Essays about: "importance of studies and literature"

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  1. 11. Invasive plant species in southwest Sweden: Evaluation methods of removal by empirical study and literature review

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för biologi och miljövetenskap

    Author : Carl-Johan Dekker; [2023-08-07]
    Keywords : Invasive alien species; management; nature conservation; biodiversity;

    Abstract : Invasive alien species (IAS), are one of the five biggest threats to biodiversity worldwide. An instrument for biodiversity protection in Sweden is the establishment and management of nature reserves. The goal of nature reserves is to protect valuable nature and rare species to preserve biodiversity. READ MORE

  2. 12. Luxury, Fashion, and Idols - Applying an extended theory of planned behavior to examine barriers toward sustainable fashion consumption in Japan

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Florian Konstantin Gold; Allegra-Scarlett Nefertari Verena Irmgard Marie Terner; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Fashion; Luxury; Idols; Japan; Consumption; Sustainability; Theory of Planned Behavior; Barriers; Sustainable Fashion;

    Abstract : Purpose: This study aimed to apply an extended theory of planned behavior (TPB) to sustainable fashion consumption (SFC) in Japan, and test the importance of sociocultural barriers to purchase intentions. Methodology: As only a few studies have examined SFC in Japan and have not used the TPB framework, this study adds to the body of literature, and proposes luxury orientation, fashion involvement, and idol attachment as barriers toward sustainable fashion (SF) purchase intentions in Japan. READ MORE

  3. 13. Evaluating suppliers - A case study of plastic component suppliers at ABB Electrification Sweden AB

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Luisa Elke; Annkatrin Radecke; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Supplier selection; Plastic component supplier; Plastic specific criteria; BWM – SMART;

    Abstract : Choosing the right supplier is essential. Hence, supplier evaluation is of great importance for companies. However, it is associated with a high degree of complexity and is under-researched for plastic component suppliers. Therefore, this thesis studies supplier evaluation in the context of plastic component suppliers. READ MORE

  4. 14. Changing my sound: Developing the Tone Quality on the Flute with Embouchure Change

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Högskolan för scen och musik

    Author : Reetta Hakala; [2023-06-14]
    Keywords : Flute; Embouchure; Tone quality; Tonality; Lips; Sound;

    Abstract : This thesis studies the embouchure of a flutist and how changing it affects the tone quality of a player. The study was made by exploring literature on the topic of flute technique and embouchure, and by documenting the author’s own journey with embouchure change. Data was collected through video recordings, photos, and written practice journal. READ MORE

  5. 15. Weaving relations: Exploring the epistemological interaction between indigenous & traditional ecological knowledge and Eurowestern paradigms in education for sustainable development - an umbrella review

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för didaktik och pedagogisk profession

    Author : Alexandra Silvestru; [2023-06-08]
    Keywords : Indigenous traditional ecological knowledge ITEK ; education for sustainable development ESD ; education for sustainability EfS ; sustainable development; western epistemology; ontology; epistemic justice; decolonization; transformative paradigm; umbrella review; systematic review;

    Abstract : Aim: This thesis aims to explore the epistemological challenges and opportunities of integrating Indigenous and Traditional Ecological Knowledge (ITEK) in Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) within the context of Euro-Western paradigms. Theory: In considering epistemological interactions between ITEK in ESD, the theoretical framework for this study is a "weave" of the transformative paradigm as the warp; postcolonial, decolonial, and Indigenous research methodologies as the weft; and the transdisciplinary approach as the frame. READ MORE