Overview of Council on Higher Education's 25th Anniversary Report
Explore the rich history and future trajectories of the Council on Higher Education (CHE) in its 25th anniversary year. Delve into CHE's advisory and quality assurance roles, mandate from the Higher Education Act, and contributions to the National Qualifications Framework Act. Learn about CHE's achi
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Black Minds Matter 2: Advocating for African American Mental Health Awareness
Promoting African American mental health awareness through initiatives like Black Minds Matter 2, focused on holistic wellness and community support. Advocacy for racial sensitivity and cultural understanding in mental health services to address needs effectively. Survey insights show importance of
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Zora Neale Hurston: African-American Writer of the Harlem Renaissance
Zora Neale Hurston, born in Notasulga, Alabama, in 1891, was a prominent African-American writer known for her works reflecting the African-American culture and folklore. Growing up in Eatonville, Florida, and later studying at Barnard College, she stood out among her contemporaries for her portraya
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Funding Requirements for Higher Education Improvement Projects
The content outlines the restrictions and regulations related to the release of capital funds for planning and improvement of higher education facilities from the Higher Education Improvement Fund. It highlights conditions under which funds may be released, including ownership or long-term lease agr
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Unforgettable African Safari Holiday Adventures
Interior Safaris East Africa crafts exclusive African safari holidays for avid travelers. They allow you to explore the best of wildlife in Uganda, Ruanda & Tanzania! They will make your experience in East Africa like a local, making your African safari holidays different altogether. You can combine
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Trailblazers in African American Medicine: A Tribute to Pioneers
African Americans in the medical field have faced historical challenges and injustices, leading to a significant distrust towards the healthcare community. Despite this, individuals like Dr. Charles Drew, Dr. Rebecca Lee Crumpler, and Dr. James McCune Smith defied the odds and made groundbreaking co
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Ruaha: Premier East African Safari Tours
Experience the authentic East African safari tours in Ruaha with Interior Safaris East Africa. We are one of the leading safari operators & travel management companies that handcraft the finest personal safari tours in East Africa. The best part of our service is that we can custom-tailor your East
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Advanced Higher English: Transition and Expectations
Moving from Higher to Advanced Higher English requires a deeper level of literary knowledge and independent critical reading and writing skills. The Advanced Higher English course involves creating a portfolio with creative and discursive writing pieces, as well as a dissertation focusing on literat
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Challenges and Rewards of Educating White Students about Racism
Dr. Alicia Dailey, an African American professor at a predominantly white institution, shares her experiences and reflections on educating white students about racism. The challenges faced by African American faculty in higher education include being underrepresented, rated unfavorably in evaluation
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Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs): Empowering Communities Through Education
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) play a vital role in empowering the Black community by providing quality education and advocating for underrepresented groups. Established prior to 1964, HBCUs have historically been the primary option for people of color seeking higher education.
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Challenges in Higher Education Across Micronesia, Palau, and Marshall Islands
The Federated States of Micronesia, Palau, and the Marshall Islands are facing challenges in higher education, with a significant number of high school graduates opting to study abroad. This trend has impacted the local colleges and universities, as shown by the low direct transition rates to higher
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Presentation of South African Reserve Bank Amendment Bill to Joint Committee
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) presented the South African Reserve Bank Amendment Bill to amend the current ownership structure allowing private individuals, including foreigners, to own shares in the South African Reserve Bank. The presentation emphasizes the need for legislative actions withi
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Investments in African Higher Education: A 20-Year Journey
Andrea Johnson, as Program Officer for Higher Education and Research in Africa, highlights two decades of investment in African higher education. The initiatives include partnerships between universities, scholarships for women in STEM fields, and support for ICT advancements. The Partnership for Hi
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Automatic Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications Treaty Summary
Importance of automatic recognition of qualifications in higher education has been emphasized, leading to initiatives like the Treaty on Automatic Recognition of Higher Education Qualifications by Baltic and Benelux states. This treaty aims to enhance mutual trust, transparent recognition, and contr
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Challenges in Developing Indigenous African Psychology
The lack of development of indigenous African psychology can be attributed to various factors such as the dominance of Western-oriented frameworks in research, Eurocentric nature of mainstream psychology, lack of awareness among African people about psychology, and exclusion of indigenous African kn
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Climate Change and Development in Africa: A Journey from Kyoto to Paris
The journey of climate change negotiations in Africa, from key milestones in the climate change regime to the role of African institutions and bodies, such as the African Union and African Ministerial Conference on the Environment. Highlights include the entry into force of the UNFCCC, the adoption
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Understanding Public Goods in Higher Education
This text delves into the concept of public goods in higher education, examining the distinctions between public and private forms, the economic and political dimensions, and the normative value of public goods. It discusses the economic definition of public goods, emphasizing their non-rivalrous an
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Librarians in African Higher Education: Embedding NREN Digital Services
Librarians in African higher educational institutions play a crucial role in embedding NREN digital services. Studies reveal institutional weaknesses hindering librarian skills development and OA resource accessibility. The bigger picture involves the digitalization trend impacting information manag
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Enhancing Collaboration in African Statistical Reporting
The African Statistical Yearbook (ASYB) demonstrates successful collaboration among the African Development Bank (AfDB), African Union Commission (AUC), and United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA). This union aims to harmonize data production, alleviate reporting burdens on member states
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African Traditional Religions: Beliefs, Gods, and Rituals
African traditional religions encompass a diverse range of belief systems and practices among native Africans. These religions often involve polytheistic beliefs with a central High God. Various gods, goddesses, spirits, and ancestors are revered, and rituals play a significant role in these faith t
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Insights on Higher Education and Latinos in California - March 2018
This data analysis focuses on higher education trends among Latinos in California, highlighting factors such as intention of higher education, family history, and awareness of education options. It reveals that over 40% of Hispanic intenders are the first generation in their family to enroll in high
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Exploring Higher Education as a Tool for Desistance
This research delves into the potential of higher education in supporting desistance from offending behavior and cultivating new identities. It focuses on aspirations, barriers, and support needed for individuals with criminal convictions to engage with higher education outside of the prison environ
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France and the Restitution of African Cultural Property: A Critical Race Theory Perspective
This comprehensive piece delves into the restitution of African cultural property by France through the lens of Critical Race Theory (CRT). It explores the historical context, the impact on people of African descent, and the potential policy implications. The research question examines how CRT can i
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African Lions - The Majestic Big Cats in Danger
African lions, the popular big cats known for living in prides, are facing extinction due to hunting, habitat loss, and climate change. With just 23,000 remaining in the wild, urgent conservation efforts are crucial to protect these iconic species. Non-profit organizations like African Parks are wor
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African Standards and Guidelines for Higher Education in ASG-QA Training Presentation
Development and introduction of African Standards and Guidelines for Quality Assurance (ASG-QA) presented at the HAQAA Initiative Training highlighted the purpose, drafting process, principles, and methodologies. Membership of the Technical Working Group (TWG) involved experts from Africa and Europe
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African Folklore Influence in America: Retaining Cultural Identity and Resistance
Surviving pieces of African culture play a crucial role in maintaining pride, cultural identity, and resistance to oppression in America. Slavery aimed to erase the African culture brought by enslaved people, including forbidding their religions and drums. The Haitian slave revolution in 1791-1804,
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Higher Education System in Slovenia: Part-Time and Short-Cycle Academia
Slovenia is actively involved in the Bologna process and is committed to establishing a high-quality tertiary education system. The country offers short-cycle higher education programs alongside traditional higher education, focusing on quality, employability, and mobility. With a rising number of t
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Comparative Study of E-Learning Policies in Higher Education: Europe vs. India
This state-of-the-art report explores e-learning policies and practices in Higher Education in Europe and India, focusing on the MIELES project that aims to enhance knowledge transfer between European and Indian HEIs. The project includes various partners from both regions and aims to improve e-lear
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Promoting Quality Assurance in Higher Education: EaP Countries Cooperation
This project focuses on assessing national quality assurance structures in higher education institutions in Moldova, Ukraine, and Belarus. It aims to address challenges, differences, and cross-country cooperation for ensuring quality standards. The background emphasizes the importance of quality ass
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Understanding African Feminisms: A Complex Narrative
African feminisms encompass a diverse landscape of ideologies and movements, stemming from historical struggles and the fight for gender equality. From early pioneers like Adelaide Casely-Hayford to modern-day activists challenging mainstream feminism, African women have been pivotal in shaping a mu
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Enhancing African Higher Education Quality through HAQAA Initiative
The HAQAA Initiative aims to harmonize higher education programs in Africa through quality assurance and accreditation systems. It focuses on creating a distinctive and competitive African higher education space by fostering collaboration and capacity-building. Major activities include developing Af
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Hidden Realities of African Migration: Challenging Misconceptions
Prof. Caroline Wanjiku Kihato presents a situational analysis of African migration, highlighting the misrepresentation of African migration as a crisis by global discourse. The majority of African migration occurs within the continent, dispelling common narratives of all Africans heading north. The
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Value-Based Leadership for Engaging with the SDGs by Pam Fredman
Pam Fredman, President of the International Association of Universities, emphasizes the significance of value-based leadership in engaging with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The IAU, established in 1950 by UNESCO, aims to build a global higher education community focusing on internationa
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Reviving African Indigenous Knowledge for Decolonizing Education
Mammo Muchie, a distinguished DPhil and research professor, will address the urgent need to revive African Indigenous Knowledge within the education system to decolonize it effectively. The conference will explore the key characteristics of Indigenous Knowledge, highlight the exemplary model of Imho
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Empowering African Universities through Data Sharing Surveys
The Association of African Universities aims to enhance the quality of higher education in Africa through data sharing surveys. With a network of 400 universities across the continent, they plan to implement open surveys to understand their constituency better and support the data needs of the Afric
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Quantec - South African Consultancy Providing Economic and Financial Data
Quantec is a South African consultancy specializing in economic and financial data, business intelligence, and analytical software for over 18 years. They offer services such as data collections, market analysis, and economic modeling, and are the African representative of renowned organizations lik
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Overview of the African Human Rights System
The African Human Rights System encompasses various key elements such as the Organisation of African Unity, African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights, African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights, African Union, and additional human rights-related treaties and protocols. This system aims to protect
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The Role of Public Goods in Higher Education
This paper discusses the concept of public goods in higher education, exploring how they are defined, observed, and improved. It analyzes the distinctions between public and private goods based on economic and juridical-political factors, and examines the significance of public goods in advancing so
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Understanding HESA, Research Grants, and Funding Sources in Higher Education
HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) plays a crucial role in collecting, assuring, and disseminating data in higher education. This includes reporting on research grants, contracts, and the Frascati definition of research. The allocation of research income from various sources such as Research
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Evolution from the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) to the African Union: A Journey Towards Pan-African Unity and Development
The transition from the OAU to the AU marked a significant shift in African politics, focusing on unity, solidarity, and cooperation among member states. The AU aims to promote development, eradicate poverty, defend sovereignty, and incorporate Africa into the global economy. With a strong emphasis
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