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QUALITY MATERIALS SCIENCE EDUCATION FOR SUSTAINABLE
DEVELOPMENT THROUGH DISTANCE LEARNING: THE CASE FOR NIGERIA AND ZIMBABWE
Zimbabwe is rich in human capital and natural resources, and is poised to achieve sustainable growth and development
mainly through human capital development. The purpose of this paper is to explore the use of open and distance learning
(ODL) in…
mainly through human capital development. The purpose of this paper is to explore the use of open and distance learning
(ODL) in…
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STRATEGY FOR A SUSTAINED QUALITY DELIVERY MODE OF ODL PROGRAMMES FOR
MASSIVE ENROLLMENTS AND E-LEARNING: THE CASE FOR ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
The market dynamics in distance education has precipitated phenomenal growth opportunities in enrollments and
e-learning. The purpose of the paper was to develop a strategy for sustained quality delivery mode of distance
education progammes that…
e-learning. The purpose of the paper was to develop a strategy for sustained quality delivery mode of distance
education progammes that…
Position: 73 (177 views)
STRUCTURAL EQUATION MODELLING OF UBIQUITOUS LEARNING AT ZIMBABWEAN SCHOOLS
The study tested the application of structural
equation modelling (SEM) to ubiquitous learning of selected
Zimbabwean schools. The purpose of this study was to explore
the effect of diffusion factors toward ubiquitous learning in
Zimbabwe. The…
equation modelling (SEM) to ubiquitous learning of selected
Zimbabwean schools. The purpose of this study was to explore
the effect of diffusion factors toward ubiquitous learning in
Zimbabwe. The…
Position: 129 (162 views)
TOWARDS ACHIEVING QUALITY EDUCATION
IN POST COLONIAL ZIMBABWE: CHALLENGES
AND OPPORTUNITIES: A CASE STUDY OF
BANKWE CLUSTER IN MBERENGWA
The thesis presented to the Zimbabwe Open University grew out of the concerned efforts and
contributions of multiple actors who made their contributions some without knowing the
significance of their participation. I am especially indebted to my…
contributions of multiple actors who made their contributions some without knowing the
significance of their participation. I am especially indebted to my…
Position: 123 (163 views)
EFFECTIVENESS OF OPEN, DISTANCE AND ELECTRONIC LEARNING ON
ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP SHORT COURSES AT THE ZIMBABWE PRISONS AND
CORRECTIONAL SERVICES (ZPCS)
The transition from a traditional face-to-face learning mode to Open, Distance and Electronic
Learning (ODeL) has become increasingly relevant in the context of Zimbabwe’s educational
landscape, particularly for sectors requiring specialised…
Learning (ODeL) has become increasingly relevant in the context of Zimbabwe’s educational
landscape, particularly for sectors requiring specialised…
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INTEGRATING SEX-AND-GENDER IN ZIMBABWE’S FAMILY,
RELIGIOUS AND MORAL EDUCATION SYLLABUS
This article reviews and assesses the Family, Religious and Moral Education (FAREME)
syllabus’ treatment of sex-and-gender (SnG) perspectives. Family, Religious and Moral
Education lacks sufficient SnG socialisation perspectives, and we propose to…
syllabus’ treatment of sex-and-gender (SnG) perspectives. Family, Religious and Moral
Education lacks sufficient SnG socialisation perspectives, and we propose to…
Position: 403 (57 views)
THE CHURCH, STATE ACCOUNTABILITY AND
THE ZIMBABWE GOLD CURRENCY
This theoretical study explores the Zimbabwe Council of Churches’ (ZCC) pivotal role in
promoting social justice and economic accountability within Zimbabwe’s repressive political
climate under the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front…
promoting social justice and economic accountability within Zimbabwe’s repressive political
climate under the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front…
Position: 415 (24 views)
MIGRANTS, CRIMINALS AND STATE SECURITY
CONCERNS IN CONTEMPORARY SOUTH AFRICA: THE IMPLICATIONS OF LABELLING ON MIGRANT POLICY AND PRACTICE IN SOUTH AFRICA
This article discusses the policy aims of the South African Department of
Home Affairs (DHA) because it exposes foreign nationals, women and
migrants to differential treatment in South Africa today. The study involved
migrant labourers in…
Home Affairs (DHA) because it exposes foreign nationals, women and
migrants to differential treatment in South Africa today. The study involved
migrant labourers in…
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MORAL REGENERATION, MULTI-FAITH PERSPECTIVES AND INTERCULTURAL EXCHANGE REPRESENTATIONS IN ZIMBABWE’S RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CURRICULA AND TEXTBOOKS
Position: 368 (95 views)
THE DISTINCTION OF CLINT LE BRUYNS’ KAIROS
THEOLOGY IN SOUTH AFRICA
This article, contextualised within the commemoration of 50 years of scholarship at the
Research Institute for Theology and Religion of the University of South Africa, examines
the enduring contributions of Clint Le Bruyns to the development of the…
Research Institute for Theology and Religion of the University of South Africa, examines
the enduring contributions of Clint Le Bruyns to the development of the…
Position: 370 (92 views)
THE MORAL AUTHORITY AND PROPHETIC ZEAL OF THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH IN ZIMBABWE
This article aims to illuminate moral authority and prophetic zeal dynamics by analysing the
struggles encountered by congregations resisting state encroachments. Amidst Zimbabwe’s
political turbulence, the church operates at a critical juncture,…
struggles encountered by congregations resisting state encroachments. Amidst Zimbabwe’s
political turbulence, the church operates at a critical juncture,…
Position: 359 (108 views)
DE GRUCHY AND HIS HOLISTIC MODEL OF THEOLOGY AND DEVELOPMENT IN SOUTH AFRICA AND BEYOND
This study reflects on Steve de Gruchy’s holistic model of theology and development (T&D),
emphasising his commitment to justice, human dignity and social transformation in the
context of post-apartheid South Africa. De Gruchy was a notable South…
emphasising his commitment to justice, human dignity and social transformation in the
context of post-apartheid South Africa. De Gruchy was a notable South…
Position: 390 (70 views)
REIMAGINING CLIMATE JUSTICE AND ACTION FOR MARGINALISED VOICES IN ZIMBABWE: A KAIROS MOMENT
Climate change is a major crisis that affects everyone, especially in developing countries like
Zimbabwe. It causes environmental problems and worsens economic inequalities, hitting
marginalised communities the hardest. If Zimbabwe seriously wants…
Zimbabwe. It causes environmental problems and worsens economic inequalities, hitting
marginalised communities the hardest. If Zimbabwe seriously wants…
Position: 412 (42 views)
OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES FOR DIGITAL FINANCIAL
INCLUSION OF FEMALES IN THE INFORMAL SECTOR THROUGH
MOBILE PHONE TECHNOLOGY: EVIDENCE FROM ZIMBABWE
This desk research confirms that mobile technology has brought transformative power to the
non–banked and under banked population particularly females working in the informal sector in
Zimbabwe. While mobile banking has become a major banking…
non–banked and under banked population particularly females working in the informal sector in
Zimbabwe. While mobile banking has become a major banking…
Position: 210 (144 views)
DETERMINANTS OF FINANCIAL INCLUSION AMONG FEMALE FLEA
MARKET OWNERS IN SELECTED SUBURBS IN HARARE, ZIMBABWE
This study set out to investigate determinants of financial inclusion among female flea market
owners in selected suburbs in Harare, Zimbabwe. The study employed the mixed method research
approach, in which the quantitative paradigm was dominant.…
owners in selected suburbs in Harare, Zimbabwe. The study employed the mixed method research
approach, in which the quantitative paradigm was dominant.…
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THE ROLE OF TERTIARY EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RECORDS AND
ARCHIVES MANAGEMENT DISCIPLINE IN ZIMBABWE
This work sought to explore the role of tertiary education institutions in the
development of the records and archives management discipline in Zimbabwe. The paper
assessed the contributions made by the few tertiary institutions offering records…
development of the records and archives management discipline in Zimbabwe. The paper
assessed the contributions made by the few tertiary institutions offering records…
Position: 119 (164 views)
DIGITISATION OF RECORDS AND ARCHIVES AT TWO SELECTED
STATE UNIVERSITIES IN ZIMBABWE
This study focused on the digitisation of records and archives at two selected state universities in
Zimbabwe, namely Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) and Harare Institute of Technology (HIT).
The specific objective was to evaluate the legal and…
Zimbabwe, namely Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) and Harare Institute of Technology (HIT).
The specific objective was to evaluate the legal and…
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A FRAMEWORK FOR THE DIGITISATION OF RECORDS AND ARCHIVES
AT SELECTED STATE UNIVERSITIES IN ZIMBABWE
This research study investigates the digitisation of records and archives at two selected state
universities in Zimbabwe, namely, Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) and Harare Institute of
Technology (HIT). The two state universities have embarked on…
universities in Zimbabwe, namely, Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) and Harare Institute of
Technology (HIT). The two state universities have embarked on…
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RELEVANCE OF MIXED METHODS
RESEARCH IN DEVELOPING A
FRAMEWORK FOR DIGITISING
RECORDS AND ARCHIVES
GODFREY TSVUURA
This chapter discusses the relevance of mixed methods research in developing a framework for digitising
records and archives. Mixed methods research has never been extensively used to find solution to the
problems experienced in digitising records…
records and archives. Mixed methods research has never been extensively used to find solution to the
problems experienced in digitising records…
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ZIMBABWE’S E-GOVERNMENT READINESS AND ADOPTION OF CLOUD-BASED RECORDS MANAGEMENT IN THE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
Zimbabwe is one of the developing countries striving to reach a middle economy status by year 2030. In its bid to achieve this vision, it has adopted an electronic government strategy (e-government strategy)
where government business is done…
where government business is done…
Position: 169 (151 views)
ROLE OF THE PSYCHOLOGICAL CONTRACT IN EMPLOYEE RETENTION FOR LOCAL AUTHORITIES IN ZIMBABWE.
The study sought to analyse the role of the psychological contract in employee retention for
local authorities in Zimbabwe with specific reference to the Municipality of Chinhoyi. The study was
necessitated by a high exodus of skilled personnel. An…
local authorities in Zimbabwe with specific reference to the Municipality of Chinhoyi. The study was
necessitated by a high exodus of skilled personnel. An…
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FACTORS AFFECTING COMPLETION OF RESEARCH PROJECTS BY STUDENTS: A STUDY OF THREE ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY REGIONS
The study sought to find out undergraduate students and research supervisors’ views on
factors affecting the completion of research projects by Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU)
students. Student, supervisor and institutional related factors were the…
factors affecting the completion of research projects by Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU)
students. Student, supervisor and institutional related factors were the…
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“THE EFFECTIVENESS’ OF TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT IN SERVICE
QUALITY OF MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND CHILD CARE”
Causes of child death were identified; strategies and policies were put in place to help minimize child
death. The challenge is that the service quality is being ignored which is leading to more child deaths. . The
research sought to address the…
death. The challenge is that the service quality is being ignored which is leading to more child deaths. . The
research sought to address the…
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AN EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF
OFFENDER REHABILITATION POLICIES IN ZIMBABWE
The purpose of this study was to investigate the effectiveness of offender
rehabilitation policies in Zimbabwe prisons in light of the efforts by stakeholders to
reform offenders. The primary objective of the study was to establish the extent…
rehabilitation policies in Zimbabwe prisons in light of the efforts by stakeholders to
reform offenders. The primary objective of the study was to establish the extent…
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EVALUATION OF THE EFFECTIVENESS OF OPEN AND DISTANCE LEARNING
DEGREED PRIMARY SCHOOL HEAD TEACHERS IN MANAGERIAL
LEADERSHIP. THE CASE OF CHIPINGE DISTRICT, MANICALAND PROVINCE.
This study is an evaluation of the degreed primary school head teachers in Chipinge District
of Manicaland Province. The study used a qualitative case study research design, with
philosophical underpinnings of constructivism and phenomenology. A…
of Manicaland Province. The study used a qualitative case study research design, with
philosophical underpinnings of constructivism and phenomenology. A…
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