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The design of an adult learning programme : a theory-guided evaluation of learning needs

Massyn, L.; Wilkinson, A.C. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

The learning design in programmes for adult learners in higher education does not usually make provision for the specific characteristics and learning needs of adults. The question that directed the evaluation study ...
Research-readiness in postgraduate students : how do we recognise it and overcome possible deficiencies?

Maasdorp, C.; Holtzhausen, S.M. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

Due to ever-increasing strains, quality improvement of research degree programmes is imperative for the South African postgraduate landscape. This research explored the recognition and overcoming of research-readiness ...
The role of teaching and learning in European higher education research

Kehm, B. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

This contribution offers a definition of the field of higher education research and its relationship to the field of higher education didactics (i.e. teaching and learning). It then provides an account of the difficult ...
Understanding academics' popular science publishing : institution culture and management style effects

Crettaz Von Roten, F.; Goastellec, G. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

Most universities and higher education systems have formally taken up a third mission, which involves various public outreach and engagement activities. Little is known regarding how higher education institutions' organisations ...
Formative assessment in doctoral education

Friedrich-Nel, H.S.; Mac Kinnon, J.L. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

The overall goal of doctoral education is to prepare the doctoral student for the summative assessment of a thesis. However the focus of doctoral education is changing to include the attainment of professional attributes ...
Exploring the self-efficancy of engineering students : findings of a longitudinal study relating to student recruitment, development, retention and success

Lourens, A. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

Engineering is regarded as a scarce and critical skill in South Africa, and the shortage of South African engineers represents a capacity and scare-skills crises for the country. A further problem facing the country is the ...
Demostrating the cervicothoracic junction : a comparison of two radiographic X-RAY techniques

Botha, R.W.; Friedrich-Nel, H.; Africa, M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 13, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2015)

The most important projection of a patient with suspected cervical spine trauma is the lateral projection demonstrating C7 as well as T1. It frequently happens that the first and sometimes the second set of images do not ...
Extend of e-learning at universities of technology - our strength for our future?

Badenhorst, J. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

The current status of e-learning implementation at the Universities of Technology (UoTs) in South Africa is explored in terms of specific aspects of teaching and learning. In this study the process categories, dimensions ...
Some determinants of business intelligence adoption using the technology- organisation -environment framework : a developing country perspective

Mudzana, T.; Kotze, E. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

The competitive environment today dictates that organisations must utilise their resources effectively and efficiently and also aim to provide their employees with the right information tools. Business Intelligence (BI) ...
A staff inducing programme for hotels in South Africa

Minnaar, R.; Moolman, M. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

This paper discusses the development and enrichment of a theoretical framework for a staff induction programme for South Africa. Such a research project could add value to the hospitality industry in South Africa and further ...
Contrasting methods for classifying microtext statements containing mathametics

Haskins, B.; Botha, R.A. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

Queries received by tutors on the Dr Math mathematics tutoring service are created in a domain-specific form of microtext. The aim of the service is to help South African school learners to master mathematical concepts, ...
Promoting professional quality and meaning in life among nursing students : a mixed methods study

Mason, H.D.; Nel, J.A. (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Journal for New Generation Sciences, 2015)

The study on which this article is based addressed a gap in existing research and practice by reporting on the empirical evaluation of a psycho-educational stress management programme that was developed to address professional ...
Interaction effects of effective microorganisms and prolonged storage on germination and seedling vigour of maize, sorghum and sunflower

Van Tonder, N.C.P.; Van der Westhuizen, C.; Van der Westhuizen, R.J. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

A study involving two incubation experiments and a germination experiment in sandy soil was conducted to determine the influence of Multiplied Effective Micro-organisms (M-EM) that were exposed to different levels of ...
Literary genres as points of interest in print advertising

Van Niekerk, A.; Conradie, M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

The article focuses on the interplay between print advertisements and literary genres such as poetry, drama, folklore, etc. This interplay may be used to develop an advertisement's point of interest to attract attention ...
In-house mentoring and school leadership : perceptions of well-performing primary school principals

Van der Merwe, H. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

A growing scholarship links good leadership with in-house mentoring. This article looks at how well-performing school leaders benefitted from the inhouse mentoring they received. The author reports on a qualitative ...
Treatment and disposal of medical waste in rural and urban clinics within Polokwane municipality of South Africa

Raphela, S.F. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

The objective of the study was to assess the medical waste management practices used by clinics located in the Polokwane Municipality, South Africa. The clinic personnel were not informed prior to the visit. A walkthrough ...
ICT access, use and perceptions : the current state of play among staff and students at South African universities of technology

Ramdeyal, P.K. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

This paper reports on a mixed methods study that investigated access to, use, and perceptions of current and emerging technologies among Information Technology (IT) staff and students at universities of technology (UoTs) ...
Overcoming inclusive classroom challenges for teachers : a Lesotho case-study

Naong, M.N.; Mateusi, C.M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

Teachers in Lesotho are confronted by a myriad of challenges, such as ensuring the meaningful inclusion of learners with impairments as well as adequately meeting their educational needs. This paper therefore, explores ...
"Research education" : a concept wider than postgraduate supervision?

Lategan, L.O.K. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

This paper promotes the argument that although conventional postgraduate supervision is useful to address the research skills and competences of postgraduate students, a wider perspective is nonetheless required to educate ...
A microbiological survey of fresh meat processed at abattoirs in Gauteng, South Africa

Katsande, T.C.; Govender, R. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 12, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2014)

The abattoir Hygiene Management System (HMS) was regulated in South Africa under the Meat Safety Act 40 of 2000. Presently, there is no national regulated microbiological standard to compare against meat tested at abattoirs ...

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