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Recent Submissions
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An exploration of the percieved implications of online social media for employee productivity and satisfaction in the workplace: a qualitative study of an IT company study in KZN.
(2019)The following study focuses on a form of information and communication technology known as, online social media. Forms of online social media have not only influenced the way in which we live and work but have also transformed ... -
Predictors of school dropout in South Africa: an overview.
(2020)ABSTRACT Introduction: South Africa’s schooling programme has been divided into four phases: the first three phases being compulsory, and the last phase optional. In terms of completion of the optional phase of schooling, ... -
A qualitative study exploring the experiences of students living with disabilities in the University of KwaZulu-Natal (Howard College): application of the PERMA Framework.
(2019)Background: In South Africa, approximately 80 per cent of people living with disabilities are restricted to access education and employment. In addition, those who are admitted to higher institutions are facing barriers ... -
Fathering in current times : a thematic analysis of Botswanan men’s fatherhood experiences.
(2019)There is a clear shortage of studies that explore how fatherhood is constructed and experienced in Botswana. The purpose of this study was, therefore, to explore how Botswanan men construct fatherhood. The philosophical ... -
University student's perceptions of parental support, and its effect on their academic achievement.
(2020)Academic achievement among university students can be influenced by many factors, both academic and family related. With the use of qualitative research, the present study explored university students' perceptions of ... -
Understanding mental distress, coping, help-seeking behaviours and substance abuse of Psychology students.
(2019)Mental distress and substance use among university students is a global concern, with many using ineffective coping strategies and showing reluctance to help-seeking. There is however a paucity of research on mental distress ... -
The sustainability of a free press in Zambia’s Third Republic: a case of the Zambia Daily Mail and The Post newspapers.
(2015)This study sets out to explore the sustainability of a free press in Zambia. The main objective is to contribute to the debate on factors affecting the political and economic sustainability, advertising in particular and ... -
Exploring the environmental causes of stress and coping mechanisms amongst township entrepreneurs: the case of Tembisa.
(2020)The significance and impact of township enterprises has proven to be undeniable both on a global scale and on a local scale. However, very little research has been conducted regarding the psycho-social background of the ... -
Knowledge, attitude and practices of traditional healers with regards to primary eye care (pec) in KwaZulu Natal.
(2019)The title of the study: Knowledge, Attitude And Practices Of Traditional Healers With Regards To Primary Eye Care (PEC) In Kwazulu-Natal. Background: It is estimated that 80% of global blindness is avoidable (i.e. either ... -
Strategies for sustaining the provision of electronic information resources services in university libraries of North Central Nigeria.
(2020)Electronic Information Resources (EIRs) is trending as a system of information provision and services in libraries, an alternative to the traditional information services system. EIRs presently constitute vital sources of ... -
The training of teacher librarians and the development of school libraries in KwaZulu-Natal.
(2021)Libraries are the important resources that knowledge production institutions such as schools must have in order to effectively realise their objectives. It is important to note that libraries are hubs of the learning ... -
Exploring disciplinary measures in two Zimbabwean secondary schools: an investigation into a restorative justice approach.
(2021)This qualitative case study explored the implementation of restorative justice in response to students’ indiscipline in two Zimbabwean secondary schools. The study was bounded in two secondary ... -
Exploring teachers’ experiences in using formative assessment strategies in foundation phase (isiNdebele) home language within Kwaggafontein East Circuit.
(2020)The study explored teachers’ experiences in assessing (isiNdebele) home language in the foundation phase. Despite the 26 years of democracy, isiNdebele is the least spoken language in South Africa amongst the 11 official ... -
University lecturers’ perspectives of Moodle usage in teaching postgraduate modules: a case study of the School of Education.
(2020)Innovation in our educational system is driving our education towards new directions and new heights. Students of the 21st century generation owing to current advances, learn best with technology. This may be one of the ... -
The role of traditional leaders in the maintenance of learners’ discipline in rural schools: a multi-site case study.
(2020)This thesis constitutes the report of the study conducted towards the fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in education. This research project explored the role of traditional leaders ... -
Oral tradition, recent and contemporary black South African poetry in English: towards a relevant aesthetic.
(1996)Abstract available in the PDF. -
School principals perceived and desired leadership development pathways: evidence from one district of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa.
(2020)The quality of school reforms and learner performance are integrally linked to school principals‟ leadership development, which elicits both anxiety and concern, as evidenced by studies on educational improvements which ...
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