Browsing Doctoral Theses by Title
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The exploitation of thermophiles and their enzymes for the construction of multistep enzyme reactions from characterised enzyme parts
(University of ExeterBiological Sciences, 2016-09-23)Biocatalysis is a field rapidly expanding to meet a demand for green and sustainable chemical processes. As the use of enzymes for synthetic chemistry becomes more common, the construction of multistep enzyme reactions ... -
An exploration into the understanding of the responsibility for teaching children and young people with challenging behaviours: perspectives on supporting these pupils in mainstream classrooms.
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2014-10-13)The overall aim of this research is to explore my interest in the influences on teachers’ attitudes towards behaviours which challenge them and to illuminate my experiences and perspectives through those of others. It sets ... -
The Exploration of 'Indlandsis' : A Cultural and Scientific History of Ice Sheets to 1970
(University of ExeterGeography, 2015-06-02)Despite their central importance to the Earth system, nowhere within the literatures of Polar Studies or the Humanities does there exist a comprehensive cultural and scientific history of ice sheets that takes into ... -
An exploration of a school-based programme of mindfulness exercises in relation to the social and emotional wellbeing of children
(University of ExeterCollege of Social Sciences and International Studies, 2016-06-10)This two phase study explored the use of a school-based programme of mindfulness exercises (PME) in relation to the social and emotional wellbeing (SEW) of children in a middle school in South West England. The first phase ... -
An exploration of building design and optimisation methods using Kriging meta-modelling
(University of ExeterCEMPS, 2016-02-29)This thesis investigates the application of Kriging meta-modelling techniques in the field of building design and optimisation. In conducting this research, there were two key motivational factors. The first is the need ... -
An exploration of children's centre users' experiences of being a parent and of support for the role
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2012-09-27)5. Abstract for Paper 1 Provision of support for parents is recommended at an ecological level in order to be effective since many of the problems associated with poor parenting are linked to social disadvantage (Puckering ... -
An Exploration of English as a Foreign Language teachers’ attitudes towards curriculum design and development at the English Language Teaching Department in the Syrian Higher Institute of Languages
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2016-10-31)This study presents the findings of an in-depth exploration of English as Foreign Language (EFL) teachers’ attitudes towards and experience of curriculum change and development at the English Language Teaching (ELT) ... -
Exploration of ESP Teacher Knowledge and Practices at Tertiary and Applied Colleges in Kuwait: Implications for Pre- and In-service ESP Teacher Training
(University of ExeterEducation, 2015-01-09)Researching teachers’ professional knowledge and its impact on classroom decisions and actions is a relatively recent endeavor in language education. A few studies have investigated the links between what teachers think ... -
An exploration of Family Learning with particular focus on the perspective of the father.
(University of ExeterSELL, 2012-05-17)What is the nature and purpose of Family Learning? The discourses relating to how a strong home-school relationship affects attitudes to Lifelong Learning and the impact of paternal involvement in young children's development ... -
Exploration of how light interacts with arrays of plasmonic, metallic nanoparticles
(University of ExeterPhysicsCollege of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences, 2015-09-28)The content of this thesis is based upon the interaction of light with metallic nanoparticles arranged in different array geometries. An incident electric field (light) can force the conduction electrons of a metallic ... -
An Exploration of Identity Formation in Autistic Adolescents, its Relationship with Psychological Wellbeing, and the Role of Mainstream Education Provision in the Identity Formation Process
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2014-05-29)Paper one: The aim of paper one was to explore identity formation in autistic adolescents and the relationship between this and aspects of psychological wellbeing. Twenty-two participants (aged 11-18) with a diagnosis of ... -
An Exploration of Non-Traditional Students' Transition through Higher Education
(University of ExeterCollege of Social Sciences and International Studies, 2015-08-01)This thesis provides a critical insight into the nature of non-traditional students’ transitions into higher education (HE) over the course of a year at a newly established hybrid HE institution in England. It generates ... -
An Exploration of Parental Mediation of English Language T.V. Programmes in Saudi Arabia with Young Children Learning English as a Foreign Language
(University of ExeterEducation, 2015-03-12)It is widely recognised that parents play an important role in children’s emotional and intellectual development, including their success at school. Recently, there has been a growing awareness of the potential of parents ... -
An Exploration of Place-Based TESOL
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2012-10-29)The purpose of this study is to explore the assumption that classrooms are the most appropriate places for the Teaching of English as a Second or Other Language (TESOL) to adult learners in contemporary global society. It ... -
Exploration of plasmonic antennas, for sub-wavelength magneto-optical Kerr imaging
(University of ExeterPhysics and AstronomyPhysics and Astronomy, 2016-09-23)This thesis outlines work performed with the intention of producing a novel near- field magneto-optical scanning microscope. This scanning microscope utilises a near field probe, produced through modification of existing ... -
An exploration of policy, product developments, innovation and consumption patterns:the case of tourism and airline industries in Cyprus
(University of ExeterManagement, 2009-02-04)This study aims to explore policy implications, production and consumption processes between the airline and tourism industries. In particular, policy initiatives, product developments, innovation and consumption patterns ... -
An Exploration of Reading Comprehension Challenges in Saudi Arabian University EFL Students
(University of ExeterEducation, 2014-03-26)Abstract: This is an interpretive study, framed by sociocultural theory, and employing qualitative data collection methods to explore the nature of reading comprehension challenges faced by English as Foreign Language ... -
An Exploration of the Construct Validity of Self-Compassion
(University of ExeterPsychology, 2011-05-07)Self-compassion is receiving increasing interest from psychologists and researchers due to its potential role in wellbeing and mental health however, self-compassion as a unique construct has not been validated. This ... -
An Exploration of the Instructors' Teaching Practices in Saudi Emergent Universities
(University of ExeterGraduate School of Education, 2016-01-04)This thesis explores the nature and status of instructors’ teaching practices in an emergent university in Saudi Arabia. The study begins by investigating current teaching practices as reported by the instructors and their ... -
An exploration of the linguistic, professional and intercultural experiences of “international” academics from different disciplines at a UK university
(University of ExeterEDD TESOL (Exeter- Full time), 2015-05-07)The internationalisation of higher education in the past decade has brought about dramatic changes in the profiles of staff and students in UK universities. The number of international students are estimated to rise to 7 ...