In this study, we develop a firm-dominated incremental cooperation model. Following the critical review of current literature and various cooperation models, we identified a number of strengths and shortcomings that form the basis for our framework. The objective of our theoretical model is to contribute to overcome the existing gap within…

The aim of this paper is to explore the implications of the concept of a "fully-functioning university" for its contribution to the advancement of knowledge. The paper therefore starts by reviewing that concept and the tripartite mission on which it is based. The main question that the paper seeks to answer is, "what kinds of…

The aim of this article is to reflect upon the emergence of the "third mission" of universities as a critical (but not new) dimension of university activities. It recalls the role of our changing understanding of knowledge diffusion and circulation in its growth. It then focuses on the four main lessons derived from the analysis of the different…

Reflects on the external dimensions of universities in Southeast Asia. Discusses the changing roles of universities relative to corresponding changes in the political and social climate of the country where they are located. Affirms that significant progress in the interchange of information has been achieved while suggesting that even more can be…

A primary objective of this study was to examine the relations among students' perceptions of the classroom goal orientation as ability-focused goals and their own goals, as well as the relationships between these two components and other motivational factors such as subject-specific self-efficacy and task value. An additional purpose was to…