Journal of Action Qualitative & Mixed Methods Research

Experimental action research as the preferred methodology in social, behavioral, health and human sciences

2025-02-20T14:28:24+03:00

This editorial argues that experimental action research is more suitable than randomized controlled experimental research for social sciences, nursing, midwifery practice, behavioral, health and humanities. Drawing upon philosophical and methodological perspectives from Guba (1981), Lincoln and Guba (1985), Habermas (1987), Gunbayi and Sorm (2018), Whitehead and Schneider (2013), and Gunbayi (2020a, b), the paper critiques the positivist paradigm underlying randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and advocates for action research as a more contextually relevant, participatory, and ethically sound approach. The discussion is grounded in an analysis of mixed methods research, social paradigms, and knowledge-constitutive interests, supporting the claim that experimental action research better aligns with the complexities of human-centric disciplines.

Challenges faced by school administrators in school management

2024-12-23T12:08:46+03:00

This study aims to examine the challenges school administrators in Kepez district of Antalya face in their communication with teachers and the solutions they find to these challenges. The research was carried out in the Kepez district of Antalya and involved seven school principals. It is a qualitative study using phenomenological design and maximum variation sampling technique. The findings of the research indicate that school principals primarily focus on their legal responsibilities, strive to fulfill their managerial duties using available resources, and place importance on the structure based on tasks and responsibilities. While struggling with limited resources and bureaucratic obstacles, principals develop various strategies to establish effective communication with teachers and maintain their motivation. However, the research also reveals that the process of making the school climate contributing to to learning and teaching is not given sufficient importance or is overshadowed by other structural and material issues. This situation can negatively affect student achievement and teacher satisfaction. In conclusion, school administrators must continuously develop both their managerial skills and communication strategies to adapt to these significant transformations in education.

Education problems faced by parents of international students in Turkey

2025-03-04T11:24:29+03:00

This study aimed to identify the problems parents of foreign citizens in Turkey faced when receiving general education and to provide suggestions for their solution. This study used a qualitative research method, a holistic pattern of multiple states, and an easily accessible sample of states. The study's working group consisted of 10 parents of students aged 6 to 11 years old with foreign nationals in the 2020-2021 academic year in public schools in the provincial center of Antalya. The research data was collected using a semi-structured interview form and analyzed using descriptive and content analysis. As a result of the study, parents of foreign citizens expressed their opinions about the insufficient number of Turkish lessons, language problems, adaptation, problems of communication between parents and teachers, and problems of school management with parents. The proposals of foreign parents to solve the problems that arise during education first explain the preparation for the Turkish language for foreign students or its provision in October as an additional course.

An autoethnographic case for social entrepreneurship in sustainable tourism

2025-02-04T09:42:57+03:00

In this article, the author autoethnographically describes, discusses, and reflects on the process of becoming a professional in tourism based on her social entrepreneurial journey. Through the eyes of a woman social entrepreneur, she evaluates the experiences she has gained in her personal journey involving sustainable tourism practices within a sustainable life philosophy. On this basis, she tries to reveal what challenges and opportunities she faces in meeting the criteria for sustainable tourism and what is considered sustainable by local people, operators, and public institutions. His experiences during his social entrepreneurial journey will inspire those who wish to undertake similar endeavors and help them to be ready for similar challenges they will face.