Science and Higher Education: challenges and opportunities
The Cuban higher education system, including its institutions, programs, research centers, and postgraduate studies. Discover the expected impacts on society and the emphasis on innovation in university training.
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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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Academic Freedom and Advocacy Efforts in Texas Higher Education
Academic freedom, a core principle in higher education, is championed by organizations like the AAUP. Recent advocacy efforts in Texas, led by groups like the Texas AAUP Conference, have resulted in legislative changes impacting faculty rights and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. Collabora
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Understanding Health Challenges and Communication in Cuban Families
Explore the main health issues affecting Cuban families, including changes in family structure, fertility rates, and societal trends. Delve into the role of communication in addressing family crises and promoting health within communities. Discover key objectives focused on identifying, understandin
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CUBAN REVOLUTION
Explore the impact of the Cuban Revolution through a series of political cartoons, focusing on the visuals, message, and persuasive techniques used to convey opinions on key events such as Fidel Castro passing the presidency to his brother Raul, depiction of Cuban embargo, and the Cuban Missile Cris
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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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CCAMPIS Program Overview: Funding Opportunities for Campus-Based Child Care Services
The CCAMPIS program, authorized under the Higher Education Act of 1965, supports low-income parents in postsecondary education by providing campus-based child care services. Institutions of higher education that received $250,000 or more in Federal Pell Grant funds in FY 2022 are eligible to apply f
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Tertiary Education Reform in Wales: The Future of Learning
The Tertiary Education and Research (Wales) Act aims to establish the Commission for Tertiary Education and Research (CTER) to oversee strategy, funding, and supervision of post-compulsory education in Wales. This legislation dissolves the Higher Education Funding Council for Wales (HEFCW) and focus
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Understanding the Cuban Missile Crisis in Historical Context
Explore various aspects of the Cuban Missile Crisis, including the political cartoons, Kennedy's response, USA's reactions to the Cuban Revolution, USSR's involvement in Cuba, and the outcomes of the crisis. Learn about the key players, their decisions, and the impact on Cuba, USA, and the USSR.
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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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The Cuban Revolution: Batista to Castro
Fulgencio Batista's rise to power in Cuba in 1933 through coups led to army influence in the government. Fidel Castro, born into an upper-class family, organized rebels to overthrow Batista in the Cuban Revolution. After failed attempts and imprisonment, Castro regrouped, defeated Batista's forces i
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Exploring E-Learning: Benefits and Strategies for Higher Education in Iraq
Dive into the world of e-learning with this comprehensive module focusing on the need for online education in higher education institutions in Iraq. Learn about the basic principles, best practices, and instructional strategies for successful online instruction. Discover the role of technology in te
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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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Partnership for Promotion of Electrical Mobility in Higher Education Study Programs
The Partnership for Promotion and Popularization of Electrical Mobility through Transformation and Modernization of Western Balkans Higher Education Institutions Study Programs (PELMOB) is a collaborative initiative under the ERASMUS-EDU-2022-CBHE-STRAND-2 Project. It aligns with the 2030 Agenda for
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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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Modernisation of Higher Education in Central Asia Through New Technologies (HiEdTec)
This project focuses on the modernization of higher education in Central Asia using new technologies. It includes themes like ionization, piezoelectricity, and ultrasonic devices. The initiative aims to enhance learning experiences and teaching methodologies in the region. Various educational instit
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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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Update on Negotiated Rulemaking Committee (NRMC) Recommendations for Higher Education Data Requests
The update covers the proceedings and recommendations of the Negotiated Rulemaking Committee (NRMC) regarding data requests in higher education. The NRMC, formed under Texas Education Code, reviewed and proposed modifications to 93 data requests, aiming to streamline and optimize data collection pro
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Evolution of Higher Education Programs in Region 8
Explore the evolution and growth of Higher Education programs in Region 8, focusing on serving national audiences, building relationships, and engaging with academic research. Discover key initiatives, projects, and collaborations aimed at enhancing disaster management education and research. Join t
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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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Changing Trends in Cuban-American Voter Ideology
Explore the evolving political ideology of Cuban-American voters from 1991 to 2011 through data on migration, residency, naturalization, and political exceptionalism. Uncover how these trends have influenced Miami's Latino demographics and the Cuban perspective on US/Cuba relations.
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Understanding Diversity in the Norwegian Higher Education Landscape
Exploring the concept of institutional diversity in the Norwegian higher education system, this project delves into measuring institutional profiles, the significance of diversity, why it is perceived as positive, and the factors influencing diversity control. Through insights from experts like Ole-
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Understanding Social Justice in Scottish Higher Education
Explore the complexities of social justice in Scottish higher education through the lens of data and discourse. Delve into questions about fairness, student demographics, financial resources, and the impact of free undergraduate tuition on creating a more equitable system. Learn about research metho
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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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CAP Implementation in Cuba: Experiences and Perspectives for Rapid Progress
José Rubiera, Ph.D., discusses the urgent need for implementing the Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) in Cuba to enhance weather watches and warnings. The challenges faced by the Cuban Meteorological Service are explored, along with plans for CAP implementation in 2020. The overview of Cuba's weather
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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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The Resurgence of the US Dollar in Cuba: Implications and Challenges
The return of the US dollar to Cuba after 15 years has significant implications on the economy and the Cuban Peso. This resurgence, exacerbated by the COVID-19 crisis, has highlighted the weaknesses of the Cuban monetary system and the challenges it faces in unifying its currency. The distrust in lo
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Fostering Access to Higher Education for Refugees in Malaysia
The global trends show that access to higher education for refugees is limited, with only 3% having such access worldwide. In Asia Pacific, 7.7 million people of concern are hosted, including 3.5 million refugees. In Malaysia, as of early 2020, only 60 refugee youth were enrolled in tertiary educati
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Enhancing Transparency in Higher Education Institutions
Striving for excellence in all aspects of higher education, recognizing the value of diverse missions, and upholding the highly valued diversity of education systems are key themes emphasized in the Leuven Communiqués. Various transparency initiatives and tools such as THE Shanghai Ranking, CHE Uni
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Equity Strategic Framework in Higher Education Meeting
The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education aims to enhance the state's leadership in higher education by prioritizing equity for under-represented student populations. While Massachusetts excels in education indicators overall, disparities by race/ethnicity and gender are evident, with white female
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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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Update on Higher Education Initiatives in Indiana
The presentation highlighted discussions on tuning, degree profiles, and LEAP initiatives by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education. Various contexts and recent developments in higher education discussions, including student learning outcomes, were covered in conferences and initiatives from 20
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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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Exploring Higher Spin AdS3 Holography and Superstring Theory
Delve into the fascinating world of higher spin gauge theory, Vasiliev theory, and their applications in AdS/CFT correspondence. Discover the complexity and tractability of higher spin states in superstring theory, as well as the concrete relations between superstrings and higher spin fields in AdS
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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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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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Changing Youth Career Opportunities in Taiwan: A Generational Mobility Perspective
Examining the impact of massification of higher education on youth career prospects in Taiwan, this study delves into the evolving structures of career opportunities for different generations. It explores how education influences the transition from entry-level positions to professional roles, analy
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Impact of Cuban Revolution and Zapatistas in Latin America
Analyzing the significant 20th-century events in Latin America, this content delves into the Cuban Revolution's lasting impact on Cuba and the region, alongside the political outcomes of the Zapatista guerrilla movement in Mexico. It covers essential questions, historical context, and the repercussi
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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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