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The interaction of school and community : an analysis and comparative study of voluntary secondary schools, community/comprehensive schools and community colleges/vocational schools in Cork city and county (2009)
Thesis
McGrath, C. (2009). The interaction of school and community : an analysis and comparative study of voluntary secondary schools, community/comprehensive schools and community colleges/vocational schools in Cork city and county. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212847

This study attempts to investigate the interaction of school and community through a comparative study of second-level schools in Cork City and County. The Education Act 1998 sets the framework for the development of education as a partnership proces... Read More about The interaction of school and community : an analysis and comparative study of voluntary secondary schools, community/comprehensive schools and community colleges/vocational schools in Cork city and county.

A simple, rare, truly elect soul : the troubled life of Richard Waldo Sibthorp, 1792-1897 (2003)
Thesis
Trott, M. J. (2003). A simple, rare, truly elect soul : the troubled life of Richard Waldo Sibthorp, 1792-1897. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212297

In what follows it is argued that Richard Sibthorp suffered unfairly, although quite predictably, at the hands of contemporary commentators and that his biographers have too readily reflected their bewilderment. Examined more closely, his life raises... Read More about A simple, rare, truly elect soul : the troubled life of Richard Waldo Sibthorp, 1792-1897.

Religion in the life of the young adult at University College Cork : an investigation (2000)
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Clifford, J. (2000). Religion in the life of the young adult at University College Cork : an investigation. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4210955

This study attempts to investigate religion in the life of the young adult at University College Cork (UCC). It aims to ensure that pastoral ministry is based, not on guesses and assumptions, but on ascertained facts. The study is underpinned by hist... Read More about Religion in the life of the young adult at University College Cork : an investigation.

Incompetent teachers in Irish voluntary secondary schools : principals' assessments, attitudes and reactions (1999)
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Carlile, O. (1999). Incompetent teachers in Irish voluntary secondary schools : principals' assessments, attitudes and reactions. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4214403

This study attempts to identify, describe and quantify the problem of allegedly incompetent teachers in Irish voluntary secondary schools through the perceptions of their principals. Its central thesis is that the nature, extent and effects of teache... Read More about Incompetent teachers in Irish voluntary secondary schools : principals' assessments, attitudes and reactions.

The contribution of the Presentation Brothers to Irish education 1960-1998 : a study of a Roman Catholic religious teaching institute in a time of change and transition (1998)
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Kenneally, M. M. (1998). The contribution of the Presentation Brothers to Irish education 1960-1998 : a study of a Roman Catholic religious teaching institute in a time of change and transition. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4217056

The Institute of Presentation Brothers is a Roman Catholic religious Congregation founded by Edmund Rice in Waterford, in 1802. The Brothers declare their mission to be Christian formation, primarily of youth and in particular of the poor and disadva... Read More about The contribution of the Presentation Brothers to Irish education 1960-1998 : a study of a Roman Catholic religious teaching institute in a time of change and transition.

Rights, parents, children, and communities : some educational implications (1998)
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Flanagan, F. M. (1998). Rights, parents, children, and communities : some educational implications. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4210496

In this work I wish to address some philosophical difficulties regarding the extension of rights to children. In particular I wish to draw attention to the difference between the freedom rights which are traditionally assigned to rational, autonomous... Read More about Rights, parents, children, and communities : some educational implications.

Theoretical and empirical analysis and discussion of the administrative and economic pattern of investment in education with particular reference to Greek primary education (1998)
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Saiti, A. (1998). Theoretical and empirical analysis and discussion of the administrative and economic pattern of investment in education with particular reference to Greek primary education. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212717

This thesis is concerned with an examination of the administrative system and economic pattern of investment in regard to primary education in Greece. Greek public education, fully supported and controlled by the State, is organised vertically int... Read More about Theoretical and empirical analysis and discussion of the administrative and economic pattern of investment in education with particular reference to Greek primary education.

An investigative study of the present professional preparation for teachers in primary schools in Saudi Arabia, with especial reference to Islamic and Arabic subjects (1997)
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Al-Sadan, I. A. (1997). An investigative study of the present professional preparation for teachers in primary schools in Saudi Arabia, with especial reference to Islamic and Arabic subjects. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4214897

The central aim of this thesis was to examine the experience of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the preparation and training of prospective Arabic and Islamic primary teachers at the Teachers' Colleges with special attention to professional preparatio... Read More about An investigative study of the present professional preparation for teachers in primary schools in Saudi Arabia, with especial reference to Islamic and Arabic subjects.

A study of pre-school education in the Republic of Ireland with particular reference to those pre-schools which are listed by the Irish Pre-School Playgroups Association in Cork city and county1993-06 (1993)
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Douglas, F. (1993). A study of pre-school education in the Republic of Ireland with particular reference to those pre-schools which are listed by the Irish Pre-School Playgroups Association in Cork city and county1993-06. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4211202

[Preface]This study was undertaken in order to investigate the activities which took place in Irish pre-schools other than those within the formal school system. The principle focus of the research concerned the degree to which the  pre-school c... Read More about A study of pre-school education in the Republic of Ireland with particular reference to those pre-schools which are listed by the Irish Pre-School Playgroups Association in Cork city and county1993-06.

The radical and nonconformist influences on the creation of the dual system of universal elementary education in England and Wales, 1866-1870 (1993)
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Raffell, R. C. (1993). The radical and nonconformist influences on the creation of the dual system of universal elementary education in England and Wales, 1866-1870. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4210935

In a study of the genesis of the 'dual system' of universal elementary education in England and Wales, obtaining at the present, it is easy to be influenced by the received view that the 1870 Elementary Education Act was a wise and judicious measure,... Read More about The radical and nonconformist influences on the creation of the dual system of universal elementary education in England and Wales, 1866-1870.

Politics, interdenominational relations and education in the public ministry of James Doyle, O.S.A., Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin, 1819-1934 (1992)
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McGrath, T. G. (1992). Politics, interdenominational relations and education in the public ministry of James Doyle, O.S.A., Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin, 1819-1934. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4223942

[Preface:] The purpose of this thesis is to examine the public ministry of James Doyle, O.S.A., Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin, 1819-1834. Bishop Doyle perceived his involvement in political life which in his time was dominated by Catholic issues as... Read More about Politics, interdenominational relations and education in the public ministry of James Doyle, O.S.A., Bishop of Kildare and Leighlin, 1819-1934.

An analytical study of the utilization of classroom verbal interaction in social studies teaching in the secondary schools of the State of Bahrain (1988)
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Al-Mosawi, N. H. (1988). An analytical study of the utilization of classroom verbal interaction in social studies teaching in the secondary schools of the State of Bahrain. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4220439

Analyzing Classroom Verbal Interaction (CVI) by means of systematic observation is not receiving sufficient attention in the field of education in Bahrain. The present study aims mainly at finding out the actual situation in the field of the utilizat... Read More about An analytical study of the utilization of classroom verbal interaction in social studies teaching in the secondary schools of the State of Bahrain.

An investigation into the relationship between philosophical principle and artistic practice with reference to the role of dance in education (1986)
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Bloomfield, A. (1986). An investigation into the relationship between philosophical principle and artistic practice with reference to the role of dance in education. (Thesis). University of Hull. Retrieved from https://hull-repository.worktribe.com/output/4212056

The thesis commences with the examination of the place of dance in British society, and focusses on its social and cultural role, while proffering explanations pertaining to its metaphysical and symbolical significance. It is evident that changes in... Read More about An investigation into the relationship between philosophical principle and artistic practice with reference to the role of dance in education.