This article reports an investigation into how a procedure to enhance their metaphor awareness assisted a group of university students in Canada in reflecting on multicultural society. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 50 students who were invited to (a) express their views of Canadian multicultural society, (b) evaluate…

In the current longitudinal study, we investigated the structure of students' (N = 1,469) specific growth constructs and their broader growth orientation using a bifactor exploratory structural equation model. We also examined the extent to which each of these components was associated with gains in students' academic and nonacademic outcomes…

Being exposed to workplace bullying is a stressful experience commonly associated with detrimental mental health consequences. Social support however has shown to be protective against such negative effects of bullying. This study used cross-sectional survey data to ascertain the prevalence of workplace bullying and examine its interplay with…

According to Article 24 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), state parties recognize the right of persons with disabilities to education. In this paper we focus on access to higher education for persons with intellectual disabilities and the recognition or non-recognition of these persons as students…

The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly affected global higher education, leading to widespread online learning. This study conducted a multinational comparative survey in 2022 to investigate whether university education, providing students with global competencies (GC) through international mobility, continues to function in…

In Japan, the increase in school nonattendance during compulsory education has become a significant social issue. Adaptation assistance classes play an important role as public institutions supporting students with school nonattendance, aiming to facilitate re-attendance and promote social independence. Despite the lack of thorough evaluation of…

Introduction: Girls in Tanzania often experience menstrual restrictions (i.e., expectations about behaviors prohibited during menstruation) and menstrual stigma (i.e., negative attitudes toward people who menstruate). A better understanding of sociocultural contexts contributing to menstrual stigma and restrictions is needed. Methods: In 2018, two…

The study explores how online and digital resources shape education, looking at teachers' competencies in the schools of the northern region of India. The research uses a mixed-method design featuring tools, interviews, and focus group discussions to assess digital competence with its contextual nuances. This work focuses on the transformative…

Micro-credentials have become increasingly popular in the modern job market due to the ability to address rapid changes in various industries. These credentials offer flexibility, targeted and tailored learning experiences that fill specific skill gaps while preparing learners for job roles. In the hope of capitalizing on the advantages of this…

The migration of teachers from rural to urban areas is a global challenge, with significant implications for educational equity and quality. In China, teacher migration has exacerbated educational disparities between rural and urban regions. Whilst previous research has examined a range of factors influencing teacher turnover, this study focuses…

Background: There is an increasing need for pharmacists to incorporate more patient care targeting. Consequently, the productivity of pharmacy programs can be enhanced by evaluating the advantages and disadvantages of pharmacy curriculum. Objectives: To assess the beliefs, perceptions, and challenges of the College of Pharmacy--The University of…

We analysed the long-term consequences of inclusive versus segregated educational settings for students with special educational needs in the area of learning (SEN-L, formerly 'learning disability') in Germany. We focused on the consequences of educational settings on subjective well-being (SWB) measured as general life satisfaction five to six…

Introduction: In the past five years, educators and policymakers in Greece have addressed evaluation in secondary education, transforming it into a practical tool for educational improvement from 2019 to 2023 despite its challenges. The evaluation process enhances educational efforts and determines the status of teachers and students. It includes…

This paper presents the findings of a survey on research activities and research cultures across the CercleS network. The survey was conducted under the auspices of the CercleS Focus Group on Leadership and Management and aimed to explore the scope of research in Language Centres; the links between institutional factors such as staff contracts and…

Integrating digital pedagogy in mathematics can change teaching and learning. Globally, education institutions adopted digital pedagogy during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. However, mathematics teachers in rural schools encounter many challenges when embracing digital pedagogy. This article focuses on a study of mathematics teachers'…