The Digital Revolution And The Coming Of The Postmodern University

Author : Carl A. Raschke
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2003-12-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781134201006

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The Digital Revolution and the Coming of the Postmodern University by Carl A. Raschke Pdf

In recent years, the powerful social, cultural and economic changes wrought by digital technology have led many to forecast the end of the university as we know it. This book employs extensive research and case studies to explain why these predictions, even if perhaps somewhat premature, are on solid ground. The Digital Revolution and the Coming of the Postmodern University shows how the internet, high-speed electronic communications and personal computers necessitate a radical rethinking of what is meant by 'higher education'. The book calls into question both the traditionalist's scepticism about the benefits of new technology, and the corporate e-learning advocate's failure to grasp that education is more than what happens on a computer screen. The author provides concrete data and models for more democratic, restructured systems of instruction that not only take advantage of advanced learning technologies, but promote the globalisation of higher education. This is an essential read for anyone concerned about the future of higher education.

Author : Carl A. Raschke
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Education, Higher
ISBN : 0415369843

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The Digital Revolution and the Coming of the Postmodern University by Carl A. Raschke Pdf

Concerning the changing shape of the university, this book sets out the social, historical and philosophical aspects of the current digital transformation of education.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2019-01-04
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9789004372153

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Experiential Learning in Virtual Worlds by Anonim Pdf

Author : Arthur Versluis,Professor of Religious Studies at Michigan State University Arthur Versluis
Publisher : Oxford University Press on Demand
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2006-07-27
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780195306378

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The New Inquisitions by Arthur Versluis,Professor of Religious Studies at Michigan State University Arthur Versluis Pdf

"In The New Inquisitions, Arthur Versluis conducts an investigation into the intellectual origins of totalitarianism. He traces totalitarianism's beginnings to the early and medieval Christian idea of heresy - the idea that there is one correct set of doctrines, and that dissent from them is a dangerous evil to be severely punished and eradicated by the Church. This idea would receive its fullest expression in the Catholic Inquisition. The organization and criminal proceedings of the Inquisition, Versluis believes, laid the foundation for later totalitarianism."--BOOK JACKET.

Author : Francesco Zuddas
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2019-09-17
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781351680264

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The University as a Settlement Principle by Francesco Zuddas Pdf

The 1960s and the 1970s marked a generational shift in architectural discourse at a time when the revolts inside universities condemned the academic institution as a major force behind the perpetuation of a controlling society. Focusing on the crisis and reform of higher education in Italy, The University as a Settlement Principle investigates how university design became a lens for architects to interpret a complex historical moment that was marked by the construction of an unprecedented number of new campuses worldwide. Implicitly drawing parallels with the contemporary condition of the university under a regime of knowledge commodification, it reviews the vision proposed by architects such as Vittorio Gregotti, Giuseppe Samonà, Archizoom, Giancarlo De Carlo, and Guido Canella, among others, to challenge the university as a bureaucratic and self-contained entity, and defend, instead, the role of higher education as an agent for restructuring vast territories. Through their projects, the book discusses a most fertile and heroic moment of Italian architectural discourse and argues for a reconsideration of architecture’s obligation to question the status quo. This work will be of interest to postgraduate researchers and academics in architectural theory and history, campus design, planning theory, and history.

Author : Steve Wilkens
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2014-06-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830880232

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Faith and Reason by Steve Wilkens Pdf

Life confronts us with an endless stream of questions. Some are trivial. But some draw us into the deepest dimensions of human inquiry, a place where our decisions have profound implications for life and faith. Is there a God, and if so, how can I know anything about who or what God is? Is the quest for truth an elusive dream? How should I live and what should I value? What happens at the end of my biological existence? These questions lead people of every creed and belief to consider important existential concepts. But many people wrestle with the relationship between faith and reason as they dig into the roots of this theological and philosophical pursuit. Does a shared interest in a common set of questions indicate that philosophy and theology are close kin and allies, or are they competitors vying for our souls, each requiring a loyalty that excludes the other? In this Spectrum Multiview volume Steve Wilkens edits a debate between three different understandings of the relationship between faith and reason, between theology and philosophy. The first viewpoint, Faith and Philosophy in Tension, proposes faith and reason as hostile, exclusive opposites, each dangerous to the integrity of the other. The second, Faith Seeking Understanding, suggests that faithful Christians are called to make full use of their rational faculties to aid in the understanding and interpretation of what they believe by faith. In the third stance, Thomistic Synthesis, natural reason acts as a handmaiden to theology by actively pointing people toward salvation and deeper knowledge of spiritual truths. Bringing together multiple views on the relationship between faith, philosophy and reason, this introduction to a timeless quandary will help you navigate, with rigor and joy, one of the most significant discussions of the Christian community. Spectrum Multiview Books offer a range of viewpoints on contested topics within Christianity, giving contributors the opportunity to present their position and also respond to others in this dynamic publishing format.

Author : Peter Limb
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2004-02-28
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781780630649

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Digital Dilemmas and Solutions by Peter Limb Pdf

Today, all librarians face daunting challenges posed by trends in technology, publishing, and education as the impact of a globalising information economy forces a rethink of both library strategic directions and everyday library operations. This book brings together the main issues and dilemmas facing libraries; the book clearly shows how to deal with them, and provides a best-practice guide to the solutions. Provides analysis of recent trends and relevant and viable solutions to problems facing all librarians Written by a highly knowledgeable and well-respected practitioner in the field Draws on the author’s international and practical experience in libraries and experience of leading-edge developments in the field

Author : Lane, Carol-Ann
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 958 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2022-01-07
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781799872733

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Handbook of Research on Acquiring 21st Century Literacy Skills Through Game-Based Learning by Lane, Carol-Ann Pdf

Emerging technologies are becoming more prevalent in global classrooms. Traditional literacy pedagogies are shifting toward game-based pedagogy, addressing 21st century learners. Therefore, within this context there remains a need to study strategies to engage learners in meaning-making with some element of virtual design. Technology supports the universal design learning framework because it can increase the access to meaningful engagement in learning and reduce barriers. The Handbook of Research on Acquiring 21st Century Literacy Skills Through Game-Based Learning provides theoretical frameworks and empirical research findings in digital technology and multimodal ways of acquiring literacy skills in the 21st century. This book gains a better understanding of how technology can support leaner frameworks and highlights research on discovering new pedagogical boundaries by focusing on ways that the youth learn from digital sources such as video games. Covering topics such as elementary literacy learning, indigenous games, and student-worker training, this book is an essential resource for educators in K-12 and higher education, school administrators, academicians, pre-service teachers, game developers, researchers, and libraries.

Author : Marcel O'Gorman
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 161 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2006-01-01
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780802090379

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E-crit by Marcel O'Gorman Pdf

In E-Crit, Marcel O'Gorman takes an ambitious and provocative look at how university scholarship, pedagogy, and curricula might be transformed to suit a digital culture. Arguing that universities were founded on the logic of print culture, O'Gorman sets out to reinvent the academic apparatus, constructing a hybrid methodology that draws on avant-garde art, deconstructive theory, cognitive science, and the work of painter and poet William Blake. O'Gorman explores the ways in which digital media might help to restore the critical, intellectual purpose of higher education, which has been repressed by the technocratic structures that dominate the modern university. He argues that the revolutionary, socio-critical impetus that spurred deconstructive theory and transformed the humanities was lost in the initial attempts to digitize the literary canon and demonstrate the convergence of critical theory and hypertext. Humanities disciplines, he argues, must reposition themselves through the invention of humanities-based interdisciplinary programs capable of adapting to the post-print vicissitudes of a digital culture. E-Crit is thus essential reading for anyone concerned with the practice - and future - of the humanities in higher education.

Author : J. Harpur
Publisher : Springer
Page : 310 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2010-07-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780230274624

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Innovation, Profit and the Common Good in Higher Education by J. Harpur Pdf

University ethics is everyone's business, and big business is what the university is all about whether in the US, Europe or the rest of the world. How this has come about is less important than that it has, and is being taken very seriously by global and national forces. The important issue confronting higher education is its assumed role in guaranteeing economic prosperity. Governments are no longer content to let research leak out serendipitously into the economy. The Post-Industrial Society, Information Society, Knowledge Economy and Smart Economy require nothing less than commercially directed research producing innovatory products. The public interest is reduced to economic measures. The political, social and moral implications of changing practices in the university are rarely acknowledged in the rise of the New Alchemy. This book examines the resulting ambiguities and questionable evidence in favour of current polices.

Author : Northcote, Maria,Gosselin, Kevin P.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-08
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781522509691

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Handbook of Research on Humanizing the Distance Learning Experience by Northcote, Maria,Gosselin, Kevin P. Pdf

Distance learning is becoming increasingly prevalent in educational settings around the world as it provides more flexibility and access to classes for students and educators alike. While online classrooms are proving to be popular, there is a significant gap in the personalization and humanization of these courses. The Handbook of Research on Humanizing the Distance Learning Experience features empirical research on promoting the personalization of online learning courses through presence, emotionality, and interactivity within digital classrooms. Highlighting best practices and evaluating student perceptions on distance learning, this handbook will appeal to researchers, educators, course designers, professionals, and administrators.

Author : Daniel Topf
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783030796891

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Pentecostal Higher Education by Daniel Topf Pdf

This book presents a theological and missiological argument for pentecostals to engage more forcefully in higher education by expanding and renewing their commitment toward operating their own colleges and universities. The volume’s first part describes past and present developments within higher education, highlighting strengths and weaknesses of both pentecostal and (post)secular institutions. The second part highlights the future potential of pentecostal higher education, which is enriched by a Spirit-empowered and mission-minded spirituality that focuses on forming the hearts, heads, and hands of students. Pentecostals increasingly desire to influence all spheres of society, an endeavor that could be amplified through a strengthened engagement in higher education, particularly one that encompasses a variety of institutions, including a pentecostal research university. In developing such an argument, this research is both comprehensive and compelling, inviting pentecostals to make a missional difference in the knowledge-based economies that will characterize the twenty-first century.

Author : Malcolm Tight
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education (UK)
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2012-08-16
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780335241842

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Researching Higher Education by Malcolm Tight Pdf

"The first edition of Researching Higher Education has been a very helpful resource for those trying to make sense of the field of higher education. Malcolm Tight has accomplished a tour de force by updating and expanding that edition. This volume includes up-to-date analyses of recent higher education publications and thoughtful reflections on methodology and theory in higher education research. Requisite reading for novices to the field, but also for the experienced researchers trying to keep abreast of the developments in the field." Professor Jeroen Huisman, Director International Centre for Higher Education Management, School of Management, University of Bath, UK "The most comprehensive overview of research on higher education available, Researching Higher Education provides a multidisciplinary perspective of the field. This book will be valuable for students thinking about research as well as anyone wanting a perspective on research directions on higher education." Philip G. Altbach, Monan Professor of Higher Education, Director, Center for International Higher Education, Boston College, USA This authoritative book couples an overview of the principal current areas of research into higher education with a guide to the processes involved in undertaking such research. Comprehensively updated throughout, this new edition examines the current state of higher education research with brand new case studies and has been expanded to include North American work. The book also includes: Analysis of published research by topic, method, theory and level Detailed discussion of selected examples of published research Suggestions on under-researched topics Guidance on publication outlets Consideration is given to research design and questions, funding, progressing research projects, publication and dissemination. Researching Higher Education will be of value to students and academics researching the higher education experience as well as appealing to experienced researchers seeking an overview or insights into new areas and alternative methods.

Author : Koutras, Nikos
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 319 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-25
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781799811336

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Building Equitable Access to Knowledge Through Open Access Repositories by Koutras, Nikos Pdf

In today’s modern age where information is constantly being shared, intellectual property and protection remains a crucial aspect in economic development. Open access has emerged as a cutting-edge tool that allows writers and authors to share their work freely while still holding protection and security over it. With technology playing a crucial role in economic growth, open access practices could be a key contributor in the innovation and development of information and public policy. What researchers need is a comprehensive approach to the concept of open access practice, its foundations, and current status. Building Equitable Access to Knowledge Through Open Access Repositories provides emerging research exploring the theoretical and practical aspects of open access publishing practices in the digital age and applications within scientific and academic research. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as copyright protection, social justice, and European Copyright Framework, this book is ideally designed for researchers, scientists, policymakers, librarians, IT specialists, authors, publishers, academicians, and students seeking current research on the advancement of intellectual property rights in today’s technologically driven world.

Author : Linda Sangolt
Publisher : Peter Lang
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Knowledge, Theory of
ISBN : 9052016313

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Between Enlightenment and Disaster by Linda Sangolt Pdf

Modern politics is highly science-dependent and knowledge-driven. What is the rightful role of expert knowledge in political life? How can the truth claims of science be reconciled with principles of democratic control and lay participatory rights in decision-making? This collection of essays by political scientists, sociologists and economists from Germany, France and Norway provides different empirical and theoretical analyses of the complex organising and legitimising power of knowledge in political governance. The authors shed light on key dimensions and dilemmas that have shaped the world-changing interrelations between politics, social institutions and scientific knowledge in the past century. The contributions cover issue-areas and policy-fields such as population control, health economics, ICTs and higher education reform, and the politics of productivity and economic pre-eminence.