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Dienslewering in die openbare biblioteek met spesiale verwysing na gebruikersleiding / Service rendering in the public library with special reference to user guidanceGericke, Elizabeth Martina 01 January 2002 (has links)
Text in Afrikaans / Die doel van die studie was om 'n model te ontwikkel vir openbare
bibiioteekdiensiewering in 'n ontwikkelende land met 'n multikulturele samelewing.
Die kernprobleem was om die teoretiese fundering van dienslewering en die
toepassing daarvan in die praktyk te ondersoek.
Die eerste subprobleem was om die eienskappe van 'n professie en professionele
dienslewering te ondersoek. Die eienskappe van die professionalis/bibiiotekaris wat
leiding aan die gebruiker moet gee, is geidentifiseer. Sleutelelemente is:
outonomie (gekoppel aan deskundigheid en opieiding), 'n altruistiese
diensorientasie en funksionele diens (volgens professionele riglyne en standaarde)
aan alle groepe in die gemeenskap, ongeag sosiale kias.
Die tweede subprobleem was om die doelstellings en funksies van die openbare
biblioteek en die roi van gebruikersleiding daarin te ontleed. Daar is gevind dat
diensleweringsfunksies in die teorie swak gefundeer is. 'n Kategorisering is
voorgestel wat onderskei tussen ondersteuningsfunksies, diensleweringsfunksies
en bestuursfunksies. Gebruikersleiding is geidentifiseer as oorkoepelende begrip en kernelement van alle diensleweringsfunksies wat gerig is op die optimalisering
van die waarde van inligting tot beswil van die samelewing.
Die derde subprobleem was om die ontstaan van 'n diensbegrip in die openbare
biblioteek te beskryf en paradigmaverskuiwings uit te wys. Professionele riglyne,
beginsels en standaarde, is ontleed. Afleidings is gemaak oor 'n heersende
diensbegrip en rol van die openbare biblioteek. Daar is bevind dat die riglyne vir die
identifisering van gebruikersgroepe en hulle behoeftes asook
diensleweringsfunksies ontoereikend is.
'n Kategorisering van potensiele gebruikersgroepe en hul behoeftes is gedoen en 'n
model vir openbare biblioteekdiensiewering ontwikkel om die leemte in
teoretisering te vul. Die model onderskei 'n diensparadigma van dienslewering aan alie individue en groepe in die gemeenskap en missie van ontwikkeling; die primere
doeiltelling opvoeding; beginsels van gemeenskapskontak; behoeftebepaling en
toegang lot inligting; diensfunksies en uitreikaktiwiteite; die professionalis-klientverhouding;
wetgewing, organisatoriese strukture en omgewingsfaktore.
Die model is in 'n vraelysopname in die Suid-Afrikaanse openbare biblioteekpraktyk
getoets. Daar is bevind dat die doelsteliings nagestreef en diensfunksies toegepas
word. Die grootste probleme word in organisatoriese strukture en finansiering
ondervind. Hierdie sake moet dringend aandag kry om die gestelde missie, naamlik
om 'n wesenlike rol te speel in die ontwikkeling van die hele Suid-Afrikaanse
samelewing, te verwesenlik. / The purpose of the study was to develop a model for public library service rendering
in a developing and multicultural society. The core problem was to investigate the
theoretical foundation of service rendering and the application thereof in practice.
The first subproblem was to examine the characteristics of a profession and
professional service rendering. The characteristics of the professional/ librarian who
has to provide guidance to the user were identified. Key elements are: autonomy
(linked to expertise and training), an altruistic service orientation and functional
service (according to professional guidelines and standards) to all groups in the
community irrespective of social class.
The second subproblem was to analyse the aims and functions of the public library
and the role of user guidance in it It was found that service rendering functions are
not theoretically well grounded. A categorisation is proposed which distinguishes
between supporting, service rendering and management functions. User guidance
is identified as an umbrella concept and core element of all service rendering
functions which is directed at optima/isirtg the value of information to the benefit of
society.
The third subproblem was to describe the origins of a service concept in the public
library and to expose paradigm shifts. Professional guidelines, principles and
standards were analysed. Conclusions were drawn about a predominant service
concept and the role of the public library. It was found that guidelines for the
identification of user groups and their needs as well as service rendering functions
are inadequate.
A categorisation of potential user groups and their needs was compiled and a
model for public library service rendering was developed to bridge the gap in XXtheorisation.
The model distinguishes a paradigm of service to all Individuals and
groups in the community and a developmental mission; the primary aim of
education; service principles of community networking, needs assessment and
information access; service functions and outreach activities; the professionalclient-
relationship; legislation, organisational structures and environmental factors.
The model was tested in South African public library practice by means of a
questionnaire survey. It was found that aims are pursued and service functions are
applied. The greatest problems are experienced In organisational structures and
financing. These issues must be urgently addressed to realise the public library's
declared mission, namely to play a substantial role in the development of the South
African society as a whole. / Information Science / D. Litt. et Phil. (Information Science)
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Talking sticks and BMW's: ritual, power and authority in a psychotherapy training placementJansen, Shahieda 01 January 2002 (has links)
This study explores trainees' experiences of power dynamics within a
ritualised training context, with reference to the three major aspects of the study:
training, ritual and power. The psychotherapeutic training took place at Agape, a
community-based counselling service in Mamelodi, whose theoretical approach to
training included a mixture of postmodern, ecosystemic and African traditions. A
substantial literature survey examines the major concepts and issues related to the
research subject, such as psychotherapeutic training approaches, the philosophies and
theories that may inform training procedures, ritual practices in psychotherapy, and
organisational and power aspects of psychotherapeutic training. The research process
was executed using the qualitative, interpretive research methodology. A sample of
six of the trainees who had completed their training at this placement was
interviewed, and two of the trainers. The researcher's reflections on her own training
experiences are woven into the material. Using the interview technique and through
asking a series of open-ended questions, the researcher obtained an account of the
subjective, sacralised training interactions at Agape. Themes were identified that had
emerged during the interview process. In brief, the themes referred to trainees'
theoretical and practical experiences in the training placement, how they made sense
of the sacralised therapeutic experiences, and comments on their relationship with
trainers and fellow trainees. The most common theme that emerged was that of
power. The end product of this study portrays the trainees' understandings of power
within a sacralised psychotherapeutic context and their responses to this. This study
makes explicit the links between ritualisation and power within an evaluative
psychotherapeutic training context, and the consequences of this for training. / Psychology / M.A. (Clinical Psychology)
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Teacher attitudes towards the implementation of the learning area technologyPudi, Thabo Israel 30 June 2002 (has links)
Educational Studies / D. Ed.(Psychology of Education)Educational Studies
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Wer sagen die Leute, wer ich bin? Eine qualitative Erhebung zur Gottesvorstellung bei Jugendlichen in Deutschland. Eine Studie aus der sicht empirischer Missionswissenschaft = Who do people say that I am? A qualitative research of the image of God among German youth. A study from the perspective of empirical MissiologyFaix, Tobias 30 June 2006 (has links)
Zusammenfassung
Die vorliegende Forschungsarbeit unternimmt den Versuch, einen konzeptionellen
Entwurf einer empirischen Missionswissenschaft als Grundlagenforschung zu
entwickeln, der im Praxisfeld durchgeführt wird. Dabei soll die intradisziplinäre
Vorgehensweise einen methodologischen Zugang sozialwissenschaftlicher
Methoden zur Missionswissenschaft möglich machen. Als Grundlage wird ein
Einblick in die sozialwissenschaftliche und missionswissenschaftliche Forschung
gegeben und daraus ein eigener, empirisch-theologischer Praxiszyklus entwickelt,
der die Methodologie der Untersuchung darstellt. Die inhaltliche Forschungsarbeit
fragt nach Gottesvorstellungen von Jugendlichen aus missionswissenschaftlicher
Sicht. Dabei wird die Möglichkeit missionarischer Begegnung und Ansprechbarkeit
von Jugendlichen im Kontext der kulturellen Veränderungen des postmodernen
Paradigmemwechsels beleuchtet. Die Frage, wie Gottesvorstellungen von
Jugendlichen gesellschaftlich geprägt und wie sich dies auf ihre Religiosität in
ihrem Alltag auswirkt, spielt in diesem Zusammenhang eine wichtige Rolle.
Deshalb wird nicht nur der aktuelle Forschungsstand zur Thematik untersucht,
sondern 18 Jugendliche werden in Form von halbstandardisierten Interviews
qualitativ befragt und ihre Aussagen empirisch-missiologisch ausgewertet.
Die Thesis hat somit zweierlei Zielsetzungen: Zum einen geht es um eine
empirisch-theologische Studie zur Erforschung von Gottesvorstellung bei
Jugendlichen im Hinblick auf ihre missionarische Ansprechbarkeit. Zum anderen
zielt sie darauf ab, durch Umsetzung des empirisch-theologischen Praxiszyklus
einen Typus zu entwickeln, der auch künftig in der Missionswissenschaft für
empirisch-theologische Erhebungen eingesetzt werden kann.
Summary
The intention of this research project is to evolve a concept for empirical
missiology as a method of fundamental research and to apply it in practice.
Through the usage of an intradisciplinary approach, access to missiology via the
methodology of the social sciences is rendered possible. To establish a basis, an
insight into social as well as missiological research will be given, and an inherent,
empirical-theological praxis cycle will be developed. This praxis cycle is the
methodology of this research paper. Concerning content, this research paper
scrutinises the image of God held by juveniles from a missiological point of view. It
considers the missionary receptiveness of juveniles in the context of cultural
change in the postmodernist shift of paradigm.
In how far are juvenile concepts of God marked by the correspondent social
environment and does that have an impact on their everyday religious behaviour?
Consequently not only the current state of research will be evaluated but,
furthermore, the half-standardised qualitative interviews of 18 juveniles will be
enclosed and their answers analysed on an empirical- missiological basis.
Hence, this thesis has a twofold aim; one considers empirical-theological research
as a way of evaluating concepts of God among juveniles with regard to their
missionary receptiveness. The other implements the empirical-theological praxis
cycle aiming to develop a type which enables further empirical-theological
investigation in missilogy. / Missiology / D.Th.
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Postkolonialiteit in die twintigste- en een-en-twintigste-eeuse Afrikaanse drama met klem op die na-sestigers / Postkolonialiteit in 20ste- en 21ste-eeuse Afrikaanse drama met klem op die na-sestigersVan der Merwe, Anna Susanna Petronella 30 November 2003 (has links)
Text in Afrikaans / In this thesis the term post-colonialism in the Afrikaans drama is investigated, focussing on the post-sixties. The term post-colonialism is difficult to define. Not only are theories of post-colonialism in a state of continuous flux and shifting emphasis, but as a result of different colonial dominations, separate identities have been constructed in South-Africa; so that defining the terms colonial, post colonial and post-colonial proves to be even more problematic.
The purpose of this study is to determine to what extent the Afrikaans drama fits into these discourses. The basic point of departure is the fact that post-colonialism played a considerable role in the development of the Afrikaans drama, at the same time providing a more varied scope.
The research covers several aspects of post-colonialism in Afrikaans drama; each dealt with in a separate chapter. A multitude of perspectives are featured within the broader discourse in order to obtain multiple norms and standards in a phase of self-criticism. The focus falls mainly on themes and not on performance aspects.
New perspectives on issues such as canon texts, silence, hero-worship, the portrayal of woman, patriarchy, and neo-colonialism are presented (chapter 1). In chapter 2 focus falls on the period before 1960, and notably the question of nationalism (associated with apartheid) and the portrayal of the Afrikaner. The literary canon, forms of violence and the position of the super-Afrikaner are viewed in a new light during the re-writing of post-colonial history and the resulting paradigm shifts after 1960. Renewed emphasis is placed on discourse concerning land (chapter 3). Contrasting concepts regarding race, class, language, gender and religion are reconsidered in order to contribute towards the heterogeneous nature of post-colonialism (chapter 4). The function of theatre is to re-evaluate in the context of a post-1994 democratic system. Texts now focus especially on empowerment, re-discovery and re-ordering of history, reconciliation, inter-cultural contact and a post-apartheid syndrome (chapter 5).
Anti-hegemonic resistance in Afrikaans literature since the sixties has confronted writers with the challenge of depicting or creating a larger post-colonial reality through their texts. / Afrikaans & Theory of Literature / D. Litt. et Phil. (Afrikaans)
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An exploration of South African diversity dynamicsPretorius, Marius 30 November 2003 (has links)
Diversity has, over the last few decades, become a burning issue on the agenda of most companies. Current diversity-related interventions are mainly based on behaviouristic and socio-cognitive approaches. In this research diversity was approached from the systems psychodynamic paradigm. The general aim was to gain an understanding of the diversity dynamics that manifests in an South African diversity experience. The literature review focussed on diversity in the workplace, on the group relations training model, and on the application of the group relations training model to diversity. Qualitative research was done by interviewing a sample of 15 delegates who attended the November 2000 Robben Island Diversity Experience. These unstructured interviews were used to obtain in-depth information about the participant's experience and the data was analysed hermeneutically. The emerging themes were `crossing the boundary, engage the new world, the ties that bind, being imprisoned, the struggle, the road to reconciliation, integration and healing, back to the future and the crucible'.
It is recommended that South African organizations make more use of the systems psychodynamic approach to study the manifestations of diversity dynamics. The aim is not to replace the other approaches to diversity, but to add a perspective that can enhance awareness and sensitivity to the covert, unconscious and irrational forces that impact on diversity. / Industrial and Organisational Psycology / M. A.(Industrial and Organisational Psycology)
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The development of a measuring instrument to determine the educational focus of students at a nursing collegeMouton, Chautnette 31 January 2007 (has links)
The question the researcher set out to answer was "What is the educational focus of a nursing college when viewed within Bevis and Watson's Humanistic-Educative-Caring Curriculum Paradigm versus a Stimulus-Response Curriculum Paradigm?" The purpose of this study was to develop and test an instrument based on the Bevis and Watson Humanistic-Educative-Caring Model; an educational paradigm shift from the Tylerian rationale in nursing education.
A questionnaire comprising 181 Two-Choice Comparative-Value-Statement Items was developed and tested. A non-experimental research design was implemented. During the developmental phase, a non-probability, purposive sample was used; the questionnaire (instrument) was developed; data were analysed by applying content analysis and the questionnaire was refined. During the testing phase a stratified, random sample was used consisting of first to fourth year students from two nursing colleges from the Gauteng Province; the items were tested against biographic data and hypotheses resulting from the Bevis and Watson model. Six conceptual continuums comprise the Bevis and Watson model namely, the Learner Maturity Continuum, the Teacher-student relationship, the Teacher-student structure, the Typology of Learning, Criteria for Teacher-Student Interactions and Criteria for Selecting and Devising Learning Experiences. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were utilised.
The results indicated that the educational focus of the respondents with regard to the Bevis and Watson model was predominantly humanistic. The exception occurred with regard to TUTOR: Teacher-student structure; pertaining to hypothesis 7 on language; and hypothesis 9 on gender, where a behaviouristic orientation appears to prevail. Significant differences were found between the model variables (conceptual continuums) and year group, language, college A and B, and gender. In hypothesis 5, although a humanistic orientation predominated, the 4th year students tended to display an increasing behaviouristic orientation. In hypothesis 8, although a humanistic orientation predominated, college A appeared less humanistic than college B.
Recommendations were made regarding nursing education and further research studies to refine the instrument. The implementation of the Bevis and Watson model calls for a curriculum paradigm shift in nursing education. / Health Studies / D.Litt. et Phil.
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The appropriation of African traditional healing by the Zionist Churches: a challenge to the mission churches in Gaborone ”Botswana”Matsepe, Shale Solomon 30 November 2004 (has links)
The Zionist type of churches under the African Independent Churches have proven to be a force to be reckoned with against the more organized ecclesiastical movements (in particular the Mission Churches). This can be seen in their emphasis around matters related to culture and its methods of healing. As s result this led to the migration of people from the mission churches to these churches and threatened their existence in Botswana. The mission churches have been experiencing the decline in their membership to the Zionist churches because of the lack of openness to the cultural and the value systems of Batswana in Botswana. Mission churches were left with an option of doing introspection and finally acknowledging their failures to contextualise their theology and Christianity among the people they serving. Mission churches ended up opening their doors to the needs of their members. / Christian Spirituality, Church History and Missiology / M.Th. (Church History)
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The application of restorative justice in the South African correctional systemPlaatjies, Minette Feona 30 June 2005 (has links)
This dissertation is the culmination of extensive literature study on the application of Restorative Justice in the South African Correctional System. International and national resources on the application of Restorative Justice both in Corrections and as pre-sentence option had been studied.
The background of the penal system and the development of Restorative Justice as part of the Criminal Justice System are investigated by looking at ancient practices, indigenous and modern practices. The study intends to draw on experience from other countries, while at the same time advocate for the development of a uniquely South African model or practice.
The role of the most important stakeholders, namely victim, offender and community is emphasized with reference to the challenges that offenders face in terms of reintegration and the lack of resources in communities to enable them to honour Restorative Justice agreements. / Criminology / M. A. (Criminology)
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The role of school managers in managing educational changes in schools in Mogodumo region in Limpopo provinceSello, Makgoale Emily 09 1900 (has links)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the roles that members of SMTs play in their efforts to manage the present educational changes in schools. Members of SMTs are leaders and managers who hold authoritative positions in schools. They are regarded as the key personnel who are supposed to manage schools successfully. Since the present education system in South Africa is characterized by a variety of changes, school managers are not only expected to understand these changes but also to be able to manage them effectively.
The study commenced by outlining the concept change and its nature. The intention was to lay a foundation for understanding what change entails. Some of the common changes that are experienced in schools were also discussed. These included curricular and non-curricular changes that pose challenges to school managers.
Focus was primarily placed on the educational changes and the way they impact on the managerial roles of school managers. These included the changes such as the implementation of OBE, NCS and IQMS. Reference was also made to the application of some of the educational policies that contribute towards the increasing managerial responsibilities of school managers. These include the application of the present policy on norms and standards for school funding, admission policy and the abolition of corporal punishment that pose managerial challenges to school managers.
Empirical research was conducted in four randomly selected schools in Mogodumo region in Limpopo Province. Semi- structured interviews were conducted with members of SMTs in these four schools. The research findings revealed that the present school managers find it difficult to meet the new managerial expectations that are brought about by the transforming educational environment. It became evident from the research that insufficient professional development for school managers contributed towards their failure to execute their expected managerial roles. / (M. Ed. (Eduction Management))
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