Education - Higher

The Bound-for-College Guidebook is a step-by-step guide to the student transition from high school to postsecondary education, including the self-awareness, exploration, goal-setting, decision-making, application and enrollment stages that must be successfully navigated to ensure the best results. This edition addresses the recent changes and...

So many women leading in higher education have stories to tell and advice to give - but don't yet have a platform. This book is our first foray into providing that platform.Throughout this collection of 34 essays, you will hear voices from every level...

Author: Kevin R. McClureISBN-10: 1421451948ISBN-13: 9781421451947Publisher: Johns Hopkins University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 07/01/2025Pages: 352Format: HardcoverSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.16d

Genealogy is the study of family history and lineage, tracing the origins, relationships, and stories of individuals and their ancestors. It involves researching historical records, oral traditions, and other sources to create a detailed family tree or chart. Genealogists aim to uncover how people...

Aspiring college presidents face a challenging leadership landscape, where the tools and techniques they employ are critical to driving institutional success and navigating the complexities of higher education. From strategic planning and financial management to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus culture, the role...

Revealing the impressive unseen outcomes community engaged and intellectually challenging classes can have for college students, Outcomes of Engaged Education combines case studies with introductions to informal methods for tracking how students transfer, transform, and apply such learning to their lives as well as...

Roots & Shoots: Complete Guide to Plant Tissue CultureUnlock the secrets of modern plant propagation with Roots & Shoots: Complete Guide to Plant Tissue Culture. This comprehensive guide demystifies the science and techniques of tissue culture, empowering plant enthusiasts, hobbyists, and professionals alike to...

Author: Bernard LeeISBN-10: 9819786800ISBN-13: 9789819786800Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/02/2024Pages: 310Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.22lbsSize: 8.27h x 5.83w x 0.81d

In the rapidly evolving landscape of higher education, technology has become the driving force behind revolutionary changes in teaching, learning, and leadership. The intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), digital learning platforms, and innovative leadership practices has created opportunities and challenges that are reshaping education...

This book is a student-friendly guide to being a doctoral researcher. It assists scholars every step of the way through their research journey. The volume presents a foundational understanding of fundamental concepts such as literature review, hypothesis development, and research methodology, to provide an...

There is rising interest paid to how higher education is developing across Asia. This timely volume provides readers with a comprehensive account of the higher education systems in one of the most compact regions in the world. The chapters examine ten country case studies...

This report, commissioned by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, provides a comprehensive overview of medical education in Europe. Based on extensive research and interviews with leading educators, the report offers valuable insights into the strengths and weaknesses of various educational systems...

Despite urgent calls for global action, sustainable social work practice, and a solid "green" theoretical knowledge base, North American social work and helping professions have been slow to learn from community activists, acknowledge the international climate emergency, and act collectively to achieve climate justice.Greening...

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,...

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 book offers a systematic, integrated, chronological, multi-disciplinary approach to reinvigorate the teaching of the liberal arts and put them back at the center of a student's educational experience.Author: Michael Wayne SantosISBN-10: 1475858086ISBN-13: 9781475858082Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield PublishersLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/15/2020Pages: 128Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.80lbsSize: 9.00h...

The presence and experiences of Black people at elite universities have been largely underrepresented and erased from institutional histories. This book engages with a collection of these experiences that span half a century and reflect differences in class, gender, and national identifications among Black...

Service learning presents an experiential learning opportunity, particularly for students at higher education institutions. At the same time, it allows the university to engage communities and apply its considerable resources addressing community needs. This book, Educating for Empathy: Service Learning in Public Policy Education,...

Michigan State University had a college teaching general education in humanities, social sciences, natural science, and arts and letters to freshmen. At first, these science courses were mandatory for every student, but then were required only for non-science majors. Unlike traditional introductory science courses,...

Recently, with the number of students from higher education and K-12 settings committing suicide, it is apparent that homophobia and homophobic bullying are tremendous problems in our schools and universities. However, educators are unclear about an appropriate process for addressing these challenges. In this...

Violence is rampant in America. It is ingrained in our history and our psychology, but what cultural similarities do high-violence areas share? It has been a question tackled by academics and members of the law community since the foundation of our country; and yet,...

The book ""History Of The Public School Society Of The City Of New York"" is a comprehensive account of the establishment and development of the Public School Society in New York City. Written by William Oland Bourne in 1870, the book provides a detailed...

This comprehensive study of higher education among the indigenous Palestinian Arab minority in Israel provides unique knowledge concerning the minority's access to higher education in and outside its homeland. Author: Khalid Arar, Kussai Haj-YehiaISBN-10: 1137533412ISBN-13: 9781137533418Publisher: Palgrave MacMillanLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/20/2016Pages: 213Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.91lbsSize: 8.50h...

The nineteenth century was a time of great reform in education, with debate focusing on such questions as who should be educated, in what manner, and to what degree. Given the technical advances brought about by the Industrial Revolution, rigorous mathematical education was seen...

A former college president offers a framework for sustainability on campus, describing initiatives that range from renewable energy to a revamped curriculum to sustainable investment.Colleges and universities offer our best hope for raising awareness about the climate crisis and the other environmental threats. But...

Indigenous Educational Leadership Through Community-Based Knowledge and Research highlights the Native American Leadership in Education (NALE) heartwork. The edited collection illuminates the beauty and essence of NALE, which uniquely conceptualizes Indigenous leadership identity, philosophy, community leadership, and research in ways that have empowered students...

This engaging guide offers practical advice to teachers on how to utilize their existing classroom skills to become more effective public writers. After years spent cultivating their expertise and passion for a subject, scholars are uniquely positioned to write great books. Yet, accustomed to...

Through the stories of nine rural, first-generation students and their families, Educated Out shows how geography shapes college opportunities, from admission to postgraduation options. A former third-grade teacher in rural Tennessee, education researcher Mara Casey Tieken watched as her former students graduated high school....

Author: Marcellus Chandler BarksdaleISBN-10: 088146967XISBN-13: 9780881469677Publisher: Mercer University PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/04/2025Pages: 456Format: HardcoverWeight: 1.81lbsSize: 9.16h x 6.39w x 1.39d

Given the continued challenges that face the higher education job market in the Humanities in North America, this multi authored volume offers (i) a critical assessment of the current situation of Humanities doctoral students, early career scholars, and those now working in doctoral degree-granting...

Higher education should be a place for students to innovate, create, and expand their horizons, and in order to create an environment which allows for all these things, tutors need to be able and willing to do the same. This practical and informative book...

This book provides a comprehensive history of the University of Texas, based on facts and records. It covers the establishment of the university, its growth and development, and its significant contributions to education and research over the years.This work has been selected by scholars...

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 importance of qualitative research in today's society is increasingly evident, particularly as it provides in-depth insights into complex social, cultural, and behavioral phenomena. As doctoral scholars and researchers tackle issues across various disciplines-such as business, education, and healthcare-the ability to design and conduct...

From its humble beginnings in 1636 as America's first institution of higher learning to its current status as one of the world's most prestigious universities, Harvard's story is inextricably woven into the fabric of American history. This definitive account traces Harvard's remarkable journey through...

Technology-Enabled Learning and Design Methodologies offers a comprehensive and example-rich guide to the latest technological and methodological advancements in education. This book systematically organizes a rich variety of educational innovations into four distinct groups of teaching-learning methodologies, each with its own focus and disruptive...

By giving students a greater voice in how their learning is facilitated, this book offers a fresh spin on classic college teaching methods.Seasoned faculty developers Driscoll and Shapiro cover seven common teaching approaches and how they can be leveraged to support the development of...

In today's rapidly evolving higher education landscape, educators face the daunting challenge of providing meaningful and compelling learning experiences to diverse students. The integration of technology, the shift towards student-centered learning, and the imperative to foster inclusive environments all contribute to the complexity of...

A bold vision for Christian higher education What is Christian higher education, and what makes it distinctive? Sociologist and educator John Hawthorne laments the fact that fear has become a defining characteristic of many Christian universities today: fear of mission drift, public relations crises,...

Owning Your Project-Based Learning is a user-friendly, vividly illustrated guide designed to help undergraduate students and their instructors fully realize the power of project-based learning (PBL). This book complements a wide range of discipline-specific materials, guiding college students to identify topics of interest, conduct...

How exceptional low-income students navigate and pursue opportunity in prestige-oriented universities at the personal cost of hunger.Beneath the veneer of prestige and promise, a hidden issue pervades the campuses of America's selective universities. In Starving the Dream, Nathan F. Alleman, Cara Cliburn Allen, and...

This must-read book considers the ways in which creativity can inspire new ideas, invigorate teaching in the adult learning space, and motivate professionals and learners alike. Written by a diverse group of international collaborators, this book empowers readers to embrace creative practices that are...

Decolonizing Classroom Management: A Critical Examination of the Cultural Assumptions and Norms in Traditional Practices introduces a framework for decolonizing classroom management which entails critically examining the cultural assumptions and norms embedded in our traditional practicesAuthor: Flynn RossISBN-10: 147587359XISBN-13: 9781475873597Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield PublishersLanguage:...

This book addresses the growing demand for applied experiences that move students beyond learning into the realm of doing by supporting the development of skills and competencies that align with emerging areas of innovation and work. It considers the urgent need to promote and...

This incisive work explores the multifaceted struggles of graduate students, confronting burnout, political complexity, and societal crises like COVID-19 epidemic, racism, homophobia, transphobia, patriarchy, white supremacy, xenophobia, and ableism. The mass exodus of workers during the Great Resignation in the United States left many...

The rapid shift to online learning, accelerated by the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, has brought both convenience and unforeseen hurdles. Despite the appeal of flexible education, the attrition rates in online courses remain persistently higher than in traditional face-to-face counterparts. This escalating issue...

This textbook equips students and educators committed to understanding how art and creative practice work as powerful communicative tools and have a substantial role in advancing civic participation. Alongside promoting educational practices with learners' civic engagement in mind, this book is a call to...

Colleges and universities were once places where students came to learn, experts, intellectuals, and others came to teach, and where knowledge was created. Today, America's higher education system is severely compromised by commodification and corporatization, which have transformed higher education into a marketplace. This...

This book offers a multi-dimensional analysis of the experiences of faculty, students, and staff at a Canadian university that emphasizes international education, providing an ethnographic lens for understanding globalization and internationalization of higher education on a wider, global scale. The collaborative work of multiple...