597 research outputs found
Architecture in tension: an examination of the position of the architect in the private and public sectors, focusing on the training and careers of Sir Basil Spence (1907-1976) and Sir Donald Gibson (1908-1991)
Get PDFIn the early 1900s tensions began to appear within the architectural profession,
as private practitioners struggled to deal with the implications of professional
colleagues moving into public sector employment. Sir Basil Spence and Sir
Donald Gibson began their architectural training in the mid-1920s and, as
tensions between the sectors intensified, Spence entered private practice and
Gibson chose to enter the public sector. Each became an exemplar of his
chosen sector of the profession and yet both have, until recently, escaped
critical attention. The tensions between the public and private sectors of the
profession have been acknowledged within the historiography, but not received
detailed analysis.
This thesis advances the current historiography by presenting an examination
of the division between the sectors, focusing on the relationship between the
RIBA and the public sector union AASTA and assessing the influence of
AASTA on Gibson's Coventry City Architect's Department.
Through an examination of archival material, contemporary published material,
and buildings, this thesis builds on the work of the Sir Basil Spence Archive
Project, adding detailed accounts of his early life, architectural training, and
RIBA presidency, presenting new information and correcting certain aspects of
the accepted historiography. It likewise presents new information on Gibson's
early life and training and his central role in achieving improved status and
representation for the public sector. An analysis of selected projects provides a
comparative study of their contrasting approaches to architecture: the
technically informed, collaborative team-work of Gibson and the individual
artistry of Spence.
Both men played pivotal roles in reforming the RIBA and in changing public and
professional perceptions of the architect, nevertheless, the long lineage and
complex nature of tensions within the profession meant that the public/private
division was never be bridged and issues of status and representation
remained essentially immutable
Fort Fraser, B.C.: On the New Ocean to Ocean Grand Trunk Pacific Railroad in the Land Where Dreams Come True:
Get PDF"Why don't you make some of these good honest dollars?: Fort Fraser, B.C. : on the new ocean to ocean Grand Trunk Pacific Railroad in the land where dreams come true.
Vancouver Itself and Elsewhere : Polymorphic Drawings by Harold Spence-Sales
No full textThe author introduces drawings by urban planner Spence-Sales noting his interest in environment and urban geography
Heredity and environment : delivered before (and printed at the request of) the Criminological Society of South Australia, October 23rd, 1897 /
No full textCover title.; Ferguson no. 16063.; Also available in an electronic version via the Internet at: http://nla.gov.au/nla.aus-vn2094099; Library's copy inscribed: "Mr. E.A. Petherick from the Author"
Perceptions and experiences of using internet-based testing for sexually transmitted infections
No full textBackground
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a serious public health problem and testing is crucial to tackling their spread. Internet-based testing allows individuals to order a self-sampling kit online and receive their results electronically, reducing the need to attend a clinic unless for treatment. Its usage has grown rapidly in many high-income countries and existing research has found it to be acceptable, however uptake remains low among some high-incidence populations. This study sought to explore perceptions and experiences in order to understand how they impact use.
Methods
There were a combination of methods used to address the research questions of this project. Firstly, a systematic review and synthesis of qualitative research was conducted, to establish current understandings of perceptions and experiences. This led to semi-structured interviews with users of internet-based testing and focus groups with people from Black ethnic groups. The findings from these methods informed the design of a discrete choice experiment (DCE), which was piloted using qualitative and quantitative methods.
Results
Internet-based testing was perceived to offer privacy and convenience, which were the main facilitators to use. There were also concerns, however, that users were missing valuable support from staff and that self-sampling is both challenging and unreliable. This perception was stronger among Black ethnic groups and this population was also uncomfortable with the delivery of kits by post. Although some participants had concerns about SMS results, most who experienced it found it to be acceptable. The DCE design was found to be feasible and valuable through piloting.
Conclusions
These findings revealed a number of adaptations which could be made to 13 service delivery and promotion, which may improve the uptake and experience of internet-based testing. There would be value in further qualitative research exploring the views of populations of interest and in quantitative research exploring perceptions and experiences on a larger scale
Análisis del isótopo de oxígeno del Entierro 2.A, Pirámide de la Luna, Teotihuacan. 29. Arqueología
No full textSpence, M.W. y Denise To, “Los restos humanos de la primera
temporada de excavaciones en la Pirámide
de la Luna”, México, Informe al INAH, 2000,
mecanoescrito.White, C.D., et al., “Oxygen isotopes and the identification of
geographical origins: the Valley of Oaxaca versus
the Valley of México”, Journal of Archaeological
Science, núm. 25, 1998, pp. 643-655.White, C.D., M.W. Spence, Fred J. Longstaffe,
E. Rattray y K.R. Law
“Un análisis del isótopo oxígeno en los entierros
del Barrio de los Comerciantes”, ponencia
para La Segunda Mesa Redonda de Teotihuacan,
septiembre 2002.Ubelaker, D., Human skeletal remains: excavation, analysis and
interpretation, Chicago, Aldine Publishing, 1978
Increasing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics skills using Project Lead the Way
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Window of Palestine: Performance number 7.
No full textThe "Window of Palestine" episode at Unitec offered a poignant exploration of Palestinian experiences through the lens of architecture, art, and storytelling. Held in the Event Kitchen at Te Puna, this performance transformed the space into a platform for cultural exchange and dialogue. Through a captivating blend of poetry, music, and theatrical elements, the performance illuminated the resilience and struggles of the Palestinian people. Unitec has responded proactively by adopting Te Noho Kotahitanga and welcoming the 'Window of Palestine' performance in the Eid Celebration, demonstrating a commitment to fostering cultural understanding and inclusivity.
ROLES: Sameh Shamout was author director main perfromer and singer & Abigail Spence was co-author
Lucy Spence Morice: ‘mother of kindergartens’ in South Australia
No full textExisting histories of the free kindergarten movement in South Australia scantily acknowledge the key role of Lucy Spence Morice in helping to found the Kindergarten Union (KUSA) in 1905 and subsequently guiding the organisation through financially troubled times, internal conflict with respect to the independence of the Training College (Adelaide KTC) from Education Department control, changes of directorship, and in accordance with its original mission. This article seeks to restore Lucy Spence Morice to a place in South Australian annals alongside that of her distinguished aunt Catherine Helen Spence: teacher, journalist, author, Unitarian Church preacher, philanthropist, political and social reformer, self‐styled ‘new woman’ of the late nineteenth century, and to niece Lucy a dear friend, mentor and inspirational role model. In the light of fresh evidence contained in the papers of Mrs Marjorie Caw (an early KTC graduate), and informed by the work of Caine, Lewis, Ryan, and Goodman and Harrop most especially, it re‐assesses Mrs Morice’s contribution to kindergarten reform from a feminist revisionist historical perspective. I utilise biographical methods and network analysis in order to point up the genesis of Lucy’s zeal for the cause of kindergarten education; also to argue that her informal but expansive social ties, plus her links to professional women and other activists in the fields of child health, welfare and education were central to her work for the Kindergarten Union.</jats:p
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