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Deliberate strategy and the tangible link to performance: lessons from South African higher education
(Academic Journals [©2011 Academic Journals], 2011)The notion of deliberate versus emergent strategy has long been debated. However, researchers have failed to show which method will bring about an increase in organisational performance, which is the bottom line for business ... -
Density and speed of sound measurements of imidazolium-based ionic liquids with acetonitrile at various temperatures
(2014)In the present study, the interactions between acetonitrile and imidazolium-based ionic liquids (ILs) were discussed in terms of density (ρ) and speed of sound (u) measurements. The ILs used in this study were 1-ethyl-3- ... -
Density and speed of sound of 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium ethyl sulphate with acetic or propionic acid at different temperatures
(Elsevier, 2014)In this work, new density, ρ, and speed of sound, u, were measured for IL, acetic acid, propionic acid, and their binary systems {IL (x1) + acetic or propionic acid (x2)} at 293.15, 298.15, 303.15, 308.15 and 313.15 K under ... -
The design and implementation of a strategic plan in primary schools
(The Clute Institute, 2014)Many policies, strategies and plans have been introduced in South African schools so as to acquire quality education. A strategic plan, as a mechanism of putting schools on a pathway of development and effectiveness over ... -
Developing a competency scale for sport coaches
(AFAHPER-SD, 2013)The importance of operational competencies of sport coaches is widely acknowledged in the literature, yet there appears to be a lack of research in this field. The purpose of this research study was to develop a competency ... -
Developing a competency scale for sport coaches
(LAM Publications; AJOL; Sabinet, 2013)The importance of operational competencies of sport coaches is widely acknowledged in the literature, yet there appears to be a lack of research in this field. The purpose of this research study was to develop a competency ... -
Die ergonomies ideale rekenaarlokaal vir die daarstel van leerdergeborgenheid
(2014)Ergonomics is the discipline which focuses on the impact of human needs and capabilities on the design of technological systems for the purpose of promoting harmonious cooperation between humankind and technology. In ... -
Die geskiedenis van Vereeniging
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Discrepancies between perceptions of English proficiency and scores on English tests: implications for teaching English in South Africa
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Entrepreneurial orientation of sport coaches in Gauteng Province, South Africa
(LAM Publications; AJOL; Sabinet, 2013)There is general consensus among entrepreneurship scholars that entrepreneurial orientation is associated with entrepreneurial activity. However, it is equally acknowledged that entrepreneurial processes are a consequence ... -
Evaluation of the Cummins theoretical framework for higher education in South Africa
(Taylor & Francis/Routledge/NISC, 2010)In the context of the successful bilingual education of children, the value of the theoretical framework of Jim Cummins is acknowledged by educators and researchers worldwide. This framework is also used extensively in ... -
The Evil Eye and Agoraphobia in the Maql?–Series
(Unisa Press/SASNES (South African Society for Near Eastern Studies) / Sabinet, 2013)The belief that certain people have the ability to harm other people or objects with a mere glance may well predate history. References to this superstition are contained in various Sumerian incantations dating to the Old ... -
Examining the relationship between job security, compensation and training among professional sport coaches in South Africa
(LAM Publications; AJOL; Sabinet, 2013)Sport organizations are mainly in the business of providing a service - for example sport coaching. For coaches to perform at the optimal level they need, among other things, to be provided with appropriate training and ... -
Explaining the ordinary magic of stable African multilingualism in the Vaal Triangle region in South Africa
(Taylor & Francis, 2014)The academic and public debates about language maintenance and language shift in the post-1994 South Africa distract attention from the more productive and important endeavour of explaining the nature of the multilingualism ... -
An exploration of families’ psychosocial well-being in a South African context
(Elliott & Fitzpatrick & NISC [© 2010 Elliot & Fitzpatrick], 2012)The aim of this study was to explore and describe aspects that contribute to the psychosocial well-being of families from diverse cultures in a South African context by analysing data obtained through narratives, drawings ... -
Exploring effective communication in district education offices in South Africa
(Wiley Online Library, 2014)Managers at district education offices in South Africa should be able to apply a variety of communication skills effectively in a range of management contexts for these district offices to be successful. This paper reports ... -
Exploring the effect of selected biographical variables on the dimensions of the Leadership Scale for Sport : a multivariate analysis
(LAM Publications; AJOL; Sabinet, 2013)In a sport context, the coach is often referred to as a leader or manager. While the coach is involved in many relationships which include, liaising with the management and other personnel of the sport organisation where ... -
Factors affecting extension workers in their rendering of effective service to pre and post-settled farmers in government initiated and supported farming small, micro and medium enterprises
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Factors contributing to a supportive sport talent development environment
(LAM Publications; AJOL; Sabinet, 2013)Sport organisations face serious challenges such as technological, economic, social and organisational change in a competitive environment. One of the ways in which sport organisations can address these challenges is through ...
