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University of Georgia

1. Graybeal, Geoffrey Michael. Youth 2.0: a study of resources used by newspapers to attract young readers.

Degree: MA, Journalism and Mass Communication, 2008, University of Georgia

URL: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/graybeal_geoffrey_m_200808_ma

► For almost three decades, newspapers have tried varying efforts to lure young readers to their products with mixed results. The Internet and technological advances have… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Resources

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APA (6^th Edition):

Graybeal, G. M. (2008). Youth 2.0: a study of resources used by newspapers to attract young readers. (Masters Thesis). University of Georgia. Retrieved from http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/graybeal_geoffrey_m_200808_ma

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Graybeal, Geoffrey Michael. “Youth 2.0: a study of resources used by newspapers to attract young readers.” 2008. Masters Thesis, University of Georgia. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/graybeal_geoffrey_m_200808_ma.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Graybeal, Geoffrey Michael. “Youth 2.0: a study of resources used by newspapers to attract young readers.” 2008. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Graybeal GM. Youth 2.0: a study of resources used by newspapers to attract young readers. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Georgia; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/graybeal_geoffrey_m_200808_ma.

Council of Science Editors:

Graybeal GM. Youth 2.0: a study of resources used by newspapers to attract young readers. [Masters Thesis]. University of Georgia; 2008. Available from: http://purl.galileo.usg.edu/uga_etd/graybeal_geoffrey_m_200808_ma

University of KwaZulu-Natal

2. Dube, End-of-Joy Silindele. Marketing opportunities and constraints of indigenous handcrafters in Izinqoleni, rural KwaZulu-Natal.

Degree: MS, Community resources, 2006, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4075

► In many cases rural crafters have had only limited exposure to the market economy and have little understanding of how it works. If the crafters… (more)

▼ In many cases rural crafters have had only limited exposure to the market economy and have little understanding of how it works. If the crafters are unable to market their products, then their efforts in making craft items are being wasted. It was for this reason that this study was undertaken. The study focused on indigenous handcraft (beadwork, basketry and leatherwork) owing to the fact that these kinds of crafts are widely produced in the area of Izinqoleni. The purpose of this study was to investigate the marketing opportunities of indigenous handcrafts, and highlight problems faced by crafters in Izinqoleni. To accomplish this, the study had to describe the productive functioning of individuals and group producers of indigenous handcraft, find out about the kinds of craft items produced, and understand what was required to produce crafts in sufficient quantities and appropriate quality for markets. It also had to identify such suitable markets and describe the market places in relation to access, requirements, and potential for economic returns of crafters, to identify the gaps in the relationships between present production by crafters and marketing requirements, identify the constraints on crafters and markets, and recommend remedial actions that need to be taken. For this study, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and personal observations were employed to obtain information. The target population of this study comprised of the individuals and group crafters, craft traders (formal and informal traders such as art and craft galleries, craft shops, farm stalls, Tourism Information Centre, beach/road side craft sellers) as well as the buyers of indigenous handcrafts (schools and Shembe religious groups). Ten individual crafters, two craft groups, seven informal craft traders, four formal craft traders, two schools and two Shembe groups participated in this study. The findings of this study indicated that, despite the constraints facing the crafters in Izinqoleni; both the individual and group crafters had great potential for producing marketable products, although groups had better opportunities in term of exposure to markets and other requirements than individuals. There was not a big difference between the craft items that were produced by the crafters of Izinqoleni and those that were available at the local craft outlets. The traders, however, did not obtain their goods from local crafters; they depended on the distant crafters for supply of indigenous handcrafts. Therefore, they were very positive in creating strong relationships with the local crafters, provided they conformed to the requirements of these markets. It was therefore recommended that the crafters form cooperatives so that they could become recognized and then be supported in every possible way. The Government policies should consider indigenous handcraft as a major contributor to the economy, and promote indigenous handcraft production and marketing by providing sufficient support and services. Advisors/Committee Members: Green, J. Maryann (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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Dube, E. S. (2006). Marketing opportunities and constraints of indigenous handcrafters in Izinqoleni, rural KwaZulu-Natal. (Masters Thesis). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4075

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Dube, End-of-Joy Silindele. “Marketing opportunities and constraints of indigenous handcrafters in Izinqoleni, rural KwaZulu-Natal.” 2006. Masters Thesis, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4075.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Dube, End-of-Joy Silindele. “Marketing opportunities and constraints of indigenous handcrafters in Izinqoleni, rural KwaZulu-Natal.” 2006. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Dube ES. Marketing opportunities and constraints of indigenous handcrafters in Izinqoleni, rural KwaZulu-Natal. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4075.

Council of Science Editors:

Dube ES. Marketing opportunities and constraints of indigenous handcrafters in Izinqoleni, rural KwaZulu-Natal. [Masters Thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4075

University of KwaZulu-Natal

3. Motiki, Antoinette Tsheboeng. Performance of income generating-projects supported by Botswana National Literacy Programme.

Degree: MS, Community resources, 2006, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4383

► The Botswana National Literacy Programme (BNLP) was officially launched in 1981 as a major adult literacy initiative. Literacy was in this case defined as reading,… (more)

▼ The Botswana National Literacy Programme (BNLP) was officially launched in 1981 as a major adult literacy initiative. Literacy was in this case defined as reading, writing and calculating. However, experience over the years of implementation showed that provision of the 3Rs is not enough but literacy needs to be made functional in order to be useful to the learners in their daily lives. Income generating projects were therefore introduced to the National literacy programme as a way of making literacy functional. It has been realized however that the BNLP supported income generating projects are failing or not doing well. The aim of this study was therefore to investigate the performance of income generating projects supported by BNLP in relation to projects meeting member' objectives, group dynamics, economic growth, members' health status, commitment to the projects, use of literacy skills in running the projects, conducting feasibility studies before embarking on income-generating projects, business management, availability of start up finance and follow up. Hypotheses of this study stated that the BNLP-supported income generating projects are failing because of projects not satisfying members' needs, group disputes among group members, lack of growth, ill health lack of members' commitment to the projects, inappropriate literacy curriculum, inadequate feasibility studies before starting the projects, business management, lack of finance and lack of follow up after training. The methodologies used for this study were participatory and survey research. Qualitative strategies were employed using focus group discussions, force field analysis, observations and questionnaires. Stratified random sampling, was employed to select the sampled population often operating and ten non-operating income-generating projects in the South East, Southern and Northern regions of Botswana. Purposive sampling was employed to select all twelve trainers of the income generating projects within the same regions. The results of this study were analysed using SPSS 11.5, and manual inspection. The results of this study supported this hypothesis to a great extent in that causes of failure of the projects were because the personal objectives of project members were not met, there was a problem of group disputes among members, ill health of some members was affecting their production, literacy skills learnt in literacy and income generating skills provided by BNLP were not adequate to be used in the running of the project and business skills are taught separately from the basic literacy skills of reading and writing and numeracy. Feasibility studies were not conducted before embarking on income generating projects and there was mismanagement of the projects. Inadequate follow up was also seen to be one of the contributory factors to the failure of projects. Hypothesis of this study was also partially rejected in a sense that, the results showed that almost all the projects received some grants to start their projects and therefore start up… Advisors/Committee Members: Green, J. Maryann (advisor), Land, Sandra (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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APA (6^th Edition):

Motiki, A. T. (2006). Performance of income generating-projects supported by Botswana National Literacy Programme. (Masters Thesis). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4383

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Motiki, Antoinette Tsheboeng. “Performance of income generating-projects supported by Botswana National Literacy Programme.” 2006. Masters Thesis, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4383.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Motiki, Antoinette Tsheboeng. “Performance of income generating-projects supported by Botswana National Literacy Programme.” 2006. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Motiki AT. Performance of income generating-projects supported by Botswana National Literacy Programme. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4383.

Council of Science Editors:

Motiki AT. Performance of income generating-projects supported by Botswana National Literacy Programme. [Masters Thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4383

University of KwaZulu-Natal

4. Mungai, Esther Wanjiku. Contribution of assets, group management, benefits and community support to the success of Maphephethe rural women's groups.

Degree: M.Soc.Sc, Community resources, 2006, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4384

► Women play a major role in development especially with the increasing numbers of female headed households in Africa. Today more than ever, the poor, the… (more)

▼ Women play a major role in development especially with the increasing numbers of female headed households in Africa. Today more than ever, the poor, the majority of whom are women, face the challenge of creating new survival mechanisms within their communities. One of these mechanisms that the rural women of Maphephethe, (like their counter parts in other parts of Africa) have created is the formation of welfare groups which undertake various activities for income generation. This is to enable the women to meet their basic needs. However success of these groups depends on various factors such as access to assets. Women by virtue of their gender lack access to assets and they operate within structures of inequality which discriminate and deny them equal opportunities to participate in development. Maphephethe is located in the rural KwaZulu-Natal midlands, in the Ndwedwe district. The area like many parts of rural KwaZulu-Natal is characterised by poor social and physical infrastructure. The purpose of this study was to investigate the contribution of assets, group management, constraints, benefits and community support to the success of Maphephethe women's groups. The study therefore looked at how the groups functioned, the constraints faced, the benefits derived from group participation and the way the community perceived these groups. All these factors were looked at in relation to success. A combination of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies were used for this study. These were observation, focus groups, Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) techniques, de Wet Schutte P-Index, semi-structured interviews and in-depth interviews with key informants who were leaders of the groups. The study found that successful groups were of mixed gender, accessed more assets, undertook more activities and functioned better. These groups also had higher education levels than those which were less successful and were also perceived more favourably by the outsiders. Education and asset access were crucial factors to the success of women's groups. The members of successful groups were more committed, had a higher sense of belonging and realised more income from their groups. This study summed up crucial factors for success of women's groups as access to assets, diversified activities, high education levels, good management, committed members, community support, networking, and realisation of incomes by group members. The ability of the rural women's groups to participate effectively in their development activities is constrained by illiteracy (which results to poor management) and other factors such as lack of capital and information. In view of the constraints, it is recommended that development agencies create links with these groups to understand the effects of their collective action in the area. There is a dire need for capital to improve the women's activities, training of all the group members on issues ranging from group dynamics, basic education and skills. Literacy training could be combined with income… Advisors/Committee Members: Green, J. Maryann (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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APA (6^th Edition):

Mungai, E. W. (2006). Contribution of assets, group management, benefits and community support to the success of Maphephethe rural women's groups. (Masters Thesis). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4384

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mungai, Esther Wanjiku. “Contribution of assets, group management, benefits and community support to the success of Maphephethe rural women's groups.” 2006. Masters Thesis, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4384.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mungai, Esther Wanjiku. “Contribution of assets, group management, benefits and community support to the success of Maphephethe rural women's groups.” 2006. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Mungai EW. Contribution of assets, group management, benefits and community support to the success of Maphephethe rural women's groups. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4384.

Council of Science Editors:

Mungai EW. Contribution of assets, group management, benefits and community support to the success of Maphephethe rural women's groups. [Masters Thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4384

University of KwaZulu-Natal

5. Ndlela, Rejoice Nomusa. Local governance and traditional leadership : a case study of Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela, and Amajuba Districts in KwaZulu-Natal.

Degree: PhD, Community resources, 2008, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4479

► The purpose of this study was to examine aspects of rural local governance within the democratic local government system in the Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela and… (more)

▼ The purpose of this study was to examine aspects of rural local governance within the democratic local government system in the Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela and Amajuba districts of KwaZulu-Natal. This study could feed into the management and policy making systems of the Department of Local Government and Traditional Affairs of the Province. It would also inform a practical traditional administration centre model. It also intends to provoke a debate on issues of rural local governance in particular within the democratic local government system in South Africa. The study looked at the evolution of the institution of traditional leadership over the years. Policy issues with regard to the functioning and structuring of traditional leadership institutions in local governance were used as a basis for this discussion. Different items of legislation relating to local government and traditional leadership in South Africa generally and in KwaZulu-Natal in particular were analysed to give insight into the issues of rural local governance. It was found that traditional leaders have always worked hand in hand with government and that the government has and still is making deliberate efforts to keep traditional leadership under its control by paying their salaries and controlling all processes and systems in the functioning of traditional authorities. National and Provincial policies were found to be giving government (both National and Provincial) too much discretionary powers regarding the roles and functions of traditional leaders. The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Local Government and Traditional Affairs (DLGTA) had transformed tribal courts into Traditional Administration Centres (TACs) in line with the government's call to bring government services closer to the people. There are sixty four TACs in the Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela and Amajuba districts of KwaZulu-Natal. This study reviews the level of functionality of these TACs over a period of 6 months. The activities of all TACs were monitored and recorded daily for the duration of the study. The study revealed that the TACs were generally not being used to their full potential. A combination of well equipped centres coupled with motivated and committed support staff is crucial for the effective functioning of TACs. The study also looked at different community centre models and compared them with the traditional administration centre model to help develop a practical traditional administration centre model. The study further recommends that TACs be linked to the Multipurpose Community Centres (MPCCs) either as extensions or satellites thereof. In terms of ownership, it is recommended that TACs be handed over to the local municipalities in order to ensure proper maintenance and sustainability thereof. As part of rural local governance, the study also investigated synergistic partnerships between the institution of traditional leadership and municipalities. This was done through focus group discussions with government officials, traditional councils, municipal… Advisors/Committee Members: Green, J. Maryann (advisor), Reddy, P. S (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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Ndlela, R. N. (2008). Local governance and traditional leadership : a case study of Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela, and Amajuba Districts in KwaZulu-Natal. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4479

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Ndlela, Rejoice Nomusa. “Local governance and traditional leadership : a case study of Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela, and Amajuba Districts in KwaZulu-Natal.” 2008. Doctoral Dissertation, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4479.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Ndlela, Rejoice Nomusa. “Local governance and traditional leadership : a case study of Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela, and Amajuba Districts in KwaZulu-Natal.” 2008. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Ndlela RN. Local governance and traditional leadership : a case study of Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela, and Amajuba Districts in KwaZulu-Natal. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4479.

Council of Science Editors:

Ndlela RN. Local governance and traditional leadership : a case study of Umgungundlovu, Umzinyathi, Uthukela, and Amajuba Districts in KwaZulu-Natal. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2008. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4479

University of KwaZulu-Natal

6. Selwe, Milane Kgalanyana. The impact of Botswana international trade fair on informal small scale clothing producers.

Degree: MS, Community resources, 2007, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4562

► Micro and small businesses have become a contributor to both reduction of unemployment and to national development. The informal small scale clothing producers in Botswana… (more)

▼ Micro and small businesses have become a contributor to both reduction of unemployment and to national development. The informal small scale clothing producers in Botswana have been supported by government through policies directed towards poverty alleviation and employment creation. Despite the government's efforts of availing financial assistance, technical expertise, promotional and marketing support, the informal small scale clothing producers do not seem to be utilising these for full benefit. Participation of the informal small scale clothing producers at Botswana International Trade Fair was expected to provide them with avenues for long term benefits through marketing their products and learning. The purpose of this study was to establish the impact of Botswana International Trade Fair on the informal small scale clothing producers. The informal small scale clothing producers have had assistance and access to promoting their products for a considerable time, with not much change in the market share and quantities of production. The challenges facing these informal small scale clothing producers has been to utilise BITF for competing with local and regional producers in providing quality products; to increase production for meeting the demands of the market; to increase profits, and expand businesses to reduce unemployment. Purposive sampling was used to select participating informal small scale clothing producers and council Home Economists while the· independent small scale exhibitors were conveniently sampled during the 2006 trade fair. Seventeen informal small scale clothing producers from the eastern part of Botswana were interviewed to establish impacts from participating at the trade fair. One producer who h-ad won most prizes at the trade fair was interviewed for a different perspective in production strategies employed. Fifteen council Home Economists, acting as liaison and change agents for the informal small scale clothing pmducers, also participated in the survey and focus group discussions. Two case studies were developed fmm in-depth interviews with independent small scale exhibitors to ascertain impact brought about by BITF on these producers. Both qualitative and quantitative approaches were used in collecting data. The results were analysed in terms of frequencies and chi-square relationships. Great similarities were found to exist between the three samples. The results revealed that there was adequate knowledge about BITF on the informal small scale clothing producers, as weil as with council Home Economists and the independent small scale exhibitors. The three groups understood the objectives of BITF to be mostly educational and followed by promotion. All the groups reported noticeable impact to be growth in the number of customers, increase in production, increase in assets, improvement in quality of products and addition of newly developed products. Perceptions of the three groups on the benefits from BITF matched what they experienced as result of participation at the trade fair. The… Advisors/Committee Members: Green, J. Maryann (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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Selwe, M. K. (2007). The impact of Botswana international trade fair on informal small scale clothing producers. (Masters Thesis). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4562

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Selwe, Milane Kgalanyana. “The impact of Botswana international trade fair on informal small scale clothing producers.” 2007. Masters Thesis, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4562.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Selwe, Milane Kgalanyana. “The impact of Botswana international trade fair on informal small scale clothing producers.” 2007. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Selwe MK. The impact of Botswana international trade fair on informal small scale clothing producers. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2007. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4562.

Council of Science Editors:

Selwe MK. The impact of Botswana international trade fair on informal small scale clothing producers. [Masters Thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2007. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/4562

University of KwaZulu-Natal

7. Sitole, Nomhle N. The influence of initiation schools on adolescent knowledge and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS and gender related issues in the Maluti Area, Eastern Cape.

Degree: MS, Community resources, 2008, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5356

► Although many cultures attach great value to young males attending traditional initiation schools, there are a number of questions that remain unanswered. Because of the… (more)

▼ Although many cultures attach great value to young males attending traditional initiation schools, there are a number of questions that remain unanswered. Because of the secrecy that surrounds these schools, there may be many opportunities for addressing vital social issues that may not be made use of or are not known. The purpose of this study was to explore the role played by the initiation schools in educating the young men about HIV/AIDS and gender related issues in the Maluti area in the Eastern Cape from the leader’s and from the initiates’ perspectives. A comparison with non-initiates was also conducted. The researcher also aimed to explore the programs offered at the initiation schools; whether initiation schools serve as a source of knowledge pertaining to HIV/AIDS and gender related issues to the young men. The researcher conducted interviews with leaders of two different initiation schools, focus group discussions with two groups of young males that had attended two different initiation schools, and also with one group of young males that had not yet attended initiation school in the Maluti area. The study was qualitative and data was analysed using content analysis. The results reflect that both initiated and uninitiated young males had attended same workshops on gender issues offered through their schools, the only difference in knowledge and attitude is therefore based on what the initiated youth learnt from the initiation school. This knowledge reflected an understanding of equity principles in treating women. In addition, the initiated young males reflected some understanding of the equal rights and treatment of women. However there was little difference between the two groups of young males, perhaps because there was apparently not much included at initiation school. Another reason could have been because the initiates did not perceive it as one of the important issues discussed since there was little emphasis coming from the initiation school, the leaders or from the visiting speakers. Advisors/Committee Members: Green, J. Maryann (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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Sitole, N. N. (2008). The influence of initiation schools on adolescent knowledge and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS and gender related issues in the Maluti Area, Eastern Cape. (Masters Thesis). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5356

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Sitole, Nomhle N. “The influence of initiation schools on adolescent knowledge and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS and gender related issues in the Maluti Area, Eastern Cape.” 2008. Masters Thesis, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5356.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Sitole, Nomhle N. “The influence of initiation schools on adolescent knowledge and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS and gender related issues in the Maluti Area, Eastern Cape.” 2008. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Sitole NN. The influence of initiation schools on adolescent knowledge and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS and gender related issues in the Maluti Area, Eastern Cape. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5356.

Council of Science Editors:

Sitole NN. The influence of initiation schools on adolescent knowledge and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS and gender related issues in the Maluti Area, Eastern Cape. [Masters Thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2008. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5356

University of KwaZulu-Natal

8. Siwila, Davy. Perceptions of genetically modified maize (as food aid) by the people in Chongwe and Magoye districts, Zambia.

Degree: M. Soc. Sc., Community resources, 2006, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5476

► Zambia is one of the Southern African countries that experienced drought between 2001 and 2003. As a result the country had low levels of maize… (more)

▼ Zambia is one of the Southern African countries that experienced drought between 2001 and 2003. As a result the country had low levels of maize harvest, which is the country's main staple food. The Zambian population depends on maize for both household food security and cash. For this reason the Government of Zambia appealed for help from the international community in order to meet the shortfall of maize with a view to feeding its starving population, particularly in the rural areas. In response to the government's appeal, World Food Programme, (WFP) a United Nations Food agency brought assistance in the form of 27,000 tonnes of genetically modified (GM) maize into the country in July 2002. The Zambian government, however, rejected GM maize in both grain and milled forms, citing health, environmental and trade concerns with the European Union. Thus the focus of the research was to understand, on one hand the government's action of rejecting GM maize as food aid, while on the other hand accepting that drought-stricken small-scale farmers would go hungry as a result of this decision. Understanding the perceptions of government action was therefore essential to understanding the situation the situation fully. In other words, was it a good scientifically based government decision, or was it one made for political gain? Moreover, the purpose of this research was to present arguments about the safety and benefits of Genetic Modification technology for the world, particularly the developing countries. The findings of the study were that the levels of GM technology awareness in Zambia low among technocrats and too low among the rest of the population. To this end, government officials, relevant NGOs and small scale farmers were interviewed. In addition, small scale farmers in Chongwe and Magoye participated in focus group discussions. The findings were that although the Chongwe community experienced drought in their area, they were of the view that the government was justified in rejecting the GM maize from 2001-12 because they did not want to contaminate their land which they regarded as very suitable for farming. On the contrary, the Magoye people were among the communities that had been anxious to get food and were therefore not happy with the government's decision. The hunger suffered at the time in this community caused them to loot the government stores of GM Maize (provided as food aid) before the government could recall the stocks. The issue of access to the GM maize was apparently more important than debating on the potential impacts that might have occurred to their community. Other findings were the Zambian government's decision to reject GM maize (as food aid) impacted negatively, both economically and socially, in these areas. The majority of small-scale farmers experienced food shortages and resorted to various coping strategies such as picking wild-fruits and roots in the bush in order for them to survive. Advisors/Committee Members: Green, J. Maryann (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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Siwila, D. (2006). Perceptions of genetically modified maize (as food aid) by the people in Chongwe and Magoye districts, Zambia. (Masters Thesis). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5476

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Siwila, Davy. “Perceptions of genetically modified maize (as food aid) by the people in Chongwe and Magoye districts, Zambia.” 2006. Masters Thesis, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5476.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Siwila, Davy. “Perceptions of genetically modified maize (as food aid) by the people in Chongwe and Magoye districts, Zambia.” 2006. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Siwila D. Perceptions of genetically modified maize (as food aid) by the people in Chongwe and Magoye districts, Zambia. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5476.

Council of Science Editors:

Siwila D. Perceptions of genetically modified maize (as food aid) by the people in Chongwe and Magoye districts, Zambia. [Masters Thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2006. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5476

University of KwaZulu-Natal

9. Tembe, Prudence Ntombifikile. The potential role of amadumbe marketing for rural small scale farmers in Mbonambi Municipality.

Degree: M. Soc. Sc., Community resources, 2008, University of KwaZulu-Natal

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5479

► Involvement in agricultural activities has generally been the main livelihood strategy for rural people. This was also the case with KwaMbonambi and Sokhulu farmers, especially… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Community resources.

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Tembe, P. N. (2008). The potential role of amadumbe marketing for rural small scale farmers in Mbonambi Municipality. (Masters Thesis). University of KwaZulu-Natal. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5479

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Tembe, Prudence Ntombifikile. “The potential role of amadumbe marketing for rural small scale farmers in Mbonambi Municipality.” 2008. Masters Thesis, University of KwaZulu-Natal. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5479.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Tembe, Prudence Ntombifikile. “The potential role of amadumbe marketing for rural small scale farmers in Mbonambi Municipality.” 2008. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Tembe PN. The potential role of amadumbe marketing for rural small scale farmers in Mbonambi Municipality. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5479.

Council of Science Editors:

Tembe PN. The potential role of amadumbe marketing for rural small scale farmers in Mbonambi Municipality. [Masters Thesis]. University of KwaZulu-Natal; 2008. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10413/5479

University of Hawaii – Manoa

10. Shibata, Atsushi. Essays on youth's behavior and economic outcomes.

Degree: 2015, University of Hawaii – Manoa

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100370

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Ph.D. University of Hawaii at Manoa 2014.

This dissertation consists of three separate empirical work on human resources especially focusing on how earlier decisions or… (more)

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Ph.D. University of Hawaii at Manoa 2014.

This dissertation consists of three separate empirical work on human resources especially focusing on how earlier decisions or behaviors of minors or young adults affect their economic outcomes in the later stages of their lives. In Chapter 1, I estimate the effect of marijuana decriminalization law on fertility. There has been a huge debate on regulations of marijuana over the past four decades. Possession of a small amount of marijuana was decriminalized in Nevada in October 2001 and in Massachusetts in January 2009. I find that there are about a 4.5 percent-age point increase in the probability of childbearing in Nevada and a 1.1 percentage point increase in Massachusetts after the decriminalization laws were implemented. Chapter 2 is a collaborative work with Dr. Sang-Hyop Lee. We investigate wage differentials between major switchers and stayers. U.S. universities allow students to change majors. Understanding this university policy is important because whether students make a right decision at the right time might have significant effects on future income. Individual's observed and unobserved characteristics affect self-selection mechanism of switching majors, which will also influence the labor market outcome. We find that for males, upward switchers gain pecuniary benefit from switching although they do not outperform stayers in a lucrative major. On the other hand, female upward switchers do not gain pecuniary benefit from switching. This suggests that ability sorting mechanism after entering college may explain earnings differential among lucrative graduates. In Chapter 3, I investigate the probability of having a STEM occupation after earning a bachelors degree. It has been well documented that workers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields affects economic growth and development, national security and innovation, and competitiveness in the global market. For these reasons, federal agencies have been making a billion-dollar investment every year to increase the number of students and graduates and to improve STEM educational programs. However, the linkage between educational attainment and employment in STEM fields has been little studied. I find statistical evidence that a non-trivial fraction of non-STEM graduates also work in the STEM fields after graduation.

Subjects/Keywords: human resources

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Shibata, A. (2015). Essays on youth's behavior and economic outcomes. (Thesis). University of Hawaii – Manoa. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100370

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Shibata, Atsushi. “Essays on youth's behavior and economic outcomes.” 2015. Thesis, University of Hawaii – Manoa. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100370.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Shibata, Atsushi. “Essays on youth's behavior and economic outcomes.” 2015. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Shibata A. Essays on youth's behavior and economic outcomes. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Hawaii – Manoa; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100370.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Shibata A. Essays on youth's behavior and economic outcomes. [Thesis]. University of Hawaii – Manoa; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10125/100370

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Addis Ababa University

11. Getachew, Abera. The Management and Utilization of Educational Material Resources in Secondary School in North Shoa Zone of Oromia .

Degree: 2014, Addis Ababa University

URL: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/6901

► The study was initiated to explore the management and utilization of educational material resources in selected secondary schools of North Shoa. It attempted to identify.… (more)

▼ The study was initiated to explore the management and utilization of educational material resources in selected secondary schools of North Shoa. It attempted to identify. How are educational material resources managed and utilized to achieve educational objectives in secondary schools? To realize the purpose of the study, descriptive survey research design was selected which helps researcher to have understanding of the problem by studying the current status, nature of the prevailing conditions, practices and trends through relevant and precise information. Mixed research method is particularly important in complementing the limitation of each method by another. Both primary and secondary sources of data were used in the study. Three different but complementary data collection instruments such as questionnaire, interview and FGD were used for the sampling technique. Whereas, FGD participants (selected teachers and administrative staffs), interview participants (WEOH, principals and administrative staffs) and questionnaire participants (teachers) where selected. Accor0dingly, the study was carried out on five secondary schools that were selected using random sampling technique. The study also involved 81 teachers, 5 secondary school principals, five WEOH, and eleven administrative staffs; the total of 102 respondents. Data were analyzed and interpreted using both quantitatively and qualitatively. The data collected through questionnaire were analyzed quantitatively: percentages and mean were used; qualitative data collected through interviews and FGDS and open ended questions were analyzed by explanation as well as in narrative form. The finding of the study revealed that, there are noticeable short coming in the management of educational material resources. Among these, in adequate 5knowledge of principals and school board in resource management, delay in purchasing, lack of gathering pertinent information during purchasing, lack of utilization of available resources exhaustively, delay in distribution of material resources, lack of exchange of information among distribution and allocation bodies, lack of need assessment during planning and inventory control were the major challenges in the management and utilization of educational materials resources. Accordingly, the conclusion drawn is that the management of educational material resources in secondary schools under consideration was less than expectation. Finally, recommendations for addressing this issues were proposed as, among other things provision of awareness raising instruction, organizing a committee responsible for material resources management and utilization, conduct research by DOFED and OFED as to how to improve the function of the organization, developing a sense of ownership among the school community and preventive maintenance for wanton or other damages so as to improve the management and utilization of educational material resources Advisors/Committee Members: Hailesellassie Woldegerima (Asst. prof) (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: material resources

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Getachew, A. (2014). The Management and Utilization of Educational Material Resources in Secondary School in North Shoa Zone of Oromia . (Thesis). Addis Ababa University. Retrieved from http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/6901

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Getachew, Abera. “The Management and Utilization of Educational Material Resources in Secondary School in North Shoa Zone of Oromia .” 2014. Thesis, Addis Ababa University. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/6901.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Getachew, Abera. “The Management and Utilization of Educational Material Resources in Secondary School in North Shoa Zone of Oromia .” 2014. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Getachew A. The Management and Utilization of Educational Material Resources in Secondary School in North Shoa Zone of Oromia . [Internet] [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/6901.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Getachew A. The Management and Utilization of Educational Material Resources in Secondary School in North Shoa Zone of Oromia . [Thesis]. Addis Ababa University; 2014. Available from: http://etd.aau.edu.et/dspace/handle/123456789/6901

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Nairobi

12. Mwazumbo, Paul M. Organizational Resources, Dynamic Capabilities, Evironmental Dynamism and Organizational Performance of Large Manufacturing Companies in Kenya .

Degree: 2016, University of Nairobi

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/100080

► Strategic management is concerned with how firms develop and sustain competitive advantage. Performance being the ultimate goal depends on the sustenance of the competitive advantage… (more)

▼ Strategic management is concerned with how firms develop and sustain competitive advantage. Performance being the ultimate goal depends on the sustenance of the competitive advantage in the end. Several theories have been brought forth to try to explain this phenomenon, but currently there still exist inconsistencies and studies done have been inconclusive. Since large manufacturing companies in Kenya have the same motivation of optimizing performance, they may use their varied dynamic capabilities to alter existing resource base to counter the ever-changing effects of environmental dynamism in order to achieve sustainable competitive advantage. This study conceptualized the relationship between organizational resources, environmental dynamism, dynamic capabilities and organizational performance of large manufacturing companies in Kenya. The study used a structured questionnaire to obtain data from managers of 56 large manufacturing companies listed in the Kenya Association of Manufacturers database of 2014, which were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. It was observed that several factors influence performance, key among them being organizational resources. The study revealed that organizational resources have significant influence on organizational performance; organizational resources has significant influence on dynamic capabilities; the external dynamism has no significant moderating influence on the relationship between organization resources and dynamic capabilities. Dynamic capabilities have no significant intervening influence on the relationships between organizational resources and financial performance but have a significant intervening effect on the relationship between organizational resources and non-financial performance; the joint effect of organizational resources, dynamic capabilities and environmental dynamism on organizational performance is significantly different from the independent effect of each study variables. Theoretical implications of the study illustrate full support of the resource-based theory from dynamic capabilities, evolutionary theory from dynamic capabilities, stakeholders’ theory from organizational performance, open system theory and contingency theory from environmental dynamism. Methodological implication show operationalization of the organizational resources as an independent variable, environmental dynamism as a moderating variable, dynamic capabilities as the mediating variable and organizational performance as the dependent variable. All the indicators were measured using Likert type scale. Managerial implication illustrate that organizations embrace the sustainable balanced scorecard performance measurement, employ organizational resources through altering the same using dynamic capabilities regardless of the degree of environmental dynamism. This study was able to confirm that the resource based theory; evolutionary economic theory and stakeholders’ theory are relevant. It was also able to provide a link between the resources based view theory and…

Subjects/Keywords: Organizational Resources

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Mwazumbo, P. M. (2016). Organizational Resources, Dynamic Capabilities, Evironmental Dynamism and Organizational Performance of Large Manufacturing Companies in Kenya . (Thesis). University of Nairobi. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11295/100080

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mwazumbo, Paul M. “Organizational Resources, Dynamic Capabilities, Evironmental Dynamism and Organizational Performance of Large Manufacturing Companies in Kenya .” 2016. Thesis, University of Nairobi. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/11295/100080.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mwazumbo, Paul M. “Organizational Resources, Dynamic Capabilities, Evironmental Dynamism and Organizational Performance of Large Manufacturing Companies in Kenya .” 2016. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Mwazumbo PM. Organizational Resources, Dynamic Capabilities, Evironmental Dynamism and Organizational Performance of Large Manufacturing Companies in Kenya . [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/100080.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

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Mwazumbo PM. Organizational Resources, Dynamic Capabilities, Evironmental Dynamism and Organizational Performance of Large Manufacturing Companies in Kenya . [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/100080

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Columbia University

13. Kotsidas, Panagiotis Spyros. New Vistas in Solar Concentration with Gradient Index Optics.

Degree: 2012, Columbia University

URL: https://doi.org/10.7916/D8RX9K9N

► Four innovations in the fields of optical design and solar concentration are presented: a) the derivation of fundamentally new gradient-index (GRIN) distributions for perfect optical… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Power resources

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Kotsidas, P. S. (2012). New Vistas in Solar Concentration with Gradient Index Optics. (Doctoral Dissertation). Columbia University. Retrieved from https://doi.org/10.7916/D8RX9K9N

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Kotsidas, Panagiotis Spyros. “New Vistas in Solar Concentration with Gradient Index Optics.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, Columbia University. Accessed February 24, 2020. https://doi.org/10.7916/D8RX9K9N.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Kotsidas, Panagiotis Spyros. “New Vistas in Solar Concentration with Gradient Index Optics.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Kotsidas PS. New Vistas in Solar Concentration with Gradient Index Optics. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Columbia University; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.7916/D8RX9K9N.

Council of Science Editors:

Kotsidas PS. New Vistas in Solar Concentration with Gradient Index Optics. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Columbia University; 2012. Available from: https://doi.org/10.7916/D8RX9K9N

University of Arizona

14. Halbrook, Andronike Kandres. Bouteloua Curtipendula (Poaceae): Reproductive Biology, Phenotypic Plasticity, and the Origins of an Apomictic Species Complex .

Degree: 2012, University of Arizona

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/243112

► The Bouteloua curtipendula (Michx.) Torr. complex (BCC) is composed of 11 species and five varieties distributed in North and South America with its center of… (more)

▼ The Bouteloua curtipendula (Michx.) Torr. complex (BCC) is composed of 11 species and five varieties distributed in North and South America with its center of diversity in Mexico. It is characterized by tremendous morphological variation and taxonomic complexity that is most likely due to reticulate evolution, phenotypic plasticity, and the development of asexual reproduction (apomixis). Climate-induced range changes over evolutionary time may explain the origin of the morphologically diverse BCC as suites of species came into contact over time, hybridized, and created new species, cytotypes, and reproductive modes. I investigated the origins of the BCC by creating habitat suitability models based on present-day occurrence records for eight BCC taxa and hindcast these models to paleoclimate reconstructions for the Last Glacial Maximum and Last Interglacial. By estimating range dynamics over time, coupled with phylogenetic data, I inferred the locations of contact zones among taxa and identified likely progenitor taxa for various cytotypes found in the BCC. Species with large and environmentally heterogeneous distributions may have large ranges due to plastic responses to environmental variation for adaptive traits or they may maintain differently adapted ecotypes to specific habitats. I evaluated phenotypic plasticity for stolon and rhizome production in the three taxonomic varieties of B. curtipendula. My results indicate that expression of these traits is correlated with specific, local environmental conditions and not to broadly defined environments in geographic space and that phenotypic plasticity accounts for a greater proportion of trait expression than does total genetic variance. Apomixis, asexual reproduction via seed, most likely results from interploidy hybridization. There are many possible pathways that lead to asexual seed formation and understanding these pathways is important to understanding genetic diversity, demography, and evolutionary potential in apomictic and mixed apomictic-sexual populations. I discovered that B. curtipendula var. caespitosa, the only recognized apomictic taxon in the BCC, is pseudogamous, indicating that although fertilization is unnecessary to produce the embryo, it is necessary to produce the endosperm. These data also indicate that meiosis is highly irregular and results in sperm nuclei with variable chromosome numbers, which affects endosperm production, fertility and demographics in apomictic B. curtipendula. Advisors/Committee Members: Smirth, Steven E (advisor), Archer, Steven R. (committeemember), Venable, D. Lawrence (committeemember).

Subjects/Keywords: Natural Resources

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Halbrook, A. K. (2012). Bouteloua Curtipendula (Poaceae): Reproductive Biology, Phenotypic Plasticity, and the Origins of an Apomictic Species Complex . (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Arizona. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10150/243112

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Halbrook, Andronike Kandres. “Bouteloua Curtipendula (Poaceae): Reproductive Biology, Phenotypic Plasticity, and the Origins of an Apomictic Species Complex .” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Arizona. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/243112.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Halbrook, Andronike Kandres. “Bouteloua Curtipendula (Poaceae): Reproductive Biology, Phenotypic Plasticity, and the Origins of an Apomictic Species Complex .” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Halbrook AK. Bouteloua Curtipendula (Poaceae): Reproductive Biology, Phenotypic Plasticity, and the Origins of an Apomictic Species Complex . [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Arizona; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/243112.

Council of Science Editors:

Halbrook AK. Bouteloua Curtipendula (Poaceae): Reproductive Biology, Phenotypic Plasticity, and the Origins of an Apomictic Species Complex . [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Arizona; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/243112

Université de Neuchâtel

15. Vlase, Ionela. Le genre dans la structuration du processus migratoire: le cas d'une population rurale roumaine à Rome.

Degree: 2008, Université de Neuchâtel

URL: http://doc.rero.ch/record/11227

► L’objectif de ce travail est d’explorer, d’une part, comment la migration est influencée par le genre, à savoir le système de croyances selon lequel les… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: resources

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Vlase, I. (2008). Le genre dans la structuration du processus migratoire: le cas d'une population rurale roumaine à Rome. (Thesis). Université de Neuchâtel. Retrieved from http://doc.rero.ch/record/11227

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Vlase, Ionela. “Le genre dans la structuration du processus migratoire: le cas d'une population rurale roumaine à Rome.” 2008. Thesis, Université de Neuchâtel. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://doc.rero.ch/record/11227.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Vlase, Ionela. “Le genre dans la structuration du processus migratoire: le cas d'une population rurale roumaine à Rome.” 2008. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Vlase I. Le genre dans la structuration du processus migratoire: le cas d'une population rurale roumaine à Rome. [Internet] [Thesis]. Université de Neuchâtel; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://doc.rero.ch/record/11227.

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Vlase I. Le genre dans la structuration du processus migratoire: le cas d'une population rurale roumaine à Rome. [Thesis]. Université de Neuchâtel; 2008. Available from: http://doc.rero.ch/record/11227

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University of Arizona

16. Kilanowski, Allyssa LeAnn. Individual Behavioral Phenotypes of the Cliff Chipmunk (Tamias dorsalis): Effects on Female Reproductive Success and Juvenile Habitat Selection .

Degree: 2015, University of Arizona

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/582370

► Differences among individual responses to behavioral stimuli have been observed throughout a variety of taxa and these individual differences can affect female reproductive success and… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Natural Resources

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Kilanowski, A. L. (2015). Individual Behavioral Phenotypes of the Cliff Chipmunk (Tamias dorsalis): Effects on Female Reproductive Success and Juvenile Habitat Selection . (Masters Thesis). University of Arizona. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10150/582370

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Kilanowski, Allyssa LeAnn. “Individual Behavioral Phenotypes of the Cliff Chipmunk (Tamias dorsalis): Effects on Female Reproductive Success and Juvenile Habitat Selection .” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Arizona. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/582370.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Kilanowski, Allyssa LeAnn. “Individual Behavioral Phenotypes of the Cliff Chipmunk (Tamias dorsalis): Effects on Female Reproductive Success and Juvenile Habitat Selection .” 2015. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Kilanowski AL. Individual Behavioral Phenotypes of the Cliff Chipmunk (Tamias dorsalis): Effects on Female Reproductive Success and Juvenile Habitat Selection . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Arizona; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/582370.

Council of Science Editors:

Kilanowski AL. Individual Behavioral Phenotypes of the Cliff Chipmunk (Tamias dorsalis): Effects on Female Reproductive Success and Juvenile Habitat Selection . [Masters Thesis]. University of Arizona; 2015. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/582370

University of Arizona

17. Arizpe, Alexis Henry. Widespread Fire Years in Conifer Forests are Contingent on Both Winter and Monsoon Precipitation in the US-Mexico Sky Islands .

Degree: 2016, University of Arizona

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/595985

► The climate of the Southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico is marked by a bimodal precipitation regime with the majority of moisture arriving during (1)… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Natural Resources

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Arizpe, A. H. (2016). Widespread Fire Years in Conifer Forests are Contingent on Both Winter and Monsoon Precipitation in the US-Mexico Sky Islands . (Masters Thesis). University of Arizona. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10150/595985

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Arizpe, Alexis Henry. “Widespread Fire Years in Conifer Forests are Contingent on Both Winter and Monsoon Precipitation in the US-Mexico Sky Islands .” 2016. Masters Thesis, University of Arizona. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/595985.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Arizpe, Alexis Henry. “Widespread Fire Years in Conifer Forests are Contingent on Both Winter and Monsoon Precipitation in the US-Mexico Sky Islands .” 2016. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Arizpe AH. Widespread Fire Years in Conifer Forests are Contingent on Both Winter and Monsoon Precipitation in the US-Mexico Sky Islands . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Arizona; 2016. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/595985.

Council of Science Editors:

Arizpe AH. Widespread Fire Years in Conifer Forests are Contingent on Both Winter and Monsoon Precipitation in the US-Mexico Sky Islands . [Masters Thesis]. University of Arizona; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10150/595985

Texas A&M University

18. Collins, Kimberley A. An analysis of stakeholder perspectives on Texas Regional Water Planning and Management.

Degree: M.Ag., natural resources development, 2012, Texas A&M University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2000-THESIS-C636

► With the passage of Senate Bill #1 in 1997, Texans began a new era of regional water planning. The state's water policy is in the… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: natural resources development.; Major natural resources development.

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Collins, K. A. (2012). An analysis of stakeholder perspectives on Texas Regional Water Planning and Management. (Masters Thesis). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2000-THESIS-C636

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Collins, Kimberley A. “An analysis of stakeholder perspectives on Texas Regional Water Planning and Management.” 2012. Masters Thesis, Texas A&M University. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2000-THESIS-C636.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Collins, Kimberley A. “An analysis of stakeholder perspectives on Texas Regional Water Planning and Management.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Collins KA. An analysis of stakeholder perspectives on Texas Regional Water Planning and Management. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2000-THESIS-C636.

Council of Science Editors:

Collins KA. An analysis of stakeholder perspectives on Texas Regional Water Planning and Management. [Masters Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2000-THESIS-C636

Texas A&M University

19. Whitehead, Elizabeth E. Habitat conservation planning in Texas: implications of Senate Bill 1272.

Degree: M.Ag., natural resources development, 2012, Texas A&M University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2001-THESIS-W3422

► In recent decades, the United States has experienced rapid growth and development that has threatened biodiversity and species habitat. In response to this and other… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: natural resources development.; Major natural resources development.

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Whitehead, E. E. (2012). Habitat conservation planning in Texas: implications of Senate Bill 1272. (Masters Thesis). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2001-THESIS-W3422

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Whitehead, Elizabeth E. “Habitat conservation planning in Texas: implications of Senate Bill 1272.” 2012. Masters Thesis, Texas A&M University. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2001-THESIS-W3422.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Whitehead, Elizabeth E. “Habitat conservation planning in Texas: implications of Senate Bill 1272.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Whitehead EE. Habitat conservation planning in Texas: implications of Senate Bill 1272. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2001-THESIS-W3422.

Council of Science Editors:

Whitehead EE. Habitat conservation planning in Texas: implications of Senate Bill 1272. [Masters Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/ETD-TAMU-2001-THESIS-W3422

Victoria University of Wellington

20. Ammundsen, Brontë. SciNow: Multimodal Educational Resources.

Degree: 2017, Victoria University of Wellington

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10063/7040

► The necessity for this project was identified as a response to declining levels of science engagement, academic success and literacy observed in New Zealand secondary… (more)

▼ The necessity for this project was identified as a response to declining levels of science engagement, academic success and literacy observed in New Zealand secondary science education (OECD, 2016). As international advancements in sciences and technology create shifts in the current economic landscape, increasing importance is being placed on knowledge-intensive industries. This changed weighting of industry contributions to economic prosperity creates a simultaneous change in future workforce skill requirements (Gilbert & Bull, 2013). With the importance of education in long-term social and economic prosperity being long acknowledged, the changing economic climate intensifies the urgent need to address New Zealand’s declining science engagement and academic success. While the most significant facets of educational operations lie in education pedagogy and policy, the wide range of factors involved in educational outcomes yield expansive opportunities for potential innovations and commercialisation in the education sector. The opportunity for this project was derived from identifying the elements that contribute to these challenges, and isolating a gap in the market of science education resources. The purpose of this project was to research this potential market gap, as well as identifying how to appeal to it. This led to the proposal for the SciNow multimodal resource database, a resource database designed to provide engaging lesson and study materials to science students and teachers with an emphasis on real-life application of content. Through utilising the concept of multimodality, the database design proposes offering materials through ranging modes of communication to increase appeal to varying student learning preferences (Jewitt, 2008). The overall intention for the SciNow database is to raise attractiveness of science education by making it more interesting and relevant to students, thereby positively affecting educational outcomes and in turn leading to economic benefits in the form of a more ideally skilled workforce. While initial investigation focused on creating a business model for commercialising the SciNow resource database, this intention was adjusted in response to literature reviews revealing the significant performance gap between high and low achievers in science education (Education Review, 2016). In addition to New Zealand exhibiting one of the largest performance gaps in the OECD, concerns are exacerbated by the lowest performing population’s overrepresentation of Maori and Pasifika students and students from low socioeconomic backgrounds (OECD, 2015). In response to the level of inequality in science education, the SciNow proposal was adjusted to be provided to all students and teachers nationwide for free. The methodology implemented in this project was of a qualitative nature (Morgan, 1997). Interviews were conducted with secondary science teachers and students in which questioning focused on experiences with science education, including education resource availability and provision.… Advisors/Committee Members: Moeed, Azra.

Subjects/Keywords: Science education; Science resources; Education resources; Multimodality

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Ammundsen, B. (2017). SciNow: Multimodal Educational Resources. (Masters Thesis). Victoria University of Wellington. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10063/7040

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Ammundsen, Brontë. “SciNow: Multimodal Educational Resources.” 2017. Masters Thesis, Victoria University of Wellington. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10063/7040.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Ammundsen, Brontë. “SciNow: Multimodal Educational Resources.” 2017. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Ammundsen B. SciNow: Multimodal Educational Resources. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Victoria University of Wellington; 2017. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10063/7040.

Council of Science Editors:

Ammundsen B. SciNow: Multimodal Educational Resources. [Masters Thesis]. Victoria University of Wellington; 2017. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10063/7040

21. Suriya S. Effect of land use change on flooding from integrated water resources management (IWRM) perspective.

Degree: Civil engineering, 2014, Anna University

URL: http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/handle/10603/15820

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Due to rapid urbanization and industrialization, the change in the land use pattern has resulted in irreversible anthropogenic disturbances to the hydrological processes. The increase… (more)

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Due to rapid urbanization and industrialization, the change in the land use pattern has resulted in irreversible anthropogenic disturbances to the hydrological processes. The increase in impervious area associated with urban development affects the hydrologic cycle and consequently there is an enhanced risk due to urban flooding. The increase in impermeable area decreases infiltration, increases the runoff and reduces the time of concentration. Hence, for a given amount of rainfall, greater flooding is realized. Even though flood is a natural hydrological phenomenon, human modification and new developments on flood plains had accentuated the problem. This may be due to little attention being paid to the social, political, environmental, ecological, institutional, economical and legal aspects of flooding while more emphasis is given to engineering aspects of flood control. The focus of the research is to bring the hydrologic, hydraulic, social and economic aspects of the flooding under the umbrella of Integrated Flood Management (IFM) that aims to combine all the characteristics of flooding and tries to give effective solution for the problem. It also argues that flood management measures will be successful if the policies are appropriate and adequate attention is paid to social issues involving stakeholders in the decision making process. The research aims to investigate the impacts of land use changes on runoff generation process and the problems associated with the flood management. In this study, Soft Systems Methodology (SSM) was used to address social and engineering problems arising due to flooding along Adayar River in Chennai, India. Two workshops were conducted in order to define and explore the problematic situation, the role of various actors involved, to develop the conceptual model, to rank decision-making criteria and to analyze the forces for and against the solution of the problem. It is found from the study that the effect of flooding tends to be severe due to formation of sand bar at the river

References p. 219-236, List of publications p. 237-238, Vitae p. 239

Advisors/Committee Members: Mudgal B V.

Subjects/Keywords: Integrated water resources management; Water Resources

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S, S. (2014). Effect of land use change on flooding from integrated water resources management (IWRM) perspective. (Thesis). Anna University. Retrieved from http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/handle/10603/15820

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

S, Suriya. “Effect of land use change on flooding from integrated water resources management (IWRM) perspective.” 2014. Thesis, Anna University. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/handle/10603/15820.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

S, Suriya. “Effect of land use change on flooding from integrated water resources management (IWRM) perspective.” 2014. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

S S. Effect of land use change on flooding from integrated water resources management (IWRM) perspective. [Internet] [Thesis]. Anna University; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/handle/10603/15820.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

S S. Effect of land use change on flooding from integrated water resources management (IWRM) perspective. [Thesis]. Anna University; 2014. Available from: http://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in/handle/10603/15820

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Zambia

22. Shalwindi, Choolwe. Exploring sustainable water resource management from synergies of the indigenous knowledge systems of the Toka Leya people of Zambia and integrated water resource management .

Degree: 2014, University of Zambia

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/3221

► Zambia’s ethnic groups have each developed indigenous practices and systems that make up their Indigenous Knowledge (IK). This IK has not been adequately documented nor… (more)

▼ Zambia’s ethnic groups have each developed indigenous practices and systems that make up their Indigenous Knowledge (IK). This IK has not been adequately documented nor has it been used in modern approaches to natural resource conservation. IK is useful not only in managing water resources but also in ameliorating climatic variances that occur in form of droughts and floods. Such Indigenous Knowledge encompasses more than water resources management, it also takes into account other systems that play a role in the resources such as land use practices and trees. This study focused on exploring and documenting Toka Leya IK in relation to water resource management and establishing whether or not IK could be used in synergy with Integrated Water Resources Management and vice versa in the study area. The study analysed the Toka Leya IK in relation to water management and compared them to tenets of IWRM. The general research question posed in this study was: How can IK and IWRM be used in synergy to achieve sustainable water resources management among the Toka Leya of Chief Sekute? In order to achieve the research aim, specific research questions that were posed were: (1) What indigenous views are held by the Toka Leya of Chief Sekute’s Chiefdom about water? (2) Are the indigenous water practices of the Toka Leya people compatible with IWRM practices? (3) Is it feasible to incorporate the Toka Leya IK in IWRM and vice versa? Data collected was largely qualitative and hence its analysis was descriptive. The respondents were purposively sampled from the Chiefdom and Government offices directly involved in water and sanitation in the district. Key findings of the study were that the Toka Leya view water as a vulnerable and finite resource that should be conserved. The Toka Leya also use indigenous practices such as the use of flora to locate underground water sources and the basic principle of surface water retention after the wet season. There were rules and regulations that governed the abstraction and use of water resources that ensured sustainable use of the available water resources for the whole community. The rules and regulations also ensured the conservation of other natural resources such as flora more importantly riparian and high water table indicator trees. The conclusion of the study was that Toka Leya IK is indeed compatible with IWRM tenets. It is evident that Toka Leya IK has aspects that encourage participatory approach in water management. Women are not excluded from the management of water and water resources are not viewed as a free gift. Water is not considered as infinite in supply. As such the two approaches can be used in synergy to achieve sustainable water resources management in the study area. Key recommendations are that more future research be undertaken in IK along with botanical research that will validate the research findings that do not have scientific backing. Experts of IK, who are the indigenous people in any area, should be included during planning, implementation and monitoring of any…

Subjects/Keywords: Zambia-water resources-Management; Water Resources

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Shalwindi, C. (2014). Exploring sustainable water resource management from synergies of the indigenous knowledge systems of the Toka Leya people of Zambia and integrated water resource management . (Thesis). University of Zambia. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/3221

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Shalwindi, Choolwe. “Exploring sustainable water resource management from synergies of the indigenous knowledge systems of the Toka Leya people of Zambia and integrated water resource management .” 2014. Thesis, University of Zambia. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/3221.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Shalwindi, Choolwe. “Exploring sustainable water resource management from synergies of the indigenous knowledge systems of the Toka Leya people of Zambia and integrated water resource management .” 2014. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Shalwindi C. Exploring sustainable water resource management from synergies of the indigenous knowledge systems of the Toka Leya people of Zambia and integrated water resource management . [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Zambia; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/3221.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Shalwindi C. Exploring sustainable water resource management from synergies of the indigenous knowledge systems of the Toka Leya people of Zambia and integrated water resource management . [Thesis]. University of Zambia; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/123456789/3221

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Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

23. Beukes, Justin. An economic analysis of concentrator photovoltaic technology use in South Africa: a case study.

Degree: Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, 2013, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1018636

► South Africa relies heavily on fossil fuels, particularly coal, to generate electricity and it is a well known fact that the use of fossil fuels… (more)

▼ South Africa relies heavily on fossil fuels, particularly coal, to generate electricity and it is a well known fact that the use of fossil fuels contributes to climate change, as it produces greenhouse gases (GHGs). In fact, internationally South Africa is the 17th highest emitter of GHGs (Congressional Research Service (CRS), 2008). Coupled with the environmental consequences of fossil fuel use, South Africa has a further responsibility of addressing the inherited backlog of electricity provision to the rural, and previously disadvantaged communities. In an attempt to address these two problems, the government issued the White Paper on Renewable Energy. In this paper, renewable energy alternatives are proposed to replace a portion of traditional electricity generating methods. Concentrator photovoltaic (CPV) energy generation is one such renewable option available to government. CPV uses optic elements (such as lenses) to concentrate sunlight onto solar cells. Owing to the light being concentrated, the cells in CPV use less semiconductor material, which makes them more efficient in comparison to conventional photovoltaic (PV) cells. CPV is a technology that operates well in regions with high solar radiation. As such, South Africa is particularly well suited for this technology, with average solar radiation levels ranging from 4.5 to 6.5 05 ℎ/. CPV is also well suited for off-grid application, which addresses electricity demand in remote rural areas. This study is an economic project analysis of the installation, operation, maintenance, and decommissioning of CPV technology in a rural area in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The study area chosen for this purpose is the Tyefu settlement in the Eastern Cape. Tyefu was deemed ideal for this type of analysis due to four characteristics. Firstly, Tyefu is a remote rural settlement at the end of the national grid. Secondly, the community is very poor and previously disadvantaged. Thirdly, many households are without Eskom generated electricity. Lastly, the study area is located in an area with ideal irradiance levels for CPV. Two methods of economic project analysis are applied to this case study, namely a costbenefit analysis (CBA) and a cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA). Additionally, two types of CBA are performed, namely a private CBA and a social CBA. The private CBA evaluates the Tyefu electrification project from a private investor's perspective and the social CBA evaluates the project from society's point of view. The CEAs carried out compare the costeffectiveness of the traditional PV technology to that of CPV in terms of private and social costs. The private costs and benefits of the CPV project were identified and valued in terms of market prices. Then, this cost benefit profile was used to calculate net benefits which in turn were discounted to present values using a private discount rate of 6.42 percent. Three decision making criteria were generated, namely the net present value (NPV), the internal rate of return (IRR) and the benefit cost ratio (BCR).…

Subjects/Keywords: Renewable energy resources; Power resources – Economic aspects

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Beukes, J. (2013). An economic analysis of concentrator photovoltaic technology use in South Africa: a case study. (Thesis). Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1018636

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Beukes, Justin. “An economic analysis of concentrator photovoltaic technology use in South Africa: a case study.” 2013. Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1018636.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Beukes, Justin. “An economic analysis of concentrator photovoltaic technology use in South Africa: a case study.” 2013. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Beukes J. An economic analysis of concentrator photovoltaic technology use in South Africa: a case study. [Internet] [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1018636.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Beukes J. An economic analysis of concentrator photovoltaic technology use in South Africa: a case study. [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2013. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1018636

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

24. Roussinova, Vesselina. Turbulent structures in smooth and rough open channel flows: effect of depth.

Degree: MA, Civil and Environmental Engineering, 2009, National Library of Canada

URL: http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/94

► In this thesis, detailed experiments are performed to study the effect of the flow depth on turbulent structures in smooth and rough bed open channel… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Water Resources Engineering.

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Roussinova, V. (2009). Turbulent structures in smooth and rough open channel flows: effect of depth. (Masters Thesis). National Library of Canada. Retrieved from http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/94

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Roussinova, Vesselina. “Turbulent structures in smooth and rough open channel flows: effect of depth.” 2009. Masters Thesis, National Library of Canada. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/94.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Roussinova, Vesselina. “Turbulent structures in smooth and rough open channel flows: effect of depth.” 2009. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Roussinova V. Turbulent structures in smooth and rough open channel flows: effect of depth. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. National Library of Canada; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/94.

Council of Science Editors:

Roussinova V. Turbulent structures in smooth and rough open channel flows: effect of depth. [Masters Thesis]. National Library of Canada; 2009. Available from: http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/94

25. Faruque, Md. Abdullah Al. Smooth and Rough Wall Open Channel Flow Including Effects of Seepage and Ice Cover.

Degree: PhD, Civil and Environmental Engineering, 2009, National Library of Canada

URL: http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/403

► A comprehensive study was carried out to understand the effects of roughness, seepage and ice cover on the turbulence characteristics of flow in an open… (more)

▼ A comprehensive study was carried out to understand the effects of roughness, seepage and ice cover on the turbulence characteristics of flow in an open channel. To this end, tests were conducted with four different types of bed surface conditions. This includes the use of an impermeable smooth bed, impermeable rough bed, permeable sand bed and an impermeable bed with distributed roughness. Both suction and injection seepage tests were conducted covering a range of seepage rates. For the ice cover tests, two different cover conditions were used. The tests were conducted at two different Reynolds number (Re = 47,500 and 31,000). The bed roughness effect on the turbulence characteristics is seen to have penetrated through most of the flow depth, disputing the wall similarity hypothesis initially proposed by Townsend (1976). The results show that the distributed roughness shows the greatest roughness effect. Although the same sand grain is used to create the different rough bed conditions, there are differences in turbulence characteristics, which is an indication that specific geometry of the roughness has an influence. Roughness increases the contribution of the extreme turbulent events which produces very large instantaneous Reynolds shear stress and can potentially influence the sediment transport, resuspension of pollutant from the bed and alter the nutrient composition, which eventually affects the sustainability of benthic organisms. For the tests with seepage, injection increases the magnitude of the various turbulent characteristics and suction reduces the values in comparison to no-seepage condition. Effect of seepage on different turbulent characteristics is not restricted to the near-bed region but can be seen through out the flow depth. The results from the analysis of turbulent bursting events clearly show a distinct effect of seepage well beyond the near-bed region. The introduction of ice cover causes a change in mean velocity profile and increases total resistance of the channel. The magnitude of this change depends on both the bed and the cover roughness. The change in turbulent characteristics seems to be bound to the upper half of the flow and the changes can be significant with the rougher cover. Advisors/Committee Members: Balachandar, Ramaswami (Civil and Environmental Engineering).

Subjects/Keywords: Water Resources Engineering.

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Faruque, M. A. A. (2009). Smooth and Rough Wall Open Channel Flow Including Effects of Seepage and Ice Cover. (Doctoral Dissertation). National Library of Canada. Retrieved from http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/403

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Faruque, Md Abdullah Al. “Smooth and Rough Wall Open Channel Flow Including Effects of Seepage and Ice Cover.” 2009. Doctoral Dissertation, National Library of Canada. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/403.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Faruque, Md Abdullah Al. “Smooth and Rough Wall Open Channel Flow Including Effects of Seepage and Ice Cover.” 2009. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Faruque MAA. Smooth and Rough Wall Open Channel Flow Including Effects of Seepage and Ice Cover. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. National Library of Canada; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/403.

Council of Science Editors:

Faruque MAA. Smooth and Rough Wall Open Channel Flow Including Effects of Seepage and Ice Cover. [Doctoral Dissertation]. National Library of Canada; 2009. Available from: http://scholar.uwindsor.ca/etd/403

University of Minnesota

26. Bartsch, Will Melvin. Relationship between water quality and anthropogenic landscape stressors in the St. Louis River watershed and estuary.

Degree: 2012, University of Minnesota

URL: http://purl.umn.edu/130934

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University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. June 2012. Advisors: Richard P. Axler and George E. Host. 1 computer file (PDF); ix, 66 pages, appendices A-H.

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University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. June 2012. Advisors: Richard P. Axler and George E. Host. 1 computer file (PDF); ix, 66 pages, appendices A-H.

The St. Louis River drains an area of 9,412 km2 (3,634 mi2) and empties into the western arm of Lake Superior. Shortly downstream from the Fond du Lac Reservoir, the river opens up into a 48.5 km2 freshwater estuary that separates Minnesota and Wisconsin. A GIS-based anthropogenic stressor gradient was developed to characterize the anthropogenic stressors within the watershed. The components of the stressor gradient were: road density, point-source pollution permit density, population density, percent agricultural land and percent developed land. Water quality sampling was conducted at 26 sites in the estuary in both nearshore areas and above the mouths of the associated tributaries during multiple flow regimes in 2010-2011. Additional data were analyzed from 34 upper watershed sites sampled in 2009-2010. The stressor gradient was shown to be significantly, positively correlated (p<0.1) with TSS, turbidity, TP, NO2-/NO3 – N, DIN, dissolved oxygen saturation, pH, specific electrical conductivity, chloride , sulfate, E. coli, and hardness in the upper watershed. In the estuary it was significantly, positively correlated with NO2-/NO3 – N, NH4+-N, DIN, and chloride at multiple flow regime and location combinations. The strength of the correlations of the stressor gradient and water quality was generally improved by the removal of the less relevant agricultural component. Sediment-related parameters were either not correlated with the stressor gradient in the estuary or anomalously were negatively correlated. This was found to be due to the non-uniform distribution of more erodible soils. Soil K factor (an erosivity index from SSURGO) was significantly, positively correlated with the sediment-related parameters. Although it was originally designed to help stratify sampling programs across a gradient of stress and identify reference areas for restoration projects, the stressor gradient was shown to have some predictive power for multiple water quality parameters.

Subjects/Keywords: Natural Resources Management

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Bartsch, W. M. (2012). Relationship between water quality and anthropogenic landscape stressors in the St. Louis River watershed and estuary. (Masters Thesis). University of Minnesota. Retrieved from http://purl.umn.edu/130934

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bartsch, Will Melvin. “Relationship between water quality and anthropogenic landscape stressors in the St. Louis River watershed and estuary.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Minnesota. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://purl.umn.edu/130934.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bartsch, Will Melvin. “Relationship between water quality and anthropogenic landscape stressors in the St. Louis River watershed and estuary.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Bartsch WM. Relationship between water quality and anthropogenic landscape stressors in the St. Louis River watershed and estuary. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/130934.

Council of Science Editors:

Bartsch WM. Relationship between water quality and anthropogenic landscape stressors in the St. Louis River watershed and estuary. [Masters Thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/130934

University of Minnesota

27. Macdonald, Megan J. Photochemical and microbial degradation of dissolved organic matter in the Lake Superior watershed.

Degree: MS, Water resources science, 2012, University of Minnesota

URL: http://purl.umn.edu/131050

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University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. May 2012. Major: Water resources science. Advisor: Dr. Elizabeth C. Minor. 1 computer file (PDF); v, 72 pages.

Photodegradation of… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Water resources science

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Macdonald, M. J. (2012). Photochemical and microbial degradation of dissolved organic matter in the Lake Superior watershed. (Masters Thesis). University of Minnesota. Retrieved from http://purl.umn.edu/131050

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Macdonald, Megan J. “Photochemical and microbial degradation of dissolved organic matter in the Lake Superior watershed.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Minnesota. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://purl.umn.edu/131050.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Macdonald, Megan J. “Photochemical and microbial degradation of dissolved organic matter in the Lake Superior watershed.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Macdonald MJ. Photochemical and microbial degradation of dissolved organic matter in the Lake Superior watershed. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/131050.

Council of Science Editors:

Macdonald MJ. Photochemical and microbial degradation of dissolved organic matter in the Lake Superior watershed. [Masters Thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/131050

University of Minnesota

28. Oster, Ryan John. Modeling the corrosive loss of port infrastructure in the Duluth-Superior Harbor and the North Shore of Lake Superior.

Degree: MS, Water resources science, 2012, University of Minnesota

URL: http://purl.umn.edu/131055

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University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. May 2012. Major: Water resources science. Advisor: Randall E. Hicks. 1 computer file (PDF); xi, 99 pages, appendix p. 97-99.… (more)

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University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. May 2012. Major: Water resources science. Advisor: Randall E. Hicks. 1 computer file (PDF); xi, 99 pages, appendix p. 97-99.

Corrosion of steel infrastructure in the Duluth-Superior Harbor (DSH) is a concern for those who own and maintain structures that are critical for maritime transportation. Long-term corrosion rates of steel structures in the DSH were 2 to 4 times faster than is typical for other freshwater habitats, ranging from 0.06 to 0.14 mm/yr. The highest rates of steel corrosion were found at moderately to severely corroded sites and were within the lower range for corrosion of steel in seawater. It is important to know the potential roles that water quality and microorganisms play in the corrosion process to better understand why steel structures in the DSH are corroding faster than expected and to develop methods to prevent or mitigate this problem. Dissolved oxygen increased and chloride and sulfate concentrations decreased in the late 20th century in the DSH after the Western Lake Superior Sanitary District became operational. In 2010, only alkalinity, chloride, and conductivity were positively related to long-term steel corrosion rates in the DSH and interestingly, dissolved oxygen was inversely related to it. The Larson-Skold Index, which measures the corrosivity of water towards steel, decreased or remained constant at three sites between 1972 and 1996. The Larson-Skold Index was usually below the threshold for concern in 2010-2011, indicating that changes in water chemistry alone may not be responsible for the severe corrosion of steel in this harbor. Gallionella, a genus of iron-oxidizing bacteria, was more abundant within corrosion tubercles on severely corroded steel structures in the DSH where more than 109 Gallionella 16S rRNA copies/dry g of tubercle were observed, representing 2% to 34% of the total prokaryotic cells recovered from these tubercles. Gallionella bacteria were less abundant (~107 copies/dry g) on steel structures at sites along the north shore of Lake Superior. DNA from Gallionella was not detected in the water surrounding corroding steel structures in the DSH or in harbors on the north shore of Lake Superior, indicating that these bacteria were enriched on corroding steel. Sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) were also more abundant within tubercles at severely corroded sites but at least 2 orders of magnitude less abundant than Gallionella bacteria, accounting for less than 1% of prokaryotic cells within these corrosion tubercles. Considered alone, neither the abundance of Gallionella or SRB was related to long-term steel corrosion rates in the DSH. A multiple linear regression model was developed using water quality parameters and bacterial abundances to predict steel corrosion rates. The model used alkalinity, sulfate concentration, and log10 transformed SRB abundance to predict the long-term steel corrosion rate. It overestimated the long-term corrosion rate of a steel structure in one harbor along the north shore of Lake Superior and…

Advisors/Committee Members: Randall E. Hicks.

Subjects/Keywords: Water resources science

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APA (6^th Edition):

Oster, R. J. (2012). Modeling the corrosive loss of port infrastructure in the Duluth-Superior Harbor and the North Shore of Lake Superior. (Masters Thesis). University of Minnesota. Retrieved from http://purl.umn.edu/131055

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Oster, Ryan John. “Modeling the corrosive loss of port infrastructure in the Duluth-Superior Harbor and the North Shore of Lake Superior.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Minnesota. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://purl.umn.edu/131055.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Oster, Ryan John. “Modeling the corrosive loss of port infrastructure in the Duluth-Superior Harbor and the North Shore of Lake Superior.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Oster RJ. Modeling the corrosive loss of port infrastructure in the Duluth-Superior Harbor and the North Shore of Lake Superior. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/131055.

Council of Science Editors:

Oster RJ. Modeling the corrosive loss of port infrastructure in the Duluth-Superior Harbor and the North Shore of Lake Superior. [Masters Thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/131055

University of Minnesota

29. Streets, Summer Serena. Partitioning and bioaccumulation of polychlorinated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in the microbial food web of Lake Michigan.

Degree: 2012, University of Minnesota

URL: http://purl.umn.edu/131117

University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. May 2012. Major:Water Resources science. Advisor:Deborah Swackhamer. 1 computer file (PDF); vii, 61 pages, appendices A-B.

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Subjects/Keywords: Water Resources science

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Streets, S. S. (2012). Partitioning and bioaccumulation of polychlorinated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in the microbial food web of Lake Michigan. (Masters Thesis). University of Minnesota. Retrieved from http://purl.umn.edu/131117

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Streets, Summer Serena. “Partitioning and bioaccumulation of polychlorinated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in the microbial food web of Lake Michigan.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Minnesota. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://purl.umn.edu/131117.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Streets, Summer Serena. “Partitioning and bioaccumulation of polychlorinated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in the microbial food web of Lake Michigan.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Streets SS. Partitioning and bioaccumulation of polychlorinated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in the microbial food web of Lake Michigan. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/131117.

Council of Science Editors:

Streets SS. Partitioning and bioaccumulation of polychlorinated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in the microbial food web of Lake Michigan. [Masters Thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/131117

University of Minnesota

30. Krider, Lori A. Air - water temperature relationships in the trout streams of southeastern Minnesota’s carbonate - sandstone landscape: implications for climate change, brown trout biological processes, and land management.

Degree: MS, Water resources science, 2012, University of Minnesota

URL: http://purl.umn.edu/132321

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University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. June 2012. Major: Water resources science. Advisor: Joe Magner, Chair. 1 computer file (PDF); vi, 50 pages.

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University of Minnesota M.S. thesis. June 2012. Major: Water resources science. Advisor: Joe Magner, Chair. 1 computer file (PDF); vi, 50 pages.

Carbonate - sandstone geology in southeastern Minnesota creates a heterogeneous landscape of springs, seeps, and sinkholes that supply groundwater into streams. Air temperatures have been shown to be effective predictors of water temperature in surface - water dominated streams. However, no published work investigates the relationship between air and water temperatures in groundwater - fed streams across watersheds. We used simple linear regression models to examine air - water temperature relationships for 40 groundwater - fed streams in Southeastern Minnesota. A 40 - stream, weekly time scale, composite linear regression model has an R2 of 0.83, a slope of 0.38, and an intercept of 6.63. Regression models were also combined by common intercept and slope and split into winter and non - winter air temperature regimes to allow approximation of winter water temperature regimes based on non - winter data. The air - water temperature relationships for groundwater - fed streams are different in slope and intercept compared to surface - water dominated streams. The high R2 values demonstrate that air - water temperature regression models for groundwater - fed streams may be useful in predicting the thermal regimes for these systems under future climate scenarios. Climate change is expected to alter the thermal regime of groundwater - fed systems but will most strongly affect streams that are more vulnerable to climate change and will do so at a slower rate than surface - water dominated systems. A regression model of intercept vs. slope can be used to identify streams for which water temperatures are more meteorologically controlled than hydrologically controlled, and thus more vulnerable to climate change, with evidence provided by an investigation into the resulting mean summer water temperature under a moderate climate change scenario for various types of linear regression models. Modeling the possible increases in mean summer water temperature provides insight into the potential effects of climate change on the amount of suitable brown trout habitat as well as the possible effects on brown trout biological processes and behavior. Information on possible future thermal conditions and can be used to guide restoration versus management strategies to protect the thermal integrity of trout streams and ensure the persistence of their stenothermic communities.

Advisors/Committee Members: Joe Magner, Chair.

Subjects/Keywords: Water resources science

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Krider, L. A. (2012). Air - water temperature relationships in the trout streams of southeastern Minnesota’s carbonate - sandstone landscape: implications for climate change, brown trout biological processes, and land management. (Masters Thesis). University of Minnesota. Retrieved from http://purl.umn.edu/132321

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Krider, Lori A. “Air - water temperature relationships in the trout streams of southeastern Minnesota’s carbonate - sandstone landscape: implications for climate change, brown trout biological processes, and land management.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Minnesota. Accessed February 24, 2020. http://purl.umn.edu/132321.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Krider, Lori A. “Air - water temperature relationships in the trout streams of southeastern Minnesota’s carbonate - sandstone landscape: implications for climate change, brown trout biological processes, and land management.” 2012. Web. 24 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Krider LA. Air - water temperature relationships in the trout streams of southeastern Minnesota’s carbonate - sandstone landscape: implications for climate change, brown trout biological processes, and land management. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 24]. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/132321.

Council of Science Editors:

Krider LA. Air - water temperature relationships in the trout streams of southeastern Minnesota’s carbonate - sandstone landscape: implications for climate change, brown trout biological processes, and land management. [Masters Thesis]. University of Minnesota; 2012. Available from: http://purl.umn.edu/132321

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