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1. 1. It Takes Two to Tango: Perceptions and Motivations Towards Campaign Clientelism in Zambia

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Fubu Ngubu; [2023]
   Keywords : Keywords: Campaign clientelism; Information theory; mixed methods; System justification theory; Zambia.; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Various studies on clientelism usually start from a common puzzle: Why is campaign clientelism widely practised by politicians even when they have no means of ensuring reciprocity from the voters? Similarly, why is campaign clientelism widespread amongst voters despite its numerous negative consequences on societies, democracy, and development? These puzzles have motivated my research, where I attempt to understand the perceptions and motivations of politicians and voters towards campaign clientelism in Zambia. To address the research question, two forms of data collection methods were utilised, in-depth interviews with politicians at the local level and a survey of voters in densely populated areas (Lusaka and Kitwe). READ MORE

3. 2. Reclaiming rhythm and control : - Practising digital minimalism in a speeding society

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för humaniora, utbildnings- och samhällsvetenskap

   Author : Lisa Elliot; [2023]
   Keywords : Digital minimalism; disconnection; resistance; control; social acceleration; attention economy; smartphone;

   Abstract : Many individuals in late modern society share experiences of an accelerating pace of life, time scarcity, and a pressure to keep up with the fast pace of change as well as a necessity to stay digitally connected. As a reaction to this, some individuals engage in attempts to disconnect from the online world and their digital devices as they seek to regain control and slow down the pace in life. READ MORE

4. 3. Why We Fight : Political Motivations and Strategic Culture in Military Operations

   University essay from Försvarshögskolan

   Author : Jonathan Lindqvist; [2023]
   Keywords : Strategic Culture; Political Motivations; Constructivist Motivations; Rationalist Motivations; Military Operations; Nordic Small States; Sweden; Denmark;

   Abstract : States have for a long time participated in international military operations, but their reasons for contributing with military capabilities are varied. This study intends to investigate and demonstrate how military contribution is motivated in the political decision-making process to justify its necessity, and how strategic culture influences the decision. READ MORE

5. 4. Factors Influencing the Implementation of Information Security Risk Management : A case study of Nigerian Commercial Banks

   University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för system- och rymdteknik

   Author : Gabriel Aghaunor; Bukky E Okojie; [2022]
   Keywords : Information Security Risk Management System; Information Security Risk Assessment; Qualitative; Quantitative; Social technical framework User Security Awareness and Training; Management Support; Funding; Technical Experts’ Support; Cyber Security; Banking; ATM;

   Abstract : The banking industry is one of the critical infrastructures in any economy. The services rendered by banks are systematically based on innovation, products, and technology to leverage their services. Several associated risks come along with the rendering of these banking services. READ MORE

6. 5. Translanguaging in the English Classroom in Sweden – Friend or Foe?

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för kultur, språk och medier (KSM)

   Author : Dino Kolenovic; Marija Cukalevska; [2022]
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   Abstract : To be able to communicate properly in English, it is necessary to develop one’s all-around communicative abilities, consequently becoming a part of an expanding world where English is the lingua franca. Previous reports have shown that too much Swedish is spoken during English lessons in school (Skolinspektionen, 2011). READ MORE