scholarly journals Community Building in Times of Pandemic: University Camilo José Cela, Spain

2021 ◽  
pp. 261-276
Author(s):  
Miguel Ángel Pérez Nieto ◽  
Nieves Segovia Bonet ◽  
Ignacio Sell Trujillo ◽  
Carlota Tovar Pérez
Keyword(s):  
Social Impact ◽  
Private University ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Pedagogical Innovation ◽  
Refugee Students ◽  
Camilo Jose Cela ◽  
Education Group ◽  
Sharing Values ◽  
The University

AbstractUniversity Camilo José Cela (UCJC) is a private university located in Madrid (Spain) that belongs to the SEK Education Group, an institution with 125 years of tradition and a strong innovation identity. This case study presents the response that UCJC has given to facilitate the adaptation of the educational community (students, families, and teachers) to the situation arising from the pandemic caused by COVID-19. It will explain the coordination actions between students from the School of Education at UCJC and the impact derived from their interventions. Specifically, it will detail students’ participation as teacher assistants in online teaching within the IB pedagogical model to respond to the demands of primary and secondary teachers. This collaboration is the most outstanding due to the number of students and schools involved and the efficacy and efficiency of its implementation.On the other hand, there were other interventions of a smaller scale but a high social impact committed to disadvantaged sectors of the population. For example, our students’ support gave refugee students from Syria reinforcing their training or the psycho-emotional, educational, and legal assistance that volunteers from the bachelor’s degree of law provided to children and families in social exclusion. It is also significant to highlight the UCJC international actions: the teacher training program, EachTeach, provided educational methodologies, resources, and media to refugee teachers at the Kakuma refugee camp (Kenya), helping them to raise awareness about COVID-19, and the Cambodian program dedicated to training volunteers on how to combat the pandemic on these vulnerable contexts, where children live on the streets.Finally, to define broader collaborations and scale these initiatives in the future, this case study will reflect on the reasons for the success achieved, especially in training and pedagogical innovation and in the use of educational technology. The UCJC and SEK Schools collaboration allowed the use of a common technological language, sharing values. The development of training, support, and advice, between the university community (professors and faculty students) and the schools’ community (teachers, students, and families), enabled a wide range of relevant issues to be addressed in dealing with COVID-19 by schools and the broader education community.

Rivalry, excludability and positive transport externalities – case study of a private university in Poland

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (7) ◽  
pp. 1290-1312
Author(s):  
Monika Paradowska
Keyword(s):  
Private University ◽  
Transport Infrastructure ◽  
Transport Systems ◽  
External Effects ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Campus Sustainability ◽  
Positive Externalities ◽  
Transport Behaviour ◽  
The University

Purpose The purpose of this study is to assess the impact of rivalry and excludability in transport systems on the positive external effects important for the functioning of a large private university in Wroclaw (Poland). In the context of campus sustainability, policy implications supporting sustainable transport are discussed. Design/methodology/approach Four research questions were formulated, which were tested by way of questionnaire research among students of the Bachelor and Engineer Programmes in Logistics and taking part in the course Transport Economics at the WSB University in Wroclaw (Poland). Findings Car use seems to be the most important for the positive transport externalities enabling the functioning of the university. Levels of rivalry and excludability did not have a significant impact on the levels of external transport benefits or the transport behaviour of students. To sustain/enhance the levels of positive external effects of transport and stimulate sustainable commuting, the university should support the development of alternative modes of transport, by improving transport infrastructure on the campus, and develop cooperation with the Wroclaw municipality to develop synergies between their transport policy goals. Research limitations/implications The research should be interpreted with care, as it is a case study of one large private university in Poland. Further research should be conducted among different private and public universities that are characterised by different levels of accessibility (location, development of infrastructure). The case study is based on students' transport behaviour, not considering transport behaviour of academic and non-academic workers, which could function as a role mode. Practical implications Policy aiming at banning cars is likely to be unsuccessful and/or could lead to a decrease in positive externalities in a short term. For this reason, more attention should be given to marketing and promotion of more sustainable means of transport, including e.g. better information on the possibilities of reaching the campus by train or urban public transport, facilitations for non-motorised students and improvements in cycling and walking infrastructure. To support campus sustainability in the field of transport, stronger cooperation with local administration is needed to undertake joint, consistent actions aimed at sharing and supporting the idea of sustainable commuting among students. Originality/value While many activities for supporting campus sustainability focus on reducing negative environmental externalities, positive externalities are not so often considered. In this context, the levels of rivalry and excludability can become an indicator of the contribution of transport systems to social and economic sustainability.

scholarly journals Developing your own graduate employees

2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (4) ◽  
pp. 378-383 ◽  
Author(s):  
Valerie Antcliff ◽  
Sue Baines ◽  
Elizabeth Gorb
Keyword(s):  
Early Stage ◽  
Research Programme ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Content Type ◽  
University Support ◽  
The Uk ◽  
The University ◽  
Ongoing Dialogue ◽  
Insight Into

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to offer an employer perspective on the value of degree apprenticeships (DAs) less than a year after the first apprentices commenced their studies for a bachelor’s degree in September 2015. Design/methodology/approach This case focusses on one of the first DAs in the UK. It draws on evidence from interviews with HR professionals responsible for the DA in two contrasting companies, an international PLC and a smaller, fast growing enterprise. Findings Both employers consider that the DA meets recruitment needs in ways that other options do not. They particularly value the ability of apprentices to make an immediate contribution in the workplace. For the smaller employer the university support structures are a significant advantage. Only the larger employer formally input into the curriculum prior to validation but both feel they can tailor content to suit their needs. Both see investing in the DA as excellent value for money. Practical implications The value of strong relationships, trust and ongoing dialogue between partners emerges as a key component in fulfilling the need of employers. Originality/value The DA model recasts employers as the purchasers of higher education and affords them a key role in developing provision tailored to their needs. Implications of this new model for employers, universities and learners are potentially profound and hard to predict. This case study is based on part of the early stage of a three-year research programme. It provides a unique, early insight into two employers’ rationales for engaging with the DA programme and their initial experiences.

scholarly journals SEMANTIC PROFILE OF UNIVERSITY’S VISION AND MISSION: A PROSPECTIVE CASE STUDY

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 39-47
Author(s):  
Tatan Tawami
Keyword(s):  
General Structure ◽  
Function Class ◽  
Private University ◽  
Language Design ◽  
Product Function ◽  
Qualitative Descriptive ◽  
Word Clustering ◽  
The University ◽  
Descriptive Method

This paper proposes the semantics of product functions in a private university in Indonesia. The so-called product of the university is the Vision and Mission that carries intended and aligned message to its target readers/customers. Therefore, this research aims at mapping the semantic profile of University’s Vision and Mission. Analysing this issue, qualitative-descriptive method was implemented to break-down the message of the product function. The results showed that the product clusters the message into general structure of the product, open word class clustering, and word clustering based on meaning association. The semantics then voluntarily specifies particular strategies based on its meaning association. Additionally, the findings suggested that the product function was discovered by analysing the descriptive words in the Vision and Missions. From this discovery, the product can then be mapped into its function class and type. This then specifies possible strategies implemented in “marketing” the product. From the result, it can be concluded that mapping out the message and strategy of the product can best aid universities in improving their language design in every product they have.

scholarly journals Students and Tutors’ Perceptions of the Use and Functioning of University Tutoring

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nadia Soledad Peralta ◽  
María Antonella Klug
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Orientation ◽  
Private University ◽  
First Year ◽  
Listening Skills ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
First Year Students ◽  
Perceptions Of Students ◽  
University Life ◽  
The University

This article aims to study the functioning and perceptions of students and tutors of the university tutoring system in a private university institute in the city of Rosario. An exploratory-descriptive study was used, wich included a case study design. The university tutoring functioning was analized from the tutors’ perspective (with semi-structured interviews) and the first-year students’ perceptions (with the application of a questionnaire). The results indicate that, for tutors, the listening skills, the need for training, and the teamwork capacity are important. With regard to the students, it was found that more than half do not know about the tutoring, and that those who know about it manifest to have received the information from teachers and peers. Some of them consider that this space relates to the theoretical orientation and manifest preference toward the academic tutoring function, while others consider that tutoring enables them to carry out a comprehensive vision of university life.

Relevance, Need, and Opportunity

2019 ◽  
pp. 487-521
Author(s):  
José Manuel de la Mora Cuevas ◽  
José Manuel Orozco Plascencia ◽  
Jonás Larios Deniz ◽  
Norma Angélica Verduzco Ceballos ◽  
Claudia Alejandra Velázquez García
Keyword(s):  
Public Policy ◽  
Distance Education ◽  
Online Education ◽  
Developing Economies ◽  
Multiple Choice ◽  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Education Environment ◽  
The University

This chapter shows the results of the market study developed at the request of the Faculty of Economics of the University of Colima, interested in participating in the online education environment, to know the demand that would have a Bachelor's degree in economics, under this modality. To carry out the analysis, there was the participation of 425 people who voluntarily answered a multiple-choice survey in person. Based on their answers, the aim is to identify, as mentioned above, the demand that a new distance education offer (online) would have for the economy area. Additionally, the chapter offers a review of the Mexican public policy in which these types of initiatives are framed; reflections on the environment and trends of development of online education and didactic-pedagogical trends in the area. This case study can be useful for researchers in the educational area who wish to know about online initiatives in countries with developing economies.

scholarly journals Obstacles build communication and coordination of institution in the university: a qualitative study

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-90
Author(s):  
Zahara Tussoleha Rony ◽  
Suharjuddin Suharjuddin ◽  
Tatar Bonar Silitonga
Keyword(s):  
Private University ◽  
Snowball Sampling ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Communication Management ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Work From Home ◽  
Communication And Coordination ◽  
The University ◽  
Research Show

The Corona Virus Pandemic forces most organizations to implement systems and policies that are adjusted to gov-ernment regulations and appeals, including work from home, including at a research institute in private universi-typies in Indonesia. For the systems and policies to be implemented effectively, the leadership makes adjustments, especially in managing communications. Communication management is an important point during this transi-tional period because it has an impact on the coordination and results of work. Ineffective communication causes the institution's performance to be less than optimal. The purpose of this research is to describe the practice of communication management and coordination carried out by the leadership of an institution at a private university in Jakarta. The research method chosen was a case study approach, 11 informants were determined by purposive and snowball sampling. The results of this research show that the communication and coordination carried out by the leadership of the institution is not optimal, besides that it is limited to taking the initiative in confirming and providing a response, resulting in delays in completing their work. The fact in the field of leadership has not ad-justed the style of communication and coordination during the new normal. Comprehensive communication and coordination skills need serious attention because these abilities have an impact on institutions in building a cul-ture of synergy.

scholarly journals Exploratory Factors Analysis of Employee Retention at Tertiary Educational Institution: A Case Study of a Private University in East Indonesia

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 227-233
Author(s):  
Billy Ivan Tansuria ◽  
Melinda Lydia Nelwan
Keyword(s):  
Performance Management ◽  
Employee Engagement ◽  
Employee Retention ◽  
Educational Institution ◽  
Private University ◽  
Factor Loading ◽  
Factors Analysis ◽  
Management Function ◽  
The University

This research aimed to identify the factors that contributed to the employee retention in the tertiary educational institution in Indonesia. The researchers used a case study of a private university in East Indonesia. This research was an exploratory factor analysis research. The items generated from in-depth interviews were developed into a questionnaire and distributed to 165 employees of the particular university based on purposive sampling method. About 105 respondents were obtained. The researchers utilized SPSS to analyze the data. The result shows that performance management function, organizational culture, employee engagement, social support, and work environment are the main factors contributing to the employee retention in the university. Among those factors, the performance management function is the factor with the highest factor loading.

scholarly journals Family Empowerment Through the Muhammadiyah Learning Program: A Case Study at the Private University in Jakarta

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 ◽  
pp. 223-233
Author(s):  
Almisar Hamid ◽  
Suradika Suradika ◽  
Masyitoh Masyitoh
Keyword(s):  
Group Discussion ◽  
Private University ◽  
Learning Program ◽  
Religious Traditions ◽  
Input Side ◽  
Evaluative Research ◽  
Curriculum Renewal ◽  
Compulsory Subject ◽  
The University

The purpose of this evaluative research is to assess the implementation of the Muhammadiyah learning program which is a compulsory subject in all Muhammadiyah and Aisyiah Universities (PTMA). The study was conducted at the University of Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka (Uhamka) from January to April 2020. This research is qualitative. The informants were selected using a purposive technique, consisting of students, lecturers, Uhamka leaders, and the leadership of the Muhammadiyah Higher Education and Research Council. Data was collected using interview techniques, Focused Group Discussion (FGD), and documentation. The data were analyzed by evaluating the CIPP model. The results of the study show that there are still several obstacles in the learning of Muhammadiyah, among others, in terms of context, there are still debates about the content of the curriculum. Renewal efforts have been made with the publication of new textbooks. There were obstacles regarding the availability, qualifications, and certification of Kemuhammadiyahan lecturers from the input side. In terms of process, the duration of learning which is only 2 credits is felt to be insufficient to implement learning with empowerment strategies. Finally, in terms of products, despite the development of student views about Muhammadiyah, these developments have not significantly changed the religious traditions they believe in so far.

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