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11 – 20 of over 1000Argues that, although the move away from traditional qualificationstowards vocational learning programmes led to UK studies which havefocused on a re‐examining of the roles that…
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Argues that, although the move away from traditional qualifications towards vocational learning programmes led to UK studies which have focused on a re‐examining of the roles that are necessary in support of the learner, there has been, however, an absence of a thorough analysis of the role of the “mentor”. Seeks to redress this by using an action research methodology to record the establishment of a mentoring support scheme for the Institute of Management Certificate in Management. This has developed seven key elements of competence for mentors involved in such programmes, which have aided the development of selection and training programmes. Responses from 72 NVC candidates to these elements have been surveyed and all were related between “important” and “very important”. Concludes that the results should be viewed in the light of the limitations of the instrument as a single source of information, and therefore further research should be undertaken.
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Stephen Carter and Amy Chu-May Yeo
This qualitative, exploratory study uses constructs from the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) and construct variables from literature, as a basis to ascertain similarities and…
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Purpose
This qualitative, exploratory study uses constructs from the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) and construct variables from literature, as a basis to ascertain similarities and differences in the behaviour by business undergraduates (UGs) and postgraduates (PGs) of mobile apps and the purpose of this paper is to suggest implications for consumer behaviour theory and marketing practice for the two groups of students.
Design/methodology/approach
Literature informed us of the paucity of research on the relationship between behavioural theory and mobile apps usage in the Asia region. An exploratory and interpretivist approach, with thematic analysis, was employed to aid in data processing.
Findings
The investigative outcomes highlighted more similarities than dissimilarities in terms of perceived attitude (e.g. mood, ethical guilt, familiarity, addiction) and more differences in perceived subjective norms (e.g. family, friends, classmates and teammates) and perceived users’ behavioural control (e.g. promotional inducements, self-confidence) towards the usage of mobile apps exhibited by two different sets of data.
Research limitations/implications
Homogeneity of participants, small sample size and generalisability of results were the main concern, hence, it warrants further research. In addition a cross-cultural comparison would be beneficial which might generate more meaningful results.
Practical implications
The research, albeit exploratory, serves as a guide for marketers and apps content providers to focus on usability of features and functions of apps as well as credibility, social context, timing, location, excitement of advertisements and promotional messages especially when marketing to the 18-30-age group. The research also shows that practitioners should be nuanced in their appeals to UGs and PGs.
Originality/value
Despite the provision of numerous mobile apps, this study, using the constructs of the TPB as a basis, offers a new insight into the reasons for, and usage of, specific and top popular apps (e.g. FB, Whatsapps and WeChat) Malaysian students used which reflects a varied behavioural dimension as opposed to planned behaviour.
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Post-Enlightenment liberalism faces a paradox: The liberal principle of legitimacy demands states justify their constitutional order in terms citizens can accept, but there is no…
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Post-Enlightenment liberalism faces a paradox: The liberal principle of legitimacy demands states justify their constitutional order in terms citizens can accept, but there is no uncontroversial comprehensive conception of justice on which to form the requisite consensus. Rawls resolves the paradox by embracing a pragmatism that abandons the concept of truth in the political forum to secure consensus and legitimacy. Philosophers have challenged the idea of justice without truth as incoherent, and social critics have attacked it as naïve. This chapter defends Rawls’s pragmatism against such critics and argues that the future of liberal constitutionalism may depend on its success.
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The latest hand operated strapping machine by Reisosa of Spain for palletised loads and bulk packaging applications in factories is now available for the first time in the UK from…
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The latest hand operated strapping machine by Reisosa of Spain for palletised loads and bulk packaging applications in factories is now available for the first time in the UK from Packaging Aids Ltd., of Ilford. The Reisosa 5240 incorporates tensioning, sealing and cut‐off facilities and is suitable for use in conjunction with heavy and light grades of polypropylene strapping.
Anna MacVicar and Gillian Brown
A management issue that is common in organizations today is how to keepon improving the quality of their products and services and ensure thatthere is a credible and creditable…
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A management issue that is common in organizations today is how to keep on improving the quality of their products and services and ensure that there is a credible and creditable commitment to outstanding customer service within each member of staff, guaranteeing that customers are satisfied. Which systematic approach should organizations take? Compares and contrasts BS 5750 with the Investors in People Award (IIP), provides a case study example, and offers some conclusions.
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When Rambo Last Blood hit the screens in 2019 to an almost unanimous thumbs down from the critics, it seemed as if Sylvester Stallone's ‘last outing’ as his iconic action hero…
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When Rambo Last Blood hit the screens in 2019 to an almost unanimous thumbs down from the critics, it seemed as if Sylvester Stallone's ‘last outing’ as his iconic action hero, John Rambo was to bow out with more of a violent whimper than a spectacular bang. But action heroes never really do know when to quit. There is always one last mission to undertake. In an online interview in September 2019, Stallone indicated that Rambo 6 could well be on the cards. This chapter will discuss not only ideas about ‘Rambo’ as a character and his character arc, but posit the idea that Stallone, through the process of gerontology, has moved through the decades to become not a simplification or distillation of a cinematic action hero, but rather a much more complex one that asks questions about the politics of the era, masculinity, fragility and ageing.
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