Full Description
In an era marked by both persistent and emerging challenges, Transforming Educational Research: Realizing Equity and Social Justice Worldwide offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic landscape of education and educational research. It delves into the multifaceted issues faced by educators and policymakers worldwide, from the disruptions caused by the global pandemic to the rapid integration of digital technologies.
With contributions from diverse regional, theoretical, and methodological perspectives, this volume provides insights into contemporary educational strategies and practices, the crucial role of socio-emotional development, the transformations occurring in higher education, and the impact of global educational policies. It is organized into four thematic clusters, each addressing a specific dimension of the challenges faced by education systems globally. The first cluster focuses on educational strategies and practices, examining approaches to creating conducive teaching and learning environments. The second cluster highlights the socio-emotional dimensions in education, emphasizing the importance of fostering emotional well-being and cultural understanding. The third cluster explores the complexities of higher education, particularly in the context of sustainability, digital transformation, and academic publishing. The final cluster delves into policy perspectives in education, analyzing the influence of globalization and the implementation of learning theories.
By fostering dialogue and critical reflection, this book offers a rich tapestry of insights into the common challenges faced by education systems worldwide. It serves as a valuable resource for educators, policymakers, researchers, and anyone interested in creating equitable, inclusive, and effective education systems for all.
Contents
1. Introduction Part 1: Educational Strategies and Practices 2. Grade Repetition and Collaborative Problem-Solving in PISA 3. Framework of Good Practices for Positive Behavior Approach (PBS) Implementation 4. A Pedagogical Model of Youth Empowerment Part 2: Socio-Emotional Dimensions in Education 5. Social and Emotional Development in Primary School Children in Germany During the First Pandemic-Related School Closure 6. Impact of Home Language Differences on Preschool Children's Oral Language Use and Activity Involvement 7. Arts and Creativity in the Fostering of Teacher Well-being for Burnout Prevention: A Scoping Review (2010—2023) Part 3: Higher Education and Organizational Change 8. Sustainability and Digital Transformation in Higher Education: An International Comparative Study of University Strategies on Organizational Change 9. Elite, Open Access, or Predatory Journals? Conceptualizing the Full Spectrum of Global Academic Publishing in Higher Education 10. Nodes and Nets in Educational Research Communication and Organization - an International Mapping of Educational Research Publication Part 4: Policy Perspectives in Education 11. Practice Versus Theory - Is There Competition Between Academic and Vocational Qualifications? Empirical Results From the German Labor Market 12. The Increasingly Global Phenomenon of the Expert Teacher Designation-A Critical Realist Perspective and Analysis 13. Overcoming Pseudo-Scientific Theories in Education Through Dialogic Pedagogical Training in Latin America
