This study utilized an Interpretive Phenomenological Approach (IPA) to examine how sequentially planned study abroad programs in Kenya and Nepal influenced pre-service teachers' development of intercultural competence. IPA was chosen to capture participants lived experiences and to explore their evolving perspectives before and after travel.…

Purpose: Industry skills council (ISC) in Korea is at an earlier stage in terms of its formation and incubation. As a governance model similar to sector councils in Canada and UK, it still requires training and development of talents who work for ISCs. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effectiveness of training programs that are…

The present paper serves as the first systematic review of the training, methodologies, and outcomes reported in the professional development (PD) literature for paraprofessionals working with students with or at risk for externalizing behavior disorders. A total of 16 investigations including 332 paraprofessionals and 852 children and adolescents…

Purpose: This study aims to examine the link between supervisor support, transfer motivation and post-training usage of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. The study tested the influence of supervisor support and transfer motivation on training transfer in a complex information systems environment. Second, the study tested the mediating…

In recent years, training has shifted towards a more learner-centred perspective. At the same time, rapidly changing workplaces emphasize the importance of self-regulatory processes in the workplace. In the light of these trends, this research investigates the role of self-regulated learning in training effectiveness. A theoretical model in which…

Accreditation is essential to ensure the U. S. Army is conducting the most current and relevant training, education, and development for all serving soldiers and civilians. A challenge for the Army is its post-secondary learning institutions are assigned diverse leaders who are rarely trained in leading educational entities. Exacerbating this…

This report presents an early glimpse into the technical complexities of migrating the Department of Defense (DoD) towards a competency-based educational system in support of the next generation of talent management/talent development to maximize readiness. The report also provides information on the Competency & Credential work to date by the…

This research aims to determine the opinions of vocational high school teachers about the Powerful Learning Environment (PLE) approach in vocational and technical secondary education. This study, which was carried out with the qualitative research method, was designed with the phenomenological pattern. The participants of the research consist of…

The speed and complexity of change in business practice, dramatically intensified with the COVID-19 outbreak, has never been greater than today. Navigating this "new norm" requires for any organization, besides other factors, two main things: Managers and leaders who are capable of coaching their team members as well as a new type of…

Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to increase the knowledge of principals' professional development (PD) by focusing on the arrangements that shape a PD practice initiated to enhance principals' instructional leadership. Design/methodology/approach: The paper draws on findings from a three-year PD initiative in a Swedish school district. The…

The reaction between hydrochloric acid and calcium carbonate to produce carbon dioxide gas is a popular and engaging experiment to illustrate chemical reactions that result in the production of gases. It also provides a useful model for teaching concepts related to the effects of concentration on reaction rates. Although a prepared hydrochloric…

Phishing emails pose a serious threat to individuals and organizations. Users' ability to identify phishing emails is critical to avoid becoming victims of these attacks. The current study examined the effectiveness of a short online phishing training program designed to help users identify phishing emails. Half of the participants were in the…

Students spend a significant proportion of their day in colleges and healthcare facilities where they might experience medical emergencies, or unexpected accidents, that occur in these places. Nursing students are required to perform critical life support in a significant way. The aim of this research was to assess knowledge, attitudes, and…

The paper examines the dynamics and complex dimensions in doctoral supervision in different disciplinary contexts in higher education institutions (HEIs), given that institutional success and reputation depends on 'research output,' which creates visibility and competitive advantage. However, traditional doctoral supervision, which frequently…

There has been an increased number of international students attending universities in the United States, which has resulted in a growing number of international students in counseling programs. Cultural differences necessitate culturally appropriate supervision models for counselors and supervisors to utilize when working with international…