Education - Higher

To evaluate the validity of the megachurch as we know it, this book will focus on the ability of the megachurch here in America to win souls for Christ or whether its function serves as a big business in our society under the auspices...

This book provides a vital guide for students to key study skills that are instrumental to success at university, covering time management, academic reading and note-taking, academic integrity, preparation of written assignments, teamwork, giving presentations, and revision. Author: Paul PennISBN-10: 1032807059ISBN-13: 9781032807058Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

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,...

The development of academic language in bilingual contexts is under-researched, especially at the critical point of adolescence. This insightful book addresses the onset and development of literacy in bilingual contexts, through a series of original case studies. Covering CLIL, EMI, and bilingual/multilingual education, the...

The 2012 edition of My Second Campus is the most complete directory of study abroad programs affiliated with colleges and universities in New England, unveiling study abroad programs never released by any organization before. The 2012 Edition identifies all the major study abroad programs;...

Focusing on the evolution of Northern Illinois University since 1965, the author highlights the process by which the university has accomplished its goals. He also introduces the key men and women who have helped make the university what it is today.Author: Monat WilliamISBN-10: 0875802788ISBN-13:...

To a large extent, it lies, no doubt, in what is presented in this work under the title of 'meta lever', a method which it is certainly interesting to develop and further refine. There exists in mathematics courses a strange prudery which forbids one...

This is the second of a three-volume history by Bill Guest of a major South African university founded as the Natal University College in Pietermaritzburg in 1909. Despite trying conditions, including two world wars, the university expanded, developed a second campus (Howard College) in...

The contemporary rethinking and relearning of history and racism has sparked creative approaches for teaching the histories and representations of marginalized communities. Cristina Stanciu and Gary Totten edit a collection that illuminates these ideas for a variety of fields, areas of education, and institutional...

Assessing the trajectory of China's higher education system amid competing domestic priorities and global ambitions.By 2025, China had twice as many college students as the United States, four times as many STEM graduates, and double the number of STEM PhDs. What will it mean...

A practical guide for thriving as an adjunct.Today, more than two-thirds of college courses are taught by part-time or contingent faculty who are navigating a system that too often offers little guidance, support, or stability. Dr. Jan Yager's The Adjunct's Handbook is a clear,...

Author: John D. CoatsISBN-13: 9798895270554Publisher: University of Tennessee PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/18/2025Pages: 278Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.17lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d

Unlock the Hidden Wealth-Building Power of Strategic Tariffs in 2025's Global EconomyIn an era of unprecedented trade tensions-with U.S. tariffs reaching 60% on Chinese goods and 30% on non-USMCA imports-From Trade Wars to Trade Wins reveals how nations, businesses, and entrepreneurs can transform apparent...

The History of Education: An Islamic Perspective, Book One: Spirit lays the foundation for understanding the story of knowledge, faith, and civilization from the beginning of humanity. Starting with Adam and the first Prophets, this volume traces how divine guidance shaped human societies, and...

Higher education is undergoing significant transformation in response to global pressures such as policy shifts, internationalization, and changing governance models. As institutions adapt to these trends, they must find ways to balance academic excellence with equity, sustainability, and responsiveness to societal needs. The production...

Amidst the turmoil of the Middle East, few have noticed the extent to which Israel has slowly but surely been building alliances on the African continent. Facing a growing international backlash, Israel has had to look beyond its traditional Western allies for support, and...

This book advances another and sharply different model: the Impresario with a Scenario, a teacher who serves as class mobilizer, improviser, and energizer, staging dramatic, often unexpected and self-unfolding learning challenges and adventures with students.Author: Anthony WestonISBN-10: 1620365219ISBN-13: 9781620365212Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/21/2018Pages: 248Format: PaperbackWeight:...

"Public education is in crisis--and it has been for some time. The problem is, no one can agree on the problem, and when there is no agreement on the problem, developing solutions is nearly impossible." Thus writes Matthew T. Lambert in this study of...

This is a book for anyone who has ever considered engaging in the scholarship of teaching and learning - known familiarly as SoTL - and needs a better understanding of what it is, and how to engage in it. The authors describe how to...

Many parents have asked for tips on how they might optimize their son or daughter's college experience. Hence, Malcolm formulated College Success Guaranteed 2.0:5 Rules for Parents, these five simple rules include: Rule #1: Make Them Pay... For Something, Rule #2: Wait for Their...

The number of English language students in American schools has dramatically increased in recent years, creating a greater awareness of cross-cultural issues and considerations in education. Globalization as well as an increase in international exchange student programs has proven that pre-service teachers can benefit...

""Twenty-Five Years in the Black Belt"" is a memoir written by William J. Edwards about his experiences living and working in the Black Belt region of Alabama from 1890 to 1915. The Black Belt was a predominantly African American region of the South that...

This seminal volume delves into some of the doctoral research and pedagogical experiences within an African higher education context, making a case for the transformative potential of education and the integration of African indigenous philosophies into global educational practices.Author: Yusef WaghidISBN-10: 1032866683ISBN-13: 9781032866680Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage:...

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,...

In the 1990s three college campuses in California exploded as Chicano/a and Latino/a students went on hunger strikes. Through courageous self-sacrifice, these students risked their lives to challenge racial neoliberalism, budget cuts, and fee increases. The strikers acted and spoke spectacularly and, despite great...

Author: Maria ZaitsevaISBN-13: 9798349610332Publisher: Dr. Maria ZaitsevaLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/28/2025Pages: 44Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.56lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d

Neurodiversity in higher education is gaining essential recognition, yet significant challenges remain. This book offers a comprehensive exploration of strategies and initiatives designed to foster inclusion for neurodivergent students. It is an invaluable resource for higher education academics and nonacademics, illuminating pathways towards accessible...

Published for the National Universities Commission in Nigeria, this book is the outcome of a National Summit on Higher Education, which took place in Nigeria in 2002. The summit was convened by the Ministry of Education with the support of Unesco. Its purpose was...

A completely updated guide to helping university trustees become effective stewards of their institutions.Boards of trustees hold immense responsibility in guiding the future of colleges and universities. They hire and fire presidents, approve and monitor strategy, oversee finances, and safeguard institutional missions and autonomy....

Coming soon! After the University by Chad Wellmon.Coming soon! After the University by Chad Wellmon.Author: Chad WellmonISBN-10: 1421454351ISBN-13: 9781421454351Publisher: Johns Hopkins University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/23/2026Pages: 376Format: HardcoverSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.24d

How to advance student success through inclusive reform at America's research universities.How can research universities foster both equity and excellence in undergraduate education? This compelling collection, edited by Steven P. Dandaneau, offers a rich set of answers that presents equity and excellence not as...

Assessment and evaluation are critical pillars in maintaining the quality and integrity of higher education, especially amid rapid technological, demographic, and structural shifts. As institutions strive to meet the needs of increasingly diverse student populations, there is a pressing need for inclusive, adaptable, and...

Engineering a nation's future through bold education.Author: Paul AikenISBN-10: 1300192321ISBN-13: 9781300192329Publisher: Lulu.comLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/08/2025Pages: 144Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.40lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.31d

Uncover the subsurface complexities of our planet with "Applied Geophysics: A Contemporary View," an essential guide that illuminates how we "see" the subsurface beneath our feet. In an era where understanding the Earth's subsurface is critical for sustainable resource management, hazard mitigation, and environmental...

Transform your course into a future-ready, AI-enhanced learning experience-in just 24 hours. In The Overnight AI Educator, Dr. Matthew Metzgar guides college faculty step-by-step through a proven, five-stage process that requires no programming skills or technical background. You'll discover how to: Identify the exact...

Struggling with peak distortion, drifting retention times, or failing system suitability? You're not alone and this guide has your back.The HPLC Method Development Troubleshooting Guide is your bench-side solution to the most common (and frustrating) chromatographic challenges. Whether you're a new analyst or a...

Unlocking the Complexities of ADHD Through HomoeopathyAttention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting individuals of all ages. This book explores ADHD's causes, symptoms, and diagnosis while offering a comprehensive homoeopathic approach to its management. Combining scientific insights with clinical experience, this book...

For Those That Walk Between Worlds is a gathering place for the stories, reflections, and ancestral wisdom of midwives - those who stand at the sacred threshold between life and death, joy and grief, seen and unseen. In an era where birth work is...

A comprehensive resource for librarians and teachers who want to implement a whole-school community reading program in their schools. Community reading programs can foster a love of reading, increase student engagement, build a community of readers, and simultaneously improve literacy. Yet, it can be...

Families for Mobility documents elite Korean transnational families, focusing on how they use elite education abroad as a tool for class reproduction. Drawing on over 100 interviews with both parents and children at elite U.S. colleges, the book explores the desires, aspirations, and expectations...

"Still Shining: Barclay College as a Lighthouse" by Glenn W. Leppert chronicles the rich history and enduring mission of Barclay College, an evangelical Friends institution dedicated to Christian education. The book begins by exploring the college's origins in 1917 as the Friends Kansas Central...

"Know thyself" is something that has been advocated by great philosophers, psychologists, and religious leaders since the beginning of recorded history. The principal aim of this book is to promote greater self-awareness through a deeper understanding of how your mind works and by cultivating...

As diversity continues to increase in classrooms, teachers need to be culturally aware and sensitive in order to ensure student success. It is important to understand what best practices are available to support this ever-increasing awareness of learning to respect those who are different...

Online and blended courses are becoming increasingly prevalent in higher education settings, and the pressures to incorporate these environments highlights the increased demand to serve a generation that prefers learning through experience or through interacting with learning tools. Challenges arise in assisting instructors in...

This second edition of the alternative grading classic revisits specs grading with a robust body of research, exemplars, and strategies to elevate the quality of student work, increase engagement and buy-in, reduce faculty stress, and cultivate students' career competencies.Nilson and Packowski present the unique...

This engaging history of the University of North Carolina provides a fascinating glimpse into the early days of higher education in the United States. Battle offers a detailed account of the founding of the school, its struggles during the Civil War, and its development...

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,...

Can university-based scientific research contribute to the economic development of a region? Can it generate wealth for the university? American universities are under increasing pressure to maximize their economic contributions. Tapping the Riches of Science offers a rigorous and far-sighted explanation of this controversial...

Early diagnosis, treatment and prevention of HIV and other STIs is germane to promoting the sexual health of college students and reducing high HIV/STI infection rates among young people. This edited volume will provide innovative and cutting-edge approaches to prevention for college students and...