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Access/Preparatory Studies Programmes at LYIT – Students’ Perspectives
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08)There is little available research about the opinions and experiences of students who undertake Access/Preparatory Studies programmes in Ireland. This is an exploratory project which attempts to address this lack of ... -
Accounting practice in the new millennium: a practitioner’s view
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2006)The business environment is constantly changing and evolving, resulting in significant change on the nature of the accountants work in practise. Accountants are of vital importance to the efficient operation of the economy. ... -
Active and collaborative learning items on the Irish Survey of Student Engagement (ISSE); Interpretations of, and responses to by students and staff of the Department of Science at LYIT
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2016-08-31)This study focusses specifically on questions on collaborative learning within the area of ‘Active learning’ in the Irish Survey of Student Engagement (ISSE) which was piloted in Ireland in 2013 and was rolled out in full ... -
Approaches to small firm marketing: challenges and opportunities
(Cork Institute of Technology, 2009)This paper explores approaches to marketing by small firms in Ireland. Specifically the research studies the experience of small firms based in Donegal. The objective of this study was to identify the usage levels and ... -
Are Pupils with disabilities being adequately supported in Gaeltacht Primary Schools: the professionals’ perspective?
(2020-07)This study researched the adequacy of supports available to pupils with disabilities in Gaeltacht schools, from the perspectives of professionals working work them daily, SNAs, teachers and principals. Through a critical ... -
Attitudes towards honesty and misconduct in modern business: evidence from business graduates
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2011)Since the recession began there has been a reduced credit flow in this country. As a result many companies have found themselves insolvent. For viable companies there is an option available called examinership. This ... -
Audit firm rotation - its impact on auditor independence: an irish perspective
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2010)Auditor independence is a cornerstone of the auditing profession and recent challenges of the audit independence assumption have impelled the accounting profession to consider ways of improving the credibility of audit ... -
Building a business network: the experiences of immigrant entrepreneurs
(Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2013)Purpose – The importance of networks with respect to acquiring the resources needed for business creation is one of the main areas within entrepreneurship research. Although there is significant literature on the use of ... -
Can Music be used in the Senior Years of the Primary School as a Positive Learning Experience to Support Children with identified Educational and Behavioural needs?
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The aim of this paper is to investigate if music can be used in the senior years of the primary school as a positive learning experience to support children with identified educational and behavioural needs. The reason ... -
Can Technology enhanced Learning improve Students’ Performance and Learning Experience, as part of a Blended Learning Environment
(2020-08)The use of a blended learning approach to complement traditional face to face learning in higher education is continuing to evolve as an emerging trend. A blended learning teaching pedagogy can enhance the teaching and ... -
Can working on an entrepreneurial project within a Level 7 fashion degree course improve entrepreneurial self-efficacy and career readiness?
(2020-06)The purpose of this study is to revise the current educational pedagogy on a Level 7 fashion degree module, by introducing an experiential entrepreneurship project to understand if it can encourage a greater entrepreneurial ... -
A Case Study Exploring Teachers’ Experiences of Peer Observation of Teaching in a Post-Primary Context
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)A transition towards teacher autonomy, teacher collaboration and context specific learning as foci of teacher professional development coupled with exposed weaknesses in traditional externally controlled professional ... -
A case study into Student perception of creativity within Junior Cycle English, with specific focus on the use of descriptors as a motivating factor in CBA1, the oral presentation
(2020-07)This thesis seeks to understand student perception of creativity in the Junior Cycle English course. The thesis is particularly concerned with how students comprehend the concept of creativity and if they consider themselves ... -
A case study of Letterkenny in 2020: a scenario planning approach
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2011)The objective o f this research was to explore possible futures for the town o f Letterkenny towards 2020 using a scenario planning approach. A six stage modified scenario development design was applied to develop a ... -
The challenge of work based learning: a role for academic mentors?
(Emerald Group Publishing Limited, 2014)Purpose - This paper explores the key challenge(s) experienced by employers, employees and academics during work based learning (WBL) programmes at undergraduate level. The idea of academic mentors is proposed as an aid ... -
Collaborative practice: a resolution model for irish employment disputes?
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2012)Ireland has a comprehensive yet complex, statutory framework for the resolution of employment disputes. Various bodies offer conciliation, mediation, arbitration and regulation, however the processes are taking too ... -
A comparative study of portable body sensing technology and a physical activity log, in a physical activity adherence programme
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2012)The purpose of this study is to compare the impact of portable body sensing technology (SW3 Armband) and a physical activity log. Participants’ physical activity adherence levels were recorded over a six month period. ... -
Computing careers and Irish higher education: A labour market anomaly
(IP Publishing Ltd, 2007)This paper explores the impact of developments in the Irish economy and labour market on computing course development in the Irish Higher Education (HE) sector. Extant computing courses change, or new courses are introduced, ... -
Consumer Behaviour in Social Networking Sites: Implications for Marketers
(Irish Academy of Management, 2011)The objective of this research is to investigate the potential of social networking sites T(SNSs) to be utilised as an effective marketing tool in engaging consumers to participate in marketing on SNSs. Qualitative research ... -
A contextual case study exploring Teacher experiences of collaborative Teaching and Learning in an Irish Primary School
(2020-07)Emanating from a commitment to investigate improved student engagement opportunities and inclusive frameworks for collaborative teaching and learning in an Irish primary school context, the following case study research ...
