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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European Legal Status for Alliances of Higher Education Institutions
European universities are exploring the necessity and benefits of establishing a legal entity for alliances of higher education institutions. Joint management of resources, simplified accreditation, quality assurance, and access to international networks are among the key objectives. The European Co
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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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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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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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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 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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Democracy and Rule of Law Transformations in the European Union
Democracy and the rule of law in the European Union are facing challenges such as backsliding and low voter turnout. This article discusses tools the EU can use to address these crises, ways to strengthen the link between the European Parliament and its citizens, factors affecting voter turnout in E
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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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Developing Indicators for Social Dimension in European Higher Education
Key findings from a meeting of the Social Dimension working group highlight historical challenges and current disparities in European higher education. The impact of parental background, gender differentiation in disciplines, and lower participation rates among migrants are key areas of concern. The
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European Commission Summit on Short Learning Programmes
The memorandum of understanding between EADTU and the European Commission highlights the significance of Short Learning Programmes (SLPs) in addressing the need for flexible higher education in Europe. SLPs cater to the continuous professional development and skills enhancement required for innovati
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The European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and European Globalisation Adjustment Fund (EGF) in EU Budget
The European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) plays a crucial role in addressing evolving technology, productivity, and globalisation challenges by supporting education, training, employment, and social inclusion initiatives. With an allocation of 101.2 billion euros, ESF+ aims to promote a more social Europ
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Electromobility Education in European Higher Education Institutions
Existing curricula related to electromobility in European Higher Education Institutions (EU HEIs) are generally integrated within electrical engineering programs and renewable energy sources postgraduate courses. The focus is on topics such as energy management, electric motor drive systems, power e
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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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European Agency Statistics on Inclusive Education (EASIE) Overview
The European Agency for Inclusive Education (EASIE) conducts biennial data collection exercises to support member countries in improving inclusive education policies. The data informs European Commission strategic objectives and UNCRPD implementation. Currently, 31 countries are involved in this ini
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European Higher Education Policies for Quality and Modernisation in Annual Meeting
European higher education policies focus on quality and modernisation, with evidence-based agenda setting, policy cooperation, funding support, and stakeholder consultations driving progress. Responses to consultations and questionnaires show diverse engagement, while targeted calls for papers recei
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Institutional Framework and Antitrust Law in the EU
The European Union's institutional framework is defined by the Treaties of Lisbon, European Union, and Functioning of European Union. These treaties establish the EU's objectives, governance principles, and delineate competences. Additionally, EU antitrust law principles are based on the Treaties of
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European Union Funded Project Presentation with Image Slides
This presentation features various image slides funded by the European Union under Agreement n. 101089896. The views and opinions expressed in the slides are solely those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Education and Culture Executive Agency (E
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Comprehensive European Astronomy Development Planning by ASTRONET
ASTRONET, a group of European funding agencies and infrastructures, coordinates all aspects of European astronomy. Established in the early 2000s with EU funding, ASTRONET focuses on long-term planning for the development of European astronomy. It has created the European Science Vision and Infrastr
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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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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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Insights into the Socrates Educational Initiative of the European Commission
The Socrates Project was an educational initiative by the European Commission involving 31 countries. It aimed to enhance the European dimension of education, language knowledge, cooperation, mobility, innovation, and opportunities. Named after the philosopher Socrates, the program operated from 199
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European Railway Agency's Role in Promoting Cooperation between Rail and Buses in Telematics Applications
The European Railway Agency (ERA) plays a crucial role in enhancing cooperation between rail and buses through Telematics Applications. Established in 2004, ERA focuses on recommending legislation, ensuring interoperability, and enhancing safety in the European rail network. Recommendations made by
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European Framework for Research Careers and Skills Taxonomies
The European Framework for Research Careers aims to synergize with the European Education Area and employment policies, recognizing and enhancing talent in research. It emphasizes brain circulation, intersectoral mobility, and training development. The initiative includes developing a Competence Fra
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EU-CERT: European Certificates and Accreditation for European Projects
The EU-CERT project involves European Certificates and Accreditation for European Projects, with upcoming events like the Transnational Partner Meeting (TPM5) in Paderborn, Germany, and the Final Policy Recommendation Conference in March 2024. The accreditation website tool and related information a
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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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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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Functional and Lexical Distribution of Indo-European Verbs
Investigating the functional and lexical distribution of Indo-European verb classes, this research delves into the mi- and xa-conjugations in Proto-Indo-European, new discoveries in the preterit of the xa-conjugation, paradigms in Hittite, perfect and middle endings in Late Indo-European, and the ch
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European Deposit Insurance Scheme (EDIS) - Towards a Safer Banking Industry in Europe
The European Commission initiated the European Deposit Insurance Scheme (EDIS) to strengthen confidence in the banking industry in Europe, solidifying the European monetary union. EDIS will be phased in from 2017 to 2024, providing more stability for European depositors and addressing potential pitf
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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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Italian and European Company Law: Key Insights for 2020/2021
Delve into the intricacies of Italian and European company law for the academic year 2020/2021 with Dott. Giulia Gabassi. Explore topics such as European Economic Interest Grouping (EEIG), European legislation, Court of Justice regulations, directives, and uniform models. Understand the importance o
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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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Formation and Evolution of European Coal and Steel Community
The European Coal and Steel Community, proposed by Schuman in 1950 for peace, was formally established by the Treaty of Paris in 1951. Over the years, it evolved into the European Community and later the European Union through various treaties and accession of new member countries. This historical j
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Expert Group's Role in Future Funding of Irish Higher Education
The Expert Group on the Future Funding of Irish Higher Education, led by Rory O'Donnell, outlines a comprehensive approach focusing on the role, value, and sustainable funding of higher education in Ireland. Emphasizing quality student experiences, knowledge innovation, and meeting labor market need
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Education System in Lithuania
The education system in Lithuania comprises pre-school education, pre-primary education, general secondary education, vocational training, higher education, and post-secondary schools. It is mandatory for children to attend school until the age of 16, with various educational paths available afterwa
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