State of ICT security management in the institutions of higher learning in developing countries: Tanzania case study

2005 ◽  
Author(s):  
J.K. Bakari ◽  
C.N. Tarimo ◽  
L. Yngstrom ◽  
C. Magnusson
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Security Management ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Ict Security

Engineering the Services of the Library through Mobile Technology

2018 ◽  
pp. 1117-1132
Author(s):  
Eunice Mtshali
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Academic Library ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Rapid Change ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Study Research ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Fast Pace

Many universities are struggling to response the needs of its users. This is attributed to the rapid change in technological innovations. The growing interest on mobile technology in organisations is at a fast pace, particularly in institutions of higher learning. Mobile technology could be used in academic libraries to provide a better service to their clients or improve the service that they currently provide. Case study research was conducted at Capital University to understand the factors that could influence and impact the adoption of mobile technology in academic library services.

Developing an Assessment Plan for the Arts and Sciences Division of a Comprehensive Community College

2011 ◽  
pp. 260-274
Author(s):  
Annette E. Smith ◽  
Stephanie J. Jones
Keyword(s):  
Community College ◽  
Student Learning Outcomes ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Assessment Process ◽  
Arts And Sciences ◽  
The Arts ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Data Collection And Analysis ◽  
Assessment Of Student Learning

Assessment of student learning outcomes at institutions of higher learning has become a strategic initiative as accountability discussions continue to stir within the academic environment. This case study looks at the various aspects of developing, implementing, and evaluating an assessment plan for the Arts and Sciences division of a comprehensive community college. Discussions include how to instill an “assessment” focus within an institution, the importance of identifying appropriate leadership and establishing assessment committees, how to get faculty buy in, how to develop an assessment plan, how to utilize technology for data collection and analysis, and how to continuously improve assessment activities, are all explored. The institution of discussion has completed the first two years of its four-year assessment process. The case study reflects on the first two years of the process.

Impactful Academic Supports for Students Enrolled at Military Colleges

2021 ◽  
pp. 281-296
Author(s):  
Susan Greene Stevenson
Keyword(s):  
Academic Success ◽  
Academic Support ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Admission Process ◽  
Military Colleges ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Academic Supports ◽  
Military College ◽  
Military Institute

Military colleges have historically been respected and viewed as results-driven institutions of higher learning. These colleges have strong reputations for producing both leaders and scholars. Though gaining admission to a military college is usually somewhat more formidable than the admission process at many civilian colleges, students are accepted with varying academic abilities, skills, and backgrounds. Most of these students, however, are retained, experience academic success, and graduate. The author describes distinct military college academic support initiatives that promote scholarly success among college students, from those who struggle to pass a course to those who want to turn a satisfactory grade into a better grade. Included in those initiatives are tutoring, advising, and mentoring. A case study of the establishment of the Academic Success Center at Marion Military Institute is included, along with data markers indicating the success of the center and its programs.

scholarly journals Legal Concerns with Academic Engagement Programs in Developing Countries

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 18-28
Author(s):  
Molly Eckman ◽  
Ellie Kriner ◽  
Khanjan Mehta ◽  
Kevin Prucino ◽  
Meng Lian ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Community Service ◽  
Academic Engagement ◽  
New Products ◽  
Academic Programs ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Program Leaders ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Travel Abroad

Universities and other institutions of higher learning have seen an increase in the number of academic programs that involve engagement with external communities, especially in the developing world. These programs may include travel abroad, community service, or the design and commercialization of new products. Despite this growth, many faculty and program leaders remain unaware of the legal concerns and challenges that might arise on these types of activities. This article informs faculty on the legal nuances relevant to different types of academic engagement programs. Representative examples of each type of program are used to illustrate legal concerns that may arise, and compromise academic engagement programs.

A Contextualized Model for Virtual Learning in Higher Institutions

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 60-81
Author(s):  
Mmatshuene Anna Segooa ◽  
Billy Mathias Kalema
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
South African ◽  
Virtual Learning ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
University Of Technology ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Mind Set ◽  
Higher Institutions ◽  
Different Levels

This study aimed at designing a contextualized Virtual Learning model that suits South African institutions of higher learning. The study identified factors necessary for contextualizing VLE to fit the student's perspective in developing countries. Literature was reviewed to identify the contextualizing factors, based on which a research model was designed and validated using data collected from students at different levels of learning at Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa. The study used quantitative approach and the data was analysed using statistical package called Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). Results indicated that, compatibility, complexity, technological factors, organisational and environmental issues as well as mind-set are significant factors for VLEs contextualization. This study contributes theoretically by bridging the gap in literature and apposite model informing the development of VLEs in developing countries. Practically, the findings of this study will be leveraged by institutions of higher learning that want to implement VLEs within their settings.

scholarly journals Preparing to Educate for a Thriving Bivocational Ministry: A Seminary Case Study

Religions ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (8) ◽  
pp. 592
Author(s):  
Darryl W. Stephens
Keyword(s):  
Theological Education ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Theological Seminary ◽  
Perceived Needs ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Challenges And Opportunities ◽  
Student Focus ◽  
Bivocational Ministry ◽  
Training And Support

How can institutions of higher learning in theological education respond to an increasing need for bivocational ministry preparation, training, and support? This article presents detailed findings from one US, mainline Protestant seminary’s effort to evaluate current and perceived needs in this area. Data from surveys of students, staff, faculty, and trustees at Lancaster Theological Seminary and learnings from a six-session student focus group are presented. Explored are questions of perception and relevance of bivocational ministry, distinct stressors of bivocational ministry, opinions about current educational programs at the seminary, and opinions about institutional changes designed to better support and prepare seminarians for bivocational ministry. These findings are indicative rather than definitive, inviting further research involving more schools and a larger set of respondents. The article concludes with a discussion of challenges and opportunities facing this seminary in its strategic effort to educate for a thriving bivocational ministry.

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