Research and Innovation Unit ETDs: Recent submissions

  • Prospects for tourism as a catalyst for development in South Africa 
    Ingle, M.K. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    The potential for tourism to contribute to development in South Africa has been enthusiastically embraced by the government and by many scholars. This article examines tourism from two perspectives 'Tourism First' and ...
  • Thinking small : the state of nanotechnology research and development in South Africa 
    Gastrow, M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    I n the context of government policy and international comparisons, the state of national nanoscience R&D is explored using bibliometric data as well as data sourced from the National Survey of Research and Experimental ...
  • Indigenous knowledge systems and language practice : interface of a knowledge discourse 
    Nel, Philip J (Journal for New Generation Sciences : Socio-constructive language practice : training in the South African context : Special Edition, Vol 6, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    The paper seeks to engage constructively with the challenges and opportunities Indigenous Knowledge (IK) may offer disciplines in Language Practice. The approach will be contextualized in terms of the theoretical shift ...
  • Xhosa acquisition through e-learning : learner needs and development challenges 
    Neethling, Bertie (Journal for New Generation Sciences : Socio-constructive language practice : training in the South African context : Special Edition, Vol 6, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    The contribution argues that there is a renewed interest by mainly Afrikaans and English speaking South Africans in learning another indigenous South African language. This came about as a direct result of the changed ...
  • A socio-constructive approach to the training of language practitioners at the University of the Free State 
    Naude, Jacobus A. (Journal for New Generation Sciences : Socio-constructive language practice : training in the South African context : Special Edition, Vol 6, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    This paper describes the training of language practitioners at the University of the Free State in the light of recent developments in Translation Studies, namely the tendency of internationalising ideas about translation, ...
  • Training translators in South Africa : first global questions 
    Marais, Kobus (Journal for New Generation Sciences : Socio-constructive language practice : training in the South African context : Special Edition, Vol 6, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    This article questions current philosophies and practices in translator training in South Africa against the background of the international debate on translator training. It puts up for discussion the notion of a ...
  • The language practitioner as agent : the implications of recent global trends in research for language practice in Africa 
    Marais, Kobus (Journal for New Generation Sciences : Socio-constructive language practice : training in the South African context : Special Edition, Vol 6, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    This article argues that, whether she recognises it or not, the translator is an agent, i.e. someone with an active hand in the intercultural communication process. This position endows the translator with the responsibility ...
  • (C)Omissions of perspective, lens and worldview : what Africa can learn from the 'Western Mind' about the oral tradition of (indigenous) knowledge 
    Conolly, Joan; (Journal for New Generation Sciences : Socio-constructive language practice : training in the South African context : Special Edition, Vol 6, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Sometimes what is not in a text is more significant than what is. This paper examines a variety of texts to establish what is and is not present. The argument presented in this paper demonstrates that skewed perspectiv ...
  • Empowering marganalised culture : the institution of South African sign language at the University of the Free State 
    Akach, Philemon; Naude, Jacobus A (Journal for New Generation Sciences : Socio-constructive language practice : training in the South African context : Special Edition, Vol 6, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    This paper aims to describe the state of South African Sign Language (SASL) at the University of the Free State (UFS). It provides background to the development of SASL, the development of Deaf education, the teaching ...
  • AN IMPROVEMENT-ORIENTED INVESTIGATION INTO SUPERVISION PRACTICES AT THE CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, FREE STATE: A CASE STUDY 
    van der Linde, A.S.; Holtzhausen, S.M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Postgraduate supervision and research training are core academic activities for most higher education institutions. Worldwide, including in South Africa, there is concern about the quality of postgraduate training in ...
  • BUSINESS INTEGRATION AS BASIS FOR GROWTH IN SMALL AND MEDIUM AGRICULTURAL ENTERPRISES 
    van Buuren, Rudolph B. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Increased diversity in the agricultural sector in South Africa is forcing farmers to focus on the production of value-added commodities in the face of mounting global competitive pressures. However, many farmers, by ...
  • The prediction of the academic performance of MBA students by means of specific aptitudes And competencies 
    Kotzè, M.; Griessel, L. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    The Council on Higher Education (CHE) (2004) states that graduation rates across all provider types of MBA qualifications in South Africa are not very high. Various studies have reported that, in order to address poor ...
  • Designing for laser sintering 
    Gerber, G.F.; Barnard, L.J. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Until recently solid freeform fabrication (SFF) technology has been used mostly for production of prototype parts. However, as this technology matures, the initiative of utilising it for the manufacture of end-use products ...
  • Demystifying the shrinking pipeline of women in ICT education and careers : a South African case study 
    Dlodlo, Nomusa; Khalala, Gugu (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    This research is an attempt to verify certain myths surrounding the causes for the low numbers of women participating in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) education and careers through both qualitative ...
  • Manufacturing of custom-made medical implants for cranio / maxillofacial and orthopaedic surgery - an overview of the current state of the industry 
    De Beer, N.; Dimitrov, D.; Van der Merwe, A. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Extensive work has been done in the area of manufacturing implants for medical purposes, and more recently the development of customised implants. Areas of application include cranio/maxillo-facial implants, dental drill ...
  • Automated component-handling system for education and research in Mechatronics 
    Vermaak, H.J.; Jordaan, G.D. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Mechatronic practitioners are engaged in the assembly and maintenance of complex machines, plants and systems in the engineering sector or in organisations which purchase and operate such mechatronic systems. Mechatronics, ...
  • Guidelines for group work in an undergraduate learning programme 
    Raubenheimer, D.; Nel, M.M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    It is required of higher education institutions in South Africa to provide for the development of general skills such as the ability to function in a team, and to apply group work as a method of instruction. After ...
  • Diensleer : van staties na dinamies 
    Pretorius, J.P.H.; Lategan, L.O.K.; Hay, H.R. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Service-learning is a relatively new teaching and learning method which has been implemented with success at national and international tertiary institutions. The identification and elucidation of the terms and processes ...
  • Innovation for economic growth : the case for a world class tooling industry 
    Phaho, D.; Skosana, V. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    A key lever for unlocking the economic potential of any nation is a competitive tooling industry. Like other sectors of the South African economy, the tooling industry has experienced a marked decline in the skills base ...
  • Data-Based Mechanistic approach to modelling of daily rainfall-flow relationship : a case of the Upper Vaal water management area 
    Ochieng, G.M.; Otieno, F.A.O. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 6, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2008)
    Although deterministic models still dominate hydrological modelling, there is a notable paradigm shift in catchment response modelling. An approach to represent the daily rainfall-flow (R-F) relationship using Data-Based ...

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