Field Of Higher Education Research Articles

The Arab Woman In Israel In A Tight Spot: Academia And Career Versus Marriage And Family

This study concentrates on the impact that marriage has on the personal development of Israeli Arab women in the field of higher education and employment. These women are a minority within a minority as they belong to Israel’s Arab ethnic community but are also a gender-segregated minority within their patriarchal society. Whereas other studies touch on the overall struggle of Arab women to reach personal fulfillment despite intense family life, the focus of this study is specifically the marriage itself as a watershed in the young Arab Israeli woman’s life. To fully understand the challenges constructed by marriage, 25 Israeli Arab women were interviewed in-depth on a university campus. The findings indicate the negative effect that traditional marriage has on these women’s personal futures. The study concludes on the optimistic note that the interviews also revealed a deep awareness among young Arab women of their personal rights and liberties.

How simulated learning can support a more diverse inclusive society

Combinations of simulations and games provide learners with a virtual environment where they can immerse themselves in highly contextualised, work-related scenarios, encouraging experimentation and learning from mistakes without compromising the safety of real patients. This pilot study investigated how interactive online simulations supported students’ disciplinary knowledge, care of diverse patients, and the development of students’ professional attitudes and beliefs. Four urinary tract infection (UTI) scenarios (two involving Transgender patients) were delivered to medical and pharmacy students through an interprofessional-education (IPE) activity. Evaluation involved pre- and post-activity questionnaires. There were 26 participants (18 females/ 8 males; range: 18 – 36 years]), including 11 medical and 15 pharmacy students. We found statistically significant changes in self-reported knowledge, skills and confidence to manage UTI (all p<0.001); competence to care for Transgender patients (2.21 vs. 2.74; p=0.001) and awareness of specific health needs of Transgender people (3.74 vs. 4.42; p=0.028). This pilot study demonstrated the potential of simulation-gaming platforms in evaluating and enhancing students' learning, offering a novel and sustainable approach to IPE. Simulations are a versatile teaching approach that can be adapted to promote cultural awareness and inclusivity across various fields in higher education.

STAGES OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE OF STATE ACCREDITATION IN THE FIELD OF HIGHER EDUCATION

The article is devoted to the consideration of the features of the procedural activity carried out within the framework of state accreditation in the field of higher education. The purpose of the article is to identify problematic issues and develop proposals for improving the regulatory acts governing the relevant administrative procedure. The author’s definition of accreditation expertise is formulated as a special procedure for studying educational activities for a specific educational program, conducted by competent experts with special knowledge in the field of education, within the framework of which accreditation indicators and educational activities of the organisation are compared, which allows determining its quality. The need to exclude from the subject of accreditation expertise such indicators as the average score of the unified state examination of students accepted based on its results for training in higher education programmes, as well as the average score of entrance examinations, is substantiated, since these indicators cannot be attributed to the indicators of the quality of educational activities for a specific educational programme of higher school. The integration of the electronic educational environment of educational institutions with the Federal State Information System “the unified identification and authentication system” is proposed. The necessity of specifying individual deadlines within the stage of accreditation expertise is substantiated, which will help to ensure the right of an educational organisation to timely receive the result of the state service for accreditation of educational activities.

Research On the Trends and Obstacles of The Development of Teacher-Student Relations in Universities Under the Background of Artificial Intelligence

The emergence and continuous iteration and upgrading of artificial intelligence technology have had a significant impact on the field of education. In the field of higher education, the relationship between teachers and students is the most fundamental. A good teacher-student relationship not only affects the effectiveness of educational activities but also affects the personality development and psychological status of students. Therefore, in the context of artificial intelligence, the issue of how to develop the relationship between teachers and students in universities has received widespread attention. Starting from the practical challenges faced by teaching-learning, ethics, and emotional relationships between teachers and students in universities, this article analyzes the need to promote the transformation and upgrading of teacher-student relationships. Based on this, this article proposes to strengthen the subjectivity of teachers and students, pursue higher levels of emotional interaction, and at the same time, abandon knowledge authority, and common beliefs, and pay attention to the individual needs of students.

Research on the Equity of Higher Education in China from the Perspective of Public Finance

Equity in higher education is an important content of social equity, as well as an extension of social equity in the field of higher education and a crucial approach to achieving social equity. Ensuring fairness in higher education is not only necessary for adhering to the scientific development concept and implementing the people-oriented governance concept, but also a momentous cornerstone for building a socialist harmonious society. This article introduces the background and significance of the issue of fairness in higher education. Through its manifestations, empirical analysis is used to analyze the basic theories of public finance. Then based on the analysis of the total amount, structure, and allocation methods of financial investment in higher education, important factors affecting equity in higher education are explored, in order to address the existing phenomenon of education inequality in China, afterwards propose policy recommendations to promote educational equity from the perspective of public finance.

The Complexity of Funding International Research Collaboration. An Analysis of Partnership and Rivalry Between the EU and China

In recent years, increased rivalry between China and the EU has been seen as a threat to cooperation, including in the field of higher education and scientific research. We explore how cooperation in research between China and the EU has developed over time via a bibliometric analysis of international co-authorships within four different funding agencies (CAS, MOST, JRC, and ESA). Our findings suggest that EU-China cooperation has continued to strengthen, despite a new options for “rivalry to increase between these two parties”. We suggest that this is explained by the benefits that both the EU and China receive from collaboration, albeit such benefits differ in type. Possibly, our findings are also a byproduct of adjustments triggered initially by the US “China Initiative”. The dilemma of whether to collaborate or not is likely to become more pressing, as the policies of some funding agencies have implications for national defense and security.

EDUCATIONAL COOPERATION BETWEEN UZBEKISTAN AND GERMANY

This article is analyzed considering cooperation between Uzbekistan and Germany in the field of Education. In May 2023, details of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev's visit to Germany were reported. In addition, in this article we will talk about what educational relations are between Germany and Uzbekistan and the great interest in the study of German culture and language in Uzbekistan, as well as the establishment of partnerships with more than 30 German universities in the field of higher education at the moment.

A systematic review of the financial issues of higher education institutions (HEIs) and possible strategies to cope with them

The field of higher education has not only been for elites since the last three decades. It has also included the general masses in it. That’s why the transformation of the socio-economic status and general awareness in the present age owes to higher education. On the other hand, challenges have also emerged and set conditions on the path to sustainability. Thus, higher education has faced problems, especially financial problems. These issues further give birth to some other issues. This study is an attempt to understand the issues caused by financial issues. The study also aimed to propose strategies to deal with these issues. Based on the systematic literature review, the problems have been categorized as lack of internet, digitalization, and online teaching; underdeveloped infrastructure for STEAM; lack of priorities; and quality issues. These findings create hurdles in achieving the quality of HEIs. To cope with these issues, clear policy and setting priorities were proposed as the top most important strategies to bring about quality and achieve HEIs’ organizational objectives. It can be concluded that HEIs need appropriate strategic and financial managers and administrators who can align their strategy with the vision and mission of the institutions.

THIRD MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY: VISION, STRUCTURE, EXPERIENCE

The proposed paper is devoted to an examination of the concept of the Third Mission of universities, which is considered to be a pivotal aspect of their social responsibility. The study offers a comprehensive examination of the global experience in the implementation of the Third Mission, encompassing diverse approaches and practices aimed at addressing socially significant issues, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, and engaging with local communities and stakeholders. The paper presents an overview of the experience of Kazakhstani universities in the implementation of the Third Mission, demonstrating the adaptation of global practices to local conditions and their contribution to regional development. The paper yielded the following outcomes: substantiation of the practical dimensions of the Third Mission of Universities, which may prove beneficial for furtherresearch and implementation in the domain of higher education; identification of avenues for adapting successful practices by integrating social responsibility into the activities of universities, including the formation of effective partnerships, the promotion of innovation, and interaction with local communities; identification of pivotal points for further enhancement of the concept of social responsibility in the field of higher education.

The Norwegian language policy in higher education: an evaluation of policy design

ABSTRACT This article evaluates the design of the official language policy of the Norwegian government in the field of higher education, which was set out in two white papers in 2008 and 2020. The language policy aims to avoid domain loss of the Norwegian language and thus keep it ‘complete' and able to function as a unifying factor in society. In the two white papers, however, the logic of collective action in language policy is not explicit. We adopt a theoretical approach based on public policy evaluation to reconstruct the language policy's internal logic of action (i.e. its ‘programme theory' or ‘theory of change’). Secondly, we assess the validity of the assumptions underlying the programme theory of the two white papers in light of the criteria of plausibility, feasibility, and testability. The results show that most of the measures included in the 2008 language policy are not supported by a valid programme theory. By contrast, most of the measures in the 2020 language policy are based on a valid theory of change although several weaknesses persist. This article contributes to research on the evaluation of language policies by focusing on a relatively unexplored aspect, i.e., the evaluation of policy design.

The Role of Managerial Competencies in Higher Education: Navigating Current Transformational Trends

Objective: This study investigates the managerial competencies required in the field of higher education in response to contemporary transformational trends. The main goal is to explore how these competencies are shaped by the ongoing digital transformation, strategic management approaches, and the shift towards entrepreneurial university models. Theoretical Framework: The research draws on key concepts related to digital leadership, human capital development, and Agile management. Theories of educational management and models of intellectual capital are employed to frame the investigation and provide a comprehensive understanding of the changing dynamics in higher education. Method: A qualitative and mixed-methods approach was utilized, incorporating data from reports, surveys, and contemporary studies on digital competencies, hybrid learning, and leadership in educational institutions. The study includes both theoretical analysis and empirical data collection through case studies and expert assessments. Results and Discussion: The findings reveal that digitalization and the transition to blended learning environments are driving the need for new managerial skills. These skills include digital leadership, strategic decision-making, and the ability to balance traditional and online educational models. The discussion highlights the importance of flexible management approaches, such as Agile, in addressing these emerging challenges. Research Implications: The study provides practical and theoretical insights into how higher education institutions can adapt their leadership strategies to meet the demands of digitalization. These findings have implications for educational policy, institutional governance, and the development of leadership training programs. Originality/Value: This research contributes to the growing body of literature on higher education management by offering a fresh perspective on the evolving competencies required in today’s digital age. The value lies in its focus on the intersection of digital transformation and managerial competencies, offering practical solutions for enhancing leadership in higher education.

Higher education in Nordic countries: analyzing the construction of policy futures

AbstractIn this special issue, we analyze how societies in different countries have responded and continue to respond to the fact that the future is and has always been unpredictable and unforeseeable. The starting point for these studies is the recognition that the world situation is more complex than ever before due to current and foreseeable global challenges. The most serious of these threats and challenges are climate crises, natural disasters, and habitat degradation. To address the growing uncertainties arising from these challenges, societies around the world are placing increasing expectations on higher education and science, and are adopting proactive measures, such as various foresight techniques, to improve their preparedness and long-term resilience. In this special issue, we aim to provide fresh perspectives on foresight and preparedness for the future, especially in the Nordic context in the fields of higher education and scientific research. The special issue focuses on four Nordic countries—Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden—while maintaining a global perspective on the changes occurring around them.

Organizational Support as an Influencer of Teachers’ Performance in Chinese Colleges and Universities

This study aims to explore the relationship between organizational support and faculty performance in Chinese higher education institutions in order to fill the gaps in the existing literature and provide new insights into human resource management in higher education. Given the importance of university faculty performance in the field of higher education, this study has important theoretical and practical implications. This study expects to provide solutions to improve faculty performance and to have an impact on policies/practices related to organizational support in higher education. The study used quantitative research methods to obtain data by means of questionnaires. The subjects of the study were Lingnan Normal University, Guangzhou University and Zhanjiang College of Science and Technology, and the sample size was 359. For data analysis, the study utilized SPASS statistical software and methods such as mean, standard deviation, t-test, one-way ANOVA and Pearson r to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the results. Ethical guidelines were followed during the study to ensure the validity and fairness of the study. The results of the study indicate that organizational support positively and significantly influences the performance of college teachers, supporting the research hypotheses and theories. Through an in-depth analysis of the data/results, this study reveals that organizational support (Vocational support, Instrumental support, Emotional support, Adaptive support, Organizational equity, psychological contract) on teacher performance (Task performance, Relationship Performance, Adaptive Performance) in higher education. In addition, the study found that providing teachers with the necessary tools and resources is particularly important in promoting good relationships with colleagues and leaders. This provides a fresh perspective for research in related fields. The findings of this study are instructive for college and university administrations to develop organizational support policies to improve faculty performance and provide a foundation for subsequent research.

РОЛЬ ГУМАНИТАРНЫХ ДИСЦИПЛИН В ВОСПИТАНИИ ГРАЖДАНСТВЕННОСТИ И ПАТРИОТИЗМА

The article defines the meaning of the concepts of citizenship and patriotism in modern realities. The state's policy in the field of higher education is being adjusted, and the patriotic component is being strengthened. Attention is being paid to the protection of historical truth, the creation of conditions for the dissemination of reliable and scientifically based historical knowledge in society, aimed at forming an objective understanding of historical and modern events. The influence of the cycle of humanities on the solution of the problem of formation of citizenship and patriotism among cadets and students is determined.

Discourses on friluftsliv and environmental awareness in Norway, 1960–2000

ABSTRACT This article analyses how the cultural practice of Norwegian friluftsliv (outdoor recreation) came to be represented as a particularly effective way of cultivating environmental awareness from the late 1960s. The analysis shows how a small group of actors gained the power to shape the friluftsliv discourse, and how their ideas spread and gained influence from that time until the year 2000, in the fields of higher education, government policy and friluftsliv organizations.

Понятие и признаки стадий административной процедуры государственной аккредитации в сфере высшего образования

The article is devoted to defining the structure of state accreditation of educational activities in the field of higher education as an independent administrative procedure. A theoretical definition of its stage formulated as a relatively independent set of procedural actions performed within the timeframe and in the sequence determined by regulatory acts in order to assess the compliance of the implementation of a specific educational program by an educational organization of higher education with the established accreditation indicators. Based on the consideration of theoretical views and provisions of regulatory legal acts, the author outlines the structure of the administrative procedure of state accreditation of educational activities in the field of higher education. It is proposed to understand it as a set of mandatory stages — initiation of an accreditation case, consideration of an accreditation case and decision-making on it, provision of the result of a state service for state accreditation of educational activities, accreditation monitoring, as well as an optional stage, which is the correction of typos and (or) errors in the information contained in the register.

A Discussion Related to the Impact of Incorporating Standardised Individualised Strength Training in the Physical Education Curriculum of Colleges and Universities on the Mental Health of College Students

This study explores the far-reaching impact of standardised personalised strength training on college students' mental health. With the continuous improvement of the comprehensive quality requirements for college students in modern society, mental health problems have gradually come to the forefront and become an important issue to be solved in the field of higher education. Traditional physical education programmes tend to be designed and implemented in a ‘one-size-fits-all’ teaching mode, ignoring the significant differences between students in terms of physical condition, athletic ability and interest preferences. This neglect not only limits the overall development of students' physical abilities, but may also adversely affect their mental health. In response to this challenge, standardised and individualised strength training has been developed. The core of this approach is ‘personalisation’, i.e., a training programme that is tailored to the specific needs of each student. The individualised training programme not only takes into account the student's physical condition and athletic ability, but also respects their preferences. In this way, students are able to train at an intensity and tempo that suits them, thus improving the training effect and reducing the risk of sports injuries.

Approaches to the Development of Student Groups in a Modern University: Team or Collective

The article is devoted to the issues of forming student groups in universities in modern conditions of the influence on young people of two opposing ideological trends: collectivism and individualism. The positive effects of collective education in the field of higher education are listed. Differences in the understanding of the terms “small group”, “work collective”, “team” and “team”, which have developed in the academic and business environment, are identified, from the point of view of value bases and group dynamics. The results of a diagnostic study of the adaptation of first-year students are presented, which allows us to draw a conclusion about the influence of the individualistic and collectivist strategy of integration into the group on the results of students’ adaptation. Options for scenarios for the formation of a group as a “collective” or as a “team” are proposed, which make it possible to differentiate approaches to pedagogical support for the development of student groups depending on the prevailing value systems of its members and the degree of readiness for collective action.

Exploring the Reform of University Education and the Cultivation of Innovative Talents

The field of higher education has undergone tremendous changes in the past few decades, and the traditional model of knowledge transfer is no longer sufficient to meet the needs of modern society for human resources. Students need more opportunities to develop innovation, practical problem solving and teamwork skills. Higher education is no longer just about transferring knowledge, but also about cultivating students comprehensive literacy so that they can stand out in a complex and changing environment. The purpose of this paper is to discuss in depth the strategies for cultivating innovative talents in the reform of college education, with special attention to the measures for building classroom teaching methods, practical teaching system and extracurricular academic and scientific competition mechanism. These strategies are not only the key to responding to the needs of today s society, but also an effective way to improve the quality of higher education. Through in-depth analyses and research, this study aims to provide useful thinking and guidance for educational reform in higher education.

Contemporary aspects of professional identity of teachers in the field of higher education

The article examines the problems that arise in the work of a university teacher in the context of reforming the higher education system, associated with the phenomenon of professional identity in the context of reforming the higher education system. An attempt has been made to identify factors of teachers' dissatisfaction with their position in society. The author makes an assumption about the possibility of threats of loss of professional values, the emergence of professional deformation of teachers as teachers in the process of implementing the main tasks of professional activity, loss of subjectivity and professional identity.