ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
The Status of Teaching as a Profession in South Africa
Author: de Wet, Corene
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Teaching (Occupation),Professionalism,Reputation,Barriers,Credentials,Teacher Qualifications,Specialization,Faculty Development,Inservice Teacher Education,Professional Autonomy,Ethics,Compensation (Remuneration),Teacher Salaries

Using ten universally accepted criteria for a profession and following the Structural-Functional Model of professionalism, this study evaluates the status of teaching as a profession in South Africa. The study found that policies and structures have been put in place since the beginning of the new millennium to enhance the professional status of teachers. The study nevertheless highlights numerous obstacles hindering the professionalisation of teaching in South Africa. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Exclusion and Education in South Africa: An Education Law Perspective of Emerging Alternative Understandings of Exclusion
Author: Beckmann, Johan
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Educational Policy,Equal Education,Racial Discrimination,Educational Legislation,Inclusion,Enrollment Trends,Access to Education

The new democratic dispensation in South Africa (1994) was accompanied by law and policy aimed at preventing unfair exclusion from educational opportunities and promoting equal access to educational opportunities. However, feelings of unfair exclusion remain and new understandings of exclusion are emerging. This paper examines the new policy and law introduced after 1994 some emerging understandings of exclusion. The paper points out that the &quot;new&quot; exclusion is difficult to conceptualize and address. Addressing the challenges posed by them might be more difficult than was the case with exclusion under apartheid rule. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Internationalization of Higher Education Institutions in Latvia and Turkey: Its Management and Development during the Last Decade
Author: Burçer, Sibel
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: International Education,Higher Education,Strategic Planning,Educational Cooperation,International Cooperation,Foreign Countries,Comparative Education,Student Mobility,International Educational Exchange,Study Abroad

This paper aims at examining internationalization in higher education in two countries: Latvia and Turkey. The analysis is based on three dimensions of internationalization: institutional, organizational, and educational. Recently, under the influence of global processes, the internationalization takes form through the perspectives of three ideologies: idealism, instrumentalism, and educationalism. Institutional internationalization in both countries is mainly based on Bologna Process in European perspective. In other words, Bologna Process is to employ education for other purposes than education, that is, European identity. It is therefore that internationalization of higher education in both countries refers to the ideology of instrumentalism, as in many other member countries. This study reveals that both countries need a strategic planning of internationalization that also responds their own needs, while the countries are not alike in details. It may be predicted that many other member states are in the same position. Therefore, the comparative analysis points to the need for bilateral working bodies in exchange of experience and knowledge in order to develop a better understanding of internationalization for both individual states and for Bologna Process as a whole. Such studies can be done by academics as a complementary to the work of governing bodies. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Lifelong Learning: Capabilities and Aspirations
Author: Ilieva-Trichkova, Petya
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: Lifelong Learning,Academic Aspiration,Aspiration,Foreign Countries,Cultural Differences,Participation,Educational Trends

The present paper discusses the potential of the capability approach in conceptualizing and understanding lifelong learning as an agency process, and explores its capacity to guide empirical studies on lifelong learning. It uses data for 20 countries from the Adult Education Survey (2007; 2011) and focuses on aspirations for lifelong learning. The study results show that there are considerable country differences in the level of people's aspirations. They highlight the fact that, despite the growing emphasis on lifelong learning, the level of aspirations has decreased in half of the European countries. However, this decrease occurs to a greater extent among people who did not participate in lifelong learning, but wanted to participate, than among people who had already participated in some form of education or training in the previous 12 months. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Theory for Explaining and Comparing the Dynamics of Education in Transitional Processes
Author: van der Walt, Johannes L.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Theories,Comparative Analysis,Comparative Education,Educational Research,Critical Theory,Social Action,Social Theories,Social Change,Educational Change,Research Methodology,Educational Practices,Educational Development,Educational Innovation

Countries all over the world find themselves in the throes of revolution, change, transition or transformation. Because of the complexities of these momentous events, it is no simple matter to describe and evaluate them. This paper suggests that comparative educationists apply a combination of three theories as a lens through which such national transitions could be viewed: transitology, social action theory and critical theory. The strengths and weaknesses of each are discussed. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Multiculturalism and Peace Studies for Education Provision in Time of Diverse Democracies
Author: Costa, Rejane P.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Cultural Pluralism,Peace,Military Personnel,Educational Change,Higher Education,Foreign Countries,Educational Research,Conference Papers,Conflict,Educational Objectives,Qualitative Research

The aim of the study is to examine how multiculturalism and peace studies have been viewed in Brazilian and North American literature as gleaned both from Brazilian research studies and articles presented at Peace Education Special Interest Group (SIG) in American Education Research Association (AERA), within the scope of 2010-2014, which concludes that multiculturalism and peace studies may offer groundbreaking venues to promote education provision to every one, civilian and military students together with reforms in higher education. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Universities Response to Oil and Gas Industry Demands in South Texas (USA) and Tamaulipas (Mexico)
Author: Navarro, Marco Aurelio
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Universities,Fuels,School Business Relationship,College Programs,Research and Development Centers,College Faculty,Teacher Selection,Strategic Planning,College Curriculum,Energy Education,Engineering Education,Human Capital,English (Second Language),Second Language Instruction,Organizational Change,Educational Change

Given the importance of hydrocarbons for this area, the purpose of this paper is to explore the response of universities to cope with new demands in the south of Texas and Tamaulipas, especially in relation to gas plays of Eagle Ford (Texas side) and Burgos Basin (Mexican side). To accomplish this task, in the first section of the paper a broad review of selected Texas universities is done, distinguishing their most relevant moves during the last three years. In the second section we do the same for the higher education institutions in the State of Tamaulipas, México. In the third and last section we end up with some final comments about the response of universities to cope with energy sector new demands in both sides of the border. Although related to research, in Texas the response of universities is diverse and also disperses; whilst in Tamaulipas the response mainly consists of new education provision to train human capital. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
International Research Partners: The Challenges of Developing an Equitable Partnership between Universities in the Global North and South
Author: Biraimah, Karen L.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: International Studies,International Education,Partnerships in Education,Universities,Educational Cooperation,Group Dynamics,Barriers,Study Abroad,International Educational Exchange,Position Papers,Content Analysis,Teacher Participation,Financial Problems,Developed Nations,Developing Nations,Foreign Countries

This paper, which builds upon research linked to the development of sustainable study abroad programs in emerging nations, focuses on key challenges to true partnerships between emerging and established universities. It begins with an analysis of challenges which may occur when attempting to develop an equitable partnership based on joint grants and/or research projects. It also includes a discussion of struggles experienced by academic staff who desire a more equitable relationship that will enhance the missions of both institutions. The paper will then analyze one particular partnership between two universities (the University of Central Florida, USA, and the University of Botswana) during study abroad programs funded by the Fulbright-Hays Groups Project Abroad (2011) and the U.S. State Department (2012- 2015). An analysis of this partnership is particularly relevant as it focuses on the initial steps, dialogues, perspectives and actions of both institutions as they worked through a host of preconceived notions on neocolonialism and the challenges of successfully operating by another's &quot;rules of engagement&quot; within a dynamic geopolitical platform. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Providing Books to Rural Schools through Mobile Libraries
Author: Jacobs, Lynette
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Elementary School Students,Rural Areas,Libraries,Transportation,At Risk Students,Participatory Research,Action Research,Interviews,Qualitative Research,Focus Groups,Observation,Workshops,Program Effectiveness

International literacy tests, such as PIRLS show that South African primary school learners compare negatively with their peers in other parts of the world. Added to this, learners in rural schools in the country perform significantly worse than their peers who attend schools in urban areas, with the former learners also having other challenges, such as poverty and poorly resourced schools. In order to support literacy in South Africa, SAPESI and other partners initiated a project where mini-buses are converted into mobile libraries, and books are provided to schools without permanent libraries. This paper reports on research that was commissioned by the Free State Department of Education, and sponsored by the Flemish Association for Development Cooperation and Technical assistance, to appraise the work of these mobile libraries. Findings show a commitment by the staff involved to contribute to the development of marginalised learners attending rural schools. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Internationalization, Globalization and Relationship Networks as an Epistemological Framework Based on Comparative Studies in Education
Author: García, Amelia Molina
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Comparative Education,Global Approach,Social Networks,Epistemology,Educational Cooperation,Partnerships in Education,Educational Methods,Seminars,Network Analysis,Science Education History,International Education,Foreign Countries

In this paper we present some thoughts on the epistemological framework of comparative studies in education. We present some concepts on the internationalization, globalization and inter-relation networks, based on Jürgen Schriewer, Immanuel Wallerstein, and Norbert Elias's theoretical concepts. These reflections were built within the framework of the Theory and Comparative Educational Methods seminars taught in the Master's and Doctorate programs of Educational Sciences at the Autonomous University of the State of Hidalgo. It is worth mentioning, that based on such seminars, several research works have been developing, mostly post-graduate thesis. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
How the Issue of Unemployment and the Unemployed Is Treated in Adult Education Literature within Polish and U.S. Contexts
Author: Pogorzelska, Marzanna
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Comparative Education,Literature Reviews,Adult Education,Structural Unemployment,Barriers,Neoliberalism

This paper, based on a qualitative analysis of adult education literature, presents a comparison of approaches to unemployment-related problems in Poland and the US. Unemployment serves here as a lens through which attitudes towards various areas connected with adult education can be viewed. The conclusions drawn from the research can be both the source of reflection for adult educators in different socio-cultural contexts as well as the starting point for further research related to the topics explored in the text. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Educational and Social Inclusion of Handicapped Children. Polish Experiences
Author: Czyz, Anna
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Disabilities,Inclusion,Access to Education,Social Justice,Barriers,Counseling,Expectation,Educational Policy,Foreign Countries

This paper is dedicated to a very difficult and important subject--inclusion. Removing barriers, spreading social awareness and firmly established assistantship-guidance: these are the pillars by which inclusion is no longer an idea, but it becomes a process of creating a modern model of human functioning in the world. This pattern is primarily based on a respect for, and an understanding of human rights. Particularly sensitive to the idea of inclusion is a broadly defined area of education. It is a place where the human is preparing for life in the society, shaping personality, acquiring knowledge, competencies and skills to find their way in the modern world. That is why it is so important that every person can participate on equal terms in the learning process, and this process takes into account the capabilities and abilities of individuals. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Observations about Research Methodology during 15 Years of Presenting Capacity-Building Seminars
Author: van der Walt, Johannes L.
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Capacity Building,Global Approach,Interdisciplinary Approach,Journal Articles,Writing for Publication,Language Skills,Research Methodology,Educational Researchers

In this paper, the author shares some of his most important impressions and experiences that he accumulated over a span of more than 15 years of facilitating courses in the foundations of scholarship and article-writing. This is done in an effort to stimulate discussion about the &quot;art&quot; of article-writing and also to help budding academic article-writers to come to grips with this art. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Goals That Melt Away. Higher Education Provision in Mexico
Author: Navarro, Marco Aurelio
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Higher Education,Educational Practices,Educational Change,Educational History,Educational Trends,Enrollment Trends,Educational Opportunities,Models,Economic Factors,Neoliberalism

The paper describes the growth of Mexican higher education in relation to political economy of the country from the decade of the fifties until present time. The historical analysis looks the moments in which major changes have been introduced to produce important effects in enrollments. The aim of this paper is to show how the provision of higher education opportunities is related to the fate of a development model followed by the country and how, when losing control of economy, its national goals escape between the fingers. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Do Teachers, Students and Parents Agree about the Top Five Good Teacher's Characteristics?
Author: Plavšic, Marlena
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Teacher Characteristics,Teacher Effectiveness,Elementary School Teachers,Secondary School Teachers,Teaching Experience,Teacher Attitudes,Elementary School Students,High School Students,Student Attitudes,Parent Attitudes,Parents,Foreign Countries

As the most influential figure in the classroom, a good teacher has long been the object of research. His/her most important characteristics can be analysed from more than one point of view. The objective of this study was to apply Korthagen's model of levels of change in exploring the most important characteristics of a good teacher from the perspective of students, teachers and parents, and possible differences depending on elementary and high school and teachers' experience. There were 384 participants: 158 students, 78 teachers, and 148 parents. The most desirable characteristics from all three perspectives were fairness, patience and teaching skills. Some differences were found between elementary and high school students and teachers. The listed characteristics fit Korthagen's model mostly in the levels of mission and competencies. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Routes into Teaching: Does Variety Aid Recruitment or Merely Cause Confusion? A Study of Three Different Programmes for Teacher Training in England
Author: Hilton, Gillian
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Teacher Education Programs,Teacher Recruitment,Barriers,Trainees,Questionnaires,Student Attitudes,Participant Satisfaction,Interviews,Followup Studies,Student Educational Objectives,Expectation,Prior Learning,Familiarity,Staff Role,Student Exchange Programs

This paper discusses the recent rise in teacher recruitment problems in England and examines possible causes. These are varied, but a main cause appears to be the increased variety of programmes on offer, which, it appears, is confusing applicants. Three different programme's trainees were asked to complete questionnaires at the start of their study, to ascertain why they had chosen that programme and what their expectations of it were. Follow up interviews of a small number of trainees was completed one term into the programmes to discover how trainees were progressing. Results showed that trainees lacked clear understanding of what the programmes offered and were very influenced by their previous experiences in education and employment when choosing a training route. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
An Ambivalent Community: International African Students in Residence at a South African University
Author: Weber, Everard
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Foreign Countries,African Americans,Foreign Students,Qualitative Research,Case Studies,Student Attitudes,Interpersonal Relationship,Social Bias,Educational Environment,Semi Structured Interviews,College Students,College Housing,Community

This is a qualitative case study of the experiences and perceptions of South African and especially international, African students living in university residences in South Africa. The concept, community, is used to interpret interview data. This community was characterised by ambivalent social relations: There was discrimination by South Africans against their fellow Africans and a problematic institutional environment in which the internationals studied. Nevertheless, international students identified with the academic mission of the university and its goals of participating in the global knowledge economy. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Peer Exclusion at Physical Education
Author: Sotosek, Gorazd
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Foreign Countries,Physical Education,Social Isolation,Peer Relationship,Elementary School Students,Student Characteristics,Online Surveys,Teacher Surveys,Elementary School Teachers,Social Bias,Video Technology,Teacher Role

School sports give all pupils opportunity to learn to be tolerant to others regardless of their differences or shortcomings. This is getting more and more important due to the growing differences in physical and motor skills, different social backgrounds, besides there is a growing number of pupils having different backgrounds, nationalities, etc. Peer exclusion at Physical Education (PE) in primary schools which can take many forms should be treated properly, according to teachers' opinion. The most frequent causes of exclusion are the lack of motor skills, being overweight, some character features and social status as well. It is normally a very painful problem for the excluded pupil which often leads to avoiding sports activities or maybe even to cutting PE classes. Sports teachers should be aware of the problem, be able to identify the source of troubles in their classes and to solve them. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]
Personality Traits and Learning Styles of Secondary School Students in Serbia
Author: Djigic, Gordana
Date: 2016-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Personality Traits,Cognitive Style,Foreign Countries,Vocational Education,Institutional Characteristics,Predictor Variables,Elementary School Students,Secondary School Students,Age Differences,Personality Measures,Statistical Analysis

This paper is concerned with the personality dimensions and learning styles of secondary school students, attending grammar and technical vocational school. The aim of the study is to examine differences in personality traits and learning styles between students from these types of schools, as well as to determine the predictive power of personality traits for certain learning styles of students. The sample consists of 240 fourth-year students attending grammar (120) and secondary technical school (120). Research variables were measured by &quot;NEO PI-R Personality Inventory&quot; (according to Five-factor model) and &quot;Index of Learning Styles&quot; (developed within Felder-Silverman's model). The results show that grammar school students, compared with technical school students, have higher level of all personality dimensions except the Neuroticism, which is higher in technical school students. Grammar school students have higher measures of Sensor, Active and Sequential styles than students from technical school. Multiple regression analysis has shown that certain learning styles could be predicted by some personality traits. In grammar school sub-sample Openness seems to be the best predictor while Consciousness is significant predictor of learning styles in technical school. The findings are discussed in the light of possibility for better understanding the personality-learning-teaching relationships that could contribute to more effective individualization of teaching process. [For the complete Volume 14, Number 1 proceedings, see ED568088.]