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An exploration of the intergenerational relationships between young adults and older people in the Khuma community
(North-West University, 2011)Intergenerational research aims to promote greater understanding and respect between generations and contribute to building more cohesive communities. Intergenerational relationships form part of our social make–up as ... -
An exploration of the interpersonal experiences of loneliness by older people in a residential care facility
(North-West University, 2012)An exploration of the interpersonal experiences of loneliness by older people in a residential care facility It is estimated that there were about 3, 8 million older people in South Africa in 2010 (Statistics South Africa, ... -
An exploration of the psychosocial experiences of coloured grandmothers in Groenheuwel who are the primary care givers of their grandchildren
(North-West University, 2011)In various South African communities older people play a key role in looking after their children, grandchildren and unrelated children. For the purpose of this study, 50 years was considered the start of old age as motivated ... -
An exploration of the relationship experiences of older black women : applying the Mmogo–methodTM
(North-West University, 2010)Relationships are important for older black people in their endeavours to understand the world. The relationships of older black people have, however, undergone many changes. This article attempts to explore the relational ... -
An exploration of the sense of community of older persons in an economically deprived and culturally diverse residential care facility
(North-West University, 2011)The sharp increase in the number of older persons (60 years and older) is a distinctive demographic feature of the 20th century. Ageing populations and the unique challenges they pose have obliged countries worldwide to ... -
An exploration of the strategic implementation of marketing communication within social networking communication context
(North-West University, 2012)Taking into consideration the dramatic changes ushered in by the exponential growth of social networking, marketers are left without a dependable framework on how to implement social networking strategically and in alignment ... -
An exploration of the understanding of spirituality among patients and staff of the Chris Hani-Baragwanath Hospital
(2013)Until recently, the health professions have largely followed a medical model, which seeks to treat patients by focusing on medicine and surgery, and gives less importance to beliefs and to the faith in healing, in the ... -
An exploration of the water crisis in Tswaing Local Municipality South Africa : a study of Khunwana village
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the extent of the water crisis in Tswaing Local Municipality with specific reference to Khunwana village. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with five officials ... -
An exploration of transformative piano teaching in Pretoria : a case study
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)This dissertation explored the lived experiences of piano teachers in Pretoria with reference to the principles of ubuntu. Ubuntugogy as described by Bangura sets the outlines of piano teaching on a Western instrument in ... -
An exploration of WEF-Nexus coping strategies of rural women in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe and Limpopo Province, South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)This study explored the water-energy-food (WEF) nexus security and coping strategies of rural women in Chivi district, Zimbabwe and Vhembe district, South Africa. The WEF nexus is a term adopted to explore the connections ... -
An exploratory study of mothers perceptions and experiences of an unplanned Caesarean section
(North-West University, 2010)Objective The present study aimed to explore women's perceptions and experiences of childbirth by unplanned Caesarean section. Background New motherhood is characterised as a profound change, and research suggests that the ... -
An exploratory study of organisational communication practices in North West Provincial Legislature for public participation
(North-West University (South Africa), 2023)The North West Provincial Legislature, as an arm of government, is mandated to communicate with the public during its public participation processes through different communications methods such as internal newsletter; ... -
An exploratory study of perception an tolerance of noctural enuresis amongst Batswana mothers
(North-West University (South Africa), 1994)An exploratory study was carried out to investigate which explanations mothers commonly give for their childrens' nocturnal enuresis. The relationship between these explanations and maternal tolerance for nocturnal enuresis ... -
Exploring adolescents' experiences of aggression in a secondary school context
(North-West University, 2006)This article offers a perspective on adolescents' experiences of aggression in a secondary school, with a focus on the manifestation, contributing factors, consequences, and learners' opinions on aggression. An inductive ... -
Exploring adolescents' participation in decision-making in the home schooling context
(2015)Children’s rights to participate in decision-making in matters which impact them directly, is a topic leading to increased research since the 1990s. Today, most countries, including South Africa, have included the right ... -
Exploring adolescents' perceptions of risky behaviour using the mobile phone
(North-West University, 2013)The aim of this study was to examine adolescent perceptions of risky behaviour using a mobile phone. This research may contribute to creating an awareness of risky and healthy adolescent uses of mobile phones. Anonymous ... -
Exploring African interpretations of the core values of the Choose Life Training Programme by means of narratives
(North-West University, 2010)Dealing with one of South Africa's biggest challenges, the HIV and AIDS pandemic, requires special recognition for unique and diverse interpretations of the problem. The Choose Life Training Programme (CL TP) focuses on ... -
Exploring African-orientated aesthetics in Garth Walker’s i-jusi issues of Afrika Typografika
(North-West University, 2018)This study investigates the decolonial aesthetics in Garth Walker’s typographic designs in the i-jusi editions of Afrika Typografika. For this purpose, selected typographic designs from Afrika Typografika I, II and III ... -
Exploring barriers to the promotion of children's relational wellbeing in South African school communities
(2015)The importance of promoting the health and well-being of children in educational contexts are recognised in national and international policy developments. However, according to international and local research, many ... -
Exploring beliefs and perceptions about obesity among black South African University students
(North-West University (South Africa), Vaal Triangle Campus, 2016)This mini dissertation presents a discussion of the exploration of the beliefs and perceptions of black South African university students between the ages of 18 and 24. The sample in the current study consists of 9 male ...