ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Wage Gap: Myth or Reality? Earning Gap between Immigrants and Natives in STEM Occupations
Author: Charkasova, Aynur
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Immigrants,Salary Wage Differentials,Skilled Workers,Science Careers,Technical Occupations,Mathematics,Engineering,Skilled Occupations

The demand for U.S. temporary workers has doubled since the 1990s, especially after the technology boom. American employers have benefited from hiring foreign talent for STEM occupations. Despite the mandatory prevailing wage regulations, temporary skilled immigrants have been criticized for their &quot;willingness&quot; to work for lower wages. This integrated literature review aims to clarify the wage gap between skilled immigrants and natives in STEM occupations. This research design utilized a systematic literature review to identify relevant studies, collect data, and analyze data using thematic coding. Findings included two major themes: the wage gap as a &quot;myth&quot; and the wage gap as a &quot;reality.&quot; Practical and policy implementations will be discussed based on the findings of this integrated literature review. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Futures Learning Strategies for Social Transformation and Lifelong Learning
Author: Fleener, M. Jayne
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Futures (of Society),Lifelong Learning,Interdisciplinary Approach,Social Change,Systems Approach,Transformative Learning,Learning Strategies,COVID-19,Pandemics,Adult Learning,Adult Students,Videoconferencing

This paper explores futures learning strategies enacted by ecosystem building futurists working with organizations and communities for social transformation and adaptation to uncertain futures. The research is based on interviews with futurists who work as ecosystem builders to understand the &quot;what,&quot; &quot;how,&quot; and &quot;why&quot; of their work. In so doing, the &quot;where&quot; of their passions is unveiled, especially as it relates to personal transformation and lifelong learning that includes openness to new and diverse ideas, interdisciplinary learning, and active exploration of and connections with systems relationships, chaos and complexity. Results of this research point to the importance of and need for futures learning strategies for all as we shift individualized goals to socially significant, ecosystem building visions to thrive in post-normal, post-pandemic times. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Improving Continuing Professional Education: A Study of Paramedic Ethical Decision-Making Dilemmas and Supports
Author: Braithwaite, Susan
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Professional Continuing Education,Emergency Medical Technicians,Medical Services,Ethics,Decision Making,Experiential Learning,Expertise,Research Projects

The purpose of this paper is to share information on The Learning EMS Ethics Project, referred to as the LEEP project. LEEP is a long-term study of paramedic navigation of ethical dilemmas and decision making in prehospital care. The project additionally aims to contribute to the future development of future paramedic capacity building from education and licensure, to evolving expertise in the field, and continuing professional education. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
The Effect of Academic Coaches on Non-Traditional Student Performance in an Intensive Online Learning Program
Author: Park, Sunyoung
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Coaching (Performance),Performance Factors,Academic Achievement,Nontraditional Students,Graduate Students,Electronic Learning,Public Colleges,Time Factors (Learning),Feedback (Response),Instructional Effectiveness

The purpose of this study is to examine how academic coaches impact non-traditional student performance in a time-intensive online learning program for pursuing a master's degree in a public university. By adopting the analysis of variance (ANOVA) technique, we compared the academic performance of students in three courses with different numbers or styles of academic coaches. The findings indicated that the average score of students was higher when students received more feedback from an academic coach, and they had an academic coach in class. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
The Effects of Attending Annual Professional Conferences on the Personal Development of International Faculty
Author: Tan, Fujuan
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: Faculty Development,Individual Development,Well Being,Conferences (Gatherings),College Faculty,Foreign Workers,Asians,Teacher Attitudes,Interpersonal Relationship,Social Networks,Sense of Community,Social Support Groups

Especially given the current emphasis on internationalization and globalization, international faculty members constitute an important part of the overall faculty of higher education in the US and abroad. Personal as well as professional well-being is important in retaining international faculty. While annual professional conferences, by design, support and enhance professional development, little information exists as to the effect they have on personal development of international faculty members. This qualitative study was designed to provide foundational information on which to build further research as to the impact attending professional conferences have on the personal development and well-being of international higher education faculty members. Results indicate positive effects and support the notion that conferences are essential in fostering personal growth and development. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Empowering Older Adults: Improving Senior Digital Literacy
Author: Yoo, Hyeon Jean
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Empowerment,Older Adults,Aging (Individuals),Barriers,Learning Motivation,Technological Literacy,Handheld Devices,Self Efficacy,Introductory Courses,Educational Environment,Quality of Life,Adult Education

As the world's population is more interconnected by the Internet and mobile devices, older adults are expected to use Internet-based services, such as education, health, finance, and even communication. Despite the recent research that an increasing number of older adults are embracing digital lives, they face unique challenges due to age-related changes. These unique barriers make it difficult for them to keep up with rapid technological advances. This study aims to explain the 7-weeks of an introductory course that was designed for older adults to enhance senior digital literacy. This study highlights the importance of creating a quality learning environment for older adults in leading more productive and enjoyable lives with mobile devices. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Improving Social Engagement: Reflection as a Guiding Force for Constructive Dialogue and Mutual Respect
Author: Wlodarsky, Rachel
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: College Faculty,Reflection,Teacher Attitudes,Faculty Development,Concept Mapping,Educational Change,Educational Practices,Models,Dialogs (Language),Metacognition,Teacher Education Programs,Liberal Arts,Grounded Theory,Peer Relationship

Wlodarsky and Walters' study explored the reflective practices of college faculty, as they defined reflection and discussed processes, which they used to facilitate reflection on their professional development. A qualitative coding strategy was used, then an analytic concept mapping procedure described by Novak and Gowen (1984) was employed. Findings include the emergence of the &quot;Event Path&quot; model, and an unmistakable pattern of change that derived from identification and correction of deficiencies in practice. Second, reflection is a process of discovery of strengths and successes, to confirm and plan for continuation in that same path. Future research on how the &quot;Event Path&quot; model can facilitate constructive dialogue and mutual respect amongst college faculty model was discussed. ?[For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Joining the Evocative and the Analytical: A New Format for Multivocal Sociocultural Qualitative Research
Author: Rogers-Shaw, Carol
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Qualitative Research,Ethnography,Social Environment,Cultural Context,Disabilities,Doctoral Dissertations,Adults,Personal Narratives

This article shares my experiences writing an autoethnographic dissertation in a creative split-page format that presents both systematic scientific analysis and artistic storytelling. It joins the evocative and analytic styles of autoethnography. It analyzes my experiences as an adult with a disability in an ableist society, offering a counter-narrative of disability, and it explores the process I used as a qualitative researcher situating those experiences within a sociocultural context. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Integrating Soft Skills into an Academic Curriculum
Author: Warrner, Jennifer
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Soft Skills,Academic Education,Curriculum Development,Higher Education,Skill Development,Career Readiness

Technical skills are important in all industries. Most academic programs at higher education institutions focus on teaching technical skills. However, in addition to seeking candidates with strong technical skills, employers also seek candidates who have strong soft skills, such as communication, organization, and teamwork. This paper highlights the importance of soft skills and how one academic program at a four-year institution incorporates teaching soft skills into courses in the curriculum to help best prepare its graduates for the professional world. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
It&apos;s Never Tech Late to Learn: Promoting Digital Literacy and Social Connection among Older Adults
Author: Oest, Jess
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Social Isolation,Technological Literacy,Older Adults,Videoconferencing,Futures (of Society),Teaching Methods,Pilot Projects,Feedback (Response),Program Descriptions,Adult Education,Graduate Students,COVID-19,Pandemics,Residential Institutions,Curriculum Development

Social isolation and loneliness are important issues for older adults. This paper discusses a program called NeverTechLate (NTL) that was created to combat these issues by providing digital literacy education and by promoting the use of tablets and video conferencing technology to empower older adults. This program involved using the feedback from a focus group to develop a pilot project of eight 1-hour lessons which were delivered to residents of an independent living facility. The results of focus groups after the pilot project concluded provided insight into future directions for the curriculum and training. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Isolation Squared? An Autoethnography Study of the Comprehensive Examination during the COVID-19 Outbreak
Author: Jiang, Xiaoying
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Autobiographies,Ethnography,Doctoral Programs,Doctoral Students,Tests,Student Attitudes,Personal Narratives,Distance Education,COVID-19,Pandemics,Reflection,Diaries,Psychological Patterns

The purpose of this study was to employ autoethnography as a methodology to examine my doctoral comprehensive exam experience in the context of COVID-19. It was a special period of &quot;isolation squared&quot; with both the take-home exam and the stay-at-home order enforced. Through diary entries, I recorded my complex feelings of overwhelming, anxiety, fears, and guiltiness during the exam process. Drawing on the lens of situated learning, I interpreted my self-reflective experience as an effort to move from a novice researcher to full participation. Situating my learning in a wider context, I obtained a deeper understanding of myself, my relationship with others, and the socio-cultural context. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Latino Male Students&apos; Perceptions of Writing in First Year College Writing Courses
Author: Livingston, Miranda A.
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Hispanic American Students,Males,Freshman Composition,Two Year College Students,Community Colleges,At Risk Students,Writing Attitudes,Early Experience,Teacher Influence,Feedback (Response),Racial Bias,Critical Theory

Writing skills are vital to college and career success; therefore, students who do not succeed in writing will likely struggle in their subsequent coursework. Latino male college students are the most at-risk group. Following a single case study approach, this qualitative study examines the writing perceptions of three Latino males in their first-year college composition course at a community college in Houston, Texas. Using a LatCrit theory framework, the study provides counterstories regarding the relationship between prior writing experiences and relevant racial issues in higher education. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Let&apos;s Connect: Diversity, Inclusion and Career Development of Veterans within the Civilian Workforce
Author: Hunter-Johnson, Yvonne
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Diversity,Inclusion,Career Development,Veterans,Misconceptions,Barriers,Transitional Programs

Career transition can be stressful. This stress level is intensified for veterans who are transitioning between not only careers but also, what is perceived to be, transitioning between worlds, military world to the civilian world. Within a civilian workforce, veterans are often misunderstood and stigmatized, that results in misconceptions and misinterpretation regarding transfer of professional experience and training. Subsequently, creating employment challenges, exclusion, and minimal career development of veterans within the civilian workforce. On this premise, this theoretical paper, utilizing the workforce adjustment theory as an underpinning, discusses: (1) transitional challenges of veterans to the civilian workforce; (2) strategies for promoting diversity and inclusion of veterans; and (3) career development of veterans within the civilian workforce. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Low Stakes Quizzing: A Tool for Practice Not Assessment
Author: Rausch, Thomas
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Tests,Testing,Educational Benefits,Retention (Psychology),Feedback (Response),Metacognition,Study Habits,Best Practices,Test Use

Quizzing can be beneficial as a tool for learning and practice instead of its traditional use as an assessment. Specifically, the use of low stakes quizzing (LSQ) can aid in: (1) retention; (2) subsequent learning; (3) corrective feedback; (4) improved metacognition; and (5) study habits. Best practices for utilizing quizzes are discussed, including introducing forgetting and rehearsal strategies. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Opening a Space for Collaboration and Support in Ph.D. Programs
Author: Migura, Amy
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Doctoral Programs,Doctoral Students,Student Attitudes,COVID-19,Pandemics,Cooperation,Dialogs (Language),Communities of Practice,Learning Processes,Social Isolation,Videoconferencing

Research can be a very isolating experience for Ph.D. students. We created a forum for discussion among Ph.D. students to discuss the doctoral experience and generate ideas surrounding collaboration and dialogue using open space methodology. This paper explores isolation as an element of the social and community aspect of learning in a Ph.D. program. The onset of COVID-19 broadened the scope of our exploration and necessitated new adaptations for discussion and interaction. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
The Effects of Bargaining Unit Status and Union Membership on Local Government Employee Public Service Motivation
Author: Ryburn, Ty M.
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Reports - Research
Subjects: Government Employees,City Government,Public Service Occupations,Motivation,Altruism,Union Members,Labor Force Development,Labor Legislation,Correlation

A challenge public organizations face in motivating their workforces is the strong union influence. In 2018, the United States Supreme Court abolished agency fees in the public sector, changing the landscape of union membership. In examining the unique motivational factors of public sector employees, Perry and Wise developed a theory called public service motivation (PSM). Using PSM as the theoretical framework, the purpose of this study was to examine the effects of bargaining unit status and union membership on the PSM levels of employees. Results of this study provide insight into motivational factors of public service employees and provide implications and recommendations for practice and future research in the field of human resource development (HRD). [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
The Academic Advising Experiences of Adult Learners: Preliminary Findings from One Department
Author: Powers, Noreen
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Academic Advising,Faculty Advisers,Academic Rank (Professional),Graduate Students,Undergraduate Students,Adults,Trust (Psychology),Communication Skills,Program Descriptions,Public Colleges,Student College Relationship

Supporting the academic advising needs of adult learners is essential in postsecondary education. Research suggests that the faculty advisor's role is pivotal for ensuring a student's academic progress. The faculty advisor supports adult learners in achieving their professional goals and providing resources to ensure their academic success. However, junior faculty are not always aware of the practices that suit the needs of adult learners. To address a gap in the literature, the researchers are currently conducting a qualitative case study that explores the advising experiences of adult learners with their faculty advisors. The researchers present preliminary findings from their ongoing study to participants at the annual AAACE conference. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Addressing the Social-Emotional Needs of Adult Learners to Ensure Workplace Success: Combined Practices That Integrate Social Emotional Learning and Employability Skills
Author: Wisniewski, Robin
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Student Needs,Adult Students,Social Emotional Learning,Employment Potential,Career Readiness,Competence

Research on social emotional learning (SEL) and employability skills has shown positive outcomes for learners over the past three decades. They both represent skills and competencies that are important for adult learners in gaining workplace success. However, rather than focusing on each set of competencies separately in instruction, adult educators could benefit from understanding how SEL and employability skills can be combined. This paper focuses on defining both SEL and employability skills, identifying where the skills overlap as combined instructional practices, and discussing implications for adult education classrooms. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Andragogy of Hope and Learning Cities
Author: Raymer, Annalisa L.
Date: 2021-00-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Andragogy,Adult Learning,Lifelong Learning,Sustainability,Municipalities,Transformative Learning

Addressing the worldwide challenges threatening humanity today, such as the global pandemic and climate change, requires learning and action at scales including and extending far beyond personal development. The concept of andragogy popularized by Malcolm Knowles focuses on the individual and does not attend to wider social contexts and collective learning. Achieving the necessary transformations to avert cascading collapses--and keeping up courage for the endeavor--necessitates a new conceptualization, an andragogy of hope. The Global Network of Learning Cities may be one of the best examples where key features of an andragogy of hope are already emerging. [For the complete volume, &quot;American Association for Adult and Continuing Education Inaugural 2020 Conference Proceedings (Online, October 27-30, 2020),&quot; see ED611534.]
Equity and Access in the UW System: A Review of Student Applications. WCER Working Paper No. 2020-10
Author: Corral, Daniel
Date: 2020-12-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Equal Education,Access to Education,College Applicants,High School Graduates,Racial Differences,Public Colleges,Two Year Colleges,Social Differences,Rural Urban Differences

The mission of the University of Wisconsin System is to provide Wisconsin's high school graduates with opportunities to cultivate &quot;intellectual, cultural, and humane sensitivities, scientific, professional and technological expertise, and a sense of purpose.&quot; Further, as part of its 2020 strategic plan to meet state workforce needs, the System seeks to increase the number of Wisconsinites who both start college and persist to earn their degree. To reach these goals, high school graduates must first apply for admission to the UW System's two- or four-year institutions. This report analyzes application patterns among Wisconsin high school students who earned their high school diploma in 2016. We find that, among students with similar high school grades and ACT scores, Black students are more likely to apply to a UW System school (and to UW-Madison in particular) than otherwise similar non-Hispanic White students. Economically disadvantaged students and students from rural school districts, on the other hand, are less likely to apply to a UW System school or to UW-Madison, though differences are relatively modest in magnitude. If Wisconsin wants to increase equity in who applies to our public colleges and universities, we suggest targeting outreach to academically successful students eligible for free or reduced-priced lunch, and those attending rural high schools.