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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) ▇▇▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇: Paris; ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇ (n 11); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 31); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ and ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 42); ▇. ▇▇▇▇, ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇, & ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇, ‘Working Time Reforms in Time of Crisis’ ETUI Working Paper 2013.04; ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ et al (n 10). 45 ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇ (n 30); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇ (n 11). 46 ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 31); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ & ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 11); ▇. ▇’▇▇▇▇▇, ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇, & ▇. ▇▇ ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 21). 47 ▇. ▇’▇▇▇▇▇ (n 22); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 19). 48 ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇-▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 4); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 40); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 19); 49 ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇, ▇.▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇, & ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 44). 50 ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 29); Z ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ et al (n 10); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇-Vukubrat, ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇, and ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ (n 10); ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇▇ and ▇. ▇▇▇▇▇▇ (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. 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. 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. ▇▇▇▇▇▇▇’▇ (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 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. ‌ In the second chapter, I will apply some basic theories, which is helpful for readers and me to understand what I am trying to convey in my thesis including the problems I am going to study. Internationalization is the first phenomenon I will try to explain, it is the basis for the whole thesis; then I will come to many terms including educational cooperation, strategic alliance, sustainability and cultural difference. The definitions will be given and related theories are going to be brought in. Besides, the theories of stakeholder is another important theory I would like to know in this article. In chapter 3, I will give out the methodologies I applied for problems analysis and searching for answers to questions. This chapter are mainly about qualitative research methods, little quantitative ways of research will be included. At the beginning of Chapter 4, I would like to give a case study about the cooperation between UiN and CUST; then, it is time to present the collected data I collected during the interviews. These findings will be display in a table and gives readers a general picture of educational cooperation of this case. Findings involves many topics, including cooperation, strategic alliance and sustainability, etc. In chapter 5, I will do analysis based on what has been presented in Chapter four, but my focus will be put on influence of cultural difference and stakeholder. In addition, I want explore the potential benefits of educational cooperation for both parties and employment issues. The next chapter is the conclusion chapter. I will give a conclusion for the whole chapter and give my opinion on the university cooperation. Later, implications for schools, for students and for government will be given.

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