Education - Higher

A practical guide for scholars ready to write beyond the academy.Public scholarship should not be reserved for celebrity intellectuals or tenured faculty at elite institutions. It's designed for anyone who wants to share their academic work and engage with the public beyond the classroom...

Early Career Researcher Pathways, Tensions, and Stories investigates the employability of doctoral graduates, specifically those from the Humanities, Arts and Social Science (HASS) disciplines. This study is in response to the continuing resistance and concern about the value of HASS research and researchers compared...

A popular novelist and literary blogger answers those who claim the classics are too difficult, too problematic, and too white--and explains what we gain by reading them When she was in her early twenties, then-aspiring writer Naomi Kanakia set out to read the Great...

Survival English for Newcomers helps you handle real-life situations with confidence. Inside, you'll find 25 easy-to-follow lessons with simple explanations, useful vocabulary, and practice questions. Learn how to open a bank account, visit the doctor, shop for groceries, use public transportation, and more.Author: Center...

Personal Finance English for Newcomers explains budgeting, banking, credit, loans, taxes, savings, and more - all in simple, clear English. With easy dialogues, real-life vocabulary, and practice exercises, you'll build confidence as you learn how personal finance works in English-speaking countries.Author: Center Of Practical...

An invaluable guide for every step of the college experience, from deciding if and where to go to maximizing academic, social, personal, and professional opportunities The College Handbook shows how college is a journey rather than simply a destination, guiding undergraduates and their families...

"The Mysteries of Crop Circles" invites readers on an extraordinary journey into the enigmatic world of crop circles, where intricate patterns emerge overnight in fields of grain, sparking wonder and debate. This book delves into the captivating allure of these formations, exploring their complexity,...

Artificial intelligence (AI) transforms the landscape of higher education, creating smart-enabled architecture and infrastructure that redefines how campuses operate and evolve. By integrating AI technologies into the physical and digital frameworks of universities, institutions can create more adaptive, efficient, and student-centered environments. From intelligent...

Higher education s focus has recently shifted towards student-centric policies, an approach that places students needs and experiences at the core of institutional decision-making. These policies create more inclusive, flexible, and supportive learning environments that recognize the diverse backgrounds and challenges faced by students....

Improving doctoral education and research development advances sustainability in an interconnected world. As global challenges like climate change, resource depletion, and social inequality rise, there is a demand for skilled researchers capable of generating innovative, interdisciplinary solutions. Doctoral programs must evolve to increase academic...

Higher education institutions are positioned to lead the global response to climate change and drive progress toward sustainability. Through their core missions of education, research, and community engagement, universities and colleges serve as innovation hubs for developing climate solutions, shaping public policy, and preparing...

Higher education institutions are positioned to lead the global response to climate change and drive progress toward sustainability. Through their core missions of education, research, and community engagement, universities and colleges serve as innovation hubs for developing climate solutions, shaping public policy, and preparing...

Digital transformation and sustainability have become pivotal in higher education, reshaping how institutions operate, teach, and engage with communities. As universities adopt technologies to enhance learning experiences and streamline administrative processes, they align these innovations with environmental and social responsibility. This convergence presents both...

Students in higher or adult education often face a wide array of challenges as they learn skills for transitioning to the workforce. They and their educators may encounter critical topics including emotional intelligence, student-educator relationships, and feedback mechanisms as well as employability skills. As...

From the Sahara to World Power: Africa's Ascendance on the Global Stage"From the Sahara to World Power: Africa's Ascendance on the Global Stage" is a compelling and comprehensive exploration of Africa's transformative journey from a continent often overshadowed by narratives of poverty and conflict...

Explore a captivating tale where ambition and deceit entwine in a shadowy city. In a sinister dance of power, Gidisha, a self-made billionaire, conceals dark motives, while Zainab, a talented artist, becomes ensnared in malicious games. Childhood friend turned rival, Umaru, seeks vengeance. As...

Most People will just Naturally find it Difficult to Believe that Electric Power can be Free and Unlimited for Everyone, Worldwide: beCause they are Used to Paying High Prices for it, and Doubt that it will ever Happen, in spite of the Fact that...

In recent years, university incubators have come to play a crucial role in fostering entrepreneurship and innovation within higher education. These incubators serve as breeding grounds for new ideas, providing resources, mentorship, and a supportive environment for aspiring entrepreneurs to turn their concepts into...

As globalization reshapes the landscape of higher education, the development of faculty and staff becomes essential for institutions to remain competitive and relevant. By investing in continuous learning and cross-cultural competencies, educators can better meet the diverse needs of an international student body and...

Online higher education has seen significant transformations in recent years, particularly in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. A comparative approach to understanding the drivers, trends, and challenges in online learning reveals a shift from pre-pandemic to post-pandemic periods. Before COVID-19, online education was...

Equipping future counselors with culturally sustaining counseling curricula is vital for fostering inclusivity and addressing diverse client needs in an increasingly interconnected world. The rise of online learning has expanded access to counselor education, offering flexible pathways through synchronous, asynchronous, and hybrid formats. By...

As higher education institutions grapple with the rapid evolution of technology, they are faced with a myriad of challenges in effectively integrating these innovations into teaching, learning, and student support services. From navigating the complexities of instructional design to addressing issues of student engagement...

Higher education often involves academic challenges like course selection or financial aid navigation. Developing effective study skills, mastering time management, refining note-taking techniques, and tackling complex course content demands dedication and proactivity. However, support services such as academic skills workshops and writing centers offer...

Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) face a pressing challenge in balancing organizational competitiveness with environmental responsibility. As organizations increasingly adopt Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices to enhance sustainability, HEIs must align their human resource strategies with ecological goals. However, the lack of comprehensive guidance...

The resilience and adaptability of higher education systems are under unprecedented strain. From natural disasters to pandemics, and economic crises to political turmoil, universities and colleges worldwide have grappled with a myriad of crises that disrupt their core missions of teaching, research, and community...

The rise of ChatGPT has stirred intense conversations in education, raising concerns about the loss of traditional assessment methods. The increasing emphasis on examination-based evaluations has gained attention, leading educators to wrestle with the possible standardization of academic assessments. This one-size-fits-all approach not only...

Higher education often involves academic challenges like course selection or financial aid navigation. Developing effective study skills, mastering time management, refining note-taking techniques, and tackling complex course content demands dedication and proactivity. However, support services such as academic skills workshops and writing centers offer...

This book draws from social, psychosocial, and psychological perspectives to highlight the fatigue experienced by immigrant faculty of color in institutions of higher learning. In addition to a brief history of migration to the United States of America and a synopsis of the historical...

Instead of following the Magna Charta Universitatum, the declaration of the principles of knowledge signed in 1988 in Bologna, the academic approach pursued in Europe and the other continents over the past 30 years has strictly employed a utilitarian model of higher education. This...

Recently, there has been an increase in businesses and schools that are using some form of problem-based learning daily. By educating undergraduate and graduate students using this service delivery model, they will be better prepared to enter the workforce and increase their marketability. Further...

When a global crisis impacts nearly every industry, education is always one of the most impacted as students and faculty must frantically try to maintain their educational programs throughout uncertain times. Beyond the educational courses themselves being shifted online or to hybrid approaches, there...

"This publication will benefit administrators and faculty seeking to enroll and support adult and non-traditional learners in their institutions and will help higher education professionals ensure that programs, courses, and student services are designed and implemented in a manner that supports student success for...

"The book is a collection of scientific articles on the development of Higher Education in South-East Asia, discussing the challenges and potential solutions as the education sector works to modernize their system"--Author: Christian KahlISBN-10: 1799865207ISBN-13: 9781799865209Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/23/2020Pages: 316Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.62lbsSize:...

"This book explores the various factors, aspects, challenges, and successes that characterize the international student experience in Canadian higher education"--Author: Vander TavaresISBN-10: 1799856895ISBN-13: 9781799856894Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/08/2020Pages: 436Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.21lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.89d

"This book discusses ways of optimizing learning in higher education through learning activities and assessment strategies"--Author: Yukiko Inoue-SmithISBN-10: 1799855937ISBN-13: 9781799855934Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/02/2020Pages: 444Format: PaperbackWeight: 2.25lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.90d

Stories offer opportunities for listeners to merge the storyteller's experiences with their own, resulting in connections that can turn into life-changing experiences. However, when the experience of the storyteller ceases to matter to the listener, ideologies begin to influence the listener's view of the...

Restorative practices in schools emphasize a focus on non-punitive strategies to handle student disciplinary issues within schools and can include practices such as peer mediation, conflict resolution, restorative circles enabling a respectful dialogue, reparation of harmful and/or wrongful actions, and a primary emphasis on...

"This book seeks to make the Academy responsive and inclusive for women advancement and sustainable empowerment strategies by broadening the understanding of why women in the Academy are overlooked in leadership positions, why there is a pay parity deficit, and what is being done...

"This book provides a multidimensional understanding on the challenges and opportunities of fostering creativity and problem-based learning in Chinese universities"--Author: Chunfang ZhouISBN-10: 1799835286ISBN-13: 9781799835288Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/25/2020Pages: 272Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.57d

"This book explores academic language and learning support services in higher education"--Author: Donna M. VelliarisISBN-10: 1799828794ISBN-13: 9781799828792Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/06/2020Pages: 272Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.05lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.57d

Based on a structure developed centuries ago, higher education systems are being challenged to alter their landscape and culture. With a rapidly changing knowledge base, job market, and societal and community needs, it is imperative that higher education systems remain adaptive and responsive. However,...

Teachers assist students in order to gain data and to determine whether the instructional objectives have been met. Usually, the assessment process takes place as part of ongoing learning and teaching, periodically and at key transitions. The term "assessment" refers to the wide variety...

""This book examines trends and good practices in management training in higher education"--Provided by publisher"--Author: Edgar Oliver Cardoso EspinosaISBN-10: 1799818764ISBN-13: 9781799818762Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/24/2020Pages: 152Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.61lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.33d

"This book explores how to increase the effectiveness of technology innovations in education, particularly in online learning"--Author: Lazarus Ndiku MakewaISBN-10: 179981663XISBN-13: 9781799816638Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/18/2019Pages: 264Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.02lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.55d

""This book examines international and study abroad programs and their effect on students and student preparation"--Provided by publisher"--Author: Donna M. VelliarisISBN-10: 1799816087ISBN-13: 9781799816089Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/09/2019Pages: 284Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.09lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.60d

With the rapid availability of information, it becomes essential to keep pace with this availability as well as process the information into knowledge that has real-world applications. Neuroscientific methods allow an approach to this problem based on the way that the human brain already...

"This book features relevant and evaluative information on research methodology for best outcomes. It highlights topics such as educational policy, scientific realism, and teaching strategies"--Author: Lorraine LingISBN-10: 179981002XISBN-13: 9781799810025Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/17/2019Pages: 360Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.84lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.75d

"This book explore the current impact of mobile technologies and the use of video capture via mobile devices on the learning and assessment of students in higher education, particularly where practical performance examples of their work are required as evidence of attaining competence"--Author: Christopher...

The general academic progression, and particularly research engagement, of postgraduate students is characterized by various problems such as high dropout rates, longer completion times, low graduation rates, and high repetition or retake rates. This means that there are far fewer students pursuing postgraduate studies...

""This book explores changing student demographics and offers recommendations to current teaching methodologies through the lens of andragogy"--Provided by publisher"--Author: Lorie Cook-Benjamin,Jared CookISBN-10: 1799801497ISBN-13: 9781799801498Publisher: Information Science ReferenceLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/15/2019Pages: 176Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.38d