This study investigates the beliefs of United Arab Emirates (UAE) secondary school
students about autonomy in learning English. Given the extreme language diversity in the
UAE, it is imperative that Emirati citizens excel in English due to its posi...
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This study investigates the beliefs of United Arab Emirates (UAE) secondary school students about autonomy in learning English. Given the extreme language diversity in the UAE, it is imperative that Emirati citizens excel in English due to its positi... Read More about Learner autonomy in the UAE context : an investigation of students' beliefs and conceptions of autonomy in learning English language.
Girls interrupted : narrative constructions of identity among teenage mothers in the UK and France (2011)
Thesis
This thesis is premised on the understanding that narratives are not
merely ways of telling others about ourselves, but are also a means
of shaping our identities. It was informed by narrative research
methodology that conceptualizes identity as m... Read More about Girls interrupted : narrative constructions of identity among teenage mothers in the UK and France.
Truths and their telling : a novel with complementary discourses (2011)
Thesis
Comprising a novel and complementary discourses, this thesis blurs the traditional distinctions between critical theory and creative practice, and contributes new insights into the practice, craft, and theory of the contemporary novel. It stages a pr... Read More about Truths and their telling : a novel with complementary discourses.
The Irish in Middlesbrough : a part of Middlesbrough's community or apart from it? (2011)
Thesis
Victorian Middlesbrough was a 'new town' and, as a consequence, all its
inhabitants were immigrants. Thus, how the Irish came to Middlesbrough is of interest.
However, the main aims of this research are to examine the spatial, demographic, social... Read More about The Irish in Middlesbrough : a part of Middlesbrough's community or apart from it?.
Composition portfolio : towards intermedia, sound theatre and digital opera (2011)
Thesis
This research programme was a practice-led investigation into the interrelationship between composition, digital technology and intermedia performance. Within the first year
of this investigation Superfield [Mumbai] (2009) expanded on the intellectu... Read More about Composition portfolio : towards intermedia, sound theatre and digital opera.
The translation of parallelism in political speeches (2011)
Thesis
The Translation of Parallelism in Political Speeches
The core focus of this research centres on the rhetorical device parallelism, -which is
frequently used in Arabic, particularly in the context of political discourse. The aim of
this study is... Read More about The translation of parallelism in political speeches.
Emotion and cognition in the films of Bernardo Bertolucci (2011)
Thesis
Bernardo Bertolucci continues to be regarded as one of the most talented Italian filmmakers,
and although his work has provoked controversy, his films have allowed him to enjoy an
international reputation as a cinematic auteu... Read More about Emotion and cognition in the films of Bernardo Bertolucci.
Portfolio of scores (2011)
Thesis
Rock, R. Portfolio of scores. (Thesis). University of SalfordMy portfolio consists of a number of works written for wind and brass ensembles,exploring traditional and alternative forms of textures, sounds and compositional methods.
• The Hunter's Blade - A brass band work comprising three different styles. Th... Read More about Portfolio of scores.
An evaluation of the impact of just in time (JIT) strategies on cut, make and trim (CMT) customers and suppliers within the apparel supply chain (2011)
Thesis
Partington, R. An evaluation of the impact of just in time (JIT) strategies on cut, make and trim (CMT) customers and suppliers within the apparel supply chain. (Thesis). Salford : University of SalfordThe thesis evaluates the impact of just-in-time (JIT) strategies on retailers and cut make
and trim (CMT) manufacturers within the apparel supply chain. A simulation approach
is adopted based on a case study within the apparel sector, involving a m... Read More about An evaluation of the impact of just in time (JIT) strategies on cut, make and trim (CMT) customers and suppliers within the apparel supply chain.
Composition portfolio (2011)
Thesis
Otter, F. Composition portfolio. (Thesis). University of SalfordThis submission takes the form of six original musical compositions along with critical analyses.
(NB in accordance with convention all references to notes and examples within the text are given in concert pitch.)
The first composition, 'Lonely Isl... Read More about Composition portfolio.
Claims, counter claims and mitigation : a reconceptualisation of intergenerational family mediation (2011)
Thesis
O'Sullivan, A. Claims, counter claims and mitigation : a reconceptualisation of intergenerational family mediation. (Thesis). Salford : University of SalfordThis thesis offers a critique of the dominant model of intergenerational family
mediation practiced in the United Kingdom. Its key aim is to avoid the essentialist
tendencies of gender scholars within the mediation community. The government
report... Read More about Claims, counter claims and mitigation : a reconceptualisation of intergenerational family mediation.
Translating conjunctions in political journalistic argumentative texts from English into Arabic (2011)
Thesis
Obeidat, M. Translating conjunctions in political journalistic argumentative texts from English into Arabic. (Thesis). Salford : University of SalfordPolitical Journalistic Argumentative Texts (PJATs) have always been challenging for
translators of this type of texts when rendering them into Arabic. One major problem
facing translators of this genre is the translation of conjunctions which is of... Read More about Translating conjunctions in political journalistic argumentative texts from English into Arabic.
The role of Christian churches in European integration (2011)
Thesis
This PhD thesis analyses the role of Christian Churches in European integration. We learn
that Churches are inalienable participants in the process of European integration; therefore it
is important to identify how they are placed within the Europe... Read More about The role of Christian churches in European integration.
Dimensions of power : a Bourdieusian approach to control and influence in the voluntary sector (2011)
Thesis
This extended case study investigates locally-founded voluntary self-help groups for
people with chronic disease and how they change over time. It explores a self-help
group and its partnerships with five local organisations. The aims are both to r... Read More about Dimensions of power : a Bourdieusian approach to control and influence in the voluntary sector.
The effectiveness of a composite translator training model for Syrian translation masters students (2011)
Thesis
Mannaa, M. The effectiveness of a composite translator training model for Syrian translation masters students. (Thesis). Salford : University of SalfordThis thesis tests whether a translation training programme, combining the theoretical
principles adopted in Hervey and Higgins' Thinking Translation series and in Bolanos'
dynamic translation model, helps to improve Arab MA translation students' pe... Read More about The effectiveness of a composite translator training model for Syrian translation masters students.
Mobility and inequality in a transitional inner-city neighbourhood (2011)
Thesis
This study attempts to identify the causal mechanisms linking social inequality and
physical (im)mobilities, by way of a case study analysis. Adopting a methodological
approach of critical realism, the focus of this study lies not with aggregate... Read More about Mobility and inequality in a transitional inner-city neighbourhood.
Portfolio of compositions : five compositions for solo instruments with accompaniment (2011)
Thesis
This PhD thesis consists of a portfolio of musical compositions for solo instruments with accompaniment. The portfolio, which contains absolute and programme music, includes two largescale works: Piano Concerto with Symphony Orchestra Fok Siu Yok and... Read More about Portfolio of compositions : five compositions for solo instruments with accompaniment.
How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film? (2011)
Thesis
Groom, J. How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film?. (Thesis). Salford : University of SalfordThis dissertation will explain how films utilise technological development to
create special effects that portray the past, present and future and how time
travel is conveyed to the audience.
Several of the films to be discussed will show how the... Read More about How are special effects utilised to convey movement through time in film?.
Portfolio of compositions (2011)
Thesis
This portfolio of compositions consists of six works diverse in style and genre. It represents a journey of exploration through the traditional music of various
cultures, imbruing those distinctive flavours of tone, colour and rhythm into my own app... Read More about Portfolio of compositions.