C/S/97. Proposal. Meeting the Needs of Library Service Users

The paper offers a power point presentation of the research proposal into the needs of library services for Health Service Executives (HSE). The aims and objectives of the research are identified; a review of the Library and Information Commission's (LIC) paper is presented; the research hypothesis is formulated; the structure and methods of the study are described.

S/EC/43. Dissertation. Politics versus Progression: Who is making the most progress?

The dissertation investigates progressive methods of education used in UK secondary schools reviewing the Education Manifestoes of the main political parties and discussing approaches to education developed by Summerhill, Montessori, Waldorf (Steiner), etc.

S/EC/34. Dissertation. Training through e-learning

The dissertation investigates the effectiveness of e-learning as a new method of training provided by College in London for the training in health and safety. The research is based on the qualitative analysis of primary data (participant observation, questionnaires and interviews) and secondary data. A literature review touches on the theories of technology-based training (TBT), e-learning, learners' motivation, etc. Conclusions are made about the effectiveness of e-learning as a new delivery of training.

E/EC/16. Dissertation + Proposal. Effects of educational visits on learning History

The paper offers a research proposal into the role of educational visits as a tool of teaching History at school. The methods of qualitative research are mapped out including interviews, questionnaires and observation; academic sources of reference are identified; the projectÌs timescale is outlined.

S/EC/30. Dissertation. 'Boys and Girls Come Out to Play¿' A Small-Scale Study to Examine How Gender Affects the Way in Which Children Play within the Early Years Setting

This dissertation was written to determine whether gender plays a significant role in play within the early years. The literature review examines these issues and suggests that gender does play its part. The study investigated pre-school aged children in early years settings. With the completion of the dissertation, it was felt that a valuable insight was gained into how play is related to gender within the early years. The knowledge gained from the research for this dissertation could allow workers to effectively implement a stimulating play setting which is of equal interest and enjoyment to both boys and girls.

C/EC/24. Project Proposal. The use of mathematical software in teaching geometry problem solving to children

This paper is a proposal for a research that aims to examine the effectiveness of using mathematical software technology in the classroom.

P/HR/311. Dissertation. Stress in full-time students with part-time jobs

The dissertation investigates the degree of vulnerability to stress among full-time students who have a part-time job during the academic year. Literature is reviewed on the theory of stress focusing on stress among students. Research methods include the analysis of primary data obtained through sampling and questionnaires. Conclusions are made about the potential for students to suffer from stress.

P/EC/34. Dissertation. Reaction to exam stress in male and female students

The dissertation investigates the gender differences in coping with stress conducting a study of German students’ coping strategies related to examination stress. A literature review touches upon the theories of stress and coping, cultural dimensions, depression, gender coping styles, test anxiety, gender relations in German history, social and educational changes for women in Germany, etc. A case study of the Heinrich Heine University students is conducted using primary research methods (structured and semi-structured interviews) and analyzing the data with reference to the secondary research of academic sources. Conclusions are made about the reaction to exams stress in male and female students.

P/EC/33. Proposal. Course Management System in higher education

The paper offers a proposal for the study of e-learning focusing on the Course Management System (CMS) and its implications for higher educational institutions. Academics’ attitudes to CMS technologies are reviewed; CMS types are outlined; the reasons behind adopting and non-adopting of CMS by faculty members are discussed identifying the main barriers to CMS adoption. A case study of CMS usage in London University is proposed discussing research methodology.

P/EC/32. Dissertation. Motivations behind higher education in various groups of students

The dissertation examines the motivation to engage in higher education in various groups of students focusing on traditional and mature students. A literature review is offered touching on the theories of motivation and learning, the gender issues of learning, etc. Secondary research data are analysed and applied to the primary data collected through a questionnaire. Conclusions are made about motivational differences between traditional and mature university students in terms of participating in higher education.

S/EC/25. Dissertation. Attitudes towards grade retention in primary school pupils

The dissertation investigates the issues of grade retention in US primary school pupils providing description of the general school environment and retention situation in the United Sates, the theoretical framework and a case study of teachers’ attitudes towards grade retention. The literature review touches on the problems of adjustment, child academic assessment at school, cognitive and intellectual development, etc. Primary data is collected through interviews and combined with secondary research findings. Conclusions are made about the programmes and strategies aimed to boost retention efficiency.

E/EC/13. Dissertation. Computer aided learning in teaching special needs pupils

The dissertation aims to investigate the use of computer aided learning (CAL) in teaching special education needs (SEN) children reporting on the development (design, implementation and evaluation) of a CAL system for the teaching of Key Stage 1 English to SEN pupils. A literature review covers the theories and styles of learning, national curriculum requirements in English teaching, the existing CAL systems, the issues of computer/learner interaction, etc. The study is based on primary (interviews with class teachers) and secondary research methods. Conclusions are made about the efficiency of the system and the limitations of the project development.

C/EC/23. The relationship developed between community practice teachers and health visitor students in clinical placement. Do community practice teachers act as facilitators during the placement period?

The present study is a research which was designed in order to examine the effectiveness of community practice teachers. Do community practice teachers act as facilitators for health visitor students during their clinical placement? And what is the relation developed between the teacher and the students? Also, which strategies do community practice teachers teach to their students in order to prepare them for their placement? These issues are examined through the study with the implementation of a research where health visitor students participated and offered their view regarding the aforementioned issues. The results of the study were analysed and certain conclusions were drawn. The findings of the study were compared to the findings of past literature in the field of nursing and health education.

C/EC/20. Master’s Dissertation. The relationship developed between community practice teachers and health visitor students in clinical placement. Do community practice teachers act as facilitators during the placement period?

The present study is a research which was designed in order to examine the effectiveness of community practice teachers. Do community practice teachers act as facilitators for health visitor students during their clinical placement? And what is the relation developed between the teacher and the students? Also, which strategies do community practice teachers teach to their students in order to prepare them for their placement? These issues are examined through the study with the implementation of a research where health visitor students participated and offered their view regarding the aforementioned issues. The results of the study were analysed and certain conclusions were drawn. The findings of the study were compared to the findings of past literature in the field of nursing and health education.

E/EC/10. Dissertation. What do Thai postgraduate students think of UK universities?

The dissertation aims to investigate the perception of the British universities among Thai students identifying key criteria in selecting UK universities for their postgraduate studies. The review of literature covers the theories on consumer behaviour, decision making, destination choice models, quality issues in higher education, etc. Research methods are based on the selection and analysis of primary data (personal interviews) and secondary data on the motivating factors of consumer behaviour. Conclusions are made about the satisfactory factors and areas of concern in UK postgraduate education with respect to Thai students.

P/EC/23. Dissertation. Migrant school education in China: documentary research

The dissertation aims to investigate the impacts of internal migration in China on the education of school-age children offering a review of the types of migration, social make-up of migrant population, economic and demographic characteristics of Chinese migrant children, current developments in migration education, legislation on migrant education, etc. Case studies of local migrant schools in Beijing are conducted highlighting their poor conditions, low incomes of the teaching staff, frequent mobility of the students, issues of school financing, etc. Policy proposals are made on managing migrant education.

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