUS ID: 7404256351 Sarinah Low Wah Yun, University Malaya, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4409-1509 SCOPUS ID: 27167730500 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 SCOPUS ID: 53873899500 Xiaofei Shi, Soochow University, China https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6934-5427 SCOPUS ID: 57189323654 Helen Simons, University of Southampton, United Kingdom H.Simons@soton.ac.uk EXECUTIVE EDITORS Hidayah Mohd Fadzil, Universiti Malaya https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4565-7044 SCOPUS ID: 56256057000 Magiswary Dorasamy, Taylor’s University, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8651-1079 SCOPUS ID: 29367453400 Md. Shahrim Abd. Karim, Universiti Putra Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8244-7313 SCOPUS ID: 36170425500 Norul Hidayah Bt Mamat@Muhammad https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6694-3616 SCOPUS ID: 56141005700 Rohaida Mohd Saat, Universiti Malaya, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0428-7366 SCOPUS ID: 22953988700 Shazia Jamshed, International Medical University, Malaysia https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0773-0463 SCOPUS ID: 57222293036 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.

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 12(1), May 2026 < Back Current Issue MJQR Vol 12(1), May 2026 Table of Contents: Bridging Policy and Practices: ESL Teachers’ Implementation of Classroom-Based Assessment in Malaysian Primary Schools Anwar Farhan Bin Mohamad Marzaini, Shahazwan Mat Yusoff, Noraziah Mohd Amin & Nur Fatin Shahmina Mohd Fauzey Pg 4-21 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120102 Breast Cancer in Malaysia: From Faith to Fragmented Stories Through Franks’ Narrative Illness Framework Wan Hasliza Wan Mamat & Susi Lund Pg 22-32 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120102 Lived Experiences of Malaysian Parents Following Their Child’s Autism Diagnosis: A Qualitative Study in Klang Valley Sara Salah Elheneidy & Zhooriyati Sehu Mohamad Pg 33-45 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120103 Usability Evaluation of the Prophetic Hadith Practice Module in Islamic Counselling Tengku Zawani binti Tengku Zawawi, Shaaban Abdulhamed Refae Mohamed, Mohd Suhadi Mohamed Sidik, Nazihah binti Rusli & Mohamed Hamed Mohamed Said Pg 46-60 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120104 Generating Contextualised Stories with Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) for Inclusive Science Classrooms Yashi Goyal & Subhash Chander Pg 61-76 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120105 Preschool Teachers’ Experiences in Nurturing Children's Moral Development: Preliminary Insights Intan Diyana Md Kambali & Aishah Hanim Abd Karim Pg 77-93 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120106 Resonating the Success Stories of First-Generation University Students in Cebu, Philippines Roselyn T. Bustos Pg 94-108 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120107 How Parents Respond to Education Reform: A Typological Analysis of Thought, Emotion and Behaviour under China’s "Double Reduction” Policy Song Yufeng & Mohamad Reevany Bustami Pg 109-124 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120108 A Case Study of Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Thought and Practice in a Malaysian Medium-Sized Company Wong Teik Aun, Sim Choon Ling & Sin Kit Yeng Pg 125-142 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120109 How to Cope with Job Loss during a Public Health Crisis? Evidence from Malaysian Job Losers Ng Kuang Yong, Shamzaeffa Samsudin, Zalina Zainal & Raziah Md. Tahir Pg 143-158 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120110 Children's Preferences and Parental Agency on Food Purchases: An Interpretivist Study of Urban Poor in Flat Lembah Subang, Malaysia. Norzayana Yusof & Liew Huey Min Pg 159-174 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120111 Destigmatizing perceptions of people living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (PLHIV): A reflexive thematic analysis among pre-clinical medical students at a Malaysian public university Calvin C. Fernandez, John L. Oliffe, Patricia Zhu, Hong Wei-Han & Foong Chan Choong Pg 175-188 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120112 Maqasid al-shariah and interreligious nursing care: A qualitative study of Muslim–Buddhist clinical encounters in Malaysia Mohamad Firdaus Mohamad Ismail, Ferry Efendi, Siti Zuhaidah Shahadan & Mohd Bukhari Mohd Rosdi Pg 189-201 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120113 University Students’ Experiences of Nature, Spirituality and Psychological Well-being: A Qualitative Inquiry Noorlila Ahmad, Muhammad Alim Mesnan, Mohd Taufik Mohammad, Samsilah Roslan, Ezza Mad Baguri Pg 202-216 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120114 From Community to Policy: Contrasting Perceptions of Flood Causes and Responses in a Flood-Prone Area Mohd Azli Jailani, Hamidah Mat & Amiraa Ali Mansor Pg 217-232 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120115 Managing the Implementation of Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) in Malaysian Primary Science Classrooms: Teachers’ Knowledge, Practices, and Administrative Support Norida Norbi, Sharipah Ruzaina Syed Aris & Nabilah Abdullah Pg 233-255 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120116 Post-Separation Stress Factors among Women Survivors of Domestic Violence in China: A Qualitative Study Cui Yingying, Nur Saadah Binti Mohamad Aun, Mohd Suhaimi Bin Mohamad & Surendran A/L Rajaratnam Pg 256-268 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120117 Living Through A Toxic Workplace: A Qualitative Study on the Impact of Psychosocial Hazards on Employees’ Mental Health in Malaysia Mushera Ambaras Khan, Haniza Rais, Ida Madieha Abdul Ghani Azmi & Nora Mat Zin Pg 269-285 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120118 Exploring Students’ Perspectives on the Adoption of Mobile Learning in Science at the Teacher Education Institute Lok Wai Foong Pg 286-298 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120119 The Facets Model of Effects: Analysis on Lamborghini and Dove Real Beauty IMC Campaigns Jaslina Mohd Tajuddin, Aida Mokhtar Pg 299-309 https://doi.org/10.61211/mjqr120120 Previous Next

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.

MJQR Vol 5_1 < Back MJQR VOL. 5 (1), May 2019 Preface 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, and the qualitative “black box” tradition all contribute to a dearth of methodological guidance in such studies. The first article on: Lecturer, student and patient’s experience toward Simulated Patient programme, uses the Theory of Interpersonal Communication (Dainton and Zelly,2005) as an example to explain the utility of a theoretical framework in conceptualizing a study, making design decisions such as sampling and recruitment, collecting and analyzing data, and data interpretation. According to Chou, Tu and Huang (2013), story makes the implicit explicit, the hidden seen, the unformed formed, and the confusing clear. Our success as researchers, and the legacy of our work, depends not on our ability to analyze and number-crunch but on how we craft stories which resonate with our audience. It is only then that data becomes insight, becomes ideas, and becomes action. Thus, Yee presents a welcoming and timely paper on: The value of stories in qualitative interviews: Using narrative inquiry as a methodology. The paper offers an overview of the method of narrative inquiry and explores competing trends in the use of the approach. It not only examines the theories relating to the method but also advocate capitalizing on the stories participants tell during qualitative interviews. In so doing, this paper demonstrates the value of stories and narratives in facilitating the goal of research using qualitative interviews to gain considerable depths, and a contextual appreciation of the social phenomena under investigation. Thus, Yee presents a welcoming and timely paper on: The value of stories in qualitative interviews: Using narrative inquiry as a methodology. The paper offers an overview of the method of narrative inquiry and explores competing trends in the use of the approach. It not only examines the theories relating to the method but also advocate capitalizing on the stories participants tell during qualitative interviews. In so doing, this paper demonstrates the value of stories and narratives in facilitating the goal of research using qualitative interviews to gain considerable depths, and a contextual appreciation, of the social phenomena under investigation. In the third article by Low, I ask you to consider the entire research process as a reflexive exercise which provides answers to the question: 'What is going on in the methods?' I believe that if the research process is well sign-posted, the readers will be able to travel easily through the worlds of the participants and will find this paper a useful reference, particularly those interested in deploying the grounded theory approach in healthcare research. The final article by Nooriha adopts a qualitative research approach on the issue of car lease swap among the car lease dealers, car owners and third parties (buyers) in Malaysian context. This qualitative research enables the questions of how and why people used car leased swap mechanism to obtain their desired car. From the findings the author recommended further research should be conducted with relevant government agencies as well as other appropriate parties involved in investigating the issues of this car lease swap. We hope that these articles will provide you with further insight into the various qualitative research designs, its practices and outcome. More importantly we hope that MJQR is able to provide readings that can serve as useful reference and platform for sharing and discussing qualitative research. Khatijah Lim Abdullah EDITOR IN CHIEF 2019 ________________________________________________________ Chou, M.J., Tu,Y.C. & Huang, K.P. (2013). Confucianism and character education: a Chinese view. J Soc Sci, 9 (2) pp. 59-66 Dainton, M. & Zelly, E.D. (2005). Applying communication theory for professional life: a practical introduction. USA: SAGE. Table of Contents: MJQR_01-04 Editorial Board & Preface Lecturer, Student and Patient’s Experience Toward Simulated Patient Programme: “We All Play A Role” Goh Lay-Khim, Yee Bit-Lian Pg 5 - 16 The Value of Stories in Qualitative Interviews: Using Narrative Inquiry as a Methodology Jeffrey Yee Khong Loong Pg 17 - 27 A Study on Patient's Decision-Making Process in Deciding Treatment Strategies: An Illustration of Using Grounded Theory Approach Low Lee Lan, Tong Seng Fah, Low Wah Yun Pg 28 - 40 Car Lease Swap Business: Its Mechanism and Owner’s Choice in Malaysia Nooriha Abdullah, Mohd Faizol Rizal Mohd Rashid, Nurhafizah Norman @ Zakaria Pg 41 - 49 Becoming a Mother in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Khatijah Lim Abdullah Pg 50 - 63 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. 💼 Article Processing Charge (APC) Payment Thank you for your contribution to the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR). Authors whose manuscripts have been accepted for publication are kindly requested to proceed with the payment of the Article Processing Charge (APC) amounting to RM 1,000.00. This payment is required to support the editorial process, publication, and online hosting of your article, ensuring that MJQR continues to provide high-quality open access research to the academic community. 💳 Payment Instructions Kindly scroll to the “APC Payment for Accepted Papers” section and click the “Proceed to APC Payment” button to proceed with the payment. 📢 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. As we have received an overwhelming number of submissions for the MJQR – Vol. 12 (1), May 2026 issue, the article submission portal for this issue is now closed until further announcement. 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 Paper Thanks for submitting! APC Payment for Accepted Papers Please click the button below to proceed with the APC payment (RM 1,000.00) for your accepted paper in the Malaysian Journal of Qualitative Research (MJQR). Kindly send proof of payment to: qram.journal@gmail.com Proceed to APC Payment

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

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

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