Assessment and recognition are key aspects of microcredentials, and other courses offered on massive open online course (MOOC) platforms. Microcredentials are designed to address the needs of employers and learners looking for units of study at a higher education level aligned with the requirements of labour markets. This paper reviews current…

This paper provides an analysis of the literature on transnational education to identify the key challenges and success factors for the sustainable operation of transnational higher education (TNE) programmes as perceived by key stakeholders. Probing the stakeholders' perspectives and applying a systematic approach, this study analyses 227…

This article offers a review of extant literature specific to educational leadership preparation programmes. The author explains how leadership development and preparation programmes have evolved over time. Highlighted are: (1) historical contexts of educational leadership, (2) challenges faced when implementing quality graduate programmes in…

Engaging teachers of young children in effective in-service professional development is a critical component of establishing high quality early childhood education. However, not all professional development offerings are effective in imparting new knowledge, enhancing teacher practice, or improving child outcomes, making it difficult for teachers…

The provision of special education for students with disabilities depends upon the availability of well-qualified special educators, which, in turn, depends upon the availability and characteristics of preparation programs. In countries of the world where special education systems are still developing the capacity to provide the education that…

While research on program effectiveness offers ample evidence that afterschool programs can benefit young people in a variety of ways, this same body of research demonstrates that not all programs are equally effective (Granger, 2008). Some programs show positive results in many or all major outcome categories. Other programs are associated with…

Explores planning and implementation issues related to pharmacy certificate programs, including provider collaboration and American Council on Pharmaceutical Education standards in needs assessment, instructional design, and evaluation. Reviewed six recent articles on certificate programs and found good indication that they are meeting high…

This article attempts to synthesize the most recent developments in the field of early childhood education and provides a framework for understanding the key issues and trends that will be likely to dominate the attention of educators during the coming decade. (CT)

This report reviews the current research and literature on Out of School Time (OST) programs especially with regard to their effectiveness. It also explores the range of OST programs and activities as employed by the various youth-serving sectors; considers the untapped possibilities of OST programs to meet the needs of young people, including…

This paper lists practices recommended by the Council for Exceptional Children's Division for Early Childhood concerning work with infants and young children who are gifted, in early intervention and early childhood special education programs. An introductory section discusses the benefits of early intervention with gifted children and notes the…

This article reviews five categories of critical characteristics of high-quality secondary-level vocational instruction programs that increase the likelihood that students with severe disabilities will obtain paid community employment upon graduation. Categories include location of instruction, curriculum, instructional strategies, transition…

This paper lists practices recommended by the Council for Exceptional Children's Division for Early Childhood concerning the process of transition in early intervention and early childhood special education programs for infants and young children with special needs and their families. An introductory section defines transition, offers examples of…

This paper lists practices recommended by the Council for Exceptional Children's Division for Early Childhood concerning program evaluation in early intervention and early childhood special education programs for infants and young children with special needs and their families. An introductory section notes the guiding assumptions upon which the…

Describes a successful teacher inservice program based on the following elements: (1) a partnership among school and community personnel, (2) strong administrative leadership, (3) participant ownership and involvement, (4) quality trainers, and (5) evaluation and follow up. (FL)

This paper is designed to help our understanding of the incidence and distribution of special education programs throughout the world. There are huge differences among countries. In one country, one of every 5,000 elementary and secondary pupils receives special education; in the United States, it is one in 20. (KC)