Browsing University of Galway Theses (PhD Theses) by Subject "Engagement"
Now showing items 1-4 of 4
-
Alleviating Educational Disadvantage through Localised Policy Intervention: Lessons for Success
(2014-02-10)Educational disadvantage, recognised as a factor in determining a child's life-chances, manifests itself in the form of resistance to and disengagement from school, resulting in the inability of marginalised students to ... -
Deepening the theatre experience for young audiences: Mapping the aims and impact of extended performance engagement
(NUI Galway, 2024-04-22)Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) commonly uses engagement practices to extend the theatrical experience for children and adults before and/or after a theatrical event. These are often referred to as wrap-around ... -
Learningful play: Exploring the design of technology, learning and play to enhance children’s engagement with cultural heritage in schools and museums
(NUI Galway, 2020-10-31)This research explores the design, development and evaluation of a Technology-enhanced Cultural Heritage Education (TECHe) learning model to enhance children’s engagement with their local heritage and place. Following ... -
Older women's expereinces of ageing and health related issues in Ireland
(2017-01-26)Background: A challenge of an increasing ageing population is the ‘feminisation of ageing’. Worldwide women live longer than men and this pattern is replicated in Ireland. It is important that health care professionals and ...