While the term is often used in the public discourse, comfort zone is still a problematic/difficult concept. We are often told to leave the comfort zone without being given an explanation of what the zone is. So, what's comfort zone? This diagram visualizes the concept clearly, providing indicators we can use for measuring the zone(s).... Continue Reading →
Log on -or- log in?
You might find the two phrases confusing. So, here are a brief explanation about the two phrases and sample sentences. In nontechnical sense, 'Log on' means visiting (without using a username and password) while 'log in' means signing in with a username and password (or- sign in). Sample sentences: The user can log on to a website operated... Continue Reading →
Regret
Why worry about the past if you have the present and future days. Regret is a word of the future. It is meant to change your future, not to trap you in a static vacuum box - your past. If you regret something, just change it. Make decisions. Regret is a reminder. It reminds you... Continue Reading →
Action Research
What makes action research different from other types of investigation? Action research is flexible. It is uniquely suited to exploring and supporting change. It is the integration of an exploratory action and social research aimed at promoting development. The results of action research are both theoretical and practical
Ontological and Epistemological Stances
Why disclosing our ontological and epistemological stances? Research should begin with ontological and epistemological assumptions which become the foundation of the inquiry (Guba & Lincoln, 2004; Hesse-Bibber & Leavy, 2004; Creswell, 2013, 2014). Because our assumptions affect the research process, it is necessary for researchers to be aware of their philosophical assumptions, and to disclose their ontological and... Continue Reading →