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Neoliberalism And University Education In Sub-Saharan Africa, James R. Ochwa-Echel Sep 2013

Neoliberalism And University Education In Sub-Saharan Africa, James R. Ochwa-Echel

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This article reviews the history of university development in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) and discusses the impact of neoliberal policies. This will be followed by an examination of the problems facing universities in the region. The following questions will be explored: (a) Are the existing universities in SSA serving the development needs of the region? (b) Are these universities up to the task of moving SSA out of the predicaments it faces such as famine, HIV/AIDS, poverty, diseases, debt, and human rights abuses? Finally, the article argues that for universities to play a role in the development of the region, a …


Underrepresented Students Perceptions Of Their Second Year In College, Dena R. Kniess, Pamela A. Havice Mar 2013

Underrepresented Students Perceptions Of Their Second Year In College, Dena R. Kniess, Pamela A. Havice

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No abstract provided.


Underrepresented Students Perceptions Of Their Second Year In College, Dena Kniess, Pamela Havice Mar 2013

Underrepresented Students Perceptions Of Their Second Year In College, Dena Kniess, Pamela Havice

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No abstract provided.


Outcomes To Objectives: Learning About Quality Assessment, Dena R. Kniess, Robert B. Engblom, Sally E. Farber, Ro-Anne A. Royer, Amy Vander Sanden Apr 2003

Outcomes To Objectives: Learning About Quality Assessment, Dena R. Kniess, Robert B. Engblom, Sally E. Farber, Ro-Anne A. Royer, Amy Vander Sanden

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Recently assessment has become an important component of student affairs and higher education to assist in determining the effect and impact of programs and educational initiatives. To embrace this trend, the Office of Housing and Residence Life at Ball State University (IN) created learning outcomes for students living in residence halls. Through reflective questioning, discussion, and assessment, the Residence Life program strives to further the development and learning experience of students.


Outcomes To Objectives: Learning About Quality Assessment, Dena Kniess, Robert Engblom, Sally Farber, Ro-Anne Royer, Amy Sanden Apr 2003

Outcomes To Objectives: Learning About Quality Assessment, Dena Kniess, Robert Engblom, Sally Farber, Ro-Anne Royer, Amy Sanden

Faculty Research & Creative Activity

Recently assessment has become an important component of student affairs and higher education to assist in determining the effect and impact of programs and educational initiatives. To embrace this trend, the Office of Housing and Residence Life at Ball State University (IN) created learning outcomes for students living in residence halls. Through reflective questioning, discussion, and assessment, the Residence Life program strives to further the development and learning experience of students.