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Download full textNational Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER), 2017
The "Research messages" annual series presents a summary of the research-focused reports produced by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) each year. In addition to presenting the research reports published by NCVER during 2016, NCVER has expanded this edition to include other relevant and informative resources,…
Descriptors: Vocational Education, Research Reports, Educational Research, Productivity
Direct linkStergioulas, Lampros K., Ed.; Drenoyianni, Helen, Ed. – Peter Lang New York, 2011
Over the last two decades, advances in information and communication technologies (ICTs) have contributed to the ideological construct of an emerging "knowledge society"--one which places a high value on knowledge and education and promises a better future for humanity. However, the severe economic--and by extension, social and…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Curriculum Development, Media Literacy, Information Literacy
Peer reviewedFisher, William P., Jr.; Choi, Ellie; Fisher, William P.; Stenner, A. Jackson; Horabin, Ivan; Wright, Benjamin D. – Popular Measurement, 1998
Comments on measurement aspects are presented in discussions of (1) methodology and morality (W. P. Fisher); (2) Rasch measurement (E. Choi); (3) novel wisdom of the Rasch approach (W. P. Fisher); (4) development of construct definition and calibration (A. J. Stenner and I. Horabin); and (5) origin of dimensions (B. D. Wright). (SLD)
Descriptors: Definitions, Educational Research, Ethics, Measurement
Christenson, Sandra L., Ed.; Reschly, Amy L., Ed.; Wylie, Cathy, Ed. – Springer, 2012
For more than two decades, the concept of student engagement has grown from simple attention in class to a construct comprised of cognitive, emotional, and behavioral components that embody and further develop motivation for learning. Similarly, the goals of student engagement have evolved from dropout prevention to improved outcomes for lifelong…
Descriptors: Learner Engagement, Educational Research, Learning Motivation, Educational Indicators
Phi Delta Kappa, Bloomington, IN. Center on Evaluation, Development, and Research. – 1987
Members of the educational community are increasingly concerned that the dropout rate is too high. However, concerned educators and researchers do not agree who should be included in the data to determine the dropout rate. National definitions are needed so that accurate comparisons can be made. There is also a need to assess the effectiveness of…
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Definitions, Dropout Characteristics, Dropout Programs
Trickett, Edison J., Ed.; And Others – 1994
The following essays allows for exploration of similarities and differences of diverse groups and stimulate cross-fertilization of ideas: (1) "Toward an Overarching Framework for Diversity" (Edison J. Trickett, Roderick J. Watts, and Dina Birman); (2) "Our Similarities Are Different: Toward a Psychology of Affirmative…
Descriptors: Context Effect, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences, Definitions
Schuller, Tom, Ed.; Megarry, Jacquetta, Ed. – 1979
To bring a comparative education perspective to the practical problems of recurrent education and lifelong learning, the essays in this collection are written by authors from around the world. Parts 1 (Orientation) and 2 (Major Issues) clarify concepts and issues of general application. Topics include work/leisure/education life cycle, definitions…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Learning, Adult Vocational Education, Comparative Education
Parker, James T., Ed.; Taylor, Paul G., Ed. – 1980
This monograph contains eleven exemplary articles that focus on topics related to competency-based adult education. Among the articles included are (1) Competency Based Education: Is It Applicable to Adult Education Programs?, by James E. Hertling; (2) What Adult Performance Level Is--and Is Not, by William G. Spady; (3) Competency Based…
Descriptors: Accountability, Adult Basic Education, Adult Education, Adult Literacy
Lyon, G. Reid, Ed.; And Others – 1993
This book examines critical issues in classification and definition of learning disabilities; the development of theory in learning disabilities; the development of cognitive, developmental, and educational models of learning disabilities; and social and public policy in learning disabilities. After an introductory chapter by G. Reid Lyon and…
Descriptors: Classification, Cognitive Psychology, Definitions, Developmental Psychology
National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities, Baltimore, MD. – 1994
Position papers of the National Joint Committee on Learning Disabilities during 1981-1994 and information about this committee's history, mission, and operational procedures are presented. The position papers and statements are as follows: "Learning Disabilities: Issues on Definition" (1981); "In-service Programs in Learning…
Descriptors: Access to Education, Adults, Agency Role, College Bound Students
Hansman, Catherine A., Ed. – 2002
This document contains six papers exploring emerging viewpoints, issues, and trends related to mentoring and adult learning. "Mentoring: From Athena to the 21st Century" (Catherine A. Hansman) traces the definitions of the term "mentor" and mentoring practices that have evolved since antiquity. "Emerging Perspectives on…
Descriptors: Adult Development, Adult Learning, Colleges, Cultural Differences
Furco, Andrew, Ed.; Billig, Shelley H., Ed. – 2002
This document contains 13 papers on advances in service-learning research. The following papers are included: "Introduction" (Andrew Furco, Shelley H. Billig); "Community Service and Service-Learning in America: The State of the Art" (Ivor Pritchard); "Is Service-Learning Really Better Than Community Service? A Study of…
Descriptors: Action Research, Citizenship Education, Community Services, Context Effect
Evans, Karen, Ed.; Hodkinson, Phil, Ed.; Unwin, Lorna, Ed. – 2002
This book contains 13 papers on transformations in the nature of work that affect the learning and skill requirements of jobs and individuals and ways those requirements can be met. The following papers are included: "The Significance of Workplace Learning for a 'Learning Society'" (Karen Evans, Helen Rainbird); "Learning Careers:…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Career Development, Case Studies, Comparative Analysis
Remp, Ann M., Ed. – 2002
This document contains 20 papers on the challenges that business educators face in integrating technology into the learning environment. The following papers are included: "Teaching in a Dynamic Technology Environment: An Overview and Introduction" (Ann M. Remp); "Learners and Technology: Experience, Attitudes, and…
Descriptors: Adjustment (to Environment), Administration, Adoption (Ideas), Adult Education
Luzzo, Darrell Anthony, Ed. – 2000
This book contains 17 papers devoted to the counseling of college students. The following papers are included: "Introduction" (Darrell Anthony Luzzo); "Established Career Theories" (Paul J. Hartung, Spencer G. Niles); "Emerging Career Theories" (Spencer G. Niles, Paul J. Hartung); "Emotional-Social Issues in the…
Descriptors: Athletes, Career Choice, Career Counseling, Career Education
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