Research Dissemination and Productivity of Faculty Members in a Higher Education Institution

2017 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 1034-1038
Author(s):  
Lorelei C Tabago
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Research Dissemination

scholarly journals Evaluating the English Proficiency of Faculty Members of a Higher Education Institution: Using Results to Develop Responsive Professional Development Program

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 52
Author(s):  
Joel C. Meniado
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Academic Writing ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
English Proficiency ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Higher Education Institution

Current literatures reveal that English proficiency of Filipino workforce has declined through the years. The untrained and non-proficient teachers are heavily blamed on this pressing concern. With the aim of addressing the leading cause of the problem, this study investigated the level of English proficiency of faculty members of a higher education institution in the Philippines and proposed a program that could reverse the alarming trend. Utilizing mixed methods research design with 41 full-time faculty members as samples, this study found that majority of the teachers are in B1 and B2 levels (Intermediate and Upper Intermediate). In terms of specific language skill, writing is the lowest with majority of the teachers placed in A1 and A2 levels (Basic Users). Results of the study suggest that faculty members need to undergo several language enhancement courses such as Effective Communication, Academic and Professional Communication, Academic Writing with Research, and Effective Business and Report Writing, while the higher education institution involved in this study needs to support teachers in their formal higher studies, participation in workshops and trainings, publishing in scholarly journals, and serving as speakers or presenters in various academic forums. Discussion points that arise include implications of the findings and required actions from stakeholders. The study concludes with its limitations and important recommendations.

scholarly journals Adapting Green Technology on the Minimization of Carbon Emission in a Higher Education Institution

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 11425-11430
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Carbon Dioxide ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Green Technology ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Gas Combustion ◽  
Human Respiration ◽  
The University ◽  
Teaching Personnel

The study aims to evaluate the contributors to Carbon Dioxide emission considering the operational activities in the Higher Education Institution and use this as a basis for adapting green technology. This research utilized the mixed method to determine the biological and operational contributors, corresponding scope, kilograms of Carbon Dioxide emitted, and awareness of students, faculty members, and non-teaching personnel about the policies on contributors of Carbon Dioxide. Results showed that human respiration, electricity consumption, liquefied petroleum gas consumption in canteen, restaurant, food stalls and laboratories, University-owned vehicles gas combustion, four-wheel vehicle and motorcycles entering and exiting the campus gas combustion, materials and supplies consumption emitted Carbon Dioxide corresponding to 11,672,742.0792; 1,873,456.92352; 342,224.464, 43,063.8; 24,326.155; and 14,458.80155 kilograms with a total of 13,970,272.234 kilograms annually. The perceptions of students, faculty members, and non-teaching personnel about the Carbon Dioxide contributors and policies in the University campus were summarized as follows: The respondents are aware and involve in the Policy on Clean and Green of the University which is being manifested through recycling of plastic, papers and other biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes; submission or forwarding of reports or memoranda through online; use of water tumbler and food containers which respond to the policy of No Plastics; segregation of solid wastes; planting native and fruit-bearing trees; saving measures were posted in classrooms and laboratories; water conservation; wider dissemination through discussion of topics about climate change, environmental laws and principles, waste management, air and water acts, and green technology in classes; Garbage in Garbage out policy; imbibing discipline in terms of cleanliness and orderliness in the campus; and using solar energy in lighting electric posts.

scholarly journals A Case Study of Higher Education in Mongolia: Institutional Isomorphism

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 107
Author(s):  
Zoljargal Dembereldorj
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Institutional Isomorphism ◽  
Institutional Changes ◽  
Soviet Regime ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
American Higher Education

Universities elsewhere have been changing its purposes, functions, roles, and pursuits in society. This study is a case study of Mongolian higher education in which institutional changes are taking place incrementally. The purpose of this study is to explore institutional isomorphism or homogenization of a case university in Mongolia in two different periods of which one is a university under the Soviet regime in the past, and the other is under the democracy in present. The research question was how a university in Mongolia has been changing isomorphically under the different environmental pressures. The study applied a single case study proposed by Yin (2003; 2009) to explore homogenization or isomorphic changes at one prestigious higher education institution in Mongolia. Interviews, reports, and other related documents were used for the analysis. The analytical procedure applied main elements of qualitative research methods. The findings are discussed in three major themes: coercive isomorphism of a university, isomorphic changes triggered by the faculty members: bottom-up process, and mimetic isomorphism modeling after American higher education. It is concluded that the institutional changes taken place in the university was first pressured by the coercion dictated by the political social circumstances, that is, Soviet regime; second, by the faculty members triggered by the professionalization; and third, by the mimicry modeling after successful higher education institution, an American higher education system.  

Factors predicting job satisfaction among faculty members of a Saudi higher education institution

2019 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 296-310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Al Kuwaiti ◽  
Hasan Ali Bicak ◽  
Saeed Wahass
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Health Sciences ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Ordinal Scale ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Factors Influencing ◽  
Overall Job Satisfaction

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the level of job satisfaction among faculty members of the health sciences program at a Saudi higher education institution; and predict the influence of various factors on overall job satisfaction. However, this study is quite different since it intended to evaluate the level of job satisfaction of faculty members using a self-structured questionnaire and ascertained the various factors influencing the overall job satisfaction of Saudi academics. Design/methodology/approach An exploratory study design was adopted and Academic Job Satisfaction (AJS) survey was administered to 943 faculty members of the health sciences program through an online system. A total of 850 faculty members responded to 47 items and one global rating item (overall job satisfaction) using a five-point ordinal scale. Findings The level of job satisfaction of health sciences’ faculty members on all dimensions of AJS is observed to be high (>3.5) except salary, which is shown as medium (2.5–3.49). Regression analysis indicates the factors other than Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University (IAU) administrative policies and interpersonal relationships are significant predictors of overall job satisfaction; and salary is the most significant predictor of overall job satisfaction among health sciences’ faculty members. Originality/value This study adds a value to the existing literature by exploring the factors influencing job satisfaction of health sciences’ faculty members working in Saudi Universities. This would aid policy makers to focus on these factors, thereby improve and maintain job satisfaction among healthcare academics.

scholarly journals Through the Walls of Inclusion: The Higher Education Institution Perspective in Philippines

2021 ◽  
pp. 28-34
Author(s):  
Maria Grace I. Mirador ◽  
Lyra Paz P. Lluz
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Special Needs ◽  
Inclusive Education ◽  
Phenomenological Study ◽  
Education Institution ◽  
Faculty Members ◽  
Learning Needs ◽  
State University ◽  
Higher Education Institution ◽  
Students With Special Needs

Every learning institution envisions to uphold the principles of inclusive education. A higher education institution like Eastern Samar State University must accommodate all learners of different backgrounds, with or without special needs. Hence, this phenomenological study was conducted to explore views and experiences of faculty on inclusive education, with particular focus on their encounter with students with special needs (SENs). Data gathered through in-depth interview of five selected faculty members with direct experiences on students with special needs in their classes, were transcribed and coded for themes and patterns. Results revealed that the research participants have the basic understanding of inclusive education. Faculty members consider their inclusive teaching experiences challenging and become more interventionist in providing learning activities to students with and without special needs. Major challenges encountered by the faculty members are on their preparedness to teach students with special needs especially in providing activities to their classes, and how equipped are they with the skills to cater to the learning needs of these students with special needs mainstreamed with the regular classes. With the challenges faced by the faculty members, the university can consider the need to develop and upgrade their knowledge and practical skills on IE practices in formulating policies and professional development activities.

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