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3.2.1 The Research Problem
According to Mouton (2001: 53), researchers often formulate problems in the form of questions as
away of focusing the research problem. Aspecific research problem or question can be formulated
form the general domain of co-operative education. This research problem is the axis around which
the whole research problem revolves. The problem statement therefore constitutes the focus of the
research and suggests the extent and probable outcome of the study.
Questions that arise from the above stated problem are:
• What is the ideal profile of aCEl?
• What will the ideal job description of a CEl consist of?
• What will the guidelines for the effective recruitment remuneration, assessment and
training of aCEl be?
3.2.2 The Research Statement
From the above, the following research statement can be posited.
At the moment no specific scientific established model pertaining to the profile of a CEl in South
Africa exists. Therefore, there are no set guidelines for the effective recruitment remuneration,
assessment and training of CEls in South Africa.
3.2.3 The Research Objectives
An up-ta-date profile of the role and responsibilities, personality traits, characteristics and abilities,
level of qualifications and type of experience of an ideal CEl will be able to set certain guidelines
with regard to the recruitment remuneration, assessment and training of CEls in South Africa.
These guidelines can be used throughout South Africa and can enhance the effectiveness and
credibility of the CEl's function in the co-operative education process.
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