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The role of the affective domain in mathematics in Ireland: a comparative study between two cohorts of junior certificate students
(2012)
A new mathematics syllabus, called Project Maths was introduced on a phased basis
for all Irish post-primary schools in September 2010. Project Maths promotes active
learning, student understanding of mathematical ...
Exploring the marketing of higher education: evidence from the Institutes of Technology sector
(2012)
The purpose of this research dissertation is to explore the marketing of higher education
institutes, looking in detail at evidence from the Institutes of Technology (IoT) sector. The
aims of the research are to profile ...
Evaluating the power of online forums in consumer buyer behaviour
(2012)
PURPOSE: This research aims to examine the power and influence of online
forums in shaping consumer buyer behaviour in Ireland.
DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: The researcher adopted Creswell’s (2011)
exploratory ...
Transferable skills enhancement through small group work: an analysis of the perceptions of accounting undergraduate students’ in Irish Institutes of Technology to the development of transferable skills
(2012)
Traditionally undergraduate accounting degree programmes focused on technical
excellence in accounting skills. However professional accountancy bodies and
employers increasingly expect graduates to possess a combination ...
Marketing family resource centres in County Donegal
(2012)
Family Resource Centres play a key role in the Irish local communities. This thesis analyses
the marketing strategies implemented by these organisations. A literature review covers the
vision, role and challenges of ...
Collaborative practice: a resolution model for irish employment disputes?
(2012)
Ireland has a comprehensive yet complex, statutory framework for the
resolution of employment disputes. Various bodies offer conciliation,
mediation, arbitration and regulation, however the processes are taking too ...
A comparative study of portable body sensing technology and a physical activity log, in a physical activity adherence programme
(2012)
The purpose of this study is to compare the impact of portable body sensing
technology (SW3 Armband) and a physical activity log. Participants’ physical activity
adherence levels were recorded over a six month period. ...
Investigating the impact of new social media on the social behaviour of young people
(2012)
The emergence of social media tools and the enthusiasm by which young
people have embraced theses tools as one of their primary modes of
interaction is well documented in many current studies. The over-arching
focus ...