Youll do a lot of work at uni and get very little out of it. Theres no limit to the amount of hours you could spend honing and perfecting an essay or revising for an exam. Academic work could eat up all of your time at university – how do you...Loe edasi...
How do you excel at university? What do you need to do in order to exceed your own expectations when it comes to your academic performance? How do you make the most of your learning experience at university so that you can develop the most valuabl...Loe edasi...
How do you excel at university? What do you need to do in order to exceed your own expectations when it comes to your academic performance? How do you make the most of your learning experience at university so that you can develop the most valuabl...Loe edasi...
This book draws on interdisciplinary social science and philosophical frameworks to offer new dimensions to debate about intellectual leadership and higher education. The chapters are focused on provoking readers to think critically...Loe edasi...
This book takes a critical and historical perspective in parsing the current state of play for refugee and immigrant students in Germany, addressing federal, state, and institutional innovations as well as gaps in service.Drawing from de/po...Loe edasi...
Universities are core institutions of the Knowledge Economy, and alongside firms and other research organisations, develop and promote knowledge within local economies. At the same time, they are obliged to deal with a global market, and participa...Loe edasi...
This volume provides reflective accounts of the research leadership, management and governance development of the research university in an evolving and transforming education environment. It addresses how world-class research universities are conce...Loe edasi...
A founding document of African American Studies, reissued for today’s students and scholars A founding document of African American Studies, reissued for today’s students and scholars In a landmark 1968 conference at Yale Uni...Loe edasi...
This book presents an insightful qualitative study revealing how the intersecting crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russian aggression against Ukraine impacted acculturation processes of Ukrainian students at Kraków universities, highlighting cruc...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 25-Jul-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Springer International Publishing AG, ISBN-13: 9783031965692)
This book offers an in-depth analysis of two collaborative models of international higher education institutions: international joint universities (IJUs) and supranational regional...Loe edasi...
Rodrigo Lozano, Maria Barreiro-Gen, Francisco J. Lozano
Sari: Strategies for Sustainability
(Ilmumisaeg: 03-Jul-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Springer International Publishing AG, ISBN-13: 9783031860348)
There has been considerable progress in the incorporation of sustainable development into the curricula of higher education institutions. Study on these developments has included research on competences for...Loe edasi...
Walter Leal Filho, Laís Viera Trevisan, Paul J. Pace, Mark Mifsud
Sari: World Sustainability Series
(Ilmumisaeg: 03-Jul-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Springer International Publishing AG, ISBN-13: 9783031869846)
As we confront the daunting challenges of the 21st century—climate change, social inequality, resource depletion, and the loss of biodiversity—the role of education has emerged as a pivotal force in driving transformative change. Education for Su...Loe edasi...
This book showcases the successful integration of multisensory learning and computer-assisted language learning (CALL) in under-resourced schools and universities in Indonesia, aimed at addres...Loe edasi...
Explores what it has meant to put decolonisation into practice in a higher education institution and whether it is possible to decolonise a sector when institutions are steeped in and shaped by a history of colonialism and slavery. This...Loe edasi...
This book examines the varied experiences of undergraduates who work while studying full-time. It draws on conceptual metaphors and rich longitudinal student case studies to develop an integrated and holistic approach to understanding youth transitio...Loe edasi...
This collection of double peer-reviewed chapters critically examines the digital divide in higher education through a social justice lens. The collection moves beyond simply acknowledging the inequalities in access and inclusion to digital resources...Loe edasi...
The Global Souths reliance on Western knowledge and its derivatives perpetuates colonial domination of the South. This book examines the challenges facing research in the universities of developing nations and provides a framework fornurturing resea...Loe edasi...
The Global Souths reliance on Western knowledge and its derivatives perpetuates colonial domination of the South. This book examines the challenges facing research in the universities of developing nations and provides a framework fornurturing resea...Loe edasi...
Historically, character education has been an important aim of many universities. Yet, while the last few decades have witnessed increased interest in character education among children and adolescents, much less attention has been given to the forma...Loe edasi...
This book covers the basic concepts of acids and bases, and explores the inductive effect, resonance effect, steric effect, and solvent effect, among others, on the strength of acids or bases, as well as hydrogen bonding. It also discusses the diffi...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 01-Mar-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Amsterdam University Press, ISBN-13: 9789048567973)
In this book, Henk van Rinsum provides an in-depth description of the colonial past of Utrecht University in the Netherlands, from its foundation in 1636. He describes the development of (scientific) knowledge and knowledge transfer about and in the...Loe edasi...
Combining theory and case studies, this book explores the factors that influence the academic success of international students in China. It emphasizes the importance of cultural understanding and tailored support systems in improving academic out...Loe edasi...
Examining recent changes in the once stable genre of doctoral thesis and dissertation writing, this book explores how these changes impact on the nature of the doctoral thesis/dissertation itself. Covering different theories of genre, Brian...Loe edasi...
This edited volume uniquely captures autoethnographies of international doctoral students in the U.S. and unravels a plethora of their experiences that oscillate between challenges and triumphs of navigating the in-betweenness in their journeys....Loe edasi...
This edited volume uniquely captures autoethnographies of international doctoral students in the U.S. and unravels a plethora of their experiences that oscillate between challenges and triumphs of navigating the in-betweenness in their journeys....Loe edasi...
This book offers a comprehensive framework, compiling solutions and evidence from various sections that illustrate how technology can shape both the learning experience and the organizational structure of higher education institutions. The integra...Loe edasi...
Neoliberal theory on higher education highlights the challenges faced by academics in the new times of academia. The highly competitive environment and increased non-research duties put academics time and dedication at risk. This is especially tru...Loe edasi...
Neoliberal theory on higher education highlights the challenges faced by academics in the new times of academia. The highly competitive environment and increased non-research duties put academics time and dedication at risk. This is especially tru...Loe edasi...
This book explores the impact of localities and regions on universities and shows how the diversity of the higher education landscape is critically affected by the geophysical character of regions and their differentiated economies and cultures; regi...Loe edasi...
Colleges and universities were once places where students came to learn, experts, intellectuals, and others came to teach, and where knowledge was created. Today, Americas higher education system is severely compromised by commodification and cor...Loe edasi...
Higher education in the US is increasingly being based on a corporate model. This book examines the corporatized industry of American higher education, providing a comprehensive critique of the problems the sector faces. It explores alternat...Loe edasi...
Framed in the context of a world in which academic freedom is often jeopardized, or criticized by outside social forces, Academic Freedom: Autonomy, Challenges and Conformation sets out to echo the voices of faculty who have encountered challenges t...Loe edasi...
Aiding academics in creating impactful and purposeful research, this timely book showcases poignant perspectives on the societal value of academic scholarship. Experienced scholars share their expertise to address a vital question: does science matte...Loe edasi...
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) explores the profound influence of higher education as a hub for human capital building, emphasising the necessity of integrating sustainability principles into academic curricula. ...Loe edasi...
Get up to speed quickly with generative AI!AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini, automated coding tools like Cursor and Copilot, and countless LLM-powered agents have become a part of daily life. They’ve also spawned a storm of misinformat...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 16-Jan-2026, Hardback, Kirjastus: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd, ISBN-13: 9781035329908)
This insightful book explores what drives academics to leave their careers, and examines their experiences during and after the process of quitting higher education. Anna M. Górska highlights how a career in academia has moved from being a secure an...Loe edasi...
How do you excel at university? What do you need to do in order to exceed your own expectations when it comes to your academic performance? How do you make the most of your learning experience at university so that you can develop the most valuabl...Loe edasi...
How do you excel at university? What do you need to do in order to exceed your own expectations when it comes to your academic performance? How do you make the most of your learning experience at university so that you can develop the most valuabl...Loe edasi...
This book draws on interdisciplinary social science and philosophical frameworks to offer new dimensions to debate about intellectual leadership and higher education. The chapters are focused on provoking readers to think critically...Loe edasi...
This book takes a critical and historical perspective in parsing the current state of play for refugee and immigrant students in Germany, addressing federal, state, and institutional innovations as well as gaps in service.Drawing from de/po...Loe edasi...
The internationalisation of higher education gives rise to the curious entity of the global university. Promoted as the harbinger of cultural diversity, knowledge partnerships, educational exchanges, economic opportunity and ethical coexistence, i...Loe edasi...
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...Loe edasi...
Universities are core institutions of the Knowledge Economy, and alongside firms and other research organisations, develop and promote knowledge within local economies. At the same time, they are obliged to deal with a global market, and participa...Loe edasi...
This volume provides reflective accounts of the research leadership, management and governance development of the research university in an evolving and transforming education environment. It addresses how world-class research universities are conce...Loe edasi...
This historical account uncovers the lived experiences and history of pioneering Black women deans. This historical account uncovers the lived experiences and history of pioneering Black women deans.Few scholars have studied...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 29-Aug-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd, ISBN-13: 9781035308378)
This insightful book explores the collective experiences of individuals in higher education settings, from students to those who teach and support them. Malcolm Tight presents academic establishments as highly complex and interconnected entities, exa...Loe edasi...
A founding document of African American Studies, reissued for today’s students and scholars A founding document of African American Studies, reissued for today’s students and scholars In a landmark 1968 conference at Yale Uni...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 15-Aug-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd, ISBN-13: 9781035337866)
This timely book explores the role of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in reshaping higher education. It presents a detailed examination of the impact of generative AI on teaching, research and academic practices, investigating its transformat...Loe edasi...
In this thoroughly revised second edition of Publish or Perish, Imad A. Moosa extends and develops his analysis of the continual pressure to publish research which plagues the academic sphere. Perceptive and provocative, the book identifies th...Loe edasi...
This book presents an insightful qualitative study revealing how the intersecting crises of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russian aggression against Ukraine impacted acculturation processes of Ukrainian students at Kraków universities, highlighting cruc...Loe edasi...
(Ilmumisaeg: 25-Jul-2025, Hardback, Kirjastus: Springer International Publishing AG, ISBN-13: 9783031965692)
This book offers an in-depth analysis of two collaborative models of international higher education institutions: international joint universities (IJUs) and supranational regional...Loe edasi...
