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Zhu, Jiabin; Hu, Yu; Li, Yike; Zhang, Zhinan; Li, Wanqi – European Journal of Engineering Education, 2022
Internationally, challenges were raised towards engineering education concerning the industry's widespread questioning of the lack of practical skills of engineering graduates. Scholars in engineering educational research have tried to better understand professional engineers' practices so as to inform engineering education. Concerning the lack of…
Descriptors: Prior Learning, Engineering, Technical Occupations, Work Experience
Exter, Marisa E.; Ashby, Iryna – Journal of Computing in Higher Education, 2019
Educational software is a growing industry, creating demand for professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to develop high-quality learning software. This paper explores the perceptions and experiences of professionals who have made a career of developing educational software and suggests educational paths useful for professionals in…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Computer Science Education, Educational Background, Attitudes
Pilkinton-Pihko, Diane; Suviniitty, Jaana; Kauppinen, Tomi – Language Learning in Higher Education, 2019
Living in learning societies encourages learning outside the classroom. Alongside this reality, higher education institutions have been incorporating policies and procedures that support recognition of prior learning (RPL). This development means establishing adequate RPL assessment practices. Our empirical study at the Aalto University Language…
Descriptors: English (Second Language), Second Language Learning, Second Language Instruction, Prior Learning
Lawrence, A. S. Arul, Ed.; Thiyagarajan, P., Ed. – Online Submission, 2021
"Skill is laying the foundation for a brighter India. As John Ruskin puts it, "Skill is the unified force of experience, intellect, and passion in their operation." "Nation Building" is a herculean task that involves the government of the land, private and public institutions, industries, organisations, and every citizen…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Nationalism, Economic Development, Skill Development
Moynihan, Joseph A. – International Electronic Journal of Elementary Education, 2015
Transition Year is a unique and exciting programme situated in the middle of the six year second level education system in Ireland. Since its introduction in 1974, the programme has experienced unprecedented growth now being offered in over 80% of schools on the island. Transition Year seeks to emphasize alternative learning methodologies…
Descriptors: Program Descriptions, Education Work Relationship, Experiential Learning, Social Development
Alexander, LaKeshia Marche – ProQuest LLC, 2013
With increasing budget cuts, decreasing funds for training opportunities, and increasing demands for services for students with disabilities, there is a need for researchers to identify how DSAs prepare for and operate in their positions in disability services (Madaus, 1998). The researcher proposes that like many adults, DSAs may be engaging in…
Descriptors: Disabilities, College Administration, Measures (Individuals), Questionnaires
Tramontana, G. Michael; Blood, Ingrid M.; Blood, Gordon W. – Journal of Communication Disorders, 2013
The purpose of this study was to determine (a) the general knowledge bases demonstrated by school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) in the area of genetics, (b) the confidence levels of SLPs in providing services to children and their families with genetic disorders/syndromes, (c) the attitudes of SLPs regarding genetics and communication…
Descriptors: Speech Language Pathology, Allied Health Personnel, Genetics, Knowledge Level
Simm, David; Marvell, Alan; Schaaf, Rebecca; Winlow, Heather – Journal of Geography in Higher Education, 2012
Over the last decade, some UK Geography Departments have diversified their range of courses to offer Foundation degrees (Fds), providing students with alternative routes through higher education (HE). These courses are delivered either offsite at further education colleges (FECs), embedded within an undergraduate programme at higher education…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Study Skills, Adult Education, Vocational Education
Hutto, Sarah Tullos – ProQuest LLC, 2009
The purpose of this study was to examine the relationships of learning style characteristics to self-directed learning propensity among adult learners. The learning style characteristics investigated were learning style balance as measured by a scoring method developed by Mainemelis, Boyatzis, and Kolb (2002) and learning style dimensions as…
Descriptors: Graduate Students, Cognitive Style, Lifelong Learning, Adult Learning
Wade, Taron – Phi Delta Kappan, 1999
At several New York State high schools, seniors hold internships in architectural firms, Planned Parenthood, dentists' offices, and television and radio stations. Some make documentaries or pursue independent study in various subjects. These opportunities arise through a program (WISE) allowing second-semester seniors to design and complete their…
Descriptors: High School Seniors, High Schools, Independent Study, Internship Programs

Martz, Wm. Benjamin, Jr. – T.H.E. Journal, 1999
Describes a partnership between Fireman's Fund Insurance Company (FFIC) and California State University-Chico, the core of which is an on-campus internship program that allows the university to defer expenses, allows FFIC to gain an on-campus presence, and lets students obtain real world experience. Discusses self-directed and lifelong learning…
Descriptors: Educational Environment, Higher Education, Independent Study, Internship Programs
Australian National Training Authority, Melbourne. – 1998
"Framing the Future" is a major staff development initiative of the Australian National Training Authority. The initiative supports people in the vocational education and training (VET) sector who are involved in implementing the National Training Framework. "Framing the Future" encourages VET practitioners to take…
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Foreign Countries, Independent Study, Models
Babbott, Edward F. – College Board Review, 1971
Descriptors: College Bound Students, College School Cooperation, Community Services, Continuation Education
Sansregret, Marthe – 1985
This guide is designed to help the counselor work with adult students who cannot attend the 45-hour course on portfolio development and must prepare a portfolio within a program of independent studies. Chapter I gives an overview of the place that andragogical counselors occupy within the academic structure, their educational background, and some…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Students, College Credits, Experiential Learning
Sansregret, Marthe – 1985
This guide provides the adult student with information on developing a portfolio. Chapter I is designed to give the student an idea of what is involved when one participates in a program for the recognition of prior learning. Chapter II covers the various steps that the student will have to undertake to review his/her life and work experience,…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Students, College Credits, Experiential Learning
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