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Using Metaphor To Make Sense And Build Theory In Qualitative Analysis, Peter Aubusson

The Qualitative Report

This paper proposes analogical mapping as a strategy for data analysis. Research is often messy. Where it explores the unknown and follows unexpected paths it often generates unanticipated findings. Presented with extensive data and the initial analysis describing 'themes' the researcher asks, "What does it all mean?" Thus we are challenged to make sense of the world we see, to theorise and not merely describe. This report outlines a method of analysis using metaphor as a thinking tool to interpret findings from a study in education. In the study reported here, metaphor provided a means of analysis to delve deeply …

A Public Trust Argument For Public Access To Private Conservation Land, Sarah C. Smith

Duke Law Journal

No abstract provided.

Management Consultancy: Issues, Perspectives, And Agendas [Preface], Robin Fincham, Timothy Adrian Robert Clark

Research Collection Lee Kong Chian School Of Business

This issue of International Studies of Management and Organizationbrings together five articles that reflect the rich array of contemporaryresearch that is being conducted into the activities of the managementconsultancy industry. Management consultancy, in various forms, has existed foras long as complex organizations. However, its increasing economicsignificance, associated with the rapid expansion in the number ofconsultancies and the rise of large multinational consultancy firms, as well asthe influence and impact of the fashionable management knowledge and techniqueson which much of their work is based, are more recent phenomena. To date,detailed conceptual and empirical research into the work of consultants hasbeen slight …

Taxonomic Revision And Paleoecology Of Middle Devonian (Eifelian) Fishes Of The Onondaga, Columbus And Delaware Limestones Of The Eastern United States, Robert Lewis Martin

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

The Eifelian stage of eastern North America has produced the remains of a substantial number of fish taxa, mostly from the Onondaga Limestone of New York and the Columbus and Delaware limestones of Ohio. Fish specimens in rock matrix from the Buffalo Science Museum and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History were compared to rock samples taken from quarries in Cheektowaga, New York and Warrensburg, Ohio, in order to determine the units from which the fish specimens originally came. This method allowed reasonable inference into the provenance of the museum specimens.;The stratigraphy indicates that the seas of New York and …

Depression And Help-Seeking Behavior Of North Dakota Farmers: The Impact Of The Farm Crisis, Wanda J. Mcsparron

Theses and Dissertations

Little is known about the psychological impact of the current farm crisis. This study examined the incidence of depression and the help-seeking behavior among North Dakota farmers. A secondary purpose was to determine the relationship of economic stress, as well as demographic variables, with levels of depression and help-seeking behavior.

A sample of 500 North Dakota farm operators was randomly selected from Prairie Grains Magazine mailing list and asked to participate in a mail survey. 199 farm operators and 120 spouses/partners responded to the survey. Each participant was asked to anonymously complete and return the Personal Data Questionnaire, Financial Stress …

A Model Of Industrialization And International Wage Convergence Based On Multi-Plant Foreign Direct Investment, Hian Teck Hoon, Irene Ng

Research Collection School Of Economics

We show that for industrialization and international wage convergence through multi-plant foreign direct investment (FDI) to occur, the measure of the quality of the social infrastructure in the South relative to that in the North must be at least as large as the South-North wage ratio. We also show that if profitable FDI flows already take place from the North to the most productive economy in the South, then less productive Southern economies can also become recipients of FDI, provided that they are integrated into the world trading system, and there are no impediments to the decline of their wage …

Growth Equilibrium Modeling Of Urban Sprawl On Agricultural Lands In West Virginia, Yohannes G. Hailu

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports (ETD)

With dynamic economic and social changes, increasing pressure is exerted on natural resources management. Agricultural land resources particularly face growing pressure of conversion to non-agricultural uses from population and development demands for land. The continual conversion of agricultural land may have implications in terms of the loss of prime farmland, irreversible landscape changes, deteriorating environmental quality, and interference with rural lifestyles. This study models urban sprawl on agricultural land in a growth equilibrium modeling approach where the population-employment simultaneous equations system is estimated using two-stages-least-squares while changes in agricultural land is estimated using OLS on West Virginia data. Results of …

2002 December, Office Of Communications & Marketing, Morehead State University.

Morehead State Press Release Archive, 1961 to the Present

Morehead State University press releases for December of 2002.

Intergenerational Partnerships In The Design Of A Digital Library Of Geography Examination Resources, Yin-Leng Theng, Dion Hoe-Lian Goh, Ee Peng Lim, Zehua Liu, Natalie Lee-San Pang, Patricia Bao-Bao Wong, Lian-Heong Chua

Research Collection School Of Computing and Information Systems

This paper describes the engagement of intergenerational partners in the design of a digital library of geographical resources (GeogDL) to help prepare Singapore students for a national examination in geography. GeogDL is built on top of G-Portal, a digital library providing services over geospatial and georeferenced Web content. Scenario-based design and claims analysis were employed as a means of refinement to the initial design of the GeogDL prototype.

Training 4-H Teen Facilitators In Inquiry-Based Science Methods: The Evaluation Of A "Step-Up" Incremental Training Model, Martin H. Smith, Richard P. Enfield

Journal of Extension

A "Step-Up" Incremental Training Model for teen curriculum facilitators implementing inquiry-based science activities was designed and evaluated. This model involves a sequence of three training workshops that alternate with curriculum implementations. The model was evaluated using data from focus group interviews, surveys, and direct observations. Key elements in the model's design include: workshop organization; introductory session; multiple increments; effective modeling and practice; "safe" environment for reflection and review. The teens trained during the development of this model were effective in implementing curriculum activities with young children. The authors believe that this method would be transferable to other teen-led Extension programs.

Volume 40, Number 14: November 29, 2002, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

No abstract provided.

Ucc Minutes November 26, 2002, Kutztown University Curriculum Committee

UCC Minutes

No abstract provided.

Illinois State University Report, November 26, 2002, Illinois State University

Illinois State University Report (1966-2012)

Illinois State University bi-weekly employee newsletter.

The Courier, Volume 36, Issue 8, November 22, 2002, The Courier, College Of Dupage

The Courier

Stories:

Issuing Bonds And Collecting Revenue

Federal Law Protects Your Rights To Privacy

Check Yourself Out

On Campus Bakery In SRC

Cultural Awareness Wakens–Jahrmarkt Ignites The Start Of International Education Week

Paneling International Insight–International Students Discuss Their Views On An Array Of Topics

“A Christmas Twist”

Coach Zimmick Named To NJCAA Volleyball Coaches Hall Of Fame

People:

Thomas Porter

Graham Allison

Frederick Winters

LuAnn Zimmick

Cory Larde

Terrance Me Lemore

The Murray State News, November 22, 2002, The Murray State News

Murray State University Collection

No abstract provided.

Daily Eastern News: November 22, 2002, Eastern Illinois University

November

No abstract provided.

Volume 40, Number 13: November 22, 2002, University Of North Dakota

University Letter Archive

No abstract provided.

Buy-Sell Agreements And Nontax Issues In Planning For Business Succession, Farhad Aghdami

William & Mary Annual Tax Conference

No abstract provided.

The New Hampshire, Vol. 92 [93], No. 22 (Nov. 22, 2002), The New Hampshire

The New Hampshire Print Edition

An independent student produced newspaper from the University of New Hampshire. This volume was printed as 92, but it is the 93rd volume in the series. This was corrected in pencil.

Chimes: November 22, 2002, Calvin College

Chimes

File sharing gives students porn access by Peter Ippel

Disabled profs alarmed by fire threat by Joo Eun Kim

Names and Faces distribution policies create uproar by Joo Eun Kim

January Series promises more big names and hot topics by Erin Miller

Students indulge in seven deadly sins by Stephanie Biesheuvel

Faith-based workshop calls for initiative against sprawl by Ben Frederiksen

XC teams top in regionals by Craig Campbell

Top 10 reasons to be thankful at Calvin by Heather Lamson

Does Calvin really believe in responsible freedom? by Vito Russo

'Unlearn' trivializes real racism by Brian Besong

Faculty is here …

Meeting Minutes, Wku University Senate

Faculty Senate

Meeting regarding creation of the Division of Extended Learning & Outreach (DELO), event parking, curriculum committee, health insurance and complaint committee.

Spartan Daily, November 21, 2002, San Jose State University, School Of Journalism And Mass Communications

Spartan Daily (School of Journalism and Mass Communications)

Volume 119, Issue 60

Daily Eastern News: November 21, 2002, Eastern Illinois University

November

No abstract provided.

The Diamond, November 21, 2002, Dordt College

Dordt Diamond

• Front Page: Art Students Anticipate Sale at Centre Mall; Workshop Offered to Theatre Gurus; Mac Lab Benefits Students
• News: NISO Presents "Pictures"; Students Get Their Kick in a Local Program; IAPCHE Involved in Christian Higher Education; Davelaar Dazzles in Cello Recital
• Opinion: Biblical Gender Roles Are Equal, But Not Identical; Fighting False Fires; Senior Reflection: "Who Am I?"
• Features: Still Searching Brings Soul Searching; Romkema Publishes Poetry; Coming Together at the Cross; Freedom from Smoking; Culture Is Not Optional
• A & E: "The Ring" Delivers a Seven-Day Scare; Que Sera Selah; Building Jerusalem
• Sports: Women's Basketball Team's New Assistant Coach; …

The Bg News November 21, 2002, Bowling Green State University

BG News (Student Newspaper)

The BGSU campus student newspaper. November 21, 2002. Volume 91-Issue 61.

The Montclarion, November 21, 2002, The Montclarion

The Montclarion

Student Newspaper of Montclair State University

The Murray Ledger And Times, November 20, 2002, The Murray Ledger And Times

The Murray Ledger & Times

No abstract provided.

Daily Eastern News: November 20, 2002, Eastern Illinois University

November

No abstract provided.

The Lumberjack, November 20, 2002

Cal Poly Humboldt's Student Newspaper

The student newspaper of Humboldt State University.

Crow's Nest, November 20, 2002, Crow's Nest Staff

Crow's Nest

The November 20, 2002, issue of the Crow's Nest.