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- Analysis of research ideas: combining metaphors for researchPublication . Morais, Ricardo; Martins, Carlos; Kansikas, JuhaThis paper presents a framework – idea puzzle – for scientific analysis of research ideas. Analysis of research ideas is included in research planning ahead of research implementation and reporting. Research planning is traditionally based on the project metaphor for research which specifies linear tasks, deliverables and deadlines. Such a metaphor does not make explicit, however, decisions which are implicit in research tasks. This gap is fulfilled by the jigsaw puzzle metaphor which specifies interdependent and iterative decisions instead. Idea puzzle framework illustrates the jigsaw puzzle metaphor since it is a synthesis of scientific method in twenty one decisions. Such decisions specify the theoretical, empirical, methodological, rhetoric, and authorial context of a research idea. The main benefits of idea puzzle framework are twofold. On the one hand, it facilitates the learning and teaching of scientific method. On the other hand, it accelerates the scientific generation, analysis, planning, and evaluation of research ideas.
- Scientific methodPublication . Morais, Ricardo Alexandre
- Critical realist case studies of foreign subsidiary developmentPublication . Morais, RicardoIn this methodological paper, I explore the potential of critical realist case studies for research on foreign subsidiary development. For that purpose, I begin with a review of the ontological, epistemological, and methodological assumptions of critical realism. Ontologically, reality is assumed to be stratified and emergent; epistemologically, knowledge is assumed to be transitive, but objective; and methodologically, research is expected to be highly contextual. In addition, I review the implications of such assumptions for causation, explanation, and generalization. In particular, causation is regarded as the manifestation of mechanisms rather than variables; explanation is based on retroduction rather than induction or deduction; and generalization is assumed to be transfactual rather than analytical or statistical. Critical realist case studies can thus be distinguished from other types of case studies for their emphasis on contextual explanation. In order to illustrate the potential for such case studies in international business research, I conclude with an application to foreign subsidiary development.
- A influência do modelo de negócios nos serviços online unicanalPublication . Bradford, Miguel; Morais, RicardoNeste artigo conceptual, exploramos a influência do modelo de negócio baseado na Internet nos serviços online unicanal. Nesse sentido, revemos investigação prévia sobre serviços online em várias áreas de conhecimento Além disso, revemos várias tipologias de modelo de negócio baseado na Internet. Como corolário desta revisão de literatura, propomos um modelo teórico de modelação de negócios baseados na Internet especificamente para serviços online unicanal. O modelo teórico assenta em quatro componentes principais: proposição de valor; value network; investigação, desenvolvimento e inovação; e aspetos financeiros. Nas conclusões, abordamos as implicações teóricas e práticas deste modelo teórico.
- Knowledge visualization for research design: the case of the idea puzzle software at the University of AucklandPublication . Morais, Ricardo; Brailsford, IanThis chapter presents a case of information and communication technology use in doctoral research processes. In particular, it presents the use of the Idea Puzzle software as a knowledge visualization tool for research design at the University of Auckland. The chapter begins with a review of previous contributions on knowledge visualization and research design. It then presents the Idea Puzzle software and its application at the University of Auckland. In addition, the chapter discusses the results of a large-scale survey conducted on the Idea Puzzle software in 71 higher education institutions as well as its first usability testing at the University of Auckland. The chapter concludes that the Idea Puzzle software stimulates visual integrative thinking for coherent research design in the light of Philosophy of Science.
- The influence of tourism seasonality on family business in peripheral regionsPublication . Lima, Gustavo Neves; Morais, RicardoIn this conceptual article we explore the influence of tourism seasonality on family business in peripheral regions. We begin by reviewing the main characteristics of family business in peripheral regions. We proceed by reviewing literature on tourism seasonality as well as mitigation strategies at the macro level of analysis. As a corollary of such a literature review, we suggest a framework of strategies by which family businesses in peripheral regions may mitigate tourism seasonality. In particular, we combine an existing typology of coping, combating, and capitulating strategies with family business responses and service operations. We conclude by discussing the theoretical and practical implications of the framework.
- The influence of critical realism on managerial predictionPublication . Martins, Nuno Miguel Ornelas; Morais, RicardoIn this conceptual paper we suggest that a critical realist perspective alters managerial views on prediction and strategy formation. For that purpose, we review alternative notions of prediction in economic theory in the light of critical realism. In addition, we review the role of prediction in alternative streams of thought on strategy formation. The corollary of such a literature review is a new conceptualisation of the organisational environment as an open system which is not prone to prediction but can be a source of learning for strategists. Such critical realist view alerts researchers and practitioners for the provisional nature of scientific explanations and the dangers of premature prediction. Critical realism is thus a promising avenue for further research on strategy formation and more appropriate strategizing.
- The curriculum question in doctoral educationPublication . González-Ocampo, Gabriela; Kiley, Margaret; Lopes, Amélia; Malcolm, Janice; Menezes, Isabel; Morais, Ricardo; Virtaneng, ViiviThe landscape of doctoral education has changed immensely during the last decades. Different transnational policies, different publics, different purposes and different academic careers all contribute to the need for a new understanding of this under-researched field. Our focus is on explicit curriculum analysis to undertake intentional and meaningful change, especially in terms of the processes and outcomes of doctoral education. We draw on research on doctoral education, as well as the emerging literature on early career researchers (ECRs) and on professional learning, and consider how the concept of curriculum can help us think differently about doctoral education, particularly in relation to processes and outcomes. Finally, we suggest a research agenda for developing the curricula of doctoral education.
- The influence of critical realism on managerial predictionPublication . Martins, Nuno Miguel Ornelas; Morais, RicardoIn this conceptual paper we suggest that a critical realist perspective alters managerial views on prediction and strategy formation. For that purpose, we review alternative notions of prediction in economic theory in the light of critical realism. In addition, we review the role of prediction in alternative streams of thought on strategy formation. The corollary of such a literature review is a new conceptualisation of the organisational environment as an open system which is not prone to prediction but can be a source of learning for strategists. Such critical realist view alerts researchers and practitioners for the provisional nature of scientific explanations and the dangers of premature prediction. Critical realism is thus a promising avenue for further research on strategy formation and more appropriate strategizing.
- Digital research designPublication . Morais, Ricardo