Structure of the thesis. Chapter Two provides a review of literature and theoretical debates relevant to studies of contemporary immigrant communities and the relations they forge and maintain with their countries of origin. Analysis focuses on four main areas: transnational migration (the extent, causes and impacts of this phenomenon); the transnational ties of the next generation (the transnational activities specific to this demographic and the factors that contribute to its emergence); assimilation (the evolution of assimilation theory from its orthodox roots and the relationship between transnationalism and immigrant incorporation); and identification (the identification choices available to Latino-Americans and how these relate to broader debates surrounding assimilation and transnationalism). Chapter Three provides background information on the migration histories of Mexican and Salvadoran communities in the United States. It also examines the emergence of transnational networks and arenas within these communities, placing this examination within a historical context and describing the political and developmental impacts of transnational mobilisation. Chapter Four outlines the methodological approach adopted to investigate the institutionalized transnational activities of the next generation. It also provides information on the spatial and temporal parameters of the study, and describes the three samples consulted for this study.
Structure of the thesis. The structure of this thesis is as follows. After this introductory chapter, the thesis consists of three parts. The first part deals with unit testing in context of a sequential object-oriented programming language. In particular, in Chapter 2 a formal definition for the Java-like object-oriented programming language Japl is developed. This is followed by the introduction of the test specification language for Japl in Chapter 3 and the code generation algorithm in Chapter 4. Finally, the first part concludes with the discussion about possible extensions of, both, the programming language and the test specification language. The second part suggests a concurrency extension of the testing introduced in the first part. Specifically, Chapter 6 proposes an extension of the Japl pro- gramming language with thread classes. Correspondingly, Chapter 7 deals with an extension of the test specification language and, additionally, it sketches a sug- gestion on how to adapt the code generation algorithm of Chapter 4 in order to account for the concurrency extension. Finally Chapter 8 presents a conclusion of the thesis. The third part of the thesis consists of the proofs. A central contribution of the thesis is the correctness proof of the code generation algorithm of Chapter 4. Although the Java-like language Japl covers only some basic aspects of typi- cal object-oriented programming languages, still supported features like object- orientation and classes considerably increase the complexity of the proofs, already. Thus, instead of embedding the proofs into the text they are presented separately in order to improve readability. In particular, it should be possible to understand and follow most of the ideas in this thesis without the need to understand all proofs in their details.
Structure of the thesis. This thesis seeks to answer the question of whether, in the light of the more economic approach, it is correct to classify airline alliances as restrictions of competition by object under Article 101(1)
Structure of the thesis. The European Precariat will be structured into three parts that will allow for a comprehensive analysis of the protection available to EU migrant worker engaged in precarious forms of non- standard work. Part I of the thesis looks at the nature of the precarious employment and the political and economic developments that dictate the level of protection that can be provided under EU law (i.e., the ‘space’ for legal protection). Following this, Part II of the thesis examines the legal framework applicable to precarious workers, and where gaps in the gaps 44 OECD, OECD Employment Outlook 2020: Worker Security and the COVID-19 Crisis (2020) XXXX xxxxxxxxxx: Paris; X. XxXxx (n 11); X. Xxxxxxxxx (n 31); X. Xxxxxxxxx and A. Barrio (n 42); X. Xxxx, X. Xxxxxxxxx, & X. Xxxxxxxx, ‘Working Time Reforms in Time of Crisis’ ETUI Working Paper 2013.04; X. Xxxxxxxxx et al (n 10). 45 X. Xxxxx (n 30); X. XxXxx (n 11).
46 X. Xxxxxxxxx (n 31); A. Koukiadaki & I. Katsaroumpas (n 11); X. X’Xxxxx, X. Xxxxxxxx, & X. Xx Xxxxxxx (n 21). 47 X. X’Xxxxx (n 22); X. Xxxxxx (n 19). 48 X. Xxxxxx-Xxxxxxxx (n 4); X. Xxxxxx (n 40); X. Xxxxxx (n 19);
49 X. Xxxxx, X.X. Xxxxxxxxx, & X. Xxxxxx (n 44). 50 X. Xxxxxxxxxx (n 29); Z X. Xxxxxxxxx et al (n 10); X. Xxxxxxxx-Vukubrat, X. Xxxxxx, and X. Xxxxxxxxxx (n 10); X. Xxxxxxxxx and A. Barrio (n 43). are liable to arise due to the classifications in the law (i.e., the ‘legal protection’ of EU migrant workers). Finally, Part III of the thesis assesses the situation of three specific types of precarious workers, i.e., the European Precariat: (i) part-time, on-demand (including platform workers), and zero-hour contract workers; (ii) temporary, short-term, and other intermittent workers; and (iii) those falsely or precariously working on a self-employed basis (including platform workers). It will examine what rights and protections they lose due to their employment situation, explaining the wider social consequences of this lack of protection, and finally making suggestions as to how their protection can be increased, within the confines of the Union legal order.
Structure of the thesis. The chosen structure of this thesis is informed by the logical progression of the research question as well as the development of my epistemological stance and research philosophy (please see Chapter Eight). Following tradition, the literature review is positioned at the start of this thesis in Chapter Two, to provide overall context and set a foundation for the following studies. Chapter Two aims to inform the reader of relevant prior research and appropriate theoretical perspectives. It critically reviews the current literature in relation to the objectives; in particular, the use of mindfulness within sport, how it can be applied in various sporting settings, and the practical and future development of mindfulness in football. The literature review exposes gaps within the existing literature base and demonstrates the relevance of the research in both further understanding, contributing, and applying mindfulness within football. Chapter Three is using a known mindfulness-based programme (MSPE) as the foundation to then use its flexible structure to accommodate the football environment. This chapter explores how MSPE transitions from a classroom-based environment to a gym and then onto the pitch. From player experiences, it demonstrates the benefits and provides future recommendations of MSPE and its application within a football academy setting. Chapter Four highlights and addresses the use of mindfulness within injury rehabilitation. It uses Interpretative phenomenological analysis (IPA) to explore a players and physiotherapists perception of using mindfulness within this setting. Chapter Five provides insight into multi-disciplinary staff views, beliefs, and perceptions of the use of mindfulness within football and its function. This study has been presented as a creative non-fiction to create a contextual story encapsulating the perceptions of the staff members within the football club. It creates insight for the reader into how different staff members from within a football club view and use mindfulness to benefit performance. Chapter Six provides an insight into the practitioner-researchers journey throughout this PhD. It elaborates on the highs and lows of conducting mindfulness research within football, creating a bespoke, raw, and unique insight into the application, and embedding of mindfulness into a football setting. It aims to provide comfort and guidance for other practitioners and researchers looking to carry this research forward. Chapter ...
Structure of the thesis. The structure of this thesis is as follows. Following this introductory chapter, Chapter Two sets the overall context in which this research has been undertaken. It tells the policy story of TB in London and offers a historical and epidemiological overview of the disease. The chapter offers comparative data on tuberculosis in other large cities, examines factors underlying continued high TB rates in London, and concludes with a discussion regarding the very serious issue of drug resistant TB. Chapters Three and Four introduce readers to the three initial theoretical frameworks used in the research: complexity theory, professional dominance and New Public Management (NPM). The chapters critically review the literatures underpinning these frameworks, and the major tenets of each framework are discussed. Chapter Three focuses solely on complexity theory, the main conceptual framework used, and, as it is a relatively new and novel theory (or, more accurately, a group of theories), readers are provided with a “primer” on the subject. Gaps in the literature which are filled by this research are identified, and five key elements from the theory are derived for operational application. Chapter Four analyses professional dominance and NPM, the secondary, competing frameworks used in this thesis. As with Chapter Three, five “signs and symptoms” derived from each of these two literatures are identified for operationalisation. Xxxxxxx’x (1995) theory of public policy agenda setting is also introduced, as it will be used to later in the thesis to theorise a key inductive finding from the research, the low policy priority accorded to TB control in London. Chapter Five presents a methodological discussion on the chosen research paradigm (critical realism), the research strategy applied (case study) and the resulting methodological implications for data collection and analyses. It is recognised that the combination of complexity theory and critical realism, whilst a well-supported pairing in the literature, represents a departure from many traditional designs. The chapter discusses this combination and resulting methodological implications. Chapters Six and Seven contain the empirical findings from this research. Chapter Six provides an analytic history of the overall organisational and management response to London’s TB epidemic, along with a comparator case study contrasting New York City’s response to its recent TB epidemic with London’s response. Chapter Seven provide...
Structure of the thesis. The thesis is divided into two parts, each of which explores a variety of topics from different perspectives, often challenging at conceptual and empirical level the predominant State-centric paradigm of international law with respect to non-State actors. In-depth analysis will include socio-legal considerations of NSAGs’ detention activities aimed at achieving a more complex and thus xxxxxx understanding of the current difficulties that the application of international law faces in real-life contexts. These considerations will be particularly useful as this thesis combines theoretical and empirical perspectives, which will be evidenced when identifying and examining both the types of NSAGs that operate in conflict settings and their actual practices in the realm of detention – and how these may affect the way we conceive the applicable law.
Structure of the thesis. The thesis is organized as follows. • In Chapter 1 we present the premise of this work and the real-world problems studied. Then, we explain the steps we followed to obtain the general mathematical framework definition. We introduce the more important elements and properties of the framework and finally, we show the math application nature of our framework. • In Chapter 2 we give the necessary background of the components of our general framework. We deal with data type, data preprocessing techniques, data analysis techniques and optimization algorithms. • In Chapter 3 we describe our methodology. First, we present the math characterization of our general framework. We include math characterization of data and the prepocessing techniques used, individual and the iteration between them. Finally, we present the implementation by using the optimization algorithm. • In Chapter 4 we present a problem related to protection of water resources, concerning the preservation of the availability of fresh water. We explain models used to solve it and the results obtained. • In Chapter 5 we present the atmospheric resource problem. We explain the models that have been used to solve it and the results obtained. • In Chapter 6 we explain the problem associated to earth resource. We describe the model used to solve it and the results obtained. • Finally, in Chapter 7 we mention the main objectives satisfied by this thesis, our contributions, as well as the remaining questions to be addressed in future work.
Structure of the thesis. This chapter outlines the background to the thesis, rationale for the study, operational definitions used in the study and the structure of the thesis. The second chapter presents the literature review and outlines the contextual background to the delivery of compassionate care within the NHS in the UK in terms of the political context and the professional drivers to promote the delivery of compassionate care. It also discusses the definitions of compassion and compassionate care in nursing and reviews the empirical studies that are relevant to the current study. The third chapter describes the research design and the methodology used for the study and the rationale for adopting a broad interpretivist approach for the study. The fourth chapter presents the findings of the study using participants’ verbatim quotations to convey their perceptions about compassionate care in acute mental health care settings. The fifth chapter discusses the findings of the study in relation to existing studies. It also aligns the findings with the conceptual framework of the therapeutic relationship as the fundamental practice in acute mental health care settings and provides a model of compassionate care in acute mental health care settings. The chapter also discusses how the study contributes to the body of knowledge and the implication for practice, education and future research. The final chapter outlines the conclusion of the thesis and provides an overall summary of the thesis.
Structure of the thesis. This introductory chapter is the first of seven chapters included in this thesis. In Chapter One I have introduced the core elements of the thesis, including the field and object of study, the aim and research questions. I have also introduced the theoretical framework of the thesis. In Chapter Two I develop the methodological framework and establish the research design, method of document analysis, as well as the selection of the empirical material. Chapter Two is therefore divided into three parts. The first one explains how I use Xxxxxxxx’x analytics and concepts in order to design a genealogy inspired framework for the empirical analysis. I combine the analytics of the framework with the reading techniques and guidelines provided by Xxxxxx (2009). I further structure the Foucauldian framework by borrowing Xxxx’x (2007) classification of effects for analytical purposes. The second part of Chapter Two explains how I apply the framework I have outlined in order to examine the policy documents I have selected as empirical data. The third and final part of the chapter discusses the selection process of the empirical material and the use of secondary sources within the research design. Chapter Three reviews the secondary sources included in this thesis, distinguished in two separate parts. The first part is a contextualising review that locates the documents I have selected as empirical material within their respective English and Swedish policy fields. The purpose of this review is not to produce an in-depth review of youth sexual health in England and Sweden, but rather to account for the selection of the empirical material and contextualise the selected policy documents. As such, it is a review of some of the key developments and policy documents in each policy field. The second part of Chapter Three is a literature review focused on the core constructs around youth, sex and risk, and emphasising the literature that explores the processes through which states have tried to govern youth, that is, to regulate the behaviour and affect the sexual lives of young people. Chapter Four is the first of the three analysis chapters. The material from each country is read separately; the Swedish material in Chapter Four and the English material in Chapter Five. Chapter Four follows the framework described in Chapter Two, using the help of Bacchi’s (2009) guiding questions to interrogate the material. The Chapter is structured according to three functions: how to see ...
