Comparison of knowledge of the general and professional public on the protection of the population in the selected region. sufficient knowledge of public, no matter if general public or professionals in area of homeland security are required for preservation of secure environment for living. To process this thesis was first necessary to set goals. The goals of the study were stated as follows: - To define terms related to the protection of the population carried out in the Czech Republic. - To list conditions which the population must be protected from. - To list activities leading to improve homeland security and duties of responsible people. - To identify differences in knowledge of general and professional public on this issue - To compare the level of knowledge of specialists in homeland security and of general population based on proving or disproving the hypotheses about the level of knowledge. Firstly, to achieve the fundamental goal of this thesis was to create a structured overview of exceptional events that endanger life, health and property of population. Then were defined organisational and technical measures that have to prevent life loss, to mitigate the consequences that negatively affect health of population and minimize property damage. Based on the definition of all relevant aspects of homeland security was, under the supervision of a specialist in homeland security area, created a structured questionnaire which was subsequently applied by both the general and professional public. The form has been sent out to the group of 50 specialists and 50 unspecialized people. The existence of normal division of knowledge was verified among general population, while Poisson distribution was tested among specialists. During the measurement was also tested the difference between the knowledge of specialists and common people. To achieve the basic goal of the thesis were set three hypotheses, of which verification was based on descriptive and mathematical statistic methods. Hypotheses were set as follows: H1: The knowledge of homeland security area is spread by Poisson distribution function among specialists H2: The knowledge of homeland security area is spread by normal (Gaussian) distribution function among general population. H3: The level of knowledge of homeland security area of specialists is higher than general population's knowledge. The first hypothesis H1 was proved by 2 test and on its results was hypothesis H1 disproved. According to the statistic calculation the distribution of knowledge among specialists did not correspond to Poisson distribution, but theoretically is closer to Gaussian distribution. As for the second hypothesis, the distribution of the results of statistical measuring was compared to Gaussian distribution and by 2 test H2 was proved. The distribution of knowledge of the general public corresponds to Gaussian distribution. The third hypothesis was tested via a double-choose t-test method and based on its results it was found that there is a statistically significant difference between homeland security knowledge of specialists and general public. Hypothesis H3 was thus proved. The answers of respondents were presented by comparison bar charts of right answers of general and professional public, evaluated in discussion. At some of questions with big different results were described possible causes and offered changes for knowledge expansion. In the meaning of knowledge expansion there was created a feedback, sent backwards to respondents of statistic research. Attached to feedback is this diploma thesis.

This diploma thesis is concerned with the summary of data about the wider surroundings of Kutná Hora. It offers a proposal of an excursion to this place. A general overview of methods appropriate for an excursion is included and other variants of useful activities and tasks are also suggested in this work. The main goal of this work is to provide general information about the location and suggest a number of activities other teachers may find useful when making an excursion. Supervisor: PaeDr. Václav Pavlíček Department of Biology

Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento CientÃfico e TecnolÃgico / A tese investiga os significados dos ensinamentos da Escola Superior de Guerra (ESG) referente ao desenvolvimento, a integraÃÃo nacional e ao progresso da ciÃncia e da tecnologia no Brasil no perÃodo 1949-1976. Para tanto, trata de estabelecer relaÃÃes entre a criaÃÃo da Escola, o perfil de seus âalunosâ e a finalidade de seus cursos, especificamente o Curso Superior de Guerra. O trabalho identifica que os ensinamentos da ESG se caracterizavam por posiÃÃes antidemocrÃticas, anticomunistas e favorÃveis a implantaÃÃo, no paÃs, de um modelo de desenvolvimento capitalista dependente. Indica que a ESG era uma instituiÃÃo militar de formaÃÃo de âelites orgÃnicasâ, posicionadas entre as camadas sociais de grande poder de articulaÃÃo e mobilizaÃÃo polÃtica, favorecendo, principalmente, a politizaÃÃo das ForÃas Armadas dispostas a controlar a direÃÃo do Estado brasileiro. / The thesis investigates the meanings of the teachings of the War College (ESG) for the development, national integration and progress of science and technology in Brazil in the period 1949-1976. For this purpose, is to establish relations between the creation of the School, the profile of his "students" and the purpose of their travels, specifically the Course of War. The paper identifies that the teachings of ESG positions were characterized by undemocratic, anti-communist and favorable the deployment in the country a model of dependent capitalist development. Indicates that the ESG was an institution for training of "elites organic", positioned between the layers of great social networking power and political mobilization, promoting the politicization of the Armed Forces unwilling to control the direction of the Brazilian state.

nÃo hà / Lima Barreto, apontado pela crÃtica como um dos maiores romancistas brasileiros dos primeiros anos do sÃculo XX, em cuja obra observa-se o uso de uma linguagem coloquial, com conteÃdo predominantemente social e de carÃter crÃtico, no que diz respeito a um perÃodo de transiÃÃo por que passava o Brasil rumo à Modernidade. Em Triste Fim de Policarpo Quaresma o autor discute, atravÃs do narrador, alguns conceitos polÃmicos do inÃcio do sÃculo XX, como a ideia de pÃtria, levando o leitor a questionar os problemas do patriotismo exacerbado abraÃado pelo protagonista Policarpo Quaresma, uma das mais comoventes e idealistas figuras da ficÃÃo brasileira. Lima Barreto à tambÃm apontado por alguns crÃticos como Francisco Foot Hardman, Antonio Arnoni Prado e por seu biÃgrafo Francisco de Assis Barbosa como um escritor ligado Ãs ideias anarquistas. Essas ideias constam de suas crÃnicas e revistas da Ãpoca, mas tambÃm pode-se percebÃ-las na forma livre como compÃs sua ficÃÃo. Por causa do carÃter despojado de sua escrita e devido à sua narrativa deslocada das normas cultas, o escritor transformou sua obra em um objeto de polÃmica; alÃm disso, foi encarado como um artista que inseriu em sua ficÃÃo elementos retirados da vida pessoal, sobretudo nas RecordaÃÃes do EscrivÃo IsaÃas Caminha, seu romance de estreia. Suas narrativas se caracterizam, entre outras peculiaridades, por combinar elementos de gÃneros diversos (romances, contos, novelas, crÃnicas, crÃtica literÃria e teatro), linguagem coloquial, ironia e a representaÃÃo da sociedade e dos homens num perÃodo conturbado da histÃria do Brasil e do mundo. Essa pesquisa discute como esses aspectos externos foram filtrados pela visÃo do escritor e transformados em elementos da estrutura narrativa.

How do local homeland security organizations respond to catastrophic events such as hurricanes and acts of terrorism? Among the most important aspects of this response are these organizations ability to adapt to the uncertain nature of these “focusing events” (Birkland 1997). They are often behind the curve, seeing response as a linear process, when in fact it is a complex, multifaceted process that requires understanding the interactions between the fiscal pressures facing local governments, the institutional pressures of working within a new regulatory framework and the political pressures of bringing together different levels of government with different perspectives and agendas. This dissertation has focused on tracing the factors affecting the individuals and institutions planning, preparing, responding and recovering from natural and man-made disasters. Using social network analysis, my study analyzes the interactions between the individuals and institutions that respond to these “focusing events.” In practice, it is the combination of budgetary, institutional, and political pressures or constraints interacting with each other which resembles a Complex Adaptive System (CAS). To investigate this system, my study evaluates the evolution of two separate sets of organizations composed of first responders (Fire Chiefs, Emergency Management Coordinators) and community volunteers organized in the state of Florida over the last fifteen years. Using a social network analysis approach, my dissertation analyzes the interactions between Citizen Corps Councils (CCCs) and Community Emergency Response Teams (CERTs) in the state of Florida from 1996- 2011. It is the pattern of interconnections that occur over time that are the focus of this study. The social network analysis revealed an increase in the amount and density of connections between these organizations over the last fifteen years. The analysis also exposed the underlying patterns in these connections; that as the networks became more complex they also became more decentralized though not in any uniform manner. The present study brings to light a story of how communities have adapted to the ever changing circumstances that are sine qua non of natural and man-made disasters

Magister Economicae - MEcon / This study is an evaluation of development strategies that have been followed in South Africa. Lebowa is used as a case study for an assessment of the present strategy. The basic question is whether or not it is economically, politically and socially effective to follow the "homeland" development strategy. This approach places "homeland" states within confined political borders. Development policies are also confined to these borders. An alternative is to follow a broader regional development strategy, that spans across both political and economic borders. This may provide a more feasible approach to development. The present regional pattern of development, which focuses mainly on industrial decentralization, is discussed. The evaluation of the present strategy explores various other alternatives which may provide for a more effective regional development policy. In this context an assessment of 'backward regions/homelands' is provided. The central problem addressed is the country or 'homeland' versus regional orientation. To understand the problem, the core-periphery view on South Africa's regional growth pattern, is utilized. The PWV, Durban/ Pinetown and the Cape metropole areas may be taken as "core", where most of the economic activity takes place. One can also distinguish between the "inner-periphery", which is close to the core, and the "outer-periphery", further away from the core and which includes the Black Homelands. This core-periphery approach provides an understanding of the polarisation effect, which results in the "homelands" becoming poorer, whilst the urban areas grow richer. The main criticism of the of the modernisation or diffusionist approach is that the "trickle-down" or spread-effect from the core to the other regions does not really take place. Thus, regional aspirations are not satisfied. The South African Government's attempts to counter some of the forces of concentration have been questionable. Within the context of the diffusionist paradigm, trickle-down effects have not occurred because of the super-imposition of a political ideology onto this approach. Rather these areas are the result of polarization (re-inforced by political consideration) brought about by the concept of separate development. It is clear that South Africa's approach to regional development is in a process of change. This is mainly due to the failure of the "homelands" strategy. Since the mid 1970's it has become increasingly clear that the "homelands" could not really become economically independent (and internationally recognised), and development strategy concentrating on each that the uneconomic and inefficient."homeland" would be uneconomists critical of this unified economy. planners and politicians. approach have suggested that the whole South African economy should be planned as one economy, even if the homelands still maintain political independence. The nine development region mapping of South Africa, Regions A - J, came about as a result of attempting to address South Africa as a more unified economy. Up to now, the proposed role of the regions have not been clearly stated

The thesis deals with map content analyzes of selected historical and contemporary cartographic products which display area Blovicko and production of Homeland Studies map of this area. Except the foundations of cartography and Homeland Studies maps, in the theoretical part is also described and defined area of interest. The practical part contains a description of map content analyzes of geographical names, map symbols and countryside development and also a description of creating Homeland Studies map of Blovicko. Parts of the thesis are tables related to map content analysis, sections of cartographic products which were used for the analysis and the Home Studies map in printed and electronic shape.

Traditional historiographic research is challenged by the very nature of post-modernism which, in terms of one of its less radical viewpoints, views history not so much as truth-seeking, nor objective activity, but rather re-interpreting it as story-telling and as history reflective of itself -an approach which have determined the nature and style of this study. The study was prompted firstly by my exposure to the legacy of apartheid with regards to land and past planning policies while working at the Department of Land Affairs, and secondly by my personal involvement in Hammanskraai/Temba. The latter straddles the border of a former homeland, formed part of the previous governments' border industry programme, suffers tenure problems on land-ownership issues and is bisected by two present provincial boundaries. For a long time to come Hammanskraai/Temba will struggle to overcome results of modernistic grand apartheid policies as reflected in gross inequalities, uncertainty and the like. The aim of this study was therefore to form an understanding of the grand generalising and local narratives regarding borders, boundaries and barriers in the Hammanskraai/Temba area, as well as the influence of the discourses of development intent on the area and its people. In order to address the issues it was necessary to deconstruct the discourses in development intent that affected the Hammanskraai/Temba area, and to tell the respective role players' stories of the shaping of borders, boundaries and barriers in the area, as well as to play off the various discourses in grand, local and expressive narratives, as it is still unfolding. Instead of giving an 'all encompassing truth' or deliberately simplifying the 'story' in order to fit into a logical, chronological structure (arguing 'modernisticly', so that the reader cannot do otherwise than to agree with the argument), I rather opted towards telling some of the stories reflecting on various experiences regarding borders, boundaries and barriers in the area. There are stories of artificial boundaries, of racists and capitalists, of land and tenure, of division, separation, independence and later integration, of reserves and their underdevelopment, of people suffering and struggling, and of unviable towns and demarcations. In these stories the immense influence and effect of policies and development intent on peoples lives, as well as on the physical, social and economical environment, are illustrated. However, the stories illustrate that not only were complicated barriers created, but also how in some cases, they were perpetuated and enhanced. The value of this historical narrative, lies in the way it makes sense of events, actions and experiences, bringing forward stories that 'deserve to be told', thus opening up a new way of looking at planning and planning history. It illustrates the complexity and intriguing relationships and problems of an area influenced by a magnitude of modernistic planning policies and actions, casting a glimpse on the effect of borders, boundaries and barriers on the lives of those who have to live with it, cross it, or in the worst instances, struggle against it - somehow always with a glimmer of hope. / Dissertation (MTRP)--University of Pretoria, 1997. / gm2014 / Town and Regional Planning / unrestricted

disertační práce KÁBOVÁ, Hana. Josef Vítězslav Šimák (Jeho život a dílo se zvláštním zřetelem k historické vlastivědě // Josef Vítězslav Šimák (His life and work with special view to historical homeland study). Praha: Univerzita Karlova v Praze, Filozofická fakulta, Ústav českých dějin, 2011. Abstract: The academic dissertation includes a detailed biography of J.V. Šimák and a thematic analysis of his work, based on exhaustive study of archival sources and literature. Special attention is paid to the issue of institutionalizing the historical homeland study in the Czech lands and the phenomenon of cultural regionalism, as well as the methodology and institutional bases of the historiography development (university, scientific societies and associations). The academic dissertation deepens and extends current knowledge of the Czech historiography at the end of the 19th and the first half of the 20th centuries. It includes bibliography of Šimák's scientific books, studies, articles, reviews, popularization essays and newspaper contributions. A list of his university and popularization lectures is also attached. Keywords: Czech historiography - historical homeland study - Josef Vítězslav Šimák.

Alors que la gendarmerie nationale exerce ses missions sur l’ensemble du spectre de la sécurité nationale, celle du renseignement est longtemps demeurée en retrait. La reconnaissance de cette compétence, enfin acquise en 2009 après d’âpres débats, lui a permis de revendiquer un nouveau positionnement dans l’organisation administrative des services. Dans un contexte marqué par la nécessaire prise en compte de la menace terroriste, elle est parvenue à créer son propre service de renseignement en 2013, la SDAO. Bien qu’intégrée depuis toujours à son organisation dans le cadre d’une approche généraliste de la sécurité, la fonction de renseignement de la gendarmerie est désormais incarnée dans sa structure. Sa reconnaissance par la loi de 2015 relative au renseignement permet de consacrer la gendarmerie nationale comme un acteur à part entière du renseignement. Dès lors, l’institution a progressivement adapté son organisation pour répondre aux enjeux posés par ce nouveau droit du renseignement et prendre en compte ses nouvelles prérogatives. Cependant, ces évolutions bouleversent les équilibres. En interne, le centre de gravité du renseignement de sécurité intérieure s’est détaché de la fonction de police judiciaire pour être repositionné au niveau de la SDAO. A l’extérieur, la création de cette nouvelle entité, en parallèle des problématiques posées par l’intégration de la gendarmerie au ministère de l’Intérieur, met en lumière le caractère à la fois central mais sensible de la coordination avec les autres services. Par les enjeux qu’il soulève, le renseignement questionne ainsi le modèle français de police autour de deux logiques opposées, celle du maintien de l’autonomie de chaque institution ou le renforcement de la complémentarité entre elles. Les choix qui seront pris feront en évoluer une au détriment de l’autre. / While the national gendarmerie carries out its missions on the whole spectrum of the national security, that of the intelligence for a long time remained in withdrawal. The recognition of this competence, finally acquired in 2009 after bitter debates, allowed him to claim a new position in the administrative organization of services. In a context marked by the need to take into account the terrorist threat, it managed to create its own intelligence service in 2013, the SDAO. Although it has always been part of its organization as part of a global approach to security, the intelligence function of the gendarmerie is now embodied in its structure. Its recognition by the law of 2015 on the intelligence makes it possible to devote the national gendarmerie as a full actor of intelligence. Since then, the institution has gradually adapted its organization to respond to the challenges posed by this new intelligence law and to take into account its new prerogatives. However, these developments upset the equilibrium. Internally, the center of gravity of internal security intelligence broke away from the judicial police function to be repositioned at the level of the SDAO. Outside, the creation of this new entity, in parallel with the problems posed by the integration of the gendarmerie at the Ministry of the Interior, highlights the central but sensitive nature of coordination with other services. By the issues it raises, intelligence questions the French police model around two logics that currently oppose, that of maintaining the autonomy of each institution or reinforcing the complementarity between them.