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1. 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 professionAbstract : 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
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2. Rolling with Pain – A Sociological Investigation Into the Meaning-Making of Physical Pain
University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/SociologiAbstract : In this thesis, I investigate the experience of physical pain. Through an analysis and assessment of the data in the form of qualitative interviews collected for this thesis, the aim has been to show that meaning-making is fundamental to our experience of (physical) pain. READ MORE
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3. Line vs Void
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/HDK-Valand - Högskolan för konst och designAbstract : Line vs Void explores abstraction through weaving, it delves into the woven monochrome, and by doing so, emphasizes the narrative that emerges from plain colour and texture. The written part summarises ideas that are intertwined with the physical work of the project; A series of (four) woven images. READ MORE
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4. Evaluation of the Weather Resistance of Ram-Air Kites Used in Airborne Wind Energy Systems
University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomiAbstract : Airborne Wind Energy is an emerging technology that harnesses the power of the wind by using tethered wings. Among the flying devices are ram-air wings made from coated textiles that utilize dynamic pressure to gain their shape. READ MORE
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5. Systematic review in education : How does verbal communication between teacher and student affect their self- esteem and commitment to practice?
University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen Idrottsvetenskap (IDV); Malmö högskola/Institutionen Idrottsvetenskap (IDV)Abstract : The words exchanged between teachers and students don't just stay in the classroom, they weave the invisible threads that shape learners' educational climate and self-confidence, paving the way for a future of success and fulfilment. The aim of this thesis is to understand how verbal interactions between students and PE teachers impact on students' gendered self-esteem, and what the consequences are for their investment in practice. READ MORE