Professionalism in the context of public sector professions is a changing concept, which is subject to different interpretations. The sociologist Julia Evetts has developed two models, occupational and organisational professionalism, which are useful conceptual tools which help us to understand from a wider theoretical perspective the changing…

Inequity is persistent in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics classrooms despite significant attention to upending it. In order to better understand how and why inequity persists, an analysis is presented of 27 self-identified white male physics faculty and graduate students responding to an interview prompt about the social…

This study sought to investigate the effects of employing artificial intelligence (AI) on the customization of educational content and the enhancement of academic performance and engagement among students and teachers. The research involved a sample of ninth-grade students and their educators from diverse subjects, utilizing questionnaires to…

This edited volume presents a series of case studies and research evidence on how global students contribute to widening the debate on sustainability within Higher Education institutions: by offering their own stories, along with academics and external stakeholders they create a unique context where their diverse backgrounds are combined into a…

Purpose: This study examined the policy processes that occurred during the creation of social studies state standards across 18 states and the District of Columbia. Research Methods/Approach: Using a critical education policy studies approach, researchers analyzed policy documents, media reports, and interviews with state standards panel…

This blended pilot-empirical and theoretical manuscript documents a reflective journey undertaken by a group of early childhood teacher educators located across different regions of the United States as they examined their course design, materials, and syllabi construction. Grounded in reflective practice, intersectionality, and critical pedagogy,…

The concept of growth mindset has been touted as a promising tool to empower learning, but mixed effects emerge. Growth mindset advocates are calling for more attention to the heterogeneity of growth mindset, namely, the interference of other factors at individual or contextual levels (e.g., teacher variables) with the relationship between growth…

This literature review explores the experiences of male kindergarten principals through the lens of social role theory, which posits that gender roles shape individuals' behaviors and societal expectations, influencing leadership perceptions and practices. Hence, the review aims to synthesize international research on male principals in early…

This paper examines the perspectives and experiences of 21 science and mathematics teachers in the U.S. who shifted from classroom teaching to leadership roles in their schools and districts. These individuals viewed themselves as 'teacher leaders', regardless of whether they maintained classroom teaching responsibilities, and they engaged in work…

We examined the process of implementing support for students with disabilities at 16 of 285 Japanese academic libraries, using the Modified Grounded Theory Approach (M-GTA) for interview analysis. We found that support was introduced simultaneously through daily library operations, and was tailored to the needs of individual students. Training and…

This article examines the delivery of career education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG) to young people in Scottish state secondary schools. It explores the role of guidance teachers, and the influence of national policy initiatives, curriculum guidelines and external agencies on their work. The perspective of teachers is the central…

Purpose: The purposes of the study were to examine the longitudinal changes of team cohesion within a Sport Education season among female students and to identify facilitators and barriers underlying cohesion development. Method: A longitudinal, concurrent, mixed methods design was employed. Students from sixth to eighth grades (all girls; n = 55)…

Islamophobia presents complex challenges in Western societies, leading to racial discrimination and violence against Muslims. This paper explores the interconnectedness and interactions between racism and Islamophobia, as Islamophobia is conceptualized as a form of racism in the literature. Specifically, it explicates racism and its different…

In today's data-driven society, strong statistical literacy is essential for all citizens. Within the educational context, teachers play a crucial role in developing students' statistical competencies. However, pre-service teachers' attitudes toward statistics can impact how they approach its instruction. This study examines changes in future…

The Tagalog word, "balikbayan," means to return home. Oftentimes, "balikbayan" refers to boxes sent or brought to family in the Philippines by Filipina/x/o Americans (FA). The "balikbayan," then, also refers to the person returning, which is an embodiment of relational accountability, social responsibility, and…