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An insightful look at a major fault in higher education Making Sense of College Grades: Why the Grading System Does Not Work and What Can be Done About It explores the phenomenon of grading in U.S. higher education, and exposes the systemic faults and...

Author: Katharine T. KinkeadISBN-10: 0393336298ISBN-13: 9780393336290Publisher: W. W. Norton & CompanyLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/1962Pages: 120Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.35lbsSize: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.28d

This book takes a critical look at the challenges facing Christian colleges and universities, and provides recommendations for university leaders, faculty, and staff to implement in their daily work. This volume was originally published as a special issue of Christian Higher Education.Author: Laurie SchreinerISBN-10:...

Faculty of color are entering the academy at a time when colleges and universities are undergoing significant transformations. Demographic shifts promise the most diverse student body in the history of higher education. The technology explosion is transforming the way we experience teaching and learning....

This compilation of 29 country studies could not be more timely. Recent student unrest in El Salvador, Czechoslovakia, and West Germany, a national student forum held in Moscow, and China's Tiananmen Square student tragedy all suggest a worldwide upsurge in students' efforts to participate...

The academic profession faces new challenges everywhere. The pressures of mass higher education, accountability, fiscal constraints, distance education and the new technologies, and changing attitudes concerning academic work have combined to place unprecedented strains on the professoriate. There is no country that has avoided...

The conscience of today's college students is guided by the personal moral values that underlie its concept of justice. College professors frequently avoid discussions of moral values, fearful of either the deconstructionist's criticism or the alleged wall of separation between church and state. Regardless...

The conscience of today's college students is guided by the personal moral values that underlie its concept of justice. College professors frequently avoid discussions of moral values, fearful of either the deconstructionist's criticism or the alleged wall of separation between church and state. Regardless...

The need for outstanding university supervisors who balance the needs and interests of the student teacher, the university, and the K-12 school has never been greater. Teacher supervisors are the link between institutions of higher learning and public and private schools. This work is...

Teaching Theory offers a selection of essays on the pragmatics, benefits and shortcomings of Theory as a key aspect of literature teaching in universities. They range from reflective discussions of Theory as an intellectual challenge for undergraduates to accounts of the day-to-day problems of...

As the global commitment to educational access has become enshrined in all levels of society, new technologies have also been developed that hold tremendous promise for enabling these goals. This book looks at trends and challenges for expanding access to post-secondary education via technology...

This collection, now in paperback, explores how universities are coping with the range of reforms and changes taking place across higher education today. Analyzing areas such as leadership, quality management, strategic thinking, collegiality and academic work, and from the perspective of different agents within...

In Accountability in American Higher Education prominent academics, entrepreneurs, and journalists assess the obstacles to, and potential opportunities for, accountability in higher education in America. Providing analysis that can be used to engage institutions of higher education in the difficult but necessary conversation of...

Public Universities and the Public Sphere argues that two crises facing America - a crisis of public discourse and a crisis of public higher education - are closely connected. Part of the solution, Smith argues in this timely work, to both crises lies in...

Law school can be a joyous, soul-transforming challenge that leads to a rewarding career. It can also be an exhausting, self-limiting trap. It all depends on making smart decisions. When every advantage counts, A Student's Guide to Law School is like having a personal...

Volume XXIV of History of Universities contains the customary mix of learned articles, book reviews, and bibliographical information, which makes this publication such an indispensable tool for the historian of higher education. Its contributions range widely geographically, chronologically, and in subject-matter.Author: Mordechai FeingoldISBN-10: 0199582122ISBN-13:...

In shaping the modern academy and in setting the agenda of modern Christian theology, few institutions have been as influential as the German universities of the nineteenth century. This book examines the rise of the modern German university from the standpoint of the Protestant...

Volume XXVII/2 of History of Universities contains the customary mix of learned articles and book reviews which makes this publication such an indispensable tool for the historian of higher education. The volume is, as always, a lively combination of original research and invaluable reference...

Using a new model focused on four core capacities-intellectual complexity, social location, empathetic accountability, and motivated action--Teaching Civic Engagement explores the significance of religious studies in fostering a vibrant, just, and democratic civic order.In the first section of the book, contributors detail this theoretical...

How can you develop a world class dining program that meets the unique social architecture and dining objectives of your campus? How can you negotiate effectively with food service providers if you let them hold all the cards? Your campus is likely settling for...

Drawing on lessons learned regarding student experiences during Covid-19, there has been a wider call within Higher Education to be proactive about initiating developments that foster connections, build a learning community where students feel valued, and their voice heard. This collection of experiences from...

Pedagogy in Higher Education provides a critical context for the exploration of the complex ways that pedagogy impacts the stakeholders of universities, and their interrelationships. The authors in this collection present a critique of the way they meet the challenge of engaging learners, across...

Participation in education is essential in fostering the full agency of people within society. Higher education is subject to a variety of rights for students, and often these rights are protected by law or by university policy. This edited collection explores how higher education...

Teaching has always been about balance-balancing lessons, grading, parent communication, and the unique needs of every student. However, in 2025, maintaining that balance is more challenging than ever. Teachers are stretched thin, and the demands of modern classrooms can feel overwhelming.That's where artificial intelligence...

This open access book takes an innovative and critical look at the ways in which digital data and algorithms are changing the face of higher education in multiple ways. It examines their impact at both the macro scale of universities and systems worldwide, but...

Neurodiversity and its challenges require a collective effort of support and understanding in education, especially in college communities. Collaborative approaches in understanding and engaging students, faculty, staff, and administrators can create safe environments where neurodivergent individuals feel valued and supported. By acknowledging the strengths...

Advocacy for Educators: A Roadmap to Actionargues that advocacy within teacher education is more critical now than ever due to increasing attacks on public education. The book, created by the ATE's Commission on Advocacy, emphasizes the urgent need for teacher educators to actively represent...

A history of enslaved people and abolitionists who fought racism on college campuses and reimagined higher learning Since their inception in North America, universities have had symbiotic ties to racial slavery and settler colonialism and were incubators of racist thought. In Dissenting Forces, Michael...

Have you always dreamed of teaching riding but felt unsure where to begin? This guide provides the clear direction you need. Authored by a dedicated riding coach and experienced classroom teacher, it distills years of expertise into an easy-to-follow, comprehensive system for structuring riding...

This book highlights educational innovations from Latin American researchers, offering culturally relevant practices and perspectives. This approach provides valuable and underrepresented viewpoints for a global audience interested in diverse approaches to education. It integrates theory and practice by seamlessly combining theoretical frameworks with real-world...

Qualitative research is critical in doctoral studies, offering detailed insights into complex data that quantitative methods often cannot capture. Designing and implementing qualitative research equips doctoral students with the essential tools to navigate the nuances of data collection, analysis, and interpretation. By exploring various...

Academic accreditation and evaluation in higher education ensures institutions meet established standards of quality and effectiveness. These practices serve to uphold educational excellence and foster transparency and accountability in academic programs. Through rigorous assessment methods, institutions evaluate their curricula, faculty qualifications, and student outcomes,...

Micro-credentials, which offer smaller certifications for specific skills and competencies, are becoming relevant in today's job market. When combined with artificial intelligence, these credentials can be personalized and tailored to individual learners, assessing their strengths and areas for improvement. AI can also facilitate the...

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...

The global evolution of women's rights throughout history follows an arduous path from suffrage to the modern era of workplace inclusion. In pursuing gender equality and social progress, nations worldwide have embarked on transformative journeys to empower women. A Cross-Cultural Examination of Women in...

A 25-chapter book on Japan's system of colleges and universities, from both historical and contemporary viewpoints and themes. The first in a new series of handbooks on Japanese studies.Author: Paul SnowdenISBN-10: 9463724672ISBN-13: 9789463724678Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/20/2021Pages: 436Format: HardcoverWeight: 2.00lbsSize: 9.70h x 6.90w x 1.10d

This book details the experiences of doctoral students, new academics and senior academics as they engage in their work related to doctoral education. It offers new strategies for improving doctoral education and challenges accepted strategies and practices. Author: Lynn McAlpineISBN-10: 9400705069ISBN-13: 9789400705067Publisher: SpringerLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

Oxford, the Collegiate University addresses the possible shift in balance of authority at one of the world's greatest universities, and arrives at a positive conclusion. Oxford will continue to remain an effective collegiate university and, while its identity will change, its core values persist.Author:...

The book covers all the aspects of Transmission and Distribution for undergraduate course. The various aspects of transmission and distribution systems, FACTS, sag calculations, parameters and performance of transmission lines, insulators, cables, substations and grounding systems are explained in the book with the help...

Make it Simple and Keep it Simple Since the early 2000s numerous external scenarios and drivers have added significant pressures upon the IT organisations. Among many, these include: Regulatory compliance: data privacy requirements and corporate scandals have focused a requirement for transparency - with...

Known as either 'soft' or 'hard' 'managerialism', 'new managerialism' or 'new public management', this new narrative has, irrespective of moniker, permeated the institutions of higher education almost everywhere. Taking this as its context, this volume is founded on a comprehensive international comparative analysis of...

Over the last decade the structure of higher education in most countries has undergone significant change brought about by social demands for expanded access, technological developments, and market forces. In this period of change the traditional concerns with access and cost have been supplemented...

Virtual learning environments could be the future of higher education, and V-learning shows how, with practical examples from over six years of research. From multiplayer video games to online learning, this overview illustrates the power of virtual learning.Author: Leonard A. Annetta,Elizabeth Folta,Marta KlesathISBN-10: 9048136202ISBN-13:...

Higher education internationally is in a state of transition and transformation, leading to an increase in the level of participation, and a consequent increase in number of non traditional and underprepared students. The appearance of these students provides a particular challenge in the sciences...

This book focuses on the language of educational research as well as on the language of education. It conceives both as social practices and investigates how rhetoric plays a part in the complex process of historically situated argumentation. The book aims to answer such...

Like many of my friends I didn't really realise that I was working class until I went to university. Suddenly, what I thought as normal became subtly and not so subtly differentiated as I came into close contact with the middle classes. I had...

An important contribution to the international discussion on higher education globalization and worldwide rankings of higher education institutions, this volume criticizes the existing one-dimensional and aggregated international ranking models and suggests an interesting and exciting new approach of multi-dimensional mapping of higher education institutions....

This book examines how World War II affected denominational colleges who faced a national crisis in relationship to their Christian tenets and particular religious communities and student bodies. With denominational positions ranging from justifying the war in light of the existential threat that the...

This exciting new state-of-the art book reviews, explores and advocates ways in which collaborative research endeavours can, through a transdisciplinary lens, enhance student, academic and social experiences. Drawing from a wide range of knowledges, contexts, geographical locations and internationally renowned expertise, the book provides...

This book empirically examines academic conferences in the social sciences, and explores the purpose and value of people interested in the social sciences attending and presenting at national and international academic conferences. Using a highly original structure and style, the book considers the damaging...