Education - Higher

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...

Castells in Africa: Universities and Development collects the papers produced by Manuel Castells on his visits to South Africa, and publishes them in a single volume for the first time. The book also publishes a series of empirically-based papers which together display the multi-faceted...

Castells in Africa: Universities and Development collects the papers produced by Manuel Castells on his visits to South Africa, and publishes them in a single volume for the first time. The book also publishes a series of empirically-based papers which together display the multi-faceted...

Reflections of South African Student Leaders 1994-2017 brings together the reflections of twelve former SRC leaders from across the landscape of South African universities. Each student leader's reflections are presented in a dedicated chapter that draws closely on an interview conducted in the course...

"In June 2016, the Norwegian Programme for Capacity Development in Higher Education and Research for Development (Norhed) hosted a conference on the theme of 'knowledge for development' in an attempt to shift the focus of the programme towards its academic content. This book follows...

This open access collection examines how higher education responds to the demands of the automation economy and the fourth industrial revolution. Considering significant trends in how people are learning, coupled with the ways in which different higher education institutions and education stakeholders are implementing...

At 150 years following its founding in 1868, the University of California is regarded by many as the most successful and highly respected public research university in the world. Particularly impressive are the very high standings of its campuses in national and international rankings,...

A university may have a prestigious pedigree, a beautiful campus, state-of-the-art research facilities, and a dedicated staff, but none of these define a good school. Instead, the students are the lifeblood of the academic world. When the attrition rates increase, the school loses its...

Tired of writing your own revision notes? Unsure what to put in and what to leave out? Use professional ones!These condensed revision notes should be used like flashcards for memorization of the A-Level content. They have been specifically designed for this by a very...

Imagine partaking in an activity that allows you to gain experience beyond the traditional framework of an undergraduate career, where instead of only acquiring knowledge, you are creating it, and instead of only learning about discoveries, you are making them. This is what it...

This book may be read continuously from start to finish and will, in itself, provide the reader with a comprehensive guide to the study of ethics. However, it can also be read as individual chapters that stand in isolation from the remainder of the...

This book candidly provides assistant professors and graduate sutdents contemplating a career in academia with practical information that will facilitate their meeting collegiality and service expectations for promotion and tenure. The focus is on meeting departmental and institutional expectations for collegiality and service. While...

More than a quarter-century ago, the last great wave of coeducation in the United States resulted in the admission of women to almost all of the remaining men's colleges and universities. In thirteen original essays, Going Coed investigates the reasons behind this important phenomenon,...

"The more it costs, the less it's worth." (Student slogan, London, 2003) "We are told that this world represents our best hope for intellectual vitality and creativity. We are also told that we should pay more to enter it and experience its rich resources....

Both nationally and internationally there is a drive to increase participation in post-compulsory education. Yet with existing participation rates already high by historical standards, it is not easy to see how this can be done. Now Liz Thomas provides a comprehensive guide. From an...

This book tests the proposition that the humanities can, and at their best do, represent a commitment to ethical reading. And that this commitment, and the training and discipline of close reading that underlie it, represent something that the humanities need to bring to...

In the past century, more and more Americans have been migrating from rural areas and urban centers to suburban communities. As a result, the majority of American youth are educated in the suburbs, and the ways in which they learn to be citizens are...

This vital history of the School of Law includes the development of the library, reminiscences of the early twentieth-century law school, a discussion of the teaching theory and practice of law, the changes brought about by World War II, and an evaluation of the...

Once rare, presidential transitions at institutions of higher education now command the attention of about one-quarter of the nation's colleges and universities at any given time. Though they occur frequently, transitions at this level are hardly routine, and American higher education has not developed...

Tenure is a pivotal decision for the academy. If it is earned, it provides security and permanence, creating further academic freedom to pursue research and interests important to the institution and to society. If it is not earned, then the peer review process provides...

When racial segregation was the rule in southern schools, all-black universities like Jackson State, Alcorn State, and Mississippi Valley State represented the only opportunities for African Americans to obtain a college education. For that reason, the move toward desegregation triggered by Brown v. Board...

This question-by-question guide to LSAT Prep Test 60 (June, 2010 - NOT included) walks you through every question and every answer choice viewed from the eyes of attorney and LSAT expert Dan F. Oakes. All 99 questions are analyzed with initial thoughts, then each...

Abstract: This study examined the question, does a government-supported institution benefit from being earmarked to receive state lottery funds? To answer the question, a regression model analyzed population data for the Florida community colleges throughout their existence in general revenue funds, categorical funds, and...

Abstract: This study was designed to test the applicability of theoretical propositions concerning role conflict and reference group consensus to the role performed by deans of students. The specific purpose was to determine the nature of the relationship existing between reference group role expectations...

This book examines current trends in global student mobility patterns in several key host and destination countries, including the United States, China, India, South Africa, Mexico, Australia, and Germany, among others, and will explore the national and global-level factors that contribute to these trends.Author:...

This book brings together the experiences of Anglo-American teachers and discusses some of the challenges which face teachers of nineteenth-century fiction, suggesting practical ways in which these might start to be overcome by considering the constantly changing canon, issues related to course design and...

Author: David LawISBN-10: 1958416126ISBN-13: 9781958416129Publisher: Utah State University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/11/2023Pages: 552Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.78lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.12d

Author: Andrea L. McWilliams, A. E. Dreyfuss, James E. BecvarISBN-10: 1944996044ISBN-13: 9781944996048Publisher: Pltlis PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/15/2019Pages: 84Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.48lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.17d

Ron Burnett offers a timely and provocative vision for educational transformation. Drawing on his decades-long career as both an educator and institutional leader, Burnett crafts a compelling narrative that bridges personal experience with forward-thinking educational theory and practice.This book suggests that transformative learning demands...

Ron Burnett offers a timely and provocative vision for educational transformation. Drawing on his decades-long career as both an educator and institutional leader, Burnett crafts a compelling narrative that bridges personal experience with forward-thinking educational theory and practice.This book suggests that transformative learning demands...

One of the most famous and renowned textbooks of quantum mechanics appears now with the new typesetting and corrections. The free PDF file available on the publisher's website www.bwpest2018.orgAuthor: Paul A. M. DiracISBN-10: 1950217140ISBN-13: 9781950217144Publisher: Bow Wow PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2025Pages: 350Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.47lbsSize: 9.21h...

This edited volume illustrates the idea of a successful research capacity model, critically addressing preconceived notions of early career research projects' impact, and drawing together insights and implications around the encouragement of newer researchers to conduct useful, robust studies with real-world effect.Author: Stephen GorardISBN-10:...

SAGEMATH CRYPTOGRAPHY AND NETWORK SECURITY: The book covers OSI Security Architecture, Security Attacks, Security Services, Cryptography, Conventional Encryption, Encryption and Decryption, Cryptanalysis, Symmetric Key Encryption, AES, DES, RSA, IP Security, Network Security, Threats in Networks, Public Key Infrastructures, Web and System Security Concepts. Major...

The first book in the series is "THE ESSENCE: A Collection of Short Stories from Ancient Scriptures OF India: SHRIMAD BHAGAVATAM." It offers 55 short stories from which the reader can learn, pause, contemplate, and solve problems. It is a compilation of short stories,...

Accountability in higher education has become a critical issue as higher education institutions face scrutiny over student outcomes, financial transparency, and the value of a college degree. As the cost of tuition is on the rise and student debt growing, the concerns on equitability...

When someone goes missing, every second counts. Applied psychology offers powerful tools to help investigators uncover critical clues, assess behavioral patterns, and predict the next moves of both the missing and those involved in their disappearance.This groundbreaking book explores the psychological and forensic principles...

This book presents recent advances in foreign language education in Denmark as well as recent work on Chinese language education and CFL teacher development in international contexts.Author: Li WangISBN-10: 8770220867ISBN-13: 9788770220866Publisher: River PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/26/2024Pages: 102Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.77lbsSize: 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.31d

Embarking on a journey to a foreign land brimming with distinct languages and cultures is a formidable leap for anyone. Discover how this book becomes the steadfast companion for international students, catering comprehensively to every facet of their monumental transition. If you're acquainted with...

While critical race theory is a framework employed by activists and scholars within and outside the confines of education, there are limited resources for leadership practitioners that provide insight into critical race theory and the possibilities of implementing a critical race praxis approach to...

A growing number of people completing or holding graduate degrees now seek non-faculty positions-also called alternative academic, or "alt-ac" positions-at different stages in their careers.Author: Kevin Kelly, Kathryn E. Linder, Thomas J. TobinISBN-10: 1620368315ISBN-13: 9781620368312Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/15/2020Pages: 264Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 8.90h x 6.00w...

The book provides best practices from online educators who are engaged in online teaching and program development in Christian higher education. It also explores the distinct aspects of teaching and developing online courses and programs from a Christian perspective and within Christian higher education...

We hope readers will consider these threads when reviewing the teaching tips in this collection:1. Teaching metacognition demands intention and modeling of the strategies.2. Using metacognition in the classroom requires establishing the students as willing and interested learners in the first place.3. Teaching students...

This is a book about the enormous changes that took place at Baylor University from 1991 to 2003, as seen through the perceptive eyes of its provost at the time, Donald D. Schmeltekopf. On the front end was the charter revision, a change that...

The key roles that the University of Southern California's professional schools have played in promoting public affairs are brought into sharp focus in this detailed history, edited by a group of academic experts intimately involved in the development of the school. Through its School...

Develops a theoretical and methodological focus on Blackness to rethink ideas about humanity underpinning the field of student development.Winner of the 2025 Outstanding Book Award presented by the Division B of the American Educational Research Association In "No Humans Involved: An Open Letter to...

First comparative historical analysis of the organizational growth of black colleges.A quarter of black Americans earn college degrees from black colleges, yet questions about the necessity of black colleges abound. In the Face of Inequality dissects the ways in which race and racism combined...

In the fall of 2000 the Flandreau Indian School began a reform effort called Success Academy, aimed at preparing all of its students for post-secondary education. Throughout all aspects of Success Academy programming, students' American Indian identities are affirmed, honored and incorporated into school...

Allen of Alfred: Some of His Words to Students is a book written by E. H. Lewis. The book is a collection of speeches and writings by Allen of Alfred, a prominent educator and administrator at Alfred University in New York. The book is...

This book explores how deans of women actively fostered feminism in the mid-twentieth century through a study of the career of Dr. Emily Taylor, the University of Kansas dean of women from 1956-1974. Sartorius links feminist activism by deans of women with labor activism,...