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Introduces practitioners and researchers of student affairs to the use of images as a means to gaining new insights in researching and promoting student learning and development, and understanding the campus environment. The purpose of this book is to provide informative, rich examples of the use of visuals to understand and promote college student development research, pedagogy, and practice.

Prepares a first-time online instructor to successfully manage the first few weeks of a course, including activities to help instructors plan, manage, and facilitate online instruction, and resources helpful during the beginning weeks of class. Each chapter is developed around the immediate challenges instructors face when teaching online.

In this era of "Big Data, " institutions of higher education are challenged to make the most of the information they have to improve student learning outcomes, close equity gaps, keep costs down, and address the economic needs of the communities they serve at the local, regional, and national levels. This book helps readers understand and respond to this "analytics revolution".

Co-published with The field of Adult and Continuing Education (ACE) has long been influential beyond its already porous borders and continues to be a source of important ideas, inspiration, and innovative practices for those in disciplines such as educational administration, social work, nursing, and counseling.

Examines the context, trends, and methods of research and evaluation in the field's many domains. Wide-ranging inquiry has always been a hallmark of ACE, and only continues to grow along with the recognition of the importance of adult learning for learners and for the society as a whole.

Issues of Leadership and Administration such as planning and resource allocation, organisational change and culture, and the value of a shared vision for all stakeholders are addressed in the third volume. From practical matters like staffing and volunteers, to big-picture issues such as alternative visions for the future of the field, this volume offers vital knowledge and insight.

Addresses Teaching and Learning topics ranging from methods and roles to programs and materials. Encompassing formal and informal learning, as well as the variety of focus and setting, from cultural to occupational, this volume explores the wide range of theory and practice in ACE.

Includes articles addressing topics such as adult development, diversity, learning abilities, the influence of personality on learning, and the role of experience in adult learning. By far the largest segment of learners in society, and currently the largest segment of college students as well, a better understanding of the adult learner is vital for educators of all kinds.

Offers five key principles that will bolster your knowledge of academic writing, enable you to develop a manageable, sustainable and even enjoyable writing practice, and, in the process, effectively increase your publication output and promote your academic career. Dannelle D. Stevens offers a unique combination of motivation, reflective practices, analytical tools, templates and advice.

The English Citizenship curriculum has been drawn up with little regard for the views and experiences of primary school children. Hilary Claire's research with 8-11 year-olds in inner city schools reveals knowledge and a sophisticated discourse that is often at variance with the official agenda. It also demonstrates the level of debate that is possible with young children. "Not Aliens" is designed to help teachers get to grips with Citizenship...

The Irresistible Growth Enterprise" offers a revolutionary organizational concept that empowers businesses to convert unexpected events into their best allies and achieve exponential growth in challenging environments. A vital book for any manager whose organization's progress has been derailed by unstoppable events. Illustrations.

Focusing on incorporating service-learning in communication, this title provides an argument on why service-learning should be part of the communication curriculum. It also demonstrates the ways in which service-learning has a natural affinity for the communication discipline.

The aim of this Toolkit is to showcase concrete examples of good practices for food loss and waste reduction, while pointing to information sources, guidelines and pledges favouring food wastage reduction. The inspirational examples featured demonstrate that everyone, from individual households and producers, through governments, to large food industries, can make choices that will ultimately lead to sustainable consumption and production patt...

This book throws new light on racism - the attitudes that underlie it, its causes and manifestations. It is based on the findings of the Stephen Lawrence murder inquiry in Britain, with particular emphasis on education and training. The resulting MacPherson report asks society to rethink racism and the strategies for combating it.<, br />, <, br />, Reena Bhavani has carried out new research which points the way forward to realizing th...

Reports on structured interviews conducted with new faculty and graduate students who will be the professoriate of the future. Considers what changes need to be made in the faculty career to make it more enticing, self-renewing, and resilient for the individual and to provide greater flexibility for institutions. Includes a "Principles of Good Practice: Supporting Early-Career Faculty" section also available separately at www.aahe.org/ffrr/pri...

There generally remains a gulf between the way most Black faculty perceive the racial climate at their institutions and the recognition by non-Black faculty and administrators that there are problems and that these perceptions have merit. This book is intended to promote a productive dialogue.

Service delivery is part and parcel of every higher education professional's job, both to improve service to students and to each other as "internal customers”. Until now higher education professionals have had to rely on books and training designed for the business sector. This book is the first to specifically address the needs of higher education professionals across a wide range of administrative functions within college and university env...

.Interviews with Black students and experienced educators provide guidance on how to teach successfully in multicultural classes.Insights and ideas to promote observation, reflection, and effective classroom practice.Ideal for initiating constructive discussion in pre-service courses, and for professional development.Defines the seven characteristics of successful multicultural teaching.Based on the acclaimed book These interviews with Black s...

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The Latina/o population constitutes the largest racial and ethnic minority group in the U.S. and is disproportionately under-represented in college and in graduate programs.