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  • CAUSES OF POOR PERFORMANCE OF LEARNERS IN ENGLISH IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN LERIBE 
    Letompa, T.P. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 13, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2014)
    This article reports the findings and results of the Masters study on the causes of poor performance of learners in English in primary schools in Leribe district. A literature study was conducted to explore and to identify ...
  • Causes of rework on building construction projects in Nigeria 
    Aiyetan, A.O. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 13, Issue 3: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2013)
    Construction projects all over the world involve many challenges, particularly for large public projects. The emerging complex nature of construction activities has brought with it characteristic features, such as, cost ...
  • CAUSES OF TEACHER CONFLICT IN THE TOWNSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOLS - A DOCTORAL REPORT 
    Mphatsoe, M.F.; Motseke, M.J. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 13, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2014)
    The purpose of this article is to report the findings of the study that investigated the causes of conflict in the township secondary schools – as viewed by the deputy principals. A questionnaire was developed and six ...
  • Challenges faced by deans of engineering faculties, focusing on innovative management methods and organisational processes : a global perspective 
    De Jager, H.J. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 11, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2013)
    There have been numerous national- and international-level calls for the reform of engineering education. This includes the need for a shift to a knowledge economy - one that utilises knowledge as the key engine of competitive ...
  • Challenges facing higher education curriculum reform, design, and management in the 21st century : an epistemological perspective 
    Mkhonto, T.J.; Muller, A. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    Higher education curriculum reform is a worldwide phenomenon induced by both the internal and external environments of higher education functioning. While a variety of factors are attributed to these changing environments, ...
  • Challenges for mid-level commanders in the South African National Defence Force : management model and training needs 
    Edwards, T.; Geldenhuys, A. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 6, Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2007)
    The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and conclusive Acts record that effective human-resource management, career-development and training practices must be cultivated to maximise human ...
  • Challenges of Inclusive Education: Lesotho Case Study 
    Mateusi, C. M.; Khoaeane, J. T.; Naong, M. N. (International Journal of Educational Sciences, 2014)
    Effective implementation of inclusive education continues to be a thorn in the flesh for school managers and authorities in Lesotho. This paper’s aim is two-fold: First, it investigates the underlying causes and recommends ...
  • The challenges of titanium metal injection moulding 
    Benson, J.M.; Chikwanda, H.K (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 7, Issue 3: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2009)
    Titanium has fired the imagination of engineers and designers for decades by its 'ideal' combination of high strength, low density and good corrosion resistance. However, its application has unfortunately been limited to ...
  • Challenges on financial control and accountability in South African municipalities 
    Laubscher, L.H. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 10, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2012)
    Municipalities in South Africa are under pressure as a result of poor financial control and lack of accountability, leading to extensive corruption and financial mismanagement with detrimental consequences for effective ...
  • Challenges to parental involve-ment in school governance 
    Naong, Matsidiso; Morolong, Itumeleng (UFS: Acta Academica, 2011)
    Many parents find it difficult to embrace their governance role within public schools, with the exception of those within elementary schools. Despite the intention of the South African Schools Act of 1996 to change this ...
  • The chameleon-like characteristics and aspects of learning in higher education 
    Holtzhausen, S.M. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 2, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2004)
    South African higher education institutions required a coherent teaching and learning model, but the effectiveness of such a model is jeopardised by the rapidly changing higher education world and culture. The hope for the ...
  • CHARACTERISATION AND MONITORING OF TI6AL4V (ELI) POWDER USED IN DIFFERENT SELECTIVE LASER MELTING SYSTEMS 
    Thejane, K.; Chikosha, S.; du Preez, W.B. (South African Journal of Industrial Engineering, 2017)
    The characterisation and monitoring of Ti6Al4V (ELI) feedstock powder is an essential requirement for the full qualification of medical implants and aerospace components produced in selective laser melting systems. Virgin ...
  • Characterization of metal powder based rapid prototyping components with respect to aluminium high pressure die casting process conditions 
    Pereira, M.F.V.T.; Williams, M.; Du Preez, W.B (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 8, Issue 2: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2010)
    This paper is based on tests performed on die component specimens manufactured by EOS-DMLS (direct metal laser sintering) and LENS (laser engineered net shape) RP (rapid prototyping) technology platforms, as well as ...
  • Church and healthcare: Time for a new debate? 
    Lategan, Laetus O.K. (Journal for Christian Scholarship = Tydskrif vir Christelike Wetenskap, 2017)
    Dit is duidelik dat die Christelike godsdiens ʼn kleinerwordende rol in gesondheidsorgbeleid en -praktyk speel. Dit beteken nie dat die kerk nie ʼn rol het om te speel nie. Die vraag is, wat moet die rol wees van die kerk ...
  • Citation Analysis of Master Dissertations at the Central University of Technology, South Africa 
    Swart, Arthur J. (African Journal of Library, Archives and Information Science, 2019)
    Data must be given context to become information. Information must be given meaning to become knowledge. Knowledge, in turn, can only become wisdom if applied correctly. Data from postgraduate dissertations, including ...
  • Civic engagement and project learning 
    Holzbaur, Ulrich D. (Journal for New Generation Sciences, Vol 3, Issue 1: Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein, 2005)
    Experiential learning gives students the chance to discover the course subject and to develop their skills in the context of practical activities. This can be achieved by social learning but also within projects and planning ...
  • Clearing of transient faults in MV networks 
    Van Der Mescht, C.J.; Van Schalkwyk, W.J.D (Central University of Technology, Free State, Bloemfontein: Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, 2015)
    This paper contains research performed on the effectiveness of methods that aims to clear transient faults on MV networks without causing momentary supply loss to customers due to ARC operations, which is achieved by ...
  • Client-centred design evolution via functional prototyping 
    De Beer, Deon J.; Campbell, R. Ian; Truscott, Michele; Barnard, Ludrick J.; Booysen, Gerrie J. (Inderscience: International Journal of Product Development, 2009)
    The product design process involves communication of potential design solutions to customers. Fully functional prototypes are most suitable for this because they are readily accepted and allow simultaneous evaluation of ...
  • Climate change and ecological systems : a conceptual framework for the understanding of socio-hydrological dynamics 
    Woyessa, Y.E.; Welderufael, W.A. (Interim : Interdisciplinary Journal, Vol 10 , Issue 1: Central University of Technology Free State Bloemfontein, 2011)
    A functioning ecological system results in ecosystem goods and services which are of direct value to human beings. Ecosystem services are the conditions and processes which sustain and fulfill human life, and maintain ...
  • Climate change and socio-hydrological dynamics: Adaptation and feedbacks 
    WOYESSA, YALI E. (World Scientific Publishing Company: Advances in Geosciences, 2012)
    A functioning ecological system results in ecosystem goods and services which are of direct value to human beings. Ecosystem services are the conditions and processes which sustain and fulfil human life, and maintain ...

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