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A configuration study based on performance of nascent ventures : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Management at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
This research provides explanations for the reasons why one group of entrepreneurs start a venture early, while a second group starts later to create their venture. It also considers what factors contribute to some ...
Group guided low intensity self-help for community dwelling older adults experiencing low mood : a dissertation presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Clinical Psychology, Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
Depression is amongst the most common health issues affecting older adults,
however, access to evidence-based psychological treatments remains low amongst this age
group. This is due, in part, to numerous barriers that ...
Impact of collaborative planning for mathematics and anticipating student responses to problems on teacher beliefs, knowledge and practice : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Education at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
Six teachers engaged in collaborative planning for mathematics lessons that allowed for studentgenerated
responses to problems. As part of their planning they anticipated a range of possible
strategies students could use ...
The impact of an aesthetic online course design template on the learner user experience : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Education at Massey University, Manawatu, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
Online learning is becoming ubiquitous, and increasing numbers of higher education providers use online delivery, usually managed through learning management systems, as part of their core business of education. A substantial ...
How do New Zealand teachers like to be supported by psychologists? : a thesis presented to the Institute of Education at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master in Educational Psychology
(Massey University, 2017)
Educational psychology as a profession has undergone many changes over the past
few years, warranting an exploration of the current understandings of key
stakeholders’ perceptions and requirements of the profession. While ...
Stakeholder perspectives of play-based learning in the first year of primary school : a case study in Aotearoa New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Educational Psychology at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
This qualitative research study explored key stakeholders’ perspectives of a play-based learning (Pb-L) approach in the first year of primary school. A case-study design was used to gather information about the perceived ...
Constructions of loneliness in older people in the New Zealand news and current affairs media : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Psychology with endorsement in Health Psychology at Massey University, Manawatū, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
Loneliness is a subjective, painful, personal experience and it has negative effects on
physical and mental health. The way that loneliness in older people is constructed in the
mass media can reflect or influence public ...
Deliberative acts : a theory of school leadership : enhancing the classroom teaching and learning culture through contemporary learning pedagogy that has a positive influence on student achievement : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree Masters in Education at Massey University, Manawatū, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
This thesis explores primary school leadership in a contemporary learning context to
examine the influence that leadership has on teaching and learning and the raising of student
achievement. Four models of leadership ...
The development of environmental management systems and corporate responsibility reporting in NZ, UK and USA : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Environmental Management at Massey University, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
L. C. Martinez. The Development of Environmental Management Systems and Corporate Responsibility
Reporting in NZ, UK and USA, 121 pages, 2 figures, 2017.
The study reviews the initiation and development of environmental ...
How do lay people interpret and respond to suicide warning signs? : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology, School of Psychology, Massey University, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2017)
Suicide is a worldwide problem with over 800,000 people dying by suicide every
year, and many more attempting suicide or thinking of suicide. Despite prevention
efforts, suicide rates are increasing. One promising area ...