The phenomena of disabilities in the Arab world can be viewed from various perspectives, considering historical times, epistemological programmes and theoretical models. This article is a theoretical review and comparative data analysis of the problems regarding the evolution of attitudes and current concept of disability and theoretical…

The phenomena of disabilities in the Arab world can be viewed from various perspectives, considering historical times, epistemological programmes and theoretical models. This article is a theoretical review and comparative data analysis of the problems regarding the evolution of attitudes and current concept of disability and theoretical…

Background: Although work-family balance (WFB) has received much attention from researchers, there are relatively few studies exploring WFB in parents of children with disabilities. Such research is necessary because caregiving demands are greater among these parents than those caring for typically developing children. Objective: The objective was…

This study utilized a case study design to explore how early career agriculture teachers in Oregon conceptualize success and work-life balance in school-based agricultural education. Wenger's (1998) theory of Communities of Practice, precisely the concept of reification, served as the framework for our study. Our population included 52 agriculture…

Judgement interferes with the development of all relationships. For students and families who have experienced trauma, judgement can be particularly devastating as it may further damage the survivor's already compromised sense of safety, trust, and belonging. As educators, we must develop non-judgmental attitudes toward students and families, yet…

This study adopts Yosso's Community Cultural Wealth (CCW) framework to examine family engagement of Syrian refugee background parents with their children's elementary schooling during their migration journeys across pre-migration, transit, and resettlement contexts. Utilizing interpretive inquiry, interview and artistic data were collected from…

Despite the numerical predominance of women in higher education institutions (HEIs), significant underrepresentation in academic and leadership positions persists, highlighting ongoing gender inequalities. This study examines the role of management in addressing gender disparities and offensive behaviors within a Portuguese public HEI, using…

Almost two decades later since the promulgation of the White Paper 6 on inclusive education policy in South Africa, the nation has yet to attain what the policy provided as practical inclusion guidelines within the education fraternity. Parental involvement is one of the guidelines that continue to be highlighted as an area of development in the…

Principals' leadership is important for school effectiveness and education improvement. However, there is a lack of studies grounded in principals' everyday practices that aim to go beyond generic heuristics when suggesting leadership practices. Through three scenes that span a four-year period, this study describes the principalship of a female…

The highly anticipated follow-up to "Unpacking the Pyramid Model," this one-of-a-kind book is the first to provide a comprehensive, step-by-step overview of the widely used Pyramid Model Practices for infants and toddlers from birth to three. With this accessible training guide, teachers and providers will use research-based practices to…

Using Multilevel Job Demand-Resources theory, this research explores how crisis influenced perceptions about academic work engagement at individual, team, and organisational levels. The COVID-19 crisis led universities to make significant changes in response to health and fiscal impacts. Changes included restructuring, job shedding, and pivoting…

Objective: Better understanding how behavioral health professions students were impacted by COVID-19 can help educators inform their education practices. Participants: The present study examined the impact of COVID-19 among n = 83 students enrolled in two universities across five graduate-level behavioral health training programs -- clinical…

Transitions into early childhood education in a new country can be challenging for refugee and migrant children, their families, and teachers. This article presents pilot study findings that explored how two ECE centres, collaborating with a settlement centre, support positive transitions for families entering ECE settings. Research highlights…

As the Latinx Spanish-speaking and emergent bilingual population grows, there is an urgent need for more inclusive language and literacy programs in schools. It's essential to recognize Latinx parents' educational aspirations for their children and the crucial role of Spanish within families. This article explores the language and literacy…

Literacy is the key to success in school, to accessing high-quality career opportunities, and to ensuring that all citizens are informed, engaged, and able to contribute to decision-making processes. Unfortunately, too many students are denied the right to read and become literate individuals, and the majority of the nation's students are below…