Search for dissertations about: "field of action"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 423 swedish dissertations containing the words field of action.
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1. A Field of Veiled Continuities : Studies in the Methodology and Theory of Educational Research
Abstract : Empirical educational research enjoys a methodological and theoretical debate that is characterized by a number of unresolved and lively debated controversies. This compilation thesis is an attempt to contribute to this debate using the toolbox of philosophy of science.The thesis consists of an introductory chapter and four essays. READ MORE
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2. Acts of seeing : seeing as a methodological tool in fashion design
Abstract : Fashion design can be described as perpetually having to produce new suggestions of dress. The foundational tool for realising such propositions in a precise and focused way is the act of seeing. READ MORE
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3. Implementation Methodology in Action : A Study of an Enterprise Systems Implementation Methodology
Abstract : Enterprise Systems create new opportunities but also new challenges and difficulties for implementers and users. The clear distinction between the development and the implementation of Enterprise Systems Software seems to influence not only the characteristics of methodologies but also how implementers use the Enterprise Systems implementation methodologies. READ MORE
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4. Social action : Variations, dimensions and dilemmas
Abstract : This study focuses on several key dimensions and types of social action. It examines variousconceptions of action within sociology: in particular, Marx's labour, Durkheim's normativelyregulated action, Weber's typology of instrumentally rational, value-rational, affectual andtraditional action, as well as Goffman's dramaturgical and Habermas's communicative action. READ MORE
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5. Tensions in the field of health care : knowledge networks and evidence-based practice: an action research approach
Abstract : Empirically, this thesis has focused on nine research and development (R&D) networks set up to promote a professional approach to care and strengthen the collaboration between health care sectors in a Swedish health care setting. The research project was embedded in an action research approach intended to encourage network development by means of a dialogical process. READ MORE